Elwood public meetings in 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

The provided document contains only the meeting header and location for the Elwood Planning & Zoning Commission. There are no specific items, proposals, or decisions listed for discussion.

Finance Committee

The Elwood Finance Committee is meeting to review and recommend approval of the November 2023 monthly financial report, along with paid and unpaid invoice reports. The agenda is routine financial oversight, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of minutes from 11/28/2023 meetings
• Unpaid invoice report for 01/10/2024
• Paid invoice reports for 11/29/2023-12/05/2023 and 12/07/2023-12/18/2023
• Monthly financial report for November 2023

Joint Review Board of the Deer Run Industrial Park Economic Development Project Area TIF Disclosure

The Joint Review Board will meet to review financial activity within the Deer Run Industrial Park Economic Development Project Area TIF District for Fiscal Year 2023. This annual meeting is conducted as required by State Statute.

• Presentation of report on compliance with Public Act 85-1142 for the period ended April 30, 2023
• Village President’s Certification
• Legal Counsel’s Opinion
• Appointment of a public member

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance regarding the Illinois Paid Leave For All Workers Act. The agenda contains this single item of business, along with standard procedural items like roll call and public comments.

• Consideration of an ordinance regarding the Illinois Paid Leave For All Workers Act

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board will consider several ordinances, including the 2023 property tax levy, a rear setback variance for Habitat, and amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding variances. They will also review financial reports, a police department request for Flock Safety cameras and in-car video systems, and an insurance proposal. The meeting includes public comment periods and a closed session for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Ordinance approving 2023 Property Tax Levy
• Ordinance granting rear setback variance (Habitat)
• Ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance 656 regarding variances
• Request to approve agreement for Flock Safety cameras
• Request to purchase in-car video camera system

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the monthly financial report for October 2023. Members will also review and provide recommendations on unpaid and paid invoice reports.

• Review of unpaid invoice report dated 12/06/2023
• Review of paid invoice reports for 10/28/2023 through 11/28/2023
• Review of October 2023 Monthly Financial Report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Elwood Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a two-unit ranch duplex at 932 and 934 Arrowhead Drive. The variance would reduce the required rear yard setback from 40 feet to 38.30 feet for the southeast corner of the property. The public is invited to attend and comment.

• Variance to allow 38.30-foot rear yard setback instead of required 40 feet
• Property located in R-1 Single Family Residential District
• Construction of a two-unit ranch duplex
• Public hearing at Elwood Village Hall, 401 E. Mississippi Avenue
• Application available for review at Village Hall and on village website

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Village Zoning Ordinance. The proposal seeks to clarify that granted variances do not expire in twelve months if they are being utilized. It also proposes allowing the President and Board of Trustees to extend the twelve-month period for an additional twelve months.

• Public hearing regarding Village Zoning Ordinance amendment
• Proposed change to variance expiration rules

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Elwood Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a variance request to reduce the rear yard setback from 40 to 38.30 feet for a proposed two-unit ranch duplex at 932 and 934 Arrowhead Drive, and a proposed amendment to the Village Zoning Ordinance clarifying that variances do not expire in twelve months unless unused, and allowing the Village Board to extend the period. The Commission will then vote to recommend approval or denial of both items to the Village Board. The agenda also includes consideration of the September 26, 2023 meeting minutes and a discussion of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Variance for rear yard setback reduction from 40 to 38.30 feet for duplex at 932/934 Arrowhead Drive (Lot 274, Meadowbrook 5th Addition)
• Proposed zoning text amendment on variance expiration and extension by Village Board
• Consideration of September 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board is holding a public hearing on a proposed 2023 property tax levy increase from $639,525 to $1,184,301, an 85.18% increase over the previous year. The hearing is required by law and will allow residents to present testimony. The board will explain the reasons for the increase.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023 property tax levy increase
• Levy increase from $639,525 to $1,184,301 (85.18% increase)
• Debt service and public building commission leases remain at $0.00
• Hearing at Elwood Village Hall, 401 E. Mississippi Avenue, Council Chambers, Nov 1, 2023, 7:00 p.m.

