Lombard public meetings in 2025
169 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Zoning Board of Appeals
This meeting of the Lombard Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is January 28, 2026.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will hold a second reading on a major planned development for 2 Yorktown Center, converting the former Carson's Furniture site into attached single-family townhomes. Other agenda items include a right-turn-on-red restriction, a new liquor license for Bricks Wood Fired Pizza Cafe, and approval of contracts and change orders for infrastructure projects.
- Second reading of PC 25-14: Summit Townhome Development Phase 2 at 2 Yorktown Center, a 55+ townhouse project by D.R. Horton
- Ordinance to prohibit right turn on red at Westmore-Meyers Avenue and Madison Street when pedestrians present
- Ordinance to increase Class C liquor license by one for Bricks Wood Fired Pizza Cafe at 2770 S. Highland Avenue
- Resolution to approve a solar-powered video surveillance trailer from Flock Group, Inc. for police, $30,000 year one plus $20,000 each following year
- Approval of $1,824,672.84 in accounts payable for period ending Nov 28, 2025
Plan Commission
This meeting of the Lombard Plan Commission has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is on January 26, 2026.
- Meeting cancelled
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a hearing on charges filed by Fire Chief Sander for the discharge of Firefighter Luis Carbajal. After an executive session on employee discipline, the Board will reconvene to consider and issue a decision on the charges.
- Hearing on charges filed by Fire Chief Sander for the discharge of Lombard Firefighter Luis Carbajal
- Executive session to discuss employee discipline, performance, or dismissal
- Reconvene to consider and issue a decision on the charges against Firefighter Carbajal
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
The December 9, 2025 Public Works & Environmental Concerns meeting has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is January 13, 2026.
Economic & Community Development Committee
The Economic & Community Development Committee will meet on December 8, 2025, for an informational session only. No new business, unfinished business, or other business is on the agenda. The committee will receive presentations on the Yorktown Center, an updated community marketing brochure, and Lombard Restaurant Week. No decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Yorktown Center presentation (Info Only item 250419)
- Updated Community Marketing Brochure (Info Only item 250420)
- Lombard Restaurant Week discussed (Info Only item 250422)
- Meeting minutes from October 13, 2025, to be approved
The Economic & Community Development Committee approved the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the December 8 meeting was passed unanimously. The committee also received informational presentations on Yorktown Center, a new community marketing brochure, and the upcoming Lombard Restaurant Week, but no actions were taken on those items.
- Approved October 13, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:10 p.m. (unanimous)
Community Relations Committee
The Village of Lombard Community Relations Committee meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025 has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Monday, January 12, 2026.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for January 12, 2026
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve minutes from September 8, 2025. The body will also review the Great Western Trail Signage Project, including current sign text and suggestions.
- Great Western Trail Signage Project (240323) text and suggestions
Village Board of Trustees
The Lombard Village Board will vote on the FY 2026 budget totaling $123,379,037. It will also consider payroll and accounts payable approvals, several procurement contracts, and ordinance changes. Items include a street sweeper purchase, police vehicle acquisition, design services contracts, and a liquor‑license amendment. The board will also address a planned‑development amendment for the Yorktown Center site.
- Adopt FY 2026 Budget Ordinance for $123,379,037
- Approve purchase of Elgin Pelican Street Sweeper for $263,753.70 (waiver of bids)
- Approve purchase of four Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles for $196,044.00 (waiver of bids)
- Approve contract with Civiltech Engineering for Lombard Meadows Phase V design services up to $562,071.53
- Amend liquor license for Troika Brewing Company at 800 E. Roosevelt Rd
The Board approved a major amendment to the Yorktown Center planned development, changing its geographic extent and design guidelines. It also approved payroll and accounts‑payable payments, and authorized purchases of a street sweeper and four police utility vehicles through bid waivers. Additional actions included adopting a lift‑assist ordinance, updating the village building code to the 2024 International Codes, and contracting design engineering services for the Lombard Meadows Phase V reconstruction. All items were approved on the Consent Agenda or by ordinance readings as recorded.
- Approved Village payroll for period ending Nov 15 2025 ($1,018,317.67) (Consent Agenda)
- Approved accounts payable for period ending Nov 21 2025 ($3,972,612.49) (Consent Agenda)
- Waived first reading and approved purchase of Elgin Pelican Street Sweeper ($263,753.70) (Ordinance 8408)
- Waived first reading and approved purchase of four Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles ($196,044.00) (Ordinance 8409)
- Passed amendment to Yorktown Center planned development (first reading) (Ordinance F)
- Passed Congregate Care Lift Assist Ordinance (second reading) (Ordinance 8410)
- Approved updates to Building Code to 2024 International Codes (second reading) (Ordinance 8411)
- Adopted contract for Lombard Meadows Phase V design engineering services ($562,071.53) (Resolution R 65‑25)
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee will discuss a proposed amendment to prohibit turns on red at the Westmore Meyers & Madison intersection. The agenda also includes routine approval of prior minutes and informational reports from the Fire and Police Departments for October 2025.
- No Turn on Red Amendment at Westmore Meyers & Madison intersection (Item 6.0)
- Fire Department Reports/Information for October 2025 (Item 8.0)
- Police Department Reports/Information (Item 8.0)
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee will discuss and make a recommendation on the 2026 Risk Management & Insurance Renewal Program. The village's risk management consultant will present an update. The committee will also review the October 2025 financial report and approve minutes from September 22, 2025.
- Discussion and recommendation on the 2026 Insurance Program (Item 250399)
- October 2025 Financial Report review
- Approval of minutes from September 22, 2025
Zoning Board of Appeals
The scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for November 26, 2025 was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 28, 2026.
The November 26, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting was cancelled. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 28, 2026.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will consider and likely vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including the FY 2026 salary ordinance setting employee pay effective January 1, 2026. Other items include a proposed temporary moratorium on new pet shops selling dogs, an update to building codes from 2018 to 2024 International Codes, and a $50,000 settlement in a lawsuit. The board will also act on various change orders for infrastructure projects such as sewer separation and sidewalk improvements.
- FY 2026 Salary Ordinance setting rates of pay for all Village employees effective January 1, 2026
- Temporary 120-day moratorium on new pet shops with live dog sales to study land use impacts
- Building code update adopting 2024 International Building, Residential, Mechanical, Fuel, Property Maintenance, Swimming Pool, Fire, and Plumbing Codes
- Settlement of claims in Toni Rauscher v. Village of Lombard for $50,000
- Highland Avenue Sewer Separation final balancing change order with John Neri Construction for $82,210.30
The Lombard Village Board adopted the FY 2026 salary ordinance and several ordinances, including a temporary moratorium on new pet shops that sell live dogs and an amendment to the tree and shrub fee. It approved multiple change orders and contract adjustments for road, sewer, and sidewalk projects, and authorized purchases such as the Placer.ai analytics platform. The board also approved a $50,000 settlement in the Toni Rauscher case and a $11,250 tax levy for Special Service Area No. 3.
- Approved FY 2026 Salary Ordinance (no vote recorded)
- Approved Ordinance imposing 120‑day moratorium on new pet shops selling live dogs
- Approved amendment to Title IX, Chapter 99 increasing tree and shrub fees
- Approved FY 2025 Sidewalk and Curb Improvement Program change order decreasing contract by $12,999.64
- Approved purchase of Placer.ai location analytics subscription (waiver of bids)
- Approved settlement of Toni Rauscher claim for $50,000
- Approved Special Service Area No. 3 tax levy of $11,250 for 800 E. Roosevelt Rd.
- Approved change order with Vulcan Materials increasing contract by $30,000
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Lombard Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will vote on approving the Final Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List and consider extending conditional offers of employment to police officer candidates. An executive session is scheduled to discuss employee appointments and performance. This is a special meeting of the board.
- Approval of the Final Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List (Chief Sander)
- Consideration of conditional offers of employment to police officer candidates
- Executive session for employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal
- Payment of bills and approval of minutes
The Board approved payment of two invoices totaling $595 for police recruitment advertising and polygraph services. It approved the final firefighter eligibility list. The Board voted to send denial letters to police officer candidates Christopher Nelson and Christian Mireles. The meeting was then moved to executive session and subsequently adjourned.
- Approved payment of invoices for police recruitment advertising and polygraph services (motion carried)
- Approved the Final Firefighter Eligibility List (motion carried)
- Denied employment to police candidates Christopher Nelson and Christian Mireles (motion carried)
- Adjourned to executive session at 8:05 a.m. (motion carried)
- Adjourned the special meeting at 8:12 a.m. (motion carried)
Glenbard Wastewater Authority
The Glenbard Wastewater Authority will discuss the 2026 budget and review the 2024 financial reports. The agenda includes a motion to approve the proposed $15,940,255 budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Motion to approve the 2026 budget ($15,940,255)
- Review of 2024 financial reports
- Presentation on 2026 goals and projects
- Discussion on East Branch DuPage River Trail
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on D.R. Horton's request to redevelop the former Carson's Furniture site at 2 Yorktown Center with attached single-family townhomes. The proposal involves amending the Yorktown Shopping Center and Yorktown Commons Planned Developments, including a deviation from the village sign ordinance. Additionally, the commission will hold a workshop on development considerations for the former Northern Seminary site.
- Public hearing for PC 25-14: Summit Townhome Development Phase 2 at 2 Yorktown Center
- Amendments to Yorktown Shopping Center and Yorktown Commons Planned Developments to incorporate property
- Deviation from build-to line and sign ordinance height requirements
- Approval of final plat of subdivision for townhome project
- Workshop on development considerations for former Northern Seminary site
The Plan Commission voted 8‑0 to recommend that the Village Board approve petition PC 25‑14 for the 2 Yorktown Center site, moving it into the Yorktown Commons Planned Development and allowing the attached single‑family townhome project and final plat. The recommendation is subject to five conditions outlined in the staff report. The Commission also approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting.
- Recommended Village Board approve PC 25‑14 petition for 2 Yorktown Center with five conditions (8‑0)
- Approved Plan Commission minutes from October 20, 2025 (8‑0)
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
The Lombard Public Works Committee will consider amending Village Code regarding tree planting fees and approve several change orders for public works projects, including sewer rehabilitation and drainage basin construction.
- Ordinance to amend tree and shrub planting fees
- Vulcan Materials contract increase of $30,000
- Kim Construction manhole rehabilitation increase of $71,738.82
- 641 N. Main Street drainage project increase of $133,214.99
- Highland Avenue sewer separation increase of $82,210.30
Economic & Community Development Committee
This meeting was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled Economic & Community Development Committee meeting will be held on December 8, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.
The scheduled November 10, 2025 meeting of Lombard’s Economic & Community Development Committee was cancelled. No decisions were taken. The next regular meeting is set for December 8, 2025.
Community Relations Committee
The Community Relations Committee will review program usage and consider a proposed 2026 contract with the Association for Individual Development for crisis intervention and victim support services. The committee will also hear an informational presentation on a new interactive StoryMap highlighting development projects in Lombard. Routine items include approval of October 2025 minutes and public participation.
- Consideration of 2026 Victim Services Contract with Association for Individual Development (A.I.D.)
- Presentation of 'What's Happening At...' development StoryMap by Economic Development Director
- Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11 at Lombard Common Park
- Lombard Fire Department 24th Annual Toy Drive (Nov 28–Dec 12) and Toy Parade (Dec 13)
The committee approved the minutes of the October 13, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved recommending the renewal of the 2026 Victim Services contract with the Association for Individual Development (A.I.D.) to the Board of Trustees, again unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved October 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation to renew Victim Services contract with A.I.D. (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 annual budget of $123,794,629 and then consider adopting it as a separate action. Other business includes ordinances to reduce liquor licenses for two businesses, a two-lot subdivision at 1005 E. Maple Street and 205 S. Westmore-Meyers Road requiring lot width variations, a tax levy of $12,889,629 with estimated homeowner impacts, and an intergovernmental agreement to purchase a 2007 Pierce Dash fire engine from Glen Ellyn for $45,000. The consent agenda covers accounts payable totaling over $6.8 million, payroll, and several routine contracts including Microsoft Office 365 renewal for $236,051.
- Public hearing and proposed adoption of FY 2026 budget ($123,794,629)
- Tax levy of $12,889,629 for 2025; estimated increase of $23.73 for a $378,000 home
- Two-lot subdivision at 1005 E. Maple St & 205 S. Westmore-Meyers Rd with lot width variations
- Ordinance reducing Class C liquor license by one for Bricks Wood Fired Pizza Cafe (2770 S. Highland Ave)
- Intergovernmental agreement with Glen Ellyn to purchase a 2007 Pierce Dash pumper for $45,000
The Board approved the FY 2026 annual budget of $123,794,629 on first reading, scheduling a second reading for December 4, 2025. The Board also approved an amended FY 2025 tax levy of $12,889,629 on first reading, with a second reading set for December 4, 2025. Two liquor‑license ordinances were waived of first reading and passed on second reading, reducing one Class “C” license for Bricks Wood Fired Pizza Café and one Class “FF” license for Wines Til Sold Out. Additional items approved on the consent agenda included payroll accounts payable, a commuter parking lot contract, an intergovernmental agreement with Glen Ellyn for a Pierce Dash pumper, and contracts with Matrix Imaging and CDW for services.
