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Buffalo GroveIL averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $452,107 +5.5% yr/yr · +35.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (63)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Farmers Market Committee
- Joanne Johnson — Trustee
- Ed Muldoon
- Greg Sauser
- Larry King
- Jackie Beegun
- Jane Primack
- Paulette Greenberg
- Mindy Lazor
- Beth Nudelman
- Dave Bergman
- David Bergman
- Steve McClelland
- Beth
- Greg
- Jackie
- Jane
- Larry
- Paulette
- David
- Maanasha
- Ramesh
- Ramesh Joanne
- Ramesh Narayanasamy
- Sophia Safonoria
- Steve
- Steve McLelland
- Kevin Richards
- Skylar
Who’s on the Firefighters Pension Board
- Josh Himmelspach — Trustee
- Dan Pasquarella — Trustee
- Thomas Gough — Trustee
- Chris Black — Trustee
- Larry Stanley — Trustee
Who’s on the Health Commission
- Debi Moritz
- Doug Pitchford
- Karleen Pitchford
- Mike Garfield
- Nisha Patalay
- Beckie Bergman
- Rebecca Bergman
Who’s on the Planning & Zoning Commission
- Adam Moodhe — Commissioner
- Neil Worlikar — Commissioner
- Sujat Saxena — Commissioner
- Davis — Commissioner
- Amy Au
- Mitchell Weinstein
- Marc Spunt
- Richards
- Don Schwartz
- Worilkar
Who’s on the Police Pension Board
- James Yester — Trustee
- Jeff Feld — Trustee
- Ken Fox — Trustee
- Tony Montiel — Trustee
- Tony Turano — Trustee
Who’s on the Village Board
- Ottenheimer
- Stein
- Weidenfeld
- Johnson
- Cesario
- I Richards
- Onenheimer
- Otlenheimer
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20251 housing units ($600K)
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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
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AGENDA
BUFFALO GROVE VILLAGE BOARD
Special Committee of the Whole: August 31, 2026 at
7:00 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers
Fifty Raupp Blvd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089-2139
1. Call to Order
a. Pledge of Allegiance
b. Roll Call
2. Village President's Report
3. Special Business
a.
Update and Discussion of the Proposed Acquisition of 1100 W Lake Cook Road for a
Combined Village Hall and Police Station (President Smith, Dane Bragg)
4. Public Comment
Public Comment is limited to items that are not on the regular agenda. In accordance with Section
2.02.070 of the Municipal Code, discussion on questions from the audience will be limited to 5
minutes and should be limited to concerns or comments regarding issues that are relevant to
Village Board business. All members of the public addressing the Village Board shall maintain
proper decorum and refrain from making disrespectful remarks or comments relating to
individuals. Speakers shall use every attempt to not be repetitive of points that have been made by
others. The Village Board may refer any matter of public comment to the Village Manager, Village
staff or an appropriate agency for review.
5. Executive Session
6. Adjournment
The Village Board will make every effort to accommodate all items on the agenda by 10:30 p.m.
The Board does, however, reserve the right to defer consideration of matters to another meeting
should the discussion run past 10:30 p.m.
The Village of B …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:30
General
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Beverly Sussman Conference Room, Village Hall
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 19:00
Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Beverly Sussman Conference Room, Village Hall
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 19:00
Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Beverly Sussman Conference Room, Village Hall
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 19:00
Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 19:00
Health Commission
Beverly Sussman Trustee Conference Room, Buffalo Grove
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Beverly Sussman Conference Room, Village Hall
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 19:00
Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 19:00
Village Board
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 19:00
Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities
Commission to finalize plans for Sept events, discuss ADA transition plan
The Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities will review minutes, hear reports, and finalize details for upcoming events including the Fun & Food Event, BG Days Buddy Baseball Exhibition, and Buddy Baseball Fall League. They will also discuss the ADA Transition Plan for pedestrian facilities and a Blue Envelope update, among other items.
- Fun & Food Event on Sept 7, 10am-12pm, registration closes Aug 31
- BG Days Buddy Baseball Exhibition Game on Sept 5, 4pm-7pm
- Buddy Baseball Fall League Sept 20-Oct 25, Sundays 11am, Allstar game Oct 18
- Bowling with Buddies Event on Oct 29
- Discussion of ADA Transition Plan for Pedestrian Facilities in Public Right-of-Way
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50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove
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1. Welcome and Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes: June 24, 2026, July 22, 2026
4. Chair Report (Judy Samuels)
a. Commissioner Anniversary
5. Trustee(s) Report (David Weidenfeld)
6. Staff Liaison Report (TBD)
7. Working Groups Report
a. Ensuring Opportunities for Hands-on Fun (Commissioners Amy Parker and Mark Weiner)
i.
Courtesy Shuttle
ii.
Fun & Food Event (Monday Sept 7; 10am – 12 pm – Registration closes Aug. 31)
1. Final updates
2. Loose ends
3. Confirm to-do checklist with Staff Liaison Representative
4. Other
iii.
BG Days Buddy Baseball Exhibition Game (Saturday Sept 5; 4pm – 7pm)
1. Final updates including throwing out the first ball
2. Loose ends
3. Confirm to-do checklist with Staff Liaison Representative
4. Other
iv.
Buddy Baseball Fall League (Sept 20 – Oct 25; Sundays 11 am)
Allstar game: Oct 18; Rain date: Oct 25)
1. Preparations and updates
2. Tying up loose ends
1. Confirm to-do checklist with Staff Liaison Representative
3. Other
v.
Bowling with Buddies Event (Thurs. Oct. 29)
AGENDA
Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities
Regular Meeting: August 26, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Lower Level EOC Conference Room, Village Hall
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
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b. Sponsorships / Donations
c. Advocating for Inclusion and Access (Lead: Vice Chair Marty Sussman)
i.
Blue Envelope update in relation to B.G.
ii.
Unusual number of disability relate …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
PZC to consider eliminating approved addition at Epicure Dining, 720 W Lake Cook Rd
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Planned Development for Epicure Dining, LLC at 720 W Lake Cook Road. The amendment would remove a previously approved addition while retaining the banquet facility and restaurant use. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 15, 2026 meeting and receive reports.
- Public hearing on amendment to Planned Development (Ordinance 1987-044, as amended by 2025-084) to eliminate approved addition at 720 W Lake Cook Road
- Approval of draft minutes from July 15, 2026 PZC meeting
- Public comment limited to 5 minutes per speaker
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Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
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AGENDA
PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION
Regular Meeting: August 19, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers
Fifty Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Public Hearings/Items for Consideration
Public Comment is limited to items that are on the agenda for discussion. In accordance with
Section 2.02.070 of the Municipal Code, discussion on questions from the audience will be limited
to 5 minutes and should be limited to concerns or comments regarding issues that are relevant to
Planning and Zoning Commission business. All members of the public addressing the Planning and
Zoning Commission shall maintain proper decorum and refrain from making disrespectful remarks
or comments relating to individuals. Speakers shall use every attempt to not be repetitive of points
that have been made by others. The Planning and Zoning Commission may refer any matter of
public comment to the Village Manager, Village staff or an appropriate agency for review.
A.
Consideration of an amendment to the Planned Development and Preliminary Plan,
previously approved by Ordinance 1987-044 and as amended by Ordinance 2025-
084, to eliminate the previously approved addition, while the proposed operation
still includes a banquet facility and restaurant use, allowing Epicure Dining, LLC to
operate at 720 W Lake Cook Road (Trustee Ottenheimer, Andrew Binder)
3. Regular Meeting
A.
Other Matters for Discussion
B.
Approval of Minutes …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 09:30
Suburban Liability Insurance Pool
Board to approve reserve increase and elect vice chair
The Buffalo Grove Village Board is meeting to approve minutes, the treasurer's report, and payments, and to consider a reserve increase request. They will also elect a vice chair and discuss insurance market updates and claims handling. The meeting includes a motion to enter closed session for a claim report.
