ROLL CALL DISPOSITION OF MINUTES. Mr. Favre moved and Mr. Einhouse seconded the motion to approve the meeting minutes as published.

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1 Lakewood, Ohio February 21, 2017 The Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Lakewood, County of Cuyahoga, State of Ohio, met in regular session in the Emerson Elementary School Cafetorium, Clifton Boulevard, Lakewood, Ohio at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Members Present: Members Absent: Mrs. Shaughnessy Mr. Favre Ms. Beebe Ms. Petrie Barcelona Mr. Einhouse None # 27/17 ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Favre moved and Ms. Beebe seconded the motion that the Agenda for the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on February 21, 2017 be approved. Upon roll call on the motion, the vote was as follows: DISPOSITION OF MINUTES Board President Shaughnessy asked if there were any corrections to the published minutes of the Regular Board of Education Meeting held on February 6, Mr. Favre moved and Mr. Einhouse seconded the motion to approve the meeting minutes as published. Yeas: Mrs. Shaughnessy, Mr. Favre, Ms. Beebe, Ms. Petrie Barcelona, Mr. Einhouse Nays: None

2 REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS Superintendent Patterson introduced Mrs. Leslie Krogman, Coordinator of Community Recreation and Education, and Mr. Sean Jackson, Athletic Director. They provided Board members with the annual, combined Recreation and Athletic Department report. Mr. Jackson led with a review of team and individual accomplishments for the Fall and Winter sports seasons. He then spoke about the negative impact sports specialization is having on one-sport athletes. High School Today published a Wisconsin study that had collected and analyzed data from 23 high schools. It was reported that one-sport athletes sustain lower extremity injuries 46% more than multi-sport athletes. This study supports the Athletic Department s and the Board of Education s stance on promoting multi-sport athletes. The article has been shared with the entire coaching staff. Mr. Jackson was proud to report the yearly GPA has been increasing every year, and the overall GPA for all teams is now above a 3.0. Board members observed that participation in extracurricular activities frequently leads to academic improvement. Mr. Jackson said there was growing excitement among the students, coaches, and community as the completion of the indoor athletic facilities approached. He thanked the members of the Board of Education for their guidance and vision to ensure Lakewood students have great facilities for training, practicing, and competing. The final topic covered were items that would be new for This includes online completion of participation forms, the temporary relocation of the weight room, as well as the replacement of the swimming record board and the football scoreboard. Mr. Jackson responded to questions from Board members. Mrs. Krogman said they are really looking to improve continuity between the Athletic and Recreation departments. The increased number of competitive-level sports opportunities are a means to continue and strengthen a feeder system for LHS. This is a direct result of feedback from coaches asking that student athletes be provided sound, fundamental skills before reaching the high school. Strategies have been instituted to keep student athletes involved, in particular after cut activities. There has been a renewed commitment to maintain fiscal responsibility. Mrs. Krogman reviewed efforts employed to eliminate extraneous costs and utilize a non-traditional revenue focus without sacrificing Recreation Department program offerings. It should be noted there have been no fee increases within the past two years; our fees are usually on the low end of surrounding communities. Staff has worked hard to integrate the department within the District through increased interaction and communication with Teaching and Learning, Student Services, and Business Services. Statistics were provided for participation in aquatics, adult athletics and programs, and youth athletics and programs. One of the Recreation Department s goals has been to tailor its programs to the community s needs. Mrs. Krogman provided information about

3 several exciting changes. The travel soccer merger was the result of eight years of work and resulted in the establishment of the Lakewood United Football Club (LUFC). This collaborative effort will result in year-round offerings that will involve the high school coaches. All Recreation Department staff members are calling registrants in order to gather feedback regarding program satisfaction or dissatisfaction. Finally, there was discussion regarding the Recreation Department s potential role in the new Community Fitness Facility. Board member Beebe said that she has never before seen such cooperation between the Recreation and Athletic departments to move things forward together. She commended both Mr. Jackson and Mrs. Krogman for their efforts. Mr. Joseph Stolitza and Mr. Tom Zigman, recent members of the Community Recreation and Education Commission (CREC), were present and seeking reappointment to the Commission. #28/17 Resolution to Approve Reappointments to the Lakewood Community Recreation and Education Commission Mr. Favre moved and Ms. Beebe seconded the motion to approve the resolution on one reading. Upon roll call on the motion the vote was as follows: Board President Shaughnessy congratulated Mr. Stolitza and Mr. Zigman and thanked them for their many invaluable contributions.

