Special School Board Session - June 12, 2026

The School City of East Chicago held a special school board session on June 12, 2026, primarily focused on approving resolutions related to lease amendments and bond issuance for school facility improvements. The board discussed and approved an amendment to a lease originally from 2014, with clarifications regarding the absence of petitions opposing the bond and the procedural compliance with local government finance requirements. Additionally, the board approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of bonds to finance construction, renovation, and improvements at school corporation facilities, with a particular emphasis on HVAC system replacements at the high school. Board members inquired about project scope, timelines, and contract incentives, noting the first phase's completion by the end of summer 2026 and the potential for incorporating contractor penalties in future phases. The meeting concluded with the scheduling of the next board meeting and adjournment.