Flossmoor public meetings in 2022
21 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider Class 8 tax abatement renewals, including an extension for the Ingalls Flossmoor Family Care Center at 19550 Governors Highway. The meeting also includes a presentation on bail reform and the Third SAFE-T Act Trailer Bill.
- Class 8 tax abatement renewal request
- Tax abatement extension for Ingalls Flossmoor Family Care Center (19550 Governors Highway)
- Presentation on Bail Reform and the Third SAFE-T Act Trailer Bill
- Appointments to the Community Relations Commission
- Resolutions honoring Juanita Mitchell and Chief Tod Kamleiter
The Board of Trustees approved a Class 8 tax abatement renewal for the third floor of the Ingalls Flossmoor Family Care Center. The Board also made two appointments to the Community Relations Commission and rejected a donation of a public art sculpture. Additionally, the Police Department provided a presentation on the SAFE-T Act and bail reform.
- Appointed Kevin Dorsey to the Community Relations Commission (6-0)
- Appointed Jackie Riffice as Vice Chair of the Community Relations Commission (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including December 5 minutes and Brycer LLC proposal (6-0)
- Denied donation of 'Structure #9' sculpture for Leavitt Park (0-6)
- Advanced Class 8 tax abatement renewal request for Ingalls (6-0)
- Approved Resolution in support of Class 8 Renewal Incentive for 19550 Governors Highway (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed 2022 tax increase. The agenda also includes consideration of ordinances for downtown redevelopment and new TIF registry rules. Additionally, the board will review budget amendments for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
- Public hearing for a proposed 2022 tax increase
- Ordinance for Tax Increment Financing 'Interested Parties' Registries
- Public notice for the Downtown Redevelopment Plan and Project
- Budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
- Intergovernmental Agreement for the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System
The Board approved a 3.32% tax increase for 2022 and established a registry for a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district in the downtown area. A public hearing for the downtown redevelopment plan is scheduled for February 6, 2023. Phillippa Leon-Thompson was appointed Chair of the Community Relations Commission.
- Approved 3.32% tax increase for 2022 (5-0)
- Appointed Phillippa Leon-Thompson as Chair of the Community Relations Commission (5-0)
- Approved establishment of TIF 'Interested Parties' Registries (5-0)
- Approved public hearing for Downtown Redevelopment Plan on Feb 6, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved November 21, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved payment of bills as presented by Finance Committee (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Public Safety Representative to E-COM Board (5-0)
- Approved intergovernmental agreement for Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will swear in Fire Captain Tom Farley and Deputy Chief Keith Taylor. The agenda also includes a resolution honoring Deputy Chief Clinton Wagner and a motion for an executive session regarding employment, property acquisition, and litigation.
- Swearing in of Fire Captain Tom Farley
- Resolution honoring Deputy Chief Clinton Wagner
- Swearing in of Deputy Chief Keith Taylor
- Approval of bills for payment
- Motion for executive session regarding employment, property acquisition, and litigation
The Board approved the consent agenda, including previous meeting minutes and the payment of bills. Fire Captain Tom Farley and Deputy Chief of Police Keith Taylor were sworn into their positions. Mayor Nelson provided an update on an Illinois State Police investigation into an officer-involved shooting.
- Approved Consent Agenda including Oct 29 and Nov 7 minutes and payment of bills (6-0)
- Sworn in Fire Captain Tom Farley
- Sworn in Deputy Chief of Police Keith Taylor
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Flossmoor Board of Trustees will review several budget amendments and a contract for de-icing rock salt from Cargill, Inc. The meeting also includes consideration of a change order for the Village Hall generator project and the 2022 tax levy estimate.
- Contract and budget amendment to purchase de-icing rock salt from Cargill, Inc.
- Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 22-23 budget
- Ordinance amending Chapter 13 of the Municipal Code regarding the Plan Commission
- Change order for the Village Hall generator project
- Approval of the 2022 tax levy estimate
The Board approved a change order for the Village Hall Generator Project to address wiring and surge protection issues. Trustees also approved the 2022 tax levy estimate and a consent agenda including a rock salt purchase. Several residents provided public comment regarding police conduct and the death of Madeline Miller.
