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After debate, Redmond board approves stipend policy to begin with newly elected members in 2027
Summary
Following lengthy discussion on budget impact, benefits implications and access, the board voted 4‑1 to adopt changes to policy BHD that would permit stipends and reimbursements for board members; the policy was amended to take effect only for newly elected members beginning with the 2027 cycle.
The Redmond School District Board voted 4‑1 on Jan. 21 to adopt a change to policy BHD allowing an optional stipend and reimbursements for board members, but the board amended the implementation to apply only to newly elected members beginning in 2027.
Board members debated the proposal at length. Carrie Lopez said she would likely vote no because she preferred to keep scarce dollars in classrooms: "I will likely be a…
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