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Peotone CUSD 207U Board of Education Agenda Packet April 2026

Peotone Board Approves Three-Year Superintendent Contract

$170,000 annually for 2026-2027, with CPI-U +1% (capped at 5%) increases on July 1, 2027 and July 1, 2028Peotone CUSD 207UCOHEN, MARKApril 26, 2026

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Description

The Peotone CUSD 207U Board of Education approved a three-year employment contract with Mark Cohen as Superintendent of Schools, starting July 1, 2026, at an initial salary of $170,000 with CPI-based increases. The agreement includes full TRS and health insurance contributions, life insurance, leave benefits, and performance-based goals through June 30, 2029.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

$170,000 annually for 2026-2027, with CPI-U +1% (capped at 5%) increases on July 1, 2027 and July 1, 2028

Vendor

COHEN, MARK

Agency

Peotone CUSD 207U, IL

Contract Type

PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES

Document Date

April 26, 2026

Contract Term

July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029

Renewal Date

2029-06-30

Renewal Info

Contract runs July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029; may be extended if student performance and academic improvement goals are met and both parties agree in writing. Non-renewal notice must be given by February 15 of the final contract year.