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Iris Taylor, leader in Detroit health care, DPSCD board member, dies at 74
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk Micah Walker and Hannah Dellinger, Chalkbeat Detroit , BridgeDetroit
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The district's progress was influenced by this individual.
A Detroit Public Schools Community District board member has passed away. The district's progress was influenced by this individual. As a board member, they held a key position, serving as treasurer.
Their background included work in healthcare, with experience as a nurse and administrator. They also held a role in the city's health department. Further details about this person's life and legacy are available from local news sources, including an interview with a friend and former board member who discussed their motivations for seeking reelection.
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Category: government Published: July 31, 2026 Source: BridgeDetroit Reading time: 1 min
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