River Grove public meetings in 2023

Village Board Meetings

President David B. Guerin has directed the cancellation of the Village Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 21, 2023. There are no other items listed in this notice.

Village Board Committee of the Whole

The Village Board's Committee-of-the-Whole meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 14, 2023, has been cancelled by direction of President David B. Guerin. No business items are listed; the agenda is solely a cancellation notice.

• Cancellation of the Committee-of-the-Whole meeting scheduled for December 14, 2023

Village Board Committee of the Whole

This agenda is a legal notice announcing the cancellation of the Village Board's Committee-of-the-Whole meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 14, 2023. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Cancellation of the Committee-of-the-Whole meeting on December 14, 2023

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The River Grove Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss a lease for copiers used by Village Hall and the Police Department, along with general economic development topics. The agenda also includes administrative updates, office hours, and setting 2024 meeting dates. No votes or dollar amounts are listed.

• Lease for Village Hall & Police Department copiers
• General economic development discussion
• Administrative technology update
• Review of Committee meeting dates for 2024
• Office hours discussion

Information Technology Committee

The Information Technology Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 13, 2023, has been cancelled by Chairperson Benjamin Ramirez. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for Friday, December 8, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled by Chairperson Frank Obaya

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will hold public hearings on the proposed 2024 budget and the 2023 property tax levy, followed by votes on ordinances to adopt them. The board will also consider several resolutions, including purchases for police and fire equipment, a redevelopment agreement, and a tax abatement. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• Public hearing and ordinance for 2023 property tax levy (Ordinance 2023-28)
• Public hearing and ordinance for FY2024 budget totaling $39,995,573 (Ordinance 2023-29)
• Resolution to purchase two APX 8000 radios for $13,157.14 from Illinois Communications Sales
• Resolution to purchase a Hurst 40" E-Tool Spreader for $13,795.00 from Air One Equipment
• Ordinance authorizing redevelopment agreement with ECA Buligo Thatcher Woods Partners, LP

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board is holding a public hearing on the proposed 2023 property tax levy, which totals $8,928,596, a 4.95% increase over the previous year. Following the hearing, the board will consider adopting Ordinance No. 2023-28 to authorize the levy. The agenda also includes a possible closed session to discuss employee matters, police negotiations, property transactions, and litigation.

• Public hearing on 2023 property tax levy: $8,928,596 total, up 4.95% from 2022
• Ordinance No. 2023-28 authorizing the levy and collection of taxes for 2023
• Closed session items include FOP grievance, police contract negotiations, and salary schedules
• Closed session discussion of real property at 8359 Grand Ave, 8300 Center St, 2212 Elm St, 8514 River Grove Ave
• Closed session on probable litigation regarding a local tax

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board is holding a public hearing on the proposed FY2024 budget and appropriation ordinance (No. 2023-29), totaling $39,995,573. The board will take public comments and may later vote on the ordinance at the regular meeting following the hearing. The agenda also lists potential closed-session items, including police union negotiations, property deals, and litigation.

• FY2024 total appropriation: $39,995,573
• General corporate purposes: $16,535,957
• Special taxation purposes: $23,459,616
• Closed session to discuss FOP Lodge 59 negotiations and salary schedules
• Closed session to discuss real estate: 8359 Grand Ave, 8300 Center St, 2212 Elm St, 8514 River Grove Ave

Village Board Committee of the Whole

The River Grove Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 (January 1–December 31, 2024). The agenda includes a presentation by Comptroller Greg Peters and discussion with the board and department heads. Public comment is allowed. The board may also enter closed session to discuss personnel, police negotiations, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Discussion of FY2024 budget
• Closed session items: FOP grievance, police negotiations, salary schedules
• Real estate discussions: 8359 Grand Ave, 8300 Center St, Center St Expansion, 2212 Elm St, 8514 River Grove Ave
• Litigation regarding a local tax (probable/imminent)
• Security procedures and 9-1-1 center operations

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing intervention in property tax appeals, approving an intergovernmental agreement with Triton College for benches and garbage receptacles, and adopting an ordinance regarding the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act. The board will also consider amending rules for board meetings and public comments, paying village bills, and possibly changing the regular meeting date from Thursday to Monday. An executive session is scheduled to discuss employee matters, real estate, litigation, and security procedures.

• Resolution 2023-R-52: Authorize intervention in 2022-2024 tax year appeals before the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board (Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd.)
• Resolution 2023-R-53: Approve intergovernmental agreement with Community College District 504 (Triton College) for placement/maintenance of village benches and garbage receptacles on Triton College property
• Ordinance 2023-26: Regarding the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act
• Ordinance 2023-27: Amending Rule 10(E) (IT Committee) and Rule 20 (Public Comments) of board meeting rules
• Motion to change regular board meeting date from Thursday to Monday and/or publish 2024 public meeting dates

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for Friday, November 10, 2023, has been cancelled. The notice was issued by Chairperson Christopher Lilly and submitted by Trustee Frank Obaya. No agenda items or decisions are listed because the meeting will not take place.

• Meeting cancelled for November 10, 2023

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The River Grove Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to review proposals for a new audio system in the board room, a request to purchase a Hurst 40" E-Tool Spreader for the fire department, and general budget planning. The committee will also get an update on the Thatcher Woods Project using TIF funds. No final decisions are being made at this meeting; items are under review and discussion.

