Will County Gazette

Village of New Lenox Board of Trustees met March 10.

Here is the agenda provided by the board:

CALL TO ORDER

The Regular Meeting of the New Lenox Village Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:03p.m. by Mayor Baldermann in the Council Chambers of the New Lenox Village Hall.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

Upon Roll Call by the Clerk, the following members of the corporate authorities answered “Here” or “Present”:

Trustees Christopherson, Reiser, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann Absent – Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson

QUORUM

There being a sufficient number of members of the corporate authorities in attendance to constitute a quorum, the meeting was declared in order.

OTHER OFFICIALS IN ATTENDANCE

Also, in attendance were, the Village Clerk Laura Zilinskas, Community Development Director/Assistant Village Administrator Robin Ellis, Finance Director Kim Auchstetter and Attorney Chris Spesia

PROCLAMATION – National Athletic Training Month

Mayor Baldermann, on behalf of the Village Board, proclaimed the month of March of 2025 as National Athletic Training Month.

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion to approve the 1 items of the #25-06 Consent Agenda was made by Trustee Gugliuzza and seconded by Trustee Reiser

A - Proclamation – Certified Government Financial Manager Month Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

ORDER OF BUSINESS

Consideration of an Ordinance #3171 Creating a Class D2 Liquor License – Firewater – 1st Read

Mayor Baldermann reported this Class D2 Liquor License is for Firewater BBQ & Brew to be located at 280 E Lincoln Highway, previously occupied by Bourbon’s Smokehouse. The required background check has been completed on Mr. Regiro with no issues. Mayor Baldermann stated they are wanting to open soon and asked if the Board would waive the second read and approve the license.

Motion to waive second read was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Christopherson. Upon voice vote, the motion carried.

Motion to approve the ordinance was made by Trustee Gugliuzza and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Site Plan – Lots 8 & 9 Plank Trail Industrial Center

Ms. Ellis reported on the next (3) agenda items - this project encompasses two lots at the SE corner of Harvey Drive and Center Avenue in the Plank Trail Industrial Park off of Schoolhouse Road. The site plan proposes (2) 22,000 square foot building which will be constructed in phases. Each building is set up to have up to 8 tenant spaces. The parking is ser up in such a way as to anticipate that there would not be heavy employment. The landscaping is consistent with the provisions in the Annexation Agreement for this industrial park. All of Staffs comments have been addressed so we are recommending approval of the site plan.

Ms. Ellis reported there is an existing 5-foot-wide public utility and drainage easement along the common property line on both Lot 8 and Lot 9, the applicant has submitted a Plat of Vacation to vacate these easements totaling 10 feet to allow for a portion of the Phase II building to be located over the property line. As the Village’s Civil Engineer does not object to vacating these 5-foot-wide public utility and drainage easements, Staff recommends approval of the submitted Plat of Vacation, subject to a copy of the executed and recorded Plat of Vacation being provided to the Village prior to issuance of a building permit for the first industrial building on the subject property.

If the Board is inclined to approve the site plan, Staff is recommending the setting of surety be set in the amount of $70,587.50.

No comments or questions at this time.

Motion to approve the site plan was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Plat of Vacation – Lots 8 & 9 Plank Trail Industrial

Motion to approve the plat of vacation was made by Trustee Gugliuzza and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval for a Setting of Surety – Lots 8 & 9 in Plank Trail Industrial Center

Motion to approve the setting of surety was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Resolution #25-16 Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement Between the Village of New Lenox and Chicago Street Markets (Farmers Market)

Mayor Baldermann reported this agreement with Chicago Street Markets is for the new Farmers Market which will take place on Thursday’s, May 15-September 18th from 4pm-8pm in the Village Commons. There will be up to 35 vendors

There were no comments or questions at this time.

