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Board tables associate superintendent proposal after public criticism over cost and role
Summary
Board members debated a proposed associate superintendent position and citizens criticized spending; the board voted to table the proposal until its next meeting so the superintendent can be present for questions.
The DeKalb CUSD 428 Board of Education on April 1 tabled discussion of a proposed associate superintendent position after extended public comment and board debate over the role’s duties and cost.
Public commenters raised concerns about the proposed position’s cost and priorities. “I believe it would be irresponsible of the board to spend an additional $223,748 on one person,” said Erin Grick, identifying herself as a citizen and parent, referencing the figure printed in public comment materials. Another commenter, identified in the record as Mr. Marsherbot, said the…
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