Dayton Board of Education - Emergency Meeting - August 21, 2026

The Dayton Board of Education held an emergency meeting on August 21, 2026, to address significant payroll issues affecting new employees, particularly long-term substitutes without proper licensure and incomplete onboarding documentation. The board discussed the challenges caused by transitioning from a 26-pay to a 24-pay period, which led to delayed and incorrect paycheck distributions. Key concerns included missing or incorrect paperwork such as background checks, I-9 forms, and licenses, which legally prevent payment. The board emphasized the need for immediate corrective action to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, with directives to deploy staff to collect missing documentation and hold payments for those without valid licenses. They also discussed clarifying board approval processes for new hires and promotions to prevent future payroll discrepancies. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn after agreeing on steps to resolve the payroll issues promptly.