Committee/ Council Observed: Kent City School Board
Date of Meeting: 6/18/2024
Format: Virtual
Meeting Summary:
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. Dr. Justin Gates introduced administrators & guests. Debby Redmond again was present to advocate for the creation of a veteran name display case to be erected at Roosevelt. The board is very supportive of the idea & the project will begin.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Voted on and approved
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Tom Larkin introduced the DLT ( District Leadership Team), who have been working on the MTSS strategic plan for over a year. Their update presented their goals: 1. Academic achievement for all students, including mental health support. 2. A climate of diversity & inclusion. 3. Equitable practices. Team Kent, comprised of school & community members will assess students’s needs & provide interventions when deemed necessary & appropriate.
FINANCIAL REPORT
Debby Krutz presented a detailed report on the district's financial status. She informed the board that cash advances would be necessary to begin summer maintenance projects. All these funds will be reimbursed. Interest in CDs will be received soon.
Voted on and approved
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE TREASURER TO PROCEED WITH FISCAL YEAR-END CLOSING.
There will be a special board session on June 30 to close out the fiscal year.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER TEMPORARY APPROPRIATION RESOLUTION FOR THE 2025 FISCAL YEAR AND CONSIDER RESOLUTION FOR TEMPORARY ADVANCE
Voted on and approved
PERSONNEL
Some resignations, retirements, appointments & transfers were received. No requests for leave of absence or applications for substitutes were received.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER REVIEW OF OSBA POLICY UPDATES
Two revisions were presented & will be reviewed & voted on at the July meeting.
CONSIDER RESOLUTION FOR KENT FREE LIBRARY BUDGET FOR 2025
The library has slightly increased the number of employees & the roofing project is nearing completion
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER AUXILIARY SERVICE CONTRACT WITH SUMMIT ESC
This annual item will provide 28 hours for 36 weeks of service.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER AUXILIARY SERVICE CONTRACT WITH PSI
This will provide nursing & psychological services to St Patrick’s School.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM
Coleman & Children Advantage will provide mental health services for the district.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR MUSIC EDUCATION
6 new pianos were purchased last year for Holden, Stanton & Roosevelt. More are needed.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER 2024-2025 HANDBOOKS
There will be some changes to the Roosevelt handbook, which will be reviewed & voted on at the July meeting.
CONSIDER QUOTES FOR INSTRUCTIONAL EQUIPMENT
This is in regard to the purchase of a robot & control center for the CTE Program.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER APPROPRIATION OF STUDENT INSURANCE PROGRAM
This is an annual item that offers supplemental insurance for students.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER QUOTES FOR STANTON GYM FLOOR REFINISH
Williams Floors will be completing this project.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER PARTICIPATION IN NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM
This is an annual item that allows reimbursement for student meals.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER RESOLUTION FOR PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TRANSPORTATION
2 students attending CVCA will receive payment in lieu of transportation.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER INSURANCE RENEWALS
After receiving many quotes, Liberty Mutual was chosen
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER EXTENSION OF FOOD SERVICE CONTRACT
A one-year extension was given to Aramark
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER SCHOOL PICTURE CONTRACT
The district is happy with the current company & a 2-year contract was offered.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH DAPSE 176
This provides for a 3-year temporary leave of absence during military service.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER AUTHORIZATION FOR DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS PROPERTY
No longer used or needed property will be going to an auction site.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER RESOLUTION FOR PAVING PROJECTS
Vasco Paving will be utilized again for paving projects.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER QUOTES FOR WASTE AND RECYCLING SERVICES
Waste Management was given the 3-year extension contract.
Voted on and approved
CONSIDER OUT OF STATE AND OVERNIGHT FIELD TRIPS
Band director Dr.Roebke has requested approval to take a group of students to Great Britain next year.
Voted on and approved
FOOD TRUCK
A food truck was purchased in 2023 from Valley Ford & is in need of a lift gate
Voted on and approved.
MISCELLANEOUS
3 donations were received. No dollar amount was given.
Voted on and approved
ADJOURN
VOTED ON AND APPROVED
Which members of the board/council were present? Brian Boykin, Colin Boyle, Alicia Crowe, Tiera Moore, Rebekah Wright Kulis. All Present
Was there a public notice of the meeting that included the time and place of meeting: Yes
Was an agenda of the meeting or handouts available to visitors: Yes
Are minutes from previous meetings posted/available: Yes
https://go.boarddocs.com/oh/kentcs/Board.nsf/Public
Name of Observer: Mary Myers