Markham public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider several financial and administrative items, including the annual tax levy ordinance, abatements for two bond series, a master equity lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management, and a resolution extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency. The council will also approve minutes, claims, and business licenses. The meeting includes a public session.

• Ordinance for tax levy for fiscal year May 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023
• Ordinance abating real estate tax for $5,550,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds Series 2005A
• Ordinance abating real estate tax for $295,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2012
• Resolution authorizing master equity lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management Trust
• Resolution extending local state of emergency and modifying in-person meetings due to COVID-19

The Markham City Council approved the FY2022-23 tax levy ordinance, two real estate tax abatements for debt service, and a master equity lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management. It also renewed the local COVID-19 state of emergency and granted business licenses to Wild 100's Customs and Seasons Community Outreach Services. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Adopted Resolution 21-R-663 renewing COVID-19 state of emergency (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-664 authorizing Enterprise Fleet Management lease (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2321 for FY2022-23 tax levy (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2322 abating real estate tax for 2005A GO refunding bonds (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2323 abating real estate tax for 2012 GO bonds (4-0)
• Granted business license to Wild 100's Customs (4-0)
• Granted business license to Seasons Community Outreach Services (4-0)
• Approved claims totaling $620,115.33 (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency, approving a master pole attachment agreement with Verizon Wireless, and granting a Cook County Class 6B property tax incentive to JMI Crafted Commercial Millwork. The council will also vote on amendments to the property maintenance code, a new health inspection fee, and updates to small cell wireless facility regulations. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and claims authorization.

• Resolution extending local COVID-19 state of emergency and modifying in-person meetings
• Master pole attachment agreement with Verizon Wireless
• Cook County Class 6B property tax incentive for JMI Crafted Commercial Millwork at 3032 W. 167th Street
• Ordinance imposing a health inspection fee in license fee schedule
• Ordinance amending small cell wireless facilities code

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding a special meeting to address the 2021-22 insurance renewal package, contracts, land development, personnel, and litigation. The agenda includes a public session for comments. The meeting is procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed in the agenda.

• 2021-22 Insurance Renewal Package
• Contracts discussion
• Land development update
• Personnel matters
• Litigation report

The Markham City Council approved the 2021-22 insurance renewal package presented by Hub International, which includes coverage with Liberty Mutual and other wholesalers. The new policy reduces premiums by approximately 15% compared to the expiring policy and increases umbrella coverage from $5 million to $10 million. The council also authorized the mayor to sign related documents. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved 2021-22 Insurance Renewal Package (4-0)
• Granted Mayor authority to sign insurance documents (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council will consider extending the local state of emergency and approving zoning text amendments to regulate and license home occupations. The council will also review a property tax incentive request for a commercial millwork company and other routine items like minutes and claims.

• Resolution to extend local state of emergency and modify in-person meetings due to COVID-19
• Ordinance amending zoning code to regulate home occupations
• Ordinance amending business regulation code to license home occupations
• Request for Cook County Class 6B property tax incentive for JMI Crafted Commercial Millwork, Inc. (3032 W. 167th Street)
• Business license for Platinum Plus Security, Inc.

The City Council approved two ordinances regulating home occupations: a zoning text amendment and a business licensing requirement, with the latter passing 3-1. The council also approved a resolution to extend the local COVID-19 state of emergency and a resolution to participate in the No Cash Bid program. A request for a property tax incentive by JMI Crafted Commercial Millwork was tabled for a future meeting, and a business license was granted to Platinum Plus Security, Inc.

• Approved Resolution 21-R-658 extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency and mayor's modifications to in-person meetings (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-R-659 to participate in the No Cash Bid program (4-0).
• Waived reading and adopted Ordinance 21-O-2316 amending the zoning code to regulate home occupations (4-0).
• Waived reading and adopted Ordinance 21-O-2317 amending business regulations to license home occupations (3-1).
• Tabled the request for Cook County Class 6B property tax incentive for JMI Crafted Commercial Millwork; directed attorney to prepare a resolution for next meeting (4-0).
• Granted a business license to Platinum Plus Security, Inc. (4-0).
• Approved the claims list totaling $2,007,304.80 (4-0).
• Approved minutes of the November 3, 2021 meeting (4-0).

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including a resolution to extend the local state of emergency and modify in-person meeting rules due to COVID-19, and an ordinance amending which city officials can execute checks and financial documents. The council will also consider a business license for Shuggles Shack Shack LLC and approve minutes from the October 20 meeting. Public comments can be submitted via email or in person, with the meeting livestreamed on Facebook.

• Resolution extending local state of emergency and COVID-19 meeting modifications
• Ordinance amending Ordinance 18-O-2208 on officials authorized to execute checks
• Business license for Shuggles Shack Shack LLC
• Approval of October 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment via email to [email protected] by 4:00 p.m.

