Lakota Local School District (Butler County), OH
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Topics found in recent meetings
- Budget & taxes
- Resolutions & ordinances
- Contracts & procurement
- Planning & zoning
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Lakota Local School District (Butler County)OH averageUS Census ACS
School district
School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data; proficiency = EDFacts state-assessment range midpoints)
Enrollment17,887 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$11,590 (FY2020)
Schools22 · 684 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$205.1M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency77% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency78% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch20% (2018)
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Work Session Agenda
Board work session: levy training with Ennis Britton
The Lakota Local School District Board of Education is holding a work session that is largely procedural, including agenda approval, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a motion to enter executive session. The main substantive item is levy training with Ennis Britton, presented as information. The meeting is not a public community meeting, and public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1.
- Levy training with Ennis Britton (information item)
- Motion to enter executive session
- Approval of the agenda
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Approve adjournment
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Work Session Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota Central Office
Conference Room D & E
5572 Princeton Road
Liberty Township, OH 45011
7:00 A.M.
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This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 7:00 A.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Aug 11, 2026 - Work Session Agenda
Category
2. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action
File Attachments
3. Opening Items
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
Aug 11, 2026 - Work Session Agenda
Category
3. Opening Items
Type
File Attachments
4. Executive Session
Subject
A. Motion to enter into executive session
Meeting
Aug 11, 2026 - Work Session Agenda
Category
4. Executive Session
Type
Action, Discussion
File Attachments
5. Board Work Session
Subject
A. Levy training with Ennis Britton
Meeting
Aug 11, 2026 - Work Session Agenda
Category
5. Board Work Session
Type
Information
File Attachments
6. Adjourn
Subject
A. Approve Adjournment
Meeting
Aug 11, 2026 - Work Session Agenda
Category
6. Adjourn
Type
Action
File A …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 7:00 A.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to enter into executive session
4 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Mon Jul 27, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
Lakota Board of Education to review security protocols and personnel items
The Board of Education will discuss student achievement data and a financial forecast review. The body is deciding on personnel items, job descriptions, and school resource officer memorandums of understanding. Two executive sessions are scheduled to discuss security arrangements and employee compensation.
- Butler County and West Chester SRO MOUs
- Resolution declaring transportation impractical for the 2026-2027 school year
- Approval of seven additional transition days for Interim Treasurer Randy Bertram at per diem rate
- Second read policies po1520, po7540.09, and po5200 Attendance
- Approval of LEHS Girls Golf overnight field trip
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Monday, July 27, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegience
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
Jul 27, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegience
Type
File Attachments
3. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Jul 27, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action, Procedural
File Attachments
4. Opening Items
Subject
A. Board President's Comments
Meeting
Jul 27, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Opening Items
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
B. Superintendent's Comments
Meeting
Jul 27, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Opening Items
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
C. Treasurer's Comments
Meeting
Jul 27, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Opening Items
Type
Information
File Attachments
5. Student Achievement
Subject
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to amend the agenda to include a discussion around Transportation Impractical in the Administrative Report Section of the agenda.
21 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Mon Jun 29, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
Board to adopt FY26 final and FY27 temporary appropriations
The Lakota Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with several action items. The board is expected to adopt final FY26 appropriations and temporary FY27 appropriations, approve a lunch price increase of $0.25 for all grade levels, and authorize participation in the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission program. Other actions include approving personnel items, job descriptions, contracts, and a resolution declaring transportation impractical for the upcoming school year.
- Adopt FY2026 Final Appropriations and FY2027 Temporary Appropriations
- Increase lunch prices by $0.25 for ECS/elementary and junior high/high school (to $3.50 each)
- Resolution to participate in Ohio Facilities Construction Commission Classroom Facilities Assistance Program
- Approve new job descriptions for special education, custodial, and other positions
- Approve contracts including ParentSquare renewal and modular addendum for Cherokee and VanGorden
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Monday, June 29, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegience
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
Jun 29, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegience
Type
File Attachments
3. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Jun 29, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
Approval of Agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Julie Shaffer, second by Benjamin Nguyen.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Opening Items
Subject
A. Board President's Comments
Meeting
Jun 29, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Opening Items
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
B. Superintendent's Comments
Meeting
Jun 29, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Opening Items
Type
Informa …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to enter into executive session (1) To consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public…
3 yea
Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
Lakota board to vote on $223.5M bond issue for Nov 2026 election
The Lakota Board of Education will consider a resolution to place a $223,483,492 bond issue on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Other action items include approving new job descriptions for several administrative positions, approving personnel items, and entering executive session to discuss employee compensation and property sale. The board will also hear spring data highlights and approve contracts and financial reports.
