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Lockport public meetings in 2024

77 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 18, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Committee of the Whole to consider $234,739 truck purchase and other items

This Committee of the Whole meeting will discuss and recommend items for the next City Council meeting, including approval of a bond release for Clover Ridge Unit 3 Phase 2, adoption of the Star Innovation District Workshop Scenario Evaluation Report, purchases of vehicles and equipment (a Ford F750 for $234,739, a forklift for $32,755, and a sign truck for $85,000), and appropriation of $456,000 in MFT funds for street maintenance. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, and litigation matters.

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Wed Dec 18, 2024

City Council

Council to consider concept plan for 260-unit residential development (Sadie Ridge)

The City Council will consider a concept plan for a 260-unit townhome and single-family residential community (Sadie Ridge) north of Bruce Road. Other action items include purchasing five police vehicles for up to $210,000, extending consulting agreements, and awarding a fuel supply contract. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, payroll, and an enterprise zone amendment.

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Tue Dec 17, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Commission to review draft Historic District Preservation Plan update

The Heritage & Architecture Commission will review the draft Historic Preservation Plan Update prepared by Ball State University, including the Plan Narrative and Rehabilitation Recommendations. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine reports. No other substantive items are scheduled.

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Thu Dec 5, 2024

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

Regular meeting notice, no specific agenda items listed

The Public Water Commission of six Will County municipalities has posted a notice for a regular meeting on December 5, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Romeoville Public Works Facility. The agenda contains no specific items beyond the meeting logistics and an accessibility accommodation notice. This is a procedural notice with no decisions or discussions detailed.

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Wed Dec 4, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport considers $210,000 for police vehicles and state consulting extension

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for recommendation to the City Council. Key proposals include the purchase of new police vehicles and the extension of a professional services agreement for state legislative assistance.

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Wed Dec 4, 2024

City Council

Lockport City Council to vote on 2025 budget and property tax levy

The City Council will consider adopting the 2025 fiscal year budget and the 2024 property tax levy ordinance. The body will also review insurance renewals and a loan for the Water Pollution Control Loan Program.

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Wed Nov 20, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Property tax levy of $7.81M presented; council to adopt on Dec. 4

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2024 Property Tax Levy Ordinance totaling $7,810,750, including $997,750 for debt service, with a CPI increase of 3.4% and an estimated 9% tax rate decrease. Also on the agenda are property/liability and workers' compensation insurance renewals, and a request to authorize a $33,000 technical assistance agreement with the Regional Transportation Authority. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, and litigation matters.

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Wed Nov 20, 2024

City Council

Public hearing on 2025 budget, debate on 278-unit housing plan

The Lockport City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget and consider several ordinance changes, including a zoning amendment to allow tobacco shops in more districts and creation of a new liquor license for a sports stadium. The council will also vote on awarding a $492,443.50 contract for the 8th Street Pedestrian Bridge improvements and a $20,315 facade grant for a building at 116-120 E. 9th Street. A concept plan for a 278-unit residential development (Sadie Ridge) is on the agenda but is deferred to the December 4 meeting per the applicant's request.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Commission to hold workshop on updating Historic Preservation Plan

The Heritage & Architecture Commission will conduct a workshop to update the Urban Design Chapter of the 1978 Historic District Preservation Plan, part of an ongoing update with Ball State University students. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, reports, and public comment. No other substantive decisions or proposals are listed.

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Wed Nov 13, 2024

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

Workshop on future of Star Innovation District

The Lockport City Council and Plan & Zoning Commission will hold a joint workshop to discuss the future of the Star Innovation District. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

Plan & Zoning Commission

Public hearing for gas station at 151st & Archer Ave continued to Dec 10

The Plan & Zoning Commission will consider a staff request to continue the public hearing for a Special Use Permit for a gas station with convenience store at the northeast corner of 151st and Archer Avenue, pending a response from IDOT. The Commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the October 8, 2024 meeting.

