‘Abuse of overtime’ cost Memphis district $1M, superintendent says
“We have individuals who are submitting requests or have not submitted requests, but have been paid and compensated for time not worked,” Memphis Shelby County Schools Superintendent Marie Feagins told the school board Tuesday. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)
A new policy would require all overtime to receive advance approval from Superintendent Marie Feagins, and make no exceptions for emergencies.
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Laura Testino is an enterprise reporter who writes about how public policy shapes Memphis. She is currently reporting from Frayser about education and housing. Please write her with your suggestions and story tips.
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