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July 24 2017
BOARD OF EDUCATION
CINCINNATI, OHIO
PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR MEETING
July 24, 2017
Table of Contents
Roll Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 569
Minutes Approved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 569
Report of the Finance Meeting July 24, 2017 . . . . . . . . . . 569
Presentations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 575
Announcements/Hearing of the Public . . . . . . . . . . . 575
A Resolution Memorializing Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr . . . . . . . . 575
A Resolution Adopting the Preschool Workforce Development Council Charter . . 577
A Resolution Appointing Committee Members to the Preschool Workforce
Development Committee to Work with the Preschool Promise Program to Ensure High
Quality Preschool Experiences to the Children of Cincinnati . . . . . . .
578
A Resolution Appointing Susan E. Bunte Assistant Superintendent of the City School
District of the City of Cincinnati . . . . . . . . . . . . .
579
Report of the Superintendent
Recommendations of the Superintendent of Schools . . . . . . . .
1. Certificated Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 581
2. Civil Service Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 585
Report of the Treasurer
I. Donation(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 590
II. Grant Award(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 590
III. Agreement(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 590
IV. Settlement(s) . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 592
V. Payment(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 592
VI. Award of Contract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 593
VII. Then and Now Certificate(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . 593
VIII. Award of Purchase Order(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . 593
IX. For Board Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 594
X. Board Assignment(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . 594
XI. Correction(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 595
Inquiries/Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 596
Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 596
Adjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 596
July 24 569 2017
REGULAR 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, July 24 at 7:11 p.m.,
President Copeland-Dansby in the chair. The pledge to the flag was led by President Copeland-Dansby.
ROLL CALL
Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Hoffman, Minera, President Copeland-Dansby (5)
Left Early: Member Nelms@ 7:30 p.m. (1)
Absent: Member Jones (1)
Noes: None
Superintendent Mary Ronan was present.
MINUTES APPROVED
Mrs. Bates moved and Mr. Minera 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 July 25, 2017.
Special Meeting – July 10, 2017
Regular Board Meeting – July 10, 2017
Passed viva voce.
President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Finance Committee met on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 11:30 AM at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center in the
Board Conference Room.
ATTENDEES
Finance Committee Members
Chairperson Melanie Bates, Eve Bolton
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REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
Administrators
Kelley Bagayoko, Early Childhood Education; Brittany Marks, Director of Financial Reporting and Transparency; Lauren
Roberts, Internal Auditor; Jennifer Wagner, Treasurer/CFO
Focused Capital Solutions, LLC
Nan Cahall, Managing Director
Cincinnati Preschool Promise
Stephanie Byrd
Pastor Ennis Tate
Kearney and Kearney
Eric Kearney, CEO, President
Cincinnati Federation of Teachers
Angel Green
Community Members/Board Candidates/Parents
David Brenner, Marcia Futel, Howard Konicov, Craig Rozen
Lobbyist Updates
Nan Cahill, Managing Director, Focus Capital Solutions, LLC, and Eric Kearney of Kearney and Kearney, were present and
discussed the following projects with the Committee.
HB 49, Ohio Operating Budget, has been passed by the General Assembly and signed by Governor Kasich. Governor
Kasich vetoed 47 items in the budget the General Assembly sent him. The House took a bold step and voted to override 11
of the line item vetoes. Nine of the eleven overrides dealt with Medicaid. It is unclear whether the Senate will take up the
House over-rides.
House Speaker Rosenberger has created a special task force on education and poverty. Chair of the newly created task
force is Representative Bob Cupp (R- Lima). Representative Cupp is very familiar with the issues surrounding poverty and
education. Eric Kearney and Nan Cahall met with him earlier in the year to discuss the CPS legislative agenda.
Ohio Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Plan http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Every-Student-Succeeds-Act-ESSA
ODE has released the final Ohio ESSA Plan. The plan has been submitted to the Governor and is awaiting his
signature.
The working group within CPS reviewing the plan have compiled a set of comments.
A list of legislators and their contact information was shared with the working group so they could send our SW Ohio
delegation the comments.
Chairperson Bates said the first step was to determine what’s in the Ohio ESSA Plan and now the next step is to determine how
to implement it. She reported that Cleveland Metropolitan School District is very involved with the implementation of the Plan.
Ms. Cahall indicated she would contact them.
ACTION: Ms. Cahall will contact Cleveland Metropolitan School District regarding the Ohio ESSA Plan.
Upcoming
Nan Cahall and Eric Kearney will be meeting with ODE leadership, Joint Education Oversight Executive Director in
the coming weeks. Additionally, the Ohio School Boards Association will be coordinating a meeting with Nan and
Eric and Buckeye Association of School Administrators, Ohio Association of School Business Officials and the ESC
Association.
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REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
Committee member Bolton questioned what the agenda for this meeting would include. Ms. Cahall indicated it is a loose
agenda now, and includes the items from the list provided by the Administration a few months ago. Ms. Bolton suggested
adding to the agenda Transportation, as it is very important to CPS’ budget, and also Preschool Ratings. Ms. Cahall asked the
Committee for any other items to include.
ACTION: Treasurer Wagner will provide a brief paragraph explaining the complications CPS faces with ODE and timely
data reporting and reconciling.
ACTION: The Administration will reconvene and update the list of Legislative Priorities to provide to Ms. Cahall for use
in upcoming meetings.
Still Pending
Dates to invite SW Ohio Legislators to visit CPS – Can we get a few dates?
o Bill Blessing – member Finance Subcommittee on Primary & Secondary Education, Bill Seitz, Tom
Brinkman, Alicia Reece, Brigid Kelly, Catherine Ingram, Cecil Thomas, Louis Terhar, Steve Wilson.
