Shorewood public meetings in 2021
39 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is meeting to review a tax levy ordinance and several infrastructure payments. The board will also consider a bid award for well rehabilitation and set the 2022 meeting schedule.
- Ordinance for the Levy and Collection of Taxes for fiscal year April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022
- Bid award to Layne Christensen not to exceed $480,092.00 for Well #8 Rehabilitation
- Payment of $1,323,418.50 to Pacific Construction for the New Public Works Facility
- Payment of $12,000.00 to Baltz Farms, Inc. for 2021 Leaf Disposal
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $807,083.15
Special Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Village of Shorewood is holding a special meeting to discuss building inspections and a comprehensive plan update. The body will also review a water presentation and receive an update on the new public works facility.
- Building inspection discussion
- Comprehensive Plan Update
- Water presentation
- Update on New Public Works Facility
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The committee will receive updates on the village's Comprehensive Plan and the Sustainable Water Source Project. Discussions are also scheduled regarding building inspections and the new Public Works Facility.
- Building Inspection discussion
- Comprehensive Plan update
- New Public Works Facility update
- Sustainable Water Source Project update
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will discuss an employment agreement for Phillip Arnold and the creation of a Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee. The board is also reviewing a change order for the police department impound lot relocation and receiving a report on Joliet sewer rates.
- Payment of $314,795.78 for accounts payable
- Payment of $15,420.25 to Seeco Construction Services, Inc. for new public works facility material testing
- Change Order Request #2 with Pacific Construction for $73,741.50 for Police Department Impound Lot relocation
- Resolution to create a Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee
- Employment agreement for Phillip Arnold
Special Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Village of Shorewood Board of Trustees will meet to discuss several operational updates. The session includes presentations on water, building inspections, and the comprehensive plan.
- Electronic Message Board (Chicago Billboard)
- Water Presentation
- Building Inspection Discussion
- Comprehensive Plan Update
- Updates on New Public Works Facility and Regional Roadway Construction
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will review several ordinances including a new tax levy and bond abatement. The meeting also includes consideration of site plans, appointments, and equipment purchases for the new Public Works Facility.
- Site plan approval for building addition at 301 Channahon Street
- Ordinance for the levy and collection of taxes for fiscal year 2021-2022
- Ordinance to abate taxes to pay $14,200,000 in General Obligations Bonds
- Contract award to Arbor Tek Services Inc. up to $15,000.00 for tree pruning
- Purchase of a Stertil Koni Platform from Skylift Safetylane Equipment Corp. for $107,918.30
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The committee will discuss building inspections and planning for Fiscal Year 2023. Updates are scheduled regarding the new Public Works facility and the Sustainable Water Source Project.
- Building Inspection discussion
- Fiscal Year ’23 Planning
- Update on New Public Works Facility
- Update of Sustainable Water Source Project
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will consider several resolutions and ordinances including a comprehensive plan and land purchase. The agenda also includes various service agreements, equipment purchases for the new Public Works Facility, and a leaf pickup proposal.
- Professional Services Agreement with Teska Associates, Inc. for a Comprehensive Plan up to $151,750.00
- Real Estate Sales Contract for 32 acres of vacant land on River Crossing Drive
- Ordinance extending conditional use for a truck and trailer repair facility at 301 Amendodge Drive
- Baltz Farms Inc. proposal for $12,000.00 for the Annual Leaf Pickup Program
- Air Compressor Equipment purchase from Standard Industrial & Auto Equipment for $13,588.51
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is reviewing several first-read ordinances, including a new amusement tax on video gaming and a site plan for a Raising Cane’s restaurant. The board is also considering payments for street resurfacing and a new public works facility.
- Payment of $881,775.47 to P.T. Ferro Construction Company for 2021 MFT Street Resurfacing Project
- First read of ordinance to impose an amusement tax on video gaming
- First read of site plan approval for Raising Cane’s Restaurant at 1007 Brook Forest Avenue
- Proposal for Well #8 Maintenance and Rehabilitation Project with Christopher B. Burke Engineering not to exceed $14,900.00
- Payment of $14,802.86 to Tria Architecture for the new Public Works Facility
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will review 2022 business license procedures and the village's comprehensive plan. Members will also receive updates on the new public works facility and the sustainable water source project.
