Schiller Park public meetings in 2025

Village Board Meetings

The Schiller Park Village Board will hold its regular meeting on Dec. 18, 2025, to hear reports from the Village Manager, Engineer, and department heads, as well as updates on development and infrastructure. The board will also consider several executive‑session items, including possible purchase or lease of real property, setting a price for sale or lease, pending or probable litigation, and employee salary and employment matters. No specific actions are listed in the public agenda.

• Purchase or lease of real property (executive session)
• Setting a price for the sale or lease of property (executive session)
• Pending litigation (executive session)
• Salary schedules for employee classes (executive session)
• Collective bargaining negotiations matters (executive session)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Schiller Park Fire & Police Commission will meet on Dec. 17, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Village Hall. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes and review of correspondence. The commission will discuss the progress of probationary employees and vote on whether to make them permanent or dismiss them. Additional topics include open department positions, police lieutenant testing dates, and public comments.

• Vote on permanent appointment or dismissal of probationary fire and police employees
• Review status of open positions in fire and police departments
• Review dates for Police Promotional Lieutenant Testing
• Citizens wishing to be heard (public comment)
• Approval of minutes of preceding meeting

The commission voted to adopt the minutes from the last meeting. They confirmed one approved fire‑department opening and two approved police‑department openings. Police lieutenant testing dates were set for February 2026. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of preceding meeting (unanimous)
• Approved one fire department opening
• Approved two police department openings
• Scheduled police lieutenant written exam for Feb 9, 2026
• Scheduled police lieutenant oral exam for Feb 17, 2026
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Schiller Park Fire & Police Commission's regular monthly meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. was cancelled because a quorum was not present. The next meeting is rescheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the same location. No agenda items were discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

Village Board - Committee of the Whole

The Schiller Park Village Board Committee of the Whole will meet to approve minutes and discuss a real estate rehabilitation request, public works facility financing, and items from a special board meeting. The session will include a closed executive session regarding property purchases, litigation, and employee matters.

• Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes from November 20, 2025
• Presentation on 3920 Wesley Terrace substantial rehabilitation request
• Public Works Facility financing discussion
• Discussion of items from the Special Board Meeting Agenda for December 11, 2025
• Executive session for real property, litigation, and employee matters

The Committee of the Whole approved the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. A motion to adjourn the December 11, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other actions were decided.

• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board Meetings

The Schiller Park Village Board will meet to approve a list of bills totaling $371,512.63, consider an annual tax levy ordinance, and discuss infrastructure and development updates. The meeting includes a public hearing and an executive session for real estate and personnel matters.

• Approval of bills in the amount of $371,512.63
• Annual Tax Levy Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Promotion of a Patrol Officer to Sergeant
• Acquisition of vacant lot at 9412 Irving Park Road
• Increase in Hotel and Motel Tax and Parking Lot Tax

The Schiller Park Village Board unanimously approved the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting and consented to two pension fund appointments. It adopted several ordinances covering video gaming licenses, landscaping standards, and the acquisition of a vacant lot. The board also approved the annual tax levy for FY 2025‑2026 and renewed major insurance policies.

• Approved minutes of the Nov 20, 2025 meeting – unanimous voice vote
• Consented to appoint Mark Chraca to the Police Pension Fund Board – unanimous
• Consented to appoint Mark Chraca to the Fire Pension Fund Board – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4495 establishing video gaming establishment and terminal licenses – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4496 establishing landscaping, exterior improvement, fencing and screening requirements – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4497 authorizing acquisition of vacant lot at 9412 Irving Park Road – unanimous
• Adopted the Annual Tax Levy Ordinance for FY May 1 2025–Apr 30 2026 – unanimous
• Approved renewal of Workers' Compensation and General Liability insurance policies with premiums $395,591 and $452,054 – unanimous

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning, Planning & Appeals Commission will hold a public hearing on Case No. 25‑T‑07, a text amendment to the New Millennium Village Code, Section 155, concerning permitted and conditional uses in commercial zoning districts. The commission will consider and act on this amendment during the meeting. No other agenda items are listed.

• Public hearing – Case No. 25‑T‑07: text amendment to Section 155 of the New Millennium Village Code (commercial zoning uses)

Acting Chairman Joseph Kisiel was appointed to serve in Chairman Michael Bowcock’s absence. The commission approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. The board voted 7‑0 to recommend approval of a text amendment to Section 155 of the New Millennium Village Code concerning permitted and conditional uses in C‑1 and C‑2 commercial districts. The meeting was adjourned at 7:22 p.m.

• Appointed Joseph Kisiel as acting Chairman (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Recommended approval of text amendment to Section 155 of New Millennium Village Code (7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board

The Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board will meet on December 9, 2025 in Harwood Heights. The board will consider approving a five‑year lease with Motorola to purchase 100 APX NXT multi‑band portable radios for $1,278,021.91. An executive session will follow to discuss personnel, employment, collective bargaining, pending litigation, minutes, and property acquisitions.

• Approve Motorola 5‑year lease for 100 APX NXT radios – $1,278,021.91

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will meet to receive reports from the Village Manager, Engineer, and department heads. The board will also review current reports from committees covering public works, public safety, and finance.

• Status of Infrastructure Improvement Project
• Financial Matters
• Development Updates
• Committee reports on License, Public Works, Community Development, Public Safety, Administration/Finance, and Recreation

Village Board - Committee of the Whole

The Village Board is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss the 2025 tax levy to be collected in 2026. The board will also review a Russo 6B request and items from the Regular Board Meeting agenda.

• 2025 Tax Levy to be collected in 2026
• Russo 6B Request presentation

The board approved the November 6, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes by a 4‑0 vote. Trustees discussed a request from Russo Power Equipment to extend a 6B property‑tax incentive and reviewed three proposed property‑tax levy scenarios (2%, 3%, 5%). A financial matter concerning Eden Cemetery was also discussed. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved November 6, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will consider a motion to approve the current list of bills totaling $1,435,495.27. The board will also appoint Tricia Novielli as a Recreation Board member for a term from November 20, 2025 to April 30, 2028. Additional agenda items include a community‑development ordinance with Retail Strategies, reports on development, infrastructure and financial matters, and an executive session covering real‑property transactions, litigation and employee compensation.

• Appointment of Tricia Novielli to the Recreation Board (term Nov 20 2025–Apr 30 2028)
• Motion to approve village bills in the amount of $1,435,495.27
• Community Development ordinance authorizing a proposal with Retail Strategies
• Executive session item: purchase or lease of real property
• Executive session item: salary schedules for one or more classes of employees

The board approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting. Trustees appointed Tricia Novielli to the Recreation Board for a three‑year term. The board adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4494 authorizing a proposal with Retail Strategies. Trustees approved the current list of bills totaling $1,435,495.27 and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes of the November 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed Tricia Novielli to the Recreation Board (3‑year term) (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4494 authorizing a proposal with Retail Strategies (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved current list of bills totaling $1,435,495.27 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the regular board meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Recreation Board

The Schiller Park Recreation Board will discuss upcoming program materials such as the winter brochure and athletics/kids klub rentals. It will review marketing initiatives including the Winter Wonderland event on Dec. 6 and the NESDRA Holiday Gathering on Dec. 4. The board will consider facility improvement plans for the Activity Center, Kennedy Park fencing, lighting sustainability, and community‑center bathrooms. A finance review covering revenue, expenditures, and the capital improvement plan will also be presented.

• Winter brochure for recreation programs
• Winter Wonderland event – Saturday, Dec. 6, 3:00‑6:00 pm at the Community Center
• NESDRA Holiday Gathering – Thursday, Dec. 4, 4:30‑7:00 pm
• Phase I Kennedy Park fencing update
• Facility improvement plans for Activity Center bathrooms

The Recreation Board approved the previous meeting's minutes. No public comments were received. The board discussed upcoming events, including the Winter Brochure release and the new travel soccer program, and received updates on facility improvements and program enrollment.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Police Pension Board

The Schiller Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on November 18, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in the Village Municipal Building. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes, investment and accountant reports, and discussion of cash‑management policies and trustee training expenses. New business items include reviewing and approving the fund’s actuarial valuation and tax levy request, adopting the municipal compliance report, updating BMO Bank signature cards, and setting 2026 board meeting dates.

• Approval of August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation and approval of accountant’s monthly financial report and bills
• Review and approval of actuarial valuation and tax levy request
• Adoption of municipal compliance report
• Establishment of 2026 board meeting dates

Fire Pension Board

The Schiller Park Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and pension fund valuations. The board will discuss the 2026 tax levy request and cash management policies.

• Review and approval of Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Discussion of Cash Management Policy and 2026 GCM recurring withdrawal instructions
• Review and adoption of Municipal Compliance Report
• Discussion of Fiduciary Liability Insurance
• Approval of Trustee Training registration fees and expenses

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The regularly scheduled monthly meeting for Tuesday, November 18, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025

The commission approved the minutes of the last three meetings after a motion by Commissioner Morioka and a second by Commissioner Lucy; all three members voted yes. The board then adjourned the meeting following a motion by Commissioner Lucy, seconded by Commissioner Morioka, with a unanimous yes vote. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes of the last three meetings (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission meeting scheduled for November 12, 2025, has been canceled.

Historical Commission

The Schiller Park Historical Commission will meet on November 10, 2025 at Washington School. Commissioners will consider standard agenda items such as minutes approval, financial and committee reports, and public comments. The meeting includes an executive session before adjournment.

• Approval of Minutes
• Financial Report
• Committee Reports
• Unfinished Business
• New Business

The Historical Commission approved the meeting minutes. It authorized an additional $100 to the commission’s finances. The meeting was adjourned at 10:42 AM.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized addition of $100 to commission funds (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:42 AM (unanimous)

Village Board - Committee of the Whole

The President and Board of Trustees will meet as a Committee of the Whole to discuss capital improvement projects. The board will also review items listed on the Regular Board Meeting agenda for November 6, 2025.

