Channahon public meetings in 2021

Board of Trustees

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an ordinance amendment regarding outdoor alcohol sales and consumption. The meeting also includes discussions on a concept plan for Fire Station #2 and salt purchase contracts.

• Ordinance amendment for outdoor liquor license sales and consumption
• Concept Plan for Channahon Fire Station #2
• Town Center Unit 4 Subdivision improvement completion guarantee reduction
• Joint Purchase Master Contract for bulk salt purchases
• Recognition of 2021 Channaholiday Home Decorating Contest winners

The Board of Trustees discussed a draft ordinance to permanently allow outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for businesses without food service, a relaxation initially adopted during the pandemic. No formal vote was taken; the item is expected to return in January for approval. The Board also reviewed a concept plan for a new Fire Station #2, with no formal action. Staff reported on a requested reduction in the subdivision improvement guarantee and a bulk salt purchase contract, but no decisions were made.

• Discussed permanent outdoor liquor license amendment (no vote)
• Reviewed concept plan for new Fire Station #2 (no vote)
• Discussed reduction of Town Center Unit 4 improvement guarantee (no vote)
• Discussed bulk salt purchase contract at $59.58/ton (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will vote on routine consent items including payments totaling over $7.4 million, and discuss monthly reports from several departments. They will also consider reducing an improvement guarantee for a subdivision and approving a joint bulk salt purchase contract. Old business includes discussion of an alternative to the deep water aquifer water source.

• Approve bills list of $271,584.62
• Approve manual checks of $7,050,314.03
• Approve net payroll of $141,907.21
• Consider Town Center Unit 4 Subdivision improvement completion guarantee reduction
• Consider joint purchase master contract for bulk salt purchases

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling $7,463,806.36, with the largest item being a $7,050,314.03 distribution related to the Aux Sable TIF surplus. They also approved a reduction in the Town Center Unit 4 improvement completion guarantee and a joint purchase master contract for bulk salt. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were reports and discussions.

• Approved consent agenda including bills ($271,584.62), manual checks ($7,050,314.03), and payroll ($141,907.21) (6-0)
• Approved Town Center Unit 4 improvement completion guarantee reduction (6-0)
• Approved joint purchase master contract for bulk salt purchases (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Village Board is holding a special workshop meeting to discuss alternative water supply options. A presentation by Strand Associates, Inc. is scheduled. No formal decisions are expected; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of alternative water supply
• Presentation by Strand Associates, Inc.

The Channahon/Minooka Village Board held a special joint workshop to discuss alternative water supply options, including the Illinois River and Lake Michigan via the Regional Water Commission. No formal decisions were made; the discussion was informational, with trustees expressing interest in Lake Michigan water but Trustee Greco undecided. Public information forums will be held, and notices will be mailed with water bills.

• No formal decisions made; workshop was informational only
• Public information forums to be held, notices mailed with water bills

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and comment on a concept plan for a new 7,530-square-foot Fire Station #2 proposed by FGM Architects on behalf of the Channahon Fire Protection District. The station would replace the existing facility on McClintock Road and be located on Thomas Dillon Drive, requiring a future zoning change from A-1 Agriculture to C-3 General Business. The agenda also includes approval of the October 11, 2021 minutes and public comment.

• Concept plan review for new Fire Station #2: 7,530 sq ft, 3 bay doors, living quarters for up to 5 firefighters, valued at $4,000,000
• Proposed site: west side of Thomas Dillon Drive, north of Speedway and Manor Motel (3.82 acres, PIN 04-10-03-101-023-0000)
• Future rezoning from A-1 Agriculture to C-3 General Business District required
• Approval of October 11, 2021 minutes (includes denial of Thorntons' high-rise sign height increase to 100 ft)
• Public comments accepted via email to [email protected]

The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed a concept plan for Channahon Fire Station #2, presented by FGM Architects on behalf of the Fire Protection District. No formal vote was taken, as this was a concept plan review. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 11, 2021 meeting and acknowledged Commissioner Rob Warren's departure.

• Approved minutes of October 11, 2021 meeting (all ayes)
• Reviewed concept plan for Fire Station #2; no vote required
• Acknowledged Commissioner Rob Warren's last meeting

TIF Review Board

The Joint Review Board for the NiGas (Aux Sable) TIF District is meeting to accept minutes from the previous year, hear the annual TIF report, and review the 2020 real estate tax distribution. The agenda includes public comment and board questions, but no votes on specific projects or expenditures are listed.

• Acceptance of minutes from December 2, 2020 meeting
• Presentation of annual TIF report by March Thompson, Kane McKenna
• Presentation of 2020 real estate tax distribution by Heather Wagonblott

TIF Review Board

The Joint Review Board is meeting to accept minutes from the prior year, hear the annual TIF report, and review the 2020 real estate tax distribution for the Interchange I55 & Rt 6 Redevelopment District. The agenda includes presentations by consultants and village staff, followed by board questions and public comment.

• Acceptance of minutes from December 2, 2020 meeting
• Presentation of annual TIF report by Mary Thompson, Kane McKenna
• Presentation of 2020 real estate tax distribution by Heather Wagonblott, Village of Channahon

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will discuss several items, including the 2022 tax levy ordinance, a proposed update to the Tryon Street/U.S. Route 6 TIF, and the hiring of police officers. They will also consider extending a special use permit for a drive-thru at Lone Star Grill and waiving a connection fee for Game Changers. The meeting is a Committee of the Whole, so most items are discussions rather than final votes.

• Ordinance for tax levy for FY 2021-2022 (2nd reading)
• Ordinances abating portions of tax levies for GO bonds (2013, 2016, 2021A, 2021B)
• Discussion of Tryon Street/U.S. Route 6 TIF update
• Extension of special use permit for drive-thru at Lone Star Grill (25208 W. Eames Street)
• Connection fee waiver for 25334 W. Eames Street (Game Changers/TOBRO, LTD)

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but took no formal votes. They reviewed the 2022 PACE paratransit agreement, a proposed Tryon Street/U.S. Route 6 TIF district, a special use permit extension for Lone Star Grill, a water connection fee waiver request for Game Changers, tax levy ordinances, hiring of two police officers, and acceptance of public improvements. No decisions were made; all items were for discussion only.

• Discussed 2022 PACE paratransit agreement (no vote)
• Discussed Tryon Street/U.S. Route 6 TIF district update (no vote)
• Discussed Lone Star Grill drive-thru special use permit extension (no vote)
• Discussed Game Changers water connection fee waiver request (no vote)
• Discussed tax levy and bond abatement ordinances (no vote)
• Discussed hiring of police officers Kirkolis and Rodriguez (no vote)
• Discussed acceptance of public improvements and release of guarantees (no vote)
• Discussed no parking signs on Exchange Blvd and Bluff Road (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will vote on routine consent items, including bill payments, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions include a tax levy ordinance, abatements for bond levies, a TIF update for Tryon Street/U.S. Route 6, and a special use permit extension for a drive-thru. The board will also consider hiring police officers and accepting public improvements for several developments.

• Approve bills of $456,787.74 and manual checks of $13,534.72
• Approve payroll expenses of $136,962.88 and $138,634.37
• Consider tax levy ordinance for FY 2021-2022 and bond abatements
• Consider extension of special use permit for Lone Star Grill drive-thru (25208 W. Eames Street)
• Consider acceptance of public improvements for Venture One (Crossroads 55) and Speedway watermain/sewer extensions

The board approved the 2021 tax levy of $3,023,000, with an estimated tax rate of 0.6456, nearly 6% lower than 2020. It also approved ordinances abating portions of the tax levy for four series of General Obligation Bonds. The board denied a request to waive a connection fee for Game Changers at 25334 W. Eames Street, with Trustee Host making the motion to deny.

• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes and payments totaling $456,787.74, $13,534.72, and payroll of $136,962.88 and $138,634.37.
• Approved the PACE Paratransit Local Share Agreement for 2022.
• Approved a six-month extension for a Special Use Permit for a drive-thru at Lone Star Grill (25208 W. Eames Street).
• Denied the Connection Fee Waiver for Game Changers/TOBRO, LTD at 25334 W. Eames Street.
• Approved the 2021 tax levy ordinance for $3,023,000.
• Approved ordinances abating portions of the tax levy for General Obligation Bonds Series 2013, 2016, 2021A, and 2021B.
• Approved the hiring of police officers Jeffrey Kirkolis and Jesus Rodriguez.
• Approved acceptance of public improvements and releases for several projects, including Venture One, Speedway, and Northern Illinois Steel, plus a change order and a no-parking sign ordinance.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will hear the annual audit report and discuss the property tax levy for fiscal year 2021-22, along with several ordinances to abate portions of the tax levy for various general obligation bonds. They will also discuss a bank pricing amendment and the purchase of a new skid steer. No formal items are listed for community development or police.

• Presentation of annual audit reports by Miller Cooper & Co.
• Discussion of Fifth Third Bank pricing amendment
• Ordinance for tax levy for FY 2021-22
• Ordinances abating tax levy for GO Bonds Series 2013, 2016, 2021A, 2021B
• Discussion of purchase of new skid steer

The Committee of the Whole discussed the proposed 2021 tax levy, which would set the Village tax rate at approximately 0.6456, a reduction from the prior year's 0.6860, and heard the annual audit report. The board also discussed a $5,000 contribution to the Will County Center for Economic Development and a proposed skid steer purchase. No formal votes were taken; these items are scheduled for future board action.

• Discussed 2021 tax levy ordinance (1st read) with recommended rate of 0.6456
• Discussed four bond abatement ordinances (2013, 2016, 2021A, 2021B) to abate 100% of debt service levy
• Discussed $5,000 contribution to Will County CED (presentation only)
• Discussed purchase of new skid steer for $51,662.98 (budgeted at $51,000, trade-in $11,000)
• Received annual audit report for FY ending April 30, 2021
• Discussed 3-year extension of banking services with Fifth Third Bank

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider routine approvals and several financial items, including a tax levy ordinance and abatements for bond series, plus a skid steer purchase. They will also discuss monthly statistical reports from various departments and a contribution to the Will County Center for Economic Development.

