Park Forest public meetings in 2022
16 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees will hold final readings on several ordinances, including a special use permit for a multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive, amendments to alcohol and business codes, the 2023-2024 tax levy, and a tax abatement. They will also consider first reading of a resolution to sell three village-owned properties. Consent items include approval of past meeting minutes, the 2023 holiday schedule, a paratransit agreement with PACE, an engineering contract for a multi-use path, and a playground project at Somonauk Park.
- Final reading: Special use permit for multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive
- Final reading: Ordinance to prohibit drive-through liquor sales and allow liquor sales in gas stations
- Final reading: Ordinance levying taxes for fiscal year 2023-2024
- First reading: Ordinance authorizing sale of properties at 200 Allegheny Street, 269 Allegheny, and 236 Arcadia Street
- Consent: Engineering service agreement for 26th Street Multi-Use Path, not to exceed $199,978
The Board of Trustees approved the corporate tax levy for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and a tax levy abatement for 2022. They also authorized several infrastructure contracts and updated ordinances regarding liquor sales and zoning.
- Approved corporate tax levy for fiscal year July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 (6-0)
- Approved 2022 tax levy abatement ordinance (6-0)
- Approved special use permit for multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive (6-0)
- Approved ordinance prohibiting drivethrough liquor sales and allowing liquor sales in gas stations (6-0)
- Approved $199,978 engineering agreement with Baxter and Woodman for Multi-Use Path Phase I (6-0)
- Approved $221,231.43 for playground equipment and installation from Parkreation, Inc and Landscaper Services of Illinois, LLC (6-0)
- Approved service provider agreement for public transportation with PACE (6-0)
- Adopted 2023 holiday and meeting schedule (6-0)
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2022 property tax levy, which funds the village's operating budget, pensions, and debt service. The proposed levy includes a $545,000 increase for general corporate purposes, a $250,000 bond levy, and actuarially determined increases for police and fire pensions. The board will also consider a special use permit for a multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive, an ordinance to prohibit drive-through liquor sales and allow liquor sales in gas stations, and several resolutions including the 2023 holiday schedule and a paratransit agreement with PACE.
- Public hearing on 2022 tax levy: proposed $13,667,010 general corporate levy (up $545,000), $250,000 bond levy, $3,152,153 police pension, $1,708,187 fire pension
- Special use permit for multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive
- Ordinance to prohibit drive-through liquor sales, align liquor stores with zoning, and allow liquor sales in gas stations
- Resolution authorizing 2023 paratransit service agreement with PACE
- Engineering service agreement for 26th Street Multi-Use Path through 2022 Invest in Cook funding program
The Board closed a public hearing regarding the tax levy. No substantive votes were taken on ordinances or resolutions, as the items were moved to the next Regular Meeting agenda for approval.
- Closed public hearing regarding the tax levy (6-0-1)
- Sworn in Lieutenant Firefighter Grove
- Tabled tax levy ordinance for next Regular Meeting
- Tabled tax levy abatement ordinance for next Regular Meeting
- Tabled special use permit for multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive for next Regular Meeting
- Tabled ordinance prohibiting drive-through liquor sales for next Regular Meeting
- Tabled 2023 Holiday and Meeting schedule for next Regular Meeting
- Tabled PACE Paratransit Service Provider Agreement for next Regular Meeting
Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes
The Board of Trustees met to hear resident concerns regarding multi-family parking and containers at the old Rich East High School. Village Manager Tom Mick provided updates on upcoming village events. No official votes or policy decisions were recorded.
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees will hold first readings on several ordinances, including a special use permit for multi-family dwellings at the former Marshall Field's parking lot, amendments to liquor sales regulations, and the 2023-2024 tax levy. A resolution honoring retiring Fire Shift Commander William Brei is on the consent agenda.