- Resolution to proceed with $223,483,492 bond issue for November 2026 election
- Approve new job descriptions: Assistant Director Curriculum K-6 and 7-12, Assistant Director Special Ed, Associate Principal, Director Assessment, Manager Benefits
- Executive session for employee compensation, property sale, and negotiations
- Approval of contracts including PS Contract, ThoughtExchange change order, Lakota East/West 5-year contracts, Wurtzler Consulting, WCESC service quote, Vector Solutions renewal
- Approve personnel items and summer work pay
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Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegience
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
Jun 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegience
Type
File Attachments
3. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Jun 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
Approval of Agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Julie Shaffer, second by Alex Argo.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Opening Items
Subject
A. Board President's Comments
Meeting
Jun 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Opening Items
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
B. Superintendent's Comments
Meeting
Jun 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Opening Items …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to enter into executive session (1) To consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public…
5 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Fri May 22, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
Board approves two-year teacher contract
The Lakota Local School District Board of Education held a special meeting on May 22, 2026, and approved a collective bargaining agreement with the Lakota Education Association (LEA) for July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028. The board also entered executive session to prepare for or review negotiations with public employees. All motions were approved unanimously. The meeting included procedural items such as approving the agenda and adjournment.
- Approval of LEA contract (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2028)
- Executive session for negotiations under Ohio Rev. Code 121.22(G)(4)
- Unanimous vote on all action items (5-0)
- Meeting held at Lakota East Freshman School, 7630 Bethany Road, Liberty Township
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Friday, May 22, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
8:00 A.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 8:00 A.M Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
May 22, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Type
Action, Procedural
File Attachments
3. Approve Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to approve agenda
Meeting
May 22, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approve Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve agenda
Motion by Julie Shaffer, second by Alex Argo.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Executive Session
Subject
A. Motion to enter into executive session
Meeting
May 22, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Executive Session
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to enter into executive session
(1) To prepare for, conducting, or reviewing negotiations or bargaining …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 8:00 A.M Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to approve agenda
5 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Wed May 20, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
Board approves $223.4 million bond levy resolution
The Lakota Local School District Board of Education approved a resolution of necessity for a $223,483,492 bond levy to begin collections in 2029. The board also approved an interim treasurer contract and new job descriptions. A proposal for an earned income tax was failed by the board.
- Approved Resolution of Necessity for a $223,483,492 bond levy
- Failed resolution to proceed with an earned income tax
- Approved Interim Treasurer Contract
- Approved a reduction in force to suspend a classified staff contract
- Approved new job descriptions for Specialist - Technology and IA - Hub
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota Central Office
Conference Room D & E
5572 Princeton Road
Liberty Township, OH 45011
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegience
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
May 20, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegience
Type
Discussion, Information
File Attachments
3. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
May 20, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
Approval of Agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Benjamin Nguyen, second by Alex Argo.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Opening Items
Subject
A. Board President's Comments
Meeting
May 20, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Opening Items
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
B. Superintendent's Comments
Meeting
May 20, 2026 - Regular Meeting …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to enter into executive session (1) To consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public…
15 yea
Alex Argo yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Douglas Horton yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Tue May 12, 2026
Work Session Meeting Agenda
Board to review capital plan at work session
The Lakota Local School District Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss the capital plan, public participation training, and the board action timeline. No formal decisions are expected on these discussion items. The board will also approve the agenda and adjourn.
