Markham public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on a resolution approving a temporary moratorium on rental property licensing. The agenda also includes authorization of claims and accounts, a public session, and adjournment.

• Resolution Approving a Temporary Moratorium on Rental Property Licensing

The Markham City Council voted 4-0 to adopt Resolution 24-R-733, imposing a temporary moratorium on rental property licensing for 9 months to a year. The goal is to reduce the city's rental housing stock from about 20% to 10%. The council also opened and closed the public floor, and heard an update on lead service line inspections.

• Adopted Resolution 24-R-733, temporary moratorium on rental property licensing (4-0)
• Opened floor to public (4-0)
• Closed floor to public (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:08 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council will hold a special meeting to consider three ordinances: the tax levy for fiscal year 2025-2026 (tax year 2024), an abatement of real estate taxes for debt service on $5,550,000 general obligation refunding bonds, and an amendment to vehicle license fees in the city code. The council will also authorize claims and accounts.

• Ordinance for levy and assessment of taxes for fiscal year May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026 (tax year 2024)
• Ordinance abating real estate tax levied for tax year 2024 to pay debt service on $5,550,000 general obligation refunding bonds
• Ordinance amending Section 37.04 'Vehicle License Fees' of the Markham Code of Ordinances
• Authorization of Claims & Accounts

The Markham City Council approved the tax levy ordinance for fiscal year 2025-2026, abated real estate taxes for debt service on refunding bonds, and amended the vehicle license fee ordinance to remove sticker fees while making stickers mandatory with penalties. All votes were 3-0 with one alderman absent. The meeting was procedural and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Ordinance 24-0-2403, tax levy for FY 2025-2026 (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-0-2404, abating real estate tax for $5,550,000 GO refunding bonds (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-0-2405, amending vehicle license fees to remove sticker fees (3-0)
• Approved Authorization of Claims totaling $1,203,446.37 (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to implement municipal grocery retailers' and service occupation taxes. The body is also considering a resolution for an automatic aid agreement involving multiple neighboring villages and cities.

• Ordinance for Municipal Grocery Retailers’ Occupation Tax and Municipal Grocery Service Occupation Tax
• Resolution for an Automatic Aid Agreement between Markham and 22 other municipalities
• Fire Department special presentation

City Council

The City Council holds a special meeting to consider several ordinances. The main item is an amendment to the 2024 Residential Property Tax Rebate Program for homeowners. The council will also vote on joining the Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association and approving insurance renewal.

• Ordinance amending the 2024 Residential Property Tax Rebate Program for homeowners
• Ordinance approving membership in Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association
• Ordinance authorizing execution of RMA Minimum/Maximum Contribution Agreement
• Approval of FY 24-25 Risk Insurance Renewal

City Council

The Markham City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions including a proposed cap on the number of residential rental units, a zoning map amendment for 2100 W. 163rd St., and a street vacation. Also on the agenda are agreements for CDBG funds, street maintenance, and purchases of a police interceptor and an excavator for public works.

• Ordinance imposing a cap on residential rental units
• Zoning map amendment (rezoning) of 2100 W. 163rd St. from L1 to L3
• Ordinance vacating streets and alleys: Richmond Ave, Francisco Ave, Mozart St, California Ave north of 159th St
• Resolution for 2024 Community Development Block Grant sub-recipient agreement with Cook County
• Resolution to purchase a 2025 Ford F150 Police Interceptor for the police department

City Council

The City Council will discuss ordinances to authorize IEPA loan documents for three East Side infrastructure projects. The body will also consider resolutions for the purchase of municipal vehicles and fire department equipment.

• Ordinance amending compensation and benefits for certain elected officials
• IEPA loan documents for East Side Water Main Project Phase 1
• IEPA loan documents for East Side Lead Service Line Replacement Project Phase 1
• IEPA loan documents for East Side Combined Sewer Rehabilitation Project Phase 1
• Purchase of a 2022 Peterbilt 348 Dump Truck from Muskego Concrete

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding zoning map amendments for two properties. The board will also receive zoning updates from Teska.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for Connect 163rd LLC at 2100 W. 163rd St.
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment and special use permit for Christ Miracle Healing Center at 15130 Kedzie Ave.
• Zoning updates from Teska

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance adopting a credit card use policy and approve multiple business licenses. Routine items include approving previous meeting minutes and authorizing claims and accounts.

