Village of Burlington public meetings in 2025

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning and Development Committee will open the meeting, take roll call, and approve the minutes from its August 10, 2017 meeting. It will provide committee updates, note any changes since the last meeting, allow brief guest comments, and then adjourn.

• Approve minutes from August 10, 2017 Planning and Development Committee meeting

Meeting

The Village Board will consider the approval of a tax levy for 2025 to be collected in 2026. The board will also review employee raises for 2026 and a water billing memo. Other business includes approving the 2026 meeting and holiday schedule.

• Approval of Warrant-16 FY 2026 bills totaling $54,765.04
• Discussion and possible action on the 2025 tax levy
• Board action on employee raises for 2026
• Review of Water Billing Memo
• Approval of 2026 Village Board Meeting/Holiday Schedule

BOARD

The Village Board approved a tax levy for 2025 that will be collected in 2026, with a 6‑aye vote. The board also approved $54,765.04 in bills, the meeting schedule for 2026, and an amendment to include Christmas Eve as a closed day. Remote participation of elected officials and two nuisance violation letters were approved. All actions were carried by voice vote.

• Approved remote participation of elected officials (6 Ayes)
• Approved payment of bills $54,765.04 (6 Ayes)
• Approved November 3, 2025 meeting minutes (6 Ayes)
• Approved November 17, 2025 meeting minutes (6 Ayes)
• Approved 2026 Village Board meeting schedule (6 Ayes)
• Approved amendment to holiday schedule to include Christmas Eve (6 Ayes)
• Approved tax levy for 2025, to be collected in 2026 (6 Ayes)
• Directed clerk to issue two nuisance violation letters (motion carried by voice vote)

Personnel and Admin

The Personnel and Administration Committee will meet to discuss annual performance evaluations and salary increases for Village employees.

• Discussion on Village Employee Annual Performance Evaluations and Salary Increases

Personnel & Administration

The Personnel & Administration Committee approved the June 6, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Trustee Deb Twenhafel and a second by Trustee Jim Daffron. The committee discussed employee performance evaluations and salary considerations but took no formal action on those topics. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous voice vote following a motion by Trustee Al Vonderlack and a second by Trustee Jim Daffron.

• Approved June 6, 2025 Personnel & Administration Committee minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will first approve the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss the proposal from Sunvest Solar LLC for a solar field project. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of April 14, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
• Discussion of Sunvest Solar LLC solar field project proposal

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The Village Board approved payments for Warrant 15-FY 2026 and discussed upcoming community events. The board also granted a temporary parking exception for a non-street-legal vehicle. Other items, including the 2026 meeting schedule, were tabled.

• Approval of Warrant 15-FY 2026 bills in the amount of $22,265.67
• Tabled the Village Board Meeting/Holiday Schedule for 2026
• Verbal consent for resident Tyler Lederman to park a covered, non-street-legal vehicle on-property until spring 2026
• Report on storm water ordinance violation involving Thielsen Enterprises
• Proposed search for Smart Meters or Touch-Read/Wand Systems quotes

CANCEL

The Burlington Village Plan Commission’s meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025 was cancelled. Consequently, no agenda items were considered or decided at this time.

Meeting

The Village Board will meet to discuss a solar field project application from Sun Vest. The board is also reviewing bills for payment and the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Discussion of Sun Vest Solar field project application
• Approval of bills on Warrant-15 FY 2026 totaling $22,265.67
• Approval of 2026 Village Board Meeting/Holiday Schedule

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met on Dec. 1, 2025. No substantive decisions were made; the only action was to adjourn the meeting. The motion to adjourn was made by Jim Daffron, seconded by Amanda Stephens, and passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Jim Daffron, seconded by Amanda Stephens)

Meeting

The Village Board will consider electric supply aggregation and renewal pricing options. Members will also discuss and take action on a contract with Groot Waste Management Services.

• Approval of bills on Warrant-14 FY 2026 totaling $13,302.68
• Electric supply aggregation and renewal pricing presentation by Progressive Business Solutions
• Contract action regarding Groot Waste Management Services
• Review of Water Billing Memo

BOARD

The Village Board voted to approve remote participation for elected officials, the $13,302.68 bill payment on Warrant‑14 FY 2026, and the October 6 and 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a new electric supply contract for municipal facilities and a contract with Groot Waste Management Services. All motions carried with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved remote participation for elected officials (5-0)
• Approved payment of $13,302.68 bills on Warrant‑14 FY 2026 (5-0)
• Approved October 6, 2025 Board minutes (5-0)
• Approved October 20, 2025 Board minutes (5-0)
• Approved new electric supply contract for municipal facilities (5-0)
• Approved contract with Groot Waste Management Services (5-0)

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The Village Plan Commission will approve the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will hear a discussion with Bill French, Regional Director of Project Development at Sunvest Solar LLC, about the current proposal. The commission will also consider any new business items and allow brief guest remarks.

