Rantoul public meetings in 2021

General

The Rantoul Storm Drainage Committee is meeting to discuss storm drainage issues, specifically on Illinois Drive and in the Oakcrest/Pinecrest area, as well as general village storm water topics. Public participation is allowed with a three-minute limit per speaker.

• Discussion of Illinois Drive storm drainage
• Discussion of Oakcrest/Pinecrest area storm drainage
• Discussion of village storm water topics

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on the 2021 tax levy ordinance and several bond abatement ordinances, along with contracts for aquatic center sand media and a water treatment plant control system upgrade. They will also consider dissolving a special tax allocation fund and applying for a downtown grant. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and public participation.

• Ordinance No. 2684: 2021 tax levy
• Ordinance No. 2685-2689: abatements for GO bonds series 2013A, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020
• Ordinance No. 2690: dissolve special tax allocation fund for Chanute economic development area
• Resolution No. 12-21-1353: apply to Illinois DCEO Downtown & Main Street grant program
• Contract with Donohue & Associates for water treatment plant control system upgrade: $209,804.00

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved the 2021 tax levy ordinance and a series of ordinances abating tax levies for various general obligation bond series. It also passed an ordinance dissolving the Special Tax Allocation Fund and terminating the Chanute Economic Development Project Area. The board approved several purchases and agreements, including sand media for the aquatic center and an engineering agreement for a water treatment plant upgrade.

• Approved 2021 tax levy (Ordinance No. 2684) (6-0)
• Approved abatement of 2021 tax levy for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2013A (Ordinance No. 2685) (6-0)
• Approved abatement of 2021 tax levy for General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2015 (Ordinance No. 2686) (5-1)
• Approved abatement of 2021 tax levy for General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2016 (Ordinance No. 2687) (5-1)
• Approved abatement of 2021 tax levy for General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2019 (Ordinance No. 2688) (5-1)
• Approved abatement of 2021 tax levy for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020 (Ordinance No. 2689) (5-1)
• Approved dissolution of Special Tax Allocation Fund and termination of Chanute Economic Development Project Area (Ordinance No. 2690) (6-0)
• Approved application to Illinois DCEO Downtown & Main Street Grant Program (Resolution No. 12-21-1353) (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for December 2021, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report by bank. These reports detail revenues and expenditures across village departments. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 68% of annual budget
• Forum Division has $505,673.44 in encumbrances for fixed assets
• Parks Maintenance Division has $189,310.00 encumbered for fixed assets
• Pool Division year-to-date expenditures at 132% of budget
• Campground Division year-to-date expenditures at 209% of budget

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a study session to discuss and likely approve several ordinances, including the 2021 tax levy, abatements for various general obligation bonds, and dissolving the Chanute Economic Development Project Area's special tax allocation fund. They will also consider a grant application for downtown and Main Street improvements, an engineering agreement for a water treatment plant upgrade, and a police pension fund contribution. The meeting includes public participation and reports from various departments.

• Ordinance No. 12-21-2684: 2021 tax levy ordinance
• Ordinances No. 12-21-2685 through 12-21-2689: abatements for GO bonds series 2013A, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020
• Ordinance No. 12-21-2690: dissolving Chanute Economic Development Project Area TIF
• Resolution to apply to Illinois DCEO Downtown and Main Street Grant Program
• Engineering agreement with Donohue & Associates for water treatment plant control system upgrade

The Rantoul Board of Trustees held a study session on December 7, 2021, and took no final votes on the substantive items discussed. Several items were forwarded to a future Board meeting for approval, including a state Downtown and Main Street grant application, new sand media for three aquatic center water filters, an engineering agreement for a water treatment plant control system upgrade, the 2021 tax levy, and bond abatements. A request to set the police pension contribution was discussed at length but no amount was determined, and Trustee Robertson's request to pay every resident's December utility bill was not acted on. The only recorded vote was 6-0 to approve the meeting agenda.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• No vote taken on setting the police pension contribution; no amount determined after lengthy discussion
• No action on Trustee Robertson's request to pay every resident's December utility bill
• Downtown and Main Street grant application forwarded to the Board for approval
• Purchase and installation of sand media for three aquatic center water filters, low quote $20,496.35 from Spear Corporation, forwarded to the Board
• Engineering agreement with Donohue & Assoc. for $209,804.00 for the Water Treatment Plant Control System Upgrade forwarded to the Board
• 2021 tax levy, proposed not to increase the rate over last year's, forwarded to the Board
• General Obligation Bond abatements forwarded to the Board

General

The Rantoul Liquor Advisory Committee is meeting to consider two items: a review of an Illinois state amendment that would allow liquor home delivery, and a proposed amendment to the Rantoul Code (Chapter 4, Section 38) regarding video gaming terminals. The committee will also approve minutes from a June 30, 2021 meeting. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Review of Illinois Liquor Control Act amendment to allow liquor home delivery
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 4, Section 38 (C-4) of Rantoul Code on video gaming terminals
• Approval of minutes from June 30, 2021 meeting

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a special meeting to consider one item: authorizing an agreement with Loman-Ray Insurance Group, Inc. for general liability and workers compensation insurance. The agenda includes public participation and a closed session, but no other new business is listed.

• Agreement with Loman-Ray Insurance Group, Inc. for general liability and workers compensation insurance

At a special meeting on November 30, 2021, the Rantoul Board of Trustees approved an agreement with Loman-Ray Insurance Group, Inc. for General Liability/Workers Compensation Insurance. The amount is $678,781.00 for coverage from January 1, 2022 to December 1, 2022. The vote was 4-1, with Trustee Robertson voting no; Trustees Crider and Hall were absent. There were no other items of new business, no announcements, no public participation, and no closed session.

• Approved agreement with Loman-Ray Insurance Group, Inc. for General Liability/Workers Compensation Insurance, $678,781.00, coverage January 1, 2022 to December 1, 2022 (4-1; Robertson nay; Crider and Hall absent)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0; Crider and Hall absent)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider routine consent items, waive bidding for two purchases, amend the vacant lot program, and vote on an electric fee ordinance, a tax levy resolution, and a labor agreement. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Waive bidding for $30,429 chlorine order at Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center
• Waive bidding for $217,610 canopy netting system at Rantoul Family Sports Complex
• Amend Vacant Lot Program
• Ordinance 2683 amending electric service charges, fees, and rates
• Resolution 11-21-1351 for 2021 tax levy; Resolution 11-21-1352 with IBEW Local 51

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved waiving formal bidding to buy a $217,610 Canopy Netting System for the Rantoul Family Sports Complex, and also waived bidding for $30,429 in pool chlorine. The board passed an ordinance amending electric service fees, a tax levy resolution (5-1), and a labor agreement with IBEW Local 51. Trustees also approved the consent agenda and added 1029 Eastview Drive to the Vacant Lot Program.

