Rantoul public meetings in 2022

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for December 2022, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, consisting solely of these financial documents with no other action items.

• Summary Budget Report shows General Fund expenditures at 106% of annual budget year-to-date
• Pool Division personnel services over budget at 241% of annual budget
• Forum Division property and equipment spending at 114% of annual budget
• Campground Division personnel services at 377% of annual budget
• Check Register, Treasurer's Report, and Investment Report included

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider consent agenda items, including minutes and appointments, and several motions for expenditures, ordinances, and resolutions. Key actions include approving a $295,740 electric equipment purchase from Anixter Power Solutions, a $30,000 microloan for A Taste of Thai, and multiple ordinances related to the 2022 tax levy and abatements. The board will also vote on resolutions for truck routes, bus shelters, and ARPA fund allocation.

• Purchase of electric equipment from Anixter Power Solutions for $295,740 to support load growth at Rantoul Foods, Phase Four
• Microloan application for A Taste of Thai in the amount of $30,000
• Ordinance 2724 levying taxes for the 2022 tax levy year
• Ordinances 2725-2729 authorizing abatement of tax levy for various general obligation bond series
• Resolution 12-22-1371 approving CDBG economic development funding for Earnest Agriculture at 501-505 Condit Drive

General

The Micro Loan and Revolving Loan Committees are meeting to discuss applications for EDA Revolving Loan and Microloan funds. The only listed applicant is A Taste of Thai. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no decisions specified.

• Discussion of EDA Revolving Loan and Microloan applications
• Applicant: A Taste of Thai

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially act on several ordinances, including the 2022 tax levy and abatements for general obligation bonds. They will also hear presentations on PFAS impacts and ARPA fund requests, and consider resolutions on bus shelters and truck routes.

• Ordinance 2724 levying taxes for 2022
• Ordinances 2725-2729 abating tax levies for GO bonds (Series 2013A, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020)
• Resolution 12-22-1372 approving CDBG funding for Earnest Agriculture at 501-505 Condit Drive
• Electric equipment purchase from Anixter Power Solutions for $295,740.00
• Resolution 12-22-1373 establishing a Class II truck route and a prohibited truck route

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review four routine financial reports prepared by the Village Treasurer: a summary budget report, a check register report, a monthly treasurer’s report, and an investment report. These documents are presented for informational purposes and do not require a vote.

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially approve several financial items, including a $450,000 EDA loan for Sol Azteca, Inc. dba Angel's Agave Mexican Restaurant, a $75,000 microloan for Aaron and Cindy Tuller, and multiple equipment purchases. The board will also receive presentations on the property tax levy and ARPA funds, and consider an ordinance for the sale of real estate at 620 Cook Street. The meeting includes proclamations, recognitions, and appointments, and may enter closed session for collective bargaining and personnel matters.

• Approve EDA loan for Sol Azteca, Inc. dba Angel's Agave Mexican Restaurant for $450,000
• Approve microloan for Aaron and Cindy Tuller for $75,000
• Ordinance 2722 authorizing sale of real estate at 620 Cook Street
• Approve purchase of chlorine for Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center for $28,390
• Approve purchase of transformers from Jerry's Electric for $109,985

General

The Micro Loan and Revolving Loan Committees are meeting to discuss two loan applications: one from Sol Azteca, Inc. dba Angel's Agave Mexican Restaurant and one from Aaron and Cindy Tuller. The meeting includes public participation and will adjourn after the discussion.

• Discussion of EDA Revolving Loan application by Sol Azteca, Inc. dba Angel's Agave Mexican Restaurant
• Discussion of Microloan application by Aaron and Cindy Tuller

General

The Rantoul Micro Loan Committee and Revolving Loan Committee are meeting to discuss EDA Revolving Loan and Microloan applications from two applicants: Sol Azteca, Inc. dba Agave Mexican Restaurant, and Aaron and Cindy Tuller. The meeting includes public participation before the discussion and adjournment.

