Lockport public meetings in 2021

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will hear Case 2021-H005, a conceptual review of the proposed 10th Street Festival Street at Hamilton Street, which the City is developing for a state grant application. The meeting also includes approval of November minutes, a chairman's report, and a staff update on the Historic Preservation Code Assessment and Design Guidelines Workshop. No final decisions are expected on the festival street, as it is in the conceptual phase.

• Case 2021-H005: 10th Street Festival Street concept plan (Hamilton Street) for Rebuild Downtowns & Main Streets grant
• Approval of November 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Staff report: Historic Preservation Code Assessment and Update, Phase Three Design Guidelines Workshop
• Chairman's report on Park District Building/Gladys Fox Museum (no application received)

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a major water main replacement project and budget amendments. The agenda also includes grant applications for downtown streetscapes and bike trail connections.

• Awarding Austin Tyler Construction $1,879,004.18 for Kelvin Grove Rear Yard Water Main Replacement
• Grant application for 10th Street streetscape and festival street project
• Approval of $5,300.00 façade and site improvement grant for 1128-1134 S. State Street
• Release of $382,977.70 bond for Prologis Phase 2 Mass Grading
• Contract with Concentric Integration, LLC for $27,920.00 for SCADA software support

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a cost-sharing agreement for a Phase I engineering study of a bike path connecting Lewis University to downtown Lockport. The city would commit $170,000 of the $510,000 total, with Lewis University and Romeoville each paying equal shares. The committee will also consider several other items, including a valet service extension and a parking agreement for a Walmart lot.

• Cost-sharing agreement for IL-7 connector bike path Phase I study: Lockport to pay $170,000 of $510,000 total
• Extension of agreement with VIP Valet Services for downtown valet service for 2022-2023
• Agreement for regulating parking at 16241 S. Farrell Rd (Walmart Parking Lot)
• Annexation of city-owned property south of 167th St. and east of Cedar Ridge Dr.
• Façade & Site Improvement Grant Request for 905-907 S. State Street

Board of Police Commission Meeting

The Board of Police Commissioners will review reports from the Chief and discuss hiring for 2021-2023. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss prospective Lockport Police Department vacancies for 2022.

• 2021-2023 New Hires
• New Psychological Exam Firm
• LPD Vacancies in 2022 (Executive Session)

Plan & Zoning Commission

The December 14, 2021 Plan & Zoning Commission meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend items for the next City Council meeting, including a bike trail connection master plan, grant applications, a budget amendment, and various contracts. The committee will also hear public comments.

• Bike trail connection master plan between I&M Canal and Centennial trails, estimated $312,000
• Grant application for Rebuild Downtowns and Main Streets program for 10th Street streetscape
• 2021 Budget Amendment
• Property/Liability & Workers' Compensation Insurance Renewals
• SCADA software support contract for $27,920.00

City Council

The Lockport City Council will vote on the 2022 budget ordinance, the 2021 property tax levy, and several other consent agenda items, including a tax abatement for Julco LLC and a sludge application contract. A separate action item proposes amending Chapter 151 to require inspections of rental properties that failed to register. The meeting also includes public comment and a possible executive session.

• Approve Ordinance No. 21-034 adopting the 2022 Budget
• Approve Ordinance No. 21-035 for the 2021 Property Tax Levy
• Approve 2021 Real Estate Tax Abatement for Julco LLC
• Approve contract with New Era Spreading Inc. for sludge application (up to $15,000)
• Amend Chapter 151 to require inspections of unregistered rental properties

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the 2021 property tax levy, which totals $7,205,000. The proposal includes $952,500 for bonds and interest and aims to maintain a stable tax rate despite increases in assessed value.

• 2021 Property Tax Levy totaling $7,205,000
• Intergovernmental Agreement between Will County and City of Lockport for Traffic Signal Preemption Devices
• Maker Space Support Grant for 207 W. 6th Street
• Contract with New Era Spreading Inc. for sludge land application from Jan 1, 2022, to Dec 31, 2023
• Amendment to City Code Chapter 151 regarding inspections of unregistered rental properties

City Council

The Lockport City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2022 budget and consider several consent agenda items, including an ordinance amending the zoning code to re-add exterior building materials and design guidelines, and a resolution authorizing a $41,500 condition assessment of the Briggs Street Force Main. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, payroll, and bills.

• Public hearing on the 2022 budget
• Ordinance 21-036: Amends Chapter 156 Zoning Code to add Appendices A (Exterior Building Materials) and B (Design Guidelines)
• Resolution 21-109: Authorizes RJN Group to perform condition assessment of Briggs Street Force Main for $41,500
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes, payroll, and bills

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for replacing a rear window with glass block at 901 S. State Street, a historic building highly visible from three streets. Staff notes the work may qualify for the Façade Grant Program but must meet the Secretary of the Interior's Design Standards. The meeting also includes approval of the October 19, 2021 minutes and routine reports.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for rear window replacement at 901 S. State Street (Case 2021-H004)
• Approval of October 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Façade Grant Program could cover up to 50% of replacement cost
• Property located at southwest corner of 9th and State Streets, zoned C-4

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Plan & Zoning Commission will meet to consider a final plat of subdivision for Lockport Square Third Resubdivision. The body will also review minutes from the October 12, 2021, meeting.

