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Board discusses collections against former superintendent and releases forensic audit RFP timeline

Evanston CCSD 65 Board of Education · December 9, 2025
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Board staff recommended engaging a contingency collections firm to pursue defaulted repayment by former superintendent Dr. Horton and outlined a forensic audit RFP to review contracts and accounting practices across FY21–FY24, with proposals due Jan. 5 and finalists to present Jan. 12.

Board members reviewed two finance items tied to oversight and accountability: a proposed collections engagement tied to a repayment agreement with former superintendent Dr. Horton, and a forensic‑audit RFP to review contracts and accounting practices.

On collections, staff said Dr. Horton is in default on his July 2023 repayment agreement; the district is seeking remaining…

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