Park Forest public meetings in 2022

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will hold final readings on several ordinances, including a special use permit for a multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive, amendments to alcohol and business codes, the 2023-2024 tax levy, and a tax abatement. They will also consider first reading of a resolution to sell three village-owned properties. Consent items include approval of past meeting minutes, the 2023 holiday schedule, a paratransit agreement with PACE, an engineering contract for a multi-use path, and a playground project at Somonauk Park.

• Final reading: Special use permit for multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive
• Final reading: Ordinance to prohibit drive-through liquor sales and allow liquor sales in gas stations
• Final reading: Ordinance levying taxes for fiscal year 2023-2024
• First reading: Ordinance authorizing sale of properties at 200 Allegheny Street, 269 Allegheny, and 236 Arcadia Street
• Consent: Engineering service agreement for 26th Street Multi-Use Path, not to exceed $199,978

The Board of Trustees approved the corporate tax levy for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and a tax levy abatement for 2022. They also authorized several infrastructure contracts and updated ordinances regarding liquor sales and zoning.

• Approved corporate tax levy for fiscal year July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved 2022 tax levy abatement ordinance (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive (6-0)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting drivethrough liquor sales and allowing liquor sales in gas stations (6-0)
• Approved $199,978 engineering agreement with Baxter and Woodman for Multi-Use Path Phase I (6-0)
• Approved $221,231.43 for playground equipment and installation from Parkreation, Inc and Landscaper Services of Illinois, LLC (6-0)
• Approved service provider agreement for public transportation with PACE (6-0)
• Adopted 2023 holiday and meeting schedule (6-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2022 property tax levy, which funds the village's operating budget, pensions, and debt service. The proposed levy includes a $545,000 increase for general corporate purposes, a $250,000 bond levy, and actuarially determined increases for police and fire pensions. The board will also consider a special use permit for a multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive, an ordinance to prohibit drive-through liquor sales and allow liquor sales in gas stations, and several resolutions including the 2023 holiday schedule and a paratransit agreement with PACE.

• Public hearing on 2022 tax levy: proposed $13,667,010 general corporate levy (up $545,000), $250,000 bond levy, $3,152,153 police pension, $1,708,187 fire pension
• Special use permit for multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive
• Ordinance to prohibit drive-through liquor sales, align liquor stores with zoning, and allow liquor sales in gas stations
• Resolution authorizing 2023 paratransit service agreement with PACE
• Engineering service agreement for 26th Street Multi-Use Path through 2022 Invest in Cook funding program

The Board closed a public hearing regarding the tax levy. No substantive votes were taken on ordinances or resolutions, as the items were moved to the next Regular Meeting agenda for approval.

• Closed public hearing regarding the tax levy (6-0-1)
• Sworn in Lieutenant Firefighter Grove
• Tabled tax levy ordinance for next Regular Meeting
• Tabled tax levy abatement ordinance for next Regular Meeting
• Tabled special use permit for multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive for next Regular Meeting
• Tabled ordinance prohibiting drive-through liquor sales for next Regular Meeting
• Tabled 2023 Holiday and Meeting schedule for next Regular Meeting
• Tabled PACE Paratransit Service Provider Agreement for next Regular Meeting

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is holding a Saturday rules meeting with a short agenda. The meeting includes audience comments, department updates, and adjournment, with no specific action items listed.

• Audience to Visitors
• Department Updates
• Adjournment

The Board of Trustees met to hear resident concerns regarding multi-family parking and containers at the old Rich East High School. Village Manager Tom Mick provided updates on upcoming village events. No official votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will hold first readings on several ordinances, including a special use permit for multi-family dwellings at the former Marshall Field's parking lot, amendments to liquor sales regulations, and the 2023-2024 tax levy. A resolution honoring retiring Fire Shift Commander William Brei is on the consent agenda.

• Special use permit for multi-family dwellings at 364 S. Orchard Drive (first reading)
• Ordinance to prohibit drive-through liquor sales and allow liquor sales in gas stations (first reading)
• Ordinance levying taxes for fiscal year 2023-2024 (first reading)
• Ordinance to abate a portion of the 2022 tax levy (first reading)
• Resolution thanking retiring Fire Shift Commander William Brei

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution thanking Shift Commander William Brie for 30 years of service to the Park Forest Fire Department. Several ordinances received first readings and were scheduled for future rules meetings.

• Approved resolution thanking William Brie for dedicated service (6-0)
• First reading held for special use permit for multi-family dwelling at 364 S. Orchard Drive
• First reading held for ordinance prohibiting drive-through liquor sales and allowing gas station liquor sales
• First reading held for 2023-2024 corporate tax levy ordinance
• First reading held for 2022 tax levy abatement ordinance

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Village Board will vote on adopting the estimated 2022 property tax levy, awarding a $104,951.80 sewer cleaning contract to Visu-Sewer, and authorizing a $161,866 purchase of road salt from Cargill. The board will also hold final readings on three ordinances, including a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance and an amendment to the smoking code.

• Resolution adopting the estimated 2022 Property Tax Levy
• Award of Fiscal 2023 Sewer Cleaning and TV Contract to Visu-Sewer for $104,951.80 (up to $110,199.39 with contingency)
• Purchase order for 2,136 tons of road salt from Cargill Inc. for $161,866
• Final reading of ordinance amending the Unified Development Ordinance (Use Table, Use Standards, and Definitions)
• Final reading of ordinance amending the smoking code (Chapter 50, Article III)

The Board of Trustees approved the 2022 estimated property tax levy and contracts for sewer cleaning and road salt. Three ordinances were adopted at final reading regarding the Unified Development Ordinance and smoking regulations.

