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Mr. Joe Szakos, 132 Otter Street, spoke in support of Karen Waters. He said Ms. Waters is the only candidate with a solid relationship with families that we are worried about regarding the achievement gap. He said she helps parents and coaches children and has a working knowledge of City programs. He said she would bring a sense of how to have public involvement and would help with the racial and class divide. He said she is bold, energetic, tolerant and willing to take risks. Ms. Bobbie Anker, 2093 Whispering Woods Drive, said she has taught in the City schools, and supports Jean Chase for appointment. She said Ms. Chase worked hard as a teacher, loved the children she taught, and was creative in her teaching methods. She said she would bring ground level experience to the Board. Ms. Winx Lawrence, 1729 Chesapeake Street, spoke in support of Peggy Van Yahres. She said this has been a difficult year for the community and School Board. She said Ms. Van Yahres has had a lifelong commitment to children and their education, is an unbelievably hard worker, and has gained invaluable wisdom from being on the School Board. Ms. Loren Intolubee-Chmil, 1320 Riverdale Drive, said that while she is a League of Women Voters observer she is speaking solely for herself. She said she supports three candidates: Karen Waters because her role in Quality Community Council has demonstrated her commitment to Charlottesville families; Lou Bogard because of his extensive experience with migrant and English as a Second Language families; and Peggy Van Yahres because her commitment has been well demonstrated and she feels continuity on the Board is important. Mr. Charles Morrill, 1512 Rose Hill Drive, spoke in support of Peggy Van Yahres, Karen Waters and Lou Bograd. He said the "throw the bums out" attitude is not good. He said Ms. Van Yahres was courageous in deciding to fire the Superintendent. He said Ms. Waters does her homework, focuses on kids, has a degree in education, and helps kids succeed. He said Mr. Bograd has a fine mind and intelligence and civility is needed on the School Board. Mr. Charles Barbour, 1512 Trailridge Road, spoke for experience in the school system and supported John Gaines. He said Mr. Gaines has worked with the community. Ms. Phyllis Johnson, 125 Turtle Creek Road, supported John Gaines. She said he has many years within the school system. He said he has the right personality and is not easily persuaded by others' opinions. He said he has knowledge of the school system and good access to the School Board. Dr. R. A. Johnson, 125 Turtle Creek Road, Pastor of Pilgram Baptist Church, said he hopes Councilor's minds are not made up. He said John Gaines' roots are in Charlottesville and he is the only candidate who lives on the periphery of the projects. He said he is a credible person and would be an asset to the School Board. He said we should let the past be behind us and come up with something new. Mr. Karl Ackerman, 1611 E. Market St., endorsed Joseph Mooney and Lou Bograd. He said Dr. Mooney has much needed School Board experience and is a good collaborator. He said Mr. Bograd would provide civility and has shown his commitment by applying for the School Board a second time. He suggested that Council ask that the School Board plan and evaluate their own performance and ask that the Board work together and have more open meetings. He said they should also be more careful with money and should be wary of sales pitches. He asked Council to appoint three of the best candidates who will not repeat mistakes, will hire a Superintendent and will spend money wisely. Ms. Erin Garvey, 624 David Avenue, supported Peggy Van Yahres as she said she is needed on the School Board. She said Ms. Van Yahres listens and considers different perspectives and is a great believer in proactive communication. She said Ms. Van Yahres helped start the PTO Council and other communication tools with the public.