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Lawrence school board appoints fourth-place finisher to fill vacant seat
Summary
After one member recused, the USD 497 Board of Education voted 4-0 to appoint the fourth-place finisher in the Nov. 2025 school board election to fill a vacancy created by Anne Costello's resignation; the appointee’s term begins Jan. 12, 2026. Supporters cited precedent and the governance manual; one public commenter urged the same outcome.
The USD 497 Board of Education voted Nov. 10 to appoint the fourth-place finisher in the Nov. 2025 school board election to the vacancy left by Anne Costello, with the appointee’s term scheduled to begin Jan. 12, 2026 and continue until the next regular election for the seat, in accordance with Kansas law and board policy.
Board member (Speaker 8) moved the appointment, which was seconded and adopted by roll call after a recusal. Speaker 3 announced at the start of the discussion that they needed to withdraw because the issue…
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