Vernon Hills, Illinois

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Vernon Hills Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 5, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall, 290 Evergreen Drive. The hearing will consider a petition from Dance Religion Inc. to approve a special-use request for a dance school at 700 N. Deerpath Drive Unit B, which is zoned ORD (Office Research and Development). The petition also seeks a variation from the required parking standards in Section 19.6. The commission will hear public comments before deciding.

• Public hearing on August 5, 2026 at 7:30 p.m., Village Hall, 290 Evergreen Drive
• Petition by Dance Religion Inc. for special-use approval of a dance school at 700 N. Deerpath Drive Unit B (8,926 sq ft)
• Request for parking variance from Section 19.6
• Subject property is zoned ORD (Office Research and Development)
• Petition on file with Clerk (PIN 15-05-211-002, Case #2026-15); public may comment

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from CPSPOM LLC, dba Daycation for Seniors Activity Center, for a special‑use approval to operate an adult day service in the existing medical office building at 6 E. Phillip Road, Suite 111. The proposed use would occupy 3,164 sq ft and operate weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., providing health monitoring, meals, exercise, games, social activities, and educational programs. Commissioners may approve, modify, or deny the request after hearing public comments.

• Petition by CPSPOM LLC dba Daycation for Seniors Activity Center for special‑use approval
• Requested use under Section 15.3, ORD District, and Article 18 special‑use requirements
• Proposed occupancy of 3,164 sq ft in the existing medical office building at 6 E. Phillip Road, Suite 111
• Operation weekdays 8:00 a.m.‑5:30 p.m. with health monitoring, meals, exercise, games, social and educational programs
• Public hearing scheduled for August 5, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall, 290 Evergreen Drive

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Vernon Hills Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three petitions. Each petition seeks a Special Use approval and a parking variation under Section 19.6 for a proposed facility. The requests involve an indoor sports complex at 450 Bunker Court, a dance school at 700 Deerpath Drive Unit B, and an adult day service center at an undisclosed address. The commission will also approve minutes from June 24 and July 8, 2026.

• Case #2026-14: Bharathur LLC, dba Play N Thrive Club – Special Use for an indoor sports complex at 450 Bunker Court and parking variation.
• Case #2026-15: Dance Religion Inc. – Special Use for a dance school at 700 Deerpath Drive Unit B and parking variation.
• Case #2026-16: CPSPOM LLC, dba Daycation for Seniors Activity Center – Special Use for an adult day service center (address not specified) and parking variation.

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Vernon Hills Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from Bharathur LLC, doing business as Play N Thrive Club. The petition seeks special‑use approval for an indoor recreation facility at 450 Bunker Court in the Business Park district. It also requests a variation to the required parking standards. Attendees may present comments before the commission decides.

• Public hearing on petition for special‑use approval of indoor sports complex at 450 Bunker Court
• Request for parking variation from Section 19.6
• Petition filed by Bharathur LLC dba Play N Thrive Club
• Location: 450 Bunker Court, zoned Business Park (BP)
• Meeting date and time: August 5, 2026, 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall, 290 Evergreen Drive

B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

La Comisión de Planeamiento y Zonificación celebrará una audiencia pública el 8 de julio de 2026 para considerar una petición de A1 Senior Care LLC para un permiso de uso especial para operar un centro de cuidado diurno de adultos en 565 Lakeview Parkway Suite 130. La propiedad está zonificada como Distrito de Parque Empresarial BP, y el peticionario también solicita una enmienda al texto de zonificación para definir el servicio de día para adultos como un uso especial en ese distrito. El centro operaría de lunes a viernes, de 9:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m.

• Solicitud de permiso de uso especial por parte de A1 Senior Care LLC para un centro de cuidado diurno de adultos en 565 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 130 (Distrito de Parque Empresarial BP)

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una petición de FGM Architects para un permiso de uso especial y variaciones de zonificación para facilitar el Proyecto de Mejora del Campus de la Policía de Village of Vernon Hills en 754 Lakeview Drive. El proyecto incluye renovaciones interiores, la adición de un garaje de estacionamiento y un espacio orientado al público que conecta dos edificios. La comisión considerará la solicitud y escuchará los comentarios del público.

• Permiso de Uso Especial para el Proyecto de Mejora del Campus de la Policía en el Distrito PIB
• Variaciones de los retrocesos requeridos y los requisitos de estacionamiento
• El proyecto incluye renovaciones interiores, la adición de un garaje de estacionamiento y un espacio orientado al público a lo largo de Lakeview Parkway
• Propiedad en cuestión: 754 Lakeview Drive, Vernon Hills, IL (PIN 15-04-111-030)

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el 8 de julio de 2026 a las 7:30 p.m. en Village Hall, 290 Evergreen Drive. La audiencia considerará una petición (Caso #2026-13) para enmendar el Apéndice C del Código de Zonificación de Village of Vernon Hills. Las enmiendas propuestas agregarían definiciones para tipos de negocios como centros de datos, almacenamiento de baterías y servicios diurnos para adultos; modificarían los límites del índice de área de piso (FAR) en distritos residenciales; cambiarían los requisitos de estacionamiento para usos como lavados de autos; y ajustarían el umbral de tamaño para los procedimientos de conversión no minorista en el Core Retail Overlay District.

• Agregar definiciones para centros de datos, almacenamiento de baterías y servicios diurnos para adultos al código de zonificación
• Revisar los límites del índice de área de piso (FAR) en distritos residenciales
• Cambiar los requisitos de estacionamiento para usos específicos, por ejemplo, lavados de autos
• Ajustar el umbral de tamaño para los procedimientos de conversión no minorista en el Core Retail Overlay District
• Audiencia pública para considerar la petición de enmienda (Caso #2026-13)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo llevará a cabo una Audiencia de la Comisión de Licores y Licencias a las 6:45 PM, seguida por la Reunión Ordinaria a las 7:00 PM. Las acciones clave incluyen la aprobación de un contrato de $297,728.62 con Campanella and Sons, Inc. para mejoras en la intersección de Museum Blvd, un permiso de uso especial para Treehouse Play Café en 555 E. Townline Road, y la renovación del programa de Oficial de Recursos Escolares con Hawthorn School District 73. La junta también considerará una enmienda al término de la licencia de licores y una resolución para eximir las restricciones de proximidad para un establecimiento de masajes en 10 W. Phillip Road.

• Contrato con Campanella and Sons, Inc. para Mejoras en la Intersección de Museum Blvd por $297,728.62
• Permiso de Uso Especial para el parque infantil interior y restaurante Treehouse Play Café en 555 E. Townline Road Unit 8
• Memorando de Entendimiento con Hawthorn School District 73 para la continuación del programa de Oficial de Recursos Escolares
• Ordenanza que enmienda el Capítulo 3, Control de Licores Alcohólicos, respecto al término de las licencias
• Resolución que exime las restricciones de proximidad para un establecimiento de masajes en 10 W. Phillip Road – Suite 110

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

El Consejo del Pueblo considerará varios temas, incluida una licencia de uso especial para Treehouse Play Cafe, un desarrollo importante de parque industrial y contratos de infraestructura. La Comisión de Licencias y Bebidas Alcohólicas también escuchará una solicitud de licencia de licor de Clase A para Treehouse Play Cafe. El Consejo votará sobre ordenanzas y resoluciones en una votación omnibus.

• Licencia de uso especial y variaciones de señalización para el parque infantil y restaurante Treehouse Play Cafe en 555 E. Townline Rd. Unit 8
• Aprobación del plan del sitio y del plano para el Parque Industrial Vernon Hills (100-230 S. Milwaukee Ave) que incluye un edificio de 698.880 pies cuadrados
• Contrato con Campanella and Sons, Inc. para mejoras en la intersección de Museum Blvd por $297.728,62
• Memorando de Entendimiento con Hawthorn School District 73 para continuar el programa de Oficial de Recursos Escolares
• Renuncia a las restricciones de proximidad para un establecimiento de masajes en 10 W. Phillip Road – Suite 110

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo discutirá una recomendación de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación para el proyecto River's Edge Townhomes en 435 Benjamin Drive. No se espera una votación final ya que se trata de una reunión del Comité Plenario. La junta también considerará aprobar las actas de la reunión del 16 de junio de 2026.

• River's Edge Townhomes, 435 Benjamin Drive – discusión de la recomendación de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del Comité Plenario del 16 de junio de 2026

E. Liquor & Licensing Commission

La Comisión de Licores y Licencias discutirá la aprobación de las actas de la audiencia del 16 de junio de 2026 y considerará una solicitud de licencia de licor Clase A de Treehouse Ventures Vernon Hills LLC, que opera como The Treehouse Play Cafe en 555 E. Townline #8. La reunión también incluye el cierre de la sesión.

• Solicitud de licencia de licor Clase A por parte de Treehouse Ventures Vernon Hills LLC para The Treehouse Play Cafe en 555 E. Townline #8, Vernon Hills.

B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de Policía y Bomberos considerará una oferta condicional de empleo tras una revisión de antecedentes y aprobará las actas de reuniones anteriores. Se ha programado una sesión ejecutiva para discutir personal y aprobar actas.

