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GlenEllynite |
Is a newer member of the Board leaving? Do we have any ideas on replacements? A little info ahead of an appointment would be great!
“just like in real life there's still rules on this team. Unlike real life? Nobody's above the rules on this field." – Coach Eric Taylor |
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GlenEllynite |
I heard that Kahler is moving to California. Is that what you are talking about?
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GlenEllynite |
Folks,
Due to a full-time client commitment on the west coast and in Asia for the next two years, I am moving with my family to California. We initially considered living here while I traveled, and if the contract was shorter we would find a way to make that arrangement work. However, seeing my children once a month for the next two years just wasn't acceptable to me or to my family. So in the end, we decided that temporarily relocating would be best solution for everyone. While this is a good professional opportunity, my family and I are very sad to leave our Glen Ellyn friends and community. I sincerely regret leaving the District 41 Board of Education while important work is still underway. However, I am grateful for having had the opportunity to serve for the last year. I believe we made significant progress on many difficult issues. I'm confident that the Board will continue to lead the district along a path to excellence, and I hope you will encourage and assist them in their efforts. I will attend the BOE meeting on June 7, and my last official day on the board is June 11. Thank you all for your support and confidence, and for caring enough about our village to speak out. Best regards, Jack Kahler |
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GlenEllynite |
Thanks for your time and work on the Board, Jack. You will be missed.
“just like in real life there's still rules on this team. Unlike real life? Nobody's above the rules on this field." – Coach Eric Taylor |
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GlenEllynite |
I didn't want to post until some kind of announcement was "official" from Jack.
I, too, want to thank him for his work and will miss having his input on the issues before the Board. But I am happy for his business success and the opportunity presented to him. For those interested, the D41 policy governing vacancies is covered in Section 2-70 of our Policy manual. In short, the Board will vote to name a replacement until next year's election. That election will be to fill three four-year terms (those currently filled by Nelson, Solak, and Vondrak) and one two-year term. Those who are interested in serving between now and next year's election can submit resumes to the Board. There will be a District announcement about that in the near future, presumably once the resignation is official. Bob Solak |
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GlenEllynite |
Jack....it seems like just yesterday that I saw you! But, of course, it was Sunday. Or was it yesterday? Crap. I forgot. Anyway, best of luck and thanks for all of the hard work you did. It truly is thankless, isn't it?
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GlenEllynite |
From the D41 E-News blast
Bob Solak |
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GlenEllynite |
Thanks Jack - we'll miss you and your family!
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GlenEllynite |
FYI, just so everyone knows, during our meeting the Board discussed the selection process. There was a general consensus that, given that the replacement would be on the Board for only 9 months, we would have a preference for the candidate to have D41 Committee experience (i.e. one of the ad hoc committees formed by the Board over the years) and/or D41 Board experience. This way the member has a short learning curve.
Bob Solak |
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GlenEllynite |
Just because someone leaves the state doesn't mean they can't participate in the GE board.
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GlenEllynite |
Hi,
That's true. But it would also mean they probably have a wee bit too much time on their hands. |
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GlenEllynite |
Not necessarily, you can usually tell how much time someone has on here by seeing how many posts they've composed.
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GlenEllynite |
This may leave a very small pool of candidates. I am sure we would love to see some recent former board members back on the panel  . I would also be a little concerned over the intentions of that replacement to run again in the next election. Incumbency does not mean as much these days as it once did, but it may be somewhat of an advantage to say you were thought of enough to be appointed.I would strongly recommend Kurt Buchholz for this position. Not only is he the original politician to post on this GEBB, but he has been committed to Glen Ellyn his entire life. I would hope that the Board will consider candidates beyond the scope of whether they have previously served. “just like in real life there's still rules on this team. Unlike real life? Nobody's above the rules on this field." – Coach Eric Taylor |
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GlenEllynite |
Rob,
The Board has no meetings in July. So, since the appointed member will only be serving from August through April, the consensus of the Board was to preferably have someone who knows the ropes and can ramp up quickly. I think that is a reasonable and defensible preference. I hope that all those who submitted applications that I've seen so far will consider running next April. There are some good resumes for Board Members. Bob Solak |
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GlenEllynite |
Sorry Bob, I don't get it and I do not approve. Are you saying that a smart, tax paying individual with children in various levels of the district, a spouse on staff, who has paid close, detailed attention to the proceedings of this Board, who has volunteered thousands of hours to various committees and boards, who runs and owns a respected business, who served on committees for this very Board, is not capable of ramping up quickly?
Are you saying that the only three candidates available for appointment are Cosgrove, Kenwood and Vivoda? That would be a very arrogant stance at best. Have they been in attendance at every meeting since last April to ramp up quickly? I would hope that all candidates would be given the same rational vetting for the position as would an election posting. What is the point of a public notice to submit resumes if the decision is already done. Is the decision already made? Have you received a committment from this candidate to NOT run again in April? There are obvious reasons why the three ex board members are not currently sitting on the board. None of those reasons are minute enough to warrant a retread. Get some fresh blood. Fresh ideas. That is partially what got you and some others seated in the very same seats. “just like in real life there's still rules on this team. Unlike real life? Nobody's above the rules on this field." – Coach Eric Taylor |
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GlenEllynite |
I absolutely agree with Rob. It will seem really unfair if a former board member gets appointed. Remember there is a reason they are a FORMER board member. Once appointed, they will definitely have the advantage for the next election.
As for Buchholz, we've all heard his name around town because he has volunteered a lot. I hardly think he'd have a big learning curve to fill in for a few months. |
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GlenEllynite |
Hey Jack,
Just wanted to thank you for all of your hard work and dedication. At times I know your job was difficult. You've proven to be a man of your word and we'd vote for you again in a second. Your efforts are well appreciated in the bitter household and you'll be missed! "Have you seen my box?" |
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GlenEllynite |
No. Are they the only three former board members in D41? Anyway, the Board stated it had a *preference* for Board experience. It isn't a strict requirement. The Board has made no decision. I can only speak for myself and say that I have made no decision. There are multiple candidates that I would be comfortable with voting for. Do you think that it is important that the person appointed NOT run again in April? Bob Solak |
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GlenEllynite |
If it is a former Board member who lost in a previous election, yes, I do. “just like in real life there's still rules on this team. Unlike real life? Nobody's above the rules on this field." – Coach Eric Taylor |
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GlenEllynite |
They would be the only three with the ability to ramp up quickly regarding today's issues. Bob, let me make myself clear. The decision on appointment is ultimately yours and the Board. I have enough faith in you and others to make the right decision. I am just stating that I will be dissappointed if the candidate pool was discriminately limited from the onset of the replacement search. “just like in real life there's still rules on this team. Unlike real life? Nobody's above the rules on this field." – Coach Eric Taylor |
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