Villa Park public meetings in 2024

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission meeting scheduled for December 24, 2024, has been cancelled.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will meet to review the Fiscal Year 2025 budgets for the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and Business District Tax (BDT). The commission will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting.

• Review of FY25 TIF budget
• Review of FY25 BDT budget

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on several key items, including the adoption of the 2025 budget, ordinances for property tax abatements, and resolutions for purchasing new emergency vehicles and equipment. The meeting also includes a feasibility study for a mixed-use development and a public question on the Village Clerk's selection method.

• Purchase of 2025 Ford F-550 ambulance for $358,803
• Adoption of 2025 Village budget
• Ordinance granting front-yard setback variation for 340 S. Wisconsin Ave
• Resolution to study feasibility of Union Project in St. Charles Corridor TIF District ($39,785 max fee)
• Resolution to settle Wawak litigation with $135,000 payment and purchase of property at 823 N. Harvard Ave

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discussion on a variation request (PZ-24-22) for the property at 340 S. Wisconsin Avenue, submitted by Anne Pettinger. The commission will also consider approving minutes from its September and November 2024 meetings. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Public hearing on variation request PZ-24-22 for 340 S. Wisconsin Avenue
• Discussion item: PZ-24-22 / 340 S. Wisconsin Avenue / Variation / Petitioner: Anne Pettinger
• Approval of draft minutes from September 12, 2024 and November 14, 2024 meetings

Video Production Commission

The Video Production Commission will discuss training opportunities and review its policies and procedures. The body will also evaluate the 2025 budget request and current equipment inventory.

• Review of submitted 2025 Commission Budget Request
• Review of equipment inventory and recommendations for new purchases
• Discussion of naming the Video Production Room as the Sid Bergh/Dennis Keating Production Room
• Discussion of training opportunities through SunCom
• Complete review of Video Production Commission policies and procedures

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The commission will receive updates on recreation programs, events, and park facility projects. Members are scheduled to vote on the meeting dates and locations for 2025.

• Vote on 2025 Rec Commission meeting dates and location
• Winter/Spring Program and Events Catalog update
• VPRC Membership update
• Report on current and completed park and facility projects

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees will review and vote on several major items, including the 2025 village budget, annual property tax levies, and multiple debt service tax abatements. The board will also consider resolutions to award a $786,849 tank repainting contract, approve a $135,000 litigation settlement agreement with the Wawaks, and enter into an intergovernmental agreement for the IL 83 and Riverside Drive intersection improvements.

• Approval of bills: $1,366,345.82 for the week of November 25, 2024, and $404,952.29 for December 2, 2024
• Ordinance adopting the 2025 Village Budget for the period of January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025
• Resolution awarding a contract to Era-Valdivia Contractors, Inc. for the Plymouth Street Elevated Water Storage Tank Repainting Project for $786,849.00
• Resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Elmhurst for Phase I engineering of the Riverside Drive and IL 83 Improvement Project for $406,178.00, with Villa Park responsible for $122,321
• Resolution approving a Release and Settlement Agreement in the Wawak Litigation, including a direct payment of $135,000 and purchase of the Wawak home

Village Board of Trustees

The Village President and Board of Trustees will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2025. The board will discuss the budget, which is available for public inspection at Village Hall.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2025 Village Budget

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Villa Park Board of Trustees is discussing the FY2025 budget, specifically how to offset revenues that would be lost if they choose not to enact the property tax increase allowed by state law. Staff is presenting options such as revenue enhancements or tax cuts and recommends making decisions at this meeting so a final budget can be brought back next week for adoption.

• Discussion of FY2025 budget and property tax levy options
• Options to offset reduced revenues if property tax increase is not enacted
• Staff recommendation to decide on revenue enhancements or tax cuts this meeting

General

The Village Board is holding a Coffee with the Village Board event. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

Traffic and Safety Commission

The commission will discuss several traffic safety items, including stop sign placements and parking restrictions. The body will also review its 2025 budget and receive a report from the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee.

• Parking restrictions on Princeton south of Belden
• Stop signs at Elm and Princeton
• Stop signs at Division and Princeton
• Traffic and Safety Commission CY 2025 Budget
• Pedestrian signage and high-visibility crosswalks at St Charles and Ardmore

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission will convene on December 2, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. to accept the minutes from the November 4 meeting and receive an update on the upcoming S.A.L.T. meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024. No substantive decisions or ordinances are listed on this procedural agenda.

General

The Municipal Officers Electoral Board of the Village of Villa Park, Illinois, is holding a meeting and hearing to address objections regarding the elected office of the Village Clerk. The agenda includes the appointment of an attorney, adoption of rules of procedure, pre-hearing conferences, scheduling orders, and hearings.

• Appointment of Melissa Wolf as Attorney for the Electoral Board
• Adoption of Rules of Procedure
• Call of Objections and Appearances of Parties for the Village Clerk office
• Scheduling Orders and Hearings

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N. Commission is meeting to discuss updates on upcoming and past events, including Joyful Traditions, the Holiday Decorating Contest, and 2025 event dates. The agenda is largely procedural, with public comment periods and commissioner reports.

• Update on Joyful Traditions event
• Update on Holiday Decorating Contest
• Discussion of 2025 event dates

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comments, approval of minutes, and a bill listing for recording services. Fire and police department updates will be discussed, along with a schedule for interviews of entry-level applicants.

• Approval of minutes from 10.22.24 meeting
• Bill listing for recording services at $100.00
• Schedule for interviews of entry-level applicants

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will review the proposed 2025 corporate budget and several zoning ordinances. The meeting includes decisions on special use permits for building services and various infrastructure project contracts.

• First reading of the 2025 Village budget
• Special use approvals for building services at 420 W Stone Rd (Units A-1-B-1, C-1, and D-1)
• Rejection of all bids for the DCEO Drainage Improvement Project
• Contract for Villa Park Recreation Center final cleaning with LK Illinois Corp for $30,308
• Contract deduction of $143,679.70 for the Iowa and Vermont Improvement Project

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Environmental Concerns Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comments, approval of minutes, and reports from subcommittees. Key business includes a recap of the 2024 Pumpkin Smash, bicycle parking recommendations, and setting 2025 goals. The commission will also discuss community outreach events, the Green Champion Award, and budget requests for items like lead service line displays and branded merchandise.

• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Subcommittee (BPTS)
• BPTS - Bicycle Parking Recommendations
• 2025 Goals Setting: Report from Engagement, Education, Advocacy Groups
• Communication/Community Outreach: Cooking Oil Collection (Nov 30), Joyful Traditions (Dec 7)
• 2024 Budget/Spending Requests: Lead Service Lines Display, Commission T-Shirts, ECC Branded Re-usable Bags

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee will convene at Village Hall to review 2025 goals, receive a DRSC update, and discuss Project Sidewalk findings. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

Economic Development Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 18, 2024.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss four zoning items: a special use request at 420 W. Stone Road, a variation at 320 E. Wildwood Avenue, and two text amendments to the village's zoning code (Articles 8 and 6, 7, 14). Public comments are invited on each item before the board deliberates.

• PZ-24-20: Special use request at 420 W. Stone Road (petitioner Jeff Peters)
• PZ-24-17: Variation request at 320 E. Wildwood Avenue (petitioner Greg Gola)
• PZ-24-21: Text amendment for Article 8 (petitioner Village of Villa Park)
• PZ-24-18: Text amendment for Articles 6, 7, 14 (petitioner Village of Villa Park)

Video Production Commission

The Video Production Commission will meet to discuss training and internal operations. The body is scheduled to review its 2025 budget request and current equipment inventory.

• Discussion of training opportunities through SunCom
• Review of Video Production Commission policies and procedures
• Review of submitted 2025 Commission budget request
• Review of equipment inventory

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is holding a regular meeting with public comment periods. The agenda includes staff updates on recreation membership fees, hours, programs, and events, as well as current and upcoming park and facility projects. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be primarily for discussion and updates.

• Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items
• Recreation Division update on membership fees and hours of operation
• Programs and events update
• Parks, Buildings & Grounds update on current/completed and upcoming projects

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will discuss the 2024 tax levy estimate and the issuance of general obligation bonds. The board is also reviewing employee health insurance renewals and a professional services agreement for the temporary relocation of Fire Station #81.

• Issuance of $756,500.00 General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds, Series 2024A
• Bill listings totaling $648,875.12 (Oct 28) and $4,546,621.52 (Nov 4)
• Agreement with Kluber, Inc. for architectural and engineering services at 338 N. Iowa Avenue estimated at $24,700 plus expenses
• Settlement agreement with Old Republic Surety Company for $191,155
• Proposed increase of one Class AAA liquor license, bringing the total to 4

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Village Board of Trustees Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss renovations for the Fire Department. The meeting also includes a period for public participation.

• Discussion about Fire Department Renovations

Historical Preservation Commission

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission will hold a routine meeting on November 7, 2024, at 7:30 PM in the COW Room at Villa Park Village Hall. The agenda includes procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and public and commissioner comments, with no substantive decisions or new business listed.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and an executive session regarding pending or imminent litigation.

