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Tue Jul 14, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Board to approve hiring, tax appeals, and construction projects

The Village Board will consider hiring staff, approving construction observation services for the 103rd Street STP Project, and authorizing legal intervention in three property tax appeals. The meeting begins with an executive session.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE COMBINED COMMITTEE/REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, July 14, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 6:30pm – Executive Session re. Hiring & Firing of Specific Personnel 7:00pm – Committee Meeting, Regular Board Meeting follows Pledge of Allegiance IPRF Presentation of “Best in Class” Award REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Payment of Bills A. Resolution – July 14, 2026 – $269,540.53 (The payment of all departments customary billing expenses) SUR Board Approved – June 17, 2026 – $10,167.88 June 24, 2026 – $258,172.12 July 1, 2026 – $57,506.45 July 8, 2026 – $192,893.70 (The payment of all routine, scheduled or utility expenses) B. Bills 1. Kasperek - $ 100.00 –Audit $11,767.50 –Consulting $ 450.00 –Year End 2. Odelson - $6,766.50 – P&Z & Misc. $3,269.50 – PTAB $8,755.50 – P&Z & Misc. $1,511.25 – Code Adjudication 3. Ryan - $630.00 –TIF Reporting 4. Burke - $ 220.00 – Zayo $34,033.92 – T&M May $21,940.32 – 103 rd & Harlem (REIMB) 5. National Power - $114,735.00 – CIPP 6. Southwest Conf. of Mayors - $7,960.00 – Membership Dues 2 MATTERS OF RECORD 2. Finance 3. Correspondence 4. Planning/Zoning A. Minutes of Regular Meeting – May 28, 2026 B. Minutes of Regular Meeting – June 25, 2026, 7:00pm C. Minutes of Regular Meeting [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Village board will vote on a Right of Way Use Agreement with Zayo Group, LLC.

The board will approve routine payments totaling $153,218.05 for departmental expenses and review the January 2026 financial report. New business includes a raffle license for the 4th Annual Team Joey 22 Party, a Right of Way Use Agreement with Zayo Group, LLC, and the start of a CERT program. Additional items cover a business license for P ars Ice Cream Company Inc ice‑cream truck and a solicitation for the Las Islas Marias VW Cruise Night.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $943,099.23 in payments and adopted consent agenda

The Village Board voted unanimously to approve three expenditures totaling $943,099.23 as outlined in resolutions dated June 3, June 10 and June 16, 2026. It also approved specific bill payments to Kasperek, Ryan and Ancel Glink. The board adopted a consent agenda that included minutes, event approvals and a right‑of‑way agreement.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE COMBINED COMMITTEE/REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, June 16, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 7:00pm – Committee Meeting, Regular Board Meeting follows Pledge of Allegiance REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Payment of Bills A. Resolution – June 16, 2026 – $153,218.05 (The payment of all departments customary billing expenses) SUR Board Approved – June 3, 2026 – $141,663.92 June 10, 2026 – $648,217.26 (The payment of all routine, scheduled or utility expenses) B. Bills 1. Kasperek - $ 390.00 –Audit $3,535.25 –Consulting $2,877.50 –Year End 2. Ryan - $315.00 – TIF Reporting 3. Ancel Glink - $240.00 – Econ Development MATTERS OF RECORD 2. Finance A. January 2026 Financial Report 3. Correspondence 4. Planning/Zoning 5. Engineering A. Pending Projects Status Report 2 CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: All items are considered routine and will be approved in one motion 6. Minutes A. Minutes of Board Meeting – June 2, 2026 7. Ordinances/Resolutions 8. Solicitations/Presentations A. Las Islas Marias – VW Cruise Night June 19th 6pm 9. Planning/Zoning 10. Business License A. P ars Ice Cream Company Inc – Ice Cream Truck 11. Building Dept. 12. Public Works 13. Fire Dept. 14. Police Dept. 15. Code Enforcement 16. EMA [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 06/16/2026 REGULAR BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE 10455 South Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Resolution & SUR Approved Payment of Bills The Board Meeting of the Village of Chicago Ridge was called to order at 7:01 P.M. by President Lind. On roll call by the Village Clerk, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel ALSO PRESENT: Attorney Lauren DeValle, Police Chief Tony Layman, Fire Chief Bob Smart, Building Commissioner Rich Sumner, Public Works Director Stan Barwock, Code Enforcement Director Kevin Schoenhofen, and Engineer Andy Pufundt President Lind led those present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Trustees McFarland moved and Meslar seconded that we expend the following amounts from the following funds as per the Resolution dated June 16, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $153,218.05 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated June 3, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $141,663.92 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated June 10, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $648,217.26 On roll call, the following members voted: AYE: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel NAY: None Trustee Siegel moved and Lenz seconded that approval be granted for payment of the following bills. 1. Kasperek -$390.00 for Audit [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 2, 2026

