Rantoul public meetings in 2025

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on the 2025 tax levy ordinance and several related tax abatements for general obligation bonds. They will also consider an ordinance amending the solid waste code regarding pollution control facilities. The consent agenda includes routine approvals of bills, minutes, and the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Ordinance 2807: 2025 tax levy
• Ordinance 2808-2812: tax abatements for GO bonds (2013A, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020)
• Ordinance 2813: amends Chapter 28 'Solid Waste' re pollution control facilities
• Consent agenda: bills, minutes, 2026 holiday schedule

The Rantoul Village Board approved the 2025 tax levy ordinance and six related tax abatement ordinances for various general obligation and refunding bonds, all by unanimous 6-0 votes. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included financial reports and meeting minutes, and amended the solid waste chapter regarding pollution control facilities. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved Ordinance 2807, 2025 tax levy (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2808, abatement for GO Bonds Series 2013A (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2809, abatement for GO Refunding Bonds Series 2015 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2810, abatement for GO Refunding Bonds Series 2016 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2811, abatement for Taxable GO Refunding Bonds Series 2019 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2812, abatement for Taxable GO Bonds Series 2020 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2813, amending Chapter 28 'Solid Waste' re pollution control facilities (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, minutes, and 2026 schedule (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review four standard financial reports at this meeting: the Summary Budget Report, the Check Register Report, the Monthly Treasurer’s Report, and the Investment Report. These documents provide year-to-date spending, revenue, and account balances for the Village of Rantoul’s General Fund.

General

The Rantoul Human Relations Committee is meeting to handle routine organizational business, including selecting a chairperson and vice chairperson, approving the 2026 meeting schedule, and receiving training on confidentiality and the Open Meetings Act. Members will also review term dates, a brochure about the committee's purpose, and proposed revisions to its bylaws. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Chairperson and Vice Chairperson selection
• 2026 Committee Schedule approval
• Open Meetings Act Training
• Committee Bylaws / Rules of Procedure Revision
• Brochure to inform the Village about HRC purpose and vision

The Rantoul Human Relations Committee approved its February 14, 2025 minutes with a name correction and agreed to postpone selecting a Chairperson until its next meeting. Members agreed to keep the Village liaison as Secretary and to select a Vice-Chairperson, and discussed updating bylaws on special meetings and scheduling future meetings. No other substantive decisions were recorded; several items were referred for follow-up.

• Approved February 14, 2025 minutes, conditioned on correcting Niki Pettit's name (Pettit 1st, Dixon 2nd)
• Agreed to postpone Chairperson selection to the next meeting
• Agreed to keep the Village of Rantoul liaison as committee Secretary
• Referred bylaws conflict on special-meeting call authority (Chair plus two members vs. Chair plus three) for review and update
• Moved setting a regular meeting schedule to the next meeting for further discussion
• Adjourned (Pettit 1st, Williams 2nd)

General

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy, as required by the Truth in Taxation law. The agenda includes public participation and trustee discussion, but no specific levy amount or decision is listed.

• Public hearing on property tax levy
• Public participation period

The Rantoul Village Board held a public hearing on December 2, 2025 on a tax levy rate increase for the 2025 Levy. The Mayor asked three times for public comment and none was given; neither the Mayor nor Trustees offered comments. The hearing was adjourned with no decisions recorded in these minutes.

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and prepare for action on the 2025 tax levy ordinance and several related bond abatement ordinances. The agenda also includes updates on the downtown reconstruction project, personnel reports, and approval of previous meeting minutes. The board may enter closed session to discuss employee matters and collective bargaining.

• Ordinance levying taxes for the 2025 tax levy year
• Ordinance authorizing abatement of tax levy for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2013A (Ordinance 2358)
• Ordinance authorizing abatement of tax levy for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2015 (Ordinance 2410)
• Ordinance authorizing abatement of tax levy for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2016 (Ordinance 2472)
• Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscaping Project Update

The Rantoul Board of Trustees held a study session on December 2, 2025. The board approved the meeting agenda 6-0 and voted 6-0 to enter closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, and real property matters. No substantive decisions were made on the tax levy, bond abatements, or other items, which were referred to a future board meeting. Public comment included a union representative stating employees voted unanimously to strike and filed for mediation.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Voted to enter closed session on personnel, collective bargaining, and real property (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will consider construction and equipment contracts, real estate conveyances, and resolutions at its November 12, 2025 meeting. Items include a change order for the Wastewater Treatment Plant, purchases for the New Prospect Substation Project, surplus property conveyance to Habitat for Humanity, and a public hearing for the tax levy. The meeting also includes routine consent items and public announcements.

• Construction Contract Change Order #4 for Wastewater Treatment Plant and Systems Project (Phase 1) with Grunloh Building Inc. for $125,946.31
• Purchase of structural steel for Electric Department New Prospect Substation Project from Rohn Products, LLC for $266,300.00 with a $13,315.00 contingency
• Purchase of two disconnect switches for Electric Department New Prospect Substation Project from MindCore Technologies (Electrorep) for $23,200.00 with a $1,160.00 contingency
• Ordinance 2806 authorizing conveyance of surplus real estate at 1176 Bel Air Drive and 436 Steffler Street to Habitat for Humanity
• Resolution 11-25-1444 approving landscape installation and maintenance contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc. in the amount of $40,000.00

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved a full agenda of spending and agreements at its November 12, 2025 regular meeting, all by 6-0 roll call votes. Actions included a $125,946.31 change order for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 1 project, a $266,300 structural steel purchase for the New Prospect Substation, and several resolutions covering an airport runway grant, a sidewalk project agreement, landscaping and insurance contracts, and the 2025 tax levy. The board also passed an ordinance conveying surplus village property at 1176 Bel Air Drive and 436 Steffler Street. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: bills, monthly financial reports, and October 7 and October 14 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Construction Contract Change Order #4 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 1 with Grunloh Building Inc., $125,946.31 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of structural steel for New Prospect Substation from Rohn Products, LLC, $266,300.00, with $13,315.00 contingency (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two disconnect switches for New Prospect Substation from MindCore Technologies (Electrorep), $23,200.00, with $1,160.00 contingency (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2806 conveying surplus village real estate at 1176 Bel Air Drive and 436 Steffler Street (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 11-25-1442, IDOT federal grant agreement for Rantoul National Aviation Center Runway 9-27 project (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 11-25-1443, local public agency agreement for Pleasant Acres Sidewalk Connections project (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the village's monthly financial reports for November 2025, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or proposals listed; it is solely for informational review of the village's financial status.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 99% of budget for Government Administration
• Recreation Department year-to-date expenditures at 108% of budget
• Pool Division year-to-date expenditures at 176% of budget
• Human Resources Division shows $30,479.88 in non-fixed equipment purchases, exceeding budget
• General Gov't Activ Div has $1,975,863.32 in encumbrances for fixed assets

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a study session to discuss and hear presentations on the audit report, a property tax levy, and multiple contracts and agreements, including sidewalk, runway, and substation projects. The board will also consider conveying surplus real estate and approving a landscaping contract.