- 2022 Business License Procedures
- Comprehensive Plan
- New Public Works Facility update
- Sustainable Water Source Project update
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is meeting to discuss infrastructure improvements at US 52 intersections with I-55 ramps and East Frontage Road. The board will also consider a leak survey agreement and an appointment to the Planning & Zoning Commission.
- Funding obligations for US 52 intersections with I-55 Ramps and East Frontage Road in the amount of $24,150.00
- Professional Services Agreement with ME Simpson Company Inc. for a Leak Survey in the amount of $19,885.00
- Payment of $14,931.75 to Seeco Construction Services, Inc. for quality control testing at the new Public Works Facility
- Appointment of Michael Sayles to the Planning & Zoning Commission for a 2 year term
- Ordinance amending Title 5, Chapter 3 of the Shorewood Village Code regarding Miscellaneous Offenses
Special Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Village of Shorewood is holding a special Committee of the Whole meeting. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding text amendments to Title 3, which covers Business and Licensing Regulations.
- Overview of Title 3 Text Amendments: Business and Licensing Regulations
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will review the March 31, 2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Members are also considering a contract for the 2021 Annual Pavement Marking Program. The meeting includes a scheduled executive session regarding property acquisition.
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $845,157.50
- Proposed contract award to Superior Road Striping, Inc. not to exceed $50,000
- Presentation of the March 31, 2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
- Proclamation for Constitution Week September 17-23, 2021
- Executive session for property acquisition
Special Board Meeting
The Village Board is holding a special meeting for a tour and educational presentation. The session, titled “WESCOM 101,” is intended for public officials.
- Tour of Western Will County Communications Center (WESCOM) at 24600 W. Presidential Avenue
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss video gaming and revisions to Title 3. The agenda also includes updates on a new public works facility and a sustainable water source project.
- Parking in residential districts related to large vehicles
- Westminster Gardens Subdivision and Mound Road Mixed Use Path reimbursement request
- Update on New Public Works Facility
- Update on Sustainable Water Source Project
- Discussion regarding Video Gaming
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will review an ordinance to reduce the number of Class “A” liquor licenses. The meeting includes several routine payments and a contract award for street light maintenance. An executive session is scheduled to discuss possible land acquisition.
- First read of an ordinance to reduce Class “A” liquor licenses
- Contract award to Muscat Painting up to $50,000.00 for 2021 Annual Street Light Repainting Program
- Account payable approval in the amount of $560,900.96
- Bond refund of $69,192.00 to Narmada USA LLC for LaQuinta Inn
- Payment of $26,409.00 to Core & Main for water meters
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will review a request to allow massage therapy and body sculpting at a specific business location. The board is also considering the disposal of surplus property and routine financial approvals.
- Proposed amendment to Conditional Use for Salon Suites at 25157 W. Jefferson Street for massage therapy and body sculpting
- Proposed ordinance authorizing the disposal of surplus property
- Account payable approval for $314,019.99
- Payment of $16,272.25 to Tria Architecture for the New Public Works Facility
- Purchase of $26,409.00 from Core & Main for Sensus Water Meters and Accessories
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive updates on regional transportation, a new public works facility, and a sustainable water source project. The agenda also includes a discussion on 2020 property tax rebates and fireworks.
- 2020 Tax Year property tax rebate
- Regional Transportation Projects updates
- New Public Works Facility update
- Sustainable Water Source Project update
- Fireworks discussion
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will meet to discuss the second reading of an ordinance to finance capital improvements through bond issuance. The board will also review routine accounts payable and equipment purchases.
- Second reading of an ordinance for $14,900,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021, for capital improvements
- Approval of accounts payable totaling $378,540.72
- Payment of $15,020.00 to Shorewood Home & Auto for a John Deere Z994R Mower
Special Board Meeting
The Village of Shorewood Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting. The primary purpose of the session is to conduct a workshop regarding a water project.
- Water Project Workshop
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will meet to consider several capital projects and vehicle purchases. Key items include a major construction contract for a new Public Works Facility and the issuance of $14.9 million in bonds for capital improvements.
- $12,498,177.00 contract for the new Public Works Facility with Pacific Construction Services LLC
- $14,900,000.00 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021, for capital improvements
- $800,000.00 change order for the Public Works Facility Mechanic Bay Addition
- Purchase of a 2021 Ford F-150 Police Responder from Tirapelli Ford for $38,811.84
- Purchase of a 2021 Ford Interceptor AWD Utility from Tirapelli Ford for $43,757.92
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss the addition of a mechanics bay for the New Public Works Facility. The meeting also includes an update on bonding for the facility.