The Markham City Council voted 4-0 to extend the local COVID-19 state of emergency and approved a $1,056,970.68 claims list. It also granted a business license to Shuggles Shack Shack LLC and amended an ordinance to designate the city official authorized to execute checks. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and public comments.

• Approved $1,056,970.68 in claims and accounts (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-658 extending COVID-19 state of emergency (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2315 amending check-signing authority (4-0)
• Granted business license to Shuggles Shack Shack LLC (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially vote on an ordinance amending Chapter 36 'Taxation' to impose a push tax, along with other city business such as insurance, contracts, land development, personnel, and litigation. The meeting includes a public session for comments, and due to COVID-19 restrictions, public participation is limited with alternative arrangements provided.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 36 'Taxation' to impose a push tax
• City Attorney's report covering insurance, contracts, land development, personnel, and litigation
• Public session for comments, with email submissions accepted until 4:00 p.m. on meeting day
• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 3, 2021

The Markham City Council voted 3-1 to adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 36 of the city code to impose a new amusement tax on video gaming, commonly referred to as a 'push tax,' at a rate of one cent per push. The ordinance was passed to meet a November 1 deadline set by the legislature, allowing the city to continue imposing the tax. The council also waived the reading of the ordinance and opened and closed the public session with no public present.

• Waived reading of Ordinance 21-O-2314 (3-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2314 imposing a push tax (3-1)
• Opened and closed public session with no public present (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:35 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency, participating in a no-cash-bid program, and a motor fuel tax revenue sharing agreement with Thorntons LLC. They will also vote on a Cook County Class 8 property tax incentive for a Thorntons development at 3348 W 159th St, and approve settlements in two lawsuits. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and claims.

• Resolution to extend and renew the local state of emergency due to COVID-19 and modify in-person meetings
• Resolution to participate in the No Cash Bid Program
• Resolution authorizing a Municipal Motor Fuel Tax Revenue Sharing Agreement with Thorntons LLC
• Ordinance consenting to Cook County Class 8 property tax incentive for 20 parcels at 3348 W 159th St, developed by Thorntons LLC
• Settlements of lawsuits: Anthony Reese (2020 L 5112) and Tornetta Walker (2021 CV 2785)

The Markham City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a municipal motor fuel tax revenue sharing agreement with Thornton's LLC and consent to a Cook County Class 8 property tax incentive for the Thornton's development at 3348 W 159th St. The council also approved two litigation settlements, authorized claims totaling $877,169.76, and extended the local state of emergency due to COVID-19. All votes were 4-0 except the settlements, which were 3-1.

• Approved minutes of October 6, 2021 (4-0)
• Authorized claims totaling $877,169.76 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-655 extending local state of emergency (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-656 to participate in No Cash Bid Program (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-657 authorizing motor fuel tax revenue sharing with Thornton's LLC (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2313 consenting to Cook County Class 8 property incentive for Thornton's development (4-0)
• Approved settlement of Anthony Reese case (3-1)
• Approved settlement of Tornetta Walker case (3-1)

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency, approving a motor fuel tax revenue sharing agreement with Thorntons LLC, and multiple zoning and licensing changes. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and claims authorization. Public participation is available via email or live stream due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Resolution to extend local state of emergency and modify in-person meetings due to COVID-19
• Resolution authorizing municipal motor fuel tax revenue sharing agreement with Thorntons LLC
• Ordinance approving 8-foot vinyl chain link fence at 2201 W 159th St for Ryan Companies US, Inc.
• Ordinance amending zoning code to regulate home occupations and licensing them
• Ordinance consenting to Cook County Class 8 property tax incentive for properties at 3348 W 159th St developed by Thornton's LLC

The Markham City Council approved a zoning variance for an 8-foot fence at Amazon's employee parking lot (2201 W 159th St), extended the local COVID-19 state of emergency, and granted Amazon a business license. Several other items were deferred to the next meeting, including a motor fuel tax agreement with Thorntons LLC and ordinances on home occupations and a property tax incentive.

• Approved Resolution 21-R-654 extending local COVID-19 state of emergency (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-O-2312 granting fence variance for Amazon at 2201 W 159th St (3-1)
• Granted business license to Amazon (4-0)
• Approved claims totaling $904,270.28 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 1 and September 16 meetings (4-0 each)
• Deferred motor fuel tax agreement with Thorntons LLC to next meeting (4-0)
• Deferred home occupation ordinances to next meeting (4-0)
• Deferred Cook County Class 8 tax incentive for Thorntons LLC to next meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency and amending the number of Class A liquor licenses. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, claims, and reports from the City Attorney and City Clerk.

