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Votes at a glance: consent calendars, bus routes and two buses approved
Summary
At its Aug. 25 meeting the Ashland City School Board approved routine treasurer and superintendent consent calendars, designated school bus routes and stops for 2025-26, and authorized purchase of two 72-passenger buses following a competitive bid. One board member abstained on the superintendent consent calendar.
The Ashland City School Board approved several routine and procurement items during its Aug. 25 meeting.
Treasurer's consent calendar: The board approved the treasurer's consent calendar by roll-call vote. Mrs. Mowery moved; Mr. Hart seconded. Roll call recorded unanimous support.
Superintendent's consent calendar: The board approved the superintendent's consent calendar. Mr. Hart moved; Mrs. Mowery seconded. One board member abstained, citing a family member on the substitute list; the remaining members voted yes.
Bus routes and stops: The board approved posted school bus routes and designated bus stops for the 2025-26 academic year. Superintendent Ben Paramore and transportation staff described how routes are created to balance efficiency and student access; group stops and driveway drop-offs in rural areas were discussed. Mrs. Mowery moved to approve the routes as posted; Mrs. Deppert seconded. Roll-call vote passed.
Bus purchase (two 72-passenger buses): The board reviewed sealed bids and authorized the purchase of two 72-passenger buses; Cardinal submitted the lowest bid and is the recommended vendor. Mrs. Deppert moved to approve the purchase; Mr. Summers seconded. The motion passed on roll-call vote.
No public comments were offered during the meeting's public-comment periods on either agenda or non-agenda items.
