Channahon public meetings in 2025

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss a first reading of an ordinance for a residential refuse service agreement with LRS Holdings, LLC. The meeting includes discussions on watermain and resurfacing project change orders and easement acquisitions. The session will also include recognition of public works employees and EMA volunteers.

• First read of an ordinance for a Residential Refuse Service Agreement with LRS Holdings, LLC
• Route 6 Watermain Improvements Change Order 8
• 2025 Local Resurfacing Project Change Order No. 1
• Resolution for temporary and perpetual easements on North Eames Street between Thomas Dillon Drive and Patricia Lane

VP Moorman Schumacher recognized Public Works employees for their role in an Amazon investigation. EMA Director John Grimmenga recognized four long‑time volunteers and noted the corps now has 28 members. The board discussed a proposed six‑year residential refuse service agreement with LRS Holdings to begin May 1 2026, but the minutes do not record any approval, denial, or vote.

Board of Trustees

The Board will vote on several routine financial items, including payments of $11,825,643.03 for the Bills List, $105,472.60 for manual checks, and $189,093.36 for net payroll expenses. Trustees will consider an ordinance to authorize a residential refuse service agreement with LRS Holdings, LLC. Public Works will consider change orders for Route 6 watermain improvements, a local resurfacing project, and a resolution to purchase easements along North Eames Street.

• Approve payment of Bills List – $11,825,643.03
• Approve payment of Manual Checks – $105,472.60
• Approve payment of Net Payroll Expenses – $189,093.36
• Ordinance authorizing Residential Refuse Service Agreement with LRS Holdings, LLC (first read)
• Resolution to purchase temporary and perpetual easements along North Eames Street between Thomas Dillon Drive and Patricia Lane

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, authorizing payments of $11,825,643.03 for bills, $105,472.60 for manual checks, and $189,093.36 for payroll expenses. It also approved an ordinance to execute a residential refuse service agreement with LRS Holdings, LLC. Additionally, the Board approved several public‑works actions: Route 6 watermain improvement change order 8, the 2025 local resurfacing project change order 1, and a resolution to purchase easements along North Eames Street. An executive session on employee and real‑estate matters was opened and later closed, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved consent agenda, including $11,825,643.03 bills payment (unanimous)
• Approved $105,472.60 manual checks payment (unanimous)
• Approved $189,093.36 net payroll expenses (unanimous)
• Approved Residential Refuse Service Agreement with LRS Holdings, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Route 6 Watermain Improvement Change Order 8 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Local Resurfacing Project Change Order No. 1 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of temporary and perpetual easements along North Eames Street (unanimous)
• Opened and closed executive session on employee and real‑estate matters (unanimous)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will meet to discuss the development of a scholarship fund program. The body will also review the Route 66th 100th Anniversary Project and the Channahon Park District Fitness Station.

• Development of Scholarship Fund Program
• Route 66th 100th Anniversary Project
• Channahon Park District Fitness Station

The commission approved the minutes from the October 22 and November 11 meetings. The National Fitness Campaign approved the fitness mural, and the commission decided to remove the park district logo and change the vignettes. The next meeting was scheduled for January 14, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Approved minutes from Oct 22 and Nov 11 meetings
• National Fitness Campaign approved fitness mural; commission removed park district logo and revised vignettes
• Set next meeting for Jan 14, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
• Motion to adjourn approved

TIF Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to review the annual TIF report and the 2024 real estate tax distribution for the NiGas (Aux Sable) district. The meeting includes a presentation by Heather Wagonblott of the Village of Channahon.

• Presentation of the Annual TIF Report
• Presentation of the 2024 Real Estate Tax Distribution

TIF Review Board

The Joint Review Board for the Interchange I55 & Rt 6 Redevelopment TIF District will meet to review the annual TIF report. The board will also examine the 2024 real estate tax distribution.

• Presentation of the Annual TIF Report
• Presentation of the 2024 Real Estate Tax Distribution

TIF Review Board

The Tryon Street Joint Review Board will accept the minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting. It will receive presentations of the Annual TIF Report and the 2024 Real Estate Tax Distribution, both by Heather Wagonblott. The board will then take questions from members and allow public comment before adjourning.

• Accept minutes from the December 11, 2024 Tryon Street Joint Review Board meeting
• Presentation of the Annual TIF Report by Heather Wagonblott
• Presentation of the 2024 Real Estate Tax Distribution by Heather Wagonblott
• Board members' question period
• Public comment period

Tree Board

The Tree Board meeting scheduled for September 10, 2025, was cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an application for a special use permit for a solar energy facility located at 2287-2483 County Road 7000 N (Bungalow Road), Morris, IL 60450. After the hearing, the commission will review the application and make a recommendation. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from August 11, 2025 and October 13, 2025.

• Public Hearing – Application for a Special Use Permit for a solar energy facility at 2287-2483 County Road 7000 N (Bungalow Road), Morris, IL 60450
• Review and Recommendation – Same special use permit application for the solar energy facility
• Approval of Minutes – August 11, 2025 and October 13, 2025

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from its August 11 and October 13 meetings, each with one abstention. The commission then voted to open a public hearing on the special‑use permit application for a 4.95 MW community solar project at 2287‑2483 County Road 7000 N. All votes were recorded as carried.

• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (1 abstain, motion carried)
• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (1 abstain, motion carried)
• Opened public hearing for special‑use permit for solar facility (unanimous ayes, motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss tax levies for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and an ordinance regarding municipal grocery retailers' and service occupation taxes. The meeting includes reviews of non-bargaining position compensation and police hiring. Public Works items include a drainage project change order and a water delivery easement.

• Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes for fiscal year May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026
• Ordinance amending Municipal Grocery Retailers’ and Service Occupation Tax
• Tax levy abatement ordinances for General Obligation Bonds Series 2016 and Refunding General Obligation Bonds Series 2021B
• Easement Agreement for Water Delivery Structure with Rivers Plaza Unit 1 and Grand Prairie Water Commission
• Change Order 1 for 2025 Drainage Improvement Project

The Village Board approved Ordinance 2195 to implement a 1% municipal grocery occupation tax after the state grocery tax was repealed. The Illinois Department of Revenue requested an amendment to correct a cross‑reference, which the Board will adopt by Jan 1 2026. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 2195 implementing municipal grocery occupation tax

Board of Trustees

The Board will vote on an ordinance establishing the village tax levy and assessment for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2025 and ending April 30, 2026. It will also consider amendments to the municipal grocery occupation tax and partial abatements of the tax levy for existing bond series. Additional items include hiring a police officer and approving a water‑delivery easement with the Grand Prairie Water Commission.

• Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2195 to implement a municipal grocery retailers’ occupation tax
• Ordinance for the levy and assessment of taxes for FY 2025‑2026
• Ordinance abating a portion of the tax levy for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2016
• Consider approval to hire a police officer
• Resolution approving an easement agreement for a water delivery structure with the Grand Prairie Water Commission

The Board approved the consent agenda payments totaling $619,438.92 and adopted an amendment to Ordinance No. 2195 establishing a municipal grocery retailer occupation tax. It also approved the 2025 property tax levy of $3,520,000 along with related tax‑abatement ordinances. Additionally, the Board hired Police Officer Nina Funk, and approved a water‑easement agreement and a drainage project change order.

• Approved consent agenda payments ($421,665.73 bills, $20,534.00 manual checks, $177,238.19 payroll) (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Ordinance No. 2195 – municipal grocery retailer occupation tax (6-0)
• Approved 2025 property tax levy of $3,520,000 (6-0)
• Approved tax‑abatement ordinances for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2016 and Series 2021B (6-0)
• Approved hiring of Police Officer Nina Funk (6-0)
• Approved easement agreement for River Plaza Unit 1 with Grand Prairie Water Commission (6-0)
• Approved Change Order 1 for 2025 Drainage Improvement Project (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The commission will approve the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting. Old business includes a fire‑proof file cabinet purchase, a commission laptop purchase, and review of the Rules of Conduct document. New business covers review or elimination of police commission files, proposed 2026 meeting dates, the IFPCA Fall Seminar in Lisle, and an amendment to the Rules of Conduct. A bill for $1,309.79 to cover IFPCA Fall Conference tuition and lodging will be considered, and a closed session will address employee appointment, employment, dismissal, compensation, discipline, and performance matters.

• Fire‑proof file cabinet purchase
• Commission laptop computer purchase
• Rules of Conduct document review/discussion/approval
• IFPCA Fall Conference tuition and lodging – $1,309.79
• Closed meeting on employee appointment, dismissal, compensation, and discipline

The Board approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0). It accepted the 2026 meeting dates of Jan 21, Apr 15, Jul 15 and Oct 21 by voice vote (4 yeas, 0 nays). The Board also approved a $1,309.79 payment for commission members' lodging and tuition at the IFPCA seminar, and voted to adjourn the meeting (4 yeas, 0 nays).

• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Accepted 2026 meeting dates (voice vote 4 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved $1,309.79 payment for IFPCA conference lodging and tuition (voice vote 4 yeas, 0 nays)
• Agreed to pay hotel accommodations for Frank Myers at IFPCA meeting
• Motion to adjourn approved (voice vote 4 yeas, 0 nays)
• Commissioner Myers to send Rules of Conduct document to John Kelly for legal review
• Commissioner Myers to contact Cheri Cameron for advice on file document disposal

Board of Trustees

The Board will discuss a resolution to waive sewer and water connection fees and an ordinance creating a system of administrative adjudication. It will consider several finance ordinances, including a levy and assessment of taxes for the fiscal year May 1 2025‑April 30 2026 and partial abatements of tax levies for General Obligation Bonds (Series 2016 and Series 2021 B). Additional items include an E‑Bike ordinance, a discussion of engineering services for US Route 6 Multi‑Use Path Phase 1, and executive‑session matters on real‑estate transactions and pending litigation.

• Resolution establishing a policy for waiver of sewer and water connection feed costs
• Ordinance establishing a system of administrative adjudication (1st read)
• Ordinance for levy and assessment of taxes for FY 2025‑2026 (1st read)
• E‑Bike ordinance (1st read)
• Discussion of US Route 6 Multi‑Use Path Phase 1 engineering services

The Board reviewed a resolution to stop waiving sewer and water connection fees, a first‑read ordinance to create an administrative adjudication system, and staff recommendations for the 2025 property tax levy. No motions were voted on or adopted; the adjudication ordinance and tax levy will be taken up at future meetings.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will approve routine payments totaling $1,413,771.89 and consider several first‑read ordinances, including a tax levy and assessment ordinance for FY 2025‑2026, an E‑Bike ordinance, and a policy waiver for sewer and water connection costs. Additional items include approval of engineering services for the US Route 6 Multi‑Use Path Phase 1. The meeting also features reports from village officials and departmental statistical updates.

