Hoffman Estates public meetings in 2024
87 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Sister Cities Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from November 20, 2024, and receive reports on signature exchanges, other exchanges, and special projects. The meeting is scheduled for December 18, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the Frank Alexa Conference Room.
- Approval of November 20, 2024, minutes
- Signature exchanges with Culinary/Bon Appetit and Runners
- Other exchanges including Sports and Comic
- Special Projects committee report
- French Evening event planning
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Commission for People with Disabilities will hold a regular meeting to conduct business. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will vote on several infrastructure agreements with IDOT and a large TIF reimbursement. The body is also considering a special use permit for a massage establishment and contracts for fire department services.
- Lakewood Center TIF Reimbursement Request #4 for $26,221,583.98
- Schedule of bills for December 16, 2024 totaling $12,702,862.93
- Intergovernmental Agreements with IDOT for Golf Road and Barrington Road improvements
- Special Use ordinance for Ivy Massage N Spa, Inc. at 1033 W. Golf Road
- Contract with Ready Rebound, Inc. for Fire Department injury management not to exceed $113,456.12
Village Board of Trustees Standing Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to discuss a multi-year snow plowing contract. The primary item of business is the authorization of a snow removal agreement for the NOW Arena.
- Multi-year Snow Removal Agreement with Snow Systems, Wheeling, IL for the NOW Arena
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Commission for Senior Citizens is holding a regular meeting with only procedural items on the agenda: call to order, approval of minutes, public comment, reports, old and new business, and adjournment. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision.
- Approval of minutes from November 12, 2024
- Public comment period
- Reports from chairperson and staff liaison
- Next regular meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025
Planning, Building & Zoning Committee
The Planning, Building & Zoning Committee will review a large TIF reimbursement request and a civil engineering staffing agreement. An ordinance regarding hotel licenses has been continued to the January meeting.
- Lakewood Center TIF Reimbursement Request #4 for $26,221,583.98
- Employee Leasing Agreement with MGT Impact Solutions, LLC for Civil Engineer services at $95.16 per hour
- Ordinance amending Section 8-8-7 (Hotels) of the Municipal Code (continued to January)
General Administration & Personnel Committee
The General Administration & Personnel Committee will discuss the meeting schedule for the 2025 Village Board and its standing committees. The committee will also receive monthly reports from Cable TV, Human Resources Management, and Legislative Operations & Outreach. Public comment and routine agenda items such as call to order, minutes approval, and the president’s report will be addressed.
- Discussion regarding 2025 Village Board and Standing Committees meeting schedule
- Cable TV Monthly Report
- Human Resources Management Monthly Report
- Legislative Operations & Outreach Monthly Report
- Public comment
Transportation & Road Improvement Commitee
The Transportation & Road Improvement Committee will consider approving a Phase II engineering services agreement with TranSystems Corporation for the Gannon Drive Resurfacing and Bicycle Facility Project, not to exceed $110,000. Additionally, the committee will vote on ordinances and intergovernmental agreements with IDOT for intersection improvements at Golf Road and Barrington Road, and for road improvements on Barrington Road from Central Road to Algonquin Road. An amendment to the Beverly Road Path & Resurfacing Project agreement with IDOT is also up for approval. Routine items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a monthly transportation report.
- Approval of $110,000 Phase II engineering services agreement with TranSystems for Gannon Drive resurfacing and bicycle facility
- Ordinance and IGA with IDOT for Golf Road (IL 58) and Barrington Road intersection improvements
- Ordinance and IGA with IDOT for Barrington Road improvements (Central Road to Algonquin Road)
- Local Public Agency Amendment #1 with IDOT for Beverly Road Path & Resurfacing Project
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider an ordinance establishing hire back rates for Police and Fire personnel for 2025. They are also set to approve renewals of property/casualty insurance through SLIP and worker's comp/other coverages via Alliant/Mesirow. Monthly reports from IT and NOW Arena will be presented.
- Ordinance setting police and fire hire back rates for Jan 1–Dec 31, 2025
- Renewal of property/casualty insurance through Suburban Liability Insurance Pool (SLIP)
- Renewal of worker's comp, underground storage tank, and liquor liability coverages through Alliant/Mesirow Insurance
- Information Technology Department monthly report
- NOW Arena monthly report
Public Works & Utilities Committee
The committee will meet to review monthly reports from the Public Works Department and the Engineering Division. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
- Public Works Department Monthly Report
- Engineering Division Monthly Report
Public Health & Safety Committee
The committee will consider an amendment to a professional services agreement with FGM Architects for design work on the new Fire Station #21. It will also vote on a sole‑source award to Ready Rebound, Inc. for a three‑year injury‑management contract for the Fire Department, not to exceed $113,456.12. The meeting includes routine reports from Police, Health & Human Services, Emergency Management, and Fire Departments.
