Rantoul public meetings in 2023

General

The Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss fundraising opportunities for restoration efforts. The agenda includes correspondence from Mayor Smith with the National Museum of the US Air Force and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Mayor Smith's email correspondence with Program Administrator, National Museum of the US Air Force
• Mayor Smith's email correspondence with Resurrection Manager, National Museum of the US Air Force
• Discussion of fundraising opportunities for restoration

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will meet December 12 to approve routine minutes, bills, and the 2024 meeting schedule, then vote on $2.3M in electric-department purchases and the sale of 711 Chandler Road to Prairie Pines Campground. Additional votes include a comptroller appointment and tax-levy abatements for multiple bond series.

• Purchase 1,500 ft of 350 MCM CU Wire from Anixter Power Solutions for $40,575
• Buy a 12 MVA pad-mount transformer from Sunbelt Solomon for $425,000
• Acquire switchgear from Powercon Corp for Prospect Substation upgrades for $1,838,115
• Approve Ordinance 2757 to sell 711 Chandler Road to Prairie Pines Campground
• Pass Resolution 12-23-1401 to authorize a development agreement with Rantoul Warehouse Group LLC for 711 Chandler Road

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the monthly financial reports for December 2023, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. These reports detail the village's revenues and expenditures across departments, with some divisions showing over-budget spending.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 45% of annual budget
• Pool Division over budget at 176% of annual budget
• Campground Division over budget at 177% of annual budget
• Parks Maintenance Division at 81% of annual budget
• General Government Activities Division has $2.16M in encumbrances

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss several items, including the sale of village-owned real estate at 711 Chandler Road (Prairie Pines Campground) and a development agreement with Rantoul Warehouse Group LLC. They will also consider authorizing large purchases for the electric utility, including switchgear equipment for the Prospect Substation upgrades, a pad-mount transformer, and copper wire. Additionally, the board will review ordinances related to the 2023 tax levy, including abatements for various general obligation bonds, and a personnel policy amendment.

• Ordinance authorizing sale of real estate at 711 Chandler Road (Prairie Pines Campground)
• Resolution approving development agreement with Rantoul Warehouse Group LLC for 711 Chandler Road
• Purchase of switchgear equipment for Prospect Substation upgrades from Powercon Corp for $1,838,115.00
• Purchase of three-phase 12 MVA pad-mount transformer from Sunbelt Solomon for $425,000.00
• Ordinances for 2023 tax levy and abatements for general obligation bonds (Series 2013A, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will receive and review the monthly financial reports for November 2023, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Summary Budget Report shows year-to-date expenditures at 39% of annual budget for General Fund
• Check Register Report to be reviewed
• Monthly Treasurer's Report to be reviewed
• Investment Report to be reviewed

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider routine consent items and several contracts, including a construction contract for the Heritage Lake boat access area and a resolution for automated license plate readers. They will also vote on a snow route ordinance amendment and set the 2023 tax levy.

• Construction contract with Concrete, Inc. for Heritage Lake boat access, $184,335
• Local Agency Agreement for Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path (Maplewood Drive to Short Street)
• Lease amendment for SprintCom LLC at Maplewood Water Tower
• Purchase of 308 ft of 27-inch PVC pipe for storm drainage, $44,302.72
• Resolution authorizing contract with Flock Safety for automated license plate readers

Fire and Police Commission

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding its quarterly meeting. The agenda includes public comments, approval of minutes, and an update on the hiring process. No old business is noted. The next meeting is scheduled for January 17, 2024.

• Update on the hiring process
• Public comments
• Approval of minutes
• Next meeting: January 17, 2024

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several expenditure approvals, including a $1.3 million engineering services agreement for the wastewater treatment plant project, a $240,000 dump truck/snow plow purchase, and a $29,600 chlorine purchase for the aquatic center. The board will also vote on a resolution to expand the C-CARTS transportation service program and an agreement for airport runway rehabilitation funding. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and public participation.

• Engineering services agreement with Donohue & Associates for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase I: $1,302,130.00
• Purchase of replacement dump truck/snow plow for Public Works: not-to-exceed $240,000.00
• Purchase of Pulsar Briquette Chlorine for Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center from Spear Corporation: $29,600.00
• Resolution 10-23-1397 to expand Rantoul Transportation Service Program 'C-CARTS'
• Local Agency Agreement with IDOT for airport runway 18-36 rehabilitation: $74,960.08

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees holds a regular study session to discuss items from departments including Public Works, Community Development, and Recreation. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; items are presented for discussion or future action.

