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Rantoul public meetings in 2022

56 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul trustees to review monthly financial reports for December 2022

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.

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Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul board to approve $295,740 electric equipment purchase for Rantoul Foods

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board approves 2022 tax levy and ARPA project funding

The Board passed the 2022 tax levy and several tax levy abatements for general obligation bonds. It approved $295,740 for electric equipment for Rantoul Foods and allocated ARPA funds for various village projects. Several new truck routes were established and a $30,000 microloan for A Taste of Thai was approved.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
4 yea · 1 nay
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Weathersby yea · Crider yea · Johnson nay
resolution to show the following amounts: Fire Station upgrades - $750,000.00, Downtown Infrastructure — $1.8 Million, Youth Center - $3 Million, Wastewater Project - $ 793,000.00 (the remainder of…
4 yea · 2 nay
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Wilkerson yea · Smith yea · Crider nay · Hall nay
The other 20 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Dec 7, 2022 · 14:00

General

Committee to discuss EDA loan applications, including A Taste of Thai

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.

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333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider 2022 tax levy and bond abatements

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.

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✓ Decided: Board allocates ARPA funds for four major projects

The Board of Trustees allocated $6.5 million in ARPA funds to four projects: $3 million for the Wastewater Treatment Facility, $1.8 million for Downtown Infrastructure, $750,000 for Fire Station Two improvements, and $950,000 for the Youth Center renovations. The funds cover architectural and engineering design and construction. The Board also discussed several ordinances and resolutions to be voted on at the next meeting, including a Juneteenth holiday, tax levy and abatements, and a bus shelter agreement.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. Ona roll call vote:
6 yea
Hail yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Wed Nov 16, 2022 · 17:30

General

Rantoul storm drainage committee to discuss Illinois Drive, Oakcrest/Pinecrest, and culvert project

The Storm Drainage Committee is meeting to discuss several stormwater drainage issues, including conditions on Illinois Drive and the Oakcrest/Pinecrest area, as well as a joint project with Champaign County and the Triple Fork Project to improve the Double Box Culvert near Heritage Lake. The agenda also includes general village stormwater topics. No formal votes or decisions are listed; the items are for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Storm Drainage Committee reviews project updates and budget plans

The committee received reports on storm drainage projects, including a proposed $400,000 detention basin for Illinois Drive. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Board receives November 2022 monthly financial reports without action

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.

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Tue Nov 8, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Board to vote on $450K loan for Angel's Agave restaurant

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several expenditures and resolutions at its regular meeting, including a $450,000 economic development loan for a local restaurant, multiple equipment purchases, and a tax levy resolution. The agenda also includes routine consent items and appointments.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $450K EDA loan for Angel's Agave Mexican Restaurant

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved an EDA loan application for Sol Azteca, Inc. dba Angel's Agave Mexican Restaurant in the amount of $450,000. The board also approved several purchases and contracts, including a $28,390 chlorine purchase for the aquatic center, a $109,985 transformer purchase, and a $180,000 wire purchase for Rantoul Foods Phase Four. All votes were 5-0 with Trustee Hall absent.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda for the meeting, as presented. Trustee Johnson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Wilkerson yea · Robinson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
to authorize and approve the EDA Loan Application for Sol Azteca, Inc. dba Angel's Agave Mexican Restaurant in the amount of $450,000.00. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of Pulsar Briquette Chlorine for the Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center from Spear Corporation in the amount of $28,390.00. Trustee Wilkerson seconded the motion…
5 yea
Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of Pickup Truck(s) for the Recreation Department Grounds Maintenance Division not-to-exceed $40,000.00. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call…
5 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
to authorize and approve the Change Order One with Water Well Solutions Illinois, LLC for Pulling and Replacement of Submersible Pump at Well Nine in the amount of $19,300.00. Trustee Robertson…
5 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of one (1) 2500 KVA pad-mount transformer and two (2) 750 KVA pad-mount transformers from Jerry's Electric, Inc. in the amount of $109,985.00. Trustee Johnson…
5 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of 750 MCM CU wire from Anixter Power Solutions in the amount of $180,000.00, and PVC Conduit from BHMG Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $44,200.00, to support…
5 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea
to approve the purchase of a replacement Bucket Truck for the Public Works Electric Division not-to-exceed $200,000.00. Trustee Robertson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of a replacement Dump Plow Truck for the Public Works Street & Systems Division not-to-exceed $210,000.00. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call…
5 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
Ordinance No. 2722. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Resolution No. 11-22-1367. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
Resolution No. 11-22-1368. Trustee Robertson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Resolution No. 11-22-13639. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Resolution No. 11-22-13639. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote: YEAS: Robertson, Weathersby, Johnson, Crider and Wilkerson — 5. NAYS: None — 0. ABSENT: Hall — 1. The motion…
5 yea
Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider ~ yea
Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider $450K loan for Angel's Agave restaurant

