Channahon public meetings in 2022
29 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Trustees
The board discussed shifting budget funds to hire an Accounting Clerk instead of an Assistant Finance Director and reviewed CD investment options. No formal votes were taken on these items during the session. The board entered and exited executive session to discuss personnel and real estate.
- Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel and real estate matters (6-0)
- Approved motion to close executive session (6-0)
Board of Trustees
The Board approved a consent agenda including several large payments and a personnel transfer. They also authorized advertising for a new accounting clerk and approved a task order for NPDES permit requirements.
- Approved payment of manual checks for $10,514,247.48 (6-0)
- Approved payment of bills list for $260,279.34 (6-0)
- Approved net payroll expenses for $140,789.25 (6-0)
- Approved MAP Union Contract retro payments for $37,387.55 (6-0)
- Approved transferring Public Works Office Assistant Bette to Police Records Clerk (6-0)
- Approved authority to advertise for Accounting Clerk position (6-0)
- Approved Strand Task Order 22-08 regarding NPDES Permit Requirements (6-0)
Board of Trustees
The Committee of the Whole discussed a new four-year collective bargaining agreement for police and an ordinance to align winery and microbrewery liquor licenses with state law. The board also reviewed a facility needs assessment and a paratransit service agreement. No final votes on these ordinances were recorded in this meeting.
- Opened Executive Session for employee personnel matters (6-0)
- Closed Executive Session for employee personnel matters (6-0)
Board of Trustees
The Board approved a total proposed tax levy of $3,172,000, reducing the tax rate from .6494 to .6348. Other key actions included hiring an Assistant Public Works Director and approving a police collective bargaining agreement.
- Approved 2022 tax levy of $3,172,000 (6-0)
- Approved hiring Kevin Fricke as Assistant Public Works Director at $105,000 salary (6-0)
- Approved collective bargaining agreement with Metropolitan Alliance of Police, Channahon Chapter #45 (6-0)
- Approved $1,041,250.06 bills list, $24,433.30 in manual checks, and $140,996.70 in payroll (6-0)
- Approved FGM Architects Inc. Village Facility Space and Programming Needs Assessment (6-0)
- Approved 2023 PACE Paratransit Local Share Agreement (6-0)
- Approved ordinance amending alcohol sales at wineries, microbreweries, and distilleries (6-0)
- Approved membership in Greater Will County Emergency Services Mutual Aid Association (6-0)
Board of Trustees
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a special use permit and site plan for a 2,208 square foot Dairy Queen. The board also discussed the 2022 tax levy and the potential creation of two new patrol officer positions.
- PZC recommended approval of Special Use Permit for Dairy Queen drive-thru (5-0)
- PZC recommended approval of Dairy Queen site plan subject to staff review and specific conditions (5-0)
Board of Trustees
The Board approved a special use permit and site plan for a Dairy Queen drive-thru on W. Eames Street. Additionally, the Board authorized the creation of two patrol officer positions and approved repairs for the wastewater treatment plant step screen.
- Approved Special Use Permit and Site Plan for Dairy Queen at 25208 W. Eames Street (5-0)
- Approved creation of two Patrol Officer positions (5-0)
- Approved repair of Step Screen at Wastewater Treatment Plant (5-0)
- Approved bills list of November 21, 2022 for $1,353,816.38 (5-0)
- Approved manual checks of November 21, 2022 for $2,277.15 (5-0)
- Approved net payroll expenses for period ending November 13, 2022 for $139,071.79 (5-0)
- Tabled tax levy and abatement ordinances for vote on December 5, 2022
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended that the Village Board approve a Special Use Permit and site plan for a Dairy Queen at 25208 W Eames Street. The project includes a 2,208 square foot restaurant with a drive-thru and outdoor patio.
- Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes (All Ayes)
- Recommended Village Board approval of Special Use Permit for Dairy Queen drive-thru (All Ayes)
- Recommended Village Board approval of Dairy Queen site plan subject to staff review and easement confirmation (All Ayes)
Board of Trustees
The Committee of the Whole discussed joining the Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency (IRMA) for insurance and reviewed a $909,143 tax levy request for the Police Pension Fund. Public Works presented plans for a new wastewater treatment plant and bulk salt purchases. No formal votes were recorded as this was a Committee of the Whole meeting.
- Discussed joining IRMA for a quoted 2023 insurance package of $402,795 (First Read)
- Discussed appointing Thomas J. Durkin as Delegate and Jodi Denton as Alternate Delegate to IRMA
- Reviewed Police Pension Fund tax levy request of $909,143 for December 2022
- Discussed engineering services for a Far West Wastewater Treatment Plant project plan
- Discussed engineering services for Bridge Street MUP Stage 2 Phase 3
- Discussed bulk salt purchase contract for 1,800 tons at $80.81 per ton
Board of Trustees
The Board approved joining the Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency and authorized several engineering agreements for wastewater and bridge projects. The Board also approved the police pension fund tax levy and bulk salt purchases.