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Wed Nov 6, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Council reviews 2025 budget with draw-down, zoning changes, and 278-unit development

This Committee of the Whole meeting will receive a presentation on the draft 2025 budget, which plans to draw down fund balance for infrastructure, vehicle replacement, and operations. The council will also discuss zoning amendments to allow tobacco/smoke shops with a special use permit, a new Class O liquor license for a stadium, a $20,315 facade grant for a building on E. 9th Street, and a concept plan for a 278-unit residential development north of Bruce Road.

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Wed Nov 6, 2024

City Council

Lockport City Council to consider $150,000 in grants for State Street improvements

The City Council will meet to discuss several grant requests for facade and safety improvements on North State Street. The body is also scheduled to approve payroll and bills through October 29, 2024.

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Wed Oct 16, 2024

City Council

Council to ban psychoactive drug sales, adopt city flag, approve plaza expansion

The City Council will vote on an ordinance to prohibit the sale of psychoactive drugs or their analogs (Ordinance 24-029). They will also consider adopting Option 2 design for the official City Flag (Resolution 24-103). The consent agenda includes approval of a final development plan for a commercial building addition at Lockport Plaza for Sports Huddle, plus payroll and bills.

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Wed Oct 16, 2024

Committee of the Whole

City to consider $50K facade grant for Lupine Montessori relocation

The Committee of the Whole will discuss three grant requests: a $50,000 facade and site improvement grant for Lupine Montessori at 948 N. State Street, a $20,000 fire alarm and sprinkler program for Maryknoll Plaza, and an $80,000 facade grant for the same plaza. The committee will also enter executive session for personnel, negotiations, and property matters. No final votes are taken at this meeting.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024

Plan & Zoning Commission

Plan & Zoning Commission to review concept plan for 318-unit Sadie Ridge development

The commission will hold a public hearing on an ordinance changing the definition of a tobacco shop, and review a concept plan for a 318-unit residential development called Sadie Ridge by M/I Homes, located north of Bruce Road, east of I-355, and south of Cedar Ridge Estates. The commission will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and other routine business.

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Wed Oct 2, 2024

City Council

Lockport City Council to consider new tobacco license classes

The City Council will discuss creating three classes of tobacco licenses and regulations. The body is also considering a sign code amendment for residential districts and a site improvement grant for a local business.

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Wed Oct 2, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider banning psychoactive drug sales in Lockport

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an amendment to Chapter 134 of the City Code to prohibit the sale of psychoactive drugs or their analogs, a final development plan for a 10,800 sq ft addition to the Sports Huddle building at Lockport Plaza, and a proposal to adopt an official city flag designed by a Boy Scout. No formal votes are taken; these are discussion items for potential recommendation to the City Council.

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Wed Sep 25, 2024

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

Special Committee of the Whole meeting called, no items listed

This is a procedural notice for a Special Committee of the Whole meeting of the Lockport City Council. The agenda includes no specific discussion or action items, only the date, time, and location.

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Wed Sep 25, 2024

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

Lockport proposes ban on sale of psychoactive drugs and kratom

The Special Committee of the Whole is considering a recommendation to prohibit the sale of novel psychoactive drugs, synthetic drugs, and kratom. The proposed ordinance would declare businesses selling these substances a public nuisance.

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Wed Sep 18, 2024

Committee of the Whole

City Council to consider reducing residential yard sign size to 6 sq ft

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and make recommendations on several items for the next City Council meeting, including a text amendment to reduce temporary yard signs in residential districts from 8 to 6 square feet, a $10,000 site improvement grant for Rocco's Pub, and new tobacco license classes. The committee will also consider the 2025 annual meeting schedule and an ordinance to prohibit the sale of psychoactive drugs. No final decisions are made at this meeting; items are forwarded to the City Council for action.