- Public Participation Training for board members
- Capital Plan Review
- Review Board Action Timeline
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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Work Session Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota Central Office
Conference Room D & E
5572 Princeton Road
Liberty Township, OH 45011
7:00 A.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 7:00 A.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Approve Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to approve agenda
Meeting
May 12, 2026 - Work Session Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Approve Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve agenda
Motion by Alex Argo, second by Julie Shaffer.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
3. Opening Items
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
May 12, 2026 - Work Session Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Opening Items
Type
Action, Procedural
File Attachments
4. Board Work Session
Subject
A. Public Participation Training
Meeting
May 12, 2026 - Work Session Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Board Work Session
Type
File Attachments
Subject
B. Capital Plan Review
Meeting
May 12, 2026 - Work Session Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Board Work Session …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 7:00 A.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to approve agenda
3 yea
Alex Argo yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Mon May 4, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
Board approves $223.5M bond levy resolution and tax measures
The Lakota Board of Education approved a resolution of necessity for a $223,483,492 bond levy and also authorized a resolution requesting certification of a 0.75% earned income tax. The board also approved second readings of multiple board policies, a transportation contract with Petermann for the 2026-2027 school year, revised and new job descriptions, and personnel items. An executive session was held to discuss employee matters.
- Approved Resolution of Necessity for $223,483,492 bond levy (7A)
- Approved Resolution Requesting Certification of 0.75% Earned Income Tax (7D)
- Approved Petermann pricing proposal for 2026-2027 school year transportation (6E)
- Approved 2nd readings of board policies including PO 0169.1 Replacement and PO 5113.01 (6A-C)
- Approved revised and new job descriptions for multiple district positions (6F-G)
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Monday, May 4, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegience
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
May 4, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegience
Type
File Attachments
3. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
May 4, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
Approval of Agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Benjamin Nguyen, second by Julie Shaffer.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Executive Session
Subject
A. Motion to enter into executive session 1) To consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official. (See Ohio Rev. Code 121.22(G)(1A)).
Meeting
May 4, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda …
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to enter into executive session 1) To consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public…
23 yea · 1 nay
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Alex Argo yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Douglas Horton nay · Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Mon Apr 27, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
Board to discuss rescheduling, executive session for personnel and property
The board considers approving the agenda, hears a student spotlight from Heritage ECS, discusses rescheduling the April 27 meeting, and enters executive session for personnel, property purchase, and negotiations. Voting results show the agenda and executive session motions were approved.
- Approval of the agenda (motion passed unanimously)
- Discussion of rescheduling the April 27, 2026 meeting
- Executive session to consider personnel, property purchase, and negotiations
- Student spotlight presentation from Heritage ECS (ELA/Social Studies/Math & Science)
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Monday, April 27, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M.
Subject
A. Listening Session Link
Meeting
Apr 27, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M.
Type
Information
Listening Session Link
File Attachments
2. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegience
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
Apr 27, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Pledge of Allegience
Type
File Attachments
4. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Apr 27, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
Approval of Agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Julie Shaffer, second by Alex Argo.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
5. Opening Items
Subject
A. Board President's Comments …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M. — Motion to enter into executive session (1) To consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee…
5 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Mon Apr 13, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
Board to discuss Master Facility Plan and related tax forecasts
The Lakota Board of Education will hold a special meeting that includes an executive session for negotiating with public employees and a discussion of the Master Facility Plan, supported by documents forecasting a 0.75% earned income tax, bond, and operating costs. The board will also take routine actions to approve the agenda and adjourn.
- Executive session under Ohio Rev. Code 121.22(G)(4) for contract negotiations with public employees
- Master Facility Plan presentation and discussion with multiple supporting documents
- Forecasting a 0.75 percent earned income tax attachment
- Forecasting bond and operating costs attachments
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Monday, April 13, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota Central Office
Conference Room D & E
5572 Princeton Road
Liberty Township, OH 45011
3:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 3:00 P.M Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Apr 13, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Type
Action, Procedural
File Attachments
3. Approve Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to approve agenda
Meeting
Apr 13, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approve Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve agenda
Motion by Benjamin Nguyen, second by Julie Shaffer.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Executive Session
Subject
A. Motion to enter into executive session Motion to enter into executive session (6) to prepare for, conducting, or reviewing negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or other terms and conditions of thei …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 3:00 P.M Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to approve agenda
5 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Tue Apr 7, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda - Community Partnership Forum
Lakota school board to discuss shared services partnerships
The Lakota Local School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting labeled as a Community Partnership Forum to discuss shared services collaboration. The agenda includes a group discussion covering background, areas for exploration, opportunities, focus areas, and next steps. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is primarily informational and discussion-based.
