Corruption allegations surface in Central Bucks School District amid Sunshine Act violations
January 18, 2025 | Central Bucks SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
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The Central Bucks School District (CBSD) Board meeting on January 18, 2025, was marked by intense public scrutiny and allegations of misconduct among board members. A significant focus of the meeting was a series of depositions obtained through Right to Know (RTK) requests, which revealed troubling claims of unethical behavior and potential violations of the Sunshine Act.
One speaker expressed outrage over the actions of a Democratic majority on the board, alleging that they held private meetings with David Kahn, a non-employee, without proper legal representation or public record. This raised concerns about transparency and the legality of their discussions. The speaker accused board members of circumventing established protocols by hiring Kahn without a formal interview process, suggesting a lack of accountability and ethical governance.
Further allegations included claims that board members communicated about official business using a third-party messaging app, Signal, which is against legal guidelines. The speaker highlighted discrepancies in responses to RTK requests, asserting that evidence of these communications was deliberately destroyed or hidden, putting the district at legal risk.
In a separate but equally alarming public comment, Deborah Cannon detailed severe allegations of mistreatment of a child within the district. She described instances of abusive punishment, including being forced to walk barefoot on hot surfaces and being left without clothing or water. Cannon's testimony raised urgent questions about the district's oversight and the treatment of vulnerable students.
The meeting underscored a growing tension within the CBSD Board, as community members called for greater transparency and accountability. The implications of these discussions could lead to significant changes in governance practices and a renewed focus on the welfare of students in the district. As the board navigates these serious allegations, the community remains watchful for the outcomes of these revelations and their impact on local education policies.
One speaker expressed outrage over the actions of a Democratic majority on the board, alleging that they held private meetings with David Kahn, a non-employee, without proper legal representation or public record. This raised concerns about transparency and the legality of their discussions. The speaker accused board members of circumventing established protocols by hiring Kahn without a formal interview process, suggesting a lack of accountability and ethical governance.
Further allegations included claims that board members communicated about official business using a third-party messaging app, Signal, which is against legal guidelines. The speaker highlighted discrepancies in responses to RTK requests, asserting that evidence of these communications was deliberately destroyed or hidden, putting the district at legal risk.
In a separate but equally alarming public comment, Deborah Cannon detailed severe allegations of mistreatment of a child within the district. She described instances of abusive punishment, including being forced to walk barefoot on hot surfaces and being left without clothing or water. Cannon's testimony raised urgent questions about the district's oversight and the treatment of vulnerable students.
The meeting underscored a growing tension within the CBSD Board, as community members called for greater transparency and accountability. The implications of these discussions could lead to significant changes in governance practices and a renewed focus on the welfare of students in the district. As the board navigates these serious allegations, the community remains watchful for the outcomes of these revelations and their impact on local education policies.
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