Monday, August 27, 2025 – 7 P.M


  1. Call to order

  2. Roll call

  3. Public comment from the floor

  4. President’s report

    1. Strategic Planning session

  5. Secretary’s report

    1. Motion to approve minutes from July 28, 2025 regular meetings

  6. Communication

  7. Treasurer Report

    1. Review of Financials

    2. Motion to approve the Aug 2025 Invoices

  8. Director’s report

    1. Public comment received via email and suggestion box

  9. Committee reports

    1. Finance Committee

    2. Policy

    3. Building & Grounds

  10. Old business

    1. Patron Survey update

  11. New business

    1. Review and motion to approve Northern Weathermakers HVAC maintenance proposal.


  12. Executive Session 5 ILCS 120/Sec 2(c) 1

    1. Motion to approve items of action taken in executive session.

  13. Adjournment


Next regular board meeting – please refer to the website for future meeting dates and location.

Monday, July 28, 2025 – 7 P.M


  1. Call to order

  2. Roll call: Present: Bertha Chavez, Lucy Hospodarsky, Paul Martinez, Jason Muelver, Nancy Pastroff. Absent: Catherine Regalado, Janell Cleland, Nora Loredo

  3. Public comment from the floor - None

  4. President’s report

    1. Director and President attended the July 1 City Committee of the Whole meeting to present the annual report and meet the three new aldermen/women. Compliments received from Alderman Markoutsas.

    2. New City Liaison is Krista Hansen

    3. The Friends will host a table at the Wednesday Gourmet Market.

    4. Board member Janell will attend the United for Libraries Trustee training.

  5. Secretary’s report

    1. Motion to approve minutes from June 23, 2025 regular meetings

      1. Jasons seconds. Motion carries unanimously

  6. Communication –

    1. Several requests to utilize our meeting rooms, some leading to new partnerships. The Illinois Bar Association will be using a room and has offered to do a legal presentation.

    2. Jennifur Condon, Highwood Chamber Director, invited the library to participate in Design Week (September 16 to 19) – Director exploring using Maker Space.

  7. Treasurer Report

    1. Review of Financials

    2. Motion to approve the July 2025 Invoices

      1. Google workspace license increased a lot over budgeted amount. Finance Committee to make sure the FY27 budget reflects the increase.

      2. Motion by Lucy to approve the invoices as presented on the detailed report. Jason seconds. Motion carries unanimously.

  8. Director’s report – highlights – more details in the report

    1. Public comment received via email and suggestion box – None.

      • Director reported some issues with bad behavior in the bathrooms. Since we have seen this happening now over a period of a few months, and impossible for staff to monitor, Director recommends placing locks on doors, requiring patrons requesting a key.

      • Experiencing issues with the delivery of the Tribune and Suntimes. Credits have been issued. However, missed delivery is persistent and unresolved. Subscription is being temporarily cancelled until delivery issue can be satisfactorily resolved.

      • Two students became US citizens.

      • New grants coming in, resulting in a decrease in the Grants budget deficit.

      • Moraine Township partnership getting stronger. Seeking volunteers to bring patrons to the food pantry.

      • Inventory assessment to begin in October.

      • Increase in stats is great, for example, increases of 200 to 300% (door count, etc). Includes the early voting activity

      • Summer reading wrap up is Saturday August 16 in Everts Park.

  9. Committee reports

    1. Finance Committee –

      1. FY24 audit response on track.

      2. Lucy to ask Scott the timing of FY27 tax levy request

      3. FY23 City audit report - President discussed the schedule of the library’s portion of IMRF fund with Rebecca, who received feedback from Plante Moran that there are no actions needed. The schedule will be reviewed again when the FY24 audit report is received.

    2. Policy

    3. Building & Grounds

  10. Old business

    1. New strategic planning dates – August 24 and September 21

    2. Patron survey has been updated to consolidate some of the questions in favor of saving space.

  11. New business

    1. Reviewed quarterly outcomes – Very positive. In the past year alone, HLCC has seen a 270% increase in total library attendance, a 692% increase in teen program participation, a 164% increase in children’s program attendance, a 245% increase in computer usage, and a 295% increase in total minutes logged on computers. The Learning partners program has an increase in participation, up to 56 children, with 98% increasing their confidence in learning. The only metric that is not meeting goal is the citizenship tutoring, so we are re-framing metric to capture success.

    2. Carpet cleaning will be scheduled.

    3. Disposal of assets.

      1. Lucy moved to dispose of the assets as presented in the Director’s report. Nancy seconded. Motion carries unanimously.


  12. Adjournment – Lucy moves to adjourn. Nancy seconds. Meeting adjourned at 8:02 pm.

Director’s Report - Library Updates August 25, 2025


Admin/Accounting Current Month

  • Accounting Procedures Manual Creation – Rebecca

  • Continued Implementation of FY26 Grants Budget – Rebecca

  • FY24 Audit Requests Deliveries – Rebecca

  • FY25 Close Preparation – Rebecca

Records Retention

  • Nothing to report

Building & Grounds

  • Northern Weathermakers has been working on the HVAC system. Compiling quotes

for DCEO Capital Improvements grant.

Website & Technology

  • IT Contractor applied for an e-rate discount of the library’s internet bill. A 50% discount was approved, reducing the libraries Internet charges (between July 2025 to Jun 2026) from $1,619.40 to $809.70. The application process has been streamlined, allowing the library to apply this year without investing a significant number of hours to do so. In the future, the library will apply for a reduction of Internet connection and hardware, providing a reduction of approximately $2000 in savings per year.

  • The number of wireless clients connecting to the library's wireless is 50% higher than this time last year. From May to July 2024, the wireless clients were 9510. During the same time period in 2025, the wireless clients are 14,220.

  • In July, IT Contractor, Yuliya and Aurora initialized 25 laptops. Since September of 2024, the library has offered 7 digital literacy classes, providing training and distributing laptops to 96 individuals! The library's 8th digital literacy class will begin

on August 23rd with 14 participants.