• Discussion of EDA Revolving Loan application from Sol Azteca, Inc. dba Agave Mexican Restaurant
• Discussion of Microloan application from Aaron and Cindy Tuller

General

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding its quarterly meeting. They will discuss and possibly approve an amendment to section 3.10.5 of the rules, adding physical fitness standards to the required tests for candidates. They will also set a date for the Sergeant promotional exam/interview panel.

• Discussion and approval of amendment to section 3.10.5 adding physical fitness standards to required tests
• Set date for Sergeant promotional exam/interview panel
• Public comments and approval of minutes

General

The Rantoul Storm Drainage Committee is meeting to discuss several storm drainage issues, including drainage on Illinois Drive and in the Oakcrest/Pinecrest area, and a collaborative effort with Champaign County and Triple Fork to improve the Double Box Culvert near Heritage Lake. The committee will also discuss general village stormwater topics. This is a discussion-only agenda with no formal votes or contracts listed.

• Discussion of Illinois Drive storm drainage
• Discussion of Oakcrest/Pinecrest area storm drainage
• Collaborative effort with Champaign County and Triple Fork to improve Double Box Culvert near Heritage Lake
• Discussion of village stormwater topics

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the village's monthly financial reports for October 2022, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or proposals listed; it consists solely of the financial documents for the board's information.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at $1,243,951.45 against a $3,054,420 budget (41% used)
• Pool Division over budget: year-to-date actual $208,520.15 vs $86,720 budget (241%)
• Forum Division fixed asset purchases: $118,912.58 encumbered, actual $29,215.70 negative variance
• General Gov't Activities Division 'Other' expenses at $599,532.18 year-to-date (263% of budget)
• Campground Division personnel services at 367% of budget year-to-date

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution authorizing an application to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development grant program for the first phase of Heritage Lake redevelopment. The board will also approve the agenda and allow public comments.

• Resolution 09-22-1366 authorizing application to Illinois DNR grant for Heritage Lake redevelopment, Phase One

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the village's monthly financial reports for September 2022, 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 spending above budget. The meeting is primarily informational, with no specific action items listed.

• General Fund expenditures exceed budget in several departments, including Government Administration at 108% of annual budget
• Pool Division spending is 218% of year-to-date budget, with personnel services at 290%
• Campground Division spent 191% of year-to-date budget, including $14,864.64 for property and equipment
• Forum Division shows a negative year-to-date actual for fixed assets, indicating a credit or adjustment
• General Gov't Activities Division spent 119% of year-to-date budget, with 'Other' expenses at 203%

General

The Rantoul Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to hold a public hearing on the Draft 2021 CDBG CAPER (Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report) and to hear committee comments on it. The committee will also approve minutes from its April 29, 2021 meeting. This is a routine meeting focused on reviewing the village's use of federal CDBG funds.

• Public hearing on Draft 2021 CDBG CAPER
• Committee comments on 2021 CDBG CAPER
• Approval of minutes from April 29, 2021 meeting

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a study session covering routine items, including appointments, minutes, and reports. Key items include a $35,439 police vehicle purchase, a $46,156 skid steer purchase, and resolutions for grant applications and agreements. The board will also discuss American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

• Purchase of 2022 Dodge Sedan for Police Department from Shield's Auto Center for $35,439.00
• Purchase of Kubota SV65 Skid Steer Loader for Wastewater Treatment Plant from Birkey's Farm Store for $46,155.89
• Resolution for ITEP grant application for Veterans Parkway / Perimeter Road Shared Use Path Extension
• Resolution accepting OSLAD grant for Heritage Lake Redevelopment Phase One
• Ordinance approving intergovernmental agreement with RTHS for transfer of Ryan Park real estate

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will receive the monthly financial reports for August 2022, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is informational only, with no action items or public hearings listed.

• General Fund budget report shows 17% of year elapsed with 13% of annual budget spent
• Pool Division expenses exceed budget at 286% of current period budget
• Forum Division shows negative actuals due to fixed asset adjustments
• Campground Division personnel costs at 403% of current budget
• Parks Maintenance Division at 109% of current budget

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several contracts and purchases, including a $56,998 service agreement for well pump replacement, a $219,200 engineering agreement for runway rehabilitation, and multiple vehicle and equipment purchases. The board will also vote on a resolution allocating $225,000 in motor fuel tax funds for street maintenance. New police officers will be sworn in, and the consent agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and bills.

