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ElwoodIL averageUS Census ACS
Population
2,141
Per-capita income
$43,572
Median home value
$224,900
Bachelor's or higher
15%
Typical home value $332,466 +4.4% yr/yr · +29.4% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$21.4M (FY2023)
Total spending$10.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$16.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$33.8M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$4,667 (FY2023)

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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20252 housing units ($735K)

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Wed Sep 2, 2026

Village Board

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ELWOOD VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING AGENDA 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, Illinois 60421 Wednesday, September 2, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1 Scouting America Recognition 4.2 Proclamation September 11th Remembrance Day 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (limited to two (2) minutes per person) • Public Comments Pertaining to Agenda Items 6. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be acted upon with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered after all other regular agenda items. 6.1 Presentation of Village Board Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026. 6.2 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report July 28, 2026, through August 4, 2026, in the amount of $32,721.51. 6.3 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report August 6, 2026, through August 24, 2026, in the amount of $635,923.72. 6.4 Presentation of Bills – Unpaid Invoice Report in the amount of $252,620.61. 7. REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM VILLAGE OFFICIALS 7.1 Administration – Village Administrator Fred Hayes 7.1.1 July 2026 Financial Report – Review 7.1.2 An Ordinance Levying and Extending a Special Tax in the Village of Elwood Special Service Area Number 1 for Tax Year 2026 - Consideration …
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Recent meetings

Wed Aug 26, 2026

Parks & Recreation Committee

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center-61722000 PARKS COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD, ILLINOIS 60421 WEDNESDAY, August 26, 2026 5:30 PM   CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG MEETING MINUTES – CONSIDERATION 5.1 Approval of Minutes – July 29, 2026 REPORTS, UPCOMING EVENTS & PROGRAMS FOR DISCUSSION Upcoming Potential Projects Upcoming Events Glow Ride Halloween Ongoing Events Farmers Market OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC COMMENTS NEXT MEETING 8.1 Wednesday, September 23, 5:30 PM ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 25, 2026

Finance Committee

Elwood Finance Committee to review July financials and unpaid bills

The Elwood Finance Committee is meeting to review and recommend approval of the minutes from the July 28 meeting, unpaid invoices as of September 2, paid invoices from late July through August, and the July 2026 monthly financial report. These are routine financial oversight items, with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

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Finance Committee Meeting Agenda 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, IL 60421 Tuesday, August 25, 2026 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 1. Presentation of Minutes – 07/28/2026 meeting 2. Presentation of Bills - Unpaid Invoice Report – 09/02/2026 (review and recommendation) 3. Presentation of Bills - Paid Invoice Report for 07/28/2026 thru 08/04/2026 and 08/06/2026 thru 08/24/2026 (review and recommendation) 4. Monthly Financial Report – July 2026 (review and recommendation) OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURN
Tue Aug 25, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

Elwood Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Aug 25

This is a procedural agenda with no listed items for discussion or decision. The Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet at 401 E. Mississippi Avenue on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 7:00 PM, but no specific agenda items are provided.

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AGENDA PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE Tuesday, August 25, 2026 7:00 PM
Wed Aug 19, 2026

Elwood Community Days Committee

Elwood Community Days Committee to plan 2026 festival details

The Elwood Community Days Committee is meeting to discuss and plan the upcoming community festival. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and new business items covering event logistics such as layout, parade, food trucks, liquor, bands, fireworks, games, wristbands, and sponsorships.

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center-61722000 COMMUNITY DAYS MEETING AGENDA 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD, ILLINOIS 60421 WEDNESDAY, August 19, 2026 5:00 PM   CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG PUBLIC COMMENT MEETING MINUTES – CONSIDERATION 5.1 Approval of Minutes – July 15, 2026 OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Layout Parade Food Trucks Liquor Bands Fireworks Games / Exhibits / Shows Wrist Bands / Ticket Sales Sponsorships OTHER BUSINESS NEXT MEETING ADJOURNMENT
Wed Aug 5, 2026

Village Board

Elwood Village Board to review financial reports and contracts at May meeting

The Elwood Village Board will hold its regular meeting on May 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Elwood, IL. The agenda includes routine procedural items, presentations, and public hearings, with a focus on financial reports, contracts, and proclamations. The board will also consider a collective bargaining agreement and road improvement program agreements.

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ELWOOD VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING AGENDA 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, Illinois 60421 Wednesday, May 6, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1 JADA - Joliet Arsenal Development Authority 4.2 Police Week Proclamation 4.3 Public Works Week Proclamation 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (limited to two (2) minutes per person) • Public Comments Pertaining to Agenda Items 6. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be acted upon with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered after all other regular agenda items. 6.1 Presentation of Village Board Meeting Minutes April 1, 2026. 6.2 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report March 24, 2026, through March 31, 2026 in the amount of $30,311.94. 6.3 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report April 2, 2026, through April 27, 2026 in the amount of $65,989.94. 6.4 Presentation of Bills – Unpaid Invoice Report in the amount of $210,091.09. 7. REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM VILLAGE OFFICIALS 7.1 Administration – Village Administrator Fred Hayes 7.1.1 March 2026 Financial Report – Review 7.1.2 Resolution Approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the Vil- lage of Elwood and the International Brotherhood o …
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Wed Jul 29, 2026

Parks & Recreation Committee

Committee will consider a potential Veterans Memorial project

The Elwood Parks & Recreation Committee will approve the minutes from the May 27, 2026 meeting. It will discuss a potential Veterans Memorial project and review upcoming events such as the Glow Ride and Halloween celebration. Ongoing community programs, including the Farmers Market and O’Connor Park, will also be reviewed. The meeting will include a public comments period and set the next meeting date.

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center-61722000 PARKS COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD, ILLINOIS 60421 WEDNESDAY, July 29, 2026 5:30 PM   CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG MEETING MINUTES – CONSIDERATION 5.1 Approval of Minutes – May 27, 2026 REPORTS, UPCOMING EVENTS & PROGRAMS FOR DISCUSSION Upcoming Potential Projects Veterans Memorial Upcoming Events Glow Ride Halloween Ongoing Events Farmers Market O’Connor Park OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC COMMENTS NEXT MEETING 8.1 Wednesday, August 26, 5:30 PM ADJOURNMENT
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PARKS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD, ILLINOIS 60421 WEDNESDAY, July 29, 2026 5:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 5:33pm 2. ROLL CALL 2.1 Present : Walsh, Mangun, Puleo / Not Present: Villalobos, Friebele 2.2 Also in attendance Jenco, Zugal 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. MEETING MINUTES – CONSIDERATION 5.1 Approval of Minutes – May 27, 2026 – approved 1st Mangun, 2nd Puleo all ayes 5. REPORTS, UPCOMING EVENTS & PROGRAMS FOR DISCUSSION 5.1 Upcoming Potential Projects 5.1.1 Veterans Memorial 5.1.1.1 Put park board in control – work on donations 5.1.1.2 Needs landscaping 5.1.1.3 Fire department building parking – might include in architecture 5.1.1.4 Sinbash board - $100(?) for entry (include food and drinks?) people donate to add names. Names are drawn every 5 minutes – 100 squares? Indoor fundraiser in Feb. or March? Look into using firebarn? 5.1.1.5 Look into 501c3? – Elwood Sportsmans club? 5.1.1.6 Could look into grant money – JADA? 5.1.1.7 Scouts? – bussing tables, landscaping work, any future eagles? 5.1.1.8 Create a new veterans committee – talk to stone city, beautification, donate bricks like children’s garden? 5.1.1.9 Motion to support project with partnership with other organizations –motioned 1st Mangun, 2nd Puleo – all ayes 5.2 Upcoming Events 5.2.1 Glow Ride 5.2.1.1 Thursday 10/8 meet at 6p start at 6:30p 5.2.1.1.1 Rain Date 10/9 5.2.1.2 Local Collaboration 5.2.1.2.1 Fire Department – fire trucks …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review June financial reports and invoices