• Resolution to extend local COVID-19 state of emergency and modify in-person meetings
• Resolution amending agreement to purchase real property from Markham Supportive Care, L.P.
• Ordinance to increase number of Class A liquor licenses
• City Clerk's report on licenses for Markham Food and Tobacco, JR Tobacco, Besties Smoke Shop, and others
• Special presentations from Bremen High School District 228 and Girl Scout Cookie Program

The Markham City Council approved the authorization of claims totaling $574,427.40, adopted Resolution 21-R-653 extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency, and approved an ordinance increasing the number of Class A liquor licenses. The council granted business licenses to Markham Food and Tobacco, JR Tobacco, Besties Smoke Shop, Sail Loans, and Synergy Development Firm, but denied a license to I-57 Truck Parking. A resolution to amend Resolution 21-R-638 for Markham Supportive Care died for lack of a second.

• Approved $574,427.40 in claims (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-653 extending COVID-19 state of emergency (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-O-2311 increasing Class A liquor licenses (3-1)
• Granted license to Markham Food and Tobacco (4-0)
• Granted license to JR Tobacco (4-0)
• Granted license to Besties Smoke Shop (4-0)
• Denied license to I-57 Truck Parking (4-0)
• Granted license to Sail Loans (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to consider routine approvals and several specific items, including a resolution to extend the local COVID-19 state of emergency and an ordinance for a Thorntons fuel station at 3148 W 159th St. They will also review minutes, claims, licenses, and a bid opening for a street resurfacing project. The agenda includes procedural items and public comment opportunities.

• Resolution to extend local state of emergency and modify in-person meetings due to COVID-19
• Ordinance for Thorntons, LLC fuel station at 3148 W 159th St
• Business licenses for Dd's Discounts Store #5454 and Knotty Luxe Jazz Bistro
• CDBG Street Resurfacing Project #2006-067 bid opening results
• Approval of minutes from August 4 and August 18, 2021 meetings

The Markham City Council approved an ordinance (21-O-2310) for a Thornton's LLC fuel station at 3148 W. 159th Street, with a 3-1 vote. The council also approved a resolution extending the local state of emergency due to COVID-19, authorized claims totaling $525,788.28, and granted business licenses to Dd's Discount Store and Knotty Luxe Jazz Bistro. A motion to give the mayor authority to execute a Statement of Trust for the Plum Creek project failed for lack of a second, and the related deed release was tabled.

• Approved Ordinance 21-O-2310 for Thornton's fuel station at 3148 W. 159th St. (3-1)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-652 extending local state of emergency (4-0)
• Authorized claims totaling $525,788.28 (4-0)
• Approved CDBG street resurfacing bid for project #2016-067 (4-0)
• Granted business license to Dd's Discount Store #5454 (4-0)
• Granted business license to Knotty Luxe Jazz Bistro (4-0)
• Motion to give mayor power for Plum Creek Statement of Trust failed (no second)
• Tabled release of deeds to Plum Creek

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions and ordinances, including a resolution to extend the local state of emergency. The agenda also includes items regarding whistleblower protection, housing regulation amendments, and the termination of the JEVIC Transportation Business Park TIF.

• Resolution to extend and renew the local State of Emergency and modify in-person meeting rules
• Resolution approving a Whistleblower Protection & Prevention of Improper Governmental Action Policy
• Resolution renaming the Senior Living Center at 15520 Kedzie Avenue
• Ordinance amending 'Imminent Danger' and penalty sections of Housing Regulations
• Ordinance terminating the JEVIC Transportation Business Park Redevelopment Project Area

The Markham City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a whistleblower protection policy, renaming the senior living center at 15520 Kedzie Avenue, amending housing regulations, terminating the Jevic Transportation TIF, and conveying property at 1449 W. 163rd St. The council also granted a business license to Furex, Inc. and approved the claims list totaling $496,280.56.

• Adopted Resolution 21-R-649 extending local state of emergency (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-650 whistleblower protection policy (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-651 renaming senior living center (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2306 amending housing regulations (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2307 repealing real estate transfer stamp ordinance (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2308 terminating Jevic TIF (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2309 conveying 1449 W. 163rd St. (3-0)
• Granted business license to Furex, Inc. (3-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council approved a $374,800 contract with Era Valdivia Contractors to paint the city water tower, with painting of the logo and sticker deferred for later discussion. The council also approved two business licenses, extended the local state of emergency, and authorized claims totaling $488,703.20. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and included reports and public comments.

• Approved Resolution 21-R-648 authorizing water tower painting contract with Era Valdivia Contractors ($374,800) (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R-647 extending local state of emergency due to COVID-19 (3-0)
• Approved business license for Mr. Craves Concession Treats-N-Eats (3-0)
• Approved business license for On the 9 Sports Bar and Grill (3-0)
• Authorized claims and accounts totaling $488,703.20 (3-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 21, 2021, to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency, approving a water tank painting contract, amending garbage rates, granting a special use for a property, and modifying police officer hiring. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, claims, and a business license.