• Review of proposals for Audio System in Board Room
• Review of request for purchase of Hurst 40" E-Tool Spreader (FD/Flynn)
• General budget planning discussion
• Update on Thatcher Woods Project utilizing TIF Funds

Village Board Committee of the Whole

The Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 9, 2023, has been cancelled by direction of President David B. Guerin. No business items are listed; the agenda is solely a cancellation notice.

• Cancellation of the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for November 9, 2023

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will vote on resolutions including the 2023 aggregate tax levy of $8,928,596, a temporary accountant services agreement with GovTempsUSA, LLC, a CDBG capital improvement subrecipient agreement, and two resolutions on elected officials' participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. The board will also appoint five members to the Veterans' Memorial Commission, approve minutes, authorize payment of village bills, and may enter executive session to discuss personnel, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Resolution 2023-R-47: Approve 2023 aggregate tax levy of $8,928,596
• Resolution 2023-R-48: Services agreement with GovTempsUSA, LLC for temporary accountant services
• Resolution 2023-R-49: Approve 2023 CDBG capital improvement subrecipient agreement
• Resolutions 2023-R-50 and 2023-R-51: Elected officials' participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
• Appointments to Veterans' Memorial Commission: Gregory Peters, Brock Leder, Jonathan Zivojnovic, Sherri Jones, Michael W Warchol

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 26, 2023, has been cancelled by Chairperson Michele M. Obaya. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled by Chairperson Michele M. Obaya

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a $485,000 motor fuel tax appropriation for the 2023 Palmer Street and West Street improvements, a $69,106.20 purchase of fire bunker gear, and a redevelopment agreement with ECA Buligo Thatcher Woods Partners, LP. The board will also consider terminating the Belmont/Thatcher TIF district and approving a regional firefighter grant MOU. Committee reports and public comments are also scheduled.

• Resolution 2023-R-45: $485,000 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for Palmer Street and West Street improvements
• Resolution 2023-R-46: Purchase of 20 sets of fire bunker gear from Dinges Fire Company for $69,106.20
• Ordinance 2023-23: Redevelopment agreement with ECA Buligo Thatcher Woods Partners, LP
• Ordinance 2023-24: Termination of Belmont/Thatcher TIF district and surplus revenue distribution
• Ordinance 2023-25: Regional AFG grant MOU with multiple neighboring villages and fire districts

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for Friday, October 13, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee will discuss the 2023 property tax parameters, current intergovernmental revenues and projections for the 2024 budget, and the preliminary 2024 budget schedule. They will also review the status of the Belmont/Thatcher TIF termination ordinance, the RDA with East Coast Properties for Thatcher Woods Shopping Center, and the Lead Water Pipe Replacement Program. Other items include a fire department request to purchase bunker gear, old business on the board room audio system and FD kitchen renovation, and a general development update.

• Discussion of 2023 property tax parameters
• Preliminary 2024 budget schedule
• Fire department request to purchase bunker gear
• Status of Belmont/Thatcher TIF Termination Ordinance
• Lead Water Pipe Replacement Program

Village Board Committee of the Whole

This meeting agenda is a legal notice announcing the cancellation of the Village Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 12, 2023. No business items are listed for discussion or decision. The notice is signed by the Village Clerk and lists the Village President and Board of Trustees.

• Cancellation of the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for October 12, 2023

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss financial matters including the village's bond rating and a CDBG grant, as well as economic development updates, including the status of work at Thatcher Woods Shopping Center using TIF funds. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no votes or decisions listed.

• Discussion of bond rating
• Discussion of CDBG grant
• Status of TIF-funded work at Thatcher Woods Shopping Center
• General development update

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will consider several items, including a resolution to approve $42,000 for architectural and structural engineering drawings for firehouse renovations, an ordinance creating a Veterans' Memorial Commission, and a zoning map amendment for 8301 West Grand Avenue. The board will also appoint Frank J. Obaya as a trustee and may enter closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation.

• Resolution 2023-R-40: $42,000 to DAE Group for firehouse renovation drawings
• Ordinance 2023-20: Creating a Veterans' Memorial Commission
• Ordinance 2023-21: Zoning map amendment for 8301 W Grand Ave to Government/Education District
• Appointment of Frank J. Obaya to Trustee
• Authorization to pay village bills (warrants dated Sept 21, 2023)

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss finance and economic development items, including a TIF funding request for improvements at the Belmont/Thatcher center, proposals for fire house improvements, and quotes for various equipment and renovations. The committee will also address a property zoning inquiry and a general development update.

• Belmont/Thatcher TIF requested improvements/funding to Center Owner & RDA Development by KT&J
• Proposal for plan specs for Fire House Improvements by DAE Group
• Quotes for Fire House Kitchen Floor Replacement & Remodel
• Sound System Quotes for Council Chamber
• Christmas Lights – Brock Leder

Village Board Committee of the Whole

This agenda is a legal notice announcing the cancellation of the Village Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 14, 2023. No business items are listed for discussion or decision. The notice is signed by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen and lists the President and Board of Trustees.

• Cancellation of the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for September 14, 2023

License & Ordinance Committee

The License & Ordinance Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 12, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled for September 12, 2023

Zoning Board Meetings

The River Grove Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a public hearing on a joint application by the River Grove Public Library District and the Village of River Grove for a zoning map amendment at 8301 W. Grand Avenue. The board will take oral and written public comments before discussing and making a recommendation on the application.

