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Hendricks reelected Lyon County School District board president in 4–3 vote
Summary
After an hour of public testimony both for and against, the Lyon County School District Board of Trustees elected Tom Hendricks as its 2026 president by a 4–3 vote. The meeting also included committee appointments and several first readings of district policies.
Tom Hendricks was reelected president of the Lyon County School District Board of Trustees on a 4–3 vote during the board’s January meeting, following extended public comment and nominations from trustees.
Why it matters: The narrow vote reflects a split among trustees and strong public advocacy on both sides. Commenters and trustee statements during the public-comment period emphasized school safety, student achievement metrics and the president’s role in running orderly meetings.
The vote: Trustee Parsons nominated Hendricks and Trustee…
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