If you live in west Salem, you have a chance to apply for an empty seat on the Salem-Keizer School Board.
The board is seeking applicants to fill the seat vacated when Osvaldo Avila resigned earlier this month. Avila represented zone 1, which covers west Salem and a portion of south Salem.
An appointee would serve the remainder of Avila’s term, through June 30, 2025.
Applicants must have lived in zone 1 for at least a year and be registered to vote. They cannot be a school district employee.
Applications must be received by March 1 at 5 p.m. to be considered. An application packet and more information is available on the district website.
In other school district news, our updated story about the teacher union taking steps toward a strike is below. Let Managing Editor Rachel Alexander know what questions you have about the process at [email protected].
Salem-Keizer teachers say negotiations have stalled over a district refusal to address class sizes, something district leaders say is impossible as they contemplate deep budget cuts.
Salem-Keizer teachers say negotiations have stalled over a district refusal to address class sizes, something district leaders say is impossible as they contemplate deep budget cuts.
Panelists at Salem Reporter’s Town Hall on Gun Violence Thursday suggested diverse solutions to the city’s rise in shootings, but broadly agreed a community approach is needed.
Panelists at Salem Reporter’s Town Hall on Gun Violence Thursday suggested diverse solutions to the city’s rise in shootings, but broadly agreed a community approach is needed.
The Coalition for Safe, Healthy and Prosperous Communities doesn’t disclose donors but has spent big to help Republicans, including Salem Rep. Kevin Mannix.
The Coalition for Safe, Healthy and Prosperous Communities doesn’t disclose donors but has spent big to help Republicans, including Salem Rep. Kevin Mannix.
The Oregon State Fairgrounds host a classic car and bike show and a quilt expo this weekend. Around Salem, there’s also live music, comedy and theater to enjoy.
The Oregon State Fairgrounds host a classic car and bike show and a quilt expo this weekend. Around Salem, there’s also live music, comedy and theater to enjoy.