Motion to approve the setting of resolution was made by Trustee Gugliuzza and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of an Agreement - Magna-Tiles for International Day of Play

Mayor Baldermann reported this agreement between the Village and Magna-Tiles is for a partnership in hosting the International Day of Play on June 11, 2025 at KidsWork Children’s Museum from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. Per the agreement, Magna-Tiles will provide a variety of products for children to play with, win in giveaways, and use for various activities on-site. This is a promotional partnership with no associated fees.

There were no comments or questions at this time.

Motion to approve the agreement was made by Trustee Christopherson and seconded by Trustee Reiser

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Resolution #25-17 Authorizing a Sponsorship Agreement with Lenny’s Gas N Wash, LLC. – Crossroads Sports Complex

Mayor Baldermann reported this resolution approves an agreement with Lenny’s Gas N Wash to be the official car wash and fuel station for the sports complex. Gas N Wash is looking to enter a five-year agreement with the Village and provide an annual sponsorship amount of $48,500 per year for the length of the agreement. There were no comments or questions at this time.

Motion to approve the resolution was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Resolution Authorizing a Sponsorship Agreement with Kozol Brothers, Inc. – Crossroads Sports Complex This agreement was taken off the agenda and will be brought back to a future meeting.

The Village Board concurred.

Consideration for Approval of a Resolution #25-18 Authorizing a Use License Agreement with One Nation Slow Pitch – Crossroads Sports Complex

Mayor Baldermann reported this resolution approves a use license agreement with One Nation Slow Pitch, who have agreed to utilize the Crossroads Sports Complex on August 30th and August 31st 2025. They have agreed to pay the Village $6,300.00 for the use of the Village’s facility on that weekend.

There were no comments or questions at this time.

Motion to approve the resolution was made by Trustee Christopherson and seconded by Trustee Gugliuzza

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Resolution #25-19 Authorizing a First Amendment to the Use License Agreement Perfect Game, Inc. – Crossroads Sports Complex

Mayor Baldermann reported this first amendment to the use license agreement with Perfect Game for two (2) additional weekend tournaments. They are proposing to rent all 9 fields. The cost is for $31,000.

There were no comments or questions at this time.

Motion to approve the agreement was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Bid Award– 250 E. Maple Street Demolition

Mayor Baldermann reported Staff opened bids for the demolition of 250 E. Maple Street. Donegal Demolition was the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $226,200 - they have performed similar work in the past and their references had positive comments.

There were no comments or questions at this time.

Motion to approve the bid award was made by Trustee Gugliuzza and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Proposal –Low-Voltage Wiring & Equipment Installation - Crossroads Sports Complex

Mayor Baldermann reported this proposal from Low Voltage Solutions to provide and install low-voltage electric wiring and equipment for the associated low voltage work to be completed at the Crossroads Sports complex. This proposal includes cabling of all buildings, wireless access equipment and installations, video surveillance equipment and installation, and IP paging system equipment and installation. The cost of Low Voltage Solutions proposal is $398,700.

Trustee Reiser asked if this is outside of the General Contractor’s scope of management.

Mayor Baldermann stated yes, we are contracting directly.

No other comments or questions at this time.

Motion to approve the proposal was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a of Proposal – Bolt Replacement – Hydrants on Water Main Transmission Line

Mr. Brow reported as part of the preventative maintenance program for the water transmission main from Tinley Park to Mokena, staff is recommending replacing the bolts on the underground portion of the fire hydrants. Doing so will prevent leaks that can often go undetected and would cost the residents of Mokena and New Lenox. Airy’s, Inc. has performed all of the work on our transmission main in the past, and they repair all of Mokena’s water mains. The proposal is for $35,000, which will be shared with the Village of Mokena, so the Village’s portion is $17,500.

There were no comments or questions at this time.

Motion to waive the formal bidding was made by Trustee Gugliuzza and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Motion to approve the proposal was made by Trustee Christopherson and seconded by Trustee Reiser

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Proposal – Air Conditioning Unit Replacement – Francis Road Pump Station

Mr. Brow reported this proposal is for the replacement of the air conditioner at the Francis Road Pump Station. PremiStar is the Village’s current HVAC contractor and is familiar with our current systems and has provided quality work for us in the past. They have sent us a proposal to disconnect the existing system, haul it away, and provide a new system. The proposal is for Premistar to complete this work for $25,900. This will be a shared cost with the Village of Mokena so the Village’s share would be $12,950.

