Westville, IL

All Funds Budget 2026 2027

The Westville Village Board is considering the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 appropriations for all village funds. The General Fund budget totals $1,610,250 in revenue and $1,770,970 in expenses, projecting a net loss of $160,720. The agenda includes budgets for the Municipal Gas Fund, Waterworks Fund, Waste Water Disposal Zone Fund, Police Fund, and Motor Fuel Tax Fund.

• General Fund projects $160,720 net loss with $1.77M in expenses
• Police Fund budgets $30,000 for a squad car with only $15 in revenue
• Waterworks Fund allocates $130,000 for tower/well maintenance
• Motor Fuel Tax Fund budgets $100,000 for street maintenance
• Municipal Gas Fund projects $1.25M in revenue but $1.35M in expenses

August 12, 2026

The Village of Westville Board of Trustees is receiving the Treasurer's report for July 2026, covering financial activity and the status of the FY2026 audit. The report notes a village-wide cash increase of $32,765.31, a year-to-date surplus of $266,725.78, and the submission of the FY2026 audit package to Crowder CPAs. The treasurer recommends caution on discretionary Waterworks spending due to large upcoming expenditures.

• Village-wide cash increased by $32,765.31 in July, ending at about $3 million
• Waterworks cash dropped from $118,330.69 to $42,124.69, with $200,000 in receipts awaiting transfer from Gas Fund
• FY2026 audit package submitted to Crowder CPAs
• Restricted funds: Business District $501,079.51, Motor Fuel Tax $476,839.62
• General Fund shows YTD deficit of $36,113.48

August 12, 2026 Public Hearing Zoning Variance

The Village of Westville is holding a public hearing to receive comments on a variance request for 208 Washington Avenue. The request seeks to allow an accessory structure (shed) that does not meet the required setback requirements of the Village Zoning Ordinance. The board will hear public comments and discuss the request before deciding.

• Variance request for accessory structure (shed) at 208 Washington Avenue
• Property does not meet required setback requirements
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per speaker

August 12, 2026

The Westville Village Board is meeting to approve a batch of claims and payments totaling $67,299.30 across multiple funds, including general, gas, water, sewer (WWDZ), and motor fuel tax (MFT) accounts. The agenda is primarily a consent agenda of routine expenditures, such as equipment purchases, maintenance, and utility payments, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Purchase of two new mowers from Rahn Equipment Company for $7,969.68
• Sidewalk replacement contracts with Moreman & Son Construction totaling $12,355.00 (Route 1 and Pennsylvania Street)
• Annual law enforcement policy manual and training software license from Lexipol for $5,347.47
• Catch basin repairs on Moore, Delaware, Scott, Pennsylvania, and McKinley streets by Moreman & Son Construction for $2,604.00
• Gas leak survey by USDI for $3,879.00

August 12, 2026

The Westville Village Board will hold its regular meeting on August 12, 2026, covering routine approvals (minutes, claims, reports) and several new business items. Key votes include a variance request for a shed at 208 Washington, purchase of three police body cameras, and approval of quotes for electrical and caboose restoration work at the Depot. The board will also discuss salt supply for winter, an internet provider for Village Hall, and a postage meter purchase.

• Variance request for accessory structure/shed at 208 Washington
• Authorization to purchase three replacement body cameras for police
• Approval of quote from RC Electric for electrical work at the Depot
• Approval of quote for caboose restoration work at the Depot
• Discussion of salt supply for 2026–2027 winter season

August 12, 2026

The Westville Police Department provided an activity report covering the period from June 11 to August 9, 2026. The report includes statistics on calls, arrests, and traffic stops, as well as updates regarding code enforcement issues.

• 459 total police calls
• 20 total arrests
• 122 traffic stops
• 72 new code enforcement cases
• 73 open code enforcement cases

August 12, 2026

The Westville Village Clerk is presenting a routine financial report for the August 12, 2026 meeting, detailing bank deposits totaling $161,000.69. The report includes building permit fees, franchise fees, state fund distributions, and various other revenues. No policy decisions or public hearings are on this agenda.

