Will County Gazette

Village of Bolingbrook Board of Trustees met Oct. 14.

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 October 14, 2025, in Bolingbrook, Illinois, by Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta requested Nick Seidel of Action Truck Parts, 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, Troy J. Doris, Jean M. Kelly, Bhavini K. Patel, and Jose Quintero.

Absent: Trustee Michael J. Carpanzano

Also present were:

Village Clerk, Martha M. Barton; Village Attorney, Lauren DaValle; 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, Chris Jostes; and Director of Community Development, Matt Eastman.

Absent: None

JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS:

Motion Lawler, second Patel to approve the minutes of the regular meeting September 23, 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

REPORTS OF OFFICERS:

Mayor

PROCLAMATIONS:

CITIZENS AGAINST ABUSE MONTH Harris

October 2025, Accepted by Pastor Elmer

CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH - October 2025, Accepted by IT Manager Phillip Chau and IT Commission Chair Conrad Zadlow

PRESENTATIONS:

1. VFW Awards, Presented by Greg Palmer, Commander, Post 5917:

Public Works Employee of the Year 2025 Award

Joseph Rocco Passarella, Electrician III

Firefighter Paramedic of the Year 2025 - Mark Lyman

Police Officer of the Year 2025 - Jenna Swendsen

2. American Legion Awards, Presented by Sr. Vice Commander Eric Morris, Post 1288:

Firefighter Paramedic of the Year 2025 - Mark Lyman

Police Officer of the Year 2025 Marjorie Higens

Police Officer of the Year 2025 - Nicholas Christopher

3. 40/8 Award, Presented by Thomas Mlynek:

• Firefighter Paramedic of the Year Jacob Errington

4. Check Presentation:

Nick Seidel of Action Truck Parts presented a check in the amount of $15,000 to Special Olympics Illinois on behalf of the Bolingbrook Police Department for their dedication, partnership, and sponsorship of numerous events.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

None

BILL APPROVAL:

Bill Listing A: Payables in the amount of $1,566,115.27

Bill Listing B: Payables in the amount of $3,098,204.35

Total: $4,664,319.62

Motion: Lawler

Second: Doris

Roll Call Vote: Motion Carried

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

ROLL CALL: Yea 5 Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Patel, Quintero

Nay 0 None

Absent 1 Carpanzano

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

RESOLUTIONS

25R-092

APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AMENDMENTS AND CLARIFICATIONS TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK AND BOLINGBROOK EQUITY I LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Motion Quintero, second Kelly to adopt a resolution approving and authorizing amendments and clarifications to the redevelopment agreement between the Village of Bolingbrook and Bolingbrook Equity Limited Partnership.

The Village entered into a redevelopment agreement for the Commons Shopping Center in June of 2022. This Resolution amends the redevelopment agreement to clarify certain terms and extend the date for substantial completion in order to complete the goals set forth in the agreement. These changes were reviewed and approved by all relevant personnel.

ROLL CALL: Yea 5 Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Patel, Quintero

Nay 0 None

Absent 1 Carpanzano

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

25R-093

AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A REPLACEMENT JOHN DEERE UTILITY TASK VEHICLE

Motion Lawler, second Kelly to adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase of a replacement John Deere Utility Task Vehicle.

This Resolution authorizes the purchase of a new utility task vehicle for the department of Public Works. The current utility task vehicle requires repairs that exceed its current value. The total cost of this purchase shall not exceed $26,757.59, which is $443.41 under the budgeted amount of $27,201.00. This Purchase was reviewing and approved by the Public Services and Development Committee.

ROLL CALL: Yea 5 Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Patel, Quintero

Nay 0 None

Absent 1 Carpanzano

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

25R-094

APPROVING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK IN THE DUPAGE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU

Motion Kelly, second Doris to adopt a resolution approving the membership of the Village of Bolingbrook in the DuPage Convention and Visitors Bureau.

The DuPage Convention and Visitors Bureau is a not-for-profit agency that promotes local businesses and travel destinations. This Resolution authorizes membership in the Bureau at a cost not to exceed $70,000.00. This action was reviewed by all relevant personnel.

ROLL CALL: Yea 5 Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Patel, Quintero

Nay 0 None

Absent 1 Carpanzano

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

ORDINANCES:

25-034

AMENDING CHAPTERS 12, 6, AND 34 OF THE BOLINGBROOK VILLAGE CODE TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR LIMITED VIDEO GAMING (GAMBLING) IN THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK

Motion Lawler, second Quintero to pass an ordinance amending Chapters 12, 6, and 34 of the Bolingbrook Village Code to establish regulations for limited video gaming (Gambling) in the Village of Bolingbrook.

This Ordinance establishes regulations and procedures for limited video gaming within the Village of Bolingbrook. The Ordinance limits the number of licenses and the criteria for licensure and establishes standards for enforcement and operations, consistent with the Illinois Video Gaming Act. This Ordinance was reviewed and approved by all relevant personnel.

