Lorain City Schools Board of Education
Regular Board Meeting
April 22, 2024-5:00 P.M.
Lorain High School, Bldg. C, 1st Floor-Boardroom
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:00PM
By Courtney Nazario
2. ROLL CALL
Courtney Nazario, Jay Ferguson, Dr. Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Barbie Washington
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE-3.01
3.01 Tonight, we have students from Palm Elementary School who will be leading the Pledge. Mrs. Julie Colaizzi,
Principal, is here tonight to support her students.
Evelice Simpson, is a 4th grade student and the daughter of Ms. Alexus Espitia. She is a member of the "Girls on the
Run" team Cynthia Solomon, is a 4th grade student and the daughter of Ms. Nina Riggins. She is a member of the
"Girls on the Run" team. Taeja Sigler, is a 5th grade student and the daughter of Ms. Tena Sigler. She is a member of
the "Girls on the Run" team. Jade Boyce, is a 4th grade student and the daughter of Ms. Earlisha Worthy. She is a
member of the "Girls on the Run" team. Syriannah Hasan, is 4th grade student and the daughter of Ms. Randi Krause
and Jameel Hasan. She is a member of the "Girls on the Run" team. Ellaina Pauley, is a 5th grade student and the
daughter of Ms. Jennifer Pauley and Mr. Trent Allis. She is a member of the "Girls on the Run" team. The above girls
are members of our Girls on the Run team and will be speaking about the program, which is an evidence-based
program that inspires participants to recognize their inner strength, increase their level of physical activity, imagine
their possibilities, and confidently stand up for themselves and others.
4. RECOGNITION OF VISITORS-6.01
6.01 OSBA Recognition of Bill Sturgill
Sally Green and Reno Contipelli joined us from the Ohio School Board Association. Ms. Green highlighted the State Legislative Conference, Board Leadership Institute and Future of Public Education Seminar. She encouraged board members to attend. Mr. Contipelli presented school board member, Barbie Washington with a certificate for passing the OSBA aptitude test. He also recognized Mr. Bill Sturgill for his 15 years of service as a board member.
**Dr. Graham made an announcement, prior to the vote that there was an adjustment to Item 11.01.
There was a typo. The change was a correction to Samuel Dickerson. His rate of pay was to be
$300.00/day NOT $300.00/hr.**
24-R-48 MOTION TO SUSPEND THE ORDER-5.01
Motion by Barbie Washington second by Mark Ballard
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Jay Ferguson, Barbie Washington
24-R-49 EXECUTIVE SESSION-6.01-6.02
6.01 Entered Executive Session at 5:19PM
Motion by Bill Sturgill second by Mark Ballard
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Jay Ferguson, Barbie Washington
WHEREAS, as a public board of education may hold an executive session only after a majority of a quorum of this
board determines by a roll call vote to hold such a session and only at a regular or special meeting for the sole
purpose of the consideration of the following matters:
A. To consider one or more, as applicable, of the check marked items with respect to a public employee or official:
1. ___Appointment 5. ___Promotion
2. _X__Employment 6. ___Demotion
3. ___Dismissal 7. ___Compensation
4. ___Discipline 8. ___Investigation of charges/complaints
(unless public hearing requested)
B. To consider the purchase of property for the public purposes or for the sale of property at competitive bidding.
C. Conferences with an attorney for the public body concerning disputes involving the public body that are the subject
of pending or imminent court action.
D. Preparing for, conducting or reviewing negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their
compensation or other terms and conditions of their employment.
E Matters required to be kept confidential by federal law or rules or state statutes.
F. Specialized details of security arrangements where disclosure of the matters discussed might reveal information
that could be used for the purpose of committing or avoid prosecution for a violation of the law.
G. Confidential information related to marketing plans, specific business strategy, production techniques, trade secrets
or personal financial statements of an applicant for economic development assistance, or to negotiations with other
political subdivisions regarding requests for economic development assistance, if the following conditions apply:
- The information is directly related to a request for economic development assistance that is to be provided oradministered under the statutes set forth in RC 121.22(G)(8)(1) or involves public infrastructure improvements or the extension of utility services that are directly related to an economic development project; and
- A unanimous quorum of the board of education determines, by a roll call vote, that the executive session isnecessary to protect the interests of the applicant or the possible investment or expenditure of public funds tobe made in connection with the economic development project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lorain City School District Board of Education, by a majority of the
quorum present at this meeting, does hereby declare its intention to hold an executive session on items A2 as
listed above.
