Will County Gazette

Village of Bolingbrook Board of Trustees met May 27.

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 May 27, 2025, in Bolingbrook, Illinois, by Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta requested Jenna Patel, daughter of newly-elected Trustee Patel, 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 Michael T. Lawler, Bhavini K. Patel, Michael J. Carpanzano, Troy J. Doris, Jean M. Kelly, and Jose Quintero.

Absent: None

Also present were:

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

Absent: None

JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS:

Motion Lawler, second Patel to approve the minutes of the regular meeting May 13, 2025, 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 OF APPOINTMENTS - BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:

Neeraja Gumidyala was approved for a two-year term on the Special Events Commission.

Motion: Patel

Second: Lawler

Voice Vote: Motion Carried

Mayor Alexander-Basta conducted the swearing-in.

PROCLAMATIONS:

Philippine Independence Day and Filipino Culture; June 12, 2025

• Tita Balcita

• Filipino Friendship Society president - Michael Palmaira & Florence Palmaira

• Piyesta Pinoy - Ruben Salaza & Cindy Lopez

Along with other board members from Skokie, Illinois.

PRESENTATIONS:

1. Joe Otero, Public Works Concrete Stormwater Foreman, presented his National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Stormwater report in compliance with EPA guidelines.

MS4 Permit Requirements:

Develop a storm water management program comprised of best management practices (BMPs) and measurable goals for each of the following six minimum control measures:

a. Public education and outreach on storm water impacts

b. Public involvement and participation

c. Illicit discharge detection and elimination

d. Construction site storm water runoff control

e. Post construction storm water management in new development and redevelopment

f. Pollution prevention/good housekeeping for municipal operations

2. Special Events Commission Arbor Day Coloring Contest Winners, presented by

Chairperson Maria Velasquez-Gloekle and members of the Commission

PUBLIC COMMENTS - Agenda Items Only:

None

BILL APPROVAL

Motion Doris second Carpanzano to approve expenditures submitted as:

Bill Listing A: Payables in the amount of $347,733.02

Bill Listing B: Payables in the amount of $2,049,396.23

Total: $2,397,129.25

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

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

TAX RECEIPTS:

■ March 2025 State Income Tax: $2,313,232.11, a 16.9% increase from a year ago

■ February 2025 Sales Tax: $3,291,823.94, a 9.9% increase from a year ago

■ March 2025 Motor Fuel Tax: $253,441.77, a 4.9% increase from a year ago

■ February 2025 State Administrative Fee: $25,876.74

MOTIONS:

MOTION TO ACCEPT LOWEST BID FROM BUILDERS PAVING, LLC IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,618,354.65 FOR 2025-2026 STREET RESURFACING

Motion Lawler, second Kelly to accept a motion to accept lowest bid from Builders Paving, LLC in the amount of $4,618,354.65 for 2025-2026 street resurfacing.

The Village received six (6) bids for annual streets resurfacing. The Village Engineer reviewed and tabulated the bids and recommends acceptance of the lowest bidder, Builders Paving, LLC in the amount of $ 4,618,354.65 which is under the budgeted amount of $5,600,000.00. The Public Services and Development Committee recommends approval.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

MOTION TO ACCEPT LOWEST BID FROM TRAFFIC CONTROL CORPORATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $51,153.00 FOR 2025-2026 STREETLIGHT POLE MATERIALS Motion Quintero, second Patel to accept a motion to accept lowest bid from Traffic Control Corporation in the amount of $51,153.00 for 2025-2026 streetlight pole materials.

The Village received one (1) bid for annual streetlight pole materials. The Village Engineer reviewed and tabulated the bids and recommends acceptance of the bidder, Traffic Control Corporation, in the amount of $51,153.00 which is under the budgeted amount of $100,000.00. The Public Services and Development Committee recommends approval.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTIONS:

Per the following four resolutions, the Mayor mentioned that the Village needs to purchase these chemicals for our water treatment systems, and that not all vendors carry all of the necessary chemicals.

Trustee Lawler thanked the staff for the detailed explanation they provided regarding these purchases.

RESOLUTION 25R-034

AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FROM UNIVAR SOLUTIONS FOR USE IN WASTEWATER TREATMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 Motion Kelly, second Lawler to adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase of liquid sodium bisulfite from Univar Solutions for use in wastewater treatment for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

This Resolution authorizes the Public Works Department to purchase certain chemicals for use in wastewater treatment from vendor Univar Solutions for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 in an amount not to exceed $23,000.00.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-035

AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF CHLORINE GAS AND SODIUM METABISULFITE FROM ALEXANDER CHEMICAL CORPORATION FOR USE IN WATER RECLAMATION PLANTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026

Motion Doris, second Lawler to adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase of chlorine gas and sodium metabisulfite from Alexander Chemical Corporation for use in water reclamation plants for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