• Executive session regarding litigation pursuant to 5ILCS 120/2(c)(11)

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several traffic and safety items, including parking restrictions, stop signs, pedestrian signage, and its 2025 budget. The commission acts in an advisory capacity to the village's corporate authorities. Public comments are invited on both agenda and non-agenda items.

• Parking restrictions on Princeton south of Belden (Item 900)
• Stop signs at Elm and Princeton (Item 902)
• Stop signs at Division and Princeton (Item 903)
• Traffic and Safety Commission CY 2025 Budget (Item 904)
• Pedestrian signage and high-visibility crosswalks at St Charles and Ardmore (Item 905)

Senior Concerns Commission

The Senior Concerns Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss new business. The agenda is primarily procedural.

• Approval of June 3, 2024 and October 7, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of S.A.L.T. Meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024

General

This is an informal 'Coffee with the Village Board' meeting, not a regular business meeting. The agenda includes only a call to order, public comments, and adjournment, with no formal decisions or discussions listed.

• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Police Pension Board

The Villa Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to handle routine financial and administrative matters. They will review the accountant's and investment reports, consider a cash management policy, and discuss a request for proposals for attorney services. The board will also act on a new membership application and set 2025 meeting dates.

• Approval of bills via Disbursement Warrant Report
• Discussion/possible action on Cash Management Policy, including repeat monthly withdrawals for 2025
• Application for membership by Joshua Wilkins
• Discussion/possible action on Request for Proposals for Attorney Services
• Establish 2025 Board Meeting Dates

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a public hearing regarding the issuance of General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds. The board is also deciding on several liquor license amendments and final operational details for the new Villa Park Recreation Center.

• Public hearing for proposed General Obligation Limited Tax Bonds, Series 2024A, not to exceed $1,600,000
• Contract with Breezy Hill Landscaping, Inc. for $101,435.00 for Recreation Center roof terrace improvements
• Change order with J. Hamilton Electric Company, Inc. for $33,971 for Recreation Center ball field lighting
• Easement agreement with West Shore Pipe Line Company for $7,110 along south side Rotary Park
• Proposed creation of a new 'AAAA' liquor license category for taverns without gaming

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission will meet to discuss updates on lead service lines, community outreach events, and the 2025 budget request. Commissioners will also review meeting dates and participate in goal-setting for next year.

• Update on lead service line replacement progress
• 2025 Commission budget request discussion
• Community outreach updates: Pumpkin Smash, Cooking Oil Collection, Joyful Traditions

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The sub-committee will discuss goals for 2025 and review village parking mandates. The meeting includes updates on the Villa Ave Improvement Project and a retrospective on recent community outreach events.

• Village Parking Mandates
• 2025 Goal Discussion
• Villa Ave Improvement Project
• Outreach retrospective for Brewfest Bike Valet, North School Bike/Walk to School Day, and Halloween Happenings
• DRSC Update

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission will meet to review Fire Department personnel updates and approve specific bill payments. The body is scheduled to discuss the certification of a Lieutenant eligibility list and a specific promotion.

• Request to promote Dave Richardson to Lieutenant effective October 24th
• Certification of the Final Lieutenant Eligibility List
• Payment to CLS Background Investigations #13430 for $1,745.80
• Payment to Ruiz BFPC for recording services for $100.00

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission will convene for its regular meeting with only procedural and informational items. No decisions or substantive discussions are listed on the agenda.

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees is meeting for a special session focused on a 2025 Budget Workshop and Department Presentations. The board will also hear public comments on agenda items and then enter a closed executive session to discuss pending or probable litigation. No final budget decisions are listed on this agenda.

• 2025 Budget Workshop and Department Presentations
• Public comments on agenda items
• Executive session on litigation per 5ILCS 120/2(c)(11)

Economic Development Commission

The Villa Park Economic Development Commission will hold a meeting on October 16, 2024, at the Village Hall. The agenda consists of procedural business, the approval of previous meeting minutes from September 18, 2024, and a discussion regarding eligible properties for TIF grants. Public participation is invited during the meeting.

• Discussion of eligible properties for TIF grants
• Approval of minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees will meet on October 14, 2024, to discuss and vote on several key items, including a public hearing for a potential $15 million bond sale, approval of contracts for HVAC systems and equipment purchases, and ordinances related to liquor licenses and traffic signal modernization. The meeting also includes proclamations, appointments, and updates on unfinished and new business.

• Notice of public hearing for $15,000,000 General Obligation Bonds (Alternate Revenue Source)
• Approval of $119,712.55 HVAC system contract for Fire Station 82 with Bear Construction Company
• Approval of $47,466.27 contract for Kubota RTV-X1100CWL-HS utility vehicle with Russo Power Equipment
• Approval of $49,910.00 contract for Toro Sand Pro 5040 turf equipment with Reinders, Inc.
• Ordinance creating new AAAA liquor license category prohibiting video gaming

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviews a proposed $15 million general obligation bond sale to fund infrastructure for The Union apartment project in the Old Town TIF district. Speer Financial and S.B. Friedman present financial projections, including tuition payment obligations for school districts and bond coverage requirements.

• Discussion of $15M G.O. bond sale for The Union at Old Town project
• Tuition payment projections for school districts (up to 13% to secondary, 27% to elementary)
• TIF revenue analysis for bond coverage (25% additional required for non-home rule municipality)
• Geoff Dickinson (S.B. Friedman) and Anthony Miceli (Speer Financial) present financial projections
• Estimated property value increases and unit types for The Union project

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting on October 10, 2024, at 7:30 PM in the Village Hall Board Room. The agenda is procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed beyond a public hearing for a zoning variation.

• Public hearing for PZ-24-17 zoning variation at 320 E. Wildwood Avenue

Video Production Commission

The Video Production Commission will meet to conduct a complete review of revised policies and procedures. The body will also discuss training opportunities and review the submitted 2025 budget request.

• Complete review of Revised Policies and Procedures - Video Production Commission
• Review of Submitted 2025 Budget Request
• Discussion of Training Opportunities

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will receive updates on recreation programs and park projects. The body will continue discussions regarding hours of operation and fees.

• Updates on Lions Park and Lufkin Park
• Continued discussion on hours of operation and fees
• Updates on current and completed park and facility projects

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission is meeting to approve minutes from June 3, 2024, and discuss updates from the September 17, 2024 S.A.L.T. meeting, as well as prepare for the upcoming October 15, 2024 S.A.L.T. meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from June 3, 2024
• Discussion of S.A.L.T. meeting held September 17, 2024
• Planning for S.A.L.T. meeting on October 15, 2024

Historical Preservation Commission

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission is scheduled to meet on October 3, 2024, to handle routine and organizational business. The agenda consists entirely of procedural matters, including the selection of a chairman, approval of past minutes from March 7, 2024, and the establishment of the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Selection of Chairman
• Establish 2025 Meeting Calendar
• 2025 Historic Preservation Award Program
• Approval of March 7, 2024 Minutes

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission will hear a presentation from the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning on speed management, receive a report from its Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee, and consider approving minutes from prior meetings. The commission will also discuss several old business items, including parking restrictions, stop signs, the 2025 budget, and pedestrian signage, as well as a new crosswalk proposal near Lufkin Park. The commission acts in an advisory capacity to the village on traffic and safety matters.

• CMAP Speed Management Report presentation
• Item 900: Parking restrictions on Princeton south of Belden
• Item 902/903: Stop signs at Elm and Princeton, Division and Princeton
• Item 904: Traffic and Safety Commission CY 2025 Budget
• Item 906: Crosswalk across Ardmore Avenue near Lufkin Park

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission will meet on September 26, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Village of Villa Park Committee of the Whole Room. The agenda includes discussions on the Village's Lead Service Line Policy, a report from the Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Subcommittee, and event planning for the Autumn Jubilee, Halloween Happenings, and Pumpkin Smash. Commissioners will also discuss the CROCUS program and hold a 2025 Goal Setting Session.

• Public comments by Village Resident Tom King on the Village's Lead Service Line Policy
• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Subcommittee
• Update on Community Research on Climate and Urban Science Program (CROCUS)
• Community outreach planning for Autumn Jubilee on October 12th and Halloween Happenings on October 18th
• Discussion of date for Pumpkin Smash on November 2nd or November 9th

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Villa Park Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee will convene to discuss its 2024/2025 goals and review parking mandates. Commissioners will also receive updates on a downtown revitalization effort (DRSC) and plan three upcoming community events: a bike valet at Brewfest on October 5, a Walk to School Day on October 8, and Halloween Happenings on October 18.

• 2024/2025 BPT Goal Discussion
• Village Parking Mandates review
• DRSC Update
• Brewfest Bike Valet – 10/5/24
• North School Bike/Walk to School Day – 10/8/24

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission will hold a routine meeting with no major decisions or policy discussions listed. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, public comments, and updates on past and upcoming local events.

