Coal City school district launches blog on financial operations

The Coal City Community Unit School District 1 is taking steps to enhance transparency and accessibility regarding its financial operations. In an effort to address residents' concerns and ensure fiscal responsibility, the district has launched a blog designed to simplify complex topics such as budgets, tax rates, audits, and contracts.

Jason Smith, the Chief School Business Official (CSBO), has spearheaded this initiative. "Government transparency, or the ability to access information and documents, is a priority," Smith stated. He emphasized that understanding financial operations can be challenging for many people.

The newly created blog aims to break down these subjects into more understandable terms while also providing answers to citizen questions related to the district's finances. Mr. Smith encourages community members to visit his webpage and subscribe for timely updates.