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board of Trustees holds study session to review pending approvals

The Board conducted a study session to review several loan requests, equipment purchases, and infrastructure projects. No substantive votes were taken on these items, as they were referred to the Board for future approval.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a roll call vote:
5 yea
Crider yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weatherby yea · Johnson yea
[context] On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
Tue Oct 25, 2022 · 14:00

General

Police pension board to review finances, investments, and new members

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, reviewing financial and investment reports, and considering new membership applications. They will also discuss potential consolidation with IPOPIF, approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request, and consider switching to direct deposit for pension payments.

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Tue Oct 25, 2022 · 08:30

General

Committee to discuss two loan applications for local businesses

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.

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333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
Wed Oct 19, 2022 · 10:30

General

Rantoul loan committees to review two loan applications

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.

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333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
Wed Oct 19, 2022 · 13:00

General

Fire and Police Board to consider adding physical fitness test standards

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.

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✓ Decided: Commission amends police academy physical fitness standards

The Board approved an amendment to the Rules & Regulations regarding physical fitness standards for the police academy. The Commission also established a timeline for Sergeant promotional testing.

Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 17:30

General

Rantoul storm drainage committee to discuss Illinois Drive, Oakcrest/Pinecrest, and culvert project

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.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul trustees to review monthly financial reports for October 2022

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.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul Board to consider generator repairs and new skid steer purchase

The Board of Trustees will review several financial and equipment items. This includes a request to waive bidding for generator repairs and a proposal to change a previously approved equipment purchase for the wastewater treatment plant.

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✓ Decided: Village Board approves generator repair and new skid steer loader

The Board authorized a radiator rebuild for a substation generator and updated a previous equipment purchase for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The Board also affirmed a new appointment to the Police Pension Board.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda for the meeting, as presented. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. One a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Johnson yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Johnson yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize waiving the formal bidding process and approve the rebuild of the radiator on the CAT Quick-start Generator #11 in the East Substation by MAAS Radiator, Inc. in the amount of $36,849.54…
5 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Wilkerson yea
[context] On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Johnson yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
that the Mayor announce that Crime Stopper is holding an event on October 29 to shred papers and collect old cell phones. Chief Brown announced that citizens can drop off prescription medicine at the…
5 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
Tue Oct 4, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul Board discusses ARPA funds and public works equipment purchases

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to discuss American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The session includes the swearing in of a new police officer and several public works equipment proposals.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board of Trustees holds study session on ARPA fund allocations

The Board conducted a study session to review proposed projects for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, including downtown infrastructure, fire station upgrades, and police programs. No final votes were taken on funding or equipment purchases, as those items were referred to the Board for future approval.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a roll call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
[context] On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 12:00

Board of Trustees

Village seeks state grant for Heritage Lake redevelopment

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.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes grant application for Heritage Lake redevelopment

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution to apply for a grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. The funds are intended for Phase One of the Heritage Lake redevelopment project.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda for the meeting as presented. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Weathersby yea
Resolution No. 09-22-1366. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Hall yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Resolution No. 09-22-1366. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote: YEAS: Hall, Weathersby, Johnson, Crider and Wilkerson — 5 NAYS: None - 0 ABSENT: Robinson — 1 The motion…
5 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul trustees receive monthly financial reports for September 2022

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.

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Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Board considers ARPA fund veto override and several equipment purchases

The Village Board of Trustees will meet to consider a vote to override the Mayor's veto regarding the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The agenda also includes approvals for police and wastewater equipment and resolutions regarding land transfers and grant applications.

