The Hamilton Southeastern (HSE) Schools Board of Trustees voted Wednesday evening to extend Superintendent Patrick Mapes’ contract for three more years, approving a provision that allows for largely automatic renewals.

The board voted 5-2 in favor of the extension. Trustees Latrica Schooley and Sarah Parks-Reese opposed the measure, both citing concerns about the “evergreen” renewal clause.

Public comment was split. Ray Maddalone spoke in support of Mapes, praising his performance as superintendent, while Stephanie Hunt voiced opposition, pointing to two unresolved Unfair Labor Practice cases involving the local teachers’ union.

Under the agreement, Mapes’ annual salary will remain $215,270. The board reserves the right to make future adjustments within established limits.

You can read the entire contract extension language at this link.