Federal Tax Reform
o Identify concerns related to tax proposals– think we need a little more background on what
the proposals are and how they affect CPS.
o Invite Reps/Sen to visit this summer and discuss tax reform
o In the least send a letter
Cincinnati Preschool Promise (CPP) Updates
Ms. Byrd reported that the CPP Board approved the budget with several footnotes, and is working toward August 21, 2017,
which is the first day of enrollment for community-based programs.
She shared that the main goal is to fully fund every four-year old below 200 percent of the federal poverty level (FPL) the first
year and beyond.
The CPP and CPS teams came to a decision to have a pilot that will put education experts together to see how three-year olds
below 200 percent of the FPL can be best impacted. Future funding requests will be based on the success of the first-year pilot
from among three-year olds who have the greatest need.
Committee member Bolton questioned if there was going to be enough funding for all four-year olds below 200 percent of FPL,
but not enough for all three-year olds below 200 percent of FPL. Ms. Byrd responded that it is a matter of available financial
resources.
Ms. Bolton questioned how many three-year olds will not be funded, and if CPP is able to fund some, but not all, three-year
olds, how will it be decided which ones will be funded. She also questioned how many three-year olds below 200 percent of
FPL there are in our district, and how much serving all of them will cost.
Committee member Bolton thanked Pastor Tait for the memo confirming that there will be three separate audits conducted by:
CPS, CPP, and United Way.
ACTION: The Administration will provide the total number of three-year olds below 200 percent of FPL in the district
and also the cost for serving all of them.
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REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
Treasurer Financial Updates
Monthly and Year-to-Date Revenue and Expenditures
Treasurer Wagner shared that, due to some processing issues with Sungard, the monthly and year-end reports will be delayed in
order to ensure accuracy. She anticipates they will be available within a week or so, and will provide them via memo or share
them at the regular Board meeting on July 24, 2017.
Community Reinvestment Agreements
Mrs. Wagner reported that she does not have any agreements at this time, and that she is working with David DiMuzio
regarding the Board assignment.
On July 19, 2017, a community meeting is scheduled to discuss the Anthem site development in Walnut Hills. The meeting will
be held at 7 p.m. at St. Ursula. The Committee discussed the availability of Administration to attend the meeting on behalf of
CPS.
ACTION: The Administration will send a representative to attend the community on July 19, 2017.
Financial Audit Update
Internal Auditor Roberts reported that Plattenburg & Associates has been engaged. Brittany Marks, Director of Financial
Reporting and Transparency, will be the point person for the audit.
Ms. Marks shared that reports are currently being created in Sungard Business Plus. The auditors will be on site within the next
few weeks; however, they cannot come until the books are closed.
New Year Budget Discssion
Treasurer Wagner presented the following timeline for FY19 Budget Development:
ACTION: In order to ensure accurate deadline dates, Board staff will provide Treasurer Wagner with a copy of the Board
calendar prepared by the Ad Hoc Committee.
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REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
Committee member Bolton thanked Treasurer Wagner for the timeline, and stated the goal was to develop a budget process.
She questioned when the process would be developed. Mrs. Wagner indicated it would be developed soon.
Investment Update
Ms. Marks presented the Investment Report (copy attached), which included changes from February. She shared that interest
rates have gone up, which is good news.
District Insurance Update
Treasurer Wagner reported that Dan Hoying requested that this item be moved to the August Finance Committee meeting
agenda, due to his unavailability at today’s meeting. Committee Chairperson Bates agreed with this request.
Other Business
Committee member Bolton asked about posting for the Student Reconciliation Specialist position. The Committee discussed
the responsibilities for this position.
ACTION: The Administration will provide a copy of the job description for the Student Reconciliation Specialist position to
the Committee.
ACTION: A monthly update by the Student Reconciliation Specialist will be added to the Finance Committee’s Work Plan.
The meeting adjourned at 1:05 PM
Finance Committee Staff Liaisons
Melanie Bates, Chair Mary A. Ronan, Superintendent, absent
Eve Bolton Jennifer Wagner, CFO/Treasurer
Carolyn Jones, absent Bill Moehring, Interim Chief Operating Officer, absent
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REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
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REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
Mrs. Bates moved that the Report of the Finance Committee be accepted.
Passed viva voce.
President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Quality Improvement – Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Dr. Uma Kotagal; Cincinnati Public
Schools, Cheryl Broadnax, Assistant Superintendent
ANNOUNCEMENTS/HEARING OF THE PUBLIC
Kudos to:
1. Very excited for the retirment of Mary Ronan, Superintendent! We appreciate all the work and time taken to serve our
children and our community.
The following persons addressed the Board regarding the topics indicated:
1. Jan Checko Pre-K classrooms for new Clifton neighborhood school. Days away from opening
the first classes. CANS advisory group. Thanked Bill Myles and trimble-oliver for helping to set the boundaries. Provided the
Board with flyers about the school opening for Ice Cream Social at the Rawson Farm House - 500 people, Thanked Board for
working with them. 2. Gerald Checko CANS - Thanked Board for Clifton Cultural Arts Center, grateful for the
collaboration, working well together.
A RESOLUTION MEMORIALIZING THOMAS J. KLINEDINST, JR.
WHEREAS, the School for Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA) lost one of its key supporters this summer as
Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. passed away on July 4, 2017; and
WHEREAS, Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. after graduating from Georgetown University, returned to Cincinnati and built a
life that included a family, a successful career, and a legacy of contributions to the citizens of Cincinnati; and
WHEREAS, in 1967, Tom joined Thomas E. Wood Inc. insurance agency. The agency grew into one of the largest in
the region, and Tom became president, chairman and CEO. In 2000, he left there and acquired the Louis A. Hellming
Company; and
WHEREAS, Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. had a deep commitment to supporting organizations that impact the lives of
Cincinnatians. Those organizations included: St. Francis Seraph Ministries; Friars Club Foundation; The Center for Ethics at
the Better Business Bureau; Interact for Health; Shelterhouse (Drop Inn Center); Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur; the
Archbishop’s Finance Council; the Franciscan Friars Finance Council; and Xavier University President’s Advisory Council; and
WHEREAS, one of the most notable contributions was the vital role Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. played in the
construction of the new building for the School for Creative and Performing Arts which opened in 2010; and
WHEREAS, Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. was involved in the restructuring and reorganization of the management and
support functions for the school – leading to the establishment of the SCPA Fund; and
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A RESOLUTION MEMORIALIZING THOMAS J. KLINEDINST, JR.