- Amendment to existing agreement with FGM Architects for design of Fire Station #21
- Sole‑source award to Ready Rebound, Inc. for injury management services, up to $113,456.12
- Waiver of formal bidding for the Ready Rebound contract
- Three‑year term with first year as a trial period
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Hoffman Estates Economic Development Commission will meet to prioritize its Economic Development Strategic Plan and create a 2025 work plan. The commission will also discuss current business conditions in the village.
- Prioritization of the Economic Development Strategic Plan
- Creation of the 2025 Work Plan
- Discussion of business conditions
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use request from Ivy Massage N Spa, Inc. to operate a massage establishment at 1033 W. Golf Road. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and staff discussion. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing: special use permit for Ivy Massage N Spa, Inc. at 1033 W. Golf Road
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Sustainability Commission is holding a special meeting to address old business. The primary focus is a presentation regarding Sister Cities scheduled for April 2025.
- Sister Cities Presentation for April 2025
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Sustainability Commission will meet to discuss planning for 2025 events. The body will also review the 2025 Sister Cities presentation scheduled for April 2025.
- 2025 Sister Cities Presentation for April 2025
- 2025 Event Planning
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Cultural Awareness Commission will approve the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes and hear public comment. Commissioners will receive reports from the chairperson and staff liaison. Old business includes finalizing details for the Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast and status updates on Black History Month, Unity Day, and Hispanic Heritage Day. New business will be introduced later in the meeting.
- Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast – finalize details
- Black History Month – follow‑up on status
- Unity Day – follow‑up on status
- Hispanic Heritage Day – follow‑up on status
Advisory Boards & Commissions
This is a procedural meeting of the Finance Committee. The agenda contains only standard items: call to order, roll call, board comments, public comments, and adjournment. No specific financial decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion or action.
Village Board of Trustees
The Hoffman Estates Village Board will vote on a 2025 budget, tax levy, and utility rate ordinances. The meeting also includes authorizing contracts for a water main replacement project, new software, and a grocery occupation tax.
- Approval of 2025 Village budget and tax levy
- Huntington Boulevard Watermain Replacement Project contract ($1,211,319)
- New grocery retailers' and service occupation taxes
- ERP software agreement with BS&A ($611,540)
- Flygt submersible pump replacement for WDA lift station ($84,950.50)
Finance Committee
The Hoffman Estates Finance Committee will consider approving amendments and new agreements for NOW Arena services, including internet redundancy, ticketing, and software systems. The committee will also review monthly department reports.
- Amendment to Service Agreement with Andy Frain Services, Inc.
- Purchase of internet redundancy services from Comcast Business
- Authorization for ERP software services with BS&A Software (up to $611,540)
- Authorization for time and attendance tracking services with Andrews Technology (up to $177,685)
- Authorization for Implementation Assistance Services with Plante Moran (up to $127,050)
Public Works & Utilities Committee
The Public Works & Utilities Committee will consider several approvals, including amendments to existing solid waste collection contracts with Groot Industries and an ordinance amendment to Section 7-9-1. It will also approve a memorandum of understanding with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for Spring Creek watershed floodway construction rules. The committee will authorize a contract up to $1,211,319 for the Huntington Boulevard watermain replacement project. Additional authorizations include purchases of road salt and a submersible pump, both with waived formal bidding.
- Amend and extend contracts with Groot Industries for residential solid waste collection
- Amend and extend contracts with Groot Industries for commercial and institutional solid waste collection and amend Section 7-9-1 ordinance
- Approve MOU with Illinois Department of Natural Resources for Spring Creek watershed floodway construction rules
- Authorize award to H. Linden & Sons Sewer and Water, Inc. for Huntington Boulevard Watermain Replacement Project, up to $1,211,319
- Waive formal bidding to purchase up to 4,080 tons of road salt (up to $276,787) and a Flygt submersible pump (up to $84,950.50)
Public Health & Safety Committee
The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider two major contracts: a five-year $1,486,990.47 agreement with Axon Enterprise for law enforcement services and a two-year $98,450 agreement with Flock Group for automated license plate readers, both with waived formal bidding. The committee will also receive monthly reports from the Police, Fire, Health & Human Services, and Emergency Management departments.
