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Poplar GroveIL averageUS Census ACS
Population
4,202
Per-capita income
$38,180
Median home value
$253,500
Bachelor's or higher
26%
Typical home value $278,028 +5.9% yr/yr · +38.7% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2003–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 19:00

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Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Village Board to consider new regulations for electric micromobility devices

The Board of Trustees will discuss updates to the Village Code regarding motor-driven cycles and electric micromobility devices. The meeting includes votes on financial policies, treasurer authorizations, and a total of $246,886.90 in disbursements.

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200 N. Hill Street, POPLAR GROVE
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Village of Poplar Grove “A Great Place to Call Home” Village Board of Trustees Wednesday, October 14, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 Agenda Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Phone Participation (Roll Call) Approval of Agenda (Voice Vote) Approval of Minutes (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Village Board of Trustees meeting minutes from September 23, 2026 Public Comment Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. Unfinished Business 2. Motion to discuss/approve Resolution 2026-51, a resolution of the Village of Poplar Grove, Illinois, adopting a Donation Policy governing the procedure and acceptance of donations to the Village. 3. Motion to discuss/approve Cash Reserve Policy. New Business 4. Motion to discuss/approve check disbursement for payments scheduled to be paid on October 15, 2026, in the amount of $132,106.45 in AP checks, $32,957.59 in EFTs, estimated payroll of $60,000.00, and insurance in the amount of $21,822.96, for a total of $246,886.90 5. Motion to discuss/approve a Class E Liquor License for S&S Collaborations for October 17, 2026, …
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Approval of Agenda (Voice Vote)
5 yea
David Allgood yea · Dan Cheek yea · Sinae Hubbard yea · Jeff Goings yea · Mark Vance yea
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to discuss changing approval process for zoning variations

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a text amendment regarding zoning variations. The proposal would require the Commission to make recommendations to the Village Board, which would then hold final approval authority.

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200 N. Hill Street, POPLAR GROVE
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Village of Poplar Grove “A Great Place to Call Home” Planning and Zoning Commission Tuesday, October 13, 2026 - 6:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 Agenda Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 1. Motion to discuss/approve Village Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes from September 08, 2026 Public Comments: (General Comments) New Business 2. Case 2026-05 The petitioner, The Village of Poplar Grove, is requesting a text amendment to provide that the Planning and Zoning Commission will make a recommendation to the Village Board on all zoning variations, and the Village Board will have final approval of zoning variations. Adjournment
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider $265,220.50 in payments and Veterans Park subdivision plat

The Village Board of Trustees will discuss financial policies and approve various appointments. The board is also reviewing the annual audit and a subdivision plat for 105 N. State St.

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Village of Poplar Grove “A Great Place to Call Home” Village Board of Trustees Wednesday, September 23, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 Agenda Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Phone Participation (Roll Call) Approval of Agenda (Voice Vote) Approval of Minutes (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Village Board of Trustees meeting minutes from 09/09/2026. Public Comment Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. Department Reports 2. Collector, Miller 3. Public Works, Howe 4. Treasurer, Kruckenberg 5. Wastewater, Test 6. Engineer, McMahon Unfinished Business 7. Motion to discuss/approve Resolution 2026-45, a resolution of the Village of Poplar Grove appointing Owen Costanza to the Village Park Advisory Committee. 8. Motion to discuss cash reserve policy. 9. Motion to discuss donation policy. New Business 10. Motion to discuss/approve check disbursement for payments scheduled to be paid on September 24, 2026, in the amount of $214,808.52 in AP checks, $26,411.98 in EFTs, estimated payroll of $24,000.00, for a total of $265,220.50. 11. Motion to d …
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Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider $265,220.50 in payments and Veterans Park subdivision plat

The Village Board of Trustees will discuss financial policies and approve various appointments. The meeting includes a vote on a total of $265,220.50 in disbursements and the approval of the annual audit for fiscal year 2025-2026.

