DeKalb public meetings in 2024

City Council

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for December 23, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2025.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for communications equipment. The request is submitted by MasTec for AT&T Mobility.

• Public hearing for special use permit for antennas and communications equipment at 1500 S. 7th St.

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-0-2 to recommend approval of a special use permit for AT&T Mobility to install nine antennas and associated equipment on the existing tower at 1500 S. 7th St. The recommendation will go to the City Council for final decision. The commission also approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved December 2, 2024 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for AT&T antennas at 1500 S. 7th St. (4-0-2)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider entering an executive session to conduct oral interviews for firefighter/paramedic candidates. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of a request to move to executive session for oral interviews of firefighter/paramedic candidates under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1)

DeKalb Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve an Intergovernmental Agreement for the Fourth Street Corridor and a JACE replacement. The board will also vote on the Director's 2024 salary and October bills.

• Approval of IGA for Fourth Street Corridor
• Approval of JACE Replacement
• Approval of Director’s 2024 Salary
• Approval of October 2024 Monthly Bills
• Board Officer Elections for Vice President

Police Pension Board

The DeKalb Police Pension Board will meet to consider a request for benefits from Chad McNett, review an investment advisor's report, and discuss cash management. The board will also vote on bills for payment totaling over $2,400 and approve a Palmer portability buyback schedule.

• Consider request for benefits from Chad McNett
• Bills for payment: Lauterbach and Amen $2,000 (Sept/Oct), IPPFA course $285, Reimer Dobrovolny & Labardi $168.75
• Approval of Palmer portability buyback schedule
• Investment Advisor's Report
• Discussion of cash management

City Council

The DeKalb City Council will hold a second reading and vote on Ordinance 2024-060 to establish a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) redevelopment district on South Fourth Street, with an estimated $11.08 million project plan. A public hearing on the proposed FY2025 budget (total revenues $136,903,145) continues from November 25. The council will also consider resolutions for street maintenance funding ($2,251,000 in Motor Fuel Tax), an engineering contract with Fehr Graham ($165,000), and a five-year intergovernmental agreement with Northern Illinois University for fire protection and ambulance services.

• Ordinance 2024-060: South Fourth Street TIF redevelopment plan ($11,084,545 estimated costs)
• Ordinance 2024-059: Adoption of FY2025 budget ($136,903,145 total revenues)
• Resolution 2024-119: $2,251,000 Motor Fuel Tax appropriation for street maintenance
• Resolution 2024-120: $165,000 preliminary engineering agreement with Fehr Graham
• Resolution 2024-121: Five-year intergovernmental agreement with NIU for fire/ambulance ($869,770–$905,086 annually)

Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission

The Citizens’ Community Enhancement Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss new business items including an Illinois Arts Council grant, a pedestrian pass-through and mural at 7th Street & East Lincoln Highway, utility box murals, and the Paint-A-Plug program. Old business items include updates on a Four Seasons video, a memorial bench, and the Let’s Move to the Music initiative. No votes or decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Illinois Arts Council grant discussion
• Pedestrian pass-through & 7th Street & East Lincoln Highway mural
• Utility box murals review
• Paint-A-Plug review
• Four Seasons video update

The Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission was awarded a $2,500 General Operating Support grant from the Illinois Arts Council, which must be spent by the end of August and cannot be used for equipment or capital improvements. The Commission also supported a public art concept for the downtown pedestrian pass-through, with Egg Toy studio to develop a more detailed design. No public comments were received, and the agenda and September minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda by unanimous voice vote
• Approved September 16, 2024 minutes by unanimous voice vote
• Awarded $2,500 Illinois Arts Council grant (announced)
• Supported pedestrian pass-through public art concept; Egg Toy to develop detailed design

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two petitions: a variance for a 6-foot privacy fence at 499 Bantam St., and a special use permit and variance for a 4-unit apartment building at 1015 Market St. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its November 18 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance to allow 6-foot privacy fence in front yard at 499 Bantam St.
• Public hearing on special use permit for multi-family dwelling (4-unit apartment) at 1015 Market St.
• Variance requested to reduce minimum lot size from 14,000 to 13,500 sq. ft. for the apartment building
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2024 meeting

City Council

This is a special meeting of the DeKalb City Council consisting of procedural items: call to order, public comment, a tour of Barb City Manor (680 Haish Blvd.), and adjournment. No ordinances, resolutions, or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Tour of Barb City Manor (680 Haish Blvd.)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2025 budget, which covers January 1 through December 31, 2025. The budget includes a property tax levy of $8,341,336 entirely dedicated to police and fire pensions, a funding shortfall of $2,076,275 to be covered by other revenues, and projected sales tax increases. The council will also consider consent items including accounts payable of $5,908,876.73 and pension compliance reports.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2025 Municipal Budget
• Proposed property tax levy of $8,341,336 for police and fire pensions
• Police and fire pension funding shortfall of $2,076,275 (19.93% of obligation)
• Estimated 48% reduction in City tax rate since 2017, to 0.63310 per $100 EAV
• Consent agenda: accounts payable $5,908,876.73, FOIA report, pension compliance reports

City Council

This special joint meeting of the DeKalb City Council and Finance Advisory Committee, scheduled for November 20, 2024, to consider the proposed FY2025 budget, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur.

• Meeting cancelled; no action taken on proposed FY2025 budget

Finance Advisory Committee

The special joint meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda had listed the consideration of the proposed FY2025 budget.

• Proposed FY2025 Budget

Electoral Board

The DeKalb Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and pass on objections to nomination papers for the 2025 Consolidated Elections. The agenda includes a single contested case, Vodden v. Nguyen. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.

• Case No. 24-01, Vodden v. Nguyen — hearing on objection to nomination papers

DeKalb Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and act upon the 2025 levy and budget. Other agenda items are limited to public comments and procedural matters.

• Approval of 2025 Levy and Budget

Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission

The Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission will discuss new business including an Illinois Arts Council grant, a pedestrian pass-through and mural at 7th Street & East Lincoln Highway, utility box murals, and a Paint-A-Plug review. Old business items include a Four Seasons video, a memorial bench, and the Let's Move to the Music initiative. The meeting is primarily for discussion and review; no votes are recorded on the agenda.

• Illinois Arts Council grant discussion
• Pedestrian pass-through & mural at 7th Street & East Lincoln Highway
• Utility box murals review
• Paint-A-Plug review
• Memorial bench update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a petition by Vanessa Carlos. The request seeks a variance to allow accessory buildings to exceed the square footage of the principal home.

• Public hearing for variance at 250 E. Gurler Road to allow accessory buildings to exceed the size of the principal structure

Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board

The DeKalb Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board will discuss and approve purchases for fire department needs, including items for Station 4. The board will also review the 2025 wish list results and correct the treasurer's report for the second quarter of 2024. This meeting covers planning for future expenditures and meeting schedules.

• Review of completed and pending purchases
• Approval of Treasurer’s Report for 3rd quarter 2024
• Correction of Treasurer’s Report for 2nd quarter 2024
• Review of 2025 Wish List results
• Discussion of when to begin purchasing items for Station 4

City Council

The City Council and Finance Advisory Committee are holding a special joint meeting to consider the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025. The budget covers the period from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025.

• Consideration of the proposed FY2025 Budget

Finance Advisory Committee

The City Council and Finance Advisory Committee are holding a special joint meeting to consider the proposed FY2025 budget. The budget covers all city funds including the General Fund, special revenue funds, debt service, capital projects, enterprise funds, and pension funds. Public participation is scheduled before the budget consideration.

• Consideration of the proposed FY2025 budget
• General Fund revenue projection of $35,786,970 (70.17% of total revenues)
• Public participation period
• Budget includes Police and Fire pension funds
• Water, Airport, and Refuse & Recycling enterprise funds included

Fire Pension Board

The DeKalb Firefighters Pension Fund Board will discuss and approve a Municipal Compliance Report and vote on a spousal pension benefit for Gail Kessler. These are the only substantive actions at this special meeting.

• Discussion and approval of Municipal Compliance Report
• Approval of spousal pension benefits for Gail Kessler

DeKalb Public Library Board

The DeKalb Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on several policy revisions, including a new Artificial Intelligence Policy, updates to the Code of Conduct, Personnel Manual, Meeting Room Use Policy, and Studio Policy. The board will also hold officer elections, approve the annual appeal letter, and set the director's 2024 salary. They will consider entering closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approve Artificial Intelligence Policy
• Board Officer Elections
• Approve Director's 2024 Salary
• Approve Personnel Manual Revision
• Review Meeting Room Use Policy Revision

DeKalb Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to conduct a tour of the DeKalb Public Library grounds and facilities.

• Tour of the DeKalb Public Library Grounds and Facilities

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

This is a special meeting of the DeKalb Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. The primary item is a request to move into executive session to conduct oral interviews for lateral police officer and firefighter/paramedic candidates, as allowed under state law. The board will also handle roll call, agenda approval, and public participation.

• Approval of request to enter executive session for oral interviews of lateral police officer and firefighter/paramedic candidates

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on the proposed 2024 property tax levy and a 42-acre solar farm annexation at Illinois Route 38 and John Huber Parkway. It will also consider ordinances to finalize the levy and approve the solar farm development, and an intergovernmental agreement for a South Fourth Street TIF redevelopment plan. Consent agenda items include approval of accounts payable and payroll of $1,662,393.70.

• Public hearing on 2024 Truth in Taxation: proposed city corporate levy of $8,341,336 (8% increase), but due to rising EAV the estimated city tax rate decreases, resulting in an estimated $102 decrease on a median home; library levy increase of $1,178,541 (34.78%) yields an estimated $50 increase on that same home.
• Public hearing on annexation and rezoning of 42 acres at the southwest corner of Illinois Route 38 and John Huber Parkway for a 5-megawatt ground-mounted solar farm by PSE Huber IL Solar LLC, with a concept plan and decommissioning plan required.
• Consideration of an intergovernmental agreement for the proposed South Fourth Street Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment Plan, following a forensic audit that found $7,895,027 in improper TIF fund transfers from 2009–2018.
• Consent agenda: approval of accounts payable and payroll through November 12, 2024 in the amount of $1,662,393.70.
• Crime Free Housing Bureau Report for October 2024 presented as part of the consent agenda.

