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Webster Board elects Janice Richardson president, names Linda DeGardi vice president for 2026–27
Summary
At its organizational meeting the Webster Board of Education elected Janice Richardson as president and Linda DeGardi as vice president for the 2026–27 school year; both officers took the oath of office and the board completed routine organizational approvals.
Janice Richardson was elected president of the Webster Board of Education for the 2026–27 school year at the board’s organizational meeting. The motion to nominate Richardson was seconded and the board carried a roll-call vote confirming her selection.
The board administered the oath of office to the newly elected officer. The president affirmed to support the constitutions of the United States and the State of New York and to faithfully discharge the duties of the office.
Board members also nominated and confirmed Linda DeGardi as vice president for 2026–27. The vice president likewise took the oath and affirmed to perform the duties of office for the Webster Board of Education.
Why it matters: The election and swearing-in complete the board’s formal organization for the coming school year and establish the leadership that will preside over board meetings and represent the district in official capacities.
What’s next: The board proceeded to approve committee assignments and other organizational items for 2026–27 during the same meeting.
