Pingree Grove public meetings in 2021

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board of Trustees will consider amending the Subdivision Ordinance regarding school site dedications and fees in lieu. The meeting also includes a discussion on FY23 Motor Fuel Tax expenditures and building department services.

• Amendment to Subdivision Ordinance 2021-O-21 regarding school site dedications
• Resolution 2021-R-22 for employee Flexible Spending Account benefits
• Approval of December 20, 2021 Warrant List in the amount of $454,788.49
• Discussion on FY23 Motor Fuel Tax Expenditures
• Amendment to Resolution 2021-R-21 for Illinois Highway code improvements

The Village Board approved Ordinance 2021-O-21 amending subdivision regulations for school site dedications and fees in lieu, and Resolution 2021-R-22 establishing flexible spending account benefits for eligible employees. Both passed unanimously (5-0). The board also discussed but took no formal action on FY23 road resurfacing and building department services.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, warrant list of $454,788.49, and amendment to Resolution 2021-R-21 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-21 amending subdivision ordinance for school site dedications and fees in lieu (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-22 to provide flexible spending account benefits for eligible employees (5-0)
• Adjourned to executive session to review minutes and discuss employee matters (5-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2021 property tax levy payable in 2022, along with several related ordinances for special service areas and bond abatements. They will also consider renewing insurance policies, approving an engineering agreement for Reinking Road improvements, and amending the code for a police pension fund. Consent agenda items include minutes, a $502,657.63 warrant list, and the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing and ordinance 2021-O-13 for 2021 tax levy payable in 2022
• Ordinances 2021-O-14 through O-18 for SSA levies/abatements and GO bond abatement
• Ordinance 2021-O-20 to establish Police Pension Fund and Board of Trustees
• Resolution 2021-R-20: comprehensive insurance renewal for 2022, estimated $149,594
• Resolution 2021-R-21: engineering agreement with Fehr-Graham for Reinking Road Phase 1

The Board of Trustees approved the 2021 tax levy (Ordinance 2021-O-13) and five related ordinances (2021-O-14 through 2021-O-18) in a single 6-0 vote, covering levies and abatements for Special Service Areas and abating taxes for Series 2018 GO Bonds. The Board also approved the consent agenda (including minutes, a $502,657.63 warrant list, and the 2022 meeting schedule), health/dental/vision insurance renewals for 2022, Ordinance 2021-O-19 (amending police chief appointment provisions), Ordinance 2021-O-20 (establishing a Board of Police Commissioners and Police Pension Fund), Resolution 2021-R-20 (comprehensive insurance renewal at $149,594), and Resolution 2021-R-21 (engineering agreement with Fehr-Graham for Reinking Road improvements). All votes were 6-0.

• Approved consent agenda including November 15, 2021 minutes, warrant list of $502,657.63, and 2022 meeting schedule (6-0)
• Approved Ordinances 2021-O-13 through 2021-O-18 in omnibus form, covering tax levy and SSA levies/abatements (6-0)
• Approved 2022 health, dental, and vision insurance renewals (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-19 amending Section 6-1 of the code (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-20 establishing Board of Police Commissioners and Police Pension Fund, as amended (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-20 for comprehensive insurance renewal at $149,594 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-21 for Fehr-Graham engineering services for Reinking Road Phase 1 (6-0)
• Reached consensus to request D.R. Horton seek an extension on annexation agreement, with possible public hearing in early 2022

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board of Trustees will review the approval of fiscal year 20-21 end-of-year transfers and a potential purchase of a replacement bucket truck. The meeting also includes the approval of a $207,277.24 warrant list covering payroll and various accounts payable.

• Approval of a replacement bucket truck for Public Works up to $175,000
• Approval of Fiscal Year 20-21 End-of-Year Transfers
• Approval of November 15, 2021, Warrant List totaling $207,277.24
• Approval of minutes from the November 8, 2021, Special Meeting

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a $207,277.24 warrant list, and separately approved fiscal year 20-21 end-of-year transfers of about $1.3 million from the general fund to the capital improvement fund. The board also approved the purchase of a replacement bucket truck for Public Works for up to $175,000 from Runnion. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved consent agenda with revised Nov 8 minutes and $207,277.24 warrant list (6-0)
• Approved FY20-21 end-of-year interfund transfers of ~$1.3M from general fund to capital improvement fund (6-0)
• Approved purchase of F-550 52' bucket truck not to exceed $175,000 from Runnion (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the draft annexation agreement with D.R. Horton for new development. The discussion will cover key topics where the Village and developer have not yet agreed, including utility capacity, expansion projects, and road improvements. No formal action is scheduled; it is a discussion-only item.

