Board of Trustees

MAYOR: Michelle I. Nelson | VILLAGE CLERK: Cecil Porter | VILLAGE MANAGER: Bridget A. Wachtel TRUSTEES: Gary Daggett | Kevin Dorsey | Rosalind Henderson Mustafa | George Lofton | James Mitros | Carolyn D. Rodgers AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, ILLINOIS MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026 • 7:00 PM • VILLAGE HALL Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85210894513?pwd=uZUHbLuNGHvJ6BUE21v70fK1RLbeBa.1 ID: 852 1089 4513 Passcode: 60422 Or join by phone (312) 626-6799 CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL RECOGNITIONS AND APPOINTMENTS PUBLIC PRESENT WISHING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE ADOPTION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 1. Consideration of the Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget CONSENT AGENDA 2. Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting Held on April 6, 2026 3. Presentation of Bills for Approval and Payment as Approved by the Finance Committee (April 20, 2026) 4. Consideration of an Ordinance of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, Amending Chapters 266, 270, and 150 of the Village of Flossmoor Municipal Code (Vehicle Fee) • If you plan on attending a Village Board meeting and need an accommodation, please call 708-798-2300 or TDD 708-647-0179 at least one full business day prior to the meeting. • 2800 Flossmoor Road, Flossmoor, Illinois 60422 | Phone: 708.798.2300 | TDD: 708.647.0179 | Fax: 708.798.4016 | www.flossmoor.org Page 1 of 77  5. Consideration of an Ordinance of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, Amending Chapter 250 of the Village of Flossmoor Municipal Code (Places for Eating Tax, also known as a Food and Beverage Tax) 6. Consideration of an Ordinance of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, Amending Chapter 245 of the Village of Flossmoor Municipal Code (Outdoor Dining) 7. Consideration of a Resolution of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois Approving the Fifth Amendment to an Agreement with Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc. 8. Consideration of a Resolution for Fiscal Year 2027 IDOT Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance 9. Consideration of a Contract Award to Beary Landscaping for the FY27 Landscape Maintenance Contract 10. Consideration of a Contract Extension with Advance Sweeping Services, Inc for FY27 Street Sweeping Services 11. Consideration of a Contract Award to Werner Maintenance for FY27 Janitorial Maintenance Services 12. Consideration of a Contract Award to Smitty's Tree Service for FY27 Parkway Tree Services REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS ACTION ITEMS DISCUSSION ITEMS OTHER BUSINESS 13. A Motion to go into Executive Session to Discuss the Employment of Specific Individuals, Property Acquisition, and Litigation ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING • If you plan on attending a Village Board meeting and need an accommodation, please call 708-798-2300 or TDD 708-647-0179 at least one full business day prior to the meeting. • 2800 Flossmoor Road, Flossmoor, Illinois 60422 | Phone: 708.798.2300 | TDD: 708.647.0179 | Fax: 708.798.4016 | www.flossmoor.org Page 2 of 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Nelson and Board of Trustees CC: FROM: Bridget A. Wachtel, Village Manager DATE: April 20, 2026 RE: Consideration of the Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026- 2027 Budget The Village Board has discussed the draft Fiscal Year 2027 budget during the last three Village Board meetings, and you will conclude your review at the April 20 Village Board meeting with the adoption of the budget. Also, at the April 20 meeting, we will hold the Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. Modifications to the draft budget are summarized in the following attached documents: 1. A spreadsheet listing the final budget totals including all adjustments 2. A spreadsheet listing the adjustments made to the draft FY 2027 budget 3. Summary spreadsheets for the General Fund and Water and Sewer Fund Another copy of the FY 2027 budget was provided to the Board with the adjustments that have been made to the budget since the initial presentation in March. Below is a chart depicting the proposed final budget fund summary totals. For those funds utilizing fund balance, fund balance is available and, in some cases, has been saved in previous years and set aside to fund projects. FINAL DRAFT BUDGET SUMMARY FISCAL YEAR 2027 Revenues Expenditures Allocated Fund Balance* General $16,376,405 $19,220,352 $2,843,947 Water Operations $3,945,975 $4,302,078 $356,103 Sewer Operations $1,254,965 $1,380,018 $125,053 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation $421,900 $278,903 - Storm Sewer $630,050 $732,103 $102,053 Capital Equipment $1,529,857 $1,806,824 $276,967 Municipal Parking Lots $109,810 $144,176 $34,366 Motor Fuel Tax $410,000 $653,650 $243,650 Fire Pension $895,535 $449,015 - Police Pension $3,316,405 $1,940,902 - 11-501 (J) Fund $0 $2,300 $2,300 Debt Service $1,139,744 $1,139,744 - Drug Forfeiture $1,000 $1,600 $600 Public Art Program $13,000 $11,950 - Foreign Fire Insurance $30,500 $35,000 $4,500 Public Safety Donations $300 $4,600 $4300 Rebuild Illinois Bond - - - 2021 Streets & Storm Sewer $25,000 $1,831,500 $1,806,500 Improvements Downtown TIF $101,000 $2,000 Page 3 of 77  2021 GO Refunding Bonds - - - ARPA - - - FEMA Fire Station Alerting - - - Library $1,696,174 $1,814,640 $118,436 TOTAL $31,897,620 $35,751,325 *Each fund has adequate fund balance to cover