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Newly sworn trustees affirm oaths; Jeff Barnes elected board president
Summary
At the meeting the board administered oaths to three trustees, one member declined board pay, and Jeff Barnes was elected board president for 2026–27 (vice president position filled by Travis); nominations and votes were completed by voice vote.
The Custer School District 16-1 board opened its meeting with an oath of office for trustees who had signed their oaths prior to the session. The presiding officer (S8) read the public affirmation and the trustees — identified in the meeting as Larry, Sarah and Travis — responded "I do," formally affirming to uphold federal and state constitutions and perform board duties.
Shortly after the oath, one trustee (S3) asked not to be paid for their board service going forward; the chair (S8) noted the request for the record. The board then moved to reorganize: S3 nominated Jeff Barnes for board president and nominations were closed; the chair called the voice vote and the motion carried. Another motion closed nominations for vice president and the board elected Travis.
All officer elections were approved by voice vote; the board then continued with committee appointments and regular agenda business.
