Spring resignation dominates Schenectady BOE elections

SCHENECTADY — While the three incumbents seeking re-election continue to remain mum about the circumstances surrounding ex-school superintendent Larry Spring's abrupt departure in March, the two newcomers running against them blasted the board members for agreeing to a non-disparagement clause that has kept the circumstances of Spring's departure veiled in secrecy.“I think they violate the basic democratic principles of accountability," said Samuel Rose, a lifelong Schenectady reside