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Palos ParkIL averageUS Census ACS
Population
4,832
Per-capita income
$83,954
Median home value
$469,900
Bachelor's or higher
49%
Typical home value $557,748 +10.1% yr/yr · +33.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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20252 housing units ($1.4M)

Recent meetings

Wed Aug 26, 2026

Library Board

Library board to review fundraising plan and July minutes

The Palos Park Public Library Board is holding a special meeting to adopt the agenda, hear public comments, and take action on the minutes from the July 15th board meeting. The board will also discuss an update on the fundraising action plan checklist, followed by an executive session and adjournment. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy or financial decisions listed.

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PALOS PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY SPECIAL BOARD MEETING Wednesday August 26TH, 2026 5:00 PM Community Room 12330 Forest Glen Blvd 708-448-1530 AGENDA 1. Call to Order. 2. Adoption of the Agenda. ACTION 3. Public Comments. 4. Review Minutes of the Board Meeting July 15th, 2026. ACTION. 5. Old Business. a. Fundraising Action Plan Checklist Update. DISCUSSION. 7. Executive Session. 8. Adjournment. ACTION. Any person needing accommodation for a disability to attend a library board meeting at the library should contact the Library Director at (708 )448-1530 not less than 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Mon Aug 24, 2026

Village Council

Council to vote on water/sewer rate change and sewer-only service charge

The Palos Park Village Council is meeting to consider routine approvals and reports. Key items include a proclamation for Constitution Week, approval of a $159,168.28 warrant list, an ordinance amending water and sewer rates (specifically for sewer-only customers), and a change order increasing a sewer contract by $10,865.00. The agenda also includes various departmental reports and a public comment period.

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REVISED 8/21/2026 Monday, August 24, 2026 6:30 PM Kaptur Administrative Center 1) CALL TO ORDER 2) ROLL CALL 3) ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM 4) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5) APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Regular Council meeting of August 10, 2026 6) RECOGNITION/PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS A. To Proclaim September 17 – 23, 2026 Constitution Week in the Village of Palos Park 7) HEARINGS 8) CONSENT AGENDA All items on the consent agenda are routine or have been brought forward at the direction of the Board of Commissioners and will be enacted with one motion. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately A. To approve payment of invoices on the Warrant List dated August 24, 2026 in the amount of $159,168.28 9) OLD BUSINESS 10) BOARD, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS 11) INFORMATION & UPDATES A. Public Works and Streets, Recreation Report 1. To adopt Ordinance 2026-10 “An Ordinance Amending Part Ten, Title Four, Chapter 1040, Section 1040.27 Of The Palos Park Village Code In Regard To Water And Sewer Rates.” The Ordinance states the service charge for residents who are only connected to the Village’s sanitary sewer system and not connected to water MEETING AGENDA Village Council Mayor Nicole Milovich-Walters Village Clerk Kathy Williams Commissioner Mike Wade Commissioner Dan Polk Commissioner Rebecca Petan Commissioner Jay Vincent 2. T …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026

Plan Commission

Palos Park Plan Commission August meeting cancelled

The regularly scheduled Plan Commission meeting for Thursday, August 20, 2026, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.

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8999 W. 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL 60464 - Ph (708) 671-3700 - Fax (708) 448-9542 - www.palospark.org NICOLE MILOVICH-WALTERS Mayor KATHY WILLIAMS Village Clerk JEANNINE M. SMITH Village Manager Village Commissioners MIKE WADE Accounts & Finances REBECCA PETAN Public Works & Streets, Recreation DAN POLK Public Health & Safety JAY VINCENT Building & Public Property THE VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK REGULARLY SCHEDULED PLAN COMMISSION MEETING FOR THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 IS CANCELLED. THERE ARE NO AGENDA ITEMS.
Wed Aug 19, 2026

Library Board

Library board to review finances, policies, and director goals

The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will take action on the agenda, approve the July meeting minutes, and approve the monthly financial report including bill payments. Discussions are scheduled on a fundraising update, a policy review update, and library director goals, followed by an executive session.

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PALOS PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Wednesday August 20th, 2026 5:00 PM Community Room 12330 Forest Glen Blvd 708-448-1530 AGENDA 1. Call to Order. 2. Adoption of the Agenda. ACTION 3. Public Comments. 4. Library Director’s Report. 5. Correspondence. 6. Approve Minutes of the Board Meeting July 15th, 2026. ACTION. 7. Review of the Monthly Financial Report. a. Payment of Bills for July 15h-August 19th, 2026 b. Monthly Statements for July of 2026. ACTION. 9. Old Business. a. Fundraising Update. DISCUSSION. b. Policy Review Update. DISCUSSION. c. Library Director Goals. DISCUSSION. d. 10. Executive Session. Any person needing accommodation for a disability to attend a library board meeting at the library should contact the Library Director at (708 )448-1530 not less than 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Mon Aug 17, 2026

Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee

Committee finalizes recommendations for welcoming program

The Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review recent home visits and finalize its report to the Village Council, including recommendations on committee size, term lengths, annual budget, and official name. The committee will also assemble goodie bags and handle other business.

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Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Notice & Agenda Meeting Location Village of Palos Park 8999 W. 123rd Street July 20, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. I. Call to Order & Roll Call II. Review & Approve July 20, 2026 Meeting Minutes III. Recent Home Visits Recap IV. Final Report to Village Council a. Recommendations i. Number of Committee Members ii. Term Lengths iii. Annual Budget iv. Official Committee Name V. Goodie Bag Assembly VI. Other Business VII. Next Meeting Date VIII. Adjournment
Wed Aug 12, 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

Palos Park ZBA August 12 meeting cancelled, no agenda items

The regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for Wednesday, August 12, 2026, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.

