Informal Opinion No.

Gregory J. Guercio, Esq. Counsel, Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District

I am writing in response to your request for an opinion as to whether a retired school teacher may serve as a member of the board of education of the school district where she formerly taught.

As stated in your letter, a recently retired teacher has filed a nominating petition to become a candidate for the position of school board member. As a retiree, she currently receives pension and other retirement benefits. Furthermore, the candidate continues to be a dues-paying member of the bargaining agent representing…