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August 13 2018

BOARD OF EDUCATION

CINCINNATI, OHIO

PROCEEDINGS

BUSINESS MEETING

August 13, 2018

Table of Contents

Roll Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817

Motion to Revise the Agenda to Add Fire & Safety Discussion to Board Matters . . 817

Minutes Approved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817

Report of the Strategic Engagement and Planning Committee August 7, 2018 . . . 818

Announcements/Hearing of the Public . . . . . . . . . . . 820

Presentations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 821

Board Matters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 821

A Resolution to Request a Waiver for Alcohol Use at the School for the Creative and

Performing Arts (SCPA) by (LADD) Living Arrangements for the Developmentally

Disabled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

821

A Revised Resolution Re-Appointing Christine Fischer and Laura Sanregret as

Cincinnati Public Schools Preschool Expansion Organization Board Representatives .

822

A Resolution Appointing an Official Delegate to the Ohio School Boards Association’s

2018 Capital Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

823

A Resolution Amending Board Policy: 1411 – Whistleblower Protection . . . . 824

A Resolution Amending Board Policy: 1541 – Termination and Resignation . . . 825

A Resolution Amending Board Policy: 6105 – Authorization to Use Facsimile or

Electronic Signature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

825

A Resolution Amending Board Policy: 7434 – Use of Tobacco . . . . . . 826

A Resolution Rescinding Board Policy: 3215 – Use of Tobacco by Professional

Employees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

827

Revised Report of the Superintendent

Recommendations of the Superintendent of Schools . . . . . . . .

1. Certificated Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 829

2. Civil Service Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 835

Report of the Treasurer

I. Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 841

II. Award of Purchase Orders. . . . . . . . . . . . . 842

III. Then and Now Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . 843

IV. Late Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 844

V. For Board Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 845

VI. Amendment to Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . 845

VII. Settlements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 845

VIII. Request for Proposals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 846

IX. Donations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 847

Inquiries/Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 848

Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 848

Adjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 848

August 13 817 2018

BUSINESS MEETING

The Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Cincinnati, Ohio, met pursuant to its calendar of meetings in the

ILC at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center, 2651 Burnet Avenue, Monday, August 13, 2018 at 7:00 p.m., President

Jones in the chair. The pledge to the flag was led by President Jones.

ROLL CALL

Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Davis, Messer, President Jones (5)

Late Arrival: Member Copeland-Dansby@7:06 p.m. (1)

Early Dismissal: Member Moroski@7:58 p.m. (1)

Absent: None

Superintendent Catherine L. Mitchell was present.

MOTION TO REVISE THE AGENDA TO ADD FIRE & SAFETY DISCUSSION TO BOARD MATTERS

Mr. Messer moved and Mrs. Bates seconded the motion to Revise the Agenda to Add Fire & Safety Discussion to Board Matters be

accepted.

Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Davis, Messer, Moroski, President Jones (6)

Noes: None

President Jones declared the motion carried.

MINUTES APPROVED

Mr. Moroski moved and Mr. Messer second that the minutes of the following meetings be approved without reading, copies of said

minutes having been distributed to members and made available to the public and news media on August 14, 2018.

Special Meeting – August 8, 2018

Business Meeting – August 8, 2018

Passed viva voce.


August 13 818 2018

REPORT OF THE STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENT AND PLANNING COMMITTEE

The Strategic Engagement and Planning Committee (StEP) met on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 4:00 P.M. at the Cincinnati Public

Schools Education Center in Conference Room 1-A.

ATTENDEES

StEP Committee Members

Board Members Eve Bolton, Ericka Copeland-Dansby, Ryan Messer

Olivia Ballard, Michael Beck, Pamela Bowers, David Brenner, Marlena Brookfield, Virginia Corsini, Jasmine Davis, Kent Friel,

Marcia Futel, Kathryne Gardette, Heather Gerker, Carol Gibbs, David Hanper, Kareem Moffett, Betsy Newman, Craig Rozen,

Vanessa White (via conference call), Susan Wilke, Flora Young.

Administration/Staff

Laura Mitchell, Superintendent; Jennifer Wagner, Treasurer; Lauren Worley, Chief Strategic Communications Engagement Officer

Union Representation

Julie Sellers, President, CFT; Milbeth Allen, CFT

Community Members

Kate Eisenpress, Lamont Tubs

Welcome and Introductions

Board member Bolton welcomed the community members. The Committee members then introduced themselves.

Election of Chair

Board member Messer nominated Board members Bolton and Copeland-Dansby to serve as Co-Chairs. Both Ms. Bolton and Ms.

Copeland-Dansby accepted the nomination. Leadership of the Committee will be shared but Chair Copeland-Dansby will focus on

engagement and Chair Bolton will focus on planning and needed liaisons.

Membership Selection Explanation

Committee Co-Chair Bolton explained how the Committee membership was determined. As provided in the Strategic Engagement

and Planning (StEP) Committee Charter, the community members were appointed in a manner consistent with existing practices of

other Committees that include community members after applicants have filed an application, and submitted a cover letter.

The full Board will select and appoint the Steering Committee members from the plenary membership group.

Minutes and Other Shared Documents

Ms. Bolton reviewed with the Committee the information contained in their meeting folders:

StEP Committee – Directory

CPS Brochure – Start Here. Go Far.

CPS Calendars

StEP Committee Charter and Resolution

Board Vision, Mission, Goals, and Resolution

CPS Policy 2255 – Equity and Excellence in Education, and Resolution

CPS Board Bylaws

Ohio’s Strategic Plan for Education: 2019-2024

August 13 819 2018


(cont.)

Current and Continuing District Initiatives

Superintendent Mitchell presented an overview of the initiatives in the District, which included:

Revamping Neighborhood Elementary Schools and Programs Offered at those Schools

Addition of New Schools

High School Initiative – Pathway after Graduation (Employed, Enlisted, Enrolled)

MyTomorrow

ACT Testing

Personal Computers for All Students in Grades 4-12

Technology Initiative – Online and Distant Learning

Mr. Messer stated that the Committee will set goals around initiatives.

Ms. Bolton shared that the StEP Committee will develop a Strategic Plan that reflects the community’s expectations. CPS will then

be positioned for the next generation of students. The time frame or length of the plan has not been determined.

The Committee discussed items that should be highlighted and included in the Strategic Plan, which included these main items:

Vision

Quality Teachers

Workforce Development

How to Pick a School

CPS’ Good News – More Information Shared

Cyber Security

Other Business

Housekeeping

The Committee discussed the next steps and what the process will be to develop the Strategic Plan. The use of a facilitator to guide

the work of the Committee and how to choose that facilitator was discussed.