• Approve payment of bills list for $1,221,752.87
• Approve payment of manual checks for $9,715.58
• Approve payment of net payroll expenses for $182,303.44
• Consider first‑read ordinance establishing a tax levy and assessment for FY 2025‑2026
• Consider first‑read E‑Bike ordinance

The Board approved the consent agenda and a resolution establishing a policy for waiving sewer and water connection fees. It also approved the E‑Bike Ordinance, the US Route 6 Multi‑Use Path Phase I engineering services contract, and several payment items. An executive session was opened and then closed to discuss real‑estate and pending litigation matters.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved Resolution establishing policy for waiver of sewer and water connection fees (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved E‑Bike Ordinance, waiving second read (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved US Route 6 Multi‑Use Path Phase I Engineering Services (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved payment of Bills List $1,221,752.87 (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved payment of Manual Checks $9,715.58 (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved payment of Net Payroll Expenses $182,303.44 (unanimous 6‑0)
• Opened and closed executive session for purchase/lease of real estate and pending litigation (unanimous 6‑0)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will meet on November 12, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in Channahon. The agenda includes approval of minutes for two prior meetings, a public comment period, and presentations on the 2025 Sips, Sights and Sounds recap, an attraction map, a fitness station, and the Route 66 Joint Art Project. The commission will also address new and old business before adjourning.

• Approval of Minutes for Special Meeting September 24, 2025
• Approval of Minutes for October 8, 2025
• Sips, Sights and Sounds 2025 Recap
• Channahon Park District Fitness Station
• Route 66 Joint Art Project

The Arts & Culture Commission approved the September 24 and October 8 meeting minutes after a verbal roll call of three ayes and two nays. Members discussed completing Open Meetings Act training and completing the Volunteers Members Information Sheet. They reviewed the Sips, Sights & Sounds event finances and agreed to improve advertising for future events. The commission informally selected September 25, 2026 as the date for next year's event at Four Rivers Environmental Educational Center.

• Approved September 24 and October 8 minutes (verbal roll call 3 ayes, 2 nays)
• Selected September 25, 2026 for next year's event at Four Rivers (no formal vote recorded)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting will address standard agenda items: call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, public comment, approval of minutes, and other business. No specific projects, rezoning actions, contracts, or policy changes are listed for discussion.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review a consent agenda featuring multiple payroll and bill payments. The body is also considering the approval of a FOIA Officer job description and the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Finance Report.

• Payment of bills list for $1,092,175.71
• Net payroll expenses for $176,761.09
• Local 150 Union retro pay of $38,660.94
• Approval of job description and authority to advertise for FOIA Officer
• 2025 VOC Parking Lot and MUP Patching Project Change Order No. 1

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, authorizing payments totaling $1,328,594.19 for bills, checks, and payroll expenses. Trustees also approved the job description and authority to advertise a FOIA Officer position, the audited 2025 financial report, and a change order for the 2025 VOC Parking Lot and MUP Patching Project. The regular PZC meeting scheduled for November 10 was cancelled.

• Approved consent agenda payments totaling $1,328,594.19 (6-0)
• Approved Job Description and Authority to Advertise FOIA Officer position (6-0)
• Approved Annual Comprehensive Finance Report for FY ending April 30, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved 2025 VOC Parking Lot and MUP Patching Project Change Order No. 1 (6-0)
• Cancelled regular PZC meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025 (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Committee of the Whole will consider a change order for the 2025 VOC Parking Lot and MUP Patching Project. It will also review a presentation by the American Red Cross, approve the job description and authority to advertise for a FOIA Officer, and hear the annual comprehensive finance report for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. No other departments have formal items on the agenda.

• Discussion – 2025 VOC Parking Lot and MUP Patching Project Change Order No. 1 (Public Works Department)
• Discussion – Approval of Job Description and Authority to Advertise for FOIA Officer (Village Administrator)
• Presentation – American Red Cross (Village President)
• Presentation – Annual Comprehensive Finance Report for FY ending April 30, 2025 audited by Miller Cooper & Co., Ltd. (Finance Department)

The Committee of the Whole voted to move the American Red Cross presentation to January or February 2026. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the meeting. Several departments provided updates, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Postponed American Red Cross presentation to Jan/Feb 2026 (no vote recorded)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Art and Culture Commission will meet on October 22, 2025. The agenda includes a discussion item titled 'Sips, Sights and Sounds' and time for new and old business.

• Discussion of 'Sips, Sights and Sounds'

The Arts & Culture Commission discussed ticket sales, event logistics, and volunteer plans for the upcoming Sips, Sights & Sounds fundraiser. No formal approvals or denials were recorded. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and approved unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting at 5:48 p.m. (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will vote on routine payments totaling over $1.27 million and approve several ordinances authorizing agreements with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150. The board will also consider a settlement agreement with Equistar Chemicals LP and final plats for the Henneberry Farm Unit 11 and Creekside Estates Subdivision Unit 3. Additional items include a professional services agreement with Kluber Architects + Engineers and a request to waive a sanitary tap fee.

• Approve payment of Bills List for $1,101,603.66
• Approve payment of Manual Checks for $10,357.30
• Consider approval of Settlement Agreement with Equistar Chemicals LP
• Consider approval of Final Plat of Amended Planned Unit Development to Henneberry Farm Unit 11
• Consider approval of Execute Amended Professional Services Agreement with Kluber Architects + Engineers

The Board unanimously approved the settlement agreement with Equistar Chemicals LP, the final plats for Henneberry Farm Unit 11 and Creekside Estates Unit 3, and three IUOE labor agreements. It also approved a professional services contract with Kluber Architects + Engineers. A motion to waive a sanitary tap fee for the Park District was denied (1‑5). The consent agenda and related payments were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda and related payments (unanimous)
• Approved IUOE Administration, Police Sergeants, and Public Works agreements (unanimous)
• Approved Settlement Agreement with Equistar Chemicals LP (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Amended Planned Unit Development to Henneberry Farm Unit 11 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Subdivision for Creekside Estates Subdivision Unit 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Professional Services Agreement with Kluber Architects + Engineers (unanimous)
• Denied Channahon Park District request to waive sanitary tap fee (1‑5)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:04 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Committee of the Whole will discuss three ordinances regarding agreements with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150. The body will also review land plats and a settlement agreement with Equistar Chemicals LP.

• Agreements with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 for Administration, Police Sergeants, and Public Works
• Settlement Agreement with Equistar Chemicals LP
• Final Plat of Amended Planned Unit Development to Henneberry Farm Unit 11
• Final Plat of Subdivision for Creekside Estates Subdivision Unit 3
• Amended Professional Services Agreement with Kluber Architects + Engineers

The Village Board voted 5-0 to approve the Final Plat of Amended Planned Unit Development for Henneberry Farm Unit 11. The Board also voted 5-0 to approve the Final Plat of Subdivision for Creekside Estates Subdivision Unit 3. No other items recorded a vote; other agenda items were discussed without a formal decision.

• Approved Final Plat of Amended Planned Unit Development to Henneberry Farm Unit 11 (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Subdivision for Creekside Estates Subdivision Unit 3 (5-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will review old business including the purchase of a fire-proof file cabinet and a laptop, and discuss new business such as police files and proposed 2026 meeting dates. The meeting will also include a closed session regarding employee discipline and performance.

• Fire-proof file cabinet purchase
• Commission laptop computer purchase
• Police Commission files review
• Proposed 2026 meeting dates
• Closed meeting on employee discipline

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and recommend approval of the final plat of subdivision for the Henneberry Farm Planned Unit Development Unit 11, which proposes a six‑building, 240‑unit market‑rate apartment complex on 12.07 acres along Yellow Pine Drive and Saxony Drive. The commission will also consider the final plat for Creekside Estates Unit 3, which would allow construction of infrastructure for thirteen duplex residential lots on 1.4 acres north of Stephanie Drive. Both items are presented for the commission’s recommendation to the Village Board.

• Final plat approval for Henneberry Farm PUD Unit 11 – 240‑unit, 6‑building apartment complex on 12.07 acres
• Final plat approval for Creekside Estates Unit 3 – 13 duplex residential lots on 1.4 acres

The commission voted to recommend that the Village Board approve the final plat for the Henneberry Farm PUD Unit 11, a 240‑unit market‑rate apartment development. They also recommended approval of the final plat for Creekside Estates Unit 3, which would create 13 new duplex residential lots. Both motions were carried with all commissioners voting aye. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommend Village Board approve final plat for Henneberry Farm PUD Unit 11 (all Ayes, motion carried)
• Recommend Village Board approve final plat for Creekside Estates Unit 3 (all Ayes, motion carried)
• Adjourn meeting (all Ayes, motion carried)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will meet to discuss several community projects. The agenda includes items regarding a park district fitness station and an attraction map.

• Channahon Park District Fitness Station
• Attraction Map
• Sips, Sights and Sounds

The Arts & Culture Commission approved the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting. After completing business, the commission adjourned the meeting at 5:58 p.m. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:58 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will discuss appointing members to the Arts and Culture Commission and an update from that commission. The Village Administrator will discuss hiring a public works laborer and approve a professional surveying and engineering services proposal for the Channahon Town Center master plan. The Public Works Department will consider an ordinance to authorize the sale of certain personal property, a change order for the 2025 MFT road resurfacing project, acceptance of public improvements by Money Farm LLC (TVA Logistics), and approval of a joint purchase master contract for bulk salt purchases.

• Discussion – Appointment to the Arts and Culture Commission Board
• Discussion – Approval of Professional Surveying and Engineering Services Proposal for Preliminary Engineering and Master Plan Refinement – Channahon Town Center
• Discussion – Ordinance Authorizing the Sale of Certain Personal Property owned by the Village of Channahon, Will and Grundy County, Illinois
• Discussion – 2025 MFT Road Resurfacing Project Change Order 1
• Discussion – Approval of Joint Purchase Master Contract (JPMC) for Bulk Salt Purchases

The Board approved a not‑to‑exceed $125,000 contract for professional surveying and preliminary engineering services for the Channahon Town Center. It also approved a $115,849.66 change order to the 2025 MFT Road Resurfacing contract, a conditional offer to hire Public Works laborer Andrew Rinehart at $53,569, and a three‑year $6,700‑per‑month IT services contract with GTSAC. Additionally, the first reading of an ordinance to sell surplus Village property was authorized.

• Approved not‑to‑exceed $125,000 contract for Town Center surveying and engineering services
• Approved $115,849.66 change order increasing MFT Road Resurfacing contract to $1,975,768.45
• Approved conditional offer to hire Public Works laborer Andrew Rinehart at $53,569 salary
• Approved three‑year $6,700‑per‑month GTSAC IT consulting and managed services contract
• Authorized first reading of ordinance to sell two Public Works vehicles, one Community Development vehicle, and nine police mobile computers

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will vote on routine financial items, including payment of a $4,094,904.85 bill list and $67,874.24 in manual checks. Trustees will also consider hiring a Public Works laborer and approving a professional surveying and engineering services proposal for the Channahon Town Center master plan. Additional items include an ordinance to sell certain village personal property and a change order for the 2025 MFT Road Resurfacing Project.

