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Board reaffirms use of Walsh Gallegos to respond to Texas Ethics Commission complaints; two trustees abstain
Summary
The board restated its prior motion to retain Walsh Gallegos to assist with ethics complaints; the motion passed 5–0 with Trustees Ida Sudolcan and Sylvester Vasquez Jr. recorded as abstaining.
Trustee Florinda Bernal moved that the board restate its prior motion from Aug. 27, 2024, and continue to authorize the law firm Walsh Gallegos to assist in responding to outstanding Texas Ethics Commission complaints. Trustee Jose Diaz seconded the motion. The minutes record five trustees voted in favor (Mr. Sullivan, Mr. Carrillo, Mr. Gonzalez, Mr. Diaz and Mrs. Bernal) and two trustees abstained (Mrs. Sudolcan and Mr. Vasquez). The motion carried.
The board's statement in the motion said the firm’s assistance "continues to support the District with normal board and district operations, helps support the election decisions of the voters within Southwest ISD, and helps the District be in compliance with the laws of the State." The minutes record the vote tally and the board's restatement but do not include further detail on scope, fees or contract terms for the firm's engagement at this meeting.
