Village of Bolingbrook Board of Trustees met Jan. 20.
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 January 20, 2026, in Bolingbrook, Illinois, by Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Mary S. Alexander-Basta requested Cheryl Burger of the Special Events Commission 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, Jean M. Kelly, Troy J. Doris, Bhavini K. Patel, and Jose Quintero.
Absent: Trustee Michael J. Carpanzano
Also present were:
Village Clerk, Martha M. Barton; Village Attorney, Burt Odelson; Administrators, Lucas Rickelman and Ken Teppel; Director of Public Works, Andres Orrego; Police Chief, Michael Rompa; Deputy Police Chief, Sean Koren; IT Manager, Phillip Chau; and Fire Chief, Chris Jostes.
Absent: Finance Director, Rosa Cojulun; and Director of Community Development, Matt Eastman.
JOURNAL OF PROCEEDINGS:
Motion Lawler, second Patel to approve the minutes of the regular meeting December 09, 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 AND SWEARINGS-IN-BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
1. Special Events Commission
a. Approval of the following new Commissioners for a Two-Year Term
â– Domonique Davis
â– Silvia Salas
Motion: Lawler
Second: Doris
Voice Vote: Motion Carried
REPORTS OF OFFICERS:
Mayor
PUBLIC COMMENTS (AGENDA ITEMS ONLY): None
BILL APPROVAL:
Bill Listing A: Payables in the amount of $2,642,237.15
Bill Listing B: Payables in the amount of $4,738,036.24
Total: $7,380,273.39
Motion: Quintero
Second: Kelly
Roll Call Vote: Motion Carried
TAX RECEIPTS:
October 2025 State Income Tax: $746,625.14, a 15.3% increase from a year ago
September 2025 Sales Tax: $4,342,447.49, an18.9% increase from a year ago
October 2025 Motor Fuel Tax: $281,179.02, a 0.9% decrease from a year ago
September 2025 State Administrative Fee: $35,103.90
November 2025 State Income Tax: $1,406,960.42, a 4.2% increase from a year ago
October 2025 Sales Tax: $4,362,770.53, a 17.6% increase from a year ago
November 2025 Motor Fuel Tax: $288,492.59, 3.4% decrease from a year ago
October 2025 State Administrative Fee: $35,291.00
CONSENT AGENDA:
RESOLUTIONS
1. Resolution (26R-001) Authorizing the Purchase of Two (2) Ford Interceptor Vehicles from Currie Motors with Equipment from Midwest 911 for the Police Department
2. Resolution (26R-002) Authorizing the Purchase of a Replacement Return Activated Sludge (RAS) Pump for Wastewater Treatment Plant #2
3. Resolution (26R-003) Approving an Extension of the Materials Management Agreement with Synagro for Wastewater Digester Cleaning
4. Resolution (26R-004) Approving the Proposal of Amber Mechanical Contractors, Inc. for Replacement of HVAC System at Sewage Treatment Plant #1
5. Resolution (26R-005) Authorizing the Purchase of Replacement Traffic Signal Cabinets from Traffic Control Corporation
6. Resolution (26R-006) Authorizing the Purchase of Replacement Illuminated Street Signs from Traffic Control Corporation for Phase 3 of the Illuminated Street Sign Replacement Program
7. Resolution (26R-007) Authorizing the Purchase of Sophos Bundle and Firewall Xstream from Nobletec for Protection of the Village’s Networks
8. Resolution (26R-008) Approving a First Amendment to the Administrative Services Agreement for the Governmental 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan of the Village of Bolingbrook
9. Resolution (26R-009) Approving a Discretionary Investment Management Program and Advisory Services Agreement with Creative Planning, LLC
G. ORDINANCES
1. Ordinance (26-001) Amending Chapter 6 of the Bolingbrook Village Code Decreasing Class “D” (Full-Service) from Eleven (11) to Ten (10) and Class “D-1” (Outdoor) from Fourteen (14) to Thirteen (13) and Increasing Class “D” (Full-Service) from Ten (10) to Eleven (11) and Class “D-1” (Outdoor) from Thirteen (13) to (14) Wings R’Us Bolingbrook D/B/A Buffalo Wild Wings (777 E. Boughton Rd)
2. Ordinance (26-002) Approving Extended Business Hours in the Village of Bolingbrook -Wing Snob – 155 E. Boughton Road
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
Omnibus Motion: Lawler
Second: Kelly
Roll Call Vote: Motion Carried
REGULAR AGENDA
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION 26R-010
APPROVING THE PROPOSAL OF FEDERAL SIGNAL SAFETY AND SECURITY FOR UPGRADE TO THE VILLAGE’S EARLY OUTDOOR WARNING SYSTEM (TORNADO SIRENS):
Motion Kelly, second Patel to adopt a resolution approving the proposal of Federal Signal Safety and Security for an upgrade to the Village’s Early Outdoor Warning System (Tornado Sirens):
This Resolution approves an upgrade to the Village’s Early Outdoor Warning System, commonly known as the tornado sirens. The current system is outdated, and the new system will include automated siren testing, real time alerts and improved reliability. Federal Signal Safety and Security will perform the upgrade over 9 weeks for a total cost not to exceed $90,694.00 This action was reviewed and approved by the Public Safety Committee.