• Approve bills list of $2,151,935.17
• Approve manual checks of $2,629.51
• Approve net payroll expenses of $136,852.39 and retro pay of $26,736.90
• Consider tax levy ordinance for FY 2021-22 (1st read)
• Consider abatement ordinances for 2013, 2016, 2021A, and 2021B bonds (1st read)

The Channahon Village Board approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling over $2.3 million, and approved a contribution to the Will County Center for Economic Development. They also approved a Fifth Third Bank pricing amendment, accepted the Police Pension Fund compliance report, and approved the purchase of a new skid steer. Several tax levy and bond abatement ordinances were introduced for first reading and will be considered at the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including bills ($2,151,935.17), manual checks ($2,629.51), and payroll expenses ($136,852.39 plus $26,736.90 retro pay) (5-0)
• Approved contribution to Will County Center for Economic Development (5-0)
• Approved Fifth Third Bank pricing amendment (5-0)
• Accepted 04.30.2021 Municipal Compliance Report for Police Pension Fund (5-0)
• Approved purchase of new skid steer (6-0)
• Introduced tax levy and bond abatement ordinances for first reading; action deferred to next meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Channahon Planning & Zoning Commission on November 8, 2021, was cancelled.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss several items, including the results of a request for proposals for banking services, a resolution accepting a municipal utility easement, and engineering and surveying services for the 2021 Drainage Improvements Project. They will also discuss an appointment to the Tree Board and review a letter from the Secretary of State regarding the 2020 Census. No formal action is expected, as this is a discussion meeting.

• Discussion of results from Request for Proposals for Banking Services
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of a Municipal Utility Easement
• 2021 Drainage Improvements Project — engineering and surveying services
• Appointment to the Tree Board
• Secretary of State letter regarding 2020 Decennial Census

The Committee of the Whole discussed, but did not vote on, a proposed 3-year banking services contract with Fifth Third Bank, following an RFP that drew only one on-time proposal. Trustees also discussed appointing Jason Peppmuller to fill an unexpired Tree Board term ending in 2023. No formal decisions were made at this meeting.

• Discussed 3-year Fifth Third Bank banking services contract (no vote)
• Discussed appointment of Jason Peppmuller to Tree Board (no vote)
• Discussed accepting municipal utility easement for former Skateland property (no vote)
• Discussed Baxter and Woodman engineering proposal for 2021 Drainage Improvements (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will vote on routine consent items including meeting minutes and payments totaling about $345,664, plus several action items: a tree board appointment, acceptance of a municipal utility easement, and engineering services for the 2021 Drainage Improvements Project. The board will also discuss an alternative to the deep water aquifer water source under old business and hold an executive session on employee matters.

• Approve bills list of Nov 1, 2021 for $203,859.89
• Approve manual checks of Nov 1, 2021 for $8,656.20
• Approve net payroll expenses for period ending Oct 17, 2021 for $133,148.43
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of a municipal utility easement
• 2021 Drainage Improvements Project engineering and surveying services

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling $345,664.52, and appointed Jason Peppmuller to the Tree Board. They also approved a resolution accepting a municipal utility easement and the 2021 Drainage Improvements Project engineering and surveying services. The board directed staff to stay with Fifth Third bank for banking services, and received a presentation on a Lake Michigan water source alternative, with no decision made.

• Approved consent agenda including bills, manual checks, and payroll (6-0)
• Appointed Jason Peppmuller to Tree Board (6-0)
• Approved resolution accepting municipal utility easement (6-0)
• Approved 2021 Drainage Improvements Project engineering and surveying services (6-0)
• Directed staff to stay with Fifth Third bank for banking RFP

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Channahon Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met and approved the minutes from July 21, 2021, and the proposed 2022 meeting dates. They discussed updates to the commission's rules and regulations, new building access cards, and a FOIA request regarding the Sergeant Eligibility exam. The board also approved bills for IFPCA membership and seminar attendance, and discussed staffing outlook, including plans to hire two candidates for a January academy.

• Approved 2022 regular meeting dates
• Discussed incorporating attorney suggestions into draft rules and regulations
• Approved bills: $375 IFPCA membership, $525 for Commissioner Lentz's seminar, $525 for Chief Casey's seminar
• Discussed FOIA request for points awarded in Sergeant Eligibility exams
• Chief Casey planning to identify two candidates for January academy

The Channahon Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the 2022 regular meeting dates and an omnibus bill for IFPCA membership and seminar attendance. The board also discussed incorporating attorney suggestions into the draft rules and regulations, with adoption possible at the next meeting. No citizen complaints were filed, and no executive session was held.

• Approved July 21, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved 2022 regular meeting dates (3-0)
• Approved $375 IFPCA membership and $1,050 for seminar attendance (2-0, 1 present)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including increasing the number of Class B liquor licenses, amending an annexation agreement with Bluestone Retail Partners and Thorntons, purchasing real estate in Town Center, and approving union agreements. They will also consider a special use permit amendment for Thorntons and stormwater improvements in Whispering Oaks. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel, real estate, and collective bargaining matters.

• Ordinance to increase Class B liquor licenses
• Amendment to annexation agreement with Bluestone Retail Partners, LLC and Thorntons, Inc.
• Purchase and sale agreement for real estate in Town Center
• Union agreements with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 (Administration, Police Sergeants, Public Works)
• Special use permit amendment for Thorntons Planned Unit Development

The Channahon Village Board denied an ordinance authorizing an amendment to the annexation agreement with Bluestone Retail Partners and Thorntons, Inc. to increase the high-rise sign at 24144 W. Eames Street from 60 to 100 feet and from 204 to 312 square feet. The board also denied a related ordinance to grant an amendment to the Special Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development for Thorntons. Both motions failed with a 1-5 vote, with only Trustee Scaggs voting in favor. The Planning and Zoning Commission had previously recommended denial of the request.

• Denied amendment to annexation agreement for Thorntons high-rise sign increase to 100 ft (1-5)
• Denied amendment to Special Use Permit for Thorntons Planned Unit Development (1-5)
• Approved consent agenda including bill payments totaling $531,016.52, manual checks of $34,821.42, and net payroll of $133,715.08 (6-0)
• Approved ordinance increasing number of Class B liquor licenses (6-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing purchase of real estate at Town Center (6-0)
• Approved three labor agreements with International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 for Administration, Police Sergeants, and Public Works (6-0)
• Approved resolution for stormwater improvements in Phase 2 of Whispering Oaks Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved hiring of a Records Administrator (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider an amendment to the annexation agreement to increase the high-rise sign at Thorntons, Inc. from 60 to 100 feet and from 204 to 312 square feet. The board will also vote on several ordinances, including increasing Class B liquor licenses, approving union agreements, and purchasing real estate in Town Center. Consent agenda items include bill payments totaling over $699,000.

• Public hearing on annexation amendment to increase Thorntons sign height to 100' and size to 312' at 24144 W. Eames Street
• Ordinance to increase number of Class B liquor licenses (1st read)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of real estate in Town Center
• Ordinances authorizing agreements with Operating Engineers Local 150 for Administration, Police Sergeants, and Public Works (1st read)
• Approval of bills list for $531,016.52, manual checks for $34,821.42, and net payroll for $133,715.08

The Committee of the Whole discussed but did not vote on several items, including a proposed purchase of 22.04 acres in the Town Center for $1,250,000, an ordinance to increase Class B liquor licenses for the Pickleball Athletic Club, and amendments related to Thorntons' sign and special use permit. The board also discussed union agreements, stormwater improvements in Whispering Oaks, and hiring a Records Administrator. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily for discussion and first readings.

• Discussed purchase of 22.04 acres in Town Center for $1,250,000 (no vote)
• Discussed ordinance increasing Class B liquor licenses for Pickleball Athletic Club (first read)
• Discussed amendment to Thorntons' annexation agreement for larger sign (first read)
• Discussed stormwater improvement agreement for Whispering Oaks Phase 2 (no vote)
• Discussed hiring Records Administrator at $58,670 starting wage (no vote)
• Discussed union agreements with Local 150 (first read, to be discussed in executive session)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a continued public hearing and make a recommendation on Thornton's Inc.'s request to amend its Planned Unit Development (PUD) special use permit to increase the high-rise sign at 24144 W. Eames Street from 60 to 100 feet in height and from 204 to 312 square feet in sign face. Staff recommends denial, citing incompatibility with the interchange area, mature trees blocking views, and the village's Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 13, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing continued from Aug. 9 on Thornton's sign height increase from 60' to 100' and size from 204 to 312 sq ft at 24144 W. Eames St.
• Staff recommends denial of the PUD amendment, citing incompatibility with adjacent properties and the Comprehensive Plan.
• Review and recommendation on the Thornton's PUD amendment for the high-rise sign.
• Approval of minutes from the September 13, 2021 meeting.
• Public comment period for residents to submit comments via email.

The Planning & Zoning Commission denied Thornton's Inc.'s request to amend its special use permit to increase the high-rise sign height from 60 to 100 feet and size from 204 to 312 square feet at 24144 W. Eames Street. The decision followed a public hearing where Thornton's cited declining diesel sales due to competition. The motion to deny was approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 (Commissioners Blackburn and Larson abstained)
• Opened public hearing for Thornton's sign amendment (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing with no public comment (unanimous)
• Denied amendment to increase high-rise sign height to 100 ft and size to 312 sq ft (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss several public works items, including a change order for the 2021 parking lot reconstruction and resurfacing project, a change order for the 2021 asphalt preservation project, hiring a contractor for the parkway tree replacement program, and continued repair of Truck #35. The board will also discuss an investment management agreement with Bernardi Asset Management. No formal action is listed; items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Bernardi Asset Management Investment Management Agreement
• Discussion of Change Order 1 for 2021 Public Works Parking Lot Reconstruction & Resurfacing Project
• Discussion of Change Order for 2021 Asphalt Preservation Project
• Discussion to hire contractor for Parkway Tree Replacement Program
• Discussion of continued repair of Truck #35 (one ton)

The Board of Trustees held a Committee of the Whole meeting with no formal votes. They discussed the Whispering Oaks retention pond deficiency and a builder's request for partial credit on building permits, directing staff to obtain actual cost numbers. They also reviewed a revised investment agreement with Bernardi Asset Management to increase the investment account by $5 million, and discussed several public works items including change orders, a tree replacement program, and truck repairs, but took no formal action.

• Directed staff to get actual numbers on Whispering Oaks pond remediation and builder credit request
• Discussed revised Bernardi Asset Management investment agreement to increase account by $5 million
• Discussed 2021 Parking Lot Reconstruction change order reducing contract to $266,408.17
• Discussed 2021 Asphalt Preservation change order reducing contract to $145,351.12
• Discussed hiring contractor for Parkway Tree Replacement Program with 50/50 cost share
• Discussed continued repair of Truck #35 at $14,200.73

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees is meeting to approve routine payments and several public works contracts, including change orders for parking lot and asphalt projects, a tree contractor hire, and truck repairs. The board will also consider an investment management agreement with Bernardi Asset Management and discuss an alternative to the deep water aquifer water source.

