Are WBCSD trustees acting in good faith?

The definition of good faith is defined in legal terms as a broad word to encompass “honest dealings.” To be clear, Cornell University states that, “Depending on the exact setting, good faith may require an honest belief or purpose, faithful performance of duties, observance of fair dealing standards, or an absence of fraudulent intent.”

I must ask the constituents of Bonner County, specifically Zone 2 and Zone 4, do you believe the board of WBCSD 83 is acting in good faith? Is it good faith to follow Branden Durst’s advice to push off the budget and disregard Idaho Code in his own favor for a two-year contract? Let that sit with you for a moment. A man who is representing our district advised our school board who governs him to disregard Idaho law for his own benefit. Is this not an exemplary display of fraudulent intent? Is this a faithful performance of duties?

“Just do it … there is no one to enforce it.” These are the words that came from Branden Durst’s mouth during a recent meeting. Encouraging our board members to act against their own district policy which prohibits superintendents from obtaining any more than a one-year contract. Encouraging them to ignore Idaho Code which states budgets must be submitted by July 1. Encouraging them to declare a state of emergency to further his ability to obtain a certificate issued by the state to begin acting as superintendent.

Tell me something, Bonner County … does this seem like good faith to you?

NIKELLE COLLINS

Priest River