ROLL CALL: Yea 5 Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Patel, Quintero

Nay 0 None

Absent 1 Carpanzano

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

25-035

AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTY BY THE VILLAGE OF BOLINGBROOK (3.73 ACRES-FALCON RIDGE WAY)

Motion Kelly, second Doris to pass an ordinance authorizing the purchase of property by the Village of Bolingbrook (3.73 Acres - Falcon Ridge Way).

This Ordinance authorizes the purchase of approximately 3.73 acres of vacant land located near Janes Avenue and Falcon Ridge Way. This property is close to approximately 40 acres of property already owned by the Village and will be used for future development. The purchase will be pursuant to contract at a cost not to exceed $351,000.00 plus closing costs not to exceed $10,000.00. This purchase and contract were reviewed by all relevant personnel.

ROLL CALL: Yea 5 Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Patel, Quintero

Nay 0 None

Absent 1 Carpanzano

Abstentions 0 None

Motion carried.

QUESTIONS/COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PRESS:

• There were three people who commented that they were unhappy about the noise and air traffic activity (especially the flight schools) at Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport: Tony Gainstord, Lelsey Streitelmeier, and Howie Hughes. Ms. Streitelmeier also called for the flight schools to be terminated. Concern about airborne lead was cited, as well.

• Debbie Watson spoke about the current climate of hate and disrespect, reminding that we are all residents of Bolingbrook and should treat each other with respect and kindness. She also thanked those who spoke for being respectful and for being there for open dialogue.

• Joe DePaulo, General Manager of Clow International Airport, responded:

o Regarding lead levels, there is a "miniscule" amount of lead in the air surrounding the airport. In over 20 years there has not been one report from anyone about any negative effects from lead.

o Although aircraft activity has increased, more of them have quieter engines.

o Joe also explained that when people have called to complain about the noise, he asks for their address so that he knows where the complaint comes from geographically (i.e. which area is being affected and by what pattern).

o There has been a flight school at Clow since 1975.

o Flight patterns and heights are set by the FAA according to legal and safety standards, which are also affected by weather and wind conditions. Certain requirements by flight examiners also require certain patterns.

o The airport has received grant money from the FAA since 2005. Grant assurances dictate that the Village of Bolingbrook cannot disallow the flight schools at the airport. The FAA could sue the Village if those grant assurances are not followed.

o Aircraft from other nearby airports also use Clow (Lewis, DuPage and Aero). The three flight schools from Lewis use Clow to avoid having to work with Lewis' air traffic control tower. Even if Clow's flight schools were gone, Lewis' flight schools would increase their traffic.

o Joe is working with the flight schools to encourage them to move their operations to other airports.

o Our airport and its flight schools are stepping-stones to professional careers. The activity level at the schools has increased because of the demand for pilots.

o The Mayor also commented that in exploring options and solutions, they were learning more about the FAA grant requirements, and will provide more information as they determine what is and is not allowed.

TRUSTEE COMMENTS AND REPORTS:

TRUSTEE QUINTERO:

Thanked Debbie Watson for her remarks.

Announced the upcoming Haunted Hangar event at Clow International Airport, in the Illinois Aviation Museum, on Saturday, Oct. 18th.

TRUSTEE KELLY:

Offered her congratulations to award recipients.

Mentioned the LaBranche Family Foundation Masquerade Ball/Fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 24th at the Bolingbrook Golf Club.

TRUSTEE DORIS:

Announced the upcoming freestyle Blues Lab Jam at Tailgaters on October 15th for musicians ages 11-19, sponsored by the Bolingbrook Arts Council Commission.

TRUSTEE PATEL:

Congratulated all of the awards recipients.

Announced the Park District's and Chamber's upcoming PechaKucha event on October 22nd at Ashbury's.

Wished all who celebrate, Happy Dewali, beginning on October 21st.

TRUSTEE LAWLER:

Congratulations to the Village employees who were recognized by the veterans and thanked them for all they do.

• Expanding on Trustee Doris' announcement, invited all to enjoy the Blues Lab Jam at Tailgaters the following evening, followed by the All-Star Blues Jam.

Mentioned that he has known both Howie Hughes and Joe DePaulo for over 20 years. He is friends with both, and has known Joe to be nothing but professional.

MARY ALEXANDER-BASTA:

Echoed the comments made by Debbie Watson, that we all must come together in our community, check on our neighbors, and make sure that information is accurate. Misinformation can spiral out of control and create unnecessary drama.

She encouraged residents to respect each other's privacy, and to reach out if they need to. Bolingbrook is a place where we stand together.

Bolingbrook Police Department is here for the safety of all our residents.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

None

ADJOURNMENT:

Motion Quintero, second Kelly to adjourn the meeting. Voice vote. Motion carried and meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m.

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