• Ordinance adopting a Credit Card Use Policy for the City of Markham
• Business license – Thornton's #346
• Business license – DAT Pink Truck
• Business license – SAM Express Prime Inc
• Business license – Chkn Box LLC

City Council

The Markham City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 18, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The body will consider an ordinance amending the city’s alcoholic liquor regulations and a resolution to void a 2022 Scrivener’s Affidavit filed with the Cook County Clerk.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 112, ‘Alcoholic Liquor’ of Title XI, ‘Business Regulations’
• Resolution declaring Scrivener’s Affidavit (Document Number 2233325075) void
• Business License approvals for Beauty Junkie Studios, Habibi Shawarma Inc. (Mobile Food Truck), Central Truck Repair LLC, DLC Properties, and Bobby Smith

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to hold a discussion with Fairplay Food Store. The agenda includes only procedural items and this single discussion item, with no votes or formal actions scheduled.

• Discussion with Fairplay Food Store

City Council

The Markham City Council meets on September 4, 2024. They will consider an ordinance renumbering code provisions related to foreign fire insurance, drug paraphernalia, telecommunications, and cable/video services. Other items include a quote for the West Water Pump Station priming system upgrade and authorization of a Tax Increment Allocation Revenue Note with Scannell Properties #420, LLC. The council will also approve multiple business licenses.

• Ordinance amending code provisions renumbering sections on foreign fire insurance, drug paraphernalia dealers, telecom and cable/video services
• Approval of quote for West Water Pump Station priming system upgrade
• Authorization of Tax Increment Allocation Revenue Note between City and Scannell Properties #420, LLC (reference to 2020 redevelopment agreement)
• Business licenses for 11 entities including JMG Real Estate Group, Willie P’s BBQ and Catering, Extravagant Hookah Lounge, and others

The Markham City Council approved the authorization of claims totaling $1,673,141.17, including manual checks. It adopted Ordinance 24-O-2394 renumbering code provisions, approved a pump station upgrade quote, and authorized a TIF revenue note with Scannell Properties. Several business licenses were approved, while the Extravagant Hookah Lounge license was put on hold and Holt Holdings' Honore property license was denied.

• Approved claims totaling $1,673,141.17 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-O-2394 renumbering code provisions (4-0)
• Approved Metropolitan Pump Company quote for West Water Pump Station upgrade (4-0)
• Authorized TIF revenue note with Scannell Properties #420, LLC (4-0)
• Approved business licenses for Oui Oui Enterprises, L6 Transport, Willie P's BBQ, Sky Engine, Markham Family Auto Center, JMG Real Estate, BG Homes, and FYRMED Enterprises (4-0 each)
• Tabled business license for Extravagant Hookah Lounge (no action)
• Tabled Holt Holdings license for 162nd Cambridge property (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Denied Holt Holdings license for 163 Honore property (4-0)

City Council

The Markham City Council will consider approving a settlement related to the Ron Finley TIF district. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from August 7, 2024, and business licenses for two companies. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call, reports, and public comment.

• Approval of Settlement – Ron Finley TIF
• Business License – JMG Real Estate Group Inc.
• Business License – DLC Properties Inc.
• Approval of Regular City Council Meeting Minutes – August 7, 2024

The Markham City Council approved the authorization of claims totaling $690,596.64 and a settlement with 163rd Dixie LLC. Two business license applications were not acted on because the applicants were absent. The council also heard reports on grants, water infrastructure projects, and community concerns.

• Approved minutes of August 7, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Approved claims and accounts totaling $690,596.64 (3-0)
• Approved settlement with 163rd Dixie LLC (2-0, 1 abstention)
• No action on business license for DLC Properties (applicant absent)
• No action on business license for JMG Real Estate Group Inc. (applicant absent)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the Interstate Crossing TIF Redevelopment Project Area and sidewalk engineering funds for the 167th Street corridor. The body will also review business licenses and a roofing contract for the Markham Roller Rink.