• Consideración de una oferta condicional de empleo para un candidato
• Revisión de los antecedentes del candidato
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de la Comisión del 14 de mayo de 2026
• Aprobación de las actas de la Sesión Ejecutiva del 14 de mayo de 2026

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el 24 de junio de 2026 para considerar una petición de SFP Properties para enmendar el PUD (Ordenanza 2004-43) para un desarrollo de casas adosadas de alquiler de 17 unidades en el lote sin desarrollar en 435 Benjamin Drive, adyacente a River's Edge Condominiums. El PUD original aprobó dos edificios de condominios, pero solo se construyó uno. La comisión recibirá testimonios públicos y decidirá si recomienda la aprobación.

• Petición de SFP Properties para enmendar el PUD para un desarrollo de casas adosadas de alquiler de 17 unidades en 435 Benjamin Dr
• Propiedad zonificada como R7, PIN 15-10-100-048
• El PUD original (Ordenanza 2004-43) permitía dos edificios de condominios; el segundo edificio nunca se construyó
• Audiencia pública programada para el 24 de junio de 2026 a las 7:30 p.m. en Village Hall, 290 Evergreen Dr
• Las personas interesadas pueden asistir y ser escuchadas

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta de la Villa llevará a cabo una reunión del Comité Plenario para discutir diversos asuntos de desarrollo. Los puntos incluyen revisiones de las recomendaciones de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación para un Treehouse Play Café y el Vernon Hills Industrial Park, una discusión de concepto para un lavado de autos y una discusión sobre el cierre de dos distritos de Financiamiento por Incremento de Impuestos (TIF). La aprobación rutinaria de las actas de la reunión también está en la agenda.

• Treehouse Play Café, 555 Townline Road Unit 8 – revisión de la recomendación de P&Z
• Vernon Hills Industrial Park, 100-230 S. Milwaukee Avenue – revisión de la recomendación de P&Z
• Discusión de concepto: lavado de autos en 99 W. Townline Road
• Discusión sobre el cierre de los distritos TIF del Town Center Redevelopment Project (Route 21/45) y del Milwaukee Avenue/Townline Road Redevelopment Project Area (Mellody Farm)

The Committee of the Whole approved the site plan and plat for the Vernon Hills Industrial Park with 11 conditions and a sound wall extension. Members rejected a proposed car wash at 99 W. Townline Road and directed staff to prepare ordinances to close two TIF districts. Staff were also asked to prepare ordinances for the Treehouse Play Café, though alcohol service remains a point of concern.

• Approved June 2, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare ordinance for site plan approval and resolution for plat at Vernon Hills Industrial Park, 100-230 S. Milwaukee Avenue, including 11 conditions and sound wall extension (6-0)
• Rejected proposed car wash at 99 W. Townline Road (6-0)
• Directed staff to prepare ordinances to formally close the Town Center Redevelopment Project and Milwaukee Avenue/Townline Road Redevelopment Project Area TIF districts
• Directed staff to prepare ordinances for Treehouse Play Café at 555 Townline Road Unit 8

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo considerará artículos rutinarios en una votación omnibus, que incluye la aprobación de una lista de facturas con un total de $506.275,87, una ordenanza para pagar hasta $51.000 por el software Flock Safety y varias resoluciones que autorizan acuerdos de indemnización para el uso de estacionamientos durante el fuegos artificiales del 4 de julio y el desfile de Vernon Hills Days. La Comisión de Licencias y Bebidas Alcohólicas también escuchará solicitudes para una licencia de Clase "A" para Market by Hatty’s y una licencia de Clase "G" para el evento Vernon Hills Days, con la villa solicitando que se exima el cargo de $100.

• Aprobar lista de facturas fechadas el 16 de junio de 2026 por un monto de $506.275,87
• Aprobar la Ordenanza 2026‑063 para pagar a Flock Safety hasta $51.000 por la licencia de software anual
• Aprobar la Resolución 2026‑024 para una licencia de rifa retroactiva y exención de tarifas para la recaudación de fondos de Lake Forest College
• Aprobar la Resolución 2026‑025 que indemniza a Libertyville Bank & Trust por el uso del estacionamiento de 1101 Lakeview Parkway durante los fuegos artificiales del 4 de julio y Vernon Hills Days
• Aprobar la Resolución 2026‑026 que indemniza a Travesse, LLC por el uso de los estacionamientos en 536, 568 y 616 Atrium Drive para el desfile del 4 de julio

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo de Vernon Hills llevará a cabo una reunión regular después de una audiencia de la Comisión de Licencias y Licores. La junta tiene previsto aprobar una agenda de votación ómnibus que incluye un pago de $51,000 a Flock Safety por un acuerdo anual de software, una licencia de rifa retroactiva para Lake Forest College y acuerdos de indemnización para los eventos del 4 de julio. Los funcionarios también informarán sobre un Premio de Comunidad Lista para EV y un Premio de Financiamiento de Capital Estatal.

• Pago a Flock Safety por el acuerdo anual de software que no excederá los $51,000
• Licencia de rifa retroactiva y exención de cuotas para la recaudación de fondos del Departamento Atlético de Lake Forest College en White Deer Run Country Club
• Acuerdo de indemnización con Libertyville Bank & Trust para el uso del estacionamiento en 1101 Lakeview Parkway para los fuegos artificiales del 4 de julio y Vernon Hills Days
• Acuerdo de indemnización con Travese, LLC para el uso de los estacionamientos en 536, 568 y 616 Atrium Drive para el desfile del 4 de julio
• Aprobación de la lista de comprobantes de facturas que suman $506,275.87

The Village Board approved a series of routine items via omnibus vote, including the voucher list of bills and software agreements. The Board also authorized indemnification agreements for July 4th event parking. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved voucher list of bills dated June 16, 2026, in the amount of $506,275.87 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the June 2, 2026 regular meeting (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2026-063 for Flock Safety software agreement not to exceed $51,000 (5-0)
• Passed Resolution 2026-024 for retro-active raffle license and fee waiver for Lake Forest College Athletic Department (5-0)
• Passed Resolution 2026-025 for indemnification agreement with Liberty Ville Bank & Trust Company for July 4 fireworks and Vernon Hills Days parking (5-0)
• Passed Resolution 2026-026 for indemnification agreement with Travesse, LLC for July 4 parade parking (5-0)

E. Liquor & Licensing Commission

La Comisión de Licores y Licencias considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 5 de mayo de 2026 y dos solicitudes de licencias de alcohol: una licencia Clase A para Hatty's Club VH, LLC operando como The Market by Hatty's en 670 Lakeview Parkway, y una licencia Clase G para el Village of Vernon Hills en 290 Evergreen Drive. Posteriormente, la reunión se dará por terminada.

• Aprobación de las actas de la audiencia de la Comisión de Licores y Licencias del 5 de mayo de 2026
• Solicitud de Hatty's Club VH, LLC para una licencia de alcohol Clase A en 670 Lakeview Pkwy
• Solicitud del Village of Vernon Hills para una licencia de alcohol Clase G en 290 Evergreen Dr

The Liquor and License Commission approved a class “A” liquor license for Hatty’s Club VH, LLC at the Glacier Ice Rink. The commission also granted a class “G” liquor license and waived all fees for the Village of Vernon Hills for the Vernon Hills Days event.

• Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved class “A” liquor license for Hatty’s Club VH, LLC, DBA The Market by Hatty’s at 670 Lakeview Pky. (3-0)
• Approved class “G” liquor license and waived all fees for Village of Vernon Hills at 290 Evergreen Drive for Vernon Hills Days (3-0)

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar una petición de The Treehouse Play Cafe para un Permiso de Uso Especial y variaciones de letreros para operar un café y área de juegos interior orientados a la familia en 555 E Townline Rd. #8. La propuesta incluye estructuras de juego para dos grupos de edad, un café y salas de fiestas.

• Permiso de Uso Especial para instalación de recreación infantil según la Sección 18.3 del Código de Zonificación
• Variaciones del Capítulo 19 (Letreros) según la Sección 21.5 del Código de Zonificación
• Propiedad en 555 E Townline Rd. #8, zonificada como BP Business Park en Continental Executive Parke RUPD
• Propuesta de dos estructuras de juego (edades 2-10 y 3 años o menos), café y múltiples salas de fiestas

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

La Comisión llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y considerará un permiso de uso especial para The Treehouse Play Cafe, un café de juegos interior orientado a la familia en 555 E. Townline Rd., junto con variaciones de letreros. También revisarán una petición para un parque industrial ligero de varios edificios en 100-230 S. Milwaukee Avenue, incluyendo la aprobación del plan del sitio y el plano de subdivisión. Adicionalmente, aprobarán las actas del 22 de abril de 2026.

• Audiencia pública para Treehouse Play Cafe: permiso de uso especial para instalación de recreación infantil y variaciones de letreros (Caso #2026-09)
• Caso PZ 26-03: JCA Hayes LLC propone un parque industrial ligero de varios edificios en 100-230 S. Milwaukee Avenue; solicita la aprobación del plan del sitio/paisajismo/arquitectónico y el plano de subdivisión preliminar y final
• Aprobación de las actas de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación del 22 de abril de 2026

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta Directiva del Pueblo considerará artículos de votación omnibus, que incluyen la aprobación de facturas por un total de $1,617,303.61, la liberación de una garantía de desempeño para el desarrollo Everleigh Vernon Hills y el rechazo de las ofertas para el concreto y el paisajismo de la entrada del Village Hall. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen una resolución para aprobar un evento especial al aire libre (Flip Circus en Hawthorn Mall) y un acuerdo maestro de licencia de uso de derecho de paso con Ezee Fiber Texas. Los funcionarios también darán una vista previa de los eventos de verano de 2026.