• Zoning map amendment application for 8301 W. Grand Avenue
• Public hearing at Senior Community Center/Courtroom, 2607 N Thatcher Ave
• Written comments accepted by Village Clerk or publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov
• Board members listed include Linda Snyder, Mario Novelli, George Obrzut, Joseph Kosik, Donald L. McElhattan, Craig Matz, Mabel Dieterle

Public Safety Committee

The River Grove Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss a supplemental budget request for the Fire House Kitchen. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, the budget item, public comments, and possible executive session.

• Supplemental budget request for Fire House Kitchen

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will consider awarding four construction contracts totaling about $1.97 million for parking lot, sewer lining, pavement patching, and sidewalk improvements. They will also vote on ordinances to fund two of these projects using TIF funds and to dispose of a surplus police vehicle. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and paying bills, plus a closed session for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Resolution 2023-R-36: Award $1,134,965.50 to Alamp Concrete Contractor for 2023 Parking Lot Program
• Resolution 2023-R-37: Award $627,990.00 to Suburban General Construction for 2023 Sewer Lining and Repair
• Resolution 2023-R-38: Award $75,378.00 to Brothers Asphalt Paving for 2023 Pavement Patching
• Resolution 2023-R-39: Award $136,487.50 to J Nardulli Concrete for 2023 Sidewalk Replacement
• Ordinance 2023-17: Authorize disposal of 2008 Ford Explorer (VIN 1FMEU73E38UB32387)

The Village Board approved four infrastructure contracts for parking, sewers, pavement, and sidewalks. They also authorized the use of TIF funds to pay for parking lot and sewer improvements and approved the disposal of a 2008 Ford Explorer.

• Approved $1,134,965.50 parking lot contract to Alamp Concrete Contractor, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $627,990.00 sewer lining and repair contract to Suburban General Construction, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $75,378.00 pavement patching contract to Brothers Asphalt Paving, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $136,487.50 sidewalk replacement contract to J Nardulli Concrete, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved disposition of one 2008 Ford Explorer (5-0)
• Approved $967,887.25 from Grand-Thatcher TIF for parking lot improvements (5-0)
• Approved $507,413.75 from Belmont Thatcher TIF for sewer lining and repair (5-0)
• Approved August 17, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss financial overviews and economic development items. Key topics include reviewing the TIF pro forma for work at Thatcher Woods Shopping Center and considering future meeting dates for the center's needs. The agenda also includes a zoning inquiry and a general development update.

• Review of TIF pro forma for Thatcher Woods Shopping Center
• Discussion of future meeting date for shopping center needs
• New business zoning inquiry
• General development update

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board is meeting to consider several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include a contract for painting and carpentry repairs to the Historical House and Barn, a resolution approving benefit protection leave for an employee, a proclamation for Rail Safety Week, and an ordinance adding a new chapter on short-term rentals to the village code. The board will also authorize payment of village bills and may enter closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Resolution 2023-R-33: Contract with Perfected Painting and Home Services for painting and carpentry repairs to the Historical House and Barn, not to exceed $18,420 plus $3,000 contingency.
• Resolution 2023-R-34: Approving benefit protection leave for Daniel A. Tartaglia.
• Resolution 2023-R-35: Proclaiming National Rail Safety Week, September 18-24, 2023.
• Ordinance 2023-16: Amending Title VII to add a new chapter on short-term rentals.
• Authorization to pay village bills per warrant list dated August 17, 2023.

The Village Board approved a new ordinance establishing regulations for short-term rentals. The Board also authorized a contract for historical house repairs and approved benefit protection leave for an employee.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-16 adding a 'Short-Term Rentals' chapter to Building Regulations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-33 for painting and carpentry at River Grove Historical House and Barn with Perfected Painting and Home Services, not to exceed $18,420 plus $3,000 contingency (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-34 for benefit protection leave for Daniel A. Tartaglia (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-35 proclaiming National Rail Safety Week (5-0)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized payment of all bills per the August 17, 2023 warrant list (Unanimous voice vote)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for Friday, August 11, 2023, has been cancelled by Chairperson Christopher Lilly. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled by Trustee/Chairperson Christopher Lilly

Village Board Committee of the Whole

This agenda is a legal notice that the Village Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 10, 2023, has been cancelled by Village President David B. Guerin. No business items are listed for discussion or decision. The notice lists the Village Board members and was submitted by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen.

• Cancellation of the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for August 10, 2023

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 10, 2023, has been cancelled by Chairperson Michele M. Obaya. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued by Chairperson Michele M. Obaya

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 3, 2023, has been cancelled by President David B. Guerin. No business will be conducted at this meeting. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no other items.

• Cancellation of the August 3, 2023 Village Board meeting

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 27, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Cancellation of the Finance/Economic Development Committee meeting for July 27, 2023

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board is meeting to consider awarding a $1,342,560.16 contract for the Palmer Street-West Street Improvement Program to Martam Construction, Inc., funded by motor fuel tax and Cook County reimbursement. The board will also vote on paying the village's bills and may enter closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Resolution 2023-R-32: Award contract to Martam Construction, Inc. for $1,342,560.16 (lowest bid) for Palmer Street-West Street improvements, with up to $325,000 reimbursement from Cook County Invest-in-Cook program
• Authorization to pay village bills per warrant list dated July 20, 2023
• Public comment period open for attendees and emailed comments
• Executive session planned for employee compensation, real estate, litigation, and security procedures

The Village Board approved a contract for the Palmer Street-West Street Improvement Program. The board also authorized the payment of village bills and approved the minutes from the July 6, 2023, meeting.

