River Grove public meetings in 2024
63 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Safety Committee
The River Grove Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for December 20, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.
- Cancellation of the December 20, 2023 Public Safety Committee meeting
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will review a service agreement with MGT Impact Solutions for finance department staffing, a proposal for FOIA tracking software, and a pre-construction estimate from Bear Construction for the Fire Department renovation project. Old business includes an update on economic development projects and setting objectives for 2025.
- Review service agreement with MGT Impact Solutions for Finance Department staffing
- Review proposal for FOIA tracking software
- Review pre-construction estimate from Bear Construction for Fire Department renovation
- General status update on economic development projects
- End-of-year committee wrap-up and 2025 objectives
Village Board Meetings
The Village Board will vote on resolutions regarding accounting services, entertainment for the River Front Fest, and trail design engineering. The board will also authorize the payment of village bills.
- Contract for Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for Des Plaines River Trail Improvements from North Avenue to Fullerton Avenue
- Employee leasing agreement with MGT Impact Solutions, LLC for accounting services at $130.50/Hour
- Entertainment contract with AAA Amusements, Inc. for River Grove River Front Fest (2025-2027)
- Proclamation honoring Leyden High School District 212's 100th Anniversary
- Authorization to pay village bills dated December 16, 2024
The Village Board unanimously approved three resolutions: an employee leasing agreement with MGT Impact Solutions for supplemental accounting services at $130.50/hour, an entertainment contract with AAA Amusements for the River Front Fest for 2025-2027, and a contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for design services for the Des Plaines River Trail improvements. The board also approved minutes from December 2, 2024, and authorized payment of bills. No ordinances or public comments were presented.
- Approved Resolution 2024-R-65: Employee leasing agreement with MGT Impact Solutions (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-R-66: Entertainment contract with AAA Amusements for River Front Fest 2025-2027 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-R-67: Design engineering contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for Des Plaines River Trail improvements (6-0)
- Approved minutes from December 2, 2024 regular meeting and public hearings (unanimous)
- Authorized payment of bills per December 16, 2024 warrant list (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will discuss a proposed engineering services agreement for the River Trail project and receive an update on the Fire Department Rehab Project. Old business includes a general status update on economic development projects. No specific dollar amounts or contract details are listed in the agenda.
- Discussion of River Trail engineering services agreement
- Update on Fire Department Rehab Project
- General status update on Economic Development Projects
Public Hearings
The Village of River Grove holds a public hearing on the proposed FY2025 budget totaling $46,861,313. Ordinance 2024-28 would appropriate funds for general corporate purposes, police pension, debt service, motor fuel tax, TIF funds, and capital improvements. The board also plans to enter closed session to discuss employee negotiations, real estate deals (8359 Grand Ave, 8300 Center St, 2212 Elm St, 8514 River Grove Ave), potential litigation, and security procedures.
- Proposed FY2025 budget: $46,861,313 total ($19,322,565 general corporate, $27,538,748 special taxation)
- Ordinance 2024-28 appropriating funds for FY2025 for multiple funds including Police Pension and TIF
- Closed session to discuss FOP collective bargaining (Lodge 59) and employee salary schedules
- Closed session to discuss purchase/sale/lease of specific properties (8359 Grand Ave, 8300 Center St, 2212 Elm St, 8514 River Grove Ave)
- Closed session to discuss probable litigation regarding a local tax and security procedures
Public Hearings
The Village Board holds a public hearing on the proposed 2024 property tax levy. The total levy would be $9,680,594, up 4.95% from 2023 ($9,224,249). After the hearing, the Board may vote on Ordinance No. 2024-27 to authorize the levy. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel, police union negotiations, real estate, litigation, and security matters.