- Authorization to waive bidding and award $1,486,990.47 five-year contract to Axon Enterprise, Inc. (Scottsdale, AZ)
- Authorization to waive bidding and award $98,450 two-year contract to Flock Group, Inc. (Atlanta, GA)
- Police Department Monthly Report
- Fire Department Monthly Report
- Health & Human Services Department Monthly Report
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Youth Commission will approve October meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive a staff liaison report. Old business includes updates on Winterfest, Community Safety & Awareness Event, and other upcoming events. New business covers planning for future STEM activities, arts & crafts, and community awareness projects.
- Winterfest event planning update
- Community Safety & Awareness Event discussion
- Multi-generational Easter card-making event planning
- Craft With A Cop event update
- Animal/Reptile Show and STEM Show updates
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes and discuss a public hearing for a social service agency seeking a site plan amendment and special use permit at 1260 W. Higgins Road.
- Approval of minutes from October 16, 2024
- Public hearing for social service agency site plan amendment
- Public hearing for social service agency special use permit
- 1260 W. Higgins Road
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Hoffman Estates Sister Cities Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve October minutes, receive public comment, and hear reports from chairs and staff. Committee reports will cover signature exchanges (culinary, runners), other exchanges (sports, comic), special projects, and planning for a French Evening event. No new business or specific financial items are listed.
- Approval of minutes from October 23, 2024
- Reports from Signature Exchanges: Culinary/Bon Appetit and Runners committees
- Reports from Other Exchanges: Sports and Comic committees
- Update on Special Projects
- Discussion of French Evening event planning
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Hoffman Estates Arts Commission will meet to review several ongoing projects, including a photography workshop, summer concerts (children's concerts, Village Green venue, lighting and sound, and budget), the Zine Fest, and a gallery program. The commission will also discuss and potentially set the 2025 calendar, which includes future commission meeting dates. Public comment will be taken before the meeting adjourns.
- Photography Workshop (old business)
- Summer Concerts – children’s concerts, Village Green, lighting/sound, budget
- Zine Fest (old business)
- Gallery program (old business)
- 2025 Calendar including commission meeting dates (new business)
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Commission for People with Disabilities is holding a regular meeting with agenda items including approval of minutes, public comment, and reports. No specific action items or substantive proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be routine procedural business.
- Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024 meeting
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Emerging Technology Advisory Commission is meeting for a regular session. The agenda consists of routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, staff liaison report, old business, and new business, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will consider several items under a consent agenda, including routine approvals and contracts. Key decisions include a contract up to $35,000 for a website redesign, a $136,582 engineering services agreement for the Hassell Road STP resurfacing, and a contract up to $3,899,000 for the Village Green Concessions & Restrooms project. The board will also vote on a $4,530,046.55 schedule of bills and adopt ordinances related to the Hassell Road project and the village health reimbursement arrangement. Additional reports and public comment will follow.
- Authorization to award a contract up to $3,899,000 for the Village Green Concessions & Restrooms Project
- Authorization to enter into an agreement with Carbonhouse, LLC for a website redesign of NOWArena.com, not to exceed $35,000
- Approval of construction engineering services agreement with Civiltech Engineering, Inc., for the Hassell Road STP Resurfacing Project, not to exceed $136,582
- Approval of the schedule of bills for 11‑18‑2024 in the amount of $4,530,046.55
- Approval of an ordinance for a Joint Funding Agreement with IDOT and local funding for the Hassell Road STP Resurfacing Project
Advisory Boards & Commissions
This is a regular meeting of the Commission for Senior Citizens with no specific action items listed. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and reports from the chairperson and staff liaison. No new business, ordinances, or financial decisions are on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from October 8, 2024
- Chairperson's report and staff liaison's report
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Sustainability Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider recommendations for spending Green Aggregation Funds on Village Hall parking lot reclamation and potential mulch production. They will also review a recycling and composting plan for NOW Arena and receive an update on the Groot contract. New business includes discussion of a CleanHarbors household hazardous waste opt-in residential pickup program.
- Green Aggregation Funds recommendations for Village Hall parking lot/nature reclamation and Public Works mulch production
- NOW Arena Recycling and Composting Plan review
- Groot Contract Update
- CleanHarbors Household Hazardous Waste Opt-in Residential Pick-up Program discussion
- Sister Cities Presentation for April 2025
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Cultural Awareness Commission will review minutes from the last three meetings and plan for the Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast and Black History Month. The group will also discuss the Hispanic Heritage Fiesta and set a date for the 2025 Unity Day event.