Electoral Board

The City of DeKalb Municipal Officers Electoral Board is meeting to pass on objections to nomination papers for the 2025 Consolidated Elections. The board will hear one specific case regarding candidate eligibility.

• Case No. 24-01, Vodden v. Nguyen

Citizens' Environmental Commission

The Citizens' Environmental Commission will discuss naming and criteria for the DeKalb Sustainability Leadership Awards and review the EV Readiness Program. They will also receive updates from county, park district, water reclamation, and university representatives, and plan upcoming articles and events.

• Name and rubrics for DeKalb Sustainability Leadership Awards
• EV Readiness Program
• Commission reports from DeKalb County Health Department, Park District, Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District, NIU
• Next articles for Daily Chronicle
• Upcoming events and updates on other issues

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The quarterly meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2024, has been cancelled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition by PSE Huber IL Solar LLC for approval of annexation, rezoning, and a concept plan for a proposed solar farm on approximately 42 acres at the southwest corner of Rt. 38 and John Huber Parkway. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from the October 21, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for a solar farm petition by PSE Huber IL Solar LLC on 42 acres at southwest corner of Rt. 38 and John Huber Parkway
• Requests include annexation, rezoning, and concept plan approval

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will discuss and review several 2021 model codes, including the International Building, Residential, Fire, Existing Building, and Property Maintenance codes. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily a discussion of these standards.

• Review of the 2021 International Building Code
• Review of the 2021 International Residential Code
• Review of the 2021 International Fire Code
• Review of the 2021 International Existing Building Code
• Review of the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code

Police Pension Board

The DeKalb Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review investment reports and benefit requests. The board will discuss a request from Officer John Palmer to purchase credit for prior service at the Algonquin Police Department.

• Payment of $168.75 to Reimer, Dobrovolny & Labardi PC for a Sikich audit letter
• Request by Officer John Palmer to purchase prior service credit from Algonquin PD
• Investment Advisor’s Report
• Cash management discussion

City Council

The DeKalb City Council will hold two public hearings: one for the South Fourth Street TIF Redevelopment Plan (estimated cost $11,084,545) and one for the annexation and rezoning of 147 acres at Peace Road and Fairview Drive for Project Midwest, a proposed 1,322,800 sq ft industrial warehouse. The council will also consider the annual property tax levy for 2024. Consent agenda items include accounts payable of $3,563,635.64 and approval of executive session minutes.

• Public hearing on South Fourth Street TIF plan with $11,084,545 in estimated project costs
• Public hearing on annexation and rezoning of 147 acres at Peace Road and Fairview Drive for Project Midwest (1,322,800 sq ft warehouse)
• Consideration of annual property tax levy; 2023 levy was $7,723,459 at a rate of 0.81096
• Consent agenda includes accounts payable of $3,563,635.64 through October 28, 2024
• Resolution 2024-104 authorizing approval of certain executive session meeting minutes

Police Pension Board

The DeKalb Police Pension Board will approve minutes, hear an investment advisor report, and authorize bills totaling $22,500.44. They will consider a benefit request from Kevin Ferrigan, acknowledge Bryan Soderstrom's service purchase as paid, and discuss the 2025 budget and cash management.

• Payment of $18,855.44 to Wall and Associates for 3rd quarter consulting
• Payment of $1,000 each to Lauterbach and Amen for July and August ($2,000 total)
• Payment of $820 to First National Bank for 3rd quarter 2024
• Payment of $825 for IPPFA 2025 dues
• Benefit request from Kevin Ferrigan and acknowledgement of Bryan Soderstrom's service purchase

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board is meeting to review the third quarter FY2024 financials for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts and receive an update on current TIF #3 projects. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and setting the next meeting date. No specific dollar amounts or new proposals are listed.

• Approval of Joint Review Board meeting minutes from July 26, 2024 and September 27, 2024
• Presentation of the Third Quarter FY2024 TIF Financials
• Update on Current TIF #3 Projects

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will discuss an invitation to bid for a runway broom sweeper truck (DKB-4906) and consider changing the regular meeting time to either 6:00 PM or 5:00 PM. The board will also review minutes from the September 24 meeting and hear public comments.

• Runway Broom Sweeper Truck Invitation to Bid (DKB-4906)
• Discussion of changing Airport Advisory Board meeting time to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM
• Corporate Aircraft Association update (old business)
• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2024
• Public participation period

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

This is a special meeting of the DeKalb Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. The board will consider a request to move into executive session to conduct oral interviews for fire lieutenant candidates. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Request to enter executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for fire lieutenant candidate oral interviews

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a major annexation and rezoning petition for a 147-acre site at Peace Road and Fairview Drive to allow a 1,322,800-square-foot logistics and warehouse facility, and a variance request for a 5-foot fence at 604 Normal Road. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public participation.

• Public hearing – Mohr Acquisitions LLC petition for annexation, rezoning, and concept plan for 147 acres at northeast corner of Peace Road and Fairview Drive for a 1,322,800 sq ft logistics/manufacturing/warehouse building with expansion.
• Public hearing – Brittany Humphrey and Glenn Runkle petition for variance to allow 5-foot-high open fence in front yard along Northern Lane at 604 Normal Road.
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024 meeting.

Finance Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss proposed FY2025 General Fund budget parameters, including revenue projections of $51 million and a property tax levy of $8,341,336 entirely dedicated to police and fire pensions. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings and public participation.

• Consideration of proposed FY2025 budget parameters
• Proposed 2024 property tax levy of $8,341,336 for police and fire pensions
• Projected pension funding shortfall requiring use of other General Fund revenues
• General Fund revenues estimated at $51,002,166 for FY2025
• Unfunded state pension liabilities total $105,321,467 (fire: $58,732,996; police: $46,588,471)

The Finance Advisory Committee discussed the proposed FY2025 budget, including a property tax levy recommendation that would reduce the City's portion of property taxes and save the average homeowner about $100. The committee expressed support for the plan, which also includes a $2 million transfer from reserves for street maintenance and $500,000 for new dump trucks. No formal vote was taken on the levy; the committee will meet with the City Council on November 18 to review the full budget.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for minutes of Oct 16, 2023, Nov 20, 2023, and Aug 19, 2024 meetings (voice vote, unanimous)
• Discussed proposed FY2025 budget parameters, including property tax levy reduction and increased street maintenance spending
• No formal recommendation made on property tax levy; further discussion scheduled for Nov 18 joint meeting

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will consider updates to the 2021 International Building, Residential, Fire, Existing Building, and Property Maintenance Codes. No specific amendments or dollar amounts are listed; the meeting otherwise consists of procedural items including approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Review of 2021 International Building Code
• Review of 2021 International Residential Code
• Review of 2021 International Fire Code
• Review of 2021 International Existing Building Code
• Review of 2021 International Property Maintenance Code

Fire Pension Board

The DeKalb Firefighters Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to approve the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and the recommended tax levy. The board will also consider an actuarial contract and the approval of four new hires.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Adoption of Recommended Tax Levy
• Approval of Actuarial Contract
• Approval of new hires: Brian Mayer, Jacob Watson, Tabitha Long, and Tyler Christopherson
• Approval of financial statements for the quarter ended September 30, 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider a collective bargaining agreement for 54 AFSCME Local 813 employees and a construction contract for watermain replacement. The body will also review liquor license applications and several board reappointments.

• Collective bargaining agreement for AFSCME Local 813 including 3% COLA from 2025-2027
• Construction contract for Swallow Construction Corporation for watermain replacement at 300 E. Lincoln Highway ($175,000 to $190,000)
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford Bronco for DeKalb Fire Department not to exceed $42,388
• Liquor license for Flamingo Restaurant & Ice Cream at 1029 Pleasant Street
• Bar and video gaming liquor license for Athena’s Palace at 1704 Sycamore Road

Citizen Police Review Board

The Citizen Police Review Board will meet to conduct a policy review and discuss training from the National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement. The board is also scheduled to approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Training: National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement
• Policy Review
• Approval of September 19, 2024 minutes
• Approval and non-release of July 11, 2024 executive session minutes

DeKalb Public Library Board

The DeKalb Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on the FY2025 levy and budget, approve contracts for Biblioteca and CTI, and set the 2025 payscale. They will also receive a strategic plan update and review trustee training materials.

• Approve FY2025 Levy and Budget
• Approve Biblioteca Contract
• Approve CTI Contract
• Approve 2025 Payscale
• Strategic Plan Update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a rezoning and final plat for the NIU Center for Greek Life at the northwest corner of W. Hillcrest Dr. and Blackhawk Rd., and a variance request by the DeKalb Township Road District for a storage building/repair shop and fence at 2323 S. 4th St. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public participation.

• Public hearing on rezoning 5.18 acres at NW corner of W. Hillcrest Dr. and Blackhawk Rd. from LC to PD-C for NIU Center for Greek Life
• Public hearing on variance to allow 9,600 sq. ft. storage building/repair shop to encroach into rear yard setback at 2323 S. 4th St.
• Variance request for an 8-foot high privacy fence along portion of west property line at 2323 S. 4th St.
• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2024 meeting

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will meet to review the 2021 versions of several international building and safety codes. The board will also approve minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting.

• Review of 2021 International Building Code
• Review of 2021 International Residential Code
• Review of 2021 International Fire Code
• Review of 2021 International Existing Building Code
• Review of 2021 International Property Maintenance Code

Citizens' Environmental Commission

The Citizens' Environmental Commission will receive reports from the DeKalb County Health Department, Park District, Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District, and Northern Illinois University. New business includes an update on sustainability progress covering the Morton Arboretum Tree Equity Grant, the EV Readiness Program, and Tree City USA, as well as a proposal to rename the PRIDE Award. Old business involves planning next articles for the Daily Chronicle and upcoming events.

• Update on Morton Arboretum Tree Equity Grant
• Update on EV Readiness Program
• Update on Tree City USA status
• Proposal to change name to PRIDE Award
• Reports from DeKalb County Health Department, Park District, Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District, and NIU

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board is reviewing a proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) redevelopment plan for the South Fourth Street corridor from Taylor Street to I-88. The plan aims to incentivize private investment in an area identified as a conservation area with deteriorating infrastructure.