• Ordinance to convey surplus real estate at 1176 Bel Air Drive and 436 Steffler Street
• Landscape installation and maintenance contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc. for $40,000
• Change order #4 for wastewater treatment plant project with Grunloh Building Inc. for $125,946.31
• Agreement for runway 9-27 rehabilitation at Rantoul Aviation Center with IDOT for $127,079.82
• Purchase of structural steel for New Prospect Substation from Rohn Products for $266,300

The Board approved the meeting agenda. The session focused on reviewing several proposed ordinances, contracts, and grant agreements that will be sent to the Board for final approval.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

General

The Rantoul Human Relations Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, selecting a chairperson, and reviewing its bylaws and Resolution 03-21-1329. The committee will also discuss ways to inform the village about its purpose and vision.

• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2023
• Chairperson selection
• Review of Committee Bylaws / Rules of Procedure
• Review of Resolution 03-21-1329
• Discussion on informing the village about HRC purpose and vision

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review financial reports, approve bills, and consider membership and retirement applications. Key actions include approving regular retirement benefits for two officers, accepting new members, and reviewing the actuarial valuation and tax levy request for the coming year.

• Approve regular retirement benefits for Justin Bouse and Greg Willard
• Applications for membership from Andrew Pratt, Connor Williams, and Benjamin Ruppert
• Review/Approve Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Review/Update Cash Management Policy
• Approval of Trustee Training Registration Fees and Reimbursable Expenses

General

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding its quarterly meeting. The board will set a date for sergeant promotional testing and consider approving a change to the eligibility list due to applicants' background status. The agenda is otherwise routine, with public comments, minutes approval, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Set date for Sergeant promotional testing
• Approval of change to eligibility list due to applicants' background status
• Next meeting scheduled for January 20, 2026

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners unanimously approved revised Rules & Regulations, including Section 2.3 on applicant eligibility after a background investigation. They also discussed potential Sergeant promotional testing dates, with a target of mid-November. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved minutes of July 15, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved revised Rules & Regulations Section 2.3 (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider two zoning ordinances: one to rezone property at 301 West Keal Avenue and another to amend the zoning code regarding self-storage facilities. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, public participation, and announcements about community events.

• Ordinance 2804: Rezoning petition #ZP25-2 for 301 West Keal Avenue
• Ordinance 2805: Zoning petition #ZP25-3 amending Chapter 46 for self-storage facilities
• Consent agenda: bills/financial report and meeting minutes
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Proclamation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Rantoul Village Board approved two zoning ordinances: Ordinance No. 2804, amending the official zoning map for 301 West Keal Avenue, passed 4-1 with Trustee Haines dissenting; Ordinance No. 2805, amending the zoning ordinance (Chapter 46), passed 5-0. The board also approved the consent agenda (bills, financial reports, and minutes) 5-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a proclamation, public announcements, and adjournment.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2804 (zoning map amendment for 301 West Keal Avenue) 4-1
• Approved Ordinance No. 2805 (zoning ordinance amendment, Chapter 46) 5-0
• Approved consent agenda (bills, financial reports, minutes) 5-0

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the village's monthly financial reports for October 2025, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The summary budget report shows year-to-date expenditures and encumbrances across departments, with some departments over budget. No action items are listed; this is a routine financial oversight item.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 103% of budget ($912,450.65 actual vs $889,580 budget)
• Recreation Department year-to-date expenditures at 115% of budget ($850,346.07 actual vs $742,064 budget)
• Pool Division expenditures at 206% of year-to-date budget ($224,505.26 actual vs $108,924 budget)
• Parks Maintenance Division expenditures at 102% of year-to-date budget ($239,867.40 actual vs $235,284 budget)
• General Gov't Activities Division encumbrances of $1,996,955.25 for fixed assets

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees holds a regular study session to review agenda items, hear proclamations, and receive department updates. The board will review two zoning petitions, including a rezoning request for 301 West Keal Avenue and proposed changes to rules for self-storage facilities. Several public events and department updates are also scheduled.

• Ordinance Approving Rezoning Petition #ZP25-2 for 301 West Keal Avenue
• Ordinance Approving Zoning Petition #ZP25-3 for self-storage/mini-warehouse regulations
• Oath of Office for Paramedic Jennifer Nierenhausen, Firefighter Jenna Wallace, and Firefighter Ulysseus Compton Jr.
• Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscaping Project Update
• Domestic Violence Awareness Event on October 15 at Youth Center

The Board of Trustees held a study session where no final votes were taken on substantive items. Two zoning matters were discussed and will go to the Board for approval: rezoning 301 West Keal Avenue from RC to R-3 for the Park District, and new restrictions on self-storage facilities. The Board also entered closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, and litigation.

• Approved agenda 5-0
• Moved rezoning petition ZP25-2 for 301 West Keal Avenue to Board for approval
• Moved zoning petition ZP25-3 for self-storage facility restrictions to Board for approval
• Entered closed session 5-0 for personnel, collective bargaining, and litigation

General

The Rantoul Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning petitions. One would rezone a Park District property for future development, and the other would amend the zoning ordinance regarding self-storage facilities. The commission is advisory to the Village Board.

• Rezoning Petition #ZP25-2: 301 W Keal Ave from RC Recreation to R-3 Single Family Duplex Residential
• Rezoning Petition #ZP25-3: Amend Table of Authorized Uses for self-storage facilities/mini-warehouses
• Approval of minutes from January 2, 2025 meeting

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on several contracts and ordinances, including a $219,670 purchase of circuit breakers for the Prospect Substation project, a $43,875 tree planting contract, and a development agreement with KTRM LLC. They will also consider ordinances on tenant complaints and general obligation bonds, and affirm appointments to various committees. The agenda includes routine consent items and public announcements.

• Contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc. for tree plantings at various locations, $43,875.00
• Purchase of two circuit breakers for Prospect Substation from Grid Solutions, LLC, $219,670.00 plus $10,630.00 contingency
• Ordinance 2802 amending tenant complaint process in Chapter 10 of Rantoul Code
• Ordinance 2803 authorizing issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2025
• Resolution 09-25-1440 approving development agreement with KTRM LLC (317 Scott Street)

The Rantoul Village Board unanimously approved several items, including a $43,875 tree planting contract, a $219,670 purchase of circuit breakers for the Prospect Substation, a master engineering services agreement, two ordinances (tenant complaint process and GO bonds), and a development agreement with KTRM, LLC. All votes were 6-0. The board also recognized first responders with cardiac arrest save awards and heard public comments on labor relations.

• Approved $43,875 tree planting contract with Deem Landscaping (6-0)
• Approved master engineering services agreement with Foth Infrastructure & Environment (6-0)
• Approved $219,670 purchase of two circuit breakers for Prospect Substation (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2802 amending tenant complaint process (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2803 authorizing GO bonds Series 2025 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9-25-1440 development agreement with KTRM, LLC (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9-25-1441 for Safe Routes to School grant application (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments and minutes (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the village's monthly financial reports for September 2025, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or proposals listed; it consists solely of receiving these financial documents.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 106% of annual budget, with encumbrances of $2,024,057.24
• Pool Division expenditures at 183% of year-to-date budget, with personnel services at 207%
• Parks Maintenance Division expenditures at 95% of year-to-date budget, with personnel at 122%
• General Government Activities Division encumbrances of $2,003,818.39 for fixed assets
• Recreation Department overall year-to-date expenditures at 106% of annual budget

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will meet to discuss various administrative, development, and infrastructure items. The agenda includes board appointments, a development agreement for 317 Scott Street, the issuance of 2025 General Obligation Bonds, and several service and construction contracts.

• Development agreement with KTRM LLC for 317 Scott Street
• Contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc for $43,875.00 for tree plantings
• Purchase of circuit breakers from Grid Solutions, LLC for $219,670.00
• Ordinance for the issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2025
• Grant application for Safe Routes To School at Eater Junior High

This was a study session; no final votes were taken. The Board reviewed several items slated for future approval, including an $18,000,000 general obligation bond for capital projects, a development agreement with KTRM, LLC for an eight-unit apartment building at 317 Scott Street, and a $43,875 contract for tree plantings. Public comments supported the apartment development.

• Agenda approved (6-0)
• Reviewed $18M General Obligation Bond Series 2025 for capital projects including new electric substation
• Reviewed Development Agreement with KTRM, LLC for 8 apartments at 317 Scott Street with $40,000 incentive
• Reviewed Ordinance 2803 on tenant complaint process
• Reviewed $43,875 contract with Deem Landscaping for grant-funded tree plantings
• Reviewed Resolution 9-25-1441 for Safe Routes to School grant application ($250,000)
• Reviewed purchase of two circuit breakers for $219,670 for New Prospect Substation
• Reviewed Master Service Agreement with Foth Infrastructure for GFL transfer station consulting

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve routine items, authorize contracts, and consider ordinances. Key decisions include a sidewalk construction agreement, a temporary moratorium on storage unit developments, and appointments to several advisory committees.

• Engineering agreement for Pleasant Acres sidewalk connections with Hutchison Engineering, Inc for $146,990.00
• Contract for South Garrard Street construction with Midwest Asphalt Company for $96,839.75
• Ordinance 2801 imposing temporary moratorium on storage unit developments
• Ordinance 2802 authorizing conveyance of Fire Department 1993 Ford F250 XLT
• Resolution 08-25-1440 approving development agreement with KTRM LLC at 317 Scott Street

The Board approved an engineering agreement for the Pleasant Acres sidewalk project and a construction contract for South Garrard Street. An ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on self-storage facilities died for lack of a motion. The Board also passed an ordinance authorizing the conveyance of a fire department pickup truck.

• Approved $146,990 engineering agreement for Pleasant Acres sidewalk project (6-0)
• Approved $96,839.75 construction contract for South Garrard Street with Midwest Asphalt (6-0)
• Ordinance imposing temporary moratorium on self-storage facilities died for lack of a motion
• Passed Ordinance No. 2802 authorizing conveyance of fire department pickup truck (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments to multiple committees (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will receive the monthly financial reports for August 2025, 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 expenditures exceed budget in several departments (e.g., General Gov't Activities at 131% of annual budget)
• Pool Division personnel costs at 110% of annual budget
• Parks Maintenance Division personnel costs at 112% of annual budget
• Encumbrances noted for General Gov't Activities ($2,023,829.11) and Parks Maintenance ($48,887.00)

General

The Rantoul Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April and hold a public hearing on the draft 2024 CDBG CAPER (Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report), followed by committee comments. This is a routine meeting with one substantive item: the CDBG report.

• Public hearing on Draft 2024 CDBG CAPER
• Committee comments on 2024 CDBG CAPER
• Approval of April 28, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss several items, including a development agreement with KTRM LLC, an engineering services agreement for the Pleasant Acres sidewalk project, a bid for South Garrard Street construction, and a proposed ordinance to impose a moratorium on storage unit developments. The board will also consider appointments, minutes, and the sale of surplus fire equipment.

• Resolution authorizing a development agreement with KTRM LLC
• Engineering services agreement with Hutchison Engineering for Pleasant Acres Neighborhood Sidewalk Connections Project, not to exceed $146,990.00
• Bid acceptance and contract with Midwest Asphalt Company for South Garrard Street construction, $96,839.75
• Ordinance to impose moratorium on storage unit developments
• Sale of surplus fire equipment

The Board of Trustees held a study session and reviewed several items for future action, including a development agreement for an 8-unit apartment project, an engineering agreement for sidewalk construction, a road construction bid, and a proposed moratorium on storage unit developments. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were scheduled to go to the Board for approval at a later meeting. The meeting was procedural, with no decisions made.

• Agenda approved (6-0)
• Meeting adjourned (6-0)
• Fire department request to sell 1993 Ford pickup truck referred to Board
• Development agreement with KTRM, LLC for 317 Scott Street referred to Board
• Engineering services agreement with Hutchison Engineering for sidewalk project referred to Board
• Bid from Midwest Asphalt for South Garrard Street construction referred to Board
• Ordinance to impose moratorium on storage unit developments referred to Board

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 policy items such as the cash management policy, actuarial funding policy, and board officer elections.