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed 2023 property tax levy increase, then consider an ordinance approving the levy. The board will also consider a moratorium on lithium battery storage and recycling permits, a new water and wastewater contract, and other routine items.

• Public hearing on 2023 property tax levy increase
• Ordinance approving 2023 property tax levy (1st read)
• Moratorium on permits for lithium battery storage and recycling
• OTM Environmental Services potable water & wastewater contract
• Bills paid totaling $96,371.43 and unpaid invoices of $220,696.88

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for October 31, 2023, was canceled. The agenda contained only procedural items.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review the meeting minutes from September 26, 2023. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan.

• Consideration of September 26, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan

Elwood International Port Authority

The Elwood International Port Authority is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, October 24, 2023, at 5:00 PM. The provided document contains only the meeting title, location, date, and time, with no specific agenda items listed.

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board is holding its regular meeting with routine consent agenda items, including approval of minutes and payment of bills totaling over $236,000. Officials will present monthly reports from police, public works, and administration, and the board will consider a donation request from the Elwood Beautification Committee. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Paid invoices Aug 30-Sep 5: $31,653.85
• Paid invoices Sep 7-26: $50,650.90
• Unpaid invoices: $154,619.75
• August 2023 Financial Report review
• Elwood Beautification Committee donation request

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to consider minutes from July and to discuss upcoming events, including a follow-up on 2023 Community Days, planning for 2024 Community Days, and several holiday activities. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no major decisions or contracts listed.

• Consideration of July 26, 2023 minutes
• 2023 Elwood Community Days follow-up
• 2024 Elwood Community Days planning
• 2023 Halloween Trick or Treat
• 2023 Tree Lighting & Christmas Parade

Finance Committee

The Elwood Finance Committee is meeting to review and make recommendations on the unpaid invoice report, paid invoice reports, and the August 2023 monthly financial report. The agenda is routine financial oversight with no major policy decisions.

• Review of unpaid invoice report dated 10/04/2023
• Review of paid invoices for 08/30/2023-09/05/2023 and 09/07/2023-09/26/2023
• Review of August 2023 monthly financial report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Elwood Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider minutes from July and discuss several items, including a comprehensive plan grant opportunity, sprinkler system requirements for existing buildings in commercial districts, and upcoming community events. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; most items are for discussion.

• Consideration of July 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of comprehensive plan grant opportunity
• Discussion of sprinkler systems in existing C-1, C-2, C-3 buildings
• Discussion of 2023 Halloween Trick or Treat & Kids Pumpkin Carving Party
• Discussion of 2023 Tree Lighting & Christmas Parade

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board will consider ordinances to abate 2023 taxes for two general obligation refunding bond series, levy a special tax for Special Service Area Number 1, and set Halloween trick-or-treat hours. The board will also review financial reports and department updates, and may enter closed session for personnel, real estate, or litigation matters.

• Ordinance to abate 2023 tax for $3,805,000 Series 2010A refunding bonds
• Ordinance to abate 2023 tax for $17,325,000 Series 2023 refunding bonds
• Ordinance levying special tax for Special Service Area Number 1 for 2023
• Halloween trick-or-treat hours consideration
• Paid invoices totaling $97,281.93 and unpaid invoices of $195,574.27

The Village Board approved ordinances to abate property taxes for two different bond series to prevent them from appearing on tax bills. The board also approved a special tax for Special Service Area Number 1 for 2023. Additionally, the board set the official hours for Halloween trick-or-treating.

