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Shorewood public meetings in 2023

38 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Nov 28, 2023

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Village Board discusses YMCA and streetlight poles

The Committee of the Whole will discuss matters regarding the YMCA and streetlight poles. No other business or votes are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

Shorewood discusses water and sewer rate study

The Special Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the results or details of a Water/Sewer Rate Study. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

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Wed Nov 1, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

Commission considers zoning changes for solar/wind facilities

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and hold public hearings on several petitions to amend the Zoning Ordinance, including commercial solar and wind energy facilities, short-term rentals, and commercial kitchens.

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🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Commissioner Kijowski, seconded by Commissioner Kaminski to approve the minutes dated October 4, 2023. Upon roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously
7 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sayles yea · Sorensen yea
A Motion was made by Commissioner Kijowski, seconded by Commissioner Brooks to close the discussion. The motion was approved unanimously by roll call vote
7 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sayles yea · Sorensen yea
A Motion was made by Commissioner Kijowski, seconded by Commissioner Sorensen as follows: Page 3 of 5 I move that we (1) adopt the findings of fact included in the staff memo dated October 4, 2023 as…
6 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea
A Motion was made by Commissioner Kaminsky, seconded by Commissioner Brooks to close the public hearing. The motion was approved unanimously by roll call vote
7 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sayles yea · Sorensen yea
A Motion was made by Commissioner Brooks, seconded by Commissioner Kijowski as follows: I move that we (1) adopt the findings of fact included in the staff memo dated November 1, 2023 as the findings…
7 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sayles yea · Sorensen yea
A Motion was made by Commissioner Brooks, seconded by Commissioner Kijowski to close the public hearing. The motion was approved unanimously by roll call vote
7 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sayles yea · Sorensen yea
A Motion was made by Commissioner Gould, seconded by Commissioner Kaminsky as follows: I move that we (1) adopt the findings of fact included in the staff memo dated November 1, 2023 as the findings…
7 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sayles yea · Sorensen yea
A motion was made by Commissioner Brooks to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded by Commissioner Sorensen. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote:
7 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sayles yea · Sorensen yea
Fri Oct 27, 2023

Fire & Police Commission Meeting

Shorewood Police Commission to review rules and approve bills

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the August 31, 2023, meeting minutes and department invoices. The commission also plans to review a revised Rules and Regulations Booklet.

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Thu Oct 26, 2023

Police Pension Board Meeting

Shorewood Police Pension Board to review memberships and COLA approvals

The Board will consider approving membership for two officers and reviewing cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) for existing members. The meeting also includes updates on trustee training and the Municipal Compliance Report.

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Wed Oct 4, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

Shorewood considers zoning amendments for short-term rentals and energy facilities

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. The first involves rules for short-term rentals, while the second addresses commercial solar and wind energy facilities.

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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Commissioner Kijowski, seconded by Commissioner Kaminski to approve the minutes dated September 6, 2023. Upon roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously
6 yea
Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea
motion to adopt or deny the ordinance. D irector Engel made the recommendation to the plan commission board to come back with the information they requested and “options” for the plan commission to…
6 yea
Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea
A Motion was made by Commissioner Goodale, seconded by Commissioner Gould to close the public hearing. T he motion was approved unanimously by roll call vote
6 yea
Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea
A motion was made by Commissioner Kijowski to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded by Commissioner Goodale. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote:
6 yea
Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea
Thu Sep 28, 2023

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting CANCELLED

Shorewood Citizens’ Advisory Committee meeting cancelled for September 28, 2023

The Citizens’ Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 28, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided during this session.

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Wed Sep 6, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

Commission to hold public hearing on zoning variances for Channahon Street office building

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and vote on a petition for zoning changes and site plan amendments at 220 Channahon Street.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval of parking lot expansion at 220 Channahon Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of variances to allow a five-space parking lot expansion at 220 Channahon Street. The decision allows the project to bypass specific front yard setback and landscaping requirements. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from August 2, 2023.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Commissioner Kijowski, seconded by Commissioner Kaminski to approve the minutes dated August 2, 2023. Upon roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously
5 yea
Brooks yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea
that the standards set forth in Section 10-12 2(B)(1) of the Village Code have been met and (2) recommend approval of variances to provide relief from Section 10-8-3: “ADDITIONAL PARKING REGULATIONS”…
5 yea
Brooks yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea
A motion was made by Commissioner Brooks to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded by Commissioner Kaminsky The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote:
5 yea
Brooks yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea
Thu Aug 31, 2023

Fire & Police Commission Meeting

Shorewood Police Commission to review police eligibility list

The Board of Commissioners will review the final eligibility list following oral interviews held on August 24, 2023. The commission also intends to establish a timeline for the 2023-4 Eligibility Process.

