New Lenox public meetings in 2025

Plan Commission

The commission recommended and approved the final P.U.D. plat for Lakes Park Phase 2, subject to final engineering and landscaping. It also approved the preliminary and final plat for the Cherry Hill Triangle development, contingent on final engineering and staff comments. The commission adopted the Findings of Fact and approved the special‑use amendment allowing an open‑air rear patio at Avant Gardens, with specific conditions. All motions carried unanimously or by voice vote.

• Recommend approval of final P.U.D. plat for Lakes Park Phase 2 (motion carried)
• Recommend approval of preliminary and final plat for Cherry Hill Triangle (motion carried)
• Adopt Findings of Fact for Avant Gardens special‑use amendment (unanimous AYES)
• Approve amendment to Avant Gardens special‑use allowing open‑air patio with conditions (unanimous AYES)
• Approve minutes of December 2, 2025 meeting (voice vote, motion carried)
• Adjourn meeting (voice vote, motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The New Lenox Zoning Board of Appeals will seek approval of the minutes from its December 2, 2025 meeting. It will then consider any items listed under old business and new business. The meeting also includes a period for public questions or comments before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from the December 2, 2025 Zoning Board meeting
• Discussion of old business items
• Discussion of new business items
• Public comments and questions

The Board approved the minutes from the December 2, 2025 meeting by voice vote. Chairman Muehlnickel noted all Plan Commission members were present. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved December 2, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Trustees

The Board will act on a consent agenda that includes several second‑read ordinances amending the Village Code, such as removing truck terminals as a permitted use in the C‑3 district, granting a special use permit for 12410 Horseshoe Drive, updating fair market value, permit construction value, and hotel/motel tax provisions. It will also consider approvals for a grant of easement at Teerling Lakes, a sports complex billboard lighting and electric installation proposal, an amusement device agreement with Board Machine, Inc., purchases of a blower motor for the Sewer Department and three interceptor vehicles, and a policy on contribution language in annexation agreements. Additional items include a mayoral report on an appointment to the Plan Commission, reports from the village attorney and administrator, payroll matters, and an executive session.

• Ordinance amending Village Code – Removing Truck Terminals as a Permitted Use in the C‑3 District – 2nd Read
• Consideration for Approval of a Grant of Easement – Teerling Lakes
• Consideration for Approval of a Proposal – Sports Complex Billboard Lighting and Electric Installation
• Consideration for Approval of a Purchase – Blower Motor – Sewer Department
• Consideration for Approval of Purchase – (3) Interceptor Vehicles

The New Lenox Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda items, a public utility easement for Teerling Lakes, and waivers for competitive bidding on billboard lighting and a blower motor purchase. It also approved a digital jukebox agreement, the purchase of three police interceptor vehicles, a policy for annexation agreements, and the bi‑monthly payroll and disbursements. All motions carried with five votes in favor and two trustees absent.

• Approved consent agenda items A‑F (5‑0, 1 abstain on Item A)
• Approved grant of public utility easement for Teerling Lakes (5‑0)
• Waived bidding and approved billboard lighting/electric proposal ($44,420) (5‑0)
• Approved resolution for digital jukebox at Crossroads Sports Complex (5‑0)
• Waived bidding and approved blower motor purchase ($38,471.58) (5‑0)
• Approved purchase of three police interceptor vehicles ($139,668 total) (5‑0)
• Approved annexation agreement policy reducing fair market value fees (5‑0)
• Approved bi‑monthly payroll and disbursements totaling $6,787,204.64 (5‑0)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2025 Tax Levy. The board will adopt the 2025 Tax Levy and several ordinances on the consent agenda, including liquor license and code amendments. Additional items include approvals for special‑use requests, site‑plan extensions, and a resolution for an incentive program with Gordon Food Service, Inc. The meeting also includes routine reports, payroll, and an executive session.

• Public Hearing – 2025 Tax Levy
• Ordinance Adopting the 2025 Tax Levy (Consent Agenda)
• Ordinance Creating a Class D2 Liquor License – Tru Country (2nd Read)
• Consideration for Approval of a Request for County Special Use – 17958 South Cedar Road, Lockport
• Consideration for Approval of a Resolution Authorizing an Incentive Program Agreement with Gordon Food Service, Inc. – Crossroads Sports Complex

The New Lenox Board approved the 2025 tax levy ordinance for $4,008,610. The 14‑item consent agenda was adopted, and several development and procurement actions were approved without opposition.

• Adopted 2025 Tax Levy ordinance (7‑0)
• Approved 14‑item Consent Agenda (7‑0)
• Did not object to County Special Use request for 17958 South Cedar Road (7‑0)
• Approved one‑year extension of site plan for 1751 Ferro Drive (7‑0)
• Approved 180‑day extension of special use for Dimension Energy at 2250 Berens Drive (7‑0)
• Approved final plat for Crossroads Sports Complex First Re‑Subdivision (7‑0)
• Approved resolution authorizing incentive program with Gordon Food Service (7‑0)
• Approved purchase of six way‑finding signs for $895 (7‑0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board approved the October 21, 2025 and November 4, 2025 meeting minutes. A public hearing was opened and closed on a variance request for 141 Oakview Drive. The board voted to reduce the required side‑yard setback from 10 feet to 8 feet for that property. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (voice vote, Mr. Blackburn abstained)
• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Opened public hearing on variance request (voice vote)
• Closed public hearing (voice vote)
• Approved side‑yard setback variance for 141 Oakview Drive (unanimous AYES, no NAYS)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the October and November meetings. It recommended no objection to a county special‑use for a landscape business at 17958 South Cedar Road and approved the final plat for the Crossroads Sports Complex first re‑subdivision. The commission adopted the Findings of Fact and approved a special use PUD for Kelly’s Healing Touch at 12410 Horseshoe Drive. Finally, it voted to adopt an ordinance removing truck terminals as a permitted use in the C‑3 district.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote carried)
• Approved November 4, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote carried)
• Recommended Village not object to County Special Use for landscape business at 17958 South Cedar Road (motion carried)
• Approved final plat for Crossroads Sports Complex first re‑subdivision (motion carried)
• Adopted Findings of Fact and approved special use PUD for Kelly’s Healing Touch at 12410 Horseshoe Drive (all six commissioners AYES)
• Adopted ordinance removing truck terminals as permitted use in C‑3 district (voice vote carried)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board will act on routine consent items, including minutes and several raffle licenses. It will then discuss and vote on multiple ordinances, notably a Class D2 liquor license for Tru Country and a Class BG liquor license for the same retailer. Additional items include a special‑use amendment for the New Lenox Retail Subdivision and a right‑of‑way use agreement with Surf Internet.

• Ordinance creating a Class A liquor license for Queen of Hops – 2nd read
• Ordinance creating a Class D2 liquor license for Tru Country – 1st read
• Ordinance creating a Class BG liquor license for Tru Country – 1st read
• Ordinance amending a special‑use for New Lenox Retail Subdivision/Pete’s Market & Coopers Hawk – 1st read
• Resolution authorizing right‑of‑way use agreement with Surf Internet

The New Lenox Board of Trustees approved the 10‑item consent agenda, a resolution supporting the Tribute to Valor Foundation, and a rights‑of‑way use agreement with Surf Internet. It also approved contracts for a water risk assessment ($21,900), cyber‑threat detection services ($3,515 per month), and a Crossroads Sports Complex website ($300). Additionally, the trustees reappointed two PTAB members and authorized bi‑monthly payroll and other disbursements totaling $14,011,973.26 plus a $538,232.09 payroll payment.

• Approved 10‑item consent agenda (6‑0)
• Approved Tribute to Valor Foundation resolution (6‑0)
• Approved Surf Internet rights‑of‑way use agreement (6‑0)
• Approved Water Risk & Resilience assessment proposal $21,900 (6‑0)
• Approved Proven IT cyber‑security services $3,515/mo (6‑0)
• Approved Crossroads Sports Complex website agreement $300 (6‑0)
• Approved PTAB reappointments for Frank Palmisano and Timothy Cochran (voice vote)
• Approved bi‑monthly payroll and disbursements $14,011,973.26 and payroll $538,232.09 (6‑0)

Plan Commission

The Village of New Lenox Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals meeting set for Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Hall, 1 Veterans Parkway.

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board will conduct a public hearing on the vacation of the right‑of‑way for Elm Drive Alley. It will also act on a consent agenda that includes releasing surplus police department vehicles, purchasing two police department replacement doors, and approving 2026 raffle licenses for the VFW Post 9545 and Wreaths for Veterans. In addition, the board will consider several ordinances, surety settings, and contracts related to development projects such as the U.S. Route 30 and Prairie Road site, Dutch Bros. Coffee, and the Crossroads Sports Complex.

• Public Hearing – Vacation of Right-of-Way – Elm Drive Alley (1st Read)
• Consent Agenda – Ordinance authorizing release of surplus Police Department vehicles
• Consent Agenda – Approval of purchase of (2) Police Department replacement doors
• Ordinance – Granting special use for preliminary and final P.U.D. plat – patio southwest corner of U.S. Route 30 and Prairie Road (2nd Read)
• Consideration – Site plan and building code waiver – Gas N Wash/Lots 6 & 7 Spring Creek

The Board announced a 2025 tax levy of $4,008,610.00. It approved five items on the consent agenda, including the release of surplus police vehicles and a police door purchase. The Board also approved the special‑use ordinance for The Patio restaurant, the related surety, the final plat and related agreements for the Gas N Wash development, and the site plan for a Dutch Bros. coffee shop.