• Discussion of draft annexation agreement with D.R. Horton, including utility capacity and expansion projects
• Village seeks roadway connection to Big Timber Road and stand-alone agreement
• Topics include phased acquisition, prior agreements, and performance bond valuation
• Approval of minutes from November 1, 2021 meeting

The Village Board held a special meeting to discuss the draft annexation agreement with developer D.R. Horton (DRH) for a proposed residential development. No formal decisions were made; the board and DRH representatives discussed progress on utility capacity, Big Timber Road right-of-way dedication, school transition fees, and other items. DRH agreed to remove the term 'Age-Targeted' and reduce density by 20 townhome units. The next step is to reach a final draft for public inspection and a future public hearing.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Discussed draft annexation agreement with D.R. Horton; no vote
• DRH agreed to remove 'Age-Targeted' terminology
• DRH agreed to reduce density by 20 townhome units
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider establishing the 2021 property tax levy and approving the purchase of a local hardware activation point for the emergency warning siren system. The board will also administer the oath of office to new Trustee Michael Mette and discuss a draft annexation agreement with developer D.R. Horton. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a warrant list totaling $255,641.07.

• Resolution 2021-R-19 establishing estimated tax levy for taxes levied in 2021, extended in 2022
• Purchase of a local hardware activation point for the Emergency Warning Siren System
• Oath of office for Michael Mette as Board Trustee
• Warrant list of $255,641.07 for approval
• Discussion of draft annexation agreement with D.R. Horton

The Board approved Resolution 2021-R-19 establishing the estimated tax levy for taxes levied in 2021 and extended in 2022, and approved the purchase of a local hardware activation point for the emergency warning siren system. Both items passed 5-0. The meeting also included the oath of office for new Trustee Michael Mette and discussion of a draft annexation agreement, which was moved to a special meeting on November 8.

• Approved Resolution 2021-R-19 establishing estimated tax levy (5-0)
• Approved purchase of local hardware activation point for emergency warning siren system (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and warrant list of $255,641.07 (5-0)
• Administered oath of office to Trustee Michael Mette

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider authorizing the hire of a tenth full-time sworn patrol officer, approve a $136,154.02 warrant list, and approve a $2,500 payment for Test Well #1. The board will also appoint a trustee to fill a vacancy and hear staff reports.

• Authorization to hire a tenth full-time sworn patrol officer
• Approval of warrant list totaling $136,154.02
• Approval of Pay Application No. 6 for Test Well #1 to Municipal Well & Pump for $2,500.00
• Appointment to fill a trustee vacancy
• Consent agenda includes approval of October 4, 2021 minutes

The Board approved hiring a tenth full-time sworn patrol officer and consented to the appointment of Michael Mette to fill a trustee vacancy. The consent agenda, including minutes, a warrant list, and a pay application, was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made; the D.R. Horton development was discussed but not voted on.

• Authorized hiring a tenth full-time sworn patrol officer (4-0)
• Consented to appointment of Michael Mette as Village Trustee (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, warrant list of $136,154.02, and pay application of $2,500.00 (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting is a continuation of the September 22, 2021, meeting. The commission will consider a motion to adopt findings of fact for a proposed map amendment, special use permit, and conceptual PUD plan.

• Motion to adopt findings of fact for a proposed map amendment, special use permit, and conceptual PUD plan

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to adopt findings of fact for a proposed map amendment, special use permit, and conceptual PUD plan, with added conditions. The conditions require black aluminum wrought-iron fencing, extending the fence westerly toward an existing wood fence (subject to fire district approval), and constructing berms before any occupancy certificates are issued. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted findings of fact for map amendment, special use permit, and conceptual PUD plan (7-0)
• Added condition: all fences must be black aluminum wrought-iron styled
• Added condition: extend fence westerly toward existing wood fence, pending fire district approval
• Added condition: berms constructed prior to any occupancy certificates

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider a temporary use permit for a property at 15 N 454 IL Route 47, approve the consent agenda including minutes and a warrant list of $548,915.30, and receive staff reports. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Temporary use permit for property at 15 N 454 IL Route 47
• Warrant list approval of $548,915.30
• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2021 meeting
• Executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security

The Board of Trustees approved a temporary use permit for a community COVID testing center at 15 N 454 IL Route 47, with a 6-0 vote. The consent agenda, including minutes and a warrant list of $548,915.30, was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussions on police, public works, and legal matters.

• Approved temporary use permit for COVID testing center at 15 N 454 IL Route 47 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and warrant list of $548,915.30 (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is continuing a public hearing from September 8 on D.R. Horton's proposed planned unit development (PUD) on about 286 acres. The commission will consider rezoning the land from R-1 to R-1/R-5 PUD, a special use permit, a conceptual PUD plan, and Phase 1 preliminary/final plats. They may make a recommendation to approve and adopt findings of fact. The meeting includes COVID-19 safety measures for attendees.