Firefighters Pension Fund

The Villa Park Firefighters’ Pension Fund board meets to review quarterly financials, investment reports, and fiduciary liability insurance renewal. No major decisions are listed; the agenda is largely procedural with updates on cash flow, amendments, and compliance.

• Fiduciary Liability Insurance Renewal (Greg Kiesewetter, Cook Castle Associations, LLC)
• CY24 Ending July 31, 2024 Financial Review (Derek Flessner – Lauterbach & Amen LLP)
• BMO Account Statement Ending August 31, 2024 (Derek Flessner– Lauterbach & Amen LLP)
• Review of Cash Flow Projection for 2024/2025
• Review and Approval of Tax Levy Request Letter to the Village for Year Ending December 31, 2024

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission will review updates for the Fire Department and a draft amendment to commission rules regarding age requirements. The board will also consider a bill for recording services.

• Draft amendment to Commission Rules regarding age requirements
• Certification of Final Eligibility List for the Fire Department
• Lieutenant Promotional Exam Assessment Center Memo
• Payment of $100.00 to Ruiz BFPC for recording services

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will vote on several infrastructure contracts and zoning amendments. Key items include park improvements, recreation center equipment, and new administrative fees for fleeing motor vehicles.

• Contract with Hacienda Landscaping Inc for $1,125,970 for Lions Park recreation amenities
• Purchase/lease of fitness equipment from Life Fitness, LLC not to exceed $228,629
• Contract with LPS Pavement Company for $139,900 for brick pavers at the new Recreation Center
• Special Use ordinance for a school at 1110 S Villa Ave
• Ordinance establishing administrative fees for fleeing and eluding motor vehicles

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will discuss the status of business retention visits. The body will also review TIF grant programs for facade, tenant, and site improvements.

• Status of Business Retention Visits
• Facade Improvement TIF Grant Program
• Tenant Improvement TIF Grant Program
• Site Improvement TIF Grant Program

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 12, 2024, at 7:30 PM in the Village Hall Board Room. The agenda includes two public hearings on new business: a special use petition for 1110 S. Villa Avenue and a text amendment for Articles 6, 13, and 14. The meeting also covers procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comments.

• PZ-24-13: Special Use petition for 1110 S. Villa Avenue (Matthew Toepper, FGM Architects)
• PZ-24-14: Text Amendment for Articles 6, 13, and 14 (Village of Villa Park)

Cable TV Commission

The Villa Park Cable TV Commission will meet to discuss proposed changes to its membership size and review revised policies and procedures. The group will also review the 2025 commission budget and consider training opportunities. No specific decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Recommendation to reduce commission membership from 7 to 5 members
• Review of revised Video Production Commission policies and procedures
• Discussion of 2025 commission budget
• Consideration of training opportunities for commissioners

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will hold its regular September meeting with no substantive votes scheduled. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, staff updates, and discussions without formal decisions.

General

The Villa Park Community F.U.N Commission is holding a special meeting on September 10, 2024, at the Iowa Community Center. The agenda includes public participation, updates on past and upcoming events, and a discussion regarding 2025 events and the budget.

• Discussion on 2025 Events & Budget

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the Sugar Creek Golf Course, focusing on the balance of investments made by the Village of Villa Park ($614,786) and the Elmhurst Park District ($1,420,706). Jim Rogers from the Elmhurst Park District will review options for moving forward.

• Sugar Creek Golf Course investment review: Villa Park ($614,786) and Elmhurst Park District ($1,420,706)
• Jim Rogers from Elmhurst Park District to attend and present options

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on September 9, 2024, to discuss and vote on several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a first-reading ordinance to prohibit groundwater use as potable water within village limits, a second-reading ordinance to amend municipal code (including liquor license increases and traffic fine updates), and a $15 million bond issuance for redevelopment in the St. Charles Road Commercial Corridor Tax Increment Financing District. The board will also consider purchasing a vacant property at 148 Ellsworth Avenue for $125,000 and approving contracts for road and sidewalk improvements, pavement marking, and water main replacement.

• Ordinance to prohibit groundwater use as potable water within village limits (first reading)
• Ordinance to amend municipal code, including increasing Class AAA liquor licenses to 4 and updating traffic fines (second reading)
• Ordinance to purchase vacant Lot 148, Ellsworth Avenue for up to $125,000
• Resolution to issue up to $15M in general obligation bonds for St. Charles Road redevelopment
• Resolution to award $698,174.75 contract to A Lamp Concrete for Wisconsin Avenue improvements (Vermont to Stone)

General

The Village Board will hold a public hearing to discuss applying for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for two infrastructure projects: the Twin Lakes Water Main Improvement Project and the Northwest Area Sidewalk Improvement Project. The grants, administered by DuPage County, could cover up to 100% of eligible construction costs if awarded.

• CDBG grant application for Twin Lakes Water Main Improvement Project
• CDBG grant application for Northwest Area Sidewalk Improvement Project
• Potential 100% funding for eligible construction costs
• Public hearing scheduled for September 9, 2024, at 5:45 PM in Village Hall Board Chambers

General

The Villa Park Village Board meets for an informal Coffee with the Village Board session. The agenda includes roll call, public comments, and adjournment.

• Public comments session

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 3, 2024, at 8:00 PM in the Village Hall Board Room. The agenda includes public comments, approval of previous meeting minutes, and discussions on parking restrictions, stop signs, pedestrian signage, and the 2025 budget. The commission will also consider amending the October meeting time to accommodate a presentation by the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning.

• Parking restrictions on Princeton south of Belden (Old Business)
• Parking on South Michigan south of Roosevelt (New Business)
• Stop signs at Elm and Princeton, and Division and Princeton (New Business)
• Traffic and Safety Commission CY 2025 Budget (New Business)
• Pedestrian signage and high-visibility crosswalks at St Charles and Ardmore (New Business)

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission will hold a meeting to discuss updates on upcoming and past events, including the Autumn Jubilee and Landscape Awards. Public participation is invited for agenda and non-agenda items. The meeting follows a standard procedural format with no major decisions listed.

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission will review updates regarding candidate and promotional testing for the Fire Department. The board will also address police department eligibility lists and the commission budget.

• Payment of $100.00 to Ruiz BFPC for recording services
• Fire Department updates on new candidate and promotional testing processes
• Removal of Summer Garcia from the Police Department Entry Eligibility List
• Initiation of Police Department entry testing due to exhausted list
• Discussion of the Commission Budget

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will vote on a sidewalk construction contract and a property variation. The board is also considering several ordinances to update the municipal code, including liquor license limits and traffic fines.

• Contract with Strada Construction Company for the 2024 Sidewalk Program for $279,925.00
• Variation for a deck within a front yard setback at 580 E. Kolberg Court
• Ordinance to increase the maximum number of Class AAA Liquor Licenses by one
• Reduction of $86,101.00 to the J. Hamilton Electric contract for the new Recreation Center
• Proposed updates to the Villa Park Municipal Code regarding administration, fines, and meeting procedures

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving July minutes, receiving reports from subcommittees, and planning community outreach. They will also hold a goal-setting session for 2025 and discuss purchasing gumballs for tabling events. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of July 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Subcommittee
• Update on Keep America Beautiful
• Update on Community Research on Climate and Urban Science (CROCUS) Program
• Discussion of purchase of gumballs for tabling events

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Villa Park Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee meeting scheduled for August 22, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. No other business or agenda items are listed.

• Meeting cancelled; next meeting scheduled for September 26, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss the status of business retention visits. The remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items and comments.

• Status update on Business Retention Visits

Police Pension Board

The Villa Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to review financial and investment reports, consider retirement and disability applications, and conduct board officer elections. The board will also discuss possible actions on attorney services and IRS authorization, and review the actuarial valuation and tax levy request.

• Accountant's report from Sikich, LLP including monthly financial report and bill approvals
• Quarterly investment performance report from Sawyer Falduto Asset Management
• Discussion/possible action on Request for Proposals for Attorney Services
• Review/approve Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Board officer elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary

Cable TV Commission

The Villa Park Video Production Commission is holding a meeting to discuss administrative roles, commission membership, and training opportunities. The agenda also includes discussions on the future meeting schedule and a review of Article XXX, Section 2-3002 (Intent and Purpose) and Section 2-3003 (Membership). This meeting is primarily procedural and organizational.

• Selection of Chair pro-tem and Secretary
• Discussion of Article XXX, - Video Production Commission, Section 2-3002, - Intent ; Purpose, and Section 2-3003, Membership
• Training Opportunities
• Future Meeting Schedule

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will meet to hear staff updates on aquatics, parks, and facilities. The agenda includes unfinished business regarding a Lufkin Park update and discussions on Villa Park Recreation Center hours of operation and fees.

