Villa Park public meetings in 2022

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission will vote on Holiday Decoration Contest entries, possibly using an alternate tour of homes if the 12/23/22 event was cancelled due to weather. They will also discuss 2023 events, form sub-committees for calendar, inventory, and mission statement, and review holiday details. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Vote on Holiday Decoration Contest entries
• Discussion of 2023 FUN Commission events
• Formation of sub-committees for 2023 event calendar, tangibles inventory, and mission statement
• Holiday together detail discussion

Economic Development Commission

The commission will meet to discuss goals and expectations for 2023 and review required sexual harassment prevention training. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is procedural with public comment opportunities.

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission is holding a special meeting to explore and vote on possible purchases to support its events, using year-end budget funds. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering roll call, public comments, minutes approval, and standard reports.

• Special meeting to explore and vote on possible purchases to support F.U.N. commission events
• Year-end budget spend for event-related purchases

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will hold second readings and vote on the FY2023 budget and the 2023 property tax levy, which includes a 4.7% rate increase. The board will also consider first readings on ordinances reducing the number of Class B and Class X liquor licenses, and resolutions for a road construction change order, a grade separation study, and a proposed TIF district on St. Charles Road.

• FY2023 budget adoption (second reading)
• Property tax levy ordinance with 4.7% rate increase (second reading)
• Ordinance reducing Class B liquor licenses from 9 to 8 (first reading)
• Ordinance reducing Class X liquor licenses to 0 (first reading)
• Resolution approving $97,624 engineering agreement with CDM Smith for grade separation study

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission will hold a meeting on December 15, 2022, at the Villa Park Public Library. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items, public comments, and a presentation by Suzanna Strangmeier on ComEd Home Energy Efficiency Programs.

• Presentation on ComEd Home Energy Efficiency Programs by Suzanna Strangmeier

Video Production Commission

The Villa Park Video Production Commission is meeting to discuss the status of its relationship with SunCom TV, proposed ordinance changes related to the Cable TV Commission, and various operational procedures for cable programming, video posting, editing, and training. The agenda includes updates on streaming channels, Comcast Public Access Channel 19, and recent and new programming. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Update on status of relationship with SunCom TV
• Proposed ordinance changes related to Cable TV Commission
• Procedure for getting a time slot for a Cable TV program
• Procedures to post a video to Cable Commission YouTube page
• Streaming channels for VP19 and Comcast Public Access Channel 19 status

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will meet on December 13, 2022, at the Iowa Community Center. The agenda includes staff updates from the Recreation Division, Parks, Building & Grounds Division, and the Director of Parks, Recreation & Fleet, followed by business discussions regarding the Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant and Lions Recreation Center / $10MIL Grant.

• Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant discussion
• Lions Recreation Center / $10MIL Grant discussion
• Recreation Division program and event updates
• Parks, Building & Grounds Division project updates

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is meeting to consider first readings of the FY2023 budget and the 2022 property tax levy ordinance, with final passage scheduled for December 19. The board will also vote on several ordinances, including liquor license changes, a cannabis facility extension, and property tax abatements for bond debt. Consent agenda items include approval of meeting minutes and payment of bills totaling $964,881.

• First reading of ordinance levying property taxes for FY2022 (collectable in 2023), with increase under 5% so no public hearing required
• First reading of FY2023 budget ordinance covering January 1-December 31, 2023
• Ordinance to decrease Class H liquor licenses by one and increase Class D by one for business at 344 N. Ardmore
• Six-month extension of special use for cannabis dispensing facility at 305 W North Avenue
• Resolution to purchase a Ford F-350 pickup truck with plow for Public Works at cost not to exceed $65,000

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing and discussion regarding the proposed 2023 budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2023, and ending December 31, 2023. Residents have the opportunity to make public comments during the meeting held at Village Hall, located at 20 S. Ardmore Avenue.

• Public hearing and discussion on the proposed 2023 budget for the fiscal year running from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023.

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Board of Trustees will discuss how to cover a $2.3 million shortfall in the Lions Park Recreation Center project. Staff recommends using up to $1.2 million from the Non-Home Rule Sales Tax for infrastructure costs and drawing the rest from General Fund reserves, avoiding new borrowing. The board is expected to provide direction on the funding source.

• Review of Lions Recreation Center costs and funding sources
• Staff recommends no additional borrowing; use Non-Home Rule Sales Tax up to $1.2 million for infrastructure
• Remaining costs to be paid from General Fund revenues in CY2024 and unreserved fund balance
• Project funded by $10,000,000 IDNR grant and $7,490,000 in 2022A bonds
• Cost savings identified include eliminating running track and reducing building area

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission is meeting to discuss the promotion and swearing in of Police Officer Jesus Landa from the PD Sergeant List. The board will also hold an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Discussion on promoting Police Officer Jesus Landa to Sergeant
• Executive session for personnel matters

Planning and Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for December 8, 2022, at 7:30 PM has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2023.

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission will consider approving minutes from its October and November meetings and discuss two old business items: traffic patterns at Jackson Middle School and parking restrictions on the North Avenue Townhomes frontage road. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Approval of minutes from October 4 and November 1, 2022 meetings
• Item 890: Jackson Middle School traffic patterns, including Lombard stop sign warrant study
• Item 891: North Avenue Townhomes frontage road parking restrictions, with draft ordinance and map

Senior Concerns Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific topics, proposals, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

Coffee with the Village Board

The Villa Park Village Board scheduled a Coffee with the Village Board meeting for December 3, 2022, at 9:00 AM at the Village Hall. The agenda consists solely of procedural items including a call to order, roll call, public participation, and adjournment.

Firefighters Pension Fund

The Villa Park Firefighters Pension Fund Board’s December 1 meeting agenda contains only procedural items. No ordinances, contracts, or decisions are scheduled for action.

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Villa Park Board of Fire and Police Commission will meet to discuss formalizing CPAT regulations, receive updates from the fire and police departments, and set the December meeting date and 2023 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approval of minutes and a bill listing.

• Formalizing of the CPAT Regulations
• Approval of Minutes from 10.25.22
• Bill Listing: Ottosen Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo, LTD Inv.#149866 $850.00 (Retainer Fee)
• Bill Listing: P. Ruiz $100.00 (Admin Services, regular meeting 11.29.22)
• December meeting date and Approval of 2023 Meetings

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission held a routine meeting with no new ordinances, contracts, or fee changes. Items included welcoming new commissioners, discussing holiday decoration guidelines, and preliminary 2023 planning, but no decisions were made.

Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board

The Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda including public comments, minutes approval, and reports. No specific decisions or discussions are listed beyond routine procedural items.

• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items
• Approval of minutes
• Commissioner, Chairman, Village Board Liaison, and Staff comments

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will discuss a trial 12-hour shift schedule for patrol officers and a lease agreement for three new vehicles. The board is also reviewing the 2023 budget for the Sugar Creek Golf Course and establishing the 2023 meeting and holiday calendar.

• Lease purchase agreement with BMO Harris for a vactor truck, tandem dump truck, and re-chassis ambulance medic
• Proposed 2023 Sugar Creek Golf Course budget with $1,790,259 in expenditures and $1,971,941 in revenues
• Memorandum of Understanding for a one-year trial of 12-hour shifts for patrol officers
• Bill listing for the week of November 14, 2022, totaling $674,451.89
• Establishment of 2023 regular meeting dates and village holiday schedule

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission will discuss updates on the Community Solar Opt-in Program, No Mow May, the Regional Climate Action Plan, and the Pumpkin Smash Report. Commissioners will also review the 2023 Budget Request Submission and 2023 Meeting Dates, along with planning for Joyful Traditions.

• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Subcommittee
• Update on the Community Solar Opt-in Program
• Regional Climate Action Plan Update
• 2023 Budget Request Submission and 2023 Meeting Dates
• Developing a Eco-Friendly Herbicide and Pesticide Policy

Economic Development Commission

The Villa Park Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss its budget, incentive programs, business corridor meetings, and a business retention list. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

Local Liquor Control Commission

The Villa Park Local Liquor Control Commission meets to review and discuss the consolidation of liquor license classifications as defined in the Municipal Code. The meeting also includes a review of current business liquor license classifications. Public comments are invited before deliberation.

• Review of Liquor License Classifications per Municipal Code Section 3-303
• Discussion on consolidation of liquor license classifications

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board is meeting to consider several significant items, including issuing $697,000 in general obligation bonds, approving contracts for infrastructure projects, and adopting multiple zoning ordinance amendments. The board will also vote on appointments to commissions and a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 964.

• Issue $697,000 General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds, Series 2022B
• Approve $120,526 engineering contract with TranSystems for Iowa and Vermont Improvement Project
• Approve up to $100,000 for decommissioning Well No. 10 with Water Well Solutions Illinois
• Adopt zoning amendments for accessory structures, parking, landscaping, and definitions
• Approve collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 964

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Board of Trustees is reviewing options to address escalating costs for the Lions Park Recreation Center. They are also discussing whether to extend the solid waste contract with Lakeshore Recycling Services (LRS) or seek new proposals.

