Board approves three-year contract for new CFO despite one dissent

The Boyertown Area School District board on April 28 approved hiring Matthew Lentz as the district’s chief financial officer under a three‑year employment agreement beginning July 1, 2026, with an initial salary of $195,000.

Administration presented the recommendation to the board as part of the superintendent’s consent agenda; a motion to approve the employment passed after roll-call voting. During the brief discussion a board member opposed the hire, saying they were concerned about a potential conflict with Mr. Lentz’s private business interests. ‘‘I know our solicitor said it’s not a conflict of interest, but you’re in the same type of business that you own,’’ the board member said. That member voted no; the motion carried with eight yes votes and one no.

The transcript does not record additional personnel details beyond the term and starting salary. The superintendent asked that the employment begin on July 1, 2026, with the agreement extending through June 30, 2029.

The board did not specify further contract provisions or whether a disclosure or recusals policy will apply; administration noted the solicitor had advised the situation did not constitute a conflict. The board did not amend the recommendation and no additional motions were recorded.

The hire is effective July 1, pending any required paperwork, and the district will handle onboarding and any necessary public-records or disclosure filings in accordance with district policy.