• Approved estimated 2022 Property Tax Levy (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Sewer Cleaning and Televising Contract with Visu-Sewer not to exceed $110,199.39 (6-0)
• Approved $161,866 purchase order to Cargill Inc for road salt (6-0)
• Approved text amendment to Unified Development Ordinance Table III-2-A, Section III-3, and Section XII-2 (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Article III – Smoking of Chapter 50, Health and Sanitation of the Municipal Code (6-0)
• Approved text amendment to Section XII-2 of the Unified Development Ordinance (6-0)
• Approved minutes from October 24 and November 5, 2022 meetings (6-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The board will discuss the estimated 2022 tax levy, which proposes a 0% increase in the Village portion for the third time in five years. The combined Village and Library levy of $20,914,894 represents a 1.89% decrease from the 2021 extended levy. The board will also consider ordinances on smoking lounges, drive-thrus with gas stations, and contracts for a police SUV, sewer cleaning, and street salt.

• Estimated 2022 tax levy with 0% Village increase and combined $20,914,894 total
• Ordinance amending code to permit drive-thrus in combination with gas stations
• Ordinance amending code related to smoking lounges and retail tobacco shops
• Acquisition of one 2023 Ford Police Interceptor SUV
• Awarding 2023 Sewer Cleaning and TV Contract

The Board approved the purchase of a 2023 Ford Police Interceptor and a memorandum of understanding with Solstice for solar subscriptions. Several ordinances regarding smoking lounges and drive-thrus received first readings and are scheduled for future action.

• Approved purchase of one 2023 Ford Utility SUV Police Interceptor for $41,482.00 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution allowing Village Manager to sign MOU with Solstice to market solar subscriptions (6-0)
• First reading held for ordinance amending smoking lounge and retail tobacco shop codes
• First reading held for ordinance amending health and sanitation code regarding smoking and vaping
• First reading held for ordinance permitting drive-thrus in combination with gas stations

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

This Saturday rules meeting of the Board of Trustees has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is holding a special Saturday rules meeting remotely to receive a financial update, including preliminary year-end results, current year trends, and tax levy projections. The board will also discuss updates on strategic planning goals. The meeting is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on November 5, 2022.

• Financial update: preliminary year-end results
• Current year trends review
• Tax levy projections
• Strategic planning board goals update

The Board of Trustees reviewed preliminary year-end financial results, current tax trends, and tax levy projections. No formal votes on policy or spending were recorded during the meeting.

• Reviewed 2022/2023 Financial Update
• Discussed 0% increase to the General Corporate portion of the tax levy

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will consider a resolution to set trick-or-treating hours for October 31, 2022. Additionally, the Board will review a memorandum of understanding with Solstice Power Technologies to launch a community solar marketing campaign.

• Resolution establishing trick-or-treating hours from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on October 31, 2022
• Memorandum of Understanding with Solstice Power Technologies for a community solar marketing campaign
• Acquisition of two 2023 Ford Police Interceptor SUVs

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, which included setting trick-or-treating hours for Halloween (3-8 PM), purchasing two police vehicles for $82,964, and appointing multiple members to various commissions and boards. A resolution authorizing a community solar marketing campaign with Solstice was discussed but not voted on, scheduled for the next regular meeting. The meeting also featured a presentation from the Commission on Human Relations and public comments from residents concerned about food truck parking restrictions.

• Approved consent agenda including trick-or-treat hours (3-8 PM on Halloween) (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2023 Ford Police Interceptor vehicles for $82,964 (7-0)
• Appointed Judi Bridge to Beautification Awards Committee (7-0)
• Appointed Aaron Alberico to Environment Commission (7-0)
• Appointed Chriselda Bell to Firemen's Pension Fund (7-0)
• Appointed Spring Brown, Laron Mathews, Lynn Murphy to Police & Fire Advisory Council (7-0)
• Appointed Cristina Lazard to Recreation & Parks Board (7-0)
• Appointed Kyle Brodnick to Veterans Commission (7-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The October 17, 2022 regular meeting of the Board of Trustees has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees is reviewing a final reading of an ordinance to sell a rehabilitated property at 74 Marquette Street. The board is also discussing the acquisition of two new police vehicles.

• Proposed sale of 74 Marquette Street for a minimum price of $101,000
• Proposed purchase of two 2022 Ford Utility Police Interceptor Vehicles for a total of $82,964
• Discussion of the South Suburban Trades Initiative (SSTI) workforce development program

The Board of Trustees approved the sale of real estate at 74 Marquette Street via a final-reading ordinance. The vote was unanimous (7-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included proclamations and the swearing-in of a firefighter/paramedic.

• Approved ordinance authorizing sale of 74 Marquette Street (7-0)

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Saturday Rules Meeting of the Board of Trustees scheduled for October 1, 2022, has been cancelled. Residents can instead speak with elected officials at Coffee with a Cop at the 7-11 on Sauk Trail from 7 am to 11 am that day.

• Meeting cancelled
• Coffee with a Cop at 7-11 on Sauk Trail, 7-11 am

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees scheduled for September 27, 2022, has been cancelled.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss official compensation updates, infrastructure grants, and service contracts. The body is also considering the sale of real estate at 74 Marquette Street.

