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 "city": "Westchester",
 "state": "Illinois",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Board to approve a change order for the 2026 Sewer Point Repairs Program",
   "summary": "The Village Board will vote on three resolutions: appointing Frank Lewis to the Veterans Commission, authorizing a change order for the 2026 Sewer Point Repairs Program, and ratifying a joint purchase of portable radios for the Police Department. The consent agenda includes approval of the Record of Bills up to $2,042,565.38. Public comments and presentations are scheduled, followed by an executive session on personnel and legal matters.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Special Board",
   "headline": "Board will consider ending Village Manager's contract and appointing an acting manager",
   "summary": "The Special Board will vote on a motion to terminate the Village Manager’s employment under the June 16 2023 agreement, and on a motion to appoint an Acting Village Manager pursuant to state law. These actions are listed under Active Agenda and New Business. The meeting also includes standard items such as public comments and an executive session.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Public hearing on Roosevelt/Mannheim redevelopment project and TIF plan",
   "summary": "The Village Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed Roosevelt/Mannheim Redevelopment Project and its Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan. After the hearing, the board will consider a consent agenda approving bills totaling $1,751,694.44. It will also vote on two resolutions authorizing engineering services from Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for the 2028 Street Project and the 2027 Sewer Lining Project.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Potential Village Hall renovations discussed at Committee of the Whole",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss a possible renovation of the Village Hall. An executive session will address employee, contractor and volunteer matters under 5 ILCS 120 Section 2(c)(1). The same session will consider setting a price for the sale or lease of public‑owned property under 5 ILCS 120 Section 2(c)(6). No final actions are indicated in the agenda.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Village Board to approve purchase of two police interceptor vehicles",
   "summary": "The Westchester Village Board will vote on several items, including a new ordinance that updates littering and illegal dumping penalties. It will also consider resolutions to acquire two police interceptor vehicles, a new dump truck for Public Works, and engineering services for upcoming road and water projects. Additionally, the board will approve the record of bills totaling $1,653,463.10.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-27",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole - CANCELED",
   "headline": "Committee of the Whole meeting canceled, no agenda items scheduled",
   "summary": "The Village of Westchester's Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at approximately 6:30 PM was canceled. The cancellation notice states there were no agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Village Board to hold public hearing and vote on Fiscal Year 2027 Budget",
   "summary": "The Village Board will conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance to adopt the annual appropriation for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2026. The meeting also includes votes on liquor license classifications, water meter permits, and police personnel policies.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Village discusses FY 2027 budget and employee/property matters",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss the Village’s budget for fiscal year 2027. It will also hold an executive session to consider matters related to employee and independent contractor employment, compensation, discipline, and the setting of a price for the sale or lease of Village‑owned property. The meeting includes standard items such as public comments, old business, and requests for future topics.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Board to approve Village of Westchester Strategic Plan",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider a motion to approve Resolution 2026-1164, which adopts the Village's Strategic Plan. The consent agenda includes approval of the Record of Bills for the period ending May 12, 2026 in the not‑to‑exceed amount of $1,271,122.29 and approval of the April 28, 2026 meeting minutes. Public comments and presentations on Public Works Week and the strategic plan will also be heard.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-29",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole - CANCELED",
   "headline": "Committee of the Whole meeting canceled, no agenda items",
   "summary": "The Westchester Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for April 28, 2026 was canceled. The cancellation notice cites a lack of agenda items. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-16",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole - CANCELED",
   "headline": "Committee of the Whole meeting canceled due to no agenda items",
   "summary": "The Westchester Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for April 14, 2026, at 6:30 PM was canceled. The cancellation notice states it was due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Board will approve $1.35 M record of bills and several intergovernmental agreements",
   "summary": "The Village Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a Record of Bills not to exceed $1,347,661.76 and several sets of meeting minutes. It will also consider a series of resolutions authorizing intergovernmental agreements with the Village of Hillside for prisoner detention and emergency dispatch services, as well as contracts for water main improvements, street programs, and other infrastructure projects. Additional resolutions will appoint individuals to the Broadview‑Westchester Joint Water Agency, the Senior Commission, and the ADA Coordinator position.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-24",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Board to approve budget amendment and sole‑source contract for public safety technology",
