Village of Burlington public meetings in 2023
23 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
2025 Annual Financial Report
This is the Village of Burlington's annual financial report for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025, not a meeting agenda. It presents the audited financial statements, including a decrease in net position of $78,984 (2.5%) and a General Fund balance of $14,449. The report includes the independent auditor's opinion, management's discussion and analysis, and various fund statements.
- Net position decreased by $78,984 to $3,021,746
- General Fund balance decreased by $17,484 to $14,449
- Revenues totaled $682,968; expenses totaled $761,952
- Water enterprise fund reported a decrease in net position of $39,952
- Long-term debt includes Alternate Revenue Source Bonds of 2016, Installment Contracts of 2022 and 2024
Meeting
The Village Board will consider approving two tax levy ordinances for 2023-2024, set the 2024 meeting schedule, discuss the Paid Leave for All Workers Act, and vote on employee raises for 2024. The agenda also includes routine approvals of bills, minutes, and reports, plus a closed session for personnel matters.
- Ordinance 2023-5 Tax Levy Ordinance, May 1, 2023-April 30, 2024
- Ordinance 2023-6 Tax Levy Ordinance SSA No. 2, May 1, 2023-April 30, 2024
- Approval of bills totaling $22,682.67 (Warrant-FY16 2023)
- Board Action on Employee Raises for 2024
- Discussion and Action on the Paid Leave for All Workers Act
Meeting
The Village Board will discuss and potentially act on an extension to an intergovernmental agreement with Hampshire regarding jurisdictional boundaries. The board will also consider a special use permit request from business owner Margaret Lindquist and approve bills totaling $47,355.77. Committee reports and updates from village officials will be presented.
- Approval of bills on Warrant 15-FY 2024, dated December 4, 2023, in the amount of $47,355.77
- Discussion and action on extension to Intergovernmental Agreement with Hampshire regarding Jurisdictional Boundaries
- Business owner Margaret Lindquist to address Board regarding a Special Use Permit
- Committee reports from six standing committees
- Village President report on Holiday Magic on Main St recap
Personnel
The Personnel and Administration Committee will meet to approve prior minutes and discuss the Paid Leave for All Works Act and annual employee performance evaluations and salary increases. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion only.
- Discussion on Paid Leave for All Works Act
- Discussion on Village Employee Annual Performance Evaluations and Salary Increases
- Approval of January 3, 2023 meeting minutes
Meeting
The Village of Burlington Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss monthly water bill procedures. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of March 6, 2023, Finance Committee meeting minutes
- Discussion on monthly water bill procedures
Meeting
The Village Board will consider routine items including bill approval, IT support quotes, and a resolution to renew the animal control intergovernmental agreement with Kane County. Updates will be given on the December 2 'Powering the Holidays' event, sidewalk repairs, and a solar project. The meeting is open for public comment in person or remotely.
- Approval of bills on Warrant 13-FY 2024 for $71,600.19
- Resolution 2023-2 to renew one-year animal control agreement with Kane County
- Discussion on CMJ IT support and Progressive Business Solutions quote
- Update on 'Powering the Holidays' event on December 2, 2023
- Sidewalk repair and NexAmp solar updates
Meeting
The Village Board approved a $9,100 contract for storm sewer work on Old Plank Road and passed an ordinance for a Special Service Area related to a compost facility. The Board also approved monthly bills and updated authorized bank account signers.
- Approved Warrant 9-FY 2024 bills for $33,911.33 (6-0)
- Approved $9,100 proposal from Stark and Son Trenching for Old Plank Road storm sewer modifications (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2023-2 creating Special Service Area No. 4 for the Creekside Equipment Barn and On-Farm Compost Facility (7-0)
- Approved removal of Jackie Koerwitz from all Old Second Bank accounts (6-0)
Meeting
The Village Board approved bills totaling $6,821.53 and authorized the Village Clerk to attend the Municipal Clerks of Illinois Institute. The Board also approved the meeting minutes from August 7 and August 21, 2023.
- Approved bills on Warrant FY 10 2023 in the amount of $6,821.53 (6-0)
- Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes with correction (6-0)
- Approved August 21, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved expenses for Village Clerk to attend Municipal Clerks of Illinois Institute (Oct 8-13)
Meeting
The Village Board approved several payments for road work and general bills. Officials discussed the potential for a satellite library facility and safety concerns regarding off-road vehicles on village streets.