• Resolution to extend local state of emergency and modify in-person meetings due to COVID-19
• Contract with Era Valdivia Contractors, Inc. to paint city water tank (16313 S Kedzie Parkway)
• Ordinance amending garbage and refuse rates (Title V, Chapter 50, Section 50.024)
• Special use application by Helen Powell for 15821 Whipple
• Ordinance amending police lateral transfer hiring (Ordinance 21-O-2295)

The Markham City Council tabled a resolution to authorize a $374,800 contract with Era Valdivia Contractors, Inc. to paint the city water tower. The decision was postponed after aldermen disagreed over whether to include an Amazon logo on the tower. The council also approved a garbage rate increase, denied a special use permit, and adopted an ordinance to hire lateral transfer police officers.

• Tabled Resolution 21-R-647 for water tower painting contract with Era Valdivia Contractors, Inc. ($374,800) (0-0, no motion)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-646 extending local COVID-19 state of emergency (4-0)
• Approved claims totaling $440,195.21 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-0-2304 increasing garbage rates from $25.00 to $25.81 effective Sept. 1, 2021 (4-0)
• Denied special use permit for Helen Powell at 15821 Whipple (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-0-2305 authorizing hiring of lateral transfer police officers (4-0)
• Tabled business license for Mr. Crave Concession Treats-N-Eats (4-0)
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2021 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, claims, and several resolutions, including extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency and purchasing municipal vehicles from New Lenox. The meeting will also cover routine reports from the attorney, clerk, and mayor, plus public comment.

• Resolution to extend the local COVID-19 state of emergency and approve modified in-person meeting rules
• Resolution to purchase municipal vehicles from the Village of New Lenox
• Approval of minutes from June 2 and June 16, 2021 meetings
• Authorization of claims and accounts
• Public comments accepted via email to City Clerk Leslie Trimuel by 4:00 p.m.

The Markham City Council, with the mayor absent, appointed Alderman Jones as Mayor Pro Tempore and approved several items. They adopted Resolution 21-R-644 extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency and Resolution 21-R-645 to purchase three municipal vehicles from the Village of New Lenox. The council also approved the minutes from June 2 and June 16, 2021, and authorized claims totaling $746,512.13. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and public comment.

• Appointed Alderman Jones as Mayor Pro Tempore (3 yes, 1 abstain)
• Approved minutes of June 2, 2021 (4 yes)
• Approved minutes of June 16, 2021 (4 yes)
• Authorized claims totaling $746,512.13 (4 yes)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-644 extending COVID-19 state of emergency (4 yes)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-645 to purchase 3 municipal vehicles from New Lenox (4 yes)

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 16, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall. The main item is a resolution to extend and renew the local state of emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic, which also approves the mayor's determination to continue modified in-person meeting arrangements. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, claims, and reports from city officials.

• Resolution to extend and renew the local state of emergency and approve mayor's determination on modified in-person meetings due to COVID-19
• Approval of regular City Council meeting minutes from June 2, 2021
• Authorization of claims and accounts
• Public comments accepted via email to City Clerk Leslie Trimuel by 4:00 p.m. on meeting day
• Meeting accessible via live stream on City of Markham's Facebook page

The Markham City Council voted to extend and renew the local state of emergency and approve modifications to in-person meetings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, adopting Resolution 21-R-643. The council also approved a claims list totaling $744,611.86, including manual checks. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on the Amazon project and other developments.

• Appointed Alderman Jones as Mayor Pro Tem for the meeting (3 yes, 1 abstain).
• Approved Authorization of Claims and Accounts Bill list totaling $744,611.86 (4 yes).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-643 extending the local state of emergency and modifying in-person meetings (4 yes).
• Opened and closed the public comment session (4 yes each).
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:43 p.m. (4 yes).

City Council

The Markham City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 2, 2021, to consider several items, including a resolution to extend the local state of emergency related to COVID-19 and approve the mayor's modifications to in-person meetings. The council will also consider ordinances establishing standards for construction on rights-of-way and regulations for small wireless facilities. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and authorizing claims, as well as a presentation from The Nature Conservancy.

• Resolution to extend the local state of emergency and approve modifications to in-person meetings due to COVID-19
• Ordinance amending Title XV 'Land Usage' to establish standards for construction on rights-of-way
• Ordinance amending Title XV 'Land Usage' to regulate small wireless facilities
• Approval of minutes from May 5 and May 19, 2021 meetings
• Presentation on Markham and The Nature Conservancy partnership

The Markham City Council approved two ordinances establishing standards for construction on rights-of-way and regulations for small wireless facilities, both by unanimous 4-0 votes. The council also adopted a resolution extending the local state of emergency due to COVID-19 and approved a claims list totaling $596,614.52. No public comments were made.

