Pingree Grove public meetings in 2024

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board will consider several consent agenda items including a $2.67 million pay application for the wastewater treatment plant improvements project and a $464,193.91 warrant list. Under separate action, trustees will vote on a contract for 14 automatic license plate reader cameras from Flock Safety at $55,400, a kayak rental services station agreement up to $20,000, and an auditing services agreement. A special presentation will recognize Cambridge Lakes students and educators.

• Pay application No. 14 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements: $2,672,041.31
• Master Services Agreement with Flock Safety for 14 automatic license plate reader cameras: $55,400
• Master Services Agreement with Rent.Fun for kayak rental station: not to exceed $20,000
• Warrant list for December 16, 2024: $464,193.91
• Ordinance accepting assignment of a real estate contract

The Board approved the consent agenda including a $2,672,041.31 pay application for the wastewater treatment plant and a $464,193.91 warrant list. They authorized a $20,000 kayak rental agreement with Rent.fun (5-1), approved a $55,400 Flock Safety license plate reader contract (6-0), and released bonds for public improvements in three neighborhoods (6-0). A blinking pedestrian crossing signage purchase was not moved forward after discussion.

• Approved consent agenda including $2,672,041.31 wastewater plant pay app and $464,193.91 warrant list (6-0)
• Authorized $20,000 kayak rental services agreement with Rent.fun (5-1)
• Denied purchase of blinking pedestrian crossing signage (no motion)
• Approved bond release and acceptance of public improvements in Neighborhoods 33, 27, 29 (6-0)
• Approved auditing services agreement with Lauterbach & Amen, LLP (6-0)
• Approved $55,400 Flock Safety license plate reader cameras agreement (6-0)
• Approved IDOT resolution for FY 2026 Motor Fuel Tax expenditures (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an amendment to a special use permit for Freight Union, Inc. to expand its motor freight service facility at 1105 Bell Road. The commission will also consider a proposed plat of consolidation for six lots in the Pingree Grove Business Park, and vote on approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing on an amendment to a special use permit for Freight Union, Inc. at 1105 Bell Road to expand a motor freight service facility
• Proposed plat of consolidation for Lots 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18 of the Pingree Grove Business Park (1105 Bell Road)
• Approval of minutes from the March 26, 2024 and November 18, 2024 commission meetings

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances regarding the 2024 property tax levy and several Special Service Areas. The board is also reviewing a trial for automatic license plate reader cameras and an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Elgin.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024 property tax levy increase
• Warrant list approval in the amount of $4,416,882.28
• Trial program for Automatic License Plate Reader Cameras
• Purchase of Municipal Center key card access system and panic alarm not to exceed $57,000
• Intergovernmental agreement regarding jurisdictional boundaries with the City of Elgin

Board of Trustees Meetings

The board will discuss a proposal from Flock Safety for a 13-camera automatic license plate reader system at an estimated total cost of $91,250 over 24 months, with a 60-day free trial. Among action items, trustees will consider a resolution opposing a commercial solar facility at Big Timber Road and Route 72, final plat approval for D.R. Horton's Cambridge Lakes North Development Unit 39, and a $3.7 million pay application for wastewater treatment plant improvements. Consent items include a warrant list of $542,735.55 and up to $57,000 for a key card access system and panic alarm.

• Discussion of Flock Safety license plate reader system (13 cameras, $91,250 contract total)
• Resolution opposing a commercial solar facility at Big Timber Road and Route 72
• Final plat approval for D.R. Horton – Cambridge Lakes North Development No. 2 – Unit 39
• Wastewater treatment plant change order No.4 for $27,949.14
• Fiscal Year 2025 police pension interfund transfer of $284,910

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider recommending approval of the final plat of subdivision for Cambridge Lakes North Development No. 2, Unit 39 by D.R. Horton. The subdivision consists of single-family housing lots with conditions including final engineering and legal review, ADA-compliant sidewalks, and spray irrigation plan approval.

• Review and recommendation of Final Plat for D.R. Horton, Inc. – Midwest – Cambridge Lakes North Development No. 2 – Unit 39
• Conditions include final review by Village Engineer and Village Attorney, landscaping plan approval, ADA sidewalk compliance, and spray irrigation plans
• Subdivision is surrounded by landscape buffers, wetlands, and a detention basin

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board will consider a consent agenda approving minutes and $287,774.71 in warrants. Separate action items include a resolution for the 2024 property tax levy, a professional services agreement for Well #2 repair up to $135,790, and a $416,616.17 equipment purchase. The Board will also discuss renewing an auditing contract.

