Craig Gerrits

The Village Board meeting agenda for January 5, 2026, includes consideration and action on several items. Key New Business topics include the Certificate for Payment #1 to Great Lakes TV Seal, Inc. for the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Cleaning & Televising work, a request for approval to transfer the investment of Village Tax Incremental Finance (TIF) Money Market Funds to American Deposit Management (ADM) for greater investment potential, and approval of a WE Energies Underground Distribution Easement for a permanent electrical feed to the Water Tower at 426 W. Kimberly Ave. The agenda also covers public participation.

The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, a moment of silent reflection, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the November 18, 2025, meeting minutes. There is no public hearing scheduled. New business includes a site and architectural review amendment for Rebman Plumbing and a preliminary plat review for The Blues.

The Village Board agenda includes items for consideration and action such as awarding a bid for the Sunset Park Master Plan, reviewing change orders and a certificate for payment related to the Kimberly Street & Parks Dept. Building, accepting the resignation of the Municipal Judge, and approving bills and claims. The board will also receive minutes from the Water Commission, Library Board, and Plan Commission meetings. Reports from various directors and the Interim Chief of Police will be presented. Additionally, there will be a closed session to discuss competitive or bargaining reasons related to properties in TID No. 6 and police services, as well as employment matters of the municipal court.

The Village Board agenda includes several key items for consideration and action. These include approving bills and claims, receiving minutes from the Water Commission, Library Board, and Plan Commission, and reports from various department heads such as the Interim Chief of Police, Fire Chief, Administrator/Director of Public Works, Community Development Director, Community Enrichment Director, Library Director, and Clerk-Treasurer. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss specific public business related to properties in TID No. 6, with potential action following the closed session.

The meeting addressed the status of the Fox Valley Metropolitan Police Department and the timeline for hiring a new police chief. Discussions included reviewing the current job description, establishing by-laws, and planning the hiring process, including a joint meeting to discuss the timeline, interview questions, and community involvement. The outgoing and interim Police Chiefs provided updates, including information on special events, handling speeding complaints, and a proposal for quarterly 'Chats with the Chief' sessions. Additionally, a suggestion was made for the commission members to participate in a ride-along with a department officer.