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Board approves 31aa resolution despite concerns about mass-casualty language
Summary
The board approved the 31aa Resolution on a 6–1 vote after members debated legislative language and the funding attached to it; Secretary Watson said he opposed accepting the funding because of the definition tied to mass-casualty language.
The St. Johns Public Schools Board approved the 31aa Resolution by a 6–1 vote during its May 11 meeting. Vice President Parker-Sternburgh moved the motion, supported by Trustee Randolph; the motion passed with one dissenting vote.
Board members engaged in substantive discussion about the legislation and the funding package attached to it. Secretary Robert Watson said he was disappointed in the legislature's handling of the issue and explicitly stated he did not support accepting the funding because of concerns with the statutory definition tied to mass-casualty language. Other members acknowledged those concerns but noted the district would face fiscal impacts if it declined the funds and discussed advocacy and informational sessions with legislators.
The motion moves the district to accept the resolution as presented; trustees indicated plans for outreach and further conversations with legislators and the community.
