The gist
The board approved Marques in a 5-0 vote. Trustee Paul Gauthier was not present.
The seat was left vacant by former trustee Francesca Romans, who announced her resignation Oct. 22 due to health reasons. The board officially accepted her resignation during a special meeting Oct. 28 and interviewed four candidates in closed session, including Marques.
During the Oct. 28 meeting, board president Anna Smith said that a Texas Government Code outlines the process for trustee resignations and provides the framework for how vacancies may be addressed.
The board considered a special-called election but due to cost savings and leadership continuity concluded that naming an appointment was in LISD's best interest, she said.
"On behalf of the board, I'd like to extend our sincere appreciation to all the candidates who took the time to meet with us and their willingness to serve as a member of the board of trustees," Smith said during the Oct. 30 meeting.
Next steps
According to district officials, Marques is expected to be sworn in sometime in November. She will hold the position until November 2026, which is when Romans' term would have ended.