• Approve October 14, 2025 Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals meeting minutes
• Discussion with Bill French of Sunvest Solar LLC regarding current proposal
• Consider new business items
• Guest remarks (five‑minute limit)

Plan November 10 2025

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. The commission discussed a solar‑farm proposal from SunVest Solar, but no motion to approve or deny the project was taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

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The Village Board reviewed a proposal from SunVest Solar for a 5-megawatt solar project on Burlington Road and heard a presentation from Surf Internet regarding fiber optic installation. The Board also approved bills totaling $15,010.14 and reviewed the annual financial report for the fiscal year ending April 2025.

• Approval of Warrant 13-FY 2026 bills in the amount of $15,010.14
• SunVest Solar proposal for a 5-megawatt project on 45 acres on the north side of Burlington Road
• Surf Internet presentation on fiber optic installation and service plans from 100 MB to 2 GB
• Review of the Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending April 2025
• Announcement of Magic on Main event on Saturday, December 6, 2025

Meeting

The Village Board will approve bills totaling $15,010.14 and hear presentations from Sunvest Solar and Surf Internet regarding local internet options.

• Approval of bills to be paid: $15,010.14
• Presentation of Audit by Lauterbach and Amen, LLP
• Discussion with Sunvest Solar regarding a current proposal
• Discussion with Surf Internet regarding fiber optic options
• Committee Reports from six standing committees

2025 2026 Appropriations Ordinance

The Board of Trustees adopted Ordinance No. 2025-7, setting the village's budget for the fiscal year May 1 2025 through April 30 2026. The ordinance outlines estimated revenues of $497,450 plus $600,000 in federal grants and $30,000 in state grants. It appropriates $4,728,000 for the General Fund, $400,000 for the Motor Fuel Tax Fund, $25,000 for the Audit Fund, $43,000 for the B&L Fund, and $3,507,000 for the Water Fund. These amounts define the maximum spending limits for each fund pending further board approval of expenditures.

• General Fund appropriation: $4,728,000
• Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) Fund appropriation: $400,000
• Water Fund appropriation (including $2,000,000 grant contingency): $3,507,000
• Federal Grants allocated: $600,000
• State Grants allocated: $30,000

2025 Annual Treasurers Report

The Village Board will receive the Treasurer’s Report for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025. The report shows total revenue of $671,718, total compensation of $240,800, and total vendor disbursements of $436,907. It also details net asset changes for the General Fund, Special Revenues Fund, and Water Fund. The Treasurer, Melissa Wellendorf, signed the report on October 4, 2025.

• Total revenue: $671,718
• Total compensation paid to staff: $240,800
• Total vendor disbursements: $436,907
• Largest vendor payments: Stark & Son $70,872; Old Second $65,731; EEI $40,738
• Ending net assets – General Fund $1,750,057; Special Revenues $174,861; Water Fund $1,260,439

Fall Winter Newsletter 2025

The November newsletter informs residents about upcoming holiday celebrations, a $3.18 million estimate for road resurfacing projects, and various community notices such as snow‑route parking rules and permit reminders. No formal board decisions are recorded; the document serves as an informational update.

• 3rd Annual Holiday Magic on Main Street (Dec 6, 4–6 pm) between Center & Water Streets
• Santa visit at the Burlington Fire Station (154 South Street) on Dec 13, 10 am–noon
• Personalized engraved bricks for the Citizens of the Year stone: $100 each or $125 with design
• Road resurfacing cost estimate: $1.7 M for annexed roads and $1.45 M for in‑town roads, total $3.18 M
• Snow‑route parking restrictions: no parking after two inches of snow until cleared

BOARD

The Village Board approved remote participation for elected officials and paid $42,763.51 in bills. It adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑12 granting a variance for an electrified fence at the Forest Preserve site on Engel Road. The Board also approved a QuickBooks cleanup up to $6,000 and the $24,368 risk‑management premium for the Illinois Municipal League.

• Approved remote participation for elected officials (5‑0)
• Approved payment of $42,763.51 in bills (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025‑12 electrified fence variance for 13N240 Engel Rd (5‑0)
• Approved QuickBooks cleanup up to $6,000 (4‑1‑1)
• Approved Illinois Municipal League risk‑management premium of $24,368 (5‑0)

Meeting

The Village Board will consider several approvals, including payment of $42,763.51 in bills, a $23,450 snow‑removal contract with Burlington Township, and a $24,368 insurance premium. It will also act on Ordinance No. 2025‑11 granting a parking exemption and ADA variance for the property at 224 S. Main Street, and on Ordinance No. 2025‑12 granting a variance for an electrified fence at the Kane County Forest Preserve site on Engel Road. Additional items include discussion of a Forest Preserve public hearing and scheduling for 2026.

• Approve payment of $42,763.51 in bills (Warrant‑12 FY 2026)
• Snow removal contract with Burlington Township for annexed roads – $23,450.00
• Illinois Municipal League Risk Management premium – $24,368.00
• Ordinance No. 2025‑11: parking exemption and ADA variance for 224 S. Main Street
• Ordinance No. 2025‑12: variance for electrified fence at 13n240 Engel Road

Plan October 14 2025

The commission approved the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes. It conducted a public hearing on the electric‑fence variance, adopted hearing rules, and then voted to recommend the variance to the Village Board with a condition to post no‑parking signs on Engel Road. All motions carried with unanimous four‑aye votes.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (4 ayes)
• Moved to hold a public hearing on the electric‑fence variance (4 ayes)
• Adopted ZBA public hearing rules of procedure (4 ayes)
• Closed the public hearing (4 ayes)
• Recommended approval of the electric‑fence variance with a no‑parking sign stipulation (4 ayes)
• Adjourned the meeting (4 ayes)

Meeting

The Village Board will discuss and act on regulations and ADA/parking exemptions for the Burlington Bean. The board will also review electric supply aggregation and renewal pricing options from Progressive Business Solutions.