• Approved contract to Martam Construction, Inc. for Palmer Street-West Street Improvement Program for $1,342,560.16 (4-0)
• Authorized payment of all bills per the July 20, 2023 warrant list (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of July 06, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for July 14, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 13, 2023, has been cancelled by Chairperson Michele M. Obaya. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Village Board Committee of the Whole

The Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 13, 2023, has been cancelled by direction of President David B. Guerin. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The notice lists the board members and was submitted by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen.

• Cancellation of the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for July 13, 2023

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will vote on resolutions and ordinances, including awarding a $2,159,336 contract for the 2023 Green Alley Improvement Program and creating a new B1 liquor license classification with a $1,500 annual fee. The board will also consider an agreement with Flood Bros Disposal Co. for waste collection services and authorize payment of village bills. Committee reports and public comments are scheduled, followed by an executive session for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Resolution 2023-R-30: Approve $145,100 construction engineering services agreement with Hancock Engineering for 2023 Green Alley Improvement Program
• Resolution 2023-R-31: Award 2023 Green Alley Improvement Program contract to Triggi Construction, Inc. for $2,159,336 (lowest bid)
• Ordinance 2023-14: Create B1 liquor license classification, fee $1,500/year, authorized hours
• Ordinance 2023-15: Approve Flood Bros Disposal Co. agreement for refuse, recyclable, yard waste services
• Authorize payment of village bills per warrant list dated July 6, 2023

The Village Board approved a construction contract for the 2023 Green Alley Improvement Program and a new refuse collection agreement with Flood Bros Disposal Co. The Board also created a new B1 liquor license classification for a property on River Road. All substantive votes passed 5-0 with one member absent.

• Approved $2,159,336.00 contract to Triggi Construction, Inc. for 2023 Green Alley Improvement Program (5-0)
• Approved professional engineering agreement with Hancock Engineering Company not to exceed $145,100.00 (5-0)
• Created B1 Liquor License classification with $1,500.00 annual fee for Copper Oak on River Road (5-0)
• Approved refuse, recyclable, and yard waste collection agreement with Flood Bros Disposal Co. (5-0)
• Appointed Village Attorney Bart Smith as Clerk pro tem (Unanimous Voice Vote)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous Voice Vote)
• Authorized payment of all bills per warrants dated July 06, 2023 (Unanimous Voice Vote)

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss financial and economic development items, including non-compliant construction escrow funds, a March year-to-date financial report, the status of TIF-funded work at Thatcher Woods Shopping Center, and a Center Street update. No final decisions are listed; the agenda indicates discussion only.

• Non-compliant construction escrow funds
• March YTD financial report
• Status of TIF-funded work at Thatcher Woods Shopping Center
• Center Street update

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board approved a major intergovernmental agreement for alley construction and several technology and equipment purchases. The Board also swore in two new fire lieutenants and approved the payment of village bills.

• Approved $2,043,825 Green Alley Program agreement with MWRDGC (5-0)
• Authorized Police Chief to purchase a used vehicle not to exceed $20,000 (5-0)
• Approved $21,303.02 for PC replacement equipment and MS Office licenses (5-0)
• Approved agreement with InvoiceCloud, Inc. for electronic billing system (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 contract with Current Technologies for network services (5-0)
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized payment of all bills dated June 15, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss a debrief of the River Front Fest, including commendations for police and fire and suggestions for next year. They will also review budget requests, including supplemental requests, and consider new or revised ordinances. Compliance and department issues are also on the agenda.

• River Front Fest safety debrief with kudos to Police and Fire
• Budgeted requests and supplemental to annual budget requests
• New ordinance recommendations and revisions to current ordinances
• Compliance issues and department issues

Village Board Committee of the Whole

This agenda is a legal notice announcing the cancellation of the Village Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 8, 2023. No business items are listed because the meeting will not take place.

• Cancellation of the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for June 8, 2023

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several finance items, including funding for a water leak detection survey, a police department squad purchase, the 2023 PC replacement program, an Invoice Cloud proposal, the 2023 Wintrust lease, a Belmont Thatcher TIF pro forma, and a sick days ordinance. Under economic development, the committee will discuss the Copper Oak meeting, Grand Avenue resurfacing, the Center Street project, and Visit Oak Park. The agenda lists these as discussion items, with no final votes scheduled.

• Water Leak Detection Survey Funding
• Police Department Squad Purchase
• 2023 PC Replacement Program
• Belmont Thatcher TIF Pro Forma
• Grand Avenue Resurfacing

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board is meeting to vote on a school resource officer agreement with Elmwood Park CUSD 401, an ordinance changing permitted construction hours in the noise code, and a $240,200 design engineering contract for the 2023 Roadway Reconstruction Program. The board will also consider paying village bills and may enter closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Resolution 2023-R-24: School Resource Officer Services Agreement with Elmwood Park CUSD 401
• Ordinance 2023-12: Amends noise code to change permitted construction hours
• Ordinance 2023-13: $240,200 design engineering contract with Edwin Hancock Engineering for roadway work on Center, Forest, Struckman Avenues, Auxplaines Street, Tarpey Place
• Authorization to pay village bills per warrant list dated May 18, 2023
• Executive session for personnel, real estate, litigation, and security discussions

The Village Board approved a $240,200 engineering agreement for roadway reconstruction and updated the noise code for construction hours. The Board also approved a School Resource Officer agreement with Elmwood Park CUSD 401.