The Elwood Finance Committee will review minutes from the June 23, 2026 meeting, unpaid invoice reports due August 5, 2026, paid invoices from June 23-30 and July 2-27, 2026, and the June 2026 monthly financial report. The committee will recommend approval of these routine financial items.

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Finance Committee Meeting Agenda 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, IL 60421 Tuesday, July 28, 2026 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 1. Presentation of Minutes – 06/23/2026 meeting 2. Presentation of Bills - Unpaid Invoice Report – 08/05/2026 (review and recommendation) 3. Presentation of Bills - Paid Invoice Report for 06/23/2026 thru 06/30/2026 and 07/02/2026 thru 07/27/2026 (review and recommendation) 4. Monthly Financial Report – June 2026 (review and recommendation) OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURN
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FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Meeting of July 28, 2026 The Village of Elwood Finance Committee's regular meeting on July 28, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., was called to order by Finance Director Robbie Day. Present: Village Administrator Fred Hayes, Finance Director Robbie Day, Committee Members Doug Jenco, Darryl Lab and Doug Mytnik Absent: PRESENTATION OF MINUTES The meeting minutes from June 23, 2026, were presented and reviewed. Committee Member Lab moved to approve the minutes of June 23, 2026, as presented. Committee Member Jenco seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – UNPAID INVOICE REPORT The unpaid invoice report for $143,510.52 was presented and reviewed. Committee Member Lab made a motion to send the Unpaid Invoice Report to the Village Board for consideration on July 1, 2026. Committee Member Mytnik seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – PAID INVOICE REPORT The paid invoice report from 06/23/2026 through 06/30/2026 for $5,546.32 was presented and reviewed. Committee Member Jenco made a motion to send the Paid Invoice Report as presented to the Village Board for consideration on August 5, 2026. Committee Member Mytnik seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – PAID INVOICE REPORT The paid invoice report from 07/02/2026 through 07/27/2026 for $94,373.56 was presented and reviewed. Committee Member Jenco made a motion to send the Paid Invoice Report as presented to t …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

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AGENDA PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE Tuesday, July 28, 2026 7:00 PM
Wed Jul 15, 2026

Elwood Community Days Committee

Committee will plan layout, parade, food trucks, and other event details

The Elwood Community Days Committee will consider the agenda items for the upcoming community celebration, including layout, parade, food trucks, liquor, bands, fireworks, games, wrist band sales, and sponsorships. The meeting will also include approval of the May 20, 2026 minutes. No final decisions are recorded in the agenda.

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COMMUNITY DAYS MEETING AGENDA 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD, ILLINOIS 60421 WEDNESDAY , Ju ly 1 5 , 2026 5:00 PM   1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PUBLIC COMMENT 5. MEETING MINUTES – CONSIDERATION 5.1 Approval of Minutes – May 20 , 2026 6. OLD BUSINESS 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Layout 7.2 Parade 7.3 Food Trucks 7.4 Liquor 7.5 Bands 7.6 Fireworks 7.7 Games / Exhibits / Shows 7.8 Wrist Bands / Ticket Sales 7.9 Sponsorships 8. OTHER BUSINESS 9. NEXT MEETING 9.1 August 1 9 , 2026 at 5:00pm 10. ADJOURNMENT
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COMMUNITY DAYS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES OF July 15, 2026 Call to Order The Community Days Committee Meeting of the Village of Elwood, July 15, 2026, at 5:00 pm, was called to order by Chairperson Chris Locacius Role Call Committee Members Present: Chris Locacuis, Susanna Turner, Vic Lopez, Natasha Cappetto, Cory Eppenstein, Laura Bowers & Joshua Walsh Also Present: Chief Marc Reid, Theresa Walsh The Meeting Opened with the Pledge to the Flag Presentation: Community Days Committee Meeting Minutes May 20, 2026: Committee Member Lopez motioned to modify the Community Days Committee Meeting minutes for May 20, 2026. Committee Member Walsh seconded the motion. All Community Days Committee Members present voted in favor of the motion. Motion carried. Public Comments – Pertaining to Agenda Items No public comment. Meeting Discussion -Layout has been created, draft copy subject to change (the car show will need to be added to the layout flyers for internal use). Request to Waste Management for additional bathrooms & wash stations. -Parade route was shortened; line up on Chicago St, start on Gardner St. Grand Marshall is Cindy Adams, honoree Max Mandac will be escorted by Elwood Police Department & honoree Steelcats Mustang Baseball Team will be escorted by Elwood Fire Protection District. Committee Member Lopez montioned for approval. Committee Member Walsh seconded the motion. All Community Days Committee Members present voted in favor of the motion. Motion carried. -Food V …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026

Village Board

Village Board to consider police scale purchase and adopt updated plan

The Board will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including presentation of the June 3, 2026 meeting minutes and paid and unpaid invoice reports for May‑June 2026. Trustees will review the May 2026 financial report and consider an ordinance to adopt the Updated Village of Elwood Comprehensive Plan. The Police Department will request authorization to purchase a new permanent scale. Closed session will address personnel matters, collective bargaining, real‑estate transactions, property pricing, and potential litigation.

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ELWOOD VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING AGENDA 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, Illinois 60421 Wednesday, July 1, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1 Scouting America Special Recognition 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (limited to two (2) minutes per person) • Public Comments Pertaining to Agenda Items 6. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be acted upon with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered after all other regular agenda items. 6.1 Presentation of Village Board Meeting Minutes June 3, 2026. 6.2 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report May 22, 2026, through June 2, 2026, in the amount of $24,273.53. 6.3 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report June 4, 2026, through June 22, 2026, in the amount of $142,904.30. 6.4 Presentation of Bills – Unpaid Invoice Report in the amount of $171,549.25. 7. REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM VILLAGE OFFICIALS 7.1 Administration – Village Administrator Fred Hayes 7.1.1 May 2026 Financial Report – Review 7.1.2 An Ordinance Approving and Adopting the Updated Village of Elwood Com- prehensive Plan- Consideration 7.2 Police Department – Chief Marc Reid 7.2.1 Department Monthly Report 7.2.2 Request Autho …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission will consider adopting the Updated Village of Elwood Comprehensive Plan

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed Updated Village of Elwood Comprehensive Plan and may recommend its adoption to the Village Board. A second public hearing will address Keigher Farms, LLC’s request to rezone about 93 acres from A‑1 Agricultural to I‑2 Light Industrial north of W. Manhattan Road and east of S. Brandon Road. The commission will also consider a motion to approve its February 24, 2026 meeting minutes.