Village Board Meetings

✓ Decided: Board approves $586,144.86 in payments and adopts consent agenda

The board approved three separate payments totaling $586,144.86 from all village funds. It then adopted a consent agenda that approved meeting minutes, a zoning amendment for data centers, three new business licenses, a $396,557 ambulance purchase, and a $25,002.92 CPR device grant. The board also approved the Chicago Ridge Lions Club Split‑the‑Pot raffle license.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE COMBINED COMMITTEE/REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, June 2, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 7:00pm – Committee Meeting, Regular Board Meeting follows Pledge of Allegiance REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Payment of Bills A. Resolution – June 2, 2026 – $213,372.88 (The payment of all departments customary billing expenses) SUR Board Approved – May 20, 2026 – $114,778.84 May 27, 2026 – $257,993.14 (The payment of all routine, scheduled or utility expenses) B. Bills 1. Kasperek - $150.00 –Audit $16,059.50 –Consulting $ 6,643.75 –Year End 2. OMFM - $8,697.00 – P&Z and Econ Development $1,345.50 – Adjudications MATTERS OF RECORD 2. Finance 3. Correspondence 4. Planning/Zoning A. Minutes of Regular Meeting – May 14, 2026 B. Minutes of Public Hearing – May 14, 2026, 7:02pm C. Minutes of Public Hearing – May 14, 2026, 7:12pm 2 5. Engineering A. Pending Projects Status Report CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: All items are considered routine and will be approved in one motion 6. Minutes A. Minutes of Executive Session – May 19, 2026 B. Minutes of Board Meeting – May 19, 2026 7. Ordinances/Resolutions A. An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code of the Village of Chicago Ridge to Regulated Data Centers in the Village of Chicago Ridge [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 06/02/2026 REGULAR BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE 10455 South Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Tuesday, June 02, 2026 Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Resolution & SUR Approved Payment of Bills The Board Meeting of the Village of Chicago Ridge was called to order at 7:01 P.M. by President Lind. On roll call by the Village Clerk, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel ABSENT: Trustee Davenport ALSO PRESENT: Attorney Matt Byrne, Police Chief Tony Layman, Fire Chief Bob Smart, Building Commissioner Rich Sumner, Code Enforcement Director Kevin Schoenhofen and Engineer Andy Pufundt President Lind led those present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Trustees McFarland moved and Meslar seconded that we expend the following amounts from the following funds as per the Resolution dated June 2, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $213,372.88 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated May 20, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $114,778.84 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated May 27, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $257,993.14 On roll call, the following members voted: AYE: Trustees Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel NAY: None Trustee Siegel moved and Kowalski seconded that approval be granted for payment of the following bills. 2 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 06/02/2026 Matter [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 19, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Village Board to discuss multi-family unit moratorium and approve various business licenses

The Village Board will consider a resolution for a Class 6b tax classification for 10047 Virginia Avenue and discuss the current moratorium on multi-family units. The meeting includes approvals for several business licenses and a contract for the Village Tree Lighting.

