Markham public meetings in 2023

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Markham City Council with a short agenda. The council will authorize claims and accounts, hold a public session, and then adjourn; no substantive decisions or discussions are listed beyond these routine items.

• Authorization of Claims & Accounts
• Public Session for resident comments
• Special meeting at 12:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 16313 S. Kedzie Parkway

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the annual tax levy for fiscal year 2024-2025, abatements for two bond series, a street vacation, and a paid leave ordinance. The council will also authorize claims, approve minutes, and consider business licenses.

• Resolution to participate in No Cash Bid Program, Round Three (21 parcels)
• Ordinance approving paid leave benefits for city employees
• Ordinance vacating Hoyne Avenue between 162nd and 163rd Streets
• Ordinance levying taxes for fiscal year 2024-2025 (Tax Year 2023)
• Ordinance abating real estate tax for $5,550,000 GO Refunding Bonds Series 2005A and $295,000 GO Bonds Series 2012

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding a special meeting on November 28, 2023, primarily to discuss and likely act on the 2023-2024 liability insurance renewal package. The agenda also includes a city attorney's report and a public session for resident input. The meeting is procedural in nature, with no other substantive items listed.

• Liability Insurance Renewal Package 2023-2024
• City Attorney's Report
• Public Session

City Council

The City Council will conduct a regular meeting including approval of previous minutes and authorization of claims. The agenda includes a retirement acknowledgment and a resolution regarding street naming.

• Acknowledgment of retirement for Sergeant Levester Dean
• Resolution to name the southwest corner of 163rd Street and Trumbull Avenue as honorary 'Eva L. Vaught Avenue'
• Business license review for Fellas S-Line Motors
• Business license review for T-18 Truck Repair

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting with routine items like minutes approval and claims. Key actions include a resolution for an intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for the Invest in Cook 2023 program, and a business license for Taco N Todo. Public comments are scheduled.

• Resolution authorizing Intergovernmental Agreement with Cook County for Invest in Cook 2023
• Business license for Taco N Todo
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2023 meeting
• Authorization of claims and accounts

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to approve minutes, claims, and several ordinances. Key actions include a special use permit for a gas station on Dixie Highway and approval of a collective bargaining agreement with AFSME Local 1473. The council will also consider two business license applications and a recall of one application.

• Special use permit for automobile service station at 16656 Dixie Highway for Dixie and 167th Real Estate LLC
• Collective bargaining agreement between City of Markham and AFSME, AFL-CIO, Local 1473
• Business license application for Altex Logistic, Inc
• Business license application for Tasty Love Catering, LLC
• Recalling application for D&K Thrift Store

Planning and Zoning Board

The Markham Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting on October 11, 2023, to consider a special use permit application from Dixie & 167 Real Estate LLC to operate an automobile service station at 16656 Dixie Hwy. The board will also continue discussions on Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance updates. Public comments will be heard.

• Special use permit application by Dixie & 167 Real Estate LLC for auto service station at 16656 Dixie Hwy
• Continued discussion of Comprehensive Plan updates
• Continued discussion of Zoning Ordinance updates
• Public session for interested persons

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting with several substantive items on the agenda, including resolutions and ordinances on climate resiliency planning, contractor licensing, real estate transfer stamp requirements, and a road resurfacing contract award. The council will also consider minutes, claims, and business licenses.

• Resolution authorizing intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for climate resiliency planning services
• Ordinance amending Chapter 120 on licensing of contractors and builders
• Ordinance amending Section 152.30 on transfer stamp requirements for real estate transfers
• Approval/award of Honore Ave. resurfacing construction project to Sanchez Paving of Markham, IL
• Business licenses for Utility Transport Services, LM Consulting Agency, Inc., and Fast Tire

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 proposed ordinance to vacate certain streets and alleys and approve a plat of vacation for Mozart Street and California Avenue. The council will also consider three business licenses and hear a presentation from the Girl Scouts.

• Ordinance vacating streets and alleys at Mozart Street and California Avenue
• Business license for Comfort Travel Inc. (home based)
• Business license for R5 Productions (home based)
• Business license for D&K Thrift Store
• Girl Scouts Fall Product Program presentation

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and claims, but the main items are a resolution to appoint Bradford Miller Law, P.C. as special counsel and a motion to accept or reject a settlement in the Walker v. City of Markham lawsuit. The agenda also includes reports from the city attorney, clerk, mayor, and administrator.