- Approved bills on Warrant 7-FY 2024 for $21,125.42 (5-0-1)
- Approved final payment to Geneva Construction for 2022 Road Program Section No 22-00000-01-GM for $18,053.30 (4-0-2)
- Approved final payment to Geneva Construction for additional road work on Railroad Street for $4,038.78 (4-0-2)
Meeting
The Village Board appointed Dan Russell to two commission roles and approved the opening of a new bank account for grant activities. The Board also approved bills totaling $22,522.21 and previous meeting minutes.
- Approved $22,522.21 in bills for payment (4-0)
- Approved June 5, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved June 20, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)
- Appointed Dan Russell as Plan Commission Member for a one-year term (Consent)
- Appointed Dan Russell as Zoning Board of Appeals Member for a one-year term (Consent)
- Approved opening a new checking account at Old Second Bank for Unsewered Community Grant Activities (4-0)
Meeting
The Village Board approved the payment of bills totaling $66,360.40. The board discussed traffic and parking issues related to the fireworks event and noted the date for the upcoming street dance.
- Approved bills on Warrant 5-FY-2023 for $66,360.40 (5-0, 1 absent)
Meeting
The Village Board approved up to $34,400 for repairs to Engel and Lawrence Roads and waived competitive bidding for the work. The Board also allocated $400 for local events and approved over $41,000 in bills.
- Approved $41,659.53 in bills for Warrant FY 4 2023 (4-0-2)
- Approved May 1 and May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-2)
- Approved $200 for Fireworks and $200 for Fall Fest (4-0-2)
- Waived competitive bidding for Engel and Lawrence Roads repairs (4-0-2)
- Approved expenditure not to exceed $34,400 for Engel and Lawrence Roads repairs via George Brothers LLC (4-0-2)
- Consensus reached to enroll in online billing for Pace Analytical Labs
Meeting
The Village Board approved a payment warrant for $41,350.61 and authorized the purchase of a new laptop and docking station for the Public Works Director. The board also discussed a proposal for a used car dealership on Main Street and solicitation issues, both of which were tabled for further discussion.
- Approved bills on Warrant 3-FY 2024 for $41,350.61 (3-0)
- Approved $1,175.00 for a new Public Works Director laptop and $375.00 for a docking station (3-0)
- Tabled discussion on proposed used car dealership at 124 South Main Street to June 20, 2023
- Tabled discussion on solicitation permits to June 20, 2023
Meeting
The Village Board approved several administrative payments and appointments. The board also issued a formal notice of nuisance to a property owner and approved a mowing contract with Hampshire Township.
- Approved bills to be paid in the amount of $41,659.53 (5-0)
- Approved April 3, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved April 20, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)
- Appointed Krueger & Associates as Village Treasurers for FY 2023–2024 (5-0)
- Approved $1,015.00 mowing season contract with Hampshire Township (5-0)
- Approved Notice of Nuisance for property at 124 E. Center Street (6-0)
Meeting
The Village Board approved several appointments for Fiscal Year 2024, including the Village Clerk, Engineer, and Director of Public Works. The board also approved a payment warrant for $10,204.31 and swore in three trustees for new terms.
- Approved bills on Warrant 1-FY 2024 for $10,204.31 (6-0)
- Appointed Mickey, Wilson, Weiler, Renzi, Lenert and Julien, P.C. as Village Attorneys (6-0)
- Appointed John Whitehouse as Village Engineer (6-0)
- Appointed John Whitehouse as Zoning Enforcement Officer (6-0)
- Appointed Christine Jones as Village Clerk (6-0)
- Appointed Christine Jones as Village Collector (6-0)
- Appointed Natalie Meisner as Deputy Village Clerk (6-0)
- Appointed Mark Wilkison as Director of Public Works (6-0)
Meeting
The Village Board approved adjusting FY2024 Water Appropriations for Engineering Services to $700,000 in anticipation of $600,000 in Community Project Funding. The Board also approved bills totaling $18,701.73 and previous meeting minutes.
- Approved adjusting FY2024 Water Appropriations for Engineering Services from $50,000 to $700,000 (7-0)
- Approved bills on Warrant 24-FY 2023 in the amount of $18,701.73 (6-0)
- Approved March 6, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved March 20, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)
Meeting
The Village Board approved the appropriation ordinance for Fiscal Year 2024 and authorized payment of bills totaling $19,263.68. The board also approved updated compensation rates for EEI. A Wastewater Master Plan Summary was presented for review.
