Palos Park public meetings in 2023
103 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Village Council
The Village Council meeting scheduled for December 25, 2023, has been cancelled in observance of the holiday. The next meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2024.
Plan Commission
The Palos Park Plan Commission is holding a public hearing on a request to subdivide a 0.92-acre parcel at 12600 South Wolf Road, which is below the 1-acre minimum lot size in the R-1-A zoning district. The applicant seeks a variance to allow construction of a single-family home. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public comment.
- Public hearing on PC Case 2023-04: subdivision/plat of 40,132 sq ft lot at 12600 S Wolf Rd
- Variance request from 43,560 sq ft minimum lot size in R-1-A district
- Approval of September 21, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Palos Fine Arts
The Palos Fine Arts meeting scheduled for December 21, 2023, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Thursday, January 18, 2024. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no other business items.
- December 21, 2023 meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: January 18, 2024
Historic Preservation
The regularly scheduled meeting for the Historic Preservation Commission on December 19, 2023, has been canceled. There are no agenda items listed for this session.
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Palos Park Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for a variation from the required 50-foot rear yard setback to allow a home addition at 12512 S. Iroquois Road. The applicant proposes a 33.4375-foot setback. The board will also approve minutes from the November 8 meeting and take public comment.
- Public hearing on ZBA Case 2023-04: rear yard setback variation from 50 ft to 33.4375 ft for an addition at 12512 S. Iroquois Road
- Approval of minutes from November 8, 2023 meeting
- Citizens and visitors comment period
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Village Council
The Village Council will vote on the 2023 Tax Levy Ordinance and approve several payment lists. The body is also considering a zoning variance for a residential addition and a professional services agreement for building inspections.
- Tax Levy Ordinance 2023-25 for $2,267,133
- Supplemental Warrant List for $1,496,062.76 and Warrant List for $126,596.70
- Variance request for a single-family residence addition at 20 Huntleigh Road
- Professional Services Agreement with H.R. Green, Inc. for building plan review and inspection
- Water Easement Agreement with ComEd for water main crossing on 123rd Street, west of Bell Road
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The Board of Library Trustees will meet to discuss and take action on an accountant agreement and proposal. The meeting also includes a provision for an executive session.
- Accountant Agreement and Proposal discussion and action
Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee
The Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to recap a holiday event and plan its 2024 schedule. The body will discuss the process for introducing ambassadors to new residents and the design of reusable bags.
- Review of goals and Village Council Recommendations Timeline
- Discussion of language for residents to waive newcomer visits
- Determination of door knocking attempts before leaving a note
- Selection and budget for reusable bags
- Assignment of ambassadors for introduction letters and door knocking
Village Council
The Village Council will vote on several ordinances including a change to the regular meeting start time and a paid leave policy. The body is also reviewing zoning variances for residential additions and a land consolidation for a new home.
- Ordinance to change regular meeting time from 7:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. effective January 1, 2024
- Front yard setback variation for 7925 Palos Ave
- Corner side yard setback variance request for 20 Huntleigh Road
- Plat of Consolidation for 117 and 119 Forest Edge Drive for a new single-family home
- Proposal from Sunset Sewer and Water for $11,035.00 for water valve and meter work on 119th Street
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Historic Preservation
The regularly scheduled Historic Preservation Commission meeting for Tuesday, November 21, 2023, is canceled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting canceled
- No agenda items
Plan Commission
The regularly scheduled Plan Commission meeting for Thursday, November 16, 2023, is canceled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting canceled
- No agenda items
Palos Fine Arts
The Palos Fine Arts board is meeting to handle routine business and plan upcoming activities. The agenda includes approving minutes, reviewing finances, and discussing the 2023 Concert in the Park, a membership drive, and participation in Autumn in the Park. The board will also evaluate the organization's current role in the community.
- 2023 Concert in the Park
- Membership Drive
- 2023 Autumn in the Park Participation
- 2023 Scholarship
- Evaluate Current Role of PFA in Community
Library Board
The Board of Trustees will review monthly financial reports and approve bill payments. Members will discuss the library levy and the approved tax rate for unincorporated residents.
- Payment of bills received October 19th to November 15th, 2023
- Discussion and action on the library levy
- Discussion and action on the approved tax rate of unincorporated residents
- Discussion and action on the Christy Webber grounds contract
- Discussion of the Cygan Hayes meeting and contract
Village Council
The Village Council will receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2023 audit. The body is also considering payments for roadway projects and the adoption of a new electronic billing service agreement.
- Payment of $879,603.22 to Gallagher Asphalt for the 2023 Roadway Pavement Project
- Approval of $1,052,303.04 in invoices on the November 13, 2023 Warrant List
- Approval of $549,553.78 for the Supplemental Warrant List
- Resolution 2023-R-07 to contract with Invoice Cloud for electronic bill payment services
- Fiscal Year 2023 Audit presentation by Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Palos Park Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two applications requesting variations from setback requirements. One seeks to build a pool house and pool with a reduced corner side yard setback at 20 Huntleigh Road, and the other seeks to build a home addition with a reduced front yard setback at 7925 Palos Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and take public comment.
- ZBA Case 2023-02: Variation for corner side yard setback from 50 ft to 26.92 ft for pool house and pool at 20 Huntleigh Road
- ZBA Case 2023-03: Variation for front yard setback from 17.315 ft to 13.89 ft for home addition at 7925 Palos Avenue
- Approval of minutes from June 14, 2023 meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee
The Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss the Holiday Tree Lighting event and the Donate an Ornament Project. The committee will also receive a staff update on monetary contributions received to date.
- Discussion of Holiday Tree Lighting Event
- Donate an Ornament Project
- Staff update on monetary contributions
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council will consider Ordinance 2023-20, which amends permitted and special uses in the B-1 and B-2 zoning districts, based on Plan Commission recommendations. The agenda also includes proclamations, a raffle license waiver, and approval of the warrant list.
- Ordinance 2023-20 amending permitted and special uses in B-1 and B-2 zoning districts
- Proclamation for E. Willard Lager's 100th birthday
- Proclamation declaring November as Native American Heritage Month
- Proclamation declaring November as Family Court Awareness Month
- Approval of McCord Gallery Raffle License and Bond Waiver for November 4, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Plan Commission
The regularly scheduled Plan Commission meeting for October 19, 2023, is canceled with no agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place.
Palos Fine Arts
The Palos Fine Arts meeting scheduled for October 19, 2023 has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2023. The agenda contains no other business items.
- October 19, 2023 meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: November 16, 2023
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and monthly financial reports, and to discuss several ongoing items including the Cygan Hayes contract, the roofing project, and the library levy. The board will also consider setting dates for the audit presentation, half-year financial review, and future meetings.
- Approve payment of bills from September 20 to October 18, 2023
- Approve monthly financial statement for September 2023
- Discuss Cygan Hayes contract
- Discuss finalizing roofing project
- Discuss library levy
Recreation Board
The Palos Park Recreational Advisory Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear announcements, and discuss program and facility updates. Topics include fall programming recaps, winter previews, a tennis court update, and new business on the Recreation and Parks Master Plan and the South West Special Recreation Association.