- Approval of minutes from August 6, September 3, and October 1, 2024
- Planning for Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast (entertainment and speaker approval)
- Planning for Black History Month (newsletter and entertainment approval)
- Review of Hispanic Heritage Fiesta recap and next year planning
- Discussion to set date for 2025 Unity Day event
Planning, Building & Zoning Committee
The Planning, Building & Zoning Committee will vote on extending site‑plan approval for Belle Tire at 1165 W. Higgins Road, award a three‑year elevator inspection contract to Thompson Elevator Inspection Service, amend the hotel licensing ordinance, and approve a contract up to $3,899,000 for the Village Green Concessions & Restrooms project with authority for up to $30,000 in change orders. The meeting also includes monthly reports from the Planning, Code Enforcement, and Economic Development divisions.
- One‑year extension of preliminary and final site plan approval for Belle Tire, 1165 W. Higgins Road
- Award contract to Thompson Elevator Inspection Service, Inc. for elevator inspection and plan review services, three‑year term ending Dec 1 2027
- Ordinance amendment to Section 8-8-7, Hotels, of Chapter 8, Licenses, Municipal Code
- Award contract to Construction Inc. for Village Green Concessions & Restrooms Project, not to exceed $3,899,000
- Grant Village Manager authority to approve change orders up to $30,000 for the same project
General Administration & Personnel Committee
The General Administration & Personnel Committee will consider an ordinance amending the Village's Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with Bencor/MidAmerica. They will also receive monthly reports from Cable TV, Human Resources, and Legislative Operations & Outreach.
- Approval of an ordinance amending the Village of Hoffman Estates Health Reimbursement Arrangement with Bencor/MidAmerica
- Cable TV Monthly Report
- Human Resources Management Monthly Report
- Legislative Operations & Outreach Monthly Report
Transportation & Road Improvement Commitee
The Transportation & Road Improvement Committee will discuss the Hassell Road STP Resurfacing Project. The body is considering an engineering agreement and a joint funding ordinance with IDOT.
- Construction engineering services agreement with Civiltech Engineering, Inc for Hassell Road STP Resurfacing Project not to exceed $136,582
- Ordinance for a Joint Funding Agreement with IDOT and local funding appropriation for the Hassell Road STP Resurfacing Project
Finance Committee
The Hoffman Estates Finance Committee will consider authorizing a contract for a website redesign for NOWArena.com. The agreement is with Carbonhouse, LLC, and the cost is capped at $35,000.
- Authorization to enter into agreement with Carbonhouse, LLC for website redesign
- Contract amount not to exceed $35,000
- Project for NOWArena.com website redesign
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review and discuss the proposed FY2025 Operating & Capital Budget and consider approving the FY2025-FY2029 Capital Improvements Program. The committee will also direct staff to publish the notice of a public hearing on the budget (scheduled for December 2, 2024) and to draft the Tax Levy and Tax Abatement Ordinances for the December 2 Village Board agenda.
- Review and discussion of proposed FY2025 Operating & Capital Budget
- Request approval of FY2025-FY2029 Capital Improvements Program as recommended by Capital Improvements Board
- Direction to publish Notice of Availability of Budget and schedule public hearing for December 2, 2024
- Direction to draft Tax Levy and Tax Abatement Ordinances for December 2 Village Board agenda
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Hoffman Estates Utility Commission will hold a regular meeting on November 6, 2024. Items include approval of September minutes, a staff report, results from the Public Works Fair with award amounts, and discussion of the 2025 budget. The commission will also consider changing the January meeting date.
- Announce winners and award amounts from the Public Works Fair
- Discussion of the 2025 Utility Commission budget
- Consideration of January 2025 meeting date
- Approval of minutes from September 4, 2024
- Staff liaison's report on municipal utility operations
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Advisory Boards & Commissions meeting will consider a motion to release a license to Richest Thai LLC, doing business as Taste of Thai. The Village Board will ask the petitioner questions, followed by a public comment period, before voting on the motion.
- Call to order
- Questions of the petitioner by the Village Board
- Questions of the public
- Motion to release license to the petitioner (Richest Thai LLC dba Taste of Thai)
- Adjournment
Village Board of Trustees
The Hoffman Estates Village Board will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple procurement authorizations, most notably a contract with Hoerr Construction for up to $1,298,006 to rehabilitate the 2024 storm sewer system. The board will also vote on an ordinance to increase class “A” liquor licenses for Richest Thai LLC at 1029‑31 West Golf Road. Additional routine items such as laptop purchases, snow plow acquisitions, and other change orders are bundled in the consent agenda.
