Toledo Public Schools public meetings in 2021

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Education met to approve a series of consent agenda items including personnel changes, financial reports, and facility contracts. Key decisions included awarding contracts for air handling upgrades and expanding substitute teacher employment.

• Awarded contracts for Air Handling Upgrades Phase I at Bowsher and Rogers
• Awarded contracts for Air Handling Upgrades Phase I at Scott and Start
• Resolution to expand employment of substitute teachers for the 2021-2022 school year
• Approval of the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending November 30, 2021
• Approval of policies regarding Evaluation of Professional Staff Administrators and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support

The Board approved several contracts for air handling upgrades at Bowsher, Rogers, Scott, and Start schools. Members also voted to expand the employment of substitute teachers for the 2021-2022 school year and approved various personnel and financial resolutions.

• Approved expanded employment of substitute teachers for 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Approved air handling upgrades Phase I for Bowsher and Rogers (5-0)
• Approved air handling upgrades Phase I for Scott and Start (5-0)
• Approved AFSCME MOU Resolution (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report ending Nov 30, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved policy on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Institutional Membership Resolution FY 2022 (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved resolution declaring private transportation impractical (5-0)

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will review consent agenda items including monthly financial reports, a resolution declaring private transportation impractical, and contracts for air handling upgrades at Bowsher/Rogers and Scott/Start schools. Discussions will cover the ESSER spending plan and an agreement with the City of Toledo concerning public safety. The committee will also consider a resolution for faithful performance bonds and renewal of institutional memberships.

• Resolution to award contract for Air Handling Upgrades Phase I at Bowsher and Rogers
• Resolution to award contract for Air Handling Upgrades Phase I at Scott and Start
• Resolution declaring private transportation impractical
• Discussion of ESSER Spending Plan for December 2021
• Discussion of Agreement with City of Toledo concerning Public Safety

Special Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on December 9, 2021, to conduct an executive session and adjourn.

• Executive session held
• Meeting reconvened from executive session
• Motion to adjourn carried

The board met for a special session to discuss the appointment, employment, and compensation of a public employee or official. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene from executive session (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (5-0)

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will review reports on the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and substitute teachers, and consider consent items for the December 14 board meeting.

• Review EEOC and grievance reports
• Consider substitute teacher employment expansion
• Review board agenda items for December 14
• Discuss HR department FAQs
• Contact Paramount Preferred Solutions for unemployment presentation

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Technology, Improvements and Process Committee will meet to review weekly COVID reports, present a safety and security update, and discuss the ESSER Fund mechanism and board member video locations.

• Weekly COVID report presentation
• Safety and Security Update presentation
• ESSER Fund Mechanism Update discussion
• Board Members Video Location discussion
• Executive Session to consider personnel matters

The committee received updates on COVID-19 vaccination numbers and the status of safety and security initiatives. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will meet to discuss proposed policy revisions regarding nondiscrimination, staff evaluations, and student intervention. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at 10:30 AM at the Educational Campus on N. Summit Street.

• Review of proposed nondiscrimination policies (AC, AC-E, AC-R)
• Review of staff administrator evaluation policy (AFC-2)
• Review of student reading skills intervention policy (IGBEA)
• Review of student promotion and retention policy (IKE)
• Review of positive behavioral interventions and support policy (JP)

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will convene at Waite High School to discuss agenda items and enter an executive session. The meeting is scheduled for December 6, 2021, at 9:00 AM.

• Welcome and agenda review
• Executive session to discuss employee matters
• Reconvene from executive session
• Next meeting scheduled

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on November 30, 2021, to approve a series of consent agenda items including administrative sections, financial reports, and resolutions for student events and policy updates.

• Resolution accepting resignation of Stephanie Eichenberg
• Approval of monthly financial report for October 31, 2021
• Resolution to transfer Hiett St. properties to LC Land Bank
• Resolution to promote student well-being and academic engagement
• Approval of graduates for November 2021

The Board passed a resolution opposing HB 290, known as the BackPack Bill. They also approved a wide range of personnel actions, policy updates, and financial reports via a consent agenda. Additionally, the Board accepted the resignation of Mrs. Eichenberg.

• Opposed HB 290 Statewide Universal Voucher Program (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Mrs. Eichenberg (5-0)
• Approved CBA between BOE, TAAP and Non-Represented Personnel (5-0)
• Approved agreement with LC Land Bank to transfer Hiett Properties (5-0)
• Approved resolution to promote Student Well-Being and Academic Engagement (5-0)
• Approved deduction change order for Waite HS Health Clinic (5-0)
• Approved GLCAP and LCFC contracts effective 12/1/2021 (5-0)
• Approved updates to policies on criminal records checks, hiring, and immunizations (5-0)

Special Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on November 17, 2021, to conduct a procedural roll call, enter an executive session, and discuss upcoming meeting dates. The meeting concluded with an adjournment.

• Roll call and opening procedures
• Executive session held
• Reconvene from executive session
• Discussion of upcoming board meeting dates
• Adjournment of the meeting

The Board entered into an executive session to discuss employee compensation and bargaining negotiations. No substantive public decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved entry into executive session (5-0)
• Approved reconvening from executive session (5-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (5-0)

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council will review financial statements, monitoring reports, and school readiness data. The council is also set to vote on two contracts for the upcoming year.

• Review of financial statements and monitoring reports
• Discussion on school readiness data
• Vote on GLCAP contract
• Vote on LCFC contract
• Voting for officers

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will meet at Rogers High School to conduct a welcome, review the agenda, and enter an executive session.

• Welcome and agenda review
• Executive session to consider employee matters
• Next meeting scheduled

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will approve the October 8, 2021 meeting minutes and adopt several consent‑agenda resolutions, including a declaration that private transportation is impractical and a land‑bank agreement for Hiett Street properties. It will also review financial reports, a deduction change order for the Waite High School Health Clinic, and discuss the five‑year forecast. The meeting concludes with community comments and an executive session.

• Approve October 8, 2021 Finance and Business Operations Committee meeting minutes
• Adopt Resolution Declaring Private Transportation Impractical
• Adopt Resolution to Enter Agreement with LC Land Bank to Transfer Hiett St. Properties
• Approve Deduction Change Order for the Waite HS Health Clinic
• Confirm purchases for board approval

The Finance and Business Operations Committee approved the transfer of four properties on Hiett Avenue for potential parking or playground expansion. The committee also approved the October 8 meeting minutes and a deduction change order for the Waite HS Health Clinic.

• Approved minutes for October 8, 2021 meeting
• Approved transfer of 401, 405, 407 and 411 Hiett Ave properties from Lucas County Land Bank to the District
• Approved $365 deduction change order for Waite HS Health Clinic
• Approved confirming purchase orders for the month

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Early Childhood Education Committee will consider contracts with GLCAP and LCFC for services through November 2022. The meeting also includes presentations on the Building Management System and strategic plans.

• GLCAP Contract 12/1/2021
• LCFC Contract 12/1/2021
• Building Management System & Strategic Plan presentation
• Head Start and Toledo Pre-K standing reports
• Early Childhood Education Committee meeting

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee is meeting to review academic scorecards and a resolution regarding social and emotional learning. The body will also discuss making curriculum more accessible to parents and review grant prospectuses for a produce program.

• Resolution to Promote Student Well-Being and Academic Engagement / Social and Emotional Learning
• Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Program grant prospectuses for multiple schools
• Board Monitoring System and Scorecard Review for Curriculum, Special Education, and Health & Wellness
• Industry Form and Credential Update for Career Technical Education (CTE)
• Discussion on making curriculum easily available to parents and guardians

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Technology, Improvements and Process Committee will review weekly COVID reports, discuss technology training and safety dashboards, and consider updates on the ESSER fund mechanism.

• Weekly COVID report and health updates
• Power-user training update
• Safety and security numbers and dashboard updates
• ASANA project overview
• ESSER Fund mechanism update

The committee received updates on COVID-19 trends, employee vaccination rates, and student discipline dashboards. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Discussed COVID-19 trends and scheduled vaccine clinics for November 22nd and 23rd
• Reviewed Mental Health and Wellness EAP and support service results
• Reviewed live discipline dashboard and high-level incidents
• Discussed ASANA project management process build out
• Tabled ESSER Fund Mechanism update pending re-coding

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Human Resource Committee will review consent items including administrative, instructional, and non-certified personnel actions, along with resolutions for Bowsher High School's fall play and athletic banquet. Reports on EEOC data and substitute teachers will be presented. The committee will discuss a proposal to increase all wages to living wage and clarify benefits timing for role changes, then enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Discussion on increasing all wages to living wage (item 9.03)
• Action on TFT MOU resolution (item 5.03)
• Action on Bowsher High School Fall Play resolution (item 6.01)
• EEOC comparison report for Nov 2020-2021 (item 7.01)
• Executive session for personnel matters (item 10.01)

Special Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board will vote on a resolution to appoint a delegate and an alternate to the 2021 OSBA Annual Business Meeting. This is the main action item on a short special meeting agenda that also includes roll call and adjournment.

