Mayor Tim Baldermann | Village of New Lenox Website
Mayor Tim Baldermann | Village of New Lenox Website
Village of New Lenox Board of Trustees met June 23.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the New Lenox Village Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:00p.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 Gugliuzza, Reiser, Scalise, Wilson, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann Absent – Trustee Christopherson
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 Village Administrator Kurt Carroll, Village Clerk Laura Zilinskas, Community Development Director/Assistant Village Administrator Robin Ellis, Finance Director Kim Auchstetter and Attorney Mike Santschi
PROCLAMATION – Parks and Recreation Month
Mayor Baldermann, on behalf of the Village Board proclaimed the month of July as Park and Recreation Month in the Village of New Lenox.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion to approve the 8 items of the #25-16 Consent Agenda was made by Trustee Madsen and seconded by Trustee Wilson
Upon roll call, the vote was:
A - Minutes of the Regular Meeting – June 9, 2025
B - Ordinance #3191 Granting Special Use for an Outdoor Patio – 550 West Maple Street / Dutch Bros. Coffee – 2nd Read
C - Ordinance #3192 Authorizing the Release of Surplus Property Owned by the Village of New Lenox – (2) Police Vehicles
D - Surety Release – Lincoln Station
E - Surety Reduction – Sky Harbor Multifamily
F - Surety Reduction – Kline Subdivision
G - Approval of Purchase – Operational Equipment – Global Industrial – Crossroads Sports Complex
H - Approval of Purchase – Sports Equipment – BSN Sports – Crossroads Sports Complex
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 1 Trustee Gugliuzza Item A
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Consideration for Approval of an Ordinance Creating a Class A1 Liquor License – Country Club Social – 1st Read
Mayor Baldermann reported the owners are requesting a Class A (Tavern) Liquor License for Country Club Social located at 2465 E. Lincoln Hwy in the Bluestone Commons strip center. The Police Department has conducted the required background check and the petitioner had no issues precluding him from receiving a liquor license.
Thomas & Heather Wallerstedt addressed the Village Board and explained their new concept.
Consideration for Approval of Site Plan and Building Code Waiver – JC Insulation – Lot 31 Ferro Industrial Park
Ms. Ellis reported this site plan is for a property on the corner of Ferro Drive and Stone Court. The proposal is for a 10,000 square foot building. One quarter would be office space and the remainder would be warehouse space for JC Insulation. The site plan does comply with all of the Zoning Ordinance requirements with regards to parking and the landscaping. Because the property has frontage on three streets, they are requesting to be able to use insulated metal panels on the north facing building elevation rather than masonry. They would do masonry on the two sides facing Ferro Drive and the Stone Court. Staff is recommending approval of the site plan and building code waiver. Trustee Reiser asked about the insulated panel.
The Engineer representing JC Insulation addressed the Village Board stated he defers to whatever the architectural plan says the panels are.
No other comments or questions at this time.
Motion to approve the site plan and building code waiver was made by Trustee Scalise and seconded by Wilson
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried
Consideration for Approval of a Setting of Surety – JC Insulation Mayor Baldermann reported the setting of surety for this project is be set at $813,575.00, with an expiration date of June 23, 2027.
No comments or questions at this time.
Motion to approve the setting of surety was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Scalise
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for Approval a Resolution #25-42 Authorizing a Sponsorship Agreement – New Lenox Soccer Association – Crossroads Sports Complex
Mayor Baldermann reported this resolution approves a three-year sponsorship agreement with New Lenox Soccer. The annual sponsorship amount is $10,000 which will give them interior signage within the park as a community sponsor, a digital advertisement package, and a banner on field number five.
Dion Calandriello, New Lenox Soccer Association, thanked the New Lenox Community Park District and the Village Board for building the Crossroads Sports Complex.
No comments or questions from the Village Board.
Motion to approve the resolution was made by Trustee Scalise and seconded by Trustee Wilson
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for Approval of a Proposal – Sponsorship Signage – Integrity Signs – Crossroads Sports Complex
Mayor Baldermann reported this proposal from Integrity Signs is to complete one additional design of sponsor signage at the sports complex. The total cost for design work, fabrication, and installation is $3,375.00.
No comments or questions at this time.
Motion to approve the proposal was made by Trustee Scalise and seconded by Trustee Gugliuzza
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for Approval of a Proposal – Preventative Maintenance Equipment - Kromer Company – Crossroads Sports Complex Mayor Baldermann reported this proposal from Kromer is for preventive maintenance equipment as well as additional accessories for field equipment machinery. The total fee for both is 3,680.98.
No comments or questions from the Village Board.
Motion to approve the proposal was made by Trustee Scalise and seconded by Trustee Wilson
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for Approval of a Contract – Emeric Cleaning Facility Services– Crossroads Sports Complex
Mayor Baldermann reported this is a quote for a monthly cleaning fee from Emeric Cleaning Services for the sports complex. Emeric is currently assigned to other Village locations for similar services and they are considered a reliable service with quality results. The monthly service fee quoted is $7,950.00.
No comments or questions at this time.
Motion to approve the contract was made by Trustee Scalise and seconded by Trustee Gugliuzza
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for the Approval of a Resolution #25-43 to Execute a Licensing Agreement with the Forest Preserve District of Will County Mayor Baldermann reported this resolution is to execute a licensing agreement with the Forest Preserve District of Will County. Entering into this agreement will allow the Village to install a force main for the next phase of the Water Resource Recovery Facility along West Haven Avenue and cross Old Plank Trail at a location just east of Gear Drive. The licensing agreement is for a term of 99 years, which is the maximum for forest preserve agreements, and cost the Village a one time licensing fee of $6,746.72.