- Approved joining the Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency and appointing delegates (6-0)
- Approved bills list of November 7, 2022 for $339,002.54 (6-0)
- Approved manual checks of November 7, 2022 for $95,748.51 (6-0)
- Approved net payroll expenses for periods ending Oct 16 and Oct 30 for $140,033.29 and $145,426.22 (6-0)
- Approved Channahon Police Pension Fund Annual Tax Levy Demand Letter and Annual Municipal Compliance Report (6-0)
- Approved engineering services agreement for Far West Wastewater Treatment Plant project plan (6-0)
- Approved engineering services for Bridge Street MUP Stage 2 Phase 3 (6-0)
- Approved Joint Purchase Master Contract for Bulk Salt Purchases (6-0)
Board of Trustees
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several departmental matters including community development permits and financial obligations. Public Works discussions include bulk rock salt procurement and well equipment engineering proposals.
- Temporary Use Permit for Families of Faith Ministries
- MFT Bond Obligation Retirement Resolution
- Busey Bank Certification of Deposit Maturities
- Requisition of Bulk Rock Salt
- Engineering Proposal for Well 7 Well House and Pumping Equipment
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review several items including a legal services agreement to institute litigation regarding PFAS contaminants. Other business includes board reappointments, various payments, and public works requisitions.
- Legal services agreement with Driscoll Law Firm et al regarding PFAS contaminants
- Payment of bills for $347,164.87
- Payment of manual checks for $32,139.98
- Net payroll expenses of $145,047.79
- Temporary Use Permit for Families of Faith Ministries
Board of Trustees
The Committee of the Whole will discuss the proposed annual budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 and a five-year capital improvement plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a zoning change and site plan for Fire Station #2 at 23370 S. Thomas Dillon Drive.
- Ordinance for zoning change from A-1 to C-3 for Channahon Fire Station #2 (23370 S. Thomas Dillon Drive)
- Proposed Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
- 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (Fiscal Years 2023-2027)
- Ordinance authorizing permanent easement acquisition via eminent domain
- Tryon Street/U.S. Route 6 TIF update
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider the annual budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 and a 5-year capital improvement plan. The meeting includes decisions on rezoning and site plans for Fire Station #2 and the acquisition of a permanent easement by eminent domain.
- Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
- Rezoning and site plan for Fire Station #2 at 23370 S. Thomas Dillon Drive
- Payment of bills list for $374,978.34
- Acquisition of a permanent easement by eminent domain (Jeffrey Crockett Protection Trust)
- 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2023-2027
Board of Trustees
The Committee of the Whole will discuss the annual budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 and a five-year capital improvement plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding an easement agreement for the Bridge Street Multiuse Path and a plat of right-of-way dedication.
- Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
- 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (Fiscal Years 2023-2027)
- Bridge Street Multiuse Path easement agreement resolution
- Plat of Right-of-Way Dedication resolution
- Appointment of a Police and Fire Commissioner
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget. The meeting includes consideration of a 5-year capital improvement plan and several financial payments.
- Public Hearing — Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
- Payment of bills for $300,306.71
- Payment of manual checks for $10,698.98
- Payment of net payroll expenses for $143,854.52
- Ordinance adopting the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet as a Committee of the Whole to discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. The meeting includes reviews of public works contracts, police equipment, and site plans for industrial park expansions.
- Site plan for parking lot expansion at Channahon Industrial Park Lots 24 (24053-24059 S. Municipal Drive) and 30 (24030 S. Northern Illinois Drive)
- American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
- Purchase of 12 Taser Model 7’s and related accessories
- Award for 2021 Storm Sewer Project Contract
- Landscape Maintenance Agreement with Balanced Environmental, Inc.
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review several infrastructure and equipment approvals. This includes a site plan for industrial park expansions and the awarding of a storm sewer project contract.
- Payment of bills list for $223,837.71
- Net payroll expenses for $141,975.77
- Site plan for parking lot expansion at Channahon Industrial Park Lots 24 and 30
- Award of 2021 Storm Sewer Project Contract
- Purchase of 12 Taser Model 7s and accessories
Board of Trustees
The Village Board is meeting for a special workshop to discuss the proposed 2022-2023 budget. No other formal actions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of 2022-2023 Proposed Budget
Board of Trustees
The Committee of the Whole will discuss an ordinance to amend the Redevelopment Project and Plan for the NIGAS Tax Increment Finance District. The body will also consider a special ordinance regarding Private Activity Bonding Authority and guardrail repairs.