• Aprobación omnibus de la lista de vouchers por un total de $1,617,303.61
• Liberación de la garantía de desempeño para el desarrollo Everleigh Vernon Hills (Ordenanza 2026-062)
• Rechazo de todas las ofertas para el concreto y el paisajismo de la entrada del Village Hall (Resolución 2026-021)
• Aprobación del evento especial al aire libre Flip Circus en Hawthorn Mall (Resolución 2026-023)
• Acuerdo maestro de licencia de uso de derecho de paso con Ezee Fiber Texas (Resolución 2026-022)

The Village Board approved a voucher list of bills, the minutes from the May 19 meeting, and two resolutions authorizing a performance guarantee release for the Everleigh development and a fiber optic agreement with Ezee Fiber Texas. The board also approved a permit for the Flip Circus event at Hawthorn Mall.

• Approved voucher list of bills ($1,617,303.61)
• Approved minutes from May 19, 2026 meeting
• Approved release of performance guarantee for Everleigh Vernon Hills development
• Rejected bids for Village Hall entry concrete & landscaping
• Approved outdoor special event permit for Flip Circus at Hawthorn Mall
• Authorized Master Right-of-Way Use License Agreement with Ezee Fiber Texas
• Adjourned meeting to Committee of the Whole (5-0)
• Absent: Trustees Schenk and Takaoka

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

El Comité Plenario de la Junta del Pueblo de Vernon Hills discutirá una revisión de concepto para un PNC Bank propuesto con un cajero automático drive-up en 701 N. Milwaukee Ave Unit 354. La solicitud incluye un permiso de uso especial para el cajero automático, junto con la aprobación del plan del sitio y la apariencia, con un edificio más pequeño en la misma huella y una conversión de la entrada. La junta también considerará aprobar las actas de la reunión del 5 de mayo de 2026.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del Comité Plenario del 5 de mayo de 2026
• Discusión de concepto para PNC Bank con cajero automático drive-up en 701 N. Milwaukee Ave Unit 354, que requiere un permiso de uso especial, aprobación del plan del sitio y de la apariencia; el edificio será más pequeño en la misma huella; cajero automático en la pared sur; entrada occidental convertida solo a salida para tráfico en un solo sentido

The Committee of the Whole approved the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote. Trustees directed the PNC Bank concept at 701 N. Milwaukee Ave Unit 354 to advance to the Planning & Zoning Committee and subsequent approval steps. Village Attorney Ferolo clarified that the discussion did not constitute formal approval. The meeting adjourned at 8:05 pm.

• Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Directed PNC Bank concept at 701 N. Milwaukee Ave Unit 354 to proceed to Planning & Zoning Committee
• Clarified concept discussion does not constitute formal project approval
• Adjourned meeting at 8:05 pm

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo revisará varios puntos, incluyendo una solicitud para un circo al aire libre en Hawthorn Mall y un nuevo acuerdo de fibra óptica. Además, la junta tiene programado rechazar todas las ofertas para el proyecto de concreto y paisajismo de la entrada del Village Hall debido a los altos costos.

• Aprobación de $1,617,303.61 en vales/facturas
• Liberación de la garantía de desempeño para el desarrollo de Everleigh Vernon Hills
• Rechazo de todas las ofertas para el proyecto de concreto y paisajismo de la entrada del Village Hall
• Aprobación del evento especial al aire libre de Flip Circus en Hawthorn Mall
• Acuerdo Maestro de Licencia de Uso de Derecho de Vía con Ezee Fiber Texas

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo considerará una rezonificación, un permiso de uso especial y un plano de subdivisión para un edificio de apartamentos de 291 unidades y 18 casas adosadas en 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue. Otros puntos de acción incluyen la compra de vehículos policiales, la modernización de una pala ala, servicios de soporte de TI y el nombramiento de la junta de pensiones de la policía. Todos los puntos están en la agenda de votación ómnibus y serán aprobados mediante una sola moción a menos que se retiren para una votación separada.

• Rezonificación de 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue de R-1 a R-7 para un desarrollo de un apartamento de 291 unidades y 18 casas adosadas
• Compra de un Toyota Camry XLE AWD 2026 para el jefe de policía, que no exceda los $40,000
• Compra de un vehículo policial eléctrico de baja velocidad de Valor Carts LLC, que no exceda los $27,500
• Modernización de paquetes de pala ala en dos camiones de volteo Mack Granite 2025, que no exceda los $100,000
• Bloque de soporte de TI prepagado de Advanced Business Networks para el año fiscal 2027, que no exceda los $50,000

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo considerará una agenda de consentimiento ómnibus que contiene múltiples artículos rutinarios y una propuesta de rezonificación significativa. El punto clave es un paquete de ordenanzas y una resolución para rezonificar 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue de unifamiliar a multifamiliar, otorgar un permiso de uso especial para un desarrollo de unidades planificadas y aprobar un plano de subdivisión. Otros artículos de consentimiento incluyen compras de vehículos, el pago de una membresía de laboratorio de criminalística y un contrato de servicios de soporte de TI.

• Rezonificación de 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue de R-1 Single-Family a R-7 Multiple Family District (Ordenanza 2026-059)
• Permiso de uso especial para un desarrollo de unidades planificadas en 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue (Ordenanza 2026-060)
• Plano preliminar y final de Conor Vernon Hills Subdivision en 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue (Resolución 2026-019)
• Compra de un 2026 Toyota Camry XLE AWD por $40,000 (Ordenanza 2026-056)
• Pago de $2,383,943.76 en facturas (Lista de Comprobantes)

The Vernon Hills Village Board approved a voucher list for $2.38 million, authorized the purchase of a Toyota Camry and a low-speed electric police vehicle, and granted a Special Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development at 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue. The meeting concluded with no further business.

• Approved voucher list of bills ($2,383,943.76)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Toyota Camry XLE AWD ($40,000)
• Approved purchase of low-speed electric police vehicle ($27,500)
• Approved adding wing plow packages to two dump trucks ($100,000)
• Approved rezoning 55-75 S. Milwaukee Ave. to R-7 district
• Approved preliminary and final plat of Conor Vernon Hills Subdivision
• Approved IT support services contract ($50,000)
• Approved appointment to Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees

I. Police Pension Board

La Junta de Fideicomisarios del Fondo de Pensiones de la Policía de Vernon Hills llevará a cabo una reunión regular para revisar informes financieros, aprobar facturas y discutir una política de gestión de efectivo. La junta también certificará los resultados de la elección de la junta para miembros activos y abordará la expiración del término del miembro designado Mark Peterson.

• Presentación y aprobación de facturas
• Discusión/posible acción sobre la política de gestión de efectivo
• Certificar los resultados de la elección de la junta para la posición de miembro activo
• Expiración del término del miembro designado – Mark Peterson
• Examen médico independiente anual – James Koch

B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners

La Junta de Comisionados de Policía y Bomberos considerará ofertas condicionales de empleo para oficiales de policía de nivel inicial y revisará una solicitud de oficial lateral. La reunión incluye la recepción de dos cartas del Village Manager autorizando la contratación de un oficial de policía cada una. Se ha programado una sesión ejecutiva para discutir personal y aprobar actas.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 30-31 de marzo de 2026 y de las actas de la sesión ejecutiva
• Cartas del Village Manager autorizando la contratación de un oficial de policía cada una (20 de abril y 11 de mayo de 2026)
• Revisión de una solicitud de oficial lateral
• Entrevistas orales para el puesto de oficial de policía de nivel inicial
• Consideración de dos ofertas condicionales de empleo

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo discutirá dos propuestas de desarrollo: el proyecto multifamiliar Conor en 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue, que incluye una recomendación de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación, y una discusión de concepto para un lavadero de autos en 1750 N. Milwaukee Avenue. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores. No se esperan decisiones finales ya que se trata de temas de discusión.

• Discusión del Desarrollo Multifamiliar Conor en 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue, incluyendo la recomendación de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación
• Discusión de concepto del lavadero de autos propuesto en 1750 N. Milwaukee Avenue
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del Comité del Todo del 21 de abril de 2026

The Committee of the Whole approved the minutes from the April 21 meeting and discussed two development proposals, including a multi-family project and a car wash concept, but took no formal action.

• Approved April 21 Committee of the Whole minutes (5-0)
• Discussed multi-family development at 55-75 S. Milwaukee Avenue
• Discussed proposed car wash at 1750 N. Milwaukee Avenue
• No formal action taken on development proposals

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo votará sobre una agenda ómnibus que incluye ordenanzas para la compra de vehículos policiales ($170,078), sal gema a granel ($132,000) y un evento al aire libre de los Bears en Hawthorn Mall. La Comisión de Licores y Licencias escuchará primero las solicitudes de nuevas licencias de alcohol de Buffalo Wild Wings (Clase A) y Honest Indian Vegetarian Restaurant (Clase E). También se someterán a una votación separada las variaciones de zonificación para un retiro posterior en 7 Mayflower Road y cambios de letreros para Farmer's Best Market.

