Westmont public meetings in 2021

Village Board

The Village of Westmont Board of Trustees is amending its regular meeting schedule to cancel the December 30, 2021, meeting. The next scheduled meeting in the rotation is January 13, 2022.

• Cancellation of the December 30, 2021, Board of Trustees meeting

Public Safety Committees

The regular meeting of the Police Public Safety Committee scheduled for December 22, 2021, has been cancelled.

Liquor Commission

The Village of Westmont Liquor Commissioner and Mayor will hold public hearings concerning violations of state and local laws by liquor and tobacco licensees. One hearing is scheduled for Anna’s Place.

• Liquor license violation hearing for Anna's Place

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will receive updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs regarding department status and issues. The meeting includes discussions on police academy progress, rules and regulations, and entry-level candidate testing.

• Progress at the Police Academy
• Review of Commissioners Rules and Regulations
• Authorization of outstanding invoices for hiring or promotion
• Discussion of Entry-Level Candidate Testing
• Review of background investigation results

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved a conditional offer of employment to Candidate #13 as a Westmont Probationary Police Officer, pending medical and psychological evaluations. The candidate accepted the offer. The board also approved the November 16, 2021 meeting minutes and discussed upcoming entry-level testing.

• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved conditional offer of employment to Candidate #13 as probationary police officer (3-0)

Public Works Committee

The committee will review the Quincy Streetscape Project 2022 and a Public Works succession plan. Members will also receive progress reports on various water, street, and facility projects.

• Quincy Streetscape Project 2022
• Liberty Park Water Main Project Update
• Pasquinelli Dr. Streetlight Replacement Project
• 63rd St. (Western - Richmond) Water Main Project
• Village Hall Reorganization / Remodel

The Public Works Committee approved the September 23, 2021 minutes and discussed several projects, including the Quincy Streetscape Project 2022 and a succession plan for the retiring Public Works Director. No formal votes were taken on new business items; updates were provided on ongoing projects like the Addington Plaza and Liberty Park water main.

• Approved minutes from September 23, 2021 (moved by Barker, seconded by Liddle)
• Discussed Quincy Streetscape Project 2022 (no action)
• Discussed Public Works succession plan to be in place by June (no action)
• Received updates on Addington Plaza, Liberty Park water main, and fueling center (no action)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance to adjust the collective bargaining agreement with FOP Lodge 63. The board will also review changes to available liquor licenses following the sale of Cafe Ruta. Additionally, the board may declare certain police department equipment as surplus property.

• Police contract extension and a 2.5% wage adjustment
• Reduction of one Class 4 liquor license
• Increase of one Class 3 liquor license for Neruta LLC at 6551 S. Cass Avenue
• Declaration of police department equipment as surplus property

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including finance ordinance #17 for $2,444,821.54, and passed four new business items: reducing Class 4 liquor licenses by one, increasing Class 3 licenses by one for Cafe Ruta, approving a police union MOU, and declaring police equipment surplus. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with Trustee Simonovich absent.

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance #17 ($2,444,821.54) (5-0)
• Reduced available Class 4 liquor licenses by one (5-0)
• Increased available Class 3 liquor licenses by one for Cafe Ruta (5-0)
• Approved MOU with FOP Lodge 63 for police CBA adjustment (5-0)
• Declared police department equipment as surplus (5-0)

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The board will review the investment policy and asset allocation targets. The meeting also includes consideration of an actuarial report and a municipal funding request.

• Review of investment policy and asset allocation targets
• Acceptance of Actuarial Report
• Municipal Funding Request
• Approval of IDOI Report
• Approval of 2022 Meeting Dates

Village Board

The Village Board of Trustees is meeting jointly with the Environmental Improvement Committee and Westmont First. The session focuses on an overview of the relationship between the Village of Westmont and its volunteer committees.

• Overview of Village of Westmont / Volunteer Committee Relationship
• Discussion regarding Westmont First
• Discussion regarding Environmental Improvement Committee (EIC)

The Village Board met jointly with the Environmental Improvement Committee and Westmont First. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and discussion, including plans for the EIC to present on solar energy and lighting in January. The meeting adjourned with unanimous votes.

• Adjourned Village Board meeting at 7:30 p.m. (all ayes)
• Adjourned EIC meeting at 7:30 p.m. (all ayes)
• Adjourned Westmont First meeting at 7:30 p.m. (all ayes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering several requests for property developments and zoning ordinance amendments. The body will discuss site plans and variances for local businesses and updates to regulations regarding alcoholic beverage dispensers and wireless telecommunication facilities.

• Request for 2 West Naperville Road: Preliminary Plat of Subdivision and variances for building additions to encroach into Cass Avenue and Naperville Road setback lines
• Request for 1 West Quincy Street: Special Use Permit and variance to operate a craft alcoholic beverage dispenser within 1,000 feet of a school
• Proposed text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance definition for a craft alcoholic beverage dispenser
• Proposed text amendments to regulate wireless telecommunication facilities, including antennas and towers

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval for Mrs. T's Pizza and Pub's subdivision, variances, and site plan, and for Whiskey Hill Brewing's special use permit and distance variance. It also recommended a text amendment for craft alcoholic beverage dispensers. The wireless telecommunications ordinance was tabled to January 12, 2022.

• Approved preliminary plat of subdivision for 2 W. Naperville Rd (6-1)
• Approved Cass Ave setback variance for building addition (6-1)
• Approved Naperville Rd setback variance for building addition (6-1)
• Approved site and landscaping plan with photometric study and updated north elevation (6-1)
• Approved text amendment to craft alcoholic beverage dispenser definition (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for craft alcoholic beverage dispenser at 1 W. Quincy St (7-0)
• Approved variance for craft dispenser within 1000 ft of school (7-0)
• Tabled wireless telecommunications ordinance to Jan 12, 2022 (7-0)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will review reports regarding building energy policies and CEJA. Discussions include the Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance, community solar, and the Richmond Education Garden. The meeting also includes a summary of VOW 2020 recycling data.

• Review of Building Energy Policies and CEJA report
• Discussion on Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance
• Updates on Community Solar and Green Page
• Summary and comparison of VOW 2020 recycling data

The Environmental Improvement Committee met and discussed several ongoing items but took no formal votes. The consent agenda (approval of 11/1/2021 minutes) was deferred to the next meeting. Reports covered waste management RFP samples, an upcoming joint meeting, and a recap of a prior energy-policy meeting. Old business included discussions on a lighting/dark skies ordinance, community solar, green page updates, the Maercker School Science Fair (no guests allowed), a No Mow Initiative, and the Richmond Education Garden. New business included a presentation of 2020 recycling data showing increased recycled material and overall pickup. The meeting adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Deferred approval of 11/1/2021 meeting minutes to the next meeting
• Discussed lighting/dark skies ordinance process; further discussion set for Thursday's joint meeting
• Discussed community solar; suggested adding information to annual report
• Noted Maercker School will not allow guests at science fair this year
• Discussed Richmond Education Garden education component participation
• Reviewed 2020 recycling data showing increased recycled material and overall pickup
• Adjourned by unanimous motion at 7:01pm

Administration and Finance Committee

The Village of Westmont Administration and Finance Committee has cancelled its scheduled meeting for December 2, 2021. The next meeting in the regular schedule is January 13, 2022.

Village Board

The Board will conduct public hearings regarding the 2021 property tax levy for the Village and Special Service Area 2. Additionally, members will consider various zoning changes, street closures for Westmont Holly Days, and a revised police training agreement.

• Adopting the 2021 property tax levy of $9,583,437
• Rezoning and subdividing 547 63rd Street into three residential lots
• Approving street closures for Westmont Holly Days
• Revised VirTra agreement with an annual lease cost of $1,342.46
• Special Use Permits for 201 West Ogden Avenue

Community Development Committee

The committee will meet to receive reports from the Director, Planning and Zoning, Permitting, and Code Enforcement. No specific ordinances or contracts are listed for decision.

• Director’s Report
• Planning and Zoning Report
• Permitting Report
• Code Enforcement Report

The Community Development Committee approved the minutes from the August 26, 2021 regular meeting. No public comment was made. The committee received updates on staffing, the Joint Review Board, COVID-19 protocols, Sol-Smart training, planning and building reports, and property statuses. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from August 26, 2021 regular meeting (voice vote)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance to join the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program. The meeting also includes a resolution for the Szymski Plaza designation and fee waivers for the Winter Beerfest. Additionally, the board will review purchase orders for road salt and project assistance.

• Ordinance adopting agreement with DuPage County for water assistance program
• Resolution designating 31 W. Quincy Street plaza as 'Szymski Plaza'
• Purchase order for Compass Minerals America Inc. ($51,926.40) for road salt
• Purchase order for Baxter & Woodman, Inc. ($34,100.00) for Liberty Park project assistance
• Fee waivers for Westmont Park District Winter Beerfest permits

The Village Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, a finance ordinance of $1,789,158.97, purchase orders totaling $86,026.40, and fee waivers for the Park District's Winter Beerfest. They also passed a resolution designating the plaza at 31 W. Quincy Street as 'Szymski Plaza' and adopted an ordinance to participate in the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) with DuPage County. All votes were unanimous with no absentees.

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance #15 for $1,789,158.97 and purchase orders totaling $86,026.40
• Approved fee waivers for Westmont Park District Winter Beerfest (liquor license, temporary use, tent, food truck permits)
• Approved resolution designating plaza at 31 W. Quincy Street as 'Szymski Plaza'
• Approved ordinance adopting LIHWAP vendor agreement with DuPage County
• Adjourned meeting at 6:31 P.M.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review several requests for zoning text amendments and special use permits. These include new definitions for bowling alleys and utility buildings, along with business uses at 201 West Ogden Avenue. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for a property in Willowbrook.

• Special Use Permit requests for a bowling alley, Nuka BBQ, and Clover’s Garden Center at 201 West Ogden Avenue
• Site and landscaping plan approval for an AT&T utility building at 200 West 63rd Street
• Zoning text amendments regarding Public Utility Buildings and 'Bowling Alleys'
• Rezoning and subdivision request for 538 65th Street, Willowbrook
• Driveway setback variance request for 319 North Lincoln Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of a driveway variance for 319 N. Lincoln St., text amendments for public utility buildings and bowling alley definitions, a site plan for an AT&T utility building at 200 W. 63rd St., special use permits for Suburbanite Bowl and Clover's Garden Center, and a rezoning/subdivision for 538 65th St. All motions passed with Commissioner Sharp absent. The meeting was procedural with no public comments.

• Approved minutes from September 8 and October 13, 2021 meetings.
• Recommended approval of driveway variance for 319 N. Lincoln St. (PZC 128-2021).
• Recommended approval of text amendment for public utility buildings (PZC 152-2021).
• Recommended approval of site plan for AT&T utility building at 200 W. 63rd St. (PZC 131-2020).
• Recommended approval of text amendment defining bowling alleys (PZC 151-2021).
• Recommended approval of special use permit for bowling alley at Suburbanite Bowl (PZC 094-2021).
• Recommended approval of special use permit for Clover's Garden Center seasonal sales lot (PZC 094-2021).
• Recommended approval of rezoning and preliminary plat for 538 65th St. (PZC 107-2021).

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will receive updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs regarding department status. The meeting includes reviews of entry-level candidate status and the beginning of a review of Commissioner Rules and Regulations.

• Status of Entry Level Candidates
• Review Progress at the Police Academy
• Begin review of Commissioners Rule and Regulations

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the October 19 and November 9, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. Candidate #6 withdrew from consideration for a Westmont Police Officer position after receiving a conditional offer on November 9; the board will send a withdrawal letter. Background requests for Candidates #8, 11, and 13 were submitted to Chief Gunther after they passed polygraph testing. No other substantive decisions were made; the board reviewed its rules and regulations.

• Approved October 19, 2021 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved November 9, 2021 special meeting minutes (3-0)
• Noted Candidate #6's withdrawal from police officer consideration; will send withdrawal letter
• Submitted background requests for Candidates #8, 11, and 13 to Chief Gunther

Westmont First Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for Monday, November 15, 2021, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice for November 15, 2021

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission scheduled for November 10, 2021, has been cancelled. A special meeting is rescheduled for Wednesday, November 17, 2021.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review background investigation results for entry-level police candidates.

• Review of Background Investigation Results for Entry-Level Police Candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners offered conditional employment to Candidate #3 and Candidate #6 as Westmont Probationary Police Officers, pending medical and psychological evaluations. Both candidates accepted the offers. The board also approved a $960 invoice from Conrad Polygraph, Inc. for six candidate polygraph examinations.

• Offered conditional employment to Candidate #3 (3-0)
• Offered conditional employment to Candidate #6 (3-0)
• Approved $960 invoice from Conrad Polygraph, Inc. (3-0)

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee is holding a special meeting on November 8, 2021. The agenda includes a welcome from Mayor Gunter and a ceremony for the 2121 Time Capsule.

• 2121 Time Capsule Ceremony

Administration and Finance Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the property tax levy timeline and fire promotions and service awards. The meeting also includes standard reports from village departments.

• Fire promotions and service awards
• Property tax levy timeline

The Administration and Finance Committee reviewed the property tax levy timeline for the Village, Library, and SSA2, with public notices and hearings required before the levy is filed with DuPage County in December. The committee also recognized fire department service awards and promotions, including the promotion of Thomas Bills, and discussed COVID-19 guidelines for employees, video gaming classifications, and the 2022 committee schedule. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approval of the October 7, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved October 7, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Guzzo, second by Barker)
• Reviewed property tax levy timeline for Village, Library, and SSA2, with December filing planned
• Recognized fire department service awards, including 45 years for EMA Bob Barr and 40 years for Deputy Chief Connolly
• Promoted Thomas Bills in the fire department
• Discussed COVID-19 guidelines for fire personnel and School Resource Officer, including vaccine and testing requirements
• Reviewed video gaming classifications to ensure restaurants operate as restaurants, not gaming cafes

Village Board

The Village Board will consider development requests for an animal clinic at 100 S. Cass Avenue and a medical clinic at 6320 S. Cass Avenue. The agenda also includes approving over $2.3 million in purchase orders and determining the proposed aggregate tax levy. Additionally, the board will review a water main replacement agreement for West Ogden Avenue.

• Purchase orders totaling $2,330,155.81, including $1,040,000.00 for Chicagoland Paving Contractors, Inc.
• Special use permit and variance for an animal clinic at 100 S. Cass Avenue
• Construction ordinance for a medical clinic at 6320 S. Cass .Cass Avenue
• Proposed aggregate tax levy of $9,583,437
• Cost sharing agreement for water main replacement near 303 W. Ogden Avenue

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including a $999,810.82 finance ordinance and purchase orders totaling $2,330,155.81. It then approved a special use permit and zoning variance for an animal clinic at 100 S. Cass Avenue, a medical clinic redevelopment at 6320 S. Cass Avenue (5-1, Trustee Barker dissenting), a text amendment and special use permit for catering facilities at 825 N. Cass Avenue, a water main cost-sharing agreement for 303 W. Ogden Avenue, an IEPA project plan and loan assistance agreement for the Liberty Park water system, an amendment to the Village Manager's employment agreement, and determined the proposed aggregate tax levies for the Village and Special Service Area 2. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda with $999,810.82 finance ordinance and $2,330,155.81 in purchase orders (6-0)
• Approved animal clinic special use, variance, and development permit at 100 S. Cass Ave (6-0)
• Approved medical clinic subdivision, variance, site plan, and masonry waiver at 6320 S. Cass Ave (5-1, Barker no)
• Approved catering text amendment for O/R district (6-0)
• Approved catering special use permit at 825 N. Cass Ave Unit 303 (6-0)
• Approved water main cost-sharing agreement with GPS Development for 303 W. Ogden Ave (6-0)
• Approved IEPA project plan and loan assistance agreement with Baxter and Woodman for Liberty Park water system (6-0)
• Determined proposed aggregate tax levies for Village and Special Service Area 2 (6-0)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will review updates on the Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance and community solar. The agenda also includes a recap of climate adaptation training and plans for the No Mow Initiative.

• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance
• Community Solar
• No Mow Initiative dates
• Richmond Education Garden Ribbon Cutting

The Environmental Improvement Committee discussed several initiatives but made no final decisions beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes. The group agreed to take the No Mow Initiative to the Village Board for approval, aiming to start publicity by February. Other items, such as a waste disposal RFP and a school science fair involvement, were discussed with no formal action taken.

• Approved regular meeting minutes from 10/04/2021 (all in favor)
• Agreed to take No Mow Initiative to Village Board for approval
• Discussed but did not vote on waste disposal RFP
• Discussed but did not vote on Maercker School Science Fair involvement

Public Safety Committees

The committee will discuss fire department staffing changes, including retirements and new hires. The meeting also includes updates on the Metro Paramedics contract and vehicle purchases.

• Metro Paramedics Contract
• New Firefighter / PM / EMT-B hiring process
• New Vehicle / Apparatus / Command Van 1888 Purchase Update
• HQ Station Fueling Station Update
• Approval of June 21, 2021 Public Safety Committee minutes

Village Board

The Village Board is reviewing an ordinance for a $595,379.30 police equipment agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. The meeting also includes discussions on engineering services for the 61st and Cumnor Road basin improvements and plans for the Westmont 100th Anniversary Celebration.

• Axon Master Service Agreement for police equipment totaling $595,379.30
• Engineering agreement with WBK Engineering for 61st and Cumnor Road basin improvements ($83,660.00)
• Purchase orders for Fire HQ and North Station remodels totaling $121,760.00
• Street closures and fee waivers for the Westmont 100th Anniversary Celebration
• Text amendment to allow the Village Manager to execute certain contracts

The Village Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $2.4M finance ordinance and purchase orders totaling $880,576.01. They approved the Westmont 100th Anniversary Celebration with street closures and fee waivers, and authorized an engineering agreement for the 61st and Cumnor basin improvements. The Axon Master Services Agreement for the Police Department passed 5-1, with Trustee Barker voting no. The board also amended the code to allow the Manager to approve limited-scope contracts.

• Approved consent agenda including $2,408,854 finance ordinance and $880,576.01 in purchase orders (6-0)
• Approved 100th Anniversary Celebration with street closures and fee waivers (6-0)
• Approved Axon Master Services Agreement for Police Department (5-1, Barker no)
• Authorized WBK Engineering agreement for 61st and Cumnor basin improvements (6-0)
• Amended Section 2-160 to allow Manager to approve limited-scope contracts (6-0)
• Adjourned to executive session to discuss property purchase (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will receive updates from department chiefs regarding the status of the Police and Fire Departments. Discussion includes progress at the Police Academy and a review of polygraph and background investigation results. The board may also authorize outstanding invoices related to the hiring or promotion process.

• Progress at the Police Academy
• Review of polygraph examination results
• Review of background investigation results
• Authorization of outstanding invoices for hiring or promotion processes

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners reviewed polygraph results for six candidates and voted to advance three (Candidates #8, #11, #13) to the next hiring step, while denying three (Candidates #9, #12, #14). The board also approved a $320 invoice from Conrad Polygraph, Inc. for two polygraph exams. All actions were taken by recorded votes.

• Accepted Candidate #8 for next hiring step (3-0)
• Rejected Candidate #9 for next hiring step (0-3)
• Accepted Candidate #11 for next hiring step (3-0)
• Rejected Candidate #12 for next hiring step (0-3)
• Accepted Candidate #13 for next hiring step (2-1)
• Rejected Candidate #14 for next hiring step (0-3)
• Approved $320 invoice from Conrad Polygraph, Inc. (3-0)

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet via videoconference to review financial and investment reports. The board will consider retirement benefit applications, including Scott Opelt, and discuss the actuarial valuation and tax levy request. The agenda also includes updates on bank signature cards and municipal compliance.

• Approval of regular retirement benefit for Scott Opelt
• Review of quarterly investment report from Graystone Consulting
• Review/approval of Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Transfer of creditable service for Jeremy Durst
• Presentation of monthly financial report by Lauterbach & Amen, LLP

Westmont First Committee

The Westmont First Committee will review a census update and address new business regarding a façade grant. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from June 21, 2021.

• Approval of June 21, 2021, minutes
• Census update
• Façade Grant

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee scheduled for Thursday, October 14, 2021, has been cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several land use requests, including a zoning text amendment for catering facilities and a rezoning for residential lots. The body will also consider special use permits and variances for a medical clinic and an animal clinic.

• Request to add Catering Facilities as a Special Use in the O/R District at 825 North Cass Avenue
• Preliminary Plat of Subdivision and parking setback variance for a medical clinic at 6320 South Cass Avenue
• Request to rezone 547 63rd Street from R-1 to R-3 to establish three residential lots
• Special Use Permit and variance for an animal clinic at 100 South Cass Avenue

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of four items to the Village Board: a text amendment and special use permit for a catering facility at 825 North Cass Avenue; a preliminary plat, parking variance, and site plan for a medical clinic at 6320 South Cass Avenue; a rezoning and preliminary plat for three residential lots at 547 63rd Street; and a special use permit and variance for an animal clinic at 100 South Cass Avenue. All motions passed unanimously with two commissioners absent.

• Recommended text amendment to add Catering Facilities as Special Use in O/R District (5-0)
• Recommended Special Use Permit for catering facility at 825 N Cass Ave (5-0)
• Recommended preliminary plat, parking variance, and site plan for medical clinic at 6320 S Cass Ave (5-0 each)
• Recommended rezoning from R-1 to R-3 and preliminary plat for 3 lots at 547 63rd St (5-0 each)
• Recommended Special Use Permit and variance for animal clinic at 100 S Cass Ave (5-0 each)

Administration and Finance Committee

The committee will meet to review Fire Department presentations and the 2022 meeting calendar. Members will also discuss the use of ARPA funds.

• Fire Department presentations
• 2022 Calendar of Meetings
• ARPA Funds

The committee discussed and supported replacing the 26-year-old fire command and communications vehicle, funded by a FEMA grant, MABAS Division 10, DEA funds, and $100,000 from the Village. The plan would cost $677,861, with the grant covering $451,557, leaving $226,304 to be covered by the Village, DEA funds, and MABAS. The committee also discussed using ARPA funds for water rate offsets and first responder premium pay, and reviewed the 2022 meeting calendar. No formal votes were taken on these items; the minutes were approved.

• Approved minutes of August 12 and September 9, 2021 meetings.
• Discussed and supported replacing the fire command vehicle with a $677,861 plan, offset by a FEMA grant and other funds.
• Discussed using ARPA funds for water rate offsets and first responder premium pay.
• Reviewed and discussed the 2022 committee meeting calendar, including moving Police Public Safety meetings to evenings.
• Discussed the $30,000 cost for EnerGov software support upgrade, with funds available.
• Discussed the commuter lot resurfacing starting October 11, with the lot closed for 3 weeks.
• Discussed ElDelphin and Whiskey Hill Brewery licensing matters, with no formal action.
• Adjourned at 5:41 PM.

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance to increase Class 23 liquor licenses for El Delfin Seafood Bar & Grill to allow video gaming. The board is also reviewing amendments to fire hydrant and water meter deposit amounts and processes. Additionally, several purchase orders totaling $833,505.36 are up for consideration.

• Ordinance to increase Class 23 liquor licenses for El Delfin Seafood Bar & Grill
• Amendments to fire hydrant and water meter deposit amounts and refund processes
• $677,861.00 purchase order for a communications vehicle from LDV, Inc
• $65,550.00 purchase order for Cass/Burlington Realignment
• Proclamation declaring October 17-23 as Friends of the Library Week

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, a finance ordinance of $1,174,050.48, and purchase orders totaling $833,505.36. The board also approved a proclamation for Friends of the Library Week, increased Class 23 liquor licenses by one for El Delfin Seafood Bar & Grill, and approved water deposit text amendments. Trustee Nero was absent for all votes.

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance and purchase orders (5-0)
• Approved Friends of the Library Week proclamation (5-0)
• Increased Class 23 liquor licenses by one for El Delfin Seafood Bar & Grill (4-1)
• Approved water deposit text amendments to Sections 82-55 and 82-152 (5-0)

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the November 10 Anniversary Celebration and the 100th Anniversary / Holly Days Parade. The agenda also includes a review of the committee budget and member assignments.

• November 10 Anniversary Celebration updates
• 100th Anniversary / Holly Days Parade updates
• Anniversary Committee Budget
• Committee Member Assignments

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will discuss updates on the Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance and plastics recycling recovery. Members will also review the waste disposal contract and community solar initiatives.

• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance
• Community Solar
• Waste Disposal Contract Review
• Plastics recycling recovery improvement update
• Maercker School Science Fair

The Environmental Improvement Committee approved the September 13, 2021 meeting minutes. The committee discussed the no mow initiative promotion, community solar page updates, and the next step of issuing an RFP for the waste disposal contract. No formal decisions were made on these topics, only discussions and updates.

• Approved regular meeting minutes from 9/13/2021 (all in favor)
• Discussed starting no mow initiative promotion earlier this year
• Discussed next step of RFP for waste disposal contract
• Discussed potential 2022 meeting dates, except moving January to the 3rd

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review available polygraph results. The agenda contains no other ongoing or new business.

• Review of available polygraph results

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting and approved the minutes from the September 21, 2021 regular meeting. In new business, the board reviewed polygraph results for Candidate #6 and voted unanimously to move the candidate to the background screening phase. The meeting adjourned with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved September 21, 2021 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Moved Candidate #6 to background screening phase (3-0)

Village Board

The Village Board of Trustees and Park District Board of Commissioners are holding a special joint meeting. The agenda includes discussions on intergovernmental agreements, stormwater management, and park security.

• Intergovernmental Agreements
• Stormwater Management
• Digital Signage
• Annexations
• Park Security

The Westmont Village Board and Park Board held a joint meeting to discuss their relationship, intergovernmental agreements, and shared concerns. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, covering topics such as digital signage, annexations, park security, and a proposed development at Willow Crest Golf Club. Both boards adjourned without entering executive session.

• Adjourned Village Board meeting (all in favor)
• Adjourned Park Board meeting (all in favor)

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Fire Pension Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss new business. This includes a resolution to appoint Cynthia Westra as an account representative under the FPIF Cash Management Policy. The board will also review the July 16, 2021 minutes.

• Resolution appointing Cynthia Westra as an Account Representative
• Approval of July 16, 2021 Pension Board of Trustee minutes

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider new business regarding the 2022 Quincy Streetscape Project. Members will also receive progress updates on various village projects, including water main work and street grading.

• Quincy Streetscape Project 2022
• Liberty Park Water Main Project Update
• North Lincoln Parking Lot Project Update
• 63rd st (Western -Richmond) Water Main Project
• Ashford Pond Stabilization Project at 63rd and Richmond Update

The Public Works Committee meeting was largely informational, with no formal votes or decisions made. Staff provided updates on ongoing projects, including the Quincy Streetscape Project 2022, Addington Plaza construction, Liberty Park water main, and the new Village Fueling Center. The committee approved the minutes from the July 15, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes from July 15, 2021 meeting
• Presented 20-year plaque to John Buschman
• Presented 35-year plaque to Public Works Director Mike Ramsey
• Reviewed Quincy Streetscape Project 2022 overview and drone video
• Noted Addington Plaza construction to start first week of October
• Reported Liberty Park water main project received 80% county approval
• Reported new Village Fueling Center operational by Halloween
• Adjourned meeting at 5:54 pm

Village Board

The Village Board will consider awarding an $80,000 contract for the 2021 Addington Plaza Project. The agenda also includes development permits for a medical clinic at 16 West Burlington Avenue and a massage business at 15 N Cass Avenue. Additionally, the board will review purchase orders totaling over $983,000.

• $875,000 contract award to Vixen Construction for Addington Plaza Project
• B-1 Development Permit for medical clinic at 16 West Burlington Avenue
• Massage establishment license and B-1 permit for 15 N Cass Avenue
• $947,394.07 purchase order for 2021 MFT Resurfacing Project
• Resolution supporting the 2021 Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, including a $1.94M finance ordinance and a climate action resolution, and then approved several new business items: a therapeutic massage license and B-1 permit for Plima Massage Boutique, a B-1 permit for a medical clinic, and the award of the 2021 Addington Plaza Project bid to Vixen Construction. The board also voted to enter executive sessions for property purchase and collective bargaining discussions.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,936,894.87 finance ordinance and climate action resolution (6-0)
• Approved Arts DuPage Month proclamation for October 2021 (6-0)
• Approved therapeutic massage license for Plima Company at 15 N Cass Ave (6-0)
• Approved B-1 Development Permit for Plima Massage Boutique (6-0)
• Approved B-1 Development Permit for Burlington Health Systems medical clinic at 16 W Burlington Ave (6-0)
• Awarded 2021 Addington Plaza Project bid to Vixen Construction (6-0)
• Approved executive session for property purchase discussion (6-0)
• Approved executive session for collective bargaining discussion (6-0)

Public Safety Committees

The Police Public Safety Committee will meet to review department updates and personnel matters. The body will discuss staffing, the hiring of probationary officers, and the Citizens’ Police Academy.

• Probationary Officer Hiring
• Staffing Update
• Video S.A.F.E.R. Program
• Citizens’ Police Academy
• Axon Update

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review available polygraph results for entry-level police officer candidates. The meeting also includes a forum for department chiefs to provide updates on the status of the police and fire departments. No ongoing business is scheduled for this session.

• Review of available polygraphs for entry-level police officer candidates
• Finalization of the 2022 Fire and Police Commission calendar
• Chief's Forum regarding police and fire department status

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the 2022 Regular Meeting Schedule and accepted three invoices totaling $1,275.00 for commissioners to attend the 2021 Fall Seminar. They also moved Candidate #3 to the background screening phase after reviewing polygraph results. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved 2022 Regular Meeting Schedule (3-0)
• Accepted invoice #01672 for $525.00 for Commissioner Qualizza's Fall Seminar attendance (3-0)
• Accepted invoice #01677 for $375.00 for Commissioner Musial's Fall Seminar attendance (3-0)
• Accepted invoice #016776 for $375.00 for Chairman Kovanda's Fall Seminar attendance (3-0)
• Moved Candidate #3 to background screening phase (3-0)

Westmont First Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for September 20, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2021.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates.

• Oral interviews of entry-level probationary police officer candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting on September 18, 2021, to conduct oral interviews for entry-level patrol officer candidates. Each candidate completed a written biography and an oral interview. The board voted to advance Candidates #8, #9, #11, #12, #13, and #14 to the polygraph phase of the hiring process, while Candidate #10 was not advanced. All decisions were made by roll call vote and candidates will be informed of the outcomes.

• Advanced Candidate #8 to the polygraph phase (Vote: Yes-3, No-0).
• Advanced Candidate #9 to the polygraph phase (Vote: Yes-3, No-0).
• Did not advance Candidate #10 to the polygraph phase (Vote: Yes-1, No-2).
• Advanced Candidate #11 to the polygraph phase (Vote: Yes-3, No-0).
• Advanced Candidate #12 to the polygraph phase (Vote: Yes-3, No-0).
• Advanced Candidate #13 to the polygraph phase (Vote: Yes-3, No-0).
• Advanced Candidate #14 to the polygraph phase (Vote: Yes-3, No-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:45 PM (Vote: Yes-3, No-0).

Environmental Improvement Committee

The Environmental Improvement Committee will discuss several ongoing environmental initiatives. Topics include a Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance, community solar, and a review of waste disposal contracts. The committee will also evaluate electric vehicle charging stations.

• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance
• Waste Disposal Contract Review
• Evaluation of EV charging stations
• Community Solar updates
• Recycling information resource 'how2recycle.info'

The Environmental Improvement Committee approved the minutes from its Aug. 2, 2021 meeting. The committee discussed upcoming community outreach events, including a Public Works Open House table on Sept. 25, and reviewed topics like community solar, waste disposal contract bidding, and EV charging stations. No other formal decisions were made; most items were informational or planning discussions.

