Board appoints Robert Webster to open board seat and administers oath

The Sweet Home School District 55 Board of Directors voted to appoint Robert Webster to the vacant Position 4 and administered his oath of office during the Oct. 13 meeting.

Board action and oath: The board held a brief candidate interview and then took a roll-call vote to appoint Robert Webster. Following the vote, Webster stood and repeated the oath: “I, Robert Webster, do solemnly swear or affirm that I will support the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Oregon and the laws thereof, and the policies of the Sweet Home School District. During my term, I will faithfully and impartially discharge the responsibilities of the office of school board member to the best of my ability.”

Why it matters: Filling the vacancy completes the board’s membership and allows the board to proceed with scheduled business and votes with a full complement of members.

Meeting context and procedure: Board members asked Webster a few questions about his background and community ties before moving to a vote. The appointment was made by motion and approved by roll call. After the formal oath, the board resumed the regular agenda.

Next steps: As an appointed board member, Robert Webster will participate in future board meetings and votes; any additional committee assignments or term details were not specified during the meeting.