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Lily Lake public meetings in 2025

85 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 30, 2025

RES 2025 30 Invest Illinois Funds

Village authorizes up to $1.5M in Illinois Funds investments

The Village Board is voting to authorize the Village Treasurer to invest up to $1.5 million from the Money Market and Motor Fuel Tax Accounts in the Illinois Funds, a state-run investment pool for public agencies. This resolution aims to maximize returns while safeguarding public funds.

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Fri Dec 26, 2025

RES 2025 26 Snow Removal Contract

Board to vote on $85,000 snow removal contract with Active Excavating

The Village Board is considering a resolution to approve a three-year snow removal contract with Active Excavating and Wrecking, Inc. for $85,000 per season. The contract covers plowing and salting of approximately 8.5 miles of roads, parking areas, and walkways from November through April. Two bids were received and opened on July 9, 2025.

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Mon Dec 15, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approves 2026 calendar and tax levy ordinance

The board approved the 2026 calendar and adopted Ordinance 2025-13 for the tax levy for fiscal year 2025-2026. A motion to approve outside counsel was withdrawn and tabled. Ordinance 2025-14 amending the deputy clerk's compensation was also approved.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Trustee Parry, seconded by Trustee Conn Roll Call
4 yea
Carlson yea · Conn yea · Ormond yea · Parry yea
Motion by Trustee Parry, seconded by Trustee Anderson Roll Call
4 yea
Carlson yea · Conn yea · Ormond yea · Parry yea
Mon Dec 15, 2025

Board

Board to vote on 2026 meeting schedule, tax levy, and outside counsel

The Lily Lake Village Board will consider and potentially approve the 2026 meeting schedule, an ordinance for the tax levy, and the appointment of outside counsel. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes, monthly bills, and committee reports. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters.

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Mon Dec 1, 2025

PC

Plan Commission to review Village Park plan and village ordinances

The Lily Lake Plan Commission will meet to discuss updates to the Village Park Plan and review village ordinances. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

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Mon Dec 1, 2025

ORD 2025 12 Amending Clerk's Salary

Village Board to vote on raising clerk's salary to $35,936.25

The Village President and Board of Trustees are considering an ordinance to amend the Village Code to increase the Village Clerk's compensation. The change would set an annual salary of $35,936.25 (or $32 per hour) for 25-30 hours per week, replacing the previous rate. The ordinance was passed and adopted on November 7, 2025.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

Board

Board to vote on $4,000 Christmas donation and clerk salary ordinance

The Lily Lake Village Board will consider a resolution to approve a $4,000 Christmas donation and a resolution for employee membership purchases. They will also vote on an ordinance amending the clerk's salary and enter closed session for personnel matters. The meeting includes approval of minutes, monthly bills, and committee reports.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approves Christmas celebration spending and clerk compensation ordinance

The board approved Resolution 2025-31 authorizing funds for the 2025 Village Christmas Celebration (5-1, with Trustee Blomberg voting no) and Ordinance 2025-12 amending the village code regarding the clerk's compensation (5-0). Memberships for the clerk and deputy clerk were also authorized. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine approvals and committee updates.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to discuss spending for Christmas Event by Trustee Blomberg, seconded by Trustee Anderson Roll Call
4 yea
Anderson yea · Carlson yea · Conn yea · Parry. N yea
Mon Nov 10, 2025

MOW

Lily Lake MOW to discuss Christmas Event

The Village of Lily Lake Meeting of the Whole will hold a public meeting on November 10, 2025, at 6:00 pm. The agenda includes a discussion about the Christmas Event, with no other substantive items listed.

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Mon Nov 3, 2025

PC

✓ Decided: Plan Commission approves agenda and minutes, discusses tree ordinance and park ideas

The Lily Lake Plan Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. Members discussed the tree ordinance, a Plan It proposal or internship option, and ideas for Simon Anderson Park and Village Hall. No substantive decisions were made on these topics.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

PC

Plan Commission to discuss Open Space Master Design Plan

The Lily Lake Plan Commission is meeting to discuss the Village Open Space Master Design Plan as old business. The agenda includes routine items like roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment, with no new business listed.

