Park Forest public meetings in 2021

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on December 13, 2021, to vote on a consent agenda and several debatable items. Key actions include final readings of ordinances for the 2022 tax levy, a partial abatement of the 2021 levy, and amendments to solid waste and water/sewer rate chapters. The board will also consider a $273,273 contract for Woodland Glen drainage improvements and a $27,314.55 repair for Engine 50 pump.

• Ordinance levying taxes for FY 2022-2023 (final reading)
• Ordinance to abate a portion of the 2021 tax levy (final reading)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 86 (Solid Waste) (final reading)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 106 (Water and Sewer Rates) (final reading)
• Contract for Woodland Glen Drainage Improvements with Austin Tyler, $273,273 (up to $300,600.30 with contingency)

The Board of Trustees approved the 2022-2023 tax levy ordinance, a tax levy abatement, and amendments to solid waste and water/sewer rate codes, all by 6-0 votes. The consent agenda, including resolutions honoring retirees, adopting the 2022 meeting schedule, and approving contracts for a pump repair and drainage improvements, was also approved unanimously.

• Approved 2022-2023 tax levy ordinance (6-0)
• Approved 2021 tax levy abatement ordinance (6-0)
• Approved solid waste code amendment (6-0)
• Approved water and sewer rate amendment (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions for retiree recognition, 2022 schedule, property disposal, speed limits, PACE agreement, land donation, pump repair ($27,314.55), and drainage contract ($300,600.30) (6-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing on the 2021 tax levy, which funds the 2022/2023 budget. Staff recommends a 0% increase over the previous year's extended levy, using fund balance and other adjustments to offset a proposed 4.12% increase. The board will also consider several resolutions and a feasibility study.

• Public hearing on 2021 tax levy ordinances (levy and abatement)
• Resolution adopting 2022 holiday and meeting schedule
• Aqua Center Covered Pool Feasibility Study
• Resolution authorizing 2022 Paratransit agreement with PACE
• Thorn Creek Subdivision Drainage Improvements - Woodland Glen

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a rules meeting on December 6, 2021, discussing multiple items but taking no formal votes. The board reviewed the 2022-2023 tax levy ordinance, a tax levy abatement, the 2022 holiday and meeting schedule, a feasibility study for enclosing the Aqua Center pools, a fire engine pump replacement, disposal of equipment, a speed limit reduction on Central Park Avenue, a PACE paratransit agreement, and a drainage improvement contract. All items are scheduled for action at the December 13 regular meeting.

• No formal votes taken; all items tabled for action at December 13 regular meeting
• Reviewed tax levy ordinance for FY 2022-2023 (first reading, public hearing held)
• Reviewed tax levy abatement ordinance for 2021
• Discussed 2022 holiday and meeting schedule, favoring 11 holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Discussed Aqua Center covered pool feasibility study (east and west pools)
• Discussed Engine 50 pump replacement (not repair) with six-year warranty
• Discussed disposal of four non-working equipment pieces
• Discussed speed limit reduction on Central Park Avenue from 35 to 30 mph

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

This Saturday rules meeting of the Board of Trustees has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is discussing three items at its November 22, 2021 Rules Meeting: an ordinance to amend solid waste rates (refuse hauling) with a proposed 12-year contract extension with Homewood/Star Disposal, an ordinance to amend water and sewer rates with multi-year increases, and a resolution to accept donation of 23 properties in the Eastgate Neighborhood from the South Suburban Land Bank. The board will also hear comments from the mayor, manager, trustees, attorney, and clerk, and take public comments.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 86 (Solid Waste) to set refuse rates for single-family homes, with monthly totals rising from $25.03 in 2022 to $36.02 by 2033
• Ordinance amending Chapter 106 (Water and Sewer Rates) with proposed water rate increases of 10% in first year then 5% annually, and sewer rate increases of 5% annually
• Resolution authorizing donation of 23 properties in Eastgate Neighborhood from South Suburban Land Bank to the Village
• Proposed 12-year refuse hauling contract extension with Homewood/Star Disposal, superseding current 10-year agreement (2014-2023)
• Water and sewer rate increases would raise average monthly bill for 3,100 gallons from $105.14 to $131.10 by 2026-27

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is holding a special Saturday rules meeting for a strategic planning discussion with consultants. The agenda contains no other business items, only the discussion and adjournment.

• Strategic planning discussion with consultants

The Board of Trustees met for a strategic planning session, reviewing SWOT and PESTLE analyses from staff and citizen focus groups. They discussed establishing SMART goals and assigned homework for trustees to review data and prepare goals. The next goal-setting meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2022, with each board member to submit at least 5 goals to B2B by December 18.

• Scheduled a goal-setting meeting for January 8, 2022, at 9 AM.
• Directed each board member to establish at least 5 goals to send to B2B representatives by December 18.
• Assigned trustees to review data reports and consider top 5 issues from SWOT/PESTLE and community survey results.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes establishing a $100,000 business support loan program using CARES Act funds, approving a $100,000 contract for a Downtown Master Plan update, adopting the estimated 2021 property tax levy, and several other routine items. The board will also hold first readings on ordinances amending solid waste and water/sewer rates, and a final reading on a storm water management ordinance. The meeting will adjourn to executive session to discuss selling village-owned property.

• Resolution to appropriate $100,000 in CARES Act funds for a Business Support Loan Program
• Resolution approving $100,000 contract with Houseal Lavigne for Downtown Master Plan update
• Resolution adopting estimated 2021 Property Tax Levy
• Motion to approve $136,343 purchase order for 2,436 tons of road salt from Compass Minerals
• Motion to contract with Custom Manufacturing for two bridges and two piers at Somonauk Nature Adventure Park, total not to exceed $99,660

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda unanimously (7-0), which included a $100,000 CARES Act Business Support Loan Program, a $100,000 contract for the Downtown Master Plan Update, the 2021 Property Tax Levy, and an intergovernmental agreement for the Jolly Trolley. The board also adopted an ordinance deleting grading permit sections and adopting storm water management regulations (7-0). Two ordinances on solid waste and water/sewer rates received first reading and will be discussed at the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0) including $100,000 CARES Act Business Support Loan Program
• Approved $100,000 contract with Houseal Lavigne for Downtown Master Plan Update (7-0)
• Adopted estimated 2021 Property Tax Levy (7-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Rich Township for Jolly Trolley (7-0)
• Authorized $136,343 purchase order for road salt from Compass Minerals (7-0)
• Approved $99,660 contract for two bridges and piers at Somonauk Nature Adventure Park (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance on storm water management, deleting grading permit sections (7-0)
• Gave first reading to solid waste and water/sewer rate ordinances; discussion at next meeting

