Palos Heights public meetings in 2024

Water & Sewer Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Water & Sewer Committee on December 24, 2024, has been cancelled.

Public Safety Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Public Safety Committee on December 24, 2024 has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Planning & Zoning Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Planning & Zoning Committee on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning & Zoning Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Planning & Zoning Committee for December 24, 2024, has been cancelled.

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

This meeting of the Municipal Grounds & Property Committee has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The City Council will consider transferring over $4.4 million between city funds and approve several special use ordinances for businesses. The body is also deciding on 2025 pricing for pool and recreation passes and approving multiple infrastructure payments.

• Fund balance transfer of $1,730,938.00 from General Fund to Capital Improvement Fund
• Fund balance transfer of $2,765,008.00 from Water & Sewer Capital Projects Fund
• Zoning variance for a 10-foot rear yard setback at 122 33 S. 71st Avenue
• Special use ordinances for a fitness center at 12332 S. Harlem Avenue and an indoor playground at 6515 W. 127th Street
• Payment of $244,383.39 to Simpson Construction for the Pool Improvement Project

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular scheduled meeting of the Palos Heights Zoning Board of Appeals for December 11, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Roads & Construction Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Roads and Construction Committee on December 10, 2024, has been cancelled; no business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will hear reports on Lake Katherine and Parks and Recreation, then vote on motions to approve 2025 pool pass and room rental pricing, and authorize payments for the pool project and recreation software.

• Motion to approve 2025 resident and non-resident pool pass pricing
• Motion to approve 2025 non-resident room rental pricing
• Motion to approve payment #4 to Simpson Construction: $244,383.39 for Pool Improvement Project
• Motion to approve payment to Parkreation LLC: $12,995.50 for pool shade
• Motion to approve annual payment to Vermont Systems: $10,824.27 for recreation registration software

Finance Committee

The Palos Heights Finance Committee will meet to approve routine bills, consider a fund balance transfer, and review the Al Basha Sign Grant application. The committee also plans to recess into executive session to discuss personnel matters. The meeting follows previous approvals of bills and a proposed 2024 tax levy ordinance from the November special meeting.

• Approval of Thomas Brown bills
• Approval of Hiskes & Dillner bills
• Fund Balance Transfer
• Al Basha Sign Grant Application
• Recess to executive session for personnel matters

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to approve minutes and bills. The primary item for approval is the cost of holiday refreshments for the Ishnala Homeowners Association.

• Approval of bills for Holiday Refreshments for Lights in the Heights for Ishnala Homeowners Association (HOA)

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the License, Permits & Franchise Committee on December 10, 2024, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur. The agenda includes only outdated reports from December 2023, which are not being considered.

• No items scheduled due to cancellation

Public Arts Commission

The regular scheduled meeting of the Public Arts Commission for December 10, 2024, has been cancelled.

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Public Arts Commission for December 10, 2024 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

City Council

The Palos Heights City Council will hold a public hearing and discussion on the proposed 2024 property tax levy at its December 3 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of the proposed 2024 tax levy

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss the proposed 2025 budget. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing and discussion of the proposed 2025 budget

City Council

The City Council will vote on the 2025 annual budget and a property tax levy of $10,857,242 for 2024. Other major items include a 3.5% increase in water and sewer rates effective January 1, 2025, approval of a police officer to join the FBI’s Violent Crimes Task Force, and several zoning variances and infrastructure contracts.

• Adoption of 2025 budget and tax levy of $10,857,242
• 3.5% water and sewer rate increase effective Jan 1, 2025
• Memorandum of Understanding for officer to join FBI Violent Crimes Task Force
• Zoning variance for 10-foot rear yard setback at 12233 S. 71st Avenue
• Payment of $136,783 for water meter replacement program

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to review and approve bills. The primary item for consideration is a payment to ImpactSign.

• Approval of bill for ImpactSign regarding a sculpture plaque

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Planning & Zoning Committee will hear three petitions: a residential rear-yard setback variance at 12233 S. 71st Ave (Docket 2024-02), a special use for a fitness/training center at 12332 S. Harlem Ave (Docket 2024-03), and a special use for an indoor playground center at 6515 W. 127th Ave (Docket 2024-04). The committee will take presentations, public comment, and discussion before voting on findings. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 28, 2024.

• Docket 2024-02: 15-foot rear yard setback variance request (10 ft vs required 25 ft) for residence at 12233 S. 71st Ave
• Docket 2024-03: Special use request for a fitness/training center at 12332 S. Harlem Ave
• Docket 2024-04: Special use request for an indoor playground center at Indian Trails Shopping Center, 6515 W. 127th Ave
• Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes, which included denial of Wiseguys Barber Lounge special use

Public Safety Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Public Safety Committee for November 26, 2024, has been cancelled.

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The Municipal Grounds and Property Committee will consider approving three payments: $18,965 to McCahill Painting for cleaning, prepping, and painting the Palos Heights Metra Station; $19,65.04 to TruGreen for the 2025 Commercial Lawn Service Agreement; and $11,208.71 to Christopher B. Burke Engineering for the Cal-Sag Trail at Lake Katherine Phase III. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a director's report on vehicle maintenance.

• Request payment approval to McCahill Painting Company for Metra Station painting ($18,965.00)
• Request approval of 2025 TruGreen Commercial Lawn Service Agreement ($19,65.04)
• Request payment to Christopher B. Burke Engineering for Cal-Sag Trail Phase III ($11,208.71)
• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes (includes past bike path feasibility study and Lake Katherine parking lot update)
• Public comment accepted via email

Water & Sewer Committee

The Palos Heights Water & Sewer Committee is considering a 3.5% increase on water and sewer utility bills effective January 1, 2025. The committee will also approve multiple payments for water meter replacements, sewer rehabilitation, and other infrastructure projects totaling over $500,000. A water tank easement agreement with Northwestern Hospital for a new 300,000-gallon storage tank is on the agenda.

• Request approval for a 3.5% increase on water & sewer utility bills effective January 1, 2025
• Request payment No. 1 & No. 2 to Calumet City Plumbing for Water Meter Replacement: $136,783.05
• Request partial payment to Core & Main for 500 ¾" meters and 500 touch couplers: $158,224.08
• Request final payment to Airy's Inc for Cypress Lane Watermain Replacement: $178,440.05
• Request approval of Water Tank Easement Agreement with Northwestern Hospital for a new 300,000-gallon water storage tank

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three zoning requests: a variance for a reduced rear-yard setback at a residential property, and special-use permits for a fitness/training center and an indoor playground. The board will take public comment and make findings of fact on each petition.

• Variance request by Kevin & Jean Whitney for a 10-ft rear setback instead of the required 25 ft at 12233 S. 71st Avenue
• Special use request by Ken Salah for a fitness/training center at 12332 S. Harlem Avenue
• Special use request by Antoinette Popovic for an indoor playground center at 6433 W. 127th Avenue
• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2024

City Council

The Palos Heights City Council will consider approving a $599,183.92 payment for the 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing Project and multiple payments and purchases for the Pool Improvement Project, totaling over $500,000. Other items include business improvement and sign grants for local shops, tree planting at Lake Katherine, and an intergovernmental agreement with Cook County Health. The meeting also covers recreation center hours, fees, and various contract approvals.

• Motion to approve $599,183.92 payment to M&J Asphalt for 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing Project
• Motion to approve payment #3 to Simpson Construction for $393,359.58 for Pool Improvement Project
• Motion to approve a business improvement grant of $2,592 for Antonio Marmo Tailor Shop
• Motion to approve purchase and planting of 17 trees and 9 shrubs at Lake Katherine Trailhead for $10,550
• Motion to adopt a Resolution for construction on state highways for 2025 and 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three dockets: a variance for a reduced rear setback at 12233 S. 71st Avenue, a special use for a fitness/training center at 12332 S. Harlem Avenue, and a special use for an indoor playground at 6515 W. 127th Avenue. The ZBA will hear presentations, take public comment, and make findings to recommend to the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 17, 2024.

• DOCKET 2024-02: Variance to allow a 10-foot rear setback instead of the required 25 feet (15-foot variance) at 12233 S. 71st Avenue
• DOCKET 2024-03: Special use request for a fitness/training center at 12332 S. Harlem Avenue
• DOCKET 2024-04: Special use request for an indoor playground center at 6515 W. 127th Avenue
• No dollar amounts or contract awards are mentioned in the agenda

Public Arts Commission

The Palos Heights Public Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss old business including the Lights in the Heights event, recap of Light up the Art Garden, and approval of bills. New business will focus on the future of the commission itself. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Discussion of Lights in the Heights event
• Recap of Light up the Art Garden
• Approval of bills
• Future of the Public Arts Commission discussed as new business

Roads & Construction Committee

The Roads & Construction Committee will vote on approving a $599,183.92 payment to M&J Asphalt Paving for the 2024 MFT road resurfacing project. They will also consider a Master License Agreement with Zayo Group for use of city rights-of-way and a resolution for construction on state highways. Additionally, the committee will review drainage improvements on Harold Avenue and approve a $10,799.85 payment to Morris Engineering for various projects.

• Request to approve $599,183.92 payment to M&J Asphalt Paving Co. for 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing Project
• Request to approve Master License Agreement with Zayo Group, LLC for use of city rights-of-way
• Proposed resolution for construction on state highways for 2024–2025
• Update on Harold Avenue drainage improvements
• Request to approve $10,799.85 payment to Morris Engineering for engineering services

Recreation Committee

The Palos Heights Recreation Committee will consider approving multiple contractor payments for the Pool Improvement Project and Orchard Park, including $393,359 to Simpson Construction. The committee will also vote on the 2024 holiday and 2025 calendar hours for the Recreation Center, as well as 2025 Open Gym nonresident fees. Reports from Lake Katherine and Parks and Recreation will be presented.

• Motion to approve payment #3 of $393,359.58 to Simpson Construction for Pool Improvement Project
• Motion to approve payment #5 of $64,723.35 to Hacienda Landscaping for Orchard Park Project
• Motion to approve $41,260 to Splashtacular LLC for waterslide design and materials, plus $13,752 escrow for new slide
• Motion to approve $42,260 for restoration of the current pool slide from Safe Slide Restoration
• Motion to approve 2024 holiday and 2025 calendar hours for Recreation Center and 2025 Open Gym nonresident fees

Finance Committee

This special meeting will consider the proposed 2024 Tax Levy Ordinance and a Resolution to Maximize Corporate Rate, along with a draft of the 2025 Budget Ordinance. The committee will also vote on two business improvement grants: $2,592 for Marmo Tailors and $2,000 for Discount Tobacco. Approval of standard bills from Thomas Brown, Hiskes & Dillner, and Miller Canfield is also on the agenda.