- New Public Works Facility Addition of Mechanics Bay
- New Public Works Facility Bonding Update
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is meeting to consider the Annual Appropriations Ordinance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022. The board will also review engineering proposals for road and bridge work on Seil Road and various municipal appointments.
- Annual Appropriations Ordinance for fiscal year April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022
- Engineering services for Seil Road Widening and Reconstruction ($576,593.00) and Seil Road Bridge Replacement ($439,704.00)
- Payment of $112,932.60 to Tria Architecture for the new Public Works Facility
- Site plan amendment for a parking lot addition at 1007 W. Jefferson Street
- Ordinance to create an additional Class B-2 liquor license
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss updates regarding public works, water projects, and road construction. The meeting also includes items regarding the Imperial Mobile Home Park and a Free Little Library.
- Seil Road Phase 2 Contract with Christopher Burke Engineering update
- New Public Works Facility update
- Water Project update
- Road Construction update
- Imperial Mobile Home Park discussion
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will consider a bid for the 2021 MFT Resurfacing Program and a resolution to negotiate the creation of a new water commission for Lake Michigan water. The board will also review appointments for the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Interim Village Administrator.
- Bid award of $973,079.26 to P.T. Ferro Construction for 2021 MFT Resurfacing Program
- Resolution to negotiate creation of a new water commission for Lake Michigan water
- Contract of $18,000.00 to Melrose Pyrotechnics, Inc. for Crossroad Festival fireworks
- Ordinance amending Title 10, Chapter 10 regarding Sign Regulations (Second Read)
- Plat of Vacation for River Crossing Lots 80 & 81 (21022 & 21030 Kenmare Drive)
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is reviewing the annual appropriations ordinance for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2021. The board is also considering a conditional use ordinance for a Pizza Ranch restaurant and updates to sign regulations.
- Approval of account payable in the amount of $459,902.32
- Payment of $55,176.15 to Cargill for Deicer Salt
- Payment of $14,311.00 to Grundfos CBS Inc. for pumps and installation at The Fields of Shorewood Lift Station
- Conditional use ordinance for a restaurant at 19735 NE Frontage Road (Pizza Ranch)
- Change Order #1 with Integral Construction for Cene’s Four Seasons Park courts refurbishment in the amount of $2,976.00
Fire & Police Commission Meeting
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will discuss recruitment efforts and application fees for future testing cycles. The board is also considering agreements with Stanard and Associates for entry level and promotional testing in Fiscal Year 2022.
- Consideration of agreements with Stanard and Associates for FY 2022 testing
- Resolution of Probationary Officer Michael Skora
- Discussion of application fees for future testing cycles
- Discussion of recruitment efforts for future testing cycles
- Review of current eligibility list and USERRA / ISERRA issues
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will review a landscaping contract for Village Hall and the Police Department. The board is also considering facilities use agreements for the Shorewood Soccer League and administering oaths of office to elected officials.
- Contract to K&D Landscaping not to exceed $85,105.00 for Village Hall, Police Department, and right-of-ways
- Facilities Use Agreement with Shorewood Soccer League for Cene’s Four Seasons Park
- Facilities Use Agreement with Shorewood Soccer League for Hammel Woods
- Approval of account payable in the amount of $535,305.93
- Grant payment of $3,164.96 to Shorewood CARES Small Business Relief Program Recipients
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is reviewing several first-read ordinances for new businesses and land subdivisions. The meeting includes votes on equipment purchases and professional service contracts for roadway analysis.
- Approval of account payable in the amount of $588,182.59
- Payment of $57,946.62 to John Deere Construction Retail Sales for a Mini Excavator
- Proposal for $45,336.00 to Infrastructure Management Services (IMS) for pavement analysis
- Conditional use requests for Salon Suites (25157 W. Jefferson Street), Pizza Ranch (19735 NE Frontage Road), and Mauve Nosh & Libations (1146 W. Jefferson Street)
- Proposal for $17,595.00 from RCP Shelters for Shorewood Park pavilion replacement
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss investigative cameras with Chief Klima. The agenda contains no other specific business items for decision or discussion.
- Discussion on investigative cameras with Chief Klima
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is considering facility use agreements for ball fields at Cene’s Four Seasons Park and a contract for lab testing services. The board will also review several payments for public works equipment and infrastructure maintenance.
