St. Joseph public meetings in 2024
35 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees is considering a resolution to cancel its regular meetings on December 10 and December 24, 2024, due to holiday conflicts, and instead hold a special meeting on December 17, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Village Hall. The resolution also authorizes the Village Administrator to make timely payments of bills before the next regular meeting to avoid late fees or service interruptions. This is a procedural item to manage scheduling and financial obligations during the holiday season.
- Cancels regular meetings on December 10 and December 24, 2024
- Schedules special meeting on December 17, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Village Hall, 207 East Lincoln Street
- Authorizes Village Administrator to make timely payments of bills and expenses
- Resolution passed and approved on November 12, 2024
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to approve routine items including minutes, the treasurer's report, and $1,225,945.04 in bills. They will also discuss TIF status, economic development, and consider updates to the Employee Personnel Manual, a backhoe lease or buyout, and a request for proposals for field treatment and mowing.
- Approval of bills totaling $1,225,945.04
- Contract modification to an existing employment contract
- Waiver of subdivision rights within EJB-Binder and Bonnell Replat
- Updates to the Employee Personnel Manual
- New backhoe lease or buyout of existing lease
Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees is considering a resolution to cancel its regular meetings on December 10 and 24, 2024, and instead hold a special meeting on December 17, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Village Hall. The resolution also authorizes the Village Administrator to make timely payments of bills before the next regular meeting to avoid late fees or service interruptions. This is a procedural item to adjust the meeting schedule for the holiday season.
- Cancels regular meetings on December 10 and 24, 2024
- Schedules special meeting for December 17, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Village Hall, 207 East Lincoln Street
- Authorizes Village Administrator to make timely payments of bills and expenses before the next regular meeting
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including renewing employee health and life insurance coverages, abating series 2020A and 2020B bonds, and adopting an ordinance for raffle licenses. They will also vote on a raffle license application for the St. Joseph Recreational Foundation and hear a presentation from CCES. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills totaling $64,922.56.
- Approval of bills in the amount of $64,922.56
- Renewal of employee coverages through Health Alliance and Principal
- Ordinance abating series 2020A bonds
- Ordinance abating series 2020B bonds
- Ordinance providing for Raffles and Raffle Licenses; approval of Raffle License Application for St. Joseph Recreational Foundation
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will vote on several action items, including a new raffle ordinance and license, the annual tax levy for FY 2024-2025, and approval of bills totaling $1,820,089.05. The board will also approve the 2025 meeting schedule and modify the December 2024 meeting schedule. Public comment is invited.
- Ordinance providing for raffles and raffle licenses, including Queen of Hearts
- Raffle license application for St. Joseph Recreational Foundation
- Annual Tax Levy Ordinance for FY 2024-2025
- Approval of bills in the amount of $1,820,089.05
- Resolution modifying meeting schedule for December 2024
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes approving minutes and paying bills totaling $77,309.14. New business includes waiving subdivision rights for a property at 1718 CR 2000 E and approving a quote from All Weather Courts. The meeting also features a proclamation for the SJ0 Boys baseball state championship and public comment.
- Approval of bills in the amount of $77,309.14
- Waiving subdivision rights within EJB for property at 1718 CR 2000 E
- Approval of quote for services from All Weather Courts
- Proclamation celebrating the SJ0 Boys baseball State Championship
- Approval of meeting minutes from October 8, 2024
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals and a few notable items. The board will consider a consent agenda that includes approving bills totaling $172,853.85, a letter of intent for a solar project, and investment recommendations. New business includes an annual presentation from Experience CU and discussion of the IMLRMA insurance renewal for 2025.
- Approval of bills in the amount of $172,853.85
- Approval of Letter of Intent for Solar Project Implementation
- IMLRMA Renewal for 2025 Coverage Year
- Annual Presentation by Experience CU
- 2024 Halloween Proclamation
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to consider routine approvals and discuss new business. Key items include a presentation on the feasibility of renovating a former church, authorization to apply for a community AED program grant, and approval of bills totaling $461,312.79.