• Ordinance 24-O-2384 regarding acquisition for the Interstate Crossing TIF Redevelopment Project Area
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Cook County for sidewalk improvements on 167th Street between Pulaski Road and California Avenue
• Barry Roofing contract for Markham Roller Rink
• Business licenses for Candy Time Inc., Tiffany Food Services, Pit Stop Demolition & Renovation, LLC, Bir Express Inc., and Midwest Lease, LLC
• Ordinance amending Chapter 51

City Council

The Markham City Council will consider several ordinances, including a 2024 residential property tax rebate program for homeowners and adoption of the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code. Also up for action is a resolution to purchase municipal vehicles from the Village of New Lenox. The council will also recognize National Night Out and consider a business license for St. Nicks of Markham, DBA Lekki Bar and Grill.

• Ordinance for 2024 Residential Property Tax Rebate Program for homeowners
• Ordinance adopting 2021 International Property Maintenance Code with amendments
• Resolution for purchase of municipal vehicles from Village of New Lenox
• Proclamation for National Night Out on August 6, 2024
• Business license for St. Nicks of Markham, DBA Lekki Bar and Grill

Special Meetings

The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural items and the authorization of claims and accounts.

• Authorization of claims and accounts

City Council

The City Council will review an ordinance for an updated Comprehensive Plan and a redevelopment agreement with WSSS, LLC. The council will also consider several purchase agreements with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police body cameras, tasers, and car cameras.

• Ordinance adopting an updated Comprehensive Plan
• Redevelopment Agreement between the City and WSSS, LLC
• Purchase of tasers and body cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Purchase of an interview room camera from Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Purchase of car cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc.

City Council

The City Council will review an ordinance to convey surplus personal property to the Republic of Liberia. The council will also consider a resolution for the purchase of a 2024 New Vactor 2100i PD Sewer Cleaner for the Department of Public Works. Additionally, the meeting includes a retirement acknowledgement for Deputy Chief Samuel C. Harris.

• Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of surplus personal property to the Republic of Liberia
• Resolution concerning the purchase of a 2024 New Vactor 2100i PD Sewer Cleaner
• Acknowledgement of retirement for Deputy Chief Samuel C. Harris
• Presentation of a fire truck to the Republic of Liberia

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider the annual appropriation ordinance for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2024, and to establish business license fees. The council will also discuss a property conveyance south of 159th Street and a TIF redevelopment spending policy. Several business license applications are on the agenda for approval.

• Annual appropriation ordinance for FY2024-25 (May 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025)
• Ordinance establishing business license fees
• Property conveyance and assignment of acquisition rights south of 159th Street between Spaulding and Turner Streets
• TIF redevelopment spending policy
• Business licenses for Archer Properties, Reserved Realty Event Planning, The 159th Street Bistro, LLC, Family Foundation Group, and Ashley’s Suburban Housing Solutions

Other/Notice Of Public Hearing

The City of Markham will hold a public hearing to receive written and oral comments on the proposed Appropriation Budget for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. Residents can attend in person or submit comments by email before the deadline. The budget document will be available on the city's website starting May 1, 2024.

• Public hearing on proposed Appropriation Budget for fiscal year ending April 30, 2025
• Comments accepted in person or via email to Finance Director Christina Fisher or City Treasurer Belinda Richardson
• Email deadline: 4:00 pm May 15, 2024
• Budget available on city website from May 1, 2024

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 1, 2024. The main substantive item is a proposed ordinance authorizing property acquisition within the 159th Street and Spaulding Avenue TIF District. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural business, including approving prior minutes, claims, and various reports.

• Ordinance authorizing property acquisition in the 159th Street and Spaulding Avenue TIF District
• Approval of April 24, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Authorization of claims and accounts
• Public session for resident comments

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting, rescheduled from April 17. The main business includes a resolution to authorize an intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for funding municipal projects, and a resolution to purchase two municipal vehicles from the Village of New Lenox. The council will also consider a business license for The Nacho Lady Mobile Food Truck and approve minutes from the April 3 meeting.