Information Collecting

In order to help the Committee determine what the Strategic Plan should include, Committee member Messer encouraged Committee

members to look at strategic plans for other school districts.

ACTION: Committee members will research strategic plans for other school districts, and be prepared to discuss at the next

StEP Committee meeting.

ACTION: The Committee will individually do an assets and deficits from their perspective, to determine what needs to be

discussed.

ACTION: The Administration will develop a programming inventory and glossary.

August 13 820 2018


(cont.)

Timeline

ACTION: Mr. Messer recommended doing a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analysis to identify the

internal and external factors that will have an impact on the Strategic Plan.

ACTION: Members will be notified when technology and software is available to do a listing of strengths, weaknesses,

opportunities, threats, and file the information electronically before the next meeting. The data will be available

before the next meeting.

ACTION: Members will share electronically what days and times that they are available once the software and technology

become available.

Notes from the “open dialogue” will be distributed at the next StEP meeting.

The next StEP Committee meeting will be on Tuesday, September 4, 2018, 4:00 p.m.

The meeting adjourned at 6:00 PM.

Ms. Bolton moved that the Report of the Strategic Engagement and Planning Committee be accepted.

Passed viva voce.


ANNOUNCEMENTS/HEARING OF THE PUBLIC

Kudos to:

1. Laura Mitchell, Superintendent - for a successful “Back to School Blast”. It was inspiring to see community leaders on

the same stage as our Superintendent to start off an exciting new school year.

2. Sayler Park School – for organizing a very impressive “Back to School Kick Off”. Community Partners provided

information to the parents to utilize for their preparation in this upcoming school year.

3. Winton Hills Academy – had a wonderful kick off to their “Vision 2020”. Highlights - Staff created a passport to

various stages along the way to get things done as a fun way of interacting with the students/parents. Teachers took

their students from the previous year and introduced them to their new teachers.

4. Paddlefest Organizers, Brewster Rhoads, Chairman and founder – raised over $100,000.00 for the Outdoor Adventure

Clubs of Greater Cincinnati, their mission is “to get more urban teens out into nature for healthy outdoor recreation,

education, and conservation opportunities.

The following persons addressed the Board regarding the topics indicated:

1. Marlena Brookfield Celebrating Fine Arts programming in CPS

2. Lisa French Preschool Promise

3. Peri Brenner Teacher Pay

4. Stephan Pryor Home Economics (Skills for Life)

5. Julie Sellers Charter Schools/Book

August 13 821 2018

PRESENTATIONS

1. Alcohol Waiver at SCPA – Marvin Hawkins, LADD (Living Arrangements for the Developmentally Disabled), Jack Geiger,

Managing Director, OTR (Over the Rhine) International Film Festival

2. Business Advisory Council– Brittney Cousins, Career Based Learning Manager

BOARD MATTERS

1. Board Members Public Communication Practices

2. Board Foot Print and District Expansion

3. Fire & Safety Discussion

A RESOLUTION TO REQUEST A WAIVER FOR ALCOHOL USE

AT THE SCHOOL FOR THE CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS (SCPA)

by (LADD) LIVING ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED

WHEREAS, LADD is a local non-profit that provides housing, employment opportunities, day programs and other life

skills training for people with disabilities; and

WHEREAS, the Cincinnati ReelAbilities Film Festival came to Cincinnati in 2011 and was launched by LADD in 2013;

and

WHEREAS, In 2013, LADD organized the Cincinnati ReelAbilities Film Festival as a biennial celebration of the lives,

stories, and art of people who experience disabilities growing it to the largest film festival in our region; and

WHEREAS, LADD is the sponsor for the Over the Rhine International Film Festival which will be held in Cincinnati,

Ohio, September 26-30, 2018; and

WHEREAS, LADD would like to use SCPA’s auditorium on September 26, 2018 – October 1, 2018 to screen several

films throughout the festival and serve alcoholic beverages to guests and patrons attending movies and special events at the SCPA

site, either in the building or in an inflatable space;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board is authorized in Board Policy 7510 Use of District Facilities and

Property to approve the use of the School for the Creative and Performing Arts for screening of several films throughout the Over the

Rhine International Film Festival on September 26, 2018 – October 1, 2018. The event will be sponsored by LADD. For this event,

the host shall obtain required licensure for alcohol, arrange for the necessary security and obtain insurance satisfactory to the District

for the event.

http://www.laddinc.org/

August 13 822 2018

A RESOLUTION TO REQUEST A WAIVER FOR ALCOHOL USE

AT THE SCHOOL FOR THE CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS (SCPA)

by (LADD) LIVING ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED

(cont.)

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Board of Education approves the request from LADD to serve alcohol

at the Over the Rhine International Film Festival on September 26, 2018 – October 1, 2018.

CINCINNATI BOARD OF EDUCATION

Carolyn Jones, President

Ericka Copeland-Dansby, Vice President

Melanie Bates

Eve Bolton

Ozie Davis III

Ryan Messer

Mike Moroski

Mr. Davis moved and Mrs. Copeland-Dansby seconded the motion A Resolution to Request a Waiver for Alcohol Use at The School

for the Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA) by (LADD) Living Arrangements for the Developmentally Disabled be approved.

Ayes: Members Bates, Copeland-Dansby, Davis, Messer, President Jones (5)

Noes: Member Bolton (1)


REVISED

A RESOLUTION RE-APPOINTING CHRISTINE FISCHER AND LAURA SANREGRET AS CINCINNATI

PUBLIC SCHOOLS PRESCHOOL EXPANSION ORGANIZATION BOARD REPRESENTATIVES

WHEREAS, the Preschool Expansion Organization Board of Managers leads the preschool expansion effort in Cincinnati,

as passed by voters in November 2016 as part of the five-year Cincinnati Public Schools levy; and

WHEREAS, the Preschool Expansion Organization Board of Managers is representative of the community and nominated

by the Board of Education, the Cincinnati Preschool Promise, and the United Way of Greater Cincinnati, and comprised of the

following; and

1. Five (5) individuals nominated by the Board of Education;

2. Five (5) individuals nominated by the Cincinnati Preschool Promise; and

3. Five (5) individuals nominated by the United Way of Greater Cincinnati; and

August 13 823 2018

A RESOLUTION RE-APPOINTING CHRISTINE FISCHER AND LAURA SANREGRET AS CINCINNATI

PUBLIC SCHOOLS PRESCHOOL EXPANSION ORGANIZATION BOARD REPRESENTATIVES

(cont.)