• Design Engineering Services Agreement with Baxter and Woodman Consulting Engineers not to exceed $270,842.00
• Local match of $854,480 for the Forest Boulevard Multi-Use Path Improvements project
• Proposed compensation of $28,000 for the Mayor and Liquor Commissioner and $12,500 for Village Trustees
• First reading of an ordinance to sell real estate at 74 Marquette Street
• Contract renewals with Homer Tree Service, Inc. and Winkler’s Tree and Landscape

The Board of Trustees approved resolutions increasing the mayor's compensation to $28,000 and trustee compensation to $12,500, both effective after the April 2023 election. The votes were 6-1, with Trustee Hardy dissenting on both. The Board also approved a consent agenda including an intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for the Invest in Cook program, a resolution to dispose of personal property, an ITEP grant application for Forest Boulevard Multi-Use Path improvements with a local match of $854,480, contract renewals for tree services, and a design engineering services agreement with Baxter and Woodman for road improvements not to exceed $270,842. Appointments were postponed to the October 17 meeting.

• Approved mayor compensation increase to $28,000 (6-1)
• Approved trustee compensation increase to $12,500 (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes, Invest in Cook IGA, property disposal, ITEP grant application with $854,480 match, tree service contracts, and $270,842 design engineering agreement (7-0)
• Postponed appointments to October 17 meeting (7-0)

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

This meeting of the Board of Trustees, scheduled for September 10, 2022, has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees is discussing the sale of a Village-owned property and the auction of two vehicles. The meeting also covers contract renewals for tree services and various intergovernmental and engineering agreements.

• Proposed sale of 74 Marquette Street for a minimum price of $101,000
• Public auction of a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria and 2013 Ford Transit Connect
• Tree pruning contract renewal with Winkler Tree & Lawn Care ($5 average per tree)
• Tree removal contract renewal with Homer Tree Service, Inc. ($30 average per tree)
• IDOT Grant Agreement for the Forest Boulevard Multi-Use Path Improvement Project

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting where several items were discussed but no final votes were taken. All items, including the sale of 74 Marquette Street, auction of old police vehicles, tree pruning contract extension, multi-use path grants, engineering services for road improvements, and elected official salary increases, were placed on the agenda for first reading at the next regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Discussed ordinance authorizing sale of 74 Marquette Street; placed on next agenda for first reading
• Discussed resolution authorizing auction of old police vehicles; placed on next agenda
• Discussed contract extension for tree pruning and removal; placed on next agenda
• Discussed resolution for ITEP grant agreement for Forest Boulevard multi-use path; placed on next agenda
• Discussed resolution for Intergovernmental Agreement with Cook County for Invest in Cook Program; placed on next agenda
• Discussed engineering services agreement for local road improvements; placed on next agenda
• Discussed resolutions establishing compensation for mayor, liquor commissioner, and trustees; placed on next agenda

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will consider a final reading of the 2022 Park Forest Urban Forestry Management Plan. The meeting also includes consent items for vehicle acquisitions and a resolution honoring Rob Gunther.

• Ordinance: 2022 Park Forest Urban Forestry Management Plan (Final Reading)
• Purchase of a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 Pick Up Truck for $32,110.24 from South Oak Dodge Chrysler Jeep
• Purchase of a 2022 Ford Utility SUV Police Interceptor for $36,785.00 from Morrow Brothers Ford
• Resolution: Recognition and thanks for the service of Rob Gunther

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, a resolution honoring retiring Rob Gunther, and purchases of a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 and a 2022 Ford Utility SUV Police Interceptor. They also adopted the 2022 Park Forest Urban Forestry Management Plan on final reading. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Gunther resolution, and vehicle purchases (7-0)
• Adopted 2022 Urban Forestry Management Plan (7-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will discuss an ordinance to endorse a new tree management plan. The plan follows a $20,000 grant from the Morton Arboretum to inventory public trees and establish maintenance goals.

• Ordinance endorsing the 2022 Park Forest Urban Forestry Management Plan
• Purchase of a 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 Pick Up Truck
• Acquisition of one 2022 Ford Utility SUV Police Interceptor

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a Rules meeting and a Regular meeting on August 8, 2022. At the Regular meeting, the Board approved the consent agenda, which included a $104,000 contract for PermaLite360 lighting, and adopted ordinances approving an intergovernmental agreement with the South Suburban Land Bank Development Authority and authorizing the sale of 307 Meota Street and 182 Washington Street. The Urban Forestry Management Plan was introduced at first reading and will be considered for action at the August 15 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including $104,000 PermaLite360 lighting contract (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance approving intergovernmental agreement with South Suburban Land Bank (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing sale of 307 Meota Street (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing sale of 182 Washington Street (6-0)
• Introduced Urban Forestry Management Plan at first reading (no vote)

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is holding a Saturday rules meeting with a minimal agenda: audience comments, department updates, and adjournment. No votes, ordinances, or contracts are listed for discussion or decision.

• Audience to Visitors
• Department Updates
• Adjournment

The Board of Trustees held a Saturday rules meeting with no substantive decisions or votes. Trustees received updates on upcoming village events, including a Rotary Club picnic, a back-to-school event, and progress on Somonauk Park and Western Avenue asphalt work. New staff hires were noted, and a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion pilot project was discussed. The meeting adjourned without any formal action.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at the meeting
• Meeting adjourned at 11:08 a.m. (motion by Settles, second by Hardy)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees scheduled for July 18, 2022, at Village Hall has been cancelled.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will consider four items at its July 11, 2022 Rules Meeting: a $104,000 contract for permanent programmable lighting in Downtown and the Village Green, an intergovernmental agreement with the South Suburban Land Bank for vacant property acquisition, and ordinances authorizing the sale of 307 Meota Street and 182 Washington Street. The meeting also includes routine comments from officials and an audience period.