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✓ Decided: Village Board approves $265,220.50 in disbursements and annual audit

The Board approved over $265,000 in payments and the annual audit for fiscal year 2025-2026. It also approved the final plat for Veterans Park Subdivision and appointments to the Park Advisory Committee. A proposal to appoint an individual to the Planning and Zoning Commission was denied.

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Village of Poplar Grove “A Great Place to Call Home” Village Board of Trustees Wednesday, September 23, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 Agenda Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Phone Participation (Roll Call) Approval of Agenda (Voice Vote) Approval of Minutes (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Village Board of Trustees meeting minutes from 09/09/2026. Public Comment Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. Department Reports 2. Collector, Miller 3. Public Works, Howe 4. Treasurer, Kruckenberg 5. Wastewater, Test 6. Engineer, McMahon Unfinished Business 7. Motion to discuss/approve Resolution 2026-45, a resolution of the Village of Poplar Grove appointing Owen Costanza to the Village Park Advisory Committee. 8. Motion to discuss cash reserve policy. 9. Motion to discuss donation policy. New Business 10. Motion to discuss/approve check disbursement for payments scheduled to be paid on September 24, 2026, in the amount of $214,808.52 in AP checks, $26,411.98 in EFTs, estimated payroll of $24,000.00, for a total of $265,220.50. 11. Mot …
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Village of Poplar Grove “A Great Place to Call Home” Village Board of Trustees Wednesday, September 23, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 Minutes Call to Order The meeting was called to order by President Kristi RIchardson at 07:00 PM. Roll Call Present Trustee David Allgood, Trustee Dan Cheek, Admin Chairman Owen Costanza, Trustee Sinae Hubbard, Trustee Mark Vance Absent Finance Chairman Jeff Goings Staff Clerk Karri Miller, Attorney Laura Goding, Treasurer Katalina Kruckenberg, Engineer Chris Dopkins, Wastewater Director Ion Steer Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Phone Participation (Roll Call) No phone participation Approval of Agenda (Voice Vote) Motion made by Owen Costanza, Seconded by Mark Vance. Motion passed via voice vote. Approval of Minutes (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Village Board of Trustees meeting minutes from 09/09/2026. Motion to approve minutes of September 9, 2026 Village Board of Trustees meeting made by Mark Vance, Seconded by Dan Cheek. The motion carried via voice vote. Public Comment Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. Department Reports 2. Co …
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Motion to amend to add Trustee Cheek as co-chair made by Owen Costanza, Seconded by Dan Cheek Voting
5 yea
David Allgood yea · Dan Cheek yea · Owen Costanza yea · Sinae Hubbard yea · Mark Vance Voting yea
Motion to amend Passed Vote on main motion as amended: Voting
5 yea
David Allgood yea · Dan Cheek yea · Owen Costanza yea · Sinae Hubbard yea · Mark Vance Voting yea
motion made by Owen Costanza, Seconded by Dan Cheek Voting
5 yea
David Allgood yea · Dan Cheek yea · Owen Costanza yea · Sinae Hubbard yea · Mark Vance Voting yea
Motion to amend to add Co-Chair Cheek's term expiring April 30, 2029 and Co-Chair Costanza's term expiring April 30, 2030 made by Owen Costanza, Seconded by Dan Cheek Voting
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David Allgood yea · Dan Cheek yea · Owen Costanza yea · Sinae Hubbard yea · Mark Vance Voting yea
Motion to amend Passed Vote on main motion as amended Voting
5 yea
David Allgood yea · Dan Cheek yea · Owen Costanza yea · Sinae Hubbard yea · Mark Vance Voting yea
Motion made by Owen Costanza, Seconded by None Voting
5 yea
Mark Vance yea · Owen Costanza yea · Dan Cheek yea · Sinae Hubbard yea · David Allgood Voting yea
Motion made by Dan Cheek, Seconded by Mark Vance Voting
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Mark Vance yea · Dan Cheek Voting yea
Motion made by Owen Costanza, Seconded by Dan Cheek Voting
5 yea
Sinae Hubbard yea · Dan Cheek yea · Owen Costanza yea · David Allgood yea · Mark Vance Voting yea
Motion made by Dan Cheek, Seconded by Sinae Hubbard Voting
5 yea
Dan Cheek yea · Sinae Hubbard yea · Mark Vance yea · Owen Costanza yea · David Allgood Voting yea
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

200 N. Hill Street, POPLAR GROVE
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Village Board to consider $141,529.38 in total disbursements

The Board of Trustees will discuss the FY2026 audit and a cash reserve policy. The meeting includes votes on an amended organizational chart and the appointment of a Park Advisory Committee member.

