Meeting-Briefs

L-W School Board June 26 Meeting Briefs

Special Education District Update: The fence installation around the playground at Lincoln Way Area Special Education District 843 has been completed except for one gate section that will allow equipment access for repairs. Extended school year programming is underway with appropriate staffing and transportation. District officials are still awaiting details on new state reimbursement opportunities for private special education facilities.

FOIA Request from Ethiopia: The district received an unusual Freedom of Information Act request from Ethiopia, prompting brief discussion among board members about the international origin of the request.

Policy Updates: Board members approved second reading of policy changes primarily involving Title IX updates dating back to 2020, with most changes consisting of footnote and reference updates rather than substantive language modifications.

Meeting Schedule Change: The August 2025 board meeting was moved from August 21 to August 18 to meet the 30-day public notice requirement between tentative and final budget presentations.

Capital Projects: The board approved a $4.5 million transfer for summer 2025 capital improvement projects, an annual accounting exercise that allows payment for current construction work from the next fiscal year’s budget.

Investment Strategy: The district is working with PMA Financial Network on additional investment opportunities as spring tax revenues are received and life safety bond proceeds are managed until needed for summer 2026 projects.

Events

No events

Leave a Comment





Latest News Stories

About Us Website Header - 1

New Lenox Library Board Seats New Trustees, Reorganizes After Election

NEW LENOX – The New Lenox Public Library District Board of Trustees officially seated its newly elected members and reorganized its leadership and committee assignments for the new term at...
New-Lenox-School-122.3

New Lenox D122 Board Approves Nearly $300,000 for Summer Maintenance Projects

The New Lenox School District 122 Board of Education has approved a comprehensive list of 56 maintenance and capital improvement projects to be completed over the summer, allocating a total...
new-lenox-fire-district-stations.3

New Lenox Fire District to Launch Comfort Dog Program for First Responders, Community

NEW LENOX – The New Lenox Fire Protection District is adding a four-legged member to its team after the Board of Trustees unanimously approved the creation of a new comfort...
new-lenox-library.2-1

Library’s ‘Studio’ Draws Record Crowds with New Tech and Creative Programs

NEW LENOX – The New Lenox Public Library’s creative hub, The Studio, is experiencing a surge in popularity, shattering attendance records and successfully launching new technology-driven programs, according to a...
New-Lenox-School-122.5

D122 to Spend $24,950 on Professional Enrollment Forecast

New Lenox School District 122 will hire an outside firm to conduct a comprehensive, 10-year enrollment forecast at an estimated cost of $24,950. The Board of Education approved an agreement...
Mokena Park District.logo.graphic.1

Mokena Park District Approves $550,000 Fund Transfer for Major Park Projects

The Mokena Community Park District Board of Commissioners has approved a $550,000 fund transfer to complete several key capital projects, including the construction of a new bathroom facility at Hecht...
LWSRA

Mokena Park District Joins Regional Partners in Renewed Funding Commitment for LWSRA

The Mokena Community Park District is renewing its financial commitment to the Lincolnway Special Recreation Association (LWSRA), joining eight other local park districts in an intergovernmental agreement that ensures continued...
mokena park Yunker Barn

Mokena Park District Seeks Nearly $1 Million State Grant for Yunker Barn Renovation

The Mokena Park District is seeking nearly $1 million in state funding to help transform the historic Yunker Park Barn into a year-round facility. Executive Director Greg Vitale announced at...
Meeting-Briefs

Meeting Briefs: Mokena Park District Board of Commissioners for June 27, 2023

The Mokena Park District Board of Commissioners met on June 27 to approve funding for capital projects, renew a regional partnership agreement, and review staff reports on recent and upcoming...
JJC-Graphic-Logo

JJC Trustees Approve Contentious FY26 Budget After Heated Debate, Failed Postponement

The Joliet Junior College Board of Trustees on Wednesday approved a $322.3 million budget for fiscal year 2026, but not before a tense debate that saw a motion to postpone...
mokena library logo graphic.4

Library Board Approves Annual Budget, Begins Review of Financial Advisor Proposals

The Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved its working budget for the new fiscal year at its June 24 meeting and formally began the process of selecting a financial advisor...
Screenshot-2025-07-06-at-9.50.39-AM

Lincoln Way District 210 Approves $2.1 Million Budget Amendment, Maintains Strong Financial Position

Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 board members unanimously approved an amended fiscal year 2025 budget Thursday night that increases the district's operating surplus to $2.1 million while maintaining...
Joliet-Junior-college.-Graphic-Logo.5

JJC’s ‘12x12x12’ Initiative Boosts College Credits, Increases Matriculation Rate

Joliet Junior College’s ambitious "12x12x12" initiative is yielding significant results, leading to more high school students earning college credits and a greater percentage of them choosing to attend JJC after...
Screenshot-2025-07-06-at-9.45.35-AM

District 210 Approves Administrative Restructuring, Staff Salary Increases

Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 board members approved administrative restructuring and salary increases for non-union clerical support staff during closed session actions Thursday night. The board unanimously approved...
Joliet-Junior-college.-Graphic-Logo.4

JJC Board Meeting Highlights Tensions Over Legal Bills, Trustee Conduct

An otherwise routine vote to approve monthly bill payments ignited a tense exchange at the Joliet Junior College Board of Trustees meeting Wednesday, revealing ongoing friction over redacted legal invoices,...