• Proposed TIF area covering 205 acres and 213 parcels of real property
• Total estimated redevelopment costs of $13,205,500
• Estimated $550,000 for remediation of the former Protano Salvage Yard
• Previous $44,500 contract with PGAV Planners of St. Louis for feasibility study
• Public hearing scheduled for October 28 with possible ordinance adoption November 12

Airport Advisory Board

The DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport Advisory Board will review old business including the Runway 9/27 rehabilitation project (DKB-5063), the aircraft parking apron replacement (DKB-4924), and the Corporate Aircraft Association. New business involves an invitation to bid on a runway broom sweeper truck (DKB-4906) and consideration of an Everest Fuel Agreement.

• Rehabilitate Runway 9/27 (DKB-5063)
• Remove and replace portion of aircraft parking apron (DKB-4924)
• Corporate Aircraft Association update
• Runway broom sweeper truck invitation to bid (DKB-4906)
• Everest Fuel Agreement

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions and an ordinance at its regular meeting. Key items include a $288,780 contract with Fer-Pal Construction to line a deteriorated water main under I-88, a 10-year extension of the transit shelter advertising agreement with View Transit, and second reading of an ordinance creating a cosmetic liquor license for barbershops and salons. Council will also discuss dedicating the remaining $20,000 of a county grant to the Project Launchpad program.

• Resolution 2024-097: $288,780 contract with Fer-Pal Construction USA LLC to line 340 feet of 16-inch water main under I-88 near Crego Road
• Resolution 2024-096: 10-year extension of transit shelter advertising agreement with View Transit LLC (2025–2035)
• Ordinance 2024-044 (second reading): Adding cosmetic liquor license allowing low-alcohol beverage sales in barbershops and salons
• Consideration of $20,000 Community Economic Development Implementation Grant from DeKalb County Community Foundation for Opportunity DeKalb's Project Launchpad
• Resolution 2024-098: Authorizing up to $21,194.25 from Liability & Property Claims Fund to replace damaged Phoenix G2 ATX Station Controller at Fire Station 1

Citizen Police Review Board

The Citizen Police Review Board will hold a regular meeting with items including approval of minutes from July 11, a training session by the National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement, and a policy review. No votes on complaints or other substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Training: National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE)
• Policy Review of board procedures
• Chairman's update on board membership
• Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public participation period

Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission

The Citizens’ Community Enhancement Commission will consider a new mural project at 7th Street & East Lincoln Highway as new business. They will also receive updates on ongoing projects including utility box murals, Paint-A-Plug, a Four Seasons video, a memorial bench, and the Let’s Move to the Music initiative.

• Discussion of a new mural at 7th Street & East Lincoln Highway
• Update on utility box murals
• Update on Paint-A-Plug program
• Update on Four Seasons video
• Update on memorial bench and Let’s Move to the Music

The commission discussed a proposed mural for the east wall of a building at Lincoln Highway and Seventh Street, supporting Chair Hoey's input that the 'flying ear' corn logo idea was not ambitious enough and suggesting adding phrases like 'Home to agricultural innovation' and barbed wire. No formal decisions were made; staff will share feedback with the city. Other updates included utility box mural agreements, Paint-a-Plug designs, and a Four Seasons video project.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 15, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Supported Chair Hoey's feedback on 7th St mural concept (no formal vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a city-led rezoning request and updates to the municipal code. The commission is reviewing a proposal to change a 3-acre vacant city-owned lot to a commercial district to support airport operations.

• Public hearing for rezoning 2100 Pleasant Street from Heavy Industrial (HI) to General Commercial (GC)
• Public hearing for miscellaneous text amendments to Chapter 23 Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) of the Municipal Code

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-0-2 to recommend City Council approval of rezoning the city-owned 3-acre property at 2100 Pleasant Street from Heavy Industrial (HI) to General Commercial (GC). The Commission also voted 4-0-2 to recommend approval of multiple text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance, including a restriction that off-site signs cannot be electronic changeable copy signs. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended rezoning 2100 Pleasant St. from HI to GC (4-0-2)
• Recommended UDO text amendments with off-site sign restriction (4-0-2)
• Approved September 16, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

DeKalb Public Library Board

The DeKalb Public Library Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, voting on the 2025 nonresident fee structure and closed dates, and approving memoranda of understanding with Menta and Kishwaukee United Way. The board will also discuss the proposed TIF district and the FY 2025 budget, along with reviewing the director's report and August financials. Old business includes consideration of quiet room changes.

• Approve 2025 Nonresident Fee Structure
• Approve 2025 Closed Dates
• Approve MOU with Menta
• Approve MOU with Kishwaukee United Way
• Discuss Proposed TIF District and FY 2025 Budget

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will discuss and review the 2021 International Building Code, International Residential Code, International Fire Code, and International Existing Building Code. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the meeting also includes standard procedural items.

• Review of the 2021 International Building Code
• Review of the 2021 International Residential Code
• Review of the 2021 International Fire Code
• Review of the 2021 International Existing Building Code

City Council

The City Council will hear first readings of two ordinances: one adopting the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code with electrical code amendments, and another creating a 'Cosmetic Liquor License' for beauty salons to serve low-alcohol beverages. The council will also vote on two TIF architectural improvement grants totaling nearly $28,000 for properties on S. Third Street and E. Lincoln Highway. The consent agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, accounts payable of $2,401,319.90, and investment/revenue summaries.

• Resolution 2024-094 authorizing $2,858 TIF Architectural Improvement grant for emergency roof repairs at 147-149 S. Third Street
• Resolution 2024-095 authorizing $25,000 non-TIF AIP grant for building remodel at 830 E. Lincoln Highway
• First reading of ordinance adopting 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code and amending 2023 National Electrical Code
• First reading of ordinance adding a Cosmetic Liquor License for beauty salons, allowing beer, wine, and seltzer sales during services
• Consent agenda includes accounts payable and payroll through September 9 totaling $2,401,319.90

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance adding a cosmetic liquor license to Chapter 38, allowing businesses like salons and barbershops to serve low-ABV beverages. The vote was 4-2 with one recusal, and a second reading was not waived, so the ordinance will return for final consideration on September 23, 2024. The council also approved two TIF architectural improvement incentives and adopted the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-043 adopting 2021 ISPSC and NFPA 70 amendments (7-0-1)
• Waived second reading of Ordinance 2024-043 (7-0-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-044 adding cosmetic liquor license (4-2-1-1, Powell recused)
• Approved Resolution 2024-094 TIF AIP incentive for 147-149 S. Third Street, $2,858 (6-0-1-1, Barnes recused)
• Approved Resolution 2024-095 TIF AIP incentive for 830 E. Lincoln Highway, $25,000 (7-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $2,401,319.90 (7-0-1)

Citizens' Environmental Commission

The Citizens' Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss cost-effective business strategies regarding NIU procurement. The body is also reviewing public education campaigns and upcoming articles for the Daily Chronicle.

• NIU Procurement cost effective business strategies
• Public education campaigns
• Daily Chronicle articles on climate change education and waste management

The Citizens' Environmental Commission approved a motion to begin creating social media content based on its monthly newspaper article. The commission also discussed public education campaigns and other Sustainability Plan actions, but no other formal decisions were made. Reports covered upcoming hazardous waste and electronics recycling collections, the City's adoption of the Sustainability Plan and Greenest Region Compact, and awards for water quality and energy efficiency.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 2, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to create social media content from monthly newspaper article (unanimous)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to consider a request to enter executive session. The purpose of the session is to conduct oral interviews for entry level and lateral police officer candidates.

• Oral interviews for entry level and lateral police officer candidates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 3, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss board business. The primary item is a request to enter executive session to interview entry level and lateral police officer candidates.

• Oral interviews for entry level and lateral police officer candidates

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board is meeting to vote on final amendments to several national building codes adopted by the city. Items scheduled for final approval include the National Electrical Code, International Property Maintenance Code, and International Swimming Pool and Spa Code. The board will also review the International Building, Residential, Fire, and Existing Building codes without a stated action.

• Final amendment approval for the National Electrical Code
• Final amendment approval for the International Property Maintenance Code
• Final amendment approval for the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• Review of International Building Code
• Review of International Fire Code

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board is meeting to review old and new business regarding airport infrastructure. Discussions include the rehabilitation of Runway 9/27 and the replacement of a portion of the aircraft parking apron.

• Rehabilitate Runway 9/27 (DKB-5063)
• Remove and Replace Portion of Aircraft Parking Apron
• Corporate Aircraft Association

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting in special session to consider a request to move into executive session to conduct oral interviews for entry-level and lateral police officer candidates. The agenda contains no other substantive items beyond this hiring-related action.

• Approval of a request to move to executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) to interview entry-level and lateral police officer candidates

City Council

The City Council will conduct a 'distant early warning' public hearing on the proposed South Fourth Street TIF redevelopment plan, which has been reduced to 205 acres and 213 parcels with an estimated total project cost of $13,205,500. A resolution will be considered to set a formal public hearing for October 28, 2024. The consent agenda includes $3,270,862.20 in accounts payable and payroll. A separate resolution authorizes a $25,000 non-TIF Architectural Improvement Program grant for the DeKalb Elks Lodge parking lot resurfacing.

• Public hearing on proposed South Fourth Street TIF district (reduced to 205 acres; estimated total costs $13,205,500)
• Resolution 2024-092 setting October 28, 2024 public hearing for TIF plan adoption
• Resolution 2024-093 authorizing $25,000 AIP grant for DeKalb Elks Lodge parking lot at 209 S. Annie Glidden Road
• Accounts payable and payroll through August 26, 2024 totaling $3,270,862.20
• Appointment of Linda Srygler to Citizens' Environmental Commission through December 31, 2025

The DeKalb City Council approved a resolution setting a public hearing for the proposed South Fourth Street TIF district, approved a $25,000 incentive for the DeKalb Elks Lodge, and gave final approval to a hotel development at 902 Peace Road. The council also passed ordinances on first reading to adjust elected officer salaries (including reducing the City Clerk salary to $0) and to reduce the Citizens' Environmental Commission membership. All votes were 7-0-1 except where noted, with Alderman Smith absent.

