Shorewood public meetings in 2022

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will review several financial payments and legislative items. Discussion includes a tax levy ordinance, an office license agreement extension, and a collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 150.

• Approval of accounts payable totaling $578,537.49
• Payment of $49,230.00 to Layne Christensen Company for Well #9 Rehabilitation Project
• Payment of $64,806.00 to NuToys Leisure Products for Kits Korner Park equipment
• Ordinance for the Levy and Collection of Taxes for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150

The Village Board approved the annual tax levy and collection for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023. Other actions included extending an office license agreement for the local Chamber of Commerce and setting the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved Ordinance No. 22-2058 for tax levy and collection of $1,899,318.29 (5-0)
• Approved office license agreement extension with Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce through Dec 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22R-1071 setting 2023 meeting dates for Village Board and sub-units (5-0)
• Approved $578,537.49 in accounts payable (5-0)
• Approved $49,230.00 payment to Layne Christensen Company for Well #9 Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved $64,806.00 payment to NuToys Leisure Products for Kits Korner Park equipment (5-0)
• Approved $52,300.70 payment to Brandenburg Electronic Systems for new public works facility (5-0)
• Approved $25,695.00 payment to National Power and Rodding for sanitary sewer rehabilitation (5-0)

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will consider several items including a $1,078,973 engineering contract for Phase 2 design of a pumping station, reservoir, and water main, and a $11,492 contract for an ADA transition plan. Consent agenda items include $1.54M in accounts payable, $7,470 for window shades, $75,910 for furniture, and $111,769 for park construction. A second-read ordinance would abate 2022 taxes for $14.2M in bonds, and a resolution would settle a dispute with ComEd and Azavar Audit Solutions.

• Ordinance abating 2022 taxes for $14,200,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021
• Resolution authorizing settlement agreement with ComEd and Azavar Audit Solutions
• Proposal for $1,078,973 engineering design for pumping station, reservoir, and watermain
• Proposal for $11,492 ADA transition plan update study
• Purchase of equipment for brine shed at new public works facility up to $13,000

The Village Board approved a Phase 2 engineering design for water infrastructure and an ADA transition plan update. The board also authorized a tax abatement for general obligation bonds and a settlement agreement with ComEd.

• Approved Phase 2 engineering design for pumping station, reservoir, and watermain not to exceed $1,078,973.00 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 22-2057 abating $941,500.00 in taxes for 2022 general obligation bonds (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 22R-1070 for a settlement agreement with ComEd and Azavar Audit Solutions, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved ADA Transition Plan Update Study with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for $11,492.00 (6-0)
• Approved equipment purchase from Bushnell for the Public Works brine shed not to exceed $13,000.00 (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $1,538,573.45 in accounts payable (6-0)
• Approved $7,470.00 payment to House of Roland for window shades (6-0)
• Approved $111,768.70 payment to Hacienda Landscaping Inc. for park reconstruction (6-0)

Special Village Board Meeting

The Shorewood Village Board will hold a special meeting to consider a first-read ordinance for the 2022-2023 tax levy and a companion ordinance to abate taxes for the 2021 Series bonds. The board will also vote on several purchases, including up to $130,000 for bulk road salt, $106,136 for a platform skylift, and three new Ford trucks totaling up to $255,000.

• First read of ordinance to levy taxes for fiscal year 2022-2023
• First read of ordinance abating 2022 taxes on $14.2M General Obligation Bonds Series 2021
• Purchase of bulk road salt from Cargill not to exceed $130,000 for winter 2022-2023
• Approval of $106,136.50 payment to Safetyline Equipment for a platform skylift at new public works facility
• Approval of $88,541.62 payment to State of Illinois Treasurer for Black Road Resurfacing Project

The Village Board approved the purchase of an ice rink for Four Seasons Park and three new Ford pickup trucks. The board also authorized several engineering contracts for road resurfacing and water protection, and granted a signage variance for Pizza Ranch.

• Approved $8,167 purchase of an ice rink from Supreme Sports
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford F-250 (max $70,000), F-350 (max $75,000), and F-550 (max $110,000)
• Approved $105,776 contract with Christopher Burke Engineering for 2023 MFT street resurfacing
• Approved $18,900 contract with Christopher Burke Engineering for Source Water Protection Plan
• Approved $130,000 purchase of bulk road salt from Cargill, Incorporated-Salt
• Approved $35,000 contract with Arbor Tek Services, Inc. for annual tree pruning
• Approved $39,835 proposal from Sievert Crane & Hoist for Public Works crane assembly
• Granted signage variance for Pizza Ranch at 19747 NE Frontage Road (Ordinance 22-2056)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Shorewood Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a zoning variance to allow additional primary wall signage for Pizza Ranch at 19747 NE Frontage Road. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from its July 19 and August 3 meetings and receive staff updates on development and the comprehensive plan.

• Public hearing on Petition 22-452: zoning variance for additional primary wall signage at Pizza Ranch, 19747 NE Frontage Rd
• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2022 meeting
• Approval of minutes from August 3, 2022 meeting
• Staff updates on development and comprehensive plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a zoning variance to allow two additional primary wall signs for Pizza Ranch. The commission also approved meeting minutes from July 19 and August 3, 2022.

• Approved July 19, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved August 3, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning variance for additional primary wall signage at 19747 NE Frontage Rd (5-0)

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

The Citizens' Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting with procedural items including call to order, citizen comments, village updates, and open discussion. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed for decision or discussion.

• Attorney General's online Open Meeting Act course listed under old business

The committee proceeded with a discussion but could not take formal action because there were not enough voting members and alternates to establish a quorum. Staff provided updates on village construction, new businesses, and upcoming sewer rate increases.

• No substantive decisions made due to lack of quorum

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Village of Shorewood Committee of the Whole will discuss engineering for Phase 2 of the Pumping and Receiving Station Reservoir, a jurisdictional road transfer from Troy Township, and updates on the Comprehensive Plan, New Public Works Facility, and Sustainable Water Source Project.