• Consent agenda warrants list of $287,774.71
• Resolution to set estimated 2024 property tax levy
• Well #2 repair contract not to exceed $135,790
• Purchase of Peterbilt 548 cab/chassis and swap loader up to $416,616.17
• NH 33 Sidewalk Extension design engineering up to $8,850

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board of Trustees will consider authorizing a Tax Increment Financing eligibility study for the Heritage District (up to $34,030) and professional service agreements for the 2025 Road Resurfacing Program ($90,500), Railroad Street Public Parking Improvements ($27,400), and additional engineering for the Route 72 Multi-Use Path ($111,300). A separate action would approve issuing up to $35 million in special tax refund bonds for Special Service Areas Two and Seven. The consent agenda includes a $3,042,262.02 warrant list and a $3,947,132.51 pay application for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements.

• Authorization of TIF eligibility study for Heritage District, not to exceed $34,030
• Professional services agreement for 2025 Road Resurfacing Program design, $90,500
• Design engineering for Railroad Street Public Parking Improvements, $27,400
• Additional design engineering for Route 72 Multi-Use Path, $111,300
• Ordinance authorizing up to $35,000,000 in Special Service Area refund bonds

Police Pension Board

The Pingree Grove Police Pension Board will hold its regular meeting on October 16, 2024. Agenda items include review and potential approval of the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, adoption of the municipal compliance report, and an update on pending litigation involving the village. The board will also consider the monthly financial report, cash management policy, and trustee training expenses.

• Review and possible approval of actuarial valuation and tax levy request
• Update on pending litigation: Village of Pingree Grove v. Police Pension Board & Martin Racila
• Presentation and approval of monthly bills including IPPFA 2025 membership dues
• Discussion and possible action on cash management policy and 2025 withdrawal instructions
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Board of Trustees will consider several financial items including a police pension fund transfer of $186,477, change orders and pay applications for the Well No. 3 water treatment project, and a $606,028.28 pay application for the 2024 Road Resurfacing Project. They will also approve the annual comprehensive financial report for FY2024, which received an unmodified audit opinion, and recognize Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day.

• Police pension interfund transfer of $186,477
• Change Order No. 4 for Well No. 3 and Water Treatment Plant No. 2: deduction of $11,848.94
• Pay Application No. 25 for Well No. 3 and Water Treatment Plant No. 2: $250,824.68
• Pay Application No. 1 for 2024 Road Resurfacing Project: $606,028.28
• Approval of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY2024 ending April 30, 2024

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board of Trustees will discuss updates to public water supply and fire hydrant regulations in the Village Subdivision Regulations. The meeting includes a vote on a wastewater treatment plant payment and an agreement for animal control services with Kane County.

• Approval of Pay Application No. 11 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements: $1,740,658.37
• Approval of Warrant List: $2,028,871.14
• Ordinance amending Village Subdivision Regulations regarding public water supply and fire hydrants
• Resolution for an agreement with the County of Kane for Animal Control Services
• Resolution adopting the Illinois Emergency Management Mutual Aid System Intergovernmental Service Agreement

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes, warrant lists totaling $2,028,871.14, and a pay application of $1,740,658.37 for the wastewater treatment plant improvements project. The board also approved an ordinance amending subdivision regulations for public water supply and fire hydrants, a resolution adopting the Illinois Emergency Management Mutual Aid System agreement, and a two-year animal control services agreement with Kane County. All votes were 5-0-0.

• Approved consent agenda including warrant lists ($2,028,871.14) and wastewater plant pay application ($1,740,658.37) (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending subdivision regulations for public water supply and fire hydrants (5-0)
• Approved resolution adopting Illinois Emergency Management Mutual Aid System agreement (5-0)
• Approved two-year animal control services agreement with Kane County (5-0)

Police Pension Board

The Pingree Grove Police Pension Board will discuss and possibly act on a cash management policy, review a preliminary actuarial valuation, hold board officer elections, and receive an update on pending litigation (Village of Pingree Grove v. Police Pension Board & Martin Racila). The board will also consider membership applications for two new officers and acknowledge a newly appointed trustee.