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Sat Nov 1, 2025

ORD 2025 11 Dissolving Event Committee

Lily Lake dissolves its Events Committee

The Village of Lily Lake is dissolving its Events Committee, which was established in February 2025. The ordinance repeals the prior establishing ordinance and directs village staff to carry out the dissolution. This is a routine administrative action with no new programs or spending.

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Mon Oct 27, 2025

Board

Board to vote on tree ordinance, audit, roof, and dissolving event committee

The Lily Lake Village Board will consider several motions and ordinances, including a tree ordinance, dissolving the Event Committee, approving the 2025 audit, and authorizing a new roof installation for spring 2026. The meeting also includes recognition of local children, committee reports, and approval of minutes and monthly bills.

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Mon Oct 27, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board dissolves Events Committee, approves multiple resolutions

The Lily Lake Board of Trustees voted 4-3 to dissolve the Events Committee, approved several resolutions including audit services and roof repairs, and tabled a motion to seek outside counsel. The board also approved new speed signs on Campton Highway, a bigger tent for the Christmas event, and an amendment to the landscaping and trees ordinance.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Trustee Parry, seconded by Trustee Conn Roll Call
6 yea
Blomberg yea · Carlson yea · Conn yea · Ormond yea · Parry. N yea · Anderson yea
Motion by Trustee Anderson, seconded by Trustee Parry Roll Call
6 yea
Anderson yea · Carlson yea · Parry yea · President Diehl. N yea · Blomberg yea · Conn yea
Motion to table until next regular meeting by Trustee Blomberg, seconded by Trustee Conn Roll call
5 yea
Blomberg yea · Carlson yea · Conn yea · Ormond yea · Parry. N yea
Mon Oct 6, 2025

PC

✓ Decided: Plan Commission hears park layout presentation, approves minutes

The Plan Commission approved the agenda and corrected minutes from August 4, 2025. Amanda Arnold of PlanIt Landscape Perspectives presented ideas for a park layout. No substantive decisions were made on the park or other business. The meeting adjourned at 7:48 PM.

Mon Oct 6, 2025

PC

Lily Lake Plan Commission meeting scheduled for October 6, 2025

The Plan Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the August 4th, 2025 meeting. The meeting includes a presentation by PlanIt Landscape Perspectives LLC during public comment.

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Wed Oct 1, 2025

ORD 2025 10 Comp Plan

Lily Lake adopts 2024 Comprehensive Land Use Plan

The Village Board is adopting the 2024 Comprehensive Land Use Plan, which guides future development and land use. A public hearing was held on August 25, 2025. The ordinance was passed and approved by a roll call vote.

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Mon Sep 22, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approved CloudFit software agreement and bills

The board approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with CloudFit Software and approved the bills. A trustee submitted a formal harassment complaint against the mayor, which was entered into the record. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Sep 22, 2025

Board

Board to appoint event committee members, approve software contract

The Lily Lake Village Board will consider appointing Pam Conn and Mike Carlson to the Event Committee and vote on a resolution to approve Cloudfit Software. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of minutes from prior meetings, and committee reports. A closed session is scheduled to review closed meeting minutes and discuss securities or investments.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board discusses capital investments, defers decisions

The Village Board held a special meeting to discuss capital improvements and investment options with Krueger and Associates, but no decisions were made. The board will continue the discussion after consulting with the village attorney and plans to move into closed session at a future meeting. The agenda was adopted and the meeting adjourned, both by unanimous voice votes.

Mon Sep 8, 2025

PC

Lily Lake Plan Commission meets Sept. 8, 2025

The Lily Lake Plan Commission is holding a regular meeting with procedural items including roll call, approval of the agenda, and approval of minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting. No specific decisions or discussions are listed beyond standard administrative business.

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Mon Sep 1, 2025

ORD 2025 09 Amending Deputy Clerk's Compensation

Village Board amends deputy clerk pay to $30,647.76 annual salary

The Lily Lake Village Board is adopting an ordinance to amend the Village Code regarding the deputy clerk's compensation. The change sets an annual salary of $30,647.76 (previously $26.79 per hour) and adjusts the weekly hour limits and overtime rate.