• Discussion of Pumping and Receiving Station Reservoir Phase 2 Design Engineering
• Discussion of jurisdictional transfer of certain roads from Troy Township to Shorewood
• Update on the Comprehensive Plan
• Update on New Public Works Facility
• Update on Sustainable Water Source Project

The Committee of the Whole held discussions regarding the Pumping and Receiving Station Reservoir Phase 2 Design Engineering and the jurisdictional transfer of roads from Troy Township. No formal votes were taken on these items during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:35 P.M. (5-0)

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will consider approving two contracts for the new Public Works Facility: a $37,825 proposal from Sievert Crane & Hoist for a crane assembly system and a $45,000 purchase of shop equipment from Rockwell Space Solutions. The board will also act on a consent agenda including payments totaling $584,294.01 for professional services, sewer rehabilitation, water meters, and SCADA improvements.

• Approval of $37,825 to Sievert Crane & Hoist for crane assembly system at new Public Works Facility
• Approval of shop equipment purchase from Rockwell Space Solutions not to exceed $45,000 for new Public Works Facility
• Consent agenda includes $72,613 to National Power and Rodding for Basin #5 Sewer Rehabilitation
• Consent agenda includes $52,405 to Metropolitan Industries for SCADA improvements
• Mayor to present $4,000 check from Will County State's Attorney for four flock cameras

The Village Board approved several payments for infrastructure and the purchase of a crane and shop equipment for the new Public Works facility. The board also accepted two $5,000 donations for flock cameras.

• Approved $37,825.00 proposal from Sievert Crane & Hoist for crane assembly (5-0)
• Approved shop equipment purchase from Rockwell Space Solutions not to exceed $45,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved accounts payable totaling $367,565.13 (5-0)
• Approved $72,613.00 payment to National Power and Rodding for Basin #5 Sewer Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved $52,405.00 payment to Metropolitan Industries, Inc. for SCADA improvements (5-0)
• Approved $45,522.00 payment to Core & Main for water meters (5-0)
• Approved $34,860.00 payment to Sikich for professional services (5-0)
• Approved $11,889.88 payment to Seeco Construction Services, Inc. for quality control testing (5-0)

Village Board Meeting

The Shorewood Village Board is meeting to review accounts payable and consider several equipment and service contracts. The board will also discuss an ordinance regarding business license and registration fees.

• Payment of $1,807,582.46 to Pacific Construction Services for the new public works facility
• Bid award of $332,537.52 to H&H Electric for the 2022 Decorative River Road Street Lighting Project
• Purchase of Sensus Water Meters and accessories from Core and Main for $99,885.00
• Proposed contracts with Granicus for agenda management and live streaming totaling $47,167.89
• First read of an ordinance amending Title 3 of the Village Code regarding business license and registration fees

The Village Board approved a $47,167.89 contract with Granicus for agenda management and live-stream services, a $17,200 audio-visual upgrade for Village Hall conference rooms, and a $332,537.52 bid for decorative street lighting on River Road. All votes were unanimous. The board also passed an ordinance amending business license fees and approved temporary grand opening signage for Raising Cane's.

• Approved $47,167.89 Granicus agenda management and live-stream contract (6-0)
• Approved $17,200 audio-visual upgrade for Village Hall conference rooms (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 22-2055 amending business license and registration fees (6-0)
• Approved temporary grand opening signage for Raising Cane's (6-0)
• Approved $332,537.52 bid to H&H Electric for River Road decorative street lighting (6-0)
• Approved $99,885.00 purchase of Sensus water meters from Core and Main (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $624,778.93 in accounts payable and other payments (6-0)

Special Meeting Village Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive P

The Village Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee are meeting to discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan. The discussion will cover sub area plans, the fiscal impact of development, and an open house.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Sub Area Plans
• Discussion of Fiscal Impact of Development
• Planning for an Open House
• Approval of July 19, 2022 meeting minutes

Special Meeting Village Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive P

The Village Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee are meeting to discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan. The discussion will cover sub area plans, the fiscal impact of development, and an open house.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update sub area plans
• Discussion of fiscal impact of development
• Planning of an open house
• Approval of July 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Village Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee held a joint special meeting to review and discuss draft recommendations for key subareas of the Designing Shorewood Comprehensive Plan, including the Western Growth Area, I-55 Gateway Corridor, and others. No formal votes were taken on the plan itself; the group reviewed a fiscal impact analysis of four development scenarios and prioritized policy opportunities. The minutes from the July 19, 2022 special meeting were approved by the Board and Steering Committee, but the Planning & Zoning Commission deferred approval due to lack of quorum.

• Approved minutes from July 19, 2022 special meeting (9-0, Board and Steering Committee only; P&Z deferred)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss business license fees, the Comprehensive Plan, and a new Public Works Facility. Additional discussions include AV systems and the Sustainable Water Source Project.

• Discussion of business license fees
• Update on the Comprehensive Plan
• Update on New Public Works Facility
• Update on Sustainable Water Source Project
• Discussion regarding AV systems

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but took no formal votes. The board reached consensus to move the November 8 regular meeting to Monday, November 7 because the board room is used as a polling place on Election Day. Staff presented proposals for AV system upgrades totaling $235,000, simplified business license fees, and updates on the comprehensive plan, new public works facility, and sustainable water source project. No binding decisions were made; larger AV equipment purchases will return to the board for approval.

• Consensus to hold November regular meeting on Monday, Nov 7 instead of Nov 8
• No formal votes taken on AV upgrades, business license fees, or other items

Village Board Meeting

The Shorewood Village Board will consider approving a bid award and contract for the 2022 Well #9 Rehabilitation Project, not to exceed $523,037.50, and a resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Joliet for water and sanitary sewer service. The board will also review a resolution for recreational use of school facilities, an ordinance for surplus property disposal, and a renewal service agreement for the Village Hall and Police Station. Consent agenda items include payments for the Public Works Facility, Diana Park and Kits Korner Park, and water meters.