• Resolution appointing OSBA delegate and alternate to the 2021 OSBA Annual Business Meeting (passed 5-0)

The Board approved a resolution to appoint a delegate and alternate to the 2021 OSBA Annual Business Meeting. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved Resolution No: 252-2021 appointing OSBA delegate and alternate (5-0)

Policy Committee

The committee will review the updated No Tobacco Use policy for district property and hear presentations on the Student Information and Reporting Scorecard and the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Scorecard. It will also consider previous business items such as professional staff hiring. An executive session will be held for confidential matters.

• Review KGC – No Tobacco Use on District Property (Version 2)
• Student Information and Reporting Scorecard Presentation
• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Scorecard Presentation
• Previous Business: GCD – Professional Staff Hiring
• Executive Session (confidential matters)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Education decided on several personnel pay increases and updated district policies. The meeting also included financial reports and the recognition of an Olympic medalist.

• Resolution for Minimum Wage Rate Increase effective January 2022
• Pay increase for substitute paraprofessionals, substitute food service, and substitute miscellaneous staff
• Resolution declaring private transportation impractical
• Approval of the monthly financial report for the period ending September 30, 2021
• Policy updates regarding nondiscrimination, staff-student relations, and personnel goals

The Board approved minimum wage increases and pay raises for substitute paraprofessionals, food service, and miscellaneous staff. Members also passed resolutions opposing HB 454 and denouncing the State Board of Education's repeal of a resolution regarding racism and equity. Several personnel and leave policies were rescinded.

• Approved minimum wage increase (5-0)
• Approved pay increase for substitute paraprofessional, food service, and miscellaneous staff (5-0)
• Approved Resolution in Opposition to HB 454 (5-0)
• Approved resolution denouncing State BOE's repeal of resolution condemning racism (5-0)
• Rescinded policies for FMLA Expansion and Emergency Paid Sick Leave (5-0)
• Approved Early Head Start Budget Revision Request (5-0)
• Approved GLCAP Program Design Change (5-0)
• Approved October 2021 Instructional Section (4-0, 1 abstain)

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Early Childhood Education Committee will review financial statements, Head Start communications, and enrollment data. The meeting includes a discussion on the Heatherdowns Building and an executive session.

• Review of Head Start and Toledo Pre-K communications
• Financial statements and budget reports
• Enrollment and kindergarten retention reports
• Discussion on the Heatherdowns Building
• Executive session for personnel or legal matters

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee is meeting to receive presentations and discuss various academic programs. The session focuses on curriculum updates, student data, and educational programming.

• Presentation on Naviance for grades 5-8
• Update on iReady Program and Special Education Indicators
• Review of Career Technology Education (CTE) program enrollment and capacity
• Discussion on ANSAT programming with the Toledo Zoo
• Presentation on TutorSmart

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council will receive standing reports including a communication from the Office of Head Start on vaccinating staff, financial statements, monthly PIR data, enrollment figures, and meal reports. A discussion item on Licensing and SUTQ Reports is also scheduled. No items require council approval.

• Communication from Office of Head Start on vaccinating staff (Vaccinating Head Start Staff.pdf)
• Financial statements: Fuelman expenses, regular and CRRSA/ARP budget vs. expense, in-kind report
• Monthly PIR (Program Information Report) snapshots for TPS, GLCAP, and EHS
• Enrollment report and meal report
• Discussion on Licensing and SUTQ (Step Up to Quality) reports

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will meet to discuss and approve consent items for the October 26, 2021 board meeting, including resolutions for minimum wage rate increases and wage increases for substitute workers. The committee will also review reports on grievances and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

• Consider consent items for Oct 26 board meeting
• Resolution for Minimum Wage Rate Increase January 2022
• Resolution for Substitute Paraprofessional, Substitute Clerical and Substitute Miscellaneous Worker wage increase
• Review Grievance Report
• Review EEOC Report

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Technology, Improvements and Process Committee will review COVID-19 reports and employee wellness programs. The body will also discuss security updates, project management implementation, and Chromebook replacements.

• Weekly COVID reports from 09-13-2021 to 10-03-2021
• Hoonuit and Performance Matters Dashboard demonstration
• ASANA Project Management Implementation discussion
• Qualtrics Complaint Tool Revision presentation
• Chromebook Replacement Update

The committee received updates on COVID-19 numbers, security remediation, and project management tools. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee is meeting to welcome members, adopt the agenda, and consider entering an executive session for purposes such as personnel, property, or legal matters. The agenda lists no other substantive actions or discussions.

• Executive session to discuss appointment, employment, or discipline of public employees; property purchase or sale; attorney conferences; labor negotiations; confidential matters; security protocols; or economic development.

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Finance and Business Operations Committee approved the September 30, 2021 monthly financial report and consent agenda items. The meeting included a discussion on the five-year forecast and action items regarding transportation staff updates and the UT Early Learning Center timeline.

• Approval of September 30, 2021 monthly financial report
• Consent agenda includes resolution declaring private transportation impractical
• Discussion on Five-Year Forecast October 2021
• Action items: Transportation Staff Update and UT Early Learning Center Timeline
• Executive session held regarding personnel and property matters

The committee reviewed the monthly financial report, investment activity, and treasury management. Members discussed state aid delays and the potential need for a new levy within the five-year forecast. No votes were recorded for the presented resolutions or purchase orders.

• Approved minutes for the September 10, 2021 meeting

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will review personnel policies, including recommendations to rescind expansions for Family and Medical Leave Act and Emergency Paid Sick Leave. The committee will also discuss nondiscrimination rules and student promotion.

• Review of Family and Medical Leave Act expansion (recommend rescinding)
• Review of Emergency Paid Sick Leave (recommend rescinding)
• Review of Professional Staff Hiring policy
• Discussion of nondiscrimination policy (AC-E)
• Review of student promotion and retention policy (IKE)

Regular Board Meeting

The board approved a consent agenda including resolutions for the DeVilbiss Renovation Project, a purchase and lease agreement with the State of Ohio for the UT Early Learning Center, and a settlement of an unemployment compensation claim. Also approved were the monthly financial report for August 2021 and several policy updates on curriculum, innovative education, and co-curricular activities. All items passed unanimously with five yes votes.

• Resolution awarding contract for DeVilbiss Renovation Project
• Resolution for purchase agreement and short-term lease with State of Ohio for UT Early Learning Center
• Resolution settling UE claim (Brinnie Foulkes)
• Monthly financial report for period ending August 31, 2021
• Policy adoptions on curriculum development, innovative education programs, and co-curricular activities

The Board approved a series of administrative, financial, and personnel resolutions. Key actions included updating policies on student discipline and adult education, and formally opposing five House Bills. The Board also approved a purchase and lease agreement for the UT Early Learning Center.

• Approved purchase and short-term lease agreement with State of Ohio for UT Early Learning Center (5-0)
• Approved DeVilbiss Renovation Project (5-0)
• Approved opposition to HB 126, HB 140, and HB 123 (5-0)
• Approved opposition to HB 322 and HB 327 (5-0)
• Approved updated policies on student suspension, expulsion, and permanent exclusion (5-0)
• Approved updated policies on hazing, bullying, harassment, intimidation, and dating violence (5-0)
• Approved adult education programs and adult diploma policies (5-0)
• Approved Early Childhood Education self-assessment plan and NFM waiver request (5-0)

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council will review financial statements and monitoring reports, and vote on a request for a Non-Food Menu (NFM) waiver.

• Review financial statements and monitoring reports
• Approve Self-Assessment Plan 2021
• Approve NFM Waiver Request
• Review Licensing and SUTQ Reports

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee met to review fall sports schedules, coach credential sessions, and arts updates. The meeting included a public comment period and an executive session.

• Review of Fall Sports schedules
• Coach Credential Sessions
• Arts program updates
• Public comment period
• Executive session scheduled

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee of Toledo Public Schools is meeting with a Public Hearing and an Executive Session on the agenda. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided agenda text, making the meeting largely procedural.