• Service agreement with Water Well Solutions Illinois, LLC for pump replacement at Well Nine, $56,998
• Engineering services agreement with Hanson Professional Services Inc. for Runway 18-36 rehabilitation, $219,200
• Purchase of 2020 Chevrolet Silverado for Building Safety Division, $30,573
• Purchase of replacement truck with snow plow for Public Works, not to exceed $60,000
• Resolution 07-22-1364 allocating $225,000 in motor fuel tax funds for street maintenance

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially approve several contracts and purchases, including a $219,200 engineering agreement for runway rehabilitation, a $56,998 water well pump replacement, and a $30,573 vehicle purchase. The board will also discuss prioritizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The agenda includes recognitions and routine items like minutes and reports.

• Engineering services agreement with Hanson Professional Services for Rantoul National Aviation Center runway 18-36 rehabilitation, $219,200
• Service agreement with Water Well Solutions Illinois for pump replacement at Well Nine, $56,998
• Purchase of 2020 Chevy Silverado for Building Safety from McMahon Auto Group, $30,573
• Electric equipment purchase from Anixter Power Solutions for Rantoul Foods load growth, $110,997
• Motor Fuel Tax funds allocation for street maintenance, $225,000

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, financial reports, and investment updates. They will also vote on a regular retirement benefit for Bradley Saltsgaver and discuss possible actions related to IPOPIF consolidation and other financial policies.

• Approval of retirement benefits for Bradley Saltsgaver
• Review of monthly financial report and bills from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Investment performance summary and policy review from Wall Capital Group
• Discussion on IPOPIF status and consolidation requests
• Board officer elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is meeting to review the village's monthly financial reports for July 2022, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is purely informational, with no action items or public hearings listed.

• Summary budget report shows year-to-date expenditures across all departments
• Check register report for July 2022
• Monthly treasurer's report
• Investment report

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider a consent agenda with appointments and minutes, then vote on several contracts for fire alarm upgrades, fitness equipment, engineering services, and an electric upgrade. They will also consider ordinances on cannabis establishments, ARPA utility credits, redistricting, non-highway vehicles, hotel tax, and intergovernmental agreements for school projects.

• Fire alarm upgrades at Forum Fitness Center with Johnson Controls and Waters Electrical, $39,905.15
• Fitness equipment lease with Johnson Health Tech North America, $139,246.00
• Engineering agreement for ITEP Maplewood Shared Use Path with Hutchison Engineering, $60,043.00
• Contract with BH Electric for Rantoul Foods Electric Upgrade Phase 3, $91,240.20
• Ordinance 2711 authorizing ARPA funds for utility credit

General

The Micro Loan Review Committee is meeting to consider one item: approval of a micro-loan application from Schitts and Giggles. The agenda includes public participation before the vote.

• Approve Micro-Loan Application for Schitts and Giggles

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including contracts for fitness center upgrades, construction projects, and various ordinances. The board will also consider appointments to committees and a redistricting map. This is a working session where items are discussed before formal action at a regular meeting.

• Agreement for fire alarm upgrades to Forum Fitness Center with Johnson Controls, Inc. and Waters Electrical Contracting, Inc. for $39,905.15
• Lease agreement for fitness equipment with Johnson Health Tech North America for Forum Fitness Center totaling $139,246.00
• Construction engineering agreement with Hutchison Engineering, Inc. for ITEP Maplewood Shared Use Path Project for $60,043.00
• Contract with BH Electric LLC for Rantoul Foods Electric Upgrade Phase 3 for $91,240.20
• Intergovernmental agreement with Rantoul City Schools #137 for IDOT Safe Routes to School Grant (Pleasant Acres Elementary School) for $450,000.00

General

The Micro Loan and Revolving Loan Committees are meeting to discuss applications for EDA Revolving Loan and Microloan funding from four local businesses. The agenda includes public participation and a discussion of each application, but no decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of EDA Revolving Loan and Microloan applications for Commercial Strip Center
• Discussion of EDA Revolving Loan and Microloan applications for Dis N Dat BBQ
• Discussion of EDA Revolving Loan and Microloan applications for Schitts and Giggles Boutique
• Discussion of EDA Revolving Loan and Microloan applications for Country Financial

General

The Rantoul General Meeting on June 27, 2022, will hold a public redistricting meeting to discuss map proposals and recommend one to the Board for approval. The meeting includes a public participation period and adjournment motion.

