Lombard public meetings in 2023

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Lombard Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will review routine administrative items, including bill payments and past meeting minutes. The docket includes actions to approve final promotional lists for police sergeant and lieutenant positions and to extend a final employment offer to a firefighter/paramedic candidate. A closed executive session is scheduled to address specific employee appointments, compensation, discipline, or dismissal matters.

• Approve Final Police Sergeant and Lieutenant Promotional Lists
• Extend final employment offer to a firefighter/paramedic candidate
• Hold executive session on specific employee appointments, compensation, discipline, or dismissal
• Review payment of village bills
• Approve minutes from November 20 and December special meetings

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Zoning Board of Appeals on December 27, 2023, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2024.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Board of Fire and Police Commissioners on December 21, 2023, was cancelled. No business or decisions were conducted.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will consider ordinances regarding truck weight limits and parking duration on South Park Avenue. The agenda also includes several contract change orders for infrastructure projects and building code amendments.

• Ordinance to restrict trucks over 8,000 pounds on South Park Avenue
• Change of parking on South Park Avenue from two-hour to one-hour customer only
• $204,443.65 change order for the South Park Avenue Pedestrianization Project
• Grants and loans for Kyo Ramen & Poke Bowl restaurant
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $6,444,241.37

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a major change to the Calvary Church Planned Development at 105 and 115 W Maple Street, involving property use and open space deviations. A hearing for a Tesla Supercharger Station at 60 Yorktown was requested to be continued to January 22, 2024.

• Major change to Calvary Church Planned Development (105 and 115 W Maple Street)
• Request to continue Tesla Supercharger Station hearing at 60 Yorktown
• Approval of November 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Foreign Fire Tax Board

The board will review previous meeting minutes and address unfinished business regarding a training door prop. New business includes a request for stereo receivers for Station 44 and 45 apparatus bays.

• Approval of October 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Training Door Prop
• New stereo receivers for Station 44 & 45 Apparatus Bay

Public Works & Environmental Concerns

The Public Works & Environmental Concerns Committee is reviewing several contract changes for village road and utility projects. The meeting includes discussions on the South Park Avenue Pedestrianization Project and proposed updates to 'No Mow' vegetation rules.

• $204,443.65 increase for South Park Avenue Pedestrianization Project including water main replacement
• $312,467.70 increase for the Concrete Rehabilitation Program
• Proposed amendments to Village Code regarding 'No Mow 'til Mother's Day' provisions
• $93,386.93 increase for the Asphalt Roadway Program
• $17,780.00 increase for 22nd Street Junction Chamber work

Community Relations Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Community Relations Committee on December 11, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 8, 2024.

Economic & Community Development Committee

The committee will review grant requests for a commercial building at 108 W. St. Charles Road. Members will also discuss several proposed amendments to update village codes and grant programs following the expiration of the Lombard Downtown TIF District.

• Façade Grant request for 108 W. St. Charles Road up to $50,000
• Restaurant Forgivable Loan request for 108 W. St. Charles Road up to $100,000
• Code amendments regarding the expiration of the Lombard Downtown TIF District
• Amendments to various grant and loan programs including the Retail Business Grant
• Proposed updates to the Business Retention Economic Incentive Policy

Finance & Administration Committee

The committee will receive an update on the 2024 insurance program from the Village's Risk Management Consultant. Following this, the committee will discuss and provide a recommendation to the Village Board regarding the program. The meeting also includes a review of the October monthly financial report.

• 2024 Risk Management & Insurance Renewal Program update and recommendation
• Review of October Monthly Financial Report

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to extend final job offers to police and firefighter/paramedic candidates. The Board also intends to approve the initial promotional list for police sergeants and lieutenants.

• Final employment offers for police candidates
• Final employment offer for a firefighter/paramedic candidate
• Approval of Initial Police Sergeant and Lieutenant Promotional List

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider several ordinances, including changes to the traffic code and building regulations. The agenda also includes reviewing economic incentive amendments and downtown renovation grants. Additionally, the board will review various accounts payable and payroll amounts.

• Purchase of four Ford Interceptor police vehicles for $206,760
• Ordinance to prohibit right turns on red at Parkside/Main and Hickory/Main
• Real estate purchase and easement acquisition for the South Elevated Water Tower
• Grant of up to $50,000 for Lombard Veterinary Hospital redevelopment
• Liquor license approval for Aldi Battle at 205 W. Roosevelt Road

Public Safety & Transportation Committee

The committee is reviewing ordinances to amend the Lombard Traffic Code. Proposals include prohibiting certain right turns on red and restricting trucks over 8,000 pounds on South Park Avenue. The committee will also discuss changing customer parking duration on South Park Avenue.

• Prohibiting right turns on red at Parkside and Main, and Hickory and Main intersections
• Restricting trucks exceeding 8,000 pounds on South Park Avenue between McGruire Drive and St. Charles Road
• Changing customer parking on South Park Avenue from two hours to one hour
• Reviewing September and October 2023 Fire and Police Department reports

Community Promotion & Tourism

The scheduled meeting for the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee on December 5, 2023, has been cancelled. The next committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review police officer candidates. The Board may extend conditional offers of employment and decide if candidates should proceed with background investigations.

• Conditional offers of employment for police officer candidates
• Decisions regarding candidate background investigations

Finance & Administration Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Finance & Administration Committee has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this time.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Zoning Board of Appeals on November 22, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 27, 2023.

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review several proposed text amendments to the Village Code. These changes involve landscape requirements, exterior lighting in the Roosevelt Road Corridor District, and wall signage rules for business districts.

• Text amendments to Chapter 155 regarding landscape requirements
• Text amendments to Section 155.417(G)(14) regarding exterior lighting in the B4A Roosevelt Road Corridor District
• Text amendments to Sections 153.506 and 153.507 regarding wall signage in the B5 Central Business District and B5A Downtown Perimeter District
• Workshop: Storage centers in Office District - 665 W. North Avenue

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to review firefighter/paramedic employment. The agenda includes extending conditional job offers and approving background investigations for candidates. Additionally, oral interviews for police sergeant and lieutenant promotions are scheduled for December 4.

• Conditional employment offers for firefighter/paramedic candidates
• Background investigations for firefighter/paramedics
• Oral interviews for Police Sergeant and Lieutenant promotions

Village Board of Trustees

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed $131,768,435 annual budget for 2024. The meeting includes discussions on a new 40-year water purchase agreement and the 2023 tax levy. Additionally, the board will consider several local ordinances and contract awards.

• Public hearing for the proposed $131,768,435 annual budget
• New 40-year water purchase agreement with DuPage Water Commission
• Zoning modification for Chick-fil-A at 717 E. Butterfield Road
• Approval of the $11,788,323 tax levy for fiscal year 2023
• $940,571.10 contract award to G & M Cement Construction

Public Works & Environmental Concerns

The Village of Lombard Public Works & Environmental Concerns meeting scheduled for November 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is December 12, 2023.

Economic & Community Development Committee

The committee will review several amendments to village grant programs and the municipal code due to the expiration of the Downtown TIF District. Discussions also include renovation grants for properties on East St Charles Road and South Park Avenue. Additionally, members will consider an amendment to the Yorktown Reserve economic incentive agreement.

• Grant request up to $50,000 for utility relocation at 244 East St Charles Road
• First Amendment to the Yorktown Reserve economic incentive agreement
• Renovation grant up to $50,000 for 118 West St. Charles Road
• Renovation grant up to $50,000 for 16 South Park Avenue
• Code amendments removing references to the expired Downtown TIF District

Glenbard Wastewater Authority

The Board will review the 2022 annual financial reports and consider a resolution to issue revenue bonds for wastewater treatment facility improvements. Additionally, the Board is asked to approve the proposed $18,271,145 budget for 2024.

• Resolution 004-2023: Issuance of up to $7,000,000 in Wastewater Treatment Facility Revenue Bonds, Series 2023
• Proposed CY2024 Budget: $18,271,145 total ($5,244,233 for Operations and Maintenance; $13,026,912 for Capital Plan)
• Review of CY2022 Annual Financial Reports by Lauterbach & Amen, LLP

Community Relations Committee

The November 13, 2023, meeting of the Lombard Community Relations Committee has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting for this committee is Monday, December 11, 2023.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

This special meeting includes the review and approval of the Final Police Officer Eligibility List. The Board will also address payment of bills and conduct an executive session regarding personnel or legal counsel matters.

• Approval of the Final Police Officer Eligibility List
• Payment of bills
• Executive session regarding employee appointment, compensation, discipline, or dismissal

Community Promotion & Tourism

The Community Promotion & Tourism Committee meeting scheduled for November 7, 2023, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2023.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed 6.65% property tax levy increase. The agenda also includes discussions on liquor license amendments and medical transportation fees. Additionally, the Board will consider several service contracts and zoning recommendations.