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✓ Decided: Board overrides Mayor's veto on ARPA funds allocation

The Board of Trustees voted to override the Mayor's veto regarding the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, upholding Ordinance No. 2711. The Board also approved several equipment purchases and a real estate transfer agreement.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea
to approve the agenda for the meeting amending Item No. 11 a Kubota SV65 Skid Steer Loader at a cost of $51,155.89 and removing Item No. 14 Acceptance of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development…
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of a Dodge Sedan for the Police Department from Shield’s Auto Center in the amount of $36,500.00. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of a new Kubota SV65 Skid Steer Loader for the Wastewater Treatment Plant from Birkey’s Farm Store in the amount of $51,155.89. Trustee Weathersby seconded the…
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Ordinance No. 2721. Trustee Robertson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Resolution No. 09-22-1365. Trustee Wilkerson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea
Resolution No. 09-22-1365. Trustee Wilkerson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote: YEAS: Robertson, Weathersby, Johnson, Crider, Wilkerson, and Hall — 6. NAYS: None — 0. The motion carried 6-0…
5 yea
Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea
Ordinance 2488 Sec. 3 Item e regarding the Micro Loan and Revolving Loan Committees does allow two members to be designated by the Municipality. First Mid Bank and Trust is located at E. 1500 Grove…
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 18:00

General

Committee to hold public hearing on 2021 CDBG report

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.

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333 S Tanner St, Rantoul
Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Board to discuss ARPA funds, grants, and equipment purchases

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board of Trustees holds study session to review pending approvals

The Board of Trustees conducted a study session to review several requests for the upcoming Board meeting, including vehicle and equipment purchases and grant applications. No substantive votes were taken other than the approval of the meeting agenda.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a roll call vote:
5 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Tue Aug 9, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Village Board to review monthly financial reports for August 2022

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.

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Tue Aug 9, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul board to approve $56,998 well pump replacement, $219,200 runway design

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board approves runway rehabilitation and multiple equipment purchases

The Board of Trustees approved several infrastructure and equipment expenditures, including a runway rehabilitation project and a new pump for Well Nine. The Mayor also presented a formal letter of objection regarding a veto on ARPA funds for residential utility credits.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda for the meeting, as presented. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize and approve a Service Agreement with Water Well Solutions Illinois, LLC for Pulling and Replacement of Submersible Pump at Well Nine in the amount of $56,998.00. Trustee Hall seconded…
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
to authorize and approve an Engineering Agreement with Hanson Professional Services for planning, design and construction phases of the Rantoul National Aviation Center Rehabilitation of Runway 18-36…
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado for the Building Safety Division from McMahan Auto Group in the amount of $30,573.00. Trustee Johnson seconded the motion. On a…
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of a replacement truck with snow plow for the Public Works Street & Systems Division not to exceed $60,000.00. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call…
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of electric equipment and materials from Anixter Power Solutions to support load growth at Rantoul Foods in the amount of $110,997.00. Trustee Weathersby…
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
to authorize and approve waiving the bidding process and purchase AnalyticsNOW Report Writing Software for the Accounting Department in the amount of $32,750.00. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On…
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Resolution No. 07-22-1364. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Ordinance approving the use of ARPA funds for residential utility credits. A copy of the written objection was distributed to the Board and is attached to these minutes. It will be placed on the…
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
Tue Aug 2, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul board to discuss ARPA funds, approve multiple contracts

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board of Trustees holds study session to review proposed expenditures

The Board approved the meeting agenda and reviewed several budgeted requests for vehicles, infrastructure, and software. These items, along with a discussion on prioritizing ARPA funds, were referred to the Board for future approval.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a roll call vote:
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 14:00

General

Police pension board to approve retirement benefits and review investments

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.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul trustees to review monthly financial reports for July 2022

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.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul board to vote on contracts, ordinances, and appointments

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul board passes utility credit ordinance, mayor vetoes it

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved Ordinance No. 2721 authorizing American Rescue Plan Act funds for a utility credit on a 5-1 vote, but the Mayor vetoed the motion and will present to the Board in August. The board also approved a $136,246.00 equipment lease for the Forum Fitness Center, a $91,240.20 contract for the Rantoul Foods Electric Upgrade Phase 3, and affirmed Chad Smith as Fire Chief effective August 1, 2022. An ordinance prohibiting cannabis establishments failed 1-5. The board approved several other contracts, ordinances, and resolutions, and no closed session was held.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Johnson seconded the motion. Trustee Hall moved to remove items A, B, and C from the Consent Agenda. Trustee Crider seconded the motion…
5 yea · 1 nay
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson nay · Johnson yea
The other 22 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Fri Jul 8, 2022 · 08:15

General

Committee to vote on micro-loan for Schitts and Giggles

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.

