Glen Ellyn public meetings in 2024

Finance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Finance Commission is meeting to review the Q3 2024 financial report and discuss the 2019 financial scorecard. They will also brainstorm agenda items for 2025. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving staff and chairperson reports.

• Q3 2024 Financial Report
• 2019 Financial Scorecard discussion
• 2025 Agenda Brainstorming
• Approval of October 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Plan Commission

The Glen Ellyn Village Board is holding a special meeting to discuss two items: micromobility devices (electric bicycles and scooters) and the village's fee process. No formal votes are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of micromobility devices/electric bicycles and scooters
• Review of fee process

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission recommended approval of a Special Use Permit and zoning variations for pickleball courts and shade structures at Ackerman Park, 800 St. Charles Road, with a condition that the petitioner provide more sound evidence to the Village Board. The Commission also recommended approval of a sign variation for Glen House Food Pantry at 55 N. Park Blvd., allowing two wall signs with conditions, including no illumination and relocation of the west sign. Both recommendations will go to the Village Board for final decision.

• Recommended approval of pickleball courts Special Use Permit and variations (all ayes) with condition to bring more sound evidence to Village Board
• Recommended approval of sign variation for Glen House Food Pantry (3-2) with conditions: no illumination, west sign placed north of southernmost window
• Denied motion to table sign variance until awning permit application (no second)
• Approved September 26, 2024 minutes with amendment re Marinella's fees (voice vote all ayes)
• Approved October 24, 2024 minutes (voice vote all ayes)

Capital Improvements Commission

The Capital Improvements Commission will discuss the Crescent Glenwood Parking Lot and Crescent Boulevard Streetscape Improvements, along with the DuPage County Safety Action Plan. They will also review the Engineering Division Project Activity Report and consider approving the October 9, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Crescent Glenwood Parking Lot and Crescent Boulevard Streetscape Improvements
• DuPage County Safety Action Plan
• Engineering Division Project Activity Report dated 12-6-2024
• Approval of October 9, 2024 meeting minutes

The Capital Improvements Commission recommended Design Alternative 2 (continuous curb planter) for the Crescent Glenwood Parking Lot and Crescent Boulevard Streetscape Improvements, with consideration to remove landscaped islands for clearer pedestrian connections. The recommendation will be presented to the Village Board in January. The commission also approved the October 9, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended Design Alternative 2 (continuous curb planter) for Crescent Glenwood Parking Lot and Crescent Boulevard Streetscape Improvements (unanimous)

Architectural Appearance Commission

The Architectural Appearance Commission will review the exterior appearance of a proposed Starbucks drive-thru cafe at 405 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn. The applicant, Tad Lagestee, seeks approval for a 2,460-square-foot building on an undeveloped lot in the C3 zoning district. The commission will make a recommendation to the Village Board for approval, approval with conditions, or denial.

• Exterior review for Starbucks drive-thru at 405 Roosevelt Road (2,460 sq ft, C3 district)
• Proposed materials: titanium brick, gray EIFS, Peruvian teak composite cladding, bronze trim
• Landscaping: 9 existing trees preserved, 1 pear tree removed, new plantings added
• Staff recommends conditions: substantial conformance with plans and building permit required

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for zoning variations to allow alterations and additions to an existing principal structure at 654 Essex Road. The board may make a recommendation, which will then go to the Village Board for final consideration.

• Public hearing for zoning variation requests at 654 Essex Road
• Alterations and additions to an existing principal structure

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals voted 4-2 to recommend approval of three zoning variations for 654 Essex Road, allowing a front yard setback of 48.9 feet (vs. 49.6 required), lot coverage of 25% (vs. 20% max), and eave height of 24.5 feet (vs. 22 feet max) to permit a second-story addition and garage replacement. The recommendation will go to the Village Board for final decision. The board also approved findings of fact citing the irregular lot shape, slope, and preservation of a mid-century home as hardships.

• Approved findings of fact for 654 Essex Road (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of zoning variations for 654 Essex Road (4-2, Constantino, Jones, Lakhani, Pavlich yes; McKnight, Buckton no)
• Closed public hearing for 654 Essex Road (voice vote)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to discuss an update on the promotional testing process and to approve the minutes from the October 8, 2024 meeting. The board will also enter a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters. No new business is listed.

• Update and discussion on promotional testing process
• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from 10/8/2024
• Motion to enter executive session for personnel discussions

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board is meeting to approve routine business items, including $4,201,991.50 in payroll and vouchers, several zoning ordinances, and appointments. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items on the consent agenda for a single vote.

• Approve payroll and vouchers totaling $4,201,991.50
• Ordinance 7150: Deny sign code variations for Baker Hill Shopping Center at 880 Roosevelt Road
• Ordinance 7151: Approve special use permit for animal kennel/daycare at 1096 Hill Avenue, Unit 2B
• Ordinance 7152: Grant zoning variations and exterior appearance approval for 580 Duane Street
• Facade improvement award of $28,750 to 580Duane LLC for 580 Duane Street

Village Board

This is a special Village Board workshop with two discussion items: micromobility devices (electric bicycles and scooters) and a review of the Village's fee process. No formal votes are listed; the board will discuss these topics, with public comment allowed on agenda items when they are discussed.

• Discussion of micromobility devices/electric bicycles and scooters, led by Police Chief Norton and Village Attorney Stephanides
• Review of fee process, led by Village Manager Franz
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda (3-minute limit)

Architectural Appearance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission is meeting to review the exterior appearance of the new Metra station at 551 Crescent Boulevard in the CR zoning district. The agenda includes old business, new business, and reports from the chairman, trustee liaison, and staff.

• Exterior appearance review for new Metra station at 551 Crescent Boulevard

Recreation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of the October 25, 2024 minutes, standing reports from staff and the trustee liaison, and a proposal for 2025 golf rates. The meeting is open to the public and includes time for public comments.

• 2025 Golf Rate Proposal
• Approval of October 25, 2024 minutes
• Standing reports from Manager, Reserve 22, Financial, and Trustee Liaison

The Recreation Commission unanimously recommended adopting Model C for 2025 golf rates, which includes a $4 increase in green fees, a new 15% veteran discount, a $1 increase in driving range fees, and no change to cart fees. The recommendation will go to the Village Board for approval. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 25, 2024 meeting and approved Jon Satinover's remote participation.

• Recommended 2025 golf rate Model C (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 25, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Jon Satinover's remote participation (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes from its September 2024 meeting and discuss the Historic Preservation Incentives program. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda beyond procedural items.

• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of Historic Preservation Incentives program

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission discussed the proposed Historic Preservation Incentives Program, including eligibility criteria and a potential clawback policy to discourage flipping. The commission approved the minutes from the September 19, 2024 meeting unanimously. No formal decisions were made on the incentives program; it remains in discussion.

• Approved minutes of September 19, 2024 HPC meeting (6-0)

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will meet to review the Glenbard Wastewater Authority’s 2023 financial reports, hear updates on 2024 events and 2025 goals, and vote on the proposed 2025 budget totaling $17.1 million. The meeting includes routine procedural items and a public comment period.

• Motion to accept CY2023 Annual Financial Reports (Lauterbach & Amen, LLP)
• Motion to approve CY2025 Glenbard Wastewater Authority Budget ($17,119,392)
• Consent agenda includes approval of November 13, 2023 Glenbard Wastewater Authority Board minutes

Environmental Commission

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural, including public comment, approval of October minutes, and liaison reports. The main substantive item is a discussion of strategic planning priorities under old business.

• Approval of October 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Strategic Planning Priorities discussion
• Park District, Trustee, Staff, and Chair liaison reports
• Next meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission approved spending up to $250 for the April 2025 Recycling Extravaganza and unanimously approved the October 15, 2024 meeting minutes. They also discussed updates on sustainability assessments, curbside composting growth, and lead line replacements, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved use of up to $250 for April Recycling Extravaganza (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 15, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two zoning variation requests for property alterations and additions. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its October 8, 2024 meeting. After the hearings, the board may make recommendations that go to the Village Board for final consideration.

• Public hearing: 654 Essex Road — zoning variation requests to allow alterations and additions to an existing principal structure
• Public hearing: 616 N. Main Street — zoning variation request to allow an addition to an existing principal structure
• Approval of October 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board is holding a special meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and the 2024 property tax levy. The consent agenda includes ordinances for tax levies in several Special Service Areas. The board will also vote on the final adoption of the budget ordinance and the property tax levy ordinance.

• Adopt FY2025 budget of $82,281,699 (Ordinance 7136)
• Adopt 2024 property tax levy of $17,368,395 for Village and Library (Ordinance 7137)
• Levy $45,000 for SSA 13, $110,000 for SSA 14, $5,200 for SSA 15, $3,000 for SSA 16, $800 for SSA 17, $197,440 for SSA 18, $138,461 for SSA 19

The Village Board approved the FY2025 budget of $82,281,699 and the 2024 property tax levy of $17,368,395, along with seven special service area tax levies totaling about $500,000. The budget and SSA levies passed unanimously, while the property tax levy passed 4-2 with Trustees Fasules and Gould voting no. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted FY2025 budget of $82,281,699 (6-0)
• Adopted 2024 property tax levy of $17,368,395 (4-2)
• Adopted SSA 13 levy of $45,000 (6-0)
• Adopted SSA 14 levy of $110,000 (6-0)
• Adopted SSA 15 levy of $5,200 (6-0)
• Adopted SSA 16 levy of $3,000 (6-0)
• Adopted SSA 17 levy of $800 (6-0)
• Adopted SSA 18 levy of $197,440 (6-0)

Architectural Appearance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission will review three exterior appearance requests: a walk-up ATM at 515 Crescent Blvd., a canopy at 552 Crescent Blvd. (Tutto Bene), and a new principal building at 640 Taft Ave. (Full Circle). The commission will make recommendations to the Village Board on whether to approve, approve with conditions, or deny each proposal.

• 515 Crescent Blvd.: Walk-up ATM replacing a window, with brick infill and black fabric awning; staff says it may not meet guidelines.
• 552 Crescent Blvd. (Tutto Bene): Constructed canopy structure exterior review.
• 640 Taft Ave. (Full Circle): New principal building and associated landscaping review.
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting.

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission recommended denial of the exterior appearance review for a walk-up ATM at 515 Crescent Blvd, preferring a design that preserves the historic window by relocating the ATM near the entrance. The Commission also recommended approval with conditions for a canopy structure at 552 Crescent Blvd and for a new 42-unit multifamily building at 640 Taft Ave. All recommendations are advisory and go to the Village Board for final decisions.

• Recommended denial of ATM exterior review at 515 Crescent Blvd (motion passed by roll call vote)
• Recommended approval of canopy structure at 552 Crescent Blvd (4-1, Commissioner Albrecht dissenting)
• Recommended approval with conditions for 42-unit building at 640 Taft Ave (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 9, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

Village Board

This is a special Village Board workshop meeting. The board will adjourn into a closed executive session to discuss selecting a person to fill the office of Village President, as allowed by state law. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Closed executive session to discuss selection of Village President (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(3))

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will hold public hearings and first readings on the proposed FY2025 budget of $82,281,699 and the 2024 property tax levy of $17,368,395. The board will also vote on several ordinances, including zoning variations, an annexation, and a special use permit amendment. Consent agenda items include payroll and vouchers totaling $4,867,515.67 and a $10,000 fire prevention award.