- Approve $1,298,006 contract with Hoerr Construction for 2024 Storm Sewer Rehabilitation Project
- Approve $175,850 contract with Insituform Technologies for Barrington Square Town Center sanitary sewer rehab
- Authorize purchase of two snow plows for up to $64,000 from Lindco Equipment Sales
- Authorize purchase of nine Panasonic laptops for up to $42,714 from CDS Office Technologies
- Ordinance to increase class “A” liquor licenses for Richest Thai LLC at 1029‑31 West Golf Road
Finance Committee
The Hoffman Estates Finance Committee will approve draft minutes from three prior meetings and consider two new business items. Both items request waivers of formal bidding to purchase nine Panasonic laptops (up to $42,714) and Laserfiche cloud licensing (up to $41,950). The meeting also includes monthly reports from the Finance, Information Technology, and NOW Arena departments.
- Waive formal bidding to purchase nine Panasonic laptops, not to exceed $42,714
- Waive formal bidding to purchase Laserfiche cloud licensing, not to exceed $41,950
- Approve Finance Committee draft minutes for 09-23-24, 10-07-24, and 10-14-24
- Finance Department monthly report
- Information Technology Department monthly report
Public Works & Utilities Committee
The Public Works & Utilities Committee will consider several contract approvals and equipment purchases. Items include an emergency boiler replacement at Fire Station 24, engineering services for a lift station, concrete restoration, sanitary and storm sewer rehabilitation projects, and vehicle acquisitions. The committee will also discuss waiving formal bidding for certain purchases. Decisions will be made on the listed authorizations and contracts.
- Approve $1,298,006 contract to Hoerr Construction for the 2024 Storm Sewer Rehabilitation Project
- Approve $175,850 contract to Insituform Technologies USA, LLC for the Barrington Square Town Center Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
- Approve $152,250 purchase of a heavy‑duty dump truck chassis from JX Truck Center (Sourcewell)
- Ratify emergency expenditure up to $33,700 for replacement of two boilers at Fire Station 24 (Moltree Mechanical)
- Approve $64,000 purchase of two snow plows from Lindco Equipment Sales (Sourcewell)
Public Health & Safety Committee
The Public Health & Safety Committee will meet to approve an ordinance authorizing the Village to join the Illinois Emergency Management Mutual Aid System Response. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, monthly department reports, and a public comment period.
- Approval of ordinance for Illinois Emergency Management Mutual Aid System participation
- Approval of Public Health & Safety Committee Draft Minutes from 09-23-24
- Police Department Monthly Report
- Health & Human Services Department Monthly Report
- Emergency Management Division Monthly Report
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss one primary item. The board is considering an ordinance to amend the rules of order for governing body meetings within the municipal code.
- Ordinance amending Article 2, Governing Body - Meetings, Rules of Order, of Chapter 2 of the Hoffman Estates Municipal Code
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Veterans Memorial Commission will review upcoming community events, including the Septemberfest Parade and a 9/11 Remembrance program. New business will focus on planning for Veterans Day activities. The meeting also includes routine reports, public comment, and approval of prior minutes.
- Approval of minutes from July 28, 2024
- Septemberfest Parade (old business)
- 9/11 Remembrance – Cheryl Novas (old business)
- Veterans Day planning (new business)
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Fire & Police Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for a Captain and seven Lieutenant positions. The session includes approval of prior minutes and a public comment period before an executive session.
- Oral interviews for 1 Captain and 7 Lieutenant positions
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- Executive session following new business
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Sister Cities Commission will hold its regular meeting, approve the September 18, 2024 minutes, and hear public comment. The chairperson, staff liaison, and committee will present reports on various signature exchanges and special projects. The commission will discuss new business and other items before adjourning.
- Signature Exchanges – Culinary/Bon Appetit participants
- Signature Exchanges – Runners participants
- Sports exchange participants
- Comic exchange participants
- French Evening participants
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Hoffman Estates Fire & Police Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for three Captain and four Lieutenant positions. The session will include approval of minutes, public comment, and an executive session.
- Promotional oral interviews for 3 Captain and 4 Lieutenant positions
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- Executive session
- Meeting at 411 W. Higgins Road
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Commission for People with Disabilities will hold a regular meeting to review reports and conduct old and new business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $7,746,583.33 bill schedule and multiple contracts for engineering services, a website redesign, and a public utility easement. It will also consider a Planning and Zoning Commission ordinance for a master sign plan at 2200 W. Higgins Road. An additional ordinance will amend the number of alcoholic liquor licenses for two local businesses. The meeting includes standard reports, public comment, and other routine business.