• Approved Consent Agenda including bills totaling $292,856.20 (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance abating 2023 taxes for $3,805,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2010A (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance abating 2023 taxes for $17,325,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2023 (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance levying and extending a special tax of $1,031,683 for Special Service Area Number 1 for tax year 2023 (5-0)
• Set Halloween Trick or Treat hours for October 31st from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm (4-1)

Finance Committee

This Finance Committee meeting has been canceled. The agenda included routine items such as reviewing minutes, unpaid and paid invoice reports, and the July 2023 financial report, but no decisions will be made.

• Meeting canceled
• Minutes from 07/25/2023 meetings
• Unpaid invoice report for 09/06/2023
• Paid invoice reports for 07/25-08/01 and 08/04-08/28
• Monthly financial report for July 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on zoning and land use matters. The agenda includes public hearings and reports on various planning items.

• Public hearing on zoning ordinance amendment
• Discussion of a special use permit application
• Review of a subdivision plat
• Consideration of a comprehensive plan update

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board is meeting to review routine reports and consider two notable items: an ordinance amending the code regarding sprinkler systems in buildings, and a request to authorize hiring a part-time police officer. The board will also review financial reports and approve bills totaling over $141,000. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Ordinance amending code regarding sprinkler systems in buildings
• Request to authorize hiring part-time police officer
• Paid invoices: $712.48 (July 8-11) and $46,863.63 (July 13-24)
• Unpaid invoices: $94,278.75
• June 2023 financial report review

The Village Board approved an ordinance updating fire sprinkler requirements for certain new commercial tenants in existing buildings. The Board also appointed a new part-time police officer and approved the consent agenda.

• Approved ordinance amending fire sprinkler requirements for new commercial tenants in existing buildings under 3,000 sq. ft. (5-0)
• Appointed Joseph Walsh as a part-time police officer (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including bills totaling $141,804.86 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Elwood Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to consider the minutes from January 25, 2023, and to discuss upcoming events and programs, specifically Elwood Days and the BMX track. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Consideration of January 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Elwood Days event
• Discussion of BMX track

The committee approved the meeting minutes from January 25, 2023. Members discussed the need for volunteers and online t-shirt sales for Elwood Days. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Elwood Finance Committee is meeting to review routine financial items, including minutes from a prior meeting, unpaid and paid invoice reports, and the June 2023 monthly financial report. The committee will make recommendations on these items. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Review of minutes from 05/23/2023 meetings
• Unpaid invoice report as of 08/02/2023
• Paid invoice reports for 07/08-07/11 and 07/13-07/24
• Monthly financial report for June 2023

The Finance Committee reviewed and approved the May 23, 2023 meeting minutes. The committee voted to send an unpaid invoice report, a paid invoice report, and the June 2023 monthly financial report to the Village Board for consideration on August 2, 2023.

• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved sending $94,278.75 unpaid invoice report to Village Board
• Approved sending $47,576.11 paid invoice report to Village Board
• Approved sending June 2023 monthly financial report to Village Board

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Elwood Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider minutes from January and discuss regulations for existing buildings in commercial districts (C-1, C-2, C-3). The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being a discussion on existing buildings in those zones.

• Consideration of January 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion on existing buildings in C-1, C-2, C-3 business districts

The Commission discussed a proposed ordinance to amend sprinkler system requirements for existing buildings in C-1, C-2, and C-3 districts to encourage business occupancy. No formal vote was recorded on the ordinance. The Commission approved the January 1, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved January 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussed proposed ordinance to reduce sprinkler system requirements in C-1, C-2, and C-3 districts

Elwood International Port Authority

The Elwood International Port Authority is holding a regular meeting on July 12, 2023, at 5:00 PM. The agenda provided contains only the meeting header and no specific agenda items, so the meeting appears to be procedural or routine.

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board will review routine financial reports and consider several action items, including adopting prevailing wage rates, a donation request, and purchases for the police department. The board will also enter closed session to discuss personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Resolution adopting prevailing wage rates for public works
• Authorization to purchase a public safety vehicle
• Authorization to purchase in-car video camera systems
• Will County Center for Community Concerns donation request
• Unpaid invoice report totaling $324,546.59

The Village Board approved the purchase of a 2023 Ford Police Interceptor and two Axon in-car video camera systems. The board also adopted prevailing wage rates for public works and authorized a $1,000 donation to the Will County Center for Community Concerns.