• Public hearing for a proposed 6.65% property tax levy increase
• Zoning recommendations for Chick-fil-A at 717 E. Butterfield Road
• $73,840 contract renewal with Beary Landscape Management for mowing and weed control
• $11,788,323 tax levy for the 2023 fiscal year
• Approval of a 2024-2029 solid waste contract with Waste Management

Board of Building Appeals

The Board of Building Appeals is reviewing proposed text amendments to the Village Building Code for consistency with international standards. The board will also consider new regulations for valet trash services and building address sizing. Staff will provide updates on energy codes and various building inspections.

• Text amendments to Title 15, Chapter 150 of the Village Code
• New regulation for Valet Trash Service under Section 105.6.51 of the International Fire Code
• Amendment to Section 152.24 regarding address sizing on buildings
• Updates on parking garage, four-story building, and bow string truss inspections

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Zoning Board of Appeals on October 25, 2023, was cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for November 22, 2023.

• No items were discussed as the meeting was cancelled

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will review the Initial Police Officer Candidate Eligibility List and the Final Fire Lieutenant List. The meeting includes an executive session regarding employee appointments, compensation, or discipline.

• Approval of the Initial Police Officer Candidate Eligibility List
• Approval of the Final Fire Lieutenant List

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee meeting scheduled for October 23, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will consider a $1,584,900 construction contract for the South Park Avenue Pedestrianization Project. The agenda also includes approving new municipal pickup trucks and reviewing several infrastructure change orders.

• $1,584,900 contract for South Park Avenue Pedestrianization Project
• $221,580 purchase of four Ford F-250 pickups with plows
• $120,000 engineering contract for 22nd Street Shared-Use Path improvements
• Up to $44,809.97 downtown improvement grant for Lombard Veterinary Hospital
• Off-site parking and landscape variance for 999 N. Garfield Street

Lombard Historic Preservation Commission

The meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Village Hall has been cancelled.

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider several public hearing items including land use variances and conditional uses. The agenda also includes a final plat review for the Hoffmann-Lombard Subdivision.

• 999 N. Garfield and 1051 N. Garfield Street: off-site parking and landscaping variance request
• 717 E. Butterfield Road: Chick-fil-A drive-through modification and canopy deviation
• 730 E. St. Charles Road: conditional use for a massage establishment
• 600-690 E. Butterfield Road: Final Plat for Lot 7 of the Hoffmann-Lombard Subdivision

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet for a special meeting to review the initial Fire Lieutenant Eligibility List. The agenda also includes an executive session regarding specific employee appointments, compensation, or discipline.

• Approval of the initial Fire Lieutenant Eligibility List
• Executive session regarding employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, or performance

Public Works & Environmental Concerns

The Committee will discuss guidance for a new five-year solid waste contract with Waste Management. Members will also review multiple change orders related to concrete rehabilitation, debris hauling, lift station improvements, and sewer connections.

• Discussion of 2024-2029 Solid Waste Contract renewal
• $27,750.00 increase for G & M Cement Construction, Inc. (Concrete Rehabilitation Program)
• $17,265.50 increase for Nagel Trucking & Materials, Inc. (Snow and Debris Hauling)
• Contract extension for Omega Electric at Highlands of Lombard Lift Station
• $11,500.00 increase for John Neri Construction Company (22nd Street Junction Chamber)

Economic & Community Development Committee

The Economic & Community Development Committee will consider two applications for the Downtown Improvement and Renovation Grant Program. These include a request for an awning at Fringe Boutique and funding for utility relocation at Lombard Veterinary Hospital. The committee will also receive a status update on economic incentive agreements.

• Grant application for Fringe Boutique (106 W. St. Charles Road) for new awning fabric
• Grant application for Lombard Veterinary Hospital (244 E St Charles Road) for Com Ed line relocation
• Status update on Fall 2023 Economic Incentive Agreements

Community Relations Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Community Relations Committee on October 9, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 13, 2023.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will meet to review committee reports and approve various financial items. The agenda includes the approval of payroll and accounts payable for specific periods ending in September.

• Approval of Accounts Payable for period ending September 22, 2023: $908,420.31
• Approval of Village Payroll for period ending September 23, 2023: $933,601.12
• Approval of Accounts Payable for period ending September 29, 2023: $1,810,235.94

Community Promotion & Tourism

The scheduled meeting for the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee on October 3, 2023, has been cancelled. The next committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Downtown TIF District Joint Review Board Meeting

The board will review the 2022 Annual TIF Report. Discussion items include development activity within the TIF district and the ending of the Downtown TIF District.

• Approval of November 2, 2022 minutes
• Review of 2022 Annual TIF Report
• Discussion of Development Activity within TIF District
• Discussion of Downtown TIF District Ending

Lombard Butterfield-Yorktown Tax Increment Financing District Joint Review Board Meeting

The Joint Review Board will review the 2022 Annual TIF Report. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding development activity within the TIF district.

• Approval of November 2, 2022 minutes
• Review of 2022 Annual TIF Report
• Discussion of development activity within the TIF district

St. Charles Road TIF 1 -West District Joint Review Board Meeting

The Joint Review Board will address the 2022 Annual TIF Report under new business. The board is also scheduled to approve minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting.

• 2022 Annual TIF Report
• Approval of November 2, 2022 meeting minutes

St. Charles Road TIF 2 - East District Joint Review Board Meeting

The Joint Review Board will meet to discuss the St. Charles Road TIF 2 - East District. The agenda includes a request to approve the minutes from November 2, 2022, and a review of the 2022 Annual TIF Report.

• Approval of November 2, 2022 minutes
• Review of 2022 Annual TIF Report

Finance & Administration Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Finance & Administration Committee has been cancelled.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will discuss entry level firefighter/paramedic exams and police department merit, efficiency, and promotional testing. The meeting includes an executive session regarding employee appointments, compensation, or discipline.

• Entry level firefighter/paramedic exam
• Police Department Merit and Efficiency Rating/Sgt. & Lt. Promotional Testing

Special Meeting Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review several financial overviews during this special meeting. Discussions include the General Fund, various department budgets, and the 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Program.

• General Fund Revenue & Expenditure Overview
• Department Budget Presentations (Legislative, Executive, Police, Finance, Community Development, Fire, and Public Works)
• FY 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Program Overview
• Water & Sewer Operations & Maintenance Fund Overview

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will consider rezoning 2001 S Highland Avenue from a commercial to a residential district. The agenda includes reviewing downtown renovation grants and several infrastructure contracts. Additionally, the board will review a feasibility report for a joint public safety facility.

• Rezoning 2001 S Highland Avenue from Community Commercial to R5 General Residence
• Purchase of a new single axle dump truck with snow plow and salt spreader for $274,992.92
• Downtown renovation grants for 10-12 S. Park Avenue totaling up to $68,100
• Contract award for 22nd Street Manhole Improvements in the amount of $258,700.00
• Review of a feasibility analysis report for a joint public safety facility

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission meeting scheduled for September 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2023.

Public Works & Environmental Concerns

The Public Works & Environmental Concerns Committee is reviewing several contract change orders for village infrastructure projects. These include cost adjustments for North Grace Street utility improvements and sewer pipe inspections. The meeting also includes a discussion on vehicle procurement difficulties.

• $58,442.50 increase for North Grace Street Utility Improvements
• $29,224.13 increase for sewer pipe inspection from Maple Street to Madison Street
• 99-day time extension request for North Avenue Pressure Adjusting Station rehab
• $7,250.56 decrease for the Manhole Rehabilitation Program contract
• Memo regarding difficulties with vehicle and equipment procurement

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will review the proposed 2024 budget and the 2023 property tax levy. The meeting also includes a review of emergency medical service charges and a financial report.

• Review and recommendation of 2024 Proposed Budget
• Review and recommendation of 2023 Property Tax Levy
• Review and recommendation regarding Emergency Medical Service Charges
• Review of Financial Report

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee meeting scheduled for September 11, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 9, 2023.

Economic & Community Development Committee

The committee will consider recommendations to the Village Board regarding several grant and loan requests. These items involve facade improvements, accessibility upgrades, and tenant build-outs for properties on S. Park Avenue and W. St. Charles Road.

• Grant of up to $50,000 for facade reconstruction at 10-12 S. Park Avenue
• Grant of $18,100 for exterior accessibility improvements at 10-12 S. Park Avenue
• Grant of up to $50,000 for facade modifications at 2-8 W. St. Charles Road
• Forgivable loan of up to $100,000 for Grove Tavern Restaurant at 6 W. St. Charles Road
• Retail business grant of up to $20,000 for tenant build out at 6 W. St. Charles Road

The Economic & Community Development Committee unanimously recommended two sets of grant requests to the Village Board. These include funding for façade and accessibility improvements at 10-12 S. Park Avenue and a multi-grant package for the Grove Tavern Restaurant.

• Recommended approval of $50,000 façade grant and $18,100 accessibility grant for 10-12 S. Park Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of $50,000 façade grant, $20,000 retail business grant, and $100,000 forgivable loan for Grove Tavern Restaurant (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the June 26, 2023 Special meeting (7-0)

Village Board of Trustees

The Board approved several payroll and accounts payable payments totaling over $6.4 million. They also authorized contracts for sewer projects and pavement markings, and passed ordinances to dispose of surplus fire equipment and remove obsolete COVID-19 code provisions.