• Lufkin Park Update
• Villa Park Recreation Center Hours of Operation Discussion
• Villa Park Recreation Center Fees Discussion

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board of Trustees will meet on August 12, 2024, to discuss and vote on several key items, including a new social media policy, sidewalk improvement projects, and contracts for village facilities. The board will also swear in new officers and consider a fifth amendment to a letter of intent for a property at 100-110 S Villa Avenue.

• Approval of a new Social Media Site Policy for village accounts
• Engineering agreement for 2025 sidewalk improvements along Illinois and Maple Streets ($109,550)
• Purchase of streetlight assemblies for Wildwood Avenue ($36,528)
• Professional services agreement with Kluber, Inc. for space management planning ($69,930)
• Fifth amendment to Letter of Intent for 100-110 S Villa Avenue

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Board of Trustees will review options for financing eligible items for The Union Project. Representatives will present information on issuing Alternative Revenue Source Bonds backed by TIF #7 revenues to allow development at 100-110 S. Villa Avenue to proceed.

• Financing options for The Union Project at 100-110 S. Villa Avenue using TIF #7 funds

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will convene to conduct a public hearing on a zoning variation request for a property at 580 E. Kolberg Court. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and public comments.

• PZ-24-12 zoning variation request for 580 E. Kolberg Court

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Traffic and Safety Commission will meet to receive a report from the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee. The body will also review existing items regarding road signage and parking.

• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee
• Item No. 898: 'Drive Like Your Kids Live Here' signs
• Item No. 900: Parking restrictions on Princeton south of Belden

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission meeting scheduled for August 5, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Committee of the Whole Room at Village Hall (20 S. Ardmore Avenue) was cancelled. The commissioners listed are Cecilia Beauprie, Ruby Burns, Nadia Hajduk, and Irene Kaylor.

General

This is an informal 'Coffee with the Village Board' event, not a formal business meeting. The agenda includes only a call to order, public comments, and adjournment, with no decisions or discussions of specific items listed.

• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Police Pension Board

The Villa Park Police Pension Board meeting scheduled for August 1, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting date is to be determined. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled; next meeting date TBD

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Environmental Concerns Commission will meet to receive reports and updates from subcommittees, including bike and pedestrian initiatives, spring cleanup efforts, and climate research programs. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting focuses on informational updates and community outreach topics.

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee will meet to discuss goal setting for 2024/25 and village parking mandates. The group will also receive updates on the Tri Trail Connector and the DRSC.

• 2024/25 Goal Setting Discussion
• Village Parking Mandates
• Tri Trail Connector Update
• DRSC Update
• Community Outreach

Community F.U.N Commission

The scheduled July 23, 2024 meeting of the Villa Park Community F.U.N Commission was cancelled. The next meeting is set for August 27, 2024.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will vote on the adoption of a five-year Strategic Plan and the formal rules of order for the Board. The meeting includes a first reading of an ordinance to allow junior members on advisory commissions and a zoning variation for a residential property.

• Bill listings for July 8 and 15, 2024, totaling $2,459,988.01
• Adoption of the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan for the Village of Villa Park
• Variation for minimum side yard setback for a second-story addition at 25 S. Charles Avenue
• Engagement of Lauterbach & Amen, LLP for professional services related to the Lions Park Recreation Center Grant
• Proposed ordinance to allow Junior Membership on Village Advisory Commissions and Committees

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission's regular meeting scheduled for July 17, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2024. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Regular meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for August 21, 2024

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission will meet to review routine business, including approval of minutes, bill listings, and updates from the Fire and Police Departments. Public participation is invited, but no major decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from Regular Meeting 06.25.24
• Bill listings: Ottosen DiNolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo, Ltd. ($950.00) and Ruiz BFPC recording services ($100.00)
• Fire Dept. updates: Deputy Fire Chief Promotion and Municipal Code updates
• Police Dept. updates: Consideration for a conditional hire

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variation request (PZ-24-11) for the property at 25 S. Charles Avenue, submitted by petitioner Thadius T. Collins. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings and take public comments on non-agenda items.

• Public hearing on variation request PZ-24-11 for 25 S. Charles Avenue
• Petitioner: Thadius T. Collins
• Approval of regular and discussion minutes
• Public comments on non-agenda items

Cable TV Commission

The July 10, 2024 meeting of the Villa Park Video Production Commission has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine department updates, including pool passes, programs, and park projects. They will also receive updates on the Lufkin Park and Villa Park Recreation Center projects. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Lufkin Park Update
• Villa Park Recreation Center Update
• Pool Pass Update
• Current and upcoming park and facility projects

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several ordinances, including a special use permit for a cannabis facility at 310-330 E. North Avenue and an increase in Class D1 liquor licenses from 5 to 6. They will also vote on a side yard setback variation for a property on N. Princeton Avenue and a plat of easement for a naturalized area. The board will discuss creating a second Deputy Fire Chief position and adding junior members to commissions.

• Ordinance to increase Class D1 liquor licenses to 6 (First Reading)
• Special Use for Cannabis Facility at 310-330 E. North Avenue (PZ-24-09, P&Z recommended 6-1)
• Variation for minimum side yard setback at 1116 N. Princeton Avenue (PZ-24-10, P&Z recommended 7-0)
• Plat of Easement for naturalized area at 951 North Harvard Avenue
• MOU with Tri-Town YMCA for a social worker

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Villa Park Board of Trustees Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two items: a presentation on parking assessment studies for the Historic Ardmore and Old Town Villa districts, and an update on Lufkin Park, including preliminary drawings and costs for modifying the bandshell/stage to accommodate larger performances. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Parking assessment study presentation by KLOA for Historic Ardmore and Old Town Villa districts
• Lufkin Park bandshell/stage modification preliminary drawings and costs
• Potential use by St. Genesius Productions for Shakespeare in the Park

General

This meeting has been cancelled. The next Coffee with the Village Board is scheduled for August 3, 2024. No business items are listed for this date.

• Meeting cancelled for July 6, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for August 3, 2024

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to discuss several traffic and safety matters, including a report from the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee, and to consider approval of minutes from the June 4, 2024 meeting. The commission will also review old business items, including 'Drive Like Your Kids Live Here' signs, North Avenue car shows, and parking restrictions on Princeton south of Belden. Public comments are invited.

• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee
• Item No. 898 - 'Drive Like Your Kids Live Here' signs
• Item No. 899 - North Avenue Car Shows
• Item No. 900 - Parking restrictions on Princeton south of Belden
• Approval of minutes from June 4, 2024 meeting

Senior Concerns Commission

The Senior Concerns Commission's July 1, 2024 meeting has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• July 1, 2024 meeting cancelled

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Villa Park Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss strategic planning. The agenda includes only this discussion item, with no specific proposals or decisions listed. Public comments are invited.

• Strategic planning discussion

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss several ongoing items, including a strategic planning meeting, a bicycle rack map, the TriTrail Connector update, a DRSC update, and community outreach. Public comments are invited. No final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• TriTrail Connector update
• Bicycle rack map
• DRSC update
• Community outreach
• Strategic planning meeting

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Environmental Concerns Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comments, consent agenda, and reports from subcommittees. Key discussions include follow-ups on Spring Sweep 2024 and No-Mow May, updates on Keep America Beautiful and the CROCUS program, and a proposal to change the commission structure by adding a Junior Commissioner position and a new subcommittee on native plants/pollinator gardens/sustainable landscape.

• Discussion of adding a Junior Commissioner position
• Discussion of adding a subcommittee on Native Plants/Pollinator Gardens/Sustainable Landscape
• Follow-up on Spring Sweep 2024
• Follow-up on No-Mow May
• Update on Community Research on Climate and Urban Science (CROCUS) Program

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission is meeting to discuss updates on upcoming and past events, including voting on Cicadas 2024 project submissions and planning for Kites & Kicks, Landscape Awards, Planters, Autumn Jubilee, and a tent for next year. Public comments are invited on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Voting on Cicadas 2024 project submissions
• Update on Kites & Kicks event
• Update on Landscape Awards
• Update on Planters
• Update on Autumn Jubilee and tent for next year

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission will consider routine consent items, including approval of minutes and two small bills, then receive updates on firefighter/paramedic hiring marketing and review applicants for the 40th police officer position. An executive session is scheduled for personnel matters.

• Approval of minutes from the 05.28.24 regular meeting
• Bill from National Testing Network #15512 for $750.00
• Bill for Ruiz BFPC 06.25.24 recording services for $100.00
• Update on marketing of FF/PM hiring
• Review of applicants for 40th police officer

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider three ordinances related to Petition PZ-24-02 for properties adjacent to 600 N. Villa Avenue, including annexation, a zoning map amendment, and a plat of subdivision with special use and variation. The board will also vote on adopting the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan and an engineering agreement for the North Wisconsin Ave. Improvement Project. Discussions include the Comprehensive Plan, enforcement at Strat's Restaurant, Eco Terra, and police staffing.