• Payment of bills on Warrant-11 FY 2026 totaling $50,531.01
• Dany Tree Service quote for tree removal of $1,800.00
• Burlington Bean ADA/Parking exemptions and regulations
• Discussion on electric scooters
• Electric supply aggregation and renewal pricing options

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The Village Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider variations for electric fencing on Forest Preserve District of Kane County property at 13N240 Engel Road. The board will also consider adopting new public hearing rules of procedure. The meeting includes approval of the November 12, 2024 minutes and opportunities for public testimony.

• Motion to consider variations for electric fencing on Forest Preserve property at 13N240 Engel Rd.
• Motion to adopt Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing Rules of Procedure.
• Approval of the November 12, 2024 Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing Meeting Minutes.
• Public testimony and presentations by petitioners and interested parties.
• Guests with a five‑minute limit unless otherwise listed.

2025 Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Village Board will adopt a proclamation designating October 2025 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The proclamation, presented by President Mary Kay Wlezen and signed by Village Clerk Christine Jones, urges citizens, groups, institutions, and media to raise awareness and support for breast cancer detection and care.

• Adopt proclamation designating October 2025 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• Encourage community groups, institutions, and media to promote breast cancer awareness and screening

Meeting

The Village Board will consider approving bills totaling $21,022.70 as listed on Warrant‑10 FY 2026. It will discuss a Stark & Son trenching quote for collapsed storm repair costing $8,450 with an optional $1,100 add‑on. The board will also approve the minutes from the August 4 and August 25, 2025 meetings and review a water billing memo.

• Approval of bills to be paid on Warrant‑10 FY 2026 – $21,022.70
• Discussion and action on Stark & Son trenching quote for collapsed storm repair – $8,450 with optional $1,100 add‑on
• Approval of August 4, 2025 Board Meeting Minutes
• Approval of August 25, 2025 Board Meeting Minutes
• Presentation and review of Water Billing Memo

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The Village Board approved payments for bills and a critical storm repair. Officials discussed road paving quotes totaling over $3 million and noted a pending variance application for the Kane County Forest Preserve.

• Approved $21,022.70 for bills on Warrant 10-FY 2026
• Approved $9,550.00 to Stark and Son for collapsed storm repair
• Received $3,186,140.00 paving quote from Builders Paving for annexed and intown roads
• Issued violation letter to The Burlington Bean Coffee Shop regarding Certificate of Occupancy
• Noted Kane County Forest Preserve Variance Application for an electric fence

Meeting

The Village Board will meet to approve bills and consider specific road repairs and financial transfers. The board will also receive reports from various committees and village officials.

• Approval of bills on Warrant- FY 9 2026 totaling $16,551.65
• Curran Contracting Company proposal for Waughon Road repairs for $7,033.20
• Proposal to open a new Illinois Funds account and transfer $300,000.00 from Old Second Water Tower, Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), and Water Collection Accounts

BOARD

The board approved three routine financial items: payment of $16,551.65 in bills, a $7,033.20 road‑repair contract for Waughon Road, and the transfer of $300,000 into a new Illinois Funds account. It also authorized clerk travel expenses up to $400 for the Illinois Municipal League conference and up to $1,200 for the Municipal Clerks Institute. All motions carried with five votes in favor and one member absent.

• Approved payment of $16,551.65 in bills (5 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Approved $7,033.20 road‑repair contract for Waughon Road (5 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Approved transfer of $300,000 to new Illinois Funds account (5 Ayes, 1 Absent)
• Authorized clerk expenses for Illinois Municipal League conference up to $400 (consent granted)
• Authorized clerk attendance at Municipal Clerks Institute up to $1,200 (consent granted)

CANCEL

The Village of Burlington has cancelled the regularly scheduled meeting of the Plan Commission for Monday, September 8, 2025. The meeting was to be held at Village Hall, 175 Water Street.

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The Village Board of Burlington, Illinois will meet on August 25, 2025, to approve bills totaling $15,315.22, discuss water billing, and take action on several ordinances and intergovernmental agreements. Key decisions include a new tobacco ordinance, fee increases for SAFEbuilt services, and contracts for mowing and snow removal with Hampshire Township.

• Approval of bills totaling $15,315.22
• Board Action on Ordinance 2025-10 creating new tobacco regulations
• Board Action on SAFEbuilt fee increase
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Hampshire Township for mowing ($1,500.00)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Hampshire Township for snow removal on Lenschow Road ($3,000.00)

BOARD

The Village Board approved Ordinance 2025-10, adding Article 12 on tobacco and alternative nicotine products to the Burlington Village Code. It also approved the FY 2025 bills to be paid ($15,315.22) and two intergovernmental agreements with Hampshire Township for mowing ($1,500) and snow removal ($3,000). The board accepted the proposed SAFEbuilt fee increase while continuing to explore alternatives, and directed the Village Attorney to issue a compliance notice to a business property.