- Approve meeting minutes from April 15 and June 16, 2026
- Approve Treasurer's Report and investment memorandum
- Approve payments to Tressler and KEB invoices
- Reserve increase request for Howard (with budget and case evaluation)
- Elect new vice chair
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EOC Conference Room, Buffalo Grove
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Full Board Meeting - Aug 19 2026 Agenda
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Buffalo Grove Village Hall
1.
Meeting Opening - Dane Bragg
1.1
Call to Order and Roll Call
2.
Approval if Meeting Minutes from April 15th & June 16th, 2026 - Action Item
4-15-2026 Full Board Meeting Minutes Closed Session.pdf
4-15-2026 Full Board Open Meeting Minutes.pdf
6-16-2026 Strategic Planning Meeting Minutes.pdf
Approve Meeting Minutes
3.
Treasurer's Report - Kristi McCaulou - Action Item
SLIP Treas Rpt 2026-0819.pdf
Approve Treasurer's Report
3.1
Investment Memorandum 2026-04
Award Letter SLIP Cash-Investment 2026-04 - FBHP.pdf
SLIP Investment Memorandum 2026-04.pdf
4.
Authorization of Payments - Kristi McCaulou - Action Item
Approve Tressler Invoice
BL_539302.pdf
Approve KEB Invoice
INV_78607.pdf
5.
Claim Report - Rob Fitzgerald
08102026Document075234.pdf
Motion to Move into Closed Session
5.1
Reserve Increase Request
Howard Updated Budget 7-17-2026.pdf
Howard Updated Case Evaluation 7-17-2026.pdf
Motion to Move into Open Session
Approve Reserve Increase as Presented
6.
Administrator's Report & Insurance Market Update - RPA
Administrators Report.pdf
6.1
Market Update and Renewal Expectations
7.
Other Matters
7.1
Electing Vice Chair - Action Item
Approve New Vice Chair
7.2
Claims Handling - RPA Team
8.
SLIP WC Pool - RPA
8.1
IP …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 19:00
Health Commission
Health Commission to review programs and blood drive schedule
The Buffalo Grove Health Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes program updates, the upcoming blood drive schedule, and a public comment period, with no major policy decisions listed.
- Program updates
- Upcoming blood drive schedule
- Public comment period
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Beverly Sussman Trustee Conference Room, Buffalo Grove
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AGENDA
HEALTH COMMISSION
Regular Meeting: August 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Beverly Sussman Conference Room
Fifty Raupp Blvd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Program Updates
4. Upcoming Blood Drive Schedule
5. Public Portion
6. Adjournment
The Village of Buffalo Grove, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that
persons with disabilities who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting or have questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities, contact
the ADA Coordinator at 847-459-2500 to allow the Village to make reasonable accommodations for
those persons.
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Board to vote on BG2050 comprehensive plan and Siemens expansion agreement
The Buffalo Grove Village Board will vote on a consent agenda covering routine items such as contracts, ordinances, and memoranda of understanding, plus separate ordinances for landscaping, rock salt, engineering services, and the adoption of the BG2050 Comprehensive Plan. The board will also discuss a pre-application for the Chase Plaza Redevelopment Phase II. Several items involve waiving bids for purchases and contract extensions.
- O-2026-74: Development Improvement Agreement with CRE Deerfield Associates and Final Plat of Consolidation for Siemens Expansion Project
- O-2026-82: Adoption of BG2050 Comprehensive Plan
- O-2026-73: Waive bids and purchase water meters from Core & Main
- O-2026-80: Waive bids and purchase bulk rock salt from Salt Xchange, Inc.
- Pre-application discussion: Chase Plaza Redevelopment Phase II at 1120, 1140-1180 W Lake Cook Road & 105-133 Arlington Heights Road
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Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
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AGENDA
BUFFALO GROVE VILLAGE BOARD
Regular Meeting: August 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
a. Pledge of Allegiance
b. Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes
a.
Minutes of the July 20, 2026 Village Board Regular Meeting
b.
Minutes of the August 3, 2026 Village Board Committee of the Whole Meeting
3. Approval of Warrant
a.
Approval of Warrant #1397 (Trustee Cesario, Chris Black)
4. Village President's Report
5. Village Manager's Report
6. Special Business
7. Reports from Trustees
8. Consent Agenda
All items listed on the Consent Agenda, which are available in this room this evening, are
considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event,
the item will be removed from the General Order of Business and considered after all other items
of business on the Regular Agenda under New Business.
a.
Motion to Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the Buffalo Grove
Community Foundation (Trustee Weidenfeld, Tyler Grace)
b.
O-2026-73 Authorization to Waive Bids and Purchase Water Meters from Core &
Main (Trustee Cesario, Chris Krase)
c.
R-2026-12 Resolution to Support the Village's Open Space Land Acquisition and
Development (OSLAD) Funding Application (Trustee Weidenfeld, Briget Schwab) …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00
General
Fire and Police Board to discuss police officer candidates and eligibility list
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on updating the Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List and on one or more police officer candidates. The agenda also includes an executive session for interviewing and discussing candidates. Most items are routine procedural matters, with the main substantive items being the candidate-related actions.
- Possible action on updating the Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
- Discussion and possible action on a Police Officer candidate(s)
- Executive session: Interview of one or more Police Officer candidates
- Executive session: Discussion on one or more Police Officer candidates
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Beverly Susman Conference Room, Village Hall
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AGENDA
BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE
COMMISSIONERS
Special Meeting: August 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM
Beverly Sussman Conference Room
Fifty Raupp Blvd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes
4. Chairperson's Report
5. Commissioners' Reports
6. Chiefs' Reports
7. Questions from the Audience
8. Special Business
9. Old Business
10. New Business
A. Possible action on updating the Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List.
B. Discussion and possible action on a Police Officer candidate(s).
11. Executive Session
A. Interview of one or more Police Officer candidates.
B. Discussion on one or more Police Officer candidates.
12. Adjournment
The Village of Buffalo Grove, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that
persons with disabilities who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting or have questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities, contact
the ADA Coordinator at 847-459-2500 to allow the Village to make reasonable accommodations for
those persons.
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 08:30
Firefighters Pension Board
Firefighters pension board to vote on retirement benefits, tax levy
The Buffalo Grove Firefighters' Pension Board will consider approving retirement benefits for Brian Beck and Michael Spiro, surviving spouse benefits for Debbie Andres, and an updated actuarial valuation and tax levy request. The board will also review financial reports, investment summaries, and trustee training expenses.
- Approve regular retirement benefits for Brian Beck and Michael Spiro
- Terminate retirement benefit and approve surviving spouse benefits for Debbie Andres
- Review and approve updated actuarial valuation and tax levy request
- Review monthly financial reports from Lauterbach & Amen for April, May, and June 2026
- Board officer elections for President and Secretary
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Buffalo Grove Firefighters’ Pension Fund
50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089
NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Buffalo Grove Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will conduct a regular meeting on Monday, August 10,
2026 at 8:30 a.m. in Village Hall located at 50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089, for the purposes set forth in
the following agenda:
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Remote Attendance and Full Participation by Certain Trustees (if any)
4. Public Comment
5. Approval of Meeting Minutes
a.) May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting
b.) Semi-Annual Review of Closed Session Meeting Minutes
6. Financial/Investment Reports
a.) Monthly Financial Reports from Lauterbach & Amen (April, May and June 2026)
b.) Presentation and Approval of Bills
c.) Additional Bills, if any
d.) Review – Cash Balances of Local Accounts
i. BMO Bank Statement and Current Balance Status
ii. Schwab Statement, Current Balance Status and Quarterly Report – Sawyer Falduto
e.) Review/Accept – FPIF Statements of Results (April, May and June 2026)
f.) Review/Accept – FPIF Monthly Investment Summaries (April, May and June 2026)
g.) Review/Accept – FPIF Quarterly Private Market Report (December 2025)
h.) Review of Cash Projections and Cash Needs
7. Communications and Reports
a.) Active Member File Maintenance
8. Applications for Membership/Withdrawals from Fund/Service Purchase
a.) Status of Heatley Military Service Pur …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Village Board to discuss 2026 property tax levy and 2027 capital improvements
The Village Board is meeting to review financial reports and planning for the upcoming year. Discussions include the preliminary property tax levy and requests for the 2027 Capital Improvement Program.