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8999 W. 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL 60464 - Ph (708) 671-3700 - Fax (708) 448-9542 - www.palospark.org NICOLE MILOVICH-WALTERS Mayor KATHY WILLIAMS Village Clerk JEANNINE M. SMITH Village Manager Village Commissioners MIKE WADE Accounts & Finances REBECCA PETAN Public Works & Streets, Recreation DAN POLK Public Health & Safety JAY VINCENT Building & Public Property THE VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK REGULARLY SCHEDULED ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS (ZBA) MEETING FOR WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026 IS CANCELLED. THERE ARE NO AGENDA ITEMS.
Tue Aug 11, 2026

Police Pension Board

Palos Park Police Pension Board to review investments, elect officers

The Palos Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, bills, and investment reports. They will also discuss a cash management policy, consider a new member application, and elect board officers.

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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PALOS PARK POLICE PENSION FUND BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Palos Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will conduct a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in the Kaptur Administration Center located at 8999 123rd Street, Palos Park, Illinois 60464, for the purposes set forth in the following agenda: AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Public Comment 4. Approval of Meeting Minutes a.) May 12, 2026 Regular Meeting b.) Semi-Annual Review of Closed Session Meeting Minutes 5. Treasurers’ Report a.) Presentation and Approval of Bills b.) Pensioner Payroll Journal c.) Additional Bills, if any 6. Investment Reports a.) Sawyer Falduto Asset Management, LLC – Quarterly Report b.) IPOPIF i. Cerity Partners ii. State Street Statements c.) Discussion/Possible Action – Cash Management Policy 7. Communications and Reports a.) Pension Fund Records Management b.) Affidavits of Continued Eligibility c.) Active Member File Maintenance 8. Trustee Training Updates a.) Approval of Trustee Training Registration Fees and Reimbursable Expenses 9. Applications for Membership/Withdrawals from Fund a.) Application for Membership – Pablo Manrique 10. Applications for Retirement/Disability Benefits 11. Old Business 12. New Business a.) IDOI Annual Statement b.) Board Officer Elections – President, Vice President, Secretary and Assistant Secretary c.) FOIA Officer and OMA Designee 13. Attorney’s …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026

Village Council

Council to approve $538K supplemental warrant list, liquor license, Wolf Road monitor

The Palos Park Village Council is meeting to approve routine financial items, including warrant lists totaling over $800,000, a temporary liquor license for a library fundraiser, and a contract for restoring a pressure monitoring station on Wolf Road. The agenda also includes a proclamation for National Payroll Week and a presentation on the 'Palos Reads' program. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation.

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REVISED 8/7/2026 Monday, August 10, 2026 6:30 PM Kaptur Administrative Center 1) CALL TO ORDER 2) ROLL CALL 3) ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM 4) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5) APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Regular Council meeting of July 13, 2026 6) RECOGNITION/PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS A. To proclaim September 7th – 11th, 2026, National Payroll Week and hereby give additional support to the efforts of the people who work in Palos Park, IL and of the payroll profession B. “Palos Reads” Reboot Presentation by Julea Joseph 7) HEARINGS 8) CONSENT AGENDA All items on the consent agenda are routine or have been brought forward at the direction of the Board of Commissioners and will be enacted with one motion. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately A. To ratify the payment of invoices on the Warrant List dated July 27, 2026 in the amount of $127,623.24 B. To approve a Village of Palos Park Temporary Liquor License to the Palos Park Public Library for a fundraiser event to be held on October 3, 2026 from 4:30 – 7:00 pm at the Palos Park Library C. To approve the payment of invoices on the Warrant List dated August 10, 2026 in the amount of $137,082.94 MEETING AGENDA Village Council Mayor Nicole Milovich-Walters Village Clerk Kathy Williams Commissioner Mike Wade Commissioner Dan Polk Commissioner Rebecca Petan Commissioner Jay Vincent D. To approve payment of the Supplemental Warrant List dated August …
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[— MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS’ REGULAR MEETING HELD ON AUGUST 10, 2026 The Board of Commissioners of the Village of Palos Park, Cook County, Illinois held its regular meeting on Monday, August 10, 2026. Mayor Milovich Walters called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Answering roll call were Commissioners, Petan, Vincent, Wade, Polk and Mayor Milovich-Walters. Clerk Williams declared that there was a quorum. Also in attendance were Jeannine Smith, Village Manager; Kathy Williams, Village Clerk; Howard Jablecki, Village Attorney; Alison Brothen, Finance Director; Howard Coppari, Community Development Director; Mike Sibrava, Public Works Director; Joe Miller, Police Chief; Stephen DeFalco, Recreation Director; Kathie May, Community Development Coordinator and Lisa Boyle, Deputy Village Clerk. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON JULY 13, 2026: Commissioner Petan moved, seconded by Commissioner Wade, to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on July 13, 2026, as presented. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows: AYES: -5- Commissioners Petan, Wade, Vincent, Polk and Mayor Milovich Walters NAYS: -0- ABSENT: -0- RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS: NATIONAL PAYROLL WEEK: Mayor Milovich Walters proclaimed September 7% — 11%, 2026 National Payroll Week in the Village of Palos Park. PALOS READS REBOOT PRESENTATION: Mayor Milovich Walters introduced resident Julea Joseph who presented a proposal to bri …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026

Library Board

Library board to plan October 3rd fundraiser at special meeting

The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss the upcoming October 3rd fundraiser, including general information, event breakdown, division of responsibilities, and marketing. The board will also enter executive session. No formal votes are scheduled beyond adopting the agenda.

