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Board approves special-meeting rule and advances multiple policies after debate over ethics language
Summary
Kingston board approved a change to special-meeting procedures (policy 23-20) by a 6-3 vote, moved multiple other policies, and sent a proposed officer/employee code of ethics (policy 21-60) back to committee after members raised concerns that some language could bar former officials from speaking before the board.
The Kingston City School District board moved through its consent agenda and then focused on a series of policy items. Trustees voted to approve a change to special-meeting procedures (policy 23-20) and recorded the outcome as "6 to 3; the motion passes." The stated purpose of the change was to reduce the administrative burden of special meetings by clarifying staffing and quorum procedures.
During debate on a proposed officer and employee code of ethics (policy 21-60), trustees…
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