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AGENDA PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE Tuesday, June 23, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PUBLIC HEARING The purpose of the Public Hearing is to receive comments and testimony regarding the proposed adoption of the Updated Village of Elwood Comprehensive Plan, which establishes goals, objectives, policies, and recommendations intended to guide the future grow th, development, land use, transportation, infrastructure, housing, economic development, and public facilities planning within the Village of Elwood and its planning area. 4.1 Open and Conduct Public Hearing a) Introduction of Proposed Updated Village of Elwood Comprehensive Plan b) Submittal of Proof of Notice c) Consultant Baxter and Woodman Presentation d) Public Comments and Testimony e) Planning & Zoning Discussion, if any 4.2 Close Public Hearing 4.3 Actions to be Taken Following the Public Hearing a) Motion for [approval] [denial] that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend that the Village Board approve and adopt the Updated Village of Elwood Comprehensive Plan, as presented, finding that the Plan provides a comprehensive framework to guide the future growth, development, land use, transportation, infrastructure, economic development, housing, and public facilities planning of the Village of Elwood and promotes the health, safety, and general welfare of the community. b) Seeking a Motion to Appr …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews unpaid invoice report and April financial report

The Elwood Finance Committee will review and make recommendations on the unpaid invoice report dated July 1, 2026. It will also review the paid invoice report covering May 22‑June 22, 2026, and the April 2026 financial report. Minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting will be presented for approval.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee forwards invoice and financial reports to Village Board

The Finance Committee reviewed and approved several financial reports for submission to the Village Board. These included unpaid and paid invoice reports and the May 2026 monthly financial report.

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Finance Committee Meeting Agenda 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, IL 60421 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 1. Presentation of Minutes – 5/26/2026 meeting 2. Presentation of Bills - Unpaid Invoice Report – 07/01/2026 (review and recommendation) 3. Presentation of Bills - Paid Invoice Report for 05/22/2026 thru 06/02/2026 and 06/04/2026 thru 06/22/2026 (review and recommendation) 4. Monthly Financial Report – April 2026 (review and recommendation) OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURN
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FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Meeting of June 23, 2026 The Village of Elwood Finance Committee's regular meeting on June 23, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., was called to order by Village Administrator Fred Hayes. Present: Village Administrator Fred Hayes, Finance Director Robbie Day, Committee Members Darryl Lab and Doug Mytnik Absent: Committee Member Doug Jenco PRESENTATION OF MINUTES The meeting minutes from May 26, 2026, were presented and reviewed. Committee Member Mytnik moved to approve the minutes of May 26, 2026, as presented. Committee Member Lab seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – UNPAID INVOICE REPORT The unpaid invoice report for $143,510.52 was presented and reviewed . Committee Member Lab made a motion to send the Unpaid Invoice Report to the Village Board for consideration on July 1, 2026. Committee Member Mytnik seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – PAID INVOICE REPORT The paid invoice report from 05/23/2026 through 06/02/2026 for $24,273.53 was presented and reviewed. Committee Member Mytnik made a motion to send the Paid Invoice Report as presented to the Village Board for consideration on June 3, 2026. Committee Member Lab seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – PAID INVOICE REPORT The paid invoice report from 06/04/2026 through 06/22/2026 for $142,904.30 was presented and reviewed. Committee Member Mytnik made a motion to send the Paid Invoice Repo …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026

Elwood Community Days Committee

Elwood Community Days Committee to plan event logistics

The committee is meeting to discuss the organization of Community Days. Members will review various operational components including the parade, entertainment, and vendor coordination.

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COMMUNITY DAYS MEETING AGENDA 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD, ILLINOIS 60421 WEDNESDAY, June 17, 2026 5:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PUBLIC COMMENT 5. MEETING MINUTES – CONSIDERATION 5.1 Approval of Minutes – May 20, 2026 6. OLD BUSINESS 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Layout 7.2 Parade 7.3 Food Trucks 7.4 Liquor 7.5 Bands 7.6 Fireworks 7.7 Games / Exhibits / Shows 7.8 Wrist Bands / Ticket Sales 7.9 Sponsorships 8. OTHER BUSINESS 9. NEXT MEETING 9.1 July 15, 2026 at 5:00pm 10. ADJOURNMENT
Wed Jun 3, 2026

Village Board

Village Board to consider water tower needs and library real estate contract

The Village Board will review a water tower needs assessment and proposed location. Members are considering a real estate contract with the Manhattan Elwood Public Library District and an insurance renewal plan. The board will also discuss a public safety vehicle purchase and a fire and life safety consulting agreement.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously selects Site 3 for new water tower location

The board voted unanimously to designate the Industrial Park/New Water Treatment Plant area (Site 3) as the preferred location for a new one‑million‑gallon water tower and directed Baxter & Woodman to begin engineering, environmental review, and IEPA submittals. The consent agenda—including prior meeting minutes and invoice reports—was approved unanimously. The board also approved the 2026‑2027 Alliant Mesirow insurance renewal with a 1.61% increase.

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ELWOOD VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING AGENDA 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, Illinois 60421 Wednesday, June 3, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1 JADA (Joliet Arsenal Development Authority) Rick Kwasneski Executive Director 4.2 Scouting America Recognition/Proclamation 4.3 Water Tower Needs Assessment and Proposed Location – Corrina Petrou, Baxter & Woodman 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (limited to two (2) minutes per person) • Public Comments Pertaining to Agenda Items 6. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be acted upon with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered after all other regular agenda items. 6.1 Presentation of Village Board Meeting Minutes May 6, 2026. 6.2 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report April 28, 2026, through May 5, 2026, in the amount of $35,620.80. 6.3 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report May 7, 2026, through May 22, 2026, in the amount of $49,073.82. 6.4 Presentation of Bills – Unpaid Invoice Report in the amount of $197,254.91. 7. REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM VILLAGE OFFICIALS 7.1 Administration – Village Administrator Fred Hayes 7.1.1 April 2026 Financial Report – Review 7.1.2 2026-2027 Allian …
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1. Call to Order The Elwood Village Board of Trustees meeting was called to order on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 7:00 PM at 401 E. Mississippi Avenue, Elwood, Illinois 60421. 2. Roll Call Present: President Doug Jenco, Trustee Maas, Trustee Varman, Trustee Eastman, Trustee Mytnik, Trustee Eppenstein, Trustee Lab. All members were present and accounted for. 3. Pledge to the Flag The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 4. Presentations and Public Hearings 4.1 JADA (Joliet Arsenal Development Authority) – Rick Kwasneski, Executive Director Rick Kwasneski, Executive Director of the Joliet Arsenal Development Authority (JADA), and Tim Brophy presented to the Board regarding JADA's Route 66 centennial celebration initiatives. Kwasneski explained that JADA's mission originally centered on the arsenal proper but was extended to include adjacent towns and villages. In Elwood Village Board of Trustees Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes June 3, 2026, 7:00 PM 401 E. Mississippi Avenue, Elwood, IL 60421, US recognition of the 100th anniversary of Route 66, JADA distributed $10,000 grants to each member village to promote Route 66 in whatever manner the community saw fit— whether through purchasing commemorative items, promoting events, or other means. Kwasneski noted that additional funding may become available after July. The Board viewed a short promotional video produced by JADA highlighting Route 66 history and attractions throughout Will County, including landmarks in Lemont, Lockpor …
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Wed May 27, 2026