- Proposed 2024 total property tax levy: $9,680,594 (4.95% increase over 2023)
- Ordinance No. 2024-27 to authorize the 2024 tax levy for the Village of River Grove
- Public hearing includes opportunity for public comment via email or in person
- Closed session agenda includes police union (FOP Lodge 59) contract negotiations
- Closed session also addresses real estate at 8359 Grand Ave, 8300 Center St, 2212 Elm St, and 8514 River Grove Ave
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board will hold public hearings on the proposed 2025 budget (total appropriation $46.86 million) and the 2024 property tax levy. The board will also consider adopting the budget and tax levy ordinances, a cable franchise agreement with Comcast, and fee changes for emergency services. Other items include approval of minutes, paying bills, and publication of 2025 meeting dates.
- Public hearing on proposed 2024 property tax levy (Ordinance 2024-29)
- Public hearing on FY2025 budget (Ordinance 2024-28, $46,861,313 total appropriation)
- Resolution 2024-R-64: Cable television franchise agreement with Comcast of Illinois VI, LLC
- Ordinance 2024-26: Amending fees and penalties of the Department of Emergency Services
- Ordinance 2024-27: Authorizing land collection of taxes for 2024 tax year
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Village Board Meetings
The Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance No. 2024-27 to authorize the 2024 tax year collection. The proposed total property tax levy is $9,680,594, which is a 4.95% increase over the 2023 total of $9,224,249.
- Proposed 2024 total property tax levy of $9,680,594
- Proposed corporate and special purpose taxes of $8,294,375 (6.82% increase)
- Estimated debt service and public building commission lease taxes of $1,386,219 (5.00% decrease)
- Ordinance No. 2024-27 authorizing land collection of taxes
- Closed session discussion regarding real property at 8359 Grand Avenue, 8300 Center Street, 2212 Elm Street, and 8514 River Grove Avenue
Village Board Meetings
The Village Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2025 budget totaling $46,861,313 and consider Ordinance No. 2024-28 appropriating funds for general corporate purposes, police pension, debt service, motor fuel tax, TIF funds, and capital improvements. Following the hearing, the board plans to enter closed session to discuss employee compensation, union negotiations, real estate transactions (including 8359 Grand Avenue, 8300 Center Street, 2212 Elm Street, and 8514 River Grove Avenue), potential litigation, and security procedures.
- Public hearing on FY2025 budget: $19,322,565 general corporate, $27,538,748 special taxation, total $46,861,313
- Ordinance No. 2024-28 making appropriations across seven funds (general, police pension, debt service, motor fuel tax, TIF, capital improvement)
- Closed session to discuss collective bargaining with Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 59 and salary schedules
- Closed session to discuss purchase/sale/lease of properties at 8359 Grand Avenue, 8300 Center Street, 2212 Elm Street, and 8514 River Grove Avenue
- Closed session to discuss imminent litigation regarding a local tax and security procedures including police and 9-1-1 center operations
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will review a business plan for a proposed business at 2641 Davissson, receive a general status update on economic development projects, and discuss updates to the Center Street and West Street projects.
- Review of business plan for proposed business at 2641 Davissson
- General status update on economic development projects
- Update on Center Street & West Street projects
Village Board Committee of the Whole
The Board of Trustees will hold a Committee-of-the-Whole meeting to discuss the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2025. Comptroller Greg Peters will provide a presentation to the board and department heads.
- Discussion of the proposed budget for fiscal year ending December 31, 2025
Village Board Meetings
The Village Board will meet to approve the minutes from the November 4, 2024 meeting and authorize the payment of village bills. The agenda also includes a potential executive session to discuss personnel, salary schedules, real property, litigation, and security procedures.
- Authorization to pay village bills per the warrant list dated November 18, 2024
- Approval of November 4, 2024 regular board meeting minutes
- Executive session discussion on employee compensation and discipline
- Executive session discussion on purchase, sale, or lease of real property
- Executive session discussion on pending or imminent litigation regarding a local tax
Village Board Committee of the Whole
The River Grove Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for November 11, 2024, has been cancelled by the Village President. No items were discussed or decided.