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✓ Decided: Shorewood Fire & Police Commission lowers police applicant age requirement

The Commission approved a new police testing schedule and updated the age requirements for applicants. A new eligibility list was also established following interviews for eight applicants.

Tue Aug 22, 2023

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Shorewood Committee of the Whole to discuss rentals, solar energy, and signage

The Village Board will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting to conduct discussions on three specific topics. These discussions include short-term rentals, solar energy facilities, and illuminated window signage.

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✓ Decided: Shorewood Board seeks to prohibit short-term rentals under 30 days

The Board reached a consensus to modify the Ordinance to prohibit short-term rentals of less than 30 days and to draft a restrictive Ordinance regarding solar energy facilities. No formal votes were taken on these items as they were referred back to staff and the PZC. The Board also decided to maintain the current Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Joliet regarding sewer billing.

Wed Aug 2, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

Site plan approval for outdoor dining at Park Place Plaza

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a petition for an outdoor dining area and BBQ smoker at Country Blaze BBQ. The meeting also includes staff development updates and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval of outdoor dining and smoker for Country Blaze BBQ

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the Village Board approve a site plan for Country Blaze BBQ at Park Place Plaza. The plan includes a front outdoor dining area with four tables and a 4ft x 8ft BBQ smoker in the back.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Commissioner Kaminsky, seconded by Commissioner Kijowski to approve the minutes dated July 5, 2023. Upon roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously
7 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sayles yea · Sorensen yea
Motion by Commissioner Sayles, seconded by Commissioner Kijowski as follows. I move that the Planning and Zoning Commission adopt the findings of fact included within the staff memo dated July 28…
7 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sayles yea · Sorensen yea
A motion was made by Commissioner Kaminsky to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded by Commissioner Kijowski. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote:
7 yea
Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sayles yea · Sorensen yea
Thu Jul 27, 2023

Police Pension Board Meeting

Shorewood Police Pension Board reviews service buybacks and vendor payments

The Board will review pension service buybacks for Anton Lakota and Eli Limacher. The meeting also includes discussions regarding retainer payments and contract extensions for professional services.

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✓ Decided: Police Pension Board approves quarterly retainer and contract extension

The Board approved a quarterly retainer payment to Reimer, Dobrovolny and Associates and extended a contract with Lauterbach and Amen. The Board also accepted the minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting.

Tue Jul 25, 2023

Committee of the Whole Meeting Cancelled

Shorewood Committee of the Whole meeting cancelled

The Village Board's Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 25, 2023, has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

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Tue Jul 11, 2023

Special Committee of the Whole Meeting

Shorewood Special Committee to discuss Parks and Recreation

The Village Board will hold a Special Committee of the Whole meeting to conduct a discussion regarding Parks and Recreation. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Village Board reviews YMCA proposal for new community center

The Board received a presentation from the YMCA regarding a proposed community center and wellness facility. No decisions were made during the meeting; the matter will be brought back to the Board in September.

Wed Jul 5, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

Commission to consider site plan for Hamptons of Shorewood Phase 1

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a petition for final PUD and site plan approvals for the first phase of the Hamptons of Shorewood mixed-use development. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and staff development updates.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval of Hamptons of Shorewood Phase 1 site plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended that the Village Board approve the Final PUD Plat and Site Plan for Phase 1 of the Hamptons of Shorewood. Approval is conditional upon the submission of a final landscape plan and a photometric plan meeting Village ordinance.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Commissioner Sayles, seconded by Commissioner Kaminsky to approve the minutes dated June 7, 2023. Upon roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously
5 yea
Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea · Sayles yea
Motion by Commissioner Kijowski, seconded by Commissioner Sorensen as follows. I move that we enter findings of fact that the standards set forth in Sections 10-11-7 of the Village Code have been met…
5 yea
Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea · Sayles yea
A motion was made by Commissioner Kaminsky to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded by Commissioner Kijowski. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote:
5 yea
Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea · Sayles yea
Tue Jun 27, 2023

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Shorewood Committee of the Whole to receive economic development update

The Village Board will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting on June 27, 2023. The agenda includes an economic development update from Engel and contains no specific items listed under old or new business.

