Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Drew Awsumb’s organization
Aug 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Mayor's Advisory Board Meeting
The board conducted interviews for vacancies on the O'Hare Airport Commission and the Youth Commission. Candidates presented their qualifications, experience, and goals for service. Following deliberations, the board recommended the reappointment of Gene Sims and the appointment of Danielle Crawford to the Youth Commission, as well as the reappointment of John Mays and the appointment of Meghan Roberts to the O'Hare Airport Commission. Additionally, the board discussed potential revisions to quorum requirements for the Youth Commission.
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Committee Of The Whole Of The Park Ridge City Council Committee Of The Whole Meeting
The committee meeting addressed several operational and financial matters. Key actions included approving a new lease agreement for a cell tower at the Dee Road Train Station and a lease for food services at the Uptown Train Station. The committee awarded several public works contracts, including agreements for aggregate material delivery and debris hauling, a sidewalk grinding program, and a contract extension for thermoplastic pavement marking. Additionally, the committee approved a feasibility study for the Police Station and a contract extension for Fire Department uniforms, along with a capital purchase for a SCBA compressor and fill station. Department reports provided updates on the Dee Road resurfacing project and the impact of the City of Des Plaines' withdrawal from the Red Center.
Jul 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Park Ridge City Council Committee Of The Whole Meeting
The council approved a purchase order for police recruit training and reviewed operational reports for both the police and fire departments, including updates on school resource officers, recent fire incidents, and ambulance utilization. Furthermore, the council passed a resolution establishing a mural program for publicly owned property and an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding the permit extension process for building projects. The council also held discussions concerning potential trademarking and copyrighting for branding materials associated with the city's farmers market.
Jun 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Committee of the Whole of the Park Ridge City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
The committee reviewed departmental reports from Police and Fire services, including community engagement and patrol updates. A public hearing was held regarding the establishment of a Special Service Area for alley paving. The committee approved a budget amendment and purchase order increase for SCADA system upgrades. Administrative actions included the appointment of representatives to the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County. Additionally, the committee discussed potential amendments to the ordinance regarding native plants versus weeds and reviewed a proposed program for permitting murals on public properties.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
