Oak Park public meetings in 2025

Tri-Board Committee

The Tri-Board Committee will review financial reports from the IGA Fiscal Agent and Collaboration for Early Childhood. Members will also receive updates from the IGA Work Group and the Equitable Access Subcommittee.

• IGA Fiscal Agent Report
• Collaboration for Early Childhood Quarterly Financials
• IGA Work Group Update and Memo
• Equitable Access Subcommittee Update
• Report to the IGA Governing Board

President and Board of Trustees

The Village Board will finalize the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and approve the 2025 property tax levy, including abatements for bond debt service. The meeting includes the adoption of the budget ordinance and the approval of $10,017,150.30 in bills from late November. Additionally, the Board will address traffic changes for the Oak Park Avenue Streetscape Project and approve several service contracts.

• Adoption of the FY2026 Budget (ORD 25-220) and 2025 Property Tax Levy (ORD 25-213)
• Approval of $10,017,150.30 in bills from November 2-29, 2025 (MOT 25-287)
• Temporary moratorium on truck bans on Chicago Avenue until Dec 31, 2026, for Oak Park Avenue project (ORD 25-223)
• Approval of $4.5M line of credit agreement with Oak Park Public Library (RES 25-384)
• Approval of $500,000 contract with IHC Construction for 2026 water service line replacement (RES 25-296)

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board will hold a regular meeting on December 2, 2025, starting with a closed session on collective bargaining and personnel. The board will consider a consent agenda that includes a $75 million bond ordinance for streetscape and infrastructure improvements, a special use permit for four townhomes at 427 Madison Street, several resolutions for contracts and labor agreements, and a public hearing on the FY 2026 tentative budget.

• Special use permit for 4 townhomes at 427 Madison Street (ORD 25-211)
• Ordinance to issue up to $75,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026 (ORD 25-212)
• Contract with Lyons Electric Company for RRFB installations, not to exceed $628,252 (RES 25-340)
• Collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters for Streets Division, April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2029 (RES 25-346)
• Public hearing on FY 2026 tentative annual budget (ID 25-744)

President and Board of Trustees

The Board will review two conceptual design options for the Oak Park Municipal Campus, including reduced-cost versions. Additionally, the Board will consider a resolution to submit two grant applications totaling $1.4 million for the project.

• Review of two conceptual design options for the Oak Park Municipal Campus
• Resolution to submit a $1,000,000 DCEO grant for Village Hall courtyard improvements
• Resolution to submit a $400,000 DCEO grant for property acquisition for the new Police Station

President and Board of Trustees

The Board will conduct public hearings regarding the estimated 2025 property tax levy and the tentative Fiscal Year 2026 annual budget. Additionally, staff will present the proposed 2026 operating budget for review.

• Public hearing for the proposed 2025 Property Tax Levy
• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2026 Tentative Annual Budget
• Designation of 1144 Lake Street as an Oak Park Landmark
• $450,000 affordable housing grant to Oak Park Residence Corporation
• $934,810 for excess insurance coverage for Fiscal Year 2026

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold the second part of its review regarding the recommended FY 2026 budget. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from several previous meetings held in 2024 and 2025.

• Conclusion of FY 2026 Recommended Budget review
• Approval of minutes from October 29 and November 4, 2024
• Approval of minutes from July 30, August 5, and September 9, 2025

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board is meeting to consider several significant items, including first readings of ordinances that would raise water and sewer rates for 2026 and approve a major contract for the Oak Park Avenue Streetscape project. The board will also hold a public hearing on the 2025 property tax levy and vote on a motion to approve the levy amount. Other actions include approving various contracts, grants, and a traffic calming measure.

• First reading of ordinance to increase water/sewer volumetric rate by 5% and double the fixed water meter fee for 2026
• Resolution approving $18,464,984 contract with A Lamp Concrete Contractors for Oak Park Avenue Streetscape Improvements
• Public hearing and motion to approve 2025 property tax levy of $52,297,928
• Resolution approving $307,369 task order for Ridgeland Avenue Resurfacing design
• Ordinance authorizing condemnation of property at 11 Madison Street

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold its second and concluding meeting to review the recommended fiscal year 2026 budget. Staff will present budget requests for various departments, including Police, Human Resources, and Information Technology. The committee will also review Capital Improvement Program (CIP) executive summaries.

• Review of 2026 Fiscal Year Budget requests
• Departmental budget presentations for Police, Law, and IT
• Review of Village Manager’s Office budget items
• CIP Executive Summary Essential 2027-2030
• Conclusion of FY 2026 budget review

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board is considering an ordinance that would amend the 'Welcoming Village' section of the Village Code regarding the use of Village property for civil immigration enforcement purposes. The agenda includes public comment periods and a vote on this ordinance.

