Rolling Meadows meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Rolling Meadows City Council to consider $2.38M water station contract

The Rolling Meadows City Council is scheduled to consider a $2,382,592 design-build contract for a water distribution pressure station on Quentin Road at its July 28 meeting. The item is among several on agendas for city boards and committees held over the past two weeks. All meetings listed are agenda-only; minutes have not yet been published, so no decisions are reported.

City Council (July 28)

The council will vote on a contract with Baxter & Woodman/Boller Construction for the Quentin Road Water Distribution Pressure Adjusting Station, up to $2,382,592. Other items include:

• Approving a Class GA liquor license for Wing Ding d/b/a Meetch's Wings & Things at 1911 Algonquin Road.
• Establishing lift assist fees for assisted living and nursing home facilities.
• Approving a facility lease and host agreement with Lakeshore Recycling Services for the city transfer station.
• Vacating an unimproved portion of Winnetka Avenue right-of-way (1776 Taft Avenue and 4528-4664 Gettysburg Drive).

Committee of the Whole (July 28)

The committee will discuss whether to amend zoning regulations to allow chain-link fencing in residential districts. It will also review two safety alternatives for the Kirchoff Road and Oriole Lane crossing: an Intersection Median Refuge with RRFBs ($278,000) and a Midblock Median Refuge with RRFBs ($255,000).

Planning and Zoning Commission (August 5)

The commission will consider a special use permit for an automotive repair facility at 3651-3653 Blackhawk Drive, a major change to the Gould I Planned Development at 2950 Golf Road for a new conference center, and city-wide text amendments on walls, fences, and annexation zoning.

Other board and committee meetings

• **Police Pension Board (July 27):** Officer elections, actuarial valuation and tax levy request, cash management policy, and possible increases to crime insuring agreement limits.
• **Capital Projects Committee (July 28):** Review of proposed 2027-2031 capital improvement plans from Police, Fire, Information Technology, and Community Development departments.
• **Veteran's Committee (July 28):** Planning for the November 6 Veterans Dinner at Meridian Banquets, a new fundraiser for the Community Events Foundation, and 2027 initiatives.
• **Board of Fire and Police Commissioners (July 29):** Approval of amended rules effective August 1, 2026, a job posting for firefighter eligibility testing, and appointment of a new commissioner.
• **Fire Pension Board (July 30):** The regular meeting was rescheduled to August 19, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. No other business was listed.
• **Environmental Committee (August 6):** A proposed not-to-exceed budget of $2,000 for the September 19 Bike Party, a $400 cost for a bike safety rodeo course, procurement of giveaways, and discussion of an ice cream vendor.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed in the provided data for the next 14 days.

Rolling Meadows Roundup: $2.38M Water Station Contract Heads Council Agenda; Pension, Safety, Fencing Discussions Fill Busy Week

Rolling Meadows officials had a packed week of meetings July 27–30, with the City Council scheduled to vote on a $2.38 million design-build contract for a new water pressure station. All meetings listed below were agenda-only as of this report — minutes have not yet been published, so it is not yet confirmed which items were approved.

City Council — July 28

The council's agenda included the largest dollar item of the week: a proposed award of up to $2,382,592 to Baxter & Woodman/Boller Construction for design and construction of the Quentin Road Water Distribution Pressure Adjusting Station. The project is intended to improve water distribution pressure for residents.

Other agenda items:

• A Class GA liquor license for Wing Ding d/b/a Meetch's Wings & Things at 1911 Algonquin Road.
• Establishment of lift assist fees for assisted living and nursing home facilities.
• A facility lease and host agreement with Lakeshore Recycling Services for the city transfer station.
• Vacation of an unimproved portion of Winnetka Avenue right-of-way (1776 Taft Avenue and 4528-4664 Gettysburg Drive).
• Updates to solid waste fees, parking restrictions, remote meeting attendance rules, and a proposal to discontinue the City Treasurer position.
• A variation from setback regulations at 2101 School Drive.

Committee of the Whole — July 28

The committee was set to discuss whether to amend zoning regulations to allow chain-link fencing in residential districts, where it is currently banned.