- Group discussion on shared services collaboration background
- Discussion of areas for exploration for partnerships
- Review of opportunities for shared services
- Identification of focus areas
- Summary of takeaways and next steps
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Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda - Community Partnership Forum
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Kemba Community Room
8763 Union Centre Blvd
West Chester Township, OH 45069
11:30 A.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 11:30 A.M Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Approve Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to approve agenda
Meeting
Apr 7, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda - Community Partnership Forum
Category
2. Approve Agenda
Type
Action
File Attachments
Shared Services Collaboration Meeting Agenda - April 7, 2026.pdf (185 KB)
3. Pledge of Allegiance
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Apr 7, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda - Community Partnership Forum
Category
3. Pledge of Allegiance
Type
Action, Procedural
File Attachments
4. Group Discussion
Subject
A. Background
Meeting
Apr 7, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda - Community Partnership Forum
Category
4. Group Discussion
Type
Discussion, Information
File Attachments
Shared Services Meeting Notes 1.21.26.pdf (141 KB)
Subject
B. Areas for Exploration
Meeting
Apr 7, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda - Community Partnership Forum
Category
4 …
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Mon Apr 6, 2026
Work Session Meeting Agenda
Board to discuss master facility plan options and funding
The Lakota Local School District Board of Education held a work session where they discussed the master facility plan, including options, community engagement, timeline, and funding sources. They also approved personnel items and job descriptions for executive director roles. A motion to add a second reading of policy 0169.1 to the agenda failed. The board entered executive session to discuss employee compensation, property sale, and negotiations.
- Discussion of master facility plan options, community engagement, timeline, and funding sources
- Approval of personnel items (details in attached PDF)
- Approval of job descriptions for Executive Director - Pupil Personnel Services and Executive Director - Special Education
- Failed motion to add second reading of policy 0169.1 to the agenda (3-1 vote)
- Board entered executive session for employee matters, property sale, and negotiations
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Monday, April 6, 2026
Work Session Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota Central Office
Conference Room D & E
5572 Princeton Road
Liberty Township, OH 45011
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Approve Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to approve agenda
Meeting
Apr 6, 2026 - Work Session Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Approve Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve agenda
Motion by Julie Shaffer, second by Alex Argo.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
3. Motion to Amend the Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to amend the agenda to add 2nd read of policy 0169.1 to the agenda.
Meeting
Apr 6, 2026 - Work Session Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Motion to Amend the Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to amend the agenda to add 2nd read of policy 0169.1 to the agenda.
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to amend the agenda to add 2nd read of policy 0169.1 to the agenda.
Motion by Benjamin Nguyen, se …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to approve agenda
10 yea
Benjamin Nguyen yea · Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Mon Mar 23, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
School board approves pavement rehab, tax levy, and new policies
The Lakota Board of Education approved the base bid and selected alternates for district-wide pavement rehabilitation, adopted a resolution accepting tax levy amounts and rates for 2026-2027, and approved the first read of numerous board policies. The board also reviewed the draft 2027-2028 school calendar and approved personnel items, science textbooks, and field trips. An executive session was held for employee and security matters.
- Approved base bid and alternates #1-5,12,14 from Cincinnati Asphalt Inc for district-wide pavement rehabilitation.
- Adopted resolution accepting 2026-2027 tax levy amounts and rates as determined by the Budget Commission.
- Approved first read of 15 board policies including student conduct, fees, and safety.
- Approved the first read of the draft 2027-2028 academic calendar.
- Approved science textbook quotes and personnel items including job descriptions.
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Monday, March 23, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M.
Subject
A. Listening Session Link
Meeting
Mar 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M.
Type
Information
Listening Session Link
File Attachments
2. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Mar 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
Approval of Agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Alex Argo, second by Julie Shaffer.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Opening Items
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
Mar 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Opening Items
Type
File Attachments
Subject
B. Board President's Comments
Meeting
Mar 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M. — Motion to enter into executive session
4 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Tue Mar 10, 2026
Work Session Meeting Agenda
Board discusses public comment policy in work session
The Lakota Local School District Board of Education held a work session meeting. The board approved the agenda, entered executive session to discuss personnel, property, and negotiations, and held a work session discussion on revising the public comment policy. The meeting adjourned after the discussion.