(cont.)
WHEREAS, as the SCPA Fund’s Chairman of the Board, Tom Klinedinst shared his passion for the arts by ensuring
that SCPA is among the nation’s premier arts schools; and
WHEREAS, Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. having just shepherded the school through its strategic planning process, this
past year, he was the voice encouraging the school to aspire to become a benchmark of excellence—to be among the nation’s
premier K-12 public arts magnet schools, combining artistic and academic excellence; and
WHEREAS, for more than 10 years, Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. rolled up his sleeves and worked tirelessly to
successfully navigate SCPA through many chapters and into a new era of excellence; and
WHEREAS, just this past fall Tom, and his wife Diana, hosted the school’s Soiree Spectacular where SCPA students
collaborated on performances with the Cincinnati Ballet Second Company and the Cincinnati Opera, elevating SCPA’s role in
the community while maximizing an opportunity for the students to showcase their exemplary talents; and
WHEREAS, after the event, Tom shared, “This collaboration represents a reinvigoration between the Cincinnati
Public School district and local arts institutions, which is very valuable and rewarding for the entire community. This is
hopefully the first step toward many more collaborations with arts organizations throughout the city;” and
WHEREAS, Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. kept the big-picture in mind and said, “There is no question that a partnership
between the arts and academics is a win-win. These relationships will continue to improve the local and national reputation of
SCPA, reflect positively on CPS, and ultimately benefit the students in countless ways;” and
WHEREAS, over the years, Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. developed long-standing relationships built on respect, shared
values, and clear vision. His quiet resolve was the force behind numerous projects benefitting thousands in our community. Tom
lived his values, and in doing so, called on us to do the same.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that on July 24, 2017, the Cincinnati Board of Education expresses its
deepest sympathy to the Klinedinst family for their great loss, remembering Thomas J. Klinedinst, Jr. for his contributions to
society that benefited the lives of Cincinnati Public Schools’ students, and for serving as an unwavering role model for how a
good person leads a good life.
Cincinnati Board of Education
Cincinnati Board of Education moved and Mr. Minera seconded the motion A Resolution Memorializing Thomas J. Klinedinst,
Jr be approved.
Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Hoffman, Minera, President Copeland-Dansby (5)
Left Early: Member Nelms@ 7:30 p.m. (1)
Absent: Member Jones (1)
Noes: None
President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
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A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE
PRESCHOOL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL CHARTER
WHEREAS, The Cincinnati community voted overwhelmingly on November 8, 2016, in support of Cincinnati Public
Schools’ investment in quality preschool and strong K-12 schools, with 62 percent of voters supporting Issue 44; and
WHEREAS, Issue 44 is a five-year, 7.93-mill levy that will provide CPS with $48 million annually in new money for
operations, specifically to expand access to preschool and to support community priorities for K-12 education; and
WHEREAS, CPS partnered with Cincinnati Preschool Promise in this levy to designate $15 million annually for
expansion of quality, affordable preschool within Cincinnati Public Schools and through community-based providers; and
WHEREAS, on March 20, 2017, the Cincinnati Board of Education approved a Master Agreement with the
United Way of Greater Cincinnati and Cincinnati Preschool Promise Program establishing the Preschool Workforce
Development Council; and
WHEREAS, the Master Agreement states that the, A Preschool Workforce Development Council shall be established
by the Board of Education to ensure, without duplication of existing functions, that all preschool providers receiving tuition
funds maintain applicable, professional employment standards, livable wages with wage parity, and curricular alignment to
state learning standards. The Council has the responsibility of monitoring and reporting non-compliance to the United Way
and ultimately to the Board of Education;” and
WHEREAS, in cooperation with the Cincinnati Preschool Promise Program, the Preschool Workforce Development
Council is to establish a career pathway for educators, and ensure adherence to applicable professional employment standards
by participating providers;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Board of Education adopts the Preschool Workforce
Development Council Charter.
Cincinnati Board of Education
Mrs. Hoffman moved and Ms. Bates seconded the motion A Resolution Adopting the Preschool Workforce Development
Council Charter be approved.
Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Hoffman, Minera, President Copeland-Dansby (5)
Left Early: Member Nelms@ 7:30 p.m. (1)
Absent: Member Jones (1)
Noes: None
President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
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A RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMITTEE MEMBERS TO THE PRESCHOOL WORKFORCE
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE TO WORK WITH THE PRESCHOOL PROMISE PROGRAM TO ENSURE HIGH
QUALITY PRESCHOOL EXPERIENCES TO THE CHILDREN OF CINCINNATI
WHEREAS, on March 20, 2017, the Cincinnati Board of Education approved a Master Agreement with the
United Way of Greater Cincinnati and Cincinnati Preschool Promise Program establishing the Workforce Development
Committee; and
WHEREAS, the Master Agreement approved on March 20, 2017 states that the, “Workforce Development Committee
established the Board of Education to ensuring, without duplication of existing functions, that all preschool providers
receiving tuition funds maintain applicable, professional employment standards, livable wages with wage parity, and
curricular alignment to state learning standards. The Committee has the responsibility of monitoring and reporting non-
compliance to the United Way of Greater Cincinnati and ultimately the Cincinnati Board of Education. Expenses related to
the Workforce Development Committee shall be retained by the school district from the Issue #44 levy funds designated for
preschool;” and
WHEREAS, in cooperation with the Cincinnati Preschool Promise Program, the Workforce Development Committee
is to establish a career pathway for educators, and ensure adherence to applicable professional employment standards by
participating providers; and
WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education designates appointments for one-year, two-year and three-year,
staggered terms as outlined in the Charter; and
WHEREAS, the Contract Compliance, System Development, and Quality Improvement Manager will serve as staff
liaison to the Workforce Development Committee; and
NOW THERFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Board of Education recommends the following
appointments to the Workforce Development Committee with the specified terms:
Organization Workforce Development
Committee Members
Period of Term
4C for Children Kim Ginn, VP of Program
Operations*
4/25/2017 - 4/24/2020
UC, Early Childhood Education Department Kathleen Bryan, Program
Director
4/25/2017 – 4/24/2019
The Women’s Fund of the Greater Cincinnati
Foundation
Megan Cummings, Executive
Director
4/25/2017 – 4/24/2018
*This appointee is replacing a previous appointee, Julie Witten, who is no longer with the nominating organization, 4C for
Children.
Ericka Copeland-Dansby, President
Melanie Bates, Vice President
Eve Bolton
Elisa Hoffman
Carolyn Jones
Daniel Minera
A. Chris Nelms
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A RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMITTEE MEMBERS TO THE PRESCHOOL WORKFORCE
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE TO WORK WITH THE PRESCHOOL PROMISE PROGRAM TO ENSURE HIGH
QUALITY PRESCHOOL EXPERIENCES TO THE CHILDREN OF CINCINNATI
(cont.)
Mrs. Hoffman moved and Mr. Minera seconded the motion A Resolution Appointing Committee Members to the Preschool
Workforce Development Committee to Work with the Preschool Promise Program to Ensure High Quality Preschool
Experiences to the Children of Cincinnati be approved.
Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Hoffman, Minera, President Copeland-Dansby (5)
Left Early: Member Nelms@ 7:30 p.m. (1)
Absent: Member Jones (1)
Noes: None
President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING SUSAN E. BUNTE ASSISTANT
SUPERINTENDENT OF THE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF CINCINNATI
WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education has selected Susan E. Bunte to serve as the Assistant Superintendent
of the City School District of the City of Cincinnati to begin August 1, 2017; and
WHEREAS, the Board President and General Counsel will finalize the current Employment Agreement of Susan E.
Bunte;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board President and the Treasurer be authorized to enter into the
first amendment to the current contract of Susan E. Bunte.
Eve Bolton
Ms. Bolton moved and Mr. Minera seconded the motion A Resolution Appointing Susan E. Bunte Assistant Superintendent of
the City School District of the City of Cincinnati be approved.
Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Hoffman, Minera, President Copeland-Dansby (5)
Left Early: Member Nelms@ 7:30 p.m. (1)
Absent: Member Jones (1)
Noes: None
President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
July 24 580 2017
REVISED
RECOMMENDATIONS
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
CINCINNATI PUBLIC SCHOOLS
RECOMMENDATION 1 – CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL
A. RETIREMENT
B. RESIGNATION
C. CHANGE IN STATUS
D. APPOINTMENT
E. PROMOTION
F. CHANGE IN ASSIGNMENT
G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT
RECOMMENDATION 2 – CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL
A. RETIREMENT
B. RESIGNATION
C. APPOINTMENT
D. CHANGE IN STATUS
E. PROMOTION
RECOMMENDATION 3
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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL
A. RETIREMENT
(Indicates that the employee’s application for retirement has been approved by STRS, effective the first day of the month. This
recommendation is being made because the employee has completed the term of their employment, or due to disability status,
or by mutual agreement. There is no mandatory retirement age for employees.)
The following certificated employees have made application to the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System in accordance with
the statutes of the State of Ohio.
Donnie L. Luckie CFT Representative Service August 1
B. 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.)
Sarah E. Alsey Teacher – Rising Stars at Vine Personal Reasons August 1
Kathryn J. Anderson Teacher – Oyler Other Employment August 1
Bailey E. Dowlin Teacher – Hays-Porter Other Employment July 20
Dennis M. Duermit Substitute Teacher Personal Reasons July 18
Kyle A. Fender Teacher – Walnut Hills Other Employment August 1
Ashley Garland Teacher – Rockdale Other Employment August 1
Jessica L. House Teacher – Dater Montessori Other Employment August 1
Carita A. Settles Substitute Teacher Personal Reasons July 20
Lisa Snider-Gross Teacher - Alternative Learning Sites Personal Reasons August 1
Janel M. Vogel Teacher – Rockdale Personal Reasons July 11
Brandon A. Williams Teacher – Hughes STEM Other Employment August 1
C. 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.
Principal – 224 days
Jaren N. Finney $93,846.21 Rising Stars @ Vine August 1 Interim Principal – Rising Stars @ Vine
Teacher - Class VI – (Doctorate Degree)
Rebecca E. Mullins $52,840.98 August 14 Class III Sub $125.44
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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
C. CHANGE IN STATUS (cont.)
Teacher - Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours)
James G. Hanauer $43,195.51 August 14 Class III Sub 125.44
D. 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 is August 14, 2017, except as indicated.
Interim Elementary Principal – 224 day
Christina M. Russo $97,926.79 Carson August 1
Secondary Assistant Principal – 215 day
Jessica Smitson $89,023.18 Walnut Hills August 1
Teacher - Class IV – (Master’s Degree)
Rebecca Elizabeth Boone $46,458.69 Susan T. Harping $71,876.30
Rachel R. Evans 71,876.30 Lisa Nicole Johnson 50,465.65
Melinda S. Gelhausen 53,012.98
Teacher - Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours)
Bethan S. Boada $43,195.51 Lauren E. Osman $43,195.51
Jennifer Kay Hayes 43,195.51 Tonya L. Duke 43,195.51
Teacher - Class II – (Bachelor’s Degree)
Joni E. Conover-Bacon $58,823.52 Allie M. Sander $42,481.96
Johanna M. Froelicher 46,114.71 Shalitha M. Williams 42,481.96
Marva Rasmussen 42,481.96 @ .50
Substitute Teacher – Class III – $122.98 per day
Ayana T. Ball Carmen M. Daniels Brittany N. Groene
Robert J. Calder Jr. Melinda Louise Forsythe
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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
E. 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, effective. Funding is from the General Fund, except
as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*). Effective date as indicated.
