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River GroveIL averageUS Census ACS
Population
10,482
Per-capita income
$34,944
Median home value
$244,700
Bachelor's or higher
26%
Typical home value $324,706 +6.2% yr/yr · +27.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

Village Board Meetings

River Grove board to vote on $356K in contracts, including LED streetlights

The River Grove Village Board will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including approving contracts for LED streetlights, a fence replacement, and permeable paver maintenance, as well as a SCADA computer purchase. They will also vote on an ordinance to dispose of a 1997 dump truck and amend property inspection fees. The meeting includes committee reports, public comments, and a closed executive session.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, August 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any public comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING: ------------------------------------------------- …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Committee to review quotes for radios, fire hose, painting, generator, and LED lights

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss and review several purchase quotes and project updates. Items include portable radios compatible with Cook County Dispatch, fire hose replacement, exterior painting of the Public Works Building, a mobile diesel generator, selling a Public Works truck for scrap, and LED street light fixtures. The committee will also hear an update on the Facade Improvement Program and general project updates.

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1 PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS LEGAL NOTICE Notice and Agenda of a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, Illinois President, David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank Obaya ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Finance/Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Trustee Lynn Bjorvik, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, as follows: MONDAY, AUGUST 17TH @ 10AM VILLAGE HALL CONFERENCE ROOM 2621 N. THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS AGENDA • Discussion regarding purchase of portable radios compatible with Cook County Dispatch Center (Chief Flynn) • Review of quote for fire hose replacement (Chief Flynn) • Review of Quote for Exterior Painting of Public Works Building (Director Leder) • Review of Quote for purchase of a mobile diesel generator (Director Leder) • Request to sell Public Works Truck for scrap (Director Leder) • Review of quote from Lyons View for replacement of LED Stree …
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Fri Aug 7, 2026

License & Ordinance Committee

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VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS www.rivergroveil.gov 708/453-8000 President David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank J. Obaya Chairperson Christopher Lilly has directed this notification of CANCELLATION OF THE LICENSE AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULED FOR: FRIDAY, AUGUST 07, 2026
Mon Aug 3, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Finance and Economic Development Committee meeting cancelled

The Finance and Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for August 3, 2026, has been cancelled by Chairperson Lynn M. Bjorvik.

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VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS www.rivergroveil.gov 708/453-8000 President David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank J. Obaya Chairperson Lynn M. Bjorvik has directed this notification of CANCELLATION OF THE FINANCE/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULED FOR: MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026 Chairperson Co-Chairperson Member Mark Lucas Member Bart Smith
Mon Jul 20, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Board will vote on $806,451.60 contract for Maple, Herrick and Oak Street improvements

The River Grove Village Board will consider five resolutions, including contracts for a Korean War memorial monument, an asphalt paving project on Maple, Herrick and Oak Streets, monthly IT services, and an energy‑efficient street‑light replacement. Two ordinances will be voted on: one limiting Class C liquor licenses to one and another creating a restaurant build‑out reimbursement grant for the Grand/Thatcher redevelopment area. The board will also approve payment of village bills and discuss various personnel, property and litigation matters in a closed executive session.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, July 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any pu blic comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING: None. ------------------------------------------------ …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Finance/Economic Development Committee meeting cancelled

The Finance/Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

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VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS www.rivergroveil.gov 708/453-8000 President David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank J. Obaya Chairperson Lynn M. Bjorvik has directed this notification of CANCELLATION OF THE FINANCE/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULED FOR: MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026 Chairperson Co-Chairperson Member Mark Lucas Member Bart Smith
Mon Jun 15, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Finance committee to review light fixture replacement quote and contract renewals

The River Grove Finance/Economic Development Committee will meet to review a quote for replacement of Cobra Head Light Fixtures and consider renewing a Strategic Project Management contract. Other items include changes to Illinois Funds designations, hiring a facilities planning consultant, and updating the Facade Improvement Program. The agenda lists these topics for discussion; no votes or decisions are recorded.