Accessibility

  • Nothing to report

Communications

  • Correspondence from vendors, individual seeking yoga, a mental health presenter,

and a potential adult literacy volunteer. Met with Sister Cities to plan a joint robotics series. Met with new partner Daniel Murphy Scholarships, and have a joint event planned in August. Met with Lori Fink and Ben Finfer from District 112 to

improve communication.

HR

  • This summer, the Library partnered with the Lake County Workforce Development Program to provide two local teenagers with meaningful job opportunities. Two outstanding teen interns, Alexa and Vinnie, worked at the library, assisting with shelving, disinfecting and organizing toys, completed program examples, prepared materials, organized an inventory project in the YA Makerspace, and uplifted their peers in the teen space. Both interns received one-on-one mentorship and guidance from the Children’s and Teen Services managers, who supported their growth as they took on a variety of projects. Their contributions kept the Children’s and Teen departments running smoothly and created a welcoming environment for families.

  • The teens gained valuable workplace skills including time management, organization, punctuality, communication, and leadership. The experience proved transformative. As one teen shared: “If I’m being honest, I kind of forgot what exactly a library is and that’s why I hadn’t been back in a hot minute. Since working here, I’ve been reminded that it’s much more than books, it’s a community, and I will definitely be coming to visit during the school year after this internship is over.” For Alexa and Vinnie, the program provided valuable first-hand job experience and the chance to learn workplace skills in a supportive setting. For the Library, their presence offered much- needed capacity and highlighted the power of investing in youth employment. As one staff member shared, “Their help has been invaluable this summer. Not only have they supported our daily operations, but they’ve also brought great energy to the department.” This collaboration advanced the library’s mission to foster opportunity for young people while strengthening the services offered to children and families.

  • The position for Case Manager Contractor is currently open.

Grant Update (updates from Diana G.)

  • Grant applications were submitted to the Highland Park Community Foundation and Hunter Family Foundation. Reports to DCEO, Project Next Generation, the Fisher Family, and Endeavor Health were submitted.

  • The Friends of the Library received a $45,000 renewal grant from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) in support of FY26 Health Equity initiatives (7/15/2025).

Patron Services – Children’s Department (Program updates from Diana W.)

Lego Party Builds Creativity and Community As part of the Summer Reading Level Up celebration, the Children’s Department hosted a Lego Party on July 19. Fifteen children participated, using creativity,

imagination, and problem- solving skills during open play with

Legos of all shapes and sizes. Children proudly shared their designs with peers, and both parents and children expressed interest in repeating the event. We look forward to offering this program again in the future.

Patron Services—Teen Department (Program Updates Lauren)

Teen Cooking Club: Healthy No-Bake Snacks

Nine teens participated in the Library’s Teen Cooking Club, where they learned how to make healthy, protein-packed “no- bake” snacks. Participants measured ingredients, practiced

making even portions, and explored creative snack options. Teens had the choice of preparing Peanut Butter Oat

Balls or frozen yogurt-covered blueberries. The session was filled with laughter, collaboration, and excitement as teens built confidence in the kitchen and enjoyed the results of their work together.

Patron Services— Adults Program (Updates from Aurora)

High School Diploma Student Achievements

This month, four of our adult learners successfully passed a portion of the High School Diploma exam. Their accomplishment reflects their dedication and the strong support provided through this initiative. Ten students are

consistently attending class, demonstrating both commitment and steady progress toward their educational goals. These milestones show how the Library’s adult literacy programs continue to open doors and empower adults to pursue brighter futures.

Bridging the Digital Divide Through Laptop Distribution

The Digital Navigation initiative is opening doors to opportunity and lifelong learning. Using Lake County grant funding, the Library distributed 23 laptops this month to community members who are working on their English Language and High School Diploma goals. Now equipped with laptops, community members can practice at home and reinforce what they have learned in class. They are not only strengthening their English and academic skills, but also gaining essential digital literacy,

which is key to success in today’s world. One ESL student shared that the main reason she

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came to the Library was to learn computer skills. What she discovered, she said, was a

“treasure box” filled with everything she needed to grow: language support, technology access, and a welcoming learning community. Students expressed excitement and gratitude for being able to be a part of this program. Their determination and eagerness to learn are truly inspiring. By bridging the digital divide, the Library is helping individuals to unlock their potential and empowering them for the future.

English Language Skill-building Brings Confidence

In our ESL class, we welcomed a new student who is also the mother of a teenage son. This is her first time enrolling in an English class, and on her very first day she openly shared her struggle with low self-confidence when speaking English. At home, she practices with her son, but he often tells her that her pronunciation is not

quite right. While such comments could be discouraging, she chooses to persevere. Instead of giving up, she comes to class with determination and eagerness to improve.

What motivates her is the sense of community she has found in class. Seeing others who, like her, are learning English reminds her that she is not alone. Being part of this group gives her strength and encouragement. During class she participates actively, asks thoughtful questions,

and engages fully with each lesson. Already, her confidence and critical thinking skills are growing, an inspiring reflection of her courage and commitment to learning.

Health Equity

Patient Portal Presentations Strengthen Digital and Health Literacy

This month, our Case Manager and Digital Navigator coordinated a series of presentations to help community members learn how to navigate patient portals. These sessions were developed in direct response to community feedback, which identified a need for greater understanding of how to access personal health information. The program supported multiple goals: increasing digital literacy, empowering individuals to manage their health records, and helping participants understand how to access care when transitioning to new providers. The timing was especially important, as recent changes to Medicaid access for immigrants, including the end of the Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults (HBIA) program in June 2025, have created uncertainty for many in the community, particularly those ages 42 to 64. By equipping participants with the skills to access and manage their health information, the Library is reducing barriers, promoting equity, and ensuring that residents feel more confident navigating the healthcare system during this time of change.

Case Management Support Provides Safety and Stability

During a case management session, a community shared concerns about her safety at home. Our team helped her connect with a trusted partner organization that could provide legal assistance and rent assistance. She will be receiving food assistance and therapeutic support as well. As a result of the library’s case management support, the community member reported that she is feeling safer and more at ease about her future.