• Update on pending litigation: Village of Pingree Grove v. Pingree Grove Police Pension Board & Martin Racila
• Discussion/possible action on a cash management policy
• Board officer elections (President, Vice President, Secretary, Assistant Secretary)
• Applications for membership from Connor Charbonneau and Christopher Macko
• Review of preliminary actuarial valuation

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board will hear a presentation on Freight Union Inc.'s proposed expansion of a logistics facility at US Rt. 20 and Bell Rd. Separate action items include an ordinance amending the village code on firearms and air guns, authorizing a professional services agreement for a second water tower design not to exceed $325,050, and approving well #2 equipment removal not to exceed $31,560. The consent agenda includes warrant lists totaling $2,033,179.57 and a pay application for wastewater treatment plant improvements of $1,491,980.46. Staff will also discuss park equipment rentals, e-bikes/scooters/pocketbikes, and lobbyist recruitment.

• Development overview for Freight Union Inc. at US Rt. 20 and Bell Rd.
• Ordinance amending Village Code Title 6-4-10 Firearms and Air Guns
• Professional services agreement with Fehr Graham for second water tower design ($325,050)
• Pay Application No. 10 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements ($1,491,980.46)
• Warrant lists totaling $2,033,179.57 (August 19 and September 3)

The Board approved a consent agenda including minutes, a police commissioner appointment, a wastewater treatment pay application, and warrants. It also approved an ordinance banning Orbee guns in public places, authorized a professional services agreement for a second water tower design, and approved a well equipment removal and inspection contract. Discussions on park equipment rentals, e-bikes, and a lobbyist were held without decisions.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,491,980.46 pay application and warrants totaling $2,033,179.57 (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Village Code to prohibit Orbee guns in public places (5-0)
• Authorized Fehr Graham agreement for second water tower design, not to exceed $325,050 (5-0)
• Approved Municipal Well & Pump contract for Well #2 equipment removal and inspection, not to exceed $31,560 (5-0)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Pingree Grove Board of Police Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss hiring and testing procedures. Items include swearing in a new hire, setting entry-level and lateral officer test dates, reviewing interview questions, and updating board rules. The meeting will also cover approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Swearing in of new hire Christopher Macko at the August 19 board meeting
• Posting of entry-level test date on August 14, 2024
• Discussion of entry-level test date set for September 28, 2024, at 0800 hours
• Review of oral interview questions for lateral police officer applicants
• Updates to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Police Commissioners

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board will vote on an ordinance updating village building codes and fire suppression requirements. They will also hear presentations on a revised self-storage site plan west of Thurnau Road and a multi-year field improvement agreement with Northwest Little League. Two change orders for water and wastewater treatment projects, totaling $50,736.85, are up for approval. The consent agenda includes a warrant list of $4,245,952.00.

• Ordinance amending building codes (Title 10-2-1, 10-2-2, 10-2-3) including fire sprinkler requirements
• Change Order No.3 for Well No. 3 & Water Treatment Plant No. 2 Project: $31,965.00
• Change Order No.3 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project: $18,771.85
• Presentation on Northwest Little League field improvements and proposed multi-year use agreement
• Revised self-storage development site plan on Route 20, west of Thurnau Road, with new entrance and enlarged vacant parcel

Police Pension Board

The Pingree Grove Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to conduct board officer elections and review a preliminary actuarial valuation. The board will also consider a cash management policy and an application for membership for Connor Charbonneau.

• Board Officer Elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary
• Review of Preliminary Actuarial Valuation
• Application for Membership: Connor Charbonneau
• Discussion/Possible Action on Cash Management Policy
• Update on litigation: Village of Pingree Grove v. Pingree Grove Police Pension Board & Martin Racila

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the adoption of a multi-year strategic plan and various municipal updates. The meeting includes the swearing-in of a new police officer and several contract approvals for infrastructure and equipment.

• Adoption of the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan for the Village of Pingree Grove
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project pay application for $1,497,383.89
• WTP No. 2 & Well No. 3 pay application for $230,695.54
• Purchase of replacement trees from Wilson Nurseries not to exceed $14,000
• Purchase of new chairs for the Police Department not to exceed $19,200.00

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Board of Trustees will meet to review a $2 million payment for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project. The meeting also includes consideration of ordinances regarding building codes and ComEd's use of public ways. Additionally, the Board will discuss bond refinancing for Special Service Areas #2 and #7.