• Approve regular retirement benefits for Justin Bouse
• Applications for membership from Malik Evans and John Sexton
• Military buyback for Thane Jackson
• Unpaid breaks in service for Ashley Heath
• Review preliminary actuarial valuation

Fire and Police Commission

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commission is holding its quarterly meeting. The agenda includes updates on the hiring process, discussion of sergeant promotional testing, and review of the eligibility list regarding previous applicants' background status. No old business is noted.

• Update on hiring process
• Discussion of Sergeant promotional testing
• Discussion of eligibility list pertaining to previous applicants' background status

The Rantoul Fire and Police Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its April 15, 2025 meeting. The board discussed a conditional offer to a police applicant pending exams and noted that the sergeant promotional list expires in December. No new rules were adopted, but an amendment regarding reapplication eligibility was proposed for the October meeting.

• Approved minutes of the April 15, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:12 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several financial and administrative items, including a new grocery tax, utility fee changes, and a $263,000 engineering agreement. The board will also approve routine consent agenda items and take oaths for four new firefighters.

• Engineering agreement with BHMG Engineers for Prospect Substation Feeder Exits, $263,000
• Purchase of two FLYGT submersible pumps for Pump Station #1543, $66,785.51 plus $10,000 contingency
• Ordinance 2799: municipal grocery retailers' occupation tax effective Jan 1, 2026
• Ordinance 2801: amending electric utility service charges, fees, and rates
• Appointments of Janet Gray and Deputy Chief Christina Reifsteck as FOIA officers

The Rantoul Village Board approved a new municipal grocery retailers' occupation tax effective January 1, 2026, and passed several other items including engineering contracts, pump purchases, and a bank signatory resolution. However, Ordinance No. 2800, which would have added administrative adjudication to the village code, failed on a 2-3 vote. The board also approved the consent agenda and other routine items.

• Approved engineering agreement for Prospect Substation Feeder Exits with BHMG Engineers, Inc. ($263,000) (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two FLYGT Submersible Pumps for Pump Station #1543 ($66,785.51 plus $10,000 contingency) (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2799 implementing municipal grocery retailers' occupation tax (effective Jan 1, 2026) (5-0)
• Failed Ordinance No. 2800 adding administrative adjudication to village code (2-3)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2801 amending electric utility rates (5-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 7-25-1438 adding a bank signatory for village accounts (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including FOIA officer appointments and minutes (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing the village's monthly financial reports for July 2025, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items or public hearings listed.

• General Fund budget shows $2,223,956 total budget with $153,703.40 spent year-to-date (7%)
• Recreation Department spent $129,625.07 of $2,226,676 budget (6%)
• General Gov't Activities division has $2,064,981.50 in encumbrances, exceeding budget by $316,345.09
• Pool Division spent $20,159.10 of $326,852 budget (6%)
• Parks Maintenance Division spent $42,306.65 of $705,930 budget (6%)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will hold a regular study session to review draft minutes, discuss ordinances, and consider contracts. Items include a new village code article, grocery taxes, and purchases for public works, fire department, and police department. The meeting also includes announcements of local events.

• Appointment of Village Freedom of Information Officer
• Ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Village Code to add Article VI 'Administrative Adjudication'
• Ordinance implementing Municipal Grocery Retailers' Occupation Tax and Municipal Grocery Service Occupation Tax effective January 1, 2026
• Engineering agreement with BHMG Engineers, Inc. for Prospect Substation Feeder Exits ($263,000.00)
• Purchase of replacement dump truck from JX Truck Center ($179,091.15) and two FLYGT Submersible Pumps ($66,785.51) for Pump Station #1543

The Board of Trustees held a study session and selected Option C for electric rates, which includes a 4.5% increase in November 2025 and 4.5% each May from 2026 through 2030. They also discussed several items for future approval, including an engineering agreement for the Prospect Substation, pump purchases, and ordinances on administrative adjudication and a grocery tax. No formal votes were taken on these items; they will be brought to the Board for approval at a later meeting.

• Selected Option C: 4.5% electric rate increase in Nov 2025 and each May 2026-2030
• Removed dump truck purchase from agenda (6-0)
• Approved agenda with removal of Item 14-C (6-0)
• Entered closed session to review closed meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on several contracts and ordinances, including a $509,307 change order for the Prospect Substation upgrade, a $63,400 engineering agreement for a wastewater monitoring study, and a $87,000 real estate purchase. They will also consider ordinances on solid waste and creating an EMT classification, plus a host community agreement with Area Disposal Service. The meeting includes public participation and a closed session for employee matters.

• Prospect Substation Upgrade Change Order #1 for $509,307 (total $2,347,462) from Powercon Corp.
• Engineering Service Agreement with Donohue & Associates for Wastewater Industrial Monitoring - Local Limits Technical Evaluation, not to exceed $63,400
• Ordinance 2796 amending Chapter 28 'Solid Waste' regarding pollution control facilities
• Ordinance 2797 creating an Emergency Medical Technician classification for the Fire Department
• Ordinance 2798 authorizing purchase of real estate from JKL Farmland, LLC for $87,000

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved a series of spending items, ordinances and a resolution on June 10, 2025, all by 5-0 votes with Trustee Robertson absent. Approved items included a $24,000 ballistics software grant agreement, a $63,400 engineering agreement for a wastewater monitoring evaluation, and a $509,307 change order for the Prospect Substation switchgear redesign. The board also passed three ordinances and a host community agreement with Area Disposal Service, Inc., then entered closed session on a personnel matter and adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0, Robertson absent)
• Approved consent agenda by omnibus vote, including bills, monthly financial reports and minutes of the May 6 special meeting, May 6 study session and May 13 regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved grant agreement with Illinois Law Enforcement Training for Ballistics IQ Software and Master Agreement from Evidence IQ, Inc. ($24,000.00) (5-0)
• Approved engineering service agreement with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for the Wastewater Industrial Monitoring - Local Limits Technical Evaluation Project, not-to-exceed $63,400.00 (5-0)
• Approved Prospect Substation Upgrade Change Order #1 for switchgear redesign from Powercon Corp., $509,307.00, for a total cost of $2,347,462.00 (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2796 amending Chapter 28 'Solid Waste' regarding pollution control facilities (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2797 amending Article II of Chapter 16 'Fire Department' to create an Emergency Medical Technician classification (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 2798 authorizing a contract for the purchase of real estate (JKL Farmland, LLC) (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the village's monthly financial reports for June 2025, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or proposals listed; it serves to inform trustees of the village's financial position.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 53% of annual budget
• Recreation Department year-to-date expenditures at 86% of annual budget
• General Government Activities division shows $3.46M unencumbered budget balance
• Pool Division spent 96% of annual budget year-to-date
• Youth Center Division has $113,112 budgeted for fixed assets with no spending