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✓ Decided: Shorewood Village Board reviews economic development and infrastructure updates

The Committee of the Whole discussed industrial and residential development, including a proposed solar farm and the Seil Road bridge. No formal votes were taken on policy or funding; the meeting focused on staff reports and updates.

Wed Jun 7, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

Public hearings for new outdoor patios at Bedrocks and Mad Hatchet Brewery

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding site plan approval requests for two businesses. The commission will also review the minutes from the May 3, 2023, meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval of two business petitions

The Commission unanimously recommended that the Village Board approve Petition #23-458 and Petition #23-457. Petition #23-457 specifically concerns the addition of outdoor seating for Mad Hatchett.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Commissioner Goodale, seconded by Commissioner Brooks to approve the minutes dated May 3, 2023. Upon roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously
6 yea
Brooks yea · Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Ruchala yea · Sorensen yea
Motion by Commissioner Brooks, seconded by Commissioner Goodale as follows. Page 2 of 3 I move that the Planning and Zoning Commission adopt the findings of fact included within the staff memo dated…
6 yea
Brooks yea · Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Ruchala yea · Sorenson yea
Motion by Commissioner Goodale, seconded by Commissioner Brooks as follows. I move that the Planning and Zoning Commission adopt the findings of fact included within the staff memo dated June 7, 2023…
6 yea
Brooks yea · Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Ruchala yea · Sorenson yea
A motion was made by Commissioner Gould to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded by Commissioner Kaminsky. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote:
6 yea
Brooks yea · Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Ruchala yea · Sorenson yea
Thu May 25, 2023

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

Shorewood Citizens’ Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 25, 2023

The committee will review previous discussions and address community concerns communicated to members. The agenda also includes updates from the Village and discussion regarding Attorney General online training.

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✓ Decided: IDOT approves traffic signal at Wynstone Dr. and Rte. 52

The committee received updates on economic development, public works projects, and upcoming village events. No formal votes were taken on policy or ordinances, though IDOT approval for a new traffic signal was reported.

Wed May 3, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

Public hearings for lot consolidation and parking improvements

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two petitions. The items include a request to consolidate lots in Stansberry Farms Subdivision and a site plan approval for parking lot improvements at Shorewood Plaza.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Commission recommends lot consolidation and parking lot reconfiguration to Village Board

The Commission unanimously recommended approval of two petitions to the Village Board: a lot consolidation in Westminster Gardens (Petition #23-455) and a parking lot reconfiguration at Shorewood Plaza (Petition #23-456). Both motions passed 5-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Commissioner Kijowski, seconded by Commissioner Kaminsky to approve the minutes dated March 22, 2023. Upon roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously
5 yea
Brooks yea · Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea
Motion by Commissioner Goodale, seconded by Commissioner Gould as follows. I move that we enter findings of fact that the standards set forth in the Zoning Ordinance and the Subdivision and…
5 yea
Brooks yea · Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea
Motion by Commissioner Goodale, seconded by Commissioner Brooks as follows. I move that the Planning and Zoning Commission adopt the findings of fact included within the staff memo dated April 29…
5 yea
Brooks yea · Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea
A motion was made by Commissioner Kaminsky to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded by Commissioner Kijowski. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote:
5 yea
Brooks yea · Goodale yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea
Thu Apr 27, 2023

Police Pension Board Meeting

Shorewood Police Pension Board discusses service buybacks and board elections

The Police Pension Board will review pension portability for Officer Smicker and potential service buyback approvals for Eli Limacher, Anthony Columbus, and Anton Lakota. The board also plans to address Resolution 2023-1 regarding fund authorized agents and upcoming board elections.

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✓ Decided: Police Pension Board approves service buyback and authorized agents

The Board approved a service buyback for Eli Limacher and passed a resolution appointing fund authorized agents. Officer Smicker's portability was also approved. Discussions were held regarding board elections and additional buyback calculations.

