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Sycamore board adopts FY2026 permanent appropriations amid debate over rising special-education costs and levy timing
Summary
The board adopted FY2026 permanent appropriations (total appropriations shown just over $131 million; general fund $107.5M) and discussed a proposed 3.5% financial parameter, capital-improvement funding and a five-year forecast to inform levy planning.
The Sycamore School Board voted to adopt FY2026 permanent appropriations after a detailed financial briefing. Mister Ballant moved adoption, Doctor James seconded, and the roll call recorded unanimous 'Aye' votes from named board members. Finance staff said total appropriations across funds are "just over $131,000,000," with the general fund at about $107.5 million and operating expenditures at $103.2 million (a 2.8–2.9 percent increase over last year).
Treasurer/finance staff explained the difference…
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