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Board revokes primary nomination method, reaffirming general election schedule
Summary
The Columbia Heights board approved a resolution to eliminate primary elections for school board nominations and reaffirm that candidates who file will proceed directly to the general election, citing cost savings and applicability to an upcoming April special election.
The Columbia Heights Public Schools Board voted Jan. 6 to revoke its prior resolution that established primaries for school board nominations, instead reaffirming the general election schedule and directing nominees who submit affidavits to proceed straight to the regular general election.
Board members noted the change saves district funds because relatively few contests would have exceeded the minimum needed to trigger a primary in recent years. Board member Laura noted the cost savings and that most past elections did not require an additional primary. Jessica highlighted that the resolution also applies to the special election scheduled for April and would prevent an off-cycle primary that the district would otherwise have to fund.
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote, with members concurring that eliminating primaries for school board nominations reduces district election costs.