- Special use permit for multi-family dwellings at 364 S. Orchard Drive (first reading)
- Ordinance to prohibit drive-through liquor sales and allow liquor sales in gas stations (first reading)
- Ordinance levying taxes for fiscal year 2023-2024 (first reading)
- Ordinance to abate a portion of the 2022 tax levy (first reading)
- Resolution thanking retiring Fire Shift Commander William Brei
The Board of Trustees approved a resolution thanking Shift Commander William Brie for 30 years of service to the Park Forest Fire Department. Several ordinances received first readings and were scheduled for future rules meetings.
- Approved resolution thanking William Brie for dedicated service (6-0)
- First reading held for special use permit for multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive
- First reading held for ordinance prohibiting drive-through liquor sales and allowing gas station liquor sales
- First reading held for 2023-2024 corporate tax levy ordinance
- First reading held for 2022 tax levy abatement ordinance
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Park Forest Village Board will vote on adopting the estimated 2022 property tax levy, awarding a $104,951.80 sewer cleaning contract to Visu-Sewer, and authorizing a $161,866 purchase of road salt from Cargill. The board will also hold final readings on three ordinances, including a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance and an amendment to the smoking code.
- Resolution adopting the estimated 2022 Property Tax Levy
- Award of Fiscal 2023 Sewer Cleaning and TV Contract to Visu-Sewer for $104,951.80 (up to $110,199.39 with contingency)
- Purchase order for 2,136 tons of road salt from Cargill Inc. for $161,866
- Final reading of ordinance amending the Unified Development Ordinance (Use Table, Use Standards, and Definitions)
- Final reading of ordinance amending the smoking code (Chapter 50, Article III)
The Board of Trustees approved the 2022 estimated property tax levy and contracts for sewer cleaning and road salt. Three ordinances were adopted at final reading regarding the Unified Development Ordinance and smoking regulations.
- Approved estimated 2022 Property Tax Levy (6-0)
- Approved 2023 Sewer Cleaning and Televising Contract with Visu-Sewer not to exceed $110,199.39 (6-0)
- Approved $161,866 purchase order to Cargill Inc for road salt (6-0)
- Approved text amendment to Unified Development Ordinance Table III-2-A, Section III-3, and Section XII-2 (6-0)
- Approved amendment to Article III – Smoking of Chapter 50, Health and Sanitation of the Municipal Code (6-0)
- Approved text amendment to Section XII-2 of the Unified Development Ordinance (6-0)
- Approved minutes from October 24 and November 5, 2022 meetings (6-0)
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The board will discuss the estimated 2022 tax levy, which proposes a 0% increase in the Village portion for the third time in five years. The combined Village and Library levy of $20,914,894 represents a 1.89% decrease from the 2021 extended levy. The board will also consider ordinances on smoking lounges, drive-thrus with gas stations, and contracts for a police SUV, sewer cleaning, and street salt.
- Estimated 2022 tax levy with 0% Village increase and combined $20,914,894 total
- Ordinance amending code to permit drive-thrus in combination with gas stations
- Ordinance amending code related to smoking lounges and retail tobacco shops
- Acquisition of one 2023 Ford Police Interceptor SUV
- Awarding 2023 Sewer Cleaning and TV Contract
The Board approved the purchase of a 2023 Ford Police Interceptor and a memorandum of understanding with Solstice for solar subscriptions. Several ordinances regarding smoking lounges and drive-thrus received first readings and are scheduled for future action.
- Approved purchase of one 2023 Ford Utility SUV Police Interceptor for $41,482.00 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution allowing Village Manager to sign MOU with Solstice to market solar subscriptions (6-0)
- First reading held for ordinance amending smoking lounge and retail tobacco shop codes
- First reading held for ordinance amending health and sanitation code regarding smoking and vaping
- First reading held for ordinance permitting drive-thrus in combination with gas stations
Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes
The Board of Trustees reviewed preliminary year-end financial results, current tax trends, and tax levy projections. No formal votes on policy or spending were recorded during the meeting.
- Reviewed 2022/2023 Financial Update
- Discussed 0% increase to the General Corporate portion of the tax levy
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees will consider a resolution to set trick-or-treating hours for October 31, 2022. Additionally, the Board will review a memorandum of understanding with Solstice Power Technologies to launch a community solar marketing campaign.