• D.R. Horton PUD on ±286 acres
• Rezoning from R-1 to R-1/R-5 PUD
• Special use permit for PUD
• Conceptual PUD plan and Phase 1 plats
• Motions to recommend approval and adopt findings

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend the Village Board approve D.R. Horton's proposed 286-acre planned unit development, including rezoning, a special use permit, the conceptual plan, and preliminary/final plats. The recommendation includes conditions such as a rental community held in single ownership, a six-foot aluminum fence, and closure of Reinking Road west of the development. The Commission continued the meeting to October 6, 2021, to adopt written findings of fact.

• Recommended rezoning upon annexation of ±286 acres from R-1 to R-1/R-5 PUD (7-0)
• Recommended special use permit for PUD with conditions a-x plus y, aa-dd (7-0)
• Recommended conceptual PUD plan with same conditions (7-0)
• Recommended preliminary/final plats for Unit 1, Unit A-15A, Unit 34 (7-0)
• Continued meeting to October 6, 2021 to adopt findings of fact (7-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board will consider approving Resolution 2021-R-18 to accept certain improvements to Thurnau Road and authorize the release of performance bond 214938. The agenda also includes approval of the consent agenda, which covers meeting minutes and a warrant list of $187,465.44, plus routine staff reports and an executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Resolution 2021-R-18 accepting Thurnau Road improvements and releasing performance bond 214938
• Warrant list approval for $187,465.44, including payroll and accounts payable
• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2021 board meeting
• Executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security

The Board approved Resolution 2021-R-18, accepting certain improvements to Thurnau Road and authorizing the release of performance bond 214938, with a 5-0 vote. The Board also approved the consent agenda, which included the September 7 meeting minutes and a warrant list of $187,465.44. During discussion, the Board reached consensus to permit a phased parking lot expansion for the Haight Group's project, provided a specific time frame for full paving is given.

• Approved Consent Agenda including September 7, 2021 minutes and warrant list of $187,465.44 (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-18 accepting Thurnau Road improvements and releasing performance bond 214938 (5-0).
• Reached consensus to allow Haight Group's phased parking lot expansion, contingent on a specified time frame for full paving.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider making recommendations on D.R. Horton's request to rezone approximately 286 acres upon annexation from R-1 to R-1/R-5 PUD, grant a special use permit for a planned unit development, approve the conceptual PUD plan, and approve Phase 1 preliminary/final plats. The proposal includes 1,006 residential units with a mix of single-family, townhome, and age-targeted housing. The commission will also vote on motions to recommend approval and adopt findings of fact.

• Rezoning of ±286 acres from R-1 to R-1/R-5 PUD upon annexation
• Special use permit for a planned unit development (PUD)
• Conceptual PUD plan approval
• Phase 1 Preliminary/Final PUD plats
• 1,006 residential units including 239 age-targeted, 207 traditional single-family, 99 small-lot rental, and 461 townhome units

The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing on D.R. Horton's proposed 286-acre planned unit development (PUD) with rezoning, special use permit, and preliminary/final plats. After extensive public comment and discussion, the Commission voted 7-0 to continue the meeting to September 22, 2021, to allow D.R. Horton time to revise the plan in response to resident feedback. No final decision was made on the PUD requests.

• Approved minutes from June 8, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Continued public hearing on D.R. Horton PUD to September 22, 2021 (7-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will meet to consider several items, including a presentation of the village's audit, approval of a warrant list totaling $196,676.37, an ordinance amending the Village Code, and a professional services agreement with Asset Control Solutions, Inc. The board will also discuss a potential utility rate adjustment effective November 1, 2021.

• Approval of Warrant List for September 7, 2021 in the amount of $196,676.37
• Approval of Ordinance 2021-O-12 amending Village Code Section 4-2-12
• Approval of Professional Services Agreement with Asset Control Solutions, Inc.
• Presentation of audit by Lauterbach and Amen, LLC
• Discussion of November 1, 2021 regular utility rate adjustment

The Village Board approved Ordinance 2021-O-12 to increase the number of authorized Class C2 liquor licenses by one, and approved a professional services agreement with Asset Control Solutions, Inc. for a one-time asset inventory not to exceed $6,500. The consent agenda, including the audit report, was also approved. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions on utility rates and sidewalk chalk were held without action.

• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, warrant list of $196,676.37, and audit report (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-12 increasing Class C2 liquor licenses by one (6-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Asset Control Solutions, Inc. up to $6,500 (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village of Pingree Grove Board of Trustees is scheduled to approve a $330,916.88 warrant list and a $42,527.29 pay application for the Richard J. Brown intersection improvement project. The Board will also approve an ordinance regarding the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund. Staff reports will cover an engineering services agreement for Phase 1 of Reinking & Damisch Roads, as well as updates from police, finance, public works, and engineering departments.