• Bid award and contract to Layne Christensen for Well #9 Rehabilitation, $523,037.50
• Intergovernmental agreement with City of Joliet for water and sewer service
• Intergovernmental license agreement with Troy School District 30-C for recreational use of school facilities
• Ordinance for disposal of surplus property (First Read)
• Renewal service agreement with Peerless Network for 3 years for Village Hall and Police Station

The Village Board approved a bid award and contract to Layne Christensen for the 2022 Well #9 Rehabilitation Project in an amount not to exceed $523,037.50. The board also authorized an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Joliet for water and sanitary sewer service, and a license agreement with Troy School District 30-C for recreational use of school facilities. Consent agenda items were approved as amended, with one payment item removed.

• Approved $523,037.50 contract to Layne Christensen for Well #9 rehabilitation (6-0)
• Authorized intergovernmental agreement with City of Joliet for water and sewer service (6-0)
• Approved license agreement with Troy School District 30-C for recreational use of school gyms (6-0)
• Approved disposal of surplus property via Ordinance 22-2054, waiving second reading (6-0)
• Approved 3-year renewal service agreement with Peerless Network for Village Hall and Police Station (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended, including accounts payable of $675,136.87 and payments to Brandenburg Electronic Systems and Tria Architecture (6-0)

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will hear a presentation from the Troy Library and receive village updates. Members will also hold an open discussion regarding resident concerns and ideas.

• Troy Library Presentation
• Village Updates
• Open Discussion of resident concerns and ideas

The meeting was informational only; no substantive decisions were made. The committee heard a presentation from the Shorewood-Troy Library director on available services, received village updates on new businesses and construction projects, and discussed road work and police monitoring of overweight trucks.

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and ordinance amendments. Key items include a park reconstruction project and changes to water user charges for commercial and industrial users.

• Contract for 2022 Diana and Kits Korner Park Reconstruction Project with Hacienda Landscaping for $202,791.90
• Ordinance amending Base Water User Charges for Commercial and Industrial Users
• Professional Engineering Services for Route 52 and Wynstone Signal Warrant Analysis and Intersection Design Study not to exceed $29,900.00
• Professional Services Agreement with M.E. Simpson Co., Inc. for $21,420.00 for Valve Exercising Program
• First read of an ordinance adopting the River’s Edge Park Master Plan

The Shorewood Village Board approved the River's Edge Park Master Plan and authorized the OSLAD grant application, which could bring up to $600,000 in state funds matched by $600,000 in village funds. The board also approved several contracts, including a $202,791.90 park reconstruction bid, a $21,420 valve exercising program, and a $29,900 engineering study for a traffic signal at Route 52 and Wynstone. All votes were unanimous except for the garbage container ordinance, which passed 5-1.

• Adopted River's Edge Park Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved OSLAD grant authorization for River's Edge Park (unanimous)
• Approved $202,791.90 contract to Hacienda Landscaping for Diana and Kits Korner Park reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved $21,420 agreement with M.E. Simpson for valve exercising program (unanimous)
• Approved $29,900 engineering study for Route 52/Wynstone signal analysis (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance clarifying water/sewer flat fees for commercial users (unanimous)
• Approved garbage container ordinance (5-1, Kirkland opposed)
• Approved consent agenda including $825,374.32 in payables (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting CANCELLED

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 7, 2022, has been cancelled.

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board is meeting to review several ordinances and payment approvals. Key items include the purchase of a property at 101 Grove Street and agreements related to The Hamptons development.

• Purchase of 101 Grove Street
• Payment of $435,157.26 for accounts payable
• Payment of $83,504.48 to D’Orazio Ford for two 2022 Explorer Interceptors
• Payment of $41,994.24 to Ron Tirapelli Ford for a 2022 Ford F150 Interceptor
• Professional Services Agreement with M.E. Simpson Company Inc. for $20,855.00

The Village Board approved an amended annexation and development agreement for The Hamptons, a mixed-use project with rentals, condos, and retail, by a 5-2 vote. A separate ordinance granting a conditional use for the planned unit development passed unanimously. The board also approved several consent agenda items, a professional services agreement for a leak survey, the purchase of 101 Grove Street, a backup server purchase, and a collective bargaining agreement with the police union.

• Approved amended annexation and development agreement for The Hamptons (5-2)
• Granted conditional use permit for Hamptons of Shorewood PUD (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, payables, and equipment purchases (unanimous)
• Approved $20,855/year professional services agreement with M.E. Simpson for leak survey (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 101 Grove Street using TIF funds (unanimous)
• Approved $19,383.61 for backup server hardware/software from Current Technology Corp (unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police Labor Counsel (unanimous)
• Swore in Police Officer Kevin Benson

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances regarding annexation and development agreements for a 17-acre site at U.S. Rt. 52 and Wynstone Drive. The board will also review payments for public works and park renovations.

• Public hearing and ordinance for Annexation and Development Agreement amendments for The Hamptons of Shorewood, LLC
• Payment of $1,853,054.72 to Pacific Construction Services for the new Public Works Facility
• Payment of $39,940.00 to Sportsfields, Inc. for Cene’s Four Seasons Ball Field Renovations
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Troy Community Consolidated School District 30-C for Diana Park sidewalk connection
• Ordinance amending Code of Ordinances for Wynstone Drive from Hunter Drive to Auburn Lakes Drive

The Shorewood Village Board held a public hearing on the Hamptons of Shorewood mixed-use development (17 acres at U.S. Rt. 52 and Wynstone Drive) but took no action on the annexation amendment or PUD ordinance, leaving them as a first read for a future vote. The Board approved a consent agenda including $517,508.55 in accounts payable, $1,853,054.72 to Pacific Construction Services for the Public Works Facility, and $39,940.00 to Sportsfields, Inc. for Cene's Four Seasons Ball Field Renovations. It also approved an intergovernmental agreement with Troy School District #30-C for a sidewalk connection to Diana Park, and an ordinance prohibiting parking on Wynstone Drive from Hunter to Auburn Lakes Drive.

• Closed public hearing on Hamptons of Shorewood PUD (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: $517,508.55 accounts payable, $1,853,054.72 to Pacific Construction, $39,940.00 to Sportsfields (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22R-1065: IGA with Troy School District #30-C for Diana Park sidewalk (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 22-2047: No parking on Wynstone Drive (Hunter to Auburn Lakes), waived second read (6-0)
• No action taken on Hamptons annexation amendment or PUD ordinance

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding Petition 22-449. This petition requests a conditional use for a Planned Unit Development for the Hamptons of Shorewood.