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board will vote on purchasing three 2025 Ford Police Interceptor SUVs for $137,820 and on an ordinance to accept property at 8638 W. Grand Avenue from the library district. Other items include a proclamation honoring River Grove Bible Church's 75th anniversary, disposition of a police sergeant's grievance, and committee reports.
- Resolution 2024-R-63: Purchase three 2025 Ford Police Interceptor squads from Currie Motors for $137,820
- Ordinance 2024-25: Accept transfer of property at 8638 W. Grand Avenue from the River Grove Public Library District
- Proclamation honoring River Grove Bible Church on its 75th anniversary
- Disposition of Step 2 Grievance of Sgt. Steven Shragal
- Authorization to pay the Village's bills for November 4, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
License & Ordinance Committee
The License & Ordinance Committee will discuss several ordinance topics including multiple vehicle regulations, storage pods, accessory buildings, structures, fences, and ground feeding. These are items carried over from previous business or new items for consideration. No final votes are expected at this committee meeting.
- Multiple Vehicles
- Storage Pods
- Accessory Buildings
- Structures
- Fence
Executive Session Minutes Board Meeting
The Village Board will vote on an ordinance regulating public camping within village boundaries and several resolutions with dollar amounts. These include a water tank maintenance contract addendum ($48,324), change orders for the Thatcher Avenue Lift Station ($69,613.45) and the 2024 Sidewalk Program on West and Webster Streets ($102,810.76), plus awards for street resurfacing and an engineering agreement ($87,300). The board will also enter executive session for personnel, real estate, litigation, and security discussions.
- Ordinance No. 2024-24 regulating public camping
- Resolution 2024-R-58: Water tank maintenance addendum $48,324
- Resolution 2024-R-59: Thatcher Ave Lift Station change order $69,613.45 (TIF funds)
- Resolution 2024-R-60: Sidewalk Program change order $102,810.76 (bond funds)
- Resolutions 2024-R-61/62: West/Webster resurfacing project contract and engineering agreement $87,300
Village Board Meetings
The Village Board will vote on an ordinance prohibiting public camping within village boundaries and will consider several resolutions authorizing contracts and change orders for water tank maintenance, lift station repairs, sidewalk projects, and street resurfacing. The board will also authorize payment of bills and may enter executive session to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation.
- Ordinance 2024-24: An Ordinance Regulating Public Camping within the Corporate Boundaries
- Resolution 2024-R-58: Addendum to Water Tank Maintenance Contract with Utility Service Company, Inc. for $48,324
- Resolution 2024-R-59: Change Order to Thatcher Avenue Lift Station Project with Bolder Contractors, net increase $69,613.45
- Resolution 2024-R-60: Change Order to 2024 Sidewalk Program with J Nardulli Concrete, Inc., net increase $102,810.76 for West Street and Webster Street
- Resolution 2024-R-62: Engineering Agreement with Edwin Hancock Engineering for $87,300 for West Street and Webster Street Resurfacing Project
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Village Board Committee of the Whole
This meeting was cancelled by President David B. Guerin. No business was conducted or discussed.
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The River Grove Finance/Economic Development Committee will discuss and possibly direct staff on the 2024 tax levy resolution, a garbage contract rate increase, a water tank management agreement, and a zoning verification for 2641 Davisson Avenue. The meeting also includes updates on public works staffing, the fire department renovation project, and status updates on economic development and street projects.
- 2024 Tax Levy Resolution of Determination
- Garbage Contract Rate Increase/direction to staff
- Water Tank Management Agreement
- Zoning Verification at 2641 Davisson
- Fire Department Renovation Project – Update on Request for Qualifications Response
Village Board Meetings
The Village Board will hear presentations on the proposed 2024 property tax levy determination and on lead water service line replacement cost and funding models. The board will vote on resolutions to adopt the estimated $9,680,594 tax levy and to update the Cook County hazard mitigation plan, as well as an ordinance reducing the duplicate vehicle sticker fee from $10 to $5. New business includes mayoral appointments and authorization to pay village bills.