WHEREAS, on July 23, 2018, the Board of Education approved the nomination of one individual from each of the five

organizations or groups listed: Interact for Health, FamiliesFORWARD, NAACP, Cincinnati Federation of Teachers, and a CPS

preschool parent or a CPS parent with preschool experience; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of

Cincinnati re-appoints Christine Fischer and Laura Sanregret as Cincinnati Public Schools Preschool Expansion Organization Board

Representatives serving three-year terms beginning September 1, 2018 and ending August 31, 2021.


Ericka Copeland-Dansby, Vice President

Melanie Bates

Eve Bolton

Ozie Davis III

Ryan Messer

Mike Moroski

Mr. Messer moved and Mrs. Copeland-Dansby seconded the motion A Revised Resolution Re-Appointing Christine Fischer and

Laura Sanregret as Cincinnati Public Schools Preschool Expansion Organization Board Representatives be approved.

Ayes: Members Bates, Bolton, Copeland-Dansby, Davis, Messer, President Jones (6)

Noes: None


A RESOLUTION APPOINTING AN OFFICIAL DELEGATE TO THE

OHIO SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION’S 2018 CAPITAL CONFERENCE

WHEREAS, the Constitution of the Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) provides that membership in the OSBA shall

be open to all public school boards in Ohio; and

WHEREAS, each member board of education shall be entitled to appoint one of its members as a delegate to the annual

meeting, with power to vote as an official delegate;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Board of Education appoints Carolyn Jones as its official

delegate to the OSBA 2018 Capital Conference.


Ericka Copeland Dansby, Vice President

Melanie Bates

Eve Bolton

Ozie Davis III

Ryan Messer

Mike Moroski

August 13 824 2018

A RESOLUTION APPOINTING AN OFFICIAL DELEGATE TO THE

OHIO SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION’S 2018 CAPITAL CONFERENCE

(cont.)

Mrs. Copeland-Dansby moved and Mr. Messer seconded the motion A Resolution Appointing an Official Delegate to The Ohio

School Boards Association’s 2018 Capital Conference be approved.


Noes: None


A RESOLUTION AMENDING BOARD POLICY:

1411 – WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION

WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education is reviewing the existing Board Policies; and

WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education has determined revision of the current Board Policies are in order to make

them consistent with the current state laws and District procedures; and

WHEREAS, Board Policy 1411 – Whistleblower Protection has been reviewed and updated by Administration and the

Cincinnati Board of Education Policy Committee; and

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Board of Education approves Board Policy 1411 –

Whistleblower Protection as written; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of the Cincinnati Public Schools Board Policy 1411 – Whistleblower

Protection will be posted online and be retained on file in the Office of the Board Members, Cincinnati Public Schools Education

Center.

Ryan Messer

Mr. Messer moved and Mr. Davis seconded the motion A Resolution Amending Board Policy: 1411 – Whistleblower Protection be

approved.


Noes: None


August 13 825 2018


1541 – TERMINATION AND RESIGNATION




WHEREAS, Board Policy 1541 – Termination and Resignation has been reviewed and updated by Administration and the

Cincinnati Board of Education Policy Committee; and


Termination and Resignation as written; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of the Cincinnati Public Schools Board Policy 1541 – Termination and

Resignation will be posted online and be retained on file in the Office of the Board Members, Cincinnati Public Schools Education

Center.

Eve Bolton

Ms. Bolton moved and Mrs. Bates seconded the motion A Resolution Amending Board Policy: 1541 – Termination and Resignation

be approved.


Noes: None



6105 – AUTHORIZATION TO USE FACSIMILE OR ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE

WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education’s Finance Committee is reviewing existing Board Policies; and

WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education approves the recommended changes to Board Policy 6105 – Authorization

to Use Facsimile or Electronic Signature from the Finance Committee Meeting held on July 19, 2018; and

WHEREAS, Board Policy 6105 – Authorization to Use Facsimile or Electronic Signature has been reviewed and updated

by Administration and the Board’s Finance Committee; and

August 13 826 2018


6105 – AUTHORIZATION TO USE FACSIMILE OR ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE

(cont.)


Authorization to Use Facsimile or Electronic Signature as written; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of the Cincinnati Public Schools Board Policy 6105 - Authorization to Use

Facsimile or Electronic Signature will be posted online and be retained on file in the Office of the Board Members, Cincinnati Public

Schools Education Center.

Mike Moroski

Mr. Davis moved and Mrs. Bates seconded the motion A Resolution Amending Board Policy: 6105 – Authorization to Use Facsimile

or Electronic Signature be approved.


Noes: None



7434 – USE OF TOBACCO

WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education is reviewing existing Board Policies; and



WHEREAS, Board Policy 7434 – Use of Tobacco has been reviewed and updated by Administration and the Cincinnati

Board of Education Policy Committee; and

WHEREAS, the title of Board Policy 7434 – Use of Tobacco has been reviewed and renamed to Board Policy 7434 –

Prohibition on the Use of Tobacco and Related Products;


Prohibition on the Use of Tobacco and Related Products as written; and

August 13 827 2018


7434 – USE OF TOBACCO

(cont.)

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of the Cincinnati Public Schools Board Policy 7434 – Prohibition on the Use

of Tobacco and Related Products will be posted online and be retained on file in the Office of the Board Members, Cincinnati Public

Schools Education Center.

Melanie Bates

Mrs. Bates moved and Mr. Messer seconded the motion A Resolution Amending Board Policy: 7434 – Use of Tobacco be approved.


Noes: None


A RESOLUTION RESCINDING BOARD POLICY:

3215 – USE OF TOBACCO BY PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES


WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education has determined revision of the current Board Policies is in order to make


WHEREAS, Board Policy 3215 – Use of Tobacco by Professional Employees has been reviewed by the Administration and

the Cincinnati Board of Education Policy Committee; and

WHEREAS, the Policy Committee determined the language in Board Policy 3215 – Use of Tobacco by Professional

Employees is included and duplicative of Board Policy 7434 – Use of Tobacco and is no longer needed; and

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Board of Education rescinds Board Policy 3215 – Use of

Tobacco by Professional Employees.

Melanie Bates

Mrs. Bates moved and Mr. Messer seconded the motion A Resolution Rescinding Board Policy: 3215 – Use of Tobacco By

Professional Employees be approved.