- Resolution establishing trick-or-treating hours from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on October 31, 2022
- Memorandum of Understanding with Solstice Power Technologies for a community solar marketing campaign
- Acquisition of two 2023 Ford Police Interceptor SUVs
The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, which included setting trick-or-treating hours for Halloween (3-8 PM), purchasing two police vehicles for $82,964, and appointing multiple members to various commissions and boards. A resolution authorizing a community solar marketing campaign with Solstice was discussed but not voted on, scheduled for the next regular meeting. The meeting also featured a presentation from the Commission on Human Relations and public comments from residents concerned about food truck parking restrictions.
- Approved consent agenda including trick-or-treat hours (3-8 PM on Halloween) (7-0)
- Approved purchase of two 2023 Ford Police Interceptor vehicles for $82,964 (7-0)
- Appointed Judi Bridge to Beautification Awards Committee (7-0)
- Appointed Aaron Alberico to Environment Commission (7-0)
- Appointed Chriselda Bell to Firemen's Pension Fund (7-0)
- Appointed Spring Brown, Laron Mathews, Lynn Murphy to Police & Fire Advisory Council (7-0)
- Appointed Cristina Lazard to Recreation & Parks Board (7-0)
- Appointed Kyle Brodnick to Veterans Commission (7-0)
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The October 17, 2022 regular meeting of the Board of Trustees has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees is reviewing a final reading of an ordinance to sell a rehabilitated property at 74 Marquette Street. The board is also discussing the acquisition of two new police vehicles.
- Proposed sale of 74 Marquette Street for a minimum price of $101,000
- Proposed purchase of two 2022 Ford Utility Police Interceptor Vehicles for a total of $82,964
- Discussion of the South Suburban Trades Initiative (SSTI) workforce development program
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees scheduled for September 27, 2022, has been cancelled.
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss official compensation updates, infrastructure grants, and service contracts. The body is also considering the sale of real estate at 74 Marquette Street.
- Design Engineering Services Agreement with Baxter and Woodman Consulting Engineers not to exceed $270,842.00
- Local match of $854,480 for the Forest Boulevard Multi-Use Path Improvements project
- Proposed compensation of $28,000 for the Mayor and Liquor Commissioner and $12,500 for Village Trustees
- First reading of an ordinance to sell real estate at 74 Marquette Street
- Contract renewals with Homer Tree Service, Inc. and Winkler’s Tree and Landscape
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees is discussing the sale of a Village-owned property and the auction of two vehicles. The meeting also covers contract renewals for tree services and various intergovernmental and engineering agreements.
- Proposed sale of 74 Marquette Street for a minimum price of $101,000
- Public auction of a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria and 2013 Ford Transit Connect
- Tree pruning contract renewal with Winkler Tree & Lawn Care ($5 average per tree)
- Tree removal contract renewal with Homer Tree Service, Inc. ($30 average per tree)
- IDOT Grant Agreement for the Forest Boulevard Multi-Use Path Improvement Project
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees will consider a final reading of the 2022 Park Forest Urban Forestry Management Plan. The meeting also includes consent items for vehicle acquisitions and a resolution honoring Rob Gunther.
- Ordinance: 2022 Park Forest Urban Forestry Management Plan (Final Reading)
- Purchase of a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 Pick Up Truck for $32,110.24 from South Oak Dodge Chrysler Jeep
- Purchase of a 2022 Ford Utility SUV Police Interceptor for $36,785.00 from Morrow Brothers Ford
- Resolution: Recognition and thanks for the service of Rob Gunther
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The Board of Trustees will discuss an ordinance to endorse a new tree management plan. The plan follows a $20,000 grant from the Morton Arboretum to inventory public trees and establish maintenance goals.
- Ordinance endorsing the 2022 Park Forest Urban Forestry Management Plan
- Purchase of a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 Pick Up Truck
- Acquisition of one 2022 Ford Utility SUV Police Interceptor
Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes
The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees scheduled for July 18, 2022, at Village Hall has been cancelled.