- Approval of bills in the amount of $461,312.79
- Comcast service agreement extension for 2 years
- Presentation of former church renovation feasibility by ReifSteck
- Authorization to submit grant application to community AED program
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will vote on consent items including bills of $209,066.11 and minutes, then discuss and possibly act on minor personnel policy revisions, a solar array invoice payment, and the purchase of AED devices. They will also consider selecting a bid for solar services on village-owned farm ground.
- Approval of bills totaling $209,066.11
- Resolution revising Personnel Policies on On-Call Duty
- Resolution revising Personnel Policies on WWTP Operator program
- Approval of WWTP invoice for first payment of solar array
- Discussion and possible purchase of AED devices for Village Properties
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, bills, and a special event permit, and to consider selecting a qualified bid for solar services on village-owned farm ground. The agenda also includes routine staff updates and a possible executive session.
- Approval of bills totaling $1,330,649.02
- Special event permit for St. Joseph Women's Club Christmas Parade
- Consideration and possible selection of a qualified bid for Solar Services on farm ground owned by the Village
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will vote on several contracts, including a $47,601 oil and chip road bid, a sludge hauling contract renewal, and selection of a solar services bid for village-owned farm ground. They will also discuss the 2024 Community Festival and approve routine items like minutes, the treasurer's report, and bill payments.
- Bid award to Illiana Construction Co. for 2024 Oil & Chip at $47,601.00
- Renewal of sludge hauling contract with MetroAg
- Consideration and possible selection of a qualified bid for Solar Services on village-owned farm ground
- Approval of bills in the amount of $82,695.32
- Presentation/discussion of 2024 Community Festival
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review a presentation regarding the Community Building project and a potential resolution. Additionally, the Board is considering the selection of a qualified bid for solar services on Village-owned farm ground.
- Appointment of Michael Sennert as Village Clerk
- Approval of bills totaling $20,323.08
- Presentation of Community Building project and resolution
- Selection of a bid for solar services on Village-owned farm ground
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2024/2025 Appropriations Ordinance, and consider selecting qualified bids for solar services at the wastewater treatment plant and on village-owned farm ground. The board will also approve bills totaling $191,933.20 and other routine items on the consent agenda.
- Public hearing and approval of 2024/2025 Appropriations Ordinance
- Selection of qualified bid for Solar Services at the WWTP
- Selection of qualified bid for Solar Services on village farm ground
- Approval of bills in the amount of $191,933.20
- Approval of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes and July 2024 Treasurer's Report
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will vote on several action items, including a special event permit for Fall on Main, a professional services agreement for the Elm Street reconstruction project, and a request to build a football shed and announcer booth at the Sports Complex. They will also consider an amended intergovernmental agreement with Champaign County for ARPA funds, a wayfinding sign, and a scope of services proposal from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP. In old business, the board will select qualified bids for solar services at the WWTP and on village-owned farm ground. The meeting includes public comment and consent agenda items, including approval of bills totaling $122,697.82.
- Approval of bills in the amount of $122,697.82
- Special Event Permit (2024-011) for Fall on Main
- Professional Services Agreement for Elm Street reconstruction
- Request to construct football shed, storage, and announcer booth at Sports Complex
- Amended Intergovernmental Agreement with Champaign County for ARPA dollars
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will consider approving a $4.9 million contract for the Elm and Monroe Streets sanitary sewer replacement project, along with several routine items on the consent agenda. They will also discuss allocating revenue to the Parks and Recreation Fund and a subdivision waiver request. The meeting includes a proclamation honoring the Village Gardeners and public comment.
- Resolution to award $4,901,148.00 sewer project to Stark Excavating, Inc.
