Meeting Details
September 15, 2020
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 hr
Galion Middle School Computer Lab
Purpose
N/A
1.
PRELIMINARY ITEMS
1.1
Roll Call
1.2
Pledge of Allegiance
1.3
Adopt Agenda
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
1.4
Acknowledgement of Guests
1.5
Community Input
2.
TREASURER'S REPORT
2.1
August 12, 2020 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
2.2
August 2020 Financial Statements
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
2.3
Audit Compliance - System Generated Reports
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
2.4
Major Medical Insurance Rate Premiums
Recommend to approve the health care related insurance premium rates, effective January 1, 2021 as follows:
MAJOR MEDICAL Insurance Premium increase of 3%
DENTAL Insurance Premium increase of 0%
VISION Insurance Premium increase of 0%
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
2.5
Permanent Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2021
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
2.6
Amended Certificate of Estimated Resources Fiscal Year 2021
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
2.7
Establish Fund 510 Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF)
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
2.8
Fund to Fund Transfer - Casino Revenue
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
2.9
Fee Holiday 2020-2021 Athlete Drug Testing
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
2.10
Closing Documents - 828 Edwards Street
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
2.11
Addendum Item - Refunding Series 2013 Bond Refinancing Discussion
Minutes
The Galion Board of Education decided to forgo the Refunding Series 2013 Bond Refinancing Option until the first quarter of 2021.
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
3.
DONATIONS
3.1
Galion Elementary PTO
Recommend to accept a $4,000 donation from the Galion Elementary PTO for the benefit of the Galion Primary Principal's Fund ($2,000) and the Galion Intermediate Principal's Fund ($2,000)
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
3.2
Iron Vault Distillery
Recommend to accept the donation of over 50 gallons hand sanitizer (a value of $1500) from the Iron Vault Distillery to the Galion City School District.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
3.3
KFC
Recommend to accept 240 meals (one for each staff member) from KFC in Galion.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
3.4
Anonymous Donor
Recommend to accept $1000 from an anonymous donor for Girls Soccer uniforms.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
3.5
Galion Community Education Foundation
Recommend to accept $10,000 from the Galion Community Education Foundation for the continuation and growth of the Robotics Program.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
4.
REPORTS & DISCUSSION
4.1
Superintendent's Report
5.
SUPERINTENDENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS- PERSONNEL
5.1
Administrative
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Ron Williams, Galion High School Principal, from Masters to Masters 15, effective with the first pay of the current contract year, per the administrative salary table.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
5.2
Certified
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Alison Weltmer, Galion Middle School Teacher, from Bachelors to Masters, effective with the first pay of the current contract year, per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Sarah Wegesin, Galion Primary School Teacher, from Masters to Masters + 15, effective with the first pay of the current contract year, per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Hannah Douglas, Galion Intermediate School Teacher, from Bachelors + 12 to Bachelors + 24, effective with the first pay of the current contract year, per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Recommend to accept the retirement resignation of Travis Watson, Galion High School Teacher, effective October 16, 2020.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
5.3
Certified Extra-Duty
Recommend to approve the following as Home Instruction Tutors for the 2020-2021 school year at the rate of $20.00 per hour:
- Angela Brocwell
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
5.4
Classified
Recommend to approve the employment of the following employees, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements applicable to the position. Employment terms to be based upon Article 4 of Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Galion City Schools Board of Education and OAPSE Local #370 Salary Schedule for the 2020-2021 school year:
- William Belcher-Donahue - Middle School Custodian, effective September 3, 2020
- Ashley VanDyke - 2 Hour Cook
- Connie Kiser - 4 Hour Cook
- Samantha Tanner - 3 Hour Cook
Recommend to approve employment of the following Classified Substitute Personnel, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements as applicable to the position, for the 2020-2021 school year:
- Jennifer Marsh - Substitute Secretary, Substitute Educational Aide, Substitute Cook, Substitute Custodian
- Vickie Adams - Substitute Secretary, Substitute Educational Aide, Substitute Cook
Recommend to accept the resignation of William Belcher-Donohue, Middle School Custodian, effective September 11, 2020.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
5.5
Pupil Activity Contracts
Recommend to accept the resignation of Keaton Durbin, Middle School Cheer Coach, effective August 19, 2020.
Recommend to approve the following Athletic Extra-Duty Assignments for the 2020-2021 school year, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements applicable to the position. Compensation to be based upon the Extra-Duty Pay Schedule as defined in the GEA Negotiated Agreement, if applicable:
- Megan Webber - Middle School Cheerleading
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
5.6
ADDENDUM ITEM Unclassified Support Staff
Recommend to approve Vickie Adams as Crossing Guard, to be paid at a rate of $10.00 per hour, not to exceed 25 hours per week.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
6.
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
6.1
OAPSE - Supplemental Contract for Head Golf Coach
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
7.
AGREEMENTS AND RESOLUTIONS
7.1
Mid-Ohio ESC - Professional Development for Non-Public School
Recommend to approve the amended agreement between the Galion City School District and Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, new effective date of September 1, 2020 through January 15, 2021, for the purpose of providing Professional Development services for Galion St. Joseph School, as attached:
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
7.2
Educational Service Center of Central Ohio
Recommend to approve the agreement between Galion City School District and Educational Service Center of Central Ohio, effective from August 18, 2020 through June 4, 2021 for the purpose of providing Professional Development services, as attached:
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
7.3
2020-2021 Community Counseling Service, Inc. Agreement
Recommend to approve the contract services agreement between the Galion City School District and Community Counseling Services, Inc., for the purpose of providing Licensed Counselor or Licensed Social Worker to District students in need, effective for the 2020-2021 school year, as attached:
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
8.
2020-2021 D.A.R.E. RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Ohio Revised Code, Section 4511.191, (L)(2)(e), currently known as the DUI Law, established the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Grants Fund to be housed and administered by the Office of the Attorney General of Ohio; and
WHEREAS, the primary purpose of the D.A.R.E. Grants Program is to assist in providing funds to local law enforcement agencies, specifically for the salaries of certified D.A.R.E. officers teaching, or planning to teach, the approved D.A.R.E. curriculum in the local schools; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Galion City Board of Education to avail ourselves of the opportunities provided by this program and to participate with complete commitment;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Galion City Board of Education, Galion, Ohio the majority of all members elected or appointed thereto concurring that:
Section 1: The Galion City Board of Education supports all efforts by the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department to pursue funding to implement the D.A.R.E. Program in the Galion City Schools.
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
9.
BOARD BYLAWS AND POLICIES
Recommend to approve the Second and Final Read of the attached Board Bylaws and Policies:
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
10.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
An executive session is requested for one or more of the following matters to:
_____ a. consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official, or to consider the investigations of charges or complaints against a public employee, official, licensee or "regulated individual"; unless the person 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.
RECESS TIME: PM
RECONVENE TIME: PM
11.
ADJOURN
Meeting Adjourned at: 7:53 PM
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Vice-President - Board of Education | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X |