6.02 Exited Executive Session at 6:27PM
Motion by Bill Sturgill second by Mark Ballard
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Jay Ferguson, Barbie Washington
7. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC-None
24-R-50 APPROVE OR AMEND AND SIGN MINUTES-8.01
8.01 Approval of the March 25, 2024 -Regular Meeting Minutes
*The board waives the right to read the minutes from the March 25, 2024- Regular Meeting**
Motion by Barbie Washington second by Mark Ballard
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Jay Ferguson, Barbie Washington
9. OLD BUSINESS-None
24-R-51 REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE TREASURER-10.01-10.04
10.01 Approval of a Resolution Accepting the Amounts and Rates as Determined by the Budget Commission and
Authorizing the Necessary Tax Levies and Certifying them to the County Auditor 2024-2025:
10.02 Approval of Donations:
10.03 Approval of the March 2024 Financial Reports:
10.04 Approval of the March 2024 Purchase Orders Greater than $3,000:
Motion by Mark Ballard second by Barbie Washington
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Jay Ferguson, Barbie Washington
24-R-52 REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT-PERSONNEL MATTERS-11.01-
11.02
11.01 Approval of appointments:
Please note: Jacqueline Stroud, Health Professional, change effective date from 3/6/2024 to 3/4/2024. This was
approved on 3/11/2024.
11.02 Approval of resignations and retirements:
Motion by Mark Ballard second by Barbie Washington
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Jay Ferguson, Barbie Washington
24-R-53 REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT-PERSONNEL MATTERS-11.03
11.03 Approval to renew the following administrative limited contracts pursuant to ORC 3319.02:
Motion by Barbie Washington second by Jay Ferguson
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Jay Ferguson, Barbie Washington
Abstain: Bill Sturgill
24-R-54 REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT-PERSONNEL MATTERS-11.04-
11.11
11.04 Approval of a one-year limited contract for certified staff be approved in accordance with ORC 3319.11 for the
2024-2025 school year:
11.05 Approval of recommendation to Non-Renew the following LEA member: Jaclyn Smolinski:
11.06 Approval of leave of absences for the 2023-2024 school year:
11.07 Approval of a MOU with the LEA to elect to "Opt Out" of medical insurance coverage. Agreeing to alterations of
28.02 E of the Master Agreement:
11.08 Approval of a Grievance Settlement with LEA to resolve the 2023 - 2024 grievance pertaining to the Insurance
Opt-Out in 28.02 E of the Master Agreement:
11.09 Approval of Athletic Supplemental Contracts for the 2023/2024 School Year:
Name (last, first) Position Building Salary
11.10 Approval of a MOU with LEA that in order to receive the supplementary bonus of 3% the DLT team members
must fully attend at least 80% of all meetings.
11.11 Approval of contract with Public School Works (PSW) to provide online training for our employees:
Motion by Mark Ballard second by Bill Sturgill
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Jay Ferguson
Abstain: Barbie Washington
24-R-55 REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE CEO-OPERATIONS MATTERS-12.01-12.22
Resolution:24-R-55
Department: Athletic Department
Head of Department: Bryan Koury
12.01 Addendum to contract with Promentor for Software As A Service (SAAS) Internet Application to assist with
professional development and online onboarding training for the athletic department through June 30, 2027, not to
exceed $2,000.00:
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department- Operations
Name of Department Head- Mary Mayse
12.02 Approval of contract with the Ohio Department of Education for a Community Eligibility Provision Agreement
(CEP) to participate in the free breakfast and lunch program FY 2024-2028:
12.03 Approval of a contract with Suburban Transportation Company,Inc for students requiring transportation FY
2024-25:
12.04 Approval of a updated contract with Medical Mobile of Ohio, LLC 2023-2024 FY:
12.05 Approval of Change Orders 015, 017, 018, and 019 through Rycon Construction for George Daniel Stadium
Renovation Phase 1:This is an expenditure not to exceed $25,464.65.
12.06 Approval of contract with Terminal Ready Mix, Inc for George Daniel Remediation work: This is a general fund
expenditure not to exceed $21,500.00.
12.07 Approval of a MOU for Snap-Ed Education with The Ohio State University for FY 2025:
12.08 Approval of contracts with Hazel Wood Floors to refinish gymnasium floors at General Johnnie, Southview,
Longfellow and Lorain High School: This is a maintenance expenditure not to exceed $136,065.00.
