Western Springs, IL

Public Works and Water Committee

Finance Committee

Properties and Recreation Committee

General Government Committee

The committee will review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2027. Members will also consider the 2027 meeting schedule for the Village Board and other commissions.

• Proposed FY 2027 Budget
• Proposed 2027 Meeting Schedule of the Village Board and other Boards and Commissions
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the Government Insurance Network (GIN)

Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees

Plan Commission

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees

Plan Commission

Infrastructure Commission

The Infrastructure Commission will meet to review the proposed Capital Improvement Program for the FY 2027 budget. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from September 24, 2026.

• FY 2027 Budget - Proposed Capital Improvement Program

Police Pension Board

The Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will review quarterly financial reports and investment statements. The board will consider membership applications, contribution refunds, and a special election for an active member trustee vacancy.

• Application for Membership: Michael Andersen
• Contribution Refund: Joel Holler
• Discussion/Possible Action: Active Member Trustee Vacancy Special Election
• Discussion/Possible Action: Cash Management Policy and Authorized Account Signer Updates
• Discussion/Possible Action: Power of Attorney for Bruno Kalan

Board of Trustees

The Western Springs Board of Trustees will vote on an omnibus package including the 2026 real property tax levy and several engineering contracts. Key actions include authorizing a loan for lead service line replacements and approving design fees for road and drainage projects. Trustees will also discuss a proposed ban on personal fireworks use.

• Resolution determining the estimated 2026 real property tax levy
• Ordinance authorizing an IEPA loan for replacing 45 residential lead service lines
• Contract with Thomas Engineering for 2027 concrete patching design ($102,806.00 not-to-exceed)
• Contract with Baxter & Woodman for road and utility improvements design ($247,000.00 not-to-exceed)
• Discussion of a proposed Fireworks Code Amendment prohibiting personal use

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will meet to discuss new business and approve previous minutes. The primary item for consideration is the draft budget for Fiscal Year 2027.

• Fiscal Year 2027 Draft Budget

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will meet to discuss updates to the FY2027 budget for law enforcement and fire & EMS. The body will also consider changes to the fireworks code and the addition of parking signs.

• Proposed fireworks code amendment prohibiting personal use and allowing professional public displays
• Addition of parking restriction signs on Rugeley Road and 50th Place
• Fiscal Year 2027 Budget update for Department of Law Enforcement and Fire & EMS

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will meet to discuss a petition regarding the South Campus of Lyons Township High School. The body will consider a recommendation for an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit and variations for athletic facilities.

• PC-2026-01: Amendment to Conditional Use Permit and Variations for athletic fields, discus and shotput areas, and accessory structures at 4900 & 4940 Willow Springs Road

Plan Commission

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will vote on several items via omnibus vote, including a water valve project and a liquor license for Harvest Fest. The board will also discuss the 2026 estimated real property tax levy and various public works engineering proposals.

• Agreement with Suburban General Construction Inc. for water valve replacement not to exceed $250,000
• Liquor license and temporary use permit for Western Springs Park District Harvest Fest 2026
• Ordinance amending sidewalk construction conditions adjacent to 5140 Grand Avenue
• Discussion of the estimated real property tax levy for the year 2026
• Discussion of an IEPA loan agreement for Lead Service Line Replacement Phase 3 CY26-27

General Government Committee

The General Government Committee of Western Springs, IL meets on October 7, 2026 at 5:15 PM at Village Hall, 740 Hillgrove Avenue. The agenda lists two new business items: a revised request from the Western Springs Park District for a special event liquor license and temporary use permit for Harvest Fest 2026, and the proposed 2027 budget. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as approval of minutes, roll call, public comment, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Western Springs Park District revised request for a special event liquor license and temporary use permit for Harvest Fest 2026
• Proposed 2027 budget discussion
• Public comment period included on the agenda
• Approval of minutes for a prior meeting

Properties and Recreation Committee

The Properties and Recreation Committee of Western Springs meets October 7, 2026 at 5:30 PM at Village Hall, 740 Hillgrove Avenue. The agenda includes new business on a right-of-way sale ordinance amendment tied to sidewalk construction timing at 5140 Grand, a change order for the 2026 HVAC maintenance contract, a furniture purchase agreement with Henrickson through the Omnia Partners purchasing cooperative, and the FY2027 proposed capital budget for the Recreation Fund. The meeting also includes approval of September 9, 2026 minutes, public comment, and scheduling of the next committee meeting.