• Adopted Resolution 21-R-642 extending local state of emergency (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2302 establishing standards for construction on rights-of-way (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2303 regulating small wireless facilities (4-0)
• Approved claims and accounts bill list totaling $596,614.52 (4-0)
• Approved minutes for May 5 and May 19, 2021 meetings (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 19, 2021, with several action items on the agenda. These include resolutions related to a real property purchase agreement, a software service license, and an ordinance to change the duplicate business license fee. The council will also consider extending the local state of emergency related to COVID-19 and a redevelopment agreement for 163rd and Dixie Highway.

• Resolution amending 21-R-633 authorizing real property purchase agreement with Markham Supportive Care, L.P.
• Resolution authorizing CORe360 Software Service License Agreement with DACRA Tech LLC
• Ordinance amending Section 110.23 to change duplicate business license fee
• Resolution extending local state of emergency and approving modifications to in-person meetings due to COVID-19
• 163rd and Dixie Highway LLC Redevelopment Agreement

The Markham City Council approved a $1,494,315.72 claims list, adopted resolutions for a property purchase amendment and a new ticketing software, and passed an ordinance changing duplicate business license fees. It also renewed the local state of emergency, approved a 4.5% health insurance rate increase, and granted business licenses to LD Studios and Hi-Way Motel with compliance conditions. The meeting was led by Alderman Jones as Mayor Pro Tem due to the Mayor's absence.

• Approved claims totaling $1,494,315.72 (4-0)
• Adopted resolution 21-R-638 amending property purchase agreement with Markham Supportive Care, LP (3-1)
• Adopted resolution 21-R-639 authorizing Core360 software license agreement with DACRA Tech LLC (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance 21-O-2301 changing duplicate business license fee (4-0)
• Adopted resolution 21-R-640 extending local state of emergency (4-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 United Healthcare medical insurance renewal with 4.5% rate increase (4-0)
• Granted business license to LD Studios with 90-day compliance condition (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Granted business license to ZP Corporation AKA Hi-Way Motel with 6-month compliance stipulation (3-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to consider the annual appropriation ordinance for fiscal year 2021-2022, a resolution extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency, and other items like contracts and land development. They will also accept election results from the April 6, 2021 election and consider a business license for LD Studios. The meeting includes public comment options, both in-person and via email or live stream.

• Annual appropriation ordinance for FY 2021-2022
• Resolution to extend local COVID-19 state of emergency
• Acceptance of April 6, 2021 election results
• Business license for LD Studios
• Contracts, land development, personnel, and litigation reports

The Markham City Council adopted the annual appropriation ordinance for fiscal year 2021-2022, approved claims totaling $569,982.22, and accepted the April 6, 2021 election results. The council also extended the local state of emergency due to COVID-19. A business license for LD Studios was postponed to the next meeting.

• Adopted annual appropriation ordinance 21-O-2300 for FY2021-22 (4-0)
• Approved claims and accounts bill list totaling $569,982.22 (4-0)
• Adopted resolution 21-R-637 extending local state of emergency (4-0)
• Accepted tabulated election results for April 6, 2021 consolidated election (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 21, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Postponed business license for LD Studios to next meeting

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including extending the local state of emergency related to COVID-19 and adopting the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code. The council will also consider approving minutes, claims, business licenses, and other reports. The meeting will be held with limited in-person attendance due to the pandemic, with public participation available via email and live stream.

• Resolution to extend and renew the local state of emergency and approve modifications to in-person meetings due to COVID-19
• Resolution authorizing execution of CDBG 2006-67
• Ordinance amending Chapter 151 'Housing Regulations' to adopt the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code
• Business licenses for Bridges Excavating, Trucks X, Inc., Yopo Transport, Inc., GBST, Inc., Rapid Recovery, Inc., Furex, Inc., and LD Studios
• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2021 regular meeting

The Markham City Council approved the adoption of the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code, extended the COVID-19 local state of emergency, and authorized a CDBG grant for street improvements. It also granted business licenses to Bridges Excavating, TRUCKSX Inc, Yopo Inc, and Rapid Recovery Inc. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved minutes of April 7, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved claims and accounts totaling $468,810.19 (4-0)
• Approved re-proclamation of COVID-19 state of emergency (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-635 extending local state of emergency (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-636 authorizing CDBG 2006-67 for Homan Ave street improvements (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2299 adopting 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (4-0)
• Granted business license to Bridges Excavating (4-0)
• Granted business licenses to TRUCKSX Inc, Yopo Inc, and Rapid Recovery Inc (4-0 each)

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting with routine items like minutes approval and claims. The main substantive item is a resolution to extend the local state of emergency and approve the mayor's modifications to in-person meetings due to COVID-19. The council will also consider a settlement in a lawsuit (Ieliot A. Jackson-El Case 18 CV 01469).

