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Independence School Board Delays Election Guidelines Approval Due to Residency Requirement Concerns
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Overview: In a recent Independence School Board meeting, members decided to postpone approving the election guidelines for the upcoming 2026 school board election. The delay stemmed from concerns regarding a state statute’s residency requirement, which allows candidates to run without residing in the district for a minimum period.
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Superintendent:
Dr. Cynthia Grant
School Board Officials:
Carrie Dixon, Anthony J. Mondaine, Denise Fears, Jill Esry, Blake Roberson, Wendy Baird, Brandi Pruente
Dr. Cynthia Grant
School Board Officials:
Carrie Dixon, Anthony J. Mondaine, Denise Fears, Jill Esry, Blake Roberson, Wendy Baird, Brandi Pruente
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
11/20/2025
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Recording Published:
11/20/2025
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Duration:
20 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Missouri
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County:
Jackson County
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Towns:
Independence, Sugar Creek
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