- Approval of meeting agenda
- Motion to enter executive session (personnel, property purchase, negotiations)
- Board work session on public comment policy, including committee drafts, wording, and timeline
- Approval of adjournment
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Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Work Session Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota Central Office
Conference Room D & E
5572 Princeton Road
Liberty Township, OH 45011
7:00 A.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 7:00 A.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Approve Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to approve agenda
Meeting
Mar 10, 2026 - Work Session Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Approve Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve agenda
Motion by Julie Shaffer, second by Douglas Horton.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Douglas Horton, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
3. Opening Items
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Mar 10, 2026 - Work Session Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Opening Items
Type
Action, Procedural
File Attachments
4. Executive Session
Subject
A. Motion to enter into executive session(1) To consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official. (See Ohio Rev. Code 121.22(G)(1A));(2) To consider the purchase of property for public purposes b …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 7:00 A.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to approve agenda
4 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Tue Feb 24, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
Board to discuss master facility plan options, community engagement, timeline, and funding.
This is a special meeting of the Lakota Local School District Board of Education. The board will discuss the Master Facility Plan, including options, community engagement, timeline, and funding sources. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items such as approving the agenda and adjournment.
- Discussion of Master Facility Plan Review: options, community engagement, timeline, and funding sources.
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Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota Central Office
Conference Room D & E
5572 Princeton Road
Liberty Township, OH 45011
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 6:00 PM Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Feb 24, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Type
Action, Procedural
File Attachments
3. Approve Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to approve agenda
Meeting
Feb 24, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approve Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve agenda
Motion by Benjamin Nguyen, second by Julie Shaffer.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Master Facility Plan Review
Subject
A. Discussion around options, feedback/community engagement, timeline, and funding sources
Meeting
Feb 24, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Master Facility Plan Review
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
5. Adjour …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 6:00 PM Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to approve agenda
5 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Mon Feb 23, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
Lakota school board to review financial forecast, textbook adoption, capital budget
The Lakota Board of Education is meeting to discuss and act on items including a financial forecast, a science textbook adoption presentation, and information on the capital budget proposal. The board will also consider personnel items, field trips, donations, and resolutions regarding treasurer compensation and expenditure procedures. An executive session is scheduled for personnel and property matters.
- Science textbook adoption presentation
- Financial forecast presentation for February 2026
- Capital budget proposal information
- Resolution to set procedure for authorized proper public purpose expenditure 2026
- Approve field trips including Lakota East choir trip to Disney World (March 30-April 4, 2027) and Lakota West softball tournament (March 27-30, 2026)
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Monday, February 23, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M.
Subject
A. Listening Session Link
Meeting
Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M.
Type
Information
Listening Session Link
File Attachments
2. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegience
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Pledge of Allegience
Type
File Attachments
4. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
Approval of Agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Alex Argo, second by Benjamin Nguyen.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
5. Opening Items
Subject
A. Board President's Comments …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M. — Motion to approve .5 (one-half day) per diem for the Treasurer for attending the Board Retreat on a contracted holiday per the work calendar of February 16th 2026 in…
5 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Tue Feb 17, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
Board retreat covers priorities, legal update, and crossing guards
The Lakota Local School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting retreat on February 17, 2026. The agenda includes discussions on the district's past, present, and future, priority focus areas with supporting handouts, a legal update, and crossing guards. No formal votes on policy or budget items are scheduled; the meeting is primarily discussion and information.
- Discussion on priority focus areas with handouts (Focus Areas Handout, Goal Template, SMART Goals, Treasurer Goals)
- Legal update presented by legal counsel (Legal Update.pdf)
- Discussion of crossing guards
- Discussion of district story: past, present, future
- Procedural approval of agenda and adjournment
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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota Family YMCA
Community Room
6703 Yankee Rd.
Liberty Township, OH 45044
8:00 A.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 8:00 A.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Feb 17, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Type
Action, Procedural
File Attachments
3. Approve Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to approve agenda
Meeting
Feb 17, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approve Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve agenda
File Attachments
Lakota Retreat February 2026.pptx.pdf (1,287 KB)
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve agenda
Motion by Alex Argo, second by Douglas Horton.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Board Retreat
Subject
A. Reconnection and Warm-up
Meeting
Feb 17, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Board Retreat
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Subject
B. District Story: Past, Present, Future
Meeting
Feb 17, 2026 …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 8:00 A.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to approve agenda
5 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Mon Feb 16, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
Board enters executive session for personnel; holds retreat
The Lakota Local School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting that includes a board retreat with discussions on operating norms, hardest lessons, effective culture, and hypothetical situations. The board also voted to enter executive session to consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official. The meeting includes approval of the agenda and adjournment.