- Presentation and discussion on a Resolution of Determination for the 2024 Property Tax Levy with an estimated amount of $9,680,594
- Presentation and discussion on Lead Water Service Line Replacement Cost and Funding Models
- Resolution No. 2024-R-56 adopting the update of the Cook County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Ordinance No. 2024-23 amending the duplicate fee for vehicle stickers from $10.00 to $5.00
- Mayoral appointments and authorization to pay village bills for October 7, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Village Board Meetings
The Village Board will consider several infrastructure contracts, including road work on Thatcher Avenue and improvements to the Des Plaines River Trail. The board will also vote on equipment purchases for the fire department and police, and the adoption of a non-binding comprehensive plan.
- Ordinance for reconstruction of Thatcher Avenue between Fullerton Avenue and Greenwood Terrace ($632,000.00)
- Ordinance for Phase II Engineering of Des Plaines River Trail from Fullerton Avenue to North Avenue ($1,423,000.00)
- Contract for 2024 Pavement Patching Program with Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. ($59,998.37)
- Purchase of a used vehicle for the Fire Chief (not to exceed $45,000.00)
- Purchase of a mobile surveillance camera trailer from ECAM ($32,460.00)
The Village Board approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a $632,000 intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for the reconstruction of Thatcher Avenue, and a $1.423 million agreement with the Forest Preserve District for Des Plaines River Trail improvements. The Board also awarded a $59,998.37 pavement patching contract, authorized purchases for a fire vehicle, radar signs, network services, and a surveillance trailer, and adopted a non-binding comprehensive plan. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Approved Resolution 2024-R-50 awarding $59,998.37 pavement patching contract to Schroeder Asphalt Services (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-R-51 authorizing Fire Chief to purchase used vehicle up to $45,000 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-R-52 purchasing six solar radar signs from Radarsign, LLC up to $23,168 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-R-53 adopting non-binding comprehensive plan 'Reimagine River Grove' (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-R-54 agreement with Nobletec, LLC for network services up to $25,000 (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-R-55 purchasing mobile surveillance camera trailer from ECAM up to $32,460 (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-20 intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for Thatcher Ave reconstruction ($632,000) (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-21 intergovernmental agreement with Forest Preserve District for Des Plaines River Trail improvements ($1,423,000) (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will discuss replacing a 2009 Fire Department SUV, review two grants totaling $41,300 (one for radar signs, one for a camera trailer), and receive an update on the Fire Department Renovation Project. They will also hear a general update on economic development projects and the Center Street project. No final decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items.
- Replacement of 2009 Fire Department SUV
- Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Com-Ed Powering Safe Communities Grant: $10,000 for six radar signs
- Organized Retail Crime grant: $31,300 for an additional camera trailer
- Fire Department Renovation Project – update on Request for Qualifications response
- Update on Center Street project
Village Board Committee of the Whole
The Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for September 9, 2024, has been cancelled by President David B. Guerin. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; no business conducted
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will discuss several proposed ordinances and projects, including a grocery tax, an amusement streaming tax, and a firehouse renovation. They will also review an IT proposal, a WSSR request, and updates on economic development and the Center Street project. These are discussion items, not final votes.
- Nobel Tech IT Proposal
- WSSR Request (likely water/sewer/sanitation)
- Grocery Tax proposal
- Amusement Streaming Tax Ordinance
- Firehouse Renovation Project Update
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board will consider several resolutions awarding contracts, including a $532,063.40 road improvement project on O'Connor Drive, two environmental site assessments, and a park rehabilitation. Also on the agenda are ordinances amending vehicle registration and green alley rules, and a referral of the new comprehensive plan to the Plan Commission. Two police sergeants will be promoted.
