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Naperville 203 trustees debate using $140 million fund balance for additions, transportation hub and other capital work
Summary
Board members and the public discussed the district’s $140–141 million fund balance and proposed capital projects — including school additions and a transportation facility — with some trustees arguing such projects improve student experience and others warning that large capital spending could conflict with demands to increase teacher pay.
Board members and administrators spent a substantial portion of the Aug. 18 business meeting discussing how to use a fund balance the administration said was about $140–141 million as of June 30. The administration and trustees described a set of proposed capital priorities — school additions, facility renovations and a transportation hub — while some trustees and members of the public urged caution, saying money should be prioritized for staff compensation and classroom services.
Board member Joe Kosminski defended capital work as student‑centered, saying additions and a…
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