12.09 Approval of an Invoice with Firelands Electric, Inc to extend sign power 80 feet for Campana Park Softball Field:
This is a general fund expenditure not to exceed $4,490.00.
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department: Information Technology
Name of Department Head: Drew Stevens
12.10 Approval of renewal of Cohesity Data Software from 4/27/2024 to 7/31/2024: This is a general fund
expenditure not to exceed $11,014.16.
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department: Safety and Security
Name of Department Head: Reuben Figueroa
12.11 Approval of a contract with Wadsworth Solutions to assist with safety management:
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department: Special Education
Name of Department Head: Linda Coad, Executive Director
12.12 Approval of 2024-2025 Phonak Comprehensive Service Plan Lorain City Schools Sonova USA Inc. HA/FM units
under 5 years of age. This CSP has been pro-rated to have all of our Districts equipment expire 6/30/2025. For those
units 4 years and younger which have had continuous renewal of service, loss and damage coverage is provided at no
additional charge: This is a general fund expenditure not to exceed $2,887.91.
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department: Safety and Security
Name of Department Head: Reuben Figueroa
12.13 Approval of workshops with Do It for James Foundation: This is a general fund expenditure not to exceed
$8,000.00.
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department: WrapAround Services
Name of Department Head: Stephen Sturgill
12.14 Approval of the contract with Supergames to provide outdoor activities for the Spring Event 2024:This is a
wellness fund expenditure not to exceed $9,900.00.
12.15 Approval of vendor contract with Marbury & Associates LLC: The Board will not cover any medical cost.
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department- Stevan Dohanos
Name of Department Head- Marie Deshuk
12.16 Approval of a contract with Fawn's Party Rental for bounce houses to be used on field day at Dohanos: This is a
student activity expenditure not to exceed $175.00.
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department- Washington
Name of Department Head- Jessica Dugan
12.17 Approval of a contract with Fawn's Party Rental for bounce houses to be used on field day at Washington: This is
a student activity expenditure not to exceed $175.00.
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department- Helen Steiner Rice
Name of Department Head- Amanda Ward
12.18 Approval of a contract with Fawn's Party Rental for bounce houses to be used on field day at Helen Steiner
Rice: This is a student activity expenditure not to exceed $300.00.
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department- Elementary Curriculum
Name of Department Head-Bill Ohle
12.19 Approval of a contract with Fawn's Party Rental for bounce houses to be used at the 5th graders field day that
will take place at Lorain High School: This is a student activity expenditure not to exceed $300.00.
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department- Longfellow
Name of Department Head- Andrew Hoffman
12.20 Approval of DJ services for Longfellow end of year events:
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department- WrapAround Services
Name of Department Head- Steven Sturgill
12.21 Approval of a contract with Spraggins Entertainment for Music, DJ, Entertainment Services: This is an
ESSER/LHS Student Activity expenditure not to exceed $225.00.
Resolution:24-R-55
Name of Department- Hawthorne Elementary
Name of Department Head- Toi Shorts
12.22 Approval of a contract with SPARK Theatre 4 Youth to perform at Hawthorne: This is a student activity
expenditure not to exceed $250.00.
Motion by Mark Ballard second by Bill Sturgill
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Jay Ferguson, Barbie Washington
24-R-56 REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT-OTHER MATTERS-13.01
13.01 Approval of the following out of state field trip for LCS Robotics Team competing in JROTC Nationals at Worlds to
perform in Dallas, TX from 4/27/24 - 4/30/24:
Motion by Bill Sturgill second by Barbie Washington
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Jay Ferguson, Barbie Washington
-Ross May gave a presentation on the Media Centers across the district. **See attached presentation.
14. NEW BUSINESS-None
15. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND REQUESTS FROM BOARD MEMBERS-None
16. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC-None
17. ANNOUNCEMENT OF NEXT BOARD MEETING-Item 17.01
17.01 Announcement of Next Board Meeting-Regular Meeting May 13, 2024 at 5:00PM
*Lorain High School, Bldg. C, 1st Floor-Boardroom*
24-R-57 ADJOURNMENT- Item 18.01
18.01 Adjournment-Meeting Adjourned at 6:44PM
Motion by Barbie Washington second by Bill Sturgill
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Courtney Nazario, Mark Ballard, Bill Sturgill, Jay Ferguson, Barbie Washington
APPROVED
DATE: April 22, 2024
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Courtney Nazario, President
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Tia Kearney, Treasurer