Interim Assistant Director – 261 day From:
Vera J. Brooks $108,148.28 Students Services August 1 Principal – Roberts
Interim Elementary Principal – 224 day From:
Alpacino Beauchamp $93,846.21 Roberts August 8 Assist Principal - Roberts
Elementary Assistant Principal – 215 day From:
Renee M. Crawford $81,167.59 Bond Hill August 8 Teacher
F. CHANGE IN ASSIGNMENT
As a matter of record, the following change in assignment is reported. Funding is from the General Fund and (*) denotes other
than General Fund. Effective date as indicated.
Elementary Principal – 224 day From:
Sherwin Q. Ealy II Ethel M. Taylor August 1 AMIS
Interim Elementary Principal – 224 day From:
Janice Pitts AMIS August 1 Sub Administrator
Secondary Assistant Principal – 215 day From:
Dawn S. Williams Dater High August 8 Withrow
G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT
(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.
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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)
The following teachers are recommended to receive additional payment for 4th quarter class size overload for the 2016-17 school
year. Payment will be provided in compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Section S500-Staffing.
4th Qtr. Overload Pay
Joseph Edward Allard 621.00 Ashley L. McDade 2450.00
Gregory D. Cannon 2430.00 Marcus T. McGhee 621.00
Shelrie Jones-Smith 621.00 Laurie K. Smith 621.00
The following teachers are recommended to receive additional payment for IEP workdays for the 2016-17 school year. Payment
will be provided in compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Section S610-Special Teachers.
Teacher - $36.90 per hour (extended employment rate)
Connected for Learning Project – Taft High – 20 hours
Dustin A. Brantley Lora M. Ward
Reading K-3 & Intervention Revision – Early Childhood – (Fund 19) – 27 hours
Susan Arbogast* Erin A. Kernohan* Samantha T. Nichols*
Chyla D. Barner* Jessica R. Kreitzer* Eileen A. Pokrzywa Paquette*
Mary C. Berns* Ellen M. Lawson* Kelly P. Siebert*
Sharon M. Burns* Bethany M. Leonardi* Sarah Durso Stagge*
Nancy L. Johnson* Beth S. Martin* Julia A. Stigler*
Develop Goals for Pre-K Special Education Preparation – Student Services – (IDEA-B) – 50 hours
Anne C. Ashcraft* Stephanie F. Jeter* Wendy J. Leyes*
Amy M. Elfner* Elizabeth A. Keener* Erin M. New-Ralston*
Angela R. Helferich* Catherine E. Keith* Patricia J. Peters*
Patricia Klonne Horn*
Teacher - $36.18 per hour (extended employment rate)
PD Planning for ACT Workkeys – Career Tech – (Perkins) - 20 hours
Sarah M. Woodward
New Teacher Professional Development Planning – Career Tech – (Perkins) – 20 hours
Allen E. Frecker*
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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)
Teacher - $36.18 per hour (extended employment rate) (cont.)
Curriculum Development for Career Tech Programming – Career Tech – (Perkins) – 80 hours
except as indicated
Stephanie R. Brown* 120 hrs Kenneth R. Dressler* Dane E. Salabak*
West Davis* Susan M. Grasso* 120 hrs Felicia Steagall*
Korean After School Program – Gamble Montessori – (Korean Lang Grant) – 85 hours
In Sook Kim*
Extended Learning Program – Auxiliary Services – (Title I) – 60 hours
Carolyn E. Kelly*
Teacher - $31.70 per hour (summer rate)
2nd
Session Aspire Summer School - ABLE Program – (Aspire Grant) – 25 hours
Alexa H. Noel*
Summer School Teacher – Chase – (Title I) – 15 hours
Shirley D. Easley* Rodger Donta D. Horton* Kinah A. Willis*
Summer School Substitute Teacher – Woodford – (SWP) – 50 hours
Diane Sparks* Tracey Y. Thompson*
The following persons are recommended to perform additional responsibilities to start the 2017-18 school year, for up to 5
days. Funding is from the General Fund and (*) denotes Other than General Fund.
Name Location Position
John E. Chambers Walnut Hills Interim Principal
John F. Corey* (Fund 19) Withrow Principal
Dwayne DuBois* (Fund 19) Withrow Assistant Principal
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.)
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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL
A. RETIREMENT (cont.)
The following employees have made application to the School Employees Retirement System in accordance with the statutes of
the State of Ohio.
Patricia Auciello Lead Secretary August 1
Katherine Brown Senior Support Specialist August 1
Kathryn Donselman Auxiliary Clerk August 1
Teri Evans Support Specialist July 1
Beverly Holland Senior Support Specialist July 1
Tyrone Robinson Custodian 2 November 1
Frederick Sloan Paraprofessional July 1
David Sparks Exterminator July 1
Eneida Uehlin Sr. Communications Specialist August 1
Jane Zultoski Customer Service Supervisor August 1
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.