- Approve minutes of July 18, 2023 meeting
- Palos Park Spooky Shuffle announcement
- Tennis Court Update at Recreation Center and Village Green
- Recreation and Parks Master Plan discussion
- South West Special Recreation Association discussion
Historic Preservation
The Village of Palos Park Historic Preservation Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, October 17, 2023, is canceled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting canceled
Police Pension Board
The Palos Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine pension fund business, including approving bills, investment reports, and trustee training fees. They will also vote on new member applications, a retirement benefit, and an actuarial valuation and tax levy request.
- Approve regular retirement benefit for Diana Campbell
- Applications for membership from Austin Pudinoff and Vincent Roman
- Review/approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request
- Approval of bills and treasurer's report
- Discussion/possible action on cash management policy and post-consolidation services
Zoning Board of Appeals
The regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for Wednesday, October 11, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting cancelled
- No agenda items
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council will consider several ordinances, including a lot consolidation and a side yard setback variance for 12344 Post Road, and amendments to permitted uses in B-1 and B-2 zoning districts. The council will also approve appointments to boards and committees, and ratify warrant lists totaling over $700,000. The meeting includes routine reports and a public comment period.
- Ordinance 2023-18: Approve plat of consolidation for 12344 Post Road to build an addition and accessory building
- Ordinance 2023-19: Approve side yard setback variation at 12344 Post Road (22.5' instead of required 49.5')
- Ordinance 2023-20: Amend B-1 and B-2 zoning districts for permitted and special uses
- Ratify warrant lists: $115,526.03 (Sept 25), $117,415.48 (Oct 9), and supplemental $484,392.50
- Approve appointments to Zoning Board of Appeals, Beautification Committee, and Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee
The Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review and approve the August 28, 2023 minutes, discuss newly created committee materials, and receive a progress update with next steps. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Review and approve August 28, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review and discussion of newly created committee materials
- Committee progress update and next steps
Village Council
The Village Council meeting scheduled for September 25, 2023, has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2023.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
- Next meeting scheduled for October 9, 2023
Plan Commission
The Palos Park Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two cases: a request to consolidate lots at 12344 Post Road with a side-yard variation, and proposed text amendments to permitted uses in business districts and special use regulations. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public comment.
- PC Case 2023-02: Plat of Consolidation and side-yard variation at 12344 Post Road (required side yard 49.5 ft, existing 22.5 ft)
- PC Case 2023-03: Text amendments to B-1 and B-2 district permitted uses and special use authority
- Approval of May 18, 2023 meeting minutes
Palos Fine Arts
The Palos Fine Arts meeting scheduled for September 21, 2023 has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is October 19, 2023. This agenda contains only cancellation notice and no substantive items.
- September 21, 2023 meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: October 19, 2023
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve routine financial items, including payment of bills and the August monthly statement. They will also discuss the Cygan Hayes contract and a tentative library closing for a parking lot and roofing project, along with other new business items.
- Approve payment of bills received August 16 through September 20, 2023
- Approve monthly statement for August 2023
- Discuss Cygan Hayes contract
- Discuss tentative library closing for parking lot and roofing project
- Discuss World Trade Press on autopay
Historic Preservation
The Village of Palos Park Historic Preservation Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, September 19, 2023, is canceled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting canceled
Zoning Board of Appeals
The regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for September 13, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting cancelled
- No agenda items
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council is meeting to consider routine items including a $1,066,049.45 road improvement contract, a $6,515 sewage pump purchase, and an ordinance reducing the number of Class F liquor licenses due to a change in ownership. They will also approve an intergovernmental agreement for restaurant inspections and pay warrants totaling over $582,000. The agenda is largely procedural with no public hearings or major policy debates.
- Award 2023 Roadway Improvements to Gallagher Asphalt for $1,066,049.45
- Purchase new sewage pump for 93rd Street lift station from Flow-Technics for $6,515.00
- Adopt ordinance reducing Class F liquor licenses by one (AY Gas Inc. to Palos Park Gas & Food Inc.)
- Approve IGA with Cook County Dept. of Public Health for restaurant inspections at $100 per inspection
- Approve warrant list of $154,289.12 and supplemental list of $428,443.02
The Village Council awarded a roadway improvements contract and approved several consent agenda items, including a new sewage pump and restaurant inspection services. The board also updated the village code to decrease the number of Class F liquor licenses.
- Awarded 2023 Roadway Improvements project to Gallagher Asphalt for $1,066,049.45 (5-0)
- Approved $6,515.00 purchase of a new sewage pump for 93rd Street lift station (5-0)
- Approved ordinance to decrease Class F liquor licenses by one due to ownership change at 12301 S. 80th Avenue (5-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Cook County Department of Public Health for restaurant inspections at $100 per inspection (5-0)
- Approved payment of invoices on September 11, 2023 Warrant List for $154,289.12 (5-0)
- Approved Supplemental Warrant List for manual checks, payroll, and wire transfers for $428,443.02 (5-0)
- Approved minutes from August 28, 2023 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council will consider several appointments, including a police sergeant and village prosecutor, and approve a warrant list of $362,877.27. They will also discuss a sewage pump purchase and potential zoning text amendments.
- Appoint Ross Chibe as Police Sergeant
- Approve warrant list of $362,877.27
- Purchase sewage pump for $15,341.00
- Refer zoning text amendments to Plan Commission
- Appoint Nicholas W. Karas as Village Prosecutor
The Village Council approved a $15,341 purchase for a new sewage pump at the Old Creek lift station. The board also appointed a new Village Prosecutor and a member to the Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee. Additionally, specific Village Code sections regarding business districts and special uses were referred to the Plan Commission for review.
- Approved $15,341 proposal from Metropolitan Industries for Old Creek lift station sewage pump (5-0)
- Appointed Nicholas W. Karas as Village Prosecutor (5-0)
- Appointed Adrienne Jackiw to the Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)
- Approved $362,877.27 in invoice payments from the August 28, 2023 Warrant List (5-0)
- Referred potential text amendments for Village Code Chapters 1274 and 1278 to the Plan Commission (5-0)
- Approved minutes from August 14, 2023 meeting (4-0-1)
- Swore in Ross Chibe as Sergeant of the Palos Park Police Department
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee
The Newcomers Welcoming Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss its goals and priorities, and to vote on chair and vice chair positions. This is an organizational meeting with no substantive decisions on village policy or spending.
- Discussion of Committee Goals & Priorities
- Vote on Committee Chair and Vice Chair Positions
- Next meeting scheduled for 10/2/23 at 7:00 p.m. at Kaptur Center
The committee established goals to provide physical information and welcome materials to new residents. Members identified specific staff support needs and local business outreach tasks. The committee elected leadership positions by unanimous vote.
- Elected Leslie Wade as Committee Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Adrienne Jackiw as Committee Vice Chair (unanimous)
Plan Commission
The regularly scheduled Plan Commission meeting for Thursday, August 17, 2023, is canceled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting canceled
Palos Fine Arts
The Palos Fine Arts meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 17, 2023, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Thursday, September 21, 2023. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and a list of village officials.