• Lions Park Recreation Center cost update with current estimate at $19.8M
• Discussion on reducing recreation center space or seeking additional funding
• Lakeshore Recycling Services (LRS) solid waste contract expiring June 2023
• Proposal for LRS to provide 96-gallon waste carts and 64-gallon recycling carts
• Recommendation for staff to pursue a 5-year contract renewal with LRS

Video Production Commission

The Video Production Commission is holding a special meeting to address leadership changes. The body will acknowledge two resignations and elect a new Chairperson for the Cable TV Commission.

• Resignations of Chairperson Cristian Batiz and Commissioner Leslie Allison Seei
• Election of new Chairperson for the Cable TV Commission
• Discussion of new meeting day and time

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rear-yard setback variation for a proposed garage addition at 530 East Park Avenue. The petitioner argues the 15-foot setback (down from 40 feet) is necessary to preserve the home’s architectural features and neighbor lighting conditions.

• Petition PZ-22-0012: rear-yard setback variation to 15 ft for garage addition at 530 E Park Ave
• Owner: Deborah Brown / Petitioner: homeowner

Firefighters Pension Fund

The Firefighter's Pension Fund Board is meeting to review financial and investment reports. The board will consider approving a cyber liability insurance policy and 2023 annual pension benefit increases.

• Possible approval of a Cyber Liability Insurance Policy
• Possible approval of 2023 annual pension benefit increases
• Review and possible approval of Tax Levy Request letter to the Village for year ending Dec. 31, 2022
• Review and possible approval of retirement pension benefit for R. Rakosnik
• Review and possible approval of FPIF Cash Flow Projection for remainder of 2022 and 2023

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meets to receive staff updates on fall/winter programs, current and upcoming park projects, and to discuss two grant items: Lufkin Park OSLAD funding and a $10 million grant for Lions Recreation Center. The agenda includes procedural items like approval of minutes and public comments.

• Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant discussion
• Lions Recreation Center / $10MIL Grant discussion

Senior Concerns Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Senior Concerns Commission on November 7, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2022.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will conduct a workshop to discuss the 2023 budget. The session includes reviews of department budgets and the Capital Improvement Program.

• 2023 Budget Workshop covering Police, Fire, Finance, and Public Works departments
• Review of the Capital Improvement Program

Video Production Commission

The Video Production Commission is meeting to discuss its FY2023 budget request and future training. The body will also consider renaming the commission and the Control Production Room.

• FY2023 Budget Request and commission spending
• Motion to rename Control Production Room to Bergh - Keating Control Room
• Proposal to rename the Commission and update Article XXX, Section 2-3003
• Discussion of adopting policies and procedures
• Open Meetings Act Training

Coffee with the Village Board

This meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The agenda provides an opportunity for public participation before adjournment.

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss participating in Villa Park Chamber of Commerce holiday events, including stringing lights on Prairie Path trees and volunteering at the Joyful Traditions event on December 3, 2022. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with public comments and approvals.

• Discussion of participation in Villa Park Chamber of Commerce holiday events
• Stringing lights on Prairie Path trees
• Volunteering at Joyful Traditions event on December 3, 2022

Historical Preservation Commission

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss 2023 planning items such as preservation plaques, speakers, and yard signs, alongside possible demolitions including the Odeum. The commission is also reviewing village demolition notice procedures, a new brochure, and social media presence.

• Approve VPHPC 10/6/2022 meeting minutes
• Discuss 2023 Preservation Plaques
• Discuss 2023 Speaker
• Discuss 2023 Preservation Yard Signs
• Discuss possible Villa Park demolitions and the demolition of The Odeum

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Traffic and Safety Commission will discuss several local traffic items and a proposed development. The body acts in an advisory capacity to corporate authorities on referred or initiated traffic and safety matters.

• Proposed development at 27 West Park Boulevard
• Draft ordinance for North Avenue Townhomes frontage road parking restrictions
• Mid-block crosswalk on Jackson Street at Leslie Lane
• Jackson Middle School traffic patterns and Lombard Stop Sign Warrant Study Summary
• "Drive Like Your Kids Live Here" signs

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Environmental Concerns Commission will meet to receive updates on various sustainability programs and community events. The body will also discuss the budget request for fiscal year 2023.

• Discussion of Budget Request for FY2023
• Update on the Community Solar Opt-in Program
• Planning for Pumpkin Smash on November 5, 2022
• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Subcommittee
• Regional Climate Action Plan update

Police Pension Board

The Villa Park Police Pension Board will hold a procedural meeting to approve minutes, review vendor payments, and receive reports from the treasurer, investment manager, accountant, and board attorney. No substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board

The Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board will hold a routine meeting with no substantive business items listed. The agenda consists entirely of procedural actions such as roll call, public comments, and approval of minutes. No ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are scheduled for discussion or decision.

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission is meeting to coordinate local contests and awards. The body will discuss its budget, review its governing ordinance, and plan activities for the end of the year.

• Oldest Tree Winner announcement date and video presentation
• Halloween/Fall Decoration Contest prizes consisting of two $25 Visa cards
• Special 'Way To Go!' Award for Jackson Alfano
• Budget discussion
• Review of the F.U.N. Commission ordinance

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Villa Park Board of Fire and Police Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and bills, receiving updates from fire and police departments, and discussing the 2023 commission budget. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel matters. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Approval of minutes from 09.27.22 regular meeting
• Bill listing: The Blue Line Inv.#43891 $348.00 (Firefighter/Paramedic Recruitment Listing)
• Bill listing: Gold Shield Detective Agency Inv.#2013 $1,033.75 (Investigative Activity, confidential report for applicant J.R)
• Bill listing: P. Ruiz $100.00 (Administrative services for regular meeting 10.25.22)
• Executive session for personnel matters under 5ILCS 120/2 (c) (1)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a public hearing to receive comments on a proposal to sell $1.5 million in bonds. Funds would refinance existing debt and finance capital purchases like vehicles, computer equipment, and police gear.

• $1,500,000 bond sale proposed for capital projects and debt refunding
• Capital expenditures include vehicles, computer equipment, police squad cars, dump trucks, maintenance trucks, and cardiac monitors
• General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series 2017) and General Obligation Bonds (Series 2022A) to be refinanced

Economic Development Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Villa Park Economic Development Commission on October 19, 2022, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2022.

Video Production Commission

The Villa Park Video Production Commission will discuss future training plans, the FY2023 budget request, ongoing projects, and potential policy changes. Commissioners will also consider renaming the Control/Production Room and updating the commission’s name and purpose in local ordinances.

• Commission Spending and FY2023 Budget Request
• Motion to rename Control/Production Room to Bergh-Keating Control Room
• Proposal to rename commission and update Article XXX, Section 2-3002
• Discussion of Adopting Policies and Procedures
• Discussion of New Meeting Day and Time

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a variation for a rear yard setback. The body will also review minutes from four previous meetings.

• Public hearing for Petition PZ-22-0012: Variation Rear Yard Setback at 530 E. Park Blvd (Petitioner: Deborah Brown)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will receive staff updates on recreation programs and facility projects. The body will discuss grants related to Lufkin Park and the Lions Recreation Center.

• Lions Recreation Center $10MIL Grant
• Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant
• Brewfest 2022 update
• Fall / Winter Programs and Events update

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees approved grant funding for water main and street improvements and updated the scope of a TIF district eligibility study. The board also established official Halloween trick-or-treat hours and designated new FOIA officers.

• Approved $620,000 Michigan and Vermont Improvement Project ($600,000 via grant)
• Set Halloween Trick-or-Treat hours for Oct. 31, 2022, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Added Rotary Park to the TIF district eligibility study conducted by Teska Associates, Inc.
• Approved $827,902.92 in expenditures for the weeks of Sept. 12 and Sept. 19, 2022
• Designated Cheryl Wagner, Suzanne McVey, Traci Wysoglad, and Laura Narozny as FOIA officers

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Board of Trustees will hear a presentation from the Environmental Concerns Commission. The commission will provide recommendations for specific actions the Village may take regarding its Climate Action Plan pledge.

• Environmental Concerns Commission Climate Action Plan Overview presentation

Historical Preservation Commission

The Historical Preservation Commission will meet to discuss the 2023 Historic Plaque program and new development in the Ardmore and Villa Historic Landmark districts. The body will also review possible demolitions of specific local buildings and a facade change at a new coffee shop.

• Possible demolitions of Pioneer, former Cherokee Rose building, and Community Recreation center
• New development in Ardmore and Villa Historic Landmark districts
• 2023 Historic Plaque program
• Facade change at a new coffee shop

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Traffic and Safety Commission will discuss several local traffic concerns and infrastructure requests. The body will review a proposed development site plan and traffic assessment, as well as specific street safety items.

• Proposed development at 27 West Park Boulevard site plan and traffic assessment
• Mid-block crosswalk request on Jackson Street at Leslie Lane
• Jackson Middle School traffic patterns and Lombard Stop Sign Warrant Study Summary
• North Avenue Townhomes frontage road parking restrictions
• "Drive Like Your Kids Live Here" signs

Senior Concerns Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific business items, proposals, or decisions are listed for deliberation.

Coffee with the Village Board

The Villa Park Village Board held a casual coffee meeting with no formal agenda items. Residents were invited to speak for up to three minutes each on any topic.

Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific business items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including updates on the Largest Dog Wedding Ceremony, determining the winner of the Oldest Tree Contest, and planning the Halloween/Fall Decoration Contest and Fall Fest. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial items.

