Tiffany Balsitis

The board meeting featured a report from North Elementary School and a period for public comments regarding a referendum. The Superintendent and board members provided updates on district activities and staff transitions. The board approved various financial reports, the 2026-2027 Finance Committee meeting schedule, the appointment of a school treasurer, and the use of specific financial depositories. Additional approvals covered payroll, personnel changes, salary adjustments, school fees, facility usage, a transportation contract, and a child nutrition meal agreement. Key informational topics included student technology usage and a detailed discussion on district finances and the upcoming referendum. The board also reviewed requests made under the Freedom of Information Act and held an executive session.

The committee reviewed financial reports, including vouchers for various funding sources, an operating statement with current income and expenses, and a balance sheet detailing the fund balance. Discussion topics included lease agreement renewals with the School Association for Special Education in DuPage County (SASED) for classrooms at the Early Childhood Center, North School, and York Center Elementary School. Additionally, the committee discussed proposals for increasing student fees and modifying the facilities rental fee structure to standardize rates across all user groups.

The meeting included reports from student representatives and the principal of Schafer Elementary School, alongside public comments regarding a referendum. The Board and Superintendent discussed school activities, staff appreciation, and retirement recognitions. Action items approved by the Board included personnel changes, salary adjustments, lease agreements with the School Association for Special Education in DuPage County, and various employment guidelines for the upcoming school year. Informational discussions covered resolutions for the IASB Delegate Assembly, LEND updates, a consolidated district plan, a contract renewal, student and facility rental fees, an analysis of referendum results, financial planning, and FOIA requests.

The Board of Education received a report from the student representative and a presentation from the Westmore Elementary School Principal. Public comments regarding the referendum were heard. The Superintendent provided updates on registration, end-of-year events, and plans for a future referendum. Key approvals included financial reports, the EBC insurance renewal, and a collective bargaining agreement with the District 45 Employees Association. Consent items covered payrolls, personnel changes, salary adjustments, contract renewals, and the board meeting schedule. Further discussions included lease agreements for special education classroom and office spaces, student and facilities rental fees, and staffing and financial planning. The board also reviewed Freedom of Information Act requests and entered into an executive session.

The Board of Education held a public hearing to receive comments on a proposal to sell $3,000,000 in Working Cash Fund Bonds. The Superintendent explained that the issuance of these bonds is intended to support capital improvements and facility renovations across the District.