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1 PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS LEGAL NOTICE Notice and Agenda of a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, Illinois President, David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank Obaya ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Finance/Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Trustee Lynn Bjorvik, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, as follows: MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026 @ 10AM VILLAGE HALL CONFERENCE ROOM 2621 N. THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS AGENDA • Review of quote for the replacement of the Cobra Head Light Fixtures • Strategic Project Management Contract Renewal • Illinois Funds Designation Changes • Facilities Planning Consultant • Facade Improvement Program (E) OLD BUSINESS: (F) NEW BUSINESS: (G) EXECUTIVE SESSION (if needed): (H) ADJOURNMENT: By Committee Chair or Co‐Chair (Time: __________)
Mon Jun 15, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Village Board to vote on $425K cost reduction for Des Plaines River Trail engineering

The River Grove Village Board will vote on four resolutions, including a $425,000 reduction in a contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for the Des Plaines River Trail improvements, and a six-month extension of an economic development services agreement. The board will also approve minutes, pay bills, and go into closed session to discuss employee compensation, real estate, and litigation.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 6-month extension of economic development services contract

The Village Board approved four resolutions, including a six-month extension of a professional services agreement with Strategic Project Management for economic development services in the Grand/Thatcher TIF District. The board also approved an amendment to a contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for the Des Plaines River Trail improvements, reducing the cost by $425,000. Additionally, the board approved the appointment of a principal and traders to village bank accounts and authorized intervention in all 2025-2028 tax year appeals. All resolutions passed unanimously with 6-0 votes.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, June 15, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any pu blic comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING: None ------------------------------------------------- …
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1 June 15, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, Illinois www.rivergroveil.gov MINUTES of the Village Board Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at 2607 Thatcher Avenue Publication and Notice. Notice of tonight’s meeting was published in the Tribune Media Group (formerly known as Pioneer Press), Elm Leaves edition, on December 18, 2025, and, notice and the Agenda were posted on the Village website, as well as posted on the bulletin board of the Village Hall at 2621 Thatcher Avenue and at the Senior Community Center where the courtroom and board room are housed, at 2607 Thatcher, River Grove, Illinois on June 11, 2026, and also e-mailed to the Board members and department heads. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to Order by President Guerin at 6:00 p.m., who then led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. Guerin commented on and recognized Flag Day. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: The roll call of board members was taken by Deputy Clerk Gina Leder as follows: Present in P …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Obaya, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-37 as presented.  President Guerin summarized this Resolution and asked whether there were any questions…
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Thomas, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-38 as presented.  President Guerin and Village Engineer Lucas summarized this Resolution.  Guerin asked…
6 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Lilly, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-39 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by 4 June 15, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois Trustee Lilly, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-40 as presented.  There…
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
Fri Jun 5, 2026

License & Ordinance Committee

License & Ordinance Committee meeting cancelled

The License and Ordinance Committee meeting scheduled for June 5, 2026, has been cancelled.

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VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS www.rivergroveil.gov 708/453-8000 President David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank J. Obaya Chairperson Christopher Lilly has directed this notification of CANCELLATION OF THE LICENSE AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULED FOR: FRIDAY, JUNE 05, 2026
Mon May 18, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Finance Committee meeting scheduled for May 18 cancelled

The May 18, 2026 meeting of the Village of River Grove Finance/Economic Development Committee has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

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1 PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS LEGAL NOTICE Notice and Agenda of a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, Illinois President, David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank Obaya ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Finance/Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Trustee Lynn Bjorvik, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, as follows: NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY MAY 18, 2026
Mon May 18, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Board to vote on $767,768 roof repair contract for Public Works

The Village Board will vote on two resolutions: a $767,768 roofing contract with Garland/DBS for the Public Works Department roof, and a $130.95/hour temporary accountant services agreement with MGT Impact Solutions. It will also consider an ordinance adding general pest control regulations to the village code. The board may enter closed session to discuss employee compensation, property, litigation, and security matters.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $767,768 roofing contract for Public Works Department

The Village Board adopted a resolution authorizing a roofing contract with Garland/DBS, Inc. for up to $767,768 to replace a section of the Public Works Department roof. It also ratified a temporary accountant services agreement with MGT Impact Solutions, LLC, and passed an ordinance adding general insect, rodent and pest control regulations. The Board authorized payment of all outstanding village bills.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, May 18, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any public comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING: Recognition of “Firefighter Excellence Unit Citation” awa …
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1 May 18, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, Illinois www.rivergroveil.gov MINUTES of the Village Board Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at 2607 Thatcher Avenue Publication and Notice. Notice of tonight’s meeting was published in the Tribune Media Group (formerly known as Pioneer Press), Elm Leaves edition, on December 18, 2025, and, notice and the Agenda were posted on the Village website, as well as posted on the bulletin board of the Village Hall at 2621 Thatcher Avenue and at the Senior Community Center where the courtroom and board room are housed, at 2607 Thatcher, River Grove, Illinois on May 15, 2026, and also e-mailed to the Board members and department heads. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to Order by President Guerin at 6:00 p.m., who then led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: The roll call of board members was taken by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen as follows: Present in Person: President David B. Guerin and C …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-35 as presented.  President Guerin summarized this Resolution and asked whether there were any…
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Thomas, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-36 as presented.  Guerin asked whether there were any questions. There were no questions or comments by…
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Lantgen, seconded by Trustee Obaya, to adopt Ordinance 2026-04 as presented.  Guerin asked whether there were any questions. There were no questions or comments by or…
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
Mon May 4, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Board to vote on $1.4M lease, EMS fee hike, sewer lining contracts

