The bill amends section 3311.06 of the Revised Code to clarify the process and conditions under which school district territories can be annexed to cities or villages. It introduces the term "megaproject," defined as per section 122.17 of the Revised Code, and establishes specific criteria for the annexation of territories that are part of a school district. Notably, it stipulates that when territory is annexed, it becomes part of the city school district if a majority of the annexing city's residents live in that district, the annexed area is unincorporated and located in a county with a megaproject, and the school district from which the territory is annexed objects to accepting students from new homes in the annexed area. This provision allows for transfers of territory without the approval of the city school district or the state board of education.

Additionally, the bill outlines the requirements for negotiations between affected school districts regarding territory transfers, emphasizing the need for good faith efforts and resolutions from the boards of education involved. It also specifies that any agreements made under this section must be approved by the majority of the boards and can include provisions for interdistrict payments based on local revenue growth. Furthermore, the bill establishes a temporary restriction on transferring territory used for nonresidential purposes among school districts that are parties to an annexation agreement, requiring board approval for such transfers until October 1, 2021. The existing section 3311.06 is repealed, indicating a complete overhaul of the previous regulations governing school district territory annexations.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3311.06