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Tue Jul 5, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul board to consider contracts, ordinances, and appointments

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board of Trustees reviews ARPA funding and infrastructure projects

The Board held a study session to review proposed expenditures for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, including a proposed $350 utility credit per resident. Several contracts, ordinances, and appointments were discussed and moved forward to the regular Board Meeting for final approval.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the amended agenda as presented. Trustee Johnson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
[context] On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
Wed Jun 29, 2022 · 15:00

General

Committee to discuss four loan applications for local businesses

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.

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333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 17:30

General

Rantoul considers new redistricting map proposals at public meeting

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.

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333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 17:30

General

Rantoul storm drainage committee to discuss Illinois Drive, Oakcrest/Pinecrest, culvert

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.

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333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul Board to review June 2022 financial reports

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.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul board to vote on $618K in police, public works purchases

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul board approves $301,995 water plant HVAC replacement, other purchases

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved several purchases and service agreements, including a $301,995 HVAC replacement at the Water Treatment Plant, $78,650 for two Ford Police Utility Vehicles, $65,800 for 24 Flock Group cameras, $72,000 for a mini excavator, and $100,000 for a tree chipper. The board passed Ordinance No. 2715 on video gambling license riders 4-3, and Ordinance No. 2717 revising the FY 2022-2023 budget 6-0. Ordinance No. 2716 on employment policies failed 1-5. Community Development Resolution No. 301 approving the CDBG 2022 Annual Action Plan passed 6-0.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda for the meeting, as presented. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. One a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby ~ yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of two new Ford Police Utility Vehicles from Morrow Brothers Ford, Inc. in the amount of $78,650.00. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
to authorize and approve a Service Agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for twenty-four (24) Falcon Cameras in the amount of $65,800.00. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
to authorize and approve the purchase of a Mini Excavator for Public Works Sanitary & Storm Division from Altorfer CAT in the amount of $72,000.00. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll…
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize and approve a Service Agreement for the HVAC Replacement Project at the Water Treatment Plant with Davis-Houk Mechanical in the amount of $301,995.00. Trustee Hall seconded the motion…
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
to authorize and approve the Tree Chipper Replacement for Public Works Street & Systems Division from Vermeer Midwest in the amount of $100,000.00. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. Ona Roll…
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weatherby yea
Ordinance No. 2715. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
4 yea
Crider yea · Hall yea · Weathersby yea · Smith yea
Ordinance No. 2716. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
1 yea
Wilkerson yea
Ordinance No. 2717. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Resolution No. 301. Trustee Johnson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
[context] On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Village Board discusses budget amendments and several equipment purchases

The Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss various department items. Topics include a $3.49 million budget amendment and several service agreements and equipment purchases.

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✓ Decided: Study session reviews budget, police vehicles, and grants; no final votes taken

The Board held a study session to review upcoming agenda items and departmental requests, but did not vote on any substantive measures. The Mayor announced the appointment of Chad Smith as Fire Chief effective August 1, 2022. Several items, including a $3.49 million budget amendment, police vehicle purchases, and public works contracts, were presented for future approval.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a roll call vote:
5 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
Tue May 10, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

✓ Decided: Rantoul board approves $452K in street, wastewater and sludge contracts

