Finance & Personnel Committee Meeting (June 18, 2026)

The Riverside Local Schools Finance & Personnel Committee meeting on June 18, 2026, focused heavily on fiscal year-end financial matters and personnel updates. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of annual purchase orders across various departments, federal grant awards for the upcoming fiscal year starting July 1, and the maintenance of contracts for school safety officers. The committee also reviewed school fee structures and preschool tuition sliding scales, aiming to align fees with comparable districts. Capital project financing was addressed through a discussion of a potential additional Certificate of Participation (COPs) issuance for the high school renovation and addition, with an estimated borrowing amount between $5 to $8 million and repayment extending to 2056. The meeting highlighted significant cost savings from exiting a consortium for insurance management, projecting annual savings between $727,000 and $1.1 million. Personnel recruitment efforts were detailed, including open positions for certified teachers, transportation director, payroll specialist, and custodial staff. The committee also discussed transportation route efficiencies and potential procurement of secure vans for student transport. Overall, the meeting emphasized prudent financial stewardship, contract renewals, and strategic personnel hiring to support district operations and capital improvements.