- Approve bill schedule totaling $7,746,583.33
- Approve Phase II Engineering Services with Strand Associates, up to $200,273 for Hassell Road Bicycle and Pedestrian project
- Approve Phase II Engineering Services with Chastain & Associates, up to $82,113 for Jones Road STP Resurfacing project
- Approve sales agreement with Revize, up to $59,400 for website redesign and hosting over four years
- Approve ordinance amending liquor license counts for World’s Fair coffee shop and Apple Villa Pancake House
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Youth Commission will review updates on several planned events, including the HHS Giving Tree, Haunted Hoffman, Trunk‑Or‑Treat, Winterfest, and a Community Safety & Awareness event. The board will also discuss planning for new events. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.
- HHS Giving Tree Setup
- Haunted Hoffman
- Trunk‑Or‑Treat
- Winterfest
- Community Safety & Awareness Event
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a Master Sign Plan for the Hoffman Estates Community Bank. The body will also review minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting.
- Public hearing for Master Sign Plan at 2200 W. Higgins Road (Hoffman Estates Community Bank)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Hoffman Estates Police Pension Board will meet on October 15, 2024 to approve bills and discuss several items. New business includes a membership application for Zachary Woodbury, a review of fiduciary insurance, renewal of the IPPFA membership, and a BMO collateralization agreement. The board will also receive a treasurer's report, an investment report, and legal updates before adjourning.
- Approval of bills
- New membership application – Zachary Woodbury (08-19-24)
- Review fiduciary insurance
- Renew membership IPPFA
- BMO collateralization agreement
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Platzkonzert Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss a recap of the 2024 event. The meeting includes a period for public comment.
- 2024 Event Recap
Planning, Building & Zoning Committee
The Planning, Building & Zoning Committee will consider a new ordinance that accepts a public utility easement located at 1305 N. Barrington Road. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and monthly reports from the Planning, Code Enforcement, and Economic Development divisions. No other substantive actions are listed.
- Approval of an Ordinance accepting a public utility easement at 1305 N. Barrington Road
- Approval of minutes from the 09-09-2024 Planning, Building & Zoning Committee meeting
- Public comment period
- Planning Division monthly report
- Code Enforcement Division monthly report
General Administration & Personnel Committee
The General Administration & Personnel Committee will hold its regular meeting, approve minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting, and hear public comment. The primary new business item is the approval of a sales agreement with Revize for redesign and hosting services for the Village website, limited to $59,400 over four years. The committee will also receive monthly reports from Cable TV, Human Resources Management, and Legislative Operations & Outreach, followed by the President's report and other agenda items before adjourning.
- Approval of sales agreement with Revize for website redesign and hosting, up to $59,400 over four years
- Cable TV Monthly Report
- Human Resources Management Monthly Report
- Legislative Operations & Outreach Monthly Report
Transportation & Road Improvement Commitee
The Transportation & Road Improvement Committee will review engineering service agreements for bicycle, pedestrian, and resurfacing projects. The body will also consider an intergovernmental agreement for the Central Road Reconstruction Project.
- Phase II Engineering Services Agreement with Strand Associates, Inc. for Hassell Road Bicycle and Pedestrian project (not to exceed $200,273)
- Phase II Engineering Services Agreement with Chastain & Associates, LLC for Jones Road STP Resurfacing project (not to exceed $82,113)
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways for Central Road Reconstruction Project
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will hold a special meeting to receive presentations from Baxter & Woodman. The discussions will focus on 5-year rate studies for water, sewer, and stormwater services.
- Presentation of 5-year Water & Sewer Rate Study by Baxter & Woodman
- Presentation of 5-year Stormwater Rate Study by Baxter & Woodman
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Fourth of July Commission is meeting to conduct regular business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Hoffman Estates Arts Commission meeting on October 9, 2024 will discuss old business and select a new concert for the SSOTG program. The meeting includes standard items such as call to order, public comment, and adjournment. No other decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.
- SSOTG concert selection (new business)
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Commission for Senior Citizens will meet on October 8, 2024 at the Village Hall in the Regan Conference Room. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, approval of September 10 minutes, public comment, reports from the chairperson and staff liaison, old and new business, and commissioner comments. No specific proposals or decisions are listed in the agenda.
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Capital Improvements Board will meet to discuss the Capital Improvements Program for fiscal years 2025 through 2029. The meeting includes a public comment period and the approval of minutes from October 11, 2023.
- Discussion of Capital Improvements Program for FY2025-FY2029
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Fire & Police Commission will review the status of new firefighter hires and the progress of promotions for Fire Captain and Fire Lieutenant. The body will also discuss the groundbreaking of Fire Station #21 and the deployment of the MABAS Water Rescue Team.