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved three spending agreements: $127,530.08 with Varsity Striping & Construction for street and pavement marking, $148,890.00 with Donohue & Associates for wastewater system preliminary design, and $175,840.00 with Dirtworks Trucking & Excavation for sludge hauling and disposal. The board also passed six ordinances, including an electric service rate change and adoption of several 2017/2018 building and electrical codes, and authorized issuing taxable tax increment refunding revenue bonds for the Evans Road Project. A motion to move forward with a public referendum on a cannabis dispensary license failed 1-5. All other votes were 6-0.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda for the meeting, as presented. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. One a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson - yea
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
to authorize and approve the Service Agreement with Varsity Striping & Construction Company for the Village Streets and Pavement Marking Project in the amount of $127,530.08. Trustee Crider seconded…
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
to authorize and approve the Engineering Agreement with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for the Wastewater System preliminary Design Project in the amount of $148,890.00. Trustee Weathersby seconded the…
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize and approve the Agreement with Dirtworks Trucking & Excavation Co. for the Wastewater Treatment Plant for Sludge Hauling and Disposal in the amount of $175,840.00. Trustee Hall seconded…
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
to authorize and approve moving forward the process regarding a Public Referendum pertaining to Cannabis Dispensary License. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
1 yea
Weathersby yea
Ordinance No. 2713. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Ordinance No. 2709. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Ordinance No. 2710. Trustee Robertson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
Ordinance No.2711. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
Ordinance No. 2712. Trustee Robertson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Ordinance No. 2715. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
[context] On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Tue May 3, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

✓ Decided: Rantoul board backs advisory referendum on cannabis sales, advances building codes

The Rantoul Board of Trustees met in a study session on May 3, 2022, and reached consensus to move forward with an advisory referendum on whether to allow cannabis sales in the Village. The board also agreed to send several building code ordinances and public works contracts to a future board meeting for approval. No final votes were taken on those items, and the liquor license question for the Sports Complex will not go forward. The board also discussed upcoming redistricting and American Rescue Plan Act funding.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda with the addition of item 13D. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a roll call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Tue May 3, 2022 · 17:30

Board of Trustees

✓ Decided: Rantoul board approves FY 2022-2023 annual budget in 6-0 vote

The Rantoul Board of Trustees held a special meeting on May 3, 2022 and approved Ordinance No. 2713, the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023, on a 6-0 roll call vote. A public hearing on the proposed budget was opened and closed with no speakers. The board also approved the meeting agenda 4-0 (two trustees absent) and adjourned 6-0. Lt. Justin Bouse introduced Michael Floyd as the newest police officer, and Mayor Smith administered the Oath of Office.

333 Tanner Avenue, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda as presented. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
4 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea
Ordinance No 2713. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Ordinance No 2713. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote: YEAS: Johnson, Crider, Wilkerson, Hall, Robertson and Weathersby - 6 NAYS: None — 0. The motion carried 6-0. Public…
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 14:00

General

Police pension board to review finances, investments, and consolidation

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.

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Sat Apr 23, 2022 · 09:00

General

Rantoul Village Board special meeting: closed session, no public action items

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul board held closed session for ethics training; no action taken

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees held a special meeting on April 23, 2022, at the iHotel and Illinois Conference Center in Champaign. The board voted 6-0 to enter closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(16) for self-evaluation, practices or procedures, or professional ethics with a representative of a statewide association. Brad Cole, Executive Director of the Illinois Municipal League, conducted the training and stated that no action was taken in closed or public session. The meeting adjourned at 1:31 pm.

iHotel and Illinois Conference Center, Champaign
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Village was a member of that organization and that he was eligible to conduct this training as cited in the above Statute. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 13:00

Fire and Police Commission

Rantoul Fire and Police Commission to discuss officer hiring and sergeant promotions

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Fire and Police Commission cancels July quarterly meeting, sets June 10 police oral interviews

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met on April 20, 2022, and approved the minutes of its January 19, 2022 regular meeting. The commission agreed on June 10, 2022 for police oral interviews and voted to cancel its July quarterly meeting because some members could not attend. The next quarterly meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2022. The commission also received updates on police hiring and sergeant promotional testing, but took no formal action on those items.

Tue Apr 12, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul trustees to review monthly financial reports for April 2022

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.

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Tue Apr 12, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul board to vote on $316K police pension contribution, equipment buys

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.