• Ordinance amending Article 13-7 ('Welcoming Village') on use of Village property for civil immigration enforcement

Finance Committee

The Oak Park Finance Committee will continue reviewing the five-year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2026-2030 and discuss several financial items, including the library's $4.5M operating budget request, a $55M bond refunding ordinance, and a $450,000 funding request for a mental health pilot program. The committee will also discuss adjusting the sweep account peg and adding sweep capability to two additional accounts.

• Continuation of review of Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (FY 2026-2030)
• Oak Park Public Library operating budget request of $4.5M for FY26
• Discussion on lowering sweep account peg and adding sweep capability to two accounts
• Ordinance for up to $55,000,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025
• Request from NAMI Metro Suburban and CMHB for $150,000/year for 3 years for a 'Living Room' pilot

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold its first meeting to review the recommended budget for fiscal year 2026. Staff will present budget requests for several departments, including Fire, Public Works, and Development Services.

• Review of the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget
• Village Clerk’s Office budget presentation
• Fire department budget presentation
• Neighborhood Services budget presentation
• Health, Development Services, and Public Works budget presentations

President and Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider several resolutions, including a $2.28 million fire engine purchase and a grant from the Illinois EPA. The meeting also includes discussions on special use permits for an EV charging station and a coffee drive-through, as well as a potential ordinance regarding federal immigration enforcement on Village property.

• Purchase of a Pierce Enforcer fire engine from MacQueen Equipment, LLC for up to $2,284,000.00
• Special use permit for an EV charging station at 6104 Roosevelt Road
• Special use permit for a Dutch Bros Coffee drive-through at 316 Madison Street
• Amendment to TranSystems Corporation contract for Bridge Repair Project from $69,940 to $82,076
• Grant funding agreement with ILEPA for the DACIL-VW program up to $103,375

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear presentations from several partner agencies regarding their funding requests for fiscal year 2026. These presentations cover arts, tourism, business, housing, and neighborhood services.

• 2026 budget presentation from Oak Park Area Arts Council
• 2026 budget presentation from Explore Oak Park and Beyond
• 2026 budget presentation from Downtown Business Alliance
• 2026 budget presentation from Oak Park Housing Authority
• 2026 budget presentation from Oak Park Residence Corporation

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board is meeting to vote on consent agenda items including accepting a police oversight report, traffic calming measures, a special use permit extension, and several contracts. Regular agenda items include energy aggregation agreements, a fire department staffing study presentation, and a motion to temporarily suspend the leaf blower ordinance. The meeting also includes proclamations, commission appointments, and a vacancy report.

• Accept Pivot Consulting Group's Phase 5 Report on police oversight recommendations
• Approve traffic calming measures for northwest Oak Park, including stop signs and a park speed zone
• Grant one-year extension for special use permit at 1106 Madison Street (Interfaith Housing)
• Approve collective bargaining agreement with IAM Local 701 (Fleet Maintenance) for 2025-2028
• Approve CMAP intergovernmental agreement for pavement management plan ($4,000 Village cost)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the Village's investment portfolio held by Byline and Huntington Bank. It will also review a pre-payment for a new Pierce Enforcer 100' Ascendant Tower fire ladder truck. Finally, the committee will examine financing options for capital infrastructure projects, noting that current fund balances are insufficient for necessary repairs.

• Review of investment instruments used by Byline and Huntington Bank (ID 25-598)
• Discussion of pre-payment for a new Pierce Enforcer 100' Ascendant Tower fire ladder truck (ID 25-597)
• Review of financing options for capital infrastructure projects exceeding current fund balances (ID 25-599)

President and Board of Trustees

The Village Board will review ordinances to increase business license fees by 3% and update building permit fees. The meeting also includes several decisions regarding a proposed QuikTrip gas station and various infrastructure and service contracts.

• Proposed 3% increase to all business license fees
• Denial of special use permit, alley vacation, and subdivision plat for QuikTrip at 1141 Garfield Street
• Approval of $460,900 for PARCS equipment upgrades with Revcon Technologies
• Amendment to NewGen Strategies and Solutions contract for water/sewer study from $28,000 to $70,000
• Approval of $6,059,004.10 in bills from August 31 through September 27, 2025

Finance Committee

The Oak Park Finance Committee is meeting to review the recommended Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for FY 2025-2026, covering the Building Improvement Fund and the Main Capital Improvement Fund. This is a discussion/review item, not a final decision. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with public comment, minutes approval, and adjournment.