James Holland Security Assistant 2 Other Employment July 13
Jordan Jones Paraprofessional Relocating July 26
Kate Romanello-Jones Paraprofessional Personal Reasons July 17
Kelly Sankner Paraprofessional Other Employment July 17
Nicole Sifri Paraprofessional Relocating June 23
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 (*).
Manager, Budgets and Position Control
Kelly Roebuck $103,411.63 Treasurer’s Office August 7
Manager - Project Connect
Rebeka Beach $94,682.39 Project Connect August 1
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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL
C. APPOINTMENT (cont.)
Blended Learning Coordinator
Erin Heinrich $69,169.34 ITM July 25
Senior Elementary Support Specialist (Classified)
Cathy Coggins $19.75 hr. Pleasant Hill August 1
Shatauna Harris $19.75 hr. North Fairmount August 6
Support Specialist (Classified)
Wanda Johnson $15.39 hr. Early Childhood August 21
Custodian 1 (Classified)
Najee Brookins-Elliott $15.00 hr. Iowa Avenue July 25
Paraprofessional (Unclassified)
Jamie Borros $15.13 hr. Woodward August 15
Colleen Foegle $15.54 hr. Oyler August 15
Shawn Frost $15.54 hr. Douglass August 15
Michelle Harris $15.54 hr. Pleasant Ridge Montessori August 15
Anthony Hayes $15.13 hr. Sands Montessori August 15
Penny Hedrick $15.13 hr. Pleasant Ridge Montessori August 15
Julie Horne $15.54 hr. Dater Montessori August 15
Joy Lohrer $15.54 hr. Parker Woods Montessori August 15
Cassandra Martin-Asokere $15.13 hr. Pleasant Ridge Montessori August 15
Abigail Strietmann $15.54 hr. Sands Montessori August 15
Erica White $15.13 hr. Dater Montessori August 15
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
Shawnise Batton $15.13 hr. Rising Stars Student Service Asst $12.94 hr. August 15
Jacob Shifman $15.54 hr. SCPA Sub Teacher $125.44 daily August 15
E. 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 (*).
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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.)
E. PROMOTION (cont.)
Director – Business Technology From
Michael Gustin $108,148.23 Treasurer’s Off Business System Analyst August 1
Manager I From
Kelly Halpin $94,682.39 Treasurer’s Off Associate II July 25
Accounting Supervisor From
Elizabeth Bryant $81,673.92 Treasurer’s Off Sr. Accounting Tech August 1
Associate I From
Steven Kimball $70,552.73 Iowa Avenue Specialist July 25
Customer Service Coordinator From
Jeneen West $70,552.73 Customer Relations Human Resource Tech II August 1
Student Reconciliation Specialist From
Sue Hemphill $60,131.93 Research & Eval Administrative Sec’y August 1
Senior Executive Secretary (Unclassified) From
Amorah Lewis $28.02 hr. Supt’s Office Admin Sec’y August 1
School Community Coordinator (Unclassified) From
Kelsey Abel $23.51 hr. Early Childhood Paraprofessional July 25
Lead Secretary (Classified) From
Sonja Berkhalter $22.64 hr. Human Resources Sr. Supp Spec August 1
Senior Elementary Support Specialist (Classified) From
Cheryl Ingram $19.75 hr. Evanston Paraprofessional September 1
Jeanette Jackson-Payne $19.75 hr. Hartwell Paraprofessional August 1
Senior Support Specialist (Classified) From
Jennifer Meininger $19.19 hr. Walnut Hills Support Specialist July 25
Assistant School Community Coordinator (Unclassified) From
Tiffany Grissom $16.65 hr. Early Childhood Paraprofessional August 16
Meisha McMillan $16.65 hr. Early Childhood Paraprofessional August 16
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RECOMMENDATION 3
The Superintendent recommends that the Treasurer be authorized to enter into amended contracts with members of CPS's
Leadership Team that are consistent with the changes negotiated with CPS's CAAS bargaining unit.
Mary A. Ronan
Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Bolton moved and Mrs. Bates seconded the motion that The Revised Report of the Superintendent be approved.
Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Hoffman, Minera, President Copeland-Dansby (5)
Left Early: Member Nelms@ 7:30 p.m. (1)
Absent: Member Jones (1)
Noes: None
President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
REVISED
REPORT OF THE TREASURER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. DONATIONS
II. GRANT AWARDS
III. AGREEMENTS
IV. SETTLEMENTS
V. PAYMENT(S)
VI. AWARD OF CONTRACT
VII. THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATE(S)
VIII. AWARD OF PURCHASE ORDERS
IX. FOR BOARD INFORMATION
X. BOARD ASSIGNMENTS
XI. CORRECTIONS
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER
I. DONATIONS
That record is made of a donation from the following Donors:
Donor Name Amount Location Funding Source &
Description
(A.) Union Savings Bank $5,000.00 Frederick Douglass
Elementary
Fund 018-
Public School
Support
Purpose: To be used to support the cost for Douglass Personnel to attend the National Network for Education Renewal
Seminar and Workshop in New York during the month of July.
II. GRANT AWARDS
That record is made of a grant award from the following Grantors:
Grantor Name Amount Location Funding Source &
Description
(A.) United Way $81,175.00 Deputy Superintendent Fund 019-Other
Grants
Purpose: To be used for Career and College Programs.
(B.) United Way of Greater Cincinnati $1,850.00 Frederick Douglass
Elementary
Fund 019-Other
Grants
Purpose: To be used to support the Suzuki Program.
III. AGREEMENT(S)
That the Treasurer to be authorized to amend the agreements with the following Vendors/Consultants:
Vendor/Consultant Name Amount Not to Exceed Agreement Dates Funding Source
FACE
(A.) Cincinnati Youth Colloborative
$70,125.00 8/1/2017-6/30/2018 General Fund
Purpose: to provide support and manage volunteering tutoring.
