Lockport public meetings in 2023

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the demolition of two small buildings at 701 S. State Street, requested by the city on behalf of owner CCMB LLC. The buildings are in disrepair and have been vacant for years. The commission will also discuss how the Secondary Historic District boundary should apply to staff reviews of residential properties, and receive an update on the Central Square Native/Hybrid Garden proposal.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for demolition of two buildings at 701 S. State St. (1950s fast-food building and CMU block garage)
• Discussion on Secondary Historic District boundary and its relation to residential property reviews
• Update on Central Square Native/Hybrid Garden Proposal

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Plan & Zoning Commission will consider a concept plan for a residential/mixed-use development within Lockport Square, located southwest of I-355 and 159th Street. The proposal includes approximately 310 apartments, 110 townhomes, a second hotel, and commercial uses. The commission will also vote on approving the October 10, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Concept plan for mixed-use development at Lockport Square (southwest corner of I-355 and 159th Street) with 310 apartments and 110 townhomes
• Proposed 89-room, three-story Home 2 Suites extended-stay hotel
• Approval of October 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Development includes commercial lots for restaurant/retail uses

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend items for the next City Council agenda. Key items include purchasing four police pursuit vehicles and approving a facade grant amendment for a downtown renovation. The meeting also includes routine reports and a public comment period.

• Purchase of four 2024 Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicles from Bettenhausen Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram for a cost not-to-exceed $175,000.00
• Facade Grant Amendment Request for 1000 S. State Street in the amount of $223,155.67
• Accept proposal from Civiltech for 2024 Road Program Engineering Services for a total not-to-exceed fee of $466,412.80

City Council

The Lockport City Council will vote on the 2024 fiscal year budget and the 2023 property tax levy, along with several consent agenda items including insurance renewals, a cleaning contract extension, and the purchase of a downtown property at 723 S. State Street. The meeting also includes a public hearing and an executive session for personnel and real estate matters.

• Approve 2023 Property Tax Levy Ordinance No. 23-038
• Approve Fiscal 2024 Budget Ordinance No. 23-037
• Purchase of 723 S. State Street, Lockport, IL (Ordinance No. 23-039)
• Purchase 49 Axon body cameras, not-to-exceed $411,000 (Resolution No. 23-099)
• Repair Well No. 13, not-to-exceed $103,985 (Resolution No. 23-108)

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for November 21, 2023, is cancelled with no agenda items to discuss.

• Meeting cancelled

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review items for the next City Council meeting, including a $7,853,500 property tax levy for 2024, a $411,000 purchase of 49 Axon body cameras, and several contracts. They will also hear a downtown parking study summary. The meeting includes public comments and a closed executive session.

• 2023 Property Tax Levy Ordinance totaling $7,853,500, including $1,140,500 for debt service
• Purchase of 49 Axon body cameras and equipment for $411,000 over five annual payments
• Extension of municipal cleaning contract with Vega Building Maintenance for $68,348.04
• Repair of Well No. 13 by Water Well Solutions for $103,985.00
• Downtown Parking Study Summary Report

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Plan & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 14, 2023, has been cancelled with no agenda items to discuss. This is a procedural cancellation only.

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole will discuss several items for the next City Council meeting, including terminating a pre-annexation agreement with Big Run Golf Club, an ordinance to exempt the city from the state's Paid Leave for All Workers Act, and authorizing local funding for a road improvement project. The 2024 budget will also be presented. The meeting includes public comment and a closed executive session.

• Terminating pre-annexation agreement with Big Run Golf Club, Ltd. for 13648 S. Smith Road, ending plans for a ~515-unit residential development
• Ordinance exempting the City of Lockport from the Paid Leave for All Workers Act
• Authorizing local portion of 80-20 STP grant funding for IL 171 (State Street) and New Avenue intersection project, total cost not to exceed $4,000,000
• 2024 Budget Presentation
• Executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and closed meeting minutes

Joint IGA Meeting with Bonnie Brae/Forest Manor, Lockport Heights, City of Lockport

This is a joint intergovernmental agreement (IGA) meeting between the Bonnie Brae/Forest Manor Sanitary District, Lockport Heights Sanitary District, and the City of Lockport. The agenda includes old business updates from both sanitary districts and new business on water and sewer rate changes. Public comments are accepted via email or phone before the meeting.

