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Summary of votes (all roll-call votes recorded as unanimous unless noted):

- Approval of minutes from the June 23 records commission meeting (motion moved and seconded; unanimous).
- Approval of minutes from the June 23 regular meeting (motion moved and seconded; unanimous).
- Approval of the consent agenda items recommended by the superintendent and treasurer (including workshops and conferences) (motion moved and seconded; unanimous).
- Acceptance of the resignation for retirement of Christina Smith, administrative assistant to the superintendent, effective Sept. 30, 2025 (motion moved by Missus Conrad Zangmeister, seconded by Mister Hoffman; unanimous).
- Approval of personal service supplemental contracts as presented (motion moved and seconded; unanimous).
- Approval of substitute teacher list as presented (motion moved and seconded; unanimous).
- Approval of substitute classified list as presented (motion moved and seconded; unanimous).
- Approval of procurement checklist and purchase of staff/classroom laptops at a cost of $80,000 (motion moved by Mister Smeltzer, seconded by Missus Conrad Zangmeister; unanimous).
- Motion to adjourn into executive session in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22 to consider the purchase or sale of property for public purposes (motion moved and seconded; unanimous). The board indicated there would be no action taken on return from executive session.

Each item was presented with attachments or staff explanation where applicable; roll-call results were read by the board’s recording officer for each vote.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Board Meeting 7/7/25","oneSentenceSummary","At its July 7 meeting the board unanimously approved several routine items including minutes, personnel lists, supplemental contracts, an $80,000 laptop purchase, and a motion to enter executive session under Ohio law to discuss property matters.","taxTitle","Fairfield Union Local, School Districts, Ohio","taxId",56512,"location","Ohio","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_46":81,"_48":82,"_50":83,"_52":84,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":85,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":86,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6520533,"Board approves $80,000 purchase of staff laptops; members raise concerns about Microsoft Office training for students",483,1929000,2412000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5322928-2ad649b069a06fcc2976f57a4191635a&start=1929&end=2412","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5322928-2ad649b069a06fcc2976f57a4191635a/thumbnail_1929000.jpg","/articles/6520533/Ohio/Board-approves-80000-purchase-of-staff-laptops-members-raise-concerns-about-Microsoft-Office-training-for-students","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6520533-29ade27482a4ebff1abc479ade6bcaae/orig.mp4?Expires=1770901290&Signature=fCeoxgNSjkD91hwqaie2ZOcYovWXoaaBNfiKauCUvuLrZwsNHiqdaOCNYh8vCPjcO2YhgJjSD2ZOYsAHhoByF8Dyo-wNuB5d31l1ducOyqdpLobl2PQ6eSHCiBPIv1R43Ri3bMozZKxe3wVlz7cZsTwyRDa6FaWGfvjqsnwq4v3Hhh26dZRvkGNQhls4BIO60Y4cEHNowUlkQT0Fc~UMeVzW1j6wEwg7ITnfesh7r0Uk4hWmmGSE95rsYlYFi6SKmdRFfU9UViziex0JjtX7uKKxmn8m35fbApVWVpiYOzX9ohGqeoKoBmDZZWz6IToDCXjVxuy5Mqn0bAe-fqvk3w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Fairfield Union Local School District board on July 7 approved the purchase of classroom/staff laptops at a cost of $80,000, voting unanimously on the procurement checklist and contract recommendation presented by staff.

Technology staff explained the purchase represents a second round of device replacement and that the quoted model carries a five-year warranty; the vendor quote was negotiated down to $80,000 from an initial higher estimate. The technology representative said Dell offered lower prices than other suppliers and that the district holds a tech-direct certification allowing staff to order parts and manage repairs, and that the warranty includes one accidental-damage repair per device per year.

During discussion, board members raised concerns about whether students are gaining workforce-ready skills. One board member said many students rely on Google Docs and Google Sheets in high school and thus lack experience with Microsoft Excel, which local employers commonly require. Technology staff said district leaders are considering longer-term moves to cloud licensing that would make Microsoft Office broadly available to students but that licensing costs and infrastructure changes mean such a shift would likely come in future years.

