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Board member questions grant-funded instructional support and contract detail as district considers FY2026 budget amendment
Summary
Oak Park School District discussed a proposed amendment to the FY2026 budget and several district contracts while a board member pressed administration over a grant-funded instructional support role, saying the contract lacks sufficient scope and risks audit problems and lost funds.
The Oak Park School District Board reviewed a proposed amendment to the fiscal year 2026 budget and considered several district contracts while a board member raised detailed concerns about a grant-funded instructional support position and the clarity of its contract.
Board chair opened the agenda item as an amendment to the FY2026 budget, saying the changes reflect updated revenue projections and enrollment shifts. The agenda included a proposed three-year district-wide electrical services agreement with "Great Lakes Power Airline Incorporated" and a multi-year district moving services contract intended to support major projects and equipment moves.
The most contested portion of the discussion centered on a grant-funded…
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