Will County Gazette

Village of Bolingbrook Board of Trustees met Nov. 12.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

CALL TO ORDER:

The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Bolingbrook was called to order at the hour of 7:30 p.m. on November 12, 2024, in Bolingbrook, Illinois, by Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta requested Jacob Wittington from Boy Scout Troop 131 to lead the pledge to the Flag.

ROLL CALL:

Village Clerk, Martha M. Barton, called the roll:

Present were: Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta, Trustees Maria A. Zarate, Michael T. Lawler, Michael J. Carpanzano, Troy J. Doris, Trustee Jose Quintero, and Jean M. Kelly.

Absent: none

Also present were:

Village Clerk, Martha M. Barton; Village Attorney, Burt Odelson; Co-Administrators, Ken Teppel and Lucas Rickelman; Finance Director, Rosa Cojulun; Director of Public Works, Andres Orrego; Police Chief, Michael Rompa; Fire Chief, Jeff LaJoie, Acting IT Director, Phillip Chau; and Matt Eastman, Director of Community Development.

Absent: none

JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS:

Motion Lawler, second Doris to approve the minutes of the regular meeting October 22, 2024, as submitted by the Village Clerk.

Voice vote. Motion carried.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA/ADDITIONS:

Village Attorney Odelson indicated that there were no additions or corrections to the Agenda.

Approval of the Agenda as presented:

Motion: Quintero

Second: Doris

Voice Vote: Motion Carried

APPROVAL AND SWEARING IN – BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:

Beautification Commission - Appoint and Swear-In

Maria Lopez - Commissioner - Two Year Term

Brenda Price - Commissioner - Two Year Term

Motion: Lawler

Second: Doris

Voice Vote: Motion Carried

Information Technology Commission - Appoint and Swear-In

Conrad Zadlo - Chair - One Year Term

Mark Behrens- Vice-Chair - One Year Term

Motion: Lawler

Second: Quintero

Voice Vote: Motion Carried

Mayor Alexander-Basta conducted the swearings-in.

REPORTS OF OFFICERS:

PRESENTATIONS:

Nick Seidel of Action Truck Parts presented a check in the amount of $10,000 on behalf of the Bolingbrook Police Department to the Special Olympics. Attending tonight's presentation are:

From Bolingbrook's Police Department:

Chief Rompa

Deputy Chief Koren

Captain Kris Schrubbe

Detective Jim Block

Officer Nick Higens

From Special Olympics Illinois:

Pete Beale-DelVecchio / President & CEO (Special Olympics Illinois)

George Peterson / Senior Director- Development for the Law Enforcement Torch Run (Special Olympics Illinois)

Mo Khan- Senior Direct- Advancement & Governmental Relations (Special Olympics Illinois)

From Northern Will County Special Recreation Association- NWCSRA

Athletes:

Rodrigo Bolivar - swim team and taekwondo

Vanessa Fiore - tennis, pickleball, and ping pong

Emily Olszanowski - bocce and pickleball

Jackie Villasenor - snowshoe, track & field, and dart league

Staff:

Carrie Gascoigne - Superintendent of Northern Will County SRA

Carrie Henry - Program coordinator (in charge of our athletics & veteran programming)

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Resident Allaina Humphreys commented on the proposed Ordinance 24-051, asking that the language "reproductive health decisions" be included. Her statement is attached.

REPORTS OF OFFICERS:

BILL APPROVAL

Motion Lawler second Doris to approve expenditures submitted as:

Bill Listing A: Payables in the amount of $1,189,817.11

Bill Listing B: Payables in the amount of $2.530.626.31

Total:$3,720,443.42

(Copies were made available in the Finance Department, Clerk's Office, and on the Village website.)

