Overview

• CPS will terminate seven private custodial contracts on September 30 and oversee 2,100 custodians directly.
• The plan cuts about 480 district positions and ends roughly 1,250 private roles, leaving a net loss of around 500 custodian jobs.
• The broader $734 million budget gap stems from expiring federal relief, underfunded state aid and rising pension contributions.
• Displaced custodians have until August 22 to apply for up to 750 in-house roles, though not all applicants will secure jobs.
• Unions warn that reduced headcounts could compromise school cleanliness and are demanding guarantees on seniority, pay and benefits.