• Ordinance approving annexation of four properties adjacent to 600 N. Villa Avenue (Petition PZ-24-02)
• Ordinance approving zoning map amendment from RS-10 to M-1 for property adjacent to 600 N. Villa Avenue
• Ordinance approving plat of subdivision, special use for outdoor equipment/material storage, and parking variation at 600 N. Villa Avenue
• Resolution adopting 2024-2028 Strategic Plan
• Resolution approving engineering agreement with Edwin Hancock Engineering Co. for North Wisconsin Ave. Improvement Project, not to exceed $138,665.00

Economic Development Commission

The Villa Park Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from March 20, 2024, and to review and assign business retention visits. Public comments are invited. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2024
• Review and assign business retention visits

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three property requests, including an annexation with a zoning map amendment and subdivision plat, and two special use or variation requests. They will also discuss a land use memo for the Comprehensive Plan. Public comments are invited on each item.

• PZ-24-10: Variation for side yard setback at 1116 N. Princeton Avenue (petitioner Mohamed Yacub)
• PZ-24-06: Annexation, special use, zoning map amendment, variation, and plat of subdivision at 600 N. Villa Avenue (petitioner Tomasz Rzedzian)
• PZ-24-09: Special use at 330 E. North Avenue (petitioner Omar Fakhouri)
• Discussion of Vision, Goals, Policies, and Land Use Memo for Comprehensive Plan

Cable TV Commission

The Video Production Commission meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024, is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2024. No other business is on the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: July 10, 2024

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is meeting to receive staff updates on recreation programs, pool passes, and park projects, and to discuss unfinished business including the Lufkin Park and Villa Park Recreation Center updates. Public comments are invited on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Lufkin Park Update
• Villa Park Recreation Center Update
• Pool Pass Update
• Current and upcoming park and facility projects

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider awarding a $1,494,535 construction contract for the Iowa and Vermont Improvement Project, plus a $173,450 engineering agreement. They will also vote on an ordinance prohibiting new potable water wells, and hold first readings on poultry license limits and FUN Commission powers. Several other items include a special use for Belle Tire and a license agreement for a fence.

• Contract with Martam Construction for Iowa/Vermont project, not to exceed $1,494,535
• Engineering agreement with V3 Companies for $173,450.28
• Ordinance to prohibit new potable water wells (second reading)
• Special use for Belle Tire at 231 E. North Avenue
• License agreement for fence at 234 East Julia Drive

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Villa Park Board of Trustees Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a presentation on the Recreation Center. Public comments will be heard. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation on the Recreation Center

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission will meet to discuss and potentially act on several traffic and safety items, including new parking restrictions on Princeton south of Belden, updates on 'Drive Like Your Kids Live Here' signs, and North Avenue car shows. The commission acts in an advisory capacity to the village board. Public comments are invited.

• Item No. 900: Parking restrictions on Princeton south of Belden
• Item No. 898: 'Drive Like Your Kids Live Here' signs
• Item No. 899: North Avenue Car Shows
• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee
• Approval of minutes from May 7, 2024 meeting

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission is holding a special meeting with a single new business item: a vote on cicada coloring submissions. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including public comments, consent agenda, and commissioner reports.

• Vote on Cicada Coloring Submissions

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission is holding a regular meeting with a light agenda. They will consider approval of the May 6, 2024 minutes and discuss the upcoming S.A.L.T. meeting scheduled for June 18, 2024. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of May 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of S.A.L.T. meeting on June 18, 2024

General

This is a Coffee with the Village Board event, not a formal business meeting. The agenda includes only a call to order, public comments, and adjournment, with no decisions or discussions listed.

• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Historical Preservation Commission

The Sugar Creek Golf Course Administrative Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports from the manager and superintendent. The board will also review the income statement for March 2024. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Manager's Report by Cory Ferrell
• Superintendent Report by Kevin Goss
• Income Statement for Period 4 - March 2024

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission is meeting to discuss updates on upcoming and past events, including a vote on Cicadas 2024 project submissions and a vote on whether to participate in the Fourth of July Parade. Other event updates include Prairie Path Clean Up, Kites & Kicks, Landscape Awards, Summer Festival, Ice Cream Social, Autumn Jubilee, and a Junior Commissioner event. Public comments are invited at the start of the meeting.

• Vote on Cicadas 2024 project submissions
• Vote on Fourth of July Parade participation
• Prairie Path Clean Up update
• Summer Festival update
• Ice Cream Social at Creme update

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, and to discuss Fire Department updates on a new hire authorization, candidate testing, and lieutenant promotional testing. The board will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approval of minutes from 04.28.24 regular meeting
• Bill: CLS Background Investigations #13061 for $2,113.75
• Bill: Ruiz BFPC 05.28.24 for $100.00
• Fire Dept.: authorization for new hire
• Fire Dept.: lieutenant promotional testing through IFCA

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission is meeting to discuss environmental programs and initiatives. Items include follow-ups on Spring Sweep and No-Mow May, recycling programs, community cleanups, and a discussion on residential lead service lines. The agenda is mostly discussion and updates, with no major votes or contracts listed.

• Follow-up on Spring Sweep 2024
• Follow-up on No-Mow May
• Purchase of additional Terracycle pens, pencils and markers recycling box
• Update on River Sweep and Prairie Path Clean-up
• Discussion of residential lead service lines

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss routine business items, including a retrospective on Bike Month, planning for the July 4th Parade and Annual Community Ride, and updates on Pace signage and the Tri-Trail Connector. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion only.

• Bike Month Retrospective
• July 4th Parade planning
• Annual Community Ride
• Pace Signage update
• Tri-Trail Connector Update

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several liquor license ordinance amendments, a pool liner contract, and a zoning variation. The board will also discuss naming the recreation center and a proposed liquor license for a BP gas station. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Ordinances to adjust liquor license caps for Classes EEE, AAA, A, and B, replacing licenses from closing businesses
• Resolution authorizing up to $180,500 for a PVC pool liner at Jefferson Pool with Aqua Pure Enterprises
• Ordinance approving a side yard setback variation at 24 E. Monroe Street (PZ-24-08)
• Discussion on proposed liquor license for Villa Park BP at 350 E. North Ave.
• Consent agenda includes bill listings totaling $1,168,982.88

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission's regular meeting scheduled for May 15, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 19, 2024. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Meeting canceled for May 15, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for June 19, 2024

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is meeting to receive staff updates on recreation programs, pool passes, and summer events. They will also discuss unfinished business including updates on Lufkin Park, Lions Rec Center, and the naming of the recreation center, and will nominate/election commission officers.

• Pool Pass Update
• Lufkin Park Update
• Lions Rec Center Update
• Naming of Recreation Center
• Nomination/Election of Commission Officers

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider approving a resolution to waive bidding and authorize up to $154,570 for flood restoration at the police department, with costs covered by the village's risk management provider. The board will also hold first reading of an ordinance amending pavement cut regulations, discuss a special event permit update and a redevelopment project, and consider revisions to the Community F.U.N. Commission's code section.

• Resolution to waive bidding and approve $154,570 flood restoration agreement with Service Master DSI for the Police Department
• Ordinance first reading: amending Section 13-1116 regarding pavement cuts in the right of way
• Reappointment of David Whitaker to the Police Pension Board through 7/30/2026
• Consent agenda: bill listings totaling $719,529.84
• Discussion only: Hawthorne Development Corporation Garden Station Redevelopment Project

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Board of Trustees is receiving a presentation from Kluber, Inc. on the completed facility condition assessment and deferred maintenance plan. The presentation updates the Board on the analysis and outlines next steps in the facility planning process. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Presentation of facility condition assessment and deferred maintenance plan by Kluber, Inc.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three property requests: a variation at 24 E. Monroe Street, a special use/planned development at 231 E. North Avenue, and a continuation of the annexation/subdivision case at 600 N. Villa Avenue to June 13. The board will also approve minutes from its April 11 meeting.

• PZ-24-02: Annexation, plat of subdivision, zoning map amendment, special use, and variation for parking in a street yard at 600 N. Villa Avenue (petitioner Tomasz Rzedzian) — continued to June 13, 2024
• PZ-24-08: Variation request at 24 E. Monroe Street (petitioner James M. Vanderheyden)
• PZ-24-06: Special use, planned unit development, subdivision, and vacation of public right-of-way at 231 E. North Avenue (petitioner Christopher Enright)

Cable TV Commission

The Video Production Commission meeting scheduled for May 8, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for June 12, 2024. No business items are on the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled for May 8, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to discuss traffic and safety matters referred to it. The agenda includes a report from the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee, approval of minutes from the April 2, 2024 meeting, and old business items including 'Drive Like Your Kids Live Here' signs and North Avenue car shows. The commission acts in an advisory capacity to the village's corporate authorities.

• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2024 meeting
• Item No. 898 - 'Drive Like Your Kids Live Here' signs
• Item No. 899 - North Avenue Car Shows

Senior Concerns Commission

The Senior Concerns Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda. The main actions are approving the April 1, 2024 minutes and hearing public comment. No specific policy decisions or new business items are listed.