Two pedestrian safety alternatives for the Kirchoff Road and Oriole Lane crossing were also on the agenda:

• Alternative 1: Intersection Median Refuge with RRFBs — $278,000.
• Alternative 2: Midblock Median Refuge with RRFBs — $255,000.

RRFBs are rectangular rapid-flashing beacons used to alert drivers to pedestrians in crosswalks.

Capital Projects Committee — July 28

The committee was scheduled to review proposed five-year capital improvement plans (2027–2031) from the Police, Fire, Information Technology, and Community Development departments. The committee may discuss and prioritize these projects. Approval of minutes from the June 23, 2026 meeting was also on the agenda.

Police Pension Board — July 27

The Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees was set to elect officers (President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary) and review the actuarial valuation and tax levy request. Additional agenda items included discussion of the cash management policy, a possible increase to crime insuring agreement limits, and approval of the Municipal Compliance Report.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners — July 29

A special meeting was scheduled to consider amended rules and regulations effective August 1, 2026, approve a job posting and application packet for firefighter eligibility testing, and appoint a new commissioner.

Veterans Committee — July 28

The committee planned to recap July 4th events and organize a Veterans Dinner on November 6 at Meridian Banquets, with speaker Allen Lynch. Other items included design of veteran gifts (a 250th design t-shirt and challenge coin), a new fundraiser for the Community Events Foundation, and a request for new committee initiatives for 2027.

Fire Pension Board — Meeting Rescheduled

The Rolling Meadows Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees regular meeting originally scheduled for July 30, 2026 has been moved to August 19, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. No agenda items were provided.

Coming Up

• **Environmental Committee — August 6, 2026:** The committee will review a site plan and consider a not-to-exceed budget of $2,000 for a Bike Party on September 19. Other items include a proposed $400 cost for a Tammy Town Bike Safety rodeo course, procurement of 50 helmets, 40 locks, and 400 stickers for giveaways, review of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Existing Conditions Report, and discussion of an ice cream vendor for the event.
• **Fire Pension Board — August 19, 2026, 8:30 a.m.** (rescheduled from July 30).

All items above reflect agendas published before the meetings. Final outcomes will be confirmed when meeting minutes are published.

Rolling Meadows officials weigh $1M waste-hauling deal, ADU rules, and five-year utility plan

Rolling Meadows officials had a busy stretch in late June, with six meetings scheduled across City Council, planning, capital projects, and several committees. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of these sessions, the items below reflect what was on each agenda — not confirmed outcomes. Residents should watch for posted minutes to see what was ultimately approved or tabled.

City Council: LRS waste contracts and ambulance fees on the agenda

The City Council's June 23 agenda included the most financially significant item of the cycle: a proposed 10-year lease with Lakeshore Recycling Services (LRS) for the city's transfer station, paired with a residential solid waste collection contract. Key terms listed on the agenda include a $1,000,000 lump-sum payment from LRS, $150,000 in annual rent, and $950,000 for city refuse trucks.

The same agenda called for deferring the municipal push tax until December 31, 2026, amending the 2026 compensation plan for non-bargaining employees, and advancing a second reading of updated emergency ambulance service fees.

Planning and Zoning: Accessory dwelling units and Algonquin Road facility

The Planning and Zoning Commission was set June 22 to discuss a text amendment allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a special use in single-family residential districts. Proposed parameters on the agenda include a $175.00 application fee, a size cap of 1,000 square feet or 9% of lot area, a maximum of two bedrooms, and a 5-foot setback for new detached ADU construction. Each ADU would require a public hearing and City Council approval.

The commission was also scheduled to review a special use permit and plat of subdivision for a human services facility at 2202-2230 Algonquin Road, including a vertical subdivision of that building into separate parcels.

Committee of the Whole: Therapy dog program and FY 2025 audit

The Committee of the Whole agenda included a proposal to launch a Human Services Therapy Dog Program featuring Pixie the Goldendoodle, with an initial investment of $2,690. Members were also set to review the FY 2025 City Audit, the Popular Annual Financial Report, and actuarial reports for the Police and Fire Pension Funds. A presentation from Meet Chicago Northwest was also listed.

