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Board cancels Oct. 28 and Nov. 25 meetings after debate on cross-training and work-session coverage
Summary
After discussion about staff cross-training and whether work sessions suffice, the board approved cancelling the Oct. 28 and Nov. 25 board meetings; members split on the Oct. 28 decision but ultimately voted to cancel both dates.
The Monroe board debated proposed calendar changes for October and November before approving cancellations for two scheduled board meetings. Superintendent Shaw requested canceling the Oct. 28 meeting (and later the Nov. 25 meeting); board members disagreed over whether cross-training and work sessions provide adequate coverage for time-sensitive votes.
One board member said the cancellation was poor practice and advocated for cross-training: "I feel like this is not best business practice, what we're doing. We should have people cross trained to step in." Others noted the board had scheduled work sessions that evening and that recorded audio of work sessions is available for public review. After debate the board voted to cancel both the Oct. 28 meeting and the Nov. 25 meeting (votes recorded during the meeting). Staff confirmed a work session could be scheduled on the Monday before Nov. 25 if needed.