• Contract with SavATree for $102,000 plus $2,000 contingency for permanent LED lighting on Downtown buildings and Village Hall
• Ordinance approving intergovernmental agreement with South Suburban Land Bank and Development Authority for vacant property acquisition
• Ordinance authorizing sale of 307 Meota Street
• Ordinance authorizing sale of 182 Washington Street

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a rules meeting and a regular meeting on July 11, 2022. The board approved the consent agenda, which included appointments to committees and approval of prior meeting minutes. Items discussed included a permanent light installation for downtown, an intergovernmental agreement with the South Suburban Land Bank, and the sale of two village-owned properties (307 Meota Street and 182 Washington Street), all of which were placed on the agenda for final action at the August 8 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent agenda approval.

• Approved consent agenda including appointments to Beautification Awards Committee and Youth Commission (6-0)
• Placed permanent light installation contract on consent agenda for August 8
• Placed intergovernmental agreement with South Suburban Land Bank on agenda for final reading August 8
• Placed ordinance authorizing sale of 307 Meota Street on agenda for final reading August 8
• Placed ordinance authorizing sale of 182 Washington Street on agenda for final reading August 8

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

This is a procedural Saturday rules meeting of the Park Forest Board of Trustees with no substantive action items on the agenda. The board will hear audience comments and department updates before adjourning.

• Audience to Visitors
• Department Updates
• Adjournment

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a Saturday rules meeting on July 9, 2022, with no substantive decisions made. The board discussed upcoming events, including the arrival of AmeriCorps volunteers, and the status of the Downtown, Somonauk Park, and a code of conduct for boards and commissions. The meeting was adjourned without any formal votes.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded at the meeting

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on June 21, 2022, to consider consent items and two ordinances. The consent agenda includes contracts for HVAC replacement, water main repair sleeves, and drainage improvements. The debatable items are the final readings of the FY2023 budget ordinance and an ordinance related to alcoholic beverage license limits.

• Contract with Sun Ray Heating, Inc. to replace HVAC at 297 Liberty Drive for $45,000
• Contract with Underground Pipe and Valve for FY23 water main repair sleeves, $34,034 (up to $39,139.10 with contingency)
• Amended award to Austin Tyler for Woodland Glen drainage improvements, total $386,698.08
• Final reading: Ordinance adopting FY2023 budget (July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023)
• Final reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages), Section 6-49 (Number Limited)

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, including a $45,000 HVAC contract and water main repair sleeves, and adopted the FY2023 budget ordinance and an ordinance limiting alcoholic beverage licenses. All votes were 6-0 with one absent.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, HVAC contract, water main sleeves, and drainage contract amendment (6-0)
• Adopted FY2023 budget ordinance (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance limiting number of alcoholic beverage licenses (6-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and first reading on the FY 2022-2023 budget, which totals $65.7 million in expenditures and $64.0 million in revenues. The board will also consider an ordinance to increase the number of Class G liquor licenses from one to two for a new restaurant, and will discuss contracts for HVAC replacement, water main repair sleeves, and drainage improvements.

• FY 2022-2023 budget adoption ordinance (expenditures $65,691,031, revenues $64,042,293)
• Ordinance to increase Class G liquor licenses from 1 to 2 for Bixby Inc. at 22315 S Central Park Avenue
• Contract to replace HVAC at 297 Liberty Drive
• Fiscal 2023 supply of water main repair sleeves
• Thorn Creek Subdivision Drainage Improvement - Woodland Glen Amended Award

The Board of Trustees held a special rules meeting and a regular meeting on June 13, 2022. The consent agenda was approved unanimously (6-0, 1 absent), including a resolution establishing a retirement healthcare funding plan for police officers and sergeants, a code of conduct for volunteer board/commission members, and the appointment of Anita Williams to the Veterans Commission. The FY 2022-2023 budget ordinance and a liquor license ordinance for a new restaurant were given first readings and will be considered at the June 21 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made on these items at this meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including retirement healthcare funding plan for police (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including code of conduct for volunteer board members (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including appointment of Anita Williams to Veterans Commission (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including resolution recognizing Detective Sergeant Darin Studer (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 3-year contract amendment with Municipal Systems LLC (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including disposal of village personal property (6-0)
• Approved minutes of prior meetings (6-0)
• First reading of FY 2022-2023 budget ordinance; final action deferred to June 21

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The scheduled Saturday meeting of the Village of Park Forest Board of Trustees for June 4, 2022, has been cancelled. There are no items listed for discussion or decision.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop regarding Cook County property tax issues and a rules meeting to consider several administrative items. Proposed actions include establishing a retirement healthcare funding plan for employees and adopting a new code of conduct for volunteer board members.

• Resolution establishing a Retirement Healthcare Funding Plan
• Establishment of a Code of Conduct for Volunteer Board/Commission Members
• Resolution authorizing the disposal of Village personal property, including a 2010 Mercury Milan and a 1958 Fordson 660 tractor
• Contract amendment with Municipal Systems, LLC
• Workshop update on Cook County property tax issues

The Board of Trustees held a special rules meeting and a regular meeting on May 23, 2022. At the regular meeting, they approved the sale of the 20 Main Street property (PIN 31-25-403-005-0000) by a 4-0 vote. The special rules meeting was a workshop on Cook County property tax inequities, with no formal decisions made. The rules meeting (earlier in the day) discussed several items for future agendas but took no votes.

