They are competing for the two seats left vacant by the term expirations of Dr. Margaret Young and Branigan. By luck of the draw, Quinlan spoke first. He said that candor is one of his guiding principles. I take responsibility for what I say, and believe in working together with mutual respect, not only in the school, but in life in general. Accountability is important.
Actions have consequences.
Two of Quinlan's four children are adults, and the two younger are students in the Cooperstown district. She said that she became immediately involved with the district after moving to the area. Branigan recalled her actions six years ago when she first ran for a seat on the board and questioned existing board members about the sort of time commitment serving implies. It really is a time-intensive commitment, a chance to serve. She said that the board only exists as a unit, and that they've worked on developing their own code of conduct to engender mutual respect and accord among members.