• Approval of Pay Application No. 7 for the Richard J Brown Intersection Improvement in the amount of $42,527.29 to Plote Construction, Inc.
• Approval of Ordinance 2021-O-11 Pertaining to the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund
• Approval of Warrant List, August 16, 2021, in the Amount of $330,916.88
• Discussion of Engineering Services Agreement – Phase 1 Reinking & Damisch Roads

The Village Board approved a $42,527.29 pay application for the Richard J Brown intersection improvement project, funded in part by a $150,000 state grant. They also approved Ordinance 2021-O-11 to establish the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund, which will receive about $1.3 million from the American Rescue Plan Act. The consent agenda, including minutes and a $330,916.88 warrant list, was approved 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions covered future road projects and annexation plans.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and warrant list of $330,916.88 (6-0)
• Approved Pay Application No. 7 for Richard J Brown intersection to Plote Construction, Inc. for $42,527.29 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-11 for Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (6-0)

Liquor Control Commission

The Liquor Control Commission is reviewing an application for a Class C2 liquor license for Kelley Williamson. The Commission will also consider recommending that the Village Board amend Village Code Section 4-2-12 to increase the total number of available Class C2 licenses.

• Approval of C2 liquor license for Kelley Williamson
• Recommendation to amend Village Code Section 4-2-12 to increase available Class C2 liquor licenses

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda including minutes and a $314,529 warrant list. The main discussion item is a draft annexation agreement from D.R. Horton, following prior board discussion. The board will also enter executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Consent agenda: approval of July 19, 2021 minutes and warrant list of $314,529.00
• New business: D.R. Horton draft annexation agreement discussion
• Executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate sale, litigation, and security
• COVID-19 measures: masks and social distancing required for unvaccinated attendees

The Board of Trustees held a discussion-only session on the draft annexation agreement with D.R. Horton, with no formal action taken. Residents raised concerns about the agreement's fairness, traffic, and noise. The Board favored revising the draft to better reflect Village interests, and staff planned to meet with D.R. Horton the following day to begin negotiations. The only formal decision was approval of the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes and a warrant list.

• Approved consent agenda including July 19, 2021 minutes and $314,529.00 warrant list (6-0)
• Discussed D.R. Horton draft annexation agreement; no vote taken
• Noted final RJB pay application expected for approval at next meeting

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees is meeting to consider several items, including two loan agreements for water and wastewater treatment plants, a performance bond release, an emergency response plan contract, and a tree replacement program. The board will also approve the consent agenda, which includes the prior meeting minutes and a warrant list of $234,843.12.

• Ordinance 2021-O-09: loan agreement for water treatment plant
• Ordinance 2021-O-10: loan agreement for wastewater treatment plant
• Resolution 2021-R-16: accept improvements to Richard J. Brown Boulevard and release performance bond
• Resolution 2021-R-17: engineering services for emergency response plan, not to exceed $10,000
• 2021 Tree Replacement Program: purchase trees, mulch, and services, not to exceed $14,000

The Board approved ordinances authorizing loan agreements with the IEPA for water and wastewater treatment plant expansions, along with resolutions for road improvements, an emergency response plan, and a tree replacement program. All votes were 4-0, with two trustees absent. The ordinances do not obligate the Village to borrow but are required to pursue low-interest funding.

• Approved consent agenda including July 6 minutes and $234,843.12 warrant list (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-09 authorizing IEPA loan agreement for water treatment plant (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-10 authorizing IEPA loan agreement for wastewater treatment plant (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-16 accepting Richard J. Brown Blvd improvements and releasing performance bond 211797 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-17 authorizing Fehr-Graham emergency response plan up to $10,000 (4-0)
• Approved 2021 Tree Replacement Program with Wilson Nurseries up to $14,000 (4-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board of Trustees is meeting to consider routine approvals including the consent agenda with minutes, a $201,018.59 warrant list, and a resolution designating the IMRF agent. Separate action items include releasing a maintenance bond for a water main connection and amending the FY2022 budget. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Approval of warrant list for July 6, 2021 totaling $201,018.59
• Resolution 2021-R-14 designating Jeff Cook as Authorized IMRF Agent
• Resolution 2021-R-15 releasing maintenance bond 30100715 for water main connection in Neighborhoods 19 and 20
• Ordinance 2021-O-08 amending the Village Budget for FY2022
• Executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, including minutes, a $201,018.59 warrant list, and Resolution 2021-R-14 designating Jeff Cook as IMRF agent. They also approved Resolution 2021-R-15 to release a maintenance bond for a water main connection in Neighborhoods 19 and 20, and Ordinance 2021-O-08 amending the FY2022 budget for the police station LED lighting project. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, warrant list, and IMRF agent resolution (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-15 releasing maintenance bond 30100715 for water main connection (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-08 amending FY2022 budget for police station LED lighting (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider approving or rejecting a settlement agreement with Mr. Caveny, and will also handle routine consent items including meeting minutes and a warrant list of $368,009.07. The agenda includes a recognition of Goebbert's and a swearing-in ceremony for the new Finance Director. An executive session is planned to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Approval or rejection of settlement agreement between Mr. Caveny and the Village
• Consent agenda: approval of June 7, 2021 minutes and warrant list of $368,009.07
• Recognition of Goebbert's by Events Committee
• Swearing in ceremony for Finance Director Albert Walczak
• Executive session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security