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will hold a study session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a $509,307 change order for the Prospect Substation upgrade, a $63,400 engineering agreement for a wastewater monitoring study, and a host community agreement with Area Disposal Service. The board will also consider an ordinance creating an EMT classification for the fire department and receive updates on the downtown reconstruction project. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property acquisition.

• Prospect Substation Upgrade Change Order #1 from Powercon Corp. for $509,307.00 (total $2,347,462.00)
• Engineering Service Agreement with Donohue & Associates for Wastewater Industrial Monitoring - Local Limits Technical Evaluation, not to exceed $63,400.00
• Host Community Agreement between Area Disposal Service, Inc. and the Village of Rantoul
• Ordinance Amending Chapter 16 to create Emergency Medical Technician classification for Fire Department
• Ordinance 2796 amending Chapter 28 'Solid Waste' regarding pollution control facilities

The Rantoul Village Board held a study session on June 3, 2025, where no formal votes were taken on substantive items. Several items were presented for future board approval, including a $24,999 police grant for ballistics software, an ordinance to create an EMT classification, a $63,400 engineering agreement for wastewater monitoring, a $509,307 change order for the Prospect Substation upgrade, and a host community agreement with Area Disposal Service. The board also entered closed session to discuss real property acquisition.

• Approved agenda 6-0
• Entered closed session to discuss real property purchase (5-1)
• Adjourned meeting 6-0
• Police grant request for $24,999 to be considered
• EMT classification ordinance to be considered
• Engineering agreement for $63,400 to be considered
• Change order for $509,307 to be considered
• Host community agreement with Area Disposal Service to be considered

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on several expenditures, including a new emergency warning siren, a police interceptor vehicle, and engineering agreements for airport and wastewater projects. They will also consider a resolution approving the Community Development Block Grant 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan. The meeting includes ceremonial items like oaths of office and proclamations.

• Purchase of emergency warning siren for 400 block of West Grove Avenue (Rudzinski Memorial Park) from Global Technical Systems, Inc. for $37,829.09
• Purchase of 2025 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor from Shields Auto Group, not-to-exceed $66,397.00
• Engineering service agreement for Runway Safety Area Improvements, Drainage, and Lighting for Runway 9/27 & 18/36 with Hanson Professional Services, not-to-exceed $196,275.00 (Village share $9,813.75)
• Construction engineering services agreement for Wastewater Treatment Plant and Systems Project, Phase II with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for $683,110.00
• Resolution approving Community Development Block Grant 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved several purchases and contracts at its May 13, 2025 meeting, including a $683,110 construction engineering services agreement for the Wastewater Treatment Plant and Systems Project, Phase II with Donohue & Associates, Inc. The board also approved an emergency warning siren for Rudzinski Memorial Park, a police vehicle, airport runway engineering services, and the Community Development Block Grant 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan. All votes were 6-0, with no closed session held. The meeting included proclamations, police and firefighter oath ceremonies, and public announcements.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills and monthly financial reports (6-0)
• Approved purchase of emergency warning siren for 400 Block West Grove Avenue (Rudzinski Memorial Park) from Global Technical Systems, Inc. for $37,829.09 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor from Shields Auto Group not-to-exceed $66,397.00 (6-0)
• Approved engineering service agreement with Hanson Professional Services for runway safety area improvements not-to-exceed $196,275.00, Village share $9,813.75 (6-0)
• Approved construction engineering services agreement with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase II for $683,110.00 (6-0)
• Passed CD Resolution No. 304 approving Community Development Block Grant 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:35 PM (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the monthly financial reports for May 2025, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. The agenda is procedural, with no decisions or proposals listed.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 52% of budget
• Recreation Department year-to-date expenditures at 84% of budget
• Pool Division year-to-date expenditures at 97% of budget
• General Government Activities Division has $3.27M unencumbered balance
• Human Resources Division over budget by $13,240.42 year-to-date

General

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a special meeting to certify election results, install newly elected officials, and recognize outgoing ones. The board will also approve appointments for several key administrative positions, including the village administrator, police chief, and fire chief.

• Certification of election results by Village Clerk
• Installation of Mayor Samuel Hall III and Trustees Loise Haines, Donald Robertson, and Mike Graham
• Appointment of Scott Eisenhauer as Village Administrator
• Appointment of Anthony Brown as Chief of Police
• Appointment of Chad Smith as Fire Chief

The Rantoul Village Board held a special meeting to install newly elected officials, including Village Clerk Janet Gray, President Samuel Hall III, and Trustees Loise Haines, Donald Robertson, and Mike Graham. The board recognized outgoing officials Irene Weathersby, Samuel Hall II, and Mayor Charles Smith for their service. By omnibus vote, the board approved the appointment of six key village staff members, including the Village Administrator and Chief of Police.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 1, 2025 Study Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 8, 2025 Board Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Installed Janet Gray as Village Clerk
• Installed Samuel Hall III as Village President
• Installed Trustees Loise Haines, Donald Robertson, and Mike Graham
• Approved consent agenda appointing Scott Eisenhauer, Anthony Brown, Chad Smith, Angela Schultz, Luke Humphrey, and Jacob McCoy (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially approve several purchases and contracts, including a new emergency siren, a police interceptor vehicle, and a construction engineering agreement for the wastewater treatment plant. They will also review a Community Development Block Grant plan and get an update on the downtown reconstruction project. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Purchase of emergency warning siren for 400 block of West Grove Avenue (Rudzinski Memorial Park) from Global Technical Systems, Inc. for $37,829.09
• Purchase of 2025 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor from Shields Auto Group, not to exceed $66,397.00
• Construction engineering services agreement for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase II with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for $683,110.00
• Engineering services for runway safety area improvements at Runway 9/27 & 18/36 with Hanson Professional Services, not to exceed $196,275.00 (Village share $9,813.75)
• Resolution approving Community Development Block Grant 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan

The Rantoul Board of Trustees held a study session to review proposed department purchases, engineering agreements, and grant plans that will be sent to the Board for formal approval. The board approved the agenda and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

General

The Rantoul Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to hold a public hearing on the draft 2025-2029 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Plan and to review and make a recommendation on it. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a July 2024 meeting. This is a routine meeting with one substantive item: the CDBG plan.