• Approved FY 2025 bills to be paid $15,315.22 (4 Ayes)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Hampshire Township for mowing $1,500 (4 Ayes)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Hampshire Township for snow removal $3,000 (4 Ayes)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-10 creating Article 12 on tobacco and alternative nicotine products (4 Ayes)
• Recommended accepting SAFEbuilt fee increase (no vote recorded)
• Directed Village Attorney to send compliance notice to business property (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (all Ayes)

Personnel & Administration

The Personnel & Administration Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss Public Works planning and adjustments. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being the Public Works discussion.

• Approval of April 28, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Public Works planning and adjustments

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The Village Board heard a presentation on a proposed solar field project involving parcels 04-10-400-004 and 04-10-200-005. The board also approved funding for pond maintenance and a retroactive motor fuel tax resolution.

• SunVest Solar proposal for a 5MW AC solar field on parcels 04-10-400-004 and 04-10-200-005
• Approved $2,800.00 proposal for Danny Tree Service to clean the Burlington Meadows pond area
• Approved Resolution 2025-R2 appropriating $19,500.00 of Motor Fuel Tax funds for Fiscal Year 2012
• Approved $17,302.92 in bills for Warrant 7-FY 2026
• Powering Safer Communities Grant awarded for three solar speed signs on South, North, and Main Streets

Meeting

The Village Board will hear a presentation from SunVest regarding a proposed solar field project. The board is also considering funding for street maintenance and a contract for pond cleaning.

• Presentation by SunVest regarding proposed solar field project
• Resolution to appropriate $19,500.00 of Motor Fuel Tax funds for street and highway maintenance
• Proposal from Danny Tree Service for $2,800 to clean the area around the Pond
• Approval of bills totaling $17,302.92
• Discussion and action on SAFEbuilt fee increases

CANCEL

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Burlington Plan Commission for August 11, 2025, has been cancelled.

BOARD

The Village Board approved the FY 2025 payment warrant for $45,947.52, adopted the June 2 and June 16 meeting minutes, and passed a resolution adding a state‑required return‑to‑work policy to the personnel handbook. All motions carried unanimously. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved FY 2025 payment warrant of $45,947.52 (4-0)
• Approved June 2, 2025 Board meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved June 16, 2025 Board meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-1 adding a Return-to-Work policy (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Meeting

The Village Board will discuss the completion of the Burlington Bean and consider a resolution to amend the personnel policy. The meeting includes a review of a water billing memo and reports on building codes and SunVest Solar.

• Approval of Warrant-6 FY 2026 bills totaling $45,947.52
• Resolution # 2025-1 to add a “Return-to-Work” policy to the Personnel Policy
• Discussion on the completion of the Burlington Bean
• Review of Water Billing Memo
• President's report on Building Code Update and SunVest Solar

Meeting

The Village Board will meet to discuss updates to building codes and the use of vape vending machines. The board is also scheduled to review bills for payment.

• Approval of bills on Warrant- FY 5 2026 in the amount of $33,786.71
• Discussion on updating building codes
• Discussion on vape vending machines
• Fireworks recap from the Community Development and Events Committee

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The Village Board approved payments for Warrant 5-FY 2026 and a $75.00 seminar fee for the Village Clerk. The board discussed the potential future regulation of vape vending machines and the status of a liquor license for Brosky LLC.

• Approval of bills on Warrant 5-FY 2026 in the amount of $33,786.71
• Approval of $75.00 for the Municipal Clerk Seminar in Elgin
• Approval of liquor license for Brosky LLC
• Discussion on future regulation or prohibition of vape vending machines
• Report on seeking asphalt quotes for annexed road repairs

CANCEL

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Burlington Plan Commission for July 14, 2025, has been cancelled.

Personnel

The Personnel and Administration Committee will meet to discuss the implementation of a Return to Work Policy. The committee will also review policies and procedures.

• Discussion on Return to Work Policy implementation
• Approval of January 21, 2025 meeting minutes

Meeting

The Village Board will review an intergovernmental agreement regarding jurisdictional boundaries with the City of Sycamore. The meeting includes discussions on building codes and the authorization of personnel to issue municipal code citations.

• Approval of bills for Warrant-4 FY 2026 in the amount of $25,172.21
• Ordinance 2025-9: Extension to an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Sycamore regarding Jurisdictional Boundaries
• Discussion on updating building codes
• Discussion regarding personnel authorized to issue citations for Municipal Code Violations
• Review of Water Billing Memo

Personnel

The Personnel and Administration Committee approved the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting. The committee discussed the upcoming Return‑to‑Work policy required by the Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association and noted a plan to adopt it by the September 1 deadline and add it to the employee handbook later in the year. No formal decision on the policy was made. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved Jan 21, 2025 Personnel and Administration Committee minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

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The Village Board voted to approve the payment of $11,071.41 in bills presented on Warrant 3-FY 2026. The board also voted to deny the proposal to buy out the cell tower lease submitted by Alliance. No new business was introduced and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved $11,071.41 bills (5-0)
• Denied cell tower lease buyout proposal (5-0)

Community Development

The Community Development Committee will meet to discuss the 2025 Fireworks Event. The body will also review minutes from the February 18, 2025, meeting.