• Review of Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for FY 2025-2026
• Covers Building Improvement Fund and Main Capital Improvement Fund
• Public comment allowed on agenda items (3 minutes per person, max 3 items)

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first to discuss real property purchase or lease. The main business includes first and second readings of ordinances adopting updated building, plumbing, pool, energy, electric, fire, and other codes, plus a vote on denying an appeal for a ten-story addition to a landmark building. The board will also consider consent agenda items including a $440,000 grant agreement for green alleys, a resolution affirming Oak Park as a welcoming village, and several code amendments. A presentation and discussion on the Unhoused Taskforce recommendations is also scheduled.

• Second reading of ordinances adopting 2024 ICC building, pool, energy, fire, mechanical, residential, existing building, fuel gas codes and 2023 National Electric Code
• Appeal denial for ten-story addition to Boulevard Arcade Building at 1035 South Boulevard
• Resolution approving $440,000 MWRD grant for Green Alleys Project (four permeable alleys in 2026)
• Ordinance allowing domestic electric vehicles in higher weight classes to park on residential streets
• Resolution affirming Oak Park as a Welcoming Village and calling on legislators to prohibit police from concealing identities

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the recommended Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2025-2030. This review covers several specific funds including the Water, Parking, and Fleet funds.

• Review of FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• CDBG Fund review
• Water Fund review
• Parking Fund review
• Equipment and Fleet Replacement Fund reviews

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board will vote on several items, including an ordinance amending rental licensing and landlord-tenant rules, a resolution for a biodiversity study, and a motion to approve $5,955,697.44 in bills. They will also discuss police oversight recommendations and the Chicago Ave streetscape design. The agenda includes proclamations, routine reports, and consent items.

• Ordinance amending rental licensing and landlord-tenant rules (ORD 25-154)
• Contract with Greenprint Partners for biodiversity study, $120,035 (RES 25-248)
• Garfield traffic signal upgrade contract with Lyons Electric, $116,000 (RES 25-239)
• Invest in Cook grant for 2026 Neighborhood Greenway, $250,000 (RES 25-261)
• Approval of bills totaling $5,955,697.44 (MOT 25-228)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss recommendations from a rate study conducted by NewGen Strategies and Solutions. The motion seeks to concur with these recommendations and direct staff to prepare a 2026 Water Rate Ordinance. The proposed increases aim to stabilize cash flow and maintain fund balances.

• MOT 25-231: Motion to concur with 2025 Water & Sewer Rate Study recommendations
• Direction to staff to prepare a 2026 Water Rate Ordinance
• ID 25-501: Updated Finance Committee Calendar

President and Board of Trustees

The President and Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting for a Village Board Workshop. This session includes a presentation on effective governing and a review of Village Board protocols following the local election.

• Village Board Workshop - Part 2 (ID 25-517)
• Review of Village Board protocols
• Presentation on effective governing

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding its first annual budget-preparation meeting, reviewing the actuarial valuations for the Police and Fire pension funds ahead of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and property tax levy. The Police and Fire Pension Boards are invited to participate. Public comment is allowed at the start and during agenda items.

• Review of Police and Fire Pension Actuarial Reports (ID 25-452)
• Discussion to prepare for FY2026 budget and property tax levy
• Police and Fire Pension Boards invited to participate

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board is meeting to consider a range of items, including adopting a 1% grocery tax to replace the state's discontinued tax, kicking off the FY2026 budget process, and voting on two motions related to the Flock automatic license plate readers. The board will also vote on several contracts, including a $347,687 increase for the Oak Park Avenue Streetscape design and a $809,903 contract for the 2025 Bike Boulevard Project.

• Ordinance to adopt a 1% grocery tax to replace the discontinued state grocery tax
• Resolution to increase Terra Engineering contract for Oak Park Avenue Streetscape design from $1,121,790 to $1,469,477
• Resolution to approve $809,903 contract with Maintenance Coatings Co. for 2025 Bike Boulevard Project
• Motion to exercise termination provision in the Flock contract
• Motion to temporarily deactivate Flock ALPRs for up to 90 days

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the Proposed Property Tax Levy Policy. Members will also gather feedback regarding whether the Village should enact a local grocery tax to replace the discontinued state grocery tax.

• Discussion of Proposed Property Tax Levy Policy (ID 25-437)
• Discussion on impacts of grocery tax on Village revenues (ID 25-471)

President and Board of Trustees

The President and Board of Trustees will hold a discussion regarding Village Board goal setting and prioritization. A review of Village Board Protocols is scheduled for September.

• Village Board goal setting and prioritization discussion

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board will consider adopting the Bike Plan Update, which includes new on-street bike lanes on Augusta Street and Harvard Street, and will also vote on several contracts, including a sidewalk improvement project and a water service line replacement program. The board will also discuss an ordinance on mobile food vendors and receive the Police Department's annual report.

