Rantoul public meetings in 2024

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the monthly financial reports for December 2024, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or proposals listed.

• Summary Budget Report shows General Fund expenditures at 53% of annual budget
• Check Register Report to be reviewed
• Monthly Treasurer's Report to be reviewed
• Investment Report to be reviewed

General

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on the 2024 tax levy and several related bond abatements, approve an amended small business loan fund ordinance, and authorize the sale of real estate at 701 West Chandler Road. The agenda also includes routine consent items and public announcements.

• Ordinance 2785: Amending and restating the Small Business Revolving Loan Fund
• Ordinance 2786: Authorizing sale of real estate at 701 West Chandler Road
• Ordinance 2779: Levying taxes for the 2024 tax levy year
• Ordinances 2780-2784: Abating tax levies for GO bonds (Series 2013A, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020)
• Consent agenda: Bills, financial reports, minutes, and 2025 meeting schedule

The Board of Trustees passed the 2024 tax levy and five separate ordinances to abate tax levies for various general obligation bonds. The Board also approved the sale of village-owned real estate and updated the small business revolving loan fund program.

• Approved 2024 tax levy (Ordinance No. 2779) (5-0)
• Approved tax levy abatements for 2024 for bond series 2013A, 2015, 2016, 2019, and 2020 (5-0 each)
• Approved sale of village real estate at 701 West Chandler Road (Ordinance No. 2786) (5-0)
• Approved amended small business revolving loan fund program (Ordinance No. 2785) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, financial reports, and 2025 meeting schedule (5-0)

General

The Rantoul Storm Drainage Committee is meeting to approve minutes from May 2023 and discuss the Stormwater Master Plan. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being the plan discussion.

• Approval of May 4, 2023 committee minutes
• Discussion of Stormwater Master Plan

The Storm Drainage Committee reviewed a draft Stormwater System Master Plan presented by Donohue and Associates, which identifies challenges and recommends improvements. The committee approved the minutes of the May 4, 2023 meeting and discussed next steps, including recompiling the report and reviewing the finalized version in January or February before presenting it to the Village Board. No formal decisions were made on the plan itself.

• Approved minutes of May 4, 2023 Storm Drainage Committee meeting (3-0)
• Reviewed draft Stormwater System Master Plan (no action taken)
• Discussed scheduling a January/February meeting to review finalized plan (no formal decision)

General

The Rantoul Village President and Board of Trustees are holding a special meeting on December 3, 2024, at 5:45pm. The main item is a public hearing on Truth in Taxation, which relates to property tax levies. The agenda is otherwise limited to procedural items: call to order, roll call, public participation, and adjournment.

• Public hearing for Truth in Taxation
• Special meeting at Louis B. Schelling Memorial Board Room, Village Hall, 333 S. Tanner Street

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees held a special meeting on December 3, 2024, with Mayor Smith and Trustees Wilson, Robertson, Crider and Weathersby present. The only substantive item was a public hearing for Truth in Taxation on the 2024 Tax Levy; the Mayor asked three times for speakers and no one came forward. The meeting adjourned at 5:48 pm. The minutes record no votes or decisions on the levy or any other matter.

• Held Truth in Taxation public hearing on the 2024 Tax Levy; no public comment offered
• Adjourned the special meeting at 5:48 pm

General

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially act on several ordinances, including the 2024 tax levy and multiple bond abatements, as well as a small business revolving loan fund amendment. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Eastern Illinois Foodbank, updates on the downtown project, and a closed session to consider the sale or lease of public property.

• Ordinance 2779: 2024 tax levy
• Ordinances 2780-2784: Abatements for GO bonds (Series 2013A, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020)
• Ordinance 2785: Amend Small Business Revolving Loan Fund
• Closed session: setting price for sale/lease of public property
• Downtown project update

The Rantoul Village Board held a study session on December 3, 2024, with no formal votes on substantive items. The board reviewed several ordinances for future approval, including the 2024 tax levy of $1,888,828 and a small business revolving loan fund update. A closed session was held to discuss property sale pricing. No public comments were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss property sale price (6-0)
• Reviewed Ordinance 2785 (Small Business Revolving Loan Fund) for future board action
• Reviewed Ordinances 2779-2784 (tax levy and abatements) for future board action

General

The Rantoul Local Electoral Board will hold a hearing to review an objection filed by Loise Haines regarding the petition of Sharica Johnson, a candidate for Village Trustee in District 1 for the April 1, 2025 Consolidated Election. The board will consider the case and make a decision.

• Objection by Loise Haines to Sharica Johnson's trustee candidacy petition
• Candidate: Sharica Johnson, Village Trustee District 1
• Hearing at Louis B. Schelling Memorial Board Room, Village Hall, 333 S. Tanner Street
• Board to adopt rules of procedure and hear presentations

General

The Rantoul Storm Drainage Committee is meeting to approve minutes from a May 2023 meeting and discuss the Stormwater Master Plan. This is a regular committee meeting focused on stormwater management planning.

• Discussion of Stormwater Master Plan
• Approval of minutes from May 4, 2023 committee meeting

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the monthly financial reports for November 2024, 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 50% of annual budget for Government Administration
• Recreation Department has spent 93% of its annual budget year-to-date
• Pool Division has exceeded its annual budget at 174% of budget spent
• Human Resources Division has spent 150% of its annual budget
• General Gov't Activities Division has spent 44% of its annual budget

General

The Rantoul Village Board will meet on November 12, 2024 to hear an independent audit report, vote on routine bills and minutes, and decide on several expenditures including a $400,000 loan for a new organ-builder facility at 700 Veterans Parkway. The board will also consider resolutions, approve contracts, and enter closed sessions on employee matters, real-estate purchases, and pending litigation.

• $400,000 EDA revolving loan for 45,000 sq ft warehouse at 700 Veterans Parkway for Buzard Pipe Organ Builders
• $508,549.44 service agreement with Schomburg & Schomburg Construction for underdrain replacement at West Water Treatment Plant
• $807,900 engineering agreement with BHMG Engineers for Prospect Substation upgrades
• Resolution 11-24-1423 to use CDBG funds for Buzard Pipe Organ Builders
• Resolution 11-24-1424 setting 2024 tax levy amounts under Truth in Taxation Law

The Rantoul Village Board approved a $400,000 EDA Revolving Loan for Rantoul Warehouse Group, LLC to build a 45,000-square-foot facility at 700 Veterans Parkway for Buzard Pipe Organ Builders. They also approved a $508,549.44 contract for water treatment plant filter underdrain replacement, an $807,900 engineering agreement for substation upgrades, and resolutions for CDBG funds and the 2024 tax levy. All votes were 5-0 with Trustee Robertson absent.

