Board of Education Meeting 5/18/26 @ 6:00pm

The Findlay City Schools Board of Education held a meeting on May 18, 2026, focusing on various educational and operational updates. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of contracts related to food service providers and transportation services, with attention to hiring additional bus drivers to meet route demands. The board also reviewed budgetary matters, including donations and grants totaling over $242,000, and discussed the stabilization of the district's budget allowing for the potential rehiring of approximately 20 previously cut positions. Additionally, the board addressed the adoption and piloting of new academic courses, including Advanced Placement and career technical education offerings, which may influence future resource and procurement needs. No specific contract awards or RFPs were detailed, but the meeting emphasized fiscal responsibility, staffing, and operational planning for the upcoming school year. The board also discussed the potential impact of proposed property tax reforms on district funding, highlighting the importance of community education on this issue.