Westmont public meetings in 2022

Village Board

This agenda contains only a procedural notice regarding a meeting reschedule. The Village of Westmont Board of Trustees is amending its rotation to cancel the December 29, 2022, meeting. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be January 12, 2023.

• Cancellation of the December 29, 2022, Board of Trustees meeting

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will receive updates from police and fire department leadership during the Chief's Forum. Members will also review candidates in the academy and discuss current board rules and regulations.

• Review of candidates in the academy
• Authorization of invoices related to hiring or promotion processes
• Discussion and review of Board Rules and Regulations
• Chief's Forum updates from police and fire departments

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss the lead water service line inventory and receive updates on sidewalk replacement and stormwater projects. Reports will also cover street maintenance, water tower cleaning, and facility remediation at 423 N. Grant st.

• Lead water service line inventory
• Tree planting and pruning contracts
• South Water Tower cleaning and Liberty Park watermain updates
• 423 N. Grant st. remediation status update
• North Water Tower zoning variance

The provided minutes consist of encoded text and procedural fragments. No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded in the document.

Village Board

The Village Board will review ordinances regarding video gaming licenses and zoning in the B-1 and B-2 districts. They will also consider an economic development agreement for redevelopment on South Cass Avenue. Additionally, the board will review purchase orders totaling $398,693.85.

• Video gaming liquor license and zoning amendments
• Economic development incentive for 6104-6154 South Cass Avenue
• Purchase order for Axon Enterprises, Inc. ($89,112.24)
• Purchase order for T.Y. Lin International Great Lakes Inc. ($129,146.00)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with DuPage County for fire department radios

The Village Board approved a consent agenda totaling $2,325,642.78 in finance ordinances and purchase orders. The Board also passed ordinances regarding medical office site plans, video gaming liquor licenses, and a fire department radio system agreement.

• Approved consent agenda including $1.9M finance ordinance and $398,693.85 in purchase orders (5-0)
• Approved amended site and landscaping plan for medical office at 6320 South Cass Avenue (5-0)
• Approved economic development agreement for blighted building removal at 6104-6154 South Cass (5-0)
• Approved liquor license amendments for video gaming establishments (5-0)
• Approved zoning amendments removing video gaming cafes/accessory uses from B-1 and B-2 districts (5-0)
• Approved modification to 2021 International Building Code regarding fire resistance ratings (5-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with DuPage County for Fire Department radio system (5-0)
• Approved Electric Supply Agreement for municipal electricity purchase (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider requests for a beauty parlor at 124 North Cass Avenue and an amended site plan for a medical clinic at 6320 South Cass Avenue. The commission will also review proposed amendments to remove video gaming from certain business district uses.

• Special Use Permit request for a beauty parlor at 124 North Cass Avenue
• Amended Site and Landscaping Plan for a medical clinic at 6320 South Cass Avenue
• Zoning Ordinance text amendments regarding video gaming in B-1 and B-2 districts

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended several zoning changes and permits to the Village Board of Trustees, including restrictions on video gaming. The commission also recommended approvals for a new beauty parlor and an amended medical clinic site plan.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for beauty parlor at 124 North Cass Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of amended Site and Landscaping Plan for medical clinic at 6320 South Cass Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended removing video gaming cafes as a special use in the B-2 General Business District (6-0)
• Recommended removing video gaming as a permitted accessory use in the B-1 Limited Business District (4-2)
• Approved minutes from October 12, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Fire Pension Board of Trustees will meet to discuss new business, including the acceptance of an actuarial report and a municipal funding request. The board will also review investment reports and approve meeting dates for 2023.

• Acceptance of actuarial report
• Municipal Funding Request
• Approval of IDOI Report
• Review of investment reports

Environmental Improvement Committee

The Environmental Improvement Committee will review reports regarding various recycling initiatives and contests. The meeting also includes a discussion of recommended subsidy programs for 2023.

• Approval of minutes from the previous two meetings
• Reports on electronics, holiday lights, and dark sky recycling programs
• Discussion of 2023 EIC Recommended Subsidy Programs

The committee approved a clarification amendment to an RFP recommendation document. Members discussed 2023 goals including Dark Sky lighting and native plant initiatives, and reviewed a presentation from Flat Can Recycling.

• Approved October minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to original RFP recommendation document (unanimous)
• Approved adding Flat Can to Jan. 21 Recycling Event for aerosol cans, car seats, paint, and batteries

Public Safety Committees

The committee will review several public safety updates including new ETSB radio upgrades and EMS equipment. The agenda also includes discussions regarding staffing, the retention of the EMS Coordinator position, and Lynn Dralle's retirement announcement.

• New ETSB Radio upgrades
• Retaining of EMS Coordinator position
• EMS-LUCAS Device update
• Updates on new ambulance and vehicles
• IBC/Code Amendment update

The Village Board decided that the owner of 41 Cass Avenue must install a fire suppression sprinkler system per ordinance. The committee also approved the September 8, 2022, meeting minutes. Various fire department updates were presented regarding equipment, staffing, and upcoming evaluations.

• Required owner of 41 Cass Avenue to install fire suppression sprinkler system
• Approved September 8, 2022, Public Safety Committee Minutes (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will hold public hearings regarding property tax levies for the Village and Special Service Area 2. The Board will also consider ordinances for an accounting services agreement and a police department grant for LPR cameras. Additionally, several purchase orders totaling over $832,000 are up for approval.

• Adoption of $10,014,832 property tax levy for the Village of Westmont
• Adoption of $103,801 property tax levy for Special Service Area 2
• $37,500 grant agreement for police LPR cameras
• Purchase orders totaling $832,626.35 including engineering and utility services
• Ordinance to abate taxes for various General Obligation Bonds

The Village Board approved the 2022 tax levy for the Village and Special Service Area 2. The board also authorized over $2.2 million in spending via a consent agenda and approved a grant for police LPR cameras.

• Adopted 2022 tax levy for the Village of Westmont in the amount of $10,014,832 (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 tax levy for Special Service Area 2 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda totaling $2,205,507.73, including Finance Ordinance #16 and various purchase orders (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Lauterbach & Amen for accounting services (6-0)
• Approved grant agreement with National White Collar Crime Center for LPR cameras (6-0)
• Approved ordinance abating 2022 taxes for specific General Obligation Bonds (6-0)
• Approved corrected minutes from November 17, 2022 (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners scheduled a special meeting for November 21, 2022. The agenda includes reviewing and deliberating background reports for candidates. The board may enter executive session to discuss personnel or legal matters.

• Review and deliberation of candidate background reports

Westmont First Committee

The Westmont First Committee will discuss the Westmont Mural & Art Program and a busking initiative. The agenda also includes reports from the Chair and Staff Liaison.

• Westmont Mural & Art Program
• Busking Initiative

Liquor Commission

The Westmont Liquor Commissioner and Mayor will hold public hearings regarding state and local law violations by several liquor licensees. The agenda includes hearings for businesses such as Aldi, Jewel Osco, and TOLA. One hearing specifically addresses building and permit issues for Fremont Grill.

• Liquor license violation hearings for various businesses including Aldi, Jewel Osco, Hilton, Las Palmas, Marianos, Papa Passero’s, Pappadeaux, Prestige Liquors, Tapatio, and TOLA
• Hearing regarding building and permit issues for Fremont Grill

Administration and Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will discuss short-term budget priorities and provide an update on the fire testing process. The body will also review a busking initiative.

• Review of Short-term Budget Priorities
• Fire Testing Process Update
• Busking Initiative

Village Board

The Village Board approved a consent agenda totaling $2,800,794.80 in finance ordinances and purchase orders. The Board also authorized agreements for a compensation study, a cell antenna license, and a debt recovery program.

• Approved consent agenda including Finance Ordinance #15 and purchase orders totaling $2,800,794.80 (6-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with the Illinois Office of the Comptroller for Local Debt Recovery Program (6-0)
• Approved Site License Agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC for antenna facilities at 205 West 63rd Street (6-0)
• Approved contract with Pontifex Consulting Group, LLC for a Classification and Compensation Study (6-0)
• Approved settlement agreement in DuPage County Case No. 22 CH 00138, Village of Westmont v. Mulhern (6-0)
• Approved corrected minutes from November 3, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review candidate results from the April 12, 2022, Patrol Officer Eligibility List. The meeting includes authorization of outstanding invoices related to the hiring or promotion process. Additionally, the Police and Fire Chiefs may provide updates on department status.

• Review of Patrol Officer Eligibility List candidate results
• Authorization of outstanding invoices for hiring or promotion processes
• Chiefs' Forum updates regarding police and fire department status

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review and deliberate on the background reports of candidates. The board may also enter executive session for personnel or legal matters as needed.

• Review and deliberation of candidate background reports

Public Works Committee

The Village of Westmont is notifying the public of a Preliminary Environmental Impacts Determination regarding the Elevated Water Storage Tank Project. The project involves constructing a 1 million gallon elevated water spheroid type storage tank and associated improvements to increase capacity. A public hearing is scheduled for November 10, 2022.

• Construction of a 1 million gallon elevated water spheroid type storage tank
• Installation of water main and associated improvements
• Public hearing on November 10, 2022, at 6:00 pm

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for November 9, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 14, 2022.

Environmental Improvement Committee

The Environmental Improvement Committee will review meeting minutes and hear several committee reports. These include a recap of pumpkin smashing and composting events, along with an update on the recycling contest.

• Pumpkin Smash & Composting Events Recap
• Recycling Contest Update
• Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Report

No official actions or votes were taken because the committee lacked a quorum. Members discussed 2023 goals including the Dark Skies initiative, SolSmart Silver Status, and the rain barrel program. The meeting included recaps of recent pumpkin composting and pumpkin smash events.

• No official actions or votes taken due to lack of quorum

Community Development Committee

The committee will meet to review reports from planning and zoning, permitting, and code enforcement. No specific ordinances or contracts are listed for decision.

• Planning and Zoning Report
• Permitting Report
• Code Enforcement Report

The committee discussed the status of a downtown incentive program and a pending zoning ordinance rewrite. Members debated whether to keep or eliminate local fire rating amendments in the building code, with a final decision deferred to a December meeting. No substantive votes were taken other than the approval of previous minutes.

• Approved minutes from August 11, 2022 Regular Meeting

Village Board

The Westmont Village Board is considering a proposed 6.97% increase to the aggregate tax levy. The agenda includes street closures for the Holly Days festival and several business development permits. The board will also review engineering agreements for roadway and stormwater improvements.