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The scheduled Saturday meeting of the Village of Park Forest Board of Trustees for November 6, 2021, was cancelled.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially approve a 12-year residential refuse collection agreement with Homewood Disposal Services (Star Disposal) starting January 1, 2022. The contract sets a fixed rate for 2022 and annual 3.5% increases thereafter, raising the monthly customer rate from $25.03 to $36.02 by 2033. The board will also consider a business support loan program using CARES Act funds, a downtown master plan update contract, and other routine items.

• 12-year refuse contract with Star Disposal, 0% increase in year 1, 3.5% annual increases thereafter
• Resolution to establish a Business Support Loan Program utilizing CARES Act Funds
• Resolution approving contract for professional planning services for Downtown Master Plan update
• Estimated 2021 Tax Levy Resolution
• Ordinance deleting grading permit sections and adopting storm water management article

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting on November 1, 2021, to review agenda items for the upcoming November 15 regular meeting. No formal votes were taken; all items were placed on the agenda for action. The board discussed a residential refuse collection agreement extension with Star Disposal, a business support loan program using CARES Act funds, a contract for Downtown Master Plan update with Houseal Lavigne, a street salt purchase from Compass Minerals, an IDOT traffic signal agreement, a storm water ordinance amendment, and the 2021 tax levy resolution. The meeting was procedural, with no decisions made.

• No formal votes taken; all items tabled for Nov. 15 action
• Residential refuse collection agreement extension with Star Disposal discussed
• Business Support Loan Program using CARES Act funds discussed
• Contract for Downtown Master Plan update with Houseal Lavigne discussed
• Street salt purchase from Compass Minerals America Inc. discussed
• IDOT traffic signal agreement discussed
• Storm water ordinance amendment discussed
• 2021 tax levy resolution discussed

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially approve a resolution authorizing a three-year intergovernmental agreement with Rich Township to continue operating the Jolly Trolley transportation service from 2022 through 2024. The board will also receive updates on the Somonauk Nature Adventure Park bridges and fishing piers, as well as financial reports from several departments.

• Resolution approving IGA with Rich Township for Jolly Trolley, with Village costs capped at $55,000 annually (up from $51,000)
• Discussion of Somonauk Nature Adventure Park bridges and fishing piers
• Financial updates from Public Works, Recreation Parks & Community Health, and Economic Development

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held its Rules and Regular meetings on October 25, 2021. The only formal action taken was approval of the consent agenda, which included minutes from four September meetings. All other items—a Jolly Trolley intergovernmental agreement, a contract for Somonauk Nature Adventure Park bridges and fishing piers, and departmental financial updates—were presented for discussion only and scheduled for action at a future meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes of Sept 13 and Sept 27 meetings (6-0, 1 absent)
• Discussed 3-year Jolly Trolley IGA extension with Rich Township; action at next regular meeting
• Discussed $45,000-increased contract for Somonauk Nature Adventure Park bridges/fishing piers; action at next regular meeting
• Heard financial updates from Public Works, Recreation, and Economic Development departments

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a joint road resurfacing contract with Richton Park, endorsing the 2021 Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region, setting trick-or-treat hours, and approving the sale of two village-owned properties. They will also consider a text amendment to community residence use standards and a contract for a municipal facilities study.

• Award $794,165.40 joint resurfacing contract to Iroquois Paving; Park Forest's share $339,658.25 (total not to exceed $373,624.08)
• Approve intergovernmental agreement with Richton Park for joint resurfacing
• Endorse 2021 Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region
• Set trick-or-treat hours for Oct 31, 1-5 PM
• Authorize sale of 178 Nauvoo St and 336 Oswego St

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, which included the Trick or Treat hours resolution, the 2021 Climate Action Plan endorsement, a joint resurfacing contract with Iroquois Paving, and a facilities study contract. They also adopted three ordinances on final reading: a text amendment to community residence use standards, and the sale of real estate at 178 Nauvoo Street and 336 Oswego Street. All votes were 5-0 with two absent.

• Approved consent agenda including Trick or Treat hours, Climate Action Plan endorsement, Iroquois Paving resurfacing contract ($373,624.08 max), and StudioGC facilities study ($74,375 max) (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending community residence use standards (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing sale of 178 Nauvoo Street (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing sale of 336 Oswego Street (5-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially vote on several items, including a zoning text amendment for community residences (group homes) to address potential federal law violations, the sale of two properties, a joint road resurfacing contract with Richton Park, and a resolution endorsing a regional climate action plan. The board will also hear a presentation on American Recovery Plan Act funding and a comprehensive municipal facilities study.

• Ordinance to amend Article III-3.F. (Use Standards for Community Residences) of the Unified Development Ordinance
• Ordinance authorizing sale of real estate at 178 Nauvoo Street
• Ordinance authorizing sale of real estate at 336 Oswego Street
• Resolution endorsing the 2021 Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region
• Awarding of Park Forest/Richton Park Joint Resurfacing Contract

This was a Rules meeting with no formal votes. The Board reviewed ordinances to sell two Village-owned homes (178 Nauvoo and 336 Oswego) to Shahab Mehkri for $40,000 and $45,000, respectively, and a resolution endorsing the 2021 Climate Action Plan. It also discussed a joint resurfacing contract with Richton Park, a Motor Fuel Tax resolution, an intergovernmental agreement, and a facilities study. All items were placed on the October 18 agenda for action.

• No formal votes were taken; all items were tabled for action at the October 18 Regular Meeting.
• Reviewed ordinance to sell 178 Nauvoo Street to Shahab Mehkri for $40,000 (net profit $24,000).
• Reviewed ordinance to sell 336 Oswego Street to Shahab Mehkri for $45,000 (net profit $28,000).
• Reviewed resolution endorsing the 2021 Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region.
• Discussed awarding joint resurfacing contract to Iroquois Paving of Watseka.
• Discussed MFT resolution and intergovernmental agreement for joint resurfacing with Richton Park.
• Discussed awarding facilities study contract to StudioGC Inc.