- Payment of $1,038,169.86 for accounts payable
- Proposed contract with PDC Laboratories, Inc. for lab testing services not to exceed $12,000.00
- Payment of $61,422.50 to Core & Main for water meters
- Payment of $37,104.80 to Tirapelli Ford for a 2021 Ford F-250
- Facility Use Agreements with Illinois Select and Minooka Softball for Cene’s Four Seasons Park
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board will discuss the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and a pay scale for non-represented employees. The body is also reviewing a concept plan for Salon Suites of Shorewood and the use of ball fields at Cene’s Four Seasons Park.
- Approval of account payable in the amount of $1,986,279.02
- Final payment of $66,777.85 to Hoerr Construction Inc. for 2020 Sewer Rehab
- Grant payment of $13,254.77 to Shorewood CARES Small Business Relief Program Recipients
- Concept Plan for Salon Suites of Shorewood at 25157 W Jefferson Street
- Professional Services with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for EPA risk assessment and 2021 MFT Street Resurfacing
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is meeting to discuss the adoption of the 2021-2023 Strategic Plan and the redemption of $1.7 million in General Obligation Refunding Bonds. The board will also consider construction contracts for court improvements at Cene’s Four Seasons Park.
- Payment of $1,700,000 for General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series 2011)
- Construction contract with Integral for Pickle Ball, Tennis, and Basketball Court Improvements at Cene’s Four Seasons Park
- Construction services contract with Hitchcock Design Group for Cene’s Four Seasons Park improvements
- Resolution Adopting the Village Strategic Plan 2021-2023
- Accounts payable totaling $789,803.38
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Village Budget. The meeting includes a period for public comment via telephone or video conference.
- Discussion on the FY 2021-2022 Village Budget
Special Board Meeting
The Village of Shorewood Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to review the proposed 2021-2022 budget. The session includes a presentation and discussion on the budget proposal.
- Presentation and discussion on the Proposed 2021-2022 Budget
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is reviewing a second round of the Shorewood CARES Small Business Relief Program and a revised grant agreement. The meeting includes votes on equipment purchases and a first reading of an ordinance to publish the official zoning map.
- Approval of $437,755.59 in accounts payable
- Approval of $81,116.73 to Hydrovision Technology for 2020 Sanitary Sewer Cleaning & Televising Project
- Approval of $66,728.94 in grant payments to Shorewood CARES Small Business Relief Program Recipients
- Purchase of seven Watch Guard In Car Camera Systems for $13,965.00
- Purchase order of $67,015.00 to Core and Main for Sensus Water Meters and accessories
Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss the Shorewood CARES Small Business Relief Program Round 2 and facilities use proposals at Cene’s Four Seasons Park. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Village of Shorewood Strategic Plan Action Plan for 2021-2023.
- Shorewood CARES Small Business Relief Program Round 2 discussion
- Acquisition of new in car camera system
- Facilities Use Proposals at Cene’s Four Seasons Park
- Presentation of the Village of Shorewood Strategic Plan Action Plan for 2021-2023
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is meeting to review several equipment purchases and infrastructure payments. The body will consider a new plow truck, pump replacements for lift stations, and IT hardware for Village Hall.
- Purchase of a 2021 Peterbilt Single Axle Plow Truck not to exceed $215,000.00
- Bid award of $70,066 to Grundfos CBS Inc. for pump replacements at The Fields and River Road Lift Stations
- Payment of $122,085.64 to Hoerr Construction Inc. for 2020 Sewer Rehab
- Payment of $37,750.00 to Adler Roofing and Sheet Metal Inc. for Police Department roof work
- Ordinance to repeal Ordinance No. 20-1999 regarding closing hours for certain liquor licensees
Village Board Meeting
The Village Board is meeting to review routine payments and several specific authorizations. Key items include grant payments for small business relief and the design for court refurbishments at Cene’s Four Season’s Park.
- Payment of $514,015.05 to Hoerr Construction Inc. for 2020 Sewer Rehab Program
- Grant payment of $99,209.34 to Shorewood CARES Small Business Relief Program recipients
- Payment of $62,022.00 to Metropolitan Industries Inc. for SCADA Upgrades
- Payment of $44,431.30 to Ron Tirapelli Ford for a 2021 Ford Explorer
- Design approval and bid authorization for tennis, pickle ball, and basketball courts at Cene’s Four Season’s Park