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PALOS PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING Wednesday August 5th, 2026 5:00 PM Community Room 12330 Forest Glen Blvd 708-448-1530 AGENDA 1. Call to Order. 2. Adoption of the Agenda. ACTION 3. Old Business- October 3rd Fundraiser a. General Information. DISCUSSION. b. Breakdown of Event. DISCUSSION. c. Division of Responsibilities. DISCUSSION. d. Marketing and Outreach. DISCUSSION. e. Next Meeting Date. DISCUSSION. 12. Executive Session. Any person needing accommodation for a disability to attend a library board meeting at the library should contact the Library Director at (708 )448-1530 not less than 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Wed Jul 29, 2026

Tree Body

Tree Body will discuss status of a proposed tree removal permit

The Village of Palos Park Tree Body will hold a regular meeting on July 29, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at the Kaptur Administration Center, 8999 West 123" Street. The board will discuss the current status of a proposed tree removal permit application and will set the date and time for the next meeting.

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NOTICE OF MEETING VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK TREE BODY Notice is hereby given that the Tree Body of the Village of Palos Park, Cook County, Illinois, will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday July 29™ at 5:30pm in the Palos Park Kaptur Administration Center, 8999 West 123" Street, Palos Park, IL 60464. This meeting will be discussed: « Call to order. e Discuss the current status of proposed Tree Removal Permit Application. e Set next meeting date and time. Diet Fester i) et age Arboript
Mon Jul 27, 2026

Village Council

Council to consider $127,623 in invoices and $11,960 Wolf Road monitoring station restoration

The Village Council will vote on a consent agenda including $127,623.24 in invoices and a proposal to restore the pressure monitoring station on Wolf Road for $11,960. A presentation on the "Palos Reads" reboot will be given, and the Council plans to enter executive session to discuss probable litigation.

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REVISED 7/24/2026 Monday, July 27, 2026 6:30 PM Kaptur Administrative Center 1) CALL TO ORDER 2) ROLL CALL 3) ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM 4) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5) APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Regular Council meeting of July 13, 2026 6) RECOGNITION/PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS A. “Palos Reads” Reboot Presentation by Julia Joseph 7) HEARINGS 8) CONSENT AGENDA All items on the consent agenda are routine or have been brought forward at the direction of the Board of Commissioners and will be enacted with one motion. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately A. To approve payment of invoices on the Warrant List dated July 27, 2026 in the amount of $127,623.24 9) OLD BUSINESS 10) BOARD, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS 11) INFORMATION & UPDATES A. Public Works and Streets, Recreation Report 1.To approve the proposal from Concentric Integration to restore the Pressure monitoring station on Wolf Road in the amount of $11,960.00 MEETING AGENDA Village Council Mayor Nicole Milovich-Walters Village Clerk Kathy Williams Commissioner Mike Wade Commissioner Dan Polk Commissioner Rebecca Petan Commissioner Jay Vincent B. Building and Public Property Report 1. Building Department Report C. Public Health and Safety Report 1. Police Activity Report D. Accounts and Finances Report E. Mayor’s Report F. Clerk’s Report G. Manager …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026

Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee

Committee will discuss and decide on goodie bag giveaways

The Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee will meet on July 20, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the Village of Palos Park. The agenda includes approving the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes, reviewing recent home visits, and discussing the contents of a welcome goodie bag. The committee will also finalize a video and details for its final report to the Village Council. The meeting will conclude with any other business and scheduling the next meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee picks gift bag contents for new residents

The Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee approved the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes and decided on the contents of welcome gift bags for new residents: a tote bag, purple coneflower seeds, and a handwritten welcome note in a gift bag with a Village sticker. Staff will order stickers, and Ambassador Poore will donate the gift bags. The committee also discussed home visits and plans to finalize a video and report for the Village Council on October 26, 2026.

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Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Notice & Agenda Meeting Location Village of Palos Park 89 99 W. 123 rd Street July 20, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. I. Call to Order & Roll Call II. Review & Approve June 15 , 2026 Meeting Minutes III. Recent Home Visit s Recap IV. Goodie Bag Discussion a. Giveaways from Businesses b. Village Magnet c. Bag Options V. Final Report to Village Council a. Finalize Video & Details VI. Other Business VII. Next Meeting Date VIII. Adjournment
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8999 W. 123rd Street – Palos Park, IL 60464 Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, July 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Chair Wade Roll Call: Lisa Bujak The following were present, and constituted a quorum:  Chair Wade  Co-Chair Jackiw  Committee Ambassador Kristen Bauer  Committee Ambassador Karry Nicorata  Committee Ambassador Kelly Oliven  Committee Ambassador Meg Poore  Committee Ambassador Larry Wisowaty Also Present:  Lisa Bujak, Assistant to Mayor & Village Manager/Staff Liaison Absent:  Committee Ambassador Liz Galvin  Committee Ambassador Emily Hampston II. Review & Approve June 15, 2026 Meeting Minutes Co-Chair Jackiw moved to approve the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes, seconded by Ambassador Wisowaty. Motion carried unanimously via voice vote. III. Recent Home Visits Recap The Committee shared that the home visits are going very well, and they plan to visit all of the new residents on the list ahead of the final report to Village Council. IV. Goodie Bag Discussion The committee is running low on donations from local businesses. Magnet and keychain options were discussed, the committee ultimately decided on providing new residents with the tote bag, purple coneflower seeds, and a handwritten welcome note inside of a gift bag with a Village sticker on it. Staff to order stickers, Ambassador Poore to donate the gift bags. V. Final Report to Village Council a. Finalize Video & Deta …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026

Plan Commission

Plan Commission meeting cancelled, no agenda items

This regularly scheduled Plan Commission meeting for July 16, 2026 has been cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.

