Gomez’s resignation comes after she was sued for holding two offices at once, and her replacement will be chosen by the board majority she regularly disagreed with.
Tag: Beckie Gomez
Posted inEducation
State AG Greenlights Lawsuit That Could Oust Another OC Board of Education Member
Trustee Beckie Gomez is now faced with two options: resign, or fight for her seat in court after a judge ruled to temporarily remove Tim Shaw from the board in a similar lawsuit.
Posted inEducation
Another OC Board of Education Member Faces Legal Threat for Holding Two Elected Offices
If the case moves forward, Beckie Gomez might have to leave her seat on the board or the Tustin City Council.
Posted inSafety, Security & Justice
OC Board of Education Opposes Nationwide Federal Probe of Threats Against School Officials
School board debates are so hot nationwide that the Department of Justice may step in to investigate concerns over threats and intimidation.
Posted inCountywide, Education, Top Stories
Amid Charter School Battle, Republicans Hold on to OC Education Board Supermajority
Charter school advocates had backed Republican candidates and teacher’s unions backed Democrat candidates for the board, which can approve and renew charter schools.
Posted inCountywide, Education, Top Stories
Future of OC Charter Schools at Stake in County Education Board Election
This Tuesday, the election for three seats on the board – which oversees school district finances and can approve or reject charter schools – is hotly contested.