• Update on Largest Dog Wedding Ceremony volunteer duties
• Oldest Tree Contest submissions - determine winner
• Halloween/Fall Decoration Contest planning
• Fall Fest Update

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission will receive updates from the Fire and Police departments. The meeting includes a review of administrative and testing bills and an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Psychological Exam for Police Officer Candidate: $450.00
• Doris Pacenti Administrative Services: $100.00
• Patty Ruiz Administrative Services: $100.00
• Executive Session for personnel matters

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will vote on setting official Halloween trick-or-treat hours and on a $620,000 infrastructure project funded by a Community Development Block Grant. The board will also update Freedom of Information Act and Open Meetings Act officers and amend a tax-increment financing district study to include Rotary Park.

• Set Halloween trick-or-treat hours to 3:00 pm–8:00 pm on Monday, October 31, 2022
• Approve $620,000 Michigan and Vermont Improvement Project (water mains and streets on North Michigan Ave and West Vermont St)
• Update FOIA and Open Meetings Act officers to include Cheryl Wagner, Suzanne McVey, Traci Wysoglad, and Laura Narozny
• Amend 2022 TIF district study to add Rotary Park for flooding mitigation
• Approve $827,902.92 in bills covering September 12–19, 2022

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Environmental Concerns Commission is meeting to receive updates on community sustainability initiatives. The body will discuss solar programs, recycling events, and climate action planning.

• Community Solar Opt-in Program update for October 10, 2022 Village Board Presentation
• No Mow May Presentation by Commissioner Margaret Schiefer
• Kuusakoski Electronics Recycling Tour update
• Regional Climate Action Plan discussion
• Pumpkin Smash event scheduled for November 5, 2022

Economic Development Commission

The Villa Park Economic Development Commission will consider modifications to the Kenilworth TIF Facade Assistance Program, which provides financial help for building facade improvements. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments. No other major business is listed.

• Discussion of modifications to the Kenilworth TIF Facade Assistance Program
• Review of the Facade Assistance Application 2022 and Program 2022 documents
• Approval of minutes from May 2022

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will receive staff updates on the Jefferson Pool swim season and facility projects. The body will also discuss grants related to Lufkin Park and the Lions Recreation Center.

• Lions Recreation Center $10MIL Grant
• Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant
• 2022 Swim Season at Jefferson Pool update
• Current and upcoming park and facility projects

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board considered six zoning variations for a proposed four-story, 24-unit apartment building at 27 W. Park Boulevard. The board denied the parking and lot coverage variations but approved the remaining four (parking area design, garage entrance, visibility triangle, streetscape) with amendments. The board also approved a special use for a vehicle body shop at 225 W. Stone Road, engineering contracts for the Tri-Trail Connector and Jackson Pond projects, and a school resource officer agreement.

• Denied parking and lot coverage variations for 27 W. Park Blvd apartment project
• Approved parking area design variation with aisle width amended to 21.8 feet
• Approved special use for vehicle body and paint shop at 225 W. Stone Road (Let's Go Motors)
• Approved $101,184.01 engineering contract for Tri-Trail Connector Project
• Approved $198,943.43 engineering contract for Jackson Pond Improvement Project

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss two main items: an overview of all four active Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts, including potential extension of the St. Charles TIF, and a review of the village’s Mixed Use (MX) zoning districts adopted in 2018. Staff will seek direction on future zoning changes for the Planning & Zoning Commission to consider.

• Consider extending and redefining the St. Charles TIF district
• Review MX zoning districts with focus on first-floor use and building height in MX-T areas
• Discuss potential $50 million mixed-use project at 100–110 S. Villa Avenue (The Union)
• Evaluate MX-T zoning for 4–5 story buildings and clarify first-floor residential rules
• Review TIF performance: North Avenue TIF EAV grew from $35.2M (2005) to $44.7M (2021)

Senior Concerns Commission

The September 12, 2022 meeting of the Senior Concerns Commission is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 3, 2022. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for September 12, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for October 3, 2022

Video Production Commission

The Villa Park Video Production Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, planning training, discussing the FY2023 budget request, and considering renaming the control/production room to the Bergh-Keating Control Room. They will also discuss renaming the commission and updating the village code, as well as adopting policies and procedures and changing the meeting day/time.

• Motion to rename Control/Production Room to Bergh-Keating Control Room
• Discussion of renaming commission and updating Article XXX, Section 2-3002
• Commission spending and FY2023 budget request
• Open Meetings Act training
• Approval of minutes from July 11 and August 8, 2022

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 8, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 12, 2022.

Firefighters Pension Fund

The Firefighter's Pension Fund Board will review financial and investment reports for early 2022. The board is considering approval of a tax levy request letter and a 2022 cash flow projection.

• Fiduciary Liability Insurance Renewal
• Review and possible approval of the Tax Levy Request Letter for CY22
• Review and possible approval of FPIF Cash Flow Projection for 2022
• Certification of the Municipal Compliance Report for CY21
• Review of CY22 MWM and DOI Actuarial Valuation Reports

Traffic and Safety Commission

This agenda consists largely of standard procedural items, roll call, and the review of previous meeting minutes from June 7, 2022, and August 2, 2022. The Traffic and Safety Commission is also scheduled to discuss old and new business items including traffic signs, crosswalks, development plans, and parking restrictions.

• Old Business Item No. 883: "Drive Like Your Kids Live Here" signs
• Old Business Item No. 886: Mid-block crosswalk on Jackson Street at Leslie Lane
• Old Business Item No. 889: Proposed development at 27 West Park Boulevard
• Old Business Item No. 890: Jackson Middle School traffic patterns
• New Business Item No. 891: North Avenue Townhomes frontage road parking restrictions

Coffee with the Village Board

The September 3, 2022 Coffee with the Village Board meeting is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 9:00am. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and standard participation instructions.

• Meeting cancelled for September 3, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for October 1, 2022 at 9:00am

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission will convene to hear updates from its subcommittees, including the Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Subcommittee, and receive reports on the Community Solar Opt-in Program, pollinator gardens, recycling, mosquito abatement programming, and education efforts. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific business items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Community F.U.N Commission

The Villa Park Community F.U.N. Commission will discuss and vote on the August 2022 Landscape Award and seed paper business cards. The meeting also includes updates on the Oldest Tree Contest, planning for a Sidewalk Chalk Party, and a membership drive for open positions.

• Vote on August 2022 Landscape Award
• Discussion regarding Sidewalk Chalk Party details set for Saturday, September 10, 2022 at Villa Park Historical Museum Pavilion
• Vote on Seed Paper business cards for Commission based on Eliza's design
• Discussion on Commission Membership Drive for two open Commission positions and two open Jr. Commission positions
• Financial Report presentation

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission is meeting to discuss updates regarding fire department candidate testing and a new police officer attending the academy. The board will also review bills for administrative services and background checks.

• Payment of $1,043.12 to Gold Shield Detectives for a firefighter applicant background check
• Payment of $100.00 to Doris Pacenti for administrative services
• Discussion of entry level testing next steps for the Fire Department
• Update on a new police officer attending the academy on 9.12.22
• Executive session regarding personnel matters

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will review six zoning variations for a proposed four-story apartment building at 27 W. Park Boulevard. The board is also considering a special use permit for an auto paint booth and several infrastructure engineering contracts.

• Six zoning variations for a 24-unit apartment building at 27 W. Park Boulevard
• Special use permit for a vehicle body and paint finishing shop at 225 W. Stone Road
• Engineering agreement with V3 Companies, Ltd. for Jackson Pond Improvement Project not to exceed $198,943.43
• Engineering agreement with Civiltech Engineering, Inc. for Tri-Trail Connector Project not to exceed $101,184.01
• Pavement Rejuvenation Program contract with Corrective Asphalt Materials, LLC not to exceed $68,580.49

Economic Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Economic Development Commission scheduled for August 17, 2022, has been canceled.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission met in a special session to discuss and review petition PZ 22-0005 for Ardmore Flats at 27 West Park Avenue, involving proposed variances for a 4-story, 24-unit apartment building. The meeting included staff reports, petitioner presentations, and a continued public hearing covering project changes such as parking design and building setbacks. Additionally, the commission reviewed proposed text amendments regarding Article 4 of the MX Districts.

• Petition PZ 22-0005 for Ardmore Flats at 27 West Park Avenue proposing a 4-story, 24-unit market-rate apartment building with 37 bedrooms and 37 parking spaces
• Variances requested for streetscape, drive aisle width (22 feet instead of 24 feet), rear foundation landscaping, and visibility triangles
• Proposed text amendments and red-lined scribner errors for Article 4 MX Districts

Community F.U.N Commission

The Villa Park Community F.U.N. Commission is holding a special meeting at the Villa Park Historical Museum Pavilion to vote on the June and July Landscape Awards. Commissioners will also discuss details regarding Villa Park's Oldest Tree Contest.

• Vote on June and July Landscape Awards
• Discussion on Villa Park's Oldest Tree Contest

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meets to hear staff updates on summer programs, aquatics, events, and upcoming fall/winter brochures. Commissioners will also discuss grant applications for Lufkin Park and Lions Recreation Center.

• Lufkin Park OSLAD grant discussion
• Lions Recreation Center $10 million grant proposal

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will discuss zoning variations for a new apartment building and a contract for construction management services. The board is also considering the dissolution of a TIF district.