- Approved FY 2026 budget ordinance $123,794,629 – vote 5-1 (Bob Bachner nay)
- Approved FY 2025 tax levy amendment $12,889,629 – vote 5-1 (Bob Bachner nay)
- Passed ordinance reducing Class “C” liquor license for Bricks Wood Fired Pizza Café (waived first reading, passed second reading)
- Passed ordinance reducing Class “FF” liquor license for Wines Til Sold Out (waived first reading, passed second reading)
- Adopted commuter parking lot program contract with Chicagoland Paving Contractors, Inc. for $36,585 (Consent Agenda)
- Adopted intergovernmental agreement with Village of Glen Ellyn for 2007 Pierce Dash pumper, purchase $45,000 (Consent Agenda)
- Approved three‑year contract with Matrix Imaging for water and sewer bill printing (Consent Agenda)
- Approved three‑year Microsoft Office 365 renewal with CDW for $236,051 (Consent Agenda)
Foreign Fire Tax Board
The Lombard Foreign Fire Tax Board will meet to consider several costume purchases, including a new Santa suit and elf costumes for the annual Toy Parade, as well as a Sparky costume. The board will also discuss purchasing backpacks and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Purchase of one new Santa suit and two new elf costumes for the Toy Parade (FFPM Blockinger)
- Purchase of new Sparky costume (FFPM Blockinger)
- Purchase of backpacks (FFPM Kemnetz/FFPM Campbell)
- Approval of September 10, 2025 meeting minutes
Board of Building Appeals
The Board of Building Appeals will discuss and consider text amendments to Title 15 of the Village Ordinances to adopt the 2024 International Codes (building, residential, mechanical, fuel gas, fire, property maintenance) in place of the 2018 versions. Staff will explain changes and propose ordinance edits for clarity. The agenda also includes informational updates on permits, technology, state fire alarm requirements, and various construction-related ordinances.
- Text Amendments to update building codes from 2018 to 2024 International Codes
- Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes
- Welcome of new board member Mike McKay
- Informational update on state fire alarm requirements for existing apartment/condominium buildings
- Informational update on technology enhancements including online permits and livestream inspections
The Board of Building Appeals adopted a text amendment to Title 15, Chapter 150, updating the Village's building code from the 2018 to the 2024 International Codes, including Building, Residential, Fire, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, and Property Maintenance codes. The amendment was approved by a unanimous 5‑yes vote. The Board also approved the prior meeting minutes and adjourned the session unanimously.
- Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved text amendment updating building code to 2024 International Codes (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee will discuss and potentially advance an ordinance amending the Lombard Traffic Code to address parental responsibility when minors operate low-speed electric scooters. The committee will also receive monthly activity reports from the Fire and Police Departments, including information on lift assist legislation.
- Ordinance amending Lombard Traffic Code regarding parental responsibility for minors operating low-speed electric scooters
- Fire Department reports for September 2025
- Police Department reports and information, including reference to lift assist legislation
The committee approved the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting. It voted unanimously to recommend that the Village Board adopt an ordinance making parents or guardians liable for minors who misuse low‑speed electric scooters, with a $100 ticket fee. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 6:28 p.m.
- Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended scooter parental‑responsibility ordinance with $100 ticket (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:28 p.m. (unanimous)
Community Promotion & Tourism
The Community Promotion and Tourism Committee will consider a recommendation from the Economic and Community Development Committee to purchase a subscription for Placer.ai, a location analytics platform that provides foot traffic data. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting.
- Recommendation to purchase Placer.ai location analytics subscription for foot traffic data
- Approval of minutes from October 7, 2025 meeting
The Community Promotion & Tourism Committee approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. It then voted to approve the request to purchase a subscription to the Placer.ai location‑analytics platform, citing benefits for tourism and economic development. The meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m.
- Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of Placer.ai location‑analytics subscription (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:54 p.m. (unanimous)
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will consider approving the Firefighter/Paramedic Initial Eligibility List and discuss switching testing companies for police officer candidate and promotional exams. The board may also authorize continuing background investigations for police officer candidates. Other items include approval of minutes, bills, and routine reports.
- Approve Firefighter/Paramedic Initial Eligibility List
- Discuss and possibly approve changing police testing companies
- Approve continuing background investigations for police officer candidates
- Approval of minutes and payment of bills
The commissioners approved payment of two invoices for police candidate testing. They adopted the Initial Firefighter Eligibility List and selected IOS Solutions for officer testing and Testing for Public Safety for promotional testing. The board also authorized denial letters to four police candidates and adjourned to an executive session before ending the meeting.
- Approved payment of invoices $929.50 and $424.92
- Approved Initial Firefighter Eligibility List
- Approved use of IOS Solutions for police officer candidate testing
- Approved use of Testing for Public Safety (IPSP) for police promotional testing
- Authorized denial letters to police candidates Jennifer Heiress, Kelvin Mendez, Jacob Michaliska, Javier Delgado
- Moved to executive session at 8:15 a.m.
- Adjourned regular meeting at 8:30 a.m.
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission holds a special meeting to discuss amendments to its enabling ordinance and bylaws, review progress on historic survey updates, and consider a new Heritage Amplified Grant. Other items include updates on the Great Western Trail signage project, the America 250 celebration, and the 2026 financial report. The meeting also features public comment, approval of July minutes, and reports from the chair, ex-officio, and planner.
- Further discussion of amendments to the HPC enabling ordinance to include by-laws items (case 250037)
- Progress updates on the Historic Survey (case 250253) with map and checklist
- Review of the Heritage Amplified Grant (case 250366)
- Recap of Great Western Trail signage project discussion from September 8, 2025
- Discussion of America 250 Celebration (case 250364)
The commission approved the minutes from the July 29, 2025 meeting with two textual changes. It voted to have staff circulate a revised historic preservation ordinance for the next regular meeting on January 20, 2026. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Approved July 29, 2025 minutes with two changes (6-0)
- Directed staff to distribute revised ordinance for Jan 20, 2026 meeting (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The October 22, 2025 meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is on November 26, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The October 21, 2025 meeting of the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is set for October 28, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for October 28, 2025
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for October 21, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The next meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2025.
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a two‑lot subdivision proposal for the properties at 1005 E. Maple Street and 205 S. Westmore‑Meyers Road. The petition requests approval of a final plat with two variances allowing two‑family dwellings on lots narrower than the district’s 60‑foot minimum (54 ft and 54.72 ft). The commission will also consider approving the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes and set the date for the January 2026 commission meeting and a training date.
- Public hearing on subdivision at 1005 E. Maple St & 205 S. Westmore-Meyers Rd requesting variances for two‑family dwellings
- Approval of August 18, 2025 meeting minutes
- Swearing‑in of new commissioners Farrah Ali, Bill Ware, and Michelle Johnson
- Scheduling of Plan Commission January 2026 meeting date
- Scheduling of Plan Commissioner training date (TBD)
The commission voted 9‑0 to recommend that the Village Board approve the petition for a two‑lot subdivision at 1005 E. Maple Street and 205 S. Westmore‑Meyers Road, which includes lot‑width variances. The commission also approved the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes by a 9‑0 vote, cancelled the regular January 19, 2026 meeting and set a special meeting for January 26, 2026, and adjourned at 7:25 p.m.
- Recommend Village Board approve PC 25-13 subdivision petition (9-0)
- Approve August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
- Cancel Jan 19, 2026 regular meeting; schedule special meeting Jan 26, 2026
- Adjourn meeting (unanimous)
Village Board of Trustees
The Lombard Village Board will consider several consent‑agenda items, including payroll and accounts payable approvals. It will vote on multiple ordinances, such as permitting overnight parking at the East St. Charles Commuter Lot and allowing beer sales for a temporary event at 23 W. Maple Street. The board will also review contract changes, including a $109,829.19 increase for sidewalk and curb work and a road‑salt purchase contract. An intergovernmental agreement for expanding Glenbard East High School parking will be discussed.
- Approve $318,555 road‑salt contract with Compass Minerals (waiver of bids)
- Increase Globe Construction contract by $109,829.19 for sidewalk and curb improvements
- Ordinance to permit overnight parking in the East St. Charles Commuter Lot
- Ordinance allowing beer sales at 23 W. Maple Street for the Witches Night Out event
- Ordinance reducing billiard/pool hall licenses by one due to Whirly West Inc. at 800 E. Roosevelt Road
The Board adopted an intergovernmental agreement with Glenbard High School District 87 to fund two additional parking lots. It also approved several ordinances, including overnight parking at the East St. Charles commuter lot and a beer‑sale permit for a Witches Night Out event. Additional approvals covered contract changes, road‑salt and asphalt purchases, and an expansion of the downtown grant program boundary.
- Approved Ordinance 8396 permitting overnight parking in the East St. Charles Commuter Lot (waived first reading, passed second reading)
- Approved Ordinance 8397 allowing beer sales at the Witches Night Out event at 23 W. Maple Street
- Approved Ordinance 8398 reducing billiard/pool hall licenses by one (Whirly West Inc.)
- Adopted Resolution R 55-25 intergovernmental agreement with Glenbard High School District 87 for two new parking lots
- Adopted Resolution R 54-25 contract change with Globe Construction, Inc. increasing amount by $109,829.19
- Approved road‑salt purchase contract with Compass Minerals America, Inc. for $318,555.00
- Approved bid for bituminous asphalt from DuPage Materials Company up to $75,000.00
- Approved downtown grant program boundary expansion to include properties south along Main Street
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
The Public Works & Environmental Concerns Committee will review two change orders for ongoing construction contracts. The first increases the Sidewalk and Curb Improvement Program contract with Globe Construction by $109,829.19 due to additional materials and work. The second adds $36,585.00 to the Commuter Parking Lots Program contract with Chicagoland Paving Contractors for a new parking lot at 355 E. Parkside Avenue (Sheldon Peck Homestead).
- 250338: Change Order No. 1 increasing Globe Construction contract by $109,829.19 for sidewalk and curb work (all districts)
- 250356: Change Order increasing Chicagoland Paving Contractors contract by $36,585.00 for new parking lot at 355 E. Parkside Avenue (all districts)
Community Relations Committee
The Community Relations Committee will review the post‑event report of the recent Senior Fair. It will discuss potential changes to how Village Board and Plan Commission meetings are recorded and broadcast. Staff will present an overview of new website accessibility laws and recommended compliance steps. An informational update on planning for the Veterans Day ceremony will also be provided.
- Senior Fair – post‑event update and review
- Discussion of recording and broadcasting options for Village meetings
- Overview of website accessibility requirements and compliance steps
- Information update on the Veterans Day ceremony planning
The committee approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions were formally adopted; the board discussed senior fair outcomes, recording options, website accessibility, and community program ideas. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Economic & Community Development Committee
The Lombard Economic & Community Development Committee meets on October 13, 2025, to discuss a software subscription for location analytics and consider expanding the Downtown Grant Program boundary south along Main Street. The committee will also review existing incentive programs and historical usage data.
- Consideration of a subscription for Placier.ai location analytics software to inform business retention and development decisions
- Proposed boundary expansion of the Downtown Grant Program to include properties south along Main Street
- Review of existing incentive programs, policies, and historical usage data
- Approval of July 14, 2025, meeting minutes (procedural)
The Economic & Community Development Committee unanimously approved a year‑long subscription to the Placer.ai location‑analytics platform. The committee also unanimously approved expanding the Downtown Grant Program boundary to include properties south along Main Street. Both motions passed with 7 ayes and 2 members absent. The Placer.ai subscription will be presented to the Community Promotion and Tourism Committee for further approval.
- Approved year‑long Placer.ai subscription (7‑0)
- Approved Downtown Grant Program boundary expansion along Main St (7‑0)
- Approved minutes from the 7‑14‑25 meeting (7‑0)
Special Meeting Board of Trustees
The Lombard Board of Trustees holds a special meeting to receive overviews of the proposed General Fund revenue and expenditure assumptions, the 10-year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2026–2035) with major projects for 2026, and the Water & Sewer Operations & Maintenance Fund. Department heads from Police, Fire, Public Works, Finance, Community Development, and Legislative/Executive will present. No votes are scheduled; the session is informational.
- General Fund Revenue & Expenditure Overview (agenda item 250334)
- Department head presentations: Police, Fire, Public Works, Finance, Community Development, Legislative & Executive
- FY 2026–2035 Capital Improvement Program overview and major 2026 projects (item 250336)
- Water & Sewer Operations & Maintenance Fund revenue and expenditure assumptions (item 250337)
- Special meeting held at 3:00 PM on October 9, 2025, in the Lorraine G. Gerhardt Community Room
The Board of Trustees met on Oct. 9, 2025, heard budget and department overviews, and then voted to adjourn the special meeting. A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee Jessica Hammersmith, seconded by Trustee Bob Bachner, and carried unanimously with five ayes and no nays. Trustee Brian LaVaque was absent.
- Adjourned special meeting at 6:38 p.m. (5‑0)
Community Promotion & Tourism
The Community Promotion & Tourism Committee will review the proposed 2026 Hotel/Motel Tax Budget and the 2026 Local Tourism Grant Program. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a presentation from the DuPage Convention and Visitors Bureau. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and review only.
- Review of the 2026 Hotel/Motel Tax Budget
- Review of the 2026 Local Tourism Grant Program
- Approval of minutes from February 2, 2025
- Presentation by Beth Marchetti of the DuPage Convention and Visitors Bureau
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting. It also approved the 2026 Hotel/Motel Tax Budget and the 2026 Local Tourism Grant Program, each with unanimous support. The meeting was adjourned at 8:26 p.m. after a motion that passed with all votes except for Marshon Balthazar, who left early.