• Presentation and discussion of Capital Improvement Projects
• Review of November 6, 2025, Regular Board Meeting agenda items

The Board discussed the 10‑year Capital Improvement Plan and various unfunded project ideas, but no projects were approved, denied, or tabled. The only formal action was a unanimous voice‑vote to adjourn the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board Meetings

The Schiller Park Village Board will meet to approve agreements for senior snow removal services, a new 2026 Ford Expedition for the police department, and a list of bills totaling $854,033.21. The meeting will also include a public hearing and an executive session.

• Approval of senior snow removal agreements with All Seasons R Us and Tri-State Services
• Approval of purchase of a new 2026 Ford Expedition for police (cost not to exceed $84,000)
• Approval of bills in the amount of $854,033.21
• Ordinance to approve amendments to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners rules
• Ordinance to authorize acquisition of the Maria Goretti Vacant Lot

The board unanimously approved contracts with All Seasons R Us and Tri‑State Services for senior snow removal for the 2025‑2026 season. It also approved the purchase of a 2026 Ford Expedition emergency vehicle for up to $84,000 and allocated $3,794 for its warranty. Ordinances were adopted to amend the fire and police board rules, extend the O’Hare Noise Compatibility Agreement by five years, and acquire the Maria Goretti vacant lot north of 3929 Wehrman Ave. The current list of village bills totaling $854,033.21 was approved.

• Approved senior snow removal contract with All Seasons R Us (unanimous)
• Approved senior snow removal contract with Tri‑State Services (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Ford Expedition emergency vehicle, up to $84,000, plus $3,794 warranty (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4491 amending Board of Fire and Police Commissioners rules (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4492 extending O’Hare Noise Compatibility Agreement by 5 years (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4493 authorizing acquisition of the “Maria Goretti Vacant Lot” north of 3929 Wehrman Ave (unanimous)
• Approved current list of bills totaling $854,033.21 (unanimous)

Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board

The meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for January 13, 2026.

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting in executive session. The body will consider and act upon oral interviews for Fire Department applicants.

• Oral interviews for Fire Department Applicants

The commission held an executive‑session interview session for the Firefighter‑Paramedic position. Five applicants were interviewed for the Original Appointment Eligibility list. No votes or formal decisions were recorded.

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Schiller Park Fire and Police Commission will meet to discuss the progress of probationary employees and vote on their permanent appointment or dismissal. The meeting will also include the review of correspondence and bills, and the commission will conduct oral exams for firefighter/paramedic appointments.

• Vote on permanent appointment or dismissal of probationary employees
• Review correspondence and bills
• Discuss status of open positions for Fire and Police Department
• Review dates for Firefighter/Paramedic testing
• Conduct Original Appointment Fire Testing oral exams

The board adopted the minutes from the prior meeting unanimously. It conditionally appointed Erik N. Wachal and Corey N. Eldridge to permanent police officer ranks, each with a unanimous vote. The commissioners amended the Fire and Police Rules to require one year of Sergeant service before taking the Lieutenant promotional exam. They also lowered the written exam passing score for Lieutenant promotion to 70%, again with unanimous approval.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Conditionally appointed Erik N. Wachal as permanent police officer (unanimous)
• Conditionally appointed Corey N. Eldridge as permanent police officer (unanimous)
• Amended rules to require one year of Sergeant service before Lieutenant exam (unanimous)
• Lowered written exam passing score to 70% for Lieutenant promotional testing (unanimous)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting in executive session. The commission will consider and act upon oral interviews for Fire Department applicants.

• Oral interviews for Fire Department Applicants

The Fire & Police Commission conducted a single interview for a new Original Appointment Eligibility list for the firefighter/paramedic role. No other actions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Conducted one interview for firefighter/paramedic position

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold a regular meeting to conduct commission business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

The Historical Commission accepted the October 20 meeting minutes unanimously. The commission also accepted the financial report showing a bank balance of $3,033.57 and petty cash balance of $23.69. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board - Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider the Property Improvement Partnership Program and a Retail Recruitment Proposal. An executive session will be held to address matters such as purchase or lease of real property, setting a price for sale or lease, pending and probable litigation, salary schedules, employee employment and discipline, collective bargaining, and security procedures. Actions will be taken only if the board determines they are appropriate.

• Property Improvement Partnership Program
• Retail Recruitment Proposal
• Purchase or lease of real property (executive session)
• Setting a price for the sale or lease of property (executive session)
• Salary schedules for one or more classes of employees (executive session)

The Committee of the Whole met on October 16, 2025 at the Village Hall. No minutes were approved and no members of the public requested to be heard. Trustees discussed a beautification initiative for commercial properties and an advisory partnership for retail recruitment, but no actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 6:58 P.M. by a unanimous voice vote.

Village Board Meetings

The Schiller Park Village Board will consider a motion to approve current bills totaling $453,316.01. It will also vote on an ordinance amending Section 110.75 of the New Millennium Code regarding revocation or suspension of local liquor licenses. Additionally, the board will adopt a plat of dedication for public right‑of‑way on Grace Street and Kolze Avenue and confirm two appointments to the Community Events Committee and as a part‑time police officer.

• Motion to approve the current list of bills in the amount of $453,316.01 (Administration/Finance Committee).
• Ordinance amending Section 110.75 of the New Millennium Code for criteria to revoke or suspend local liquor licenses (License Committee).
• Ordinance approving a plat of dedication for public right‑of‑way on Grace Street and Kolze Avenue (Community Development Committee).
• Appointment of Jennifer Yarnell to the Community Events Committee, term October 16, 2025 to April 30, 2026 (Mayor's report).
• Appointment of Anthony J. Shapiro as a part‑time police officer, term October 16, 2025 to April 30, 2026 (Mayor's report).

The board approved the minutes from the October 2 meeting. It appointed Jennifer Yarnell to the Community Events Committee and Anthony J. Shapiro as a part‑time police officer. The board adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4489 changing criteria for revoking or suspending local liquor licenses and Ordinance No. 25‑4490 approving a plat dedication for Grace Street and Kolze Avenue. It also approved bills totaling $453,316.01.

• Approved minutes of Oct 2, 2025 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Appointed Jennifer Yarnell to Community Events Committee (Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Sheridan; Absent: Deegan, Lima; Nay: None)
• Appointed Anthony J. Shapiro as part‑time police officer (Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Sheridan; Absent: Deegan, Lima; Nay: None)
• Approved consent agenda (monthly reports) (Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Sheridan; Absent: Deegan, Lima; Nay: None)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4489 amending liquor license revocation criteria (Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Sheridan; Absent: Deegan, Lima; Nay: None)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4490 approving plat dedication for Grace Street and Kolze Avenue (Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Sheridan; Absent: Deegan, Lima; Nay: None)
• Approved current list of bills totaling $453,316.01 (Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Sheridan; Absent: Deegan, Lima; Nay: None)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Schiller Park Zoning, Planning & Appeals Commission announced that the October 8, 2025 meeting will not be held because no public hearing items are scheduled. Consequently, no decisions or actions will be taken at this time.

Village Board Meetings

The board will consider a motion to approve the current list of bills totaling $555,839.74. It will also consider ordinances regulating mobile food vehicles, amending the traffic enforcement system agreement with RedSpeed Illinois, lowering vehicle license fees for residents 60 years of age or older, and other code amendments. A contract with Panoramic Landscaping for senior snow removal services will be presented for approval.

• Motion to approve bills in the amount of $555,839.74
• Ordinance amending Title Eleven of the New Millennium Code to regulate mobile food vehicles
• Ordinance approving a sixth amendment to the agreement with RedSpeed Illinois for an automated traffic law enforcement system
• Ordinance lowering vehicle license fees for residents sixty years of age or older
• Motion to execute an agreement with Panoramic Landscaping for senior snow removal services for the 2025‑2026 program

The board approved the appointment of Max Morgan as Zoning Administrator and authorized a senior snow‑removal contract with Panoramic Landscaping. It adopted five ordinances covering mobile food vehicles, automated traffic enforcement, vehicle seizure penalties, solicitors regulations, and reduced vehicle‑license fees for seniors. The board also approved $555,839.74 in outstanding bills. All actions passed unanimously among the four voting trustees.

• Approved appointment of Max Morgan as Zoning Administrator (4-0)
• Approved senior snow removal contract with Panoramic Landscaping (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4484 to regulate mobile food vehicles (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4485 approving sixth amendment for automated traffic enforcement system (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4486 amending penalty for seizure and impoundment of motor vehicles (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4487 amending solicitors regulations (4-0)
• Approved current list of bills totaling $555,839.74 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4488 lowering vehicle‑license fees for residents 60 years or older (4-0)

Village Community Events Commitee

The Schiller Park Community Events Committee will approve the minutes from its August 26, 2025 meeting. It will allow members of the public to speak for up to five minutes each under Ordinance No. 10-2808. The committee will discuss upcoming village events. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting
• Public comment limited to five minutes per individual per Ordinance No. 10-2808
• Discussion of village events

The committee approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Christine Pretzie, seconded by Kara Cardelli, and carried unanimously on a voice vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board - Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a presentation from Byron Properties for a six‑unit building. It will also consider a municipal vehicle program agreement with PACE to provide resident transportation. Two ordinances are on the agenda: one to lower vehicle license fees for residents aged 60 and older, and another to regulate mobile food vehicles. Additional items from the regular board agenda will be reviewed, and an executive session will address real‑property, litigation, and employee matters.

• Byron Properties presentation for a 6‑unit building (6B)
• Discussion of municipal vehicle program agreement with PACE for resident transport
• Ordinance amending Section 70.204 to lower vehicle license fees for residents 60+ years old
• Ordinance amending Title Eleven to regulate mobile food vehicles
• Executive session covering real‑property transactions, litigation, and employee salary schedules

President Chad Meyers called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM and a quorum was present. No minutes were approved and no members of the public requested to be heard. The board discussed a proposed industrial development, a senior‑bus lease with Pace, a draft ordinance to lower senior vehicle‑sticker age to 60, and possible rules for mobile food vehicles. The meeting was adjourned at 6:36 PM by a unanimous voice vote.

