Linda Moomey

The board discussed financial reports, including fund balances and bank transitions. A preliminary budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year was filed for review. Updates were provided regarding the aquatic center project, skate park equipment upgrades, and infrastructure maintenance at the park office. The board approved event requests for community walks and discussed concert sponsorships. Administrative reports covered payroll, software updates, and organizational improvements. Additionally, the board voted to terminate the employment of the Recreational Director.

The meeting focused primarily on a working session with Landmark Aquatic regarding proposed changes and adjustments to a bid, likely related to pool or park facilities. Key discussion points included modifications to road repair and pathways, reducing the number of diving boards to one, adding a family bathroom by the pumphouse, increasing concrete deck space for swim meets, selecting coil doors for the storage area, adjusting space in the plunge pool for lessons and aerobics, removing sections of fence configuration, adjusting the splash pad for seating, and moving a shade structure to cover day campers. Concession stand requirements were also discussed, with preference given to pumphouse tablet feed. A few items regarding color choices and prep work east of the bathhouse were tabled. A special meeting with Landmark Aquatic was requested for December 15th to finalize drawings and begin preliminary maintenance work. Marlane Miller was established as the point person for approvals with Sherri Craggs and Linda Moomey managing communications with Landmark Aquatics.

The meeting agenda included a Finance Committee session prior to the main board meeting. Key discussion items included the Treasurer's Report, correspondence and public comments, New Business concerning Sikich CPA LLC and MEC Consulting Service, and Old Business related to the Pool Build. Reports were scheduled from the Maintenance Superintendent, Recreation Director, and Office Administrator. Committee reports covered the approval for payment of bills and approval for reports. The session concluded with two scheduled Executive Sessions.

The meeting agenda included a Finance Committee session prior to the main meeting. Key discussion points covered the Treasurer's Report, correspondence, and public comments, including items related to CNB. New Business featured the presentation of the Budget for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 to be placed on file. Old Business included discussions regarding Sawyer Falduto Asset Management, LLC, the Pool Rebuild, Skate Park Improvements, the MEC Report, and 2026 IAPD membership cards. Reports were scheduled from the Maintenance Superintendent, Recreation Director, and Office Administrator. Committee reports covered the approval for payment of bills and approval for reports. The agenda concluded with discussions held in Executive Session concerning ILCS 120/2(c) (1) and ILCS 120/2(c) (11) before a motion to adjourn.

The board meeting addressed the Treasurer's Report detailing fund balances as of December 31, 2025, and the approval of all bills presented. New business included the acceptance of a Statement of Work from Sikich CPA LLC for the fiscal year 2025-2026 audit and the approval of an agreement with Midwest Environmental Consulting Service to review IEPA-related paperwork and testing. During old business, the board reviewed a PowerPoint presentation regarding pool structure colors and types, deciding on most items while tabling others for discussion with Landmark Aquatic. Maintenance and administrative reports covered topics such as Christmas light conversion, pending repairs, pesticide license renewal, and high attendance figures for the CITP drive-through event. The board authorized the Maintenance Supervisor to remove unruly participants from CITP. Financial updates included the first payment sent to Landmark Aquatics and the reconciliation of bank accounts. The board also held an executive session.