The Board of Trustees approved a settlement agreement with Mr. Joseph Caveny to resolve ongoing litigation, passing 5-0 with Trustee Pearson absent. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including the June 7, 2021 minutes and a warrant list of $368,009.07. Albert Walczak was sworn in as Finance Director, and Goebbert's Farm was recognized by the Events Committee.

• Approved settlement agreement with Joseph Caveny (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 7, 2021 minutes and warrant list of $368,009.07 (5-0)
• Swore in Albert Walczak as Finance Director
• Recognized Goebbert's Farm with honorary plaque

Liquor Control Commission

The Pingree Grove Liquor Control Commission is meeting to consider approving a Class A1 liquor license for Kelley Williamson Company, a request first submitted in 2020. The commission will also approve minutes from its April 19, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes only this license action and routine procedural items.

• Approval of liquor license and supplemental licenses for Kelley Williamson Company
• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2021 meeting
• License fee of $2,905.00 collected from Kelley Williamson in August 2020

The Liquor Control Commission approved a Class A1 liquor license and supplemental licenses for Kelley Williamson Company, with a 2-0 roll call vote (Commissioner Pearson absent). The license is needed for the company to operate gaming machines, and staff is addressing separate licensing for packaged sales. The minutes from April 19, 2021, were also approved 2-0.

• Approved minutes from April 19, 2021, by a 2-0 roll call vote.
• Approved issuance of a Class A1 liquor license and supplemental licenses to Kelley Williamson Company, 2-0.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss D.R. Horton's proposed residential development on approximately 286 acres, which includes rezoning, a special use permit for a PUD, conceptual plan approval, and preliminary/final plat for Phase 1. No motions are expected; the workshop is for discussion only. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

• Rezoning upon annexation of ±286 acres from R-1 to R-1/R-5 PUD
• Special Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• Conceptual PUD Plan approval
• Preliminary/Final PUD Plat approval for Phase 1
• 1,007 residential units including 465 townhomes and 238 age-targeted units

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a workshop to discuss D.R. Horton's proposed 286-acre residential development, which requests rezoning upon annexation, a special use permit for a PUD, conceptual PUD plan approval, and preliminary/final plat approval for Phase 1. No formal decisions were made; the workshop was for discussion only. The commission also approved the minutes from September 8, 2020, by a 7-0 vote.

• Approved minutes from September 8, 2020 (7-0)
• Held workshop on D.R. Horton proposed residential development; no action taken

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider routine approvals including the consent agenda with a $408,736.58 warrant list, a fireworks agreement for Independence Day, and contracts for curb/sidewalk replacement and MFT patching. They will also discuss an LED lighting upgrade at the police department and hold an executive session on personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security.

• Approval of warrant list for June 7, 2021 totaling $408,736.58
• Fireworks agreement with Mad Bombers for Independence Day, not to exceed $15,000
• Contract for FY22 Curb and Sidewalk Replacement Program
• Contract for FY22 MFT Patching Program
• Contract for LED lighting upgrade at Police Department via ComEd program

The Board approved three construction contracts: curb and sidewalk replacement with FMC Construction ($67,557), street patching with J.A. Johnson Paving Co. ($46,000), and LED lighting upgrades at the Police Department with Thayer Lighting ($21,269.46). All votes were 6-0. The Board also approved a fireworks agreement with Mad Bombers for July 10, 2021, at a cost not to exceed $15,000, and the consent agenda including the warrant list of $408,736.58.

• Approved FY22 curb and sidewalk replacement contract with FMC Construction, not to exceed $67,557 (6-0)
• Approved FY22 MFT patching contract with J.A. Johnson Paving Co., not to exceed $46,000 (6-0)
• Approved LED lighting upgrade at Police Department with Thayer Lighting, not to exceed $21,269.46, waiving bidding (6-0)
• Approved fireworks agreement with Mad Bombers for July 10, 2021, not to exceed $15,000 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of May 17, 2021, and warrant list of $408,736.58 (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider several items, including approving an amended police salary schedule for FY22-23, amending the FY22 budget for the police contract, authorizing additional full-time police officers, and approving bids for municipal natural gas aggregation. The board will also act on change orders and pay applications for the Test Well No. 1 project, and approve the consent agenda with warrants totaling $235,205.68.

