Pingree Grove, IL

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a special use permit for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) on 15.25 acres at the southwest corner of Route 47 and Route 72. The proposal includes a Jewel-Osco grocery store and pharmacy on Lot 1, with six additional outlots for future commercial development. The Commission will also consider approving the subdivision plat and adopting findings of fact.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit for Planned Unit Development for Jewel-Osco grocery store and pharmacy at Route 47 and Route 72
• Proposed plat of subdivision for Troutman and Dams LLC, dividing 15.25 acres into Lots 1 through 7
• Conditions include fire-suppression systems, lighting mounted parallel to ground, and delivery trucks using south entrance from Route 47 only
• Outlots may host McDonald's, Taco Bell, and an auto parts retailer, pending lease/purchase agreements
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2026 meeting

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board will consider several ordinances related to the Jewel-Osco commercial development, including a Planned Unit Development agreement, a special use permit, and final plat approval. They will also vote on amendments to village codes regarding water main tapping, permit fees, and park land dedication fees, as well as a $40,000 contribution to a homeowners association for a fence extension and a $39,000 increase in negotiated compensation for a property. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, a warrant list of $1,012,874.03, and a pay application for the skate park improvements project.

• Ordinance approving PUD agreement with TD Pingree Grove LLC for Jewel-Osco development
• Ordinance granting special use permit and final PUD plan for Jewel-Osco
• Ordinance approving final plat of resubdivision for Lot A into Lots 1-7 for Jewel-Osco
• Ordinance amending village code sections on water main tapping, permit fees, and park dedication fees
• Agreement to disburse $40,000 to Carillon HOA for fence extension along Reinking Road and Andrew Boulevard

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Village Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on August 3, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Village Municipal Center. The board will consider routine approvals including minutes, warrant lists totaling $1.23 million, and two pay applications for ongoing capital projects. Two separate-action items involve purchasing tire deflation devices and accepting a deed for two parks.

• Approval of warrant lists totaling $411,902.17 (July 20) and $814,049.29 (August 3)
• Approval of Pay Application No. 1 for Skate Park Improvements Project ($391,429.35)
• Approval of Pay Application No. 33 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project ($308,922.55)
• Authorization to purchase Stop Stick Tire Deflation devices ($5,789.00)
• Resolution accepting a special warranty deed for Fire Station Park and East Park from D.R. Horton

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level police applicants. The board will also review correspondence and approve the minutes from the July 14, 2026, meeting.

• Oral interviews for Michael Hosek
• Oral interviews for Christian Logan
• Oral interviews for Adrian Majchrowicz
• Oral interviews for Krystian Szymczak

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for four entry-level police applicants. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 13, 2026, and a public forum for citizen comments.

• Oral interviews for entry-level police applicants: Sohail Ali at 5:00 PM, Mikayla Beavers at 5:30 PM, Oliver Gajda at 6:00 PM, Jacob Gregory at 6:30 PM
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from May 13, 2026
• Public forum for citizen comments
• Executive (closed) session scheduled

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board will consider two ordinances: one restricting certain truck traffic on Reinking Road and another regulating electric bicycles and scooters. A consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a warrant list of $1,274,035.83. The board will also hear a presentation from Northwest Little League on a proposed $784,932 field lighting project at Cambridge Lakes ballparks.

• Ordinance to restrict certain truck traffic on Reinking Road
• Ordinance amending regulations for electric bicycles and electric scooters
• Consent agenda warrant list for July 6, 2026, totaling $1,274,035.83
• Northwest Little League presentation on a $784,932 lighting proposal for four baseball fields
• Approval of minutes from the June 15, 2026 board meeting

The Board of Trustees approved an ordinance amending Title 7 to regulate electric bicycles and scooters, mirroring state law, with added parental responsibility language. They also approved an ordinance restricting certain truck traffic on Reinking Road based on plate classifications, with exemptions for permitted construction traffic. Both votes passed 5-0-1 with Trustee Hagg absent.

• Approved e-bike/e-scooter ordinance (5-0-1)
• Approved truck weight restriction ordinance for Reinking Road (5-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and warrants totaling $1,274,035.83 (5-0-1)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will vote on consent items including warrants, pay applications, a resolution opposing the Illinois BUILD Act, and an ordinance on boating. Separate action items include approving contracts and appropriations for the Reinking Road and Damisch Road roundabout reconstruction (up to $1.755M), purchasing body cameras and tasers ($399,801.92), and amending vehicle weight limits on Grove Street.