• Approved Resolution 2024-092 setting public hearing for South Fourth Street TIF (7-0-1)
• Approved $25,000 AIP incentive for DeKalb Elks Lodge (6-0-1-1, Perkins recused)
• Approved final development plan for Towneplace Suites/Fairfield Inn at 902 Peace Road (7-0-1)
• Approved ordinance adjusting elected officer salaries, including zeroing City Clerk salary (6-1-1, Zasada nay)
• Waived second reading of salary ordinance (5-2-1, Zasada and Larson nay)
• Approved ordinance reducing Citizens' Environmental Commission from 8 to 6 members (7-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $3,270,862.20 in accounts payable (7-0-1)
• Appointed Linda Srygler to Citizens' Environmental Commission (7-0-1)

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will meet to review several 2021 International building and safety codes. This process determines which standards the city adopts for construction and maintenance.

• Review of 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
• Review of 2021 International Building Code
• Review of 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• Review of 2021 International Residential Code
• Review of 2021 International Fire and Existing Building Codes

City Council

The City Council and Finance Advisory Committee are meeting jointly to consider key assumptions for the Fiscal Year 2025 City Budget. This discussion focuses on General Fund revenues, including property taxes, sales taxes, and state-shared revenues, as well as police and fire pension obligations and the proposed property tax levy of $8,341,336. No final decisions are made; the meeting serves to review working projections ahead of more detailed budget discussions in October.

• Discussion of FY2025 General Fund revenue assumptions, with major sources totaling $35,786,970 (70.17% of projected revenues)
• Proposed police and fire pension levy of $8,341,336, an 8% increase over FY2024, with unfunded liabilities at $105,321,467
• Projected property tax rate decreasing 2% to 0.79441 per $100 EAV, continuing a trend of rate reduction since 2018
• Meta development contributed $1,016,194 in property taxes to the City in 2023, up from $353,419 in 2022
• General Fund reserve expected to steadily diminish over the next decade, potentially falling below the 25% policy threshold

The City Council and Finance Advisory Committee held a special meeting to discuss key assumptions for the FY2025 budget, including revenue projections, pension liabilities, and proposed transfers from the fund balance for infrastructure repairs. No formal decisions were made; the City Manager will bring the topic back at the next budget presentation. The Finance Advisory Committee lacked a quorum, so its members could not participate officially.

• Appointed Alderman Barb Larson as Temporary Chair (5-3 voice vote)
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-3 roll call vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-3 voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request to allow a 6-foot privacy fence at 505 Fox Hollow, and consider approval of a final development plan for the Towneplace Suites and Fairfield Inn Hotel at 902 Peace Road. The commission will also approve minutes from the August 5 meeting.

• Public hearing: variance to allow 6-ft privacy fence in front yard at 505 Fox Hollow (Stanley Wheeler)
• Final development plan for Towneplace Suites and Fairfield Inn Hotel at 902 Peace Road (Peace Road Hotels LLC)
• Approval of August 5, 2024 meeting minutes

The DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission approved a variance for a 6-foot privacy fence at 505 Fox Hollow and recommended approval of a final development plan for a 120-room hotel at 902 Peace Road. Both motions passed 4-0-2 with two members absent. The hotel plan is subject to staff comments being addressed before a building permit is issued.

• Approved variance for 6-foot privacy fence at 505 Fox Hollow (4-0-2)
• Recommended approval of final development plan for 120-room hotel at 902 Peace Road (4-0-2)

Finance Advisory Committee

The City Council and Finance Advisory Committee will consider key assumptions for the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, focusing on General Fund revenues and police/fire pension obligations. The discussion includes proposed property tax levies, sales tax projections, and the impact of the Meta data center development. Unfunded pension liabilities total $105 million, and the city's reserve fund is projected to decline over the next decade.

• Proposed FY2025 property tax levy of $8,341,336 entirely dedicated to police and fire pensions
• General Fund revenue projection of $51,002,166 for FY2025
• Unfunded police and fire pension liabilities total $105,321,467 (as of 2024)
• Meta data center contributed $1,369,614 in property taxes to the City in tax year 2023
• City's operating reserve projected to fall below the policy threshold of 25% of annual expenditures within ten years

The City Council and Finance Advisory Committee held a special joint meeting to discuss key assumptions for the FY2025 budget, including revenue projections, pension liabilities, and proposed transfers from the fund balance for infrastructure repairs. No formal decisions were made; the discussion was informational, with the City Manager to bring more details to the next budget presentation.

• Appointed Alderman Barb Larson as Temporary Chair (5-3 voice vote)
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-3 roll call vote)
• Discussed FY2025 budget assumptions, including $51M projected expenses
• Discussed proposed $1M transfer to capital projects for infrastructure
• Discussed proposed $500,000 transfer for four dump trucks
• Discussed potential $2M additional transfer for infrastructure, totaling $4.5M
• No formal votes on budget or transfers taken

DeKalb Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve an Artificial Intelligence Policy and a Barracuda Firewall Contract. The board is also considering a $55,000 transfer to reserves and updates to program policies.

• Approval of Artificial Intelligence Policy
• Approval of Barracuda Firewall Contract
• Transfer of $55,000 to Reserves
• Review of Capital Needs Plan
• Discussion regarding changes to Quiet Room

Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board

The DeKalb Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board will hold a regular meeting to review completed and pending purchases, approve the treasurer's report for the second quarter of 2024, discuss the Station 4 budget, and discuss and approve items to purchase. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and public participation.

• Approval of Treasurer's Report for 2nd quarter of 2024
• Discussion of Station 4 Budget
• Discussion and Approval of Items to Purchase
• Review of Completed and Pending Purchases

The DeKalb Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board approved the purchase of three Rogue Rubber Hex Dumbbell sets (55-100 lbs.) at $2,749 each and three Rogue Curl Bars at $245 each, totaling $9,057. The board also approved the treasurer's report for the second quarter of 2024 and discussed potential furnishings for Station 4, estimated at $40,000-$45,000, but took no action on those items.

• Approved purchase of 3 Rogue Rubber Hex Dumbbell sets (55-100 lbs.) at $2,749 each, total $8,247 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 3 Rogue Curl Bars at $245 each, total $810 (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer's report for 2nd quarter 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 13, 2024 (voice vote, unanimous)

DeKalb Public Library Board

The Policy Review Committee of the DeKalb Public Library Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on revisions to the Personnel Manual and Program Policy, and consider a new Artificial Intelligence Policy. They will also vote on approving minutes from January 22, 2024.

• Approve January 22, 2024 minutes
• Personnel Manual Revisions
• Program Policy Revisions
• Artificial Intelligence Policy

City Council

The City Council will discuss several intergovernmental agreements for emergency services and airport security. The body is also reviewing a subdivision plat on Fairview Drive and a special use permit for an amusement business.

• Project DKB-5118 to replace airport perimeter fencing at an estimated $1,250,000
• Accounts payable and payroll through August 12, 2024, totaling $4,047,772.01
• Retail Tobacco Store License for Luckys Smoke N Food LLC at 110 E. Hillcrest Drive
• Special Use Permit for 'The Wreck Room' amusement establishment at 901 Lucinda Avenue
• Proposed $3,000 city contribution for the L&S Re-subdivision No. One on Fairview Drive

The DeKalb City Council approved a $3,000 contribution toward the purchase of a property at Fairview Drive as part of the L&S Resubdivision No. One final plat, despite some aldermen opposing the use of taxpayer funds. The council also approved several resolutions, including a retail tobacco license, an EMS agreement with the school district, participation in the GEMT program, and an airport fence project. First readings were approved for ordinances related to a special use permit for an amusement establishment and the establishment of an interested parties registry for a proposed TIF district.

• Approved $3,000 assistance for Fairview Drive property purchase (4-3)
• Approved final plat of L&S Resubdivision No. One (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 2024-088: Retail tobacco license for Luckys Smoke N Food (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-089: EMS agreement with School District 428 for football games (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-090: GEMT program participation (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-091: Airport fence replacement project (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-037: Special use permit for amusement establishment at 901 Lucinda Ave (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-038: Interested parties registry for South Fourth Street TIF (7-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners has cancelled its quarterly meeting scheduled for August 6, 2024. No business will be conducted at this time.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The DeKalb Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition by Miles Mapes for a special use permit to operate an amusement establishment (rage room and video game arcade) at 901 Lucinda Ave., Unit G. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from July 15, 2024.

• Public hearing for special use permit for amusement establishment (rage room, video game arcade) at 901 Lucinda Ave., Unit G.
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2024 meeting.

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend approval of a special use permit for an amusement establishment (rage room, video game arcade) at 901 Lucinda Ave., Unit G. The recommendation will go to the City Council for final decision. No public comments were made at the hearing.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved July 15, 2024 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for amusement establishment at 901 Lucinda Ave., Unit G (4-0)

Fire Pension Board

The DeKalb Firefighters Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to approve financial reports and pension board rules. The board will also consider a fiduciary liability insurance proposal and the addition of a new member.

• Financial Statements for Quarter Ended June 30, 2024
• Fiduciary Liability Insurance Proposal
• Approval of new member Joseph Batusich (DOH 06/22/2024, Tier 2)
• Approval of Pension Board Rules and Regulations
• Annual Department of Insurance and Municipal Compliance Reports

The DeKalb Firefighters Pension Board approved revised board rules and regulations, purchased fiduciary liability and crime insurance policies, and approved a new Tier 2 firefighter/paramedic. The board also approved financial statements, bills, and investment cash flow policies, including maintaining a minimum FNBO balance and monthly transfers for benefit payments.

• Approved financial statements for quarter ending June 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Ratified bills paid April 1 – June 30, 2024, totaling $6,760.00 (unanimous)
• Approved keeping FNBO balance between $500,000 and $700,000, transferring excess to Consolidated Fire Investment Fund (unanimous)
• Approved monthly auto transfer of $410,000 from Consolidated Fire Pension Fund to FNBO for benefit payments (unanimous)
• Approved revised Pension Board Rules and Regulations (unanimous)
• Approved purchasing 1-year fiduciary liability and 3-year prepaid crime policy for $8,270.00, covering Jill Voight and Samantha Ruby (unanimous)
• Approved Joseph Batusich as Tier 2 firefighter/paramedic, hired 06/24/2024 (unanimous)

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board is meeting to review the 2021 Building Code and the 2023 National Electrical Code Amendments. The board will also review several international codes regarding residential, fire, building, existing building, property maintenance, and swimming pool and spa standards.