- Promotion of Kevin Kross and Miguel D. Villagomez to Police Sergeant
- Resolution approving Van's Enterprises for National Field Rehabilitation ($20,765)
- Contract for Veterans Memorial concrete foundations from Kavanagh Concrete ($19,800)
- Environmental site assessments at 8171 Grand Avenue ($20,275) and 2430-2436 Thatcher Avenue ($23,275)
- Referral of Reimagine River Grove Comprehensive Plan to Plan Commission for public hearing
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Village Board Committee of the Whole
The Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for August 12, 2024, has been cancelled by President David B. Guerin.
License & Ordinance Committee
The License and Ordinance Committee will discuss several proposed ordinances, including a tent city ordinance and modifications to parking regulations. Items include driveway parking restrictions, enforcement of parking lots, contractor parking, and visible home address requirements. The committee will also review license updates and code updates.
- Tent city ordinance (Mike)
- Ord. 6-.12-6 Driveway Parking (Chris)
- IML edit: no sticker = ticket anywhere in town (Mike)
- 2725 Tower parking lot A/B clarification for enforcement (Mike)
- Green alley protection (Brock)
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will meet on August 5, 2024 at 10AM. Agenda items include discussion of a Phase 2 environmental site assessment for 8171 Grand Avenue and 2430,34,36 Thatcher Avenue, along with demolition details for both properties. Other items include ratification of a contract for the Veterans Memorial foundation, selection of an IT service provider, rehab of National Field infield, and updates on the firehouse renovation and Center Street project.
- Discussion of Phase 2 environmental site assessment for 8171 Grand Avenue and 2430/34/36 Thatcher Avenue, and demolition details
- Ratification of contract for foundation construction for Veterans Memorial
- Contract approval for IT service provider
- Rehab of National Field infield
- Installation of mono-pole antenna
License & Ordinance Committee
The License and Ordinance Committee meeting scheduled for August 2, 2024, has been cancelled.
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will receive a finance department update, discuss a zoning verification request, and hear updates on the firehouse renovation and Center Street project. New business is not listed, and no votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Finance Department Update
- Zoning Verification Request
- Update on Firehouse renovation project (if available)
- General Status Update – Economic Development Projects
- Update Center Street project
Village Board Meetings
The Village Board will consider awarding a $799,856 contract to Millenium Contracting Co. for the 2024 West Street Water Main Improvements Project, along with a $72,550 engineering services agreement. They will also take up a tabled ordinance adding a new chapter to the Village Code on landscape and lawn care services. Additionally, the board will vote on authorizing $30,321.29 in additional funds for firefighter radios under an AFG grant.
- Resolution 2024-R-40: Award $799,856 to Millenium Contracting Co. for West Street water main improvements
- Resolution 2024-R-41: Approve $72,550 engineering agreement with Edwin Hancock Engineering for the same project
- Resolution 2024-R-42: Authorize $30,321.29 in additional funds for six APX 8000XE and two APX8500 dash mount radios
- Ordinance 2024-14 (tabled): Amending Title V to add a chapter on landscape and lawn care services
- Proclamation honoring Sharon Apida's retirement from the Historical Commission
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Village Board Committee of the Whole
The Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Monday, July 08, 2024, has been cancelled. This notification was directed by President David B. Guerin.
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will review a resident's fence installation request. The committee also plans to discuss the status of economic development projects and provide an update on the firehouse renovation project if available.
- Resident fence installation request review
- Firehouse renovation project update
- Economic development projects status update
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss water rates and provide a status update on the Fire House Renovation Project. The agenda also includes updates on general finance and economic development projects.
- Water rates discussion
- Fire House Renovation Project status update
- General finance update
- Economic development projects status update
- Potential executive session regarding property acquisition
Village Board Meetings
The Village Board will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure projects, including street improvements and sidewalk replacements. They will also vote on ordinances to amend liquor licensing and property transfer inspections. Additionally, the board will review a school resource officer agreement.
