# District 96 Board of Education Regular Meeting 08-19-26

The Riverside School District 96 Board of Education regular meeting was held August 19, 2026. The board discussed the FY2027 budget, which staff said was not expected to change significantly before a final presentation and required action in September. Members discussed a projected 3% salary-and-wage increase and possible delays in Cook County tax distributions; staff said district fund balances were expected to help manage cash flow. The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including personnel reports and payable pre-lists dated July 31 and August 19. A review of intergovernmental agreements identified a conflicting $30,000/$35,000 payment cap in the Village of Riverside crossing-guard agreement; staff will check prior records and return with clarification. No new agreement changes or procurement awards were approved.

The superintendent search firm, BWP, reviewed the schedule and proposed posting a salary range of $220,000–$260,000; board members had not finalized the range, and staff planned to gather input before posting. The superintendent also reported that summer construction work was complete, boiler replacement was underway following delivery of the boilers, and playground and field projects were progressing, with the playground targeted for completion by Labor Day. No project costs, contractors, or new purchasing approvals were stated. Public comments focused on classroom technology use and teacher turnover; the board noted technology oversight was part of its strategic plan.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** August 19, 2026

### Sources
- [District 96 Board of Education Regular Meeting 08-19-26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYCFtAfNX5w) - Riverside TV