• Approve payment of the Bills List of October 6, 2025 for $4,094,904.85
• Approve payment of Manual Checks of October 6, 2025 for $67,874.24
• Consider approval – Hiring of a Public Works Laborer
• Consider approval – Professional Surveying and Engineering Services Proposal for Preliminary Engineering and Master Plan Refinement – Channahon Town Center
• Consider approval – Ordinance authorizing the sale of certain personal property owned by the Village of Channahon

The Board approved its consent agenda, covering payments of $4,094,904.85, $67,874.24, $178,131.76 and $169,407.78. It appointed Ayla Samson to the Arts and Culture Commission, hired Public Works laborer Andrew Rinehart, and approved a professional surveying contract for the Channahon Town Center. The Board also renewed the GTSAC consulting contract and approved a package of ordinances and contracts for personal‑property sale, a road‑resurfacing change order, Money Farm LLC improvements and bulk‑salt purchase. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including payments of $4,094,904.85, $67,874.24, $178,131.76 and $169,407.78 (motion carried)
• Approved appointment of Ayla Samson to the Arts and Culture Commission Board (motion carried)
• Approved hiring of Public Works Laborer Andrew Rinehart, conditional on background check, physical and drug screen (motion carried)
• Approved professional surveying and engineering services proposal for preliminary engineering and master plan refinement of Channahon Town Center, contingent on attorney review (motion carried)
• Approved renewal/change of GTSAC Computer Consulting & Managed Services Contract, contingent on attorney review (motion carried)
• Approved ordinance authorizing sale of certain personal property and related contracts: 2025 MFT Road Resurfacing Project Change Order 1, Money Farm LLC acceptance of public improvements and release of IC, and Joint Purchase Master Plan Contract for bulk salt prices (motion carried)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Art and Culture Commission will meet to discuss 'Sips, Sights and Sounds' and other new and old business. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Discussion of Sips, Sights and Sounds

The Arts & Culture Commission voted to provide up to 30 unpaid tickets for the Sips, Sights & Sounds event and to allow a $100 social‑media advertising spend for the next two weeks. They also approved changing the attraction map wording to “Pottawatomie,” selected the floorplan with high‑top tables, and decided to purchase plates, napkins and silverware separately. Additional items such as pumpkin decorations and volunteer ticket purchases were discussed and approved. The meeting was adjourned at 5:46 p.m.

• Approved up to 30 unpaid tickets for the event (motion carried, all Ayes)
• Approved social media advertising for Thompson up to $100 for two weeks (motion carried, all Ayes)
• Decided to change attraction map wording to "Pottawatomie" (decision made)
• Selected floorplan with short tables in center and high‑top tables on sides
• Ordered plates, napkins and silverware to be purchased separately
• Artists will purchase tickets for the event (decision made)
• Approved pumpkin decorations (small pumpkins $225‑$250, large pumpkins $200 each)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:46 p.m. (motion carried, all Ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss a range of items, including a proclamation for Constitution Week, hiring a public works laborer, and the annual municipal compliance report. The police department will review the purchase of luxury vinyl plank flooring and an update to the eBike and eScooter ordinance. Public works will consider an easement acceptance, a drainage improvement award to Brieser Construction, and guarantee reductions for fire protection and Creekside Estates Phase 2.

• Proclamation for Constitution Week, September 17‑23 2025
• Discussion – Hiring of Public Works Laborer
• Discussion – Purchase and Installation of Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring inside Police Department
• Discussion – eBike and eScooter Ordinance Update
• Discussion – Award 2025 Drainage Improvement Project to Brieser Construction

The Board read a Constitution Week proclamation and presented Life Saving Awards to three police officers. It reviewed the Police Pension Fund's request to levy $1,130,688 for 2025 and considered a flooring replacement project for the police department. An update on a proposed e‑bike/e‑scooter ordinance was also discussed. No motions were approved, denied, or voted on.

Board of Trustees

The Board will consider items on the consent agenda, including approval of bill payments totaling $2,571,892.14, manual checks of $2,231.04, and net payroll expenses of $171,222.95. It will also consider approvals for a police department luxury vinyl plank flooring purchase, a drainage improvement contract awarded to Brieser Construction, and acceptance of a municipal utility easement. Additional reports and statistical updates from village officials will be presented.

• Approve payment of the Bills List of September 15, 2025 for $2,571,892.14
• Approve payment of Manual Checks of September 15, 2025 for $2,231.04
• Approve purchase and installation of luxury vinyl plank flooring inside Police Department
• Approve award of 2025 Drainage Improvement Project to Brieser Construction
• Approve acceptance of Municipal Utility Easement

The trustees unanimously approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling $2,571,892.14. They also approved the conditional hiring of Public Works Laborer Ruby Zolper. Additional approvals covered the annual municipal compliance report, police department flooring, and a package of public‑works actions (utility easement, drainage contract, fire‑district guarantee reduction, and Creekside Estates guarantee reduction). All motions passed with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda payments ($2,571,892.14, $2,231.04, $171,222.95) (4-0)
• Approved hiring of Public Works Laborer Ruby Zolper, conditional on background check (4-0)
• Approved Annual Municipal Compliance Report and Police Pension Fund Tax Levy Demand Letter (4-0)
• Approved purchase and installation of luxury vinyl plank flooring in Police Department, waiving public bid (4-0)
• Approved Acceptance of Municipal Utility Easement (4-0)
• Approved award of 2025 Drainage Improvement Project to Brieser Construction, waiving public bid (4-0)
• Approved reduction of improvement completion guarantee for Channahon Fire Protection District (4-0)
• Approved reduction of improvement completion guarantee for Creekside Estates Phase 2 (4-0)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will meet to discuss several community projects. The agenda includes items regarding a fitness station and local art initiatives.

• Route 66 joint Art Project
• Attraction Map
• Channahon Park District Fitness Station
• Sips, Sights and Sounds

The Arts & Culture Commission voted to order 2,000 attraction maps. They also approved purchasing wine glasses from Tree Trunk Creations and agreed to work with The Hive Kitchen on an estimated budget of S2500.00. The next regular meeting is set for September 24, 2025.

• Approved order of 2,000 attraction maps (all ayes)
• Approved purchase of wine glasses from Tree Trunk Creations (all ayes, motion carries)
• Approved engaging The Hive Kitchen with estimated amount S2500.00 (all ayes)
• Approved minutes from August 13 and Aug 27 meetings (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:30 p.m. (all ayes)

Tree Board

The Channahon Village Tree Board meeting scheduled for September 10, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. No further action or decisions were taken at this meeting.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a routine meeting with no substantive items on the agenda. The body will follow standard procedural steps including roll call, public comment, and approval of prior minutes. No ordinances, zoning changes, or contracts are listed for discussion or decision.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will discuss and likely adopt the 2026 meeting dates and times plus the holiday schedule. Public Works will consider a resolution on an improvements completion bond and vote on awarding the 2025 Sanitary Manhole Rehabilitation Project. Police will present a Life Saving Award.

• 2026 Designated Meeting Dates and Times
• 2026 Holiday Schedule
• Resolution on Improvements Completion Bond
• Award 2025 Sanitary Manhole Rehabilitation Project
• Life Saving Award Presentation

The Committee of the Whole decided to file a $120,000 claim on the Improvement Completion Guarantee for the Town Center project. The Life Saving Award Presentation was postponed to the next meeting on September 15. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved $120,000 claim on improvement completion bond (no vote)
• Tabled Life Saving Award Presentation until September 15 (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve routine bills and set the 2026 meeting and holiday schedules. The body is also considering a project award for sanitary manhole rehabilitation and a claim on an improvements completion bond.

• Award for 2025 Sanitary Manhole Rehabilitation Project
• Payment of bills list for $761,097.31
• Net payroll expenses for $188,974.00
• Manual checks payment of $15,469.09
• Resolution to make a claim on an improvements completion bond

The Board approved the consent agenda and three payment items totaling $965,540.40. Trustees approved a resolution setting 2026 meeting dates and the holiday schedule. The Board also approved a claim on an improvements completion bond and awarded the 2025 Sanitary Manhole Rehabilitation Project. An executive session on collective bargaining matters was opened, closed, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved consent agenda (motion carried, all ayes)
• Approved payment of Bills List $761,097.31 (motion carried, all ayes)
• Approved payment of Manual Checks $15,469.09 (motion carried, all ayes)
• Approved payment of Net Payroll Expenses $188,974.00 (motion carried, all ayes)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates and holiday schedule (motion carried, all ayes)
• Approved claim on Improvements Completion Bond (motion carried, all ayes)
• Approved award of 2025 Sanitary Manhole Rehabilitation Project (motion carried, all ayes)
• Opened and closed executive session on collective bargaining matters (both motions carried, all ayes)

Arts & Culture Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.

The commission held a special meeting on August 27, 2025 to discuss fundraiser details and the park district fitness station mural. No formal decisions on fundraising items or artwork were made. A motion to adjourn was made by Peerbolte, seconded by Clower, and approved unanimously. The next meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025.

• Adjourned meeting (motion passed, all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review ordinances regarding municipal grocery taxes and fund expenditure authority. Members will also consider final site plans for two businesses and agreements for wastewater and sanitary projects.

• Payment of bills totaling $1,030,198.11
• Ordinance implementing Municipal Grocery Retailers’ and Grocery Service Occupation Taxes
• Final Site Plans for Premier Trailers LLC and a drive-through at Mallory Plaza
• Agreement for engineering services for Far West Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 1
• Award for the 2025 Sanitary Manhole Rehabilitation Project

The Board approved its consent agenda and several ordinances, including a new municipal grocery retailers’ occupation tax. It also adopted an amended investment policy, approved final site plans for Premier Trailers LLC and a Mallory Plaza drive‑through, and authorized a stop‑sign ordinance and engineering services for the Far West Wastewater Treatment Plant. All motions passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance Amending Title III, Chapter 31 – Authority for Expenditure of Funds (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Grocery Retailers’ Occupation Tax Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Final Site Plan for Premier Trailers LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Final Site Plan for Drive‑Through at Mallory Plaza, contingent on engineering and staff approval (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Investment Policy Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance Requiring Placement of Stop Signs (unanimous)
• Approved Agreement for Engineering Services for Phase I Design of Far West Wastewater Treatment Plant (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed ordinances regarding grocery occupation taxes and fund expenditure authority. The body will also review site plans for local developments and public works projects. Items not fully discussed will be continued at the Board meeting.

• Ordinance implementing a Municipal Grocery Retailers’ and Service Occupation Tax
• Final site plans for Premier Trailers LLC and a drive-through at Mallory Plaza
• Concept plan presentation by Lennar for Southern Crossing
• Engineering services agreement for Far West Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 1
• Award for 2025 Sanitary Manhole rehabilitation Project

The Board received updates on the Arts & Culture fundraiser, discussed an ordinance to raise the Village Administrator's purchase‑order limit, and heard a briefing on the municipal grocery occupation tax. Staff presented final site plans for Premier Trailers, a Mallory Plaza drive‑through, and a Lennar housing concept, but no board votes or approvals were recorded.