• Adjourned Committee of the Whole meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will consider a motion to install fencing along Soreng Avenue from 25th to Emerson Avenue for up to $67,000 with Peerless Fence Company, approve a minor subdivision ordinance for 4021 Wehrman Avenue, adopt a resolution honoring retiring Fire Chief Michael Cesaretti, and approve village bills totaling $936,247.82 along with a settlement agreement in the Jaroszewski case. Additional items include agreements related to the new Public Works Facility and a right‑of‑entry agreement with the City of Chicago.

• Motion to approve fencing along Soreng Ave (25th‑Emerson Ave) up to $67,000 with Peerless Fence Company
• Ordinance approving a minor subdivision of 4021 Wehrman Avenue (ZPA 25‑S‑03: DY Subdivision)
• Resolution honoring Michael Cesaretti upon retirement as Fire Chief
• Motion to approve village bills in the amount of $936,247.82
• Settlement Agreement and General Release of Claims in Jaroszewski v. Village of Schiller Park (Case No. 24 cv 13240)

The Village Board appointed Trustee Russell Klug as Deputy Village President. It also approved a $67,000 fence project, a minor subdivision ordinance for 4021 Wehrman Avenue, and a resolution honoring retiring Fire Chief Michael Cesaretti. Additional approvals included the current bill list of $936,247.82, a settlement in Jaroszewski v. Village, an agreement with DBP Team LLC, and a Right of Entry Agreement with the City of Chicago.

• Appointed Trustee Russell Klug as Deputy Village President (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved fencing along Soreng Ave from 25th to Emerson Ave, up to $67,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4482 approving minor subdivision of 4021 Wehrman Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 17-25 honoring retiring Fire Chief Michael Cesaretti (unanimous)
• Approved current list of bills totaling $936,247.82 (unanimous)
• Approved Settlement Agreement and General Release in Jaroszewski v. Village of Schiller Park (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4483 approving agreement with DBP Team LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Right of Entry Agreement with City of Chicago for access to city‑owned property (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission will meet to consider one new business item. The board will review a request for a minor subdivision plat.

• Case No. 25-S-03: Minor Subdivision Plat for DY Subdivision at 4021 Wehrman Ave in the R-2 District

The Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It approved a minor subdivision of the property at 4021 Wehrman Avenue, requiring a 35‑foot rear yard setback, with an 8‑0 vote. The board also held a training workshop and adjourned the meeting by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved subdivision at 4021 Wehrman Ave with 35‑ft rear yard setback (8 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions)
• Held ZPA training workshop led by Attorney Morton
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (voice vote)

Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board

The Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board will consider a resolution to elect a new Board Chairperson and Vice Chair. It will also review employee salary adjustments, a warrant register bill listing, and set the date for the next meeting. An executive session will cover personnel, employment, collective bargaining, pending litigation, and property acquisitions.

• Adopt resolution to elect new Board Chairperson & Vice Chair
• Employee Salary Wage Adjustments
• Warrant Register (Bill Listing)
• Executive Session topics: Personnel, Employment, Collective Bargaining, Litigation, Property Acquisitions
• Schedule next meeting for November 11, 2025

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Fire and Police Commission will review the progress of employees in the final two months of their probationary period. The board will also discuss open positions in both departments and review testing dates for firefighter/paramedic appointments.

• Vote for permanent appointment or dismissal of probationary employees
• Discussion of open positions for Fire and Police Departments
• Review of Firefighter/Paramedic testing dates for original appointment

The board approved the minutes of the previous meeting. The commissioners voted to conditionally appoint Jeremy Chernikovich to the permanent rank of Lieutenant for the Police Department, effective July 20, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 8:02 PM. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2025.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (3-0)
• Conditionally appointed Jeremy Chernikovich as Lieutenant (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Fire and Police Commission will discuss and vote on whether probationary employees should be permanently appointed or dismissed. The board will also review open positions and testing dates for Firefighter/Paramedic appointments.

• Vote on permanent appointment or dismissal of probationary employees
• Discussion of open positions for Fire and Police Departments
• Review of Firefighter/Paramedic testing dates for original appointment

The Board approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It voted to conditionally appoint Jeremy Chernikovich to the permanent rank of Lieutenant for the Police Department, following the chief's recommendation. The meeting was then adjourned. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of preceding meeting (3-0)
• Conditionally appointed Jeremy Chernikovich as permanent lieutenant (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

The Historical Commission approved the September 8 meeting minutes after a motion by Kitch Gorzynski and a second by Claudia Irsuto, with all members agreeing. A motion by Kitch Gorzynski, seconded by Diana Caffero, accepted the financial report showing a bank balance of $3,033.76. The meeting was adjourned at 11:10 after a motion by Hilde Kilian and a second by Claudia Irsuto, with unanimous agreement.

• Approved meeting minutes (all agreed)
• Accepted financial report showing $3,033.76 bank balance (motion made and seconded)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:10 (all agreed)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will discuss an ordinance to create the office of Deputy Village President. The meeting also includes votes on water infrastructure contracts and several board and commission appointments.

• Ordinance to establish the Office of Deputy Village President
• Proposal for hydrant maintenance and water main flow testing with ME Simpson up to $128,800.00
• Proposal for replacement of water pump 4 up to $48,888.00
• Approval of bills totaling $337,807.07
• Promotion of a Patrol Officer to the rank of Sergeant

The Village Board adopted Ordinance No. 25-4481, establishing the Office of Deputy Village President. It also approved contracts for hydrant maintenance ($128,800) and water pump replacement ($48,888), promoted a patrol officer to sergeant, and approved village bills totaling $337,807.07. Several appointments to the Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board were consented.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4481 establishing Office of Deputy Village President (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved $128,800 contract with ME Simpson for hydrant maintenance and water‑main flow testing (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved $48,888 contract to replace water pump 4 (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Promoted a Patrol Officer to Sergeant in the Police Department (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved current list of village bills totaling $337,807.07 (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Employment Separation and General Release Agreement (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Appointed Police Chief Mark DiCosola to Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Appointed Fire Chief Anthony Hatcher to Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board (5 ayes, 0 nays)

Village Community Events Commitee

The Schiller Park Community Events Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on Village events. The meeting includes a public comment period and the approval of minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion of Village Events

The Community Events Committee approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Member Pretzie, seconded by Member Vazzano, and carried unanimously on a voice vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Fire Pension Board

The Schiller Park Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on August 21, 2025, at the Municipal Building. The agenda covers routine approvals, investment reports, financial reviews, and trustee training updates. No major policy changes are scheduled, but the board may discuss a cash management policy and fiduciary liability insurance.

• Approval of bills and quarterly gas tax deposit review (Lauterbach & Amen)
• Possible action on cash management policy
• Approval of regular retirement benefits for Michael Cesaretti
• Discussion of fiduciary liability insurance and preliminary actuarial valuation
• Board officer elections for President and Secretary

Village Board Meetings

The Schiller Park Village Board will hold its regular meeting on August 21, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall. The agenda includes routine procedural items, appointments for new police and fire chiefs, and several ordinances for consideration and action, including zoning changes, a road program contract, and new local taxes.

• Approve $239,460 contract with Christopher Burke Engineering for FY27 Road Program
• Amend sign regulations to prohibit pole signs in village code
• Approve minor subdivision of 9827 Leland Avenue (Castle Subdivision)
• Vote on grocery retailers’ occupation tax and service tax
• Approve $558,939.47 in bills

The Village Board unanimously approved a contract with Christopher Burke Engineering Ltd. for FY27 road program engineering services up to $239,460. It also adopted several ordinances covering signs, subdivision, conditional use, setbacks, property dedication, police chief duties, grocery occupation taxes, and garbage collection. The Board appointed Mark DiCosola as Police Chief and Anthony Hatcher as Fire Chief for one‑year terms, and approved the current list of bills totaling $558,939.47.

• Approved FY27 Road Program Engineering Services contract $239,460 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4473 prohibiting pole signs (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4474 approving minor subdivision at 9827 Leland Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4475 granting conditional use for auto repair at 4651 N. 25th Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4476 denying variances and reducing setbacks at 3765 Wehrman Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4477 authorizing dedication of portions of PIN 12-15-305-011-0000 near 4228 Kolze Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4478 establishing duties of the Chief of Police (unanimous)
• Approved current list of bills $558,939.47 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Schiller Park Zoning Board of Appeals will review three new applications at its August 13 meeting: a conditional use for a towing operator at 3901 Wesley Terrace, a conditional use for an auto repair shop at 4651 N. 25th Avenue, and setback variations for a subdivided lot at 3765 Wehrman Avenue. The board will also consider a minor subdivision plat for Galaxy Resubdivision at 4663 N. Ruby Street.

• Conditional Use for towing operator at 3901 Wesley Terrace (Vic’s Towing Company)
• Conditional Use for auto repair at 4651 N. 25th Avenue (Strit Company)
• Setback variations for subdivided lot at 3765 Wehrman Avenue (Zack and Mercedes Saponaro)
• Minor Subdivision Plat for Galaxy Resubdivision at 4663 N. Ruby Street

The Zoning Board approved the conditional use application for an automobile repair business at 4651 N. 25th Avenue with a 5‑0 vote. It also recommended denial of the requested setback variances for 3765 Wehrman Avenue and approved a minor subdivision at 9827 Leland Avenue, each by a 5‑0 vote. The minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting were approved and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved conditional use for automobile repair at 4651 N. 25th Avenue (5‑0)
• Recommended denial of setback variances at 3765 Wehrman Avenue (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of minor subdivision plats at 9827 Leland Avenue (5‑0)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (voice vote)

Police Pension Board

The Schiller Park 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 a contribution refund for Drew Gresik.