• Approved purchase of one 2023 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle for $41,030.00 (4-0)
• Approved $35,742.61 agreement for two Axon In-Car video Camera Systems (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution Adopting the Prevailing Wage Rates for Laborers, Mechanics, and Other Workers on Public Works (4-0)
• Approved $1,000.00 donation to Will County Center for Community Concerns (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including paid invoices totaling $206,539.93 and unpaid invoices of $324,546.59 (4-0)

Finance Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Elwood Finance Committee with no specific agenda items listed. The agenda contains only the meeting time and location, so no decisions or discussions are detailed.

Planning and Zoning Commission

This is a procedural meeting agenda with no listed agenda items. The Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to convene at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, June 27, at 401 E. Mississippi Ave, but no specific decisions or discussions are detailed.

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board will consider several items, including a collective bargaining agreement with Local No. 179, a contract with OTC Environmental Services, resolutions for street maintenance and consent/conflicts, and an ordinance to dissolve the Deer Run Industrial Park economic development area. The board will also review financial reports and monthly department updates, and may enter closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, and litigation.

• Ordinance adopting collective bargaining agreement with General Chauffeurs Union Local No. 179
• OTC Environmental Services, Inc. contract consideration
• Resolution for maintenance of streets and highways under Illinois Highway Code
• Ordinance dissolving Deer Run Industrial Park Economic Development Project Area
• Paid invoices totaling $215,455.52 and unpaid invoices of $235,034.36

The Village Board approved a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the General Chauffeurs, Sales Drivers, and Helpers Union Local No. 179. The Board also dissolved the Deer Run Industrial Park Economic Development Project Area Fund and authorized an interim contract for water/wastewater operations.

• Approved three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement with Union Local No. 179 (5-0)
• Approved contract with OTM Environmental Services, Inc. for interim water/wastewater operator (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for street and highway maintenance with estimated expenditures of $82,900 (5-0)
• Approved conflict of interest waiver for Mahoney, Silverman & Cross regarding Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. project (5-0)
• Dissolved Deer Run Industrial Park Economic Development Project Area Fund (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including bills totaling $450,650.58 (5-0)
• Authorized the hiring of a full-time General Utility Maintenance Worker

Finance Committee

The Elwood Finance Committee is meeting to review and make recommendations on routine financial items, including minutes from the April 25 meeting, unpaid and paid invoice reports, and the April 2023 monthly financial report. No major policy decisions or projects are listed on the agenda.

• Review of minutes from 04/25/2023 meeting
• Unpaid invoice report dated 06/07/2023
• Paid invoice reports for 04/22/2023–05/02/2023 and 05/04/2023–05/19/2023
• Monthly financial report for April 2023

The Finance Committee reviewed and approved the forwarding of unpaid and paid invoice reports, as well as the March 2023 monthly financial report, to the Village Board for consideration on May 3, 2023. The committee also approved meeting minutes from September and November 2022.

• Approved September 27 and November 29, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved sending Unpaid Invoice Report of $181,794.49 to Village Board
• Approved sending Paid Invoice Report of $125,436.53 to Village Board
• Approved sending March 2023 monthly financial report to Village Board

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board unanimously approved several actions: a Baxter & Woodman water/wastewater operations assistance agreement after the operator resigned; the 2023-2024 Alliant Mesirow insurance renewal with a 1.27% rate decrease; a resolution to purchase 2.01 acres of vacant land for $2,000; the purchase of a 2023 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicle for $40,659; and a Morbark Eeger Beever 1821 brush chipper for $72,441.55 with a trade-in. The board also approved the consent agenda including minutes and bills totaling $326,605.48.