The River Grove Village Board will vote on several resolutions, including a $1.4 million lease with Wintrust Bank for capital items, an adjustment to emergency medical services fees effective June 1, 2026, and reject all bids for the 2026 sewer lining project due to costs exceeding budget, then award an emergency contract to Hoerr Construction for $401,760. Also up for votes are multiple street resurfacing contracts and a change order for lead service line replacement.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $1.4M lease for capital items (5‑0 vote)

The River Grove Village Board adopted several resolutions, including a $1.4 million five‑year lease for capital purchases, an adjustment to the Emergency Medical Services fee, and multiple public‑works contracts. The Board also rejected all bids for the 2026 sewer lining project and approved the award of new contracts for sewer lining, water main work, and road resurfacing. All actions were approved unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, May 04, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any public comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING: Motorcycle Awareness Month Proclamation. ---------------- …
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1 May 04, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, Illinois www.rivergroveil.gov MINUTES of the Village Board Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on Monday, May 04, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at 2607 Thatcher Avenue Publication and Notice. Notice of tonight’s meeting was published in the Tribune Media Group (formerly known as Pioneer Press), Elm Leaves edition, on December 18, 2025, and, notice and the Agenda were posted on the Village website, as well as posted on the bulletin board of the Village Hall at 2621 Thatcher Avenue and at the Senior Community Center where the courtroom and board room are housed, at 2607 Thatcher, River Grove, Illinois on May 01, 2026, and also e-mailed to the Board members and department heads. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to Order by President Guerin at 6:01 p.m., who then led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: The roll call of board members was taken by Acting Deputy Village Clerk Greg Peters as follows: Present in Person: President David B. Guerin …
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🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Lilly, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-23 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Obaya, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-24 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Obaya, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-25 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Obaya, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-26 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Lantgen, seconded by Trustee Bjorvik, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-27 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Obaya, seconded by Trustee Ramirez, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-28 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Ramirez, seconded by Trustee Obaya, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-29 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Lantgen, seconded by Trustee Obaya, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-30 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Ramirez, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-31 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Obaya, seconded by Trustee Bjorvik, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-32 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Lantgen, seconded by Trustee Obaya, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-33 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Ramirez, seconded by Trustee Obaya, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-34 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
Mon May 4, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Committee reviews $1.4M lease for police, fire, and public works vehicles

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is reviewing quotes for the Public Works Building Roof Project, a 5-year $1,400,000 lease with Wintrust Bank for rolling stock in Police, Fire, and Public Works departments, a quote to repair the Korean War Memorial, the Facade Improvement Program, and matters related to Veterans Park District. No votes are scheduled; these are items for discussion and review.

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1 PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS LEGAL NOTICE Notice and Agenda of a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, Illinois President, David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank Obaya ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Finance/Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Trustee Lynn Bjorvik, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, as follows: MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026 @ 10AM VILLAGE HALL CONFERENCE ROOM 2621 N. THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS AGENDA • Review of quotes for the Public Works Building Roof Project • Review of details of a 5 year lease for $1,400,000 with Wintrust Bank for rolling Stock in Police, Fire & Public Works Departments • Review of quote to Repair Korean War Memorial • Facade Improvement Program • Veterans Park District (E) OLD BUSINESS: (F) NEW BUSINESS: (G) EXECUTIVE SESSION (if needed): (H) ADJOURNMENT: By Committee Chair or Co‐Chair (Time: __________)
Mon Apr 20, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Board to award $108,711 sewer cleaning contract, consider housing authority resolution

The River Grove Village Board will vote on several resolutions including a $108,711 sewer cleaning and video project award, a resolution supporting a municipal housing authority, and an ordinance setting the number of Class A retail liquor licenses at nine. The board will also consider purchases of equipment such as a scissor lift, mower, and HVAC unit, and authorize payment of village bills. An executive session is planned to discuss personnel, salary schedules, property, litigation, and security.

