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Student Government update and public comment urge voters to back capital project
Summary
Student Government representatives reported on spirit week, plans for mental-health sessions and other student initiatives. Public commenter Jonathan Makeley urged residents to vote the next day on the capital project, stressing proactive maintenance to avoid larger future costs.
Student Government representative J. Coleman reported to the board on winter spirit week, plans to provide monthly mental-health or therapy sessions for athletes, a digital suggestion box and committees working on food-service changes and DEI initiatives. The report noted ongoing collaboration with staff and planning for forthcoming events.
During public comment, Jonathan Makeley of Durham Drive urged community support for the capital project vote scheduled the following day, saying proactive repairs avoid costlier future fixes. Makeley argued that timely maintenance reduces total cost and inconvenience and told the audience, "I would encourage people to go out and cast their votes on the matter." The board did not take a vote on the capital project during this meeting; the comment was made to encourage community turnout.
