Braidwood public meetings in 2024
24 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Braidwood City Council voted to adopt Ordinance 24-53, increasing the number of Class A liquor licenses and decreasing Class B licenses. It also approved Ordinance 24-54, authorizing the purchase of a phone system from Teletech Communications, Inc. In addition, the council authorized payment of outstanding bills totaling $345,525.81 and payroll expenses of $98.676.64. The meeting included routine reports on streets, public safety, and upcoming town‑hall events.
- Ordinance 24-53: Increase Class A liquor licenses, decrease Class B licenses
- Ordinance 24-54: Purchase phone system from Teletech Communications, Inc.
- Approve payment of bills: $345,525.81
- Approve payroll expenses: $98.676.64
- Roadwork payment for N. English and S. Division: approximately $253,000
City Council
The Braidwood City Council approved the 2025 tax levy, a $53,268.28 purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado for the Water Department, and two subdivision plats. The meeting also included a public comment session and a report on police calls for service.
- Approve Ordinance 24-50 for 2025 tax levy and assessment
- Approve purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Silverado for $53,268.28
- Approve preliminary plat for Jervara Commons subdivision
- Approve subdivision plat for 174 N. Walker
- Public comment on water meter repair
City Council
The Braidwood City Council approved payment of bills totaling $197,298.00 and payroll expenses of $106,118.43. It adopted Ordinance 24-47 to contract professional accounting services with John Kasperek Co. for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. The council also approved Ordinance 24-46 for a reciprocal student crime reporting agreement with Grundy County State’s Attorneys and Ordinance 24-48, waiving competitive bidding to buy the Ford F150 Police Responder. An executive session was called to discuss personnel and potential litigation matters.
- Approve payment of bills $197,298.00
- Approve payroll expenses $106,118.43
- Ordinance 24-47: contract with John Kasperek Co. for accounting services FY ending 4/30/2025
- Ordinance 24-46: reciprocal reporting agreement with Grundy County State’s Attorneys
- Ordinance 24-48: purchase of 2024 Ford F150 Police Responder from Sutton Ford, waiving competitive bidding
City Council
The Braidwood City Council approved Ordinance 24-44, granting a map amendment and a minor subdivision of three lots for an R‑1 single‑family residence district at the northeast corner of N. Walker Street and W. Third Street. The council also approved Ordinance 24-45, denying variances for a self‑storage facility at the northwest corner of W. Kennedy Road and S. Walnut Street. Bills totaling $215,036.85 and payroll expenses of $238,360.47 were authorized, and the estimated 2025 property tax levy of $2,000,195 was presented for future action.
- Ordinance 24-44: map amendment and minor subdivision of three lots at N. Walker & W. Third St.
- Ordinance 24-45: denial of variances for self‑storage at W. Kennedy Rd & S. Walnut St.
- Approval of payment of bills: $215,036.85
- Approval of payroll expenses: $103,929.24 (10/25), $129,481.23 (11/08), $4,950.00 (11/13)
- Estimated 2025 property tax levy: $2,000,195
City Council
The Braidwood City Council approved the minutes from the Oct. 8 meeting and re‑appointed George Kocek and Raymond Doogan to the City Plan Commission Board. The council authorized payment of city bills totaling $544,389.05 and payroll expenses of $94,032.56. It also adopted Ordinance 24‑43, creating an intergovernmental agreement with Reed‑Custer Community Unit School District No. 255U for a police resource officer. No new business was presented.
- Adopted Ordinance 24‑43 for an agreement with Reed‑Custer Community Unit School District No. 255U to place a police resource officer
- Approved payment of city bills totaling $544,389.05
- Approved payroll expenses totaling $94,032.56
- Re‑appointed George Kocek to the City of Braidwood Plan Commission Board (term until Oct 31, 2029)
- Re‑appointed Raymond Doogan to the City of Braidwood Plan Commission Board (term until Oct 31, 2029)
City Council
The Braidwood City Council approved a $283,227.38 contract for pavement management on North English Street and South Division Street. The council also approved the annexation of nine properties in the Prairie View Subdivision to the city limits.
- Approve $283,227.38 contract for FY 2024 Pavement Management Program
- Annex nine properties in Prairie View Subdivision to city limits
- Approve Ordinance No. 24-41 amending Disorderly Conduct code
- Approve Ordinance No. 24-42 regulating Open Burning
- Approve $464,217.96 in bills and $103,427.50 in payroll
City Council
The Braidwood City Council approved a collective bargaining agreement with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 179, and authorized the payment of bills totaling $214,672.05. The meeting also included a public comment session regarding First Amendment rights and a report on upcoming town events.