each respective revenue gap. You will note from this single year snapshot that the FY 2027 expenditures exceed the FY 2027 revenues, the majority of which is the General Fund. Analysis at the fund level reveals that the additional expenditures are attributable to several reasons including planned capital projects or carryover funds for projects which were not completed in Fiscal Year 2026. For example, the General Fund, which accounts for the majority of the expenses associated with Village operations, reflects a $2,843,947 budgeted total deficit inclusive of a $1,193,908 budgeted operating deficit, which is an improvement from the preliminary budget presented in March which showed a $2.98M total fund deficit and a $1.35M budgeted operating deficit. The Fiscal Year 2027 budget includes budgeted revenue for the Vehicle Use Fee and the Food and Beverage Tax in the amount of $570,000 ($370,000 of which is new monies comparing budget to budget). The total deficit has been planned to be covered by fund balance including set-asides in the Finance and Facilities Plan. Capital projects accounted for in the General Fund that are in total or in part being carried over to Fiscal Year 2027 total $2,841,850, of which $1,081,811 in grant monies are budgeted in the new fiscal year. In addition, two awarded grants are awaiting intergovernmental agreements - $1M DCEO grant (Senator Harris) and $1M MWRD Stormwater Partnership Grant. Those agreements are imminent, and once received, they will be an additional $2M in grants in the General Fund with corresponding expenses associated with the Flossmoor Road Viaduct Improvements, which will alleviate the 2021 Bond Fund in approximately the same amount of expenses. In addition to the Fiscal Year 2027 projects in the Capital Plan, some one-time non- operating expenses are being carried over from Fiscal Year 2026 to Fiscal Year 2027. One-time operating expenses carried over include additional laser fiche scanning and pedestrian beacon costs increasing the one-time non-operating costs from $72,000 to $127,200. The budgeted operating deficit is largely attributable to the following: cost increases attributable to the inflationary market; an increase in the Capital Equipment Fund contribution; increased information technology costs; contracted fire personnel; wage and step adjustments; and approximately $21,000 in operating expense carryovers. These budgeted deficits follow a projected deficit for Fiscal Year 2026 in the amount of $718,105, in operating and $819,498 in total fund. This is a significant improvement from the Preliminary Budget in March which showed a projected Fiscal Year 2026 operating deficit of $1.42M and a total fund projected deficit of $1.54M. This significant improvement is in large part due to an increase in property tax receipts in the last couple of months, with an additional $1.35M in property tax revenue due the Village received. The Capital Equipment Fund also experienced several changes between the Preliminary and Final Budget. Five hundred thousand ($500,000) in expenses were expected to be completed before fiscal year end but instead carried over to Fiscal Year 2027. This change resulted in an additional General Fund contribution to the Capital Fund in the amount of $52,555. The Village Board’s proactive measures to adjust licenses and fees with a vehicle use fee instead of a sticker and implement a Places for Eating Tax (Food and Beverage Tax) are two actions to mitigate budgeted deficits. The Village’s aggressive pursuit of economic development which will contribute to property and sales tax will also have a positive impact. While the General Fund fund balance remains very strong at $7.1M, we will need to remain vigilant especially in the development of our next Strategic Plan which is planned for later this year. The Village has been in this position before and has taken thoughtful and successful measures to remain financially solvent. As needed, Page 4 of 77 the Village will need to evaluate revenue opportunities to sustain our levels of service or re-evaluate our service/expense levels to match our revenues. The traction in the turnaround in the health of the Water and Sewer Fund had been encouraging following the water main and Vollmer Reservoir improvements until these past few years. Following water main replacement and repairs to the Vollmer Road Reservoir, the Village’s purchased to bill ratio climbed to 83% (up from 59%) but has unfortunately been dwindling down ever since and is currently 79%. From an operating perspective, the fund is projected to end Fiscal Year 2026 with an operating surplus of $557,294 and a total surplus of $120,687. The Fiscal Year 2026 budget accounted for $436,007 in expenses for the relocation of a sewer line as part of the CBD project. Given the projected positive total fund balance for Fiscal Year 2026, staff allocated water supply improvements and engineering for the lead line replacement project in the Fiscal Year 2027 budget in the amount of $871,030. The fund is budgeting an operating fund surplus of $389,874 and total fund deficit of $481,156 in Fiscal Year 2027. One of the most significant projects planned for in FY 2027 using General Fund monies is the Dartmouth Bridge and Streambank Stabilization project, of which only a small portion is offset by grant funds. The second project impacting the General Fund is the Central Business District Roadway, Pedestrian and Streetscape Improvements, which although offset by grants, has a local share. The majority of the construction was completed in Fiscal Year 2026 through an ITEP grant, and