- Approved February 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Hotel/Motel Tax Budget (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Local Tourism Grant Program (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:26 p.m. (approved by all except Marshon Balthazar who left early)
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will review several contract renewals and payment approvals. The meeting includes a request to waive bids for traffic signal maintenance and pension fund accounting services.
- Contract award to H&H Electric Company for traffic signal equipment maintenance totaling $443,171.71 over two years
- Three-year engagement letter with Lauterbach & Amen, LLP for pension fund accounting services totaling $125,352
- Contract renewal with Advanced Landscaping, LLC for parkway and landscape restoration not to exceed $55,000.00
- License agreement with the owner of 20 N. Main Street for temporary parking due to resurfacing at 21 N. Park Street
- Approval of accounts payable and payroll totaling $5,157,471.57 across three periods
The Village Board approved several consent‑agenda items including payroll payments and multiple contract waivers. A two‑year, $443,171.71 contract with H&H Electric Company for traffic signal equipment was approved. The Board also adopted a parking agreement with AT&T and recessed the meeting to an executive session to discuss collective bargaining matters.
- Approved $2,751,619.34 payroll/accounts payable for period ending Sep 19, 2025 (6-0)
- Approved $1,084,682.77 village payroll for period ending Sep 20, 2025 (6-0)
- Approved $1,324,169.46 accounts payable for period ending Sep 26, 2025 (6-0)
- Approved $443,171.71 two‑year traffic signal equipment contract with H&H Electric Company (6-0)
- Approved contract renewal up to $55,000 with Advanced Landscaping, LLC (6-0)
- Approved three‑year, $125,352 pension fund accounting engagement with Lauterbach & Amen, LLP (6-0)
- Approved parking agreement with AT&T for 20 N. Main Street lot (6-0)
- Recessed meeting to Executive Session to discuss collective bargaining (6-0)
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee will discuss a proposed amendment to the Lombard Traffic Code to permit overnight parking in the East St. Charles Commuter Lot. The committee will also receive July and August 2025 activity reports from the Fire Department and an information update from the Police Department. The meeting includes standard procedural items.
- Staff recommendation to amend Article XIII, Section 10-13-24 to allow overnight parking in the East St. Charles Commuter Lot
- Fire Department monthly activity reports for July and August 2025
- Police Department reports/information
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 6 and September 9 meetings. It also unanimously recommended amending Article XIII, Section 10-13-24 of the Lombard Traffic Code to permit overnight parking in the East St. Charles Commuter Lot. The meeting was adjourned at 6:31 pm by unanimous vote.
- Approved August 6 and September 9 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended amendment to Article XIII, Section 10-13-24 to allow overnight parking in East St. Charles Commuter Lot (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:31 pm (unanimous)
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet for a special session. The primary item of new business is the promotion of a Police Sergeant to Police Lieutenant.
- Promotion of a Police Sergeant to Police Lieutenant
The Board moved to promote Police Sergeant Manuel Camuy to Police Lieutenant. The motion was seconded and carried. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:06 a.m. after a motion to adjourn was carried.
- Promoted Police Sergeant Manuel Camuy to Police Lieutenant (motion carried)
- Adjourned the special meeting at 8:06 a.m. (motion carried)
Zoning Board of Appeals
This meeting of the Lombard Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is on October 22, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee will review the 2026 proposed budget and the 2025 property tax levy, both of which require committee recommendations. The meeting also includes the approval of prior minutes and a strategic plan update.
- Review of 2026 Proposed Budget Overview
- Review of Statutorily Permissible 2025 Property Tax Levy
- Approval of September 3, 2025 Minutes
- Strategic Plan Update
- Review of August 2025 Financial Report
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will vote on a Plan Commission recommendation to reduce the front setback for new townhomes at Fairfield Court from 30 to 25 feet. Also up for approval are ordinances amending liquor license allocations for Royal Liquor's relocation, adding fats/oils/grease limits to industrial wastewater pretreatment standards, and granting a temporary liquor license for a Lombard Historical Society event. The consent agenda includes accounts payable and payroll totaling over $5.2 million.
- Approval of accounts payable: $2,375,387.22 (Sep 5) and $1,754,324.04 (Sep 12) plus payroll $1,092,849.50 (Sep 6)
- Ordinance transferring Class F liquor license for Royal Liquor from 338 S. Main to 594 S. Main (District 1)
- Ordinance amending Title V, Chapter 50 to add local limits for fats, oils and grease (FOG) to industrial wastewater pretreatment standards (all districts)
- Ordinance granting Class J liquor license to Lombard Historical Society for Murder Mystery Night on Sep 27 at 23 W. Maple Street (District 1)
- PC 25-12: Plan Commission recommends approving a 5-foot front setback variance from 30 to 25 feet for townhomes at Fairfield Court (District 3)
The Village Board approved the September 4 meeting minutes (6‑0). It waived first reading and passed three ordinances: adjusting Class F liquor licenses for Royal Liquor, updating industrial wastewater pretreatment standards, and granting a temporary Class J license for a Murder Mystery Night event. The board also approved a variation to front‑yard setbacks for Fairfield Court townhomes and adopted a change order reducing the Large Diameter Combined Sewer Rehabilitation contract by $321,480.54.
- Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (6‑0 vote)
- Waived first reading and passed amendment to Class F liquor licenses for Royal Liquor (Ordinance 8389)
- Waived first reading and passed amendment to industrial wastewater pretreatment standards (Ordinance 8390)
- Waived first reading and passed Class J liquor license for Murder Mystery Night at 23 W. Maple St. (Ordinance 8391)
- Approved front‑yard setback variation for Fairfield Court Townhomes (Ordinance 8392)
- Adopted change order decreasing Large Diameter Combined Sewer Rehabilitation contract by $321,480.54 (Resolution R 48‑25)
- Adopted change order increasing Highland Avenue Sewer Separation contract by $211,472.95 (Resolution R 50‑25)
- Adopted intergovernmental agreement with Glenbard East School District 87 for a School Resource Officer (Resolution R 52‑25)
Downtown TIF District Joint Review Board Meeting
This meeting of the Downtown TIF District Joint Review Board will consider approval of minutes from July 2024, receive the 2024 Annual TIF Report, and discuss development activity within the TIF district. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Approval of July 22, 2024 minutes
- 2024 Annual TIF Report
- Development activity within TIF district
St. Charles Road TIF 1 -West District Joint Review Board Meeting
The St. Charles Road TIF 1‑West District Joint Review Board will consider approving the minutes from the July 22, 2023 meeting. It will also review the 2024 Annual TIF Report. Additional routine items include other business and information‑only items before adjourning.
- Approval of July 22, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of 2024 Annual TIF Report
- Other Business
- Information Only
Lombard Butterfield-Yorktown Tax Increment Financing District Joint Review Board Meeting
The Lombard Butterfield-Yorktown TIF District Joint Review Board will meet to approve minutes from July 2024 and receive the 2024 Annual TIF Report. The board will also discuss development activity within the TIF district. The meeting consists primarily of annual procedural items and a report on the district's status.
- Approval of July 22, 2024 minutes
- 2024 Annual TIF Report presented as new business
- Update on development activity within the TIF district
St. Charles Road TIF 2 - East District Joint Review Board Meeting
The St. Charles Road TIF 2 - East District Joint Review Board will meet to approve minutes from July 2024 and review the 2024 Annual TIF Report. The meeting includes a roll call and public participation.
- Approval of July 22, 2024 minutes
- Review of 2024 Annual TIF Report
- Public participation period
- Roll call of board members
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board will vote on promoting two Police Lieutenants and two Police Sergeants. It will also receive an update on the firefighter/paramedic application process. The agenda includes approval of minutes from several prior meetings and a closed executive session for personnel matters.
- Promotion of two Police Lieutenants and two Police Sergeants (Chief Grage)
- Update on firefighter/paramedic application process (Chief Sander)
- Approval of minutes from April 23, June 19, July 18, and August 8, 2025 meetings
- Payment of bills
- Executive session for employee appointment, compensation, discipline, or dismissal
The Board approved the minutes from prior meetings and authorized payment of three police medical testing invoices totaling $2,816.00. It promoted Sergeant Balsitis and Sergeant Jason Chudzinski to Police Lieutenant, and promoted Police Officer Matthew Kazy‑Garey and Police Officer Andrew Boccassini to Police Sergeant. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 a.m.
- Approved minutes from April 23, June 19, July 18, and August 8 meetings (motion carried)
- Approved payment of Invoice #00204034 ($913.00), Invoice #00205129 ($913.00), and Invoice #SA000062160 ($990.00) (motion carried)
- Promoted Sergeant Balsitis to Police Lieutenant (motion carried)
- Promoted Sergeant Jason Chudzinski to Police Lieutenant (motion carried)
- Promoted Police Officer Matthew Kazy‑Garey to Police Sergeant (motion carried)
- Promoted Police Officer Andrew Boccassini to Police Sergeant (motion carried)
- Adjourned the regular meeting at 8:20 a.m. (motion carried)
Plan Commission
The Lombard Village Plan Commission meeting scheduled for September 15, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items were presented. The next regular meeting is set for October 20, 2025.
The September 15, 2025 Plan Commission meeting was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decisions made. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2025.
Foreign Fire Tax Board
The Foreign Fire Tax Board will meet on September 10, 2025 at Village Hall. The agenda includes approval of the July 15, 2025 minutes and discussion of several new equipment items for fire stations. Items under new business include a ping‑pong table, leather radio strap and case, boot and glove dryers, leather helmets, an electric vehicle fire nozzle, and new bar stools. The board will also address any other business and public participation.
- Ping Pong Table for FS45
- Leather Radio Strap and Case
- Boot and Glove Dryers for FS44
- Leather Helmets
- Electric Vehicle Fire Nozzle
The Foreign Fire Tax Board approved several equipment purchases, including three Phoenix TL2 leather helmets and shields costing up to $3,000, a ping‑pong table for Station 45 under $100, two glove/boot dryers for Station 44 under $400, six replacement stools for Station 45 under $750, and leather radio straps and holders (tabled pending new radios). The board did not approve an EV fire nozzle purchase, as no motion was made. All motions passed unanimously with five votes in favor and none against. The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 a.m.
- Approved purchase of 3 Phoenix TL2 leather helmets and shields (up to $3,000) – 5 Ayes, 0 Nays
- Approved purchase of ping pong table and accessories for Station 45 (up to $100) – 5 Ayes, 0 Nays
- Approved purchase of 2 glove/boot dryers for Station 44 (up to $400) – 5 Ayes, 0 Nays
- Approved purchase of six replacement stools for Station 45 (up to $750) – 5 Ayes, 0 Nays
- Tabled purchase of leather radio straps and holders pending new radios – no vote recorded
- No motion on purchase of EV fire nozzle – no vote recorded
- Motion to adjourn passed – 5 Ayes, 0 Nays
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
The Public Works & Environmental Concerns board will consider five change orders that adjust contract amounts for ongoing infrastructure projects. The orders include decreases to contracts with R.W. Dunteman Company and Vortex Lining Systems, and increases to contracts with Sheridan Plumbing & Sewer and John Neri Construction Company. Each change order reflects measured quantities or additional work identified in the field.
- South Park Avenue Pedestrianization Project (District #1): decrease $108,635.58 to R.W. Dunteman Company (Change Order No. 3)
- Butterfield Road Water Main Evaluation and Rehabilitation Project (District #3): increase $171,499.81 to Sheridan Plumbing & Sewer (Change Order No. 1)
- Large Diameter Combined Sewer Rehabilitation Project (Districts #1 & #5): decrease $321,480.54 to Vortex Lining Systems (Change Order No. 5)
- Lombard Meadows Phase IV, Hawthorne Circle & Cherry Lane (District #6): increase $139,527.82 to John Neri Construction Company (Change Order No. 1)
- Highland Avenue Sewer Separation (District #5): increase $211,472.95 to John Neri Construction Company (Change Order No. 1)
Joint Public Works & Environmental Concerns and Public Safety & Transportation Committees
The joint Public Works & Environmental Concerns and Public Safety & Transportation committees will hold a special meeting. The only substantive agenda item is staff seeking direction on potential bicycle accommodations and traffic‑calming alternatives for 250291 North Main Street. No other decisions or proposals are listed.
- North Main Street – staff seeking direction on bicycle accommodations and traffic‑calming alternatives
Economic & Community Development Committee
The Economic & Community Development Committee meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for October 13, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for October 13, 2025
The Economic & Community Development Committee meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered and no decisions were made. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2025.
Community Relations Committee
The Community Relations Committee will review the latest National Community Survey findings and discuss the upcoming 2025 Senior Fair scheduled for October 1 at Madison Meadow Athletic Center. Members will receive updates on senior fair planning, including vendors and promotion. The committee will then consider nominations and vote to select the Senior Man and Woman of the Year. The meeting also includes routine approval of June 9 minutes.
- Presentation of National Community Survey Results (item 250311)
- Update on Senior Fair 2025 event, Oct 1, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Madison Meadow Athletic Center (item 250209)
- Nomination review and vote for Senior Man and Woman of the Year awards (item 250313)
- Approval of minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting
The Community Relations Committee approved the June 9, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It voted to name Carol Wixon and Jim Wixon as the 2025 Senior Woman and Senior Man of the Year, to be honored at the upcoming Senior Fair. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Approved June 9, 2025 minutes – unanimous
- Selected Carol Wixon as Senior Woman of the Year
- Selected Jim Wixon as Senior Man of the Year
- Adjourned meeting – unanimous
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the Great Western Trail Signage Project (item 240323), reviewing current sign text and suggestions. No new business is scheduled, and the meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.