- Executive session under Ohio Rev. Code 121.22(G)(1A) for personnel matters
- Board retreat discussions on operating norms, hardest lessons, effective culture, and hypothetical situations
- Master Facilities Committee dates discussed
- Motion to approve agenda passed unanimously
- Meeting held at Lakota Family YMCA, 6703 Yankee Rd., Liberty Township
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Monday, February 16, 2026
Special Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota Family YMCA
Community Room
6703 Yankee Rd.
Liberty Township, OH 45044
1:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 1:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Feb 16, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Type
Action, Procedural
File Attachments
3. Approve Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to approve agenda
Meeting
Feb 16, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approve Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve agenda
File Attachments
Lakota Retreat February 2026.pptx.pdf (1,287 KB)
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve agenda
Motion by Benjamin Nguyen, second by Douglas Horton.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Board Retreat
Subject
A. Welcome and Framing: Purpose
Meeting
Feb 16, 2026 - Special Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Board Retreat
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Subject
B. Storytelling: Why I Serve
Meeting …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 1:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to approve agenda
5 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Tue Feb 3, 2026
Work Session Agenda
Board to enter executive session for negotiations, discuss public comment policy
This work session includes a discussion on the board's public comment policy and a motion to enter executive session for collective bargaining negotiations. The board also approved the agenda and adjourned.
- Discussion of Board Policy on Public Comment (item 4A)
- Motion to enter executive session for negotiations with public employees (item 5A, Ohio Rev. Code 121.22(G)(4))
- Approval of the agenda
- Adjournment
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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Work Session Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota Central Office
Conference Room D & E
5572 Princeton Road
Liberty Township, OH 45011
7:00 A.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 7:00 A.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Feb 3, 2026 - Work Session Agenda
Category
2. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Approval of the Agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Approval of the Agenda
Motion by Douglas Horton, second by Julie Shaffer.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Douglas Horton, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
3. Opening Items
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
Feb 3, 2026 - Work Session Agenda
Category
3. Opening Items
Type
File Attachments
4. Board Work Session
Subject
A. Policy: Public Comment Discussion
Meeting
Feb 3, 2026 - Work Session Agenda
Category
4. Board Work Session
Type
Information
File Attachments
5. Executive Session
Subject
A. Motion enter executive session to prepare for, conducting, or reviewing negotiations o …
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
Board to discuss Master Facility Plan and consider $223M bond issues
The Lakota Board of Education will hold a listening session, discuss the Master Facility Plan with timeline and options, and vote on resolutions to proceed with $223,483,492 in bonds (30-year and 37-year) and certify them to the Board of Elections. The board will also enter executive sessions for personnel and legal matters, approve minutes, financial reports, and donations.
- Discussion of Master Facility Plan timeline, feedback, and options (Options A-E)
- Resolution to proceed with a 30-year bond issue of $223,483,492
- Resolution to proceed with a 37-year bond issue of $223,483,492
- Approval of donations (list attached as DONATIONS 020226.pdf)
- Approval of minutes from January 12, 14, and 20, 2026 meetings
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Monday, February 2, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M.
Subject
A. Listening Session Link
Meeting
Feb 2, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M.
Type
Information
Listening Session Link
File Attachments
2. 6:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Feb 2, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
Approval of Agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Julie Shaffer, second by Alex Argo.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
4. Pledge of Allegiance
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
Feb 2, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Pledge of Allegiance
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
5. Executive Session
Subject
A. Motion to enter i …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. Listening Session 5:30 P.M. — Motion to enter into executive session
5 yea
Alex Argo yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Tue Jan 20, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
Board approves 30-year and 37-year bond issues
The board discussed the Master Facility Plan timeline and feedback, then approved resolutions for 30-year and 37-year bond issues to fund the plan. They also approved resolutions requesting certification of estimated tax rates for a 0.5% earned income tax and a 0.25% traditional income tax, second-read policies, personnel items, and donations.
