Frank DeSimone

The agenda for the Village Board meeting included a public hearing for the presentation of a Life Saving Award to an officer and a Unit Citation Award to several personnel. Key action items involved approving several ordinances and resolutions. These included granting Special Use Permits for wholesale grocery distribution, motor vehicle repair/service uses at multiple locations, and a day care center. The board also addressed an ordinance annexing territory, a licensing agreement with O'Hare Auto Body, and amendments to the Village Code concerning fire pump test inspection fees and roof drain assemblies. Further items included approving a Purchase and Sale Agreement for property, authorizing borrowing funds for water tower rehabilitation, and entering into agreements for fiber optic installation review and construction improvements for the South Industrial Business District. Resolutions authorized contracts for mosquito abatement services, window treatments, and water/wastewater SCADA system improvements. The board also reviewed and authorized the closeout of Motor Fuel Tax funds for 2022 and 2023 roadway maintenance, authorized a contract for a predictive mobility solution related to rail traffic, approved the purchase of sodium hypochlorite, and authorized the purchase of two pumps and motors for the non-potable water system. The action items also covered granting zoning variations for mechanical equipment placement and approving an economic incentive agreement with Consolidated Electrical Distributors.

The meeting addressed several key items, including the approval of IPPFA annual membership dues payment and the setting of 2026 quarterly meeting dates. A special election was held by acclamation to fill the active member position following a resignation, resulting in Officer Thomas Tarnacki winning the seat, who subsequently received approval for new member training. A trustee's expired position was also certified by acclamation. The board accepted two new Tier II members, Probationary Police Officers David Dziekonski and Kristina Pylypiv. Benefit continuation for one pensioner was approved subject to an annual exam, and an annual exam was approved for another pensioner. From a financial perspective, the board adopted the recommended municipal contribution amount of $1,706,664.00, authorized MCR, accepted monthly financial statements, and increased the IPOPIF monthly recurring withdrawal amount to $196,000 due to COLA adjustments. Finally, several legal updates were reviewed, and payments for professional invoices were approved.

The Community Development Commission meeting agenda included several action items requiring public hearings and consideration for Special Use Permits and Zoning Variations. Key cases involved CDC Case 2026-03 for Doctor Rooter and Plumbing Inc. at 1029-1033 Bryn Mawr Avenue regarding vehicle repair services and multiple variations for an installed pretreatment device, where conditions were added concerning the permanent structure deadline. CDC Case 2026-04 involved Stanmark Foods LLC seeking a Special Use Permit for warehousing/distribution at 201 William Street, with staff recommending approval contingent on a robust rodent mitigation plan and sprinkler system for future expansion. CDC Case 2026-05 concerned multiple zoning variations and a Special Use Permit for warehousing/distribution at 540 County Line Road. CDC Case 2026-06 involved Car Hunter Express Inc. requesting a Special Use Permit for vehicle repair limited to dealership vehicles at 768 Thomas Drive. The agenda also included reviewing minutes from the January 6, 2026, Community Development Commission Meeting and the January 28, 2026, Special Community Development Commission Meeting, which consisted only of a Citizen Planner Training.

The Village Board meeting included the reading of proclamations honoring the Emergency Management Coordinator for fifty years of service and the Bensenville / Wood Dale Raiders TCYFL Super Bowl Champions. Key actions involved approving Warrant No. 25/12 for $7,659,510.54. The Board adopted Ordinance No. 58-2025 to increase the number of Class E1 Liquor Licenses from 13 to 14 for Tee's Slice of Chicago. Resolution No. R-132-2025 granted advice and consent to the appointment of John Schammert to the Community Development Commission. The Board also adopted ordinances granting a Special Use Permit for food processing at 1001 Entry Drive and denying a Special Use Permit request for motor vehicle repair/service at 1061 Waveland Avenue, while granting one for motor vehicle repair/service at 226 Park Street. Further actions included approving a Plat of Subdivision consolidation, approving a Plat of Easement for Stormwater Management, authorizing an agreement with Sikich for Audit Services for 2025-2027, and adopting ordinances to regulate motor vehicle truck weight limits and truck routes. Resolutions were passed regarding the close out of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) funds for 2025, appropriating MFT funds for 2026, approving a 2026 Approved Vendor List, authorizing a contract extension for Biosolids Hauling, and authorizing payment for an emergency sewer repair. Additionally, resolutions were approved for a purchase order for the PACE Paratransit Local Share Agreement and a contract extension with Al Warren Oil Company for fuel services.

The Special Community Development Commission meeting included a Citizen Planner Training session conducted by Katie Ashbaugh and David Silverman, which led to a general discussion. There were no minutes presented for approval and no public comments were received during the meeting.