Sebring schools treasurer placed on leave replacement hired

SEBRING

The longtime Sebring Village School District treasurer has been placed on paid leave pending the outcome of an investigation of neglect of duty allegations.

The school board took the action Monday night by a 5-0 vote after an executive session.

Pete Hill, who’s been treasurer for 26 years, retired and was rehired three years ago. His annual salary is about $68,000, said Tracie McFerren, board vice president.

At the same meeting, the board hired Thomas Morehouse as the district’s new treasurer. He’ll earn $72,000 annually, beginning Aug. 1. Morehouse, who works at the Portage County Educational Service Center, is scheduled to begin working in the district July 1.

Read more about the situation in Wednesday's Vindicator or on Vindy.com.