July 1, 2026 Board of Education Special Meeting

The Riverside Local Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on July 1, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions focused on a proposed 1% earned income tax levy to be submitted to voters in the November 2026 general election. The levy is intended to fund a $120 million capital improvement project split into two $60 million Certificates of Participation (COPs) issuances for building renovations and additions, including work on the field house, media center, and asbestos abatement. The board discussed the levy’s allocation, with approximately 80% of funds initially directed to general operations and 20% to permanent improvements, evolving to a 60/40 split as COPs payments increase. The board approved proceeding with the levy submission by a 4-1 vote. Additional budget impacts were noted, including a $670,000 county commissioner allocation and the effect of property value reevaluations capped by state legislation. The meeting also included personnel approvals and announcements of upcoming committee meetings.