- Approve Ordinance 24-38: Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local 179 through April 30, 2027
- Approve Payment of Bills: $114,666.39
- Approve Payroll: $100,005.66
- Approve Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign: November 1–December 24, 2024
- Approve Dog Park project: Center and Third Streets
City Council
The City Council approved a contract for water main improvements at Reed-Custer Elementary School and authorized the use of highway maintenance funds. The body also approved a public event and a new appointment to the Plan Commission Board.
- Awarded $144,983.95 contract to Austin-Tyler for Reed-Custer Elementary School Water Main Improvement Project
- Approved Resolution 24-3 for Maintenance Under the Illinois Highway Code to access MFT funds
- Approved payment of bills totaling $232,086.58 and payroll of $94,155.75
- Approved National Life Chain Event on October 6 at IL Route 53 and IL Route 113
- Appointed Wayne Kancler to the City of Braidwood Plan Commission Board
City Council
The City Council decided to purchase a vacant lot on Mary Lane from Will County to secure green space within the Prairie View Subdivision. The body also approved municipal payments and a landscaping permit agreement with IDOT.
- Ordinance 24-37: Purchase of vacant land on Mary Lane (PIN 02-24-06-401-001-0000)
- Payment of bills in the amount of $115,616.25
- Approval of payroll expenses in the amount of $93,943.07
- Resolution 24-2: Authorization to submit landscaping permits to IDOT
- Approval of Braidwood Lions Candy Day Fundraiser for October 11, 2024
City Council
The City Council appointed Kimberly Earling as Commissioner of Accounts and Finance and approved the hiring of two full-time police officers. The body also passed ordinances regarding golf cart operation and animal protection services.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $446,705.46 and payroll of $106,770.58
- Approved Ordinance 24-35 regarding the operation of golf carts and UTVs within the city
- Approved Ordinance 24-34 for an intergovernmental agreement with Will County for animal protection services
- Approved Ordinance 24-36 to accept a vehicle donation from the Braidwood Fire Protection District
- Reviewed bids for Reed-Custer Elementary School water main relocation, with the low bid at $144,000
City Council
The City Council approved the annexation of 27.96 acres for a Mastodon Mart development including a gas station and truck stop. The council also approved a map amendment for industrial zoning and authorized a new police vehicle purchase.
- Ordinance 24-31: Annexation and B-2 zoning for Ridgeway Petroleum, Inc. D/B/A Mastodon Mart
- Ordinance 24-32: Map amendment to I-1 Industrial District for property East of N. Hickory St and South of W. Main St
- Ordinance 24-33: Purchase of a 2023 Dodge Charger for the Police Department using drug forfeiture funds
- Payment of bills totaling $105,819.55 and payroll of $90,098.27
- Ordinance 24-30: Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Alliance of Police
City Council
The Braidwood City Council approved a map amendment for 225 N. Hickory Street to an industrial district and a special use permit for a self-storage facility. The council also adopted an updated personnel policy manual and new regulations for donation boxes. Financial approvals included $249,052.19 in bills and $97,943.01 in payroll.
- Map amendment for 2\nN. Hickory Street to I-1 Industrial District
- Special use permit for self-storage at W. Kennedy Road and S. Walnut Street
- Adoption of updated Personnel Policy Manual (Ordinance 24-27)
- Regulation of donation/collection boxes (Ordinance 24-28)
- Approval of bills totaling $249,052.19
City Council
The Braidwood City Council met to approve recent bills and payroll expenses. The council voted to table a request for Ordinance 24-26, which involves a map amendment for 225 N. Hickory Street. During public comment, residents discussed traffic safety concerns and the impact of industrial rezoning.
- Approval of $95,454.79 in bill payments
- Approval of $113,056.60 in payroll expenses
- Tabled request for Ordinance 24-26 regarding a map amendment to I-1 Industrial District
- Police Department report covering June 10 through June 24, 2024
City Council
The Braidwood City Council approved a collective bargaining agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers through 2027. The council also authorized professional engineering services for a water system evaluation and project plan. Other actions included approving personnel policy updates and a property rezoning.
- Approved union contract with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 (effective through April 2027)
- Authorized engineering services with Robinson Engineering for water system evaluation
- Approved purchase of a 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD from Arnie Bauer Chevrolet
- Granted map amendment for 111 N. Lincoln Street to R-1 Single Family Residence District
- Approved $200,459.13 in bills and $128,059.11 in payroll
City Council
The City Council approved an amended and novated lease agreement with Surf Air Wireless, LLC. The body also authorized payments for bills and payroll and scheduled three upcoming town hall meetings.
- Ordinance 24-20: Lease agreement with Surf Air Wireless, LLC
- Payment of bills: $113,686.67
- Payroll expenses: $100,935.85
- Town Hall meetings scheduled for June 11, August 13, and October 8
- Police report (May 14-27): 262 calls for service and 7 arrests
City Council
The City Council approved a new collective bargaining agreement for police and pay raises for several non-bargaining employees. The body also authorized a cable franchise agreement with Comcast and various equipment purchases.