• Compra de tres vehículos policiales (2026 Ford Explorer, Expedition, Chevrolet Tahoe) por $170,078
• Contrato con Compass Minerals para sal gema a granel que no exceda los $132,000
• Resolución que autoriza el evento especial al aire libre de los Chicago Bears en Hawthorn Mall
• Variación para reducir el retiro posterior para una adición en el primer piso en 7 Mayflower Road
• Solicitudes de licencias de alcohol: Buffalo Wild Wings (Clase A) y Honest Indian Vegetarian Restaurant (Clase E)

E. Liquor & Licensing Commission

La Comisión de Licores y Licencias llevará a cabo una audiencia para discutir dos solicitudes de nuevas licencias de alcohol: Buffalo Wild Wings en 361 W Townline Rd. solicita una licencia Clase A, y Honest Indian Vegetarian Restaurant en 145 Townline Rd. solicita una licencia Clase E. La comisión también considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 7 de abril de 2026.

• Vernon Hills Wing Company, LLC (Buffalo Wild Wings) solicitando una licencia de alcohol Clase A en 361 W Townline Rd.
• Shrenathji Vernon Hills, LLC (Honest Indian Vegetarian Restaurant) solicitando una licencia de alcohol Clase E en 145 Townline Rd.
• Aprobación de las actas de la audiencia de la Comisión de Licores y Licencias del 7 de abril de 2026

The Liquor and License Commission approved liquor license requests for Buffalo Wild Wings and Honest Indian Vegetarian Restaurant. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 7, 2026 meeting.

• Approved April 7, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Class 'A' liquor license for Vernon Hills Wing Company, LLC dba Buffalo Wild Wings at 361 W Townline Rd. (3-0)
• Approved Class 'E' liquor license for Shrenathji Vernon Hills, LLC dba Honest Indian Vegetarian Restaurant at 145 Townline Rd. (3-0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo considerará la aprobación de varios gastos rutinarios y una resolución que permite un evento especial al aire libre de los Chicago Bears en Hawthorn Mall durante su reunión del 5 de mayo. La votación ómnibus incluye la compra de vehículos policiales, sal gema y tarifas de tiempo aire, junto con enmiendas a los códigos de cantidad y administración de licencias de alcohol. Los nuevos asuntos incluyen variaciones de zonificación para una adición residencial y una solicitud de letrero para Farmer's Best Market.

• Aprobar la compra de tres vehículos policiales (Ford Explorer, Expedition, Tahoe) por $170,078
• Autorizar la compra de sal gema al por mayor de Compass Minerals que no exceda los $132,000
• Resolución que concede el evento especial al aire libre de los Chicago Bears en Hawthorn Mall
• Variación para reducir el retiro posterior para la adición del primer piso en 7 Mayflower Road
• Variación para los letreros de Farmer's Best Market en 413 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Units 200-300

The Village Board unanimously approved the omnibus agenda items A through M, which included multiple ordinances and resolutions covering budget payments, police vehicles, code amendments, and other contracts. The board also approved Ordinance 2026-053 to reduce the rear setback for a first‑floor addition at 7 Mayflower Road, and Ordinance 2026-054 to allow sign code variations for Farmer’s Best Market at 413 N. Milwaukee Avenue. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved omnibus items A‑M (13 ordinances and 3 resolutions) (6‑0)
• Approved voucher list of bills dated May 5, 2026 for $650,797.06 (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-053 rear‑setback reduction at 7 Mayflower Rd (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-054 sign‑code variations for Farmer’s Best Market, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-045 payment to Motorla for airtime fees up to $35,276.00 (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-047 purchase of three police vehicles up to $170,078 (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-016 contract for electricity for street lighting (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-017 indemnification agreement with Rust‑Oleum for 102 E. Hawthorn Parkway (6‑0)

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar una solicitud de variación de Paul y Sandy Lindauer, propietarios de 7 Mayflower Road. La petición busca reducir el retranqueo posterior requerido de 30 pies en 11 pies para permitir una ampliación de una habitación en el primer piso que mide 20 ft por 14 ft. La propiedad está zonificada como R-5 Single-Family Residential. La comisión escuchará el testimonio público y decidirá sobre la variación.

• Audiencia pública sobre la variación del Apéndice C, Sección 10.6 para reducir el retranqueo posterior en 7 Mayflower Road
• Ampliación propuesta en el primer piso: 20 ft de ancho por 14 ft de profundidad, extendiéndose 11 ft dentro del patio trasero requerido de 30 ft
• Propiedad zonificada como R-5 (Single-Family Residential); PIN 15-04-101-017
• Caso #2026-06; peticionarios Paul y Sandy Lindauer

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación de Vernon Hills llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre tres peticiones. Una busca una reducción del retroceso posterior para 7 Mayflower Road, otra solicita varianzas del código de señalización para 413 N. Milwaukee Avenue, y una tercera solicita la rezonificación a R‑7, la aprobación de un Desarrollo de Unidad Planificada (PUD) y la aprobación del plano de subdivisión para 13‑73 S. Milwaukee Avenue. La comisión también aprobará las actas de sus reuniones de enero y febrero.

• Audiencia pública sobre una petición de varianza de retroceso posterior para 7 Mayflower Road (Caso #2026-06)
• Audiencia pública sobre la petición de varianza del código de señalización para Farmer’s Best Market en 413 N. Milwaukee Avenue Unit 200‑300 (Caso #2026-07)
• Audiencia pública sobre la petición de rezonificación, PUD y plano de subdivisión para 13‑73 S. Milwaukee Avenue (Caso #2026-08)
• Aprobación de las actas de la Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación del 21 de enero de 2026 y el 21 de febrero de 2026

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una petición de Conor Commercial Real Estate para rezonificar una parcela vacante de 8 acres de R-1 unifamiliar a R-7 multifamiliar y aprobar un Desarrollo de Unidad Planificada con alivio de código. La propuesta incluye 291 unidades de apartamentos y 18 casas adosadas, solicitando excepciones a los requisitos de densidad, altura, estacionamiento y tamaño de unidad. La reunión está programada para el 22 de abril de 2026, a las 7:30 p.m.

• Rezonificación de 13-73 S. Milwaukee Avenue de R-1 a residencial multifamiliar R-7
• Aprobación de uso especial para un Desarrollo de Unidad Planificada con alivio de código para densidad, altura, estacionamiento y tamaño de unidad
• Aprobación del plano preliminar y final de subdivisión
• 291 unidades de apartamentos y 18 casas adosadas (309 unidades en total) en aproximadamente 8 acres urbanizables
• PINs 15-10-101-001 al 004

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación y Zonificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el 22 de abril de 2026 para considerar una petición de Farmer's Best Market sobre variaciones del Código de Letreros de la Villa en 413 N. Milwaukee Avenue Unit 200-300. La solicitud busca la aprobación de tamaños de logotipos que exceden el ancho permitido, un eslogan que cuenta como un segundo letrero de pared y un área total de letreros de 417.68 sq ft, que son 161.68 sq ft más del máximo permitido de 256 sq ft. La propiedad se encuentra en el Distrito de Negocios Generales B-1.

• Audiencia pública sobre variaciones del código de letreros para 413 N. Milwaukee Avenue Unit 200-300
• Solicitud para permitir logotipos más grandes que el ancho de dos letras
• El eslogan sería considerado como un segundo letrero de pared (solo se permite un letrero)
• El área total de letreros propuesta de 417.68 sq ft excede el máximo de 256 sq ft
• La propiedad está zonificada como B-1, Distrito de Negocios Generales

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo llevará a cabo una revisión de concepto para Cedarhurst of Vernon Hills, una comunidad de vida asistida propuesta en 55 S. Milwaukee Avenue. También discutirán las recomendaciones para las Subvenciones de Servicios Sociales de 2026. La reunión comienza con la aprobación de las actas del 7 de abril de 2026.

• Revisión de concepto: comunidad de vida asistida Cedarhurst of Vernon Hills en 55 S. Milwaukee Avenue
• Discusión de las recomendaciones de la Subvención de Servicios Sociales de 2026
• Aprobación de las actas del Comité Plenario del 7 de abril de 2026

The Committee of the Whole approved the minutes from the April 7 meeting and voted to prepare an ordinance authorizing $70,000 in Social Service Grants for final Village Board consideration. The group also discussed a proposed assisted living community at 55 S. Milwaukee Avenue and agreed to move the project forward.

• Approved April 7 Committee of the Whole minutes (5-0)
• Voted to prepare ordinance for $70,000 in 2026 Social Service Grants (5-0)
• Agreed to move forward with Cedarhurst assisted living project concept
• Agreed to update Social Service Grant Program procedures for future cycles

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo considerará una agenda de votación ómnibus de artículos rutinarios que incluye la aprobación de facturas, ordenanzas para luces LED ($250,000), una enmienda de la agencia de residuos sólidos, la disolución del fondo del centro de despacho y varios otros contratos. Un artículo separado de nuevos negocios autoriza un contrato de $254,877 para mejoras del revestimiento del ayuntamiento. La reunión también incluye proclamaciones para un campeón estatal de natación y el Día del Árbol, además de informes de funcionarios.

• Compra de luminarias LED para alumbrado público de Steiner Electric hasta $250,000
• Contrato de mejoras del revestimiento del ayuntamiento con Algat Enterprises Group por $254,877
• Enmienda al acuerdo intergubernamental para la Solid Waste Agency of Lake County
• Disolución del Dispatch Center Fund
• Declaración de superávit en el fondo del Vernon Hills Town Center TIF District

The Village Board approved a contract for siding improvements at Village Hall and passed several omnibus items, including street light fixtures and road maintenance. The board also adopted a revised fund balance policy and declared a surplus in the Town Center TIF district fund.

