Elizabeth Davies

The proceedings began with a public hearing regarding a proposed annexation agreement amendment, which concluded without public comment. The subsequent regular meeting addressed several items. Key actions included the approval of the Treasurer's Report and the payment of bills. The Board approved Ordinance No. 2026-0-01, which amends the annexation agreement for the Belvidere West Commons parcel located at 780 E. Belvidere Rd. Furthermore, Ordinance No. 2026-0-02 was approved, authorizing the disposal of surplus Village property.

The agenda for this meeting includes the approval of minutes from the Regular Meeting and Executive Session of January 6, 2026, and the approval of Treasurer's Reports and payment of bills for the periods of January 20, 2026, and February 3, 2026. Key actions for consideration involve approving an additional street closure for the Chamber of Commerce St. Patrick's Day event, approving a revised cost and waiver of bid for the Village Hall window replacement, and approving an updated Lake County Retail Sewer and Water Agreement. Additionally, the Board will consider ordinances concerning a shed variance (Ordinance No. 2026-0-03) and an AT&T Special Use Permit (Ordinance No. 2026-0-04). The Board will also consider authorizing the execution of standard right-of-way permitting agreements for fiber optic installations and accepting a sketch plan for a proposed attached single-family residential development.

The session included a Public Hearing regarding an Annexation Agreement. Key agenda items for the Village Board Meeting involve considering the approval of the Treasurer's Report and authorization for payment of bills dated January 6, 2026. Additionally, the Board will consider Ordinance No. 2026-0-01, which amends the annexation agreement for Belvidere West Commons by replacing the Site Plan and Retail Elevations for the property at 780 E. Belvidere Rd. Another ordinance under consideration, Ordinance No. 2026-0-02, authorizes the disposal of surplus property, specifically one soft serve machine and six computer monitors. The agenda also reserved time for an Executive Session to discuss pending litigation.

The Board meeting agenda included several items for consideration. Key discussions involved the Treasurer's Report and authorization for the payment of bills for the reporting period ending December 16, 2025. The Board was also set to consider Resolution No. 956 regarding a PSEBA benefit application. Furthermore, the agenda listed consideration for Resolution No. 958, which supports the dissolution of the Avon Fremont Drainage District, transferring regular maintenance of Mill Creek to the involved municipalities. Finally, the Board planned to consider Ordinance No. 2025-0-53, granting a special use permit for a massage establishment at 100 N. Atkinson Road.

The 2017 Grayslake Sustainability Plan outlines the Village's sustainability efforts from 2017 to 2027, building on previous environmental protection activities and participation in regional initiatives. It focuses on aligning with the Greenest Region Compact 2 (GRC2) goals, including climate action, economic development, energy efficiency, land conservation, mobility, municipal operations, waste reduction, and water stewardship. The plan includes specific initiatives, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting sustainable economic development, enhancing energy efficiency in buildings, conserving natural features, supporting active transportation, integrating sustainability into municipal operations, improving waste management, and practicing water stewardship.