• Approve payment of bills totaling $628,823.99
• Approve payment of manual checks for $16,409.49
• Approve net payroll expenses of $139,726.53
• Consider approval of 2021 Public Works Parking Lot Reconstruction & Resurfacing Project Change Order 1
• Consider approval of 2021 Asphalt Preservation Project Change Order 1

The Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes and payments totaling $785,959.95, and the Bernardi Asset Management Investment Management Agreement. It also approved several public works items, including change orders, a contractor hire for the Parkway Tree Replacement Program, and continued repair of Truck #35, all with unanimous votes. The Board then entered executive session for personnel, real estate, and collective bargaining matters.

• Approved consent agenda including bills, manual checks, and payroll (6-0)
• Approved Bernardi Asset Management Investment Management Agreement (6-0)
• Approved 2021 Public Works Parking Lot Reconstruction & Resurfacing Project Change Order 1 (6-0)
• Approved 2021 Asphalt Preservation Project Change Order 1 (6-0)
• Approved hiring contractor for Parkway Tree Replacement Program, waiving public bidding (6-0)
• Approved continued repair of Truck #35 One Ton (6-0)
• Opened executive session for personnel, real estate, and collective bargaining (6-0)
• Closed executive session and adjourned (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Committee of the Whole will discuss a range of items including a special use permit amendment for a car wash at Casey's General Store, several road maintenance contracts, a police officer hire, and a facility needs assessment. The meeting also includes discussion of tax levy obligations, investment management proposals, and an executive session for personnel and real estate matters.

• Special use permit amendment for automobile laundry (car wash) at Casey's General Store, 25235 W. Eames Street
• Award 2021 PCC Road Maintenance Contract
• Award 2021 MFT Road Maintenance Contract
• Ratification of hiring a police officer
• Agreement with FGM Architects for Village Facility Space and Programming Needs Assessment

The Committee of the Whole discussed but did not vote on several items, including a proposed $36,000 contract with FGM Architects for a Village Facility Space and Programming Needs Assessment, a police officer hire, and road maintenance contracts. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only.

• Discussed FGM Architects contract for facility needs assessment ($36,000)
• Discussed Casey's General Store car wash special use permit amendment
• Discussed police pension fund tax levy request of $825,000
• Discussed investment management proposals with Bernardi and Sawyer Falduto
• Discussed ratification of hiring police officer Brandon Hermann at $65,270
• Discussed 2021 PCC road maintenance contract with Alliance Contractors ($41,171)
• Discussed 2021 MFT road maintenance contract with Gallagher Asphalt ($794,110.57)
• Discussed Springbrook Sidewalk Project change order net decrease of $6,284

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider routine approvals and several notable items, including a special use permit amendment for a car wash at Casey's General Store, multiple road maintenance contracts, and an agreement for a facility needs assessment. The board will also vote on payments, hiring, and resolutions related to taxes and bonds.

• Consider approval of special use permit amendment for automobile laundry (car wash) at Casey's General Store, 1st read
• Consider approval of site plan amendment for Casey's General Store, 25235 W. Eames Street
• Consider approval of 2021 PCC Road Maintenance Contract and 2021 Road Maintenance Contract
• Consider approval of agreement with FGM Architects for Village Facility Space and Programming Needs Assessment
• Approve payments totaling $1,263,820.04 across bills, manual checks, and payroll

The Channahon Village Board approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling over $1.2 million, and unanimously approved the police pension fund tax levy demand letter for $825,000. The board also approved a special use permit amendment and site plan for a Casey's General Store car wash at 25235 W. Eames Street, with Trustee McMillin voting no. Additionally, the board approved a $36,000 agreement with FGM Architects for a facility space and needs assessment, with Trustee Slocum voting no, and ratified the hiring of police officer Brandon Hermann.

• Approved consent agenda including bills, manual checks, and payroll totaling over $1.2M (6-0)
• Approved $825,000 police pension fund tax levy demand letter (6-0)
• Approved special use permit amendment and site plan for Casey's car wash, contingent on staff approval (5-1, McMillin no)
• Approved $36,000 FGM Architects facility assessment agreement (5-1, Slocum no)
• Approved 2022 meeting dates and holiday schedule (6-0)
• Approved Planning and Zoning Commission members Larry Blackburn and Nicole Larson (6-0)
• Ratified hiring of police officer Brandon Hermann (6-0)
• Approved multiple public works contracts and improvements (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a continued public hearing and make recommendations on Casey's Retail Company's request to amend a special use permit for a car wash and amend the site plan for a relocated Casey's General Store at 25235 W Eames St. The project includes a new convenience store, fuel sales, and a 1-bay car wash on 5.087 acres. The commission will also review the amended site plan and may recommend approval to the Village Board.

• Public hearing continued for Casey's car wash special use permit amendment
• Review of amended site plan for Casey's relocation (5.087 acres, 4,320 sq ft store, 1-bay car wash, 7 fueling stations)
• 111 trees to be removed; 30 replacement trees planted, cash in lieu for 80
• Car wash hours limited to 6 a.m.–midnight per existing conditions
• Access via right-in/right-out on Route 6 and full access to Center Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of an amendment to a Special Use Permit for a car wash at the new Casey's General Store relocation, adding a condition requiring removal of fuel tanks and canopy at the old site within 12 months. It also recommended approval of the amended site plan for the new store, fuel sales, and 1-bay car wash. Both recommendations will go to the Village Board for final action.

• Approved minutes of August 9, 2021 meeting.
• Opened and closed public hearing for Casey's Special Use Permit amendment.
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit amendment with 7 conditions, including removal of old site's fuel tanks and canopy within 12 months of new store's certificate of occupancy.
• Recommended approval of amended site plan for Casey's relocation with car wash.
• Adjourned meeting at 6:28 p.m.

Board of Trustees

The Village of Channahon Board of Trustees has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, September 7, 2021. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Monday, September 20, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Channahon Municipal Center.

• Meeting cancellation for September 7, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for September 20, 2021

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will discuss several administrative and financial items, including the 2022 meeting schedule, police pension tax levy, and investment management proposals. They will also consider hiring a police officer and awarding road maintenance contracts. The meeting is a discussion session, with decisions to be made at a later board meeting.

• Discussion of 2022 designated meeting dates and holiday schedule
• Discussion of Channahon Police Pension Fund tax levy demand letter
• Discussion of investment management services proposals
• Discussion of hiring a police officer
• Discussion of awarding 2021 PCC and MFT road maintenance contracts

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider several items including road maintenance contracts, the hiring of a police officer, and various financial approvals. The agenda also includes discussions regarding water source alternatives and 2022 meeting schedules.

• Approval of bills list for $400,911.98
• Approval of manual checks for $43,244.17
• Approval of net payroll expenses for $148,002.37
• Consideration of 2021 PCC Road and road maintenance contracts
• Hiring of a Police Officer

Board of Trustees

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an ordinance to increase available Class B liquor licenses. The committee will also discuss a proposal from Layne Christenson Co. for Well #5 rehabilitation and a request for a temporary early start time for Ozinga.

• Ordinance to increase the number of Class B Liquor Licenses
• Proposal from Layne Christenson Co. for Well #5 Rehabilitation
• Request for Temporary Early Start Time for Ozinga
• Presentation of the 2020 Village of Channahon Citizen of the Year

The Board of Trustees held a Committee of the Whole meeting with no formal votes. They discussed a first reading of an ordinance to increase Class B liquor licenses for a new kitchen and bar at the former Rosati's location, and considered a temporary early start time for Ozinga's concrete production. No decisions were made.

• Discussed first reading of ordinance to increase Class B liquor licenses (no vote)
• Discussed Ozinga request for temporary early start time on August 21 (no vote)
• Discussed Well #5 rehabilitation proposal from Layne Christensen Co. (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to a Special Use Permit for a high-rise sign at 24144 W. Eames Street. The Board will also consider an ordinance to increase the number of available Class B liquor licenses.

• Public Hearing: Increasing high-rise sign height from 60” to 100° and size from 204’ to 312’ at 24144 W. Eames Street
• Ordinance to increase the number of available Class B liquor licenses
• Approval of bills list for $312,989.26
• Approval of manual checks for $2,327.33
• Acceptance of Layne Christenson Co. proposal for Well #5 rehabilitation

The Channahon Village Board approved an ordinance increasing the number of Class B liquor licenses, accepted a proposal for Well #5 rehabilitation, and granted a temporary early start time for Ozinga. The public hearing on a sign height amendment was continued to October 18. The consent agenda, including bill payments, was approved unanimously.

• Approved ordinance increasing Class B liquor licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Layne Christensen Co. proposal for Well #5 rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved temporary early start time for Ozinga (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on high-rise sign height increase to Oct 18 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including bills ($312,989.26), manual checks ($2,327.33), payroll ($132,704.77) (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review an amended Special Use Permit and Site Plan for a Casey’s General Store relocation. The proposal includes changes to the store prototype, reducing the car wash from two bays to one.

• Amendment to Special Use Permit for car wash at 25235 W Eames Street
• Site Plan amendment for Casey’s General Store relocation
• Public hearing for high-rise sign increase at 24144 W Eames Street
• Review of Thornton’s, Inc. sign size and height amendments

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to continue two public hearings: Casey's General Store relocation special use permit for a car wash to September 13, 2021, and Thornton's Inc. high-rise sign height/size amendment to October 11, 2021. No substantive decisions were made on these items; they were tabled for future consideration. The commission also approved the July 12, 2021 minutes and discussed new commissioner applications and the Roberts Road apartment project status.

• Approved July 12, 2021 minutes (all ayes)
• Continued Casey's car wash special use permit public hearing to September 13 (all ayes)
• Continued Thornton's sign amendment public hearing to October 11 (all ayes)
• No action on Casey's site plan; continued to September 13

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to receive presentations on recycling services and an alternative water source update, and to discuss a proposed ordinance banning parking on the south side of Town Center Circle. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel and real estate matters.

• Presentation by Jay Ipema of Environmental Recycling & Disposal
• Alternative Water Source Update presentation
• Discussion of ordinance prohibiting parking on south side of Town Center Circle (first reading)
• Executive session on employee appointment/compensation and real estate purchase/lease

The Committee of the Whole heard a presentation on an ordinance to allow parking on the south side of Town Center Circle, which is currently a no-parking road. The ordinance was discussed but not voted on, as it was only a first reading. No formal decisions were made at this meeting.

