Overview
- An independent investigation by an outside law firm recommended Suda’s termination, a member of the board’s executive committee confirmed.
- Suda filed suit in Pennsylvania state court alleging unlawful termination, breaches of contract, and a coordinated effort by a small group of trustees.
- A key focus of the probe was an approximately $39,000 cost-of-living salary increase over two years that Suda’s side says was authorized, budgeted, and disclosed.
- The museum says the complaint is without merit and is limiting comment, while deputy director Louis Marchesano manages daily operations as trustees consider interim leadership.
- The suit says the museum offered six months of severance despite a contract calling for two years and contends the timing could jeopardize Suda’s U.S. immigration status.