Arts & Culture Commission

The Channahon Arts and Culture Commission will meet on August 13, 2025, to approve past meeting minutes and discuss new business including 2026 meeting dates, a presentation from the Channahon Park District, and a Route 66 joint art project. Old business items include updates on an attraction map, the Sips, Sights, and Sounds event, and the Gateway Project art installation.

• 2026 meeting dates
• Mike Leonard - Channahon Park District presentation
• Route 66 Joint Art Project discussion
• Attraction Map update
• Gateway Project - Art Installation

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the July 1 and July 15 special meetings. Members also selected November 4, 2026 as the alternate meeting day for that year, moving it from the usual second Wednesday in November. No other actions were finalized.

• Approved July 1 and July 15 special meeting minutes
• Selected November 4, 2026 as the November meeting date

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review final site plans for a trailer rental facility at 22701 S Thomas Dillon Drive and a drive-through addition at Mallory Plaza, 24735 W Eames Street. The agenda also includes a concept plan for a development at Southern Crossing.

• Review and Recommendation – Final Site Plan: Premier Trailers, LLC at 22701 S Thomas Dillon Drive
• Review and Recommendation – Final Site Plan: Southwest Development III, LLC at Mallory Plaza, 24735 W Eames Street
• Review and Comment – Concept Plan: Lennar Development at Southern Crossing
• Approval of Minutes – June 9, 2025
• Public Comment

The commission approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. It recommended the final site plan for Premier Trailers, LLC at 22701 S Thomas Dillon Drive to the Village Board. It also recommended the final site plan for Southwest Development III, LLC at Mallory Plaza, 24735 W Eames Street to the Village Board. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (none opposed, motion carried)
• Recommended Premier Trailers final site plan to Village Board (all ayes, motion carried)
• Recommended Southwest Development III final site plan to Village Board (all ayes, motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes, motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss implementing municipal grocery retail and service occupation taxes. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure improvements and the creation of an Arts and Culture Commission Fund.

• Ordinance for Municipal Grocery Retailers' and Service Occupation Taxes (1st Read)
• Flooding on Northern Illinois Drive
• Creation of the Arts and Culture Commission Fund (Fund 06)
• Materials testing service award to Rubino Engineering
• Design services for GPWC primary and secondary receiving sites

The Board of Trustees reviewed a proposal to raise the spending‑cap from $1 OK to $1 SK but deferred the ordinance to a future agenda. They heard concerns about flooding on Northern Illinois Drive and noted a bid is pending for a drainage project. A resolution to create a special Arts and Culture Commission Fund was presented, and the municipal grocery occupation tax ordinance was discussed, but neither was voted on. Discussions also covered design services for GPWC water‑receiving sites and a quality‑assurance contract, with no approvals recorded.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider a first reading of an ordinance to implement municipal grocery retailers' and service occupation taxes. The board is also reviewing several public works contracts and the creation of an Arts and Culture Commission Fund.

• First reading of Ordinance for Municipal Grocery Retailers' and Service Occupation Tax
• Payment of bills list for $609,972.90
• Payment of manual checks for $61,504.63
• Net payroll expenses for $174,772.92
• Award of Quality Assurance Materials Testing Service to Rubino Engineering

The Board approved the consent agenda unanimously. It adopted a resolution to create the Arts and Culture Commission Fund with a 4‑1 vote. It also approved design services, a QA testing contract, and two highway‑code improvement resolutions with a 5‑0 vote. The Board opened and closed an executive session on employee matters and then adjourned, all unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Arts and Culture Commission Fund resolution (4-1)
• Approved design services for GPWC, QA testing award, and two highway improvement resolutions (5-0)
• Opened executive session on employee and collective bargaining matters (5-0)
• Closed executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss a proposed moratorium on permits and licenses for certain trucking-related uses. The meeting also includes discussions on infrastructure repairs, road resurfacing, and the statewide grocery tax.

• Ordinance establishing a moratorium on permits and licenses for certain trucking related uses
• Metropolitan Industries Inc. proposal for emergency altitude valve repair at Water Tower #2
• Award for 2025 Resurfacing Project
• Award for Municipal Campus Parking
• Ordinance authorizing the sale of certain personal property owned by the Village

The trustees discussed a first‑read ordinance to place a moratorium on certain truck‑related permits, but no vote or approval was recorded. The continuation of the 1 % statewide grocery tax remained on the agenda without a decision. Public Works presented low‑bid proposals for a roadway resurfacing project ($733,866.67) and municipal campus parking repairs ($21,520.00), yet no awards were formally approved. A possible increase to the $10,000 spending limit was considered, but no action was taken.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider an ordinance to pause permits for certain trucking uses. The board is also reviewing awards for a resurfacing project and municipal campus parking.

• Proposed ordinance establishing a moratorium on permits and licenses for certain trucking related uses
• Payment of bills list for $432,102.18
• Payment of net payroll expenses for $175,388.82
• Proposal from Metropolitan Industries Inc. for emergency altitude valve repair at Water Tower #2
• Award for 2025 Resurfacing Project and Municipal Campus Parking

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including payments of $432,102.18 for July 21 bills and $175,388.82 for net payroll expenses. They also approved, without a second reading, an ordinance creating a moratorium on permits, licenses and approvals for certain trucking‑related uses. In public works, the Board approved the emergency altitude valve repair proposal for Water Tower #2, an ordinance to sell certain Village‑owned personal property, the 2025 resurfacing project award, and the municipal campus parking award. All motions carried with no opposing votes.

• Approved consent agenda (including payments) – motion carried, unanimous
• Approved payment of July 21 bills – $432,102.18 – motion carried, unanimous
• Approved payment of net payroll expenses – $175,388.82 – motion carried, unanimous
• Approved ordinance establishing moratorium on trucking‑related permits – motion carried, unanimous
• Approved Metropolitan Industries emergency altitude valve repair for Water Tower #2 – motion carried, unanimous
• Approved ordinance authorizing sale of certain personal property – motion carried, unanimous
• Approved 2025 resurfacing project award – motion carried, unanimous
• Approved municipal campus parking award – motion carried, unanimous

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Channahon Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to vote on equipment purchases and discuss additions to the Rules of Conduct Bylaws. The meeting includes a closed session regarding employee personnel matters.

• Purchase of laptop computer
• Purchase of fireproof file cabinet
• Discussion of Rules of Conduct Bylaws addition
• Closed meeting regarding employee appointment, employment, dismissal, compensation, discipline, and performance

The board approved the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote (5‑0). It approved buying a laptop computer for up to $850 and a fireproof file cabinet for up to $2,075, each passing 5‑0. Commissioners also agreed to review a proposed Rules & Regulations bylaws document and submit comments to the secretary before the next regular meeting.

• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (5 Yeas – 0 Nays)
• Approved purchase of laptop computer not to exceed $850 (5 Yeas – 0 Nays)
• Approved purchase of fireproof file cabinet not to exceed $2,075 (5 Yeas – 0 Nays)
• Agreed to review proposed Rules & Regulations bylaws document; comments to be sent to secretary before next regular meeting

Arts & Culture Commission

The Art and Culture Commission will hold a special meeting to address old business. The body will discuss an attraction map and the Sips, Sights and Sounds project.

• Discussion of Attraction Map
• Discussion of Sips, Sights and Sounds

The Arts & Culture Commission approved the event theme "Sips, Sights and Sounds – an Evening Celebrating Art in Nature." It decided that a full bar would not be offered, opting for wine and a mocktail instead, and scheduled the Madrigals to perform from 5:45 to 6:15 p.m. A motion to purchase a Onecause subscription for $500 plus 5% was made and seconded, but no vote result was recorded. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted event theme "Sips, Sights and Sounds – an Evening Celebrating Art in Nature" (consensus)
• Decided to limit drinks to wine and a mocktail; full bar deemed too much (consensus)
• Scheduled Madrigals performance for 5:45‑6:15 p.m. (consensus)
• Motion to approve Onecause subscription purchase for $500 + 5% (seconded, outcome not recorded)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and make recommendations on two final site plans. These include a trailer rental facility and a drive-through addition at Mallory Plaza.

• Final Site Plan for Premier Trailers, LLC at 22701 S Thomas Dillion Drive
• Final Site Plan for Southwest Development III, LLC at Mallory Plaza, 24735 W Eames Street

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will meet to discuss the Gateway Project art installation and the Sips, Sights, and Sounds event. The body is also reviewing an attraction map and considering a recommendation for a new commissioner.

• Recommendation for Commissioner
• Attraction Map
• Sips, Sights, and Sounds
• Gateway Project art installation

The July 9, 2025 Arts & Culture Commission meeting was canceled because a quorum was not met. No items were discussed or decided. The next scheduled meeting is set for August 13, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

Board of Trustees

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several public works projects and vehicle purchases. The meeting includes a presentation regarding the Wyland Mayors' Water Challenge Trophy and a discussion on the statewide grocery tax.

• Village Hall Parking Lot Expansion Design
• Corrpro's proposal for the Cathodic Protection System at Bridge Streets' Booster Station
• Purchase of two new 2026 Ford F-250 Service Body Vehicles
• Replacement luminaires for Navajo Drive
• Stewart Spreading Inc. for wastewater solids removal

The Board reviewed the option to adopt a 1% local grocery sales tax but took no vote. Trustees discussed outreach to attract a grocery store and a sales advertisement for the Town Center site. The Public Works Director presented the design for a Village Hall parking lot expansion and a proposal to replace the cathodic protection system at Bridge Streets' booster station, as well as a request to purchase new LED luminaries for Navajo Drive, but no approvals were recorded.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will review several public works projects and equipment purchases. The board is also deciding on payments totaling over $836,000 for bills, manual checks, and payroll.

• Payment of bills list for $522,475.84
• Payment of manual checks for $138,116.02
• Net payroll expenses for $175,858.84
• Village Hall Parking Lot Expansion Design
• Purchase of two new 2026 Ford F-250 Service Body Vehicles

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included payments of $522,475.84 for bills, $138,116.02 for manual checks, and $175,858.84 for payroll. It also approved several public‑works items: the Village Hall parking lot expansion, replacement of the cathodic protection system at Bridge Streets’ booster station, purchase of two 2026 Ford F‑250 service vehicles, a contract for wastewater solids removal, and acceptance of Dairy Queen public‑improvement guarantees. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda including payment of $522,475.84 bills, $138,116.02 manual checks, $175,858.84 payroll (6-0)
• Approved Village Hall Parking Lot Expansion (6-0)
• Approved Corrpro proposal to replace cathodic protection system at Bridge Streets Booster Station (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two new 2026 Ford F-250 service body vehicles (6-0)
• Approved Stewart Spreading Inc. contract for wastewater solids removal (6-0)
• Approved UMA LLC (Dairy Queen) acceptance of public improvements and release of improvement completion guarantee (6-0)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Art and Culture Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss a fundraiser. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and one specific discussion topic.

