David Howe

The Village Board of Trustees meeting on October 16, 2024, will include approval of minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting, department reports from Engineering, Public Works, Treasurer, and Wastewater, and a discussion to approve check disbursements totaling $254,512.33. The board will also discuss the purchase of a new welder for Public Works and set trick-or-treating hours for October 31st. Future meeting dates are also noted.

The Village Board of Trustees meeting on December 11, 2024, will discuss and approve several ordinances, including those related to tax levies, special use variances (17314 Poplar Grove Road), charitable contributions, credit card policies, hiring procedures, Village Treasurer duties, elected officials' travel reimbursements, and purchasing procedures. Additionally, they will review the 2025 meeting schedule, the winter quarterly newsletter, and potential repairs/replacements at Lions Park and the SWWTP. An executive session will be held to discuss personnel matters.

The Poplar Grove Village Board of Trustees meeting on December 18, 2024, will cover check disbursements, CodeRed training, and several ordinances. Key ordinances include resolutions for hydrant replacement on Bullard Street and tax abatements for general obligation refunding bonds from 2012B, 2015, and 2015B. A lease agreement with Kelly A. Kolec for dog grooming services will also be discussed.

The Village Board of Trustees meeting on January 8, 2025, focused on approving the minutes from the December 11, 2024, meeting and Ordinance 2025-01, which adopts a comprehensive plan update for Poplar Grove. Public comment was received, and various ordinances were discussed and approved, including those related to taxes, special use permits, charitable contributions, credit card policies, hiring procedures, travel reimbursements, and purchasing procedures. A new seasonal public works position was also approved.

The Village Board of Trustees meeting on January 15, 2025, will include approval of the December 18, 2024, meeting minutes, public comment, and presentations from various departments (Public Works, Treasurer, Engineer, and Wastewater). Key agenda items include approving check disbursements totaling $318,544.01, purchasing a 2025 International HV Series Plow Truck, addressing fluctuating water bills, and an executive session to discuss personnel, pending litigation, and collective bargaining matters.