{
 "city": "Vernon Hills",
 "state": "Illinois",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/vernonhills.org/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-06",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Board to vote on $297,728 Museum Blvd intersection improvements contract",
   "summary": "The Village Board will hold a Liquor and License Commission Hearing at 6:45 PM, followed by the Regular Meeting at 7:00 PM. Key actions include approval of a $297,728.62 contract with Campanella and Sons, Inc. for Museum Blvd intersection improvements, a special use permit for Treehouse Play Café at 555 E. Townline Road, and renewal of the School Resource Officer program with Hawthorn School District 73. The board will also consider an amendment to the liquor license term and a resolution to waive proximity restrictions for a massage establishment at 10 W. Phillip Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1426",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "River's Edge Townhomes discussion at 435 Benjamin Drive",
   "summary": "The Village Board will discuss a Planning & Zoning Commission recommendation for the River's Edge Townhomes project at 435 Benjamin Drive. No final vote is expected as this is a Committee of the Whole meeting. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1427",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Vernon Hills Board to vote on 698,880 sq ft industrial park at 100-230 S. Milwaukee Ave",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider several items including a special use permit for Treehouse Play Cafe, a major industrial park development, and infrastructure contracts. The Liquor and License Commission will also hear a request for a Class A liquor license for Treehouse Play Cafe. The Board will vote on ordinances and resolutions in an omnibus vote.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1428",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "E. Liquor & Licensing Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to consider Class A liquor license for Treehouse Play Cafe",
   "summary": "The Liquor and Licensing Commission will discuss approving the June 16, 2026 hearing minutes and consider a request for a Class A liquor license from Treehouse Ventures Vernon Hills LLC, doing business as The Treehouse Play Cafe at 555 E. Townline #8. The meeting also includes adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1425",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "H. Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to consider special use permit for senior daycare on Lakeview Parkway",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 8, 2026, to consider a petition from A1 Senior Care LLC for a special use permit to operate a senior daycare center at 565 Lakeview Parkway Suite 130. The property is zoned BP Business Park District, and the petitioner is also requesting a zoning text amendment to define adult day service as a special use in that district. The center would operate Monday through Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-1421",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "H. Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on special use permit for Police Campus project",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition by FGM Architects for a special use permit and zoning variations to facilitate the Village of Vernon Hills Police Campus Improvement Project at 754 Lakeview Drive. The project includes interior renovations, a parking garage addition, and a public-facing space connecting two buildings. The commission will consider the request and hear public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-1422",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "H. Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to consider amendments adding data centers, battery storage, and other uses",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 8, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall, 290 Evergreen Drive. The hearing will consider a petition (Case #2026-13) to amend Appendix C of the Village of Vernon Hills Zoning Code. The proposed amendments would add definitions for business types such as data centers, battery storage, and adult day services; modify floor area ratio (FAR) limits in residential districts; change parking requirements for uses like car washes; and adjust the size threshold for non‑retail conversion procedures in the Core Retail Overlay District.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-1423",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners",
   "headline": "Commission to consider conditional employment offer for police/fire candidate",
   "summary": "The Board of Police & Fire Commissioners will consider a conditional offer of employment following a background review, and will approve minutes from prior meetings. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel and approve minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-1420",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "H. Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on PUD amendment for 17-unit townhome at 435 Benjamin Dr",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 24, 2026 to consider a petition from SFP Properties to amend the PUD (Ordinance 2004-43) for a 17-unit rental townhome development on the undeveloped lot at 435 Benjamin Drive, adjacent to River's Edge Condominiums. The original PUD approved two condo buildings but only one was built. The commission will take public testimony and decide whether to recommend approval.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-1415",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "E. Liquor & Licensing Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to consider new liquor licenses for Hatty's and Village",
   "summary": "The Liquor and Licensing Commission will consider approving the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes and two liquor license requests: a Class A license for Hatty's Club VH, LLC doing business as The Market by Hatty's at 670 Lakeview Parkway, and a Class G license for the Village of Vernon Hills at 290 Evergreen Drive. The meeting will then adjourn.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1416",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Village Board to vote on $506,275 in vouchers and multiple licensing resolutions",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider routine items on an omnibus vote, including approval of a voucher list of bills totaling $506,275.87, an ordinance to pay up to $51,000 for Flock Safety software, and several resolutions authorizing indemnification agreements for parking lot use during July 4 fireworks and the Vernon Hills Days parade. The Liquor & License Commission will also hear requests for a Class “A” license for Market by Hatty’s and a Class “G” license for the Vernon Hills Days event, with the village asking that the $100 fee be waived.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1419",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Board to discuss closure of Town Center and Mellody Farm TIF districts",
