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Lockport public meetings in 2022

46 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 13, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Public hearings on Stretch's Motorcycle Shop special use permit and Summit Ice Arena development

The Plan & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a special use permit for Stretch's Motorcycle Shop and a preliminary/final development plan for Summit Ice Arena. The meeting also includes approval of November 8 meeting minutes and routine reports.

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Wed Dec 7, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider $236,620 engineering contract for 2023 road program

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend items for the next City Council meeting. Agenda includes a proposed amendment to Chapter 38 of the City Code to add administrative fees for unpaid fines, a reciprocal reporting agreement with Lockport Township High School District 205, a $63,070 change order for Downtown Streetscape Project engineering services, and a $236,620 proposal for 2023 Road Program engineering services. Also on the agenda is a letter of objection to Will County Cases ZC-22063 and ZC-22064, for information only.

Wed Dec 7, 2022

City Council

Lockport City Council to consider 2023 budget and $4 million engineering contract

The City Council will review the 2023 city budget and various budget amendments. The meeting also includes decisions on rezoning for a parking lot expansion and a large-scale wastewater plant expansion contract.

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Wed Nov 16, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Committee discusses rezoning, budget amendments, and utility contracts

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items recommended for action at the next City Council meeting. Discussions include rezoning requests, budget amendments, and a $4 million engineering contract for wastewater treatment plant expansion.

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Wed Nov 16, 2022

City Council

Council to appoint new Ward 2 alderman, adopt 2023 budget

The Lockport City Council will consider appointing Patrick L. McDonald to fill the Ward 2 alderman vacancy left by the late Larry Schreiber, and hold a public hearing on the 2023 budget. Consent agenda items include a $6,837.50 facade grant for Amazing Fantasy Comics, a one-year extension for the 645-unit Serenity Landing development, and release of bonds and sureties. The council will also vote on auctioning three cell tower leases.

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Wed Nov 9, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Lockport Plan & Zoning Commission discusses rezoning and development plans

The commission will conduct public hearings regarding a rezoning and special use permit amendment for Lockport Animal Hospital. Additionally, the body will review a final development plan for a self-storage facility at Lockport Square on Farrell Rd.

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Wed Nov 2, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Committee to discuss 645-unit development extension and 2023 budget

The Lockport Committee of the Whole will review items for recommendation to the City Council, including a one-year extension for a 645-unit residential development (Serenity Landing) at Briggs St. and Oak Ave, a $6,837.50 facade grant for 113 East 9th Street, the 2023 budget presentation, and several bond/letter of credit releases. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Summer Art Series and an appointment to fill a vacant alderman seat.

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Wed Nov 2, 2022

City Council

Lockport City Council to consider 2023-2025 Strategic Plan

The City Council will discuss the city's 2023-2025 Strategic Plan and various code amendments. The body is also reviewing engineering contracts for ADA planning and well rehabilitation.

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Wed Oct 19, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Committee discusses 2023 strategic plan and engineering proposals

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for recommendation to the next City Council meeting. Discussions include the 2023-2025 Strategic Plan, video gaming license amendments, and engineering contracts.

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Wed Oct 19, 2022

City Council

Lockport Council to consider water main projects and new service contracts

The City Council is reviewing several engineering contracts for water main replacement projects and a three-year cybersecurity agreement. The agenda also includes discussions on soft recyclable collection and a concept plan for a new gas station development.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Lockport Plan & Zoning Commission requests continuances for two projects

The commission is reviewing requests for a 300-unit apartment complex and a veterinary hospital expansion. Both public hearings have been moved to a continuance rather than proceeding to a vote.

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Wed Oct 5, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Committee discusses gas station plan and water main engineering contracts

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items recommended for the next City Council meeting. Discussions include a concept plan for a new gas station, updates to fire impact fees, and several water main replacement projects.

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Wed Oct 5, 2022

City Council

Council to consider extending development agreement for 1016 S. State St.

The Lockport City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a second amendment to extend the completion deadline for the purchase and redevelopment of 1016 S. State St. to June 30, 2023, and approval of a $32,086 pump replacement. Regular business items include approval of bills and a change order for police station flooring. The council may also enter executive session for personnel, negotiations, and legal matters.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Committee discusses pump replacement and 1016 S. State St. agreement

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items recommended for action at the next City Council meeting. These include a contract amendment for a development project and a pump replacement project.