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTIONS:

RESOLUTION 24R-112

APPROVING LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BID FROM SHAMBAUGH AND SONS, L.P. FOR FIRE SPRINKLER RETROFITTING AT FIRE STATION 2 AT 375 LILY CACHE LANE: Motion Kelly, second Quintero to adopt a resolution approving lowest responsible bid from Shambaugh and Sons, L.P. for fire sprinkler retrofitting at Fire Station 2 at 375 Lily Cache Lane:

The lowest bid, No. 24-13, has been selected for this project. Retrofitting the sprinkler system will enhance the safety of firefighters. The Engineering Division has reviewed the proposal and recommended adding $20,000.00 for an "extra work contingency." The total cost of the project is $254,750.00. Funding will come from the Capital Outlay Fund, along with a federal grant of $90,909.09 that has been approved. Reviewed and approved by Public Safety Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-113

APPROVING PURCHASE OF ONE 2025 FORD UTILITY INTERCEPTOR FROM CURRIE MOTORS THROUGH THE SUBURBAN PURCHASING COOPERATIVE:

Motion Lawler, second Zarate to adopt a resolution approving purchase of one 2025 Ford Utility Interceptor from Currie Motors through the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative:

The Police Department is replacing a total-loss vehicle with a new one. The insurance company has reimbursed the Village for the loss. The total cost of the vehicle, including equipment, striping, and installation, is $59,930.02. Reviewed and approved by Public Safety Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-114

AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO NEW POLICE VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT FROM LOCAL DEALERSHIPS USING STATE FORFEITED FUNDS:

Motion Quintero, second Zarate to adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase of two new police vehicles and equipment from local dealerships using state forfeited funds:

The current vehicles are aged and no longer operable. The new vehicles will be purchased through local dealerships using Federal Forfeiture Funds, which means there will be no impact on the current budget or taxpayers. The total cost for the vehicles is $80,000.00. Reviewed and approved by Public Safety Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-115

APPROVING PROPOSAL FROM LAKESIDE CONSULTANTS FOR THIRD PARTY PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES:

Motion Lawler, second Kelly to adopt a resolution approving proposal from Lakeside Consultants for third party plan review and inspection services:

The current staff level is insufficient to accommodate plan review and inspection needs. Additional support will be provided to assist with plan review and inspection during the busy construction season. The total cost for this support is $50,000.00, which was previously approved for the same amount under Resolution 24R-053. Reviewed and approved by Public Services Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-116

APPROVING PURCHASE OF A NEW FUEL TANK FOR BOLINGBROOK'S CLOW INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FROM PETROLEUM TECHNOLOGIES EQUIPMENT, INC.: Motion Doris, second Lawler to adopt a resolution approving purchase of a new fuel tank for Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport from Petroleum Technologies Equipment, Inc.:

The new tank will be used for regular octane gas, which the airport currently does not have. This will enable the airport to safely supply newer planes that require regular octane fuel. The total cost for the tank is $54,000.00. Reviewed and approved by Public Services Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-117

AUTHORIZING THE OPTIONAL REDEMPTION OF THE OUTSTANDING PRINCIPAL BALANCE OF THE $57,045,000 VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK, GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2014A AND AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL CORPORATE FUND TO THE DEBT SERVICE FUND TO FACILITATE SUCH REDEMPTION:

Motion Doris, second Zarate to adopt a resolution authorizing the optional redemption of the outstanding principal balance of the $57,045,000 Village of Bolingbrook, General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2014a and authorizing the transfer of funds from the General Corporate Fund to the Debt Service Fund to facilitate such redemption:

Early payment of the bond will save the Village $18,744,000. Reviewed by all relevant personnel and officials.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-118

APPROVING A SECOND CHANGE ORDER FOR THE ROYCE ROAD BRIDGE PROJECT WITH TERRA ENGINEERING, LTD.:

Motion Kelly, second Lawler to adopt a resolution approving a second change order for the Royce Road Bridge Project with Terra Engineering, Ltd:

The Royce Road Bridge over the east branch of the DuPage River is addressed in the original Resolution (22R-048) and the first change order, Resolution (23R-061). The change order is in an amount not to exceed $14,425.00. Reviewed and approved by Public Services Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-119

APPROVING PROPOSAL FROM SYNAGRO CENTRAL, LLC TO EMPTY AND CLEAN THE EAST DIGESTER #1 OF TREATMENT PLANT #2:

Motion Lawler, second Doris to adopt a resolution approving proposal from Synagro Central, LLC to empty and clean the east Digester #1 of Treatment Plant #2:

The inability to empty the digester is causing issues with the digestion process, preventing solids from being properly removed and leading to odor problems. Additionally, the digester can become "sour," creating an acidic atmosphere that negatively affects the pressing and hauling of solids. The total cost to address these issues is $120,000.00. Reviewed and approved by Public Services Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-120