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Wed Sep 18, 2024

City Council

Council to consider $251k City Hall HVAC design contract

The Lockport City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a special use permit for a Scooter's Coffee drive-thru, facade improvement grants totaling $72,880, and engineering contracts. Regular business items are a $251,250 contract for HVAC and control system design at City Hall, a $75,000 change order for Fiddyment Creek stabilization, and a $32,917 change order for Adams Street headwall repairs. The meeting also includes a public comment period and an executive session for personnel, collective bargaining, and litigation.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Commission to discuss tuckpointing processes and procedures

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will meet to discuss the process and procedure for tuckpointing. The meeting includes a staff report regarding the use of power tools and the potential implementation of a no-cost tuckpointing permit.

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Thu Sep 5, 2024

Board of Police Commission Meeting

Police Commission to discuss confidentiality of executive session recordings

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to discuss best practices, review rules and regulations, and develop a standard procedures manual. A resolution will be considered to keep audio recordings of executive sessions confidential while opening meeting minutes to the public. The board will also discuss approving vendors for the next eligibility process.

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Wed Sep 4, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on police sergeant suspension, bakery license, and right-of-way dedications

The City Council will consider consent agenda items including a license agreement for Nicola's Heavenly Cucina bakery at the Lockport Train Station, two right-of-way dedications (930 Lincoln St. and 14817 S. Gougar Rd.), and approval of meeting minutes and payroll. Under regular business, they will vote on Resolution No. 24-097 adopting a report that upholds a 3-day suspension for Sergeant Randy Szmerglaski for police policy violations. They will also consider reappointing Tom Alves to the Heritage and Architecture Commission and approving bills. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

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Wed Sep 4, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Committee to discuss $251K HVAC design contract, bong ban, and Scooter's Coffee drive-thru

The Committee of the Whole will review and recommend items for the next City Council meeting, including a professional services agreement with Tria Architecture for HVAC and control system design at City Hall for up to $251,250; two code amendments to restrict bong displays and hemp CBD sales and to ban mini-bottle alcohol sales; a special-use permit for a Scooter's Coffee drive-thru at Lockport Plaza; several facade improvement grants; and public works contracts for a pumping station, canal outfall improvements, and drainage work. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel, negotiations, and real estate matters.

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Wed Aug 21, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport considers bakery license for train station

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal to license Nicola's Heavenly Cucina to operate a bakery in the Lockport Train Station. The body is discussing a one-year agreement that includes a rent waiver through 2024.

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Wed Aug 21, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on $150K storm water pond repair, haunted house parking lease

The City Council will consider approving several contracts in the consent agenda. Key items include a $150,000 professional services agreement with V3 Companies for Lago Vista storm water pond repairs, a four-year license agreement with Legacy Events to use city property for Hell's Gate Haunted House parking, and a $60,302.40 design contract for roadway improvements on 3rd and 6th Streets. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and payroll.

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Tue Aug 20, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Commission to hear two Certificates of Appropriateness for historic building repairs

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will hold public hearings on two Certificate of Appropriateness applications: one for restoration of the building at 116-120 E. 9th Street and another for structural and masonry repair at 1036-1040 S. State Street. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its June 18, 2024 meeting.

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Tue Aug 13, 2024

Plan & Zoning Commission

Plan & Zoning Commission to consider Scooter's Coffee drive-thru

The commission will hold a public hearing to review a special use permit and development plans for a drive-thru coffee kiosk. The project is proposed for a 0.78-acre vacant outlot within the Lockport Plaza retail center.

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Wed Aug 7, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider $150K contract for Lago Vista storm water pond repairs

The Committee of the Whole will discuss items for potential action at the next City Council meeting, including a $150,000 contract with V3 and the Lago Vista HOA to repair storm water ponds, a 4-year license agreement for temporary parking at the Chevron site for a haunted house, and a $60,302.40 engineering proposal for road improvements on 3rd and 6th streets. The meeting also includes routine reports, public comment, and an executive session for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

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Wed Aug 7, 2024

City Council

385-unit residential development concept plan and 20-year solar lease on agenda

The Lockport City Council will consider a concept plan for a 385-unit residential development (Silo Bend West) and a 20-year lease with AC Power for a solar facility in the Star Innovation District. Other items include declaring surplus property for a stormwater basin, approving a $374,541 design-build contract for Well 15, and purchasing two vehicles for the CED Department. Consent agenda covers routine approvals including meeting minutes, payroll, and bills.