• Board Officer Elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary
• Review of Preliminary Actuarial Valuation
• Contribution Refund for Drew Gresik
• Discussion and possible action on Cash Management Policy
• Annual Independent Medical Examination for Thomas Reif

Village Community Events Commitee

The Schiller Park Community Events Committee will convene to review past meeting minutes and discuss upcoming village events. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The committee approved the minutes of the Community Events Committee meeting held on July 22, 2025. The motion was moved by Member Pretzie, seconded by Member Bowcock, and carried unanimously on a voice vote. No other actions were decided.

• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 11, 2025, at Washington School. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and reports, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

The commission approved the meeting minutes unanimously. They accepted the financial report showing a bank balance of $3,034.01 and petty cash of $29.49. The meeting was adjourned at 10:54 AM. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes (all agreed)
• Accepted financial report showing $3,034.01 bank balance and $29.49 petty cash (all agreed)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:54 AM (all agreed)

Village Board - Committee of the Whole

The President and Board of Trustees will meet as a Committee of the Whole to discuss potential actions on local taxes and signage regulations. The body will also review items listed on the Regular Board Meeting Agenda for August 7, 2025.

• Implementation of a grocery retailers and grocery service occupation tax
• Amendment to Chapter 154 to prohibit pole signs
• Executive session regarding real property purchase, lease, and pricing
• Executive session regarding pending or imminent litigation
• Executive session regarding employee salary schedules and collective bargaining

The Committee of the Whole met on August 7, 2025 and discussed a possible grocery retailer and service occupation tax, a proposed amendment to remove pole signs from the sign code, and eliminating parking restrictions on Atlantic Avenue. No votes were taken on any of these items. The board unanimously approved a motion to adjourn the meeting.

• No minutes approved
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will discuss infrastructure projects, financial matters, and development updates. The body is considering several resolutions regarding property incentives and the disposition of village property.

• Approval of bills totaling $1,087,330.95
• Contract for exclusive solid waste services with Flood Brothers Disposal Company
• Class 7B Real Property Tax Incentive for 4663 Ruby Street
• Ordinance to eliminate parking restrictions in Schedule XVIII of Chapter 73
• General Release and Hold Harmless Agreement for work at 4017 Grace Street

The board unanimously approved Ordinance No. 25-4472, authorizing Flood Brothers Disposal to provide exclusive residential refuse, recyclable and yard‑waste collection. It also adopted Ordinance No. 25-4471 eliminating parking restrictions, approved the current list of bills totaling $1,087,330.95, and passed three resolutions concerning village property, a tax incentive for 4663 Ruby Street, and work at 4017 Grace Street.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25-4472 for exclusive solid waste services with Flood Brothers Disposal (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4471 eliminating parking restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved current list of bills totaling $1,087,330.95 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 14-25 authorizing disposition of certain village property (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 15-25 supporting Class 7B tax incentive for 4663 Ruby Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 16-25 authorizing release and hold‑harmless agreement for work at 4017 Grace Street (unanimous)

Village Community Events Commitee

The Community Events Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on village events. The agenda focuses on the planning of a charity softball game and the upcoming Fall Fest.

• Discussion of Charity Softball Game
• Discussion of Fall Fest

The Community Events Committee met on July 22, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Members Pretzie, Cardelli, Bowcock, Vazzano, and Sarno were present, with Trustee Terri Sheridan and Superintendent Dr. Melissa Kartsimas also attending. The committee approved the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved July 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board Meetings

The Schiller Park Village Board will discuss several infrastructure projects, zoning amendments, and the acquisition of industrial properties. The board is also considering tax incentives for new industrial construction and appointments for village directors.

• Acquisition of industrial property at 3901, 3907, and 3919 Wesley Terrace
• Class 6B Real Property Tax Incentives for 9500 Ainslie Street and 9515 Winona Avenue
• Change Order No. 1 for 25th Avenue Street Resurfacing Project for $251,890
• Change order for IEPA Lead Service Change Out Project for $195,751
• Agreement with Proxit Inc. to upgrade village servers not to exceed $35,532.00

The Board consented three key appointments and adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including a tax incentive for an industrial project. It approved two change orders totaling $447,641 for street resurfacing and lead service replacement. All actions were passed with the listed trustees voting aye and no nay votes, except where noted.

• Consented appointment of Christopher B. Burke Engineering as Village Engineer (term July 17 2025‑April 30 2026) – Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima, Sheridan; Nay: None
• Consented appointment of Patrick Hastings as Director of Street, Sanitation and Water (term May 1 2025‑April 30 2026) – Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima, Sheridan; Nay: None
• Consented appointment of Brian Kaspar as Director of Parks and Recreation (term May 1 2025‑April 30 2026) – Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima, Sheridan; Nay: None
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for 25" Avenue Street Resurfacing Project, $251,890 – Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima, Sheridan; Nay: None
• Approved Change Order for IEPA Lead Service Change Out Project, $195,751 – Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima, Sheridan; Nay: None
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4465 establishing residents‑only parking on Atlantic Avenue – Ayes: Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Sheridan; Nay: Lukowski, Lima
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-4469 adding regulations for electric bicycles, motorized skateboards and scooters – Ayes: Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima, Sheridan; Nay: Lukowski
• Adopted Resolution No. 12-25 supporting Class 6B real property tax incentive for new industrial facility at 9500 Ainslie Street – Ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima, Sheridan; Nay: None

Recreation Board

The Schiller Park Recreation Board will review updates on summer camps, the pool, and upcoming August events. The board will also discuss 2025 facility improvement plans and financial revenue and expenditures.

• Kennedy Park Backstop Update (Phase IA) and batting cage, scoreboards, and dugout canopy (Phase 1B)
• Activity Center and Community Center bathroom updates
• Rosemont Playground improvements
• OSLAND Grant
• August 5th NNO & Movie Night at Kennedy Park

The board approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting after a motion by Russ and a second by Pretzie. No other formal votes or approvals were recorded in the July 15 meeting.

• Accepted May 20 minutes (motion by Russ, seconded by Pretzie)

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

The commission approved the May 2025 meeting minutes and the June 2025 meeting minutes. They accepted the financial report showing a bank balance of $3,116.21 and petty cash of $34.53. The meeting was adjourned at 11:15 AM.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission will review applications for a towing operator and a yard setback variation. The board will also consider two text amendments to the Village Code regarding service stations and chain link fences.

• Case No. ZPA 25-C-03: Conditional use permit for Vic’s Towing Company at 3901 Wesley Terrace
• Case No. ZPA 25-V-04: Variation to reduce interior side yard setbacks from 10 feet to 0 feet for Euro Marble Supply Ltd. at 4552 N. Ruby Street
• Case No. ZPA 25-T-05: Amendment to change automobile service stations from permitted to conditional use in the C-3 Highway Commercial District
• Case No. ZPA 25-T-06: Amendment to allow chain link fences under certain restrictions

The board approved the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes and voted to continue the Vic’s Towing conditional‑use hearing to August 13, 2025. It recommended approval of the findings of fact for Euro Marble Supply’s setback variance and for the automobile service‑station text amendment. The board amended the chain‑link fence ordinance to require only a vinyl coating and approved that amendment.

• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Continued Vic’s Towing hearing to Aug 13, 2025 (7‑0)
• Recommended approval of Findings of Fact for Euro Marble Supply setback variance (7‑0)
• Recommended approval of Findings of Fact for automobile service‑station text amendment (7‑0)
• Amended chain‑link fence ordinance to require vinyl coating only (7‑0)
• Recommended approval of the amended chain‑link fence ordinance (7‑0)
• Opened hearing for Euro Marble Supply setback variance (unanimous voice vote)
• Opened hearing for automobile service‑station text amendment (unanimous voice vote)

Village Community Events Commitee

The Community Events Committee will meet to establish its purpose, goals, and organizational structure. Members will discuss current and proposed village community special events and programs, as well as the committee's regular meeting schedule.

• Discussion of Committee Purpose and Goals
• Discussion of Organization of Committee
• Discussion of Current Village Community Special Events or Programs
• Discussion of Proposed Village Community Special Events or Programs
• Discussion of Regular Meeting Schedule

The committee voted to elect Christine Pretzie as Chairperson and Patricia Bowcock as Secretary. No other formal actions were taken; members discussed upcoming charity softball, Fall Fest planning, and meeting schedule alignment.

• Elected Christine Pretzie as Chairperson
• Elected Patricia Bowcock as Secretary

Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board

The Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board will meet to discuss the FY2024 audit and a resolution regarding IMRF reportable wages. The board will also conduct a performance review for the Executive Director and discuss board chairman nominations.

• Acceptance of FY2024 Audit
• Adoption of IMRF Resolution to include health, dental, and vision as reportable wages
• Executive Director performance review
• Board Chairman nominations
• Review of Warrant Register (Bill Listing)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will meet to review reports from the Village Manager, Engineer, and department heads. The board will discuss development updates, the status of infrastructure improvement projects, and financial matters.

• Status of Infrastructure Improvement Project
• Financial Matters
• Development Updates
• Reports from License, Public Works, Community Development, Public Safety, Administration/Finance, and Recreation committees

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will discuss several public works ordinances, including new fee schedules for building permits and sanitary sewer inspection rules. The body is also considering multiple construction easements and contracts for village improvements.

• Payment of bills totaling $1,961,166.60
• FY26 Concrete Replacement Program contract with Nardulli Construction Co not to exceed $135,245.00
• Environmental Assessment agreement with TrueNorth Consultants not to exceed $41,310.00
• Agreement with Clowning Around Entertainment for $38,000.00 for the Block Party and Annual Car Show
• Ordinances regarding building, electric, and plumbing permit fees and sign permit fees

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 5 meeting, appointed two members to the Community Events Committee, adopted several utility and public‑works ordinances, and authorized contracts for concrete replacement, pump‑house repairs, and a block‑party entertainment package.

