Park Forest, Illinois
Upcoming
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Park Forest Board of Trustees will consider approving several contracts, including the purchase of a spare electrolyzer for $36,476.36, a sewer line replacement and water service upgrade at 356 Minocqua St for $53,151.18, and the resurfacing of the North Downtown parking lot for $200,000. The board will also hold a first reading and discussion of an ordinance authorizing a real estate sale and development agreement with New Southtown Investments for a Battery Energy Storage System facility at 90 S. Orchard Drive for $28,711. Proclamations honoring John Ruffin and recognizing July as Parks and Recreation Month will be presented.
- Purchase of 1 spare Wallace and Tieman OSEC Electrolyzer for $36,476.36
- Sewer line replacement and water service upgrade at 356 Minocqua St for $53,151.18
- North Downtown Parking Lot Resurfacing contract not to exceed $200,000
- First reading of ordinance for Battery Energy Storage System facility at 90 S. Orchard Drive with $28,711 development agreement
- Approval of minutes from April 20, May 4, May 7, May 18, and June 6, 2026 meetings
Recent meetings
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees will conduct the final reading and vote to adopt the budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. They will also discuss and vote on two easement agreements (temporary construction and culvert) for the property at 23 Thorn Creek Drive. Consent items include approving the minutes from the May 5 and May 6 meetings and a resolution recognizing Sandra Zoellner for her service.
- Final reading of ordinance adopting the FY2026-27 budget (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027)
- Resolution authorizing temporary construction easement at 23 Thorn Creek Drive
- Resolution authorizing culvert easement at 23 Thorn Creek Drive
- Resolution recognizing and thanking Sandra Zoellner for dedicated service
- Approval of minutes from the May 5 and May 6, 2026 regular meetings
Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes
The Board of Trustees will conduct a Saturday rules meeting with only audience-to-visitors and department updates on the agenda. No ordinances, resolutions, or votes are listed for consideration. The meeting is procedural in nature.
- No specific items listed on agenda beyond audience comment and department updates
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold an optional consultation to review a proposed Planned Unit Development (PUD) Special Use Permit for the former St. Irenaeus Catholic Church campus at 78 Cherry Street, to be redeveloped as the Women’s Empowerment Center and Network. Staff will present analysis of zoning classifications, required use exceptions, and steps needed before a formal application. No formal recommendation, approval, or denial will be made at this meeting.
- Concept Plan Consultation for a Planned Unit Development at 78 Cherry Street (discussion only)
- Review of Residential Care Facility classification for the former convent and rectory (Buildings 1 and 2)
- Review of Indoor Entertainment/Recreation classification for the former church building (Building 3)
- Review of Day Care Center and other uses for the former school building (Building 4)
- Public comments limited to a total of 30 minutes
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board will hold a public hearing on the FY 2026‑2027 budget and consider the final reading of the ordinance adopting the FY 2025‑2026 budget. It will also take the first reading of the ordinance adopting the FY 2026‑2027 budget. In addition, the Board will vote on several contract awards and resolutions for village services and infrastructure.
- Award contract to Western Utility for street light repairs‑conduit installation, up to $53,685.50
- Award contract to Ferguson Waterworks for water main repair sleeves, up to $43,353.30
- Purchase one skid steer from ALTA Equipment Company for $60,766.64
- Renew landscape maintenance contract with Shelton Landscape for areas #1‑#10, $37,884
- Renew landscape maintenance contract with Dutch Valley Landscape for areas #12‑#18, $48,832
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes awarding the Central Park and Freedom Hall asphalt replacement contract to Suburban Sealcoat for $56,050, renewing the tree pruning and removal contract with Homer Tree Service at the stated per‑inch rates, and a final reading of an ordinance to sell the property at 2551 South Western Avenue to Goodyear Car Care for $10,000. The meeting also contains the first reading of an amendment to the 2025‑2026 annual budget. Proclamations designating Emergency Medical Services Week and National Public Works Week will also be adopted.