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✓ Decided: Board adopted consent agenda approving multiple business licenses and contracts

The board first adjourned to an executive session on hiring and firing matters (unanimous). It then approved an $84,301.70 expenditure from all funds and authorized payment of several vendor bills. The board adopted a consent agenda that approved meeting minutes, four new business licenses, a tree‑lighting contract, a raffle license, and a resolution for a Class 6b classification at 10047 Virginia Avenue. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE COMBINED COMMITTEE/REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, May 19, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 6:00pm – Executive re. Hiring and Firing of Specific Personnel 7:00pm – Committee Meeting, Regular Board Meeting follows Pledge of Allegiance REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Payment of Bills A. Resolution – May 19, 2026 – $84,301.70 (The payment of all departments customary billing expenses) SUR Board Approved – May 4, 2026 – $281,557.67 May 6, 2026 – $690,355.17 May 13, 2026 – $223,885.92 (The payment of all routine, scheduled or utility expenses) B. Bills 1. Kasperek - $1,200 –Audit $7,734.75 –Consulting 2. Ancel Glink - $240.00 – Legal Services 3. Burke - $1,080.00 – 101st & Ridgeland (REIMB) $5,665.00 – Zayo $28,915.01 – T&M May $9,334.25 – 103rd & Harlem (REIMB) 4. National Power - $35,702.00 – Sewer Televising MATTERS OF RECORD 2. Finance 3. Correspondence 2 4. Planning/Zoning A. Minutes of Regular Meeting – April 23, 2026 5. Engineering A. Pending Projects Status Report CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: All items are considered routine and will be approved in one motion 6. Minutes A. Minutes of Workshop Meeting – May 4, 2026 B. Minutes of Board Meeting – May 4, 2026 7. Ordinances/Resolutions A. Resolution Supporting a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 05/19/2026 REGULAR BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE 10455 South Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Roll Call Adjourn to Executive Session Reconvene Board Meeting Pledge of Allegiance Resolution & SUR Approved The Board Meeting of the Village of Chicago Ridge was called to order at 6:22 P.M. by President Lind. On roll call by the Village Clerk, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel Trustees McFarland moved and Kowalski seconded that this meeting be adjourned to Executive Session regarding Hiring and Firing. On roll call, the following members voted: AYE: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel NAY: None The Board meeting reconvened and the Regular Board Meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. On roll call by Clerk Harrison, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel ALSO PRESENT: Attorney Matt Byrne, Police Chief Tony Layman, Fire Chief Bob Smart, Building Commissioner Rich Sumner, Code Enforcement Director Kevin Schoenhofen and Engineer Andy Pufundt President Lind led those present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Trustees McFarland moved and Meslar seconded that we expend the following amounts from the following funds as per the Resolution dated May 19, 2026 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 4, 2026

Village Board Meetings

✓ Decided: Board approved $539,347.50 in bond refund payments and adopted consent agenda

The Village Board voted unanimously to approve payments for 2021A and 2021B bond refunds totaling $539,347.50, as well as legal fees. The board also adopted the consent agenda, which included several business licenses, a liquor‑class change, a promotion for a police commander, a radio purchase, an IT hire, and a drone‑show contract. A liquor‑class change for Randa’s Gaming Café was approved by a 4‑3 vote. All actions were recorded as approved by the board.

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1 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 05/4/2026 REGULAR BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE 10455 South Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Monday, May 4, 2026 Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Swearing In Resolution & SUR Approved The Board Meeting of the Village of Chicago Ridge was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by President Lind. On roll call by the Village Clerk, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel ALSO PRESENT: Attorney Burt Odelson, Police Chief Tony Layman, Fire Chief Bob Smart, Building Commissioner Rich Sumner, Public Works Director Stan Barwock and Code Enforcement Director Kevin Schoenhofen, President Lind led those present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Swearing in of Police Commander James Davey Swearing in of Police Sergeant Jonathon Hill Trustees McFarland moved and Meslar seconded that we expend the following amounts from the following funds as per the Resolution dated May 4, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $281,557.67 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated April 15, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $127,265.43 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated April 22, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $88,900.62 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated April 22, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $20,526.97 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated April 29, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $302,397.61 2 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 05/4/2026 Payment [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 14, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Police Department approves $39,540.34 purchase of LPR cameras

The Village Board will approve a routine payment of $308,114.07 for departmental expenses and a list of vendor bills. It will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including support for the Municipal Housing Authority and a temporary‑tents ordinance. The police agenda includes hiring staff, conference attendance approval, and the purchase of LPR cameras for $39,540.34 with related cloud‑storage costs.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $74,000 flooring contract for Apparatus Bay

