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Board approves several HR measures, tables abolition of positions after public protest
Summary
The Newburgh City School District Board approved a set of human‑resources resolutions on May 29, including rescinding a curriculum‑writing appointment and making multiple hires, while the board tabled a proposal to abolish positions after strong public opposition.
The Newburgh City School District Board of Education on May 29 approved a series of human‑resources measures and tabled a contentious proposal to abolish district positions after multiple members of the public urged the board to preserve staff jobs.
What the board did: The board passed resolution 7.2 (human‑resources action listed on the agenda) by roll call (tally: 6–3; yes: Mister Stewart, Miss Christine Bello, Miss Thomasina Bello, Miss Mackenzie Boucher, Miss Victoria Boucher, Mister Bergarelli; no: Mister Howard, Miss Politi, Mister DeRay). The board also approved resolution 7.7 to rescind curriculum‑writing appointments (unanimous yes on roll call), moved to table resolution 7.9 (the item proposing position abolitions) on a roll call that carried, and approved resolution 7.11 as amended (final vote as amended: yes 8, no 1). The board approved resolution 7.12 (creation of new central‑office positions) on a roll call with a divided vote (tally recorded during roll call: yes 5, no 4).
Why the items drew public comment: Dozens of public speakers — including students, parents, educators and residents — addressed the HR items during the public‑comment period. Many…
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