- 240323 Great Western Trail Signage Project – discussion of current sign text and suggestions
The commission approved the July 29 meeting minutes with a 4‑aye vote and no opposition. No new business was taken up, though members discussed the Great Western Trail signage project. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 4‑aye vote.
- Approved July 29 minutes (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
Village Board of Trustees
The Lombard Village Board will consider an amended annexation agreement for the Pinnacle at Meyers subdivision, which includes reducing the number of planned homes from 22 to 11 and approving specific zoning variances. The board will also approve contracts for pavement marking and sidewalk improvements totaling over $220,000.
- Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement for North Grace Street improvements
- Pavement Marking Replacement Program contract: $22,145.05
- Sidewalk and Curb Improvement Program contract: $200,000.00
- Waiver of bids for tires and tire service: $40,000.00
- Amendment to annexation agreement for Pinnacle at Meyers Subdivision
The Village Board approved routine payroll and accounts‑payable items, adopted several liquor‑license ordinances, approved contracts for pavement markings, sidewalks, tires and a bike‑path easement, confirmed multiple committee appointments, and voted to table the amendment to the annexation agreement for the Pinnacle at Meyers subdivision until September 18.
- Approved August 21 minutes (5‑0‑1)
- Approved Consent Agenda (6‑0)
- Passed Ordinance adjusting Class VV liquor licenses (waived first reading)
- Approved $22,145.05 contract for pavement marking replacement (Precision Pavement Markings, Inc.)
- Approved $200,000 sidewalk and curb improvement contract (Globe Construction, Inc.)
- Approved purchase of tires and service up to $40,000 (Pomp's Tire Service, Inc.)
- Approved appointments to Plan Commission, Economic & Community Development, Community Relations, and Community Promotion & Tourism committees
- Tabled amendment to annexation agreement for Pinnacle at Meyers Road (6‑0)
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee will review and vote on a recommendation to accept the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Management Letter from Lauterbach & Amen. They will also receive an informational presentation on the draft 2026 budget and review the July 2025 financial report. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approval of prior minutes.
- Recommendation to accept the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Management Letter from Lauterbach & Amen
- Presentation of the Draft 2026 Budget Workshop materials
- Review of the July 2025 Financial Report
- Approval of minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee meeting scheduled for September 3, 2025, has been cancelled. A special joint meeting with the Public Works and Environmental Concerns Committee is set for September 9.
- Meeting cancelled
- Special joint meeting scheduled for September 9
- Next regular meeting set for October 1
The September 3 Public Safety & Transportation Committee meeting was cancelled. A special meeting for this committee and the Public Works and Environmental Concerns Committee is scheduled for September 9 at 6:30 p.m. The next regularly scheduled committee meeting will be on October 1.
Community Promotion & Tourism
The Village of Lombard Community Promotion & Tourism board's meeting on September 2, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next scheduled meeting is set for Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
Special Meeting Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review and discuss the Village of Lombard Strategic Plan. The discussion will cover current conditions, key issues, and strategic goals. The purpose is to establish direction and guide development of the upcoming strategic plan. No other agenda items are listed.
- Review and discussion of the Village of Lombard Strategic Plan (Agenda Item 250289)
The Board reviewed the Village of Lombard Strategic Plan but took no substantive actions. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made, seconded, and carried with six votes in favor. No other decisions were recorded.
- Adjourned special meeting (motion carried by six votes)
Special Meeting Board of Trustees
The Village of Lombard Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to review and discuss current conditions, key issues, and strategic goals that will shape the upcoming Village Strategic Plan. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the session is focused on guiding plan development.
- Review and discussion of the Village of Lombard Strategic Plan, including current conditions, key issues, and strategic goals
The Board discussed the Village of Lombard Strategic Plan but took no formal actions on it. A motion to adjourn the special meeting was made by Trustee Dan Militello, seconded by Trustee Bob Bachner, and carried unanimously (6‑0). The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
- Adjourned special meeting at 6:50 p.m. (6-0)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Village of Lombard Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for August 27, 2025 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for September 24, 2025.
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee meeting set for August 25, 2025 was cancelled. As a result, no agenda items were discussed, decided, or voted on. The agenda listed standard items such as call to order, roll call, and public participation, but none were acted upon.
The Finance & Administration Committee meeting scheduled for August 25, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed, and no decisions were made.
Village Board of Trustees
The Lombard Village Board will consider a public hearing on an amended annexation agreement for properties at 1308‑1330 South Meyers Road. It will also vote on several ordinances, including changes to liquor licenses, traffic control on School Street, and a drainage easement. The consent agenda includes approvals of multiple payroll and accounts‑payable items. Additional contract amendments and change orders for downtown sidewalk projects will be reviewed.
- Public hearing on annexation amendment for 1308‑1330 S. Meyers Road (Pinnacle at Meyers Subdivision)
- Ordinance moving a Class F liquor license from 338 S. Main St to 594 S. Main St (Royal Liquor)
- Ordinance establishing yield control at School Street and Ahrens Avenue
- Contract amendment for Downtown Sidewalk Project with Thomas Engineering Group – $17,377.64
- Final balancing change order decreasing contract with R.W. Dunteman Company – $105,267.44
The Board recessed the regular meeting at 7:28 p.m. and approved the July 7, 2025 minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. A consent agenda removed an alcohol‑beverage code amendment from the agenda. The Board then waived first reading and adopted several ordinances, notably establishing a yield control on School Street at Ahrens Avenue and granting a new Class VV liquor license to Soapy Roads of Lombard.
- Recessed regular meeting to 7:28 p.m. (5‑0 vote)
- Approved July 7, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0 vote)
- Removed Consent item 250135 (Alcoholic Beverages) from agenda (unanimous)
- Approved payroll and accounts payable items for July‑August 2025 (consent agenda)
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8377 establishing yield control on School Street at Ahrens Avenue (consent agenda)
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8378 amending Glenbard East Planned Development (consent agenda)
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8379 amending industrial wastewater pretreatment standards (consent agenda)
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8380 granting a Class VV liquor license to Soapy Roads of Lombard (consent agenda)
Plan Commission
The Lombard Plan Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request to approve a 25-foot front yard setback for a townhome development on Fairfield Court, which currently requires a 30-foot setback.
- Public hearing for Fairfield Court Townhomes variation request
- Review of July 28, 2025 meeting minutes
- 15-minute period for public comments
The commission considered a petition to reduce the front‑yard setback from 30 ft to 25 ft for one of six proposed townhomes in the R4 district on Fairfield Court. Staff presented the interdepartmental review report and members heard extensive public comments. No vote or formal decision was recorded in the minutes.
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
The board will consider two final balancing change orders that lower contract amounts. The Crack Sealing/Pavement Preservation Program with SKC Construction, Inc. will be reduced by $11,212.56. The Downtown Sidewalk Improvement Project with R.W. Dunteman Company will be reduced by $105,267.44.
- 250260 FY2025 Crack Sealing/Pavement Preservation Program – decrease of $11,212.56 to SKC Construction, Inc.
- 250265 Downtown Sidewalk Improvement Project – decrease of $105,267.44 to R.W. Dunteman Company
Economic & Community Development Committee
The Economic & Community Development Committee meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for September 8, 2025.
The Economic & Community Development Committee meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025 was cancelled. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2025.
Community Relations Committee
The Community Relations Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, August 11, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for Monday, September 8, 2025.
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to approve removing the firefighter/paramedic application fee and extend a final offer of employment to a police officer candidate. The meeting includes a public participation period and an executive session.
- Remove firefighter/paramedic application fee
- Extend final offer of employment to police officer candidate
- Executive session for employee discipline and legal counsel
- Public participation period
- Approval of minutes and payment of bills
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved eliminating the application fee for firefighter/paramedic testing. It also voted to deny employment to police candidate Rodrigo Del Valle. The meeting entered an executive session and later adjourned.
- Approved removal of the application fee for firefighter/paramedic applicant testing (motion carried)
- Moved to executive session at 8:07 a.m. (motion carried)
- Denied employment of police candidate Rodrigo Del Valle (motion carried)
- Adjourned the special meeting at 8:13 a.m. (motion carried)
Village Board of Trustees
The Lombard Village Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for August 7, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The agenda listed typical items such as public hearings, committee reports, and ordinances, but none were acted upon.
- Meeting cancelled; no items were addressed
The scheduled Village Board of Trustees meeting on August 7, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions were made or votes taken.
Board of Building Appeals
The Board of Building Appeals meeting scheduled for August 6, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is set for November 5, 2025.
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss an ordinance that would require vehicles on School Street to yield to traffic on Ahrens Avenue. The group will also review monthly reports from the Fire and Police Departments.
- Install yield sign on School Street at Ahrens Avenue
- Review Fire Department monthly activity for June 2025
- Review Police Department monthly activity
- Discuss pending Lift Assist Legislation
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously voted to recommend amending Section 10-9-5 of the Traffic Code to designate School Street as a preferential street that yields to Ahrens Avenue. The meeting was adjourned at 6:27 p.m. by unanimous vote.
- Approved July 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended amendment to Section 10-9-5 to make School Street yield to Ahrens Ave (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:27 p.m. (unanimous)
Community Promotion & Tourism
The August 5, 2025 meeting of the Community Promotion & Tourism committee has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is September 2, 2025.
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the HPC Enabling Ordinance and Bylaws. Members will also review a proposal to convert survey data to a GIS system.
- Review of HPC Enabling Ordinance/Bylaws based on Scott Niehaus memo
- Discussion on conversion of survey data to GIS system per Lyn Myers memo
- Update on Punky's Old Style Sign at 16 S. Park Ave
- Work program updates for Survey, Cemetery, and Local Landmark projects
- Planning for Cemetery Picnic on August 20, 2025
The commission approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting unanimously. It directed staff to merge the historic preservation bylaws with the enabling ordinance, effectively dissolving the separate bylaws. The commission also approved a preliminary study of costs and timing for a records digitization project before requesting future funding. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Approved April 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Directed staff to consolidate bylaws with the enabling ordinance (motion carried)
- Approved preliminary study of records digitization costs and timing (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss two signage projects. The body will review a plaque for a historic sign and a project on Great Western Trail.
- Plaque for historic sign at 16 South Park Ave
- Great Western Trail Signage Project
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting with all members in favor. Commissioner vonBokern made the motion and Commissioner Pruyn seconded it. The commission noted that Commissioner Smith will contact Brendan Fitzharris to arrange a plaque presentation for the historic sign at 16 South Park Ave. No formal decisions were made regarding the Great Western Trail signage project.
- Approved Jan 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Plan Commission
The commission will hold public hearings on petitions to amend the Glenbard East and Pinnacle Planned Developments. The Glenbard East request seeks a building addition that exceeds height and open‑space limits and moves the structure more than 10 feet. The Pinnacle request proposes major changes, including reducing the number of single‑family homes from 22 to 11 and adjusting yard‑size and utility‑cabinet requirements.
- PC 25-11: Amend Glenbard East Planned Development – allow 32‑ft building height (vs 30 ft), 48 % open space (vs 50 %), and building relocation >10 ft.
- PC 25-10: Amend Pinnacle Planned Development – reduce homes to 11, modify front‑yard and side‑yard setbacks, adjust lot widths and utility cabinet placement.
- Approval of June 16 2025 meeting minutes.
The commission voted 6‑0 to recommend that the Village Board approve the petition (PC 25‑11) for additions and parking improvements at Glenbard East High School, subject to four staff‑report conditions. No other petitions were decided at this meeting.
- Recommended Village Board approve Glenbard East High School site improvements (PC 25‑11) – vote 6‑0
Finance & Administration Committee
The Lombard Finance & Administration Committee will approve the March 31, 2025 meeting minutes, receive an update on 2024 year‑end revenues compared to expenditures, and review the June 2025 financial report. The committee will also set future meeting dates for August 25, September 22, and October 27, 2025.
- Approval of minutes from March 31, 2025
- Update on 2024 year‑end revenues over expenditures
- Review of June 2025 financial report
- Future meeting dates scheduled for Aug 25, Sep 22, Oct 27 2025
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for July 23, 2025, is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2025.
Plan Commission
The regularly scheduled July 21, 2025 Plan Commission meeting has been cancelled. A special meeting will be held on July 28, 2025.
The July 21 Plan Commission meeting was cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2025. No decisions were made at this session.
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Lombard Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will discuss eliminating the application fee for firefighter/paramedic applicants. The board will also consider extending a final employment offer to one police officer candidate and a conditional offer to another candidate, with the latter discussed in executive session. These items are listed under new and unfinished business items on the agenda.
- Discussion on dropping the application fee for firefighter/paramedic applicants (Chief Sander)
- Board to extend a final offer of employment to a police officer candidate (Chief Grage)
- Board to extend a conditional offer of employment to a police officer candidate (Executive Session)
The commissioners approved payment of a $913 invoice for pre‑employment medical testing. They voted to remove the application fee for firefighter/paramedic applicants. The board extended a final employment offer to Isaac Pizana and a conditional offer to Rodrigo Del Valle, while denying a request from Nathan Kerr. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved payment of $913 invoice from Elmhurst Occupational Health (motion carried)
- Removed firefighter/paramedic application fee (motion carried)
- Extended final offer of employment to police candidate Isaac Pizana (motion carried)
- Extended conditional offer of employment to police candidate Rodrigo Del Valle (motion carried)
- Denied employment to police candidate Nathan Kerr (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:20 a.m. (motion carried)
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will consider a consent agenda including payroll and accounts payable totaling over $6.6 million, several ordinances and resolutions, and a separate action item for the Burj Plaza redevelopment at Roosevelt and Finley Roads. The Burj Plaza request seeks planned development approval with conditional uses, signage deviations, and a parking variance. Other items include a liquor license transfer for WickedBall Chicago, a business grant for Soapy Roads of Lombard, and a parking lot agreement for Cruise Nights and Summer Concerts.