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✓ Decided: Poplar Grove Board approves $141,529.38 in disbursements

The Board of Trustees approved a total of $141,529.38 in payments for checks, EFTs, payroll, and insurance. The Board also approved an amended Organizational Chart and an offer letter for Karri Miller as Collector.

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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Wednesday, September 09, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF PHONE PARTICIPATION (Roll Call) APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Voice Vote) APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes from August 26, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 2. Motion to discuss/approve Ordinance 2026-21, an ordinance of the Village of Poplar Grove, Illinois, approving the amended Organizational Chart pursuant to 5 ILCS 140/4. 3. Motion to discuss/approve Resolution 2026-45, a resolution of the Village of Poplar Grove appointing Owen Costanza to the Village Park Advisory Committee. NEW BUSINESS 4. Motion to discuss FY2026 Audit Presentation by Lauterbach and Amen. 5. Motion to discuss/approve offer letter for Karri Miller as Collector. 6. Motion to discuss/approve check disbursement for payments scheduled to be paid on September 10, 2026, in the amount of $69,310. …
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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Wednesday, September 09, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by President Richardson at 7:00pm ROLL CALL PRESENT President Kristi Richardson Trustee David Allgood Trustee Dan Cheek Trustee Mark Vance Clerk Karri Miller Attorney Roxanne Sosnowski Treasurer Katalina Kruckenberg ABSENT Admin Chairman Owen Costanza Finance Chairman Jeff Goings Trustee Sinae Hubbard PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF PHONE PARTICIPATION (Roll Call) None APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Voice Vote) Motion made by Trustee Vance, Seconded by Trustee Cheek. Motion was passed via voice vote. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes from August 26, 2026. Motion made by Trustee Vance, Seconded by Trustee Cheek. The motion passed via voice vote. PUBLIC COMMENT Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 2. Motion to discuss/approve Ordinance 2026-21, an ordinance of the Village of Poplar Grove, Illinois, approvin …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to consider subdividing a portion of Veterans Park

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a request by the Village of Poplar Grove to subdivide a portion of Veterans Park. This action is intended to correct the lot line for the building located at 105 N. State Street.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves subdivision of Veterans Park portion to 105 N. State Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request to subdivide a portion of Veterans Park to create 105 N. State Street. This action corrects the existing lot line for a building currently located on Village property.

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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Tuesday, September 08, 2026 - 6:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Motion to discuss/approve Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes from August 11, 2026 PUBLIC COMMENTS: (General Comments) NEW BUSINESS 2. Case-2026-04 The petitioner, The Village of Poplar Grove is requesting to subdivide by means of a plat a portion of Veterans Park to 105 N. State Street. The purpose of this request is to correct the existing lot line for the building, which sits on the Village Property. The current Zoning District is Central Business (CB). ADJOURNMENT
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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Tuesday, September 08, 2026 - 6:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Clerk Miller at 6:00 pm. Motion made by Commissioner Krawczk, Seconded by Commissioner Ekberg to appoint Commissioner Sorka as temp Chairperson. The motion passed via vote. ROLL CALL PRESENT Commissioner Amy Ekberg Commissioner Kim Krawczk Commissioner Nate Sroka Commissioner Caitlin Winarski Commissioner Julie Neibarger Clerk Karri Miller Attorney Sara Biesterfeldt Zoning Official Ken Garrett ABSENT Chairwomen Jessica Roberts APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Motion to discuss/approve Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes from August 11, 2026 Motion made by Commissioner Krawczk, Seconded by Commissioner Winarski. The motion passed via vote. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (General Comments) NEW BUSINESS 2. Case-2026-04 The petitioner, The Village of Poplar Grove is requesting to subdivide by means of a plat a portion of Veterans Park to 105 N. State Street. The purpose of this request is to correct the existing lot line for the building, which sits on the Village Property. The current Zoning District is Central Business (CB). Building official Garrett was sworn in at 6:03 pm. Building Official Garrett gave his staff report Public hearing closed at 6:10 pm Motion made by Commission …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider $105,756 in payments and utility lien fee changes

