Buffalo School Board

Is there an explanation for the lack of VOTER TURNOUT in Buffalo regarding school board elections?

OK, here we go: According to a Buffalo News story, State Education Commissioner John B. King, Jr. has appointed Dr. Judy L. Elliott as Buffalo's "distinguished educator" to help elevate city schools. Dr. Elliott, by the way, is the former Chief Academic Officer in Los Angeles.

I see the Buffalo Board of Education has decided not to use the “no fault” termination clause in the contract of Superintendent Dr. James Williams.  The decision was made following a 45 minute board meeting Monday.  Williams announced earlier this month that he had planned to retire in a year’s time.  I don’t think Dr. Williams is the problem.  The problem is with the system.