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Multiple public commenters urge board not to renew superintendent's contract amid hiring and safety criticisms
Summary
Several speakers accused district leadership of poor hiring and transparency and urged the board not to renew Superintendent Bolsom's contract, citing alleged incidents and safety lapses. Board members said concerns deserve review but did not take formal action tonight.
During the public-comment period at Monday's meeting, multiple community members urged the Harford County Board of Education not to renew Superintendent Bolsom's contract, citing what they said were problematic hiring decisions and safety lapses.
A string of commenters recounted controversies they attributed to district leadership, referencing cases they said involved criminal charges, returning employees after indictment or trial, and recent safety incidents in which they said the district failed to act. One virtual commenter said, "Do not extend his contract," summarizing multiple concerns about hiring and the district's handling of safety incidents.
Board members responded in part by reiterating a commitment to transparency and review. At least one board member said concerns brought forward deserve careful, thoughtful review and that allegations should be taken seriously and investigated. No motion to begin a superintendent contract-review process or to withhold renewal was made or voted on at the meeting.
The board did not act tonight on employment status; members encouraged continued community engagement and said that personnel matters and any necessary investigations would proceed through the appropriate administrative channels.
