Valley View board approves personnel actions, three construction contracts and K–2 phonics adoption

VALLEY VIEW, Ill. — The Valley View CUSD 365U Board of Education on Monday approved a package of routine and capital items that included personnel approvals, three construction contracts and a recommended phonics curriculum for grades K–2.

The board accepted the treasurer’s January report and authorized interim payments, including a bills‑payable slate listed by administration at $3,243,632.40. Treasurer John Renich told the board the packet included the monthly financial reports and interim obligations; the roll‑call approval was unanimous.

Among the capital contracts the board approved:

- A contract with Great Lakes Hotel Supply for Woodview Elementary School kitchen equipment and installation for $218,293.00. Administration said the work will begin after the school year ends. Board members approved the motion by roll call.

- A base‑bid contract with Abby Construction Company for site improvements at Jamie McGee Elementary School, including expansion of the parking lot by 43 stalls, for $647,891.87. The board approved the award by roll call.

- A contract with Armor Shield Construction to replace damaged roofing and related work at Romeoville High School for $811,000, following storm damage. Administration confirmed the work was not covered by insurance; the board approved the contract by roll call.

The board also approved the consolidated personnel action report (certified, classified and administrative personnel) as presented by HR and approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, field trips and multiple gifts to elementary and early‑childhood centers.

Curriculum adoption: Administration presented a recommended primary phonics resource for kindergarten through second grade that the district says aligns with the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan. The three‑year cost listed in the packet was $481,746.68; the board approved the adoption pending attorney review and final contract approval.

Procurement notice: Administration announced a solicitation for a five‑year district cleaning services contract to replace the current vendor (GSF Cleaning Company), noting the potential aggregate value at roughly $25 million and scheduling a mandatory pre‑bid conference and a March recommendation from administration.

President Quigley closed each roll call by saying, “The ayes have it,” as unanimous votes were recorded for the presented items. The board did not delay any of the listed actions and approved each motion in sequence. The district plans to return with formal contract documents and attorney review notes where required at a future meeting.