Regular Meeting

     A. Opening Statement

     B. Pledge of Allegiance

Mr. Dosen called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Present: Mrs. Galek, Mrs. Kramer, Mrs. Kwiatkowski, Ms. O'Mara, Mr. Dosen

President's Announcements

Board Areas of Responsibility

Superintendent's Communications

Treasurer's Communications

Community Communications

Resolution 2025-54 - Consent Agenda

Resolution 2025-55 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-56 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-57 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-58 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-59 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-60 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-61 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-62 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-63 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-64 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-65 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-66 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-67 - Superintendent's Recommendations 

Resolution 2025-68 - Treasurer's Recommendations

Resolution 2025-69 - Treasurer's Recommendations

Resolution 2025-70 - Treasurer's Recommendations

Resolution 2025-71 - Treasurer's Recommendations

Announcement of Meetings

Adjournment

 3. Board Areas of Responsibility

 4. Superintendent's Communications

      A. Announcements and Presentations 

      B. West Mill Road Property Discussion

      A. Monthly CFO Report

      B. Cash Position and Annual Spending Plan Reports

 6. Community Communications

      A. Hearing of the Public

 7. Consent Agenda

Motion by Mrs. Kwiatkowski, seconded by Mrs. Kramer to adopt Resolution 2025-54 as follows:   

      A. Certified Recommendations

      B. Classified Recommendations

      C. Supplemental Recommendations

      D. Check Register and Bank Reconciliation

      E. Minutes

ROLL CALL:  Mrs. Galek, yes; Mrs. Kramer, yes; Mrs. Kwiatkowski, yes; Ms. O'Mara, yes; Mr. Dosen, yes

 8. Superintendent's Recommendations

Motion by Mrs. Kwiatkowski, seconded by Mrs. Kramer to adopt Resolution 2025-55 as follows:

      A. 2025 Graduating Class

ROLL CALL:  Mrs. Galek, yes; Mrs. Kramer, yes; Mrs. Kwiatkowski, yes; Ms. O'Mara, yes; Mr. Dosen, yes

The President declared Resolution 2025-55 adopted.

Motion by Mrs. Kwiatkowski, seconded by Mrs. Kramer to adopt Resolution 2025-56 as follows:

Motion by Mrs. Kwiatkowski, seconded by Mrs. Kramer to adopt Resolution 2025-65 as follows:   

      K. Mount Union Agreement

ROLL CALL:  Mrs. Galek, yes; Mrs. Kramer, yes; Mrs. Kwiatkowski, yes; Ms. O'Mara, yes; Mr. Dosen, yes

       A.  Announcement of Meetings

             Organizational Meeting - Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

       B.  Adjournment

Motion by Mrs. Kwiatkowski, seconded by Mrs. Kramer to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 8:02 p.m.

ROLL CALL:  Mrs. Galek, yes; Mrs. Kramer, yes; Mrs. Kwiatkowski, yes; Ms. O'Mara, yes; Mr. Dosen, yes

Motion carried.

Meeting Summary:

The Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District Board of Education convened its regular
meeting on May 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM. All board members—Mrs. Galek, Mrs. Kramer, Ms.
Kwiatkowski, Ms. O'Mara, and Mr. Dosen—were present. The meeting began with the President
thanking the PSO organizations for their contributions. No items were removed from the consent
agenda.

Board liaison reports followed. Ellen Kramer noted the Ohio Senate president's statement about
insufficient funds for the Fair School Funding plan, despite voucher allocations. Eva O’Mara
provided updates from the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center (CVCC), including student and staff
recognitions, with two BBHHS students honored at a signing day, and news of 10 new hires and
four retirements at CVCC. Tish Kwiatkowski reported on curriculum, noting strong state testing
improvements in math, science, and social studies, with ELA as a continued focus. The district
is managing new data privacy requirements under Senate Bill 29. The BBH Schools Foundation
awarded 66 scholarships totaling $44,875 and opened applications for $38,000 in teacher
grants. Mrs. Kramer mentioned the success of the Rust Belt Riders composting program. Co-
curricular updates included the softball team winning districts and track athletes trying to qualify
for the state meet.