• Roundabout reconstruction appropriation up to $1,755,000 (items 6b-d)
• Purchase of body cameras and Tasers from Axon Enterprises for $399,801.92 (item 6g)
• Resolution opposing the Illinois BUILD Act (consent item f)
• Waiver of competitive bidding and purchase of an ice rink for $141,905 (consent item k)
• Ordinance restricting truck traffic on Grove Street (item 6e)

The Board approved the consent agenda, including warrants, pay applications, and several resolutions, and separately approved a $454,786 engineering agreement and $1,755,000 appropriation for the Reinking/Damisch roundabout, a $399,801.92 Axon contract for body cameras and tasers, a truck weight restriction on Grove Street, and a $55,806 compensation increase for 14N116 Reinking Road. The e-bike/e-scooter ordinance was tabled for further research. All votes were unanimous except the business license ordinance, which passed 5-0-1 with Trustee Pini voting nay.

• Approved consent agenda including warrants, pay applications, and resolutions (6-0)
• Approved business license ordinance amendment (5-0-1)
• Approved $454,786 engineering agreement for roundabout reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved $1,755,000 appropriation for roundabout reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved truck weight restriction on Grove Street (6-0)
• Tabled e-bike/e-scooter ordinance for further research (6-0)
• Approved $399,801.92 Axon contract for body cameras and tasers (6-0)
• Approved $55,806 compensation increase for 14N116 Reinking Road (6-0)

Board of Trustees Meetings

This agenda is entirely procedural, consisting of standard items such as call to order, public comments, consent agenda, reports, and an executive session with no enumerated topics. No ordinances, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion or action.

• No specific items are listed under any agenda section; all numbered executive session items are blank

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Village Board will consider and approve a resolution authorizing the release of bonds and accepting improvements for the Carillon at Cambridge Lakes Subdivision. It will also vote on Change Order No. 8 for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project and an ordinance amending Village Code sections on lighting and vehicle impact protection devices. Routine consent agenda items include approval of the May 4 meeting minutes, a warrant list totaling $1,344,042.58, and a pay application of $636,567.56 for the wastewater project. Special presentations will feature a proclamation designating May as Motorcycle Awareness Month and a CMAP Pavement Management Plan report.

• Resolution authorizing release of bonds for Carillon at Cambridge Lakes Subdivision
• Change Order No. 8 for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project
• Ordinance amending Village Code §11‑6A‑7 and §11‑Chapter 5 on lighting and vehicle impact protection devices
• Approval of Warrant List for May 18 2026 in the amount of $1,344,042.58
• Proclamation designating May as Motorcycle Awareness Month

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board will consider approving the 2025 annual report and revised rules and regulations. They will also introduce a new legal counsel firm, Ottosen DiNolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo, Ltd., and finalize plans for entry-level police testing on June 27, 2026. An update will be provided on probationary officers Furman, Swanson, and Kosmala. The meeting includes a public comment period and a closed executive session.

• Introduction of law firm Ottosen DiNolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo, Ltd.
• Approval of Board of Police Commissioners Annual Report 2025
• Approval of revised Rules and Regulations for the Board
• Entry-level police testing scheduled for June 27, 2026 at 8:30 am
• Update on probationary officers Furman, Swanson, and Kosmala

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board will consider several items for separate action, including an ordinance creating a Rental Housing Inspection Program, authorizing an engagement letter for accounting services at $6,350 per month, and placing an order for police vehicles costing $158,600. They will also discuss amendments to zoning regulations and lighting requirements.

• Ordinance adding Chapter 11 to Title 10: Rental Housing Inspection Program
• Authorization of engagement letter with Lauterbach and Amen, LLP for monthly accounting advisory services at $6,350
• Authorization to place order for police vehicles in the amount of $158,600
• Ordinance amending zoning regulations (Title 11) and related chapters
• Discussion on lighting and vehicle impact protection zoning regulations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will continue a public hearing on two proposed zoning code amendments. The first would set a two-foot-candle lighting limit for all properties and require vehicle impact protection bollards at commercial buildings, with new businesses subject to immediate requirements and existing businesses by December 31, 2028. The second amendment would reduce the required distance for accessory pools and structures from primary structures. The Commission may vote to recommend these changes to the Village Board.

• Codify two-foot-candle lighting limit for all property types (currently only residential)
• Require bollards or reinforced planters at commercial & industrial building entrances for vehicle impact protection
• Existing businesses must comply with VIP requirements by December 31, 2028; possible cost-sharing program with Village
• Reduce minimum distance between accessory pools/structures and primary structure by half
• March 16 meeting minutes (including approval of EV charging station zoning) to be approved

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board will consider a consent agenda and several separate action items, including a new Rental Housing Inspection Program ordinance, an IT consulting agreement, and park lighting at Fire Station Park. Other items include a biowaste sludge hauling contract and a pay application for wastewater treatment plant improvements.