• First reading of an ordinance for a 24-unit apartment building at 27 W. Park Boulevard
• Proposed construction management contract with W.B. Olson for the Lions Park Recreation Center not to exceed $1,396,002
• Ordinance to terminate the Villa Avenue Redevelopment Project Area TIF and dissolve its special tax allocation fund
• Bill listing for July 25 and August 1, 2022, totaling $1,017,516.93
• Proclamation recognizing Nancy Woodruff

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss two items: meeting dates and procedures for the Committee of the Whole, and proposed amendments to the Village Code. Public participation is invited on each agenda item before the board's deliberation.

• Discussion of meeting dates and procedures for the Committee of the Whole
• Proposed Village Code amendments

Video Production Commission

The Video Production Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve past minutes, review training, discuss spending, and talk about ongoing and future projects. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Video Production Commission

The Video Production Commission will hold a training session on video editing and interviewing techniques. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

Coffee with the Village Board

This meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to approve minutes from the June 4, 2022 meeting and provide an opportunity for public participation.

• Approval of June 4, 2022 Coffee with the Board minutes

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission meets to review and discuss traffic-related items, including school traffic patterns, proposed commercial developments, and crosswalk requests. The commission acts in an advisory role to the Village Board on traffic and safety matters.

• Mid-block crosswalk on Jackson Street at Leslie Lane (email request)
• Proposed commercial drive-thru at 24 East St. Charles Road
• Proposed development at 27 West Park Boulevard (site plan and traffic assessment)
• Jackson Middle School traffic patterns
• "Drive Like Your Kids Live Here" signs

Senior Concerns Commission

The Senior Concerns Commission will hold a routine meeting covering administrative tasks such as approving minutes, public comments, and commissioner reports. No substantive decisions or new business items are listed on the agenda.

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission will discuss community programs including a solar opt-in program and pollinator gardens. The agenda also includes reports on bike, pedestrian, and transit plans, electronics recycling, mosquito abatement, and National Night Out participation.

• Discussion of the Community Solar Opt-in Program
• Update on Promoting Pollinator Gardens and Monarch Way-Stations
• Electronics Recycling Tour
• Possible Participation in National Night Out on Tuesday, August 2nd
• Mosquito Abatement Program Update

Police Pension Board

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will conduct standard business, including a treasurer's report and a potential closed session.

Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific business items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Community F.U.N Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Community F.U.N. Commission for July 26, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 23, 2022, at 5:30pm.

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Villa Park Board of Fire and Police Commission is scheduled to meet on July 26, 2022, at 8:30 AM at the Village Hall. The board will consider approving meeting minutes and bill listings, receive department updates for both fire and police, and hold an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Approval of minutes from the June 28, 2022 regular meeting
• Bill listing for Ottosen Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo retainer and meeting prep ($850.00)
• Bill listing for Doris Pacenti administrative services for the July 26, 2022 meeting ($100.00)
• Fire Department updates including candidate background checks and entry-level testing
• Police Department updates including entry-level hiring and lateral list expiration

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including extending a letter of intent for the redevelopment of 100-110 S. Villa Ave., increasing the Village Manager's purchasing authority, and approving change orders for the Maple Area Improvement Project. The board will also discuss a possible Committee of the Whole meeting.

• Ordinance to extend Letter of Intent for Catalyst Partners and Marquette Companies' development at 100-110 S. Villa Ave. by six months
• Ordinance to increase Village Manager's purchasing authority from $20,000 to $25,000
• Ordinances to increase membership of Cable TV Commission and F.U.N. Commission to seven members each
• Change Order #2 for Maple Area Improvement Project: net addition of $173,030.14, adjusted contract $3,548,001.41
• Change Order #3 for Maple Area Improvement Project: net addition of $102,686.69, adjusted contract $3,650,688.10

Economic Development Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Villa Park Economic Development Commission on July 20, 2022, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2022.

Economic Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Economic Development Commission scheduled for July 18, 2022, has been canceled.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two special use requests for vehicle body and paint shops at 224 W. Stone and 225 W. Stone, and will consider amendments to the village's zoning ordinance. The commission will also vote on the minutes from the June 9 meeting. The agenda includes a continuation of the 225 W. Stone petition from a prior meeting.

• Special use for VL Auto Body at 224 W. Stone (PZ-22-0011)
• Special use for Let's Go Motors at 225 W. Stone (PZ-22-0007)
• Zoning ordinance text amendments (PZ-22-0006)
• Approval of June 9, 2022 minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will receive staff updates on summer programs and facility projects. The body will also discuss grants related to Lufkin Park and the Lions Recreation Center.

• Lions Recreation Center $10MIL Grant
• Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant
• Summer programs and aquatics updates
• Current and upcoming park and facility projects

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider an ordinance prohibiting groundwater use as potable water at 324 East Central Blvd, approve a $20,196.67 software maintenance invoice, and accept a planning report for a zoning change. The agenda also includes routine consent items like minutes and a $1,250,980.92 bill listing.

• Ordinance prohibiting groundwater as potable water supply at 324 East Central Blvd
• Resolution approving $20,196.67 support and maintenance invoice from Harris Computer Systems
• Acceptance of findings of fact for petition PZ-22-0001 (zoning change, PUD, subdivision, vacation of Myrtle Avenue)
• Consent agenda: minutes from June 27, 2022 meeting and bill listing totaling $1,250,980.92

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda that includes roll call, public comments, approval of minutes, and commissioner and staff comments. No specific business items, proposals, or decisions are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

• Public comments invited on agenda items and non-agenda items
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Commissioner, Chairman, Village Board Liaison, and Staff comments

Video Production Commission

The Villa Park Video Production Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and discussing ongoing projects. They will also discuss adopting policies and procedures, review commission spending, and consider amending the village ordinance regarding Cable Commission membership.

• Discussion of adopting policies and procedures
• Update on amending Ordinance Article XXX, Cable Commission, Section 2-3003, Membership
• Update on Commission Spending
• Discussion of Future Special Meeting
• Approval of June 13, 2022 meeting minutes

Firefighters Pension Fund

The Firefighter's Pension Fund Board is meeting to review and potentially approve retirement benefits for two individuals. The meeting includes a period for public comment and a closed session.

• Review and possible approval of Application for Retirement Benefits for James Bickley
• Review and possible approval of Application for Retirement Benefits for Eric Blaskovich

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to discuss several traffic and safety matters, including old business items such as proposed signs, a mid-block crosswalk, a commercial drive-thru, a development proposal, and school traffic patterns. Public comments are invited on agenda items. The commission acts in an advisory capacity to the village authorities.

• Item 883: 'Drive Like Your Kids Live Here' signs
• Item 886: Mid-block crosswalk on Jackson Street at Leslie Lane
• Item 887: Proposed commercial drive-thru at 24 East St. Charles Road
• Item 889: Proposed development at 27 West Park Boulevard (site plan and traffic assessment updated)
• Item 890: Jackson Middle School traffic patterns

Coffee with the Village Board

The Coffee with the Village Board meeting scheduled for July 2, 2022, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2022.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Petition PZ-22-0005 for a proposed four-story, 24-unit apartment building at 27 W. Park Avenue (Ardmore Flats). The petitioner, Ross Builders on behalf of Apex Ardmore, LLC, seeks a plat of subdivision to consolidate two parcels and multiple zoning variances. The commission will consider staff input, public testimony, and then discuss and vote on the request.

• Petition PZ-22-0005: 24-unit, 4-story apartment building at 27 W. Park Avenue
• Variance for 33 parking spaces where 37 are required (Sec. 7.2)
• Variance for 90.6% lot coverage where 70% impervious + 25% semi-pervious is max (Sec. 4.4.3.A.7)
• Variance for garage entry on side yard (Princeton Ave.) instead of rear only (Sec. 4.4.3(10))
• Variance for 0' rear foundation landscaping where 5' required (Sec. 9.1.5.3)

Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board

The Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board will hold a routine meeting with no substantive agenda items. The board will follow standard procedural steps including roll call, public comments, and approval of minutes, but no business decisions or discussions are listed.

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss community events and vote on the June Landscape Award. The agenda includes recaps of Kites and Kicks and the 4th of July Parade, as well as a search for the oldest tree. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Vote on June Landscape Award
• Kites and Kicks recap
• 4th of July Parade participation
• Oldest Tree Search/contest

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission will discuss hiring, retirements, and entry-level testing for the Fire Department. The board will also review bills for background and psychological testing of fire applicants.

• Payment to Gold Shield Detective Agency for background investigations totaling $3,134.44
• Payment to COPS/FIRE Personnel Testing for polygraph and psychological tests totaling $610.00
• Payment to Doris Pacenti Administrative Services for $100.00
• Discussion of Fire Department retirements, hiring, and entry-level testing
• Executive session regarding personnel matters

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several resolutions, including approving a $1,164,960.81 contract for the Sugar Creek Pond Restoration Project, endorsing a regional climate action plan, accepting a $10 million state grant for a recreation center at Lions Park, and authorizing fuel purchases over $20,000. The board will also vote on performance bonuses for two staff members and a new police labor agreement.