Board Meeting Open Items

  • None

The Friends of the

Highwood Public

Library

The Friends of the Highwood Public Library continued pickup and delivery of the summer

lunches for children program, providing 30 lunches each weekday. The Friends also hosted

a table at Highwood’s Wednesday Market. We are grateful for their advocacy and support!

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08/19/25 Balance Sheet w/Prior Month Comparison

Accrual Basis As of July 31, 2025

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Jul 31, 25 Jun 30, 25 $ Change % Change

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ASSETS

Current Assets Checking/Savings

10000 ꞏ CASH & INVESTMENT ACCOUNTS

10100 ꞏ Petty Cash/Cash On Hand

72.00


72.00


0.00


0.0%

10110 ꞏ Gift Cards on Hand








10110.1 ꞏ Gift Cards-General

59.44


59.44


0.00


0.0%

10110.2 ꞏ Gift Cards-GEN Meal Assistance

1,000.00


1,000.00


0.00


0.0%

Total 10110 ꞏ Gift Cards on Hand

1,059.44


1,059.44


0.00


0.0%

10130 ꞏ Nayax (9978)

44.77


0.00


44.77


100.0%

10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)

285,598.01


276,372.36


9,225.65


3.3%

10203 ꞏ BOH General Money Market (2030)

39,053.61


39,050.95


2.66


0.0%

10206 ꞏ BOH Payroll Acct. Chk. (0133)

3,340.59


524.46


2,816.13


537.0%

10207 ꞏ BOH Convenience Fund Chk (2208)

439.59


1,428.73


-989.14


-69.2%

10216 ꞏ IMET Capital Impr. Fund (8102)

4,199.33


4,184.08


15.25


0.4%

10221 ꞏ IMET Reserve Fund (8101)

411,965.83


410,470.21


1,495.62


0.4%

Total 10000 ꞏ CASH & INVESTMENT ACCOUNTS

745,773.17


733,162.23


12,610.94


1.7%

Total Checking/Savings

745,773.17


733,162.23


12,610.94


1.7%

Other Current Assets








14500 ꞏ Property Tax Receivable

337,838.00


337,838.00


0.00


0.0%

14600 ꞏ Due from Primary Government

704.31


704.31


0.00


0.0%

Total Other Current Assets

338,542.31


338,542.31


0.00


0.0%

Total Current Assets

1,084,315.48


1,071,704.54


12,610.94


1.2%

TOTAL ASSETS

1,084,315.48


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1,071,704.54


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12,610.94


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1.2%


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LIABILITIES & EQUITY








Liabilities

Current Liabilities Accounts Payable

20000 ꞏ Accounts Payable


4,856.69



9,735.91



-4,879.22



-50.1%

Total Accounts Payable

4,856.69


9,735.91


-4,879.22


-50.1%

Other Current Liabilities








22000 ꞏ Payroll Liabilities 22100 ꞏ IMRF W/H Payable


4,122.13



146.25



3,975.88



2,718.6%

22101 ꞏ Insurance Payable

3,766.36


985.64


2,780.72


282.1%

Total 22000 ꞏ Payroll Liabilities

7,888.49


1,131.89


6,756.60


596.9%

24000 ꞏ Deferred Property Taxes

337,838.00


337,838.00


0.00


0.0%

24300 ꞏ Unearned Revenue

-3,793.60


-3,793.60


0.00


0.0%

Total Other Current Liabilities

341,932.89


335,176.29


6,756.60


2.0%

Total Current Liabilities

346,789.58


344,912.20


1,877.38


0.5%

Total Liabilities

346,789.58


344,912.20


1,877.38


0.5%

Equity








32000 ꞏ Unrestricted Net Assets

-699,020.40


-699,020.40


0.00


0.0%

Net Income

1,436,546.30


1,425,812.74


10,733.56


0.8%

Total Equity

737,525.90


726,792.34


10,733.56


1.5%

TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY

1,084,315.48


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1,071,704.54


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12,610.94


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1.2%


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May - Jul 25 Budget $ Over Budget % of Budget

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Ordinary Income/Expense Income