• Approved consent agenda: Oct 5 study session minutes, Oct 12 board minutes, bills and monthly financial report (6-0)
• Waived formal bidding to buy Pulsar Briquette Chlorine for Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center, $30,429.00 (6-0)
• Waived formal bidding to buy Canopy Netting System for Rantoul Family Sports Complex, $217,610.00 (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Vacant Lot Program adding 1029 Eastview Drive (5-0, one abstention)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2683 amending electric service charges, fees and rates (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 11-21-1351 setting 2021 tax levy amounts (5-1, Robertson nay)
• Passed Resolution No. 11-21-1352 authorizing memorandum of agreement with IBEW Local 51 (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for November 2021, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or public hearings listed; it focuses on the village's financial status as of the meeting date.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 63% of annual budget
• Pool Division over budget at 156% of year-to-date budget
• Forum Division has $636,950.27 in encumbrances for fixed assets
• Parks Maintenance Division encumbered $201,060.97 for fixed assets
• Campground Division over budget at 225% of year-to-date budget

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review financial reports, investment performance, and pension-related administrative items. Key actions include approving bills, reviewing the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, and considering transfers of creditable service for three members.

• Review/Approve Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Transfer of Creditable Service from IMRF for Kurtis Buckley, Kyle Donovan, and Dustin Morgan
• Approval of bills including IPPFA Membership Dues
• Review/Update Investment Policy
• Establish 2022 Board Meeting Dates

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees is holding a regular study session with presentations on the police pension fund and the property tax levy, along with several administrative items. The board will also consider a memorandum of agreement with the electrical workers union and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Rantoul/IBEW Local 51 Memorandum of Agreement
• Police Pension Fund presentation
• Property Tax Levy presentation
• Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center chlorine order
• Canopy netting system for Rantoul Family Sports Complex

The Board conducted a study session to review items for future approval, including a $1.5M tax levy and sports complex netting. No substantive votes were taken other than the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Fire and Police Commission

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to discuss the status of the new officer hiring process. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding the upcoming promotional test process.

• Update on the new officer hiring process
• Discussion of upcoming promotional test process

The commission approved the minutes from the July 21, 2021, meeting. Chief Brown provided an update on the hiring process for a new officer and noted that the promotional test list does not expire until December 2022.

• Approved July 21, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider routine consent items, a $26,264 police department flooring purchase, and ordinances authorizing the sale of real estate at 501 & 505 Condit Drive and 721 Galaxy Street. They will also vote on resolutions regarding expanding C-CARTS transportation services, requesting a speed reduction on Route 136, and paying interest to Bank of Rantoul for Bergson LLC. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Purchase of new flooring for police department main level and basement: $26,264.00
• Ordinance No. 2681: sale of real estate at 501 & 505 Condit Drive
• Ordinance No. 2682: sale of real estate at 721 Galaxy Street
• Resolution 10-21-1347: agreement to expand Rantoul Transportation Service (C-CARTS)
• Resolution 10-21-1348: request IDOT to reduce speed on Route 136

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved the sale of village-owned property at 501 & 505 Condit Drive and at 721 Galaxy Street, both by 6-0 votes. Trustees also approved $26,264.00 for new flooring at the Police Department and a resolution expanding the C-CARTS transportation service, each 6-0. A resolution asking the Illinois Department of Transportation to reduce the speed limit on Route 136 passed 5-1, while a resolution on an interest payment agreement with Bank of Rantoul tied to Bergson, LLC died for lack of a second.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: Sept 7 study session minutes, Sept 14 board minutes, bills and monthly financial report (6-0)
• Approved $26,264.00 for new flooring at the Police Department main level and basement (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2681 authorizing sale of village real estate at 501 & 505 Condit Drive (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2682 authorizing sale of village real estate at 721 Galaxy Street (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 10-21-1347 expanding services of the Rantoul Transportation Service Program (C-CARTS); clerk noted it was renumbered to Resolution No. 10-21-1350 (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 10-21-1348 requesting IDOT reduce speed on state right-of-way (Route 136) (5-1, Robertson nay)
• Resolution No. 10-21-1349 on an interest payment agreement with Bank of Rantoul (Bergson, LLC) died for lack of a second

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the October 2021 monthly financial reports. These documents include the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report by bank.

• Summary Budget Report for General (Corporate) Fund
• Check Register Report
• Monthly Treasurer's Report
• Investment Report by Bank

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a regular study session to discuss several administrative and community items. Topics include amending cannabis business ordinances and requesting a speed limit reduction on Route 136.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 20 regarding prohibited cannabis business establishments
• Resolution to request IDOT reduce Route 136 speed limit from 40 mph to 35 mph
• Sale of Village property at 501 & 505 Condit Drive
• Agreement extending contract with C-Carts
• Purchase of new flooring for the police department

The Board approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to discuss property pricing. Several items, including a bus service extension and a property sale, were presented for future Board approval.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Entered closed session to consider property sale or lease pricing (6-0)
• Postponed decision on Craft Grower Marijuana Businesses ordinance until November

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the village's monthly financial reports for September 2021, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. These reports detail revenues and expenditures across various departments, with some divisions showing significant budget overruns, such as the Pool Division and Youth Center Division.

• Pool Division expenses exceed budget at 165% year-to-date
• Youth Center Division expenses exceed budget at 107% year-to-date
• Forum Division has $783,013.86 encumbered for fixed assets
• Parks Maintenance Division has $189,310.00 encumbered for fixed assets
• General Fund overall at 66% of annual budget spent

General

The Rantoul Village Board will consider routine consent agenda items, including appointments and minutes, and vote on a $64,042 change order for the wastewater treatment plant's traveling bridge filter. They will also consider a resolution supporting an IDOT Safe Routes to School project for Pleasant Acres Elementary School.