- August 17, 2023 meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for September 21, 2023
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on creating a full-time Access Services Manager position and approving bills and the July financial statement. They will also discuss library grounds maintenance and set a date for a staff in-service meeting.
- Approve payment of bills received July 19 through August 16, 2023
- Approve monthly statement for July 2023
- Action on Access Services Manager full-time position
- Discussion on library grounds
- Action on November 16 in-service staff meeting (3-8 PM)
The Board approved the creation of a full-time Access Services Manager position and authorized a 3:00 pm library closure on November 16, 2023, for a staff meeting. Financial reports and bills for July and August were approved. The Board also discussed potential fundraising strategies and library grounds landscaping.
- Approved full-time Access Services Manager position (unanimous)
- Approved library closure at 3:00 pm on November 16, 2023, for staff meeting (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills from July 19 to August 16, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved July 2023 monthly statement (unanimous)
- Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Historic Preservation
The regularly scheduled Historic Preservation Commission meeting for Tuesday, August 15, 2023, is canceled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting canceled
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council will consider several items, including a water rate increase, the purchase of a police vehicle, and appointments to various boards. The council will also vote on ordinances for traffic stops and water rates, and approve various payments and contracts.
- Ordinance 2023-15: water rates increase to $13.50 per 1,000 gallons, effective Sept 1, 2023
- Purchase of 2023 Ford Explorer Police AWD Utility vehicle from Terry's Ford Fleet for $42,138.00
- Contract with M.E. Simpson to test 19 commercial water meters for $8,265.00
- Contract with Dukes to televise 17,000 LF of sanitary sewer for $50,660.00
- Approval of payments: Warrant List Aug 14 ($218,504.99), Supplemental Warrant List ($470,409.74)
The Village Council approved a water rate increase to $13.50 per 1,000 gallons and established new stop signs at two intersections. The board also approved several infrastructure contracts, a new police vehicle, and updated rental fees for village amenities.
- Approved Ordinance 2023-15 increasing water rates to $13.50 per 1,000 gallons (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2023-16 adding stop signs at 127th St/Timberlane Dr and Regina Ln/Deerwood Dr (4-0)
- Approved $50,660 proposal from Dukes to televise 17,000 LF of sanitary sewer (4-0)
- Approved $42,138 purchase of a 2023 Ford Explorer Police vehicle (4-0)
- Approved $8,265 proposal from M.E. Simpson to test 19 commercial water meters (4-0)
- Approved updated rental fee structure for village amenities effective Jan 1, 2024 (4-0)
- Appointed 10 residents to various village boards and commissions (4-0)
- Approved $6,000 membership dues for Southwest Conference of Mayors (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for August 9, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss or decide at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
Village Council
The Village of Palos Park Council meeting scheduled for Monday, July 24, 2023, has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 14, 2023.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
- Next meeting scheduled for August 14, 2023
Plan Commission
The regularly scheduled Plan Commission meeting for Thursday, July 20, 2023, is canceled with no agenda items to discuss. Residents should note that no decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.
- Meeting canceled
- No agenda items
Palos Fine Arts
The Palos Fine Arts meeting scheduled for July 20, 2023, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Thursday, August 17, 2023. No other business is listed.
- Meeting cancelled for July 20, 2023
- Next meeting scheduled for August 17, 2023
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve routine financial items and take action on several operational matters. The most significant item is the discussion and potential award of a contract for the 2023 roof replacement to the lowest responsible bidder. The board will also consider schedule changes for staff meetings and closures for community events.
- Award contract for 2023 roof replacement to lowest responsible bidder
- Approve payment of bills from June 22 through July 19, 2021
- Approve monthly financial statement for June 2023
- Approve 1 p.m. opening on Friday, August 11 for all-staff meeting
- Approve 5 p.m. closures on July 20 and August 17 for Concert in the Park
The Board approved a contract for roof replacement and authorized several temporary library closures for local events and staff meetings. Financial reports and bill payments were approved, and the Board discussed upcoming landscaping plans.
- Awarded roof replacement contract to Adler Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills from June 22 to July 19, 2023, excluding late fee and Visa statement (Unanimous)
- Approved June 2023 monthly statement (Unanimous)
- Approved 1 p.m. opening on Friday, August 11, 2023, for staff meeting (Unanimous)
- Approved 5 p.m. closure on July 20 and August 17, 2023, for local events (Unanimous)
- Approved all-day closure on September 16, 2023, for Autumn in the Park Festival (Unanimous)
- Approved June 21, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Recreation Board
The Palos Park Recreational Advisory Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear announcements, and discuss program and facility updates. Key items include a proposed rental increase for 2024, summer and fall programming, and updates on playgrounds, irrigation, tennis courts, and tree planting.
- Rental increase for 2024 to be brought to Village Council in August
- Playground update at Recreation Center and Village Green
- Village Green irrigation system update
- Tennis court update
- Tree planting at Centennial Park
The board approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. Members discussed upcoming fall programming, the Autumn in the Park Festival, and updates to the Village Green and Centennial Park.
- Approved minutes of the April 18, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
Police Pension Board
The Palos Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to handle routine pension fund business. They will review and approve bills, investment reports, and discuss a cash management policy. The board will also consider trustee training fees, certify election results, and hold officer elections.
- Approval of bills and treasurer's report
- Discussion/possible action on Cash Management Policy
- Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses
- Certify board election results for active member positions
- Board officer elections (President, Vice President, Secretary, Assistant Secretary)
The Board certified the election of Ryan Franczak and Ross Chibe to active member positions. The Board also elected a new slate of officers and appointed Trustee Sawyer as an account representative for IPOPIF.
- Certified election of Ryan Franczak and Ross Chibe to active member positions (Unanimous)
- Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Decided no changes are required for the Cash Management Policy
- Voted to keep the list of Authorized Agents from IPOPIF the same (Unanimous)
- Adopted resolution 2023-02 appointing Trustee Sawyer as IPOPIF account representative (4-0)
- Elected Trustee Sawyer (President), Trustee O’Connor (VP), Trustee Chibe (Secretary), and Trustee Franczak (Asst Secretary) (Unanimous)
- Designated Lisa Boyle as FOIA Officer and OMA Designee (Unanimous)
- Tabled retirement benefit calculation for Diana Campbell
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for July 12, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting cancelled
- No agenda items
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council is meeting to approve routine items, including a motor fuel tax resolution for street maintenance and two warrant lists totaling over $558,000. They will also consider proposals for new street sign poles and replacement of HVAC valves at the Kaptur Center. The agenda includes a presentation to John F. Mahoney and various departmental reports.
- Approve 2023/2024 Motor Fuel Tax Resolution for street maintenance, $136,350
- Approve Warrant List of July 10, 2023, $103,449.89
- Approve Supplemental Warrant List for payroll and wire transfers, $454,649.74
- Approve TCP proposal for 15 street sign poles and brackets, $13,253.25
- Approve Building Automated Solutions proposal to replace five HVAC valves at Kaptur Center, $8,000.00
The Village Council approved several maintenance expenditures, including new street sign poles and HVAC valve replacements. The board also authorized the 2023/2024 Motor Fuel Tax Resolution and processed routine warrant lists.
