Mundelein Roundup: Village Board to Weigh Data Center Zoning, $579K in Bills; Several Commissions Cancel Meetings
Mundelein's government activity over the past two weeks was dominated by agenda items rather than finalized decisions — most bodies met or were scheduled to meet with minutes not yet published. The most consequential items on the table come from the July 27 Board of Trustees agenda, including proposed zoning amendments governing data centers and battery energy storage systems, a $33,936 wastewater treatment plant contract, and $579,287.43 in bill payments. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, outcomes cannot be confirmed from the available record.
Board of Trustees — July 27
The Board of Trustees had two sessions scheduled for July 27. A special meeting was set to enter executive session under 5 ILCS 120, Section 2(c)(11) to discuss threatened litigation. No details on the litigation were provided in the agenda.
The regular meeting agenda included several notable items:
- **Zoning Ordinance amendments** for Data Centers, Battery Energy Storage Systems, and Mechanical Equipment.
- **Use variation** for an IV Hydration and Wellness Clinic at 333 Washington Boulevard.
- **Proposed use variation** for a banquet facility at 204-206 Terrace Drive.
- **$33,936 contract** with All Service Contracting Corp for wastewater treatment plant filter sand.
- **$579,287.43 payment of bills** for the period of July 14 to July 27, 2026.
All items were listed on the agenda; the available record does not confirm how each was voted on.
Liquor Control Commission — July 27
The Mundelein Liquor Control Commission was scheduled to review liquor violations at three businesses:
- Aldi — 730 IL Route 83
- New Jay's Liquors — 700 South Lake Street
- Quick Pick Liquors — 635 North Midlothian Road
The commission was also set to review and approve minutes from its January 26, 2026 meeting. Outcomes are not yet available.
Police Pension Board — July 23
The Mundelein Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees was scheduled to conduct officer elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary. The agenda also included a review of a preliminary actuarial valuation, consideration of a cash management policy, renewal of fiduciary liability insurance, an application for regular retirement benefits for Jason Seeley, and an application for membership for Trudie Magallon. No results have been published.
Economic Development Commission to Be Dissolved
The Mundelein Economic Development Commission has cancelled all scheduled meetings through December 2026. According to the agenda, the commission will be formally dissolved following action by the Village Board on April 27, 2026, unless otherwise posted.
Other Meetings
- The **Arts Commission** July 20 regular meeting was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 17, 2026.
- The **Old #1 Fire Truck Preservation Committee** met to discuss three August events: the Lake County Fair on August 1, a Golf Outing on August 4, and an Antique Fire Truck Show on August 8.
Coming Up
- **August 4 — Board of Fire and Police Commission:** The board will consider a motion to grant a permanent appointment to police officer Angel Gopar, effective August 11, 2026. Interviews for Firefighter/Paramedic candidates are also scheduled, along with approval of July 13 special meeting minutes.
- **August 5 — Historical Commission:** Agenda includes a motion to accept accessioning and de-accessioning of collections, a motion to accept donations, and a discussion of a commission vacancy. The 2026 History Day and Farmer's Market Pop-up Museum are also listed for discussion.
- **August 5 — Planning & Zoning Commission:** Regular meeting cancelled. Next meeting scheduled for August 19, 2026.
Note: All recent meetings listed above are reflected by agenda documents only; minutes have not yet been published. Readers should consult the official Village of Mundelein records for confirmed outcomes and vote tallies.