• Approved the Aug. 2, 2021 regular meeting minutes (motion by Gabryel, seconded by Bell, all in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:38pm (motion by Smith, seconded by Johnson, all in favor)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates.

• Oral interviews of entry-level probationary police officer candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level patrol officer candidates. Three candidates (Candidates #2, #3, and #6) were advanced to the polygraph phase of the hiring process, while Candidate #7 was not advanced. Candidates #1 and #4 withdrew to join other municipalities, and Candidate #5 withdrew his application. The Board also approved a $1,290.00 invoice from Industrial Organizational Solutions, Inc. for recruitment and testing services.

• Advanced Candidate #2 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #3 to polygraph phase (2-1)
• Advanced Candidate #6 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Did not advance Candidate #7 to polygraph phase (0-3)
• Approved $1,290.00 invoice to Industrial Organizational Solutions, Inc. (3-0)

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Firefighters Pension Board has cancelled its regular scheduled meeting for September 10, 2021. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for December 10, 2021.

Administration and Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will meet to discuss new business regarding local assistance and grant programs. The session includes reports from village officials and the Finance Director.

• Water Bill Assistance Program
• Facade Grant Program Review

The committee discussed two main items. It expressed support for using DuPage County's water bill assistance program, which is faster than the state's, to help with shut-offs and delinquent accounts. It also reviewed the downtown facade grant program, forming a subcommittee to update its criteria after a business owner's application was denied under current rules.

• Supported DuPage County water bill assistance program (no formal vote)
• Formed subcommittee to review facade grant design criteria
• Agreed to re-review denied facade grant application after new criteria are set
• Discussed amending facade grant requirements, no action taken

Village Board

The Village Board will consider amending the code to allow 18-year-olds to serve alcohol in restaurants and hotels. The meeting also includes discussions on a fitness center permit, a lot subdivision, and street closures for Wicked West Fest.

• Ordinance to allow 18-year-olds to serve alcohol and food in restaurants and hotels
• Development permit for a fitness center at 23 West Quincy Street
• Lot subdivision for 531 64th Street into two lots
• $24,200 engineering agreement for Liberty Park Water System Phase 1 Study
• Street closures on Cass Avenue for Wicked West Fest Halloween events

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including $2,024,353.59 in finance and purchase orders, and approved a Wicked West Fest Halloween event permit with street closures. The board also approved a lot subdivision at 531 64th Street, a B-1 permit for a Pilates fitness center, an engineering study for Liberty Park, two fire station remodels, and an ordinance allowing 18-year-olds to serve alcohol in restaurants and hotels. A voluntary annexation item at 3901 N. Adams Street was postponed.

• Approved consent agenda with $2,024,353.59 in finance and purchase orders (6-0)
• Approved Wicked West Fest Halloween event permit and street closures (6-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for two lots at 531 64th Street (6-0)
• Approved B-1 permit for Dana Santi Pilates at 23 W. Quincy St (6-0)
• Approved Baxter & Woodman engineering agreement for Liberty Park water study (6-0)
• Approved KH Renovations bathroom remodel at Fire HQ (5-1, Brady no)
• Approved KH Renovations kitchen remodel at Fire Station 2 (6-0)
• Postponed annexation ordinance for 3901 N. Adams St (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Westmont Planning & Zoning Commission scheduled for September 8, 2021, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is October 13, 2021.

• Cancellation of the September 8, 2021, meeting

Village Board

The Village Board and Planning & Zoning Commission are meeting to discuss economic development and TIF districts. The body will also review COVID-19 protocols for indoor public meetings and staffing for the Community Development Department.

• Westmont Economic Development Partnership overview
• Central Business District TIF District JRB Report
• South Business District TIF District JRB Report
• COVID-19 protocols for indoor public meetings
• Community Development Department staffing

The Village Board and Planning & Zoning Commission held a joint meeting with no formal decisions, new business, or public comment. Discussion covered the Planning Commission's role, the hiring of Village Planner II Joe Hennerfeind, the One North Cass project, TIF districts, stormwater management, and a proposed residential project near the golf course. The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

• Adjourned the Village Board portion of the meeting via motion by Trustee Liddle, seconded by Trustee Simonovich
• Adjourned the Planning & Zoning Commission portion via motion by Commissioner Thomas, seconded by Commissioner Scales

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee scheduled for September 2, 2021, has been cancelled.

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will meet to discuss the adoption of new building codes and local amendments. The body will also review staffing updates and permit processes.

• Adoption of New Building Codes and local amendments
• SolSmart
• Fence Permits
• CDD Staffing Update
• 2021 2nd-Quarter Report from Bruce Sylvester

The Community Development Committee discussed updating from the 2012 ICC codes to the latest cycle, with Building Commissioner Jason Vitell estimating a timeline and noting about 150 local amendments exist, some of which could be removed. No formal action was taken on the code update. The committee also heard updates on staffing, the SolSmart solar certification program, and fence permit policies.

• Approved minutes from the May 20, 2021 regular meeting.
• Discussed updating building codes from 2012 ICC to latest cycle; no vote taken.
• Heard update on Community Development staffing vacancies and interim positions.
• Discussed SolSmart solar certification goal for end of year.
• Reviewed fence permit policy: permits required for replacements/repairs, not for maintenance.
• Heard 2021 Quarter 2 report and upcoming development projects.
• Noted car-versus-building incident at Apple Valley Store requiring sprinkler installation.
• Adjourned at 5:56 PM.

Village Board

The Village Board will consider several infrastructure contracts, including road resurfacing and water main extensions. The meeting also includes reviews of business permits for North Cass Avenue and a liquor license increase for Amazon Fresh.

• $947,394.07 contract award for 2021 MFT Resurfacing Project
• $302,339.55 bid award for 63rd Street Water Main Extension
• B-1 Development Permits for 15 and 38 North Cass Avenue
• Class 5 liquor license increase for Amazon Fresh at 30 W. 63rd Street
• $2,500 Hotel/Motel Grant for Westmont Lions Club BBQ

The Village Board unanimously approved all 11 agenda items, including consent agenda items, a suicide prevention proclamation, a B-1 permit for Pitzer Insurance, an increase in Class 5 liquor licenses for Amazon Fresh, and contracts for the 63rd Street water main extension and 2021 MFT resurfacing project. The B-1 permit for Plima Massage Boutique was postponed to be considered alongside the massage license request.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,518,585.32 in finance ordinance and purchase orders (6-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring September 2021 as National Suicide Prevention Month (6-0)
• Postponed B-1 permit for Plima Massage Boutique at 15 N. Cass Ave. (6-0)
• Approved B-1 permit for Pitzer Insurance at 38 N. Cass Ave. (6-0)
• Approved increase in Class 5 liquor licenses by one for Amazon Fresh at 30 W. 63rd St. (6-0)
• Awarded bid to Swallow Construction for 2021 63rd St. Water Main Extension (6-0)
• Authorized engineering agreement with Baxter and Woodman for 63rd St. Water Main Extension (6-0)
• Awarded bid to Schroder Asphalt Services for 2021 MFT Resurfacing Project (6-0)

z - Retired - Public Information Committee

The committee is scheduled to discuss upcoming 2021 events for public agencies and organizations. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the 100th Anniversary.

• Discussion of 2021 events for public agencies, organizations, and others
• Discussion regarding the 100th Anniversary

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee is meeting to discuss upcoming anniversary programming. Discussion items include the Future of Westmont Mural, a November 10 celebration, and the Holly Days Parade. The committee will also address the committee budget.

• Future of Westmont Mural updates
• CUSD201 Written History update
• November 10 Anniversary Celebration planning
• 100th Anniversary / Holly Days Parade updates
• Anniversary Committee Budget review

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will discuss sergeant promotions and review July 31, 2021, entry-level police officer exam results. The meeting includes a forum for department chiefs to provide updates on the status of the police and fire departments. The board may also authorize invoices related to hiring or promotion processes.

• Sergeant promotion discussion
• Review of July 31, 2021, entry-level police officer exam results
• Planning for candidate interviews from July 31 testing
• Authorization of invoices related to hiring or promotion processes

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners unanimously approved the promotion of Detective Sean Ryan to Sergeant, based on the rule of three. The board also accepted eight invoices from Edward Occupational Health for medical examinations of job candidates, totaling $7,478.00. All votes were 3-0.

• Promoted Detective Sean Ryan to Sergeant (3-0)
• Accepted invoice #00139149-00 for $1,231.00 for Candidate #20 medical exam (3-0)
• Accepted invoice #00139148-00 for $1,231.00 for Candidate #23 medical exam (3-0)
• Accepted invoice #00139151-00 for $1,231.00 for Candidate #37 medical exam (3-0)
• Accepted invoice #00139155-00 for $1,249.00 for Candidate #46 medical exam (3-0)
• Accepted invoice #00139153-00 for $1,231.00 for Candidate #47 medical exam (3-0)
• Accepted invoice #00139515-00 for $1,231.00 for Candidate #53 medical exam (3-0)
• Accepted invoice #00139145-00 for $61.00 adjustment for Candidate #33 (3-0)

Westmont First Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for Monday, August 16, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 20, 2021.

• Meeting cancellation

Joint Review Board - South Westmont Business District Tax Increment Financing District

The Joint Review Board will review the Fiscal Year 2020 Annual Financial Report for the South Business District TIF. The meeting also includes an overview of project activity within the district and the appointment of a new Public Member.

• Approval of September 9, 2020 meeting minutes
• Appointment of a new Public Member
• Overview of FYE 2020 Annual Financial Report
• Overview of South Business District TIF project activity

Joint Review Board - Central Business District Tax Increment Financing District

The Joint Review Board will review the Fiscal Year 2020 Annual Financial Report for the Central Business District TIF. The meeting also includes an overview of project activity within the district.

• Approval of September 9, 2020 meeting minutes
• Overview of FYE 2020 Annual Financial Report
• Overview of Central Business District TIF project activity

Administration and Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will discuss a grant request for Lions BBQ and review authorizations for agreements. The body will also address water shutoffs, federal holidays, and outdoor dining.

• Hotel/Motel Grant Request for Lions BBQ
• Authorization for Agreements
• Water shutoffs
• Outdoor Dining

The Administration & Finance Committee approved a $2,500 hotel/motel grant for the Lions Club BBQ over Labor Day weekend, with funds to be shared with the Rotary Club. The committee also directed staff to extend outdoor dining until October 31, 2021, without heat, and to notify businesses. No formal votes were recorded; decisions were made by consensus or motion.

• Approved $2,500 hotel/motel grant for Lions Club BBQ (motion by Liddle, seconded by Barker)
• Extended outdoor dining until October 31, 2021, no heat (consensus)
• Directed staff to offer water payment plans and not shut off service until assistance mechanism in place (consensus)
• Directed staff to explore partnership with People's Resource Center for water assistance criteria (consensus)
• Approved July 1, 2021 minutes as amended to show Trustee Brady's attendance (motion by Barker, seconded by Brady)
• No objection to authorizing Village Manager to approve small agreements; ordinance to be drafted (consensus)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a resolution to appropriate $1,300,000 for a road resurfacing project. The meeting also includes reviews of development permits for a dance studio and a restaurant with a bar. Additionally, the board will address purchase orders totaling over $308,000.

• $1,300,000 appropriation for the 2021 MFT Resurfacing Project
• B-1 development permit for a dance studio at 226 North Cass Avenue
• B-1 development permit for a restaurant with a bar at 9 West Quincy Street
• Increase of one Class 2 liquor license for Harold's Shrimp & Chicken #8 LLC
• Purchase orders totaling $308,590.00 for various vendors

The Village Board unanimously approved a consent agenda including finance ordinance #8 for $1,936,957.02 and purchase orders totaling $308,590.00. They also approved B-1 development permits for Artistic Pursuit dance studio at 226 N. Cass Ave and Harold's Shrimp & Chicken restaurant at 9 W. Quincy, plus an increase in Class 2 liquor licenses for the restaurant. A resolution for the 2021 MFT resurfacing project was also approved.

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance #8 ($1,936,957.02) and purchase orders ($308,590.00) (6-0)
• Approved B-1 permit for Artistic Pursuit dance studio at 226 N. Cass Ave (6-0)
• Approved B-1 permit for Harold's Shrimp & Chicken restaurant at 9 W. Quincy (6-0)
• Approved increase in Class 2 liquor licenses by one for Harold's Shrimp & Chicken #8 LLC (6-0)
• Approved IDOT resolution for 2021 MFT resurfacing project #21-00111-00-RS (6-0)
• Approved proclamation declaring first week of September as National Payroll Week (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss updates to the Zoning Ordinance regarding beauty and barber shops. The body will also consider subdivision plats for a property on 64th St.

• Zoning Ordinance text amendments to create definitions and regulations for beauty salons and barber shops
• Preliminary Plat of Subdivision for 531 64th St. to create two residential lots
• Final Plat of Subdivision for 531 64th St. to create two residential lots

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of a preliminary and final plat of subdivision for two buildable residential lots at 531 64th St. The commission also considered a zoning text amendment for beauty salons and barber shops, but the vote was tied 3-3, so the matter was forwarded to the Village Board without a recommendation. The meeting minutes were approved, and no public comment was made.

• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for two residential lots at 531 64th St. (6-0, Scales absent)
• Recommended approval of final plat for two residential lots at 531 64th St. (6-0, Scales absent)
• Zoning text amendment for beauty salons/barber shops tied 3-3, forwarded to Village Board
• Approved minutes of July 14, 2021 meeting (Lavoie abstained)

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee scheduled for August 5, 2021, has been cancelled. The provided notice contains only this cancellation information.

Environmental Improvement Committee

The Environmental Improvement Committee will review the Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance and waste disposal contracts. The meeting also includes updates on the 2021-22 budget and evaluations of EV charging stations.

• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance review
• Waste Disposal Contract Review
• Evaluation of EV charging stations
• 2021-22 Budget discussion
• Recap on Climate Plan Launch

The Environmental Improvement Committee met on August 2, 2021, and approved the June 7 meeting minutes. The committee discussed several topics, including a potential hybrid meeting format, a composting event, Richmond Gardens, the Lincoln lot lighting plan, community solar communications, and EV charging station policies. No formal decisions were made on these items; the committee will continue discussions via email and at future meetings.

• Approved June 7, 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Discussed hybrid meeting format; no decision made
• Scheduled composting discussion for August 19 (rain date September 2)
• Discussed Lincoln lot lighting; will proceed with original plan
• Drafted community solar communication for website; feedback to Gabryel and Bell
• Discussed EV charging station policy; will continue via email
• Discussed waste disposal contract review; no action taken

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to administer an eligibility examination for entry-level probationary police officers.

• Entry-Level Probationary Police Officer Eligibility Examination

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting to administer a written entry-level probationary police officer test to 24 candidates, conducted by I/O Solutions. They also reviewed candidate files for promotion to sergeant. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Administered written entry-level police officer test to 24 candidates
• Reviewed candidate files for promotion to sergeant

Village Board

The Village Board will consider engineering agreements for the Quincy Streetscape Project and MFT Resurfacing Project. The agenda also includes a lot subdivision at 350 North Grant Street and a permit for Kim's Uncle Pizza. Additionally, the board will review mutual aid agreements with three neighboring fire departments.

• Engineering agreement for Quincy St. Streetscape Project ($219,660.00)
• Permit fee waiver of $12,750 at 203 Robinson Lane
• Lot subdivision ordinance for 350 North Grant Street
• B-1 permit for Kim's Uncle Pizza at 207 North Cass
• Mutual aid agreements with Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, and Oak Brook fire departments

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, which included the July 15 meeting minutes, a finance ordinance of $909,008.17, and purchase orders totaling $311,830.00. The board also approved all 10 new business items, including a heritage tree fee waiver, a lot subdivision, a pizza restaurant permit, and three fire mutual aid agreements. All votes were 5-0 with Trustee Simonovich absent.