• National Electrical Code 2023 Amendments
• International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• International Residential Code
• International Fire Code
• International Building Code

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will hear a presentation on second-quarter FY2024 TIF #3 financials and an update on current projects, including a proposed South Fourth Street Corridor TIF district. The board will also consider approving minutes from April 2024. The TIF #3 update covers recent Architectural Improvement Program grants and major project progress at 223 S. Fourth Street.

• Discussion of a proposed South Fourth Street Corridor TIF district, with a PGAV Planners study (contract $44,500) and step-by-step adoption process outlined
• Architectural Improvement Program grants approved: $25,000 for Hanigan Partners (235 E. Lincoln Hwy), $2,982.50 for Cracker Jax (118 N. Third St), $23,380 for 209 Grove St
• Sewer repair grants for four downtown properties: 128 E. Lincoln Hwy ($5,683.75), 214 E. Lincoln Hwy ($11,300), 250 E. Lincoln Hwy ($1,125), 302 E. Lincoln Hwy ($13,687)
• Update on 223 S. Fourth Street (City Hall Suites) – first building occupied, final reimbursement of $750,000 TIF #3 grant allocated in Q4 2023
• Presentation of second-quarter FY2024 TIF #3 financials, including income statement, revenue & expenditure report, project tracker, and 2023 audit compliance report

The Joint Review Board approved the agenda and April 26, 2024 minutes, and received presentations on second quarter FY2024 TIF financials and current TIF #3 projects. Discussion focused on the proposed South Fourth Street TIF, including property selection, potential uses of funds, and a request for taxing bodies to review the study for a special meeting. No formal decisions were made on the proposed TIF.

• Appointed Liam Sullivan as Acting Chair (voice vote)
• Approved the meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved April 26, 2024 minutes (voice vote; Zepezauer abstained)

Police Pension Board

The DeKalb Police Pension Board will consider bills totaling over $32,000, including a consulting fee of $18,960.88 and legal fees. They will also vote on appointing Kally Calgaro of Lauterbach and Amen as an authorized account representative and elect board officers for the upcoming term.

• Payment of $18,960.88 to Wall and Associates for 2nd quarter 2024 consulting fee
• Legal fees to Lauterbach and Amen totaling $5,545 for various services
• Application for membership: Blake Vetillo (DOH 12/27/23), Marcus Jones (DOH 12/27/23), Katy Liesen (DOH 04/29/24)
• Resolution appointing Kally Calgaro as Authorized Account Representative
• Election of officers: proposed slate of Jim Kayes (President), Craig Woodruff (Vice President), Keith Ehrke (Secretary), Patrick Fagan (Assistant Secretary)

Airport Advisory Board

The DeKalb Airport Advisory Board will consider two infrastructure projects: rehabilitating Runway 9/27 and replacing a portion of the aircraft parking apron. No votes or funding amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Rehabilitate Runway 9/27 (project DKB-5063)
• Remove and replace portion of aircraft parking apron

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning the Goldin property at Gurler and Peace Roads to allow for a data center and increased building square footage. The meeting also includes discussions on public transit route changes and a report on the city's central record-keeping system.

• Public hearing on rezoning the Goldin property (Northeast corner of Gurler Road and Peace Road) to allow a data center and increase max square footage to 2,000,000
• Proposed public transit route changes starting August 26, 2024, with an estimated net cost of $27,601
• Accounts Payable and Payroll through July 22, 2024, totaling $4,193,931.42
• Resolution 2024-080 for a Workers’ Compensation Lump Sum Petition for Matthew Holuj in the amount of $20,917.25
• Staff report on the update of the City’s Central Record-Keeping System

The DeKalb City Council approved a $200,000 land sale to the NIU Real Estate Foundation for a Greek Life Center, advanced data center amendments for the Goldin property, and placed a referendum on the November ballot asking voters if the City Clerk should be appointed rather than elected. The council also approved several contracts and resolutions, including dump truck purchases and road construction. One agenda item was removed due to ongoing negotiations.

• Approved $200,000 land sale to NIU Real Estate Foundation for Greek Life Center (8-0)
• Approved first reading and waived second reading of Goldin property data center amendments (8-0)
• Approved referendum on November ballot to make City Clerk appointed (8-0)
• Approved $921,740 purchase of four dump trucks (8-0)
• Approved $313,000 construction contract for Annie Glidden Road underpass (8-0)
• Approved $400,000 joint funding agreement for Lucinda Avenue reconstruction (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $4,193,931.42 in accounts payable (8-0)
• Removed Fairview Drive subdivision plat from agenda (7-1)

Fire Pension Board

This meeting of the Firefighters Pension Fund Board of Trustees was cancelled and rescheduled. The next meeting will be held on August 2, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. No business items or decisions are included in this notice.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to consider moving into executive session. The purpose of the session is to conduct oral interviews for Fire Battalion Chief and lateral police officer candidates.

• Oral interviews for Fire Battalion Chief candidates
• Oral interviews for lateral police officer candidates

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will meet to review the 2021 Building Code. The discussion includes several international codes and specific amendments to the 2023 National Electrical Code.

• National Electrical Code 2023 Amendments
• International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• International Residential Code
• International Fire Code
• International Property Maintenance Code

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a petition to allow a data center on a 132-acre site. The body will also consider a variance request for a residential privacy fence.

• Petition by Karis Acquisitions, LLC to add 'Data Center' as a permitted use and increase building square footage at the northeast corner of Peace Road and Gurler Road
• Public hearing for a variance requested by Steve Shipman for a 6-foot-high privacy fence at 960 N. 12th St.

Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission

The Citizens’ Community Enhancement Commission will meet to discuss new initiatives regarding utility box mural locations and Paint-A-Plug applications. The body will also review updates on existing projects including a veterans mural and a memorial bench.

• Utility box mural locations
• Paint-A-Plug applications
• Veterans mural
• Four Seasons video
• Memorial bench

Citizen Police Review Board

The Citizen Police Review Board will meet to conduct reviews of cases 24CPRB04 and 24CPRB05. The agenda also includes a discussion on training with the National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement and a policy review. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel performance and security procedures.

• Case reviews for 24CPRB04 and 24CPRB05
• Training discussion regarding NACOLE
• Policy review
• Executive session on employee performance and discipline
• Executive session on security procedures

DeKalb Public Library Board

The DeKalb Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve June 2024 minutes and monthly bills. The board also plans to discuss Chapter 7 of the Trustee Facts File and library standards.

• Review of Chapter 7 Trustee Facts File and Library Standards
• Approval of June 2024 monthly bills
• LIRA Insurance Appraisal communication
• Announcement regarding the Linda J. Conrad Gift

City Council

The City Council will review the FY2025 budget development calendar and several resolutions. These include an agreement to sell city property to the NIU Foundation and a lease amendment for T-Mobile. The council will also consider an engineering contract to support lead service line replacements.

• $200,000 real estate sale of parcels to NIU Foundation
• Engineering contract up to $79,836 for lead service line replacement program
• T-Mobile lease amendment at 900 West Dresser Road
• Approval of FY2025 budget development calendar

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will review components of the 2021 Building Code. This includes a presentation on fire prevention and discussions regarding various international safety codes that govern local construction.

• International Residential Code – Fire Prevention presentation
• National Electrical Code 2023 Amendments
• Review of International Fire, Building, and Property Maintenance Codes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for two petitions requesting 6-foot privacy fences in front yards. The commission will also consider the L&S Resubdivision No. One on Fairview Drive.

• Variance for a 6-foot privacy fence and structure at 928 N. 14th Street
• Variance for a 6-foot privacy fence at 627 Fox Hollow
• L&S Resubdivision No. One – Fairview Drive

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will review minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes discussion regarding the rehabilitation of Runway 9/27 (DKB-5063), a ComEd lease update, and the Phase 1 Fencing Project.

• Rehabilitation of Runway 9/27 (DKB-5063)
• ComEd Lease Update
• Phase 1 Fencing Project

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions, including a liquor license for The Flame restaurant and an airport lease renewal with Commonwealth Edison. They will also consider a property sale on Davy Street and an amendment to a street maintenance contract. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the 2023 Community Development Block Grant report.

• Rezoning of 1104-1124 S. Fourth Street for A.H. Auto Repair
• Sale of 509 Davy Street to Jose Barrera Nieves for $7,000
• Liquor license for The Flame at 209 E. Lincoln Highway
• Police software upgrade contract not to exceed $30,000
• Amendment to street maintenance contract totaling $2,603,000

Building Code Review Board

The Board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from June 4, 2024. The meeting includes a review of various 2021 International Codes, including building, fire, and property maintenance codes.

• Review of the 2021 Building Code
• Review of the 2021 International Fire Code
• Review of the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
• Approval of minutes from June 4, 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider rezoning 1104–1124 S. 4th St. to allow for a vehicle repair facility, a hair salon, and residential units. The agenda also includes a review of the final plat for the Algus Subdivision at 200 Peace Road.

• Rezoning of 1104–1124 S. 4th St. from General Commercial to Planned Development Commercial District
• Final Plat approval for the Algus Subdivision at 200 Peace Road

DeKalb Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to review library standards and the Trustee Facts File. The agenda includes approving May 2024 monthly bills and the minutes from the May 22, 2024 meeting. The board will also receive communications regarding an Illinois Per Capita Grant Award.

• Review of Library Standards – Chapter 6
• Illinois Per Capita Grant Award communication
• Approval of May 2024 Monthly Bills
• Review of Trustee Facts File – Chapter 6

City Council

The City Council will review the FY2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and its audit results. The agenda also includes authorizing $50,000 for parking lot resurfacing at Barb City Manor and adopting a new environmental sustainability plan.