• Approved $254,877 contract with Algat Enterprises Group Co Inc. for Village Hall siding (5-0)
• Approved $385,073.09 voucher list of bills (5-0)
• Approved purchase of LED street light fixtures from Steiner Electric up to $250,000 (5-0)
• Approved crack sealing services contract with Patriot Pavement Maintenance up to $30,000 (5-0)
• Approved rental agreement with Blue Peak Tents, Inc. up to $28,000 for Vernon Hills Days (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Selden Fox for independent audit services 2026-2030 (5-0)
• Adopted revised fund balance policy via Resolution 2026-014 (5-0)
• Declared surplus in Vernon Hills Town Center TIF district fund via Resolution 2026-015 (5-0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo considerará una votación ómnibus de artículos rutinarios que incluyen facturas por $385,073, luminarias LED para el alumbrado público por $250,000, la disolución del fondo del centro de despacho y una declaración de excedente de $1.88M del TIF de Town Center. Un artículo separado de nuevos negocios es un contrato de $254,877 para mejoras del revestimiento del Village Hall. La junta también escuchará proclamaciones e informes.

• Ordenanza 2026-038: Compra de luminarias LED para el alumbrado público a Steiner Electric por hasta $250,000 para Deerpath Subdivision
• Ordenanza 2026-039: Disolución del fondo del centro de despacho efectiva el 30 de abril de 2026
• Resolución 2026-015: Declaración de un excedente de $1,883,473 en el fondo TIF de Town Center y autorización de distribución a los distritos fiscales
• Ordenanza 2026-044 (Nuevos Negocios): Contrato con Algat Enterprises para mejoras del revestimiento del Village Hall por $254,877
• Ordenanza 2026-042: Acuerdo de cinco años con Selden Fox para servicios de auditoría independiente hasta el año fiscal 2030

B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners

J. Summer Celebration/Vernon Hills Days

El Comité de Vernon Hills Days se reunirá para la planificación previa del festival de 2026. La agenda incluye comentarios públicos y asuntos nuevos, pero no se enumeran propuestas ni decisiones específicas.

• Discusión de la planificación previa del Festival de 2026

E. Liquor & Licensing Commission

La Comisión de Licores y Licencias escuchará solicitudes para tres nuevas licencias de alcohol: una Clase G para Vernon Hills Park District, una Clase J para Farmer's Best y una Clase A para Mendocino Farms. La comisión también aprobará las actas de diciembre de 2025.

• Vernon Hills Park District, 635 Aspen Dr., solicita licencia de alcohol Clase G
• Farmer's Best Vernon Hills Inc., 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., #200 & 300, solicita licencia de alcohol Clase J
• Mendocino Farms LLC, 913 N. Milwaukee Ave., solicita licencia de alcohol Clase A
• Aprobación de las actas de la audiencia del 9 de diciembre de 2025

The Liquor and License Commission unanimously approved three new liquor licenses: a Class G license for the Vernon Hills Park District to serve beer at summer events, a Class J license for Farmer's Best grocery store, and a Class A license for Mendocino Farms restaurant. All votes were 3-0. The commission also approved its December 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved December 9, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Class G liquor license for Vernon Hills Park District summer events (3-0)
• Approved Class J liquor license for Farmer's Best at 413 N Milwaukee Ave (3-0)
• Approved Class A liquor license for Mendocino Farms at 913 N Milwaukee Ave (3-0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo de Vernon Hills llevará a cabo una discusión de concepto para un desarrollo propuesto de casas adosadas de M/I Homes en 29-59 E. US Highway 45. No se esperan decisiones finales; se trata de una revisión en etapa inicial. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores y una sesión cerrada programada para asuntos de adquisición de tierras y personal.

• Discusión de concepto: desarrollo de casas adosadas de M/I Homes en 29-59 E. US Highway 45

The Committee reviewed a conceptual plan for townhomes at 29-59 E. US Highway 45. Members discussed density, railroad proximity, and traffic flow. The meeting included public comments regarding water retention, vibrations, and school impacts.

• Approved March 16, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La junta votará sobre el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027, el plan de compensación de empleados y varios contratos, incluido un proyecto de rehabilitación de carreteras de $1.23 millones. También se discutirá: una actualización sobre la prohibición de productos de THC derivados del cáñamo y una sesión cerrada para la adquisición de tierras y personal. La reunión comienza con una audiencia de la comisión de licores a las 6:45 PM.

• Adopción del presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 (Ordenanza 2026-029) para el periodo del 1 de mayo de 2026 al 30 de abril de 2027
• Adjudicación de la Licitación Conjunta de Rehabilitación de Carreteras 2026 a Peter Baker & Son Company por $1,229,928.50
• Ordenanza que ajusta los salarios del personal directivo (Ordenanza 2026-028)
• Enmienda a las cantidades de licencias de alcohol por clase (Ordenanza 2026-036)
• Resolución que aprueba la participación en los acuerdos nacionales de fabricantes secundarios de opioides (Resolución 2026-012)

The Village Board approved a package of routine ordinances including the 2026 budget, road rehabilitation contracts, and a 60-day deadline for hemp product compliance. They also authorized a contract for Museum Blvd and Ring Dr. intersection improvements.

• Approved $1.23M road rehabilitation contract (7-0)
• Adopted 2026-2027 Village budget (7-0)
• Authorized $49.9K for Museum Blvd/Ring Dr. intersection engineering (7-0)
• Set 60-day deadline for hemp product compliance (7-0)
• Approved $69.6K street sweeping contract extension (7-0)
• Authorized $133.8K for Brightview landscaping services (7-0)
• Approved raffle license for Little Bear Ribfest (7-0)
• Approved raffle license for Little Bear Ribfest (7-0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

La Junta del Pueblo considerará una votación ómnibus sobre múltiples ordenanzas, incluyendo la adopción del presupuesto del FY27, la adjudicación de un contrato de rehabilitación de carreteras por $1.23 millones y la extensión de los servicios de barrido de calles. Una proclama honrará el 25 aniversario del Hawthorn Dual Language Program, y el personal proporcionará una actualización sobre las enmiendas propuestas para prohibir los productos de THC derivados del cáñamo. El Comité Plenario se reunirá posteriormente en sesión cerrada para asuntos de adquisición de tierras y personal.

• Ordenanza que adopta el presupuesto anual del FY27 (Ordinance 2026-029)
• Contrato de rehabilitación de carreteras a Peter Baker & Son por $1,229,928.50 (Ordinance 2026-026)
• Contrato de mejoras de intersección en Museum Blvd y Ring Dr a Kimley-Horn por $49,900 (Ordinance 2026-033)
• Extensión de contrato con TKG Environmental para barrido de calles por $69,622.85 (Ordinance 2026-030)
• Actualización sobre las enmiendas al Código del Pueblo que prohíben la venta de productos de THC derivados del cáñamo

B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners

The Board of Police & Fire Commissioners will approve the March 12, 2026 Commission meeting minutes and the March 12, 2026 Executive Session minutes. It will address communications and new business items. Unfinished business includes conducting oral interviews for sergeant promotion and posting the initial sergeant promotional eligibility list. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and approve minutes.

• Approval of March 12, 2026 Commission meeting minutes
• Approval of March 12, 2026 Executive Session minutes
• Sergeant promotional oral interviews
• Posting of initial sergeant promotional eligibility list
• Executive session to discuss personnel matters and approve minutes

The commission approved the March 12, 2026 meeting minutes and the March 12 executive‑session minutes. After a recess to executive session, the board adopted an initial sergeant promotional eligibility list of officers scoring 70 or higher. The list will be posted March 31, and a final list will be posted April 11 if no military‑preference claims are made.

• Approved March 12, 2026 meeting minutes (3‑0)
• Approved March 12, 2026 executive‑session minutes (3‑0)
• Recessed to executive session (3‑0)
• Established Initial Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List (3‑0)
• Authorized posting of final list April 11, 2026 if no military preference claims (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will approve the March 12, 2026 meeting minutes and the March 12, 2026 executive session minutes. They will discuss communications, new business, and unfinished business. Unfinished business includes conducting sergeant promotional oral interviews and posting the initial sergeant promotional eligibility list. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters.

• Approval of March 12, 2026 Commission meeting minutes
• Approval of March 12, 2026 Executive Session minutes
• Sergeant promotional oral interviews
• Posting of initial sergeant promotional eligibility list
• Executive session to discuss personnel

The commission approved the March 12, 2026 regular and executive‑session minutes (3‑0). It recessed to an executive session (3‑0) and then established an Initial Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List with officers scoring 70 or above, to be posted on March 31, 2026 (3‑0). The board authorized the secretary to post a final list on April 11, 2026 if no military‑preference claims are made (3‑0). The meeting was adjourned (3‑0).

• Approved March 12, 2026 regular minutes (3‑0)
• Approved March 12, 2026 executive‑session minutes (3‑0)
• Recessed to executive session (3‑0)
• Established Initial Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List (3‑0)
• Authorized posting of final list April 11, 2026 if no military preference claims (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

J. Summer Celebration/Vernon Hills Days

The Vernon Hills Days Committee will meet to discuss pre‑planning for the 2026 Vernon Hills Days festival. The agenda includes public comment, new business, and standard procedural items such as call to order and adjournment.

