Little Miami Board of Education Special Meeting 2/10/26

The Little Miami Board of Education held a special meeting on February 10, 2026, focusing on several procurement and operational issues. The board approved a contract with a specialized law firm to handle property tax-related legal matters, emphasizing efficiency and expertise. They also passed resolution 26-005 to address urgent roof repairs at the central office due to water damage, authorizing work with American Roofing pending receipt of competitive bids. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a detailed presentation on transportation challenges, including a shortage of bus drivers leading to route cancellations. The board discussed recruitment efforts such as job fairs, potential hiring and attendance bonuses, and strategies to improve driver retention. They also reviewed the district's routing system and operational logistics. Future policy discussions were planned regarding open enrollment, focusing on limiting it to staff children as an employee benefit rather than general open enrollment. The meeting concluded with scheduling a board retreat and planning for strategic goal setting.