- Approved $66,083 change order for Village Hall Generator Project (6-0)
- Approved Option (1), Approach (3) of the 2022 Tax Levy Estimate (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including October 17 minutes and bills for payment (6-0)
- Approved contract and budget amendment to purchase de-icing rock salt from Cargill, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved resolution amending the Fiscal Year 22-23 budget (6-0)
- Approved ordinance amending Chapter 13 of the Municipal Code regarding the Plan Commission (6-0)
- Approved proclamation declaring November as National Diabetes Month (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting for a discussion on community relations and policing. No other agenda items are listed for this session.
- Discussion on Community Relations and Policing
The Board of Trustees held a special meeting featuring breakout sessions led by facilitators to discuss resident concerns, sentiments, hopes, and expectations. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded. Facilitators will provide the Village with a summary of their notes.
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review the FY 22 Audit and consider change orders for street and sewer rehabilitation projects. The meeting also includes a discussion on the Community Emergency Services and Supports Act (CESSA).
- Change order for the 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project
- Change order for the Phase IV Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
- Agreement with Goshen Real Estate Holdings LLC
- Resolution supporting Class 8 at 19810-12 Governors Highway
- Renewal of environmental health inspection services agreement
The Board approved a $599,000 change order for the Phase IV Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project to complete 38 additional sewer point repairs and manhole frame replacements needed to prevent pipe collapse. The project is funded through a low-interest IEPA loan, and the Village will apply for additional loan funds to cover the extra cost. The Board also accepted the FY 22 audit, which received an unmodified opinion with no material weaknesses, and noted the General Fund increased by over $1 million while the Water & Sewer Fund saw a second consecutive net unrestricted decrease.
- Approved Consent Agenda (items 1-6, 8) with Item #7 pulled (6-0)
- Approved change order for 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project, saving $52,048.48 (6-0)
- Accepted FY 22 Audit with unmodified opinion (6-0)
- Approved $599,000 change order for Phase IV Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider an ordinance for a planned unit development at 19801 Crawford Avenue. The agenda also includes a resolution for Central Business District streetscape improvements and the purchase of a new dump truck.
- Ordinance for 19801 Crawford Avenue (The Original Rainbow Cone) PUD amendment
- Central Business District Roadway, Pedestrian, and Streetscape Improvements Project
- Purchase of one large dump truck with plow and spreader
- Amendment to Chapter 13 of the Municipal Code regarding Boards and Commissions
The Board approved the consent agenda (items 1-10) by a 6-0 vote. Key items included an ordinance amending a planned unit development for The Original Rainbow Cone at 19801 Crawford Avenue, resolutions honoring retiring employees, and a capital equipment purchase. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda; the meeting also featured extended public comment regarding the death of Madeline Miller and calls for police reform.
- Approved consent agenda (items 1-10) unanimously (6-0)
- Approved ordinance amending PUD and special use for Rainbow Cone at 19801 Crawford Avenue
- Approved resolution honoring firefighter/paramedic Earl Moy
- Approved resolution honoring library employee Barb Donahue
- Approved proclamation declaring Friends of Libraries Week
- Approved ordinance amending Chapter 13 of Municipal Code (Boards and Commissions)
- Approved resolution for ITEP local assurance for CBD streetscape improvements
- Approved capital equipment purchase of one large dump truck with plow and spreader
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider an ordinance amending the Village Personnel Manual regarding absences and vacancies. The agenda also includes a capital equipment purchase for two small dump trucks and an agreement with the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Additionally, the board will review upcoming community tag days.
- Purchase of two small 1-ton dump trucks with snow plow packages
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
- Ordinance amending the Village Personnel Manual regarding absences and vacancies
- Memorandum of Understanding with CESAM, LLC
- Approval of Tag Days for Knights of Columbus and Girl Scouts
The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda (items 1-13) by a roll call vote of 6-0, with one abstention. The consent agenda included approval of minutes, payment of bills, proclamations for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Constitution Week, and Rail Safety Week, an appointment to the Police Pension Board, amendments to the personnel manual, an intergovernmental agreement with the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, purchase of two dump trucks with snow plow packages, a memorandum of understanding with CESAM, LLC, and tag days for the Knights of Columbus and Girl Scouts. No other substantive decisions were made; the Board heard public comments regarding the death of Madeline Miller and police-community relations, and discussed plans for a community forum.