• Discussed ordinance to allow parking on south side of Town Center Circle (first reading, no vote)
• Received update on alternative water source, including water demand and cost (no action)
• Heard presentation from Environmental Recycling & Disposal on services (no action)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will meet to approve routine payments and minutes, and discuss an update on an alternative water source and a proposed ordinance banning parking on the south side of Town Center Circle. The board will also enter executive session to discuss employee matters and real estate.

• Approve bills list of $187,462.64
• Approve manual checks of $4,255.12
• Approve net payroll expenses of $140,172.25
• Consider approval of Alternative Water Source Update
• First reading of ordinance prohibiting parking on south side of Town Center Circle

The Channahon Village Board approved an ordinance prohibiting parking on the south side of Town Center Circle, waiving the second reading. The board also approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling $331,890.02. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational reports and an executive session.

• Approved ordinance prohibiting parking on south side of Town Center Circle (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and payments totaling $331,890.02 (6-0)
• Opened executive session for personnel and real estate matters (6-0)
• Closed executive session and adjourned (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Channahon Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss old business including commission rules and police officer eligibility testing. New business covers personnel outlook and Open Meetings Act training. No citizen complaints, correspondence, or bills are listed.

• Approval of April 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Rules and Regulations of the P & F Commission
• Police officer eligibility testing
• Personnel outlook
• Open Meetings Act training

The Board approved sending the updated Police and Fire Commission Rules and Regulations for legal review, which may incur a budget expense. It also approved the April 21, 2021, regular and executive session minutes with a minor correction. No citizen complaints were received, and no bills or correspondence were discussed.

• Approved April 21, 2021, regular meeting minutes with a correction (3-0)
• Approved April 21, 2021, executive session minutes (3-0)
• Approved sending updated Rules and Regulations for legal review (3-0)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss several items, including a special use permit for a car wash, a site plan for the same property, a concept plan for a multi-family project, police hiring authorization, and public works projects. No formal votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only and may be continued to the Board meeting.

• Special use permit for WashCove Channahon Express car wash at 27057 W. Eames Street (PIN 03-24-101-004)
• Site plan for WashCove Channahon Express at 27057 W. Eames Street
• Concept plan for multi-family project at 24740 W Eames Street
• Authorization to hire police personnel
• Continuation of inflow and infiltration reduction project with RJN

The Board discussed a special use permit and site plan for a WashCove car wash at 27057 W. Eames Street, with a PZC recommendation for approval. They also reviewed a concept plan for a multi-family rental project at 24742 W. Eames Street and gave direction to move forward. No formal votes were taken at this Committee of the Whole meeting.

• Discussed special use permit and site plan for WashCove car wash; PZC recommended approval, no board vote taken
• Discussed concept plan for multi-family project at 24742 W. Eames Street; board direction was to move forward
• Discussed authorization to hire for two patrol officer vacancies; board direction was to give authorization
• Discussed continuation of inflow and infiltration reduction project with RJN, including Task Orders #7 and #8
• Discussed resolution accepting a municipal stormwater detention easement for Lot 12 of Channahon Industrial Park

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider a special use permit and site plan for a car wash (WashCove Channahon Express) at 27057 W. Eames Street, along with routine approvals including bills, payroll, and minutes. They will also discuss monthly reports and other items such as hiring authorization and an inflow/infiltration project.

• Special use permit for automobile laundry (car wash) in C-3 district at Southern Crossings Outlot 4, 27057 W. Eames St.
• Site plan approval for WashCove Channahon Express
• Payment of bills list for $251,299.63
• Authorization to hire police department personnel
• Continuation of Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Project with RJN

The Board approved a special use permit and site plan for WashCove Channahon Express, a car wash at 27057 W. Eames Street, after waiving the second reading. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling $395,388.87, and authorized continuation of the inflow and infiltration reduction project with RJN and acceptance of a stormwater detention easement. Additionally, the Board authorized hiring for the police department.

• Approved special use permit for WashCove Channahon Express car wash at 27057 W. Eames Street
• Approved site plan for WashCove Channahon Express car wash
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills ($251,299.63), manual checks ($4,564.01), and payroll ($139,525.23)
• Approved continuation of Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Project with RJN
• Approved resolution accepting Municipal Stormwater Detention Easement
• Authorized police department hiring

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make recommendations on a special use permit and site plan for a WashCove Express car wash at 27057 W. Eames Street. They will also review a concept plan for a multi-family project at 24740 W. Eames Street. The meeting includes approval of the June 14, 2021 minutes and public comment.

• Special use permit for automobile laundry (car wash) in C-3 district, filed by Route 6 Channahon, LLC
• Site plan for 4,859 sq ft car wash building with dog wash, 24 vacuum canopies, 3 pay stations
• Concept plan review for multi-family project at 24740 W Eames Street, filed by Paul Swanson
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2021 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of a special use permit and site plan for WashCove Channahon Express, a car wash at the southeast corner of W. Eames Street and S. Pheasant Lane. The site plan includes a 4,860-square-foot building with a dog wash, 24 vacuum spaces, and 3 pay stations, subject to staff review of final engineering plans. The commission also reviewed a concept plan for a multi-family rental project at 24740 W. Eames Street but took no formal action.

• Approved minutes of June 14, 2021 meeting.
• Opened and closed public hearing for the WashCove car wash special use permit.
• Recommended approval of the special use permit for the car wash in C-3 district.
• Recommended approval of the site plan for the car wash, subject to staff review of final engineering plans.
• Reviewed concept plan for multi-family project at 24740 W. Eames Street; no action taken.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss creating a special service area for the Creekside Estates subdivision, a special use permit for a truck terminal, and several public works purchases and contracts. No formal items are listed for the finance or police departments, and the meeting includes an executive session on real estate and litigation.

• Ordinance establishing Special Service Area Number 5 for Creekside Estates Subdivision (first reading)
• Special use permit for Yazour Group Systems LLC truck terminal at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive (second reading)
• Site plan for Channahon Industrial Park Lots 12 and 13
• Reject bids or award contract for 2021 Public Works Paving Project
• Purchase of 2022 Ford F-550 and F-250 with plow equipment; Well 7 design engineering proposal

The Committee of the Whole discussed awarding the 2021 Public Works Paving Project to low bidder PT Ferro at $290,578, exceeding the $171,000 budget, with reserves covering the difference. They also discussed purchasing two new Ford trucks with plowing equipment, a special use permit for a truck terminal, and a well design proposal. No formal votes were taken; items were discussed for action at a future board meeting.

• Discussed awarding 2021 paving project to PT Ferro for $290,578, over budget, with reserves to cover the gap
• Discussed purchasing a 2022 Ford F-550 with plowing equipment for $99,927
• Discussed purchasing a 2022 Ford F-250 with plow equipment for $47,097
• Discussed a special use permit for Yazour Group Systems truck terminal at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive
• Discussed Well 7 design engineering proposal to address water system firm capacity
• Discussed establishing Special Service Area Number 5 for Creekside Estates Subdivision

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to establish Special Service Area Number 5 for the Creekside Estates subdivision. The board will also consider a special use permit for a truck terminal, approve routine payments, and discuss several public works items.

• Public hearing and ordinance for Special Service Area Number 5 (Creekside Estates)
• Special use permit for Yazour Group Systems, LLC truck terminal at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive
• Site plan for Channahon Industrial Park Lots 12 and 13
• Bills list payment of $161,409.81 and manual checks of $20,515.74
• Purchase of 2022 Ford F-550 and F-250 with plowing equipment

The Board approved the creation of Special Service Area Number 5 for Creekside Estates, a backup mechanism for common facility maintenance, and approved a special use permit and site plan for a truck terminal at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive. The consent agenda, including bill payments, was approved. The Board also approved the 2021 paving contract, two new Ford trucks with plows, and a Well 7 design engineering proposal.

• Approved ordinance establishing Special Service Area Number 5 for Creekside Estates (6-0)
• Approved special use permit and site plan for Yazour Group Systems truck terminal at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive (5-1, Slocum dissenting)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, manual checks, and payroll (6-0)
• Approved 2021 Public Works Paving Project contract (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Ford F-550 and F-250 with plow equipment (6-0)
• Approved Well 7 Design Engineering Proposal (6-0)

Tree Board

The Channahon Tree Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes and hearing public comments. New business covers several tree-related items: adding tree tags to the memorial tree walk, replacing a board member, replacing a dead tree on the walk, and discussing the Tree City USA application.

• Memorial tree walk tree tags
• Tree board member replacement
• Dead tree replacement on tree walk
• Tree City USA application

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will discuss a special use permit for a truck terminal/cartage facility at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive, along with the site plan for the same property. They will also review a banking services contract amendment, a budget amendment for FY 2020-2021, an agreement to use Wilmington's firearms range, a water leak detection survey, an intergovernmental agreement with IDOT, and a road maintenance project engineering proposal. The meeting is a committee-of-the-whole discussion, with no formal votes expected.

• Special use permit for Yazour Group Systems, LLC truck terminal at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive
• Site plan for Channahon Industrial Park Lots 12 and 13
• Fifth Third Bank banking services contract pricing amendment
• Ordinance amending FY 2020-2021 annual budget
• Proposal for 2021 road maintenance project engineering services

The Committee of the Whole discussed a special use permit and site plan for a truck terminal/cartage facility at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive, with a PZC recommendation for approval subject to conditions. They also discussed a budget amendment for FY 2020-2021, a firearms range agreement with Wilmington, a water leak detection survey, and other items. No formal votes were taken; all items were for discussion only.

• Discussed special use permit for Yazour Group Systems truck terminal, with PZC recommending approval subject to 11 conditions.
• Discussed site plan for the same property, with PZC recommending approval subject to staff review.
• Discussed a six-month pricing amendment from Fifth Third Bank for banking services.
• Discussed a budget amendment ordinance for FY 2020-2021, with staff requesting waiver of second reading.
• Discussed a resolution to enter into an agreement with Wilmington for use of their firearms range.
• Discussed a proposal for a water leak detection survey from M.E. Simpson Co., Inc.
• Discussed an intergovernmental agreement with IDOT for traffic signal maintenance reimbursement.
• Discussed a proposal for engineering services for the 2021 Road Maintenance Project.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees is meeting to consider routine consent items, a special use permit for a truck terminal, a site plan, a budget amendment, and several contracts including banking services, a firearms range agreement, and road maintenance engineering services. The board will also discuss monthly reports and an alternative water source project.