• Ordinance amending Village Code to add Chapter 11, Rental Housing Inspection Program
• 3-year IT consulting services agreement with MCC Technology for $173,592
• Purchase and installation of parking lot and field lighting at Fire Station Park not to exceed $73,000
• Award of biowaste sludge hauling bid to Synagro for $63,740
• Pay application No. 30 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements in the amount of $833,329.89

Liquor Control Commission

The Local Liquor Control Commission will consider liquor license and supplemental license renewals for the FY27 term (May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027). The commission is authorized to review and approve these applications.

• Kelley Williamson Co. d/b/a Tyler Creek Mobil renewal: $4,525.00
• Lazar Brothers Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Oasis Starks Corner renewal: $3,775.00
• NGK Pingree Grove, LLC d/b/a Niko’s Tavern renewal: $3,285.00
• Outpost Tavern, Inc. renewal: $3,310.00
• 104 Pingree Grove, LLC d/b/a Hart’s Garage renewal: $3,035.00

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Village Board will consider a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026‑27 budget and vote on several separate‑action items, including the adoption of the FY 2026‑27 budget ordinance, amendments to zoning for electric vehicles, and contract awards for street work and a skate‑park improvement. The board will also approve a separation agreement for the former Finance and Human Resources Director and a warrant list totaling $1,405,440.94. All consent‑agenda items are routine and may be approved by a single motion.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2026‑27 budget
• Approval of Separation Agreement and Release for Albert Walczak
• Approval of warrant list in the amount of $1,405,440.94
• Resolution awarding the 2026 Streets Program to Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. for $477,867.97
• Resolution awarding the Skate Park Improvements Project to Martam Construction for $1,327,558.00

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Village Board will vote on a WasteNot franchise agreement and an amendment to Village Code Title 9 Water and Wastewater fees. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda approvals for two warrant lists totaling $2,311,587.72 and a pay application for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project of $805,480.60. Additional items include public comments, special presentations, and staff reports.

• Approval of March 02, 2026 warrant list for $1,797,443.63
• Approval of March 16, 2026 warrant list for $514,144.09
• Approval of Pay Application No. 2‑9 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project – $805,480.60
• Consideration and approval of WasteNot franchise agreement
• Consideration and approval of ordinance amending Village Code Title 9 Water and Wastewater fee sections

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on text amendments to Village Code Title 11, Chapter 6 and Chapter 5. The proposed changes would set a two‑foot‑candle lighting limit at property lines for all uses and require vehicle‑impact protection devices such as bollards for new commercial or industrial buildings. Commissioners will vote on a recommendation to the Village Board to approve the amendments.

• Text amendment to Village Code Title 11, Chapter 6 Article A 11‑6A‑7 and addition of Sections 11‑5‑11, 11‑5‑12
• Lighting standard: limit of two foot‑candles at abutting property lines for all property types
• Vehicle impact protection: requirement for bollards or reinforced planters on new commercial/industrial entrances
• Average bollard cost cited as $1,200 for materials, labor, and installation
• Commission recommendation to approve the zoning code amendments to the Village Board

Liquor Control Commission

The Pingree Grove Liquor Control Commission will consider approving a Class A1 liquor license and supplemental outdoor seating license for Maple and Hash Pingree Grove. The license would generate $2,500 in revenue for the village.

• Approval of Class A1 liquor license for Maple and Hash Pingree Grove
• Supplemental outdoor seating license for Maple and Hash Pingree Grove
• $2,500 in liquor license revenue for the 2025-2026 period
• Approval of minutes from the July 30, 2025, commission meeting
• Public comments section scheduled

Board of Trustees Meetings

At the February 17, 2026 regular meeting, the Pingree Grove Village Board will act on several items. The consent agenda includes approval of the meeting minutes, a warrant list totaling $603,789.40, and a $480,905.41 pay application for wastewater treatment plant improvements. Separate‑action items include a resolution to purchase BS&A Financial Software Cloud, an ordinance amendment to snow‑removal rules, a license agreement with CPKC Railroad for a parking‑lot project, and purchases of a pavilion, a zip‑track and lighting fixtures totaling over $350,000. Public comments are scheduled before the board proceeds to these actions.

• Approval of warrant list for February 17, 2026 in the amount of $603,789.40 (Consent Agenda)
• Approval of Pay Application No. 28 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements – $480,905.41 (Consent Agenda)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of BS&A Financial Software Cloud Version (Separate Action)
• License Agreement with CPKC Railroad for construction of a parking lot and other improvements (Separate Action)
• Authorization to purchase pavilion ($65,300.60), zip track ($133,570.50) and lighting fixtures ($147,371.31) totaling $346,242.41 (Separate Action)

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board will approve routine items including the minutes from the January 20 meeting and a warrant list totaling $274,764.67. It will also approve Pay Application No. 3 for the 2025 MFT Road resurfacing program in the amount of $74,198.83. Separate‑action items include a resolution on executive‑session minutes, an independent contractor agreement with Joyce Nardulli for lobbying services, and an amendment to the Community Events Committee ordinance. A discussion on an ordinance implementing snow‑removal requirements for homeowners is also scheduled.