• T-Mobile Hometown Grant Presentation
• Agreement Regarding Expanding Services of C-Carts
• Construction Engineering Services Agreement with Donohue & Associates for Wastewater Treatment Plant (Phase 1)
• Local Agency Agreement with IDOT for Runway 18-36 rehabilitation
• Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center Pulsar Briquette Chlorine Order

General

The Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Sub-Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear a recap from Mayor Smith about a meeting with Congresswoman Robin Kelly, and discuss the request for proposal process for missile dismantling and fundraising efforts.

• Approval of minutes from July 20 and August 30, 2023
• Mayor Smith recap of meeting with US Congresswoman Robin Kelly
• Discussion of RFP process for missile dismantle
• Discussion on proceeding with fundraising

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several expenditures, including a $500,000 construction contract and loan for the Youth Center Renovation, a $35,311 police sedan purchase, and $137,990 for transformers. They will also vote on zoning changes, a fire department ordinance amendment, and resolutions regarding a property tax appeal and a contract with Flock Safety. The agenda includes routine consent items and public announcements.

• Construction contract with Dodds Company and $500,000 loan from Bank of Rantoul for Youth Center Renovation
• Purchase of 2023 Dodge Sedan for Police Department from Shields Auto Group for $35,311.00
• Purchase of two 2000 KVA Pad-Mount Transformers from Jerry's Electric, Inc. for $137,990.00
• Ordinance 2746 amending official zoning map for 950-982 Broadmeadow Road and 825, 829, 867 Stone Bridge Drive
• Resolution 09-23-1396 authorizing contract with Flock Safety

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the village's monthly financial reports for September 2023, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. These reports detail revenues and expenditures across various departments, with some divisions showing significant overages in personnel and other costs. The meeting is primarily informational, with no specific action items listed.

• Pool Division personnel services at 224% of year-to-date budget
• General Gov't Activities Division other purchased services at 202% of year-to-date budget
• Youth Center Division other purchased services at 315% of year-to-date budget
• Campground Division personnel services at 184% of year-to-date budget
• Parks Maintenance Division personnel services at 124% of year-to-date budget

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a study session to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a five-year contract for automated license plate readers, a rezoning petition, and a construction contract for the Youth Center renovation. The board will also consider appointments to various committees and boards, and may enter closed session to discuss property acquisition or sale.

• Resolution to approve five-year contract with Flock Safety for automated license plate readers, $312,500
• Ordinance approving rezoning petition ZP23-2 for 950-982 Broadmeadow Road and 825, 829, 867 Stone Bridge Drive
• Construction contract with Dodds Company and loan from Bank of Rantoul for Youth Center renovation, $500,000
• Purchase of two 2000 KVA pad-mount transformers from Jerry's Electric, Inc., $137,990
• Purchase of 2023 Dodge sedan for police from Shields Auto Group, $35,311

General

The Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Sub-Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, review drone footage and photos of the missile, and discuss proceeding with fundraising efforts. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2023 and July 31, 2023
• Distribution of drone footage and photos of the missile
• Discussion of fundraising next steps

General

The Rantoul Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning petition. The commission is advisory to the Village Board and will hold a public hearing on the request. No other business is listed.

• Public hearing on Rezoning Petition #ZP23-12
• Warner Dynasty Trust requests rezoning of 950-982 Broadmeadow Rd and 825, 829, 867 Stone Bridge Dr
• Rezoning from AG Agriculture to C-2 General Commercial
• Purpose: allow commercial development

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on August 8, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes routine procedural items, appointments, and votes on three ordinances: a zoning map amendment, a natural gas sales agreement, and a real estate sale. Public participation is allowed with advance sign-up.

• Ordinance 2743: amend zoning map at 700 W Champaign Ave
• Ordinance 2744: approve natural gas sales agreement with Illinois Public Energy Agency (IPEA)
• Ordinance 2745: authorize sale of 402 E Flessner Ave
• Appointment of Jake McCoy as Director of Public Works
• Reappointment of Allen Jones and Ken Waters to Planning & Zoning Commission (term to 2027)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees receives and reviews four routine financial reports: the Summary Budget Report, Check Register Report, Monthly Treasurer’s Report, and Investment Report. These documents show year-to-date revenues and expenditures across all village funds and departments as of July 12, 2023.

General

The Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the missile with village departments, review drone footage and photos, evaluate a site visit, and make recommendations for fundraising. The agenda includes public participation and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Discussion with Community Development and Public Works departments
• Preview of drone footage and photos of the missile
• Evaluation of site visit and drone footage
• Recommendations for proceeding with fundraising

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to review financial and investment reports, approve bills, and discuss administrative matters. They will also consider a possible action regarding IPOPIF status and consolidation, as well as other routine business like elections and training approvals.