- Approval of bills totaling $32,286.57
- Special event permits for pickleball tournament, 4th of July parade, balloon festival, and SJO 5K
- Resolution allocating revenue to Parks and Recreation Fund
- Bonnell Subdivision waiver request
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including approving bills, a special event permit, mowing bids, design services for a property, business grant funding, and annexation ordinances for Lot 3 Mitchell CCI. The board will also hear a presentation on the Champaign County Balloon Festival and discuss a waiver request for the Bonnell Subdivision.
- Approval of bills totaling $27,847.61
- Special event permit for Summer in the Street hosted by Church of Christ
- Consideration of mowing bids for 2024 season
- Consideration of design services proposals for 407 South Main
- Ordinances to annex Lot 3 Mitchell CCI to the village
Meeting
The St. Joseph Village Board approved a design services contract with Reifsteck Architects for $42,150 for the 407 South Main project, and accepted mowing bids for the 2024 season. They also approved business grant recommendations, an annexation agreement for Lot 3 Mitchell CCI, and discussed a possible $1,500 sponsorship for the Champaign County Balloon Festival. The meeting included routine consent agenda items and staff updates.
- Approved design services proposal from Reifsteck Architects for $42,150 for 407 South Main
- Accepted mowing bids for 2024 season from six companies
- Approved 2024 Business Grant funding recommendations from P&Z Commission
- Approved ordinance approving annexation agreement for Lot 3 Mitchell CCI
- Discussed possible $1,500 sponsorship for Champaign County Balloon Festival
Planning Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved minutes from March 21 and directed staff to prepare a recommendation letter to the Board of Trustees for commercial building grants: $3,600 for Thompsons Chiropractic and $6,400 for Matrix Development Group. The Commission also included notes about concerns over fund release if an awardee does not follow through, and praised Matrix's progress. No other substantive decisions were made; an update on a subdivision proposal noted no progress.
- Approved March 21, 2024 minutes with changes (unanimous)
- Directed staff to recommend $3,600 grant match for Thompsons Chiropractic
- Directed staff to recommend $6,400 grant match for Matrix Development Group
- Included notes on fund release concerns and Matrix progress in recommendation letter
Upcoming Planning Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, approval of minutes, and discussion of new and old business. They will review subdivision waivers and development proposals for property west of the village limits, and consider two applications for a commercial building grant.
- Review of subdivision waivers and development proposals for property west of US Highway 150
- Two applications for a Commercial Building Grant
- Approval of March 21, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine village business, including appointing an interim village clerk, approving the consent agenda, and considering new business items. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, the treasurer's report, investment recommendations, bills totaling $160,646.88, and a special event permit for Summerfest. New business includes accepting staff bid recommendations for street, sidewalk, curb, and gutter projects, and purchasing a mower deck for $2,941.34. No old business or executive session is scheduled.
- Appointment of Mike Sennert as Interim Village Clerk
- Approval of bills in the amount of $160,646.88
- Consideration of Special Event Permit (2024-004) for Summerfest
- Acceptance of staff bid recommendations for street, sidewalk, curb and gutter projects for 2024
- Purchase of mower deck for $2,941.34
Meeting
This was a special board meeting focused on a single executive session to discuss the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of one or more village employees. Public comments were made in support of village employees, specifically Luke Fisher. The board voted 6-0 to enter and later exit the closed session, then adjourned. No other business was conducted.
- Executive session held under 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) regarding village employee(s)
- Public comments in support of village employees, specifically Luke Fisher
- Roll call votes 6-0 to enter and exit executive session
- Meeting adjourned immediately after closed session
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting, addressing a consent agenda that includes bill approvals and budget adjustments, followed by new business on a community building presentation, a special event permit, and budget items. Old business includes continued discussion of a community solar program and budget decision points. The meeting is open to the public and streamed on YouTube.
- Approval of bills totaling $1,350,016.01
- FY 2024/2025 Budget staff compensation adjustment
- Consideration of Special Event Permit (2024-004) for a Community Festival
- FY 2024/2025 Budget sidewalk raising bids
- Continued discussion of Community Solar Program on Village-owned property
Meeting
The St. Joseph Village Board discussed a proposal for a community building, with all members in favor of pursuing a feasibility study. They also approved a special events permit for a community festival, awarded a street and sidewalk raising contract, and approved the VERF replacement schedule and the FY2024/2025 budget.