   "summary": "The Village Board will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss several development matters. Items include reviews of Planning & Zoning Commission recommendations for a Treehouse Play Café and the Vernon Hills Industrial Park, a concept discussion for a car wash, and a discussion on closing two Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts. Routine approval of meeting minutes is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1418",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Board to approve $51,000 Flock Safety software payment and routine items",
   "summary": "The Vernon Hills Village Board will hold a regular meeting following a Liquor and License Commission hearing. The board is set to approve an omnibus vote agenda that includes a $51,000 payment to Flock Safety for an annual software agreement, a retroactive raffle license for Lake Forest College, and indemnification agreements for July 4 events. Officials will also report on an EV Ready Community Award and State Capital Funding Award.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1417",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "H. Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to consider light industrial park and indoor play cafe",
   "summary": "The Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit for The Treehouse Play Cafe, a family-oriented indoor play cafe at 555 E. Townline Rd., along with sign variations. They will also review a petition for a multi-building light industrial park at 100-230 S. Milwaukee Avenue, including site plan approval and plat of subdivision. Additionally, they will approve minutes from April 22, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-1410",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "H. Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on Treehouse Play Cafe special use permit and sign variations",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from The Treehouse Play Cafe for a Special Use Permit and sign variations to operate a family-oriented indoor play and cafe at 555 E Townline Rd. #8. The proposal includes play structures for two age groups, a cafe, and party rooms.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-1409",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Village Board considers circus event, fiber expansion, and bid rejections",
   "summary": "The Village Board will review several items including a request for an outdoor circus at Hawthorn Mall and a new fiber optic agreement. Additionally, the board is scheduled to reject all bids for the Village Hall entry concrete and landscaping project due to high costs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1413",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "PNC Bank drive-up ATM concept review at 701 N. Milwaukee Ave",
   "summary": "The Vernon Hills Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss a concept review for a proposed PNC Bank with a drive-up ATM at 701 N. Milwaukee Ave Unit 354. The request includes a special use permit for the ATM, along with site plan and appearance approval, with a smaller building on the same footprint and a driveway conversion. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1412",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Board to vote on fiber license agreement with Ezee Fiber Texas",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider omnibus vote items including approval of $1,617,303.61 in bills, release of a performance guarantee for the Everleigh Vernon Hills development, and rejection of bids for Village Hall entry concrete and landscaping. New business includes a resolution to approve an outdoor special event (Flip Circus at Hawthorn Mall) and a master right-of-way use license agreement with Ezee Fiber Texas. Officials will also preview summer 2026 events.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1411",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Board to vote on 291-unit redevelopment on Milwaukee Avenue",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider a rezoning, special use permit, and subdivision plat for a 291-unit apartment building and 18 rowhomes at 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue. Other action items include police vehicle purchases, a wing plow retrofit, IT support services, and a police pension board appointment. All items are on the omnibus vote agenda and will be approved by one motion unless pulled for separate vote.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-1408",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Board to vote on rezoning for multi-family at 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider an omnibus consent agenda containing multiple routine items and a significant rezoning proposal. The key item is a package of ordinances and a resolution to rezone 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue from single-family to multi-family, grant a special use permit for a planned unit development, and approve a subdivision plat. Other consent items include vehicle purchases, a crime lab membership payment, and IT support services contract.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-1407",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-1407",
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-14",
   "body": "I. Police Pension Board",
   "headline": "Police pension board to discuss cash management policy, certify board election",
   "summary": "The Vernon Hills Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review financial reports, approve bills, and discuss a cash management policy. The board will also certify results of the active member board election and address the term expiration of appointed member Mark Peterson.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05142026-1406",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-14",
   "body": "B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners",
   "headline": "Commission to consider conditional offers for two police officer positions",
