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New blood for Sweetwater district?
Lyn Neylon’s comments were completely inappropriate and smacked of hypocrisy and self-interest. The dais is not the appropriate forum to weigh in with opinions on candidates in upcoming elections. What we witnessed was a thinly veiled attempt to get back in the good graces of certain groups she has isolated and irritated during her short stint on the board. In that time I think I have attended more hours of board meetings than she has. Yet last night the board voted to excuse all of her absences and pay her the full stipend for missed meetings anyways. She says there are too many people running for seats at a time when no one can withdraw and everyone who has filed will be on the ballot. In a democracy everyone who has the desire to seek elected office has the opportunity to run despite what Lyn Neylon thinks. She also warns about professional politicians being elected to the board at the same time she is making a purely political speech about elections. I am glad that Dr. Neylon is now an expert on political campaigns as well as on public transportation, lease deals, and where secret funds can be spent. If anything she is a cautionary tale about electing people with only an instructional education background to the school board because stories about the way things are done at Cuyamaca College have no correlation with immediately improving the situation for students in the Sweetwater Union High School District. If the people she referenced in her speech win it will be because of the judge’s decision, voters, and special interests; not because there are good people who have an interest in doing the right thing for our children, despite what Dr. Neylon was coached to say.— August 22, 2014 9:36 a.m.
Sweetwater district’s mellow ruse
With all of the issues that Bvavsvavev has pointed out I do not even think we should be considering increases.— August 13, 2014 1:46 p.m.
33% of the profit? No problem — hey!
Susan, I was there from 10:00 AM to about 3:30 PM. I only saw one other candidate who I noticed later in the day. He was very low key from what I saw. I barely noticed him.— August 3, 2014 8:50 p.m.
33% of the profit? No problem — hey!
I meant I was the only candidate advocating publicly for the forensic audit. I know that community members have brought it up frequently. I hadn't heard Mr. O'Neill calling for it as well. Thank you for bringing that to my attention. I did say "I believe" and not that I was 100% certain, so I stand corrected. I still plan to take the lead in making sure it happens.— August 1, 2014 1:55 p.m.
33% of the profit? No problem — hey!
JoePublic, I agree. I am opposed to the school district spending money and resources to form charter schools. Every community deserves access to a high quality public school. The district should be focused on ensuring that every public school provides the same opportunity for a high quality education to students. I think we need to reevaluate the bus situation and make the necessary changes to ensure the maximum number of students have access to transportation, so that they can safely get to and from school. I want to immediately halt all real estate deals so that we can assess the current situation and work together with the public to develop a strategy that makes financial sense for the district, and is also beneficial to stakeholders and communities. The decisions will not be easy or ideal because of the position we have been put in, but we need to work collaboratively to make the best of it in accordance with the law, which I do not believe has been followed. As a parent my first priority will be spending that directly benefits students. I will ensure that we have a student focused budget. We need to stop making decisions based on adults with personal agendas, and instead make decisions based on the best interest of the students. One of my first priorities will be ensuring that we have a complete forensic audit of the district. To date I believe I am the only one publicly advocating for this. I will take the lead in making sure it happens. I am happy to talk about my integrity, honesty, and transparency as well as give you the answers to what I will do about the current issues before the district. My campaign is not based rhetoric but on clearly, honestly, and publicly outlining who I am and what you can expect from me as a board member. I am also always available to speak directly with anyone, listen to their concerns and suggestions, and answer any questions they may have. I will be at the Lemon Festival this Sunday, if anyone plans on being there please say hi.— August 1, 2014 11:25 a.m.
Sweetwater land deals — the beef goes on
A complete forensic audit needs to be completed and it will be one of my first priorities.— July 30, 2014 5:07 p.m.
Sweetwater land deals — the beef goes on
Every community deserves access to a quality public school. This is what happens when the focus is on personal agendas and superficial fixes instead of real long-term solutions to difficult problems.— July 30, 2014 5:04 p.m.
Sweetwater land deals — the beef goes on
Unfortunately we know what we are going to get right now. It is not what we want or deserve but it is the reality. Our best hope is to get the right people elected so that in December the type of district you describe in your posts can be realized.— July 24, 2014 11:49 a.m.
Sweetwater land deals — the beef goes on
That was painful to listen to. I should also add that when I am a board member it will never be OK for a district employee to tell a member of the public to "shut up."— July 23, 2014 9:25 p.m.
Sweetwater land deals — the beef goes on
These are ongoing issues that need to be addressed now. I would really like to speak with you and get your ideas and perspective.— July 23, 2014 9:23 p.m.