- Ordinance amending the Redevelopment Project and Plan for the NIGAS Tax Increment Finance District
- Special Ordinance authorizing the ceding of Private Activity Bonding Authority
- Guardrail repair on S. Frontage Road W. by Midwest Fence
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review an ordinance to amend the NIGAS Tax Increment Finance District redevelopment plan and a special ordinance regarding private activity bonding authority. The meeting also includes routine bill payments and a request for guardrail repairs.
- Payment of Bills List for $526,652.93
- Net Payroll Expenses for $140,742.50
- Ordinance amending the Redevelopment Project and Plan for the NIGAS TIF District
- Special Ordinance authorizing the ceding of Private Activity Bonding Authority
- Approval of guardrail repair on S. Frontage Road W. by Midwest Fence
Board of Trustees
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several items including water service charge amendments and bond retirement resolutions. Other discussion topics include subdivision plats, property sales, and easement agreements.
- Penske’s Channahon Subdivision final plat
- Site plan for 23334 S. Frontage Road West
- Ordinance amending water service charges
- Three resolutions regarding 2016 Refunding GO Bonds
- Easement agreements for the Bridge Street Multiuse Path
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review an ordinance to amend water service charges and consider approvals for a subdivision plat and site plan for Penske. The meeting includes decisions on bond obligation retirements and easement agreements for the Bridge Street Multiuse Path.
- Ordinance amending Village water service charges (1st Read)
- Approval of Final Plat of Subdivision: Penske’s Channahon Subdivision
- Approval of Site Plan: Penske Rental 23334 S. Frontage Road West
- Payment of bills list for $276,558.47, manual checks for $37,037.72, and payroll for $140,426.68
- Resolution for easement agreements for the Bridge Street Multiuse Path
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is discussing the establishment of a Tax Increment Finance District for Tryon Street and agreements for regional water services. The meeting includes reviews of liquor license ordinances and a jurisdictional boundary agreement with Shorewood.
- Proposed Tax Increment Finance District for Tryon Street
- Ordinances regarding outdoor sale and off-premises delivery of alcoholic beverages
- Regional Water Commission preliminary agreement and MOU with the City of Joliet
- Purchase of a 2021 Ford F150 4x4 Crew Cab Pickup Truck for EMA
- Easement agreements for the Bridge Street Multiuse Path
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider several resolutions regarding water services, including a regional commission and shared delivery with Joliet. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a boundary agreement with Shorewood and a resolution for the Tryon Street TIF.
- Public Hearing: Jurisdictional Boundary Line Agreement between Channahon and Shorewood
- Resolution: Establishing a Tax Increment Finance District for Tryon Street TIF
- Ordinances: Amendments regarding outdoor liquor consumption and off-premises sale/delivery
- Resolution: Preliminary agreement for a Regional Water Commission
- Memorandum of Understanding: Shared water delivery services with the City of Joliet
Board of Trustees
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a preliminary agreement regarding a regional water commission and Lake Michigan water needs. The meeting also includes discussions on dissolving the Rebate Fund, ratifying a new police officer, and accepting public improvements for Crossroads 55.
- Resolution regarding formation of a Regional Water Commission
- Dissolution of the Rebate Fund (Fund 14)
- Ratification of a new Police Officer
- Strand Task Order for Lake Michigan water allocation
- Acceptance of public improvements at Venture One (Crossroads 55)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will discuss water source alternatives and consider a preliminary agreement to form a Regional Water Commission. The meeting includes approvals for public improvements at Crossroads 55 and various municipal payments.
- Preliminary Agreement regarding Formation of a Regional Water Commission
- Strand Task Order for Lake Michigan Water Allocation
- Venture One (Crossroads 55) Building A and Exchange Boulevard Extension public improvements acceptance
- Resolution to dissolve the Rebate Fund (Fund 14)
- Payment of bills and payroll totaling $938,520.05 across four line items
Board of Trustees
The Village Board is convening a special meeting to conduct a Public Information Forum. The session will feature a presentation and a question-and-answer period regarding an alternative water supply.
- Presentation by Strand Associates, Inc. regarding alternative water supply
Board of Trustees
The Village Board is holding a special meeting to conduct a public information forum. The session focuses on a presentation and question-and-answer period regarding an alternative water supply.
- Presentation by Strand Associates, Inc. regarding alternative water supply
Board of Trustees
The Village of Channahon Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for Monday, January 3, 2022, has been cancelled. The notice lists a next regularly scheduled meeting for January 17, 2022.
- Cancellation of January 3, 2022 meeting
- Public Information Forum meetings scheduled for January 11 and January 13, 2022