   "summary": "The Board of Police & Fire Commissioners will consider conditional offers of employment for entry-level police officers and review a lateral officer application. The meeting includes receiving two letters from the Village Manager authorizing the hiring of one police officer each. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel and approve minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05142026-1405",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "E. Liquor & Licensing Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to discuss two new liquor license requests",
   "summary": "The Liquor and Licensing Commission will hold a hearing to discuss two applications for new liquor licenses: Buffalo Wild Wings at 361 W Townline Rd. seeks a Class A license, and Honest Indian Vegetarian Restaurant at 145 Townline Rd. seeks a Class E license. The commission will also consider approval of the April 7, 2026 meeting minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-1403",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Board to consider police vehicles, Bears parking, liquor licenses",
   "summary": "The Village Board will vote on an omnibus agenda including ordinances for police vehicle purchases ($170,078), bulk rock salt ($132,000), and a Bears outdoor event at Hawthorn Mall. The Liquor and License Commission will first hear requests for new liquor licenses from Buffalo Wild Wings (Class A) and Honest Indian Vegetarian Restaurant (Class E). Also up for a separate vote are zoning variations for a rear setback at 7 Mayflower Road and sign changes for Farmer's Best Market.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-1404",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Board to discuss Conor multi-family development at 55-75 S. Milwaukee Ave",
   "summary": "The Village Board will discuss two development proposals: the Conor multi-family project at 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue, including a recommendation from the Planning & Zoning Commission, and a concept discussion for a car wash at 1750 N. Milwaukee Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes. No final decisions are expected as these are discussion items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-1402",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05052026-1402",
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Board to vote on Chicago Bears outdoor event at Hawthorn Mall",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider approving several routine expenditures and a resolution allowing a Chicago Bears outdoor special event at Hawthorn Mall during its May 5 meeting. The omnibus vote includes purchases of police vehicles, rock salt, and airtime fees, along with amendments to liquor license quantity and administration codes. New business includes zoning variations for a residential addition and a sign request for Farmer's Best Market.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-1401",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05052026-1401",
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-22",
   "body": "H. Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "309-unit multi-family development proposed at 13-73 S. Milwaukee Avenue",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition from Conor Commercial Real Estate to rezone a vacant 8-acre parcel from R-1 single-family to R-7 multi-family and approve a Planned Unit Development with code relief. The proposal includes 291 apartment units and 18 townhomes, seeking exceptions to density, height, parking, and unit size requirements. The meeting is scheduled for April 22, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04222026-1396",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-22",
   "body": "H. Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to hear sign variance request for Farmer's Best Market",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 22, 2026, to consider a petition from Farmer's Best Market for variations from the Village's Sign Code at 413 N. Milwaukee Avenue Unit 200-300. The request seeks approval for logo sizes exceeding the permitted width, a tagline that counts as a second wall sign, and a total sign area of 417.68 sq ft, which is 161.68 sq ft over the maximum allowed 256 sq ft. The property is in the B-1 General Business District.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04222026-1395",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-22",
   "body": "H. Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning & Zoning Commission to consider rear setback variation for home addition at 7 Mayflower Road",
   "summary": "The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a variation request from Paul and Sandy Lindauer, owners of 7 Mayflower Road. The petition seeks to reduce the required 30-foot rear setback by 11 feet to allow a first-floor room addition measuring 20 ft by 14 ft. The property is zoned R-5 Single-Family Residential. The commission will hear public testimony and decide on the variation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04222026-1394",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-22",
   "body": "H. Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning & Zoning Commission hears three variance and rezoning petitions",
   "summary": "The Vernon Hills Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three petitions. One seeks a rear‑setback reduction for 7 Mayflower Road, another requests sign‑code variances for 413 N. Milwaukee Avenue, and a third asks for rezoning to R‑7, a Planned Unit Development approval, and subdivision plat approval for 13‑73 S. Milwaukee Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from its January and February meetings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04222026-1393",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Board to decide on $1.88M TIF surplus distribution to taxing districts",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider an omnibus vote of routine items including bills of $385,073, LED street light fixtures for $250,000, dissolution of the dispatch center fund, and a $1.88M surplus declaration from the Town Center TIF. A separate new business item is a $254,877 contract for Village Hall siding improvements. The board will also hear proclamations and reports.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-1400",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets",
   "headline": "Committee to review assisted living proposal at 55 S. Milwaukee Avenue",
   "summary": "The Village Board will hold a concept review for Cedarhurst of Vernon Hills, a proposed assisted living community at 55 S. Milwaukee Avenue. They will also discuss recommendations for the 2026 Social Service Grants. The meeting begins with approval of the April 7, 2026 minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-1399",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04212026-1399",
   "source": "https://www.vernonhills.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}