Board Absences Shake Omaha Schools | Omaha News

Two Omaha Public Schools board members have missed nearly a quarter of all regular meetings since 2023, skipping key votes including the $1 billion budget and superintendent hiring. Ricky Smith blames severe health issues like sepsis and kidney failure, while Bri Full cites family health crises and a recent death. Though state law allows removal after four unexcused absences, the board rarely votes to penalize, including once for Bri Full. Community members warn these absences hurt progress and leave underserved neighborhoods without representation, stressing that elected officials must be physically present to vote and advocate — even if they stay informed remotely. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/674ca342a2c9d167