# District 85 School Board Meeting - 10/22/26


**Body:** East Side Community Media
**Date:** October 21, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Physical Infrastructure


The October 22, 2026, District 85 School Board meeting included facilities planning and district financing. The superintendent said Tremco would provide a quote to address two deteriorated exterior gym walls; the work will be brought to the building committee, with possible funding support discussed. The consent agenda’s financial review noted an approximately $80,000 health, life, and safety expenditure for doors, including one door project planned for Christmas break. No construction contract or vendor award was approved at this meeting.

The board approved a resolution of intent to issue up to $500,000 in working cash fund bonds to increase the district’s working cash fund. The superintendent said a public hearing was planned for November 24, 2026, and described a six-year repayment term; the resolution passed by roll-call vote. The board also approved the superintendent’s FY27 goals. No other procurement awards or purchasing actions were identified.

**Source:** East Side Community Media