• Approved ordinance for sale of 20 Main Street parcel (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including resolution thanking Judith Lancaster (4-0)
• Discussed property tax inequities with Cook County Assessor; no action taken
• Discussed retirement healthcare funding plan; placed on June 13 agenda
• Discussed code of conduct for volunteer board members; placed on June 13 agenda
• Discussed disposal of personal property; placed on June 13 agenda
• Discussed contract amendment with Municipal Systems, LLC; placed on June 13 agenda

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will consider consent agenda items including road reconstruction contracts for Shabbona Dr. and South Orchard Dr., funded partly by Rebuild Illinois motor fuel tax funds, plus contracts for curb/sidewalk and asphalt programs. A debatable ordinance on the first reading concerns the sale of 20 Main Street. The agenda also includes appointments to committees and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution to appropriate $1,050,225.26 in Rebuild Illinois funds for Shabbona Dr. and South Orchard Dr. improvements
• Construction contract with Iroquois Paving for $977,072.26 (total not to exceed $1,074,779.49) for Shabbona/Orchard reconstruction
• Engineering services agreement with Baxter and Woodman for $73,153 for Shabbona/Orchard work
• FY 2023 Curb and Sidewalk Restoration contract with McGill Asphalt for $131,402.50 (total not to exceed $151,112.88)
• Ordinance (first reading) for sale of 20 Main Street, PIN 31-25-403-005-0000

The Board of Trustees approved a consent agenda that included appropriating $1,050,225.26 in Rebuild Illinois funds for construction on Shabbona Dr. and South Orchard Dr., awarding a $977,072.26 reconstruction contract to Iroquois Paving, and approving contracts for curb/sidewalk restoration and asphalt patching. Five new police officers were sworn in, and three proclamations were read. The sale of 20 Main Street was introduced for first reading and will be acted on at the May 23 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,050,225.26 Rebuild Illinois appropriation for Shabbona Dr. and South Orchard Dr. (6-0)
• Awarded Shabbona Dr. and South Orchard reconstruction contract to Iroquois Paving for $977,072.26 (6-0)
• Approved construction engineering agreement with Baxter and Woodman for $73,153 (6-0)
• Authorized contract with McGill Asphalt for curb and sidewalk restoration, $131,402.50 (6-0)
• Authorized contract with M/J Asphalt for asphalt patching, $107,700 (6-0)
• Appointed Marilyn Cliffins to Beautification Awards Committee (6-0)
• Appointed Kimberly Spivey to Veterans Commission (6-0)
• Swore in five new police officers: Rich, Wierzgac, Bolin, Hall, Goycochea

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees is holding a special rules meeting to review the village's budget. The review covers the Public Works Department (MFT, water, sewer, municipal parking, refuse, vehicle services) and Administration/Finance (manager's office, boards and commissions, legal, finance), plus bond retirement, retirement funds, and other items. This is a budget review session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Budget review of Public Works Department funds: MFT, water, sewer, municipal parking, refuse, vehicle services
• Budget review of Administration/Finance: Manager's Office, Boards and Commissions, Legal, Finance
• Review of bond retirement and retirement funds

The Board of Trustees held a special rules meeting to review the proposed 2022/2023 budget. Department heads presented budget details for Public Works, Administration, Finance, and IT, including a $5M loan for a water tower and water mains. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational, with a public hearing and readings scheduled for June.

• Reviewed Public Works budget, including Hemlock Street grant and $5M water tower loan
• Reviewed Administration/Finance budgets and pension fund updates
• Scheduled public hearing and first reading for June 13, final reading for June 21

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees is holding a special rules meeting to review the budget for the Recreation, Parks & Community Health and Economic Development departments. The review covers areas including the Aqua Center, Tennis & Health Club, capital projects, vehicle services, downtown, sustainability, and TIF. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a budget review session.

• Budget review for Recreation, Parks & Community Health
• Budget review for Economic Development
• Discussion of Aqua Center and Tennis & Health Club budgets
• Review of capital projects and vehicle services
• Review of downtown, sustainability, and TIF budgets

The Board of Trustees held a special rules meeting and budget review for the 2022/2023 fiscal year. Department heads presented summaries of their budgets and operations, including recreation, Freedom Hall, economic development, downtown facilities, and capital projects. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and ended with a motion to adjourn.

• Reviewed 2022/2023 budget with department summaries
• Heard that Jet Foods will not come to Park Forest; staff working with Aldi
• Noted Central Park Plaza has been sold
• Heard 299 Main Street has a pending tenant; 361 Artist Walk renovation to begin next week
• Reported 88 pounds of batteries collected in 2020-2021 via new recycling boxes

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural items and department updates. No specific ordinances, contracts, or legislative actions are listed for discussion.

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Village Manager Tom Mick reported on upcoming events, including the sale of Faith United Protestant Church for $900,000, five new police officers to be sworn in May 16, and a potential property tax workshop on May 23. Director Rob Gunther provided updates on park operations, noting a $250,000 budget for Rec Center renovations and a completion deadline of end of June for Somonauk Nature Adventure Park.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational only
• Adjourned meeting at 11:00 am (motion by Settles, second by Graham, all approved)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees is holding a special rules meeting to review the village budget, including a financial summary and challenges. The review covers vehicle services for the Fire and Police Departments, and Community Development, including housing. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda is primarily a budget review discussion.

• Budget review with financial summary and challenges
• Fire Department vehicle services
• Police Department vehicle services
• Community Development housing

The Board of Trustees held a special rules meeting and budget review for the 2022/2023 fiscal year. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting consisted of departmental budget presentations and discussions. The next budget meetings were scheduled for May 9 and May 10.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Scheduled next budget meetings for May 9 and May 10

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will introduce the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 budget and consider several contracts and an ordinance authorizing the sale of 20 Main Street for $400,000 to ALRIG USA ACQUISITIONS, LLC. The board will also review contracts for asphalt patching, curb and sidewalk restoration, and road reconstruction on Shabbona Dr. and South Orchard Dr., plus an engineering services agreement and a Motor Fuel Tax resolution for those road improvements.