• Final Plat of Subdivision of Lockport Square Third Resubdivision, Lots 9A & 10A (PZC 2021-012)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for future City Council action, including a cable television franchise extension with Comcast. The agenda also includes discussions regarding an annexation for a gas station development and a large residential concept plan.

• Extension of Cable Television Franchise Agreement with Comcast of Illinois, LLC
• Annexation of .833-acre property near Gougar Road and 159th Street for Thorntons Gas Station development
• License Agreement with BPG Custom Designs, LLC for use of City property at 201 W. 6th St.
• Concept Plan for a proposed 645-unit residential development (formerly Fox Hollow and Hidden Lakes)
• Approval of the 2022 schedule of meetings for various City commissions

City Council

The Lockport City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on annexing and rezoning Big Run Wolf Ranch at 14857 Farrell Road, plus consider rezoning land near Gougar Road and 159th Street for a Thornton's gas station. They will also vote on zoning text amendments, a building code fix, and routine consent items like minutes and payroll.

• Public hearing and annexation agreement for Big Run Wolf Ranch (14857 Farrell Road) with rezoning to R-1 and special use permit
• Rezoning from A1 to C3 for property near Gougar Road and 159th Street (Thornton's gas station)
• Ordinance 21-031: minor text amendments to Chapter 156 (Zoning Code)
• Ordinance 21-032: gas stations as special use in C-2 and C-3 districts with conditions
• Release of $382,977.70 cash bond for Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will discuss staff-proposed modifications to the Historic Preservation Code (Chapter 150), based on feedback from an earlier phase. The agenda includes approval of May 11, 2021 minutes and a staff report on the code update. No new cases are scheduled for hearing.

• Staff report on Historic Preservation Code Assessment and Update, Phase Two: suggested modifications
• Proposed changes to Chapter 150 include new purpose items, a district map, definitions (Restoration), and revised commission duties
• Discussion of Certificate of Appropriateness procedures and Certificate of Economic Hardship
• Enforcement and penalties for code violations to be discussed

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Plan & Zoning Commission will discuss a concept plan for a 183-acre residential development. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding updates to the city's design standards in the Zoning Ordinance.

• Concept plan for a 183-acre, 645-unit residential community at W. Oak Avenue and Briggs Street (Serenity Landing)
• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment PZC 2021-002 TA to update Appendix B: Design Standards

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing an agreement to annex 3.010 acres at 14857 S. Farrell Road into the City. The proposal includes rezoning the property to R-1 Single-Family Residential with a Special Use Permit for a museum and special purpose establishment to allow continued wildlife operations.

• Annexation and rezoning of 14857 S. Farrell Road for Big Run Wolf Ranch
• Rezoning of property near Gougar Road and 159th Street from A1 to C3 Highway Commercial
• Special Use Permit for a motorcycle repair shop at 842 N. State Street
• Amendments to the City Zoning Code regarding gas station uses and minor text changes
• Discussion on infrastructure financial analysis and impact fees

City Council

The Lockport City Council will consider approving an ordinance amending Chapter 75 to regulate unlicensed off-road vehicles, including fines and impoundment, and a resolution releasing a $290,290 letter of credit for the Lago Vista Phase V North subdivision. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, payroll, and other routine items. The meeting will also include a public comment period and a possible executive session.

• Ordinance No. 21-025 amending Chapter 75 to regulate unlicensed off-road vehicles
• Resolution No. 21-101 releasing Lago Vista Phase V North Letter of Credit No. 12129 in the amount of $290,290.00
• Approval of bills through September 28, 2021
• Approval of payroll period ending September 19, 2021
• Consent agenda includes minutes from September 15, 2021 meetings

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission meeting scheduled for September 21, 2021, was cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No business was conducted or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two items recommended for the next City Council agenda: an ordinance to regulate unlicensed off-road vehicles like ATVs, and a resolution to release a $290,290 letter of credit for the Lago Vista Phase 5 North subdivision. The committee will also hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Ordinance No. 21-025: Amends Chapter 75 to regulate unlicensed off-road vehicles, with fines of $500-$1,500 and impoundment for unpaid fines or third offense.
• Resolution No. 21-101: Releases Lago Vista Phase 5 North Letter of Credit No. 12129 in the amount of $290,290.00, contingent on a one-year maintenance bond of 10% of the original amount.
• Certificate of Initial Acceptance for Lago Vista Phase 5 public and private improvements, dated August 26, 2021.
• Police complaints about ATVs: 102 in 2017, 64 in 2018, 54 in 2019, 129 in 2020, 110 YTD 2021.