Parks & Recreation Committee

Committee will discuss upcoming park events and potential projects

The Parks & Recreation Committee will review reports on the Glow Ride, the RCC recap, and the Farmers Market. It will consider rescheduling the July 22 meeting and plan events for the year. The committee will also discuss potential future projects.

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✓ Decided: Parks Committee reschedules July and August meetings

The committee approved moving the July 22 meeting to July 29 and scheduled an August meeting for August 26. Members discussed planning for the Glow Ride and reviewed attendance and feedback from the RCC event.

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Parks Committee Agenda Wednesday, May 27, 2025 5:30 PM Call to Order Roll Call Pledge to the Flag Presentation Reports, Upcoming Events & Programs for Discussion 5.1 Glow Ride 5.2 RCC Recap 5.3 Farmers Market 5.4 Reschedule July 22 Meeting 5.5 Scheduling Events for the Year 5.6 Upcoming Events 5.7 Upcoming Potential Projects Other Business Public Comments Next Meeting Adjournment
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Parks Committee Minutes Wednesday, May 27, 2025 1. 5:30 PM Call to Order – 5:34p 2. Roll Call – Villalobos, Puleo, Walsh, Mangun o Also in attendance – Locacius 3. Pledge to the Flag 4. Presentation of Minutes – approved 1st Villalobos, 2nd Puleo all ayes 5. Reports, Upcoming Events & Programs for Discussion o 5.1 Glow Ride ▪ More lighting – fire department may provide as well as speakers with music ▪ Some injuries claimed event make- 1st aide more visible ▪ Bottlenecked at school – maybe do snacks at the end • School parking lot might be still under construction ▪ Route 3 mi with a 10 min break in the middle where little riders could stop ▪ Work with school nurse and collaborate with walk /bike to school day ▪ 1st week after Daylight savings time helps start earlier ▪ Start at O’Connor – try to minimize crossing Mississippi ▪ Warn Diagonal portion is dark and has a steep hill for little legs ▪ Put flyer in water bill • Encourage locals to put porch light on to help light up area ▪ Add meeting in August to help organize / plan – invite Reed and Lomar o 5.2 RCC Recap ▪ Good feedback ▪ Things to consider – • May garage sale day but keeping June – more clear that we have both – one flyer for both? • Food to promote Farmers Market – raise $300 for pantry and donated extra food • 851 people signed in between 2 days • Doug and Fred put in for Pavilion for library lot that village may buy o Place for mural? – need village clerk approval for grant …
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Tue May 26, 2026

Finance Committee

Elwood Finance Committee to review unpaid and paid invoice reports

The Finance Committee will review and make recommendations on unpaid invoices and paid invoice reports. The body will also review the monthly financial report for April 2026.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved minutes and sent several financial reports to the Village Board

The committee approved the February 24, 2026 minutes. It voted to forward the unpaid invoice report ($124,706.22) and three paid invoice reports ($35,620.80 and $49,073.82) to the Village Board for consideration on June 3, 2026. The April 2026 monthly financial report was also sent to the Board. The meeting was then adjourned.

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Finance Committee Meeting Agenda 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, IL 60421 Tuesday, May 26, 2026 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 1. Presentation of Minutes – 02/24/2026 meeting 2. Presentation of Bills - Unpaid Invoice Report – 06/03/2026 (review and recommendation) 3. Presentation of Bills - Paid Invoice Report for 04/28/2026 thru 05/05/2026 and 05/07/2026 thru 05/22/2026 (review and recommendation) 4. Monthly Financial Report – April 2026 (review and recommendation) OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURN
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FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Meeting of May 26, 2026 The Village of Elwood Finance Committee's regular meeting, May 26, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., was called to order by Village Administrator Fred Hayes. Present: Village Administrator Fred Hayes, Committee Members Doug Jenco, Darryl Lab, and Doug Mytnik Absent: Finance Director Robbie Day PRESENTATION OF MINUTES The meeting minutes from February 24, 2026, were presented and reviewed. Committee Member Mytnik moved to approve the minutes of February 24, 206, as presented. Committee Member Jenco seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – UNPAID INVOICE REPORT The unpaid invoice report for $124,706,22 was presented and reviewed . Committee Member Lab made a motion to send the Unpaid Invoice Report to the Village Board for consideration on June 3, 2026. Committee Member Mytnik seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – PAID INVOICE REPORT The paid invoice report from 04/28/2026 through 05/05/2026 for $35,620.80 was presented and reviewed. Committee Member Mytnik made a motion to send the Paid Invoice Report as presented to the Village Board for consideration on June 3, 2026. Committee Member Lab seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – PAID INVOICE REPORT The paid invoice report from 05/7/2026 through 05/22/2026 for $49,073.82 was presented and reviewed. Committee Member Mytnik made a motion to send the Paid Invoice Report as presen …
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Wed May 20, 2026

Elwood Community Days Committee

Committee will plan details for Elwood Community Days event

The Elwood Community Days Committee will discuss and decide on multiple aspects of the upcoming Community Days celebration, including the event layout, parade, food trucks, liquor service, bands, fireworks, games and exhibits, wrist‑band ticket sales, and sponsorships. The meeting will also consider approval of the April 15, 2026 minutes. No other business is listed.

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✓ Decided: Community Days Committee approves final presentation for games, exhibits, and shows

The committee approved the final presentation for games, exhibits, and shows pending budget discussions. The group also modified the April 15, 2026, meeting minutes. Discussions were held regarding the parade route, food vendors, and liquor licensing.