• Approved 2025 tax levy of $4,008,610.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items: surplus police vehicles release, surety reduction for Shannon Estates Unit 7, purchase of two police department replacement doors, raffle license for VFW Post 9545, raffle license for Wreaths for Veterans (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #3225 granting special use for The Patio restaurant at U.S. Route 30 & Prairie Road (unanimous)
• Approved setting of surety (letter of credit) $514,304.50 for The Patio development (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Gas N Wash/Lots 6 & 7 Spring Creek (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #25‑62 authorizing encroachment agreement for Gas N Wash (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and building‑code waiver for Gas N Wash (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Dutch Bros. Coffee at 550 West Maple Street (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The commission adopted the Findings of Fact for the amended final P.U.D. plat for the New Lenox Retail Subdivision and approved the amendment allowing an 18‑foot monument sign with a total area of 280 sq ft. A separate motion to not object to the County’s special‑use request for a used‑car dealer at 202 Ford Drive was also carried. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Findings of Fact for amended final P.U.D. plat for New Lenox Retail Subdivision (motion carried, unanimous)
• Approved amendment to special use permitting 18‑foot monument sign at New Lenox Retail Subdivision (motion carried, unanimous)
• Approved non‑objection to County special‑use request for used‑car dealer at 202 Ford Drive (motion carried)
• Opened public hearing for New Lenox Retail Subdivision amendment (voice vote carried)
• Closed public hearing for New Lenox Retail Subdivision amendment (voice vote carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board held a public hearing on a fence-height variance for the property at 2004 Cardinal Drive. After discussion, the Board voted to recommend approval of increasing the side-yard fence from four to six feet. The motion passed unanimously with six AYES and no NAYS.

• Recommended approval of six-foot fence variance for 2004 Cardinal Drive (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board will consider a bid award for a water main replacement on Cooper, Fir, and Wood Streets. It will also act on several ordinances, including special‑use approvals for a PUD plat on Barnhill Drive and a class SE liquor license for a casino night at Providence Catholic High School. Additional items include establishing special service areas for Lakes Park subdivisions and approving a community solar subscription purchase.

• Ordinance amending special use for a final P.U.D. plat – 17861 and 17871 Barnhill Drive (2nd Read)
• Ordinance creating a Class SE liquor license – Casino Night – Providence Catholic High School
• Approval of a bid award – Cooper/Fir/Wood Streets water main replacement
• Ordinance establishing Special Service Area #37 – Lakes Park Subdivision
• Approval of a purchase – Illinois Shines Community Solar Subscription – Sun Central, LLC

The Board appointed Dennis Cummings to the Fire & Police Commission and approved the eight‑item consent agenda. It approved a $1,871,302.07 bid to replace water mains on Cooper, Ash and Wood Streets, a design proposal for the NE Quadrant water main project up to $134,630, and a contract extension with Visu‑Sewer for slip‑lining up to $225,000. All motions carried with unanimous votes.

• Appointed Dennis Cummings to Fire & Police Commission (6-0-0)
• Approved 8‑item consent agenda (6-0-0, 1 abstain on Item A)
• Approved water main replacement bid to P.T. Ferro, $1,871,302.07 (6-0-0)
• Approved NE Quadrant water main design proposal, up to $134,630 (6-0-0)
• Approved Visu‑Sewer contract extension for slip‑lining, up to $225,000 (6-0-0)

Police Pension Board

The Police Pension Board will discuss the adoption of a recommended tax levy and a Municipal Compliance Report. The board is also reviewing financial reports and several service provider payments.

• Adoption of recommended tax levy from Foster & Foster
• Payment of $3,781.00 to Alliant Insurance Services for Fiduciary Liability insurance
• Payment of $3,708.00 to Foster & Foster for Police Pension Valuation
• Payment of $2,678.00 to Foster & Foster for GASB 67/68 Disclosure Information
• Discussion of Tier 2 Deferred Retirement for Thomas Lynch

Zoning Board of Appeals

The New Lenox Zoning Board of Appeals will convene to approve the minutes from its October 7 meeting and address new business items. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 P.M. at the Village Hall.

• Approval of October 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• New business items
• Public comments

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. The board then adjourned the meeting. No other business was taken.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (voice vote, motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, motion carried)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. A motion was passed to open the public hearing on the preliminary and final P.U.D. plat for The Patio restaurant. Staff recommended approval of the plat, but no final commission vote was recorded.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Opened public hearing for The Patio PUD plat (voice vote)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board will discuss several contracts and ordinance proposals. Items include approvals for limestone cap replacement, boiler maintenance, and a camera repositioning project. Two ordinances will be read for the first time: a special‑use amendment for a final P.U.D. plat on Barnhill Drive and a parking restriction amendment on Blodett Road/Meader Road. Additional contract and subscription approvals are also on the agenda.

• Approval of Contract – Limestone Cap Replacement – Village Commons
• Approval of Contract – Boiler Preventative Maintenance for Public Works, Police Department and Village Hall Buildings
• Consideration of Ordinance Amending Special Use for Final P.U.D. Plat – 17861 and 17871 Barnhill Drive (1st Read)
• Consideration of Ordinance Amending Section 90 of the Municipal Code – No Parking Blodett Road/Meader Road (1st Read)
• Consideration for Approval of Proposal – Camera Repositioning and IP Speaker Installation – Computers Nationwide – KidsWork Children’s Museum

The trustees approved the six items on the consent agenda, including contracts for limestone cap replacement, boiler maintenance, concrete work, two‑way radios, and a surety release. They also approved a special‑use amendment for fences on Barnhill Drive, a building‑code waiver for the Landings Business Center, a fee waiver for the New Lenox Fire Protection District, an amendment to the HR Green sanitary‑sewer design contract, a no‑parking ordinance for Blodgett/Meader Road, and a three‑year fireworks contract with Pyrotechnico Fireworks. All motions passed with five votes in favor, no votes against, and two members absent.

• Approved 6 consent‑agenda items (including contracts and purchase) – 5 Ayes
• Approved special‑use amendment for fences on 17861 & 17871 Barnhill Drive – 5 Ayes
• Approved building‑code waiver for Landings Business Center one‑story office – 5 Ayes
• Approved waiver of $38,000 building‑permit fees for New Lenox Fire Protection District – 5 Ayes
• Approved $119,727 amendment to HR Green sanitary‑sewer design contract – 5 Ayes
• Approved ordinance adding no‑parking signs on Blodgett Road/Meader Road – 5 Ayes
• Approved three‑year fireworks contract with Pyrotechnico Fireworks (total $98,217) – 5 Ayes
• Approved $1,000 Canva Teams subscription for Community Engagement – 5 Ayes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no specific zoning cases, variances, or ordinances listed for decision or discussion.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote, with one member abstaining. The board then adjourned the meeting by voice vote.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (voice vote, Mr. Wheeler abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the final plat for a Gas N Wash facility on the 4.11‑acre site at 901 Maple Road, subject to staff‑requested recording information. It also approved an amendment to a special‑use PUD plat allowing fences on Lots 2 and 3 in the Prairie Ridge North subdivision, with inspection conditions. Both motions carried and the meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved final plat for Gas N Wash New Lenox at Route 6, subject to staff comments (motion carried)
• Approved amendment to special‑use PUD plat permitting fences on Lots 2 and 3, Prairie Ridge North, with conditions (ayes: Dalseth, Wheeler, Pons, Blackburn, Berkey, Chairman; nays: none; abstentions: none)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Board of Trustees will consider resolutions for intergovernmental boundary agreements, broadband access, and various contracts for the Crossroads Sports Complex. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a boundary agreement with the Village of Homer Glen.

• Public Hearing: Intergovernmental Boundary Agreement with Village of Homer Glen
• Resolution: Right-of-Way Use Agreement for Broadband Internet Access with Pavlov Media
• Resolution: Preferred Rate Account Signup Agreement with Team63 Solutions (Crossroads Sports Complex)
• Agreement: Website Hosting for Crossroads Sports Complex
• Proposal: Engineering Services for Crossroads Sports Complex Outlots

The Board approved a resolution to demand payment of the $422,770.90 Letter of Credit for Ashton Estates North public improvements. It also authorized several contracts, including a 20‑year boundary agreement with Homer Glen, a right‑of‑way use agreement for broadband with Pavlov Media, a two‑year marketing agreement for the Crossroads Sports Complex, a website hosting agreement, engineering services for the sports complex outlots, and roundabout landscaping. Additionally, the Board approved bi‑monthly disbursements of $777,421.98 and payroll of $541,350.74. All motions passed unanimously with six votes in favor and none against.

• Approved payment of $422,770.90 Letter of Credit for Ashton Estates North (6-0)
• Approved 20‑year Intergovernmental Boundary Agreement with Homer Glen (6-0)
• Approved Right‑of‑Way Use Agreement for broadband with Pavlov Media (6-0)
• Approved two‑year marketing agreement with Team63 Solutions for Crossroads Sports Complex (6-0)
• Approved website hosting agreement with SF Website Services, LLC ($1,500.00 annual fee) (6-0)
• Approved engineering services contract with SpaceCo Civil Engineering ($36,000) (6-0)
• Approved roundabout landscaping contract with Beary Landscaping ($95,284.00) (6-0)
• Approved bi‑monthly disbursements of $777,421.98 and payroll of $541,350.74 (6-0)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting by voice vote. It also approved the final P.U.D. plat and subdivision monument sign for the Spencer Meadows development, subject to final engineering and landscape plan approval and resolution of staff comments. Both motions were carried.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved final P.U.D. plat for Spencer Meadows (motion carried)
• Approved subdivision monument sign for Spencer Meadows (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The New Lenox Zoning Board of Appeals will convene on September 16, 2025 to approve the minutes from the August 19 meeting, consider any old and new business items, and hear public comments. No specific projects, rezoning requests, or contracts are listed on the agenda. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

The board approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting. The motion was made by Mr. Raidbard, seconded by Ms. Dalseth, and passed by voice vote with Chairman Muehlnickel abstaining. The board then adjourned after a motion by Ms. Berkey, seconded by Mr. Raidbard, which also passed by voice vote.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (voice vote, Chairman Muehlnickel abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Trustees

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will hold an executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, and land acquisitions.

• Executive session regarding personnel
• Executive session regarding litigation
• Executive session regarding land acquisitions

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Board of Trustees will consider approving sponsorships, equipment purchases, and a real estate contract amendment for the Crossroads Sports Complex. The meeting also includes proclamations and consent agenda items.