• Water and sewer rate changes
• Old business: Lockport Heights Sanitary District
• Old business: Bonnie Brae/Forest Manor Sanitary District

Joint IGA Meeting with Bonnie Brae/Forest Manor, Lockport Heights, City of Lockport

This is a joint intergovernmental agreement (IGA) meeting between the Bonnie Brae/Forest Manor Sanitary District, Lockport Heights Sanitary District, and the City of Lockport. The agenda includes old business for both sanitary districts and new business on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget and revenues. Public comments are accepted via email or phone before the meeting.

• Discussion of Lockport Heights Sanitary District old business
• Discussion of Bonnie Brae/Forest Manor Sanitary District old business
• CIP budget and revenues discussion

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a redevelopment agreement with FORE Real Estate Holdings, LLC to build a three-story mixed-use building. The project at the Commerce Street parking lot is estimated to cost $8.1 million and includes commercial units and apartments. The city is considering a $2,000,000 economic incentive to be paid in annual installments over six years.

• Redevelopment agreement for 923 S. State Street (Commerce St. Parking Lot)
• $2,000,000 economic incentive for FORE Real Estate Holdings, LLC
• Concept plan for 148-unit townhome development near 151st Street and I-355
• $203,000 proposal for Chamlin & Associates, Inc. for IL 171 Channelization Project
• 2024-2030 Capital Improvement Plan discussion

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will continue Case 2023-H004, a Certificate of Appropriateness for repairing damaged marble panels with black brick at 118 E. 10th Street (Lockport Moose Lodge). The case was tabled on October 3 because commissioners wanted a material that better matches the original marble. The commission will also hear a staff report on a Central Square garden proposal.

• Case 2023-H004: COA for brick replacement at 118 E. 10th Street (Moose Lodge)
• Central Square Native/Hybrid Garden Proposal (staff report)
• Approval of October 3, 2023 special meeting minutes

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for a 30,000 square foot manufacturing building in Prime Business Park. The commission will also discuss a concept plan for a 148-unit townhome development located near 151st Street and I-355.

• Public hearing for J&A Sales manufacturing building at Prime Boulevard and Salem Lane
• Special use permit request for a 30,000 sf industrial building on Lots 19 & 20
• Concept plan review for a 148-unit townhome development north of 151st and west of I-355
• Discussion of Will County Zoning Case ZC-23-095

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Lockport Moose Lodge at 118 E. 10th Street. The request is to repair damaged marble panels over the front entrance and replace them with black brick and mortar. The commission will also review the July 27, 2023 meeting minutes and hear public comments.

• Case 2023-H004: Certificate of Appropriateness for repair of damaged marble and replacement with black brick at 118 E. 10th Street (Lockport Moose Lodge #1557)
• Applicant also seeking Façade and Site Improvement Grant, to be considered by COTW on October 4
• Building classified as 'Character Disruption or Intrusive' in Historic Preservation Plan
• Approval of July 27, 2023 special meeting minutes

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Lockport City Council will hold a special Committee of the Whole workshop meeting on September 27, 2023, at Papa Joe's Italian Restaurant. The agenda includes discussion on capital improvements, revenues, and impacts from intergovernmental agreements (IGAs). Public comment will be heard, and the meeting will adjourn.

• Discussion on capital improvements
• Discussion on revenues
• Discussion on impacts from IGAs
• Public comment period

Joint IGA Meeting with Bonnie Brae/Forest Manor, Lockport Heights, City of Lockport

The City of Lockport and two sanitary districts (Bonnie Brae/Forest Manor and Lockport Heights) are holding a joint intergovernmental agreement meeting. They will discuss old business and new business, including a source water protection plan and a system replacement timeline. Public comments are accepted via email or phone before the meeting.