• Approved payroll and accounts payable totaling $6,495,543.98
• Approved $70,600 contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for Highland Avenue Sewer Separation Project (R 43-23)
• Approved $29,224.13 change order for InfoSense, Inc. for sanitary sewer pipe inspection (R 44-23)
• Approved $23,207.10 contract with Superior Road Striping, Inc. for pavement markings
• Approved Ordinance 8186 to sell or dispose of surplus Fire Department carbon monoxide meters
• Approved Ordinance 8187 deleting obsolete COVID-19 provisions from Village Code
• Approved Ordinance 8188 for a Plat of Abrogation of a Public Utility Easement at 1105 Highridge Road (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance for Noon Whistle Brewing special event beer sales on Sept 30, 2023 (5-0, 1 abstention)

Public Safety & Transportation Committee

The committee will review a phase one feasibility study and space needs assessment for a joint public safety facility expansion project. The meeting also includes Fire Department and Police Department reports from June and July 2023.

• Public Safety Building Assessment Program: Phase one feasibility study and space needs assessment

The committee reviewed a feasibility study for a joint police and fire facility to address space needs and fire response time gaps. The proposal includes modernizing evidence storage and locker rooms, with estimated costs around $50 million for demolition and construction.

• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended joint public safety facility expansion request to the Board of Trustees for approval (unanimous)

Community Promotion & Tourism

The Community Promotion & Tourism committee will review the 2024 Local Tourism Grant Program and the 2024 Hotel/Motel Budget. The meeting also includes an update on activities from the Lombard Historical Society.

• Review of the 2024 Local Tourism Grant Program
• Review of the 2024 Hotel/Motel Budget
• Update on Lombard Historical Society activities
• Approval of June 6, 2023 meeting minutes

The Committee approved the 2024 Local Tourism Grant Program, requiring applicants to be Illinois-registered nonprofits in existence for two years. The 2024 Hotel/Motel Budget was also approved. The meeting included updates from the Lombard Historical Society and the DuPage Convention and Visitors' Bureau.

• Approved minutes of the June 6, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Local Grant Tourism Program (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Hotel/Motel Budget (unanimous)

Finance & Administration Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Finance & Administration Committee on August 28, 2023, has been cancelled.

The meeting scheduled for August 28, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request to reduce the required interior side yard setback from six feet to 3.5 feet for an addition at 525 S. Edson Avenue. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from May 31, 2023.

• Side yard setback variation at 525 S. Edson Avenue
• Approval of May 31, 2023 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended approval of a variance to reduce the interior side yard setback from 6 feet to 3.5 feet for a garage addition. The board also approved the minutes from the May 31, 2023 meeting.

• Recommended approval of variance for garage expansion at 525 S. Edson Avenue (4-0)
• Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission is reviewing a request to rezone 2001 S Highland Avenue to the R5 General Residence District. A public hearing regarding off-site parking at 999 N. Garfield Street was continued to the September 18, 2023 meeting.

• Rezoning of 2001 S Highland Avenue to R5 General Residence District
• Comprehensive Plan amendment for 2001 S Highland Avenue to High Density Residential
• Variances for density, open space, and parking at 2001 S Highland Avenue
• Continuation of IMG Trucking, Inc. off-site parking request to September 18, 2023

The Plan Commission voted to continue a request for off-site trucking parking to September 18, 2023. The commission also held a public hearing regarding the conversion of a hotel at 2001 S Highland Avenue into apartments, reviewing an amended site plan that eliminated a previously requested parking variance.

• Voted 6-0 to continue PC 23-17 (IMG Trucking INC off-site parking) to September 18, 2023

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will consider several ordinances, including a request for an indoor amusement venue and updates to alcohol consumption rules for upcoming summer events. The agenda also includes reviews of street improvement change orders and new service agreements.

• Conditional use request for Game Show Battle Rooms at 2820 S. Highland Avenue
• $194,143.55 increase for North Grace Street underground improvements
• $285,697.36 contract award for a tandem axle dump truck
• Three-year agreement with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police regarding sergeant wages
• $96,228 agreement for ThinkGard cyber security services

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including several payroll and accounts payable payments, a new police sergeant wage agreement, and a vehicle replacement. The board also approved a conditional use for an indoor amusement establishment and updated the DuPage County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan.

• Approved payroll and accounts payable totaling $8,157,544.98 across six items
• Approved conditional use for Game Show Battle Rooms at 2820 S. Highland Avenue (Ordinance 8183)
• Approved alcohol sale and consumption for Cruise Nights on August 26, 2023 (Ordinance 8184)
• Decreased Class 'Z' liquor license category by one following surrender by Rock Bottom Group, LLC (Ordinance 8185)
• Approved $194,143.55 change order for North Grace Street underground improvements
• Adopted the amended DuPage County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan
• Approved $285,697.36 contract for a tandem axle dump truck from JX Peterbilt and Monroe Equipment
• Approved three-year wage agreement with Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council (2024-2026)

Economic & Community Development Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Economic & Community Development Committee on August 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular scheduled meeting is September 11, 2023.

The meeting scheduled for August 14, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions were made.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

This special meeting includes an executive session to extend a final job offer to a police officer candidate. The board may also discuss employee appointments, compensation, or disciplinary matters in executive session.

• Final employment offer for a police officer candidate
• Executive session regarding employee appointments and discipline

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting to address a personnel matter. The board voted to extend a final offer of employment to one police candidate.

• Extended final offer of employment to police candidate Daniel Spevak

Community Relations Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding the 2023 Senior Fair and the Senior of the Year nomination process. Members will also review a proposal to conduct the National Citizens Survey in Lombard.

• Update on 2023 Senior Fair at Madison Meadow Athletic Center
• Update on Senior of the Year nomination process and timeline
• Review of proposal for the National Citizens Survey

The Community Relations Committee approved the minutes from March 13, 2023. Members reviewed a proposal for the National Citizens Survey and recommended it for Board of Trustees approval, excluding Spanish translation and remote presentation add-ons. Staff provided updates on the 2023 Senior Fair and Senior of the Year nominations.

• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended National Citizens Survey for Board of Trustees approval
• Rejected Spanish translation add-on for National Citizens Survey
• Rejected $3,000 remote presentation add-on for National Citizens Survey

Public Works & Environmental Concerns

The committee will discuss renewing the solid waste contract with Waste Management and review the second draft of the FY2024-FY2033 Capital Improvement Program. Additionally, a change order for North Grace Street underground improvements is on the agenda.

• Solid waste contract renewal (2024-2029) with Waste Management
• Second draft of the FY2024-FY2033 Capital Improvement Program
• $194,143.55 change order for North Grace Street underground improvements

Village Board of Trustees

The scheduled meeting for the Village Board of Trustees has been cancelled. No legislative or administrative actions are scheduled for this date.

The meeting scheduled for August 3, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to extend a conditional offer of employment to a police officer candidate. The meeting includes an executive session regarding employee appointments, compensation, or discipline.

• Conditional offer of employment for a police officer candidate

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting to address a personnel matter. The board approved a conditional offer of employment for one police candidate.

• Approved conditional offer of employment to police candidate Daniel Spevak

Board of Building Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Board of Building Appeals on August 2, 2023, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2023.

The meeting scheduled for August 2, 2023, was cancelled. No actions were taken.

Public Safety & Transportation Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Public Safety & Transportation Committee on August 2, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for September 6, 2023.

Community Promotion & Tourism

The scheduled meeting for the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee on August 1, 2023, has been cancelled. The next committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 5, 2023.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Zoning Board of Appeals on July 26, 2023, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 23, 2023.

Finance & Administration Committee

The committee will review the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the June monthly financial report. The meeting includes a call to order, approval of previous minutes, and public participation.

• Review of 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Review of June Monthly Report

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will review several ordinances including building code amendments and tree regulations. The agenda also includes various property variances, vehicle purchases, and engineering contracts for local road and path improvements.

• Building code amendments regarding residential sprinklers and gutter requirements
• Signage variation for 1005 N. Rohlwing Road
• Building additions at 530 E. North Ave.
• Purchase of a John Deere Front-End Loader for $209,269.70
• Design engineering contract for Finley Road shared-use path for $487,118.05

The Board passed several ordinances via consent agenda, including updates to the building and tree codes. They approved zoning variances for signage at 1005 N. Rohlwing Road and building additions at 530 E. North Ave. The Board also authorized the purchase of a new John Deere front-end loader.