City Council

The Lockport City Council will vote on several consent agenda items and one regular action item, including awarding a contract for bike path improvements and approving construction engineering services for the wastewater treatment plant. The meeting also includes public comment and a possible executive session.

• Award Canal Bike Path Improvements Project from 2nd to 6th Street to Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. in the amount of $172,008.41
• Approve Resolution No. 21-099 for Baxter & Woodman Consulting Engineers for Division Street WWTP Phase I Improvements Project Construction Engineering in the amount of $316,140.00
• Approve Resolution No. 21-097 Intergovernmental Agreement with Lockport Township Park District for 50/50 cost sharing for I&M Canal Trail improvements from 6th to 2nd Street
• Approve Resolution No. 21-098 Three Party Agreement with IDOT and CN for Railway-Highway Grade Crossing Improvements on the 8th Street Crossing
• Approve Resolution No. 21-100 First Amendment to Economic Incentive Agreement with FCA Realty, LLC to extend deadline to open new automobile dealership to July 2023

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request for a future gas station and a special use permit for a motorcycle repair shop. Members will also discuss updates to the city's design guidelines and zoning ordinance text amendments.

• Rezoning of .82 acres near Gougar Road and 159th Street from A1 Agricultural to C3 Highway Commercial for Thornton's
• Special Use Permit for Stretch's Motorcycle Shop at 842 N. State Street
• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment regarding gas stations (Land Use Table 7-21-21) and accessory structures
• Discussion on replacement of Design Guidelines and Exterior Building Materials appendix

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for the next City Council meeting, including a resolution to approve a three-party agreement with IDOT and CN for safety improvements at the 8th Street railroad crossing. The project is fully funded by federal and railroad dollars, with no local cost. Also on the agenda are a contract for engineering services at the wastewater treatment plant and agreements for trail improvements and an auto dealership incentive extension.

• Resolution 21-098: Three-party agreement with IDOT and CN for 8th Street crossing improvements ($222,000, no city cost)
• First Amendment to Economic Incentive Agreement with FCA Realty, LLC to extend dealership opening deadline
• Intergovernmental agreement with Lockport Township Park District for 50/50 cost sharing on Illinois & Michigan Canal Trail improvements (6th to 2nd Street)
• Baxter & Woodman engineering contract for Division Street WWTP Phase I improvements ($316,140.00)

City Council

The Lockport City Council will vote on several action items, including awarding a $2.84 million contract for the Division Street Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase I improvements and a $74,922.04 pavement marking contract. They will also hold a public hearing on annexing an 8.4-acre property owned by the Catholic Diocese of Joliet, and consider a license agreement for Tangled Roots to use the Chevron site for Oktoberfest. Consent agenda items include approving minutes, payroll, and a developer assignment for a property at 1016 S. State St.

• Award $2,840,000 to Williams Brothers Construction for Division Street WWTP Phase I improvements
• Award $74,922.04 to RoadSafe Traffic Systems for 2021 Pavement Marking Program
• Public hearing on annexing 8.4-acre Catholic Diocese of Joliet property at 167th St & Cedar Ridge Dr (Ward 4)
• License agreement with Tangled Roots for Oktoberfest at Chevron site (Sept 24-26)
• Approve successor developer HGJ Properties for 3-story building at 1016 S. State St.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a license agreement for an Oktoberfest event at the Chevron site. The committee is also considering the annexation of 8.4 acres owned by the Catholic Diocese of Joliet.

• License agreement with Tangled Roots Brewing Company for Oktoberfest at the Chevron site
• Ordinance to annex 8.4-acre property at 167th Street and Cedar Ridge Drive
• Amendment to redevelopment agreement for a 3-story building at 1016 S. State St.
• Final development plan for Phase 2 of Silo Bend

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Lockport Heritage & Architecture Commission was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Plan & Zoning Commission

The Commission reviewed a proposal for two new 2,400 SF commercial buildings with drive-thru facilities at 1201 - 1225 E. 9th Street. Residents and commissioners raised concerns regarding traffic congestion, parking reduction, and impact on existing businesses. The motion to deny the concept plan was carried.

• Denial of concept plan for two 2,400 SF commercial buildings at 1201 - 1225 E. 9th Street
• Approval of rezoning from R4 Multifamily Residential to C2 Community Commercial for 960 E. 9th Street
• Approval of amendment to special use permit and final development plans for a 19,230 SF building addition at Styleline Custom Cabinetry
• Review of Final Development Plan/Final Subdivision Plat for Phase 2 of Silo Bend

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for possible action at the next City Council meeting, including a license agreement for haunted house parking, a liquor code amendment, and multiple zoning and development code changes. The agenda also includes routine reports and public comment.