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Fri Jul 19, 2024

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

Public Water Commission holds regular meeting July 19

The Public Water Commission of Frankfort, Joliet, Lockport, New Lenox, Rockdale, and Romeoville will meet on July 19, 2024. The provided agenda contains only procedural notice and no specific discussion items or decisions.

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Fri Jul 19, 2024

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

Public Water Commission to hold hearing on FY2024-25 appropriation ordinance

The Public Water Commission of Frankfort, Joliet, Lockport, New Lenox, Rockdale, and Romeoville is holding a public hearing and will take final action on its appropriation ordinance for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2024, through April 30, 2025. The agenda contains only this single procedural item.

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Wed Jul 17, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport considers 385-unit residential development and water infrastructure project

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for recommendation to the City Council. Key discussions include a new residential development concept and a water well installation project.

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Wed Jul 17, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on rezoning Lockport Square lots for townhome development

The Lockport City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a second amendment to the annexation agreement for Lockport Square to allow rezoning of Lots 15A and a portion of 13B from C-3 to C-2T for a future townhome development. The council will also consider approving an intersection design study at IL Route 7 and IL Route 171 for up to $39,546, and approve various bills and payroll.

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Mon Jul 15, 2024

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

PWC opens bids for 3-year lease of 80 acres farmland

The Public Water Commission is opening sealed bids for a three-year lease of approximately 80 acres of farmland in Wesley Township. Bids were received until 11:00 AM on July 15, 2024, and will be publicly read aloud.

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Wed Jun 19, 2024

City Council

Lockport Council to consider rezoning objection and water main agreement

The City Council will review a formal objection to a rezoning case for Four Way Logistics. The agenda also includes proposals for water main improvements and various site improvement approvals.

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Wed Jun 19, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Proposed rezoning of Lockport Square for townhomes and intersection study

The committee is reviewing a request to rezone parts of Lockport Square from highway commercial to transitional community commercial. This change would allow for future townhome developments with live/work options. The agenda also includes a proposal for an intersection design study at IL Route 7 and IL Route 171.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Commission to review Ball State University facade rehabilitation recommendations

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will discuss facade rehabilitation recommendations from Ball State University. These recommendations are part of the 2024 Historic Preservation Master Plan for downtown Lockport.

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Mon Jun 17, 2024

Downtown TIF District Annual Joint Review Board

Review of the Downtown TIF District Annual Report

The Annual Joint Review Board will meet to review the Annual TIF Report for the City of Lockport Downtown TIF District. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and new business.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024

Plan & Zoning Commission

M/I Homes proposes a 385-unit residential development called Silo Bend West

The Commission is reviewing a concept plan for a 109-acre residential development located between 163rd and 167th Streets. The proposal includes 385 single-family homes and townhomes, along with a 3.3-acre neighborhood park. A traffic study is currently being conducted to evaluate potential intersection improvements.

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Wed Jun 5, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport officials to review 2023 financial statements and upcoming council items

The Committee of the Whole will review the 2023 audited financial statements and the 2025 budget calendar. Susan King will be sworn in as Ward 1 Alderwoman. The meeting also includes recommendations for the next City Council meeting, such as a $20,000 fire safety grant.

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Wed Jun 5, 2024

City Council

Lockport City Council considers $229,770 sidewalk contract and wastewater agreement

The Lockport City Council is reviewing several public works projects and utility service agreements. This includes a contract for the 2024 Sidewalk Program and a wholesale wastewater treatment agreement with Illinois-American Water Company. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding the vacation of a portion of Coral Street.