• Sponsorship agreement with Breakthru Beverage for Crossroads Sports Complex
• Purchase of overhead garage door transmitters for Crossroads Sports Complex
• Purchase of food service equipment for Crossroads Sports Complex
• Amendment to real estate purchase contract with EMS Properties, LLC (250 E. Maple Street)
• Surety reduction and release for Spencer Road improvements

The New Lenox Board approved the consent agenda items and several contracts, including a $15,000 sponsorship with Breakthru Beverage, a $42,954.29 food‑service equipment purchase, and an amendment to the 250 E. Maple Street real‑estate contract. It also approved payroll and other disbursements totaling $5,387,053.16. All motions passed unanimously with five votes in favor and two absences.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (7 items) (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 Breakthru Beverage sponsorship (5-0)
• Approved $998 purchase of overhead garage door transmitters (5-0)
• Approved $42,954.29 food service equipment purchase, waiving bidding (5-0)
• Approved amendment to real estate purchase contract for 250 E. Maple St (5-0)
• Approved payroll and disbursements totaling $5,387,053.16 (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission and ZBA meetings scheduled for September 2, 2025, have been cancelled. The next meetings are scheduled for September 16, 2025.

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to conduct public hearings on four Special Service Areas and act on a consent agenda of routine items. The board will also consider ordinances, proclamations, and contracts, including a development agreement and rezoning for a property at Laraway Road and Gougar Road.

• Public hearings on Special Service Areas #37, #38, #39, and #40
• Ordinance implementing a Municipal Grocery Retailers’ Occupation Tax (2nd reading)
• Ordinance authorizing disposal of surplus property to Village of Markham
• Consideration of development agreement and rezoning for Cherry Hill Laraway LLC at Laraway Road and Gougar Road
• Approval of 2025 Parkway Tree Program

The Board approved a ten‑item consent agenda, with all trustees voting yes and two trustees abstaining on Item A. Afterwards, the Board voted unanimously not to file an objection to the Will County special use request for a commercial solar facility on a 110‑acre parcel. No other motions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved 10‑item consent agenda (7‑0, Gugliuzza and Reiser abstained on Item A)
• Voted 7‑0 not to file objection to County Special Use for solar facility

Plan Commission

The commission approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. They voted not to object to the County Special Use permit for the Spencer Road Solar East and West project, subject to staff‑recommended conditions. They also approved opening a public hearing on the rezoning of a 65.182‑acre site at Laraway and Gougar Roads.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved not objecting to County Special Use permit for 2.4 MWac and 2.84 MWac solar facility (voice vote)
• Approved opening public hearing on rezoning of 65.182‑acre site at Laraway and Gougar Roads (voice vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The New Lenox Zoning Board of Appeals will convene a regular meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed on the agenda. The meeting is held at Village Hall and follows a standard procedural format.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting by voice vote. The board then adjourned the meeting by voice vote. No other business was taken.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Trustees

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items are listed for the public session.

• Executive session scheduled for personnel, litigation, and land acquisitions

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees will swear in Micah Nuesse as Police Chief and Brandon Tilton as Deputy Police Chief. The board will also consider a second reading of an ordinance amending village code for electronic message center signs and gas station canopy signs. Other items include a first reading to disconnect a property at 1369 N. Cedar Road and approval of a broadband right-of-way agreement with Clearwave Fiber.

• Swearing in of Micah Nuesse as Police Chief
• Swearing in of Brandon Tilton as Deputy Police Chief
• 2nd reading of ordinance amending village code for electronic message center signs and gas station canopy signs
• 1st reading of ordinance to disconnect property at 1369 N. Cedar Road
• Approval of right-of-way agreement for broadband internet service with Clearwave Fiber (Delta Communications dba) at Crossroads Sports Complex

The Board approved a 10‑year right‑of‑way use agreement for Clearwave Fiber broadband service (6‑0). It also approved a $15,316 drain installation at KidsWork Children’s Museum, a $27,000 fusion‑wall change order at Crossroads Sports Complex, and a sponsorship agreement with Sports Huddle (each 6‑0). An extension of the snow‑removal contract with Bisping Construction and the appointment of Stephen Pons to the Plan Commission were also approved (each 6‑0). All consent‑agenda items passed unanimously.

• Approved broadband right‑of‑way agreement with Clearwave Fiber (6‑0)
• Approved $15,316 drain installation for KidsWork Children’s Museum (6‑0)
• Approved $27,000 fusion‑wall change order at Crossroads Sports Complex (6‑0)
• Approved sponsorship agreement with Sports Huddle (up to $6,500 per year) (6‑0)
• Approved extension of snow‑removal contract with Bisping Construction (6‑0)
• Approved appointment of Stephen Pons to the Plan Commission (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance #3212 amendment and iHeartMedia Christmas agreement on consent agenda (6‑0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission and ZBA meetings scheduled for August 5, 2025, have been cancelled. The next meetings are scheduled for August 19, 2025.

Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will discuss several land use items, including the annexation and P.U.D. plat for Spencer Meadows. The board is also reviewing contracts for road resurfacing and various projects for the KidsWork Children’s Museum and Crossroads Sports Complex.

• Annexation and Special Use P.U.D. Plat for Spencer Meadows
• Bid award for 2025 MFT Road Resurfacing Project
• Ordinance repealing Adult Cannabis Business Establishments code
• Establishment of Special Service Areas for Teerling Lakes and Lakes Park
• Special Use and Variances for outdoor patio at 222 West Maple Street / Tru Country

The New Lenox Board of Trustees approved a 13‑item consent agenda, a Class D liquor license for Nicky V’s, and several development‑related ordinances and extensions. It also adopted a settlement agreement for the Silver Cross Blvd dedication and approved annexation and special‑use ordinances for Spencer Meadows and 222 West Maple Street. All votes were 5‑aye, 0‑nay, with two trustees absent.

• Approved 13‑item consent agenda (5‑aye, 0‑nay; one abstention on item A)
• Approved Class D Liquor License for Nicky V’s (5‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved extension of P.U.D. plat for Landings Business Center (5‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved Settlement Agreement & Mutual Release for Silver Cross Blvd dedication (5‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved ordinance repealing #3164 and authorizing amended recapture agreement for Spring Creek (5‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved 5‑year extension of temporary use sign at Jacob’s Field (5‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved annexation ordinance for Spencer Meadows (5‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved special‑use and variance ordinance for outdoor patio at 222 West Maple Street (5‑aye, 0‑nay)

Police Pension Board

The New Lenox Police Pension Board will review financial reports and approve several disbursements. The board is scheduled to consider a service retirement application and two break in service requests.

• Disbursement of $1,170.00, $1,215.00, and $1,215.00 to Lauterbach & Amen, LLP for accounting and benefits services
• Disbursement of $1,344.44 to Puchalski Goodloe, LLC for retainer and legal expenses
• Disbursement of $1,560.00 to INSPE Associates, LLC for Jeffrey Casper medical exam
• Service Retirement Pension Benefit Application for Louis Alessandrini
• Break in Service requests for Jacob Klepk and Gabriela Gross

Police & Fire Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss recent candidates. The agenda contains no specific votes or new ordinances.

• Review and discussion of recent candidates

Board of Trustees

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items are listed for the public portion of the meeting.

• Executive session for personnel matters
• Executive session for litigation matters
• Executive session for land acquisitions

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 Zoning Board meeting by voice vote. It also approved a temporary use extension for the Jacob’s Field Subdivision advertising sign at Gougar Road and Laraway Road, effective until the last building permit is issued or five years, whichever occurs first, contingent on sign repairs or replacement. Both motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved May 20, 2025 ZBA minutes (voice vote)
• Approved temporary use extension for Jacob’s Field advertising sign (voice vote)

Plan Commission

The New Lenox Plan Commission will meet to discuss changes to text amendments. The primary focus is a public hearing regarding electronic message center and gas station canopy signs.

• Public hearing on text amendments for electronic message center signs
• Public hearing on text amendments for gas station canopy signs

The commission approved two amendments to the village Sign Code: one allowing electronic message center signs with a 250‑foot separation on opposite sides of streets, and another permitting illuminated gas‑station canopy signs above fuel pumps. The vote was unanimous with all six commissioners in favor. The meeting also approved the May 20, 2025 minutes, opened and closed the public hearing, and adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Opened public hearing on sign code amendments (voice vote)
• Approved sign code amendments for electronic message signs and gas‑station canopy signs (unanimous 6‑0)
• Closed public hearing (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees will meet to discuss site modifications and surety settings for MBPRO Services. The board is also considering permit fee waivers for the United Methodist Church and the New Lenox Community Park District. Several liquor licenses and surplus property releases are on the consent agenda.

• Parking lot and site modifications for MBPRO Services at 21660 South Moni Drive
• Permit fee waiver request for United Methodist Church parking lot resurfacing
• Permit fee waiver request for Sharon Park Renovation
• Liquor licenses for Country Club Social, Dock at Inwood, and Bishops Hill Winery
• Release of surplus property including a police vehicle and Village Hall air compressor

The Board approved the Consent Agenda items, including several liquor license ordinances and surplus property releases, by a 5‑0 vote. It then approved MBPRO Services' request to pave a new parking lot and add eight truck‑trailer stalls, also 5‑0. Additional approvals included a $7,812.50 surety for the project, permit‑fee waivers for United Methodist Church and Sharon Park, and a series of payroll and disbursement payments, each passing unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (7) including liquor licenses and surplus property releases (5-0)
• Approved MBPRO Services parking lot and site modifications (5-0)
• Approved setting of surety for MBPRO Services at $7,812.50 (5-0)
• Approved permit fee waiver for United Methodist Church parking lot resurfacing ($1,500.00) (5-0)
• Approved permit fee waiver for Sharon Park renovation ($12,200,00) (5-0)
• Approved bi‑monthly disbursements and payroll payments totaling $8,? (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission and ZBA meetings scheduled for July 1, 2025, have been cancelled. The next meetings are scheduled for July 15, 2025.