CAREER/TECHNICAL/LEADERSHIP
(B.) Cincinnati Youth Colloborative
$60,000.00 8/1/2017-6/30/2018 General Fund
Purpose: to provide support for college and career advising services to students in the schools of Oyler, Riverview East,
Withrow University, Aiken High School, Gamble Montessori, Dater High School, Woodward, Hughes, Shroder and CATC.
Services include college planning and preparation, academic planning, financial aid advisory, college advising, college
campus tours, college exam preparation, and scholarship searches and preparation
(C.) Cincinnati Youth Colloborative
$157,500.00 8/1/2017-6/30/2018 General Fund
Purpose: to provide seven career specialists for the purpose of programming support to 280 students in the 7th-12th grades
at Aiken, Oyler, R.A. Taft Information Technology, Shroder, Western Hills University, Withrow University and Woodward
Career Technical, students receive a one-hour elective credit
(D.) Cincinnati Youth Colloborative
$155,200.00
8/1/2017-6/30/2018
General Fund
Purpose: to provide mentoring services to include: recruitment, screening, training and matching of volunteers to CPS
students who are in 3rd thru 12th grades
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER (cont.)
III. AGREEMENT(S) (cont.)
That the Treasurer to be authorized to amend the agreements with the following Vendors/Consultants:
Vendor/Consultant Name Amount Not to Exceed Agreement Dates Funding Source
STUDENT SERVICES
(E.) HCESC– Hamilton County Education
$50,000.00 8/1/2017-6/30/2018 Title III – Limited
English Proficiency
Purpose: to provide PD and instructional services to non public schools within the CPS district
(F.) HCESC – Hamilton County Education
$105,000.00 8/1/2017-6/30/2018 Title III – Limited
English Proficiency
Purpose: to provide Professional Development and ESL consultative supports to the English Language Learners
WOODFORD
(G.) Kennedy Heights Arts Center
$58,170.00 7/25/2017-6/8/2018 General Fund-
Vision 2020
Purpose: to provide artist services, supplies and professional development training for Woodford Paideia Academy.
TRANSPORTATION
(H.) Multiple Vendor Order $158,000.00 7/1/2017-6/30/2018 General Fund
Purpose: to provide Cross District Transportation for Mt. Healthy, Northwest, Mason, Princeton,
Lakota, Oak Hills, Winton Woods.
SECURITY
(I.) City of Cincinnati
$747,818.00 7/1/2017-6/30/2018 General Fund
Purpose: to provide crossing guards at CPS schools to assist student corssing streets.
(J.) Securitas Security
$535,353.61 7/1/2017-6/30/2018 General Fund
Purpose: to provide after hours and holiday security services.
ITM
(K.) TechSoft Systems Inc.
$60,000.00 7/25/2017-6/30/2018 General Fund
Purpose: to purchase 960 hours of installation services from Techsoft Systems.
(L.) Cybersoft PrimeroEdge
$89,420.00 5/9/2017-6/30/2022 Food Services
Purpose: to provide Food Services management software and support services.
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER (cont.)
IV. SETTLEMENT(S)
Vendor/Consultant Name Amount Not to Exceed Funding Source
General Counsel
(A.) The Law of Carla Leader, Esq. $10,000.00 General Fund
Purpose: That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into a settlement agreement to pay the full and final settlement in a due
process matter..
(B.) Darrell D. Payne Attorney at Law and
Bobby Lazenby
$8,500.00 General Fund
Purpose: That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into a settlement agreement to pay the full and final settlement in a legal
matter.
(C.) Darrell D. Payne Attorney at Law and
Maya Boyd
$11,000.00 General Fund
Purpose: That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into a settlement agreement to pay the full and final settlement in a
mediation matter.
V. PAYMENT(S)
That the Treasurer be authorized to approve payment to the following Vendor(s)/Consultant(s):
Vendor/Consultant Name Amount Not to Exceed Funding Source
GENERAL COUNSEL
(A.) Ohio Bureau of Workers
Compensation/PNC Card
$850,000.00 7/1/2017-6/30/2018 Intra-District
Services
Purpose: payment agreement for a Retrospective Rating Plan covering the 2018 calendar year.
HYDE PARK
(B.) Eagles Savings Bank
$45,160.50 7/1/2017-6/30/2018 General Fund
Purpose: for Hyde Park office space lease that was originally Board approved 2/8/16 year 2 of a 3 year lease.
BOARD OFFICE
(C.) Council of the Great City Schools
$37,868.00 7/1/2017-6/30/2018 General Fund
Purpose: to continue its membership to the CGCS and pay the 2017-2018 membership dues
BENEFITS
(D.) Ohio AFSCME Care Plan
$570,000.00 7/1/2017-6/30/2018 Intra-District
Services
Purpose: to provide HR Benefits-AFSCME Care Plan payments
(E.) Dental Care Plus
$1,500,000.00 7/1/2017-6/30/2018 Intra-District
Services
Purpose: to provide Dental Care Plus Premiums
July 24 593 2017
REPORT OF THE TREASURER (cont.)
VI. AWARD OF CONTRACT
(A). On Friday, May 5, 2017 bids for English Language Learner Services Consultant (RFP#2017ELLS001) were opened and
read by the Purchasing Department.
Proposals Due: Friday, May 5, 2017 by 12:00 p.m.
Publication Date: Friday, April 28, 2017
Awarded: Hamilton County ESC
Bid Tabulation and Award – see Attachment (1)
On Monday, June 26, 2017 bids for Job Coaching Personnel for Students with Disabilities (RFP#2017JCPSD002) were opened
and read by the Purchasing Department.
Proposals Due: Monday, June 26, 2017 by 12:00 p.m.