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✓ Decided: Board approved support for Municipal Housing Authority and multiple equipment contracts

The Village Board unanimously adopted Resolution 2026‑R‑15 supporting the Municipal Housing Authority. It also approved seven additional resolutions authorizing contracts and purchases for sewer cleaning, a scissor lift, a hydraulic breaker, a collection mower, an outdoor stage, an HVAC system, and a web‑application license fee.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, April 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any public comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING: (a) Arbor Day Proclamation Honoring 154th Anniversary …
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1 April 20, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, Illinois www.rivergroveil.gov MINUTES of the Village Board Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at 2607 Thatcher Avenue Publication and Notice. Notice of tonight’s meeting was published in the Tribune Media Group (formerly known as Pioneer Press), Elm Leaves edition, on December 18, 2025, and, notice and the Agenda were posted on the Village website, as well as posted on the bulletin board of the Village Hall at 2621 Thatcher Avenue and at the Senior Community Center where the courtroom and board room are housed, at 2607 Thatcher, River Grove, Illinois on April 17, 2026, and also e-mailed to the Board members and department heads. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to Order by President Guerin at 6:00 p.m., who then led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: The roll call of board members was taken by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen as follows: Present in Person: President David B. Guerin a …
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🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made by Trustee Lilly, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-15 as presented. 3 April 20, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois …
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Thomas, seconded by Trustee Bjorvik, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-16 as presented.  President Guerin and Village Engineer Lucas summarized this Resolution.  Guerin asked…
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Thomas, seconded by Trustee Lilly, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-17 as presented.  President Guerin and Public Works Director Leder summarized this Resolution.  Guerin…
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Ramirez, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-18 as presented.  President Guerin summarized this Resolution and asked whether there were any…
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Thomas, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-19 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Lantgen, seconded by Trustee Bjorvik, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-20 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Thomas, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-21 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-22 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Lilly, seconded by Trustee Bjorvik, to adopt Ordinance 2026-03 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members.  President Guerin asked…
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
Mon Apr 20, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

River Grove Finance/Economic Development Committee meeting cancelled

The Finance/Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for April 20, 2026, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

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1 PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS LEGAL NOTICE Notice and Agenda of a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, Illinois President, David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank Obaya ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Finance/Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Trustee Lynn Bjorvik, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, as follows: NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING SCHEDULED FOR April 20, 2026
Fri Apr 10, 2026

License & Ordinance Committee

Committee will review business license fees, unlicensed firms, pest ordinances

The License and Ordinance Committee will consider updates to business license fee structures and address any outdated ordinances. It will also discuss how to handle businesses operating without a required license. Additionally, the committee will review the village’s pest control ordinances.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA ‐ VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS License and Ordinance Chairperson, Trustee Christopher Lilly, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a License and Ordinance Committee of the Board of Trustees of the village of River Grove, as follows: Agenda: (A) CALL TO ORDER (Time: ): (B) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: (C) APPROVE MINUTES (D) COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA ITEMS: a. Business License Fees/Outdated Ordinances b. Businesses operating without a license c. Pest control ordinances (E) OLD/UNFINISHED BUSINESS: (F) NEW BUSINESS: (G) PUBLIC COMMENTS: (H) EXCUTIVE SESSION (If needed): (I) ADJOURNMENT: Committee Chair or Co-Chair (Time: ) VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS Agenda of a public meeting of the License and Ordinance Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove Friday, April 10, 2026, 10 a.m. Village Hall Conference Room 2621 N. Thatcher Ave. River Grove, Illinois
Mon Apr 6, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Village Board to consider traffic signal modernization for Thatcher Woods Shopping Center

The Village Board will discuss agreements and funding with the Illinois Department of Transportation for traffic signal updates. The board will also address local maintenance of state highways for 2026 and 2027.

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✓ Decided: Village Board approved traffic signal modernization agreement for Thatcher Woods

The Board adopted three resolutions unanimously, including a pledge to the Illinois Department of Transportation, an agreement to modernize traffic signals at the Thatcher Woods Shopping Center, and the funding appropriation for that project. All votes were 5‑0 with one trustee absent. The Board also authorized payment of all outstanding village bills and approved the March 16, 2026 meeting minutes.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, April 06, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any public comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING: Recognition of the Liga Latinos Unidos Deportivo Barona …
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1 April 06, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, Illinois www.rivergroveil.gov MINUTES of the Village Board Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on Monday, April 06, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at 2607 Thatcher Avenue Publication and Notice. Notice of tonight’s meeting was published in the Tribune Media Group (formerly known as Pioneer Press), Elm Leaves edition, on December 18, 2025, and, notice and the Agenda were posted on the Village website, as well as posted on the bulletin board of the Village Hall at 2621 Thatcher Avenue and at the Senior Community Center where the courtroom and board room are housed, at 2607 Thatcher, River Grove, Illinois on April 01, 2026, and also e-mailed to the Board members and department heads. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to Order by President Guerin at 6:00 p.m., who then led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: The roll call of board members was taken by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen as follows: Present in Person: President David B. Guerin …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made by Trustee Thomas, seconded by Trustee Bjorvik, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-12 as presented.  President Guerin summarized this Resolution and asked whether there were any questions…
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Ramirez, seconded by Trustee Obaya, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-13 as presented.  President Guerin and Village Engineer Lucas summarized this Resolution. Guerin asked…
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Lilly, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-14 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members or audience. …
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Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
Mon Apr 6, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Finance Committee to review sewer lining contract and 2026 municipal lease

The Finance/Economic Development Committee will review several procurement items and financial planning. Discussions include a potential sewer lining contract and preliminary figures for a 2026 municipal lease.