This Resolution authorizes the Public Works Department to purchase certain chemicals for use in water reclamation from vendor Alexander Chemical Corporation for Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 in an amount not to exceed $60,000.00.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-036

AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF POLYMER FROM POLYDYNE INC. FOR USE IN WATER RECLAMATION PLANTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026

Motion Quintero second Carpanzano to adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase of polymer from Polymer Inc. for use in water reclamation plants for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

This Resolution authorizes the Public Works Department to purchase certain chemicals for use in water reclamation from vendor Polydyne Inc. for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 in an amount not to exceed $75,000.00.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-037

AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF PONDZILLA, CATZILLA, AND NUTRIENT METABOLIZER FROM AQUAFIX

Motion Patel, second Lawler to adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase of pondzilla, catzilla, and nutrient metabolizer from Aquafix.

This Resolution authorizes the Public Works Department to purchase certain chemicals for use in pond maintenance from vendor Aquafix for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-038

APPROVING THE ESTIMATE OF MCCANN INDUSTRIES, INC. FOR REPAIRS TO THE PUBLIC WORKS 2022 CASE 621G ENDLOADER

Motion Quintero, second Doris to adopt a resolution approving the estimate of McCann Industries, Inc. for repairs to the Public Works 2022 Case 621G Endloader.

The Public Works Case 621G Endloader is a newer piece of equipment that was damaged during operations and is in need of repairs. McCann Industries service estimate is $69,157.89 for these vital repairs. The Public Services and Development Committee recommends approval.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-039

APPROVING A FIREWORKS DISPLAY CONTRACT SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH RKM FIREWORKS, INC.

Motion Lawler, second Patel to adopt a resolution approving a fireworks display contract service agreement with RKM Fireworks, Inc.

This contract is for the provision of fireworks for the Village's annual 4th of July celebration at Bolingbrook Golf Club. This vendor has provided fireworks for the past two events. The total cost is $60,000.00. The Public Services and Development Committee recommends approval.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-040

AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF GROUNDS EQUIPMENT FOR THE BOLINGBROOK GOLF CLUB

Motion Quintero, second Kelly to adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase of grounds equipment for the Bolingbrook Golf Club.

This Resolution authorizes the purchase of grounds maintenance equipment for the Bolingbrook Golf Club, including specialized mowers, trimmers, sprayers and spreaders. The current fleet of equipment has exceeded its useful life and is in need of replacement. The quote for the equipment is $508,392.04 less a rebate of $50,839.20. The Public Services and Development Committee recommends approval.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-041

APPROVING THE PROPOSAL OF TERRA ENGINEERING LTD. FOR CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE WOODCREEK DRIVE CULVERT REPLACEMENT PROJECT

Motion Kelly, second Doris to adopt a resolution approving the proposal of Terra Engineering LTD for construction engineering services for the Woodcreek Drive Culver replacement project.

Terra Engineering Ltd. has submitted a proposal for construction engineering services for the Woodcreek Drive Culvert Project in the amount of $64,300.00. These services are required in order to receive Federal funding for the project. The Public Services and Development Committee recommends approval.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-042

APPROVING THE VILLAGE'S LOCAL SHARE OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR THE WOODCREEK DRIVE CULVERT REPLACEMENT PROJECT

Motion Lawler, second Carpanzano to adopt a resolution approving the Village's local share of construction costs for the Woodcreek Drive Culvert replacement project.

The Woodcreek Drive Culvert Replacement Program is Federally funded up to 80%. This Resolution approves the Village's portion of the project, totaling $179,449.14.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-043

APPROVING THE PROPOSAL OF T.P.I. BUILDING CODE CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR THIRD PARTY PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025- 2026

Motion Quintero, second Kelly to adopt a resolution approving the proposal of T.P.I Building Code Consultants, Inc. for third party plan review and inspection services for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

This Resolution continues the Village's partnership with T.P.I. Building Code Consultants for third party plan review and inspection services at the same cost for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-044

APPROVING THE PROPOSAL OF LAKESIDE CONSULTANTS FOR THIRD PARTY PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026

Motion Kelly, second Patel to adopt a resolution approving the proposal of Lakeside Consultants for third party plan review and inspection services for fiscal year 2025-2026.

This Resolution continues the Village's partnership with Lakeside Consultants for third party plan review and inspection services at the same cost for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-045

APPROVING THE PROPOSAL OF SAFEBUILT FOR THIRD PARTY PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026

Motion Kelly, second Quintero to adopt a resolution approving the proposal of SAFEBuilt for third party plan review and inspection services for fiscal year 2025-2026

This Resolution continues the Village's partnership with SAFEBuilt for third party plan review and inspection services for an increase in costs of 3.9% according to the Consumer Price Index.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

RESOLUTION 25R-046

APPROVING PARKING LAND BANKING AGREEMENT WITH IG CAPITAL LLC FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 371 S. BOLINGBROOK DRIVE UNIT A

Motion Lawler, second Doris to adopt a resolution approving parking land banking agreement with IG Capital LLC for property located at 371 S. Bolingbrook Drive Unit A.