• Approved consent agenda with finance ordinance $909,008.17 and purchase orders $311,830.00 (5-0)
• Approved $12,750 heritage tree replacement fee waiver at 203 Robinson Lane (5-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat of subdivision at 350 North Grant Street (5-0)
• Approved B-1 permit for Kim's Uncle Pizza at 207 North Cass (5-0)
• Approved Westmont Historical Society plaque program (5-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Primera for 2021 MFT resurfacing project (5-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Primera for Quincy St. streetscape project (5-0)
• Approved automatic mutual aid agreements with Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, and Oak Brook fire departments (5-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review plans for the July 31, 2021, entry-level police officer candidate selection process. The meeting also includes department updates from police and fire chiefs and authorization of invoices related to hiring or promotions.

• Review of July 31, 2021, police officer candidate eligibility selection plans
• Review of probationary police candidate test results
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion processes

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved four invoices for candidate testing services, totaling $1,750. These included psychological evaluations from Industrial/Organizational Solutions, Inc. for $970 and $485, a polygraph test from Conrad Polygraph for $160, and a Shaw Media advertisement for $135. All motions passed unanimously with 3-0 votes.

• Approved June 23, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes as submitted (3-0).
• Approved July 1, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes as submitted (3-0).
• Approved July 1, 2021 Executive Session Minutes as submitted (3-0).
• Approved invoice #C50499A from Industrial/Organizational Solutions, Inc. for $970.00 for psychological evaluations of Candidates #46 and #47 (3-0).
• Approved invoice #C50633A from Industrial/Organizational Solutions, Inc. for $485.00 for psychological evaluation of Candidate #53 (3-0).
• Approved invoice #4456 from Conrad Polygraph for $160.00 for polygraph testing of Candidate #53 (3-0).
• Approved invoice #1892001 from Shaw Media for $135.00 for Westmont Police Office Testing advertisement (3-0).
• Adjourned at 4:50 PM (3-0).

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet via videoconference to review quarterly investment reports and financial statements. The board will also consider retirement benefit applications and conduct elections for board officers.

• Approval of retirement benefits for Taso Malamis, Scott Opelt, and James Schneider
• Review of quarterly investment report from Graystone Consulting
• Election of Board officers including President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary
• Processing of membership applications and the resignation of Nicholas Glynn
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Fire Pension Board of Trustees will review an investment report from Sawyer Falduto Asset Management LLC. The meeting includes discussions on asset transfers under FPIP rules and planning for FY 2021-22 contributions.

• Review of quarterly performance report from Sawyer Falduto Asset Management LLC
• Approval of March 12, 2021, and April 2, 2021, meeting minutes
• Resolution authorizing asset transfers in accordance with FPIP rules
• Discussion regarding FY 2021-22 contribution investments
• Cash flow planning discussion

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The committee will discuss anniversary updates, the committee budget, and member assignments. The agenda also lists upcoming meeting dates and a Plaza Dedication scheduled for September 26.

• Anniversary Committee updates
• Anniversary Committee budget
• Committee member assignments
• Plaza Dedication on September 26

Public Safety Committees

The regular meeting of the Fire Public Safety Committee originally scheduled for July 15, 2021, has been moved to an earlier date.

• Meeting rescheduled from July 15, 2021, to June 17, 2021

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss the Heritage Tree Ordinance with a resident and receive a presentation on the Water Ambassador Program. The meeting also includes reports on various water main projects, street maintenance, and village infrastructure.

• Heritage Tree Ordinance discussion
• Liberty Park Water Main Project update
• North Washington Water Main Project 2021
• Ashford Pond Stabilization Project at 63rd and Richmond
• North Water Tower (Oakmont Ln) report

The Public Works Committee discussed a request from Teresa and Sebastian Siragusa of 203 Robinson Ln. to waive the $12,000 fee for removing a Honeylocust tree to build a walkway and patio. No decision was made; the item was only discussed. The committee also heard a presentation on the Water Ambassador Program and recognized Josh Krogull for 20 years of service.

• Approved minutes from March 25, 2021 (motion by Liddle, second by Guzzo)
• Discussed Heritage Tree Ordinance fee waiver request for 203 Robinson Ln. (no action)
• Heard Water Ambassador Program presentation (no action)
• Presented 20-year plaque to Josh Krogull
• Noted ComEd line relocation delay for Addington Plaza project
• Noted DuPage County surveys sent for Liberty Park water main hookup interest
• Noted waiting on permits for New Village Fueling Center
• Adjourned at 5:50 pm (motion by Liddle, second by Guzzo)

Village Board

The Village Board will conduct a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Appropriations Ordinance. The board also plans to consider adopting the ordinance and approving several agreements, including engineering services for the Burlington Avenue Realignment Project.

• Motorola Solutions, Inc. purchase order for $36,865.50
• $65,550 engineering agreement for Burlington Avenue Realignment Project
• Hotel/Motel Grants to Westmont Park District totaling $10,000
• Mutual aid agreements with Darien-Woodridge and Tri-State Fire Protection Districts
• Network security agreement with Thinkgard

The Village Board held a public hearing and then approved the FY 2021-22 Appropriations Ordinance, totaling $112,176,460, which authorizes spending for the fiscal year. The board also approved several other items, including engineering services for the Burlington Avenue Realignment Project, a network security agreement with Thinkgard, and mutual aid agreements with two fire protection districts. All votes were unanimous among the five trustees present, with Trustee Barker absent.

• Approved the FY 2021-22 Appropriations Ordinance totaling $112,176,460.
• Approved the consent agenda, including finance ordinance #6 ($1,934,956.97), purchase orders ($36,865.50), and three $2,500 hotel/motel grants to the Park District.
• Approved an engineering agreement with Thomas Engineering Group, LLC for design services for the Burlington Avenue Realignment Project.
• Approved a network security agreement with Thinkgard.
• Approved an automatic aid agreement with the Darien-Woodridge Fire Protection District.
• Approved an automatic aid agreement with the Tri-State Fire Protection District.
• Approved the release of executive session minutes and destruction of verbatim records older than 18 months.
• Approved the minutes of the July 1, 2021 Village Board meeting.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a request to subdivide a property into two lots. The body will also consider amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding minimum land area requirements for dwellings.

• Request from Marc Brockton for preliminary and final plats to create two lots at 350 N. Grant St.
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance text amendments to replace minimum land area requirements per building and bedroom with minimum lot area requirements per dwelling unit

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of a preliminary and final plat to subdivide 350 N. Grant St. into two single-family lots, with tree protection conditions. It also recommended a zoning ordinance text amendment to replace minimum land area per building and per bedroom with minimum lot area per dwelling unit, simplifying density rules. Both recommendations go to the Village Board of Trustees.

• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for two lots at 350 N. Grant St. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat for two lots at 350 N. Grant St. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment to Article VI, Section 6.04 (5-0)

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

This agenda is a public notice that the regular meeting of the 100th Anniversary Committee, originally scheduled for July 8, 2021, has been rescheduled to July 15, 2021 at 3:00pm. No other business is listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from July 8 to July 15, 2021 at 3:00pm

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct ongoing business. The primary focus of the meeting is the review of available test results for entry-level police candidates.

• Review of entry-level police candidate test results

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting to review candidates for probationary police officer positions. They denied a motion to offer the position to Candidate #46 (0-3), but approved offering it to Candidate #47 (3-0), who accepted. They also approved a conditional offer of employment to Candidate #53 (3-0), pending medical and psychological evaluations.

• Denied motion to offer Candidate #46 probationary police officer position (0-3)
• Approved offering Candidate #47 probationary police officer position (3-0); accepted
• Approved conditional offer of employment to Candidate #53 (3-0), pending medical and psychological exams

Administration and Finance Committee

The committee will meet to discuss new business including an appropriations ordinance and grants for the Park District. The session also includes reports from village administration and finance officials.

• Appropriations Ordinance
• Hotel/Motel Grants-Park District
• Demena Friendly Westmont
• EIC Acknowledgement

The Administration & Finance Committee reviewed the upcoming Appropriation Ordinance of $112,116,460, which will be presented at the second July Village Board meeting as the legal spending limit. The committee also discussed recurring hotel/motel grant requests from the Westmont Park District ($5,000 for Holly Days, $2,500 for Concerts in the Park, $2,500 for Haunted Forest) and heard updates on the Dementia Friendly Westmont designation and staff hiring challenges. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the June 3, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved the June 3, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Trustee Nero, seconded by Trustee Barker).
• Reviewed the Appropriation Ordinance of $112,116,460 for presentation at the second July Village Board meeting.
• Discussed hotel/motel grant requests from the Park District: $5,000 for Holly Days, $2,500 for Concerts in the Park, $2,500 for Haunted Forest, to be placed on the next consent agenda if approved.
• Heard presentation on Dementia Friendly Westmont designation, with plans for staff and board training.
• Received updates on liquor and tobacco violations, video gaming licenses, and alcohol delivery regulations.
• Discussed hiring challenges and open positions across departments, with offers made for Community Development roles.

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a $1,040,000.00 bid for the Lincoln Municipal Parking Lot Project and purchase orders totaling $994,121.00. The agenda also includes zoning requests for Westmont Middle School and 2-44 Plaza Drive.

• Considering a $1,040,000.00 bid award for the Lincoln Municipal Parking Lot Project
• Approval of purchase orders totaling $994,121.00
• Zoning request for an electronic message board sign at 944 Oakwood Drive
• Ordinance to increase the number of police sergeants from eight to nine
• Rezoning part of 2-44 Plaza Drive from Office/Research to Manufacturing District

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, including a $1.45M finance ordinance and $994,121 in purchase orders. It also approved a special use permit and variance for an electronic message board at Westmont Middle School, increased Class 2 liquor licenses by one for TQLA Kitchen and Cantina, awarded a parking lot bid to Chicagoland Paving, waived a travel expense limit, added a police sergeant position, and rezoned part of 2-44 Plaza Drive. All votes were unanimous with Trustee Guzzo absent.

• Approved consent agenda including Finance Ordinance #5 for $1,450,526.37 and purchase orders totaling $994,121.00
• Approved special use permit and variance for electronic message board sign at Westmont Middle School, 944 Oakwood Drive
• Approved ordinance increasing Class 2 liquor licenses by one for TQLA Kitchen and Cantina at 19 W. Ogden Avenue
• Awarded bid to Chicagoland Paving for 2021 Lincoln Municipal Parking Lot Project
• Waived FY 2021-22 travel expense reimbursement limit to authorize overage up to $1,000
• Amended Sec. 54-32 to increase number of police sergeants by one, totaling nine
• Approved zoning map amendment to rezone half of 2-44 Plaza Drive from Office/Research to Manufacturing District
• Approved motion to enter executive session for semi-annual review of minutes, then reconvened and adjourned

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to review available test results for entry-level police candidates. The board will also discuss departmental probationary officers.

• Review of entry-level police candidate test results
• Discussion of departmental probationary officers

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting and unanimously approved the advancement of two probationary police officers to the rank of Police Officer. The board also accepted the minutes from the June 15, 2021 regular meeting and reviewed psychological evaluation results for a candidate. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved advancement of PPO John DePasquale to Police Officer (3-0)
• Approved advancement of PPO Brett Jensen to Police Officer (3-0)
• Accepted June 15, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes (3-0)

Public Safety Committees

The Police Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss personnel updates and police equipment. The body will review the creation of a new sergeant position and provide updates on body-worn cameras and police reform legislation.

• Creation of new sergeant position
• Body-worn camera update
• Police reform legislation update
• Staffing update
• Probationary officer testing

The Police Public Safety Committee discussed creating a new sergeant position, which will be considered by the Village Board on July 1, 2021. The committee also reviewed a body-worn camera vendor selection (Axon) with a five-year cost estimate of $413,000, and received updates on staffing, testing, and summer events. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved March 24, 2021 committee minutes (motion by Trustee Liddle, seconded by Mayor Gunter)
• Discussed creation of new sergeant position, pending Village Board approval on July 1, 2021
• Reviewed Axon as selected vendor for body-worn cameras, squad car cameras, and interview room equipment
• Noted body-worn camera implementation deadline of January 1, 2025
• Adjourned at 9:43 am

Westmont First Committee

The Westmont First Committee will hold a special meeting to receive various communications. The agenda includes updates regarding the 100th Anniversary, community events, and the 2020 Census.

• 100th Anniversary Update
• Community Events Update
• 2020 Census Update
• Organization Reports

Liquor Commission

The Village of Westmont Liquor/Tobacco Commissioner and Mayor will hold public hearings regarding violations of state and local laws. These proceedings involve several liquor and tobacco licensees. One hearing specifically addresses a noise complaint at Moskva Caffe.

• Liquor license violation hearing: Uptown
• Liquor license violation hearing: Zazzo’s Pizza
• Liquor license violation hearing: Moskva Caffe (noise complaint)
• Tobacco license violation hearing: Citgo Gas
• Tobacco license violation hearing: Marathon Gas and Luv 2 Smoke

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee will hold a rescheduled virtual meeting on June 17, 2021. The agenda includes committee updates and discussions regarding the anniversary committee budget.

• Anniversary Committee Updates
• Anniversary Committee Budget
• Committee Member Assignments / Action Items

Public Safety Committees

The Fire Public Safety Committee met on June 17, 2021, to discuss several departmental items. The agenda included updates regarding fire alarms, intergovernmental agreements, and department manning.

• Approval of April 22, 2021, public safety committee minutes
• ACDC Fire Alarm Update
• Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) Update
• Fire Department Manning Update
• Homebound Vaccination Program update

The Public Safety Committee agreed to delay a $5 monthly increase in Norcomm wireless alarm fees from $70 to $75 until January 1, 2022, citing COVID financial impacts. The committee also approved the April 22, 2021 minutes and gave direction to forward quotes for Lucas automated CPR machines to the finance director for review. No formal votes were taken on other items; updates were provided on fire alarm monitoring, intergovernmental agreements, staffing, and other topics.

• Approved the April 22, 2021 Public Safety Committee minutes as submitted.
• Consensus to delay the $5 Norcomm wireless alarm fee increase until January 1, 2022.
• Directed staff to forward Lucas automated CPR machine quotes to Finance Director Parker for review.
• Discussed but did not decide on replacing Zoll AutoPulse units with Lucas machines.
• Noted that online public comments will end July 1, 2021; comments must be made in person.

Public Works Committee

This agenda item only announces that the Public Works Committee's regular meeting, originally set for June 17, 2021 at 4:30pm, has been rescheduled to July 15, 2021 at 4:30pm. No other business items are listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from June 17, 2021 to July 15, 2021 at 4:30pm

Village Board

The Village Board is reviewing purchase orders totaling over $2.7 million. The meeting also includes decisions on a new restaurant permit at 31 North Cass Avenue and a grant for the Westmont Rotary Club.

• $758,816.01 bid award for 63rd & Richmond Stormwater Basin Improvements
• B-1 Development Permit for Golden Basket Restaurant at 31 North Cass Avenue
• $2,500 Hotel/Motel Grant for the Westmont Rotary Club
• Second Amendment to Economic Development Agreement for Quincy Station
• Intergovernmental Agreement with DuPage County for water quality improvements

The Village Board unanimously approved a consent agenda including a $2.77M finance ordinance and purchase orders, plus a $2,500 hotel/motel grant to the Rotary Club, a B-1 permit for Golden Basket restaurant, a second amendment to the Quincy Station EDA, a stormwater basin bid, surplus property declaration, and an IGA with DuPage County. All votes were 5-0 with Trustee Nero absent. The meeting also announced a return to in-person meetings starting July 1st.

• Approved consent agenda with $2,766,500.32 finance ordinance and $2,777,846.25 in purchase orders
• Awarded $2,500 Hotel/Motel Grant to Westmont Rotary Club for Community Event Calendar
• Approved B-1 Development Permit for Golden Basket Restaurant at 31 North Cass Avenue
• Approved Second Amendment to Economic Development Agreement with HP Quincy Partners for Quincy Station
• Accepted V3 Construction Group bid for 63rd & Richmond Stormwater Basin Improvement Project
• Declared miscellaneous Fire Department/EMA items as surplus property
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with DuPage County for water quality improvement at 61st St and Cumnor Road

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review polygraph and background results for probationary police candidates. Additionally, members will discuss entry-level police officer testing and authorize outstanding invoices related to the hiring or promotion process.