The motion to approve the $80,000 purchase was moved by Mister Smeltzer and seconded by Missus Conrad Zangmeister; the roll call was unanimous in favor.","The board unanimously approved an $80,000 purchase of staff/classroom laptops with five-year warranties; technology staff explained Dell pricing and warranty service, while several board members raised concerns that students rely on Google Docs rather than Microsoft Office and discussed future licensing options.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_46":93,"_48":94,"_50":95,"_52":96,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":97,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":98,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6520537,"Track rejuvenation delayed after product concerns; gyms, parking and auditorium projects continue at Fairfield Union",320,397000,717000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5322928-2ad649b069a06fcc2976f57a4191635a&start=397&end=717","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5322928-2ad649b069a06fcc2976f57a4191635a/thumbnail_397000.jpg","/articles/6520537/Ohio/Track-rejuvenation-delayed-after-product-concerns-gyms-parking-and-auditorium-projects-continue-at-Fairfield-Union","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6520537-8b445a4b0f7eeed3846d7ce844836b79/orig.mp4?Expires=1770901290&Signature=m4yj2YhIHWqezxegu6cIzyBJ6b0xYruQrPOTkBva8FTV-LxmaaNKTBomS~hfsohQUjkK6D9Bdxa8X4giQOp3AbvYDQ0csHg5Y4BLLdi7DtWwSyq69y0L-1PRViUPPPC2Nt964CyNFhOFL9k0S6oc3maQ91P7jHyupsDNp5Y-WiS8UCdHsWcL3YhtAI-vxfGcfgyNuTXlRbfL18PvL8vS2rK5KxgqdsIJ6lf5it5eKj8~31kvwwr9lXyqA~emVQXWmDIV7wTGGdOkcEFmK48WWHBn-XZ2qjnlzgKA9vPaJ11cH5BfgUNYLDVJhvbIAGN3mO6nFk2U7q2cnLsYMXLo-Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Superintendent Doug Bellville told the board the district’s ongoing summer maintenance work is progressing but that the track rejuvenation has been delayed after the contractor flagged quality concerns with a sprayed product.

Vasco began repairs to low spots on the track, long jump, high jump and pole vault areas and applied the first surface layer. When crews opened additional barrels of the liquid material used for subsequent layers, Vasco reported the product’s consistency did not meet expectations and paused work while the manufacturer and vendor inspected and replaced the material. Bellville said the contractor expected delivery of replacement material but that delays pushed finishing into the next several days.

Bellville said the district chose to delay final surfacing rather than accept a substandard finish. He said final work and finishing sealcoats in front of the district office will be scheduled for a weekend to reduce disruption to students and staff.

Other summer work reported included near-complete sealcoating of parking lots (weather delayed portions of the work), annual refinishing of the high school and middle school gym floors and a lighting project in the auditorium. Bellville said demolition for the auditorium lighting was mostly complete and new fixtures are expected to arrive imminently; the administration plans to clean sound baffles, drapes and seats after construction is finished and aimed to have the auditorium fully functional by the first weekend of August.

Bellville also noted logistics adjustments to allow athletes to practice while work continues and said the district is coordinating to limit access to areas under construction.","Contractor Vasco began track repairs and initial resurfacing but paused work after questioning the consistency of a sprayed product; district officials said parking-lot sealcoating, gym refinishing and auditorium lighting demolition are underway and expected to finish in August.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_46":105,"_48":106,"_50":107,"_52":108,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":109,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":110,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6520543,"Fairfield Union reports $30.2 million in revenue; CEP enrollment raised restricted funding but state budget vetoes leave uncertainty",363,1295000,1658000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5322928-2ad649b069a06fcc2976f57a4191635a&start=1295&end=1658","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5322928-2ad649b069a06fcc2976f57a4191635a/thumbnail_1295000.jpg","/articles/6520543/Ohio/Fairfield-Union-reports-302-million-in-revenue-CEP-enrollment-raised-restricted-funding-but-state-budget-vetoes-leave-uncertainty","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6520543-8d6e57ca2be9b4212718590589c60c7a/orig.mp4?Expires=1770901290&Signature=QPzjAJFEH3hKnJllVSa~sGc2wEU83-NVAjr50aJn7NLOulXUzcLPCPre7RDbMwPq6gCDHMd~tva5eADy4G5M0kSjAwF4FAHV2dWwV9~pfANvbysyLPGe~yfyIGzAfFF-z-qOuzf4aPIMMgzJ69ipLg2xXQF9VjQuQNituHOLJJJ4kqyqnqt84ao8iFT1vw-fvAanNGwfsTSmVLWuCzIVdbtLtgWx6dfuaQ-VHfAmJnT7mKRa-zTo6ffGVi29ivZ6KdVQ1BYkwsCvshfT1dv6IK9O7Vt0bw69Q2hst9rPKKOL-6Ri6MwWiFPCwOzp~0drsihdZi9-U03Oz2THbOom6Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Fairfield Union Local School District officials reported $30,200,000 in total revenues for the fiscal year, up from $27,900,000 the prior year, and said the increase included stronger restricted funding tied to the district’s choice to operate Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for school meals.