• Antonio Marmo Tailor Shop grant application: $2,592 for paving and sealcoating at 12218 S. Harlem Avenue
• Discount Tobacco grant application: $2,000 for new signage at 7210 W College
• Proposed 2024 Tax Levy Ordinance
• Resolution to Maximize Corporate Rate
• Proposed draft of the 2025 Budget Ordinance

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The License, Permits & Franchises Committee will consider approving an intergovernmental agreement with Cook County Health to provide environmental health inspection services from December 1, 2024 through November 30, 2025. The committee will also review updated permit and code compliance reports, a vehicle sticker report, and approve minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting. The September and October 2024 meetings were canceled due to lack of agenda items.

• Approval of intergovernmental agreement with Cook County Health for environmental health inspection services (Dec 1, 2024 – Nov 30, 2025)
• Permit report: 500 permits issued Oct 3 – Nov 5, 2024; $106,506.80 in permit fees collected
• Vehicle sticker report: approximately 6,700 stickers sold, $155,535 in fees collected since May 20, 2024
• Code compliance report: 12 violations and 20 inspections from Oct 3 – Nov 5, 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 13, 2024

Police & Fire Commission

This is a procedural notice for a Police and Fire Commission meeting. No specific agenda items, ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed in the provided document. The meeting appears to be a routine gathering without substantive discussion items.

City Council

The Palos Heights City Council will vote on several infrastructure expenditures, including a $380,800 contract for the Misty Meadow water tank overcoat and a $309,200 meter replacement purchase. The council will also consider an ordinance amendment to City Code Section 52 and reappoint four members to the Library Board of Trustees. Other items include sewer rehabilitation change orders and payments for water main replacement.

• Award of 250,000-gallon spheroid overcoat to Era Valdivia Contractors for $380,800
• Purchase of meters and smart point devices from Core & Main for $309,200
• Change orders for 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Program to National Power Rodding Corp. for $107,436.50
• First payment to Airy's Inc. for Cypress Lane Watermain Replacement for $305,437.95
• Adoption of an ordinance amending City Code Section 52-§52.39

Planning & Zoning Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Palos Heights Planning & Zoning Committee on October 22, 2024, has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Public Safety Committee

The regularly scheduled Public Safety Committee meeting for October 22, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items.

Public Safety Committee

The regularly scheduled Public Safety Committee meeting for October 22, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The Municipal Grounds and Property Committee will discuss and possibly approve a payment of $9,060.75 to Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for the Cal-Sag Trail Phase III project at Lake Katherine. The committee will also receive updates on Lake Katherine parking lot and a proposed bike path, as well as discuss Lights in the Heights and Recycle Coach.

• Request payment approval of $9,060.75 for professional engineering services for Cal-Sag Trail at Lake Katherine Phase III
• Update on Lake Katherine parking lot – waiting for IDOT approval on brick pavers
• Discussion of bike path concept at Lake Katherine
• Lights in the Heights event update
• Recycle Coach discussion

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water & Sewer Committee will vote on awarding the 250,000-gallon spheroid overcoat at Misty Meadow to Era Valdivia Contractors for $380,800, the lowest responsive qualified bid. Other decisions include approving $309,200 for water meter replacements, $107,436.50 in change orders for sewer rehabilitation, a $305,437.95 payment for Cypress Lane watermain relocation, and purchase of a vehicle for $52,585.

• Award $380,800 contract to Era Valdivia for Misty Meadow tank overcoat
• Approve $309,200 purchase of 950 3/4" meters, 150 1" meters, and smart point devices for 2025 meter replacement
• Approve $107,436.50 change orders for 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Program with National Power Rodding Corp.
• Approve $305,437.95 first payment to Airy's Inc. for Cypress Lane watermain relocation
• Approve $52,585 purchase of a 2023 Ford Transit-350 cargo van from Currie Motors via Sourcewell contract

City Council

The Palos Heights City Council will meet to discuss and potentially approve a property purchase, preceded by an executive session on real estate. Other business includes opening sealed bids for a water tank overcoat, approving payments for pool improvements, road restoration, and sidewalk replacements, and adopting a hazard mitigation plan update.

• Open sealed bids for 250,000-gallon spheroid overcoat at Misty Meadow
• Approve $163,559.70 payment to Simpson Construction for Pool Improvement Project
• Approve $23,591.91 to Country Landscape & Supply for 70th Ct. restoration
• Approve $18,700 for bike path resurfacing east of Memorial Park
• Motion to adopt update of Cook County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The regular scheduled meeting for October 8, 2024, was cancelled. The provided documents consist of reports on permit fees, code compliance, and vehicle sticker sales.

• Permit fees collected from Jan 1 to Oct 2, 2024: $402,126.60
• Building fines collected from Jan 1 to Oct 2, 2024: $6,500.00
• Vehicle tag fees collected from May 20 to Oct 2, 2024: $150,970.00
• Total permits issued from Jan 1 to Oct 2, 2024: 1,462

Roads & Construction Committee

The committee is discussing several payment approvals for landscaping and sidewalk work, as well as the adoption of a county hazard mitigation plan. Members will also consider an ordinance modification regarding sump pump discharge requirements.

• Payment of $23,591.91 to Country Landscape & Supply, Inc for 70th Ct restoration
• Payment of $11,741.89 to Country Landscape & Supply, Inc for work at 12412 S Richard Ave
• Proposed $18,700.00 contract with Seal Rite Asphalt Maintenance for bike path resurfacing east of Memorial Park
• Proposed $8,250.00 contract with Crest & Son’s Cement for citywide sidewalk replacement
• Payment of $21,052.88 to Morris Engineering for various city projects

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will discuss updates on the Pool Phase 1 project, Orchard Park, and general recreation. The body is considering two payments for construction and inclusion services.

• Proposed payment of $163,559.70 to Simpson Construction for the Pool Improvement Project
• Proposed payment of $7,138.78 to South West Special Recreation Association (SWSRA) for summer camp and program inclusion services
• Pool Phase 1 update regarding IDPH permits and fabrication timelines
• Orchard Park update
• Lake Katherine report

Finance Committee

The regularly scheduled Finance Committee meeting for October 8, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda and multiple spending items, including a $711,000 water meter replacement program (with up to $746,550 total), a development agreement with M Taher LLC, and an ordinance to increase Class A liquor licenses by one for Orange's Pancake House. Other actions include approving vehicle purchases, infrastructure contracts, and a reappointment to the Police Pension Board.

• Ordinance increasing Class A liquor licenses by one for Orange's Pancake House at 11845 Southwest Highway
• Development Agreement with M Taher LLC at Northwest Corner of College Drive and Harlem Avenue
• Water Meter Replacement Program with Calumet City Plumbing for 4,500 meters, $711,000 (not to exceed $746,550)
• Purchase of three 2024 Chevrolet Tahoes for $175,383 from Curie Motors Fleet
• Emergency sewer repair at 13101 Southwest Highway by Airy's Inc. for $68,927.31

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will meet to approve minutes from June 26, 2024, and receive committee reports. The meeting includes updates on local beautification and arts initiatives.

• Keep Palos Heights Beautiful report
• Adopt-A-Pot report
• Classic Car Event report
• Lake Katherine report
• Public Arts Commission report

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water & Sewer Committee is reviewing several infrastructure requests, including a large-scale water meter replacement program and emergency sewer repairs. The body is also considering various equipment purchases and software upgrades for pump stations.

• Water Meter Replacement Program extension with Calumet City Plumbing for approximately 4,500 meters not to exceed $746,550.00
• Emergency 15” sanitary sewer repair payment to Airy’s Inc. at 13101 Southwest Hwy in the amount of $68,927.31
• Water Pumping SCADA Control Software and Components upgrade with Metropolitan Pump Company for $129,509.00
• Engineering Construction oversight for Misty Meadow Tank painting with Dixon Engineering for $57,650.00
• Purchase of a 25 kW Natural Gas Generator for the Ponds of Palos Lift Station for $24,460.00

Planning & Zoning Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Palos Heights Planning & Zoning Committee for September 24, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will receive reports on police activity (842 calls), traffic crashes (47 total), DUI arrests (18 YTD), crisis intervention cases (151 YTD), and red light camera violations (223). The committee will also discuss surplus sale of a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe to Crestwood Police, procurement of four 2024 PPV Chevrolet Tahoe's using Drug Asset Forfeiture funds, and recent major thefts by deception exceeding $250,000. Additionally, they will review the police department budget, FLOCK/Axon LPR camera activity (26 hits YTD, one felony arrest), and training reports (264 hours).

• Two thefts by deception totaling over $250,000 investigated; police urge residents to call 911 before sending money
• Surplus sale of 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe (VIN 1GNLC2KC7FR557393) to Crestwood Police; proceeds to Drug Asset Forfeiture Account
• Procurement of four 2024 PPV Chevrolet Tahoe's under State of Illinois pricing, paid by Drug Asset Forfeiture monies
• Red light camera: 223 violations issued; FLOCK/Axon LPR cameras: 26 hits YTD with one felony arrest and stolen vehicle recovery
• Labor Day Grant: over 71 citations and several arrests

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The Municipal Grounds and Property Committee will consider approving a $18,965 painting contract for the Palos Heights Metra Station and a $19,600 payment for a new HVAC system at the Public Works garage. Also on the agenda is a $31,380.90 payment for engineering services on the Cal-Sag Trail at Lake Katherine Phase III and a discussion of the Urban Forestry Management Plan. The meeting will also review minutes from August 27 and receive a director’s report on motor vehicle maintenance and Lake Katherine updates.

• Request proposal approval with McCahill Painting Company for Metra Station painting – $18,965
• Request payment approval for HVAC replacement at Public Works garage – $19,600
• Request payment approval for Cal-Sag Trail engineering services at Lake Katherine Phase III – $31,380.90
• Urban Forestry Management Plan to be discussed
• Lake Katherine parking lot update and approval of previous minutes

The Municipal Grounds and Property Committee approved three payments: $18,965 for McCahill Painting Company to clean, prep, and paint the Palos Heights Metra Station; $19,600 to Thermopol-Mechanical Inc. for the HVAC replacement in the Public Works garage; and $31,380.90 to Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for the Cal-Sag Trail at Lake Katherine Phase III project. All motions passed unanimously on voice votes. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was informational.

