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Candidate cites $63 million portfolio oversight but says he has not led millage or bond campaigns
Summary
Sean Lively told trustees he oversaw approximately $63 million annually in a state director role and described a 'road show' communications approach for fiscal transparency; he also acknowledged limited direct experience with millage, bond or sinking fund campaigns.
When asked about financial management, Sean Lively said he has substantial budget experience, including oversight of about $63,000,000 annually while serving as a state director responsible for distributing federal and state grants. He described careful review of applications, narratives and budgets and emphasized technical assistance and outreach as transparency tools.
"My overall budget annually was $63,000,000 a year," Lively said when describing his state director role. He added that he would apply similar review processes at the district level and use a community 'road show' of in‑person engagement to explain fiscal choices and solicit input.
Lively was candid about limits to his experience: he told the board he has not personally led millage renewals, bond campaigns or sinking fund proposals, though he has supported such efforts through communications and marketing. He said he would learn and participate directly in those areas if selected for the superintendent post.