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Tue May 21, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Lockport Heritage Commission meeting cancelled for lack of agenda items

The Heritage and Architecture Commission meeting scheduled for May 21, 2024, has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

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Wed May 15, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport council to vote on new 20-year wastewater deal with Illinois American

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing items for the next City Council meeting, including a new wholesale wastewater treatment agreement with Illinois-American Water Company that would replace the 2004 deal and extend service to 2049. The agreement raises Illinois American's payment rate from 85% to 100% of the city's sewer rate by 2026, adding an estimated $65,000-$75,000 per year in revenue. Other items include vacating part of Coral Street, appointing an alderman to hear grievance appeals, and approving engineering services for well rehabilitation.

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Wed May 15, 2024

City Council

Lockport Council to vote on zoning changes, townhomes, and ADA plan

The Lockport City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including zoning text amendments, a special use permit for five townhome units at 25 Charles St., and adoption of the ADA Transition Plan. The consent agenda includes routine approvals like meeting minutes, payroll, and bills, plus a license extension for the Midwest SOARRING Foundation and contracts for engineering and door replacement.

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Tue May 14, 2024

Plan & Zoning Commission

Rezoning request for 10.8 acres of Lockport Square to allow transitional commercial use

The Commission will consider rezoning parts of Lockport Square at I-355 and 159th Street from C3 Highway Commercial to C2T Transitional Community Commercial. The review for a gas station and convenience store at 151st and Archer Ave is being continued to the June meeting.

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Wed May 1, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider extending Metra Station license for Midwest SOARRING to 2030

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend items for the next City Council meeting, including a 5-year extension of a free license agreement with the Midwest SOARRING Foundation for use of the Metra Station through October 15, 2030. Also on the agenda are zoning text amendments, a special use permit for five townhomes at 25 Charles St., a fee increase for grading plan review, a new ordinance on mobile phone use, and two public works contracts. The meeting includes public comment and a closed executive session for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

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Wed May 1, 2024

City Council

Council to decide on police officer's suspension appeal and tobacco license moratorium

The Lockport City Council will vote on several action items, including whether to deny Officer Alan Nesbitt's grievance appeal of a 12-hour suspension for violating the police department's use of force policy, and whether to impose a 6-month moratorium on new tobacco dealer licenses. The council will also consider consent agenda items such as approving meeting minutes, a payment agreement with the Maple Creek HOA for a retaining wall project, and appointments to the Police Commission and Heritage and Architecture Commission.

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Wed Apr 17, 2024

Committee of the Whole

City to fund $470K Maple Creek retaining wall repair with HOA repayment plan

The Committee of the Whole is considering a payment agreement with the Maple Creek Townhome Association for a retaining wall stabilization project. The City would reimburse up to $470,000 of the $480,000 construction cost, with the HOA repaying $100,000 over 36 months. The agenda also includes several appointments to city boards and commissions.

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Wed Apr 17, 2024

City Council

Council to consider $3.77M resurfacing contract and Oak Valley development agreement

The Lockport City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda and several action items, including a $3.77 million road resurfacing contract, a development agreement with Lennar for the Oak Valley subdivision, and a special use permit amendment for townhomes. The council will also hold a public hearing on vacating a portion of 5th Street right-of-way. Several items are routine approvals of minutes, payroll, and engineering contracts.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Heritage and Architecture Commission meeting cancelled

The Heritage and Architecture Commission meeting scheduled for April 16, 2024, was cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

Plan & Zoning Commission

Lockport Plan & Zoning Commission reviews townhome project and zoning amendments

The Lockport Plan & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two agenda items. Commissioners will review a special use permit, development plan, and subdivision plat for a five-unit townhome building at Charles Street and Princess Court. They will also consider a text amendment to the city zoning ordinance that updates use classifications for senior living, attached residential in C-2T zones, vertical mixed use in C-3 zones, and corrects a spelling error.

