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Board honors General Counsel Neil Lombardo as he prepares to retire
Summary
Trustees recognized General Counsel Neil Lombardo on his final meeting after ten years of service, thanking him for legal counsel through policy updates and crisis responses; Lombardo expressed appreciation and reflected on his public‑sector career.
The board took time during reports to recognize General Counsel Neil Lombardo on his final meeting before retirement after a decade with the district. President Mayberry praised Lombardo’s counsel on compliance, policy and legal challenges—including work during the COVID‑19 pandemic—and presented a gift card on behalf of the board.
Trustees and district leaders offered personal remarks about Lombardo’s responsiveness, professionalism and mentorship to administrators and board members. Lombardo thanked colleagues and said the decade in educational law had been rewarding.
The board did not take formal action related to the general counsel position at the meeting; trustees said they will continue to work with the Office of General Counsel during Lombardo’s transition.