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a Saturday rules meeting with no public attendees. They reviewed the finalized community survey report, discussed upcoming agenda items for the October 4th Board meeting, and noted the voluntary inspection program's start and increased home sales. A date is being explored for rededicating street names with Confederate ties.

• Community survey report finalized and to be distributed at Monday's Board meeting
• Voluntary inspection program went into effect October 1st
• Over 200 of 400 home sales in Park Forest exceeded $100k this year
• Exploring October 30th at Freedom Hall for street renaming rededication
• Ribbon cutting at Lolo's Gourmet Cookies from 1-3 pm

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting with no public comment. They reviewed the finalized community survey report and discussed upcoming agenda items for the October 4th Board meeting. Trustee Woods proposed exploring October 30th at Freedom Hall for a street rededication ceremony, and the Village Manager will check availability. No formal decisions were made.

• Reviewed finalized community survey report (no vote)
• Discussed agenda items for October 4th Board meeting (no vote)
• Proposed October 30th date for street rededication event at Freedom Hall (to be explored)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Village of Park Forest Board of Trustees met on September 27, 2021, to approve a $3,389,000 contract for a new elevated storage tank at the Water Treatment Plant and a $286,433 purchase for a new ambulance. The board also voted on ordinances regarding real estate sales at 178 Nauvoo Street and 336 Oswego Street, as well as amendments to alcoholic beverage licensing and community residence use standards. A special rules meeting held earlier that day focused on a presentation of property tax issues.

• Contract award of $3,389,000 to Chicago Bridge and Iron (CBI) Storage Tank Solution LLC for an elevated storage tank
• Purchase of a new Advanced Life Support Ambulance from Foster Coast Sales, Inc./Horton Emergency Vehicles for $286,433
• Ordinance authorizing the sale of real estate at 178 Nauvoo Street (First Reading)
• Ordinance authorizing the sale of real estate at 336 Oswego Street (First Reading)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 6, Section 6-49 regarding the number of alcoholic beverage licenses (Final Reading)

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a special rules meeting to discuss property tax issues, then a regular meeting where they approved the consent agenda, including a $3,389,000 contract for an elevated storage tank and a $286,433 ambulance purchase. They also adopted an ordinance related to alcoholic beverage licenses (final reading) and heard first readings on a zoning text amendment and two property sales. The board adjourned to executive session for the manager's evaluation.

• Approved $3,389,000 contract with CBI Storage Tank Solutions for elevated storage tank (7-0)
• Approved $286,433 purchase of new Advanced Life Support Ambulance from Foster Coast Sales (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages) Section 6-49 (Number Limited) (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, retirement resolution, IRMA delegate appointment, and Fire and Police Advisory Council renaming (7-0)
• Appointed Janis Marcotte to Recreation and Parks Board unexpired term (7-0)
• Heard first reading of text amendment to UDO Article III-3.F (Community Residences)
• Heard first reading of ordinance authorizing sale of 178 Nauvoo Street
• Heard first reading of ordinance authorizing sale of 336 Oswego Street

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially vote on an ordinance amending the number of liquor licenses, including new licenses for Bounce 2 It Party Room, Theater 47, and Stacy's Bistro, and removing licenses from JET Foods. They will also consider appointing Jason Miller as delegate to IRMA, purchasing a new Advanced Life Support Ambulance, and awarding a $3,389,000 contract for a new elevated storage tank at the Water Treatment Plant.

• Ordinance to increase Class N (BYOB) licenses from 1 to 2 for Bounce 2 It Party Room at 348 Main St.
• Change Theater 47's license from Class H to Class A (tavern) at 371 Artists Walk.
• New Class A license for Stacy's Bistro at 90 S. Orchard Dr., increasing Class A from 4 to 6.
• Remove Class A, F, and L licenses from JET Foods at 120 S. Orchard Dr. for not opening.
• Award $3,389,000 contract to Chicago Bridge and Iron for new elevated storage tank.

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting and a special regular meeting on September 13, 2021. At the rules meeting, they discussed but took no final action on several items, including a liquor license ordinance, an IRMA delegate appointment, a new ambulance, and a water tank contract. At the special regular meeting, the Board approved the consent agenda, which included minutes and appointments, and gave first reading to the liquor license ordinance, which will be discussed further at the next regular meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0, 1 absent), including minutes and appointments
• Gave first reading to liquor license ordinance (no vote; to be discussed next meeting)
• Discussed but took no action on IRMA delegate appointment
• Discussed but took no action on new ambulance contract
• Discussed but took no action on elevated storage tank contract

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

This was a Saturday rules meeting of the Board of Trustees, held at the fire station. The board asked questions of the Fire Chief and toured the facility; no formal decisions or public hearings were held. The meeting was adjourned after the tour.

• Fire Chief Tracy Natyshok answered board questions and led a tour of the fire station
• No public attendees were present
• Meeting adjourned at 11:47 a.m.

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Intergovernmental Joint Review Board is meeting to review the fiscal year-end operating results and discuss the current status and upcoming budget for the DownTown and Norwood Square Tax Increment Finance (TIF) districts. The board will also handle administrative items such as selecting a public member and chair, approving minutes, and reviewing reporting requirements.

• Review of FY2020 fiscal year-end operating results for DownTown and Norwood Square TIF districts
• Discussion of current TIF status and upcoming budget
• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2020 meeting
• Selection of public member and chair
• Review of reporting requirements including interested parties registry and annual reporting to State Comptroller

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will review several items including engineering contracts for Shabbona Drive and South Orchard Drive. The agenda also includes the purchase of two police interceptor vehicles and a solar project for the Water Treatment Plant.

• Appropriation of $78,646 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for Shabbona Drive and South Orchard Drive improvements
• Engineering Services Agreement with Baxter and Wood/Woodman Consulting Engineers not to exceed $78,646
• Purchase of two 2022 Ford Utility Police Interceptor vehicles for $71,210
• Solar Project agreement with Balance Solar and YellowLite for the Water Treatment Plant
• Denial of fence location variations at 133 and 201 Illinois Street

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, which included denying fence variances at 133 and 201 Illinois Street, appropriating $78,646 for road design, purchasing two police vehicles, and approving a solar project. They also adopted a final ordinance amending the vegetation code to add tree preservation regulations. All votes were 6-0 with one trustee absent.