• Building permits: $200.00 total (shed, pool, carport, greenhouse, addition)
• Franchise fees: AT&T $328.86, Cable One $1,091.06
• State funds for July 2026: $141,220.16 (income tax, sales tax, motor fuel tax, etc.)
• Video gaming tax: $11,046.51 from State of IL Comptroller
• Court fines and fees: $3,678.94 from Circuit Clerk

July 22, 2026

The Village Board approved a bid for the Motor Fuel Tax Street Improvement Project on Virginia Street, which came in about 7% below the engineer's estimate and involves full roadway reconstruction. The Board also approved a proclamation designating August 1, 2026, as 'Latoz Hardware Day' for the store's 80th anniversary. A request to grandfather an existing solicitor under the previous permit fee was denied. The Board authorized offering a Village-owned property at Ohio and Bridgett Streets for sealed bid, pending resolution of title issues.

• Approved the agenda and placed it on file.
• Approved the minutes from the July 1, 2026, Public Town Hall and July 8, 2026, Regular Meetings.
• Approved the claims and placed the report on file.
• Approved the proclamation recognizing August 1, 2026, as Latoz Hardware Day.
• Approved the bid for the Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) Street Improvement Project on Virginia Street.
• Denied the request to grandfather any existing solicitor permits under the previous fee schedule.
• Authorized the Village-owned property at Ohio and Bridgett Streets for sealed bid upon resolution of title issues.
• Voted to keep all closed session meeting minutes sealed.

July 22, 2026

The Village Board will discuss and vote on several items, including awarding a bid for the Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) street improvement project on Virginia Street, reviewing solicitor permits under a revised fee schedule, and authorizing the sale of village-owned property at Ohio & Bridgett. A proclamation recognizing Latoz Hardware's 80th anniversary and designating August 1, 2026, as 'Latoz Hardware Day' will also be considered. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, claims, and reports.

• Discuss/Vote: Proclamation Recognizing Latoz Hardware's 80th Anniversary and Designating August 1, 2026, as 'Latoz Hardware Day'
• Discuss/Vote: Awarding Bid for the Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) Street Improvement Project (Virginia Street)
• Discuss/Vote: Review of Existing Solicitor Permit Under Revised Fee Schedule
• Discuss/Vote: Authorization to Offer Property Located at Ohio & Bridgett for Sealed Bid

July 8, 2026

The Westville Village Board will vote on an ordinance amending the village code regarding temporary fireworks sales hours. They will also vote on shortening the Business District application period from two years to one year and on writing off certain gas and water accounts. The meeting includes approval of minutes, reports, and public comments.

• Vote on Ordinance #26-154 amending Section 195-5(B) of the Village Code on temporary fireworks sales hours
• Vote on amending the Business District application period from two years to one year
• Vote on writing off gas and water accounts

July 8, 2026

The Westville Village Board will consider approving a total of $67,883.19 in claims from the General, Gas, Water, and WWDZ funds. The agenda lists payments for health insurance premiums, police equipment and training, building maintenance, and utility bills.

• $21,555.06 to Blue Cross Blue Shield for employee health insurance premiums
• $12,274.00 to Rahn Equipment Company for police vehicle equipment
• $10,000.00 annual membership fee to Central Illinois Landbank Authority
• $4,927.00 to Martin Equipment for backhoe and skid steer maintenance
• $4,448.12 to IMCO Utility Supply for water tower line stop

July 8, 2026

This is the clerk's report for the July 8, 2026, Westville Village meeting, listing deposits and payments for June 2026. It includes routine items like building permits, franchise fees, and tax distributions, plus notable payments for school resource officer services and a stoplight reimbursement. No policy decisions or public hearings are on this agenda.

• School Resource Officer services Jan-May: $31,025.00 to Westville School District
• Reimbursement from CCMSI for stoplight at Hickman: $28,096.25
• Business District funds from IL: $13,487.65
• Video Gaming Tax from State of IL Comptroller: $14,415.74
• Total bank deposit: $153,411.77

July 8, 2026

The Public Works Director reports on operations from June 6 to July 3, 2026. A major water main break occurred on a 6-inch line at Brook Street and East Main. A gas leak survey covering one-third of town found 6 above-ground leaks (all repaired) and 2 below-ground leaks (to be scheduled). The village will continue shutting off delinquent gas and water accounts.

• Major water break on a 6" main at Brook Street and East Main
• Gas leak survey found 6 above-ground leaks (repaired) and 2 below-ground leaks (to be scheduled)
• Shutting off delinquent gas and water accounts
• Installed a storm drain at 125 Maple St.
• Storm sewer repairs on Ellsworth St and Moore St

July 8, 2026

The Board receives the Treasurer's report covering June 2026 financial activity. Village-wide cash increased by $198,785.50 to $2.96 million, and revenues exceeded expenses by $161,349.30. The FY2025 audit received a clean opinion but emphasizes that utility funds (Gas, Water, Wastewater) must build reserves. The Waterworks Fund improved but still has only 1.5 months of operating cash.

• Village cash increased $198,785.50 to $2.96 million at June 30, 2026
• FY2025 audit completed with unmodified opinion; Police Fund merged into General Fund
• Waterworks Fund cash cushion improved to $118,330.69 but remains at 1.5 months of operating cash
• FY2027 budget loaded into QuickBooks for budget-to-actual monitoring
• Restricted funds total $968,991.00 (32.71% of total cash)

July 8, 2026

The board approved Ordinance #26-1546 setting temporary fireworks sales hours from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm, after a request to allow 24-hour sales was rejected. The Business District Grant Program application period was amended from two years to one year from the date of payment. The board also approved writing off uncollectible gas and water accounts for demolished or ownerless properties.

• Approved Ordinance #26-1546 setting temporary fireworks sales hours 6:00 am to 11:00 pm (roll call vote)
• Amended Business District Grant Program application period to one year from payment date (roll call vote)
• Approved write-off of identified uncollectible gas and water accounts (roll call vote)
• Approved agenda and placed on file (roll call vote)
• Approved minutes from June 24, 2026 Public Hearing and Regular Meeting (roll call vote)
• Approved claims and placed report on file (roll call vote)
• Approved Clerk's Report and turned money over to Treasurer (roll call vote)
• Approved Treasurer's Report and placed on file (roll call vote)

July 1, 2026 Town Hall Ebikes & Scooters

The Village of Westville held a public town hall to discuss concerns and potential regulations for e-bikes, scooters, and other micromobility devices. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only, with presentations from Police Chief Varvel and public comments. The Board plans to work on ordinance amendments at future meetings.

• No decisions were made; the meeting was a public input session on micromobility safety

July 1, 2026 Public Town Hall Ebikes & Scooters

The Village of Westville is holding a public town hall meeting to provide information, receive public input, and discuss concerns, ideas, and potential solutions related to e-bikes, scooters, and community safety. The agenda includes a presentation, public comments limited to 5 minutes per speaker, and board discussion. No specific proposals, ordinances, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Public comments on e-bikes, scooters, and community safety
• Board discussion and questions following public input
• Presentation on e-bikes, scooters, and safety issues

June 24, 2026

The Village of Westville will hold a regular meeting with votes on claims and an ordinance to amend the FY 2026-2027 annual budget. Reports from the clerk, treasurer, police, and other departments will be presented. Public comments are limited to 5 minutes.

• Vote on ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget
• Vote to accept claims
• Approval of minutes from June 10 and May 13, 2026 meetings

June 24, 2026 Public Hearing

The Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to award a $1.2 million contract for the 2025 road resurfacing program. They will also hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the 2024-2025 budget. The meeting includes approval of minutes and a consent agenda with routine items.

• Resolution to award $1.2M contract for 2025 road resurfacing program
• Public hearing on proposed amendment to 2024-2025 budget
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Consent agenda with routine items

June 24, 2026

The Westville Village Board will consider approving a total of $121,836.46 in claims, including checks and online/ACH payments, for June 2026. The agenda also includes credit card transactions for various departments. The meeting is primarily focused on financial approvals.

• $52,071.53 bulk water purchase from Aqua Water for April 29–May 28
• $12,292.14 for water meter and pit from Ferguson Waterworks
• $5,606.93 for street lights from Ameren
• $2,948.25 for police vehicle fuel from Sunrise FS
• $1,045.00 for eCode 360 annual maintenance from General Code

June 24, 2026 Public Hearing

The Village of Westville held a public hearing on the proposed amended budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. Proposed amendments include increasing the General Fund Beautification budget for Landbank membership from $10,000 to $30,000 and the Police Fund budget for a squad car from $30,000 to $50,000. No public comments were received. The hearing was procedural; no final vote on the budget was taken.

• Appointed Trustee Gallion as Mayor Pro Tempore (unanimous roll call)
• Presented proposed amended FY 2026-2027 budget for public comment
• No public comments received
• Adjourned at 5:35pm (motion carried by roll call)

June 24, 2026

The Westville Village Board approved an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, increasing the General Fund Beautification budget by $20,000 for Land Bank membership fees and the Police Fund budget by $20,000 for a squad car. The board also approved the meeting agenda, minutes from prior meetings, and claims. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $20,000 increase to General Fund Beautification budget for Land Bank fees
• Approved $20,000 increase to Police Fund budget for squad car purchase
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous roll call)
• Approved minutes from June 10, 2026 regular meeting (unanimous roll call)
• Approved corrected minutes from May 13, 2026 regular meeting (unanimous roll call)
• Approved claims and placed report on file (unanimous roll call)

June 17, 2026 Public Town Hall Ebikes & Scooters POSTPONED

This meeting was a public town hall to discuss e-bikes, scooters, and community safety in Westville. The agenda includes a presentation, public comments, and board discussion, but the meeting was postponed.

June 10, 2026

The Westville Village Board approved Ordinance 26-1542 amending the zoning code for a solar project, including attorney-prepared language as Amendment No. 2 and an immediate effective date. They also approved an intergovernmental agreement with Tilton for municipal court services, a parade resolution for the Labor Day Parade, and Resolution 26-08 authorizing approximately $135,000 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for roadway improvements, focusing on Virginia Street. Other actions included approving minutes, claims, clerk's and treasurer's reports, and the police and public works reports.

• Approved Ordinance 26-1542 amending zoning code for solar project (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Tilton for Municipal Court (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-07 for Labor Day Parade (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-08 for $135,000 in MFT funds for road improvements (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 27, 2026 public hearing and regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved claims and placed report on file (unanimous)
• Approved clerk's report and treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved police report and public works director report (unanimous)

June 10, 2026

The Westville Village Board will consider several votes at its June 10 regular meeting, including an ordinance amending the zoning code, a business district application from Dave's Double Barrel BBQ, and an intergovernmental agreement with Tilton for municipal court services. The board will also vote on resolutions for a parade permit and maintenance under the Illinois Highway Code using Motor Fuel Tax funds. Routine items include approval of minutes, claims, and reports from the clerk, treasurer, police, and public works.

• Discuss/Vote: Dave's Double Barrel BBQ Application (Business District Update)
• Discuss/Vote: Ordinance No. 26-1542 amending Chapter 360 (Zoning)
• Discuss/Vote: Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Tilton for Municipal Court
• Discuss/Vote: Resolution 26-08 for Maintenance Under Illinois Highway Code (MFT Funds)
• Discuss/Vote: Resolution 26-07 Parade Resolution

June 10, 2026

The agenda consists solely of the Village Clerk's financial report for June 10, 2026, listing deposits and fees. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings are scheduled. The report details revenue from taxes, permits, fines, and other sources totaling $255,973.95.

• Income tax receipts of $97,977.62 and municipal sales tax of $33,928.61
• Transportation renewal fund deposit of $62,745.98
• Reimbursement of $15,267.03 for Jefferson St/Walnut sidewalk cost engineer
• Building permits totaling $325.00 for sheds, garage, pool, and new house
• Video gaming tax of $17,685.42 from the state

June 10, 2026

The Village of Westville Board of Trustees received the Treasurer's report for May 2026, the first month of the fiscal year. Village-wide cash increased by about $47,800, and total revenues exceeded expenses by about $70,700 across all funds. The Waterworks Fund had a positive month but its cash balance is low at about $39,600, leading the treasurer to recommend pausing discretionary spending in that fund. The FY2025 audit is still in fieldwork, with a new primary contact from Crowder CPAs.

• General Fund surplus of $14,723.94 for May 2026
• Police Fund deficit of $45,387.00 due to a squad car purchase
• Waterworks Fund cash balance of $39,617.23, about half a month of operating cash
• Restricted fund balances: Business District $471,087.24, Motor Fuel Tax $478,266.77
• FY2025 audit in fieldwork; Tammy Battle is new primary contact at Crowder CPAs

June 10, 2026

The Public Works Director provided a routine report covering water and gas department activities, including meter changes, repairs, and maintenance. Notable actions include replacing a leaking waterline on Vermont St, scheduling sandblasting and painting of the 1928 water tower, and ongoing shutoffs of delinquent water and gas accounts. A gas leak survey is scheduled for June 17th and 18th.

• Replaced a leaking waterline on Vermont St
• Maguire will sandblast and paint the 1928 water tower
• Shutting off all delinquent gas and water accounts
• Gas leak survey scheduled for June 17th & 18th
• Replaced catch basin in front of 209 Cook St

June 10, 2026

The Westville Police Department reports three demolitions, a new patrol car donated by Rahn Police, and ongoing Flock camera installation. The chief also notes that state funding for the SRT team will be suspended July 1, affecting officer training and deployment.

• 541 Michigan, 218 W. Main, and 330 W. Main have been demolished
• Danville Police allowed customization of a car from Friendly Town; Rahn Equipment donated emergency lights
• Flock cameras are being installed
• Lighting upgrades at new police building should begin shortly
• ILEAS funding for SRT team suspended as of July 1

June 10, 2026

The Westville Village Board will consider approving a total of $57,005.41 in claims across the General, Gas, Water, and WWDZ funds. The largest single expense is $31,325.00 to Klugow Tree Service for multiple tree removals and canopy raising at various locations. Other notable items include $4,490.50 to Donohue for water main replacement on Shaw, Delanois, and Mack Streets, and $2,480.00 to Christmas Décor Systems for a final decoration lease cancellation payment.

• $31,325.00 to Klugow Tree Service for tree removal and canopy work at 802 S. State, Zamberletti Park, 335 Moore St, 302 Ellsworth, East and West Main, and North Water Tower
• $4,490.50 to Donohue for water main replacement on Shaw, Delanois, and Mack Streets
• $2,480.00 to Christmas Décor Systems for decoration lease cancellation final payment
• $1,045.00 to General Code for eCode360 annual maintenance
• $633.96 in security deposit refunds to gas and water customers

May 27, 2026

The Westville Village Board will vote on a claims report totaling $131,733.12, covering payments from the General, Gas, Water, and WWDZ funds. Notable expenditures include $15,000 for Flock Safety police equipment, $4,280 in legal services, and $2,597 for playground mulch. The agenda also includes routine utility payments to Ameren and other vendors.

• $15,000 to Flock Safety for police equipment
• $4,280 in legal services from Evans, Froehlich, Beth & Chamley
• $2,597 for playground mulch from Stillwater Mulch Inc.
• $1,542.94 in gas delivery and $1,033.47 in diesel delivery from Sunrise FS
• $21,555.06 in employee-funded health insurance premiums to Blue Cross Blue Shield