• Resolution approving Bike Plan Update with bike lanes on Augusta Street (Harlem to Cuyler) and Harvard Street (Maple to Humphrey)
• Contract with Suburban Concrete, Inc. for sidewalk improvements, not to exceed $525,000
• Contract with NG Plumbing, Inc. for lead water service line replacement, not to exceed $100,000
• Agreement with Elevate Energy for Energy One Stop Shop program design, not to exceed $125,565
• Ordinance amending Chapter 8 on mobile food vendors

President and Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review updates to residential rehabilitation loan guidelines and the creation of an emergency loan program. Staff will also present the status of Phase 1 of the E.C.H.O. program and discuss the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for federal community development funds.

• Approval of $5,107,442.84 in bills from June 1 through June 28, 2025
• Resolution for the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025 Action Plan for HUD Community Development Block Grant funds
• Amendments to Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines
• Creation of Emergency Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines
• Amendments to Small Rental Property Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines

The Village Board approved the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and action plan for federal CDBG funds, approved bills totaling $5,107,442.84, and adopted resolutions updating several residential and rental rehabilitation loan programs. The meeting also included the official retirement of Detective Allan Reddins' badge and status reports on the E.C.H.O. community program.

• Approved agenda as amended (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from the July 1, 2025 Regular Meeting (voice vote)
• Approved the Final 2025 - 2029 Consolidated Plan and PY 2025 Action Plan for CDBG funds (6-0)
• Approved April 2025 Monthly Treasurer’s Report for All Funds (6-0)
• Approved bills in the amount of $5,107,442.84 from June 1 through June 28, 2025 (6-0)
• Adopted resolution creating the Emergency Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines (6-0)
• Adopted resolution amending the Small Rental Property Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines (6-0)
• Adopted resolution as amended amending the Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines (5-0, 1 abstention)

President and Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review a first reading of an ordinance regarding gender-affirming care and consider several infrastructure and service contracts. The meeting also includes a presentation on racial equity initiatives and updates on village commission vacancies.

• First reading of ordinance adding 'Gender Affirming Care' to Human Rights Ordinance
• $4,418,280 contract with K-Five Construction Corporation for resurfacing 35 blocks of streets
• $325,477 task order for Edwin Hancock Engineering Co. for 2026 Alley Improvement Project design
• $14,614 single-family housing rehabilitation loan (SFR-104)
• Intergovernmental agreement with School District 97 for water meter data collection equipment

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, including a $4,418,280 contract with K-Five Construction for resurfacing various streets, a $325,477 engineering task order for the 2026 alley improvement project, and other routine items. The Board also held a first reading on a gender-affirming care ordinance, with trustees expressing support and requesting further community engagement. A presentation on racial equity initiatives sparked discussion, with trustees calling for faster action and more inclusive processes.

• Approved consent agenda including $4,418,280 street resurfacing contract with K-Five Construction (6-0)
• Approved $325,477 engineering task order for 2026 alley improvement project (consent agenda)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with School District 97 for water meter data collection equipment (consent agenda)
• Approved single-family housing rehabilitation loan SFR-104 (consent agenda)
• Approved amendment to TranSystems task order for Madison Street project, increasing amount to $562,882 (consent agenda)
• Tabled appointment of Richard Katz to Environment & Energy Commission; approved other appointments (voice vote)
• Approved proclamation for Day of Remembrance for Tymoteusz Karpowicz (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from 6/10/2025 and 6/17/2025 meetings (voice vote)

President and Board of Trustees

The Village Board will review several first readings of ordinances to adopt 2024 International Code Council standards for building, electric, fire, and mechanical safety. The Board will also hold a study session regarding proposed changes to residential rental licensing and landlord-tenant regulations.

• First reading of multiple ordinances to adopt 2024 International Code Council building, electric, fire, pool, energy, fuel gas, residential, and mechanical codes
• Study session on amending residential rental licensing and landlord-tenant ordinances
• Motion to concur with the appointment of Derek Eder to fill the vacancy of Susan Buchanan
• Motion to approve Juneteenth as an annual proclamation on June 19
• Approval of bills totaling $6,320,962.26 from May 2 through May 29, 2025

The Board approved the appointment of Derek Eder as Village Trustee and adopted a proclamation recognizing Juneteenth annually. The Board also approved over $6.3 million in bills and held first readings for several 2024 International Code Council building and safety codes.

• Approved appointment of Derek Eder to fill vacancy of former Trustee Susan Buchanan (5-0)
• Approved proclamation recognizing Juneteenth annually on June 19 (5-0)
• Approved bills totaling $6,320,962.26 from May 2 through May 29, 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted 2025 Community Relations Commission Work Plan (5-0)
• Approved January 2025 Monthly Treasurer’s Report (5-0)
• Approved February 2025 Monthly Treasurer’s Report (5-0)
• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving minutes, consent agenda items, and citizen commission appointments. Notable actions include authorizing a waste characterization study, a bridge repair agreement with a railroad, and amending the Community Relations Commission's structure. The agenda also includes a report on board and commission vacancies.