• Change orders #1 & #2 with Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc. for $64,042.00
• Resolution 9-21-1347 supporting IDOT Safe Routes to School 2021 project
• Appointment of Craig Rogers to Police Pension Board (term to 2023)
• Appointment of Scott Grumish to Micro Loan Review Committee (term to 2024)
• Approval of bills and monthly financial reports

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees approved a $64,042 change order agreement with Aqua-Aerobic System for the North Traveling Bridge Filter, and passed Resolution No. 6-21-1347 supporting an IDOT Safe Routes to School 2021 project for Pleasant Acres Elementary School. The board also approved its consent agenda by omnibus vote, including three committee appointments, prior meeting minutes, and the bills and monthly financial report. All votes were 6-0, with no closed session held. The meeting adjourned at 6:15 PM.

• Approved $64,042.00 agreement with Aqua-Aerobic System for change orders #1 and #2 for the North Traveling Bridge Filter (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 6-21-1347 supporting an IDOT Safe Routes to School 2021 project for Pleasant Acres Elementary School (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda by omnibus vote, including appointment of Craig Rogers to the Police Pension Board (term expiring 2023), Scott Grumish to the Micro Loan Review Committee/Revolving Loan Fund Review Committee (term expiring 2024), and Albert Bennett to the Human Relations Committee (term expiring 2025) (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the August 3, 2021 Regular Study Session and August 10, 2021 Regular Board Meeting, plus bills and monthly financial report (6-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:15 PM (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss several items, including the governor's mask requirement, affirmations of appointments to various boards, and a change order for the wastewater treatment plant. They will also consider a resolution supporting a Safe Routes to School grant application. The meeting includes public participation and a closed session to discuss property sale or lease pricing.

• Discussion of Governor Pritzker's Executive Order 87 mask requirement
• Affirmation of appointments: Craig Rogers to Police Pension Board (term to 2023), Scott Grumish to Micro Loan Review Committee (term to 2024), Albert Bennett to Human Relations Committee (term to 2025)
• Wastewater Treatment Plant North Traveling Bridge Filter Change Order #1
• Resolution in financial support for 2021 Safe Routes to School grant application for Pleasant Acres Elementary
• Closed session to consider setting a price for sale or lease of property

The Board of Trustees held a study session to review upcoming committee appointments, public works projects, and grant applications. No final legislative actions were taken during the meeting, though the Board voted to enter a closed session to discuss the sale or lease of public property.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss property sale or lease (6-0)

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the IMRF transfer interest rate. The agenda includes public comment and a possible closed session, but the main item is the IMRF rate discussion.

• Discussion/Possible Action on IMRF Transfer Interest Rate

General

The Rantoul Human Relations Committee is meeting to approve past minutes, introduce new board members, and hear a presentation from the Police Chief. The agenda is mostly routine, with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 17, April 14, and May 26, 2021 meetings
• Introduction of new Board Members
• Presentation by Police Chief
• Public participation via call-in number 217-892-6810

The Human Relations Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from its 4/14 and 5/26 meetings, introduced new members Lorena Griffin and Michaela Granger, and received a presentation from Chief Tony Brown on the Crime Free Housing program. Chief Brown described the program's three phases, its requirement that owners of two or more rental properties comply, and the ordinance's public-nuisance and appeal provisions. No ordinance, contract, or other substantive action was voted on; the minutes record no decisions beyond approving the agenda and prior minutes.

• Approved the agenda (moved by Char Mitchell, seconded by Michaela Granger)
• Approved minutes from the 4/14 and 5/26 meetings (moved by Mikayla Granger, seconded by Lorena Griffin)
• Introduced new members Lorena Griffin and Michaela Granger
• Received a presentation from Chief Tony Brown on Crime Free Housing; no vote recorded
• Adjourned (moved by Mikayla Granger, seconded by Lorena Griffin)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several contracts and ordinances, including a $1.44 million road resurfacing project, a new social worker position for the police department, and development agreements. The meeting includes consent agenda items and public participation.

• Contract with Cross Construction, Inc. for $1,440,957.70 for Congress Ave and Sheldon Street resurfacing
• Adding a Community Social Worker position to the Police Department
• Ordinance 2678: Development agreement with Core Acquisitions, LLC for Redevelopment Project Area Number Four
• Purchase of replacement bucket truck from Altec Trucks for $220,000
• Contract with Mid Illinois Concrete & Excavation, Inc. for $130,000 for sidewalk improvements along Route 136

The Board of Trustees approved the addition of a community social worker to the Police Department and authorized several equipment purchases, including two trucks. The Board also passed multiple ordinances regarding real estate agreements and development projects.

• Approved adding a Community Social worker position to the Police Department (6-0)
• Approved $220,000 purchase of a replacement bucket truck from Altec Trucks (6-0)
• Approved $145,000 purchase of a replacement tandem dump truck from CIT Trucks (6-0)
• Approved $175,840 contract to Dirtworks Trucking & Excavation Co. for wastewater sludge disposal (6-0)
• Approved $99,793.46 agreement with Parker Fabrication, Inc. for generator silencers (6-0)
• Approved five-year contract with Hanson Professional Services, Inc. as Airport Engineering Consultant (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2679 for real estate exchange with Rantoul Park District (5-1)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2678 for development agreement with Core Acquisitions, LLC (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for August 2021, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The reports show year-to-date spending across village departments, with some divisions like the pool and parks maintenance exceeding their budgets. No decisions are being made; this is a routine review of financial documents.

• Pool Division spending is 143% of year-to-date budget ($66,922 actual vs $46,660 budget)
• Parks Maintenance Division spending is 93% of year-to-date budget ($128,413 actual vs $138,308 budget)
• Forum Division has $784,214 in encumbrances for fixed assets
• General Government Activities Division has spent $118,134 of $224,976 year-to-date budget
• Investment report by bank is included for review

General

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including intergovernmental agreements, development agreements, and various public works projects. The agenda includes presentations on the Illinois-Autonomous and Connect Track (I-ACT) and 4U Rantoul, as well as a proposal to hire a community social worker. No final votes are taken at this study session; it is for discussion and direction.

• Intergovernmental Agreement between Village and University of Illinois
• Development Agreement with Core Acquisitions, LLC
• Approval to Hire a Community Social Worker
• Roadway improvements: Congress Avenue and Sheldon Street resurfacing
• Sidewalk improvements along Route 136 (Klein Ave and Grove Ave)

The Board held a study session to review several proposed contracts, grants, and agreements. No substantive votes were taken other than the approval of the meeting agenda; all other items were referred to the Board for future approval.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, reviewing financial and investment reports, and acting on membership applications. They will also discuss new business items such as a new village treasurer, board officer elections, and a military service purchase.