• Partial pay application of $2,006,624.49 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements
• Change order to deduct $153,095.76 from the Wastewater Treatment Plant contract
• Ordinance amending Village Code Title 10 regarding building codes and penalties
• Ordinance authorizing ComEd to use public ways for electric system maintenance
• Presentation on refinancing Special Service Areas #2 & #7 Bonds

Liquor Control Commission

The Local Liquor Control Commission is considering a special event liquor license and agreement for Haight Pop-Up Events, Inc. D/B/A Gather. The permit would allow the sale of beer, wine, and hard seltzer during the 'Beer and Bands' night of the Independence Day Celebration at 1125 Wester Boulevard. The agreement includes a $250.00 vendor participation fee for the Community Events Committee.

• Special event liquor license and agreement for Haight Pop-Up Events, Inc. D/B/A Gather
• $250.00 vendor participation fee for the Community Events Committee
• Approval of April 15, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board of Trustees will meet on June 3, 2024, to consider several items including construction hour amendments and new police equipment. The board will also review a fireworks production agreement and parking lot plans for Railroad Street.

• Agreement with Mad Bomber Fireworks Production up to $19,500.00
• Purchase of six Axon Taser 10 devices for the Police Department up to $30,615.72
• Installation of a gate operating system for police parking up to $12,300
• Ordinance amending Village Code construction hours
• Parking lot addendum for 40W885 Railroad Street

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct entry-level oral interviews for four police officer candidates. The agenda includes a public comment period followed by the scheduled interviews, then an executive closed session and adjournment.

• Entry-level oral interviews for candidates Kurzeja, Macko, Piwko, and Romero
• Public forum for comments
• Executive (closed) session scheduled

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct entry-level oral interviews with five candidates for police officer positions. The meeting includes a public comment period and a closed executive session, followed by adjournment.

• Oral interviews scheduled for Connor Charbonneau-Simmons, Myles Chick, James Cummings, Tony Fitzpatrick, and Thomas Jager Jr
• Public forum for comments
• Closed executive session after interviews

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board will review a phased commercial development proposal at the Route 72 and Reinking Road intersection, seeking public feedback on the concept. The board is set to approve a final site plan for 40W885 Railroad Street and authorize a $1.4 million payment for the Waste Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project. Additionally, the board will vote on a road resurfacing contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services and a police vehicle purchase.

• Development Overview Presentation: Old Oaks (Route 72 and Reinking Road)
• Ordinance Approving a Final Plan for 40W885 Railroad Street
• Partial Pay Application No. 7 for Waste Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project ($1,436,303.94)
• Resolution Authorizing Award of Bid to Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. for 2024 MFT Road Resurfacing
• Purchase of 2024 Dodge Durango Vehicle for Police Department

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to handle administrative business, including electing a new chairperson, reviewing oral interview questions for entry-level police officer applicants, and setting projected interview dates. The board will also receive a status update on the police recruit testing/hiring process and discuss commissioner attire. The agenda is largely procedural, with no rezonings or contracts with dollar amounts listed.

• Election of new chairperson for the Board of Police Commissioners
• Review of oral interview questions for entry-level police officer
• Projected dates for oral interviews of police applicants
• Status update of police recruit testing/hiring process
• Open Meetings Act Training

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board will consider approving a $1,359,534.10 warrant list, a temporary public right-of-way encroachment ordinance for Goebbert's Farm, Inc., and several equipment purchases including a fire alarm panel, hot water reheat actuators, patrol vehicle laptops, and public safety radios. The board will also hear a State of the Village presentation and discuss construction hours modifications.

• Approval of Warrant List, May 6, 2024, in the Amount of $1,359,534.10
• Ordinance Authorizing Temporary Public Right of Way Encroachment for Goebbert's Farm, Inc.
• Authorization for the Purchase and Installation of a new Fire Alarm Panel and Monitoring System
• Authorization for the Purchase of 13 Hot Water Reheat Actuators
• Authorization for the Purchase of new Getac S410G5 Laptops for use in patrol vehicles

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Village Board will hear an initial overview of a proposed industrial development at 43W865 Route 20, a roughly $9.5 million facility that would recycle cheese products into animal food. The board will also consider two ordinance amendments, approve routine consent items including a $772,248.27 warrant list and a $911,399.62 wastewater plant pay application, and receive a demo of railroad sensors for Reinking Road. A special election will be needed in April 2025 for the vacant trustee seat being filled by appointment.