• Public hearing and first reading of FY2025 budget ($82,281,699)
• Public hearing and first reading of 2024 property tax levy ($17,368,395)
• Ordinance 7142: amend special use permit for parking lot expansion at 596/670 Crescent Blvd (Biester Gymnasium)
• Ordinance 7141: zoning variation for sport court at 252 Merton Ave
• Ordinance 7139: variations for addition at 417 Dawn Ave; Ordinance 7140: annex 21W466 Acorn Ave

The Village Board approved the FY2025 budget on first reading, the 2024 property tax levy, and 2025 water and sewer rates. It also approved a special use permit amendment for a parking lot expansion at Biester Gymnasium and a zoning variation for a sport court at 252 Merton, the latter after reconsideration. The board elected Trustee Simon as Acting Village President and tabled a motion regarding professional services for fee collection review.

• Approved Resolution 24-21 electing Trustee Simon as Acting Village President (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $4,867,515.67 in expenditures and ordinances for 417 Dawn Avenue and 21W466 Acorn Avenue (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 7142 amending special use permit for Biester Gymnasium parking lot expansion (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 7141 granting zoning variation for sport court at 252 Merton with 5-year inspection (4-2)
• Approved Ordinance 7138-VC setting 2025 water and sewer rates (5-1)
• Approved first reading of FY2025 budget of $82,281,699 (6-0)
• Approved first reading of 2024 property tax levy of $17,368,395 (4-2)
• Tabled motion to consent to President Senak's engagement of professional services to 12/09/24 workshop (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners canceled its November 12, 2024 meeting; no official business will be conducted. The next meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024 at 3:30 PM in the Glen Ellyn Police Department Community Room.

Community Relations Commission

The Glen Ellyn Community Relations Commission will hold its November 7 meeting to review minutes, hear liaison reports, and discuss upcoming 2025 meeting dates along with cultural awareness initiatives including Native American Heritage Month observances and DEI training proposals.

• 2025 Meeting Schedule review
• DEI Training for Village Leadership and Staff proposed
• Refugee Journey Simulation partnership with College of DuPage
• Dance/Cultural Event partnership with College of DuPage
• A Day In The Life of Film Series partnership with College of DuPage

The Community Relations Commission approved the 2025 meeting schedule with three date changes, and approved two 'Did You Know' write-ups (Native American Heritage Month and Thanksgiving from a Native American perspective). The commission also discussed upcoming events including a refugee simulation with COD and DEI training, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved 2025 meeting schedule with changes (Jan 2 to Jan 9, Sep 4 to Sep 11, Dec 4 to Dec 11) (unanimous)
• Approved Did You Know: Native American Heritage Month content (motion by Quadri, second by Ali)
• Approved Did You Know: Thanksgiving from the Native American Perspective content (motion by Quadri, second by Ali)
• Approved minutes from October 3, 2024 meeting as amended (unanimous)

Village Board

This is a special Village Board workshop meeting. The board will discuss any unresolved 2025 calendar year budget items and hear a presentation on lead service line replacement. No formal votes are scheduled; it is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of unresolved 2025 budget items
• Lead service line replacement presentation

The Village Board held a workshop to discuss unresolved 2025 budget items and a presentation on lead service line replacement. No formal votes were taken, but the Board gave consensus to move the budgeting process forward and provided staff input on the lead line replacement plan.

• Gave consensus for the 2025 budgeting process to move forward
• Provided staff input to move the lead service line replacement plan forward

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will consider a consent agenda that includes $2,379,004.33 in payroll and vouchers, along with several resolutions for software, GIS, and copier contracts. They will also vote on a motion to allow the Village President to hire a consultant for fee collection process improvements, and hold a public hearing on parking variations for 540 Duane Street.

• Total expenditures (payroll and vouchers) of $2,379,004.33
• Resolution 24-17: Tyler Technologies software support renewal up to $116,189.54
• Resolution 24-18: GIS Consortium contract amounts for FY2024 ($161,087) and FY2025 ($168,336)
• Resolution 24-19: Canon copier lease up to $11,100 annually for 5 years
• Ordinance 7135: Parking space and dimension variations for 540 Duane Street

The Village Board approved the consent agenda (5-1), including $2,379,004.33 in expenditures and several resolutions and ordinances. A motion to approve the President's engagement of professional services for fee collection process review was tabled to the 11/12/24 meeting (4-1, with one present). The board also approved parking and dimension variations for 540 Duane Street (6-0).

• Approved consent agenda including $2,379,004.33 expenditures (5-1)
• Adopted Resolution 24-17 for Tyler Technologies software support, not to exceed $116,189.54 (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 24-18 for GIS Consortium service provider amounts (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 24-19 for Canon copier lease, $11,100 annually for 5 years (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 24-20 for CMAP technical assistance MOU (consent)
• Adopted Ordinance 7133 for pergola variations at 548 Duane Street (consent)
• Adopted Ordinance 7134 for Glenwood Station redevelopment agreement amendment (consent)
• Tabled motion to consent to President's engagement of professional services for fee review (4-1, 1 present)

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will hold a special workshop meeting with only procedural items and one presentation. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

The Village Board held a workshop to discuss a request for additional funding from the Glen Estates Subdivision developer, but took no formal action. Trustees debated whether the Village should reimburse costs beyond the original agreement, with some expressing reluctance. The meeting adjourned to closed session for employee matters.

• No vote taken on Glen Estates additional funding request
• Adjourned to closed executive session for employee matters (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission will convene its regular monthly meeting, open to the public, to receive standing reports from staff and review minutes from the prior meeting. No substantive decisions or new items are listed on the agenda.

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission unanimously approved the September 27, 2024 meeting minutes as amended. Staff reported record-high golf revenues, completed clubhouse renovations, and a successful Senior Glen Ellyn Open. The commission discussed potential Master Plan updates, including relocating the 18th green and expanding parking, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved September 27, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission is meeting to conduct three public hearings on new business items: a special use permit for a pet hotel and grooming business, a parking space width variation, and sign variations. The commission will also receive reports from the trustee liaison, chairman, and staff. Public comment is invited.

• Public hearing: Special Use Permit for Barkington Pet Hotel & Grooming at 1096 Hill Avenue
• Public hearing: Parking space width variation at 580 Duane Street
• Public hearing: Sign variations at 880 Roosevelt Road

Village Board

The Village Board is holding a workshop to discuss a proposed third amendment to the redevelopment agreement with Glenwood JV, LLC for the Glenwood Station project at 464 Glenwood Avenue. They will also discuss the 2025 budget for other funds. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Proposed third amendment to redevelopment agreement with Glenwood JV, LLC for Glenwood Station project at 464 Glenwood Avenue
• 2025 budget discussion for other funds

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss the Historic Preservation Incentives program. The agenda includes public comment, old business, and reports from the chairman and staff. The meeting is open to the public.

• Discussion of Historic Preservation Incentives program
• Public comment period
• Chairman's report
• Staff report
• Commissioner Recognition Event reminder

Environmental Commission

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive liaison reports, and discuss strategic planning priorities. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the strategic planning discussion.

• Approval of September 24, 2024 minutes
• Park District, Trustee, Staff, and Chair liaison reports
• Discussion of strategic planning priorities

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission approved the 2025 meeting calendar (third Tuesday monthly) and the September 24, 2024 minutes. They discussed a potential tree preservation ordinance, including protections for significant trees and anti-clear-cutting provisions, and agreed to contact the Garden Club about stewardship. No formal votes were taken on these discussions.

• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (third Tuesday monthly)
• Approved minutes from September 24, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting an ordinance approving an annexation and development agreement for the property at 21W466 Acorn Avenue. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes over $10 million in expenditures, appointments to boards and commissions, and several resolutions and ordinances.

• Annexation and development agreement for 21W466 Acorn Avenue (Ordinance 7132)
• Consent agenda with total expenditures of $10,380,498.38
• CBD Construction Impact Grant of $4,500 to Cheveux Salon and Spa at 532 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Zoning variations for an addition at 491 Ridgewood Avenue (Ordinance 7131)
• Acceptance of public improvements for Harding Custom Homes Subdivision (761-779 Harding Avenue) and Apex 400 Development (400 North Main Street)

The Village Board approved an annexation and development agreement for the property at 21W466 Acorn Avenue, following a public hearing. The consent agenda, including payroll and vouchers totaling $10,380,498.38, was approved 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals and recognitions.

• Approved annexation and development agreement for 21W466 Acorn Avenue (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payroll and vouchers totaling $10,380,498.38 (6-0)
• Approved CBD Construction Impact Grant to Cheveux Salon and Spa for $4,500 (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution 24-14 accepting public improvements for Harding Custom Homes Subdivision (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution 24-15 approving DEI Resource Guide (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 7131 granting zoning variations for 491 Ridgewood Avenue (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution 24-16 accepting public improvements for Apex 400 Development (consent agenda)

Finance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Finance Commission will discuss the General Fund forecast and a lead service line replacement program. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving staff reports. No votes are scheduled on the agenda items.

• General Fund Forecast discussion
• Lead Service Line Replacement discussion
• Approval of September 13, 2024 meeting minutes

The Finance Commission held a preliminary discussion on the lead service line replacement program, with no formal recommendations or votes. The program, required by a state rule effective October 8, 2024, involves approximately 450 lines needing replacement and 1,800 more to be inspected, with potential costs of $10-12 million over 10-13 years. The commission also reviewed the General Fund expenditure forecast, noting no additional personnel requests for 2025. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the September 13, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved September 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed lead service line replacement program (no action)
• Reviewed General Fund expenditure forecast (no action)

Police Pension Board

The Glen Ellyn Police Pension Board is meeting to handle routine pension business, including approving minutes, financial reports, and trustee training fees. The most significant item is a public hearing on the Thomas Roman benefit issue, after which the board will consider evidence in closed session and return to open session to adopt a decision.

• Public hearing on Thomas Roman benefit issue
• Presentation and approval of monthly financial report and bills
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses
• Review/adopt Municipal Compliance Report
• Establish 2025 board meeting dates

The Police Pension Board held a public hearing and unanimously approved reducing Mary Roman's monthly benefit by 4.42% to repay a $12,186.18 overpayment to Thomas Roman, starting with the January 2025 payroll. The board also approved the monthly financial report, quarterly disbursements of $17,555.07, a $2,762,669 municipal contribution, and revised Kevin Lombard's hire date to October 17, 2019.

• Approved reducing Mary Roman's monthly benefit by 4.42% to repay $12,186.18 overpayment (unanimous)
• Approved quarterly disbursements totaling $17,555.07 (unanimous)
• Approved recommended municipal contribution of $2,762,669 (unanimous)
• Approved revising Kevin Lombard's hire date to October 17, 2019 (unanimous)
• Approved monthly financial report for period ending August 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 meeting dates: Jan 15, Apr 16, Jul 16, Oct 15 (unanimous)
• Approved initiating annual evaluations for Thomas Hartzell and Raymond Munch (unanimous)
• Approved continuing current monthly payments of $63,636 until first-quarter meeting (unanimous)

Architectural Appearance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission is meeting to review an exterior facade alteration at 580 Duane St. and to approve the minutes from the September 11, 2024 regular meeting. The agenda also includes standard reports from the chairman, trustee liaison, and staff.

• Approval of September 11, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
• 580 Duane St. - Exterior Facade Alteration

Capital Improvements Commission

The Glen Ellyn Capital Improvements Commission is meeting to review the 2024 Pavement Condition Index (PCI) Summary and an Engineering Division Project Activity Report. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its September 18, 2024 special meeting. Public comment is invited.