• Approved June 5 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Rosario Vazzano and Ryan Sarno to Community Events Committee (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4456 allowing sanitary sewer inspections and penalties (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4457 granting permanent and temporary utility easements at 5060 River Road (5-0)
• Approved FY26 Concrete Replacement Program contract with Nardulli Construction up to $135,245.00 (5-0)
• Approved Pump House Interior Hatch replacement proposal up to $29,560.00 (5-0)
• Approved current list of village bills totaling $1,961,166.60 (5-0)
• Approved $38,000 agreement with Clowning Around Entertainment for Block Party and Annual Car Show (5-0)

Village Board - Committee of the Whole

The Village Board is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss business items and review the agenda for the Regular Board Meeting. The session includes presentations regarding 6B and a contract renewal for Flood Brothers.

• Presentation – Galaxy Banquet 6B
• Presentation – Glenstar – 6B
• Flood Brothers contract renewal

The Committee of the Whole met on June 26, 2025 and approved the June 5 minutes by unanimous voice vote. Presentations were given on Class 6B tax‑incentive requests for Galaxy Banquets and Glenstar, and on a proposed renewal of the residential garbage and recycling contract with Flood Brothers. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved June 5 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will meet to review reports from the Village Manager, Engineer, and department heads. The board will also discuss infrastructure improvement projects and financial matters. The meeting includes a scheduled executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, and real property.

• Status of Infrastructure Improvement Project
• Financial Matters
• Executive session regarding purchase or lease of real property
• Executive session regarding pending or imminent litigation
• Executive session regarding employee salary schedules and collective bargaining

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The regularly scheduled monthly meeting for June 17, 2025, is cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission will review three applications regarding land use and code amendments. The board will consider a conditional use permit for a towing operator and a setback variation for a marble supplier.

• Case No. ZPA 25-C-03: Conditional use permit for Vic’s Towing Company at 3901 Wesley Terrace
• Case No. ZPA 25-V-04: Variation to reduce interior side yard setbacks from 10 feet to 0 feet for Euro Marble Supply Ltd. at 4552 N. Ruby Street
• Case No. ZPA 25-T-05: Text amendment to change 'automobile service stations' from a permitted use to a conditional use in the C-3 Highway Commercial District

The Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission did not hold a meeting on June 11, 2025 because a quorum was not present. The meeting was closed at 7:05 p.m. No decisions were made.

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will hold a regular meeting to conduct general business. The agenda includes the swearing in of a President, Vice-President, and two Commissioners by Rosa Jos.

• Swearing in of President, Vice-President, and 2 Commissioners by Rosa Jos

The Schiller Park Historical Commission met on June 9, 2025. A motion to add Warren to the commission’s Facebook page was made, seconded and passed. The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 AM after a motion to adjourn was approved.

• Add Warren to Facebook – motion passed
• Adjourn meeting – motion passed (10:45 AM)

Village Board - Committee of the Whole

The Village Board is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss updates to the municipal code and permit costs. The board may take action on these items during the session.

• Municipal Code changes for sanitary sewer regulations
• Building, electrical, plumbing, and other permit fees

The Village Board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 15 regular meeting. The board then voted to adjourn into an executive session to discuss a purchase or lease of real property, and later reconvened the public portion of the meeting. Finally, the board unanimously adjourned the Committee of the Whole meeting.

• Approved minutes of May 15, 2025 regular board meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned to Executive Session for purchase/lease of real property (ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima, Sheridan; no nays)
• Adjourned Committee of the Whole meeting (ayes: Lukowski, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima, Sheridan; no nays)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will consider appointments for the Village Manager, Corporate Counsel, and various commissions. The body is also reviewing several equipment purchases and ordinances related to zoning and billboards.

• Appointment of Brett Kryska as Village Manager/Comptroller
• Purchase of a utility vehicle from Roesch Ford not to exceed $42,718.00
• Asphalt patching contract change order with Schroeder Asphalt Services up to $319,901.50
• Ordinance regarding billboard signs (ZPA 25-T-02)
• Purchase of a 2025 F-350 Truck for Parks and Recreation not to exceed $110,300.00

The Village Board unanimously adopted a resolution to dispose of certain property. It approved the purchase of a utility vehicle from Roesch Ford for up to $42,718. It also approved a change order to the FY26 asphalt‑patching contract, raising the total to no more than $319,901.50. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Adopted Resolution No. 05‑25 authorizing disposition of certain property (6‑0)
• Approved purchase of utility vehicle from Roesch Ford up to $42,718 (6‑0)
• Approved change order to FY26 asphalt‑patching contract up to $319,901.50 (6‑0)

Police Pension Board

The Schiller Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and manage fund memberships. The board will consider action on a cash management policy and the renewal of fiduciary liability insurance.

• Discussion and possible action on Cash Management Policy
• Review and approval of Fiduciary Liability Insurance Renewal
• Certification of Board Election Results for Active Member Positions
• Review of term expirations for appointed members Rick Desecki and Bob Lukowski
• Approval of Trustee Training registration fees and reimbursable expenses

Recreation Board

The Schiller Park Recreation Board will discuss the start of summer camp on June 9th and the pool opening on June 7th. The board will also review facility improvement plans for 2025 and current revenue and expenditures.

• Pool opening June 7th with early bird rates from May 1st to June 8th
• Kennedy Park Backstop Update (Phase IA) and batting cage, scoreboards, and dugout canopy (Phase 1B)
• Community Center bathroom and Activity Center updates
• Updates for Stalica and Clocktower parks
• Hiring for lifeguards, deck attendants, and concession and admission staff

The board accepted the September 17, 2024 meeting minutes. It approved a $900 budget for repairs. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted minutes of the September 17, 2024 meeting (motion by Russ, seconded by Pretzie)
• Approved $900 repairs budget (no vote tally recorded)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion by Curry, seconded by Pretzie)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Fire and Police Commission will decide on the permanent appointment or dismissal of probationary employees. The board will also vote on the position of Chairman and review Police Lieutenant testing dates.

• Vote on permanent appointment or dismissal of probationary employees
• Vote on the position of Chairman
• Review of Police Lieutenant testing dates
• Discussion of open positions for Fire and Police Departments

Village Board - Committee of the Whole

The Village Board of Schiller Park will consider establishing a Special Events Committee and a Design Review Committee, discuss new regulations for low-speed electric scooters under Public Act 103-0899, and review meeting procedures. An executive session is also scheduled for real estate, litigation, personnel, and security matters.

• Establishment of Special Events Committee
• Design Review Committee formation
• Low Speed Electric Scooter Regulations and Public Act 103-0899
• Review of agenda procedures for Village Board and Committee of the Whole meetings
• Executive session for property, litigation, personnel, and security discussions

The Board voted by consensus to eliminate the Design Review Committee. It also agreed to update the 2003 Village code to clarify language on low‑speed electric scooters, adhering to state law. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous voice vote.

• Eliminate Design Review Committee (consensus decision)
• Update 2003 Village code to clarify low‑speed electric scooter regulations (consensus decision)
• Adjourn Committee of the Whole meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board Meetings

The Schiller Park Village Board will consider several action items, including a change order for the IEPA water main improvements project ($99,359.79), a professional services agreement for watermain lining ($67,100), and the purchase of three police vehicles (up to $189,000). The board will also vote on a list of bills totaling $928,199.96 and an ordinance establishing a Community Events Committee. The meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

• Motion to approve Change Order No. 1 for IEPA Water Main Improvements Project ($99,359.79)
• Motion to approve professional services agreement with Baxter & Woodman for watermain lining ($67,100)
• Motion to approve purchase of three police vehicles and up-fitting not to exceed $189,000
• Motion to approve current list of bills in the amount of $928,199.96
• Ordinance establishing a Community Events Committee

The Village Board unanimously approved several contracts and ordinances, including a $99,359.79 change order for a water main project, a professional services agreement up to $67,100 for water main lining, and purchases of in‑car cameras and three vehicles up to $189,000. It also adopted ordinances for utility easements, zoning commission membership, and a Community Events Committee, approved $928,199.96 in bills, and extended a shelter advertising contract through 2028. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 for IEPA Low Interest Loan Water Main Improvements – $99,359.79 (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Baxter & Woodman for water main lining – up to $67,100 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of in‑car cameras from Axon using Asset Forfeiture Funds (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three vehicles and related up‑fitting – up to $189,000 (unanimous)
• Approved current list of bills – $928,199.96 (unanimous)
• Extended View Transit shelter advertising contract through April 30, 2028 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑4449 granting permanent and temporary utility easements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑4451 establishing a Community Events Committee (unanimous)

Fire Pension Board

The Board of Trustees will review investment and financial reports and consider a cash management policy. The meeting includes the certification of board election results for the active member position and a review of fund rules and regulations.

• Certification of Board Election Results for Active Member Position
• Review and approval of Rules and Regulations
• Discussion and possible action on Cash Management Policy
• Approval of bills and Trustee Training registration fees
• Application for membership/withdrawal for deceased surviving spouse Lynn Preiss

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission will meet to consider a text amendment to the Schiller Park Sign Code. The proposal seeks to permit and regulate billboard signs within the I-1 Industrial District.

• Case No. ZPA 25-T-02: Text amendment application by Becker Boards, LLC regarding Section 154.043 of the Sign Code

The commission approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. A public hearing on a text amendment to allow billboard signs in the I‑1 Industrial District was opened, also by unanimous voice vote. Commissioners voted 6‑0 (with 2 absent) to recommend approval of the Findings of Fact for the amendment. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved April 9 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Opened public hearing on billboard amendment (unanimous voice vote)
• Recommended approval of Findings of Fact for billboard amendment (6 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions, 2 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Police Pension Board

The Schiller Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review investment and accountant reports, and discuss a potential cash management policy. They will also consider trustee training expenses, approve fiduciary liability insurance renewal, certify board election results, and handle appointments for expiring terms. Additionally, the board will note the deaths of a pensioner and a surviving spouse.

