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Board holds public hearing on possible reemployment of retired bus driver Debbie Friend
Summary
The board held a required public hearing on reemploying retired bus driver Debbie Friend, with staff noting the position was publicly posted in March, that driver recruitment is challenging, and that no decision will be made until the May meeting.
The board held a public hearing on the potential reemployment of retired employee Debbie Friend, part of a required process to solicit community input before any decision. A staff representative explained that the position had been publicly posted in March to ensure awareness and that the hearing was intended to share rationale and invite comment. "No decision will be made at this time," the presenter said, and the board will consider public feedback before taking formal action at its May meeting.
Officials said the district continues to face challenges recruiting and retaining qualified bus drivers and described Friend as "an experienced driver who knows our routes, students, and expectations well." The hearing record showed no public commenters spoke at the meeting. The board will revisit the matter and consider formal action in May as part of its personnel process.