• License agreement with Legacy Events for Hell's Gate Haunted House parking at Chevron site, 2021-2023 seasons
• Ordinance 21-015 amending liquor code to prohibit smoking in sidewalk cafes and require designated smoking shelters
• Rezoning of 960 E. 9th Street from R4 to C-2 (PZC Case #2021-007)
• Special use permit amendment for Styleline Custom Cabinetry expansion (PZC Case #2021-003)
• Repealing and replacing zoning code, sign code, and development code; adopting comprehensive plan

City Council

The Lockport City Council will consider a temporary moratorium on new gas stations to review zoning, and award a $62,920 contract for the 2021 crack filling program. They will also approve consent agenda items including minutes, payroll, and a BNSF quiet zone engineering agreement. Public comments are limited to 20 minutes.

• Resolution 21-080: Moratorium on new gas stations until September 30, 2021
• Resolution 21-084: Award 2021 Crack Filling Program to Patriot Pavement Maintenance for $62,920.00
• Resolution 21-082: Agreement with BNSF for Quiet Zone Project Feasibility
• Approve payroll period ending July 25, 2021
• Approve bills through July 27, 2021

Public Water Commission Meeting of Frankfort, Joliet, Lockport, New Lenox, Rockdale, Romeoville

The Public Water Commission of Frankfort, Joliet, Lockport, New Lenox, Rockdale, and Romeoville is holding a remote public hearing to consider and take final action on its Appropriation Ordinance for the fiscal year May 1, 2021 through April 30, 2022. The ordinance has been available for public inspection at Lockport City Hall since July 12, 2021. Public comments were due by 5:00 p.m. on July 20, 2021.

• Remote public hearing scheduled for 10:00 A.M. on July 22, 2021
• Appropriation Ordinance for fiscal year May 1, 2021 to April 30, 2022
• Ordinance available for inspection at Lockport City Hall, 222 E. Ninth Street
• Meeting conducted remotely under Governor Pritzker's COVID-19 Executive Order 2020-07
• Comments due by 5:00 p.m. July 20, 2021 to Ben Benson at bbenson@lockport.org

City Council

The City Council will decide on a revenue-sharing agreement with Thorntons and a contract for the 2021 Sidewalk Program. The body will also review meeting minutes and payroll.

• Proposed 50/50 share of local municipal fuel tax with Thorntons at 15925 W. 159th Street for 3 years, capped at $500,000
• Proposed award to Globe Construction, Inc. for the 2021 Sidewalk Program totaling $120,000
• Approval of bills through July 13, 2021
• Approval of payroll period ending July 11, 2021

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing three items for possible action at the next city council meeting: a $14,620 engineering agreement with BNSF for a quiet-zone feasibility study, an ordinance amending the liquor code to add cleanup and smoking restrictions for sidewalk cafés, and a resolution imposing a moratorium on new gas station developments while the city studies their zoning classification.

• Agreement with BNSF for preliminary engineering services for quiet zone projects, cost $14,620
• Ordinance amending Chapter 111 liquor code: sidewalk café cleanup responsibility and smoking/vaping ban
• Resolution for moratorium on new gas station developments until August 31, 2021
• Sidewalk café annual fee remains $125, payable semiannually
• Public comment limited to 20 minutes, 5 minutes per speaker

Heritage and Architecture Commission

This meeting of the Heritage and Architecture Commission was cancelled because there were no agenda items to discuss. No decisions or discussions took place.

Plan & Zoning Commission

The commission will conduct public hearings regarding rezoning requests for the Roman Catholic Diocese and a property on E. 9th Street, as well as a special use permit amendment for Styleline Custom Cabinetry. The body will also review a concept plan for two new commercial buildings at the Clover Ridge Retail Center.

• Rezoning request for the Roman Catholic Diocese at the southeast corner of Cedar Ridge Drive and 167th Street from A1 Agricultural to R2 Single Family Residential
• Rezoning request for a portion of 960 E. 9th Street from R4 Multiple Family Residential to C2 Community Commercial
• Amendment to Special Use Permit and building addition plans for Styleline Custom Cabinetry at Prime Business Campus, Lot 12
• Concept plan for two 2,400 SF commercial buildings with drive-thrus at Clover Ridge Retail Center (1201 - 1225 E. 9th Street)

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a proposed bike path project and a city code amendment. Action is also requested for a 2021 bond sale ordinance and the release of a performance bond.

• Resolution No. 21-079: Professional Services Agreement with V3 Companies for Prime Blvd. to Cedar Ridge bike path design
• Ordinance No. 21-014: Amendment to Chapter 110 of the City Code prohibiting sweepstake machines
• Resolution No. 21-078: Release of $908,831.57 Holiday Inn Express performance bond
• Ordinance No. 21-013: 2021 Bond Sale Ordinance

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is discussing a proposed economic incentive agreement with Thorntons to share 50% of the city's local motor fuel tax revenue for three years, capped at $500,000, to support a new gas station and convenience store at 15925 W. 159th Street. The agreement is recommended for approval and would be placed on the next City Council agenda.