Capital Projects: Five-year utilities plan under review

The Capital Projects Committee was scheduled to review the status of current Utilities Fund capital projects and evaluate a proposed list of projects spanning fiscal years 2027 through 2031.

Environmental Committee: Sustainability progress and bike-safety gaps

The Environmental Committee met July 2 to review the final year of the city's three-year sustainability plan. According to the agenda summary, 29 of 47 plan goals are complete, and a FEMA Community Rating System application is in progress. Staff presented a bicycle and pedestrian safety report identifying network gaps and crash risks on Kirchoff, Algonquin, and Euclid roads.

Other items included a Lagman House cultural dinner on July 25 at roughly $600 cost with $20 tickets, a $60,000 public arts grant fund being refined for murals or functional bike racks, and a Duck Race fundraiser ahead of a September 27 event, with 200 tickets distributed for sale.

Veterans Committee: Parade and dinner planning

The Veterans Committee agenda included approval of May 20 minutes, a Memorial Day recap at the Veterans Memorial/Carillon Tower, a Flag Day retirement ceremony at the Kimball Hill fire pit, July 4th Parade planning, Veterans Trolley RSVP, and a Veterans Dinner at Meridian Banquets.

Coming up

No public meetings are listed on the calendar for the next 14 days. Residents can check the city's official website for newly posted agendas or minutes from the June sessions.

$1M Waste Deal, ADU Debate Headline Rolling Meadows Government Meetings

Rolling Meadows officials considered a $1 million solid waste agreement and a proposal to allow accessory dwelling units during a series of meetings in late June and early July. Agendas from the sessions, which still await publication of final minutes, outlined significant financial, land-use and community programming items.

Solid Waste Contract and Facility Lease

The City Council’s June 23 agenda centered on a 10-year package with Lakeshore Recycling Services (LRS). The council was scheduled to vote on a facility lease for the transfer station and a residential waste collection contract. Key terms included a $1,000,000 lump-sum payment from LRS, annual rent of $150,000 and $950,000 toward city refuse trucks. A separate ordinance would defer the municipal push tax until Dec. 31, 2026. The same session called for final approval of updated ambulance service fees and an amendment to the 2026 compensation plan for non-bargaining employees.

Accessory Dwelling Units and Algonquin Road Project

The Planning and Zoning Commission on June 22 took up a text amendment to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a special use in single-family residential districts. Requirements discussed included a maximum size of 1,000 square feet or 9% of the lot area, a two-bedroom cap and a 5-foot setback for new detached units. An application fee of $175 was proposed. Each ADU would require a public hearing and City Council approval. The commission also reviewed a special use permit and plat of subdivision for a human services facility at 2202-2230 Algonquin Road, including a vertical subdivision of the building into separate parcels.

Other City Business

• **Therapy Dog Program:** The Committee of the Whole reviewed a Human Services Therapy Dog Program featuring Pixie the Goldendoodle, with an initial investment of $2,690. The meeting agenda also included the FY 2025 city audit and actuarial reports for police and fire pension funds.
• **Capital Projects:** The Capital Projects Committee examined current utilities fund projects and a proposed five-year capital plan for fiscal years 2027 through 2031.
• **Veterans Committee:** Members recapped Memorial Day events and planned for the July 4th parade and a Veterans Dinner at Meridian Banquets.
• **Environmental Committee:** The committee reported 29 of 47 sustainability plan goals completed and a pending FEMA flood insurance application. A bicycle and pedestrian safety report identified crash risks on Kirchoff, Algonquin and Euclid roads. Committee members also planned a cultural dinner at Lagman House on July 25 (tickets $20, event cost ~$600), discussed a $60,000 public arts grant for murals or bike racks, and distributed 200 tickets for a September 27 Duck Race fundraiser.

Coming Up

No public meetings are listed on the city’s calendar for the next 14 days. Residents should monitor the official website for any late-added sessions or published minutes from the recent meetings.