- Burj Plaza LLC requests planned development, conditional uses, parking deviation, and signage variances for parcels at 505/515 W. Roosevelt Road and 1210 S. Finley Road (District #2).
- Ordinance to decrease one Class EE liquor license and issue a new one to WickedBall Chicago moving from 332 to 106 Yorktown Shopping Center (District #3).
- Retail Business Grant not to exceed $17,440.29 for Soapy Roads of Lombard at 10 W. St. Charles Road (District #1).
- Resolution approving a license agreement for use of the parking lot at 20 N. Main Street for 2025 Cruise Nights and Summer Concert Series (District #1).
- First amendment to intergovernmental agreement with DuPage Water Commission for construction of metering station MS-14E (District #3).
The Village Board approved the June 19 meeting minutes and adopted the consent agenda covering payroll and accounts payable payments. It waived first reading and passed an ordinance adjusting a Class EE liquor license, and approved several resolutions on parking, water‑metering, business‑district redevelopment, a Soapy Roads grant, a utility contract, and a credit‑card program. The board also passed the Burj Plaza zoning ordinance on first reading. All votes requiring a ballot were 4‑0 with two trustees absent, and the meeting adjourned at 6:38 p.m.
- Approved June 19, 2025 minutes (4‑0, 2 absent)
- Approved consent agenda covering payroll and accounts payable payments
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8375 adjusting Class EE liquor licenses
- Adopted Resolution R 37-25 for Cruise Nights parking at 20 N. Main St.
- Adopted Resolution R 38-25 amending water‑metering agreement with DuPage Water Commission
- Adopted Resolution R 39-25 correcting Business District Master Redevelopment Agreement for Highland Ave/Butterfield Rd
- Adopted Resolution R 40-25 granting Soapy Roads of Lombard a $17,440.29 retail business grant
- Passed Ordinance PC 25-09 for Burj Plaza zoning on first reading (4‑0, 2 absent)
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The regular meeting of the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for July 15, 2025, has been cancelled. A special meeting will be held on July 29, 2025, instead. No agenda items are listed for this cancelled meeting.
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for July 15, 2025 was cancelled. A special meeting has been scheduled for July 29, 2025. No decisions were made at this cancelled meeting.
Economic & Community Development Committee
The Economic & Community Development Committee will meet to discuss a grant for a local business. The body is considering a recommendation to the Village Board regarding funding for interior renovations.
- Proposed Downtown Retail Business Grant of $17,440.29 for 10 W. St. Charles Road (Soapy Roads of Lombard)
The committee approved the February 10, 2025 minutes after clarifying a conflict‑of‑interest statement (vote 4‑0). It also approved a Downtown Retail Business Grant of $17,440.29 for Soapy Roads at 10 W. St. Charles Road, with conditions on permits, inspections, completion, and documentation (vote 4‑0). Both motions passed with four members voting aye and two members absent.
- Approved Feb 10, 2025 minutes with clarification (4-0)
- Approved Downtown Retail Business Grant $17,440.29 to Soapy Roads (4-0)
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
This meeting of the Lombard Public Works & Environmental Concerns committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is August 12, 2025.
Village Board of Trustees
The scheduled meeting for the Village Board of Trustees on July 3, 2025, has been cancelled. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.
The Village Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for July 3, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered, and no votes or decisions were recorded.
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee will receive a May 2025 activity report from the Lombard Fire Department. It will also hear a report from the Lombard Police Department. An update on e‑scooter and e‑bike communication and education will be presented. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Fire Department May 2025 activity report (Item 8)
- Police Department report (Item 8)
- E‑Scooter/E‑Bike Communication/Education Update (Item 8)
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee received a fire department report about a new engine and a police department report on Fourth of July preparations and academy recruits. Members discussed state e‑scooter and e‑bike regulations and public education efforts. The meeting was adjourned at 6:49 pm by unanimous consent.
- Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:49 pm (unanimous)
Community Promotion & Tourism
The Community Promotion & Tourism meeting scheduled for July 1, 2025 has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for August 5, 2025. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Cancellation of the July 1, 2025 meeting; next meeting scheduled for August 5, 2025
Zoning Board of Appeals
This meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 23, 2025.
Finance & Administration Committee
This meeting of the Lombard Finance & Administration Committee scheduled for June 23, 2025, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
The scheduled Finance & Administration Committee meeting on June 23, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed, and no decisions were made or votes taken.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will discuss a budget amendment for the General Fund and pension funds. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and parking prohibitions on Wilson Avenue and Edgewood Avenue.
- Proposed $9,895,720 increase to the FY2024 General Fund budget
- Five-year agreement with Axon Enterprise for police cameras and tasers with payments ranging from $19,054.51 to $426,799.50
- Contract to Kim Construction Company for manhole rehabilitation totaling $198,950.00
- Contract to Chicagoland Paving Contractors, Inc. for commuter parking lots totaling $409,000.00
- Proposed parking prohibitions on the south side of Wilson Avenue and west side of Edgewood Avenue
The Board approved multiple items on the consent agenda, including several accounts payable and payroll payments. It waived first reading and adopted six ordinances covering parking restrictions, cemetery setbacks, liquor license changes, and a zoning variance. The Board also approved intergovernmental agreements for park‑lot paving and paramedic services at Glenbard East High School. Finally, it adopted a five‑year agreement with Axon Enterprises to provide body‑worn cameras, patrol‑car cameras, tasers and related services for the Police Department.
- Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (5‑aye, 0‑no, 1‑abstain)
- Approved Accounts Payable items totaling $12,? (items 250193‑250224) on consent agenda
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8365 adding parking prohibition on Wilson Ave
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8366 adding parking restrictions on Edgewood Ave
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8367 text amendment to cemetery setbacks
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8368 zoning variance for 1014 S Finley Road
- Adopted Intergovernmental Agreement with Lombard Park District for paving district parking lots
- Approved five‑year Axon Enterprises agreement for police cameras, tasers and data services
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will consider promoting one police officer to sergeant, review and extend conditional offers to police officer candidates, and discuss firefighter candidate recruiting and testing fees. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings and handle routine items such as bills and reports.
- Promote one police officer to police sergeant (Chief Grage)
- Review and extend conditional offer(s) of employment to police officer candidates (Executive Session)
- Update on firefighter candidate entry level recruiting (Chief Sander)
- Discussion on firefighter candidate entry level testing fees (Chief Sander)
- Approval of minutes from six prior meetings (March-April 2025)
The commissioners approved payment of several invoices for training and testing services. They promoted Police Detective Abigail Lauer to Police Sergeant. They extended a conditional employment offer to candidate Isaac Pizana and denied candidates Shawn Naqvi and Brian Torres. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved payment of six invoices totaling $7,582 (motion carried)
- Promoted Police Detective Abigail Lauer to Police Sergeant (motion carried)
- Extended conditional offer of employment to police candidate Isaac Pizana (motion carried)
- Denied employment for police candidates Shawn Naqvi and Brian Torres (motion carried)
- Adjourned the regular meeting at 8:21 a.m. (motion carried)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding several zoning variations and conditional use requests for Burj Plaza LLC. The requests concern properties at 505 & 515 W. Roosevelt Road and 1210 S. Finley Road.
- Request for a planned development with three lots and five buildings
- Conditional use for outside display and sales of products by a grocer and a new automobile seller
- Conditional use for restaurants including entertainment, dancing, and amusement devices
- Request to operate with 675 parking spaces, representing 87% of required parking
- Deviations for signage area, landscaping, and the waiver of a sidewalk on the west side of Finley Road
The Lombard Plan Commission conducted a public hearing on petition 250205 PC 25-09 for the Burj Plaza development at 505 & 515 W. Roosevelt Road and 1210 S. Finley Road. The petition sought multiple zoning variances, conditional uses, and sign and parking deviations. Presentations were made by Planning & Zoning staff and the development team. No vote or formal decision was recorded in the minutes.
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
The Public Works & Environmental Concerns committee is meeting to review a water main project and the 10-year Capital Improvement Program. The body will consider a contract for infrastructure rehabilitation to support a new water tower.
- Proposed contract to Sheridan Plumbing and Sewer, Inc. for 250187 Butterfield Road Water Main Lining Project not to exceed $740,800.00
- Review of the FY2026-FY2035 Capital Improvement Program
- Review of recommended streets for the FY2025 Asphalt Roadway Program
Economic & Community Development Committee
The committee will introduce the new Economic Development and Planning Director and review the Downtown TIF and business grants. It will receive updates on several ongoing incentive projects, including Prairie Food Co‑op and Yorktown Reserve Apartments. The meeting will also preview future marketing initiatives for target sites and discuss committee staffing and expansion to nine members.
- Introduction of new Economic Development and Planning Director
- Historical review of Downtown TIF and business grants
- Updates on incentive projects such as Prairie Food Co‑op, Yorktown Reserve Apartments, Summit at Yorktown, O'Neill's, Grove Tavern, Hoffmann Site, Common Ground, Lilac Station (109 S. Main), Lombard Cadillac
- Preview of future marketing of target sites/TIF areas and key industries
- Committee updates: filling vacancies and increasing membership to nine
The committee met on June 9, 2025, but Chairperson LaVaque noted there was no quorum. Because a quorum was not present, the meeting could not be opened or held. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions were made.
Community Relations Committee
The Community Relations Committee will approve minutes from April 14, then vote on top three photos in the 'Through My Lens: Lombard' contest. Staff will overview summer events including Cruise Nights, Fourth of July, and Bicycle Classic. The committee will also review plans for the 2025 Senior Fair on October 1st.
- Approval of April 14, 2025 meeting minutes
- Vote on top three entries in the 'Through My Lens: Lombard' photo contest
- Overview of Summer 2025 events: Cruise Nights & Summer Concerts, Fourth of July, DCVB's Lombard Bicycle Classic
- Planning update for 2025 Senior Fair on October 1st with input on vendors
The committee approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. Members reviewed the photo contest entries and voted to name the top three photographs, which will be announced on June 16. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously.
- Approved April 14, 2025 committee minutes (unanimous)
- Selected 1st place “Dinner For Three At Babcocks” by Ashley Veldman (vote)
- Selected 2nd place “Love In The Park” by Radhika Shah (vote)
- Selected 3rd place “Red Tulips and Little Girl” by Lisa Rivers (vote)
- Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)
Village Board of Trustees
The Lombard Village Board of Trustees meeting set for June 5, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered, discussed, or decided at this time. The cancellation means all listed items, including public hearings, committee reports, and ordinance readings, are postponed.
The scheduled June 5, 2025 Village Board of Trustees meeting was cancelled. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions were made.
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee will discuss and possibly recommend amendments to the Traffic Code to establish a no-stopping zone on Wilson Avenue and parking restrictions on Edgewood Avenue. The committee will also receive Fire Department reports for 2024 and early 2025.
- No Stopping, Standing or Parking zone on south side of Wilson Avenue from Lincoln Avenue to Main Street
- Parking restrictions on west side of Edgewood Avenue from Emerson Avenue to Maple Street, adjacent to Lombard Commons
- Fire Department 2024 Annual Report and monthly activity reports for January–April 2025
The committee unanimously approved a recommendation to amend the Traffic Code to create a No Stopping, Standing, or Parking zone on the south side of Wilson Avenue between Lincoln Avenue and Main Street. It also unanimously approved a recommendation to amend the Traffic Code to add parking restrictions on the west side of Edgewood Avenue from Emerson Avenue to Maple Street. The minutes of the March 5, 2025 meeting were approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:20 pm.
- Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended amendment to create No Stopping, Standing, Parking zone on Wilson Ave (unanimous)
- Recommended amendment to create parking restrictions on Edgewood Ave (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:20 pm (unanimous)
Community Promotion & Tourism
The meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 1, 2025.
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variation request to allow a new single-family home at 1014 S. Finley to be built 31 feet from the front property line, where a 40-foot setback is required. The board will also swear in new member Anthony Uriaus and approve minutes from the July 24, 2024 meeting. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Public hearing for variation 25-01-1014 S. Finley: reduce front setback from 40 ft to 31 ft in R1 district
- Swearing in of new ZBA member Anthony Uriaus
- Approval of July 24, 2024 meeting minutes
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee meeting scheduled for May 26, 2025 was cancelled. No items were discussed, decided, or proposed. The agenda consists only of standard procedural headings.
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a text amendment proposed by the Village to modify setbacks for cemeteries in the Conservation Recreation District under Sections 155.404(F) and 155.802. They will also consider approval of the March 17, 2025 meeting minutes and allow a 15-minute public participation period. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on text amendment 250179 PC 25-08 to amend cemetery setbacks in the Conservation Recreation District
- Approval of March 17, 2025 Plan Commission meeting minutes
- 15-minute public comment period on any Plan Commission matter
- No site plan approvals, subdivisions, workshops, or new business
- No DuPage County hearings or unfinished business
The Commission voted 5‑0 to recommend that the Village Board approve petition PC 25‑08, changing cemetery setbacks from two feet to five feet. The recommendation was seconded by Commissioner Johnston and passed unanimously, with Commissioner Spreenberg absent. The Commission also approved the March 17, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned the meeting at 7:24 pm.