- Approved Warrant 23-FY 2023 bills for $19,263.68 (5-0)
- Approved EEI compensation rate increase to $175.00 per hour effective May 21, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2023-1 Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2024 (5-0)
Meeting
The Village Board authorized a resolution to seek funding for a wastewater collection and treatment system design. The board also approved routine bills and the continuation of mosquito treatments.
- Approved Resolution 2023-1 to apply for wastewater system design funding (7-0)
- Approved $9,201.82 in bills for Warrant 22-FY 2023 (5-0, 1 absent)
- Approved continuing mosquito treatments with Clarke Mosquito (5-0, 1 absent)
- Approved February 6, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 absent)
- Approved February 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 absent)
- Approved Village Clerk attendance at Municipal Clerks Spring Seminar (consensus)
Meeting
The Village Board approved a transition to AT&T/FirstNet for internet and phone services to consolidate billing and potentially reduce costs. The Board also approved nearly $20,000 in bills and discussed expiring boundary agreements with neighboring municipalities.
- Approved $19,297.59 in bills for Warrant 21-FY 2023 (6-0)
- Approved signing up for AT&T/FirstNet First Responder internet/phone service (6-0)
- Tabled mosquito treatments contract with Clarke Mosquito
Meeting
The Village Board approved a $100,000 DCEO grant agreement and voted to match a Commonwealth Edison grant for three solar-powered radar speed limit signs. The board also approved bills totaling $18,395.13 and continued pond treatments with McCloud Aquatics.
- Approved bills on Warrant 20-FY 2023 in the amount of $18,395.13 (5-0)
- Approved January 3, 2022, and January 17, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved DCEO Grant Agreement HR22-203-288 for $100,000 (5-0)
- Approved matching the Commonwealth Edison Grant for three Solar Powered Radar Speed Limit Signs (5-0)
- Approved continued pond treatments with McCloud Aquatics (5-0)
- Tabled mosquito treatments with Clarke Mosquito
Meeting
The Village Board approved payments to Geneva Construction for the 2022 Road Program and authorized several financial transfers between the General and Water Funds. A new three-member Grant Committee was established, and a DCEO grant agreement was tabled.
- Approved bills for Warrant 19-FY 2023 in the amount of $28,558.47 (4-0)
- Approved intergovernmental transfer from Water Fund to General Fund for 2022 Road Program until $100,000 grant is received (5-0)
- Approved closing accounts 4696, 8986, and 9000 and transferring funds to account 9818 (5-0)
- Approved splitting $20,775.66 in Risk Management Association insurance costs between General and Water Funds (5-0)
- Approved Pay Estimate #1 to Geneva Construction for 2022 Road Program in the amount of $162,478.84 (5-0)
- Approved Pay #1 for additional work to Geneva Construction for Railroad Street in the amount of $36,349.00 (5-0)
- Tabled DCEO Grant Agreement-HR220041 for $100,000 until February 21, 2023
- Established a new three-member Grant Committee
Meeting
The Village Board approved $11,483.53 in bills and travel expenses for the Village Clerk to attend a winter training seminar. The board also discussed the Paid Leave for All Workers Act and received reports on water main repairs and zoning inquiries.
- Approved bills on Warrant 18-FY 2023 in the amount of $11,483.53 (5-0)
- Approved December 19, 2022, meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved hotel expenses and daily per diem for Village Clerk's training seminar (6-0)
- Declared August 9, 2023, as 'Jim Stout Day' in honor of James L. Stout
Meeting
The Village Board approved 4% raises for four employees and authorized the payment of bills totaling $17,333.35. The Board also agreed to sponsor a local fundraiser and resolve outstanding balances for two foundations using security deposits.
- Approved bills on Warrant 17-FY 2023 for $17,333.35 (5-0)
- Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved 4% raises for Mark Wilkison, Christine Jones, Natalie Meisner, and Roy Theiner (5-0)
- Approved $100 sponsorship for Pins for Payton fundraiser
- Approved applying security deposits to remaining balances and closing accounts for Michael Foundation and Throttle Monkey
- Tabled DCEO Grant Agreement-HR220041 for $100,000 until January 17, 2023