• Ordinance to sell 20 Main Street (2.25 acres) to ALRIG USA ACQUISITIONS, LLC for $400,000
• Contract for Fiscal 2023 Asphalt Patching Program
• Contract for Fiscal 2023 Curb and Sidewalk Restoration Program
• Construction contract for reconstructing portions of Shabbona Dr. and South Orchard Dr.
• MFT Resolution to appropriate Motor Fuel Tax – Rebuild Illinois funds for Shabbona Dr. and South Orchard Dr. improvements

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting where the FY2022/2023 budget was introduced and presented, but no formal action was taken. Several items were discussed for future agendas, including the sale of 20 Main Street, asphalt patching and curb/sidewalk contracts, and road reconstruction projects. The meeting was procedural, with all items slated for action at subsequent meetings.

• Introduced FY2022/2023 budget (no vote)
• Discussed ordinance for sale of 20 Main Street (to be on agenda for first reading)
• Discussed contract for asphalt patching with M/J Asphalt (to be on agenda for action)
• Discussed contract for curb/sidewalk restoration with McGill Asphalt (to be on agenda for action)
• Discussed construction contract for Shabbona Dr. and South Orchard Dr. with Iroquois Paving (to be on agenda for action)
• Discussed engineering services agreement with Baxter and Woodman (to be on agenda for action)
• Discussed MFT resolution for Rebuild Illinois Funds (to be on agenda for action)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees is reviewing an ordinance to amend the annual budget for the period ending June 30, 2022. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding landscape contracts, water treatment chemicals, and a new park pavilion.

• Ordinance amending the annual budget for July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022
• $179,775 purchase of a Somonauk Park pavilion from Parkreation Inc.
• $105,300 contract for water treatment chemicals (bulk carbon dioxide) from Linde
• $38,550.40 landscape maintenance contract renewal with Dutch Valley Landscape Contractor
• Resolution adopting Fiscal Policies for the 2022/2023 Fiscal Year Budget

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda (7-0), which included minutes, a resolution honoring Carolyn Hoff, adoption of fiscal policies for FY 2022/2023, a $38,550.40 contract with Dutch Valley Landscape Contractor for mowing, a $179,775 pavilion purchase for Somonauk Park, and a $105,300 contract with Linde for bulk carbon dioxide. They also adopted an ordinance amending the FY 2021/2022 budget (7-0) at final reading. The meeting then adjourned to executive session to discuss setting a price for sale or lease of property, with no action to follow.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, resolutions, and contracts (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Carolyn Hoff for service (7-0)
• Adopted fiscal policies for FY 2022/2023 budget (7-0)
• Renewed mowing contract with Dutch Valley Landscape for $38,550.40 (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of pavilion for Somonauk Park for $179,775 (7-0)
• Awarded water treatment chemical contract to Linde for $105,300 (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending FY 2021/2022 budget (7-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for property sale/lease price setting (7-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions for 4-way stop intersections, road improvement agreements, and multiple contracts for mowing, lime removal, water shut-off repairs, paving, fencing, and water treatment chemicals. They also adopted ordinances authorizing NICOR Gas to operate a gas distribution system and approving the sale of real estate at 117 Wilson Street. The budget amendment ordinance and fiscal policies were discussed but tabled for action at the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda with 6-0 (1 absent), including 4-way stop at Blackhawk/Miami/Suwanee
• Approved NICOR Gas distribution system ordinance (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved sale of 117 Wilson Street (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $48,688 mowing contract with Dutch Valley Landscape (consent)
• Approved $290,000 lime removal contract with Greg Hamann Trucking (consent)
• Approved $228,400 water shut-off contract with Calumet City Plumbing (consent)
• Approved $85,963.46 North Village Hall resurfacing with Iroquois Paving (consent)
• Approved $29,648.73 water plant fencing with K Brothers Fence (consent)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will consider several contracts and resolutions at its April 4, 2022 Rules Meeting. Key items include awarding a $290,000 contract for lime residuals removal, renewing the residential water shut-off valve replacement contract for $228,400, and approving contracts for parking lot resurfacing and water plant fencing. The board will also vote on resolutions for 4-way stop intersections and transportation development credits for road projects.

• Award $290,000 contract to New Era Spreading for lime residuals removal
• Renew Calumet City Plumbing contract for $228,400 for water shut-off valve replacements
• Award $78,148.60 contract to Iroquois Paving for North Village Hall lot resurfacing
• Award $25,781.50 contract to K Brothers Fence for water plant fencing additions
• Resolutions for 4-way stops at Blackhawk Drive/Miami Street and Suwanee Street, and TDCH requests for South Orchard Drive and Westwood Drive/Norwood Blvd.

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a rules meeting on April 4, 2022, to review nine agenda items, including contract renewals, a lime residuals removal contract, water plant fencing, and stop sign resolutions. No formal votes were taken; all items were placed on the agenda for subsequent regular meetings. The meeting also included proclamations, swearing-in ceremonies, and community announcements.

