Board of Education Meeting - September, 2026

The Elmhurst CUSD 205 Board of Education held a meeting on September 22, 2026, which included a public hearing and adoption of the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget. The proposed budget anticipates revenues of approximately $176.5 million, primarily driven by property taxes with a 2.3% increase from the previous year, and expenditures increasing by 5.5%, largely due to salaries and benefits. The board approved a $4 million commitment toward capital projects and authorized a transfer of $138,345.92 for capital lease payments. Additionally, the board approved changes to the 2027 medical and dental benefits contracts, resulting in an overall 8.6% increase in insurance costs. The meeting also featured presentations on school climate improvements, attendance initiatives, and educational programs, but no other procurement or contracting actions were taken.