• Approved $400,000 EDA Revolving Loan for Rantoul Warehouse Group, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $508,549.44 contract with Schomburg & Schomburg for water filter underdrain replacement (5-0)
• Approved $807,900 engineering agreement with BHMG Engineers for Prospect Substation upgrades (5-0)
• Passed Resolution 11-24-1423 approving CDBG funds for Buzard Pipe Organ Builders (5-0)
• Passed Resolution 11-24-1424 determining 2024 tax levy amounts (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills and minutes (5-0)
• Entered closed session for personnel, real estate, and litigation (5-0)

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees holds a Regular Study Session to review presentations, proclamations, and departmental updates. No formal decisions are listed; items are informational or proposed for future meetings.

• $400,000 EDA loan for 45,000 sq ft facility at 700 Veterans Parkway for Buzard Pipe Organ Builders
• $508,549.44 service agreement for water treatment plant underdrain replacement with Schomburg & Schomburg Construction, Inc.
• $807,900 engineering agreement for New Prospect Substation upgrades with BHMG Engineers, Inc.
• Mayoral proclamation for Rantoul Area Chamber of Commerce 100-Year Anniversary
• Veterans Day Ceremony and ICBM Rededication scheduled for November 11 at Rantoul Family Sports Complex and 300 Borman Drive

The Rantoul Village Board held a study session where staff presented several items for future approval, including a $400,000 EDA Revolving Loan for Buzard Pipe Organ Builders' relocation, a $40,000 CDBG grant, a $508,549 water filter replacement contract, an $807,900 engineering agreement for substation upgrades, and the 2024 property tax levy of $1,888,828. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were scheduled for board approval at a later meeting. The board also approved the meeting agenda (6-0) and heard a tourism presentation.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Heard presentation on tourism by Visit Champaign-Urbana
• Reviewed $400,000 EDA loan for Buzard Pipe Organ Builders (to go to board)
• Reviewed $40,000 CDBG grant for Buzard Pipe Organ Builders (to go to board)
• Reviewed $508,549.44 water filter underdrain replacement contract (to go to board)
• Reviewed $807,900 engineering agreement for Prospect Substation upgrades (to go to board)
• Reviewed 2024 property tax levy request of $1,888,828 (to go to board)

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review financial reports, investment performance, and consider a new membership application. The board will also discuss possible action on IPOPIF consolidation, approve the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, and set 2025 meeting dates.

• Application for membership by Kyle Nierenhausen
• Review/approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request
• Discussion/possible action on IPOPIF status and consolidation requests
• Certify active member special election results
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses

General

The Microloan / EDA Revolving Loan Committee will meet to discuss a loan application for the Rantoul Warehouse Group’s Buzard Pipe Organ Builders project and review the EDA fund defederalization process.

• Discussion of EDA Revolving Loan Application for Rantoul Warehouse Group – Buzard Pipe Organ Builders
• Discussion of EDA Fund Defederalization

The Micro/EDA Loan Review Committee voted 3-0 to forward a $400,000 loan request from Rantoul Warehouse Group, LLC to the Village Board. The loan, at 2% interest, will fund construction of a 45,000-square-foot facility at 700 Veterans Parkway for Buzard Pipe Organ Builders. The committee also discussed defederalizing the EDA Revolving Loan Fund and heard an update on delinquent loans.

• Approved minutes of July 6, 2023 meeting (3-0)
• Forwarded $400,000 EDA loan request to Village Board (3-0)

General

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold its quarterly meeting to review attendance, public comments, and minutes. No old business is noted, and the board will receive an update on the hiring process.

• Quarterly meeting of Fire and Police Commissioners
• Update on hiring process

The commission approved the minutes from the April 16, 2024, meeting. Deputy Chief Sullivan provided an update on the police hiring process and officer training status. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of the April 16, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

General

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several expenditures, including a $245,000 dump truck with snow plow, a $125,000 pavilion and windscreens at the sports complex, and a $23,790 chlorine purchase for the aquatic center. They will also vote on an intergovernmental agreement with the high school for grounds maintenance, an engineering services agreement for landfill compliance, and a resolution to apply for a state grant for electrical upgrades in the industrial park.

• Purchase of Pulsar Briquette Chlorine for Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center from Spear Corporation for $23,790.00
• Intergovernmental Agreement Extension with Rantoul Township High School #193 for Grounds Maintenance and Management
• Purchase and installation of a Pavilion and two Windscreens at Rantoul Family Sports Complex, not-to-exceed $125,000.00
• Purchase of a replacement Dump Truck with Snow Plow for Public Works from JX Truck Center, not-to-exceed $245,000.00
• Resolution 10-24-1422 authorizing application to Illinois DCEO Regional Site Readiness Grant for electrical system upgrades in Rantoul Industrial Park Area

The Rantoul Village Board approved several expenditures, including a $245,000 dump truck with snow plow, a $125,000 pavilion and windscreens for the sports complex, and a $23,790 chlorine purchase. They also authorized an intergovernmental agreement extension with the high school, an engineering services agreement for landfill compliance, and a resolution to apply for a state grant for electrical upgrades in the industrial park. All votes were 5-0 with one trustee absent.

• Approved $23,790 purchase of Pulsar Briquette Chlorine for aquatic center (5-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement extension with Rantoul Township High School #193 for grounds maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 purchase/installation of pavilion and windscreens at sports complex (5-0)
• Approved $245,000 purchase of replacement dump truck with snow plow (5-0)
• Approved $34,500 engineering services agreement for landfill compliance (5-0)
• Passed Resolution 10-24-1422 authorizing grant application for electrical upgrades in industrial park (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the village's monthly financial reports for October 2024, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• General Fund budget report shows year-to-date expenditures at 50% of annual budget
• Recreation Department expenditures at 97% of annual budget
• Pool Division expenditures at 184% of annual budget
• Human Resources Division expenditures at 148% of annual budget
• General Government Activities Division has $1.76 million in encumbrances

General

The Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss several items related to the missile display, including Air Force tags, plaque size, tree removal, and fundraising for future maintenance. They will also consider a proposed dedication date and make recommendations to the Village Board.

• Air Force Tags for Missile
• Plaque Size by Jill’s Creative Expressions
• Removal of Tree by Deem Landscaping
• Fundraising Suggestions for Future Maintenance
• Proposed Dedication Date

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees is holding a study session to discuss several potential purchases and agreements, including a replacement dump truck, a pavilion at the sports complex, and a grant application for electrical upgrades. The board will also hear updates on the downtown project and recognize community events.