• Review of probationary police candidate polygraph and background results
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to the hiring or promotion process
• Discussion on entry-level police officer testing

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved a conditional offer of employment to Candidate #47 as a Westmont Probationary Police Officer, pending medical and psychological evaluations. The board also moved Candidate #53 to the background screening phase after reviewing polygraph results. An invoice for a psychological evaluation was accepted. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved conditional offer of employment to Candidate #47 as Probationary Police Officer (3-0)
• Moved Candidate #53 to background screening phase (3-0)
• Accepted $485.00 invoice from Industrial/Organizational Solutions, Inc. for psychological evaluation (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 19, May 25, June 5, and June 11 meetings (3-0 each)

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Firefighters Pension Board has cancelled its regular scheduled meeting for June 11, 2021. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on September 10, 2021.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review available test results for entry-level police candidates.

• Review of entry-level police candidate test results

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners voted unanimously to offer Candidate #37 the position of Probationary Police Officer, which was accepted. They also voted unanimously to extend a conditional offer to Candidate #46, pending successful completion of a medical exam and psychological evaluation, which was also accepted.

• Approved offering Candidate #37 the position of Probationary Police Officer (3-0).
• Approved offering Candidate #46 a conditional offer of employment as Probationary Police Officer, pending medical and psychological evaluations (3-0).
• Adjourned the special meeting at 6:15 PM (3-0).

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

This agenda is a public notice only. The regular meeting of the 100th Anniversary Committee, originally scheduled for June 10, 2021 at 3:00pm, has been rescheduled to June 17, 2021 at 3:00pm. No other business is listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from June 10 to June 17, 2021, at 3:00pm

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a request from the Community Development Department. The primary item is a proposed zoning map amendment for a split-zoned property.

• PZC 76-2021: Request to rezone 2-44 Plaza Drive to M - Manufacturing District

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the Village Board approve a zoning map amendment to rezone the consolidated property at 2-44 Plaza Drive to M - Manufacturing District. The property was previously split-zoned (O/R and M) and the change aligns with the future land use plan. The recommendation was forwarded to the Village Board of Trustees.

• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment to rezone 2-44 Plaza Drive to M - Manufacturing District (7-0)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will review several ongoing environmental initiatives and reports. Discussion topics include the Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance, community solar, and a recap on pending energy legislation. The agenda also includes reviews of the 2021-22 budget and waste disposal contracts.

• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance
• Community Solar
• Waste Disposal Contract Review
• 2021-22 Budget
• Storm Drain Stenciling

The Environmental Improvement Committee approved the May 3, 2021 meeting minutes. Members discussed several ongoing items, including a draft community solar proposal, a dark skies ordinance, and the 2021-22 budget, but no substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved May 3, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates. The board will also review available test results for these candidates.

• Oral interviews of entry-level probationary police officer candidates
• Review of entry-level police candidate test results

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners conducted oral interviews for entry-level patrol officer candidates. Candidate #53 was advanced to the polygraph phase (3-0), while candidates #51 and #52 were not advanced (0-3 each). Candidate #47 was moved to background screening (3-0), and candidate #23 was offered and accepted a probationary police officer position (3-0). Background investigations for candidates #44 and #48 were discontinued (0-3 each). The board approved invoices for psychological and polygraph services.

• Advanced Candidate #53 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Did not advance Candidate #51 to polygraph phase (0-3)
• Did not advance Candidate #52 to polygraph phase (0-3)
• Moved Candidate #47 to background screening phase (3-0)
• Offered probationary police officer position to Candidate #23 (3-0)
• Discontinued background screening for Candidate #44 (0-3)
• Discontinued background screening for Candidate #48 (0-3)
• Approved $485.00 invoice from Industrial Organizational Solutions, Inc. (3-0)

Administration and Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will meet to discuss several new business items, including fire department promotions and liquor license classifications. The body will also review matters regarding garage sales and the 100 block of W Quincy.

• Fire Dept Promotions
• Amending the Liquor License Classifications
• Garage Sales
• 100 Block of W Quincy
• Hotel/Motel Grant Request - Rotary Calendar

The committee approved an additional $32,710 for the Senior Citizens Council to cover a pandemic-related shortfall in the meals on wheels program, on top of the usual $24,000 annual support. Four fire department members were promoted to lieutenant. The committee also agreed to move forward with a Rotary Club grant request for the village calendar and discussed but did not decide on garage sale permits and liquor license changes.

• Approved additional $32,710 for Senior Citizens Council (unanimous)
• Approved fire lieutenant promotions for Ed Gergits, Ted Sciaky, Keith Wonsowski, Stephanie Grimm
• Approved moving forward with Rotary Club grant request for village calendar
• Deferred decision on garage sale permits until after summer season
• Discussed but took no action on amending liquor license Class 5 for tastings

Village Board

The Village Board will consider over $1.27 million in various purchase orders for equipment and services. The agenda includes a special use permit for a beauty salon at 36 S. Cass Avenue and amendments to Class 5 liquor license tasting rules. Additionally, the board will review plans for the Independence Day Celebration at Ty Warner Park.

• Approval of $1,273,782.11 in total purchase orders
• Special use permit and development permit for a beauty salon at 36 S. Cass Avenue
• Ordinance to allow on-site tasting events for Class 5 liquor licenses
• Traffic and permit requests for the Independence Day Celebration at Ty Warner Park
• Intergovernmental agreement with the Illinois Office of the Comptroller

The Village Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a finance ordinance of $1,074,149.92 and purchase orders totaling $1,273,782.11, plus permits for the Independence Day celebration. They also approved a special use permit for a beauty salon at 36 S. Cass Avenue, amended the Class 5 liquor license to allow on-site tasting events, and reappointed Larry Babyar to the Police Pension Fund board. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance and purchase orders totaling $2,347,932.03 (6-0)
• Approved special use permit and B-1 Development Permit for beauty salon at 36 S. Cass Avenue (6-0)
• Amended Class 5 liquor license classification to allow on-site tasting events (6-0)
• Reappointed Larry Babyar to Police Pension Fund Board for two-year term (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board is holding a special meeting to review available test results for entry-level police candidates. The session will also include a discussion regarding the entry-level testing process.

• Review of entry-level police candidate test results
• Discussion of entry-level testing process

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting and approved moving three candidates to background screening, denied one candidate, and offered a probationary police officer position to Candidate #20, who accepted. The Board also approved changes to the drug use form and recruitment application, and requested a polygraph question change.

• Approved April 27, 2021 special meeting minutes (3-0)
• Moved Candidate #44 to background screening (3-0)
• Moved Candidate #46 to background screening (3-0)
• Moved Candidate #48 to background screening (3-0)
• Denied moving Candidate #50 to background screening (0-3)
• Offered probationary police officer position to Candidate #20 (3-0)
• Approved changing drug use form questions to 'last seven years' (3-0)
• Approved adding Yes/No boxes to recruitment application (3-0)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee is meeting to discuss updates on special use permits and annexation. The body will review proposed regulations regarding salt storage buildings and the prevention of long-term residency at hotels.

• Special Use Permit update for CuraLeaf at 11 East Ogden
• Proposed hotel regulations to prevent long-term residency
• Zoning text amendments
• Salt storage building/structure regulations
• Update on 6108 - 6152 South Cass (Westview South)

The Community Development Committee approved minutes from February 25, 2021, and discussed several items. They agreed to allow CuraLeaf to stop using an off-duty police officer for traffic management at its 11 East Ogden location, with staff to send an official letter. The committee also directed staff to remove existing permanent salt/mulch storage structures and to develop regulations for temporary ones, and to pursue code enforcement at the vacant Westview South strip mall. No formal votes were taken on these latter items; they were committee agreements.

• Approved minutes from February 25, 2021 (voice vote)
• Agreed to relieve CuraLeaf of traffic management requirement (no formal vote)
• Directed removal of existing permanent salt/mulch storage structures (no formal vote)
• Directed staff to develop regulations for temporary salt/mulch structures (no formal vote)
• Agreed to move forward with code enforcement at Westview South (no formal vote)

Village Board

The Village Board will review purchase orders totaling $2,483,082.75 and consider permits for upcoming community events. The agenda also includes a bid award for the Alley D Reconstruction Project and a resolution regarding state revenue restoration.

• Bid award for Alley D Reconstruction Project to Alliance Contractors Inc. ($388,546.13)
• Approval of purchase orders totaling $2,483,082.75
• Permit requests for 2021 Westmont Cruisin' Nights & Street Fair
• Fee waiver requests for the 2021 Taste of Westmont event
• Reappointment of Larry Babyar to the Police Pension Fund Board

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, including $4,181,356.44 in finance ordinance and purchase orders, and passed ordinances for the 2021 Cruisin' Nights and Taste of Westmont events. The board also reappointed Larry Babyar to the Police Pension Fund, awarded a bid for the Alley D Reconstruction Project, declared surplus fire department items, and supported a resolution to restore state funding. All votes were unanimous, with Trustee Liddle recusing on the two event ordinances.

• Approved consent agenda with $4,181,356.44 in finance ordinance and purchase orders (6-0)
• Approved 2021 Cruisin' Nights permits and street closures (5-0, Liddle recused)
• Approved 2021 Taste of Westmont fee waivers and permits (5-0, Liddle recused)
• Reappointed Larry Babyar to Police Pension Fund board for two-year term (6-0)
• Awarded Alley D Reconstruction Project bid to Alliance Contractors Inc. (6-0)
• Declared Fire Department/EMA items as surplus property (6-0)
• Approved resolution supporting restoration of Local Government Distributive Fund (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will receive status updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs regarding department issues. Commissioners will also review background and polygraph results for probationary police candidates and discuss a new entry-level testing process.

• Review of polygraph and background results for probationary police candidates
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion processes
• Discussion of a new entry-level testing process with Amy Eitapence of I/O Solutions

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved a conditional offer of employment to Candidate #37 as a probationary police officer, pending medical and psychological evaluations. The board also accepted three invoices for candidate testing services, re-elected Robert Kovanda as chairman, and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Approved conditional offer of employment to Candidate #37 as probationary police officer (3-0)
• Accepted invoice from Edward Occupational Health for $2,388.00 for medical exams of Candidates #33 and #36 (3-0)
• Accepted invoice from Industrial/Organizational Solutions, Inc. for $485.00 for psychological evaluation of Candidate #20 (3-0)
• Accepted invoice from Conrad Polygraph, Inc. for $1,600.00 for polygraph exams of 10 candidates (3-0)
• Re-elected Robert Kovanda as Chairman for fiscal year May 1, 2021 to April 30, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 20, 2021 regular meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 3, 2021 special meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 8, 2021 special meeting (3-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 18, 2021. The meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at 2:00 PM.

• Cancellation and rescheduling of the May 18, 2021, regular meeting

Westmont First Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for Monday, May 17, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 16, 2021.

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The committee will discuss anniversary updates, the committee budget, and member assignments. This meeting is scheduled to be held via electronic/virtual attendance.

• Anniversary Committee updates
• Anniversary Committee budget
• Committee member assignments

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a hearing regarding an electronic message board sign for Community School District 201 at 944 N. Oakwood Drive. Additionally, the body will consider a request to operate a beauty parlor at 36 S. Cass Ave. #44.

• Special Use Permit and variances for an electronic message board sign at 944 N. Oakwood Drive
• Special Use Permit for a beauty parlor at 36 S. Cass Ave. #44

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of a special use permit for an electronic message board sign at 944 N. Oakwood Drive, along with variances for the sign to be 100% electronic and to include moving video images. It also recommended approval of a special use permit for a beauty parlor at 36 S. Cass Avenue. Both recommendations will go to the Village Board of Trustees.

• Recommended approval of special use permit for electronic sign at 944 N. Oakwood Dr. (6-0)
• Recommended approval of variance for 100% electronic sign face (6-0)
• Recommended approval of variance for moving video images (6-1, Clemens dissenting)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for beauty parlor at 36 S. Cass Ave. (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates.

• Oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting on May 8, 2021, to conduct oral interviews and make hiring decisions. They unanimously offered Candidate #23 a conditional probationary police officer position, pending medical and psychological evaluations, which the candidate accepted. They also voted to advance Candidates #44, #46, #47, #48, and #50 to the polygraph phase, while Candidate #45 was not advanced. No other business was conducted.

• Offered Candidate #23 conditional employment as probationary police officer (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #44 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #46 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #47 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #48 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #50 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Denied advancement for Candidate #45 to polygraph phase (1-2)

Administration and Finance Committee

The Village of Westmont Administration and Finance Committee has cancelled its scheduled meeting for May 6, 2021. The next regular meeting in the rotation is scheduled for June 3, 2021.

• Cancellation of the May 6, 2021, committee meeting

Village Board

The Westmont Village Board will administer oaths of office to newly elected officials, including the Mayor and Clerk. The board will also consider approving several purchase orders for health insurance and mosquito abatement services.

• Oath of office for new Mayor, Clerk, and Trustees
• Purchase order for Government Insurance Network ($2,325,000.00)
• Purchase order for Bestco Benefit Plans LLC ($240,000.00)
• Purchase order for Clarke Environmental Mosquito ($80,600.00)
• Proclamations for Police, EMS, and Public Works weeks

The Village Board held a hybrid virtual meeting on May 6, 2021, where newly elected officials were sworn in, including Mayor Ronald J. Gunter, Clerk Virginia Szymski, and Trustees Barker, Brady, and Simonovich. The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a finance ordinance of $1,091,692.60 and purchase orders totaling $2,645,600.00, for a combined $3,737,292.60. They also accepted the Mayor's appointments to standing committees. The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 P.M.

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance and purchase orders totaling $3,737,292.60 (unanimous)
• Accepted Mayor's appointments to standing committees (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:40 P.M. (unanimous)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review polygraph results and available background reports. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of polygraph results and background reports

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners reviewed polygraph results for Candidate #39 and voted unanimously (0-3) against advancing them to the background screening phase, effectively discontinuing their candidacy. The board also discussed future testing with Industrial Organizational Solutions to populate the eligibility list, but no formal action was taken on that item.

• Motion to move Candidate #39 to background screening failed (0-3)
• Candidate #39 to be notified of discontinuation
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will discuss updates to lighting, vegetation, and storm drain stenciling ordinances. The agenda also includes a review of waste disposal contracts and community solar initiatives.

• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance review
• Waste Disposal Contract Review
• Vegetation Ordinance Updates
• Community Solar discussion
• DuPage Monarch Project 2021 Award

The Environmental Improvement Committee approved the April 5 meeting minutes and discussed several ongoing projects, including a dark skies ordinance, community solar web page, and composting program expansion. No formal votes were taken on new initiatives; most items were updates or planning discussions.

• Approved April 5, 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Discussed creating a subcommittee for community solar web page draft
• Planned informational piece on recyclable items not accepted by recycling company
• Scheduled River Sweep for May 15, 9am-12pm
• Scheduled Storm Drain Stenciling for June 5, 9am-12pm
• Noted Westmont as first community to pass Monarch Resolution through DuPage Monarch Project

Village Board

The Village Board is considering several ordinances for a proposed 7-story mixed-use development by Westmont Development Corp., LLC. These items include an economic development agreement, real estate sales, and various zoning requests. The project involves redeveloping properties around 1 N. Cass Avenue.

• TIF Economic Development Agreement with Westmont Development Corp., LLC
• Sale of 1 N. Cass Avenue, 14 N. Linden, and PIN 09-10-120-034 to Westmont Development Corp., LLC
• Vacation of approximately 22,783 square feet of public rights-of-way for $796,290
• Zoning map amendment to rezone vacated rights-of-way to B-1 Limited Business District
• Multiple zoning variances regarding height, floor area ratio, and setbacks at 1 N. Cass Avenue

The Village Board approved a series of measures for a 7-story, 174-unit mixed-use apartment building at 1 N. Cass Avenue, including a TIF economic development agreement, sale of village-owned properties, vacation of rights-of-way, and zoning approvals. All motions passed 5-1, with Trustee Guzzo voting no. The project also includes ground-floor commercial space, structured parking, and a surface lot.