• Special use permit for Yazour Group Systems LLC truck terminal at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive, Channahon Industrial Park Lots 12 and 13
• Site plan approval for Channahon Industrial Park Lots 12 and 13
• Ordinance amending the Village of Channahon Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021
• Fifth Third Bank banking services contract pricing amendment
• Proposal for 2021 Road Maintenance Project Stage 1 (Study) & Stage 2 (Design Drawings & Bidding Documents) professional engineering services

The Channahon Village Board approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling $383,479.40. They also approved a banking services contract amendment with Fifth Third Bank, an ordinance amending the FY 2020-2021 annual budget, a resolution to use Wilmington's firearms range, a water leak detection survey proposal, and a resolution for an intergovernmental agreement with IDOT along with a road maintenance project engineering services proposal. A special use permit and site plan for a truck terminal were left as a first read for a future meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and payments totaling $383,479.40.
• Approved Fifth Third Bank banking services contract pricing amendment.
• Approved ordinance amending FY 2020-2021 annual budget (waived second read).
• Approved resolution to enter into agreement with Wilmington for firearms range use.
• Approved proposal for water leak detection survey.
• Approved resolution for intergovernmental agreement with IDOT and road maintenance project engineering services (Trustee Slocum abstained).
• Left special use permit and site plan for truck terminal at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive as first read.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and review a special use permit and site plan for a truck terminal and maintenance facility at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive. The applicant, Yazour Group Systems, proposes an 8,000-square-foot building with truck parking. The commission will make a recommendation to the Village Board, subject to conditions. The agenda also includes approval of the May 10, 2021 minutes.

• Special use permit for truck terminal/cartage facility in I-1 Industrial District
• Site plan for 8,000 sq ft maintenance and office building at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive
• Public hearing for the special use permit
• Neighbor concerns about noise, light, and air pollution
• Conditions include limiting truck parking to approved spaces and consolidating property PINs

The Channahon Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and voted unanimously to recommend approval of a special use permit for a truck terminal at 24261 S. Northern Illinois Drive, filed by Yazour Group Systems, LLC. The recommendation includes conditions from the staff report, plus evergreen trees and an 8-foot privacy fence. The commission also recommended approval of the associated site plan for an 8,000-square-foot maintenance and office building. The final decision will be made by the village board.

• Recommended approval of special use permit for truck terminal (all ayes)
• Recommended approval of site plan for 8,000 sq ft maintenance/office building (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of May 10, 2021 meeting (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will meet to consider several resolutions and contracts, including a resolution to declare intent to negotiate a new water commission for Lake Michigan water, a resolution to rename a portion of Tryon Street, and multiple public works contracts. The board will also consider creating a police records administrator position and leasing cameras from Flock Safety. The agenda includes routine consent items such as minutes and bill payments.

• Resolution to designate Tryon Street from U.S. Route 6 to Bluff Street as 'Jason 'Moose' Malsky Boulevard'
• Resolution extending time for Lone Star Grill drive-thru special use permit
• Creation of a Records Administrator position in Police Department
• Lease of seven cameras from Flock Safety
• Approval of bills totaling $204,074.62 and manual checks of $9,031.41

The Channahon Village Board approved the consent agenda, including bill payments totaling over $483,000, and reappointed Heather Wagonblott, David Horke, and Dan Hoppe to various boards. The board also approved a resolution designating a portion of Tryon Street as 'Jason "Moose" Malsky Boulevard', extended a special use permit for Lone Star Grill's drive-thru, created a Records Administrator position, leased seven Flock Safety cameras, and approved several public works contracts. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including bills, manual checks, and payroll (6-0)
• Reappointed Heather Wagonblott, David Horke, Dan Hoppe to boards (6-0)
• Designated Tryon Street portion as 'Jason "Moose" Malsky Boulevard' (6-0)
• Extended Lone Star Grill drive-thru special use permit six months (6-0)
• Created Records Administrator position (6-0)
• Leased seven Flock Safety cameras, not to exceed $20,000 first year, $18,000 second (6-0)
• Approved access control, water commission, traffic signal, crack fill, asphalt, sidewalk contracts (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including a resolution to designate part of Tryon Street as 'Jason 'Moose' Malsky Boulevard', extending a special use permit for a drive-thru at Lone Star Grill, a banking services contract amendment, creating a records administrator position, leasing cameras from Flock Safety, and multiple public works contracts. The meeting is a discussion session, with decisions to be made at a later board meeting.

• Resolution to designate Tryon Street from U.S. Route 6 to Bluff Street as 'Jason 'Moose' Malsky Boulevard'
• Extension of special use permit for drive-thru in C-2 district for Lone Star Grill
• Fifth Third Bank banking services contract pricing amendment
• Lease of seven cameras from Flock Safety
• Award contracts for 2021 crack fill/fog seal, asphalt preservation, and Springbrook sidewalk projects

The Committee of the Whole discussed an honorary street name designation for Tryon Street from U.S. Route 6 to Bluff Street as 'Jason "Moose" Malsky Boulevard' in honor of a late Village employee. The board also discussed extending a special use permit for Lone Star Grill's drive-thru, a banking services contract amendment with Fifth Third Bank, creating a police Records Administrator position, leasing Flock Safety cameras, and several public works contracts. No formal votes were taken; these were discussion items only.

• Discussed honorary street naming for Jason 'Moose' Malsky Boulevard on Tryon Street
• Discussed extending Lone Star Grill drive-thru special use permit by six months
• Directed Finance Director to seek six-month Fifth Third Bank extension, then RFP
• Discussed creating police Records Administrator position
• Discussed leasing seven Flock Safety cameras for $19,250 first year, $17,500 second year
• Discussed LaForce proposal for access control/alarm contract within $50,000 budget
• Discussed resolution declaring intent to negotiate Lake Michigan water commission with Joliet
• Discussed awarding crack fill/fog seal, asphalt preservation, and sidewalk contracts

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Committee of the Whole will discuss several purchases, including a 2021 Ram 1500 pickup for EMA and a 2022 International dump truck and belt truck for Public Works. They will also review a final plat for Whispering Oaks Unit 2, an ordinance updating the official zoning map, and an ordinance amending the water code. A presentation on an alternate water source is also scheduled.

• Purchase of 2021 Ram 1500 4x4 Crew Cab pickup truck for EMA and Deputy Liquor Commissioner duties
• Purchase of one APX6500 mobile radio and two APX6000 portable radios for EMA
• Agreement with Wight & Company for a Facility Needs Analysis
• Final Plat of Subdivision for Whispering Oaks, Unit 2
• Ordinance amending water code (1st read)

The Committee of the Whole met for discussion only; no formal votes were taken. Items discussed included purchasing a 2021 Ram 1500 for EMA duties, new radios, a facility needs analysis with Wight & Company, a final plat for Whispering Oaks Unit 2, and a water ordinance amendment. Public comment raised concerns about zoning on Route 6 and McDonald.

• Discussed purchase of 2021 Ram 1500 for EMA (no vote)
• Discussed purchase of APX radios for EMA (no vote)
• Discussed Wight & Company facility needs analysis (no vote)
• Discussed Whispering Oaks Unit 2 final plat (no vote)
• Discussed water ordinance amendment (no vote)
• Discussed 2022 dump truck purchase (no vote)
• Discussed 2022 belt truck purchase (no vote)
• Discussed alternate water source study (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider routine approvals including payments, purchases, and a zoning map ordinance. They will also discuss a facility needs analysis and an alternative water source.

• Approve bills list of May 17, 2021 for $546,356.59
• Purchase 2021 Ram 1500 pickup truck for EMA
• Purchase 2022 International dump truck and belt truck
• Final plat for Whispering Oaks, Unit 2 subdivision
• Ordinance approving official zoning map (1st read)

The Channahon Village Board approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling over $708,000, and several purchases: a 2021 Ram 1500 pickup for EMA, APX radios for EMA, a 2022 International dump truck, and a 2022 International belt truck. They also approved the final plat for Whispering Oaks Unit 2, an ordinance for the official zoning map, acceptance of public improvements for Blackberry Apartments, and a water ordinance amendment. The agreement with Wight & Company for a facility needs analysis was tabled to June 7.

• Approved consent agenda including bills, payroll, and IDOT agreement (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 2021 Ram 1500 pickup for EMA (6-0)
• Approved purchase of APX6500 mobile and two APX6000 portable radios for EMA (6-0)
• Tabled agreement with Wight & Company for facility needs analysis
• Approved final plat of subdivision for Whispering Oaks Unit 2 (6-0)
• Approved ordinance for official zoning map, waived second read (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of public improvements for Blackberry Apartments (6-0)
• Approved water ordinance amendment, waived second read (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and make a recommendation on the final plat for Whispering Oaks Unit 2, a 14-lot single-family subdivision, and consider the annual adoption of the 2021 Official Zoning Map. The agenda also includes approval of the April 12, 2021 minutes and public comment.

• Final plat for Whispering Oaks Unit 2 (14 single-family lots, 7.49 acres, south of Old Kerry Grove)
• Annual adoption of the 2021 Official Zoning Map
• Approval of minutes from April 12, 2021 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Final Plat of Subdivision for Whispering Oaks Unit 2, subject to staff review and approval of final engineering. They also recommended approval of the 2021 Official Zoning Map annual adoption, which corrects the map based on previously unadded ordinances. Both motions passed unanimously with all present commissioners voting in favor.

• Recommended approval of Whispering Oaks Unit 2 final plat (all ayes)
• Recommended approval of 2021 Official Zoning Map annual adoption (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of April 12, 2021 meeting (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider final approval of an annexation agreement and rezoning for the Creekside Estates property, which includes a planned residential duplex development. The board will also vote on several contracts and purchases, including new police vehicles, road patching, and engineering services. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes and payments totaling over $900,000.

• Public hearing and ordinances for annexation agreement with Expert Electrical Contractors, Inc. for Creekside Estates
• Ordinance rezoning Creekside Estates to R-3 and approving special use permit for duplex PUD
• Approval of preliminary and final plats for Creekside Estates subdivision
• Approval of payments: bills list $352,807.24, manual checks $421,543.85, payroll $130,776.71
• Authorization to order three 2021 Dodge Durango police vehicles

The Board approved the annexation agreement, annexation ordinance, rezoning to R-3, special use permit for a Planned Unit Development, and preliminary and final plats for Creekside Estates, a 112-duplex development on 56 lots. The annexation agreement was approved with a 4-2 vote, with Trustees McMillin and Perinar dissenting. The Board also approved a TIF redevelopment plan, a site access agreement, and several other items.

