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Combs board votes to stay with ASBA for policy services after debate over alternatives
Summary
After a lengthy discussion, the J O Combs Unified School District board voted 4–0 to continue using the Arizona School Boards Association (ASBA) as its policy-services provider rather than switching to an alternative "trust." Board members said they will continue researching options and may revisit the question before the contract ends in 2027.
The J O Combs Unified School District governing board voted 4–0 on March 12 to retain the Arizona School Boards Association (ASBA) as the district's policy-services provider rather than moving to an alternative insurer-affiliated "trust."
Board members debated the merits of switching, focusing on cost, services and perceived political positioning. Several trustees said the alternative trust had persuasive presentations and an…
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