• Approved TIF Economic Development Agreement with Westmont Apartments, LLC (5-1)
• Approved sale of 1 N. Cass, 14 N. Linden, and P.I.N. 09-10-120-034 to Westmont Apartments, LLC (5-1)
• Approved vacation of public rights-of-way for 1 N. Cass development (5-1)
• Approved zoning and development requests including site plan, plat, rezoning, variances, and development agreement (5-1)

z - Retired - Public Information Committee

The Public Information Committee will discuss 2021 events for public agencies and organizations. The agenda also includes discussion regarding the 100th anniversary.

• 2021 events for public agencies and organizations
• 100th anniversary

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review polygraph results and available medical reports. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of polygraph results and medical reports

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners offered conditional employment to two probationary police officer candidates, pending medical and psychological evaluations. Three other candidates were discontinued after polygraph reviews. The board also approved a $270 legal invoice for FOIA communications.

• Offered conditional employment to Candidate #20 (3-0)
• Offered conditional employment to Candidate #36 (3-0)
• Moved Candidate #37 to background screening (3-0)
• Discontinued Candidate #32 after polygraph (0-3)
• Discontinued Candidate #38 after polygraph (0-3)
• Discontinued Candidate #43 after polygraph (0-3)
• Approved $270 invoice from Ottosen Dinolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo (3-0)

Liquor Commission

The Village of Westmont Mayor and Liquor/Tobacco Commissioner will hold public hearings regarding state and local law violations. The proceedings involve several liquor and tobacco licensees.

• Liquor hearing: Uptown/Kluser
• Liquor hearing: Uptown/Guerrero
• Liquor hearing: Oak Brook Hills/Schierer
• Tobacco hearing: Prestige Liquors

Public Safety Committees

The Fire Public Safety Committee will discuss Norcomm fire alarm systems and review the Lieutenant testing process. The meeting includes updates regarding South Westmont Fire Protection District, staffing, GEMT, and a Business Sprinkler System MOU.

• Norcomm Fire Alarm Discussion
• Review Lieutenant Testing Process
• South Westmont Fire Protection District Update
• Staffing Update
• Business Sprinkler System MOU Update

The Public Safety Committee discussed potential cost increases if Addison Consolidated Dispatch Center (ACDC) discontinues fire alarm monitoring for Westmont. Direction was given to develop a Request for Proposals (RFP) for third-party monitoring costs, with further discussion at the next meeting. The committee also directed extending all existing business sprinkler system MOUs by six months.

• Directed staff to develop RFP for third-party fire alarm monitoring costs
• Directed extension of all existing business sprinkler system MOUs by six months
• Approved January 28, 2021 Public Safety Committee minutes (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will meet to consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget resolution. The agenda also includes a contract award for alley reconstruction and a permit for a yoga studio. Additionally, the board will review a voluntary annexation for properties on 63rd Street.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget resolution
• $577,000 contract award for CBD Alley Section G reconstruction
• B-1 development permit for Good Juju Yoga at 245 North Cass Avenue
• Voluntary annexation of properties at 409-419 63rd Street
• Purchase orders totaling $389,871.12

The Westmont Village Board unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget, a B-1 permit for Good Juju Yoga at 245 N Cass, voluntary annexation of 409-419 63rd Street, and awarded the CBD Alley Section G reconstruction bid to R.W. Dunteman Company. The board also approved the consent agenda, including finance ordinance and purchase orders, and held an executive session on real estate matters.

• Approved FY2021-22 Budget (6-0)
• Approved B-1 permit for Good Juju Yoga at 245 N Cass (6-0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of 409-419 63rd Street (6-0)
• Awarded CBD Alley Section G reconstruction to R.W. Dunteman (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,666,459.72 finance ordinance and $389,871.12 purchase orders (6-0)
• Approved executive session on real estate sale/purchase (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will receive updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs regarding department status and issues. Members will review the results and hiring process for entry-level probationary police candidates. The Board may also authorize outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotions.

• Review of entry-level probationary police candidate results and hiring process
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion processes

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved two invoices for candidate testing: $960 to Conrad Polygraph, Inc. for polygraph exams and $970 to I/O Solutions for psychological evaluations, both by unanimous 3-0 votes. The board also accepted minutes from five prior meetings and discussed the status of probationary police candidates and a full-time fire department proposal. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $960 invoice to Conrad Polygraph, Inc. for polygraph exams (3-0)
• Approved $970 invoice to I/O Solutions for psychological evaluations (3-0)
• Accepted March 16, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes (3-0)
• Accepted March 27, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes (3-0)
• Accepted April 3, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes (3-0)
• Accepted April 6, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes (3-0)
• Accepted April 17, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes (3-0)

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet via videoconference on April 20, 2021. The agenda includes reviewing quarterly investment reports and approving financial bills. The board will also address officer resignations and the certification of election results.

• Quarterly investment report and portfolio rebalancing
• Approval of bills including Illinois Department of Insurance Compliance Fee
• Resignation of Officer Nicholas Glynn
• Approval of surviving spouse benefits for Dale Smith Jr.
• Certification of Board Election Results for Active Member Position

Westmont First Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for April 19, 2020, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 17, 2021.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates.

• Oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners conducted oral interviews and advanced five entry-level patrol officer candidates to the polygraph phase, and moved two candidates to background screening. One candidate was removed from consideration due to relocation, and two candidates were not advanced after polygraph review. The board also offered a probationary police officer position to Candidate #33, who accepted.

• Advanced Candidate #32 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #37 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #38 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #39 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #43 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Moved Candidate #23 to background screening (3-0)
• Denied advancement for Candidate #25 to background screening (0-3)
• Denied advancement for Candidate #28 to background screening (0-3)

Administration and Finance Committee

The committee will conduct overview sessions on Local Government 101 and Local Budgeting 101. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Local Government 101 overview
• Local Budgeting 101 overview

The Administration and Finance Committee held a special virtual meeting featuring two educational presentations: 'Local Government 101' by Village Manager May and 'Local Budgeting 101' by Finance Director Parker. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with discussion on home rule, budget amendments, and revenue losses. The next regular meeting was cancelled for the swearing-in of newly elected officials.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational only
• Next regular meeting on May 6, 2021 cancelled for swearing-in ceremony
• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously

Village Board

The Village Board of Trustees will hold a budget workshop to review the draft budget presentation and overview for Fiscal Year 2021-22. This meeting is being held remotely.

• Draft Budget Presentation and Overview for Fiscal Year 2021-22

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for April 14, 2021, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 12, 2021.

Administration and Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will meet to discuss new business items. The agenda includes reviews of past due water bills and hair salons in the downtown area.

• Discussion of past due water bills
• Discussion of hair salons in downtown

The committee discussed allowing more hair salons in the downtown B-1 district, with members generally in favor, and directed staff to move forward with applications. They also discussed a possible zoning ordinance to prevent salons from locating too close together, similar to cannabis rules. No formal vote was taken on this item. The committee also discussed past-due water bills, with 340 residential and 60 business accounts, and considered holding off on shutoffs pending state assistance details.

• Approved minutes of the February 11, 2021 meeting.
• Directed staff to move forward with hair salon applications in the downtown B-1 district.
• Discussed a potential zoning ordinance to space like businesses (e.g., 500 feet apart) but took no formal action.
• Discussed holding off on water shutoffs for past-due accounts pending state assistance details; no formal action taken.
• Discussed extending gaming license ownership period to one year for ownership changes; no formal action taken.
• Adjourned at 5:42 p.m.

Village Board

The Westmont Village Board is reviewing several contracts and resolutions, including a major water main improvement project. The meeting also covers an agreement for fire and ambulance services with South Westmont Fire Protection District. Additionally, the board will consider approving various purchase orders and declaring certain equipment as surplus property.

• Award of $720,402.60 bid to J. Congdon Sewer Service Inc. for water main improvements
• Intergovernmental Agreement with South Westmont Fire Protection District
• Approval of purchase orders totaling $332,833.16
• Resolution for the 'No Mow Till Mother's Day' environmental program
• Declaration of surplus property for Fire and Police Departments

The Village Board unanimously approved all eight agenda items. It awarded the 2021 N. Washington/Oakmont Lane water main improvement project to J. Congdon Sewer Service Inc. and approved a two-year intergovernmental agreement with the South Westmont Fire Protection District for fire and ambulance services starting June 1, 2021. The board also approved the consent agenda, a 'No Mow Till Mother's Day' resolution, the Mayor's Monarch Pledge, and declared surplus property from the fire and police departments.

• Approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes, a finance ordinance for $1,391,490.37, and purchase orders totaling $332,833.16.
• Approved a resolution encouraging residents to wait to mow grass until Mother's Day.
• Approved a resolution accepting the Mayor's Monarch Pledge through the National Wildlife Federation.
• Awarded the bid for the 2021 N. Washington/Oakmont Lane water main improvement project to J. Congdon Sewer Service Inc.
• Approved an intergovernmental agreement with the South Westmont Fire Protection District for fire and ambulance services from June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2023.
• Declared miscellaneous Fire Department items, including a Pierce Fire Engine, as surplus property.
• Declared certain outdated Police Department equipment as surplus Village property.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:40 P.M.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss ongoing business. The primary focus is the review and deliberation of polygraph results for entry-level candidates.

• Review of entry-level candidate polygraphs

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners reviewed polygraph results for five entry-level candidates. Candidates #20 and #22 were approved to move to the background screening phase, while candidates #17, #18, and #21 were discontinued from the process. All votes were unanimous.

• Candidate #17 moved to background screening denied (0-3)
• Candidate #18 moved to background screening denied (0-3)
• Candidate #20 moved to background screening approved (3-0)
• Candidate #21 moved to background screening denied (0-3)
• Candidate #22 moved to background screening approved (3-0)

z - Retired - Sister City Committee

The Westmont Sister City Committee has issued a notice of cancellation for its 2021 regular meeting dates. No meetings are scheduled for the previously listed April, July, or October dates.

• Cancellation of April 12 meeting
• Cancellation of July 12 meeting
• Cancellation of October 11 meeting

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the lighting/dark skies and vegetation ordinances. Staff reports will cover No Mow, Bee City, and rain barrel programs. A presentation from Clarke Environmental is also scheduled.

• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance review
• Vegetation Ordinance Updates
• Waste Disposal Contract Review
• Community Solar discussion
• National Wildlife Federation- Mayors’ Monarch Pledge

The Environmental Improvement Committee approved the March 1, 2021 meeting minutes. The committee discussed the upcoming No Mow initiative, which the village board will vote on at its Thursday meeting. They also heard a presentation from Clarke Environmental and set a date for storm drain stenciling.

• Approved the regular meeting minutes from 3/1/2021
• Set storm drain stenciling for Saturday, June 5th from 9am-12pm
• Discussed the No Mow initiative, which will be voted on by the board on Thursday
• Heard a presentation from Clarke Environmental on the current program
• Discussed the Holiday Light Collection total of 2,232 pounds
• Discussed the River Sweep event on May 15th
• Discussed the Mayors' Monarch Pledge, suggesting it be brought to the mayor

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews. The session focuses on entry-level probationary police officer candidates.

• Oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners conducted oral interviews for entry-level patrol officer candidates and voted on advancing each to the polygraph phase. Candidates #23, #25, #28, and #29 were advanced unanimously (3-0), while candidates #27 and #31 were not advanced (0-3). The meeting adjourned at 5:40 PM.

• Advanced candidate #23 to polygraph (3-0)
• Advanced candidate #25 to polygraph (3-0)
• Denied advancement for candidate #27 (0-3)
• Advanced candidate #28 to polygraph (3-0)
• Advanced candidate #29 to polygraph (3-0)
• Denied advancement for candidate #31 (0-3)

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Fire Pension Board of Trustees is meeting to address administrative appointments and vendor requests. The board will consider a resolution for authorized agents and an engagement letter for annual statement preparation.

• Resolution to Appoint Authorized Agents
• Approval of Vendor Authorization Request
• Approval of Lauterbach & Amen Engagement Letter for Illinois Department of Insurance Annual Statements (FY 2021-2023)
• Cancellation of the June 11, 2021 Fire Firefighter Pension Meeting

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee will meet remotely to discuss committee updates and the anniversary budget. The agenda also includes reviewing minutes, member assignments, and new business.

• Anniversary Committee Updates
• Anniversary Committee Budget
• Committee Member Assignments / Action Items

The committee approved ordering 200 commemorative license plates, with members and staff able to request specific numbers. They also decided to create a new 100th Anniversary time capsule, including a license plate (#100), and to have each department contribute items. The mascot contest winner was announced as Garrett, and the committee is planning events for Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day weekend.

• Approved ordering 200 commemorative license plates, with members able to request numbers.
• Decided to create a new 100th Anniversary time capsule, including a license plate (#100).
• Approved a $1,000 stipend for Dr. Jen Burisek for CUSD201 history, split between Village Hall and the District.
• Announced Garrett as the winner of the 100th Anniversary mascot contest.
• Approved minutes from the previous meeting by voice vote.
• Adjourned the meeting by voice vote.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates.

• Oral interviews of entry-level probationary police officer candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners conducted oral interviews for entry-level patrol officer candidates and voted on their advancement. Candidates #17, #18, #20, #21, and #22 were each approved to advance to the polygraph phase of the hiring process, while Candidate #19 was not advanced. The board also reviewed background reports and offered conditional employment to Candidates #33 and #36 as probationary police officers, pending medical and psychological evaluations, which both candidates accepted.

• Advanced Candidate #17 to the polygraph phase (3-0).
• Advanced Candidate #18 to the polygraph phase (3-0).
• Denied advancement of Candidate #19 to the polygraph phase (0-3).
• Advanced Candidate #20 to the polygraph phase (3-0).
• Advanced Candidate #21 to the polygraph phase (3-0).
• Advanced Candidate #22 to the polygraph phase (3-0).
• Offered conditional employment to Candidate #33 as a probationary police officer (3-0); offer accepted.
• Offered conditional employment to Candidate #36 as a probationary police officer (3-0); offer accepted.

Public Works Committee

The Westmont Public Works Committee will hear reports on several utility and street projects. This includes updates on water main projects, sidewalk construction, and the 2020 year-end report. The meeting also features presentations regarding Addington Plaza and the Liberty Park Water Main Project.

• Liberty Park Water Main Project
• North Washington Water Main Project 2021
• Adams St (Main Park - 55th Pl.) Sidewalk Project
• Ashford Pond Stabilization Project at 63rd and Richmond
• Addington Plaza presentation

The committee approved the minutes from the December 17th, 2020 meeting. Director Ramsey presented the 2020 Year End Report, noting accomplishments including a 3% drop in water usage, 1,600 tons of salt used, and completion of the new Public Works Facility. The committee also heard presentations on the Addington Plaza design and the Liberty Park water main project, where the community well is going dry and DuPage County will survey homeowners.

• Approved the December 17th, 2020 meeting minutes
• Heard the 2020 Year End Report, including employee of the year and facility completion
• Discussed the Addington Plaza design, including a keystone archway, water feature, and fire pit
• Discussed the Liberty Park water main project, with DuPage County sending a survey to homeowners
• Heard reports on various projects, including the new water tower and sidewalk project
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:55 pm

Village Board

The Village Board is reviewing several engineering agreements for alley, parking lot, and water main improvements. The board will also consider zoning ordinance amendments regarding lot coverage, window wells, and business use tables. Additionally, the board will review various purchase orders totaling over $202,000.

