Ed Reinle: Running Again, But Often Running Late - Or Not At All

Board of Education member Ed Reinle is once again seeking your vote in the upcoming election. A longtime resident of Hardyston and co-owner of Cravin Thai restaurant, Ed proudly highlights his ties to the community and his advocacy for parental rights and fiscal responsibility.

But there’s another side of Ed’s record that deserves attention: his actual record of showing up and participating in the job.

The Numbers: More Absences Than You Might Think

A closer look at Ed Reinle’s attendance over the past three years reveals the following:

• ✅ Present: 13 times
• ❌ Absent: 12 times
• ⏰ Late: 8 times

That means out of 33 scheduled meetings, Ed Reinle was either absent or late for 20 of them - more than 60% of the time, he was not fully present and participating from start to finish.

Whether missing entirely or arriving partway through, Ed Reinle failed to be fully engaged in the majority of Board of Education meetings.

When elected officials ask for your vote, the very least they can do is show up - on time, every time.

Beyond Attendance: Preparedness Matters

Unfortunately, attendance is only part of the story.

Several observers and fellow attendees of Hardyston BOE meetings have noted that when Ed Reinle does attend, he often appears unprepared - at times unfamiliar with agenda items, or looking to other members to guide his vote.

In multiple public sessions, he has been seen glancing around the table for visual cues or verbal prompts before casting his vote, raising concerns about whether he’s truly reviewing materials or participating in policy deliberation beforehand.

Why It Matters

The Board of Education plays a vital role in shaping the direction of our schools. It’s not just a seat - it’s a responsibility. Parents, staff, and taxpayers deserve representatives who are present, prepared, and actively engaged.

As the election approaches, voters have the right to ask:

• Is 13 out of 33 a strong enough attendance record?
• Should a board member need prompting to decide on major issues?
• Is re-election a reward for showing up - or not?

The Bottom Line

Ed Reinle may say he’s protecting parental rights and managing a responsible budget. But leadership starts with being present, informed, and independent - not missing meetings or looking for others to lead the way.

Voters deserve better.

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Data

Obtained from public minutes at https://www.htps.org/