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Board fails to advance $12.1 million bond referendum after motions go unanswered
Summary
Board members discussed a possible $12.1 million referendum for Todd Hall renovations, but motions to submit bond language (Option A and Option B) were not seconded and therefore failed on Nov. 6.
Superintendent Dr. David L. Russo reviewed discussions related to proposed Todd Hall renovations and the possibility of asking voters to approve $12,100,000 in school building bonds. Secretary John P. Vranas moved a resolution containing Option A language to submit the proposition to voters at the March 17, 2026 primary election; the motion was not seconded and therefore failed. Vranas then moved a separate resolution with Option B language; that motion also was not seconded and failed.
Vice President Myra A. Foutris questioned the cost details during the discussion and Finance Committee Chair Jay Oleniczak explained aspects of the financing and its impact on the district's debt service. Secretary Vranas argued that redevelopment at Lincolnwood Town Center and growing special education needs mean additional space will be required and should take precedence in district planning. No formal vote on a bond-resolution language was recorded because neither motion received a second.