• Approved building code amendments regarding sprinklers, gutters, and plan submittals (Ordinance 8171)
• Approved amendments to tree and shrub ordinances to allow carbon crediting program enrollment (Ordinance 8172)
• Approved signage variance for two freestanding signs at 1005 N. Rohlwing Road (Ordinance 8173)
• Approved setback variances for building additions at 530 E. North Ave. (Ordinance 8174)
• Approved text amendments to attached garage maximum width provisions (Ordinance 8175)
• Approved disposal of surplus Police and Community Development equipment (Ordinance 8176)
• Ratified Class J liquor license for temporary event at The Carlisle (Ordinance 8177)
• Approved $127,268.70 purchase of John Deere front-end loader after $85,000 trade-in (Ordinance 8178)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel matters. This includes the promotion of a Firefighter/Paramedic to Fire Lieutenant. The Board also plans to extend final employment offers to police officer candidates.

• Promotion of a Firefighter/Paramedic to Fire Lieutenant
• Extending final employment offers to police officer candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the promotion of one firefighter to lieutenant and extended employment offers to three police candidates. The board also approved several invoices for candidate evaluations and legal services.

• Approved promotion of Firefighter Christopher Wilmot to Fire Lieutenant
• Approved final employment offers to police candidates Dominik Wojs, Jack Zumpano, and Tomasz Brodzik
• Approved $450.00 payment to Stanard & Associates for police candidate evaluation
• Approved $1,350.00 payment to Stanard & Associates for firefighter candidate evaluations
• Approved $900.00 payment to COPS and FIRE Personnel Testing for police candidate evaluations
• Approved $180.00 payment to Conrad Polygraph for police candidate examination
• Approved $1,127.00 payment to Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins for rules revision and fire promotion review
• Approved minutes from May 25, June 1, and June 22, 2023 meetings

Lombard Historic Preservation Commission

The July 18, 2023, meeting of the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled. The next regular scheduled meeting is October 17, 2023.

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will conduct public hearings on conditional use requests for a metal plating business and an amusement establishment. The commission is also continuing its review of rezoning and density variance requests for the Sonesta Suites project.

• Withdrawal request for metal plating business at 10 W. North Avenue
• Conditional use request for Game Show Battle Rooms at 2820 S. Highland Avenue
• Rezoning and density variance requests for 2001 S Highland Avenue

The Plan Commission recommended that the Village Board approve a conditional use permit for an indoor amusement establishment. A request for a metal plating business was withdrawn. A public hearing continued for a proposal to convert a hotel into apartments.

• Recommended approval of Game Show Battle Rooms conditional use (6-0)
• Approved withdrawal of metal plating business request at 10 W. North Avenue (6-0)
• Continued public hearing for Sonesta Suites conversion at 2001 S Highland Avenue

Public Works & Environmental Concerns

The committee will discuss the first draft of the FY2024-FY2033 Capital Improvement Program. Other agenda items consist of standard procedural matters such as approval of minutes and public participation.

• First Draft: FY2024-FY2033 Capital Improvement Program

Economic & Community Development Committee

The meeting scheduled for July 10, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions were made.

Community Relations Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Community Relations Committee on July 10, 2023, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 14, 2023.

• No items scheduled due to cancellation

Village Board of Trustees

The meeting scheduled for July 6, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions were made.

Foreign Fire Tax Board

The Foreign Fire Tax Board will review several items regarding fire department equipment and software. Discussions include a forcible door simulator, Microsoft Office software, and water bottles. The board will also address Flow MSP.

• Forcible Door Simulator
• Microsoft Office Software
• Water Bottles
• Flow MSP
• Approval of June 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved the purchase of a Flow MSP subscription and a Microsoft Office annual subscription. Discussion regarding a Forcible Door Simulator was moved to the next meeting.

• Approved Microsoft Office annual subscription not to exceed $150.00 (6-0)
• Approved Flow MSP subscription for the remainder of 2023 not to exceed $2,700 (6-0)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Tabled Forcible Door Simulator discussion to next meeting

Economic & Community Development Committee

The Economic & Community Development Committee recommended approval of a performance-based Economic Incentive Agreement with Lombard Development Manager LLC. The project involves razing the former Carson’s store to build two multi-family residential buildings and a commercial courtyard. The recommendation will be sent to the Village Board for consideration on July 20, 2023.

• Recommended approval of Yorktown Reserve Economic Incentive Agreement (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the June 12, 2023 meeting (7-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will consider extending final employment offers to firefighter/paramedic candidates. The agenda also includes standard procedural items and an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Final employment offers for firefighter/paramedic candidates
• Executive session regarding employee appointment, compensation, or discipline

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met for a special meeting and approved employment offers for three candidates. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved final offers of employment to firefighter/paramedic candidates Ryan Briones, Patrick Schlueter, and Nicolas Nichols

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider several public hearing requests regarding land use, signage, and building variances. These include a rezoning and density request for 2001 S Highland Avenue and building addition setbacks for 530 E. North Ave. The commission will also review proposed text amendments to the Village Code regarding attached garage widths.

• Rezoning and density variances for Sonesta Suites at 2001 S Highland Avenue
• Building addition setback variances for Shahi Banquets at 530 E. North Ave.
• Signage variance for Lilac Station LLC at 109 S Main Street
• Off-site parking conditional use request for 999 N. Garfield and 1051 N. Garfield Street
• Text amendments to Village Code regarding maximum attached garage widths

The Plan Commission recommended that the Village Board approve sign variances for properties on S. Main Street and N. Rohlwing Road. A request for off-site parking at 999 N. Garfield Street was presented but not decided in the provided text.

• Recommended approval of sign variance for 109 S. Main Street to allow up to 150 square feet of wall signage (7-0)
• Recommended approval of variation for 1005 N. Rohlwing Road to allow two freestanding signs instead of one (7-0)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will review several items including municipal code amendments, contract awards for public works, and local tourism grants. The meeting also includes a request for the re-appointment of members to multiple village committees and commissions.

• Purchase of six public works vehicles from Haggerty Ford for $255,525.00
• Five-year agreement with Flock Safety, Inc. for license plate readers totaling $187,500.00
• Resolution for 22nd Street Shared-Use Path Improvements matching $240,000.00
• Contract for FY2023 Surface Treatment Program with Austin-Tyler, Inc. for $145,898.92
• Grant request for Lombard Beer Fest in the amount of $15,000.00

The Board of Trustees approved several ordinances via consent agenda, including new rules for mailbox cluster box units and a $0.00 permit fee for residential accessible ramps. The board also authorized the purchase of six replacement vehicles from Haggerty Ford and approved multiple payroll and accounts payable payments.

• Approved $255,525 contract with Haggerty Ford for six public works vehicles
• Approved $0.00 permit fee for residential accessible ramps (Ordinance 8165)
• Approved ordinances establishing rules for Mailbox Cluster Box Units (Ordinance 8161 and 8162)
• Approved conditional use for outside service area at 820 Parkview Blvd (Ordinance 8163)
• Approved text amendments for dictionary references, ramps, and steps (Ordinance 8164)
• Approved liquor license transfer for Hyatt Place Chicago, Lombard, Oak Brook (Ordinance 8166)
• Approved accounts payable and payroll totaling $4,022,224.57 across six items
• Approved minutes from April 13, 2023 and May 18, 2023 meetings (6-0)

Foreign Fire Tax Board

The board will review the minutes from the April 4, 2023 meeting. New business items include a proposed computer purchase and revisiting the purchase of a new door prop for Station 44. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding custom water bottles.

• Approval of April 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Computer purchase proposal
• Revisit purchase of new door prop for Station 44
• Custom water bottles

The Foreign Fire Tax Board approved the purchase of new technology and equipment for fire stations 44 and 45. The board also approved the minutes from the April 4, 2023 meeting.

• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved purchase of four Apple computers for FS45 and FS44, not to exceed $8,000 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of water bottles for existing members and new hires, not to exceed $3,000 (7-0)

Public Works & Environmental Concerns

The committee will discuss the 2024-2029 solid waste contract renewal with Waste Management. Staff also recommended revisions to the Village Board Tree Ordinance.

• Solid waste contract renewal for 2024-2029
• Proposed changes to the Village Code Tree Ordinance
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) updates

Economic & Community Development Committee

The Economic & Community Development Committee approved a Downtown Improvement and Renovation Grant for a new business at 126 W. St. Charles Road. The committee also received an update regarding zoning entitlements for Yorktown Reserve.

• Approved $4,553.50 Downtown Improvement and Renovation Grant for Bones & Blossom Tattoo Studio (5-0)
• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee will review submissions for the "Hidden Gems of Lombard" photo contest and vote on winning photographs. The committee will also discuss a proposal to conduct the National Citizens Survey in Lombard and receive updates on upcoming summer community events.

• Vote on "Hidden Gems of Lombard" photo contest winners
• Discussion of National Citizens Survey proposal
• Update on Fourth of July, Cruise Nights, and Summer Concerts
• Update on DCVB's Lombard Bicycle Classic

Community Promotion & Tourism

The committee will review grant applications for the Lombard Beer Fest and hotel facility improvements. This includes a request from the Lombard Junior Women's Club for $15,000 plus village services. The group will also discuss a potential grant for Sonesta ES Suites.