- 2026 Preliminary Property Tax Levy
- 2027 Capital Improvement Program Requests
- FY 2026 Six Month Report
- General Wage Increase and Merit Pool Recommendation
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AGENDA
BUFFALO GROVE VILLAGE BOARD
Committee of the Whole: August 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers
Fifty Raupp Blvd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089-2139
1. Call to Order
a. Pledge of Allegiance
b. Roll Call
2. Village President's Report
a. Caring Community Program Recognition (Trustee Johnson, Molly Gillespie)
3. Special Business
a. FY 2026 Six Month Report (Trustee Cesario, Chris Black)
b. 2026 Preliminary Property Tax Levy (Trustee Cesario, Chris Black)
c. General Wage Increase and Merit Pool Recommendation (Trustee Richards, Kathryn
Golbach)
d. 2027 Capital Improvement Program Requests (Trustee Cesario, Chris Krase, Briget
Schwab)
4. Public Comment
Public Comment is limited to items that are not on the regular agenda. In accordance with Section
2.02.070 of the Municipal Code, discussion on questions from the audience will be limited to 5
minutes and should be limited to concerns or comments regarding issues that are relevant to
Village Board business. All members of the public addressing the Village Board shall maintain
proper decorum and refrain from making disrespectful remarks or comments relating to
individuals. Speakers shall use every attempt to not be repetitive of points that have been made by
others. The Village Board may refer any matter of public comment to the Village Manager, Village
staff or an appropriate agency for review.
5. Executive Session
a. Executive Session - Section 2(C)(1) of the …
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MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF THE VILLAGE PRESIDENT&
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE HELD IN THE
JEFFREY S. BRAIMAN COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT VILLAGE HALL, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD,
BUFFALO
GROVE,
ILLINOIS,
MONDAY
AUGUST
3, 2026
CALL
TO ORDER
1,
President
Smith
called
the
meetin
to order
at 7: 00 P. M. Those present stood and pledged allegiance
to the
Fla.
ROLL CALL
Roll call indicated the following present: President Smith; Trustees Johnson, Richards, Cesario, Ottenheimer,
Bocek
and Weidenfeld
Also present were: Dane Bragg, Village Mana
er; Chris Stilling, Deputy Village Manager; Mike Skibbe,
Deputy Village Manager/ Director of Public Works; Chris Black, Finance Director; Tyler Grace, Assistant
Village Manager- Administrative Services: Katie Golbach, Director of Human Resources; Nicole Woods,
Director of Community Development; Molly Gillespie, Communications Director; Tim Kirsininkas,
Communications
Coordinator: Briget Schwab, Villave Engineer; Chris Krase, Deputy Public Works Director;
Geoff Tollefson, Director of Golf Operations: Police Chief Budds; Fire Chief Kane. Village Attorney Patrick
Brankin
arrived
at
7: d2
P. M.
The Committee
of the Whole Meeting consisted of staff reports
and Board discussion
on the listed topics, with
staff answering questions from the Board on each topic.
VILLAGE
PRESIDENT'
S REPORT
President Smith invited residents to attend the nett President'
s Pick event on Tuesday, August
I I, 2026, which
will
feature
Fire Chief …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Board to review and possibly act on new police and fire recruits
The Buffalo Grove Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve past meeting minutes, hear reports from chairs and commissioners, and discuss potential new hires for police officer and firefighter/paramedic positions. The board may take action on candidate(s) during new business.
- Possible action on Police Officer and/or Firefighter/Paramedic candidate(s)
- Executive session to discuss candidate(s) if necessary
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AGENDA
BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE
COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting: August 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
EOC Conference Room, Village Hall
Fifty Raupp Blvd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes
A. Meeting Minutes - June 1, 2026
B. Meeting Minutes - July 20, 2026
4. Chairperson's Report
5. Commissioners' Reports
6. Chiefs' Reports
7. Questions from the Audience
8. Special Business
9. Old Business
A. BFPC 2026 Calendar
10. New Business
A. Discussion and possible action on one or more Police Officer and/or
Firefighter/Paramedic candidate(s), if necessary.
11. Executive Session
A. Discussion regarding a Police Officer and/or Firefighter/Paramedic candidate(s), if
necessary.
12. Adjournment
The Village of Buffalo Grove, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that
persons with disabilities who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting or have questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities, contact
the ADA Coordinator at 847-459-2500 to allow the Village to make reasonable accommodations for
those persons.
Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 09:00
Police Pension Board
Buffalo Grove Police Department
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 19:00
Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Village Board to consider Gateway Signage Project contract and local zoning changes
The Village Board will vote on several ordinances including a construction management contract for the Gateway Signage Project. The board is also reviewing a special use permit for a martial arts studio and a planned development amendment for Lucky Strike. Other items include parking restrictions and a software subscription agreement.
- Contract with Burke, LLC for construction management of the Gateway Signage Project
- Special Use for a martial arts studio at 1682 Barclay Boulevard
- Planned Development and Sign Variations for Lucky Strike at 350 McHenry Road
- Parking restriction amendments at Golfview Terrace and Joyce Kilmer Elementary School
- Variation for a front porch setback at 506 Windover Circle
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Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
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AGENDA
BUFFALO GROVE VILLAGE BOARD
Regular Meeting: July 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
a. Pledge of Allegiance
b. Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes
a. Minutes of the June 15, 2026 Village Board Regular Meeting
3. Approval of Warrant
a. Approval of Warrant #1396 (Trustee Cesario, Chris Black)
4. Village President's Report
5. Village Manager's Report
6. Special Business
7. Reports from Trustees
8. Consent Agenda
All items listed on the Consent Agenda, which are available in this room this evening, are
considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event,
the item will be removed from the General Order of Business and considered after all other items
of business on the Regular Agenda under New Business.
a. O-2026-67 Ordinance Authroizing an Agreement with GovernmentJobs.com, Inc
(d/b/a NEOGOV) for Software-as-a-Service Subscription Services. (Trustee Richards,
Kathryn Golbach)
b. O-2026-68 Ordinance Amending Parking Restrictions To Golfview Terrace At Joyce
Kilmer Elementary School (Trustee Weidenfeld, Briget Schwab)
c. O-2026-69 Ordinance Approving a Variation for a Front Porch to Encroach into the
Side Yard Setback at 506 Windover Circle. (Trustee Ottenheimer, Nicole Woods)
d. R-2026-11 Re …
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07%20' 2026
MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR
MEETING
OF THE VILLAGE
PRESIDENT&
BOARD
OF
TRUSTEES
OF THE
VILLAGE
OF
BUFFALO
GROVE
HELD
IN THE
JEFFREY
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COUNCIL
CHAMBERS,
0 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS
MONDAY,
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CALL
TO ORDER
President Smith called the meeting to order at 7: 00 P. M. Those present stood and pledged alle
iance to the Flag.
ROLL
CALL
Roll call indicated the following present: President Smith; Trustees Johnson. Richards. Cesario, Ottenheimer,
Bocek, and
Weidenfeld.
Also present were: Dane Bra g. Village Manager; Patrick Brankin, Village Attorney; Chris Stilling, Deputy
Village Mana er: Mike Skibbe, Deputy Villa
e Mana er,'Director of Public Works; Tyler Grace, Assistant
Village Manager- Administrative Services: Katie Golbach, Director of Human Resources; Chris Black, Director
of Finance;
Nicole Woods, Director of Communiry
Development;
Briget Schwab. Village
Engineer; Molly
Gillespie, Director of Communications; Fire Chief Kane; and Police Chief Budds.
APPROVAL
OF MINUTES
Moved by Richards, seconded
by Ottenheimer, to approve
the minutes of the June
I5, 2026, Regular
Meeting.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follo vs:
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AYES:
6— Johnson, Richards, Cesario, Ottenheimer, Bocek, Weidenfeld
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declared
carried.
