1-29-2026 Parma City School District Board Of Education Meeting

The Parma City School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 29, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related resolutions were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the retroactive award of a contract for HVAC repairs at Shiloh Middle School under a cooperative purchasing agreement, and authorization to offer advertising sponsorships for district athletic programs. The board also approved overnight field trips and financial reports, including a $40,000 annual contract with Taylor Oswald for workers compensation services. A significant portion of the meeting focused on financial matters, including discussion of an $11.7 million property tax overpayment by the county and its repayment plan, updated five-year financial forecasts, and the proposal to place a 1.75% school district income tax levy on the ballot to address expiring emergency levies and budget shortfalls. Board members debated the transparency and decision-making process regarding program cuts, notably the cancellation of the Paige program, and emphasized the need for ongoing fiscal responsibility and community engagement. The meeting concluded with motions to discuss personnel matters in executive session and public comments addressing concerns about program cuts and levy impacts.