• Approved Baxter & Woodman water/wastewater operations assistance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Alliant Mesirow insurance renewal with 1.27% rate decrease (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to purchase 2.01 acres of vacant land for $2,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicle for $40,659 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Morbark Eeger Beever 1821 brush chipper for $72,441.55 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills totaling $326,605.48 (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Elwood Finance Committee will review and make recommendations on unpaid invoices, paid invoices from early April, and the March 2023 monthly financial report. They will also consider minutes from previous meetings. The meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2023, at 4:00 PM.

• Review of minutes from 9/30/2022 and 11/29/2022 meetings
• Unpaid invoice report for 05/03/2023
• Paid invoice reports for 04/01-04/04 and 04/06-04/21/2023
• Monthly financial report for March 2023

The Finance Committee approved the meeting minutes from September and November 2022. The committee voted to send an unpaid invoice report, a paid invoice report, and the March 2023 monthly financial report to the Village Board for consideration on May 3, 2023.

• Approved September 27 and November 29, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved sending $181,794.49 Unpaid Invoice Report to Village Board
• Approved sending $125,436.53 Paid Invoice Report to Village Board
• Approved sending March 2023 monthly financial report to Village Board

Elwood International Port Authority

This is a procedural agenda with no listed action items. The Elwood International Port Authority is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 5:00 PM at 401 E. Mississippi Avenue, Elwood, Illinois.

Village Board

The Village Board adopted the annual budget for the upcoming fiscal year and approved several professional service agreements. The board also authorized a new fingerprinting system for the police department and set future compensation for elected officials.

• Approved Annual Budget for May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Lauterbach & Amen, LLP Audit Services Agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance Setting Compensation for Elected Officials (5-0)
• Approved Baxter & Woodman Engineering Services Agreement (5-0)
• Approved $750 donation to Elwood Jackson History Club (5-0)
• Approved $18,677 purchase of Live Scan Fingerprint System (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including bills totaling $325,776.44 (5-0)

Finance Committee

This Finance Committee meeting was cancelled. The agenda would have included routine reviews of minutes, unpaid and paid invoice reports, and the February 2023 monthly financial report, but no decisions or discussions will occur.

• Meeting cancelled
• Agenda included review of unpaid invoice report for 04/05/2023
• Agenda included review of paid invoice reports for 02/25/2023-02/28/2023 and 03/02/2023-03/24/2023
• Agenda included review of February 2023 monthly financial report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Elwood Village Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing on the May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024 budget and will take a first read of the ordinance approving it. The board will also consider a service agreement for overweight truck permitting and review financial and department reports. Consent agenda items include minutes and paid/unpaid invoice reports.

• Public hearing on May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024 budget
• First read of ordinance approving annual budget
• Consideration of service agreement for overweight truck permitting services
• Paid invoices: $10,521.22 (Jan 28-31) and $71,938.38 (Feb 2-24)
• Unpaid invoice report: $130,400.96

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Elwood Parks & Recreation Committee is meeting to consider minutes from January and discuss upcoming events and programs, specifically Elwood Days and the BMX track. The agenda is largely procedural with discussion items but no formal votes on new ordinances or contracts.

• Consideration of January 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Elwood Days event
• Discussion of BMX track

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the annual budget for May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024, with a public hearing scheduled. The board will also consider a service agreement for overweight truck permitting and review monthly reports from various departments.

• Public hearing on 2023-24 budget
• Ordinance approving annual budget (first read)
• Service agreement for overweight truck permitting services
• Paid invoices totaling $82,459.60
• Unpaid invoices totaling $130,400.96

The Village Board conducted a public hearing for the proposed May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024, annual budget. The budget ordinance will be considered for adoption on April 5, 2023. The Board also approved a new contract for overweight truck permitting.