• Discussion of Redistricting Map Proposals
• Recommend Map(s) To Forward To Board For Consideration, Approval

General

The Rantoul Storm Drainage Committee is meeting to discuss several storm drainage issues, including drainage on Illinois Drive and in the Oakcrest/Pinecrest area, and a potential collaboration with Champaign County and Triple Fork to improve the Double Box Culvert near Heritage Lake. The committee will also discuss general village stormwater topics. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Discussion of Illinois Drive storm drainage
• Discussion of Oakcrest/Pinecrest area storm drainage
• Potential collaboration with Champaign County and Triple Fork to improve Double Box Culvert near Heritage Lake
• Discussion of village stormwater topics

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the monthly financial reports for June 2022, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• General Fund budget at 76% spent year-to-date
• Recreation Department Forum Division at 99% of annual budget
• Pool Division at 97% of annual budget
• Campground Division over budget at 129%
• Parks Maintenance Division at 94% of annual budget

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several expenditures, including two police vehicles, a camera system, a mini excavator, an HVAC replacement, and a tree chipper, totaling over $618,000. They will also vote on ordinances amending video gambling license rules, employment policies, and the FY 2022-2023 budget, plus a resolution for a community development block grant.

• Purchase of two Ford Police Utility Vehicles for $78,650
• Service agreement with Flock Group for 24 Falcon cameras at $65,800
• Mini excavator purchase from Altorfer CAT for $72,000
• HVAC replacement at Water Treatment Plant with Davis-Houk Mechanical for $301,995
• Tree chipper replacement from Vermeer Midwest for $100,000

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, reviewing financial and investment reports, and considering several policy items. They will also discuss the status of IPOPIF consolidation and related actions, and certify board election results.

• Approval of bills including Illinois Department of Insurance Compliance Fee
• Investment report from Wall Capital Group
• Application for membership by Jose Aceves
• Discussion/action on IPOPIF consolidation and related resolutions
• Certify board election results for active and retired member positions

General

This is a special meeting of the Rantoul Village Board of Trustees with no substantive public agenda items. The board will hold a closed session under state law for self-evaluation or professional ethics discussions, then adjourn. No decisions or public discussions are scheduled.

• Closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(16) for self-evaluation or professional ethics
• Public participation period with 3-minute speaking limit
• Motion to adjourn

Fire and Police Commission

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commission is holding its quarterly meeting. They will hear public comments, approve minutes, and receive an update on the new officer hiring process. They will also discuss the timeline for the sergeant promotional process. The next meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2022.

• Update on new officer hiring process
• Discussion of timeline for sergeant promotional process

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for April 2022, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items or decisions listed.

• Summary Budget Report shows year-to-date expenditures across all departments
• Check Register Report
• Monthly Treasurer's Report
• Investment Report

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on several expenditures, including a $316,000 contribution to the police pension fund, and consider ordinances related to liquor licenses and a development agreement. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and bills, plus a resolution for a multiuse path project.

• Purchase of access control system for police from Siemens for $19,820.92
• Purchase of transformers from Jerry's Electric and B&B Transformer for $172,415.00 total
• Waive bidding to buy a grinder for Pump Station 557 from Franklin Miller for $65,500.00
• Contribution of $316,000 to the Rantoul Police Pension Fund
• Ordinance to repeal and restate development agreement with SC Rantoul, LLC for Redevelopment Project Area Number Four

General

The Rantoul Liquor Advisory Committee is meeting to consider amendments to the city code regarding liquor license property ownership/lease requirements and the Class P-2 license, and to discuss liquor license options for the Sports Complex. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Amending Chapter 4 of the Rantoul Code on property ownership/lease requirements
• Amending Chapter 4, Section 31(6) on the Class P-2 license
• Discussion of liquor license options for the Sports Complex

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider multiple contracts and ordinances, including a $1.24 million road resurfacing project, a $47,784 HVAC design agreement, and a $246,850 water treatment plant filter replacement. They will also vote on adopting several 2018 international codes and a land lease with Bow Renewables. The meeting includes a presentation of the FY 2022-2023 budget.