• Approved $18,965 proposal with McCahill Painting Company for Metra Station painting (unanimous)
• Approved $19,600 payment to Thermopol-Mechanical Inc. for HVAC replacement in Public Works garage (unanimous)
• Approved $31,380.90 payment to Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for Cal-Sag Trail Phase III (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The City of Palos Heights Liquor Commissioner will hold a public hearing to consider a liquor license application. The request is for a Retailer’s Class A Liquor License for Orange’s Pancake House.

• Retailer’s Class A Liquor License request for Orange’s Pancake House at 11845 Southwest Highway

City Council

The Palos Heights City Council will vote on a resolution to close Harlem Avenue between 127th Street and Illinois Route 83 on December 7, 2024, for a winter holiday parade. Several large payments are proposed, including $206,938.35 for the Pool Improvement Project and $32,623.59 for 70th Ct restoration. The council also will consider a $10,000 facade grant for Golden Shoes and the appointment of Dan Brennan as Ward 1 Alderman. Consent agenda items include endorsing the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus' Greenest Region Compact.

• Resolution to close Harlem Avenue between 127th St and IL Route 83 on Dec 7, 2024, 10:30am-12:30pm for holiday parade
• Façade grant of $10,000 for Golden Shoes
• Payment #1 to Simpson Construction for Pool Improvement Project: $206,938.35
• Payment to Country Landscape & Supply for 70th Ct Restoration: $32,623.59
• Appointment of Dan Brennan as Ward 1 Alderman

The Palos Heights City Council approved a consent agenda, a resolution for a holiday parade road closure, a $10,000 façade grant, multiple payments for the pool project and road work, an intergovernmental agreement for pavement planning, and a directive to draft a fiber optics license agreement. The council also appointed Dan Brennan as First Ward Alderman. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, payroll, Greenest Region Compact pledge, Constitution Week proclamation (7-0)
• Approved resolution to close Harlem Avenue for winter holiday parade on Dec 7 (7-0)
• Approved $10,000 façade grant for Golden Shoes (7-0)
• Approved $206,938.35 payment #1 to Simpson Construction for pool project (7-0)
• Approved $17,116 for IDPH double doors for pool project (7-0)
• Approved $32,623.59 payment to Country Landscape & Supply for 70th Ct. restoration (7-0)
• Approved $4,000 CMAP intergovernmental agreement for Pavement Management Plan (7-0)
• Approved directing City Attorney to draft fiber optics license agreement with Zayo Group (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular scheduled meeting of the Palos Heights Zoning Board of Appeals on September 11, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Roads & Construction Committee

The Roads & Construction Committee will discuss several items including a request to approve a $32,623.59 payment for 70th Court landscaping restoration, a $4,000 intergovernmental agreement with CMAP for a pavement management plan, and a request to draft a master license agreement with Zayo Group for underground fiber optics. They will also consider a $14,667.80 payment for road striping west of Harlem Ave.

• Request first payment of $32,623.59 to Country Landscape & Supply for 70th Ct restoration
• Request approval of intergovernmental agreement with CMAP for pavement management plan with $4,000 local contribution
• Request approval to draft master license agreement with Zayo Group for fiber optics in city right-of-way
• Request payment of $14,667.80 to Superior Road Striping Inc for striping west of Harlem Ave

Recreation Committee

The Palos Heights Recreation Committee will meet to discuss the Lake Katherine and Parks and Recreation reports, including an update on the Pool Phase 1 project. The committee will vote on two motions: a $206,938.35 payment to Simpson Construction for pool improvement work and demolition, and a $17,116.00 purchase of IDPH-required double doors for the pool project.

• Motion to approve payment #1 of $206,938.35 to Simpson Construction for Pool Improvement Project work and demolition
• Motion to approve purchase of double doors for the pool project via Field Order #002 for $17,116.00
• Lake Katherine report on summer programs and construction
• Parks and Recreation update on Pool Phase 1 and other programs
• Information items include August minutes and financial reports

The Recreation Committee approved two payments for the Pool Improvement Project: $206,938.35 to Simpson Construction for completed work and demolition, and $17,116.00 for IDPH-required double doors. Both motions passed unanimously. The committee also heard updates on Lake Katherine and recreation programs, including pool season results and splash pad operations.

• Approved payment #1 of $206,938.35 to Simpson Construction for pool demolition (unanimous)
• Approved $17,116.00 purchase of IDPH-required double doors for pool project (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 13, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to approve bills for Thomas Brown and Hiskes & Dillner. The body is also scheduled to discuss a Golden Shoes Grant Application and enter an executive session for personnel matters.

• Approval of Thomas Brown Bills
• Approval of Hiskes & Dillner Bills
• Golden Shoes Grant Application
• Executive session regarding personnel matters

The Finance Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the 08/13/2024 meeting, bills from Thomas Brown and Hiskes & Dillner, a grant application for Golden Shoes, and the proposed Tiffany Square agreement. The committee also discussed delays in roofing permits and entered executive session for personnel matters.

• Approved minutes of 08/13/2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Thomas Brown bills (unanimous)
• Approved Hiskes & Dillner bills (unanimous)
• Approved Golden Shoes grant application (unanimous)
• Approved proposed Tiffany Square agreement (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for personnel matters (unanimous)

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The License, Permits & Franchises Committee meeting scheduled for September 10, 2024, was cancelled. A Building Department report on recent permit and code compliance activity was included in the agenda but no discussion or decisions occurred.

• Meeting cancelled; no action taken.
• 227 permits issued August 7 to September 3, 2024; $40,044.20 in permit fees collected.
• Year-to-date: 1,086 permits issued; $292,348.60 in permit fees collected.
• Code compliance: 0 violations in period, 127 year-to-date; $6,050 in building fines collected.

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission will consider new projects including a High 5 Student Mural, a Palmer Park Little Library, and City Hall Banner Designs. They will also review ongoing holiday events like Lights in the Heights and approve bills.

• High 5 Student Mural
• Palmer Park Little Library
• The Great Pumpkin at the Art Garden on Wednesday, October 30
• City Hall Banner Designs
• Lights in the Heights with Santa Corey and Chief Daly's holiday fire truck

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet on September 3, 2024. The provided agenda contains only the meeting notice and no specific discussion items or decisions.

City Council

The City Council will discuss expanding liquor licenses for two businesses and approving several infrastructure payments. Key items include a $309,200 expenditure for a water meter replacement program and new ordinances regarding public camping and parenting time interference.

• Purchase of 1,100 meters and related devices from Core & Main for $309,200.00
• Liquor license increases for Meshico Restaurant Inc. (7231 W. College Dr.) and 918 Winter Street Illinois LLC (12803 S. Harlem Ave.)
• Purchase of a Toyota 4runner from Oak Lawn Toyota for $49,488.00
• Water Supply Review engineering services with Strand Associates, Inc. for $137,800.00
• Ordinances regulating public camping and 'Unlawful Visitation or Parenting Time Interference'

Public Hearing

The City of Palos Heights Liquor Commissioner will hold a public hearing to consider a liquor license request. The request is due to a change of operator for the property located at 12803 S. Harlem Ave.

• Retailer’s Class B Liquor License request for 1918 Winter Street Illinois LLC, Inc. d/b/a Jewel-Osco #3053

Public Hearing

The City of Palos Heights Liquor Commissioner will hold a public hearing to consider a liquor license request. The hearing concerns a Retailer’s Class A Liquor License for Meshico Restaurant Incorporation.

• Request for Retailer’s Class A Liquor License at 7231 W. College Dr. by Meshico Restaurant Incorporation

Planning & Zoning Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Palos Heights Planning & Zoning Committee for August 27, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review police activity statistics, discuss a new mandatory body-worn camera policy that took effect August 9, 2024, and consider two proposed ordinances: one regulating public camping and another adding unlawful visitation or parenting time interference as an offense. The committee will also vote on replacing a 2020 Ford F-150 with a Toyota Forerunner and receive updates on license plate reader camera performance.

• Mandatory use of body-worn cameras executed Aug 9, 2024, following a contractual agreement with the Metropolitan Alliance of Police
• Proposed ordinance to regulate public camping within city jurisdiction
• Proposed ordinance adding Title XIII, Chapter 131, Section 131.06: Unlawful Visitation or Parenting Time Interference
• Replacement of HSI 2020 Ford F-150 with a Toyota Forerunner; lowest bid from Oak Lawn Toyota
• Axon LPR camera system identified a stolen vehicle, leading to a felony arrest and vehicle recovery

The Public Safety Committee approved three items: replacing a 2020 Ford F-150 with a Toyota Forerunner for $49,488, adopting regulations on public camping, and adding an ordinance on unlawful visitation or parenting time interference. All votes were unanimous. The committee also received reports on police activity, traffic, and various departmental operations.

• Approved replacement of HSI 2020 Ford F-150 with Toyota Forerunner for $49,488 (unanimous)
• Approved regulations on public camping within jurisdiction (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance on unlawful visitation or parenting time interference (unanimous)

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The Municipal Grounds & Property Committee will decide on two payment approvals totaling $27,611.51 for rebuilding the Lake Katherine Nature Center ramp and stairs, plus a $2,779.05 payment for engineering on the Cal-Sag Trail at Lake Katherine. Also discussed: motor vehicle maintenance, wayfinding signs, and updates on Lake Katherine parking lot and public arts.

• Request payment approval to Beaver Den Builders Inc for rebuilding Lake Katherine Nature Center ramp and stairs: $10,292.16
• Request payment approval for Nature Center ramp materials from Schillings Inc: up to $17,319.35
• Request payment approval to Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd for Cal-Sag Trail at Lake Katherine Phase III engineering: $2,779.05
• Director's report includes updates on motor vehicle maintenance and wayfinding signs
• Public comment period for residents to send comments to [email protected]

The Municipal Grounds & Property Committee approved four payments: $10,292.16 to Beaver Den Builders for the Nature Center ramp and stairs, up to $17,319.35 to Schillings Inc. for materials, $3,540.00 to Sign Outlet for wayfinding sign design concepts, and $2,779.05 to Christopher B. Burke Engineering for the Cal-Sag Trail Phase III project. All motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was informational or discussion-only.

• Approved $10,292.16 payment to Beaver Den Builders for Lake Katherine Nature Center ramp and stairs (unanimous)
• Approved up to $17,319.35 payment to Schillings Inc. for Nature Center ramp materials (unanimous)
• Approved $3,540.00 for Sign Outlet to create wayfinding sign design concepts (unanimous)
• Approved $2,779.05 payment to Christopher B. Burke Engineering for Cal-Sag Trail Phase III (unanimous)

Water & Sewer Committee

The committee is reviewing several infrastructure payments and project approvals, including water meter replacements and sewer repairs. The meeting also includes a report on 22 year-to-date watermain breaks.