• Public Hearing: Petition 22-449 (Conditional Use for a Planned Unit Development for the Hamptons of Shorewood)

The Shorewood Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and voted unanimously to recommend that the Village Board grant a conditional use permit for a planned unit development (PUD) at the Hamptons of Shorewood, a mixed-use project at Jefferson Street and Wynstone Boulevard. The project includes retail space, apartments, townhomes, and rental homes. The recommendation is subject to compliance with all applicable Village ordinances. The commission also approved the minutes from its May 18 and June 1, 2022 meetings.

• Approved minutes from May 18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for Hamptons of Shorewood PUD (unanimous)

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board is reviewing several infrastructure projects, including sewer rehabilitation and SCADA system upgrades. The board will also consider payments for work completed at the new Public Works Facility.

• Bid award and contract to National Power Rodding for 2022 Sanitary Sewer I&I Rehabilitation Project Basin#5 for $387,752.38
• SCADA system upgrade by Metropolitan Industries for $19,981.00
• New SCADA system installation at the new Public Works Facility by Metropolitan Industries for $32,424.00
• Payment of $22,371.93 to Brandenburg Electronic Systems for work at the new Public Works Facility
• Account payable approval in the amount of $145,644.47

The Shorewood Village Board approved a $387,752.38 contract with National Power Rodding for the 2022 Sanitary Sewer I&I Rehabilitation Project Basin #5, and approved two SCADA system upgrades totaling $52,405. The board also approved the consent agenda, including payments of $145,644.47 and $22,371.93. No action was taken in executive session.

• Approved $387,752.38 sewer rehab contract to National Power Rodding (6-0)
• Approved $19,981 SCADA system upgrade by Metropolitan Industries (6-0)
• Approved $32,424 new SCADA system at Public Works Facility (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $145,644.47 payables and $22,371.93 payment (6-0)

Special Meeting Village Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive P

The Village Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee are holding a special meeting. The body will discuss goals and objectives for the Comprehensive Plan.

• Comprehensive Plan Goals and Objectives Discussion

Special Meeting Village Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive P

The Village Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee are holding a special meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is a discussion regarding the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Comprehensive Plan Goals and Objectives Discussion

The Village Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee held a joint workshop to review and discuss draft goals and objectives for the comprehensive plan. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion and feedback. The draft goals cover themes like community character, housing, economic development, and transportation, with subarea plans for key areas like the I-55 Gateway and Ridge Road District.

• Adjourned meeting at 9:19 P.M. (all in favor)

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Village of Shorewood is holding a special meeting to discuss food trucks and adjudication hearings. The body will also receive updates on the New Public Works Facility and the Sustainable Water Source Project.

• Discussion regarding food trucks
• Discussion regarding adjudication hearings
• Update on New Public Works Facility
• Update of Sustainable Water Source Project

The Shorewood Village Board reached consensus to leave the current Food Truck Ordinance unchanged and directed staff to begin citing violations. The decision followed a discussion where staff reported an impasse with food truck owners and ongoing resident complaints. No formal vote was taken; the consensus was recorded in the minutes.

• Consensus to keep Food Truck Ordinance unchanged
• Directed staff to begin citing food truck ordinance violations

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board is reviewing several equipment purchases for the police department and local parks. The board will also consider an ordinance regarding a Planned Unit Development on Geneva Street.

• Payment of $56,202.00 to NuToys Leisure Products for Diana Street Park Reconstruction
• Payment of $64,806.00 to NuToys Leisure Products for Kits Corner Park Reconstruction
• Purchase of 20 Watch Guard Body Worn Cameras from Motorola Solutions for $20,515.00
• Purchase of two 2022 Ford Police Interceptors from D’Orazio Ford for $87,254.48
• Ordinance extending a Conditional Use for a Planned Unit Development at 1006 Geneva Street

The Shorewood Village Board approved several purchases and an ordinance extension. It approved $56,202 for Diana Street Park equipment and $64,806 for Kits Corner Park equipment, both from NuToys Leisure Products. It also approved $20,515 for 20 body-worn cameras from Motorola Solutions, $87,254.48 for two police interceptors from D'Orazio Ford, and extended a conditional use permit for a planned unit development at 1006 Geneva Street. The consent agenda, including $1,009,257.27 in accounts payable, was approved as amended.

• Approved $56,202 to NuToys for Diana Street Park equipment (6-0)
• Approved $64,806 to NuToys for Kits Corner Park equipment (6-0)
• Approved $20,515 for 20 body-worn cameras from Motorola Solutions (6-0)
• Approved $87,254.48 for two 2022 Ford Police Interceptors from D'Orazio Ford (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 22-2046 extending conditional use permit at 1006 Geneva Street (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended, including $1,009,257.27 in accounts payable (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting CANCELLED

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 6, 2022, has been cancelled.

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will consider the Annual Appropriations Ordinance for the fiscal year starting April 1, 2022. The meeting also includes discussions on a conditional use request for retail at 21460 SW Frontage Road and a site plan amendment for Hammel Creek Commons.

• Annual Appropriations Ordinance for FY 2022-2023
• Conditional Use for general retail/services at 21460 SW Frontage Road
• Site Plan Amendment for outdoor seating expansion at Hammel Creek Commons
• Engineering services for Well #9 Maintenance and Rehabilitation up to $18,400.00
• Real Estate Contract for the purchase of 308 E. Jefferson Street

The Shorewood Village Board approved the annual appropriations ordinance for FY2023, which is 25% above the approved budget to cover unforeseen emergencies, with spending limited to budget figures unless Board approval is given. The board also approved a conditional use permit for retail in a warehouse, a site plan amendment for expanded outdoor seating at Hammel Creek Commons, engineering services for Well #9, and the purchase of 308 E. Jefferson Street. All votes were unanimous except the property purchase, which passed 4-1.