Noes: None


August 13 828 2018

REVISED

RECOMMENDATIONS

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

CINCINNATI PUBLIC SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDATION 1 – CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL

A. RESIGNATION

B. CHANGE IN STATUS

C. APPOINTMENT

D. ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY

E. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT

RECOMMENDATION 2 – CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL

A. RETIREMENT

B. RESIGNATION

C. APPOINTMENT

D. CHANGE IN STATUS


F. PROMOTION

August 13 829 2018

RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL

A. RESIGNATION

(The effective date is the first working day the employee is no longer providing services to the district. This recommendation is being

made because either the employee has completed the term of their employment, or by mutual agreement.)

Debjani Biswas Teacher – Shroder Relocating August 1

Karen S. Fischer Teacher - Hartwell Personal Reasons July 31

Balaganeshwari Kuppusamy Teacher – Western Hills Other Employment August 1

Robert L. Rachel Substitute Teacher Other Employment July 1

B. CHANGE IN STATUS

(A movement from one position to another, but not considered a promotion.)

The Superintendent recommends approval of a change in status for the following. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date

as indicated.

Teacher – Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours)

Beverly L. Lewis $50,716.34 Sub Retiree $126.13

Continuing Contract Status from Limited Contract, effective 2018-19 school year

Kendra Alexander Bianca C. Gay Shakeysa M. Ogletree

James R. Ayers Mary C. Gilligan-Sears Pamela M. Owens

Chyla D. Barner Tiffini C. Gray Patricia J. Peters

Andrea L. Brierly Jessica L. Heheman Marjorie D. Platt

Lisa M. Brokamp William Andrew Houston Jessica Ringshauser

Gail Campbell Brandon W. Huntley Elizabeth A. Roark

Danielle N. Cargile Cherisse N. Johnson Lauren L. Roebuck

Jonathan C. Clark Elizabeth A. Kaye Jennifer L. Rylatt

Teresa N. Cordell Katie A. Kemen Daniel D. Sennett

Casey M. Croslin Erin A. Kernohan Desirae S. Shaw

Brandon D. Digiantonio Steven M. Lewis Shannon L. Silbernagel

Annette M. Dorris Marianne E. Lipschutz Elise Suer

Djuana A. Duncan Chris L. Lord Brynn Caitlin Thomas

Sarah E. Eppert Sonya Renee Mccoy Christina E. Tierney

Elizabeth M. Fecher Kari R. Mellott James N. Vance Sr.

Megan L. Fennema Patricia Brands Miller Jennifer C. Vargas

Kathryn R. Fischer Nathan D. Myers Douglas Patrick Werling

Lauren M. Fisher Lindsey M. Nieberding Anneka A. Wiggins

Thomas Q. Frank Esteler Nju Jasmine N. Wright

Alexa Fulmer Joseph P. O’Flynn

August 13 830 2018

RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)

C. APPOINTMENT

(Marks the beginning of service for newly appointed employees. Personnel actions such as transfers, promotions, changes in

status may occur once an individual is appointed.)

The Superintendent recommends approval of the appointment of the following for the 2017-18 school year, subject to the possession

of a teaching certificate as required by Section 3319.30 of the Ohio School Code and/or the Policies of the Cincinnati Board of

Education. Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date as indicated.

Counselor - Class IV – (Master’s Degree)

William A. McAleenan $52,349.95 July 30

Teacher - Class VI – (Doctorate Degree)

Gerald Beauchamp $65,751.28 August 13

Rachna Mayank Gajjar 53,897.80 August 13

Teacher - Class IV – (Master’s Degree)

Monica Carter $73,313.83 August 13

Devona Jureal Luckey 73,313.83 August 13

William A McAleenan 52,349.95 August 13

Karra McDonnell 73,313.83 August 13

Hannah Mendelson 54,073.24 August 13

Leslie Rickman 73,313.83 August 13

Phillip W. Roebuck 62,218.96 August 13


Anna S. Barnes $44,059.42 August 13

Kayla Paige Cromer 44,059.42 August 13

Tyler John Mallue 44,059.42 August 13

Paris Brittany Morgan 43,331.60 August 13

Molly Seta 44,059.42 August 13

Jennifer Noelle Senft 44,059.42 August 13

Cara S. Thomas 43,331.60 August 13

Cameron J. Vocke 44,059.42 August 13

Teacher – Class II – (Bachelor’s Degree)

Claire Louise Fackel-Darrow $43,331.60 August 13

Ndaya Isabelle Kalubi 47,037.00 August 13

Paris Brittany Morgan 43,331.60 August 13

Helena Polychroniou 43,331.60 August 13

Alexis Taylor Swisher 49,986.16 August 13

Cara S. Thomas 43,331.60 August 13

August 13 831 2018


C. APPOINTMENT (cont.)

Substitute Teacher – Class III – $127.95 per day

Stephanie M Finley Andrew Jackson

In Board proceedings of August 8, 2018, an appointment was approved for Theresa Marie Fox at 60% time. This action should be

corrected to read 100% time.

D. ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY

(Occurs when an employee presents documentation of additional training or experience credit.)

The Superintendent recommends an adjustment of salary for the following persons based on degree or additional credit as indicated.

Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date is as indicated

Psychologist - Class VI – (Master’s Degree plus 45 semester hours)

Shelaina M. Cain To: $88,725.70 From: $84,424.64 August 6

Meghan Crothers 84,005.50 79,701.93 August 6

Kathleen A. Suva 84,005.50 79,701.93 August 6

Anne McNerney Tate 84,005.50 79,701.93 August 6

School Social Worker - Class VI – (Master’s Degree plus 45 semester hours)

Levonne Cummings-Burroughs To: $92,105.40 From: $87,895.70 August 13

Speech Pathologist - Class VI – (Master’s Degree plus 45 semester hours)

Tara K. Jennings To: $79,826.12 From: $75,736.66 August 13

Teacher - Class VI – (Master’s Degree plus 45 semester hours)

Grace Anderson To: $84,311.49 From: $80,224.40 August 13

Ann K. Bak 84,311.49 80,224.40 August 13

Maribeth McElroy Ballard 84,311.49 80,224.40 August 13

James S. Beirne 92,105.40 87,895.70 August 13

Karlene R. Buerger 84,311.49 80,224.40 August 13

Hsiao C. Carey 68,728.90 64,644.19 August 13

Maria C. Chal 57,987.28 53,897.80 August 13

Joe A. Colon 87,210.85 83,123.77 August 13

Evonne Cummings 92,105.40 87,895.70 August 13

Poonam R. Dhamija 92,105.40 87,895.70 August 13

Elaine C. Eckstein 60,583.17 56,498.46 August 13

Tonya Marie Flannery 87,210.85 83,123.77 August 13

Susan M. Grasso 79,826.12 75,736.66 August 13

August 13 832 2018


D. ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY (cont.)

Teacher - Class VI – (Master’s Degree plus 45 semester hours) (cont.)