- Approval of up to $300,000 in MFT funds for DCEO street improvement projects
- Contract award to J Nardulli Concrete, Inc. for the 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Program
- Agreement for School Resource Officer services with Elmwood Park CUSD 401
- Ordinance to change the number of Class B and G Retail Liquor Licenses
- Ratification of $16,140.00 for fencing at 2620 Thatcher Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Zoning Board Meetings
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider an application from Elmpark Dev Inc for a side yard set-back variance. The request would allow for the construction of a four-unit residential building in the R-3 zoning district. The board will review evidence and hear public comments before making a recommendation.
- Variance request for side yard set-back at 2718 Budd Street
- Proposed construction of a four-unit residential dwelling unit
- Application by Elmpark Dev Inc in the R-3 zoning district
Village Board Committee of the Whole
This notice serves as a formal notification for the cancellation of the Village Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for June 10, 2024. No other agenda items were provided in this notice.
- Cancellation of the June 10, 2024, Committee of the Whole meeting
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will discuss village operations and economic development projects. The agenda also includes updates on the fire house renovation project and the school resource officer for EPHS.
- School Resource Officer for EPHS – 2024-2025 School Year
- Fire House Renovation Project status update
- Economic Development Projects status update
- Operations Update
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance and Economic Development Committee will meet to receive updates on the 2022 and 2023 audits and the Fire House Renovation Project. The body will also discuss parking lot seal coating and zoning verification requests.
- 2022 Audit Update
- 2023 Audit Update
- Fire House Renovation Project status update
- Parking Lot Seal Coating
- Zoning Verification Requests
Village Board Meetings
The Village Board meeting scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2024, has been cancelled by direction of President David B. Guerin. The notice lists the board members and is submitted by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen. No other business is on the agenda.
- Cancellation of the May 20, 2024 Village Board meeting
Village Board Committee of the Whole
The Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Monday, May 13, 2024, has been cancelled by Village President David B. Guerin. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision, as the meeting will not take place.
- Meeting cancellation announced by Village President David B. Guerin
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will review updates on the 2022 audit and several local projects. The body is discussing funding planning for large projects and the status of specific redevelopment sites.
- Redevelopment status update for 8324 Grand Avenue (Palm Hardware Building)
- Thatcher woods project update
- Firehouse Renovation Project
- Zoning Code Site Plan Review request for modification
- Visit Oak Park funding request
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board will consider awarding a $3,307,400.46 contract to Schroeder Asphalt Services for 2024 DCEO street improvements, adopt a solar energy code, and add a new chapter on landscape and lawn care services. The board will also vote on paying village bills and may enter closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation.
- Resolution 2024-R-31: Award $3,307,400.46 contract to Schroeder Asphalt Services for street improvements
- Ordinance 2024-13: Adopt a Solar Energy Code
- Ordinance 2024-14: Add chapter on landscape and lawn care services to Village Code
- Authorization to pay village bills (warrants dated May 6, 2024)
- Possible executive session on personnel, real estate, and litigation
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
License & Ordinance Committee
The License and Ordinance Committee will meet to discuss a license update provided by Gina Leder. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.
- License update from Gina Leder
Ad Hoc Collaboration Committee
The Village President and Board of Trustees, along with the River Grove Library President and Board of Trustees, will meet to discuss potential land acquisition. The meeting includes an executive session to address personnel, salary schedules, real estate, litigation, and security procedures.
- Discussion of potential land acquisition
- Executive session on employee compensation, discipline, or dismissal
- Executive session on municipal employee salary schedules and collective bargaining
- Executive session on the purchase, sale, or lease of specific real property
- Executive session on pending or imminent litigation regarding a local tax
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will discuss several financial updates and service agreements. The agenda includes updates on audits, recruitment, and various municipal contracts.
- 2022 and 2023 Audit Updates
- Finance Analyst Recruitment Update
- ComEd Street light replacement
- NIMEC Contracts
- MICA 2024 Insurance Coverage
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including purchases for police and fire equipment and contracts for the 2024 alley project. The board will also consider paying the village's bills and may enter a closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation.