- Award Central Park and Freedom Hall Asphalt Replacement contract to Suburban Sealcoat – $56,050
- Renew 2026/27 tree pruning contract with Homer Tree Service – $3.63 per inch, tree removal – $30.50 per inch
- Final reading of ordinance authorizing sale of 2551 S Western Avenue to Goodyear Car Care for $10,000
- First reading of amendment to Ordinance No. 2240 adopting the 2025‑2026 annual budget
- Proclamations for Emergency Medical Services Week and National Public Works Week
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees is holding a special rules meeting to review proposed budgets for the Public Works and Recreation, Park & Community Health departments. No ordinances, public hearings, or votes on specific projects are scheduled.
- Public Works budget review includes MFT, Water, Sewer, Municipal Parking, Refuse, Vehicle Services
- Recreation, Park & Community Health budget review includes Building & Grounds, Aqua Center, Tennis & Health Club, Capital Projects, Vehicle Services
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees holds a special rules meeting focused on reviewing the fiscal year budget. Discussions cover Economic Development & Planning (including Downtown, Capital Projects, Sustainability, and TIF), the Fire Department (Vehicle Services), and Community Development (Housing). No votes or specific financial figures are listed in the agenda.
- Budget review for Economic Development & Planning: Downtown, Capital Projects, Sustainability, TIF
- Budget review for Fire Department: Vehicle Services
- Budget review for Community Development: Housing
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees holds a special rules meeting focused on reviewing the village budget. The agenda includes a financial summary and challenges, along with department-specific reviews for Police (Vehicle Services) and Administration/Finance (Manager’s Office, Board of Trustees, Boards and Commissions, Legal, Finance, Bond Retirement, Retirement Funds, and Other). No votes or specific proposals are listed.
- Budget Review with Introduction and Overview
- Financial Summary & Challenges
- Police Department Vehicle Services review
- Administration/Finance review covering Manager’s Office, Board of Trustees, Boards and Commissions, Legal, Finance, Bond Retirement, and Retirement Funds
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees will consider the introduction of the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget and related fiscal policies. Consent items include awarding contracts for residential water shutoff valve replacement ($305,500) and curb/sidewalk restoration ($183,727.50), plus final readings of ordinances on business registration fees, police alarm systems, alcohol licenses, sign variations, and sale of 15 properties. Debatable items also include first reading of an ordinance to sell 2551 S. Western Avenue and two Class 8 property tax incentives.
- Award of 2027 Residential Water Shutoff Valve Replacement contract to Aleck Plumbing for up to $305,500
- Award of 2027 Curb and Sidewalk Restoration Program to J & J Newell Concrete Contractors for up to $183,727.50
- Final reading of ordinances authorizing sale of 15 properties (10 Arrowhead Ct, 130 Algonquin St, etc.)
- First reading and discussion of ordinance to sell 2551 S. Western Avenue and approval of Class 8 tax incentive for that property
- Introduction of Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget and resolution adopting fiscal policies
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees will consider consent items including awarding contracts for water treatment chemicals totaling over $1 million, and debatable items including first readings of ordinances to sell 11 properties at Arrowhead Ct, Algonquin St, Allegheny St, Arcadia St, Arrowhead St, and Apache St. Also up for discussion are the purchase of an ambulance for $438,409 and a CDBG sanitary sewer lining contract for up to $500,000. The meeting includes proclamations for Earth Month and Arbor Day.
- Award FY26-27 water treatment chemical contracts to five vendors totaling $1,035,636
- First Reading of ordinance to sell 11 village-owned properties (10 Arrowhead Ct, 130 Algonquin St, 238 Allegheny St, 267 Arcadia St, 274 Arrowhead St, 3 Apache St, 60 Apache St, 22 Apache St, 34 Apache St, 276 Arrowhead St, 284 Arrowhead, 287 Allegheny St)
- Purchase of an ambulance via Suburban Purchasing Cooperative from Foster Coast for $438,409
- Award CDBG Sanitary Sewer Lining (CIPP) contract to Hoerr Construction for $389,100 (up to $500,000 grant)
- Discussion of Tower Structure Lease Agreement with New Cingular Wireless (AT&T)