Board approves MOU adjusting superintendent and HR director compensation language after debate; Gustafson votes no

Mar 3, 2026

The board approved a memorandum of understanding to align stipend and salary language for the superintendent and human resources director (2025–27 contracts) after debate about precedent and fairness; the measure passed 4–1 with Board Member Tom Gustafson opposed.

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The Grand Rapids Public School District board approved a memorandum of understanding for the superintendent and human resources director covering the 2025–27 contracts after a contentious discussion about precedent and negotiating equity.

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