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Board approves District 843 FY2026 budget; cooperative cites staffing and transportation cost pressures
Summary
The Lincoln‑Way 210 board unanimously approved the FY2026 budget for Special Education Cooperative District 843, noting double‑digit increases in some cost categories, uncertainty on S‑fund reimbursements and ongoing transportation leasing challenges.
The Lincoln‑Way 210 Board of Education unanimously approved Aug. 18 the fiscal year 2026 budget for Special Education Cooperative District 843, after administrators summarized cost pressures tied to staffing, contract services, transportation and student placements.
The cooperative’s budget overview was provided in the informational packet and discussed by Mike (staff member) and Dana Berthold, board member and cooperative representative. Berthold said the cooperative faces “significant increases” in costs even though enrollment has remained relatively stable and noted specific areas to monitor, including…
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