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Committee agrees to forward Jim Sullivan for finance committee chair
Summary
After discussing the relative strengths of candidates, the subcommittee agreed to move Jim Sullivan's name forward for reappointment as finance committee chair for a two-year term; members cited continuity with the school committee and town administration as reasons.
Members of the finance committee nominating subcommittee discussed two candidates for chair — Dan Sherman and Jim Sullivan — and emphasized continuity with the school committee and town administration as key considerations.
"I feel like Jim makes a lot of sense because that'll give us some continuity through this period," Brian Cusack said, noting Sullivan's recent experience and relationships. Dennis Hogan said he preferred Sullivan, citing prior difficulties with how Sherman presents budgets to the school committee. Members confirmed the chair role would be a two-year term.
Following the discussion, the committee moved and seconded a motion to forward Jim Sullivan for reappointment as chair and approved the motion by voice vote to be sent to the full board for formal action. Boodray said he would share minutes with Chairman Sullivan and determine next steps for bringing the nomination to the full board.