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Mon Aug 25, 2025

Public Hearing Comp Plan

Lily Lake Planning Commission holds public hearing on new comprehensive plan

The Lily Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider creating a comprehensive plan for the Village, as required by state law. The commission will accept documents, testimony, and public comment. The hearing may be continued to a later date if needed.

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Mon Aug 25, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board adopts 2024 Comprehensive Land Use Plan (5-0)

The Board adopted the 2024 Comprehensive Land Use Plan via a 5-0 roll call vote. An ordinance establishing rules of organizing and procedure for the Village failed on a 1-4 vote. A resolution authorizing an agreement with CloudFit Software was tabled until the next meeting. The Board also approved a roofing repair bid and the appointment of a Village Clerk to oversee the work, not to exceed $2,500.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Trustee Anderson, seconded by Trustee Carlson Roll Call
5 yea
Anderson N yea · Carlson yea · Conn yea · Ormond yea · Parry yea
Thu Aug 21, 2025

Board

Board to vote on Comprehensive Plan and committee rules

The Lily Lake Village Board will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including adoption of a Comprehensive Plan and rules for committee procedures. They will also vote on a motion to approve Skyline Tree Service and a resolution for Cloudfit Software. The meeting includes public comment, committee reports, and discussion of roofing bids and a tree ordinance.

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Wed Aug 6, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approves snowplow bid reconsideration and contract with Active Excavating

The Board voted 4-2 to reconsider a snowplow bid from the July 28 agenda and also approved Resolution 2025-26 authorizing an agreement with Active Excavating and Wrecking, Inc. Trustees Blomberg and Ormond voted against both items. The meeting adjourned at 6:18 p.m.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Trustee Anderson, seconded by Trustee Carlson Roll Call
6 yea
Anderson yea · Carlson yea · Conn yea · Parry yea · Blomberg yea · WRECKING yea
Wed Aug 6, 2025

Meeting

Board to vote on snowplow bid from Active Excavating & Wrecking

The Village Board is holding a special meeting to consider and vote on a single resolution: approving a snowplow bid from Active Excavating & Wrecking, Inc. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

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Mon Aug 4, 2025

PC

Plan Commission to review Comprehensive Land Use Map

The Lily Lake Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 4, 2025. The main item of business is a review of the Comprehensive Land Use Map under old business. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the June 2 meeting and public comment.

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Mon Aug 4, 2025

PC

✓ Decided: Plan Commission approves June minutes, sets public hearing for Aug. 25

The Plan Commission approved the corrected June 2, 2025 meeting minutes and the August 4, 2025 agenda, both unanimously. A public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan was scheduled for August 25, 2025 at 6:30pm. Commissioners discussed inviting a consultant for a no-cost park master plan presentation, but no decision was made. No substantive ordinances or contracts were voted on.

Fri Aug 1, 2025

ORD 2025 08 Clerk's Compensation

Village board approves clerk salary increase to $35,936

The Lily Lake Village Board is adopting an ordinance to amend the village code to increase the Village Clerk's annual salary to $35,936.25 (from $28.79 per hour) and set a work schedule of 25-30 hours per week, with any hours over 30 requiring the President's prior approval. The change is in response to increased responsibilities.

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Mon Jul 28, 2025

Board

Board to vote on bids for lighting, crack sealing, snowplow, and park rehab

The Lily Lake Village Board will consider multiple bids and motions, including permanent lighting for Village Hall, crack sealing from Campton Township Highway District, a snowplow contract, rehab of the Milkhouse at Simon Anderson Park, and roof repair. They will also discuss a playground equipment plan and amend an ordinance for deputy hours to hourly pay.