- Approved consent agenda (items 1-13) by roll call vote, 6-0 (Trustee Driscoll abstained)
- Approved minutes of regular meetings on August 1 and August 15, 2022
- Approved payment of bills as presented by the Finance Committee
- Approved proclamations for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Constitution Week, and Rail Safety Week
- Approved appointment to the Police Pension Board
- Approved ordinance amending the Village Personnel Manual regarding temporary absences and vacancies
- Approved resolution for intergovernmental agreement with Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
- Approved capital equipment purchase of two small dump trucks with 4x4 and snow plow packages
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider a contract and budget amendment for Airy’s, Inc. regarding paving work on the Berry Lane Drainage Improvements Project. The agenda also includes consideration of acquiring a sculpture for the village's art program.
- Contract and budget amendment for Airy’s, Inc. for Berry Lane Drainage Improvements Project paving work
- Acquisition of 'Threshold by Sam Spiczka' for the Flossmoor Rotational Sculpture Art Program
- Approval of the August 1, 2022, meeting minutes
- Presentation of bills for approval and payment
The Board approved the consent agenda (items 2-4) after pulling item 1 for separate consideration. The consent agenda included payment of bills, acquisition of a sculpture for the Rotational Sculpture Art Program, and a contract with Airy's, Inc. for paving work on the Berry Lane Drainage Improvements Project. The meeting was disrupted by public comments regarding the July 10 officer-involved shooting, leading to a brief recess and removal of some attendees. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent agenda items 2-4 (bills, sculpture acquisition, Airy's paving contract) (6-0)
- Pulled item 1 (approval of August 1 minutes) from consent agenda; no separate vote recorded
- Recessed meeting for 6 minutes due to public disruption (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:26 p.m. (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including rezoning at Dixie Highway and Vollmer Road. The board will also review a budget amendment for fiscal year 22-23 and a local road safety plan.
- Rezoning at 1835 Dixie Highway and 1615 Vollmer Road
- Budget amendment for Fiscal Year 22-23
- Zoning ordinance variation for 1808 Sylvan Court
- Approval of a Local Road Safety Plan
- Agreement with Windy Property Investments, LLC
The Flossmoor Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on August 1, 2022, which was disrupted by public comment regarding the police shooting of Madeline Miller, leading to a recess. After reconvening, the board unanimously approved the consent agenda (including minutes, bills, budget amendment, rezoning, variation, Class 8 resolution, and Windy Property agreement) and a resolution approving a Local Road Safety Plan. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent agenda (6-0)
- Approved Local Road Safety Plan resolution (6-0)
- Recessed meeting due to public disruption (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board will consider an ordinance to annex territory and approve rezoning for 19810-12 Governors Highway. Members will also discuss a property tax incentive for the BP Gas Station at 3950 Vollmer Road. The agenda includes grant presentations and Salvation Army tag day approvals.
- Annexation of 19810-12 Governors Highway
- Rezoning and special use at 19810-12 Governors Highway
- Class 8 Property Tax Incentive for 3950 Vollmer Road
- Salvation Army Red Kettle Tag Days approval
- Grant presentation from Chicago Region Tree Initiative and Morton Arboretum
The Board approved the annexation of territory at 19810-12 Governors Highway and a related ordinance approving rezoning, a plat of consolidation, a preliminary plan for a planned unit development, and a special use for the Oasis House of Refuge inpatient hospice project. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including the ratification of bills and approval of Salvation Army Tag Days. A discussion on a Class 8 property tax incentive for the BP gas station at 3950 Vollmer Road was held, but no vote was taken.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, bill payments, and Salvation Army Tag Days (5-0)
- Approved ordinance annexing territory at 19810-12 Governors Highway (5-0)
- Approved ordinance for rezoning, plat, PUD preliminary plan, and special use for Oasis House of Refuge (5-0)
- Moved into executive session to discuss employment, property acquisition, and litigation (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider adopting a 2022-2026 Strategic Plan and issuing up to $2,900,000 in refinancing bonds. The agenda also includes rezoning for 19810-12 Governors Highway and a presentation on local road safety.