41000 ꞏ GENERAL REVENUES

41100 ꞏ Tax Revenue - Lake County

168,492.54


337,838.00


-169,345.46


49.9%

41200 ꞏ Tax Revenue - PPRT

0.00


5,000.00


-5,000.00


0.0%

41300 ꞏ Grants








41305 ꞏ Per Capita Grant

0.00


7,400.00


-7,400.00


0.0%

41320 ꞏ Temp. Restricted Grant Programs

464,368.83


1,201,647.04


-737,278.21


38.6%

41330 ꞏ Temp. Restricted Grant- Bldg

1,000,000.00


0.00


1,000,000.00


100.0%

Total 41300 ꞏ Grants

1,464,368.83


1,209,047.04


255,321.79


121.1%

41400 ꞏ Interest & Dividends

4,473.58


5,000.00


-526.42


89.5%

Total 41000 ꞏ GENERAL REVENUES

1,637,334.95


1,556,885.04


80,449.91


105.2%

42000 ꞏ OPERATING REVENUES








42100 ꞏ Fines, Fees & Damaged Materials

48.50


0.00


48.50


100.0%

42300 ꞏ Book Sales

90.71


800.00


-709.29


11.3%

42600 ꞏ Photocopier

287.50


2,200.00


-1,912.50


13.1%

42900 ꞏ Gifts & Donations








42900.1 ꞏ General Gifts & Donations

556.79


800.00


-243.21


69.6%

42900.2 ꞏ Friends of the Library

120,500.00


5,937.00


114,563.00


2,029.6%

Total 42900 ꞏ Gifts & Donations

121,056.79


6,737.00


114,319.79


1,796.9%

Total 42000 ꞏ OPERATING REVENUES

121,483.50


9,737.00


111,746.50


1,247.6%

Total Income

1,758,818.45


1,566,622.04


192,196.41


112.3%

Expense








51000 ꞏ PERSONNEL & BENEFITS








51100 ꞏ Wages & Salaries

45,637.72

197,762.18

-152,124.46

23.1%

51115 ꞏ IMRF Expense

1,622.70

7,031.74

-5,409.04

23.1%

51120 ꞏ Medical/Health Insurance

5,281.41

21,125.66

-15,844.25

25.0%

51130 ꞏ Life Insurance

42.19

304.56

-262.37

13.9%

51140 ꞏ Employer FICA

3,491.22

15,128.81

-11,637.59

23.1%

51999 ꞏ Payroll Processing Fees

734.80

3,242.40

-2,507.60

22.7%

Total 51000 ꞏ PERSONNEL & BENEFITS

56,810.04

244,595.35

-187,785.31

23.2%

52000 ꞏ LIBRARY MATERIALS & SUPPLIES





52100 ꞏ Books, Fiction








52100.1 ꞏ Books F - Adult

767.16

4,000.00

-3,232.84

19.2%

52100.2 ꞏ Books F - Children/Juvenile

957.70

2,500.00

-1,542.30

38.3%

52100.3 ꞏ Books F - Young Adult

1,448.47

3,000.00

-1,551.53

48.3%

52100.4 ꞏ Books F - Spanish Adult

107.61

1,000.00

-892.39

10.8%

52100.5 ꞏ Books F - Spanish Chld./Juv.

909.20

2,400.00

-1,490.80

37.9%

52100.6 ꞏ Books F - YA Spanish Fiction

638.96

2,000.00

-1,361.04

31.9%

Total 52100 ꞏ Books, Fiction

4,829.10

14,900.00

-10,070.90

32.4%

52150 ꞏ Books, Non-Fiction





52150.1 ꞏ Books NF - Adult

711.21

3,100.00

-2,388.79

22.9%

52150.2 ꞏ Books NF - Children/Juvenile

897.35

2,700.00

-1,802.65

33.2%

52150.3 ꞏ Books NF - Young Adult

486.89

1,000.00

-513.11

48.7%

52150.4 ꞏ Books NF - Spanish

177.46

2,000.00

-1,822.54

8.9%

Total 52150 ꞏ Books, Non-Fiction

2,272.91

8,800.00

-6,527.09

25.8%

52200 ꞏ A/V Materials





52200.1 ꞏ A/V - Adult

152.56

2,000.00

-1,847.44

7.6%

52200.2 ꞏ A/V - Children/Juvenile

0.00

1,100.00

-1,100.00

0.0%

52200.6 ꞏ A/V Games

503.70

1,000.00

-496.30

50.4%

Total 52200 ꞏ A/V Materials

656.26

4,100.00

-3,443.74

16.0%

52350 ꞏ On-Line Resources





52350.3 ꞏ On-Line - Hoopla

1,461.09

3,900.00

-2,438.91

37.5%

52350.4 ꞏ On-Line - eRead

1,350.00

850.00

500.00

158.8%

52650.6 ꞏ On-Line - Kanopy

0.00

1,250.00

-1,250.00

0.0%

Total 52350 ꞏ On-Line Resources

2,811.09

6,000.00

-3,188.91

46.9%

52400 ꞏ Periodicals





52400.1 ꞏ Periodicals - Adult

1,201.23

5,500.00

-4,298.77

21.8%

52400.3 ꞏ Periodicals - Subscription Svc

487.51

1,200.00

-712.49

40.6%

Total 52400 ꞏ Periodicals

1,688.74

6,700.00

-5,011.26

25.2%

52650 ꞏ Processing Supplies

594.52


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876.00


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-281.48


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67.9%


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May - Jul 25


Budget


$ Over Budget


% of Budget

Total 52000 ꞏ LIBRARY MATERIALS & SUPPLIES

12,852.62


41,376.00


-28,523.38


31.1%

53000 ꞏ PROGRAMMING








53100 ꞏ Library Program Facilitators








53100.1 ꞏ Program Fac.-Adult

450.00


500.00


-50.00


90.0%

53100.2 ꞏ Program Fac- Young Adult

0.00


600.00


-600.00


0.0%

53100.3 ꞏ Program Fac- Child

1,430.00


2,000.00


-570.00


71.5%

Total 53100 ꞏ Library Program Facilitators

1,880.00


3,100.00


-1,220.00


60.6%

53200 ꞏ Program Supplies








53200.1 ꞏ Prog. Suppl. - Adult

27.25


1,000.00


-972.75


2.7%

53200.2 ꞏ Prog. Suppl. - Children

1,227.60


3,000.00


-1,772.40


40.9%

53200.3 ꞏ Prog. Suppl. - Young Adult

419.63


1,000.00


-580.37


42.0%

Total 53200 ꞏ Program Supplies

1,674.48


5,000.00


-3,325.52


33.5%

Total 53000 ꞏ PROGRAMMING

3,554.48


8,100.00


-4,545.52


43.9%

54000 ꞏ GRANT EXPENSES








54110 ꞏ Contracted Services

47,162.50


392,258.00


-345,095.50


12.0%

54115 ꞏ Staff Development

1,125.21


6,300.00


-5,174.79


17.9%

54120 ꞏ Wages & Salaries

126,578.92


570,991.45


-444,412.53


22.2%

54125 ꞏ Bonuses/Overtime

0.00


29,200.00


-29,200.00


0.0%

54130 ꞏ Employer FICA

9,099.97


43,680.84


-34,580.87


20.8%

54131 ꞏ IMRF Expense

3,897.99


20,912.61


-17,014.62


18.6%

54132 ꞏ Medical/Dental Benefits

18,974.61


63,690.75


-44,716.14


29.8%

54135 ꞏ Grant Program Supplies

14,501.30


55,741.81


-41,240.51


26.0%

54185 ꞏ Grant Telecommunications

86.66


676.00


-589.34


12.8%

54196 ꞏ Liability/Property Insurance

2,843.00


2,839.00


4.00


100.1%

54199 ꞏ Indirect Costs to Operations

0.00


15,360.00


-15,360.00


0.0%

Total 54000 ꞏ GRANT EXPENSES

224,270.16


1,201,650.46


-977,380.30


18.7%

55000 ꞏ GENERAL ADMINISTRATION








55100 ꞏ Library Board & Staff Expenses








55100.1 ꞏ Staff Development

1,891.22

3,800.00

-1,908.78

49.8%

55100.2 ꞏ Library Board Expense

0.00

600.00

-600.00

0.0%

55100.3 ꞏ Travel Reimbursement

0.00

200.00

-200.00

0.0%

Total 55100 ꞏ Library Board & Staff Expenses

1,891.22

4,600.00

-2,708.78

41.1%

55200 ꞏ Technology





55200.1 ꞏ Circulation System (ILS)