• Landscape maintenance contract renewal for Areas #12-18 placed on future agenda
• Lime residuals removal contract (low bid $290,000 from New Era Spreading) placed on future agenda
• Residential water shut off valve replacement contract renewal (6% price increase) placed on future agenda
• North Village Hall lot resurfacing contract (low bid from Iroquois Paving) placed on future agenda
• Water plant fencing additions contract (low bid from K Brothers Fence) placed on future agenda
• Water treatment chemicals contracts (multiple bids) placed on future agenda
• Resolution for 4-way stop at Blackhawk Drive/Miami Street and Suwanee Street placed on future agenda
• Resolutions for TDCH grant applications for South Orchard Drive and Westwood Drive/Norwood Blvd placed on future agenda

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Saturday Board Meeting of the Trustees for the Village of Park Forest, scheduled for April 2, 2022, has been cancelled.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will hold first readings on two ordinances. These include a 50-year franchise agreement for NICOR Gas Company to maintain a gas system and the authorization to sell the rehabilitated property at 117 Wilson Street for at least $120,000.

• First reading of ordinance for NICOR Gas Company to operate a gas system for 50 years
• First reading of ordinance to sell 117 Wilson Street for a minimum of $120,000
• Approval of January 24, 2022, Rules and Regular meeting minutes

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees met to consider various municipal resolutions, including street maintenance, engineering agreements, and utility services. The agenda also included appointments to the Police Pension Fund and Environment Commission.

• Contract with Solaris Roofing Solution, Inc to re-roof Police Station for up to $87,843.80
• Engineering Services Agreement for Forest Blvd improvements not to exceed $599,931
• Construction contract for 361 Artist Walk build-out up to $172,720.47
• Street and highway maintenance resolution for $449,751.26 in eligible costs
• Renewal of MFT Street Sweeping Maintenance Contract for $47,902

The Park Forest Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda unanimously (7-0), which included resolutions honoring retiring Police Chief Christopher Mannino, amending the 2022 meeting schedule, and authorizing several contracts and agreements. No items were removed for discussion, and no substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda with 11 items (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Police Chief Christopher Mannino for 25 years of service
• Approved resolution amending 2022 holiday and meeting schedule to include June
• Approved Class 8 assessment for property at 2551 Western Avenue
• Approved $449,751.26 for FY2023 street maintenance costs
• Authorized vendor agreement with Balance Solar for renewable energy credits
• Authorized $87,843.80 contract for police station roof repair
• Reappointed Michael Gonzalez to Police Pension Fund (term to 2024)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees is reviewing a resolution to support Cook County Class 8 assessment status for a vacant property. The proposal includes a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement to stabilize Village revenue if property taxes fall below $38,000.

• Resolution approving Class 8 Assessment status for 2551 Western Avenue
• Authorization for Vendor Service Agreement with Balance Solar
• Engineering Service Agreement for 2921 Water Main and Street Improvements Project
• Engineering Services Agreement for Phase II – Design for improvement to Forest Blvd
• Renewal of MFT Street Sweeping Maintenance Contract for FY 2023

The Park Forest Board of Trustees held a rules meeting on March 7, 2022, to discuss 10 agenda items, including a Class 8 tax assessment for a business, a solar vendor agreement, building improvements, and road projects. No formal votes were taken; all items were placed on the agenda for action at subsequent regular meetings. The board also adjourned to executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Discussed Class 8 assessment for 2551 Western Ave; placed on future agenda
• Discussed vendor service agreement with Balance Solar; placed on future agenda
• Discussed buildout of 361 Artists Walk; placed on future agenda
• Discussed re-roofing police station; placed on future agenda
• Discussed water main and street improvements at 2921; placed on future agenda
• Discussed Phase II design for Forest Blvd; placed on future agenda
• Discussed Motor Fuel Tax resolution; placed on future agenda
• Discussed MFT street sweeping contract renewal; placed on future agenda

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Board of Trustees is holding a Saturday rules meeting at Village Hall. The agenda includes only audience comments, department updates, and adjournment, with no decisions or proposals listed.

• Meeting at 350 Victory Drive, Park Forest, Illinois
• 10:00 a.m. start time
• Audience to Visitors
• Department Updates
• Adjournment

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

Both the Rules Meeting and the Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees scheduled for February 28, 2022, have been cancelled. No business items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Rules Meeting cancelled
• Regular Meeting cancelled

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will hold a remote regular meeting on February 21, 2022, to consider a consent agenda with several routine items, including contracts for keyless entry systems, street sign replacement, a new police vehicle, and a T-Mobile site agreement. A debatable ordinance on parking regulations for commercial vehicles is also on the agenda. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

• Keyless entry system at Village Hall and Police Station: $67,990 (total not to exceed $71,389.99)
• 2022 Street Sign Replacement contract with Western Remac: $89,621.75 (total not to exceed $98,583.93)
• Purchase of 2021 Dodge Ram investigative vehicle: $35,992
• Second Amendment to T-Mobile PCS site agreement at Blackhawk Water Tower, 380 Indianwood Blvd.
• Ordinance to regulate parking of second division and commercial vehicles (final reading)

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, which included the 2022 Strategic Planning Goals, a Class 8 assessment for 2562 Western Avenue, a keyless access control system contract for $71,389.99, a street sign replacement contract for $98,583.93, a T-Mobile agreement amendment, and a truck purchase for $35,992. The board also adopted an ordinance regulating the parking of second division and other commercial vehicles. A separate special rules meeting reviewed six-month financial results and the five-year capital plan.

• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes, 2022 Strategic Planning Goals, and multiple contracts and resolutions.
• Adopted an ordinance amending parking regulations for second division and other commercial vehicles.
• Authorized a contract with Convergint Technologies for a keyless access control system, not to exceed $71,389.99.
• Authorized a contract with Western Remac for the 2022 Street Sign Replacement project, not to exceed $98,583.93.
• Approved a Second Amendment to the T-Mobile site agreement for the Blackhawk Water Tower.
• Approved the purchase of a 2021 Dodge Ram pickup truck for $35,992.
• Approved a resolution for Class 8 assessment status for real estate at 2562 Western Avenue.
• Approved resolutions for the 2022 Invest in Cook and a CDBG application to Cook County.