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Mon Jul 28, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approves deputy clerk pay raise, permanent lighting, and snowplow rebid

The Board approved an ordinance amending the Village Code to set the deputy clerk's compensation, approved permanent lighting on Village Hall, and approved a bid from Campton Township Highway District for crack sealing. A snowplow bid was withdrawn and a motion to rebid was approved. The roof replacement motion was withdrawn and tabled for 30 days. All other items, including the agenda, prior minutes, and bills, were approved unanimously.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Trustee Anderson, seconded by Trustee Parry Roll Call
6 yea
Anderson yea · Blomberg yea · Carlson yea · Conn yea · Ormond yea · Parry yea
Mon Jul 7, 2025

PC

Lily Lake Plan Commission meets July 7 with no specific business items listed

The Lily Lake Plan Commission is holding a regular meeting on July 7, 2025. The agenda includes only procedural items: roll call, approval of the agenda and minutes from the June 2 meeting, public comment, and sections for old, new, and other business. No specific proposals, rezonings, or contracts are listed for discussion or decision.

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Mon Jun 23, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approved commercial solar farm ordinance and Elgin boundary agreement

The Board approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including amendments to the village code regarding commercial solar farms (Ordinance 2025-05) and public comment (Ordinance 2025-07), an intergovernmental boundary agreement with Elgin (Ordinance 2025-06), and resolutions authorizing village fund investments, codification services, and building code services. The roof bidding was tabled for 30 days. The clerk's compensation ordinance was amended to an hourly rate after closed session.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Trustee Anderson, seconded by Trustee Blomberg Roll Call
6 yea
Anderson yea · Carlson yea · Conn N yea · Blomberg yea · Deputy Clerk yea · Conn yea
Motion by Trustee Anderson, seconded by Trustee Conn Roll Call
7 yea
Anderson yea · Carlson yea · Conn N yea · Blomberg yea · Ormond yea · Conn yea · Ormond. N yea
Mon Jun 23, 2025

Board

Board to vote on solar ordinance, border agreement, and multiple contracts

The Lily Lake Board will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a solar ordinance, an Elgin border agreement, and a resolution for investing village money. They will also vote on contracts for landscaping, roofing, window washing, and fire services, as well as approve the purchase of chairs and adjust clerk hours. The meeting includes swearing in trustees and a closed session for personnel matters.

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Mon Jun 2, 2025

PC

✓ Decided: Plan Commission reviews tree ordinance, park projects, comp plan

The Plan Commission reviewed a draft tree ordinance compiled by Commissioner Kowal, who will forward final edits to the Village Clerk for distribution to the Village President and Board. The commission also discussed park projects, including a bid for the Milk House renovation and a bid for playground mulch, while new playground equipment discussion remains tabled. Commissioner Kowal distributed an updated version of the Comprehensive Plan for individual review, with the table of contents to be completed later. No votes were taken on these items; the meeting was procedural and informational.

Thu May 29, 2025

PC

Plan Commission to discuss tree ordinance, comp plan, park projects

The Lily Lake Plan Commission is meeting to discuss several ongoing items, including a tree ordinance, comprehensive plan updates, and Simon Anderson-Park projects. They will also hold a public hearing on June 23, 2025. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no new decisions or proposals detailed.

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Mon May 19, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approves $5,000 for summer events, tables clerk pay ordinance

The board approved $5,000 for summer events, Metro West dues, up to $3,400 per month for Roll Kall, and road patching not to exceed $4,000. An ordinance amending the village clerk's compensation was tabled. Melissa Wellendorf was appointed village treasurer and an agreement with Kruger and Associates for accounting services was approved.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Trustee Parry, seconded by Trustee Anderson Roll Call
3 yea
Anderson yea · Carlson yea · Ormond yea
Motion by Trustee Anderson, seconded by Trustee Parry Roll Call
4 yea
Anderson yea · Carlson yea · Ormond yea · Parry yea
Mon May 19, 2025

Board Part2

Board to appoint new village treasurer and approve spending for summer events and road patching

The Village Board will swear in three newly elected trustees, consider several spending motions including $5,000 for summer events and up to $4,000 for road patching on Sunset Views, and vote on appointing Krueger and Associates as village treasurer. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters.

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Mon May 19, 2025

Board Part1

Lily Lake Board meeting with only procedural items

This is a procedural-only meeting. The Village Board will call the meeting to order, take roll call, recite the Pledge of Allegiance, adopt the agenda, and approve minutes from two prior meetings before adjourning.