- Approved 2023/2024 Motor Fuel Tax Resolution for $136,350.00 (5-0)
- Approved payment of July 10, 2023 Warrant List for $103,449.89 (5-0)
- Approved payment of July 10, 2023 Supplemental Warrant List for $454,649.74 (5-0)
- Approved $13,253.25 proposal from TCP for 15 street sign poles and brackets (5-0)
- Approved $8,000.00 proposal from Building Automated Solutions for Kaptur Center VAV control valves (5-0)
- Approved minutes from June 26, 2023 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Village Council
This is a procedural meeting with no public hearings or prior minutes to approve. The main item is a joint planning and training workshop involving the Village Council, Plan Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals, followed by a public comment period.
- Joint Planning and Training Workshop
- Citizens and Visitors Comment Period
Plan Commission
The Palos Park Plan Commission is meeting with no public hearings or prior minutes to approve. The main item is a joint planning and training workshop with the Village Council and Zoning Board of Appeals. The meeting also includes a public comment period.
- Joint Planning and Training Workshop with Village Council and Zoning Board of Appeals
- No public hearings scheduled
- No prior meeting minutes to approve
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Palos Park Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a meeting with no public hearings or prior minutes to approve. The main item is a joint planning and training workshop with the Village Council and Plan Commission. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including roll call, public comment, and adjournment.
- Joint Planning and Training Workshop with Village Council and Plan Commission
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council will consider a zoning variance request for a new single-family residence at 11500 S. Elbridge Avenue, along with several public works contracts and a police vehicle purchase. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as minutes, a temporary liquor license, and payment of invoices.
- ZBA 2023-01: variance for 36.15' corner side and 27.13' rear setbacks (required 50' each) at 11500 S. Elbridge Ave.
- Approve $261,707.20 in invoices on Warrant List dated June 26, 2023
- Approve $11,347.21 for pressure relief valve replacement at reservoir and pump station
- Approve $7,685.00 for 2023 Water Main Leak Survey from ADS Environmental Services
- Approve $42,138.00 for 2023 Ford Explorer Police AWD from Terry's Ford Fleet
The Council denied a request for yard setback variances to allow a new single-family residence at 11500 S. Elbridge Avenue. The board also approved several public works contracts, a police vehicle purchase, and employee insurance renewals.
- Denied ZBA 2023-01 variance requests for 11500 S. Elbridge Avenue (5-0)
- Approved $11,347.21 to replace pressure relief valve at reservoir and pump station (5-0)
- Approved $7,685.00 for 2023 Water Main Leak Survey from ADS Environmental Services (5-0)
- Approved Letter of Agreement with State of Illinois for Southwest Highway reconstruction (5-0)
- Approved $103,676.27 final pay estimate to K-Five for 2022 Roadway and Drainage Project (5-0)
- Approved $42,138.00 purchase of 2023 Ford Explorer Police vehicle from Terry’s Ford Fleet (5-0)
- Approved annual renewal of employee health, dental, life, and vision insurance plans (5-0)
- Approved $261,707.20 in invoice payments on the June 26, 2023 Warrant List (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to take action on routine items including minutes, bills, and financial reports, and to elect a Board Treasurer. Key decisions include awarding a contract for the 2023 roof replacement to the lowest responsible bidder, renewing insurance and ILLINET/OCLC services, and discussing the non-resident library card fee for renters. The board will also discuss the search for a new Library Director and approve the FY2022-2023 annual report to the Illinois State Library.
- Awarding contract for 2023 roof replacement to lowest responsible bidder
- Insurance policy renewal
- FY2024 ILLINET/OCLC Group Services renewal
- Non-resident library card fee for renters discussion
- Election of Board Treasurer for term 6/2023 to 6/2025
The Board appointed Jessica Rock as Library Director and Gurp Ahluwalia to a second term as Treasurer. The Board also approved a $175 non-resident library card fee for renters and appointed Lauterbach & Amen as the new auditor.
- Offered director position to Jessica Rock (Unanimous)
- Appointed Gurp Ahluwalia to a second 2-year term as Treasurer (Unanimous)
- Approved non-resident library card fee for renters at $175.00 (Unanimous)
- Appointed Lauterbach & Amen as new auditor (Unanimous)
- Approved insurance policy renewal (Unanimous)
- Approved FY2024 ILLINET/OCLC Group Services renewal (Unanimous)
- Tabled roof replacement contract until July 21st meeting (Unanimous)
- Decided library will remain open August 18, 2023
Historic Preservation
The Village of Palos Park's Historic Preservation meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 20, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting cancelled
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees special meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 15, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Special meeting cancelled
Plan Commission
The Palos Park Plan Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 15, 2023, is canceled because there are no agenda items to address. This is a procedural notice only, with no decisions or discussions planned.
- Meeting canceled due to no agenda items
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the Library Director position. The agenda includes public comments, candidate interviews, and an executive session, followed by adjournment.
- Candidate interviews for Library Director position
- Public comments period
- Executive session
The Board of Trustees interviewed two candidates for the Library Director position. No final selection was made; a vote to fill the position is scheduled for June 21, 2023.
- Approved June 14, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
Palos Fine Arts
The Palos Fine Arts meeting scheduled for June 15, 2023 has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Thursday, July 20, 2023. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no substantive items.
- June 15, 2023 meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: July 20, 2023
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Palos Park Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on ZBA Case 2023-01, an application for variations from required side and rear yard setbacks to build a new single-family residence at 11500 S. Elbridge Avenue. The Village Council referred the case back to the ZBA for further consideration on May 22, 2023. The board will also approve minutes from the May 10 meeting and take public comment.
- Public hearing on ZBA Case 2023-01: variation to reduce corner side yard setback from 50 ft to 36.15 ft
- Variation to reduce rear yard setback from 50 ft to 27.13 ft
- Property at 11500 S. Elbridge Avenue (also known as 85th Court)
- Case referred back to ZBA by Village Council on May 22, 2023
- Approval of minutes from May 10, 2023 meeting
The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended denial of a request for side and rear yard setbacks to allow a new single-family residence. The board cited concerns regarding community character, the removal of historic trees, and the impact on neighboring properties.
- Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Recommended denial of ZBA Case 2023-01 variance request for 11500 S. Elbridge Avenue (3-1)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the Library Director position. The board will also adopt the agenda, hear public comments, and may enter an executive session before adjourning.
- Candidate interviews for Library Director position
- Public comments period
- Possible executive session
The Board of Trustees interviewed two candidates for the Library Director position. A vote to fill the position is scheduled for the next regular meeting on June 21, 2023.
- Approved June 14, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
Village Council
The Village Council approved a code amendment regarding non-conforming uses for the Cog Hill and Ludwig Farm properties. The board also authorized the sale of surplus vehicles and approved several administrative appointments and contracts.