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1 PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS LEGAL NOTICE Notice and Agenda of a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, Illinois President, David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank Obaya ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Finance/Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Trustee Lynn Bjorvik, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, as follows: MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026 @ 10AM VILLAGE HALL CONFERENCE ROOM 2621 N. THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS AGENDA 1) Review of quotes for water filtration pitchers to those households where the lines are being replaced – Director Leder 2) Review of multiple budgeted items for purchase for Public Works Department – Director Leder 3) Discussion of potential award of contract to Hoerr Construction for sewer lining - Lucas 4) Review of Civic Plus Contracts and review of upcoming invoice requiring board approval - Peters 5) Review of preliminary #’s for planned 2026 Mu …
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Mon Mar 16, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Board approves $996,256 lead water service line replacement contract

The River Grove Village Board will vote on two contract awards: a $996,256 contract to Millennium Contracting for lead water service line replacement on Oak Street, Maple Street, and Thatcher Avenue; and a $586,387.50 contract to Triggi Construction for reconstruction of the Village Hall green parking lot at 2621 N. Thatcher Avenue, funded by an MWRDGC grant and Grand Avenue TIF. The board will also adopt Ordinance 2026‑02 to allocate $249,1214.69 from Grand‑Thatcher TIF revenues to the parking lot project. Additional items include authorizing payment of village bills and a closed executive session on personnel, salary, real‑property, litigation, and safety matters.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $996,256 lead water line replacement contract

The Village Board adopted Resolution 2026‑R‑10, awarding the 2026 Lead Water Service Line Replacement Project to Millenium Contracting Co for $996,256.00. It also adopted Resolution 2026‑R‑11, awarding the Village Hall Green Parking Lot Project to Triggi Construction, Inc. for $586,387.50, and approved Ordinance 2026‑02 to spend $249,214.69 of TIF revenues for that parking lot. All three actions passed with a 4‑aye, 0‑nay vote (two trustees absent).

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, March 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any pu blic comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING : Presentation of a Donation from the Leyden Township …
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1 March 16, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, Illinois www.rivergroveil.gov MINUTES of the Village Board Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at 2607 Thatcher Avenue Publication and Notice. Notice of tonight’s meeting was published in the Tribune Media Group (formerly known as Pioneer Press), Elm Leaves edition, on December 18, 2025, and, notice and the Agenda were posted on the Village website, as well as posted on the bulletin board of the Village Hall at 2621 Thatcher Avenue and at the Senior Community Center where the courtroom and board room are housed, at 2607 Thatcher, River Grove, Illinois on March 13, 2026, and also e-mailed to the Board members and department heads. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to Order by President Guerin at 6:01 p.m., who then led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: The roll call of board members was taken by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen as follows: Present in Person: President David B. Guerin …
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A Motion was made by Trustee Lilly, seconded by 3 March 16, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-10 as presented.  There…
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Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Lantgen, seconded by Trustee Bjorvik, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-11 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members.  President Guerin…
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A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Ordinance 2026-02 as amended. 4 March 16, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois  There…
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Bjorvik yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea
Mon Mar 16, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Finance & Economic Development Committee meeting cancelled

The meeting scheduled for March 16, 2026, has been cancelled. No other business items were listed on the agenda.

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1 PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS LEGAL NOTICE Notice and Agenda of a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, Illinois President, David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank Obaya ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Finance/Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Trustee Lynn Bjorvik, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, as follows: MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026 @ 10AM VILLAGE HALL CONFERENCE ROOM 2621 N. THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS AGENDA NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 16, 2026 (E) OLD BUSINESS: (F) NEW BUSINESS: (G) EXECUTIVE SESSION (if needed): (H) ADJOURNMENT: By Committee Chair or Co‐Chair (Time: __________)
Mon Mar 2, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Finance committee meeting cancelled

The Finance & Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for March 2, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion.