• Review of 2024 Pavement Condition Index (PCI) Summary
• Engineering Division Project Activity Report dated 10-4-2024
• Motion to approve September 18, 2024 special meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests: one for a sport court at 252 Merton Avenue and another for an attached garage and second story addition at 417 Dawn Avenue. The board may make recommendations that go to the Village Board for final decision.

• Public hearing: construction necessitated variance for sport court at 252 Merton Avenue
• Public hearing: zoning variation for attached garage and second story addition at 417 Dawn Avenue
• Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended approval of a construction-necessitated zoning variation for a sport court at 252 Merton Avenue, with a condition that the setback be revised to 6'11" from the rear property line instead of the requested 5'11". The board also recommended approval of five zoning variations for a home addition at 417 Dawn Avenue. Both recommendations will go to the Village Board for final decision.

• Approved findings of fact for 252 Merton Ave sport court variance (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 252 Merton Ave sport court variance with condition of 6'11" setback (5-1, Constantino dissenting)
• Approved findings of fact for 417 Dawn Ave variations (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 417 Dawn Ave zoning variations (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 10, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a meeting to approve minutes, review an existing eligibility list, and discuss plans for administering a new promotional list. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions expected.

• Review status of existing eligibility list
• Discuss plan for administering new promotional list

Village Board

This is a special workshop meeting of the Glen Ellyn Village Board. The board will discuss the 2024 property tax levy estimate and the 2025 General Fund budget. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and public input.

• 2024 Property Tax Levy Estimate discussion
• 2025 Budget Discussion - General Fund

The Village Board held a workshop to review the 2024 property tax levy estimate and the 2025 General Fund budget. No formal votes were taken; the discussion focused on tax levy scenarios, budget allocations, and future financial planning. The first public reading of the budget is scheduled for November 12, 2024.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop
• Scheduled first public reading of the 2025 budget for 11/12/24
• Discussed 2024 property tax levy estimate and various scenarios
• Reviewed 2025 General Fund budget highlights, including zero new requested positions

Community Relations Commission

The Glen Ellyn Community Relations Commission is meeting to review its June minutes, receive liaison reports, and discuss several action items, including a DEI Resource Guide, a Refugee Journey Simulation with the College of DuPage (CoD), and exploring a film initiative collaboration with CoD. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes or final decisions listed.

• Review of June 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Liaison reports from School District, Park District, Library, Village Board, Staff, Police Department
• Discussion of DEI Resource Guide
• Refugee Journey Simulation with College of DuPage
• Film Initiative collaboration exploration with College of DuPage

The Community Relations Commission unanimously approved the DEI Resource Guide as revised in September 2024. It also voted to partner with the College of DuPage for the Refugee Journey Simulation in November and expressed support for a film initiative partnership. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved DEI Resource Guide as revised in September 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved partnership with College of DuPage for Refugee Journey Simulation (unanimous)
• Expressed support for film initiative partnership with College of DuPage (no formal vote)

Village Board

This is a special Village Board workshop meeting. The main item is a presentation on the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Public Works Engineering CY2025 budget items by Professional Engineer Daubert. The board will discuss these items but no formal action is listed on the agenda.

• Presentation on 2025-2029 CIP and Public Works Engineering CY2025 budget items

The Village Board held a workshop to review the proposed 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan and the CY2025 Public Works Engineering budget, presented by Professional Engineer Daubert. The 2025 capital plan budget is $22.1M, and discussions covered road projects, traffic signal modernization, lead service line replacement, and the Metra station plan. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• Reviewed 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan and CY2025 budget (no vote)
• Discussed $22.1M 2025 capital plan budget (no action)
• Discussed $5M general obligation bond issuance (no action)
• Discussed traffic signal modernization at $2.7M (no action)
• Discussed lead service line replacement in Wingate Basin area (no action)

Recreation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission is meeting to review the preliminary 2025 budget, along with standing reports from staff and a trustee liaison. The agenda also includes welcoming a new commissioner, public comments, and approval of the August minutes. This is a regular business meeting with no major decisions listed beyond the budget review.

• 2025 Budget - Preliminary review
• Welcome new Commissioner Rick Quoss
• Approval of August 23, 2024 minutes
• Standing reports from Manager Noel Allen, Reserve 22 Jon Satinover, and Trustee Liaison Steve Thompson

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission unanimously approved the 2025 budget, which projects $4.4 million in golf revenue and $3.7 million in food and beverage revenue, with a $50,000 increase in the General Fund contribution to $275,000. The budget includes a one-time $100,000 payment to the Park District and a $70,000 rise in general liability insurance. The commission also received updates on golf operations, Reserve 22, and ongoing negotiations with Wheaton regarding Anthony Street annexation.

• Approved 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 23, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning-related requests: an amendment to a special use permit for a Planned Unit Development and zoning variations at 596 and 670 Crescent Boulevard (Biester Gymnasium parking lot), parking lot zoning variations at 540 Duane Street (Five Forty Duane, LLC), and a construction-necessitated variation for a pergola at 546-548 Duane Street (Marinella's Ristorante). The commission will also consider approving the August 22, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: Amendment to Special Use Permit for Planned Unit Development and zoning variations at 596 and 670 Crescent Boulevard (Biester Gymnasium parking lot)
• Public hearing: Parking lot zoning variations at 540 Duane Street (Five Forty Duane, LLC)
• Public hearing: Construction-necessitated variation for a pergola at 546-548 Duane Street (Marinella's Ristorante)
• Approval of August 22, 2024 Plan Commission meeting minutes

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission recommended approval of Glenbard West High School's request to amend a special use permit and zoning variations for a parking lot expansion and sidewalk at 596 and 670 Crescent Boulevard, with a condition requiring an overall stormwater assessment before Village Board approval. The commission also recommended approval of parking lot variations for 540 Duane Street and a construction-necessitated variation for a pergola at Marinella's Ristorante. All recommendations are advisory to the Village Board.

• Recommended approval of Glenbard West parking lot expansion and sidewalk with stormwater assessment condition (6-2)
• Recommended approval of parking lot variations at 540 Duane Street (7-1)
• Recommended approval of pergola variation at 546-548 Duane Street (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

Environmental Commission

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, hear liaison reports, and discuss strategic planning priorities and sustainability baseline assessment projects. The commission will also discuss and vote on sponsorships of upcoming events. The agenda is largely routine, with the main actionable item being the sponsorship vote.

• Approval of August 27, 2024 minutes
• Approval of August 20, 2024 special meeting minutes with Historic Preservation Commission
• Discussion of strategic planning priorities
• Update on sustainability baseline assessment projects
• Discussion and vote on sponsorships of upcoming events

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission approved a budget allocation of up to $750 to support Oaktober Fest events, with 5 votes in favor and 2 abstentions. The commission also unanimously approved adding a green initiatives page focused on EV readiness to the village website. Minutes from the August 27 Environmental Commission and August 20 joint Historic Preservation/Environmental Commission meetings were approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on Lambert Lake stewardship, village projects, and upcoming events.

• Approved budget allocation not to exceed $750 for Oaktober events (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved adding green initiatives page focused on EV readiness to village website (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 27, 2024 Environmental Commission meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 20, 2024 Historic Preservation and Environmental Commission joint meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will vote on several routine items, including a budget amendment for capital projects and fire services, a change to the number of Class M-1 liquor licenses, and a special use permit amendment for Jewel-Osco to allow outdoor display and storage. They will also approve a contract for seasonal decorations and a new special event. Public comments are welcome.

• Adopt Resolution No. 24-13: Agreement with B & B Holiday Decorating for seasonal decorations, not to exceed $45,432.66
• Adopt Ordinance No. 7127: Amends FY 2024 budget for additional capital projects and fire services funding
• Adopt Ordinance No. 7129-VC: Amends liquor code to change number of Class M-1 permitted licenses
• Adopt Ordinance No. 7130: Second amendment to special use permit for Jewel-Osco at 599 Roosevelt Road for outdoor display and storage
• Approve new special event 'Autumn Glow Launch Party' hosted by Hazelry

The Village Board approved the consent agenda (5-0) and a special use permit amendment for Jewel-Osco's outdoor display (5-0). President Senak announced plans to seek outside counsel to investigate why Ordinance 6603-VC (building permit fee increases) was not implemented, with discussion ongoing.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-8 and 10 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7127 budget amendment (4-1, Gould opposed)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7129-VC amending Class M-1 liquor license limit (4-1, Gould opposed)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7130 Jewel-Osco outdoor display special use permit amendment (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from a joint session and discuss the Historic Preservation Incentives program. The agenda includes public comment and reports from the chair and staff.

• Approval of minutes from August 20, 2024 joint HPC/EC meeting
• Discussion of Historic Preservation Incentives program

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission discussed a proposed tear-down reduction program to incentivize preservation of historic properties, drawing on Hinsdale's model. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes of the August 20, 2024 joint special meeting. The commission agreed to prioritize drafting a budget placeholder, preparing focus groups, and engaging the community in program development.

• Approved minutes of the August 20, 2024 joint special HPC/EC meeting (6-0)
• Discussed tear-down reduction program with 5-step action plan
• Proposed $50,000 starting budget for preservation matching funds
• Agreed to prioritize drafting budget placeholder and preparing focus groups

Capital Improvements Commission

The Glen Ellyn Capital Improvements Commission will discuss and vote on approving minutes from prior meetings and review the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan for the 2025 budget. The commission will also discuss the Crescent-Glenwood Parking Lot and Streetscape Improvements project.

• Motion to approve May 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Motion to approve July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan for 2025 Budget
• Crescent-Glenwood Parking Lot and Streetscape Improvements

Environmental Commission

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, liaison reports, and discussion of old business items, specifically strategic planning priorities and the Sustainability Baseline Assessments Project. No new business items are listed.

• Approval of August 27, 2024 minutes
• Approval of August 20, 2024 special meeting minutes with Historic Preservation Commission
• Discussion of Strategic Planning Priorities
• Discussion of Sustainability Baseline Assessments Project

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board is holding a workshop meeting. The main item is a discussion of an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Wheaton regarding jurisdictional boundaries. The meeting also includes public comment and reminders of upcoming meetings.

• Discussion of Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with City of Wheaton on jurisdictional boundaries
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Reminder: Village Board meeting on September 23, 2024 at 7 pm
• Reminder: Special Workshop on September 30, 2024 at 7 pm

The Village Board discussed a proposed intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the City of Wheaton regarding jurisdictional boundaries and stormwater flooding on Anthony Street. A majority of the Board directed staff to continue pursuing the IGA, with staff to report back in 30-60 days. No formal action was taken; the item was a workshop discussion.

• Directed staff to pursue IGA with Wheaton on jurisdictional boundaries (majority consensus)
• Discussed three flood mitigation alternatives: small ($1M), medium ($1.5M), large (10-acre pond)
• No formal vote taken on IGA or flood alternatives

Finance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Finance Commission will review the Q2 2024 financial report, discuss a grocery tax follow-up, and consider the General Fund forecast. The meeting includes public comment, approval of minutes, and staff reports. No final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Q2 2024 Financial Report
• Grocery Tax Follow Up
• General Fund Forecast
• Approval of July 12, 2024 minutes

The Finance Commission tabled its recommendation on how to offset the state's elimination of the grocery tax, which takes effect January 1, 2026. The commission had previously recommended increasing the HRST by 25 basis points, but after discussion, members chose to delay a final decision pending more research. The meeting also included a mid-year financial report and approval of prior minutes.