• Lockport Heights Sanitary District – Source water protection plan
• Bonnie Brae/Forest Manor Sanitary District – System replacement timeline

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for the next City Council meeting, including an ordinance to allow alcohol service at City Hall and a zoning overlay for the former Texaco refinery site. They will also consider several public works items, including road funding and site improvements. The meeting includes public comment and a closed executive session.

• Ordinance 23-029: Allow alcohol delivery, dispensing, and serving at City Hall (222 E. 9th St.) with liquor commissioner approval
• Ordinance 23-030: Add Star Innovation District Overlay zoning for former Texaco refinery site, recommended 7-0 by Plan and Zoning Commission
• PW-3: Authorize $6,620,000 for IL Route 7 (9th St) channelization project and $1,003,160 for engineering services
• PW-4: Appropriate $3,700,000 in Motor Fuel Tax/Rebuild Illinois funds for street maintenance
• PW-1/PW-2: Initial acceptance of site improvements for Prologis Building 7 and Heritage Crossing Building 7 trailer parking expansion

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The regularly scheduled September 19, 2023 meeting of the Heritage and Architecture Commission is cancelled, with no agenda items to be considered.

• Meeting cancelled

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Lockport Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning code overlay for the Star Innovation District, a former refinery site. The commission will also consider a request to continue a concept plan for a 148-unit townhome development to the October meeting. The agenda includes approval of the August minutes and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing on Star Innovation District Overlay-Zoning Code amendment
• Request to continue concept plan for 148-unit townhome development north of 151st Street and west of I-355 to October 10, 2023
• Approval of August 8, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Lockport City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, payroll, and a $33,506.24 contract for replacing two submersible pumps at the New Avenue Lift Station. They will also consider reappointments to the Video Gaming Commission and approve bills. The meeting includes public comment and a possible executive session.

• Approve Resolution No. 23-069 accepting quote from Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc. for replacement of two submersible pumps at New Avenue Lift Station, not-to-exceed $33,506.24
• Approve Resolution No. 23-066 reappointing Pete Colarelli and Laura Rogers and appointing Kevin Hulch to the Video Gaming Commission
• Approve payroll for period ending August 6, 2023
• Approve bills through August 8, 2023
• Approve meeting minutes from August 2, 2023

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for the next City Council meeting, most notably an amended annexation and development agreement for the 320-unit Springs at Lockport apartment community at Adelmann Dr. and 159th St. The committee will also consider several zoning and special use permits, including a private school and a townhome community, plus a $32,680 contract for a water treatment system. No final votes are taken at this meeting; items are recommended for the council's consent or action agenda.

• Amended annexation and development agreement for 320-unit Springs at Lockport apartments at Adelmann Dr. and 159th St.
• Rezoning and special use permit for Springs at Lockport (PZC Case #2022-015)
• Special use permit for Lupine Montessori School at 948 N. State St. (PZC Case #2022-011)
• Rezoning from I-2 to R-1 for 2601-2701 Canal St. (PZC Case #2023-007)
• Accept quote from Ford Hall Co. Inc. for South Plant Secondary Clarifier Weir Brush System installation, not to exceed $32,680

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for August 15, 2023, is cancelled with no agenda items to discuss.

• Meeting cancelled

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Lockport Plan & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four items: a massage therapy use at Lockport Square at Farrell, a rezoning of 2601-2701 Canal Street, a special use permit for Lupine Montessori School at 948 N. State Street, and a 320-unit apartment community called Springs Apartments. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council on these items.

• Amendment to Planned Development to allow massage therapy at 16109 S. Farrell Road
• Rezoning of 2601-2701 Canal Street from I-2 General Industrial to R-1 Single Family Residential
• Special Use Permit for Lupine Montessori School at 948 N. State Street
• Rezoning, Special Use Permit, and development plan for 320-unit Springs Apartments