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8999 W. 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL 60464 - Ph (708) 671-3700 - Fax (708) 448-9542 - www.palospark.org NICOLE MILOVICH-WALTERS Mayor KATHY WILLIAMS Village Clerk JEANNINE M. SMITH Village Manager Village Commissioners MIKE WADE Accounts & Finances REBECCA PETAN Public Works & Streets, Recreation DAN POLK Public Health & Safety JAY VINCENT Building & Public Property THE VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK REGULARLY SCHEDULED PLAN COMMISSION MEETING FOR THURSDAY, July, 16, 2026 IS CANCELLED. THERE ARE NO AGENDA ITEMS.
Wed Jul 15, 2026

Library Board

Library board to review financial report, fund balance policy

The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes, review the monthly financial report including payment of bills, and discuss a fund balance policy. The board will also administer the oath of office for new trustee Judy Kinser. Action items include adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes, and the financial report.

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PALOS PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Wednesday July 15th, 2026 5:00 PM Community Room 12330 Forest Glen Blvd 708-448-1530 AGENDA 1. Call to Order. 2. Adoption of the Agenda. ACTION 3. Public Comments. 4. Library Director’s Report. 5. Correspondence. 6. Approve Minutes of the Board Meeting June 17th, 2026. ACTION. 7. Review of the Monthly Financial Report. a. Payment of Bills for June 18th-July 15th, 2026 b. Monthly Statements for June of 2026. ACTION. 9. Old Business. a. Fundraising Update. DISCUSSION. b. Fund Balance Policy. DISCUSSION.ACTION. 10. New Business a. Oath of Office for Judy Kinser. ACTION. 11. Executive Session. Any person needing accommodation for a disability to attend a library board meeting at the library should contact the Library Director at (708 )448-1530 not less than 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Tue Jul 14, 2026

Recreation Board

Palos Park Recreation Board discusses programming, facilities, and cost recovery

The Recreational Advisory Commission will review recent special events and upcoming seasonal guides. The meeting includes discussions on facility maintenance and a new discussion regarding cost recovery service categories.

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Palos Park Department of Recreation and Parks Recreational Advisory Commission (RAC) Meeting Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 7:00pm Palos Park Recreation Center, 8901 W. 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL 60464 (Community Room) Meeting Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the RAC meeting of Tuesday, April 14th, 2026 4. Announcements • Pickleball Programming • Summer Camp Session 3 • Foundation Updates 5. Special Events • Recap of Late April to Present Events • Summer Concerts • Autumn in The Park Festival 6. Program Updates & Discussion • Spring & Summer Updates • Fall Guide Presentation 7. Parks and Facility Updates & Discussion • Bollards on Village Green • Playground Mulch • Front of Recreation Center • Pressure Washing Court Surfaces 8. Old Business • PVP Long Term Lease • SD118 After School Partnership • Tennis/Pickleball Court Signage 9. New Business • Cost Recovery Discussion (Establish Service Categories & their CR %) 10. Adjournment
Mon Jul 13, 2026

Village Council

Village Council discusses pump repairs, tree planting, and electric supply agreement

The Village Council will consider several public works proposals including sewage pump rebuilds and replacements. The meeting also includes a resolution to proclaim August 27 as 'Hero Day' and an authorization for a new electric supply agreement.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $0.07770/kWh 36-month electric supply agreement

The Village Council unanimously approved a 36-month Fixed, All-In Electric Supply Agreement with SmartestEnergy at $0.07770 per kWh for 17 municipal accounts, effective January 2027. The council also approved several public works expenditures, including sewage pump replacements, an HVAC control panel, a snowplow blade, and a compressor replacement. A resolution proclaiming August 27 as 'Hero Day' was passed unanimously. All votes were 5-0.

