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Board debates stronger language for PK-12 advocacy resolution, members to provide edits
Summary
Board members praised a draft PK‑12 advocacy resolution but several urged firmer language and more detail about how recent legislative funding decisions have hurt the district; members agreed to email edits before the July meeting so the resolution can be finalized with signature lines.
Jennifer told the Board she circulated a revised PK‑12 advocacy resolution and solicited feedback from members. She said she sent a draft with signature lines and sought input so the board could finalize a copy.
One board member said the draft is "a little too nice," warning it could be read as endorsing current lawmakers rather than calling out harmful policy choices. “It's not detailed enough in a couple of areas,” the member said, urging the resolution to more clearly spell out consequences for the district.
Another member urged focusing the resolution on the specific impacts of legislative decisions — including shortfalls in state funding and potential amendments that could reduce support — and recommended an advocacy tone that would "resonate" with legislators so the document would be noticed rather than dismissed. Several members encouraged a balance between firm advocacy and constructive engagement.
Board members agreed to exchange suggested edits by email and finalize a version for signature before the July meeting. The transcript contains no formal vote on the resolution.
