Whitehead won’t receive Canton alderman paycheck

Dr. Shannon Whitehead will not receive a paycheck when she takes office next week as Ward 2 alderman in Canton.

Because Whitehead currently serves as superintendent of Philadelphia Public Schools, a Madison County Circuit Court order issued Monday states she cannot be paid or reimbursed in her role on the city board.

WLBT reported that under the state Constitution, Whitehead is prohibited from receiving payment for holding both public positions…

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