• Discussion on 2025 Fireworks Event
• Approval of February 18, 2025, Committee Meeting Minutes

Meeting

The Village Board will consider a proposal from Alliance to buy out a cell tower lease. The meeting also includes a review of bills for payment and reports from various committees.

• Approval of bills on Warrant-2 FY 2026 in the amount of $11,071.41
• Discussion on Proposal to Buy Out Cell Tower Lease submitted by Alliance
• Personnel and Administration Committee discussion on Return-to-Work Program Requirement
• Community Development and Events Committee recap on Fireworks Meeting
• Village President's report on loose dogs, animal control, and fines

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The Village Board unanimously approved the $25,172.21 bills on Warrant‑4 FY 2025, and also unanimously approved the May 12 and May 18, 2025 meeting minutes. The board unanimously adopted Ordinance 2025‑9, extending the intergovernmental agreement with the City of Sycamore. The board agreed to investigate a discrepancy in Motor Fuel Tax fund allocations for outlying roads.

• Approved $25,172.21 bills on Warrant‑4 FY 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved May 12, 2025 Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 18, 2025 Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025‑9 extending intergovernmental agreement with City of Sycamore (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on updating building codes until next meeting
• Agreed to investigate Motor Fuel Tax fund allocation discrepancy (decision, no vote recorded)

Summer 2025 Newsletter

The provided document is a summer newsletter rather than a meeting agenda. It outlines upcoming community events, village service reminders, and permit requirements for residents.

• Annual Fireworks Display & Ceremony Honoring Veteran’s on July 3, 2025
• Water meter reads scheduled for March, June, September, and December
• Garage sale limit of 3 per year, not exceeding 9 days total
• Building permits required for construction, renovations, and utility projects via SAFEbuilt
• Solicitors required to obtain a permit from the Village Clerk

Water Quality Report 2025

The Village of Burlington provided a report on the safety and quality of its groundwater supply for the 2025 calendar year. The document lists detected contaminants, source water assessments, and regulatory compliance status.

• Source water is provided by four active groundwater wells: Well 2, Well 3, Well 4, and Well 5 (Plank Rd.)
• Illinois EPA determined the source water is not susceptible to contamination
• Copper levels in 2022 reached the action level of 1.3 ppm
• Chlorine levels in 2025 ranged from 0.2 to 1.48 ppm
• Lead and copper sampling has been completed with results currently pending

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The Burlington Village Board approved bills totaling $23,663.41, approved two sets of meeting minutes, and adopted an ordinance changing how nuisance abatement notices are delivered. They tabled a proposal to buy out a 90-year cell tower lease for further discussion. The board also approved a $1,500 intergovernmental agreement with Hampshire Township for mowing and heard a treasurer report showing a $56,000 budget loss from storm damages, engineering reports, and other costs.

• Approved payment of bills totaling $23,663.41 (Warrant 2-FY 2026)
• Tabled discussion on buying out a 90-year cell tower lease with Alliance
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Hampshire Township for mowing at $1,500
• Passed Ordinance #2025-8 amending nuisance abatement notice delivery methods
• Treasurer reported $56,000 budget loss due to storm damages, repairs, and other costs

Meeting

The Village Board will consider a proposal to buy out a cell tower lease from Alliance. The board will also review an intergovernmental agreement for mowing and an ordinance regarding nuisance abatement service methods.

• Proposal to buy out cell tower lease submitted by Alliance
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Hampshire Township for mowing for $1,500.00
• Ordinance #2025-8 regarding service methods for nuisance abatement
• Approval of bills on Warrant-2 FY 2026 in the amount of $23,663.41
• Review of Water Billing Memo

Village Board

This special meeting includes approval of bills totaling $14,606.59, installation of newly elected officials, and consent to appointments for village attorney, engineer, treasurer, clerk, and other positions. The board will also discuss and potentially act on a sidewalk repair proposal, a cell tower lease buyout, and employee handbook revisions.

• Approval of bills warrant $14,606.59 (Warrant-1 FY 2026, dated May 5, 2025)
• Oath of office and installation of newly elected officials
• Consent appointments: Vasselli Law as Village Attorney, Engineering Enterprises, Inc. as Village Engineer, Krueger & Associates as Village Treasurer, Christine Jones as Village Clerk and Collector, Natalie Meisner as Deputy Clerk and Zoning Enforcement Officer, Mark Wilkison as Director of Public Works, Karen Stonehouse as Village Land Planner
• Board discussion and action on Jacobson Site Works proposal for sidewalk repair at Old Second Bank
• Board discussion on proposal to buy out cell tower lease from Alliance; discussion and action on employee handbook revisions

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The Village Board installed newly elected officials and appointed several key administrative and professional roles for Fiscal Year 2025. The board also approved a cost-sharing agreement for sidewalk repairs and updated the employee handbook.