• Resolution to extend and renew local state of emergency and approve mayor's COVID-19 in-person meeting modifications
• Settlement of Ieliot A. Jackson-El Case 18 CV 01469
• Approval of minutes from March 17, 2021 regular meeting
• Authorization of claims and accounts

The Markham City Council voted 4-0 to adopt Resolution 21-R-634, extending the local state of emergency and allowing continued modifications to in-person meetings due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The council also approved a litigation settlement in the case of Eliot A. Jackson-El (Case 18 CV 01469) with a 3-0 vote and one abstention. Additionally, the council approved the minutes from the March 17 meeting and authorized claims totaling $780,820.43.

• Approved minutes of the March 17, 2021 regular council meeting (4-0).
• Authorized claims and accounts bill list totaling $780,820.43 (4-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-634 extending the local COVID-19 state of emergency and allowing modified in-person meetings (4-0).
• Approved settlement in Eliot A. Jackson-El case (3-0, 1 abstention).

City Council

The Markham City Council voted 4-0 to extend the local state of emergency and adopt an ordinance authorizing lateral transfer police officers, with amendments to include temporary officers and pension service credit. The council also approved a property tax incentive for a development and amended a property purchase closing date to June 1, 2021.

• Approved minutes for March 3 and March 12, 2021 meetings (4-0)
• Authorized claims and accounts totaling $761,903.26 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-632 extending local state of emergency (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2294 amending business license application fees (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2295 authorizing lateral transfer police officers, with amendments (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2296 consenting to Cook County Class 8 property tax incentive for Wolfburg Properties (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2297 amending real estate transfer stamp fees (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O-2298 establishing safety and fire inspection fees (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to review the City Attorney's report. This includes a resolution regarding participation in the 2021 Cook County Community Development Block Grant Program.

• Resolution for 2021 Cook County Community Development Block Grant Program participation

The Markham City Council voted 4-0 to adopt Resolution 21-R-631, authorizing the city's participation in the 2021 Cook County Community Development Block Grant Program. The meeting was procedural, with no public comments and no other substantive decisions.

• Adopted Resolution 21-R-631 authorizing participation in the 2021 Cook County Community Development Block Grant Program (4-0).
• Opened the floor to public comment (4-0); no comments were made.
• Closed the floor to public comment (4-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:48 p.m. (4-0).

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 3, 2021, to consider several items, including extending the local state of emergency due to COVID-19, authorizing the hiring of lateral transfer police officers, and a Class 8 property tax incentive request for a property at 2125 W. 162nd Street. The meeting will also include routine approvals of minutes and claims. Public participation is limited due to the pandemic, with options for email comments and live streaming.

• Resolution to extend and renew the local state of emergency and approve modifications to in-person meetings due to COVID-19
• Ordinance authorizing hiring of lateral transfer police patrol officers
• Class 8 property tax incentive request for 2125 W. 162nd Street (Arnold Kozys / Wolfsburg Properties, LLC)
• Approval of minutes from February 17, 2021 meeting
• Authorization of claims and accounts

The Markham City Council voted unanimously to extend the local state of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic and approved a resolution (21-R-629) supporting the mayor's modifications to in-person meetings. The council also approved the authorization of claims totaling $630,165.83 and heard a presentation from a business seeking a Class 8 property tax incentive for a new maintenance facility. No final action was taken on the Class 8 request, as the mayor indicated tweaks to the ordinance would be made in the coming weeks.

• Approved the minutes of the February 17, 2021, regular council meeting.
• Approved the authorization of claims and accounts bill list totaling $630,165.83.
• Approved the re-proclamation and declaration of a continued local state of emergency.
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-629, extending the local state of emergency and approving the mayor's determination on modifications to in-person meetings.
• Opened and closed the floor to a presentation from Adam Dotson of Arka Express regarding a Class 8 property tax incentive request for a maintenance facility at 2125 W. 162nd St.; no vote was taken on the request.

City Council

The City Council meeting includes a resolution to extend the local state of emergency and modify in-person meeting rules due to COVID-19. The agenda also features an ordinance for lateral transfers into the Markham Police Department and a business license review.

• Resolution to extend and renew the local State of Emergency
• Ordinance authorizing lateral transfers into the Markham Police Department
• Business license review for Learning 4 The Future Childcare, Inc.
• Approval of February 3, 2021, meeting minutes

The Markham City Council voted 4-0 to deny a business license to Learning 4 the Future Childcare Inc., despite a presentation from the applicants. The council also approved the claims list totaling $345,205.79 and adopted Resolution 21-R-628 extending the local state of emergency due to COVID-19. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Denied business license to Learning 4 the Future Childcare Inc. (4-0)
• Approved claims and accounts totaling $345,205.79 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R-628 extending local state of emergency (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 3, 2021 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 3, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The main action is a resolution to extend and renew the local state of emergency and approve the mayor's modifications to in-person meetings due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The council will also approve minutes from the January 20 meeting and consider claims and accounts.