0.00

1,200.00

-1,200.00

0.0%

55200.2 ꞏ Baker/Taylor TS3 Search System

0.00

1,800.00

-1,800.00

0.0%

55200.5 ꞏ Hardware Purchases

276.79

1,000.00

-723.21

27.7%

55200.6 ꞏ Software

239.88

500.00

-260.12

48.0%

Total 55200 ꞏ Technology

516.67

4,500.00

-3,983.33

11.5%

55300 ꞏ Furniture & Equipment





55300.1 ꞏ Furniture Purchases

0.00

300.00

-300.00

0.0%

55300.3 ꞏ Equipment Purchases

0.00

250.00

-250.00

0.0%

Total 55300 ꞏ Furniture & Equipment

0.00

550.00

-550.00

0.0%

55400 ꞏ General Office/Administration





55400.2 ꞏ Office/Library Supplies

1,946.80

6,263.15

-4,316.35

31.1%

55400.3 ꞏ Membership Dues/Fees

917.60

1,785.00

-867.40

51.4%

55400.4 ꞏ Licensing Fees

4,382.38

3,560.00

822.38

123.1%

55400.5 ꞏ Postage & Shipping Fees

17.15

300.00

-282.85

5.7%

55400.6 ꞏ Telecommunications/Internet

449.83

3,696.00

-3,246.17

12.2%

55400.8 ꞏ Liability/Property Insurance

6,926.00

11,646.00

-4,720.00

59.5%

55400.9 ꞏ Workers Compensation Insurance

0.00

2,800.00

-2,800.00

0.0%

Total 55400 ꞏ General Office/Administration

14,639.76

30,050.15

-15,410.39

48.7%

55500 ꞏ Outreach & Public Relations





55500.3 ꞏ Community Outreach/Relations

0.00

500.00

-500.00

0.0%

55500.7 ꞏ Newsletter

114.75

459.00

-344.25

25.0%

Total 55500 ꞏ Outreach & Public Relations

114.75

959.00

-844.25

12.0%

55600 ꞏ Bank/Svc. Fees & Fin. Charges





55600.2 ꞏ Payment Processing Fees

34.99

0.00

34.99

100.0%

55600.3 ꞏ Other Bank Fees

0.00

20.00

-20.00

0.0%

Total 55600 ꞏ Bank/Svc. Fees & Fin. Charges

34.99

20.00

14.99

175.0%

Total 55000 ꞏ GENERAL ADMINISTRATION

17,197.39

40,679.15

-23,481.76

42.3%

56000 ꞏ PROFESSIONAL/CONTRACT SERVICES







May - Jul 25


Budget


$ Over Budget


% of Budget

56100 ꞏ Accounting Services

966.25


2,650.00


-1,683.75


36.5%

56150 ꞏ Audit Services

750.00


4,000.00


-3,250.00


18.8%

56200 ꞏ Cleaning Services

4,680.00


15,000.00


-10,320.00


31.2%

56300 ꞏ IT/Computer Services

0.00


6,000.00


-6,000.00


0.0%

56400 ꞏ Legal Services

56500 ꞏ Maintenance Services

56500.1 ꞏ Maintenance Svcs. - Interior

0.00


256.21


500.00


4,732.00


-500.00


-4,475.79


0.0%


5.4%

56500.2 ꞏ Maintenance Svcs. - Exterior

935.00


1,880.00


-945.00


49.7%

56500.3 ꞏ Preventative Mainenance

0.00


4,500.00


-4,500.00


0.0%

Total 56500 ꞏ Maintenance Services

1,191.21


11,112.00


-9,920.79


10.7%

56600 ꞏ Hiring Services

0.00


815.00


-815.00


0.0%

Total 56000 ꞏ PROFESSIONAL/CONTRACT SERVICES

7,587.46


40,077.00


-32,489.54


18.9%

Total Expense

322,272.15


1,576,477.96


-1,254,205.81


20.4%

Net Ordinary Income

1,436,546.30


-9,855.92


1,446,402.22


-14,575.5%

Net Income

1,436,546.30


image


-9,855.92


image


1,446,402.22


image


-14,575.5%


image


Jul 25 Jun 25 $ Change % Change

image image image image

Ordinary Income/Expense Income

41000 ꞏ GENERAL REVENUES

41100 ꞏ Tax Revenue - Lake County

0.00


168,492.54


-168,492.54


-100.0%

41300 ꞏ Grants








41320 ꞏ Temp. Restricted Grant Programs

0.00


23,601.88


-23,601.88


-100.0%

Total 41300 ꞏ Grants

0.00


23,601.88


-23,601.88


-100.0%

41400 ꞏ Interest & Dividends

1,513.53


1,413.59


99.94


7.1%

Total 41000 ꞏ GENERAL REVENUES

1,513.53


193,508.01


-191,994.48

-99.2%

42000 ꞏ OPERATING REVENUES








42600 ꞏ Photocopier

103.40


84.20


19.20


22.8%

42900 ꞏ Gifts & Donations








42900.1 ꞏ General Gifts & Donations

18.93


518.93


-500.00


-96.4%

42900.2 ꞏ Friends of the Library

120,500.00


0.00


120,500.00


100.0%

Total 42900 ꞏ Gifts & Donations

120,518.93


518.93


120,000.00


23,124.5%

Total 42000 ꞏ OPERATING REVENUES

120,622.33


603.13


120,019.20

19,899.4%

Total Income

122,135.86


194,111.14


-71,975.28

-37.1%

Expense








51000 ꞏ PERSONNEL & BENEFITS








51100 ꞏ Wages & Salaries

15,212.50

15,212.50

0.00


0.0%

51115 ꞏ IMRF Expense

540.90

540.90

0.00


0.0%

51120 ꞏ Medical/Health Insurance

1,760.47

1,760.47

0.00


0.0%

51130 ꞏ Life Insurance

21.20

12.11

9.09


75.1%

51140 ꞏ Employer FICA

1,163.74

1,163.74

0.00


0.0%

51999 ꞏ Payroll Processing Fees

134.00

246.10

-112.10


-45.6%

Total 51000 ꞏ PERSONNEL & BENEFITS

18,832.81

18,935.82

-103.01

-0.5%

52000 ꞏ LIBRARY MATERIALS & SUPPLIES






52100 ꞏ Books, Fiction








52100.1 ꞏ Books F - Adult

300.61

372.01

-71.40


-19.2%

52100.2 ꞏ Books F - Children/Juvenile

924.72

0.00

924.72


100.0%

52100.3 ꞏ Books F - Young Adult

695.72

501.15

194.57


38.8%

52100.4 ꞏ Books F - Spanish Adult

107.61

0.00

107.61


100.0%

52100.5 ꞏ Books F - Spanish Chld./Juv.