• Public Hearing (topic not specified)
• Executive Session

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee is reviewing monthly financial reports and several board action items. Proposed actions include a purchase agreement for the UT Early Learning Center and a resolution regarding the DeVilbiss Renovation Project.

• Monthly Financial Report for period ending August 31, 2021
• Resolution to enter a purchase and short-term lease agreement with the State of Ohio for the UT Early Learning Center
• Resolution to award contract for DeVilbiss Renovation Project
• Resolution declaring private transportation impractical
• Resolution settling UE claim

The Finance and Business Operations Committee approved the August 5, 2021 meeting minutes. Members reviewed monthly financial, investment, and insurance reports and discussed a purchase and lease agreement for the UT Early Learning Center.

• Approved August 5, 2021 meeting minutes

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee of Toledo Public Schools will receive updates on the Afrocentric Program, English Learner program, TEAMS report, and Virtual Academy. The committee will also consider information on two APEX credit recovery memoranda of understanding and a report card update.

• Afrocentric Program Update (presentation)
• English Learner Update (presentation)
• TEAMS Report (presentation)
• Two APEX Credit Recovery MOUs: after school and during school day
• School and District Report Cards Update (presentation)

Early Childhood Education Committee

The committee is reviewing standing reports on Head Start, Pre-K enrollment, and financial statements. The body is seeking board approval for a self-assessment plan and a waiver request.

• Board approval for Self-Assessment Plan 2021
• Board approval for NFM Waiver Request dated 8.25.2021
• Review of Head Start and ECE enrollment reports as of 8-31
• Review of CRRSA-ARP Budget vs. Expense September reports
• Review of Monthly Monitoring reports for TPS, GLCAP, and LCFC

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Technology, Improvements and Process Committee is meeting to discuss weekly COVID-19 reports covering August 9-29, 2021, and a data technology update. The agenda also includes presentations and discussions on major projects, board member inquiries, and parent complaints.

• Review of three weekly COVID-19 reports for the period August 9-29, 2021
• Presentation on data and technology updates
• Discussion on board member inquiries and parent complaints
• Welcome and mission/vision remarks by committee chair and co-chair

The committee discussed student COVID-19 quarantine protocols and vaccination verification. Staff provided updates on the implementation timelines for Power School Special Programs, Performance Matters, and Unified Insights-Hoonuit. No formal votes were taken during the meeting.

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource Committee will consider consent agenda items for the September 28 board meeting, including administrative, instructional, and non-certified personnel actions. The committee will also vote on memoranda of understanding with TAAP and TFT, and a resolution to start fall play. Reports on EEOC metrics, substitute teacher usage, and grievances are scheduled for discussion.

• Consent agenda: September 28 Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified sections (personnel actions)
• Resolution: TAAP (Toledo Association of Administrative Personnel) memorandum of understanding
• Resolution: TFT (Toledo Federation of Teachers) memorandum of understanding
• Non-MOU resolution: start fall play (date unspecified)
• Reports: EEOC comparison, substitute teacher report, grievance comparison

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will review and discuss multiple policies in Sections H and I (Negotiations & Instruction) and new business items. Key topics include student absences, permanent exclusion, hazing and bullying, suspension, and expulsion. The committee will also revisit previous business on innovative education programs and adult education.

• Discussion of redlined policy IF - Curriculum Development
• Discussion of redlined policy JED - Student Absences and Excuses
• Discussion of redlined policy JFCF - Hazing and Bullying (Harassment, Intimidation and Dating Violence)
• Discussion of redlined policy JGD - Student Suspension
• Discussion of redlined policy JGE - Student Expulsion

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education met to approve a series of consent agenda items including administrative, instructional, and financial reports, as well as resolutions for insurance renewals and a renovation project.

• Approval of NSTC Renovation Project contract
• Approval of Student Athletic Insurance renewal
• Approval of Yellow School Bus Stops for 2021-2022
• Approval of Calamity Day Alternative Make-Up Plan
• Approval of TFT MOU Resolution

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council is meeting to review financial statements, enrollment, and monitoring reports. The council is tasked with approving the 2020-2021 TPS Early Childhood Annual Report and the 2021-2022 Refunding Application.

• Approval of 2020-2021 TPS Early Childhood Annual Report
• Approval of Refunding Application 2021-2022
• Review of financial statements including CRRSA & ARP budgets
• Review of Monthly PIR and Enrollment reports
• Discussion of Licensing and SUTQ Reports

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Technology, Improvements and Process Committee will receive COVID-19 updates covering June 7 to August 1, 2021, and review major projects including a Hawkins Off-Leash Area presentation, discipline and safety data, a technology assessment, and an alternative report card proposal. These are informational reports and presentations; no votes are scheduled.

• COVID-19 weekly reports for June 7–August 1, 2021
• Hawkins Off-Leash Area presentation
• Discipline and Safety Data report
• Technology Assessment 2021 report
• Alternative Report Card Proposal

The committee discussed COVID-19 safety measures, vaccination incentives, and a proposed off-leash animal area at Hawkins. No formal votes were recorded; members requested further data on school safety and liability summaries for the off-leash project.

• Tabled discussion on Alternative Report Card Proposal until next month
• Requested liability summary and distinction between Off-Leash Area and Dog Park for Hawkins project
• Requested Discipline and Safety Data become a standing agenda item every other month

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will review and approve the Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified sections of the August 24, 2021 board agenda. The meeting also includes memoranda of understanding with the Toledo Federation of Teachers and AFSCME, an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission report, and a discussion on HR positives.

• Review Administrative Section for August 24 board meeting
• Review Instructional Section for August 24 board meeting
• Review Non Certified Section for August 24 board meeting
• Memorandum of Understanding with Toledo Federation of Teachers
• Memorandum of Understanding with AFSCME

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The committee will hold a meeting at the Toledo Public Schools Educational Campus. The agenda includes a welcome, a public hearing, and an executive session.

• Public Hearing
• Executive Session

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee of Toledo Public Schools meets to receive informational reports on athletics facilities, coaching staff composition, a 2021 scorecard, arts programs (SMARTS, wish list), proposed policy changes, and advertising updates. All items are for discussion only; no votes are scheduled. The next meeting is set for September 7, 2021.

• Data on staff vs. non-staff as coaches
• Facility report on athletic venues
• 2021 Scorecard for athletics
• SMARTS arts program update and wish list
• Proposed policy changes (new business)

Early Childhood Education Committee

The committee is meeting to review standing reports on enrollment, finances, and monitoring. The body is seeking board approval for a refunding application for the 2021-2022 period.

• Board approval for Refunding Application 2021-2022
• Financial statements including Head Start Budget vs. Expense and CRRSA & ARP reports
• Enrollment reports for EHS and ECE
• Monthly PIR reports for TPS, GLCAP, and LCFC
• Special Education Preschool Report for July 2021

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee is meeting to discuss and review several items, including a summer school review, natural science update, course recommendations, and federal grant prospectuses for FY22. They will also consider a proposed fees and fines schedule for 2021-2022, a virtual school update, and a draft resolution for alternative make-up days for calamity days. The meeting includes a presentation on McKinney-Vento homeless education services and a policy review of several educational program policies.

• Review of summer school survey results and teacher feedback
• Presentation of federal Title grants prospectuses for FY22 (Titles I, II, III, IV, and ARP-HCY)
• Consideration of a draft resolution for 2021-2022 calamity day alternative make-up plan
• Proposed fees and fines schedule for 2021-2022 school year
• Update on the McKinney-Vento program for homeless students

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will consider approval of the June 2021 monthly financial report and several action items, including an urgent necessity resolution to award a contract for the Natural Science & Technology Center renovation project. Other items include resolutions on student athletic insurance, yellow school bus stops, and the use of vehicles other than school buses for the 2021-2022 school year. The committee will also discuss ESSER funds and receive various reports on investments, treasury management, and aging accounts.

• Monthly Financial Report for period ending June 30, 2021, including revenue, expenditure, cash balance, and fund transfers
• Urgent Necessity Resolution to Award Contract for Natural Science & Technology Center Renovation Project
• Resolution approving Student Athletic Insurance Coverage for 2021-2022
• Resolution approving Yellow School Bus Stops for 2021-2022 school year
• Authorizing the use of vehicles other than school buses for 2021-2022

The Finance and Business Operations Committee approved the June 11, 2021 meeting minutes. The committee reviewed monthly financial reports and discussed the draft ESSER Fund Plan. Several resolutions regarding insurance, transportation, and contracts were presented.