There were no comments or questions at this time.

Motion to waive the formal bidding was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Motion to approve the proposal was made by Trustee Christopherson and seconded by Trustee Gugliuzza

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Proposal for VFD Replacement – Spencer Road Pump Station

Mr. Brow reported this proposal is for the replacement of one of the Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) at Spencer Road pump station which has failed and is not repairable. Tri-R Systems Incorporated has done quality work for the Village for over a decade working on both our water and sanitary systems and does all of our SCADA work. The cost of the replacement is $26,300.

There were no comments or questions at this time.

Motion to waive the formal bidding was made by Trustee Christopherson and seconded by Trustee Gugliuzza

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Motion to approve the proposal was made by Trustee Christopherson and seconded by Trustee Reiser

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Purchase – Sign Making Machine – Public Works

Mr. Brow reported this purchase is for a new Avery Traffic Jet Xpress printer system which will replace the current system that has begun to malfunction. This printer is for the Public Works Department to create roadway and special event signs. Osburn Associates is the sole distributor for this type of printer and the cost of the machine is $34,850.

Trustee Reiser asked what is the typical life span of this type of machine. Mr. Brow stated the last one lasted 5-years.

Motion to waive the formal bidding was made by Trustee Christopherson and seconded by Trustee Gugliuzza

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Motion to approve the purchase was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Gugliuzza

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

Consideration for Approval of a Proposal for Professional Services – Exterior Wall Insulation Assessment – Tria Architecture Mayor Baldermann reported this proposal from Tria Architecture is to assess the exterior wall insulation at the Village Hall and to recommend a plan to correct the problems with estimated costs to complete the work. The rationale for this assessment is that Village Hall has experienced an ongoing problem with cold air in the winter and hot air in the summer negatively impacted the interior temperature. Tria has proposed a not to exceed cost of $10,000 to complete this work.

There were no comments or questions at this time.

Motion to approve the proposal was made by Trustee Gugliuzza and seconded by Trustee Christopherson

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

REPORTS AND COMMUNICATION FROM VILLAGE OFFICIALS MAYOR

Mayor Baldermann reported there will be a Council of the Whole meeting on March 17th to go over the budget.

Mayor Baldermann reported on the upcoming summer concerts.

VILLAGE ATTORNEY

No report.

VILLAGE ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR

Village Clerk Zilinskas reported on early voting for the April 1st Consolidated Election.

PAYROLL & DISBURSEMENTS

Trustee Reiser made the motion to approve our bi-monthly disbursements in the amount of $1,380,299.95. In addition to these disbursements, approval is needed for a payroll in the amount of $498,309.18 paid on March 7, 2025.

Trustee Christopherson seconded the motion.

Upon roll call, the vote was:

AYES: 4 Trustees Reiser, Christopherson, Gugliuzza and Mayor Baldermann

ABSTAIN: 0

NAYS: 0

ABSENT: 3 Trustees Scalise, Madsen and Wilson The motion carried.

QUESTIONS AND/OR COMMENTS FROM THE FLOOR No questions or comments from the floor.

TRUSTEE COMMENTS

Trustee Scalise

Absent

Trustee Wilson

Absent

Trustee Gugliuzza

Trustee Gugliuzza thanked the athletic trainers.

Trustee Gugliuzza reminded it’s getting warm and to watch out for children playing outside.

Trustee Christopherson

Trustee Christopherson thanked the athletic trainers and thanked the Village Board for the recognition.

Trustee Madsen

Absent

Trustee Reizer

Trustee Reiser stated he is excited for all of the new development.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

None.

ADJOURNMENT

Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Christopherson. Upon voice vote, the motion carried. The Regular Meeting of the Village of New Lenox Board of Trustees held on March 10, 2025 adjourned at 7:34pm.

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