• Approval of warrant list for February 2, 2026 in the amount of $274,764.67
• Approval of Pay Application No. 3 for the 2025 MFT Road resurfacing program ($74,198.83)
• Resolution authorizing release or retention of certain executive‑session minutes and destruction of verbatim recordings (Bates 033)
• Independent Contractor Agreement with Joyce Nardulli for lobbying services (Bates 041)
• Ordinance amending Village Code Title 2, Chapter 3, Community Events Committee sections 2‑3‑1 through 2‑3‑8 (Bates 047)

The Board adopted the consent agenda, approving warrant lists totaling $274,764.67 and pay applications for the 2025 MFT Road Resurfacing Program ($74,198.83). It also approved a resolution to release or retain certain executive‑session minutes and destroy verbatim recordings, an independent contractor agreement with Joyce Nardulli for lobbying services, and an amendment to the Village Code governing the Community Events Committee. The Board reached consensus to apply snow‑removal requirements village‑wide to all homeowners associations.

• Approved consent agenda (warrant lists $274,764.67, pay apps $74,198.83) – vote 5-0-1
• Approved resolution on executive‑session minutes and recording destruction – vote 5-0-1
• Approved independent contractor agreement with Joyce Nardulli for lobbying services – vote 5-0-1
• Approved ordinance amending Village Code Title 2, Chapter 3, Sections 2‑3‑1 through 2‑3‑8 – vote 5-0-1
• Consensus to implement snow‑removal requirements for all HOAs – no formal vote recorded
• Entered and exited executive closed session – unanimous motions
• Adjoined meeting – vote 5-0-1

Police Pension Board

The Pingree Grove Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review financial and investment reports. The board is scheduled to discuss the cash management policy and approve annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners.

• Approval of annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Discussion and possible action on Cash Management Policy
• Review of Trustee term expirations and election procedures
• Approval of Trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses
• Accountant's report and bill approval from Lauterbach & Amen

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Village Board will consider several routine financial items, including warrant lists totaling $749,547.47, $2,953,358.46, and $462,381.02, and two wastewater plant pay applications of $1,234,148.89 and $957,043.88. In separate action, the Board will vote on an ordinance amending Village Code Section 1-5B-4, a resolution to purchase BS&A Financial Software, a resolution supporting the Illinois America 250 commemoration, and an ordinance amending sewer design standards. The meeting also includes public comments, a president’s report, staff reports, and an executive session.

• Approve warrant list for Dec. 15, 2025 – $749,547.47
• Approve warrant list for Jan. 5, 2026 – $2,953,358.46
• Approve warrant list for Jan. 20, 2026 – $462,381.02
• Approve Pay Application No. 26 for Wastewater Treatment Plant – $1,234,148.89
• Approve purchase of BS&A Financial Software (resolution)

The Board approved the Consent Agenda covering prior meeting minutes, warrant lists and pay applications (vote 6‑0‑0). It adopted an ordinance prohibiting board meetings on election day (vote 6‑0‑0) and approved a resolution supporting the Illinois America250 Commemoration (vote 6‑0‑0). The Board also tabled a resolution to purchase BS&A financial‑software cloud version for further study (vote 6‑0‑0) and approved an ordinance that expands sewer and water‑main requirements for adjacent undeveloped parcels (vote 6‑0‑0).

• Approved Consent Agenda items – vote 6-0-0
• Approved ordinance amending §1-5B-4 to prohibit board meetings on election day – vote 6-0-0
• Tabled resolution to purchase BS&A Financial Software Cloud Version – vote 6-0-0
• Approved resolution supporting Illinois America250 Commemoration – vote 6-0-0
• Approved ordinance amending §§12-4C-3 and 12-4E-6 to require expanded sewers and water mains for adjacent undeveloped parcels – vote 6-0-0

Board of Police Commissioners

The Pingree Grove Board of Police Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss new business including starting entry-level and probational eligibility lists and setting exam dates, and review required training for commissioners. Old business includes attorney matters and rules review. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approval to begin entry-level eligibility list and set exam dates
• Approval to begin probational eligibility list and set exam dates
• Required training for Police Commissioners
• Review of Rules and Regulations
• Approval of October 8, 2025 meeting minutes

The Board of Police Commissioners approved starting new eligibility lists for police officer and sergeant positions, as requested by Chief Harris. The board also approved minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting and rescheduled the next meeting from March 18 to May 13, 2026. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved starting a new police officer eligibility list (motion by Stevens, second by Grabert)
• Approved starting a sergeant eligibility list (motion by Grabert, second by Stevens)
• Approved minutes of October 8, 2025, as presented
• Rescheduled next meeting from March 18, 2026 to May 13, 2026