• Approved June 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Awarded NSTC renovation project contract to Midwest Contracting
• Authorized purchase of student athletic accident insurance
• Approved yellow school bus stops for 2021-2022 school year
• Authorized use of non-school bus vehicles for special education students 2021-2022

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee is meeting to review and discuss proposed changes to student-related policies, including discipline, truancy, and harassment. The committee will also consider new business items regarding nondiscrimination and class rankings.

• Review of student discipline policies (JG, JGDA, JGE)
• Review of truancy policy (JEDA)
• Review of hazing and bullying policies (JFCF, JFCF-R)
• New business: Nondiscrimination policy (AC)
• New business: Class rankings policy (IKC)

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board held a regular meeting with procedural items, community comments, and a consent agenda covering HR, instructional, and non-certified actions, as well as a resolution designating depositories. The board also approved several early childhood education actions, including amendments for GLCAP and LCFC, a contract with East Toledo Family Center, and the ECE Annual Report. The meeting included recognition of retirees with 25+ years of service and various reports on early childhood programs.

• Recognition of July 27, 2021 retirees with 25 or more years of service
• Consent agenda approval of Administrative, Instructional, Non Certified, and TFT Resolution sections
• Resolution Designating Depositories for district funds
• Approval of GLCAP Amendment and LCFC Amendment for early childhood programs
• Approval of East Toledo Family Center contract for 2021-2022

The Board approved several human resources and finance resolutions via a consent agenda. Additionally, the Board approved amendments and a contract related to early childhood education.

• Approved Administrative Section Resolution No. 161-2021 (5-0)
• Approved Instructional Section Resolution No. 162-2021 (5-0)
• Approved Non Certified Section Resolution No. 163-2021 (5-0)
• Approved TFT Resolution No. 164-2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution Designating Depositories No. 165-2021 (5-0)
• Approved GLCAP Amendment July 2021 Resolution No. 166-2021 (5-0)
• Approved LCFC Amendment July 2021 Resolution No. 167-2021 (5-0)
• Approved East Toledo Family Center contract Resolution No. 168-2021 (5-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Education addressed several consent agenda items including financial reports and district policies. Key actions included approving the FY22 budget narrative and various bond resolutions for classroom facilities and school sites.

• FY22 Budget Narrative
• FY21 Final Appropriations Measure
• FY22 Final Appropriations Measure
• Bond Resolutions for 2012-A, 2012-B, 2012-C, and 2012-D
• Resolution to Award a Contract for the Waite HS Health Center

The Board approved the FY22 budget narrative and final appropriations measures. Other key actions included updating student dress codes for elementary and high school students and awarding a contract for the Waite HS Health Center.

• Approved FY22 Budget Narrative (5-0)
• Approved FY21 and FY22 Final Appropriations Measures (5-0)
• Approved contract for Waite HS Health Center (5-0)
• Approved revised Elementary and High School dress codes (5-0)
• Approved Juneteenth Resolution (5-0)
• Approved bond resolutions for refunding 2012 classroom and school facilities (5-0)
• Approved TFT MOU Resolution (5-0)
• Approved Family Needs Assessment for Early Childhood Education (5-0)

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council is meeting to review staff and parent survey results and various monthly financial and enrollment reports. The council will discuss early childhood education locations and licensing reports. One item is scheduled for formal approval.

• Approval of the Family Needs Assessment
• Presentation of 2021 Staff and Parent-Guardian Survey results
• Discussion of 2021-2022 ECE Locations
• Review of June 2021 financial statements and budget vs. expense reports
• Review of June 2021 enrollment and monitoring reports

Special Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education approved a settlement agreement during a special meeting on June 16, 2021. The board voted to adopt the resolution, which was moved by Bob Vasquez and seconded by Stephanie Eichenberg.

• Resolution approving Toledo ADM Settlement Agreement
• Board meeting held virtually on June 16, 2021

The Board held a special meeting to review and vote on a single resolution. The board approved the ADM settlement.

• Approved ADM settlement via Resolution No. 131-2021 (5-0)

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will meet virtually to review the monthly financial report for May 2021 and discuss the FY22 budget narrative. Action items include approving FY21 and FY22 appropriation measures, considering an urgent resolution for the Natural Science & Technology Center renovation project, and awarding a contract for the Waite High School Health Center. The committee will also receive reports on investments, accounts payable/receivable aging, self-insurance fund, and severance liability.

• Monthly Financial Report for period ending May 31, 2021
• FY22 Budget Narrative
• FY21 and FY22 Annual Appropriation Measure Drafts
• Urgent Necessity Resolution to Award Contract for NSTC Renovation Project
• Resolution to Award Contract for Waite HS Health Center

The committee reviewed the monthly financial report, FY22 budget narrative, and several appropriation drafts. No formal votes on contracts or budget resolutions were recorded, though several items were presented for future board action.

• Approved May 14, 2021 Finance Committee minutes

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Early Childhood Education Committee will review results from staff and parent surveys, discuss proposed locations for the 2021-2022 school year, and consider approving a family needs assessment. The meeting also includes standing reports on finances, enrollment, meals, and monitoring of Head Start and other programs.

• Presentation of 2021 staff and parent survey results
• Discussion of 2021-2022 ECE locations
• Action item: Family Needs Assessment for board approval
• Review of financial statements including Head Start fuelman and budget vs. expense
• Enrollment and meal reports

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee is meeting to discuss summer school and graduates. The body will review presentations on 2021-2022 programs and the UT/TPS Mobile Academic Clinic.

• Summer School Update
• Programs for 2021-2022 including Quaver Music, APEX, ALEKS, and iReady
• UT/TPS Mobile Academic Clinic presentation
• Hub Investment/Evaluation reflection summary
• Proposed Committee Meeting Dates for 2021-2022

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Technology, Improvements and Process Committee is reviewing weekly COVID-19 reports and a comparison of CDC data with TPS. The meeting also includes discussions regarding project management, health and wellness, and technology assessments.

• Weekly COVID reports from May 3 to May 23, 2021
• CDC-TPS Comparison report
• Project Management/Strategic Planning discussion
• Health and Wellness/COVID Fatigue discussion
• Technology assessment and planning discussions

The committee reviewed the District Wide Initiative project in ASANA and the technology assessment spreadsheet. Members discussed COVID-19 protocol updates and the process for project executive summaries and ROI forms. No formal votes were recorded.

• Reviewed District Wide Initiative project tasks in ASANA
• Reviewed technology assessment spreadsheet based on Performance Audit and Plante Moran recommendations

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will review and approve agenda items for the June 22, 2021 board meeting, including administrative, instructional, and non-certified sections, as well as memoranda of understanding for the TFT and AFSCME unions.

• Review June 22, 2021 Administrative Section
• Review June 22, 2021 Instructional Section
• Review June 22, 2021 Non Certified Section
• Review TFT MOU Resolution
• Review AFSCME MOU Resolution

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee is meeting to receive updates on several seasonal programs. Discussion topics include spring sports, coach credentials, and various summer opportunities.

• Spring Sports update
• Coach Credential Sessions update
• Coach/Candidates/Openings update
• Summer League update
• Summer Programs/Camps/Clinics and Arts Summer Programs updates

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will hold a public hearing featuring Angela Jordan. The committee will also review the FACE agenda for June 7, 2021, and conduct an executive session. No specific decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing – Angela Jordan
• Review of FACE agenda (06.07.2021)
• Executive session (closed)
• Welcome remarks
• Scheduling of next meeting

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will review and discuss several proposed policy updates, including a new nondiscrimination policy, a discrimination complaint procedure, food service management for free and reduced-price meals, and a student dress code for grades K-12. The committee will also consider revisions to policies on innovative education programs, adult education, and the adult diploma, as well as a recommendation to rescind the Diploma of Adult Education regulation.

• Review of AC - Nondiscrimination policy redline
• Review of AC-R - Discrimination Complaint Procedure (new)
• Review of EF/EFB - Food Service Management/Free and Reduced-Price Food Services redline
• Review of JFCA - Student Dress Code for grades K-12
• Review of IKE - Promotion and Retention of Students (previous business)

Special Board Meeting - Head Start Governance Training

The Toledo Public Schools Board approved a resolution regarding TFT negotiations. The meeting was a procedural session focused on Head Start governance training.