• Resolution approving $1,164,960.81 contract to Semper Fi Land, Inc. for Sugar Creek Pond Restoration
• Resolution endorsing Metropolitan Mayors Caucus 2021 Climate Action Plan
• Resolution authorizing $10,000,000 IDNR grant agreement for Lions Park recreation center
• Resolution authorizing fuel purchases over $20,000 through Suburban Purchasing Cooperative
• Resolutions authorizing $15,000 performance bonuses for Public Works Director Michael Guerra and Assistant Manager Suzanne McVey

Police Pension Board

The Villa Park Police Pension Board is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda of roll call, public comments, minutes approval, treasurer's report, and commissioner/chairman comments. No substantive business items are listed, and the agenda is largely procedural boilerplate.

• Public comments on agenda items and non-agenda items
• Approval of minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Possible executive closed session

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission will discuss environmental programs and events, including the Solar Opt-in Program, the 2022 Clean Sweep, and pollinator gardens. Commissioners will also consider the approval of miscellaneous spending and expenses for Summerfest.

• Approval of Minutes from the May 26, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of the Solar Opt-in Program
• Recap of 2022 Clean Sweep
• Update on Promoting Pollinator Gardens and Monarch Way-Stations
• Approval of Miscellaneous Spending for Summerfest

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission's regular meeting scheduled for June 15, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2022. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Meeting canceled for June 15, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for July 20, 2022

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will discuss two grant items: the Lufkin Park OSLAD grant and a $10 million grant for the Lions Park Recreation Center. The meeting also includes staff updates on summer programs and park projects, plus public comments.

• Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant discussion
• Lions Park Recreation Center / $10MIL Grant discussion
• Day Camp, Jefferson Pool, Mariners Swim Team, Summerfest updates
• Current and upcoming park and facility projects

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will discuss increasing water rates by 4.2% and approve several infrastructure engineering agreements. The board is also considering a $4.4 million contract for sewer separation and roadway improvements.

• Proposed 4.2% water rate increase (21 cents per 1,000 gallons)
• Contract with Benchmark Construction Inc. for Washington Street Sewer Separation - Phase 1 not to exceed $4,448,000.00
• Engineering agreement with Primera Engineers, Ltd. for Yale Avenue Improvement Project not to exceed $110,590.00
• Engineering agreement with TranSystems Corporation for Villa Avenue Bridge Improvement Project not to exceed $86,786.00
• Bill listings from May 23, May 30, and June 6, 2022 totaling $2,569,166.35

Video Production Commission

The Video Production Commission will convene to review minutes from the May 9 meeting, receive public comments, and discuss ongoing projects including the Fourth of July Parade, equipment purchases, and potential policy changes. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Video Production Commission

The Villa Park Video Production Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from November 8, 2021, and discuss training and future commission projects. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2021
• Discussion of training
• Discussion of future commission projects

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings on three petitions: a special-use request for a vehicle body and paint shop at 225 W. Stone, zoning text amendments, and a subdivision/variance request for a 27 W. Park Avenue apartment project. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments on non-agenda items.

• Special Use Petition PZ-22-0007 for vehicle body/paint shop at 225 W. Stone (Let’s Go Motors)
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment Petition PZ-22-0006 (Appendix C updates)
• Subdivision/Variance Petition PZ-22-0005 for 27 W. Park Avenue (Ardmore Flats) by Ross Builders

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to discuss traffic patterns, proposed developments, and parking items. The agenda includes presentations and discussions on traffic assessments, signs, and crosswalk requests.

• Presentation by Ross Builders regarding proposed development at 27 West Park Boulevard
• Discussion of mid-block crosswalk on Jackson Street at Leslie Lane
• Consideration of proposed commercial drive-thru at 24 East St. Charles Road
• Discussion of parking on Wildwood east of Monterey
• Review of Jackson Middle School traffic patterns

Senior Concerns Commission

The Senior Concerns Commission is holding its regular June 2022 meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural items such as roll call, public comments, approval of minutes, and commissioner/staff comments, with no specific business or decisions listed. Public participation is invited on each agenda item.

• No specific business items listed on the agenda
• Public comments invited on agenda and non-agenda items
• Meeting held at Village Hall, 20 S. Ardmore Avenue

Coffee with the Village Board

This meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to approve minutes from May 7, 2022, and provide an opportunity for public participation.

• Approval of May 7, 2022 minutes

Historical Preservation Commission

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission met to approve minutes from May 5, 2022, recap a May 23, 2022 historic proclamation, and discuss a summer project. The commission also discussed development progress along the Ardmore Ave. TID and noted that meetings will not be held in July, August, and September 2022.

• Approval of May 5, 2022 VPHPC minutes
• Recap of May 23, 2022 Historic Proclamation at Village Board meeting
• Discussion of VPHPC summer project
• Discussion of development progress on Ardmore Ave. TID

Firefighters Pension Fund

The Villa Park Firefighter's Pension Fund Board will hold a meeting on June 2, 2022, at 5:00 PM at the Villa Park Public Library. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items, including roll call, public comments, approval of minutes, the treasurer's report, and comments from commissioners, the chairman, and the village board liaison. An executive closed session is also listed as necessary.

• Treasurer's Report
• Executive Closed Session (if necessary)

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees will decide on appointing a new village manager and approve an employment agreement for the position. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters before the formal vote.

• Resolution appointing Village Manager and approving employment agreement
• Village Manager Employment Agreement (signed by M. Harline) to be authorized

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission is meeting to discuss environmental initiatives, including a community solar opt-in program, the regional climate action plan, and the 2022 Green Sweep. The agenda includes reports from subcommittees and updates on various programs, with public comments invited on each item.

• Green Champion Award presentation to State Representative Deb Conroy
• Community Solar Opt-in Program presentation by David Hoover
• Report on 2022 Green Sweep
• Update on Promoting Pollinator Gardens and Monarch Way-Stations
• Mosquito Abatement Program update

Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific business items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission will discuss and approve final details for the Kites & Kicks event, maintenance plans for the Village Butterfly Garden and planters, and upcoming community activities like the 4th of July Parade and Halloween plans. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comments.

• Kites & Kicks event final details
• Maintenance of Village Butterfly Garden and F.U.N. Commission planters
• Participation in 4th of July Parade
• Halloween Plans
• Sidewalk Chalk Party

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission meeting scheduled for May 24, 2022, has been canceled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. The notice includes standard public participation and accessibility information, but no substantive business is scheduled.

• Meeting canceled for May 24, 2022

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider ordinances to raise water rates by 4.2% (21 cents per 1,000 gallons) and to increase the maximum number of Class D-1 liquor licenses. The board will also hold first readings on a groundwater well prohibition and approve consent agenda items including bills totaling $758,427.10. Ceremonies for fire department promotions and a Historic Preservation Month proclamation are scheduled.

• Ordinance to increase water rates by 4.2% (21 cents per 1,000 gallons) due to higher rates from Chicago and DuPage Water Commission
• Ordinance to increase maximum number of Class D-1 liquor licenses (Villa Park Exxon)
• Ordinance prohibiting use of groundwater as potable water supply via private wells (621 East Wildwood Avenue)
• Consent agenda: bill listing totaling $758,427.10 for weeks of May 9 and May 16, 2022
• Appointment of Kent Johnson to Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board (term June 1, 2022 – April 30, 2023)

Village Board of Trustees

The special meeting of the Villa Park Village Board of Trustees scheduled for May 20, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 23, 2022, at 7:00 PM. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and standard public participation instructions.

• Special meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: May 23, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting that includes public comments and an executive session. The closed session is authorized under state law to discuss employee matters and the selection of a person to fill a public office. The agenda contains no other substantive business items.

• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal
• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(3) to consider selection of a person to fill a public office
• Remote meeting authorized due to COVID-19 under Section 7(e) of the Illinois Open Meetings Act

Economic Development Commission

The Villa Park Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss economic development matters, including a Bicycle Friendly Business program and temporary parking arrangements during Union construction. The commission will also receive general economic development updates and hear public comments.

• Discussion of Bicycle Friendly Business program, presented by Bob Wagner
• Temporary parking during The Union construction
• Economic development updates

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is holding a special remote meeting on May 16, 2022, at 6:00 PM. The agenda is limited to an executive session to discuss employee matters and potential appointments to public office, followed by adjournment. No public votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal
• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(3) to consider filling a public office by appointment
• Remote meeting due to COVID-19, with live audio at 20 S. Ardmore Avenue

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Petition PZ-22-0001, a request by Catalyst Partners and Marquette Companies for a zoning map amendment and special use permit for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) called The Union at 100-110 S. Villa Avenue. The commission will also discuss proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance (Appendix C), including corrections to MX district regulations. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Public hearing on PZ-22-0001: Plat of Subdivision, Zoning Map Amendment, and Special Use for PUD at 100-110 S. Villa Avenue (The Union)
• Discussion of zoning ordinance amendments (PZ-22-0004) including MX district corrections and encroachment regulations
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2022 meeting
• Public comments on non-agenda items

Firefighters Pension Fund

The Villa Park Firefighters Pension Fund Board is meeting to review financial and investment reports, approve consent agenda items, and discuss old and new business. Key actions include approving retirement benefits for C. Gilliland, reviewing a QILDRO for N. Sparger, and selecting IME physicians for a disability application. The board will also consider investment rate of return assumptions and actuarial reports.