The Village Board unanimously approved a $74,000 quote from CCI Flooring to resurface the Apparatus Bay floor. It also approved purchases of LPR cameras ($39,540.34) and related cloud storage ($12,960.00), and hired one full‑time clerical employee and two part‑time desk employees. All approvals were recorded with no opposing votes.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE COMBINED COMMITTEE/REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, April 14, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 6:00pm – Workshop re. Economic Development 7:00pm – Committee Meeting, Regular Board Meeting follows Pledge of Allegiance Swearing in of Firefighter/Paramedic – Anthony Potesta Swearing in of Police Chief – Anthony Layman REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Payment of Bills A. Resolution – April 14, 2026 - $308,114.07 (The payment of all departments customary billing expenses) SUR Board Approved – March 4, 2026 – $781,909.89 March 11, 2026 - $260,338.66 March 18, 2026 - $4,946.46 March 25, 2026 – $273,916.83 April 1, 2026 – $45,239.76 April 8, 2026 – $272,439.82 (The payment of all routine, scheduled or utility expenses) B. Bills 1. Ancel Glink - $100.00 – Econ Development $520.00 – Econ Development 2. Cainkar - $3,740.00 – TIF Legal 3. Clark Baird Smith - $2,117.50 – Labor Legal Fee 4. Burke - $25,281.78 – T&M Jobs February $ 880.00 – Zayo Fiber Install $1,522.50 – 10131 Ridgeland $35,437.72 – T&M Jobs March $ 5,030.45 – 103rd & Harlem 2 5. Ryan - $ 610.00 – TIF Accounting 6. Metro Mayors Caucus - $649.49 – Dues 7. JV Henik - $8,100.00 – Sallyport Repair 8. Bakertilly - $8,400.00 – 2024 Audit 9. Lauterbach & Amen - $960.00 – 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 04/14/2026 REGULAR BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE 10455 South Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Roll Call Adjourn to Executive Session from Workshop Reconvene Board Meeting Pledge of Allegiance Swearing In The Board Meeting of the Village of Chicago Ridge was called to order at 6:08 P.M. by President Lind. On roll call by the Village Clerk, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel Trustees McFarland moved and Kowalski seconded that this meeting be adjourned to Executive Session regarding Purchase and/or Sale of Real Estate On roll call, the following members voted: AYE: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel NAY: None The Board meeting reconvened and the Regular Board Meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. On roll call by Clerk Harrison, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel ALSO PRESENT: Attorney Matt Byrne, Police Chief Tony Layman, Fire Chief Bob Smart, Building Commissioner Rich Sumner, Public Works Director Stan Barwock and Code Enforcement Director Kevin Schoenhofen, President Lind led those present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Swearing in of Firefighter/Paramedic Anthony Potesta Swearing in of Police Chief Anthony Layman 2 Reg. Bd. Mtg. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 25, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Village Board to hold special meeting and executive session

The Village Board will convene a special meeting on March 25, 2026, to conduct business and enter an executive session regarding the employment of a specific person. The session will begin at 7:00 p.m. and include a roll call, executive session, and reconvening.

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✓ Decided: Board adjourned to executive session, then closed the meeting

The Village Board unanimously moved to adjourn to an executive session to discuss hiring and firing matters. After reconvening, the Board again unanimously voted to adjourn the regular meeting. No other business was taken.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE SPECIAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA Wednesday, March 25, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 7:00pm - Special Board Meeting 7:01pm Executive Session re. Employment of a Specific Person Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment: Please see policy at www.chicagoridge.org SPECIAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Roll Call 2. Adjourn to Executive Session 3. Reconvene Board Meeting 3. Adjournment
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1 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 03/25/2026 SPECIAL BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE 10455 South Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Roll Call Adjourn to Executive Session Reconvened of Board Meeting Public Comment Adjournment The Board Meeting of the Village of Chicago Ridge was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by President Lind. On roll call by President Lind, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, Meslar, Siegel ABSENT: Trustee McFarland and Clerk Harrison ALSO PRESENT: Acting Police Chief Anthony Layman and Deputy Chief Joe Shaughnessy Trustees Lenz moved and Siegel seconded that this meeting be adjourned to Executive Session regarding Hiring & Firing On roll call, the following members voted: AYE: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, Meslar, Siegel NAY: None The Board meeting reconvened and the Regular Board Meeting was called to order at 7:42 P.M. On roll call by President Lind, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, Meslar, Siegel ABSENT: Trustee McFarland and Clerk Harrison None There being no further business to transact for the good of the Village, Trustee Lenz moved and Kowalski seconded that this meeting be adjourned. AYE: Trustee Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, Meslar, Siegel NAY: None 2 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 03/25/2026 R [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 3, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Police chief retirement and mobile food vendor ordinance

The Village Board will discuss the retirement of Police Chief James Jarolimek and the swearing in of an acting chief. The board will also consider an ordinance to regulate mobile food vendors and approve routine bills and personnel hires.