APPROVING PURCHASE OF ROCK SALT THROUGH THE STATE OF ILLINOIS JOINT PURCHASING 2024-2025 BULK ROCK SALT CONTRACT:

Motion Lawler, second Kelly to adopt a resolution approving purchase of rock salt through the State Of Illinois Joint Purchasing 2024-2025 Bulk Rock Salt Contract:

The purchase includes 2,520 tons of salt at a cost of $66.65 per ton from Morton Salt. This purchase is made through the Illinois Joint Purchasing Program. The total cost is within the budgeted amount of $400,000.00, coming in $232,042.00 under budget. Reviewed and approved by Public Services Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-121

APPROVING PROPOSAL FOR REMOVAL OF CURRENT WORN OUT FLOOR COATING, LEVELING AND SEALING CRACKS AND COATING THE ENTIRE FLEET SHOP FLOOR INCLUDING THE BAY WASH WITH THREE LAYERS PROTECTIVE EPOXY:

Motion Quintero, second Kelly to adopt a resolution approving proposal for removal of current worn out floor coating, leveling and sealing cracks and coating the entire fleet shop floor including the bay wash with three layers protective epoxy:

The Public Works building, located at 299 Canterbury Lane, has flooring that is 23 years old. The new flooring will protect against damage from chemicals, water, and heavy equipment, while also extending the longevity of the concrete by preventing cracking and chipping. The total cost for the flooring replacement was $63,250.00, coming in $4,194.60 under budget. Reviewed and approved by Public Services Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-122

APPROVING PROPOSAL FROM ROBE INC. FOR TUCKPOINTING OF 3 BUILDINGS AT 2080 REAGAN BLVD., 221 BRIARCLIFF ROAD, AND 1000 W. BOUGHTON ROAD: Motion Doris, second Kelly to adopt a resolution approving proposal from Robe Inc. for tuckpointing of 3 buildings at 2080 Reagan Blvd., 221 Briarcliff Road, and 1000 W. Boughton Road: :

The repairs are planned for Treatment Plant #2 at 1000 W. Boughton Road, Plant #3 at 2080 Reagan Boulevard, and the pumping station at 221 W. Briarcliff Road. The work will include tuckpointing, door repairs, and door replacement. The buildings have aged, leading to leaks, and the doors are experiencing hardware issues. The total cost for the repairs is $300,143.91, which is $99,856.09 under budget. Reviewed and approved by Public Services Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 24R-123

APPROVING PROPOSALS FROM ALLIANT INSURANCE SERVICES FOR RENEWAL OF INSURANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTS:

Motion Quintero, second Zarate to adopt a resolution approving proposals from Alliant Insurance Services for renewal of insurance and administrative contracts:

Medical premiums will increase by 10.5% from the current plan year, with the medical fixed cost decreasing by 4.5% to $1,475,743.26. Estimated claims are expected to rise by 9.8%, resulting in a total annual medical fixed cost and claim liability of $11,687,423.58. Dental premiums will rise by 2.1%, with a fixed cost of $23,742.72 and total claim liability of $467,078.40. The Vision Plan's estimated annual premium remains unchanged at $20,712.00. The Dearborn National Life and AD&D premium will increase by 4.8%, totaling $106,392.22, while the Dearborn National STD and Dependent Life premiums will remain unchanged at $8,467.60. FSA/Dependent Care premiums will decrease by 12.1%, with an estimated annual premium of $3,638.16, and COBRA/HIPAA premiums will remain the same at $4,162.32. Reviewed and approved by Finance Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

ORDINANCES:

ORDINANCE 24-048

AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK - CHAPTER 2 "ADMINISTRATION", ARTICLE V "BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND SIMILAR BODIES" TO COMBINE CERTAIN COMMISSIONS TO CREATE A VILLAGE SPECIAL EVENTS COMMISSION:

Changes have been made to Municipal Code Division 3 - Special Events Commission (Sections 2-281 to 2-285) and Division 5 - Civic and Cultural Affairs and Parade Commission (Sections 2-335 to 2-239). These changes combine the Beautification Commission and the Civic and Cultural Affairs/Parade Commission into a single entity called the "Special Events Commission," with one chairperson and one vice-chairperson. The total membership will consist of 50 members, all of whom must retain residency within the Village. Reviewed by all relevant personnel and officials

Motion Lawler, second Quintero to amend the proposed Ordinance 24-048, changing "one Vice-Chair" to "two Vice-Chairs".