The Village Board of Trustees will discuss several infrastructure projects and financial disbursements. The meeting includes proposals for lift station fencing and storm sewer installation at Village Hall, as well as potential changes to the donation ordinance and utility lien fees.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $105,756 in payments and various infrastructure projects

The Board approved over $105,000 in disbursements and contracts for lift station fencing and storm sewer installation. It also amended the code of ordinances regarding utility lien fees and approved the Fall Quarterly Newsletter.

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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF PHONE PARTICIPATION (Roll Call) APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Voice Vote) APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Village of Trustees meeting minutes from August 12, 2026 PUBLIC COMMENT Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. DEPARTMENT REPORTS 2. Collector, Miller 3. Public Works, Howe 4. Treasurer, Kruckenberg 5. Wastewater, Test 6. Engineer, McMahon UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7. Motion to discuss/approve Resolution 2026-35, a resolution of the Village of Poplar Grove, Illinois, approving a proposal from Dach Contractors to supply and install fencing at the Whiting and Beaver Lift Stations for a total of $20,290.00. 8. Motion to discuss changes to the donation ordinance. 9. Motion to discuss the formation of a Parks Advisory Committee. NEW BUSINESS 10. Motion to discuss/approve check disbursement for payments scheduled to be paid on Augu …
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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER The meeting called to order by President Kristi RIchardson at 7:00pm ROLL CALL PRESENT President Kristi Richardson Admin Chairman Owen Costanza Finance Chairman Jeff Goings at 7:08 pm Trustee David Allgood Trustee Dan Cheek Trustee Sinae Hubbard Trustee Mark Vance Clerk Karri Miller Attorney Laura Goding Treasurer Katalina Kruckenberg Public Works David Howe Engineer Chris Dopkins PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF PHONE PARTICIPATION (Roll Call) APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Voice Vote) Motion made by Admin Chairman Costanza, seconded by Trustee Vance. Motion passed via vote. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Village of Trustees meeting minutes from August 12, 2026 Motion made by Admin Chairman Costanza, Seconded by Trustee Vance. The motion passed via voice vote. PUBLIC COMMENT Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. DEPARTMENT REPORTS 2. Collector, Miller No questions 3. Public Works, …
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Motion made by Trustee Cheek, Seconded by Trustee Vance. Voting
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Admin Chairman Costanza yea · Finance Chairman Goings yea · Allgood yea · Cheek yea · Hubbard yea · Vance Voting yea
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00

General

Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Poplar Grove Board to consider $222,005.97 in total disbursements

The Village Board of Trustees will discuss various administrative updates, including an amended employee handbook and zoning ordinance changes. The board is also reviewing several equipment purchases and professional training requests.

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✓ Decided: Village Board approves $222,005.97 in disbursements and various permits

The Board approved a total of $222,005.97 in payments, including payroll and insurance. Other actions included updating the employee handbook, approving an AC unit for the wastewater plant, and granting a partial permit fee waiver for Habitat for Humanity.