• Sips Sights and Sounds Fundraiser

The Arts & Culture Commission approved a Onecause subscription costing $500 plus a 5% fee. The commission also adopted the event theme “Sips, Sights and Sounds – an Evening Celebrating Art in Nature.” Proposed deadlines were set for art submissions (Oct 1) and the online auction (Oct 14). The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Onecause subscription purchase for $500 + 5% fee
• Adopted event theme “Sips, Sights and Sounds – an Evening Celebrating Art in Nature”
• Set art submission deadline to October 1
• Set online auction start date to October 14
• Unanimously approved adjournment of the meeting

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will review a first-reading ordinance for a special use permit and consider several infrastructure and equipment purchases. The board is also scheduled to approve over $1 million in bills, manual checks, and payroll.

• First reading of an ordinance for a Special Use Permit for Southwest Development III, LLC
• Payment of bills list for $800,726.11
• Payment of net payroll expenses for $182,808.70
• Payment of manual checks for $93,392.90
• Proposal from Metropolitan Industries Inc. for booster pump rehabilitation at Bridge Street Booster Station

The Channahon Village Board approved the consent agenda, renewed Google services, and granted a special‑use permit for Southwest Development III, LLC. It also approved a K9 purchase and the rehabilitation of both booster pumps at the Bridge Street Booster Station along with the related improvement bond release. Additionally, the board authorized payments totaling $1,076,927.71 for bills, manual checks, and payroll expenses.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills $800,726.11 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of manual checks $93,392.90 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of net payroll expenses $182,808.70 (unanimous)
• Approved annual renewal of Google Services (unanimous)
• Approved special‑use permit for Southwest Development III, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved K9 purchase (unanimous)
• Approved rehabilitation of Bridge Street booster pumps and release of improvement bond for Brieser Construction (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several departmental proposals and updates. Items include a special use permit for Southwest Development III, LLC and infrastructure repairs. No final decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Special Use Permit for Southwest Development III, LLC (1st Read)
• Metropolitan Industries Inc. proposal for Bridge Street Booster Station pump rehabilitation
• K9 purchase approval
• Annual renewal of Google Services
• Release of improvement completion bond for Brieser Construction monitoring well installation

The Village Board voted 6-0 to approve a recommendation granting a Special Use Permit to Southwest Development III, LLC for a drive‑through and adjacent retail space. The approval includes conditions for landscape screening and signage as required by village ordinances. The Board noted that final site‑plan approval is still required. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved recommendation to grant Special Use Permit to Southwest Development III, LLC with conditions (6-0)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will meet to discuss new and old business. The agenda includes a review of the police department patch and updates on ongoing art projects.

• Channahon Police Department Patch Review
• Attraction Map
• Sips, Sights, and Sounds
• Gateway Project- Art Installation

The Arts & Culture Commission approved the May 14, 2025 minutes. It approved the event contract with an additional hour for setup and cleanup, setting the fundraiser for 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. with venue rental from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. and an auction closing at 9 p.m. The commission also chose three police‑patch designs to forward to the chief and decided to pause further map design work until additional input is received.

• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous verbal consent)
• Approved event contract with an extra hour (voice vote)
• Set fundraiser time 7‑10 pm, rental 6‑11 pm, auction close 9 pm (agreement)
• Selected three favorite police‑patch designs to forward to the chief (agreement)
• Decided to wait for further input on the attraction map before final design (agreement)
• Targeted approximately 100 attendees for the event (agreement)

Tree Board

The Tree Board meeting scheduled for June 11, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Use Permit for a drive-through at 24735 S Eames Street. The proposal is for a Great American Bagel restaurant and includes a shared parking agreement to meet village requirements.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit for a drive-through at 24735 S Eames Street
• Review of Final Site Plan for drive-through restaurant at 24735 S Eames Street
• Proposal for a 2,750 square foot Great American Bagel restaurant
• Shared parking agreement adding 32 spaces to meet ordinance 156.150

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the April 14 and May 12 meeting minutes. It opened and then closed the public hearing on a special‑use permit for a drive‑through at 24735 S. Eames Street. The commission voted to recommend the Village Board approve the special‑use permit, while tabling the final site‑plan recommendation for further review. The meeting was adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (Thurlby abstained)
• Opened public hearing on drive‑through permit (all Ayes)
• Closed public hearing on drive‑through permit (all Ayes)
• Recommended Village Board approve special‑use permit for drive‑through (all Ayes)
• Tabled final site‑plan recommendation for engineering review (all Ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all Ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Village of Channahon Committee of the Whole will discuss a second reading for Dellos Solar Farm special use permits and a first reading for FY 2024-2025 budget amendments. The meeting includes reviews of police equipment purchases and public works maintenance contracts.

• Second reading of an ordinance for Dellos Solar Farm special use permits
• First reading of an ordinance amending the FY 2024-2025 annual budget
• Authorization to purchase three M500 in-squad camera systems
• Implementation of a three-year valve assessment program with M.E. Simpson Company, Inc.
• Purchase of a replacement John Deere Gator XJV with trade-in

The Channahon Village Board held a Committee of the Whole meeting where they received updates on the Arts and Culture Commission, the Three Rivers Library District, and special use permits for a solar project. They also reviewed a budget amendment ordinance, a proposed consulting contract for the Chicago Logistics Hub, a purchase of three police in‑squad camera systems, generator repairs for the water treatment plant, and a replacement John Deere Gator. No formal approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded for any of these items.

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will convene on June 2, 2025, to conduct routine business including approval of minutes, payment of $211,857.55 in bills and $175,288.72 in payroll, and adoption of an ordinance granting special-use permits for the Dellos Solar Farm. The meeting also includes routine departmental reports and liaison updates.

• Approve payment of bills totaling $211,857.55
• Approve payment of net payroll expenses totaling $175,288.72
• Consider second reading of ordinance granting special-use permits for Dellos Solar Farm
• Authorize contract with Jensen Hughes
• Purchase three M500 In-Squad Camera Systems

The Board approved the village’s 2024‑25 annual budget and a series of contracts for police equipment, public‑works repairs, and a special‑use solar permit. It also approved a contribution to the Three Rivers Library District and adopted the consent agenda. All motions carried with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved consent agenda (ayes: Greco, Host, McMillin, Perinar, Scaggs, Slocum; nays: none)
• Approved contribution to Three Rivers Library District (ayes: Greco, Host, McMillin, Perinar, Scaggs, Slocum; nays: none)
• Approved special‑use permits for Dellos Road solar project (5‑1 vote)
• Approved amendment to the 2024‑25 village budget (7‑0 vote)
• Approved contract with Jensen Hughes and purchase of three M500 In‑Squad camera systems (6‑0 vote)
• Approved public‑works purchases and repairs: generator repair, John Deere Gator replacement, Neptune 360 maintenance, replacement enclosed trailer, and three‑year valve assessment program (6‑0 vote)
• Approved payment of June 2 bills list $211,857.55 and payroll expenses $175,288.72 (part of consent agenda)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

This Committee of the Whole meeting is a discussion-only session; no final votes are taken. Key topics include a special use permit for a solar farm on Dellos Road, several public works contracts for road resurfacing and water main improvements, police vehicle purchases, and reappointments to boards and commissions.

• Discussion of special use permit for Dellos Road Solar
• Request to order three police vehicles: 2025 Dodge Durango, Ford Explorer, and Ford F-150 SSV
• Discussion of award for 2025 MFT Resurfacing Program and Blackberry Lane water main improvements
• Proposed intergovernmental mutual-aid agreement with Joliet police
• Annual Police Pension Treasurer's Report for fiscal year 2025

The Board discussed reappointments of planning, zoning, and police/fire commissioners, a renewal of the Placer.ai software license, a first‑read special use permit for a solar project on Dellos Road, and a temporary use permit issue at Families of Faith Church. No approvals, denials, or tabling actions were recorded. The meeting was procedural and informational.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will vote on a special use permit for Dellos Road Solar and various water main and resurfacing projects. The meeting includes the administration of oaths for three trustees and the approval of several police equipment and vehicle requests.

• Special Use Permit for Dellos Road Solar
• Payment of bills and payroll totaling over $1.2 million
• Purchase of one 2025 Dodge Durango, one 2025 Ford Explorer, and one Ford F-150 SSV
• Award for 2025 Route 6 Water Main Improvements and Blackberry Lane Water Main Improvements
• Reappointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Police and Fire Commission

The Board approved its consent agenda and several reappointments, adopted a range of public‑works contracts and an Illinois Public Works Mutual‑Aid Network Agreement, and authorized police vehicle purchases, a camera subscription, and a temporary use permit for Families of Faith. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved consent agenda payments totaling $1,154,? (5‑0)
• Approved reappointments of Karen Ciarlette, Ben Gregory (Planning & Zoning) and Paul Lair (Police & Fire) (5‑0)
• Approved appointments of Anthony Novak and Jason Barten to the Police and Fire Board (5‑0)
• Approved renewal of Placer.ai software license (5‑0)
• Approved final site plan for Lot 22 in the Channahon Industrial Park (5‑0)
• Approved police vehicle purchase (2025 Dodge Durango, 2025 Ford Explorer, Ford F‑150 SSV), 11‑camera subscription extension, and intergovernmental mutual‑aid agreement with Joliet (5‑0)
• Approved multiple public‑works contracts and ordinance authorizing execution of the Illinois Public Works Mutual‑Aid Network Agreement (5‑0)
• Approved temporary use permit for Families of Faith Ministries (June 5‑8, 2025) (5‑0)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Channahon Arts & Culture Commission will review minutes from April and hear public comment. Old business includes updates on the Attraction Map, the Sips, Sights, and Sounds event, and the Gateway Project art installation. New business involves a review of the Channahon Police Department patch design. The meeting is advisory with no votes on ordinances or spending.

• Attraction Map update
• Sips, Sights, and Sounds event planning
• Gateway Project art installation discussion
• Channahon Police Department patch review
• Approval of April 9, 2025 meeting minutes

The Arts & Culture Commission approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. Later, the commission voted to adjourn the May 14, 2025 meeting at 6:03 p.m. Both actions were approved by ayes.

• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:03 p.m. (ayes approved)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a request from Superior Excavating Co. for a final site plan. The proposal involves a 6,425 sq. ft. building on Lot 22 in the Channahon Industrial Park.

• Final Site Plan review for Superior Excavating Co. on Lot 22 in the Channahon Industrial Park
• Proposed 6,425 sq. ft. building on a .71 acre lot

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the Village Board approve the final site plan for Lot 22 on Municipal Drive in the Channahon Industrial Park. The recommendation is conditional on engineering, a final landscape plan, and staff approval. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Recommended Village Board approve Final Site Plan for Lot 22 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss a special use permit for Dellos Road Solar and a temporary use permit for Families of Faith Ministries. The meeting includes reviews of police vehicle purchases and several infrastructure projects. Other items involve seasonal labor updates and board reappointments.

• Special Use Permit for Dellos Road Solar
• Temporary Use Permit for Families of Faith Ministries (June 5-8)
• Purchase of one 2025 Dodge Durango, one 2025 Ford Explorer, and one Ford F-150 SSV
• Award for 2025 MFT Resurfacing Program and 2025 Asphalt Preservation Project
• Award for 2025 Blackberry Lane Water Main Improvements

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will administer the oath of office to three new trustees and consider a consent agenda including bill payments totaling $325,503.44. Key action items include the first reading of an ordinance for a special use permit for a solar project on Dellos Road, authorization to purchase three police vehicles, and multiple public works projects for road resurfacing and water main improvements.