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Wed Sep 21, 2022

City Council

Council to consider small business grant for streetscape project

The Lockport City Council will consider several items including a new small business grant program to offset economic hardships from the 2022 9th Street and State Street Streetscape Project. Other items include a new Class N liquor license for truck stops, an ordinance on address numbering, and a grant agreement for pedestrian safety improvements on 167th Street. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with routine items and an executive session for personnel and legal matters.

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Tue Sep 13, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Gas station concept plan at 143rd & Gougar Road

The Plan & Zoning Commission will review a concept plan for a Gas N Wash gas station and car wash at the southwest corner of 143rd Street and Gougar Road. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public hearings.

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Wed Sep 7, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider new liquor license class and address number rules

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several items for potential action at the next City Council meeting, including ordinances to create a new Class N liquor license and to amend address number requirements. Also on the agenda are a Canon copy machine lease agreement, an investment authorization with PFM Asset Management, a small business streetscape grant program, and a pedestrian safety grant agreement with IDOT.

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Wed Sep 7, 2022

City Council

Lockport Council to consider building contracts and rezoning at September 7 meeting

The City Council will consider several infrastructure awards, including a $615,000 construction project and a $285,487 storm water program. The agenda also includes a request to rezone property at 16936 W. Bruce Road and the disposal of surplus police vehicles.

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Wed Aug 17, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Committee discusses rezoning, surplus vehicles, and sewage tank repairs

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items recommended for the next City Council meeting. These include a rezoning request for property near Bruce Road and a quote for wastewater treatment plant maintenance.

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Wed Aug 17, 2022

City Council

Lockport Council to consider $5 million pumping station contract and new developments

The City Council will consider several development plans, including a 27-unit townhome community and a self-storage facility. The meeting also includes votes on infrastructure upgrades for wells and a major sanitary pumping station project.

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Tue Aug 9, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Rezoning of Lambs Woods forest preserve from county to city agricultural district

The Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone property owned by the Forest Preserve District of Will County, located north of Bruce Rd. and west of Farrell Rd., from the county's A1 Agricultural Zoning District to the City of Lockport's A1 Agricultural Zoning District. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and routine reports.

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Thu Aug 4, 2022

City Council

Lockport Council to discuss Silo Bend development and infrastructure contracts

The City Council will consider several items including a new development plan for Silo Bend Phase 3 and an annexation agreement for Lambs Woods. The meeting also includes decisions on engineering services for the Briggs Street pumping station and sewage plant maintenance.

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Wed Aug 3, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Committee reviews residential projects and SCADA upgrades

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items to recommend for action at the next City Council meeting. These include three residential and commercial development plans and two grant reimbursements.

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Wed Jul 20, 2022

City Council

Lockport City Council to vote on infrastructure projects and vehicle purchases

The City Council is deciding on several public works contracts for sidewalks, pavement marking, and bridge repair. The body is also considering a special use permit for a dog daycare and the purchase of four city vehicles.

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Wed Jul 20, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Committee discusses sewage plant repairs and engineering services

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for recommendation to the next City Council meeting. Discussions include infrastructure maintenance at the Bonnie Brae Sewage Treatment Plant and engineering services for Briggs Street.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Commission reviews self-storage and residential development proposals

The Plan & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for two development projects. These include an amendment to a Planned Unit Development and a special use permit for a residential project.

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Wed Jun 15, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Committee of the Whole reviews budget and infrastructure contracts

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items to be recommended for action at the next City Council meeting. These include a 2023 budget calendar and several service contracts. The body is also considering a special use permit for a business.

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Wed Jun 15, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on Star Innovation District Master Plan and several development projects

The Lockport City Council will consider adopting the Star Innovation District Master Plan, approving a final plat for Oak Creek Phase 3B, a special use permit for a carwash at 960 E. 9th Street, a concept plan for a 280-unit apartment complex (Springs Apartments), and a contract for police station renovations up to $50,000. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, bills, and payroll.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Doggy daycare special use permit and townhome concept plan on agenda

The Lockport Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit for a dog daycare and training facility at 842 N. State Street, and will discuss a concept plan for a residential townhome community. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and staff reports.

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Wed Jun 1, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Committee to review 280-unit Springs Apartments plan

The Lockport Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend items for the next city council meeting. Key items include a 280-unit apartment community (Springs Apartments), a special use permit for a car wash at 960 E. 9th Street, a final plat for Oak Creek Phase 3B, a contract for police station refinishing up to $50,000, and an update on stormwater management under the Water Resources Development Act. No final decisions will be made at this meeting.