• Discussion/Possible Action – Cash Management Policy
• Approval of Fiduciary Liability Insurance Renewal
• Certify Board Election Results – Active Member Positions
• Appointed Member Term Expiration – Rick Desecki and Bob Lukowski
• Deceased Pensioner – John Hoagland; Deceased Surviving Spouse – Anna Jensen

Police Pension Board

The Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for May 13, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2025.

Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board

The Board will meet to approve the FY2026 budget and meeting calendar. Members will also review the FY2024 audit report and the Executive Director's performance.

• Approval of FY2026 Budget ordinance
• Approval of FY2026 Meeting Calendar resolution
• FY2024 Audit Report review
• Board Secretary appointment
• Executive Director performance review

Historical Commission

The Schiller Park Historical Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 12, 2025. The agenda includes only standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and reports. No specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings are identified in the agenda.

The commission approved the minutes of the prior meeting after a motion by Diana Caffero, seconded by Hilde Kilian, with all members agreeing. It accepted the financial report showing a bank balance of $3,116.21 and petty cash of $37.34 after a motion by Hilde Kilian, seconded by Kitch Gorzynski, with all members agreeing. The meeting was adjourned at 11:19 following a motion by Hilde Kilian, seconded by Diana Caffero, with all members agreeing.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report showing $3,116.21 bank balance and $37.34 petty cash (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:19 (unanimous)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will hold a regular meeting that includes approval of bills totaling $493,741.34 and committee reports. After adjournment sine die, the board will reconvene for the swearing-in of newly elected officials: Village President Chad Meyers, Village Clerk Rosa Jos, and Trustees Thomas Deegan, Marie Lukowski, and Joan Golembiewski, along with two Library Board Trustees. The new board will then consider appointments for Village Treasurer and Administrative Assistant, and may enter executive session on several exempt topics.

• Motion to approve current list of bills in the amount of $493,741.34
• Swearing-in of Village President Chad Meyers, Village Clerk Rosa Jos, and three trustees
• Appointments for Village Treasurer and Administrative Assistant (both 1-year terms)
• Executive session authorized for up to nine exempt topics including real property, litigation, and personnel
• Meeting structure includes adjournment sine die followed by return to order for new board

The Village Board unanimously approved the current list of bills totaling $493,741.34. Trustees also unanimously appointed Rick Desecki as Village Treasurer for a one‑year term and as Administrative Assistant to the Village President for a one‑year term. Earlier minutes from the April 17, 2025 meetings were also approved without dissent.

• Approved $493,741.34 bills (unanimous)
• Appointed Rick Desecki as Village Treasurer (1‑year term, unanimous)
• Appointed Rick Desecki as Administrative Assistant to the Village President (1‑year term, unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the Public Hearing of April 17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of April 17, 2025 (unanimous)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will consider adopting the annual budget for fiscal year 2025-2026, approve a $3.29 million change order for the 2024 Street Improvements Project, and vote on several ordinances including amendments to fence and industrial district zoning, water and sewer rates, and disposition of property. The meeting also includes consent agenda with departmental reports and an executive session for real estate, litigation, personnel, and security matters.

• Ordinance adopting the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Change Order No. 2 for 2024 Street Improvements Project in the amount of $3,289,425.94
• Ordinance amending Chapter 155 regarding fences and industrial district uses (ZPA 25-T-01)
• Approval of bills: April 3, 2025 list for $308,582.23 and current list for $903,371.81
• Ordinance amending Sections 53.10 and 53.11 regarding water and sewer services

The Board unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4447 establishing the village’s FY 2025‑26 budget. It also approved Change Order No. 2 for the 2024 Street Improvements Project, costing $3,289,425.94. Additional actions included adopting a fence and industrial‑district ordinance, approving two bills lists totaling $1,211,954.04, authorizing disposition of certain property, amending water and sewer service sections, and directing staff not to produce a village newsletter without Board approval.

• Adopted FY 2025‑26 budget (Ordinance No. 25‑4447) – approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for 2024 Street Improvements Project – $3,289,425.94 – approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4446 amending fences and industrial district uses – approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Approved April 3, 2025 bills list – $308,582.23 – approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Approved current bills list – $903,371.81 – approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑4448 amending water and sewer service sections – approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 03‑25 authorizing disposition of certain property – approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Directed Village Manager not to prepare, print, mail, or distribute a village newsletter unless Board‑authorized – approved unanimously (5‑0)

Public Notices

The Village President and Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to consider the tentative annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. Residents may attend in person or submit written testimony before 3:00 PM on April 17, 2025. The budget is available for review at the Village Clerk's office.

• Public hearing on the tentative annual budget for FY 2025-2026 at 6:45 PM on April 17, 2025 in the Village Hall Board Room, 9526 West Irving Park Road

Public Notices

The Village President and Board of Trustees are holding a public hearing to consider the tentative annual budget for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2025 and ending April 30, 2026. The meeting includes a presentation of the budget, discussion, and an opportunity for public comment. Residents are invited to attend at the Village Hall.

• Public hearing on the tentative annual budget for FY 2025-2026

The Village Board held a public hearing on the tentative annual budget for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2025 and ending April 30, 2026. Village Manager Brett Kryska presented the budget, noting a balanced General Fund that is 4% higher than last year's expenditures. No substantive actions were taken; trustees voted to adjourn the hearing.

• Adjourned public hearing for FY 2025‑26 budget (5‑0)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The regularly scheduled monthly meeting for April 15, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

Historical Commission

The Schiller Park Historical Commission is holding its next regular meeting on April 14, 2025. The agenda consists entirely of standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, and reports. No specific substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Meeting includes approval of minutes from previous session
• Public comments period for residents
• Financial report to be presented
• Chairperson and committee reports scheduled

The commission approved the meeting minutes and accepted the financial report. New officers for 2025‑2026 were confirmed, and the secretary, treasurer, and commissioner positions were renewed for 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 11:30 a.m.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Claudia Irsuto, seconded by Diana Caffero)
• Accepted financial report (motion by Hilde Kilian, seconded by June Oulund)
• Approved appointment of new officers for 2025‑2026 (President Warren Schuhrke, Vice‑President Kitch Gorzynski, Commissioners Hilde Kilian and June Oulund)
• Renewed Secretary Leslie Williams, Treasurer Claudia Irsuto, and Commissioner Diana Caffero for 2026 (motion by Hilde Kilian, seconded by Warren Schuhrke)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:30 a.m. (motion by Hilde Kilian, seconded by Claudia Irsuto)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission will consider and potentially vote on a text amendment application (Case ZPA 24-T-01) submitted by the Village of Schiller Park. The amendments would allow chain link fences on village-owned properties and add physical culture and health services, gymnasiums, and reducing salons as permitted uses in the I-1 Industrial District. The meeting also includes approval of the March 12, 2025 minutes and a public comment period.

• Case ZPA 24-T-01: text amendment to allow chain link fences on village-owned property (amending Section 155.105) and to permit gymnasiums and health services in the I-1 Industrial District (amending Section 155.1903)

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. It then voted 8‑0 to adopt test amendments to the zoning ordinance that permit chain‑link fences on village‑owned property and allow physical‑culture and health services, such as gymnasiums, in the I‑1 Industrial District. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved test zoning amendments for chain‑link fences and gym uses (8‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Fire and Police Commission will meet to determine whether probationary employees will be granted permanent appointments or dismissed. The board will also discuss the status of open positions within the Fire and Police Departments.

• Vote on permanent appointment or dismissal of probationary employees
• Discussion on open positions for Fire and Police Departments

The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The commissioners voted to conditionally appoint Samuel C. Anderson to the permanent rank of Sergeant for the Police Department, effective April 3, 2025. The Fire Department has one open position; the Police Department has none. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2025.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (vote: Lucy, Morioka, Irsuto yes)
• Conditionally appointed Samuel C. Anderson as permanent police sergeant (vote: Lucy, Morioka, Irsuto yes)
• Adjourned meeting (vote: Lucy, Morioka, Irsuto yes)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will receive reports from the Village Manager, Engineer, and department heads. The meeting includes updates on infrastructure projects and financial matters, followed by a closed session for personnel and legal discussions.

• Status of Infrastructure Improvement Project
• Financial Matters
• Purchase or sale of real property
• Salary schedules for employee classes
• Collective bargaining negotiations

Public Notices

This is a public notice, not a meeting with decisions. The Village of Schiller Park announces that the tentative annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 is available for inspection at the Village Clerk's office or by request.

• Tentative annual budget for FY 2025-2026 is on file at Village Hall, 9526 West Irving Park Road, Schiller Park, IL 60176

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Fire and Police Commission will meet to review the progress of employees in the final two months of their probationary period. The board will also discuss the status of open positions within the Fire and Police Departments.

• Vote on permanent appointment or dismissal of probationary employees
• Discussion of open positions for Fire and Police Departments

The commission adopted the minutes of the previous meeting. The board voted to conditionally appoint Frank J. Stoffel to the permanent rank of Sergeant for the Police Department, effective March 21, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 PM.

• Adopted prior meeting minutes (3-0)
• Conditionally appointed Frank J. Stoffel to permanent Sergeant rank (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)
• Rescheduled next regular meeting to April 8, 2025

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will vote on a minor subdivision ordinance for 4631 25th Avenue, approve bills totaling $997,217, and authorize contracts for grass cutting and park fence replacement. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real estate, litigation, and personnel matters.

• Ordinance approving minor subdivision (Castle Subdivision) at 4631 25th Avenue
• Approval of current list of bills for $997,217
• Agreement with Acosta Fence Corp for Kennedy Park fence replacement at $90,520
• Agreements with Panoramic Landscaping and L.A.R. Lawn & Grounds for 2025 Senior Grass Cutting Program
• Discussion of bank account consolidation between Wintrust and Huntington

The board unanimously approved the prior meeting minutes and a Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation. It also approved several contracts, including a general release with Grace Park Condominium, grass‑cutting services with two vendors, and a $90,520 fence replacement at Kennedy Park. An ordinance creating a minor subdivision at 4631 25" Avenue was adopted, and the current list of bills totaling $997,217 was approved.

