Village of Homer Glen

The board meeting addressed several key items, including a public hearing for a stormwater management modification to permit underground detention for the Goodings Grove School parking lot expansion. Other business included the approval of a proclamation dedicating June as Mayors' Monarch Month, an intergovernmental agreement with Will County School District 92 for event parking, consideration of text amendments to the village code regarding business operations and zoning, and the ratification of a sports agreement for the Homer Athletic Club. The agenda also featured a presentation on NPDES Phase II, updates on long-running creek projects, the 2026 Plan Commission Annual Report, and executive sessions concerning personnel, pending litigation, public utilities, and real estate matters.

The commission held a public hearing for the Goodings Grove school project, involving a map amendment for rezoning and site improvement plans for a parking lot expansion, which included stormwater detention adjustments. The commission recommended approval of these requests to the Village Board. Additionally, the commission discussed content for the 2026 Plan Commission Annual Report, including potential zoning code amendments regarding housing stock, updates to ordinances for the upcoming fiscal year, the development of a new Village Comprehensive Plan, outreach and marketing strategies, and procedures for zoning requests.

The board transitioned from an executive session into the regular meeting, confirming that no final actions were taken during the executive session, and subsequently moved to adjourn the meeting.

The board meeting included community recognition for Homer Junior High bowling teams and the Lockport Township High School a cappella group. Discussions were held regarding a zoning request for the Cedar Glenn subdivision, with residents expressing concerns about water usage, traffic, noise, and safety impacts. A village manager report highlighted recent community events such as the kite festival and upcoming dedication ceremonies, and shared resources available for Mental Health Awareness Month.

The meeting included a public hearing and subsequent approval recommendations for a Map Amendment and site improvement plans for the Goodings Grove parking lot expansion. The commission discussed the content for the 2026 Plan Commission Annual Report, including potential zoning code amendments related to housing stock, updates to ordinances for the upcoming fiscal year, and strategies for improving public outreach and marketing. Additionally, the commission reviewed upcoming items, including variance requests for fence height and lot coverage, and received reports on recent Village Board actions.