• Resolution approving construction agreement with Baltimore & Ohio Chicago Terminal Railroad for 2025 bridge repairs, not to exceed $41,494
• Resolution approving professional services agreement with SCS Engineers for waste characterization study, not to exceed $83,560
• Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article 19 regarding the Community Relations Commission's establishment, composition, and duties
• Ordinance authorizing sale of surplus vehicles and equipment
• Resolution renewing intergovernmental agreement with State of Illinois for municipal maintenance of state highways

The Oak Park Village Board approved the consent agenda, including the sale of surplus vehicles, a $41,494 bridge repair agreement with a railroad company, an intergovernmental agreement for state highway maintenance, and an $83,560 waste characterization study. The board also adopted an ordinance amending the Community Relations Commission's establishment, composition, and duties. All votes were 5-0, with Trustee Taglia absent.

• Approved sale of surplus vehicles and equipment (5-0)
• Adopted $41,494 bridge repair agreement with B&O Chicago Terminal Railroad (5-0)
• Adopted intergovernmental agreement with State of Illinois for highway maintenance (5-0)
• Adopted $83,560 waste characterization study with Sterns, Conrad and Schmidt (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Community Relations Commission (5-0)
• Approved commission appointments: Monika Robinson, Darien Bloom, Kirsten Weismantle (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from May 20, 2025 meeting (5-0)

President and Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $246,532 loan to support The Day Nursery's operations. The meeting also includes a presentation on the draft Bike Plan Update and discussions regarding zoning and parking regulations.

• Proposed $246,532 loan to The Day Nursery to support eight months of operations
• Presentation and discussion on the draft Bike Plan Update
• Resolution to increase Greenprint Partners, LLC contract from $52,000 to $82,000
• Resolution to increase Securitas Security Services contract from $717,031 to $800,000
• Resolution to request a $295,000 solar outreach grant

The Board approved a loan commitment and agreement for The Day Nursery, a childcare center, with a 5-0 vote (Trustee Wesley absent). The Board also adopted several ordinances and resolutions on the consent agenda, including parking rate changes, a law department amendment, and a contract increase for security services. A zoning text amendment allowing places of worship with dual use as a special use was approved. The bike plan update was presented and discussed but no final decision was made.

• Approved loan commitment for The Day Nursery (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance revising employee discount parking program (consent agenda)
• Adopted ordinance updating parking time restrictions map (consent agenda)
• Adopted ordinance amending law department code (consent agenda)
• Approved resolution releasing PY 2025 funding recommendations for public comment (consent agenda)
• Approved amendment to Climate Ready Rainscapes contract, increasing amount from $52,000 to $82,000 (consent agenda)
• Approved assignment agreement with TYLin for Bike Plan Update (consent agenda)
• Approved amendment to Securitas security services contract, increasing amount to $800,000 (consent agenda)

President and Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider several resolutions, including a $5,018,708 contract for water and sewer improvements and a new towing services agreement. Neighborhood Services will also present on the implementation of the gas-powered leaf blower ban.

• Contract with H. Linden & Sons Sewer and Water, Inc. for $5,018,708 for water and sewer improvements
• Approval of bills totaling $5,185,607.73 from April 4 to May 1, 2025
• Two-year towing services agreement with O’Hare Towing Services
• Implementation update on the gas-powered leaf blower ordinance transition
• Sponsored services agreement with the University of Illinois for $100,000

The Village Board approved the official zoning map 4-2, with Trustees Wesley and Straw voting no, citing concerns that the map perpetuates racist, exclusionary zoning. The board also approved a $5.02M water and sewer contract, a towing services agreement, and received the police oversight committee's semi-annual report. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Adopted official zoning map (4-2)
• Approved $5,018,708 water and sewer contract with H. Linden & Sons
• Approved towing services agreement with O'Hare Towing Services
• Approved $5,185,607.73 in bills
• Approved $100,000 energy efficiency education agreement with University of Illinois
• Received Citizen Police Oversight Committee semi-annual report
• Approved proclamations for Public Works Week, Building Safety Month, and Bike Month

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board will consider approving bills totaling $7,639,126.71, purchasing six 2025 Nissan Leaf electric vehicles for $133,996.20, and authorizing a $66,800 water system model update. The board will also vote on several proclamations, citizen commission appointments, and a workers' compensation settlement. The meeting begins with a closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approve bills of $7,639,126.71 from March 1 to April 3, 2025
• Purchase six 2025 Nissan Leaf S+ vehicles for $133,996.20, waiving bid process
• Authorize $66,800 engineering task order with Baxter & Woodman for water system model update
• Approve workers' compensation settlement in Case 23 WC 28845
• Approve proclamations for Farmers' Market 50th season, heritage months, and Older Americans Month