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✓ Decided: Board appointed an Acting Police Chief effective March 8, 2026

The Village Board approved a consent agenda that included minutes and pending project reports. It adopted an ordinance regulating mobile food vendors and granted a temporary business license for Hometown Market on March 7‑8, 2026. The Board accepted the retirement of Police Chief James Jarolimek, appointed an Acting Police Chief effective March 8, 2026, and approved hiring of part‑time and full‑time clerical staff. It also approved payment of several bills, including a $425,732.31 IDOT invoice.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE COMBINED COMMITTEE/REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, March 3, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 6:00pm – Executive Session re. Hiring & Firing 7:00pm – Committee Meeting, Regular Board Meeting follows Pledge of Allegiance Acknowledgement of the Retirement of Police Chief James Jarolimek Swearing in of Acting Police Chief - Effective 3/8/2026 REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Payment of Bills A. Resolution – March 3, 2026 - $45,559.64 (The payment of all departments customary billing expenses) SUR Board Approved – February 18, 2026 - $61,744.67 February 25, 2026 - $116,450.79 (The payment of all routine, scheduled or utility expenses) B. Bills 1. Kasperek - $4,218.75 – 2024 Audit $8,876.25 – Consulting & Year End 2. Bakertilly - $4,200.00 – 2024 Audit 3. IDOT - $425,732.31 – 2020 Ridgeland Project 4. Odelson - $4,290.00 – General $3,100.50 – Litigation & Labor MATTERS OF RECORD 2. Finance 3. Correspondence 2 4. Planning/Zoning A. Minutes of Regular Meeting – February 12, 2026 5. Engineering A. Pending Projects Status Report CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: All items are considered routine and will be approved in one motion 6. Minutes A. Minutes of Executive Session Meeting – February 17, 2026 B. Minutes of Board Meeting – Febru [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 03/03/2026 REGULAR BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE 10455 South Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Roll Call Adjourn to Executive Session Reconvene Board Meeting Pledge of Allegiance Resolution & SUR Approved The Board Meeting of the Village of Chicago Ridge was called to order at 6:00 P.M. by President Lind. On roll call by the Village Clerk, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel Trustees McFarland moved and Lenz seconded that this meeting be adjourned to Executive Session regarding Hiring & Firing On roll call, the following members voted: AYE: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel NAY: None The Board meeting reconvened and the Regular Board Meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. On roll call by Clerk Harrison, the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel ALSO PRESENT: Attorney Pat Roberts, Police Chief Jim Jarolimek, Deputy Chief Tony Layman, Fire Chief Bob Smart and Code Enforcement Director Kevin Schoenhofen, President Lind led those present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Trustees McFarland moved and Meslar seconded that we expend the following amounts from the following funds as per the Resolution dated March 3, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $45,559.64 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Village Board will adopt a new ordinance regulating mobile food vendors

The Chicago Ridge Village Board will approve routine bill payments totaling $103,665.21 and consider several resolutions, including grant applications for ADA ramp improvements and community development. The board will also adopt an ordinance that updates the village code to regulate mobile food vendors. Additional items include contract approvals and staffing decisions.