• $15,000 grant request from Lombard Junior Women's Club for Lombard Beer Fest
• $79,895 grant request from The Westin Chicago Lombard for capital improvements
• Discussion of $23,009.76 grant request for Sonesta ES Suites Chicago-Lombard

The Community Promotion & Tourism Committee recommended two grants for board approval. One grant supports the Lombard Beer Fest, and the other provides reimbursement for capital improvements at The Westin Chicago Lombard.

• Approved recommendation for $15,000 grant and Village services for Lombard Beer Fest (Approved by all except Joe Orsolini)
• Approved recommendation for $79,895 grant reimbursement to The Westin Chicago Lombard (Approved by all)
• Approved minutes of the February 7, 2023 meeting

Village Board of Trustees

The scheduled meeting for the Village Board of Trustees on June 1, 2023, was cancelled. No specific items were listed for discussion or action due to the cancellation.

The meeting scheduled for June 1, 2023, was cancelled. No decisions were made and no actions were taken.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners decided on the employment status of five firefighter/paramedic candidates. Four candidates received conditional offers of employment, and one candidate was denied employment.

• Approved conditional offers of employment to Ryan Briones, Steven Shaulis, Patrick Schlueter and Nicolas Nichols
• Approved sending a denial letter of employment to Alec Volante

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for the property at 222 N Craig Place. The petitioner is seeking to reduce the required lot area for open space from 50% to 40.2% and allow a detached garage setback of three feet instead of six feet.

• Variance request for 222 N Craig Place regarding open space and garage setbacks
• Approval of March 22, 2023 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended that the Village Board deny a request for two variances to allow a larger detached garage. The request sought to reduce required open space to 40.2% and decrease the rear property line setback to three feet.

• Recommended denial of variances for open space and rear yard setback at 222 N Craig Place (4-2)
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will consider revisions to the Board of Fire and Police Rules and Regulations. The meeting also includes discussions regarding background investigations and conditional employment offers for police candidates.

• Revisions to Board of Fire and Police Rules and Regulations
• Background investigations for police candidates
• Conditional employment offers for police candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved conditional employment offers for three police candidates and issued denial letters to nine others. The board also approved deletions to specific sections of its Rules and Regulations.

• Approved deletion changes to Rules and Regulations, Article XIV, Sections 14.1 through 14.14
• Approved conditional offers of employment to police candidates Tomasz Brodzik, Dominik Wojs and Jack Zumpano
• Approved denial letters of employment to police candidates Garrett Stern, Joshua Spalding, Adrian Martinez (0733), Enrique Garza, Joshua Garcia, Marcos Collazo, Efrain Arzola, Nyome Zavala and Adrian Martinez (1074)
• Approved minutes from meetings on March 22, April 5, April 14, April 25, and May 15, 2023

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will review the March monthly financial report and consider a contract extension for auditing services. The committee will also approve minutes from the April 3, 2023 meeting.

• Auditing Services Contract Extension (230191)
• Approval of April 3, 2023 minutes
• Review of March monthly financial report

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees is reviewing several ordinances regarding alcohol sales for community events and the disposal of surplus equipment. The agenda also includes major resolutions for motor fuel tax fund appropriations and various infrastructure contracts.

• Redevelopment of former Carson’s anchor store at Yorktown Reserve
• Appropriation of $2,364,450.00 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for FY2023 maintenance
• Appropriation of $2,788,500.00 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for FY2022 maintenance
• Asphalt Resurfacing Program contract with Brothers Asphalt Paving, Inc. for $1,227,832.37
• Alcoholic beverage ordinances for Lombard Brew Fest and Summer Concert Series

The Board approved several ordinances via a consent agenda, including alcohol sale permissions for the Lombard Brew Fest and Cruise Nights/Summer Concerts series. The Board also authorized the sale or disposal of surplus equipment from the Police and Public Works departments.

• Approved $480,315.64 in accounts payable (ending May 5, 2023)
• Approved $966,188.95 in village payroll (ending May 6, 2023)
• Approved $1,196,763.51 in accounts payable (ending May 12, 2023)
• Approved Ordinance 8154 for alcohol sale/consumption at Lombard Brew Fest on July 22, 2023
• Approved Ordinance 8155 to sell or dispose of surplus Police and Public Works equipment
• Approved Ordinance 8156 for alcohol sale/consumption during Cruise Nights and Summer Concerts
• Approved Ordinance 8157 to decrease Class 'H' liquor licenses by one following CVS/Pharmacy closure
• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission voted to recommend that the Village Board approve a conditional use for an outdoor therapy play area and an expansion of a gas station. The commission also reviewed proposed text amendments to the Village Code regarding dictionary references, garages, and access ramps.

• Recommended approval of outdoor play area for Action Behavior Centers at 820 Parkview Blvd (6-0)
• Recommended approval of gas station/convenience store expansion at 938 E. St. Charles Road (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the promotion of two police officers. The board also approved several payments for legal services and candidate testing.

• Promoted Daniel Herrera to Police Sergeant
• Promoted Sherie Eakins to Police Lieutenant
• Approved $713.00 payment to Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins
• Approved $7,039.50 payment to Elmhurst Occupational Health
• Approved $450.00 payment to Stanard & Associates
• Approved $3,350.00 payment to C.O.P.S. and F.I.R.E. Personnel Testing
• Approved $2,775.00 payment to Conrad Polygraph for police candidate exams
• Approved $900.00 payment to Conrad Polygraph for firefighter/paramedic candidate exams

Economic & Community Development Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Economic & Community Development Committee on May 8, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2023.

The May 8, 2023 meeting of the Lombard Economic & Community Development Committee was cancelled. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2023.

Community Relations Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Community Relations Committee on May 8, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 12, 2023.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will consider several ordinances including a new ALS ambulance purchase and zoning changes for the Summit at Yorktown. The meeting also includes resolutions regarding historical museum use, tree planting, and July 4th fireworks displays.

• Purchase of a new Horton ALS Ambulance from Foster Coach for $336,931.00
• Concrete rehabilitation contract awarded to G&M Cement Construction for $793,421.10
• Tree planting contract with Suburban Tree Consortium up to $147,000.00
• Purchase of an emergency generator from Cummins Corporation for $115,625.00
• Redevelopment proposal for Yorktown Reserve involving multi-family residential use

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including a $793,421.10 concrete rehabilitation contract, a $336,931 ambulance purchase, and a $147,000 tree planting contract. A zoning variation request for 327 S. Lombard Avenue was continued to June 15, 2023 at the petitioner's request. The board also adopted resolutions for a fireworks display agreement and participation in the Suburban Tree Consortium.

• Approved $793,421.10 concrete rehabilitation contract to G&M Cement Construction (6-0 on consent agenda)
• Approved $336,931 purchase of a Horton ambulance from Foster Coach via Suburban Purchasing Cooperative (6-0 on consent agenda)
• Approved $147,000 tree planting contract with Suburban Tree Consortium (6-0 on consent agenda)
• Approved $115,625 emergency generator purchase from Cummins Corporation (6-0 on consent agenda)
• Adopted resolution for fireworks display agreement with Lombard Park District for July 4, 2023 (6-0 on consent agenda)
• Adopted resolution for fireworks production agreement with Mad Bomber Fireworks Productions (6-0 on consent agenda)
• Continued ZBA 23-01 zoning variation for 327 S. Lombard Avenue to June 15, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of April 20, 2023 meeting (5-0-1, Militello abstained)

Public Safety & Transportation Committee

The committee will discuss a traffic study for Westmore & Washington and review special event permit policies. The meeting also includes information regarding the 2022 Fire Department Annual Report and recent department reports.

• Traffic Study - Westmore & Washington
• Special Event Permit/Policy Discussion
• 2022 Lombard Fire Department Annual Report
• Fire Department Reports (January, February, and March 2023)
• Police Department Reports

The committee discussed a traffic study for the Westmore & Washington intersection, noting that left-turn movements caused 40% of crashes. No decisions were made; the item was discussed for potential inclusion in the 2024-2033 Capital Improvement Program. The committee also discussed revising special event permit rules after a disturbance at a carnival, but took no formal action.

• Minutes from February 1 and May 3 meetings tabled to next meeting
• Motion to adjourn at 8:13 PM carried unanimously

Board of Building Appeals

The Board of Building Appeals will consider several text amendments to the Village Building Code. These include new developer obligations for mailbox installations and a $0.00 fee for certain residential accessible ramp permits.

• Requirement for developers to install Cluster Mailbox Units before receiving a Certificate of Occupancy
• Proposed amendments to multiple sections of Title 15, Chapter 150 of the Building Code
• Establishment of a $0.00 fee for residential accessible ramp permits

The Board of Building Appeals approved three ordinance amendments: requiring developers to install cluster mailbox units (CBUs) before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued, updating various building code sections (including sprinkler thresholds, driveway requirements, and plan submission rules), and setting a $0 fee for residential accessible ramp permits. All three motions passed 3-0 with two members absent.