• Approval of bills and monthly financial report from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Investment report and policy review from Wall Capital Group
• Membership applications for Rathen Camacho and Ethan Smith
• Deceased pensioner Randell Davis
• Military service purchase for Orval Stuckemeyer

Fire and Police Commission

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commission is meeting quarterly to discuss and possibly approve changes to rules regarding police applicants who miss scheduled appointments, and to continue discussing the status of hiring new police officers. The agenda includes public comments and approval of minutes, with no new business noted.

• Possible approval of changes to rules for police applicants who fail to show up to appointments
• Discussion on status of hiring new police officers
• Next meeting scheduled for October 20, 2021

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved minutes from its April 21, 2021 meeting and unanimously approved changes to section 3.4 of its Rules and Regulations covering police applicants who fail to show up to scheduled appointments during hiring. The commission also heard updates on officer training and hiring: two officers are enrolled at the Police Training Institute, with two openings secured for the January class while September remains a wait list. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 1:20 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the April 21, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to section 3.4 of the Rules and Regulations on police applicants who miss scheduled appointments (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 1:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on several routine consent items, including appointments to various committees, and then consider a series of motions and ordinances. Key actions include approving a $322,314 contract for wastewater treatment plant repairs, a $18,908.34 window purchase for the police department, and several zoning map amendments. The board will also consider a development agreement for a new Hampton Inn hotel and an ordinance amending the FY22 budget.

• Motion to approve $322,314 proposal from Aqua-Aerobic Systems for wastewater treatment plant bridge filter rebuild
• Motion to approve $18,908.34 purchase and installation of exterior windows at Police Department from Pella
• Ordinance No. 2677: Development agreement with Horve Hospitality Management for Hampton Inn hotel at 920 Broadmeadow Road
• Ordinance No. 2675 and 2676: Zoning map amendments for 1114-1116 Country Club Lane and 849 Stone Bridge Drive
• Ordinance No. 2674: Amendment to FY22 annual budget

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved multiple administrative items, contracts, ordinances, and resolutions during its regular meeting on July 13, 2021. Key decisions included authorizing a $322,314 proposal to refurbish the wastewater treatment plant filter, amending the annual budget, passing zoning amendments, and approving a development agreement with Horve Hospitality Management, Inc.

• Approved consent agenda including committee appointments, previous minutes, and Resolution No. 7-21-1342 regarding confidential closed minutes (all aye)
• Authorized payment of monthly bills (all aye)
• Approved adding four properties to the Vacant Lot Program (5-0)
• Approved purchase and installation of exterior windows at the Police Department from Pella Window and Door for $18,908.34 (5-0)
• Approved waiving formal bidding and accepted a $322,314 proposal from Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc. to refurbish the wastewater treatment plant south traveling bridge filter (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2673 amending Rantoul Code in connection with T-1 permits (4-2)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2674 revising the annual budget for multiple funds (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance Nos. 2675 and 2676 amending the official zoning map for 1114-1116 Country Club Lane and 849 Stone Bridge Drive (5-0 each)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for July 2021, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Summary Budget Report showing year-to-date expenditures across departments
• Check Register Report
• Monthly Treasurer's Report
• Investment Report by Bank

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a regular study session to discuss several village matters. Topics include the Downtown Rantoul Master Plan, zoning map amendments, and the FY22 budget amendment.

• Downtown Rantoul Master Plan presentation
• Zoning amendments for 1114-1116 Country Club Ln and 849 Stone Bridge
• FY22 Budget Amendment
• Development Agreement with Horve Hospitality Management, LLC
• Purchase and installation of new exterior windows at the Police Department

The Rantoul Board of Trustees held a study session on July 6, 2021, where items were presented for future consideration but no substantive decisions were made. The board approved the agenda and voted 6-0 to enter closed session to discuss closed meeting minutes and employee matters. Several items, including a Hampton Inn incentive package, rezoning requests, and a $322,314 filter refurbishment, were reviewed and will go to the Board for approval at a later meeting. Public comments addressed flooding on Hazelcrest Drive and Farmers Market updates.

• Approved the agenda (voice vote, all aye)
• Moved into closed session pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2 (C) 21 and (C) 1 (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:30 pm

General

The Rantoul Liquor Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss liquor-related policies. They will review the semi-annual reporting structure for Class R liquor licenses regarding food truck sales, discuss liquor delivery, and discuss the Class P-1 liquor license. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public participation.

• Review of Class R liquor license semi-annual reporting for food truck sales
• Discussion on liquor delivery
• Discussion on Class P-1 liquor license
• Approval of April 1, 2021 meeting minutes

The Liquor Advisory Committee approved its agenda and amended and approved the April 1, 2021 minutes. It agreed to move forward with a proposed change to the Class T-1 temporary liquor permit that would let similar events operate under one permit, with other restrictions unchanged. It directed Attorney Wesner to research state alcohol delivery guidelines and draft a response to a Class R licensee about third-party food truck sales, with a possible ordinance for the Village Board in August. No final ordinances were adopted; the committee also received an update on proposed Sports Complex liquor licenses.

• Approved the meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Amended April 1, 2021 minutes: removed sentence about renting a concession stand window and changed 'resulted at' to 'resumed at' (motion carried)
• Approved April 1, 2021 minutes as amended (motion carried)
• Agreed to move forward with proposed Class T-1 permit modification allowing similar events under one permit
• Directed Attorney Wesner to draft a response to a Class R licensee regarding third-party food truck sales
• Directed Attorney Wesner to research state alcohol delivery guidelines and what an ordinance would require for the August Village Board meeting

General

The Rantoul Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning petitions. One seeks to rezone a property at 1114-1116 Country Club Lane from recreation to general commercial, and the other seeks to rezone 849 Stone Bridge Drive from agriculture to general commercial. The commission is advisory to the Village Board.

• Rezoning Petition #ZP21-1: Willow Pond LLC requests rezoning of 1114-1116 Country Club Lane from RC Recreation to C-2 General Commercial.
• Rezoning Petition #ZP21-2: McRoofles LLC requests rezoning of 849 Stone Bridge Drive from AG Agriculture to C-2 General Commercial for miniature golf and entertainment.
• Approval of minutes from November 25, 2019 meeting.