• 5140 Grand Right of Way Sale Ordinance Amendment - Sidewalk Construction Timing
• Change Order #1 for the 2026 HVAC Maintenance Contract
• Agreement for a Furniture Purchase from Henrickson through Omnia Partners Purchasing Cooperative
• FY2027 Proposed Capital Budget - Recreation Fund
• Approval of Meeting Minutes from September 9, 2026

Finance Committee

The Western Springs Finance Committee meets on October 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM at Village Hall, 740 Hillgrove Avenue. The agenda lists a resolution determining the estimated real property tax levy for 2026 and a 2027 budget update under new business. The meeting also includes approval of the September 1, 2026 minutes, roll call, and public comment. No dollar amounts or specific budget figures appear in the agenda text.

• Resolution determining the estimated real property tax levy for 2026
• 2027 budget update
• Approval of minutes from the September 1, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period
• Scheduling of the next committee meeting

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board will meet to review the treasurer's report and the status of previously approved purchases. The board will also consider new purchases for fire equipment, life safety, and the fire station.

• Fire equipment purchases
• Life safety purchases
• Fire station purchases
• Status report on approved purchases

Public Works and Water Committee

The Western Springs Public Works and Water Committee meets October 6, 2026 at 5:15 PM at Village Hall, 740 Hillgrove Avenue. The committee will review several proposed contracts and engineering proposals, including a salt purchase, a water valve replacement agreement, and lead service line replacement financing. Most items are proposals or authorizations for consideration; the agenda does not state outcomes. The meeting also includes a proclamation for National First Responders Day and October water system updates.

• Motion to waive competitive bidding and approve a State of Illinois salt purchase contract with Morton Salt, Inc., not-to-exceed $155,034.00
• Agreement with Suburban General Construction Inc. for the Water Valve Replacement project, not to exceed $250,000.00
• Ordinance authorizing an IEPA loan agreement for Lead Service Line Replacement Phase 3 CY26-27, L17-7897
• Supplemental Construction Engineering Services Proposal #1 with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for the Springdale Drainage Improvements Project
• Design engineering proposals for 2027 Concrete Pavement Patching (Thomas Engineering) and for Woodland Drive, Oak Lane, Crest Lane, Crestview Drive, and Maple Lane road and utility improvements

Board of Trustees

The Western Springs Board of Trustees meets September 28, 2026 to vote on a package of previously discussed items, including an ordinance adjusting combined water/sewer rates and the senior discounted rate, plus a capital maintenance fee. Trustees will also consider budget amendments, engineering and construction contracts, and a library building maintenance tax levy. Most items are grouped into a single omnibus vote; a water valve replacement agreement with Suburban General Construction Inc. (not to exceed $250,000) is listed for discussion only.

• Ordinance 26-3339 adjusting combined water/sewer rates, senior discounted rates, and the capital maintenance fee
• Resolution 26-3042 levying an additional library tax for construction, maintenance, and repairs for FY 2027
• Water valve replacement agreement with Suburban General Construction Inc., not to exceed $250,000 (discussion only)
• Well No. 3 maintenance contract with Layne Christensen Company, not to exceed $200,000
• Stormwater master plan agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd., not to exceed $210,460

Infrastructure Commission

The Western Springs Infrastructure Commission is meeting to discuss updates on capital projects, the water plant and distribution system, and the FY 2027 budget. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a previous meeting and public comment. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Capital Project Updates
• Water Plant and Distribution System Updates
• FY 2027 Budget Update
• Approval of Infrastructure Commission Minutes from 05-14-26

Plan Commission

The Western Springs Plan Commission will consider a continued petition to amend a conditional use permit and variations for athletic field improvements at Lyons Township High School South Campus, including discus and shotput areas, bleachers, relocated fields, batting cages, bullpens, goalposts, fencing, and netting. The commission will make a recommendation on the petition. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Continued PC-2026-01: Amendment to Conditional Use Permit and Variations for athletic facilities at 4900 & 4940 Willow Springs Road
• Proposed additions: discus and shotput areas with bleachers, relocated and additional athletic fields, batting cages, bullpen, goalposts, fencing, and netting
• Public comment period
• Approval of August 20, 2026 minutes

The Western Springs Plan Commission meeting on September 17, 2026, was adjourned after roll call because a quorum was not met. All agenda items were continued to the next scheduled meeting on October 15, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.

• Continued all agenda items to October 15, 2026 (lack of quorum)

Board of Trustees

The Western Springs Board of Trustees will discuss a wide range of items, including water and sewer rate options, budget amendments, and vendor contracts. The board will also take an omnibus vote on several resolutions, including contracts for the Gilbert Avenue Resurfacing Project, a grant application for Hillgrove Avenue improvements, and a fire sprinkler repair contract. Most items are listed as discussion only, with action expected on the omnibus items.