• Approved March 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved General Release with Grace Park Condominium Association (unanimous)
• Authorized Panoramic Landscaping contract for 2025 Senior Grass Cutting Program (unanimous)
• Authorized L‑A‑R. Lawn & Grounds contract for 2025 Senior Grass Cutting Program (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance approving minor subdivision at 4631 25" Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved current list of bills totaling $997,217.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $90,520 fence replacement agreement for Kennedy Park (unanimous)

Public Notices

The Schiller Park Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting on March 19, 2025. After call to order, roll call, and public comment, the board will enter closed session to discuss several exempt matters under the Illinois Open Meetings Act, including personnel, property sale or lease, litigation, collective bargaining, and security procedures. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Closed session discussion of employee appointment, compensation, discipline, or performance
• Closed session discussion of sale or lease of real property
• Closed session discussion of pending or imminent litigation
• Closed session discussion of collective bargaining negotiations
• Closed session discussion of security procedures

Public Notices

The Schiller Park President and Board of Trustees, meeting as a Committee of the Whole, will discuss and potentially act on the Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The board also plans to enter executive session to consider real estate transactions, litigation, employee salaries, collective bargaining, and other closed-session matters.

• Discussion of Operating/Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Executive session on purchase or lease of real property
• Executive session on setting price for sale or lease of property
• Executive session on pending and probable litigation
• Executive session on salary schedules and employee compensation

Recreation Board

The Schiller Park Recreation Board will hold a meeting to discuss old and new business, including summer camp programs, operations at Anna Montana Water Park, and upcoming events like the Senior Appreciation Luncheon and Easter Parade. They will also review facility improvement plans for Kennedy Park fencing and community center bathrooms, as well as budgets and hiring for aquatics positions.

• Discussion of Summer Camp and Anna Montana Water Park operations
• Senior Appreciation Luncheon on April 11 at Allegra Banquets, 11:30am
• Easter Parade on April 12 (rain date April 19)
• Facility Improvement Plans: Phase I Kennedy Park Fencing and Community Center Bathrooms
• Hiring of lifeguards, deck attendants, concession and admission staff for aquatics

The Schiller Park Recreation Board met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. They discussed ongoing park improvements, including clearing bushes and adding recreational space, and reviewed the proposed budget with plans to use savings for park and playground upgrades. Summer hiring has begun, with job fairs conducted by staff. No formal votes were taken on new business items; the meeting was informational and planning-focused.

• Approved previous meeting's minutes (motion by Russ, seconded by Fanselow and Curry)
• Discussed park improvements including bush clearing and adding recreational areas
• Reviewed proposed budget with plans to increase funds for parks and playgrounds
• Noted savings from pool management and service hour adjustments
• Discussed future projects: basketball gym automation, field updates, scoreboards, lighting
• Discussed grant and solar funding opportunities for park maintenance

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Fire & Police Commissioners scheduled for March 18, 2025 was cancelled due to lack of a quorum. The next monthly meeting has been rescheduled for March 25, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the same location.

Public Notices

The President and Board of Trustees will meet as a Committee of the Whole to discuss the operating budget and financial overview for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate matters.

• Financial Overview-Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
• Operating Budget
• Executive session regarding purchase or lease of real property
• Executive session regarding pending or imminent litigation
• Executive session regarding employee salary schedules and collective bargaining

The Board of Trustees held a public hearing to review the draft Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, which was presented as balanced. Department heads detailed their budgets, accomplishments, and goals. No formal action was taken on the budget; the hearing was adjourned unanimously.

• Adjourned the FY 2025/26 budget public hearing (unanimous voice vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning, Planning & Appeals Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a minor subdivision application submitted by Castle Metal Finishing Corporation for property at 4631 25th Avenue. The applicant seeks approval to combine and re-subdivide two parcels in the I-1 Industrial District. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from December 2024 and public comment.

• Case No. ZPA 25-S-01: minor subdivision for Castle Metal Finishing Corp at 4631 25th Avenue
• Property located in I-1 Industrial District with two parcels (PINs 12-16-213-004-0000, 12-16-213-014-0000)
• Approval sought for plat of subdivision combining and re-subdividing parcels per Section 153.301
• Approval of minutes from December 11, 2024 regular meeting

The Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission recommended approval of the final plat for Castle Subdivision at 4631 25th Avenue, subject to staff conditions including depicting building setbacks, adding owner/engineer names, and showing utility easements. The motion passed 8-0 with one abstention. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included public comment on a future Galaxy Banquets expansion.

• Approved minutes from December 11, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Castle Subdivision final plat (8-0, 1 absent) with conditions: depict setbacks, add names/addresses, show utility easements

Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board

The Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board will discuss the FY2026 budget, review the warrant register (bill listing), and consider technology projects and a 457 Equitable Plan. The board also plans to enter executive session for personnel, employment, collective bargaining, pending litigation, and property acquisitions.

• Discussion of FY2026 budget
• Review of warrant register (bill listing)
• Technology projects update
• 457 Equitable Plan consideration
• Executive session for personnel, litigation, and property matters

Historical Commission

The Schiller Park Historical Commission is holding its regular meeting on March 10, 2025, at Washington School. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, reports, and discussion of unfinished and new business. No specific actions or notable items are listed.

• Discussion of minutes and reports from chairperson and committees
• Library representative update
• Liaison and financial reports
• Unfinished business and new business discussions

The Schiller Park Historical Commission met on March 10, 2025, and approved the minutes and financial report, with a balance of $3,216.78 and $39.31 petty cash. They discussed recognition ideas for the commission's 35th anniversary, ongoing archive organization, and upcoming Grade 5 lessons using the Village GIS website. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and planning-focused.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (all in favor)
• Approved financial report (all in favor)
• Discussed 35th anniversary recognition ideas (no action)
• Discussed ongoing archive organization (no action)
• Planned Grade 5 lessons for April using Village GIS website (no action)
• Scheduled officer elections for next month (no action)
• Noted NEIL meeting on March 15 in Glencoe (no action)
• Adjourned at 11:15 (all in favor)

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will review an audit presentation by Sikich, LLP and consider several contracts and ordinances. Key items include street maintenance funding and a tax incentive for a local business.

• Contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services for miscellaneous street repairs in the amount of $279,277.50
• Approval of bills totaling $751,993.82
• Preliminary approval of a 6B tax incentive for Top Quality Flooring
• Ordinance amending the license year for dog or cat licenses
• Joining the State C.M.S. bid for 2025/2026 winter salt procurement

The Board approved a $279,277.50 contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services for miscellaneous street repairs, and also approved joining the State C.M.S. bid for winter salt procurement. A motion to preliminarily approve a 6B tax incentive for Top Quality Flooring was not acted on due to lack of information. The Board also directed the Village Manager not to print or mail the March 2025 newsletter until the third week of April.

• Approved minutes of the February 20, 2025 regular meeting.
• Approved a proclamation supporting Casimir Pulaski Day.
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-4444 amending the dog/cat license year to July 31 through July 30.
• Approved a $279,277.50 contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services for street repairs.
• Approved joining the State C.M.S. bid for winter salt procurement for 2025/2026.
• Approved the current list of bills in the amount of $751,993.82.
• Directed the Village Manager to delay the March 2025 newsletter until the third week of April.
• Adjourned into Executive Session to discuss salary schedules and employee matters.

Village Board Meetings

The Schiller Park Village Board will consider a consent agenda with monthly department reports and several action items, including the promotion of Sergeant Jeremy Chernikovich to lieutenant, approval of bills totaling $1,690,155.13, and ordinances abating tax levies for three series of general obligation bonds. The board will also vote on renewal contracts for HVAC inspections ($14,048) and landscape management ($39,900), and discuss infrastructure project updates and a sewer discharge amendment.

• Swearing-in of Sergeant Jeremy Chernikovich to Lieutenant
• Approval of current bills in the amount of $1,690,155.13
• Ordinances abating tax levies for Series 2012, 2002C, and 2002 G.O. Bonds (SSA#7) for tax year 2024
• Renewal agreement with Atomic Mechanical Services Inc. for 2025 semi-annual HVAC inspections at $14,048
• One-year landscape management agreement with LandCare for various village facilities at $39,900

The Village Board approved Ordinance 25-4440 amending the sanitary sewer discharge rules, a list of bills totaling $1,690,155.13, and resolutions for property disposition and the 2025-2026 meeting schedule. They also approved tax abatements for three bond series, an HVAC inspection renewal with Atomic Mechanical Services Inc. for $14,048, and a one-year landscape management agreement with LandCare for $39,900. A request from Top Quality Flooring for a 6B tax incentive extension was deferred to the next meeting due to lack of consensus and materials.

• Adopted Ordinance 25-4440 amending sewer discharge rules (unanimous)
• Approved bills list of $1,690,155.13 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 01-25 authorizing property disposition (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 02-25 setting 2025-2026 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-4441 abating 2012 G.O. Bond tax levy (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-4442 abating 2002C G.O. Bond tax levy (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-4443 abating 2002 G.O. Bond SSA#7 tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved $14,048 HVAC inspection renewal with Atomic Mechanical Services (unanimous)

Fire Pension Board

The Schiller Park Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to discuss and decide on several pension-related matters. Key actions include approving duty-disability benefits for Louis Bertoncini, discussing possible amendments to the investment professional agreement with Sawyer Falduto Asset Management, and approving annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners. The board will also review trustee term expirations, a small estate affidavit, and renewal of the engagement letter with Lauterbach & Amen, LLP.

• Approve duty-disability benefits – Louis Bertoncini
• Discussion on possible amendments to investment professional agreement with Sawyer Falduto Asset Management
• Approve annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners
• Review/approve Linda Schuyler Small Estate Affidavit and final prorated benefit payment
• Adopt and publish written decisions and orders for Jerome Budnik and Louis Bertoncini

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The regularly scheduled monthly meeting for February 18, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The document is a notice of cancellation.

