Letters

To the Editor:

Your Oct. 2, 2002, article "Rochester Mayor Fights Janey's Exit Deal" is based on an erroneous assertion by the ruling majority of the Rochester, N.Y., school board that I am the singular cause of former Superintendent Clifford B. Janey's early exit from his position. In fact, I am alleged to have created a "toxic environment" that, combined with the calamitous events of Sept. 11, 2001, made it impossible for Mr. Janey to continue.

The term "toxic environment" is a favored term leveled by former board President Bolgen Vargas and his cronies against those who disagree with them. This foursome strongly believes that Mr. Janey was exemplary in his stewardship. Many people throughout the community, with no known connection to my administration, strongly disagree. What has created the toxic environment is the uncontrolled spending and the dismal student performance of this school...