- Recommend Village Board approve PC 25‑08 with setbacks amended to five feet (5‑0)
- Approve March 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
- Adjourn meeting at 7:24 pm (5‑0)
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will vote on filling the vacant District 2 trustee seat with Jessica Hammersmith. Trustees will also consider a master redevelopment agreement for the Highland/Butterfield Road Business District, a liquor license for GIA MIA at Yorktown Shopping Center, and multiple funding close-outs and contracts for road, sewer, and water main work. Several items involve waiving competitive bidding for specialized services.
- Appointment of Jessica Hammersmith to fill Trustee District #2 vacancy
- Resolution approving Business District Master Redevelopment Agreement with YTC Highland LLC for Highland/Butterfield Road
- Final IDOT funding close-out for $1,437,579.45 (2022 RM PROG 48)
- Award of $1,170,869.21 contract for FY2025 Asphalt Roadway Program to Schroeder Asphalt Services
- Ordinance granting Class A/B-III liquor license to GIA MIA LOMBARD LLC at 310 Yorktown Shopping Center
The Board approved its consent agenda, which included payroll, accounts payable, several ordinances and resolutions. It awarded multiple contracts, such as a $1,170,869.21 asphalt roadway program and a $740,800 water‑main lining project. The Board appointed Jessica Hammersmith to fill the District 2 trustee vacancy. The meeting was recessed to executive session to discuss real‑property acquisition and pending litigation.
- Approved consent agenda (payroll, accounts payable, ordinances, resolutions) – vote 4‑0, 1 absent
- Approved $1,170,869.21 asphalt roadway contract to Schroeder Asphalt Services (Consent Agenda)
- Approved $740,800 water main lining contract to Sheridan Plumbing and Sewer (Consent Agenda)
- Approved $380,229 ambulance purchase contract to Foster Coach (Consent Agenda)
- Approved $150,819 preliminary engineering contract for Westmore Meyers Safety Enhancement (Consent Agenda)
- Approved appointment of Jessica Hammersmith to District 2 trustee vacancy – vote 4‑0, 1 absent
- Recessed meeting to executive session for real‑property acquisition and pending litigation – unanimous vote, 1 absent
- Approved $121,217.05 IDOT supplemental resolution for 2023 RM PROG 48 (Consent Agenda)
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
This Public Works & Environmental Concerns meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regularly scheduled meeting is June 10, 2025.
Community Relations Committee
The Lombard Community Relations Committee meeting scheduled for May 12, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered, and the committee will reconvene on Monday, June 9, 2025.
Economic & Community Development Committee
The May 12, 2025 meeting of the Lombard Economic & Community Development Committee has been cancelled. No business will be conducted; the next regular meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items will be discussed or decided.
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee meeting scheduled for May 7, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is June 4, 2025.
Board of Building Appeals
The Board of Building Appeals meeting scheduled for May 7, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for August 6, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for August 6, 2025
Community Promotion & Tourism
The May 6, 2025 meeting of the Lombard Community Promotion & Tourism committee has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is June 3, 2025.
Village Board of Trustees
The Lombard Village Board will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposed ban on e-scooters on all highways, sidewalks, trails, and public rights-of-way. The board will also vote on purchasing three Ford Police Interceptor SUVs for $146,958, approving a $49,500 July 4 fireworks display, and amending liquor rules for special events and weekly summer concerts. Consent agenda items include accounts payable and payroll totaling over $3.4 million.
- Ordinance to prohibit low-speed electric scooters on all public rights-of-way unless authorized
- Purchase of three Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles for $146,958 via Suburban Purchasing Cooperative
- Approval of July 4 fireworks display at Madison Meadow Park with Mad Bomber Fireworks for $49,500
- Ordinance allowing sale of alcohol in public right-of-way for Cruise Nights & Summer Concerts (Class J license for three businesses)
- Special event liquor permit for PTSD 22 for 22 Veterans Fundraiser at 801 E. Roosevelt Road on May 17
The Board approved the minutes from the April 17 meeting (5‑0). It adopted several ordinances on the consent agenda, including a special‑event alcohol permit, a Class J liquor license for summer concerts, and amendments to the amusement‑tax and coin‑operated device rules. The Board also approved the purchase of three police utility vehicles ($146,958) and one Ford Bronco Sport, and it passed an e‑scooter traffic‑code amendment (5‑0). Two fireworks agreements for July 4 were also approved.
- Approved April 17 minutes (5‑0)
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8356 for special‑event alcohol sale (consent agenda)
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8357 granting Class J liquor licenses for cruise‑night concerts (consent agenda)
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8358 purchasing three Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles ($146,958) (consent agenda)
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8359 purchasing one Ford Bronco Sport ($29,568) (consent agenda)
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8360 amending amusement‑tax definition (consent agenda)
- Waived first reading and passed Ordinance 8361 amending coin‑operated amusement device licensing (consent agenda)
- Adopted Ordinance 8362 banning low‑speed e‑scooters on all public ways (5‑0)
Foreign Fire Tax Board
The Foreign Fire Tax Board will meet to review unfinished business regarding rig bags. The board will also discuss new business items including equipment purchases and facility repairs.
- Rig bags
- Bevi machine at FS44
- FS45 bar repairs
- Purchase of hose washer
- FS44 TV replacement
The Foreign Fire Tax Board approved the March 26, 2025 minutes. It approved a purchase of rig bags up to $4,500, a one‑year rental of a Bevi 2.0 for FS44 at $250 per month, a hose washer for FS45 up to $800, and a replacement TV and mount for the FS44 gym up to $1,500. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0). The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (5-0)
- Approved purchase of rig bags not to exceed $4,500 (5-0)
- Approved rental of a Bevi 2.0 for FS44 at $250/month plus expenses (5-0)
- Approved purchase of one hose washer for FS45 not to exceed $800 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of replacement TV and mount for FS44 gym not to exceed $1,500 (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee meeting scheduled for April 28, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for April 23, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 28, 2025.
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
This special meeting of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners includes extending final offers of employment to police officer candidates, followed by an executive session to discuss personnel matters. No other major decisions are listed on the agenda.
- The Board to extend final offers of employment to police officer candidates (Chief Grage)
- Executive session for appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners voted to extend final offers of employment to police officer candidates Ransom Wisley, Joel Nava, and Jesse Moreno. The motion was carried. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:03 a.m. after a motion to adjourn was carried.
- Extended final offers of employment to officer candidates Ransom Wisley, Joel Nava and Jesse Moreno (motion carried)
- Adjourned the special meeting at 8:03 a.m. (motion carried)
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss historical designations and administrative updates. The body will review a plaque design for a sign at 16 S. Park Avenue and discuss the 2025 work program.
- Plaque design for Punky’s Pub Old Style Sign at 16 S. Park Avenue
- Review of Commission bylaws
- 2025 Work Program including software updates and CLG program grant prioritization
- Great Western Trail signage project update
- Resignation of Tom Fetters
The commission approved the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting unanimously. A new format for the 16 S. Park Avenue historic landmark plaque was approved and staff was directed to order the plaque (6‑0 vote, 5 absent). The discussion of proposed bylaw revisions was tabled until the July 15, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved new plaque format and directed staff to order plaque (6‑0, 5 absent)
- Tabled bylaws review discussion to July 15, 2025
- Adjourned meeting (motion passed)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission meeting scheduled for April 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular scheduled meeting is May 19, 2025.
The Lombard Plan Commission meeting scheduled for April 21, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered, and no votes or actions were taken. The next regular meeting is set for May 19, 2025.
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting. The main action is to extend final offers of employment to police officer candidates. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, payment of bills, and an executive session regarding personnel matters.
- Extend final offers of employment to police officer candidates
- Executive session for employee appointment, compensation, discipline, or dismissal
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
The board approved payment of two invoices—$3,266.95 for police officer interview training and $3,375.00 for polygraph examinations—covering a total of $6,641.95. The board also approved extending a final employment offer to police officer candidate Samuel Ayala. Finally, the meeting was adjourned at 8:10 a.m.
- Approved payment of $3,266.95 police interview training invoice (motion carried)
- Approved payment of $3,375.00 polygraph exam invoices (motion carried)
- Extended final employment offer to police officer candidate Samuel Ayala (motion carried)
- Adjourned the special meeting at 8:10 a.m. (motion carried)
Village Board of Trustees
The Lombard Village Board will vote on second reading of a 1% grocery tax ordinance and consider several major contracts, including an $11.1 million water tower design-build and a $793,794 road reconstruction. The agenda also includes a subdivision plat with lot area variations, liquor license category changes, and a renewal of the sewer inspection contract.
- Final vote on 1% grocery tax ordinance to replace the eliminated state tax
- Approval of $11,149,637 contract for design and construction of a 1.5 million gallon water tower on Butterfield Road
- Award of $793,794 contract for Woodrow Avenue reconstruction from Westmore-Meyers to Addison Road
- Public hearing on final plat of subdivision for 837 S. Westmore-Meyers Road (Eastgate Shopping Center) with lot area and setback variations
- Consent agenda includes accounts payable and payroll totaling over $2.5 million
The Board passed an ordinance creating a 1% local grocery tax to replace the eliminated state tax. It also approved several liquor‑license amendments, a major water‑tower design‑build contract, and multiple infrastructure contracts. Additional resolutions authorized parking agreements for Cruise Nights and other public works projects.
- Ordinance 8355 implementing a 1% municipal grocery tax passed on second reading (5-0)
- Ordinance 8350 amending liquor license classes for Greek Islands Restaurants passed (waived first reading, second reading)
- Ordinance 8351 creating new liquor class “GGGG” passed (waived first reading, second reading)
- Ordinance 8352 reducing entries in Class “E‑VG” liquor license passed (waived first reading, second reading)
- Resolution approving up to $11,149,637 design‑build contract for South Lombard water tower adopted
- Resolution approving $793,794 contract for Woodrow Avenue reconstruction adopted
- Resolution approving $18,101.60 sidewalk‑slicing contract adopted
- Resolution approving parking‑lot agreement for 2025 Cruise Nights events adopted
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for April 15, 2025 has been cancelled and rescheduled to April 22, 2025. No business will be conducted at the original date.
- Meeting cancelled; rescheduled to April 22, 2025
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to extend conditional offers of employment to police officer candidates and review a background investigation for a candidate. These items will be discussed in executive session. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and payment of bills.
- Extend conditional offer(s) of employment to police officer candidates (Executive Session)
- Review background investigation for a police officer candidate and approve whether to move forward (Executive Session)
The board moved to adjourn to an executive session at 8:06 a.m., and the motion carried. It approved extending conditional employment offers to police candidates Joel Nava and Jesse Moreno. It approved sending denial letters to candidates Mike Brettman and Jonathan Dang Nguyen. The meeting was adjourned at 8:14 a.m.
- Adjourn to executive session at 8:06 a.m. (motion carried)
- Extend conditional offers of employment to Joel Nava and Jesse Moreno (motion carried)
- Send denial letters of employment to Mike Brettman and Jonathan Dang Nguyen (motion carried)
- Adjourn the special meeting at 8:14 a.m. (motion carried)
Economic & Community Development Committee
The scheduled meeting for April 14, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered. The next regular meeting is set for May 12, 2025.
Community Relations Committee
The committee will hear a report on the Village's 2024 communications efforts, including website and social media metrics. They will also discuss proposed themes for the 2025 Lilac Time Photo Contest, such as 'Through My Lens: Lombard', 'We Are Lombard', and 'Only in Lombard'. Approval of minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting is also on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from January 13, 2025 Community Relations Committee meeting
- 2024 Communications Report by Communications Coordinator Stephanie Calvillo covering website, e-newsletter, and social media metrics
- Discussion of proposed themes for 2025 Lilac Time Photo Contest
- Proposed contest themes: 'Through My Lens: Lombard', 'We Are Lombard', 'Only in Lombard'
The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. Members reached consensus to use “Through My Lens: Lombard” as the theme for the 2025 Lilac Time Photo Contest and agreed to add a note asking participants to avoid photos of buildings alone. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.
- Approved minutes of Jan 13 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Selected “Through My Lens: Lombard” as 2025 Lilac Time Photo Contest theme (consensus)
- Adopted note to exclude building‑only photos from contest description (consensus)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
This meeting of the Lombard Public Works & Environmental Concerns committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 13, 2025.
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review background investigations of police candidates and decide whether to extend conditional offers of employment. The board will also consider personnel matters in executive session, including discipline and complaints. Other agenda items are procedural, including approval of minutes and payment of bills.
- Review of police candidate background investigations to decide on conditional offers of employment (Chief Grage).
- Executive session for appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees or legal counsel.
- Public participation period for residents to address the board.
The Board moved to adjourn to executive session at 8:05 a.m., then reconvened at 8:15 a.m. It approved extending conditional offers of employment to police candidates Ransom Wisley and Samuel Ayala. It also approved sending denial letters to nine other police candidates. The meeting was adjourned at 8:21 a.m.