• Approved minutes from June 14, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled recommendation on grocery tax replacement (HRST increase vs. local grocery tax)
• Tabled General Fund Forecast due to time constraints

Community Relations Commission

The Glen Ellyn Community Relations Commission is meeting to review minutes, receive liaison reports, and discuss several action items, including electing a chairperson pro-tem, recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and Indigenous Peoples' Day, and reviewing a DEI Resource Guide and the 2025 Budget Proposal. The meeting is open to the public.

• Elect Chairperson Pro-Tem
• Did You Know: Hispanic Heritage Month
• Did You Know: Indigenous Peoples' Day
• DEI Resource Guide (marked and clean copies)
• 2025 Budget Proposal

Architectural Appearance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission will review two exterior facade alteration proposals: one for a walk-up ATM at 515 Crescent Blvd and another at 580 Duane St. The meeting also includes approval of the July 31, 2024 minutes and routine reports.

• 515 Crescent Blvd - exterior facade alterations for proposed walk-up ATM
• 580 Duane St - exterior facade alteration
• Approval of July 31, 2024 meeting minutes

The Architectural Appearance Commission discussed two facade alteration requests but made no final decisions on either. For 515 Crescent Blvd, a proposed walk-up ATM, the commission preferred placing the ATM in a vestibule and requested more information, so no vote was taken. For 580 Duane St, the commission approved the ADA ramp with conditions and asked for revised renderings showing neoclassic vs. modern column and paint options before making a final recommendation.

• Approved ADA ramp at 580 Duane St with condition: no railings if ADA-compliant, otherwise black railings
• Tabled 515 Crescent Blvd ATM facade decision pending more information
• Requested revised renderings for 580 Duane St with neoclassic vs. modern column and paint options

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request to vary zoning rules for a home addition at 491 Ridgewood Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the August 13 meeting and conduct routine procedural business.

• Public hearing on zoning variations for 491 Ridgewood Avenue home addition (R2 district)
• Request to allow construction on property under 50 feet wide and 6,534 sq ft in R2 district
• Variation sought for 3’-4” interior side yard setback instead of required 6’-6”
• Minutes approval from August 13, 2024 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to recommend approval of three zoning variations for a property at 491 Ridgewood Avenue, allowing a 674-square-foot two-story addition with a reduced side yard setback. The recommendation will go to the Village Board for final decision. The board also approved the minutes of the August 13, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 13, 2024 ZBA meeting (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of zoning variations for 491 Ridgewood Avenue addition (4-0)
• Adopted findings of fact supporting the variation recommendation (4-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners meeting scheduled for September 10, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for October 8, 2024, at the same time and location.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: October 8, 2024, 3:30 PM, Glen Ellyn Police Department Community Room

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will meet to conduct routine business, including approving payroll and vouchers totaling $2,902,705.04, adopting ordinances for a zoning variance and liquor license changes, and authorizing a public art agreement. The board will also recognize employees and issue proclamations.

• Approve payroll and vouchers totaling $2,902,705.04
• Adopt Ordinance 7126 granting zoning variance for 263 Glenwood Avenue rear yard setback reduction
• Adopt Ordinance 7128-VC creating new liquor license classifications (M-1 and M-2)
• Approve $46,500 public art agreement with David Harber Ltd
• Approve purchase of Ford F-150 police vehicle not to exceed $85,000

Village Board

This is a special Village Board workshop meeting. The main item is a discussion about accepting the public improvements for the Main Street Garage. No formal action is scheduled, only discussion.

• Discussion of acceptance of public improvements for Main Street Garage

The Village Board held a workshop to discuss accepting public improvements for the Main Street Garage. No formal decision was made; the discussion focused on the history of repairs, structural integrity, and maintenance plans. Staff recommended proceeding with the transfer, and a maintenance schedule will be developed once the Village takes ownership.

• No formal vote taken on accepting Main Street Garage improvements
• Discussed staff recommendation to proceed with garage transfer
• Agreed to develop a maintenance schedule for the garage
• Agreed to issue a press release to address resident safety concerns

Environmental Commission

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission is holding a special meeting with routine reports, approval of June minutes, and discussion of strategic planning priorities and the Sustainability Baseline Assessments Project. An EV update is scheduled under public comment. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• EV update by K. Bond
• Approval of June 25 minutes
• Strategic Planning Priorities discussion
• Sustainability Baseline Assessments Project discussion
• Park District, Trustee, Staff, and Chair liaison reports

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will consider several ordinances, including annexing land and expanding a parking lot at Glen Oak Country Club, amending liquor license limits, and allowing residents to keep hens. The board will also approve a $9.45 million consent agenda covering payroll, vouchers, appointments, and routine items.

• Consent agenda includes $9,454,823.42 in payroll and vouchers
• Ordinance 7124: purchase and sale of 1S659 Sunnybrook Road
• Ordinances 7112/7113: annex 21W427 Fairway Street and expand Glen Oak Country Club parking lot
• Ordinance 7125-VC: amend code to allow keeping of hens
• Ordinance 7121-VC: amend number of permitted liquor licenses

Village Board

This is a special Village Board workshop meeting. The main item is a discussion about accepting the public improvements for the Main Street Garage. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Discussion of acceptance of public improvements for Main Street Garage

Recreation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive standing reports, and discuss a golf cart GPS system as new business. The meeting is open to visitors and includes public comments.

• Discussion of golf cart GPS system
• Approval of July 26, 2024 minutes
• Reports from Manager, Reserve 22, Financial, and Trustee Liaison

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission met on August 23, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the July 26 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and discussions, including an update on the golf course's switch to Tag Marshal GPS system and a discussion about increasing yearly locker rentals from $80 to $150.

• Approved minutes from July 26, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission will meet on August 22, 2024, at the Civic Center to conduct a public hearing regarding a special use permit for a Jewel Osco at 599 Roosevelt Road. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Public Hearing - 599 Roosevelt Road - Jewel Osco Special Use Permit

General

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission is meeting to confirm that a quorum of its members will attend a special joint meeting with the Historic Preservation Committee and the Environmental Committee. The agenda contains only this procedural item and adjournment.

• Special joint meeting with Historic Preservation Committee and Environmental Committee
• Quorum confirmation for joint meeting attendance

General

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review and discuss plans for the 551 Crescent Boulevard Metra Station. The meeting is open to the public and includes a public comment period.

• 551 Crescent Boulevard Metra Station review and discussion

General

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes from July 9, 2024, and continue discussions on establishing a promotional list. No new business is listed. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approval of regular meeting minutes from July 9, 2024
• Continued discussion on the process for establishing a promotional list

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Glen Ellyn Board of Fire and Police Commissioners meeting scheduled for August 13, 2024, at 3:30 PM was canceled. The meeting has been rescheduled to August 14, 2024, at 3:00 PM at the Glen Ellyn Police Department Community Room.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a public hearing on a variation request for 263 Glenwood Avenue to reduce the required rear yard setback from 40 feet to 26 feet 6 inches. The board may make a recommendation, which will then go to the Village Board for final consideration. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of the June 11, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for a variation at 263 Glenwood Avenue to reduce rear yard setback from 40 feet to 26 feet 6 inches
• Approval of minutes from the June 11, 2024 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals voted 4-0 to recommend approval of a zoning variation for 263 Glenwood Avenue, allowing a reduced rear yard setback from 40 feet to 26 feet 6 inches for a 945-square-foot addition. The board also approved the minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 11, 2024 ZBA meeting (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of rear yard setback variation at 263 Glenwood Avenue (4-0)

Village Board

The Village Board holds a special workshop to receive the 2024 midyear financial report and discuss revenue projections and budget challenges ahead of the calendar-year 2024 budget process. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

TIF Joint Review Board Meeting

The Glen Ellyn TIF Joint Review Board is meeting to approve minutes from the 2023 meeting and receive updates on the Central Business District and Roosevelt Road Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific actions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of 2023 JRB meeting minutes
• Overview/update of Central Business District TIF
• Overview/update of Roosevelt Road TIF

Architectural Appearance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission is meeting to review and provide feedback on the proposed exterior appearance of a new Metra station at 551 Crescent Boulevard, prior to a formal application. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and routine reports. No final decisions are expected on the station design at this meeting.

• Discussion of exterior appearance for new Metra Station at 551 Crescent Boulevard in CR Zoning District
• Approval of May 22, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission discussed the proposed new Metra station and multimodal access project, providing design feedback on materials, landscaping, and signage. No formal decisions were made; the item was a discussion only. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 22, 2024 meeting.

• Approved draft minutes of May 22, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Discussed new Metra station design; no formal action taken

Recreation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: public comments, approval of the June 28, 2024 minutes, and standing reports from staff and the trustee liaison. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2024
• Manager's report by Andrew Cross
• Reserve 22 report by Jon Satinover
• Financial report by Andrew Cross
• Trustee liaison report by Steve Thompson

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission met on July 26, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the June 28 meeting. No public comment was made. The commission received updates on golf course and Reserve 22 operations, including a second million-dollar revenue month and ongoing renovations. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from June 28, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve past minutes, hear public comments on a special use permit for a Jewel store at 599 Roosevelt Road, and discuss proposed text amendments about keeping hens within the village. The meeting is open to the public at the Civic Center.

• Public Hearing - 599 Roosevelt Road Jewel Special Use Permit
• Public Hearing - Proposed Text Amendments Regarding the Keeping of Hens within the Village

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will consider a consent agenda approving $7,982,698.79 in payroll and vouchers, along with several zoning variations and appointments. They will also vote on annexation and special use amendments for the Glen Oak Country Club, and reconsider a vetoed equipment purchase. The meeting includes presentations and recognitions.

• Consent agenda: $7,982,698.79 in expenditures
• Ordinance 7118: zoning variation for 574 Raintree (24.6% lot coverage)
• Ordinance 7119: variation for detached garage at 171 Brandon
• Ordinance 7120: corner side yard setback variation at 562 Hillside Avenue
• Purchase of Ford Expedition for $60,353 and Henderson Brinemaker for $110,619

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board is holding a special workshop to discuss a proposed building permit fee structure. The agenda includes public participation and a discussion led by the Community Development Director. No formal action is scheduled; the item is for discussion only.

• Discussion of proposed building permit fee structure

The Village Board discussed a proposed restructuring of building permit fees, driven by new software implementation. A majority endorsed a 4% fee increase to take effect when the software goes live, with a plan to revisit fees after data is gathered. No formal vote was taken; the increase will be presented for approval at a future meeting.

• Endorsed 4% building permit fee increase (majority, no formal vote)
• Approved moving forward with proposed fee structure (unanimous)
• Agreed to revisit fees after one year of software data
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Police Pension Board

The Glen Ellyn Police Pension Board will meet to review financial reports, approve member benefits, and discuss actuarial valuations and tax levy requests. The board will also consider membership applications, trustee training fees, and officer elections.

• Approval of retirement benefits for Stephen Miko, Joseph Nemchock, and Janet Terranova
• Approval of surviving spouse benefits for Carol Ryan
• Review and approval of actuarial valuation and tax levy request
• Board officer elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary
• Applications for membership from Matthew Goy and Caitlin Sciabica

The Glen Ellyn Police Pension Board approved several financial and membership actions, including accepting two new Tier 2 members, approving contribution refunds and retirement benefits, and accepting the actuarial valuation. The board also approved the monthly financial report and bill payments, and maintained current officers without an election.