• Approved $240,200 engineering agreement with Edwin Hancock Engineering Company for 2023 Roadway Reconstruction Program (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-12 setting construction hours as 7 am to 6 pm weekdays and 8 am to 6 pm weekends (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-R-24 for a School Resource Officer Services Agreement with Elmwood Park CUSD 401 (5-0)
• Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of May 04, 2023 (Unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized payment of all bills per the warrant list dated May 18, 2023 (Unanimous voice vote)

Village Board Committee of the Whole

This meeting agenda is a legal notice announcing the cancellation of the Village Committee of the Whole (COTW) meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 11, 2023. The notice is directed by Village President David B. Guerin and lists the Village Board members. No business items are scheduled for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Cancellation of the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for May 11, 2023
• Notice directed by Village President David B. Guerin
• List of Village Board members and officials included in the notice

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 11, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no other business items.

• Meeting cancelled by Chairperson Michele M. Obaya

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will vote on several ordinances, including awarding the 2023 Thatcher Woods Sanitary Lift Station Replacement Project to Bolder Contractors for $1,160,140 and approving the purchase of a 2025 E-One stainless steel pumper fire apparatus for $759,932. They will also consider a resolution to list 2946 North River Road for sale at $119,000, and amendments to a special use permit and a redevelopment agreement. The meeting includes recognition of a retiring historical commission member and the oath of office for three trustees.

• Ordinance 2023-08: Award $1,160,140 to Bolder Contractors for Thatcher Woods Sanitary Lift Station Replacement (TIF funds)
• Ordinance 2023-09: Approve $759,932 purchase of 2025 E-One stainless steel pumper for Fire Department
• Resolution 2023-R-23: Authorize listing agreement with LJS Realty to sell 2946 North River Road at $119,000, commission up to 5%
• Ordinance 2023-10: Amend special use permit for properties at 3000 N 80th Ave and 8001 Belmont Ave
• Ordinance 2023-11: Amend redevelopment agreement with MB Belmont LLC

The Village Board approved four ordinances and one resolution, including a $1,160,140 sanitary lift station replacement project, a $759,932 fire truck purchase, a zoning amendment reducing townhomes from 172 to 85, and a listing agreement for a property at 2946 North River Road. All votes were 6-0. The board also adopted mayoral appointments and paid bills.

• Approved $1,160,140 Thatcher Woods Sanitary Lift Station Replacement Project to Bolder Contractors (6-0)
• Approved $759,932 purchase of 2025 E-One stainless steel pumper fire apparatus from Fire Service, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendment reducing townhomes from 172 to 85 at 3000 N 80th Ave and 8001 Belmont Ave (6-0)
• Approved amendment to redevelopment agreement with MB Belmont LLC (6-0)
• Authorized listing agreement with LJS Realty for 2946 N River Road at $119,000, 5% commission (6-0)
• Adopted mayoral appointments including Tracy Aller as first female adjudicator (6-0)
• Approved payment of all bills per May 4, 2023 warrant list (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of April 20, 2023 regular board meeting (unanimous voice vote)

License & Ordinance Committee

The License & Ordinance Committee of the River Grove Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss several regulatory items, including construction hours, annual common element inspections for condos, rental inspections, lead water pipes in property transfers, and business license sign inspections. The agenda lists these as discussion items, with no decisions or votes specified.

• Construction hours
• Annual common element inspections for condos
• Rental inspections
• Lead water pipes in property transfers
• Business license sign inspections

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss several financial and economic development items. On the finance side, they will consider refuse contract renewal and an update on the InvoiceCloud program. Economic development topics include a Class 7A incentive update, TIF assistance procedures for Thatcher Woods Shopping Center, LED street lighting, and properties at 8638 Grand Ave and 2430-2434 Thatcher Ave. The meeting is scheduled for April 27, 2023, at 10:00 AM in the Village Hall Conference Room.

• Refuse contract renewal discussion
• InvoiceCloud program update
• Class 7A incentive update
• Thatcher Woods Shopping Center TIF assistance procedures
• LED street lighting and properties at 8638 Grand Ave and 2430-2434 Thatcher Ave

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will vote on a $72,934 roofing contract for the Village Pump Station, accept an offer to purchase 8616 Palmer Street for $50,000, and declare 2946 North River Road as surplus for sale. The board will also consider paying the village's bills and may enter closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation.

• Resolution 2023-R-22: Roofing contract with Garland/DBS, Inc. for $72,934
• Ordinance 2023-06: Accept offer to purchase 8616 Palmer Street for $50,000 cash
• Ordinance 2023-07: Declare 2946 North River Road surplus and authorize sale
• Approval of minutes from April 6, 2023 meeting
• Arbor Day proclamation recognizing Tree City USA for 28 years

The Board approved a contract for the Village Pump Station roof and the sale of a property on Palmer Street. They also declared a North River Road property as surplus and authorized the payment of village bills.

