Board Update 5/13/2026
Public Hearing: E-Learning Plan Renewal
Agenda Item 6.0
The revised CCSD59 E-Learning Plan is presented for board approval as a three-year renewal that builds on the District’s established, state aligned framework for implementing up to five e-learning days in place of emergency closures.
The meeting was opened for public comments and/or requests for consideration prior to adopting the E-Learning Plan.
Board Recognition/Presentations
Agenda Item 7.0
NSSEO FY27 Tentative Budget – 7.01
The budget for Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization (NSSEO) was presented for the 2026–2027 school year, which includes the expected costs for CCSD59. Overall, there will be an increase of about $635,935 due to more students enrolling and higher student tuition. These numbers are estimates and may change depending on how many students actually attend NSSEO from CCSD59.
Superintendent Reports
Agenda Item 8.0
Monthly Updates – 8.01
The monthly Superintendent Report shared updates on key district work. Highlights include:
- The Strategic Plan refresh draft feedback survey is open, and listening sessions will take place the week of May 18. The survey closes Friday, May 29. Visit our website to learn more.
- OrganicLife food service tasting and listening sessions will be held on May 20 for registered parents/guardians. Feedback, along with student focus groups feedback, will improve menu options.
- High-quality instruction remains the district’s main focus, ensuring strong learning in core subjects like math, reading, writing, and science.
- CCSD59 honored retirees and staff with over 25 years of service during a special recognition event. Congratulations to our retirees and thank you to all for your service, dedication, and commitment to our district.
- All graduation ceremonies will be live streamed on the CCSD59 Facebook Page.
- The Discipline and Safety Committee completed the annual School Resource Officer Program review, highlighting strong growth in our program.
- Using grant funding, the district will pilot interactive flat panel displays (Newline) next year to support more engaging instruction and brighter classroom environments.
For more information, please watch the presentation.
Action Items
Agenda Item 9.0
Approval of Food Service Contract – 9.01
The District is asking the board to renew our food service contract with OrganicLife for the 2026-27 school year. OrganicLife was selected last year through a Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Typically, the state law allows the District to renew a contract four times before a District is required to bid the service. The renewal includes a 2.7% cost increase.
The Board has approved the renewal of our contract with Organic Life at the proposed rates.
Setting Student Meal Fees for the 2026-2027 School Year – 9.02
Each year, Districts are required to increase meal fees by $0.10. The District recommends to minimally increase lunch fees from $3.45 to $3.55. In addition, it is recommended the breakfast fee remains at $1.30 and the price of a carton of milk remains at $0.50.
The Board has approved these as the student per meal fees for the 2026-2027 school year.
Renewal for Refuse/Recycling Service – 9.03
The District is finishing its first year of our three year renewal agreement with Republic Services. This year, the contract includes a 5.0% rate increase, raising the monthly charge by $357.04, for a total of $7,497.98 per month. Being satisfied with the level of performance and service provided, the administration recommends extending the contract with Republic Services.
The Board has approved the renewal for refuse/recycling service with Republic Services, for the 2026-2027 school year for a monthly rate of $7,497.98 or an annual cost of $89,975.76.
NSSEO Budget Adoption: 2026-2027 School Year – 9.04
NSSEO Governing Board has prepared a tentative budget for 2026/27, which includes the expected costs for CCSD59. The budget for CCSD59 is set to increase $635,935 for a total of $3,966,664. This represents a 19.1% increase over the prior year’s budget.
The Board has approved the budget and the District’s associated costs, above, and agreed to participate in the programs and activities of NSSEO during the fiscal year 2026/27.
Approval of Health/Dental Insurance Renewal – 9.05
The Insurance Committee met with Alera Group to discuss plan renewals. Plan options have been reviewed. The increase in cost to the District is in line with industry average – this includes self-funded PPO plans with a 10.7% increase, fully-insured HMO with a 22.3% increase, dental renewal with an increase of 4.5% for PPO plans and 19.7% for HMO plans, and continuation of a voluntary vision plan that will be available at no cost to the district. The District is asking the Board to approve of the plan renewal.
The Board has approved the renewal negotiated by Alera Group on behalf of Community Consolidated School District 59 as presented.
Bid for Sealcoating, Restriping and Crack Filling – 9.06
CCSD59 has an asphalt maintenance program that requires sealcoating, restriping, and crack filling of approximately half of the district’s parking lots and playground areas every other year. This program is designed to increase the life of the asphalt.
This summer, asphalt maintenance is scheduled at the following locations: Admin Building, Grove, Holmes, ELC, Devonshire and Forest View. Restriping will only be at the following locations: Friendship, Brentwood, Clearmont, John Jay, Juliette Low, Frost, Rupley, and Salt Creek.
The Board has approved Denler Inc to complete the project for $69,463.60.
Approval of Donation to Byrd Elementary School – 9.07
The Board has approved the donation of $1,000 from Elk Grove Village Post 9284 to Byrd Elementary School to fund student incentives that support school-wide attendance efforts and encourage positive behavior.
Approval of Donation to Salt Creek Elementary School – 9.08
The Board has approved the donation of $500 from Laurie and David Miller to Salt Creek Elementary School to support student school lunches. This is their fourth donation to the school to support student school lunches.
Discussion Items
Agenda Item 10.0
Determination of Serious Safety Hazards Related to Student Transportation – 10.01
The district is reviewing the serious safety hazard locations in preparations for the 2026-27 school year. The determination as to what constitutes a serious safety hazard must be made by the school board on an annual basis, in accordance with guidelines promulgated by the Illinois Department of Transportation in consultation with the Illinois State Board of Education.
Appointment of School Treasurer – 10.02
The Board is required to appoint a School Treasurer for each fiscal year, and has appointed the incoming Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Business Operations, Gregory Volan, as School Treasurer, effective July 1, 2026.
School Treasurer Bond – 10.03
The School Treasurer is required to execute a bond, and the bond must be approved by at least a majority of the members of the board. The Board appointed Gregory Volan, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Business Operations.
School Safety and Security Enhancements – 10.04
The safety team recently met to create a formal process for prioritizing the budget for both short-term and long-term projects.
The safety team recommends moving forward with installing environmental sensors in all junior high school bathrooms for the 2026-2027 school year. These sensors detect vapor and other chemical substances, and will help monitor student health and safety concerns.
The estimated initial cost for this product is $51,428.00 with an ongoing subscription cost of $4,988.00 annually.
10yr Health Life Safety Survey – 10.05
Every 10 years, a Health Life Survey is required for Illinois public schools. This is overseen by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and licensed architects or engineers will inspect fire safety, structural integrity, electrical systems, and environmental conditions.
The cost for the two projects with the Architect is $191,297. The cost of the Civil Engineer is still being negotiated.