• Approve Jan., Feb., Mar. 2022 financials and BMO Harris statements
• Approve FPIF investment reports and Sawyer Falduto Q1 2022 report
• Approval of Res. 2022-03 amending Board Rules Chapter 4 Section 4.07
• Review and approval of Application for Retirement Benefits - C. Gilliland
• Review and possible approval of QILDRO for N. Sparger

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission is holding a special meeting to finalize plans for the Kites & Kicks event, including budget approval, setup/cleanup, music, food trucks, banner/flyer artwork, and volunteers. The agenda is mostly operational, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Final approval of Kites & Kicks budget
• Discussion of food truck placement
• Approval of banner and flyer artwork
• Music options for the event
• Volunteer coordination

Village Board of Trustees

This is a special meeting of the Villa Park Village Board of Trustees with an agenda containing only routine procedural items: call to order, pledge, public comments, an executive session, and adjournment. The executive session is authorized under state law to discuss employee matters and potential appointments to public office. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the public agenda.

• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal
• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(3) for selection of a person to fill a public office

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss department updates and two key business items: the Lufkin Park project related to an OSLAD grant and a $10 million grant for the Lions Recreation Center. The commission will also hear public comments and consider approval of minutes.

• Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant discussion
• Lions Recreation Center / $10MIL Grant discussion
• Spring and Summer Program updates
• Summer Camp and Aquatics updates
• Current and upcoming park and facility projects

Video Production Commission

The Villa Park Video Production Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss ongoing projects, and follow up on an equipment purchase. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 14 and April 11, 2022
• Discussion of ongoing projects
• Follow-up regarding equipment purchase

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider approving a formal architect agreement with Williams Architects for the Lions Park Recreation Center project, with services not to exceed $1,378,080. The board will also hear a presentation on a regional climate action plan and issue proclamations for Public Works Week and Safe Boating Week. Consent agenda items include meeting minutes and bill listings totaling $1,094,828.23.

• Resolution to approve AIA Standard Form Agreement with Williams Architects for Lions Park Recreation Center, up to $1,378,080
• Presentation on Climate Action Plan for Chicago Region
• Proclamation for National Public Works Week (May 15-21, 2022)
• Proclamation for National Boat Safety Week (May 21-27, 2022)
• Consent agenda: minutes and bill listings totaling $1,094,828.23

Coffee with the Village Board

This is a procedural Coffee with the Village Board meeting. The board will approve minutes from the April 2, 2022 meeting and offer an opportunity for public participation. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2022 meeting
• Public participation invited on each agenda item

Historical Preservation Commission

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving April minutes, scheduling a Village Board date for a Preservation Plaque, purchasing the plaque, and sending a National Historic Preservation Month proclamation to the Village. They will also discuss summer recess projects. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Approve minutes of April 7, 2022
• Schedule Village Board date for Preservation Plaque
• Purchase Preservation Plaque and notify homeowner
• Send National Historic Preservation Month Proclamation to Village
• Discuss summer recess projects

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss the Village Manager selection process. The board will also enter executive session to consider personnel matters and the appointment of a person to fill a public office. Public comments are invited on agenda items before deliberation.

• Discussion of Village Manager Selection Process
• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for employee appointment/employment/compensation
• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(3) to consider filling a public office

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to consider several traffic and safety items, including old business items such as 'Drive Like Your Kids Live Here' signs, flashing beacons at Addison and Elm, a mid-block crosswalk on Jackson Street at Leslie Lane, and a proposed commercial drive-thru at 24 East St. Charles Road. New business includes a discussion on parking on Wildwood east of Monterey. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Discussion of #887: Proposed commercial drive-thru at 24 East St. Charles Road
• Discussion of #886: Mid-block crosswalk on Jackson Street at Leslie Lane
• Discussion of #885: Flashing beacons at Addison and Elm
• Discussion of #888: Parking on Wildwood east of Monterey
• Approval of minutes from April 5, 2022 meeting

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission is meeting to approve minutes from March and April 2022, and to discuss old business, including the Senior Directory. The agenda includes staff input, commissioner comments, and public comments. No new business items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2022 and April 11, 2022
• Discussion of Senior Directory (old business)

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is holding a special remote meeting on April 27, 2022, at 4:30 PM. The agenda is limited to an executive session to discuss specific employee matters and the selection of a person to fill a public office, followed by adjournment. No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal
• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(3) to consider filling a public office
• Remote meeting due to COVID-19, with in-person viewing at Village Hall, 20 S. Ardmore Avenue

Police Pension Board

The Villa Park Police Pension Board is holding its regular meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering roll call, public comments, minutes approval, treasurer's report, and commissioner/chairman comments, with a possible closed session. No specific business items or decisions are listed.

• Public comments on agenda items
• Approval of minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Possible executive closed session
• Public participation limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board

The Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda that includes roll call, public comments, minutes approval, and reports. No specific decisions or substantive items are listed; the agenda is purely procedural.

• Public comments on agenda items
• Approval of minutes
• Commissioner, Chairman, Village Board Liaison, and Village Staff comments
• Adjournment

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is holding a special remote meeting on April 26, 2022, at 4:30 PM. The agenda consists of routine procedural items: call to order, pledge, public comment, an executive session, and adjournment. The executive session is authorized under the Illinois Open Meetings Act to discuss employee matters and the selection of a person to fill a public office. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the open agenda.

• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) for employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal
• Executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(3) to consider selection of a person to fill a public office
• Special remote meeting due to COVID-19, with in-person viewing at Village Hall, 20 S. Ardmore Avenue

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission is meeting to discuss its 2022 budget and plan events for the year. The agenda includes public comment periods and standard procedural items like minutes approval.

• 2022 Budget Discussion
• 2022 Commission Event Planning

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several items, including final approval of a special use permit for a drive-thru restaurant at 24 E. St. Charles Avenue, a contract for road resurfacing design, and a license agreement for a fence. The board will also recognize retiring fire lieutenant Chris Gilliland and issue proclamations for Arbor Day and Public Service Recognition Week.

• Special use permit for drive-thru restaurant at 24 E. St. Charles Ave. (second reading)
• Engineering services agreement with TranSystems for Rebuild IL Resurfacing Project, not to exceed $163,644
• License agreement for fence in alley right-of-way at 815 S. Michigan Ave.
• AIA agreement with Williams Architects for Lions Park Recreation Center, up to $1,378,080
• Approval of FY2022 Safety Incentive and Safe Driver programs

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting primarily to enter executive session to consider the employment of specific employees, as permitted under the Open Meetings Act. The agenda is limited to this personnel matter, with no other substantive business items listed.

• Executive session under 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) to consider appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees or legal counsel

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the upcoming Kites and Kicks event in June. They will review event costs, decide on budget allocations, discuss food and entertainment options, and plan the event setup at Rotary Park. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Break down event costs and vote on budget spending
• Discuss food and entertainment options and costs
• Volunteers needed for the event
• Walk the event space to decide setup

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and concept plan presentation for Petition PZ-22-0005, a proposed development called Ardmore Flats at 27 W. Park by Ross Builders. No decision is expected; it is for discussion only. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and status updates on text amendments and development projects.

• Petition PZ-22-0005: Concept plan for Ardmore Flats at 27 W. Park by Ross Builders
• Approval of minutes from March 10, 2022, including PZ-22-0001, PZ-22-0002, PZ-22-0003
• Status update on text amendments and development projects
• Volunteer Appreciation Week recognition

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss department updates and two grant-related business items: the Lufkin Park OSLAD grant and a $10 million grant for the Lions Recreation Center. Public comments are invited on agenda items.

• Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant discussion
• Lions Recreation Center / $10MIL Grant discussion
• Spring Programs Update
• 2022 Aquatics Update
• Current and upcoming park and facility projects

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will hold first readings on three ordinances: one to reclassify a liquor license at 610 N. Addison from Class H to Class D, one for a special use permit for a drive-thru restaurant at 34 E. St. Charles Avenue, and one to amend a planned unit development for outdoor storage at 880 N. Addison Road. The board will also vote on several resolutions, including approving change orders for street projects, purchasing thermal imaging cameras, and selling village-owned property at 440 E. Van Buren Street.

• Ordinance to increase Class D liquor licenses from 7 to 8 and decrease Class H from 6 to 5, for 7-Eleven at 610 N. Addison
• Special use permit for a drive-thru quick serve restaurant at 34 E. St. Charles Avenue
• PUD amendment for additional accessory structure at 880 N. Addison Road
• Final change order for 2020 Street Improvement Project: net deduction of $131,815.54
• Sale of village-owned property at 440 E. Van Buren Street for $325,000

Senior Concerns Commission

The Senior Concerns Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the previous meeting's minutes and discussing senior concerns. The agenda contains no major decisions or proposals, only standard procedural items.

• Approval of March 7 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Senior Concerns under Old Business

Video Production Commission

The Villa Park Video Production Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes from March 14, 2022, and discussing ongoing projects. They will also discuss purchasing a wireless handheld microphone and a wireless dual lavalier microphone system, with an approximate cost of $598.40. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Discussion of purchase of wireless handheld microphone and wireless dual lavalier microphone system (approx. $598.40)
• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2022
• Discussion of ongoing projects
• Training discussion

Historical Preservation Commission

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission will review historical plaque applications, conduct a stewardship review of village-owned historic buildings, and discuss a presentation date for a plaque at a village board meeting. The commission will also consider a bike rack at the Chamber of Commerce building and hear updates on national historic preservation issues and the opening of the Villa Park Historical Museum.