• Approved consent agenda including fence variance denials, road design funding, police vehicle purchase, and solar project (6-0)
• Denied major variation for fence at 133 Illinois Street (consent agenda)
• Denied major variation for fence at 201 Illinois Street (consent agenda)
• Appropriated $78,646 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for Shabbona Drive and South Orchard Drive design (consent agenda)
• Approved $78,646 design engineering agreement with Baxter and Woodman (consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of two 2022 Ford Police Interceptor vehicles for $71,210 (consent agenda)
• Approved solar project agreement with Balance Solar and YellowLite (consent agenda)
• Adopted tree preservation ordinance amending Chapter 110 (6-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will review resolutions regarding fence location variations at 133 and 201 Illinois Street. The meeting also includes discussions on a solar project for the water treatment plant and an ordinance amendment for tree preservation.

• Resolution denying fence variation at 133 Illinois Street
• Resolution denying fence variation at 201 Illinois Street
• Solar Project to Offset Energy Usage of Water Treatment Plant
• Ordinance amending Chapter 110 to add Article IV (Tree Preservation)
• Acquisition of two 2022 Ford Utility SUV Police Interceptors

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting to discuss agenda items for the August 16 Regular Meeting. No formal votes were taken; all items were presented for discussion and will be considered for approval at the next meeting. Items include denying fence variances at 133 and 201 Illinois Street, a solar project for the water treatment plant, a tree preservation ordinance, police vehicle purchases, and road engineering agreements.

• Denial of fence variance at 133 Illinois St. recommended for Aug. 16 approval
• Denial of fence variance at 201 Illinois St. recommended for Aug. 16 approval
• Solar project with YellowLite presented for Aug. 16 approval
• Tree preservation ordinance (Chapter 110) had first reading, set for Aug. 16
• Purchase of two 2022 Ford Utility SUV Police Interceptors set for Aug. 16
• Engineering services agreement with Baxter Woodman for Shabbona/Orchard Dr. set for Aug. 16
• MFT Resolution for non-FAU road design costs set for Aug. 16

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a strategic planning workshop with B2B Strategic Solutions, discussing SWOT and PESTLE analyses, mission/vision statements, and resident survey results. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and adjourned without action.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Trustees provided input for SWOT and PESTLE analyses (not shared publicly)
• Scheduled resident focus group for August 25, 2021

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees met to approve various service contracts, including street lighting repairs and park improvements. The meeting also included discussions regarding a new tree preservation ordinance and upcoming budget actions.

• Contract for Indianwood Street Lighting Repairs to Utility Dynamics for up to $63,360
• Purchase of Wallace & Tiernan Rectifier/Transformer for $55,95 $55,959
• Basketball court construction at Somonauk Park with Suburban Sealcoat Asphalt Paving & Concrete Construction not to exceed $30,800
• Urban Forestry Maintenance Contract with Homer Tree Service and Winkler’s Tree and Landscape up to $80,000
• First reading of an ordinance to add a Tree Preservation article to the Village Code

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included authorizing a $55,959 purchase order for a rectifier/transformer system, awarding a street lighting repair contract to Utility Dynamics for up to $63,360, and contracting for a basketball court at Somonauk Park for up to $30,800. The agenda also included tree removal and pruning contracts, and appointments to the Economic Development Advisory Group and Youth Commission. An ordinance amending the vegetation code to add tree preservation was given first reading and will be discussed at the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda with 7 ayes, 0 nays.
• Authorized purchase order to Wallace & Tiernan for $55,959 for a rectifier/transformer system.
• Awarded Indianwood Street Lighting Repair contract to Utility Dynamics for $57,600 plus 10% contingency, total not to exceed $63,360.
• Authorized contract with Suburban Sealcoat for basketball court construction at Somonauk Park, total not to exceed $30,800.
• Authorized contracts with Homer Tree Service and Winkler's Tree and Landscape for tree removal and pruning, within $80,000 budget.
• Appointed Margaret Banks as Vice Chairperson of EDAG, term to expire 12/31/21.
• Appointed Denise Williams-Harvey to EDAG unexpired term to expire 12/31/23.
• Appointed Diane Yarborough to Youth Commission unexpired term to expire 12/31/23.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will discuss and likely vote on awarding a $57,600 contract to Utility Dynamics for street lighting repairs on Indianwood Boulevard, plus a $55,959 purchase of a water treatment rectifier. They will also consider basketball court improvements and urban forestry maintenance contracts. The meeting includes public comments and an executive session.

• Award $57,600 contract to Utility Dynamics for Indianwood Blvd lighting repairs (with 10% contingency, total not to exceed $63,360)
• Purchase Wallace & Tiernan rectifier/transformer for #2 OSEC system for $55,959
• Basketball court project at Somonauk Park
• Urban forestry maintenance contracts

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting on July 12, 2021, where they reviewed four proposed contracts but took no formal action, deferring all items to the next regular meeting. The items included street lighting repairs, a water plant transformer, a basketball court replacement, and urban forestry maintenance. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to enter executive session.

• Reviewed awarding Indianwood Street Lighting Repairs to Utilities Dynamics (lowest bidder) - deferred to next regular meeting
• Reviewed contract to purchase a Wallace & Tiernan Rectifier/Transformer for #2 OSEC System - deferred to next regular meeting
• Reviewed basketball court replacement at Somonauk Park with Suburban Sealcoat Asphalt Paving & Concrete Construction - deferred to next regular meeting
• Reviewed urban forestry maintenance contracts with Homer Tree Care, Inc. (pruning) and Winkler's Tree and Landscape (removal) - deferred to next regular meeting
• Voted unanimously (6-0, 1 absent) to adjourn into executive session for collective negotiating and litigation matters

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

This Saturday Rules Meeting of the Board of Trustees has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is holding a Rules and Regular meeting on June 28, 2021, with the main action being a resolution to authorize the sale of two 2006 Ford Expeditions at a public auto auction. The consent agenda also includes approving prior meeting minutes and resolutions thanking two departing employees. The meeting includes standard reports and public comment periods.