- Issuance of up to $2,900,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds
- Rezoning and annexation at 19810-12 Governors Highway
- Contract award to Strand Associates, Inc. for water system engineering
- Adoption of the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan
- Fire Department Bay Floors Replacement Project
The Board unanimously approved the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan, which outlines priorities for finances, infrastructure, economic development, inclusivity, and staffing. Two agenda items related to the property at 19810-12 Governors Highway—an annexation ordinance and a rezoning/PUD/special use request—were tabled to the next meeting pending additional documentation. The Board also approved the consent agenda, which included a $2.9 million bond refunding ordinance and a contract for water system improvements engineering.
- Adopted 2022-2026 Strategic Plan (unanimous)
- Tabled annexation ordinance for 19810-12 Governors Highway (unanimous)
- Tabled rezoning/PUD/special use for 19810-12 Governors Highway (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including sculpture purchase, zoning amendment, water engineering contract, fire bay floors, and $2.9M bond refunding (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider an ordinance to create a Class E-VGP for alcoholic liquor sales. The agenda also includes budget amendments for fiscal year 21-22 and employee insurance renewals.
- Ordinance creating Class E-VGP for alcoholic liquor sales
- Budget amendment for Fiscal Year 21-22
- Employee insurance renewals
- Proclamations for Pride Month and Juneteenth
The Board approved an ordinance creating a new Class E-VGP liquor license allowing alcohol sales only at private events, not to the public, for businesses like The Mommie Experience. The consent agenda, including minutes, bills, insurance renewals, and a budget amendment, was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included proclamations and recognitions.
- Approved ordinance creating Class E-VGP liquor license for private events (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, insurance renewals, and budget amendment (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider adopting the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan and a sewer rehabilitation loan agreement. The agenda also includes contract awards for street rehabilitation and generator installations at Village Hall and the Public Works Service Center. A presentation on composting is also scheduled.
- Zoning variation for 2023 Vardon Lane
- Illinois EPA loan agreement for Phase 4 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
- Contract award to Strand Associates for 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project
- Generator installation contracts for Village Hall and Public Works Service Center
- Adoption of the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan
The Board approved a $136,605.12 contract with Electrical Systems, Inc. for a backup generator at the Public Works Service Center, along with a $98,205.12 budget amendment. It also approved a $476,995 contract with Powerlink Electric for Village Hall generator improvements, with a $415,495 budget amendment. The adoption of a 2022-2026 Strategic Plan was tabled to June 20, 2022. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Approved $136,605.12 contract to Electrical Systems, Inc. for Public Works Service Center generator (6-0)
- Approved $98,205.12 budget amendment for Public Works generator project (6-0)
- Approved $476,995 contract to Powerlink Electric for Village Hall generator replacement (6-0)
- Approved $415,495 budget amendment for Village Hall generator project (6-0)
- Tabled adoption of 2022-2026 Strategic Plan to June 20, 2022 (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including bills, minutes, zoning variation, IEPA loan agreement, and street rehab contract (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Village of Flossmoor Board of Trustees will meet to consider several infrastructure contracts and ordinance amendments. The agenda includes discussions on swimming pool regulations and street rehabilitation projects. The board will also review appointments for the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.
- Contract award to Gallagher Asphalt Corporation for the 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project
- Amendment to a Special Use Permit for Homewood-Flossmoor Park District at 777 Kedzie Avenue
- Engineering contract for Brookwood Bridge and Butterfield Road Culvert reconstruction
- Contract award to Allscape, Inc. for FY 2023 landscape maintenance services
- Discussion of amendments to the building code regulating swimming pools
The Board voted unanimously to award a $2,007,777.77 contract to Gallagher Asphalt Corporation for the 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project, covering about 2.5 miles of roads. A motion to amend the building code to allow above-ground pools failed for lack of a second. The Board also approved appointments to the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals, and passed the consent agenda.