• 50/50 share of Lockport's local motor fuel tax for 3 years, capped at $500,000
• Thorntons to build fuel station with diesel at southeast corner of Gougar Road and 159th Street
• Agreement includes $10,000/month penalty if Thorntons fails to open by December 31, 2023
• Construction must commence within 1 year of final plan approval per City Code
• Thorntons to install utility connections for future electric vehicle charging stations

Board of Police Commission Meeting

The Board will conduct business regarding police hiring and candidate vacancies. The agenda includes discussions on the new hire eligibility list process and election of officers.

• 2021-2023 New Hire Eligibility List Process
• LTHS Conditions for Written Test
• Current Candidates for Vacancies
• Election of Officers
• Review of Past Executive Sessions

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a sanitary sewer televising project and releasing a letter of credit for B&B Foods. The body will also review payroll and various bills.

• Award of 2021 Sanitary Sewer Televising Project to Sewertech, LLC for $78,115.00
• Release of B&B Food Service Letter of Credit No. 00256 in the amount of $125,000.00
• Approval of payroll period ending May 30, 2021
• Approval of bills through June 8, 2021

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole will review a draft ordinance for a $2,000,000 general obligation bond sale to fund capital improvements like road reconstruction, bike paths, sidewalks, and storm sewer work. The bond will be repaid over three years. The committee will also discuss the 2022 budget calendar and other items for the next city council meeting.

• 2021 Bond Sale Draft Ordinance for $2,000,000 to fund capital improvements
• 2022 Budget Calendar presented for information only
• Agreement with V3 for bike path between Cedar Ridge and Prime Blvd. to connect to Veterans Memorial Trail
• Amendment to Chapter 110 prohibiting sweepstake machines
• Release of bond for Holiday Inn Express

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission meeting scheduled for June 15, 2021, was cancelled because no agenda items were submitted. The notice provides no decisions, proposals, or discussions for this session.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Scheduled for Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 6:00 PM
• Location: Central Square Building, 222 E. 9th St., 3rd Floor Conference Room

Downtown TIF District Annual Joint Review Board

The City of Lockport Downtown TIF District Annual Joint Review Board is meeting to review the annual TIF report and conduct routine business. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a review of the annual report, and new business. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Review of Annual TIF Report
• Approval of Minutes
• New Business

Plan & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing to review a draft update of the City's Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. The proposed updates focus on reorganizing regulations, reducing jargon, and adding new sections for outdoor dining, home occupations, and mobile storage units.

• Public hearing for the City of Lockport's Code of Ordinances; Chapter 156 Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan review
• Proposed new regulations for outdoor dining and home occupations
• Proposed new section for Mobile Storage Units (PODs)
• Proposed updates to bulk regulations for porches and patios in R-O and R-1 Residential Districts
• Approval of Plan and Zoning Commission meeting minutes from March 9, 2021

City Council

The City Council will review an ordinance to prohibit excessive mufflers, smoke, and engine braking. The body is also considering several grants for site improvements and the installation of streetlights in Parkside Estates Phase II.

• Ordinance No. 21-012 to prohibit excessive mufflers, smoke, and engine braking
• Facade and site improvement grant of $10,000 for 925 E. 9th Street
• Facade and site improvement grant of $1,700 for 1203 E. 9th Street
• Release of Lockport Animal Hospital Bond No. PB10471600104 in the amount of $209,878.40
• Resolution No. 21-068 for Meade, Inc. to install eight streetlights in Parkside Estates Phase 2

City Council

The City Council will consider approving engineering services for a streetscape project and maintenance funds for the recently purchased Chevron site. The body will also vote on appointments to the Plan and Zoning Commission and the Board of Police Commission.

• V3 Companies 2021 Streetscape Construction Engineering: $183,090
• Maintenance and stormwater protection for Chevron site: $204,000
• Appointments of Aaron Peters and Darren Deskin to Plan and Zoning Commission
• Re-appointment of John "Jack" Miller to Board of Police Commission

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing an ordinance to amend Chapter 70 regarding vehicle operation prohibitions. The proposal aims to reduce noise from trucks near residential areas by prohibiting 'jake braking' and excessive smoke or mufflers.

• Ordinance to prohibit excessive engine braking, loud mufflers, and excessive smoke
• $1,700 façade grant for sign replacement at 1203 E. 9th Street
• $10,000 site improvement grant for monument sign at 925 E. 9th Street
• Release of bond for Lockport Animal Hospital
• Streetlight installation for Parkside Estates Phase II

Heritage and Architecture Commission

This meeting of the Lockport Heritage and Architecture Commission was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Board of Police Commission Meeting

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to review the Chief's report and address new business. The primary item for discussion is the 2021-2023 New Hire Eligibility List Procedure.