• Purchase replacement dump truck with snow plow from JX Truck Center, not-to-exceed $245,000
• Purchase and install pavilion and windscreens at Rantoul Family Sports Complex, not-to-exceed $125,000
• Resolution authorizing application to Illinois DCEO for Regional Site Readiness Grant for electrical upgrades in Rantoul Industrial Park
• Purchase Pulsar Briquette Chlorine for Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center from Spear Corporation, $23,790
• Engineering service agreement for landfill compliance with Fehr Graham & Associates, not-to-exceed $34,500 for two years

The Rantoul Village Board held a study session on October 1, 2024, where no formal votes were taken. Several items were discussed and will be brought to the Board for approval at a future meeting, including a grant application for electrical upgrades, purchases for the aquatic center and sports complex, and agreements for grounds maintenance and landfill compliance.

• Reviewed resolution for Regional Site Readiness Grant application for electrical upgrades (20% local match of $600,000)
• Reviewed purchase of Pulsar Briquette Chlorine from Spear Corporation for $23,790
• Reviewed intergovernmental agreement extension with RTHS for grounds maintenance at $34,000/year for 3 years
• Reviewed purchase and installation of pavilion and windscreens at Rantoul Family Sports Complex (not-to-exceed $125,000)
• Reviewed purchase of replacement dump truck with snow plow from JX Truck Center (not-to-exceed $245,000)
• Reviewed engineering service agreement with Fehr Graham for landfill compliance (not-to-exceed $34,500 for 2 years)

General

The Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss several items related to the missile display, including Air Force tags, plaque size, tree removal, and fundraising for future maintenance. They will also propose a dedication date and make recommendations to the Village Board.

• Air Force tags for missile
• Plaque size by Jill's Creative Expressions
• Tree removal by Deem Landscaping
• Fundraising suggestions for future maintenance
• Proposed dedication date

General

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several expenditures and resolutions, including refinishing the bathhouse floor at the Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center for $41,060, purchasing a 2025 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor for $54,350, authorizing a grant application for sidewalks in Pleasant Acres, and approving the conveyance of a fire truck. The board will also enter closed session to discuss employee matters, collective bargaining, real estate, and litigation.

• Refinish bathhouse floor at Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center by Stout's Building Services for $41,060
• Purchase 2025 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor from Shields Auto Group for $54,350
• Resolution 09-24-1421: Apply to 2024 Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program for sidewalks in Pleasant Acres
• Ordinance 2778: Authorize conveyance of Village-owned fire truck
• Closed session for employee, collective bargaining, real estate, and litigation matters

The Rantoul Village Board approved several expenditures and resolutions at its September 10, 2024 meeting. It authorized $41,060 for refinishing the bathhouse floor at the Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center and $54,350 for a 2025 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor. The board also passed a resolution to apply for state funding for sidewalks in the Pleasant Acre neighborhood and an ordinance to convey a fire truck. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved $41,060 contract with Stout's Building Services for bathhouse floor refinishing (6-0)
• Approved $54,350 purchase of 2025 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor from Shields Auto Group (6-0)
• Passed Resolution 9-24-1421 authorizing application to 2024 Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program for Pleasant Acre sidewalks (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2778 authorizing conveyance of village-owned fire truck (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, financial reports, and meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the village's monthly financial reports for September 2024, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is purely informational, with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Summary budget report shows General Fund expenditures at 53% of annual budget year-to-date
• Pool Division over budget at 172% of annual budget year-to-date
• Recreation Department overall at 90% of annual budget year-to-date
• Check register and treasurer's report to be reviewed
• Investment report to be reviewed

General

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss several items, including a resolution to apply for state funding for sidewalks in the Pleasant Acres neighborhood, a $41,060 contract to refinish the bathhouse floor at the Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center, and a purchase of a replacement dump truck with snow plow for up to $245,000. The board will also administer oaths of office to three new firefighters and hear a presentation from the PerryAyz Foundation. No final votes are expected at this study session.

• Resolution to apply for 2024 Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program funds for sidewalks in Pleasant Acres neighborhood
• Contract with Stout's Building Services to refinish bathhouse floor at Hap Parker Family Aquatic Center for $41,060.00
• Purchase of replacement dump truck with snow plow from JX Truck Center, not to exceed $245,000.00
• Oath of office for firefighters Daniel Kelly, Cody Osgood, and Darcy Shreves
• Presentation by Angela Perry of PerryAyz Foundation

The Board approved the meeting agenda and swore in three new firefighters. Several funding and purchase requests were reviewed and referred to the Board for final approval.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Swore in firefighters Daniel Kelly, Code Osgood, and Darcy Shreve

General

The Rantoul General meeting on August 28, 2024, is a short agenda with only one substantive item: discussion and possible approval of a plaque for the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Commerce (IBMC). The rest is procedural (call to order, agenda approval, adjournment).

• Discussion and possible approval of plaque for the IBMC

The ICBM Sub-Committee discussed Phase II of the Minuteman Missile Restoration Project, focusing on beautification and lighting. No formal votes were taken; members made recommendations for a plaque, storyboard, and tree trimming. The committee also reviewed the Phase I completion, which went slightly over budget but the contractor waived the extra cost.

• Reviewed Phase I completion; final cost exceeded budget by ~$600, waived by Crispin Auto LLC
• Discussed Phase II beautification and light enhancements (no formal action)
• Considered 10x14 aluminum plaque estimate of $401.31 from Jill's Signs & Engraving
• Recommended illuminating Minuteman Missile and plaque from both sides
• Agreed to trim Swamp White Oak tree; considered transplanting via Deem Landscaping
• Noted Rotary Club funding for storyboard; draft reviewed
• Recommended condensing plaque text to 'Dedicated in honor of all who passed through the gates of the Chanute Air Force Base from 1917 to 1993'
• Suggested adding dedication date and committee names to storyboard back

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on August 13, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The board will consider routine approvals on the consent agenda, vote on three major purchases totaling $289,830, and pass two software-related resolutions. No zoning or policy changes are listed.

• Purchase Altec Puller Tensioner Trailer for $76,860.00 from Global Rental Co, Inc
• Service agreement for Well No. 8 pump replacement for $72,670.00 with $10,000.00 contingency
• Buy three 3-Phase Voltage Regulators for $141,300.00 from Fletcher-Reinhardt Company
• Pass Resolution 08-24-1419 approving software agreement with Criterion Inc.
• Pass Resolution 08-24-1420 approving software interface agreement with CentralSquare

The Rantoul Village Board approved three equipment purchases and two software agreements, all by unanimous 6-0 votes. The board also issued a proclamation and swore in a new police officer.