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will meet virtually to vote on several expenditures and resolutions. Items include street resurfacing, vehicle purchases, and utility service agreements.

• Purchase of two Ford Police Interceptors and one Dodge Charger for $128,046.00
• Demolition contract for 201-207 E Sangamon Ave / 106 N Garrard for $147,000.00
• Forum Fitness Center Renovation & Expansion contract addendum for $256,000.00
• Purchase of electric equipment for Rantoul Foods for $328,592.20
• Resurfacing of Congress Avenue & Sheldon Street via resolutions totaling $1,131,162.00

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved several contracts and resolutions, including the purchase of three police vehicles for $128,046.00 and an addendum to the Forum Fitness Center renovation contract for $256,000.00. The board also authorized road resurfacing engineering for Congress Avenue and Sheldon Street and passed resolutions for improvements under the Illinois Highway Code. A Micro Loan Supplemental Assistance Program was approved with a 5-1 vote.

• Approved Micro Loan Supplemental Assistance Program (5-1)
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter supporting increased Amtrak service (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two Ford Police Interceptors and one Dodge Charger for $128,046.00 (6-0)
• Approved demolition contract for 201-207 E. Sangamon Ave/106 N. Garrard St for $147,000.00 (6-0)
• Approved Forum Fitness Center Renovation & Expansion contract addendum for $256,000.00 (6-0)
• Approved Waste Water Treatment Plant solids reduction agreement for $145,000.00 (6-0)
• Approved sludge hauling and disposal agreement for $140,000.00 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Public Works dump truck for $172,651.38 (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for June 2021, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or proposals listed.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures exceed budget by 21% ($2.9M actual vs $2.4M budget)
• Comptroller's Office other purchased services over budget by $726,343 (219% of annual budget)
• Forum Division fixed asset purchases at 7% of $845,000 budget
• Parks Maintenance Division fixed asset purchases at 100% of $430,000 budget
• Pool Division personnel services at 77% of $98,814 budget

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a $147,000 contract for demolition at 201 E Sangamon Ave, new windows for the police department, and various public works agreements. The board will also consider appointments, minutes, and a closed session for real estate discussions.

• Authorize $147,000 contract to S Shafer Excavating for demolition at 201 E Sangamon Ave
• Approve purchase and installation of new exterior windows at police department
• Service agreement with Merrell Bros., Inc. to reduce WWTP solids
• Agreement with Stark Excavating, Inc. for WWTP sludge hauling and disposal
• Construction engineering agreement with Hutchison Engineering for resurfacing Congress Avenue & Sheldon Street

The Rantoul Board of Trustees held a study session on June 1, 2021, and approved the agenda 6-0 with several items added. No substantive spending or policy items were decided; instead, the board reviewed proposals for stop signs, a micro loan program, an Amtrak resolution, police vehicle purchases, demolition, recreation center alternates, public works contracts, and road resurfacing, all of which will go to the Board for approval at a later meeting. The board also entered closed session to discuss real property acquisition and then adjourned.

• Approved agenda with added items (6-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss purchase or lease of real property (5-0, 1 absent)

General

The Human Relations Committee will hold a virtual meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes a review of the committee's bylaws and items from members and counsel.

• Review of HRC bylaws

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing monthly financial reports, including the summary budget, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The documents provide a comparison of estimated versus actual revenues across various village funds as of March 31, 2021.

• General Fund actual revenue of $10,804,111.10 against an estimate of $10,910,291.00
• Motor Fuel Tax Fund actual revenue of $849,207.76
• Water Fund actual revenue of $2,659,726.19
• Wastewater Fund actual revenue of $3,147,584.27
• Debt Service Fund actual revenue of $54,904.71

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will meet virtually to discuss several contracts and resolutions. Key items include funding for the Forum Fitness Center renovation and various equipment purchases.

• Contract with Broeren Russo Builders, Inc. for Forum Fitness Center Renovation and Expansion: $892,460.00
• Purchase of Bradley Lockers for the Forum from S & A Building Specialties Inc.: $62,000.00
• Purchase of Toro Zmaster 7500-D and Toro 8000 Series mower from MTI Distributing Equipment: $37,473.09
• Engineering Agreement with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for Wastewater Facilities Capital Improvement Plan: $29,300.00
• Resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Rantoul Township High School District No. 193 regarding Sheldon Street improvements

The Village Board approved several capital expenditures, including renovations for the Forum Fitness Center and a wastewater facilities plan. The Board also passed a community development action plan and an agreement for Sheldon Street improvements.

• Approved $892,460 contract with Broeren Russo Builders, Inc. for Forum Fitness Center Renovation and Expansion (6-0)
• Approved $62,000 purchase of Bradley Lockers for the Forum from S & A Building Specialties, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $37,473.09 purchase of two Toro mowers from MTI Distributing Equipment (6-0)
• Approved $29,300 Engineering Agreement with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for Wastewater Facilities Capital Improvement Plan (6-0)
• Passed Community Development Resolution No. 300 approving the 2021 Annual Action Plan (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 5-21-1337 for an intergovernmental agreement with Rantoul Township High School District No. 193 for Sheldon Street improvements (6-0)
• Authorized payment of monthly bills (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees meeting includes a training session for new trustees. This training covers department introductions, Robert's Rules of Order, and legal requirements like OMA and FOIA.

• Training for New Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees held a special meeting on May 10, 2021, with Mayor Smith and Trustees Crider, Robertson and Weathersby present. The Administrator stated for the record that a quorum was present and there were no action items on the agenda. The meeting was a training session covering the responsibilities of Village Departments, Robert's Rules of Order, the Open Meetings Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and the role and expectations of Trustees. No public participation occurred and the meeting adjourned at 7:19 P.M.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a regular study session to discuss various village projects. Topics include a housing needs assessment presentation and several items related to the Forum Fitness Center renovation.

• Swearing in of new Police Officers Ethan Smith and Rathen Camacho
• Presentation on IHDA Community Revitalization Housing Needs Assessment
• Resolution approving 2021 CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Equipment purchase from MTI Distributing for Toro Zmaster 7500-D and Toro 8000 Series
• Construction contract with Broeren Russo Builders Inc. for Forum Fitness Center

The Board conducted a study session to review several proposed expenditures and agreements. No substantive votes were taken on the items presented, as they were designated to go to the Board for future approval.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

Board of Trustees

The meeting includes the installation of the Mayor-elect, new Village Trustees, and the Village Clerk. The Board will also recognize retiring Trustees and the retiring Village Clerk.