• Omnibus vote: Resolution 26-3030 authorizing up to $20,000 for Daly Fire Protection for fire sprinkler repairs
• Omnibus vote: Ordinance 26-3337 increasing Recreation Center office furniture contract from $38,255 to $39,440
• Omnibus vote: Resolutions 26-3033/26-3034 for Gilbert Avenue construction engineering with Baxter & Woodman, not to exceed $128,093
• Omnibus vote: Resolution 26-3037 supporting ITEP grant application for Hillgrove Avenue Improvements (Hampton to Wolf Road)
• Discussion: Water and sewer rate options for ordinance amending Village Code 8-10-4

The Western Springs Board of Trustees approved an omnibus package of ordinances, resolutions and motions covering engineering services, road projects, and equipment repairs. The board also amended the omnibus to add approval of an IDOT form later assigned Resolution No. 26-3038. Separately, the board discussed a water and sewer rate study and recommended option 2, with an ordinance to be presented at the next meeting. The board adjourned to closed session to set a price for sale or lease of public property.

• Approved omnibus as amended (6-0, Fink absent)
• Ratified Resolution 26-3030: Daly Fire Protection fire sprinkler repairs, not to exceed $20,000
• Approved Ordinance 26-3337: Recreation Center office furniture change order, $38,255 to $39,440
• Approved Resolutions 26-3033 and 26-3034: Baxter & Woodman Gilbert Avenue construction engineering, not to exceed $128,093 each
• Approved Resolution 26-3035: cost-sharing agreement with Cook County and LaGrange for Gilbert Avenue project
• Approved Resolution 26-3036: use of Motor Fuel Tax funds for Gilbert Avenue Project
• Approved Resolution 26-3037: support for ITEP grant application for Hillgrove Avenue Improvements
• Recommended option 2 for water and sewer rate study; ordinance to be presented at next meeting

Properties and Recreation Committee

The Properties and Recreation Committee will review several service agreements for village building maintenance. The agenda also includes a fiber optic cable agreement and officiating contracts for recreation programs.

• Tuckpointing repairs agreement with Safe-Way Tuckpointing, LLC
• Roofing repair agreements with Riddiford Roofing and Garland/DBS Inc.
• Fiber optic cable agreement with Ezee Fiber Texas, LLC
• Basketball officiating agreement with Best Officials
• Change order for Recreation Center office furniture

General Government Committee

The committee will review updates to Village Code Section 2 and receive an update on the FY2027 budget. The agenda also includes a request for a raffle license from Common Hope and a review of closed meeting minutes.

• Update of Village Code Section 2
• FY2027 Budget Update
• Raffle License request from Common Hope
• Agreement with JustFOIA for FOIA Management Software
• Claims and Litigation Update

Public Works and Water Committee

The Public Works and Water Committee will review several infrastructure items, including water plant improvements and road resurfacing. The meeting includes discussions on vendor contracts, project updates, and grant applications for Hillgrove Avenue.

• Layne Christensen Company contract for Well No. 3 maintenance up to $200,000.00
• Gilbert Avenue Resurfacing project agreements and resolutions
• Woodland Avenue Reconstruction Project Change Order 1 (extension of time)
• 2026 Road and Utility Program Change Order 1 (extension of time)
• Hillgrove Avenue Improvements ITEP Grant Application support

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several budget amendments and rate options. Discussions include the Overhead Sewer System cost share program, leak repairs, and Hillgrove Avenue Phase 1 engineering. The committee will also consider water and sewer rate options for a potential ordinance amendment.

• Library .02% Building Maintenance Levy
• Budget Amendment for the Overhead Sewer System (OSS) Cost Share Program
• Budget Amendment for Leak Repairs
• Budget Amendment for Hillgrove Avenue Improvements - Phase 1 Engineering
• Water and Sewer Rate Options for Ordinance Amending Subsection 8-10-4

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider an update to Village Code Section 2-6-2. The committee will also receive an update regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget.

• Update to Village Code Section 2-6-2
• Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Update

The Planning and Zoning Committee recommended an amendment to Village Code Section 2-6-2 regarding the Economic Development Commission's purpose statement. The committee also received a preliminary update on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget process.

• Approved July 7, 2026 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Recommended amended EDC purpose statement for Village Code Section 2-6-2 (2-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commission

The Board of Fire and Police Commission is meeting to discuss updates and overviews, including the lateral police officer testing process and the entry-level police officer testing process via Public Safety Testing. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting and public comment.

• Lateral Police Officer Testing Process discussion
• Entry-Level Police Officer Testing Process via Public Safety Testing
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 20, 2026

Plan Commission

The Western Springs Plan Commission will consider an amendment to a conditional use permit and variations for athletic field improvements at Lyons Township High School South Campus, including new discus and shotput areas, bleachers, batting cages, and fencing. The commission will make a recommendation on the petition.

• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for athletic facilities at 4900 & 4940 Willow Springs Road
• Variations for discus and shotput areas with bleachers
• Relocated and additional athletic fields, including batting cages, bullpen, and goalposts
• Accessory hardscape and structures, including fencing and netting

The Plan Commission continued the public hearing for Lyons Township High School's request to amend its conditional use permit for athletic facilities. The commission requested further safety and noise analyses and an exploration of alternative locations before making a decision.

