November 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Public Hearing & Regular Board Meeting

Description: 

Each year, under the Illinois School Code, school boards are required to levy property taxes to help fund public schools. This levy process must be completed before the end of December.

Based on estimates from the Lake County Tax Assessment Office, the District expects some adjustments in property values for the 2026 levy compared to the 2025 levy. These county estimates are usually very close to the actual numbers, which will be finalized next spring.

Upon approval of both the Levy and the Supplemental Levy, the total tax ask represents a 4.53% increase over the prior year’s extension. This increase is anticipated to be adjusted by the Property Tax Extension Limitation Law or "tax cap", which would ultimately equate to approximately a one-cent increase in the overall tax rate.

Description: 

Each year, under the Illinois School Code, school boards are required to levy property taxes to help fund public schools. This levy process must be completed before the end of December.

Based on estimates from the Lake County Tax Assessment Office, the District expects some adjustments in property values for the 2026 levy compared to the 2025 levy. These county estimates are usually very close to the actual numbers, which will be finalized next spring.

Administrative Consideration:

It is recommended that, subsequent to the public hearing regarding the 2026 tax levy:

1. That the Board of Education adopt and certify the Tax Levy Resolution regarding the 2026 Tax Levy as presented.
2. That the President and the Secretary be directed to also certify such levy on the Certificate of Tax Levy form.
3. That the President and the Secretary be directed to execute the Resolution Authorizing Reduction of Certain Fund Levies for the 2026 Levy Year.
4. That the President be directed to sign the Certification of Compliance with the Truth-In-Taxation Law.
5. That the CSBO be directed to file said documents with the Clerk of Lake County on or before December 30, 2026.

Description: 

When the District’s Series 2022A Limited Tax Bonds were issued; they were structured under the assumption that the DSEB would increase annually by a CPI of 2%. At closing for the Series 2022A bond issuance, Chapman & Cutler, our district attorney for Bond Issuance committed to prepare the supplemental tax levy resolution so the District can capture the increase in the CPI, and resulting DSEB, each year beginning in tax year 2024. This was based on approval in 2011, when District voters approved a Debt Service Extension Base (DSEB) that increases annually by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) based on the 2009 Public Act 96-0501.

Upon approval of both the Levy and the Supplemental Levy, the total tax ask represents a 4.53% increase over the prior year’s extension. This increase is anticipated to be adjusted by the Property Tax Extension Limitation Law or "tax cap", which would ultimately equate to approximately a one-cent increase in the overall tax rate.

Description: 

As a member district of the Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL), the District is responsible for a prorated share of SEDOL’s employer contributions to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) for SEDOL employees. Each year, SEDOL calculates each member district’s share and provides the amount to be incorporated into the district’s annual tax levy.

The SEDOL IMRF levy is separate from the District’s own IMRF levy and must be identified separately on the Certificate of Levy. While the SEDOL IMRF levy is exempt from PTELL (tax cap) limitations, it is included in the District’s aggregate levy for Truth in Taxation purposes. The District is responsible for its allocated share of SEDOL’s IMRF costs whether or not the separate levy is adopted; approving the levy allows the District to collect the funds specifically for this obligation rather than absorbing the cost within existing District resources.

Description:  This resolution authorizes the issuance of up to $74.5 million in General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2027, as part of the voter-approved referendum from the November 5, 2024, election. The bonds will fund approved capital improvement projects across the District, including facility additions and renovations, safety and security enhancements, system replacements, ADA accessibility improvements, instructional and career and technical education spaces, food service upgrades, and energy efficiency improvements. The resolution establishes the legal parameters for the bond issuance and sale, authorizes designated District officials to proceed with the sale, and provides for the levy of a direct annual property tax sufficient to pay principal and interest on the bonds, as required by law.

Description: 

District 120’s Policy 4:60, Purchases and Contracts,  contains a unique clause requiring Board approval prior to any non-customary purchase exceeding $35,000. 

To remain compliant under the current policy, the following purchases are being presented for advance approval. Used equipment does not require a bid process. 