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center-61722000 COMMUNITY DAYS MEETING AGENDA 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD, ILLINOIS 60421 WEDNESDAY, May 20, 2026 5:00 PM   CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG PUBLIC COMMENT MEETING MINUTES – CONSIDERATION 5.1 Approval of Minutes – April 15, 2026 OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Layout Parade Food Trucks Liquor Bands Fireworks Games / Exhibits / Shows Wrist Bands / Ticket Sales Sponsorships OTHER BUSINESS NEXT MEETING 9.1 June 17, 2026 at 5:00pm ADJOURNMENT
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left-20002500 COMMUNITY DAYS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES OF May 20, 2026 Call to Order The Community Days Committee Meeting of the Village of Elwood, May 20, 2026, at 5:00 pm, was called to order by Chairperson Chris Locacius Role Call Committee Members Present: Chris Locacuis, Susanna Turner, Vic Lopez, Natasha Cappetto & Joshua Walsh Also Present: Mayor Doug Jenco, Administrator Fred Hayes, Chief Marc Reid, April Veerman, Kendy Elberson, Theresa Walsh Absent: Laura Bowers, Cory Eppenstein The Meeting Opened with the Pledge to the Flag Presentation: Community Days Committee Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026: Committee Member Walsh motioned to modify the Community Days Committee Meeting minutes for April 15, 2026. Committee Member Lopez seconded the motion. All Community Days Committee Members present voted in favor of the motion. Motion carried. Public Comments – Pertaining to Agenda Items No public comment. Meeting Discussion -Layout to be finalized after budgest approval for games/exhibits & shows. Matt to work on acquiring spider boxes. -Parade route was shortened; line up on Chicago St, start on Gardner St. Grand Marshall selected but not confirmed. -Food Vendors: Black Walnut, Patti Wagon Hotdogs & More, & La Pasadita. 8 total vendors – contracts need to be signed. -Liquor: Village approved advertising liquor at the event. Liquor license to be issued June 6th. -Bands: All contracts signed, stages reserved, Tim Costa to provide lighting & sound + announcements. -Co …
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Wed May 6, 2026

Village Board

Board will consider approving the Village’s Teamsters collective bargaining agreement.

The Elwood Village Board will meet on May 6, 2026 to conduct its regular business. Items include consideration of a resolution to approve the collective bargaining agreement with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 179. The board will also consider the IDOT Baxter & Woodman design engineering agreement for the 2026 road improvement program and reappointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Additional routine items on the consent agenda involve approval of meeting minutes, payment reports, and a closed session will address employee matters, real‑estate transactions, and potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Village Board approves key contracts and collective bargaining agreement

The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the April minutes and several paid and unpaid invoice reports. They also unanimously approved a resolution to adopt the new collective bargaining agreement with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 179 for public works employees. Additionally, the board unanimously approved the design engineering agreement with Baxter & Woodman for the 2026 Road Improvement Program, covering three recommended project locations.

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ELWOOD VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING AGENDA 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, Illinois 60421 Wednesday, May 6, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1 JADA - Joliet Arsenal Development Authority 4.2 Police Week Proclamation 4.3 Public Works Week Proclamation 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (limited to two (2) minutes per person) • Public Comments Pertaining to Agenda Items 6. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be acted upon with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered after all other regular agenda items. 6.1 Presentation of Village Board Meeting Minutes April 1, 2026. 6.2 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report March 24, 2026, through March 31, 2026 in the amount of $30,311.94. 6.3 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report April 2, 2026, through April 27, 2026 in the amount of $65,989.94. 6.4 Presentation of Bills – Unpaid Invoice Report in the amount of $210,091.09. 7. REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM VILLAGE OFFICIALS 7.1 Administration – Village Administrator Fred Hayes 7.1.1 March 2026 Financial Report – Review 7.1.2 Resolution Approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the Vil- lage of Elwood and the International Brotherhood o …
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1. Call To Order Village President Doug Jenco called the Elwood Village Board of Trustees meeting to order. 2. Roll Call Present: Village President Doug Jenco, Trustee Eppenstein, Trustee Lab, Trustee Maas, Trustee Varman, Trustee Eastman Absent: Trustee Mytnik A quorum was established. 3. Pledge To The Flag Village President Jenco led the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Presentations And Public Hearings 4.1. JADA – Joliet Arsenal Development Authority This item was skipped as the representatives were not in attendance. 4.2. Police Week Proclamation Village President Jenco read aloud the Police Week Proclamation, recognizing the vital role of law enforcement officers in safeguarding the rights and freedoms of all citizens. The proclamation was presented to the police department. Elwood Village Board of Trustees Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes May 6, 2026, 7:00 PM 401 E. Mississippi Avenue, Elwood, IL 60421, US 4.3. Public Works Week Proclamation Village President Jenco read aloud the Public Works Week Proclamation, acknowledging the professionalism, skill, and commitment of Elwood's Public Works employees in maintaining infrastructure and restoring essential services. 5. Public Comments (Limited To Two (2) Minutes Per Person) No public comments were recorded pertaining to agenda items. 6. Consent Agenda 6.1. Presentation of Village Board Meeting Minutes April 1, 2026. 6.2. Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report March 24, 2026, through March 31, 2026 in the amount of $30,311.94 …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee meeting cancelled; agenda items not acted on

The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for April 28, 2026 in Elwood was cancelled. The agenda had included a presentation of the February 24, 2026 minutes. It also listed reviews of unpaid and paid invoice reports and a March 2026 financial report.

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CANCELLED Finance Committee Meeting Agenda 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, IL 60421 Tuesday, April 28, 2026 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 1. Presentation of Minutes – 02/24/2026 meeting 2. Presentation of Bills - Unpaid Invoice Report – 05/06/2026 (review and recommendation) 3. Presentation of Bills - Paid Invoice Report for 03/24/2026 thru 03/31/2026 and 04/02/2026 thru 04/27/2026 (review and recommendation) 4. Monthly Financial Report – March 2026 (review and recommendation) OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURN
Tue Apr 28, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

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AGENDA PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE Tuesday, April 28, 2026 7:00 PM
Mon Apr 27, 2026

Red Carpet Corridor Committee

Red Carpet Corridor Committee to discuss event scheduling and promotions

The committee will meet to discuss the schedule of events, promotions, and giveaway distribution for the Red Carpet Corridor. The agenda also includes a presentation and a review of volunteer needs.

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Red Carpet Committee Agenda Monday, April 27, 2026 4:00 PM 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge to the Flag 4. Presentation 5. Reports, Upcoming Events & Programs for Discussion 5.1 Schedule of Events 5.2 Promotions during RCC 5.3 Giveaway Distribution 5.4 Volunteer 6. Other Business 7. Public Comments 8. Next Meeting 9. Adjournment
Wed Apr 15, 2026

Elwood Community Days Committee

Elwood Community Days Committee to plan event logistics

The committee is meeting to discuss the organization of Community Days. The agenda focuses on planning various event components including entertainment, vendors, and sales.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Community Days Committee approved the April 15, 2026 meeting minutes after a motion and second, with all present members voting in favor. The committee then moved to adjourn, which was also approved unanimously. No other substantive actions or decisions were taken.

