Meeting Agenda
A. Call to Order
B.  Pledge of Allegiance
C. Questions/Comments from the Public
D. Presentation of Agenda Items
E. Adoption of Agenda
F. Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
G. Introduction of candidates for School Board Member Appointment 
H. Closed Session
I. Approval of School Board Member Appointment 
J. Swearing in of the newly appointed Board member. 
K.  Financial Report
L. Personnel
M. Administrator Report
M.1. Principal Report 
M.2. Superintendent Report
N. Old Business 
N.1. FY 26 Calendar Approval 
O. New Business
O.1. FY2026 Maintenance of Effort - D154.5
O.2. First Reading Press Policy 118 
O.3. AHU #1 & #2 Replacement 
O.4. Gymnasium Ceiling Fans 
O.5. 13918 S. Green Bay property
O.6. Consent Agenda 
P. Adjournment (ACTION REQUESTED) 
Q. Next Board Meeting
July 17, 2025 - 6:30 pm 
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: June 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM - Burnham ESD 154.5 School Board Meeting
Subject:
A. Call to Order
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
President Uribe calls this meeting to order.
I would like to call the meeting to order at:

We have a quorum present with: 
Subject:
B.  Pledge of Allegiance
Speaker(s):
All
Description:
Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
Subject:
C. Questions/Comments from the Public
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:

We have come to the item on the agenda for Public Comment. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per person. At this time, the Board President will call on those who have requested to make Public Comments. Please understand that the Board will not respond to comments made during Public Comment but may direct the Superintendent to address the matter at a later time. 
Subject:
D. Presentation of Agenda Items
Speaker(s):
Superintendent
Description:
Mr. Geraci will present the Agenda items.
Subject:
E. Adoption of Agenda
Speaker(s):
Board President
Subject:
F. Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
Speaker(s):
Secretary
Description:
Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
Subject:
G. Introduction of candidates for School Board Member Appointment 
Description:

We are pleased to introduce Burnham residents who meet the established criteria for appointment to serve our community. These individuals have demonstrated a strong commitment to civic engagement, possess relevant experience or expertise, and reflect the values and diversity of our village.

Each candidate brings unique perspectives and strengths that will contribute to thoughtful decision-making and responsible leadership. Their qualifications align with the appointment's requirements, and they are eager to support initiatives that enhance the quality of life in Burnham.

We thank them for their willingness to serve and look forward to the positive impact they will make in their respective roles.
Subject:
H. Closed Session
Speaker(s):
Secretary
Description:
Motion to go into Closed Session at _____, pursuant to Section 2 (c) (1) (2) of the Open Meetings Act, for the purposes of consideration of the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees and matters related to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. (ACTION REQUESTED after the closed session) *Secretary - please ensure that the closed session is being recorded.
Subject:
I. Approval of School Board Member Appointment 
Description:
After discussion in closed session, the Board will vote to appoint a new School Board member to District 154.5
Subject:
J. Swearing in of the newly appointed Board member. 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The swearing-in ceremony of a newly appointed School Board Member is a formal and meaningful occasion, marking the beginning of their service to the school district and community. Administered by the Board President, the Oath of Office is a solemn promise to uphold the Constitution, the laws of the state, and the policies of the school district. 
Subject:
K.  Financial Report
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
The Secretary read the Treasurer's Report (Cash Balance for each fund) as of May 31, 2025: 
Subject:
L. Personnel
Speaker(s):
Board President
Subject:
M. Administrator Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Geraci
Subject:
M.1. Principal Report 
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Pozdzal
Subject:
M.2. Superintendent Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Geraci
Subject:
N. Old Business 
Subject:
N.1. FY 26 Calendar Approval 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Subject:
O. New Business
Subject:
O.1. FY2026 Maintenance of Effort - D154.5
Description:
The Maintenance of Effort (MOE) District Worksheet for Burnham 154.5  that we received from ISBE  did not meet MOE and must be resolved prior to your district’s FY2026 IDEA grants being approved. All MOE should be resolved prior to June 20, 2025.  
Subject:
O.2. First Reading Press Policy 118 
Description:
The deadline for communicating board action for each PRESS Plus Issue, as stated in your PRESS Plus contract, is 120 calendar days from the last day of the month in which the updates were provided. The deadline for submitting PRESS Plus Issue 118 is August 28, 2025. 
Subject:
O.3. AHU #1 & #2 Replacement 
Description:
AHU-1 & 2 pulley replacement 

JCI is pleased to present this quote to replace the worn pulleys on AHU-2. During a recent maintenance, we found both the motor and blower pulleys to be worn. We will supply the pulleys and labor to change them, and verify correct alignment and operation once installed. 
Subject:
O.4. Gymnasium Ceiling Fans 
Speaker(s):
Mr. Geraci
Description:
Ceiling fans are needed in the gymnasium to help push down and circulate warm air trapped near the ceiling during the winter and to provide cooling circulation in the warmer months. 
Subject:
O.5. 13918 S. Green Bay property
Description:
Resolution and gifting agreement for  the transfer of property of 13918 S. Green Bay. 
Subject:
O.6. Consent Agenda 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Description:
To approve the following companies to  provide services to Burnham 154.5 
Subject:
P. Adjournment (ACTION REQUESTED) 
Speaker(s):
Board President
Subject:
Q. Next Board Meeting
July 17, 2025 - 6:30 pm 

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