• Approval of bills and monthly financial report from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Investment performance summary and policy update from Wall Capital Group
• Discussion/possible action on IPOPIF status and consolidation requests
• Board officer elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary
• Discussion/possible action on return of excess contributions for Marcus Beach

General

The Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Sub-Committee is meeting to conduct an evaluation and inspection of a missile on site. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, public participation, and the inspection item, followed by adjournment.

• Evaluation / Inspection of Missile on Site

General

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold its quarterly meeting to review attendance, public comments, and approve minutes. The board will receive an update on the hiring process.

• Update on hiring process

General

The Rantoul Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning petition from Busey Bank. The commission will also review and approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive an advisory notice about its role.

• Rezoning Petition #ZP23-1 for 700 West Champaign from R-1 to C-2 to allow a banking facility

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for July 2023, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. These reports detail revenues and expenditures across village departments, with year-to-date figures as of June 6, 2023. The board will discuss the financial status but no specific actions are listed.

• General Fund budget shows $9,610,220 annual budget with $193,139.62 spent year-to-date (2%)
• Government Administration Department has $800,816 budget, $193,139.62 spent (24%)
• Recreation Department divisions show varying expenditures, e.g., Pool Division at 69% of budget
• Parks Maintenance Division has $108,683.63 in encumbrances for fixed assets
• Campground Division exceeded its personnel budget at 167% of budget

General

The Micro Loan Review Committee will meet to approve a micro loan for Jeremy and Angela VanMatre, doing business as VanFam Diner, located at 2020 Lon Drive. The meeting will also include procedural items such as approving past minutes and public participation.

• Micro Loan Approval for Jeremy and Angela VanMatre DBA VanFam Diner at 2020 Lon Drive

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss several items, including an ordinance amending personnel policies, authorizing tax increment refunding revenue bonds for the Evans Road project, approving a micro loan for a local diner, and entering into engineering agreements for a shared use path and electric substation upgrades. The board will also hear presentations from the Carter Education & Community Foundation and Bernardi Securities, and review minutes and a demographics report.

• Ordinance amending Article V of Chapter 24 'Personnel' of the Rantoul Code
• Ordinance authorizing Tax Increment Refunding Revenue Bonds, Series 2023 (Evans Road Project)
• Micro Loan Approval for Jeremy and Angela VanMatre DBA VanFam Diner at 2020 Lon Drive
• Engineering Agreement with Hutchison Engineering, Inc. for Veterans/Perimeter Shared Use Path Extension
• Engineering Agreement for Electric Division Prospect Substation Upgrades with BHMG Engineers, Inc. in the Amount of $452,500.00

General

The Village of Rantoul's Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Committee is meeting to elect a chairperson and discuss goals and next steps. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Election of Chairperson
• Discussion on goals and how to proceed

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for June 2023, 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.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures exceed budget in several divisions, including Government Administration (153% of budget) and Recreation (various divisions over budget).
• General Gov't Activ Div shows $1,481,877.10 in non-fixed property and equipment expenditures with no budget.
• Pool Division personnel services are at 127% of annual budget ($156,977.16 actual vs $123,300 budget).
• Forum Division fixed asset purchases are at 197% of budget ($250,008.85 actual vs $127,100 budget).

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially amend ordinances on vehicle seizure/impoundment and non-emergency fire response fees, review a street condition survey, and consider a wastewater utility rate review. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, a Juneteenth proclamation, and a closed session to discuss real property acquisition.

• Amend ordinance on vehicle seizure and impoundment
• Amend non-emergency fire response fee to include appeal process
• Street inventory and automated distress survey (PCI rating) with Engineering & Research Int'l, Inc.
• Street & Systems Division leaf vacuum replacement
• Wastewater utility rate review findings

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on May 9, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The board will consider routine appointments, contracts, and ordinances, including the purchase of a police utility vehicle and approval of a wastewater plant improvement contract. A recreation department presentation is also scheduled.

• Appointment of Scott Eisenhauer as Village Administrator
• Purchase of 2023 Ford Police Utility Vehicle for $40,710.00 from Morrow Brothers
• Approval of $138,776.00 contract for influent pumping equipment from Kirby Risk
• Approval of Ordinance 2737 amending cannabis business restrictions
• Approval of Community Development Block Grant 2023 Annual Action Plan

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for May 2023, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or proposals listed.

• General Fund budget report shows 92% of year lapsed with some departments over budget
• Forum Division has significant capital expenditures exceeding budget
• Pool Division personnel costs exceed annual budget
• Check Register Report and Monthly Treasurer's Report included
• Investment Report included

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 disability benefit application and a new membership application, and discuss possible consolidation with IPOPIF.