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COMMUNITY DAYS MEETING AGENDA 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD, ILLINOIS 60421 MONDAY, April 15, 2026 5:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PUBLIC COMMENT 5. MEETING MINUTES – CONSIDERATION 5.1 Approval of Minutes – March 30, 2026 6. OLD BUSINESS 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Layout 7.2 Parade 7.3 Food Trucks 7.4 Liquor 7.5 Bands 7.6 Fireworks 7.7 Games / Exhibits / Shows 7.8 Wrist Bands / Ticket Sales 7.9 Sponsorships 8. OTHER BUSINESS 9. NEXT MEETING 9.1 May 20, 2026 at 5:00pm 10. ADJOURNMENT
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left-20002500 COMMUNITY DAYS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES OF April 15, 2026 Call to Order The Community Days Committee Meeting of the Village of Elwood, April 15, 2026, at 5:00 pm, was called to order by Chairperson Chris Locacius Role Call Committee Members Present: Chris Locacuis, Susanna Turner, Cory Eppenstein, Natasha Cappetto & Joshua Walsh Also Present: Mayor Doug Jenco, Robbie Day, April Veerman, Joy Ronald, Kendy Elberson, Theresa Walsh, and Tim Puleo Absent: Vic Lopez, Laura Bowers The Meeting Opened with the Pledge to the Flag Presentation: Community Days Committee Meeting Minutes April 15, 2026: Committee Member Walsh motioned to approve the Community Days Committee Meeting minutes for April 15, 2026. Committee Member Eppenstein seconded the motion. All Community Days Committee Members present voted in favor of the motion. Motion carried. Public Comments – Pertaining to Agenda Items Red Carpet Cooridor Event – Looking for Volunteers Meeting Discussion -Parade invitation letters have been sent out as well as posted online. Grand Marshall TBD. -Food Vendors: Black Walnut. Waiting on Patti Wagon Hotdogs & More, Deliciousness Food, Raceway Pizza & La Pasadita. -Bands for 9-11-26; Justin Russell (5pm – 6:45pm), Hood Wink (8pm – 11pm). Bands for 9-12-26; Hard Rock Fossils (1pm – 2:30pm), Rumble Cats (3pm – 4:30pm), Junkyard Dogs (5pm – 6:30pm) & Cadilac Groove (8pm – 12am). -Committee to look into ordering shirts for staff & to be sold at the event. -Charity 5K co …
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Wed Apr 1, 2026

Village Board

Village Board to consider annual budget for May 2026 through April 2027

The Village Board will consider an ordinance for the annual budget and rules for the Parks and Recreation Committee. The board is also reviewing regulations for golf carts and utility task vehicles on village streets. Personnel decisions for the Police Department are scheduled for approval.

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✓ Decided: Village Board adopted the FY 2026‑2027 budget

The board unanimously adopted the annual budget ordinance for fiscal year May 1 2026 through April 30 2027. It also approved the acceptance of the CJ Logistics bill of sale, a line‑of‑credit reduction, and the maintenance bond request. Additional actions included adopting a golf‑cart/UTV ordinance, approving a parks‑committee governance ordinance, promoting Officer Anthony Lohmar to Police Commander, and appointing Alexandra Cimino as a full‑time officer.

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ELWOOD VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING AGENDA 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, Illinois 60421 Wednesday, April 1, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (limited to two (2) minutes per person) • Public Comments Pertaining to Agenda Items 6. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be acted upon with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered after all other regular agenda items. 6.1 Presentation of Village Board Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026. 6.2 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report February 24, 2026, through March 3, 2026 in the amount of $1,064,691.43. 6.3 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report March 5, 2026, through March 23, 2026 in the amount of $71,062.92. 6.4 Presentation of Bills – Unpaid Invoice Report in the amount of $197,430.11. 7. REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM VILLAGE OFFICIALS 7.1 Administration – Village Administrator Fred Hayes 7.1.1 February 2026 Financial Report – Review 7.1.2 An Ordinance Approving the Annual Budget of the Village of Elwood Beginning May 1, 2026 and Ending April 30, 2027 – Consideration 7.1.3 Acceptance of Bill of Sale from CJ Logistics & Approval of LOC Reduction Request No. 2 …
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Elwood Village Board of Trustees Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes April 1, 2026, 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by President Jenco. ROLL CALL Roll call was conducted with all trustees present: President Jenco, Trustee Maas, Trustee Varman, Trustee Eastman, Trustee Mytnik, Trustee Eppenstein, and Trustee Lab. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG The Pledge of Allegiance was led by President Jenco. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS No presentations or public hearings were conducted. PUBLIC COMMENTS No public comments were made pertaining to agenda items. CONSENT AGENDA Village Administrator Fred Hayes presented the consent agenda, which included the March 4, 2026 village board meeting minutes, paid invoice report February 24, 2026, through March 3, 2026 totaling $1,064,691.43, paid invoice report March 5, 2026, through March 23, 2026 totaling $71,062.92 and unpaid invoices totaling $197,430.11. Motion: Trustee Mytnik moved to approve the consent agenda as presented. Trustee Varman seconded. Motion carried unanimously. REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM VILLAGE OFFICIALS Administration – Village Administrator Fred Hayes February 2026 Financial Report – Review Hayes presented the February 2026 financial report prepared by Finance Director Robbie Day, which detailed the village's year-to-date revenues, expenses, and end-of-month fund cash balances. An Ordinance Approving the Annual Budget of the Village of Elwood Beginning May 1, …
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Mon Mar 30, 2026

Elwood Community Days Committee

Elwood Community Days Committee to discuss updates and survey results

The Community Days Committee will meet to review committee updates and areas of responsibility. The body is also scheduled to discuss survey results.

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✓ Decided: Committee adjourned meeting unanimously

The Community Days Committee voted to adjourn the March 30, 2026 meeting. All members present voted in favor, and the motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

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COMMUNITY DAYS MEETING A G E N D A 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD , ILLINOIS 60421 MONDAY, March 30, 2 0 2 6 5: 0 0 P M 1. CALL TO O R D E R 2. ROLL C A L L 3. PLEDGE TO THE F L A G 4. P U B L IC C O M M E N T 5. MEETING MINUTES 6. OLD BUSINESS 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Committee Update 7.2 Areas of Responsibility 7.3 Survey Results 8. OTHER BUSINESS 9. NEXT MEETING 10. ADJOURNMENT
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COMMUNITY DAYS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES OF March 30, 2026 Call to Order The Community Days Committee Meeting of the Village of Elwood, March 30, 2026, at 5:00 pm, was called to order by Chairperson Chris Locacius Role Call Committee Members Present: Chris Locacuis, Susanna Turner, Cory Eppenstein, Vic Lopez, Natasha Cappetto & Joshua Walsh Also Present: Mayor Doug Jenco, Robbie Day, April Veerman, Joy Ronald, Marc Reid, Dori Eppenstein, Kendy Elberson, Theresa Walsh, Ehrin Villalobos, and Tim Puleo Absent: Laura Bowers The Meeting Opened with the Pledge to the Flag Public Comments – Pertaining to Agenda Items Members of the audience did not provide public comments regarding agenda items. Meeting Discussion A listing of responsibilities was delegated. Survey Results were discussed. Already booked: -Fireworks (9-12-26 $8,400) -Band (Hoodwink 9-11-26 $1,500.00) -Cadillac Grove ($2,600 - Deposit already paid) -Tim Costa (Sound System BOTH nights + Parade $2,800.00) -20 x 40 Pole Tent + 75 chairs & 8 tables ($1,123.75) Other Business: None Public Comments: None Next Scheduled Meeting: April 15, 2026 Adjournment: Chairperson Chris Locacius moved to adjourn the meeting. Secretary Susanna Turner seconded the motion. All Community Days Committee Members present voted in favor of the motion, which carried. Time: 6:05 pm Susanna Turner, Secretary
Tue Mar 24, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee will review unpaid and paid invoice reports and February finances

