Regular Meeting Poland Board of Education held July 19, 2021 The Regular meeting of the Poland Board of Education was held on Monday, July 19, 2021, at 6:00 p.m., in the Dobbins Board Room, 3030 Dobbins Road, Poland, Ohio 44514 President, Mr. Riddle called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Members present for roll call and answering their names were Ms. Colucci, Dr. Dinopoulos, Mr. Polis, Mr. Riddle, and Mr. Warren. Pledge of Allegiance PUBLIC PARTICIPATION • Elinor Zedaker – 70 Poland Manor – Remarks of appreciation to Dr. Holland, thanking him for his leadership during his time as Interim Superintendent of the Poland Schools. SUPERINTENDENT’S COMMENTS – Dr. Edwin Holland ● ESSER III Public Comments – Dr. Holland discussed and reviewed ESSER III regarding anticipated expenditures. The district has not received any public comments or concerns at this point regarding the tentative expenditures planned with the use of American Rescue Plan Funds. Initiatives seem to be supported by the community. ● Building Renovation Update – Dr. Holland discussed the following: - Projects regarding moving of students due to the closing of Union are on schedule. - PSHS Track repairs have been made and resurfacing is being scheduled. - Bus Access Road is being planned. - New Softball Field process is moving forward and bidding should be taking place soon. - PSHS New Classrooms well underway. Drywall and painting is currently taking place. - Custodial staff and summer crew have been phenomenal with all of the moving and cleaning taking place. - PMS/McKinley classroom painting will be scheduled beginning in the fall and done in phases. - New Boiler Project progressing nicely. Scheduled to be completed before heating season. - New PMS Air Handling System Project is progressing nicely. Will improve airflow and filtration for staff and students. - Staff members have received their assignments. This occurred later than normal due to late resignations and district realignment. -Transportation Department is currently analyzing software to improve routing efficiency. - PMS/McKinley Bleacher Demolition Project being approved tonight. Resurfacing at that location will be forthcoming. Plaques have been removed and will be housed at the Poland Historical Society. ● COVID Related Topics and Opening of School – Dr. Holland discussed the following: - District has done a tremendous job dealing with the COVID challenges. - State Emergency Plans have been removed. - The plan is to return to normal. Masks are optional. Majority of staff have been vaccinated. - Clarification NO clear book bags, if children have them it is fine, not necessary. - Plan is for students to eat breakfast and lunch in the cafeteria. Approval of Consent Agenda – Resolution #2021-149 Moved by Dr. Dinopoulos, seconded by Mr. Warren to approve the following consent agenda items: Treasurer/CFO Requests of Consent: Janet Muntean 1. The Board approve the Minutes of Regular Board Meeting of June 21, 2021, Special Board Meeting of June 18, 2021 and June 29, 2021. 2. The Board approve the Financial Report of June 2021 as submitted. Superintendent’s Requests of Consent: Dr. Edwin Holland 1. The Board approve the following non-teaching personnel to be placed on the approved list for the 2021-22 school year, substitute basis only, according to the wage rate for the assignment designated; all required reports are on file. Bus Driver Substitutes Lawn Crew Substitutes Paul Cubick (Field Trips Only) David Smercansky John Martin Larry Griffis Ken Hartzell Richard Johnson Denise Hartzell Carl Booksing Laurie Woolley Daniel Shipley James Girts Douglas Wilson Joe Colella (Van Only) Porter/Custodial Substitutes Cafeteria Substitutes Mary Chaszeyka Ashley Buck David Smercansky Janet Donnadio Ashley Buck Mary Carchedi Hannah Masucci Olivia Spencer Jordan Varkonda Jason Velasquez Alexa Granitto Mackenzie Kempers Secretarial and Monitor Substitutes Nurse Substitute Lori Castro Theresa Rapp Janet Donnadio Susan DePerro Victoria Wellington Claire Testa Carol D’Alesio Mackenzie Kempers 2. The Board acknowledge the following employees for FMLA according to PEA Contract Article 4.91. Leaves have tentative return dates with proper release to return to work is required. Alyssa Patrick - Tentatively August 18, 2021 to September 10, 2021. 3. The Board approve the following certified contact personnel on a limited contract for the 2021/2022 school year: Thomas Pavlansky - PSHS 7-12 Social Studies 4. The Board approve to increase the hourly pay rate to $20.00 per hour effective July 1, 2021 for On-Board Instructors (OBI) for Transportation personnel. 