Description: 

The District is purchasing and installing replacement synthetic turf for the stadium through FieldTurf using Omnia Partners Cooperative Purchasing Contract No. R261604. 

The project includes removal and disposal of the existing turf, site grading, installation of the new synthetic turf system, and all logos, lettering, and field markings. It also includes the maintenance equipment needed to extend the life of the new turf. The total cost is $829,227.

In accordance with District policy, the recommended vendor has submitted and signed the required Conflict of Interest Disclosure form confirming there is no conflict of interest.

Description:  The Illinois School Report Card is an annual evaluation released by ISBE that provides a comprehensive snapshot of every public school in the state. Its primary purpose is to inform families, educators, and community members about academic performance, student growth, school climate, and financial expenditures. The report card evaluates key indicators like chronic absenteeism, graduation rates, and teacher retention to create an official summative designation for each school. The report card and its designation system fosters transparency and drives continuous improvement. Overall, it serves as a foundational roadmap for districts to make data-informed decisions about next steps while embracing celebrations.

Description:  Human Resources

Description:  A preview of the timeline in which the district will review the FY28 FTE staffing proposals for administrative staff, certified staff, classified staff, confidential staff, and athletic coaches/activity sponsors will be shared with the Board.

Description:  MEA and administration have agreed to a Memorandum of Understanding regarding Appendix 3 in the 2025-2030 Mundelein Education Association (MEA) contract.

Description: 

The district routinely reviews, revises, and creates new job descriptions that accurately reflect the work responsibilities performed by staff.  The district requests approval of the following job descriptions:

• School Nurse (Generalized Student Health) — Revised
• School Nurse (Specialized Student Health) — New
• Building Secretary - Transition Center — Revised
• Assistant Principal of Teaching & Learning - New
• Shared-Service Senior Executive Assistant to the Superintendent — Revised
• Shared-Service Student Information Systems Specialist — New
• Shared-Service Student Information Systems Manager — New
• Shared-Service Executive Assistant to Human Resource Management — New
• Shared-Service Human Resource Specialist — Revised
• Shared-Service Director of Human Resource Management — Revised
• Shared-Service Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources/Legal — Revised

Description:  A presentation regarding the evolution of the human resources shared-service function, departmental staffing changes, and the expansion responsibilities will be provided.

Description:  Board members that will attend the Triple I Joint Conference will discuss which panel sessions they will be attending. On December 8, 2026, board meeting members of the BOE will share the panel sessions they attended.

Description:  Expanding our dual credit offerings at MHS increases postsecondary opportunity, reduces college costs for families, and provides equitable access to rigorous coursework. Students earning these credits in high school save thousands in future tuition. To offer these courses, staff must meet specific college-accreditation requirements. As such, D120 administration requests board approval to reimburse up to three certified staff members at the contract's higher tuition rate to complete the required dual credit credentialing.

Description:  A recent update from College of Lake County placed new restrictions on area high schools’ ability to teach dual credit courses next year and placed further restrictions on the length of dual credit courses (semester vs. year).  These updates were provided without notice or without soliciting any suggested guidance or opinion from high school administration.  As such, D120 needs to consider what action steps to take to provide the greatest opportunity for MHS students.

Description:  The Board will review a first reading of School Board Policy #4:150 Facility Management and Building Programs.

Description: 

The District has been invited to participate in multidistrict litigation being pursued by Frantz Law Group, in partnership with F3 Law, on behalf of school districts against several major social media companies, including Meta/Facebook/Instagram, TikTok/ByteDance, Snap/Snapchat, and Google/YouTube.

The litigation alleges that certain design, marketing, algorithm, and age-verification practices used by social media companies have contributed to harmful impacts on youth and, consequently, increased costs and responsibilities for school districts.

It is recommended that the Board authorize participation in the litigation and approve the related contingency-fee agreement.

Description:  Mundelein Village Manager Eric Guenther and Director of Community Development Amanda Orenchuk will present a proposed adjustment to the Village of Mundelein’s TIF District III, encompassing the Banker’s Triangle area.