Special Meeting of the Board 5/15/26

The Lyon County School Board of Trustees held a special meeting on May 15, 2026, primarily to address a parent complaint appeal involving district personnel. The meeting included public participation where Deputy Superintendent Dr. Stacy Cooper expressed concerns about the handling of the appeal process and the lack of proper notice for involved employees, emphasizing legal protections under Nevada law. The Lyon County Administrators Association also reminded the board of legal obligations regarding closed sessions and employee rights. A significant portion of the meeting involved discussion about the board's use of legal counsel, including questions about incurred legal fees totaling approximately $3,500 and the appropriateness of seeking legal opinions without prior board approval. The board voted 4 to 1 to move into a closed session to further discuss the appeal, with reminders about compliance with Nevada Open Meeting Law and board governance policies. No procurement, contracting, or budget decisions were made during this meeting.