• Approved TFT Contract Resolution
• Head Start Board Governance Training
• Meeting held virtually on May 27, 2021

The Board approved the TFT Contract Resolution No. 130-2021. Additionally, Dr. Allen conducted Board Governance Training regarding Head Start.

• Approved TFT Contract Resolution No. 130-2021 (5-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education met virtually to approve a consent agenda including administrative, instructional, and financial reports, as well as contracts for the Woodward Press Box and Waite Spray Paint Booth.

• Approval of May 2021 Administrative, Instructional, and Non-Certified sections
• Approval of Monthly Financial Report for period ending April 30, 2021
• Contract award for Woodward Press Box project
• Change order for Waite Spray Paint Booth
• Approval of 2021-22 OHSAA Athletics Membership Resolution

The Board approved a series of administrative, instructional, and financial resolutions via a consent agenda. Key actions included awarding a contract for the Woodward Press Box and approving a new Pre-Pilot CTE course. The Board also approved the May Five Year Forecast and three early childhood education contract amendments.

• Approved contract for Woodward Press Box (4-0)
• Approved new Pre-Pilot Course - CTE (4-0)
• Approved May Five Year Forecast (4-0)
• Approved contract amendments for GLCAP, LCFC, and ETFC (4-0)
• Approved Waite Spray Paint Booth change order (4-0)
• Approved 2021-22 OHSAA Athletics Membership (4-0)
• Approved Emergency Management and Safety Plans (4-0)
• Approved monthly financial report ending April 30, 2021 (4-0)

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council will review financial statements, reports on enrollment and school readiness, and discuss funding from the American Rescue Plan. The council is also set to approve contract amendments for three partner organizations.

• Review FY 2021 American Rescue Plan funding increase
• Review financial statements and fuel expenses
• Review school readiness data for Winter 2021
• Approve contract amendment for GLCAP
• Approve contract amendment for LCFC

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Finance and Business Operations Committee met virtually on May 14, 2021, to approve minutes from April and review monthly financial reports ending April 30, 2021. The committee also approved consent items including a resolution for the Woodward Press Box Project and a change order for the Waite Spray Paint Booth.

• Approval of April 9, 2021 Finance Committee Minutes
• Monthly Financial Report Period Ending April 30, 2021
• Resolution for Solicitation of Applications From Depositories
• Placeholder Resolution to Award Contract for Woodward Press Box Project
• Change Order - Waite Spray Paint Booth

The committee approved the April 9, 2021 meeting minutes. Members reviewed a monthly financial report showing revenues $7 million over and expenses $6 million under projections. The committee discussed a plan for ESSER funding and the potential to refund Series 2012 Bonds to pass savings to taxpayers.

• Approved April 9, 2021 meeting minutes

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee is reviewing several educational topics including textbook selections and graduation requirements. The meeting includes presentations on a new CTE pre-pilot course and an Emergency Solutions Grant prospectus.

• K-8 Social Studies textbook selection update
• African American Studies textbook selection update
• New Course Proposal: Pre-Pilot Course - CTE
• Emergency Solutions Grant prospectus
• Permanent Graduation Requirements update

The committee selected McGraw Hill (K-5) and National Geographic (6-8) for the K-8 Social Studies curriculum and 'Black History 365' for African American Studies, both starting in 2021-2022. The district will also replace MAP testing with iReady for the 2021-2022 school year. A new Pre-Pilot CTE course was recommended for board approval.

• Selected McGraw Hill (K-5) and National Geographic (6-8) for K-8 Social Studies curriculum
• Selected 'Black History 365' for African American Studies textbook
• Decided to discontinue MAP testing and implement iReady starting 2021-2022
• Recommended Pre-Pilot CTE course for Board approval

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Early Childhood Education Committee will receive reports on Head Start funding, financial statements, enrollment, and other standing items. The committee also has two contract amendments for board approval: GLCAP and LCFC.

• GLCAP Contract Amendment
• LCFC Contract Amendment
• FY 2021 American Rescue Plan Funding Increase for Head Start Programs
• Financial statements including Head Start Fuelman, budget vs expense, ledger
• Enrollment reports for ECE and Head Start

The committee reviewed funding updates, including over $1 million from the American Rescue Plan and a $275,000 CRRSA award. Members discussed enrollment challenges in Early Head Start due to staffing and pandemic ratios. One contract amendment was approved to proceed to the Board.

• Approved ETFC Contract Amendment to go to the Board

Special Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on May 12, 2021, to conduct an executive session and adjourn.

• Executive session held
• Board reconvened from executive session
• Meeting adjourned

The Board entered an executive session to review negotiations and bargaining sessions with public employees concerning compensation and employment terms. The meeting was primarily procedural, consisting of the session and subsequent adjournment.

• Approved entering executive session for employee negotiations (5-0)
• Approved reconvening from executive session (5-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (5-0)

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Technology, Improvements and Process Committee will discuss COVID-19 updates from April to May 2021 and review major projects including a Data Governance Council Charter draft and a Technology Performance Audit. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for updates and discussion.

• COVID-19 weekly reports for April 5 – May 2, 2021
• Data Governance Council Charter draft and progression update
• Technology Performance Audit and IT assessments from Plante Moran
• Project Management/Strategic Planning discussion
• Health and Wellness/COVID Fatigue discussion

The committee received updates on COVID-19 vaccination clinics and the development of two data dashboards scheduled for August 2021. Staff presented a project management template using ASANA and discussed health and wellness resources for the next school year. No formal votes were recorded.

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will review and approve consent items for the May 26 board meeting, including administrative, non-certified, and instructional personnel sections, as well as memoranda of understanding for the Toledo Federation of Teachers and TAAP.

• Review Administrative Section for May 26, 2021
• Review Non-Certified Section for May 26, 2021
• Review Instructional Section for May 26, 2021
• Review TFT MOU Resolution
• Review TAAP MOU Resolution

The committee reviewed administrative, instructional, and non-certified staffing sections with no adjustments made. Three draft Memorandums of Understanding were presented for discussion, but no actions were taken on them. The meeting concluded after an executive session regarding personnel matters.

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee is meeting to discuss athletic memberships and summer programming. The body will review updates regarding specific sports and fine arts needs.

• OHSAA Membership Resolution
• Summer League and other summer activities
• Track, Baseball, and Softball updates
• Final Forms
• Fine Arts Wish List

The committee reviewed and accepted the 2021-22 OHSAA annual resolution. Members discussed the implementation of Final Forms for athlete tracking in July and reviewed schedules for summer sports and arts camps.

• Accepted 2021-22 OHSAA annual resolution
• Approved implementation of Final Forms electronic tracking system in July

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will meet virtually on May 11, 2021, to discuss agenda items and community comments. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM.

• Welcome and agenda review
• Community comments
• Executive session
• Next meeting scheduled
• Adjournment

The committee discussed the implementation of a new district-wide notification app and the roles of counselors and social workers. Members agreed to request that the Cabinet address the use of individual school apps and financial accounts to ensure district-wide consistency. No formal votes were recorded.

• Requested Cabinet review of individual school apps, social media, and financial accounts to move toward district-wide management
• Determined graduation capacity will be limited to 25% of regular gym capacity
• Scheduled Mental Health Advisory Committee to present at June or August FACE meeting

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will discuss updates to several school policies, including a new Emergency Management and Safety Plans policy, the existing Safety Plan, Use of Face Coverings, and Promotion and Retention of Students. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are listed as discussion.

• New business: EBC - Emergency Management and Safety Plans (discussion)
• Previous business: EB - Safety Plan (discussion)
• Previous business: EBEA - Use of Face Coverings (discussion)
• Previous business: IKE - Promotion and Retention of Students (discussion)
• Next meeting scheduled for June 1, 2021

The committee discussed improving district-wide communication during school lockdowns and the implementation of state-mandated threat assessment plans. No formal policy changes were decided during the meeting.

• No recommended changes made to Section F - Facilities Development
• Discussed standardizing district-wide communication for lockdowns
• Reviewed OSBA recommendations for Emergency Management and Safety Plans
• Discussed ADA compliance and face covering exceptions

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Education met virtually to review several consent agenda items. These included monthly financial reports, personnel actions, and updates to district policies.

• Monthly Financial Report for the period ending March 31, 2021
• Resolution to Modify Curriculum Requirements for the 2020-2021 School Year
• 2021-2022 Athletic Pay Rates
• Policy updates regarding Safety Programs, Face Coverings, and Food Allergies
• April 2021 Gifts & Contributions Report

The Board approved a series of administrative, instructional, and financial resolutions via a consent agenda. Key actions included modifying curriculum requirements for the 2020-2021 school year and updating policies on safety, face coverings, and food allergies.

