Dennis Johnson

The meeting included the review and approval of the Claims List totaling $375,264.01. The board approved the reappointment of Seth Bransky to the Planning and Zoning Commission. During audience participation, a resident urged the board to vote in a college election and endorse the repeal of the Johnson Act. The board also welcomed the new Economic and Community Development Director, Angela Mesaros, who was sworn in. Omnibus items approved included an ordinance granting a sign variance for Grady's Snack N' Dine, renewal of the labor attorney contract with Laner Muchin Ltd., approval of the Fire Union Contract with Local 3656, rejection of SCADA system upgrade bids leading to deferral of that item, awarding a copier lease agreement to Gordon Flesch, and approval for a budget amendment and purchase of a Ford Utility Police Interceptor, while rejecting initial bids. The session concluded with a review of the 2017-2019 Budget Review, which noted a projected surplus, followed by an executive session to discuss a personnel issue.

The Board of Trustees reviewed and approved the Claims List totaling $869,793.06. Discussion clarified that a significant portion of the water bill payment to the City of Chicago is now made directly, with a percentage being withheld to cover infrastructure maintenance in Harvey. The board also approved the reappointment of two members to committees: Barbara Ferrari to the Stormwater Resources Committee and Joseph Krol to the Rail Committee. The Omnibus Vote included passing an ordinance for a handicapped accessible ramp variation, approving a Resignation Agreement and Release, proposing a Downtown TOD TIF District designation and public hearing, approving past Executive Session minutes, releasing prior Executive Session minutes from confidential treatment, supporting a Class 8 property tax designation for Culver's of Homewood, and accepting several 2016 Annual Reports from various committees. Additionally, the Omnibus Vote included budget amendments and bid awards for the Southgate Streetscape Lighting Project. During public discussion regarding the TIF District, concerns were raised about the proposed 23-year term, though the Village Manager explained the necessity for the full term length, noting the possibility of early termination if objectives are met. Concerns about the Class 8 Property Tax Designation for Culver's were also addressed.

The regular meeting addressed several items including the review and approval of the Claims List totaling $140,065.56. The board approved the appointment of Brent Thompson to the Veterans Committee, who then took the oath of office. Key actions under the Omnibus Vote included passing an ordinance approving a Zoning Map Amendment for 18132 Martin Avenue to change the zoning from R-3 to B-1/DO, and passing a resolution appropriating $370,000 from the Motor Fuel Tax fund for street resurfacing under the 2017 MFT Street Resurfacing Program. Additionally, the board accepted the 2016 Annual Reports from the Fire Pension Board, Veterans Committee, Foreign Fire Tax Insurance Board, and Community Relations Commission. General discussion included an announcement regarding a local Lenten Fish Fry and an invitation for residents to share concerns with a Trustee.

The agenda for the Board of Trustees meeting included administering the Oath of Office to two new Police Officers, Rocco Giannelli and Henry Renken. The Omnibus Vote section covered numerous actions, including the renewal of permits for the outdoor sale of alcoholic beverages for several establishments, the renewal of various scavenger licenses, and passing ordinances concerning liquor license requirements and the sale of surplus equipment. Further items included authorizing contract renewals for street sweeping and pavement marking services, a custodial services renewal, and entering into leasing agreements for Toughbook laptops and Surface Pro/Motion Rugged tablets for Police and Fire Departments. The Board was also set to award bids for multiple projects, such as the Police Department Entrance Ramp Replacement, and the purchase of crushed limestone and bituminous mixes. A significant discussion involved approving the necessary ordinances to establish and adopt the Downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District, including the Redevelopment Plan and Project.

The regular meeting included the review and approval of the Claims List totaling $297,642.17. The Police Department introduced and administered the oath of office to two newly hired officers. The Omnibus Vote section covered several significant actions, including the renewal of permits for outdoor sale of alcoholic beverages, renewal of scavenger and limited scavenger licenses, passing ordinances concerning liquor license requirements and the sale of surplus equipment, authorizing a raffle license for the Flossmoor Service League, and renewing contracts for street sweeping, pavement marking, and custodial services. Additionally, the board authorized leasing agreements for Toughbook laptops and Surface Pro/Motion tablets, awarded bids for the Police Department ramp replacement project, the purchase of crushed limestone, bituminous mixes, and the 2017 MFT Street Resurfacing Program. Crucially, the board passed ordinances related to the Downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District, approving the Redevelopment Plan, designating the Project Area, and adopting tax increment allocation financing. The meeting concluded with an executive session to discuss potential settlement or litigation.