Publication Date: Thursday, June 15, 2017
Awarded: ViaQuest Foundation
Bid Tabulation and Award – see Attachment (2)
VII. THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATE(S)
That the Treasurer be authorized to pay the following Then and Now Certificates:
Vendor Confirm
Amount Funding Source CPS Location Purpose of Purchase
(A.) Dayton Contemporary
Dance Company
$5,400.00 Other Grants
Frederick
Douglass
Elementary
Dance Performance for
entire community and
spoke to students about
opportunites, self-
discipline, goal setting
(B.) Supplemental Health Care
$9,446.00 General Fund Student Services
Speech language,
occupational thereapy,
and physical therapy to
CPS students.
VIII. AWARD OF PURCHASE ORDERS
The Treasurer recommends approval be given for the following purchase orders, charged to the appropriate fund:
A. Music Equipment – R1801384
Buddy Rogers Music Deputy Superintendent’s
Office
$28,972.00
Explanation – Purchase of musical equipment for district students.
B. Artist Supplies – R1801413
Plaza Artist Materials Deputy Superintendent’s
Office
$38,500.09
Explanation – Purchase of instructional supplies for district students.
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER (cont.)
C. Technology – R1801165
Fusion Digital, LLC Information Technology
Management
$68,021.00
Explanation – Purchase of technology for Spencer Center.
D. Supplemental Text– R1801532
The K-12 OER Collaborative Curriculum Office $31,272.74
Explanation – Supplemental Text for Mt. Washington School grades 3, 4, 5, 6.
IX. FOR BOARD INFORMATION
Public Affairs
(A.) Cincinnati Arts Association
$19,551.50 7/25/2017-6/25/2018 General Fund –
Vision 2020
Purpose: to provide professional development training to South Avondale Elementary
(B.) Cincinnati Arts Association
$18,961.00
8/1/2017-6/30/2018
General Fund –
Vision 2020
Purpose: to provide and coordinate STEAM services and supplies for South Avondale
(C.) Cincinnati Arts Association
$14,057.75 7/25/2017-6/25/2018 General Fund
Purpose: to provide professional development consultation services for Chase Elementary
(D.) Executive Service Corps
$16,000.00 7/1/2017-9/15/2017 General Fund
Purpose: to provide Vendor Disparity Study II.
X. BOARD ASSIGNMENTS
Assignment –That the following be assigned to attend the meeting indicated. Expenses are to be paid from the Board
Member Service Fund.
Melanie Bates
Council of the Great City Schools Annual Fall Conference
Cleveland, OH – October 18-22, 2017
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER (cont.)
XI. CORRECTIONS
FACILITIES
(A.) American Elevators Inc.
Board Meeting: June 7, 2017
General Fund &
Classroom Facilities
FY18
Correct Amount From: $120,000.00 Correct Amount To: $16,556.00
Purpose: That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into a contract with American Elevators Inc. to provide routine
preventative maintenance and repairs as needed for elevators throughout the district. This is the first year of a three year
contract. The total cost of this expenditure is $49,668.00 (FY2018 $16,556.00, FY 2019 $16,556.00 and FY 2020
$16,556.00).
PUBLIC AFFAIRS
(B.) Take Notice Inc.
Board Meeting: June 12, 2017
General Fund
Correct Amount From: $97,600.00 Correct Amount To: $96,700.00
Purpose: That the Treasurer be authorized to enter a contract with Take Notice to provide uninterrupted website security
support, district/school website support, consultant support, custom colors Vision 2020 support, Compliance Implementation
and enhancement/development of Leap, Spencer, Rising STARS Preschool websites for the 2017-18 school year. The
agreement is effective July 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018. The amount is not to exceed $96,700. Funding is from General Fund.
Jennifer M. Wagner
Treasurer/CFO
Mrs. Bates moved and Mr. Minera seconded the motion that The Revised Report of the Treasurer be approved.
Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Hoffman, Minera, President Copeland-Dansby (5)
Left Early: Member Nelms@ 7:30 p.m. (1)
Absent: Member Jones (1)
Noes: None
President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
July 24 596 2017
INQUIRIES/UPDATES
Upcoming events:
1. Board Members/Administration– recommend to participate in the Counsel of Great City School Conference located in
Cleveland, Ohio in October 2017.
2. Board Members Jones and Hoffman – to summarize meetings and provide to the board and copy all partners.
3. Administration – provide an update of what is happening within the district at all Board Meetings.
4. Board Members – attend meetings to represent CPS for clear and precise information and questions.
ASSIGNMENTS
Please note the following assignments:
1. Superintendent Cabinet– attends meetings with Metro for clear and precise information regarding CPS.
2. Finance Chair – write a memo to the three Audit Committee nominees to inform them there is a 4th
nominee. All will be
reviewed together at the next Audit Committee Meeting. The Board will consider all nominees.
3. Finance Chair – write a process to how nominees to the Audit Committee works for a smooth and transparent process.
4. Kelly Bagayoko – to provide weekly updates in the board packets for members.
5. Administration – anytime Preschool is on the Board Meeting Agenda, send an email to notify United Way and CPP.
6. Audit Committee – please give any input that may help with the process of the nominee’s process.
7. Policy Committee – develop a policy enacting a $15.00 dollar minimum wage for staff.
8. Administration – capacity of our Preschool. Have we met our enrollment? What is the current enrollment by school? If
there is room is there a mechanism for providers that can’t satisfy the needs in their facilities.
9. Board Members – to contemplate another Ad Hoc Transportation Committee to look discuss/resolve Transportation Issues.
10. Administration – to carry out what is needed to be done regarding the enrollment of CANS based upon what we heard from
Asst. Superintendent Mr. Myles. The listings of things that the community group wanted requests our help or facilitate to
accommodate them for helping us out.
ADJOURNMENT
The Board adjourned at 8:41 p.m.
Jennifer M. Wagner
Treasurer/CFO