• Approved annexation agreement with Expert Electrical Contractors for Creekside Estates (4-2)
• Approved ordinance annexing Creekside Estates property (6-1)
• Approved ordinance establishing Special Service Area for Creekside Estates (4-2)
• Approved rezoning to R-3 and special use permit for PUD (5-1)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Creekside Estates (5-1)
• Approved TIF redevelopment plan for Tryon Street/US Rt. 6 (6-0)
• Approved site access agreement for Ivo's Property (6-0)
• Approved purchase of three 2021 Dodge Durango vehicles, not to exceed $104,500 (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Committee of the Whole will discuss several ordinances related to the Creekside Estates property, including annexation, rezoning for a residential duplex development, and a special service area. They will also review a TIF redevelopment plan, a site access agreement, and various other items such as police vehicle purchases, public works contracts, and a temporary use permit.

• Annexation agreement and ordinance for Expert Electrical Contractors (Creekside Estates)
• Rezoning to R-3 and special use permit for duplex development (Creekside Estates)
• TIF redevelopment plan proposal for Tryon Street/US Rt. 6
• Purchase of three 2021 Dodge Durango vehicles for police
• Contracts for Phase I environmental services for new wastewater treatment plant

The Committee of the Whole meeting was largely discussion-oriented, with no formal votes taken. Items discussed included annexation agreements for Creekside Estates, a TIF redevelopment plan for Tryon Street/US Rt. 6, a site access agreement for Ivo's Property, a temporary use permit for a carnival by Families of Faith Ministries, and the purchase of three police vehicles. Board direction was given to continue the 50/50 Tree Replacement Program and to require Families of Faith to confirm water meter needs by May 10.

• Discussed annexation agreement and annexation ordinance for Creekside Estates (2nd read)
• Discussed TIF redevelopment plan for Tryon Street/US Rt. 6 (2nd read)
• Discussed site access agreement for 23813 and 23819 W. Eames Street (Ivo's Property)
• Discussed rezoning and special use permit for Creekside Estates (1st read)
• Discussed temporary use permit for Families of Faith Ministries carnival
• Discussed purchase of three 2021 Dodge Durango vehicles (cost not to exceed $104,500)
• Board direction: continue 50/50 Tree Replacement Program
• Board direction: Families of Faith must notify Village by May 10 if water meter needed

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Channahon Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, discussing police officer and sergeant testing, and addressing the resignation of Christopher Smith. They will also elect a Chairman and Secretary. No citizen complaints or bills are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2021 special meeting
• Discussion of sergeant testing and police officer eligibility testing
• Resignation of Christopher Smith
• Election of Chairman and Secretary
• Correspondence: IFPCA Spring Seminar Registration (March 13, 2021)

The Channahon Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the previous meeting minutes and re-elected its current officers (Hoppe as Chairman, Lentz as Secretary, Duffy as Commissioner) with a 2-0-1 vote. The board discussed but took no action on proposed updates to its Rules and Regulations, and noted the resignation of Officer Christopher Smith, which Chief Casey said was unrelated to his minority status. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 24, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Re-elected Hoppe as Chairman, Lentz as Secretary, Duffy as Commissioner (2-0-1)
• Took no action on proposed Rules and Regulations updates
• Noted resignation of Officer Christopher Smith

Board of Trustees

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an annexation agreement for Creekside Estates Property and the adoption of the 2021-2022 annual budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding rezoning for residential duplex development and a TIF redevelopment plan proposal.

• Annexation agreement with Expert Electrical Contractors, Inc. (Creekside Estates Property)
• Adoption of the Village of Channahon Annual Budget for fiscal year 2021-2022
• Rezoning property to R-3 district for residential duplex development at Creekside Estates
• TIF Redevelopment Plan Proposal for Tryon Street/US Rt. 6 TIF District
• Ordinance amending penalties for possession of drug paraphernalia

The Committee of the Whole discussed, but did not vote on, several items. These included a proposed annexation agreement for the 112-unit Creekside Estates duplex development, a proposed TIF district for the Tryon Street/US Rt. 6 area, and the FY 2021-22 budget. The board also discussed extending a special use permit for GSM Management and an alternative water source study. No formal decisions were made at this meeting.

• Discussed annexation agreement for Creekside Estates (112 duplex units on 56 lots)
• Discussed establishment of a Special Service Area for Creekside Estates
• Discussed TIF redevelopment plan proposal for Tryon Street/US Rt. 6
• Discussed rezoning to R-3 and PUD for Creekside Estates
• Discussed one-year extension of truck terminal SUP for GSM Management
• Discussed FY 2021-22 budget with balanced General Fund
• Discussed ordinance clarifying drug paraphernalia penalties
• Discussed $750,000 Motor Fuel Tax road improvement resolution

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider several items, including annexation and rezoning of the Creekside Estates property, a proposed TIF district for Tryon Street/US Rt. 6, and the annual budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. The board will also discuss monthly reports and consider appointments and proclamations.

• Annexation agreement and annexation ordinance for Expert Electrical Contractors, Inc. (Creekside Estates Property)
• Ordinance rezoning Creekside Estates to R-3 and approving a special use permit for duplex development
• Approval of TIF Redevelopment Plan for Tryon Street/US Rt. 6 TIF District
• Adoption of annual budget for FY 2021-2022 (May 1, 2021 – April 30, 2022)
• Payment of bills totaling $344,107.29 and payroll expenses of $128,005.87

The Board of Trustees approved the FY2021-2022 annual budget, appointed Storino, Ramello & Durkin as special legal counsel for labor contracts, and extended a special use permit for a truck terminal. Several annexation and rezoning items for Creekside Estates were left as first reads for the next meeting.

• Approved FY2021-2022 annual budget (unanimous)
• Appointed Storino, Ramello & Durkin as special legal counsel (5-1, Host opposed)
• Approved six-month extension for GSM Management truck terminal special use permit (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including payments totaling $473,700.28 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance clarifying drug paraphernalia penalty, waiving second read (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for improvement under Illinois Highway Code (unanimous)
• Left Creekside Estates annexation, rezoning, and plat items as first reads
• Tabled TIF redevelopment plan for Tryon Street/US Rt. 6 until May 3

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make recommendations on the Creekside Estates subdivision, which proposes 112 duplex homes on 56 lots across about 33 acres west of Bell Road and north of Route 6/West Eames Street. The applicant, EEC IL, Inc., seeks annexation, rezoning to R-3 Multi-Family Residence District, a Special Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development, and preliminary and final plat approvals. The commission will also review minutes from the prior meeting and take public comment.

• Public hearing and review of rezoning to R-3 Multi-Family Residence District for Creekside Estates (112 duplex homes, 56 lots, ~33 acres)
• Special Use Permit for Planned Unit Development for Creekside Estates
• Preliminary Plat of Subdivision for Creekside Estates
• Final Plat of Subdivision for Creekside Estates Unit 1
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2021 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and voted unanimously to recommend approval of the Creekside Estates Subdivision, including a zoning change from County Agricultural District to R-3 Multi-Family Residence District, a Special Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development, and preliminary and final plats. The project proposes 112 duplex homes on 56 lots on about 33 acres west of Bell Road, north of Route 6/West Eames Street. The recommendation will go to the Village Board for final action.

• Approved minutes of March 8, 2021 (all ayes)
• Opened public hearing for Creekside Estates (all ayes)
• Closed public hearing (all ayes)
• Recommended zoning change to R-3 Multi-Family Residence District (all ayes)
• Recommended Special Use Permit for PUD (all ayes)
• Recommended Preliminary Plat of Subdivision (all ayes)
• Recommended Final Plat of Subdivision Unit 1 (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Village of Channahon Board of Trustees will discuss adopting the annual budget for fiscal year 2021-2022 and a special ordinance authorizing private activity bonding. The meeting also covers a temporary suspension of fee increases for business licenses and coin-operated devices. Public Works items include the release of a completion guarantee for the DOKA Expanded Storage Yard and the acceptance of a proposal for a Risk and Resilience Assessment.

• Adoption of the Village of Channahon Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
• Special Ordinance Authorizing the Ceding of Private Activity Bonding Authority
• Ordinance Temporarily Suspending the Fee Increase for Coin-Operated Devices and Business Licenses
• Release of Improvement Completion Guarantee for DOKA Expanded Storage Yard
• Acceptance of Strand Associates proposal for Risk and Resilience Assessment and Emergency Response Plan

The Committee of the Whole discussed but did not vote on several items, including a temporary suspension of fee increases for coin-operated devices and business licenses, and an ordinance to cede private activity bonding authority to the Will Kankakee Regional Development Authority. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only.

• Discussed ordinance to suspend fee increases for coin-operated devices and business licenses (no vote)
• Discussed ordinance to cede private activity bonding authority to WKRDA (no vote)
• Discussed FY 2021-2022 budget adoption (no vote)
• Discussed release of improvement completion guarantee for DOKA Expanded Storage Yard (no vote)
• Discussed acceptance of Strand Associates proposal for Risk and Resilience Assessment (no vote)
• Discussed resolution to accept utility easement at St. Elizabeth and St. James Drives (no vote)
• Discussed hiring of two laborer positions (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and consider an ordinance to adopt it. The board will also vote on routine consent agenda items, including bill payments and meeting minutes, and consider several other ordinances and resolutions.

• Public hearing on FY2021-2022 proposed budget
• Ordinance adopting FY2021-2022 annual budget (May 1, 2021 - April 30, 2022)
• Approve payment of bills list for $280,211.80
• Ordinance temporarily suspending fee increase for coin-operated devices and business licenses
• Acceptance of Strand Associates proposal for Risk and Resilience Assessment and Emergency Response Plan

The Channahon Village Board held a public hearing and gave first-read approval to the FY2021-22 budget ordinance, which includes two new police positions, a 3% salary increase for non-union and union employees, and $1.3 million for road maintenance. The board also approved several other items, including a consent agenda, an ordinance ceding private activity bonding authority, and a temporary suspension of fee increases for coin-operated devices and business licenses. The final budget ordinance will be considered for approval at the April 19 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including bills ($280,211.80), manual checks ($9,876.27), and payroll ($132,734.31) (6-0)
• Approved ordinance ceding private activity bonding authority (5-1, Host opposed)
• Approved ordinance temporarily suspending fee increase for coin-operated devices and business licenses (6-0)
• Gave first-read approval to FY2021-22 budget ordinance; final vote set for April 19
• Approved DOKA storage yard guarantee release, Strand Associates proposal, and utility/drainage easement (6-0)
• Approved hiring two laborer positions at $48,178 each (6-0)
• Directed staff to place order for three squad cars
• Held executive session on purchase/lease of real estate; no action reported

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Village Board is holding a special budget workshop meeting to discuss the proposed 2021-2022 budget. The agenda includes public comment and a discussion of the budget, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion of 2021-2022 proposed budget
• Public comment period
• Special meeting held at Village Hall, 24555 S. Navajo Drive

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to review the proposed fiscal year 2022 budget, which was presented by Finance Director Heather Wagonblott as balanced. The budget includes new police staffing, a 3% salary increase for all employees, and numerous capital projects. No formal votes were taken on the budget; the meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Reviewed proposed FY2022 balanced budget (no vote)
• Adjourned special meeting at 11:20 a.m. (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider several ordinances and approvals, including eliminating the pilot program for backyard chickens, rezoning properties on McKinley Woods Road and Terrapin Court, and granting a special use permit for a truck terminal. They will also approve routine payments and discuss monthly reports from various departments.