• Approved text amendment requiring developer-installed CBUs before Certificate of Occupancy (3-0)
• Approved building code amendments including sprinkler threshold, driveway requirement, and plan submission changes (3-0)
• Approved $0 fee for residential accessible ramp permits (3-0)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Community Promotion & Tourism

The Community Promotion & Tourism Committee meeting scheduled for May 2, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 6, 2023.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to extend final employment offers to police officer candidates. The agenda also includes an executive session regarding the appointment, compensation, or discipline of specific employees.

• Extending final employment offers to police officer candidates
• Executive session regarding employee appointments, compensation, or discipline
• Hearing testimony on complaints against public body employees or legal counsel

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met for a special session to review employment candidates. The board voted to extend final offers of employment to seven individuals for the police department.

• Approved final employment offers to Nico Diaz, Martin Hopman, Desire Jimenez, Diana Jimenez, Andrei Dublea, Bright Osazuwa, and Justin Nguyen

Finance & Administration Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Finance & Administration Committee on April 24, 2023, was cancelled.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will review several zoning amendments and contract awards. Key items include a large-scale fleet services renovation project and emergency storm sewer repairs. The board will also consider fund allocations for roadway improvements.

• $5,859,300 contract award to RoMAAS, Inc. for Fleet Services expansion and renovations
• $1,200,000 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for the 2023 Asphalt Patching and Paving project
• Up to $88,200 contract for emergency storm sewer repair at Hickory/Finley
• $22,190 Downtown Improvement and Renovation Grant for 10 W. St. Charles Road
• Zoning variation for setback reduction at 302 W. St. Charles Road

The Board approved several zoning variations and conditional uses, including for a massage establishment and vehicle storage. It also authorized $1.2M in Motor Fuel Tax Funds for roadway improvements and approved various grants and intergovernmental agreements.

• Approved $1.2M from MFT Rebuild Illinois Bond Funds for 2023 Asphalt Patching and Paving
• Approved $21,656.58 change order for Manhole Rehabilitation Program (R 15-23)
• Approved grant up to $22,190 for exterior improvements at 10 W. St. Charles Road
• Approved corner side yard setback reduction to 8.4 feet at 302 W. St. Charles Road
• Approved conditional use for outdoor display and sales at Ace Hardware (837 S. Westmore Meyers Road)
• Approved conditional use for motor vehicle storage at 901 N Ridge Avenue Unit 5
• Approved conditional use for a massage establishment at 1300 S. Main Street Units G and H
• Approved sale or disposal of surplus Police, Fire, and Public Works equipment

Lombard Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission recommended a resolution to the Board of Trustees to amend the Historical Museum Use Agreement for 23 W. Maple Street. The updates include provisions for hosting private events at the Victorian Cottage and using the Carriage House for society business. The Commission also approved the January 17, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Recommended amendment to Historical Museum Use Agreement for 23 W. Maple Street to Board of Trustees (8-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a request from D.R. Horton, Inc. to allow project identification signs at a height of five feet two inches instead of the permitted four feet. The meeting also includes approval of the March 20, 2023, meeting minutes and a workshop for 2001 S. Highland Avenue.

• Signage height deviation request for Summit at Yorktown
• Approval of March 20, 2023, meeting minutes
• Workshop regarding 2001 S. Highland Avenue

The Plan Commission recommended that the Village Board approve a signage deviation for the Summit at Yorktown townhome development. The commission also held a workshop to discuss a proposal to convert the Sonesta Inn & Suites into an apartment complex.

• Recommended Village Board approval of two 5’2” project identification signs for Summit at Yorktown (6-0)
• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board approved payment for firefighter testing and issued employment decisions for several police candidates. The Board also determined they will select the interview questions for the Fire Lieutenant testing process.

• Approved $2,253.00 payment to IOS Solutions for firefighter entry-level testing
• Approved conditional employment offers to police candidates Martin Hopman, Andrei Dublea, Bright Osazuwa, and Justin Nguyen
• Approved denial letters of employment to police candidates Hyengi Lee, Kelvin Mendez, Evan Leonard, and Nathan Boyd

Special Meeting Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review updates regarding the Strategic Plan Document and 2023 construction projects. The meeting also includes an overview of legislative initiatives and updates on video gaming operations.

• Update on 2023 Construction Projects and CIP
• Recap/Update on Strategic Plan Document
• Overview of DMMC/IML Legislative Initiatives
• Update on Video Gaming Operations/Inquiries

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to receive updates on the Strategic Plan and 2023 construction projects. The Board reached a consensus to keep state legislative initiatives off future agendas and decided that staff will continue reviewing video gaming license applications on a case-by-case basis.

• Agreed to continue reviewing video gaming license applications on a case-by-case basis
• Reached consensus to keep state legislative initiatives off Board agendas

Economic & Community Development Committee

This request involves tenant buildout costs and sales tax reimbursement at Eastgate Shopping Center. The committee will also consider a Downtown Improvement and Renovation Grant application for 10 W. St. Charles Road. Additionally, the March 13, 2023 meeting minutes are up for approval.

• Economic incentive request for Prairie Food Co-op at 837 S. Westmore-Meyers Road
• Downtown Improvement & Renovation Grant application for The Home Companies at 10 W. St. Charles Road
• Approval of March 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Economic & Community Development Committee recommended a facade grant for The Home Companies and directed staff to draft an incentive agreement for Prairie Food Co-op. Both items require future Village Board approval.

• Recommended approval of $22,190 Downtown Improvement and Renovation Grant for The Home Companies (5-0)
• Voted to direct staff to prepare an incentive agreement for Prairie Food Co-op at Eastgate Shopping Center (5-0)
• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Village Board of Trustees

The Board approved the purchase of a new Pierce Enforcer Pumper fire truck and the acquisition of property at 25 West Maple Street. Trustees also passed several zoning variations and a 10-year cable franchise agreement with Comcast. New nuisance provisions regarding residential vehicle parking were finalized.

• Approved $920,000 purchase of 2024 Pierce Enforcer Pumper fire truck
• Approved purchase of 25 West Maple Street for $187,500
• Approved Letter of Intent for 44 parking spaces at 130 South Main Street for $175,000
• Approved 10-year cable franchise agreement with Comcast of Illinois
• Approved $28,888 IDOT agreement for Smart Corridors Project on Butterfield Road
• Approved $36,681.09 three-year agreement with Granicus for FOIA software
• Passed Ordinance 8141 amending residential vehicle parking and nuisance provisions
• Approved zoning variations for 302 W. St. Charles Road and 1161 S Finley Road

Public Safety & Transportation Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Public Safety & Transportation Committee on April 5, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 3, 2023.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to approve the Final Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List. The Board will also conduct an executive session regarding police candidates for conditional offers of employment and background investigations.

• Approval of the Final Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List
• Extension of conditional offers of employment to police candidates
• Approval of police candidates for background investigation

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the 2023 Final Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List and the 2023 Lombard Fire Department Final Eligibility List. The Board also issued conditional employment offers to four police candidates and denial letters to five others.

• Approved 2023 Final Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List
• Approved 2023 Lombard Fire Department Final Eligibility List
• Extended conditional offers of employment to police candidates Nico Diaz, Leonardo Gonzalez, Desire Jimenez and Diana Jimenez
• Sent denial letters of employment to police candidates Juan Garcia, Monica Daugherty, Eric Gurrister, Cristi Madam and Malcohm Frenzel

Community Promotion & Tourism

The scheduled meeting for the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee on April 4, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 2, 2023.

Foreign Fire Tax Board

The Foreign Fire Tax Board will meet to review previous minutes and discuss new business items. Discussion topics include equipment and amenities for Station 44.

• Apple TV for FS44 Gym
• Gear Bags
• Toy Parade Luncheon

The Foreign Fire Tax Board approved spending for new gear bags and a gym television. The board also adopted an IML Foreign Fire Insurance Board Resolution and allocated funds for the toy parade luncheon.

• Approved purchase of new gear bags not to exceed $7,500 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of new TV for FS44 gym not to exceed $200 (7-0)
• Approved allocating toy parade luncheon funds to match retiree luncheon funds (7-0)
• Adopted IML Foreign Fire Insurance Board Resolution (7-0)
• Approved January 31, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Finance & Administration Committee

The committee will review the February monthly financial report and consider a banking services contract extension. The meeting includes a discussion of the December 5, 2022, minutes.

• Banking Services Contract Extension (Item 230129)
• February Monthly Financial Report review

Finance & Administration Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Finance & Administration Committee has been cancelled.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request to reduce a corner side yard setback at 302 W. St. Charles Road from 20 feet to 8.4 feet. The board will also approve minutes from the February 22, 2023 meeting and conduct a training session.

• Setback variation for 302 W. St. Charles Road

The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended that the Village Board approve a variance to reduce the required corner side yard setback from 20 feet to 8.4 feet for a home addition. The board also approved the minutes from the August 24, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended approval of setback variance for 302 W. St. Charles Road (5-0)
• Approved August 24, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will consider police officer promotions and the approval of a final eligibility list. Additionally, the Board will review proposed changes to testing regulations for firefighter/paramedics.