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I 396. Moved
by Cesario, seconded
by Johnson, to approve
Warrant #
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amount of$ 8, 941, 960. 23 authorizin
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Board will discuss and possibly act on police and firefighter/paramedic candidates
The Buffalo Grove Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold oral interviews of lateral police officer candidates and discuss one or more police officer and firefighter/paramedic candidates. The board may take action on those candidates and consider approving an updated lateral police officer eligibility list. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the June 1, 2026 minutes and reports from the chairperson, commissioners, and chiefs.
- Oral interview of one or more lateral police officer candidates
- Discussion regarding a police officer and/or firefighter/paramedic candidate(s)
- Possible action on police officers and/or firefighter/paramedic candidate(s)
- Approval of updated lateral police officer eligibility list, if necessary
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 1, 2026
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AGENDA
BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE
COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting: July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Beverly Sussman Conference Room
Fifty Raupp Blvd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Executive Session
A. Oral interview of one or more Lateral Police Officer Candidates
B. Discussion regarding a Police Officer and/or Firefighter/Paramedic Candidate(s)
4. Approval of Minutes
A. Meeting Minutes — June 1, 2026
5. Chairperson's Report
6. Commissioners' Reports
7. Chiefs' Reports
8. Questions from the Audience
9. Special Business
10. Old Business
11. New Business
A. Discussion and possible action on one or more Police Officers and/or
Firefighter/Paramedic Candidate(s)
B. Approval of updated Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List, if necessary.
12. Adjournment
The Village of Buffalo Grove, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that
persons with disabilities who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting or have questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities, contact
the ADA Coordinator at 847-459-2500 to allow the Village to make reasonable accommodations for
those persons.
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Commission will consider fence code variations and a special‑use school request
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hear public comments and decide on two fence code variance requests—one to replace a 6‑foot privacy fence at 166 Stonegate Drive and another to allow a 7‑foot privacy fence at 961 Checker Drive that exceeds height and setback limits. The commission will also consider a special‑use application for a non‑academic school in the Industrial District at 358 Lexington Drive. Additional agenda items include approval of the June 17, 2026 minutes and routine reports.
- Fence code variation to replace a 6‑foot privacy fence at 166 Stonegate Drive (exceeds allowable height)
- Fence code variation to permit a 7‑foot privacy fence at 961 Checker Drive (exceeds height, style, and setback requirements along McHenry Rd/Route 83)
- Special‑use request for a non‑academic school in the Industrial District at 358 Lexington Drive
- Approval of minutes from the June 17, 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
- Other routine matters: chairperson’s report, committee and liaison reports, staff report, public comments
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✓ Decided: PZC approves three fence variations and a martial arts special use
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved two fence code variations and recommended approval of a special use for a martial arts training program. All three items passed unanimously (7-0) with two members absent. The commission also approved the June 17, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0, two abstentions) and noted the August 5, 2026 meeting is planned to be cancelled.
- Approved fence variation at 166 Stonegate Drive (7-0)
- Approved fence variation at 961 Checker Drive with condition on fence style (7-0)
- Recommended approval of special use for martial arts school at 358 Lexington Drive (7-0)
- Approved June 17, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
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AGENDA
PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION
Regular Meeting: July 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers
Fifty Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Public Hearings/Items for Consideration
Public Comment is limited to items that are on the agenda for discussion. In accordance with
Section 2.02.070 of the Municipal Code, discussion on questions from the audience will be limited
to 5 minutes and should be limited to concerns or comments regarding issues that are relevant to
Planning and Zoning Commission business. All members of the public addressing the Planning and
Zoning Commission shall maintain proper decorum and refrain from making disrespectful remarks
or comments relating to individuals. Speakers shall use every attempt to not be repetitive of points
that have been made by others. The Planning and Zoning Commission may refer any matter of
public comment to the Village Manager, Village staff or an appropriate agency for review.
A. Consideration of a Fence Code variation from Section 15.20.090, to replace a 6-foot
privacy fence that exceeds the allowable height of a privacy fence in the rear yard of
the property at 166 Stonegate Drive (Trustee Ottenheimer, Andrew Binder)
B. Consideration of a Fence Code variation, Section 15.20.040 and 15.20.090, to install
a 7-foot privacy fence that exceeds the allowable height and does not match the
permitted style of a corner side yard fence, as well as encroaches …
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION HELD
AT JEFFREY S. BRAIMAN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
FIFTY RAUPP BLVD, BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089, WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
Acting Chairperson Moodhe called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM.
Roll call indicated the following were present: PZC Acting Chairperson Moodhe, PZC
Commissioner Davis, PZC Commissioner Gregory, PZC Commissioner Worlikar, PZC
Commissioner Spunt, PZC Commissioner Saxena, PZC Commissioner Schwartz.
Absent: PZC Chairperson Weinstein, PZC Commissioner Au
Also present were: Trustee Liaison Lester Ottenheimer , Village Attorney Patrick Brankin,
Deputy Director Michelle House, and Principal Planner Andrew Binder
PUBLIC HEARINGS/ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A.
Consideration of a Fence Code variation from Section 15.20.090, to replace a
6-foot privacy fence that exceeds the allowable height of a privacy fence in the
rear yard of the property at 166 Stonegate Drive
Principal Planner Binder provided an overview of the fence variation request,
including the previous variation that was granted for the home.
Larry Orloff, property owner, was sworn in. He stated that they are proposing to
replace the existing fence with a privacy fence. The neighboring dogs don’t get
along, and the current fence is becoming dilapidated.
Commissioner Gregory questioned whether anyone had made any comments on
the application.
Binder confirmed the only call was a general …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 19:00
Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Commission considers special use for non-academic school at 1682 Barclay Boulevard
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three specific land-use requests. These include a residential porch variation, a special use permit for a school, and a sign plan amendment.
- Variation for a covered front porch setback at 506 Windover Circle
- Special Use request for a non-academic school at 1682 Barclay Boulevard
- Amendment to sign plan and sign variations for 350 McHenry Road
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AGENDA
PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION
Regular Meeting: June 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers
Fifty Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Public Hearings/Items for Consideration
Public Comment is limited to items that are on the agenda for discussion. In accordance with
Section 2.02.070 of the Municipal Code, discussion on questions from the audience will be limited
to 5 minutes and should be limited to concerns or comments regarding issues that are relevant to
Planning and Zoning Commission business. All members of the public addressing the Planning and
Zoning Commission shall maintain proper decorum and refrain from making disrespectful remarks
or comments relating to individuals. Speakers shall use every attempt to not be repetitive of points
that have been made by others. The Planning and Zoning Commission may refer any matter of
public comment to the Village Manager, Village staff or an appropriate agency for review.
A. Consideration of a variation to the Village Zoning Ordinance, Section 17.40, to
construct a covered front porch that would encroach into the side yard setback at
506 Windover Circle (Trustee Ottenheimer, Andrew Binder)
B. Consideration of a request for a Special Use for a non-academic school, classes, and
instruction in the Industrial District at 1682 Barclay Boulevard (Trustee Ottenheimer,
Michelle House)
C. Consideration of approval of an amendment to the sign plan appr …
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION HELD
AT JEFFREY S. BRAIMAN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
FIFTY RAUPP BLVD, BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
Acting Chairperson Davis called the meeting to order at 7:34 PM.
Roll call indicated the following were present: PZC Acting Chairperson Davis, PZC
Commissioner Au, PZC Commissioner Moodhe, PZC Commissioner Schwartz, PZC
Commissioner Gregory.
Also present were: Deputy Director of Community Development Michelle House,
Principal Planner Andrew Binder, Village Attorney Patrick Brankin and Trustee Liaison
Lester Ottenheimer.
PUBLIC HEARINGS/ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A.
Consideration of a variation to the Village Zoning Ordinance, Section 17.40, to
construct a covered front porch that would encroach into the side yard
setback at 506 Windover Circle
Principal Planner Binder provided an overview of the request and indicated that staff
is recommending approval.
Omar Gutiérrez, architect, was sworn in. He noted that this is one of four identical
homes in the subdivision that share the same floor plan, and that the subject
property is the only one without a covered front porch.
Com. Moodhe asked whether a variance had been granted when the home was
originally constructed to account for the existing nonconforming encroachment.
Binder confirmed that no such record could be found.