• Approved $76,860 purchase of Altec Puller Tensioner Trailer from Global Rental Co (6-0)
• Approved $72,670 service agreement with $10,000 contingency for Well No. 8 pump replacement (6-0)
• Approved $141,300 purchase of three 3-Phase Voltage Regulators from Fletcher-Reinhardt (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 08-24-1419 for Criterion Inc. software subscription (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 08-24-1420 for Central Square software interface license (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the village's monthly financial reports for August 2024, 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 budget report shows $6.57 million annual budget with $5.22 million unencumbered balance
• Pool Division expenses at 136% of year-to-date budget
• Parks Maintenance Division has $161,608.99 in encumbrances
• General Gov't Activities Division shows $649,882.79 in fixed asset encumbrances
• Recreation Department overall at 82% of year-to-date budget

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will hold a study session to discuss and potentially approve several public works purchases, including a puller tensioner trailer, a submersible pump replacement, and voltage regulators. The board will also receive updates on the Prospect Substation upgrade, the Downtown Project, and the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Book.

• Purchase of Altec Puller Tensioner Trailer from Global Rental Co, Inc for $76,860.00
• Service agreement with Water Well Solutions Illinois, LLC for pump replacement at Well No. 8 for $72,670.00 plus $10,000 contingency
• Purchase of three 3-Phase Voltage Regulators from Fletcher-Reinhardt Company for $141,300.00
• Appointment of Deputy Village Clerk
• Agreement with Criterion for Human Resource Software

The Rantoul Village Board held a study session with no formal votes. Staff presented a $13.3 million proposal to build a new Prospect Substation, and requested approvals for several equipment purchases and a software agreement, all of which will go to the Board for action at a future meeting. The board also received updates on the Downtown Streetscape Project and a court date for the downtown theater owner.

• Agenda approved (6-0)
• Prospect Substation replacement proposal presented at $13,319,462.12 — no action
• 2019 Altec puller tensioner trailer purchase requested at $76,860.00 — pending board approval
• Water Well Solutions service agreement requested at $72,670.00 plus $10,000 contingency — pending board approval
• Three voltage regulators purchase requested at $141,300.00 — pending board approval
• Criterion HR software 3-year agreement requested at $57,974.00 — pending board approval
• Hank Gamel appointed Deputy Village Clerk — to be approved by board

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, reviewing financial and investment reports, and discussing member applications. They will also consider several action items such as an IPOPIF status update, an interim cash management policy, and a special election for active members. The meeting includes closed session if needed.

• Approval of bills and monthly financial report from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Investment performance summary and policy review from Wall Capital Group
• Portability update for Kyle Schlorff and repayment of unpaid breaks for Thane Jackson
• Discussion/possible action on IPOPIF consolidation and interim cash management policy
• Certify board election results and elect board officers

Fire and Police Commission

The regular meeting of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners scheduled for July 16, 2024 has been canceled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on October 15, 2024 at 1:00pm in the conference room of the Rantoul Police Department. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no substantive items for discussion.

• Meeting canceled for July 16, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for October 15, 2024 at 1:00pm
• Location: Rantoul Police Department, 109 E. Grove Ave., Rantoul, IL

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the monthly financial reports for July 2024, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• General Fund budget report shows $617,844 spent in Government Administration (45% of annual budget)
• Recreation Department spent $110,720.67 (54% of annual budget)
• Pool Division has $26,256 budgeted, with $16,850.56 spent (64%)
• Parks Maintenance Division has $66,222 budgeted, with $35,411.15 spent (54%)
• General Government Activities Division has $547,594 budgeted, with $240,166.15 spent (44%)

General

The Village Board of Trustees will meet to vote on several construction contracts, vehicle purchases, and intergovernmental agreements. The agenda also includes proposed changes to hotel taxes and campground licensing.

• Sidewalk improvements on East Grove Ave ($116,889.50) and Community Service Center ($42,886.60)
• Generator rentals for Industrial Area and Rantoul Foods ($239,709.19)
• Purchase of a CASE 590SN Tractor Loader Backhoe ($150,500.00) and two Altec bucket trucks
• Ordinance 2775 amending Hotel and Motel Use Tax
• Ordinance 2776 implementing campgrounds and campground licensing

The Village Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including sidewalk improvements and the purchase of two bucket trucks and a backhoe. The Board also passed ordinances regarding hotel taxes, campground regulations, and fee schedules, and approved agreements for school resource officers.

• Approved $116,889.50 East Grove Avenue sidewalk contract with A&A Concrete, LLC (4-0)
• Approved $42,886.60 Community Service Center sidewalk contract with Mid Illinois Concrete & Excavation, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $239,709.19 generator rentals from Altorfer CAT (4-0)
• Approved $150,500.00 CASE 590SN Tractor Loader Backhoe purchase from Birkey’s Farm Store (4-0)
• Approved $136,486.00 Altec Ford 4x4 Bucket Truck purchase from Global Rental Company, Inc (4-0)
• Approved $200,379.99 2024 Altec F550 Ford 4x4 Bucket Truck purchase from Global Rental Company, Inc (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2775 regarding hotel and motel use tax (4-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreements for school resource officers with Rantoul City School District #137 and Rantoul Township High School 193 (4-0)

General

The Village Board of Trustees will hold a study session to discuss several municipal contracts and equipment purchases. Items include sidewalk improvement projects, new heavy machinery for public works, and proposed ordinances regarding hotel taxes and campground licensing.

• East Grove Ave sidewalk construction contract with A&A Concrete, LLC for $116,889.50
• Community Service Center sidewalk improvement contract with Mid Illinois Concrete & Excavation, Inc. for $42,886.60
• Generator rentals from Altorfer CAT for $239,709.19
• Street Department purchase of a CASE 590SN Tractor Loader Backhoe for $150,500.00
• Ordinance regarding Hotel and Motel Use Tax and an ordinance for Campground Licensing

The Rantoul Village Board held a study session on July 2, 2024, where no formal votes were taken on substantive items. Department heads presented several items for future board approval, including contracts for sidewalk improvements, equipment purchases, and ordinances related to campgrounds and hotel/motel taxes. The board also entered closed session to discuss minutes.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss minutes (5-0)
• Reviewed SRO agreements with school districts #137 and #193
• Reviewed sidewalk construction contracts ($116,889.50 and $42,886.60)
• Reviewed generator rental waiver ($239,709.19)
• Reviewed purchase of backhoe ($150,500) and two bucket trucks ($136,486 and $200,379)
• Reviewed ordinances on campgrounds and hotel/motel tax
• No formal votes on substantive items taken

General

The Village Board of Trustees will meet to consider several large expenditures, including electrical infrastructure repairs and abatement services. The board will also review a resolution regarding the Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path extension.