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Wed Apr 3, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider $54,995 engineering deal for 159th/Farrell study

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and recommend items for the next City Council meeting, including an engineering agreement for an IDOT intersection design study at 159th Street and Farrell Road, a development agreement for the Oak Valley subdivision, and several other contracts and map updates. The committee will also hear public comments and may enter closed session for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

Wed Apr 3, 2024

City Council

Lockport City Council to award $824,450 wastewater plant contract

The Lockport City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including a $824,450 award for the Division Street Wastewater Treatment Plant non-potable water system and a $131,380 repair for Well No. 12. They will also consider a $60,000 facade improvement grant for 944-946 N. State Street and approve routine consent agenda items like minutes, payroll, and reappointments.

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Wed Mar 20, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport committee to consider $40K facade grant, police video systems, salt purchase

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for the next City Council meeting, including reappointments to city boards, a $40,000 facade improvement grant, a street vacation, a salt purchase, and new police car video systems. The committee will also discuss transferring the city's private activity bond volume cap to support homebuyer assistance. Public comments are limited to 20 minutes, with 5 minutes per speaker.

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Wed Mar 20, 2024

City Council

Council to approve $6.2M Briggs Street pump station settlement and completion deal

The Lockport City Council will vote on a $2.2 million bond claim settlement with Liberty Mutual and a $6.2 million completion contract with Airy's Inc. for the Briggs Street Pumping Station Replacement Project. The council will also consider consent agenda items including land conveyances, a $123,050 engineering contract, and a $586,245 amended proposal for Old Canal Days roadway management.

Tue Mar 19, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Lockport Heritage Commission March meeting cancelled

The Heritage and Architecture Commission meeting scheduled for March 19, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024

Plan & Zoning Commission

Final review of the Oak Valley planned residential development

The Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the final development plans and subdivision plat for the Oak Valley residential project. The application is submitted by Calatlantic Group, LLC for approximately 25 acres located north of 151st Street and west of I-355.

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Wed Mar 6, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Council to discuss land deals for trail, road work

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for the next City Council meeting, including agreements to acquire land for the Lockport Loop Trail and a contract for road and water main engineering. They will also discuss updating the 2009 Downtown Master Plan.

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Wed Mar 6, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on $490K Old Canal Days road work and 30-unit apartment at 923 S. State St.

The Lockport City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a special use permit for a 30-unit apartment building with commercial storefront at 923 S. State Street, a right-of-way dedication at 1602 Madison St., and appropriation of $1,890,352.67 in MFT funds for street improvements. As a regular action item, the council will vote on a proposal from V3 Companies for roadway construction management for the 2024 Old Canal Days event, with a not-to-exceed fee of $490,245.00. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes, payroll, and bills, plus an information-only presentation on the municipal storm sewer system (MS4).

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Thu Feb 22, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Commission to hold Historic Preservation Plan workshop

This is a special meeting of the Heritage and Architecture Commission. The main item is a staff report on a Historic Preservation Plan workshop, which is the only substantive discussion item on the agenda. The rest of the agenda consists of routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment.

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Wed Feb 21, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Council to consider 30-unit apartment building with commercial space at 923 S. State St.

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly recommend items for the next City Council meeting, including a special use permit and development plan for a 30-unit apartment building with a commercial storefront at 923 S. State Street. Also on the agenda are a right-of-way dedication, allocation of $1,890,352.67 in MFT funds for street improvements, and a $490,245.00 contract for Old Canal Days roadway construction management. The meeting includes public comments and an executive session.

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Wed Feb 21, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on $249,765 IL 171/New Ave engineering task order

The Lockport City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a $249,765 task order for Phase II engineering of the IL 171 and New Avenue intersection improvements, a $28,750 stormwater investigation proposal, and two facade/fire safety grants. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine financial items. No separate public hearings or major policy discussions are listed beyond the consent agenda.