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Tue May 6, 2025

PC

Lily Lake Plan Commission to discuss tree ordinance, comp plan, park projects

The Lily Lake Plan Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes, and swearing in new members. The main substantive items are discussions on the tree ordinance, comprehensive plan updates, and an update on Simon Anderson Park projects. Public comment is also scheduled.

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Mon May 5, 2025

PC

✓ Decided: Tree ordinance discussed; plan commission awaits draft of land use plan

The commission discussed whether to pursue a tree ordinance or a preservation recommendation, with suggestions to tie tree preservation to building permits and to survey heritage trees. Commissioner Kowal will research ordinances in nearby villages. The commission also awaits a draft of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Kon Savoy and continues seeking contacts for IDOT and KCFP regarding bridge cleanup.

Mon Apr 28, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approves fiscal year 2025-26 appropriation ordinance

The board approved the annual appropriation ordinance for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2025, after a motion to amend. It also approved an intergovernmental agreement with Elgin regarding jurisdictional boundaries, though the vote was split. Several resolutions were passed, including updates to the village code, purchase of office equipment and a video camera, payment of legal services, and appointment of a plan commission member. The board discussed leaving speed bumps as is and focusing on radar signs and increased police patrols to address speeding.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Trustee Anderson, seconded by Trustee Parry Roll Call
1 yea
Anderson yea
Mon Apr 28, 2025

Board

Board to consider border agreement with Elgin, appropriations, and video recording meetings

The Lily Lake Village Board will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a border agreement with Elgin, the annual appropriations ordinance, and a resolution to video record board meetings. They will also consider final payment to a previous attorney, purchase of laptop computers, and a sinkhole repair resolution. Committee reports and public comment are scheduled.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025

Meeting

Board to vote on painting milkhouse and pavilion clear coat

The Village Board will consider a resolution to approve materials for painting the Milkhouse and applying clear coat to the Pavilion. A corporate authority training session is also scheduled. The meeting is a special session with limited agenda items.

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Mon Apr 7, 2025

PC

Plan Commission to review tree ordinance, comp plan, and park projects

The Lily Lake Plan Commission will discuss updates to the tree ordinance, edits to the comprehensive plan, and park projects including pavilion cleaning and milk house painting. A public hearing is scheduled for 6:30pm before the regular meeting.

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Mon Apr 7, 2025

PC

✓ Decided: Plan Commission advances tree ordinance and park projects

The Plan Commission decided to develop separate commercial and residential tree ordinances, with a draft for review in May. They also reviewed park projects including pavilion sealing and a three-phase plan for the Milk House. Edits to the Comprehensive Plan were discussed and will be compiled for the next meeting. No final votes were taken on these items.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

Video Gaming License Application

Village Board to consider video gaming license application

The Lily Lake Village Board is meeting to consider a video gaming license application. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed. The meeting is scheduled for April 1, 2025.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Engineering VILLAGE Site Plan Primary Checklist

Engineering site plan checklist review for Lily Lake development

This agenda is a procedural engineering site plan primary checklist review for the Village of Lily Lake. No specific project, decision, or discussion item is identified beyond the checklist review itself.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Engineering VILLAGE Site Plan Secondary Checklist

Agenda contains only procedural boilerplate; no substantive items.

This meeting agenda for the Village of Lily Lake Engineering Site Plan Secondary Checklist is entirely procedural boilerplate. It includes navigation links, contact information, and a vision statement but no specific items for decision or discussion.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Engineering VILLAGE Site Plan As Built Checklist

Agenda contains only procedural boilerplate, no decisions

This meeting agenda for the Village of Lily Lake Engineering site plan as-built checklist contains only general village information, navigation links, and a vision statement. No specific items for discussion, decision, or public hearing are listed.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Stormwater Permit Application

Stormwater permit application discussed by Lily Lake Village Board

The Village Board is discussing a stormwater permit application at this meeting. The agenda contains only this item and procedural boilerplate.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Liquor License Application

Lily Lake Village Board to consider liquor license application

The agenda for the April 2025 meeting of the Lily Lake Village Board is not available in the provided text. The document contains only general website information, including office hours and a community vision statement, with no specific meeting items, resolutions, or public hearings listed.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

FY 2025

Lily Lake Village Board FY 2025 meeting agenda is procedural only

The posted agenda for the Lily Lake Village Board FY 2025 meeting contains only boilerplate website navigation and general village information. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Planning Pre Application Conference Request

Planning pre-application conference request on agenda

The Lily Lake Planning Commission is holding a pre-application conference to discuss a development proposal. No specific project details, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed in the agenda.