• Resolution appointing special counsel and approving engagement agreement with Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
• Action on motion to accept or reject release and settlement agreement in Walker v. City of Markham, 21 C 2939
• Approval of minutes from August 16, 2023 regular meeting
• Authorization of claims and accounts

The City Council approved over $1.1 million in claims and accounts. The board also adopted a resolution to appoint Bradford Miller Law, P.C. as special counsel. City administration provided updates on infrastructure funding and a new lead service monitoring program.

• Approved minutes from August 16, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Authorization of Claims and Accounts Bill totaling $1,120,247.68 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-R-707 appointing Bradford Miller Law, P.C. as Special Counsel (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on August 16, 2023, to consider several items, including a final plat for a gas station, an ordinance amending ambulance and medical service fees, a street vacation, and a change in the city's health insurance broker. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and a business license.

• Resolution approving final plat of Gas N Wash at 159th and Western Avenue
• Ordinance amending Sections 34.25 and 34.26 regarding ambulance and medical service fees
• Ordinance vacating part of West 158th Place and Oakley Avenue
• Change health insurance broker to Hub International effective 9-1-2023
• Business license for Andrate Truck and Trailer Repair

The City Council approved amendments to emergency medical ambulance fees and vacated a portion of West 158th Place and Oakley Avenue. A business license for Andrae Truck and Trailer Repair was granted, and the final plat for Gas N Wash was approved.

• Approved Authorization of Claims and Accounts Bill totaling $621,254.84 (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Gas N Wash at 159th and Western Avenue (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2370 amending emergency and medical ambulance fees (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2371 vacating a portion of West 158th Place and Oakley Avenue (4-0)
• Approved business license for Andrae Truck and Trailer Repair (4-0)
• Motion to change health insurance broker to Hub International failed for lack of second

Planning and Zoning Board

The Markham Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals holds a special meeting to consider new business, including a plat of subdivision application from Lenny's Gas N Wash 159th & Western LLC and a new zoning application form. The board will also continue discussions on Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance updates. Public comments will be heard.

• Application of Lenny's Gas N Wash 159th & Western LLC for plat of subdivision approval
• New Zoning Application Form
• Continued discussion of Comprehensive Plan updates
• Continued discussion of Zoning Ordinance updates

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on August 2, 2023, to consider two ordinances: one to vacate a portion of 163rd Street and approve a plat of vacation, and another to consent to a Cook County Class 8 property tax incentive for a property at 3900 W. 167th Street owned by Barakat Ground Inc. The council will also approve minutes, authorize claims, and hear reports from the city attorney, clerk, mayor, and administrator.

• Ordinance vacating a portion of 163rd Street and approving a plat of vacation
• Ordinance consenting to Cook County Class 8 tax incentive for PIN 28-23-300-056-0000 at 3900 W. 167th Street (Barakat Ground Inc.)
• Proclamation for BeBe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
• Approval of minutes from July 3 and July 19, 2023 meetings
• Authorization of claims and accounts

The City Council approved a Cook County Class 8 real estate property tax incentive for a development at 3900 W. 167th Street. The council also approved the vacation of a portion of 163rd Street and authorized over $623,000 in claims.

• Approved $623,600.03 in claims and accounts bill list (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2368 to vacate a portion of 163rd Street (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2369 consenting to Cook County Class 8 tax incentive for 3900 W. 167th Street (3-0)
• Approved signature authorization for BeBe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month Resolution (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 3, 2023, special meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2023, regular meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to consider routine business, including approving minutes, claims, and several business licenses. Key items include a resolution for an intergovernmental agreement with the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District for sanitary sewer assessment and rehabilitation, and an ordinance to convey a surplus Dodge Charger to the Village of Robbins.

• Resolution authorizing intergovernmental agreement with MWRD for sanitary sewer condition assessment and rehabilitation
• Ordinance conveying surplus 1 Dodge Charger Sedan to Village of Robbins
• Business licenses: Express Auto Detailing, Ms. B's Italian Ice (food truck), Only Cuts and Prints, Elite Logistics, D&B Transport, C Buteheez BBQ (food truck)

The City Council authorized an intergovernmental agreement with the MWRD for sanitary sewer rehabilitation and approved the transfer of a Dodge Charger to the Village of Robbins. Additionally, the council granted business licenses to six local entities following public testimony.

