Norwich BOE member Sally Chirlin announces resignation
NORWICH – Norwich City School District Board of Education member Sally Chirlin unexpectedly announced her resignation – effective immediately – following Monday night’s meeting.
School Board President Heather Fredenburg said Chirlin’s resignation did not give a specific reason, but did state it had “been her pleasure” to serve as a member of the board.
According to Chirlin, her resignation was a direct result of her admission at a previous closed session meeting in which she informed board members and the administration that she’d had numerous conversations with her husband, former school board member Don Chirlin, about confidential discussions held during executive sessions since she first joined the board in 2008.
Her term was to expire in June of 2012.
“I didn’t break confidence otherwise, but that’s OK, those are the rules,” admitted Chirlin. “The legal ramifications were such that, if I didn’t resign, there was the possibility of lawsuits against the district, which could end up costing thousands of dollars. I would like to remain in good stead with the other board members and, under the circumstances, this worked out for the best. I expect to remain involved with the district in other capacities.”
Chirlin said she wanted to make it clear that she did not resign for personal reasons, and remains on good terms with the current members of the board.
“Mrs. Chirlin had a good relationship with her current fellow board members and we worked well together,” said Fredenburg. “As the board president, I have always felt that Mrs. Chirlin had the best interests of the students at heart in every decision she made. The members of the current Board of Education appreciate the knowledge she brought to the board as well as the countless hours and dedication she has given to this district, and will continue to give to this district and the community in the future.”
Superintendent Gerard O’Sullivan had no comment.
The board will look to fill the vacancy left by Chirlin’s resignation as soon as possible. Letters of intent, for those interested in the position, are due by Sept. 22. Letters should be addressed to BOE President Heather Fredenburg and dropped off at the district office, 89 Midland Drive.
School Board President Heather Fredenburg said Chirlin’s resignation did not give a specific reason, but did state it had “been her pleasure” to serve as a member of the board.
According to Chirlin, her resignation was a direct result of her admission at a previous closed session meeting in which she informed board members and the administration that she’d had numerous conversations with her husband, former school board member Don Chirlin, about confidential discussions held during executive sessions since she first joined the board in 2008.
Her term was to expire in June of 2012.
“I didn’t break confidence otherwise, but that’s OK, those are the rules,” admitted Chirlin. “The legal ramifications were such that, if I didn’t resign, there was the possibility of lawsuits against the district, which could end up costing thousands of dollars. I would like to remain in good stead with the other board members and, under the circumstances, this worked out for the best. I expect to remain involved with the district in other capacities.”
Chirlin said she wanted to make it clear that she did not resign for personal reasons, and remains on good terms with the current members of the board.
“Mrs. Chirlin had a good relationship with her current fellow board members and we worked well together,” said Fredenburg. “As the board president, I have always felt that Mrs. Chirlin had the best interests of the students at heart in every decision she made. The members of the current Board of Education appreciate the knowledge she brought to the board as well as the countless hours and dedication she has given to this district, and will continue to give to this district and the community in the future.”
Superintendent Gerard O’Sullivan had no comment.
The board will look to fill the vacancy left by Chirlin’s resignation as soon as possible. Letters of intent, for those interested in the position, are due by Sept. 22. Letters should be addressed to BOE President Heather Fredenburg and dropped off at the district office, 89 Midland Drive.
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