• Approval of Final Police Officer Eligibility List
• Promotion of one Police Officer to Police Sergeant
• Promotion of one Police Sergeant to Police Lieutenant
• Changes to Rules and Regulations regarding Situation Based Styles Assessment testing for firefighter/paramedics

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the 2023 Final Police Officer Eligibility List and two police promotions. Additionally, the Board approved rule amendments regarding the assessment protocol for firefighter/paramedics.

• Approved 2023 Final Police Officer Eligibility List
• Promoted Police Officer Nicholas Barron to Police Sergeant
• Promoted Police Sergeant Gregory Sohr to Police Lieutenant
• Approved amendments to Rules and Regulations regarding Situation-Based Styles Assessment Protocol for firefighter/paramedics
• Approved payment of bills including Standard & Associates, Elmhurst Occupational Health, and Klein Thorpe and Jenkens
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2022, December 15, 2022, and March 10, 2023

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will conduct public hearings regarding several conditional use requests. These include outdoor product displays, vehicle storage, and a massage establishment. The Commission will also consider a text amendment regarding allowable fence types.

• Conditional use for outdoor display/sales at 837 S. Westmore Meyers Road (Ace Hardware)
• Conditional use for motor vehicle storage at 901 N Ridge Avenue Unit 5
• Conditional use for a massage establishment at 1300 S. Main Street Units G and H
• Text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding fence types in the B5 Central Business Zoning District

The Plan Commission voted to recommend that the Village Board approve a new outdoor garden center for Ace Hardware, a vehicle storage request, a massage establishment relocation, and a zoning text amendment regarding downtown fences. All recommendations passed with 4-0 votes.

• Recommended approval of outdoor display and sales for Ace Hardware at 837 S. Westmore Meyers Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for storage of up to three vehicles at 901 N Ridge Avenue Unit 5 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for a massage establishment at 1300 S. Main Street Units G and H (4-0)
• Recommended approval of text amendment to allow wood and PVC fences in the B5 Central Business Zoning District (4-0)
• Approved February 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees is considering several ordinances regarding liquor license classifications and residential parking rules. The meeting also includes multiple contract awards for utility improvements, sidewalk reconstruction, and water system supplies.

• Liquor license amendments for Olive Garden Holdings, LLC at 86 Yorktown Shopping Center
• Zoning variations for 1161 S Finley Road regarding lot width and setbacks
• Contract with John Neri Construction Company, Inc. for $2,721,816.15 for North Grace Street utility improvements
• Contract with R.W. Dunteman Company for $2,864,779.70 for downtown sidewalk improvements on St. Charles Rd
• Contract with Baxter & Woodman for up to $241,800.00 for North Grace Street engineering services

The Village Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including downtown sidewalk improvements and utility work on North Grace Street. The Board also passed ordinances regarding liquor licenses and a loan for the Glenbard Wastewater Authority.

• Approved $2,864,779.70 contract to R.W. Dunteman Company for downtown sidewalk reconstruction
• Approved $2,721,816.15 contract to John Neri Construction Company for North Grace Street utility improvements
• Approved $241,800.00 contract to Baxter & Woodman for Resident Engineering services
• Approved Ordinance 8136 creating a Class N-IV liquor license for Olive Garden
• Approved Ordinance 8137 removing a Class SS liquor license for Dyslexia Brewing
• Approved Ordinance 8138 supporting a loan to Glenbard Wastewater Authority for Primary Clarifier Improvements
• Approved $120,902.00 contract to Omega Electric for Highlands of Lombard Lift Station Improvements
• Tabled zoning variation for 327 S. Lombard Avenue until May 4, 2023

Public Works & Environmental Concerns

The Village of Lombard's Public Works & Environmental Concerns meeting scheduled for March 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is April 11, 2023.

Economic & Community Development Committee

The Economic & Community Development Committee approved a development project for the Yorktown Reserve, involving the redevelopment of the former Carson’s store and JCPenney parking lot. The project includes a multi-family residential development and common area improvements funded through TIF and Business District #2 sources.

• Approved Yorktown Reserve development project (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the January 25, 2023 meeting (5-0, 1 abstention)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved three eligibility lists for police officers and firefighter/paramedics. The Board also received a memorandum from the Village Manager authorizing the hiring of one police officer and the promotion of two officers.

• Approved Initial Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approved Final Police Officer Lateral List
• Approved Initial Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board approved a revised Residential Drainage Program that increases funding for property owners. The board also authorized several tourism grants and updated the Village Code regarding waste collection rates and sanitary sewer standards.

• Approved Residential Drainage Program policy increasing funding up to $15,000 (5-0)
• Approved $9,000 grant for Lombard Cycling Classic and $10,000 in Village Services (5-0)
• Approved $7,500 grant for Lilac Princess Program (5-0)
• Approved $3,000 grant for Jingle Bell Jubilee (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 grant for Lombard Garden Club lilac sale (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 8135 updating solid waste and recycling collection rates (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 8133 amending sanitary sewer system regulations (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 8134 to sell or dispose of surplus Police and Fire equipment (5-0)

Public Safety & Transportation Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Public Safety & Transportation Committee on March 1, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is April 5, 2023.

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee meeting scheduled for February 27, 2023, was cancelled. No business items were listed on the agenda.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding property variations at 327 S. Lombard Avenue and 1161 S. Finley Road. The board will also consider approving the meeting minutes from August 24, 2022.

• Variation for 45% open space at 327 S. Lombard Avenue
• Lot width and setback variations at 1161 S. Finley Road
• Floor area ratio and deck encroachment variations at 1161 S. Finley Road

The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended that the Village Board approve a five-variance request for a two-family dwelling on S Finley Road and a lot coverage variance for a patio on S Lombard Avenue. Both approvals are subject to specific conditions, including building permits and engineering reviews.

• Recommended approval of lot coverage variance for patio at 327 S. Lombard Avenue (4-3)
• Recommended approval of five variances for two-family dwelling at 1161 S Finley Road (6-1)
• Approved August 24, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission recommended that the Village Board approve a mixed-use redevelopment of the former Carson’s anchor store. The project includes two apartment buildings, a green plaza, and mall façade improvements. The commission also recommended a zoning amendment to increase detached garage height limits.

• Recommended approval of Yorktown Reserve redevelopment including 621 apartment units (7-0)
• Recommended approval of text amendments to increase detached garage height to 19 feet for hip and gable roofs (7-0)
• Appointed Leigh Giuliano as Acting Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including several public works contracts, tourism grants, and zoning time extensions. The Board also updated residency requirements for the Police and Fire Chiefs and prohibited right turns on red at two intersections.

• Approved $304,185.55 sidewalk and curb improvement contract with Globe Construction, Inc.
• Approved $191,000.00 traffic signal equipment maintenance contract with Meade Electric, Inc.
• Approved $18,000 plus Village services grant for the Lombard Lilac Parade
• Approved $4,500 grant for the Lilac Times Arts and Craft Fair
• Approved $4,000 plus Village services grant for the 2023 Farmers Market
• Prohibited right turn on red at Parkside and Main and Hickory and Main (Ordinance 8129)
• Required Police Chief, Fire Chief, and Deputy Fire Chief to reside within Village or 30 miles (Ordinance 8132)
• Approved conditional use for a day care center at 1280 S. Finley Road (Ordinance 8131)

Public Works & Environmental Concerns

The Public Works & Environmental Concerns Committee will consider updates to sanitary sewer regulations and the Residential Drainage Program policy. The meeting also includes a review of street resurfacing programs and a contract increase for snow and debris hauling.

• $16,506.29 contract increase for Nagel Trucking & Materials
• Ordinance amendment regarding sanitary sewer system regulations
• Revision to Residential Drainage Program policy
• FY2023 Asphalt Street Resurfacing and Concrete Roadway Programs

Community Relations Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Community Relations Committee on February 13, 2023, has been cancelled. The next committee meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 13th.

The meeting scheduled for February 13, 2023, was cancelled. No actions were taken.

Economic & Community Development Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Village of Lombard Economic & Community Development Committee on February 13, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular scheduled meeting is March 13, 2023.

Community Promotion & Tourism

The Community Promotion & Tourism Committee is reviewing several grant requests funded by Hotel/Motel funds. These include funding for the Lilac Princess Program, the Lombard Cycling Classic, and Spooktacular. The committee will also discuss a proposed new summer music festival.

• $5,000 grant request for Lilac Princess Program scholarships
• $2,000 grant request for the Lilac Sale
• $9,000 grant request for the Lombard Cycling Classic
• $10,000 grant request for Spooktacular event costs
• $3,000 grant request for Jingle Bell Jubilee

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider an ordinance for a day care center at 1280 S. Finley Road. The board will also review new residency requirements for the Police and Fire Chiefs. Additionally, officials will discuss professional services related to the termination of the Downtown TIF District.