• Ordinance to eliminate 18-month pilot program for backyard chickens
• Rezoning to RE-1 on McKinley Woods Road (east side)
• Rezoning to RE-2 on Terrapin Court
• Special use permit for truck terminal at 24236 S. Northern Illinois Drive (PIN #04-10-09-207-009-1003)
• Payments totaling $569,053.50 (bills), $1,584.06 (manual checks), $134,077.44 (payroll)

The Channahon Village Board approved an ordinance ending the backyard chicken pilot program and making the code permanent, over two dissenting votes. The board also approved two property rezoning ordinances, a special use permit for a truck terminal for Litas Properties, and the final plat for Crossroads 55 Unit 2. All consent agenda items, including bill payments totaling over $700,000, were approved. The board also approved public works items including truck repairs and acceptance of water service improvements.

• Approved consent agenda including bills of $569,053.50, manual checks of $1,584.06, and payroll of $134,077.44
• Approved ordinance eliminating backyard chicken pilot program and implementing code provisions permanently (2 nays)
• Approved rezoning of property on McKinley Woods Road to RE-1 and Terrapin Court to RE-2 with variances
• Approved special use permit for Litas Properties truck terminal at 24236 S. Northern Illinois Drive (1 nay)
• Approved final plat of subdivision for Crossroads 55 Unit 2 pending staff engineering approval
• Approved repairs to Public Works Truck 43, acceptance of Ozinga Water Service and Casey's Watermain improvements, and creation of standard engineering drawings
• Held executive session for purchase or lease of real estate; no action reported

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Committee of the Whole is discussing several ordinances and items, including eliminating the 18-month pilot program for backyard chickens, two rezoning requests, a special use permit for a truck terminal, and a final plat for a subdivision. They will also discuss public works items such as truck repairs and water service improvements. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session on real estate.

• Ordinance to eliminate backyard chicken pilot program and implement code provisions
• Rezoning to RE-1 on McKinley Woods Road (east side) with accessory structure setback variances
• Rezoning to RE-2 on Terrapin Court with side yard setback variance
• Special use permit for Litas Properties, LLC truck terminal at 24236 S. Northern Illinois Drive (PIN #04-10-09-207-009-1003)
• Final plat of subdivision for Crossroads 55 Unit 2

The Committee of the Whole discussed but did not vote on several items, including making the backyard chicken pilot program permanent, rezoning properties on McKinley Woods Road and Terrapin Court, and a special use permit for a truck terminal. No formal decisions were made; all items were for discussion only.

• Discussed ordinance to eliminate 18-month pilot program and make backyard chicken provisions permanent (no vote)
• Discussed rezoning 14 lots on McKinley Woods Road to RE-1 with accessory structure variances (no vote)
• Discussed rezoning 5 lots on Terrapin Court to RE-2 with a variance for 23110 S. Terrapin Court (no vote)
• Discussed special use permit for Litas Properties, LLC truck terminal at 24236 S. Northern Illinois Drive (no vote)
• Discussed final plat of subdivision for Crossroads 55 Unit 2 (no vote)
• Discussed repairs to Public Works Truck 43 with quote of $23,108.02 (no vote)
• Discussed accepting public improvements and releasing improvement completion guarantees for Ozinga Water Service and Casey's Watermain (no vote)
• Discussed creating standard engineering drawings (no vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Village of Channahon is proposing to rezone 14 lots along the east side of McKinley Woods Road from R-1 to RE-1. The change aims to allow detached accessory structures, such as garages, which are currently prohibited in the R-1 district.

• Rezoning of 14 lots from R-1 to RE-1 along S McKinley Woods Road
• Variance requests for side yard setbacks on accessory structures at 6 properties
• Rezoning of Terrapin Court properties from R-1/R-2 to RE-2
• Public hearing for a Special Use Permit for a truck terminal at 24236 S Northern Illinois Drive
• Review of Crossroads 55 Unit 2 final subdivision plat

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended rezoning 14 properties on McKinley Woods Road from R-1 to RE-1, with variances for existing accessory structures, and recommended rezoning five properties on Terrapin Court to RE-2 with a variance. It also recommended approval of a special use permit for a truck terminal at Tee Pee Enterprises and approved the final plat for Crossroads 55 Unit 2. All recommendations are subject to Village Board approval.

• Recommended rezoning to RE-1 for 14 McKinley Woods Road properties (3-1, Sullivan nay)
• Approved variances for existing accessory structures on McKinley Woods Road, subject to RE-1 approval (all ayes)
• Recommended rezoning to RE-2 for 5 Terrapin Court properties (all ayes)
• Approved variance for dwelling at 23110 S Terrapin Court, subject to RE-2 approval (all ayes)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for truck terminal at 24236 S Northern Illinois Drive (3-1, Gray abstained)
• Recommended approval of final plat for Crossroads 55 Unit 2 (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed ordinance to purchase 45.068 acres in Aux Sable Township, as well as a potential ordinance allowing backyard chickens. They will also review public works items including the 2021 paving project, storm sewer cleaning, and water connection charges for Dove Drive properties. No formal items are listed for community development, finance, or police departments.

• Discussion of ordinance authorizing purchase of 45.068 acres in Sections 19 and 20, Aux Sable Township
• Discussion of backyard chicken ordinance
• Discussion of 2021 Public Works paving project engineering and surveying services
• Discussion of storm sewer cleaning at Public Works facility
• Discussion of water connection charge and payment agreement for Dove Drive properties

The Committee of the Whole discussed, but did not vote on, several items. They discussed authorizing the purchase of 45.068 acres in Aux Sable Township for a future wastewater treatment facility, making backyard chicken keeping permanent, approving a $23,800 paving engineering proposal, a $18,219 storm sewer cleaning proposal, and a water connection payment plan for Dove Drive properties. No formal votes were taken at this committee meeting.

• Discussed ordinance to purchase 45.068 acres for a future wastewater treatment facility; no vote taken.
• Discussed making backyard chicken keeping permanent in R-1, R-2, RE-1, RE-2 districts; no vote taken.
• Discussed $23,800 proposal from Baxter & Woodman for 2021 paving project engineering; no vote taken.
• Discussed $18,219 Brieser Construction proposal for storm sewer cleaning at Public Works garage; no vote taken.
• Discussed a 60-month payment plan for water connection fees for Dove Drive properties; no vote taken.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider approving the purchase of a 45.068-acre property in Aux Sable Township and an ordinance regarding backyard chickens. The board will also vote on routine consent items, including payments totaling over $650,000, and discuss a water connection lien agreement for Dove Drive properties.

• Ordinance authorizing purchase of 45.068 acres in Sections 19 and 20, Aux Sable Township, Grundy County (2nd reading)
• Consider approval of backyard chickens ordinance
• Approve bills list of March 1, 2021 for $509,991.71
• Approve manual checks for $6,938.98 and net payroll for $137,632.65
• Resolution for water connection and lien agreement for properties along Dove Drive

The Board approved the purchase of 45.068 acres in Aux Sable Township, Grundy County, Illinois, via a real estate sale contract ordinance. They also approved the consent agenda, including bill payments totaling $509,991.71, and several public works items. Direction was given to draft a backyard chickens ordinance.

• Approved ordinance authorizing real estate sale contract for 45.068 acres in Aux Sable Township (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $509,991.71 in bills, $6,938.98 manual checks, and $137,632.65 payroll (6-0)
• Approved 2021 Public Works Paving Project engineering & surveying services (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved cleaning of storm sewers at Public Works Facility (6-0)
• Approved water connection and lien agreement for Dove Drive property owners (6-0)
• Directed staff to draft a backyard chickens ordinance

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Channahon Board of Fire and Police Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss old business including sergeant testing and commission rules, as well as new business such as officer updates and the police officer eligibility list. The meeting will also consider approval of minutes from the November 18, 2020 special meeting. No citizen complaints or bills are listed.

• Sergeant testing discussion
• Rules and regulations of the Fire and Police Commission
• Police officer eligibility list
• Officer updates
• Correspondence: IFPCA Spring Seminar email dated February 3, 2021

The Channahon Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting on February 24, 2021, approving the minutes from the November 18, 2020 special meeting. The board agreed to receive minutes in advance for future meetings. An update to the Commission's Rules and Regulations was deferred to the April meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved minutes from November 18, 2020 special meeting (3-0)
• Agreed to provide minutes in advance of future meetings
• Deferred Rules and Regulations update to April meeting

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will discuss several items, including a landscape maintenance agreement with Celtic Landscaping, a special ordinance on bonding authority, a resolution to extend a special use permit for a Casey's General Store car wash, and zoning changes for fences. They will also consider extending audit services and approving a change order for the police parking lot expansion. No formal police items are listed.

• Landscape Maintenance Agreement with Celtic Landscaping, LLC
• Special Ordinance ceding private activity bonding authority (first read)
• Resolution extending special use permit for Casey's General Store car wash
• Ordinance amending zoning regulations on fences in Channahon Proper Overlay District (first read)
• Extension of audit services for fiscal years 2022-2026

The Channahon Village Board Committee of the Whole met on February 15, 2021, for discussion items only; no formal votes were taken. Staff presented a landscape maintenance agreement with Celtic Landscaping, LLC, an ordinance to cede private activity bonding authority to the Will Kankakee Regional Development Authority, a resolution to extend a special use permit for a Casey's General Store car wash, a zoning text amendment regarding fences, an audit services extension proposal, an IDOT maintenance resolution, and a change order for the police parking lot project. The board also heard public comment about fire hydrants buried in snow.

