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Board considers zone-based town halls and clearer two-way community engagement
Gresham-Barlow School District Board Strategic Planning Retreat · February 20, 2026
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Summary
Members discussed holding board-led, zone-based listening sessions to provide more interactive two‑way dialogue than standard board public comment; staff will evaluate formats, legal limits and staffing needs.
Board members raised concerns that standard public comment at business meetings — a one‑way three‑minute format — often leaves community members unsatisfied and suggested a series of board‑led town halls or zone meetings to allow more interaction and context for complex topics such as budget reductions.
Board member Chris proposed a model used by nearby districts:…
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