- Hiring of 3 new firefighters for the NIPSTA Basic Fire Academy
- Promotion processes underway for Fire Captain and Fire Lieutenant
- Groundbreaking pending for new Fire Station #21 in Chino Park
- MABAS Water Rescue Team deployed to assist in North Carolina
- Special meeting scheduled for October 22, 2024
Village Board of Trustees
The Hoffman Estates Village Board will consider a consent agenda with routine approvals, including a contract for the NOW Arena boiler replacement and cybersecurity assessments. The board will also vote on a development agreement for the Plum Farms property.
- NOW Arena boiler replacement contract with F.E. Moran, Inc. (max $133,000)
- Cybersecurity assessment contract with Sentinel Technologies Inc. (max $197,002.50)
- Purchase of 23 DSR Stalker Radar Systems (max $35,075)
- Approval of the Plum Farms 16-acre development agreement
- Approval of a variation for a deck at 1720 Highland Boulevard
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Finance Committee will meet to discuss new business regarding a communication antenna license. The meeting includes a period for public comment.
- Approval of a communication antenna license renewal agreement for the Olmstead Water Tower
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Celtic Fest Commission is holding a regular meeting. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Sustainability Commission is meeting to review preparations for an open house and educational materials. The body will also receive updates on a website vendor selection and the Groot contract.
- Website vendor selection update
- Open house preparations
- Educational opportunities and materials
- Groot contract update
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Cultural Awareness Commission will consider final plans for the Hispanic Heritage Fiesta and approve a citizen article for Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month. It will also set a date for the Unity Day Festival of Culture. The meeting includes routine reports and public comment.
- Finalize Hispanic Heritage Fiesta details (old business)
- Approve citizen article for Martin Luther King Jr. & Black History Month (old business)
- Set date for Unity Day Festival of Culture (new business)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider approving a professional services agreement with Sentinel Technologies Inc. for a cybersecurity assessment up to $197,002.50. It will also authorize a contract with F.E. Moran, Inc. to replace the NOW Arena boiler and storage tanks for up to $133,000. Additionally, the committee will waive formal bidding to purchase servers from Dell EMS in two separate amounts not to exceed $35,291.46 and $69,328.35. The meeting includes routine reports and other agenda items.
- Approve professional services agreement with Sentinel Technologies Inc. for cybersecurity assessment, up to $197,002.50
- Authorize contract with F.E. Moran, Inc. for NOW Arena boiler and storage tank replacement, up to $133,000
- Waive formal bidding and purchase two host servers from Dell EMS, up to $35,291.46
- Waive formal bidding and purchase additional servers from Dell EMS, up to $69,328.35
Public Works & Utilities Committee
The Public Works & Utilities Committee will convene to approve minutes from previous meetings and review monthly reports from the Public Works and Engineering divisions. The meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Council Chambers.
- Approval of Public Works & Utilities Committee minutes from August 19, 2024
- Approval of Public Works & Utilities Committee minutes from September 9, 2024
- Public Works Department Monthly Report
- Engineering Division Monthly Report
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Youth Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 19, 2024 at Village Hall. The board will approve the August 15 minutes, hear public comments, receive a staff liaison report, and discuss event updates and future event planning. No other decisions are listed.
- Approval of August 15, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- Staff liaison report
- Old business: event updates
- New business: event planning
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a zoning variation. The body will discuss whether to permit a reduced side yard setback for a deck at a specific residential property.
- Public hearing for a variation at 1720 Highland Boulevard to allow a 5-foot side yard setback instead of 10 feet
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Sister Cities Commission is meeting to receive reports on various exchange committees and special projects. The body will discuss signature exchanges and preparations for French Evening.
- Culinary/Bon Appetit signature exchange report
- Runners signature exchange report
- Sports and Comic exchange reports
- Special Projects report
- French Evening planning report
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Village of Hoffman Estates Commission for People with Disabilities will meet on September 16, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the Village Hall. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, public comment, reports, old and new business, and commissioner comments. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from August 19, 2024
- Public comment period
- Chairperson’s report
- Staff liaison’s report
- Discussion of old and new business items
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will consider several ordinances and contracts, including a small business grant program and storm sewer projects. The board is also reviewing the guaranteed maximum price proposal for the construction of Fire Station #21.
- Approval of bills totaling $5,055,262.20
- Ordinance creating the Stonington & Pembroke TIF District Small Business Improvement Grant Program
- Construction Manager's recommendation for Fire Station #21 construction
- Engineering agreement with Hey & Associates for Grand Canyon Parkway and Illinois Boulevard Storm Sewer Projects not to exceed $92,170
- Parking ordinance amendment for 1957 Chelmsford Place
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Fourth of July Commission is meeting to discuss new activities and the budget for 2025. The session includes a call for public comment and a review of previous minutes.