• Approved Administrative, Instructional, and Non-Certified sections (Res. 84-86-2021) (5-0)
• Approved TFT and TAAP resolutions (Res. 87-88-2021) (5-0)
• Approved March 31, 2021 Monthly Financial Report (Res. 89-2021) (5-0)
• Approved Records Retention Schedule (Res. 91-2021) (5-0)
• Approved modification of 2020-2021 curriculum requirements (Res. 94-2021) (5-0)
• Approved policy updates for Safety Program, Face Coverings, and Food Allergies (Res. 95-97-2021) (5-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 Athletic Pay Rates (Res. 98-2021) (5-0)
• Approved Early Childhood Education Budget 3 Revision Request (Res. 101-2021) (5-0)

Head Start Policy Council

The Toledo Head Start Policy Council will consider a Budget 3 Revision Request for approval. Members will also receive standing reports on finances, enrollment, meals, and monitoring, and discuss summer learning opportunities and licensing reports.

• Budget 3 Revision Request for approval
• PNC Bank Donations / Recognition presentation
• Discussion of Summer Learning Opportunities 2021
• Discussion of Licensing and SUTQ Reports
• Standing reports on financial statements, enrollment, and meals

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Early Childhood Education Committee met virtually to review financial statements, enrollment data, and monitoring reports. The body also discussed a budget revision request for Board approval.

• Review of financial statements and budget revisions
• PNC Bank donation recognition
• Enrollment and monitoring reports for early childhood programs
• Summer learning opportunities report
• Policy Council meeting minutes

The committee approved a revision to Budget 3 to be sent to the Board. Members reviewed enrollment data showing 930 total ECE students and discussed special education assessment data and summer program preferences.

• Approved revision to current Budget 3 to go to the Board

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee will hear presentations on a resolution to modify curriculum requirements for the current school year, CTE programs aligned to job readiness seals, and district initiative updates. New business includes presentations on graduates, summer learning opportunities, and TEC summer programming, plus a discussion on staffing. No executive session is scheduled.

• Resolution to Modify Curriculum Requirements for the 2020-2021 School Year
• CTE Programs Aligned to the Job Readiness Seals
• District Initiatives - Updates (Three Year Initiative Plan Draft)
• TPS Summer Success! Extended Learning Opportunities 2021
• Toledo Early College Summer Math and Reading Proposals

The committee discussed a resolution to reduce 2020-2021 graduation requirements to the state minimum of 20 credits. Members reviewed the alignment of CTE programs with the Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal and outlined a multi-year timeline for new specialized high schools and programs. No formal votes were taken during this meeting.

• Proposed resolution to modify 2020-2021 graduation requirements from 21 to 20 credits (pending Board approval)
• Identified 7 CTE programs aligned with the Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal
• Planned summer school and extended learning from June 7 to July 1
• Proposed future initiatives including a Medical Magnet High School and Aerospace High School (planning stages)

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Technology, Improvements and Process Committee met to review a draft three-year initiative plan, a new district-wide academic program proposal, and weekly COVID-19 reports. The meeting also included reports on major technology projects, project management, and data management.

• Review of draft Three Year Initiative Plan
• Review of New District-Wide Academic Program Proposal Form
• Review of TPS Weekly COVID-19 reports
• Review of Technology Plan Check In
• Review of Performance Audit Technology

The committee discussed the status of major district initiatives, including the Afro-Centric curriculum pilot and the Teacher Exploration Career Tech Program. Staff provided updates on student vaccination clinics and the implementation of project management tools. No formal votes were recorded.

• Discussed draft three-year initiative plan (2017-2018)
• Reviewed academic program proposal for project status updates
• Planned vaccination clinics for students ages 16-18 with TLCHD
• Proposed use of ASANA for workflow process management
• Reviewed progress on data governance charter and information architecture warehousing
• Planned provision of tents to high schools for outdoor learning

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Human Resource Committee will meet virtually to review and approve administrative, instructional, and non-certified board agenda items, along with memoranda of understanding for various staff unions.

• Approval of Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified Sections
• Memoranda of Understanding for TFT and TAAP unions
• Reports on EEOC, substitute teacher tracking, and grievances
• Discussion on HR positives and TSL update
• Executive session scheduled

The committee reviewed administrative, instructional, and non-certified personnel appointments and separations. Members discussed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) regarding summer school and TSL Grant retention bonuses for teachers. The meeting included reports on EEOC diversity data and substitute teacher absence rates.

• Reviewed one administrative appointment
• Reviewed one instructional appointment
• Reviewed two non-certified appointments
• Discussed three TFT MOUs for TSL Grant retention and summer school
• Discussed one TAAP MOU for the TSL Grant
• Moved into Executive Session at 9:33 a.m. to discuss public employee personnel matters

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will convene virtually on April 13, 2021, to review its agenda and hold an executive session. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM.

• Review of Family and Community Engagement Committee agenda
• Executive session
• Next meeting scheduled

The committee reviewed a special education profile showing an overall rating of 'Needs Assistance' and discussed the need for more licensed social workers and counselors. Members requested detailed data on staff responsibilities and mental health service deliverables. No formal votes were recorded.

• Requested official report on the number, organization, and responsibilities of licensed social workers
• Requested official report on the number and responsibilities of district counselors
• Requested deliverables and outcome data for mental health services provided by partners

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee met virtually on April 13, 2021, to review athletic pay rates, schedules for 7th & 8th grade basketball, and track/baseball/softball events. The meeting also included updates on the start of orchestra performances, camps, and an arts showcase.

• Review of Athletic Pay Schedule
• 7th & 8th Grade Basketball schedules
• Track/Baseball/Softball updates
• Orchestra performance start
• Arts Showcase and camps

The committee decided there would be no changes to athletic pay rates for the 2021-22 school year. Members discussed potential revenue from selling athletic and arts assets to community partners and reviewed challenges regarding music program recruitment.

• Maintained athletic pay rates for 2021-22 school year

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will consider the monthly financial report for the period ending March 31, 2021, and a resolution accepting amounts and rates for fiscal year 2022. Other action items include approving the records retention schedule and confirming purchases. The committee will also receive reports on investments, tax abatements, treasury management, and other financial matters.

• Monthly Financial Report for period ending March 31, 2021
• Resolution Accepting Amounts and Rates for FY22
• Resolution Approving the Records Retention Schedule
• Purchases for Board Confirmation (amounts not specified)
• Tax Abatement Update report

The committee reviewed the March 2021 financial report, noting that revenue was higher and expenses were lower than anticipated. Members discussed the re-entry into the commercial paper market and the implementation of the PaymentWorks fraud prevention program.

• Approved March 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Passed resolution accepting levy amounts and rates from the County Auditor
• Passed resolution approving the records retention schedule for the Ohio Historical Society
• Confirmed purchase orders for the month, including an emergency freezer repair

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will meet virtually to discuss updates to district policies regarding student safety, technology use, and data retention. The meeting agenda lists several policy revisions for review but no new business items.

• Review of EB - Safety Program
• Review of EBEA - Use of Face Coverings
• Review of EDE - Computer/Online Services
• Review of EHA - Data and Records Retention
• Discussion of IKE - Promotion and Retention of Students

The committee approved a new policy regarding the use of face coverings. Several other policies, including those for food allergies and computer use, were pulled for further legal or administrative review.

• Approved EBEA - Use of Face Coverings policy
• Pulled EDE - Computer/Online Services for further review
• Pulled EDE-R - Computer/Online Services for further review
• Tabled EFH - Food Allergies pending legal department review of liability

Regular Board Meeting

The board recognized National History Day students advancing to state competition and retirees with 25+ years of service. It also heard community comments and organizational input from unions. The board approved the consent agenda, which included administrative, instructional, and non-certified personnel sections, the monthly financial report for February 2021, a prospectus resolution, purchases for board confirmation, and a gifts/contributions report.

• National History Day students from TTA advancing to state competition
• Retirees with 25 or more years of service recognized
• Approval of administrative, instructional, and non-certified personnel sections
• Monthly financial report for period ending February 28, 2021
• Prospectus resolution and purchases for board confirmation

The Board voted to enter negotiations for student transportation services despite concerns regarding the loss of public transportation for seniors. Additionally, the Board approved several administrative, financial, and early childhood education resolutions.

