Quotes by Marc Ward

“Usually, when you see fog rolling in on New Years Eve, you start wondering about how many people you are going to bring to the hospital.”

“The fog definitely slowed everybody down. There were times when you couldnt see more than 15 feet in front of you.”

“Thank goodness for the fog. It kept people home.”

“Its a hardship for those involved. We realize that and take no pleasure in it, but it was the financially responsible thing to do.”

“Compare Lincoln High Schools four administrators to (West Des Moines) Valleys eleven.”

“We still have a challenge in middle school.”

“A 4-3 relationship isnt positive for the district in the long term. While that might get you some short-term success, youd better hope youve got more support on the board than that.”

“Theres nothing hidden on the consent agenda. Its all public. It reflects staff implementing what we approved.”

“We have no basis to know whether its a legitimate expense or not. What do any of us know about accounting? Thats what we hire professionals to do.”

“Were not going to be in this quasi-ivory tower. Were going into the cafeterias and talk to people on a one-on-one level.”