John M. Ramos

The board discussed several municipal items, including upcoming community events, the announcement of village sticker sales, and financial matters involving bill payments and payroll. Public safety updates covered a grant for squad cameras and local golf outing events. A water rate fee increase was proposed in response to adjustments from the City of Chicago. Legislative actions included the approval of an auditing services engagement letter, support for a resolution regarding Municipal Housing Authority, and the issuance of new business licenses for two local establishments. Additionally, the golf course operations report provided an update on upcoming seasonal events and maintenance.

The board discussed several items including the status of building permits for outdoor presentations and upcoming community events. Bid results for the recreation area multi-use path were presented with a recommendation to award the contract to D. Construction. The finance report addressed the approval of a bill list, and the public safety report detailed recent criminal arrests, events, and the results of a charity polar plunge. Additionally, the board moved to authorize the disposal of surplus police equipment and reviewed a business license application for a new Mediterranean food establishment, contingent on passing safety inspections. A request for clarification on planned work at the recreation area was also addressed.

The Board discussed several community events and upcoming election information. Key items included a resolution to release and destroy executive session minutes, approval of a bill list totaling $82,513.50, and approval of February payroll totaling $407,011.72. The Board also addressed concerns regarding land use, the impact of special use business permits on the village tax base, and potential zoning ordinances for changing business types, with requests for legal counsel to explore options for managing tax-exempt entities in commercial spaces.

The board meeting agenda includes reports from the village president, clerk, trustees, and the attorney. Key action items include discussing and potentially directing the attorney on a City of Chicago Water Department memo, adopting an ordinance for an auditing services engagement letter, and passing a resolution in support of the Municipal Housing Authority. Additionally, the board will consider two business license applications for new businesses located on W. 111th Street, subject to inspection and code compliance.

Key discussions and actions during the meeting included announcements regarding upcoming community events, such as a Middle Eastern Conflict Ceremony and several Fish Frys. Financial matters involved the approval of a bill list, expenditure for beautification flowers and plants to be funded by Hotel/Motel Tax, and the proposed purchase of a trailer for the golf course, offset by the sale of unused mowers. The board also discussed and adopted Ordinance 2026-08, approving an agreement with Paycom Payroll, LLC for Payroll and Human Capital Management Services after legal review of the terms. Public safety reports covered criminal arrests, mileage, and total events for December. Public Works reported on January water quality compliance, watermain breaks, and progress on roadway resurfacing and bike trail projects. The board adopted Ordinance 2026-06 to rezone property on S. Harlem Avenue and approved Ordinance 2026-07, granting a special use permit for a Medical Supply and Service Office, while also approving the associated business license. Building department statistics for January 2026 showed an increase in issued permits and collected fees compared to January 2025. The consent agenda, which was established and adopted, included approvals for several financial items and ordinances.