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VMI Board of Visitors elects Ted Gotwalt interim president after 10-3 roll-call vote
Summary
At a special meeting of the Virginia Military Institute Board of Visitors, members elected Ted Gotwalt to serve as interim president through June 30, winning a 10-3 roll-call vote after nominees Damon Williams and Ted Gotwalt each addressed the board and members debated whether officer elections may be discussed in closed session.
At a special meeting of the Virginia Military Institute Board of Visitors, members elected Ted Gotwalt as interim president to serve through June 30 by a 10-3 roll-call vote.
The vote followed two nominations and a period of public discussion among board members about whether the election could lawfully be held in closed session. The board also debated short-term governance logistics including filling executive committee vacancies and setting priorities for the superintendent search.
Terry McKnight nominated Damon Williams, saying, “Damon has served the board with distinction the last few years. He understands the requirements of VMI board, and I think is well qualified to serve and support the institute for the period, through the June.” Miss James…
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