Braidwood public meetings in 2022
23 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council met to approve the ordinance for the levy and assessment of taxes for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2022, and ending April 30, 2023. The council also reviewed reports on police activity and city vehicle maintenance.
- Approved ordinance for the levy and assessment of taxes for fiscal year May 1, 2022, to April 30, 2023
- Approval of bills and payroll
- Police department report for November and December
City Council
The City Council approved contracts for a dog park and a 5K run, and authorized a permanent utility easement. The body also approved payroll and bill payments totaling over $1 million.
- Approved bid from AmeriDream fencing to install a dog park
- Approved payment of bills in the amount of $845,844.79
- Approved payroll expenses of $99,095.97 and $91,372.36
- Authorized acquisition of a permanent utility easement (PIN: 02-24-08-307-062-0000)
- Approved hosting a 5K run on May 27, 2023, for a Veteran's charity
City Council
The City Council met to approve routine payments and discuss equipment purchases. The session included a report on sidewalk conditions and the approval of city bills.
- Approval of bill payments totaling $65,171.42
- Proposed purchase of a wood chipper from United Rentals for $30,000
City Council
The City Council reviewed expenditures and discussed mandated IEPA water service surveys. The body also addressed reports of improper sidewalk thickness and a sinking road in Comet Estates.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $156,244.73
- Payroll expenses in the amount of $90,939.15
- Purchase of storage containers from U.S.A Containers for $19,875
- Purchase of 50 concrete blocks from Bohac Dirt Works not to exceed $3,500
- IEPA mandated cross connection and lead service connection surveys
City Council
The City Council met to approve payroll and discuss city maintenance. The body reviewed reports on street safety improvements and discussed the need for a new equipment trailer.
- Approval of payroll expenses totaling $95,277.31
- Proposed replacement of carpet in City Hall and Council Room
- Street improvements including painted safety areas and a ditch fill at English and Main
- Proposed purchase of a trailer to haul city machines
City Council
The City Council voted on several infrastructure improvements for the water treatment plant and the purchase of heavy equipment. The body also approved city payroll and general bill payments.
- Purchase of 2016 Hyundai Robex 55-9A from Gerdes Outdoor Power not to exceed $55,000
- Payment of bills in the amount of $151,908.07
- Payroll expenses in the amount of $85,784.53
- Water Well Solutions Illinois LLC quote for media tank and system for $35,214
- Metropolitan Pump Company quotes for Chlorine System Improvements ($68,160) and Scada improvements ($79,602)
City Council
The City Council approved several financial payments and awarded a salt bid for the Water Treatment Plant. The body also considered ordinances regarding the vacation of Enterprise Drive and a land lease for fire training.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $158,012.36
- Payroll expenses of $84,005.87 and $93,064.43
- Award of 2022 Water Treatment Plant Salt Bid to Midwest Salt
- Proposed ordinance vacating Enterprise Drive (PIN 02-24-17-103-018-0000)
- Proposed lease agreement with Braidwood Fire Protection District for fire training land
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to address the appointment of Police and Fire Board Commissioners.
- Appointment of Police and Fire Board Commissioners
- Approval of appointment of Police and Fire Board Commissioners
City Council
The City Council is considering ordinances regarding property sales, insurance provider changes, and the vacation of Enterprise Drive. The body also reviewed bids for salt and approved routine municipal payments.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $155,678.59
- Payroll expenses in the amount of $87,607.64
- Ordinance vacating Enterprise Drive (PIN 02-24-17-103-018-0000)
- Ordinance to withdraw from Illinois Public Risk Fund insurance
- Ordinance authorizing the sale of property
City Council
The City Council is reviewing authorizations for street resurfacing and water treatment salt bids. The body decided on the payment of bills and payroll, and approved an ordinance to vacate an alley.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $155,660.16
- Payroll expenses in the amount of $80,279.78
- Authorization for street resurfacing bids estimated at $142,000
- Authorization for bids on 1,000 tons of salt for water treatment plant
- Ordinance vacating an alley affecting PIN 02-24-300-011-0000
City Council
The City Council is deciding on the annexation of 13.35 acres for Braidwood Truck Stop LLC, including a zoning change to B-2 outlying business district. The body is also approving insurance agreements and infrastructure payments.
- Annexation and development agreement for Braidwood Truck Stop LLC (13.35 acres)
- Agreement with the Illinois Municipal Insurance Cooperative for insurance coverage
- Payout #1 of $31,638.60 for well #4 rehabilitation
- Payment of bills in the amount of $140,128.88
- Payroll expenses in the amount of $86,779.30
City Council
The City Council will discuss an ordinance to annex 13.35 acres for Braidwood Truck Stop, LLC, including a map amendment to B-2 outlying business district zoning and a site plan. The body will also consider an ordinance regarding building permits and a resolution for highway improvements.