420.40

462.86

-42.46


-9.2%

52100.6 ꞏ Books F - YA Spanish Fiction

294.31

186.74

107.57


57.6%

Total 52100 ꞏ Books, Fiction

2,743.37

1,522.76

1,220.61


80.2%

52150 ꞏ Books, Non-Fiction






52150.1 ꞏ Books NF - Adult

189.45

225.43

-35.98


-16.0%

52150.2 ꞏ Books NF - Children/Juvenile

0.00

897.35

-897.35


-100.0%

52150.3 ꞏ Books NF - Young Adult

257.90

144.12

113.78


79.0%

52150.4 ꞏ Books NF - Spanish

153.97

14.99

138.98


927.2%

Total 52150 ꞏ Books, Non-Fiction

601.32

1,281.89

-680.57


-53.1%

52200 ꞏ A/V Materials






52200.1 ꞏ A/V - Adult

131.57

0.00

131.57


100.0%

52200.6 ꞏ A/V Games

258.27

0.00

258.27


100.0%

Total 52200 ꞏ A/V Materials

389.84

0.00

389.84


100.0%

52350 ꞏ On-Line Resources






52350.3 ꞏ On-Line - Hoopla

506.30

475.17

31.13


6.6%

52350.4 ꞏ On-Line - eRead

1,350.00

0.00

1,350.00


100.0%

Total 52350 ꞏ On-Line Resources

1,856.30

475.17

1,381.13


290.7%

52400 ꞏ Periodicals






52400.1 ꞏ Periodicals - Adult

673.49

29.97

643.52


2,147.2%

52400.3 ꞏ Periodicals - Subscription Svc

0.00

487.51

-487.51


-100.0%



Jul 25


Jun 25


$ Change


% Change

Total 52400 ꞏ Periodicals

673.49


517.48


156.01


30.2%

52650 ꞏ Processing Supplies

158.91


133.89


25.02


18.7%

Total 52000 ꞏ LIBRARY MATERIALS & SUPPLIES

6,423.23


3,931.19


2,492.04


63.4%

53000 ꞏ PROGRAMMING








53100 ꞏ Library Program Facilitators








53100.1 ꞏ Program Fac.-Adult

0.00


450.00


-450.00


-100.0%

53100.3 ꞏ Program Fac- Child

1,080.00


0.00


1,080.00


100.0%

Total 53100 ꞏ Library Program Facilitators

1,080.00


450.00


630.00


140.0%

53200 ꞏ Program Supplies








53200.1 ꞏ Prog. Suppl. - Adult

0.00


27.25


-27.25


-100.0%

53200.2 ꞏ Prog. Suppl. - Children

-215.56


333.03


-548.59


-164.7%

53200.3 ꞏ Prog. Suppl. - Young Adult

126.28


96.17


30.11


31.3%

Total 53200 ꞏ Program Supplies

-89.28


456.45


-545.73


-119.6%

Total 53000 ꞏ PROGRAMMING

990.72


906.45


84.27


9.3%

54000 ꞏ GRANT EXPENSES








54110 ꞏ Contracted Services

14,860.00


14,875.50


-15.50


-0.1%

54115 ꞏ Staff Development

54.61


1,028.83


-974.22


-94.7%

54120 ꞏ Wages & Salaries

44,272.93


44,374.05


-101.12


-0.2%

54130 ꞏ Employer FICA

3,174.20


3,209.25


-35.05


-1.1%

54131 ꞏ IMRF Expense

1,330.10


1,330.10


0.00


0.0%

54132 ꞏ Medical/Dental Benefits

8,198.72


5,386.33


2,812.39


52.2%

54135 ꞏ Grant Program Supplies

6,565.30


4,366.34


2,198.96


50.4%

54185 ꞏ Grant Telecommunications

43.30


0.00


43.30


100.0%

54196 ꞏ Liability/Property Insurance

0.00


2,843.00


-2,843.00


-100.0%

Total 54000 ꞏ GRANT EXPENSES

78,499.16


77,413.40


1,085.76


1.4%

55000 ꞏ GENERAL ADMINISTRATION








55100 ꞏ Library Board & Staff Expenses








55100.1 ꞏ Staff Development

1,065.34

365.88

699.46


191.2%

Total 55100 ꞏ Library Board & Staff Expenses

1,065.34

365.88

699.46


191.2%

55200 ꞏ Technology






55200.5 ꞏ Hardware Purchases

0.00

276.79

-276.79


-100.0%

55200.6 ꞏ Software

239.88

0.00

239.88


100.0%

Total 55200 ꞏ Technology

239.88

276.79

-36.91


-13.3%

55400 ꞏ General Office/Administration






55400.2 ꞏ Office/Library Supplies

525.08

926.30

-401.22


-43.3%

55400.3 ꞏ Membership Dues/Fees

642.60

0.00

642.60


100.0%

55400.4 ꞏ Licensing Fees

2.40

3,524.98

-3,522.58


-99.9%

55400.5 ꞏ Postage & Shipping Fees

0.00

17.15

-17.15


-100.0%

55400.6 ꞏ Telecommunications/Internet

80.48

188.54

-108.06


-57.3%

55400.8 ꞏ Liability/Property Insurance

0.00

6,926.00

-6,926.00


-100.0%

Total 55400 ꞏ General Office/Administration

1,250.56

11,582.97

-10,332.41


-89.2%

55500 ꞏ Outreach & Public Relations






55500.7 ꞏ Newsletter

38.25

38.25

0.00


0.0%

Total 55500 ꞏ Outreach & Public Relations

38.25

38.25

0.00


0.0%

55600 ꞏ Bank/Svc. Fees & Fin. Charges






55600.2 ꞏ Payment Processing Fees

6.15

13.96

-7.81


-56.0%

Total 55600 ꞏ Bank/Svc. Fees & Fin. Charges

6.15

13.96

-7.81


-56.0%

Total 55000 ꞏ GENERAL ADMINISTRATION

2,600.18

12,277.85

-9,677.67


-78.8%

56000 ꞏ PROFESSIONAL/CONTRACT SERVICES






56100 ꞏ Accounting Services

966.25

0.00

966.25


100.0%

56150 ꞏ Audit Services

750.00

0.00

750.00


100.0%



Jul 25


Jun 25


$ Change


% Change