• Purchase of 1,100 meters and 1,100 smart point devices from Core & Main for $309,200.00
• Sewer main replacement at 126th & Menard by Construction by Camco, Inc for $45,720.00
• Water Supply Review engineering services with Strand Associates, Inc. for $137,800.00
• Payment to Giant Maintenance & Restoration for painting 228 fire hydrants for $21,204.00
• Engineering services for Palos Hospital water storage tank from Seeco Consultants, Inc for $14,960.00

The Water and Sewer Committee approved several expenditures, including $309,200 for water meters and related equipment from Core & Main, $14,960 for geotech engineering at Palos Hospital water tank, $45,720 for emergency sanitary sewer replacement at 126th & Menard, and $137,800 for a water supply review with Strand Associates. All motions passed unanimously. The committee also authorized staff to use discretion in pursuing a $991 water bill for a resident.

• Approved $309,200 purchase of water meters and equipment from Core & Main (unanimous)
• Approved $14,960 payment to Seeco Consultants for geotech engineering (unanimous)
• Approved bid advertisement for Misty Reservoir Exterior Overcoat (unanimous)
• Approved $21,204 payment to Giant Maintenance for fire hydrant painting (unanimous)
• Approved $45,720 emergency sewer replacement at 126th & Menard (unanimous)
• Approved $23,288.85 payment to RJN Group for sewer engineering services (unanimous)
• Approved $137,800 water supply review with Strand Associates (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to use discretion on resident's $991 water bill (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance extending construction deadlines for a planned unit development at the northeast corner of Harlem Avenue and College Drive. Other agenda items include approving a 10-year bus shelter advertising contract, several payments for the Orchard Park and pool projects, and a variance for an illuminated wall sign. The consent agenda includes a special event permit for a 5K run.

• Ordinance extending construction deadlines for PUD at 7150 W. College Drive to August 31, 2025 (commencement) and February 28, 2026 (completion)
• 10-year advertising agreement with View Transit, LLC for bus shelters, Sept 26, 2024 – Sept 25, 2034
• Payment of $133,059.42 to Hacienda Landscaping for Orchard Park construction
• Payment of $41,260 to Splashtacular for waterslide design and installation at the pool
• Variance for illuminated wall sign larger than code allows at 12801 S. Harlem Ave

The Palos Heights City Council approved a deadline extension for the PUD at 7150 W. College Drive, allowing until August 31, 2025, to commence and February 2026 to complete development. The council also approved the consent agenda, the treasurer's report, and several contracts and payments, all by 5-0 votes with two absent.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, payroll, and Light the Knight 5K permit (5-0)
• Approved PUD deadline extension for 7150 W. College Drive (5-0)
• Approved treasurer's report for period ending July 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved 10-year bus shelter advertising agreement with View Transit, LLC (5-0)
• Approved payment #4 to Hacienda Landscaping for $133,059.42 (5-0)
• Approved payment #2 to Splashtacular LLC for $41,260.00 (5-0)
• Approved emergency pool water pipe repair payment to Airy's Inc. for $5,212.51 (5-0)
• Approved $47,770.00 SWSRA membership contribution (5-0)

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will discuss updates on the pool and Orchard Park projects. The body is deciding on several payments for landscaping, waterslide design, emergency repairs, and a special recreation membership.

• Payment of $133,059.42 to Hacienda Landscaping for the Orchard Park Project
• Payment of $41,260.00 to Splashtacular LLC for pool waterslide design and installation
• Payment of $5,212.51 to Airy’s Inc. for emergency pool water pipe repair
• Payment of $47,770.00 for the first 2024-25 South West Special Recreation Association membership installment
• Updates on Pool Phase 1 and Orchard Park

The Recreation Committee approved four payments, including $133,059.42 to Hacienda Landscaping for Orchard Park construction, $41,260.00 to Splashtacular LLC for pool waterslide design and installation, $5,212.51 to Airy's Inc. for an emergency pool water pipe repair, and $47,770.00 for the first installment of the 2024-25 SWSRA membership contribution. All motions passed unanimously. The committee also received updates on Lake Katherine events, pool construction, and summer programs.

• Approved payment #4 to Hacienda Landscaping for $133,059.42 for Orchard Park construction (unanimous)
• Approved payment #2 to Splashtacular LLC for $41,260.00 for waterslide design and installation (unanimous)
• Approved payment to Airy's Inc. for $5,212.51 for emergency pool water pipe repair (unanimous)
• Approved $47,770.00 for first installment of 2024-25 SWSRA membership contribution (unanimous)

Roads & Construction Committee

The Roads & Construction Committee will consider awarding a $43,587.50 contract to Country Landscape & Supply for the 70th Ct landscaping restoration project, and approving a $17,803.12 payment to Morris Engineering for various city projects. The committee will also hear the Public Works Director's report on completed work and updates, and approve the minutes from the July 9 meeting.

• Request to award 70th Ct Landscaping Restoration project to Country Landscape & Supply for $43,587.50
• Request to approve payment of $17,803.12 to Morris Engineering for engineering services
• Motion to approve minutes of July 9, 2024 Roads & Construction Committee meeting
• Public Works Director's report including MFT update and completed work (e.g., 70th Avenue drainage, LED replacement on 127th Street)
• Update on West and East Navajo Court cul-de-sac shoulder addition and CMAQ grant for pavement assessment

The Roads & Construction Committee approved a $43,587.50 contract with Country Landscape & Supply for the 70th Ct. Landscaping Restoration project, the lowest of three bids. It also approved a $17,803.12 payment to Morris Engineering for engineering services. The committee approved the July 9, 2024 minutes and heard updates on drainage and road projects.

• Approved $43,587.50 contract to Country Landscape & Supply for 70th Ct. Landscaping Restoration (unanimous)
• Approved $17,803.12 payment to Morris Engineering for engineering services (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 9, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a 10-year agreement with View Transit, LLC to operate and maintain transit advertising shelters. The committee is also scheduled to approve bills for several professional service providers.

• View Transit Shelter Advertising Agreement (term: Sept 26, 2024 – Sept 25, 2034)
• Approval of Thomas Brown bills
• Approval of Hiskes & Dillner bills
• Approval of Morris bills
• Approval of Laner Muchin bills

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The License, Permits & Franchises Committee will consider a variance request for an illuminated wall sign larger than code allows at 12801 S Harlem Ave in the Harlem Overlay District. The committee will also review the Permit and Code Compliance Report and Vehicle Sticker Report, and approve minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting.

• Variance request for proposed illuminated wall sign at 12801 S Harlem Ave to exceed size limits in Harlem Overlay District
• Permit and Code Compliance Report: 348 permits issued July 2–August 6, $74,827 in fees collected
• Vehicle Sticker Report: approximately 6,240 stickers sold May 20–August 7, $134,045 collected
• Approval of minutes from May 14, 2024 (June and July 2024 meetings were canceled for lack of agenda)
• Public comments may be submitted to [email protected]

The License, Permits & Franchise Committee approved a sign variance for Lou Malnati's at 12801 S. Harlem Ave., allowing a larger illuminated wall sign than code permits in the Harlem Overlay District. The committee also discussed vehicle sticker fees for trucks, requesting a report on truck vs. car sticker sales for the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved sign variance for larger illuminated wall sign at 12801 S. Harlem Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 14, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Requested report on truck vs. car vehicle sticker sales and funds for next meeting

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission meets to review old business including the Noral Wall repair, Fairy Garden at Lake Katherine maintenance and visitor engagement, new sculpture acquisition, and Lights in the Heights. New business items include a High 5 Student Mural, a bike rack at BoBa Tea, and a Fine Arts Fair in Naperville. The commission will also consider a request for funds from Lynda and whether two members should attend an August 27 Buildings & Grounds meeting.

• Noral Wall repair status
• Fairy Garden at Lake Katherine maintenance and future books/visitors
• New sculpture acquisition
• Request for funds from Lynda
• High 5 Student Mural and bike rack at BoBa Tea

City Council

The council will consider consent items including minutes, payroll, and tag-day requests from Knights of Columbus and Blue Cap, open sealed bids for 70th Court Landscape Restoration Services, acknowledge the resignation of Alderman Bylut effective July 31, 2024, vote on the treasurer's report, and recess to executive session to discuss the purchase or lease of real property.

• Resignation of Alderman Bylut effective July 31, 2024
• Opening of sealed bids for 70th Court Landscape Restoration Services
• Approval of tag days for Knights of Columbus (Sept 13-14) and Blue Cap (Oct 5)
• Motion to approve Treasurer's Report for period ending June 30, 2024
• Motion to recess to executive session for discussion of real property purchase or lease

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, payroll, and tag day requests from Knights of Columbus and Blue Cap. Sealed bids for the 70th Court Landscape Restoration Services were moved to the Roads and Construction Committee. The council also approved the Treasurer's Report for the period ending June 30, 2024, and authorized emergency sewer repair at Southwest Highway and 131st St. with costs not to exceed $250,000.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, payroll, and tag day requests (7-0)
• Moved 70th Court landscape bids to Roads and Construction Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's Report for period ending June 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Authorized emergency sewer repair at Southwest Highway and 131st St., cost not to exceed $250,000

Police & Fire Commission

The Palos Heights Police and Fire Commission is holding a meeting on July 25, 2024. The agenda contains only procedural notices and no specific items for discussion or decision.

Public Safety Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Public Safety Committee for July 23, 2024, has been cancelled.

Planning & Zoning Committee

This meeting of the Palos Heights Planning & Zoning Committee, scheduled for July 23, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Municipal Grounds & Property Committee for July 23, 2024, has been cancelled.

Water & Sewer Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Water & Sewer Committee for July 23, 2024, has been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the possible issuance of revenue bonds for the Trinity Christian College Association. The bonds would be used to refinance prior obligations and fund campus infrastructure improvements.

• Proposed issuance of revenue bonds not to exceed $20,000,000
• Project location: 6601 West College Drive and adjacent parcels
• Purpose: Refinance existing bonds and finance campus infrastructure improvements
• Public hearing to comply with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code

City Council

The City Council will discuss a significant bond resolution and an ordinance regarding the Public Arts Commission. The body is also reviewing several municipal contracts for road striping, pool project services, and landscaping restoration.