• Ordinance 2021-O-06: Amended salary schedule for FY22-23 per MAP collective bargaining agreement
• Ordinance 2021-O-07: Amend FY22 General Fund budget for MAP contract
• Authorization to hire additional full-time police officers
• Approval of bids for Municipal Natural Gas Aggregation for WWTP and WTP
• Pay Application No. 5 for Test Well No. 1: $58,732.25

The Board approved Ordinance 2021-O-06, adopting an amended salary schedule for FY22 and FY23 per the collective bargaining agreement with the Metropolitan Alliance of Police, and Ordinance 2021-O-07, amending the FY22 General Fund Budget to add one full-time police officer. Both votes were 6-0. The Board also approved a 33-month natural gas supply contract with Santanna Energy Services for the wastewater and water treatment plants, and approved a change order and pay application for the test well project.

• Approved amended police salary schedule for FY22-FY23 (6-0)
• Approved FY22 budget amendment adding one full-time police officer (6-0)
• Authorized 33-month natural gas supply contract with Santanna Energy Services (6-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Test Well #1, credited $22,199 (6-0)
• Approved Pay Application No. 5 for Test Well #1, $58,732.25 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, warrant list of $235,205.68, and PZC appointments (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider several financial and construction items, including approving a warrant list of $208,397.19, amending the FY22 capital budget, and authorizing change orders and payments for the Route 72/Richard J. Brown intersection project. The board will also discuss a proclamation for Public Service Recognition Week and may enter executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Approval of warrant list for $208,397.19
• Ordinance 2021-O-05 amending FY22 General Capital Budget
• Resolution 2021-R-12 approving Change Order No. 2 with Plote Construction
• Sixth payment request of $37,899.39 for Route 72/Richard J. Brown intersection to Plote Construction
• Purchase of Starcom Radio System for $34,596.31

The Board of Trustees approved all items on the agenda, including a subdivision bond reduction for Cambridge Lakes NH33, an amendment to the FY22 capital budget, a change order for the Richard J. Brown intersection project, a payment request for that project, and the purchase of a new police radio system. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The Board also directed staff to terminate the Village's lobbyist contract with Nardullis.

• Approved Resolution 2021-R-11 reducing Cambridge Lakes NH33 subdivision bond to $241,074 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-05 amending FY22 General Capital Budget (6-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 with Plote Construction for Richard J. Brown intersection project (6-0)
• Approved sixth payment of $37,899.39 to Plote Construction for intersection work (6-0)
• Approved $34,596.31 purchase of Starcom Radio System and installation (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $208,397.19 warrant list (6-0)
• Directed staff to terminate lobbyist contract with Nardullis

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Budget. The agenda also includes items for separate action such as amending a building consultant agreement and authorizing a license agreement with Northwest Little League.

• Public hearing for the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Approval of Ordinance 2021-O-03 to adopt the FY2021-22 Budget
• Approval to purchase two replacement police vehicles
• Resolution 2021-R-10 authorizing a license agreement with Northwest Little League (Pingree Grove Vipers)
• Approval of April 19, 2021 Warrant List totaling $121,181.01

The Board of Trustees approved the FY2021-22 budget ordinance, including $4,200 for police chief recruitment services and a $175,917 transfer from general capital for debt service payments. The board also approved an ordinance increasing the number of A1 liquor licenses to five, amended a contract with Building Code Consultants, Inc., authorized a license agreement with Northwest Little League, and approved the purchase of two replacement police vehicles. All votes passed 5-0-1 with Trustee Hall absent.

• Approved FY2021-22 budget ordinance with $4,200 for police chief recruitment and $175,917 debt service transfer (5-0-1)
• Approved ordinance amending Village Code to provide for five A1 liquor licenses (5-0-1)
• Approved resolution amending agreement with Building Code Consultants, Inc. for six months with renewal option (5-0-1)
• Approved license agreement with Northwest Little League (Pingree Grove Vipers) (5-0-1)
• Approved purchase of two replacement hybrid police vehicles (5-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, warrant list of $121,181.01, and committee appointments (5-0-1)

Liquor Control Commission

The Pingree Grove Liquor Control Commission will consider renewing six liquor licenses, granting a new Class A1 license to JHG Enterprises for Goebbert's Farm, and recommending an ordinance to amend Village Code Section 4-2-12 to adjust the number of authorized liquor licenses. The meeting includes COVID-19 safety protocols.

