Village of Tinley Park

The commission reviewed and approved a Façade Grant application for Primal Cut located at 17344 Oak Park Avenue. Additionally, staff provided updates regarding several ongoing projects including the Business Breakfast, 7 Brew, 5/3 Bank, the Sports Dome, the Brookside Creek Retail Center, Crana, and a moratorium and ordinance concerning business licenses.

The Board approved a comprehensive consent agenda, including agreements for internet services, specialized rescue equipment, TIF administration services, and the purchase of budgeting software. Key administrative actions involved the appointment of new personnel to the Plan Commission, the receptionist position, and the systems administrator role. The Board adopted several ordinances regarding the 2024 International Building and Fire Codes, liquor license updates, and amendments to the village code concerning consent agenda procedures and committee appointments. Public comments were addressed regarding local traffic safety concerns and noise issues in a public park, followed by an executive session to discuss an ongoing criminal investigation.

The board meeting addressed various administrative and operational matters. Key agenda items included the approval of consent items such as infrastructure improvements, permit standards, media purchase contracts for tourism, and equipment replacements. The board authorized a new appointment for a Senior Administrative Assistant, approved software licensing agreements, lawn maintenance contracts, and a pavement management program. Additionally, the board ratified a collective bargaining agreement with the local police chapter, amended liquor license regulations, and heard a business spotlight. Discussions also included public concerns regarding traffic safety and announcements about community events.

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting and a public hearing regarding the proposed 2026 fiscal year budget. The interim finance director presented budget details, including fund cash balances, transfers, personnel requests, and capital requests. Discussion points covered the healthy status of the General Fund and Enterprise Funds, significant revenue and expenditure budget increases for the upcoming fiscal year, projected capital improvements, interfund transfers, and new personnel and capital funding requests.

The meeting focused on various municipal projects and administrative matters. Key discussion topics included the recertification of the Duvan Industrial Park for Cook County Class 8 incentives, the potential engagement of tax compliance audit services and a sales tax analytics platform, and the continuation of wellness services for first responders. The Committee also reviewed agreements for email protection and backup services, professional engineering services for the Kimberly Heights drainage improvements, and a fiber extension project on Oak Park Avenue. Additionally, the Committee discussed updates to village parking ordinances.