• Proposed aggregate tax levy increase of 6.97%
• Street closures on Cass Avenue and West Quincy Street for Holly Days
• Engineering agreement for Traube Avenue roadway and stormwater improvements ($122,180)
• Ordinance amending penalties for tobacco and alcohol violations
• B-1 development permit for a photography studio at 110 South Cass Avenue

The Village Board terminated multiple economic and real estate agreements with Westmont Apartments LLC for the 1 N. Cass Avenue development. The board also approved several engineering contracts for infrastructure and updated building and fire codes.

• Terminated development and real estate agreements for 1 N. Cass Avenue (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,586,825.89 in finance ordinances and purchase orders (5-0)
• Approved B-1 Development Permit for My First Debut photography studio at 110 S. Cass Ave (5-0)
• Approved Special Use and B-1 permits for Citywide Home Health at 210 N. Cass Ave (5-0)
• Approved lot consolidation and variance for Fritz Werley Park at 490 N. Warwick Ave (5-0)
• Increased Class 4 liquor licenses for Taste Greek Street Food (5-0)
• Authorized engineering agreements with Primera Engineering and TY Lin for various road and pedestrian projects (5-0)
• Adopted ICC 2021 Model Codes with local amendments (5-0)

z - Retired - Public Information Committee

The committee will discuss community event permit request forms and provide an update on the Westmont Community Mural Program and Busking Initiative. The meeting also includes a review of the 2022 events calendar for village departments, public agencies, and community organizations.

• Community Events Permit Request Forms
• Westmont Community Mural Program & Busking Initiative Update
• Review of 2022 Events & Calendar

Public Safety Committees

The committee will review department awards, staffing updates, and side street patrol data. The agenda also includes discussions regarding grants and the SAFE-T Act.

• Approval of July 28, 2022 minutes
• Side Street Patrol Data update
• Staffing Update
• Grants discussion
• SAFE-T Act discussion

Village Board

The Village Board will consider several ordinances, including a development permit for offices at 21 North Cass Avenue and an agreement with Brycer, LLC for fire protection tracking. The board will also review bid awards for new gateway signs and tree pruning services. Additionally, they will discuss a third amendment to the Quincy Station economic development agreement.

• B-1 Development Permit for Capital Shield Services and Electrical at 21 North Cass Avenue
• $188,764.45 contract award to Vixen Construction Inc. for gateway signs
• $69,941.00 contract award to Winkler Services LLC for tree pruning
• Third Amendment to Economic Development Agreement for Quincy Station at 1 W. Quincy Street
• Purchase orders totaling $136,311.00 for SIKICH LLP and Baxter & Woodman, Inc.

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including a $2,269,767.57 finance ordinance and $136,311 in purchase orders, totaling $2,506,078.57. They also approved a B-1 permit for Capital Shield Services at 21 N. Cass Avenue, a contract with Brycer, LLC for fire protection monitoring, and bid awards for gateway signs and cyclic tree pruning. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved consent agenda including $2,269,767.57 finance ordinance and $136,311 in purchase orders (6-0)
• Approved B-1 development permit for Capital Shield Services at 21 N. Cass Avenue (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Brycer, LLC for web-based fire protection inspection tracking (6-0)
• Awarded bid to Vixen Construction Inc. for Cass Avenue and Ogden Avenue gateway signs (6-0)
• Awarded bid to Winkler Services LLC for cyclic parkway tree pruning in north areas (6-0)
• Approved third amendment to economic development agreement for Quincy Station project at 1 W. Quincy Street (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review results from the April 12, 2022, probationary patrol officer eligibility list and background reports. The meeting also includes authorization for outstanding invoices related to the hiring or promotion process.

• Review of Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List results
• Review of Candidate Status Background reports
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to discuss financial reports and membership applications. The agenda includes reviewing the actuarial valuation, tax levy request, and cash management policy. The board will also process retirement benefits and service transfers.

• Review/Approve Actuarial Valuation & Tax Levy Request
• Discussion/Possible Action on Cash Management Policy
• Approval of contribution refund for Nicholas Glynn
• Processing of surviving spouse benefits for Marie Johnson
• Discussion regarding Cyber Essentials Coverage

Westmont First Committee

The committee will review the 2023 meeting schedule and receive reports from the Chair and Staff Liaison. Discussion includes updates on the Westmont Mural & Art Program and the Busking Initiative.

• Westmont Mural & Art Program update
• Busking Initiative discussion
• 2023 meeting schedule review

The committee unanimously approved the Westmont Community Mural Program with additional recommendations. The busking initiative was discussed and will be presented to the Village Board. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Westmont Community Mural Program as outlined with additional recommendations (unanimous voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a special use permit for an office at 210 North Cass Avenue. They will also review a request from the Westmont Park District to consolidate five lots into one near Fritz Werley Park. This includes a variance request regarding land improvement requirements.

• Special Use Permit for an office at 210 North Cass Avenue, Units A&B
• Lot consolidation of five properties including 490 North Warwick Avenue
• Variance request regarding land improvement requirements

The Commission voted to recommend approval of a Special Use Permit for a home health office at 210 N Cass Ave, Units A&B, and approved a preliminary plat of subdivision and variance for the Westmont Park District to consolidate five lots at Fritz Werley Park. Both recommendations will go to the Village Board of Trustees for final action.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for home health office at 210 N Cass Ave, Units A&B (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary Plat of Subdivision to consolidate five lots into one at 490 N Warwick Ave (Fritz Werley Park) (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Land Development Ordinance Variance for relief from installation and cash-in-lieu of land improvements at Fritz Werley Park (7-0)
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2022 regular meeting (6-0, 1 abstention)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss ongoing business. The primary agenda item is a review of available polygraph tests.

• Review of available Polygraph Test

Administration and Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will meet to review financial reports and specific local programs. The body is discussing incentives for the Central Business District TIF and an amendment for 1 W Quincy.

• CBD TIF Incentive Program
• 1 W Quincy Amendment
• August 2022 Financial Report
• Video Gaming Review
• Places for Eating Review

Village Board

The Village Board will consider rezoning and planned development requests for the Holy Trinity Parish Center at 111 South Cass Avenue. The agenda also includes an engineering agreement for a water storage tank project and property transfers to the Westmont Park District. Additionally, the board will review purchase orders totaling over $190,000.

• Rezoning and planned development for Holy Trinity Parish Center at 111 S Cass Ave
• $95,700 engineering agreement for North Elevated Water Storage Tank Project
• Transfer of 412-417 N Warwick Avenue to Westmont Park District
• Grant request up to $25,000 for FMC Natatorium bleachers
• Purchase orders totaling $190,930.21

The Village Board approved a block vote of 14 items for the Holy Trinity Catholic Parish, including rezoning, special use permits, variances, and a planned development overlay for properties at 111 S. Cass Ave. and nearby lots. The board also approved a $25,000 Hotel/Motel Grant to FMC Natatorium, transferred five Warwick Avenue properties to the Westmont Park District, and authorized Phase II engineering for the North Elevated Water Storage Tank. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one trustee absent.

• Approved Holy Trinity Parish Center Planned Development (14 items as block vote, 5-0)
• Awarded $25,000 Hotel/Motel Grant to FMC Natatorium (5-0)
• Transferred 412-417 N. Warwick Ave. properties to Westmont Park District (5-0)
• Authorized Phase II engineering agreement with Baxter & Woodman for North Water Tower (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Administrative Code Hearing System for tax violations (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,121,235.48 in finance ordinance and purchase orders (5-0)
• Proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month (5-0)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will review recommendations for the Recycling/Waste Hauling RFP. The agenda also includes updates on the Styrofoam Ban, Dark Sky Initiative, and upcoming community pumpkin events.

• Recycling/Waste Hauling RFP recommendations
• Dark Sky Initiative and Dark Skies Contest
• Styrofoam Ban discussion
• Pumpkin Smash and Pumpkin Composting events
• Richmond Education Gardens & Apiary report

The Environmental Improvement Committee approved its recycling/waste hauling RFP recommendations and approved up to $500 for certifying five new Monarch Waystations. The committee also discussed upcoming events, including a pumpkin smash and composting event, and heard reports on regional greenhouse gas data and state legislation. No public comments were made.

• Approved EIC RFP recommendations for recycling/waste hauling (voice vote)
• Approved up to $500 for certification of 5 new Monarch Waystations (voice vote)
• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes until next meeting
• Assigned action item for Stanulis to contact co-author of styrofoam ban bill
• Assigned action item for McIntyre to connect with DuPage County re: special HHW collection events

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct an oral interview for an entry-level probationary police officer candidate.

• Oral interview of entry-level probationary police officer candidate

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

Public Works Committee

The Westmont Public Works Committee will discuss staffing updates and progress on capital improvement projects. The meeting also includes reviews of sidewalk replacement projects and reports from various divisions.

• PW Staffing Updates
• Capital Improvement Project Updates
• Sidewalk Replacement Projects

The Public Works Committee reviewed several infrastructure items including water main replacement projects and street improvements. No final votes were taken; the meeting was primarily a discussion and review session.

• Reviewed water main replacement project plans
• Discussed street improvement project status
• No formal votes or approvals recorded

Village Board

The Village Board will review over $2.5 million in total purchase orders, including a contract with R.W. Dunteman Company. The board is also considering an engineering agreement for the East Des Moines Street and Richmond Avenue Water Main Project. Other items include declaring dispatch center equipment as surplus property and approving travel expenses.

• Purchase order for R.W. Dunteman Company: $2,315,059.93
• Engineering agreement for East Des Moines Street & Richmond Avenue Water Main: up to $99,250.00
• Purchase order for Primera Engineers, Ltd.: $204,693.50
• Ordinance declaring dispatch center equipment as surplus property
• Travel expense reimbursement waiver for Deputy Chief O'Hare

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including $2,519,753.43 in purchase orders and a $1,608,386.13 finance ordinance, totaling $4,128,139.56. They also authorized an engineering agreement with Baxter & Woodman for the East Des Moines Street and Richmond Avenue Water Main Project, declared surplus dispatch center equipment, and waived a travel expense reimbursement limit for the Fire Chief. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one trustee absent.

• Approved consent agenda including $2,519,753.43 in purchase orders and $1,608,386.13 finance ordinance (5-0)
• Authorized engineering agreement with Baxter & Woodman for East Des Moines Street & Richmond Avenue Water Main Project (5-0)
• Declared outdated/unusable dispatch center equipment as surplus property (5-0)
• Waived FY 2022-23 expense reimbursement limit of $3,000 to authorize overage not to exceed $1,200 for Deputy Chief O’Hare's travel (5-0)
• Proclaimed October 3-9, 2022 as Fire Prevention Week (5-0)
• Proclaimed October 22 as Westmont Arts DuPage Month (5-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will receive updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs regarding department status. The meeting also includes reviews of probationary officers and candidates for a Sergeant vacancy.