   "summary": "The Village Board will vote on an ordinance amending the 2026 fiscal year budget, waiving competitive bidding, and authorizing a contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for public safety equipment. Additional items include approval of a rebuild contract for Crestwood Pump Station Pump #2, a parking ordinance amendment on Mayfair Avenue, a resolution to sell surplus property, and a loan renewal commitment letter from Republic Bank for Enterprise Drive properties.",
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-24",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Committee discusses ADA mandate for public meeting content",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss an ADA mandate regarding the content of public meetings. The meeting also includes updates on grants and an upcoming town hall.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-10",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole - Audio Only Due to Technical Issue",
   "headline": "Discussions on EV charger site, business ribbon program, and pump rebuild",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss Westchester Auto Sales' interest in acquiring the adjacent parkway to install electric vehicle chargers. It will also consider a business recognition ribbon program. Additionally, the committee will talk about rebuilding Pump #2 at the Crestwood Pump Station.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-03-10",
   "body": "Village Board - Audio Only Due to Technical Issue",
   "headline": "Village Board to consider budget amendment for Axon public safety equipment",
   "summary": "The Village Board will hold a public hearing regarding the Illinois EPA Public Water Supply Loan Program for water system improvements. The board is also deciding on a budget amendment to purchase public safety technology from Axon Enterprise, Inc. and appointing four members to the Senior Commission.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-02-24",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Westchester discusses fuel pump options and ladder truck acquisition",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will review options for the maintenance, replacement, or relocation of Village fuel pumps. The body will also receive an update regarding the potential acquisition of a ladder truck.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-24",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Board will approve $621,543.17 of bills and multiple service contracts",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider a consent agenda that includes $621,543.17 of bills. It will also consider an ordinance to amend a professional services agreement with Ryan, LLC for a tax increment financing feasibility study. Additional resolutions will approve contracts for lawn and tree maintenance, the disposal of surplus property, and an intergovernmental agreement with the Westchester Park District for law enforcement services.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-02-10",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Village Board will vote on limited access agreements for 1107 South Mannheim Road",
   "summary": "The board will consider several resolutions authorizing limited access agreements with Xceed Commercial Real Estate and a Culver's franchisee for the property at 1107 South Mannheim Road, along with related tax increment financing provisions. Additional items include a deed‑in‑lieu and settlement for 9999 and 9930 Derby Lane, a settlement with AT&T for damage at 10900 Canterbury Street, and approvals for a $40,000 tree purchase and a $1,199,017.63 record of bills. The meeting also includes routine reports, public comments, and an executive session.",
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-10",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Village discusses credit card fees, gateway sign, and ladder truck acquisition",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss three items of new business. First, the village will review its credit card fees. Second, officials will consider a proposed gateway sign at Roosevelt Rd and Norfolk Ave. Third, the board will examine the potential acquisition of a ladder truck.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-27",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Village discusses redevelopment of 1107 Mannheim Road and spring tree planting",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss agreements with Xceed Commercial Real Estate and a Culver’s franchisee for the redevelopment of 1107 Mannheim Road. The body will also consider the 2026 Spring Tree Planting Program.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-27",
   "body": "Village Board - Partial Video Due to Technical Issue",
   "headline": "Board to approve $1.588 million record of bills",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approving the Record of Bills for $1,588,246.75. The meeting also features presentations on a new website and the Everbridge Emergency Notification System, a manager’s report on winter parking restrictions and community events, and a financial report for the eight months ending Dec. 31, 2025. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-01-17",
   "body": "GROW Ecological Commission - Save Money & Energy",
   "headline": "GROW Ecological Commission presents home energy savings program",
   "summary": "The commission is sharing information about a Metropolitan Mayors Caucus program providing free energy-saving products and home assessments. The program is available to homeowners and renters using ComEd, Nicor Gas, Peoples’ Gas, or North Shore Gas.",
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  {
   "date": "2026-01-13",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Village considers buying a ladder truck and fire engine for its fire department",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed changes to the SBC Waste Solutions composting program. It will also consider purchasing a ladder truck and a fire engine for the Westchester Fire Department. The meeting includes standard items such as public comments, old business, and an executive session on legal matters.",
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