- Adjourned to executive session at 8:05 a.m. (motion carried)
- Extended conditional offers to police candidates Ransom Wisley and Samuel Ayala (motion carried)
- Sent denial letters to police candidates Joshua Hallin, Alexander Watt, Brendan Duffy, Matthew Hart, Thomas Sorenson, Austin Lantz, Benjamin Kovack, Joshua Kalbach, and Brittany Deeds (motion carried)
- Adjourned the special meeting at 8:21 a.m. (motion carried)
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will discuss several ordinance and contract items, including a proposed 1% grocery occupation tax to replace a state tax. It will also consider a water main lining agreement with DuPage County, multiple roof replacement contracts, and a $1.08 million sewer project. Additional items include tree planting contract, disaster recovery services, and a temporary event permit.
- Ordinance to implement a 1% municipal grocery occupation tax (Item 250121)
- Intergovernmental Agreement with DuPage County for water main lining on Butterfield Road, with a $50,000 grant (Item 250125)
- Roof replacement contracts for Public Works Administration Building ($165,485) and Civic Center ($124,350) (Items 250128, 250129)
- Highland Avenue sewer separation project contract for $1,084,427.87 (Item 250130)
- Tree planting contract waiver to Suburban Tree Consortium up to $143,450 (Item 250126)
The Board approved its Consent Agenda with a 4‑1 vote. It also approved several financial items, including accounts payable and payroll amounts totaling over $3.6 million. A 1% municipal grocery tax ordinance was passed on first reading, and multiple contracts and a water‑main agreement were authorized.
- Approved Consent Agenda (4‑1 vote)
- Approved $703,176.30 Accounts Payable (Mar 21) on Consent Agenda
- Approved $998,408.11 Village Payroll (Mar 22) on Consent Agenda
- Approved $1,929,718.91 Accounts Payable (Mar 28) on Consent Agenda
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with DuPage County for water‑main lining, receiving $50,000 grant
- Approved bid waivers and contracts for tree services ($143,450), roof replacements ($165,485 and $124,350), and sewer separation ($1,084,427.87)
- Approved 1% municipal grocery tax ordinance on first reading (4‑1 vote)
- Approved Multi‑Year Services Agreement with Ready Rebound for $126,304.76
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
This meeting has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 7, 2025. No agenda items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; no items considered.
Community Promotion & Tourism
The meeting scheduled for April 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2025.
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee will review a proposed 1% local grocery tax and make a recommendation. They also will approve minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting and review the February 2025 financial report. Future meeting dates are scheduled through June.
- Review and recommendation of proposed 1% local grocery tax
- Approval of minutes from February 24, 2025
- Review of financial report for February 2025
Zoning Board of Appeals
The regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for March 26, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 23, 2025.
Foreign Fire Tax Board
The Lombard Foreign Fire Tax Board will consider approval of minutes from January 28, 2025, and discuss new business items including purchases of rig bags, a water dispenser, a leg machine for the gym, and a soundbar/subwoofer for FS44.
- Approval of January 28, 2025 meeting minutes
- Rig bags (BC Ringa/FFPM Campbell)
- Water dispenser purchase (FFPM Noon)
- New leg machine for gym (FF/PM Nichols)
- New soundbar/subwoofer for FS44 (FF/PM Talip)
The board approved the January 28, 2025 minutes (4-0). It tabled the Rig Bags item and proposed a survey (5-0). It approved renting a bevi machine for FS45 up to $250 per month (5-0), purchasing a leg press machine up to $2,500 contingent on selling Jacob's Ladder (5-0), and buying a soundbar/subwoofer for FS44 up to $1,500 (5-0). The meeting was adjourned (5-0).
- Approved Jan 28, 2025 minutes (4-0)
- Rig Bags item tabled, survey proposed (5-0)
- Approved rent of bevi machine for FS45 up to $250/month (5-0)
- Approved purchase of leg press machine up to $2500, contingent on Jacob's Ladder sale (5-0)
- Approved purchase of soundbar/subwoofer for FS44 up to $1500 (5-0)
- Meeting adjourned (5-0)
Finance & Administration Committee
This Finance & Administration Committee meeting originally scheduled for March 24 has been rescheduled to March 31, 2025. The agenda contains only procedural items; no substantive business, ordinances, or contracts are listed for discussion or decision.
- Meeting rescheduled from March 24 to March 31
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting on March 22, 2025. After routine items such as roll call and approval of minutes, the commission will receive an informational presentation from the Cemetery Committee, which includes a tour of the Lombard Cemetery at 460 S Main St. No decisions or votes are scheduled for this agenda item.
- Cemetery Committee informational tour of Lombard Cemetery (460 S Main St) – for information only
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will decide on promotions for one police lieutenant and one police sergeant. They will also review proposed changes to the Board of Fire and Police Rules and Regulations. Additionally, an executive session is scheduled to review backgrounds of firefighter and police candidates.
- Promote one police lieutenant
- Promote one police sergeant
- Review new changes to Board of Fire and Police Rules and Regulations
- Review firefighter candidate backgrounds (Executive Session)
- Review police candidate backgrounds (Executive Session)
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved changes to its Rules and Regulations. It promoted Police Detective Neil Eriksen to Sergeant and Police Sergeant Vicente Roman to Lieutenant. The Board continued the background investigation for police candidate Austin Lantz and sent a denial letter to firefighter candidate Dakota Ibrahim. The meeting was adjourned to an executive session and then formally adjourned.
- Approved changes to Board Rules and Regulations (motion carried)
- Promoted Police Detective Neil Eriksen to Sergeant (motion carried)
- Promoted Police Sergeant Vicente Roman to Lieutenant (motion carried)
- Continued background investigation for police candidate Austin Lantz and sent denial to firefighter candidate Dakota Ibrahim (motion carried)
- Adjourned to executive session at 8:10 a.m. (motion carried)
- Adjourned regular meeting at 8:17 a.m. (motion carried)
Village Board of Trustees
The board will consider a resolution for an environmental indemnity agreement and a highway authority agreement related to soil contamination at 401 East North Avenue, along with an ordinance prohibiting groundwater use in the surrounding area. Also on the agenda are a retail business grant for a proposed coffee shop at 22 West St. Charles Road, the purchase of five Ford F-250 trucks, and several zoning ordinances including a drive-through restaurant and a smoking establishment. Routine items include approval of minutes, payroll, and accounts payable.
- Environmental indemnity and groundwater prohibition for 401 East North Avenue contamination
- Retail Business Grant up to $19,052.99 for coffee shop at 22 West St. Charles Road
- Purchase of five Ford F-250 trucks for $240,765 via Suburban Purchasing Cooperative
- Parking restrictions on south side of Parkside Avenue east of Main Street
- Text amendment to establish Electric Vehicle parking regulations and update director titles
The Village Board adopted a waiver and approved the purchase of five Ford F‑250 pickup trucks from Sutton Ford for $240,765.00. It also approved several ordinances, including a groundwater use prohibition, parking restrictions on Parkside Avenue, a retail business grant of up to $19,052.99 for Vibe Café, and the acquisition of easement rights at 130 South Main Street. Payroll and accounts payable items totaling $3,827,925.55 were approved on the consent agenda.
- Approved purchase of five Ford F‑250 trucks ($240,765.00) and declared six older trucks surplus
- Adopted Ordinance 8341 prohibiting groundwater use in specified areas
- Adopted Ordinance 8340 adding parking restrictions on Parkside Avenue
- Approved Retail Business Grant for Vibe Café up to $19,052.99 (Resolution 250027)
- Approved acquisition of parking and access easement at 130 South Main Street (Ordinance 8343)
- Approved payroll/accounts payable items totaling $3,827,925.55 on consent agenda
- Approved Ordinance 8342 authorizing sale of surplus village equipment
- Approved amendment to liquor license count for Buca Di Beppo (Ordinance 8344)
Plan Commission
The Lombard Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two requests: a final plat of subdivision for 837 S. Westmore-Meyers Road within the Eastgate Planned Development, including three variations for lot area and setbacks, and a conditional use permit for a day care center at 55 W. 22nd Street in the Office Park Planned Development. The meeting also includes approval of February meeting minutes and a report on a commissioner's resignation.
- Final plat of subdivision for Lot 1 at 837 S. Westmore-Meyers Road with variations: lot area of 16,179 sq ft (required 20,000), zero-foot interior side yard (required 10 ft), and 25-ft rear yard (required 30 ft)
- Conditional use request for a day care center at 55 W. 22nd Street in the OPD Lombard Office Park
- Approval of February 17, 2025 meeting minutes
- Chairperson's report on resignation of Commissioner Tony Invergo
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
This special meeting of the Lombard Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will consider approving the final Police Officer Eligibility List and, after an executive session on personnel matters, vote on a conditional offer of employment for a lateral police officer candidate. The board will also handle routine items such as minutes, bills, and reports.
- Approval of the Final Police Officer Eligibility List (Chief Grage)
- Conditional offer of employment for a lateral police officer candidate (discussed in executive session, voted on after reconvening)
- Executive session for appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees
- Public participation opportunity
- Approval of meeting minutes and payment of bills
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
The Public Works & Environmental Concerns Committee will receive a summary of the design engineering study for the Charles Lane Basin, along with a 2024 strategic planning update on the Public Works Department's progress. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational items and routine procedural matters.
- Summary of analysis and recommendations for Charles Lane Basin from Engineering Resource Associates
- 2024 Strategic Planning Update on Public Works Department progress
Community Relations Committee
The March 10, 2025, Community Relations Committee meeting has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is April 14, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.
Economic & Community Development Committee
This meeting has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is on April 14, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; next regular meeting scheduled for April 14, 2025
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will vote on awarding a $3.6 million contract for reconstructing Hawthorne Circle and Cherry Lane in the Lombard Meadows subdivision. Trustees also face first readings of new electric-vehicle parking regulations, conditional-use permits for a drive-through restaurant at 505 W. Roosevelt Road and a smoking establishment at 1210 S. Finley Road, and approval of a three-year firefighters' union contract. Other action items include suspending the waterfall transfer to pension reserves to fund a new public safety building and awarding several tourism grants.
- Award of $3,598,123.35 to John Neri Construction for Lombard Meadows Phase IV (Hawthorne Circle and Cherry Lane reconstruction)
- First reading of text amendment creating electric-vehicle parking regulations (Section 155.228) and updating code references
- First reading of conditional use and variations for a drive-through restaurant at 505 W. Roosevelt Road
- First reading of conditional use and variations for a smoking establishment at 1210 S. Finley Road
- Approval of three-year agreement (2026–2028) with Lombard Firefighters' Union Local 3009
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee will discuss amending the Lombard Traffic Code to restrict parking on Parkside Avenue. The body will also review annual and monthly reports from the Fire Department and an update on scooter restrictions.
- Proposed parking restrictions on the south side of Parkside Avenue from Main Street to the Lilac Station north access driveway
- Review of 2024 Fire Department Annual Report
- Review of January 2025 LFD Monthly Activity Report
- Update on Scooter Restriction Ordinance
Community Promotion & Tourism
This meeting of the Village of Lombard Community Promotion & Tourism was cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to approve two police officer lists. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding specific employee personnel matters.
- Approval of the Initial Police Officer Eligibility List
- Approval of the Final Police Officer Lateral List
- Executive session regarding employee appointment, compensation, discipline, or dismissal
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
This is a special meeting of the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission with a single agenda item: a review of records stored by the Lombard Historical Society concerning the Cemetery Committee. The item is marked 'for information only,' so no decisions or votes are expected.
- Review of cemetery records stored by the Lombard Historical Society (for information only)
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee will review and recommend on two proposals: a three-year suspension of the waterfall transfer to pension and economic development fund reserves, and a $1 million transfer from the Hotel/Motel Tax Fund to the Building Fund. The committee will also receive updates on the Capital Infrastructure Plan and the state budget, and approve minutes from January 27.
- Proposed three-year suspension of waterfall suspension to Pension and Economic Development Fund Reserves (item 250088)
- Proposed $1 million transfer from Hotel/Motel Tax Fund to Building Fund (item 250089)
- Update on Capital Infrastructure Plan (CIP)
- State Budget Update
- Approval of January 27, 2025 meeting minutes
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will discuss implementing a broader 1% Non-Home Rule Sales Tax and updating the Village Code for board agenda items. The board is also reviewing conditional uses for a motor vehicle business and a nine-unit multi-family building.
- Proposed 1% Non-Home Rule Municipal Retailers' and Service Occupation Tax
- Conditional use for motor vehicle sales and service at 434 E. North Avenue
- Variation for a nine-unit multi-family building at 227 S. Westmore-Meyers Road
- Contract for snow and debris hauling with Utility Transport Company up to $96,870.00
- Parking prohibitions on Magnolia Circle and Cherry Lane
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission will consider approving the minutes from its February 11, 2025 meeting. It will also review a request to designate the old‑style sign at 16 S. Park Avenue (Punky’s Pub) as a historic sign in District 1, based on a finding of fact from the earlier public hearing.
- Approval of February 11, 2025 meeting minutes
- Consideration of historic sign designation for Punky’s Pub sign at 16 S. Park Avenue (District #1)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two petitions in the B4A Roosevelt Road Corridor District. One seeks a drive-through for a restaurant at 505 W. Roosevelt Road and recognition of existing off-site parking. The other requests a smoking establishment at 1210 S. Finley Road, with off-site parking, outdoor services, and marquee sign variations.
- 505 W. Roosevelt Road: conditional use for drive-through accessory to restaurant, recognition of off-site parking, and variations for lot size, side yard, landscaping, and parking lot design.
- 1210 S. Finley Road: conditional use for a smoking establishment, off-site parking from 505 and 515 W. Roosevelt Road, outdoor services with 30-foot setback from west lot line, and variation for marquee signs.
