School Board Quasi-Judicial Hearing Agenda 11:30 AM — 4145 - Employment Disciplinary Hearings Before the Board

AI Summary

The Lee County School Board adopted Policy 4145 establishing fair procedures for employee discipline hearings. The policy requires at least 22 calendar days' notice before a Board hearing, allows employees to request an administrative hearing or arbitration, limits the superintendent's unilateral suspension authority to 10 work days, and requires the Board's final decision to be based solely on evidence presented. The policy ensures equal speaking time for employees and administration, allows 30-day appeals, and complies with Florida law.