• Approval of disability benefits for Marcus Beach
• Application for membership by Richard Little
• Discussion/possible action on IPOPIF consolidation
• Certify board election results for active member position
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a study session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including an ordinance amending the code to prohibit cannabis business establishments, appointments to key village positions, and various purchases and agreements. The board will also discuss the 2022 property tax levy and a fire call appeal process.

• Ordinance 2737 amending Chapter 20, Article XII to prohibit cannabis business establishments
• Appointments: Scott Eisenhauer as Village Administrator, Anthony Brown as Police Chief, Chad Smith as Fire Chief, Luke Humphrey as Parks & Recreation Director
• Purchase of 2023 Ford Police Utility Vehicle from Morrow Brothers for $40,710.00
• EDA loan for Midwest Silkscreening at 104 N Century Blvd; Micro loan for VanFam Diner at 2020 Lon Dr
• Replacement of Community Service Center storefront by Bacon & Van Buskirk Glass Co for $19,000.00

General

The Microloan / EDA Revolving Loan Committee is meeting to discuss two loan applications. The agenda includes public participation and discussion of applications from Midwest Silkscreening and VanFam Diner. No decisions are listed on the agenda, only discussion.

• Discussion of EDA Revolving Loan / Microloan applications
• Kelly Beach / Mary Margaret Roessler – Midwest Silkscreening
• Jeremy & Angela VanMatre – VanFam Diner

General

The Rantoul Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to hold a public hearing on the draft 2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan and to review and make a recommendation on the plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the September 12, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing on draft 2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Review and recommendation on 2023 Annual Action Plan
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2022 meeting

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on several contracts and ordinances, including a $750,000 design-build agreement for a fire department sub-station addition, an amendment to a wastewater study, and the annual budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The board will also consider an ordinance to reaffirm fees and penalties, and another to amend cannabis business regulations.

• Design-build contract with Roessler Construction for fire sub-station addition, not-to-exceed $750,000
• Amendment to Donohue & Associates engineering agreement for wastewater nutrient assessment, $33,740
• Ordinance 2735 approving FY 2023-2024 annual budget
• Ordinance 2736 readopting license, permit, and service fees schedule with amendments
• Ordinance 2737 amending Chapter 20 on prohibited cannabis business establishments

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for April 2023, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 110% of budget
• Pool Division over budget by $20,463.48 (108% of annual budget)
• General Gov't Activ Division over budget by $622,882.65 (129% of annual budget)
• Encumbrances totaling $804,349.68 in General Gov't Activ Division
• Investment report included

General

The Rantoul Storm Drainage Committee is meeting to discuss the storm drainage fund budget, comprehensive plan updates, downtown area improvements, and village storm water topics. Public participation is allowed with a three-minute limit per speaker.

• Discussion of Storm Draining Fund Budget
• Discussion of the Compressive Plan updates
• Discussion on the Downtown Area improvements
• Discussion of Village Storm Water Topics

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a special meeting to consider two expenditure items: purchasing two pad-mounted transformers and approving a contract for a utility cost-of-service study. The meeting is being held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Purchase of two 2500 KVA pad-mounted transformers from Jerry's Electric for $128,400
• Agreement with Utility Financial Solutions for cost of service study, not to exceed $57,000

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda for routine items, followed by votes on several contracts and ordinances. Key actions include approving a services contract with Cordogan, Clark & Associates, purchasing a mini excavator for $33,568, and establishing fees for non-emergency and hazardous materials emergency responses. The board will also consider adding a property to the vacant lot purchasing program.

• Resolution 3-23-1385: Services contract with Cordogan, Clark & Associates, Inc.
• Purchase of Yanmar Mini Excavator from Vermeer Midwest for $33,568
• Resolution 3-23-1386: Local Public Agency Agreement for US 136 Improvement
• Ordinance 2733: Establishing Non-Emergency Assistance Fees
• Ordinance 2734: Establishing Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Fees

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to conduct a disability hearing for Marcus Beach. The board will also take public comment and may enter closed session if needed.

• Disability hearing for Marcus Beach
• Public comment period
• Possible closed session

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees held a regular study session to review draft minutes, departmental updates, and proposed ordinances. No formal decisions were listed on this agenda; items were presented for discussion and future action.

• Minutes from February 7th and February 14th study sessions reviewed
• Youth Center Renovation contract with Cordogan Clark discussed
• Mini excavator purchase by Electric Division proposed
• US 136 resurfacing and Maplewood Drive intersection upgrade agreement with IDOT reviewed
• Ordinance Relating to Lift Assist and hazardous substance response fee proposed

General

The Rantoul Human Relations Committee will hold a regular meeting virtually via Facebook Live on February 14, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The agenda includes approval of minutes from August 19, 2021, discussion of Black History Month event attendance, and board discussion. Public participation is available via call-in number 217-892-6839.