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, including $7,639,126.71 in bills, a workers' compensation settlement, a water model update contract, purchase of six Nissan Leaf EVs, and an AV design amendment. It also approved several proclamations and citizen commission appointments. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved $7,639,126.71 in bills (5-0)
• Approved workers' compensation settlement (5-0)
• Approved $66,800 water model update contract with Baxter & Woodman (5-0)
• Approved $133,996.20 purchase of six 2025 Nissan Leaf S+ vehicles (5-0)
• Approved $3,950 AV design amendment (5-0)
• Approved proclamations for Farmers' Market 50th season, Jewish American Heritage, AANHPI Heritage, Older Americans Month (voice votes)
• Approved citizen commission appointments (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from March 11 and May 6 meetings (voice vote)

President and Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will officially proclaim the results of the April 1, 2025, Consolidated Election. The meeting includes the swearing-in of the Village President, Village Clerk, and several Village Trustees. The Board will also reaffirm the village's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement.

• Proclamation of April 1, 2025, Consolidated Election results
• Oath of office for Village President Vicki Scaman and Village Clerk Christina Waters
• Oath of office for Trustees Chibuike Enyia, Jenna Leving Jacobson, and James J. Taglia
• Resolution authorizing subordination of a lien for 1017 North Harlem Avenue
• Ordinance to codify the inauguration date for elected officers

The Village Board certified the April 1, 2025 election results, swore in re-elected Village Clerk Christina Waters, re-elected Village President Vicki Scaman, re-elected Trustee Chibuike Enyia, and newly elected Trustees Jenna Leving Jacobson and James J. Taglia. The board also adopted a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement and recognized outgoing trustees with resolutions and service awards. All votes were unanimous with Trustee Wesley absent.

• Certified April 1, 2025 election results (voice vote approved)
• Adopted Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement (voice vote approved)
• Adopted resolution of appreciation for Trustee Parakkat (voice vote approved)
• Adopted resolution of appreciation for Trustee Robinson (voice vote approved)
• Approved consent agenda including lien subordination and ordinance amendment (6-0)
• Adjourned into closed session to discuss minutes and real property (7-0)

President and Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including updates to the property maintenance code and streetscape-related business supports. The meeting also includes a discussion on mobile food vendor regulations and the approval of various community proclamations.

• Alley Improvements Project contract with Triggi Construction, Inc. up to $2,534,405
• Pavement Preservation contract with R.W. Dunteman Company up to $797,994
• Ordinance to prohibit sale of intoxicating hemp and kratom products to persons under 21
• Ordinance to extend free parking at Avenue Garage from 60 to 90 minutes through November 2026
• Ordinance updating the International Property Maintenance Code to the 2024 edition

The Oak Park Village Board approved the consent agenda, which included a budget amendment, several ordinances (free parking extension, property maintenance code update, hemp/kratom sales restriction, parkway maintenance regulations), and contracts for alley improvements and pavement preservation. The board also approved multiple proclamations and commission appointments. A discussion on mobile food vendor regulations was held, but no ordinance was adopted.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Adopted FY2025 budget amendment (consent)
• Adopted ordinance extending free parking at Avenue Garage to 90 minutes (consent)
• Adopted ordinance updating property maintenance code to 2024 edition (consent)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting intoxicating hemp/kratom sales to underage persons (consent)
• Approved $2,534,405 contract with Triggi Construction for alley improvements (consent)
• Approved $797,994 contract with R.W. Dunteman for pavement preservation (consent)
• Approved Comcast franchise agreement (consent)

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board will hold a regular meeting with a mix of routine approvals and significant items. Key actions include a first reading of an ordinance to prohibit selling intoxicating hemp and kratom products to underage persons, and a consent agenda with contracts for bridge rehabilitation, an electric shuttle feasibility study, and an interim CFO. The board will also hear a presentation on municipal aggregation and community solar, and discuss updating the property maintenance code.

• First reading of ordinance banning sale of intoxicating hemp and kratom to underage persons (ORD 25-133)
• Contract with ERA-Valdivia Contractors for bridge rehabilitation, $995,668 (RES 25-170)
• Employee leasing agreement for interim CFO, up to $225,000 (RES 25-165)
• Electric shuttle feasibility assessment with T.Y. Lin, up to $58,114 (RES 25-159)
• Approval of bills totaling $4,202,745.46 for February 2025 (MOT 25-131)

The Oak Park Village Board approved the consent agenda, including $4,202,745.46 in bills, a $58,114 electric shuttle feasibility study, a $995,668 bridge rehabilitation contract, and several other agreements. They also adopted an ordinance granting a Class B-1 liquor license to Seoul Ave Corporation (Trustee Parakkat recused). A first reading was held on an ordinance to prohibit sales of intoxicating hemp and kratom to minors, but no final action was taken.