• Public hearing on draft 2025-2029 CDBG Consolidated Plan
• Review and recommendation on proposed 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan
• Approval of minutes from July 30, 2024 meeting

General

The Rantoul Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing financial and investment reports, and discussing applications for membership or benefits. The board will also certify election results for active member positions and consider updates to its rules and regulations.

• Certify Board Election Results – Active Member Positions
• Discussion/Possible Action – Rules and Regulations
• Approval of Trustee Training Registration Fees and Reimbursable Expenses
• Annual Independent Medical Examination – Marcus Beach
• Review/Update – Cash Management Policy

Fire and Police Commission

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold its quarterly meeting to review attendance, public comments, and approve minutes. No old business is noted, and a hiring process update is scheduled under new business.

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met on April 15, 2025 and voted unanimously to approve the minutes of its January 14, 2025 regular meeting. Deputy Chief Rodney Sullivan told the Board that new hires Malik Evans and John Sexton will start Monday, April 21 and attend PTI in May, and that the department hopes to hire 2-3 more officers by the end of the year, with oral interview dates to be requested in June. Chief Tony Brown said plans for Sergeant promotional testing can be discussed at the July quarterly meeting. The meeting adjourned at 1:06 p.m.; the next quarterly meeting is set for Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the January 14, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 1:06 p.m. (unanimous)
• No action taken on new hires; Deputy Chief Sullivan reported Malik Evans and John Sexton start April 21
• No action taken on hiring plans; department hopes to hire 2-3 more officers by end of year, oral interview dates to be requested in June
• No action taken on Sergeant promotional testing; Chief Brown said it can be discussed at the July quarterly meeting

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider several contracts and the annual budget for fiscal year 2025-26. Key items include a construction contract for the Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path, an engineering agreement for downtown reconstruction, and a budget ordinance. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and public announcements.

• Contract with SNC Construction, Inc. for Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path Extension: $459,479.09
• Engineering services agreement with Hutchison Engineering, Inc. for Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscaping: up to $225,000
• Amendment to Stormwater System Master Plan engineering agreement with Donohue & Associates, Inc.: increase of $14,485 (total up to $98,785)
• Service agreement with Merrell Bros, Inc. for biosolids disposal: $72,347.44
• Ordinance 2795 approving FY2025-26 annual budget

The Rantoul Board of Trustees approved the annual budget for fiscal year 2025-26 and authorized several construction and engineering contracts. The board voted unanimously to approve a $459,479.09 contract for the Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path Extension and a $225,000 agreement for Downtown Reconstruction engineering services. Additionally, the board passed resolutions regarding committed funds and a transfer of funds for a negative balance in the previous fiscal year.

• Approved FY 2025-26 Annual Budget (Ordinance No. 2795) (6-0)
• Approved $459,479.09 contract with SNC Construction for Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path Extension (6-0)
• Approved $225,000 not-to-exceed agreement with Hutchison Engineering for Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscaping (6-0)
• Approved $98,785.00 amendment with Donohue & Associates for Stormwater System Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved $72,347.44 service agreement with Merrell Bros, Inc. for liquid biosolids disposal (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 4-25-1435 outlining committed funds for FY 2025-2026 (6-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 4-25-1436 authorizing fund transfer for negative balance in FY 2024-2025 (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees is reviewing the village's monthly financial reports for April 2025, 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 personnel services at 104% of budget year-to-date
• Human Resources other purchased services at 192% of budget
• Pool division supplies at 529% of monthly budget
• General Gov't Activities fixed asset purchases at $1,107,344.50 year-to-date
• Recreation Department overall at 87% of annual budget

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will hold a study session to discuss and review several contracts and agreements, including construction for the Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path and engineering services for the Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscaping Project. The board will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and related fund resolutions. Public participation is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Contract with SNC Construction, Inc. for Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path Extension: $459,479.09
• Agreement with Hutchison Engineering, Inc. for Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscaping engineering: not-to-exceed $225,000.00
• Engineering agreement amendment with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for Stormwater System Master Plan: not-to-exceed $98,785.00
• Service agreement with Merrell Bros, Inc. for biosolids pumping/transport/disposal: $72,347.44
• Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget discussion and fund transfer resolutions

The Board held a study session and reviewed several contracts for future approval, including a $459,479.09 construction contract for the Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path Extension, a $225,000 engineering services agreement for the Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscaping Project, a $98,785 amendment for the Stormwater System Master Plan, and a $72,347.44 service agreement for liquid biosolids disposal. No formal votes were taken on these items; they are scheduled for the next Board meeting. The Board also discussed the FY 2025-26 budget, including a $40,000 reduction in the police vehicle purchase and the addition of an outdoor storm warning siren, with no change to the bottom line.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Proclaimed April 25, 2025 as Arbor Day
• Reviewed contract with SNC Construction for Veterans Parkway Shared Use Path Extension ($459,479.09) - to go to Board
• Reviewed agreement with Hutchison Engineering for Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscaping ($225,000) - to go to Board
• Reviewed amendment with Donohue & Associates for Stormwater System Master Plan ($98,785) - to go to Board
• Reviewed service agreement with Merrell Brothers for liquid biosolids disposal ($72,347.44) - to go to Board
• Discussed FY 2025-26 budget with police vehicle reduction and storm siren addition

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board of Trustees will meet March 11 at 6:00 PM to conduct routine business and vote on several expenditures and ordinances. The board will consider a $6,088,500 transformer purchase for the new Prospect Substation, a $55,637 local agency agreement for the US 136 and Murray Road intersection upgrade, and approval of ordinances including a wastewater loan and sale of 906 Eagle Drive.

