Township of Batavia

The meeting included a review of bank balances and budget reports, noting a shortage in the General Fund budget that required holding some bill payments. The board approved payments for March General Fund, Assessor's Fund, and Road District bills. The Road Commissioner reported on roadside trash pickup progress and updates on the new plow truck body and a purchased stump grinder. Key old business involved the approval of the 2025-2026 Budget and Appropriation Ordinances for the General Town Fund, General Assistance Fund, Mental Health Fund, and the Road District Funds. New business included approving the agenda for the upcoming April Annual Town Meeting, keeping specific executive session minutes confidential, and passing a resolution expressing opposition to state legislation proposing the consolidation of township government.

The meeting included a review of bank balances and budget reports for the third month of the fiscal year 2025-2026, noting over $8,000 in earned interest. Approval was granted for General Town Fund bills totaling $87,382.65 and Road District bills totaling $168,759.35 for June payments. The Assessor reported that 2025 tax year assessments are complete and published according to the County's schedule. The Road Commissioner reported completion of work on Nelson Lake Road and ongoing crack filling activities. The Amended Budget and Appropriation Ordinance AB2025-2026 was approved following a preceding budget hearing. Township officials were instructed to report attendance for the upcoming TOI conference in November 2025. The session concluded with an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

Key discussions included a review of bank balances and budget reports for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, noting the receipt of the first property tax installment and the upcoming accounting fee for the next audit. Payments for the June General Fund, Assessor's Fund, and Road District bills were approved. The Assessor reported that 2025 tax year assessments have been submitted to Kane County. The road crew's efforts in clearing storm damage on Woodland Avenue and Shagbark Drive were noted, receiving positive community feedback. New business involved approving an Intergovernmental Agreement for fund exchange between the Road District and the Township, installing John West as the primary administrator for certain bank accounts, and unanimously approving appointments to the Batavia 708 Board. In old business, the board addressed the failed negotiation for the office lease and confirmed the Township office will relocate to a new address on June 17. The board also scheduled a Public Hearing for the proposed Amended Budget and Appropriation Ordinance B2025-2026 for July 8, 2025.

The meeting commenced with the Supervisor's report, noting that bill payments are being held due to a General Fund shortage, that the 2022-2023 fiscal year audit is underway, and that a pending case before the Illinois Human Rights Commission has been dismissed. The Board approved February bills for the Road District, General Fund, and Assessor's Fund. The Assessor reported on the completion of 2024 taxpayer assessment complaint reviews and efforts to incorporate building permit data for improved property valuation. The Road Commissioner noted seasonal work on trimming and equipment maintenance. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the continued review of the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget, covering anticipated revenues, expenditures by fund, and discussions regarding the allocation formula for shared office expenses between the Supervisor and Assessor's offices. The Board subsequently approved several internal budget transfers between line items within the General Fund and Assessor's Fund. The meeting concluded with an executive session to discuss legal matters.

The meeting included a review of bank balances and budget reports as of September 30, 2025, noting the receipt of additional property tax revenue and upcoming final disbursement to the 708 Mental Health Board. The Supervisor reported ongoing work on the FY 23/24 Audit and presented the Levy and Appropriation Ordinances for fiscal year 2026-2027. The Board approved payment of October bills for both the Assessor's Office/Supervisor's Office ($220,239.09) and the Road District ($24,138.27). The Assessor reported on property analysis, completed appeals, and recording of new construction. The Road Commissioner announced the start date for leaf pickup and reported maintenance completion on a storm drain. New Business featured the administration of the Oath of Office for Trustee Michelle Hilliard as Deputy Township Clerk, and the unanimous passage of two resolutions: one supporting the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and another regarding Freedom of Information Act procedures. The Board also supported rescheduling the November meeting.