• Approved minutes from April 17, 2024 meeting as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted monthly financial report for May 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $29,138.21 (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement for James Monson's Spring Training Conference ($571.78) (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement for Anthony Terranova's Spring Training Conference ($558.12) (unanimous)
• Accepted Matthew Goy and Caitlin Sciabica as Tier 2 members (unanimous)
• Approved contribution refund of $56,437.37 to Sam Carius (unanimous)
• Approved retirement pensions for Stephen Miko, Joseph Nemchock, and Janet Terranova (unanimous)

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board is holding a special workshop to discuss two items: a liquor license request from Oak & Steel and the Village Links/Reserve 22 master plan. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only. The board will also adjourn to a closed executive session to discuss employee matters.

• Discussion of Oak & Steel liquor license request
• Village Links Golf Course master plan discussion
• Closed executive session on employee appointment, compensation, or discipline

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board is holding a special meeting to consider Ordinance 7117, which directs staff on the design of on-street parking on Crescent Boulevard and the Main & Crescent parking lot configuration as part of the Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project. The board will select one of four parking alternatives (1, 2, 3, or 4) as specified in the ordinance. Public comment is allowed, and the meeting includes standard procedural items.

• Ordinance 7117: directs design of Crescent Boulevard on-street parking and Main & Crescent parking lot configuration
• Selection of Parking Alternate X (1, 2, 3, or 4) for the Metra Station project
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda (3 minutes per speaker)

The Village Board approved Ordinance 7117, directing staff on the design of the Crescent Boulevard on-street parking and Main & Crescent Parking Lot configuration for the Glen Ellyn Metra Station & Multimodal Access Improvements Project, with Parking Alternate X (1, 2, 3, or 4) selected within the approved ordinance. The vote was 4 to 2, with Trustees Christiansen and Simon voting no. The project's implementation depends on securing additional grant funding.

• Approved Ordinance 7117 directing design of Crescent Boulevard parking and Main & Crescent lot configuration (4-2)
• Selected Parking Alternate X (1, 2, 3, or 4) within the approved ordinance
• Board agreed to eliminate alternatives 1 and 3 from consideration due to extra sidewalk in parking lot

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Popular Annual Financial Report as of December 31, 2023. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Village Links/Reserve 22 Fund Forecast and the General Fund Forecast.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as of December 31, 2023
• Popular Annual Financial Report as of December 31, 2023
• Village Links/Reserve 22 Fund Forecast
• General Fund Forecast

Capital Improvements Commission

The Commission will hear a presentation regarding the Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project intended for downtown businesses. The meeting also includes reports from the Public Works and Engineering divisions.

• Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project presentation

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Glen Ellyn Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes from April 9, 2024. The main substantive item is a discussion about the process for establishing a new promotional list for the rank of sergeant, as the current list expires on August 9, 2025. No final decisions are scheduled; the agenda is mostly procedural.

• Discuss process to establish promotional list for sergeant rank
• Current sergeant list expires August 9, 2025
• Approve regular and executive meeting minutes from 4/9/2024

Recreation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission is meeting to approve the May 31, 2024 minutes, receive standing reports from staff and the trustee liaison, and discuss a golf outing policy. The meeting is largely procedural, with the golf outing policy discussion being the only substantive item.

• Approval of May 31, 2024 minutes
• Standing reports from Manager Jeff Vesevick, Reserve 22's Jon Satinover, and Trustee Liaison Steve Thompson
• Golf Outing Policy Discussion

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission unanimously approved keeping the policy of no resident discounts for charitable golf outings at Village Links. It also voted 4-1 to implement a $7.50 per-person corkage fee for food brought in by sponsors and to prohibit outside alcohol at golf outings. The commission unanimously approved renaming the Village Links/Reserve 22 boardroom to the Ed Posh Boardroom. Minutes from the May 31, 2024 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from May 31, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved renaming boardroom to Ed Posh Boardroom (unanimous)
• Approved keeping no-discount policy for golf outings (unanimous)
• Approved $7.50 corkage fee for sponsor food and prohibiting outside alcohol (4-1)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss old business items. Topics include strategic planning priorities, a sustainability RFP/scorecard, and updates on EV readiness.

• Strategic Planning Priorities discussion
• Sustainability RFP/Scorecard discussion
• EV Readiness updates

The Environmental Commission unanimously recommended hiring Pale Blue Dot for Phase 1 of the Sustainability Scorecard project, with a plan to propose Phase 2 in next year's budget. The recommendation will be reviewed by staff before a final decision. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 21, 2024 meeting and discussed various updates, including EV readiness and recycling events.

• Recommended hiring Pale Blue Dot for Sustainability Scorecard Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 21, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed EV readiness presentation; requested content for review
• Noted village approved variances for D41 kindergarten annexation
• Noted Groot waste contract extended through 2029 with changes
• Noted annual salt purchase of 1,000 lbs approved
• Skipped summer mini recycling event; next event November 3

Village Board

The Village Board will review several consent agenda items, including payroll and vouchers totaling $11,323,619.24. The meeting includes discussions on land annexation, zoning variations for local properties, and various municipal contracts.

• Approval of $11,323,619.24 in total expenditures for payroll and vouchers
• Contract with Morton Salt, Inc. for rock salt not to exceed $114,850
• Engineering contract with Civiltech Engineering, Inc. for $107,446.00
• Zoning variations and expansion plans for Churchill Elementary School
• Annexation and parking lot expansion for Glen Oak Country Club

The Village Board approved the Churchill Elementary School expansion, including annexation and zoning variations, and approved a new 5-year residential solid waste and recycling contract with Groot. The board also approved a consent agenda that included a new village attorney appointment and a liquor license amendment for Common Good, allowing earlier alcohol sales. A proposal to purchase a brine-making system was approved despite the Village President's stated intent to veto it.

• Approved Churchill School expansion ordinances 7114 and 7115 (5-0)
• Approved 5-year solid waste contract with Groot, Ordinance 7116-VC (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $11.3M payroll/vouchers (5-0)
• Approved liquor license amendment for Common Good, Ordinance 7109-VC (5-0)
• Approved brine maker and storage tanks purchase ($137,085) (5-0)
• Approved $107,446 engineering contract for Crescent-Glenwood parking lot (5-0)
• Approved $13,000 change order for pavement restoration (5-0)
• Tabled Glen Oak Country Club annexation and parking lot expansion (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss the Historic Preservation Incentives program and review an analysis of demolished homes of architectural significance. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a May 9 special meeting and public comment. No formal votes are listed.

• Discussion of Historic Preservation Incentives program
• Presentation of Historical Survey Information Analysis on demolished homes of architectural significance
• Approval of May 9, 2024 special meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission discussed the Hinsdale incentive program and reviewed a survey showing 30 of 563 surveyed homes were demolished since 2008. No substantive decisions were made; the only formal action was approving the May 9, 2024 minutes.

• Approved minutes of May 9, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Discussed next steps for Historic Preservation Incentives program
• Reviewed Historical Survey Analysis on demolished homes

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board is holding a workshop to discuss two main items: implementation of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Resource Guide by the Community Relations Commission, and revisited improvements to the CBD streetscape and the Crescent-Glenwood parking lot. The meeting also includes routine procedures and a closed session for personnel matters.

• DEI Resource Guide implementation discussion
• CBD Streetscape improvements revisited
• Crescent-Glenwood parking lot improvements revisited
• Closed session for employee appointment/compensation discussion

The Village Board discussed the CBD Streetscape and Crescent-Glenwood parking lot improvements, reviewing three alternatives. The Board eliminated option one (minimal approach) and agreed on option two as the preferred choice, directing staff to move forward with it for a future meeting. No formal vote was taken; the decision was a consensus to proceed with option two.

• Eliminated option one (minimal approach) for Crescent-Glenwood parking lot improvements
• Agreed on option two for parking lot improvements, directing staff to prepare for future presentation
• Discussed DEI Resource Guide, with suggestions for revisions and internal review before public release

Finance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Finance Commission will hear a presentation on the 2024 Police Pension Actuarial Report, review the First Quarter Financial Report, and discuss a Motor Fuel Tax Fund forecast. The meeting also includes approval of the April 12, 2024 minutes and standard reports.

• 2024 Police Pension Actuarial Report presentation
• First Quarter Financial Report
• Motor Fuel Tax Fund forecast
• Approval of April 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three zoning variation requests: a corner side yard setback reduction at 562 Hillside Avenue, a lot coverage increase at 574 Raintree Drive, and a detached garage size increase at 171 Brandon Avenue. The board may make recommendations, which will then go to the Village Board for final consideration.

• 562 Hillside Avenue: request for 20-foot corner side yard setback instead of required 30 feet
• 574 Raintree Drive: request for 24.6% lot coverage instead of 20% maximum
• 171 Brandon Avenue: request for detached garage occupying 33% (660 sq ft) of rear yard instead of 30% maximum
• Approval of minutes from May 14, 2024 meeting

Plan Commission

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission is meeting to hold a public hearing on the proposed expansion of Churchill Elementary School, located at 240 Geneva Road and adjacent properties on Bloomingdale Road. The commission will also receive reports from the trustee liaison, chairman, and staff, and address other business.

• Public hearing for Churchill Elementary School expansion at 240 Geneva Road, 1N221 Bloomingdale Road, and 1N249 Bloomingdale Road

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended approval of Glen Ellyn School District 41's request to annex two properties, consolidate lots, and grant zoning variations for a 33,876-square-foot expansion at Churchill Elementary School. The recommendation includes six conditions, such as obtaining DuPage County permits and recording a plat of consolidation. The project aims to provide full-day kindergarten by the 2025-2026 school year.

• Recommended approval of annexation, lot consolidation, and zoning variations for Churchill Elementary expansion (unanimous)
• Approved motion to open public hearing (voice vote)
• Approved motion to close public hearing (voice vote)
• Adopted six conditions for the recommendation, including DuPage County permits and plat recording
• Adjourned meeting at 9:11 PM (voice vote)

Village Board

This is a special Village Board meeting with no action items on the open agenda. The board will adjourn to a closed executive session to discuss employee appointments, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal, as permitted by state law. No public decisions are scheduled.

• Closed executive session under ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for employee and legal counsel matters

The Village Board held a special meeting that was purely procedural. After roll call and the pledge of allegiance, the board unanimously voted to adjourn into a closed executive session to discuss employee or legal counsel matters, as permitted by state law. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Adjourned to closed executive session for employee/legal counsel discussion (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board approved the sale of the east parcel at 677 Roosevelt Road to Go Glen Ellyn Two, LLC, and approved a one-year fire department service fee with no automatic increases. The board also approved a paramedic/firefighter service contract with Metro Paramedic Services and the consent agenda, but pulled the February 12 executive session minutes for later review. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance 8007 authorizing Purchase and Sale Agreement with Go Glen Ellyn Two, LLC for 677 Roosevelt Road (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 8006-VC amending Fire Department Service Fee for one year with no automatic increases (5-0, Trustee Christiansen recused)
• Approved Paramedic/Firefighter Service Contract with Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items, including Nemec Brothers Pizza outdoor café license (6-0)
• Pulled February 12, 2024 executive session minutes for later review; no vote taken

Village Board

The Village Board held a workshop and selected Alternative 1 for the Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project's parking layout, with a 4-3 vote. The board also discussed the refuse contract RFP, agreeing to maintain Monday-only pickup, expand the voluntary curbside composting program, and keep clean-up week every two years. No formal votes were taken on the refuse contract; staff will bring a proposal to a future meeting.

