during agenda items and restricts members of the public to four minutes at the beginning of the meeting. The new restriction limits input from the audience, said Hemingway. “Many times new information is brought in,” but “no one in the audience has a chance to rebut that,” he said. The public response must wait until the following meeting. Chris Leibig, on his education blog, said that “on policy issues the board should lead, not follow, the administration.” He’s running for the two-year seat. Outgoing board member Burauh has also expressed concern over the new rule. Her colleague, Patti Fields has served on the school board since 2005, and worked with two superintendents (Lane Plugge and Murley). Fields has endorsed LaTasha DeLoach, calling her “intelligent, thoughtful and bold -- the kind of person our district needs to move forward.” DeLoach said that she was concerned by recent decisions about busing and special education staffing, which she said “have not been successful or well-received.” DeLoach said she would be the first African-American woman to serve on the school board, but adds that she doesn't want to be viewed simply as the “equity” candidate. “I am uniquely qualified,” she said, “The board will be stronger because of my connections to our community. I work with children and families, and will continue to work with people of color and our low-income families.” Candidates for the four-year position are LaTasha DeLoach, Shawn Eyestone, Todd Fanning, Phil Hemingway, Jason T. Lewis, Brian Richman, Lori Roetlin, Lucas S. Van Orden, Brianna Wills and Tom Yates. The two year candidates are: Chris Leibig, Paul Roesler and Megan Schwalm. A candidate forum on Special Education will be held on Sept. 8 from 6-8 p.m. at the Iowa City Public Library. You can read more about the candidates in their public Facebook discussion group or watch a previously held candidate forum on Public Access Television. Adam Burke is the son of two retired public school teachers.
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Farm to School Farmer Fair
Eat Local Week Sept. 14-20
Saturday, Sept. 19
Local Food Fair
9:00 am-noon
Iowa City Farmer’s Market, Chauncey Swan
Wednesday, Sept. 16 5:00-7:00 pm Iowa City Farmer’s Market, Chauncey Swan
Learn about local food related initiatives in Johnson County from advocates, farmers, and local food entrepreneurs with booths, educational materials, and food tasting.
Featuring Farm to School Farmer Fair, School Garden Produce Booth, Food Tasting, and more hands-on activities as part of the annual Kid’s Day event. Fun for the whole family! FREE
Culinary Walk
Share the Harvest Dinner
Thursday, Sept. 17 5:30-8:30 pm
Sunday, Sept. 20 5:00-8:00 pm
Stroll through downtown Iowa City and enjoy delicious dishes made from local ingredients at 7 area restaurants. Visit www.fieldtofamily.org for more information. Early Bird rates: $20; $15 for students & low-Income All ticket prices $30 after September 13. Tickets for sale at New Pioneer Food Co-op and www.fieldtofamily.org
Share Wine Lounge, 210 S. Dubuque St.
Featuring entrées from five local chefs with ingredients procured from local farmers, paired with Iowa craft beer. Tickets can be purchased at New Pioneer Food Co-op and www.fieldtofamily.org. Keynote "Past, Present, Future of Local Craft Breweries”. $50
More information can be found at www.fieldtofamily.org
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