City Council

The Lockport City Council will vote on a consent agenda including rezoning, engineering contracts, and bond releases, and will consider appointing Patrick Sheehan to fill the Ward 1 alderman vacancy. They will also award contracts for crack filling and pavement marking, and may enter executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Approve Resolution No. 23-063 appointing Patrick Sheehan to fill the Ward 1 alderman vacancy until 2025
• Rezone property at SW corner of 7th St. & Madison St. from R2 to RO Heritage Residential (Ordinance No. 23-023)
• Accept engineering proposals: HR Green for I&M Canal outfall improvements ($34,015) and Baxter & Woodman for 163rd St. drainage ($53,980)
• Award 2023 crack filling program to Denler, Inc. ($40,260) and pavement marking to Precision Pavement Markings ($40,241)
• Renew IDNR license agreement for I&M Canal area (Resolution No. 23-065)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider two items for the next City Council agenda: reappointing and appointing members to the Video Gaming Commission, and accepting a quote to replace two submersible pumps at the New Avenue Lift Station. The pump replacement is needed because the current pumps are failing and the station must keep operating. The meeting also includes routine items like reports and public comments.

• Reappoint Pete Colarelli (2-year term) and Laura Rogers (1-year term) to the Video Gaming Commission
• Appoint Kevin Hulch to the Video Gaming Commission for a 3-year term
• Accept Xylem quote of $33,506.24 for two submersible pumps at New Avenue Lift Station
• Fund pump replacement from 2023 sewer system maintenance fund

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for replacing the second-floor windows at 916 S. State Street. The applicant proposes two options: Andersen fiberglass or JELD-WEN wood-clad windows, both in bronze. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 20 meeting and hear public comments.

• Case 2023-H003: Certificate of Appropriateness for 2nd floor window replacement at 916 S. State Street
• Two window options: Andersen 100 Series fiberglass (dark bronze) and JELD-WEN wood-clad (Chestnut Bronze)
• Property is in the Historic Preservation District's Primary Zone; building classified as 'Dominant'
• Prior COA in 2016 for rear windows (aluminum clad wood, Hartford Green)
• Property eligible for façade grant if COA approved

City Council

The Lockport City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an annexation agreement and ordinance for the Gas N Wash development at the southwest corner of 143rd St. and Gougar Rd., including rezoning from R2 to C3 with a special use permit for a gas station, car wash, and drive-thru. The council will also consider authorizing the 2023 GO Bond sale and approve consent agenda items including a $7,505 façade grant for 902-904 S. State Street.

• Public hearing and vote on annexation agreement (2/3 vote) and ordinance for Gas N Wash at 143rd St. and Gougar Rd.
• Rezoning from R2 to C3 with special use permit for gas station, car wash, and drive-thru (Ordinance 23-021, Resolution 23-056)
• Ordinance 23-062 authorizing 2023 GO Bond sale
• Façade & Site Improvement Grant of $7,505 for 902-904 S. State Street (Resolution 23-045)
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes, payroll, and bills

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole will discuss several items for potential action at the next City Council meeting, including a recommendation to appoint Pat Sheehan to fill the vacant Ward 1 aldermanic seat, a rezoning and special use permit for a gas station and car wash, and multiple engineering service contracts. The committee will also review closed session minutes and consider an annexation agreement.

• Appointment of Pat Sheehan to fill the remainder of Alderman Matt Kairis's Ward 1 term
• Rezoning from R2 to C3 and special use permit for Gas N Wash at 143rd St. and Gougar Rd.
• Rezoning from R2 to R0 Heritage Residential (PZC Case #2023-008)
• I&M Canal Outfall Improvements engineering services from HR Green, Inc. for $34,015
• 163rd St. Drainage Improvements engineering services from Baxter & Woodman, Inc. for $53,980

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to continue the rezoning of 2601-2701 Canal Street from I2 Ltd. Industrial to M1 Ltd. Manufacturing, which would establish a zoning district upon annexation. Staff is seeking a second continuance to August 8 to allow the property owner more time to complete annexation requirements. The agenda also includes approval of the June 13 meeting minutes and routine reports.

• Public hearing on rezoning 2601-2701 Canal Street (Talano) from I2 Ltd. Industrial to M1 Ltd. Manufacturing
• Continuation request for PZC 2023-007 to August 8, 2023
• Approval of June 13, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Lockport City Council will consider several action items, including an ordinance adding the offense of unlawful discharge of a firearm, a resolution awarding the 2023 Sidewalk Program to Whiteline Construction for up to $175,172, and collective bargaining agreements with police and operating engineers unions for 2023-2027. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as meeting minutes, bills, and payroll.