- Approved Ordinance 2023-14 exempting Cog Hill and Ludwig Farm properties from certain non-conforming use requirements (4-0)
- Approved $10,710 proposal from Nikolas Painting Contractors, Inc. for Water Booster Station interior painting (4-0)
- Approved Fourth Amendment to the Village Manager Agreement extending term to May 8, 2027 (4-0)
- Approved creation of an Ad Hoc Committee on Welcoming Newcomers to the Village of Palos Park (4-0)
- Approved reappointment of Kathy Branigan and Amanda Neely to the Palos Park Library Board of Trustees (4-0)
- Approved sale of surplus personal property including four Ford vehicles (4-0)
- Approved payment of invoices totaling $272,208.19 and supplemental warrants of $589,307.92 (4-0)
- Approved True Value Foundation Raffle Licenses and Raffle Manager Bond Waivers (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting with the main item being discussion and action on the director search. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting the agenda, public comments, and a possible executive session.
- Director search discussion and action
- Public comments
- Executive session
The Board of Trustees met for a special meeting to advance the search for a new library director. Trustees discussed and selected candidates to move forward in the process.
- Approved June 7, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Selected candidates to move forward in the Director search process
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council is meeting to consider a zoning variance for a new single-family residence, approve several routine items, and discuss reports from various departments. The council will also vote on a water agreement amendment and a contract for water damage repairs.
- ZBA 2023-01: variance for 36.15' corner side and 27.13' rear setbacks at 11500 S. Elbridge Ave.
- Approve $559,904.91 in invoices on the Warrant List
- Approve liquor licenses for Autumn in the Park Festival and ratify temporary license for Doggie Dash
- Approve Pay Estimate No. 4 for 2022 Roadway and Drainage Project to K-Five for $411,249.36
- Approve Ordinance 2023-12 amending Regional Water System agreement with Oak Lawn
The Board of Commissioners approved the May 22, 2023 warrant list and liquor licenses for the Autumn in the Park Festival and Durbin's Pizza. The council also approved the minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting.
- Approved payment of invoices on the May 22, 2023 Warrant List for $559,904.91 (5-0)
- Approved State of Illinois Special Event Retailer's Liquor License ($25.00) and IRMA Special Events Liquor Liability ($300.00) for Autumn in the Park Festival (5-0)
- Ratified temporary liquor license for Durbin's Pizza for the Palos Park Doggie Dash 5K-1 Mile Run & Walk (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the May 8, 2023 Regular Council Meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Palos Fine Arts
The Palos Fine Arts meeting scheduled for May 18, 2023 has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is June 15, 2023.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting June 15, 2023
Plan Commission
The Palos Park Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on PC Case 2023-01, a proposed text amendment to Section 1280.08 (Nonconforming Uses – Exceptions) of the Village Code. The amendment concerns legal nonconforming uses and buildings at Cog Hill Golf and Country Club (12294 South Archer Avenue) and Ludwig Farm (13235-13305 West 131st Street). The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public comment.
- Public hearing on text amendment to Section 1280.08 for nonconforming uses
- Properties affected: 12294 South Archer Avenue (Cog Hill) and 13235-13305 West 131st Street (Ludwig Farm)
- Approval of December 15, 2022 meeting minutes
- Citizens and visitors comment period
The Plan Commission approved a text amendment to Section 1280.08 of the Village Code regarding legal nonconforming uses and buildings. The amendment applies to properties at 12294 South Archer Avenue and 13235-13305 West 131st Street.
- Approved text amendment to Section 1280.08 for Cog Hill and Ludwig Farm (5-0)
- Approved prior regular meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on the non-resident card fee ordinance, approve a hiring plan for a new library director, and discuss the east side roof replacement bid. They will also act on routine items like minutes, bills, and financial statements, plus schedule closures for community events.
- Non-Resident Card Fee Ordinance (discussion and action)
- Approve Hiring Plan for Library Director (action)
- East Side Roof Replacement Bid Packet (discussion and action)
- Payment of Bills for April 20 through May 17, 2023 (action)
- Library closures: June 15 for Concert in the Park, September 16 for Autumn in the Park
The Board approved a hiring plan for a new Library Director and a bid packet for the east side roof replacement. Other actions included approving a non-resident card fee ordinance and forming fundraising and grounds committees.
- Approved Hiring Plan for Library Director (unanimous)
- Approved East Side Roof Replacement Bid Packet with October 30, 2023 deadline (unanimous)
- Approved Non-Resident Card Fee Ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved formation of Fundraising Committee and Library Grounds Committee (unanimous)
- Approved Board Vice-President as a bank account signer (unanimous)
- Approved library closures on June 15 (at 5:00 p.m.) and September 16 (all day) (unanimous)
- Approved open house for retiring Director Kathryn Sofianos on June 27, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved destruction of verbatim Zoom recordings from nine 2021 meetings (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Palos Park Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for two zoning variations to build a new single-family home at 11500 S. Elbridge Avenue. The applicant seeks to reduce the required corner side yard setback from 50 feet to 36.15 feet and the rear yard setback from 50 feet to 27.13 feet. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and take public comment.
- Public hearing on ZBA Case 2023-01 for variations from Section 1268.02(f) Side Yards and Section 1268.02(g) Rear Yards
- Proposed corner side yard setback: 36.15 feet (required 50 feet)
- Proposed rear yard setback: 27.13 feet (required 50 feet)
- Property: 11500 S. Elbridge Avenue (also known as 85th Court), Palos Park, IL
- Approval of minutes from April 13, 2022 meeting
The Zoning Board of Appeals voted against recommending approval for a variance request to reduce side and rear yard setbacks for a proposed single-family residence. The board also approved the minutes from the March 13, 2023 meeting.
- Denied recommendation for setback variances at 11500 S. Elbridge Avenue (2-3)
- Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-2)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council is meeting to approve routine payments, a fiber optic service agreement, and to conduct the installation of newly elected officers. The agenda includes proclamations, reports, and appointments, with the most significant action being the approval of a 60-month fiber optic service contract.
- Approve Warrant List of $125,084.57
- Approve Supplemental Warrant List of $408,699.60
- Approve Fiber Optic Service Agreement with Urbancom.net at $895/month for 60 months
- Proclaim May 20-26, 2023 as National Safe Boating Week
- Install newly elected officers including Mayor Nicole Milovich-Walters
The Village Council swore in newly elected officers and appointed commissioners to specific posts. The board approved a 60-month fiber optic service agreement for the Kaptur Administrative and Police Center and authorized two warrant lists for payments.
- Approved fiber optic service agreement with Urbancom.net for $895/month for 60 months (5-0)
- Approved payment of invoices on May 8 Warrant List for $125,084.57 (5-0)
- Approved Supplemental Warrant List for $408,699.60 (5-0)
- Appointed G. Darryl Reed to Accounts and Finances (5-0)
- Appointed Dan Polk to Public Health and Safety (5-0)
- Appointed Mike Wade to Public Property and Buildings (5-0)
- Appointed Rebecca Petan to Streets and Public Improvements, Recreation (5-0)
- Reconfirmed appointments of Village Manager Richard B. Boehm, Village Engineer Michael Sibrava, and Village Attorneys Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins, Ltd. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The board discussed the process for hiring a new library director, including updating the job description, advertising, reviewing applicants, interviewing, and selecting a candidate. No decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:02 pm (unanimous)
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY2024 budget ordinance of $15,640,204. They will also vote on several routine items, including road closures for a parade, a raffle license, and warrant payments. Additionally, they will consider approving a water main extension to Cog Hill and purchasing new street sign poles.