• Oath of office for Mayor-elect Charles Smith
• Oath of office for Clerk-elect Janet Gray
• Oath of office for Trustees-elect Irene Weathersby, Regina Crider, Donald Robertson, Sherry Johnson, Sam Hall, and Mark Wilkerson
• Recognition of retiring Trustees Hank Gamel, Terry Workman, and Gary Wilson
• Recognition of retiring Clerk Mike Graham

This special meeting was procedural, focusing on the installation of newly elected officials and the recognition of retiring ones. Mayor Charles Smith, Clerk Janet Gray, and six new trustees were sworn in following the April 6, 2021 election. Plaques were presented to retiring trustees Hank Gamel, Terry Workman, and Gary Wilson, as well as retiring clerk Mike Graham. No substantive policy decisions or votes on ordinances occurred.

• Sworn in Mayor Charles Smith (re-elected April 6, 2021)
• Sworn in Village Clerk Janet Gray (elected April 6, 2021)
• Sworn in new Trustees: Weathersby, Crider, Robertson, Johnson, Hall, Wilkerson
• Presented retirement plaques to Trustees Gamel, Workman, Wilson and Clerk Graham
• Meeting adjourned at 6:02 P.M.

General

The Rantoul Citizens Advisory Committee will meet virtually via Facebook Live. The committee is scheduled to review and provide a recommendation regarding the 2021 Annual Plan.

• Review and recommendation of the 2021 Annual Plan

General

The Board of Trustees will meet to review financial and investment reports. The agenda includes approving retirement benefits, certifying board election results, and reviewing fund membership applications.

• Approval of January 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of monthly financial report from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Review of investment performance and policy from Wall Capital Group
• Approval of revised retirement benefits for Richard Welch
• Certification of Active Member Position election results

Fire and Police Commission

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to discuss potential changes to testing regulations. The board will also consider removing names from the Police Applicant Eligibility list.

• Proposed rule change requiring a one-year wait for applicants who miss scheduled testing
• Discussion regarding removal of names from the Police Applicant Eligibility list

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners voted 2-0 to remove two names from the police applicant eligibility list. Chief Brown said one applicant never turned in a background investigation packet despite several deadlines and reminder calls, and the other missed the police administration interview and did not return attempts to reschedule. The board also approved the minutes of its October 21, 2020 meeting and tabled changes to rules on applicants who miss testing or interviews to its July 2021 meeting. In other business, police staff said two conditional offers have been extended, with a lack of available police academies in the state cited as the main obstacle to training new officers.

• Approved minutes of the October 21, 2020 regular meeting (2-0 voice vote)
• Struck two names from the police applicant eligibility list (2-0 voice vote)
• Tabled rules changes on applicants who miss the written test or oral board interview to the July 2021 meeting
• Adjourned the meeting at 1:21 p.m. (2-0 voice vote)

General

The Human Relations Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss board member conduct and committee policies. Members will also discuss the appointment of a permanent secretary and a board vacancy.

• Discussion of Board Members Code of Conduct
• Discussion of Policies and Procedures
• Discussion regarding a Permanent HRC Secretary
• Discussion regarding a Board Vacancy

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review monthly financial reports, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. These documents detail year-to-date expenditures and remaining budget balances across various village departments.

• Summary Budget Report for General (Corporate) Fund
• Check Register Report
• Monthly Treasurer's Report
• Investment Report by Bank

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees is meeting to consider several ordinances and service agreements. Key discussions include purchasing public safety radios and authorizing repairs to the fire station.

• Purchase of seven public safety radios for police and fire departments from Barbeck Communications
• Repair of floors and drains at the Fire Station
• Service agreement amendment with Stark Excavating
• Ordinance regarding the Rantoul Sports Complex
• Ordinance regarding the Rantoul Ports Complex

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved its fiscal year 2021-2022 budget and a series of purchases and agreements, including 70 public safety radios for $285,885.60 and fire station floor and drain repairs for $24,628.00. The board also passed resolutions on parks management with the Rantoul Park District, temporary right-of-way closings for community events, a Class A liquor license development agreement, and waiving 2021 liquor license fees for certain classifications. Trustees approved the sale and purchase of real estate for the Rantoul Sports Complex and entered closed session to discuss employee and collective bargaining matters. A clerk's note states all listed agenda items carried by roll call vote of 6 to 0 unless otherwise noted.

• Approved bills and monthly financial reports (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 70 public safety radios from Barbeck Communications for $285,885.60 (6-0)
• Approved Fire Station No. 1 floor and drain repair by A&A Concrete for $24,628.00 (6-0)
• Approved amending Stark Excavating, Inc. service agreement for $43,705.89 to haul additional sludge from the Waste Water Treatment Plant (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 3-21-1328 on parks management/maintenance agreement with Rantoul Park District (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 3-21-1330 on temporary closing of State of Illinois right-of-way for annual community events (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 3-21-1331 for improvement under Illinois Highway Code (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 3-21-1333 authorizing a development agreement for a Class A liquor license (6-0)

General

The Board of Trustees conducted a virtual public hearing regarding the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. No public comment was recorded during the proceeding.

Board of Trustees

The Board held a virtual study session where they reached consensus to increase the village raffle retail prize limit to $500,000 and to waive liquor license fees for certain classifications for the next fiscal year due to pandemic impacts. These items, along with several others including a $43,705.89 contract amendment for sludge hauling, were tabled for final approval at the regular meeting on April 13, 2021. Trustee Hall requested the removal of Herman Fogal from the Human Relations Committee following comments Fogal made at a candidates forum, but no formal action was taken during this session.