Com. Moodhe further noted that granting the variation would bring the property into
greater compliance …
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Village Board to approve ordinances and a road salt contract
The Buffalo Grove Village Board will consider approving multiple ordinances, including a road salt contract, liquor control amendments, and a special use for a dance studio. The meeting also includes a presentation of a posthumous valor award and the introduction of a new police officer.
- Ordinance approving a contract for purchase of road salt
- Ordinance amending liquor controls
- Ordinance approving a special use for a dance studio at 1388 Busch Pkwy
- Ordinance amending stormwater management easement provisions
- Ordinance approving a plat for a 76,500 sq ft addition at 990 and 1000 Deerfield Parkway
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✓ Decided: Village Board approves $8.3M in bills and several land use ordinances
The Board approved Warrant #1395 for $8,327,946.60 and accepted the 2025 Audit and Management Letter. Several ordinances were passed via consent agenda and individual votes, including a 76,500 square foot addition at Deerfield Parkway and amendments for The Clove development.
- Approved Warrant #1395 for $8,327,946.60 (6-0)
- Accepted 2025 Audit and Management Letter (6-0)
- Approved Right-of-Way Access Agreement with Unite Private Networks (6-0)
- Approved funding for Bordeaux Natural Area via DCEO agreement (6-0)
- Approved Special Use for a Dance Studio at 1388 Busch Parkway (6-0)
- Approved 76,500 square foot addition at 990 and 1000 Deerfield Parkway (6-0)
- Approved First Amendment to Redevelopment Agreement for The Clove (5-1)
- Approved Minor Amendment to Ordinance No. 2022-63 for The Clove (5-1)
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AGENDA
BUFFALO GROVE VILLAGE BOARD
Regular Meeting: June 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
a. Pledge of Allegiance
b. Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes
a. Minutes of the May 18, 2026 Village Board Regular Meeting
b. Minutes of the June 1, 2026 Village Board Committee of the Whole Meeting
3. Approval of Warrant
a. Approval of Warrant #1395 (Trustee Cesario, Chris Black)
4. Village President's Report
a. Presentation of a Posthumous Valor Award to the Family of Orlando Rivas (Trustee
Johnson, Brian Budds)
b. Proclamation Honoring Howard Green for 25 Years of Contributions to the Arts in the
Village of Buffalo Grove (President Smith, Molly Gillespie)
5. Village Manager's Report
a. Introduction of the Police Department's Newest Police Officer (Trustee Richards,
Brian Budds)
b. Acceptance of 2025 Financial Audit and Management Letter (Trustee Cesario, )
6. Special Business
7. Reports from Trustees
8. Consent Agenda
All items listed on the Consent Agenda, which are available in this room this evening, are
considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event,
the item will be removed from the General Order of Business and considered after all other items
of business on the Regular Agenda under New B …
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06/15/2026
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE PRESIDENT & BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE HELD IN THE JEFFREY S. BRAIMAN
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
President Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Those present stood and pledged allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Roll call indicated the following present: President Smith; Trustees Johnson, Richards, Cesario, Ottenheimer,
Bocek, and Weidenfeld.
Also present were: Dane Bragg, Village Manager; Patrick Brankin, Village Attorney; Chris Stilling, Deputy
Village Manager; Mike Skibbe, Deputy Village Manager/Director of Public Works; Tyler Grace, Assistant
Village Manager - Administrative Services; Katie Golbach, Director of Human Resources; Jessica Price,
Purchasing Manager; Chris Black, Director of Finance; Nicole Woods, Director of Community Development;
Briget Schwab, Village Engineer; Chris Krase, Deputy Public Works Director; Molly Gillespie, Director of
Communications; Tim Kirsininkas, Communications Coordinator; Samina Shaik, Deputy Village Clerk; Fire
Chief Kane; and Police Chief Budds.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by Ottenheimer, seconded by Bocek, to approve the minutes of the May 18, 2026, Regular Meeting.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 — Johnson, Richards, Cesario, Ottenheimer, Bocek, Weidenfeld
NAYS: 0 — None
Motion declared carried.
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🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Ottenheimer, seconded by Bocek, to approve the minutes of the May 18, 2026, Regular Meeting. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Richards, seconded by Cesario, to approve the minutes of the June 1, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Cesario, seconded by Johnson, to approve Warrant #1395 in the amount of $8,327,946.60 authorizing payment of bills listed. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Cesario, seconded by Richards, to accept the 2025 Audit and Management Letter. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Ottenheimer, seconded by Bocek, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Ottenheimer, seconded by Richards, to pass Ordinance No. 2026-64 approving a Plat of Consolidation, a Preliminary Plan, and a parking variation to allow the construction of an approximately…
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Ordinance No. 2026-65 granting the First Amendment to the Redevelopment Agreement by and among the Village of Buffalo Grove, IMKD 5 LLC, and BGA Residential LLC for The Clove Development, subject to…
4 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea
Moved by Ottenheimer, seconded by Johnson, to pass Ordinance No. 2026-66 granting a Minor Amendment to Ordinance No. 2022-63 for the Clove Planned Development, subject to the condition in the…
4 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea
Moved by Johnson, seconded by Cesario, to move to Executive Session to discuss Section 2(C)(1) of the Illinois Open Meetings Act: the Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance…
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 10:00
Police Pension Board
Board will hear Officer Derek Hawkins’ disability pension application.
The Buffalo Grove Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to consider a disability pension application for Officer Derek Hawkins. The agenda also includes a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker, a discussion of possible action on an American Express litigation matter, and a closed session for deliberating evidence and testimony if needed.
- Hearing on Officer Derek Hawkins’ disability pension application
- Public comment (max 3 minutes per person)
- Discussion of possible action on American Express litigation
- Closed session to consider evidence and testimony per Open Meetings Act
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Buffalo Grove Police Pension Fund
46 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089
Tony Turano Tony Montiel Cody Barker Jeff Feld Kenneth Fox
President Vice President Secretary Asst. Secretary Trustee
NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Buffalo Grove Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will conduct a special meeting on Tuesday, June 9, 2026
at 10:00 a.m. in the Village Hall EOC located at 50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089, for the purposes
set forth in the following agenda:
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Public Comment (limit of 3 minutes per person)
4. Hearing on the Application for Disability Pension – Officer Derek Hawkins
5. Closed Session, if needed (Section 2(c)(4) of the Open Meetings Act – deliberation over evidence and
testimony received in open session (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(4))
6. Discussion/Possible Action – American Express Litigation
7. Adjournment
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Commission to consider school zoning and comprehensive plan
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a special use request for a non-academic school at 1388 Busch Parkway and an amendment to adopt the new BG2050 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will also include the approval of previous minutes and committee reports.
- Consideration of Special Use for non-academic school at 1388 Busch Parkway
- Consideration of Amendment to Ordinance 2009-15 for BG2050 Comprehensive Plan
- Approval of Draft Minutes of the May 20, 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
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AGENDA
PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION
Regular Meeting: June 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers
Fifty Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Public Hearings/Items for Consideration
Public Comment is limited to items that are on the agenda for discussion. In accordance with
Section 2.02.070 of the Municipal Code, discussion on questions from the audience will be limited
to 5 minutes and should be limited to concerns or comments regarding issues that are relevant to
Planning and Zoning Commission business. All members of the public addressing the Planning and
Zoning Commission shall maintain proper decorum and refrain from making disrespectful remarks
or comments relating to individuals. Speakers shall use every attempt to not be repetitive of points
that have been made by others. The Planning and Zoning Commission may refer any matter of
public comment to the Village Manager, Village staff or an appropriate agency for review.
A. Consideration of a request for a Special Use for a non-academic school, classes, and
instruction in the Industrial District at 1388 Busch Parkway (Trustee Ottenheimer,
Andrew Binder)
B. Consideration of an Amendment to Ordinance 2009-15 as the Village of Buffalo
Grove proposes to adopt a new Comprehensive Plan entitled BG2050
Comprehensive Plan. (Trustee Ottenheimer, Michelle House)
3. Regular Meeting
A. Other Matters for Discussion
B. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval …
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION HELD
AT JEFFREY S. BRAIMAN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
FIFTY RAUPP BLVD, BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Weinstein called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM.