- Resolution 2024-R-26: Purchase of one Axon in-car camera system, not to exceed $11,891.04
- Resolution 2024-R-27: Purchase of 20 sets of fire bunker gear from Dinges Fire Company, not to exceed $74,994.00
- Resolution 2024-R-28: Award contract to Nardulli Construction for 2024 Alley Project ($307,693.45)
- Resolution 2024-R-29: Engineering services agreement with Edwin Hancock Engineering for alley project, not to exceed $32,775.00
- Resolution 2024-R-30: Authorize contract for electricity purchase through Northern Illinois Municipal Electric Collaborative
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Village Board Committee of the Whole
The Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Monday, April 8, 2024, has been cancelled by President David B. Guerin. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled by Village President David B. Guerin
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance and Economic Development Committee will review equipment purchases and the search for a Senior Accountant/Finance Manager. The body is also discussing water rate increases and the lead service line replacement plan.
- Purchase of in-car camera equipment
- Purchase of bunker gear
- Retention of recruiting firm for Senior Accountant/Finance Manager
- Lead Service Line Replacement Plan and rate
- City of Chicago and Village water rate increases
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board will vote on a resolution to buy 600 tons of salt for the Public Works Department and on authorizing payment of the village's bills. The board will also hear committee reports and may enter a closed session to discuss employee matters, property deals, and litigation.
- Resolution 2024-R-25: purchase of 600 tons of salt for Public Works
- Authorization to pay village bills per warrants dated April 1, 2024
- Committee reports from Public Safety, Public Works, Finance, License & Ordinance, IT, and Youth & Recreation
- Closed session planned for employee compensation, real property, litigation, and security procedures
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will review proposals for purchasing flower boxes and trash receptacles. The meeting includes updates on the FY22 audit and software upgrades for LOCIS8 and Invoice Cloud.
- Proposal to purchase flower boxes
- Proposal to purchase trash receptacles
- Software upgrades to LOCIS8 and Invoice Cloud
- Update on FY22 Audit
- Discussion on Economic Development Projects
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board will vote on four resolutions and two ordinances at its March 18, 2024 meeting. The resolutions cover a $172,032 public works truck purchase, two environmental consulting contracts for demolition sites, and a $148,024 veterans memorial contract. The ordinances would add new village code chapters on synthetic drugs and local business licenses for cannabis businesses. The board will also consider paying the village's bills and may enter closed session for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.
- Resolution 2024-R-21: $172,032 for 2024 Ford F-350 with dump/water tank from Monroe Truck Equipment
- Resolution 2024-R-22: $7,545 True North Consultants environmental work at 2430-2436 Thatcher Ave
- Resolution 2024-R-23: $6,520 True North Consultants environmental work at 8171 Grand Ave
- Resolution 2024-R-24: $148,024 contract to Peter Troost Monument Co. for veterans memorials
- Ordinances 2024-11 and 2024-12: new code chapters on synthetic drugs and cannabis business licenses
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Village Board Committee of the Whole
The Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Monday, March 11, 2024, has been cancelled by President David B. Guerin. No agenda items were discussed or decided, as the meeting did not take place.
- Meeting cancelled by Village President David B. Guerin
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for March 4, 2024, has been cancelled by Chairperson Lynn M. Bjorvik.
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a five-year master lease for up to $830,000 for capital items, the purchase of two electric vehicles, and applications for road improvement grants. They will also consider amendments to vehicle sticker and pet license fees, liquor license numbers, and a property variance extension. The meeting includes public comment and a closed session for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.
- Resolution 2024-R-12: Five-year master lease with Wintrust Capital for up to $830,000 for capital items
- Resolution 2024-R-16: Purchase of two 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EVs from Currie Motors for $64,822.06
- Resolution 2024-R-17: Application for CDBG grant for Smith Lane Reconstruction
- Resolution 2024-R-18: Application for Invest in Cook County program for Thatcher Avenue improvements
- Ordinance 2024-07: Amends vehicle sticker and pet license fees and penalties
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance and Economic Development Committee will discuss several equipment purchases and lease agreements. The body is also considering engineering agreements for roadway and water main improvements and reviewing grant applications for local infrastructure.