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees will review several proposals and contracts related to the Crossroads Sports Complex. The board is also considering a new liquor license and various equipment purchases for village facilities.

• Ordinance creating a Class A1 Liquor License for Country Club Social
• Site plan and building code waiver for JC Insulation at Lot 31 Ferro Industrial Park
• Special use ordinance for an outdoor patio at 550 West Maple Street (Dutch Bros. Coffee)
• Release of surplus property consisting of two police vehicles
• Contracts for cleaning, maintenance, and signage at Crossroads Sports Complex

The New Lenox Board of Trustees approved a series of contracts and purchases, including a $230,000 chiller for Village Hall and a $63,033 generator for the Gougar Road lift station. They also approved a site plan and surety for JC Insulation, sponsorship agreements for the Crossroads Sports Complex, and a licensing agreement with the Forest Preserve District. All motions passed with six votes in favor, zero against, and one trustee absent.

• Approved consent agenda items (8 items) (6-0)
• Approved site plan and building code waiver for JC Insulation (6-0)
• Approved surety setting for JC Insulation $813,575 (6-0)
• Approved sponsorship agreement with New Lenox Soccer Association ($10,000 annual) (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Village Hall chiller $230,000 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of three flag poles for New Lenox Commons $16,225.85 (6-0)
• Approved subscription for NextRequest FOIA software $5,988.50 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of generator for Gougar Road Lift Station $63,033.34 (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission and ZBA meetings scheduled for June 17, 2025, have been cancelled. The next meetings are scheduled for July 1, 2025.

Board of Trustees

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items are listed for the public portion of the meeting.

• Executive session scheduled for personnel, litigation, and land acquisitions

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees will review several purchases and contracts for the Crossroads Sports Complex. The board is also considering various land use variances and special use permits for local businesses.

• Special use for roof-mounted commercial solar energy facility at 2250 Berens Drive
• Special use for an outdoor patio at 550 West Maple Street (Dutch Bros. Coffee)
• Purchases for uniforms, locks, televisions, furnishings, and sports equipment for Crossroads Sports Complex
• Agreement for water tower engineering design with Christopher Burke Engineering
• Sign variance for CoVantage Credit Union at 1000 East Lincoln Highway

The New Lenox Board of Trustees approved a sign variance for CoVantage Credit Union at 1000 East Lincoln Highway, with plans to amend the electronic message sign code in July. The board also approved a permit fee waiver, an extension for Briarwood Place, a variance at 114 Oak Drive, and several other items. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with one trustee absent.

• Approved Ordinance #3189 granting sign variance for CoVantage Credit Union (6-0)
• Approved permit fee waiver for backflow equipment at Sanctuary Golf Course (6-0)
• Approved one-year extension for Briarwood Place final P.U.D. plat (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #3190 granting variances at 114 Oak Drive (6-0)
• Approved three-year extension for temporary MBR system at Lenny's Food N Fuel (6-0)
• Approved extension for Leigh Creek South subdivision advertising sign (6-0)
• Approved $5,825 geotechnical proposal for Crossroads billboard (6-0)
• Approved $6,000/year sponsorship with Gatto's Restaurant (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission and ZBA meetings scheduled for June 3, 2025, have been cancelled. The next meetings are scheduled for June 17, 2025.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board approved the minutes from the May 6 meeting. It voted to extend the temporary subdivision advertising sign at Leigh Creek South and the Busse Membrane Bioreactor System at 2560 North Cedar Road. The board also approved variances to reduce the front and rear yard setbacks for a detached garage addition at 114 Oak Drive.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote carried)
• Approved temporary use extension for Leigh Creek South advertising sign (voice vote carried)
• Approved temporary use extension for Busse Membrane Bioreactor System at 2560 North Cedar Road (voice vote carried)
• Approved front yard setback variance (30 ft to 4.9 ft) for 114 Oak Drive (5‑0 vote)
• Approved rear yard setback variance (5 ft to 3.75 ft) for 114 Oak Drive (5‑0 vote)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. They opened and later closed a public hearing on a special‑use request for an outdoor patio at 550 West Maple Street. The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the special use, subject to staff‑listed conditions. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Opened public hearing on outdoor patio special use (voice vote)
• Closed public hearing on outdoor patio special use (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of special use for outdoor patio at 550 West Maple St (AYES: Dalseth, Wheeler, Blackburn, Berkey, Muehlnickel; NAYS: none)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board will consider a special use permit for a roof-mounted commercial solar energy facility at 2250 Berens Drive, along with an encroachment agreement for the Spencer Road water main. Other items include professional service agreements with HR Green for plan review and permit training, and a union contract with Local 150. The board will also vote on a consent agenda covering routine purchases and proclamations, and hold first readings for a sign variance and an all-way stop sign installation.

• Encroachment Agreement for Spencer Road water main with ECA Solar
• Special Use Permit for roof-mounted solar facility at 2250 Berens Drive (first reading)
• Sign Variance for CoVantage Credit Union at 1000 East Lincoln Highway (first reading)
• All-Way Stop Sign at Pine Street and Second Avenue (first reading)
• Professional Service Agreements with HR Green for plan review and building inspection services

The trustees approved the consent agenda items, an encroachment agreement for a solar farm easement, and a professional service contract with HR Green. They also approved an ordinance creating an all‑way stop at Pine Street and Second Avenue after waiving the second‑read requirement.

• Approved 6 consent‑agenda items (6‑0 vote, 1 absent)
• Approved Resolution #25‑37 encroachment agreement for Spencer Road water main (6‑0 vote, 1 absent)
• Waived second read of All‑Way Stop ordinance (voice vote)
• Approved All‑Way Stop sign ordinance at Pine St & 2nd Ave (6‑0 vote, 1 absent)
• Approved HR Green plan‑review and building‑inspection service agreement (6‑0 vote, 1 absent)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board will vote on a consent agenda of routine items and consider several action items, including site plan approval and surety for a Menard Automotive development on Harvey Drive, as well as sponsorship agreements for the Crossroads Sports Complex. The board will also appoint members to the Fire & Police Commission and as ESDA Director.

• Consideration of site plan approval for Menard Automotive at 12635 Harvey Drive
• Setting of surety for Menard Automotive at same address
• Setting of surety for sanitary sewer extension at 441 DeGroate Road (MD Transport)
• Resolution authorizing sponsorship agreement with Kona Ice at Crossroads Sports Complex
• Resolution authorizing amended sponsorship agreement with Silver Cross Hospital at Crossroads Sports Complex

The New Lenox Board of Trustees appointed two new officials, approved a 12‑item consent agenda, and authorized several financial actions including a site plan for Menard Automotive, surety bonds, sponsorship agreements, and payroll and disbursement payments. All motions carried with unanimous votes.

• Appointed Bill Byerley as ESDA Director (7 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Appointed Roy “Skip” Minger to Fire & Police Commission (7 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved 12‑item consent agenda (7 Ayes, 0 Nays; 1 Abstain on Item B)
• Approved site plan for Menard Automotive, 12635 Harvey Drive (7 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved surety for Menard Automotive $44,468.75, exp May 12 2027 (7 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved surety for 441 DeGroate Road $151,633.75, exp May 12 2027 (7 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved sponsorship agreement with Kona Ice ($50,000 annually) (7 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved bi‑monthly disbursements $3,121,670.29 and payroll $507,209.34 (7 Ayes, 0 Nays)

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The New Lenox Safe Community Coalition's Suicide Prevention and Awareness Task Group met to review recent mental health training programs and plan upcoming events. They noted that 342 citizens have completed Mental Health First Aid and that 28 are registered for the May 12 safeTALK training. The group also discussed the proposed 'Pathway to Hope and Healing' event on September 21, 2022, featuring breakout sessions and a keynote on suicide prevention.

• 342 citizens have completed Mental Health First Aid through the Sertoma Centre partnership
• safeTALK training scheduled for May 12, 2022 with 28 registered
• Believe You Can 5K Run/Walk for mental health set for May 21, 2022 at New Lenox Commons
• 'A Pathway to Hope and Healing' event proposed for Sept 21, 2022 at Lincoln-Way West High School
• New Illinois DPH youth suicide prevention web pages reviewed

The Suicide Prevention and Awareness Task Group approved the minutes from its March 15, 2022 meeting after a motion by Mike Mecozzi was seconded by Gloria Bodnar and carried. The group also reviewed upcoming trainings, events, and web resources, but no additional actions were voted on.

• Approved March 15, 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted 4‑1‑1 to grant CoVantage Credit Union a variance reducing the required distance between electronic message signs from 500 ft to 270 ft at 1000 East Lincoln Highway. The public hearing was formally closed and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved March 18, 2025 ZBA minutes (voice vote, Wheeler abstained)
• Approved variance reducing EMC sign distance to 270 ft at 1000 E. Lincoln Hwy (4‑1‑1)
• Approved motion to close the public hearing (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Plan Commission

The commission voted to approve a Special Use Permit for a 5‑megawatt rooftop solar facility at 2250 Berens Drive, subject to seven staff‑recommended conditions. The meeting also approved the March 18 minutes, opened and later closed the public hearing, and adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved Special Use Permit for rooftop solar (unanimous)
• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (voice vote, one abstention)
• Opened public hearing on solar permit (voice vote)
• Closed public hearing (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review second readings for several zoning and special use ordinances. Discussions include development plats for Spring Creek and Lakes Park, as well as various agreements related to the Crossroads Sports Complex.