• Approved FY2023 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for retail at 21460 SW Frontage Road (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor seating expansion at Hammel Creek Commons (unanimous)
• Approved $18,400 engineering contract for Well #9 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 308 E. Jefferson Street (4-1, Brockman opposed)
• Approved consent agenda including $1.9M in payments (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for SliBuy in the ORI Zoning District. Additionally, the Commission will consider a site plan amendment for outdoor seating at Hammel Creek Commons.

• Public Hearing: Petition 22-448 for general retail and services (SliBuy) in the ORI Zoning District
• Petition 22-447: Site plan amendment for outdoor seating at Hammel Creek Commons
• Staff updates on Development and Comprehensive Plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a conditional use permit for SliBuy Auction Corp at 21460 SW Frontage Rd, allowing general retail and services in the ORI district. They also unanimously recommended approval of a site plan amendment for outdoor seating at Hammel Creek Commons for Will County Brewing and Mauve Nosh and Libations. Both recommendations go to the Village Board for final action.

• Recommended conditional use approval for SliBuy Auction Corp (unanimous)
• Recommended site plan amendment for outdoor seating at Hammel Creek Commons (unanimous)

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to receive village updates and discuss concerns or ideas communicated by residents. The agenda includes a review of the Attorney Generals online Open Meeting Act Course.

• Attorney Generals online Open Meeting Act Course

The Citizens' Advisory Committee approved a business license for Home Sweet Home, an event venue in Apple Tree Plaza, and approved Shorewood Fitness's move to 333 Vertin Rd. The committee also received updates on village projects, including a $200,000 grant for decorative lighting on River Rd and the start of construction for Diana Park and Kids Corner Park. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved Home Sweet Home event venue license in Apple Tree Plaza
• Approved Shorewood Fitness relocation to 333 Vertin Rd
• Appointed Sean Audy as Alternate Voting Member for Section 4
• Noted Chief Arnold's acceptance of ILACP Executive Board position (2-year term)

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will review several ordinances, including conditional use requests for fitness and amusement establishments. The meeting also includes the approval of various payments for construction, security cameras, and water well rehabilitation.

• $689,589.55 payment to Pacific Construction Services, LLC for public works facility work
• Conditional Use for Shorewood Fitness at 333-339 Vertin Blvd.
• Conditional Use for Home Suite Home Event Venue at 707 W. Jefferson St. D
• $46,259.00 contract to Grundfos CBS Inc. for Seil Road Lift Station Pump #3 replacement
• $10,350.00 deposit with Pyrotecnico Fireworks, Inc. for Crossroads Festival

The Shorewood Village Board approved a $46,259 emergency contract with Grundfos CBS Inc. to replace pump #3 at the Seil Road lift station, waiving the bid process due to the emergency. The board also approved conditional use permits for Shorewood Fitness expansion and Home Suite Home Event Venue, a subdivision sign for the Hunt Club, and a lease agreement with D. Construction, Inc. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $46,259 emergency pump replacement contract with Grundfos CBS Inc., waiving bid process (5-1, Chapman no)
• Approved conditional use for Shorewood Fitness expansion at 333-339 Vertin Blvd. (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for Home Suite Home Event Venue at 707 W. Jefferson St. (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending subdivision entry and identification signage code (6-0)
• Approved subdivision sign for Hunt Club along Cambridge Lane (5-0-1, Brockman passed)
• Approved lease agreement with D. Construction, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $696,352.49 in accounts payable and payments for Public Works Facility and Well #8 (6-0)
• Appointed Sean Audy as alternate member to Citizen's Advisory Committee (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Commission will consider several public hearings regarding conditional use requests and a zoning ordinance text amendment. Additional petitions involve signage for Hunt Club and outdoor seating at Hammel Creek Commons.

• Conditional use for Shorewood Fitness (health and fitness > 7,500 sq ft)
• Conditional use for Home Suite Home Event Venue (amusement facility)
• Text amendment regarding subdivision entry and identification signage
• Subdivision entry and identification sign for Hunt Club
• Site plan amendment for outdoor seating at Hammel Creek Commons

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a conditional use permit for Shorewood Fitness to expand into an adjacent space, creating a 10,000 sq ft gym. They also recommended approval of a conditional use for Home Sweet Home Venue, an event space, and a zoning text amendment for subdivision signs. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended approval of conditional use for Shorewood Fitness expansion (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for Home Sweet Home Venue (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment for subdivision signs (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Hunt Club subdivision sign, subject to text amendment (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 2, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 20, 2022 (unanimous)

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board is reviewing the annual appropriations ordinance for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2022. The board is also considering several infrastructure and park reconstruction contracts. A consent agenda includes various payments for police equipment, water meters, and street resurfacing.

• Annual Appropriations Ordinance for Fiscal Year April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023
• Pay request of $587,896.11 to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. for 2022 MFT Street Resurfacing Project
• Professional services with Tria Architecture for Diana and Kits Corner Parks Reconstruction ($33,150.00)
• Professional services with Tria Architecture for Ca-Crest Park Reconstruction (up to $27,850.00)
• Contract of $17,395.00 to P.T. Ferro Construction for paving gravel path along Route 52

The Shorewood Village Board approved a $33,150 contract with Tria Architecture for Phase 2 design and Phase 3 construction services for the Diana and Kits Corner Parks reconstruction project. They also approved a separate $27,850 contract with Tria for the Ca-Crest Park reconstruction, and a $17,395 contract with P.T. Ferro Construction to pave a gravel path along Route 52. The board discussed but took no action on the annual appropriations ordinance, which will be considered at the June meeting after a public hearing.

• Approved $33,150 contract with Tria Architecture for Diana and Kits Corner Parks reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved $27,850 contract with Tria Architecture for Ca-Crest Park reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved $17,395 contract with P.T. Ferro Construction for Route 52 path paving, waiving bid process (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $966,270.60 in accounts payable and $587,896.11 pay request to P.T. Ferro (6-0)
• Discussed but did not vote on annual appropriations ordinance for FY 2022-23; public hearing set for June

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will hold a meeting at Shorewood Village Hall to discuss village updates and resident concerns. The agenda includes an open discussion period and a review of attorney general training regarding the Open Meeting Act.