• 2021-2023 New Hire Eligibility List Procedure

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a proposed outdoor eating area with a gazebo-like structure, Astroturf bocce ball area, and fire pit at 933 S. State Street (Embers Tap House). The meeting also includes approval of the April 20, 2021 minutes. Public comments may be submitted by email or phone due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for outdoor eating area, gazebo, Astroturf bocce ball, and fire pit at 933 S. State Street
• Approval of April 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comments accepted via email or phone due to COVID-19

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the re-appointment of City Administrator Benjamin J. Benson and Police Chief Terry Lemming. The body is also considering several appointments to the Police Commission, Plan and Zoning Commission, and the International Code Council Board of Appeals.

• Re-appointment of Benjamin J. Benson as City Administrator and approval of a second employment agreement extension
• Re-appointment of Terry Lemming as Police Chief
• Appointment of Richard Harang as successor Chief of Police upon Terry Lemming's retirement
• Appointments of Aaron Peters and Kyle Quinn to the Plan and Zoning Commission
• Re-appointment of John "Jack" Miller to the Board of Police Commission

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for the 2021 Streetscape Project. The body is also reviewing a concept plan for a gas station and adjustments to future elected official compensation.

• Contract award to R.W. Dunteman Company for the 2021 Streetscape Project in the amount of $1,793,189.38
• Concept plan for Thornton’s Fuel Station at 15925 W. 159th St.
• Ordinance No. 21-010 to adjust compensation for future Mayor, City Clerk, Alderpersons, and City Treasurer
• Waste Management agreement amendment to add the AYD program for $1.42 per month on residential accounts
• Resolution No. 21-056 for the purchase of a 2021 Ford F-250 Pickup Truck

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole will discuss two spending items recommended for the next City Council agenda: a $183,090 task order for V3 Companies to provide construction engineering for the 2021 Streetscape Project, and a $256,600 purchase for maintenance and stormwater protection at the newly purchased Chevron site. The meeting also includes routine items like the pledge, roll call, and public comments.

• V3 Companies task order for 2021 Streetscape construction engineering, $183,090
• Purchase of backup stormwater pump ($40,000) and generator ($85,000) for Chevron site
• Border security fencing addition along Deep Run Creek, $60,000
• Fabrication shop repairs: roofing/skylights $12,000, insulation $9,200, siding $25,000, man-doors $6,400
• Electrical service drop for southern portion of Chevron site, $19,000

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure repairs, commission appointments, and a new mixed-use building plan. The body is also considering the adoption of the Route 171 Corridor Plan.

• Approval of $1,967,223.00 for IL 171 (State Street) and IL 7 (9th Street) resurfacing and streetscape project
• Final development plans for a mixed-use building at 1016 S. State Street
• Adoption of the Route 171 Corridor Plan
• Authorization for Water Well Solutions to repair Well No. 11
• License agreement with Canal Corridor Association for a bicycle rental station

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several items for potential action at the next City Council meeting, including adding Waste Management's At Your Door special recycling service for $1.42 per month per household, amending the city code to raise future elected officials' compensation, and approving a 2020 budget amendment. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Arbor Day and public comment period.

• Amendment to Waste Management agreement to add At Your Door recycling service at $1.42/month per household
• Amendment to Chapter 30 to adjust compensation for future elected officials (Mayor, City Clerk, Alderpersons, Treasurer)
• 2020 Budget Amendment No. 2
• Concept plan for Thornton's Fuel Station at 15925 W. 159th St.
• Purchase of a 2021 Ford F-250 pickup truck

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission is reviewing a request to amend exterior facade improvements for the former People’s Cleaners building. The commission will also discuss phase one of an assessment to update the Historic Preservation Code.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for revised exterior facade improvements at 917 S. State Street
• Proposed $191,640.00 renovation budget for 917 S. State Street including masonry and framing
• Phase One assessment of the Historic Preservation Code update

Plan & Zoning Commission

The meeting scheduled for April 13, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a roadway resurfacing contract to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. and approving several public works engineering services. The body is also reviewing a grant for facade improvements and a professional services amendment for a rail quiet zone.

• 2021 Roadway Resurfacing Project contract for Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. in the amount of $749,674.50
• Facade and Site Improvement Grant for 616 S. State Street in the amount of $9,762.50
• Storm Water Program Design & Construction engineering services from Baxter & Woodman, Inc. for $66,555.00
• Sanitary Sewer Televising engineering services from Baxter & Woodman, Inc. for $36,000.00
• Purchase of a new 2022 Ford F750 Crane Truck

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items recommended for the next City Council agenda, including reappointments to two commissions, a new bicycle rental station license agreement, final development plans for a mixed-use building, a water well repair contract, and a downtown streetscape agreement. The meeting will also include public comments, with COVID-19 capacity limits in place.