• 2026 Festival Pre‑Planning discussion
• Public Comment
• New Business
• Call to Order
• Adjournment

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Village Board will consider routine items on its March 16 meeting, including approving a voucher list totaling $3,065,309.93. It will also hear public comments on the FY 2027 budget before a vote at the April 7 board meeting. Several ordinances will be voted on to renew contracts for pavement services and to purchase a new backhoe loader. A resolution will adopt the official 2026 zoning map.

• Approve voucher list of bills dated March 16, 2026 for $3,065,309.93
• Ordinance 2026‑023: renew contract with Corrective Asphalt Materials, LLC up to $70,000 for pavement rejuvenation
• Ordinance 2026‑024: renew contract with Superior Road Striping (High Star Traffic) up to $35,000 for thermoplastic striping
• Ordinance 2026‑025: purchase one 2026 John Deere 320 P backhoe loader from West Side Tractor Sales up to $170,000
• Resolution 2026‑010: adopt the official 2026 Vernon Hills zoning map

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Committee of the Whole will approve the meeting minutes from March 3, 2026. It will then hold a concept discussion on the Police Campus Improvement Project. A closed session is scheduled to discuss land acquisition and personnel matters under 5 ILCS 120/2.

• Approval of Committee of the Whole meeting minutes of March 3, 2026
• Concept discussion: Police Campus Improvement Project
• Closed session to discuss 5 ILCS 120/2 Land Acquisition (Sec. 2(c)(5)) and Personnel (Sec. 2(c)(1))

The Committee approved the March 3, 2026 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. A concept discussion was held on the Police Campus Improvement Project, and the Committee expressed support for the current concept. The Committee then voted 5‑0 to adjourn and move into closed session to discuss land acquisition and personnel matters under the Open Meetings Act.

• Approved March 3, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Supported Police Campus Improvement Project concept (no vote)
• Adjourned to closed session on land acquisition and personnel (5-0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Vernon Hills Village Board will consider routine items on an omnibus vote, including a voucher list of bills totaling $3,065,309.93 and several contract renewals and purchases. It will also vote on Resolution 2026-010 to adopt the official 2026 Village of Vernon Hills Zoning Map. Additional actions include renewing the village attorney engagement and approving a revised fee schedule for fiscal year 2027. The meeting includes a public hearing and the appointment of Krishna Killedar to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Appointment of Krishna Killedar to the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Approval of voucher list of bills amounting to $3,065,309.93
• Ordinance 2026-023: contract renewal with Corrective Asphalt Materials, LLC up to $70,000 for pavement rejuvenation
• Ordinance 2026-025: purchase of one John Deere 320P backhoe loader up to $170,000 from West Side Tractor Sales
• Resolution 2026-010: adoption of the official 2026 Vernon Hills Zoning Map

The board appointed Krishna Killedar to the Planning & Zoning Commission with a 5‑0 vote. The board approved omnibus agenda items A‑G—including a $3,065,309.93 voucher list, contracts for asphalt work, striping, a John Deere backhoe loader, adoption of the 2026 zoning map, and renewal of the village attorney agreement—by a 5‑0 vote. The board agreed to contact State Rep. Didech to express support for House Bill 4334. The meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

• Appointed Krishna Killedar to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Approved voucher list of bills totaling $3,065,309.93 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-023 for asphalt contract up to $70,000 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-024 for striping contract up to $35,000 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-025 purchase of John Deere 320P backhoe loader up to $170,000 (5-0)
• Adopted official 2026 Village of Vernon Hills zoning map (5-0)
• Approved renewed engagement of Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd. as village attorney and revised fee schedule (5-0)
• Agreed to contact State Rep. Didech to support House Bill 4334 (no vote recorded)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Village Board is conducting a public hearing to gather comments on the proposed FY 2027 budget. The budget ordinance is scheduled for approval at the April 7, 2026 meeting.

• Public hearing for the FY 2027 Budget Ordinance

The Village Board held a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2027 proposed budget on March 16, 2026. No public comments were received. Trustees Oppenheim and Marquardt moved, and the board voted by voice to close the hearing, with all members in favor. The FY 2027 Budget Ordinance is scheduled for consideration at the April 7, 2026 board meeting.

• Motion to close public hearing carried (all in favor, voice vote)

B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners

The Vernon Hills Board of Police & Fire Commissioners will approve minutes from February 10 and 16, 2026. They will review a Village Manager Timony letter authorizing the hire of one police officer. The commission will also consider conditional offers of employment and a sergeant promotional test.

• Approval of February 10, 2026 Commission meeting minutes
• Approval of February 16, 2026 Commission meeting minutes
• Authorization to hire one police officer (letter dated February 19, 2026)
• Consideration of conditional offers of employment
• Sergeant promotional test

The commission approved the February 10 and February 16, 2026 meeting minutes. It voted 3‑0 to extend conditional employment offers to Kyle Hensley, Julia Danowski, and Christian Kazy‑Garey, pending psychological and medical exams. The board also voted 3‑0 to remove Nicole Martinez and Sidori Merza from further consideration. Sergeant oral interviews were scheduled for March 30‑31.

• Approved February 10, 2026 meeting minutes (2 approvals, 1 abstain) – motion carried
• Approved February 16, 2026 meeting minutes (2 approvals, 1 abstain) – motion carried
• Approved February 10, 2026 Executive Session minutes (2 approvals, 1 abstain) – motion carried
• Approved February 16, 2026 Executive Session minutes (2 approvals, 1 abstain) – motion carried
• Extended conditional offer to Kyle Hensley (3‑0) – motion carried
• Extended conditional offer to Julia Danowski (3‑0) – motion carried
• Extended conditional offer to Christian Kazy‑Garey (3‑0) – motion carried
• Removed Nicole Martinez and Sidori Merza from further consideration (3‑0) – motion carried

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Village Board will consider routine approvals, including a $152,008.20 voucher list and several contract renewal ordinances for pavement, brick pavers, and IT services. It will also vote on a zoning variation for 31 Montauk Lane and new business items such as a Hawthorn Mall PUD amendment and a zoning code update. The most significant action is the approval of a $477,723 contract with Construction Solutions of Illinois for locker room renovations at the Public Works Facility.

• Approve voucher list of bills totaling $152,008.20
• Ordinance 2026-016: renew bituminous pavement patching contract up to $120,000 with Chadwick Contracting
• Ordinance 2026-017: renew brick paver maintenance contract up to $25,000 with TGF Enterprises
• Ordinance 2026-018: approve payment up to $50,000 for IT support from Advanced Business Networks
• Ordinance 2026-021: award $477,723 contract to Construction Solutions of Illinois for public works locker room improvements

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Vernon Hills Village Board will approve the minutes from the February 17, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting. Board members will hear a presentation of the draft fiscal year 2027 budget. Citizens will have an opportunity to address the committee. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a land acquisition under the Open Meetings Act.

• Approve Committee of the Whole meeting minutes from Feb. 17, 2026
• Presentation of draft FY 2027 budget
• Citizens wishing to address the committee
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition (5 ILCS 120/2)

The Committee of the Whole approved the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. The board also voted 6‑0 to adjourn the meeting and enter a closed session to discuss a land acquisition matter under the Open Meetings Act, with no further action taken.

• Approved February 17, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned and moved into closed session on land acquisition (6-0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Vernon Hills Village Board will vote on routine omnibus items, including a voucher list of bills for $152,008.20 and contract renewals for pavement, brick paver maintenance, and IT support. The board will also consider zoning and development ordinances, such as a floor‑area‑ratio variation for the R5 district at 31 Montauk Lane and an amendment to the Hawthorn Mall special‑use permit. Finally, the board will decide on a $477,723 contract with Construction Solutions of Illinois for public‑works locker‑room improvements.

• Approval of voucher list of bills dated March 3, 2026 in the amount of $152,008.20
• Ordinance 2026-018 authorizing payment to Advanced Business Networks for IT support services up to $50,000
• Ordinance 2026-020 approving a floor‑area‑ratio variation in the R5 district at 31 Montauk Lane
• Ordinance 2026-019 amending the special‑use permit for the planned unit development at Hawthorn Mall
• Ordinance 2026-021 authorizing a $477,723 contract with Construction Solutions of Illinois for public‑works locker‑room improvements

The Village Board approved the omnibus agenda items, including a $152,008.20 voucher list and several contract authorizations. It also passed three new ordinances: a revision to the Hawthorn Mall special‑use permit, an amendment to Appendix C zoning, and a $477,723 contract for public‑works locker‑room improvements. All votes were 6‑0 with one trustee absent.

• Approved Omnibus items A‑F (voucher list $152,008.20, minutes, pavement patching ≤$120,000, brick paver maintenance ≤$25,000, IT support ≤$50,000, zoning variation) – vote 6‑0
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑019R amending the Hawthorn Mall special‑use permit to allow overflow parking – vote 6‑0
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑022 amending Appendix C, Zoning, of the Village Code – vote 6‑0
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑021 authorizing a $477,723 contract with Construction Solutions of Illinois for locker‑room improvements – vote 6‑0

I. Police Pension Board

The Vernon Hills Police Pension Fund Board will review and approve meeting minutes and financial reports. Trustees will consider the renewal of fiduciary liability insurance and a contribution refund for two members. New business includes approving cost of living adjustments for pensioners and reviewing the administrative budget for 2027. Additional items cover trustee training fees, an IPOPIF compliance audit, and election procedures.