Thu Apr 27, 2023

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

Shorewood Citizens’ Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for April 27, 2023

The committee will meet to discuss village updates and community concerns communicated to members. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Attorney General Open Meeting Act training.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends new members and requests garage sale date change

The committee reached a consensus to request that the board move the annual garage sale to a later date in May. Recommendations were made to fill four vacant voting and alternate member positions. Staff provided updates on business openings, road construction, and water infrastructure.

Tue Apr 25, 2023

Committee of the Whole Meeting Cancelled

Shorewood Committee of the Whole meeting cancelled

The April 25, 2023 Committee of the Whole meeting for the Village of Shorewood has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

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Tue Apr 11, 2023

Village Board Meeting

Shorewood Village Board considers annexation and park reconstruction contracts

The Village Board will review several ordinances, including an annexation agreement with the Troy Fire Protection District and updates to the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes the consideration of a contract award for the Ca-Crest Park Reconstruction Project.

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✓ Decided: Shorewood Village Board approves updated Comprehensive and Park Master Plans

The Village Board adopted updated comprehensive and park master plans and approved an annexation agreement for a property on Jones Road. The Board also awarded a $194,800 contract for the reconstruction of Ca-Crest Park.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Trustee Selfridge. Roll Call:
5 yea
Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea
motion to Approve Ordinance No. 23-2065 Annexation Agreement between the Village of Shorewood and the Troy Fire Protection District with Respect to the Property Located in Unincorporated Kendall…
5 yea
Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea
Ordinance No. 23-2066 Adopting an Update and Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and Map and Park & Recreation Master Plan for the Village of Shorewood, Will County, Illinois and Waive the Second…
5 yea
Kirkland yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea
motion to Approve Ordinance No, 23-2067 Publishing the Official Zoning Map of the Village of Shorewood, Will County, Illinois and Waive the Second Read. Seconded by Trustee Selfridge. Roll Call:
5 yea
Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea
[context] Roll Call:
10 yea
Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Selfridge yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea
Thu Mar 23, 2023

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

Shorewood Citizens’ Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for March 23, 2023

The committee will meet to receive village updates and discuss community concerns communicated to members. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Attorney General's Open Meeting Act course.

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✓ Decided: Water rates to increase to $6.38 per 1,000 gallons on May 1

The committee received updates on infrastructure projects and a presentation regarding a proposed fire station at 748 Jones Road. No formal votes were taken on ordinances or contracts during the meeting.

Wed Mar 22, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

Shorewood Planning & Zoning Commission reviews comprehensive plans and fire station petition

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update and a conditional use request for a fire station. The meeting also includes a review of the 2023 Official Zoning Map.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends approval of updated Comprehensive Plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a new Comprehensive Plan and Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The commission also recommended a conditional use permit and variances for a new Troy Fire Department station and training facility. Additionally, the 2023 Official Zoning Map was approved.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Commissioner Susner, seconded by Commissioner Kijowski to close the public hearing. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote
6 yea
Amos yea · Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Susner yea
Motion by Commissioner Kijowski, seconded by Commissioner Brooks as follows. I move that we (1) adopt the findings of fact included in the staff memo dated March 22, 2023 as the findings of the…
6 yea
Amos yea · Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Susner yea
Motion by Commissioner Kaminsky, seconded by Commissioner Kijowski to close the public hearing. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote
6 yea
Amos yea · Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Susner yea
Motion by Commissioner Susner, seconded by Commissioner Kijowski as follows. I move that we (1) enter findings of fact that the standards set forth in Sections 10-12- 4B of the Village Code have been…
6 yea
Amos yea · Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Susner yea
Motion by Commissioner Kijowski, seconded by Commissioner Brooks to approve the 2023 Official Zoning Map. Upon roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously
5 yea
Amos yea · Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea
A motion was made by Commissioner Kijowski to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded by Commissioner Amos. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote:
5 yea
Amos yea · Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea
Wed Mar 22, 2023

Village Board Special Meeting

Village Board to review updated Comprehensive Plan

The Village Board will meet to discuss a presentation regarding the updated Comprehensive Plan. This is the single item listed for discussion under the order of business.