- Approved Resolution of Necessity of Bond Issue – 30 Year (4-1 vote, Nguyen nay)
- Approved Resolution of Necessity of Bond Issue – 37 Year (4-1 vote, Nguyen nay)
- Approved Resolution Requesting Certification of Estimated Tax Rates – 0.5% Earned Income Tax
- Approved Resolution Requesting Certification of Estimated Tax Rates – 0.25% Traditional Income Tax
- Discussed Master Facility Plan timeline, feedback, and options
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Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
7:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 7:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Approval of the Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Jan 20, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Approval of the Agenda
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
Approval of Agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Julie Shaffer, second by Alex Argo.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Julie Shaffer, Kelley Casper
3. Opening Items
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegience
Meeting
Jan 20, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Opening Items
Type
File Attachments
Subject
B. Board President's Comments
Meeting
Jan 20, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Opening Items
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
C. Superintendent's Comments
Meeting
Jan 20, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Opening Items
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 7:00 P.M. Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to approve Resolution of Necessity of Bond Issue - 30 Year
10 yea
Alex Argo yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea · Alex Argo yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea · Kelley Casper yea
Wed Jan 14, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
Board to discuss Master Facility Plan timeline and feedback
The Board of Education will hold a discussion on the Master Facility Plan, focusing on the timeline, community feedback, and options. This is the main substantive item on an otherwise procedural agenda. The meeting includes standard actions such as approving the agenda and adjournment.
- Master Facility Plan Review: discussion on timeline, feedback, and options, with supporting documents (MFP Discussion Documents, TE Feedback Summary, Common Themes, Focus Group Feedback)
schoolsfacility-planningboard-meetingmaster-plan
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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Regular Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
6:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 6:00 PM Call to Order - Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Type
Action, Procedural
File Attachments
3. Approve Agenda
Subject
A. Motion to approve agenda
Meeting
Jan 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approve Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve agenda
Motion by Benjamin Nguyen, second by Julie Shaffer.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Kelley Casper, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer
4. Master Facility Plan Review
Subject
A. Discussion around timeline, feedback and options.
Meeting
Jan 14, 2026 - Regular Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Master Facility Plan Review
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
MFP Discussion Documents for Tech.pdf (1,020 KB)
MFP TE Feedback Summary.pdf (265 KB)
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 6:00 PM Call to Order - Roll Call — Motion to approve agenda
4 yea
Alex Argo yea · Kelley Casper yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea
Mon Jan 12, 2026
Organizational Meeting Agenda
Lakota Local School District holds 2026 organizational meeting
The Board of Education conducted its annual organizational business, including swearing in new members and electing officers. The board approved several professional memberships, established the 2026 meeting calendar, and authorized a Board Service Fund.
- Swearing in of new members Alex Argo and Kelley Casper
- Election of Kelley Casper as 2026 Board President
- Election of Douglas Horton as 2026 Board Vice President
- Ohio School Boards Association membership renewal for $9,326
- School Management News subscription for $175.00
educationgovernment-organizationbudgetleadership
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Monday, January 12, 2026
Organizational Meeting Agenda
LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO
Meeting of the Board of Education
Lakota East Freshman School
7630 Bethany Road
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
5:00 P.M.
*
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not considered a public community meeting. Public participation is governed by Board Bylaw 0169.1—Public Participation at Board Meetings.
1. 4:50 p.m. Swear in of New Members
Subject
A. Oath of Office
Meeting
Jan 12, 2026 - Organizational Meeting Agenda
Category
1. 4:50 p.m. Swear in of New Members
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Oath of Office_Argo.pdf (27 KB)
Oath of Office_Casper.pdf (29 KB)
2. 5:00 p.m. Call to Order - Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda
Subject
A. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Jan 12, 2026 - Organizational Meeting Agenda
Category
3. Approval of Agenda
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve the agenda
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to approve the agenda
Motion by Alex Argo, second by Benjamin Nguyen.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Yea: Alex Argo, Kelley Casper, Douglas Horton, Benjamin Nguyen, Julie Shaffer
4. Opening Items
Subject
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 12, 2026 - Organizational Meeting Agenda
Category
4. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
5. Ele …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1. 4:50 p.m. Swear in of New Members — Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Alex Argo yea · Kelley Casper yea · Douglas Horton yea · Benjamin Nguyen yea · Julie Shaffer yea
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