• Ordinance No. 23-020: Adds offense of unlawful discharge of a firearm to Chapter 131
• Resolution No. 23-053: Awards 2023 Sidewalk Program to Whiteline Construction, Inc. (not to exceed $175,172)
• Resolutions No. 23-054/23-055: Approve collective bargaining agreements with MAP (police) and Local 150 (operating engineers) for 2023-2027
• Consent agenda: Approve minutes, bills through June 13, 2023, and payroll ending June 11, 2023

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss two items recommended for the next City Council agenda: a $2,000,000 general obligation bond sale to fund the 2023 street resurfacing project, and a $7,505 façade improvement grant for 902-904 S. State Street. No formal action is expected at this meeting; both items are for information and discussion only.

• 2023 GO Bond Sale of $2,000,000 for street resurfacing
• Façade grant request for 902-904 S. State Street in the amount of $7,505
• Grant would fund exterior façade improvements including metal trim replacement and repainting
• Applicant Michael Field, owner of the property, plans to relocate his business there

Public Water Commission Meeting of Frankfort, Joliet, Lockport, New Lenox, Rockdale, Romeoville

The Public Water Commission of Frankfort, Joliet, Lockport, New Lenox, Rockdale, and Romeoville will hold a public hearing on its Appropriation Ordinance for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2023, and ending April 30, 2024. The ordinance will be available for public inspection at Lockport City Hall starting June 1, 2023. Final action on the ordinance will be taken at the meeting.

• Public hearing on FY2024 Appropriation Ordinance
• Ordinance available for inspection at Lockport City Hall, 222 E. Ninth Street, Lockport, IL
• Meeting at New Lenox Village Hall, 1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL

Public Water Commission Meeting of Frankfort, Joliet, Lockport, New Lenox, Rockdale, Romeoville

The Public Water Commission of Frankfort, Joliet, New Lenox, Lockport, Rockdale, and Romeoville will hold a public hearing and consider adopting its FY 2023-2024 appropriation ordinance (Ord. No. 2023-001). The commission will also review an audit proposal from Bruns and Bruns for fiscal years ending April 30, 2023, 2024, and 2025, and receive updates on the Grand Prairie Water Commission and Kankakee River Alliance.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2023-2024 appropriation ordinance
• Consideration of Ordinance No. 2023-001 adopting appropriations for FY 2023-2024
• Audit proposal from Bruns and Bruns for fiscal years ending April 30, 2023, 2024, and 2025
• Update on Grand Prairie Water Commission
• Update on Kankakee River Alliance

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Lockport Plan & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests, including a proposed gas station at 143rd & Gougar Rd., a city-initiated rezoning to the Heritage Residential District, and a continuation request for a Canal Street property. The commission will also consider approving the April 11, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Rezoning to C3 Highway Commercial, special use permit for a gas station, and final plat for consolidation at 143rd & Gougar Rd. (Gas N Wash)
• City-initiated rezoning from R2 to R0 Heritage Residential at southwest corner of 7th & Madison St.
• Continuation request for rezoning from I2 to M1 at 2601-2701 Canal St. (Talano)
• Approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Lockport City Council will consider several action items, including an ordinance amending the city's liquor code to increase caps on Class M and N licenses and prohibit mini-sized liquor sales at truck stops, a special use permit for the Lockport Cemetery expansion, and approval of bills. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, payroll, a definition correction for assault, final development plans for a Panda Express with a drive-thru, and release of a bond for Homer Tree Service.

• Ordinance 23-016: Amends liquor code for Class M (haunted house/paint ball) and Class N (truck stops), increases license caps, prohibits mini-sized packaged liquor at Class N
• Ordinance 23-017: Special use permit for Lockport Cemetery expansion east of Madison Street and north of 7th Street
• Resolution 23-043: Final development plan for 2,667 sq ft Panda Express restaurant with drive-thru in Rose Lockport Center
• Resolution 23-040: Release of bond and initial acceptance of site improvements for Homer Tree Service
• Approval of bills through May 9, 2023

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will consider two certificates of appropriateness for properties on S. State Street: an amendment to a prior approval for 1016 S. State Street and a new request for repair work (painting and trim replacement) at 902-904 S. State Street. The meeting also includes approval of January 2023 minutes and standard reports.