• Renewal of liquor licenses for Outpost Tavern, Lazar Brothers, NGK Pingree Grove, Pumpkin Entertainment, 104 Pingree Grove, and The Haight Company
• New Class A1 liquor license with outdoor seating for JHG Enterprises, LLC (Goebbert's Farm)
• Recommendation to amend Village Code Section 4-2-12 to set Class A1 licenses at 4, Class B at 2, Class C2 at 1
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2020

The Liquor Control Commission approved liquor license renewals and supplemental licenses for six existing businesses and recommended approval of a new A1 license for JHG Enterprises, LLC. It also recommended the Village Board approve an ordinance amending the Village Code to increase the number of A1 licenses by one, to accommodate the previously approved Kelley Williamson license. All votes were unanimous (2-0).

• Approved liquor license renewals for Outpost Tavern, Inc., Lazar Brothers Enterprises, Inc., NGK Pingree Grove, LLC, Pumpkin Entertainment, LLC, 104 Pingree Grove, LLC, and The Haight Company (2-0)
• Recommended approval of new A1 liquor license for JHG Enterprises, LLC (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2021-O-04 amending Village Code Section 4-2-12 to increase A1 licenses by one (2-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider appointing Stephen Gray as Village Clerk, approve a $262,034.51 warrant list, and vote on resolutions to amend a CivicPlus agreement, reduce bonds for Cambridge Lakes North improvements, and release maintenance bonds for several neighborhoods. The meeting also includes a draft FY22 budget discussion and a police officer transition.

• Appointment of Stephen Gray as Village Clerk (requires 2/3 vote)
• Warrant list for April 5, 2021 totaling $262,034.51
• Resolution 2021-R-06: Amendment to CivicPlus, LLC agreement
• Resolution 2021-R-07: Bond reduction and acceptance of public improvements in Cambridge Lakes North (Daniel Boulevard Baseball Complex)
• Resolution 2021-R-08: Release of maintenance bonds for neighborhoods 12, 18, 19B, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27

The Board of Trustees unanimously (5-0-1, with Trustee Hall absent) appointed Stephen Gray as Village Clerk, approved the consent agenda including the March 15, 2021 minutes and a warrant list of $262,034.51, and passed three resolutions: 2021-R-06 (amending the CivicPlus website contract), 2021-R-07 (accepting public improvements and releasing performance bonds for the Cambridge Lakes North baseball complex), and 2021-R-08 (releasing maintenance bonds for several neighborhoods, with a $15,000 replacement bond for deficient trees). The board also discussed the draft FY22 budget and other staff reports.

• Appointed Stephen Gray as Village Clerk (5-0-1).
• Approved consent agenda: March 15, 2021 minutes and warrant list of $262,034.51 (5-0-1).
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-06 amending CivicPlus website contract (5-0-1).
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-07 accepting public improvements and releasing performance bonds for Cambridge Lakes North baseball complex (5-0-1).
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-08 releasing maintenance bonds for neighborhoods 12, 18, 19B, 20, 23-27, with a $15,000 replacement bond for trees (5-0-1).
• Adjourned to executive session for collective negotiating matters, then reconvened (5-0-1).

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider routine approvals including a $233,427.81 warrant list, a $45,710.20 payment for Test Well No. 1, an aquatic maintenance agreement with McCloud Aquatics up to $14,075, and participation in the State of Illinois Bulk Road Salt Program for an estimated 693 tons. The board will also review the draft FY21 budget and consider resolutions related to professional fee reimbursement, MFT expenditures, and a budget amendment for coronavirus relief funds. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Approval of warrant list for March 15, 2021 totaling $233,427.81
• Approval of Pay Application No. 4 for Test Well No. 1 to Municipal Well & Pump in the amount of $45,710.20
• Approval of Aquatic Maintenance Agreement with McCloud Aquatics not to exceed $14,075
• Approval of Ordinance 2021-O-02 amending FY21 budget for Coronavirus Relief Funds
• Authorization to participate in State of Illinois Bulk Road Salt Program with estimated 693 tons

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda including minutes, a warrant list of $233,427.81, and a pay application of $45,710.20. They also approved an aquatic maintenance agreement with McCloud Aquatics (up to $14,075), Resolution 2021-R-04 for professional fee reimbursement, Resolution 2021-R-05 for MFT expenditures, Ordinance 2021-O-02 amending the FY21 budget for coronavirus relief funds, participation in the State bulk road salt program (693 tons), and ratification of $6,162.66 in truck repairs. All votes were 6-0, with President Wiedmeyer absent.