• Review of Probationary Officers status
• Review of candidates for Sergeant vacancy
• Review of oral interviews scheduled for September 24, 2022
• Chief's Forum updates on Police and Fire Departments

Westmont First Committee

The special meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for Monday, September 19, 2022, has been canceled.

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Fire Pension Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on September 14, 2022. The board intends to consider appointing Jamie Cunningham as an Account Representative Authorized Agent.

• Appointment of Jamie Cunningham as an Account Representative Authorized Agent

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing a request from The Diocese of Joliet regarding the Holy Trinity Catholic Parish campus. The proposal includes rezoning several properties to an R-4 General Residence District and establishing a Planned Development Overlay District. It also involves special use permits for a religious institution, electronic signs, and an off-site parking lot.

• Rezoning of 111 South Cass Avenue and related properties to R-4 General Residence District
• Special Use Permit request for a Religious Institution
• Special Use Permit for two electronic message board signs
• Request to establish a Planned Development Overlay District
• Special Use Permit for an off-site parking lot at 137 South Cass Avenue

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously (6-0, with one commissioner absent) to recommend approval of a comprehensive rezoning, special use permits, variances, and site plans for the Holy Trinity Catholic Parish campus and off-site parking lot. The recommendation goes to the Village Board of Trustees for final action.

• Approved map amendment to rezone main campus to R-4 (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for religious institution (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for two electronic message board signs (6-0)
• Approved variances for existing nonconforming building encroachments (6-0)
• Approved variance for new parish center rear yard encroachment (6-0)
• Approved variance to increase detached garage size and depth (6-0, Barry dissenting)
• Approved preliminary plat of subdivision to consolidate multiple lots (6-0)
• Approved site and landscaping plans for campus and parking lot (6-0)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will review recommendations for the Recycling/Waste Hauling RFP. The agenda includes discussions regarding a Styrofoam Ban and the Dark Sky Initiative. Additionally, reports on the Richmond Education Gardens & Apiary will be presented.

• Recycling/Waste Hauling RFP recommendations
• Styrofoam Ban discussion
• Dark Sky Initiative and contest
• Richmond Education Gardens & Apiary report
• Green Business Program

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Fire Pension Board of Trustees will review the treasurer's report and vendor payments. The board is also scheduled to discuss a Post Consolidation Services Contract with Sawyer Falduto Asset Management LLC.

• Post Consolidation Services Contract with Sawyer Falduto Asset Management LLC
• Review of investment policy and asset allocation targets
• Approval of June 10, 2022, meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report and vendor payments

Public Safety Committees

The committee will discuss fire department updates including staffing, new vehicles, and EMS equipment. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Audi dealership fire.

• Audi Dealership Fire
• EMS LUCAS Device update
• Updates on Engine 181 and Squad 183
• Staffing and new vehicle updates
• Approval of June 2, 2022 minutes

The Public Safety Committee reviewed a digital recap of the August 3, 2022 fire at the Audi dealership (276 E. Ogden) and discussed the importance of fire suppression sprinklers. The committee also received updates on the upcoming ISO evaluation (December 5, 2022), a new compliance engine (Brycer) for inspection tracking, proposed code amendments for fire ratings, and plans to purchase LUCAS devices for EMS. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved June 2, 2022 Public Safety Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Audi dealership fire recap and sprinkler system importance
• Heard ISO evaluation scheduled for December 5, 2022
• Reviewed Brycer compliance engine for fire inspection tracking (no cost to village)
• Presented proposed code amendments for fire resistance ratings
• Agreed to move forward with purchasing 2-3 LUCAS devices in budget
• Noted new ambulance expected November 2022, another ordered for 2024
• Heard staffing update: 63 members, 6 new cadets onboarding September 14

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a major contract award for the Quincy Streetscape Project and engineering services for its third phase. The agenda also includes liquor license adjustments, community event permits, and various village proclamations.

• Awarding a $2,315,059.63 bid to R.W. Dunteman, Co. for the Quincy Streetscape Project
• Approving a $204,693.50 engineering agreement with Primera Engineering for Phase 3 of the Quincy Streetscape Project
• Ordinance to reduce available Class 1 and Class 23 liquor licenses following a forfeiture
• B-1 Development Permit for Lynn Architects at 8 North Cass Avenue
• Purchase orders totaling $70,680.00 for construction and technology services

The Village Board approved several items including awarding the Quincy Streetscape project bid to R.W. Dunteman Company and an engineering agreement with Primera Engineering for Phase 3. The board also reduced and increased Class 1 liquor licenses, approved a temporary liquor license for Suburbanite Bowl, and authorized an agreement for a commercial film shoot with Radical Media. All votes were unanimous 6-0.

• Awarded Quincy Streetscape bid to R.W. Dunteman Company (6-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Primera Engineering for Quincy Streetscape Phase 3 (6-0)
• Reduced Class 1 and Class 23 liquor licenses by one each due to forfeiture (6-0)
• Increased Class 1 liquor licenses by one for Mrs. T's Pizza & Pub (6-0)
• Approved temporary Class 14 liquor license for Suburbanite Bowl (6-0)
• Approved B-1 Development Permit for Lynn Architects at 8 N. Cass Avenue (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Radical Media for commercial film shoot (6-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with DuPage County for interoperable radio system (6-0)

z - Retired - Sister City Committee

The Village of Westmont has canceled the regular meeting of the Sister City Committee scheduled for Wednesday, September 7, 2022. Any changes will be published on the Village website.

Administration and Finance Committee

The committee will meet to discuss new business items including a community art program and the warning siren system. The body will also review Section 2-33 regarding Committees of the Board.

• Community Art & Mural Program
• Review of Section 2-33 Committees of the Board
• Warning Siren System

Village Board

The Westmont Village Board will consider purchase orders totaling over $3.4 million for sewer construction and road resurfacing projects. The agenda also includes a zoning text amendment for the office/research district and a lease renewal for Maercker School District No. 60. Additionally, the board will review an ordinance to establish a new Mural Program.

• $1,658,781.00 purchase order for East Des Moines Watermain construction
• $1,671,981.18 purchase order for 2022 MFT Resurfacing Project
• B-1 Development Permit for Saxton Dance Shoppe at 37B West Quincy Street
• Zoning Ordinance text amendment for the office/research district
• Ordinance approving a new Mural Program

The Village Board approved a consent agenda totaling $5,179,140.14, including a finance ordinance and purchase orders for sewer and asphalt work. A B-1 permit for Saxton Dance Shoppe and a zoning text amendment for office/research district accessory uses were also approved. The board voted to indefinitely postpone a mural program ordinance pending further review.

• Approved consent agenda with $5,179,140.14 in spending (6-0)
• Approved B-1 permit for Saxton Dance Shoppe at 37B West Quincy Street (6-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment for accessory uses in office/research district (6-0)
• Approved lease amendment and renewal with Maercker School District No. 60 (6-0)
• Postponed mural program ordinance indefinitely (6-0)
• Approved proclamation for National Payroll Week (6-0)

z - Retired - Public Information Committee

The Public Information Committee will review community events permit request forms. The committee will also discuss the 2022 events and calendar for village departments, public agencies, and community organizations.

• Community Events Permit Request Forms
• Review of 2022 Events & Calendar

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

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

• Review of available candidate reports

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review results from the April 12, 2022, probationary patrol officer eligibility list and discuss candidate status. Police and fire chiefs may also provide updates on department issues during the Chief's Forum.

• Review of Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List results
• Review of candidate status
• Scheduling of oral interviews
• Chief's Forum for police and fire department updates

Westmont First Committee

The special meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for Monday, August 15, 2022, was canceled.

Liquor Commission

The Village of Westmont will hold public hearings regarding violations of state and local laws related to the sale of tobacco. The scheduled cases involve BP locations, Speedway, and Uptown.

• Tobacco license violation hearing for BP (55th St)
• Tobacco license violation hearing for BP (Cass Ave)
• Tobacco license violation hearing for Speedway
• Tobacco license violation hearing for Uptown

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will meet to review reports on planning, zoning, permitting, and code enforcement. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from April 21, 2022.

• Planning and Zoning Report
• Permitting Report
• Code Enforcement Report

The Community Development Committee held a special meeting on August 11, 2022, but made no formal decisions. They discussed potential text amendments for accessory structures (like decks and patios), a comprehensive plan update, and possible changes to fire rating requirements and building codes. Staff sought direction on these items, but no votes were taken.

• Approved minutes from April 21, 2022 regular meeting (voice vote)
• Discussed text amendment for accessory structures; no decision
• Discussed comprehensive plan update and zoning rewrite; no decision
• Discussed fire rating code; no decision
• Discussed building code updates and waivers; no decision
• Discussed online permitting; no decision
• Adjourned at 5:57 PM (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board is considering an ordinance to amend Class 8a liquor licenses to allow craft alcoholic beverage dispensers. The board will also review a bid for the East Des Moines Water Main Improvement project and changes to traffic sign authority.

• Ordinance amending Class 8a liquor license classification
• Bid award for East Des Moines Water Main Improvement project
• Ordinance regarding stop, yield, and U-turn sign designations
• Appointment of Colleen Seisser to the Environmental Improvement Committee

The Village Board unanimously approved a consent agenda including Finance Ordinance #8 for $1,864,851.29, and separately approved a bid for the East Des Moines Water Main Improvement project, an amendment to allow brewpubs under Class 8A liquor licenses, and an amendment giving the Police Chief authority to designate stop/yield intersections and U-turn signs. The board also appointed Colleen Seisser to the Environmental Improvement Committee. Board meeting minutes were postponed to the next meeting due to a posting error.

• Approved Finance Ordinance #8 for $1,864,851.29 (unanimous)
• Awarded bid for East Des Moines Water Main Improvement project (unanimous)
• Amended Class 8A liquor license to allow craft alcoholic beverage dispensers (brewpubs) (unanimous)
• Amended Chapter 78 to give Police Chief authority to designate stop/yield intersections and U-turn signs (unanimous)
• Appointed Colleen Seisser to Environmental Improvement Committee (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of board meeting minutes to next meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a request to amend the zoning ordinance regarding accessory uses in the office/research district. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the June 8, 2022 meeting.

• Text amendment to Appendix A, Section 8.13 regarding accessory uses
• Approval of June 8, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend to the Village Board a text amendment to Appendix A, Section 8.13 of the Zoning Ordinance, which would allow accessory uses in the Office/Research District via a special use permit. The amendment includes a 25% floor area limit for accessory uses and restrictions on outdoor impacts, offensive uses, and fleet vehicles. The motion passed 4-0, with three commissioners absent. The commission also discussed updating the amendment language to clarify intent and change 'storing' to 'warehousing' before forwarding to the Village Board.