• Approved $72,934 contract with Garland/DBS, Inc. for Village Pump Station roof replacement (5-0)
• Approved sale of 8616 Palmer Street to Tetyna Lobas of Elmpark Dev Inc for $50,000 cash (5-0)
• Declared 2946 North River Road as surplus property and provided for its sale (5-0)
• Authorized payment of all bills per the April 20, 2023 warrant list (5-0)
• Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of April 06, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Trustee Bjorvik as President pro tem for the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Public Safety Committee

The River Grove Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss budget requests, ordinance recommendations and revisions, compliance issues, and department issues. New business includes a single item on the EPHS SRO (Konwinski), likely referring to the East Proviso High School school resource officer. The agenda is largely a list of standing topics with no detailed proposals or dollar amounts provided.

• Budgeted requests and supplemental annual budget requests
• New ordinance recommendations and revisions to current ordinances
• Compliance issues
• Department issues
• EPHS SRO (Konwinski) under new business

Village Board Committee of the Whole

This agenda is a legal notice announcing the cancellation of the Village Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 13, 2023. No business items are listed for discussion or decision. The notice is signed by the Village Clerk and lists the Village President and Board of Trustees.

• Meeting cancelled for April 13, 2023
• Notice issued by President David B. Guerin
• Listed officials include Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen and six trustees

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss financial and economic development items, including a school resource officer, online payment options, and several property and incentive matters. No final decisions are listed; the agenda is for discussion and updates.

• School Resource Officer (Elmwood Park High School)
• Thatcher Woods Shopping Center TIF Assistance
• Class 7A Incentive Request
• Purchase Offer Re: Palmer Ave. Property
• No Cash Bid Program 2023-2024 Round

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will consider several resolutions, including awarding a $2,434,530 contract for the 2023 Residential Alley Improvement Program, approving a $192,600 engineering agreement for the same program, and authorizing the purchase of 8171 West Grand Avenue for $245,000. The board will also vote on agreements for financial services, a green alley program with the MWRD, fire hydrant maintenance, and FTA certifications. A closed executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Resolution 2023-R-17: Award $2,434,530 contract to ALamp Concrete Contractors for 2023 Residential Alley Improvement Program
• Resolution 2023-R-16: Approve $192,600 engineering services agreement with Hancock Engineering for alley program
• Resolution 2023-R-19: Authorize purchase of 8171 West Grand Avenue for $245,000
• Resolution 2023-R-18: Approve intergovernmental agreement with MWRD for Green Alley Program
• Resolution 2023-R-21: Approve 4-year fire hydrant maintenance program with M.E. Simpson Co., annual costs $14,805-$16,180

The Village Board approved a contract for the 2023 Residential Alley Improvement Program and authorized the purchase of a property on West Grand Avenue. Several professional service agreements for financial, engineering, and hydrant maintenance were also adopted.

• Awarded 2023 Residential Alley Improvement Program contract to ALamp Concrete Contractors, Inc. for $2,434,530.00 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 8171 West Grand Avenue for $245,000.00 (6-0)
• Approved construction engineering agreement with Hancock Engineering Company not-to-exceed $196,600.00 (6-0)
• Approved four-year fire hydrant maintenance program with M.E. Simpson Co., Inc. (6-0)
• Authorized professional financial services agreement with Ryan LLC (6-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Metropolitan Water Reclamation District for Green Alley Program (6-0)
• Authorized Federal Fiscal Year 2023 Certifications and Assurances for FTA Assistance Programs (6-0)
• Approved payment of all bills per warrant list dated April 06, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss several finance items including a planned municipal lease, a new fire engine acquisition, a refuse collection contract, fire hydrant flushing, and a new leave act. Under economic development, the committee will discuss the Thatcher Woods Shopping Center and a proposed property acquisition. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Planned municipal lease
• New fire engine acquisition
• Refuse collection contract
• Thatcher Woods Shopping Center discussion
• Proposed property acquisition

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will vote on three resolutions authorizing equipment purchases for the Public Works Department totaling $373,844.51, including a truck bed and plow/spreader, a wheel loader and skidsteer, and benches and waste containers. The board will also consider two ordinances: one amending the number of Class A and B liquor licenses, and another amending fire code fees and adding regulations for fire alarm and sprinkler systems. Additionally, the board will authorize payment of village bills and may enter executive session to discuss personnel, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Resolution 2023-R-12: Purchase of stainless steel truck bed and plow/spreader from Monroe Truck Equipment for $77,898.00
• Resolution 2023-R-13: Purchase of Case 621 G Wheel Loader and Case SV280 B Skidsteer for $277,725.00
• Resolution 2023-R-14: Purchase of customized benches and waste containers from Highland Products Group for $18,221.51
• Ordinance 2023-04: Amending Section 5-24-6 of Village Code regarding Class A and B liquor licenses
• Ordinance 2023-05: Amending fire code fees and adding regulations for fire alarm and sprinkler systems

The Village Board approved several resolutions for public works equipment, including a truck bed, loader, and skidsteer. The Board also passed ordinances regarding liquor license housekeeping and fire code fees and penalties.