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REVISED 7/10/2026 Monday, July 13, 2026 6:30 PM Kaptur Administrative Center 1) CALL TO ORDER 2) ROLL CALL 3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4) APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Regular Council meeting of June 22, 2026 5) RECOGNITION/PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS 6) HEARINGS 7) CONSENT AGENDA All items on the consent agenda are routine or have been brought forward at the direction of the Board of Commissioners and will be enacted with one motion. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately A. To approve a payment of membership dues to the Southwest Conference of Mayors in the amount of $7,960.00 for Fiscal Year 2027 (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027) B. To approve payment of invoices on the Warrant List dated July 13, 2026 in the amount of $109,347.62 C. To approve payment of the Supplemental Warrant List dated July 13, 2026 for manual checks payroll, and recurring wire transfers in the amount of $532,455.47 8) OLD BUSINESS 9) BOARD, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS 10) INFORMATION & UPDATES MEETING AGENDA Village Council Mayor Nicole Milovich-Walters Village Clerk Kathy Williams Commissioner Mike Wade Commissioner Dan Polk Commissioner Rebecca Petan Commissioner Jay Vincent A. Public Works and Streets, Recreation Report 1. To approve the proposal from Metropolitan Pump Company in the amount of $7,441.00 to rebuild a 20 HP sewage pump for the Ra …
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MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS’ REGULAR MEETING HELD ON JULY 13, 2026 The Board of Commissioners of the Village of Palos Park, Cook County, Illinois held its regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026. Mayor Milovich Walters called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Answering roll call were Commissioners, Petan, Vincent, Wade, Polk and Mayor Milovich-Walters. Clerk Williams declared that there was a quorum. Also in attendance were Jeannine Smith, Village Manager; Kathy Williams, Village Clerk; Howard Jablecki, Village Attorney; Alison Brothen, Finance Director; Howard Coppari, Community Development Director; Mike Sibrava, Public Works Director; Joe Miller, Police Chief; Stephen DeFalco, Recreation Director; Kathie May, Community Development Coordinator and Lisa Boyle, Deputy Village Clerk. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON JUNE 22, 2026: Commissioner Petan moved, seconded by Commissioner Wade, to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on June 22, 2026, as presented. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows: AYES: -5- Commissioners Petan, Wade, Vincent, Polk and Mayor Milovich Walters NAYS: -0- ABSENT: -0- RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS: HEARINGS: None CONSENT AGENDA All items on the consent agenda are routine or have been brought forward at the direction of the Board of Commissioners and will be-enacted with one motion. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agen …
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to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on June 22, 2026, as presented. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
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Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
[context] approve payment of the Supplemental Warrant List dated July 13, 2026 for manual checks payroll, and recurring wire transfers in the amount of $532,455.47 On the call of the roll, the vote…
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve the proposal from Metropolitan Pump Company in the amount of $7,441.00 to rebuild a 20 HP sewage pump for the Ramsgate lift station. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve the proposal from Metropolitan Pump Company in the amount of $13,945.00 for a new sewage pump at the Romiga lift station. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
[context] Commissioner Petan moved, seconded by Commissioner Wade to waive the formal bidding process and approve using iTrees for the Fall Tree Planting Program in an amount not to exceed $22,000.00…
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve the proposal from Building Automated Solutions in the amount of $7,900.00 to replace one of the Johnson Control Panels for the Kaptur HVAC system On the call of the roll, the vote was as…
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve the proposal from Regional Truck equipment in the amount of $8,183.00 to replace the snowplow blade and accessories in truck 42, a 2011 Ford F-550 On the call of the roll, the vote was as…
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve the proposal from Flow- Technics in the amount of $9,999.00 for a new sewage pump at the Kinvara lift station On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve the proposal from Comfort Zone in the amount of $12,315.00 to replace one of the outdoor compressors and condensing fan and motor. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
Resolution Proclaiming August 27, 2026, And Each August 27 Thereafter As "Hero Day" In The Village Of Palos Park, Illinois”. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Wade yea · Petan yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to authorize the Village Manager to execute a 36-month Fixed, All-In Electric Supply Agreement with SmartestEnergy at a fixed rate of $0.07770 per kWh, effective January 2027. ene 61 On the call of…
4 yea
Vincent yea · Petan yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to authorize the Village Manager to execute a 36-month Fixed, All-In Electric Supply Agreement with SmartestEnergy at a fixed rate of $0.07770 per kWh, effective January 2027. ene 61 On the call of…
4 yea · 1 absent
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea · Deputy Village Clerk absent
Mon Jun 22, 2026

Village Council

Village Council to discuss water rate changes and kratom prohibition

The Village Council will consider amending the village code regarding water and sewer rates. The meeting also includes discussions on employee benefit renewals and a potential ordinance for kratom prohibition.

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✓ Decided: Palos Park Board approves water rate changes and employee benefit renewals

The Board of Commissioners approved new sewer and water rate ordinances and the annual employee health care renewal. Additional actions included approving a final construction invoice for a water main project and authorizing a new payroll software agreement.