• Adoption of the 2024 Environmental Sustainability Plan
• $50,000 allocation to Barb City Manor for parking lot resurfacing
• Filing of the FY2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and audit results
• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $1,988,286.17

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will meet to review several 2021 International Codes. This includes the International Building, Residential, Existing Building, Fire, Swimming Pool and Spa, and Property Maintenance codes.

• Review of 2021 International Building Code
• Review of 2021 International Fire Code
• Review of 2021 International Property Maintenance Code

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 3, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the DeKalb Public Library has been cancelled. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board is meeting to review ongoing and new infrastructure projects. Discussions include the status of the apron reconstruction and plans for runway rehabilitation and solar initiatives.

• Apron Reconstruction Project (DKB-4924)
• Rehabilitate Runway 9/27 (DKB-5063)
• Dekalb Airport Solar

City Council

The DeKalb City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving the purchase of three police patrol vehicles and related equipment for up to $210,000, and adopting updated building codes. The council will also vote on resolutions for a community event and amendments to the FY2023 budget. No public hearings or major policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Resolution 2024-056: Authorizes agreement with DeKalb Corn Classic and Kishwaukee Sunrise Rotary Club for 2024 events, including fee waiver.
• Resolution 2024-057: Approves up to $210,000 for three Dodge patrol vehicles (two Durangos, one Charger) and upfitting from Galena Dodge, CDS Office Systems, Ray O’Herron’s, and others.
• Ordinance 2024-024 (first reading): Adopts 2021 International Mechanical Code, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, 2023 National Electrical Code, 2021 Illinois Energy Conservation Code, and amendments to Illinois Plumbing Code.
• Ordinance 2024-025 (first reading): Amends FY2023 budget with audit adjustments, including $4.41M bond for Fire Station #4 and other fund changes.
• Consent agenda includes accounts payable of $2,542,967.17 and minutes from three prior meetings.

DeKalb Public Library Board

The DeKalb Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, reports, and several action items. Key decisions include approving contracts for stair refinishing and a backup server, transferring $150,000 from reserve funds to operations, and discussing updates on electrical work, landscaping, and the 2023 tax levy. The board will also administer the oath of office to a new trustee and review governance documents.

• Approve Stainmaster Stairs Refinishing Contract
• Approve Barracuda Backup Server Contract
• Approve transfer of $150,000 reserve funds to operations
• Update on 2023 Tax Levy
• Deck/Roof Replacement Project (new business)

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will meet to review the 2021 editions of several international codes, including building, residential, existing building, fire, swimming pool and spa, and property maintenance codes. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public participation.

• Review of 2021 International Building Code
• Review of 2021 International Residential Code
• Review of 2021 International Fire Code
• Review of 2021 International Property Maintenance Code
• Public participation with 3-minute limit

Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission

The Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission is meeting to discuss new business including a video presentation, the Paint-A-Plug 2024 program, and retirements from that program. They will also receive updates on ongoing projects such as the veterans mural, utility box murals, a memorial bench, and the Let's Move to the Music event. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Paint-A-Plug 2024 program discussion
• Paint-A-Plug retirements
• Veterans mural update
• Utility box murals update
• Memorial bench update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The meeting scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2024, at the DeKalb Public Library has been cancelled.

Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board

The board will review completed and pending purchases, discuss and approve new items to purchase, and approve the treasurer's report for the first quarter of 2024. The meeting is largely procedural with no specific dollar amounts or project names listed.

• Review of completed and pending purchases
• Approval of treasurer's report for Q1 2024
• Discussion and approval of items to purchase

City Council

The DeKalb City Council will consider awarding a $3,688,000 construction contract to Irving Construction for the new Fire Station #4 at 1130 S. Malta Road, along with several other resolutions including water well repairs, a new pickup truck, a liquor license, and event approvals. The agenda also includes proclamations, appointments, and a presentation on the Fire Department's 2023 annual report.

• Resolution 2024-044: Award $3,688,000 contract to Irving Construction for Fire Station #4 at 1130 S. Malta Road
• Resolution 2024-045: Approve $74,007 agreement with Layne Christensen for well repairs and replacement parts
• Resolution 2024-046: Purchase Ford F-250 pickup truck for $59,868
• Resolution 2024-047: Approve hospitality liquor license for Cuatro Amigos Venue at 240 E. Lincoln Highway
• Resolution 2024-048/049/050: Approve 2024 Corn Fest agreement, liquor license, and traffic closure on IL Route 38

Citizen Police Review Board

The Citizen Police Review Board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive a chairman's update. The board will discuss training with the National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement and review policies, including possibly the use of force policy. No case reviews are scheduled for this meeting.

• Training: National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement
• Policy review discussion, including possible use of force policy
• Public participation with 3-minute speaker limit
• Approval of April 11, 2024 minutes
• Next meeting date to be set

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will review final amendments to several codes including the National Electrical Code, Fuel Gas Code, Energy Conservation Code, Mechanical Code, and Plumbing Code. The board will then finalize its recommendations to the City Manager.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a petition by The Curtis Rental Group, Inc. for a special use permit. The request involves the rental of trucks and trailers at the 1371 S. 4th St. property. Staff recommends limiting storage areas and vehicle sizes to accommodate the surrounding residential area.

• Public hearing: Special use permit for truck and trailer rentals at 1371 S. 4th St.
• Proposed restriction: Trucks not to exceed 26 feet in length
• Proposed restriction: Trailers not to exceed 32 feet in length

Citizens' Environmental Commission

The DeKalb Citizens' Environmental Commission is meeting to hear reports from local agencies and discuss a sustainability plan update. The agenda is largely routine, with public comment, minutes approval, and announcements, plus planning for future newsletter articles.

• Sustainability Plan Update discussion
• Reports from DeKalb County Health Department, DeKalb Park District, Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District, NIU, and City Staff Liaison
• Next articles for Daily Chronicle
• Next meeting scheduled for June 6, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The DeKalb Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider abolishing the current Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List and to move into executive session for oral interviews of lateral police officer candidates. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call, public participation, and approval of the agenda.

• Approval of request to abolish the current Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
• Move to executive session for oral interviews of lateral police officer candidates

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for firefighter/paramedic candidates. The agenda includes a request to move into executive session for these interviews, as permitted by state law. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Special meeting on April 30, 2024 at 10:30 AM
• Executive session for oral interviews of firefighter/paramedic candidates
• Public participation period

City Council

The DeKalb City Council is holding a special meeting for a strategic planning workshop, facilitated by the City Manager, to discuss the city's vision, prioritize goals, and review capital equipment and infrastructure needs. The agenda includes sessions on visioning, prioritizing, and a detailed review of street maintenance and fleet replacement funding options. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and planning.

• Review of 2024-2028 street maintenance program, allocating about $12 million to resurface 26 of 130 centerline miles
• Discussion of funding options for street maintenance, noting a need for an additional $1 million per year for five years to raise pavement condition to 'fair'
• Review of fleet replacement strategy, including a master lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management and a pay-as-you-go approach until 2025-2026
• Progress report on prior goals: General Fund reserve projected at $32,462,579 (67.93% of FY24 expenses), property tax rate reduced 32% since 2018
• New business development: ChicagoWest Business Center added over $2.7 billion in investment and over 1,000 new full-time jobs

Police Pension Board

The DeKalb Police Pension Board is meeting to approve bills, consider new members, and vote on resolutions related to transferring pension funds to the Illinois Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund (IPOPIF), including assigning authorized agents and determining reserve amounts. They will also vote on continuing a benefit for Guzinski and adding a new signer to the FNBO account.

• Consulting fee to Wall and Associates $18,142.55 for Q1 2024
• Bills to Lauterbach and Amen totaling $4,345 for various services
• Fiduciary insurance from Alliant Insurance Services $9,610
• Resolution to transfer funds to IPOPIF with transfer date 10/01/24
• Vote to approve continuation of Guzinski benefit

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to review first-quarter FY2024 TIF financials and receive an update on current TIF #3 projects. The agenda also includes approval of the January 26, 2024, minutes and public participation. No new business items are listed for this meeting.

• Presentation of First Quarter FY2024 TIF Financials
• Update on Current TIF #3 Projects
• Approval of January 26, 2024, meeting minutes
• Public participation opportunity

Fire Pension Board

The DeKalb Firefighters’ Pension Board will meet to approve financial statements for the quarter ending March 31, 2024, and the annual treasurer’s report as of December 31, 2023. Trustees will also elect board officers, file the required Department of Insurance report, and consider updates to board rules and fiduciary liability insurance.

• Approval of financial statements for Q1 2024 and annual treasurer’s report as of December 31, 2023
• Trustee election of board president and secretary positions
• Filing of the annual Department of Insurance report
• Review of annual actuarial valuation and municipal compliance reports (if available)
• Consideration of fiduciary liability insurance

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Apron Reconstruction Project (DKB-4924) and community involvement at the airport. The board will also review old business regarding the Illinois Aviation Academy.

• Apron Reconstruction Project (DKB-4924)
• Community Involvement at the Airport
• Illinois Aviation Academy

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board is meeting to review proposed amendments to several 2021 International Code Council (ICC) building codes, including the National Electrical Code, International Fuel Gas Code, Illinois Energy Conservation Code, International Mechanical Code, and Illinois Plumbing Code. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and allow public comment.

• Review of Electrical Code Amendments (NEC)
• Review of Fuel Gas Code Amendments (IFGC)
• Review of Final IL Energy Conservation Code Amendments (ILECC)
• Review of Final Mechanical Code Amendments 2015 to 2021 (IMC)
• Review of Final IL Plumbing Code 2014 Amendments (ILPC)

City Council

The DeKalb City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan and consider several items, including a possible 3.3% water rate increase, a proposed downtown Special Service Area tax, a limit on retail tobacco stores, and an update on the NIU Greek Life Center. The consent agenda includes approval of $3,141,482.12 in accounts payable and payroll, plus adoption of whistleblower and anti-fraud policies.

• Public hearing on 2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan with $375,561 federal allocation
• Consideration of 3.3% water rate increase (average home +$16.23/year)
• Consideration of downtown Special Service Area (example: $812.50/year on $130,000 EAV)
• Discussion on limiting number of retail tobacco stores (currently 5)
• NIU Foundation update on Greek Life Center renderings

Fire Pension Board

This meeting was cancelled and rescheduled. No decisions or discussions are reported for the original date.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, April 15, 2024, has been cancelled.