• Approval of bills for Warrant 1-FY 2026 in the amount of $14,606.59
• Agreement to split the $2,460.00 cost of sidewalk repairs at Old Second National Bank with the bank
• Appointment of Vasselli Law as Village Attorneys and Engineering Enterprises, Inc (EEI) as Village Engineer
• Approval of up to $600.00 for clerks to attend a seminar in Peoria on June 12-13
• Discussion of a $332,640.00 cell tower lease buyout offer from Alliance (tabled)

Meeting

The Village Board will consider appointments for several municipal offices and professional services. The board is also scheduled to discuss and act on an employee handbook revision and a sidewalk repair proposal. A payment of $14,606.59 for bills is presented for approval.

• Approval of bills totaling $14,606.59
• Appointment of Vasselli Law as Village Attorney
• Appointment of Engineering Enterprises, Inc. as Village Engineer
• Jacobson Site Works proposal for sidewalk repair at Old Second Bank
• Revisions to the Employee Handbook

CANCEL

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Burlington Plan Commission for May 19, 2025, has been cancelled.

Community Development

The Community Development Committee will hold a routine meeting on April 29, 2025. The main action is a discussion on the 2025 Fireworks Event. The committee will also approve minutes from its February 18, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of February 18, 2025 Committee Meeting Minutes
• Discussion on 2025 Fireworks Event

Meeting

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance on a proposed boundary agreement with the Village of Campton Hills. Other business includes approval of $17,339.34 in bills, review of the FY2026 budget and appropriations, and continued financial services contracts.

• Public hearing and ordinance on boundary agreement with Campton Hills
• Approval of bills totaling $17,339.34
• Review and action on FY2026 appropriations and budget
• Discussion on continuing financial services with Krueger and Associates and Lauterbach & Amen
• Discussion on EEI proposed hourly rate changes and expenses

BOARD

The Village Board approved Ordinance 2025-6, authorizing an intergovernmental jurisdictional boundary and joint planning agreement with the Village of Campton Hills. The board also approved FY‑2026 appropriations and the FY‑2026 budget, including an $85 increase to the monthly dump‑truck loan payment. Additional actions included continuing financial services with Krueger & Associates and Lauterbach & Amen, and approving EEI rate changes. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-6 boundary agreement with Campton Hills (unanimous)
• Approved FY‑2026 appropriations package (unanimous)
• Approved FY‑2026 budget and $85 extra monthly dump‑truck loan payment (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-7 appropriations for corporate purposes (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of financial services with Krueger & Associates (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of financial services with Lauterbach & Amen (unanimous)
• Approved EEI hourly rate and expense changes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills on Warrant‑24 FY 2025 totaling $17,339.34 (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met to review the condition of annexed roads and the village's funding limitations. Members discussed grant opportunities, the lack of Motor Fuel Tax funds, and the possibility of an inter‑governmental agreement with neighboring townships. No resolutions, approvals, or denials were adopted. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned (unanimous)

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The Village Board approved $31,888.40 in bills and extended intergovernmental boundary agreements with Hampshire, Virgil, Genoa, and Elgin. Trustees discussed the disrepair of annexed roads, considering de-annexation to the township, after spending over $600,000 in 15 years. A committee of the whole meeting on April 14 will continue the road discussion. The board also accepted the resignation of Trustee Ryan Wasson, effective after May 2025, and went into closed session for litigation.

• Approved Warrant 23-FY 2025 for $31,888.40 in bills
• Extended boundary agreements with Hampshire (Ordinance 2025-2), Virgil (2025-3), Genoa (2025-4), and Elgin (2025-5)
• Discussed de-annexing roads due to disrepair; $600k spent over 15 years
• Accepted resignation of Trustee Ryan Wasson
• Entered closed session for pending litigation

Meeting

The Village Board will consider extending intergovernmental boundary agreements with Hampshire, Virgil, Genoa, and Elgin, and discuss a potential lawsuit over unpaid building permits. Other items include approval of bills totaling $31,888.40, acceptance of Trustee Ryan Wasson's resignation, and a presentation on the Source Water Protection Plan. A closed session is scheduled for litigation discussion.

• Approval of bills in the amount of $31,888.40
• Resignation of Village Board Trustee Ryan Wasson
• Presentation on Source Water Protection Plan by Engineering Enterprises Inc.
• Board action on ordinances extending boundary agreements with Hampshire (2025-2), Virgil (2025-3), Genoa (2025-4), and Elgin (2025-5)
• Potential litigation for failure to obtain building permits

CANCEL

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Burlington Plan Commission for April 14, 2025, has been cancelled.

Newsletter April 2025

This newsletter from the Village of Burlington covers upcoming events and administrative changes. Key items include a water conservation ordinance effective May 1, the switch to monthly water billing, and updated ATV regulations. The village is also seeking donations and volunteers for the July 3 fireworks event.

• Water conservation ordinance (odd/even watering, 5-9am and 9pm-midnight) begins May 1, 2025
• Water bills are now due monthly with a new format and color due to software upgrade
• ATVs permitted on village streets with specific equipment: brakes, lights, slow-moving vehicle emblem, etc.
• Burlington Fireworks Committee seeking sponsors, donations, and volunteers for July 3 event
• Moving out of town now requires a water stamp from the village at closing (no charge)

Meeting

The Village Board will consider appointing Curtis Olson as Village Trustee to fill the remainder of former Trustee Ryan Wasson's term ending April 30, 2025, following Wasson's resignation. The board will also approve bills totaling $16,580.13, review the FY 2025-2026 budget, and discuss a water billing memo.

