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materiality 0.35
Northwest Pipe board rejects director Franson's resignation after withheld votes
NWPX Infrastructure, Inc.
- Michael Franson, Lead Director and Compensation Committee Chair, received more 'withheld' than 'for' votes in director election.
- Board unanimously declined to accept Franson's resignation, citing his contributions and expertise from two acquisitions.
- Board attributed vote outcome to ISS diversity recommendation, not Franson's performance; he continues in all roles.
- Board reaffirms commitment to enhancing racial/ethnic diversity; recently formed Environmental and Social Governance Committee.