• Village Updates
• Discussion of resident concerns and ideas
• Attorney Generals on line Open Meeting Act Course

The committee discussed village updates, including the purchase and planning of River Crossing Park, road construction projects, and new businesses. The food truck ordinance was passed, outlining operating rules and parking restrictions, effective June 1, 2022. No other formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Passed food truck ordinance (effective June 1, 2022)
• Appointed Scott Selfridge as alternate voting member for section 4
• Approved contract with White & Company for River Crossing Park design
• Village requested IDOT to delay Route 52 bridge work until Black Road project completed

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole discussed a program to install banners on 30 poles in the Towne Center to honor military, police, and fire personnel. The board also received progress updates on the new Public Works facility and the Sustainable Water Source Project.

• Proposed banner program for 30 poles in the Towne Center
• Public Works facility reported as approximately 68% complete
• Update on soil borings for the Sustainable Water Source Project
• Status update on the Comprehensive Plan and designingshorewood.org survey

The Shorewood Village Board held a public hearing and approved an amendment to the annexation agreement for the Lake Forrest subdivision, allowing DaVinci Select Shake Aged Cedar roofing tiles in addition to wood shake roofs. The board also approved several other items, including a mobile food vending ordinance, appointments, and contracts for the new Public Works Facility.

• Approved amendment to annexation agreement allowing DaVinci roofing tiles (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #22-2040 amending mobile food vending rules (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Tom Amos, Mike Sayles, Brad Brooks, Cheri Susner to Planning & Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Scott Selfridge as Vice Chair of Planning & Zoning Commission (4-0, Selfridge abstained)
• Approved $18,000 security camera proposal from Heritage Technology Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved $170,400 low voltage/AV proposal from Brandenburg Electronic Systems, waived bid process (unanimous)
• Approved $37,480 engineering services for River Crossing Park (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22R-1060 with IDOT for traffic signal maintenance (unanimous)

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will consider several proposals related to the new Public Works Facility, including security cameras and low voltage technology. The meeting also includes discussions on mobile food vending ordinances and appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission.

• Amendment to Ordinance 03-1168 regarding an annexation agreement
• Approval of $865,421.27 to Pacific Construction Services, LLC for the new Public Works Facility
• Proposal from Heritage Technology Solutions for security cameras up to $18,000.00
• Proposal to Brandenburg Electronic Systems for low voltage technology up to $170,000.00
• Proposal for engineering services for River Crossing Park in the amount of $37,480.00

The Village Board held a public hearing and approved an amendment to the annexation agreement for the Lake Forrest subdivision, allowing DaVinci Select Shake Aged Cedar roofing tiles in addition to wood shake or tile. The change applies to the property at 24833 Wildberry Court and was supported by the HOA, though some residents opposed it. The board also approved several other items, including a mobile food vending ordinance and contracts for the new Public Works facility.

• Approved amendment to annexation agreement allowing DaVinci roofing tiles (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #22-2040 amending mobile food vending rules, Type B license end time changed to 9:00 p.m. (5-0)
• Re-appointed Tom Amos, Mike Sayles, Brad Brooks, Cheri Susner to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Trustee Selfridge as Vice Chair of Planning & Zoning Commission (4-0, Selfridge abstained)
• Approved $18,000 security camera proposal from Heritage Technology Solutions for Public Works facility (5-0)
• Approved $170,400 low voltage/AV proposal from Brandenburg Electronic Systems, waived bid process (5-0)
• Approved $37,480 engineering services from Ruettiger Tonelli & Associates for River Crossing Park (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22R-1060 with IDOT for traffic signal maintenance (5-0)

Joint Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting and Village Board Meeting

The Village Board and Planning & Zoning Commission are meeting to discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update. This is the only item of business listed on the agenda.

• Comprehensive Plan Update

Special Meeting Village Board, Planning & Zoning Commission

The Village Board and Planning & Zoning Commission are holding a special meeting. The sole item of business is an update to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Comprehensive Plan Update

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will review several proposals including engineering services for street lighting and park reconstructions. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding mobile food vending and a resolution for the Interstate 55 interchange project.

• Ordinance amending Title 3 of the Shorewood Village Code regarding Mobile Food Vending
• River Road Decorative LED Street Lighting Project design services up to $28,950.00
• Interstate 55 interchange reconstruction with Illinois 59 Diverging Diamond Interchange agreement
• Cene’s Four Seasons Park Baseball-Softball Infield Rehabilitation up to $45,000.00
• Ca-Crest and Diana Park and Kits Corner Park reconstruction services up to $77,000.00

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will hold a meeting at Shorewood Village Hall to discuss village updates and resident concerns. The agenda includes an open discussion and a review of the Attorney General’s Open Meeting Act course.

• Village Updates
• Discussion of resident concerns and ideas
• Attorney General’s on line Open Meeting Act Course

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will review several police department equipment acquisitions and a first-read ordinance regarding garbage and refuse. The board is also considering a conditional use permit for a Biggby Coffee drive-thru and the disposal of surplus property.

• Payment of $213,832.00 to JX Truck Center for a 2022 Peterbilt 348
• Purchase of a 2021 Ford Police Interceptor Utility for $37,682.24
• Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances regarding Garbage, Refuse, and Other Related Matters
• Ordinance amending a Conditional Use Permit for a drive-thru at 1015 Brook Forest Avenue (Biggby Coffee)
• Resolution accepting public improvements for Heartland D (21520-21530 SW Frontage Road)

The Village Board unanimously approved the FY 2022-2023 budget, the official zoning map (rezoning the Public Works site to ORI), a non-union pay plan, and several Seil Road improvement agreements including a $914,602 engineering contract. It also approved engineering studies for water projects and a $16,206 HVAC contract for the police department, waiving the bid process. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 budget (5-0)
• Approved official zoning map, rezoning Public Works site to ORI (5-0)
• Adopted non-union employee pay plan (5-0)
• Approved $914,602 engineering agreement with Christopher B. Burke for Seil Road Phase II (5-0)
• Approved $190,000 corrosion study with Cornwell Engineering (5-0)
• Approved $104,953 water main design with Christopher B. Burke (5-0)
• Approved $16,206 HVAC replacement at police department, waived bid (5-0)
• Approved Woodland Way resubdivision and plat of vacation (5-0)

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will review the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget and a non-union employee pay plan. The meeting includes several resolutions and agreements regarding the Seil Road Improvement Project and various engineering services. The board will also consider an updated official zoning map.