- Awarded $2,007,777.77 street rehabilitation contract to Gallagher Asphalt (6-0)
- Motion to amend building code for above-ground pools failed (no second)
- Appointed Joe Nordman to Plan Commission (6-0)
- Appointed Connie Lambert to Zoning Board of Appeals (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda items 3-9 (6-0)
- Approved April 18, 2022 minutes as amended (6-0)
- Approved executive session minutes and held confidential (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is scheduled to hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the FY 2022-2023 budget. The meeting also includes consideration of various service contracts and an ordinance regarding outdoor dining.
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget
- Contract award to Smitty's Tree Service, Inc. for parkway tree services
- Ordinance amending outdoor dining regulations
- Contract award to Homewood Disposal Service Inc for street sweeping
- Public Art Commission's recommended plan for sculpture placement
The Board of Trustees unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget and authorized wage payments. They also approved an ordinance allowing outdoor dining and liquor service in Outdoor Service Areas from April 15 to November 1 each year, with administrative approval. The Board endorsed the Mayor's Monarch Pledge and approved a plan for sculpture placements, with one trustee voting against the sculpture plan. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda and appointments, were approved unanimously.
- Adopted FY 2022-2023 budget (6-0)
- Approved ordinance allowing outdoor dining and liquor service in Outdoor Service Areas (6-0)
- Endorsed Mayor's Monarch Pledge resolution (6-0)
- Approved Public Art Commission's sculpture placement plan (5-1, Trustee Lofton opposed)
- Authorized payment of wages and salaries for FY 2023 (6-0)
- Reappointed Carlo Gozzi to Fire Pension Board (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including contracts for tree services, hydrant painting, street sweeping, and consulting (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board will discuss potential water and sewer rate changes and the Fiscal Year 2023 Finance and Facilities Plan. The agenda also includes consideration of zoning variations for properties on Dundee Avenue and Vardon Lane. Additionally, the board will consider rejecting bids for the 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project.
- Discussion of water and sewer rate changes
- Rejection of bids for the 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project
- Zoning variations for 637 Dundee Avenue and 2147 Vardon Lane
- Contract award for Phase 4 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
The Board unanimously rejected all bids for the 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project after the lowest bid came in 37.4% over estimate, and directed staff to re-bid a reduced scope of eight streets at an estimated $2.5M. The Board also discussed water and sewer rate options, with staff recommending an 8.5% increase (option 5), but took no vote. The FY23 Finance and Facilities Plan was discussed and agreed upon, including the Flossmoor Road viaduct and other capital projects, with no formal vote required.
- Rejected all bids for 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project (6-0)
- Approved appointment of Ben Herman to Zoning Board of Appeals (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, bills, zoning variations, and Phase 4 sewer contract (6-0)
- Moved to executive session for employment, property, and litigation (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider budget amendments for the Berry Lane Drainage Improvements Project and a contract for Village Hall roof replacement services. The agenda also includes discussions on aboveground pool permits and the fiscal year 2023 capital equipment budget.
- Budget amendments and fund transfers to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Berry Lane drainage improvements
- Contract award for Village Hall Complex roof replacement construction observation services
- Agreement with PSI for Firefighter/Paramedics for Fiscal Year 2023
- Discussion on permitting aboveground swimming pools
- Liquor license request for Mommie Experience
The Board approved a contract award and budget amendment for construction observation services for the Village Hall roof replacement, and approved budget amendments and a $1.63M transfer to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the Berry Lane drainage improvements. The Board also discussed but took no vote on permitting above-ground pools, a liquor license for Mommie Experience, and the FY2023 capital equipment budget.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, and PSI firefighter agreement (6-0)
- Appointed Greg Mitchell as Plan Commission Chair and Mark Mathewson as Zoning Board of Appeals Chair (6-0)
- Approved $27,048 contract for construction observation services for Village Hall roof replacement (6-0)
- Approved budget amendments and $1,630,718 transfer to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Berry Lane drainage project (6-0)
- Moved to executive session to discuss employment, property acquisition, and litigation (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider contract awards for Berry Lane drainage improvements and sewer rehabilitation engineering services. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FY 23 preliminary budget and road closures for the Hidden Gem Half Marathon.