• Resignation of Village Board Trustee Ryan Wasson
• Consent to appoint Curtis Olson as Village Trustee until April 30, 2025
• Approval of bills on Warrant-22 FY 2025, $16,580.13
• FY 2025-2026 Budget Review
• Presentation and Review of Water Billing Memo

BOARD

The Village Board tabled Trustee Ryan Wasson's resignation and the appointment of Curtis Olson to fill the remainder of his term. The board unanimously approved the payment of bills totaling $16,580.13, the minutes from two prior meetings, and two travel requests for the Village Clerk to attend conferences, with expenses not to exceed $2,500 and $750 respectively. The final FY 2025-2026 budget and appropriations will be presented for approval at the April 21st meeting.

• Approved Warrant-22 FY 2025 bills totaling $16,580.13 (unanimous)
• Approved February 3, 2025 Village Board Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 18, 2024 Village Board Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled resignation of Trustee Ryan Wasson until next meeting
• Tabled appointment of Curtis Olson as Village Trustee until undetermined date
• Approved Clerk's attendance at IIMC Annual Conference, expenses not to exceed $2,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Clerk's attendance at MCI Spring Seminar, expenses not to exceed $750 (unanimous)

CANCEL

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Burlington Plan Commission for March 10, 2025, has been cancelled.

Finance

The Finance Committee is meeting to perform a final review of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, Appropriations, and Capital Improvement Planning. The committee will also review minutes from the January 14, 2025, meeting.

• Final review of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, Appropriations, and Capital Improvement Planning
• Approval of January 14, 2025, Finance Committee Meeting Minutes

Finance

The Finance Committee reviewed and adjusted line items for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget and Appropriations. The updated documents will be submitted for approval at the April 21st Village Board Meeting.

• Approved January 14, 2025, Finance Committee meeting minutes (3-0)

Meeting

The Village Board will vote on Ordinance 2025-1, which sets new building permit fees, and on extensions of intergovernmental agreements with Virgil and Genoa regarding jurisdictional boundaries. The board will also approve bills totaling $13,657.24 and hear committee reports.

• Approval of bills on Warrant-21 FY 2025 for $13,657.24
• Extension of Intergovernmental Agreement with Virgil on jurisdictional boundaries
• Extension of Intergovernmental Agreement with Genoa on jurisdictional boundaries
• Ordinance 2025-1 establishing building permit fees
• Board approval for elected officials' remote participation if needed

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The board approved Ordinance 2025-1 increasing building permit inspection and administration fees from $45 to $75 each. They also approved 20-year extensions of intergovernmental agreements with Virgil and Genoa regarding jurisdictional boundaries. Bills totaling $13,657.24 were approved. Committee reports noted progress on the employee handbook and budget finalization.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-1 raising building permit inspection fee to $75 and administration fee to $75
• Approved 20-year extension of intergovernmental agreement with Virgil on jurisdictional boundaries
• Approved 20-year extension of intergovernmental agreement with Genoa on jurisdictional boundaries
• Approved payment of bills on Warrant 21-FY 2025 totaling $13,657.24
• Employee handbook remains under review with village attorney

Meeting

The Village Board will consider approving permit fee increases via Ordinance 2025-1, following a discussion on the proposed increases. They will also hear the annual audit presentation from Lauterbach and Amen, LLP, and review a water billing memo. Additionally, the board will approve bills totaling $24,541.20 and previous meeting minutes.

• Board action on Ordinance 2025-1 approving permit fee increases
• Presentation of audit by Lauterbach and Amen, LLP
• Approval of bills on Warrant-2 FY2025 in the amount of $24,541.20
• Board discussion on permit fee increases via SAFEbuilt
• Presentation and review of water billing memo

Community Development

The committee discussed the approximately $18,000 cost of the 2025 Fireworks event. Members reviewed volunteer recruitment, parking, police coordination, and potential revenue sources. No formal votes were taken on the event planning.

• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (2-0)

Community Development

The Community Development Committee will hold a meeting with procedural items (approval of minutes) and a discussion on the 2025 Fireworks Event and Fundraising. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for discussion.

• Discussion on 2025 Fireworks Event and Fundraising

BOARD

The board approved bills totaling $24,514.20 and the minutes from two January meetings. The 2024 Fiscal Year Audit resulted in a Clean Unmodified Opinion, the highest possible audit designation. Permit fee increases were tabled until March 3.

• Approved $24,514.20 in bills for Warrant-20 FY 2025 (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved January 6, 2025, meeting minutes (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved January 21, 2025, meeting minutes (5-0, 1 absent)
• Tabled permit fee increases and Ordinance 2025-1 until March 3

Meeting

The Village Board will vote on approval of bills totaling $21,496.88, receive committee reports including a fireworks update, and discuss SAFEbuilt fee changes and mileage/per diem updates. The meeting also includes approval of remote participation and routine reports from the Clerk.