5. The Board approve up to 4 days at per diem rate for Wendy Butch, Middle School for district due to Covid and realignment beyond their 2020-2021 contractual days. 6. The Board approve Korisa Walton to return from unpaid leave of absence for the 2021- 2022 school year. 7. The Board approve Andrea Tekac to return from unpaid leave of absence for the 2021- 2022 school year. 8. The Board approve the preschool packet regarding rates for the 2021-2022 school year. 9. The Board accept the resignation of classified employee, Jeanette Medina, Poland Middle School/McKinley Elementary secretary. Effective August 1, 2021. 10. The Board approve the following Summer School Aides, for the summer of 2021, for extended school year services as identified in the individual child’s IEP on an as needed basis at the rate of $12.50 per hour. Paul White - Summer School Aide (Effective: 7/1/2021) END OF CONSENT AGENDA Roll call, all members voted yes, consent agenda approved. Motion Passed 5-0. SUPERINTENDENT’S REQUESTS/RECOMMENDATIONS - Not included in Consent Agenda: Approval to Renew Agreement with Final Forms for FY22 – Resolution #2021-150 Mr. Polis moved and Dr. Dinopoulos seconded with all members present voting aye to approve the Renewal Agreement with Final Forms for district and athletic data collection compliance and safety forms for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion passed 5-0. Approval of Contract with MCCTC for CBI for FY22 – Resolution #2021-151 Ms. Colucci moved and Mr. Warren seconded with all members present voting aye to approve the contract between Poland Local School District and MCCTC regarding Brian Jones, teacher, who will teach students through Career Based Intervention (CBI) on behalf of MCCTC for the 2021-2022 school year and shared teaching services at PSHS. Motion passed 5-0. Approval of Workmed for FY22 – Resolution #2021-152 Mr. Polis moved and Ms. Colucci seconded with all members present voting aye to approve Workmed as the approved facility for physicals/drug testing for the Transportation Department for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion passed 5-0. Approval to Renew Contract with WORKS International – Resolution #2021-153 Dr. Dinopoulos moved and Mr. Polis seconded with all members present voting aye to renew the contract with WORKS International (Public School Safety Program) for the 2021-2022 school year. Motion passed 5-0. Approval to Increase Progress Book Supplemental Rates – Resolution #2021-154 Dr. Dinopoulos moved and Mr. Warren seconded with all members present voting aye to increase the supplemental rates for Progress Book from 4% to 6% due to the increased amount of work with the reorganization. Motion passed 5-0. Approval of MCESC Contract for Communication and Marketing Services for FY22 – Resolution #2021-155 Dr. Dinopoulos moved and Mr. Polis seconded with all members present voting aye to approve a contract with MCESC to provide communication and marketing services for the 2021- 2022 school year. Motion passed 5-0. Approval of Resignation of Interim Superintendent – Resolution #2021-156 Dr. Dinopoulos moved and Ms. Colucci seconded with all members present voting aye to accept the resignation of Dr. Edwin Holland as Interim Superintendent of Poland Local Schools, effective August 1, 2021. Motion passed 5-0. Approval of Contract with Murphy Contracting for Baird Mitchell Demo – Resolution #2021-157 Dr. Dinopoulos moved and Mr. Warren seconded with all members present voting aye to approve a contract with Murphy Contracting Company for Baird Mitchell Stadium Demolition. Motion passed 5-0. BOARD OF EDUCATION RECOMMENDATIONS Approval to Appoint Delegate for OSBA Annual Business Meeting – Resolution #2021-158 Ms. Colucci moved and Mr. Polis seconded to appoint Larry Warren as Delegate for Ohio School Boards Association Annual Business Meeting. Motion Passed 4-0-1. Mr. Warren abstaining. Approval to Appoint Alternate for OSBA Annual Business Meeting – Resolution #2021-159 Dr. Dinopoulos moved and Mr. Polis seconded to appoint Gregg Riddle as Alternate for Ohio School Boards Association Annual Business Meeting. Motion Passed 5-0. REPORTS/PRESENTATIONS Foundation Liaison – Mr. Polis – No report. Legislation Liaison – Mr. Riddle reported on the following: - HB244 – Prohibits Ohio public schools from requiring students and employees to receive COVID-19 vaccine. - SB52 – New requirements on renewable energy development in Ohio and changes to the Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) process. Student Achievement Liaison – Dr. Dinopoulos – No report. Adjournment – Resolution #2021-160 Mr. Warren moved and Ms. Colucci seconded with all members present voting aye to adjourn the meeting. Motion passed 5-0. Meeting adjourned. _______________________________ ___________________________________ Treasurer President 7/19/2021