• Approved purchase of stainless steel truck bed and plow/spreader for max $77,898.00 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Case 621 G Wheel Loader and Case SV280 B Skidsteer for max $277,725.00 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of customized benches and waste containers for max $18,221.51 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-04 amending Class A and B liquor licenses (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-05 amending fire code fees, penalties, and alarm/sprinkler regulations (6-0)
• Approved payment of all bills per the March 16, 2023 warrant list (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of March 02, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)

Ad Hoc Collaboration Committee

The River Grove Village President and Board of Trustees will meet jointly with the River Grove Library District board to consider re-establishing an Ad Hoc Collaboration Committee. The committee would explore and recommend action on jointly operating a public facility for delivering village and library services. The meeting is a special session focused solely on this discussion, with no other substantive agenda items.

• Consider re-establishing an Ad Hoc Collaboration Committee
• Explore joint operation of a public facility for library and village services
• Special joint meeting of Village and Library boards

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee of the River Grove Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss budget requests, ordinance recommendations and revisions, compliance issues, and department issues. The agenda is largely a list of standing topics with no specific items detailed, so the meeting is procedural in nature.

• Budgeted requests and supplemental annual budget requests
• New ordinance recommendations and revisions to current ordinances
• Compliance issues
• Department issues
• Public comments and possible executive session

The committee approved changes to ordinances regarding fire regulations based on the Fire Code and International Life Safety Code. No budget requests or new ordinances were proposed.

• Approved changes to fire regulation ordinances

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The River Grove Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss updates on several finance items, including the purchase of a front end loader and skid steer with attachments, a dump body, pump house roof replacement, an ID card printer, and a GreenTown Conference sponsorship. The committee will also discuss the D'Agostino's drive-thru as an economic development item. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are presented as updates and discussions.

• Update on purchase of front end loader and skid steer with attachments
• Update on dump body
• Update on pump house roof replacement
• ID card printer
• GreenTown Conference sponsorship

Village Board Committee of the Whole

This agenda is a legal notice announcing the cancellation of the Committee-of-the-Whole Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 9, 2023. No business items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Cancellation of the Committee-of-the-Whole Board meeting scheduled for March 9, 2023

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will consider a resolution to apply for a $400,000 Community Development Block Grant for improvements to O'Connor Drive from Thatcher Avenue to Paris Avenue, with $265,030 in matching funds. The board will also authorize payment of village bills and may enter closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Resolution 2023-R-11: apply for $400,000 CDBG grant for O'Connor Drive, with $265,030 matching funds
• Authorization to pay village bills per warrants dated March 2, 2023
• Special recognition of three IASB Legacy Award recipients from local school districts
• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2023 regular board meeting
• Possible executive session on employee compensation, real estate, litigation, and security

The Village Board approved a resolution to apply for a Community Development Block Grant to improve O’Connor Drive. The Board also authorized the payment of village bills and approved the minutes from the February 2, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2023-R-11 to apply for $400,000 grant and $265,030 matching funds for O’Connor Drive (6-0)
• Authorized payment of all bills dated March 02, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of February 02, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 23, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 16, 2023, is cancelled because there are no action items on the agenda. President David B. Guerin directed the cancellation, which was announced by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen.

• Meeting cancelled due to no action items
• Scheduled for Thursday, February 16, 2023
• Cancellation directed by President David B. Guerin

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee of the River Grove Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss budget requests, ordinance recommendations and revisions, compliance issues, and department issues. The agenda lists these as discussion items but does not specify any particular proposals or decisions.

• Budgeted requests and supplemental annual budget requests
• New ordinance recommendations and revisions to current ordinances
• Compliance issues
• Department issues

Village Board Committee of the Whole

This meeting was cancelled. The agenda is a legal notice stating that the Committee-of-the-Whole Board Meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 9, 2023, will not take place. No items were discussed or decided.

• Cancellation of the February 9, 2023 Committee-of-the-Whole Board Meeting

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss several finance items, including the purchase of a front end loader and skid steer, benches and garbage cans, a pump house roof replacement, and results from a cyber security survey. No economic development items are listed. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with standard call to order, roll call, and public comments.

• Update on purchase of front end loader and skid steer with attachments
• Purchase of benches and garbage cans
• Pump house roof replacement
• MICA cyber security survey results

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including contracts for police license plate readers, public works software, a light tower, and security cameras, as well as the sale of a surplus property. The board will also consider a memorandum with the Cook County Sheriff's Office for mental health and substance abuse services. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and bill payment.

• Resolution 2023-R-05: Flock Group service agreement for police license plate readers, not to exceed $26,650
• Resolution 2023-R-06: iWorQ Systems cloud-based management for Public Works, $19,000/year for 3 years
• Resolution 2023-R-07: Purchase of Mitsubishi LED light tower from Zonatherm Products, $18,026
• Resolution 2023-R-08: Forest Security cameras at River Front Park, $4,195 installation plus $32.95/month for 7 years
• Ordinance 2023-03: Declare 8616 Palmer Street surplus and authorize sale (listing at $69,900)

The Village Board approved several service agreements for police and public works technology, including license plate detection and cloud management. The Board also authorized the sale of a surplus property on Palmer Street and a mental health service agreement with Cook County.