Superintendent Jeff Harrison praised the PSOs for over 10,000 volunteer hours and $50,000 in
annual fundraising, and for their role in disseminating accurate information. He reported the
Hilton Drive project is proceeding, with a planning commission meeting on June 19th for
potential final approval before bidding; completion by winter is ambitious, and quality is
prioritized. Kindergarten registration numbers were stable at 233 students, consistent with
enrollment studies. Mr. Harrison then initiated a discussion on the district-owned West Mill
property. Data showed a 26% appreciation in its value over four years, with minimal carrying
costs. Options included selling it (proceeds to the PI fund) or trading it. Board members largely
favored retaining the property as a strategic asset for potential future needs or as an emergency
fund, citing its increasing value and the districts long-term planning. Ellen Kramer noted risks in
holding it and suggested proceeds could benefit current students. The consensus was to retain
the property.

Treasurer Craig Yaniglos provided the April financial update. Revenues were generally on track
year-to-date, though April saw some reductions. Expenditures were tracking favorably, projected
at $400,000 less than anticipated. The district maintained a balanced financial position and
good liquidity.

The consent agenda was approved 5-0, which included certified personnel recommendations
(noting 11 new hires and retirements of Dawn Ferrante and Todd Wasil ), classified and
supplemental personnel actions, the April check register, and previous meeting minutes.
Principals from all school levels introduced their impressive new hires, detailing the rigorous
interview processes.

Following a brief break, the Board approved the graduating class of 2025 (305 students). An
MOU with the BBH Education Association regarding retiree benefits was approved. An
agreement with Ohio Paving and Construction for $251,352.60 for asphalt work at the
transportation facility and middle school drive was approved. Revised board policy 0131
concerning emergency resolutions received final approval. Several agreements for special
needs students, university internships, a declaration of transportation impracticality (payment in
lieu of $593-$600 for one student ), and a resolution for donating obsolete property were all
approved.

Under Treasurer's Business, the Board approved the updated five-year forecast (FY25-FY29)
and its associated notes and assumptions. Mr. Yaniglos explained it as a critical planning tool
and a state compliance requirement, submitted twice yearly, that also serves as an early
warning system for financial distress. Revenue sources are predominantly local property taxes,
followed by state funding and other revenues like interest and TIF money. Expenditures are
largely personnel services (salaries) and employee benefits.

Comparing the May forecast to November's, total projected revenue for FY25 was slightly lower
at $56.3 million, mainly due to the timing of property tax collections, though interest earnings
were better than conservatively projected. Expenditures showed favorable variances with
decreases in personnel services ($300k), benefits ($100k), and purchase services ($289k)
compared to November projections. Consequently, the cash balance comparison showed a
slower burn-through rate than projected in November. This improvement was attributed to better
TIF revenue projections from BakerTilly and savings from a larger-than-expected number of
retirements, as new hires generally come in at a lower cost, although severance payments (a
negotiated percentage of retiring sick leave, e.g., 28% up to 88 days for certified staff) offset
immediate savings. Without a new levy, the FY29 cash balance was projected at $10.7 million
(62 days of cash), below the districts 90-day policy.
Key forecast factors included the recent 21.46% property valuation increase (though H.B. 920
limits actual revenue gain) and the district approaching the 20-mil floor. Legislative challenges
include potential property tax reforms (including a constitutional amendment to eliminate them),
the proposed 30% carryover cap (H.B. 96, though the Senate appears less restrictive), and
state budget uncertainty regarding Fair School Funding (which is deemed unlikely to be fully
funded). Personal Utility Property Tax (PUPP) values are expected to grow, providing some
limited revenue increases. TIF agreement revenues are projected to increase from $330,000
this year to about $900,000 annually by FY29. Interest income is conservatively projected to
decline. Expenditure trends include negotiated salary increases (2.75% current FY, 2.85% next
FY, 3.25% in FY27 for certified staff) and projected 10-11% annual healthcare premium
increases, although the Suburban Healthcare Consortium is stabilizing. Overall, salaries and
benefits constitute 86% of the budget.
The forecast models a 4.5-mill operating levy passed in FY27 for collection in FY28. This
timeline was adjusted from a previously modeled FY26 passage/FY27 collection due to the
improved cash balance outlook. This levy consideration remains a planning point, not a current
board decision. The current cash balance is around 49% of expenditures; with the modeled levy,

it would be about 35.7% in FY29, and without it, roughly 17.8%. It was noted that a 30% cash
balance is often a minimum for top credit ratings. The five-year forecast was approved 5-0.

The Board then approved a list for asset disposal, primarily musical instruments being traded for
newer equipment. Student fees for 2025-2026 were approved with no increases except for the
musical instrument rental fee to $70/year. Donations were accepted, including $25,000 in
classroom furniture won in a raffle. 

The next regular meeting was set for June 25th at 6:00 PM, followed by adjournment.