• Approved Authorization of Claims and Accounts Bill totaling $660,915.17 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-R-705 for sanitary sewer rehabilitation agreement with MWRD (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-O-2367 to convey one Dodge Charger Sedan to the Village of Robbins (4-0)
• Granted business license to Auto Express Detailing (4-0)
• Granted business license to Ms. B’s Italian Ice, LLC (4-0)
• Granted business license to Only Cuts and Prints (4-0)
• Granted business license to Elite Logistics, Inc. (4-0)
• Granted business licenses to D&B Transport, LLC and C Buteheez BBQ (4-0)

Special Meetings

The Markham City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving settlements in litigation and property matters, including settlements involving BP Capital, Dorsey, Southland Homes, Grasso/Bass, and Michelle Lee. The agenda also includes authorization of claims and accounts, a mayor's report, and a public session.

• Approval of settlement – BP Capital, Dorsey, Southland Homes, and Grasso/Bass
• Approval of settlement – Michelle Lee
• Authorization of Claims and Accounts
• General conversation – litigation and property

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting with several ordinances up for consideration, including exempting the Chief of Police from the state-mandated retirement age, requiring vendor permits for city special events, and amending water and sewer rates. The council will also receive the FY2022 audit presentation and consider four business licenses.

• Ordinance to exempt Chief of Police from police officer retirement age under state law
• Ordinance to require vendor permits for city special events
• Ordinance amending Section 53.03 for municipal water and sewer rates
• FY2022 Audit Presentation by Lauterbach & Amen
• Business licenses for Barakat Ground, Inc., Safeway Transportation, Accurate Construction Site Services, and Lopez Truck and Trailer Repair

The City Council adopted ordinances to update municipal water and sewer rates and require vendor permits for city events. The council also granted business licenses to several transportation and repair companies. An unmodified audit opinion for fiscal year 2022 was presented.

• Approved Authorization of Claims and Accounts Bill totaling $865,926.20 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2364 exempting the Chief of Police from state law retirement age (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2365 requiring vendor permits for city events (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2366 amending municipal water and sewer rates and charges (4-0)
• Granted business license to Barakat Ground, Inc. (4-0)
• Granted business license to Safeway Transportation (4-0)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, authorize claims, and hear reports. Key items include a group insurance renewal, several business license applications, and a food truck permit. The meeting is largely routine, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Group Insurance Renewal
• Joy 1 LLC dba Harolds Chicken – Food Truck
• Business License – Hot Potato Café – Food Trailer
• Accurate Construction Site Services, Inc.
• Precision Automotive and Race Technology

The City Council granted business licenses to Joy 1 LLC (dba Harolds Chicken) and Hot Potato Café. A license request for Precision Automotive and Race Technology was placed on hold pending a meeting with the Building Department. The council also approved nearly $980,000 in claims.

• Approved Authorization of Claims and Accounts Bill totaling $980,311.17 (4-0)
• Granted business license to Joy 1 LLC dba Harolds Chicken (4-0)
• Granted business license to Hot Potato Café (4-0)
• Tabled business license for Precision Automotive and Race Technology
• No action taken on business license for Accurate Construction Site Service, Inc.
• Approved minutes from May 17, 2023 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, including changes to municipal water and sewer rates, authorizing loans for water supply and pollution control, and conveying surplus property. They will also approve minutes, claims, and business licenses.

• Ordinance amending Section 53.03 of Markham Code for water and sewer rates
• Ordinance authorizing conveyance of 1 Ford SUV to Village of Robbins
• Ordinance to borrow funds from Public Water Supply Loan Program
• Ordinance to borrow funds from Water Pollution Control Loan Program
• Business licenses for Rubianna Rasta Pasta Jamaican Jerk LLC (food truck) and Queenz Café

The City Council adopted ordinances to amend municipal water and sewer rates and authorized borrowing from the Public Water Supply and Water Pollution Control loan programs. The council also approved two new business licenses and authorized over $1.3 million in claims.