• Approved June 18, 2026 meeting minutes
• Tabled amendment to conditional use permit and variations for athletic facilities (PC-2026-01) until September 17, 2026

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comment, and discuss new business including an economic development activity report, village facility use, and a proposed update to Village Code Section 2-6-2. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from July 23, 2025
• Economic Development Activity Report
• Village Facility Use discussion
• Update to Village Code Section 2-6-2

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will consider an omnibus vote on multiple items, including liquor license ordinances for Alano Ristorante at 821 Burlington Avenue, a special events license for the Park District's Harvest Fest, and several public works contracts. Discussion items include a leaf pickup resident survey and a change order for Recreation Center office furniture. The meeting also includes proclamations, commission appointments, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Ordinances to amend liquor code for Alano Ristorante (Cotto Geneva LLC) at 821 Burlington Avenue for Class B, G, and H licenses
• Ordinance creating Class I liquor license for Western Springs Park District's Harvest Fest 2026 at Spring Rock Park
• Resolution for $292,598.52 contract with M&J Asphalt Paving for 2026 MFT roadway resurfacing
• Resolution for $34,450.00 contract with Innova Fence for Recreation Center fence installation
• Professional service agreements with V3 Companies for 2027 Road and Utility Program and HR Green for Grand Avenue improvements

The Board of Trustees approved an omnibus vote enacting multiple measures, including liquor licenses for Alano Ristorante and Harvest Fest 2026, engineering agreements for road and utility improvements, and contracts for street patching and facility repairs. Commissioners and board members also heard public comments regarding license plate reader technology and received administrative reports.

• Approved minutes from the July 13, 2026 meeting
• Reappointed Patrick Turner and appointed Nick Esterman to the Plan Commission through August 10, 2029
• Reappointed Andrew Ariens to the Economic Development Commission through August 10, 2029
• Approved Ordinances 26-3330, 26-3331, and 26-3332 issuing Class H, B, and G liquor licenses for Alano Ristorante at 821 Burlington Avenue
• Approved Ordinance 26-3333 creating a Class I liquor license for the Western Springs Park District Harvest Fest 2026 in Spring Rock Park
• Approved Resolution 26-3028 awarding the 2026 Motor Fuel Tax Roadway Resurfacing Project contract to M&J Asphalt Paving Company, Inc. for $292,598.52
• Approved Resolution 26-3029 awarding the Recreation Center fence installation contract to Innova Fence, LLC for an amount not to exceed $34,450.00
• Approved Resolution 26-3030 awarding the fire sprinkler repair project contract to Central States Automatic Sprinklers, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $43,175.00

Planning and Zoning Committee

Public Works and Water Committee

The Public Works and Water Committee is discussing design engineering for the 2027 Road and Utility Program and Grand Avenue improvements. The body will also review a no-cost change order for water meter replacements and a resident survey regarding leaf pickup.

• 2027 Road and Utility Program design engineering by V3 Companies
• Grand Avenue Improvements design engineering by HR Green, Inc.
• No Cost Change Order No. 1 for the Water Meter Replacement Project
• Leaf Pickup Resident Survey
• Bidding update for Asphalt Street Patching & Public Works Yard Pavement Resurfacing Project

The committee recommended that the Village Board approve professional engineering service agreements with V3 Companies for the 2027 Road and Utility Program and with HR Green for the Grand Avenue Improvement project. Additionally, the committee recommended a no-cost contract extension for the Water Meter Replacement project through December 31, 2026. Other items, including a leaf pickup survey and engineering consultant qualifications, were discussed without formal action.

• Approved July 7, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended V3 Companies contract for 2027 Road and Utility Program (unanimous)
• Recommended HR Green contract for Grand Avenue Improvements (unanimous)
• Recommended no-cost time extension for Water Meter Replacement project (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:43 PM (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Western Springs Finance Committee will meet on August 4, 2026, at 5:30 PM in Village Hall to review minutes from the July 7 meeting and consider a budget amendment for the 2026 Recreation Center fence installation project.

• Budget amendment for 2026 Recreation Center fence installation project

The committee reviewed a request to amend the 2026 budget to fund a $35,450 fence installation at the Recreation Center. Members voted to place the budget amendment on the agenda for the August 10th Board of Trustees meeting.

• Approved July 7, 2026, meeting minutes
• Advanced Recreation Center fence budget amendment to Board of Trustees (passed)

Liquor Control Commission

The Liquor Control Commission will meet to discuss liquor license applications. The primary item for consideration is a request for Class “B”, “G”, and “H” licenses for Alano Ristorante.

• Liquor license application for Alano Ristorante, 821 Burlington Avenue (Cotto Geneva LLC)