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✓ Decided: Village Board approves $496,000 police pension contribution

The Board of Trustees approved several infrastructure purchases and a contribution to the police pension fund. They also passed ordinances regarding liquor licenses, real estate conveyance, and a development agreement.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to amend the amount of the contribution to the Police Pension Fund to $496,000.00. Trustee Weatherby seconded the amendment. On a Roll Call vote
4 yea · 1 nay
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Hall yea · Weathersby yea · Wilkerson nay
The other 12 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul Board discusses budget, liquor ordinances, and infrastructure purchases

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and police pension fund contributions. The session includes several proposed ordinances regarding liquor licenses, video gambling, and cannabis establishments.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul board backs November referendums on sports complex alcohol and cannabis sales

The Rantoul Board of Trustees met in a study session on April 5, 2022, and reached consensus to prepare two November ballot referendums: one on a Class SC license allowing on-premise alcohol sales at the Rantoul Family Sports Complex, and one on allowing adult-use cannabis dispensing organizations in the Village. The board also agreed to contribute $316,000 to the Police Pension Fund for FY2022-2023, the amount required by the State, rather than the $496,000 recommended by the actuary. Several items were presented for future board approval, including a Maplewood Drive multi-use path agreement, equipment purchases, and property and redevelopment agreements; a gaming terminal ordinance was postponed to the May Study Session. The FY 2022-23 budget public hearing was set for May 3 at 5:30 pm, with a special board meeting at 5:45 pm to approve it.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a roll call vote:
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Wethersby yea · Johnson yea
Mon Mar 21, 2022 · 17:00

General

Liquor committee to consider license rule changes and sports complex options

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.

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333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul Board to review monthly financial reports for March 2022

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will receive the monthly financial reports for March 2022, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is purely informational, with no decisions or proposals listed.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Board to vote on $1.24M road work and several code adoptions

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board approves infrastructure contracts and 2018 building codes

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved several infrastructure contracts, including roadway improvements for Congress Avenue and Sheldon Street, and updates to the Water Treatment Plant. The board also passed ordinances adopting various 2018 international building and safety codes, approved a land lease agreement with Bow Renewables, LLC, and received a presentation on the 2022-2023 budget.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda for the meeting, as presented. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. One a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
to approve the Bills and Monthly Finance Reports. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize and approve the design, bid, contract, and construction engineering agreement with GHR Engineering and Associates, Inc. for the HVAC replacement at the Water Treatment Plant in the…
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
to authorize and approve a contract with Cross Construction, Inc. for roadway improvements, resurfacing Congress Avenue and Sheldon Street in the amount of $1,244,883.87. Trustee Weathersby seconded…
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
to authorize and approve a contract with Cross Construction, Inc. for roadway improvements, resurfacing Congress Avenue and Sheldon Street in the amount of $1,244,883.87. Trustee Weathersby seconded…
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
to authorize and approve an agreement with G. A. Rich & Sons, Inc. for the recommended replacement of the underdrains of filter two and filter four at the West Water Treatment Plant in the amount of…
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
Ordinance No. 2695. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Ordinance No. 2696. Trustee Robertson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Ordinance No. 2697. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
Ordinance No. 2698. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Ordinance No. 2699. Trustee Johnson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
Ordinance No. 2700. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
Ordinance No. 2701. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Resolution No. 3-22-1359. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
Tue Mar 1, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Board discusses land lease, building codes, and road improvements

The Board of Trustees is reviewing several ordinances to update building and fuel gas codes. The session also includes decisions on landscaping, water treatment plant maintenance, and roadway resurfacing.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul board backs solar land lease and advances five building code updates

The Rantoul Board of Trustees met in a study session on March 1, 2022, and took no final votes on most items; instead, the board reached consensus on a solar land lease and forwarded several contracts and ordinances to a future board meeting for approval. The board agreed to rent village property at 3200 N 1800 E Road to Bow Renewables LLC for a solar project at $500 per year for three years plus a $19,500 payment at construction. Contracts for landscaping, HVAC, road resurfacing, generator maintenance, and water plant underdrains, along with five updated building codes and an urban forestry plan, were presented and will go to the board for approval. The only formal vote was approval of the agenda, 5-0.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a roll call vote:
5 yea · 1 nay
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · None — nay
Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Village of Rantoul presents monthly financial and budget reports

The Board of Trustees is reviewing monthly financial documents, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The provided budget data details year-to-date expenditures across various government and recreation departments.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul board to vote on $20,765/yr police camera contract

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board adopts 2018 building codes and approves camera contract