• Resolution authorizing sale of two 2006 Ford Expeditions at America's Auto Auction in Crestwood, IL
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from May 17 and May 24, 2021 meetings
• Resolutions recognizing Monica DeLord and William Gott for dedicated service
• Public auction scheduled for July 20, 2021

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held its regular meeting on June 28, 2021, and approved the consent agenda, which included the sale of two high-mileage vehicles by public auction, as well as resolutions honoring two retiring staff members. The board also adjourned into executive session to discuss employee matters, with no action taken afterward.

• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes from May 17 and May 24 meetings.
• Approved a resolution authorizing the sale of two vehicles (over 270,000 miles) at public auction.
• Approved a resolution recognizing Monica DeLord for her service.
• Approved a resolution in appreciation of William Gott for his service.
• Adjourned to executive session for employee-related discussions.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will consider consent items including two sewer contracts and resolutions honoring retiring staff, plus final readings of ordinances on voluntary home inspections, the FY2021-22 budget, and liquor license limits. The meeting includes public comment and reports from officials.

• Award SL-RAT 3-year sanitary sewer investigation contract to Dukes Root Control for $74,250 (max $81,675)
• Award 2020 CDBG sanitary sewer lining (CIPP) contract to Michels for $363,233.50 (max $399,556.85)
• Final reading: ordinance creating voluntary inspection process for single-family dwellings
• Final reading: ordinance adopting FY2021-22 budget
• Final reading: ordinance amending Chapter 6 on alcoholic beverage license limits

The Board of Trustees approved the FY2021-22 budget ordinance, a voluntary single-family inspection ordinance, and an alcoholic beverage license limit ordinance. It also approved a consent agenda including sewer investigation and lining contracts, and recognized retiring staff and community members.

• Adopted FY2021-22 budget ordinance (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted voluntary single-family inspection ordinance (5-0, 1 absent, 1 abstain)
• Adopted alcoholic beverage license limit ordinance (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $81,675 SL-RAT sewer investigation contract with Dukes Root Control
• Approved $399,556.85 CDBG sewer lining contract with Michels
• Approved resolutions honoring Ryan Roberts and Janet Brown

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY 2021-2022 budget, which totals $30,147,144 for general corporate purposes. The board will also discuss a new Class G liquor license for Poppin Plates at 343 Main Street, a voluntary inspection process for single-family homes, and two sewer contracts. The meeting includes routine comments from officials and an audience period.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance adopting FY 2021-2022 budget ($30,147,144 general corporate purposes)
• Ordinance to increase Class G liquor licenses from 0 to 1 for Poppin Plates at 343 Main Street
• Ordinance creating voluntary inspection process for single-family dwelling units
• Awarding SL-RAT 3-year sanitary sewer investigation contract
• 2020 CDBG sanitary sewer lining (CIPP) contract

The Board of Trustees approved a $13 million General Obligation Refunding Bond ordinance and adopted the FY2021-2022 budget at first reading. The consent agenda, including a three-year audit contract with Lauterbach and Amen, was approved unanimously. Several items, including a Class G liquor license for Poppin Plates and a voluntary home inspection ordinance, were introduced for action at the next regular meeting.

• Approved $13M General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021 (7-0)
• Adopted FY2021-2022 budget ordinance at first reading (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including audit contract with Lauterbach and Amen (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Lee Irvin's retirement (7-0)
• Appointed Batura Otara to Beautification Awards Committee (7-0)
• Appointed Trustee Maya Hardy as Cable Communications Commission liaison (7-0)
• Appointed Trustee Erin Slone as Environment Commission liaison (7-0)

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The scheduled Saturday meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Village of Park Forest was cancelled.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will discuss issuing up to $13,000,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds to refinance outstanding debt from a 2012 bond and several IEPA loans, aiming to reduce interest costs. The board will also consider an ordinance amending the current fiscal year budget, a request for audit services, and a resolution supporting restoration of LGDF revenue. This is a rules meeting for discussion, with formal action likely at a later meeting.

• Ordinance authorizing up to $13,000,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021
• Ordinance amending the annual budget for FY 2020-2021 (Ordinance No. 2142)
• Audit Services Request
• Resolution supporting restoration of LGDF (Local Government Distributive Fund) revenue

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a rules meeting and a regular meeting on May 24, 2021. At the rules meeting, they discussed a $13M bond refunding ordinance, a budget amendment, an audit services contract, and a resolution supporting LGDF revenue restoration. At the regular meeting, they approved the consent agenda, which included the LGDF resolution and various appointments, and received first reading of a voluntary inspection ordinance for single-family homes.

• Approved consent agenda including LGDF revenue restoration resolution (7-0)
• Appointed Judy Gonzalez to Human Relations Commission (unexpired term to Dec 31, 2022)
• Appointed trustees to committee chairs and liaisons (7-0)
• Discussed $13M GO Refunding Bonds ordinance for June 7 action
• Discussed budget amendment for FY 2020-21 for June 7 action
• Discussed 3-year audit contract with Lauterbach & Amen for June 7 action
• Received first reading of voluntary inspection ordinance for single-family units

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will vote on several contracts for road and sidewalk repairs, including a $13 million bond issuance to refund outstanding obligations. They will also consider amendments to engineering agreements for water main and roadway design, and a budget amendment ordinance.

• Contract with Olthoff, Inc. for curb and sidewalk restoration, $121,584.24 (up to $139,821.88 with contingency)
• Contract with D Construction for asphalt patching, $90,000 (up to $175,000 with contingency)
• Contract with M/J Asphalt for maintenance yard resurfacing, $114,968 (up to $143,710 with contingency)
• Amendment to engineering agreement with Baxter and Woodman for roadway design, additional $33,950
• Ordinance for $13,000,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021 (first reading)

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for sidewalk and curb restoration ($121,584.24), asphalt patching ($90,000), maintenance yard resurfacing ($114,968), and two amended engineering agreements with Baxter and Woodman. The board also held first readings for an ordinance amending the FY2020-21 budget and an ordinance authorizing up to $13,000,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds, both to be considered at a subsequent meeting. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent agenda and procedural first readings.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0) including sidewalk/curb contract with Olthoff, Inc. for $121,584.24
• Approved asphalt patching contract with D Construction for $90,000
• Approved maintenance yard resurfacing contract with M/J Asphalt for $114,968
• Approved amended engineering agreement with Baxter and Woodman for $33,950 (roadway design)
• Approved amended engineering agreement with Baxter and Woodman for $49,000 (water main design)
• Held first reading of ordinance amending FY2020-21 budget
• Held first reading of ordinance authorizing up to $13,000,000 in GO Refunding Bonds

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will meet to review budgets for the Public Works Department and Administration/Finance. The meeting also includes discussions regarding bond retirement and retirement funds.