• Reappointments to Plan and Zoning Commission and Heritage and Architecture Commission (Resolution 21-044)
• Bicycle Rental Station License Agreement with Canal Corridor Association, $5/hour rental rate (Resolution 21-051)
• Final Development Plans for new mixed-use building at 1016 S. State Street
• Water Well Solutions to repair Well No. 11
• 2021 Downtown Streetscape IDOT Local Public Agency Agreement BLR 05310

City Council

The City Council will discuss several administrative approvals, including a contract for downtown valet services and a water supply system assessment. The body is also deciding on a street vacation and a property rezoning on Madison Street.

• Agreement with V.I.P. Valet Services Inc. for downtown businesses not to exceed $75,000 for 2021
• Task order to Strand Associates for water supply system risk and resiliency assessment for $26,600.00
• Release of Letter of Credit No. S508242 for Highlands of Lockport in the amount of $2,500,000.00
• Vacation of a portion of Canal Street to the property at 115 W. Division St.
• Rezoning of 18 Madison Street from R1 Single Family Residential to RO Heritage Residential

City Council

The City Council will discuss several administrative approvals, including a contract for downtown valet services and a water supply system assessment. The body will also consider a property rezoning on Madison Street and the vacation of a portion of Canal Street.

• Agreement with V.I.P. Valet Services Inc. for downtown valet services not to exceed $75,000 for 2021
• Task order to Strand Associates for City water supply system risk and resiliency assessment for $26,600.00
• Release of Highlands of Lockport Letter of Credit No. S508242 in the amount of $2,500,000.00
• Public hearing on vacating a portion of Canal Street to the property at 115 W. Division St.
• Rezoning of 18 Madison Street from R1 Single Family Residential to RO Heritage Residential

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for potential action at the next City Council meeting, including a professional services agreement amendment with HR Green for up to $145,000 to design and coordinate a quiet zone for BNSF rail crossings. The agenda also includes a facade improvement grant request, engineering services for storm water and sanitary sewer projects, and the purchase of a new crane truck. Public comments will be heard, with COVID-19 capacity limits in place.

• Professional Services Agreement Amendment #2 with HR Green for BNSF Quiet Zone, amount not to exceed $145,000
• Façade and Site Improvement Grant Program Request - 616 S. State Street
• 2021 Storm Water Program Design & Construction Engineering Services
• 2021 Sanitary Sewer Televising Engineering Services
• Purchase of a New 2022 Ford F750 Crane Truck

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission is meeting to review sign code updates in the Historic District. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, a chairman's report, and public comment. No new cases are listed for this meeting.

• Review of Sign Code updates in the Historic District
• Approval of February 16, 2021 meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly recommend items for the next City Council meeting, including a resolution to authorize a $75,000 contract with V.I.P. Valet Services Inc. for weekend and event valet parking in downtown Lockport, funded by video gaming revenue. Other items include a rezoning request, a street vacation, and a resolution urging a trailer bill to amend a police reform act. The meeting also includes routine reports and public comments.

• Resolution 21-042: Authorize agreement with V.I.P. Valet Services Inc. for valet services, not to exceed $75,000 for 2021
• Vacation of a portion of Canal Street to abutting property at 115 W. Division St.
• Rezoning of 18 Madison Street from R1 to RO Heritage Residential District (PZC Case# 2021-001)
• Task order to Strand Associates for Risk and Resiliency Assessment of city water supply system
• Resolution urging trailer bill to amend Public Act 101-0652 (Police and Criminal Justice Reform Bill)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several items including a land purchase and equipment acquisitions. Key actions include a proposed $2 million purchase of 181 acres from Chevron Environmental Management Company.

• Purchase of 181 acres at 301 West 2nd Street for $2 million
• Engineering design task order for I&M Canal Lock #1 repair for $26,550.00
• Purchase of two 2022 Peterbilt Model 348 snow plow trucks
• Reappointment of Joe Piper to the Lockport Police Pension Board

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on the purchase of 181 acres of land from the Chevron Environmental Management Company. The body will also consider several infrastructure contracts and equipment purchases.

• Purchase of 181 acres at 301 West 2nd Street (Chevron Business Park) for $2 million
• Professional services agreement with HR Green for I&M Canal Lock #1 design in the amount of $26,550.00
• Purchase of two 2022 Peterbilt Model 348 snow plow trucks
• Reappointment of Joe Piper to the Lockport Police Pension Board
• Execution of eleven BLR 09110 form documents for an IDOT audit

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for possible action at the next City Council meeting. The most significant is a proposal to purchase 181 acres of the Chevron Business Park for $2 million, with additional costs for insurance and closing. The committee will also consider retiring police canine Citgo and reappointing Joe Piper to the Police Pension Board.