The Elwood Finance Committee will review the minutes from the February 24, 2026 meeting, examine an unpaid invoice report dated April 1, 2026, examine paid invoice reports covering February 24–March 3 and March 5–March 23, 2026, and discuss the February 2026 financial report. Recommendations may be made based on these reviews.

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Finance Committee Meeting Agenda 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, IL 60421 Tuesday, March 24, 2026 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 1. Presentation of Minutes – 02/24/2026 meeting 2. Presentation of Bills - Unpaid Invoice Report – 04/01/2026 (review and recommendation) 3. Presentation of Bills - Paid Invoice Report for 02/24/2026 thru 03/03/2026 and 03/05/2026 thru 03/23/2026 (review and recommendation) 4. Monthly Financial Report – February 2026 (review and recommendation) OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURN CANCELLED
Tue Mar 24, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

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AGENDA PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE Tuesday, March 24, 2026 7:00 PM
Wed Mar 18, 2026

Parks & Recreation Committee

Parks & Recreation Committee to review Route 66 event and Elwood Days

The committee will discuss upcoming events and programs, including the Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Event and Elwood Days. Members will also review the Rules of Governance for the committee.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves church donut‑hole giveaway at Route 66 event

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved a church request to hand out donut holes from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the vendor area of the Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor event. The meeting also reviewed event logistics, discussed plans for Elwood Days, considered adopting committee governance rules, and set future meeting dates, but no other formal approvals were recorded.

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PARK AND RECREATION MEETING AGENDA 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD ILLINOIS 60421 WEDNESDAY, March 18, 2026 5:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PRESENTATION 1. Minutes of January 27, 2026 – Consideration 5. REPORTS, UPCOMING EVENTS & PROGRAMS FOR DISCUSSION 5.1 Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Event – Review 5.2 Elwood Days 5.3 Rules of Governance for the Park and Recreation Committee 6. OTHER BUSINESS 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS 8. NEXT MEETING May 27, 2026 9. ADJOURNMENT
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PARK AND RECREATION MEETING MINUTES 401 E. MISSISSIPPI AVENUE ELWOOD ILLINOIS 60421 WEDNESDAY, March 18, 2026 5:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER – 5:30PM 2. ROLL CALL – Present : Walsh, Villalobos, Mangun, Puleo / Absent - Friebele Also present: Rodgers, Jenco, Maas, Locacius, Blatti 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PRESENTATION of Minutes of January 27, 2026 – Consideration Motion – Villalobos, seconded Puleo 5. REPORTS, UPCOMING EVENTS & PROGRAMS FOR DISCUSSION 5.1 Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Event – Review • Crafters and tractors are booked • Farmers weekly review write up article – Ask Irvine • Cards to put out by doors • Water bottles – QR code coming in the future – we purchased 100 to give away • Sticker approved • 500 shot glasses to give away – put out one box at a time and set out gradually o 50 Friday 300 on Saturday and 150 Sunday o Pass out 500 Rosie stickers Friday o Flyers to give out to Wilmington and Joliet to have them pass out at their tents ▪ Need final official flyer on April 22nd. – send to Marie ▪ Will already be ready for April Water Bill – front and back with specifics • Villalobos will make outline and ask for more details as needed • New design to make it pop from the Save the Date • Rodgers to send Mangun amazon info for tent to make vinyl for sides • Mangun to make and attach stickers for cars • Farmers Market vendors – Hall, Langes, and more need to purchase produce o Coordinating event application already sent to health dept. o Full list of summer vendors …
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Wed Mar 4, 2026

Village Board

Village Board holds budget public hearing for FY 2026‑2027

The Elwood Village Board will conduct a public hearing on the proposed budget covering May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027, with staff presentation and public comments. Routine consent agenda items include paid invoice reports of $27,167.94 (Jan 27‑Feb 4, 2026) and $41,343.21 (Feb 6‑Feb 23, 2026) and an unpaid invoice report of $161,996.96. The board will consider a resolution appointing Marc Reid as Chief of Police, the first reading of an ordinance approving the annual budget, and a special‑use ordinance for a telecommunications tower west of 21301 W Mississippi Avenue. Reports from village officials and closed‑session matters are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approved a special‑use permit for a telecom tower at 21301 W Mississippi Ave.

The board approved a special‑use ordinance allowing New Cingular Wireless (AT&T Mobility) to construct a monopole telecommunications tower on property owned by the Elwood Maple Hill Cemetery, with conditions for a NEPA review and disassembly requirements. The motion passed with four votes in favor and two against. Other actions included appointing Marc Reid as chief of police, approving a $750 donation to the Elwood Jackson History Club, and confirming members of the Elwood Community Days Committee. The consent agenda and the FY 2026‑2027 budget public‑hearing agenda were also approved unanimously.

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ELWOOD VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING AGENDA 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, Illinois 60421 Wednesday, March 4, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 4. PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.0 Recognition of Max Mandac Illinois High School Association Class 2A State Wrestling Champion 4.1 May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027, Budget Public Hearing 1. Open Public Hearing a) Proof of Notice b) Staff Presentation c) Village Board of Trustees Discussion d) Public Comments 2. Close Public Hearing 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (limited to two (2) minutes per person) • Public Comments Pertaining to Agenda Items 6. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be acted upon with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event, the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered after all other regular agenda items. 6.1 Presentation of Village Board Meeting Minutes February 4, 2026. 6.2 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report January 27, 2026 through February 4, 2026 in the amount of $27,167.94. 6.3 Presentation of Bills – Paid Invoice Report February 6, 2026 through February 23, 2026 in the amount of $41,343.21. 6.4 Presentation of Bills – Unpaid Invoice Report in the amount of $161,996.96. 7. REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM VILLAGE OFFICIALS 7.1 Administra …
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1 ELWOOD VILLAGE BOARD MEETING MINUTES OF March 4, 2026 Call to Order The Meeting of the Village Board of Trustees, Village of Elwood, January 7, 2026, at 7:00 pm, was called to order by Village President Doug Jenco. Role Call Present: Village Board President Doug Jenco, Village Board Trustee Tricia Maas, Michael Varman, June Eastman, Dorothy Eppenstein, Darryl Lab, and Doug Mytnik Also Present: Village Administrator/Village Clerk Fred Hayes, Chief Marc Reid, Public Works Supervisor Matt Murphy, and Village Attorney Bryan Wellner The Meeting Opened with the Pledge to the Flag Presentations and Public Hearing Recognition Of Max Mandac Illinois High School Association Class 2A State Wrestling Champion. Village President Doug Jenco presented a proclamation recognizing Max Mandac as the Illinois High School Association Class 2A State Wrestling Champion. May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027, Budget Public Hearing The public hearing for the Village of Elwood budget fiscal year May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027 was conducted. Motion to open and conduct a public hearing for the proposed annual fiscal year May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027 budget of the Village of Elwood at 7:06 PM was made by Trustee Maas, seconded by Trustee Lab. Roll call: Village President Jenco: Yes, Trustee Maas: Yes, Trustee Varman: Yes, Trustee Eastman: Yes, Trustee Eppenstein: Yes, Trustee Mytnik: Yes, Trustee Lab: Yes. Motion carried. Proof of publication notic …
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Tue Feb 24, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee reviews unpaid and paid invoice reports and January financials