• First reading of ordinance granting special use permit for Dellos Road Solar
• Authorization to order one 2025 Dodge Durango, one 2025 Ford Explorer, and one Ford F-150 SSV for police
• Approval of 2025 MFT Resurfacing Program and 2025 Asphalt Preservation Project
• Approval of Blackberry Lane Water Main Improvements and extension construction services
• Payment of bills: $325,503.44, manual checks $30,814.77, net payroll $171,638.32

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss two main items: an ordinance adopting the Village of Channahon's annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (second reading), and an ordinance adopting an amended preliminary plat/final plan for Town Center. The meeting also includes an executive session for probable or imminent litigation and pending litigation.

• Discussion of an ordinance adopting the Village of Channahon Annual Budget for FY 2025-2026 (May 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026) — second reading
• Discussion of an ordinance adopting an amended preliminary plat/final plan for Town Center
• Executive session regarding probable or imminent litigation and pending litigation

The Board heard a presentation on the amended preliminary plat and final plan for the Town Center and fielded questions about budget estimates, fire‑safety street widths, access to US Route 6, and the TIF district. Staff provided figures for the 2025‑2026 and 2027 capital plans and explained that the project is still in a conceptual phase. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled, and no vote tallies were recorded.

Board of Trustees

The board will consider adopting the Village of Channahon Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (May 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026) on second reading, and an ordinance for the amended Preliminary Plat/Final Plan for the Town Center. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and payments totaling $563,101.16, and various departments will present statistical monthly reports for March 2025.

• Consider adopting FY 2025-2026 Annual Budget (2nd reading)
• Consider ordinance for amended Preliminary Plat/Final Plan for Town Center
• Approve payments: Bills $314,334.49, Manual Checks $79,100.00, Net Payroll $169,666.67
• Discussion of statistical monthly reports for March 2025 from multiple departments
• Executive session for probable or imminent litigation and pending litigation

The Board unanimously approved the consent‑agenda payments, adopted an amended plat for the Town Center, and adopted the village budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026. It also directed the police department to order a vehicle and approved purchase of Edge Brook holiday décor. An executive session on litigation was opened and closed, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved consent‑agenda payment of $314,334.49 (unanimous)
• Approved consent‑agenda payment of $79,100.00 (unanimous)
• Approved consent‑agenda payment of $169,666.67 (unanimous)
• Approved amended preliminary/final plat for the Town Center (unanimous)
• Adopted the Village of Channahon annual budget FY 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
• Directed police department to proceed with ordering a vehicle (unanimous)
• Directed finance department to proceed with Edge Brook holiday décor purchase (unanimous)
• Opened and then closed executive session on probable/imminent litigation (unanimous)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will hear public comments, approve January meeting minutes, and receive the annual report and budget presentation under old business. Under new business, they will introduce proposed new commission members and elect a chairman and secretary. The board will then enter a closed session to discuss appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, and performance of a village employee.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 15, 2025
• Annual Report and Budget Presentation (old business)
• Introduction of Proposed New Commission Members
• Election of Chairman and Secretary
• Closed Meeting: Appointment, Employment, Dismissal, Compensation, Discipline and Performance of an Employee

The commission approved the minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting. Chairman Hoppe was reappointed to the Chairman role and Commissioner Myers was appointed Secretary, each by voice vote of 2-0. Attendance fees of $500 for Myers and $475 for Lair to attend the IFPCA Spring Seminar were approved, also by voice vote of 2-0. The meeting was moved to closed session and then adjourned, both motions passing 2-0.

• Approved January 15, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Reappointed Chairman Hoppe as Chairman (2-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Myers as Secretary (2-0)
• Approved $500 attendance fee for Secretary Myers (2-0)
• Approved $475 attendance fee for Commissioner Lair (2-0)
• Moved to closed meeting (2-0)
• Concluded closed meeting (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit for a commercial solar energy facility by Nexamp on 278 acres along the deactivated portion of Dellos Road in an I-2 Intensive Industrial district. A variance to reduce the front yard setback from 100 to 65 feet is also requested. Additionally, the commission will hold a public hearing and review an amendment to the preliminary/final plat for the Town Center development on ±16 acres along Navajo Drive and Route 6.

• Public hearing and review for a special use permit to allow a solar farm on 278 acres along deactivated Dellos Road, including a setback variance from 100 to 65 feet
• Public hearing and review for an amendment to the Preliminary Plat/Final Plat for the Town Center development on ±16 acres along Navajo Drive and Route 6
• Approval of minutes from March 10, 2025 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the March 10 minutes and conducted public hearings on two projects. It voted to recommend that the Village Board approve a special use permit for a 278‑acre commercial solar facility with a setback variance, subject to staff review. It also recommended the Board approve the amendment to the preliminary/final plat for the Town Center development.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (all opposed none, one abstain) – Motion carried
• Opened public hearing on solar farm special use permit – All Ayes, Motion carried
• Closed public hearing on solar farm special use permit – All Ayes, Motion carried
• Recommended Village Board approve solar farm special use permit with staff review – All Ayes, Motion carried
• Opened public hearing on Town Center plat amendment – All Ayes, Motion carried
• Closed public hearing on Town Center plat amendment – All Ayes, Motion carried
• Recommended Village Board approve Town Center amendment to preliminary/final plat – All Ayes, Motion carried
• Adjourned meeting – All Ayes, Motion carried

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is discussing the adoption of the annual budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the annexation and rezoning of property for Premier Trailers, LLC. Additionally, the board will review a traffic signal maintenance agreement.

• Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (May 1, 2025 — April 30, 2026)
• Annexation and Development Agreement with Premier Trailers, LLC
• Rezoning of property for Premier Trailers, LLC
• Annexation of real property on Thomas Dillon Drive
• Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement with Meade Inc.

The April 7, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting was called to order by VP Moorman Schumacher. Trustees and staff discussed several ordinances, a traffic signal maintenance agreement, and a financial reporting award, but no motions were voted on or adopted. All items were slated for further discussion at a future public hearing. The meeting adjourned at 6:17 p.m.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 proposed budget and a development agreement with Premier Trailers, LLC. The meeting includes votes on annexing and rezoning property on Thomas Dillon Drive. The Board will also review various municipal payments and a traffic signal maintenance agreement.

• Public hearing and proposed ordinance for Annexation and Development Agreement with Premier Trailers, LLC
• Public hearing and proposed ordinance for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget
• Proposed annexation of real property on Thomas Dillon Drive
• Proposed rezoning of property for Premier Trailers, LLC
• Payment of bills for $431,483.96 and manual checks for $29,070.33

The Board opened and closed a public hearing on the annexation and development agreement with Premier Trailers, LLC. It approved the ordinance authorizing the agreement, the annexation of the Thomas Dillon Drive property, and the rezoning of that property. The Board also approved a traffic‑signal maintenance agreement with Meade Inc. and adopted the consent agenda payments. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Annexation and Development Agreement with Premier Trailers, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance annexing real property on Thomas Dillon Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance rezoning the annexed property for Premier Trailers, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement with Meade Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda payments: Bills $431,483.96 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda payments: Manual Checks $29,070.33 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda payments: Payroll expenses $169,374.96 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda payments: Payroll expenses $169,493.09 (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Village Board will hold a special budget workshop meeting to discuss the proposed 2025-2026 budget. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of the 2025-2026 Proposed Budget

The Channahon Village Board met for a Special Budget Workshop to review the proposed FY 2026 budget, revenue trends, and road program allocations. Staff presented data on property‑tax rates, sales‑tax revenue, reserve balances, and a $3.2 million capital road maintenance program. Trustees asked questions about sales‑tax fluctuations, a possible grocery‑tax reinstatement, and utility fees for solar‑farm projects, but no votes or approvals were recorded. The meeting was informational only.

Board of Trustees

The Village of Channahon Board of Trustees will meet as a Committee of the Whole to discuss several items, including proposed ordinances and agreements. Topics include a ban on hemp-derived THC products, a special use permit for a planned residential development, and various maintenance and service contracts. This is a discussion session; any items not completed will be continued at a regular Board meeting.

• Proclamation for Brotherhood Aimed Toward Education Motorcycle Awareness for May 2025
• Discussion of landscape maintenance agreements with DMK of Channahon, Inc. and Edgebrook Outdoors
• Discussion of a farm lease with Bernie Bois
• Discussion of a 2-year electricity contract through the Northern Illinois Municipal Electric Collaborative
• First reading of an ordinance banning hemp-derived THC products within the village

The Committee of the Whole discussed but took no formal votes. Items included a proposed 240-unit apartment complex (JCD Residential), two landscape maintenance contracts, a farm lease, electricity purchase, and a proposed ban on hemp-derived THC products. The board also reviewed a final plat for Whispering Oaks Unit 4 and the annual zoning map.

• Discussed special use permit amendment for 240-unit apartment PUD (PZC recommended 6-0)
• Discussed $13,820 landscape maintenance contract with DMK of Channahon
• Discussed $35,458.25 mowing contract with Edgebrook Outdoors
• Discussed farm lease with Bernie Bols for 27.1 acres at $250/acre
• Discussed 2-year electricity purchase contract through NIMEC
• Discussed renewal of transportation consulting agreement with Ann L. Schneider & Associates
• Discussed final plat for Whispering Oaks Unit 4 (22 lots, PZC recommended 6-0)
• Discussed ordinance banning hemp-derived THC products

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider several ordinances, including a ban on hemp-derived THC products and a special use permit for JCD Residential. The board is also reviewing landscape maintenance agreements and a farm lease.

• Ordinance banning hemp-derived THC products (1st Read)
• Payment of bills for $235,380.58 and net payroll for $166,333.46
• Special Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development (JCD Residential) (1st Read)
• Landscape maintenance agreements with DMK of Channahon, Inc. and Edgebrook Outdoors
• Final Plat of Subdivision for Whispering Oaks Unit 4

The Channahon Board of Trustees approved a special use permit for a planned unit development (JCD Residential), a final plat for Whispering Oaks Unit 4, an updated official zoning map, and an ordinance banning hemp-derived THC products. The board also approved multiple contracts including landscape maintenance agreements, a farm lease, an electricity purchase contract, and a transportation consulting renewal. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the DMK landscape agreement.

• Approved consent agenda including bills ($235,380.58), manual checks ($3,104.58), and payroll ($166,333.46) (6-0)
• Approved landscape maintenance agreement with DMK of Channahon, Inc. (5-0, McMillin abstained)
• Approved landscape mowing with Edgebrook Outdoors, farm lease with Bernie Bols, electricity contract, and Ann L. Schneider consulting renewal (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for JCD Residential planned unit development, waived second read (6-0)
• Approved final plat for Whispering Oaks Unit 4 (6-0)
• Approved official zoning map ordinance, waived second read (6-0)
• Approved ordinance banning hemp-derived THC products, waived second read (6-0)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Channahon Arts & Culture Commission holds a regular meeting to review minutes, hear public comment, and discuss ongoing projects including an Attraction Map, Art in the Park, and the Gateway Project art installation. No decisions or votes are recorded on the agenda.