• Recommended text amendment to Appendix A, Section 8.13 for accessory uses in O/R District (4-0)
• Motion included updating amendment language to clarify intent and change 'storing' to 'warehousing'
• Approved minutes of June 08, 2022 regular meeting (voice vote, all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:03pm

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review the status of available candidate reports. No new business is scheduled for this session.

• Review status of available Candidate reports

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will hear a guest presentation from SCARCE and discuss the Dark Sky Initiative and Styrofoam Ban. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Recycling/Waste Hauling RFP.

• Recycling/Waste Hauling RFP discussion
• Styrofoam Ban report
• Dark Sky Initiative report
• Richmond Education Gardens & Apiary update

Public Safety Committees

The Police Public Safety Committee will discuss several law enforcement topics, including body worn camera presentations and staffing updates. The meeting also includes reviews of side street patrol data and crisis preparedness.

• Body Worn Camera Presentation
• FOID/Clear and Present Danger reporting
• Side Street Patrol Data
• Staffing Update
• CPA and Jr. CPA preview

The committee received updates on the upcoming Axon Body 3 body-worn camera program, including policy development, a grant application, and a planned pilot in September. Police Chief Gunther reported on FOID card revocation tracking and side street patrol statistics. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Approved May 5, 2022 Police Public Safety Committee minutes
• Received update on Axon Body 3 body-worn camera implementation plan
• Noted $80,000 grant application submitted for body-worn cameras
• Discussed FOID card revocation tracking (76 revoked since 2016)
• Reviewed side street patrol data: 93 stop sign, 78 speeding, 34 other violations
• Heard staffing update: PPO Wolfer resigned, PPO Riley hired, sergeant selection process underway

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance to increase the threshold for purchase orders requiring board approval to $25,000. The board will also review a settlement agreement in the case of Village of Westmont v. Lesner involving property dedication for alley improvements. Other items include grant requests and several purchase orders.

• Ordinance to increase purchase order approval threshold to $25,000
• Settlement agreement in Village of Westmont v. Lesner involving $5,000 payment
• $2,500 Hotel/Motel Grant for the Westmont Rotary Club
• Purchase orders totaling $198,258 for traffic control and refrigeration services

The Village Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $1,976,675.78 finance ordinance and $198,258 in purchase orders, plus a $2,500 hotel/motel grant to the Rotary Club. They also approved an ordinance raising the purchase order threshold requiring board approval to $25,000, and approved a settlement agreement in the case Village of Westmont v. Lesner. The board then moved into executive session to discuss property purchase, and adjourned.

• Approved consent agenda with finance ordinance #7 ($1,976,675.78) and purchase orders totaling $198,258 (6-0)
• Approved $2,500 Hotel/Motel Grant to Westmont Rotary Club for 2022-23 Community Event Calendar (6-0)
• Approved ordinance increasing purchase order board approval threshold to $25,000 (6-0)
• Approved settlement agreement in Village of Westmont v. Lesner (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss property purchase (6-0)
• Approved adjournment of executive session and reconvening (6-0)
• Approved final adjournment at 6:45 p.m. (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to submit conditional offers of employment. The session also includes the distribution of Chromebooks and IT support for the commission.

• Submission of conditional offers of employment
• Distribution of Chromebooks and IT support

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review polygraph results and medical examinations for candidates on the Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List. The meeting also includes a review of Chromebooks and electronic records.

• Review of polygraph results for Patrol Officer candidates
• Review of medical examinations for Patrol Officer candidates
• Review of Chromebooks and electronic records

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet on July 19, 2022, to conduct business including board officer elections and a review of the preliminary actuarial valuation. The agenda also includes discussions regarding cash management policy and cyber insurance coverage.

• Board Officer Elections
• Review of Preliminary Actuarial Valuation
• Contribution refund for Nicholas Glynn
• Trustee resignation of Craig Gomorczak
• Military service purchase for Thomas Swoboda

Administration and Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will meet to discuss several financial and operational items. The agenda includes reviews of banking, capital thresholds, and facility HVAC improvements.

• Inflationary Adjustment
• Banking
• Capital Thresholds
• Facility HVAC Improvements

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY 2022-23 Appropriations Ordinance. The agenda also includes consideration of contracts for road resurfacing, basin improvements, and license plate detection technology.

• Awarding a $1,671,981.18 contract to Schroeder Asphalt Service, Inc. for MFT Resurfacing
• Awarding a $657,500.00 contract to V3 Construction Group for 61st Street and Cumnor Road Basin Improvements
• Approving an agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for license plate detection technology
• Amending stop and yield intersections at Linden, Warwick, and Wilmette with Burlington Avenue
• Reducing available Class 2 Liquor Licenses due to the closure of Moskva Caffe LLC

The Village Board unanimously approved the FY 2022-23 appropriations ordinance totaling $123,470,300, which includes $3,471,300 for the library. The board also awarded contracts for basin improvements and road resurfacing, approved a license plate detection agreement with Flock Group, and reduced the number of available Class 2 liquor licenses by one. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved FY 2022-23 appropriations ordinance of $123,470,300 (6-0)
• Awarded $657,500 bid to V3 Construction Group for 61st Street and Cumnor Road basin improvements (6-0)
• Awarded bid to Schroeder Asphalt Service for 2022 MFT Resurfacing Project (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Flock Group for license plate detection technology (6-0)
• Reduced available Class 2 liquor licenses by one due to forfeiture by Moskva Caffe LLC (6-0)
• Approved amended B-1 Development Permit for Dr. Annie Ubatuba at 100 South Cass Avenue (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,222,163.02 in finance ordinance and purchase orders (6-0)
• Appointed John Saksa to the Police Pension Board (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Westmont Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for July 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2022.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review available polygraph results. These results pertain to the Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List dated April 12, 2022.

• Review of polygraph results from the April 12, 2022 Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance for construction engineering services related to the 61st Street and Cumnor Road Basin Improvements. The meeting also includes a consent agenda vote on several purchase orders totaling $451,526.00. These items cover various public works projects and recruitment assistance.

• Ordinance for WBK Engineering regarding 61st Street and Cumnor Road Basin Improvements ($111,896.00)
• Purchase order for Wilmette Ave Sidewalk Project ($54,720.00)
• Purchase order for Residential Alley Reconstruction between Lincoln and Grant
• Purchase order for recruitment assistance for Public Works Director ($30,000.00)
• Purchase orders for engineering services totaling $451,526.00

The Village Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including $1,170,521.23 in finance ordinance payments and $451,526.00 in purchase orders, totaling $1,622,047.23. They also approved an engineering agreement with WBK Engineering for Phase 3 construction engineering services for the 61st Street and Cumnor Road Basin Improvements. No items were removed from the consent agenda, and no unfinished business was discussed.

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance #5 for $1,170,521.23 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase orders totaling $451,526.00 (unanimous)
• Approved engineering agreement with WBK Engineering for 61st Street and Cumnor Road Basin Improvements (unanimous)

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The Public Information Committee is meeting to discuss community event permit request forms and the 2022 events and calendar for village departments, public agencies, and community organizations. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as minutes and an open forum.

• Community Events Permit Request Forms
• 2022 Events & Calendar

The Public Information Committee met on June 22, 2022, and approved the minutes from the previous meeting by voice vote. The meeting was primarily informational, with updates on upcoming community events and departmental activities. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will receive department status updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs. The meeting includes a review of candidate test results for the Patrol Officer eligibility list and authorization of invoices related to hiring or promotions.

• Review of test results for the Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to the hiring or promotion process
• Welcome new Commissioner Tom Mulhearn
• Retirement of Commissioner Vincent Musial

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

Public Works Committee

The Village of Westmont Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for June 16, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 22, 2022.

Village Board

The Village Board will consider several engineering agreements for alley reconstruction projects and a development permit for a new restaurant. The agenda also includes park district grant requests and plans for the 2022 Independence Day celebration.

• Engineering agreement for CBD Alley Reconstruction Project Section H ($67,525.00)
• Engineering agreement for Lincoln/Grant Residential Alley Reconstruction Project ($102,885.00)
• B-1 Development Permit for Dolce Restaurant and Wine Bar at 13 North Cass Avenue
• Hotel/Motel Grant awards totaling $12,500 for Westmont Park District events
• Purchase orders totaling $1,048,228.02 for various services and supplies

The Village Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a $2.78M finance ordinance, $1.05M in purchase orders, and four hotel/motel grants to the Park District. The board also approved a B-1 permit for Dolce Restaurant, an ambulance billing contract, and two engineering agreements for alley reconstruction projects. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved consent agenda including $2,778,805.33 finance ordinance and $1,048,228.02 in purchase orders (6-0)
• Awarded $2,500 hotel/motel grants to Park District for Concerts in the Park, Summer Musical, and Haunted Forest (6-0)
• Awarded $5,000 hotel/motel grant to Park District for Holly Days (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Independence Day Celebration requests including traffic plan, fireworks permit fee waiver, amplified sound permit, tent permit fee waiver, and temporary liquor license fee waiver (6-0)
• Approved B-1 Development Permit for 15W Cafe, LLC d/b/a Dolce Restaurant and Wine Bar at 13 N Cass Avenue (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Andres Medical Billing, Ltd. for Fire Department billing and collections (6-0)
• Authorized engineering agreement with Thomas Engineering for 2022 CBD Alley Reconstruction Project Section H (6-0)
• Authorized engineering agreement with Thomas Engineering for 2022 Lincoln/Grant Alley Reconstruction Project (6-0)

Westmont First Committee

The special meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for Monday, June 13, 2022, has been canceled.

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Fire Pension Board of Trustees will meet to conduct routine business, including the approval of December 10, 2021 minutes. The agenda also includes a treasurer's report and a review of investment policy and asset allocation targets.

• Approval of December 10, 2021 pension board minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Vendor payments
• Review of investment policy and asset allocation targets

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will conduct training on various zoning procedures, such as special use permits and text amendments. The meeting also includes a status update for the Willow Crest Golf Course redevelopment.

• Commissioner training on variations and special use permits
• Discussion of comprehensive plan and text amendments
• Willow Crest Golf Course redevelopment status update

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from its May 11, 2022 regular meeting. Staff reported that the Village Board voted down the Comprehensive Plan amendment for the Willow Crest Golf Course redevelopment, and the applicant has not decided whether to proceed with the original project or return with revisions. The commission also held training on entitlements, including variations, special uses, and amendments, with no formal decisions on those topics.

• Approved May 11, 2022 regular meeting minutes (voice vote, all in favor)
• Heard update: Village Board voted down Comprehensive Plan amendment for Willow Crest Golf Course redevelopment

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

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

• Review of available polygraph test results

Environmental Improvement Committee

The Environmental Improvement Committee will discuss the recycling/waste hauling RFP and provide an update on the styrofoam ban. The meeting also includes reports on dark skies, village river sweeps, and the Richmond Education Gardens & Apiary.