• TEFRA Bond Resolution for Trinity Refunding Bonds in the amount of $20,000,000.00
• Ordinance amending section 34.133 of the code regarding the Public Arts Commission
• Payment to Williams Architects for phase 1 of the Pool Project in the amount of $7,472.31
• Roadway striping West of Harlem Ave with Superior Road Striping not to exceed $15,000.00
• Five-year contract renewal with Time Clock Plus in the amount of $6,573.92

Recreation Committee

The committee will review updates for Lake Katherine, Orchard Park, and the Veteran’s Playlot. Agenda items include approving architectural service payments and a software contract renewal.

• Payment to Williams Architects ($7,472.31) for Pool Project Phase 1 services
• Renewal of Time Clock Plus contract ($6,573.92) for staff time tracking
• Updates on the Pool Phase 1 project and Orchard Park

Roads & Construction Committee

The committee will review requests for roadway striping west of Harlem Avenue and landscaping restoration bids for 70th Court. Members will also discuss the West and East Navajo Ct cul-de-sacs.

• Roadway striping contract west of Harlem Ave up to $15,000.00
• Bidding for 70th Ct drainage project landscaping restoration
• Discussion regarding West and East Navajo Ct cul-de-sacs

Finance Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of standard procedural items. The committee will recess to an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Executive session regarding personnel matters

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The scheduled meeting for the License, Permits & Franchises Committee on July 9, 2024, was cancelled. A Building Department memo provided a report on permits and code compliance from January 1 to July 1, 2024.

• 511 permits issued between January 1 and July 1, 2024
• $177,447.40 in permit fees collected from January 1 to July 1, 2024
• 111 code compliance violations recorded between January 1 and July 1, 2024
• $1,450.00 in building fines collected from January 1 to July 1, 2024

Public Arts Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Palos Heights Public Arts Commission for Monday, July 8, 2024, has been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will consider a $20 million bond resolution for Trinity Refunding Bonds. The agenda also includes motions for sewer rehabilitation, pump installations, and various maintenance contracts.

• $20,000,000 TEFRA Bond Resolution for Trinity Refunding Bonds
• $441,225 award for the 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Program
• $19,110 purchase of a new Lake Katherine Waterfall Pump
• Ordinance amendment regarding the Public Arts Commission
• $72,485 payment for roof replacement at the 80th Ave Pump Station

Beautification Committee

The committee will discuss the structure of the Beautification, Classic Car, Adopt-A-Pot, and Awards committees. The meeting also includes committee reports and approval of May 29, 2024, minutes.

• Review of subcommittee structures
• Approval of May 29, 2024, meeting minutes
• Committee reports for Keep Palos Heights Beautiful, Adopt-A-Pot, and others

Public Safety Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Palos Heights Public Safety Committee on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, has been cancelled.

Planning & Zoning Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Palos Heights Planning & Zoning Committee for Tuesday, June 25, 2024, has been cancelled. This notice contains only the cancellation announcement.

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The Municipal Grounds & Property Committee will consider several infrastructure and maintenance requests. Items include purchasing a new waterfall pump for Lake Katherine and installing an HVAC system in the Public Works garage. The committee will also review payments for brick paver maintenance on Harlem Avenue.

• Purchase of Lake Katherine Waterfall Pump from Flow-Technics, Inc. ($19,110.00)
• Installation of Public Works garage HVAC system by Thermopol-Mechanical Inc. ($19,600.00)
• Harlem Ave brick paver maintenance payment to Country Landscape & Supply, Inc. ($16,941.61)
• Purchase of SSL mower from Alta Equipment Company ($19,436.00)
• Lake Katherine pump installation by Genco Industries ($11,700.00)

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water & Sewer Committee will review several infrastructure projects and service contracts. This includes the 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Program award and maintenance programs for fire hydrants and valves. The committee will also consider payments for completed sewer work and pump station repairs.

• Awarding 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Program to National Power Rodding Corp for $441,225.00
• Roof replacement at 80th Ave Pump Station up to $72,485.00
• Fire hydrant maintenance and watermain capacity testing for $18,810.00
• Soil disposal for 503.70 tons of soil in the amount of $25,185.00
• Engineering services for 70th Ave Lift Station Rehabilitation up to $46,560.00

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution for $20 million in TEFRA Refunding Bonds and schedule a public hearing for July 16. The agenda also includes contract approvals for auditing services, pool improvements, and landscaping work.

• $20,000,000 TEFRA Bond Resolution for Trinity Refunding Bonds
• $1,855,000 bid award to Simpson Construction Co. for Palos Pool Improvement
• $54,200 contract with Cherry Bekaert for auditing services
• Approval of redevelopment agreement drafting for up to $1.2 million in project costs
• $96,277.50 payment to Hacienda Landscaping for Orchard Park Project

Roads & Construction Committee

The Roads & Construction Committee will review completed public works projects. The meeting includes updates on the Navajo Ct East & West Cul-de-sac and professional services from Morris Engineering.

• Navajo Ct East & West Cul-de-sac updates
• Morris Engineering professional services updates

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will consider a contract for the Palos Pool Improvement project and approve payments for landscaping and architectural services. The meeting also includes progress reports on Lake Katherine and Orchard Park.

• Bid award to Simpson Construction Co. for Palos Pool Improvement ($1,855,000.00)
• Payment application #3 to Hacienda Landscaping for Orchard Park Project ($96,277.50)
• Payment to Williams Architects for Pool Project Phase 1 ($14,652.90)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee approved several vendor payments and discussed increasing the city prosecutor's retainer. Members also voted to seek legal assistance for establishing a new TIF District along Harlem Avenue. Additionally, the committee authorized COVID-related pay for specific non-union employees.

• Approved $1,800.00 in Thomas Brown bills
• Approved $11,776.25 in Hiskes & Dillner bills
• Approved $889.00 to Morris Engineering for work at 12015 74th Avenue and Harlem Avenue
• Approved T-Mobile lease extension for 25 years at $3,070.38 per month
• Approved seeking a law firm to assist with a new Harlem Avenue TIF District

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Palos Heights License, Permits & Franchises Committee for June 11, 2024, has been cancelled.

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission will discuss the status of Noral Wall repairs and a fairy garden installation at Lake Katherine. The meeting also includes the introduction of potential new member Kathryn Scarim.

• Noral Wall repair status
• Fairy Garden installation at Lake Katherine
• New sculpture acquisition
• Introduction of potential new member Kathryn Scarim
• Approval of bills

Police & Fire Commission

This agenda consists only of a notice for an upcoming meeting. No specific items or topics are listed in the document. The meeting is scheduled for June 6, 2024, at 9:30am.

City Council

The council will review bids for the 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Program and consider several engineering and construction contracts. The Mayor proposed an ordinance regarding the sale of an alley right-of-way near S. Harold Avenue. The council will also meet in executive session to discuss a real estate purchase.

• Awarding Cypress Watermain Replacement project to Airy’s Inc. for $474,444.00
• Ordinance for the sale of an alley right-of-way near 12233 S. Harold Avenue
• Approval of $12,408.00 for Public Works Beehive license renewal
• Opening of sealed bids for the 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Program
• Payment to Kim Construction Company, Inc. for grout work ($6,000.00)

Finance Committee

The agenda consists of routine procedural items and a scheduled executive session to discuss personnel matters. No specific new or old business items are detailed in the document.

• Executive session regarding personnel matters

Beautification Committee

The committee will discuss the organizational structure for several subcommittees, including the Classic Car and Adopt-A-Pot committees. Members will also receive updates from various community beautification programs.

• Review of Beautification Committee structure
• Review of Classic Car Committee structure
• Review of Adopt-A-Pot Committee structure
• Review of Awards Committee structure
• Committee reports on local beautification initiatives

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will receive reports on police activity, traffic crashes, and department finances. Members will discuss a possible review of the Motorized Scooter Ordinance 72.075 and hear about a delay in installing a FLOCK Condor Camera due to a chip shortage. The committee will also recognize officers for their work on a mail theft ring and the AT&T robbery.

• $200,000 in asset forfeiture funds received from the Department of Treasury
• Possible review of Motorized Scooter Ordinance 72.075
• Delay in FLOCK Condor Camera installation at Municipal parking lot due to chip shortage
• 127 red-light citations issued in April 2024
• Police department budget report showing $1.58M in YTD expenditures against $5.17M budget

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Planning & Zoning Committee will discuss Docket 2024-01, a special use request by Hameza Salim for Wiseguys Barber Lounge LLC to operate a barbershop at 13405 S Ridgeland Avenue. The item was previously approved by the committee in April and forwarded to the city council, but it remains on the agenda for continued discussion. The meeting will also include public comment and approval of the April 23, 2024 minutes.

• Special use request for barbershop at 13405 S Ridgeland Ave (PIN 24-32-300-039-0000)
• Applicant: Hameza Salim on behalf of Wiseguys Barber Lounge LLC
• Previous committee vote: 2-2, motion carried and sent to council
• Stop work order issued Dec 12, 2023 for unpermitted construction at the premises
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The Municipal Grounds & Property Committee's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 28, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Water & Sewer Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Water & Sewer Committee on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The City Council will vote on several spending items, including $45,559.51 for pool project design and $9,500 for parking lot sealcoating. They will also consider a variance to widen a driveway at 110 Augusta Dr. and a sign variance at 12150 S. Harlem Ave. The agenda includes approval of minutes, payroll, and the treasurer's report.

• Motion to approve $45,559.51 payment to Williams Architects for pool project phase 1 design
• Motion to approve $9,500 sealcoating for Community Park and Pool Parking Lot
• Motion to approve driveway width variance at 110 Augusta Dr.
• Motion to approve metal wall sign lettering variance at 12150 S. Harlem Ave.
• Motion to approve $6,573.92 annual payment to TimeClock Plus for Parks and Recreation

Recreation Committee

The Palos Heights Recreation Committee will consider three motions: approving a $45,559.51 payment to Williams Architects for pool project phase 1 services, approving extended lighting for local baseball and softball organizations on specific June dates, and approving a $6,573.92 annual payment to TimeClock Plus. The agenda also includes reports on Lake Katherine, Orchard Park, pool phase 1, and other recreation updates.

• Motion to approve $45,559.51 payment to Williams Architects for pool project phase 1 construction documents and bid services
• Motion to approve Palos Baseball Organization and Power Softball extended field lighting until 11 p.m. on June 1 and 21, 2024, with rain dates June 28-29
• Motion to approve $6,573.92 annual payment to TimeClock Plus for administrative equipment and services
• Updates on Orchard Park, pool phase 1, and Veteran's Playlot projects
• Lake Katherine report including boat house/boardwalk construction and tree planting

Finance Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Finance Committee on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Roads & Construction Committee

The Roads & Construction Committee will vote on a final payment of $20,000 to Lindahl Brothers for the 2023 MFT program and a $4,800 landscaping restoration voucher for 70th Ct drainage work. They will also consider an $8,878.74 payment to Morris Engineering for various city projects. The meeting includes updates on the 2024 drainage work and road resurfacing program.