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✓ Decided: Shorewood holds public hearing on 2023 Comprehensive Plan and Parks Master Plan

The Village Board and Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing to review the 2023 Comprehensive Plan Update and Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The Planning and Zoning Commission moved the approval of both plans to the April 11, 2023 Board meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to close the Public Hearing at 7:59 P.M. Seconded by Commissioner Kijowski. Roll Call:
6 yea
Amos yea · Brooks yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Susner yea
motion to Adjourn the Village Board portion of the meeting at 8:25 P.M. Seconded by Trustee Carroll. Roll Call:
4 yea
Carroll yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea
Tue Mar 14, 2023

Village Board Meeting

Village Board considers road resurfacing, water rates, and the 2023-2024 budget

The Village Board will consider several items including a $3.1 million bid award for road resurfacing and the adoption of the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding an annexation agreement with the Troy Fire Protection District.

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✓ Decided: Village Board approves $3.1M road resurfacing project and FY 2023-2024 budget

The Board approved a $3.1M contract for road resurfacing and adopted the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget. It also increased water and sewer user rates and authorized over $115,000 for digital broadcast equipment upgrades.

🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to Close the Public Hearing between the Village of Shorewood and the Troy Fire Protection District with respect to the property located in unincorporated Kendall County with a mailing address…
6 yea
Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Lucian yea · Selfridge yea
motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Trustee Carroll. Roll Call:
6 yea
Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea
motion to Approve Resolution No 23R-1084 Approving a Highway Authority Page 2 — Regular Meeting Minutes March 14, 2023 APPROVED FOR AIS March 14, 2023 Agreement and a Supplemental Agreement (B.P…
6 yea
Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea
motion to Approve Ordinance No. 23-2064 Prohibiting the Use of Certain Property of Groundwater as Potable Water Supply by the Installation or Use of Potable Water Supply Wells or Other Methods and…
6 yea
Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea
motion to Approve a Bid Award to P.T. Ferro Construction for the 2023 MFT Resurfacing Project in the Amount of $3,113.975.08 and Authorize Execution of the Contract Consistent Page 3 — Regular…
6 yea
Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea
to Authorize the Appropriation of Funds for the Improvement Under the Illinois Highway Code (2023 MFT Resurfacing Project). Seconded by Trustee Carroll. Roll Call:
6 yea
Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea
to authorize the appropriation of RBI funds for the 2023 MFT Resurfacing Project. Seconded by Trustee Kirkland. Roll Call:
6 yea
Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea
[context] Roll Call:
9 yea
Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Kirkland yea · Brockman yea · Chapman yea
motion to Adjourn the Regular Meeting at 8:14 p.m. Seconded by Trustee Selfridge. Roll Call:
6 yea
Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea
Wed Mar 1, 2023

Cancelled Special Meeting

Special meeting to present updated Comprehensive Plan

This special meeting of the Shorewood Village Board is called to present the updated Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes only this presentation, public comment, and adjournment.

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Tue Feb 28, 2023

Village Board Meeting

Village Board to vote on $578,018 watermain replacement contract

The Shorewood Village Board will consider several items including a collective bargaining agreement with Local 150, a new fuel pump policy, and a $13,700 purchase for a people mover. The main action is a bid award and contract for the Amendodge Watermain Replacement Project totaling $578,018, plus $104,481 for engineering services. The board will also discuss a non-union employee pay plan and a resolution for an easement transfer.

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🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the Consent Agenda, Seconded by Trustee Carroll. Roll Call:
5 yea
Carroll yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea
motion to go into Executive Session for discussion of Collective Negotiation Matters between the Village and its Employees at 7:04 P.M. Seconded by Trustee Luciano. Roll Call
5 yea
Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea
Ordinance No. 23-2061 Adopting a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150, Public Employees Division and the Village of Shorewood and Waive…
5 yea
Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea
motion to Approve an Updated Fuel Pump Policy. Seconded by Trustee Selfridge. Roll Call
5 yea
Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea
[context] Roll Call
10 yea
Carroll yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea
[context] Roll Call:
5 yea
Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Kirkland yea
motion to Approve Resolution No. 23R-1082 Adopting a Non-Union Employee Pay Plan. Seconded by Trustee Luciano. Roll Call:
5 yea
Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea
motion to Approve Resolution No. 23R-1083 Agreement for the Transfer and Assignment of a certain Easement/Right of Way and Sewer Line Pursuant to_an_Intergovernmental Agreement. Seconded by Trustee…
5 yea
Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea
motion to go into Executive Session for Discussion of Personnel; to consider the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees at 7:31 P.M…
5 yea
Carroll yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea
motion to Adjourn the Regular Meeting at 7:55 p.m. Seconded by Trustee Luciano. Roll Call:
5 yea
Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Kirkland yea
Tue Feb 28, 2023

