J. Michael Duebner

The Village Board of Trustees agenda included several key items, such as the presentation of proclamations for Memorial Day and National Safe Boating Week, as well as fire oath of office ceremonies. The board reviewed a performance-based bonus for the Village Manager and discussed an ordinance amendment regarding the SWALCO Intergovernmental Agreement. New business topics included a Right-of-Way Agreement with Ezee Fiber Texas, LLC to build a fiber optic network, the approval of a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150, and the award of a contract for the 2026 Utility Improvements Project to PirTano Construction Company. Additionally, the meeting included reports from the President, trustees, and staff, followed by an executive session to address litigation, real estate matters, and internal review.

The Board discussed and acted upon several consent agenda items including an ordinance granting a zoning variation for an accessory structure, authorization for the purchase of a 2027 bucket truck and a 2026 Ford Police Interceptor utility vehicle, the release of a letter of credit for a property development, and the approval of the 2026 concrete flatwork contract. New business included an ordinance for budget amendments related to staffing reclassifications, the approval of a contract for the construction of the Oakwood booster pump station and water storage reservoir, and a courtesy review of a proposed residential development project. The meeting concluded with an executive session regarding personnel and executive session minutes.

The board discussed and took action on several items including a Memorandum of Understanding for emergency communications, a special use permit for a thrift store, and a map amendment and special use permit for an automobile lubricating service station. Other key topics included awarding a contract for exterior improvements at the Village Hall, considering an ordinance for a video gaming license at a grocery store, and receiving a presentation on the annual comprehensive financial report for fiscal year 2024. The board also convened into an executive session to discuss real estate and personnel matters.

The board meeting agenda included several key items such as the approval of a semi-monthly warrant register and the awarding of a contract for the 2026 Seal Coating Program to Patriot Pavement Maintenance. New business focused on conducting courtesy reviews for two proposed projects: the adaptive reuse of a former furniture store into a child daycare facility and the conversion of a church parsonage into a transitional services facility. Additionally, the meeting included a President's report and a review of monthly data metrics.

The meeting includes a President's report featuring proclamations for National Police Week and National Public Works Week. The consent agenda covers a semi-monthly warrant register and a private event reservation request for a family event at the Paulus Park Playground Pavilion. Additionally, an executive session is scheduled to review minutes, discuss personnel matters, address property purchase or lease, and evaluate potential litigation.