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Public commenter urges resignations after indictments, says board is distracted
Summary
A community member told the board two members charged with misappropriation should step down to let the district focus on students; the request was made during public comment and no board action followed at the meeting.
During public comment, a resident identified as Mrs. Scott told the board she was not there to judge individuals but said two board members who have been charged with misappropriation of funds should resign and withdraw their candidacies so the district can focus on students.
"For the sake of your own children, for the students and families of Clark County, and for the good of this community, I ask that you put the interest of our schools first. Please resign from the Board of Education and withdraw your candidacy for another term," she said. Scott framed the request as a matter of leadership and public trust and emphasized she was not seeking punishment but a path to reduce distraction for district leadership.
Board members did not take any immediate board action in response to the comment during the meeting. The remark was entered into the public record during the board's public‑comment period.