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Wed Jun 1, 2022

City Council

Lockport City Council to consider infrastructure contracts and code amendments

The City Council is reviewing several items including street and sewer maintenance contracts, a water main replacement project, and updates to city codes. The agenda also includes approval of various administrative items and a grant agreement for a Route 66 sculpture.

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Thu May 26, 2022

Special Joint Plan & Zoning Commission & City Council Workshop

Review of the Star Innovation District Final Master Plan

The City Council and Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a joint workshop to review the final master plan for the Lockport-Star Innovation District. The presentation of this plan will be conducted by Stantec.

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Wed May 18, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Lockport considers $347,500 water main and road project

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items to be recommended for action at the next City Council meeting. These include code amendments, a grant agreement, and a construction contract.

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Wed May 18, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on $435k generator purchase for wastewater plant

The City Council will consider several consent agenda items and regular business. Key decisions include approving a $435,230 contract for three new generators at the Division Street Wastewater Treatment Plant, appointing two members to the Board of Police Commissioners, and a concept plan for modifications to Rose Lockport Center. A public hearing is scheduled for the first amendment to the annexation agreement for Rose Lockport Center.

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Tue May 10, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Commission reviews Oak Creek Phase 3B and Springs Apartments plans

The Plan & Zoning Commission will consider the final development plan for Oak Creek Phase 3B and a concept plan for the 260-unit Springs Apartments. The meeting also includes a continuation of a special use permit request for a carwash at 960 E. 9th Street.

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Wed May 4, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Committee considers Rose Lockport Center annexation and concept plan

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for recommendation to the City Council. Discussions include a watermain reimbursement agreement and modifications to the Rose Lockport Center.

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Wed May 4, 2022

City Council

Lockport City Council to discuss impact fees and Farrell Road resurfacing costs

The City Council will consider updates to development and annexation impact fees through a resolution and ordinance amendment. The council will also review an intergovernmental agreement regarding cost reimbursement for resurfacing Farrell Road.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022

City Council

Lockport Council to consider water well repairs and roadway patching contracts

The City Council is reviewing several development amendments, including a special use permit for a private school at 852 N. State St. The agenda also includes approving repair contracts for city wells and a roadway patching project.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Committee to discuss impact fee changes and road resurfacing IGA

The Committee of the Whole will consider several items to recommend for the next City Council meeting, including proposed changes to impact fees related to development and/or annexation, and an intergovernmental agreement with Lockport and Homer Township road districts for reimbursement of 2022 resurfacing costs on Farrell Rd. Also on the agenda are appointments to the Board of Police Commissioners and a request to declare items as surplus. The meeting includes public comment and liaison reports.

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Tue Apr 12, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Variance for 527 Madison Street roof extension and renewal of carwash special use permit

The Plan & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a variance to reduce the front yard setback at 527 Madison Street and on the renewal of a special use permit for a carwash at 960 E. 9th Street. They will also discuss a concept plan for an amendment to the Rose Lockport Center.

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Wed Apr 6, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Committee considers $435,230 for wastewater plant generators

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items to be recommended for action at the next City Council meeting. These include infrastructure repairs, commercial development amendments, and an intergovernmental agreement for school resource officers.

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Wed Mar 16, 2022

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Committee discusses environmental assessments and traffic signal upgrades

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for future City Council action, including a lease transfer for I&M Canal property and professional service agreements. The committee will also discuss impact fee updates and emergency vehicle preemption device installations.

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Tue Mar 15, 2022

Special Plan & Zoning Commission

Public hearing on Lockport Square commercial development with Wendy's and Noodles & Co.

The Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on PZC 2022-001, which includes amendments to the Lockport Square Planned Commercial Development and preliminary subdivision plat, plus final development plan review for a standalone commercial building with a drive-thru and a multi-tenant building. The proposal involves a Wendy's restaurant and a Noodles & Co. on Lots 9B and 9C of Lockport Square Fourth Resubdivision.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Commission considers special use permit for private school on N. State Street

The Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for a private school. The request concerns the Lupine Montessori School Satellite at the Lockport Promenade Center.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Commission to hear proposal for self-storage facility in Lockport Square

The Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a development in Lockport Square. The body will consider an amendment to the Planned Unit Development to allow for a self-storage facility and a monument sign.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022

Plan & Zoning Commission

Commission reviews special use permit and gas station development plan

The Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for a carpentry business. The body will also review a final development plan for a gas station.

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