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1 PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS LEGAL NOTICE Notice and Agenda of a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, Illinois President, David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank Obaya ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Finance/Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Trustee Lynn Bjorvik, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, as follows: MONDAY, MARCH 2 2026 @ 10AM VILLAGE HALL CONFERENCE ROOM 2621 N. THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS AGENDA NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 2,2026 (E) OLD BUSINESS: (F) NEW BUSINESS: (G) EXECUTIVE SESSION (if needed): (H) ADJOURNMENT: By Committee Chai r or Co-Chair (Time: __________)
Mon Mar 2, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Village Board to vote on road projects and a $500,000 grant application

The Village Board will consider several infrastructure contracts and a federal grant application for road improvements. The board will also address a pending zoning ordinance regarding temporary signs and authorize the purchase of road salt.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $594,296.30 streetscape improvement on Grand Avenue

The Village Board unanimously adopted four resolutions: applying for a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant with $322,000 matching funds, awarding a $195,877.50 contract to Triggi Construction for Fullerton Avenue pavement patching, awarding a $594,296.30 contract to A Lamp Concrete for the Grand Avenue streetscape project, and authorizing the purchase of 1,200 tons of rock salt. The board also struck Ordinance 2025‑27 from future agendas, approved payment of all current village bills, and ratified the amended list of mayoral appointments.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, March 02, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any public comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING: None. ------------------------------------------------- …
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1 March 02, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, Illinois www.rivergroveil.gov MINUTES of the Village Board Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on Monday, March 02, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at 2607 Thatcher Avenue Publication and Notice. Notice of tonight’s meeting was published in the Tribune Media Group (formerly known as Pioneer Press), Elm Leaves edition, on December 18, 2025, and, notice and the Agenda were posted on the Village website, as well as posted on the bulletin board of the Village Hall at 2621 Thatcher Avenue and at the Senior Community Center where the courtroom and board room are housed, at 2607 Thatcher, River Grove, Illinois on February 26, 2026, and also e-mailed to the Board members and department heads. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to Order by President Guerin at 6:01 p.m., who then led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: The roll call of board members was taken by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen as follows: Present in Person: President David B. Gue …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made by Trustee Thomas, seconded by Trustee Bjorvik, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-06 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members.  President Guerin…
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Lilly, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-07 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members.  President Guerin…
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Obaya, seconded by Trustee Bjorvik, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-08 as presented.  President Guerin summarized the Resolution and expressed gratitude that the project will…
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Thomas, seconded by Trustee Obaya to adopt Resolution 2026-R-09 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members.  President Guerin asked…
5 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
Fri Feb 6, 2026

License & Ordinance Committee

Amendment to temporary sign rules limits window signs and feather flags

The License & Ordinance Committee will discuss old business concerning temporary sign regulations. The discussion centers on Ordinance No. 2025-27, which amends Zoning Code Section 6-13-7 to set limits on window signs and feather flags. The committee will consider the proposed text amendments outlined in Case No. 2025-ZBA-04.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA ‐ VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS License and Ordinance Chairperson, Trustee Christopher Lilly, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a License and Ordinance Committee of the Board of Trustees of the village of River Grove, as follows: Agenda: (A) CALL TO ORDER (Time: ): (B) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: (C) APPROVE MINUTES (D) COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA ITEMS: a. None. (E) OLD/UNFINISHED BUSINESS: a. Signs https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/rivergroveil/latest/rivergrove_il/0-0-0- 7133#JD_6-13-6 i. Window total square footage, Case No. 2025-ZBA-04 is based upon the Board of Trustees’ proposed text amendments under Ordinance No. 2025-27 which amends Zoning Code Section 6-13-7 concerning temporary sign regulations applicable to window signs and time limitations for temporary signs so that: (1) temporary signs may not occupy more than 25% of any window pane at any location; (2) feather flags are allowed for a single 30-day period only commencing upon the opening of a new, properly licensed business; and (3) each location is otherwise limited to four temporary sign permits per year with 30-day intervals between use of temporary signs. (F) NEW BUSINESS: (G) PUBLIC COMMENTS: (H) EXCUTIVE SESSION (If needed): (I) ADJOURNMENT: Committee Chair or Co-Chair (Time: ) VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS Agenda of a public meeting of the License and Ordinance Committee of the Boa …
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Mon Feb 2, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Village Board to consider zoning changes and finance director services

The Village Board will discuss amendments to the zoning code regarding temporary signs and indoor entertainment uses. The board is also deciding on several contracts, including finance services and fire department software.