Treasury staff said overall tax receipts rose about 9 percent year over year, with property and income taxes each up just under 5 percent; state foundation payments rose about 11 percent for the year, the treasurer said. The district’s total expenditures for the year were reported at $41,500,000, a figure that the treasurer said includes transfers approved by the board.

The district ended the fiscal year with a general fund balance of about $7,600,000, down from $17,500,000 the previous year. The treasurer described that change as the result of planned transfers and noted earlier forecasts had estimated roughly $16.9 million before transfers were made.

On the insurance side, officials reported medical claims were up roughly 20 percent for the year and the district’s medical fund balance was about $4,200,000 at year end. Dental expenditures edged up to about $250,000. The treasurer said those balances will help offset premium increases for the coming year.

The district also noted a $200 donation from Jonah and Dale Myers to the land lab in memory of Charlie Eversol.

Superintendent Doug Bellville and treasurer staff said the district is still awaiting clarifications about several provisions in the recently passed state budget. Bellville said Gov. Mike DeWine issued multiple line-item vetoes, including an attempted cap on carryovers and a measure on partisan school board elections; district officials said they are watching for administrative guidance and possible veto overrides when the General Assembly reconvenes in September.

Board members did not change policy at the July 7 meeting; the treasurer said staff will provide additional updates as state guidance becomes available.","The district reported $30.2 million in revenue for the year, higher state foundation payments tied partly to the district's CEP decision, and a year-end balance of $7.6 million; officials said portions of the new state budget were vetoed by the governor and clarifications are pending.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_46":117,"_48":118,"_50":119,"_52":120,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":121,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":122,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":71,"_72":73,"_74":73},6520547,"Fairfield Union board accepts Christina Smith's retirement, schedules Aug. 18 public meeting on possible rehire",1474,264000,1738000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5322928-2ad649b069a06fcc2976f57a4191635a&start=264&end=1738","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5322928-2ad649b069a06fcc2976f57a4191635a/thumbnail_264000.jpg","/articles/6520547/Ohio/Fairfield-Union-board-accepts-Christina-Smiths-retirement-schedules-Aug-18-public-meeting-on-possible-rehire","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6520547-d7d1b27519f539a0a4f8adce15c347cf/orig.mp4?Expires=1770901290&Signature=fADcWvQiWPBWXMjvFxElBmv3XyzwIB1HqdW-eBn4seEIZAEDGS43BMFpEuwYNhNT1PpQpA-414gXM0K2FJsgVBz2H7fd3VrnwJ06XKup4fPAet~NQue5hnMZQm62PRhof5QKG9w7aRKalIUByo~GArys-1GKJnf4tPNwqn3EqOfhV2C8~xgzgYwQcv4nl-Wwm74BsBl3FvcAHHZSP0B0cl7KPBuxkUIzyeMeczJ7nGx9YbPXC4HuGCBnh4zYYPW71~sfanMPPVsZCY0xLoDd1y2iKDV7WFh~QCT9hg8ZD7-zZ5urIhR6KWY9p9NvALm6Mp0p~~9Eh5bUf7rDEtq3KQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Fairfield Union Local School District board on July 7 accepted the resignation for retirement of Christina Smith, an administrative assistant to the superintendent, effective Sept. 30, 2025. Superintendent Doug Bellville told the board Smith has expressed interest in a retire–rehire arrangement and said the district will hold a public meeting on Aug. 18 during the regular board meeting to discuss the request.

The board approved the resignation by unanimous roll call vote. The motion to accept the resignation was moved by Missus Conrad Zangmeister and seconded by Mister Hoffman; the board secretary called the roll and each member voted yes.

Bellville described the Aug. 18 session as the first formal step in the retire–rehire process and said a public notice would be posted on the district website the following day. He said the administration will also post the position to allow applicants to apply while the board considers the rehire request.

The board did not debate the substance of Smith's personnel record at the meeting; discussion centered on the procedural steps required for a retire–rehire under district policy and state rules. The superintendent said the district will follow a public process and return to the board with information at the Aug. 18 meeting.

No additional action was taken at the July 7 meeting related to staffing beyond the approved resignation and the scheduling of the Aug. 18 public meeting to consider rehire.","The board accepted the resignation for retirement of Christina Smith, effective Sept. 30, 2025, and the superintendent said the district will hold a public meeting Aug. 18 to consider a potential retire–rehire arrangement.","actionData","errors"]

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