Nadine Greenslade To: $60,583.17 From: $56,498.46 August 13

Kellie Nycole Hawkins-Hyde 79,826.12 75,736.66 August 13

Dawnetta L. Hayes 84,311.49 80,224.40 August 13

Amy E. Heimkreiter 87,210.85 83,123.77 August 13

Debra S. Hutchinson 79,826.12 75,736.66 August 13

Malaika Huey 79,826.12 75,736.66 August 13

Kimberly E. Johnson 87,210.85 83,123.77 August 13

John C. Jung 84,311.49 80,224.40 August 13

Gail M. Knight 84,311.49 80,224.40 August 13

Mary Kay Kunkel 87,210.85 83,123.77 August 13

Ryan M. Luken 72,059.81 67,970.27 August 13

Sabrina McGill 87,210.85 83,123.77 August 13

Maxine Moore 84,311.49 80,224.40 August 13

Julie M. Neal 87,210.85 83,123.77 August 13

Lana M. Powers 84,311.49 80,224.40 August 13

Monique S. Wallace 84,311.49 80,224.40 August 13

Latishie L. Wodetzki 79,826.12 75,736.66 August 13

Anne McNerney Tate 84,311.49 80,224.40 August 13

Teacher - Class V – (Master’s Degree plus 30 semester hours)

Mary M. Davis To: $83,123.77 From: $80,698.54 August 13

Lois M. Frisa 91,411.52 88,813.62 August 13

Julia M. Hess 80,224.40 77,799.18 August 13

Jeanine D. Jason 80,224.40 77,799.18 August 13

Howard J. Liff 61,664.20 53,897.80 August 13

Jennifer B. Martini 87,895.70 85,397.72 August 13

Charles L. Newton 75,736.66 73,313.83 August 13

Glenda C. Nix 87,895.70 85,397.72 August 13

Eileen A. Pokrzywa Paquette 80,224.40 77,799.18 August 13

June C. Smith 91,411.52 88,813.62 August 13

Jena M. Thacker 75,736.66 73,313.83 August 13

Diane Wendth 87,895.70 85,397.72 August 13

Teacher - Class IV – (Master’s Degree)

Nafisah S. Abdul-Rahim To: $65,549.78 From: $62,218.96 August 13

Ruba A. Al-Serhan 73,313.83 67,737.93 August 13

Nicole Ferry 56,643.09 52,935.32 August 13

Jana M. Miller 49,637.67 45,899.07 August 13

August 13 833 2018


D. ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY (cont.)

Teacher - Class IV – (Master’s Degree) (cont.)

Allison M. Pearce To: $51,474.96 From: $47,037.00 August 13

Ashley J. Randolph 59,241.37 54,424.09 August 13


Adeline J. Matey To: $55,154.28 From: $54,424.09 August 13


(Provides for employment of personnel beyond the work day or contractual work period, and administrators beyond assigned work

period. Examples: workshops, evening school teaching, club sponsorship, coaching, curriculum writing.)

The Superintendent recommends approval of the following additional assignments. Assignment is subject to the possession of

appropriate certification and licensure as required by the Ohio Revised Code and/or Policies of the Cincinnati Board of Education.

Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule as indicated. Funding is from the General Fund and (*) denotes other than General

Fund.

Coordinator Teacher - $37.64 per hour (in-service rate)

New Hire Training – Student Services – (IDEA-B) – 5 hours except as indicated

Anne C. Ashcraft* Elizabeth J Schulte Dorfman* Joelle B. McConnell* 10 hrs

Teacher - $37.64 per hour (extended employment rate)

Assist with Contractual Requirements – Human Resources – 20 hours

Jenifer L. Ambrosius Joelle B. McConnell Stephen J. Sinden

Mary Ann Ellis

Teacher - $36.90 per hour (extended employment rate)

Cross-walking 6C’s & Curriculum Maps – Curriculum – (Fund 19) – hours as indicated

Maria I. Davis* 20 hours Nola Shirley Taylor* 19 hours

Teacher - $32.33 per hour (summer rate)

Find Child Evaluations – Student Services – (IDEA-B) – 5 hours

Mary Rose Kahmann*

Summer School Teacher – Gamble Montessori – hours as indicated

Brandon M. Ogilby 20 hours Gregory A. Oxley 70 hours

Summer School Substitute Teacher – Gamble Montessori – 27 hours

Julia Bauer

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E. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)

Teacher - $32.98 per hour (in-service rate)

Advisory Champions 2017-18 Grades 3-6 – hours as indicated

Lauren G. Anderson 9 hours Nadalee M. Koth 12 hours

Maribeth McElroy Ballard 6 hours Jason A. Leon-Guerrero 6 hours

Janet L. Baxter 9 hours Kendra R. Lewis 6 hours

Emily K. Berkson 9 hours John J. Martella 9 hours

Jason R. Bernstein 6 hours Ashley S. Martinez 3 hours

Stephanie P. Bisher 12 hours Kristi L. May 12 hours

Brenda Lee Boedker 9 hours Crystal M. McFarland 6 hours

Jacqueline M. Bonfield 12 hours Michael P. McGowan 6 hours

Cybil S. Brown 9 hours Amanda Lynn Medellin-Gerst 6 hours

Kayla S. Brunswick 12 hours Megan A. Moore 9 hours

Jared Lamar Ceaser 6 hours Kelly N. Neal 3 hours

Lynn M. Collins 6 hours Christopher J. O Brien 3 hours

Andrew R. Cone 12 hours Sanita C. Richardson 9 hours

Stephanie C. Cooper 3 hours Jamie Suzanne Riester 6 hours

Molly C. Critchell 9 hours Kathie M. Siemer 9 hours

Marquitta V. Curry 3 hours Paulette Maria Simpson 9 hours

Kathryn R. Fischer 12 hours Ashleigh M. Stall 9 hours

Tonya Marie Flannery 3 hours Crystal L. Stuckey 12 hours

Julie J. Frampton 3 hours Tanisha Sysia Taylor 12 hours

William P. Gallup 3 hours Jessica L. Thompson 12 hours

Sharon A. Ginter 6 hours Kristen M. Vogt 3 hours

Kimberly P. Gohs 3 hours Cody C. Walter 9 hours

Nadine Greenslade 12 hours Margaret S. Walters 6 hours

Kirsten Grimsley 15 hours Laura A. Waltz 6 hours

Terry J. Hudepohl 9 hours Lisa M. Whitehead 6 hours

Brandon W. Huntley 12 hours Lisa M. Owens 9 hours

Rebecca A. Jansen-McKinnis 9 hours Erin N. Patterson 3 hours

Monique L. Johnson 6 hours Brenda S. Polis 9 hours

Lisa Marie Jones-Warmack 9 hours Kinah A. Willis 3 hours

Ashley L. Kinamore 6 hours Tisha R. Wimberly-Wheeler 3 hours

Colleen P. Kling 9 hours Jane Zimmerer 9 hours

Home Instructor - $30.09 per hour (extended employment rate) (SWP)

