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Originally posted by volunteer1:
New question, I noticed in the school board meeting agenda to be... in item K there's going to be voting on Valentine Enterprises contract, Will Robbie abstain on voting? That would be odd his voting for his own business, like I'd like to vote myself a raise! Ha! The public never has a clue on what y'all are voting on with the agendas, how can I find out what the board is actually voting on? For example, on the agenda is London Bridge, does that mean they'd be voting to buy it? Is there any way the public can know what the board is voting on?
I am hoping ernie won't be making any more "give my buddy a job" under "school board member comments" is it true they actually came to the conclusion to give larry wilder a job?

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Originally posted by Assist1:
It is absolutely my pleasure Rinda!! OUR children deserve the best and that's what they will get from me!!!!

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Originally posted by THoSS:
Christina,
Thank you for staying true to your word.

I could not be happier to see someone who cares doing things right.

Lorinda Hostetler

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Originally posted by Assist1:
Hi Volunteer,

As for Mr. Valentine's contract, I can't say what he will/won't do; however, if a board member "abstains", his/her vote automatically counts as a vote with the majority. In my personal opinion, when a vote with direct conflict comes up, the board member should physically get up and leave the room so he/she is technically absent during the vote and therefore wouldn't count one way or another.

As far as the public not knowing what (specifically) is being voted on, it's because the past habit of the board has been to just vote with very few (if any) discussions or questions being answered. Maybe this was because the board members were experienced and already had all the info they needed to make an informed decision. I, on the other hand, am new and have many questions. I have been very frustrated with the lack of "transparency" at meetings and I intend to shed light on many issues so WE can all be informed and I can make responsible decisions.

I don't think I'm allowed to talk about certain issues before they are voted on; however, I can certainly answer any "specifics" on here or personally after votes have been made.

With regard to Larry Wilder, YES, the previous board voted (3-2) to hire him as a board attorney. However, a "contract" has to be approved by THIS board before he would offically be hired and paid for that position. His contract is NOT on this month's agenda but when it does come up for a vote, I will be voting against it.

I'm very excited about my first meeting and I'm looking forward to serving all of you.

Sincerely,

Christina

P.S. Sorry I was a few minutes past 72 hours answering you.

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Originally posted by volunteer1:
New question, I noticed in the school board meeting agenda to be... in item K there's going to be voting on Valentine Enterprises contract, Will Robbie abstain on voting? That would be odd his voting for his own business, like I'd like to vote myself a raise! Ha! The public never has a clue on what y'all are voting on with the agendas, how can I find out what the board is actually voting on? For example, on the agenda is London Bridge, does that mean they'd be voting to buy it? Is there any way the public can know what the board is voting on?
I am hoping ernie won't be making any more "give my buddy a job" under "school board member comments" is it true they actually came to the conclusion to give larry wilder a job?

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Originally posted by Assist1:
It is absolutely my pleasure Rinda!! OUR children deserve the best and that's what they will get from me!!!!

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Originally posted by THoSS:
Christina,
Thank you for staying true to your word.

I could not be happier to see someone who cares doing things right.

Lorinda Hostetler

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Originally posted by Assist1:
Volunteer,

I'm going to double check my strategy with Sandy Lewis but I believe if a board member physically leaves the room during a vote, then technically he/she should be counted "absent" during the vote which means he/she would not have any vote on the matter. This action would ensure that an abstintion (?) could not be misused to count with a majority. The rules about "conflict of interest" are very clear. They state if a board member or any immediate family member (spouse, child, sibling or parent) will profit directly from a decision, then it's a "conflict". As board members, we are required by law to disclose (in writing) any potential conflicts. These statements will be presented before the board on Tuesday and we will all have to vote on whether or not to accept each other's disclosure statements.

As far as serving on the GCCS board, it's my pleasure. I made the decision to run with my eyes wide open to the challenges I will face. However, in the words of someone great (I forget exactly who right now), "all it takes for evil to prevail in this world is for good men (or women ) to do nothing." In other words, if you really want change, then you have to be involved in making changes!!! I'm committed to being a board member who makes decisions based on what's best for our children and our corporation. Hopefully, that attitude will be "catching" and spread.

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Originally posted by I Can Have My Opinion:
Suspence:

I KNOW what the vote was. I was asking Ms. Gilkey what her thoughts were.

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Originally posted by volunteer1:
Christina, you gave it your best shot with trying to get missy's vote not to go with the majority. So, it would have been too late for her to get up to leave therefore her vote not being counted with the majority?
You did an excellant job with speaking up! It doesn't happen often that anything is ever questioned. So, wilder will be getting $24,000 a year, FOR WHAT? Im glad you voted against it.
I told some teacher friends of mine the tabling of their contract, their response is anger, and, "I wouldn't put it past them!" not surprised. Others are saying they should strike. What is your opinion on tabling of the contract?
Thanks again for speaking up! It takes guts.

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Originally posted by I Can Have My Opinion:
Suspence:

I KNOW what the vote was. I was asking Ms. Gilkey what her thoughts were.