- Annexation and development agreement for Braidwood Truck Stop, LLC (approx. 13.35 acres)
- Zoning amendment to B-2 outlying business district for annexed property
- Ordinance amending the City of Braidwood Code of Ordinances regarding building permits
- Resolution for improvement under the Illinois Highway Code
City Council
The City Council met to approve routine financial expenditures and discuss city maintenance. The body considered an ordinance to withdraw from the Illinois Municipal Insurance Cooperative.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $75,146.57
- Payroll expenses in the amount of $81,130.50
- Proposed ordinance to withdraw from the Illinois Municipal Insurance Cooperative
- Plan to repair potholes using equipment borrowed from the City of Wilmington
City Council
The City Council is meeting to consider authorizing the Mayor and Commissioner Money to sign documents for debt certificates. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 9, 2022 special meeting.
- Authorization of $1.8 million debt certificates
City Council
The City Council met to approve city payroll and zoning ordinances. The body decided on updates to the Zoning Code and a specific property variance.
- Approval of payroll expenses in the amount of $140,931.61
- Ordinance amending the Zoning Code regarding truck washes and video gaming
- Ordinance granting a variance to 198 N School St.
- Resolution for interfund permanent transfer
City Council
The City Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances, including a TIF agreement and a property purchase. The body will also consider the issuance of debt certificates and a new appointment.
- Issuance of $1,800,000 debt certificates
- TIF Redevelopment Agreement with Bauer & D’Orazio LLC
- Purchase of property at 794 N Division St.
- Appointment of a Commissioner of Public Buildings and Property
City Council
The City Council met to approve city expenditures and the disposal of personal property. The body also discussed an ordinance regarding video gaming and locker rooms with private showers.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $493,899.06
- Payroll expenses in the amount of $96,822.89
- Ordinance authorizing disposal of a city-owned lawnmower for trade-in
- Proposed ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance regarding video gaming and locker rooms with private showers
City Council
The City Council approved a sponsorship for Fishing with a Cure and an intergovernmental agreement with the Grundy County Pro-Active Unit. Members also approved payroll and bill payments totaling over $223,000.
- Sponsorship for Fishing with a Cure for $1,000
- Resolution for Grundy County Pro-Active Unit intergovernmental agreement
- Payment of bills in the amount of $141,395.71
- Approval of payroll expenses in the amount of $82,006.71
- Announcement of a new K9 dog for the Police Department funded by the Will County States Attorney
City Council
The City Council approved payments for bills and payroll. The Administrator discussed a proposal for the Fire Department to rent land at the treatment plant for a training center and noted that the Streets Department is projected to be at least $27,000 over budget.
- Payment of bills approved in the amount of $226,179.14
- Payroll expenses approved in the amount of $87,102.80
- Discussion of Fire Department renting land at the treatment plant for a training center
- Report that the Streets Department will be at least $27,000 over budget
City Council
The City Council met to approve local ordinances and financial expenditures. The body decided on new rules for backyard chickens and appointed a new local liquor commissioner.
- Ordinance amending the City of Braidwood Code of Ordinances regarding "Backyard Chickens"
- Appointment of Mayor Bob Jones as local liquor commissioner following the resignation of Frank Meents
- Payment of bills in the amount of $161,363.25
- Approval of payroll expenses in the amount of $84,232.59
City Council
The City Council decided on the purchase of a 2021 Caterpillar backhoe loader and approved compensation for the Mayor and Corporate Authorities. The body also adopted the Will County All-Hazard Mitigation Plan and approved city bills and payroll.
- Purchase of a 2021 Caterpillar 420-07XE backhoe loader
- Payment of bills in the amount of $133,994.75
- Approval of payroll expenses in the amount of $85,072.20
- Adoption of the countywide All-Hazard Mitigation Plan for Will County
- Ordinance approving compensation for the Mayor and Corporate Authorities
City Council
The City Council approved payments for bills and payroll and authorized three new agreements. The City Engineer also reported nearly $400,000 in ineligible purchases within the Motor Fuel Tax program from prior years.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $417,256.15
- Payroll expenses in the amount of $86,048.35
- Letter of engagement with Burke, Warren, Mackay, & Serritella, P.C.
- Intergovernmental agreement with Braidwood Fire Protection District for weight room use
- Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network agreement (IPWMAN)
City Council
The City Council met to approve municipal payments and a zoning variance for a telecommunications tower. The body also discussed road plowing responsibilities and maintenance permissions from IDOT.
- Approved ordinance for AT&T/Wescom tower variance
- Approved payment of bills in the amount of $102,252.78
- Approved payroll expenses in the amount of $95,105.58
- Discussed IDOT permission to maintain the road from Division St to rt 129