• Approved Authorization of Claims and Accounts Bill list totaling $1,338,128.16 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2360 amending municipal water and sewer rates and charges (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2361 to convey one Ford SUV to the Village of Robbins (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2362 to borrow funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2363 to borrow funds from the Water Pollution Control Loan Program (4-0)
• Approved business license for Rubianna Rasta Pasta Jamaican Jerk LLC food truck (4-0)
• Approved business license for Queenz Café (4-0)
• Approved minutes for May 3, 2023 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to approve minutes, claims, and several business licenses, and to consider a resolution approving a final plat of subdivision and easement for Thorntons, LLC. The City Attorney will also report on a litigation settlement (case 20 L 009025). The agenda includes routine items like the invocation, roll call, and public session.

• Resolution approving final plat of subdivision and easement for Thorntons, LLC
• Litigation settlement in case 20 L 009025
• Business licenses for La Sabrocita Tacos Y Mas, Markham Dixie Gas Inc, Two Cousins Food Inc, and Conlan Tire, LLC
• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2023 regular meeting
• Authorization of claims and accounts

The Markham City Council held a regular meeting on May 3, 2023, where newly elected and re-elected aldermen were sworn in. The council approved Resolution 23-R-703 for a final plat of subdivision and easement for Thorntons, LLC, and authorized a litigation settlement. Four business licenses were also approved.

• Approved Resolution 23-R-703 for final plat of subdivision and easement for Thorntons, LLC (4-0)
• Approved litigation settlement 20 L 009025 (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved business license for Markham Dixie Gas Inc. (4-0)
• Approved business license for Two Cousins Food Inc. (4-0)
• Approved business license for Conlan Tire, LLC (4-0)
• Approved business license for La Sabrocita Tacos Y Mas (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 26, 2023 (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Authorized claims totaling $683,866.47 (3-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The Markham City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 26, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes several ordinances and resolutions, including the annual appropriation for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2023, a rezoning of 21 city-owned parcels, and a lease-purchase agreement for a vehicle and sewer jetter. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, claims, and reports from city officials.

• Ordinance for annual appropriation for FY2024 (May 1, 2023–April 30, 2024)
• Resolution authorizing lease-purchase of a vehicle and sewer/drain jetter for Public Works
• Ordinance granting zoning map amendment for 21 city-owned parcels between 159th St. and 160th St., Sawyer Ave. and Homan Ave.
• Ordinance conveying 2 Ford SUVs as surplus property to Village of Robbins
• Ordinance establishing a petty cash fund

The City Council adopted the annual appropriation ordinance for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and established a petty cash fund. The council also approved a zoning map amendment for 21 city-owned parcels and authorized the transfer of two Ford SUVs to the Village of Robbins.

• Approved annual appropriations for FY May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved establishment of a petty cash fund (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 21 city-owned parcels between 159th/160th St and Sawyer/Homan Ave (4-0)
• Approved conveyance of 2 Ford SUVs to the Village of Robbins (4-0)
• Approved lease-purchase agreement for a vehicle and sewer/drain jetter (4-0)
• Authorized claims and accounts bill totaling $1,030,809.37 (4-0)
• Appointed Ald. Jones as Mayor Pro Tem (3-0-1)

Other/Notice Of Public Hearing

The City of Markham will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed Appropriation Budget for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2024. Residents can attend in person or submit written comments by email before the hearing. The budget will be available on the city website starting April 5, 2023.

• Public hearing on proposed Appropriation Budget for FY ending April 30, 2024
• Comments accepted in person or via email to Finance Director Christina Fisher or City Treasurer Belinda Richardson
• Budget available on city website from April 5, 2023

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a regular meeting to consider a zoning map amendment requested by the City of Markham. The application would rezone 21 city-owned parcels between 159th St. and 160th St. and Sawyer Ave. and Homan Ave. from R3-C1. The board will also approve minutes, hear reports, and take public comments.

• Zoning map amendment for 21 city-owned parcels between 159th St. and 160th St. and Sawyer Ave. and Homan Ave. from R3-C1
• Public session for interested persons
• Reports from Latisha Franklin, Shameka Leach, Phillip Jackson, Eugie S. Thompson, and attorney

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to approve minutes, claims, and several business-related items, including a cannabis community agreement and renewals of property tax incentives for local businesses. The agenda also includes a business license and a special presentation on organ donation.