• Proposed $9.5M cheese recycling facility at 43W865 Route 20 (initial overview)
• Consent agenda: warrant list $772,248.27; wastewater plant pay application $911,399.62
• Ordinance amendments: fowl/livestock (Section 6-3-10) and parking regulations (Title 7)
• Appointment of Kevin Pini to Board of Trustees (special election April 2025)
• LinqThingz railroad sensor demo for Reinking Road crossing (CPKC-funded)

Liquor Control Commission

The Pingree Grove Liquor Control Commission will meet to consider renewing nine liquor licenses for fiscal year 2025, along with supplemental licenses for video gaming, tobacco sales, billiards, coin-operated devices, and outdoor seating. Each renewal is listed as a separate action item with a proposed affirmative motion. The meeting also includes public comments and other business.

• Outpost Tavern, Inc. – Class B renewal, $1,500 fee, supplemental for 6 video gaming machines, 1 billiard table, 2 coin-op devices, outdoor seating ($1,810 supplemental fees)
• Lazar Brothers Enterprises d/b/a Oasis Starks Corner – Class C2 renewal, $1,250 fee, supplemental for 10 video gaming terminals and tobacco sales ($2,525)
• NGK Pingree Grove d/b/a Niko's Tavern – Class A1 renewal, $1,500 fee, supplemental for 5 video gaming terminals, 1 coin-op device, outdoor seating ($1,535)
• Kelley Williamson Co. d/b/a Tyler Creek Mobil – Class A1 and C2 renewals, $2,750 fees, supplemental for 6 video gaming terminals, tobacco sales, outdoor seating ($1,775)
• Café Parlay, LLC – Class B renewal, $1,500 fee, supplemental for 6 video gaming terminals ($1,500)

Police Pension Board

The Pingree Grove Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review financial reports, approve bills, and discuss investment reports. The board will also consider several administrative items, including certifying election results, reviewing an engagement letter, and discussing fiduciary liability insurance.

• Approval of meeting minutes from October 2023 and January 2024 meetings
• Accountant's report from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP including monthly financial report and bill approvals
• Discussion/possible action on cash management policy
• Certification of board election results for active member positions
• Review/approve decision on Martin Racila's application for admission into the pension fund

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board will hold public hearings on a proposed second amendment to the Kellenberger/Schambach Annexation Agreement to allow a self-storage development along Route 20, and on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. The board will also consider approving the FY2024-2025 budget, purchasing a 2024 Ford F-350 pickup truck, and several other items. Key decisions include whether to require primary access via Route 20 or Thurnau Road, and the construction phasing schedule for the storage units.

• Public hearing on second amendment to Kellenberger/Schambach Annexation Agreement for self-storage development
• Public hearing on proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Approval of warrant list totaling $1,612,879.14
• Purchase of 2024 Ford F-350 pickup truck and accessory equipment up to $80,000
• Ordinance imposing non-home rule municipal retailers' occupation tax and service occupation tax

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pingree Grove Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed amendment to Ordinance 2007-88 to allow a self-storage facility and detention on Lot 1 of the Northern Parcel (PIN 02-30-300-011), and on the proposed final plat for the same property. The Commission will consider recommending approval to the Village Board, subject to conditions including fire district requirements, phasing, and access from Route 20. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing: PUD amendment for self-storage special use at PIN 02-30-300-011
• Public hearing: Final plat for PIN 02-30-300-011
• Fire district conditions: second entrance, Knox boxes, gate modifications
• Village requires primary access from Route 20, not Thurnau Road
• Phased construction: phase 1 eastern half, phase 2 western half

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Village Board will consider approving a $1,019,962.69 partial payment for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project, along with purchases of a lab spectrophotometer, streetlight assemblies, and a used vehicle. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a strategic planning workshop discussion.

• Approval of Warrant List for $779,030.38
• Resolution authorizing partial pay application No. 5 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements ($1,019,962.69)
• Purchase of Hach DR3900 Spectrophotometer for WWTP Lab
• Purchase of replacement streetlight assemblies
• Purchase of used vehicle for administrative purposes

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Village Board will consider routine consent items including meeting minutes, a $783,541.56 warrant list, and a $348,314.19 pay application for the wastewater treatment plant improvements. Under separate action, the board will vote on an aquatic maintenance agreement with McCloud Aquatics (not to exceed $19,000), a pressure washer purchase (not to exceed $8,000), an ordinance amending utility billing final notice procedures, and 2024 recreational license agreements with Northwest Outlaws & Bandits and Bison Baseball/Dawg House. Staff will also discuss a food truck policy and the 2023 police department annual report.