• Final payment of $20,000 to Lindahl Brothers for 2023 MFT program
• Landscaping restoration on 70th Ct by CNC Landscapes for $4,800
• Payment of $8,878.74 to Morris Engineering for engineering services
• Update on 2024 drainage work on 70th Ct
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 meeting

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The License, Permits & Franchises Committee will discuss code violations at 12132 S Ridgeland Ave, including a driveway and patio larger than code allows and a garage demolition without permits. They will also consider a variance request to widen a driveway at 110 Augusta Dr and a variance request for larger signage at 12150 S Harlem Ave. The meeting includes reports on permits, code compliance, and vehicle sticker sales.

• Discussion of unpermitted driveway, sidewalk/patio, and garage demolition at 12132 S Ridgeland Ave
• Variance request to widen existing driveway at 110 Augusta Dr beyond code limits
• Variance request for larger metal wall sign lettering and monument sign at 12150 S Harlem Ave in Harlem Overlay District
• Discussion of fence misalignment between 12350 S 70th Ave and 12345 S 70th Ct
• Permit fees collected $25,713.40 (Apr 4–May 8, 2024); vehicle sticker revenue $147,117.50 (May 2023–May 2024)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider vacating and selling an unused right-of-way adjacent to properties at 12233 and 12243 S. Harold Avenue. The owner at 12233 S. Harold Ave, Joseph A. Siano, is petitioning to purchase the entire 2,643 SF right-of-way for $2,643. The adjacent owner at 12243 S. Harold Ave, Marvin Van Wyck, is ceding his half of the right-of-way to Siano. No other business is on the agenda.

• Vacation and sale of 20' x 132.15' (2,643 SF) unused right-of-way adjacent to 12233 and 12243 S. Harold Ave
• Purchase price: $2,643.00 ($1.00 per SF)
• Owner Joseph A. Siano (12233 S. Harold Ave) petitions to buy entire ROW
• Owner Marvin Van Wyck (12243 S. Harold Ave) cedes his 10' x 132.15' portion to Siano
• Public hearing scheduled for May 7, 2024 at 6:45 PM in City Hall Council Chambers

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a $870,602.50 contract for the Lake Katherine Trail Link/Trailhead Parking Lot and vote on vacating and selling a 20-foot alley right-of-way adjacent to 12233 S. Harold Avenue. Other items include a special use permit for a barbershop at 13405 S. Ridgeland Avenue, several water and sewer infrastructure contracts, and a motion to enter executive session to discuss property sale or lease pricing.

• Motion to award Lake Katherine Trail Link/Trailhead Parking Lot contract to D. Construction, Inc. for $870,602.50
• Motion to direct preparation of a plat of vacation and ordinance for sale of 20-foot alley right-of-way adjacent to 12233 S. Harold Avenue
• Motion to approve special use permit for Wiseguys Barber Lounge LLC at 13405 S. Ridgeland Avenue
• Motion to award 70th Ave Lift Station Rehabilitation to Marc Kresmery Construction LLC for $547,600.00
• Motion to approve $10,663.56 for algae treatment at Lake Katherine, split 50/50 with Public Works

Public Arts Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Palos Heights Public Arts Commission for Monday, May 6, 2024, was cancelled. The notice contains only this procedural cancellation.

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board will meet to appoint new members and select a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also receive staff updates on the pool project and Orchard Park.

• New RAB member appointments
• RAB Chair and Vice Chair appointments
• Orchard Park update
• Pool Project update
• Accreditation discussion

Public Safety Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Public Safety Committee for April 23, 2024, has been cancelled. No business was conducted.

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Planning & Zoning Committee will review a ZBA hearing for a special use permit for Wiseguys Barber Lounge at 13405 S Ridgeland Avenue, which the ZBA did not recommend for approval. They will also discuss the proposed use of Hyatt Magazine at 12330 S Harlem Avenue, which may require a text amendment to the Harlem Avenue Overlay District.

• Special use request for Wiseguys Barber Lounge at 13405 S Ridgeland Avenue (PIN 24-32-300-039-0000)
• Discussion of Hyatt Magazine's proposed use at 12330 S Harlem Avenue, including office, community gathering, and seminars
• Possible revised use for Hyatt Magazine: office/publication only, retail, or combination
• ZBA did not recommend approval for Docket 2024-01; no motion was made
• Parking concerns raised for both locations

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The Municipal Grounds and Property Committee is meeting to consider several spending items: a $13,500 contract with TMK Demolition & Rehab Services to demolish a city-owned home at 12303 S 71st Ct, a $10,663.56 payment to McCloud Aquatics for algae treatment at Lake Katherine (split 50/50 with Public Works), and two approvals for rebuilding the Nature Center ramp—$11,000 to Beaver Den Builders and up to $15,000 for materials from Schillings Inc. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a director's report.

• Demolition of city-owned home at 12303 S 71st Ct by TMK Demolition & Rehab Services for $13,500
• Algae/Chara treatment at Lake Katherine by McCloud Aquatics for $10,663.56, cost split 50/50 with Public Works
• Rebuild Nature Center ramp with Beaver Den Builders Inc, not to exceed $11,000
• Purchase materials for Nature Center ramp from Schillings Inc, not to exceed $15,000
• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2024 meeting

Water & Sewer Committee

The Palos Heights Water & Sewer Committee is meeting to consider several contract awards and payments for sewer and water infrastructure projects. Key items include final payment for the 2023 sewer rehabilitation, approval to paint fire hydrants, awarding the 2024 Clean & CCTV program, and awarding the 70th Ave Lift Station rehabilitation. The committee will also approve professional engineering service payments and authorize bidding for the 2024 sewer rehabilitation project.

• Final payment of $97,536.80 to Performance Pipelining Inc for 2023 Sewer Rehabilitation
• Approval to paint approximately 202 fire hydrants by Giant Maintenance & Restoration, not to exceed $20,000
• Award 2024 Clean & CCTV Program to Sewertech, LLC for $135,520
• Award 70th Ave Lift Station Rehabilitation to Marc Kresmery Construction LLC for $547,600
• Approval to bid 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Project

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Docket 2024-01, a petition by Hameza Salim for Wiseguys Barber Lounge LLC to operate a barbershop as a special use at 13405 S Ridgeland Avenue. The board will also vote on findings of fact and may recommend approval or denial to the City Council. The applicant was previously issued a stop work order for beginning construction without required permits.

• Special use request for barbershop at 13405 S Ridgeland Avenue (PIN 24-32-300-039-0000)
• Applicant must address a December 2023 stop work order for unpermitted construction at the premises
• ZBA will also approve minutes from the January 10, 2024 meeting
• Previous meeting approved a 3-foot side yard setback variance for a detached garage at 12203 S 75th Avenue

Recreation Committee

The Palos Heights Recreation Committee is meeting to consider several payments and proposals for ongoing park and pool projects. Items include approving a legal bid notice for the pool improvement project, paying Williams Architects $29,777.44 for pool phase 1 work, paying Hacienda Landscaping $72,960.30 for Orchard Park construction, and approving a landscaping proposal for spring and fall cleanup. The committee will also receive updates on Lake Katherine, Orchard Park, the pool project, and the Veteran's Play Lot.

• Motion to approve William’s Architects Legal Bid Notice for the Palos Pool Improvement project
• Payment of $29,777.44 to Williams Architects for pool phase 1 construction documents and bid services
• Payment of $72,960.30 to Hacienda Landscaping for Orchard Park construction work
• FP United Landscaping proposal of $11,520.00 for spring and fall cleanup at parks, pool, and recreation center
• Updates on Orchard Park, Pool Phase 1, and Veteran's Play Lot

Finance Committee

The Palos Heights Finance Committee's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Roads & Construction Committee

The Roads & Construction Committee will consider awarding the 2024 MFT Resurfacing Program contract to M & J Asphalt Paving Co. for $688,925. They will also discuss a salt purchase for the 2024-2025 season, a drainage project on 70th Court, and updates on the Ishnala Drive and Seneca Road intersection.

• Request to award $688,925 resurfacing contract to M & J Asphalt Paving Co.
• 400 tons of salt committed for 2024-2025 season with 320-ton minimum purchase
• Drainage work update on 70th Court by Public Works
• Discussion of Ishnala Drive and Seneca Road intersection
• Professional services update from Morris Engineering

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

This meeting was canceled, but the agenda includes a Building Department report on permits and code compliance from March 7 to April 3, 2024, and a vehicle sticker revenue update. No decisions or discussions were scheduled due to the cancellation.

• 38 permits issued from March 7 to April 3, 2024
• $9,093.00 in permit fees collected from March 7 to April 3, 2024
• 15 code compliance violations from March 7 to April 3, 2024
• $450.00 in building fines collected year-to-date
• Approximately 6,650 vehicle stickers sold from May 18, 2023 to April 3, 2024, with $145,722.50 in total fees

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission will discuss a new sculpture acquisition and the installation timeframe for the Lake Katherine Storybook Garden. The meeting also includes updates on the Free Little Library and repairs to the Noral Wall.

• $2,053.60 expenditure recap for Barking Dog
• New Sculpture Acquisition
• Lake Katherine Storybook Garden installation timeframe
• Free Little Library updates
• Repair of Noral Wall

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Planning & Zoning Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the zoning and proposed use of 12330 S Harlem Avenue for Hyatt Magazine, which includes office work, community gathering, and women empowerment seminars. The property has been occupied since September 2023 without zoning approval or a business license, and a warning was issued in February 2024. The committee will hear a presentation from the petitioner, review staff's overview of Harlem Avenue zoning, and take public comment.

• Discussion of Hyatt Magazine at 12330 S Harlem Avenue for office, community gathering, and women empowerment seminars
• Property occupied since 9/05/2023 without zoning approval or business license; warning issued 2/26/2024
• Review of Harlem Avenue Overlay District regulations (Ordinance O-39-15) and zoning code amendments
• Approval of minutes from January 23, 2024 meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution authorizing $258,100 in local appropriations for construction and engineering of the Cal-Sag Trail Link and trailhead parking at Lake Katherine, with 80% of the $1,290,500 project funded by the federal Surface Transportation Program. Other business includes approval of contracts for uniforms, furniture, HVAC, sewer rehabilitation, and watermain replacement, as well as opening sealed bids for the 2024 Roadway Resurfacing Program.