• Approval of April 1, 2024 minutes
• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker

General

This is a procedural 'Coffee with the Village Board' meeting with no action items. The agenda includes only a call to order, public comments, and adjournment. No decisions or discussions of substance are scheduled.

• Public comments invited on each agenda item
• Remarks limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Historical Preservation Commission

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission is meeting to conduct routine business, including electing a new commission chair, reviewing a letter to homeowners of previously plaqued homes, and discussing the 2025 meeting calendar. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Election of new Commission Chair
• Review of letter to homeowners of previously plaqued homes
• Discussion of 2025 HPC meeting calendar

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission is meeting to discuss upcoming events and vote on new wording for the commission ordinance and duties for the web page, which will then be presented to the Village Board for approval. The agenda is largely procedural, with public comments and routine items.

• Vote on new verbiage for commission ordinance and web page duties
• Update on Kites & Kicks event

Police Pension Board

The Villa Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine financial and administrative matters, including the accountant's and investment reports, approval of bills, and trustee training expenses. They will also discuss the transition to IPOPIF, including cash retention and a cash management policy, and consider a request for proposals for attorney services.

• Approval of bills via Disbursement Warrant Report
• Quarterly Investment Performance Report from Sawyer Falduto Asset Management
• Contribution refund for Jalan Walker
• Fiduciary Liability Insurance Renewal review
• Discussion of Request for Proposals for Attorney Services

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Villa Park Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss and plan Bike Month activities, including Bike/Walk to School Day, a film screening, a cycling class, and the Ride of Silence. They will also receive updates on the BFC Working Meeting, the annual bike ride, the Tri Trail Connector, and other ongoing projects. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Bike Month events: North Bike/Walk to School Day (5/8/24), The Engine Inside Screening (5/9/24), Smart Cycling Class (5/11/24), Ride of Silence (5/15/24), and Bike Month Proclamation
• BFC Working Meeting update
• Villa Park Annual Bike Ride planning
• Tri Trail Connector update
• DRSC update

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission is meeting to discuss environmental programs and initiatives. Items include updates on recycling efforts, community cleanups, and a discussion on residential lead service lines. The meeting also covers routine approvals of prior meeting minutes and subcommittee reports.

• Discussion of residential lead service lines
• Purchase of Terracycle pens, pencils and markers recycling box
• Arbor Day tree planting on April 26, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at Villa Park Library
• Update on No-Mow May and Spring Sweep
• Report on D45 NexTrex bag recycling

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission will discuss updates to upcoming events including the Prairie Path Clean Up, Cicadas 2024 Project, Kites & Kicks, and Autumn Jubilee. The commission will also create and vote on a new duties description for its Village website page and develop and vote on a new mission statement.

• Vote on new duties description for Village website page
• Vote on new mission statement
• Updates on Prairie Path Clean Up
• Updates on Cicadas 2024 Project
• Updates on Kites & Kicks and Autumn Jubilee

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Villa Park Board of Fire and Police Commission will meet to discuss updates from the fire and police departments, including candidate updates and final eligibility lists. The board will also consider a consent agenda with several bills for testing and services. An executive session is scheduled for personnel matters.

• Approval of minutes from the 03.26.24 regular meeting
• Bill listing includes C.O.P.S and F.I.R.E. Personnel Testing for $1,000.00
• Elmhurst Occupational Health bills for $1,212.00 and $587.00
• IO Solutions bill for $1,890.00
• Fire Dept. FF/PM Final Eligibility list and Police Final Eligibility Lateral List updates

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider an ordinance to prohibit new potable water wells, with exemptions for existing wells, and will hold a second reading on increasing water rates. The board will also vote on a special use for body art services and a zoning variation, and discuss youth baseball league agreements and naming the recreation center at Lions Park.

• Ordinance to prohibit groundwater wells for potable water (first reading)
• Ordinance to increase water rates (second reading)
• Special use for body art service at 626 N Addison Rd
• Corner side yard setback variation at 806 S Michigan Ave
• Bill listings totaling $700,533.67

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Villa Park Board of Trustees is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to review the preliminary final version of the village's strategic plan, prepared by CP2 Consulting Inc. The agenda includes public comments and adjournment, with the strategic plan as the only substantive discussion item.

• Review of preliminary final strategic plan by CP2 Consulting Inc.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission's regular meeting scheduled for April 17, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2024. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Regular meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for May 15, 2024

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four zoning-related requests, including annexations, subdivisions, zoning map amendments, special uses, and variations. The commission will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and take public comments on non-agenda items.

• PZ-24-02: Annexation, plat of subdivision, zoning map amendment, special use, and variation for parking in a street yard at 600 N. Villa Avenue (petitioner Tomasz Rzedzian)
• PZ-24-04: Variation for side yard setback at 806 S. Michigan Avenue (petitioners Scott and Renee Blondin)
• PZ-24-07: Special use at 626 N. Addison Road (petitioner Barry San)
• PZ-24-01: Zoning map amendment, plat of subdivision, vacation of public right-of-way, and special use for planned unit development at 100 S. Villa Avenue (petitioner David Lyon)

Cable TV Commission

The Video Production Commission meeting scheduled for April 10, 2024, is cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is May 8, 2024. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is meeting to receive staff updates on programs, events, and park projects, and to discuss unfinished business including updates on Lufkin Park and the Lions Rec Center. They will also discuss naming the Rec Center. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Lufkin Park update
• Lions Rec Center update
• Rec Center naming discussion
• Summer Program Guide update
• Current/completed park and facility projects

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Villa Park Board of Trustees Committee of the Whole will receive a preliminary financial update for the first quarter of 2024 and discuss a draft handbook for village commissioners. The board is seeking guidance on the handbook, with a goal of final approval in May. Public comments will be heard.

• Quarterly financial update for January 1 to March 31, 2024, presented by Finance Director Chuck Howard
• Draft Commissioner Handbook presented by Assistant Village Manager Suzanne McVey
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $1.67 million contract for electrical work at the new Lions Park Recreation Center, a water rate increase, and a no-mow pollinator program. The board will also vote on intergovernmental agreements for street paving and a Safe Routes to School project, and reappoint numerous commissioners.

• Resolution waiving bidding and authorizing $1,665,475 contract with J. Hamilton Electric for Lions Park Recreation Center
• Ordinance to increase water rate (first reading)
• Resolution for no-mow pollinator program suspending weed enforcement until May 12, 2024
• Intergovernmental agreement with York Township for street paving on Cornell, Euclid, Riordan, Summit (village share $141,980)
• Intergovernmental agreement with Addison for Safe Routes to School sidewalks (village cost ~$28,500)

General

This is a Coffee with the Village Board event, an informal gathering rather than a regular business meeting. The agenda includes only a call to order, public comments, and adjournment, with no formal decisions or discussions listed.

• Public comments invited on each agenda item, limited to 3 minutes per speaker

Historical Preservation Commission

The April 4, 2024 regular meeting of the Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 2, 2024.

• April 4, 2024 meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for May 2, 2024

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to discuss traffic and safety matters referred to it. The main items are a report from the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee, a proposal for "Drive Like Your Kids Live Here" signs, and a discussion on preparing an ordinance to further define when a special event permit is needed, specifically regarding North Avenue car shows. The commission will also consider approving minutes from its March 5, 2024 meeting.

• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee
• Item No. 898 - "Drive Like Your Kids Live Here" signs
• Discussion on preparing an ordinance to amend Chapter 13, Article 18, Special Event Permit, further defining when a permit is needed for North Avenue car shows
• Approval of minutes from March 5, 2024 meeting

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda. They will consider approval of the March 4, 2024 minutes, and then move through old and new business, staff input, commissioner comments, and public input. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of March 4, 2024 minutes
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on several environmental initiatives, including spring cleanup events, a policy change, an award, and small purchases. The agenda includes updates on the Spring Sweep, No-Mow May, and Arbor Day tree planting, as well as the selection of a Green Champion Award recipient. The commission will also consider purchasing a Terracycle waste box for pens, pencils, and markers.

• Update on Spring Sweep 2024 - Saturday, May 18th
• Update on No-Mow May Policy Change
• Selection of 2023 Green Champion Award Recipient
• Arbor Day Tree Planting - Friday, April 26th (Expenditure for tree)
• Purchase of Terracycle, Pens, Pencils and Markers Waste Box

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Villa Park Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss and plan Bike Month 2024 activities, including several specific events. The agenda also includes updates on the Bike Friendly Community report card, a Golden Shovel retrospective, bikes on Metra, and the DuPage Rail Safety Council. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Bike Month 2024 events: North School Walk/Bike to School Day (5/8/24), The Engine Inside Screening (5/9/24), Ride of Silence (5/15/24), Smart Cycling Class (5/11/24)
• Bike Friendly Community Report Card
• Golden Shovel Retrospective
• Bikes on Metra
• DuPage Rail Safety Council Update

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission will meet to discuss updates on upcoming events including Lucky the Leprechaun, Prairie Path Clean Up, Cicadas 2024, Kites & Kicks, Autumn Jubilee, and the Village Spring 2024 Newsletter. The commission will also vote on a co-chair position. Public comments are invited on agenda items.

• Updates on Lucky the Leprechaun event
• Prairie Path Clean Up update
• Cicadas 2024 Project update
• Kites & Kicks event update
• Vote on Co-Chair Position

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission is meeting to discuss fire department hiring updates, including approving background checks for candidates pending oral interviews and waiving the polygraph evaluation. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a $100 bill for recording services, followed by an executive session on personnel matters. Public comments are invited on each agenda item before deliberation.

• Approval to send firefighter candidates for background checks pending oral interview passage
• Approval to waive polygraph evaluation from firefighter hiring process
• Approval of minutes for regular meeting 02.27.24 and special meeting 03.14.24
• Bill listing: P.Ruiz BFPC recording services $100.00
• Executive session on personnel matters under Open Meetings Act 5ILCS 120/2(c)(1)

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing the disposal of a surplus fire engine, setting 2024 pool rates, approving auditors, and amending agreements for school resource officers and rock salt purchases. The board will also discuss a new electrical contractor for the recreation center and a potential ordinance on special event permits for North Avenue car shows.

• Ordinance to declare 1998 E-One Cyclone Fire Engine 80 surplus and transfer to NIPSTA for $10 plus $9,345 tuition credit
• Resolution setting 2024 swim pool season pass rates and daily admission fees (unchanged from 2023)
• Resolution to approve Lauterbach & Amen, LLP as auditors for 2023-2027
• Resolution to amend IGA with Addison and D88 to allow body-worn cameras for SROs
• Resolutions to purchase up to 400 tons of bulk rock salt each from State of Illinois and DuPage County

Economic Development Commission

The Villa Park Economic Development Commission is meeting to review a business introduction letter and provide comments on a three-year new business report. The agenda is largely routine, consisting of approval of minutes, business review items, and public/commissioner comments. No votes on specific projects or contracts are listed.

• Review Business Intro Letter
• Review and Comments on 3 Year New Business Report
• Approval of February 21, 2024 minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed text amendments to Article 14 of the zoning code, covering measurements and definitions. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from its February 8, 2024 meeting. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Public hearing on PZ-24-05, text amendments to Article 14 (Measurements and Definitions), petitioned by the Village of Villa Park
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2024 meeting

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss updates from the fire and police departments, including a proposed amendment to the lateral entry registry rules for police officers. They will also consider scheduling interviews for lateral eligibility candidates and updating the final eligibility register. The agenda includes a consent item for $100 in recording services and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Amendment to Section 9 - Lateral Entry Registry - Police Officer
• Permission to schedule interviews for Lateral Eligibility Register Candidates
• Updates to the Final Eligibility Register
• Bill listing: P.Ruiz BFPC recording services for $100.00
• Executive session for personnel matters

Cable TV Commission

This meeting of the Villa Park Video Production Commission is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2024. No business items are listed for this date.

• Meeting cancelled

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is meeting to receive staff updates on recreation programs, membership rate research, and the 2024 pool season, as well as current and upcoming park and facility projects. The commission will also review unfinished business, including updates on Lufkin Park and the Lions Rec Center. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• 2024 Pool Season Discussion
• Membership Rate Research Update
• Lufkin Park Update
• Lions Rec Center Update
• Current and Upcoming Park and Facility Projects

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Villa Park Board of Trustees Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a draft of specific rules of order and operating procedures for the Village Board. The Board may provide direction by consensus, potentially bringing the document back with edits as a Resolution for approval. The agenda includes public participation on each item and a public comments period.

• Discussion on Rules of Order and Procedures for the Village Board of Trustees
• Draft rules of order and operating procedures presented for discussion
• Potential future Resolution for Board approval with edits

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several contracts and an ordinance at its March 11 meeting. Trustees will vote on a $105,250 agreement for Lions Park design services, a three-year GIS software license with Esri, and a three-year landscaping contract with Langton Group. They will also consider an ordinance consenting to the assignment of a redevelopment agreement for the Motor Cycle Center property, and discuss a Gaza resolution with no staff recommendation.

• Ordinance consenting to assignment of redevelopment agreement from Motor Cycle Center, Inc. and GGM Properties Corp. to John Anthony Scheff, Inc. for property at 443 East St. Charles Road
• Resolution authorizing $105,250 agreement with Upland Design, Ltd. for Lions Park OSLAD planning and construction administration
• Resolution authorizing three-year Esri GIS software license at annual cost not to exceed $29,300
• Resolution approving three-year Langton Group landscaping contract totaling $97,790 ($31,628 for 2024, $32,589 for 2025, $33,573 for 2026)
• Consent agenda includes bill listings totaling $1,172,352.91

General

The Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission is meeting to review applications for the 2024 Historic Preservations Program and conduct a stewardship review of village-owned historic properties, specifically the Ardmore Avenue Station and 10 W. Park Blvd. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the May 4, 2023 meeting and public comments.

• Review of 2024 Historic Preservations Program applications
• Stewardship review of Ardmore Avenue Station and 10 W. Park Blvd.
• Approval of minutes from May 4, 2023 meeting

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to hear a report from its Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee and consider approving minutes from its February 6, 2024 meeting. The commission acts in an advisory capacity to the village on traffic and safety matters. Public comments are invited on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee
• Consider approval of minutes from February 6, 2024 meeting

Senior Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Senior Concerns Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering approval of the prior meeting's minutes and commissioner reports, with the only new business being a discussion of the upcoming S.A.L.T. meeting on March 19, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from February 5, 2024
• Discussion of S.A.L.T. meeting scheduled for March 19, 2024
• Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker

General

This is a procedural 'Coffee with the Village Board' meeting with no substantive agenda items. The board will call the meeting to order, take public comments, and adjourn. No decisions or discussions of specific items are listed.

• Call to Order
• Public Comments
• Adjournment

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes from the January 23 meeting and a $100 payment for recording services. The board will also receive updates from the fire and police departments and may enter a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approval of minutes from the regular meeting on 01.23.24
• Bill listing: $100.00 to P. Ruiz for BFPC recording services
• Fire Department updates
• Police Department updates
• Executive session for personnel matters under the Open Meetings Act

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission is meeting to discuss updates on upcoming events including Lucky the Leprechaun, Prairie Path Clean up, Cicadas 2024 Project, Kites & Kicks, and Autumn Jubilee, as well as the Village Spring 2024 Newsletter submission. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Updates on Lucky the Leprechaun event
• Prairie Path Clean up planning
• Cicadas 2024 Project discussion
• Kites & Kicks event update
• Autumn Jubilee update

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a business district tax and sales tax sharing agreement with Lone Star-Cardinal Motorcycle Ventures, LLC to incentivize a new Polaris dealership at 120 West North Avenue, with up to $1,000,000 in reimbursements. The board will also act on multiple TIF-related ordinances, including creating TIF 7 for the St. Charles Road corridor, and approve a license agreement for a parking lot at 101 East Hill Street. Consent agenda items include bill listings totaling $2,497,443.99 and adoption of the 2024 Zoning Map.

• Ordinance approving business district tax and sales tax sharing agreement with Lone Star-Cardinal Motorcycle Ventures, LLC (up to $1,000,000 reimbursement)
• Ordinance creating TIF 7 for St. Charles Road Commercial Corridor Redevelopment Project Area
• Ordinance terminating TIF 4 (St. Charles Road) and dissolving its special tax allocation fund
• Resolution approving renewal of DuPage County fuel contract with Al Warren Oil Company, Inc.
• Supplemental resolution for $77,928.76 in Motor Fuel Tax for 2023 REBUILD Illinois Resurfacing Project

General

The Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting on February 24, 2024, structured as an all-day workshop. The agenda includes an opening presentation, morning and afternoon breakout groups, and a report-out session, indicating a strategic planning or visioning exercise rather than routine business. No specific decisions, ordinances, or contracts are listed on this agenda.

• Special meeting at Iowa Community Center, 338 N. Iowa Avenue
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
• Opening presentation by Cory Plasch at 9:15am
• Morning and afternoon breakout groups scheduled
• Report-out and wrap-up sessions in the afternoon

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Environmental Concerns Commission will discuss several environmental initiatives, including the village's No-Mow May policy, a potential polystyrene collection program, and state legislation (SB-85) on container deposits. The agenda also includes updates on the CROCUS climate research program, the Green Champion Award, and planning for a spring sweep. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Discussion of Village's No-Mow May Policy
• SB-85, Illinois Container Deposit Bill and other Environmental Legislation
• Potential Polystyrene Collection Program
• Update on Community Research on Climate and Urban Science (CROCUS) Program
• Planning for Spring Sweep

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee will discuss and plan Bike Month events for May 2024, including a Bike/Walk to School Day and a movie screening. They will also receive updates on the Ardmore Avenue development, Pace programs, and other community initiatives. Public comments are invited on each agenda item.

