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Arlene Walker Andrews elected chair of Missoula County Public Schools board
Summary
Trustees elected Arlene Walker Andrews as board chair after nominations and short candidate remarks; Lisa Davey was later elected high‑school vice chair. Trustees described the outcome as an orderly reorganization following a trustee resignation.
Arlene Walker Andrews was elected chair of the Missoula County Public Schools Board of Trustees after trustees nominated candidates and heard brief remarks. Denise Williams, the district clerk, explained the nominations and voting process; trustees nominated Lisa Davey and Arlene Walker Andrews and allowed each candidate to speak in turn before voting alphabetically by last name.
Arlene Walker Andrews was announced as the new board chair. Candidate Lisa Davey, who also sought leadership roles, said she would emphasize redistributing power across the board and fostering a board culture that allows trustees to raise concerns and collaborate openly. The board then proceeded to elect the high‑school vice chair; after nominations and short remarks, Lisa Davey was elected to that role.
The reorganization followed the earlier acceptance of Trustee Willeana Old Person’s resignation, which created the vacancy and prompted the chair election. Trustees thanked the departing trustee for long service and leadership.
Ending: The board moved on to routine business after completing reorganization items and committee reports.