• Budget review for Public Works (MFT, Water, Sewer, Municipal Parking, Refuse, Vehicle Services)
• Budget review for Administration/Finance (Manager’s Office, Boards and Commissions, Legal, Finance)
• Discussion of bond retirement
• Discussion of retirement funds

The Board of Trustees held a special rules meeting to review the proposed 2021/2022 budget, with department heads presenting their sections. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational, with a public hearing and readings scheduled for June. The board adjourned without taking action.

• Reviewed Public Works budget, including sidewalk grant along Rt. 30
• Reviewed Administration/Finance budget, including PAFR conversion proposal
• Scheduled public hearing and first reading for June 7, final reading for June 21
• Adjourned at 9:49 p.m. (motion by Settles, second by Graham)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is holding a special rules meeting to review the village budget for the Recreation, Parks & Community Health and Economic Development departments. The review covers specific areas such as the Aqua Center, Tennis & Health Club, Downtown, and capital projects. No final decisions are being made; this is a discussion and review session.

• Budget review for Recreation, Parks & Community Health
• Budget review for Economic Development
• Discussion of Aqua Center and Tennis & Health Club budgets
• Review of Downtown and TIF budgets
• Review of capital projects and vehicle services

The Board of Trustees held a special rules meeting and budget review, hearing departmental summaries and updates. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with a reminder of the upcoming budget date of May 10.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees is holding a special rules meeting to review the village budget. The agenda includes an introduction, financial summary and challenges, and department-specific reviews for Fire, Police, and Community Development, followed by adjournment.

• Budget review for Fire Department vehicle services
• Budget review for Police Department vehicle services
• Budget review for Community Development housing

The Board of Trustees held a special rules meeting and budget review for the 2021/2022 fiscal year. Department heads presented their budget summaries, including the Fire Department's staffing and grant-funded additions, the Police Department's COVID-19 challenges and youth programs, and Community Development's building permit activity. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will hold a remote Rules Meeting on May 3, 2021, to introduce the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget and discuss awarding contracts for curb/sidewalk restoration, asphalt patching, and maintenance yard resurfacing. The board will also consider amendments to engineering service agreements for IEPA loans related to roadway improvements and water main design. The budget is balanced using a portion of the General Fund balance and addresses COVID-19 impacts.

• Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget introduction; review sessions May 4, 6, 10, and 13
• Contract award to Olthoff, Inc. for curb/sidewalk restoration: $121,584.24 (max $139,821.88 with 15% contingency)
• Contract award to D Construction for asphalt patching: $90,000 (max $175,000 with contingency)
• Contract award to M/J Asphalt for maintenance yard resurfacing at 75 Park Street: $114,968 (max $143,710 with 25% contingency)
• Amendments to Engineering Service Agreements for IEPA loans for roadway improvements and water main design

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a rules meeting on May 3, 2021, where they received presentations on the FY2021/2022 budget and several public works contracts, but took no formal votes. All items were placed on the agenda for action at the next regular meeting. The board also swore in re-elected and newly elected trustees and observed a moment of silence for a deceased commissioner.

• Swore in re-elected Trustees Settles, Hardy, and newly elected Trustee Slone
• Heard FY2021/2022 budget introduction; placed on agenda for first reading
• Heard curb and sidewalk restoration contract bid; placed on agenda for action
• Heard asphalt patching program contract bid; placed on agenda for action
• Heard maintenance yard resurfacing contract bid; placed on agenda for action
• Heard IEPA loan engineering amendments; placed on agenda for action
• Adjourned unanimously (7-0)

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

This Saturday Rules Meeting of the Board of Trustees was cancelled. No business will be conducted. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard accessibility information.

• Meeting cancelled

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting via conference call to consider a consent agenda that includes adopting fiscal policies for the 2021/2022 budget, entering an intergovernmental agreement with Cook County, awarding contracts for water treatment chemicals and a new dump truck, and approving bids for park grading and landscape maintenance. The board will also vote on appointments to the Beautification Awards Committee. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

• Adopting Fiscal Policies for the 2021/2022 Fiscal Year Budget, including a 0% increase in departmental expenditures and a 2.75% salary increase
• Entering an Intergovernmental Agreement with Cook County for the 2020 Invest in Cook Program
• Awarding contracts for water treatment chemicals totaling over $600,000
• Approving a purchase order for a 2022 International HV507 Dump Truck for $161,337.76
• Appointing Arteilla Sanchez and Annie James to the Beautification Awards Committee

The Park Forest Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda unanimously (7-0), which included adopting fiscal policies for the 2021/2022 budget, an intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for the Invest in Cook program, a contract for water treatment chemicals, purchase of a dump truck, and contract bids for Somonauk Park grading and landscape maintenance. The board also appointed Arteilla Sanchez and Annie James to the Beautification Awards Committee. No public comments were received, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:46 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda including fiscal policies, IGA with Cook County, and contracts (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 2022 International HV507 dump truck (consent agenda)
• Approved contract bids for Somonauk Park pond/hillock grading (consent agenda)
• Approved contract bids for landscape maintenance (consent agenda)
• Appointed Arteilla Sanchez to Beautification Awards Committee (consent agenda)
• Appointed Annie James to Beautification Awards Committee (consent agenda)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (7-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will hold a special rules meeting to consider several resolutions and contracts. Key items include adopting fiscal policies for the 2021/2022 budget, which set a 0% increase in departmental expenditures, a 2.75% salary increase, and 5% increases in water and sewer rates. The board will also recognize the Fire and Police Departments for their service during the COVID-19 pandemic, enter an intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for the Invest in Cook program, and consider contracts for water treatment chemicals, a dump truck purchase, and park grading and landscape maintenance.

