Scott Gartner

The board meeting included discussion and a motion to approve a special use for a proposed softball training facility located at 935 Carne Court. The facility aims to focus on developing expert-level batting and pitching instruction for youth and high school athletes within the business park district. The staff recommended the approval of the special use, subject to compliance with village engineer and fire protection district standards.

The meeting included discussions on a ticket sales tax rebate agreement, which was tabled for a later meeting due to unsettled provisions. The board approved an ordinance authorizing a procedure for public comment at meetings, with an amendment to include the public in refraining from derogatory comments. A settlement agreement with Commonwealth Edison Company and Azavar Audit Solutions, Inc. was approved. Additionally, an ordinance amending the Antioch Village Code regarding licenses for the retail sale of tobacco products was approved, eliminating a cap on the number of licenses permitted.

The public hearing was called to order to discuss the Annual Appropriation Ordinance. Administrator Haley reviewed minor changes to the copies of the ordinances and discussed a correction listed under Capital Building and Equipment. Haley explained the differences between a budget and the appropriation ordinance, noting that State Statute requires the appropriation ordinance and the Village cannot spend any money unless it is appropriated. The appropriation amounts are considerably higher than the budget numbers for the purpose of emergencies or unknown expenses.

The meeting included discussions on various topics such as the Women's History Month Proclamation, appointment of a member to the Planning and Zoning Commission, MFT IDOT Resolutions, sales tax revenue report, and banners in the downtown area. The board also discussed a proposed industrial park development, a rear yard variation request, and the nomination of Jim Gutowski as Wastewater Operator of the Year. Additionally, there were discussions on payments of invoices, escrow, financial reports, the Tim Osmond Sports Park, and an ordinance clarifying qualifying properties under the Façade Improvement Program.

The meeting included the appointment of Nicholas Piccard to the Police & Fire Commission and the welcoming of Pawfficer Flow to the team. The board ratified payment of accounts payable, considered the determination of amounts to be raised by taxation for the upcoming year, and authorized the purchase of a Dodge Durango Police Pursuit Vehicle. Updates were provided on the Bitner property, the search for a finance director, the Community Development Director position, and the Village Hall project. The leaf vacuuming schedule was discussed, and an update was given on the Veteran's Memorial.