Roll call indicated the following were present: PZC Chairperson Weinstein, PZC
Commissioner Au, PZC Commissioner Moodhe, PZC Commissioner Worlikar, PZC
Commissioner Spunt, PZC Commissioner Davis, PZC Commissioner Schwartz, PZC
Commissioner Gregory.
Also present were: Trustee Liaison Lester Ottenheimer, Village Attorney Patrick Brankin,
Director of Community Development Nicole Woods, Deputy Director of Community
Development Michelle House, and Principal Planner Andrew Binder
PUBLIC HEARINGS/ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
A.
Consideration of a request for a Special Use for a non-academic school,
classes, and instruction in the Industrial District at 1388 Busch Parkway
Principal Planner Binder provided an overview of the request and indicated that staff
is recommending approval.
Kristina Saldarelli, owner of Saldarelli Dance Arts, was sworn in. Ms. Saldarelli
shared her more than 25 years of experience in dance education and performance,
including her role as an adjunct professor and her longstanding connection to the
former studio in Buffalo Grove. She described her new business as a continuation of
the prior studio, with no planned changes to the physical space. To ensure safe
traffic f …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Village Board to review financial forecasts and Clove Park concept plan
The Village Board will discuss long-term financial planning and utility taxes. The meeting includes a presentation of the Clove Park Concept Plan and a review of the General Fund forecast through 2031.
- Presentation of Clove Park Concept Plan
- General Fund Financial Forecast FY 2027- FY 2031
- FY 2026 20-Year Water Pro Forma
- Discussion of Sunset Home Rule and Utility Tax
- Introduction of Deputy Director of Finance, Tricia Farkas
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✓ Decided: Board unanimously votes to adjourn the June 1, 2026 meeting
The Village Board voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 7:52 P.M. The meeting featured reports on National Pollinators Month, a community blood drive, the farmer’s market, a water ambassador award, a new deputy finance director, the Clove Park project, and financial forecasts, but no substantive actions were taken. Staff recommended no changes to the Sunset Home Rule or utility tax at this time.
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
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AGENDA
BUFFALO GROVE VILLAGE BOARD
Committee of the Whole: June 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers
Fifty Raupp Blvd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089-2139
1. Call to Order
a. Pledge of Allegiance
b. Roll Call
2. Village President's Report
a. Proclamation Recognizing June as National Pollinators Month (President Smith,
Christopher Stilling)
b. Recognition of the 4C STEM Club (President Smith, Molly Gillespie)
3. Special Business
a. Water Ambassador Award Presentation (Trustee Weidenfeld, Chris Krase)
b. Introduction of the new Deputy Director of Finance, Tricia Farkas (Trustee Cesario,
Chris Black)
c. Presentation of Clove Park Concept Plan (Trustee Ottenheimer, Nicole Woods)
d. Sunset Home Rule and Utility Tax (Trustee Cesario, Chris Black)
e. General Fund Financial Forecast FY 2027- FY 2031 (Trustee Cesario, Chris Black)
f. FY 2026 20-Year Water Pro Forma (Trustee Cesario, Chris Black)
4. Public Comment
Public Comment is limited to items that are not on the regular agenda. In accordance with Section
2.02.070 of the Municipal Code, discussion on questions from the audience will be limited to 5
minutes and should be limited to concerns or comments regarding issues that are relevant to
Village Board business. All members of the public addressing the Village Board shall maintain
proper decorum and refrain from making disrespectful remarks or comments relating to
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MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF THE VILLAGE PRESIDENT &
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE HELD IN THE
JEFFREY S. BRAIMAN COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT VILLAGE HALL, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD,
BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS, MONDAY JUNE 1, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
President Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Those present stood and pledged allegiance to the
Flag.
ROLL CALL
Roll call indicated the following present: President Smith; Trustees Johnson, Richards, Cesario, Ottenheimer,
Bocek and Weidenfeld
Also present were: Dane Bragg, Village Manager; Chris Stilling, Deputy Village Manager; Chris Black,
Finance Director; Tricia Farkas, Deputy Finance Director; Nicole Woods, Director of Community
Development; Molly Gillespie, Communications Director; Tim Kirsininkas, Communications Coordinator;
Briget Schwab, Village Engineer; Ryan Rivard, Superintendent of Utilities; Deputy Police Chief Anderson; Fire
Chief Kane.
The Committee of the Whole Meeting consisted of staff reports and Board discussion on the listed topics, with
staff answering questions from the Board on each topic.
VILLAGE PRESIDENT’S REPORT
President Eric Smith proclaimed the month of June 2026 as National Pollinators Month in the Village of
Buffalo Grove and encouraged all residents to participate in community activities that support and celebrate
pollinator conservation.
President Smith recognized and congratulated members of the 4C STEM Club for their recent
accomplishments at the regional a …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Cesario, seconded by Johnson, to adjourn the meeting. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Board to discuss police/firefighter candidate hiring and approve executive session minutes
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from May 4, 2026, and consider executive session minutes. The main business is a discussion and possible action on specific police officer and/or firefighter/paramedic candidates. The agenda also includes reports from the chair, commissioners, and chiefs, plus public comment.
- Approval of BFPC Executive Session Minutes
- Discussion and possible action on a specific police officer and/or firefighter/paramedic candidate(s)
- Approval of May 4, 2026 meeting minutes
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AGENDA
BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE
COMMISSIONERS
Regular Meeting: June 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Beverly Sussman Conference Room
Fifty Raupp Blvd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes
A. Meeting Minutes - May 4, 2026
4. Chairperson's Report
5. Commissioners' Reports
6. Chiefs' Reports
7. Questions from the Audience
8. Special Business
9. Old Business
10. New Business
A. Approval of BFPC Executive Session Minutes
B. Discussion and possible action on a specific police officer and/or
firefighter/paramedic candidate(s), if necessary
11. Executive Session
12. Adjournment
The Village of Buffalo Grove, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that
persons with disabilities who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting or have questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities, contact
the ADA Coordinator at 847-459-2500 to allow the Village to make reasonable accommodations for
those persons.
Wed May 27, 2026 · 19:00
Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities
Commission to discuss job placement and upcoming events for residents with disabilities
The Rick Kahen Commission for Residents with Disabilities will meet to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss upcoming events like Buddy Baseball and a resource guide. The group will also review a bill regarding inclusion and access.
- Approval of April 22, 2026 minutes
- Guest speaker from JCFS on job placement
- Buddy Baseball Spring League (May 10–June 28)
- Buddy Baseball Fall League (Sep 13–Oct 25)
- Discussion on bill regarding inclusion and access
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✓ Decided: Commission approved April 22 minutes unanimously
The commission voted to approve the April 22, 2026 meeting minutes with all present commissioners in favor. Staff Liaison Tyler Ankney will contact the Park District about marking a sidewalk dip near the Fitness Center. The June 7 Buddy Baseball game was cancelled due to parking and road blockage concerns. Follow‑up tasks were assigned for several upcoming events and for the Autism Hero Project.
- Approved April 22, 2026 minutes (unanimous vote)
- Staff Liaison to reach out to Park District about sidewalk dip marking
- Cancelled June 7 Buddy Baseball game (parking/road blockage)
- Staff Liaison to contact BGPD for therapy‑dog info for Sept 7 event
- Commissioners Klassman and Ankney to communicate game cancellation to players
- Staff Liaison to follow up on Autism Hero Project update
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1. Welcome and Call to Order
a. Guest - Nanette Cohen, Senior Director of Employment (JCFS), to discuss their job
placement program for individuals with special needs.