• Contract with Cross Construction for Congress Avenue and Sheldon Street resurfacing, $1,244,883.87
• Agreement with GHR Engineering for HVAC replacement at Water Treatment Plant, $47,784.00
• Agreement with G.A. Rich & Sons for underdrain replacement at West WTP, $246,850.00
• Ordinances adopting 2018 International Mechanical, Fire, Fuel Gas, Energy Conservation, and Wildland-Urban Interface Codes
• Land lease agreement with Bow Renewables LLC at 3200 N 1800 E Road

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several contracts and ordinances at its regular meeting. Key items include a five-year contract for police in-squad cameras, an engineering agreement for a wastewater study, and adoption of updated building codes. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Five-year contract with Axon Enterprises for nine Fleet 3 in-squad cameras at $20,765.72/yr
• Engineering agreement with Donohue & Associates for Wastewater Nutrient Assessment Reduction Plan Study at $27,010.00
• Change Order One with Burns & McDonnell for Phase Two Property Release Application at $19,864.00
• Adoption of 2018 International Building, Residential, and Property Maintenance Codes (Ordinances 2692-2694)
• Resolution authorizing sale of Tax Increment Refunding Revenue Bonds

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a five-year contract for police in-squad cameras, adoption of updated building codes, and resolutions for a lease extension and bond sale. They will also discuss ARPA funding and the upcoming fiscal year budget.

• Five-year Axon contract for nine Fleet 3 in-squad cameras at $20,765.72/yr
• Ordinances adopting 2018 International Building, Residential, and Property Maintenance Codes
• Resolution authorizing lease extension with McLeod USA at 200 West Grove
• Resolution to proceed with sale of tax increment refunding revenue bonds
• Engineering agreement with Donohue & Associates for wastewater nutrient study at $27,010.00

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine pension fund business, including approving minutes, financial reports, and investment updates. They will also vote on new member applications, a retirement benefit, and annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners.

• Approve regular retirement benefits for Kurtis Buckley
• Applications for membership from Brennan Crose and Kyle Gretz
• Transfer of creditable service from IMRF for Kyle Donovan and Peter Nicolini
• Approve annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Review fiduciary liability insurance renewal

General

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting for its quarterly session. They will discuss an update on the new officer hiring process and consider approval of the proposed budget. The meeting is primarily administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Update on new officer hiring process
• Approval of proposed budget

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the village's monthly financial reports for January 2022, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or proposals listed; it consists solely of these financial documents for the board's information.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 72% of annual budget
• Comptroller's Office division over budget in other purchased services ($26,237.89 actual vs $6,195 budget)
• Pool division year-to-date expenditures at 120% of budget
• Forum division year-to-date expenditures at 93% of budget with $338,621.08 encumbered
• Campground division year-to-date expenditures at 192% of budget

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a regular meeting, largely procedural, including consent agenda approval and a closed session. The main actionable item is a vote on Ordinance No. 2691 to accept real estate at 272 Keystone Drive and 1318 Rockland Drive.

• Ordinance No. 2691: acceptance of real estate at 272 Keystone Drive and 1318 Rockland Drive
• Approval of minutes from December 7 and December 14, 2021 meetings
• Approval of bills and monthly financial reports
• Closed session to discuss closed meeting minutes

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will hold a study session covering routine items such as approval of prior minutes, plus a presentation on the village tree inventory and a discussion on American Recovery Plan Act funds. The board will also swear in two new police officers and may enter closed session to review closed-session minutes.

• Swearing in of Police Officers Brennan Crose and Kyle Gretz
• Discussion regarding American Recovery Plan funds received by Rantoul
• Acceptance of donated property
• Village tree inventory presentation
• Village applicant demographics report