• Second read of P.U.D. Plats for Spring Creek Phases 2 & 3 and Lakes Park Phase 1
• Rezoning and special use permit for 18233 Gougar Road
• Special use for outdoor patio at 1300 North Cedar Road (Hog Wild)
• Sponsorship agreements for Crossroads Sports Complex with Joey’s Red Hots and Phillip’s Chevrolet
• Request for building permit fee waiver for New Lenox Public Library

The New Lenox Board of Trustees approved a 13‑item consent agenda covering special use permits, rezoning, and purchases. They waived permit fees for the library café renovation and adopted ordinances for an outdoor patio and a final PUD plat for Lakes Park Phase 1. The board also set surety for Lakes Park, granted a 90‑day extension for Spring Creek Phase 1, and approved several sponsorship and naming‑rights resolutions for the Crossroads Sports Complex.

• Approved 13‑item consent agenda (AYES 6, ABSTAIN 1)
• Waived $3,950 permit fees for New Lenox Library café renovation (AYES 6)
• Approved Ordinance #3184 granting outdoor patio special use at 1300 N Cedar Rd (AYES 6)
• Approved Ordinance #3185 granting final PUD plat for Lakes Park Phase 1 (AYES 6)
• Set surety for Lakes Park Phase 1 at $5,655,211.74 (AYES 6)
• Approved 90‑day extension for Spring Creek Phase 1 surety and final PUD (AYES 6)
• Approved sponsorship resolutions with Joey’s Red Hots, Phillip’s Chevrolet, and Wintrust naming rights (each AYES 6)
• Approved amendment to sale of 3‑acre parcel adjacent to Crossroads Sports Complex, reducing price up to $150,000 (AYES 6)

Police Pension Board

The New Lenox Police Pension Board will review financial reports and investment accounts, consider approval of disbursements totaling $4,592.50 to legal and accounting firms, and discuss actuarial services and annual administrative requirements. Items also include an update on scheduling a disabled officer's annual exam and election of an active trustee.

• Approval of disbursements: Puchalski Goodloe legal retainer $612.50; Lauterbach & Amen accounting services $470 (1099s) and $1,170/month for Jan–Mar 2025
• Discussion of Foster & Foster actuarial services
• Update on scheduling annual exam for disabled police officer Jeffrey J. Casper
• Annual verifications of eligibility for beneficiaries
• Authorization of annual Department of Insurance report and review of board administrative rules

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees is meeting as a Council of the Whole. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of call to order, pledges, roll call, public comments, and an executive session for personnel, litigation, and land acquisition matters. No specific action items, ordinances, or contracts are listed for discussion.

• Executive session for matters of personnel (2(c)(1))
• Executive session for matters of litigation (2(c)(11))
• Executive session for matters of land acquisitions (2(c)(5))

Plan Commission

The April 15, 2025 Plan Commission/ZBA meetings have been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is May 6, 2025.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 2025-2026 budget and the Spencer Meadows annexation agreement. Members will also consider various zoning requests, liquor license creations, and property sales.

• Public hearing and adoption of the FY 2025-2026 Annual Budget
• Annexation agreement and P.U.D. plat for Spencer Meadows
• Sale of real estate at 250 E. Maple Street to New Lenox EMS Properties, LLC
• Special use permits for massage establishments at 330 W. Maple Street and 318 Alana Drive
• Creation of liquor licenses for The Vine and Crossroads Sports Complex

The April 14, 2025 Board of Trustees meeting agenda listed items such as budget hearings, annexation agreements, and various ordinance considerations. The minutes do not record any votes, approvals, or other outcomes for these items. Consequently, no substantive decisions were documented.

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission and ZBA meetings scheduled for April 1, 2025, have been cancelled. The next meetings are scheduled for April 15, 2025.

Safe Community Coalition

The New Lenox Safe Community Coalition is reviewing reports from task groups focused on domestic violence, substance use, traffic safety, suicide prevention, and emergency preparedness. The body is coordinating a series of educational presentations and training classes for residents through October 2025.

• Severe Weather Preparedness Training, Health and Safety Expo, and Touch-a-Truck on April 2, 2025, at Lincoln-Way WEST High School
• Domestic Violence 101 Zoom presentation on March 27, 2025
• Teen Substance Use presentation on March 31, 2025
• ThinkFirst for Parents of Teen Drivers Zoom presentation on April 17, 2025
• Stop the Bleed classes scheduled for April 9, July 29, and October 8, 2025

Gloria Bodner moved to approve the minutes from the January 29, 2025 meeting, and Marie Kress seconded the motion. After no further discussion, the motion carried and the minutes were approved. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved January 29, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees will review several land-use ordinances, including special use requests for massage establishments and a restaurant patio. The board is also considering engineering proposals for a pump station and a quiet zone reaffirmation.

• Rezoning request for 328 East Lincoln Highway
• Special use requests for massage establishments at 330 West Maple Street and 318 Alana Drive
• Special use and variance requests for Tru Country Bar & Grille at 222 West Maple Street
• Final P.U.D. Plat requests for Spring Creek Phases 2 & 3 and Lakes Park Unit 1
• Engineering proposals for STP #3 Pump Station and Southwest Service Quiet Zone Reaffirmation

The New Lenox Board of Trustees voted to approve the nine‑item consent agenda. Items approved include a resolution to join the State Rock Salt Joint Purchasing Program, contracts for sports equipment, a computer network, HVAC software, and an Audacy Radio sponsorship, as well as an ordinance creating a Class TE liquor license. The motion carried with 7 AYES, 0 NAYS and some trustees abstaining on two items. No other ordinances were adopted at this meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 24, 2025 meeting (Item A)
• Approved minutes of March 10, 2025 meeting (Item B)
• Approved resolution authorizing participation in the State of Illinois Rock Salt Joint Purchasing Program (Item D)
• Approved proposal for sports equipment for Crossroads Sports Complex – H2I Group (Item E)
• Approved contract for computer network for Crossroads Sports Complex – Noble Tec (Item F)
• Approved ordinance creating a Class TE liquor license for Providence Catholic High School fundraising gala (Item G)
• Approved proposal for Village Hall HVAC front‑end software – Building Automation Systems (Item H)
• Approved Audacy Radio Network sponsorship agreement (Item I)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a temporary use permit for Bothwell Farms' farm stand at 1259 North Cedar Road, allowing it to operate from May 1 to October 31, subject to eight conditions in the staff report. The board also approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved temporary use for Bothwell Farms farm stand (voice vote)
• Approved March 4, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, Dalseth abstaining)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission recommended approval of the final P.U.D. plat and subdivision monument sign for Lakes Park Phase 1, a 44.34-acre development with 46 single-family lots, 30 duplex units, and 60 townhome units. It also recommended approval of a rezoning and special use for a horse at 18233 Gougar Road, and approved annexation and a preliminary P.U.D. plat for Spencer Meadows, a 21.65-acre subdivision with 55 homes. Additionally, it granted a special use for an outdoor patio at Hog Wild restaurant.

• Approved final P.U.D. plat for Lakes Park Phase 1 (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved subdivision monument sign for Lakes Park (voice vote, motion carried)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 18233 Gougar Road from AG to E District (6-0)
• Recommended approval of special use for one horse at 18233 Gougar Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval of annexation for Spencer Meadows (6-0)
• Adopted Findings of Fact for Spencer Meadows (6-0)
• Recommended approval of preliminary P.U.D. plat for Spencer Meadows (6-0)
• Granted special use for outdoor patio at Hog Wild (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the FY 2025-2026 budget and the 2025 MFTP program. The meeting includes an executive session to address personnel, litigation, and land acquisitions.

• Discussion of FY 2025-2026 Budget
• Discussion of 2025 MFTP Program
• Executive session on personnel
• Executive session on litigation
• Executive session on land acquisitions

The New Lenox Board of Trustees held a Council of the Whole meeting to discuss the FY 2025-2026 budget and the 2025 Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) program. No formal votes were taken; the items were presented for discussion only. The budget presentation highlighted a balanced operating budget with revenues covering expenses, a 10-month general fund reserve, and planned capital projects including the Crossroads Sports Complex, sewer and water improvements, and road resurfacing.

• Discussed FY 2025-2026 budget, no formal action taken
• Discussed 2025 MFT program street resurfacing list, no formal action taken

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The Emergency Preparedness Task Group is meeting to approve minutes from January and receive updates on CERT and SAR activities. They are planning several upcoming events including the 2025 Severe Weather Preparedness / Health and Safety Expo / Touch-a-Truck on April 2 at Lincoln-Way West High School, as well as multiple Stop the Bleed classes and a new CERT class in fall. No new ordinances or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2025 Task Group meeting
• Update on New Lenox CERT activities: recent training, Wreaths Across America, DEA workshop, Narcan training, and upcoming events (Loyalty Day Parade, monthly training)
• Update on New Lenox SAR activities: recent IFAK assembly, tabletop exercise, evidence search assist, and upcoming navigation exercise
• Planning for 2025 Severe Weather Preparedness Expo/Touch-a-Truck on April 2, 5-9 pm at Lincoln-Way West High School, with training from 7-9 pm
• Scheduling of multiple 'Stop the Bleed' classes (April 9, July 29, October 8) and a new CERT Class #21 (Sept 9-Oct 2, plus final exercise Oct 4)

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The Older Adults Falls Prevention Task Group will review minutes, welcome new volunteer coaches and a physical therapy instructor, and plan upcoming programs including Matter of Balance classes, Fit and Strong!, Seniors With Sole, and a fall awareness event. New coaches have been trained and class schedules and locations are being finalized.

• Welcome of new 'A Matter of Balance' coaches Dani Madon and Karen McHale and Fit and Strong instructor Natalie Estrada
• Matter of Balance Class #56 scheduled April 7-30 at Village Hall
• Matter of Balance Class #57 seeking alternate dates after library scheduling conflict
• Fit and Strong! Class #11 planned June 2-July 25 at Spencer Campus, awaiting insurance certificate
• One Fall Can Change It All event planned for September 17, seeking planning team

The Older Adults Falls Prevention Task Group approved the January 15, 2025 meeting minutes. They discussed scheduling for upcoming 'A Matter of Balance' and 'Fit and Strong!' classes, with some location issues for Class #57 to be resolved. The group also noted Dan Martin's retirement and planned a CPR refresher for the next meeting.