• Payment of $965,405.24 to Pacific Construction Services for the new public works facility
• Resolution adopting the Village of Shorewood Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
• Engineering services for Seil Road Improvement Project
• Proposal for ASWP Corrosion Impacts Evaluation Study with Cornwell Engineering Group not to exceed $190,000.00
• Contract with Gene May for Police Department HVAC RTU replacement for $16,206.00

The Shorewood Village Board unanimously approved the FY 2022-2023 budget, the official zoning map, a non-union pay plan, and several Seil Road improvement agreements, including a $914,602 engineering contract. It also approved engineering contracts for water projects and an HVAC replacement at the police department. All votes were 5-0.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 budget (5-0)
• Approved Official Zoning Map, rezoning Public Works site to ORI (5-0)
• Adopted non-union employee pay plan (5-0)
• Approved $914,602 engineering agreement with Christopher B. Burke for Seil Road (5-0)
• Approved $480,000 state funding appropriation for Seil Road Phase II engineering (5-0)
• Approved $190,000 corrosion study with Cornwell Engineering (5-0)
• Approved $104,953 water main replacement design with Burke Engineering (5-0)
• Approved $16,206 HVAC replacement at police department, waived bid (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a petition by Millridge IV LLC to resubdivide and consolidate lots in Lake Forrest Estates. The agenda also includes a review of the 2022 Official Zoning Map.

• Petition 21-438: Resubdivision of Lots 52 and 53 in Lake Forrest Estates to vacate shared lot line easements and consolidate lots
• 2022 Official Zoning Map Review

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to receive village updates and discuss concerns and ideas communicated by residents. The agenda consists of procedural items and open discussion.

The Citizens' Advisory Committee met on February 24, 2022, and received staff updates on new appointments, newly licensed businesses, and upcoming IDOT and street projects. The committee was informed that water rates will increase from $4.48 to $5.48 per 1,000 gallons starting April 1, 2022, and that the annual $50 tax credit will be replaced by funding for the Lake Michigan water project. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational
• Water rate increase to $5.48 per 1,000 gallons effective April 1, 2022 (announced)
• Annual $50 water bill tax credit to end, funds redirected to Lake Michigan water project (announced)
• IDOT projects scheduled: Black Road bridge overlay, Route 52/I-55 ramp changes, I-55 resurfacing (announced)

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will discuss a bid award for the 2022 MFT Resurfacing Project and a proposed ordinance to change water user rates. The board is also reviewing a resolution regarding the formation of a Regional Water Commission.

• Bid award and contract to P.T. Ferro Construction for 2022 MFT Resurfacing Project for $1,808,906.93
• Ordinance amending water user rates (First Read)
• Payment of $38,909.24 to Ron Tirapelli Ford for a 2022 Ford F250 Truck
• Payment of $19,099.78 to Compass Minerals for Road Salt
• Resolution regarding the formation of a Regional Water Commission

The Village Board approved a $1,808,906.93 bid award and contract to P.T. Ferro Construction for the 2022 MFT resurfacing project, exceeding the budgeted $1.6 million. The board also approved a $750,000 MFT funding resolution, adopted the countywide All-Hazards Mitigation Plan, amended a regional water commission resolution to replace the administrator with a trustee, and raised water rates by $1 per 1,000 gallons effective April 1. Trustee Diane Lambert announced her resignation.

• Approved $1,808,906.93 bid award to P.T. Ferro Construction for 2022 MFT resurfacing (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22R-1052 authorizing $750,000 in MFT funds for the resurfacing project (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22R-1050, Countywide All-Hazards Mitigation Plan 2020 Addition (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22R-1051 amending regional water commission resolution, replacing Aaron Klima with Trustee Kirkland (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 22-2035 increasing water rates by $1 per 1,000 gallons, effective April 1 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $531,532 in payables and $19,099.78 for road salt (6-0)

Special Village Board Meeting

The Village of Shorewood President and Board of Trustees will conduct a special meeting to discuss specific agenda items. The primary item for discussion is a presentation of the 2022-2023 Budget.

• Presentation of the 2022-2023 Budget

The Shorewood Village Board held a special meeting to hear a presentation on the proposed 2022-2023 budget. No formal action was taken on the budget; it will be presented for a first read at the first regular board meeting in March. The meeting was adjourned after the presentation.

• Heard presentation of the 2022-2023 budget, including General Fund, Water Sewer Fund, and other funds.
• No vote taken on the budget; scheduled for first read at the first regular board meeting in March.
• Adjourned the special meeting at 7:17 p.m.

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board is reviewing several equipment purchases for public works and police departments. The board is also considering a first reading of a contract with Waste Management - Southwest and a resolution regarding temporary sign regulations.

• Purchase of a John Deere 5100E Utility Tractor for $81,123.81
• Purchase of Sensus Water Meters and accessories for $51,525.00
• Proposal for office furniture at the new Public Works Facility not to exceed $80,000.00
• First reading of a contract between the Village of Shorewood and Waste Management - Southwest
• Resolution to repeal the moratorium on the enforcement of Temporary Sign Regulations

The Shorewood Village Board approved a contract with Waste Management Southwest for waste services, along with purchases of water meters, a wheel balancer, a utility tractor, a boom-mower, and office furniture. The board also repealed a moratorium on temporary sign enforcement, granted an easement to Nicor, and authorized a boundary agreement with Channahon. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with two trustees absent.