Voice vote. Motion to amend the proposed Ordinance 24-048 carried.

Motion Kelly, second Doris to approve the amended Ordinance 24-048 as Municipal Code of the Village of Bolingbrook - Chapter 2 "Administration", Article v "Boards, Commissions, and Similar Bodies" - to combine certain commissions to create a village Special Events Commission.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

ORDINANCE 24-049

AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK, CHAPTER 22 "FIRE PROTECTION”, ARTICLE V AMBULANCES. TO REFLECT THE ILLINOIS HUMAN RIGHTS ACT, 775 ILCS 5/ARTICLE 1:

Motion Lawler, second Kelly to amend the Municipal Code of the Village of Bolingbrook, Chapter 22 "Fire Protection", Article V Ambulances, to reflect the Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/Article:

The location in the Municipal Code is Chapter 22, Article V, Section 22-290, which addresses discrimination. The language in this section is being updated. Reviewed by all relevant personnel and officials.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

ORDINANCE 24-050

AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK, CHAPTER 28 "HUMAN RELATIONS & SOCIAL SERVICES”, TO REFLECT THE ILLINOIS HUMAN RIGHTS ACT, 775 ILCS 5/ARTICLE 1:

Motion Lawler, second Zarate to amend the Municipal Code of the Village of Bolingbrook, Chapter 28 "Human Relations & Social Services", to reflect the Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/Article 1:

The location in the Municipal Code is Chapter 28, Section 28-20(a), which prohibits discrimination in real estate transactions. The language in this section is being updated. Additionally, the Village's personnel manual will include this information in alignment with the Illinois Human Rights Act. Reviewed by all relevant personnel and officials.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

ORDINANCE 24-051

AMENDING THE PERSONNEL POLICY MANUAL OF THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK (SUBJECT TO ATTORNEY APPROVAL):

Motion Lawler, second Zarate to amend the proposed Ordinance to include the language "reproductive health decisions":

The updates to the language align with the terminology used in the Illinois Human Rights Act and ensure compliance with newly implemented state and federal statutes, including FMLA, Family Leave, Military Leave Pay, and others. Additionally, the revisions streamline procedural language to better align with negotiated agreements. Reviewed by all relevant personnel and officials.

Voice vote. Motion carried.

Motion Kelly, second Doris to approve Ordinance 24-051 as amended.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

ORDINANCE 24-052

AMENDING CHAPTER 6 OF THE BOLINGBROOK VILLAGE CODE DECREASING CLASS "D-8” (BINGO HALL) FROM ONE (1) TO ZERO (0) VETERANS PREMIER CHARITY RAFFLE, INC. - 481 W. BOUGHTON RD:

Motion Lawler, second Doris to amend Chapter 6 of the Bolingbrook Village Code decreasing Class "D-8" (Bingo Hall) from one (1) to zero (0) Veterans Premier Charity Raffle, Inc. - 481 W. Boughton Rd:

The organization has decided not to renew, and per our Municipal Code, the liquor license must be rescinded. Reviewed by all relevant personnel and officials.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

ORDINANCE 24-053

APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS OF THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK FIRE DEPARTMENT, ARTICLE ONE TO SEVEN AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK CHAPTER 2 “ADMINISTRATION”, ARTICLE V BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND SIMILAR BODIES:

Motion Doris, second Kelly approving amendments to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Bolingbrook - Fire Department, Article One to Seven and amending the Municipal Code of the Village of Bolingbrook Chapter 2 "Administration", Article V Boards, Commissions and Similar Bodies:

The updates include revisions to the language in all articles. These changes are located in the Municipal Code, specifically Chapter 2 "Administration," Article V "Boards, Commissions, and Similar Bodies," Division 9, Sections 2-457 to 2-461. Reviewed by all relevant personnel and officials.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

ORDINANCE 24-054

APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS OF THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK – POLICE DEPARTMENT, ARTICLE ONE TO SEVEN AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK CHAPTER 2 “ADMINISTRATION”, ARTICLE V BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND SIMILAR BODIES:

