Why Christa voted no on hires

Christa Hazel says she’s a firm believer in second chances.

But as a Coeur d’Alene School District trustee, she added it’s her responsibility to protect students and work in the best interest of the district.

“The patterns and convictions that I’ve seen create a potential safety issue for students and could increase the district’s liability,” Hazel told The Press when asked Tuesday about the latest batch of district hires.

During Monday’s regular meeting of the board, Hazel cast the only “no” vote on the consent calendar — a group of items that require trustee approval but are considered routine business — over concerns about new hires. A search by The Press revealed at least two of the seven individuals who had their new employment approved by trustees have questionable histories/ Keith Cousins , Coeur d’Alene Press. More here.