• Approved resolution to enter negotiations for student transportation services (4-1)
• Approved Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified sections (5-0)
• Approved February 28, 2021 Monthly Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved Board Service Fund and purchases for board confirmation (5-0)
• Approved Prospectus Resolution (5-0)
• Approved DGA authorized signatures for facsimile use (5-0)
• Approved March 2021 Gifts & Contributions Report (5-0)
• Approved Early Childhood Education carryover budgets and COLA funds application (5-0)

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council will review financial statements, enrollment, and monitoring reports, and vote on two carryover budget items for Period 2 and CARES funding. No discussion or action items beyond routine approvals are listed.

• 5.01 Carryover Budget Period 2
• 5.02 Carryover CARES
• 3.02 Financial Statements (Budget vs. Expense, Ledger, In-Kind Reports)
• 3.05 Enrollment Report
• 4.01 Licensing and SUTQ Reports

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will consider a resolution authorizing negotiations for student transportation services for the 2021-2022 school year. They will also review the monthly financial report for February 2021 and a records retention schedule resolution. Other business includes approval of minutes, purchases for board confirmation, and several financial reports.

• Resolution to enter negotiations for student transportation services for FY 21-22
• Monthly financial report for period ending February 28, 2021
• Resolution approving the records retention schedule
• Purchases for board confirmation
• List of investments and other financial reports

The committee approved the minutes from February 17, 2021, and a resolution for the records retention schedule. Members discussed a proposal to enter negotiations for student transportation services for FY 21-22 following TARTA's intent to discontinue certain routes. The committee also designated delegates for the National Hispanic Council of School Board Members.

• Approved February 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved resolution for the records retention schedule
• Appointed Mr. Vasquez as delegate and Ms. Barnes as alternative for the National Hispanic Council of School Board Members

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Early Childhood Education Committee will receive updates on pre-K programs, financial reports, and monitoring data, and is scheduled to approve budget carryovers for Period 2 and CARES.

• Review of Hope Toledo Pre-K presentation
• Approval of Carryover Budget Period 2
• Approval of Carryover Cares
• Monthly monitoring reports for ECE programs
• Financial reports and enrollment data

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee met virtually to review an Afrocentric curriculum update, discuss pandemic remediation, and present updates on community hubs and a DOJ agreement.

• Afrocentric Curriculum Update presentation
• Pandemic Remediation discussion
• Community Hubs Update presentation
• DOJ Agreement Update discussion
• Comprehensive Guide to TPS questionnaire distribution

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will review personnel-related consent agenda items for the March 23, 2021 board meeting, including administrative, instructional, and non-certified sections. The committee will also receive reports on EEOC, grievances, substitute teacher tracking, and the strategic plan. No memoranda of understanding or non-MOU resolutions are on the agenda. The meeting will include an executive session.

• Review of March 23 board agenda administrative section (action consent)
• Review of March 23 board agenda instructional section (action consent)
• Review of March 23 board agenda non-certified section (action consent)
• EEOC report
• Grievance and substitute teacher tracking reports

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Technology, Improvements and Process Committee will open with a welcome and a review of its mission and vision. It will present a weekly COVID-19 report covering March 1‑7, 2021. The committee will also receive informational updates on project management/strategic planning, data management, and health and wellness initiatives. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Weekly COVID-19 report (03-01-2021 to 03-07-2021)
• Project Management/Strategic Planning information
• Data Management presentation (TPS EIM 03082021)
• Health and Wellness information

The committee received updates on COVID-19 guidelines and the district's health and wellness plans. Staff presented an overview of Enterprise Information Management and Data Governance. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee met virtually on March 9, 2021, to review new business, old business, and updates regarding city league results and study tables.

• Review of OHSAA membership status
• Discussion of coach information
• Updates on City League results
• Review of study tables
• Updates on 7th & 8th Grade Program

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The meeting includes welcome, review of the agenda, an executive session, scheduling the next meeting, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed beyond routine procedural items.

• Review of Family and Community Engagement Agenda 3.9.2021 (PDF attached)

Special Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on March 4, 2021, to conduct an executive session and adjourn. No public business or decisions were discussed.

• Executive session held
• Meeting adjourned

The Board of Education met for a special session and entered an executive session to discuss the employment or compensation of a public employee or official. Upon reconvening, the Board approved two resolutions.

• Approved Resolution No: 67-2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No: 68-2021 (5-0)

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will discuss a proposed revision to the authorized signatures policy (DGA) regarding use of facsimile signatures. They will also take up previous business on student promotion and retention (IKE). No new business is listed, and the next meeting is set for April 6, 2021.

• DGA - Authorized Signatures (Use of Facsimile Signatures) — redline policy revision
• IKE - Promotion and Retention of Students — previous business discussion
• No new business items
• Consent agenda items to be determined (TBD)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Education met to review financial reports and approve several personnel and policy actions. Key decisions included a minimum wage increase for non-MOU employees and the adoption of multiple nondiscrimination and harassment policies.

• Approval of a non-MOU minimum wage increase
• Resolution declaring private transportation impractical
• Approval of the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending January 31, 2021
• Adoption of policies regarding Nondiscrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Public Complaints About District Personnel
• Approval of a TFT MOU Resolution

The Board approved a series of administrative, instructional, and non-certified personnel resolutions. Members also passed resolutions supporting state testing waivers, permanent authority for virtual meetings, and the timely transfer of student records. Additionally, the Board approved the Early Childhood Education Community Assessment.

• Approved Administrative, Instructional, and Non-Certified sections (5-0)
• Approved TFT MOU and non-MOU minimum wage increase (5-0)
• Approved January 2021 financial report and purchases for board confirmation (5-0)
• Approved resolution declaring private transportation impractical (5-0)
• Approved policies on nondiscrimination, sexual harassment, and public complaints (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting state testing waivers (5-0)
• Approved resolution for permanent authority for virtual meetings (5-0)
• Approved Early Childhood Education Community Assessment (5-0)

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will meet virtually on February 22, 2021, to discuss policy updates including student reporting, equity, and sexual harassment procedures.

• Student Information and Reporting Scorecard Presentation
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Scorecard Presentation
• ACAA - Sexual Harassment policy discussion
• ACAA - Sexual Harassment Grievance Process policy discussion
• Public Complaints About District Personnel policy discussion

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council is meeting to review financial statements, enrollment reports, and monitoring data. The council is scheduled to take action on the approval of the Community Assessment dated January 29, 2021.

• Approval of Community Assessment (1.29.21)
• Presentation on Parent Meetings by Nicole Shetterly
• Review of February financial statements and budget vs expense reports
• Review of January 2021 Enrollment Report
• Discussion of Licensing and SUTQ Reports

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will discuss and potentially recommend approval of the monthly financial report for January 2021, a resolution declaring private transportation impractical, change orders for various projects, and purchases for board confirmation. Reports on investments, debt policy, investment policy, and aging accounts will also be presented. The committee may enter executive session to discuss personnel, property, legal, or security matters.

• Monthly Financial Report for period ending January 31, 2021
• Resolution Declaring Private Transportation Impractical, including new parental contracts
• Change orders for Wolfes Roofing, IPS Phoenix Phase I, and special projects
• Purchases for Board Confirmation totaling $??? (amount not specified in agenda)
• Reviews of Debt Policy and Investment Policy with proposed changes

The committee approved the minutes from the January 15, 2021 meeting. Members reviewed the January financial report, transportation resolutions, and various policy updates. No votes on new resolutions or contracts were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved January 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The committee will discuss curriculum topics including textbook selection and pandemic remediation. Members will also receive updates on the March to Yellow program, Student Support Team, and Community Learning Collaborative.

• Proposed Testing Schedule Changes for Spring 2021
• March to Yellow Update
• Student Support Team (SST) Update
• Community Learning Collaborative (CLC) Update
• Board Monitoring System and Scorecard Review

Early Childhood Education Committee

The committee is meeting to review standing reports on enrollment, finances, and monitoring for early childhood programs. The body will discuss board governance training and the April meeting date. One item is listed for board approval.

• Approval of the Community Assessment dated 1.29.21
• Review of January 2021 enrollment reports for Head Start and ECE
• Review of February 2021 financial statements and budget vs expense reports
• Presentation of parent meeting video links
• Discussion of the April meeting date due to Spring Break

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Technology, Improvements and Process Committee met virtually to discuss technology updates and committee processes. No formal decisions were made.