• Approval of warrant list for $783,541.56
• Approval of pay application No. 4 for WWTP improvements, $348,314.19
• Aquatic maintenance agreement with McCloud Aquatics, not to exceed $19,000
• Purchase of a pressure washer, not to exceed $8,000
• Ordinance amending utility billing final notice procedures

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village of Pingree Grove is holding a town hall discussion on February 28, 2024, to present and answer questions about a proposed non-home rule sales tax ballot referendum. The meeting includes an overview of the proposal and a Q&A session; no formal decision will be made at this event.

• Discussion of non-home rule sales tax ballot referendum
• Public Q&A on the sales tax proposal
• Public comments accepted via email before the meeting

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Pingree Grove Village Board will consider several items at its February 20, 2024 meeting, including approving engineering agreements for a multi-use path along Route 72 and the Reinking Road/Damisch Road roundabout, amending parking regulations for Reinking Road and sidewalks, and issuing 2024 recreational licenses to local youth sports leagues. The board will also discuss a non-home rule sales tax town hall and approve routine consent items, including warrants and a wastewater treatment plant pay application.

• Resolution approving Phase 1 engineering for multi-use path along Route 72 with Fehr Graham
• Resolution approving Phase 2 engineering for Reinking Road/Damisch Road roundabout with Fehr Graham
• Ordinance amending parking on Reinking Rd. (Section 7-5-1) and on sidewalks (Section 7-5-2)
• 2024 recreational license agreements with Northwest Little League, Northwest Outlaws & Bandits, and Bison Baseball/Dawg House
• Consent agenda includes warrants totaling $800,708.80 and pay application No. 3 for wastewater treatment plant improvements ($616,230.09)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to discuss police recruit testing and hiring, conduct an oral interview for a lateral applicant, and consider polygraph testing for future applicants. They will also review minutes from the November 17, 2023 meeting and address old business items.

• Oral interview for lateral applicant
• Polygraph testing for future applicants
• Sergeant's exam discussion
• Status update on police recruit testing/hiring process
• Approval of November 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Police Pension Board

The Pingree Grove Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding its regular meeting to review the monthly financial report, approve bills, and discuss a cash management policy. The board will also consider new fund members, a contribution refund, annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners, and trustee training expenses.

• Monthly financial report and bill approval from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
• Discussion/possible action on cash management policy
• Applications for membership from Jonathon Garcia and Blake Stewart
• Contribution refund for Shigeharu Hatanaka
• Approve annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners

Police Pension Board

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting regarding Sgt. Martin Racila's application for admission into the police pension fund. The board may also discuss a potential refund of contributions.

• Hearing on Sergeant Racila’s Application for Admission into the Pension Fund
• Discussion/Possible Action regarding application or refund of contributions

Board of Trustees Meetings

The Village Board will consider an ordinance amending parking regulations and motor vehicle/traffic rules, and discuss a non-home rule sales tax town hall. Consent agenda includes approval of minutes, warrants totaling $684,158.40, and resolutions for water treatment plant and road resurfacing payments.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 5 (Parking Regulations) and Chapter 7 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic)
• Warrant list January 2, 2024: $263,084.64
• Warrant list January 16, 2024: $421,073.76
• Pay Application No. 19 for Water Treatment Plant 2 and Well 3: $211,482.99
• Change Order No. 1 for 2023 MFT Road Resurfacing Program: reduce contract by $42,871.10

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold an initial review of a proposed self-storage development on US Route 20, presented by First Midwest Group. No action is requested; the commission will provide feedback to the developer and staff. The project would require a special use, subdivision, and amendments to the annexation agreement and Planned Unit Development.

• Initial review of self-storage facility on US Route 20, west of North Starks
• Proposed development within Planned Unit Development Zoning Overlay
• Requires special use, subdivision, annexation agreement amendment, and PUD amendment
• Approximately 1.5 acres of land near antique store to remain for future retail
• Landscaping plan includes trees, shrubs, and grasses