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Ionia school board approves audio system, library reappointment and MILAF resolution

Board of Education of Ionia Public Schools · February 16, 2026

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Summary

The Ionia Public Schools Board on Feb. 16 approved purchase of an EPIC audio enhancement system, a conditional purchase of Clevertouch panels for the middle school pending Title I approval, reappointed Ashley Reisbig to the Ionia Community Library board, and adopted a MILAF resolution; all motions passed 7-0.

The Ionia Public Schools Board of Education approved several business items at its Feb. 16 regular meeting, including technology purchases, a library board reappointment and a MILAF board resolution.

Dale Parus of the Ionia Community Library presented a slide show in support of reappointing Ashley Reisbig to the ICL board. Trustee Shippey moved to reappoint Reisbig and Trustee Siemen supported the motion; the board approved the reappointment 7-0.

Director of Technology Blackmer presented a recommendation to purchase an EPIC audio enhancement system for district facilities. Treasurer Ellis moved to approve the purchase and Trustee Shippey seconded; the motion carried 7-0.

Blackmer also presented a proposal to purchase Clevertouch panels for Ionia Middle School’s Title I program. Vice President Baker moved to approve the panels pending Title I funding approval, and Treasurer Ellis supported the motion; the board approved the conditional purchase 7-0.

Director of Business and Finance Jammie Sprank presented a MILAF board resolution. Vice President Baker moved to adopt the resolution and Trustee Montgomery supported the motion; the resolution passed 7-0.

All votes recorded in the meeting minutes were unanimous (7-0). The board did not discuss purchase prices or vendor contracts in the recorded minutes; the minutes indicate the Clevertouch purchase is contingent on Title I approval and that additional budget items, including a future amendment, were discussed elsewhere on the agenda.

The board’s next regular meeting is scheduled for March 16, 2026, at 7 p.m. in Room 304 of the Ionia Educational Center.