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REVISED 6/19/2026 Monday, June 22, 2026 6:30 PM Kaptur Administrative Center 1) CALL TO ORDER 2) ROLL CALL 3) ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM 4) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5) APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Regular Council meeting of June 8, 2026 6) RECOGNITION/PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS A. Mayor Nicole Milovich Walters will assign Commissioners Wade and Vincent to their respective departments. B. Commissioner Polk to recognize Officers Bob Kotsianis and Scott Van Wanger for their life saving action on Saturday, May 23, 2026 C. To proclaim Saturday, July 11, 2026, Unplug Illinois Day 2026. All across Illinois, people will “unplug” from their electronic devices and plug into everything that local parks and recreation agencies have to offer D. To appoint Judy Kinser to the Palos Park Public Library Board to fill a vacancy with a term to expire June 1, 2027 7) HEARINGS 8) CONSENT AGENDA All items on the consent agenda are routine or have been brought forward at the direction of the Board of Commissioners and will be enacted with one motion. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately MEETING AGENDA Village Council Mayor Nicole Milovich-Walters Village Clerk Marie Arrigoni Commissioner Mike Wade Commissioner Dan Polk Commissioner Rebecca Petan Commissioner Jay Vincent A. To approve payment of invoices on the Warrant List dated June 22, 2026 in the …
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MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS’ REGULAR MEETING HELD ON JUNE 22, 2026 The Board of Commissioners of the Village of Palos Park, Cook County, Illinois held its regular meeting on Monday, June 22, 2026. Mayor Milovich Walters called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Answering roll call were Commissioners, Petan, Vincent, Wade, Polk and Mayor Milovich-Walters. Also in attendance were Jeannine Smith, Village Manager; Kathy Williams, Village Clerk; Howard Jablecki, Village Attorney; Alison Brothen, Finance Director; Howard Coppari, Community Development Director; Mike Sibrava, Public Works Director; Joe Miller, Police Chief; Stephen DeFalco, Recreation Director; Kathie May, Community Development Coordinator and Lisa Boyle, Deputy Village Clerk. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON JUNE 8, 2026: Commissioner Petan moved, seconded by Commissioner Wade, to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on June 8, 2026, as presented. On the call of the rofl, the vote was as follows: AYES: -5- Commissioners Petan, Wade, Vincent, Polk and Mayor Milovich Waiters NAYS: -0- ABSENT: -0- RECOGNITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS: ASSIGNMENT OF COMMISSIONERS TO DEPARTMENTS: Mayor Milovich Walters assigned Jay Vincent to the Building and Public Property Department and Commissioner Wade to Accounts and Finances Department. RECOGNITION OF BOB KOTSIANIS AND SCOTT VAN WAGNER: Commissioner Polk presented Bob Kotsianis and Scott Van Wagner appr …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on June 8, 2026, as presented. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve the appointment of Judy Kinser to the Palos Park Public Library Board to fill a vacancy with a term to expire June 1, 2027. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
[context] approve payment of invoices on the Warrant List dated June 22, 2026 in the amount of $213,815.37 On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve Invoice No. 3 and Final for the 123rd Street Water Main Relocation project from Airy's Construction Inc, in the amount of $70,855.50. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
Ordinance Number 2026-09, Amending Part Ten, Title Four, Chapter 1046, Section 1046.32, And Part Ten, Title Four, Chapter 1040, Section 1040.27 Of The Palos Park Village Code In Regard To Sewer And…
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve the Village's August 1, 2026 annual employee benefit renewal program consisting of United Healthcare HMO Navigate, PPO Nexus, and HSA Nexus medical plans utilizing the UHC 51X Renewal…
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to authorize the Village Manager to execute the agreement with Paylocity as presented. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Wade yea · Vincent yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve and then review for release executive session minutes dated March 19, 2026. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea
Vincent yea · Wade yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
to approve and then review for release executive session minutes dated March 19, 2026. On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows: AYES: -5- Commissioners Petan, Vincent, Wade, Polk and Mayor…
4 yea
Vincent yea · Wade yea · Polk yea · Milovich Walters yea
[context] On the call of the roll, the vote was as follows:
4 yea · 2 absent
Polk yea · Petan yea · Vincent yea · Milovich Walters yea · Lisa M. Boyle absent · Deputy Village Clerk absent
Thu Jun 18, 2026

Plan Commission

Plan Commission meeting cancelled, no agenda items

The Palos Park Plan Commission meeting scheduled for June 18, 2026, has been cancelled with no items to discuss.

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NICOLE MILOVICH-WALTERS Mayor KATHY WILLIAMS Village Clerk JEANNINE M. SMITH Village Manager Village Commissioners G. DARRYL REED Accounts & Finances DAN POLK Public Health & Safety MIKE WADE Building & Public Property REBECCA PETAN Public Works & Streets, Recreation THE VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK REGULARLY SCHEDULED PLAN COMMISSION MEETING FOR THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026 IS CANCELLED. THERE ARE NO AGENDA ITEMS. 8999 W. 123 rd Street, Palos Park, IL 60464 - Ph (708) 671-3700 - Fax (708) 448-9542 - www.palospark.org
Thu Jun 18, 2026

Tree Body

Tree Body to discuss changes to tree permitting rules

The Tree Body will meet to receive an overview of the 2026 Arbor Day Celebration and discuss preparing a proposal for additions to the tree permitting process. The agenda consists of procedural items and discussion, with no final decisions scheduled.

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NICOLE MILOVICH-WALTERS Village Commissioners Mayor KATHY WILLIAMS , Accounts & Finances Village Clerk DAN POLK JEANNINE M. SMITH Public Health & Safety Village Manager VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK Building & Pubhe Property REBECCA PETAN Public Works & Streets, Recreation June 18", 2026 5:30 P.M. Conference Room MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK TREE BODY e Call to order. e Brief overview of our 2026 Arbor Day Celebration. e Discussion on preparing proposal for additions to Tree Permitting. e Adjourn Meefing. ? DanidFoster v Vi age Arbori: 8999 W. 123% Street, Palos Park, IL 60464 - Ph (708) 671-3700 - Fax (708) 448-9542 - www.palospark.org
Wed Jun 17, 2026

Library Board

Board will discuss trustee reelection and staff salary COLA raises

The Palos Park Public Library Board will review and approve prior meeting minutes and recent bill payments. It will discuss FY 2026‑27 salary cost‑of‑living adjustments and updates on fundraising and installment delays. The board will also consider a trustee reelection vote and a board member position vote.