• Approved Flock Group, Inc. license plate detection contract not to exceed $26,650.00 (5-0)
• Approved iWorQ Systems, Inc. cloud management for Public Works not to exceed $19,000 per year for three years (5-0)
• Approved purchase of one Mitsubishi LED Light Tower from Zonatherm Products, Inc. for $18,026.00 (5-0)
• Approved Forest Security, Inc. contract for 3 cameras at River Front Park for $4,195.00 plus $32.95/month fee (5-0)
• Approved Forest Security, Inc. contract for 18 cameras at municipal facilities for $6,476.00 plus $142.00/month fee (5-0)
• Approved listing agreement with River Elm Properties to sell 8616 Palmer Street starting at $59,900.00 (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Cook County Sheriff’s Office for Treatment Response Team access (5-0)
• Declared 8616 Palmer Street as surplus property and approved its sale (5-0)

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance/Economic Development Committee will discuss and potentially decide on several purchases, including a front-end loader, skid steer, public works software, and a light tower. They will also review security proposals for village facilities and an agreement for police cameras, along with updates on economic development projects.

• Purchase of Front End Loader and Skid Steer with Attachments
• Purchase of Public Works Management Package – iWorQ Systems
• Purchase of Diesel LED Light Tower
• Discuss Monthly Service and Maintenance Fees for Lions Park Sensory Path Cameras (Forest Security, Inc.)
• Flock Group, Inc. Service Agreement (PD Cameras)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board approved a special use permit for an animal hospital at 8330 West Grand Avenue. The Board also authorized contracts for surveying and design services for the Village Welcome Entrance and network services for Current Technologies of Lombard.

• Approved special use permit for animal hospital at 8330 West Grand Avenue (5-0)
• Approved $4,200 contract for Kirsch Land Surveying LLC for Welcome Entrance improvements (5-0)
• Approved $7,500 contract for Hitchcock Design Group for Welcome Entrance design (5-0)
• Approved contract not to exceed $25,000 with Current Technologies of Lombard for network services (5-0)
• Authorized payment of all bills per warrants dated January 19, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of January 05, 2023 (unanimous voice vote)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee of the River Grove Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss budget requests, ordinance recommendations and revisions, compliance issues, and department issues. The agenda is a general framework with no specific items listed, so the meeting is likely to be procedural or preliminary in nature.

• Budgeted requests and supplemental annual budget requests
• New ordinance recommendations and revisions to current ordinances
• Compliance issues
• Department issues

The committee reviewed proposed updates to fire regulations and identified typos in a parking ordinance. Members discussed pursuing a new ordinance to limit mayoral gun permit issuance under the Safe-T Act. No budget requests for FY24 were submitted.

• Tabled review of updated fire regulations based on Fire Code and International Life Safety Code
• Referred typos in Ordinance 10-5-1 (No Parking and No Standing Places) to Village Clerk for edit
• Proposed new ordinance to limit mayoral gun permit issuance under the Safe-T Act
• Confirmed $500,000 Board-approved budget for Fire House improvements

Village Board Committee of the Whole

This agenda is a legal notice announcing the cancellation of the Committee-of-the-Whole Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 12, 2023. No business items are listed because the meeting will not take place.

• Cancellation of the January 12, 2023 Committee-of-the-Whole meeting

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Finance & Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 12, 2023, has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Zoning Board Meetings

The River Grove Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a public hearing on a special use permit application by NVA Elmwood-Grove Veterinary Management, LLC to operate an animal hospital at 8330 West Grand Avenue. The board will take public comments and then discuss and make a recommendation on the application.

• Special use permit for animal hospital in C2 commercial district
• Public hearing at Elmer Wolf Community Center, 2607 Thatcher Avenue
• Written comments accepted by Village Clerk or publiccomment@rivergroveil.gov
• Remote participation available via phone: 1-877-304-9269, passcode 599715#

License & Ordinance Committee

The License & Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss updates on business license renewals, building department software implementation, and foreclosure/vacant homes and backflow registration programs. The agenda includes public comments and a 2023 overview, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Business License Renewal Process/Status update
• Building Department Software Implementation Status update
• Foreclosure/Vacant Homes Registration Program update
• Backflow registration program update
• 2023 Overview

Village Board Meetings

The River Grove Village Board will consider a resolution to approve a services agreement with GovTempUSA, LLC for comptroller and finance director services, with a term from February 1, 2023 to January 31, 2024, and an option to extend for another year. The board will also authorize payment of village bills and may enter closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, litigation, and security matters.

• Resolution 2023-R-01: Approve services agreement with GovTempUSA, LLC for comptroller/finance director (term 2/1/2023-1/31/2024, option for 2/1/2024-1/31/2025)
• Authorization to pay village bills per warrant list dated January 5, 2023
• Approval of minutes from Dec 1, 2022 regular meeting and public hearings on tax levy and FY2023 budget
• Executive session to discuss employee compensation, real property purchase/sale/lease, litigation, security procedures, and closed meeting minutes

The Village Board approved a contract for independent contractor services to provide Comptroller and Finance Director roles. The Board also authorized the payment of all bills based on the January 5, 2023 warrant list.

• Approved Resolution 2023-R-01 for Comptroller and Finance Director services with GovTempUSA, LLC (6-0)
• Authorized payment of all bills per the January 05, 2023 warrant list (6-0)
• Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes of December 01, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Public Hearing Minutes for 2022 Village Property Tax Levy of December 01, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Public Hearing Minutes for Fiscal Year 2023 Proposed Budget of December 01, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)