• Approved $4,202,745.46 in bills (7-0)
• Approved $58,114 electric shuttle feasibility study with T.Y. Lin (7-0)
• Approved $995,668 bridge rehabilitation contract with ERA-Valdivia (7-0)
• Approved $225,000 interim CFO leasing agreement with MGT of America (7-0)
• Approved $99,700 sewer manhole inspection contract with RJN Group (7-0)
• Approved $94,635 purchase of three Ford Maverick pick-ups (7-0)
• Approved Class B-1 liquor license for Seoul Ave (6-0, 1 recusal)
• First reading only: ordinance banning sale of intoxicating hemp/kratom to minors

President and Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure, equipment purchases, and professional services. Key discussions include amending the zoning ordinance to merge the Community Design Commission with the Zoning Board of Appeals and reviewing a draft Economic Vitality Strategic Plan.

• Ordinances to eliminate the Community Design Commission and reassign its duties
• Resolution to use $1,811,680.00 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for street maintenance
• Purchase of a 2025 John Deere 320 P Backhoe Loader for $122,224.09
• Task order for Edwin Hancock Engineering Co. for alley improvements up to $198,520
• Extension of Thrive Counseling Center agreement up to $83,000

President and Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider several resolutions, including rejecting a high bid for Oak Park Avenue streetscape improvements and approving a Vision Zero traffic safety plan. The meeting also includes a study session on homeownership programs aimed at addressing racial and ethnic gaps.

• Rejection of $22,777,278 bid for Oak Park Avenue Streetscape Improvements
• Approval of Oak Park Vision Zero Action Plan to reach zero traffic deaths by 2035
• Task order for Civiltech Engineering for traffic signal studies up to $247,128
• Contract for G.A. Paving, LLC for utility pavement patching up to $250,000
• Amendment to Village Manager Kevin J. Jackson's employment agreement

President and Board of Trustees

The Village Board will review design feedback for the Oak Park Municipal Campus project and consider a motion regarding taxes and age restrictions for unregulated THC sales. The meeting also includes reports on pedestrian stop data and the approval of January bills totaling over $6.5 million.

• Presentation on the Oak Park Municipal Campus schematic design process
• Motion to consider tax and age restrictions on the sale of unregulated THC
• Approval of January 2025 bills totaling $6,544,178.68
• Resolution to purchase a 2024 Ford F250 pickup truck with a plow for up to $64,893.00
• Resolution authorizing settlement agreements for Workers’ Compensation cases

The Board discussed regulating unregulated THC sales, with consensus to prioritize an age restriction and staff to return with ordinance options on March 18. They also received a presentation on schematic design options for the Municipal Campus project, with cost and phasing details to be presented on March 18. The Board approved the consent agenda, including bills, a workers' compensation settlement, and a truck purchase.

• Approved agenda and minutes from Jan 28 and Feb 4 meetings (voice votes)
• Approved consent agenda including $6,544,178.68 in bills (6-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing workers' compensation settlement (consent)
• Adopted resolution to purchase 2024 Ford F250 with plow for $64,893 (consent)
• Approved appointments to Farmers' Market Commission (voice vote)
• Discussed THC regulation; staff to prepare ordinance options with age restriction priority (no vote)

President and Board of Trustees

The Village Board is considering several measures to support the Hemingway Business District during the upcoming Renew the Avenue streetscape project. Items include parking changes, new grant programs, and contract amendments for street lighting and traffic calming.

• Extend free parking at Avenue Garage from 60 to 90 minutes
• Purchase and planting of parkway trees up to $140,000.00
• New Commercial Interior Improvement and Commercial Social Media grant programs
• Increase Baxter & Woodman, Inc. engineering contract to $59,960
• Increase R.W. Dunteman Company contract for Forest and Ontario traffic improvements to $1,160,455

The Village Board approved a resolution to fund 20 emergency shelter beds at 112 S. Humphrey Ave. through an agreement with Housing Forward. The board also adopted several consent agenda items, including extending free parking at the Avenue Garage to 90 minutes during the 'Renew the Avenue' project and amending a contract for street lighting design services.

• Approved agreement with Housing Forward for emergency shelter operating costs (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance extending Avenue Garage free parking from 60 to 90 minutes
• Adopted resolution approving purchase of parkway trees up to $140,000
• Adopted resolution amending Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program guidelines
• Adopted resolution authorizing Renew the Avenue grant program guidelines
• Adopted resolution approving agreement with Hope Fair Housing for testing and education
• Adopted resolution increasing Baxter & Woodman engineering contract ceiling to $59,960
• Adopted resolution increasing R.W. Dunteman traffic calming contract ceiling to $1,160,455

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board will consider a consent agenda including $6,824,626 in bills, a sewer inspection database contract, and traffic calming measures. They will also discuss the draft Vision Zero Action Plan and a Madison Street corridor traffic study, and vote on several liquor licenses and a special use permit for a massage business.

