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The Board voted to pass Interim CEO Kenneth King’s $2025–26 budget, which the watchdog group described as “structurally imperfect” but prudent in avoiding classroom cuts, risky revenue assumptions, and short-term borrowing. #budget

The IGB approved the Organizational Gaming License for the racino, Fairmount Park, Inc.  d/b/a Fairmount Park Casino and Racing in Collinsville. #licenses

"This legislation is important for improving the efficiency and accountability of our local governments. #legislative

He is NOT going to finish among the top two in the Feb. 23 multi-candidate election and will therefore NOT make it to the April 6 runoff. #election