Laura J. Morand* 137 hours

Home Instructor - $30.69 per hour (extended employment rate) (IDEA-B)

Aimee Costandi 30 hours Yolanda Smith 20 hours

Djuana Duncan 18 hours

August 13 835 2018

RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL

A. RETIREMENT

(Indicates that the employee’s application for retirement has been approved by SERS, effective the first day of the month.)

The following employees have made application to the School Employees Retirement System in accordance with the statutes of the

State of Ohio.

Margaret Frederick Level 1 Building Engineer January 1, 2019

Dennis R. McGrath Alarm Installer/Repairman January 1, 2019

Rosemary Noppert Paraprofessional August 1, 2018

B. RESIGNATION

(Results from the employee submitting a separation of service form delineating the reason(s) for leaving the district. The effective

date is the first working day the employee is no longer providing services to the district.)

The following resignations have been received to be effective on the dates indicated.

Shantell N. Hankerson Paraprofessional Other Employment August 14

Daniel Jenkins Paraprofessional Study August 14

Kelly Gordillo-Guerrero Paraprofessional Other Employment August 7

Patricia J.McIntyre Paraprofessional Other Employment August 7

Tiffany Nichole Rudd Paraprofessional Personal Reasons August 14

Laura Page Seck Paraprofessional Other Employment August 14

Debra A. Simonson Auxiliary Clerk Personal Reasons August 6

Julie A. Wolf Auxiliary Clerk Personal Reasons August 6

Sharon L. Watkins Paraprofessional Other Employment August 14

Katie White Paraprofessional Other Employment August 14

Samuel J. Zachary Paraprofessional Other Employment August 14

C. APPOINTMENT

The Superintendent recommends the appointment of the following on the dates indicated and at the appropriate rate of pay calculated

pursuant to the current salary schedule. These appointments are in compliance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Positions

involving co-curricular activities were filled in compliance with Section 3313.53 of O.R.C. Funding is from the General Fund, except

as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*). Effective date as indicated.

Career Based Learning Specialist – 261 day

Andrea Newbill Hicks $61,334.57 Curriculum August 28

August 13 836 2018

RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.)

C. APPOINTMENT (cont.)

Employment Specialist – 261 day

Philip M. Gibert $61,334.57 Curriculum August 20

Travis J. Rowley 61,334.57 Curriculum August 31

Paraprofessional (Unclassified)

Jeffrey Cargile, Sr. $16.35 hr. Douglass August 14

Alijah Davis $15.85 hr. North Avondale August 14

Ashley Jacobs $16.82 hr. Sands Montessori August 14

Delanda M. Walker $15.43 hr. North Avondale August 14

School Community Coordinator (Unclassified)

Nicolette Marksberry $22.97 hr. Sands August 14

Substitute Paraprofessional

Sienna Elizabeth Condy $15.85 hr. Various August 14

Alijah Davis $15.43 hr. Various August 14

Katherine Lee Neace $15.85 hr. Various August 14

Security Assistant 2 (Unclassified)

John Washington $15.66 hr. Sands August 13

Substitute Security Assistant 1

Terri Wheeler $13.20 hr. Various August 14

D. CHANGE IN STATUS

(A movement from one position to another, but not considered a promotion.)

The Superintendent recommends approval of a change in status for the following. Funding is from the General Fund, except as

otherwise noted by an asterisk (*).

Paraprofessional (Unclassified) From:

Robert L. Rachel $15.85 hr. Gamble Substitute Teacher $17.92 hr. August 14


(Provides for employment of personnel beyond the work day or contractual work period. Examples: club sponsorship, coaching.)

The Superintendent recommends approval of the following additional assignments. Positions involving co-curricular activities were

filled in compliance with Section 3313.53 of O.R.C. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*).

August 13 837 2018

RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.)

E. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)

The following are recommended for a stipend to for the 2017-18 school year.

ESL Coordinator – hours as indicated

Anita C. Allen 150.00 Carnie H. Glover 465.00

Gerald A. Crawford 165.00 Krushawna M. Harper 360.00

F. PROMOTION

(Indicates that the employee is being recommended for a position with greater compensation and responsibilities.)

The Superintendent recommends approval of a promotion for the following. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise

noted by an asterisk (*). Effective date as indicated.

Accounting Operations Supervisor – 261 day From:

Kimberly A. Hughes Treasurer’s Office $81,777.40 August 14 Sr Executive Sec. $30.94 hr.

Executive Secretary to the Superintendent (Unclassified) From:

Joan M. Diehl $31.58 Superintendent’s Office Sr Executive Sec. $30.94 hr. August 14

Paraprofessional (Unclassified) From:

Kristi O’Shea $16.35 hr. Parker Woods Sub Paraprofessional $15.43 hr. August 14

School Community Coordinator (Unlassified) From:

Angela Lyman Sands $22.97 hr. August 14 Paraprofessional $16.12 hr.

Catherine L. Mitchell

Superintendent of Schools

Mrs. Copeland-Dansby moved and Mr. Messer seconded the motion that The Revised Report of the Superintendent be approved.


Noes: None


August 13 838 2018

REPORT OF THE TREASURER

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. AGREEMENTS

II. AWARD OF PURCHASE ORDERS

III. THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES

IV. LATE REQUESTS

V. FOR BOARD INFORMATION

VI. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENTS

VII. SETTLEMENTS

VIII. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

IX. DONATIONS

August 13 839 2018


Fund Legend

Fund # Fund Description Purpose

001 General Fund Set of accounts used to show all ordinary operations of a school

system, generally all transaction which do not have to be accounted for in

another fund.