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✓ Decided: Board adopted a consent agenda approving multiple resolutions, licenses and contracts

The Village Board approved a consent agenda that included grant applications, a business license, a request for proposals, a part‑time hiring position, a memorandum of understanding, a copier contract, and a retirement gift policy. The Board also approved payment of several vendor invoices totaling $?? (as listed). Agenda items 7A and 10B were postponed, and the meeting was adjourned.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE COMBINED COMMITTEE/REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, February 17, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 6:00pm – Executive Session re. Hiring & Firing and Purchase &/or Sale of Real Estate 7:00pm – Committee Meeting, Regular Board Meeting follows Pledge of Allegiance REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Payment of Bills A. Resolution – February 17, 2026 - $103,665.21 (The payment of all departments customary billing expenses) SUR Board Approved – February 4, 2026 - $687,551.54 February 11, 2026 - $252,003.34 (The payment of all routine, scheduled or utility expenses) B. Bills 1. Kasperek - $ 972.50 – 2024 Audit $ 291.25 – 2026 Budget $12,132.75 – Consulting & Year End 2. Clark Baird Smith - $385.00 – Bargaining 3. ABOC - $ 475.00 – 2021A Bond Fee $ 475.00 – 2021B Bond Fee 4. Ancel Glink - $500.00 – Econ Development 5. Ryan - $2,363.75 – Annual TIF Reports 6. Odelson - $6,037.00 – P&Z Misc. $4,117.00 – Adjudication & Bargaining 2 7. Burke - $ 4,235.00 – 101st & Ridgeland (Reimb) $ 1,590.00 – Zayo Group $18,374.37 – T&M January $ 2,832.75 – 101st & Ridgeland (Reimb) MATTERS OF RECORD 2. Finance 3. Correspondence 4. Planning/Zoning A. Minutes of Regular Meeting – January 22, 2026 5. Engineering A. Pending Projects Stat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 02 /17 /202 6 REGULAR BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE 10455 South Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Tuesday , February 17 , 202 6 Roll Call Adjourn to Executive Session Reconvene Board Meeting Pledge of Allegiance Resolution & SUR Approved The Board Meeting of the Village of Chicago Ridge was called to order at 6: 0 4 P .M. by President Lind . On roll call by the Village Clerk , the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel Trustees McFarland moved and Siegel seconded that this meeting be adjourned to Executive Session regarding Hiring & Firing and Purchase &/or Sale of Real Estate On roll call, the following members voted: AYE: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Siegel NAY: None The Board meeting reconvened and the Regular Board Meeting was called to order at 7: 0 0 P.M. On roll call by Clerk Harrison , the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Meslar, Sieg el ALSO PRESENT : Attorney Pat Robert s , Police Chief Jim Jarolimek, Deputy Chief Tony Layman, Fire Chief Bob Smart, Code Enforcement Director Kevin Schoenhofen, Public Works Director Stan Barwock, Building Commissioner Rich Sumner and Andy Pfundt of Burke Engineering President Lind led those present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Trustees McFarland moved and Meslar seconded that we expend the following amounts from the following funds as per the Reso [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Feb 6, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Board to hold special meeting and executive session

The Village Board will convene a special meeting on February 6, 2026, to conduct business and enter an executive session regarding hiring and firing matters.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE SPECIAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA Friday, February 6, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 6:30pm - Special Board Meeting 6:31pm Executive Session re. Hiring & Firing Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment: Please see policy at www.chicagoridge.org SPECIAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Roll Call 2. Adjourn to Executive Session 3. Reconvene Board Meeting 3. Adjournment
Tue Feb 3, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Village Board to consider police vehicle purchases and a new police union agreement

The Village Board will vote on several equipment purchases for police and fire departments and a collective bargaining agreement with the Metropolitan Alliance of Police. The meeting includes a review of $209,295.17 in bills and business license applications for the Chicago Ridge Mall.

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✓ Decided: Board approved purchase of two new police interceptors