No comments or questions at this time.
Motion to approve the resolution was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Scalise
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for Approval of a Professional Services Agreement for ALTA Survey – 250 E. Maple Street
Ms. Ellis reported this contract amendment from ALTA Survey for 250 E. Maple Street (former Silver Cross Medical Office). This survey will reflect the current site conditions and updated Title Commitment. The updated survey will be provided to the developers of the proposed restaurant currently under contract with the Village. The cost of the agreement is not to exceed $3,200.00.
No comments or questions at this time.
Motion to approve the agreement was made by Trustee Madsen and seconded by Trustee Scalise
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for Approval of a Proposal – Landscaping Services at Route 30 Metra Station
Mayor Baldermann reported this proposal from The Ground Guys Landscaping to complete the landscaping in the planter at the Rt. 30 Metra Station in the amount of $2,500.00. This cost includes placing rock, top soil, planting mix, and a variety of trees, bushes, flowers, and mulch.
No other comments or questions at this time.
Motion to approve the proposal was made by Trustee Madsen and seconded by Trustee Scalise
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for Approval of Purchase – Chiller - Village Hall Mr. Brow reported this is a request for the purchase of a chiller for the Village Hall which is in need of replacement. Utilizing the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance, Premistar, our HVAC company has proposed replacing this chiller for $230,000. This price is actually below the co-ops recommended cost for replacement, but in excess of the Village budget.
No comments or questions at this time.
Motion to approve the purchase was made by Trustee Madsen and seconded by Trustee Scalise
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for Approval of Purchase – Flag Poles – New Lenox Commons
Mr. Brow reported this is for the purchase of (3) new flag poles to replace broken or worn poles located at the Veteran’s Memorial in the Commons from Federal Flags LLC. The cost of these poles is $16,225.85.
No comments or questions at this time.
Motion to approve the purchase was made by Trustee Reiser and seconded by Trustee Madsen
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for Approval of Purchase - Subscription for NextRequest FOIA Software (CivicPlus) – Police Department
Deputy Chief Perry reported this is for the purchase of a subscription for NextRequest FOIA software through CivicPlus. The Police Department processes approximately 500 FOIA requests annually. This software will assist in tracking requests, records redaction, and communication with requestors. The software will also streamline the process of receiving requests and releasing documents and videos, which will ultimately save time, resources, and equipment. The cost of the subscription for the first year is $5,988.50 and then annually.
No comments or questions at this time.
Motion to approve the purchase was made by Trustee Madsen and seconded by Trustee Scalise
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Consideration for Approval of a Purchase – Generator – Gougar Road Lift Station
Mr. Brow reported the Gougar Road Lift Station generator is in need of replacement. It is the original generator and is beginning to fail. The Village has been changing over to Blue Star generators for the Wastewater Department. The installation of new generators has a long lead time and will not be available until the fall, but parts and service are more readily available than other generators, which is critical for operation of the sanitary system. Metro Power, the Village’s generator installer and service company will be installing this generator in the amount of $63,033.34.
Motion to waive the bidding process was made by Trustee Scalise and seconded by Trustee Wilson. Upon voice, the motion was approved.
Motion to approve the purchase was made by Trustee Scalise and seconded by Trustee Wilson
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
REPORTS AND COMMUNICATION FROM VILLAGE OFFICIALS MAYOR
Mayor Baldermann reported on the recent successful concerts and we have another one coming up.
Mayor Baldermann reported on the upcoming grand opening of the new Crossroads Sports Complex.
VILLAGE ATTORNEY
No report.
VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR
Mr. Carroll thanked the Mayor and Village Board for building great relationships with our other taxing bodies.
PAYROLL & DISBURSEMENTS
Trustee Madsen made the motion to approve our bi-monthly disbursements in the amount of $10,175,626.14 and disbursements in the amount of $12,500.00 and $37,376.65. In addition to these disbursements, approval is needed for a payroll in the amount of $549,845.57 paid on June 13, 2025.
Trustee Scalise seconded the motion.
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6 Trustees Reiser, Wilson, Gugliuzza, Scalise, Madsen and Mayor Baldermann
ABSTAIN: 0
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1 Trustee Christopherson
The motion carried.
Mayor Baldermann commented on the events that have been going on in our country and oversees. Regardless of what your political ideology are, regardless of whether you think administrations are doing things right or wrong we should pray for the safety of our local law enforcement, state law enforcement, federal law enforcement and our military. Mayor Baldermann said we should never disrespect anyone wearing a uniform who are trying to keep everyone safe.
QUESTIONS AND/OR COMMENTS FROM THE FLOOR None.
TRUSTEE COMMENTS
Trustee Scalise
Trustee Scalise had no comments.
Trustee Wilson
Trustee Wilson had no comments.
Trustee Gugliuzza
Trustee Gugliuzza had no comments.
Trustee Christopherson
Absent
Trustee Madsen
Trustee Madsen wished everyone a safe Fourth of July.
Trustee Reiser
Trustee Reiser had no comments.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Trustee Scalise and seconded by Trustee Wilson. Upon voice vote, the motion carried. The Regular Meeting of the Village of New Lenox Board of Trustees held on June 23, 2025 adjourned at 7:34pm.
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