• Agenda approved as amended (6-0)
• Consensus reached to raise raffle prize limit to $500,000 (deferred to April 13)
• Consensus reached to waive liquor license fees for next fiscal year (deferred to April 13)
• Trustee Hall requested removal of Herman Fogal from Human Relations Committee (no vote taken)
• Purchase of 70 public safety radios tabled for April 13
• Amendment to Stark Excavating contract for $43,705.89 tabled for April 13

General

The Village Board of Rantoul is meeting virtually to review minutes from the November meeting. The agenda includes proposed amendments to the Rantoul Code regarding permits, licenses, and liquor license fees.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Amending Rantoul Code regarding permits, licenses, or licenses
• Review of liquor license fees for certain license classifications
• New business announcements

The Liquor Advisory Committee met virtually on April 1, 2021, approved its agenda and the November 18, 2019 minutes, and discussed a proposed new Sports Complex liquor license classification. The committee adjourned the meeting to Monday, April 5, 2021 at 12:00 pm, but the minutes note the meeting was not reconvened on that date. No decision on the Sports Complex license was recorded.

• Approved the agenda as presented (all aye)
• Approved the November 18, 2019 minutes (all aye)
• Adjourned the meeting to Monday, April 5, 2021 at 12:00 pm (all aye)

General

The Human Relations Committee will hold a virtual meeting on March 17, 2021. The agenda includes a presentation on diversity and inclusion and a trainer item.

• Presentation on Diversity/Inclusion
• HRC Trainer: Donna Tanner-Harold

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing monthly financial reports, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. These documents detail year-to-date expenditures and remaining budget balances across various village departments.

• Summary Budget Report for General (Corporate) Fund
• Check Register Report
• Monthly Treasurer's Report
• Investment Report by Bank

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and intergovernmental agreements. The agenda includes discussions on water line construction, road improvements, and various community development grant resolutions.

• Agreement with Illinois Central Railroad Company for water line construction
• Construction engineering agreement with Hutchinson Engineering, Inc.
• Intergovernmental agreement with Rantoul Park District for Aquatic Center improvements
• Resolution accepting Morton Arboretum Urban and Community Forest Grant funds
• Resolution amending the Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved a slate of agenda items, all by 6-0 roll call votes, including a $359,453.00 change order with Byrne & Jones Construction for the Broadmeadow Road utility extension serving the proposed Rantoul Family Sports Complex maintenance building. The board also approved a $157,061.00 construction engineering agreement with Hutchison Engineering for Maplewood Drive resurfacing and separately allocated $157,061.00 in IDOT MFT funds for that engineering work. Other approvals included a development agreement with Fringe Entertainment, LLC, an intergovernmental agreement with the Rantoul Park District, and a resolution establishing a Human Relations Committee. Heritage Inn was announced as a $30,000.00 sponsor of the Rantoul Family Sports Complex.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved bills and monthly financial reports (6-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Rantoul Park District (6-0)
• Approved Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center diving board and stand replacement (6-0)
• Approved purchase and installation of FBI Building at Rantoul Family Sports Complex (6-0)
• Approved license agreement with Illinois Central Railroad for water line across Tanner and Letchworth (6-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 10, $359,453.00 with Byrne & Jones Construction plus $5,000.00 contingency, for Broadmeadow Road utility extension (6-0)
• Approved $157,061.00 construction engineering agreement with Hutchison Engineering for Maplewood Drive resurfacing (6-0)

General

The Rantoul Citizens Advisory Committee will meet virtually to conduct business. The primary focus is the review and recommendation of an amended Annual Plan regarding CARES Act CV2 funding.

• Review and recommendation of the amended Annual Plan (CARES-CV2 Funding)
• Approval of minutes from the July 30, 2020 meeting

General

The Board of Trustees held a study session to review the fiscal year 2022 budget and discuss various upcoming agenda items, including infrastructure projects and grant agreements. No substantive legislative actions were taken during the meeting, as items were presented for future consideration at the March 9, 2021, board meeting. The board also entered into a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Entered into closed session (8:57 P.M.)
• Returned to open session (10:55 P.M.)

General

The Human Relations Committee will hold a virtual meeting on February 27, 2021. The committee members will discuss a Human Relations Committee Resolution.

• Discussion of Human Relations Committee Resolution

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees is meeting virtually to consider various ordinances and resolutions. A primary item of business is the authorization of an agreement with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council Sergeants.

• Agreement with Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council Sergeants

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees held a special meeting on February 18, 2021, and approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council (Sergeants), assigned Resolution No. 2-21-1334. The motion carried 4-1, with Trustee Workman voting no and Trustee Johnson absent. There was no public participation, and the meeting adjourned at 4:22 P.M.

• Approved resolution authorizing an agreement with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council (Sergeants), Resolution No. 2-21-1334 (4-1; Workman nay, Johnson absent)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:22 P.M.

General

The Human Relations Committee will hold a virtual session to discuss resolution updates and mediation. The meeting includes time for public participation and reviews of items from members and counsel.

• Resolution updates
• Mediation discussions
• Public participation

The Human Relations Committee approved a revised resolution requiring people representing residents to reside in Rantoul and giving the committee a role in vetting and filling vacancies. The resolution will be posted on the Village website, with public feedback set for February 27 and a final version going to the full Village Board in March. The committee also moved to pursue free mediation services through Prairieland Conflict Mediation Agency, inviting the agency to future meetings. No public participation was recorded.

• Approved revised resolution requiring committee representatives to reside in Rantoul and giving the committee a vetting role (Peyton, Fogal)
• Decided to post the resolution on the Village website
• Set public feedback session on the resolution for Saturday, February 27, 1:00-2:30 pm (virtual)
• Final resolution to be presented to the full Village Board in March
• Approved pursuing mediation/conciliation via Prairieland Conflict Mediation Agency (Alternative 4)
• Approved agenda (Fogal, Peyton)
• Approved minutes from December 9, 2020 meeting (Peyton, Vasquez)
• Approved adjournment (Fogal, Peyton)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review monthly financial documents including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. These reports detail year-to-date expenditures and budget balances across various village departments.

• Summary Budget Report for General (Corporate) Fund
• Check Register Report
• Monthly Treasurer's Report
• Investment Report by Bank

General

The Village Board of Trustees will meet virtually to discuss several administrative and legislative items. Key topics include easement agreements for utility and sewer projects, police pursuit vehicle purchases, and several new ordinances.