• Authorize $6,088,500 purchase of three 20 MVA transformers for Prospect Substation with $100,000 contingency
• Approve $55,637 local agency agreement for US 136 and Murray Road intersection upgrade with IDOT
• Approve Ordinance 2793 authorizing loan for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase II
• Approve Ordinance 2794 authorizing sale of 906 Eagle Drive
• Approve Resolution 03-25-1429 appropriating $225,000 in motor fuel tax funds for street maintenance

The Rantoul Village Board approved several expenditures and ordinances, including a $6,088,500 purchase of three transformers for the new Prospect Substation, a $55,637 agreement for an intersection upgrade, and a $225,000 motor fuel tax appropriation. They also passed ordinances for a wastewater treatment loan and the sale of real estate at 906 Eagle Drive, plus resolutions for parade road closures and a property tax appeal intervention. All votes were unanimous 6-0.

• Approved $6,088,500 purchase of three 20 MVA transformers for Prospect Substation (6-0)
• Approved $55,637 Local Agency Agreement for US 136 and Murray Road intersection upgrade (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2793 authorizing wastewater treatment plant loan agreement (6-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2794 authorizing sale of real estate at 906 Eagle Drive (6-0)
• Passed Resolution 03-25-1429 appropriating $225,000 in motor fuel tax funds (6-0)
• Passed Resolutions 03-25-1430, 1431, 1432 for temporary road closures for parades (6-0 each)
• Passed Resolution 03-25-1433 authorizing intervention in property tax appeal (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills and minutes (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the monthly financial reports for March 2025, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. These reports detail the village's revenues and expenditures across various departments, such as government administration and recreation. The agenda is purely informational, with no decisions or proposals listed.

• General Fund budget report shows year-to-date expenditures at 55% of annual budget
• Recreation Department year-to-date expenditures at 90% of annual budget
• Pool Division has spent 107% of its annual budget year-to-date
• Human Resources Division has spent 126% of its annual budget year-to-date
• General Gov't Activities Division has spent 50% of its annual budget year-to-date

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a large equipment purchase, road improvement agreements, and the upcoming fiscal year budget. The agenda includes resolutions for parade road closures, a loan agreement for wastewater treatment, and a property tax appeal intervention. The board may also enter closed session to discuss employee matters, property sale, and litigation.

• Authorize purchase of three 20 MVA transformers for Prospect Substation from Virginia Transformer Corp for $6,088,500 plus $100,000 contingency
• Local Agency Agreement with IDOT for US 136 and Murray Road intersection upgrade, not to exceed $55,637
• Resolution appropriating $225,000 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for street maintenance
• Ordinance authorizing loan agreement for Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase II
• Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget Presentation

The Rantoul Board of Trustees held a study session on March 4, 2025. The board amended the agenda (6-0) and entered closed session on personnel, property sale/lease, and litigation matters (6-0), returning to open session before adjourning. Public Works and the Administrator presented several items for future approval, including a $6,088,500 transformer purchase, an $11,000,000 wastewater loan, parade road-closure resolutions, and a proposed FY 2025-26 budget. The minutes record no votes approving these substantive items; they were presented as requests, with the budget set for a hearing April 1 and board action April 8.

• Amended agenda to move item 14G to 14A and reletter Public Works items (6-0)
• Entered closed session on employee matters, property sale/lease, and litigation (6-0)
• Returned to open session and adjourned at 7:56 pm
• No vote recorded on $6,088,500 transformer purchase request
• No vote recorded on $11,000,000 wastewater treatment loan (Ordinance 2793)
• No vote recorded on parade road-closure resolutions 03-25-1430, 1431, 1432
• No vote recorded on IDOT agreement up to $55,637 for US 136/Murray Road
• No vote recorded on Motor Fuel Tax appropriation of $225,000 (Resolution 03-25-1429)

General

The Rantoul Storm Drainage Committee is meeting to consider the Stormwater System Master Plan. The agenda also includes approval of the December 4, 2024 minutes and public participation. No other substantive items are listed.

• Consideration of Stormwater System Master Plan
• Approval of minutes from December 4, 2024

General

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including a resolution to reallocate American Rescue Plan Act funds and multiple contracts related to the Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscape Project. The most significant action is a proposed $5,179,573.75 construction contract with Midwest Asphalt Company, plus a $125,000 contingency, along with related water feature purchases and installation agreements.

• Resolution 02-25-1429 reallocating American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Contract with Midwest Asphalt Company for Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscape Project: $5,179,573.75 plus $125,000 contingency
• Purchase of Downtown Plaza water feature materials from Vortex Aquatic Structures: $82,473.70
• Installation agreement for Downtown Plaza water feature with Team REIL Inc.: $89,900.00

The Board approved a major construction contract for downtown reconstruction and streetscape work. Additional approvals were granted for a water feature's materials and installation. The Board also passed a resolution to reallocate ARPA funds.

• Approved $5,179,573.75 contract with Midwest Asphalt Company for Downtown Reconstruction & Streetscape Project plus $125,000.00 contingency (5-0)
• Approved $82,473.70 purchase of materials for Downtown Plaza Water Feature from Vortex Aquatic Structures (4-1)
• Approved $89,900.00 agreement with Team REIL Inc. for installation of Downtown Plaza Water Feature (4-1)
• Passed Resolution No. 02-25-1429 reallocating American Rescue Plan Act funds (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will consider three ordinances: one adding administrative adjudication to the village code, one authorizing the sale of real estate at 301 N Century Blvd, and one approving a depository for workers' compensation. The consent agenda includes routine approvals of bills and minutes. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Ordinance 2791: Amends Chapter 2 'Administration' to add Article VI 'Administrative Adjudication'
• Ordinance 2792: Authorizes agreement for sale of real estate at 301 N Century Blvd
• Ordinance 2793: Approves depository and account for workers' compensation
• Consent agenda: Bills/financial report, minutes from Jan 7 and Jan 14 meetings
• Mayoral proclamation: Robbie Walker Day

The Rantoul Village Board voted 3-2 against Ordinance No. 2791, which would have added an administrative adjudication article to the village code. The board approved the sale of village-owned real estate at 301 N. Century Blvd. and approved a workers' compensation depository agreement. All other items were routine approvals.

• Ordinance No. 2791 (administrative adjudication) failed 3-2
• Ordinance No. 2792 (sale of real estate at 301 N. Century Blvd.) approved 4-0
• Ordinance No. 2793 (workers' compensation depository) approved 4-0
• Consent agenda (bills, minutes) approved 4-0
• Agenda approved 4-0
• Meeting adjourned 4-0

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the monthly financial reports for February 2025, including the summary budget report, check register, treasurer's report, and investment report. These reports detail the village's revenues and expenditures across various departments, such as government administration and recreation. The agenda is purely informational, with no action items or public hearings listed.