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Tue Apr 1, 2025

Rezone or Use Instruction

Lily Lake Planning Commission to consider rezone or use instruction

The Lily Lake Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a rezone or use instruction. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific details about the property or proposed change.

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Mon Mar 24, 2025

Board

Board to vote on laptops, video recording, and raffle permits

The Lily Lake Village Board will consider several resolutions including purchasing two laptops for the Clerk and Deputy Clerk, authorizing video recording of board meetings, and approving raffle permits. Other items include switching cell phone service, updating the village website, and power washing the pavilion at Anderson Park.

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Mon Mar 24, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approved multiple resolutions for village services and equipment

The Lily Lake Board of Trustees approved several resolutions authorizing purchases for website services, banking matters, cleaning services, office equipment, power washing, and weather siren services. They also tabled resolutions for office equipment and camera services until the April 28 meeting. The board discussed speeding issues on Empire Road and added speed bumps on Hanson's Road to the April agenda.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Trustee Anderson, seconded by Trustee Parry Roll Call
5 yea
Conn yea · Ormond yea · Parry yea · Anderson yea · Blomberg yea
Motion by Trustee Parry, seconded by Trustee Blomberg Roll Call
6 yea
Anderson yea · Parry yea · Blomberg yea · Conn yea · Ormond yea · KANE COUNTY yea
Motion by Trustee Parry, seconded by Trustee Roll Call
6 yea
Anderson yea · Parry yea · Blomberg yea · Conn yea · Ormond yea · KANE COUNTY yea
Motion by Trustee Conn, seconded by Trustee Parry Roll Call
5 yea
Anderson yea · Parry yea · Blomberg yea · Conn yea · Ormond yea
Mon Mar 17, 2025

MOW

Village board to discuss Comprehensive Plan at meeting

The Lily Lake Village Board is holding a Meeting of the Whole on March 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes public comment and a discussion of the Comprehensive Plan. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting appears to be for discussion only.

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Mon Mar 17, 2025

MOW

✓ Decided: Board reviewed Comp Plan pages 58-76, no decisions made

The meeting was procedural only, with the Board and Plan Committee reviewing and discussing changes to the Comprehensive Plan (pages 58-76). No votes were taken on any substantive items, and the only action was a unanimous voice vote to adjourn.

Mon Mar 10, 2025

MOW

✓ Decided: Village Board reviews Comp Plan, discusses grant opportunity

The Village of Lily Lake Meeting of the Whole on March 10, 2025, was primarily procedural, with the Board and Plan Committee reviewing the Comprehensive Plan (pages 26-58) and discussing a CMAP grant opportunity due April 6. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned unanimously at 8:01 p.m.

Mon Mar 10, 2025

MOW

Village Board to discuss Comprehensive Plan update

The Lily Lake Village Board is holding a Meeting of the Whole to discuss the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes public comment and old/new business items, but the only substantive discussion item listed is the Comp Plan.

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Mon Mar 3, 2025

PC

Plan Commission to discuss tree ordinance and comprehensive plan

The Lily Lake Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting with roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment. The main items are discussions on a tree ordinance and the comprehensive plan under old business.

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Mon Mar 3, 2025

PC

✓ Decided: Plan Commission discusses tree ordinance and comprehensive plan, no votes on substantive items

The Lily Lake Plan Commission met on March 3, 2025, and discussed the tree ordinance, which will focus on commercial properties, new developments, undeveloped residential lots, and village open space, with an emphasis on heritage trees. They also continued work on the comprehensive plan, which is being consolidated at the request of the village board. No substantive decisions were made; the only votes were to approve the agenda and the previous meeting's minutes.