• Resolution authorizing $258,100 local match for Cal-Sag Trail Link/Trailhead Parking at Lake Katherine (total project $1,290,500)
• Motion to approve $5,826 for new tables and chairs for City Hall conference room from Lowery McDonnell Co.
• Motion to approve $7,200 for ductless HVAC installation in City Hall conference room by Thermopol-Mechanical Inc.
• Motion to approve $34,610.40 payment to Performance Pipeline Inc. for 2023 Sewer Rehabilitation Program
• Motion to approve roof replacement at 80th Ave Pump Station not to exceed $75,000 with Garland/DBS, Inc.

Public Arts Commission

The Palos Heights Public Arts Commission is holding a special meeting at the Palos Heights Public Library on April 1, 2024. The agenda contains only one substantive item: a vote regarding an expense for the Barking Dog Storyboard project at the Lake Katherine Storybook Garden. No other public hearings or budget discussions are scheduled.

• Vote on Barking Dog Storyboard expense for Lake Katherine Storybook Garden

Beautification Committee

The Palos Heights Beautification Committee will review actual finances for 2022 and 2023 alongside a draft 2024 budget to determine available funding for community projects. Members will vote on electing John Hanley as chairman and approve the purchase of two replacement flower pots for the Adopt-A-Pot program, which sponsors street plantings throughout the city. The committee will also discuss proposed organizational structures for its own operations and the Classic Car Show, with revisions scheduled for a future meeting.

• Review of actual finances for 2022 and 2023 and draft budget for 2024
• Vote to elect John Hanley as Chairman and Bob Grossart as Acting Chairman for 2024
• Discussion of proposed organizational structures for the Beautification Committee and Classic Car Committee
• Motion to approve purchase of two replacement flower pots for the Adopt-A-Pot program

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water & Sewer Committee will consider several capital project payments and approvals, including a $34,610.40 payment to Performance Pipelining Inc. for sewer rehabilitation, a $11,145.00 controls installation at the Menominee Lift Station, a roof replacement at the 80th Ave Pump Station not to exceed $75,000, and authorization to bid the $450,000 Cypress Ave water main replacement. The committee will also review professional services payments and a geotechnical contract for the Hospital Tank.

• Payment approval to Performance Pipelining Inc. for 2023 Sewer Rehabilitation: $34,610.40
• Approval to install controls & SCADA at Menominee Lift Station with Metropolitan Industries: $11,145.00
• Approval to replace roof at 80th Ave Pump Station with Garland/DBS, Inc: not to exceed $75,000
• Approval to go to bid for Cypress Ave Water Main replacement: budgeted $450,000
• Proposal and contract approval with Seeco Consultants Inc for geotechnical work at Hospital Tank: $14,960.00

Public Safety Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Public Safety Committee for March 26, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning & Zoning Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Planning & Zoning Committee on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The Municipal Grounds & Property Committee will consider several spending items, including new tables and chairs for City Hall's Conference Room, a ductless HVAC installation, and a resolution authorizing local funds for the Cal-Sag Trail Link/Trailhead Parking improvements at Lake Katherine. They will also review payments to architects and engineers for ongoing projects. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• Approve $5,826.00 purchase of tables and chairs for City Hall Conference Room from Lowery McDonnell Co.
• Approve $7,200.00 payment to Thermopol-Mechanical Inc. for ductless HVAC system in City Hall Conference Room
• Resolution authorizing $258,100 local appropriation for Cal-Sag Trail Link/Trailhead Parking at Lake Katherine (total project $1,290,500)
• Approve $1,957.65 payment to Wold Architects and Engineers for City Hall Remodel
• Approve $8,794.21 payment to Christopher B. Burke Engineering for Cal-Sag Trail Phase II

City Council

The Palos Heights City Council will consider several spending items, including $137,532 for a pool waterslide, $59,436 for a transit van, and $26,322 for a new city clock. The council will also vote on seeking a law firm to create a new TIF district along Harlem Avenue and on an ordinance to enforce parking violations for a private homeowners association. The agenda includes approval of consent items like special event permits for Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church and Palos Power Softball.

• Motion to approve $137,532 for a waterslide from Splashtacular for the pool project.
• Motion to approve seeking a TIF law firm to create a new TIF district along Harlem Avenue.
• Motion to approve the purchase of a new city clock from Verdin Bells & Clocks for $26,322.
• Motion to approve a Transit Van for the Recreation Department for $59,436.
• Motion to adopt an ordinance to enforce parking violations on private roadways for the Forest Ridge Homeowners Association.

Public Arts Commission

The commission will discuss a new sculpture acquisition and the Lake Katherine Storybook Garden. The meeting also includes updates on Farmers Market Work Group artists and the repair of Noral Wall.

• New sculpture acquisition
• Lake Katherine Storybook Garden quotes and features
• Farmers Market Work Group artist list
• Repair of Noral Wall
• Little Library at Recreation Center status

Recreation Committee

The Palos Heights Recreation Committee will consider several payments and agreements for the pool improvement project, including $5,471.77 to Williams Architects for design work, a contract with the same firm for the project, and $47,532.00 for a new slide. The committee will also vote on purchasing a transit van for $59,436.00 and a waterslide for the pool project. The meeting includes reports on Lake Katherine and the Parks and Recreation Department.

Finance Committee

The Palos Heights Finance Committee will meet to approve routine bills, discuss a retainer agreement with the city prosecutor, and consider a first amendment to the T-Mobile water tower lease. The agenda also includes a proposal for COVID pay for certain non-union employees. The meeting is largely procedural, with most items being approvals of previously discussed matters.

• Approval of Thomas Brown bills ($4,425.00)
• City Prosecutor Retainer Agreement
• T-Mobile First Amendment to Lease Agreement (water tower at 12841 S. Golfview Lane, rent $3,070.38/month)
• COVID Pay for certain non-union employees
• Approval of Hiskes & Dillner bills ($4,964.85)

Roads & Construction Committee

The Roads & Construction Committee will consider approving a $26,322 new city clock from Verdin Bells & Clocks and a $50,799 2024 F-250 truck. They will also vote on a $16,996.55 payment to Morris Engineering for various projects. The meeting includes updates on the 2024 MFT resurfacing program and decorative street signs.

• Request to approve $26,322 purchase of a new city clock from Verdin Bells & Clocks
• Request to approve $50,799 purchase of a 2024 F-250 4X4 truck
• Request to approve $16,996.55 payment to Morris Engineering for engineering services
• Discussion of 2024 MFT resurfacing program with $800,000 budget
• Update on decorative street signs costing about $800 per assembly

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The License, Permits & Franchises Committee will discuss and potentially act on signage in the public right-of-way, following a February discussion where enforcement options were debated. They will also vote on a $5,130 contract with Bradford Systems Corporation for shelving to store building plans and records. The agenda includes routine reports on permits, business licenses, and vehicle stickers.

• Discussion and potential action on signs in the right-of-way
• Request approval for Bradford Systems Corporation shelving, $5,130.00
• Permit report: 45 permits issued Feb 8–Mar 6, fees $21,755.40
• Business license report: 2 businesses delinquent, 14 paid after summons
• Vehicle sticker report: ~6,620 stickers sold, $144,740.00 collected

City Council

The City Council will consider motions on COVID pay for non-union police employees, a new 300,000-gallon water reservoir design, and several infrastructure contracts. They will also vote on an ordinance amending video device rules and a power supply agreement.

• Motion to approve COVID pay for certain non-union Police Department employees
• Motion to adopt ordinance amending Chapter 74 'Equipment; Loads', Section 74.028 'Video Devices'
• Motion to approve engineering services for new 300,000-gallon water reservoir with Lockwood, Andrews, & Newnam, Inc. for $76,466
• Motion to approve engineering services for Southwest Hwy Lift Station rehabilitation for $70,752
• Motion to approve Total Automation Concepts, Inc. for City Hall temperature control upgrade for $15,525

Public Arts Commission

The regular scheduled meeting of the Public Arts Commission on Monday, March 4, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Planning & Zoning Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Planning & Zoning Committee on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review the February 2024 police activity report, including 768 calls for service, 41 DUI arrests, and 335 Flock license-plate-reader hits. The department received a $10,000 IRMA grant for body cameras and is configuring the new cameras. Old business includes a $10,000 IRMA reimbursement grant for body cameras; the system should be fully operational after Axon training on May 15, 2024. New business includes a request from the Forrest Ridge Homeowners Association to adopt an agreement for the City to enforce parking violations on their private roads, and an amendment to local ordinance 74.028 regarding electronic communication devices. The committee will also discuss the Equitable Sharing Agreement for the Drug Asset Forfeiture Fund, which holds $685,639.25.

• $10,000 IRMA reimbursement grant for body cameras
• Flock camera system to be operational by March Public Safety meeting
• Forrest Ridge HOA requests city parking enforcement on private roads
• Amendment of ordinance 74.028 to include electronic communication devices
• Drug Asset Forfeiture Fund balance: $685,639.25

Water & Sewer Committee

The Palos Heights Water & Sewer Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several infrastructure projects, including sewer cleaning, lift station rehabilitation, and water tower reconditioning. They will consider approving contracts for engineering services and bids for construction projects. The agenda also includes updates on watermain breaks and ongoing capital improvement projects.

• Request to go out to bid for 2024 Sanitary Sewer Cleaning and Televising project
• Request to go out to bid for 70th Ave Lift Station Rehabilitation project
• Approval of $9,800 for Misty Water Tower reconditioning engineering with Dixon Engineering
• Approval of $76,466 for new 300,000-gallon hospital water reservoir design with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam
• Approval of $70,752 for Southwest Hwy Lift Station rehabilitation engineering with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The Municipal Grounds and Property Committee will discuss and potentially approve several contracts, including a power supply agreement through NIMEC, HVAC upgrades at City Hall, a new mower, brick paver maintenance, holiday lights, and a payment to Wold Architects for City Hall remodel design. The agenda also includes a public arts commission bylaws amendment and other routine items.

• Resolution to authorize participation in NIMEC and mayor to sign electricity supply contract up to 36 months
• Contract with Total Automation Concepts for HVAC automation upgrade at City Hall for $17,525.00
• Contract with Thermopol-Mechanical for ductless HVAC in City Hall conference room for $7,200.00
• Purchase of Blue Diamond swing arm brush cutter mower from Alta Equipment for $19,436.00
• Payment to Wold Architects for City Hall remodel design development for $1,966.16

Finance Committee

The Palos Heights Finance Committee is meeting to approve several bills, discuss a proposed 36-month Comcast phone system contract, consider COVID pay for certain non-union police employees, and review grant statuses. The agenda also includes an executive session on real estate, an informational update on the City Hall remodel, and a budget variance discussion. The meeting includes routine approvals and informational items.