• Selected Alternative 1 for Metra station parking redesign (4-3)
• Agreed to maintain Monday-only refuse pickup
• Agreed to expand voluntary curbside composting program
• Agreed to keep clean-up week every two years
• Decided not to pursue 'pay as you throw' program
• Directed staff to bring refuse contract proposal to future meeting

Plan Commission

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two requests: Glen Oak Country Club seeks to amend a Special Use Permit and grant zoning variations for a parking lot expansion, and Northwestern Medicine requests an amendment to allow facade changes to a previously approved medical office exterior. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 11 special meeting.

• Public hearing: Glen Oak Country Club parking lot expansion at 21W451 Hill Avenue and 21W427 Fairway Street
• Public hearing: Northwestern Medicine facade changes at 285 Roosevelt Road
• Approval of minutes from April 11, 2024 special meeting

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission recommended approval of Glen Oak Country Club's request to amend its Special Use Permit and grant zoning variations for a parking lot expansion at 21W451 Hill Avenue and 21W427 Fairway Street. The recommendation passed 5-1 with conditions including lights off at 11 PM, 3000K/5000 lumen lighting, and a full landscaping plan. The Commission also unanimously recommended approval of Northwestern Medicine's facade changes at 285 Roosevelt Road, with a condition for fully shielded downlight sconces.

• Recommended approval of Glen Oak Country Club parking lot expansion (5-1)
• Condition: parking lot lights off at 11:00 PM
• Condition: all lighting changed to 3000K and 5000 lumens
• Condition: full landscaping plan for entire parking lot
• Recommended approval of Northwestern Medicine facade changes (unanimous)
• Condition: wall sconces fully shielded, downlight only
• Approved minutes of April 11, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

Architectural Appearance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission is meeting to review the exterior appearance of a proposed downtown event park with a performance pavilion and support building at 453 Forest Avenue. The commission will also consider approval of the March 13, 2024, regular meeting minutes. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Exterior appearance review of proposed downtown event park at 453 Forest Avenue (C5B Zoning District)
• Approval of March 13, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes

The Architectural Appearance Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the exterior appearance for the proposed Downtown Event Park at 453 Forest Avenue, including a performance pavilion, support building, and landscaping. The recommendation will go to the Village Board of Trustees, which will also consider zoning variations. The commission also discussed upcoming items like fire fee increases and a train station review, but took no formal action on those.

• Recommended approval of exterior appearance for Downtown Event Park at 453 Forest Avenue (6-0)
• Approved minutes of March 13, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:44 PM (voice vote)

Environmental Commission

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive liaison reports, and discuss old business including strategic planning priorities, a sustainability request for proposals (RFP), and electric vehicle (EV) readiness updates. No new business items are listed. The meeting is largely procedural with updates and discussions.

• Approval of April 16 minutes
• Approval of joint HPC & EC March meeting minutes
• Discussion of strategic planning priorities
• Sustainability RFP update
• EV readiness updates

The Environmental Commission voted 3-1 to support the Hen Ellyn proposal to the Village Board. They also approved minutes from the April 16 meeting and the March 20 joint meeting with the Historic Preservation Commission. Other discussions included the sustainability plan, waste hauling RFP, and tree preservation efforts.

• Approved minutes from April 16, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes from March 20, 2024 joint meeting (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Supported Hen Ellyn proposal to Village Board (3-1)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for zoning variations at 582 Hillside Avenue. The applicant seeks to build a two-story addition and attached garage with deck on a lot narrower than 50 feet, plus reduced side yard and impervious surface setbacks. The board may make a recommendation, which then goes to the Village Board for final consideration.

• Public hearing on zoning variation for 582 Hillside Avenue
• Request for two-story addition and attached garage with deck
• Variations sought for lot width under 50 feet
• Reduced side yard and impervious surface setbacks requested
• Approval of February 13, 2024 ZBA minutes

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to recommend approval of zoning variations for a two-story addition and attached garage at 582 Hillside Avenue. The variations address the lot's nonconforming width and setback requirements. The recommendation will go to the Village Board for final decision.

• Approved minutes of February 13, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of zoning variations for 582 Hillside Avenue (4-0)
• Adopted findings of fact supporting the variation request (4-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

This meeting of the Glen Ellyn Board of Fire and Police Commissioners has been canceled. The next scheduled meeting will be held June 11, 2024 at 3:30 PM in the Glen Ellyn Police Department Community Room.

• Meeting canceled

Village Board

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, including $3,655,956.77 in expenditures, but pulled and deferred action on an ordinance to regulate outdoor dining, dining platforms, and live entertainment after concerns about street platforms and smoking proximity. The item was approved subject to attorney review, with amendments to address these issues. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included proclamations and recognitions.

• Approved consent agenda including $3,655,956.77 in expenditures (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 8005-VC on outdoor dining, subject to attorney review (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-07 accepting water main at 90 North Finley Road (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 8004 amending FY2023 budget (5-0)
• Authorized Change Order 2 to AECOM contract for $8,175 (5-0)
• Authorized Change Order 3 to AECOM contract for $717,248.01 (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 Fire Prevention Award to 580 Duane LLC (5-0)
• Authorized License Agreement with 504 Kitchen for outdoor café (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from March meetings, hear public comment, and discuss old and new business. The main items are a proposed alteration at 583 N. Main Street and the 2024 Historic Preservation Commission Awards. The meeting also includes reports from the Historical Society, Chairman, Village Board Trustee, and staff.

• 583 N. Main Street alteration
• Annual Historic Preservation Commission Awards 2024
• Approval of March 20, 2024 HPC and EC Joint Commission Special Meeting Minutes
• Approval of March 21, 2024 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the alteration of the landmarked property at 583 N. Main Street, which includes an enclosed porch extension and chimney rebuild. The application will go to the village board for final approval on May 28. The commission also selected winners for its 2024 annual awards, with 244 Cumnor Avenue as Remodel of the Year and other properties in various categories. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved alteration to landmarked property at 583 N. Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 20 and March 21, 2024 meetings (unanimous)
• Awarded 244 Cumnor Ave. Remodel of the Year (unanimous)
• Awarded 390 Turner Ave. honorable mention for Remodel (unanimous)
• Awarded 251 Crest Rd. Restoration of the Year (unanimous)
• Awarded 791 Willis St. Architectural Details of the Year (unanimous)
• Awarded 712 Essex Ct. and 168 Crest Rd. Streetscape Compatibility Award (unanimous)

Capital Improvements Commission

The Glen Ellyn Capital Improvements Commission will hold a procedural meeting to approve minutes from its March and April 2024 sessions. No substantive decisions or new projects are listed on this agenda.

The Capital Improvements Commission voted to postpone construction of the Hickory Road sidewalk between Crescent and Edgewood until the future reconstruction of Crescent Boulevard and installation of a sidewalk on the south side of Crescent between Riford and Hickory. The motion passed unanimously. The commission also approved minutes from the March 13 and April 10 meetings, with an amendment to the April minutes removing Public Works Director Dave Buckley from the attendance list.

• Postponed Hickory Road sidewalk construction until Crescent Boulevard reconstruction and south-side sidewalk (7-0)
• Approved March 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 10, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

Community Relations Commission

The Glen Ellyn Community Relations Commission will hold its May 2, 2024 meeting to review minutes, hear liaison reports from local entities, and discuss follow-ups including a DEI resource guide workshop and civility pledge incorporation. The agenda includes a recognition of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and audience participation.

• Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month recognition
• Commissioner reappointments discussion
• DEI Resource Guide workshop and next steps
• Civility Pledge incorporation into Village practice
• Refugee Journey Simulation feedback from April 20, 2024 event

The Glen Ellyn Community Relations Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its April 4, 2024 meeting. Trustee Simon reported on upcoming trustee agenda items, including a June 17 workshop on the DEI resource guide and the Civility Pledge, and noted an increase in migrant buses arriving in Glen Ellyn (about 2-3 per week) with no reported incidents. The commission also discussed an Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month piece, commissioner reappointments, and a planned film event.

• Approved April 4, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed DEI resource guide workshop scheduled for June 17
• Noted increased migrant bus arrivals (2-3 per week) with no incidents
• Reviewed AAPI Heritage Month 'Did You Know' piece for website and newsletter
• Set May 10 deadline for commissioner reappointment interest
• Discussed film event next steps (venue, partnerships, film selection)

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will hold a special workshop to discuss potential alternative revenue sources and review fire service fees. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Alternative Revenues
• Discussion of Fire Services Fee

The Village Board held a workshop to discuss alternative revenue options, including a potential home rule sales tax, fuel tax, and vice taxes, in response to possible state elimination of the grocery tax. No formal decisions were made. The Board also reviewed a proposed fire services fee increase, with general consensus that the fee was reasonable, but no vote was taken.

• No formal decisions made during workshop
• Discussed six alternative revenue options including home rule sales tax, fuel tax, and vice taxes
• Reviewed proposed fire services fee increase; no action taken
• Trustee Christiansen recused from fire fee discussion due to conflict of interest

Recreation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission is meeting to approve the March 22, 2024 minutes, receive standing reports from staff and the trustee liaison, and hear a presentation on Reserve 22's 2023 achievements and 2024 goals. No votes on new business are listed; the agenda is largely routine and informational.

• Approval of March 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Standing reports from Manager Jeff Vesevick, Reserve 22's Jon Satinover, and Trustee Liaison Steve Thompson
• Presentation: Reserve 22 2023 Achievements & 2024 Goals

The Recreation Commission met on April 26, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the March 22, 2024 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports on golf operations, Reserve 22 performance, financial updates, and project statuses. The commission received updates on increased revenues, ongoing construction projects, and future goals.

• Approved minutes from March 22, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission will meet to hear a pre-application for the Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Improvements Project. The meeting includes public comment and routine reports from trustees and staff.

• Pre-application review for Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Improvements Project

The Plan Commission held a pre-application review of the Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Improvement Project, which includes a new station, warming shelters, an accessible pedestrian underpass, and parking lot reconfiguration. No formal decisions were made; the commission provided comments and feedback to guide the petitioner's formal application. Concerns included the loss of 107 parking spaces, accessibility, and the preservation of the existing station.

• Reviewed pre-application for Metra Station and Multimodal Improvement Project (no vote)
• Discussed potential zoning requests including Special Use Permit and text amendment for 'Transit Station'
• Noted 107 parking spaces will be lost due to redesign
• Commissioner Loftus directed staff to recoup parking spaces where possible
• Adjourned meeting at 9:10 PM (voice vote)

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will meet on April 22, 2024, to approve routine payroll and vouchers totaling $2.22M, a $7M bond issuance for wastewater treatment upgrades, and $746k in grants and contracts including facade improvements and software extensions. The board will also vote on liquor license code amendments and hear proclamations for National Therapy Animal Day, Arbor Day, and CROP Walk Day.