• Discussion of Attraction Map project
• Discussion of Art in the Park event
• Discussion of Gateway Project art installation

The commission reviewed a draft attraction map with MapCraft, discussed extending it east to Youngs Road and adding bike paths, and debated the format and size. They also brainstormed a fall art event, considering a fundraiser vs. free event, potential venues like Four Rivers, and a scholarship component. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved January 8 and February 12, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned at 6:51 p.m. (all ayes)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will hold routine business including approval of minutes, an update on the A5 project, and discussions on an attraction map and the Art in the Park event. No binding votes are scheduled.

• Update on A5 project
• Discussion with Tom Willcockson regarding Mapcraft
• Discussion of an attraction map for the village
• Discussion of Art in the Park event

The Arts & Culture Commission agreed to move forward with the narrower, vertical map design for the Channahon attraction map, focusing on the community core rather than industrial areas. The commission will request a formal proposal from Mapcraft with a not-to-exceed figure for the Village Board's consideration. The Art in the Park event was discussed, with members leaning toward postponing it from June to September to allow more planning time.

• Selected narrower vertical map view for attraction map (noted in minutes)
• Agreed to request formal proposal from Mapcraft with not-to-exceed figure
• Discussed postponing Art in the Park from June to September (no formal vote)
• Tabled January 8, 2025 minutes for further review

Tree Board

The Tree Board will meet to review updates on the Memorial Tree Walk and the Parkway Tree Program. The board will also discuss plans for an Arbor Day event.

• Memorial Tree Walk Sign
• Parkway Tree Program
• Tree choice for the Memorial Tree Walk
• Arbor Day Event

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed 240-unit market rate apartment complex and a zoning change for an automobile rental business. The body will also review a subdivision plat and the 2025 Official Zoning Map.

• Public hearing for JCD Residential's request to build a 6-building, 240-unit apartment complex on 12 acres along Yellow Pine Drive and Saxony Drive
• Public hearing for Premier Trailers, LLC to zone 15 acres adjacent to 22701 S Thomas Dillion Drive to C-3 General Business for automobile rental
• Review of Final Plat of Subdivision for Whispering Oaks Unit 4 filed by W.O. Phase 2 Development, LLC
• Annual adoption review of the Official Zoning Map 2025

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended the Village Board approve an amendment to the Henneberry Farm P.U.D. Unit 11 for a 6-building, 240-unit market-rate apartment complex, subject to staff conditions. It also recommended approving a C-3 General Business zoning request for a 15-acre property for an automobile rental business, a final plat for Whispering Oaks Unit 4, and the 2025 Official Zoning Map. All recommendations passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of the February 10, 2025 meeting.
• Recommended to the Village Board the P.U.D. amendment for the 240-unit apartment complex, subject to conditions.
• Recommended to the Village Board the C-3 General Business zoning for the Premier Trailers property, subject to conditions.
• Recommended to the Village Board the Final Plat of Subdivision for Whispering Oaks Unit 4.
• Approved the Official Zoning Map 2025.

Board of Trustees

The Village of Channahon Committee of the Whole will discuss several operational items, including hiring a Public Works Laborer and terminating participation in PACE Southwest Will Dial-a-Ride Service in favor of joining Access Will County Dial-a-Ride Service. Also on the agenda are a contract with Geotechnical for Well House #7, a resolution for an improvement under the Illinois Highway Code, and a community brand identity logo selection. No formal items are listed for Community Development, Finance, or Police departments.

• Discussion - Hiring of Public Works Laborer
• Discussion - Approval to Terminate Participation in PACE Southwest Will Dial-a-Ride Service and Join Access Will County Dial-a-Ride Service
• Discussion - Contract with Geotechnical for Well House #7
• Discussion - Resolution for Improvement Under the Illinois Highway Code
• Discussion - Community Brand Identity Update Logo Selection

The Committee of the Whole met on March 3, 2025, with no formal votes or decisions made. Discussions included a recommendation to hire Owen Perez as a Public Works Laborer at $53,569, a proposal to terminate PACE Dial-a-Ride and join Access Will County, and a review of two logo concepts for a community brand update. The meeting adjourned to executive session for employee matters.

• Discussed conditional offer to Owen Perez for Public Works Laborer at $53,569 (no vote)
• Discussed terminating PACE Southwest Dial-a-Ride and joining Access Will County (no vote)
• Discussed two logo concepts for community brand identity (no selection made)
• Discussed contract with Rubino for geotechnical work on Well House #7 (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will consider terminating the PACE Dial-a-Ride service contract and joining Access Will County Dial-a-Ride. Other actions include approving payments totaling over $1 million, hiring a Public Works Laborer, selecting a new community brand logo, and contracting for Well House #7 design. A resolution under the Illinois Highway Code is also up for approval.

• Approve payment of bills totaling $878,587.75 for March 3, 2025
• Consider termination of PACE Dial-a-Ride contract and joining Access Will County Dial-a-Ride
• Consider approval of contract with Geotechnical for Well House #7
• Consider hiring of a Public Works Laborer
• Consider Community Brand Identity Update Logo Selection

The Channahon Village Board approved a new community logo (Concept 1B) by a 4-3 vote, hired Owen Perez as a Public Works Laborer, and terminated the PACE Dial-a-Ride contract to join Access Will County Dial-a-Ride. All other agenda items, including consent agenda payments and contracts, were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including $878,587.75 bills, $19,644.90 manual checks, and $171,869.70 payroll (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting Job Shadowing Day (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Owen Perez as Public Works Laborer (unanimous)
• Approved terminating PACE Dial-a-Ride and joining Access Will County Dial-a-Ride (unanimous)
• Approved Concept 1B as Community Brand Identity logo (4-3, with Greco, McMillin, Scaggs dissenting)
• Approved contract with Geotechnical for Well House #7 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for Improvement under Illinois Highway Code (unanimous)

Arts & Culture Commission

The Art and Culture Commission will hold a special meeting to review a presentation regarding the Village of Channahon's brand identity. The body will discuss and provide a recommendation on the matter.

• Discussion and recommendation regarding the Village of Channahon Brand Identity Presentation

The Arts and Culture Commission decided to move forward with the narrower, vertical view for the attraction map, focusing on the community core. They will request a formal proposal from Mapcraft with a not-to-exceed figure for the map and six illustrations. The commission also discussed planning for Art in the Park, leaning toward a fall date, and tabled approval of January minutes.

• Selected narrower vertical view for attraction map (unanimous)
• Directed staff to request formal proposal from Mapcraft with not-to-exceed figure
• Tabled approval of January 8, 2025 minutes
• Agreed to have Verbic and Sweeney draft Art in the Park plan for next meeting

Board of Trustees

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a rezoning for Ford Road, a special use permit for Mallard Point PUD, the final plat of Henneberg Farms Unit 15, the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for FY2026-2030, and an amendment to a police hiring agreement. Presentations will include the Police and Fire Commission annual report, Arts and Culture Commission update, and community brand identity update.

• Recognition of employee for 30 years of service
• Discussion of rezoning ordinance for property on Ford Road (1st read)
• Discussion of special use permit for Planned Unit Development (Lincoln Avenue Capital Management - Mallard Point) (1st read)
• Discussion of final plat of subdivision, Henneberg Farms Unit 15
• Discussion of 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY2026-2030 (2nd read)

The Board of Trustees discussed two finalist logo options for a new community brand identity. After a split vote, a coin flip selected option #2 to move forward. The board also discussed rezoning, a senior housing development, and a subdivision plat, but no formal votes were taken on those items.

• Selected logo option #2 via coin flip after a tied vote (no formal tally recorded)
• Discussed rezoning of 24647 South Ford Road from R-1 to A-2 (1st read, no vote)
• Discussed special use permit amendment for 40-unit senior housing at Mallard Point (1st read, no vote)
• Discussed final plat for Henneberry Farms Unit 15 (no vote)
• Discussed 5-year Capital Improvements Plan for FY 2026-2030 (2nd read, no vote)
• Discussed pay adjustment for Ofc. Edward Kociolek from step 3 to step 5 (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will hold two public hearings on the Far West Wastewater Treatment Plant project and the Village's MS4 permit compliance program. Major decisions include first readings of a rezoning ordinance for property on Ford Road, a special use permit for a planned unit development at Mallard Point, and approval of the final plat for Henneberry Farms Unit 15. Also up for consideration are the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (2nd read), an amendment to a police hiring agreement, and a proposal for an attractions map. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and payments totaling $451,528.43.

• Public hearing on Far West Wastewater Treatment Plant project and preliminary environmental impacts determination
• Public hearing on Village's program to comply with NPDES MS4 permit
• Consider approval of rezoning ordinance for property on Ford Road (1st read)
• Consider approval of special use permit for Planned Unit Development at Mallard Point (1st read)
• Consider approval of 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2026–2030 (2nd read)

The Channahon Village Board approved a rezoning ordinance for property on Ford Road and a special use permit for a planned unit development at Mallard Point, both on first read. The board also approved the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2026-2030, a final plat for Henneberry Farms Unit 15, and several other items including a Mapcraft attractions map proposal and an amendment to a hiring agreement. Two public hearings were held regarding the Far West Wastewater Treatment Plant and the MS4 stormwater permit compliance, with no public comments noted.

• Approved Ford Road rezoning ordinance (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for Mallard Point PUD (5-0)
• Approved 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan FY2026-2030 (5-0)
• Approved final plat for Henneberry Farms Unit 15 (5-0)
• Approved Mapcraft attractions map proposal (4-1, McMillin dissenting)
• Approved amendment to hiring agreement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills of $282,220.96, manual checks $2,713.08, payroll $166,594.39 (5-0)
• Held public hearings for wastewater plant and MS4 permit, no comments

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two major items: a rezoning request from R-1 to A-2 for a 5.45-acre property at 24647 South Ford Road, and an amendment to the Henneberry Farm Planned Unit Development to allow a three-story senior apartment building. The Commission will also review the final plat for Henneberry Farm Unit 15. Approval of the January 13, 2025 minutes is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing for rezoning 24647 South Ford Road from R-1 Single Family Residence to A-2 Rural Residence (applicant Jennifer McMillin)
• Public hearing for an amendment to Henneberry Farm PUD to allow a three-story senior apartment building at NW corner of Drake Drive and South Plainview Drive (applicant Lincoln Avenue Capital Management)
• Review and recommendation for final plat of Henneberry Farm Planned Unit Development Unit 15 (applicant Finish Line Properties)
• Approval of minutes from January 13, 2025

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend the Village Board approve a rezoning of 24647 South Ford Road from R-1 to A-2, and to amend the Henneberry Farms PUD to allow a three-story senior apartment building at Drake Drive and South Plainview Drive. It also recommended approval of the final plat for Henneberry Farm PUD Unit 15 and a special use permit for mining at Morris Sand & Gravel. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended rezoning 24647 South Ford Road from R-1 to A-2 (all ayes)
• Recommended PUD amendment for three-story senior apartment building at Drake & Plainview (all ayes)
• Recommended final plat for Henneberry Farm PUD Unit 15 (all ayes)
• Recommended approval of Morris Sand & Gravel special use permit with conditions (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Board will discuss a resolution authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into an electricity supply contract for commercial accounts via a collaborative bid. Other discussions include the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, Moody's credit comment, a road resurfacing change order, and a tree removal contract for the Bridge Street Multi-Use Path. No formal votes are taken at this meeting.