• Approve November 20, 2025 meeting minutes and semi‑annual closed‑session minutes
• Review and approve fiduciary liability insurance renewal
• Approve annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Review/approve contribution refund for Gunnar Gudmundson and Andrei Dublea
• Approve trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses

The Vernon Hills Police Pension Board approved the 2026 Cost of Living Adjustments required by statute. It also accepted the monthly financial report and authorized $29,347.29 in disbursements, approved a $9,234 fiduciary liability insurance renewal, and approved two member contribution refunds. The board authorized the treasurer to prepare an annual administrative budget and cash‑flow projection, and set up elections for expiring trustee positions.

• Approved November 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted Monthly Financial Report and approved $29,347.29 disbursements (roll call, 5‑0)
• Approved fiduciary liability insurance renewal for $9,234 (roll call, 5‑0)
• Approved contribution refunds: $5,675.66 to Gunnar Gudmundson and $5,958.63 to Andrei Dublea (roll call, 5‑0)
• Approved 2026 Cost of Living Adjustments for pensioners (roll call, 5‑0)
• Authorized Treasurer Lyons to prepare an annual administrative budget and cash‑flow projection (unanimous voice vote)
• Noted upcoming election for expiring trustee positions (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:27 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Committee of the Whole will review Planning & Zoning Commission recommendations for several projects. The board will also receive a presentation on the draft FY 2027 Golf Course Fund budget.

• Review of Planning & Zoning Commission recommendation for Kirpa residence at 31 Montauk Lane
• Review of Planning & Zoning Commission recommendation for Hawthorn Mall townhome development
• Draft FY 2027 Budget presentation for the Golf Course Fund
• Review of Planning & Zoning Commission recommendation for zoning code amendments

The Committee approved the February 3 meeting minutes unanimously (7-0). It changed the agenda order, moving item D ahead of item C by voice vote. Trustees Schenk and Marquardt moved, and the Committee voted 7-0 to direct staff to prepare an ordinance for the Hawthorn Mall townhome development that withholds occupancy until the Milwaukee Avenue parking lot is built. The Committee also directed staff to prepare a zoning‑code amendment ordinance for future Board consideration.

• Approved February 3, 2026 Committee minutes (7-0)
• Changed agenda order to place item D before item C (voice vote, all in favor)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance for Hawthorn Mall townhome project with revised condition 4 (7-0)
• Directed staff to prepare zoning code amendment ordinance (no vote recorded)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Village Board will vote on several infrastructure and service contracts, including a police station addition. The meeting includes decisions on sign variations for US Bank and architectural modifications for Farmer's Best Market.

• Construction manager contract with Leopardo Construction for police station addition and renovations
• Voucher list of bills totaling $1,130,464.80
• Contract extension with Schroeder & Schroeder Inc. for concrete flatwork not to exceed $160,000
• Mosquito abatement services from Clarke Mosquito Management, Inc. not to exceed $66,000
• Sign variations for US Bank at 175 N. Milwaukee Avenue

The Village Board unanimously approved all items on the omnibus agenda, including a voucher list for $1,130,464.80 and several contracts and resolutions. It also approved a façade modification ordinance for Farmer’s Best Market at 413 N. Milwaukee Ave, the final plat for Ernie’s Resubdivision south of 909 S. Milwaukee Ave, and a resolution waiving competitive bidding to let Leopardo Construction handle the police station addition and renovations.

• Approved omnibus agenda items A‑H (voucher list $1,130,464.80, minutes, contracts, etc.) (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026‑015 modifying the architectural appearance for Farmer’s Best Market at 413 N. Milwaukee Ave (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑009 authorizing the preliminary and final plat for Ernie’s Resubdivision south of 909 S. Milwaukee Ave (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑006 waiving competitive bidding and authorizing a construction manager contract with Leopardo Construction for the police station addition and renovations (7‑0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Vernon Hills Village Board will consider routine approvals, including a voucher list of bills totaling $1,130,464.80 and the minutes from the February 3 meeting. It will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, such as a contract extension for concrete flatwork, mosquito abatement services, a sign variation for US Bank, and the release of executive‑session minutes. New business includes a façade amendment for Farmer’s Best Market, a subdivision plat for Ernie’s, and a construction‑manager contract for the police station addition.

• Approve voucher list of bills amounting to $1,130,464.80
• Ordinance 2026-012: contract extension with Schroeder & Schroeder for concrete flatwork up to $160,000
• Ordinance 2026-013: authorize payments to Clarke Mosquito Management up to $66,000
• Resolution 2026-007: distribute $69,083.42 TIF surplus to the Lake County Collector
• Resolution 2026-008: approve Fantasy Amusement Company outdoor carnival at Hawthorn Mall, May 21‑25, 2026

B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners

The Board will approve the minutes from the February 10, 2026 regular meeting and the February 10, 2026 executive‑session meeting. It will hold oral interviews for police officer applicants. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters and approve minutes.

• Approval of February 10, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of February 10, 2026 executive session minutes
• Oral interviews of police officer applicants
• Executive session to discuss personnel (Sec. 2(c)(1))

The Board recessed to Executive Session (2‑0). After reconvening, it approved placing Julia Danowski, Sidori Merza, Christian Kazy‑Garey, Hector Alcantara, and Aaron Orbeck in the pool of eligibles (2‑0). It also approved removing Joshua McMullen, Kevin Geake, Juan Gutierrez, and Delilah Ciezak from further consideration (2‑0). The meeting was adjourned (2‑0).

• Recess to Executive Session (2-0)
• Place five applicants in eligibility pool (2-0)
• Remove four applicants from further consideration (2-0)
• Adjourn meeting (2-0)

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the Village of Vernon Hills zoning code. The changes address business definitions, accessory structures, parking, and EV charging requirements.

• Public hearing on zoning code amendments
• Modifications to business type definitions
• Changes to accessory structure requirements
• Updates to parking and vehicle storage rules
• Adjustments to EV charging provisions

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Vernon Hills Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Feb. 11, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. in Village Hall to consider a petition filed by AGSI Carpentry & Restoration for Barbara & Miroslaw Kirpa. The petition seeks a variance from Appendix C, Section 10.4 and Section 21.5 to allow a second‑floor addition that would exceed the maximum floor‑area ratio for the R‑5 single‑family residential lot at 31 Montauk Lane.

• Public hearing scheduled for Feb. 11, 2026, 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall, 290 Evergreen Drive
• Petition filed by AGSI Carpentry & Restoration on behalf of Barbara & Miroslaw Kirpa
• Request for variance from Appendix C, Zoning, Section 10.4 and Section 21.5
• Property: 31 Montauk Lane, Vernon Hills, zoned R‑5 (single‑family residential)
• Proposed second‑floor addition would exceed the R‑5 district floor‑area ratio

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four development petitions and consider a village‑initiated zoning amendment package. The most prominent item is a petition by Focus Development Inc. to amend Ordinance 2013‑014 and 2013‑013 to allow a townhome project on the parking lot west of 1050 N. Milwaukee Avenue. Additional items include a subdivision plat for 909 S. Milwaukee Avenue, a floor‑area‑ratio variance for 31 Montauk Lane, and a comprehensive amendment to Appendix C zoning covering business definitions, accessory structures, parking, and EV‑charging rules. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting.

• Public hearing Case #2026-03: Amend Ordinance 2013‑014 and 2013‑013 for Hawthorn Mall PUD townhome development west of 1050 N. Milwaukee Ave
• Docket #PZ 26-02: Approval of preliminary and final plat for subdivision at 909 S. Milwaukee Ave
• Public hearing Case #2026-04: Variance request for floor‑area‑ratio at 31 Montauk Lane
• Public hearing Case #2026-05: Village‑requested amendments to Appendix C zoning (business definitions, accessory structures, parking, EV‑charging, etc.)
• Approval of Planning & Zoning Commission minutes from January 21, 2026

The Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed a petition to increase the floor‑area‑ratio from 0.33 to 0.37 for the property at 31 Montauk Lane. After public comment and staff discussion, the commission voted to make findings of fact and recommend approval of the variation, subject to conditions. The recorded minutes do not include a vote tally.

• Recommended approval of FAR increase from 0.33 to 0.37 for 31 Montauk Lane
• Condition: staff to verify whether the loft area counts as usable floor area
• Condition: if loft counts, convert it to attic space to keep the FAR within the petition
• Condition: staff to work with applicant to reduce roof ridge line to align with nearby homes

B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will approve the November 25, 2025 meeting and executive session minutes. It will consider two letters from Village Manager Timony authorizing the hire of one police officer. The commission will also review applications for police entry and lateral level candidates and discuss the police sergeant eligibility list process.

• Approval of November 25, 2025 Commission meeting minutes
• Approval of November 25, 2025 Executive Session minutes
• Authorization to hire one police officer (letters dated Dec. 18, 2025 and Jan. 8, 2026)
• Review of police entry and lateral level candidate applications
• Review of police sergeant eligibility list process

The commission approved the minutes from the November 25, 2025 regular and executive sessions. It recessed to an executive session, then voted to interview sixteen police applicants and to remove twenty‑eight other applicants from further consideration. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved November 25, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved November 25, 2025 executive session minutes (2-0)
• Recessed to Executive Session (2-0)
• Approved interview consideration for listed police applicants (2-0)
• Approved removal of listed police applicants from further consideration (2-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (2-0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Vernon Hills Village Board will vote on two large voucher payments totaling $1,434,896.21, several ordinances that modify the municipal code, and contract waivers for landscape services. Appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission and Deputy Village Clerk will also be confirmed. Additional items include a resolution reallocating a volume cap to Buffalo Grove and approval of a park subdivision plat.

