While there can be great satisfaction in public service, one aspect that probably is difficult falls within the boundaries of making tough — and often unpopular — decisions. That could be the case facing our newly seated Hanover County Board of Supervisors.

The Hanover County School Board is again considering a budget proposal that eliminates jobs. How will the supervisors respond when they receive that presentation?

A letter to the editor appeared in last week’s edition from Beaverdam resident Dale Taylor questioning how the school district can operate “without bus drivers to safely deliver the students, food and sanitation services, and classroom instructors?”

The letter continued, “There was not one single recommendation to cut any Central Office position, reduce some of the mega-salaries, or eliminate county-provided vehicles.”

This writer has lived and worked in six different areas throughout a 37-year career. With each, the cry has been the same when school system positions were eliminated. The finger is pointed toward the Central Office staff and the salaries of those employed within those walls. Will this become an issue when Dr. Jamelle Wilson presents her first budget proposal to the supervisors?

Since the November election, and the change in the makeup of the Board of Supervisors, many have speculated that we will see a more fiscally conservative group.

Another issue Taylor addressed was an elected School Board. Do you agree with members being appointed by the supervisors?

Do you think your district is being adequately represented on the School Board? Do you ever attend a School Board meeting? Are you involved in your child’s school?

What about the timing in which members are reappointed or replaced? Should it come when new supervisors take office?

The questions are many, but only time will tell about the answers.