4 Mr. Brian Siftar, Principal of Emerson Elementary School, recognized one of the main factors that contributes toward Emerson being such a special place. The Emerson PTO is always looking for new ways to support the students and staff. A core of dedicated parents work hard to fund and organize assemblies, family movie nights, and field trips. They provide the resources to purchase supplies and materials that help support the Common Core and curriculum. The PTO also organizes opportunities for students to help out in the community. PTO members in attendance were acknowledged and thanked for the positive climate they were creating and for their support of the school and its students. Superintendent Patterson said he believed the February construction report would reflect the significant progress being made at the high school. Mr. Ed Nixon, Project Engineer at Regency Construction Services, and Mr. Jeff Johnson, Project Manager at Turner Construction Company delivered the report. They are still on schedule to be completed by July, Progress over the past 30 days in the Academic Wing was reviewed. The elevator was inspected today. The punch list is about 90% complete. Work at the East Campus is moving forward. Pictures clearly showed the structural welded supports for the indoor elevated track. There are no pillars; the track will be completely suspended. Since steel came in early they have been able to work on the installation of the track before pouring the floor, thereby limiting any potential damage to the floor. Mr. Nixon spoke about the work taking place at the first floor weight room, LRC, cafetorium, and community fitness areas. This ended the Superintendent s Report. COMMUNICATIONS Board President Shaughnessy asked if there were any communications received by the members of the Board, Superintendent, or Treasurer. Ms. Petrie Barcelona congratulated members of the Academic Challenge team for their extraordinary performance this past Saturday. Board President Shaughnessy asked if any members of the public would like to speak. Ms. Georgine Sessin, 1578 Waterbury Avenue, Lakewood. Ms. Sessin questioned the relocation of the weight room to the old Franklin Elementary School. Mr. Sean Jackson explained the reasons for the temporary relocation to Franklin at this time before ultimately moving to the new high school facility.

5 #29/17 - #37/17 CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Favre moved and Ms. Beebe seconded the motion that the Consent Agenda items be approved. Upon roll call on the motion, the vote was as follows:

6 #38/17 HUMAN RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES REPORT The Board agreed to combine the following four resolutions and approve them in one motion: A. Certified B. Classified C. Classified Athletic Coaches/Advisors (ECES) Non-Employees D. Community Recreation and Education Mr. Einhouse moved and Ms. Petrie Barcelona seconded the motion to approve the Human Resources and Community Services resolutions. Yeas: Mrs. Shaughnessy, Mr. Favre, Ms. Beebe, Ms. Petrie Barcelona, Mr. Einhouse Nays: None

7 OTHER BOARD BUSINESS #39/17 A. Certified Resignations Mr. Einhouse moved and Ms. Petrie Barcelona seconded the motion to approve the Certified resignations on one reading. Upon roll call on the motion the vote was as follows:

8 #40/17 B. Classified Retirement and Resignations Mr. Einhouse moved and Ms. Petrie Barcelona seconded the motion to approve the Classified retirement and resignations on one reading. Upon roll call on the motion the vote was as follows:

9 C County Educational Service Agreement for City, Exempted Village, and Local School Districts First Reading #41/17 D. Resolution to Approve Resignation of Member of the Lakewood Community Recreation and Education Commission Mr. Favre moved and Ms. Beebe seconded the motion to approve the resolution on one reading. Upon roll call on the motion the vote was as follows: Ms. Petrie Barcelona thanked Mrs. Gowan for her service.

10 As there was no further business, Board President Shaughnessy called for a motion to recess to three Executive Session. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mr. Favre moved and Ms. Petrie Barcelona seconded the motion to move to three Executive Sessions (1) for preparing for collective bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or other terms and conditions of employment, (2) for consideration of the employment of public employees, and (3) for consideration of the sale of property at competitive bidding, if premature disclosure or information would give an unfair competitive or bargaining advantage to a person whose personal, private interest is adverse to the general public interest. Yeas: Mrs. Shaughnessy, Mr. Favre, Ms. Beebe, Ms. Petrie Barcelona, Mr. Einhouse Nays: None The Board recessed to Executive Session at 8:00 p.m. The First Executive Session ended at 8:10 p.m. The Second Executive Session ended at 8:20 p.m. The Third Executive Session ended at 8:45 p.m. The Board returned to public session at 8:45 p.m. No action was taken. Board President Shaughnessy called for a motion to adjourn the meeting.

11 ADJOURNMENT Mrs. Shaughnessy moved and Ms. Beebe seconded the motion to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Mrs. Shaughnessy, Mr. Favre, Ms. Beebe, Ms. Petrie Barcelona, Mr. Einhouse Nays: None The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m. President Treasurer