Elected vs. Appointed

Host Rick Outzen sits down with Walker Wilson, DIB Executive Director and former PYP president, to discuss the upcoming referendum on whether Escambia County should continue with an appointed superintendent or return to an elected position. Wilson, who helped champion the successful 2018 referendum that changed the superintendent to an appointed role, explains why he believes appointed superintendents better serve the community and students. The conversation covers the political dynamics of the vote, the performance of appointed superintendents Dr. Tim Smith and current Superintendent Leonard, and the potential for renewed political battles as the issue returns to the ballot.