Kate Borvan

The key discussions and actions taken during this meeting included the approval of the Consent Agenda, which contained five items such as the minutes of the previous meeting, an ordinance proposing a Special Service Area for Spencer Meadows, and an ordinance authorizing the disposal of surplus property (two lawn mowers) to the Village of Markham. The Board also approved a contract for 2026 turf mowing and lawn maintenance, with Romero Guzman Landscaping submitting the lowest bid. Furthermore, the Board approved a contract for painting piping at the Tinley Park Pump Station. Finally, disbursements totaling $4,159,514.54 and a payroll of $574,511.81 were approved.

The meeting commenced with recognition for National Athletic Training Month, where an athletic trainer presented on the critical role of athletic trainers in student athlete health, prevention, and rehabilitation. Following this, a public hearing was held regarding an extension and modification of the intergovernmental cooperative planning and jurisdictional boundary agreement with the Village of Manhattan, which involved slightly adjusting the boundary line and eliminating certain special provisions related to impact fees and densities. The board then approved a consent agenda containing several items, including minutes from a previous meeting, proposals for floor painting, vinyl platting services, geotechnical services, a contract extension for janitorial services, and an advertising agreement. Subsequent discussions and approvals covered authorizing the boundary agreement with Manhattan, approving a proposal for bridge enhancements on Galagger Road over I80 with EXP to include upgraded railings and potential logo incorporation, and waiving the formal bidding process for a proposal from Mottz Group to replace batters and catchers boxes at the Crossroads Sports Complex to ensure dual use for baseball and softball across all fields. Further actions included approving a waiver of permit and review fees for St. Jude Catholic Church remodeling, authorizing a license agreement for Midwest Snack and Beverage to place vending machines at the train station and public works building, and approving an amendment to an agreement with TRIA architects for the design of a low voltage system at the wastewater treatment plant. Finally, the board considered a proposal for the northeast parking lot design at the Crossroads Sports Complex.

The meeting included recognition for the New Lenox Football Association Elite Cheer Team and the Celtic Wrestling Club. The Consent Agenda covered approval of minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting, an Annual Zoning Map Update, and several Raffle Licenses. A significant discussion focused on a request for County Rezoning and Special Uses for a QuickRun Gas Station and Convenience Store at Parker Road and U.S. Route 6, which Staff and the Plan Commission recommended filing a legal objection against due to concerns over comprehensive plan compliance and traffic impact on the residential area of Parker Road. The Board voted to file this legal objection with Will County. Further business included consideration for Final P.U.D. Plats for Lakes Park Phase 2 (43 lots for single-family residences, 22 duplex units, and 40 townhomes) and Spencer Meadows Phase 1 (31 lots for single-family/cottage homes). The Board approved a resolution authorizing the sale of 8.75-acres adjacent to the New Lenox Crossroads Sports Complex for future commercial development, and approved the purchase of a utility van for Public Works. Resolutions were also approved authorizing a Rental Agreement with Pavlov Media, Inc. for fiber hub space and Use License Agreements with Perfect Game, True Lacrosse, LLC, Eclipse Select Soccer Club, and Legends Lacrosse for the Crossroads Sports Complex, along with a proposal for replacement sponsorship signs. Finally, a resolution was approved to demand payment on a Letter of Credit for La Poca Sicilia to fund remaining public improvements. The meeting concluded with approval of bi-monthly disbursements and payroll.

The meeting began with the recognition of Daisy Troop 76177 earning their democracy badge, followed by an intended recognition of cheerleaders. The board then addressed the consent agenda, which included minutes from two previous meetings in December 2025 and the approval of 2026 raffle licenses for St. Jude Church and School, and Lincolnway Special Recreck. Key business items included the approval of a three-lot subdivision plat for the Cherry Hill Triangle property, which involved site plan approval for an Automan facility expansion and future industrial development. The board also considered an ordinance amending a special use permit for the Tierling Lakes amenity center, specifically regarding changing an 1880 sq ft enclosed glass patio to an unenclosed, masonry-fenced outdoor area with a fireplace, requiring an easement vacation to accommodate the structure. Discussion centered on the timeline for eventually enclosing the patio and the aesthetics of the temporary masonry enclosure.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and a roll call. Key agenda items included the approval of the consent agenda, which contained minutes from the previous regular meeting, an ordinance proposing a special service area for Spencer Meadows, authorization for the disposal of surplus property (two lawnmowers) and a letter of agreement with the Village of Markham for their purchase, and a resolution objecting to the rezoning of certain vacant land in unincorporated Will County. A proclamation for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month was also addressed. The Board subsequently approved a two-year contract for turf mowing and landscape maintenance, with Romero Guzman Landscaping Inc. being the lowest bidder. Furthermore, approval was granted for a contract to paint the piping at the Timley Park pump station for $24,980. The financial section covered the approval of bimonthly disbursements totaling $4,159,514.54 and payroll in the amount of $574,511.81 paid on February 6, 2026. The session concluded without an executive session.