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Foley board unanimously directs administration to prepare recommendations for program and position reductions
Summary
The Foley ISD 51 board voted 7-0 to adopt a resolution directing the administration to develop recommendations for reductions in programs and positions; the motion set direction but did not specify which programs, positions, or a deadline.
The Board of Education of Independent School District No. 51 on Jan. 26 unanimously adopted a resolution directing the administration to prepare recommendations for reductions in programs and positions.
According to the minutes, "RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION TO MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REDUCTIONS IN PROGRAMS AND POSITIONS AND REASONS THEREFOR" was moved by Nathan Anderson and seconded by Patric Lewandowski; the motion carried by roll call vote, 7-0. The resolution directs staff to bring forward proposals and reasons for potential reductions but does not list specific programs or provide a timeline for the recommendations.
Board members did not record a formal public debate in the minutes beyond the motion and vote. The action is framed as direction to administration rather than formal eliminations; any actual cuts would require subsequent proposals and board votes. The board’s next regular meeting is scheduled for Feb. 9, 2026, where further information or follow‑up could appear on the agenda.