The Village Board unanimously approved a consent agenda that included multiple purchases and agreements. Items approved included a Power Stari chair, rescue training manikins, two 2026 Ford police interceptors with upfitting, ammunition, and a collective bargaining agreement with the police union. The board also adopted a stop sign at 106th and Parkside and launched a Village Instagram account.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE COMBINED COMMITTEE/REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, February 3, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 6:00pm – Executive Session re. Hiring & Firing and Purchase and/or Sale of Real Estate 7:00pm – Committee Meeting, Regular Board Meeting follows Pledge of Allegiance REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Payment of Bills A. Resolution – February 3, 2026 - $209,295.17 (The payment of all departments customary billing expenses) SUR Board Approved – January 14, 2026 - $911,643.18 January 21, 2026 - $ 15,551.12 January 28, 2026 - $ 7,459.84 (The payment of all routine, scheduled or utility expenses) B. Bills 1. Bakertilly - $25,620.00 – 2024 Audit 2. ABOC - $268,069.05 – 2011A & 2011B Bond Repayment (Estimate) 3. IGFOA - $225.00 – Annual Renewal 4. Burke - $234.47 – Zayo Fiber Installation $15,297.61 – T & M for December 2025 $13,618.62 – 103rd & Harlem MATTERS OF RECORD 2. Finance A. October 2025 Financial Report 3. Correspondence 2 4. Planning/Zoning A. Minutes of Regular Meeting – January 8, 2026 5. Engineering A. Pending Projects Status Report CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: All items are considered routine and will be approved in one motion 6. Minutes A. Minutes of Workshop Meeting – January 13, 2026 B. Minutes of Board Meeting – January 13, 2026 7. Ordinances/Resolutions A. Resolution of the Village of Chicago R [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 2 /3 /202 6 REGULAR BOARD MEETING VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE 10455 South Ridgeland Avenue, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 Tuesday , February 3 , 202 6 Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Moment Resolution & SUR Approved The Board Meeting of the Village of Chicago Ridge was called to order at 7:0 5 P .M. by President Lind . On roll call by the Village Clerk , the following members were: PRESENT: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Siegel ABSENT: Trustee Meslar ALSO PRESENT : Attorney Ma tt Byrne , Police Chief Jim Jarolimek, Fire Chief Bob Smart, Code Enforcement Director Kevin Schoenhofen, and Burke Engineer Pufundt President Lind led those present in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. President Lind led all in a moment of silence in honor of the passing of longtime resident Dan Pratl Trustees McFarland moved and Siegel seconded that we expend the following amounts from the following funds as per the Resolution dated February 3 , 202 6 TOTAL ALL FU NDS - $ 209,295.17 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated February 14, 2026 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $ 911,643.18 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated February 21 , 202 6 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $ 15,551.12 Along with the SUR/Board Approved dated February 28 , 202 6 TOTAL ALL FUNDS - $ 7,459.84 On roll call, the following members voted: AYE: Trustees Davenport, Kowalski, Lenz, McFarland, Siegel NAY: None 2 Reg. Bd. Mtg. 2 /3 /202 6 Payment of Bills Matter of Record re. Finance Matter of Record re. P&Z Matter of R [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 13, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Village Board to consider electric vehicle parking ordinance and waste hauling renewal

The Village Board will meet to discuss engineering for Village Hall and Metra, and vote on several routine administrative items. Key actions include amending the village code regarding electric vehicle parking and renewing a waste hauling contract.

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1 VILLAGE OF CHICAGO RIDGE COMBINED COMMITTEE/REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, January 13, 2026 President John F. Lind, Village Clerk Barbara M. Harrison Trustees: Elaine Davenport, Ed Kowalski, Lisa Lenz, William McFarland, Roger Meslar, Andrew Siegel 6:00pm – Workshop re. Engineering Village Hall & Metra 7:00pm – Committee Meeting, Regular Board Meeting follows Pledge of Allegiance Swearing in of Police Officer Gabriel Cadena REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Payment of Bills A. Resolution – January 13, 2026 - $239,401.27 (The payment of all departments customary billing expenses) SUR Board Approved – December 17, 2025 – $85,774.36 December 17, 2025 – $59,447.70 December 30, 2025 – $65,369.89 January 7, 2026 - $857,072.82 (The payment of all routine, scheduled or utility expenses) B. Bills 1. Kasperek - $ 4,518.75 – 2024 Audit $ 3,921.25 – 2026 Budget $ 891.25 – Year End $14,048.50 – Consulting & Year End 2. Odelson - $5,518.50 – Miscellaneous $7,449.00 – Litigation & CBA Negotiations 3. Ryan - $1,677.50 – TIF Reporting 4. Ancel Glink - $260.00 – Econ Development 5. Clark Baird Smith -$2,080.00 – Labor Negotiations 6. National Power - $150,589.75 – 2025 Sewer Cleaning & Televising 2 MATTERS OF RECORD 2. Finance A. August 2025 Financial Report B. September 2025 Financial Report 3. Correspondence 4. Planning/Zoning A. Minutes of Regular Meeting – December 11, 2025 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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