The Casey-Westfield CUSD C-4 Board of Education approved a new insurance package for the 2025-2026 fiscal year that will save the district more than $52,000 compared to the current year’s costs.

During its regular meeting on Monday, June 23, the board unanimously accepted a packaged proposal totaling $163,268. The renewal covers the district’s property/casualty, cyber liability, workers’ compensation, and student accident insurance policies. Superintendent Mike Shackelford presented the proposal, highlighting the significant decrease in premiums.

The final package represents a savings of $52,258 from the district’s current insurance costs. The coverage is provided through a combination of carriers, including the Illinois Counties Risk Management Trust, Beazley Insurance, and Gerber Life.

Board member Mike Fouty made the motion to accept the insurance package, with Board President Tracy Gelb seconding. The motion passed with a unanimous roll call vote from all members present: Gelb, Fouty, Erin Fain, Lisa Huddlestun, Jason Sharp, and Shane Todd. Member Becky Clement was absent.

Securing substantial savings on fixed costs like insurance can free up district funds for educational programming, facility maintenance, or other operational needs. While the board did not specify how the savings would be reallocated, the reduction in overhead is a significant positive development for the district’s fiscal health heading into the new school year.

The approval was one of several major financial decisions made during the meeting, which also saw the board adopt its amended fiscal year 2025 budget and approve numerous capital expenditures. The district is also preparing for a full reappraisal of its property and assets in early July to ensure accurate values for future insurance purposes.