• Approval of minutes from August 19, 2021
• Discussion of Black History Month event attendance
• Board discussion
• Public participation via call-in number 217-892-6839

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several expenditures and ordinances at its February 14, 2023 meeting. Key items include a $436,030 engineering agreement for wastewater treatment plant final design, a $315,930 bucket truck purchase, and a $64,280 microloan for a local business. The board will also vote on ordinances related to a water pollution control loan and cannabis business restrictions, plus resolutions for grants and street maintenance.

• Engineering agreement with Donohue & Associates for wastewater treatment plant final design, $436,030
• Purchase of two Ford Police Utility Vehicles from Morrow Brothers Ford, $87,300
• Microloan application for Fashion Nails at 109 S Maplewood, $64,280
• Ordinance 2732 amending code to prohibit cannabis business establishments
• Resolution 02-23-1384 for annual street maintenance allocation from Motor Fuel Tax funds

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is meeting to review the village's monthly financial reports, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is purely informational, with no decisions or proposals listed.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 104% of budget
• Pool Division personnel services over budget at 184%
• Campground Division personnel services over budget at 226%
• Parks Maintenance Division fixed asset purchases at $27,788
• General Government Activities Division other expenditures at $634,011

General

The Micro Loan and Revolving Loan Committees are meeting to discuss applications for EDA Revolving Loan and Microloan programs. The only listed applicant is Fashion Nails. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items.

• Discussion of EDA Revolving Loan and Microloan applications
• Applicant: Fashion Nails

General

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding its quarterly meeting. The agenda includes public comments, approval of minutes, and an update on new hires. No other substantive business is listed.

• Update on new hires
• Next meeting scheduled for April 19, 2023

General

The Rantoul Liquor Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several fee-related items, including a new DBA change fee, increased video gaming rider application/renewal fees, and amendments to the village code regarding application fees. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Implementing a DBA (doing business as) change fee
• Increasing video gaming rider application/renewal fees
• Amending Rantoul Code pertaining to application fees

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for January 2023, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. These reports detail revenues and expenditures across village departments, with some divisions showing over-budget spending. The board is not voting on any specific action items; this is a routine financial oversight item.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 104% of budget for General Gov't Activities division
• Pool Division year-to-date expenditures at 155% of budget, with personnel services at 208%
• Campground Division year-to-date expenditures at 155% of budget, with personnel services at 339%
• Forum Division year-to-date expenditures at 103% of budget, with fixed asset purchases at 139%
• Parks Maintenance Division year-to-date expenditures at 88% of budget

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will meet on January 10, 2023, to approve routine minutes and financial reports, waive formal bidding for a $572,018 downtown streetscape engineering contract with Hutchison Engineering, and approve a $50,000 aquatic center slide purchase. They will also consider selling property at 604 Eagle Drive and a landscaping services contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc.

• Waive formal bidding for Downtown Streetscape, Plaza, and Utility Infrastructure Project with Hutchison Engineering (not-to-exceed $572,018.00)
• Purchase and installation of a dual slide at Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center (not-to-exceed $50,000.00)
• Approve sale of real estate at 604 Eagle Drive (Ordinance 2730)
• Approve services contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc. (Resolution 01-23-1380)
• Determine confidentiality status of closed meeting minutes (Resolution 01-23-1379)

General

The Village of Rantoul Local Electoral Board will hold a hearing to review an appeal by Mr. Terry Workman regarding his petition to be placed on the ballot as a Village Trustee candidate for the April 4, 2023, Consolidated Election. The board will hear presentations from the Village Clerk and Mr. Workman, then consider the case and make a decision.

• Appeal by Terry Workman for trustee candidacy
• Consolidated Election on April 4, 2023
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Decision by Local Electoral Board

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss several items, including the sale of real estate at 604 Eagle Drive, an engineering services agreement for the Downtown Streetscape project, and various contracts. No final votes are expected at this study session; action would occur at a later regular meeting.

• Ordinance 2730 authorizing sale of real estate at 604 Eagle Drive
• Engineering services agreement with Hutchison Engineering for Downtown Streetscape, Plaza, and Utility Infrastructure Project, not to exceed $572,018.00
• Landscape installation and maintenance contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc. for $30,795.00 plus $140.00 per occurrence
• Purchase and installation of a dual slide at Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center, not to exceed $50,000.00
• Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Village-Wide Legacy Celebration on January 15 at JW Eater Jr High School