Citizen Police Review Board

The Citizen Police Review Board will meet to review a new complaint (case 24CPRB03), hold an executive session for personnel and security matters, and decide on the case. The board will also discuss training and policy review. The agenda includes standard items like roll call, minutes approval, and public participation.

• Case review of complaint 24CPRB03
• Executive session for employee performance/discipline and security procedures
• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2024
• Training on National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement
• Policy review discussion

City Council

The DeKalb City Council will consider several resolutions, including a $25,000 TIF grant to Hanigan Partners for the Boughner Art studio at 235 E. Lincoln Highway, plus a $39,700 masonry repair contract for the city-controlled wall. Other items include a $575,830 sewer cleaning vehicle purchase, a liquor license for American Liquors, and a road closure for Cinco de Mayo. The consent agenda includes routine approvals like minutes and accounts payable.

• Resolution 2024-030: $25,000 AIP grant for Boughner Art at 235 E. Lincoln Highway
• Resolution 2024-031: $39,700 masonry repair contract with Weaver Construction
• Resolution 2024-036: $575,830 purchase of sewer cleaning/hydro excavation vehicle
• Resolution 2024-034: Package liquor license for American Liquors at 159 W. Lincoln Highway
• Resolution 2024-035: Road closure for Cinco de Mayo on May 5, 2024

Citizens' Environmental Commission

The Citizens' Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for April 4, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Antonio Delgado to allow a 6-foot-high privacy fence in a portion of the front yard at 365 Rolfe Road, where the UDO limits such fences to 3 feet. The commission will also consider a minor subdivision plat by Rachelle and Louis Stockman to combine two lots at 802 Woodlawn Dr. and 901 Sycamore Rd. into one. Staff recommends approval of the variance, citing the unique pie-shaped lot and support from neighbors.

• Public hearing on variance for 6-foot privacy fence at 365 Rolfe Road (Antonio Delgado)
• Minor subdivision plat to resubdivide lots 17 and 18 in Woodlawn Acres Subdivision at 802 Woodlawn Dr. and 901 Sycamore Rd. (Rachelle and Louis Stockman)
• Staff report recommends approval of the variance, noting the lot's unique shape and support from three nearby property owners

City Council

The DeKalb City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Ordinance 2024-019 on first reading, which would amend the 2023 tax levy to correct errors after the final county EAV report came in lower than estimated. The amendment reduces the police and fire pension levies by $200,000 each, lowering the total city levy from $8,123,459 to $7,723,459, which is projected to decrease the city tax rate to 0.81096. The council is also expected to approve the agenda, hear public comments, and may consider the ordinance on second reading, as approval is recommended before the April 4 deadline for final computation reports.

• Ordinance 2024-019: Amends 2023 levy, reducing police pension levy from $3,707,827 to $3,507,827 and fire pension from $4,415,632 to $4,215,632
• Total aggregate levy set at $11,111,370, including $3,387,911 pass-through for DeKalb Public Library
• Six Special Service Area levies unchanged, totaling $120,500 (e.g., SSA #29 Market Square $50,000, SSA #30 Hunter Ridgebrook $50,000)
• Projected city tax rate of 0.81096, a 9.49% decrease from 2022 rate of 0.89599
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker; speaker registration required before meeting

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to review the Phase One Fencing Project. The board will also discuss the Illinois Aviation Academy and an airport race event.

• Phase One Fencing Project (DKB-5118)
• Illinois Aviation Academy
• Airport Race Event

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will meet to review the 2021 Building Code, including presentations from the Fire Department on the International Fire Code (IFC) and International Residential Code (IRC). The board will also review electric amendments to the National Electrical Code (NEC) and fuel gas amendments to the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC). The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a public participation period.

• Fire Department presentation on IFC and IRC code provisions
• Review of electric amendments to the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Review of fuel gas amendments to the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2024 meeting
• Public participation with 3-minute speaking limit

City Council

The March 25, 2024, DeKalb City Council regular meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 8, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the DeKalb Public Library. The agenda for the cancelled meeting included several resolutions and an ordinance for consideration.

• Resolution 2024-030: $25,000 AIP economic incentive for Hanigan Partners LLC (Boughner Art) at 235 E. Lincoln Highway
• Resolution 2024-031: $2,982.50 AIP grant for emergency plumbing repairs at 118 N. Third Street (Cracker Jax)
• Resolution 2024-032: Package liquor license for American Liquors at 159 W. Lincoln Highway; initial fee $11,319
• Resolution 2024-033: Road closure of Illinois Route 38 (Lincoln Highway) between First and Fourth Streets for Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 5, 2024
• Ordinance 2024-012: Amends body art establishment regulations, increasing downtown cap from 3 to 4 and reducing minimum distance from 500 to 125 feet

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a concept plan for a 5-megawatt solar farm on 38 acres at Rt. 38 and John Huber Pkwy, with no official vote. They will also consider a recommendation from the previous meeting to approve a 55+ residential community at The Villas at Bridges of Rivermist, which was passed 4-0.

• Concept plan for a 5-megawatt solar farm by PureSky Energy on 38 acres at southwest corner of Rt. 38 and John Huber Pkwy
• Approval recommended for 55+ age-restricted development with up to 224 homes, clubhouse, and amenities on Bethany Rd., with gates removed
• Public hearing held on March 4 for Rivermist by Grainger LLC to amend ordinances 97-36 and 97-37
• Motion passed 4-0 to recommend approval of the 55+ development to City Council

Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission

The Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission is meeting to handle routine business and hear updates on ongoing projects. New business includes introducing a new member, a presentation on the Barbed Wire 150th Anniversary at Glidden Homestead, and reviewing submissions for utility box artwork. Old business covers updates on the veterans mural, downtown pass-through, memorial bench, and the Let's Move to the Music event.

• New member introduction: Al Ferris
• Jessi Haish LaRue, Barbed Wire 150th Anniversary at Glidden Homestead
• Submissions for utility box artwork
• Veterans mural update
• Downtown pass-through update

DeKalb Public Library Board

The DeKalb Public Library Board of Trustees is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will vote on several contracts, including automated building controls maintenance, a printer/copier agreement, network equipment replacement, and electrical repairs. They will also review the Trustee Facts File, library standards, and a study room use policy.

• Approve Automated Building Controls Preventative Maintenance Agreement
• Approve RK Dixon Printer/Copier Agreement
• Approve Network Equipment Replacement Bid
• Approve Electrical Repairs Bid
• Review Study Room Use Policy

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will review proposed amendments to the 2021 Illinois Plumbing Code and International Mechanical Code. This is a discussion item only; no final decisions are expected at this meeting.

• Review of plumbing amendments to the Illinois Plumbing Code (IL PC)
• Review of mechanical amendments to the International Mechanical Code (IMC)

City Council

The DeKalb City Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to its CDBG plan to reallocate funds for Opportunity DeKalb's Project Launchpad and street improvements, then consider resolutions for two AIP grants (including one for a cannabis dispensary), a package liquor license, and first readings of ordinances for the official zoning map and a 55+ residential community.

• Public hearing on CDBG plan amendments reallocating $125,000 to Project Launchpad and $63,730 to street improvements
• Resolution 2024-027: $25,000 AIP grant for cannabis dispensary at 818 W. Lincoln Highway
• Resolution 2024-028: $8,119.54 AIP grant for American Legion Post #66 electronic sign at 1204 S. Fourth Street
• Resolution 2024-029: Package liquor license for 4th Street Market at 802 S. Fourth Street, initial fee $11,319
• Ordinance 2024-018: First reading to allow 224-unit 55+ community at The Villas at Bridges of Rivermist

Citizens' Environmental Commission

The Citizens' Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for March 7, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition by Rivermist by Grainger LLC to amend Ordinances 97-36 and 97-37 to allow a 55+ residential community on 35 acres along Bethany Rd. The proposal includes 22 single-family homes, townhomes, and a clubhouse. The commission will also consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes and other routine items.

• Public hearing for 55+ community: 22 single-family homes, 19 six-unit townhomes, 22 four-unit townhomes, clubhouse
• Proposed density: 224 dwelling units at 6.3 units per acre
• Estimated home prices: $350,000–$615,000
• Two access points: full access with security gate on Larking Ave., emergency-only at Comstock Ave./Cutler Dr.
• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2024 meeting

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to review old and new business regarding the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport. Discussions include an ongoing fencing project and two new items regarding an aviation academy and a race event.

• Phase One Fencing Project (DKB-5118)
• Illinois Aviation Academy
• Airport Race Event

Building Code Review Board

The DeKalb Building Code Review Board will meet to review the 2021 Building Code, including plumbing state code requirements and the transition from the 2015 to 2018 to 2021 ICC series. The board will also approve minutes from its February 13 meeting. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Review of 2021 Building Code, including plumbing state code requirements
• Discussion of changes from 2015 to 2018 to 2021 ICC series
• Approval of minutes from February 13, 2024 meeting
• Public participation allowed (3-minute limit)

City Council

The DeKalb City Council will hold a public hearing on a lead service line replacement project and consider resolutions and ordinances, including a $6.9 million state transit operating agreement, a $5,000 sponsorship grant, and changes to body art and liquor regulations. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, accounts payable, and appointments.

• Public hearing on lead service line replacement project and IEPA loan application
• Resolution 2024-024: $6,911,080 IDOT transit operating assistance agreement for SFY 2025
• Resolution 2024-023: $5,000 sponsorship grant to DeKalb Wrestling Club
• Ordinance 2024-013: Amends liquor code to allow 'free range' drinking in downtown Entertainment District
• Ordinance 2024-012: Increases downtown body art establishments from 3 to 4, reduces distance to 125 feet

Fire Pension Board

The DeKalb Firefighters Pension Fund Board of Trustees will vote on several annual items including cost-of-living adjustments, approval of a new member, and adoption of board rules and regulations. The meeting was rescheduled twice from earlier dates.