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✓ Decided: Board approved services contract, fire software purchase, and two zoning ordinances

The River Grove Village Board adopted a services agreement with MGT Impact Solutions, approved purchase of fire department software for $11,600, authorized lock‑box accounts, and adopted two zoning code amendments. The board also authorized payment of all village bills and postponed mayoral appointments to the next meeting. All actions were approved by roll‑call vote of 5 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions, with one trustee absent.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, February 02, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any pu blic comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING: None --------------------------------------------- …
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1 February 02, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, Illinois www.rivergroveil.gov MINUTES of the Village Board Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on Monday, February 02, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at 2607 Thatcher Avenue Publication and Notice. Notice of tonight’s meeting was published in the Tribune Media Group (formerly known as Pioneer Press), Elm Leaves edition, on December 18, 2025, and, notice and the Agenda were posted on the Village website, as well as posted on the bulletin board of the Village Hall at 2621 Thatcher Avenue and at the Senior Community Center where the courtroom and board room are housed, at 2607 Thatcher, River Grove, Illinois on January 31, 2026, and also e-mailed to the Board members and department heads. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to Order by President Guerin at 6:01 p.m., who then led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: The roll call of board members was taken by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen as follows: Present in Person: President David B …
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by 3 February 02, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-02 as presented. …
6 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Ramirez, seconded by Trustee Thomas, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-03 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members.  President Guerin…
6 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Lantgen, to adopt Resolution 2026-R-04 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members.  President Guerin…
6 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Thomas, seconded by Trustee Lantgen to adopt Resolution 2026-R-05 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members.  President Guerin…
6 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Lantgen, seconded by Trustee Bjorvik, to adopt Ordinance 2025-28 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members.  President Guerin…
6 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
A Motion was made by Trustee Lilly, seconded by Trustee Thomas, to adopt Ordinance 2026-01 as presented.  There were no questions or comments by or from the Board members.  President Guerin asked…
6 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
Mon Feb 2, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Committee will review the procurement ordinance for budget items over $10,000

The River Grove Finance/Economic Development Committee will discuss four agenda items. They will review an invoice for fire department software, examine the current procurement ordinance as it applies to budgeted items exceeding $10,000, receive an update on the fire department rehabilitation project, and get a status update on village‑wide projects. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

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1 PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS LEGAL NOTICE Notice and Agenda of a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, Illinois President, David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank Obaya ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Finance/Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Trustee Lynn Bjorvik, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, as follows: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2026 @ 10AM VILLAGE HALL CONFERENCE ROOM 2621 N. THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS AGENDA (A) CALL TO ORDER: By Committee Chair or Co‐Chair (Time: __________) (B) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: By Committee Chair or Co‐Chair: Lynn Bjorvik ___ Mark Lucas ____ Bart Smith ____ (C) PUBLIC COMMENTS: (D) COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA ITEMS: 1) Review of Invoice for “First Due” – Fire Department Software 2) Review of current Procurement Ordinance as it relates to budgeted items over $10,000 3) Update on status of Fire Department Rehab Project 4) Updat …
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Tue Jan 13, 2026

Zoning Board Meetings

Zoning Board hears variance for garage at 8720 Palmer St and sign rule changes

The River Grove Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to decide on a variance application by Luis E Colmenares for a detached garage at 8720 Palmer Street and a side yard set-back at 8718 Palmer Street. The board will also review proposed text amendments to Ordinance No. 2025-27 regarding sign regulations and Ordinance No. 2025-28, which allows indoor entertainment and recreation in manufacturing districts. Public comments are accepted in person or via email prior to the meeting.

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# PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA-VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS ## <u>LEGAL NOTICE</u> **NOTICE AND AGENDA OF A HEARING OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS CONCERNING** **THE VARIANCE APPLICATION OF LUIS E COLMENARES TO ALLOW FOR A DETACHED** **GARAGE AT 8720 PALMER STREET AND A SIDE YARD SET-BACK LESS THAN 10% AT 8718** **PALMER STREET; AND PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENTS BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES** **UNDER ORDINANCE NO. 2025-27 (SIGN REGULATIONS) AND ORDINANCE NO. 2025-28** **(ALLOW INDOOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INDOOR RECREATION IN MANUFACTURING** **DISTRICTS)** ## <u>TUESDAY, JANAURY 13, 2026 AT 7:00 PM</u> Senior Community Center/ Courtroom, 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 (All cell phones must be silenced or turned off prior to and during all meetings of the Board) Prior to and at the Public Hearing on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, all interested persons may file with the Village Clerk written comments and may be heard orally with respect to any issues regarding the Application for Variance of Luis E Colmenares and the proposed text amendments under Ordinance No. 2025-27 and Ordinance No. 2025-28. Written comments are invited and may be sent in advance of the Public Hearing to the River Grove Village Clerk, 2621 Thatcher Ave, River Grove, Illinois 60171, or by email to <u>publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov</u>. Any individual may email any public comments to <u>publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov</u>. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of the meeting will be read or summarize …
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Mon Jan 5, 2026

Village Board Meetings

Board will approve a professional services agreement for economic development in the TIF

The Village Board will vote on Resolution 2026‑R‑01 to approve a professional services agreement with Strategic Project Management of Oak Brook for economic development services in the Grand/Thatcher TIF District. The board will also consider two ordinance amendments—Ordinance 2025‑27 on temporary sign regulations and Ordinance 2025‑28 adding indoor entertainment and recreation as special uses in manufacturing districts—scheduled for a Zoning Board of Appeals hearing on January 13. Additional items include authorizing payment of village bills and confirming the President’s mayoral appointments.

