Township of Plainfield

The Board approved funding for multiple after-school music arts programs for the Plainfield School District. Additionally, they approved the audit for the fiscal year 2022-2023, adopted the Town Levy and Road and Bridge Levy ordinances for the upcoming fiscal year, approved a revised employee handbook, and authorized a technology improvement proposal. The Board also reviewed reports from various departments, authorized payments for Town Fund and Road and Bridge bills, and discussed real property acquisition during a closed session.

The board adopted ordinances regarding public hearing matters and addressed several new business items, including the approval of a road district surplus equipment request, a landscaping project for picnic tables, and a general assistance software service contract. Reports were provided on new construction, equipment surplus, and intergovernmental agreements. Additionally, the board recognized a grant secured for roof improvements, discussed a potential partnership for senior services, and authorized the payment of various town fund and road and bridge bills.

The Board of Trustees meeting covered several key items, including the decision to continue tabling the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA). New business actions included authorizing a joint funding agreement with the US Department of Interior and US Geological Survey for the DuPage River gauge, approving expenses for the Abilities Team plant event, approving a landscape project at the Administration Building, and approving a surplus equipment request for the Highway Department. The board also reviewed reports from various officials, including an update on the tax appeal season, a report on paving completion, updates on shuttle bus investigations, and a summary of damage to the Community Center. Finally, the board approved both Town Fund and Road and Bridge fund bills.

The board meeting included updates from the Administrator regarding the food pantry grant, a new truck, and a request from the library to use the facility. Reports were provided on cemetery operations, capital improvements, specifically noting passport revenue, and scholarship application deadlines for youth services. The board authorized payment of Town Fund bills and Road and Bridge bills. Additionally, the board entered into a closed session to discuss the potential purchase or lease of real property, with no action taken upon reconvening.

The board discussed and approved several items, including the Township Handbook, the annual maintenance contract for administration grounds, and a resolution to apply for CDBG funds. The board also accepted the annual audit and approved an engagement proposal for the upcoming audit. Reports were presented regarding ongoing activities such as cemetery developments, capital improvement planning, and flooding discussions with county engineers. Additionally, the board authorized the payment of Town Fund and Road and Bridge bills.