• Styrofoam Ban update
• Recycling/Waste Hauling RFP discussion
• Dark Skies Update
• River Sweep and Storm Drain Stenciling programs
• Richmond Education Gardens & Apiary report

Public Safety Committees

The committee will discuss the Fire Department Strategic Plan and Standards of Cover. The agenda also includes reviews of EMS call volume, medical billing contracts, and staffing updates.

• Service awards for long-term staff members
• Fire Department Strategic Plan and Standards of Cover
• Andreas Medical Billing Contract
• EMS updates regarding call volume and LUCAS device
• Updates on staffing, new ambulance, and communications vehicles

The Public Safety Committee voted to keep the local fire code requiring intumescent paint, directing staff to help a new business comply cost-effectively. It also agreed to purchase the LUCAS CPR device to replace the Auto Pulse board, citing durability and cost savings. The committee reviewed the fire department's 5-year strategic plan and standards of cover, and discussed a renewed medical billing contract with Andreas.

• Approved March 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied amendment to intumescent paint code; directed FPB to inform business on cost-saving compliance
• Agreed to purchase LUCAS device (cost $15,000-$17,000 per unit)
• Discussed Andreas Medical Billing contract renewal at reduced rate (4.35% from 6%)

Village Board

The Village Board is considering ordinances for sidewalk engineering and real estate purchases. This includes acquiring land for a new water tower and property at 109 N. Cass Ave. The board will also review purchase orders and surplus fire department equipment.

• $54,720 engineering agreement for S. Wilmette Sidewalk Improvement Project
• $120,000 land purchase from Westmont Community School District 201
• Purchase of property at 109 N. Cass Ave
• Declaration of surplus Fire Department equipment
• Approval of $221,084.05 in purchase orders

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, including a $984,438.19 finance ordinance and $221,084.05 in purchase orders. They also approved an engineering agreement for the 2022 S. Wilmette sidewalk project, and authorized the purchase of 0.826 acres from School District 201 and 109 N. Cass Ave. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with Trustee Brady absent.

• Approved consent agenda with finance ordinance #3 ($984,438.19) and purchase orders ($221,084.05) (5-0)
• Approved engineering agreement with Primera Engineering for S. Wilmette sidewalk project (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 0.826 acres from Westmont Community School District 201 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 109 N. Cass Ave for Village use (5-0)
• Declared outdated fire department equipment as surplus (5-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

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

• Review of available polygraph test results

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

Administration and Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will meet to address unfinished business regarding liquor licensing. New business items include water turn-offs, National Competition Gap Funding, and the Westmont Art & Mural Program.

• Class 22 and Class 23 Liquor Licensing
• Water turn-offs
• National Competition Gap Funding
• Westmont Art & Mural Program

Village Board

The Village Board will consider ordinances for rezoning part of Willow Crest Golf Course to residential use. The agenda also includes approving property purchases, engineering contracts for street improvements, and new bond issuances.

• Rezoning 52.8 acres at 3500 Midwest Road to residential
• Issuance of up to $5,700,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds (Series 2022A)
• Engineering agreement for Adams Street sidewalk project ($58,780)
• Approval of a new drive-thru restaurant at 80 West 63rd Street
• Purchase of property at 21 N. Lincoln Street

The Village Board unanimously denied a comprehensive plan amendment to redesignate approximately 52.8 acres of the Willow Crest Golf Course from Parks/Open Space to Single Family Attached Residential, effectively blocking the proposed redevelopment. The board did approve two related preliminary items for the same property: a conceptual preliminary plat of subdivision and a B-3 Special Development District amendment to remove the acreage from an approved concept plan. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda, a new Freddy's drive-thru restaurant, liquor license increase, property purchases, and bond issuances, were approved unanimously.

• Denied comprehensive plan amendment for Willow Crest Golf Course redevelopment (0-6)
• Approved conceptual preliminary plat of subdivision for 3500 Midwest Road (6-0)
• Approved B-3 Special Development District amendment removing 52.8 acres from concept plan (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,256,925.28 finance ordinance and $3,107,017.80 in purchase orders (6-0)
• Approved site and landscape plan for new Freddy's drive-thru restaurant at 80 W 63rd St (6-0)
• Approved increasing Class 18 liquor licenses by one for Niche & Company Catering (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 21 N. Lincoln Street property (6-0)
• Approved $5,700,000 and $1,200,000 general obligation refunding bonds (6-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will receive updates from department chiefs regarding police and fire status. Members will also review polygraph results for patrol officer candidates and prepare for oral interviews scheduled for May 21, 2022.

• Review of polygraph results for Patrol Officer candidates
• Preparations for Oral Interviews on May 21, 2022
• Authorization of invoices related to hiring or promotion processes
• Introduction of a new Commissioner

Westmont First Committee

The Westmont First Committee will receive an update regarding the Mural Program. The agenda also includes a chair report and the review of unfinished or new business.

• Mural Program Update
• Approval of Minutes

Liquor Commission

The Village of Westmont Mayor and Liquor/Tobacco Commissioner will hold public hearings concerning violations of state and local laws by various licensees. The proceedings involve several businesses regarding their liquor and tobacco licenses.

• Liquor license violation hearings for El Delfin, Grill 89, Las Palmas, Moskva Caffe, Nature’s Best, Prestige Liquors, Standard Market, and Suburbanite Bowl
• Tobacco license violation hearings for Jewel Osco, Luv 2 Smoke, Marathon, Pot Belly Pub, and Walgreens

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a request from M&M Westmont, LLC regarding the construction of a Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers. The proposal includes site and landscaping plans for the property located at 80 West 63rd Street.

• Site and landscaping plan approval for a new drive-thru restaurant at 80 West 63rd Street
• Approval of the April 13, 2022, meeting minutes
• New Commissioner welcome and introduction

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a site and landscaping plan for a new Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers drive-thru restaurant at 80 West 63rd Street. The recommendation will go to the Village Board of Trustees for final action. The commission also approved the April 13, 2022 meeting minutes and held a training session on site plan approvals.

• Recommended approval of Freddy's drive-thru site and landscaping plan (7-0)
• Approved April 13, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote, all in favor)

Community Development Committee

The Village of Westmont is amending its regular committee meeting schedule rotation. The May 5, 2022, regular meeting has been cancelled and moved to April 21, 2022.

• Rescheduling of the May 5, 2022, Community Development Committee meeting

Public Safety Committees

The committee will review the January 27, 2022, minutes and discuss departmental updates. Topics include staffing, upcoming events, and the MERIT Task Force update.

• Approval of January 27, 2022, minutes
• Department Awards
• Staffing Update
• MERIT Task Force update

The Police Public Safety Committee met on May 5, 2022, and approved the January 27, 2022 meeting minutes. The committee received updates on police staffing (three officers still needed), new public feedback and transparency systems (Frontline application), and the MERIT task force's activities and accomplishments. No formal votes were taken on policy items; the meeting was informational and discussion-focused.

• Approved January 27, 2022 Police Public Safety Committee minutes
• Postponed department awards ceremony to Village Board meeting at 6:00 pm
• Noted one additional officer resignation, leaving three officers to hire
• Reported new eligibility list with 35 candidates from 79 test-takers
• Discussed Frontline application for public complaints and compliments (no submissions yet)
• Reviewed MERIT task force FY 21-22 preliminary charts and accomplishments
• Reported completion of parking meter project on Burlington Ave. with 40 four-hour spots
• Adjourned at 5:37 pm

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a resolution to appropriate $1,600,000 for the 2022 MFT Resurfacing project. The meeting also includes reviews of purchase orders totaling $454,600 and site plan approvals for residential and business developments. Additionally, the board will address special use permit amendments and community event permits.

• $1,600,000 resolution for the 2022 MFT Resurfacing project
• Purchase orders totaling $454,600 for mosquito abatement, cleaning, and fuel
• Site and landscaping approval for a 2-unit dwelling at 413 North Cass Avenue
• Special Use Permit amendment for auto body work at 725 Pasquinelli Drive
• Street closure and sound permits for the 2022 Race To The Flag 5K

The Village Board approved a site and landscaping plan for a 2-unit single-family semi-detached dwelling at 413 North Cass Avenue, along with several other items including a special use permit amendment for McGrath Auto Body and a resolution for the 2022 MFT resurfacing project. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with Trustee Simonovich absent. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included finance ordinances totaling $1,493,958.02 and proclamations for Police Week, Public Works Week, Dementia Action Week, and EMS Week.

• Approved consent agenda with finance ordinance $1,039,358.02 and purchase orders $454,600.00 (5-0)
• Approved site and landscape plan for 2-unit dwelling at 413 N Cass Ave (5-0)
• Approved special use permit amendment for McGrath Auto Body at 725 Pasquinelli Dr (5-0)
• Approved IDOT resolution for 2022 MFT resurfacing project (5-0)
• Declared 3 outdated AEDs as surplus property (5-0)
• Approved Mayor's appointment to Fire and Police Commission (5-0)
• Approved proclamations for Police Week, Public Works Week, Dementia Action Week, EMS Week (5-0)

Village Board

Village Board members and staff are conducting an Economic Development Tour on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. No business will be conducted during this tour.

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will discuss a styrofoam ban and the recycling/waste hauling RFP. Reports will cover village programs such as the No Mow update and seedling giveaway. The meeting also includes updates regarding the Richmond Education Gardens & Apiary.

• Styrofoam Ban presentation
• Recycling/Waste Hauling RFP discussion
• Richmond Education Gardens & Apiary updates
• Village program updates (No Mow, Seedling Giveaway)
• Approval of March and April 2022 minutes

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

z - Retired - Public Information Committee

The Public Information Committee will review community event permit request forms. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2022 events calendar for village departments, public agencies, and community organizations.

• Community Events Permit Request Forms
• 2022 Events & Calendar review

The Public Information Committee met on April 27, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The meeting was primarily informational, with staff and community organizations providing updates on upcoming events and programs. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:32am (voice vote)

Community Development Committee

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

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

The Community Development Committee discussed the proposed Willow Crest Golf Course redevelopment, including a Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation to approve a preliminary plat for about 50 acres of residential development, but no final decision was made. The committee also reviewed the Q1 2022 department report, covering topics like telecommunications zoning, SolSmart designation, and code enforcement. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the only action was approving the February 10, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes from February 10, 2022 Regular Meeting (voice vote)
• Discussed Willow Crest redevelopment; no action taken
• Noted Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of B-3 concept plan amendment and preliminary plat
• Noted Planning and Zoning Commission did not recommend comprehensive plan amendment for residential designation

Public Safety Committees

The Village of Westmont is amending its regular committee meeting schedule rotation. The Police Public Safety Committee meeting originally scheduled for April 21, 2022, has been cancelled and moved to May 5, 2022.