• Comcast phone system contract: 36-month, $2,199.25/month recurring, $1,791.00 installation, $24.95 one-time
• COVID pay for certain non-union Police Department employees
• Grant status: OSLAD $282,100 for Orchard Park, $600,000 for Pool Improvements, DCEO $100,000 lost for parking lot, $75,000 reapply for pool, Invest in Cook $60,000 for sidewalks, MWRD $184,000 for Lake Katherine parking lot, STP $1,700,000 for Oak Lawn watermain
• City Hall Remodel Contract – informational
• Budget Variance Discussion

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a $913,723 contract for phase I of the City Hall remodel to Construction Solutions of Illinois, and vote on a 36-month phone system contract with Comcast. Other items include declaring three vehicles surplus, approving payments for the Orchard Park and pool projects, and purchasing two truck chassis for $224,468.74.

• Motion to award City Hall Remodel/Improvements phase I to Construction Solutions of Illinois for $913,723.00
• Motion to enter into a 36-month contract with Comcast to upgrade the phone system at all locations
• Motion to approve payment application #1 to Hacienda Landscaping for $134,913.78 for Orchard Park Project
• Motion to approve purchase of two 2025 International HV507 Chassis for $224,468.74
• Motion to waive formal bidding to purchase slide equipment from Splashtacular not to exceed $150,000.00 for Pool Project

Recreation Committee

The committee is reviewing several financial motions related to local park projects, including the Pool Project and Orchard Park. Discussion includes updates on pool renovations, a request for senior pool stairs, and upcoming summer camp agreements.

• Payment of $7,687.59 to Williams Architects for Pool Project phase 1 design
• Payment of $134,913.78 to Hacienda Landscaping for Orchard Park construction
• Payment of $47,230.50 for South West Special Recreation Association membership contribution
• Purchase of pool slide equipment from Splashtacular not to exceed $150,000.00
• Intergovernmental Agreement with School District 128 for summer camp room use

Finance Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Finance Committee on February 13, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Roads & Construction Committee

The Roads & Construction Committee discussed several public works items including vehicle and equipment requests. The committee reviewed a proposed road resurfacing plan and updates on street sign replacements.

• Purchase of two 2025 International HV507 Chassis for $224,468.74
• Purchase of a RL-AX3040 axle weigh truck scale for $6,500.00
• Payment to Morris Engineering for various city projects in the amount of $13,677.25
• Reimbursement to the State of Illinois for 76th Ave FAU construction cost of $48,397.24
• Proposed 2024-25 road resurfacing and maintenance plan

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The License, Permits & Franchises Committee will consider approving a contract for Phase 1 of digitizing building plans and records, a capital expenditure already approved for 2024. The agenda also includes routine reports on permits, business licenses, and vehicle stickers, plus a discussion on signs in the public right-of-way.

• Approval of Bradford's proposal for Phase 1 of digitizing building plans and records, previously approved as a capital expenditure for 2024
• Discussion regarding signs placed in the public right-of-way
• Permit and Code Compliance Report: 39 permits issued Jan 1–Feb 7, 2024, with $14,780.20 in fees collected
• Business License Report: 5 businesses delinquent on 2024 licenses, scheduled for adjudication hearing on March 14, 2024
• Vehicle Sticker Report: approximately 6,595 stickers sold from May 18, 2023 to Feb 8, 2024, with $144,507.50 collected

City Council

The Palos Heights City Council will vote on several spending items, including a $913,723 contract for Phase I of the City Hall remodel, a $46,631 purchase of a 2024 Toyota Highlander for police, and a cost-free trial of a Flock Condor LPR/surveillance camera in the municipal lot. The council will also consider a 3-foot side yard variance for a garage at 12203 S. 75th Avenue and approve the treasurer's report for the period ending December 31, 2023.

• Motion to award City Hall Remodel Phase I to Construction Solutions of Illinois for $913,723
• Motion to approve purchase of 2024 Toyota Highlander from Oak Lawn Toyota for $46,631.03
• Motion to approve installation of Flock Condor LPR/surveillance camera in City Municipal Lot on cost-free trial basis
• Motion to approve 3-foot side yard variance for detached garage at 12203 S. 75th Avenue
• Motion to approve 2024 Meter Replacement Program to Calumet City Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. for $158,400

Public Arts Commission

The commission will review updates on the Farmers Market Work Group and repairs to the Noral Jewelers wall. New business includes discussions regarding a sculpture acquisition, the Lake Katherine Storybook Garden, and a little library at the Recreation Center.

• Farmers Market Work Group update
• Repair of Noral Jewelers Wall
• New Sculpture Acquisition
• Lake Katherine Storybook Garden
• Little Library at Recreation Center

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will meet to appoint a new Chairman and consider a $1,000.00 donation for the Lake Katherine Arbor Day Tree Program. The meeting will also include reports from various community programs including Adopt-A-Pot and the Public Arts Commission.

• Motion to appoint a new Chairman of the Beautification Committee
• Motion to approve a $1,000.00 donation to Lake Katherine for the Arbor Day Tree Program

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Planning & Zoning Committee will review a petition for a three-foot side yard variance to allow a detached garage. The committee will also discuss economic development regarding the Harlem Avenue Corridor.

• Variance request: 3-foot side yard setback at 12203 S 75th Avenue
• Review of ZBA Meeting Minutes from January 10, 2024
• Discussion regarding Economic Development and the Harlem Avenue Corridor

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review December 2023 activity including 786 police calls, 33 traffic crashes, and yearly totals of 16,244 incidents and 9 homicide investigations. They will consider a cost-free trial of a Flock surveillance camera, purchase of a new police vehicle, and ordinance amendments to align with judicial procedures.

• Approval requested for purchase of 2024 Toyota Highlander for detective vehicle; lowest bid from Oak Lawn Toyota
• Proposal to install/test a Flock Condor LPR/surveillance camera at City Municipal Lot on cost-free trial basis
• Ordinance amendments to comply with present judicial procedures; City Prosecutor Mike Marovich will attend
• Probationary Police Officer Cynthia Sepulveda to join department on February 5, 2024, bringing total to 28 full-time sworn
• 2023 Flock LPR camera activity: 57 documented uses since April 10, 2023; 7 cameras operational, awaiting Cook County approval for 2 more

Municipal Grounds & Property Committee

The Municipal Grounds and Property Committee will consider several service contracts and purchases, including a $19,666.94 TruGreen lawn service agreement, a $19,915.00 CNC Lawn Care maintenance contract, and a $5,630.00 Country Landscape hanging basket installation. They will also discuss extending the Homer Tree Service contract, selling three surplus vehicles, purchasing a 50-foot lift, and paying for engineering services. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• TruGreen Commercial Lawn Service Agreement for $19,666.94
• CNC Lawn Care Maintenance Contract for $19,915.00 (April-October)
• Country Landscape & Supply hanging flower baskets on Harlem Ave for $5,630.00
• Purchase of 50-foot lift from Sunbelt Rentals for $37,200.00
• Engineering services payment to Christopher B. Burke Engineering for $26,015.00

Water & Sewer Committee

The Water & Sewer Committee is reviewing several capital improvement projects, including water main lining and meter replacements. The meeting includes requests for final payments on completed work and approvals for new equipment and service contracts.

• Award 2024 Meter Replacement Program to Calumet City Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. for $158,400.00
• Purchase of meters for the replacement program from Core & Main for $247,557.74
• Final payment to Lindahl Brothers, Inc. for 123rd Street 12” Watermain project for $29,945.67
• Approval of 3rd and 4th payments to Airy’s Inc. for College Drive Water Main Lining for $87,976.99
• Purchase of a 100HP variable frequency drive (VFD) for $19,936.00

City Council

The Palos Heights City Council will consider an ordinance regulating charter buses and unscheduled stops, approve payments for the pool project and other services, and open sealed bids for the City Hall remodel. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, payroll, and the treasurer's report.

• Ordinance amending city code on charter buses and unscheduled stops
• Payment of $23,126.32 to Williams Architects for pool project phase 1
• Reimbursement of $48,397.24 to State of Illinois for 76th Avenue FAU construction
• Payment of $7,948.50 to Morris Engineering for engineering services
• Opening of sealed bids for City Hall remodel

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a petition for a 3-foot side-yard setback variance to allow a detached garage at 12203 S 75th Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from its November 8, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing on Docket 2023-05: request for a 3-foot side-yard variance (7 feet instead of required 10 feet) for a detached garage at 12203 S 75th Avenue
• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2023 meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee's regular meeting scheduled for January 9, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will consider approving a $23,126.32 payment to Williams Architects for schematic design and development of the pool project's first phase. They will also receive updates on the pool project, Orchard Park, and other recreation programs. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• Motion to approve $23,126.32 payment to Williams Architects for pool phase 1 design
• Pool Phase 1 update and presentation
• Orchard Park update
• Recreation update
• Pool stairs discussion

Roads & Construction Committee

The Roads & Construction Committee will consider approving a $48,397.24 reimbursement to the State of Illinois for 76th Ave FAU construction costs and a $7,948.50 payment to Morris Engineering for engineering services. The agenda also includes a director's report on public works projects and updates from the city engineer.

• Reimbursement to State of Illinois for 76th Ave FAU construction: $48,397.24
• Payment to Morris Engineering for engineering services: $7,948.50
• Director's report on 76th Ave FAU and public works projects

License, Permits & Franchise Committee

The License, Permits & Franchises Committee meeting scheduled for January 9, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda includes a Building Department report on permits, fees, code compliance, and fines, but no decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• 25 permits issued Dec 7, 2023 to Jan 2, 2024
• 911 permits issued in 2023; $266,259.62 in permit fees collected
• 7 code compliance violations Dec 7, 2023 to Jan 2, 2024
• 177 code compliance violations in 2023
• $5,900 in building fines and $1,650 in code compliance fines collected in 2023

Committee of the Whole

The Palos Heights City Council Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion regarding migrant mediation. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting also includes public comments and standard procedural items.

• Discussion regarding migrant mediation

Public Arts Commission

The commission will review several ongoing projects, including updates on the Farmers Market Work Group and wall repairs at Noral Jewelers. New business includes discussions regarding a new sculpture acquisition and a little library at the Recreation Center.

• New Sculpture Acquisition
• Little Library at Recreation Center
• Repair of Noral Jewelers Wall
• Farmers Market Work Group update
• Approval of Bills

City Council

This meeting has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.