- Purchase of a Chevy BOLT for the Building Department
- New 5-year maintenance/lease agreement for a Pitney Bowes postage machine
- Grant applications for Smith Lane and Thatcher Avenue improvements (Fullerton to Greenwood)
- Engineering agreement for 2023 PY CDBG O’Connor Drive improvements
- Design engineering agreements for 2024 West Street Water Main and 2024 Roadway Improvements
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution approving and ratifying the use of $506,303.73 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for the FY2022 General Maintenance Program. The meeting includes roll call, public comments, and adjournment.
- Resolution 2024-R-11 to appropriate $506,303.73 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for FY2022 General Maintenance Program
- Public comment period for attendees and emailed comments
- Roll call attendance and quorum establishment
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 Monday, February 12, 2024. No business items are listed for discussion or decision. The notice is signed by Village Clerk Marjorie A. Manchen and lists the Village President and Board of Trustees.
- Cancellation of the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for February 12, 2024
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance/Economic Development Committee will review several purchase requests and maintenance agreements. The meeting includes discussions on Public Works and Building Department equipment and an audit status review.
- Purchase of an overhead door at Public Works Facility
- Quote for a Ford F350
- Maintenance Agreement for Fire Department Elevator
- Quotes for Building Department Vehicles
- Review of Audit Status
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board is meeting to consider several resolutions, including a significant purchase of body-worn cameras and other police equipment, as well as a property sale. The board will also vote on a services agreement for a comptroller and finance director, and may enter closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.
- Resolution 2024-R-04: Purchase 35 body-worn cameras from Axon Enterprise for $241,661.80 over 5 years
- Resolution 2024-R-03: Services agreement with Govtempsusa for comptroller/finance director services (term 2/1/2024-1/31/2025, option for 2025-2026)
- Ordinance 2024-06: Approve sale of 2946 North River Road to Steven M. Anti for $65,000
- Resolution 2024-R-05: Purchase MotoShot motorized target system for $18,301.80
- Resolution 2024-R-06: Purchase mobile surveillance camera trailer for $28,350
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance and Economic Development Committee will review pricing for two Building Department vehicles and Police Department equipment. The body will also discuss a possible municipal lease and staffing updates. An update regarding 2940-46 River Road is scheduled.
- Pricing review for purchase of 2 Building Department vehicles
- Pricing and timing review for Police Department equipment purchases
- Review of possible Municipal Lease
- Finance Department staffing update
- Update on 2940-46 River Road
Finance & Economic Development Committee
The Finance and Economic Development Committee will review updates on the village audit and water line replacement programs. The committee will also discuss the potential use for the property at 2946 River Road.
- Emergency water line replacement at 8056 Grand Avenue
- Lead Water Line Replacement Program
- No Cash Bid Program
- Potential use for 2946 River Road
- Audit update
Village Board Meetings
The River Grove Village Board is holding a special meeting to vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a $275,000 property purchase, a water service replacement contract, and an agreement for Des Plaines River Trail design. The board will also consider amendments to rental inspection, hotel/motel tax, and bus stop regulations, and may enter closed session for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.
- Resolution 2024-R-01: Ratify $25,000 water service replacement at 8056 W Grand Ave with Permidt Engineering Ltd
- Resolution 2024-R-02: Approve copier-scanner-printer lease with Leaf Capital Funding LLC
- Ordinance 2024-02: Approve ARPA subrecipient agreement with Cook County for Des Plaines River Trail design (Touhy Ave to North Ave)
- Ordinance 2024-03: Authorize purchase of 2430-2436 Thatcher Ave for $275,000
- Ordinance 2024-05: Add code section regulating unscheduled bus stops