• Rescheduling of the Police Public Safety Committee meeting

Village Board

The Village Board will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and a new EMS staffing agreement with Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. The agenda also includes updates to ambulance fees and new zoning regulations for firearm sales. Additionally, the board will review permits for several community festivals.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget
• New staffing agreement with Metro Paramedic Services, Inc.
• Zoning ordinance amendments regarding firearm sales
• B-1 Development Permit for Beauty and the Baker at 34 North Cass Avenue
• $36,806.00 purchase order for West Central Municipal Conference

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will receive updates from department chiefs regarding police and fire department status. The meeting also includes reviewing candidate lists to begin scheduling oral interviews for probationary patrol officers.

• Scheduling oral interviews from the Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion processes
• Chief's Forum updates on police and fire department status

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review quarterly investment and monthly financial reports. The agenda includes processing pension membership applications, retirement benefits, and discussing fiduciary liability insurance renewal.

• Approval of January 18, 2020, meeting minutes
• Review of quarterly investment report from Graystone Consulting
• Processing of contribution refunds and membership applications
• Certification of Board Election Results for active and retired member positions
• Discussion regarding fiduciary liability insurance renewal

Westmont First Committee

The meeting includes a discussion regarding the Mural Program Update. The remaining agenda items consist of standard procedural matters such as public comment and approval of minutes.

• Mural Program Update

Village Board

The Village Board of Trustees will conduct a budget workshop for the 2022-23 fiscal year. This session includes a presentation and overview of the draft budget.

• Draft Budget Presentation and Overview for Fiscal Year 2022-23

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider zoning ordinance amendments regarding firearm sales. The body will also review a residential construction plan and a business permit amendment.

• Zoning Ordinance text amendments to define regulations and prohibitions for firearm sales
• Site and Landscaping Plan for a 2-unit semi-detached dwelling at 413 North Cass Avenue
• Special Use Permit amendment for painting, body and fender work at 725 Pasquinelli Drive

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of a site and landscaping plan for a 2-unit semi-detached dwelling at 413 North Cass Avenue, with a 6-1 vote. They also recommended approval of a special use permit amendment for McGrath Auto Body to perform painting and body work at 725 Pasquinelli Drive, including conditions on landscaping and vehicle storage. The commission recommended zoning text amendments to regulate firearm sales, prohibiting them in residential districts and allowing them in certain commercial/industrial districts with restrictions.

• Approved site plan for 2-unit dwelling at 413 N Cass Ave (6-1, Lavoie no)
• Approved special use permit amendment for auto body work at 725 Pasquinelli Dr (7-0)
• Approved conditions for special use permit: no personal vehicle storage, restore landscaping, 2006 conditions remain (7-0)
• Approved zoning text amendments for firearm sales regulations (7-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners has scheduled a special meeting to review the final probationary patrol officer eligibility list from March 22, 2022. The board may enter executive session for personnel or legal matters as needed.

• Review of Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List (March 22, 2022)

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a special meeting and approved two items: a $1,246 invoice from Edward Occupational Health for a medical examination of Lorrainea Riley, and the Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List dated April 12, 2022. Both motions passed unanimously (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $1,246 medical exam invoice for Lorrainea Riley (3-0)
• Approved Final Probationary Patrol Officer Eligibility List dated April 12, 2022 (3-0)

Administration and Finance Committee

The committee will meet to discuss Class 22 and Class 23 liquor licensing. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Environmental Improvement Committee and discussions regarding Burlington parking and the Village flag.

• Discussion of Class 22 and Class 23 Liquor Licensing
• Environmental Improvement Committee presentation
• Burlington Parking discussion
• Village Flag discussion

The Administration & Finance Committee discussed several items, including liquor licensing, parking meters on Burlington, and a village flag sale. The committee agreed to allow the sale of 3 Westmont flags to a local business. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was primarily discussion and direction-setting.

• Agreed to allow sale of 3 Westmont flags to a local business
• Discussed removing parking meters on Burlington, with 4-hour parking limit recommended
• Reviewed Environmental Improvement Committee annual report showing Westmont underperforming neighbors in recycling
• Discussed potential changes to Class 22/23 liquor licensing, including video gaming moratorium

Village Board

The Village Board is reviewing several land use changes, including a proposal to redesignate 52.8 acres at 3500 Midwest Road from Parks/Open Space to Residential. The agenda also includes approving new business permits and the purchase of property for Village use.

• Redesignation of 52.8 acres at 3500 Midwest Road to Single Family Attached Residential
• $2,500 Hotel/Motel Grant for Westmont Lions Spring Fling BBQ
• Lease-purchase agreement with PNC Equipment Finance for a fire truck
• Purchase of property at 423 N. Grant Street for Village use
• B-1 Development Permits for Tapatio Mexican Grill and Party Blossom Boutique

The Westmont Village Board approved the consent agenda, including a $1,208,432.36 finance ordinance, and passed several new business items. These included increasing massage establishment licenses, approving B-1 permits for two businesses, a $2,500 hotel/motel grant, a fire truck lease-purchase agreement, and the purchase of property at 423 N. Grant Street. The Willow Crest Golf Course redevelopment was postponed to a future meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,208,432.36 finance ordinance (6-0)
• Postponed Willow Crest Golf Course redevelopment at 3500 Midwest Road (6-0)
• Increased massage establishment licenses by one for Pacific Clinical Massage Therapy (6-0)
• Approved B-1 permit for Tapatio Mexican Grill at 11 W. Quincy St (6-0)
• Approved B-1 permit for Party Blossom Boutique at 21 W. Quincy St (6-0)
• Awarded $2,500 hotel/motel grant to Westmont Lions for Spring Fling BBQ (6-0)
• Approved lease-purchase agreement with PNC Equipment Finance for fire truck (6-0)
• Approved real estate agreement to purchase 423 N. Grant Street (6-0)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will discuss a request for proposals regarding recycling and waste hauling. Reports include updates on the Dark Skies Initiative and Richmond Education Gardens. Staff will also provide updates on village programs including No Mow, Adopt-a-Planter, and Seedling Giveaway.

• Recycling/Waste Hauling RFP discussion
• Dark Skies presentation
• Richmond Education Gardens update
• Village program updates (No Mow, Adopt-a-Planter, Seedling Giveaway)

Public Works Committee

The committee will receive the 2021 Year End Report Presentation and present several awards. Reports from the Street, Water, Engineering, Facilities, and Fleet divisions are also scheduled.

• 2021 Year End Report Presentation
• Public Works Service Award Presentation
• 20 year plaque presentations
• Division reports (Street, Water, Engineering, Facilities, and Fleet)

Village Board

The Village Board will review development requests for 910 Pasquinelli Drive and road closures for U.S. Luge tryouts. The meeting also includes consideration of the 2022 zoning map and declaring police equipment as surplus property.

• Variances for parking and lighting at 910 Pasquinelli Drive
• Road closures on South Cass Avenue for U.S. Luge Team tryouts in June
• B-1 Development Permit for Tamara Salon at 36 S. Cass Avenue, Unit 44
• Approval of the official 2022 Village zoning map
• Purchase orders totaling $54,363.80 for DuPage County and enforcement services

Westmont First Committee

The meeting agenda consists primarily of procedural items and reports. The committee will also address community murals under new business.

• Community Murals

The Westmont First Committee discussed reintroducing the Community Mural Program, which had stalled due to staff turnover and COVID-19. All members expressed support for moving the program forward, and draft guidelines will be reviewed at the next meeting. No formal votes or other substantive decisions were made.

• Unanimous support for moving the Community Mural Program forward
• Draft guidelines to be reviewed at next Westmont First Committee meeting

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review details regarding the March 19, 2022, entry-level testing process. Members will also consider authorizing outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion processes. Police and Fire Chiefs may provide updates on department status.

• Review of March 19, 2022, entry-level testing process details
• Authorization of outstanding invoices for hiring or promotion processes
• Chief's Forum updates on police and fire department status

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

The Westmont Board of Fire Pension Commissioners has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for March 11, 2022. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2022.

Public Safety Committees

The committee will review fire department promotions, service awards, and a year-end report. Discussions include proposed part-time and contract pay increases as well as GEMT rate updates. The agenda also covers staffing and new emergency vehicles.

• Proposed part-time system and contract pay increases
• Service awards for O’Hare, Zasada, Stoltman, and Eder
• Updates on new fire engine, ambulance, and communications van
• GEMT rate increase proposal
• Firefighter of the Year Award

The Public Safety Committee discussed several proposals, including increasing part-time firefighter pay, adding a $5,000 annual stipend for all fire department employees, raising contract medic wages, and purchasing a new fit tester. No formal votes were taken; the items were discussed for future action. The committee also received updates on the 2021 year-end report, new apparatus deliveries, and the adoption of 2021 IBC codes.

• Approved October 21, 2021 Public Safety Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed increasing part-time firefighter pay and paramedic incentive (no vote)
• Discussed $5,000 annual stipend for all fire department employees (no vote)
• Discussed raising contract medic wages and 5-year contract (no vote)
• Discussed purchasing new fit tester for $18,000 (no vote)
• Agreed to change GEMT rate as the GEMT rate changes (consensus)
• Discussed adopting 2021 IBC codes (no vote)
• Discussed surplus of Communications Van 1888 (no action)

Village Board

The Westmont Village Board will consider ordinances for a new fire department ladder truck and ComEd utility relocation. The agenda also includes several purchase orders for engineering, fuel, and park district reimbursements.

• Ordinance for ComEd electric line relocation at E. Burlington Ave (est. $928,640)
• 10-year lease agreement for a Pierce Tower Ladder Truck ($187,334.66 annual payment)
• Purchase order for Westmont Park District ($130,036.00)
• Purchase order for Thomas Engineering Group LLC ($59,700.00)
• Reappointment of Christopher Lavoie to the Planning & Zoning Commission

The Village Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including finance ordinance #22 for $1,307,226.76 and purchase orders totaling $232,736.00. They also approved the reappointment of Christopher Lavoie to the Planning & Zoning Commission, an agreement with ComEd for utility relocation on E. Burlington Ave., and a lease purchase agreement for a 2023 Pierce Tower Ladder Truck. All votes were 5-0 with Trustee Simonovich absent.

• Approved consent agenda including finance ordinance #22 ($1,307,226.76) and purchase orders ($232,736.00) (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Christopher Lavoie to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Approved ComEd utility relocation agreement for E. Burlington Ave. (5-0)
• Approved lease purchase agreement for 2023 Pierce Tower Ladder Truck (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering a request to redesignate 52.8 acres of land for single-family attached residential use. The body will also review variance requests for a property on Pasquinelli Drive.