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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Wednesday, August 12, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF PHONE PARTICIPATION (Roll Call) APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Voice Vote) APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Board of Trustees meeting minutes from July 22, 2026 PUBLIC COMMENT Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 2. Motion to discuss/approve Ordinance 2026-19, an ordinance adopting the amended Village of Poplar Grove Employee Handbook and amending Title I, Administration, Chapter 6, Village Officers and Employees, Article J, Reimbursement for Training/Class(es)/Travel, Section 1-6J-1, Elected Official, Officers, and Employee Travel Reimbursement, of the Code of Ordinances for the Village of Poplar Grove. 3. Motion to discuss/approve Resolution 2026-43, a resolution of the Village of Poplar Grove, Illinois, approving the purchase of an air conditioning unit for the South Wastewater Treatment Plant Control Room in the amount of $21,520.00. …
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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Wednesday, August 12, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by President Richardson at 7:00pm ROLL CALL PRESENT President Kristi Richardson Trustee David Allgood Trustee Dan Cheek Trustee Sinae Hubbard Trustee Mark Vance Clerk Karri Miller Attorney Roxanne Sosnowski Treasurer Katalina Kruckenberg ABSENT Admin Chairman Owen Costanza Finance Chairman Jeff Goings PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF PHONE PARTICIPATION (Roll Call) none APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Voice Vote) Motion made by Trustee Hubbard, seconded by Trustee Allgood. The motion passed via voice vote. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Board of Trustees meeting minutes from July 22, 2026 Motion made by Trustee Allgood, Seconded by Trustee Vance. The motion passed via voice vote. PUBLIC COMMENT Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. no comment UNFINISHED BUSINESS 2. Motion to discuss/approve Ordinance 2026-19, an ordinance adopting the amended Village of …
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Motion made by Trustee Cheek, Seconded by Trustee Hubbard to approve MC2 for 2 years. Voting
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Allgood yea · Cheek yea · Hubbard yea · Vance yea · President Richardson Voting yea
Motion made by Trustee Cheek, Seconded by Trustee Hubbard. Voting
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Allgood yea · Cheek yea · Hubbard yea · Allgood yea · Cheek yea · Hubbard yea · Sprinkles for August yea
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission to review sign request for Poplar Grove Airport

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a request from the Poplar Grove Airport to install a wall sign. The proposed sign exceeds the maximum allowed size of 150 square feet.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves oversized wall sign for Poplar Grove Airport

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request for the Poplar Grove Airport to install a wall sign exceeding the 150 square foot size limit. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from June 9, 2026.

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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - 6:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Motion to discuss/approve Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes from June 9, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (General Comments) NEW BUSINESS 2. Case 2026-03 - Poplar Grove Airport located at 11611 Illinois Route 79, the petitioner is requesting to install a wall sign on one of the hangar buildings. The proposed sign exceeds 150 square feet which is the largest size allowed. The current Zoning District is General Business (GB). ADJOURNMENT
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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - 6:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER Chairwoman Roberts called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. ROLL CALL PRESENT Chairwomen Jessica Roberts Commissioner Amy Ekberg Commissioner Kim Krawczk Commissioner Nate Sroka Commissioner Caitlin Winarski Clerk Karri Miller Attorney Aaron Szeto Zoning Offical Ken Garrett APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion made by Commissioner Krawczk, Seconded by Commissioner Sroka. Motion passed via voice vote. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Motion to discuss/approve Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minuttes from June 9, 2026. Motion made by Commissioner Sroka, Seconded by Commissioner Ekberg. The motion passed via vote. PUBLIC COMMENTS: (General Comments) none NEW BUSINESS 2. Case 2026-03 - Poplar Grove Airport located at 11611 Illinois Route 79, the petitioner is requesting to install a wall sign on one of the hangar buildings. The proposed sign exceeds 150 square feet which is the largest size allowed. The current Zoning District is General Business (GB). Hearing opened at 6:03 pm Zoning official Garrett gave the staff report Hearing closed at 6:06 pm Motion made by Commissioner Krawczk, Seconded by Commissioner Ekberg, to approve the finding of facts. Voting Yea: Chairwoman Roberts, Commissioner Ekberg, Commissioner Krawczk, Commissioner Sroka, Commissi …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion made by Commissioner Krawczk, Seconded by Commissioner Ekberg, to approve the finding of facts. Voting
4 yea
Roberts yea · Ekberg yea · Krawczk yea · Sroka yea
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 19:00

Board of Trustees

Board considers pavement maintenance contract and park equipment purchases

The Village Board of Trustees will discuss several infrastructure and facility improvements. Key items include a pavement maintenance contract and funding for park equipment. The board will also review code enforcement authority and employee compensation plans.