ROLL CALL: Yea 5 Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Patel, Quintero
Nay 0 None
Absent 1 Carpanzano
Abstentions 0 None
Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 26R-011
APPROVING THE PROPOSAL OF COVER THE TEES FOR AN ALUMINUM DRIVING RANGE COVER AT THE BOLINGBROOK GOLF CLUB:
Motion Lawler, second Quintero to adopt a resolution approving the proposal of Cover The Tees for an aluminum driving range cover at the Bolingbrook Golf Club.
This Resolution authorizes the first of several phases of construction for a structure at the Bolingbrook Golf Club to allow use of the range year-round and in most weather conditions. The project will be funded with hotel-motel tax funds received by the Village and the total budgeted amount for the project is $2,000,000.00. Due to the complexity of the different types of work to be completed, the Village is seeking several contracts to maximize expertise and efficiency of each one. This contract is with Cover the Tees for $713,043.25. The project is aimed to not only benefit serious golfers, but also to expand the use of the facility to residents of all ages and skill levels. The projected net revenue for the project will exceed $250,000.00 annually.
ROLL CALL: Yea 5 Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Patel, Quintero
Nay 0 None
Absent 1 Carpanzano
Abstentions 0 None
Motion carried.
ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE 26-003
AMENDING THE VILLAGE FEE SCHEDULE AND SECTION 22-87 “FEES FOR SERVICES” OF CHAPTER 22 “FIRE PROTECTION” OF THE BOLINGBROOK VILLAGE CODE TO ESTABLISH LIFT ASSIST SERVICE FEES:
Motion Patel, second Doris to pass an ordinance amending the Village Fee Schedule and section 22-87 “Fees for Services” of Chapter 22 “Fire Protection” of the Bolingbrook Village Code to establish lift assist services fees:
Newly passed legislation allows the Village and other communities to impose fees for lift assists, which are responses by the Fire Department to assist an individual who has fallen or requires physical assistance to stand, sit or reposition, and no medical transport occurs. This Ordinance amends the Village Code to allow for fees for lift assists at facilities and residents’ homes. The Village Fee Schedule is also amended to reflect fees of $0 for the first six (6) lift assists and $350.00 per incident for facilities. Residents will not be charged for the first 6 lift assists and thereafter will be charged escalating fees based upon the number of lift assists in a calendar year, from $100.00 to $300.00 This Ordinance was reviewed and approved by the Public Safety Committee.
ROLL CALL: Yea 5 Doris, Kelly, Lawler, Patel, Quintero
Nay 0 None
Absent 1 Carpanzano
Abstentions 0 None
Motion carried.
ORDINANCE 26-004
AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF ELEVEN (11) USED POLICE VEHICLES TO ADVANTAGE CHEVROLET:
Motion Lawler, second Quintero to pass an ordinance authorizing the sale of eleven (11) used police vehicles to Advantage Chevrolet.
This Ordinance authorizes the sale of 11 police vehicles that are inoperable, in need of costly repairs or otherwise no longer useful to the Village. They will be sold to Advantage Chevrolet for $17,000.00, which will offset the purchase price of the two new Ford Interceptors. This action was reviewed and approved by the Public Safety Committee.
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:
None
ATTORNEY COMMENTS
Attorney Odelson commented that as soon as the new law was passed that allowed municipalities to charge facilities and residents for lift assists, the staff and chiefs “were all over it” and the Village moved to put the ordinance passed this evening before the Board for approval. He also mentioned that there have been changes made to the FOIA law, and a memo will be sent to the members of the Board detailing the changes.
TRUSTEE COMMENTS AND REPORTS:
TRUSTEE KELLY:
Wished everyone a Happy New Year, congratulated the new commissioners, and mentioned that she is looking forward to all of the events coming up this year.
TRUSTEE DORIS:
Echoed the sentiments of Trustee Kelly.
TRUSTEE PATEL:
Wished everyone a Happy New Year, announced the Bolingbrook Park District’s Winterfest on Saturday, Jan. 24th, and mentioned how much she is looking forward to all the events of the new year.
TRUSTEE QUINTERO:
Expressed his Happy New Year wishes to all residents, encouraged them to be safe during the cold weather, to check on neighbors, and to practice kindness.
TRUSTEE LAWLER:
Congratulated the new Special Events commissioners, mentioning that it’s a great team and that the commissions are an excellent way to volunteer. Also announced Pastor Zilzah Trotter’s Rhyz to Flye fundraising event at Tailgaters on Jan. 23rd and its Build-a-Bike Giveaway at Home Depot on Jan. 24th.
MAYOR ALEXANDER-BASTA:
Mentioned the Blues Jam at Tailgaters on Jan 21st, the Black History event at Bolingbrook High School on Feb. 7th, and Coffee with the Chiefs on Tuesday, Feb. 10th at Town Center. She also commented that the State of the Village will be on Thursday, Feb. 12th at Bolingbrook Golf Club, and that tickets for the event are available now.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: None
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion Patel, second Quintero to adjourn the meeting. Voice vote. Motion carried and meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
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