• Repair of a 12 MVA Pad-Mount Transformer for $725,467.00
• Purchase of five voltage regulators for $158,000.00
• Lead and asbestos abatement at 735 Pacesetter for $72,000.00
• Sludge dewatering service at the Waste Water Treatment Plant for $33,728.00
• Resolution for the Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path extension

The Rantoul Village Board approved several infrastructure and maintenance contracts, including transformer repairs and waste water treatment services. Trustees also authorized a local public agency agreement for the construction and maintenance of the Veterans Parkway shared use path.

• Approved $72,000 contract for lead/asbestos abatement at 735 Pacesetter (5-0)
• Approved $725,467 for transformer repair from Sunbelt Solomon (6-0)
• Approved $158,000 purchase of voltage regulators from Midwest Electric (5-0)
• Approved $33,728 sludge dewatering service agreement with Merrell Brothers (5-0)
• Added 317 Steffler Street to Vacant Lot Purchasing Program (5-0)
• Passed Resolution 6-24-1415 for Veterans Parkway shared use path (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including May meeting minutes and bills (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for June 2024, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The reports show year-to-date spending across village departments, with some areas over budget and others under. No decisions are being made; this is a routine financial review.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 146% of annual budget, driven by a $8,000,000 transfer out
• Parks Maintenance Division spent 232% of monthly budget, with fixed asset purchases at $118,865.72
• Recreation Department overall at 93% of annual budget, with Pool Division at 97%
• General Government Activities Division over budget by $4,035,179.18 year-to-date
• Comptroller's Office employee benefits at 193% of monthly budget

General

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a study session to discuss several contracts and program changes, including a $725,467 transformer repair, $158,000 in voltage regulators, a $72,000 lead and asbestos abatement contract, and adding a property to the vacant lot purchasing program. The board will also hear reports from staff and may enter closed session for personnel and legal matters.

• Contract with Universal Asbestos Removal, Inc. for lead and asbestos abatement at 735 Pacesetter (Hangar 1) for $72,000
• Purchase of two voltage regulators for Industrial Substation and three for Prospect Substation from Midwest Electric Transformer Services Inc. for $158,000
• Rewind and repair of a 12 MVA pad-mount transformer from Sunbelt Solomon for $725,467
• Amend Vacant Lot Purchasing Program to add 317 Steffler Street
• Closed session for employee matters, collective bargaining, and pending litigation

The Rantoul Village Board held a study session where no formal votes were taken on substantive items. Staff presented several items for future approval, including a $72,000 lead and asbestos abatement contract for 735 Pacesetter Drive, $158,000 for voltage regulators, and $725,467 for transformer repair. The board also discussed adding 317 Steffler Street to the Vacant Lot Purchasing Program and a construction contract for Veteran's Parkway funded by an ITEP grant. The board entered closed session for personnel, collective bargaining, and litigation matters.

• Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
• Moved to closed session for personnel, collective bargaining, and litigation (6-0)
• Requested approval: $72,000 lead & asbestos abatement contract with Universal Asbestos Removal Inc. for 735 Pacesetter
• Requested approval: $158,000 purchase of five voltage regulators from Midwest Electric Transformer Services Inc.
• Requested approval: $725,467 rewind/repair of 12 MVA Pad-Mount Transformer from Sunbelt Solomon
• Requested approval: $33,167 sludge press-out contract with Morrow Brothers
• Requested approval: amendment to Vacant Lot Purchasing Program to add 317 Steffler Street
• Requested approval: construction contract for Veteran's Parkway (ITEP grant funded)

General

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on several contracts and ordinances, including a $1.49 million downtown water and wastewater infrastructure replacement project and a $49,908 water truck purchase. They will also consider ordinances amending water, gas, and electric rates, and approve a Community Development Block Grant action plan. The meeting includes routine appointments and proclamations.

• Contract with SNC Construction for Downtown Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Replacement Project, $1,488,282.02
• Purchase of 2018 Kenworth water truck from CIT Trucks, LLC, $49,908 plus $1,000 contingency
• Ordinances 2772-2774 amending water, gas, and electric rate schedules
• Contract for garage bay door reconstruction at Fleet Maintenance Shop, $72,690 plus $7,310 contingency
• Community Development Resolution 303 approving CDBG 2024 Annual Action Plan

The Village Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major downtown utility replacement project. The board also passed ordinances updating water, gas, and electric rates and approved the 2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan.

• Approved $1,488,282.02 contract with SNC Construction, Inc for downtown water and wastewater infrastructure (5-0)
• Approved construction engineering services for downtown utility project with Hutchison Engineering, Inc not-to-exceed $150,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved $49,908.00 purchase of a 2018 Kenworth Water Truck with $1,000.00 contingency (5-0)
• Approved $72,690.00 contract for fleet maintenance shop garage bay doors with Mid Illinois Concrete & Excavation and $7,310.00 contingency (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2772 amending water rates (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2773 amending gas rates (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2774 amending electric rates (5-0)
• Approved Community Development Resolution No. 303 for the 2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for May 2024, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• General Fund shows year-to-date expenditures at 156% of budget, with a $8,000,000 transfer out
• Government Administration Department has spent 149% of its annual budget year-to-date
• Parks Maintenance Division has $260,961.50 in encumbrances for fixed assets
• Pool Division personnel services are at 108% of annual budget
• General Government Activities Division shows a $4,137,194.59 negative budget balance

General

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a study session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a utility cost-of-service study, a $1.49 million downtown water and wastewater infrastructure contract, and appointments of key officials. The board will also consider a $72,690 construction contract for garage bay doors and a $49,908 water truck purchase.