Zoning Board of Appeals

This is a procedural meeting of the Schiller Park Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission. The agenda includes only standard items: call to order, roll call, approval of minutes from December 11, 2024, old business, new business, public comment, and adjournment. No specific zoning cases, ordinances, or public hearings are listed.

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Schiller Park Fire and Police Commission will hold a scheduled meeting to discuss progress of probationary employees and potentially vote on permanent appointments or dismissals. The agenda also includes discussion of open positions for fire and police departments, status of police lieutenant promotional testing, and conducting oral examinations for the lieutenant promotion. The meeting is routine with no specific contracts or funding decisions listed.

• Discuss progress of probationary employees and vote on permanent appointment or dismissal
• Discuss status of open positions for Fire and Police departments
• Discuss status of Police Lieutenant Promotional testing
• Conduct Police Lieutenant Promotional oral examinations (before or after the meeting)

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners held a regular meeting with two of three members present initially; Commissioner Lucy arrived late. They voted to adopt the minutes of previous meetings. No probationary employee decisions or new business items were acted on. The board discussed the police lieutenant promotion exam, with oral exams held after the meeting and a final eligibility list expected by February 14, 2025. The next regular meeting was rescheduled from March 18 to March 25, 2025, due to lack of quorum.

• Adopted minutes of last meetings (2-0, with Commissioner Lucy absent at vote)
• Rescheduled next regular meeting to March 25, 2025, due to lack of quorum
• Noted police lieutenant oral exams held after meeting; eligibility list due by Feb 14, 2025

Historical Commission

The Schiller Park Historical Commission is holding its regular meeting on February 10, 2025, at Washington School. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, public comments, and reports from the chair, committees, and liaison. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Financial report
• Library representative update
• Chairperson and committee reports

The Schiller Park Historical Commission approved the minutes and financial report, and set the Wall of Honor Ceremony for 1:00 PM on June 14, 2025, as suggested by the Boy Scouts. They also decided to keep signage from the Cook County Forest Preserve, and discussed plans for the 35th anniversary open house in March, 5th grade visits, and an Illinois Archives grant application due March 14.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (all agreed)
• Approved financial report as of Jan 31, 2025: bank balance $2,822.74, petty cash $39.31 (all agreed)
• Set Wall of Honor Ceremony for 1:00 PM on June 14, 2025
• Decided to keep signage from Cook County Forest Preserve
• Nominated June Oulund and Claudia Irsuto as nominating committee for officer elections
• Scheduled 5th grade visits to Historical Society after spring break
• Discussed applying for Illinois Archives 2025 Historical Grant by March 14

Village Board Meetings

The Village Board will consider approving a $688,967.30 contract for the Grace Street Water Main Improvements project, along with a sewer discharge ordinance amendment and a utility easement ordinance. The board also will vote on a $1.4 million bill list and ratify an agreement to assist with payment card antitrust litigation. An executive session is scheduled for real estate, litigation, personnel, and security matters.

• Motion to approve $688,967.30 contract with Performance Construction & Engineering, LLC for Grace Street Water Main Improvements (Marie Lane to Irving Park Road)
• Ordinance amending Section 52.31 regarding prohibited discharges to the sanitary sewer system
• Ordinance approving a plat of utility easement for public utility improvements (PIN 12-10-300-046 and PIN 12-10-302-038)
• Motion to approve current list of bills totaling $1,445,634.84
• Motion to ratify an agreement with The Sonnenschein Groupe to assist with Payment Card Interchange Fee and Merchant Discount Antitrust Litigation

The Village Board approved a $688,967.30 contract with Performance Construction & Engineering, LLC for the Grace Street Water Main Improvements Project (Marie Lane to Irving Park Road). They also adopted Ordinance 25-4439 granting utility easements, approved bills totaling $1,445,634.84, and ratified an agreement with The Sonnenschein Groupe for payment card antitrust litigation. No action was taken on the proposed ordinance regarding prohibited discharges to the sanitary sewer system.

• Approved $688,967.30 contract for Grace Street Water Main Improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-4439 for utility easements (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $1,445,634.84 (unanimous)
• Ratified agreement with The Sonnenschein Groupe for payment card litigation (unanimous)
• Discussed but took no action on prohibited discharges ordinance

Recreation Board

The Recreation Board will discuss program updates, marketing for spring and summer, and facility improvement plans. The board is also reviewing revenue, expenditures, and the first round of budgeting.

• Pool 2025 hours and fees
• Summer Camp hours and fees
• Fitness Center fees
• Community Center bathrooms and Phase I- Kennedy Park fencing improvements
• Spring Summer Brochure and Spring Break Flyer layout

The Schiller Park Recreation Board met on January 21, 2025, and handled routine business. They approved the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting. In new business, they recognized retiring baseball commissioner Dave Wishmire and announced Mike Rago as his successor. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy or financial matters.

• Approved minutes of September 17, 2024 meeting
• Recognized retiring baseball commissioner Dave Wishmire
• Announced Mike Rago as new baseball commissioner

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Schiller Park Board of Fire & Police Commissioners cancelled its regularly scheduled January 21, 2025 meeting because a quorum was not present. The next monthly meeting has been rescheduled to Monday, January 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Village Hall board room.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum; next rescheduled for January 20, 2025

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Schiller Park Fire and Police Commission will hold a scheduled meeting to consider and act on personnel matters, including the permanent appointment or dismissal of probationary employees. The board will also discuss open positions in both departments and the status of Police Lieutenant testing. A written promotional exam for Police Lieutenant will be conducted by C.O.P.S. Testing Services in conjunction with the meeting.

• Vote on permanent appointment or dismissal of probationary employees in their last two months of probation
• Discussion of open positions for Fire and Police departments
• Discussion of Police Lieutenant testing status
• C.O.P.S. Testing Services to conduct Police Lieutenant Promotional written examinations before, during, or after the meeting

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners voted unanimously to request a salary raise for Secretary Botti, aligning her pay with commissioners, to be discussed at an upcoming village meeting. No probationary employee decisions were made, and no other substantive actions were taken. The next regular meeting was rescheduled from February 18 to February 11, 2025.

• Adopted minutes of last meetings (3-0)
• Approved motion to request raise for Secretary Botti (3-0)
• Rescheduled next regular meeting to February 11, 2025

Village Board Meetings

The Schiller Park Village Board will consider several ordinances including conditional use permits for an auto repair shop and a vehicle rental agency, a redevelopment agreement for vacant parcels in the West Gateway 2 TIF district, approval of a contract for water system pump improvements, and payment of bills totaling $1,563,567.65. The board will also discuss matters in executive session.

• Conditional use for auto repair shop at 3920 Wesley Terrace (ZPA 24-C-03)
• Conditional use for vehicle rental agency at 9815-9819 W. Lawrence Avenue (ZPA 24-C-04)
• Redevelopment agreement with Interchange Schiller Park, LLC for vacant parcels in West Gateway 2 TIF district near Mannheim and Irving Park roads
• Motion to approve Flolo Corporation contract for VFD installation on pump four of water distribution system, not to exceed $24,700
• Ordinance approving MOU with IAFF Local 5230 for collective bargaining agreement (May 2025–April 2031)

The Village Board approved a redevelopment agreement with Interchange Schiller Park, LLC for vacant parcels in the West Gateway 2 TIF district, along with conditional use permits for a motor vehicle repair shop and a rental agency. They also approved a $24,700 contract for a water pump VFD installation, a firefighter union MOU, an ordinance on vehicle seizure/impoundment, and $1,563,567.65 in bills. All votes were unanimous except for the rental agency ordinance, which passed 5-1.

• Approved redevelopment agreement with Interchange Schiller Park, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for motor vehicle repair shop at 3920 Wesley Terrace (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for motor vehicle rental agency at 9815-9819 W. Lawrence Ave (5-1, Lukowski nay)
• Approved $24,700 contract with Flolo Corp for VFD installation on pump four (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Firefighters Local 5230 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending vehicle seizure/impoundment code (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $1,563,567.65 (unanimous)

Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board

The Municipal Consolidated Dispatch Board will meet to approve minutes from September 2024, hear the executive director's report, and ratify two expenditures: a $35,997.79 Dell server and software integration from NobleTec LLC, and a $12,910.00 emergency HVAC purchase from the Village of Harwood Heights. The board will also review a warrant register and may enter executive session for personnel, employment, collective bargaining, litigation, and property matters.

• Ratification of $35,997.79 to NobleTec LLC for a new Dell server and Total Response Software integration for the CAD system
• Ratification of $12,910.00 to the Village of Harwood Heights for emergency purchase of HVAC cooling units for the MCD Equipment Room (July 2024)
• Warrant register (bill listing) approval
• Executive session planned on personnel, employment, collective bargaining, litigation, and property acquisitions

Historical Commission

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed for discussion.

The Schiller Park Historical Commission met on January 13, 2025, and approved the previous meeting's minutes with corrections, the financial report showing a balance of $3,151.05, and a $35.00 renewal for NEIL. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural with discussions about future events and volunteer ideas.

• Approved minutes with corrections (all agreed)
• Approved financial report with $3,151.05 balance (all agreed)
• Approved $35.00 NEIL renewal (all agreed)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning, Planning and Appeals Commission is meeting to consider routine procedural matters. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, old business, new business, public comment, and adjournment. No specific rezonings or other substantive items are listed for discussion or action.

• No specific items listed under New or Old Business

Village Board Meetings

This is a regularly scheduled Village Board meeting with no specific ordinances, resolutions, or action items listed on the published agenda. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and committee reports, followed by an executive session covering topics including real estate, litigation, personnel, and collective bargaining. No substantive decisions or proposals are explicitly outlined for the open session.

• Executive session authorized for purchase or lease of real property
• Executive session authorized for setting price for sale or lease of property
• Executive session authorized for pending and probable litigation
• Executive session authorized for salary schedules and employee matters
• Executive session authorized for collective bargaining and security procedures