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Tue Feb 20, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Lockport Heritage Commission meeting cancelled for lack of agenda items

The Heritage and Architecture Commission meeting scheduled for February 20, 2024, was cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

Plan & Zoning Commission

Review of a 30-unit apartment and commercial building at 923 S. State Street

The Plan & Zoning Commission is reviewing a Special Use Permit for a planned development. The proposal includes a three-story building with residential apartments above ground-floor commercial space.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

Conventional Site Plan Review Committee

Committee reviews Challenge Fitness Center expansion at Dellwood Park

The Lockport Conventional Site Plan Review Committee is reviewing a proposed 2,576 square foot building addition for the Lockport Township Park District's Challenge Fitness Center. The project at 2021 Lawrence Ave includes a new artificial turf area, concrete ramps, sidewalks, and parking lot modifications.

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Wed Feb 7, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Committee discusses zoning changes and various city grant and contract requests

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for recommendation to the City Council. These include proposed zoning amendments for accessory structures, grant requests for building improvements, and several public works contracts.

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Wed Feb 7, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on $5.78M road and water main project, Lockport Square plan

The Lockport City Council will vote on several major items, including a $5.78 million roadway and water main replacement project, a concept plan for a large mixed-use development at Lockport Square, and a $100,000 valet services contract for downtown. The agenda also includes a public hearing on an annexation agreement amendment for the Redwood Development and a $215,000 change order for a railroad quiet zone project. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, bills, payroll, and declaring surplus items.

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Thu Jan 18, 2024

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

Public Water Commission regular meeting Jan 18, 2024

The Public Water Commission of Frankfort, Joliet, Lockport, New Lenox, Rockdale, and Romeoville will hold a regular meeting on January 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Joliet's Eastside Wastewater Plant. The agenda contains only the notice of the meeting and no specific items for discussion or decision.

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Wed Jan 17, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Council to consider $100K valet contract, downtown property purchase, and new master plan

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is reviewing several items for the next City Council meeting, including a $100,000 valet services contract for downtown, the purchase of commercial property at 723 S. State Street, and a concept plan for a new Lockport Square mixed-use development. The meeting also includes a 6-month review of closed session minutes and a second amendment to an annexation agreement. Public comments are limited to 20 minutes total, with 5 minutes per speaker.

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Wed Jan 17, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on $128,240 bridge design and $384,475 creek repair contracts

The Lockport City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including professional services contracts for the 8th Street Pedestrian Bridge replacement and Fiddyment Creek berm repair, plus routine approvals of minutes, payroll, and bills. A separate action item seeks approval for a $19,385 lighting replacement at the North Plant basement. The meeting also includes recognition of youth sports champions and a public comment period.

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Tue Jan 16, 2024

Heritage and Architecture Commission

Commission to review new mixed-use building and cupola replacement on State Street

The Heritage and Architecture Commission will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness requests: a new three-story commercial/residential building at 923 S. State Street and a cupola replacement at 921 S. State Street. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment. The commission will decide whether the proposed projects are historically appropriate for the historic district.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024

Plan & Zoning Commission

Lockport considers new definitions and setback rules for gazebos and pergolas

The Plan & Zoning Commission is reviewing a text amendment to Chapter 156 of the City Code. The proposal adds formal definitions for gazebos and pergolas and establishes specific setback requirements for these structures.

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Wed Jan 3, 2024

Committee of the Whole

Lockport Council to review new Lockport Square master plan with hotel, apartments

The Lockport Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss items for the next City Council agenda, including a concept plan for a new Lockport Square master plan with mixed-use development, several professional services contracts, and other administrative matters. The meeting also includes public comment and a possible executive session.

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Wed Jan 3, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on $466K road engineering, $223K facade grant, bus rules

The Lockport City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including a $223,155.67 facade grant for 1000 S. State Street, a $175,000 purchase of four Dodge Durango police vehicles, and a $466,412.80 contract for 2024 road program engineering services. They will also consider an ordinance regulating unscheduled drop-offs by privately chartered buses and approve payroll and bills. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and an executive session for personnel, real estate, and legal matters.

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