the remaining punch list of work will be completed this spring/summer. At that time, the Village’s local share of approximately $794,000 will be due. Additional bond funds and grant funds will be allocated to the stormwater improvements to the Flossmoor Road viaduct; remaining monies will be considered for a second phase of street resurfacing in a subsequent year. A complete list of the Village’s Capital Plan projects can be found in the Finance and Facilities Plan in the Appendix section of the budget. The Village has successfully received grants to not only offset operating expenses, like the salaries of the Fire Department Captains several years ago and equipment like a public safety drone and security cameras, but also to assist with large capital projects. Grant funding that offsets Village operating revenues provides the opportunity for Village revenue to support other daily operations or be set aside for rainy days and emergencies. Capital improvement grants can offset Finance and Facilities Plan set asides which in turn creates an opportunity to fund other capital projects. A more detailed review of our grant opportunities can be found in the Finance and Facilities Plan in the Appendix of the annual budget. Overall, the Village of Flossmoor remains in good fiscal health; however, the Village must remain diligent to where our financial planning must be used to proactively respond to the anticipated deficits. Our success has been rooted in sound financial planning combined with an incremental yet responsive approach to fluctuating economic impacts. In economic climates in which many private businesses and public agencies have cut services, we are proud to report that we have been able to sustain current service levels, which has been a main objective of the Village Board. Areas of financial concern moving forward continue to be the pull-back of State shared revenues, decreasing and flat revenues dependent upon the economy, the impact of pensions and unfunded mandates combined with the pressure of increasing operating costs which are exacerbated in an inflationary market and the ongoing maintenance costs of infrastructure in an older community. Diligent financial management has and will ensure the continuation of the highest level of service to our residents for as long as possible. Fiscal Year 2027 should be another exciting and productive year for the Village of Flossmoor. Staff looks forward to working with the Board and the community in meeting all of our goals. Page 5 of 77 Attachments: Spreadsheet listing final budget totals including all adjustments Spreadsheet listing the adjustments made to the draft FY 27 budget General Fund Summary (dated April 16, 2026) Water and Sewer Fund Summary (dated April 16, 2026) General Fund Summary (dated March 6, 2026) Water and Sewer Fund Summary (dated March 4, 2026) Page 6 of 77 VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR 4/16/2026 FINAL BUDGET SUMMARY TOTALS FY 27 BUDGET REVENUES EXPENDITURES Original Final Original Final Budget Budget Budget Additional Personnel Finance & Budget 3/9/26 4/20/26 3/9/26 Funding Budget Fac. Plan 4/20/26 NET Fund VB Mtg Adjustments VB Mtg VB Mtg Requests Adjustments Allocations Adjustments VB Mtg BUDGET General 16,006,405 370,000 16,376,405 18,870,157 - 188,146 162,049 19,220,352 (2,843,947) MFT 410,000 - 410,000 653,650 - - - - 653,650 (243,650) Rebuild Illinois Bond - - - - - - - - - - ARPA - - - - - - - - - - TIF 101,000 - 101,000 2,000 - - - - 2,000 99,000 Debt Service 1,139,744 - 1,139,744 1,139,744 - - - - 1,139,744 - Storm Sewer 597,480 32,570 630,050 727,103 - - - 5,000 732,103 (102,053) Water Operations 3,474,425 471,550 3,945,975 4,287,078 - - 15,000 4,302,078 (356,103) San Sewer Oper 1,062,225 192,740 1,254,965 1,380,018 - - 1,380,018 (125,053) San Sewer Rehab 365,900 56,000 421,900 278,903 - - - - 278,903 142,997 Police Pension 3,316,405 - 3,316,405 1,940,902 - - - - 1,940,902 1,375,503 Fire Pension 895,535 - 895,535 449,015 - - - - 449,015 446,520 Capital Equipment 1,475,007 54,850 1,529,857 1,307,444 - - - 499,380 1,806,824 (276,967) 2021 Str & St Sew 25,000 - 25,000 1,831,500 - - - 1,831,500 (1,806,500) 2021 GO Ref Bds - - - - - - - - - - FEMA Fire St Alert - - - - - - - - - - Pub Safe Donation 300 - 300 4,600 - - - - 4,600 (4,300) 11-501 (J) - - - 2,300 - - - - 2,300 (2,300) Drug Forfeiture 1,000 - 1,000 1,600 - - - - 1,600 (600) Public Art Program 13,000 - 13,000 11,950 - - - - 11,950 1,050 Foreign Fire Insur 30,500 - 30,500 35,000 - - - - 35,000 (4,500) E911 - - - - - - - - - - Municipal Pkg Lots 109,810 - 109,810 144,176 - - - 144,176 (34,366) Library 1,696,174 - 1,696,174 1,814,610 - - - - 1,814,610 (118,436) TOTAL 30,719,910 1,177,710 31,897,620 34,881,750 - 188,146 - 681,429 35,751,325 (3,853,705) Note: Figures include final review upon completion of detailed line item budget Page 7 of 77 Village of Flossmoor FY 26-27 BUDGET 4/15/2026 ADJUSTMENTS MAY 1,2026 Account Original Revised Description Number Amount Budget Budget Notes CBD Sign Kiosks 01-55-7-774 9,788 - 9,788 fy26 projection change per jb VH Muni Complex Improv 01-67-7-765 1,055 50,000 51,055 fy26 projection change per jb Flossmoor Rd Viaduct Cons Observ Serv 17-01-4-742 95,647 95 95,742 fy26 projection change per jb Dartmouth Rd Bike Bridge Path 01-55-7-770 (20,000) 80,000 60,000 fy26 projection change per jb Dartmouth Rd Bike Bridge Path 01-55-7-770 20,000 610,800 630,800 fy27 carryover per jb ComEd Crosswalk Project 01-60-7-708 (5,200) 26,000 20,800 fy26 projection change per jb ComEd Crosswalk Project 01-60-7-708 5,200 - 5,200 fy27 carryover per jb Uniforms & Related Supplies 01-49-3-612 (17,000) 83,000 66,000 fy26 projection change per mb Uniforms & Related Supplies 01-49-3-612 17,000 88,000 105,000 fy27 carryover per mb Small Tools and Equipment 01-49-3-615 (7,400) 7,546 146 fy26 projection change per mb Small Tools and Equipment 01-49-3-615 7,400 16,000 23,400 fy27 carryover per mb Battery Replacement 16-01-7-749 (15,000) 15,000 - fy26 projection change per mb Battery Replacement 16-01-7-749 15,000 - 15,000 fy27 carryover per mb Vehicle Stabilization Equipment 16-01-7-749 (18,000) 18,000 - fy26 projection change per mb Vehicle Stabilization Equipment 16-01-7-749 18,000 - 18,000 fy27 carryover per mb Pistol Range 16-01-7-748 (439,380) 600,000 160,620 fy26 projection change per ce Pistol Range 16-01-7-748 439,380 - 439,380 fy27 carryover per ce Laserfiche Old Document 01-42-7-712 50,000 50,000 100,000 fy27 carryover per jb exec Office Equipment 01-42-3-606 (384) 1,200 816 fy26 projection change per jb exec Office Equipment 01-42-3-606 1,500 2,800 4,300 fy27 carryover per jb exec Copier 16-01-7-742 (21,000) 21,000 - fy26 projection change per jb exec Copier 16-01-7-742 21,000 - 21,000 fy27 carryover per jb exec Laser Printers Exec (Manager/General) 16-01-7-730 (4,000) 4,000 - fy26 projection change per jb exec Laser Printers Exec (Manager/General) 16-01-7-730 4,000 - 4,000 fy27 carryover per jb exec Heavy Duty Laser Printer b & w - FIN 16-01-7-730 (2,000) 2,000 - fy26 projection change per an Heavy Duty Laser Printer b & w - FIN 16-01-7-730 2,000 - 2,000 fy27 carryover per an Spoil Disposal 01-60-4-650 (19,625) 25,000 5,375 fy26 projection change per jb dpw Spoil Disposal 01-60-4-650 (14,000) 20,000 6,000 fy27 carryover per jb dpw Spoil Disposal 07-01-4-633 4,502 - 4,502 fy26 projection change per jb dpw Spoil Disposal 07-01-4-633 5,000 - 5,000 fy27 carryover per jb dpw Spoil Disposal 08-11-4-633 13,045 - 13,045 fy26 projection change per jb dpw carryovers + changes Page 8 of 77 Village of Flossmoor Account Original Revised Description Number Amount Budget Budget Notes Spoil Disposal 08-11-4-633 15,000 - 15,000 fy27 carryover per jb dpw Chamber Night 01-41-4-658 6,000 - 6,000 fy27 change per jb exec Food and Beverage Tax 01-00-1-424 350,000 - 350,000 fy27 change per 4/20 bod mtg 7/1 start date Vehicle Use Fee 01-00-2-420 20,000 200,000 220,000 fy27 change per 4/20 bod mtg Need footnote for nam Vehicle Stickers 01-00-2-420 (158,975) 180,000 21,025 fy26 projection change Accounting Clerk 01-43-1-512 74,105 151,420 225,525 fy27 change per 4/6 bod mtg General Finance Clerk 01-43-1-516 (65,363) 65,363 - fy27 change per 4/6 bod mtg Property Tax - General Corporate 01-00-1-401 255,495 690,000.00 945,495 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Property Tax - Police Protection 01-00-1-402 323,347 1,006,700.00 1,330,047 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Property Tax - Fire Protection 01-00-1-403 323,347 1,006,700.00 1,330,047 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Property Tax - WC/Liab 01-00-1-404 23,261 135,900.00 159,161 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Property Tax - Auditing 01-00-1-405 9,473 32,060.00 41,533 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Property Tax - SS/Med 01-00-1-406 64,047 245,420.00 309,467 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Property Tax - IMRF 01-00-1-407 36,849 136,990.00 173,839 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Property Tax - Police Pension 01-00-1-408 235,943 1,035,325.00 1,271,268 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Property Tax - Fire Pension 01-00-1-409 84,918 374,950.00 459,868 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Property Tax - Downtown TIF 05-00-1-414 3,247 60,000.00 63,247.00 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Vill Police Pension Contributions 01-48-2-598 235,943 1,035,325.00 1,271,268 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Vill Fire Pension Contributions 01-49-2-598 84,918 374,950.00 459,868 fy26 projection change - Activity as of 4/13/26 Sanitary Sewer Surchage 09-00-4-417 56,000 356,000 412,000 fy27 budget change due to water rate increase Foreman 01-60-1-583 (98,305) 98,305 - fy27 change per 4/6 bod mtg Water & Sewer Supervisor 01-60-1-587 114,343 - 114,343 fy27 change per 4/6 bod mtg Stormwater Utility Fee 07-00-4-407 32,570 587,430 620,000 fy27 budget change due to water rate increase Water Sales 08-00-4-401 471,550 3,320,300 3,791,850 fy27 budget change due to water rate increase Sewer Service 08-00-4-410 192,740 1,030,400 1,223,140 fy27 budget change due to water rate increase Transfer from General Fund 16-00-9-401 212,211 636,675 848,886 fy26 projection change per an Transfer to Capital 01-XX-9-916 212,211 636,675 848,886 fy26 projection change per an Transfer from General Fund 16-00-9-401 52,555 1,006,511 1,059,066 fy27 change per capital carryovers Transfer from Water Fund 16-00-9-408 1,086 150,714 151,800 fy27 change per capital carryovers Transfer from Sewer Fund 16-00-9-409 1,209 187,781 188,990 fy27 change per capital carryovers Transfer to Capital (Exec) 01-42-9-916 (1,064) 16,324 15,260 fy27 change per capital carryovers Transfer to Capital (Police) 01-48-9-916 228,059 247,071 475,130 fy27 change per capital carryovers Transfer to Capital (Fire) 01-49-9-916 1,973 68,069 70,042 fy27 change per capital carryovers Transfer to Capital (PW Str) 01-60-9-916 (140,050) 531,869 391,819 fy27 change per capital carryovers Transfer to Capital (Bldg Mtce) 01-67-9-916 (36,364) 143,179 106,815 fy27 change per capital carryovers carryovers + changes Page 9 of 77 Village of Flossmoor Account