• PZC 184-2021: Request to redesignate 52.8 acres at 3500 Midwest Road from Parks/Open Space to Single Family Attached Residential
• PZC 184-2021: B-3 Special Development District Amendment to remove 52.8 acres from a Concept Plan
• PZC 184-2021: Conceptual Preliminary Plat of Subdivision for the 52.8 acre area
• PZC 004-2022: Variance requests for parking and outdoor lighting at 910 Pasquinelli Drive
• PZC 004-2022: Site and Landscaping Plan approval for 910 Pasquinelli Drive

The Commission recommended approval of two variances and a site plan for Fifth Third Bank at 910 Pasquinelli Drive, allowing reduced parking and excess lighting. It also recommended approval of a B-3 district amendment and preliminary plat to remove 52.8 acres from a concept plan for future residential development, but denied the companion comprehensive plan amendment to redesignate the land from open space to attached residential.

• Approved parking variance for Fifth Third Bank (6-0)
• Approved lighting variance for Fifth Third Bank (6-0)
• Approved site and landscaping plan for Fifth Third Bank (6-0)
• Denied comprehensive plan amendment for 52.8 acres to attached residential (2-5)
• Approved B-3 district amendment to remove 52.8 acres from concept plan (5-2)
• Approved conceptual preliminary plat for 52.8-acre subdivision (5-2)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will discuss the recycling and waste hauling RFP and receive a Waste Management presentation. Updates will also be provided regarding SolSmart, lighting ordinances, and the No Mow Initiative.

• Recycling/Waste Hauling RFP discussion
• Waste Management presentation
• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance update
• Special Recycling Event report
• Westmont Cruisin’ Nights & Street Fair participation

z - Retired - Sister City Committee

The Village of Westmont has cancelled the regular meeting of the Sister City Committee scheduled for Wednesday, March 2, 2022. This notice contains only a cancellation announcement.

• Cancellation of the March 2, 2022, regular meeting

Administration and Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will meet to discuss liquor licensing and zoning text amendments. The body will also review a compensation study.

• Class 22 and Class 23 Liquor Licensing discussion
• Zoning Text Amendments regarding Home Occupations
• Compensation Study

The Administration and Finance Committee discussed but took no formal votes. It reviewed proposed changes to liquor and tobacco fine schedules, considered tightening video gaming revenue rules, and discussed zoning text amendments to regulate home firearm sales. Staff was directed to prepare research for the next Planning and Zoning meeting, and an RFQ for a compensation study was planned for March.

• No formal votes taken; all items were discussion only
• Directed staff to prepare zoning text amendment research for next Planning & Zoning meeting
• Planned to issue RFQ for compensation study in March
• Discussed proposed liquor fine schedule changes for future ordinance amendment

Village Board

The Board will consider ordinances for remote water system monitoring and a new multi-purpose building at Veterans Memorial Park. They will also review purchase orders totaling $145,694.00 and the FY 2020-21 annual financial report.

• Ordinance for a new 2,500 square foot multi-purpose building at 125 E Richmond Street
• Water system monitoring agreements totaling $170,773.00
• Purchase order for DuPage Metropolitan Enforcement Group ($108,284.00)
• Purchase order for Visu-Sewer ($37,410.00)
• Acceptance of the FY 2020-21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

The Village Board unanimously approved a consent agenda including finance ordinance and purchase orders, reappointed Craig Thomas to the Planning and Zoning Commission, approved a special use permit and variance for a new multi-purpose building at Veterans Memorial Park, approved agreements for a water system remote monitoring system, and accepted the FY 2020-21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,717,161.51 finance ordinance and $145,694 in purchase orders (6-0)
• Reappointed Craig Thomas to Planning and Zoning Commission (6-0)
• Approved special use permit and variance for Veterans Memorial Park multi-purpose building at 125 E Richmond St (6-0)
• Approved water system remote monitoring agreements with Core & Main and Sensus USA (6-0)
• Accepted FY 2020-21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (6-0)
• Adjourned to executive session to discuss auditor findings (6-0)

z - Retired - Public Information Committee

The Public Information Committee will review community events permit request forms. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2022 events and calendar for village departments, public agencies, and community organizations.

• Community Events Permit Request Forms
• 2022 Events & Calendar review

The Public Information Committee approved the minutes from its previous meeting by voice vote. The meeting was primarily informational, with updates on 2022 events from village departments, public agencies, and community organizations. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting by voice vote

Westmont First Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for February 22, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 21, 2022.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will review details regarding the upcoming entry-level testing process and the training status of probationary officers. The meeting also includes a forum for department chiefs to provide updates on police and fire department status.

• Review of upcoming entry-level testing process
• Review of training status of probationary officers
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the January 26, 2022 minutes as submitted. They discussed upcoming entry-level testing at Westmont High School and received an update on probationary officers. Commissioner Musial moved to keep Robert J. Kovanda as chairman for 2022-2023; the motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 PM.

• Approved the January 26, 2022 regular meeting minutes as submitted (3-0).
• Re-elected Robert J. Kovanda as chairman for 2022-2023 (3-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:30 PM (3-0).

Liquor Commission

The Village of Westmont will hold public hearings regarding various tobacco license violations. These sessions involve several local businesses and pertain to state and local laws governing tobacco sales.

• Tobacco license violation hearing: Circle K, 609 N. Cass Ave.
• Tobacco license violation hearing: Luv 2 Smoke, 31 W. 63rd St.
• Tobacco license violation hearing: Mariano’s, 150 W. 63rd St.
• Tobacco license violation hearing: Westmont Tobacco, 213 E. Ogden Ave.
• Tobacco license violation hearing: Jewel Osco, 4 E. Ogden Ave.

Community Development Committee

The committee is meeting to review reports from the Director, Planning and Zoning, Permitting, and Code Enforcement. No new ordinances or specific projects are listed for decision.

• Approval of November 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Director’s Report
• Planning and Zoning Report
• Permitting Report
• Code Enforcement Report

The Community Development Committee discussed potential revisions to the tree ordinance to simplify forestry reviews, with staff suggesting code changes and possible fee adjustments. They also noted that home-based firearm sales are currently unregulated and staff will work on a text amendment to address this. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting (voice vote)
• Discussed tree ordinance revisions to simplify forestry reviews
• Discussed potential changes to fee-in-lieu for tree removal
• Noted staff will work on text amendment to regulate home-based firearm sales
• Board supported prioritizing review of outdated use tables
• Adjourned at 5:52 PM (unanimous)

Village Board

The Westmont Village Board is considering an ordinance to repeal previous water rate increases due to pandemic-related resident hardships. The board will also review municipal code restrictions for Class 22 and Class 23 liquor licenses. Additionally, several purchase orders for public safety and maintenance are up for approval.

• Repeal of Ordinance 20-022 regarding water rate increases
• $44,050.74 for upfitting replacement police patrol vehicles
• $25,000.00 to Safe Step LLC for concrete sidewalk cutting
• $22,800.00 to Visu-Sewer of Illinois for sewer jetting
• Review of Class 22 and Class 23 liquor license requirements

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering a special use permit and a zoning variance for the Westmont Park District. A separate request from Ghostlight Educational Theatre Collective has been withdrawn.

• Special Use Permit for an existing park and facilities at 125 East Richmond Street
• Zoning Code Variance for a new multi-purpose building to encroach into the side yard adjoining Linden Avenue
• Withdrawn request for a Performing Arts Studio at 212 and 212A East Chicago Avenue

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a special use permit and a zoning variance for the Westmont Park District's proposed replacement building at Veterans Memorial Park, 125 East Richmond Street. The special use permit would legalize the existing park in the R-3 residential district, and the variance would allow a 5-foot setback instead of the required 35 feet. The recommendation goes to the Village Board of Trustees for final decision.

• Approved motion to recommend special use permit for existing park at 125 East Richmond Street (6-0, Scales absent)
• Approved motion to recommend zoning variance for 5-foot setback for new multi-purpose building (6-0, Scales absent)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2022 regular meeting (voice vote, all in favor)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The committee will review reports on regional transit planning and federal infrastructure acts. Discussion includes the Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance and community solar initiatives. New business involves 2022 recycling programs and budget requests.

• FY23 Budget Requests
• 2022 Rain Barrel Program
• 2022 Electronics Recycling Program
• Lighting/Dark Skies Ordinance
• DuPage County Document Shredding Funding Program

The Environmental Improvement Committee approved consent agenda minutes, agreed to participate in the river sweep, supported an Eagle Scout project on plastics management, and ordered 300 No Mow Initiative signs. They also decided not to participate in the DuPage County Document Shredding Funding Program to avoid affecting a police fundraiser, and discussed future programs including rain barrels and electronics recycling.

• Approved meeting minutes for 11/01/2021 and 12/06/2021 (all in favor)
• Agreed to participate in the river sweep
• Supported Eagle Scout project proposal on plastics management
• Ordered 300 No Mow Initiative signs
• Declined DuPage County Document Shredding Funding Program
• Agreed to present EIC 2020 Annual Report on April 7th

Public Safety Committees

The committee will review the 2021 summary of accomplishments and recent police incidents. Discussions include staffing updates, officer hiring, and information on Axon Body Worn Camera grants. The impact of a recent Safety Act trailer bill will also be addressed.

• 2021 Summary of Accomplishments
• Staffing and probationary officer hiring updates
• Axon Body Worn Camera Grant and other grants
• Impact of Recent Safety Act Trailer Bill

The Police Public Safety Committee met on January 27, 2022, and approved the September 22, 2021 minutes. Chief Gunther presented the department's 2021 accomplishments, including the Employee of the Year award to Detective Tom Kozielski and several commendations. The committee discussed staffing updates, a body-worn camera grant, and the impact of the Safety Act trailer bill. No formal votes were taken on new business items.

• Approved September 22, 2021 Police Public Safety Committee minutes
• Presented Employee of the Year award to Detective Tom Kozielski
• Recognized Officer Rooney with Felony Arrest Commendation
• Recognized Officer Newton with Chief's Recognition Commendation
• Recognized Officer Arndt with Chief's Recognition Commendation
• Discussed SRT grant for body-worn cameras ($82,000)
• Discussed hiring of probationary officers and testing schedule

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance for a new tire service center at 6490 South Cass Avenue. The agenda also includes a proposed increase to the video gaming terminal fee and several software and health agreements.