• Payroll and vouchers totaling $2,220,083.59
• Ordinance 8003: $7,000,000 General Obligation Bonds for Glenbard Wastewater Authority
• Central Business District grants: $4,500 each to Bench 492 and The Bookstore of Glen Ellyn
• Facade Improvement Awards: $23,750 to 580 Duane Street LLC and $28,750 to Genesis Venture LLC at 481 N Main Street
• Three-year contract extension with OpenGov Inc. for Cartegraph software not-to-exceed $204,611.21

The Village Board approved a $7 million general obligation bond ordinance for Glenbard Wastewater Authority improvements, along with a consent agenda totaling $2,220,083.59 in expenditures. The consent agenda included routine items such as payroll, vouchers, meeting minutes, liquor license code amendments, grants, and software contracts. One item, a facade improvement award to 580Duane LLC, was pulled from the agenda at staff request.

• Approved $7M GO bonds for wastewater treatment improvements (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda with $2,220,083.59 in expenditures (6-0)
• Approved CBD construction impact grants of $4,500 each to Bench 492 and The Bookstore of Glen Ellyn (6-0)
• Approved facade improvement award of $28,750 to Genesis Venture, LLC (6-0)
• Approved 3-year contract extension with OpenGov Inc. for asset management software, not-to-exceed $204,611.21 (6-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract with Superior Road Striping for 2024 pavement line striping (6-0)
• Approved $95,800 consulting contract with Baker Tilly US, LLP for community development software (6-0)
• Approved $336,795 contract with The Davenport Group for LAMA software (6-0)

Police Pension Board

The Glen Ellyn Police Pension Board is meeting to handle routine financial and administrative matters, including the monthly accountant's report, investment report, and approval of bills. The board will also consider membership applications, contribution refunds, and various policy updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2024 meeting
• Presentation of monthly financial report by Lauterbach and Amen
• Application for membership by Nicholas Bradberry
• Contribution refund for Ryan Rader
• Fiduciary liability insurance renewal

The Glen Ellyn Police Pension Board approved a contribution refund of $44,850.28 to Ryan Radar and accepted Nicholas Bradberry into the pension fund. The board also scheduled a hearing on Thomas Roman's benefit discrepancy and unanimously approved the January 2024 minutes and the accountant's report. No changes were made to the cash management policy.

• Approved minutes from January 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted accountant's report for month ending February 29, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved contribution refund to Ryan Radar of $44,850.28 (unanimous)
• Accepted Nicholas Bradberry into Police Pension Fund (unanimous)
• Scheduled hearing on Thomas Roman's benefit discrepancy (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board agreed, though not unanimously, to send the Hen Ellyn proposal to allow keeping chickens back to the Plan Commission for further work. The Board also gave direction on parking configurations for the Metra station project, favoring parallel parking on Crescent Boulevard. No formal votes were taken on these items during the workshop.

• Hen Ellyn chicken-keeping proposal sent back to Plan Commission (not unanimous)
• Majority favored parallel parking on Crescent Boulevard for safety
• Majority favored pursuing West lot alternative as designed
• Majority favored pursuing East Lot Alternative 2
• Learning Studio special use permit to move forward as originally approved

Finance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Finance Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the grocery tax and fire services fee, and to continue exploring potential new or expanded revenue sources. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving staff and liaison reports.

• Grocery Tax Update
• Continued discussion of potential new or expanded revenues
• Update on Fire Services Fee
• Approval of March 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The Finance Commission unanimously approved a recommendation to the Village Board to increase the Home Rule Sales Tax (HRST) by 1/4 point if the state grocery tax is eliminated, to replace lost revenue. They also unanimously reaffirmed a prior recommendation to increase Fire Fees. The commission ranked six alternative revenue options, with HRST scoring highest as a replacement for the grocery tax.

• Approved recommendation to increase HRST by 1/4 point if state grocery tax eliminated (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed recommendation to increase Fire Fees (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 8, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Capital Improvements Commission

The Capital Improvements Commission is meeting to continue discussion on the Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project, specifically the on-street parking and vehicular lane configuration on Crescent Boulevard. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its February 13, 2024 special meeting and receive reports from the trustee liaison, public works, and engineering divisions.

• Continuation of Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project - Crescent Boulevard on-street parking and vehicular lane configuration
• Motion to approve February 13, 2024 Capital Improvements Commission Special Meeting Minutes
• Engineering Division Project Activity Report dated 4-5-2024

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes from January meetings, enter a closed session to review prior closed session minutes, and receive an update on current new hires and the status of the eligibility list. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of regular and executive meeting minutes from 1/9/2024 and 1/10/2024
• Motion to enter closed session under Section 2(c)(21) of the Open Meetings Act to review prior closed session minutes
• Update on current new hires and status of eligibility list

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the destruction of executive session audio recordings from October 14, 2021, to July 13, 2022, and voted to keep the corresponding minutes closed. They also approved minutes from prior meetings and discussed updates on new officers in field training and candidate lists. No new business was conducted.

• Approved destruction of executive session audio recordings from Oct 14, 2021-Jul 13, 2022
• Approved keeping executive session minutes from Oct 14, 2021-Jul 13, 2022 closed
• Approved regular meeting minutes from Jan 9, 2024 with corrections
• Approved special meeting minutes from Jan 10, 2024 with corrections
• Approved executive meeting minutes from Jan 9 and Jan 10, 2024
• Entered executive session to review closed session minutes (3-0)
• Returned to open session (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:05 PM (3-0)

Village Board

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, including $3,682,170.35 in payroll and vouchers, a three-year branch and brush collection contract with Abbott Tree Care Professionals ($402,000), purchase of five Kenworth trucks from Bonnell Industries ($1,780,659.17), a single-source asphalt rejuvenation contract with Corrective Asphalt Materials ($119,149.38), an ordinance amendment allowing vehicles to block up to one foot of sidewalk between 10pm and 7am, and a new four-year lease with TagMarshal for Village Links ($172,712). The board also discussed but did not decide on relocating Senior Services to the Civic Center, with a workshop planned for further discussion.

• Approved consent agenda including $3,682,170.35 in expenditures (5-0)
• Approved 3-year branch and brush collection contract with Abbott Tree Care Professionals, $402,000 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 5 Kenworth trucks from Bonnell Industries, $1,780,659.17 (5-0)
• Approved single-source asphalt rejuvenation contract with Corrective Asphalt Materials, $119,149.38 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 8001-VC amending parking/sidewalk obstruction rules (5-0)
• Approved canceling Yamatrack lease and entering 4-year TagMarshal lease, $172,712 (5-0)
• Appointed Trustee Simon as President Pro tem for May-August 2024 (5-0)
• Senior Services relocation to Civic Center discussed, not decided; workshop planned

Community Relations Commission

The Glen Ellyn Community Relations Commission is meeting to review minutes, hear liaison reports, and discuss follow-ups on the civility pledge and the DEI Resource Guide's approval status. They will also plan an April newsletter and a writeup for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May. The agenda is mostly routine updates and planning, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Follow-up on civility pledge use at Village and Commission meetings and posting in meeting rooms
• Status of DEI Resource Guide approval by Village Board
• Plan for quarterly Commission Newsletter distribution in April 2024
• Planned CRC writeup for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May

Recreation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission is meeting to hear a presentation on 2024 golf operations, along with standing reports from staff and a trustee liaison. The agenda also includes approval of the February 23, 2024 minutes and public comments. Most items are routine procedural matters, with the golf operations presentation being the main substantive item.

• 2024 Golf Operations Presentation by Noel Allen
• Approval of February 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Standing reports from Manager Jeff Vesevick, Reserve 22's Jon Satinover, and Trustee Liaison Steve Thompson

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review nominations for the Annual Historic Preservation Awards and discuss a proposal to install historical signage at Stacy’s Corners. The meeting will also revisit a potential incentive program for historic home remodeling.

• Review nominations for Annual Historic Preservation Awards (deadline April 30)
• Discuss installation of historical signage at Stacy’s Corners with $2,000 budget allocated for plaques
• Revisit historic preservation incentive program for home remodeling

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission and Environmental Commission are holding a joint meeting. The main item is a presentation of the U.S. Bank Event Park Concept Plan for the site at 473 Forest Avenue, owned by the Glen Ellyn Park District. The meeting also includes public comment and roll calls for both commissions.

• Presentation of U.S. Bank Event Park Concept Plan for 473 Forest Avenue
• Joint meeting of Historic Preservation and Environmental Commissions
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board is holding a workshop to discuss several operational items: selecting community development software, reviewing the 2023 year-end financial report, and discussing the ambulance service contract and fire services fee. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Community Development Software Selection process review
• Year End Financial Report for 2023 presentation
• Ambulance Service Contract discussion (provider, services, duration)
• Fire Services Fee discussion

Capital Improvements Commission

The Glen Ellyn Capital Improvements Commission is meeting to discuss the Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project, specifically the Crescent Boulevard on-street parking and vehicular lane configuration. They will also review the February 13, 2024 special meeting minutes and the March 8, 2024 Engineering Division Project Activity Report. Public comment is invited.

• Discussion of Crescent Boulevard on-street parking and vehicular lane configuration as part of the Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project
• Approval of February 13, 2024 special meeting minutes
• Review of March 8, 2024 Engineering Division Project Activity Report

The Capital Improvements Commission discussed the on-street parking and lane configuration for Crescent Boulevard between Main Street and Forest Avenue as part of the Metra Station project. Commissioners generally supported the parallel parking option over angle parking, citing improved sidewalk widths and pedestrian safety, though they noted a loss of parking spaces. They also asked staff to explore an alternative for the west-side parking lot with two rows of angle parking to potentially offset the loss. No formal vote was taken; the matter will be revisited.

• Deferred approval of February 13, 2024 minutes to next meeting
• Generally supported parallel parking on Crescent Blvd (no formal vote)
• Requested staff to develop alternative for west Metra parking lot with two rows of angle parking

Architectural Appearance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission will meet to approve draft minutes from November 2023 and review exterior appearance requests for two projects. The meeting is open to the public at the Civic Center.

• 453 Forest Avenue: exterior review for downtown event park with performance pavilion
• 240 Geneva Road: exterior review for full-day kindergarten addition to Churchill Elementary School

The Glen Ellyn Architectural Appearance Commission recommended approval for two exterior appearance reviews: a pavilion at the proposed Downtown Event Park (453 Forest Avenue) and a two-story kindergarten addition at Churchill Elementary School (240 Geneva Road). Both recommendations passed unanimously (6-0) with conditions, including landscape plan revisions for the school project. The commission acts as an advisory body, with final decisions made by the Village Board.

• Recommended approval of exterior appearance review for 453 Forest Avenue pavilion (6-0)
• Recommended approval of exterior appearance review for 240 Geneva Road school addition (6-0)
• Conditioned school approval on revised landscape plan meeting tree size distribution code
• Conditioned school approval on building permit prior to construction
• Conditioned school approval on careful attention to scale and welcoming entrance details

Environmental Commission

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the February 6 meeting minutes, liaison reports, and discussion of strategic planning priorities and the Sustainability/Scorecard Plan. No specific decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting appears to be primarily for routine updates and discussion.

• Approval of February 6 meeting minutes
• Park District Liaison Report
• Trustee Liaison Report
• Strategic Planning Priorities discussion
• Sustainability/Scorecard Plan discussion

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024, was canceled. The next meeting is set for April 9, 2024, at 3:30 PM in the Glen Ellyn Police Department Community Room.

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will vote on a $13.1 million contract for the 2024 Utility and Roadway Improvements Project, along with a $712,242 engineering services agreement. The consent agenda includes routine items such as payroll and vouchers totaling $4,999,019.77, vehicle purchases, water tower maintenance agreements, and various ordinances and grants. The board will also hold public hearings on a special use permit for a tutoring center at 473 N Main and zoning variations for a deck and fence at 641 Lake Road.