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will review the 2020/2021 audit presentation from Lauterbach and Amen. The meeting also includes a resolution to adopt eight strategic planning goals for the next three to five years.

• Presentation of the FY 2020/2021 annual audit reports
• Resolution adopting eight strategic planning goals
• 2022 Street Sign Replacement contract
• Resolution to support Cook County Class 8 Tax Incentive renewal for 2562 Western Avenue

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting with no formal votes. They received the FY 20-21 audit presentation, reviewed strategic planning goals from B2B Strategic Solutions, discussed a street sign replacement contract, and considered a resolution supporting a Cook County Class 8 tax incentive for 2562 Western Avenue. All items were placed on the agenda for action at a subsequent regular meeting.

• Received FY 20-21 audit presentation; no action taken
• Reviewed strategic planning goals; no action taken
• Discussed 2022 street sign replacement contract; no action taken
• Discussed resolution to support Class 8 tax incentive renewal; no action taken

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

This Saturday Rules Meeting of the Board of Trustees for the Village of Park Forest, scheduled for February 5, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially vote on an ordinance to restrict parking of large commercial vehicles (over 8,000 pounds) on residential lots and vacant commercial properties. They will also consider a contract for a keyless entry system at Village Hall and the Police Department, and an amendment to a T-Mobile site agreement.

• Ordinance to regulate parking of second division and commercial vehicles on residential lots and vacant business properties
• Keyless entry system for Village Hall and Police Station: $67,990.47 contract with Convergint Technologies, plus 5% contingency ($3,399.52), total not to exceed $71,389.99
• Second Amendment to Personal Communications Service Site Agreement with T-Mobile

The Board of Trustees approved a consent agenda including a $7,271,249.20 construction contract for the Water Main Replacement Project to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc., contingent on IEPA loan approval. They also adopted an ordinance for the sale of Central Court Plaza (PIN 31-35-202-016-0000) at final reading, with Trustee Woods noting no liquor license will be granted and $300,000 in repairs will be made. All votes were 6-0 with one absent.

• Approved $7,271,249.20 water main replacement contract to Austin Tyler Construction (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance for sale of Central Court Plaza (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda as a whole (6-0)

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on January 18, 2022, to consider consent agenda items including the sale of Central Court Plaza, participation in Cook County's No-Cash Bid Program for tax-delinquent properties, and several contracts. Two ordinances will have first readings: one regarding the sale of Central Court Plaza and another to regulate parking of commercial vehicles. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

• Ordinance for sale of Central Court Plaza (PIN 31-35-202-016-0000) - first reading
• Resolution to participate in Cook County No-Cash Bid Program for tax delinquent properties (10 properties)
• Contract with S & S Construction Solutions for 299 Main Street build-out, $121,771.65
• Contract with Custom Manufacturing for kayak shed and ramp at Somonauk Park, $82,720
• Engineering services agreement with Baxter and Woodman for Water Plant Elevated Tower Replacement, $124,450

Saturday Board Meeting & Minutes

The Park Forest Board of Trustees is holding a remote rules meeting to discuss strategic planning with consultants. No formal action items are listed; the agenda consists solely of this discussion and adjournment.

• Strategic Planning discussion with Consultants

The Board of Trustees held a strategic planning session and drafted eight overarching goals covering economic development, municipal services, infrastructure, climate change, public safety, resident engagement, marketing, and community culture. No formal decisions were made; B2B Strategic Solutions will produce a final report and a future resolution will be presented for official approval.

• Drafted eight strategic goals for the Village (no vote)
• Directed B2B Strategic Solutions to develop final strategic planning report

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

The Board of Trustees will meet remotely to review ordinances for the Central Court Plaza project and authorize the pursuit of 16 properties via Cook County's no cash bid process. The agenda also includes construction bids for 299 Main Street and water infrastructure projects.

• Ordinance for Central Court Plaza purchase and incentive agreement
• Class 8 Property Tax Incentive for Central Court Plaza
• Authorization to pursue 16 properties through Cook County’s no cash bid process
• Construction bid for buildout of 299 Main Street
• Engineering Services Agreement for Water Plant elevated tower replacement

The Board of Trustees held a rules meeting on January 3, 2022, to discuss upcoming agenda items but took no formal votes. Items discussed included a purchase and incentive agreement for Central Court Plaza, a Class 8 property tax incentive, pursuit of 16 tax-delinquent properties, a construction bid for 299 Main Street, a kayak shed and launch, an engineering services agreement for the water tower, and a water main replacement bid. All items were slated for action at the next regular meeting. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Discussed ordinance for Central Court Plaza purchase and incentive agreement; to be on next agenda
• Discussed resolution for Class 8 property tax incentive for Central Court Plaza; to be on next agenda
• Discussed resolution to pursue 16 properties via Cook County no cash bid process; to be on next agenda
• Discussed construction bid for 299 Main Street; staff recommends S & S Construction Solutions; to be on next agenda
• Discussed kayak shed and launch contract with Custom Manufacturing; to be on next agenda
• Discussed engineering services agreement with Baxter and Woodman for water tower; to be on next agenda
• Discussed water main replacement bid; Austin Tyler of Joliet lowest qualified bidder; to be on next agenda
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (6-0, 1 absent)