• Purchase of 181 acres from Chevron Environmental Management Company at 301 West 2nd Street for $2,000,000, plus $200,000 for a 10-year pollution liability insurance policy
• Retirement of Police Canine Citgo and transfer of ownership to handler Ofc. Andrew Ganger
• Reappointment of Joe Piper to the Lockport Police Pension Board for a two-year term to 2023
• Professional Services Agreement with HR Green for engineering design on stabilization of I&M Canal Lock #1
• Purchase of two 2022 Peterbilt Model 348 snow plow trucks

City Council

The City Council will discuss the annexation and rezoning of land for commercial use and semi-truck parking. The body is also considering several engineering task orders for water quality and road improvements.

• Annexation and rezoning to C3 Highway Commercial for 17.82 acres at 143rd Street and Archer Avenue
• Annexation of 9 +/- acres at 14106 S. Archer Avenue for an outdoor storage yard
• Engineering services for Well 15 water quality review totaling $112,000.00
• Phase 1 engineering for IL 171 and New Avenue intersection improvements not to exceed $285,000.00
• Design engineering for 3rd and Hamilton water main and roadway project for $71,500.00

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a proposed three-story mixed-use building at 1016 S. State Street. The project includes commercial space on the first floor and residential units above, with a preliminary budget of $1,158,000. Staff recommends approval, noting the design is compatible with the historic district. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment opportunities.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for redevelopment of 1016 S. State Street (Case 2021-H001)
• Proposed three-story building with commercial and residential space
• Preliminary budget of $1,158,000
• Approval of December 15, 2020 meeting minutes
• COVID-19 meeting modifications with capacity limits and remote comment options

Committee of the Whole

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for the next City Council meeting, including a $285,000 engineering task order for the IL 171/New Avenue intersection, honorary street names for two fallen police officers, and several annexation and rezoning proposals. The meeting also includes routine reports and public comments.

• Task order with V3 for Phase 1 engineering on IL 171 and New Avenue intersection improvements, not to exceed $285,000
• Honorary street names on Weis Lane and Westwood Drive for police officers killed in the line of duty
• Annexation and rezoning of 17.82 acres at 143rd Street and Archer Avenue to C3 Highway Commercial
• Special use permit for outdoor storage yard at 14106 S. Archer Avenue
• Task orders for Well 15 water quality review ($112,000) and 3rd and Hamilton water main replacement

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, vehicle acquisitions, and city ordinances. Key items include engineering services for water main replacement and the purchase of police interceptors.

• Design engineering for Kelvin Grove Rear Yard Water Main Replacement Project: $281,000.00
• Purchase of four Ford Police Interceptor Utilities
• 2021 Resurfacing Program engineering services with Christopher Burke Engineering Ltd.: $69,280.00
• Ordinance prohibiting trucks from driving over curbs or sidewalks at State Street and 9th Street
• Release of letters of credit and bonds for Prologis and Heritage Crossing totaling over $17 million

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for the next City Council meeting, including a 20-year license agreement with Highland Ridge Apartments, LLC. The agreement allows the developer to maintain two City-owned parcels on 143rd Street in exchange for $1.00 annual rent, as the Lockport Township Park District declined to accept the land. Other items include purchasing four Ford police vehicles and engineering services for the 2021 street resurfacing program.

• License Agreement with Highland Ridge Apartments, LLC for maintenance of two parcels on 143rd Street ($1.00 annual rent)
• Purchase of four Ford Police Interceptor Utilities
• Task Order to Christopher Burke Engineering Ltd. for 2021 Resurfacing Program design and construction services
• Task Order to Chamlin & Associates, Inc. for Kelvin Grove Rear Yard Water Main Replacement design services
• Amendment to Chapter 70 of the City Code prohibiting trucks from driving over curbs near State Street and 9th Street

City Council

The City Council will discuss a major infrastructure contract for the 5th to 9th Street reconstruction. The body is also considering the annexation and rezoning of a property on Thornton Street and a special use permit for an auto dealership.

• Contract for 5th - 9th Street Water Main & Roadway Reconstruction Project with Austin Tyler Construction Inc. for $4,770,378.26
• Annexation and rezoning of 505 Thornton Street from R3 Single Family to R1 Single Family
• Amendment to Special Use Permit and development plan for a high-end used automobile dealership at 816 E. 9th Street (GL Quality)
• Cleaning services contract with Vega Building Maintenance, Inc. for $108,756.00 over 3 years
• Release of Sagebrook Residential Subdivision Phase 3 ($144,406.35) and Phase 4 ($184,651.38) letters of credit

Heritage and Architecture Commission

The Heritage and Architecture Commission meeting scheduled for January 19, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No business was conducted.

Committee of the Whole

The City of Lockport has cancelled its Committee of the Whole and Regular City Council meetings scheduled for Wednesday, January 6, 2021. No business will be conducted at these meetings. The notice is signed by the mayor, city clerk, administrator, and all aldermen.

• Committee of the Whole meeting cancelled
• Regular City Council meeting cancelled

City Council

The City of Lockport Committee of the Whole and Regular City Council meetings scheduled for January 6, 2021, were cancelled.