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Vincent Iantomasi

Burlington Trustee

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Overall Opinion:

Burlington Trustee Vincent Iantomasi has spent much of his term acting as an obstruction to the board; in May 2022 he was found to be in breach of the Trustee Code of Conduct and barred from board meetings for the remainder of his term. On several occasions, Trustee Iantomasi has proven to be argumentative and disrespectful during meetings, resulting in his ejection from four separate meetings in 2021. Examples of his dilatory behaviour include routinely voting against meeting agendas and minutes (49 times in 2021), and voting to end meetings early (16 times in 2021). Trustee Iantomasi served as Chair of the Board during the 2019-2020 year; he ran for re-election as Chair in 2020 and 2021, but was defeated by Trustees Murphy and Duarte, respectively.

Key Motions:

Conduct During Board Meetings
The report that resulted from this motion called Trustee Iantomasi out on numerous instances of dilatory and frustrating behaviour, including opposing meeting minutes and agendas without raising objections or corrections, arguing with the Chair on multiple occasions, and often incorrectly quoting pieces of legislation. He was also called out for regularly voting in a 'bloc' with Trustees O'Brien, Karabela, and DeRosa.
Equity Audit
Trustee Iantomasi voiced strong opposition to this motion, so much so that his disrespect and argumentativeness resulted in him being ejected from the meeting before the final vote.
Hiring Practices
Trustee Iantomasi voted against this motion, which seeks to review diversity and representation across HCDSB's hiring practices.
Bullying Prevention and Intervention
Trustee Iantomasi was the only trustee to vote against this motion. He did not provide any clear reason for opposing the motion.
Strengthening Community Relationships (Pride Flag - January 2022)
Trustee Iantomasi tried to have the motion thrown out, raised concerns about the logistics and legality of flying two flags, tried to send the motion for input from Bishop Crosby (one version disallowed and one amendment failed), and asked questions about other groups who want their flags flown for various other reasons and celebrations. He voted against the motion.
Trustee Code of Conduct - Vincent Iantomasi
In May 2022, Trustee Iantomasi was found to have violated the Trustee Code of Conduct and was consequently barred from board meetings for the remainder of his term. He did not attend the meetings related to the Code of Conduct as he was on medical leave. During the public meetings, it was said that he was informed of the breaches and that he sent an email refuting the claims.
Upholding the Sanctity of Life in Fundraising Services at the HCDSB
In 2018, Trustee Iantomasi's platform while running for trustee included being against 'Sanctity of Life'. However, in 2022 he changed his position and voted in favour of the motion.

Positions Held:

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