• Resolution authorizing intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for municipal project funding
• Resolution to purchase 2 municipal vehicles from the Village of New Lenox
• Business license for The Nacho Lady Mobile Food Truck
• Approval of April 3, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Authorization of claims and accounts

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to discuss the FY24 budget. The agenda includes a call to order, pledge, invocation, roll call, the budget discussion, and an open floor for public comment. 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 to approve minutes, authorize claims, and receive reports. The agenda includes three business license applications and standard procedural items, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Business license for Express Truck Repair, LLC
• Business license for G's Auto Services, LLC
• Business license for Optimus Truck Repair
• Approval of March 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Authorization of claims and accounts

City Council

The City Council will approve the city's Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance effective May 1, 2024, and authorize participation in the Cook County Community Development Block Grant Program for the West Markham Neighborhood Water Valve Replacement Project. The meeting also includes the approval of a certificate of authority for the FY2024-2025 Rock Salt Purchase and a business license for B Exact Business Service LLC. The agenda contains standard procedural items and reports from the City Attorney, Clerk, and Administrator.

• Approval of Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance effective May 1, 2024
• Resolution for Cook County Community Development Block Grant for West Markham Neighborhood Water Valve Replacement Project
• Approval of Certificate of Authority for FY2024-2025 Rock Salt Purchase
• Business License Home Based for B Exact Business Service LLC

Planning and Zoning Board

The Markham Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a special meeting to review the draft comprehensive plan under old business. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge, roll call, and public session. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Review of draft comprehensive plan

City Council

The Markham City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 6, 2024, to consider an ordinance approving a tax increment financing (TIF) plan amendment for the Interstate Crossings area, award a contract for FY2024-2026 audit services, and hear presentations on the FY2023 audit and a climate resiliency plan. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes approval, claims authorization, and a business license for a food truck.

• Ordinance approving Tax Increment Redevelopment Plan for the Second Amendment to the Interstate Crossings TIF Redevelopment Project Area
• Contract award for FY2024-2026 audit engagements to Crowe, LLC
• FY2023 Audit Presentation by Lauterbach & Amen
• Climate Resiliency Plan presentation by The Metro Strategies Group
• Business license for Avocado Theory, Inc. – Food Truck

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on February 21, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, authorizing claims, and reports from officials. Two business license applications are up for consideration, and a special presentation on Black History will be given by School District 152 ½.

• Business license for Big Boys & Sons Towing Repair
• Business license for 1st Class Smoke Shop LLC
• Black History presentation by School District 152 ½

City Council

The Markham City Council is meeting to approve minutes, authorize claims, and consider a resolution to purchase a municipal vehicle from the Village of New Lenox. They will also vote on an ordinance authorizing a collective bargaining agreement with the Illinois Council of Police. The agenda includes routine reports and a public session.

• Resolution to purchase a municipal vehicle from the Village of New Lenox
• Ordinance authorizing collective bargaining agreement with Illinois Council of Police
• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2024 meeting
• Authorization of claims and accounts
• Acknowledgement to Barry Family for Christmas decorations

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 17, 2024, to consider routine administrative items, including approval of prior minutes, claims, and a resolution to open a new bank account with The Illinois Funds. The council will also review a litigation settlement agreement involving Nicole Wilkins and vote on 10 business license applications. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Resolution to open new bank account with The Illinois Funds
• Litigation settlement agreement – Nicole Wilkins
• Business licenses: Fast Tire, Jack Harris Transportation, Chicago 36 CFMC, All n Motive, CL Vending, Precision Race Technology, Chicago Recovery Towing, National Freight Transportation, Best Cars Auto Sales, Maus Motors

City Council

The Markham City Council is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, claims, and reports, and will consider two notable items: an ordinance regulating unscheduled intercity buses and passenger discharge, and the sale of a property at 1453 W. 163rd Street.

• Ordinance establishing regulation for unscheduled intercity buses and passenger discharge
• Approval of sale of 1453 W. 163rd Street, Markham, IL 60428
• Approval of minutes from December 6 and December 19, 2023 meetings
• Authorization of claims and accounts