56200 ꞏ Cleaning Services 56500 ꞏ Maintenance Services

56500.1 ꞏ Maintenance Svcs. - Interior

1,560.00


39.95


1,500.00


75.13


60.00


-35.18


4.0%


-46.8%

56500.2 ꞏ Maintenance Svcs. - Exterior

740.00


195.00


545.00


279.5%

Total 56500 ꞏ Maintenance Services

779.95


270.13


509.82


188.7%

Total 56000 ꞏ PROFESSIONAL/CONTRACT SERVICES

4,056.20


1,770.13


2,286.07


129.2%

Total Expense

111,402.30


115,234.84


-3,832.54


-3.3%

Net Ordinary Income

10,733.56


78,876.30


-68,142.74


-86.4%

Net Income

10,733.56


image


78,876.30


image


-68,142.74


image


-86.4%


image


Type


Num


Date


Name


Memo

Account


Original Amount


Bill Pmt -Check



3362



08/19/2025



Aerex Pest Control Service, Inc.




10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-156.00


Bill



2625611



06/06/2025





Additional Pest Control Service


56500.1 ꞏ Maintenance Svcs. - Interior



45.00

Bill


2637274


08/04/2025




Quarterly Pest Control Service

56500.1 ꞏ Maintenance Svcs. - Interior


111.00

TOTAL












156.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3363



08/19/2025



Baker & Taylor



Acct. #L425431 - Library Materials


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-335.01



Bill



2039162112



07/01/2025





Books F - Adult


52100.1 ꞏ Books F - Adult



264.61










Processing Supplies

52650 ꞏ Processing Supplies


30.20


Bill


2039179463


07/15/2025




Books F - Adult

52100.1 ꞏ Books F - Adult


36.00










Processing Supplies

52650 ꞏ Processing Supplies


4.20

TOTAL












335.01



Bill Pmt -Check



3364



08/19/2025



Beteta Hernandez, Ximena



Contracted Marketing Support for August 2025


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-880.00



Bill



08092025



08/09/2025





Contracted Marketing Support for August 2025


54110 ꞏ Contracted Services



880.00

TOTAL












880.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3365



08/19/2025



Brito, Carolina



August 2025 Counseling Services


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-1,660.00



Bill



08012025



08/01/2025





August 2025 Counseling Services


54110 ꞏ Contracted Services



1,660.00

TOTAL












1,660.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3366



08/19/2025



Brotsos, Alex



ALA Conference Travel Reimbursement


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-47.00



Bill



07012025



07/01/2025





ALA Conference Travel Reimbursement


55100.1 ꞏ Staff Development



47.00

TOTAL












47.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3367



08/19/2025



Carlson, Nova



YA Facilitator Contracted Services for August 2


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-160.00



Bill



08012025



08/01/2025





YA Facilitator Contracted Services for August 2025


53100.2 ꞏ Program Fac- Young Adult



160.00

TOTAL












160.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3368



08/19/2025



City of Highwood.




10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-13,956.27



Bill



2025-August



08/03/2025





July 2025 Medical/Health Insurance


54132 ꞏ Medical/Dental Benefits



4,670.23










July 2025 Medical/Health Insurance

54132 ꞏ Medical/Dental Benefits


507.92










July 2025 Medical/Health Insurance

54132 ꞏ Medical/Dental Benefits


799.08










July 2025 Medical/Health Insurance

54132 ꞏ Medical/Dental Benefits


2,216.19










July 2025 Medical/Health Insurance

54132 ꞏ Medical/Dental Benefits


5.30










July 2025 Medical/Health Insurance

51120 ꞏ Medical/Health Insurance


1,760.47










July 2025 Medical/Health Insurance

51130 ꞏ Life Insurance


21.20


Type


Num


Date


Name


Memo

Account


Original Amount


Bill


July 2025 IMRF


08/16/2025




IMRF Payment for July 2025

22100 ꞏ IMRF W/H Payable


3,975.88

TOTAL












13,956.27



Bill Pmt -Check



3369



08/19/2025



Community Youth Network, Inc.



Contracted Counseling Services for July 2025


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-180.00



Bill



30846



07/31/2025





Contracted Counseling Services for July 2025


54110 ꞏ Contracted Services



180.00

TOTAL












180.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3370



08/19/2025



Consuelo, Inc.