• Approval of Warrant-19 FY2025 bills for $21,496.88
• Committee reports: fireworks discussion (Community Development and Events Committee)
• Village President report: SAFEbuilt fee update
• Village President report: mileage and per diem update
• Clerk report: Northwestern Illinois Municipal Clerks Association meeting February 26

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The Village Board approved routine bills and received committee reports. A vehicle break-in in Burlington Meadows prompted a reminder to lock cars. Permit fees are being updated with a new ordinance expected at a future meeting. Boundary agreements with neighboring towns were received for review, and state legislation could reduce audit frequency for small municipalities.

• Approved Warrant 19-FY 2025 for $21,496.88 in bills
• Employee handbook reformatted, sent to legal team for review
• Vehicle break-in reported in Burlington Meadows; residents urged to lock vehicles
• Permit fees being updated by Safebuilt; ordinance to be presented later
• Boundary agreements received from Sycamore, Virgil, and Genoa; Campton Hills still pending

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The Village of Burlington is being asked by the Kane County Health Department to make health department plan review approval a condition for issuing building permits to food establishments. The memo warns that businesses starting construction without prior approval face double fees, costly retrofits, and delays. The Village may discuss how to coordinate approvals and inspections to enforce this requirement.

• Businesses that begin construction without health plan review approval must pay double the plan review fees
• Unauthorized buildouts may require floor plan, equipment, or plumbing changes to meet health codes
• Covered establishments include restaurants, bars, daycares, convenience stores, food pantries, concession stands, and coffee shops
• KCHD will copy the building department on plan approvals or rejections to coordinate permits

Meeting

The Village Board will consider approval of bills totaling $23,170.21 and minutes from previous meetings. They will discuss and potentially act on continuing pond maintenance with McCloud Aquatics. The board will also address employee raises for 2025 and an updated employee handbook after a closed session on personnel. Additionally, boundary agreements with neighboring communities are on the agenda.

• Approval of bills for Warrant-18 FY 2025, $23,170.21
• Discussion and action on pond maintenance contract with McCloud Aquatics
• Board action on employee raises for 2025
• Board action on updated employee handbook
• Boundary agreements with Campton Hills, Genoa, Sycamore, and Virgil

Personnel

The Personnel and Administration Committee will hold a meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss two main items: annual employee performance evaluations and salary increases, and updating the employee handbook and new hire checklist. No final decisions are expected; this is a discussion session.

• Approval of September 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Village employee annual performance evaluations and salary increases
• Discussion on updating the Employee Handbook and new hire checklist

BOARD

The Village Board unanimously approved employee raises for 2025 and an updated employee handbook after a closed session. They also approved paying bills totaling $23,170.21, continued pond maintenance with McCloud Aquatics, and allowed Burlington Bean to install a temporary 15-minute parking sign. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Warrant-18 FY 2025 bills totaling $23,170.21 (unanimous)
• Approved December 2, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Consented to Burlington Bean's temporary 15-minute parking sign (unanimous)
• Continued pond maintenance with McCloud Aquatics (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 employee raises (unanimous)
• Approved updated employee handbook (unanimous)

Personnel Mins

The Personnel Committee discussed and recommended salary increases for the Deputy Clerk, Clerk, Public Works Director, and Maintenance Workers based on annual performance evaluations. They also reviewed and updated the employee handbook for legal compliance. These recommendations will be presented to the Village Board for approval.

• Recommended $0.75/hour increase for Deputy Clerk
• Recommended $1.25/hour increase for Clerk
• Recommended $1.50/hour increase for Public Works Director
• Recommended $0.50/hour increase for Maintenance Workers
• Reviewed and updated employee handbook; new draft to be finalized

Finance

The Finance Committee will review the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, appropriations, and capital improvement planning. Members will also discuss the payment of existing loans and bonds.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, Appropriations, and Capital Improvement Planning
• Discussion on paying down existing loans and bonds

Finance

The Finance Committee reviewed the FY2025 budget and appropriations line-by-line, noting adjustments to be finalized at a future meeting. They discussed paying down existing loans and bonds, with the treasurer to explore pre-payment options for the water tower bond and confirmed the IMRF bond is fully paid off. The committee also decided to have Lauterbach and Amen present the audit at the February 18th board meeting.

• Approved December 5, 2024 Finance Committee minutes (2-0-1)
• Reviewed FY2025 budget and appropriations; adjustments noted, final review pending
• Directed treasurer to explore pre-payment options for water tower bond
• Confirmed IMRF bond fully paid off
• Scheduled audit presentation by Lauterbach and Amen for February 18th board meeting

Meeting

The Village Board will consider approval of bills totaling $40,368.01 (Warrant-17 FY 2025). They will also receive committee reports, hear from the Village President and Clerk, and allow public comment. A finance committee meeting is scheduled for January 14.

• Approval of bills in the amount of $40,368.01 on Warrant-17
• Board approval to allow elected officials' remote participation
• Committee reports and scheduling of future meetings (Finance Committee on Jan 14)

BOARD

The Village Board unanimously approved the payment of bills totaling $40,368.01 and approved remote attendance for elected officials. No other substantive decisions were made; committee reports were mostly informational, and no new business was discussed.

• Approved remote attendance for elected officials (unanimous)
• Approved Warrant-17 FY 2025 bills totaling $40,368.01 (unanimous)