• Contract for Downtown Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Replacement Project with SNC Construction, Inc, $1,488,282.02
• Agreement for Construction Engineering Services for the Downtown Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Replacement Project with Hutchison Engineering, Inc, not-to-exceed $150,000.00
• Construction Contract for Reconstruction and Enlargement of Garage Bay Doors at the Fleet Maintenance Shop with Mid IL Concrete & Excavation, $72,690.00 plus $7,310.00 contingency
• Purchase of a Replacement 2018 Kenworth Water Truck for the Systems Collection Division, $49,908.00 plus $1,000.00 contingency
• Review of the Cost of Service Study Findings from Utility Financial Solutions for the Village Electric, Gas, and Water Utilities

The Rantoul Village Board held a study session on May 7, 2024, where no formal votes were taken. Items discussed for future approval include a $1,488,282.02 contract for downtown water and wastewater infrastructure replacement, a $150,000 engineering services agreement, a $49,908 water truck purchase, and a $72,690 garage bay door construction contract. The board also heard a utility rate study suggesting a 4% annual increase and noted the final 2023 property tax levy rate of 1.898%.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Heard proclamation declaring May as Mental Health Matters Month
• Administered oath to three new police officers
• Discussed $1,488,282.02 downtown water/wastewater contract (pending approval)
• Discussed $150,000 engineering services agreement (pending approval)
• Discussed $49,908 water truck purchase (pending approval)
• Discussed $72,690 garage bay door construction contract (pending approval)
• Noted final 2023 property tax levy rate of 1.898%

General

The Rantoul Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to hold a public hearing on the draft 2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan and to review and make a recommendation on the plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the July 17, 2023 meeting. The meeting is open to the public and accessible per ADA requirements.

• Public hearing on draft 2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Review and recommendation on 2024 Annual Action Plan
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2023 meeting

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, reviewing financial and investment reports, and acting on membership and retirement applications. They will also discuss potential consolidation with IPOPIF and other policy items. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy changes or large expenditures listed.

• Approval of bills and monthly financial report from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Investment performance summary and policy review from Wall Capital Group
• Membership applications for Yaleina Anaya, Johnathan Grice, Armando Romero, and Shanice Guider
• Contribution refund for Tim Beckett
• Discussion and possible action on IPOPIF consolidation and asset transfer

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 approval of the budget. No old business is noted, and the next meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2024.

• Approval of budget
• Public comments
• Approval of minutes
• Next meeting: July 17, 2024

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners unanimously approved the FY24-25 budget. The board also agreed to schedule oral interviews for June 13, 2024, following a planned round of written exams in May. No public comments were made, and no old business was discussed.

• Approved minutes of January 16, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved FY24-25 budget (unanimous)
• Scheduled oral interviews for June 13, 2024

General

The Liquor Advisory Committee will meet to discuss Class T-1 liquor licenses. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from January 18, 2023, and March 16, 2024.

• Discussion of Liquor License Class T-1

The Liquor Advisory Committee discussed a request from Rush Baseball/Softball for a Class T-1 liquor permit at the Rantoul Family Sports Complex but voted against forwarding the item to the Village Board. The motion to forward failed. The committee also approved minutes from previous meetings and noted that the Village Board had passed several liquor license changes based on earlier input.

• Approved meeting minutes for January 18, 2023 and March 7, 2024 (4-0)
• Motion to forward T-1 liquor permit discussion to Village Board failed

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will meet to vote on the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and various service agreements. The agenda includes several large expenditures for wastewater treatment, airport improvements, and equipment purchases.

• Approval of FY 2024-25 Annual Budget (Ordinance 2770)
• $440,800.00 engineering agreement for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase II design
• $221,283.00 airport runway rehabilitation engineering agreement
• $160,000.00 total for a replacement Toro mower for the Recreation Department
• Zoning map amendment for 636-640 West Champaign Avenue (Ordinance 2769)

The Board of Trustees approved the annual budget for fiscal year 2024-25 and several infrastructure contracts. Other actions included updating the zoning map, amending liquor license codes, and approving a police sergeant agreement.

• Approved FY 2024-25 annual budget (6-0)
• Approved $440,800 wastewater treatment plant design agreement (6-0)
• Approved $160,000 total for replacement Toro Mower (6-0)
• Approved $146,587.20 wastewater stockpile disposal contract (6-0)
• Approved $80,294.84 industrial area electrical gear purchase (6-0)
• Approved $39,000 contract for Minuteman missile restoration (6-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 636-640 West Champaign Avenue (6-0)
• Approved FOP Labor Council Sergeant Agreement through April 30, 2027 (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review monthly financial reports including the Summary Budget Report, Check Register Report, Monthly Treasurer’s Report, and Investment Report for April 2024. These reports detail year-to-date revenues and expenditures across village departments such as Government Administration, Recreation, and Human Resources.

General

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a study session to discuss and potentially approve several contracts and ordinances, including a $440,800 engineering agreement for wastewater treatment plant design, a $152,982.62 mower purchase, and a rezoning for 636-640 West Champaign Avenue. The board will also consider a proclamation for Autism Awareness Month and may enter closed session for personnel and collective bargaining matters.

• Contract for restoration of Minuteman missile at 300 Borman Drive with Crispin Auto, LLC for $39,000 (plus $8,000 contingency)
• Rezoning petition ZP24-1 for 636-640 West Champaign Avenue
• Purchase of Toro mower from MTI Distribution Equipment for $152,982.62 (total $160,000)
• Power sales contract with Illinois Municipal Electric Agency commencing 10-01-35
• Engineering agreement with Donohue & Associates for wastewater treatment plant Phase II final design for $440,800

The Board held a study session to review several proposed contracts, rezoning requests, and code amendments. All items discussed were moved forward to a future Board Meeting for formal approval.

• Approved amended agenda (6-0)
• Moved to Board Meeting: $39,000 contract with Crispin Auto, LLC for ICBM restoration
• Moved to Board Meeting: Rezoning 636-640 West Champaign Avenue to C-2 for Culver's
• Moved to Board Meeting: $160,000 purchase of Toro Mower from MTI Distribution Equipment
• Moved to Board Meeting: $440,800 engineering agreement with Donohue & Associates for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase II
• Moved to Board Meeting: $146,587.20 agreement with Dirtworks Trucking & Excavating for Range stockpile removal
• Moved to Board Meeting: Ordinance to create Class GH Gaming Hall Liquor License
• Entered closed session to discuss employee and collective negotiating matters (6-0)

General

The Rantoul Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning petition to change 636-640 W Champaign Ave from R-1 Single Family Residential to C-2 General Commercial, allowing construction of a Culver's restaurant. The commission is advisory to the Village Board, so it will make a recommendation, not a final decision. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the January 4, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on Rezoning Petition #ZP24-1 by Erickson Enterprises, LLC
• Rezone 636-640 W Champaign Ave from R-1 to C-2
• Proposed Culver's restaurant at that location
• Approval of minutes from January 4, 2024 meeting

The Commission approved a petition to rezone property at 636-640 W Champaign Ave from residential to general commercial. This recommendation will be forwarded to the Village Board for final action to allow the construction of a Culvers Restaurant.