• Resolution approving cannabis business community agreement with NMG IL 4, LLC
• Resolution consenting to renewal of Class 6B property tax incentive for First Industrial Realty at 2900 W. 166th Street
• Ordinance consenting to renewal of Class 8 tax incentive for Ameritin International/Markham Steel & Supply at 2222 W. 162nd Street
• Ordinance consenting to renewal of Class 8 tax incentive for Alpha Pro, LLC at 16600 S. Crawford Avenue
• Business license for AF Twins Truck Repair

The City Council approved a community agreement for a cannabis business and renewed property tax incentives for three local businesses. The council also authorized over $764,000 in claims and signed a proclamation for National Donate Life Month.

• Approved $764,293.73 in claims and accounts bill list (3-0-1)
• Authorized Mayor and Clerk to sign proclamation for Donate Life (4-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-R-700 approving cannabis business agreement with NMG IL 4, LLC (3-0-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 23-R-701 renewing Cook County Class 6B tax incentive for First Industrial Realty at 2900 W. 166th Street (4-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2354 renewing Cook County Class 8 tax incentive for Ameritin International Corporation/Markham Steel & Supply, LLC at 2222 W. 162nd Street (3-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2355 renewing Cook County Class 8 tax incentive for Alpha Pro, LLC at 16600 S. Crawford Avenue (4-0-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from March 15, 2023 (3-0-0-1)

Special Meetings

The Markham City Council is holding a special meeting on March 21, 2023, primarily to discuss the FY24 budget. The agenda also includes a public comment period. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• FY24 Budget Discussion
• Open Floor to the Public

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 15, 2023, with several substantive items on the agenda. The council will consider resolutions and ordinances related to sewer improvements funding, chronic nuisance property regulations, and the sale of surplus real estate, along with routine approvals and business licenses.

• Resolution authorizing participation in 2023 Cook County Community Development Block Grant Program for sewer improvements
• Ordinance amending Chapter 151 'Housing Regulations' to regulate chronic nuisance property
• Ordinance authorizing sale of surplus real estate and publication of notices of sales and requests for proposals
• Business licenses for Nutripack Alternate Parking LLC, LGLIS Auto LLC, and AF Twins Truck Repair
• Special presentation by Gas N Wash

The Council adopted a resolution for Cook County grant funding for sewer improvements and passed an ordinance to regulate chronic nuisance properties. They also authorized the sale of surplus real estate and granted two business licenses.

• Approved $631,101.22 in claims and accounts (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-R-699 for Cook County CDBG sewer improvements (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2352 to regulate chronic nuisance property (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-O-2353 authorizing sale of surplus real estate (3-0)
• Granted business license to Nutripack Alternate Parking LLC (3-0)
• Granted business license to LGLIS Auto LLC (3-0)
• Tabled AF Twins Truck Repair license to next meeting

City Council

The City Council approved a Cook County Class 8 real estate tax incentive for a property at 3333 W. 159th Street to support the development of a restaurant and coffee shop. The council also authorized over $904,000 in claims and accounts. Other items discussed included city history initiatives and public works maintenance.

• Approved Cook County Class 8 Real Estate Tax Incentive for 3333 W. 159th Street (4-0)
• Approved Authorization of Claims and Accounts totaling $904,966.83 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from February 15, 2023 meeting (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Markham Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a special meeting to consider a variance request from Scannell Properties for a 10-foot easement requirement at 2801 W. 159th St. (Interstate Crossings). The board will also continue discussions on Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance updates. Public comments will be heard.

• Variance application by Scannell Properties for 10-foot easement requirement (154.19(20)) at 2801 W. 159th St.
• Continued discussion of Comprehensive Plan updates
• Continued discussion of Zoning Ordinance updates
• Public session for comments

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on February 1, 2023, to consider several items, including an ordinance amending the city's sewer use code, a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) street resurfacing project award, and three business license applications. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and authorization of claims.

• Ordinance amending Title V, Chapter 52 (Sewer Use) and Ordinance No. 00-O-1703
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Street Resurfacing Project 2106-006 (Award)
• Business license for Alsip Truck Repair
• Business license for NAM Fleet Repair
• Business license for Soul Purpose Learning Academy Inc. (home-based)

The City Council officially appointed Anthony Mazziotta as Fire Chief and approved several agreements regarding the Canterbury Shopping Center. The council also authorized over $1.3 million in claims and accounts.