• Engineering agreement for 2021 CBD Alley Reconstruction Project D ($79,886.32)
• Engineering agreement for 63rd St and Richmond Ave Stormwater Improvements ($119,986)
• Zoning text amendment to update use tables for medical clinics and fitness centers
• Engineering agreement for North Washington Street & Oakmont Lane water main improvements ($74,500)
• Purchase orders totaling $202,784.86

The Village Board unanimously approved six engineering agreements for various infrastructure projects, including alley reconstructions, a parking lot project, stormwater improvements, and water main improvements. The board also approved three zoning text amendments, including changes to the lot coverage definition, window wells, and use tables. All votes were unanimous with no nays or absent trustees.

• Approved consent agenda including February 25, 2021 minutes, finance ordinance #20 for $2,550,527.16, purchase orders totaling $202,784.86, and National Library Week proclamation.
• Approved engineering agreement with Thomas Engineering Group for 2021 CBD Alley Reconstruction Project D.
• Approved engineering agreement with Thomas Engineering Group for 2021 Lincoln Municipal Parking Lot Project.
• Approved engineering agreement with Thomas Engineering Group for 2021 CBD Alley G Reconstruction Project.
• Approved engineering agreement with WBK Engineering for 63rd St and Richmond Ave. Stormwater Improvements.
• Approved engineering agreement with Baxter & Woodman for North Washington Street & Oakmont Lane water main improvements.
• Approved zoning text amendment to amend the definition of lot coverage.
• Approved zoning text amendment to allow window wells as permitted encroachments in residential districts.

Public Safety Committees

The Police Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the 2020 Annual Report and police reform legislation. The body will also receive updates on body-worn cameras and personnel.

• 2020 Annual Report
• Police Reform Legislation
• Body-Worn Camera Update
• Department Awards
• Employee of the Year

The Police Public Safety Committee met on March 24, 2021, and recognized Detective Jeremy Durst as Employee of the Year. Chief Gunther presented the 2020 annual report, discussed upcoming police reform legislation, and provided an update on body-worn cameras. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and ceremonial.

• Presented Employee of the Year award to Detective Jeremy Durst
• Reviewed 2020 annual report, highlighting ILEAP accreditation
• Discussed police reform legislation effective 2023 (cashless bail, certification)
• Updated on body-worn camera mandate, with $112,000 startup cost
• Recognized officers with departmental awards for FY 2020/21

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review the status of entry-level probationary police candidate polygraph results and the hiring process. The meeting includes a forum for updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs regarding department status. The Board may also authorize outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotions.

• Review of entry-level probationary police candidate polygraph results
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion processes
• Chief's Forum for updates on Police and Fire Department status

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a regular meeting and voted unanimously to reject motions to advance Candidates #10, #12, and #16 to the background screening phase after reviewing their polygraph results; all three will be notified of their discontinued status. The Board approved a $1,440.00 payment to Conrad Polygraph for polygraph tests for nine other candidates. Minutes from three prior meetings were accepted, and the meeting adjourned at 4:30 PM.

• Approved the February 16, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes as submitted (3-0).
• Approved the February 22, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes as submitted (3-0).
• Approved the March 6, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes as submitted (3-0).
• Denied moving Candidate #10 to the background screening phase (0-3); candidacy discontinued.
• Denied moving Candidate #12 to the background screening phase (0-3); candidacy discontinued.
• Denied moving Candidate #16 to the background screening phase (0-3); candidacy discontinued.
• Approved payment of $1,440.00 to Conrad Polygraph for polygraphs for 9 candidates (3-0).

Westmont First Committee

The Westmont First Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates on the village's 100th anniversary and census data. The body will also discuss business community support and outreach from the Shedd Aquarium.

• 100th Anniversary update
• Census update
• Business Community Support discussion
• Shedd Aquarium Outreach discussion

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Fire Pension Board of Trustees will meet to review the board's investment policy and asset allocation targets. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the December 11, 2020 meeting.

• Review of investment policy and asset allocation targets
• Approval of December 11, 2020 minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Vendor payments

Administration and Finance Committee

The Village of Westmont Administration and Finance Committee has cancelled its scheduled meeting for March 11, 2021. The next regular meeting in the rotation is scheduled for April 11, 2021.

• Cancellation of the March 11, 2021, committee meeting

Village Board

The Village of Westmont Board of Trustees is amending the regular meeting schedule rotation to cancel the meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 11, 2021. The next meeting in the regular schedule is March 25, 2021.

• Cancellation of the March 11, 2021, Board of Trustees meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on two proposed zoning ordinance text amendments. One would allow window wells as permitted encroachments into required yards, except in stormwater or utility easements. The other would amend the definition of 'lot coverage' to remove the bonus for permeable pavers. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its January 13, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing on PZC 024-2021: allow window wells as permitted encroachments into required yards, except in stormwater/utility easements.
• Public hearing on PZC 026-2021: amend 'lot coverage' definition to remove the lot coverage bonus for permeable pavers.
• Approval of minutes from January 13, 2021 regular meeting.
• Open Forum for public comments (online form or phone).
• Meeting held in person and remotely via YouTube; social distancing observed.

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend two zoning text amendments to the Village Board. The first allows window wells as permitted encroachments into required yards, except in stormwater and utility easements. The second revises the definition of 'lot coverage' to remove the 50% bonus for permeable pavers and simplify the definition. Both motions passed unanimously with six yes votes; Commissioner Clemens was unable to vote due to technical issues.

• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment to allow window wells as permitted encroachments (6-0, Clemens unable to vote)
• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment to amend 'lot coverage' definition and remove permeable paver bonus (6-0, Clemens unable to vote)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews of entry-level probationary police officer candidates. No new business is listed. The meeting is scheduled for 8:30 AM at the Westmont Police Department and will follow COVID-19 safety rules.

• Oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates
• Special meeting held at Westmont Police Department training room
• COVID-19 safety protocols in effect

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners conducted oral interviews for six entry-level patrol officer candidates. Three candidates (12, 16, 10) were approved to advance to the polygraph phase, while three (11, 13, 14) were not. All votes were unanimous.

• Advanced Candidate #12 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #16 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate #10 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Did not advance Candidate #11 to polygraph phase (0-3)
• Did not advance Candidate #13 to polygraph phase (0-3)
• Did not advance Candidate #14 to polygraph phase (0-3)

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee will meet to review committee updates and the anniversary committee budget. The agenda also includes member assignments, action items, and new business.

• Anniversary Committee Updates
• Anniversary Committee Budget
• Committee Member Assignments / Action Items

The committee approved the minutes from the February 4, 2021 meeting. Members received updates on various anniversary events, including the sold-out Anniversary Brew event, the arrival of flags and decals, and the ongoing sale of historical books. The committee also discussed plans for Memorial Day, July 4th fireworks, and a potential time capsule, among other items.

• Approved the minutes from the 2/4/21 meeting by voice vote.
• Decided to send beanie baby naming ideas to Bob F., who will communicate them to Ty, Inc.
• Discussed enhancing July 4th fireworks with additional budget, but no decision was made.
• Discussed creating a new time capsule, with ideas to be shared.
• Discussed rebuilding a version of Gregg's Station as a temporary photo opp structure, but no decision was made.
• Discussed a stipend for the CUSD201 history project author, but no decision was made.
• Discussed commemorative ceramic plates, with cost estimates provided, but no order was placed.
• Adjourned the meeting by voice vote.

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will review the Waste Management Annual Report and a recap of Earth Day engagement. Discussion topics include updates to the Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance, Vegetation Ordinance, and the 2021 Rain Barrel Program.

• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance
• Vegetation Ordinance updates
• 2021 Rain Barrel Program
• Waste Management Annual Report
• 'No Mow' Initiative

The Environmental Improvement Committee voted unanimously to support a resolution for Westmont to become a Bee City USA, with an annual fee of $200-300. The committee also approved the February meeting minutes and discussed several ongoing initiatives, including a 'No Mow' initiative, lighting ordinance updates, and a rain barrel program.

• Approved February 1, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to support Bee City USA resolution (unanimous)

Community Development Committee

The Westmont Community Development Committee is meeting to discuss zoning text amendments, an update on the 515 North Cass project, and construction recognition awards. The committee will also review the 2020 fourth-quarter and year-end report and approve minutes from the October 2020 meeting.

• Zoning text amendments discussion
• 515 North Cass project update
• Construction recognition awards
• 2020 4th-quarter and year-end report
• Approval of October 22, 2020 minutes

The Community Development Committee discussed proposed zoning text amendments to clarify rules on window wells and lot coverage, with changes to be presented at the March 10, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission. The committee also received an update on the 515 North Cass property, where the HOA plans to sell the property by year-end, and discussed a new construction recognition awards program. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the October 22, 2020 minutes.

• Approved minutes from the October 22, 2020 regular meeting by voice vote.
• Discussed zoning text amendments for window well rules and lot coverage definition, to be proposed at the March 10, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission.
• Heard update on 515 North Cass: HOA plans to sell property by end of calendar year.
• Discussed a new construction recognition awards program, with suggestions for Gold level only and service perks.
• Received Community Development year-end report, including EnerGov software challenges and archiving project.
• Noted that Code Enforcement Officer Joe Schultz filled a long-vacant position.

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an engineering agreement with Primera Engineering for the 2021 MFT Resurfacing Project. The agenda also includes approving the 2021 Zoning Map and a resolution regarding IDOT permits. Additionally, the board will review purchase orders for tree pruning and tourism services.

• $107,540 engineering agreement for Phase 2 and Phase 3 of the MFT Resurfacing Project
• Adoption of the 2021 Zoning Map
• $22,432 purchase order to Vidito Tree Experts for tree pruning
• $20,875 purchase order to Westmont Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau
• Resolution to IDOT in lieu of a surety bond

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, a finance ordinance of $913,692.80, and purchase orders totaling $43,307.00. It also approved an engineering agreement with Primera Engineering for the 2021 MFT Resurfacing Project, a resolution pledging good faith to IDOT for 2021-2022 permits, and the updated 2021 Zoning Map. All votes were 4-0 with two trustees absent.

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance of $913,692.80 and purchase orders totaling $43,307.00
• Approved engineering services agreement with Primera Engineering for 2021 MFT Resurfacing Project
• Approved resolution pledging good faith to IDOT for 2021-2022 permit work
• Approved updated 2021 Zoning Map dated 12/31/2020

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review available polygraph results for entry-level probationary police officer candidates. The meeting will be conducted in compliance with COVID-19 safety rules, and the board may enter executive session for personnel and legal discussions, but all votes will be in open session.

• Review available polygraphs of Entry-Level Probationary Police Officer Candidates
• Special meeting held at 10:00 AM in the Westmont Police Department Training Room
• Meeting conducted under COVID-19 safety directives (face masks, distancing)
• No new business on the agenda
• Board may enter executive session for personnel and legal matters

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners reviewed polygraph results for nine candidates and voted on advancing each to the background screening phase. Three candidates (#33, #36, #5) were approved to move forward, while six candidates (#9, #15, #30, #1, #2, #8) were denied advancement and will be notified of their discontinuation. The meeting was adjourned at 1:30 PM.

• Candidate #33 advanced to background screening (3-0)
• Candidate #36 advanced to background screening (3-0)
• Candidate #5 advanced to background screening (3-0)
• Candidate #9 denied advancement (0-3)
• Candidate #15 denied advancement (0-3)
• Candidate #30 denied advancement (0-3)
• Candidate #1 denied advancement (0-3)
• Candidate #2 denied advancement (0-3)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review the status of entry-level probationary police candidates' polygraph results and the hiring process. They will also consider authorizing outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotions.

• Review of probationary police candidate polygraph results and hiring status
• Authorization of outstanding invoices for the hiring or promotion process

The Board unanimously selected Officer Douglas Mantooth for promotion to Sergeant, filling a vacancy, and he was sworn in on February 11. The Board also approved a $12,617.50 payment to I/O Solutions for the promotion process. Minutes from five prior meetings were accepted.

• Promoted Officer Douglas Mantooth to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Approved $12,617.50 payment to I/O Solutions for Sergeant Promotion Process (2-0)
• Accepted January 19 Regular Meeting Minutes (2-0)
• Accepted January 26 Special Meeting Minutes (2-0)
• Accepted January 28 Special Meeting Minutes (2-0)
• Accepted January 30 Special Meeting Minutes (2-0)
• Accepted February 6 Special Meeting Minutes (2-0)

Westmont First Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for February 16 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 15, 2021.

Liquor Commission

The Liquor Commission will hold public hearings concerning violations of state and local laws related to the sale of tobacco. The proceedings involve several businesses operating within the Village of Westmont.

• Hearings regarding BP, Circle K, Jewel Osco, Marathon, Speedway, Uptown, and Shell
• Hearing for Laodecia Café D/B/A Hookah Buzz
• Hearing for Olive Tobacco Inc. D/B/A Westmont Tobacco

Administration and Finance Committee

The Westmont Administration and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss new business items including updates on the village's 100th anniversary, abandoned properties, and a vehicle purchase. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and reports from various village officials.

• Westmont 100th Anniversary updates
• Abandoned properties discussion
• Vehicle purchase discussion
• Approval of January 14, 2021 committee minutes

The Administration & Finance Committee discussed the process for dealing with abandoned properties, including the condominium on North Cass that had a fire, and reviewed the possibility of eminent domain. Vehicle purchases for two dump trucks were discussed as necessary due to age and condition. The committee also reviewed recent and upcoming voluntary and involuntary annexations, with voluntary annexations for 455 Birchwood Ct. and 6303 Richmond Av. on the agenda. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approval of the January 14, 2021 minutes.

• Approved January 14, 2021 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Discussed abandoned property process, including North Cass condominium and possible eminent domain
• Discussed purchase of two dump trucks due to age and condition
• Reviewed voluntary annexations for 455 Birchwood Ct. and 6303 Richmond Av.
• Discussed upcoming involuntary annexations for unincorporated islands
• Discussed Liberty Park water main improvements and associated costs

Village Board

The Westmont Village Board will consider several engineering agreements for water main projects and ordinances related to tobacco and liquor licenses. The agenda also includes property annexations and a development permit for 141 South Cass Avenue.

• Engineering agreements with Baxter & Woodman for three water main projects at $49,600 each
• Purchase orders totaling $426,495 for RMC Inc and Truck Country of Illinois
• Ordinance changes regarding Class 1 liquor license availability
• Voluntary annexations for South Richmond Avenue and Birchwood Court
• Amendments to the Village Code regarding tobacco licenses

The Village Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the January 28 minutes, a finance ordinance of $1,692,888.02, purchase orders totaling $426,495, and a reduction in Class 1 liquor licenses for Clique Sports Bar & Grill. The board also approved increasing Class 1 liquor licenses for El Delfin Bar & Grill, tobacco license code amendments, a B-1 permit for RR Financial Services, voluntary annexations at 6303 S. Richmond Ave and 455 Birchwood Court, and three engineering services agreements with Baxter and Woodman for water main projects. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance $1,692,888.02 and purchase orders $426,495 (6-0)
• Reduced Class 1 liquor licenses by one due to Clique Sports Bar & Grill ownership change (6-0)
• Increased Class 1 liquor licenses by one for El Delfin Bar & Grill, 6010 S. Cass Ave (6-0)
• Approved tobacco license code amendments to Chapter 22, Article XIII (6-0)
• Approved B-1 Development Permit for RR Financial Services at 141 S. Cass Ave (6-0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of 6303 S. Richmond Ave (6-0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of 455 Birchwood Court (6-0)
• Approved engineering agreements with Baxter and Woodman for three water main projects (6-0 each)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for February 10, 2021, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2021.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews of entry-level probationary police officer candidates. The agenda includes only this ongoing business item, with no new business; the board may enter executive session for personnel or legal discussions, but all votes will be in open session.

• Oral interviews of entry-level probationary police officer candidates
• Special meeting held at Westmont Police Department Training Room
• Meeting conducted under COVID-19 safety rules

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners conducted oral interviews for entry-level patrol officer candidates. Four candidates were advanced to the polygraph phase (Candidates 1, 2, 5, and 8), while two were not advanced (Candidates 3 and 6). Candidate 4 withdrew from the process, and Candidate 7 failed to appear for their interview.