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✓ Decided: Board approved economic development services agreement for TIF district

The Village Board adopted Resolution 2026‑R‑01, approving a professional services agreement with Strategic Project Management for economic development in the Grand/Thatcher TIF District (6‑0 vote). The Board also authorized payment of all village bills listed on the January 5 warrants by unanimous voice vote. Minutes of the December 15, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously. The President’s mayoral appointments were postponed to the next meeting with unanimous board approval.

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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA - VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE BOARD MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES at the Senior Community Center/ Courtroom 2607 N Thatcher Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 www.rivergroveil.gov 708/ 453-8000 Monday, January 05, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties attending the meeting will be allowed to make public comment during the public comment section of the meeting. Any individual may email any pu blic comments to publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov. Emails received by 5 p.m. the night of any meeting will be read or summarized during the public comment session. AGENDA (1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By President Guerin (Time:________) All who are able and in attendance are asked to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE; Establishment of Quorum: By the Clerk: President David B. Guerin ____ Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik ____ Trustee Lora M. Lantgen ____ Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen ____ Trustee Robert C. Thomas ____ Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez ____ Trustee Christopher Lilly ____ Trustee Frank J. Obaya ____ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------- (3) SPECIAL RECOGNITION OR PROCEEDING: None ---------------------------------------------- …
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1 January 05, 2026 Village Board Meeting Minutes – Village of River Grove, Illinois VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS 2621 Thatcher Avenue, River Grove, Illinois www.rivergroveil.gov MINUTES of the Village Board Meeting of the President and Board of Trustees held on Monday, January 05, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at 2607 Thatcher Avenue Publication and Notice. Notice of tonight’s meeting was published in the Tribune Media Group (formerly known as Pioneer Press), Elm Leaves edition, on December 18, 2025, and, notice and the Agenda were posted on the Village website, as well as posted on the bulletin board of the Village Hall at 2621 Thatcher Avenue and at the Senior Community Center where the courtroom and board room are housed, at 2607 Thatcher, River Grove, Illinois on January 02, 2026, and also e-mailed to the Board members and department heads. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The meeting was called to Order by President Guerin at 6:00 p.m., who then led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: The roll call of board members was taken by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen as follows: Present in Person: President David B. …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made by Trustee Bjorvik, seconded by Trustee Lantgen to adopt Resolution 2026-R-01 as presented.  President Guerin summarized the Resolution for all present.  There were no questions…
6 yea
Bjorvik yea · Thomas yea · Lilly yea · Lantgen yea · Ramirez yea · Obaya yea
Mon Jan 5, 2026

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Review contract with Strategic Project Management for village economic development services

The Finance/Economic Development Committee will consider a purchase of a Taser 10 device, discuss ordering equipment for new police squads, and review a professional services agreement with Strategic Project Management to provide economic development services. These items are slated for discussion at the January 5, 2026 meeting.

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1 PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS LEGAL NOTICE Notice and Agenda of a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, Illinois President, David B. Guerin Trustee Lynn M. Bjorvik Trustee Lora M. Lantgen Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen Trustee Robert C. Thomas Trustee Benjamin E. Ramirez Trustee Christopher Lilly Trustee Frank Obaya ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Finance/Economic Development Committee Chairperson, Trustee Lynn Bjorvik, has directed the Village Clerk to schedule and post notice of and an agenda for a Public Meeting of the Finance/Economic Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Village of River Grove, as follows: MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026 @ 10AM VILLAGE HALL CONFERENCE ROOM 2621 N. THATCHER AVENUE, RIVER GROVE, ILLINOIS AGENDA (A) CALL TO ORDER: By Committee Chair or Co‐Chair (Time: __________) (B) ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE: By Committee Chair or Co‐Chair: Lynn Bjorvik ___ Mark Lucas ____ Bart Smith ____ (C) PUBLIC COMMENTS: (D) COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA ITEMS: 1. Taser 10 Purchase (Konwinski) 2. Discuss ordering of equipment for the new police squads (Konwinski) 3. Review of Professional Services Agreement with Strategic Project Management to provide Economic Development …
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Traffic fatalities1 (2021)
Business establishments134,513 (2,492,328 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,761/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy25.4% (low numeracy 36% · 2017)

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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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