My real estate agent doesn't have the slightest idea if I'm a shining star or a clueless slacker at my job. She only knows I'm employed and where, or at least did when I purchased my house. However, because she likes me and I her, I would make darn sure that I had an ally before choosing to appeal any decision before a board upon which she sat.

So, what independent knowledge do you suppose Ms. Boyst possessed that moved her to make the motion in favor of reinstating the principal based on merit and not hearsay?