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes: April 22, 2026
4. Chair Report (Judy Samuels)
a. Commissioner Anniversary
5. Trustee(s) Report (David Weidenfeld)
6. Staff Liaison Report (Tyler Ankney)
7. Working Groups Report
a. Ensuring Opportunities for Hands-on Fun (Commissioners Amy Parker and Mark Weiner)
i. Buddy Baseball Spring League (May 10 through June 28; Sundays 11 am)
Allstar game: Jun 21; Rain date: Jun. 28)
1. Updates
ii. Fun & Food Event (Monday Sept 7)
1. Grady – BGPD Therapy Dog
iii. Future 2026 Events
1. Buddy Baseball Exhibition Game Event (Saturday Sept 5)
2. Buddy Baseball Fall League (Sep 13 through Oct 25; Sundays 11 am)
Allstar game: Oct 18; Rain date: Oct 25)
3. Bowling with Buddies Event (October 29)
b. Sponsorships / Donations
c. Advocating for Inclusion and Access (Lead: Vice Chair Marty Sussman)
1. Follow up to Rep. Morgan’s bill 862 taken over by Senator Morrison which appears to be
completely changed in a Senate bill.
d. Trusted Resource for Accommodations and Services (Sharing of Best Practices and
Developing a Resource Guide (Education) (Lead: Commissioner Zalay)
i. No Updates
8. Unfinished Business
a. Autism Hero Project/Blue Envelope Project (Commissioner Jaregui)
i. Update following Police Department meeting
AGENDA
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1. Welcome and Call to Order at 7:08 PM
a. Guest - Nanette Cohen, Senior Director, Employment (JCFS), to discuss their job placement
program for individuals with special needs.
i. Leah Rudy, Manager of Client Services (JCFS), joined Nanette Cohen with a
presentation and discussion of the placement program for individuals with special
needs. Answered many questions. For additional information:
https://www.jcfs.org/jvs
2. Roll Call
a. Commissioners Present: Chair Judy Samuels, Vice Chair Marty Sussman, Commissioners
Kate Jauregui, Matthew Dragon, Mark Weiner, Dean Klassman, Gowri Magati, Beth Shapiro
and Jack Shapiro.
b. Commissioners Not Present: Commissioners Leo Njongmeta, Amy Parker, Lexi Robinson,
Allie Zalay
c. Staff Liaison Present: Tyler Ankney
d. Trustee Liaison Present: Dave Weidenfeld
3. Approval of Minutes: April 22, 2026
a. Motion to approve April 22, 2026 minutes: Commissioner Dragon
b. Second: Commissioner J. Shapiro
c. In Favor: All Present
d. Oppose: None
e. Abstain: None
f. Motion passes
4. Chair Report (Judy Samuels)
a. Commissioner Anniversary – Commissioner Mark Weiner celebrating 27 years,
congratulations!
5. Trustee(s) Report (David Weidenfeld)
a. In response to the RKCRD’s concern regarding whether or not accessible parking spaces
and ramp/curb cuts must be placed as close to the main entrance as possible, Trustee
Weidenfeld did a deeper dive into the Buffalo Grove Municipal code in relation to the …
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 19:00
Health Commission
Health Commission to discuss program updates and blood drive schedule
The Health Commission will meet to review program updates and the schedule for upcoming blood drives. The meeting also includes a public portion for resident input.
- Program updates
- Upcoming blood drive schedule
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Beverly Sussman Trustee Conference Room, Buffalo Grove
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AGENDA
HEALTH COMMISSION
Regular Meeting: May 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Beverly Sussman Conference Room
Fifty Raupp Blvd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Program Updates
4. Upcoming Blood Drive Schedule
5. Public Portion
6. Adjournment
The Village of Buffalo Grove, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that
persons with disabilities who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting or have questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities, contact
the ADA Coordinator at 847-459-2500 to allow the Village to make reasonable accommodations for
those persons.
Wed May 20, 2026 · 19:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Commission to consider 76,500 sq ft addition at Deerfield Parkway
The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a development proposal for 990 and 1000 Deerfield Parkway. The body will review a plat of consolidation, a preliminary plan, and a parking variation.
- Proposed 76,500 sq ft addition at 990 and 1000 Deerfield Parkway
- Consideration of a Plat of Consolidation
- Review of a parking variation
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Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
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AGENDA
PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION
Regular Meeting: May 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers
Fifty Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
2. Public Hearings/Items for Consideration
Public Comment is limited to items that are on the agenda for discussion. In accordance with
Section 2.02.070 of the Municipal Code, discussion on questions from the audience will be limited
to 5 minutes and should be limited to concerns or comments regarding issues that are relevant to
Planning and Zoning Commission business. All members of the public addressing the Planning and
Zoning Commission shall maintain proper decorum and refrain from making disrespectful remarks
or comments relating to individuals. Speakers shall use every attempt to not be repetitive of points
that have been made by others. The Planning and Zoning Commission may refer any matter of
public comment to the Village Manager, Village staff or an appropriate agency for review.
A. Consideration of a Plat of Consolidation, a Preliminary Plan, and a parking variation
to allow the construction of an approximately 76,500 sq ft addition at 990 and 1000
Deerfield Parkway (Trustee Ottenheimer, Andrew Binder)
3. Regular Meeting
A. Other Matters for Discussion
B. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of Draft Minutes from March 4, 2026 PZC Meeting
C. Chairperson's Report
D. Committee and Liaison Reports
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 19:00
Village Board
Board votes on amending FY2025 budget
The Buffalo Grove Village Board will consider consent agenda items and multiple ordinances. Key actions include amending the fiscal year 2025 budget, approving an intergovernmental agreement for Deerfield Parkway road improvements, and authorizing a grant for police drone program expansion. The board will also vote on firefighter wage increases and revised employee pay ranges.
- O-2026-50 Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
- O-2026-51 Ordinance Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with Lake County for Deerfield Parkway/Road improvements
- O-2026-54 Ordinance Approving 2026 Side Letter Wages Between the Village and the Buffalo Grove Professional Firefighter/Paramedic Association (IAFF Local 3177)
- R-2026-9 Resolution Approving Grant for Police Drone Program Expansion
- R-2026-10 Resolution Approving the Revised 2026 Pay Ranges for Buffalo Grove Employees
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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves $5.75M warrant and eight key ordinances
The Village Board approved the April 20 minutes and a $5,754,323.85 warrant, both 6‑0. It also approved eight ordinances and resolutions covering liquor controls, road improvements, fire station services, road salt, collective bargaining, pay ranges, a police drone grant, and the Buffalo Grove Days Festival, each with a 6‑0 vote.
- Approved April 20 minutes (6-0)
- Approved Warrant #1394 for $5,754,323.85 (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2026-49 Liquor Controls amendment (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2026-51 Deerfield Parkway/Road improvements intergovernmental agreement (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2026-52 Fire Station 26 surveying and engineering agreement (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2026-53 Road Salt contract up to $201,978 (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2026-54 Collective Bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 3177 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-10 revised 2026 employee pay ranges (6-0)
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall, Buffalo Grove
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AGENDA
BUFFALO GROVE VILLAGE BOARD
Regular Meeting: May 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Jeffrey S. Braiman Council Chambers, Village Hall
50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1. Call to Order
a. Pledge of Allegiance
b. Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes
a. Minutes of the April 20, 2026 Village Board Regular Meeting
3. Approval of Warrant
a. Approval of Warrant #1394 (Trustee Cesario, Chris Black)
4. Village President's Report
a. 2026-2027 Village Board Portfolios (President Smith, Dane Bragg)
b. Appointment of Board, Commission, and Committee Members (President Smith,
Kathryn Golbach)
5. Village Manager's Report
a. Swearing In of Firefighter Dimitar Hristov (Trustee Richards, Lawrence Kane)
b. Deputy Director of Community Development Introduction (Trustee Ottenheimer,
Nicole Woods)
6. Special Business
7. Reports from Trustees
8. Consent Agenda
All items listed on the Consent Agenda, which are available in this room this evening, are
considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event,
the item will be removed from the General Order of Business and considered after all other items
of business on the Regular Agenda under New Business.
a. National Police Week Proclamation (Trustee Richards, Brian Budds)
b. EMS Week Proclamation (Trustee Richards, Lawrence Kane)
c. Proclamation Recognizing Ma …
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05/18/2026
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE PRESIDENT & BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE HELD IN THE JEFFREY S. BRAIMAN
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
President Smith called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Those present stood and pledged allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Roll call indicated the following present: President Smith; Trustees Johnson, Richards, Cesario, Ottenheimer,
Bocek, and Weidenfeld.
