Lincoln Schools’ Emeritus Pay: A Taxpayer-Funded Phantom Role?

When Paul Gausman abruptly retired as Lincoln Public Schools superintendent in December 2024, the district assured the public he would stay on in an "as-needed" emeritus role—continuing to receive his hefty $333,720 annual salary. But a closer look reveals an unsettling truth: Gausman did virtually no work during his six months as superintendent emeritus, yet taxpayers footed the bill.How Much Are Nebraskans Paying for Silence?Investigative records obtained by Flatwater Free Press show no emails exchanged between Gausman and key school officials from December 28, 2024, through June 30, 2025. The school board president confirmed the former superintendent’s input was never...