This Resolution approves an agreement with the owner of Pheasant Hill Shopping Center to allow 57 parking spaces for phased installation as required.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

ORDINANCES:

ORDINANCE 25-015

APPROVING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT WITH VARIANCES AT 271 S. BOLINGBROOK DRIVE, UNIT A (7 BREW)

Motion Lawler, second Quintero to pass an ordinance approving a Special Use Permit for a Planned Development with Variances at 271 S. Bolingbrook Drive, Unit A (7Brew).

This Ordinance approves a planned development at 271 S. Bolingbrook Drive to allow a special use for a carry out coffee shop with two drive-through lanes and certain variances. This Ordinance also approves the Final Development Plan for this project. The Plan Commission reviewed this action and recommends approval.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

ORDINANCE 25-016

APPROVING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A COMMERCIAL RECREATION FACILITY AT 390 COMMONS DRIVE (NOVA ADVENTURE PARK)

Motion Carpanzano, second Doris to pass an ordinance approving a Special Use Permit for a commercial recreation facility at 390 Commons Drive (Nova Adventure Park).

This Ordinance approves a special use permit for Nova Adventure Park, which is a commercial recreation facility offering wall to wall trampolines, basketball and dodgeball courts, obstacle courses, zip line, rock climbing, children's activity areas, an arcade and party rooms. A special use permit is required for this type of use in the B-2 Zoning District. The Plan Commission reviewed this action and recommends approval.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

ORDINANCE 25-017

APPROVING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A COMMERCIAL RECREATION FACILITY AT 111 S. WEBER ROAD (PICKLEBALL KINGDOM)

Motion Lawler, second Kelly to pass an ordinance approving a Special Use Permit for a Commercial Recreation Facility at 111 S. Weber Road (Pickleball Kingdom).

This Ordinance approves a special use permit for Pickleball Kingdom, which is a commercial recreation facility offering a membership-based, climate controlled facility for players of all skill levels. A special use permit is required for this type of use in the B-2 Zoning District. The Plan Commission reviewed this action and recommends approval.

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

Nay 0 None

Absent 0 None

Abstentions 0 None

QUESTIONS/COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PRESS:

None

TRUSTEE COMMENTS AND REPORTS:

TRUSTEE PATEL:

Thanked Maria Velazquez-Gloeckle and the Special Events Commission for their Arbor Day Coloring Contest and its winners.

Mentioned the Ryze 2 Flye All Star Showdown event on Saturday, May 31st at Bolingbrook High School.

TRUSTEE LAWLER:

Welcomed Trustee Patel to the Board.

Congratulated all of the Valley View middle school graduates.

Congratulated the Bolingbrook High School graduates; mentioned that it was the largest graduating class to date (860) with the highest percentage of graduates. Extended his thanks to the artists (and parents) who participated in the Arbor Day Coloring Contest.

Thanked the VFW and American Legion for their meaningful ceremonies on Memorial Day at Boardman Cemetery, Hillcrest Cemetery, and at the Veterans Memorial at Town Center.

Mentioned the Bolingbrook Fire Department's Boot Drive to benefit MDA, to be held on Friday, May 30th at Bolingbrook Drive and Boughton Road, and at Janes and Boughton on Friday, June 6th.

Announced the first Concert on the Hill on Wednesday, June 4th, running through the summer until mid-September. Mentioned that the Bolingbrook Park District sponsors the first six concerts, with the rest sponsored by the Village.

TRUSTEE KELLY:

Extended her congratulations to the winners of the Arbor Day Coloring Contest. Welcomed Trustee Patel to the Board.

TRUSTEE CARPANZANO:

Announced the Fountaindale Public Library Ice Cream Social on Tuesday, June 3rd

TRUSTEE QUINTERO:

Extended his congratulations to the winners of the Arbor Day Coloring Contest. Welcomed Trustee Patel to the dais.

TRUSTEE DORIS:

Announced the Cavalcade of Planes being held at Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport on Saturday and Sunday, June 7th & 8th.

MAYOR ALEXANDER-BASTA

Announced the Taste of Bolingbrook on May 31st, hosted by the Bolingbrook Area Chamber of Commerce at The Promenade.

Mentioned that the next Coffee with the Chiefs will be held on Tuesday, June 10th at 9:00 a.m. at the Pavilion behind Town Center.

Announced that there will be only one board meeting in June, on June 24th.

CLERK BARTON:

Extended her condolences to the family of Terri Bethune, a long-time Bolingbrook resident who passed away over the weekend. She worked for a number of years at the DuPage Township and was active in the community.

PUBLIC COMMENTS/QUESTIONS:

None

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

None

ADJOURNMENT:

Motion Patel, second Quintero to adjourn the meeting.

Voice vote. Motion carried and meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.

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