• Approved January 15, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Bodnar, second by Thompson)
• Scheduled 'A Matter of Balance' Class #56 for April 7-30 at Village Hall
• Discussed location options for 'A Matter of Balance' Class #57 (library unavailable)
• Scheduled 'Fit and Strong!' Class #11 for June 2-July 25 at Spencer Campus
• Scheduled 'Seniors With Sole' program for June 3-July 24 at New Lenox Commons
• Agreed to eliminate raffle prizes for 'Seniors With Sole' final session
• Set date for 'One Fall Can Change It All' event on September 17
• Reserved Village Hall for October 'A Matter of Balance' class

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The New Lenox Safe Community Coalition Suicide Prevention and Awareness Task Group will review past trainings (safeTALK, VA S.A.V.E.) and discuss scheduling multiple upcoming presentations and classes for 2025, including Mental Health 101, QPR, RELAX, and ASIST. They will also decide on a grief support presentation format and date.

• Discussion on selecting a grief presentation by Lightways Hospice: 'The Grief Experience – How to Cope' or 'How to Support Someone Who Is Grieving'
• Mental Health 101 scheduled March 20, 2025 (Council Chambers, Village Hall)
• Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) class scheduled April 3, 2025 via Zoom
• RELAX: 5 Tips to Master Anxiety presentation scheduled April 10, 2025 (Community Room)
• Two-day Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST) class scheduled June 18-19, 2025

The Suicide Prevention and Awareness Task Group approved the November 2024 meeting minutes and scheduled multiple 2025 training sessions, including Mental Health First Aid, safeTALK, and ASIST. The group also agreed to form a planning team in May for the 'Pathway to Hope and Healing' event. No formal votes were taken on these items; decisions were made by consensus.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Kress, second by Bodnar)
• Scheduled Mental Health 101 for March 20, 2025 at Village Hall Council Chambers
• Scheduled QPR training for April 3, 2025 via Zoom
• Scheduled RELAX presentation for April 10, 2025 at Village Hall Community Room
• Scheduled Mental Health First Aid (Adult) for May 21, 2025 at Village Hall
• Scheduled ASIST training for June 18-19, 2025 at Village Hall (both days required)
• Scheduled Mental Health First Aid (Youth) for October 7, 2025 at Village Hall
• Agreed to form planning team in May 2025 for 'Pathway to Hope and Healing' event

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The Motor Vehicle/Traffic Safety Task Group will review the November 2024 teen driver presentation and the final Rules of the Road course. They will also discuss scheduling a 'ThinkFirst For Parents of Teen Drivers' presentation on April 17, 2025, and a future rail safety presentation by Metra. Future program ideas include mobile DMV, refresher courses, and bicycle safety.

• Review of 'Teen Driver? What Every Parent Should Know' presentation with 234 registrants (Nov 20, 2024)
• Final Rules of the Road Review Course held Nov 21, 2024 at New Lenox Village Hall
• Upcoming 'ThinkFirst For Parents of Teen Drivers' presentation on April 17, 2025 via Zoom
• Operation Lifesaver (Rail Safety) presentation by Metra's Carl Cicero, date TBD
• Future program ideas: mobile DMV, Rules of the Road refresher, senior vehicle inspections, bicycle safety

The Motor Vehicle/Traffic Safety Task Group approved the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming programs, including a ThinkFirst teen driver presentation on April 17, 2025, and planning for an Operation Lifesaver rail safety session. Chair Dan Martin announced his retirement and a transition plan.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Mihalovich, second by Dellamano)
• Scheduled ThinkFirst For Parents of Teen Drivers presentation for April 17, 2025 via Zoom
• Planning Operation Lifesaver rail safety presentation with Metra's Carl Cicero
• Noted no task group meeting was held on January 14, 2025

Board of Trustees

The Village Board will vote on a consent agenda including a proclamation, then take up 17 order-of-business items. Key discussions include a first reading of an ordinance to create a Class D2 liquor license for Firewater, approval of a site plan and plat for Lots 8 & 9 in Plank Trail Industrial Center, and multiple agreements and bids for the Crossroads Sports Complex and other infrastructure projects. An executive session is planned for personnel, litigation, and land acquisition matters.

• Ordinance creating Class D2 liquor license for Firewater (1st reading)
• Site plan approval for Lots 8 & 9, Plank Trail Industrial Center
• Bid award for demolition of 250 E. Maple Street
• Sponsorship agreements with Lenny's Gas N Wash and Kozol Brothers for Crossroads Sports Complex
• Proposals for low-voltage wiring, hydrant bolt replacement, AC unit replacement at Francis Road Pump Station, VFD replacement at Spencer Road Pump Station

The New Lenox Board of Trustees approved a Class D2 liquor license for Firewater BBQ & Brew at 280 E Lincoln Highway, waiving the second reading. The board also approved a site plan, plat of vacation, and surety for two industrial buildings in Plank Trail Industrial Center, and authorized several agreements and purchases, including a $398,700 low-voltage wiring contract for the Crossroads Sports Complex.

• Approved Ordinance #3171 creating Class D2 liquor license for Firewater BBQ & Brew (4-0)
• Approved site plan for Lots 8 & 9 Plank Trail Industrial Center (4-0)
• Approved plat of vacation for Lots 8 & 9 Plank Trail Industrial Center (4-0)
• Approved setting of surety of $70,587.50 for Lots 8 & 9 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #25-16 with Chicago Street Markets for Farmers Market (4-0)
• Approved sponsorship agreement with Lenny's Gas N Wash ($48,500/year for 5 years) (4-0)
• Approved bid award to Donegal Demolition for $226,200 for 250 E. Maple Street demolition (4-0)
• Approved proposal from Low Voltage Solutions for $398,700 for low-voltage wiring at Crossroads Sports Complex (4-0)

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss an ordinance for a Class D2 liquor license for Firewater and site approvals for the Plank Trail Industrial Center. The meeting includes several sponsorship and use agreements for the Crossroads Sports Complex and various public works infrastructure repairs.

• Ordinance creating a Class D2 Liquor License for Firewater
• Site plan, plat of dedication, and surety for Lots 8 & 9 Plank Trail Industrial Center
• Bid award for demolition at 250 E. Maple Street
• Sponsorship agreements with Lenny’s Gas N Wash, LLC and Kozol Brothers, Inc. for Crossroads Sports Complex
• Infrastructure proposals for Francis Road and Spencer Road pump stations

The New Lenox Board of Trustees approved a new Class D2 liquor license for Firewater BBQ & Brew, waived the second reading, and approved several contracts including a site plan, plat of vacation, and surety for the Plank Trail Industrial Center. They also approved agreements for the Farmers Market, Magna-Tiles event, and multiple sponsorships and equipment purchases. All votes were 4-0 with three trustees absent.

• Approved Ordinance #3171 creating Class D2 liquor license for Firewater BBQ & Brew (4-0)
• Approved site plan for Lots 8 & 9 Plank Trail Industrial Center (4-0)
• Approved plat of vacation for Lots 8 & 9 Plank Trail Industrial Center (4-0)
• Approved setting of surety of $70,587.50 for Lots 8 & 9 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #25-16 with Chicago Street Markets for Farmers Market (4-0)
• Approved agreement with Magna-Tiles for International Day of Play (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #25-17 with Lenny's Gas N Wash for $48,500/year sponsorship (4-0)
• Approved bid award to Donegal Demolition for $226,200 for 250 E. Maple Street demolition (4-0)

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The Substance Use Prevention Task Group is discussing a March 31 presentation on teen substance use and planning its annual 'Your Light Still Shines' event. The group is also determining how to provide educational information regarding Kratom.

• March 31, 2025: 'Teen Substance Use: What’s New and What’s Hidden in Plain Sight' Zoom presentation
• Preliminary planning for the annual 'Your Light Still Shines' event
• Discussion on educational approach to Kratom
• Review of February 6 DEA presentation attended by approximately 65 people
• Review of February 24 Narcan training attended by 118 people

The Substance Use Prevention Task Group approved the January 13, 2025 meeting minutes. They reviewed the success of recent DEA and Narcan training events, and discussed upcoming plans including a March 31 webinar on teen substance use and the annual 'Your Light Still Shines' event. A planning team was formed for the annual event, and the group decided to address Kratom educationally rather than through regulation.

• Approved the January 13, 2025 meeting minutes.
• Formed a planning team for the 2025 'Your Light Still Shines' event.
• Decided to follow the same format for 'Your Light Still Shines' as in past years.
• Decided to address Kratom from an educational standpoint, with the planning team to make final decisions on speakers.

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The Domestic Violence Prevention Task Group is reviewing a past teen dating violence event and planning two upcoming Zoom sessions. Members will outline the format and speakers for a sexual violence awareness event scheduled for April.

• Review of February 25, 2025 'Teen Dating Violence' event attended by approximately 65 people
• Domestic Violence 101 event scheduled for March 27, 2025
• Sexual Violence in a Digital World event scheduled for April 15, 2025
• Discussion of event format, speakers, and learning objectives for the April 15 session

The Domestic Violence Prevention Task Group approved the January 13, 2025 meeting minutes. Members reviewed the successful February 25 Teen Dating Violence event and discussed upcoming programs, including DV 101 on March 27 and Sexual Violence in a Digital World on April 15. The next task group meeting is set for May 12, 2025.

• Approved the January 13, 2025 meeting minutes.
• Scheduled DV 101 for March 27, 2025 via Zoom.
• Scheduled Sexual Violence in a Digital World for April 15, 2025 via Zoom.
• Noted Karina's Law effective May 11, 2025.
• Planned Red Flag Law Training for April 24, 2025.
• Set next task group meeting for May 12, 2025.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding requested variances for a property at 222 Maple Street. The board will also review minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing for parking, building, and landscape variances at 222 Maple Street (Tru Country Bar & Grille)

The New Lenox Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved seven variances for the Tru County Bar & Grille at 222 West Maple Street, reducing required parking from 54 to 26 spaces and adjusting building setbacks and landscape buffers. The approval is subject to three conditions from the Staff Report and requires a separate Special Use Permit. The board also approved the February 4, 2025 minutes.