- Discussion of new activities for 2025
- Review of 2025 Budget
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Commission for Senior Citizens will hold a regular meeting to review reports and conduct old and new business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for boards and commissions. The meeting also includes time for public comment.
- Boards and Commissions Interview
General Administration & Personnel Committee
The committee will meet to review monthly reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and recurring reports.
- Cable TV Monthly Report
- Human Resources Management Monthly Report
- Legislative Operations & Outreach Monthly Report
Transportation & Road Improvement Commitee
The Transportation & Road Improvement Committee will meet to discuss a parking ordinance amendment and a transportation plan update. The body will also review the Transportation Division Monthly Report.
- Ordinance amending Municipal Code Section 6-2-1-HE-11-1302-A regarding no parking at 1957 Chelmsford Place
- Hoffman In Motion Transportation Plan Update
- Transportation Division Monthly Report
Public Works & Utilities Committee
The Public Works & Utilities Committee will consider a new business item to approve a design engineering services agreement. The agreement is with Hey & Associates of Chicago for the Grand Canyon Parkway and Illinois Boulevard storm sewer projects. The contract amount is limited to $92,170. No other items are on the agenda.
- Approve design engineering services agreement with Hey & Associates ($92,170) for Grand Canyon Parkway and Illinois Boulevard storm sewer projects
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Hoffman Estates Utility Commission will review several items, including a new banner, the venue for the Public Works Fair on November 2, and further discussion of a previously approved $750 budget. The board will also finalize the number of prizes and their amounts ($125, $100, $75, $50) and set the judging day for October 23 at noon. Additional agenda items cover the delivery status of royal blue MopToppers and the date for a Village thank‑you to commissions.
- View new banner
- Venue for Public Works Fair on Nov. 2
- Further discussion on the $750 approved budget
- Royal blue MopToppers delivery status
- Final discussion on prize amounts: $125, $100, $75, $50
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Economic Development Commission will review the Business Retention & Expansion Program and discuss market conditions. The group will also discuss a Roselle Road Business Blitz and a C-Suite Breakfast scheduled for October 9th.
- Review Business Retention & Expansion Program
- Discuss Roselle Road Business Blitz
- Discuss Market & Business Conditions
- C-Suite Breakfast: October 9th at Vistex
- Approval of June 11, 2024 minutes
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Platzkonzert Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 3, 2024 at the Village Hall. Commissioners will approve the August 19 minutes, hear public comment, and receive committee reports on tent layout, entertainment, food and beverage, Kinderplatz, vendors, and sponsors. No specific decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Committee report – Tent/Layout
- Committee report – Entertainment
- Committee report – Food/Beverage
- Committee report – Kinderplatz
- Committee report – Vendors and Sponsors
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Hoffman Estates Sustainability Commission will meet to review past recycling events, discuss a 'Bring Your Own Container' initiative, and plan activities for 2025. The agenda includes updates on the 2025 budget and upcoming open houses at local fire stations.
- Review of August Recycling Event and sustainability handout feedback
- Update on 'Bring Your Own Container' initiative
- Discussion of 2025 planning (education, events, commissioner interests)
- 2025 Budget Update
- Upcoming open houses at Fire Station 23 and Fire Station 24
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss approving a Second Amendment to a license agreement with ATC Indoor DAS LLC for a neutral host cellular antenna system at the NOW Arena. The Committee will also consider waiving formal bidding to award a two‑year service contract to Flock Group, Inc., limited to $82,350.
- Approve Second Amendment to License Agreement with ATC Indoor DAS LLC for neutral host cellular antenna at NOW Arena
- Waive bidding and award two‑year service agreement to Flock Group, Inc. for up to $82,350
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Cultural Awareness Commission will meet to approve minutes from August 6, 2024, and finalize plans for the Hispanic Heritage Celebration. The body will also discuss creating a citizen article for the MLK Jr. Breakfast and Black History Month.
- Approval of August 6, 2024 minutes
- Finalize Hispanic Heritage Celebration
- Create Citizen article for MLK Jr. Breakfast
Advisory Boards & Commissions
The Fire & Police Commission will conduct oral interviews for three fire/paramedic entry‑level candidates. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, public comment, and an executive session. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- Oral interviews for three fire/paramedic entry‑level candidates
- Call to order and roll call
- Approval of minutes
- Public comment period
- Executive session