• Discussed landscape maintenance agreement with Celtic Landscaping, LLC (no vote)
• Discussed ordinance ceding $1,439,460 private activity bonding authority to WKRDA (no vote)
• Discussed resolution extending special use permit for Casey's car wash by one year (no vote)
• Discussed zoning text amendment on fences; PZC recommended approval 5-0 (no board vote)
• Discussed audit services extension proposal from Miller Cooper & Co. (no vote)
• Discussed IDOT maintenance resolution (no vote)
• Discussed change order reducing police parking lot contract by $4,262.34 (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will vote on routine consent items including bill payments and minutes, and consider several action items: a landscape maintenance agreement with Celtic Landscaping, a resolution extending a special use permit for Casey's car wash, an ordinance amending fence regulations in the Channahon Proper Overlay Zoning District, an audit services extension with Miller Cooper & Co., an IDOT maintenance resolution, and a change order for the 2020 Police Parking Lot Expansion. They will also discuss monthly reports and a year-end report.

• Approve bills list of $450,328.06 and manual checks of $2,058.87
• Approve net payroll of $144,586.19 for period ending Feb 7, 2021
• Landscape maintenance agreement with Celtic Landscaping, LLC
• Resolution extending special use permit for Casey's General Store car wash
• Ordinance amending fence regulations in Channahon Proper Overlay Zoning District

The Channahon Village Board approved the consent agenda including bill payments totaling $450,328.06, a landscape maintenance agreement with Celtic Landscaping, a resolution extending a special use permit for Casey's car wash, a zoning ordinance amending fence regulations, an audit services extension with Miller Cooper, and an IDOT maintenance resolution plus a police parking lot change order. A special ordinance on private activity bonding authority was tabled for the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including bills ($450,328.06), manual checks ($2,058.87), and payroll ($144,586.19) (6-0)
• Approved landscape maintenance agreement with Celtic Landscaping, LLC (5-1, McMillin nay)
• Approved resolution extending time to implement special use permit for Casey's General Store car wash (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending fence regulations in Channahon Proper Overlay District (6-0)
• Approved extension of audit services with Miller Cooper & Co. Ltd. for FY2022-2026 (6-0)
• Approved IDOT maintenance resolution and 2020 Police Parking Lot Expansion Change Order 1 (6-0)
• Tabled special ordinance ceding private activity bonding authority (no vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a text amendment to the Village Zoning Regulations. The amendment would add fences to the list of variable zoning regulations and allow up to 6-foot fences on certain corner lots in the Channahon Proper Overlay District. The commission will also review and recommend on the same amendment, and consider approval of the January 11, 2021 minutes.

• Public hearing on text amendment to Section 156.081 (CP Overlay District) and Section 156.197 (Variations) regarding fences
• Proposed amendment would allow fences up to 6 feet on rear-to-rear corner lots in CP Overlay District
• Adding fences to the list of variable zoning regulations in Section 156.197
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2021 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended a text amendment to Village Zoning Regulations Sections 156.081 and 156.197 to regulate fences in the Channahon Proper Overlay District and include fences as a variable zoning regulation. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussed only.

• Approved minutes of January 11, 2021 (all ayes)
• Opened public hearing on fence text amendment (all ayes)
• Closed public hearing on fence text amendment (all ayes)
• Recommended text amendment to Sections 156.081 and 156.197 (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will meet to approve routine consent agenda items, including payments totaling about $721,000, and discuss the December 2020 finance treasurer's report. The board will also consider participation in the Grundy County Pro-Active Unit and a change order for the wastewater treatment plant expansion. The meeting is held under COVID-19 Phase 4 social distancing requirements.

• Approve payment of bills list for $579,870.63
• Approve payment of manual checks for $6,474.08
• Approve net payroll expenses for $134,719.07
• Consider participation in Grundy County Pro-Active Unit
• Consider Change Order 4 to Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 2 Expansion Contract

The Channahon Village Board approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling $721,064.28, approved participation in the Grundy County Pro-Active Unit, and approved Change Order 4 to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 2 Expansion Contract. All votes were unanimous. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussion only.

• Approved consent agenda including bills, manual checks, and payroll (6-0)
• Approved participation in Grundy County Pro-Active Unit (6-0)
• Approved Change Order 4 to Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 2 Expansion Contract (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss two items: potential participation in the Grundy County Pro-Active Unit and Change Order 4 for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 2 Expansion contract. No formal action is scheduled; items may be continued to the Board meeting if not fully discussed.

• Discussion — Participation in the Grundy County Pro-Active Unit
• Discussion — Change Order 4 to Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 2 Expansion Contract
• Letter from Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will discuss an ordinance to purchase 45.068 acres in Aux Sable Township, a site plan amendment for Crase Auto, and release of an improvement guarantee for Crossroads Building B. Public attendance is discouraged due to COVID-19; comments can be submitted by phone or email.

• Discussion of ordinance authorizing purchase of 45.068 acres in Sections 19 and 20, Aux Sable Township
• Discussion of site plan amendment for Crase Auto portico/canopy building addition
• Discussion of mass grading plans for Crossroads Building B (Venture One) and release of improvement completion guarantee
• Executive session on purchase or lease of real estate
• Public comment via phone (657-845-2494, PIN 546125318) or email ([email protected])

The Board discussed a proposed real estate sales contract to purchase 45.068 acres in Aux Sable Township for a future wastewater treatment facility, with a refundable earnest money deposit and a 365-day due diligence period. No formal action was taken; the item was only discussed. The Board also discussed a site plan amendment for Crase Auto Connection, which the PZC recommended for approval by a 5-0 vote, but no vote was taken. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Discussed ordinance authorizing purchase of 45.068 acres for wastewater facility (no vote)
• Discussed site plan amendment for Crase Auto portico addition (PZC recommended 5-0, no board vote)
• Discussed release of $100,000 improvement completion guarantee for Crossroads Building B (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider approving the purchase of 45.068 acres in Aux Sable Township, Grundy County, and will review several routine items including bill payments and monthly reports. Public attendance is discouraged due to COVID-19, with remote participation options available.

• Ordinance authorizing real estate sales contract for 45.068 acres in Sections 19 and 20, Aux Sable Township
• Payment of bills list for $324,860.04
• Payment of manual checks for $1,657.85
• Payment of net payroll for $148,100.07
• Amendment to site plan for Crase Auto (portico/canopy building addition)

The Channahon Village Board approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling $474,618.96, and unanimously approved an amendment to the site plan for Crase Auto's portico/canopy addition and the mass grading plans for Crossroads Building B (Venture One), releasing the improvement completion guarantee. An ordinance for the purchase of 45.068 acres in Aux Sable Township was left as a first read for a future vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including bills, manual checks, and payroll (6-0)
• Approved amendment to site plan for Crase Auto portico/canopy addition (6-0)
• Approved mass grading plans for Crossroads Building B and release of improvement guarantee (6-0)
• Left ordinance for purchase of 45.068 acres as first read, pending future vote

Tree Board

The Channahon Tree Board is meeting to discuss new business, including a memorial tree walk with tree tags and a tree inspection protocol. They will also set all 2021 meeting dates. The agenda is otherwise routine, with call to order, roll call, minutes approval, and public comments.

• Discussion of memorial tree walk and tree tags
• Discussion of tree inspection protocol
• Setting all 2021 meeting dates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a site plan amendment for Crase Auto Connection at 25355 W. Eames Street. The request allows for the construction of a 40.66-foot by 19.33-foot covered portico adjacent to the building entrance and car wash bay. Staff notes the change is architectural, does not alter parking or drive aisles, and requires only a building permit. The Commission will make a recommendation to the Village Board.

• Site plan amendment for Crase Auto Connection at 25355 W. Eames Street
• Construction of a 40.66' x 19.33' portico addition
• Relocation of one accessible parking space to Tryon Street
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2020

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the December 14, 2020 meeting and recommended approval of a site plan amendment for a portico addition at Crase Auto Connection, 25355 W. Eames Street. The recommendation was made unanimously and will go to the Village Board for final action.

• Approved minutes of December 14, 2020 (all ayes)
• Recommended site plan amendment for Crase Auto Connection portico addition (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees is holding a Committee of the Whole meeting with several discussion items, including a Moody's financial review, a police officer promotion, and the purchase of 14 Motorola radios. The board will also consider releasing improvement and maintenance guarantees for Town Center projects. Public attendance is discouraged due to COVID-19, but comments can be submitted by phone or email.

• Discussion of Moody's review and report
• Promotion of officer to rank of sergeant
• Purchase of 14 Motorola APX4500 Enhanced StarCom Mobile Radios
• Release of improvement completion guarantee for Town Center Unit 4
• Release of maintenance guarantees for Town Center Unit 3 and St. Elizabeth Residences

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but took no formal votes. Staff reported Moody's reaffirmed the Village's Aa2 bond rating, and the Police Commission recommended promoting Officer Paul Potts to Sergeant. Public Works discussed releasing construction and maintenance guarantees for Town Center developments. All items were discussion-only, with formal action expected at a later meeting.

• Discussed promotion of Officer Paul Potts to Sergeant (no vote taken)
• Discussed purchase of 14 Motorola APX4500 radios (no vote taken)
• Discussed release of $2,301,642.00 improvement completion guarantee for Town Center Unit 4 (no vote taken)
• Discussed release of $263,681.00 maintenance guarantee for Town Center Unit 3 and St. Elizabeth Residences (no vote taken)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will meet to consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of bills and payroll totaling over $585,000, and several police and public works items. The meeting will be held with COVID-19 restrictions, allowing public comment by phone or email.

• Approve payment of bills list for $294,559.24
• Approve payment of manual checks for $2,023.10
• Approve net payroll expenses for two periods: $140,495.29 and $148,394.56
• Consider promotion of officer to rank of sergeant
• Consider purchase of 14 Motorola APX4500 radios

The Channahon Village Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes and payments totaling $585,412.17. It also approved the promotion of Officer Paul Potts to Sergeant, the purchase of 14 Motorola APX4500 radios for up to $67,000, and the release of improvement and maintenance guarantees for Town Center units and St. Elizabeth Residences. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and payments totaling $585,412.17 (6-0)
• Approved promotion of Officer Paul Potts to Sergeant (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 14 Motorola APX4500 radios not to exceed $67,000 (6-0)
• Approved release of improvement completion guarantee for Town Center Unit 4 (6-0)
• Approved release of maintenance guarantees for Town Center Unit 3 and St. Elizabeth Residences (6-0)