- Public hearing and ordinance to adopt FY2024 budget of $15,640,204
- Resolution to close McCarthy Road between 80th Avenue and LaGrange Road for parade on Sept 16, 2023, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
- Approve construction engineering proposal from Baxter & Woodman for water main extension to Cog Hill, not to exceed $111,650
- Approve proposal from TCP for 13 street sign poles and brackets, $13,351.50
- Waive fees for text amendment regarding legal nonconforming uses at Cog Hill and Ludwig Farm
The Board of Commissioners approved the annual budget for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2024, totaling $15,640,204. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and a road closure for a September parade.
- Approved Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Ordinance of $15,640,204 (4-0)
- Approved Baxter & Woodman engineering agreement for Cog Hill water main extension not to exceed $111,650 (4-0)
- Approved $13,351.50 proposal from TCP for 13 street sign poles and brackets on 123rd (4-0)
- Approved resolution to close McCarthy Road for annual parade on Sept 16, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved payment of invoices on April 24, 2023 Warrant List for $88,067.33 (4-0)
- Approved Community Association Institute (CAI) Raffle License and Bond Waiver (4-0)
- Approved fee waiver for text amendment regarding Cog Hill and Ludwig Farm (4-0)
- Approved minutes from April 10, 2023 meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Plan Commission
The Palos Park Plan Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 20, 2023, is canceled because there are no agenda items. This is a procedural notice only, with no decisions or discussions planned.
- Meeting canceled due to no agenda items
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving the minutes of its March meetings, the monthly financial report, and payment of bills. The board will also discuss and potentially act on the second draft of the FY 2023-2024 budget and the salary schedule. Other items include committee updates, a request to close early on May 18, filling a board vacancy, and a roof replacement bid packet.
- Approve payment of bills for March 16 through April 19, 2023
- Approve monthly statement for March 2023
- Discuss and act on FY 2023-2024 budget, second draft
- Discuss and act on salary schedule
- Discuss and act on East Side roof replacement bid packet
The Board approved the second draft of the FY 2023-2024 budget and the staff and Director salary schedule. The Board also appointed a Vice-President and reappointed two trustees. Library Director Kathryn Sofianos announced her resignation effective June 30, 2023.
- Approved Budget and Appropriation FY 2023-2024, Second Draft (unanimous)
- Approved Salary Schedule for staff and Director (unanimous)
- Appointed Terri Kachinsky as Board Vice-President (unanimous)
- Reappointed Kathy Branigan and Amanda Neely to four-year terms beginning June 1, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved library closing at 5 pm on May 18, 2023 for staff meeting (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills from March 16 to April 19, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved March 2023 monthly statement (unanimous)
- Tabled action on Strategic Plan, Library Grounds, and Fundraising Committees to May 17, 2023
Recreation Board
The Palos Park Recreational Advisory Commission will meet to approve minutes, welcome new members, and review program and facility updates. The main business item is finalizing a proposed increase in rental rates to take effect January 1, 2024. The meeting also includes a personnel update and adjournment.
- Finalize proposed rental rate increase effective January 1, 2024
- Welcome new Recreation and Parks Commissioner Rebecca Petan
- Welcome new RAC members Dawn Portugues and Colleen Costello
- Summer programming and special events preview, including Summer Concert Bands
- Parks and facility updates: Recreation Center, Village Green, Centennial Park
The Recreational Advisory Commission unanimously approved a proposal to increase rental rates effective January 1, 2024. The commission decided the Village Green will not be a rentable area and capped gazebo rental capacity at 300 people. The board also reviewed spring program run rates and discussed upcoming summer and autumn events.
- Approved minutes of January 24, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved proposed rental rate increase for Village Council consideration (unanimous)
- Decided Village Green will not be included as a rentable area
- Capped gazebo rental capacity at 300 people
Historic Preservation
The scheduled Historic Preservation meeting for Tuesday, April 18, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting cancelled
Police Pension Board
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 and possibly act on a cash management policy, post-consolidation services from Sawyer Falduto Asset Management, and an engagement letter from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP. The agenda includes several administrative items such as trustee training fees, board election certification, and member term expirations.
- Approval of bills including Illinois Department of Insurance Compliance Fee
- Discussion/Possible Action on Cash Management Policy
- Discussion/Possible Action on Post Consolidation Services from Sawyer Falduto Asset Management, LLC
- Certify Board Election Results for Active and Retired Member Positions
- Review/Possibly Approve Resolution for Authorized Agents and Account Representatives from IPOPIF
The Board established monthly withdrawal amounts and balance limits for its BMO Harris account. It also certified the reelection of Trustee John Sawyer and approved a three-year engagement letter for Lauterbach & Amen, LLP.
- Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Set 2023 monthly IPOPIF withdrawals to BMO Harris account at $35,000 starting May 1, 2023 (unanimous)
- Set BMO Harris account minimum balance at $35,000 and maximum at $40,000 (unanimous)
- Certified retired member election results reelecting John Sawyer to a term expiring May 13, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved three-year engagement for Lauterbach & Amen, LLP at $6,185 (2024), $6,375 (2025), and $6,565 (2026) (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for April 12, 2023, is cancelled because there are no agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place.
- Meeting cancelled
- No agenda items
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council will consider routine approvals including warrant lists, several contract awards for park and infrastructure projects, and an ordinance extending a front-yard setback compliance deadline. A public hearing on the FY2024 budget is scheduled for April 24.
- Approve warrant list of $110,272.17 and supplemental warrant list of $367,854.54
- Award irrigation system for Village Green field to Krupske Sprinkler System, Inc. for $10,040
- Approve NuToys Leisure Products proposal for playground replacement at Village Green Park for $226,887
- Approve Baxter & Woodman engineering proposal for water main extension to Cog Hill property for up to $111,650
- Approve purchase of 2023 Ford F550 truck from Kunes Auto Group for $139,847.26
The Village Council approved several capital improvements, including a new playground and irrigation system for Village Green Park and a new Ford F 550 truck. The board also authorized a professional services agreement to update development regulations and approved a carpet replacement for the Kaptur Administrative and Police Center.
- Approved $226,887 proposal from NuToys Leisure Products for Village Green Park playground and surface (4-0)
- Approved $10,040 award to Krupske Sprinkler System, Inc. for Village Green irrigation (4-0)
- Approved $139,847.26 purchase of a 2023 Ford F 550 truck from Kunes Auto Group (4-0)
- Approved $39,990 proposal from Kay Carpet Corporation for Kaptur Administrative and Police Center carpeting (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-R-01 for professional services agreement with Camiros, Ltd. to update development regulations (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2023-10 extending front yard setback variation compliance for 9109 West 125th Street by six months (4-0)
- Approved $110,272.17 in invoices on the April 10, 2023 Warrant List (4-0)
- Approved $367,854.54 for the April 10, 2023 Supplement Warrant List (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss actions and activities for the 2023-2025 strategic plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as adopting the agenda, public comments, and a possible executive session.