• Appointment of D. Malone Gensler to the position of Comptroller
• Purchase of Dodge Charger police pursuit vehicle from Shields Auto Center
• Easement agreements with J. Warner Dynasty Trust for Permanent General Utility and Storm Sewer
• Ordinance No. 2021-10 regarding municipal parking permit applications
• Ordinance No. 2021-11 regarding municipal parking permit renewals

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved Resolution No. 2-21-1327 appointing D. Jolene Gensler as Village Comptroller, and passed Ordinance No. 2669 authorizing an agreement to sell Village-owned real estate at 801 Pacesetter Drive (Hanger No. 2). The board also approved buying a 2021 Dodge Charger Police Pursuit AWD Sedan from Shields Auto Center for $28,500.00, easement agreements with J & G Warner Dynasty Trust for the Rantoul Family Sports Complex Project, and several other ordinances and resolutions. All agenda items carried by roll call vote of 5 to 0 unless otherwise noted. The meeting adjourned at 6:19 P.M.

• Approved Resolution No. 2-21-1327 appointing D. Jolene Gensler as Comptroller (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda minutes from January 12, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved bills and monthly financial reports (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of 2021 Dodge Charger Police Pursuit AWD Sedan from Shields Auto Center for $28,500.00 (5-0)
• Approved easement agreements with J & G Warner Dynasty Trust for Rantoul Family Sports Complex Project (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2666 appointing Jacob D. McCoy, P.E. to Illinois Municipal Electric Agency Board of Directors (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2667 appointing Jacob D. McCoy, P.E. to Illinois Public Energy Agency (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2668 amending Chapter 28 waste hauler license (5-0)

General

The Board conducted a study session to review items for the February 9 regular meeting. No substantive votes were taken on the agenda items, which include a police vehicle purchase and easement agreements. The Board entered a closed session to discuss property, personnel, and collective bargaining.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss property sale/lease, employee matters, and collective bargaining

General

The Board of Trustees will meet to review financial and investment reports. The agenda includes approving retirement benefits and annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners.

• Approval of regular retirement benefits for Alex Meyer and Richard Welch
• Approval of surviving spouse benefits for Mary Zonfrilli
• Approval of annual Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs) for pensioners
• Review and approval of Fiduciary Liability Insurance renewal
• Accountant's report and bill approval from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP

Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to discuss the fiscal year 2021-22 budget. The commission will also address applicant testing procedures and schedule oral interviews for new applicants.

• Discussion and approval of FY 21-22 budget
• Review of continuous applicant testing process
• Discussion of procedures for applicants failing to attend written tests
• Setting dates for new applicant oral interviews

The Commission unanimously approved the FY21-22 budget and the minutes from the October 21, 2020 meeting. Members discussed implementing a one-year waiting period for applicants who fail or miss tests, with a formal amendment proposed for the next meeting. Oral interviews for new applicants were scheduled for February 8, 2021.

• Approved FY21-22 budget (unanimous)
• Approved October 21, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled new applicant oral interviews for February 8, 2021

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing monthly financial documents including the Summary Budget Report, Check Register, Treasurer's Report, and Investment Report. These reports detail year-to-date expenditures and budget balances across various village departments.

• Summary Budget Report for General (Corporate) Fund
• Check Register Report
• Monthly Treasurer's Report
• Investment Report by Bank

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees is reviewing easement agreements for the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency solar project. The board is also considering various equipment purchases, including snowplow parts, fencing, and streetscape buses.

• Easement agreements between the Village of Rantoul and Illinois Municipal Electric Agency for the Solar Project Phase 1 and Phase 2
• Purchase of Scott/Xair Parks Pro/Compact and cylinder from MES Rantoul Family Sports Complex
• Purchase of fence parts from Sports Fence
• Purchase of Ford Street Craft Buses from Midwest Transit Equipment
• Roadway improvement ordinance regarding Maplewood Drive

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved a series of purchases and agreements on January 12, 2021, including 100 Scott X3 Air Paks and cylinders for $361,122.11, portable fencing for the Sports Complex for $150,024.00, and two 2019 Ford StarCraft buses for $121,891.00. The board also approved an easement agreement with the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency for Solar Project Phases 1 and 2, and passed three resolutions covering a road agreement for Maplewood Drive resurfacing and service contracts with Cordogan, Clark & Associates, Inc. and Deem Landscaping, Inc. The board entered closed session to discuss employee matters and adjourned at 8:59 P.M. A clerk's note states all listed agenda items carried 6-0 by roll call unless otherwise noted.

• Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including December 2020 minutes and Resolution No. 1-21-1235 on closed minutes (6-0)
• Approved bills and monthly financial reports (6-0)
• Approved easement agreement with IMEA for Solar Project Phase 1 and Phase 2 (6-0)
• Approved waiving bidding and purchasing 100 Scott X3 Air Paks and cylinders from MES for $361,122.11 (5-0, Trustee Wilson present)
• Approved waiving bidding and purchasing SportFence portable fencing for Sports Complex for $150,024.00 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2019 Ford StarCraft buses for $121,891.00 and declared 2000 Chevy van and 2006 Chevy bus surplus (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 1-21-1322 for local public agency agreement for Maplewood Drive resurfacing (6-0)

General

The Village of Rantoul Electoral Board will meet virtually to adopt proposed meeting rules and hear Case No. 2021-1 regarding an objection to Robertson's nomination papers for District 3. No evidence will be taken during this session to allow parties to become familiar with the rules.

• Adoption of proposed Electoral Board rules
• Case No. 2021-1: Killeen objection to nomination papers of Robertson (District 3)
• Appointment of a Hearing Officer

General

The Village of Rantoul Electoral Board will meet virtually to adopt proposed rules and hear Case No. 2021-1 regarding an objection to nomination papers. The meeting will follow procedures established for electronic attendance due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Adoption of proposed rules by the Board
• Case No. 2021-1: Killeen Objection to Nomination Papers of Robertson (District 3)
• Appointment of a Hearing Officer

The Rantoul Electoral Board held a hearing on an objection by John Killeen that candidate Donald Robertson was not eligible for the District No. 3 ballot because his voter registration was not in that district. The Board voted 3-0 to overrule the objection, keeping Robertson on the ballot for the April 6, 2021 Consolidated General Election. The Board also approved its hearing rules 3-0 and later approved the final written legal decision 3-0. The meeting was held virtually on January 4 and continued January 5, 2021.

• Appointed Ken Beth as Hearing Officer (3-0)
• Approved Electoral Board Hearing Rules as written (3-0)
• Overruled Killeen's objection to Robertson's candidacy, keeping him on the District No. 3 ballot (3-0)
• Approved the Final Written Legal Decision of the Electoral Board (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting