Park Ridge, IL

FARMERS MARKET COMMITTEE

The Farmers Market Committee will discuss and take action on the market's rules of operation and vendor application process. The meeting includes reports from the City Liaison, Market Master, and Market Manager.

• Approval of Rules of Operation
• Approval of Vendor Application
• Discussion of the application process

MAYOR'S ADVISORY BOARD

The Mayor's Advisory Board will conduct interviews with four applicants. The board will then deliberate and make recommendations for open positions on the Community Health Commission and the Farmer’s Market Committee.

• Interviews with Thomas Grego, Dion Dimiropoulos, Karen Bergsma, and Amanda Valyer
• Recommendations for 3 open positions on the Community Health Commission
• Recommendations for 3 open positions on the Farmer’s Market Committee

LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING

PARK RIDGE POLICE PENSION BOARD MEETING

The Park Ridge Police Pension Board will conduct board elections and consider mayoral re-appointments of trustees. The board will also review membership applications and financial statements from Sikich LLC.

• Board elections for Steven Ledford, Rodney Cavender, Peter Snieg, and Lenny Garcia
• Mayoral re-appointment of trustees Jeff Hejza and Mike Malatesta
• Membership applications for Nathan Davis, Jacob Pond, Nicholas Wiberg, and Malgorzata Zielonka
• Hearing to consider dismissal of Frank Lauria’s disability pension application due to death
• Review of August 31, 2026 financial statements and 2027 recurring withdrawal

BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS - SPECIAL MEETING

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to qualify and disqualify candidates for appointment. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss specific employee matters.

• Motion to qualify candidates eligible for appointment
• Motion to disqualify candidates ineligible for appointment
• Closed meeting to discuss appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF THE PARK RIDGE CITY COUNCIL

The Park Ridge City Council will review several administrative and financial action items. Key decisions include the adoption of a Freedom of Information Act policy and the approval of a commercial lease at the Uptown train station.

• Purchase order of $1,226,822.11 for 2027 Workers’ Compensation and Liability Insurance via the Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association
• Lease for space at the Uptown train station with Awesome B. Inc d/b/a Sip & Bite
• Resolution adopting the City of Park Ridge Freedom of Information Act Policy
• Police Department September 2026 Monthly, Red Speed, and Volunteer Corp reports
• Fire Department 2026 Quarter 3 Report

REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARK RIDGE CITY COUNCIL

The Park Ridge City Council will meet to review board appointments, budget amendments, and city expenditures. The council is deciding on zoning variances for a three-unit townhome development and a purchase order for fire department vehicle equipment.

• Final reading of an ordinance for zoning variances for a three-unit townhome development at 245 Vine Avenue
• Proposed $23,070.00 General Fund Budget amendment for holiday light installation
• Purchase order of $29,199.17 with Red Line Works, LLC for Battalion Chief’s Vehicle (FD 100) equipment
• Warrant Reports C101526 ($1,251,558.35) and M101526 ($422,720.73)
• Appointments to the Planning & Zoning, Animal, and Community Health commissions

MAYOR'S ADVISORY BOARD

The Mayor's Advisory Board will conduct interviews with four applicants. The board will then deliberate and make recommendations for open positions on the Community Health Commission and the Farmer’s Market Committee.

• Interviews with Thomas Grego, Dion Dimiropoulos, Karen Bergsma, and Amanda Valyer
• Recommendations for 3 open positions on the Community Health Commission
• Recommendations for 3 open positions on the Farmer’s Market Committee

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF THE PARK RIDGE CITY COUNCIL

The Park Ridge City Council will meet to review department reports and vote on several action items. Key decisions include insurance renewals, a train station lease, and a new FOIA policy.

• Purchase order of $1,226,822.11 for 2027 Workers’ Compensation and Liability Insurance via the Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association
• Lease for space at the Uptown train station with Awesome B. Inc d/b/a Sip & Bite
• Resolution adopting the City of Park Ridge Freedom of Information Act Policy
• Police Department September 2026 Monthly, Red Speed, and Volunteer Corp reports
• Fire Department 2026 Quarter 3 Report

FARMERS MARKET COMMITTEE

The Farmers Market Committee will discuss and potentially approve the market's rules of operation and vendor application materials. The meeting includes reports from the City Liaison, Market Master, and Market Manager.

• Approval of Rules of Operation
• Review and action on Vendor Application
• Discussion of the application process

LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING

YOUTH SERVICES COMMISSION

The Youth Services Commission will meet to welcome new members and discuss several community activities. The agenda includes discussions on the Farmer's Market, a Holiday Ice Skating Party, and the Golden Award.

• Approval of September 24, 2026 minutes
• Discussion of Farmer's Market
• Discussion of Holiday Ice Skating Party
• Discussion of Golden Award
• Updated Budget Report

COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION

The Community Health Commission will review recent events and plan future health initiatives. Discussions include updates on sub-committees and event planning for seniors and parents.

• Stop the Bleed Event debrief
• Farmers Market Booth debrief
• Run Park Ridge Sub-Committee updates
• Community Bike Ride Sub-Committee updates
• Planning for senior citizen focused events and Parent Night with LGH staff

FOREIGN FIRE TAX BOARD

The Foreign Fire Tax Board will meet to discuss the treasurer's report and previous purchases. The board is scheduled to take action on several equipment and facility categories.

• Fitness and Wellness
• Special Teams Equipment
• Personal Safety Equipment
• Station Improvements
• Vehicle Equipment

REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARK RIDGE CITY COUNCIL

The Park Ridge City Council will meet to vote on board appointments, budget amendments, and a zoning ordinance. The body will also review warrant reports totaling over $1.6 million.

• Final reading of an ordinance for a three-unit townhome development with reduced parking at 245 Vine Avenue
• Proposed $23,070.00 General Fund Budget amendment for holiday light installation
• Purchase order of $29,199.17 with Red Line Works, LLC for Battalion Chief’s Vehicle equipment
• Warrant reports C101526 ($1,251,558.35) and M101526 ($422,720.73)
• Appointments to the Planning & Zoning, Animal, and Community Health commissions

PARK RIDGE POLICE PENSION BOARD MEETING

The Park Ridge Police Pension Board will conduct board elections and consider mayoral re-appointments of trustees. The board will also review membership applications and a disability pension application dismissal.

• Board elections involving Steven Ledford, Rodney Cavender, Peter Snieg, and Lenny Garcia
• Mayoral re-appointment of trustees Jeff Hejza and Mike Malatesta
• Membership applications for Nathan Davis, Jacob Pond, Nicholas Wiberg, and Malgorzata Zielonka
• Hearing to consider dismissal of Frank Lauria’s disability pension application due to death
• Review of August 31, 2026 financial statements from Sikich LLC

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review designation cases and action items. The primary decision involves approving nominees for the 2026 HPC Award Program.

• Approval of 2026 HPC Award Program Nominees
• Designation Review Cases

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public meetings to review and take action on two development cases. These include a continued site plan review and a site plan review amendment.

• ZPR-26-10: Site Plan Review at 245 Vine Avenue
• ZPR-06-06: Site Plan Review Amendment at 1700 Luther Lane

ANIMAL COMMISSION

The Animal Commission will meet to approve minutes from August 31, 2026, and address one specific action item. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items and public comment.

• Action Item 26-00029252

ANIMAL COMMISSION

The Animal Commission will meet to approve minutes from August 31, 2026, and address one specific action item. The remainder of the agenda consists of standard procedural sections.

• Action Item 26-00029252

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review and take action on two development cases. These include a continued site plan review and a site plan review amendment.

• ZPR-26-10: Site Plan Review at 245 Vine Avenue
• ZPR-06-06: Site Plan Review Amendment at 1700 Luther Lane

SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION ** CANCELED **

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review minutes and discuss updates regarding future SHPO grants. The body will also discuss the HPC Awards Program.

• Future SHPO Grants Update
• HPC Awards Program discussion

MAYOR'S ADVISORY BOARD

The Mayor's Advisory Board will conduct interviews with seven applicants. The board will then deliberate and make recommendations to fill vacancies on several city commissions and committees.

• Interviews with Scot Karstens, Cheryl Coyne, Carol Paddock, Stuart Eng, Christina Niklas, Dean Parisi, and Nicole Wyatt
• Vacancies for Planning & Zoning Commission (1)
• Vacancies for Animal Commission (1)
• Vacancies for Community Health Commission (4)
• Vacancies for Farmer’s Market Committee (3)

REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARK RIDGE CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will consider several public works contracts, including rock salt and holiday lighting. The body will also vote on final readings for zoning variances at three different properties and appoint members to the Youth Commission.

• Contract for rock salt with Morton Salt, Inc. for $240,266.40
• Contract for holiday lights installation with B&B Holiday Decorating, LLC for $103,068.25
• Contract for Metra Train Station exterior door replacement with Anderson Lock Company, Ltd. for $62,276.00
• Zoning variances for 2800 Habberton Avenue, 766 N Northwest Highway, and 1309 S Crescent Avenue
• Resolution for new sidewalk installation on Touhy Ave between Talcott Rd and Dee Rd

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF THE PARK RIDGE CITY COUNCIL

The Park Ridge City Council will review a policy recommendation regarding affordable housing and the PUD Public Benefit List. The body is also considering funding for holiday lights and equipment for a fire department vehicle.

• Purchase order of $29,199.17 with Red Line Works, LLC for Battalion Chief’s Vehicle (FD 100) lighting, sirens, and cabinetry
• FY2026 General Fund Budget amendment of $23,070.00 for holiday light installation
• Discussion of PZC’s Policy Recommendation regarding Affordable Housing (PUD Public Benefit List)

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

The Park Ridge Historic Preservation Commission is scheduled to meet Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers at 505 Butler Place. The agenda lists approval of September meeting minutes, designation review cases, action items, and discussion of future SHPO grants and an HPC awards program, but no specific cases, addresses, or dollar amounts are included. The agenda is largely procedural and does not state what, if anything, will be decided.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of September 2, 2026 and Special Meeting Minutes of September 14, 2026
• Designation Review Cases section listed with no cases specified
• Action Items section listed with no items specified
• Discussion of Future SHPO Grants Update
• Discussion of HPC Awards Program; next meeting November 4, 2026 (subject to change)

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF THE PARK RIDGE CITY COUNCIL

The Park Ridge City Council Committee of the Whole meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7:15 p.m. at City Hall, 505 Butler Place. The agenda lists two action items: a $29,199.17 purchase order with Red Line Works, LLC of Prospect Heights, IL for emergency lighting, siren installation, and cabinetry for the Battalion Chief's Vehicle (FD 100), and a $23,070.00 amendment to the FY2026 General Fund Budget for holiday light installation. Discussion items include the Planning and Zoning Commission's policy recommendation on Affordable Housing (PUD Public Benefit List) and a review of upcoming Procedures and Regulations items. Most other agenda sections are listed without detail.

• Purchase order with Red Line Works, LLC of Prospect Heights, IL for $29,199.17 for emergency lighting, siren installation, and cabinetry for the Battalion Chief's Vehicle (FD 100)
• Amendment to the FY2026 General Fund Budget of $23,070.00 to fund Holiday Light Installation
• Discussion of the PZC's Policy Recommendation regarding Affordable Housing (PUD Public Benefit List)
• Review of Upcoming Procedures and Regulations Items
• Public comment period for citizens wishing to be heard on a non-agenda item

BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS

The Park Ridge Board of Fire and Police Commissioners meets Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Finance Conference Room, 505 Butler Place. The board will consider approving minutes from its July 21, 2026 special and closed meetings, then take up motions to qualify candidates eligible for appointment and disqualify candidates ineligible for appointment. The agenda also includes a move to adjourn into closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) to discuss the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific public body employees. No dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinance changes appear on this agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Special Meeting held July 21, 2026
• Approval of minutes from the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Closed Meeting held July 21, 2026
• Motion to qualify candidates eligible for appointment
• Motion to disqualify candidates ineligible for appointment
• Adjourn to closed meeting under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) to discuss appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees

MAYOR'S ADVISORY BOARD

The Mayor's Advisory Board meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, 505 Butler Place, Park Ridge. The board will interview seven applicants and then deliberate on recommendations to fill vacancies on the Planning & Zoning Commission (1), Animal Commission (1), Community Health Commission (4) and Farmer's Market Committee (3). The agenda also includes approval of the September 21, 2026 minutes and a period for citizens wishing to be heard on a non-agenda item. No decisions are listed as final; the board's role is deliberations and recommendations.

• Interviews: Scot Karstens (5:30pm), Cheryl Coyne (5:40pm), Carol Paddock (5:50pm), Stuart Eng (6:00pm), Christina Niklas (6:10pm), Dean Parisi (6:20pm), Nicole Wyatt (6:30pm)
• Vacancies under consideration: Planning & Zoning Commission (1), Animal Commission (1), Community Health Commission (4), Farmer's Market Committee (3)
• Approval of minutes from the September 21, 2026 meeting
• Citizens wishing to be heard on a non-agenda item
• Meeting held at City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, 505 Butler Place, Park Ridge, IL 60068