Sat Mar 1, 2025

RES 2025 29 Approving A&E to repair Roofing

Village Board approves $25,532 roof repair for Village Hall

The Village Board is approving a resolution to accept a proposal from A&E Roofing and Siding, Inc. for roof repairs at Village Hall. The contract is for $25,532.20, with additional costs possible for extra shingle layers or rotten plywood. The board is also waiving bidding requirements for this purchase.

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Fri Feb 28, 2025

RES 2025 28 Approving Lauterbach Amen for Audit

Village approves $11,400 audit contract with Lauterbach & Amen

The Village Board is voting to approve a $11,400 contract with Lauterbach & Amen for audit services for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2025. The resolution authorizes the president to execute the agreement and waives bidding requirements. The audit will cover the village's governmental activities and major funds.

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Thu Feb 27, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approved resolutions on audit, lawn care, events committee, and Easter egg hunt

The board unanimously approved several resolutions, including authorizing the auditor to file the annual financial report, purchasing lawn care services, establishing an events committee, and paying fees for the annual Easter egg hunt. A resolution to reduce a letter of credit for the Lily Lake Travel Center passed with two abstentions. The board also discussed future items like a summer movie night and recording meetings.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Trustee Parry, seconded by Trustee Blomberg Roll Call
7 yea
Anderson yea · Butler yea · Ormond yea · Parry yea · Blomberg yea · Conn yea · KANE COUNTY yea
Motion by Trustee Parry, seconded by Trustee Anderson Roll Call
7 yea
Anderson yea · Butler yea · Ormond yea · Parry yea · Blomberg yea · Conn yea · KANE COUNTY yea
Thu Feb 27, 2025

RES 2025 27 Approving Cloudfit

Village approves $5,262 Microsoft 365 software license agreement

The Village Board is voting to approve a one-year agreement with CloudFit Software for Microsoft Office 365 licensing at a total cost of $5,261.76. The resolution authorizes the village to enter into the contract and allocate necessary funds.

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Mon Feb 24, 2025

Board

Board to vote on auditor, landscape contract, and event committee creation

The Lily Lake Village Board will consider several resolutions and an ordinance at its February 24 meeting. Key items include approving an auditor for the annual audit, reducing a letter of credit for Oasis, and authorizing a landscape service contract for 2025. The board will also vote on creating an Event Committee and appointing its members, as well as approving $1,000 for an Easter Egg Hunt and a computer monitor purchase.

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Mon Feb 24, 2025

ORD 2025 02 Create Event Committee

Village creates Events Committee to promote programs

The Village Board is adopting an ordinance to establish a three-member Events Committee appointed by the President with Board consent. The committee will research, promote, and raise funds for Village programs and events, without compensation for members.

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Tue Feb 18, 2025

MOW

✓ Decided: Board plans to create event committee and fund Easter Egg Hunt expansion

The Board discussed plans to create an event committee and fund an Easter Egg Hunt expansion, with formal votes expected at the next board meeting. No binding decisions were made during this Meeting of the Whole; all items remain proposals for future action.

Tue Feb 18, 2025

MOW

COMP PLAN changes, event committee, and fee reductions discussed

The Village of Lily Lake Meeting of the Whole will discuss proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan, formation of an event committee, standardizing Letter of Credit reductions, planning the Easter Egg Hunt, and a presentation from Steve Zahn regarding milk house recorders. No decisions are being made; these are discussion items only.

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Mon Feb 17, 2025

RES 2025 17 Painting the Milk House and Sealcoating Pavilion Copy

Village to spend up to $1,500 on paint and sealcoating for pavilion

The Village Board is voting on a resolution to authorize spending up to $1,500 for stain to paint the Milk House and sealcoat the pavilion, and to allow a volunteer to perform the work. The resolution also waives bidding requirements for this maintenance project.

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Fri Feb 14, 2025

ORD 2025 14 Deputy Clerk's Salary

Village board to vote on raising deputy clerk pay to $28.50/hour

The Lily Lake Village Board is considering an ordinance to amend the Village Code to increase the deputy clerk's hourly wage from $26.79 to $28.50, with a maximum of 25 hours per week. The change is proposed due to increased responsibilities and commitments of the deputy clerk.