• General Fund year-to-date expenditures at 48% of annual budget
• Recreation Department year-to-date expenditures at 91% of annual budget
• Pool Division year-to-date expenditures at 119% of annual budget
• Parks Maintenance Division year-to-date expenditures at 100% of annual budget
• General Government Activities Division has $3.84 million unencumbered balance

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss several items, including an ordinance to approve the sale of real estate at 301 N Century Blvd, an ordinance adding administrative adjudication to the village code, and a resolution to open a new bank account for workers' compensation claims. They will also receive updates on the Downtown Streetscape Project and other routine matters.

• Ordinance authorizing agreement for sale of real estate at 301 N Century Blvd
• Ordinance amending Chapter 2 to add Article VI 'Administrative Adjudication'
• Resolution to open additional bank account at Bank of Rantoul for workers' compensation claims
• Downtown Streetscape Project update
• Mayoral proclamation for American Heart Month / Go Red for Women

The Board held a study session with no formal votes. They heard updates on the Downtown Streetscape Project (four bids received, special meeting requested for Feb 18), a proposed sale of 301 N Century Blvd to Imperial Contracting for $7,500, and an ordinance to add administrative adjudication for code violations. These items will be considered at future board meetings.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Heard update on Downtown Streetscape Project; special meeting requested for Feb 18
• Heard proposal to sell 301 N Century Blvd to Imperial Contracting for $7,500
• Heard ordinance to add administrative adjudication for code violations
• Heard resolution to open new bank account for workers' comp claims

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 considering a new membership application. They will also discuss cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners and trustee training expenses.

• Approval of bills and monthly financial report from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Review of cash management policy
• Application for membership from Kyle Nierenhausen
• Approve annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Review trustee term expirations and election procedures

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Board of Trustees will review the monthly financial reports for January 2025, 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 at 58% of year lapsed
• Check register report
• Monthly treasurer's report
• Investment report

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including new demolition requirements, selling surplus property at 1108 Fairlawn Drive, two zoning map amendments, a landscaping contract, and an EMS agreement. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a closed session to discuss litigation.

• Ordinance 2787: Adds demolition requirements to Village Code Chapter 10
• Ordinance 2788: Authorizes conveyance of surplus real estate at 1108 Fairlawn Drive
• Ordinance 2789: Zoning map amendment for 626 West Champaign Avenue
• Ordinance 2790: Zoning map amendment for 701 West Chandler Road
• Resolution 01-25-1425: $38,916 landscaping contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc.

The Rantoul Village Board approved four ordinances and two resolutions, all by 6-0 votes. These included amending demolition requirements, conveying surplus property at 1108 Fairlawn Drive, rezoning properties at 626 W. Champaign Ave. and 701 W. Chandler Road, and approving service contracts with Deem Landscaping, Inc. and Arrow Ambulance, LLC. The board also entered closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approved Ordinance 2787 amending demolition requirements (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2788 authorizing conveyance of surplus property at 1108 Fairlawn Drive (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2789 amending zoning map for 626 W. Champaign Ave. (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2790 amending zoning map for 701 W. Chandler Road (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 01-25-1425 with Deem Landscaping, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1-25-1427 with Arrow Ambulance, LLC (6-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss pending litigation (6-0)

General

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting quarterly to discuss the police and fire hiring process, approve the proposed FY25-26 budget, and schedule oral interviews for February. The agenda includes public comments and approval of minutes, with no old business noted.

• Update on hiring process
• Approval of proposed FY25-26 budget
• Schedule oral interviews for February

The Rantoul Board of Fire and Police Commissioners unanimously approved the proposed FY25-26 budget, which includes an additional $2,000 for sergeant testing. The board also approved the minutes from the October 15, 2024 meeting. Updates on new hires were provided, including two officers completing their field training and one resignation.

• Approved FY25-26 budget (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 15, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

General

The Rantoul Local Electoral Board will hold a hearing to review an objection filed against a petition asking whether trustees should be elected village-wide instead of by districts. The clerk will present the case, followed by arguments from both the objectors and the petition submitters, before the board makes a decision.

• Objection filed by Jack Anderson and Wendell Golston to petition on trustee election method
• Public Question on abandoning district-based trustee elections
• Case presentation and rebuttals scheduled for objectors and petition submitters

Board of Trustees

The Rantoul Village Board is holding a study session to discuss several ordinances and contracts, including new demolition requirements, two rezoning petitions, a landscaping contract, and an EMS agreement. No final votes are expected at this study session; items will likely be brought to a future regular board meeting.

• Ordinance adding demolition requirements for buildings to Village Code Chapter 10
• Ordinance authorizing conveyance of surplus real estate at 1108 Fairlawn Drive
• Rezoning petition ZP24-2 for 626 West Champaign Avenue
• Rezoning petition ZP25-1 for 701 West Chandler Road
• Landscape installation and maintenance contract with Deem Landscaping, Inc. for $38,916.00

The Rantoul Board of Trustees held a regular study session to review proposed ordinances for demolition requirements, surplus property donation, and two rezoning petitions. The board also reviewed a landscape maintenance contract and an ambulance service agreement. All items were presented for future approval rather than being voted on during this session.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Administered oath to new firefighter Toby Brinkman
• Reviewed ordinance for demolition requirements (no vote taken)
• Reviewed ordinance to donate 1108 Fairlawn Drive to Habitat for Humanity (no vote taken)
• Reviewed rezoning petition ZP24-2 for 626 West Champaign Avenue (no vote taken)
• Reviewed rezoning petition ZP25-1 for 701 West Chandler Road (no vote taken)
• Reviewed $38,916 landscaping contract with Deem Landscaping (no vote taken)
• Reviewed 4-year EMS agreement with Carle Arrow Ambulance (no vote taken)

General

The Rantoul Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning petitions. One seeks to rezone 626 W Champaign Ave from residential to commercial, and the other to rezone 701 W Chandler Road from agricultural to industrial. The commission is advisory to the Village Board.

• Rezoning Petition #ZP24-2: 626 W Champaign Ave from R-1 Single Family Residential to C-2 General Commercial
• Rezoning Petition #ZP25-1: 701 W Chandler Road from AG Agriculture to I-2 General Industrial
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2024 meeting