003 Permanent Improvement Fund provided to account for all transactions related to the acquiring, construction,

or improving of such permanent improvements as are authorized by Chapter 5705,

Ohio Revised Code.

006 Food Services Fund used to record financial transactions related to food service

operations.

007 Special Trust The special trust fund may be classified as a special revenue, permanent, or a

private purpose trust fund. A special revenue fund should be used if the original

contributions can be expended for school district programs. A permanent fund

should be used if the only the earnings on the original proceeds can be expended

and not the principal. If the original contribution, whether required to be kept

intact or not, and the earnings do not support the school district's programs, then

the fund will be classified as a private purpose trust fund.

018 Public School Support Fund provided to account for specific local revenue sources, other than taxes or

expendable trust (i.e. profits from vending machines, sales of pictures, etc.), that

are restricted to expenditures for specified purposes approved by board

resolution. Such expenditures may include curricular and extra-curricular

related purchase.

019 Other Grants Fund used to account for the proceeds of specific revenue sources, except for

State and Federal grants) that are legally restricted to expenditures for

specified purposes.

021 Intra District Service Fund A fund to account for functions that provide goods or services to other areas

within the school district. Intra-district functions could include central

warehousing and purchasing and central data processing.

024 Employee Benefits Self

Insurance

A fund provided to account for monies received from other funds as payment for

providing medical, hospitalization, life, dental, vision, or any other similar

employee benefits. The Employee Benefits Self- Insurance Fund may make

payments for services provided to employees, for reimbursements to employees

who have paid providers, to third party administrators for claim payment or

administration, for stop-loss coverage or for any other reinsurance or other

similar purposes.

034 Classroom Facilities

Maintenance

A fund used to account for the proceeds of a levy for the

maintenance of facilities.

300 District Managed Student

Activity

Fund provided to account for those student activity programs which have

student participation in the activity but do not have student management of

the programs. This fund would usually include athletic programs but could

also include the band, cheerleaders, flag corps, and other similar types of

activities.

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(cont.)

Fund Legend (cont.)

Fund # Fund Description Purpose

401 Auxiliary Services A fund used to account for monies which provide services and materials to pupils

attending non-public schools within the school district.

499 Miscellaneous State Grant A fund used to account for various monies received from state agencies which are

not classified elsewhere. A separate special cost center must be used for each grant.

516 IDEA Part B Special

Education

Grants to assist states in providing an appropriate public education to

all children with disabilities.

525 Project Head Start To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development

of low income children, including children on federally recognized reservations

and children of migratory farm workers, through the provision of comprehensive

health, educational, nutritional, social and other services; and to involve parents

in their children's learning and to help parents make progress toward their

educational, literacy and employment goals.

536 Title I School Improvement

Stimulus A To help schools improve the teaching and learning of children failing, or most at

risk of failing to meet challenging State academic achievement standards.

551 Title III – Limited English

Proficiency

Funds to develop and carry out elementary and secondary school programs,

including activities at the pre-school level, to meet the educational needs of

children of limited English proficiency. These programs provide structured

English language instruction, with respect to the years of study to which the

program is applicable, and instruction in the child's native language to the extent

necessary to allow a child to achieve competence in English. The instruction must

incorporate the cultural heritage of these children and of other children in

American society. The instruction must be, to the extent necessary, in all courses

or subjects of study which will allow a child to meet grade promotion and

graduation standards.

572 Title I – Disadvantaged

Children/Targeted

Assistance

To provide financial assistance to State and Local educational agencies to

meet the special needs of educationally deprived children. Included are the

Even Start and Comprehensive School Reform programs.

587 IDEA Preschool Grant The Preschool Grant Program, Section 619 of Public Law 99 -457, addresses

the improvement and expansion of services for students with disabilities, ages

three (3) through five (5) years.

598 Schoolwide Building

Program

The purpose of this bulletin is to inform you of the creation of a Schoolwide

Building Program Fund. The Schoolwide Building Program Fund allows for the

pooling of Federal, State, and local funds to be used to upgrade the overall

instructional program of a school building where at least 40 percent of children

are from low-income families.

590 Improving Teacher

Quality

A fund used to account for monies to hire additional classroom teachers in grades

1 through 3, so that the number of students per teacher will be reduced.

August 13 841 2018


(cont.)

I. AGREEMENTS

That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with the following Vendors/Consultants:

Vendor/Consultant Name Amount Not to Exceed Agreement Dates

Asst. Supt Leadership Dev

(A.) University of Cincinnati $79,500.00 8/28/2018 – 5/24/2019

Funding Source: General Fund

Purpose:

Lease agreement with the University of Cincinnati for the use of the Fifth Third Arena for the 2019 through 2023 high school

graduations.

A $10,000.00 deposit payment was paid in April 2018. The balance of the lease payment for 2019 is $79,500.00.

This is the 1st

year of a 5 year agreement.

Student Services

(B.) Lighthouse Youth Services Inc $300,000.00 8/15/2018 – 6/28/2019


Purpose:

To provide one on one individual aide services, tutoring, and monitoring student’s behavior to ensure student’s safety

during the 2018-19 school year. CPS agrees to terms of August 15, 2018 – June 28, 2019. The cost for the services is not

to exceed $300,000.00.

Talent Development

(C.) Infinite Potential $42,000.00 8/14/2018 – 6/30/2019


Purpose:

To seek specialize services to formalize a cohesive talent development strategy and build a new talent team.

August 13 842 2018


(cont.)

I. AGREEMENTS (cont.)

That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with the following Vendors/Consultants:


Facilities

(D.) Elevar Design Group $600,750.00 8/14/2018 – 6/30/2019

Funding Source: Permanent Improvement Fund 003 using the anticipated $10M payment from FC Cincinnati.

Purpose:

To provide professional design services for the new Stargel Stadium.

II. AWARD OF PURCHASE ORDER(S)

The Treasurer recommends approval be given for the following purchase orders, charged to the appropriate fund:

Vendor/Consultant Name Amount Not to Exceed

Facilities, Security & Food

(A.) Southeastern Equipment Co Inc $54,952.00


Explanation:

Facilities - Kobelco SK55SRX Mini Excavator with 2-13 Rubber Tracks 3-01 Standard Mono Boom, 4-05 long Arm 6'3' with

Thumb Bracket and Bucket.

August 13 843 2018


(cont.)

III. THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATE(S)

That the Treasurer be authorized to pay the following Then and Now Certificates:

Vendor/Consultant Name Amount CPS Location

(A.) Hightowers Petroleum Co. Inc. $456,858.77 Transportation


Purpose of Purchase:

Then & Now purchase order for Fiscal Year 2018.

