Palisades School Board 1995 - 1999

When our two children started school in Palisades, I began to attend School Board meetings. In 1995 I was elected to the Board. During my four year term I was fortunate enough to be elected Board President by my colleagues. . Long before most school districts, I proposed a smoking ban on all school grounds, which passed. The Board worked hard to give good value to the taxpayer, and I learned to make the tough financial decisions required of an elected official. When faced with very necessary renovations to several of our buildings, we designated a portion of our millage to capital reserve to save on future debt service. We also negotiated a contract with the faculty that instituted performance standards and increased accountability for teachers. During my time on the board, I made myself available to my constituents who were free to call me at home at anytime to voice their concerns or discuss issues. Serving on the board gave me experience in direct contact with the public as well as experience in making difficult decisions.

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