Original Revised Description Number Amount Budget Budget Notes Meetings and Events 01-42-4-652 4,000 1,750 5,750 fy27 change per bw CBD Flags 01-60-6-682 12,395 3,000 15,395 fy27 change per dm dpw Records Clerks 01-50-1-591 5,000 135,000 140,000 fy27 change per ce Total Adjustments 3,390,202 Total Adjustments Less Personnel Line Items 3,044,561 Total Adjustments less fy 26 projection changes 1,543,278 (less personnel line items & fy 26 budget projections) carryovers + changes Page 10 of 77 VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR 4/16/26 GENERAL FUND SUMMARY FY 27 BUDGET FY 27 FY 26 FY 26 Description Budget Projections Budget* TOTAL REVENUE 16,376,405 16,189,055 17,068,597 Less: IDOT/FHA-Brookwood Bridge/Butterfield Crk Grant* - (110,418) (110,418) IRMA - Fire PPE Grant - (4,500) - Cook Co - Inv in Cook CBD Grant #2 - (55,000) (55,000) IDOT ITEP Grant - CBD Streetscape Improvements - (117,600) (117,600) OJP Bulletproof Vest Grant (1,000) (990) (990) DCEO-Flossmoor Rd Viaduct Grant #1 - (500,000) (500,000) (1,081,811) DCEO-Flossmoor Rd Viaduct Grant #2 - (1,000,000) (1,000,000) DHS-Flossmoor Rd Viaduct Grant Federal - - (200,000) IL State Attorney Organized Retail Crime Grant - (42,000) - Cook County UASI Drone Grant - (14,971) (15,000) Taser Grant - (15,686) (15,000) Body Worn Cameras Grant - - (40,000) 1648 Western Ave Floodprone Property - FEMA Grant (373,211) - (373,211) 1648 Western Ave Floodprone Property - MWRD Grant (115,000) - (115,000) DCEO-Flossmoor Rd Viaduct Grant #3 (500,000) - (500,000) IEPA Section 319 Grant - Dartmiouth Bridge (93,600) (18,000) (111,600) EMRS DDR Reimbursment - (55,444) (55,444) IDOT - Police OT Grant (25,000) (46,800) (46,800) COMED/MMC Power Safe Grant - (10,000) - Class 8 Developer Payments (84,000) (84,000) (88,000) OPERATING REVENUE 15,184,594 14,113,646 13,724,534 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 19,220,352 17,008,553 20,155,984 Less: Legislative - (30,000) (38,018) Executive (50,000) (40,000) (100,000) Finance - - - Planning & Zoning - - - Police (22,000) (20,000) - Public Safety Reception/Records - - - Fire - - (20,000) Building - - - PW Admin: Dartmouth Road Bicycle Bridge & Path (630,800) (60,000) (690,800) Brookwood Bridge - Const Observ - (9,399) (12,000) CBD Streetscape Improvements - Constr (794,050) - (783,144) CBD Streetscape Improvements - Constr. Ob - (177,755) (177,755) CBD Streetscape Improvements - Kiosks (45,000) (30,000) (30,000) Flossmoor Rd Viaduct - Engineering - (200,000) (200,000) Flossmoor Rd Viaduct - Construction (500,000) (1,500,000) (2,000,000) Water Supply System Improv - (5,502) (10,000) 1648 Western Ave Floodprone (500,000) - (500,000) PW Streets: - - - ComEd Crosswalk Project - (26,000) - PW Building Maintenance: Demolition 3648 198th Street - (27,091) (25,000) Village Hall Mun. Complex Improvements (300,000) (51,055) (400,000) Public Works Salt Storage Bin - - - OPERATING EXPENDITURES 16,378,502 14,831,751 15,169,267 NET OPERATING (1,193,908) (718,105) (1,444,733) NET TOTAL GENERAL FUND (2,843,947) (819,498) (3,087,387) Note: Figures subject to final review upon completion of detailed line item budget *Amended budget; includes budget amendments: Total Rev=122,000; Total Exp=16,080 Prelim Net Operating Deficit (1,353,413) (1,422,551) Change 159,505 704,446 Summary GF Page 11 of 77 VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR 4/15/26 WATER & SEWER FUND SUMMARY FY 27 BUDGET FY 27 FY 26 FY 26 Description Budget Projections Budget* TOTAL REVENUE 5,200,940 4,668,625 4,846,912 Less: None - - - OPERATING REVENUE 5,200,940 4,668,625 4,846,912 TOTAL EXPENSES 5,682,096 4,547,938 5,460,470 Less: Capital Outlay/Non-Operating: (871,030) (436,607) (1,140,561) OPERATING EXPENSES 4,811,066 4,111,331 4,319,909 NET OPERATING 389,874 557,294 527,003 NET TOTAL WATER & SEWER FUND (481,156) 120,687 (613,558) Note: Figures subject to final review upon completion of detailed line item budget *Amended budget; includes budget amendments: Total Rev=0; Total Exp=0 Prelim Net Operating Deficit (259,416) 570,339 Change 649,290 (13,045) Summary WS Page 12 of 77 VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR 3/6/26 GENERAL FUND SUMMARY FY 27 BUDGET FY 27 FY 26 FY 26 Description Budget Projections Budget* TOTAL REVENUE 16,006,405 14,991,350 17,068,597 Less: IDOT/FHA-Brookwood Bridge/Butterfield Crk Grant* - (110,418) (110,418) IRMA - Fire PPE Grant - (4,500) - Cook Co - Inv in Cook CBD Grant #2 - (55,000) (55,000) IDOT ITEP Grant - CBD Streetscape Improvements - (117,600) (117,600) OJP Bulletproof Vest Grant (1,000) (990) (990) DCEO-Flossmoor Rd Viaduct Grant #1 - (500,000) (500,000) DCEO-Flossmoor Rd Viaduct Grant #2 - (1,000,000) (1,000,000) DHS-Flossmoor Rd Viaduct Grant Federal - - (200,000) IL State Attorney Organized Retail Crime Grant - (42,000) - Cook County UASI Drone Grant - (14,971) (15,000) Taser Grant - (15,686) (15,000) Body Worn Cameras Grant - - (40,000) 1648 Western Ave Floodprone Property - FEMA Grant (373,211) - (373,211) 1648 Western Ave Floodprone Property - MWRD Grant (115,000) - (115,000) DCEO-Flossmoor Rd Viaduct Grant #3 (500,000) - (500,000) IEPA Section 319 Grant - Dartmiouth Bridge (93,600) (18,000) (111,600) EMRS DDR Reimbursment - (55,444) (55,444) IDOT - Police OT Grant (25,000) (46,800) (46,800) COMED/MMC Power Safe Grant - (10,000) - Class 8 Developer Payments (84,000) (84,000) (88,000) OPERATING REVENUE 14,814,594 12,915,941 13,724,534 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 18,989,857 16,534,239 20,155,984 Less: Legislative - (30,000) (38,018) Executive (50,000) (40,000) (100,000) Finance - - - Planning & Zoning - - - Police (22,000) (20,000) - Public Safety Reception/Records - - - Fire - - (20,000) Building - - - PW Admin: Dartmouth Road Bicycle Bridge & Path (610,800) (80,000) (690,800) Brookwood Bridge - Const Observ - (9,399) (12,000) CBD Streetscape Improvements - Constr (794,050) - (783,144) CBD Streetscape Improvements - Constr. Ob - (177,755) (177,755) CBD Streetscape Improvements - Kiosks (45,000) (30,000) (30,000) Flossmoor Rd Viaduct - Engineering - (200,000) (200,000) Flossmoor Rd Viaduct - Construction (500,000) (1,500,000) (2,000,000) Water Supply System Improv - (5,502) (10,000) 1648 Western Ave Floodprone (500,000) - (500,000) PW Streets: - - - ComEd Crosswalk Project - (26,000) - PW Building Maintenance: Demolition 3648 198th Street - (27,091) (25,000) Village Hall Mun. Complex Improvements (300,000) (50,000) (400,000) Public Works Salt Storage Bin - - - OPERATING EXPENDITURES 16,168,007 14,338,492 15,169,267 NET OPERATING (1,353,413) (1,422,551) (1,444,733) NET TOTAL GENERAL FUND (2,983,452) (1,542,889) (3,087,387) Note: Figures subject to final review upon completion of detailed line item budget *Amended budget; includes budget amendments: Total Rev=122,000; Total Exp=16,080 Summary GF Page 13 of 77 VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR 3/4/26 WATER & SEWER FUND SUMMARY FY 27 BUDGET FY 27 FY 26 FY 26 Description Budget Projections Budget* TOTAL REVENUE 4,536,650 4,668,625 4,846,912 Less: None - - - OPERATING REVENUE 4,536,650 4,668,625 4,846,912 TOTAL EXPENSES 5,667,096 4,534,893 5,460,470 Less: Capital Outlay/Non-Operating: (871,030) (436,607) (1,140,561) OPERATING EXPENSES 4,796,066 4,098,286 4,319,909 NET OPERATING (259,416) 570,339 527,003 NET TOTAL WATER & SEWER FUND (1,130,446) 133,732 (613,558) Note: Figures subject to final review upon completion of detailed line item budget *Amended budget; includes budget amendments: Total Rev=0; Total Exp=0 Summary WS Page 14 of 77  MINUTES OF MAYOR NELSON AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, ILLINOIS HELD ON APRIL 6, 2026 VILLAGE HALL April 6, 2026 7:00 PM DRAFT Village Clerk Porter took roll. There was a quorum. PRESENT: Mayor Nelson and Trustees Daggett, Dorsey, Lofton, Mustafa, and Rodgers. ABSENT: Trustee Mitros (excused absence per Mayor Nelson) ALSO PRESENT: Ann Novoa, Finance Director Carl Estelle, Chief of Police Scott Bugner, Director of Bldg & Zoning Matt Berk, Asst. Fire Chief John Brunke, Public Works Director Joe Miller, Village Attorney Bridget Wachtel, Village Manager Stephanie Wright, Community Engagement Mgr Jonathan Bogue, Asst. Village Mgr. GENERAL STATEMENT/RULES OF ORDER (Announced by Mayor Nelson): The meeting was streamed via Zoom. Mayor Nelson reviewed the public comment policy, which is available on the Village website. RECOGNITIONS AND APPOINTMENTS: Agenda Item #1: New Resident Proclamation Mayor Nelson read the Village of Flossmoor’s New Resident Proclamation, which was accepted by Angella Jost and Courtney Tillman. On April 16, 2026, the Village is hosting a new resident event at the Conservatory Vintage and Vinyl. Agenda Item #2. Consideration of an Appointment to the Green Commission Mayor Nelson called for a Motion to approve the appointment of Carlos Quezada-Gomez to the Green Commission. Trustee Daggett so moved, Trustee Dorsey seconded. Mayor Nelson provided a detailed background about the qualifications of Carlos Quezada-Gomez to be on the Green Commission and asked the Board for comments. The Board thanked Mr. Quezada-Gomez for his willingness to volunteer as a Village Commissioner and expressed their overwhelmingly approval for his appointment to the Green Commission. A vote on the Motion was presented and passed unanimously by a roll call vote. AYES: Trustees Daggett, Dorsey, Lofton, Mustafa, and Rodgers ABSENT: Trustee Mitros Page 1 of 9 Page 15 of 77  MINUTES OF MAYOR NELSON AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, ILLINOIS HELD ON APRIL 6, 2026 VILLAGE HALL April 6, 2026 7:00 PM DRAFT ABSTAIN: None NAYS: None Mayor Nelson requested Ann Novoa, Finance Director, for an update regarding 2024 Cook County property tax disbursements. Finance Director Novoa reported the following: (a) There have not been any more 2024 tax disbursements that have been received since the last board meeting. The Village is at about a 94% collection rate for 2024, and this represents an approximately $300,000.00 to $400,000.00 shortfall. (b) For tax year 2025, the receipts total $1.2 million for the corporate and pension funds; (c) Normally, the Village has received about $4 million by fiscal year end in property tax disbursements; and (d) Cook County has not provided any reports about the interest that is owed on property tax disbursements. Mayor Nelson asked John Brunke, Director of Public Works, for an update about the Village’s recovery from the severe rainstorms that occurred over the weekend. Director Brunke gave information about the large amounts of rain and how it caused yard flooding and street flooding during the overnight hours. Director Brunke reported on efforts by Public Works to help residents. Director Brunke further reported that there is a residential drain improvement program that residents can apply for through the Village’s website to evaluate drainage issues. PUBLIC WISHING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: 1. Jackie Riffice: Gave information about her book club and invited all to join. 2. Daniel Crespo: Flossmoor resident who lives on Brassie Avenue. Spoke about the proposal to make Vardon Place a one-way westbound street and Brassie Avenue a one-way southbound street. Voiced concerns about the proposed changes and questioned whether these changes would positively impact safety on these streets. Trustee Mustafa inquired about Mr. Crespo’s discussions with the Village about the street changes, and Mr. Crespo responded that he had discussed his ideas with the Village for making the streets safer. 