• Resolution recognizing Fire and Police Departments for uninterrupted service during COVID-19 pandemic
• Resolution adopting fiscal policies for 2021/2022 budget, including 0% departmental spending increase, 2.75% salary increase, water rate increase to $17.24 per 1,000 gallons, sewer rate increase to $3.15 per 1,000 gallons
• Intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for 2020 Invest in Cook Program
• Contract for water treatment chemicals
• Purchase of 2022 International HV507 dump truck to replace vehicle #557

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a special rules meeting and a regular meeting on April 19, 2021. At the regular meeting, the board approved the consent agenda (including resolutions and motions) and two ordinances on final reading, all by unanimous 7-0 votes. The special rules meeting was informational only, with no votes taken; items discussed were placed on the agenda for action at a subsequent regular meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, COVID-19 service resolution, street dedication resolution, Fire and Police Advisory Council resolution, $84,891 sidewalk appropriation, small cell wireless pole agreement, and sidewalk engineering agreements (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages) Section 6-49 (Number Limited) (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance approving text amendment to Table III-2-A and Section III-3 of the Unified Development Ordinance (7-0)
• Adjourned both meetings unanimously (7-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The April 5, 2021 Rules Meeting of the Board of Trustees has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially vote on several items at its March 22, 2021 Rules Meeting, including an ordinance to permit limited light manufacturing in C-2 and C-3 commercial districts, a resolution for a small cell wireless antenna agreement, and a resolution to establish a Fire and Police Advisory Council. The board will also consider appropriating $84,891 for new sidewalks along Route 30 and amending liquor license limits. Public comment is accepted via email due to COVID-19.

• Ordinance to allow light manufacturing in C-2 and C-3 districts, requiring 500 sq ft retail space
• Resolution authorizing Master Pole Agreement for small cell wireless antennas
• Resolution establishing Fire and Police Advisory Council
• $84,891 appropriation for sidewalk construction along Route 30 from Orchard to Easter
• Ordinance reducing Class A liquor licenses from 6 to 4 and Class L from 4 to 3

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a rules meeting on March 22, 2021, where all six agenda items were discussed and will be placed on the next regular meeting agenda. No final votes were taken; the board heard presentations on liquor license removals, a zoning text amendment, a small cell wireless agreement, a fire and police advisory council, street rededications, and a sidewalk project. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Advanced ordinance to remove two Class A and one Class L liquor licenses for closed businesses to next meeting
• Advanced zoning text amendment for light manufacturing flexibility to next meeting
• Advanced AT&T small cell wireless pole agreement to next meeting
• Advanced resolution establishing Fire and Police Advisory Council to next meeting
• Advanced resolution rededicating Davis, Early, Jackson & Lee Streets to next meeting
• Advanced sidewalk installation agreements and $84,891 appropriation for Route 30 to next meeting

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees met via conference call to approve various municipal contracts, including street resurfacing, water valve maintenance, and waste removal. The agenda also included resolutions for economic development incentives and police department honors.

• Well Street Resurfacing contract with Iroquois Paving for up to $494,950.21
• Aqua Center management agreement with CELTS Aquatics Group for $637,297 over 3 years
• Residential Water Shut Off Valve Replacement contract renewal for $228,375
• Removal of Lime Residuals contract renewal with Greg Hamann Trucking Co up to $290,586.68
• Purchase of two F350 trucks for Recreation & Parks totaling $88,398

The Board unanimously approved a consent agenda including a resolution naming Timothy Jones an Honorary Detective with badge number 204, and approved a $637,297 contract with CELTS Aquatics Group to manage the Aqua Center. It also passed a final-reading ordinance authorizing a loan agreement for the Public Water Supply Loan Program. Two ordinances received first reading and will be discussed at the next rules meeting.

• Approved resolution assigning Timothy Jones as Honorary Detective with badge number 204
• Approved consent agenda including 12 items, all passed 7-0
• Approved contract with CELTS Aquatics Group for Aqua Center management, $637,297 over 3 years
• Approved purchase of two 2021 F350 trucks for $88,398 total
• Approved contract renewal with Calumet City Plumbing for water shut-off maintenance, $228,375
• Approved contract renewal with Greg Hamann Trucking for lime residual removal, up to $290,586.68
• Approved contract with Iroquois Paving for Well Street resurfacing, up to $494,950.21
• Adopted ordinance authorizing loan agreement for Public Water Supply Loan Program (final reading)

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a rules meeting to review and revise draft questions for a community survey, intended to gather resident feedback, possibly replacing larger forums during the pandemic. The board discussed survey logistics, including optional personal details for a raffle, a self-addressed stamped envelope option, and an electronic version using Google Docs. They also suggested a separate survey for business owners and a mapping schematic of the village.

• Reviewed and revised draft survey questions
• Suggested separate survey for business owners, including home-based businesses
• Discussed optional name/address for raffle entry
• Considered electronic survey via Google Docs
• Requested mapping schematic of neighborhoods and facilities

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will consider approving Cook County Class 8 property tax incentive renewals for Homewood Disposal at 25 and 30 South Street, along with a truck purchase for Recreation & Parks and awarding the Well Street resurfacing contract. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

• Consideration of Class 8 incentive renewal for 25 South Street (PINS 31-25-209-016, -017, -018)
• Consideration of Class 8 incentive renewal for 30 South Street
• Truck purchase for Recreation & Parks
• Awarding of Well Street resurfacing contract
• Conditions include increasing franchise fee from $5,000 to $15,000 and rate freeze

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting and discussed four items but took no formal votes. They considered Cook County Class 8 tax incentive renewals for Homewood Star Disposal at 25 and 30 South Street, a truck purchase for Recreation & Parks, and awarding a Well Street resurfacing contract to Iroquois Paving. All items were placed on the agenda for the next regular meeting. The meeting was procedural, with no decisions made.