- Both properties seek variations to continue conditions existing since 1977 regarding lot size and standards.
- Meeting includes approval of January 27, 2025 minutes and public participation period.
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission will consider whether the sign at 16 S. Park Ave qualifies for historic sign designation in District 1. The commission will also review and approve the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting and request that the Village Board acknowledge receipt of the 2024 Annual Report.
- Request to designate Punky’s Pub Old Style sign at 16 S. Park Ave as a historic sign (District 1)
- Approval of minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting
- Request for Village Board acknowledgment of the 2024 Historic Preservation Commission Annual Report
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
The Public Works Committee will vote on several change orders for infrastructure projects, including a final balancing change order decreasing the Downtown Sidewalk contract by $116,167 and an increase of $7,586 for a sewer rehabilitation project. They will also consider an amended agreement with the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network to continue membership. Information items include a review of the updated Sustainability Framework and a 2024 capital improvement budget-to-actual report.
- Downtown Sidewalk Improvement Project: final balancing change order decreasing contract by $116,167.44
- Large Diameter Combined Sewer Rehabilitation Project: change order increasing contract by $7,586.33
- Right-of-Way Tree and Stump Removal Program: change order increasing contract by $25,000 due to USDA grant
- East St. Charles Road Sidewalk Improvement Project: extension of completion deadline to July 22, 2025
- Amended IPWMAN Agreement to continue Village membership in mutual aid network
Economic & Community Development Committee
The Economic & Community Development Committee will consider three new business items: a minor amendment to the Prairie Food Co-op Business Retention Economic Incentive and Sales Tax Agreement adjusting construction deadlines, an Improvement & Renovation Grant for O'Neill's Pub at 236 E. St. Charles Road, and a Downtown Improvement & Renovation facade grant for Vibe Cafe at 22 W St. Charles Road. The committee will also vote to approve the January 13, 2025 meeting minutes.
- 250075: O'Neill's Pub (236 E. St. Charles Road) requesting approval of an Improvement & Renovation Grant for eligible exterior renovations (District 4)
- 230131: Consideration of a minor amendment to the Prairie Food Co-op Business Retention Economic Incentive and Sales Tax Agreement addressing project construction deadlines (District 5)
- 250074: Vibe Cafe (22 W St. Charles Road) requesting approval of a Downtown Improvement & Renovation facade grant for a proposed new awning (District 1)
- Approval of the January 13, 2025 meeting minutes
Community Relations Committee
The Community Relations Committee meeting scheduled for February 10, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2025.
Village Board of Trustees
The Lombard Village Board will vote on a consent agenda including payroll, accounts payable, liquor license adjustments, and equipment purchases. Separate items include a design contract for Main Street resurfacing from St. Charles Road to North Avenue, a nine-unit multi-family development at 227 S. Westmore-Meyers Road, and several tourism grant applications for the Lilac Parade and related events. The board will also consider a retail business grant program amendment and annual software subscriptions totaling $375,200.
- Main Street resurfacing design engineering contract with Civiltech Engineering, Inc., not to exceed $361,708.48
- Plan Commission recommendation to allow a nine-unit multi-family building at 227 S. Westmore-Meyers Road via a zoning variation
- Purchase of seven Zoll X-Series cardiac monitors for fire fleet at $284,068.94, with trade-in of old monitors for $7,500
- Annual software subscriptions for FY2025 at not to exceed $375,200
- Tourism grants: $25,000 for Lilac Parade, $2,000 for Lilac Sale, $10,000 for Lilac Princess Program, $5,000 for Arts and Craft Fair, $5,000 for Farmers Market
Board of Building Appeals
The Board of Building Appeals meeting scheduled for February 5, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular scheduled meeting is May 7, 2025.
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The Public Safety & Transportation Committee is discussing amendments to the Lombard Traffic Code to prohibit parking on specific sections of Magnolia Circle and Cherry Lane. The committee is reviewing these changes before recommending them to the Village Board.
- Proposed parking prohibitions on the North side of Magnolia Circle from Cherry Lane to Lilac Way
- Proposed parking prohibitions on the East side of Cherry Lane from Wilson Avenue to the North dead end
- Discussion regarding potential future parking restrictions on Hawthorn Circle
- Review of Fire Department activity reports for November and December 2024
Community Promotion & Tourism
The Community Promotion & Tourism Committee will consider five Local Tourism Grant applications for 2025 events, totaling $48,075 in requested funds from Hotel/Motel taxes. The largest request is $19,000 for the Lombard Brew Fest. Other requests include the Lombard Cycling Classic, Food Truck Social, Spooktacular, and Candy Cane Lane Holiday Market.
- 250018: $19,000 grant request from Lombard Junior Women's Club for Lombard Brew Fest on July 19, 2025
- 250019: $10,000 grant request from Prairie State Cycling Series for Lombard Cycling Classic on July 22, 2025
- 250020: $4,075 grant request from Lombard Historical Society for Food Truck Social on September 6, 2025
- 250021: $10,000 grant request from Lombard Area Chamber of Commerce for Spooktacular on October 19, 2025
- 250022: $5,000 grant request from Lombard Area Chamber of Commerce for Candy Cane Lane Holiday Market on December 6, 2025
Foreign Fire Tax Board
The Foreign Fire Tax Board will meet to approve minutes from November 22, 2024, discuss unfinished business regarding personalized radio straps, and consider several new purchases for fire stations including a stereo receiver, projector screen, ear protection, athletic shoes, a vacuum, fitness wear, and fire hose washers.
- Personalized Radio Straps (unfinished business)
- Purchase of New Stereo Receiver for Station 45
- Purchase of New Projector Screen for Station 45
- Purchase of Ear Protection for Vehicles and Shops
- Purchase of New Fire Hose Washers
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission holds public hearings on a continued request for motor vehicle sales/service at 434 E. North Avenue, a variation to allow a nine-unit multi-family building at 227 S. Westmore-Meyers Road, and two text amendments on electric vehicle parking and clear lines of sight. The meeting also includes approval of December 16, 2024 minutes and public comment.
- 240397 PC 24-15: Continued public hearing for conditional use to allow motor vehicle sales and service at 434 E. North Avenue
- 250040 PC 25-01: Variation request to allow nine three-bedroom units at 227 S. Westmore-Meyers Road (density increase from 7 to 9 units)
- 250041 PC 25-02: Text amendment to create electric vehicle parking regulations and update director titles
- 250042 PC 25-03: Text amendment to clarify clear lines of sight areas definitions and regulations
Finance & Administration Committee
The Finance & Administration Committee will approve the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting and discuss other business. It will review and make a recommendation on proposed changes to the village’s non‑home rule sales tax. The committee will consider funding options for public safety facilities and review the December 2024 financial report. Future meeting dates for February 24, March 24, and April 28, 2025 will be set.
- Approval of December 2, 2024 meeting minutes
- Review and recommendation of proposed changes to non‑home rule sales tax (Item 250058)
- Funding options for public safety facilities (Item 250060)
- Review of December 2024 financial report
- Future meeting dates: February 24, March 24, April 28, 2025
Village Board of Trustees
The Lombard Village Board will vote on purchasing two tandem axle trucks for a total of $541,301 via a waiver of bids, and on second-reading ordinances for conditional uses at three industrial properties and a subdivision variation. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling over $4.6 million and several other contracts and bids.
- Purchase of two Freightliner tandem axle trucks from TransChicago for $247,966 and upfitting from Henderson Products for $293,335 (item E)
- Conditional use for a contractor storage yard at 324 Eisenhower Lane N (Davey Tree, item F)
- Conditional use for outside materials storage at 10 W. North Avenue (Chicago Pallet, item G)
- Conditional use for building material sales at 11 N. Chase and 734 E. St. Charles Road (item H)
- Subdivision variation for front yard setback at 614-630 W. Meadow Avenue (Suraiya Subdivision, item I)
Zoning Board of Appeals
This meeting has been cancelled. No business will be conducted. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 26, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled, no items considered.
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and provide a preliminary conclusion on whether the Old Style sign at Punky's Pub (16 S. Park Avenue) meets criteria for a landmark site. The commission will also elect officers, review bylaws, and adopt the 2025 work program covering software updates, CLG grant priorities, and Great Western Trail signage.
- Request for historical sign designation for Punky's Pub Old Style sign at 16 S. Park Avenue (item 250036)
- Election of officers for 2025 (item 250039)
- Review and revision of commission bylaws (item 250037)
- Adoption of 2025 work program including software update, CLG grant prioritization, and Great Western Trail signage project (item 250038)
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission
The Lombard Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings, approve the minutes from the April 19, 2022 meeting, and discuss new business items. The primary new business item is a request to designate the old‑style sign at Punky's Pub (16 S. Park Avenue, District #1) as a historic landmark. The commission will also review the Great Western Trail signage project.
- Request to designate Punky's Pub old‑style sign at 16 S. Park Ave. as a historic landmark (District #1)
- Great Western Trail signage project
- Approval of minutes from the April 19, 2022 meeting
Village Board of Trustees
The meeting scheduled for January 16, 2025, has been cancelled. It has been rescheduled for January 23, 2025.
Foreign Fire Tax Board
The January 16, 2025 meeting of the Lombard Foreign Fire Tax Board has been cancelled and rescheduled to January 28, 2025. The agenda contains only procedural items with no substantive discussions or decisions planned.
Community Promotion & Tourism
The Lombard Community Promotion & Tourism board will approve the September 3, 2024 meeting minutes and then discuss several local tourism grant applications. The agenda includes requests ranging from $2,000 to $25,000 to fund events such as the Lilac Parade, Lilac Sale, Lilac Times Arts and Craft Fair, Lombard Farmers Market, and the Lilac Princess Program. All grants would be funded from Hotel/Motel funds and cover expenses like village services, advertising, and event supplies.
- Grant $25,000 for Lombard Lilac Parade (parade on May 18, 2025) – covers village services, honorariums, advertising, and recognition expenses.
- Grant $2,000 for Lilac Sale (May 8, 2025) – covers purchase of lilacs, pots, soil, labels, and containers.
- Grant $5,000 for Lilac Times Arts and Craft Fair (May 4, 2025) – covers village services (Public Works, Police, Fire) and waste management.
- Grant $5,000 for Lombard Farmers Market (May 20–Oct 7, 2025) – covers village services and public works overtime for barricades at South Park.
- Grant $10,000 for Lilac Princess Program (March–June 18, 2025) – covers scholarships for Lilac Court and costs of the 95th Lilac Court Reunion.
Public Works & Environmental Concerns
This meeting of the Lombard Public Works & Environmental Concerns committee has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 11, 2025.
Community Relations Committee
The committee will consider approval of the 2025 Victim Services Contract with the Association for Individual Development (A.I.D.) and a proposed policy on recognizing government, cultural, and religious holidays. They will also approve the minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting.
- 240407: Consider 2025 Victim Services Contract with Association for Individual Development (A.I.D.) for crisis intervention and counseling
- 240408: Review proposed Policy on Recognition of Government, Cultural and Religious Holidays for business planning and operations
- Approval of minutes from September 9, 2024 Community Relations Committee meeting
Economic & Community Development Committee
The Committee will consider a request for a Retail Business Grant not to exceed $20,000 for a proposed coffee shop with ancillary art supplies sales and classes at 22 West St. Charles Road (Common Grounds - Vibe Cafe). They will also discuss amendments to the Retail Business Grant Program concerning payout provisions for non-restaurant businesses. Other agenda items include approval of November 2024 minutes, Downtown Lombard TIF grant closeouts, and development updates.
- Request for Retail Business Grant for Common Grounds - Vibe Cafe at 22 West St. Charles Road, up to $20,000
- Discussion of Retail Business Grant Program text amendments for payout provisions
- Approval of November 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Downtown Lombard TIF Grant Closeouts and Dispersals
- Development Updates
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will consider several conditional use permits recommended by the Plan Commission, including a contractor storage yard at 324 Eisenhower Lane North (Davey Tree), outdoor materials storage at 10 W. North Avenue (Chicago Pallet), and a building material sales yard at 11 N. Chase/734 E. St. Charles Road. A petition for a private school at 851 Parkview Boulevard has been withdrawn. The consent agenda includes payroll and accounts payable totaling over $9.4 million, a tree removal contract renewal for $52,495, and professional services agreements for engineering and pond maintenance.
- Conditional use for contractor equipment storage yard at 324 Eisenhower Lane North (Davey Tree) – Plan Commission recommends approval
- Conditional use for outdoor materials storage at 10 W. North Avenue (Chicago Pallet) – Plan Commission recommends approval
- Withdrawal of private school conditional use petition at 851 Parkview Boulevard
- Variation for front yard setback at 614-630 W. Meadow Avenue (Suraiya Subdivision) – Plan Commission recommends approval
- Tree and stump removal contract renewal with Homer Tree Care, Inc. for $52,495
Public Safety & Transportation Committee
The meeting scheduled for January 8, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 5, 2025.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for January 2, 2025, has been cancelled and rescheduled to January 9, 2025. The agenda included standard items such as committee reports, consent agenda items, and ordinances on first and second reading.
- Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to January 9, 2025
- Committee reports: Community Promotion & Tourism, Community Relations, Economic/Community Development, Finance & Administration, Public Safety & Transportation, Public Works & Environmental Concerns
- Consent agenda items: Payroll/Accounts Payable, Ordinances on First and Second Reading, Resolutions
- Items for Separate Action: Ordinances on First and Second Reading, Resolutions, Other Matters
- Agenda Items for Discussion