1/22/24 Regular Board Meeting

1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Dustin Williams, President

2. CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL:
Mr. Cook

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Present:

Mr. Dustin Williams

Mr. Larry Kisabeth

Dr. Meagan McBride

Mr. Victor Perez

Mrs. Heidi Stephey

 


3. ADOPT THE AGENDA

The Board members, including the administration, will review the agenda. The Board must approve any additions, deletions, or corrections.

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As presented, no corrections.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member

Seconded: Larry Kisabeth, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Dustin Williams, Board MemberX  
Victor Perez, Board MemberX  
Dr. Meagan McBride, Board MemberX  
Larry Kisabeth, Board MemberX  
Heidi Stephey, Board MemberX  

4. RECOGNITIONS

School Board Recognition Month

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Mr. Richards thanked the Board of Education for the wonderful work they do in their selfless roles.  He expressed his gratitude for each board member.


5. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:

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Mr. Ben Richards said, continuing the the discussion from the special meeting/work session, the district has a lot of needs, one of which is curriculum.  Discussion ensued regarding the lack of a program committee which, in the past, has ensured thorough review of materials, as well as replacement on a cycle. 

Mr. Perez spoke about specific materials he feels are outdated and questioned whether there are funds allocated for curriculum.  Dr. McBride questioned the message the district sends when teachers are not given appropriate and adequate curriculum.  Mrs. Stephey said that placing blame may not be helpful, but the district does need to look at how long curriculum has been unattended to and how we got where we are.  She said curriculum needs to be addressed annually.  Dr. McBride stressed the importance she places in putting curriculum higher on the priority list than some other expenditures being discussed.

Mr. Richards stated the district could write a check tomorrow and purchase all the necessary curriculum, but noted that other important things would then have to be put on hold.  He said there is a need to prioritize the district's needs.  He stated that in some circumstances, permanent improvement funds can be used for curriculum.  Mr. Richards said there is a need to have robust conversations about all the needs of the district.  Dr. McBride and Mr. Perez expressed the need to have a better understanding of the district's curriculum deficits and then to get a plan in place to address those needs.

Mr. Richards said that with conversation around a bond issue, there will need to be discussion of property the district owns.  Conversation was had about the district exploring options to no longer own the 82 acre lot to the south of Tiffin.


6. OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE BOARD:

Per Board Policy BDDH: Each person addressing the Board shall give his/her name and address. If several people wish to speak, each person is allotted three minutes until the total time of 30 minutes is used. During that period, no person may speak twice until all who desire to speak have had the opportunity to do so. The period of public participation may be extended by a vote of the majority of the Board, present and voting.
Persons wishing to submit comment can do so by emailing tcs_boardcomments@tiffincityschools.org. The meeting will be publicly available via Facebook.

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None.


7. CONSENT AGENDA:

The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the consent agenda: Items 6.1through 6.9.Action by the Board of Education in Adoption of the Consent Agenda means that all VI items are adopted by one single motion unless a member of the Board or the Superintendent requests that any such item be removed from the consent agenda and voted upon separately. Employments, where applicable, are contingent upon 1) Verification of education and experience; 2) Proof of proper certification/licensure; 3) Favorable results from a criminal records check.

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Larry Kisabeth, Board Member

Seconded: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Dustin Williams, Board MemberX  
Victor Perez, Board MemberX  
Dr. Meagan McBride, Board MemberX  
Larry Kisabeth, Board MemberX  
Heidi Stephey, Board MemberX  

7.1 Approve Minutes

The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the following minutes, as exhibited:


12/18/23 Special Meeting/Work Session Minutes

12/18/23 Regular Meeting Minutes

1/8/24 Organizational Meeting Minutes

Minutes

Result: Approved


7.2 Approve Treasurer's Report

The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Treasurer's reports, as exhibited.

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Result: Approved


7.3 Approve Committee Reports

The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Committee Reports, as exhibited.

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Result: Approved


7.4 Employ Professional Staff 2023-2024

The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Professional Staff:
 

Substitute Teacher

Micah Rettig

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Result: Approved


7.5 Employ Support Staff 2023-2024

The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Support Staff:
 

Special Needs Aide

Molly Zender, Step 0, 6.5 hours/day, 154 days

Substitute Educational Aide

Lindsey Price

Support Staff Changes

Kylee Beard, Library Paraprofessional, Step 3, 7 hours/day, 190 days, beginning 1/4/2024

Angie Clouse, Secretary, Step 14, 255 days, beginning 1/16/2023

Pupil Activity Volunteer

Garritt Prenzlin, Basketball, Boys' Varsity Volunteer

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Result: Approved


7.6 Donations and Grants

The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following donations:


District

Ameriwood donated 30 boxes of paper valued at $750.00.

Columbian High School

The White Family Charitable Fund granted $37,742.00 to the Art Department for the purchase of display cases.

