D79 & D120 Lawsuit Update

Dear Fremont Community,

As a follow-up to our February update, Fremont School District 79 and Mundelein High School District 120 are pleased to share a noteworthy update in our ongoing efforts to protect local schools and taxpayers. On July 2, the Lake County Circuit Court denied the Village of Mundelein’s motion to dismiss our lawsuit regarding school impact fees for the Walnut Ridge and "Agricultural Property" developments. This ruling allows Fremont 79 and Mundelein 120 to formally present our position in court on the impact fees associated with these properties.

This ruling is an important step forward. While our districts eagerly welcome community growth, that growth must be sustainable and structured to preserve the high quality of education our community expects and deserves. Current developer impact fees associated with this case leave a projected $2 million shortfall for District 79. Further, because this case involves questions about how school impact fees are determined, its outcome could have implications for other large developments.

We remain fully committed to open dialogue with all parties regarding fair developer contributions to our school infrastructure.

Litigation has never been our preferred path. We firmly believe these matters are best resolved through collaboration, transparency, and thoughtful planning. However, as the case moves forward, our goal remains steadfast: ensuring responsible growth that protects both the long-term health of our schools and the interests of local taxpayers.

Thank you for your continued trust and support. We will continue to keep you informed as major developments unfold. For more information, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions document.

Sincerely,

FSD79 Board of Education