• Approved Rezoning Petition #ZP24-1 for 636-640 W Champaign Ave (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review the March 2024 monthly financial reports. These documents include the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report.

• Summary Budget Report for General (Corporate) Fund
• Review of Government Administration expenditures
• Review of Recreation Department divisional budgets
• Monthly Treasurer's Report
• Monthly Investment Report

General

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several contracts and ordinances, including a $16.06 million construction contract for the wastewater treatment plant phase one project. The board will also vote on a $910,697 police technology package, a demolition contract, and multiple property conveyances and parade resolutions.

• Construction contract with Grunloh Building Inc. for wastewater treatment plant phase one, $16,060,000
• Law enforcement technology package with Axon Enterprise, Inc., $910,697.05 over ten years
• Demolition of building at 119 E Sangamon Ave with Lee Farms Excavating, Inc., $144,500
• Ordinance 2763 conveying surplus real estate at 272 Keystone Drive to Habitat for Humanity
• Resolution 03-24-1412 authorizing intervention in property tax appeal for Rantoul Lodging, LLC (946 Broadmeadow Road)

The Rantoul Village Board approved a $16.06 million construction contract for the Phase One wastewater treatment plant project, along with several other expenditures and ordinances. All votes were 5-0, with Trustee Wilson absent. The board also passed ordinances related to mobile food trucks, property conveyances, and parade resolutions.

• Approved $16,060,000 wastewater treatment plant Phase One contract with Grunloh Building Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $910,697.05 Axon police technology package over 10 years (5-0)
• Approved $144,500 demolition contract for 119 E. Sangamon Ave with Lee Farms Excavating (5-0)
• Approved $40,545 purchase of 350 MCM CU wire for Electric Department (5-0)
• Approved $40,645 pad-mounted primary disconnect gear for Electric Department (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2762 amending mobile food truck regulations (5-0)
• Passed Ordinances 2763-2765 for property conveyances to Habitat for Humanity and Chilla Homes, and a property exchange (5-0)
• Approved $47,000 road salt purchase from Illinois Department of Central Management Services (5-0)

General

The Rantoul Liquor Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss liquor license classes and other business. The agenda includes public participation, allowing citizens to address the committee on agenda items or other matters.

• Discussion of liquor license classes

The Rantoul Liquor Advisory Committee voted to forward four staff recommendations to the Village Board for consideration. These include adding a Gaming Hall liquor license class, requiring Class A licensees to derive 51% or more sales from liquor, adjusting development/redevelopment license rules, and adding a 30-day application window for new owners. No final decisions were made; the board will consider the proposals.

• Motion to present staff recommendations to Village Board carried (unanimous)

General

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially act on several significant items, including a $15.6 million construction contract for the wastewater treatment plant, a $670,714 police technology package, and the sale of village-owned properties. The board will also review a proposed ordinance regulating mobile food trucks and receive a presentation on the FY 2024-25 budget. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Construction contract with Grunloh Building Inc. for $15,588,207 for the Phase One wastewater treatment plant project
• Axon Law Enforcement Technology Package for the Police Department in the amount of $670,714.28 over ten years
• Agreement for sale of real estate to Chilla Homes, LLC at 109 Wheat Ave
• Ordinance authorizing conveyance of surplus real estate at 272 Keystone Drive to Habitat for Humanity
• Rezoning petition ZP23-3 for 1310 S Century Blvd

The Rantoul Village Board held a study session on March 5, 2024, with no binding votes except approval of the agenda (6-0). Trustees reviewed and forwarded several items to a future board meeting for approval, including a $670,714.28 ten-year Axon law enforcement technology package, the sale of 109 Wheat Ave. to Chilla Homes, LLC for 25 micro-homes priced at $90,000.00, conveyance of 272 Keystone Drive to Habitat for Humanity, and a $144,500.00 demolition contract with Lee Farms Excavating for 119 E Sangamon Ave. A rezoning request for 1310 S Century Blvd. to C-4 for mini-warehouses was postponed. The Administrator presented the FY 2024-25 budget, with a hearing on April 2 and a vote scheduled for April 9.

• Approved the agenda (6-0)
• Forwarded Axon Law Enforcement Technology Package, $670,714.28 over ten years, to the Board for approval
• Forwarded Agreement for Sale of 109 Wheat Ave. to Chilla Homes, LLC (25 micro-homes at $90,000.00) to the Board for approval
• Forwarded Ordinance conveying 272 Keystone Drive to Habitat for Humanity to the Board for approval
• Postponed rezoning petition ZP23-3 for 1310 S Century Blvd. to C-4 (mini-warehouses)
• Forwarded $144,500.00 demolition contract with Lee Farms Excavating for 119 E Sangamon Ave. to the Board for approval
• Forwarded three temporary right-of-way closing resolutions for parades on July 4, October 4, and December 7, 2024, to the Board for approval
• Forwarded electric department purchases from Anixter Power Solutions ($40,545.00 wire; $40,645.00 disconnect gear) and a $15,588,207.00 wastewater treatment construction contract with Grunloh Building, Inc. to the Board for approval

General

The Rantoul Village Board’s Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Sub-Committee will meet to review bids for missile renovation, discuss renewal of a community static display loan program contract, and hear recommendations from the Defense Logistics Agency and National Museum of US Air Force. The meeting includes standard procedural items and a public participation period.

• Bids received for renovation of missile
• Community Static Display Loan Program contract renewal proposed
• Defense Logistics Agency recommendations
• National Museum of US Air Force recommendations

The ICBM Sub-Committee recommended the Village Board accept Crispin Auto LLC's RFP for Minuteman Missile restoration, with a 10-year warranty and estimated cost of $32,000-$47,000. They also recommended signing a new five-year contract with the US Air Force for the missile display. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Recommended Crispin Auto LLC RFP for missile restoration (unanimous)
• Recommended signing five-year US Air Force contract for missile display (unanimous)
• Approved December 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

General

The Rantoul Village Board is meeting to consider several routine and expenditure items, including a $254,181 contract to repair the Prospect Substation transformer, purchase of switch equipment, and multiple ordinance amendments. A presentation on leisure service at Willard Airport is also scheduled. The agenda includes consent items, public participation, and announcements.