• Resolution to authorize electricity purchase contract for commercial accounts through Northern Illinois Municipal Electric Collaborative Bid Process
• Discussion of 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030
• Review of Moody's Annual Issuers Comment
• Change Order No. 2 for 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing Project
• Proposed award of tree removal contract for Bridge Street Multi-Use Path

The Committee of the Whole discussed authorizing the Village Administrator to sign an electricity supply contract with the lowest bidder through NIMEC, with ratification at the next board meeting. They also reviewed the draft 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY2026-2030, a change order decreasing the 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing Project cost, and a tree removal contract bid for the Bridge Street Multi-Use Path. No formal votes were taken; items are scheduled for future board action.

• Discussed authorizing Village Administrator to sign electricity contract with lowest bidder via NIMEC (no vote)
• Discussed 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan FY2026-2030, ~$177.5M total (no vote)
• Discussed Change Order No. 2 for 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing, decreasing contract to $939,544.69 (no vote)
• Discussed tree removal contract bid from Homer Tree Service for Bridge Street Multi-Use Path (no vote)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Board of Trustees will meet to approve routine consent items including minutes and bill payments totaling over $1.84 million. Under department reports, the board will consider a resolution to authorize the Village Administrator to contract for electricity for commercial accounts through the Northern Illinois Municipal Electric Collaborative bid process. Also up for approval are the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2026-2030, a change order for the 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing Project, and a tree removal contract for the Bridge Street Multi Use Path.

• Consent agenda includes payment of bills ($1,662,887.38), manual checks ($14,267.70), and net payroll ($172,320.79)
• Resolution to authorize electricity purchase contract for commercial accounts through NIMEC
• Approval of 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY2026-2030
• Change Order No. 2 for 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing Project
• Tree removal contract for Bridge Street Multi Use Path

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution authorizing the Village Administrator to enter into an electricity purchase contract for commercial accounts through the Northern Illinois Municipal Electric Collaborative bid process. They also approved Change Order No. 2 for the 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing Project and awarded a tree removal contract for the Bridge Street Multi-Use Path. All motions passed unanimously. The 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan was introduced as a first read, with no action taken.

• Approved resolution authorizing electricity purchase contract for commercial accounts (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing Project Change Order No. 2 (unanimous)
• Awarded tree removal contract for Bridge Street Multi-Use Path (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and payments totaling $1,849,475.87 (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Channahon Village Board Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss several items, including a lease amendment with Resurrection Lutheran Church, contracts for a regional infrastructure collaboration plan, and development proposals. No formal votes will be taken at this meeting; all items are for discussion only.

• Lease amendment between the Village and Resurrection Lutheran Church
• Contract with TranSystems for a Regional Infrastructure Collaboration Plan for Northeast Grundy County and surrounding area
• Contract with Ann Schneider & Associates for project oversight and management of the regional infrastructure plan
• Extra-jurisdictional review of a Grundy County special use permit for extraction at the Morris Sand & Gravel Facility
• JCD Residential Multifamily Development concept plan

The Channahon Village Board Committee of the Whole held a discussion-only meeting with no formal votes. Key items discussed included a proposed one-year lease amendment with Resurrection Lutheran Church at $150/month, contracts for a regional infrastructure collaboration plan, and a concept plan for a 240-unit multifamily development. The board gave direction to move forward on the multifamily concept and concurred with the low bid for the Bridge Street Multi-Use Path.

• Discussed lease amendment with Resurrection Lutheran Church (no vote)
• Discussed TranSystems contract for regional infrastructure plan (no vote)
• Discussed Ann Schneider & Associates contract for project oversight (no vote)
• Discussed Titan Technologies AV upgrade proposal at $80,554.10 (no vote)
• Discussed Grundy County special use permit for Morris Sand & Gravel (no vote)
• Gave board direction to move forward on JCD Residential multifamily concept plan
• Discussed Adler Roofing building repair proposal (no vote)
• Concurred with D Construction low bid for Bridge Street Multi-Use Path

Board of Trustees

The Board will consider approving a contract with TranSystems for a Regional Infrastructure Collaboration Plan for Northeast Grundy County and surrounding area, along with a related contract with Ann Schneider & Associates for project oversight. Other business includes a lease amendment with Resurrection Lutheran Church, an extra-jurisdictional review of a special-use permit for sand and gravel extraction at Morris Sand & Gravel, and approval of payments totaling over $738,000. Departmental reports and routine consent items will also be addressed.

• Approve payment of bills list for $560,067.37
• Approve lease amendment between Village and Resurrection Lutheran Church
• Contract with TranSystems for regional infrastructure collaboration plan
• Extra-jurisdictional review of Grundy County special-use permit for extraction at Morris Sand & Gravel
• Acceptance of public improvements for Whispering Oaks Unit 2 and release of guarantee

The Channahon Village Board approved contracts with TranSystems and Ann Schneider & Associates for a regional infrastructure collaboration plan, a lease amendment with Resurrection Lutheran Church, board room audio/visual upgrades, and several public works items. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The board also decided not to object to a Grundy County special use permit for sand and gravel extraction.

• Approved consent agenda including bills of $560,067.37, manual checks of $2,134.17, and payroll of $176,553.40 (6-0)
• Approved lease amendment with Resurrection Lutheran Church (6-0)
• Approved contract with TranSystems for regional infrastructure collaboration plan (6-0)
• Approved contract with Ann Schneider & Associates for project oversight (6-0)
• Approved board room audio/visual technology upgrades pending attorney review (6-0)
• Approved no objection to Grundy County special use permit for extraction at Morris Sand & Gravel (6-0)
• Approved Adler Roofing building proposal, Whispering Oaks Unit 2 acceptance, and Change Order 2 for Water Tower No. 3 (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Channahon Board of Fire and Police Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes, discuss an update on board expansion, and consider approval of the annual report and budget request. They will also vote on IFPCA membership renewal and hold a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approval of meeting minutes from October 17, 2024
• Board Expansion Update (old business)
• Annual Report and Budget Request Approval (new business)
• IFPCA Membership Renewal (bills)
• Closed meeting for appointment, employment, dismissal, compensation, discipline, and performance of an employee

The Channahon Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the draft Annual Report with a recommendation to add a camera for recording interviews in future hiring processes, and approved a $400 invoice for IFPCA membership renewal. The board also noted the Village Executive Board's approval of an ordinance expanding the commission from three to five members, with potential appointments in May 2025. All votes were 2-0.

• Approved minutes from October 17, 2024 special meeting (2-0)
• Approved draft Annual Report with camera recommendation for interviews (2-0)
• Approved $400 IFPCA membership renewal invoice (2-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a concept plan for a multifamily development by JCD Residential and an extrajurisdictional Special Use Permit for mining activities at the Morris Sand & Gravel Facility. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Concept plan review for multifamily development filed by JCD Residential
• Extrajurisdictional review of Grundy County Special Use Permit for extraction (mining) at Morris Sand & Gravel, 4345 East Dellos Road
• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2024
• Public comment period
• Next commission meeting scheduled for February 10, 2025

Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will discuss a proposed Attraction Map as new business. Old business includes updates on the A5 Rebranding, Gateway Art Installation, and Art in the Park projects. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda is focused on discussion and updates.

• Discussion of Attraction Map
• A5 Rebranding Update
• Gateway Art Installation update
• Art in the Park update

The Arts and Culture Commission discussed and agreed to move forward with a proposal for a wallet-sized attraction map, to be produced by Mapcraft. The commission will seek sponsorships to cover costs, with a budget of $2,500 and an estimated project cost of $6,000. They plan to present the proposal to the Village Board in February or March. No formal votes were taken on the map, but the commission reached consensus to proceed.

• Approved minutes from December 12, 2024 meeting (all ayes)
• Agreed to move forward with Mapcraft for attraction map (consensus)
• Set next meeting for February 12, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:43 p.m. (all ayes)

Board of Trustees

The Board will consider approving a contract with Kluber Architects + Engineers for design services for a proposed Public Works Facility. The consent agenda includes approval of payments totaling over $10.8 million, including manual checks of $10.36 million and a bills list of $292,572.76. Several public works items are up for discussion, including janitorial services, water audits, and a drilling contract change order.

• Consider approval of contract with Kluber Architects + Engineers for design services for a proposed Public Works Facility
• Approve payment of bills list of January 6, 2025 for $292,572.76
• Approve payment of manual checks of January 6, 2025 for $10,362,418.67
• Consider approval of Uni-Max Management Corporation contract for janitorial services
• Consider approval of change order 4 to the Well No. 7 Drilling Contract

The Channahon Village Board approved a contract with Kluber Architects + Engineers for design services for a proposed public works facility, with a not-to-exceed amount of $194,195. The board also approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling over $10.8 million, and several public works contracts and amendments. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and payments totaling $10,821,245.55 (6-0)
• Approved Kluber Architects + Engineers design contract for public works, not to exceed $194,195 (6-0)
• Approved Uni-Max janitorial services contract (6-0)
• Approved engineering proposal for AWWA water audits (6-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Strand Associates' corrosion control study proposal (6-0)
• Approved Change Order 4 to Well No. 7 drilling contract (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a contract with Kluber Architects + Engineers for design services for a proposed Public Works Facility. Other discussions include janitorial services, water audits, a corrosion control study, and a change order for Well No. 7 drilling. A presentation on a new museum exhibit is also scheduled.

• Discussion of contract with Kluber Architects + Engineers for design services for a proposed Public Works Facility
• Discussion of Uni-Max Management Corporation contract for janitorial services
• Discussion of engineering proposal for AWWA water audits
• Discussion of Amendment No. 1 to Strand Associates' proposal for Optimal Corrosion Control Treatment Study
• Discussion of Change Order 4 to the Well No. 7 Drilling Contract

The Committee of the Whole discussed but did not vote on a $194,195 contract with Kluber Architects + Engineers for design services for a proposed public works facility. They also reviewed janitorial services, water audits, and other items, but no formal decisions were made.

• Discussed $194,195 contract with Kluber Architects + Engineers for public works facility design (no vote)
• Discussed Uni-Max Management Corporation janitorial contract at $1,800/month (no vote)
• Discussed engineering proposal for AWWA water audits (no vote)
• Discussed Amendment No. 1 to Strand Associates for corrosion control study (no vote)
• Discussed Change Order 4 to Well No. 7 drilling contract with $115,723.50 deduction (no vote)