- Community building feasibility study: reserve 5 acres near Grand Avenue, up to 400 people, revenue-neutral goal
- Special Events Permit (2024-004) for Community Festival approved 6-0
- Street/sidewalk raising contract awarded to Illini Concrete for $6,645 (Jack-A-Slab bid $7,375)
- VERF replacement schedule approved; discussion on purchasing a pickup truck
- FY2024/2025 budget approved with changes
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will consider several action items, including a pre-annexation agreement and subdivision requirement waiver at 1651 County Road E, a request to reconfigure lots in the Villages Extra Jurisdictional Boundary, and a design services proposal. The board will also review the FY 2024/2025 budget and continue discussing a community solar program. Several routine items, such as meeting minutes, bill approvals, and appointments, are on the consent agenda.
- Appointment of Jeff Klotz and re-appointments of Sam Furrer and Kurt Harshbarger to Planning and Zoning Commission
- Approval of bills totaling $76,678.33
- Approval of outdoor dining/parklet application for El Toro
- Consideration of pre-annexation agreement and waiving subdivision requirements at 1651 County Road E
- Consideration of design services proposal with Reifsteck, Wakefield Fanning & Company
Meeting
The St. Joseph Village Board made appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission, approved a consent agenda including bills of $76,678.33, and discussed several items including a church building donation, a Girl Scout Christmas tree project, economic development efforts, and a design services proposal. The board also voted to enroll in the Illinois Comptroller's Local Debt Recovery Program to collect old debts.
- Appointed Jeff Klotz to Planning and Zoning Commission, term through May 2026
- Reappointed Sam Furrer and Kurt Harshbarger as Planning and Zoning Commissioners, terms to May 2028
- Approved consent agenda including bills totaling $76,678.33
- Recognized Faith Missionary Baptist Church for donating their church and property to the Village
- Voted to enroll in Illinois Comptroller's Local Debt Recovery Program for old debts ($11,000 pre-2017, $17,000 2017+)
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will consider awarding a $1,079,950.25 bid for the Elm Street Phase 1 project, review the FY 2024/2025 street and sidewalk program, and discuss the FY 2024/2025 budget. They will also consider an intergovernmental agreement to support intervention in the Illinois American Water Company rate case and continue discussing a community solar program with BOW Renewables. The agenda includes routine consent items such as meeting minutes and bill approval.
- Awarding bids for Elm Street Phase 1 project at $1,079,950.25
- FY 2024/2025 Street, Sidewalk, curb and gutter program
- FY 2024/2025 Budget - Decision Point Review
- Intergovernmental agreement to support intervention in Illinois American Water Company rate case
- Continued discussion of Community Solar Program with BOW Renewables
Upcoming Planning Zoning Commission
The St. Joseph Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior meeting minutes and discussing two commercial building grant applications. The commission will also receive an update (no action) on subdivision waivers, development proposals, and potential platting issues for property west of the village limits, north of US Highway 150.
- Approval of January 18, 2024 meeting minutes
- Update on subdivision waivers and development proposals for property west of village limits, north of US Highway 150
- Discussion of two Commercial Building Grant applications
Planning Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the January 18, 2024 minutes unanimously (with one abstention). They reviewed two commercial building grant applications from Thompson Family Chiropractic and Matrix Development Group, but took no action, instead requesting additional information on funding needs and project priority. The Commission also outlined future clarifications for the grant program, including line-item review, project deadlines, and written extension requests. The Village Administrator will gather the requested information for the next meeting.