• Approve bills totaling $6,824,626 for Dec 1-28, 2024
• Contract with RJN Group for sewer database support up to $141,680
• Traffic calming on 700/800 blocks N. Lombard Ave and 800 block N. Taylor Ave
• Special use permit for Massage Envy at 971 Lake Street
• Landmark designation for 1132-42 Lake Street

The Board approved the consent agenda including $6,824,626 in bills, traffic calming on N. Lombard and N. Taylor Avenues, a sewer inspection contract with RJN Group, and several resolutions including a school emergency MOU with District 97. Two new restaurant liquor licenses were approved for Mira Social and Breakfast House. The Board also discussed the draft Vision Zero Action Plan and approved the Madison Street Corridor Traffic Study, but took no final vote on Vision Zero itself.

• Approved $6,824,626 in bills for Dec 1-28, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved traffic calming on 700/800 blocks N. Lombard and 800 block N. Taylor (6-0)
• Adopted $141,680 sewer inspection contract with RJN Group, waiving bidding (6-0)
• Adopted school emergency rapid-entry MOU with District 97 (6-0)
• Adopted hotel tax ordinance amendment (6-0)
• Granted special use permit for massage service at 971 Lake St (6-0)
• Designated 1132-42 Lake St as Oak Park landmark (6-0)
• Approved B-1 liquor licenses for Mira Social and Breakfast House (6-0 each)

President and Board of Trustees

The President and Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on January 22, 2025. The Board is expected to adjourn into an executive session to discuss the compensation and performance of specific employees.

• Special meeting regarding employment compensation and performance

The Village of Oak Park President and Board of Trustees held a special meeting on January 22, 2025. The board voted to adjourn into executive session to discuss employment compensation and performance of specific employees, and then adjourned the meeting. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Approved motion to adjourn to executive session (voice vote)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (voice vote)

President and Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss the draft Vision Zero Action Plan aimed at eliminating transportation-related deaths and injuries. Other items include approving sewer inspection support and reviewing various municipal resolutions and ordinances.

• Approval of $6,824,626 in bills from December 1 to December 28, 2024
• Sewer inspection database and 5-year improvement plan contract with RJN Group, Inc. up to $141,680
• Discussion of the draft Oak Park Vision Zero Action Plan
• Traffic calming recommendations for 700/800 blocks of N. Lombard Ave. and 800 block of N. Taylor Ave.
• Liquor license ordinances for Mira Social and Breakfast House

President and Board of Trustees

The President and Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on January 16, 2025. The agenda includes a motion to adjourn into an executive session to discuss the compensation and performance of specific employees.

• Special meeting regarding employment compensation and performance

President and Board of Trustees

The Oak Park Village Board will consider consent agenda items including water meter equipment purchases, landscape maintenance contract renewals, a collective bargaining agreement, and special use permits. They will also receive presentations on the Economic Vitality Strategic Plan and the 2022 greenhouse gas inventory, and consider adopting energy efficiency grant program guidelines.

• Resolution approving up to $150,000 for water meter reading equipment from Ferguson Waterworks, waiving bid process
• Resolution approving up to $250,000 for water meters and parts from Ferguson Waterworks, waiving bid process
• Renewal of landscape maintenance contract with CityEscape Garden & Design LLC for up to $231,000 in 2025
• Renewal of seasonal container display contract with CityEscape Garden & Design LLC for up to $115,000 in 2025
• Special use permit for reception/banquet facility at 6537 North Avenue and massage establishment at 423 ½ North Marion Street

The Oak Park Village Board approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for water meter equipment, landscape maintenance, a collective bargaining agreement with IBEW, and special use permits for a banquet facility and massage service. The board also adopted the Sustainability Fund Energy Efficiency Grant Program Guidelines. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved water meter reading equipment purchase agreement with Ferguson Waterworks up to $150,000 (6-0)
• Approved water meters and parts purchase agreement with Ferguson Waterworks up to $250,000 (6-0)
• Approved renewal of landscape maintenance contract with CityEscape Garden & Design up to $231,000 (6-0)
• Approved renewal of seasonal container display contract with CityEscape up to $115,000 (6-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with IBEW for 2025-2027 (6-0)
• Approved Granicus subscription renewal for website services (6-0)
• Adopted special use permit for reception/banquet facility at 6537 North Avenue (6-0)
• Adopted special use permit for massage service at 423 ½ North Marion Street (6-0)