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PALOS PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Wednesday June 17th, 2026 5:00 PM Community Room 12330 Forest Glen Blvd 708-448-1530 AGENDA 1. Call to Order. 2. Adoption of the Agenda. ACTION 3. Public Comments. 4. Library Director’s Report. 5. Correspondence. 6. Approve Minutes of the Board Meeting April 15th, 2026. ACTION. 7. Review of the Monthly Financial Report. a. Payment of Bills for April 16th-May 20th, 2026. ACTION. b. Payment of Bills for May 21st-June 17th, 2026. ACTION. c. Monthly Statements for April and May of 2026. ACTION. 9. 26-27 FY Salary COLA Raises. DISCUSSION. 10. Old Business. a. Fundraising Update. DISCUSSION. b. 2nd Installment Delay Update. DISCUSSION. 11. New Business a. Trustee Reelection Vote. DISCUSSION. b. Board Member Position Vote. DISCUSSION. 12. Executive Session. Any person needing accommodation for a disability to attend a library board meeting at the library should contact the Library Director at (708 )448-1530 not less than 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Mon Jun 15, 2026

Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee

Committee to finalize report & video for Village Council

The Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee will review recent home visits and finalize its final report and video for presentation to the Village Council. The committee will also set a timeline for completion and address any remaining business.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves minutes, plans final report to Village Council

The Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee approved the January 19, 2026 meeting minutes and discussed ongoing home visits, including adding business giveaways and a Palos Park magnet to welcome bags. The committee set possible dates (August 24 or October 26) for presenting its final report to the Village Council, with finalization of the report and video slides pending. No substantive policy decisions were made; actions were procedural or planning-related.

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Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Notice & Agenda Meeting Location Village of Palos Park 89 99 W. 123 rd Street June 15 at 7:00 p.m. I. Call to Order & Roll Call II. Review & Approve January 19, 2026 Meeting Minutes III. Recent Home Visit s Recap IV. Final Report to Village Council a. Timeline for Completion and Presentation b. Finalize Video & Details V. Other Business VI. Next Meeting Date VII. Adjournment
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VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK 8999 W. 1234 Street — Palos Park, IL 60464 Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, June 15, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Co-Chair Jackiw Roll Call: Lisa Bujak The following were present, and constituted a quorum: e Co-Chair Jackiw e Committee Ambassador Kristen Bauer e Committee Ambassador Meg Poore e Committee Ambassador Karry Nicorata e Committee Ambassador Kelly Oliven e Committee Ambassador Larry Wisowaty Also Present: e Jeannine Smith, Village Manager e Lisa Bujak, Assistant to Mayor & Village Manager/Staff Liaison Absent: e Chair Leslie Wade e Committee Ambassador Emily Hampston e Committee Ambassador Meg Poore I. Review & Approve November 17, 2025 Meeting Minutes Ambassador Bauer moved to approve the January 19, 2026 meeting minutes, seconded by Ambassador Poore. Motion carried unanimously via voice vote. Il. Recent Home Visits Recap The Committee shared that the home visits are going very well, with many new residents consisting of young families with children. Ambassadors mentioned the need for additional items to be included in the bags. Liaison Bujak to provide the members with a list of Palos Park businesses so they can request giveaway items for new residents. The committee suggested including a Palos Park magnet with important phone numbers, staff to research options before the next meeting. Iv. Final Report to Village Council a. Timeline for Co …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

Palos Park ZBA meeting cancelled, no agenda items

The June 10, 2026 regular meeting of the Palos Park Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. There are no agenda items to consider at this time.

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NICOLE MILOVICH-WALTERS Mayor KATHY WILLIAMS Village Clerk JEANNINE M. SMITH Village Manager Village Commissioners G. DARRYL REED Accounts & Finances DAN POLK Public Health & Safety MIKE WADE Building & Public Property REBECCA PETAN Public Works & Streets, Recreation THE VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK REGULARLY SCHEDULED ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS (ZBA) MEETING FOR WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026 IS CANCELLED. THERE ARE NO AGENDA ITEMS. 8999 W. 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL 60464 - Ph (708) 671-3700 - Fax (708) 448-9542 - www.palospark.org
Mon Jun 8, 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA meeting cancelled, no agenda items

The regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for July 8, 2026, has been cancelled due to no agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place.

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8999 W. 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL 60464 - Ph (708) 671-3700 - Fax (708) 448-9542 - www.palospark.org NICOLE MILOVICH-WALTERS Mayor KATHY WILLIAMS Village Clerk JEANNINE M. SMITH Village Manager Village Commissioners MIKE WADE Accounts & Finances REBECCA PETAN Public Works & Streets, Recreation DAN POLK Public Health & Safety JAY VINCENT Building & Public Property THE VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK REGULARLY SCHEDULED ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS (ZBA) MEETING FOR WEDNESDAY, July 8, 2026 IS CANCELLED. THERE ARE NO AGENDA ITEMS.
Mon Jun 8, 2026

Village Council

Council to consider water and sewer rate structure changes

The Village Council will vote on approving new water and sewer rate structures proposed by Baxter & Woodman, directing the village attorney to prepare amending ordinances. Several contracts for repairs and a sensory garden project are also up for approval. Consent agenda items include resolutions, a liquor license ratification, and warrant list payments totaling over $859,000.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $693,663.61 supplemental warrant list

The Village Board appointed Jay Vincent as a new commissioner, reappointed members to several boards and committees, and approved multiple routine resolutions and payments, including a $693,663.61 supplemental warrant list. It also authorized contracts for HVAC repair ($5,300), track‑loader repair ($17,460.85), and sewer repairs ($38,035), and directed the attorney to draft new water and sewer rate ordinances. The proposal for a sensory garden architectural service was tabled.