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Thu Feb 6, 2025

PC

Plan Commission to review Comp Plan and APA workshop recap

The Lily Lake Plan Commission will meet to discuss old business including the Comprehensive Plan and recap a recent American Planning Association workshop. No votes or binding decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Mon Feb 3, 2025

PC

✓ Decided: Plan Commission approves agenda and January minutes, discusses Comp Plan

The Plan Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 6, 2025, both unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on procedural approvals and discussions, including a future Meeting of the Whole to rework the Comprehensive Plan and a feasibility study for Route 47 widening.

Mon Jan 27, 2025

Board

Board to vote on Legacy Farms ordinance and multiple resolutions

The Village Board will consider Ordinance 2024-16 regarding Legacy Farms and vote on several resolutions, including attorney pay, Comcast link removal, event sponsorship 501C, automatic bill pay, CPA appointment, and deputy clerk extra hours. They will also approve the draft audit, appoint a new plan commission member, and discuss purchasing recording equipment for the milkhouse.

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Mon Jan 27, 2025

Board

✓ Decided: Board approves modified tax levy ordinance for FY 2024-2025

The board approved a modified version of Ordinance 2024-19 for the levy and assessment of taxes for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2024, after striking section B. Several resolutions were passed, including authorizing payment of legal services, canceling Comcast services, approving electronic banking and bill pay, purchasing software training for the clerk and deputy clerk, and approving the deputy clerk's pay for additional hours. Two items were tabled: Resolution 2025-03 supporting creation of a not-for-profit corporation and the draft audit. Mr. John Andreacchi was appointed to the Plan Commission. Old business included ongoing discussions about widening Route 47 with little progress.

Fri Jan 17, 2025

MOW

Former attorney final invoice payments and Comcast link discussed

The Village of Lily Lake Meeting of the Whole will discuss former attorney final invoice payments, a Comcast link to the milkhouse and equipment, an Oasis LOC, 501(C) matters, bill pay, direct deposit, and a closed session with the CPA. No final decisions are made at this meeting; items are for discussion only.

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Fri Jan 17, 2025

MOW

✓ Decided: Former attorney's $33,216 final invoice split into two payments

The board discussed splitting the former attorney's final invoice of $33,216.24 into two installments due to budget limits: $16,608 this year and the remainder next cycle. No formal vote was taken; the discussion was procedural. Other topics included a Comcast camera system, a letter of credit for stormwater improvements, creating a 501(c)(3) for donations, and switching to direct deposit and automatic bill payments.

Thu Jan 9, 2025

Finance

Lily Lake Finance Committee to review 2024 Treasurer's Report

The Lily Lake Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss the 2024 fiscal year Treasurer's Report. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business items listed.

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Mon Jan 6, 2025

PC

Plan Commission to discuss boundary agreement with Elgin

The Lily Lake Plan Commission will consider an intergovernmental boundary agreement with the City of Elgin and review old business on the Bridge Over Rt47 beautification and stewardship project. The meeting includes approval of minutes from November 4, 2024, and public comment.

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Mon Jan 6, 2025

PC

✓ Decided: Plan Commission recommends Elgin boundary agreement

The Plan Commission voted unanimously to recommend to the Village Board that Elgin's proposed boundary agreement be approved. Commissioners discussed that the boundary line extends up to Burlington Road, which they felt was far enough from Lily Lake to protect the village's vision of preserving farming and open space. The commission also discussed a speed study showing high violation rates on Routes 64 and 47, and briefly discussed how to encourage slower driving. No other substantive decisions were made.

Wed Jan 1, 2025

2025 01

Village Board to vote on $33,216 final legal invoice for former attorney

The Village Board is deciding whether to approve payment of a $33,216.24 final invoice from former village attorney Alex McTavish, split into two payments of $16,608.12 each. The resolution authorizes the payment and directs village officers to take necessary actions to disburse the funds.

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Wed Jan 1, 2025

Application rezone use variation

Lily Lake board to consider zoning change for property use

The Village Board is deciding on an application for a zoning reclassification and use variation. The meeting will address a specific property's request to change its current zoning designation and allow a different use than normally permitted.

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