• Opened and conducted May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024 Annual Budget Public Hearing (6-0)
• Closed May 1, 2023 – April 30, 2024 Annual Budget Public Hearing (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including February 1 minutes and bills totaling $212,860.56 (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Oxcart Permit Systems, LLC for overweight truck permitting (5-0)

Finance Committee

This Finance Committee meeting was canceled. The agenda had included routine items such as approving minutes, reviewing unpaid and paid invoice reports, and reviewing the January 2023 monthly financial report.

• Meeting canceled
• Minutes from 9/30/2022 and 11/29/2022 meetings
• Unpaid invoice report as of 03/01/2023
• Paid invoice reports for late January and February 2023
• January 2023 monthly financial report

Planning and Zoning Commission

This agenda contains only the meeting date, time, and location. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or administrative in nature.

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board is holding its regular meeting with routine consent agenda items, including approval of minutes and payment of bills totaling over $660,000. The board will also receive reports from the Village Administrator, Police Chief, and Public Works Director, including a discussion on Well 10. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2023
• Payment of bills: $31,155.89 (Jan 1-10) and $74,287.57 (Jan 12-27)
• Unpaid invoice report totaling $555,515.82
• Discussion of Well 10 by Public Works Director
• Closed session for personnel, real estate, and litigation

Finance Committee

This Finance Committee meeting, scheduled for January 31, 2023, has been canceled. The agenda included routine items such as approval of minutes, review of unpaid and paid invoices, and the December 2022 financial report.

• Meeting canceled
• Minutes from 9/30/2022 and 11/29/2022
• Unpaid invoice report as of 02/01/2023
• Paid invoice reports for 01/01-01/10 and 01/12-01/27/2023
• December 2022 monthly financial report

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Elwood Parks & Recreation Committee is meeting to consider approving the minutes from July 27, 2022, and to discuss upcoming events and programs, including Elwood Days. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Consideration of minutes from July 27, 2022
• Discussion of Elwood Days event

The committee approved the minutes from the July 27, 2022 meeting. Members discussed planning for Elwood Days and the status of the BMX track. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Elwood Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider meeting minutes and discuss the C-1 Local Shopping District zoning code. The agenda includes no public hearings or presentations, and the discussion of the zoning code is listed as a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Consideration of September 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of C-1 Local Shopping District zoning code

The Commission discussed potential revisions to the C-1 Local Shopping District zoning code, including adding and removing permitted and special uses. No formal votes were taken on the zoning changes. The Commission approved the September 27, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Elwood International Port Authority

The Elwood Village Board is meeting to review routine financial reports and consider several action items, including a request from Jackson Township Twilighters for a donation and authorization to hire a full-time police officer. The board will also review monthly reports from the police and public works departments. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Consideration of Jackson Township Twilighters donation request
• Authorization to hire full-time police officer
• November 2022 financial report review
• Paid invoices: $27,852.60 (Nov 29-Dec 6) and $179,220.60 (Dec 8-Jan 6)
• Unpaid invoices: $309,403.45

Village Board

The Elwood Village Board will review routine consent items, including bill payments, and consider a donation request from Jackson Township Twilighters and authorization to hire a full-time police officer. The board will also review the November 2022 financial report and department updates. A closed session is scheduled for personnel, real estate, and litigation matters.

• Consent agenda includes paid invoices of $27,852.60 and $179,220.60, and unpaid invoices of $309,403.45
• Consideration of Jackson Township Twilighters donation request
• Authorization to hire full-time police officer
• Review of November 2022 financial report
• Closed session for employee matters, real estate, and litigation

The Village Board approved the appointment of a conditional full-time police officer and a $500 donation to the Jackson Township Twilighters. The board also approved the consent agenda, including several paid and unpaid invoice reports.

• Approved appointment of Drin Bajrami as Conditional Full Time Police Officer (6-0)
• Approved $500.00 monetary donation to Jackson Township Twilighters (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including paid invoices of $27,852.60 and $179,220.60, and unpaid invoices of $309,403.45 (6-0)
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)