• Contract with Sunbelt Solomon for Prospect Substation transformer repair: $254,181, plus $12,000 equipment rental and $15,000 contingency
• Purchase of 69kv switch equipment from Ameren Services: $39,677.73
• Ordinance 2759 amending zoning map for 1310 S Century Blvd
• Ordinance 2760 amending zoning code regarding barbed wire fencing
• Resolution 02-24-1407: services contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc.

The Rantoul Village Board approved a $254,181 contract with Sunbelt Solomon to repair the Prospect Substation transformer, plus $12,000 for equipment rental and $15,000 in contingency funds. Trustees also approved a $39,677.73 purchase of 69kv switch equipment from Ameren Services Company and passed four ordinances and two resolutions. A zoning map amendment for 1310 S. Century Blvd. was deferred to the March meeting at the request of Trustee Hall; a resident who had signed up to speak on it also postponed his comments. All votes recorded were 6-0, with Mayor Smith and seven trustees present.

• Deferred zoning map amendment for 1310 S. Century Blvd. to March meeting (6-0)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: January 9, 2024 minutes, bills, and monthly financial report (6-0)
• Approved $254,181 contract with Sunbelt Solomon for Prospect Substation transformer repair, plus $12,000 equipment rental and $15,000 contingency (6-0)
• Approved $39,677.73 purchase of 69kv switch equipment from Ameren Services Company (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2759 amending Village Code Chapter 18, Article II on law enforcement appointments (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2760 amending Village Code Chapter 46 on zoning (barbed wire fencing); attorney asked to add definition of barbed wire (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2761 amending Ordinance 2731 authorizing a loan agreement from the Water Pollution Control Loan Program (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the monthly financial reports for February 2024, 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 meeting is primarily for financial oversight and approval of the reports.

• General Fund government administration shows 50% of annual budget spent, with $4.36M remaining
• Pool Division expenditures at 136% of year-to-date budget, with $26,881 remaining
• Campground Division expenditures at 137% of year-to-date budget, with $6,301 remaining
• Parks Maintenance Division has $170,812 in encumbrances for fixed assets
• General Gov't Activities Division has $1.4M in encumbrances, mostly for fixed assets

General

The Village Board of Trustees will hold a study session to discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. Topics include substation transformer repairs, zoning petitions, and an amendment to wastewater treatment plant funding.

• Rezoning petition ZP23-3 for 1310 S Century Blvd
• Zoning petition ZP23-4 regarding barbed wire fencing
• $32,609.00 landscape contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc.
• $254,181.00 transformer repair contract with Sunbelt Solomon
• Amendment to $18,215,000.00 wastewater treatment plant funding

The Board conducted a study session to review several items for future approval, including infrastructure repairs and zoning changes. No substantive votes were taken other than the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing financial and investment reports, and discussing fund administration. They will also consider approving annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners, reviewing trustee terms, and renewing fiduciary liability insurance. The agenda includes both discussion and possible action items, such as an update on IPOPIF consolidation and a vacancy appointment.

• Approval of bills and monthly financial report from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Investment performance summary and policy review from Wall Capital Group
• Portability updates for Kyly Schlorff and Thane Jackson
• Approve annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Review/approve fiduciary liability insurance renewal

Fire and Police Commission

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding its quarterly meeting. The main item is a discussion and possible approval of amending the Rules and Regulations related to the eligibility list. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no old business noted.

• Discussion and possible approval of amending Rules and Regulations related to eligibility list

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 18, 2023 meeting. Members agreed to hold oral interviews for new hires on February 16, following written exams on February 8 and 10. The board determined that a proposed amendment to eligibility list rules was not needed.

• Approved October 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled oral interviews for February 16
• Declined amendment to eligibility list rules and regulations

General

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several engineering agreements and resolutions, including sidewalk design and master plan studies for water and stormwater systems. The agenda also includes routine consent items, a motor fuel tax appropriation, and a Safe Routes to School project agreement. The board may enter closed session to discuss closed meeting minutes and property sale/lease pricing.

• Engineering agreement with Hutchison Engineering for CDBG-funded sidewalk improvements, not to exceed $39,991
• Engineering agreement with Donohue & Associates for water distribution system master plan study, not to exceed $74,200
• Engineering agreement with Donohue & Associates for stormwater system master plan study, not to exceed $84,300
• Resolution 01-24-1405 appropriating $225,000 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for maintenance
• Resolution 01-24-1406 authorizing Local Public Agency Agreement for Safe Routes to School project (Pleasant Acres)

The Rantoul Village Board approved three engineering agreements: a $39,991 sidewalk design contract with Hutchison Engineering, a $74,200 water distribution system master plan study with Donohue & Associates, and an $84,300 stormwater system master plan study with Donohue & Associates. The board also passed resolutions appropriating motor fuel tax funds, authorizing a Safe Routes to School project, and determining confidentiality of closed meeting minutes. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved $39,991 sidewalk design engineering agreement with Hutchison Engineering (6-0)
• Approved $74,200 water distribution system master plan study with Donohue & Associates (6-0)
• Approved $84,300 stormwater system master plan study with Donohue & Associates (6-0)
• Passed Resolution 1-24-1405 appropriating motor fuel tax funds for maintenance (6-0)
• Passed Resolution 1-24-1406 authorizing Safe Routes to School project at Pleasant Acres (6-0)
• Passed Resolution 1-24-1404 on confidentiality of closed meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and financial report (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the monthly financial reports for January 2024, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is purely informational, with no decisions or proposals listed.

• Summary Budget Report shows General Fund expenditures at 45% of annual budget as of 12/07/2023
• Check Register Report
• Monthly Treasurer's Report
• Investment Report

General

The Rantoul Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests. One seeks to rezone a property on S Century Blvd for mini-warehouses, and the other proposes amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding site development standards, including barbed wire fencing. The commission is advisory to the Village Board.

• Rezoning Petition #ZP23-3: 1310 S Century Blvd from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial to C-4 Commercial/Industrial for mini-warehouses
• Rezoning Petition #ZP23-4: Amend Chapter 46 (Zoning Ordinance) to change site development standards, including permitting barbed wire fencing in certain districts
• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2023 meeting

The Rantoul Planning and Zoning Commission approved two rezoning petitions. The first rezoned 1310 S Century Blvd from C-1 to C-4 to allow construction of a 180-unit mini-warehouse. The second amended the zoning ordinance to permit barbed wire fencing in certain non-residential districts. Both recommendations will be forwarded to the Village Board for final action.

• Approved rezoning petition ZP23-3 for 1310 S Century Blvd to C-4 Commercial/Industrial (5-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved rezoning petition ZP23-4 to allow barbed wire fencing in non-residential districts (6-1)