Wadsworth City Schools Board of Education Meeting - June 8, 2026

The Wadsworth City Schools Board of Education held a meeting on June 8, 2026, focusing extensively on budgetary and procurement matters related to the upcoming school year. Key discussions included proposed increases in rental fees for district facilities, with provisions to waive fees for district fundraisers, and adjustments to student participation and instructional fees by 50%. The board reviewed transportation service scenarios aimed at reducing costs by modifying eligibility radii, with potential savings estimated between $60,000 to $90,000 per bus. Budget reduction strategies were detailed, including cuts to custodial supplies, professional development, technology, vehicle replacement, and field trips, alongside a proposal to cease covering online payment processing fees except for food services. The board also addressed personnel changes, supplemental contracts for extracurricular activities, and upcoming capital projects such as the sale of a carpentry house. Additionally, the board discussed the possibility of placing a levy issue on the November 2026 ballot, with considerations about community engagement and legal restrictions on surveying voters. Several contract approvals and service agreements were presented for board action, including membership in the Alliance for High Quality Education to support state-level advocacy. The meeting concluded with routine personnel consent items and a move to executive session for confidential employment matters.