Also present were: Dane Bragg, Village Manager; Patrick Brankin, Village Attorney; Mike Skibbe, Deputy
Village Manager/Director of Public Works; Katie Golbach, Director of Human Resources; Jessica Price,
Purchasing Manager; Chris Black, Director of Finance; Nicole Woods, Director of Community Development:
Michelle House, Deputy Director of Community Development; Briget Schwab, Village Engineer; Chris Krase,
Deputy Public Works Director; Tom Wisniewski, Facilities Manager; Molly Gillespie, Director of
Communications; Samina Shaik, Deputy Village Clerk; Fire Chief Kane; and Police Chief Budds.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by Richards, seconded by Weidenfeld, to approve the minutes of the April 20, 2026, Regular Meeting.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 — Johnson, Richards, Cesario, Ottenheimer, Bocek, Weidenfeld
NAYS: 0 — None
Motion declared carried.
WARRANT #1394
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🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Richards, seconded by Weidenfeld, to approve the minutes of the April 20, 2026, Regular Meeting. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Cesario, seconded by Johnson, to approve Warrant #1394 in the amount of $5,754,323.85 authorizing payment of bills listed. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Weidenfeld, seconded by Johnson, to concur with President Smith’s appointments. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Cesario, seconded by Bocek, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Cesario, seconded by Johnson, to pass Ordinance No. 2026-53 authorizing the Village Manager to execute a Contract with Morton Salt, Inc. at a price not to exceed $201,978.00 pending final…
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Bocek, seconded by Weidenfeld, to pass Ordinance No. 2026-54 authorizing the Village Manager to sign a letter of agreement between the Village of Buffalo Grove and the Buffalo Grove…
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Bocek, seconded by Richards, to pass Resolution No. 2026-10 approving the revised 2026 pay ranges for Village of Buffalo Grove employees. Ms. Golbach reviewed the proposed ordinance, details…
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Moved by Richards, seconded by Cesario, to adjourn the meeting. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
5 yea
Richards yea · Cesario yea · Ottenheimer yea · Bocek yea · Weidenfeld yea
Mon May 18, 2026 · 08:30
Firefighters Pension Board
Firefighters Pension Board to review asset management agreement and election results
The Board of Trustees will review financial reports from January through March 2026 and discuss a potential agreement with Sawyer Falduto Asset Management, LLC. The body will also certify board election results and review a preliminary actuarial valuation.
- Discussion and possible action on Sawyer Falduto Asset Management, LLC Agreement
- Certification of Board Election Results for Active and Retired Member Positions
- Review of preliminary actuarial valuation
- Review and approval of retro payment for Cynthia Barry
- Review of monthly financial reports from Lauterbach & Amen
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Buffalo Grove Firefighters’ Pension Fund
50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089
NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Buffalo Grove Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will conduct a regular meeting on Monday, May 18, 2026
at 8:30 a.m. in Village Hall located at 50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089, for the purposes set forth in the
following agenda:
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Remote Attendance and Full Participation by Certain Trustees (if any)
4. Public Comment
5. Approval of Meeting Minutes
a.) February 9, 2026 Regular Meeting
6. Financial/Investment Reports
a.) Monthly Financial Reports from Lauterbach & Amen (January, February and March 2026)
b.) Presentation and Approval of Bills
c.) Additional Bills, if any
d.) Review – Cash Balances of Local Accounts
i. BMO Bank Statement and Current Balance Status
ii. Schwab Statement, Current Balance Status and Quarterly Report – Sawyer Falduto
e.) Review/Approval – FPIF Statements of Results (January, February and March 2026)
f.) Review/Approval – FPIF Monthly Investment Summaries (January, February and March 2026)
g.) Review/Approval – FPIF Quarterly Private Market Report
h.) Review of Cash Projections and Cash Needs
7. Communications and Reports
a.) Affidavits of Continued Eligibility
b.) Statements of Economic Interest
c.) FOIA Response to Owen Wang, Prairie State Wire
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Wed May 13, 2026 · 19:00
Farmers Market Committee
Farmers Market Committee will discuss vendors and event details
The committee will discuss food vendors, giveaways and shirts, and other vendor categories including business of the week, not‑for‑profits, and entertainment. They will also choose the date for the next meeting and hold a public portion of the meeting.
- Discussion of food vendors
- Discussion of giveaways and shirts
- Discussion of other vendors (business of the week, not‑for‑profits, entertainment)
- Selection of date for next meeting (potentially at the market)
- Public portion of the meeting
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AGENDA
FARMERS MARKET COMMITTEE
Regular Meeting: May 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Village Hall - Trustee Conference Room - Main Level
Fifty Raupp Blvd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089-2139
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Discussion of Food Vendors
4. Discuss giveaways and shirts
5. Discussion of Other Vendors
A. Business of the week
B. Not-For-Profits
C. Entertainment
6. Choose last meeting date- At the market?
7. Public Portion
8. Adjournment
The Village of Buffalo Grove, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that
persons with disabilities who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting or have questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities, contact
the ADA Coordinator at 847-459-2500 to allow the Village to make reasonable accommodations for
those persons.
Fri May 8, 2026 · 09:00
Police Pension Board
Police Pension Board to certify election results and review funding policies
The Buffalo Grove Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to certify board election results for active and retired member positions. The board will also discuss the Cash Management Policy and the Actuarial Funding Policy.
- Certification of Board Election Results for Active and Retired Member Positions
- Review of Preliminary Actuarial Valuation
- Approval of regular retirement benefits for Danielle Baron
- Applications for membership for Jack Petit and Jacob Simon
- Review and adoption of Decision and Order for Kurt Lowenberg
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Buffalo Grove Police Department
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Buffalo Grove Police Pension Fund
46 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089
Tony Turano Tony Montiel Cody Barker Jeff Feld Kenneth Fox
President Vice President Secretary Asst. Secretary Trustee
NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Buffalo Grove Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will conduct a regular meeting on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00
a.m. in the Buffalo Grove Police Department located at 46 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089, for the
purposes set forth in the following agenda:
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Remote Attendance by Certain Trustees (if any)
4. Public Comment (limit of 3 minutes per person)
5. Approval of Meeting Minutes
a. January 22, 2026 Regular Meeting
6. Treasurer’s Report
7. Accountant’s Report – Lauterbach & Amen
a. Monthly Financial Report
b. Presentation and Approval of Bills
c. Additional Bills, if any
d. Discussion/Possible Action – Cash Management Policy
8. Investment Report
a. IPOPIF – Verus Advisory, Inc.
i. State Street Statement
9. Applications for Membership/Withdrawals from Fund
a. Applications for Membership – Jack Petit and Jacob Simon
10. Applications for Retirement/Disability Benefits
a. Approve Regular Retirement Benefits – Danielle Baron
11. Old Business
a. Status of IPOPIF Compliance Audit
12. New Business
a. Review Preliminary Actuarial Valuation
b. Discussion/Possible Action – Actuarial Funding Policy
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $428.9M | KAY AND ASSOCIATES, INC. Department of Defense · AWARD CMSS |
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| $21.0M | KAY AND ASSOCIATES, INC. Department of Defense · FLIGHT LINE, CORROSION CONTROL, TOOL ROOM AND "O/I" LEVEL MAINTENANCE |
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| $18.4M | KAY AND ASSOCIATES, INC. Department of Defense · AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE FUNCTIONS OF AIRCRAFT "I" LEVEL MAINTENANCE SUPPO |
| $17.1M | KAY AND ASSOCIATES, INC. Department of Defense · MAINTENANCE SUPPORT NAS LEMOORE SEARCH AND RESCUE (SAR) LEMOORE, CA. |
| $17.1M | KAY AND ASSOCIATES, INC. Department of Defense · CFT SUPPORT SERVICES |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Cook County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-42,264 people (-$4.46B net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)5 ({"Flood": 8, "Severe Storm": 8, "Snowstorm": 4, "Biological" · last Fri Sep 20, 2024)
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments134,513 (2,492,328 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,761/mo (261 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy25.4% (low numeracy 36% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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5,264
Recorded votes
1
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.