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REVISED 6/5/2026 Monday, June 8, 2026 6:30 PM Kaptur Administrative Center 1) CALL TO ORDER 2) ROLL CALL 3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4) APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Regular Council meeting of May 11, 2026 5) RECOGNITION/PROCLAMATIONS/APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS A. To approve the appointment of Jay Vincent as Commissioner for the Village of Palos Park B. Swearing In of Jay Vincent as Commissioner for the Village of Palos Park C. To approve the reappointments of the following members of the respective Boards and Committees with terms to expire as noted: Name Board/Commission With a Term to Expire: Kirsten Meeder-Ramos Plan Commission 6/1/2031 Joe Nicorata Plan Commission 6/1/2031 Rick Bone Zoning Board of Appeals 6/1/2031 Colleen Smith-Costello Recreation Board 6/1/2029 Melinda Simon Recreation Board 6/1/2029 Sabrina Szubart Beautification Committee 6/1/2029 Carol Anderson Beautification Committee 6/1/2029 Melissa Gierach Beautification Committee 6/1/2029 Carol Alesia Beautification Committee 6/1/2029 D. To approve two (2) new appointments to the Tree Body and one (1) new appointment to the Plan Commission: • Denise Cowen to fill a vacancy with the Tree Body with a term to expire June 1, 2030 • Carol Alesia to fill a vacancy with the Tree Body with a term to expire June 1, 2030 • Chris Jackiw to Plan Commission to fill a vacancy with a term to expire June 1, 2027 MEETING AGENDA Village Council Mayor Nicole Milovich-Walters Village Cl …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026

Library Board

Library board to discuss trustee appointment and vote on board position

The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss a trustee appointment and vote on a board member position. The agenda is brief and procedural, with no other business items.

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PALOS PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING Wednesday June 3rd, 2026 5:00 PM Community Room 12330 Forest Glen Blvd 708-448-1530 AGENDA 1. Call to Order. 2. Adoption of the Agenda. ACTION 3. New Business- Board Member ByLaws a. Trustee Appointment. DISCUSSION. b. Board Member Position Vote. DISCUSSION.ACTION. 12. Executive Session. Any person needing accommodation for a disability to attend a library board meeting at the library should contact the Library Director at (708 )448-1530 not less than 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Mon May 25, 2026

Village Council

May 25 Village Council meeting cancelled for Memorial Day

The Village of Palos Park Council meeting scheduled for Monday, May 25, 2026, has been cancelled in observance of Memorial Day. No business will be conducted at this meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 8, 2026.

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THE VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, MAY 25, 2026 HAS BEEN CANCELLED IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY THE NEXT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026 Village Council Mayor Nicole Milovich-Walters Village Clerk Kathy Williams Commissioner G. Darryl Reed Commissioner Dan Polk Commissioner Mike Wade Commissioner Rebecca Petan
Thu May 21, 2026

Plan Commission

Palos Park Plan Commission May 21 meeting canceled

The regularly scheduled Plan Commission meeting for May 21, 2026, has been canceled. No agenda items are listed.

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a VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK — THE VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK MARIE ARRIGONI Village Clerk So . REGULARLY SCHEDULED Public Health & Safet se Wioe PLAN COMMISSION Building & Public Property REBECCA PETAN — MEETING FOR THURSDAY, May 21, 2026 IS CANCELED. THERE ARE NO AGENDA ITEMS. 8999 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL 60464 +» Ph (708) 671-3700 + Fax (708) 448-9542 +» www.palospark.org
Wed May 20, 2026

Library Board

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Due to lack of quorum Palos Park Public Library will not have a Board Meeting on May 20", 2026. Our next meeting will be June 17" at 5:00 PM. Thank you very much
Mon May 18, 2026

Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee

Committee to finalize report and video for Village Council

The Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee will review and approve meeting minutes from January, recap recent home visits, and finalize its final report and accompanying video for presentation to the Village Council. The meeting focuses on completing the committee's work, including setting a timeline for the report's delivery.

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Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Notice & Agenda Meeting Location Village of Palos Park 89 99 W. 123 rd Street May 18 , 2026 at 7:00 p.m. I. Call to Order & Roll Call II. Review & Approve January 19, 2026 Meeting Minutes III. Recent Home Visit s Recap IV. Final Report to Village Council a. Timeline for Completion and Presentation b. Finalize Video & Details V. Other Business VI. Next Meeting Date VII. Adjournment
Wed May 13, 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board of Appeals meeting canceled for May 13, 2026.

The Village of Palos Park Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, is canceled. The agenda lists no items, so no decisions or discussions will occur.

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a VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK — THE VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK MARIE ARRIGONI Village Clerk Se REGULARLY SCHEDULED — a ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Building & Public Property — (ZBA) —_ MEETING FOR WEDNESDAY. May 13, 2026 Is CANCELED. THERE ARE NO AGENDA ITEMS. 8999 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL 60464 +» Ph (708) 671-3700 + Fax (708) 448-9542 +» www.palospark.org

Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 61 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 7 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$92,516BLUELINE PROPERTY CARE LLC
Department of Homeland Security · AURORA ANNEX - JANITORIAL SERVICES CONTRACT 1 YEAR BASE CONTRACT 3 OPT
$66,790SNYDER DARRELL M
Social Security Administration · BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE REGIONAL MEDICAL
$59,400SNYDER DARRELL M
Social Security Administration · BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE REGIONAL MEDICAL
$56,430SNYDER DARRELL M
Social Security Administration · BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE REGIONAL MEDICAL
$40,095SNYDER DARRELL M
Social Security Administration · BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE REGIONAL MEDICAL
$36,300MYS INC
Department of Agriculture · BUILDING 5 ROOM 19 ANIMAL ENTRY-HOLDING METHYL METHACRYLATE (MMA) FLOO
$11,880SNYDER DARRELL M
Social Security Administration · BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE REGIONAL MEDICAL

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Cook County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Business establishments134,513 (2,492,328 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,761/mo (80 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy25.4% (low numeracy 36% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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2,709
Recorded votes
2
Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.505
All kids
0.385
Black kids
0.309

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