• Amendment to Certificate of Appropriateness, Case 2021-H001, 1016 S. State Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for building repair (painting, trim replacement), Case 2023-H001, 902-904 S. State Street
• Approval of January 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Plan & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023, was cancelled because there were no agenda items to consider. No decisions or discussions took place.

City Council

The Lockport City Council will consider several action items, including awarding a $2.88 million road resurfacing contract, approving a 99-year cell tower lease with Crown Castle for $202,475, and accepting a $100,000 quote for clarifier repairs. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, payroll, and bills, plus a facade grant for Taft School.

• Award 2023 Resurfacing Project to Gallagher Asphalt Corporation for $2,882,902.93 (total not-to-exceed $3,000,000)
• Approve 99-year lease with Crown Castle for cell tower easement, $202,475 net of fees
• Accept quote for secondary clarifier repairs from DPS Equipment Services, Inc. for $100,000
• Approve $2,195 facade grant for Taft School at 1605 S. Washington Street
• Approve $350,372 in MFT funds for street maintenance

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear informational reports and consider items for the next City Council agenda. Key items include a stakeholder meeting for a $360,245 DCEO grant to install a 12-inch water main along Maryknoll Drive, a final development plan for a Panda Express with drive-thru, a special use permit for cemetery expansion, and several ordinance amendments. No formal votes are expected at this meeting.

• DCEO grant of $360,245 for Maryknoll Dr. water main installation (12-inch line along North State Street)
• Final development plan for Panda Express restaurant with drive-thru at Lot 1A, Rose Lockport Center (2,667 sq ft)
• Special use permit to expand Lockport Cemetery (east of Madison St, north of 7th St)
• Amendment to liquor code: increase caps on Class M (haunted house/paint ball) and Class N (truck stops), prohibit mini-sized packaged liquor
• Amendment to Section 130.01 correcting definition of assault

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a resolution to appropriate $350,372 in Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) funds for 2023 roadway maintenance, including road salt, crack filling, and pavement marking. The item is recommended for placement on the next City Council consent agenda. No other substantive items are listed; the rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Approve MFT fund appropriation of $350,372 for street and highway maintenance
• Allocate $225,372 for 2,800 tons of road salt at $80.49 per ton
• Allocate $125,000 for crack filling ($50,000 budgeted) and pavement marking ($75,000 budgeted)
• Resolution No. 23-039 (IDOT Form) to be approved

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for April 18, 2023, is cancelled because there are no agenda items to discuss. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items

City Council

The Lockport City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes selling the city-owned Commerce Street parking lot at 923 S. State St. to FORE Real Estate Holdings for downtown development, and approving two 99-year cell tower leases with American Tower totaling $1,057,031. The council will also consider several professional service contracts for engineering and insurance, and adopt the 2023 official zoning map. A public hearing and executive session are also scheduled.

• Sale of 923 S. State St. parking lot to FORE Real Estate Holdings, LLC
• Two 99-year cell tower leases with American Tower totaling $1,057,031
• Insurance broker services from Horton Group at $26,000/year for 3 years
• Design contracts: $112,000 for Archer Ave/Maryknoll Dr/151st St utility corridor, $105,000 for Bruce Rd/SOS Children's Village
• Adoption of 2023 Official Zoning Map

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission's regularly scheduled March 21, 2023 meeting is cancelled with no agenda items. The notice states the meeting will not take place as scheduled.

• Meeting cancelled with no agenda items

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for potential placement on the next City Council agenda, including awarding an insurance broker contract, selling city-owned property, adopting the 2023 zoning map, and approving engineering design proposals. The meeting also includes routine reports and public comment.