(B.) Sorta Inc. $308,007.00 Transportation



Then & Now purchase order for 2016-2017 Metro.

(C.) The College Board $180,669.69 Curriculum



2016 Outstanding Balance for Elementary.

(D.) PNC Card $3,728.00 ITM Management

Funding Source: Improving Teacher Quality Fund


Lodging for Blended Learning Teachers Professional Development.

August 13 844 2018


(cont.)

IV. LATE REQUESTS

That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with the following Vendors/Consultants. Vendor/Consultant

Name Amount Not to Exceed Agreement Dates

ITM Management

(A.) UiPath Inc. $40,000.00 7/1/2018 – 6/30/2019


Purpose:

To provide Robotic Process Automation technology to allow configuration of computer software or “robot” to emulate and

integrate within digital systems.

Public Affiars

(B.) Xavier University $28,500.00 8/9/2018 – 12/31/2018


Purpose:

To provide services to assist with community engagement to expand High School options.

Student Services

(C.) HCESC - $1,555,572.00 8/1/2018 – 6/28/2019

Hamilton County Educational Service Center

Funding Source: IDEA, Part B Spec Ed of H.C. Fd

Purpose:

Hamilton County Educational Service Center to provide specialized instruction services, OT/PT/SLP, staff development,

consultants, preschool and school age special education consultation to the department of Student Services during the

2018-19 school year.

August 13 845 2018


(cont.)

V. FOR BOARD INFORMATION

That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with the following Vendors/Consultants.


Pleasant Ridge Montessori ES

(A.) Imago $15,250.00 8/1/2018 – 6/30/2019

Funding Source: Other Grant Fund

Purpose:

To Provide Outdoor Education Instruction to offer quality curriculum-enhancing outdoor education lessons centering

around garden activities.

VI. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENTS

Vendor/Consultant Name Amount

(A.) Activities Beyond the Classroom $280,000.00



Amendment#1 to add additional funds for Safety.

VII. SETTLEMENTS

That the Treasurer be authorized to approve settlement to the following Vendor(s)/Consultant(s):

Vendor/Consultant Name Amount Not to Exceed

General Counsel

(A.) Perry Davis Jr., Co., LPA $7,500.00


Purpose:

Settlement of a legal matter.

August 13 846 2018


(cont.)

VIII. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

A. On Friday, August 3, 2018 bids for Fresh Fruits & Vegetable Program(#2018FSFFVP002) were opened and

read by the Purchasing Department.

Proposals Due: Friday, August 3, 2018

Publication Date: Wednesday, July 25, 2018

Awarded: Creation Gardens has been awarded the RFP for the management and delivery of Fresh Fruit & Vegetable

products to various district site locations.

Amount: $823,725 Funding:

Fund 006 Department: Food

Services

Bid Tabulation and Award – see Attachment (1)

B. On Wednesday, July 11, 2018 bids for District Fuel (#2018TDDF002) were opened and read by the Purchasing

Department.

Proposals Due: Friday, June 22, 2018

Publication Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Awarded: Hightowers Fuel has been awarded the RFP provide Regular Unleaded Gasoline, No. 2 Ultra Low

Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) and Liquid Propane Fuel (LP) for both tank and wet- hose fueling.

Amount: $2,896,590.00 Funding:

Fund 001 Department:

Transportation

Bid Tabulation and Award – see Attachment (2)

August 13 847 2018


(cont.)

IX. DONATIONS

That record is made of a donation from the following Donors:

Donor Name Amount Location Funding Source &

Description

(A.) Kroger $10,000.00 LEAP Academy Fund 018 – Public

School Support

Purpose: To support the school in increasing parent involvement and assist with resources for the students of LEAP Academy.

Jennifer M. Wagner

Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer

Mrs. Copeland-Dansby moved and Mr. Messer seconded the motion that The Report of the Treasurer be approved.


Noes: None


BID TABULATION

Attachment #1

RFP Title:

Food Services - Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program

Naming Convention: 2018FSFFVP002 RFP Release Date: Wednesday, July 25, 2018

RFP Close Date: Friday, August 3, 2018

PRICE QUOTE (Total Value)

Creation Gardens $761,428.00

Score Ranking % 83.00%

DNO Produce

$898,294.00

Score Ranking % 61.00%

AWARD:

Creation Gardens

FUND: 006

Buyer: David Rineair

Date: 08/06/2018

BID TABULATION Attachment #2 RFP Title: District Fuel Naming Convention: 2018TDDF002 RFP Post Date Friday, June 22, 2018 RFP Response Date Wednesday, July 11, 2018

PRICE QUOTE

Lykins Fuel $38,725,780.00

Hightowers Petroleum

$2,896,590.00

AWARD:

Hightowwers

FUND: General 001

August 13 848 2018

INQUIRIES/UPDATES

Upcoming events:

1. Lauren Worley, Chief Strategic Communications Engagement Officer – Mrs. Mitchell, Superintendent schedule was

finalized for the “Back to School” activities. All four local TV stations will be doing live coverage from four different

schools starting at 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 15th

. We will have various administration at the 63 other schools and

would like to request that board members be present at one of the locations that are having live coverage. Mrs. Worley

will circulate a list of the locations with live coverage to the board members to sign up. We will visit the rest of the Vision

2020 3.0 schools on Thursday, August 16th

.

2. Mr. Messer, Board Member – a parent at Sayler Park brought to my attention that she was told there would be 38 students

in her daughter’s classroom until October. What is the process in determining teacher per pupil allocation? Mrs. Mitchell

will provide a written response.

ASSIGNMENTS

Please note the following assignments:

1. Administration – provide data to the board relating to the Fire & Safety proposed charter amendment before next meeting.

2. Administration – present a presentation on the district’s global safety plan at the next Wednesday board meeting.

3. Administration –provide a timeline and communication to the community for the work that will be done on the Mercy site.

4. Facilities – provide board members with a new laminated parking pass for their vehicles.

5. General Counsel – to insure the makeup and charter of the Business Advisory Council in compliant with the Ohio Revised

Code and the board’s responsibilities.

6. Board – to determine the process for appointing members to the Business Advisory Council. Mrs. Copeland-Dansby

volunteered to serve on the council.

7. Administration – provide an update on the safety schoology page.

8. Administration – leadership to review the SCPA International Film Festival arrangements.

ADJOURNMENT

The Board adjourned at 9:29 p.m.

Jennifer M. Wagner

Treasurer/CFO