• Approved February 4, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved parking variance reducing required spaces from 54 to 26 (6-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance for north building (11.5 ft from Route 30) (6-0)
• Approved zero-foot front yard setback for west building wall along Oak Drive (6-0)
• Approved rear addition setback reduction from 20 ft to 0 ft along Oak Drive (6-0)
• Approved landscape buffer reduction along Route 30 from 20 ft to 9.4 ft (6-0)
• Approved landscape buffer reduction along Oak Drive from 20 ft to 0 ft (6-0)
• Approved perimeter buffer reduction from 10 ft to 4.8 ft (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission recommended approval of the final P.U.D. plat for Spring Creek Phases 2 and 3, a 46.80-acre commercial development north of Route 6 and west of I-355, subject to final engineering and landscaping approval. They also recommended rezoning a 1.68-acre property at 328 East Lincoln Highway from R-1 to C-2 and approving its final plat for the M & M Victorian Subdivision. Special Use permits were recommended for massage establishments at 330 West Maple Street and 318 Alana Drive, and for an outdoor patio at Tru Country Bar & Grille at 222 West Maple Street, all with conditions. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved final P.U.D. plat for Spring Creek Phase 2 & 3 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning at 328 East Lincoln Highway from R-1 to C-2 (6-0)
• Approved final plat for M & M Victorian Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Special Use for Zen Wellness Spa at 330 West Maple Street (6-0)
• Approved Special Use for Shine Healing Spa at 318 Alana Drive (6-0)
• Approved Special Use for outdoor patio at Tru Country Bar & Grille at 222 West Maple Street (6-0)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees will consider several agreements and purchases, including real estate and sponsorship deals related to the Crossroads Sports Complex. The board will also review a proposal for FY 2024-2025 audit services.

• Sale of 3 acres adjacent to the New Lenox Crossroads Sports Complex to Govinda Hospitality, LLC
• Audit services proposal for FY 2024-2025 from Sikich LLC
• Sponsorship agreements for Crossroads Sports Complex with Pepsico Beverage Sales, LLC, BEG ADV, Inc./Beggars Pizza, and Silver Cross
• Second Amendment and Restated Development & Cost Sharing Agreement with Vancina and Route 30 LLC
• Use License Agreement with US LAX Events dba True Lacrosse for Crossroads Sports Complex

The New Lenox Board of Trustees unanimously approved a settlement agreement with Pete's Fresh Market, requiring a $200,000 escrow and penalties if construction milestones are missed. The board also approved several other items, including a new water table for the KidsWork Children's Museum, a contract for Christmas decorations, and multiple sponsorship agreements for the Crossroads Sports Complex.

• Approved audit services proposal from Sikich LLC for $63,610 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of water table for KidsWork Children's Museum for $152,670 (7-0)
• Approved Christmas in the Commons décor contract with Artistic Design for $311,043.78 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #25-09 authorizing amended development agreement with Pete's Fresh Market (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #25-10 selling 3 acres to Govinda Hospitality LLC for $1,568,160 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #25-11 with PepsiCo for exclusive pouring rights at sports complex (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #25-12 with Beggars Pizza as exclusive pizza sponsor (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #25-13 with Silver Cross Hospital as sponsor (7-0)

Plan Commission

The February 18, 2025 Plan Commission/ZBA meetings have been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 7:00 P.M.

• Meeting cancelled

Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will review a county special use request for New Lenox Community Energy LLC on Spencer Road. The board is also considering the sale of real estate at 250 E. Maple Street and a well sealing proposal for 114 N. Cedar. Several stop sign installations are up for a second reading.

• County Special Use request: New Lenox Community Energy LLC/Spencer Road
• Real estate sale to 250 Maple E. Maple, LLC (250 E. Maple Street)
• Stop sign installations: Prairie Ridge Way/Primrose Street, Otto Drive/Hancock Drive/Liberty Lane, and Otto Drive/Ogden Road
• Proposal for well sealing at 114 N. Cedar
• Agreement for Online Summer Concert Series Sales with Universe

The New Lenox Board of Trustees approved the sale of 250 E. Maple Street to 250 Maple LLC for $1,000,000, the same amount the Village acquired it. They also approved a $4,770 proposal to seal a well at 114 N. Cedar Road, a two-year online ticket sales agreement with Universe, and a motion not to object to a county special use for a solar facility on Spencer Road. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved sale of 250 E. Maple St. to 250 Maple LLC for $1,000,000 (7-0)
• Approved $4,770 well sealing proposal at 114 N. Cedar Rd. (7-0)
• Approved two-year online concert ticket sales agreement with Universe (7-0)
• Approved motion not to object to county special use for solar facility on Spencer Rd. (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including stop sign ordinances and surety releases (7-0)
• Approved bi-monthly disbursements of $10,871,528.29 and payroll of $503,960.76 (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to approve the minutes from its January 21, 2025 regular meeting. The agenda includes only procedural items: roll call, old business, new business, and public comments, with no specific zoning petitions, variances, or appeals listed for consideration.

• Approval of minutes from the January 21, 2025 regular Zoning Board of Appeals meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions. The board approved the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting, with one abstention, and adjourned shortly after. No old or new business was discussed.

• Approved January 21, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, Raidbard abstaining)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission voted to recommend that the Village not object to a County Special Use request for a ground-mounted commercial solar facility on 25.4 acres of a 35.5-acre parcel west of Spencer Road, subject to 7 conditions in the Staff Report. The motion carried by voice vote. The project, proposed by ECA Solar for New Lenox Community Energy Initiative LLC, includes fencing, landscaping, and a berm to screen it from view.

• Recommended Village not object to County Special Use for solar farm on Spencer Road (voice vote, carried)
• Approved minutes of January 21, 2025, with Jason Raidbard abstaining (voice vote, carried)

Safe Community Coalition

The New Lenox Safe Community Coalition is coordinating a series of public health and safety presentations. The body is planning events focused on domestic violence, substance use, mental health, and emergency preparedness for 2025.

• Decision to address Kratom via public education rather than regulation
• Teen Dating Violence presentation on February 25, 2025
• Narcan training on February 24, 2025, with kit distribution on February 27
• Severe Weather Preparedness Training at Lincoln-Way WEST High School on April 2, 2025
• Multiple 'A Matter of Balance' falls prevention classes scheduled for April and October

The New Lenox Safe Community Coalition met via Zoom and approved the November 20, 2024 minutes. Members heard a personal story from guest speaker Magdalena Campos, a victim advocate, and received updates from task groups. The Substance Use Prevention Task Group decided to address kratom through public education rather than regulation. Various upcoming events and trainings were announced.

• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Gloria Bodnar, seconded by Marie Kress)
• Substance Use Prevention Task Group decided to address kratom via public education, not regulation

Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider a county special use for a solar farm, multiple bid awards for demolitions and engineering services, intergovernmental agreements with IDOT and Will County, and new stop sign installations. The consent agenda includes routine items such as minutes, ordinance amendments for massage establishments, sureties, zoning map adoption, and raffle licenses. The board may also enter closed session for personnel, litigation, and land acquisitions.

• Consideration of County Special Use – New Lenox Gougar Solar 1 & 2
• Consideration for Approval of a Bid Award for Route 30 Development Demolition
• Consideration for Approval of an IGA with IDOT to waive tap-on fee for 1400 West Maple Street
• Consideration for Approval of a Lease Agreement with Perry Weather – Crossroads Sports Complex
• Consideration of three stop sign ordinances (first reads) at Prairie Ridge Way/Primrose, Otto Drive/Hancock/Liberty, and Otto/Ogden

The New Lenox Board of Trustees voted 6-0 to file an objection to a county special use permit for the New Lenox Gougar Solar 1 & 2 project, citing inconsistency with the Village's Comprehensive Plan. The board also approved a $114,950 bid award to ADM Demolition for the Route 30 Development Demolition Project, and approved several other contracts and resolutions, including a weather warning system lease and a janitorial contract extension. All votes were 6-0 with Trustee Wilson absent.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Objected to county special use for New Lenox Gougar Solar 1 & 2 (6-0)
• Approved $114,950 bid award to ADM Demolition for Route 30 demolition (6-0)
• Approved $18,500 engineering proposal for CN Quiet Zone recertification (6-0)
• Approved bid extension for 250 E. Maple Street demolition (6-0)
• Approved IGA with IDOT to waive tap-on fee for 1400 W. Maple Street (6-0)
• Approved 3-year Perry Weather lease for Crossroads Sports Complex (6-0)
• Approved $40,715.75 line scrubber purchase and waived bidding (6-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Village of New Lenox Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, confirm a new commissioner, and discuss interests for 2025. No major decisions, public hearings, or financial items are on the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Approval of new commissioner appointment
• Discussion of 2025 interests and priorities

Police Pension Board

The New Lenox Police Pension Board is meeting to handle routine financial and administrative matters, including approving disbursements, reviewing investments, and setting the 2025/2026 budget. They will also discuss annual COLA increases, a disabled officer's exam, and vendor contracts. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of disbursements totaling $11,631.25, including $3,510 to Lauterbach & Amen for accounting services and $4,000 to the Village for audit fees
• Discussion of 2025/2026 budget
• Approval of annual COLA increases
• Schedule annual exam for disabled police officer Jeffery J. Casper
• Update appointment of two authorized agents

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to approve the minutes from its January 7, 2025 meeting. No new business, old business, or other items are listed on the agenda, making this a purely procedural session with an opportunity for public comment.

• Approval of minutes from the January 7, 2025 regular meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting was procedural only. Members approved the minutes from the January 7, 2025 meeting by voice vote. No old or new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned immediately after.

