Auburn Vocational School District BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes of June 4, 2024

The June 4, 2024 regular meeting of the Auburn Vocational School District was called to order by Mr. Miller at 6:30 p.m.

The following members were present:

Dr. Culotta Mr. Kent
Miss Maruschak

Mr. Miller Mrs. Rayburn Mr. Hach

Mrs. Gaskins Mrs. Wheeler

Absent: Mrs. Brush and Mr. Cahill

Administrators: Brian Bontempo, Sherry Williamson, Victoria DePasquale and Jeff Slavkovsky

75-24	Approve Agenda and Addendum

A motion was made by Mr. Kent seconded by Mrs. Gaskins to approve the June 4, 2024 agenda and addendum.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

76-24	Approve Minutes of the April 25, 2024 Special Meeting

A motion was made by Mr. Hach and seconded by Miss Maruschak to approve the minutes of the April 25, 2024 Special Board meeting.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, and Mr. Hach

Nays: None

Abstain: Mrs. Gaskins, Mrs. Wheeler Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

77-24	Approve Minutes of the May 7, 2024 Regular Meeting

A motion was made by Mr. Hach and seconded by Dr. Culotta to approve the minutes of the May 7, 2024 Regular Board meeting.

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Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None

Abstain: Mrs. Gaskins

Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

Administrative Report

	Student Harassment Report
	Adult Workforce Education Update

Facilities Update
	Jeff Slavkovsky gave an update to the Board

Public Participation – None

Render Financial Reports

ORC 3313.29-The treasurer shall render a statement to the boardandto the superintendent of the school district, monthly, or more often if required, showing the revenues and receipts from whatever sources derived, the various appropriations made by the board, the expenditures and disbursements therefrom, the purposes thereof, the balances remaining in each appropriation, and the assets and liabilities of the school district. The financial statements for the period ending April 30, 2024 are hereby rendered and include: Financial Summary, Appropriations Report, Monthly Comparison Report, Check Register, and Bank Reconciliation Report. (Attachment Item #8)

No Action Required.

78-24	Approve for Unanticipated Transfer and Adjustment of Appropriations

A motion was made by Mr. Kent andseconded byDr. Culotta to amend the Certificate of Estimated Resources and adjust appropriations, as needed on June 30, 2024, and transfer to any other fund as necessary in order to avoid an operating deficit on June 30, 2024.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None

Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

79-24	Approve Temporary Appropriations FY 24-25

A motion was made by Mr. Kent and seconded by Miss Maruschak to approve Temporary Appropriations for FY25 at 85% of the FY24 expenditures. The Permanent Appropriations will be presented to the Board for approval at the September 2024 regular board meeting.
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Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

80-24	Approve Financial Services

A motion was made by Mrs. Gaskins and seconded by Mrs. Wheeler to approve the engagement of Plattenburg Certified Public Accountants to compile the required Basic Financial Statements for the fiscal year end June 30, 2024. The Basic Financial Statements are to be presented in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The fixed fee for the services will be $9,950. (Attachment #11)

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

81-24	Approve Donations

A motion was made by Miss Maruschak and seconded by Mr. Kent approve the following donation:

Donation of Gage Blocks(several sets); 3 larger OD Micrometers; Height Inspection Gage;Go-No Go Inspection Gages from Kennametal forour Manufacturingprograms.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

82-24	Human Resources

A motion was made by Mr. Miller and seconded by Mrs. Rayburn to approve employment of the following Personnel items: Amendments, New Employees for High School and Adult Workforce, Out of State Travel - Staff, Out of State Travel -Students, Resignations, Retirements, Stipends, Supplemental, Substitutes, and Student Intern positions. (Attachment #13)

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

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83-24	Approve 3-Year Contract for the Director of High School

A motion was made by Mrs. Wheeler and seconded by Mrs. Gaskins to approve Mr. Christopher Mitchell for a 3-year, 220-day administrator’s contract effective July 11, 2024.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

84-24	Approve 3-Year Contract for the Director of Practical Nursing

A motion was made by Mrs. Gaskins and seconded by Mrs. Wheeler to approve Mrs. KarenHowell fora 3-year,260-day administrator’s contract effective August 1,2024.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

85-24	Approve 3-Year Contract for the Director of Curriculum & Instruction

A motion was made by Mrs. Gaskins and seconded by Mr. Hach to approve Mr. David Leone for a 3-year, 260-day administrator’s contract effective August 1, 2024.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None

Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

86-24	Approve 3-Year Contract for the Director of Adult Workforce

A motion was made by Mrs. Wheeler and seconded by Miss Maruschak to approve Mrs. Michelle Rodewald for a 3-year, 220-day administrator’s contract effective July 11, 2024.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

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87-24	Approve 2-Year Contract for the Director of Industrial Trades

A motion was made by Mrs. Gaskins and seconded by Mrs. Wheeler to approve Mr. Kelly Bean for a 2-year, 220-day administrator’s contract effective August 1, 2024.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

88-24	Approve Director of Career Development and Enrollment Position/Job Description

A motion was made by Mr. Miller and seconded by Mrs. Wheeler to approve a full-time Director of Career Development and Enrollment to provide leadership in the coordination and delivery of career development to students in the Lake and Geauga county districts for the 2024-2025 school year. (Attachment #19)

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

89-24	Approve Textbooks for SY24-25

A motion was made by Mr. Kent and seconded by Mrs. Rayburn to approve the following textbook for the high school Patient Care Technician program:

Hartman’s Complete Guide for the Patient Care Technician Textbook and Workbook. New (1st edition, published 2024) PCT textbook and companion workbook. Specific to PCT content with most up to date information available. (Hartman Publishing, Inc.)

Nursing Assisting A Foundation in Caregiving Sixth Edition Textbook and Workbook. Textbook and Workbook change from what had been used in the PCT program previously. Published in 2023 the 6th Edition offers more expansive information than current text and includes a workbook. (Hartman Publishing, Inc.)

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

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90-24	Approve Landscape Maintenance Quote

A motion was made by Mr. Miller and seconded by Mrs. Gaskins to approve the following landscape maintenance quote from Exscape Design of Novelty, Ohio at the amount of $21,261 for the 2024-2025 school year. This year is the first year of a 2 year contract with Exscape Design. (Attachment #21)

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

91-24	Approve 2024-2025 SY Breakfast & Lunch Meal Prices

A motion was made by Mr. Kent and seconded by Mrs. Wheeler to approve the following 2024-2025 school year breakfast and lunch meal prices:

Breakfast $2.45 (price not changed) Reduced Price Breakfast $.30

Lunch $3.75 (price not changed) Reduced Price Lunch $.40

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None

Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

92-24	Approval of Consent Agenda

A motion was made by Mr. Hach and seconded by Miss Maruschak to approve that Item #24 A-D be approved as a consent motion

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

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93-24	Contract/Affiliation Agreement

A motion was made by Mrs. Gaskins and seconded by Mrs. Rayburn to approve the following contract and/or affiliation agreement(s):

A. Training Provider Agreement between Auburn Career Center and Rome Fire Department (Attachment Item #24A)

B. Practical Nursing Program Clinical Site and Preceptor Experience Agreement between Auburn Career Center and Ashtabula County Nursing and Rehab Center (Attachment Item #24B)

C. MOU between Ravenwood Health and Auburn Career Center for the 2024-2025 school year (Attachment Item #24C)

D. AAMC Clinical Training Affiliation Agreement Between Auburn Career Center and University Hospitals (Attachment #24D)

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

94-24	Executive Session

A motion was made by Mrs. Gaskins and seconded by Mrs. Rayburn to recess into consecutive executive sessions at 7:07 p.m. pursuant to R.C. 121.22 (G)(1) for the following purposes: (1) conferencing with an attorney for the public body concerning disputes involving the public body that are the subject of pending or imminent court action. (2) preparing for, conducting, or reviewing collective bargaining strategy by division (G)(4) of section 121.22 of the Revised Code. Upon conclusion of these executive sessions, the Board President shall gavel the Board back into open session at this location. All matters discussed in these executive sessions are designated to the public officials and employees as confidential pursuant to R.C. 102.03(B) because of the status of the proceedings and/or the circumstances under which the information will be received, and preserving its confidentiality is necessary to the proper conduct of government business.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

Return to public session at 8:29 p.m.

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95-24	Approve Settlement Agreement and Release

A motion was made by Mrs. Gaskins and seconded by Dr. Culotta to approve the Settlement Agreement and Release between Auburn Vocational School District Board of Education and Open Government Advocates c/o Brian Ames. (Attachment #26)

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

96-24	Adjourn

A motion was made by Mrs. Gaskins and seconded by Miss Maruschak to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m.

Roll Call:	Ayes: Dr. Culotta, Mr. Kent, Miss Maruschak, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Rayburn, Mr. Hach, Mrs. Gaskins, and Mrs. Wheeler

Nays: None
Mr. Miller declared the motion passed

_________________	___________________ Treasurer

___________	______________________ Board President

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