• Resolution to extend local state of emergency and approve COVID-19 meeting modifications
• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2021 regular meeting
• Authorization of claims and accounts
• Public comments accepted via email to City Clerk Jennifer Coles by 4:00 p.m. on meeting day

The Markham City Council voted 4-0 to adopt Resolution 21-R-625, extending the local state of emergency and the mayor's modifications to in-person meetings due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The council also approved the minutes from the January 20, 2021 meeting and authorized claims totaling $850,801.40. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and public comments.

• Adopted Resolution 21-R-625 extending COVID-19 emergency declaration (4-0)
• Approved minutes of January 20, 2021 regular council meeting (4-0)
• Authorized claims and accounts bill list totaling $850,801.40 (4-0)

City of Markham Electoral Board

The City of Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board is meeting to hear and decide on objections to the nomination papers of Kenneth "Mojo" Muldrow Jr., an independent candidate for mayor in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The board will consider the case Curtis v. Muldrow, 2020 MMOEB-03, and may sign a decision. Public attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing via Facebook.

• Hearing on objections to Kenneth "Mojo" Muldrow Jr.'s mayoral nomination papers
• Case docket: Curtis v. Muldrow, 2020 MMOEB-03
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Public attendance limited to 10 persons due to COVID-19 restrictions
• Remote attendance via City of Markham Facebook page

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions to extend the local state of emergency and modify in-person meeting procedures due to COVID-19. The agenda also includes a resolution for a computer software and services contract with Civic Systems, LLC.

• Resolution to extend and renew the local state of emergency
• Resolution regarding modifications to in-person meetings due to COVID-19
• Software and services contract with Civic Systems, LLC
• Approval of January 6, 2021, and December 30, 2020, meeting minutes

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board is meeting to hear and decide on an objection to the nomination papers of Gladys "Chub" Ambers-Martin, an independent candidate for City Clerk in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The board will continue proceedings, deliberate, and may issue a decision on the objection. Public attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing available via the city's Facebook page.

• Case: Naggles v. Ambers-Martin, 2020 MMOEB-02
• Objection to nomination papers of Gladys "Chub" Ambers-Martin
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Remote attendance via Facebook live stream
• COVID-19 restrictions: 10-person limit, face coverings required

City of Markham Electoral Board

The City of Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and decide on objections to the nomination papers of Gladys "Chub" Ambers-Martin, an independent candidate for City Clerk in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The meeting is a continued hearing on the objections and may result in a decision on the candidate's eligibility. Public attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing available via Facebook.

• Hearing on objections to nomination papers of Gladys "Chub" Ambers-Martin, Independent Candidate for City Clerk
• Case docket: Naggles v. Ambers-Martin, 2020 MMOEB-02
• Possible decision on objections to nomination papers
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Public attendance limited to 10 persons due to COVID-19 restrictions

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board is meeting to hear and decide on objections to Perry D. Browley's nomination papers for mayor in the April 6, 2021 election. The board will continue proceedings on two consolidated cases and may issue a decision. Public attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing via Facebook.

• Objections to Perry D. Browley's mayoral nomination papers
• Consolidated cases: Robinson v. Browley (2020 MMOEB-07) and Whittler v. Browley (2020 MMOEB-08)
• Possible decision on objections at this meeting
• In-person attendance limited to 10 people due to COVID-19 restrictions
• Remote attendance via City of Markham Facebook page

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and decide on objections to the nomination papers of Jennifer Coles, an independent candidate for mayor in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The meeting is a continued hearing on the case Naggles v. Coles, with possible decisions on the objections. Attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing via Facebook.

• Hearing on objections to Jennifer Coles' nomination papers
• Case Naggles v. Coles, 2020 MMOEB-04
• Possible decision on objections to mayoral candidacy
• Meeting at 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Public can attend remotely via City of Markham Facebook page

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and decide on objections to the nomination papers of Kenneth "Mojo" Muldrow Jr., an independent candidate for mayor in the April 6, 2021, Consolidated Election. The meeting continues proceedings in the case Curtis v. Muldrow, 2020 MMOEB-03, and may result in a decision on the objections. Public attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing via the city's Facebook page.

• Hearing on objections to Kenneth "Mojo" Muldrow Jr.'s mayoral nomination papers
• Case docket: Curtis v. Muldrow, 2020 MMOEB-03
• Possible decision on objections to nomination papers
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Public attendance limited to 10 persons; remote viewing via Facebook

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and decide on objections to the nomination papers of Perry D. Browley, an independent candidate for mayor in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The meeting is a continued hearing on the objections, with possible deliberations and decisions. Attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing via Facebook.

• Hearing on objections to Perry D. Browley's nomination papers
• Case: Smith v. Browley, 2020 MMOEB-06
• Possible decision on objections
• Meeting at 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Remote attendance via Facebook live stream

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board is meeting to hear and decide on objections to the nomination papers of Perry D. Browley, an independent candidate for mayor in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The board will continue proceedings, deliberate, and possibly issue a decision on the objections. Attendance is limited due to COVID-19 restrictions, with remote viewing available via Facebook.