• Ordinance for Belle Tire at 6490 South Cass Avenue including special use and variances
• Increase of video gaming terminal fee to $250 per machine
• Purchase order for Axon Enterprises totaling $119,075.86
• Zoning ordinance amendments for cellular towers and antennas
• Software agreement with Frontline Public Safety Solutions, LLC

The Village Board unanimously approved a special use permit and variances for a Belle Tire store at 6490 South Cass Avenue, including a 60-foot flagpole. The board also approved a $250 video gaming terminal fee increase, zoning text amendments for cell towers, a software agreement with Frontline Public Safety Solutions, and a biometric screening agreement with Empower Health Services. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved Belle Tire special use permit, variances, and site plan at 6490 S. Cass (6-0)
• Approved video gaming terminal fee increase to $250 per machine (6-0)
• Approved zoning text amendments for cellular towers and antennas (6-0)
• Approved software agreement with Frontline Public Safety Solutions (6-0)
• Approved biometric screening agreement with Empower Health Services (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,553,870.78 in finance ordinance and purchase orders (6-0)

z - Retired - Public Information Committee

The Public Information Committee will review community events permit request forms. The meeting also includes discussions regarding 2022 events for village departments, public agencies, and community organizations.

• Community Events Permit Request Forms
• 2022 events for village departments, public agencies, and community organizations

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to review entry-level candidate testing and employment offer data. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2022/2023 budget and authorization of invoices related to hiring or promotions.

• Discussion of entry-level candidate testing
• Review of candidate data for conditional offers of employment
• Authorization of outstanding invoices related to hiring or promotion processes
• Discussion of 2022/2023 Fire and Police Commission Budget

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the appointment of Lorrainea Riley as a Probationary Police Officer, authorized a contract with IOS for recruitment and testing, and approved a $485.00 payment for her psychological evaluation. The board also approved the 2022-2023 proposed budget of $141,900.00, with $100,000.00 held for fire testing design. A motion to grant a testing delay exception for a military candidate was denied.

• Approved minutes of Dec 21, 2021 and Jan 12, 2022 meetings (3-0)
• Offered position of Probationary Police Officer to Lorrainea Riley (3-0)
• Authorized contract with IOS for recruitment and testing (3-0)
• Denied testing delay exception for military candidate (0-3)
• Authorized payment of $485.00 to IOS for psychological evaluation (3-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 proposed budget of $141,900.00 (3-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners cancelled the regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 18, 2022. The meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at 3:00 PM.

Police Pension Board of Trustees

The board will review quarterly investment reports and monthly financial statements. Agenda items include approving retirement benefits for Brandon Zeman and reviewing cost of living adjustments for pensioners. The meeting will also address membership applications and various pension fund administrative updates.

• Approval of regular retirement benefits for Brandon Zeman
• Review of quarterly investment report from Graystone Consulting
• Approval of annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Membership applications for Ashley Vinson and Eric Vinyard
• Discussion regarding local account collateralization and cash management policy

Westmont First Committee

The regular meeting of the Westmont First Committee scheduled for January 18, 2022, was cancelled.

Administration and Finance Committee

The Administration and Finance Committee will meet to review short-term budget priorities and Class 22 and 23 liquor licenses. The body will also discuss Covid-19 testing sites.

• Review of Liquor License Class 22 & 23
• Review of Short-term Budget Priorities
• Discussion on Covid-19 Testing Sites

The Administration & Finance Committee discussed a proposed one-year moratorium on two liquor license classes for gaming without a restaurant, but took no formal action. They reviewed short-term budget priorities for the upcoming fiscal year, including maintaining Quincy Street upgrades, stormwater management, crossing guard program, and Fire Department needs. The committee also discussed COVID-19 testing site requests, with the mayor stating the central business district is not a good fit and requirements should not be waived. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes of November 4, 2022 meeting (all ayes)
• Discussed proposed moratorium on liquor license classes 22 & 23 for gaming without restaurant (no action)
• Reviewed budget priorities for April 14 workshop: Quincy Street, stormwater, crossing guards, Fire Dept needs (no action)
• Discussed COVID-19 testing site requests; mayor opposed CBD locations and waiving requirements (no action)
• Agreed to proceed with No Mow Till Mother's Day program in 2022 (consensus)
• Adjourned at 5:25 p.m. (all ayes)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider several zoning amendments and development requests, including projects at 2 West Naperville Road and 1 West Quincy Street. The board will also discuss a temporary moratorium on specific liquor licenses for establishments with video gaming. Additionally, the meeting includes approval of various purchase orders totaling over $153,000.

• Moratorium on Class 22 and 23 liquor licenses for establishments with video gaming
• Zoning and subdivision requests for Mrs. T's Pizza at 2 West Naperville Road
• Special Use Permit for Whiskey Hill Brewing Co at 1 West Quincy Street
• Purchase orders totaling $153,245.03 for various vendors
• Hours of operation extension for Dope Sandwiches Food Truck

The Village Board approved a moratorium on issuing Class 22 and 23 liquor licenses (which allow video gaming) for the year, and approved several development requests including a consolidation and variances for Mrs. T's Pizza, a special use permit for Whiskey Hill Brewing, and a text amendment for craft alcoholic beverage dispensers. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a $4.1 million finance ordinance and purchase orders totaling $153,245.03, and extended hours for a food truck. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with Trustee Nero absent, except for the Legislative Action Program resolution which had one abstention.

• Approved moratorium on Class 22 and 23 liquor licenses (video gaming) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $4,097,841.06 finance ordinance and $153,245.03 in purchase orders (5-0)
• Approved preliminary/final plat, variances, and development permit for Mrs. T's Pizza at 2 W Naperville Rd (5-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment defining 'craft alcoholic beverage dispenser' (5-0)
• Approved special use permit and variance for Whiskey Hill Brewing at 1 W Quincy St (5-0)
• Approved extended hours for Dope Sandwiches food truck at Suburbanite Bowl until 10:30pm (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Legislative Action Program resolution (4-0-1 abstention)
• Approved executive session and adjournment (5-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Westmont Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review candidate data for conditional employment offers. The board will also discuss preparations for upcoming entry-level testing.

• Reviewing candidate data for conditional employment offers
• Preparation for upcoming entry-level testing

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners voted unanimously to adopt March 19, 2022 as the date for the upcoming entry-level testing, with March 12, 2022 as an alternate if needed. The testing location is to be determined. The board also reviewed the psychological evaluation of Candidate #13, but no decision was recorded on that item.

• Adopted March 19, 2022 as entry-level testing date, pending District 201 approval (3-0)
• Set March 12, 2022 as alternate testing date if March 19 unavailable (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering a special use permit and variances for a battery resale and service business. The body is also reviewing proposed text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding wireless telecommunication facilities.

• Special Use Permit for battery resale and service at 6490 South Cass Avenue
• Zoning Code Variance for parking lot encroachment at 6490 South Cass Avenue
• Zoning Code Variance for flag pole height at 6490 South Cass Avenue
• Text amendments to regulate wireless telecommunication antennas and towers
• SolSmart Zoning Review and Text Amendment discussion

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval to the Village Board for Bell Tire's special use permit, two zoning variances (parking lot encroachment and flag pole height), preliminary plat of dedication, and site/landscaping plan for 6490 S. Cass Avenue. The Commission also recommended approval of text amendments regulating wireless telecommunication facilities, with one commissioner voting no. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a discussion of SolSmart solar recommendations and commissioner training.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for battery and tire sales/service at 6490 S. Cass Ave (7-0)
• Recommended approval of variance for parking lot encroachment into side yard adjoining 65th St (7-0)
• Recommended approval of variance for 60-ft flag pole exceeding 45-ft height limit (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary Plat of Dedication for 65th St and Pier Dr right-of-way (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Site and Landscaping Plan with condition to update landscape plan before Village Board (7-0)
• Recommended approval of text amendments for wireless telecommunication facilities (6-1, Lavoie no)

Environmental Improvement Committee

The regular meeting of the Village of Westmont Environmental Improvement Committee scheduled for January 3, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 7, 2022.

Fire Pension Board of Trustees

This document provides the scheduled regular meeting dates for the Westmont Fire Pension Board in 2022. Meetings are set for 9:00 a.m. at the Frank Johanik Station, with provisions for remote meetings during disaster proclamations.

• Announcement of 2022 regular meeting dates

z - Retired - Public Information Committee

This document provides the 2022 regular meeting schedule for the Westmont Public Information Committee. The agenda consists of procedural information regarding meeting dates and locations.

• Regular meeting dates for January, February, April, June, August, and October
• Meetings held at 31 W. Quincy Street
• Provisions for remote meetings during disaster proclamations

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

This document contains procedural boilerplate regarding the 2022 meeting schedule. It lists monthly meeting dates for the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners at the Westmont Police Department facility.

Administration and Finance Committee

This document provides the 2022 regular meeting dates for various Village of Westmont boards and committees. It contains only procedural scheduling information and no specific agenda items or decisions.

Community Development Committee

This document provides the scheduled meeting dates and times for the 2022 Community Development Committee and other village committees. No specific agenda items or legislative actions are listed in this notice.

Public Safety Committees

This document provides the regular 2022 meeting dates for various Westmont boards, commissions, and committees. It includes schedules for groups such as Police Public Safety, Fire Public Safety, and Public Works. The text is purely procedural and contains no specific agenda items or decisions.

Public Works Committee

This document provides the 2022 meeting calendar for various Village of Westmont boards and committees. It contains only scheduled dates and no substantive legislative items.

• Public Works committee meetings: March 24, June 16, September 22, and December 15

Environmental Improvement Committee

This document provides the regular meeting dates for the Environmental Improvement Committee in 2022. Meetings are scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, with provisions for remote meetings during declared disasters.

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

Planning & Zoning Commission

This document provides the regular monthly meeting dates for the 2022 calendar year. No specific agenda items, projects, or ordinances are listed in this notice.

Police Pension Board of Trustees

This document provides the scheduled dates for the 2022 regular meetings of the Westmont Police Pension Board. The notice contains only procedural meeting date information and no specific agenda items.

• Scheduled meeting dates: January 18, April 19, July 19, and October 18

Village Board

This document provides the 2022 regular meeting dates for the Westmont Village Board of Trustees and standing committees. It outlines scheduled times and locations, including meetings at 31 West Quincy Street. The text also details provisions for remote meetings during disaster proclamations.

Westmont First Committee

This document contains only the 2022 regular meeting schedule for the Westmont First Committee. No specific legislative items, contracts, or ordinances are listed.

• Regular meeting dates for 2022
• Meetings scheduled for 6:00 p.m.
• Location: Westmont Public Library

z - Retired - Sister City Committee

This document contains only the procedural meeting schedule for the Westmont Sister City Committee in 2022. No specific agenda items or topics are listed for the scheduled dates of March 2 and September 7.