In a study of insurance plans across the State of Ohio, the Ohio Educators Association (OEA) gave a very favorable review to the Stark County COG insurance plan, of which 16 of the 17 school districts in the county belong. There are over 14,000 school employees that belong and includes many districts beyond Stark County. This insurance plan allows for member input into design changes by having the OEA representative meet with the Chairman and if an agreement is reached the changes go forward. Control of the COG remains within the group of members.  read more »

The LEPS Levy Committee meets every Thursday at 6:00 pm at the new Middle School in the library for committee work. People who wish to help with the levy efforts are invited to attend. Then at 7:00pm the community is invited to attend a question and answer session with school officials and the levy committee. A short power point and informational brochures will be available that give the voter the basic information about Issue #7.  read more »