• Approved Waste Management Southwest contract (4-0)
• Approved $51,525.00 purchase of Sensus water meters from Core and Main (4-0)
• Approved $17,900.76 purchase of wheel balancer from Automotive Equipment Specialists (4-0)
• Approved $81,123.81 purchase of John Deere 5100E tractor from Shorewood Home & Auto (4-0)
• Approved $26,382.30 purchase of boom-mower from Bonnell Industries (4-0)
• Approved $80,000.00 proposal for office furniture from Warehouse Direct Office Interiors (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22R-1047 repealing temporary sign moratorium (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22R-1048 granting easement to Nicor at 2600 W. Mound Road (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting CANCELLED

The February 2, 2022, meeting was cancelled due to inclement weather. No items were decided or discussed.

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee met to begin the development of a new Comprehensive Plan for Shorewood. Representatives from Teska & Associates presented the process, focusing on public engagement and the village's marketing identity.

• Presentation by Teska & Associates on the Comprehensive Plan update process
• Discussion on public perception and marketing identity of Shorewood
• Distribution of website links for resident contributions to the plan

The Citizens' Advisory Committee held a special meeting focused on a discussion about community participation in the Comprehensive Plan, facilitated by Teska & Associates. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational in nature.

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will review payments for public works projects and police equipment. Members are discussing a preliminary agreement to form a Regional Water Commission and updates to the Citizens’ Advisory Committee.

• Payment of $707,572.33 to Pacific Construction for the new Public Works Facility
• Payment of $192,228.98 to P.T. Ferro Construction Company for Black Road at Shorewood Drive Signalization
• Purchase of seven GETAC computer tablet systems for police cars for $32,711.00
• Purchase of a police department storage garage for $15,339.20
• Professional engineering services with Christopher Burke Engineering for $122,200.00 for Basin 5 Sewer Rehabilitation

The Shorewood Village Board approved a preliminary agreement to form a regional water commission, a first step toward bringing Lake Michigan water to the village. The board also approved several purchases, including police tablets and a storage garage, and passed ordinances on alcohol sales and advisory committee changes. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved preliminary agreement for regional water commission (6-0)
• Approved $32,711 for seven GETAC tablets for police squad cars (6-0)
• Approved $15,339.20 for police storage garage from Everlast (6-0)
• Approved $122,200 engineering contract for Basin 5 sewer rehab (6-0)
• Approved ordinance allowing offsite alcohol sales (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Citizens' Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Citizens' Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $541,496.07 in payables (6-0)

Fire & Police Commission Meeting

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to elect a Chairman and Secretary. The commission will discuss entry-level testing and department personnel activity. A closed session is scheduled to address personnel, discipline, and the hiring process.

• Election of Chairman and Secretary
• Status of entry-level testing
• Update on department personnel activity
• Certification of Final Eligibility List

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the minutes from the December 6, 2021 meeting, elected Pat Kerr as Chairman and Mike O'Connell as Secretary, and certified the final eligibility list for new hire candidates after a closed session. The board also tentatively approved filling a previously approved vacancy from the new list, pending approval by the Village board and village manager. No public comment or guests were present.

• Approved minutes from December 6, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Pat Kerr as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Mike O'Connell as Secretary (unanimous)
• Moved to closed executive session for personnel matters (unanimous)
• Certified final eligibility list for new hire candidates (unanimous)
• Tentatively approved filling vacancy from new list, pending Village board and manager approval (unanimous)

Village Board Meeting

The Village Board will swear in Phillip Arnold as Chief of Police and consider ordinances regarding fences, accessory structures, and alcohol sales. The board is also reviewing contracts for landscaping and road salt.

• Swearing in of Phillip Arnold as Chief of Police
• Ordinance amending Village Code regarding Definitions, Accessory Structures, & Fences
• Contract for K&D Landscaping not to exceed $105,000.00
• Purchase order for Compass Minerals, Inc. for road salt not to exceed $60,000.00
• Ordinance regarding Sales for Offsite Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages

The Shorewood Village Board approved a zoning ordinance amending definitions for accessory structures and fences, accepted public improvements for Towne Center I Phase 4 and released the improvement bond, approved a $60,000 purchase order for road salt, awarded a landscaping contract up to $105,000 to K&D Landscaping, and approved a resolution for a one-time $50 utility bill credit as the final property tax rebate. The board also discussed but did not vote on an ordinance to allow offsite alcohol sales, deferring it for more information. Police Chief Phillip Arnold was sworn in.

• Approved zoning ordinance amending Chapters 2 & 3, Title 10 (definitions, accessory structures, fences) (4-0)
• Approved resolution accepting Towne Center I Phase 4 improvements and releasing improvement bond (4-0)
• Approved $60,000 purchase order to Compass Minerals for bulk road salt (4-0)
• Awarded landscaping contract to K&D Landscaping up to $105,000 (4-0)
• Approved resolution for property tax rebate program (one-time $50 utility credit) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended, including $360,881.09 accounts payable (4-0)
• Swore in Phillip Arnold as Police Chief
• Deferred offsite alcohol sales ordinance for more information

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Village of Shorewood is holding a special Committee of the Whole meeting. The primary agenda item is a water presentation by Noriega.

• Water presentation by Noriega

The Committee of the Whole received an overview of the water project, including a proposal to relocate the receiving station from the ComEd right-of-way on Black Road to the new Public Works site on Mound Road, which would cost $5.5 million less. The item is scheduled for a vote on January 25, 2022. No formal decisions were made at this meeting; it was informational only.

• Received water project overview; no vote taken
• Scheduled water project vote for January 25, 2022
• Proposed moving receiving station to Public Works site (not yet approved)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a requested text amendment to the Shorewood Village Code. The body will also receive staff updates on the Comprehensive Plan and development.

• Public hearing for Petition 21-437: text amendment to Title 10, Chapters 2 and 3 regarding definitions, accessory structures, and fences

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of Petition 21-437, a text amendment to the Shorewood Crossroads Zoning Ordinance regarding definitions, accessory structures, and fences, with a revision suggested by Commissioner Brooks. The commission also approved the December 1, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a staff presentation on the Comprehensive Plan information base and development updates.

• Approved minutes of December 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Petition 21-437 for text amendment to Shorewood Crossroads Zoning Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted findings of fact from staff memo dated December 30, 2021 (unanimous)