- Discussion of 3-year (2023-2025) strategic plan actions and activities
- Public comments period
- Possible executive session
The Board revisited the 3-year strategic plan to check for inconsistencies and identify lead persons for actions. Some objective start dates were reassessed. The formation of Library Grounds and Fundraising committees was deferred to the April 2023 meeting.
- Approved March 29, 2023 agenda
- Reassessed some start dates for strategic plan objectives
- Identified lead persons for most strategic plan actions
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council is holding its regular meeting with a largely ceremonial agenda. They will present a plaque to the Palos Park Women's Club for its 120th anniversary, award scholarships to two police cadets, and make a commission appointment. The council will also proclaim Monarch Pledge Day and Arbor Day, and approve a warrant list of $47,938.29 in invoices.
- Approve payment of invoices on Warrant List dated March 27, 2023 in the amount of $47,938.29
- Presentation of Palos Park Women's Club 120th Anniversary Plaque
- Police Department Law Enforcement Explorers-Cadet Scholarship Awards to Jake Zemgulis and Grace Mischak
- Recreational Advisory Commission appointment of Colleen Smith Costello, term to expire June 1, 2026
- Proclaim March 27, 2023 as Monarch Pledge Day and May 7, 2023 as Arbor Day
The Village Council approved a warrant list of invoices and appointed a new member to the Recreational Advisory Commission. The meeting also included proclamations for Monarch Pledge Day and Arbor Day.
- Approved payment of invoices on the March 27, 2023 Warrant List for $47,938.29 (4-0)
- Approved appointment of Colleen Smith Costello to the Recreational Advisory Commission for a term expiring June 1, 2026 (4-0)
- Approved minutes from the March 13, 2023 Regular Council Meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Historic Preservation
The Village of Palos Park's Historic Preservation meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 21, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting cancelled
Palos Fine Arts
The Palos Fine Arts meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 16, 2023, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Thursday, April 20, 2023. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no substantive items.
- March 16, 2023 meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for April 20, 2023
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting, including public comments, approval of minutes and bills, and a review of the monthly financial report. The board will discuss and potentially act on the FY 2023-2024 budget and appropriation, and review the strategic plan. A Coast Guard Auxiliary representative will present a certificate of appreciation for the library's boating safety brochures.
- Approve minutes of February 15, 2023 meeting
- Approve monthly statement for February 2023
- Approve payment of bills for February 16 through March 15, 2023
- Discussion and action on FY 2023-2024 budget and appropriation
- Strategic plan review
The Board approved monthly financial statements and bill payments. The FY 2023-2024 budget and appropriation were reviewed but tabled for approval at the next meeting. A separate meeting was scheduled for March 29, 2023, to discuss the Strategic Plan Review.
- Approved March 15, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills for Feb 16 to March 15, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved February 2023 monthly statement (unanimous)
- Tabled approval of FY 2023-2024 Budget and Appropriation
- Approved separate Strategic Plan Review meeting for March 29, 2023 (unanimous)
Village Council
The Village Council is set to approve a major amendment to a commercial planned development in the B-1 Limited Retail Business District, overriding the Plan Commission's recommendation. The meeting also includes approval of waste collection rates through March 2024, payment of over $590,000 in invoices, and the start of the 2023 Roadway Paving Project.
- Approval of Ordinance 2023-08 for a major amendment to a commercial planned development at 12300 S. LaGrange Road and 9540 W. 123rd Street
- Approval of Ordinance 2023-07 establishing waste collection rates for single-family residences through March 31, 2024
- Approval of a $16,575.00 proposal from DeKane Equipment to purchase a new Grasshopper Riding Lawnmower
- Approval of Ordinance 2023-09 increasing Class A liquor licenses by one for Great Lakes Beer and Bourbon at 12900 S. LaGrange Road
- Approval of warrant lists totaling $590,023.05 for invoices, payroll, and wire transfers
The Village Council approved updated residential waste collection charges and a new Class A liquor license for Great Lakes Beer and Bourbon. The board also authorized the start of the 2023 Roadway Paving Project and approved a commercial planned development amendment for Wu’s House.
- Approved Ordinance 2023-07 establishing single-family residential waste collection rates through March 31, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved $165,540.35 in invoices from the March 13, 2023 Warrant List (5-0)
- Approved $424,482.70 for the Supplemental Warrant List (5-0)
- Approved start of plans, specifications, and bidding for 2023 Roadway Paving Project (5-0)
- Approved $16,575.00 purchase of a new Grasshopper Riding Lawnmower from DeKane Equipment (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2023-08 for commercial planned development amendment and parking lot expansion for Wu’s House (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2023-09 to increase Class A liquor licenses by one for Great Lakes Beer and Bourbon (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Village Council
The special Village Council, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Plan Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 7 PM is cancelled. The agenda contains no other items for discussion or decision.
- Cancellation of joint planning and training workshop
Plan Commission
This meeting agenda announces that the special Village Council, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Plan Commission joint planning and training workshop scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 7 PM is cancelled. The agenda contains no other business items.
- Special joint planning and training workshop cancelled
Zoning Board of Appeals
The special joint meeting of the Village Council, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Plan Commission scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 7 PM has been cancelled. The agenda contains no other business items.
- Special joint planning and training workshop cancelled
Zoning Board of Appeals
The regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss or decide at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
- No agenda items
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council will consider a request by Wu & Tran Palos Park, LLC to modify an approved Commercial Planned Development in the B-1 Limited Retail Business District, along with commercial construction and landscaping review. The council will also approve a warrant list of invoices totaling $66,312.48 and receive various departmental reports.
- PC 2022-02: Modification to approved Commercial Planned Development in B-1 District (Chapter 1274.05)
- Commercial Construction and Landscaping Review (Chapter 1461)
- Warrant List dated February 27, 2023: $66,312.48
- Approval of minutes from February 13, 2023 regular meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Historic Preservation
The Village of Palos Park Historic Preservation meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 21, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
- Meeting cancelled
- No agenda items
Plan Commission
The Palos Park Plan Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 16, 2023, is canceled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will take action on the January minutes, bill payments, and the monthly financial statement, and will discuss and potentially act on roles and responsibilities for the strategic plan. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.
- Approve minutes of January 18, 2023 regular board meeting
- Payment of bills for January 19 through February 15, 2023
- Monthly financial statement for January 2023
- Projected fiscal year end total for FY 2022-2023
- Strategic plan roles and responsibilities discussion and action
The Board approved the payment of bills from January 19 through February 15, 2023, and the January 2023 monthly statement. Members discussed recommendations for the Strategic Plan draft to be addressed at the March meeting.
- Approved February 15, 2023 agenda
- Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills for January 19 through February 15, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved monthly statement for January 2023 (unanimous)
Village Council
The Village Council is approving a supplemental warrant list totaling $1,214,691.37 for payroll and transfers, along with a revised official zoning map. The body is also approving a contract for the 2023 Autumn In The Park Festival and extending the compliance deadline for a commercial planned development at 9520 West 131st Street.