• Approved January 7, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission voted to recommend that the Village object to a Will County special use request for two ground-mounted solar projects (New Lenox Gougar Solar 1 & 2) on about 75 acres at the southeast corner of Gougar Road and West Haven Avenue. The recommendation was based on concerns that the project conflicts with the Village's Comprehensive Plan, which designates the area for residential use, and potential glare, aesthetic, and maintenance issues. The motion carried by voice vote.

• Approved minutes of January 7, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Recommended Village object to County Special Use for solar farm (voice vote)

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board of Trustees will hold a routine meeting with only procedural items, including roll call, public comments, and an executive session for personnel, litigation, and land acquisition matters. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The Older Adults Falls Prevention Task Group is meeting to discuss and plan several evidence-based falls prevention programs for 2025, including coach training and multiple 'A Matter of Balance' classes, 'Fit and Strong!', and 'Seniors With Sole'. The group also needs to establish a date and location for the signature event 'One Fall Can Change It All'. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and an announcement remembering Laura Regis.

• "A Matter of Balance" Coach Refresher Training scheduled for Feb 26, 2025 at Village Hall
• "A Matter of Balance" NEW Coach Class on Feb 11-12, 2025
• "A Matter of Balance" Class #56 set for April 7-30, 2025 (Mondays and Wednesdays)
• "Fit and Strong!" Class #11 tentatively planned for summer 2025 at Spencer Campus
• Signature event "One Fall Can Change It All" date and location to be determined

The Older Adults Falls Prevention Task Group approved the November 13, 2024 meeting minutes. Members discussed honoring the late co-chair Laura Regis, including renaming the 'One Fall Can Change It All' event and using her saying 'Stay Upright,' with a decision deferred to the March 12, 2025 meeting. They scheduled multiple upcoming programs, including 'A Matter of Balance' coach trainings and classes, 'Fit and Strong!', 'Seniors With Sole', and the annual event, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Lori Gibson, seconded by Gloria Bodnar)
• Scheduled MOB Coach Refresher Training for Feb 26, 2025 at Village Hall
• Scheduled MOB New Coach Class for Feb 11-12, 2025
• Scheduled MOB Class #56 for Apr 7-30, 2025
• Scheduled 'Fit and Strong!' Class #11 for Jun 2-Jul 25, 2025
• Scheduled 'Seniors With Sole' for Jun 3-Jul 24, 2025
• Deferred decision on renaming 'One Fall Can Change It All' event to March 12, 2025

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The Emergency Preparedness Task Group will review past CERT and SAR activities and discuss new programs. New business includes planning the 2025 Severe Weather Preparedness Expo on April 2 at Lincoln-Way West High School, multiple 'Stop the Bleed' classes, a Home Safety and Personal Defense class, and a new CERT Class #21. The group is also seeking new emergency preparedness programs and collaborative partners.

• 2025 Severe Weather Preparedness / Health and Safety Expo / Touch-a-Truck on April 2 at Lincoln-Way West High School
• 'Stop the Bleed' class dates: April 9, July 29, October 8 at New Lenox Village Hall
• CERT Class #21 scheduled for September and October 2025 (Tues/Thurs evenings)
• Home Safety and Personal Defense class by Joe Malone on April 29
• Surviving an Active Shooter Encounter class by Joe Malone on October 16

The Emergency Preparedness Task Group approved the November 13, 2024 meeting minutes as presented. Members reviewed CERT and SAR activity updates and discussed upcoming 2025 events, including a Severe Weather Preparedness Expo and multiple training classes. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Bill Byerley, seconded by Dan Martin)

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The Suicide Prevention and Awareness Task Group is scheduling a series of educational presentations and training classes for 2025. The group is also discussing the selection of a grief support presentation and planning for World Suicide Prevention Week in September.

• QPR class on April 3, 2025
• RELAX: 5 Tips to Master Anxiety presentation on April 10, 2025
• Mental Health First Aid (Adult) on May 21, 2025
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST) on June 18-19, 2025
• Mental Health First Aid (Youth) on October 7, 2025

Board of Trustees

The New Lenox Village Board will hold a regular meeting on January 13, 2025. They will consider a construction services proposal for Phase III water main replacement, multiple use license agreements for the Crossroads Sports Complex, and second-reading ordinances for the Spring Creek Planned Unit Development. The board will also swear in a new police officer and discuss first-reading amendments to massage establishment code.

• Swearing in of Police Officer Michael Whitlock
• Consideration of building permit fee waiver for Providence Catholic High School
• Proposal for Phase III water main replacement construction services (Ash to North Streets & Cooper Road to Wood Street)
• Use license agreements with Athletx Sports Group, Perfect Game, and USSSA at Crossroads Sports Complex
• Second reading of ordinances for Spring Creek PUD preliminary and final plats

The New Lenox Board of Trustees approved all agenda items, including the Spring Creek preliminary and final PUD plats, a recapture agreement, and plat dedications for Silver Cross Boulevard. The board also authorized three sports tournament license agreements expected to bring in $848,200, and approved a $444,029 outdoor activity area purchase for KidsWork Children's Museum. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved waiver of $4,439.48 building permit fee for Providence Catholic High School bleachers (7-0)
• Approved site plan at 441 DeGroate Road for MD Transport (7-0)
• Approved surety of $17,627.50 for 441 DeGroate Road (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance #3162 granting Special Use for Preliminary P.U.D. Plat – Spring Creek (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance #3163 granting Special Use for Final P.U.D. Plat – Spring Creek Phase 1 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance #3164 authorizing recapture agreement for Spring Creek (7-0)
• Approved $165,840 construction services proposal for water main replacement (7-0)
• Approved $444,029 purchase for KidsWork Children's Museum outdoor activity area (7-0)

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The Substance Use Prevention Task Group will continue discussion on kratom, review a new NIH study on adolescent drug use, and plan an upcoming DEA presentation on the opioid epidemic scheduled for February 6, 2025 at New Lenox Village Hall. The group will also consider scheduling a Narcan training and a repeat of a teen substance use presentation.

• Continued discussion on kratom and next steps
• DEA presentation on February 6, 2025 featuring 'One Pill Can Kill' vehicle and K-9 demonstration
• Inquiry about scheduling a Narcan training in late February or March 2025
• Preliminary discussion of 'Your Light Still Shines' 2025 event
• Approval of minutes from November 11, 2024 meeting

The Substance Use Prevention Task Group discussed Kratom and agreed to pursue an educational approach rather than a legislative ban, with Kirsten Leininger volunteering to present on the topic. The group also approved the November 11, 2024 meeting minutes and scheduled a DEA presentation for February 6, 2025.

• Approved November 11, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Kress, second by Burke)
• Agreed to take an educational approach to Kratom, not a ban
• Kirsten Leininger volunteered to present on Kratom for adults
• Scheduled DEA presentation for February 6, 2025 at New Lenox Village Hall
• Dan Martin and Dr. Burke to meet after meeting to set Narcan training date
• Planning team to be formed for 2025 'Your Light Still Shines' event

Safe Community Coalition Task Groups

The Domestic Violence Prevention Task Group will discuss whether to reschedule a cancelled 'Teen Dating Violence' presentation and secure a speaker for the January 29 Coalition meeting. They will also plan awareness activities for Teen Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Domestic Violence months in 2025.

• Decision on rescheduling the cancelled Oct 29 'Teen Dating Violence' event
• Securing a speaker for the Jan 29 Coalition meeting
• Planning for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (Feb 2025)
• Planning for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (Apr 2025) and Domestic Violence Awareness Month (Oct 2025)
• Discussion of additional activities: 5K, Candlelight Bowl, Rally/Vigil, collaborate with Ladies Night Out

The Domestic Violence Prevention Task Group approved the November 2024 minutes and decided to reschedule the cancelled teen dating violence event to February 25, 2025, via Zoom. The event will feature three speakers, with no law enforcement officer. The group also discussed future events and a potential guest speaker for the January 29 coalition meeting.

• Approved November 11, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Rescheduled teen dating violence event to Feb. 25, 2025, 7-8:30pm via Zoom
• Confirmed speakers for rescheduled event: Alicia Guerrero, Jenny Guiney, Marie Goulet
• Decided no law enforcement officer will speak at rescheduled event
• Discussed potential guest speaker Magdalena Campos for Jan. 29 coalition meeting (pending confirmation)

Parking & Traffic Advisory Board

The Parking and Traffic Advisory Board will discuss and consider new business items including proposed parking restrictions on the south side of Kimber Drive and three stop sign requests at Prairie Ridge Way and Primrose Street, Otto Drive and Hancock Drive/Liberty Lane, and Otto Drive and Ogden Road. The meeting may also include discussion and old business.

• Parking restrictions proposed on south side of Kimber Drive
• Stop sign request at Prairie Ridge Way and Primrose Street
• Stop sign request at Otto Drive and Hancock Drive/Liberty Lane
• Stop sign request at Otto Drive and Ogden Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The New Lenox Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a regular meeting with only procedural items on the agenda: call to order, roll call, approval of previous minutes, old business, new business, public comments, and adjournment. No specific rezonings, public hearings, or other substantive items are scheduled for this meeting.

• No specific items listed; agenda is procedural only.

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a brief regular meeting, approving the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting as presented, with one abstention. No old or new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening.

• Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote, Hawkins abstaining)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a text amendment regulating massage establishments, and will also consider the annual zoning map update. The meeting includes approval of minutes from November 19, 2024, and other routine business.

• Public hearing on text amendment for massage establishments
• Annual zoning map update
• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024 regular meeting

The Plan Commission voted unanimously to recommend a text amendment requiring massage establishments to be classified as a Special Use in C-2, C-3, and C-7 districts, with massage as a permitted accessory use in C-1. The recommendation will go to the Village Board on January 13. The Commission also recommended adoption of the Annual Zoning Map reflecting 2024 changes.

• Approved minutes of November 19, 2024 (voice vote, Hawkins abstaining)
• Recommended text amendment for massage establishments as Special Use (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of Annual Zoning Map (voice vote)