• Advanced Candidate 1 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Advanced Candidate 2 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Did not advance Candidate 3 to polygraph phase (0-3)
• Candidate 4 withdrew; sign-off letter to be mailed
• Advanced Candidate 5 to polygraph phase (3-0)
• Did not advance Candidate 6 to polygraph phase (0-3)
• Candidate 7 no-show; termination letter to be sent
• Advanced Candidate 8 to polygraph phase (3-0)

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The committee will provide updates on the 100th anniversary and review the committee budget. Discussion is also scheduled regarding Legacy Business Criteria.

• Anniversary Committee Budget
• Legacy Business Criteria
• Committee Member Assignments / Action Items

The committee approved prior minutes and discussed numerous 100th anniversary projects, including a new time capsule to be buried, a Legacy Businesses Award, and a written history for CUSD201 funded by the committee budget. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were discussed and agreed upon informally. The meeting was procedural and update-focused, with no substantive decisions requiring a roll-call vote.

• Approved prior meeting minutes by voice vote
• Agreed to create a second time capsule to be buried
• Agreed to fund a written history for CUSD201 with committee budget stipend
• Discussed creating a Legacy Businesses Award with online public submission form
• Discussed criteria for 100th anniversary license plate distribution
• Discussed opening the bicentennial time capsule and adding to it (no final decision)
• Discussed ordering 100 commemorative plates with historical images (no final decision)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The Environmental Improvement Committee is reviewing reports on sustainability roundtables and lighting. The agenda includes discussions on the 'No Mow' initiative, St. Joseph Creek, and waste management. New business involves budget reviews and Bee City USA.

• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance discussion
• 'No Mow' Initiative review
• Vegetation Ordinance Updates
• Bee City USA discussion
• Budget review

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews of entry-level probationary police officer candidates. The agenda includes only this ongoing business item, with no new business. The meeting will be held at the Westmont Police Department and will follow COVID-19 safety rules.

• Oral interviews for entry-level probationary police officer candidates
• Special meeting at Westmont Police Department Training Room
• COVID-19 safety protocols in effect

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews of sergeant promotion candidates. No new business is on the agenda. The board may enter executive session for personnel or legal discussions, but all votes will be in open session.

• Oral interview of sergeant promotion candidates
• Special meeting at Westmont Police Department
• COVID-19 safety rules in effect

Public Safety Committees

The Fire Public Safety Committee will review fire department personnel updates, including promotions and testing. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Norcomm / ACDC Fire Alarm Contract and South Fire District Contract.

• Captain promotions and lieutenant testing updates
• Norcomm / ACDC Fire Alarm Contract
• South Fire District Contract
• 2020 Year End Report
• Spring Virtual Citizens Fire Academy Class

Village Board

The Village Board will consider land use requests for a new municipal parking lot and development at 700 Oakmont Lane. The meeting also includes a proposal to split the Public Safety Committee into separate Fire and Police committees. Additionally, purchase orders totaling $331,549.00 are up for review.

• Construction of a municipal parking lot at 25, 29, and 33 North Lincoln Street
• Zoning variances and subdivision for 700 Oakmont Lane
• $307,549.00 purchase order to Municipal Emergency Services Inc
• Restructuring the Public Safety Committee into Fire and Police committees
• Fence height variance at 428 South Cass Avenue

z - Retired - Public Information Committee

The committee will discuss upcoming 2021 events for public agencies, organizations, and other groups. The agenda also includes discussion regarding the 100th anniversary. This meeting is held virtually via electronic attendance only.

• Discussion of 2021 events for public agencies, organizations, and others
• Discussion regarding the 100th anniversary

The Public Information Committee discussed the status of 2021 community events, noting that the Village cannot issue permits for events using public property or resources as long as state COVID-19 orders prohibit gatherings. They also reviewed ongoing 100th Anniversary projects and heard updates from local agencies and organizations. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:28 AM (voice vote)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct oral interviews of sergeant promotion candidates. No new business is listed. The board may enter executive session for personnel or legal discussions, but all votes will be in open session.

• Oral interviews for sergeant promotion candidates
• Special meeting at Westmont Police Department
• COVID-19 safety rules in effect

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting solely to conduct oral interviews of five sergeant promotion candidates. No decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the interviews.

• Conducted oral interviews of 5 sergeant promotion candidates
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review the status of oral interviews for probationary police candidates and sergeant promotion candidates. The meeting includes a forum for updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs regarding department status. The Board may also authorize outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion processes.

• Review of entry-level Probationary Police Candidates oral interview process and scheduling
• Review of Sergeant Promotion List Candidates oral interview process and schedule
• Review of Sergeant Promotion List Candidate Assessment Center test scores
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion processes

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved a $3,903 payment to I/O Solutions for entry-level recruitment and testing, and accepted minutes from three prior meetings. They also scheduled oral interviews for police candidates and sergeant promotion candidates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $3,903 payment to I/O Solutions for entry-level recruitment and testing (3-0)
• Accepted December 16, 2020 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted January 14, 2021 special meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted January 15, 2021 special meeting minutes (3-0)
• Scheduled six oral interviews for probationary police candidates on January 30 and February 6, 2021
• Scheduled sergeant promotion oral interviews for January 26 and 28, 2021

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Board will review quarterly investment reports and monthly financial statements. Agenda items include approving annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners and processing retirement applications.

• Approval of annual Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs) for pensioners
• Processing of retirement benefits for Leonard Gabreleski and Bonnie Metta
• Review of quarterly investment report from Graystone Consulting
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and expenses
• Resignation of officer Nicholas Glynn

Westmont First Committee

The Westmont First Committee is holding a virtual meeting to discuss community matters. The agenda includes updates on the village's 100th anniversary and the census, as well as new business on supporting the business community and outreach from the Shedd Aquarium. Public comments are accepted via an online form or by phone.

• 100th Anniversary Update
• Census Update
• Business Community Support
• Shedd Aquarium Outreach
• Public Comment period

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will review several police personnel matters. This includes monitoring testing for 14 officers for the 2021 Sergeant Promotion Eligibility List and preparing for oral interviews for probationary patrol officers. The Board will also deliberate on candidates to fill a Sergeant vacancy.

• Monitoring Assessment Center testing for 14 qualified Westmont Police Officers
• Reviewing names on the Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List for upcoming oral interviews
• Deliberating qualifications of three candidates to fill a Sergeant vacancy

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will monitor sergeant testing and review eligibility lists for patrol officers. The meeting also includes updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs.

• Monitoring Assessment Center testing for 14 qualified Westmont Police Officers
• Reviewing names on the Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List for upcoming oral interviews
• Deliberating qualifications of three candidates to fill a Sergeant vacancy

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners unanimously approved advancing Officer Mantooth to fill the Sergeant vacancy from the final Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List, effective January 23, 2018. The board also monitored an assessment center testing process for 10 qualified officers to establish a new 2021 Initial Sergeant Promotion Eligibility List. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved advancement of Officer Mantooth to Sergeant vacancy (3-0)
• Monitored assessment center testing for 10 officers for 2021 Sergeant list

Administration and Finance Committee

The Westmont Administration and Finance Committee is meeting in a hybrid format to consider hotel/motel tax grants and planning for 2021 special events. The agenda also includes approval of the November 19, 2020 meeting minutes and reports from village staff. Public comments can be submitted online or by phone.

• Hotel/Motel Tax Grants
• 2021 Special Event Planning
• Approval of November 19, 2020 meeting minutes
• Hybrid meeting with electronic and in-person attendance

The Administration and Finance Committee discussed hotel/motel tax grant requests totaling $201,500, with no objections raised. They also discussed tentative 2021 special event planning and reviewed staff reports, but no formal votes were taken on these items. The only formal action was approval of the November 19, 2020 meeting minutes.

• Approved November 19, 2020 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Discussed hotel/motel tax grants; no formal vote, no objections
• Discussed tentative 2021 special event planning; no formal action
• Reviewed staff reports on fire truck purchase, budget, and other items; no formal action

Village Board

The Village Board will consider ordinances for the voluntary annexation of 356 W 65th Street and 3901 Adams Street. The meeting also includes votes on several purchase orders totaling $766,264.02. These items include equipment replacements and county contributions.

• Annexation of 356 W 65th Street to R-1 Residential District
• Annexation of 3901 Adams Street for stormwater management
• $662,608.00 purchase order for fire pumper truck replacement
• $39,217.05 DuPage County contribution
• $39,208.97 purchase order for command staff vehicle

The Village Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the December 17, 2020 meeting minutes, a finance ordinance of $3,724,814.91, and purchase orders totaling $766,264.02. The board also approved voluntary annexations for properties at 356 W 65th Street and 3901 Adams Street, all by unanimous votes. The meeting included reports on COVID-19 statistics and community updates, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance and purchase orders (6-0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of 356 W 65th Street (6-0)
• Approved voluntary annexation of 3901 Adams Street (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (6-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene from executive session (6-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 13, 2021, at 7:00 PM, in a blended remote/in-person format. The commission will consider a zoning variance for a 6-foot solid fence at 428 S. Cass Ave., a site and landscape plan amendment for a redevelopment at 700 Oakmont Ln., and multiple zoning variances for shared parking, stormwater detention, and parking setbacks at the same Oakmont property. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes, an open forum, and a discussion of proposed text amendments.

• Zoning variance for 6' solid fence at 428 S. Cass Ave. (PZC 132-2020)
• Site and landscape plan amendment for redevelopment at 700 Oakmont Ln. (PZC 141-2020)
• Six zoning variances for shared parking, stormwater, and setbacks at 700 Oakmont Ln. (PZC 43-2020)
• Approval of December 9, 2020 meeting minutes
• Discussion of proposed text amendments and general updates

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a zoning variance for a 6-foot solid fence at 428 S. Cass Ave., with a compromise to lower the height to 5 feet. The commission also recommended approval of a site and landscape plan amendment and six variances for the Ryan Companies property at 700 Oakmont Lane. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended approval of 6-ft fence variance at 428 S. Cass Ave. (6-1, Carmichael no)
• Recommended approval of site and landscape plan amendment at 700 Oakmont Ln. (7-0)
• Recommended approval of 6 variances for shared parking, stormwater, and setbacks at 700 Oakmont Ln. (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec. 9, 2020 meeting (voice vote)

z - Retired - Sister City Committee

The committee will review the 2021 goals and events for the Sister City program. The meeting also includes a current budget update and a recommendation for the 2021-2022 budget.

• 2021 Goals and Events
• 2021-2022 Budget Recommendation & Current Budget Update

z - Retired - Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee

The Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee will meet to review anniversary updates and the committee budget. The agenda also includes discussion of member assignments and action items.

• Anniversary Committee Updates
• Anniversary Committee Budget
• Committee Member Assignments / Action Items

The Westmont 100th Anniversary Committee met electronically and approved the previous meeting's minutes unanimously. Members discussed progress on several anniversary projects, including a logo for decals, a historical mural, a trivia challenge with 127 participants, and a commemorative license plate program. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were updates and discussions. The next meeting was scheduled for February 4, 2021.

• Approved previous meeting minutes unanimously by voice vote
• Discussed final logo versions and decal placement for village vehicles and buildings
• Reported 127 residents signed up for the 100th Anniversary Trivia Challenge
• Discussed criteria and timing for Mayor's Centennial Legacy Awards, planned for Nov 2021
• Reviewed license plate program application; suggested display for Sept-Oct-Nov
• Reported historical booklet printed and available for purchase at $17 with membership deal
• Discussed creating a Hide The Fire Truck Scavenger Hunt for fire prevention week in Oct
• Discussed creating a 100th Anniversary brew with Whiskey Hill Brewing Co.

Environmental Improvement Committee

The Westmont Environmental Improvement Committee is meeting to discuss environmental initiatives, including a recap of a community solar presentation, a lighting/dark skies ordinance, a village composting program, a 'No Mow' initiative, and heritage trees. They will also consider new business on St. Joseph Creek and waste management. The meeting is open to the public for comments.

• Recap on community solar for residents from MMC 12/15/20
• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance
• Village Composting Program
• 'No Mow' Initiative
• St. Joseph Creek and Waste Management

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

This document provides the 2021 regular meeting dates for the Westmont Fire Pension Board. The agenda contains only procedural information regarding the annual meeting calendar.

z - Retired - Public Information Committee

This document provides the 2021 regular meeting schedule for the Westmont Public Information Committee. Meetings are scheduled for January 27, April 28, and August 25 at 10:00 a.m. The committee intends to record meetings that feature organizations promoting upcoming events and programs.

• Scheduled meeting dates for January 27, April 28, and August 25
• Meetings held at Westmont Village Hall, 31 W. Quincy Street

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

This document provides the 2021 regular meeting schedule for the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. The agenda contains only procedural information regarding monthly meeting dates and locations.

Administration and Finance Committee

This document provides the 2021 regular meeting dates for various Village of Westmont committees and the Board of Trustees. It also notes that the Economic Development Committee has no meetings scheduled for the year.

• Schedule of 2021 meeting dates for several village committees
• Notice of no scheduled meetings for the Economic Development Committee

Community Development Committee

This document outlines the 2021 schedule for Code Adjudication Hearings at Westmont Village Hall. It notes that three meetings—January 17, January 20, and April 21—have been cancelled in advance.

• 2021 Code Adjudication Hearing Schedule
• Notice of cancelled meetings for Jan 17, Jan 20, and April 21

Community Development Committee

This document consists of procedural boilerplate regarding the 2021 meeting schedule for Westmont committees. It lists regular meeting dates for several standing committees throughout the year. No specific legislative or administrative items are listed for discussion.

• The document contains only the annual meeting schedule and no specific agenda items.

Public Safety Committees

This document provides the 2021 administrative hearing schedule for Westmont's Public Safety Committees. The agenda contains only procedural meeting dates and times.

Public Safety Committees

This document provides the 2021 regular meeting dates for various Village of Westmont boards, commissions, and committees. It is a procedural announcement of the annual meeting calendar.

• No legislative items or specific proposals are listed in this schedule.

Public Works Committee

This document provides the regular 2021 meeting dates for various Village of Westmont boards and committees. It is a procedural schedule for standing committees including Public Works, Fire Public Safety, and Community Development. The Economic Development Committee has no meetings scheduled for 2021.

• Public Works committee meetings on March 25, June 17, September 23, and December 16
• Fire Public Safety meetings on January 28, April 22, July 15, and October 21
• Administration/Finance meetings scheduled for the second Thursday of each month
• Community Development meetings on February 25, May 20, August 26, and November 18

Environmental Improvement Committee

This document provides the regular meeting dates for the Westmont Environmental Improvement Committee for 2021. No specific agenda items or business matters are listed in this notice. Meetings are scheduled to take place at 6:00 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library.

Planning & Zoning Commission

This document provides the 2021 regular meeting dates for the Village of Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission. The notice contains only procedural scheduling information and does not list specific agenda items or proposed actions. Meetings are held at 7:00 P.M. at Westmont Village Hall.

Police Pension Board of Trustees

This document contains the 2021 regular meeting schedule for the Westmont Police Pension Board and consists only of procedural meeting date notifications. Meetings are scheduled for January, April, July, and October at Village Hall.

• Scheduled meetings for January, April, July, and October

Village Board

This document provides the regular 2021 meeting dates for the Westmont Board of Trustees and various standing committees. It outlines the scheduled times and locations for these public meetings. No specific legislative items or decisions are included in this schedule.

• Board of Trustees meetings held every two weeks on Thursdays at 6 p.m.
• Administration/Finance committee meetings held at 4:30 p.m.
• Police Public Safety committee meetings held at 9:00 a.m.
• No scheduled meetings for the Economic Development Committee in 2021

Westmont First Committee

This document provides the scheduled meeting dates for the Westmont First Committee in 2021. No specific agenda items or business topics are listed in this schedule.

• No specific business items or agenda topics are listed.

z - Retired - Sister City Committee

This document contains the 2021 regular meeting schedule for the Westmont Sister City Committee. It is a procedural document and does not list substantive items such as ordinances or contracts.