• Appointed Anthony Mazziotta as Fire Chief (4-0)
• Approved $1,332,367.14 in Authorization of Claims and Accounts (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-R-695 for vehicle sale agreement with Village of New Lenox (4-0)
• Approved authorization to sign Contribution, Purchase and Sale Agreement for Canterbury Shopping Center after polling council (3-0-1)
• Approved Reciprocal Easement, Restrictive Covenants, and Common Area Agreement for Canterbury Shopping Center (3-0-1)
• Approved minutes from January 4, 2023 meeting (4-0)

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to continue hearings and issue rulings on four objections to nomination papers for the April 4, 2023, Consolidated Election. The cases involve challenges by Delois Goodlow, John T. Thompson, and Monica Naggles against various candidates. The board may deliberate, decide, and take action on each case.

• Delois Goodlow v. Lenise Y. Neal (23-MMOEB-01)
• John T. Thompson v. Laurence Patterson II (23-MMOEB-02)
• John T. Thompson v. Terry White (23-MMOEB-03)
• Monica Naggles v. David Walker (23-MMOEB-04)

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, authorize claims, and hear reports. Key items include resolutions related to the Canterbury Shopping Center, a letter of agreement with the city, and the appointment of Anthony Mazziotta as Fire Chief.

• Resolution authorizing a letter of agreement with the City of Markham
• Contribution, purchase and sale agreement for Canterbury Shopping Center
• Reciprocal easement, restrictive covenants, and common area agreement for Canterbury Shopping Center
• Appointment of Anthony Mazziotta as Fire Chief
• Approval of minutes from January 4, 2023 meeting

The City Council officially appointed Anthony Mazziotta to the full-time position of Fire Chief. The council also authorized agreements regarding the Canterbury Shopping Center and approved over $1.3 million in claims.

• Appointed Anthony Mazziotta as Fire Chief (4-0)
• Approved Authorization of Claims and Accounts Bill totaling $1,332,367.14 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-R-695 for vehicle sale agreement with Village of New Lenox (4-0)
• Approved authorization to sign Contribution, Purchase and Sale Agreement for Canterbury Shopping Center after polling Council (3-0-1)
• Approved Reciprocal Easement, Restrictive Covenants, and Common Area Agreement for Canterbury Shopping Center (3-0-1)
• Approved minutes from January 4, 2023 meeting (4-0)

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board is meeting to continue hearings and decide on four objections to nomination papers for the April 4, 2023, Consolidated Election. The board will deliberate and may issue rulings on each case.

• Delois Goodlow v. Lenise Y. Neal (23-MMOEB-01)
• John T. Thompson v. Laurence Patterson II (23-MMOEB-02)
• John T. Thompson v. Terry White (23-MMOEB-03)
• Monica Naggles v. David Walker (23-MMOEB-04)

City of Markham Electoral Board

The Markham Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear and rule on objections to nomination papers filed for the April 4, 2023, Consolidated Election. The meeting is required by law and will address four specific objections. The board may recess to another date if needed.

• Delois Goodlow v. Lenise Y. Neal, 23-MMOEB-01
• John T. Thompson v. Laurence Patterson II, 23-MMOEB-02
• John T. Thompson v. Terry White, 23-MMOEB-03
• Monica Naggles v. David Walker, 23-MMOEB-04

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 4, 2023, to approve minutes, authorize claims, and hear reports. Key items include resolutions for a mutual aid agreement (MABAS) and a fire engine purchase, along with updates on projects, insurance, contracts, and land development.

• Resolution authorizing intergovernmental agreement for MABAS Master Agreement 2022
• Resolution authorizing a fire engine purchase
• Approval of minutes from December 7, 2022 regular meeting
• Authorization of claims and accounts
• Reports from city attorney, clerk, mayor, administrator, and aldermen

The City Council approved the purchase of a new fire engine and an intergovernmental agreement for the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System. The council also authorized over $1.1 million in claims and accounts payments.

• Approved Resolution 23-R-694 to authorize a fire engine purchase (3-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 23-R-693 for participation in the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (3-0-1)
• Approved Authorization of Claims and Accounts Bill list totaling $1,127,606.98 (3-0-1)
• Approved minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting (3-0-1)