• Award insurance broker services to Horton Group at $26,000/year for 3 years
• Agreement to sell city-owned parking lot at 923 South State Street to FORE Real Estate Holdings, LLC
• Adoption of the 2023 Lockport Official Zoning Map
• Accept proposal from SEECO Consultants, Inc. for $39,394 for 2023 construction materials testing
• Accept proposals from Chamlin & Associates for $112,000 (Archer Avenue, Maryknoll Drive, 151st Street utility corridor) and $105,000 (Bruce Road and SOS Children's Village utility improvements)

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Lockport Plan & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a major amendment to the Rose Lockport Center planned development to re-subdivide a lot for two stand-alone buildings with drive-thrus, and a special use permit for an auto repair shop at 15062 S. Archer Ave. The commission will also consider approving the February 14, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Amendment to SUP for Planned Development and Final Development Plan for Rose Lockport Center, southwest of 159th Street & Farrell Road, creating Lots 1A and 1B for future commercial buildings with drive-thru facilities
• Special Use Permit for auto repair at 15062 S. Archer Ave.
• Approval of February 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Police Commission Meeting

The Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to review proposed changes to its Rules and Regulations and the applicant liability waiver document. The board will also elect officers. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Review of proposed changes to Rules and Regulations
• Review of applicant liability waiver document
• Election of officers

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for potential action at the next City Council meeting, including 2022 budget amendments, a zoning text amendment for pool setbacks, and concept plans for a gas station and a large warehouse. The meeting also includes proclamations and reports, with public comments limited to 20 minutes.

• 2022 Budget Amendments: $77,000 TIF reimbursement for fire repairs at 1000 S State St and $4,000,000 transfer to Capital Projects Fund
• Text Amendment to Chapter 156: Requires swimming pools to be at least 6 feet from attached/detached garages or sheds (Ordinance 23-006)
• Concept Plan for gas station with convenience store at NE corner of 151st St and Archer Ave (PZC Case #2022-020), with conditions including 5 AM-11 PM hours and lowered canopy
• Concept Plan for 122,600 SF building for limited manufacturing/assembly at Lots 9, 10, & 11 in Prime Business Park (PZC Case #2022-022)
• Archer Avenue and Maryknoll Drive Watermain Installation Project

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The regularly scheduled Heritage and Architecture Commission meeting for February 21, 2023, is cancelled with no agenda items to discuss. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for potential action at the next City Council meeting, including a 3-year fireworks contract, a code amendment on contractor bonds, a historic preservation code update, two facade grant requests, and a city-wide tree survey. The meeting is primarily a discussion and recommendation stage, with formal votes expected later.

• 3-year fireworks agreement with Mad Bomber Fireworks Productions: $22,000 (2023), $23,000 (2024), $24,000 (2025)
• Amendment to Sec. 152.21 to allow forfeiture of contractor's cash bond if not claimed within 12 months or final inspection not requested
• Amendment to Chapter 150 Historic Preservation Code (Ordinance 23-005)
• Façade & Site Improvement Grant: $7,095.08 for 831 S. State Street
• Amended Façade Grant for 829 S. State Street: add $7,400 to original $5,836.50, total $13,236.50

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for the next City Council meeting, including a 3-year fireworks contract with Mad Bomber Productions, amendments to city codes on contractor bonds and historic preservation, two facade grant requests, and a city-wide tree survey. The meeting is advisory; formal action will occur at the regular council meeting.

• 3-year fireworks agreement with Mad Bomber Productions: $22,000 (2023), $23,000 (2024), $24,000 (2025)
• Ordinance 23-007: amend Sec. 152.21 to allow forfeiture of contractor cash bonds if not claimed within 12 months or final inspection not requested
• Ordinance 23-005: amend Chapter 150 Historic Preservation Code (text amendment 2023-001 TA)
• Facade grant request: $7,095.08 for 831 S. State Street
• Amended facade grant for 829 S. State Street: add $5,650.00 to original $5,836.50, total $11,486.50

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing two items for recommendation to the City Council: a 25-year lease with BNSF for a private rail crossing at the former Chevron Business Park, costing $7,000 plus maintenance, and an intergovernmental agreement for cost-sharing on Smith Road Bridge improvements. The meeting also includes routine reports and public comment.