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✓ Decided: Board approves road maintenance contract and park equipment purchases

The Board approved a pavement maintenance contract with Rock Road Companies, Inc. and authorized $22,992.17 for dog park and neighborhood park equipment. Other actions included updating code enforcement authority and approving a deferred compensation plan for employees.

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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Wednesday, July 22, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF PHONE PARTICIPATION (Roll Call) APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Voice Vote) APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Board of Trustees meeting mintues from July 8, 2026 PUBLIC COMMENT Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Statutes. Comments will be limited to five minutes on topics relating to the Village of Poplar Grove. Be further advised that matters brought up at this time may be referred to the appropriate committee or individual for further discussion or consideration. DEPARTMENT REPORTS 2. Collector, Miller 3. Wastewater, Test 4. Public Works, Howe 5. Engineer, McMahon 6. Treasurer, Kruckenberg UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7. Motion to discuss/approve Ordinance 2026-18 an ordinance of the Village of Poplar Grove, Illinois, transferring appropriated funds from one corporate object or purpose to another corporate object or purpose for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2026, and ending April 30, 2027. 8. Motion to discuss/approve Resolution 2026-35, a resolution of the Village of Poplar Grove, Illinois, approving a proposal from Dach Contractors to supply and install fencing at the Whiting and Beaver Lift S …
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VILLAGE OF POPLAR GROVE “A Great Place to Call Home” VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Wednesday, July 22, 2026 - 7:00 PM 200 N. Hill Street, Poplar Grove, IL 61065 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER President Richardson called the meeting to order at 7:00pm. ROLL CALL PRESENT President Richardson Admin Chairman Owen Costanza via phone Trustee David Allgood Trustee Sinae Hubbard Trustee Mark Vance Deputy Clerk Katie Jaster David Howe Chris Dopkins Ion Stear Katalina Kruckenberg ABSENT Finance Chairman Jeff Goings Trustee Dan Cheek PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF PHONE PARTICIPATION (Roll Call) Motion made by Trustee Vance, Seconded by Trustee Allgood. Voting Yea: Trustee Allgood, Trustee Hubbard, Trustee Vance, President Richardson APPROVAL OF AGENDA (Voice Vote) Motion made by Trustee Allgood, Seconded by Trustee Hubbard. Motion made by Trustee Hubbard to move item 8 and item 19 to August 26, 2026, Seconded by Trustee Allgood. Voting Yea: Admin Chairman Costanza, Trustee Allgood, Trustee Hubbard, Trustee Vance, President Richardson APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Voice Vote) 1. Motion to discuss/approve Board of Trustees meeting minutes from July 8, 2026 Motion made by Trustee Hubbard, Seconded by Trustee Allgood. Voting Yea: Admin Chairman Costanza, Trustee Allgood, Trustee Hubbard, Trustee Vance, President Richardson PUBLIC COMMENT Public Comment is encouraged. The Village Board will receive comments from the public, pursuant to State Stat …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
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Motion made by Trustee Vance, Seconded by Trustee Allgood. Voting
4 yea
Allgood yea · Hubbard yea · Vance yea · Admin Chairman Costanza yea
Motion made by Trustee Vance, Seconded by Trustee Hubbard. Voting
4 yea
Admin Chairman Costanza yea · Allgood yea · Hubbard yea · Vance yea
Motion made by Trustee Vance, Seconded by Trustee Allgood entered regular session at 8:09 pm. Voting
3 yea
Admin Chairman Costanza yea · Allgood yea · Hubbard yea
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Adults with low literacy21.2% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)

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Recorded votes
13
Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.442
All kids
0.415
Black kids
0.327

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