After much careful consideration, long-serving Central Okanagan Public Schools Chairperson Moyra Baxter has decided not to run for re-election as school trustee.

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She was first elected as a school trustee in 1996 and has been re-elected every term since then. She has served as chairperson for 16 of her 26-year tenure with the school board.

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She also believes the role of trustee has become more understood by the community but is still concerned that those running for trustee don香蕉视频直播檛 get the consideration they deserve.

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Baxter noted she has been approached over the years to run for a different office, such as city council.

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Baxter added it is her hope that individuals interested in running for school trustee in October香蕉视频直播檚 municipal elections will do their research and understand the role.

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As for what香蕉视频直播檚 next, Baxter added that she香蕉视频直播檒l continue with her volunteer work among other things.

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