• Discussed Cook County Class 8 incentive renewal for Homewood Star Disposal at 25 South Street; placed on next rules meeting agenda.
• Discussed Cook County Class 8 incentive renewal for Homewood Star Disposal at 30 South Street; placed on next regular meeting agenda.
• Discussed purchase of two vehicles for Recreation & Parks; placed on next regular meeting agenda.
• Discussed awarding Well Street resurfacing contract to Iroquois Paving; placed on next regular meeting agenda.
• Adjourned the meeting unanimously with 7 ayes, 0 nays.

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Park Forest Village Board held a strategic planning workshop to review six-month financial results and the proposed Five Year Capital Plan for FY 2021/2022. Department heads presented capital needs for fire, police, public works, recreation, and downtown. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion and planning.

• Interest earnings at 21% of budget due to Fed rate cuts
• Planned replacement of Ambulance 63
• Taser and firearms replacements for police
• Downtown restoration plan next phase with consultant
• $10,000 emergency budget for Buildings & Grounds

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a new Aqua Center management agreement, a $5 million loan for water system improvements, and the FY 2019/2020 audit report. They will also review reports on a proposed Fire and Police Advisory Council and street names with Confederate ties. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19.

• New Aqua Center management agreement with CELTS Aquatics Group (Option #2: $207,821 for 2021, $637,297 over 3 years)
• Ordinance authorizing $5,000,000 loan from Public Water Supply Loan Program for water main replacements and storage tank
• FY 2019/2020 audit report presentation by Lauterbach and Amen
• Resolution for construction on a state highway
• Renewal of MFT street sweeping maintenance contract for FY 2022

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting with no formal votes. They reviewed the FY 2019/2020 audit, discussed a new Aqua Center management agreement with CELTS Aquatics Group, and heard reports on a proposed Fire and Police Advisory Council, a $5 million water loan, and street name rededications. All items are scheduled for future regular meetings.

• Reviewed FY 2019/2020 audit with unmodified opinion
• Discussed new Aqua Center management agreement with CELTS Aquatics Group
• Heard report on establishing Fire and Police Advisory Council
• Discussed $5 million IEPA water loan ordinance
• Reviewed street name rededication recommendations for Davis, Early, Jackson, Lee streets

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will consider consent items including a $250,000 IHDA Strong Communities Program grant, a $473,767.95 motor fuel tax maintenance resolution, and a $69,989.25 street sign replacement contract. They will also hold final reading of an ordinance limiting alcoholic beverage licenses and first reading of a water supply loan agreement. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

• Resolution accepting $250,000 grant from Illinois Housing Development Authority's Strong Communities Program
• Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance Resolution for FY2022 with $473,767.95 in eligible maintenance costs
• Contract with Roadsafe Traffic Systems for 2021 Street Sign Replacement at $69,989.25 (up to $76,988.18 with contingency)
• Ordinance (final reading) amending Chapter 6, Section 6-49 on number of alcoholic beverage licenses
• Ordinance (first reading) authorizing loan agreement under Public Water Supply Loan Program

The Park Forest Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, which included a $250,000 IHDA grant, a $473,767.95 road maintenance resolution, and a $69,989.25 street sign contract. They also adopted an ordinance amending the number of liquor licenses allowed, with all votes unanimous. A loan agreement for the Public Water Supply Loan Program was introduced for first reading and will be discussed at the next rules meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, $250,000 IHDA grant, $473,767.95 road maintenance, and $69,989.25 street sign contract (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages) Section 6-49 on number of licenses (7-0)
• Introduced ordinance for Public Water Supply Loan Program loan agreement (first reading, no vote)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will discuss several items, including an ordinance to increase the number of Class A liquor licenses for a new business, a proposed solar project to offset the water treatment plant's energy use, a grant from the Illinois Housing Development Authority, a motor fuel tax resolution, and the awarding of a street sign replacement contract. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19.

• Ordinance to increase Class A liquor licenses from 6 to 7 for K Spot Bar & Grill at 311 Main Street
• Proposed solar project at water treatment plant: $722,700 gross cost, $491,295 net after incentives, 45% energy offset
• Resolution accepting Illinois Housing Development Authority Strong Communities Program grant
• Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance Resolution and Municipal Maintenance Cost Estimate for FY2022
• Awarding of 2021 Street Sign Replacement

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a rules meeting with no formal votes. They reviewed a proposed liquor license for K Spot Bar & Grill, a solar project for the water treatment plant, a housing rehabilitation grant, and road maintenance items. All items were placed on the agenda for the next regular meeting.

• No formal votes taken; all items tabled for next regular meeting
• Liquor license for K Spot Bar & Grill, LLC. recommended for approval
• Solar project proposal from YellowLite under review; another proposal received
• IHDA Strong Communities Program grant resolution to be considered
• Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance Resolution for FY2022 to be considered
• 2021 Street Sign Replacement contract recommended for Roadsafe Traffic Systems

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda unanimously (7-0), which included authorizing the sale of personal property by public auction and amending the 2020 residential water shut-off valve replacement contract by adding $88,880, for a total not to exceed $226,380. The board also reappointed Tegan White to the Beautification Awards Committee and appointed Andrew Klinger to the Police Pension Board. An ordinance related to alcoholic beverage licenses had its first reading and will be discussed at the next Rules Meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Authorized sale of personal property by public auction
• Amended water shut-off valve contract, adding $88,880 (total $226,380)
• Reappointed Tegan White to Beautification Awards Committee
• Appointed Andrew Klinger to Police Pension Board

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will hold a special rules meeting and a regular meeting on January 19, 2021, both remotely via conference call. They will consider amending the Fiscal 2021 residential water shut-off valve replacement contract with Calumet City Plumbing, increasing the total cost to $226,380, and authorizing the sale of nine village vehicles and equipment at public auction. The regular meeting also includes approval of minutes and numerous reappointments to boards and commissions.

• Amend water valve replacement contract to Calumet City Plumbing, total cost not to exceed $226,380 (additional $88,880)
• Resolution to sell 9 vehicles/equipment at America's Auto Auction in Crestwood, including police and public works vehicles
• Reappointments to Veterans Commission, Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, and other boards
• Approval of minutes from November and December 2020 meetings

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The January 4, 2021 Rules Meeting of the Board of Trustees has been cancelled. The agenda contains only cancellation notice and COVID-19 remote meeting procedures; no business items are listed.

• Meeting cancelled