6/8/26 Solon Board of Education, Regular Meeting, 8:00am

The Solon Board of Education held a regular meeting on June 8, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were addressed. The board approved payment of bills totaling approximately $172,670, including purchases such as new soccer goals for the middle school stadium and auditorium replacements. They also approved contracts for administrative directors and supervisors, although one contract was tabled for further discussion in executive session. The board authorized limited contracts for classified aides, monitors, and certified teachers for the 2026-27 school year, as well as approved resignations and retirements. Additionally, the board appointed University Hospitals Occupational Health for district transportation medical examinations and USA Mobile Testing as the drug and alcohol testing administrator for the upcoming school year, ensuring compliance with Ohio and federal regulations. Several policy updates related to procurement thresholds for federal grants, credit card use, vendor relationships, and artificial intelligence were discussed, with plans to vote on these policies at the June 30 meeting. The board also reviewed building usage permits and discussed budget appropriations, noting that final appropriations would be presented at the fiscal year-end meeting. No new capital improvement projects or large-scale purchasing decisions were reported during this session.