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved a five-year fleet camera contract with Axon Enterprises, an engineering agreement for a wastewater study, and Change Order No. 1 for the Phase Two Property Release Application. The Board also passed three ordinances adopting the 2018 International Building, Residential, and Property Maintenance Codes, along with several resolutions concerning leases, tax increment refunding bonds, event street closures, and an intergovernmental agreement.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda for the meeting, as presented. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. One a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Wilkerson yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
to authorize and approve a five-year contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for the purchase and installation of nine (9) Fleet in-squad cameras in the amount of $20,765.72 annually. Trustee Weathersby…
6 yea
Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea
to authorize and approve an Engineering Agreement with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for the Wastewater Nutrient Assessment Reduction Plan Study in the amount of $27,010.00. Trustee Robertson seconded…
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
to authorize and approve Change Order No. 1 with Burns & McDonnell in the amount of $19,864.00 for the Phase Two Property Release Application. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea
Ordinance No. 2692. Trustee Robertson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
5 yea
Hall yea · Robertson. Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Ordinance No.2693. Trustee Weatherby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
Ordinance No. 2694. Trustee Robertson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby- yea
Resolution No. 02-22-1355. Trustee Johnson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Resolution No. 02-22-1356. Trustee Johnson seconded the motion. John Vezzetti with Bernardi Securities reviewed the proposed refinancing savings. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
Resolution No. 02-22-1357. Trustee Johnson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
Resolution No. 02-22-1358. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
Resolution No. 02-22-1358. Trustee Hall seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote: YEAS: Johnson, Crider, Wilkerson, Hall, Robertson and Weathersby — 6. NAYS: None — 0. The motion carried 6-0. D. New…
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Cider yea
Tue Feb 1, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Board to consider police camera contract, building code updates, and budget talks

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board of Trustees holds study session to review pending approvals

The Board conducted a study session to review items for future approval, including lease extensions, bond refinancing, and building code updates. No substantive votes were taken other than the approval of the meeting agenda.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a roll call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
Tue Jan 25, 2022 · 14:00

General

Police pension board to approve retirement benefits and new members

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.

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Wed Jan 19, 2022 · 13:00

General

Fire and Police Board to review hiring, budget

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Fire and Police Commission approves FY22-23 budget unanimously

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners unanimously approved the FY22-23 budget. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and received updates on new police officer hires and training schedules. No public comments were recorded during the meeting.

Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul trustees to review monthly financial reports for January 2022

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.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Trustees to accept two properties via ordinance

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul Board approves real estate acquisition for two properties

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees approved the acquisition of real estate at 272 Keystone Drive and 1318 Rockland Drive. The Board also approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes and financial reports, and held a closed session to review minutes.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda for the meeting, as presented. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. Ona Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea
to approve the Consent Agenda items by omnibus vote. Trustee Weathersby seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weatherby yea
Ordinance No. 2691. Trustee -Robertson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea · Crider yea
Ordinance No. 2691. Trustee -Robertson seconded the motion. On a Roll Call vote: YEAS: Wilkerson, Hall, Robertson, Weathersby, Johnson and Crider — 6. NAYS: None — 0. The motion carried 6-0. D. New…
6 yea
Johnson yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea
[context] On a Roll Call vote:
6 yea
Crider yea · Wilkerson yea · Hall yea · Robertson yea · Weathersby yea · Johnson yea
Tue Jan 4, 2022 · 18:00

Board of Trustees

Rantoul trustees to swear in new officers, discuss ARPA funds

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.

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✓ Decided: Rantoul study session: agenda approved 3-0; no substantive decisions made

The Rantoul Board of Trustees held a study session on January 4, 2022 with only four members present (Mayor Smith and Trustees Crider, Wilkerson and Hall); Trustees Robertson, Weathersby and Johnson were absent. The only vote was a 3-0 approval of the agenda. No ordinances, contracts, or other substantive items were decided; several items were presented for future action, including a proposed donation of lots at 282 Keystone Drive and 1318 Rockland Drive, and a discussion of American Recovery Plan Funds set for February 1 and a public hearing on February 17.

333 S. Tanner Street, Rantoul
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the agenda. Trustee Crider seconded the motion. Ona roll cail vote:
3 yea
Hall yea · Crider yea · Wilkerson yea