- Approval of Supplemental Warrant List dated February 13, 2023, in the amount of $1,214,691.37
- Approval of Ordinance 2023-05 accepting the publication of a Revised Official Zoning Map
- Approval of Ordinance 2023-06 extending compliance time by 12 months for the Commercial Planned Development at 9520 West 131st Street
- Approval of a $18,750 contract with Big Tent Events of Carol Stream, IL for the 2023 Autumn In The Park Festival
- Approval of Ordinance 2023-04 amending the Village Code to decrease Class A liquor licenses by one
The Village Council approved a revised official zoning map and a 12-month compliance extension for a commercial planned development at 9520 West 131st Street. The board also authorized payments totaling over $1.3 million and approved a contract for the Autumn In The Park Festival.
- Approved revised official zoning map (Ordinance 2023-05) (4-0)
- Approved 12-month compliance extension for 9520 West 131st Street (Ordinance 2023-06) (4-0)
- Decreased Class A liquor licenses by one due to business failure to open (Ordinance 2023-04) (4-0)
- Approved $1,214,691.37 supplemental warrant list and $180,856.87 warrant list (4-0)
- Approved $18,750 contract with Big Tent Events for Autumn In The Park Festival (4-0)
- Appointed Dawn Portugues to the Recreation Advisory Commission (4-0)
- Tabled Wu’s House parking lot expansion request until February 27, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved PATSE Bus Service payment of $585.90 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for February 8, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss or decide at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
- No agenda items
Recreation Board
The board unanimously approved the January 18, 2022, meeting minutes and confirmed the quarterly meeting schedule. Members reviewed upcoming recreation guides, facility maintenance, and playground designs for the Village Green. Discussions were held regarding potential 2024 rental rate increases and the search for a full-time supervisor.
- Approved January 18, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Confirmed RAC meetings will remain the third Tuesday of the month at 7pm on a quarterly basis (no objections)
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council will consider routine items including an ordinance to reduce the number of Class G liquor licenses by one due to the cessation of golf operations at Gleneagles Country Club, approve a warrant list of $127,510.78, and hear a presentation on the Community Emergency Response Team. The meeting also includes approvals for building maintenance and a financial audit contract.
- Ordinance 2023-03 to decrease Class G liquor licenses by one (Gleneagles Country Club, 13070 McCarthy Rd)
- Warrant list payment of $127,510.78
- Comfort Zone Heating and Cooling proposal for $7,758.00 for building maintenance
- Contract with Lauterbach and Amen, LLP for financial audit services (FY 2023-2025)
- CERT program overview by Officer Frank Flores
The Village Council approved a multi-year financial audit contract and a maintenance agreement for Village-owned buildings. The Board also decreased the number of Class G liquor licenses due to the cessation of operations at Gleneagles Country Club.
- Approved Ordinance 2023-03 to decrease Class G liquor licenses by one due to Gleneagles Country Club cessation (5-0)
- Approved payment of invoices on the January 23, 2023 Warrant List for $127,510.78 (5-0)
- Approved $7,758.00 proposal from Comfort Zone Heating and Cooling for 2023 maintenance of Village buildings (5-0)
- Approved financial audit contract with Lauterbach and Amen, LLP for FY 2023-2025 ($18,600, $19,000, and $19,400 respectively) (5-0)
- Approved minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Palos Fine Arts
The Palos Fine Arts meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 19, 2023, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Thursday, February 16, 2023. The agenda contains no other business items.
- January 19, 2023 meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: February 16, 2023
Plan Commission
The Palos Park Plan Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 19, 2023, is canceled because there are no agenda items to discuss. This is a procedural notice only, with no decisions or discussions taking place.
- Meeting canceled due to no agenda items
Library Board
The Palos Park Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes, pay bills, and review financial statements. They will also discuss and take action on the COVID-19 paid sick leave policy and the strategic plan, and consider closing for a staff meeting.
- Payment of bills for November 17, 2022 through December 21, 2022
- Payment of bills for December 22, 2022 through January 18, 2023
- Monthly statements for November and December 2022
- Discussion and action on COVID-19 paid sick leave policy
- Closing Friday, February 17, 2023, 9:30 am – 1 pm for staff meeting
The Board unanimously voted to end the Paid Sick Leave Policy Due to Covid. Members also approved several months of financial statements and bill payments. The library will close for a staff meeting on February 17, 2023.
- Terminated Paid Sick Leave Policy Due to Covid (unanimous)
- Approved library closure for staff meeting on Feb 17, 2023, from 9:30am to 1:00pm (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills for Nov 17, 2022 through Dec 21, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills for Dec 22, 2022 through Jan 18, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved monthly statement for November 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved monthly statement for December 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from November 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from December 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
Historic Preservation
The Village of Palos Park's Historic Preservation meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 17, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss.
Police Pension Board
The Palos Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to handle routine pension fund business, including approving minutes, bills, and investment reports. The board will also consider cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners, trustee training fees, and renewal of fiduciary liability insurance.
- Approval of bills and additional bills
- Investment reports from IPOPIF/Verus Advisory, Inc.
- Approve annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
- Review/approve fiduciary liability insurance renewal
- Review trustee term expirations and election procedure
The Board approved the 2023 Cost of Living Adjustments as calculated by L&A. Other actions included setting a cash reserve limit for the BMO Harris Account and renewing fiduciary liability insurance. The Board also adopted the Municipal Compliance Report.
- Approved 2023 Cost of Living Adjustments for pensioners (unanimous)
- Set BMO Harris Account minimum and maximum balance at $35,000 (unanimous)
- Adopted Municipal Compliance Report prepared by L&A (unanimous)
- Approved $3,678.00 fiduciary liability insurance renewal for Feb 1, 2023 - Feb 1, 2024 (unanimous)
- Authorized execution of updated tri-party pledge depository agreement (unanimous)
- Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
The regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for Wednesday, January 11, 2023, is cancelled. There are no agenda items to discuss or decide at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
- No agenda items
Village Council
The Palos Park Village Council will vote on several routine items, including a tax abatement ordinance, a property disconnection, and approval of warrant lists. They will also consider a plan commission appointment and continue a parking lot expansion request.
- Ordinance 2023-01 to abate property taxes for 2022 related to bond payments
- Ordinance 2023-02 to disconnect property owned by Albany Bank and Land Trust Company
- Ratify warrant list of $59,589.71 and approve warrant lists of $90,180.88 and $243,681.86
- Approve IRMA 2023 contribution of $92,939 with $82,939 surplus credit, netting $10,000
- Continue Wu's House parking lot expansion request to February 13, 2023
The Village Council adopted ordinances to abate certain property taxes and disconnect a specific property owned by Albany Bank and Land Trust Company N.A. The board also approved a Plan Commission appointment and various warrant list payments.
- Appointed Joe Nicorata to the Plan Commission (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-01 to abate taxes for the 2022 tax levy year (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2023-02 to disconnect property owned by Albany Bank and Land Trust Company N.A. (5-0)
- Acknowledged Chicago Southland Convention and Visitors Bureau as the bureau of record (5-0)
- Ratified and approved warrant list payments totaling $433,451.45 (5-0)
- Tabled Wu’s House parking lot expansion request (PC 2022-02) to February 13, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved IRMA 2023 annual contribution of $10,000 after applying a $82,939 surplus credit (5-0)