3. Pastor Doyle Landry: Thanked Mayor Nelson for her support of Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller, who recently won the Democratic primary for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District. Discussed the importance of parental relationships, specifically those with mothers, and introduced professional saxophonist Adam Rogers. 4. Adam Rogers: Marine Corps saxophonist. Performed music from the movie, “The Bodyguard,” on his saxophone. Page 2 of 9 Page 16 of 77  MINUTES OF MAYOR NELSON AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, ILLINOIS HELD ON APRIL 6, 2026 VILLAGE HALL April 6, 2026 7:00 PM DRAFT CONSENT AGENDA: Mayor Nelson called for a Motion to approve Consent Agenda Items #3-6. Trustee Mustafa so moved, Trustee Daggett seconded. Mayor Nelson asked if there were any items on the Consent Agenda that were requested to be removed for discussion, and there were none. A vote on the Motion was presented and passed unanimously by a roll call vote. AYES: Trustees Daggett, Dorsey, Lofton, Mustafa, and Rodgers ABSENT: Trustee Mitros ABSTAIN: None NAYS: None REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS: Mayor Nelson stated there were no formal reports. Mayor Nelson announced that the Village of Flossmoor’s Public Art Commission is having a fundraiser and accepting donations of yard art for its upcoming auction. More details about the auction are on the Art Commission’s website at: https://www.flossmoor.org/269/Public-Art-Commission and https://www.artflossmoor.com/. ACTION ITEMS: Agenda Item #7: Consideration of an Ordinance of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, Approving a Development Agreement (Nehsog Properties LLC) Mayor Nelson called for a Motion to approve Action Item No. 7. Trustee Lofton so moved, Trustee Daggett seconded. Village Manager Wachtel introduced this action item and provided information to the Board about the land parcels to be developed and the proposed development agreement. Hakeem and Sade Bello, the owners of Nehsog Properties and House of Goshen (https://goshenhospicehouse.com/) were present to answer questions about their plans for this property. Their presentation included in part a detailed architectural presentation with design drawings, a site plan, and building elevations. Mayor Nelson asked for comments from the Board. Mr. and Mrs. Bello answered questions from the Board about parking, expectations for a liquor license, the timeframe for completing the project, noise containment, and the types of events that will be held in their event space. The Board expressed their appreciation for having this development brought to Flossmoor. A vote on the Motion was presented and passed unanimously by a roll call vote. Page 3 of 9 Page 17 of 77  MINUTES OF MAYOR NELSON AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, ILLINOIS HELD ON APRIL 6, 2026 VILLAGE HALL April 6, 2026 7:00 PM DRAFT AYES: Trustees Daggett, Dorsey, Lofton, Mustafa, and Rodgers ABSENT: Trustee Mitros ABSTAIN: None NAYS: None Agenda Item #8: Consideration by Motion to Change Vardon Place to One-way Westbound and Brassie Avenue to a One-way Southbound Mayor Nelson called for a Motion to approve Agenda Item No. 8. Trustee Daggett so moved, Trustee Mustafa seconded. Village Manager Wachtel introduced this action item and gave information about the safety concerns on these streets, especially with school related traffic, park district events, baseball and softball activity and the near misses that occur between cars and pedestrians on a frequent basis. She expressed thanks to Daniel and Haley Crespo (residents on Brassie Avenue) for their input. Chief of Police Estelle gave information about why the current parking conditions need to be changed, safety concerns, efforts to have resident input in the proposed changes, and adoption of some of the recommendations submitted by Daniel and Haley Crespo, and why it is believed these changes are necessary to increase safety. Mayor Nelson, in support of this action item, discussed some of the safety concerns related to these streets and the numerous reasons for this agenda item, and asked for comments from the Board. The Board had questions and comments that addressed whether these changes would in fact increase safety, drivers being able to use both sides of the street vs. the change to one-way streets, congestion during school and park activities, implementation of recommendations from residents on these streets, a request to provide an update about a year after this plan is implemented, and after much commentary, voiced agreement with Chief of Police Estelle’s recommendations. A vote on the Motion was presented and passed unanimously by a roll call vote. AYES: Trustees Daggett, Dorsey, Lofton, Mustafa, and Rodgers ABSENT: Trustee Mitros ABSTAIN: None NAYS: None DISCUSSION ITEMS: Agenda Item #9: A Discussion on Implementing a Places for Eating Tax Mayor Nelson introduced Assistant Village Manager Jonathan Bogue and Finance Director Novoa to present this discussion item. Assistant Manager Bogue advised that a Places for Eating Tax, along with a utility tax on water, are the two largest non-property revenue sources remaining to support Village services. He provided reasons for adopting