Business Services Committee
Mar 10, 2026
The lede
- Committee reviewed Strategic Plan Goal 5 (Operational Resources) progress and district scorecard updates
- Discussed purchase of 1,250 Chromebooks for annual device refresh to support 1:1 instructional program
- Reviewed E-rate contracts providing 85-90% discounts on technology hardware and internet services
- Addressed multiple operational items including FY27 budget preparation, treasurer’s bond renewal, federal audit reports, and facility use requests
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Strategic Plan Update - Goal 5: Administration provided monthly review of district progress on Goal 5: Operational Resources using scorecard metrics.
2026 Chromebook Purchase: Recommendation to purchase 1,250 Chromebooks for scheduled annual device refresh to maintain current, reliable student hardware supporting 1:1 instructional goals.
E-rate Items: Discussion of contracts leveraging E-rate program’s 85% hardware discount and 90% internet services discount, with balance funded by Technology Budget.
Maintenance Grant RFP Recommendation: Review of maintenance grant request for proposals and recommendations.
FY27 Tentative Budget Preparation: Designation of individual responsible for preparing the FY27 Tentative Budget.
Treasurer’s Bond Renewal: Review of treasurer’s bond renewal for 2026-2027 period.
Federal Programs Single Audit Report for FY25: Presentation of federal single audit report, management letter, and corrective action plan.
Regulatory Basis Engagement Audit FY26: Discussion of audit engagement letter for FY26.
Approved Depositories: Review of approved financial depositories list.
IHSA Membership Renewal: Discussion of 2026-2027 Illinois High School Association membership renewals for both high schools.
Sunday Facility Use - BNHS Relay For Life: Review of facility use request for May 3, 2026 Relay For Life event.
Excess Property Disposal: Two items covering disposal of CMS band instruments and BHS athletics equipment.
Upcoming Secure Entry RFP Results: Discussion of upcoming secure entry request for proposals results.
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