Michael Spolar

The City of Hickory Hills warrant list includes various financial transactions, such as payments to the Illinois Department of Revenue for SIT, the Internal Revenue Service for FICA and Medicare, and Healthcare Service Corporation for medical premiums. Payments were also made to utility companies like Commonwealth Edison and Nicor Gas for services at different locations, as well as to various vendors for maintenance, repairs, and supplies. Additional transactions include insurance premiums, postage refills, and professional services.

The meeting included the swearing in of a new Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief. Reports were given by the City Clerk, including upcoming events such as a baseball/softball opening day parade, a craft show, and a blood drive. The Treasurer's report was approved. The City Engineer recommended, and the council approved, awarding a contract for a water main replacement project to Riccio Construction Corp. and approved an invoice for work on another project. Bills payable were approved. The Public Safety Committee approved promotions within the Police Department and the hiring of a new officer. The Public Works Committee approved a resolution for a Community Block Grant application for road resurfacing. A business license application was tabled. The Mayor expressed appreciation for the service of the retiring Police Chief.

The meeting included a swearing-in ceremony for a new probationary patrol officer. Financial reports were reviewed and approved, including bills payable. A grant request to the U.S. Department of Transportation was submitted. The council approved an asphalt patch replacement project bid. Updates were provided on various city initiatives, including the Hickory Hills Street Fair, Constitution Week, a community blood drive, and National Night Out. Discussions also covered the city's general health insurance policy, the purchase of a UTV vehicle, and the use of Cook County Animal Control for stray animals.

The council meeting addressed several key items. A liquor license request for the St. Patricia Ministry Polish Fest was approved, with fees waived. The November 28th and December 26th council meetings were cancelled due to holidays. The City Clerk reported on upcoming events, including a blood drive and Veteran's Day ceremony, and provided an update on the 5K Walk/Run Race. Bills payable for the second half of October 2024 were approved. Public Works reported on the 2025 street renovation program and the awarding of a contract for tree removal. Two business license applications were presented and approved. The Halloween Trunk and Treat children's party was noted as ready for October 26th.

The Hickory Hills City Council meeting addressed several key items. The City Clerk received a sign request from the Hills Baseball/Softball Association. The Treasurer's reports for July and August 2024 were approved. Several invoices were approved for payment, related to the 88th Avenue Detention Pond Project, Sanitary Sewer Cured-In-Place Pipelining Project, and the 87th Street and Roberts Road Project. These projects were fully funded by grants. Bills payable for December 2024 were approved. An intergovernmental agreement with the Hometown Fire Protection District for dispatch services was approved. A business license application for EXIT Realty Redefined was noted. The Children's Christmas Party and Lights of Hickory Hills contest were mentioned.