• COVID-19 Update
• Technology Review
• Committee Process of Review

The committee received updates on employee vaccinations and the procurement of masks and dividers for a hybrid return. Members discussed technology department structures and the potential for a universal project management system. No formal votes were taken.

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will meet virtually to review and approve consent items for the February 23, 2021 board meeting, including administrative, instructional, and non-certified sections, as well as resolutions regarding the Teachers' Federation, TAAP, AFSCME, and a minimum wage increase.

• Approval of February 23, 2021 Administrative Section
• Approval of February 23, 2021 Instructional Section
• Approval of February 23, 2021 Non Certified Section
• Approval of Minimum Wage Increase Resolution
• Review of EEOC and Grievance Reports

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The committee is meeting virtually to discuss the agenda and hold an executive session. No specific policy decisions or project proposals are listed in the provided text.

• Executive session

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee met virtually on February 9, 2021. The agenda included a welcome, a Robyn Hage presentation, a review of the athletic scorecard and BMS items, and updates on varsity, 7th‑ and 8th‑grade plays and schedules. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the items were informational.

• Robyn Hage presentation (information)
• Athletic Scorecard & BMS items (information)
• Update on varsity play (information)
• Update on 7th & 8th grade play (information)
• Schedule updates (information)

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools board met virtually on January 26, 2021, to approve a consent agenda containing administrative, instructional, and financial items. The board also recognized retirees and community groups.

• Approval of administrative, instructional, and non-certified sections
• Approval of monthly financial report for December 2020
• Approval of Harvard Heating System Upgrades, PH II - Change Order
• Approval of New Course Proposals: Data Science Foundations, Mathematical Modeling and Reasoning, and Pre-Barbering Program
• Approval of increase for Substitute Food Service Worker hourly wage

The Board approved the addition of four new courses, including Data Science Foundations and a Pre-Barbering Program. Members also approved a wage increase for substitute food service workers and several administrative and financial resolutions.

• Approved new course: Data Science Foundations (5-0)
• Approved new course: Mathematical Modeling and Reasoning (5-0)
• Approved new course: Pre-Barbering Program (5-0)
• Approved new course: Community Service Exploration and Application (5-0)
• Approved increase for substitute food service worker hourly wage (5-0)
• Approved Harvard Heating System Upgrades, PH II - Change Order (5-0)
• Approved Airport Liability Insurance FY 21 (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report ending December 31, 2020 (5-0)

Special Board Meeting - Board Retreat

This special board meeting was a retreat consisting of procedural items: opening, board comments, and an executive session. The board voted unanimously to enter and then reconvene from executive session, and adjourned. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Motion to enter executive session carried 5-0
• Motion to reconvene from executive session carried 5-0
• Motion to adjourn carried 5-0

The Board conducted a special meeting and retreat, including an executive session. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded outside of procedural resolutions.

• Approved Resolution No. 8-2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9-2021 (5-0)

Head Start Policy Council

The Toledo Public Schools Head Start Policy Council will meet virtually to hear a presentation on fall 2020 Early Childhood Education school readiness data, review financial statements and enrollment reports, and discuss licensing and Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) reports. No items require Policy Council approval.

• Presentation: School Readiness Data ECE Fall 2020
• Financial statements including Fuelman, COVID SF-425 annual report, and budget vs. expense reports
• Enrollment report for December 2020
• Discussion: Licensing and SUTQ reports
• No items for Policy Council approval

Special Board Meeting - Board Retreat

This is a procedural board retreat with no substantive decisions on the agenda. The board voted unanimously to enter executive session, reconvene, and adjourn.

The board conducted a special meeting and board retreat. The session included an executive session and the passage of three resolutions, though the specific subject matter of the resolutions was not detailed in the minutes.

• Approved Resolution No: 6-2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No: 7-2021 (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (5-0)

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will meet virtually to discuss updates to board governance policies and community use of school facilities.

• Review of board meeting and executive session policies
• Discussion on community use of school facilities
• Review of nondiscrimination and student promotion policies
• Review of new Student Voice policy

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee met virtually on January 19, 2021. The agenda included updates on the return of high school athletics, AVID training, and study tables. The meeting was a procedural gathering with no formal decisions made.

• Return of High School Athletics
• AVID Training
• Bowsher Floor
• Study Tables

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee of Toledo Public Schools is meeting to discuss and act on the monthly financial report for the period ending December 31, 2020, along with several other financial items. The committee will consider approval of minutes, purchases for board confirmation, and a Harvard heating system upgrade contract. Reports on investments, treasury management, district valuation, aging reports, self-insurance fund, severance liability, and check registers will also be presented.

• Monthly Financial Report Period Ending December 31, 2020 (action item)
• Harvard Heating System Upgrades Phase II contract (action consent)
• Airport Liability Insurance FY21 renewal quote (action item)
• Board Service Fund expenditure for January 2021 (action item)
• Purchases for Board Confirmation (action consent)

The Finance and Business Operations Committee approved the minutes from the December 4, 2021 meeting. The committee reviewed the monthly financial report and various district reports. A renewal for airport general liability insurance was presented for approval.

• Approved December 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved airport general liability insurance renewal via W. Brown & Associates for $12,915 annually

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Early Childhood Education Committee met virtually on Jan. 14, 2021. Members reviewed the mission and vision statement, presented the strategic plan, and examined a series of standing reports covering communications, finances, enrollment, meals, audits, and program assessments. The committee also discussed a board governance training item before entering an executive session.

• Review of Financial Statements and COVID funding reports
• Discussion of Enrollment Reports for Dec. 2020 and Jan. 2021
• Presentation of the Strategic Plan for early childhood education
• Board Governance Training discussion
• Executive Session actions and reconvening

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee of Toledo Public Schools meets to discuss three proposed new courses: Community Service Exploration and Application, Data Science Foundations, and Mathematics Modeling and Reasoning. The committee will also review the IKE policy on promotion and retention of students, discuss pandemic remediation, and receive updates on graduates and the Virtual Academy. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and presentation meeting.

• Proposal for new course: Community Service Exploration and Application
• Proposal for new course: Data Science Foundations
• Proposal for new course: Mathematics Modeling and Reasoning
• Policy review: IKE - Promotion and Retention of Students
• Virtual Academy update with statistics by zip code

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Human Resource Committee will meet to approve consent items for the January 26 board meeting, including resolutions to increase substitute food service worker wages and approve teacher evaluations. The meeting will also include presentations on federal grants and reports on staff tracking.

• Resolution to increase substitute food service worker wages
• Approval of 2020/2021 teacher, principal and counselor evaluations
• Board agenda items for Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified sections
• Memoranda of Understanding for TAAP and AFSCME
• Presentation on teacher and school leader federal grant update

Technology, Improvements and Process Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Technology, Improvements and Process Committee will hold a virtual meeting on January 13, 2021, to review IT security updates and a COVID-19 update.

• Welcome by committee co-chairs
• COVID-19 update
• IT Security update

The Technology, Improvements and Process Committee established its purpose as a hub for multi-departmental initiatives, infrastructure, and technology. Members discussed the status of staff COVID-19 vaccinations and IT security access restrictions. No formal votes were taken.

• Defined committee focus as overarching connectors between departments, infrastructure, and technology
• Requested Mr. Henderly be added to committee staffing
• Added agenda development to next month's meeting agenda

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee is scheduled to meet virtually on January 12, 2021. The agenda includes a welcome, the agenda itself, an executive session, and the next meeting.

• Meeting held virtually via Zoom
• Executive session scheduled
• Next meeting date noted

Winter Organizational Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education held its Winter Organizational Meeting to elect officers and establish the schedule and committees for 2021. The board voted to approve the regular meeting dates and times for the year and to appoint members to various committees and organizations.

• Elected Chris Varwig as President Pro Tempore
• Elected Bob Vasquez as President
• Elected Chris Varwig as Vice President
• Approved regular meeting dates and times for 2021
• Established Board Committees for 2021

The Board held its winter organizational meeting to elect leadership and establish committee structures for the year. Members approved the election of the President, Vice President, and President Pro Tempore. The Board also finalized its 2021 meeting dates and committee assignments.

• Elected Bob Vasquez as President Pro Tempore (5-0)
• Elected Chris Varwig as President (5-0)
• Elected Polly Taylor-Gerken as Vice President (5-0)
• Approved regular Board meeting dates and times for 2021 (5-0)
• Approved establishment of Board Committees for 2021, including the Technology, Improvements and Process Committee (5-0)