• Approval of BNSF rail crossing lease at Star Innovation District (Chevron) Business Park, $7,000 over 25 years
• Intergovernmental agreement with Lockport and Homer Township Road Districts for Smith Road Bridge cost sharing
• Resolution No. 23-009 authorizing the BNSF crossing agreement
• Public comment period limited to 20 minutes, 5 minutes per speaker

City Council

The Lockport City Council will consider several land-use and liquor-code items, including special use permits for a motorcycle repair shop at 948 N. State Street and an ice hockey development at Prime Business Campus, plus an ordinance allowing BYOB in cigar lounges. The consent agenda includes contract extensions with Tai Ginsberg & Associates and SAQ Consulting, and approval of minutes and payroll.

• Special use permit for motorcycle repair shop at 948 N. State Street (Stretch's Motorcycle Shop)
• Special use permit for ice hockey development (Summit Ice Center) on Lots 2, 3, & 4 of Prime Business Campus
• Ordinance to allow BYOB in cigar lounges under certain conditions
• Extension of professional services agreement with Tai Ginsberg & Associates
• One-year agreement with SAQ Consulting Inc. for state legislative assistance

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend three items for the next City Council meeting: a $33,226.80 sole-source contract for aeration tank repairs at the South wastewater plant, a $10,000 facade grant for Taco Patio's monument sign, and a $145,000 purchase of three police vehicles. These are recommendations; final approval happens at the regular council meeting.

• PW-1: Accept quote from Environmental Dynamics Int'l for aeration tank membranes/diffusers, not-to-exceed $33,226.80
• CED-1: Approve $10,000 site improvement grant to Taco Patio (1022 E. 9th St.) for monument sign
• PD-1: Authorize purchase of three 2023 Ford Police Interceptor Utilities, not-to-exceed $145,000
• Mayor's report: Eagle Scout recognition for Robert Ryan and Ryan Donohue
• Liaison's report: Winter Beautification Awards

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The regularly scheduled January 17, 2023 meeting of the Lockport Heritage and Architecture Commission is cancelled with no agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will hold a special meeting to consider an amendment to the approved Certificate of Appropriateness for the restoration of the building at 1000 S. State Street, historically known as The Opera House. The applicant proposes substituting Hardie Board for brick on a stairwell and removing the roof deck from the project scope due to cost and structural concerns. The commission will also approve minutes from the December 21, 2022 meeting.

• Amendment to COA for 1000 S. State Street (The Opera House) to use Hardie Board instead of brick on the southeast corner stairwell
• Removal of the proposed roof deck from the restoration project scope
• Approval of December 21, 2022 meeting minutes

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Lockport Plan & Zoning Commission will consider a request to continue the public hearing for a special use permit, rezoning, and subdivision plat for a 300-unit apartment complex (Springs Apartments) to the March 14, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of previous minutes and reports.

• Continuation request for Springs Apartments public hearing to March 14, 2023
• Special Use Permit for Planned Development
• Rezoning to R4 Multi Family Residential and C3 Highway Commercial
• Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plat/Development Plan for 300-unit apartment complex
• Property located North of 159th Street and West of I-355

City Council

The Lockport City Council will consider awarding a $4,540,292.95 contract for the 16th & Madison Roadway Reconstruction Project to Austin-Tyler Construction, Inc. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, bills, payroll, an ordinance adding administrative fees for unpaid fines, an intergovernmental agreement with Lockport Township High School District 205, and two engineering service contracts. The meeting also includes a public comment period and an executive session for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Award 16th & Madison Roadway Reconstruction Project to Austin-Tyler Construction, Inc. for $4,540,292.95
• Approve change order of $63,070 to V3 Companies for Downtown Streetscape Project engineering services
• Approve proposal from Christopher B. Burke Engineering for 2023 Road Program engineering services, not-to-exceed $236,620.00
• Approve Ordinance No. 22-027 adding administrative fee and collection cost for unpaid fines in administrative adjudication
• Approve Resolution No. 22-113, an intergovernmental agreement with Lockport Township High School District 205 for reciprocal reporting