• Approval of annual COLA increases
• Approval of new member Zachary Herbst, DOH 12/18/2023, Tier 2
• Approval of Pension Board Rules and Regulations
• Status of Josh Kuefler pension fund request
• Trustee elections/reappointments

Citizen Police Review Board

The Citizen Police Review Board will review a new complaint (24CPRB02), hold an executive session to discuss employee performance/discipline and security procedures, and consider releasing or keeping confidential the minutes from its January 11, 2024 executive session. The board will also receive training from the National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement and review police policies.

• Case review of complaint 24CPRB02
• Executive session for employee performance/discipline and security procedures
• Approval and non-release of executive session minutes from 01/11/2024
• Training: National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement
• Policy review with DeKalb Police Department

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition by DeKalb School District 428 to rezone 530 Charter St. from multi-family to single-family residential and approve a special use permit for a large community residence. The facility would house a transition program for 10-13 students aged 18-22 with disabilities, operating school-day hours with no overnight stays. The Commission will also consider approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing on rezoning 530 Charter St. from MFR1 to SFR2 for a community residence large facility
• Special use permit request for a transition program serving 10-13 students with disabilities
• Facility will operate 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM weekdays with no overnight stays
• Staff recommends 6-foot privacy fence along south lot line
• Approval of minutes from February 5, 2024 meeting

DeKalb Public Library Board

The DeKalb Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting, including administering the oath of office to new trustee Deb Booth. The board will consider approving a letter of recognition, several policy revisions (including infectious disease safety, computer and internet use, and personnel manual), and the January 2024 monthly bills.

• Oath of office for Deb Booth
• Approve Community Infectious Disease Safety Policy Revision
• Approve Computer and Internet Use Policy Revision
• Approve Personnel Manual Policy Revisions (Sick Leave, Years of Service Recognition)
• Approve January 2024 Monthly Bills

Building Code Review Board

The Building Code Review Board will meet to organize its review of the 2021 Building Code, including setting a meeting schedule. No previous minutes are on file for approval. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, roll call, and public comment.

• Review of the 2021 Building Code — set meeting schedule
• No previous minutes to approve
• Public participation with 3-minute limit

Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board

The DeKalb Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board will hold a regular meeting to elect new board officers, review completed and pending purchases, approve the fourth-quarter 2023 treasurer's report, and discuss recurring and new items to purchase. The meeting includes roll call, public participation, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Election of board officers and assignment of member duties
• Approval of Treasurer's Report for 4th quarter of 2023
• Discussion and approval of recurring purchases
• Discussion and approval of items to purchase
• Review of completed and pending purchases

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a third amendment to an annexation agreement for an 8,000 square foot fire station at 1130 S. Malta Road. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a body art establishment license application at 150 E. Lincoln Highway and a status report on community volunteer efforts for asylum seekers.

• Public hearing for 8,000 sq ft fire station at 1130 S. Malta Road
• Public hearing for body art establishment license at 150 E. Lincoln Highway
• Appointment of Ken George and Jason Bero to the Building Code Review Board
• Reappointment of Max Maxwell to the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $3,176,648.68

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the City of DeKalb, Illinois has cancelled its next scheduled quarterly meeting, originally set for Tuesday, February 6, 2024. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Quarterly meeting cancelled for February 6, 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings. The first is for the City of DeKalb's petition to amend a planned development ordinance and approve a final plan for a new 8,000 sq. ft. fire station at 1130 S. Malta Road. The second hearing is for proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding fence height and placement rules in non-residential districts.

• Public hearing on amending Ordinance 06-59 to allow an additional full access onto S. Malta Road for a new fire station.
• Public hearing on text amendments to UDO Article 7.06 'Fences' for non-residential districts, three-street frontages, and alleys.
• Approval of minutes from the January 16, 2024 meeting.
• The fire station project is proposed for a .95-acre city-owned lot in the Glidden Crossing Subdivision.

Fire Pension Board

The DeKalb Firefighters Pension Fund Board will hold a regular meeting rescheduled from January 19. Trustees are set to approve quarterly financials, annual COLA increases, and a new Tier 2 member. Old business includes a pension fund request and filling an open board position.

• Approval of financial statements for quarter ended December 31, 2023
• Approval of annual COLA increases
• Approval of new member Zachary Herbst, DOH 12/18/2023, Tier 2
• Status of Josh Kuefler pension fund request
• Trustee elections/reappointments

Citizens' Environmental Commission

The Citizens' Environmental Commission will hear reports from various local agencies and discuss preparations for a Sustainability Plan update. The meeting also includes the presentation of PRIDE awards and discussion of future articles for the Daily Chronicle.

• Presentation of PRIDE awards
• Sustainability Plan update preparation
• Reports from DeKalb County Health Department, DeKalb Park District, and Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District
• Discussion of tree and Christmas light recycling

Police Pension Board

The DeKalb Police Pension Board is meeting to approve 2024 cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs), consider a refund of additional contributions, and assign authorized agents. The board will also review an investment advisor's report, pay several bills, and consider one new membership application. The agenda includes routine administrative items and financial approvals.

• Approve 2024 COLAs
• Refund of $364.94 to Kaela Moyer for additional contributions from 5/4/23 payroll
• Assign IPOPIF Authorized Agents
• Pay consulting fee to Wall and Associates: $16,986.82 for Q4 2023
• Pay Lauterbach and Amen invoices totaling $5,870 for various services

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review fourth-quarter FY2023 TIF financials and an update on TIF #3 projects, including the Architectural Improvement Program and major redevelopment projects. The board will also approve minutes from the October 2023 meeting. This is a routine oversight meeting for the city's tax increment financing districts.

• Review of TIF #3 and TIF #1 financial reports as of 12/31/2023
• Update on TIF #3 projects: City Hall Suites at 223 S. Fourth Street and 151 N. Fourth Street renovation
• Architectural Improvement Program (AIP) with $100,000 FY2023 budget and $25,000 max grant
• Approval of minutes from October 27, 2023 meeting

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 23, 2024, has been cancelled.

DeKalb Public Library Board

The DeKalb Public Library Board's Policy Review Committee will discuss and potentially act on several policy revisions and reviews, including personnel manual changes for years of service and sick leave, a meeting room policy revision, and reviews of investment, public finance, and computer/internet use policies. The agenda also includes a revision to the community infectious disease safety policy and an emergency succession plan revision. Public comments will be heard, and minutes from June 7, 2023, are up for approval.

• Personnel Manual Addition: Years of Service
• Personnel Manual Revision: Sick Leave
• Meeting Room Policy Revision
• Investment Policy Review
• Community Infectious Disease Safety Policy Revision

City Council

The City Council will consider a $485,561 Community Development Block Grant plan and $225,000 in human services funding for local agencies. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding a proposed annexation for a 14-acre commercial development at 11921 Illinois Route 38.

• Public hearing for FY2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan
• Public hearing for proposed annexation of 11921 Illinois Route 38 by Maercker Properties LLC
• Resolution to approve $485,561 in CDBG funds for economic development and public services
• Resolution to authorize $225,000 in human services funding for 24 local agencies
• Approval of $5,602,652.37 in accounts payable and payroll

Fire Pension Board

The Firefighters Pension Fund Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for January 19, 2024, has been cancelled and rescheduled to February 2, 2024, at the same time and location.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to February 2, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings: one to rezone 14 acres at 11921 Rt. 38 to Planned Development-Industrial for a plumbing company and six-lot subdivision, and another for a special use permit to allow a retail tobacco store at 830-834 W. Lincoln Highway. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments.

• Public hearing on rezoning 11921 Rt. 38 from BC to PD-I for a plumbing company and six-lot subdivision
• Public hearing on special use permit for retail tobacco store at 830-834 W. Lincoln Highway
• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2023 meeting
• Staff report recommends approval of the rezoning with conditions including annexation agreement

Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission

The Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission will discuss several new business items including a memorial bench and a veterans mural. The meeting also includes updates on the 'Let’s Move to the Music' project.

• Discussion regarding Jubilee Emporium
• Memorial bench proposal
• Veterans mural proposal
• Next utility boxes
• 3D sidewalk art

Citizen Police Review Board

The Citizen Police Review Board is meeting to review two cases (23CPRB16 and 24CPRB01), discuss training, and consider policy. The board will also enter a closed executive session to discuss employee performance/discipline and security procedures, as allowed by state law. The agenda is largely routine, with no major public decisions listed.

• Case review of 23CPRB16 and 24CPRB01
• Executive session for employee performance/discipline and security procedures
• Training on National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement
• Policy review
• Approval of executive session minutes from 08/10/2023 and 11/09/2023

City Council

The DeKalb City Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include a second reading of an ordinance regulating unscheduled bus stops, funding agreements for economic development, tourism, and community events, and a contract for street maintenance engineering. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, payments, and appointments.

• Ordinance 2024-001 regulating unscheduled bus stops, requiring permits and fines of at least $1,000 per passenger
• Resolution 2024-001: $35,000 funding agreement with DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation
• Resolution 2024-002: $50,000 funding agreement with DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Resolution 2024-005: $66,706.65 annual Microsoft Office 365 subscription renewal with Dell Marketing LP
• Resolution 2024-007: $75,000 preliminary engineering contract with Fehr Graham for 2024 street maintenance

Citizens' Environmental Commission

The DeKalb Citizens' Environmental Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and hearing reports from local agencies. They will also discuss new business, such as presenting PRIDE awards, viewing a sustainability video, welcoming new members, and preparing for the Sustainability Plan update. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Presentation of PRIDE awards
• Sustainability video clip
• Preparing for the Sustainability Plan update
• Next articles for Daily Chronicle (tree/Christmas light recycling, 'Did you know' article)
• Next meeting scheduled for February 1, 2024

City Council

The City Council is considering Ordinance 2024-001, which would require private bus carriers to submit applications and housing plans before dropping off large groups of passengers. The measure aims to manage the impact of unscheduled arrivals on local social services and infrastructure.

• Ordinance 2024-001: Amending Chapter 51 'Traffic' to regulate unscheduled bus stops
• Requirement for carriers to provide a 30-day food and housing plan for disembarking passengers
• Proposed fine of at least $1,000 per passenger for ordinance violations
• Authorization for DeKalb Police to seize and impound violating commercial vehicles

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for January 2, 2024, has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.