• Review of Historical Preservation Plaque applications
• Stewardship Review of Village-owned historic buildings
• Bike rack at Chamber of Commerce building
• Villa Park Historical Museum opened April 1 for the season
• Next meeting scheduled for May 5, 2022 at 7:30pm

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to discuss and advise on several traffic and safety matters, including truck traffic on Wildwood and Monterey, a proposed mid-block crosswalk, and a commercial drive-thru. The commission acts in an advisory capacity to the village board. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Truck traffic on Wildwood and Monterey, with Truck Routes Ordinance and Map
• Proposed 'Drive Like Your Kids Live Here' signs
• No parking request at 701 North Michigan Avenue
• Flashing beacons at Addison and Elm
• Proposed commercial drive-thru at 24 East St. Charles Road

Coffee with the Village Board

This is a routine Coffee with the Village Board meeting in Villa Park, IL, with a short agenda covering roll call, approval of the prior meeting's minutes, and an opportunity for public participation. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed beyond these procedural items.

• Approval of minutes from the March 5, 2022 meeting
• Public participation invited on each agenda item
• Meeting held at Village Hall, 20 S. Ardmore Avenue, Villa Park, IL

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission is meeting to discuss several environmental initiatives, including a green energy option for electrical aggregation, promoting pollinator gardens, and recycling programs. The commission will also receive reports from subcommittees and select recipients for the Green Champion Award.

• Discussion of Green Energy Option for electrical aggregation
• Discussion on promoting pollinator gardens and monarch way-stations
• Update on Regional Climate Action Plan Resolution
• Discussion of Recycling - Beyond the Bin program
• Arbor Day Celebration planned for Friday, April 29th

Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board

The Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda of roll call, public comments, minutes approval, and board/staff reports. No specific decisions, proposals, or financial items are listed; the agenda is entirely procedural boilerplate.

• Public comments invited on each agenda item, limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Meeting held at Sugar Creek Golf Course Clubhouse, 500 E. Van Buren Street, Villa Park, IL
• Agenda includes approval of minutes and amendments to the agenda

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission will discuss and plan several community events, including the upcoming Earth Day/Prairie Path cleanup, the Kites and Kickball event on June 12, 2022, and potential events for the rest of 2022. They will also select a planning committee for the Kites and Kickball event and discuss Junior Commissioners and volunteers.

• Discuss Earth Day/Prairie Path cleanup duties
• Select Planning Committee for Kites and Kickball event on June 12, 2022
• Discussion regarding Junior Commissioners
• Discussion regarding Volunteers
• Discuss potential Commission events for remainder of 2022

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission will review consent items, including minutes and testing-related bills, and receive updates from the Fire and Police Departments. The Fire Department reports that 4 of 7 sergeant candidates passed interviews and will proceed to background checks, with lieutenant testing dates set. The Police Department will discuss possible vacancies and the 38th officer position. The meeting includes public comments and a closed session.

• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2022 regular meeting
• Bills: $200 for COPS/FIRE personnel testing (sergeant exam scoring) and $100 for administrative services
• Fire Department: 4 of 7 sergeant candidates advance to background checks
• Lieutenant testing: exam workshop 3/23/22, assessment center 4/6/22, written exam 4/20/22
• Police Department: discussion of possible vacancies and 38th officer

Economic Development Commission

The Villa Park Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss economic interest statements, and receive development updates. Public comments are invited on agenda and non-agenda items. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of February minutes
• Economic interest statements
• Development updates

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider finalizing the sale of $7.5 million in general obligation bonds to fund a new recreation center, approve a grant application and architectural services for the project, and act on several other items including liquor licensing, parking restrictions, and truck routes. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a life-saving award presentation.

• Ordinance authorizing sale of $7.5M general obligation bonds for recreation center
• Resolution to submit IDNR grant application and approve site/scope plan for recreation center at Lions Park
• Resolution approving $1,378,080 architectural services agreement with Williams Architects/Aquatics
• Ordinance increasing Class 'EE' liquor licenses to 10 for Captain B's Shrimp House II at 231 W. North Ave.
• Resolution approving $320,512.25 change order for Maple Area Improvement Project

Video Production Commission

The Villa Park Video Production Commission is holding a regular meeting with no major decisions on the agenda. The main business items are discussions about training, ongoing projects, and commission roles. The meeting also includes public comment periods and approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Approval of minutes from January 10, 2022
• Discussion of training
• Discussion of ongoing projects
• Discussion of commission roles

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two petitions: a special use and variation for a drive-thru at 24 E. St. Charles Road, and an amendment to the PUD at 880 N. Addison Road to allow an additional accessory structure. The commission will also receive a concept plan presentation for a mixed-use development at 100-110 S. Villa Avenue and discuss potential zoning ordinance text amendments.

• Petition PZ-22-0002: Special use for drive-thru in MX 3 district and variation for reduced parking lot landscaping at 24 E. St. Charles Road
• Petition PZ-22-0003: Amendment to PUD (Ord #3727) to permit a storage canopy building at 880 N. Addison Road, with variance for accessory structure size and count
• Concept plan presentation for proposed mixed-use development 'The Union' at 100-110 S. Villa Avenue by Catalyst Partners and Marquette Companies
• Informal discussion of potential amendments to the Village Zoning Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings (PZ-21-0011, PZ-21-0012, PZ-21-0013)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will discuss updates on parks, recreation programs, and facilities, including the Lufkin Park OSLAD grant and a $10 million grant for the Recreation Center. The meeting includes public comments, staff updates, and approval of minutes.

• Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant discussion
• Recreation Center / $10MIL Grant discussion
• Winter/Spring program updates and upcoming summer programs
• Lifeguard training update
• Current and upcoming park and facility projects

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda consisting of roll call, public comments, minutes approval, and commissioner/staff comments. No substantive business items, proposals, or decisions are listed; the meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

• Public comments allowed on agenda and non-agenda items, limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Commissioner, Chairman, Village Board Liaison, and Village Staff comments

Coffee with the Village Board

This is a procedural Coffee with the Village Board meeting with no substantive action items. The board will approve minutes from the February 5, 2022 meeting and take public comments. No ordinances, contracts, or other decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 5, 2022 meeting
• Public participation on agenda items

Historical Preservation Commission

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission will review repairs needed for the former CAE Ardmore Station, a village-owned historic building, and discuss the 2022 Historic Preservation program, including sending reminder letters to interested residents and setting an award date. The commission will also review upcoming preservation conferences and briefly discuss national preservation issues, as well as the TID project, proposed development by the former CGW Train Depot, new Community Center, and Lufkin Park ideas.

• Review of repairs for former CAE Ardmore Station (roof, gutters, chimney, windows)
• Discussion of 2022 Historic Preservation program and award date
• Reminder letters to interested residents for preservation applications
• Upcoming conferences: Landmark Illinois, National Trust for Historic Preservation (ZOOM, with fees)
• Discussion of TID project, former CGW Train Depot development, new Community Center, Lufkin Park ideas

Firefighters Pension Fund

The Firefighters Pension Fund Board is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda that includes public comments, approval of minutes, a treasurer's report, and possible closed session. No specific decisions or substantive items are listed, so the meeting appears to be routine procedural business.

• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items
• Approval of minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Possible executive closed session

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to discuss and advise on five traffic-related items, including a possible truck route restriction on Wildwood and Monterey, new safety signs, a no-parking request, flashing beacons at an intersection, and a mid-block crosswalk. Public comments are invited on each item before the board deliberates. The commission acts in an advisory capacity to the village board.

• Truck traffic on Wildwood and Monterey — possible truck route ordinance and map
• Drive Like Your Kids Live Here signs — proposed installation
• No parking at 701 N. Michigan Avenue — request under review
• Flashing beacons at Addison and Elm — proposal with photos
• Mid-block crosswalk at Leslie Lane on Jackson Street — resident email cited

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees is reviewing ordinances to establish local truck routes and restrict parking on North Michigan Avenue. The board is also considering updates to outdoor seating and storage zoning regulations.

• Proposed parking restrictions on the east side of North Michigan Avenue from Ridge Road to Stone Road
• Proposed ordinance to designate four village streets as local truck routes near Wildwood and Monterey Avenues
• Proposed zoning text amendments regarding outdoor seating and outdoor storage regulations
• Engineering services agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for the Michigan and Vermont Improvement Project not to exceed $54,975
• Bill listings for the weeks of February 14 and February 21, 2022, totaling $974,761.17

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Environmental Concerns Commission is meeting to discuss several environmental initiatives, including a possible regulation of gas-powered leaf blowers, the green energy option for electrical aggregation, and promoting pollinator gardens. The commission will also receive updates on the Regional Climate Action Plan resolution and the Green Champion Award, and consider a tour of an electronics recycling facility.

• Discussion on regulating gas powered leaf blowers
• Electrical aggregation - discussion of the Green Energy Option
• Discussion on promoting pollinator gardens and Monarch way-stations
• Update on Regional Climate Action Plan resolution
• Possible tour of Kuusakoski Plainfield electronics recycling facility

Community F.U.N Commission

The Villa Park Community F.U.N. Commission canceled its regular meeting scheduled for February 22, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for March 22, 2022, at the Village Hall Committee of the Whole Room.