• Ordinance for a day care center at 1280 S. Finley Road
• New residency requirements for Police and Fire Chiefs
• $10,396 increase to the Carriage House Addition contract
• Maintenance contract for Highland Elevated Tank up to $36,222
• Professional services agreement for Downtown TIF District termination

The Village Board authorized a professional services agreement with Ryan, LLC to handle the termination of the Downtown Lombard TIF District. The board also passed several items via a consent agenda, including payroll and a conditional use request for a day care center.

• Approved professional services agreement with Ryan, LLC for Downtown TIF District termination (6-0)
• Approved day care center conditional use at 1280 S. Finley Road (Consent Agenda)
• Passed first reading of ordinance requiring Police and Fire Chiefs to reside within Village or 30 miles (Consent Agenda)
• Approved payroll for period ending Jan 14, 2023, totaling $1,030,425.13 (Consent Agenda)
• Approved accounts payable for period ending Jan 20, 2023, totaling $652,896.45 (Consent Agenda)
• Approved accounts payable for period ending Jan 27, 2023, totaling $1,962,747.90 (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $10,396 change order for Carriage House Addition PW21-10 (Consent Agenda)
• Approved Final Plat of Subdivision for Norbury Crossings at 14,101, 104 and 112 East 20th Street (Consent Agenda)

Public Safety & Transportation Committee

The committee will review a staff recommendation to amend the Traffic Code regarding right turns on red. The agenda also includes information on private surveillance camera registration and department reports.

• Recommendation to prohibit right turns on red at Main at Parkside and Main at Hickory
• Voluntary registration of private surveillance cameras
• Fire Department reports for October, November, and December 2022
• Police Department reports

The committee recommended two items for Board of Trustees approval: an ordinance to prohibit right turns on red at Main Street and Parkside/Hickory, and a voluntary private surveillance camera registration program. The committee also reviewed fire and police department activity reports.

• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Recommended to Board of Trustees prohibiting right turns on red at westbound Parkside at Main and westbound Hickory at Main (Unanimous)
• Recommended to Board of Trustees the Voluntary Registration of Private Surveillance Cameras (Unanimous)

Board of Building Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Board of Building Appeals on February 1, 2023, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 3, 2023.

Foreign Fire Tax Board

The Foreign Fire Tax Board is reviewing requests for various department supplies and tools. Discussion includes training division equipment and station amenities like electronics and rehabilitation items.

• Purchase of hand tools and power tools for the training division
• Request for an Xbox X 1TB model costing $499
• Request for rehabilitation items totaling approximately $150
• Approval of December 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board approved the purchase of gym shoes for members, rehab items for the BC buggy, and a TV mount for fire station 44. The Board also identified several surplus items for the Village board agenda in March.

• Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved purchase of gym shoes for all current members not to exceed $150 per shoe (6-1)
• Approved purchase of initial rehab items for the BC buggy not to exceed $150 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of one TV mount for fire station 44 not to exceed $175 (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Zoning Board of Appeals on January 25, 2023, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 22, 2023.

Economic & Community Development Committee

The committee will discuss steps to terminate the Lombard Downtown TIF District, which is set to end on December 31, 2023. Members will also consider a professional services agreement with Ryan to assist in this process. Additionally, the committee will review proposed amendments to Chapter 94 regarding residential vehicle parking and nuisance provisions.

• Termination of the Lombard Downtown TIF District
• Consideration of a Ryan professional services agreement
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 94 regarding residential vehicle parking and trailers
• Proposed rules for parking vehicles for sale on private property

The committee recommended that the Village Board approve a professional services agreement with Ryan to manage the termination of the Downtown Lombard TIF District. Additionally, the committee recommended preparing an ordinance to update Village Code Chapter 94 regarding residential parking and nuisance provisions.

• Recommended Village Board approve Professional Services Agreement with Ryan for TIF termination (6-0)
• Recommended preparing an Ordinance to amend Chapter 94 nuisance provisions regarding residential vehicle parking (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 14, 2022 meeting (6-1)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for a day care center at 1280 S. Finley Road. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 19, 2022, meeting.

• Conditional use request for a day care center at 1280 S. Finley Road
• Approval of December 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Plan Commission voted to recommend that the Village Board approve a conditional use petition for a day care center. The proposed 5,000 square foot facility includes a fenced outdoor play area and a capacity of 72 children.

• Recommended approval of day care center at 1280 S. Finley Road (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Leigh Giuliano as Acting Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the December 19, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Finance & Administration Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee meeting scheduled for January 23, 2023, was cancelled. No business was conducted.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will review several zoning amendments and contract approvals. Key items include updating the village-wide zoning map and reviewing rezoning requests for a veterinary hospital and a fleet building. The board will also consider various service contracts and utility maintenance agreements.

• Adoption of the updated Village of Lombard Zoning Map (230036)
• Rezoning request for Lombard Veterinary Hospital at 244 - 376 E. St. Charles Road (220405)
• Contract award to Utility Service Company, Inc. for Civic Center Reservoir maintenance up to $351,300.00 (230015)
• Text amendments to the Village Code regarding parking requirements and definitions (220352)
• Approval of a contract with Association for Individual Development (A.I.D.) for victim services (230026)

The Board passed several ordinances regarding zoning map updates and specific property rezonings, including a planned development for the Lombard Veterinary Hospital. The Board also approved various maintenance contracts and payroll expenditures via a consent agenda.

• Approved updated 2023 Village of Lombard Zoning Map (Ordinance 8122)
• Approved parking text amendments to Village Code (Ordinance 8123)
• Approved front yard setback variance for Public Works Fleet Building (Ordinance 8124)
• Approved conditional use for mortuarial services expansion at 919 N. Garfield Street (Ordinance 8125)
• Approved rezoning and planned development for Lombard Veterinary Hospital (Ordinance 8126)
• Approved $351,300 contract for Civic Center Reservoir maintenance
• Approved $49,000 snow and debris hauling contract extension with Nagel Trucking and Material
• Approved 2023 Victim Services Contract with Association for Individual Development

Lombard Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review the October 18, 2022, meeting minutes and receive several committee reports. It will also request that the Village Board acknowledge receipt of the 2022 Annual Report.

• Approval of October 18, 2022, meeting minutes
• Report on preservation issues with Illinois State Historic Preservation Office
• Finance committee report on budget performance
• Lombard Historical Society report
• Request for Village Board acknowledgment of the 2022 Annual Report

The Commission approved the 2022 Annual Report for acknowledgment by the Village Board. Members also reviewed the October 18, 2022 meeting minutes and discussed an upcoming Illinois Statewide Historic Preservation Plan workshop.

• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 annual report as submitted (8-0)

Public Works & Environmental Concerns

The Public Works & Environmental Concerns meeting scheduled for January 10, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 14, 2023.

Economic & Community Development Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Economic & Community Development Committee on January 9, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2023.

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee will review the 2022 usage of victim services and consider the 2023 contract with the Association for Individual Development (A.I.D.). This contract provides crisis intervention, counseling, and advocacy for victims of crime and trauma.

• Consideration of 2023 Victim Services Contract with Association for Individual Development (A.I.D.)
• Approval of October 10, 2022, meeting minutes

The Community Relations Committee reviewed the 2022 usage of the Association for Individual Development (A.I.D.) Victim Services contract, which served 129 clients across 83 cases. The Committee agreed to extend the services and recommended the 2023 contract for Board of Trustees approval.

• Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended 2023 Victim Services contract with Association for Individual Development (A.I.D.) to the Board of Trustees

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will review several zoning amendments, including a major redevelopment request for the Lombard Veterinary Hospital. The meeting also includes consideration of various service contracts for engineering, technology, and maintenance.

• Rezoning and planned development for 244-376 E. St. Charles Road
• $185,700 agreement with Robinson Engineering, Ltd. for engineering services
• $289,661 purchase of Cisco networking equipment from SHI International Corporation
• Conditional use request for Off Leash K9 Training at 1300 S. Main Street
• Text amendments to Village Code regarding parking requirements

The Board approved several amendments to the Village Code regarding construction, electrical services, and elevator inspections. It also authorized multiple service contracts for pond maintenance, engineering, and IT infrastructure. A request for a Public Works fleet building addition passed its first reading.

• Approved $1,215,334.49, $900,344.82, and $777,994.34 in accounts payable and payroll
• Approved conditional use for animal training facility at 1300 S. Main Street (Ord. 8113)
• Approved sale of surplus Police Department equipment (Ord. 8114)
• Approved building code updates for accessory structures, electrical services, and elevator inspections (Ord. 8115-8121)
• Approved $18,000 contract with Environmental Aquatic Management L.L.C. for pond monitoring
• Approved $24,990 contract with Bedrock Earthscapes LLC for native plantings management
• Approved $185,700 agreement with Robinson Engineering, Ltd. for FY2023
• Approved $289,661 for Cisco Networking Equipment from SHI International Corporation

Public Safety & Transportation Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Lombard Public Safety & Transportation Committee on January 4, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 1, 2023.