Motion Quintero, second Kelly approving amendments to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Bolingbrook - Police Department, Article One to Seven and amending the Municipal Code of the Village of Bolingbrook Chapter 2 "Administration", Article V Boards, Commissions and Similar Bodies:

The language is being updated in all articles. These changes are located in the Municipal Code, Chapter 2 "Administration," Article V "Boards, Commissions, and Similar Bodies," Division 9, Sections 2-457 to 2-461. Reviewed by all relevant personnel and officials.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

ORDINANCE 24-055

APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK AND THE COUNTY OF WILL:

Motion Lawler, second Zarate approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Village of Bolingbrook and the County of Will.

Will County will upgrade the signal controls to ITS. All concerns of the Village have been addressed by Will County, and the Village will continue to hold maintenance responsibility. Reviewed and approved by Public Services Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 6 Carpanzano, Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Quintero, Zarate

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

QUESTIONS/COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PRESS:

Two residents commented on the recent advisory questions on the ballot.

Linda Ellis thanked the Mayor and board members for their fiscal responsibility, relative to paying off a bond early. Commented that she is opposed to the location of a new food pantry as proposed by DuPage Township and expressed her disappointment of what she referred to as passage of the referendum regarding video gaming.

Diane Kloepfer thanked the board for putting the advisory referendum regarding the proposed food pantry on the ballot. Commented on the amount of taxpayers' money DuPage Township spent on mailings, more than what they spent on food, and emphasized her opposition to the proposed food pantry.

Mayor Alexander-Basta clarified that both referenda on the ballot were advisory only; not binding.

BOARD COMMENTS AND REPORTS:

TRUSTEE ZARATE:

Wished all a Happy Thanksgiving, suggesting that residents reach out, volunteer to help others through the holiday season.

TRUSTEE LAWLER:

Thanked all who participated in the Veterans Day ceremony on 11/11, mentioning BCT for recording it for replay.

Encouraged the many local veterans to consider joining our local VFW and/or American Legion posts to help with the many veterans-related initiatives they have. Addressed a question he has received from a number of residents regarding the high cost of water and why the Village doesn't just dig a well. He indicated that we no longer have the water table to sustain water service to the community.

TRUSTEE KELLY:

Welcomed the new Commissioners

Wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.

TRUSTEE QUINTERO:

Thanked the Commissioners who stepped up.

Mentioned Trustee Doris and his performance as guest conductor at BHS' Evening of Honor the next day.

TRUSTEE CARPANZANO:

Encouraged residents to "shop small", citing Small Business Saturday on November 30th

Mentioned Bystander Training at Bolingbrook Golf Club on December 3rd, offering training to assist with cardiac events

TRUSTEE DORIS:

Mentioned Bolingbrook High School's annual Evening of Honor concert on Wednesday, Nov. 13th at the Roger and Pat Claar Auditorium at BHS. Congratulated the new Commissioners

ADMINISTRATOR TEPPEL:

Mentioned that Mayor Alexander-Basta was recognized by Maria Pappas of Cook County who unveiled a brochure and video in Arabic for their Arabic community. There were 20 other Arabic dignitaries receiving awards/recognitions, and our Mayor (who was busy promoting Bolingbrook) is clearly well respected among the Arabic community and in Cook County as a whole.

VILLAGE ATTORNEY ODELSON:

Gave an update on the Illinois American Water situation. There has been headway in cutting back on the huge increase they are proposing. The Administrative Law Judge overseeing the case has recommended that IAW can impose some but not all of their increases. Attorney Odelson has been granted the opportunity for oral arguments on November 20th to plead the case for the residents.

MAYOR BASTA:

Mentioned that the Village has no control over the cost of water. Indicated that the only other alternative is to build our own pipeline - which not only incurs that cost, but also incurs the ongoing cost to maintain it. Plus we still need to pay Chicago and Bedford Park for the water itself.

Announced the December 7th Village Tree Lighting Ceremony behind Village Hall, including Santa, refreshments, and other activities, kicking off the annual Winter Walk. Wished residents a Happy Thanksgiving.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

None

ADJOURNMENT:

Motion Quintero, second Zarate to adjourn the meeting.

Voice vote. Motion carried and meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.

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