• Approved consent agenda including warrant list $233,427.81 and pay application $45,710.20 (6-0)
• Approved aquatic maintenance agreement with McCloud Aquatics up to $14,075 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-04 for professional fee reimbursement (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-05 authorizing MFT expenditures for FY22 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-O-02 amending FY21 budget for coronavirus relief funds (6-0-1)
• Authorized participation in State bulk road salt program, 693 tons (6-0)
• Ratified expenditure of $6,162.66 for repairs to Truck 282 (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider routine approvals including the consent agenda with minutes, a $353,173.81 warrant list, and the 2021 zoning map. They will also vote on amending the employee handbook, a $4,200 budget amendment for police chief recruitment, and a contract with DMACT Services for that recruitment. The meeting includes public comments and an executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Approval of Warrant List for March 1, 2021 in the amount of $353,173.81
• Approval of Ordinance 2021-O-01 adopting the 2021 Zoning Map
• Approval of Resolution 2021-R-03 amending the Employee Handbook
• Approval of $4,200 budget amendment for Police Chief Recruitment Expenses
• Approval of agreement with DMACT Services, Inc. for Police Chief Recruitment not to exceed $4,200

The Board approved the consent agenda, including the Feb. 16 minutes, a $353,173.81 warrant list, and the 2021 zoning map. It also approved Resolution 2021-R-03 amending the employee handbook, and a $4,200 budget amendment plus an agreement with DMACT Services for police chief recruitment. All votes passed 5-0-1 with Trustee Kubiak absent.

• Approved consent agenda: Feb. 16 minutes, $353,173.81 warrant list, and 2021 zoning map (Ordinance 2021-O-01)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-03 amending the employee handbook
• Approved $4,200 FY21 budget amendment for police chief recruitment expenses
• Approved agreement with DMACT Services, Inc. for police chief recruitment, not to exceed $4,200

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will meet to consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of minutes, a warrant list totaling $170,390.80, and a pay application for a test well. They will also vote on two resolutions: one acknowledging liability for work on state highways and another authorizing a riverboat grant application. A presentation on pavement management is scheduled, and the board may enter executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Warrant list for February 16, 2021: $170,390.80
• Pay Application No. 3 for Test Well No. 1 to Municipal Well & Pump: $88,355.65
• Resolution 2021-R-01: Acknowledging Village Liability for Work on Illinois State Highways
• Resolution 2021-R-02: Authorizing a Riverboat Grant Application
• CMAP Municipal Pavement Management Program Presentation

The Board approved the consent agenda including minutes, a $170,390.80 warrant list, and an $88,355.65 pay application for Test Well No. 1. Two resolutions passed unanimously: acknowledging village liability for work on Illinois state highways and authorizing a riverboat grant application for audio equipment. The Board also reached consensus to partner with Ella Johnson Library on a youth gardening program at the Community Gardens.

• Approved consent agenda including Feb 1 minutes, $170,390.80 warrant list, and $88,355.65 pay application (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-01 acknowledging village liability for work on Illinois state highways (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-R-02 authorizing riverboat grant application for board room audio equipment (6-0)
• Board consensus to move forward with Ella Johnson Library youth gardening partnership at Community Gardens
• Convened executive session for employee/legal counsel discussion (6-0)
• Returned to regular session (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:15 p.m. (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the January 18, 2021 meeting minutes and the February 1, 2021 warrant list of $475,044.62, by a 6-0 vote. No items were brought for separate action. The Board also convened an executive session to discuss pending litigation and employee matters, then returned to regular session and adjourned.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and $475,044.62 warrant list (6-0)
• Convened executive session for litigation and personnel matters (6-0)
• Returned to regular session from executive session (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees is meeting remotely on January 18, 2021, to discuss a proposed annexation and development by DR Horton of approximately 203 acres (the Burnidge/C&L Farms property). The concept plan includes 751 housing units (262 single-family homes and 489 townhomes) around a central park, but no formal action is scheduled—it is a discussion only. The board will also consider consent agenda items, including approval of warrants totaling over $1 million and pay applications for a municipal well, plus a purchase of street light assemblies not to exceed $7,550.

• DR Horton proposed annexation and development of ±203 acres (Burnidge/C&L Farms) with 751 units—discussion only
• Consent agenda: warrants for Dec 21, 2020 ($415,535.15), Jan 4, 2021 ($110,351.75), Jan 18, 2021 ($496,543.84)
• Approval of pay applications for Test Well No. 1 to Municipal Well & Pump: $107,133.30 and $101,793.60
• Purchase of replacement street light assemblies not to exceed $7,550
• Executive session planned for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, litigation, and security

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, including minutes, warrants totaling $1,022,430.74, and two pay applications for Test Well No. 1, and approved the purchase of replacement street light assemblies not to exceed $7,550. The Board also held a discussion with DR Horton regarding a proposed annexation and development, with several trustees expressing preferences for resolving outstanding issues and considering a new annexation agreement, but no formal action was taken on this item.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, warrants ($415,535.15, $110,351.75, $496,543.84), and pay applications ($107,133.30, $101,793.60) (6-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement street light assemblies not to exceed $7,550 (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village of Pingree Grove Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for January 4, 2021 has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2021. This notice contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation notice for January 4, 2021