• Meeting cancellation for February 22, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for March 22, 2022

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission will review police sergeant final results and discuss a possible vacancy, along with fire department updates on entry-level firefighter interviews and lieutenant testing dates. The board will also approve minutes and bills, including testing-related expenses.

• Police Sergeant Final Results and Eligibility List
• Possible upcoming police vacancy
• Firefighter interview dates for 7 candidates
• Lieutenant testing: March 23 workshop, April 6 assessment center, April 20 written exam
• Bills: $2,175.00 (CY21) and $3,800.00 (CY22) for sergeant promotional exam, $100.00 for administrative services

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees scheduled a special meeting for February 21, 2022, consisting primarily of a closed executive session. The purpose of the executive session is to consider the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees or legal counsel.

• Executive session under 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1) regarding specific employees or legal counsel

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss COVID-19 and economic development updates. The body will also review a community engagement meeting with The Union scheduled for February 24, 2022.

• Community Engagement Meeting with The Union on February 24, 2022
• Covid 19 Updates
• Economic Development Updates

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees will review several ordinances and resolutions, including a $245,751 purchase of a new street sweeper, zoning map updates, and a special-use sign permit for a local church. A presentation on a proposed village recreation center will also be heard.

• Purchase of 2022 Elgin Pelican Sweeper for $245,751 via Sourcewell Cooperative
• Approval of revised 2022 Zoning Map with prior rezonings
• Special use permit for electronic message display panel at 1334 S. Villa Avenue for New Life Bible Chapel
• Agreement with LiftOff LLC for Microsoft Office 365 licenses up to $63,942
• Biometric fingerprint system purchase for police department for $23,800

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposal to issue General Obligation Bonds not to exceed $7,500,000. These funds would finance the construction and equipping of a Village Recreation Center, including land costs, planning, and architectural services. The bond issuance is tied to a grant application submitted to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) for $10,000,000 due by March 31, 2022.

• Discussion on a proposal to issue General Obligation Bonds in an amount not to exceed $7,500,000 for a Village Recreation Center
• Grant application to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) for $10,000,000 due March 31, 2022

Video Production Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific business items or decisions were listed for deliberation.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The February 10, 2022 regular meeting of the Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. No agenda items were discussed.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting: March 10, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.

Firefighters Pension Fund

The Firefighter's Pension Fund Board is meeting to review 2021 financial and investment reports. The board will discuss the consolidation of investment fund assets and update signatory authority for accounts.

• Approval of Board Rules Chapter 4 Section 4.07 Cash Management Policy
• Approval of Res. 2022-01 Establishing Signatory Authority
• Approval of attorney engagement letter and retainer
• Approval of CY21-23 audit preparation services
• Review of CY21 ending Dec. 31, 2021 financials and investment reports

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meets to receive staff updates on park projects and fleet operations, discuss community input for Lufkin Park, and review proposed 2022 pool pass and daily admission fees. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approval of minutes and public comments.

• 2022 Pool Pass and Daily Admission Fees discussion
• Lufkin Park Community Input Meeting discussion
• Current/Completed Park and facility Projects update
• Upcoming Projects overview
• IPRA State Conference and Summer Brochure updates

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission is holding a regular meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The only substantive item is the approval of minutes from the November 1, 2021 meeting. No other decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 1, 2021 meeting

Coffee with the Village Board

The Villa Park Village Board meets for a Coffee with the Village Board session on February 5, 2022. The agenda consists entirely of procedural matters, including a roll call, approval of minutes from the December 4, 2021 meeting, and public participation.

• Approval of minutes from the December 4, 2021 meeting
• Opportunity for public participation

Historical Preservation Commission

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission met to review procedural matters, discuss 2022 Preservation Award applications, and discuss conferences including LI, NT, and NAPC. The meeting agenda consists primarily of procedural items, old and new business, and comment periods.

• Review 2022 applications for 2022 Preservation Awards
• Discuss Conferences - LI, NT, NAPC

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting solely to consider the employment of specific employees of the public body. The agenda includes public comments, an executive session under the Open Meetings Act, and adjournment. No other business items are listed.

• Special meeting called for considering employment of specific employees
• Executive session under Open Meetings Act 5ILCS/120 1.(c)(1) for employee matters
• Public comments invited on agenda items, limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Traffic and Safety Commission will hear a presentation on a proposed apartment complex. The body will also discuss several traffic and parking requests across the village.

• Proposed apartment complex plans at 27 W. Blvd
• Truck traffic on Wildwood and Monterey
• No parking request at 701 N. Michigan Avenue
• Flashing beacons at Addison and Elm
• Drive Like Your Kids Live Here signs

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Environmental Concerns Commission will discuss electrical aggregation and a Regional Climate Action Plan Resolution. The meeting includes reports on transit and energy kits, as well as a discussion on pollinator gardens.

• Electrical Aggregation - Green Energy Option presentation by David Hoover of NIMEC
• Regional Climate Action Plan Resolution
• Discussion on Promoting Pollinator Gardens and Monarch Way-Stations by Cristian Batiz
• 2022 Spring Sweep scheduled for Saturday, May 21, 2022
• Report on Distribution of Free Income-Eligible Energy Kits

Police Pension Board

The Villa Park Police Pension Board is meeting for its regular monthly business. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of minutes, vendor payments, and reports from the treasurer, investment manager, accountant, and board attorney. The board may also enter a closed executive session if necessary.

• Approval of minutes
• Vendor payments
• Treasurer's report
• Investment manager's report
• Possible executive closed session

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission is meeting to discuss its budget and plan events for 2022. The agenda includes public comments, approval of minutes, and commissioner reports. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text.

• Budget discussion
• 2022 Commission Event Planning

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Villa Park Board of Fire and Police Commission met to conduct routine business, including approving minutes and financial items, reviewing department updates, and discussing personnel matters in closed session. The board also heard public comments and considered amendments to the agenda.

• Approved $850 quarterly legal retainer for Ottosen Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo
• Approved $450 psychological exam fee for a police candidate
• Discussed February police vacancy and potential second vacancy
• Reviewed IFCA lieutenant testing schedule and master services agreement for Fire Department

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several items, including a first amendment to the Hawthorne Development agreement to defer $850,000 in permit fees and extend project deadlines, and the purchase of a new fire engine for up to $698,000. The board will also vote on a revised groundwater ordinance, the 2022 zoning map, and a change order for the Astor, Myrtle & Euclid project. Consent agenda includes minutes and bill listings totaling $1,309,592.22.

• First amendment to Hawthorne Development agreement: defer $850,000 in permit fees, extend permit deadline to March 1, 2022, and Metra parking lot completion to June 30, 2022
• Purchase of 2022 Pierce Impel fire engine for up to $698,000
• Ordinance prohibiting groundwater as potable water supply at Route 83 property
• Final change order #1 for Astor, Myrtle & Euclid project: net addition of $19,738.46
• Intergovernmental agreement for Sugar Creek Golf Course pond restoration, accepting $60,000 grant

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will receive presentations on the Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Pollution Prevention Plan and the CSO Operations and Maintenance Plan. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission's regular meeting scheduled for January 19, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 16, 2022. No agenda items were discussed.

• Meeting canceled for January 19, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for February 16, 2022

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission meets to review three zoning petitions: a special use for an electronic message display at 1334 S. Villa Avenue for New Life Bible Church, a special use for a cannabis dispensary at 15 W. North Ave. for GRD Illinois LLC, and proposed zoning code updates. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public hearing for a special use assembly and entertainment variance at 707 N. Addison Road.

• Special Use - Electronic Message Display at 1334 S. Villa Avenue (PZ-21-0011)
• Special Use - Cannabis Dispensary at 15 W. North Ave. (PZ-21-0012)
• Zoning code updates to Appendix C, Article 6 (PZ-21-0013)
• Public hearing for Special Use - Assembly and Entertainment at 707 N. Addison Road (PZ-21-0007)
• Approval of minutes from December 9 and 14, 2021 meetings

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will receive staff updates on winter programs and facility projects. The body will discuss a grant for the Recreation Center and the Lufkin Park OSLAD grant.

• Discussion of $10MIL Grant for Recreation Center
• Discussion of Lufkin Park / OSLAD Grant
• Updates on Winter Sport Programs using D45 Schools
• Updates on current and upcoming park and facility projects

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including borrowing $3.4 million for sewer separation on Monterey Avenue, issuing up to $7.5 million in bonds for a recreation center, and approving a special use for an event space at 717 N. Addison Road. The board will also vote on appointments, a final change order for the Michigan Avenue project, and resolutions related to a potential TIF district and redevelopment at 100-110 S. Villa Avenue.

• Ordinance to borrow $3,400,000 from the Water Pollution Control Program for combined sewer separation on Monterey Avenue (Washington to Park)
• Ordinance granting a special use and parking variation for an event space at 717 N. Addison Road (up to 49 guests)
• Ordinance authorizing up to $7,500,000 in General Obligation Bonds (Series 2022A) for a Village Recreation Center
• Resolution approving final change order #2 for Michigan Avenue Improvement Project (net deduction of $11,475.00)
• Resolutions to evaluate a new TIF district and induce redevelopment at 100-110 S. Villa Avenue

Traffic and Safety Commission

The regular meeting of the Traffic and Safety Commission scheduled for January 4, 2022, has been canceled.

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission meeting scheduled for January 3, 2022, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 7, 2022.