• Contract with John Neri Construction for $13,148,961 for 2024 Utility and Roadway Improvements
• Engineering services agreement with V3 Companies for $712,242
• Purchase of one Ford F-450 chassis with Galion body for $116,122.57 and two Ford E-Transit vans for $105,808
• Ordinance 7095-VC amending traffic code to assist in DUI prosecution
• Zoning variations for 626 Roger Road and special use permit for tutoring center at 473 N Main

The Glen Ellyn Village Board approved a $13,148,961 contract with John Neri Construction Company for the 2024 Utility and Roadway Improvements Project, along with a $712,242 construction engineering services agreement with V3 Companies. The board also approved a special use permit for a tutoring center at 473 N. Main Street (4-2), denied a patio variance at 626 Roger Road (0-6), and denied construction variations for a deck and fence at 641 Lake Road (6-0).

• Approved $13,148,961 contract with John Neri Construction for 2024 Utility and Roadway Improvements (6-0)
• Approved $712,242 construction engineering services agreement with V3 Companies (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for The Learning Studio tutoring center at 473 N. Main (4-2)
• Denied patio and seating wall variance at 626 Roger Road (0-6)
• Approved two sidewalk variances with impervious surface at 626 Roger Road (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $4,999,019.77 in expenditures (6-0)
• Approved $30,000 facade and $15,000 fire prevention awards to Brick & Mortar at 411 N Main St
• Denied construction necessitated variations for deck and fence at 641 Lake Road (6-0)

Finance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Finance Commission is meeting to continue its discussion of potential new or expanded revenue sources for the village. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the previous meeting's minutes and reports from staff and commission members.

• Continued discussion of potential new or expanded revenues
• Approval of February 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Community Relations Commission

The Glen Ellyn Community Relations Commission will hold its March 7 meeting to review minutes from the February 1 meeting, receive liaison reports, and discuss upcoming initiatives including Women’s History Month activities, a partnership with the Glen Art Theatre, and planning for a quarterly newsletter. The commission will also follow up on previously approved items such as the Civility Pledge and DEI Resource Guide.

• Review of February 1, 2024 CRC meeting minutes
• Partnership exploration with Glen Art Theatre for potential collaboration
• Planning for Commission Quarterly Newsletter covering events and outreach
• Follow-up on Civility Pledge use in Village and Commission meetings
• Follow-up on status of DEI Resource Guide approval by Village Board

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board holds a special workshop to discuss two items: CBD Streetscape and Crescent-Glenwood Parking Lot Improvements, and Section 9-2-3 (G)(1) of the Village Code regarding sidewalk obstructions. The meeting also includes procedural items and public participation.

• CBD Streetscape and Crescent-Glenwood Parking Lot Improvements (Public Works Director Buckley)
• Section 9-2-3 (G)(1) of the Village Code Regarding Sidewalk Obstruction (Attorney Mathews)

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will consider approving a purchase and sale agreement with Full Circle Communities for the property at 640 Taft Avenue. The board will also vote on consent agenda items, including contracts for landscape maintenance and change orders for the Village Links/Reserve 22 Clubhouse renovation. Public comment is open for items not on the agenda.

• Ordinance No. 7094 authorizing purchase and sale agreement with Full Circle Communities for 640 Taft Avenue
• Contract for 2024-2026 landscape maintenance services up to $284,676 to City Escape Garden and Design
• Alternate bid for parkway restorations up to $28,605 to City Escape Garden and Design
• Change order up to $180,000 for construction services with Construction, Inc. for Village Links/Reserve 22 Clubhouse renovation
• Change order up to $34,000 for design fees with KTGY Group for the same renovation

Recreation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard items: call to order, public comments, approval of the January 26, 2024 minutes, and standing reports from the manager, Reserve 22, financial officer, and trustee liaison. No new or old business is listed, so the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from January 26, 2024
• Standing reports from Manager Jeff Vesevick, Reserve 22's Jon Satinover, and Trustee Liaison Steve Thompson

Plan Commission

The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a special use permit to operate a tutoring center at 473 N. Main Street in the C5A Zoning District. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the November 9, 2023 meeting. Public comment is invited.

• Public hearing for special use permit for tutoring center at 473 N. Main Street (C5A Zoning District)
• Approval of November 9, 2023 Plan Commission minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss old business including annual preservation awards, 2024 goal-setting, and possible economic incentives for historic home remodeling. The agenda is largely procedural with discussion items rather than final decisions.

• Approval of January 18, 2024 minutes
• Annual Historic Preservation Awards discussion
• 2024 goal-setting review
• Possible economic incentive packages for historic home remodeling

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The February 13, 2024 meeting of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2024 at 3:30 PM at the Glen Ellyn Police Department Community Room.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: March 12, 2024, 3:30 PM, Glen Ellyn Police Department Community Room

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for a construction-necessitated zoning variation at 626 Roger Road, seeking to allow a patio and seating wall that encroaches 3.02 feet into the required side yard. The board may make a recommendation, which will then go to the Village Board for final consideration. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing for zoning variation at 626 Roger Road to allow patio and seating wall encroaching 3.02 feet into required side yard
• Approval of minutes from ZBA meeting held December 12, 2023
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will consider a consent agenda approving $3,768,964.15 in payroll and vouchers, along with several resolutions and ordinances. These include appropriating motor fuel tax funds for the Crescent Boulevard Improvement Project, issuing six CBD construction impact grants, and purchasing multiple pieces of equipment. The board will also vote on amending the fee schedule for a frequent violator program and approving lease and license agreements with the Glen Ellyn Park District.

• Approve $3,768,964.15 in total expenditures (payroll and vouchers)
• Resolution No. 24-05: Appropriation of motor fuel tax funds for Crescent Boulevard Improvement Project
• Six CBD construction impact grants: Chocolaterie Stam $4,500, Eli Tea $4,500, Cabernet & Company $4,500, Norabella Boutique $6,000, M and Em's $6,000, Ko-Ze Wine bar $4,500
• Purchase of equipment: 2024 Dakota 440 material handler ($48,833.35), four John Deere Gator utility carts ($49,928.16), two Toro greens mowers (up to $100,000), one Toro eTriFlex mower ($67,856.16), one John Deere fairway mower ($79,496.76)
• Ordinance 7093-VC: Amendment to fee schedule and frequent violator program

Finance Commission

The Glen Ellyn Finance Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review the 2023 year-end financial report, and continue discussions on potential new or expanded revenue sources. The agenda is largely routine, with no specific dollar amounts or proposals listed.

• Approval of January 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of 2023 Year End Financial Report
• Continued discussion of potential new or expanded revenues

Environmental Commission

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from January 9, receive liaison reports, and discuss old business, including strategic planning priorities and a sustainability/scorecard plan. No new business items are listed. Public comment is welcome on agenda items.

• Approval of Jan. 9 meeting minutes
• Strategic Planning Priorities discussion
• Sustainability/Scorecard Plan discussion
• Liaison reports from Park District, Trustee, Staff, and Chair

Recreation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting on January 26, 2024, at Village Links/Reserve 22. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items such as approving past meeting minutes, standing reports from staff, and public comments. No decisions or new business are listed.

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board is holding a regular meeting with several routine consent agenda items, including a $278,750 property tax abatement, two CBD construction impact grants, and an agreement with the Alliance of Downtown Glen Ellyn. The board will also hear presentations from community groups and recognize residents and police. The meeting concludes with a motion to enter closed session for employee and property discussions.

• Ordinance 7083: abatement of ad valorem property taxes in the amount of $278,750 for FY 2024
• CBD Construction Impact Grant: $6,000 to Marcel's Culinary Experience and $4,500 to Marche
• Resolution 24-04: endorsement of DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference 2024 legislative program
• Resolution 24-03: authorization to destroy certain executive session recordings from 2015-2021
• Agreement with Alliance of Downtown Glen Ellyn for calendar year 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, selecting a chairman pro-tem, and receiving reports. The main items are discussing the annual Historic Preservation Awards and setting goals for 2024. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of draft minutes from November 16, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of Annual Historic Preservation Awards
• Goal setting for 2024
• Public comment on non-agenda items

Police Pension Board

The Glen Ellyn Police Pension Board is meeting to handle routine pension fund business, including approving minutes, financial reports, and bills. They will also discuss investment reports, trustee training, and various administrative items. Several specific matters are on the agenda, such as approving cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners and reviewing legal decisions.

• Approve annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Review updated letter of credit
• Review, adopt, and publish decision and order for Thomas Hartzell
• Annual independent medical examination for Ray Munch
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses

Village Board

The Village Board is holding a workshop to discuss a potential $278,750 abatement of ad valorem property taxes for fiscal year 2024, and to review the 2020-24 Strategic Plan quarterly report for Q4 2023 and set 2024 priorities. The meeting includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.

• Discussion of $278,750 property tax abatement for FY 2024
• Presentation of 2020-24 Strategic Plan Quarterly Report (CY23 Q4)
• Priority goal setting for 2024
• Public comment for items on and off the agenda

Community Relations Commission

The Glen Ellyn Community Relations Commission is meeting to review minutes, receive liaison reports, and discuss several action items, including a DEI Resource Guide, a statement denouncing religious intolerance, a write-up on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and appointing a Chairperson Pro-Tem. The agenda is mostly procedural, with these items as the main substantive discussions.

• Review of December 14, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Discussion of DEI Resource Guide
• Statement denouncing religious intolerance
• Did You Know write-up on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Appointment of Chairperson Pro-Tem

General

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine procedural items, including a motion to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters such as appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Motion to enter executive session under Open Meeting Act Section 2c(1) for personnel discussions
• Next meeting scheduled for 02/13/2024 at 3:30 PM at the Glen Ellyn Police Dept Community Room

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Glen Ellyn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for a construction-necessitated zoning variation at 626 Roger Road. The variation would allow a patio and seating wall that encroaches 3.02 feet into the required side yard. The board may make a recommendation, which will then go to the Village Board for final consideration.

• Public hearing for zoning variation at 626 Roger Road
• Patio and seating wall encroaching 3.02 feet into side yard
• Approval of December 12, 2023 draft minutes

Environmental Commission

The Glen Ellyn Environmental Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive liaison reports, and discuss old business including strategic planning priorities and the sustainability scorecard/plan. No new business is listed. The agenda is largely procedural with reports and updates.

• Approval of November 2023 minutes
• Park District, Trustee, Staff, and Chair liaison reports
• Discussion of strategic planning priorities
• Discussion of sustainability scorecard/plan
• Next meeting scheduled for February 13, 2024

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Glen Ellyn Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approving past meeting minutes, entering executive session for employee matters, and scheduling future meetings.

Village Board

The Glen Ellyn Village Board will vote on a consent agenda approving routine business, including $9,874,882.27 in payroll and vouchers, several bond payment ordinances, and other administrative items. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of a new Finance Director and recognition of employees.

• Consent agenda with $9,874,882.27 in total expenditures
• Purchase of parkway trees from Suburban Tree Consortium for $159,100
• Temporary employment services contract with GovTemps USA, LLC for $242,244.63
• Ordinances for bond payments totaling over $2.5 million (Series 2015, 2018, 2020, 2021A, 2021B)
• Downtown Retail Interior Improvement Award of $18,750 to Village Pharmacy at 546 Duane Street