Osoyoos trustee June Harrington was the only trustee to consistently oppose closure of Osoyoos schools since the board vote in January. She submitted a letter of resignation in July, but news of her plans only came to light Monday when School District 53 sent out notice of a meeting this Thursday to discuss a by-election.(Richard McGuire photo)
A by-election is being called to replace Osoyoos school trustee June Harrington, who submitted a letter of resignation in July.
The news only came to light Monday when School District 53 sent out a notice for a special meeting Thursday to deal with the matter.
Harrington could not be reached for comment, but she was openly frustrated with her experience on school board during the process that threatened to close Osoyoos Secondary School.
At times she was the lone voice for keeping the school open.
Thursday’s meeting is to vote on motions to appoint Lynda Minnabarriet, secretary-treasurer, as Chief Election Officer and Merrill Bjerkan, executive assistant, as the Deputy Chief Election Officer.
Nominations would close Sept. 30 with a vote, if necessary, taking place Nov. 5.
RICHARD McGUIRE
Osoyoos Times