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Sewer projects and pedestrian bridge over DuPage River discussed

The Committee of the Whole will discuss long-term sewer projects and an IDOT proposal for a pedestrian bridge over the DuPage River parallel to Route 52. No decisions are being made; these are discussion items only.

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✓ Decided: Village reaches consensus to sponsor pedestrian bridge over DuPage River

The Committee of the Whole discussed a proposal from IDOT to build a separate pedestrian bridge over the DuPage River parallel to Route 52. The Village would own and maintain the bridge in exchange for avoiding a two-to-four-year project delay. The board reached a consensus to become a sponsor of the bridge.

Thu Feb 23, 2023

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

Shorewood Advisory Committee meets for procedural updates and resident concerns

The Citizens' Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting with call to order, pledge, roll call, and village updates. The agenda includes discussion of community concerns received from residents and old business regarding an Attorney General's Open Meeting Act course. No new business or specific decisions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee discussed village updates; no formal votes taken due to lack of quorum

The committee operated as a discussion only because a quorum was not established. Members received updates on road construction, the Lake Michigan water project, and the marketing of the former Public Works Building. The Village Board separately passed an ordinance to standardize the name of Brook Forest Avenue.

Wed Feb 15, 2023

Village Board Special Meeting

Village Board to receive 2023-2024 budget presentation

The Shorewood Village Board is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation of the 2023-2024 budget. The meeting includes a public comment period. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

✓ Decided: Village Board reviews draft 2023-2024 budget

The Village Board received a presentation of the draft 2023-2024 budget. The presentation included a report of a $3 million surplus in the current budget and proposals for new staffing. No formal votes were taken on the budget proposal.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to Adjourn the Special Meeting of the Shorewood Village Board at 7:48 P.M. Seconded by Trustee Kirkland. Roll Call:
5 yea
Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea
Tue Feb 14, 2023

Village Board Meeting

Village Board to consider water commission agreement and approve $892K in bills

The Shorewood Village Board will consider several items including a resolution to form a Regional Water Commission, approve payments totaling over $1.6 million for various projects, and discuss ordinances to rename a portion of Illinois Route 59 and change street names at Earl Road and Jefferson Street. The board will also consider a contract for street light repainting and a purchase for park reconstruction equipment.

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✓ Decided: Village Board approves real estate agreement and park equipment purchase

The Village Board approved an exclusive brokerage agreement to sell properties at 906 and 908 Cottage Street and authorized $118,731 for Ca-Crest Park reconstruction equipment. The Board also released a $383,765.16 improvement bond for the Heartland Corporate Center.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Trustee Kirkland. Roll Call:
5 yea
Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea
Wed Feb 1, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting

Shorewood Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss Comprehensive Plan draft

The Shorewood Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on Wednesday, February 1st, 2023 at 7:00 pm in the Board Room of Village Hall. The agenda includes approval of November 2nd, 2022 minutes, a staff update on the Comprehensive Plan draft, and commissioner feedback.

✓ Decided: Shorewood Planning & Zoning Commission approves November 2022 minutes

The commission approved the meeting minutes from November 2, 2022. Members reviewed a final draft of the comprehensive plan update and scheduled a public hearing for the plan on March 1, 2023.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Commissioner Kijowski, seconded by Commissioner Amos to approve the minutes dated November 2nd, 2022. Upon roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously
6 yea
Amos yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea · Goodale yea · Susner yea
A motion was made by Commissioner Goodale to adjourn the meeting, which was seconded by Commissioner Kaminsky. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote:
4 yea
Amos yea · Gould yea · Kaminsky yea · Kijowski yea
Thu Jan 26, 2023

Citizen's Advisory Committee Meeting

Procedural meeting with no major decisions or public hearings

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Shorewood Citizens' Advisory Committee. The agenda includes roll call, public comment, village updates, discussion of resident concerns, and a note on an Open Meeting Act training course. No ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are listed for discussion or decision.