• Approval of retroactive voucher list of bills dated Jan 21 2026 for $1,016,115.57
• Approval of voucher list of bills dated Jan 29 2026 for $418,780.64
• Ordinance 2026‑005: waive bidding and extend contract with Balanced Environments, Inc. for $57,492
• Ordinance 2026‑006: waive bidding and contract with Bluestem Ecological Services up to $110,550
• Ordinance 2026‑009: amend code to add Section 14‑6 on tetrahydrocannabinol products

The board appointed Will Hendricks to the Planning & Zoning Commission and Kate Buggy as Deputy Village Clerk. It approved all items on the omnibus agenda, including voucher payments and contract waivers. New business items approved included a driveway standards ordinance, adoption of the 2024 International Code Suite, and a resolution for the Deerpath Park subdivision plat.

• Appointed Will Hendricks to Planning & Zoning Commission (6-0)
• Appointed Kate Buggy as Deputy Village Clerk (6-0)
• Approved omnibus agenda items A‑J covering vouchers, surplus equipment, contract waivers and ordinance amendments (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-007 varying residential driveway standards on 408 Elm Tree Lane (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-008 adopting the 2024 International Code Suite as the village building code (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-004 adopting the Deerpath Park subdivision plat and dedicating Phillip Road right‑of‑way (6-0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Village Board’s Committee of the Whole will first approve the minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting. It will then discuss a sign‑variation request for US Bank located at 175 N. Milwaukee Avenue and review the Planning Zoning Commission’s recommendation. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of Committee of the Whole meeting minutes of January 13, 2026
• Discussion of sign variation request for US Bank at 175 N. Milwaukee Avenue
• Review of Planning Zoning Commission recommendation (CD Dir Jennings)
• Closed session to review Open Meetings Act minutes per 5 ILCS 120/2

The Committee of the Whole approved the January 13, 2026 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. The board reached consensus to allow the sign at 175 N Milwaukee Avenue to advertise only the tenants of 155 N Milwaukee Avenue, and Director Jennings will draft an ordinance for the Village Board. The meeting was adjourned and moved to closed session by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved Jan 13, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes (6‑0)
• Decided sign at 175 N Milwaukee Avenue may advertise only tenants of 155 N Milwaukee Avenue (consensus)
• Adjourned Committee of the Whole and moved to closed session (6‑0)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Vernon Hills Village Board will vote on a series of routine and non‑controversial items, including two retroactive voucher payments totaling $1,434,896.21. It will also consider several ordinances, such as a contract extension for specialized landscape mowing ($57,492), a three‑year open‑space stewardship contract (up to $110,550), and a new code section prohibiting the advertisement, sale, or delivery of THC products without a state license. Additional items include a reduction of the performance guarantee for the Wells Fargo development at 860 Townline Road.

• Approve retroactive voucher list of bills dated Jan 21, 2026 for $1,016,115.57
• Approve voucher list of bills dated Jan 29, 2026 for $418,780.64
• Ordinance 2026‑005: waive competitive bidding and extend landscape mowing contract with Balanced Environments, Inc. for $57,492
• Ordinance 2026‑006: waive competitive bidding and contract Bluestem Ecological Services for open‑space native stewardship up to $110,550
• Ordinance 2026‑009: add municipal code section banning THC product sales without a state license

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Village of Vernon Hills Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 21, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall to consider a petition filed by Focus Development Inc. on behalf of the Hawthorn Mall ownership. The petition seeks amendments to Ordinance 2013-014 and Ordinance 2013-013 to permit a townhome development of 47 three‑story units on the parking lot parcel at 725 Ring Drive, west of 1050 N. Milwaukee Avenue. The commission will hear public comments before deciding.

• Petition by Focus Development Inc. for Hawthorn Mall ownership to develop 47 three‑story townhomes
• Proposed amendment to Ordinance 2013-014 (Zoning Code and Sign Code) for the Hawthorn Mall PUD
• Proposed amendment to Ordinance 2013-013 (site, landscape, and architectural plans) for the Hawthorn Mall PUD
• Development site: 725 Ring Drive, currently a parking lot west of 1050 N. Milwaukee Avenue
• Public hearing scheduled for Jan 21, 2026, 7:30 p.m., Village Hall, 290 Evergreen Drive

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several property petitions. The meeting includes a request to amend the Hawthorn Mall PUD to allow for a townhome development on a parking lot parcel.

• Proposed townhome development on the parking lot west of 1050 N. Milwaukee Avenue
• Plat of subdivision request for 7 E. Phillip Road by Vernon Hills Park District
• Sign code variation request for a multi-tenant sign at 175 N. Milwaukee Avenue
• Residential driveway design variation request for 408 Elm Tree Lane

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 4‑0 to recommend approval of the preliminary and final plat for the subdivision of the parcel at 7 E. Phillip Road, subject to engineer and attorney review and right‑of‑way dedication. The commission then voted 2‑2, causing the motion to approve a multi‑tenant monument sign at 175 N. Milwaukee Avenue to fail; the recommendation will be forwarded to the Board with conditions. No decision was recorded for the driveway variation petition at 408 Elm Tree Lane.

• Approved subdivision plat for 7 E. Phillip Rd (4‑0 vote)
• Rejected US Bank multi‑tenant sign variance at 175 N. Milwaukee Ave (2‑2 vote)

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request by Design Group Signage on behalf of US Bank to construct a multi-tenant monument sign at 175 N. Milwaukee Avenue. The petition seeks a variation from the Village's Sign Code to allow a single sign structure with panels for multiple tenants.

• Public Hearing: Sign code variation for multi-tenant sign at 175 N. Milwaukee Avenue
• Case #2026-01
• Property Owner: US Bank
• Petitioner: Design Group Signage
• Location: 175 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills

H. Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a petition from Total Paving and Brick Services, Inc. on behalf of property owner Jason Mick. The request seeks variations from residential driveway design standards to allow a driveway and apron wider than permitted by the zoning code.

• Variation request for residential driveway design at 408 Elm Tree Lane (Case #2026-02)

B. Board of Police & Fire Commissioners

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Village Board will consider routine voucher approvals totaling about $3.3 million, several ordinances including a reduction of the performance guarantee for the Everleigh Development at 555 Lakeview Parkway, and a resolution appointing directors to SWALCO. It will also vote on a resolution for an intergovernmental agreement with Hawthorn School District 73 for emergency use of the village public works facility. New business includes an ordinance to waive competitive bidding for the purchase of drone hardware and related services from Motorola Solutions Inc., with a potential 48‑month expenditure of $179,997. All items are on the omnibus vote agenda and will be approved by a single motion unless separated.

• Approval of retroactive voucher list of bills dated Dec 30 2025 for $2,561,396.73
• Approval of voucher list of bills dated Jan 13 2026 for $737,925.15
• Ordinance 2026-001 reducing the performance guarantee for Everleigh Development, 555 Lakeview Parkway
• Ordinance 2026-003 waiving competitive bidding for drone hardware and services from Motorola Solutions Inc., total potential cost $179,997
• Resolution 2026-001 appointing Kevin Timony as director and Chris Venatta as alternate director to SWALCO

The board unanimously approved two voucher lists totaling $3,299,321.88, several ordinances and resolutions, and a waiver to purchase drone hardware from Motorola Solutions for up to $179,997. The drone procurement waiver passed with five votes in favor, no votes against, and one abstention.

• Approved retroactive voucher list of $2,561,396.73 (5-0)
• Approved voucher list of $737,925.15 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the Dec 9 2025 board meeting (5-0)
• Approved ordinance 2026-001 reducing performance guarantee for Everleigh Development, 555 Lakeview Parkway (5-0)
• Approved ordinance 2026-002 declaring certain village equipment surplus (5-0)
• Approved resolution 2026-001 appointing Kevin Timony as director and Chris Venatta as alternate director to SWALCO (5-0)
• Approved resolution 2026-002 authorizing intergovernmental agreement with Hawthorn School District 73 for emergency use of the village public works facility (5-0)
• Approved ordinance 2026-003 waiving competitive bidding for Motorola Solutions drone hardware, total potential expenditure $179,997 (5-0, 1 abstain)

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Village Board will discuss a proposal to waive competitive bidding for drone hardware and services from Motorola Solutions Inc. The board is also deciding on several ordinances regarding development guarantees, surplus equipment, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Proposed $179,997 expenditure for Motorola Solutions Inc. drone hardware and services
• Reduction of performance guarantee for Everleigh development at 555 Lakeview Parkway from $127,094 to $40,000
• Intergovernmental agreement with Hawthorn School District 73 for emergency use of the Public Works facility at 490 Greenleaf Drive
• Approval of retroactive bills dated December 30, 2025, totaling $2,561,396.73
• Approval of voucher list of bills dated January 13, 2026, totaling $737,925.15

A. Village Board & Committee of the Whole Agenda Packets

The Vernon Hills Village Board will meet to discuss the adoption of a building code and the topic of THC derivatives. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from December 9, 2025.

• Discussion on building code adoption
• Discussion on THC derivatives

The Committee of the Whole approved the December 9, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote, with one trustee absent. The board reached consensus to issue a 90‑day notice for THC‑derivative compliance, aligning the deadline with the May 1, 2026 business license renewal date. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Dec 9 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Issued 90‑day THC‑derivative compliance notice (consensus)
• Adjourned the Committee of the Whole meeting