The Elwood Finance Committee will review the minutes from the 1/27/2026 meeting. It will examine an unpaid invoice report dated 3/4/2026 and a paid invoice report covering 1/27‑2/04/2026 and 2/06‑2/23/2026, and make recommendations. The committee will also review the January 2026 monthly financial report and consider recommendations. Public comments are scheduled before adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved minutes and forwarded reports to Village Board

The committee approved the January 24, 2026 meeting minutes. It voted to send the unpaid invoice report of $161,996,96, the paid invoice report of $68,511.15, and the January 2026 monthly financial report to the Village Board for consideration on March 4, 2026. The meeting was then adjourned.

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Finance Committee Meeting Agenda 401 E. Mississippi Avenue Elwood, IL 60421 Tuesday, February 24, 2026 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE TO THE FLAG 1. Presentation of Minutes – 01/27/2026 meeting 2. Presentation of Bills - Unpaid Invoice Report – 03/04/2026 (review and recommendation) 3. Presentation of Bills - Paid Invoice Report for 01/27/2026 thru 02/04/2026 and 02/06/2026 thru 02/23/2026 (review and recommendation) 4. Monthly Financial Report – January 2026 (review and recommendation) OTHER BUSINESS PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURN
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FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Meeting of February 24, 2026 The Village of Elwood Finance Committee's regular meeting , February 24, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., was called to order by Finance Director Day. Present: Finance Director Robbie Day, Committee Members Doug Jenco & Doug Mitnik, and Village Administrator Fred Hayes Absent: Darryl Lab PRESENTATION OF MINUTES The meeting minutes from January 24, 2026 , were presented and reviewed. Committee Member Jenco moved to approve the minutes of January 24, 206, as presented. Committee Member Mitnik seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – UNPAID INVOICE REPORT The unpaid invoice report for $161,996,96 was presented and reviewed. Committee Member Mitnik made a motion to send the Unpaid Invoice Report to the Village Board for consideration on March 4, 2026 . Committee Member Jenco seconded the motion. The motion carried. PRESENTATION OF BILLS – PAID INVOICE REPORT The paid invoice report from 01/27/2026 through 02/04/2026 and 02/06/2026 through 02/26/2026 for $68,511.15 was presented and reviewed. Committee Member Jenco made a motion to send the Paid Invoice Report as presented to the Village Board for consideration on March 4, 2026. Committee Member Mitnik seconded the motion. The motion carried. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT The January 2026 monthly report was presented and reviewed . The committee discussed the month's benchmark overages and shortfalls. Committee Member Mytnik ma …
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Tue Feb 24, 2026

Red Carpet Corridor Committee

Committee will discuss upcoming events and programs for the Red Carpet Corridor

The Red Carpet Corridor Committee will hold its regular meeting to receive reports and discuss upcoming events, promotions, giveaways, and volunteer opportunities related to the corridor. The agenda includes a presentation, a schedule of events, and other business items. No specific actions or votes are listed.

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✓ Decided: RCC Committee approves sticker design and $250 car budget, then adjourns

The committee voted to approve the sticker design motion, with all members in favor. It also approved a $250 budget to purchase 500 cars from Oriental Trading, again with unanimous support. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that received all ayes.

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Red Carpet Committee A g e n d a Tuesday, February 24, 2 0 2 6 3:30 p m 1 . Call to O r d e r 2 . Roll C a ll 3 . Pledge to the F la g 4 . P re s e n ta tio n 5 . Reports, Upcoming Events & Programs for D is c u s s io n 5 .1 Schedule of E v e n ts 5 .2 Promotion of R C C 5 .3 G iv e a w a y s 5 .4 Volunteer T im e s 6 . Other B u s in e s s 7 . Public C o m m e n ts 8 . Next M e e tin g 9 . A d jo u rn m e n t
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1. Call to Order at 3:44 a. Motion to make Walsh Chairperson by Mangun, Seconded by Villalobos b. Motion to make Mangun Secretary by Walsh, seconded Puleo i. Send minutes and agenda to Fred 2. Roll Call – Walsh, Mangun, Puleo a. Also in attendance Hayes, Locacius, Jenco 3. Pledge to the Flag 4. Presentation 5. Reports, upcoming events, and programs for discussion a. Needs for RCC committee i. Pictures from previous events 1. Tim has one of car at children’s garden ii. Sticker approval – 1. Motion by Mangun seconded by Puleo all in favor 2. Check formatting – size / shape iii. $5000 left from grant Water bottles given at Joliet and Bloomington a. We have option to purchase and sell for $9 wholesale – recommended selling for $18 b. Buy and give away limited quantities – first come / one per person i. Purchase 100 for around $1000 2. $1500 for 500 shot glasses 3. $400 for red carpet corridor organizers (if needed will most likely come from village fund) 4. $1500 for the mural start up a. final cost dependent on location and material b. Might not want to put a permanent structure on lot c. Hold for later date 5. $250 budgeted for cars from oriental trading for 500 cars a. Motion – Puleo, Second – Villalobos – ayes all around 6. Added signage in town with corrugated boards 7. Iron vinyl for tent – nylon tent (maybe permanent vinyl) a. Red carpet logo / Elwood Tree logo b. Schedule of events i. Full weekend 1. Specials a. Silver Dollar – Root be …
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Traffic fatalities1 (2022)
Business establishments17,085 (267,545 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,761/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy16.8% (low numeracy 25% · 2017)

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$21.4M
Annual budget
$33.8M
Debt outstanding
2
Permitted housing units

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Budget

Revenue$21.4M
Spending$10.3M
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Debt load MODERATE

Outstanding debt$33.8M
Debt-to-revenue1.58×
Debt-load index51 / 100
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White kids
0.467
All kids
0.411
Black kids
0.325

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