• Objection case: Goodlow v. Browley, 2020 MMOEB-05
• Candidate: Perry D. Browley, Independent for Mayor
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Public attendance limited to 10 persons with face coverings required
• Remote attendance via City of Markham Facebook page

City of Markham Electoral Board

The City of Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board is meeting to hear and rule on an objection to the nomination papers of Perry D. Browley, an independent candidate for mayor in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The meeting is required by law to pass upon such objections. Attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing via Facebook Live.

• Objection case Whittler v. Browley, 2020 MMOEB-08
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Adoption of Rules of Procedure
• Public attendance limited to 10 persons due to COVID-19 restrictions

City of Markham Electoral Board

The City of Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and decide on an objection to the nomination papers of Gladys "Chub" Ambers-Martin, an independent candidate for City Clerk in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The meeting is required by law to pass upon such objections. Public attendance is limited to 10 people due to COVID-19 restrictions, with remote viewing available via Facebook.

• Objection case: Naggles v. Ambers-Martin, 2020 MMOEB-02
• Candidate: Gladys "Chub" Ambers-Martin, Independent for Clerk
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Adoption of Rules of Procedure
• COVID-19 attendance limits and remote access via Facebook live stream

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and decide on an objection to the nomination papers of Jennifer Coles, a mayoral candidate for the April 6, 2021 General Election. The meeting includes adoption of rules and proceedings on the objection case Naggles v. Coles. Attendance is limited due to COVID-19 restrictions, with remote viewing available via Facebook.

• Hearing on objection to Jennifer Coles' nomination papers (case 2020 MMOEB-04)
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Adoption of rules of procedure for the electoral board
• Public attendance limited to 10 persons with face coverings required
• Remote attendance via City of Markham Facebook page

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board is meeting to hear and decide on an objection to the nomination papers of Perry D. Browley, an independent candidate for mayor in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The meeting is required by law to pass upon such objections. Attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing available via Facebook.

• Hearing on objection Goodlow v. Browley, 2020 MMOEB-05
• Adoption of rules of procedure
• Meeting at 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Public attendance limited to 10 persons due to COVID-19 mitigations

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and decide on an objection to the nomination papers of Kenneth "Mojo" Muldrow Jr., an independent candidate for mayor in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The meeting is required by law to pass upon such objections. Public attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing via Facebook Live.

• Objection case Curtis v. Muldrow, 2020 MMOEB-03
• Adoption of rules of procedure
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Limited in-person attendance to 10 persons due to COVID-19 restrictions

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board is meeting to hear and decide on an objection to the nomination papers of Perry D. Browley, an independent candidate for mayor in the April 6, 2021 Consolidated Election. The board will adopt rules of procedure and conduct proceedings on the objection, case Robinson v. Browley. Attendance is limited to 10 people in person, with remote viewing via Facebook Live.

• Hearing on objections to Perry D. Browley's nomination papers
• Case: Robinson v. Browley, 2020 MMOEB-07
• Meeting at 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Adoption of rules of procedure
• Public attendance limited to 10 persons due to COVID-19 mitigations

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and pass upon objections regarding the nomination papers of independent mayoral candidate Perry D. Browley. The proceedings concern the April 6, 2021, Consolidated Primary Election.

• Hearing on Objections to Nomination Papers: Smith v. Browley, 2020 MMOEB-06

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and decide on objections to the nomination papers of Perry D. Browley, an independent candidate for mayor in the April 6, 2021 election. The meeting is a continued hearing on consolidated cases Robinson v. Browley and Whittler v. Browley. The board may deliberate and take action on the objections. Attendance is limited due to COVID-19 restrictions, with remote viewing available via Facebook.

• Hearing on objections to Perry D. Browley's nomination papers
• Consolidated cases: Robinson v. Browley, 2020 MMOEB-07; Whittler v. Browley, 2020 MMOEB-08
• Possible decision on objections to mayoral candidacy
• Meeting at City Council Chambers, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL
• Public attendance limited to 10 persons; remote via Facebook live stream

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 6, 2021, with a main agenda item being a resolution to amend a prior agreement to purchase real property from Markham Supportive Care, L.P. The council will also consider extending the local state of emergency and modifying in-person meeting rules due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Other routine items include approving minutes, claims, and various reports.

• Resolution amending Resolution 20-R-598 for real property purchase agreement with Markham Supportive Care, L.P.
• Resolution to extend and renew the local state of emergency and approve mayor's determination on in-person meeting modifications due to COVID-19
• Approval of minutes from December 16 and December 30, 2020 meetings
• Authorization of claims and accounts
• Public comment via email to City Clerk Jennifer Coles by 4:00 p.m. on meeting day