Therapy Services for August 2025


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-900.00



Bill



1065



08/05/2025



NorthShore University HealthSystem



Therapy Services for August 2025


54110 ꞏ Contracted Services



900.00

TOTAL












900.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3371



08/19/2025



Forvis Mazars LLP



FY23 Audit Review with FY24 Auditor


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-750.00



Bill



2602679



07/29/2025





FY23 Audit Review with FY24 Auditor


56150 ꞏ Audit Services



750.00

TOTAL












750.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3372



08/19/2025



Garcia, Agustin



Community Health Worker Services Rendered f


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-1,185.00



Bill



005



08/04/2025





Community Health Worker Services Rendered for


54110 ꞏ Contracted Services



1,185.00

TOTAL












1,185.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3373



08/19/2025



Giraldo, Alexander



Contracted Marketing Support for August 2025


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-800.00



Bill



08082025



08/08/2025





Contracted Marketing Support for August 2025


54110 ꞏ Contracted Services



800.00

TOTAL












800.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3374



08/19/2025



Hernandez, Jose M.




10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-1,386.76



Bill



07312025



07/31/2025





Charlas Supplies Reimbursement


54135 ꞏ Grant Program Supplies



26.76


Bill


005


08/04/2025




Community Health Worker Services Rendered for

54110 ꞏ Contracted Services


1,360.00

TOTAL












1,386.76



Bill Pmt -Check



3375



08/19/2025



Highwood Rec Center



Zumba Basement Fee - July


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-140.00



Bill



41220



07/25/2025



NorthShore University HealthSystem



Zumba Basement Fee - July


54135 ꞏ Grant Program Supplies



140.00

TOTAL












140.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3376



08/19/2025



Hoopla



July 2025 Usage


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-506.30



Bill



507537372



07/31/2025





July 2025 Usage


52350.3 ꞏ On-Line - Hoopla



506.30

TOTAL












506.30


Type


Num


Date


Name


Memo

Account


Original Amount


Bill Pmt -Check


3377


08/19/2025


IHLS-OCLC


GL6

10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)


-242.60



Bill



32461



07/17/2025





OCLC Service Fee 7/1/25-6/30/26


55400.3 ꞏ Membership Dues/Fees



242.60

TOTAL












242.60



Bill Pmt -Check



3378



08/19/2025



Lara, Maria



August 2024 Professional Cleaning Services


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-1,560.00



Bill



08042025



08/04/2025





August 2024 Professional Cleaning Services


56200 ꞏ Cleaning Services



1,560.00

TOTAL












1,560.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3379



08/19/2025



Plante & Moran, PLLC



Accounting Services 5/1-7/22/2025


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-966.25



Bill



10495926



07/30/2025





Accounting Services 5/1-7/22/2025


56100 ꞏ Accounting Services



966.25

TOTAL












966.25



Bill Pmt -Check



3380



08/19/2025



Quill



Acct. #C359709


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-186.15



Bill



44784499



07/07/2025





Cleaning & Office Supplies


55400.2 ꞏ Office/Library Supplies



100.81


Bill


44972498


07/21/2025




Cleaning Supplies

55400.2 ꞏ Office/Library Supplies


85.34

TOTAL












186.15



Bill Pmt -Check



3381



08/19/2025



RAILS




10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-1,600.00



Bill



14589



07/18/2025





eRead Illinois - Boundless Membership Fee 7/1/25


52350.4 ꞏ On-Line - eRead



1,350.00


Bill


14972


08/06/2025




Find More Illinois Membership Fee 07/01/25-06/30/

55400.3 ꞏ Membership Dues/Fees


250.00

TOTAL












1,600.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3382



08/19/2025



Ramirez, Laura




10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-241.47



Bill



07072025



07/07/2025





Staff Meeting Supplies


54135 ꞏ Grant Program Supplies



6.09


Bill


07072025-2


07/07/2025




Conference Fee Reimbursement - L. Ramirez

54115 ꞏ Staff Development


34.00


Bill


07282025


07/28/2025




Staff Meeting Supplies

54135 ꞏ Grant Program Supplies


7.97


Bill


08082025


08/08/2025




Conference Mileage Reimbursement - L. Ramirez

54115 ꞏ Staff Development


130.20


Bill


08112025


08/11/2025




Staff Meeting Supplies Reimbursement

54135 ꞏ Grant Program Supplies


13.21


Bill


08112025-2


08/11/2025




Staff Recognition Supplies Reimbursement

54135 ꞏ Grant Program Supplies


25.00


Bill


08122025


08/12/2025




Staff Recognition Supplies Reimbursement

54115 ꞏ Staff Development


25.00

TOTAL












241.47



Bill Pmt -Check



3383



08/19/2025



Simon Pina, Beatriz



August Adult Literacy Education & Engagemen


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-1,600.00



Bill



08082025



08/08/2025





August Adult Literacy Education & Engagement


54110 ꞏ Contracted Services



1,600.00

TOTAL












1,600.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3384



08/19/2025



Spanish Adult Literacy Consultant



Digital Navigation Services for August 2025


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-5,583.00


Type


Num


Date


Name


Memo

Account


Original Amount



Bill



08072025



08/07/2025



Lake County



Digital Navigation Services for August 2025


54110 ꞏ Contracted Services



5,583.00

TOTAL












5,583.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3385



08/19/2025



The I.T. Connection Inc.



Telephone Service for July


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-33.56



Bill



11715



07/31/2025





Telephone Service for July


55400.6 ꞏ Telecommunications/Internet



33.56

TOTAL












33.56



Bill Pmt -Check



3386



08/19/2025



Valadez Finest Landscape



July 2025 Lawn Service


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-130.00



Bill



08042025



08/04/2025





July 2025 Lawn Service


56500.2 ꞏ Maintenance Svcs. - Exterior



130.00

TOTAL












130.00



Bill Pmt -Check



3387



08/19/2025



Vazquez, Fabiola Hernandez



August Community Health Education & Engage


10201 ꞏ BOH General Fund Chk. (3563)



-1,400.00



Bill



08072025



08/07/2025





August Community Health Education & Engageme


54110 ꞏ Contracted Services



1,053.33










August Community Health Education & Engageme

54110 ꞏ Contracted Services


346.67

TOTAL












1,400.00