- Contract award and budget amendment for Berry Lane Drainage Improvements Project
- Contract award for Phase 4 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project engineering services
- Road closures on Cook County roads and State Highway for the Hidden Gem Half Marathon
- Agreement with Flossmoor Fraternal Order of Police
- Voluntary annexation of 19810 and 19812 Governors Highway
The Board approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for the Berry Lane drainage project and Phase 4 sewer rehabilitation, resolutions for the Hidden Gem Half Marathon road closures, and a labor agreement with the FOP. They also discussed a resident's request to allow above-ground pools, with trustees favoring continued discussion and possibly a referendum, but no vote was taken. The FY23 preliminary budget was reviewed, showing a projected general fund deficit, with no vote taken. A voluntary annexation request for 19810 and 19812 Governors Highway was presented for a proposed hospice facility, but no action was taken.
- Approved consent agenda including Berry Lane drainage contract and sewer rehab contract (5-0)
- Approved resolutions for Hidden Gem Half Marathon road closures (5-0)
- Approved FOP labor agreement for May 1, 2020 – April 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Discussed above-ground pool ordinance; no vote, topic to be placed on next agenda
- Discussed FY23 preliminary budget; no vote, further review at next meetings
- Heard presentation on voluntary annexation for hospice facility; no action taken
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review a budget amendment for fiscal year 21-22 and an agreement for Berry Lane stormwater improvements. The agenda also includes discussions on water assistance programs and public art acquisitions.
- Intergovernmental Agreement for Berry Lane Stormwater Improvements
- Budget amendment for Fiscal Year 21-22
- Agreement with CEDA for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program
- Acquisition of sculpture for the Rotational Sculpture Program
- Appointment to the Public Art Commission
The Flossmoor Board of Trustees approved a motion authorizing the Village Manager to enter into three-year agreements with artists Jason VerBeek and Robert Oakley Gregory for the rotational sculpture program, along with a budget amendment of $5,000 and $1,400. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, bills, a budget amendment, an intergovernmental agreement for stormwater improvements, and a water assistance program agreement. Additionally, Jeanne Miller was appointed to the Public Art Commission. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, budget amendment, Berry Lane stormwater IGA, and LIHWAP agreement (6-0)
- Appointed Jeanne Miller to Public Art Commission (6-0)
- Authorized 3-year sculpture agreements with Jason VerBeek and Robert Oakley Gregory and budget amendment of $5,000 and $1,400 (6-0)
- Moved into executive session for employment, property, and litigation (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Trustees
The Village of Flossmoor Board of Trustees will meet remotely to consider several zoning changes and ordinance amendments. The agenda includes a rezoning for 19725 Governors Highway and updates regarding cannabis dispensing organizations. The Board will also discuss a potential festival scheduled for June 4, 20．2.
- Rezoning of 19725 Governors Highway
- Ordinance amendments regarding cannabis dispensing organizations
- Zoning variation for 1811 Hanover Lane
- Contract amendment with Milhouse Engineering for street rehabilitation design
- Agreement with Smith Dawson and Andrews
The Board approved a one-year agreement with Smith Dawson and Andrews for federal lobbying services, with a $20,000 budget amendment. The Consent Agenda, including rezoning at 19725 Governors Highway and a cannabis ordinance amendment, was approved unanimously. A proposed Zip Code Day festival was discussed but no vote was taken; the Board agreed to postpone Brew Fest to fund it.
- Approved appointment of Maya Bordeaux to Police Pension Board (6-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including rezoning at 19725 Governors Highway, cannabis ordinance amendment, and contract amendment with Milhouse Engineering (6-0)
- Approved agreement with Smith Dawson and Andrews for federal lobbying services with $20,000 budget amendment (6-0)
- Agreed to postpone Brew Fest in 2022 to fund Zip Code Day festival (no formal vote)