• Bike Month (May 2024) events: North School Bike/Walk to School Day (5/8), Bike Movie Screening at VPPL, Ride of Silence (5/15)
• Ardmore Avenue Development update
• Pace Programs in Villa Park update
• Golden Shovel Update
• DRSC Update

Economic Development Commission

The Villa Park Economic Development Commission is meeting to review and potentially approve a business district tax and sales tax sharing (rebate) agreement with Polaris (Wildfire Harley Davidson). They will also review the 2023 year-end report for business retention visits and discuss creating a business retention introduction letter.

• Review/approve Polaris (Wildfire Harley Davidson) Business District Tax and Sales Tax Sharing (rebate) Agreement
• Review Year-End Report for Business Retention Visits 2023
• Create/review Business Retention Introduction Letter
• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2024

Cable TV Commission

The Video Production Commission's February 14, 2024 meeting has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is March 13, 2024. No business items are on the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled for February 14, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for March 13, 2024

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is meeting to receive staff updates on recreation programs, park projects, and the summer brochure, and to discuss business related to Lufkin Park and Lions Recreation Center. Public comments are invited on agenda items.

• Discussion of Lufkin Park
• Discussion of Lions Recreation Center
• Update on dance recital location
• Summer brochure update
• Park and facility projects update

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board is meeting to consider several items, including a fourth amendment to a letter of intent for the purchase and development of 100-110 S. Villa Avenue, a mosquito abatement services contract, and a change order for the 2023 Rebuild Illinois Resurfacing Project. The board will also approve minutes and bill listings totaling $3,763,642.22. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real estate and litigation.

• Fourth amendment to letter of intent for Catalyst Partners' purchase/development of 100-110 S. Villa Avenue
• Mosquito abatement contract with Clarke Environmental Mosquito Management, Inc. for $36,058 per year (2024-2026), waiving bidding
• Final Change Order No. 1 to Builders Paving, LLC for 2023 Rebuild Illinois Resurfacing Project, net addition of $118,671.60 (adjusted contract $1,278,671.60)
• Bill listings for weeks of Jan 22, Jan 29, Feb 5 totaling $3,763,642.22
• Executive session for real estate purchase/sale and litigation

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Villa Park Board of Trustees is holding a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss an environmental scan of financial and statistical data in preparation for a Strategic Plan Retreat. Staff member Cory Plasch will lead the discussion and share data collected from citizens and employees. The agenda includes only this discussion item, public comments, and adjournment.

• Discussion of strategic planning environmental scan with financial and statistical data
• Presentation by Cory Plasch on data from Village citizens and employees
• Public comments invited on each agenda item

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss the Comprehensive Plan and existing conditions. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and a public hearing with no new business. No major decisions or proposals are on the agenda.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan / Existing Conditions
• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2023 meetings

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission is meeting to discuss traffic and safety matters referred to it or initiated by the commission. The main item is a report from the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee, along with approval of minutes from two prior meetings. The commission acts in an advisory capacity to the village board.

• Report of the Bike, Pedestrian, and Transit Subcommittee
• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2023 meeting
• Approval of minutes from January 2, 2024 meeting

General

This meeting is cancelled. The next Coffee with the Board meeting will be held on March 2, 2024 at 9:00am.

• Meeting cancelled

General

This meeting of the Villa Park Historical Preservation Commission is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 7, 2024 at 7:30 PM. No business will be conducted at this time.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: March 7, 2024 at 7:30 PM

Police Pension Board

The Villa Park Police Pension Board will meet to review financial and investment reports, consider new member Elsa Franco, discuss portability updates, and approve annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners. The board will also address transition matters related to the Illinois Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund (IPOPIF), including cash management and account representative appointments.

• Approval of bills via Disbursement Warrant Report
• Quarterly Investment Performance Report from Sawyer Falduto Asset Management
• Application for Membership – Elsa Franco
• Approve Annual Cost of Living Adjustments for Pensioners
• Discussion/Possible Action – Cash Management Policy

Environmental Concerns Commission

The Villa Park Environmental Concerns Commission is meeting to discuss several environmental initiatives, including the village's No-Mow May policy, the Illinois Container Deposit Bill (SB85), and a potential polystyrene collection program. They will also review reports from subcommittees and plan for the 2024 Spring Sweep. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Discussion of Village's No-Mow May Policy
• SB85 - Illinois Container Deposit Bill
• Purchase of Compostable Cups for Cocoa Crawl
• Potential Polystyrene Collection Program
• Planning for 2024 Spring Sweep

Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee

The Bike, Pedestrian and Transit Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss and review several active transportation and transit topics, including Pace bus usage, a school walk/roll event, Bike Month, Metra station winter access, and the Ride DuPage program. The agenda is largely a discussion of ongoing programs and updates, with no formal votes or ordinances listed.

• Pace Usage in Villa Park
• North School Walk/Roll to School Day
• Bike Month (May 2024)
• Metra Station Winter Access
• Ride DuPage Program

General

The Villa Park Local Liquor Control Commission is meeting to discuss Illinois State Liquor Regulations and the Village of Villa Park Liquor Codes. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and no specific proposals or changes are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Illinois State Liquor Regulations and Village of Villa Park Liquor Codes

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission is holding a regular meeting with public comment, a consent agenda, and updates from the fire and police departments. The board will also enter a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters under the Open Meetings Act. The agenda is largely routine, with the only listed action item being approval of minutes and a $100 payment for recording services.

• Approval of minutes from the 12.12.23 regular meeting
• Bill listing: $100.00 to P. Ruiz for BFPC recording services
• Fire Dept. updates
• Police Dept. updates
• Executive session for personnel matters

Community F.U.N Commission

The Community F.U.N Commission is meeting to organize its 2024 activities, including assigning commissioner positions and responsibilities, planning calendar events and required permits, and starting an initial discussion on marketing ideas. The agenda is largely administrative and planning-focused, with no major ordinances or contracts on the table.

• 2024 Commission Positions and Responsibilities
• 2024 Calendar Events - Required Permits
• Submit calendar of events to Village Communication Specialist for publication
• Marketing ideas - initial discussion

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will consider several resolutions, including waiving bids to purchase a powered ambulance cot and load system for $61,450.11, expanding the Lions Park Recreation Center project with storm line improvements and change orders totaling $94,514.00, and confirming an agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for additional license plate reader cameras. The board will also discuss the Hawthorne EcoTerra project and seek direction on drafting a restated redevelopment agreement and extending the PUD zoning designation. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes and bill listings totaling $743,384.53.

• Resolution to waive bid and purchase Stryker Power-Pro 2 ambulance cot and load system for $61,450.11
• Resolution approving Change Order #3 for Lions Park Recreation Center storm line improvements, $94,514.00
• Resolution confirming agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for additional license plate reader cameras
• Discussion on Hawthorne EcoTerra project: restated redevelopment agreement and PUD extension
• Consent agenda: bill listings totaling $743,384.53

Economic Development Commission

The Villa Park Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve minutes from November 15, 2023, and discuss business retention reports. Public comments are invited on each agenda item. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific proposals or contracts listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2023
• Business retention reports discussion

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Villa Park Planning and Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for January 11, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 8, 2024. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Regular meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for February 8, 2024

Video Production Commission

The January 10, 2024 meeting of the Villa Park Video Production Commission has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 14, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for February 14, 2024

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission

The January 9, 2024 meeting of the Villa Park Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2024. No agenda items were discussed.

• Meeting cancelled; next meeting February 13, 2024

Board of Trustees - Committee of the Whole

The Board of Trustees will discuss the status of the Sugar Creek Golf Course. Staff recommends that the Board not agree to a full write-off of $584,951.84 owed to the Village.

• Discussion of proposal to forgive or conditionally forgive $584,951.84 owed by Sugar Creek Golf Club

Village Board of Trustees

The Villa Park Village Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed St. Charles Road Commercial Corridor TIF District, consider an ordinance to increase the maximum number of Class AA liquor licenses, and vote on resolutions including a final change order for the Jackson Pond Expansion Project and an updated Home Flood Prevention Reimbursement Program. The board will also approve bill listings totaling $2,867,036.52 and recognize police promotions and swearing-ins.

• Public hearing on proposed St. Charles Road Commercial Corridor TIF District
• Ordinance to increase maximum number of Class AA liquor licenses (Section 3-313(a))
• Final Change Order No. 1 for Jackson Pond Expansion Project: net deduction of $96,102.32, adjusted contract amount $3,812,089.68
• Updated Home Flood Prevention Reimbursement Program with higher maximum reimbursements
• Resolution for Motor Fuel Tax use for general maintenance, planned expenditures of $877,056

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Villa Park Traffic and Safety Commission will hold a routine meeting to receive public comments, review a subcommittee report, and consider approval of prior meeting minutes. The commission acts in an advisory role to the Village Board on traffic and safety matters.