Leonard Donaldson donated $50.00 to the Columbian Quiz Bowl Team in memory of Gail Schreiner and John Bowen.

Tiffin Middle School

Tiffin Lions Club donated 45 dozen popcorn balls for students, valued at $220.00.

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Result: Approved


7.7 Stipends

The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education pay the following stipends, upon certified completion of duties:

Assistant Director of Student Services, $5,000/semester, beginning 1/3/2024

Molly Armstrong

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Result: Approved


7.8 Statement of Purpose Budget Reports 2023-2024

The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve Statement of Purpose Budget Report(s) from the following student activity groups for the year beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024:
 

Fund 300 SCC 9901 Columbian Baseball

Fund 300 SCC 998 TMS Power of the Pen

Fund 300 SCC 9901 Columbian Baseball

Minutes

Result: Approved


8. ACTION ITEMS:

8.1 Approve District Calendar 2024-2025

As exhibited.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member

Seconded: Heidi Stephey, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Dustin Williams, Board MemberX  
Victor Perez, Board MemberX  
Dr. Meagan McBride, Board MemberX  
Larry Kisabeth, Board MemberX  
Heidi Stephey, Board MemberX  

8.2 Adopt Lease-Purchase Resolution for Track

As exhibited.

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Mr. Kisabeth moved, seconded by Mr. Perez, to approve item 8.2.  During discussion of the resolution, Mr. Williams motioned, seconded by Dr. McBride, to remove item 8.2 from consideration.  Voting no:  Mr. Williams, Dr. McBride, Mr. Perez, Mrs. Stephey, and Mr. Kisabeth.  The motion to remove the item failed.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Larry Kisabeth, Board Member

Seconded: Victor Perez, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Dustin Williams, Board MemberX  
Victor Perez, Board MemberX  
Dr. Meagan McBride, Board MemberX  
Larry Kisabeth, Board MemberX  
Heidi Stephey, Board MemberX  

9. BOARD DISCUSSION:

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Mr. Perez stated that consistent with what had been said, he liked the conversation that had taken place because it reminded the board of its responsibility to prioritize education and curriculum.  He said the board needs to know what the public wants the district to provide, enriching opportunities such as the TMS STEM Fair or just the bare minimum?


10. ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Hold an Executive Session for one or more of the following matters to:
X a. consider the appointment___, employment X, dismissal___, discipline___, promotion___, demotion___, or compensation_____ of a public employee(s) or official(s)___, or consider the investigations of charges or complaints against a public employee(s)___, official(s), licensee(s) or "regulated individual(s)"___; unless the person(s) being investigated of charges or complaints requests a public hearing;
_____ b. consider the purchase or sale of public property if the public interest would be hurt by the premature disclosure of the information;
_____ c. confer with the public body's attorney for the purpose of considering disputes if a court action concerning the dispute is either pending or imminent;
_____ d. prepare for, conduct, or review negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees;
_____ e. consider matters required by federal laws, or rules, or state statutes to be kept confidential;
_____ f. consider specialized details of security arrangements if the information could be used for criminal purposes.
_____ g. no action taken.
Time in:

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Time in:  8:13 p.m.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Larry Kisabeth, Board Member

Seconded: Heidi Stephey, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Dustin Williams, Board MemberX  
Victor Perez, Board MemberX  
Dr. Meagan McBride, Board MemberX  
Larry Kisabeth, Board MemberX  
Heidi Stephey, Board MemberX  

11. EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION

Return to open session.
Time out:

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Time out:  10:06 p.m.


12. ADJOURNMENT

The Board business meeting is concluded.
Meeting started:
Meeting ended:

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Meeting started:  6:30 p.m.

Meeting ended:  10:06 p.m.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Victor Perez, Board Member

Seconded: Larry Kisabeth, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Dustin Williams, Board MemberX  
Victor Perez, Board MemberX  
Dr. Meagan McBride, Board MemberX  
Larry Kisabeth, Board MemberX  
Heidi Stephey, Board MemberX  

12.1 Next Regular Meeting

The next regular meeting will be February 26, 2024 at 6:30 PM in the Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium.


13. 412 CERTIFICATE

CERTIFICATE
Section 5705.412, RC
IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED that the TIFFIN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION, SENECA COUNTY, OHIO, to adopt any appropriation measure, make any qualifying contract, or increase during any school year any wage or salary schedule shown above, has in effect the authorization to levy taxes including the renewal or replacement of existing levies which, when combined with the estimated revenue from all other sources available to the district at the time of certification, are sufficient to provide the operating revenues necessary to enable the district to maintain all personnel and programs for all the days set forth in its adopted school calendars for the current fiscal year and for a number of days in succeeding fiscal years equal to the number of days instruction was held or is scheduled for the current fiscal year, as required by Section 5705.412.
TIFFIN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
By
President, Board of Education
By
Treasurer
By
Superintendent of Schools