June 29, 2026 - West Clermont Schools - Board of Education Meeting

The West Clermont School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on June 29, 2026, covering a broad range of topics including personnel updates, student recognitions, and operational matters. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of numerous contracts for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, notably a switch in property, casualty, and liability insurance coverage to the EPC school consortium. The board also approved the annual appropriation measure for the fiscal year 2027, totaling approximately $156.5 million, with a focus on budget reductions primarily in transportation and staffing to address financial challenges caused by recent legislative tax changes. Additionally, the board authorized the treasurer to request advances on tax settlements and approved several memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with local law enforcement agencies for School Resource Officers (SROs). The meeting addressed transportation cost-saving measures, including declaring certain student transportation routes impractical, which is expected to save approximately $1.5 million. Nutrition services were discussed, with approval of a plan to offer free breakfast to all students next year, offset by a modest increase in lunch prices due to rising food costs. The board also approved updates to various handbooks and policies, including cybersecurity and public participation. Overall, the meeting reflected proactive financial management and operational planning to maintain educational quality amid budget constraints.