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✓ Decided: Citizen's Advisory Committee discusses village updates and new business openings

The committee met without a quorum and proceeded as a discussion. No formal votes or decisions were made. Members received updates on infrastructure projects, new business licenses, and a new administrative adjudication ordinance for code violations.

Tue Jan 24, 2023

Committee of the Whole Meeting

Committee to discuss surveillance cameras at Four Seasons Park

The Shorewood Committee of the Whole will discuss installing surveillance cameras at Four Seasons Park and review Village logo options. Updates will be provided on the Route 52 corridor project, a new Public Works facility, and a sustainable water source project. No final decisions are expected at this discussion-only meeting.

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✓ Decided: Village decides against installing surveillance cameras at Four Seasons Park

The Committee reached a consensus to not move forward with surveillance cameras at Four Seasons Park due to costs and privacy concerns. The board also agreed to keep the current Village logo with some modifications. Staff provided updates on the Route 52 project and the new Public Works facility.

Tue Jan 24, 2023

Village Board Meeting

Shorewood board to vote on administrative adjudication ordinance, water system improvements

The Village Board will hold a public hearing on water system improvements and consider several ordinances, including one establishing a new administrative adjudication system for fines and costs. Other items include approving police pension board reappointments, a utility rate study contract, and payments for various projects.

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✓ Decided: Village Board approves new administrative adjudication system and utility rate study

The Board established a system of administrative adjudication and updated related fine ordinances. It also approved a contract for a utility rate study and a new agreement for village website services.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Trustee Carroll. Roll Call:
6 yea
Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea
[context] Roll Call:
6 yea
Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea
motion to Adjourn the Regular Meeting at 7:41 p.m. Seconded by Trustee Selfridge. Roll Call:
6 yea
Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea
Tue Jan 10, 2023

Village Board Meeting

Village Board to vote on $200K+ in contracts, park repairs, and police vehicle upgrades

The Shorewood Village Board will consider a consent agenda with payments totaling over $802,000, including $10,141 for a police vehicle upgrade, $70,671 for park repairs, and $56,200 for a play structure. The board will also hold a first reading of ordinances to establish fines for administrative adjudication and to accept jurisdictional transfers of Black, River, Seil, and Mound roads from Troy Township. Additionally, the board will consider a contract for village hall, police, and public works janitorial services, and a $10,710 contract for a valve exercising program.

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✓ Decided: Shorewood Village Board approves landscape, janitorial, and engineering contracts

The Board approved several service contracts, including landscape maintenance and janitorial services, and authorized engineering for sewer rehabilitation. They also accepted the jurisdictional transfer of four roadway sections from Troy Township. No action was taken on proposed ordinances regarding administrative adjudication.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Trustee Kirkland. Roll Call:
6 yea
Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea
motion to Approve the Replacement of the Dell Server Located at the Police Department from Current Technologies in the amount of $10,141.52. Seconded by Trustee Selfridge. Roll Call:
6 yea
Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea
motion to approve a Contract with K&D Landscaping for the Village’s Landscape Maintenance in the Amount not to Exceed $130,000.00 and Waive the Bid Process. Seconded by Trustee Selfridge. Roll Call:
6 yea
Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea
motion to approve a Proposal for Professional Engineering Services with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for Basin 6 Sewer and Rehabilitation Design and Construction Inspection not to Exceed…
6 yea
Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea
motion to approve a Contract to Eco Clean Maintenance, the Lowest Responsible Bidder, for Janitorial Services for Village Hall, Police Department and Public Works. Seconded by Trustee Selfridge. Roll…
6 yea
Selfridge yea · Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea
motion to approve Resolution Nos. 23R-1072, 23R-1073, 23R-1074 and 23R- 1075 Approving a Jurisdictional Transfer Agreement and Accepting the Jurisdictional Transfer of Certain Portions of Roadway…
6 yea
Brockman yea · Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea
motion to Adjourn the Regular Meeting at 7:50 p.m. Seconded by Trustee Selfridge. Roll Call:
6 yea
Carroll yea · Chapman yea · Kirkland yea · Luciano yea · Selfridge yea · Brockman yea