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Board appoints Charles (Chuck) Wayman as Colusa County Superintendent, effective Dec. 31, 2025
Summary
The Colusa County Board of Education voted 4-0 (one absent) to appoint Deputy Superintendent Charles (Chuck) Wayman as County Superintendent effective December 31, 2025, following a recommendation from Superintendent Michael West.
The Colusa County Board of Education voted to appoint Charles (Chuck) Wayman as Colusa County Superintendent of Schools, effective December 31, 2025. The motion to nominate Wayman was made by Ed Conrado and seconded by Diana Lytal; the motion carried four ayes, one absent (Madison Martin).
Superintendent Michael West recommended Wayman, noting his leadership as the deputy superintendent and his experience leading the SELPA and special education services. After the vote, Wayman thanked the board for their confidence and support, and "especially thanked Michael West for his support and leadership," according to the meeting record.
The appointment fills the county superintendent role upon Michael West's planned retirement at the end of the year. The board record does not show interviews with outside candidates; members who spoke in favor said interviews were not necessary given Wayman's experience. The formal effective date for Wayman's appointment is December 31, 2025.
