Summary
The one-year extension of the truancy ordinance failed 6-6, so the ordinance will lapse. School district staff and board members asked for more time to gather data; opponents cited research showing punitive ticketing disproportionately harms students of color and low-income families.
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Last discussed Jul 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Fines under the ordinance can reach significant program costs — Alderperson Schultz cited potential family charges up to $25,000 through court referral.
Educators and attendance teams gain a last-resort accountability tool; supporters say struggling students benefit.
Critics say students of color and low-income students face disproportionate ticketing risk.
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