- Collective Bargaining Agreement with Policemen’s Benevolent labor Committee (May 1, 2024–April 30, 2027)
- Payment of bills totaling $721,881.46, including a $350,000 EPA sewer plant payment
- Purchase of six hydrants for $30,000 from Core & Main
- Purchase of a 2024 GMC Terrain from Arnie Bauer (competitive bidding waived)
- Purchase of a Grasshopper 325D lawnmower for $15,200 from Sistek Sales
City Council
The City Council held a public hearing and approved Ordinance 24-14 to set the annual budget and appropriations. The budget includes $300,000 for hiring police officers and $150,000 for street repairs.
- Approved Ordinance 24-14 for the annual budget (May 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $310,106.38
- Approved payroll expenses of $86,482.77
- Approved Ordinance 24-15 for a Memorandum of Understanding with the Metropolitan Alliance of Police
- Discussed potential zoning meeting for a gas station at 113 and Coal City Rd
City Council
The City Council approved the hiring of three full-time police officers and a water department maintenance worker. The body also authorized several equipment purchases and updated ordinances regarding open burning. A public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2025 annual budget is scheduled for April 23, 2024.
- Hiring of three new full-time police officers: Kaedyn Urban, Owen Sterba, and Amelia Hiney
- Purchase of a 2024 Caterpillar 299D3 XPS Compact Track Loader (max $101,710.00) and a 2023 Ford Super Duty F-450 (max $113,915.03)
- Purchase of BolaWrap equipment and training for a maximum of $33,347.51 from the asset forfeiture fund
- Ordinance 24-13 amending Section 58-169 of the Code of Ordinances to regulate open burning
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Will County Sheriff for warrant maintenance and transportation at $3,714.66 per year
City Council
The City Council approved several ordinances, including a settlement agreement with Shadow Lakes II Association and an annual audit contract. The body also authorized payments for bills and payroll totaling over $221,000.
- Ordinance 24-8: Settlement and Release Agreement with Shadow Lakes II Association, Inc.
- Ordinance 24-7: Annual audit agreement with WIPFLI, LLP for fiscal year ending April 30, 2023
- Ordinance 24-9: Amendment to minimum monthly sewer delivery charge for Shadow Lakes
- Payment of bills in the amount of $135,721.33
- Payroll expenses in the amount of $86,119.98
City Council
The City Council approved the purchase of a 2024 Ford Police Interceptor and updated the city code to increase police staffing. The body also authorized participation in a state rock salt purchasing agreement and approved various city payments.
- Ordinance 24-5: Purchase of a 2024 Ford Police Interceptor from Terry’s Ford
- Ordinance 24-6: Amending Section 50-31 to increase police staffing by one lieutenant and one sergeant
- Payment of bills totaling $196,598.74
- Payroll expenses totaling $82,976.53
- Agreement to participate in the State of Illinois Rock Salt Joint Purchasing Agreement
City Council
The City Council approved payments for bills and payroll and discussed local development updates. The council also addressed resident complaints regarding illegal burning and smoke nuisances in the community.
- Approved payment of bills in the amount of $197,425.78
- Approved payroll expenses in the amount of $85,367.75
- Discussed potential reopening of the old Jones-eez building as a wedding venue or eatery
- Reported that Ultimate Rides is expected to open around April 1
- Discussed reviewing and tightening ordinances regarding smoking and burning
City Council
The City Council approved a new ordinance for utility service charges and authorized over $337,000 in bills and payroll. Officials also discussed upcoming commercial developments and a registry for residents with special needs during emergencies.
- Ordinance 24-4: $75 charge for water/sewer repairs requested between 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
- Payment of bills approved in the amount of $250,081.39
- Payroll expenses approved in the amount of $87,166.86
- Proposed gas station and car wash development at the corner of Coal City Rd and 113
- Proposed 24-lot subdivision development
City Council
The City Council approved a memorandum of understanding with the Policemen’s Benevolent Labor Committee to adjust scheduling and reduce overtime expenses. The council also authorized payments for city bills and payroll totaling over $249,000.
- Ordinance 24-3: Memorandum of Understanding with Policemen’s Benevolent Labor Committee
- Payment of Bills: $162,244.92
- Payroll Expenses: $86,977.13
- Introduction of new officers Zachary Manos and Victor Gastelum
City Council
The City Council approved an ordinance regulating unscheduled intercity buses and updated the city's Fire Prevention Code. The council also approved bills and payroll payments and announced 2024 garbage service rates.
- Approved Ordinance 24-1 regarding rules and regulations for unscheduled intercity buses
- Approved Ordinance 24-2 amending the Fire Prevention Code (Section 38-41)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $139,410.14
- Approved payroll expenses totaling $88,161.04
- Announced 2024 garbage service rates of $29.12