0:11 → 2:14(2m 2s)
Early technical troubleshooting and audio/video checks before the meeting; speakers note the camera and USB connection issues and confirm audio is available. (Procedural)
The Effingham CUSD 40 board met for a regular meeting that included a brief truth-in-taxation hearing (rate presented as a slight reduction), recognition of the EJHS softball team, routine financial and consent agenda approvals, a detailed 10-year health-life-safety facilities presentation by BLD Architects, approval of a maintenance grant request to replace the Southside Elementary perimeter fence, and entry into closed session on personnel matters. The transcript did not specify a single meeting date; materials reference 11/30/2025 data and recent December meeting minutes.
