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Board approves buses, CTE equipment, personnel actions and student fees; several routine items pass unanimously
Summary
At its regular meeting, the Minooka CHSD 111 board approved purchase and financing of 16 buses, Snap‑On CTE tools, fire‑science turnout gear, student fees for 2026–27 and multiple personnel motions including resignations, leaves, employment and contract extensions; most votes were unanimous or voice votes, with the Hyundai abatement agreement recorded 4–1.
The Minooka CHSD 111 board approved a slate of operational, procurement and personnel items Tuesday night.
Procurement and finance: the board voted to purchase 16 school buses from Central States for a total of $2,394,190 with a guaranteed buyback and to finance the purchase through a five‑year lease with American Capital at an annual lease payment of $363,936. The board also approved a $44,422 purchase of additional Snap‑On tools for CTE classes and the purchase of fire‑science turnout gear from Darly under Sourcewell contract for $56,760.
Policy and routine business: the board approved student fees for the 2026–27 school year as presented and renewed the district’s IHSA membership for 2026–27. The board adopted the 2026–27 meeting calendar and approved an $8,500 interior‑painting memorandum of understanding.
Personnel: the board accepted multiple resignations and retirements as presented, approved leaves of absence (FMLA) pending documentation, approved the employment of certified staff pending background checks (Nathaniel Baldwin listed) and approved extracurricular employment and volunteers pending paperwork. The board also voted to terminate the employment of Anne Butler and adopted a resolution of non‑renewal for probationary certified staff (naming Jacob Karp for notice of termination). Contract extensions were approved for Jamie Solomon (three years) and Dr. Phil Picowski (three years).
Votes and dissent: most motions passed on roll call or voice vote with unanimous or majority support. The Hyundai Translead abatement agreement was approved with a 4–1 roll‑call; Mr. Koy recorded the lone 'no' vote. Several routine items passed by voice vote.
What happens next: approved purchases proceed to vendor contracting and financing; personnel actions take effect pending required paperwork; staff will return with additional detail on tabled or multi‑phase capital projects.