- Approved January 18, 2024 PZC minutes (unanimous; Kern abstained)
- Reviewed two commercial building grant applications (no action taken)
- Requested additional information from applicants on funding needs and project priority
- Directed Village Administrator to request additional information and report back
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will consider several action items, including a waste hauler contract with Republic Trash Service, an intergovernmental agreement to support intervention in the Illinois American Water Company rate case, a solar presentation by BOW Renewables, a farming lease on village property, and a subdivision resolution. They will also discuss solar options at the wastewater treatment plant and budget additions for parks and recreation.
- Approval of bills totaling $36,890.51
- Waste hauler contract presentation by Republic Trash Service
- Intergovernmental agreement to support intervention in Illinois American Water Company rate case
- Intergovernmental agreement with SJO Unit #305 for farming on village-owned property
- Subdivision resolution for property at 2072 County Road 1600 N
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting, hearing an audit presentation from Lauterbach and Amen, receiving a presentation on the waste hauler contract, and considering bids for parks field maintenance for FY 24/25. They will also discuss two property subdivision requests, continued solar options at the wastewater treatment plant, and the FY 2024/2025 budget, including parks and recreation improvements. The consent agenda includes approval of bills totaling $89,119.62 and two special event applications.
- Approval of bills in the amount of $89,119.62
- Special Event Application 2024-002 - IBEW Tournament
- Special Event Application 2024-003 - Ford Fun Day
- Awarding Bids for Parks Field maintenance for FY 24/25
- Request to subdivide property at 1651 County Road 2200 E and 2072 County Road 1600 N
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider an ordinance to borrow $6,500,000.00 for sewer improvements. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FY 2024/2025 budget and solar options for the wastewater treatment plant.
- $6,500,000.00 loan for Elm and Monroe Storm/Sewer Improvements
- Approval of bills totaling $534,731.68
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Champaign County Forest Preserve
- 2024 Street Condition Assessment proposal
- Solar option discussion for the WWTP
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including approval of minutes and bills totaling $30,802.07. New business includes a discussion of a solar power purchase agreement option at the wastewater treatment plant, budget discussions for parks and recreation improvements, a possible community-wide cleanup, and a subdivision request. Old business includes results of a request for proposals to develop village-owned property.
- Approval of bills in the amount of $30,802.07
- Discussion of PPA solar option at WWTP
- FY 2024/2025 budget discussion for parks and recreation amenities
- Discussion of 2024 community-wide clean-up
- Discussion of subdivision request within extra jurisdictional boundary
Upcoming Planning Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes and receiving a status update on a commercial building grant. The main substantive item is a review of subdivision waivers, development proposals, and potential platting issues for property on the village's western edge, north of US Highway 150. No new business items are listed.
- Review of subdivision waivers, development, proposals, and potential platting issues for property on western edge of Village Corporate limits, north of US Highway 150
- Commercial Building Grant - status update
- Approval of November 30th, 2023 minutes
Planning Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed a special use application from Sandpiper Holdings for property west of the village limits north of US Highway 150. The commission deferred action until the applicant provides more details, particularly on drainage and development standards. Staff and the applicant will meet to resolve outstanding issues, and the application will return to the commission later. The commission also approved the November 30, 2023 minutes and received a status update on the Commercial Building Grant.
- Approved November 30, 2023 minutes with changes (unanimous)
- Deferred action on Sandpiper Holdings special use application pending more details
- Agreed to allow covenant restrictions in lieu of a development agreement (discussed)
- Scheduled staff meeting with applicant to discuss outstanding development requirements
Board of Trustees
The St. Joseph Board of Trustees will vote on routine consent items including minutes, the treasurer's report, investment recommendations, and approval of bills totaling $435,225.22. New business includes accepting a bid for tree clearing, discussing bids for Sports Complex field maintenance, and considering a request to waive a sewer charge. An update on adding electric/gas service at the wastewater treatment plant is also on the agenda.
- Approval of bills in the amount of $435,225.22
- Accepting bid for tree clearing
- Discussion of bid requests for Sports Complex Field Maintenance
- Consideration of request to waive Sewer Charge
- Update on adding Electric/Gas at WWTP