it that included similar taxes in Page 4 of 9 Page 18 of 77  MINUTES OF MAYOR NELSON AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, ILLINOIS HELD ON APRIL 6, 2026 VILLAGE HALL April 6, 2026 7:00 PM DRAFT neighboring communities already being paid by our residents to support other communities’ local services as well as new revenue ranging from $175,000 (at a 1% tax rate) to $525,000 (at a 3% tax rate), which will be paid for in party by non-residents to support Flossmoor services. Finance Director Novoa discussed the implementation of the tax and how it will be collected, the increase in work for Village staff related to implementing the tax, anticipated challenges, and recommendations for the tax amount. Village Manager Wachtel provided information about how this tax has been a discussion item brought before the Board for at least the past 20 years, and it is once again been brought forward as a result of the Village’s financial analysis completed last fall. This proposed tax will impact about 20 businesses. Mayor Nelson provided information about her discussions with Maureen Mader, the owner of Dunnings Market in Flossmoor, who understood the impetus of the tax. Mader was also of the belief that the money from this tax would help maintain high living standards in the Village. The questions for consideration by the Board are: Would the Village Board be in favor of imposing a Places for Eating tax, and if so, at what percentage? The Board unanimously expressed its agreement to adopt this tax, with a consensus for the tax rate to be at 2.5%. Agenda Item #10: Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2027 Finance and Facilities Plan Mayor Nelson provided an introduction for this third budget presentation and turned to Village Manager Wachtel to discuss the finance and facilities plan for 2027-2029. The finance and facilities plan identifies large capital projects over the next three years. The projects identified in the capital plan are: (a) immediate (next three years); (b) intermediate (beyond three years but financing identified)(none in the plan for this year); and (c) future, aka “the world of work” to address community needs (long term projects with no financing or date identified). The plan largely uses cash on hand. Alternative financing that can be considered are grants and low-interest loan programs. The Village works to keep financing and debt to a minimum. Village Manager Wachtel provided detailed information about the following projects included in this plan. A. Water Projects: 1. Water Distribution Supply Improvements • Water SCADA System. This system is for the monitoring of our water distribution system. It sends alerts to Public Works and helps make sure that the water that is delivered is safe. – General Fund: $744,300, FY27 Page 5 of 9 Page 19 of 77  MINUTES OF MAYOR NELSON AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, ILLINOIS HELD ON APRIL 6, 2026 VILLAGE HALL April 6, 2026 7:00 PM DRAFT • Sterling Avenue Pump Station Improvements. These improvements will be funded through an IEPA Loan and will allow the Sterling Avenue water tower to be removed: $670,000, FY28 • Demolition of the Sterling Avenue water tower (this has been discussed for over a decade) – Water & Sewer: $208,700, FY28 • Vollmer Road Pump Station and Reservoir Improvements. This will be paid for with an IEPA low-interest loan estimated at $3.3M, FY 29 2. Lead Line Replacement (Lead or GRR) – engineering in FY27 There are about ten years of lead line service replacements. The 2027 budget includes engineering to set up this program with the first batch of lines (about 40) to be replaced in 2028. The Village has requested Congressional funding for this project. • Predictive study completed in 2020 • Gathered data during the Water Meter Replacement Program – est. 400 • Plan for 40 per year starting in FY 28 at $745,000 per year • IEPA low-interest loans or grant funding ($7.4M) 3. Flossmoor Road Viaduct Project The Village has accomplished the first three phases of this project. Phase 4 was supposed to be paid for through a grant from the Army Corps of Engineers for $750,000.00, and now the funding is on hold under Federal Administrative Review. There is no clear direction as to what will happen with this grant. Phases 4 and 5 may move together with the goal to be done with everything by the beginning of fiscal year 2028. Phase 4-5: Flossmoor Road Viaduct Improvements - $4.27M • ACOE (Army Corps of Engineers) - $750K – under federal review • Managed by the ACOE if the grant is received • DCEO grants. This is a legislative set-aside through Representative Davis (General Fund) in an amount of $500K for which an agreement has been received. Staff is working on the paperwork for a $1M legislative set-aside from Senator Harris so it can be used, if necessary, for these phases of the project. • MWRD Partnership Grant - $1M has been awarded. Public Works is working to bring this grant to the Village this summer, and receipt of this grant will reduce the bond expenditure for phases 4 and 5 to $770,000.00. Once the grant money is received, the ending fund balance will significantly increase. • Other grants are being pursued along with Section 219 monies. Page 6 of 9 Page 20 of 77  MINUTES OF MAYOR NELSON AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, ILLINOIS HELD ON APRIL 6, 2026 VILLAGE HALL April 6, 2026 7:00 PM DRAFT Village Manager Wachtel asked the Board for any questions, and hearing none, went to the discussion about the street work. B. 2021 GO Bond Fund: Street Improvements 1. Streets and Sidewalks Phase 1: $2,022,760. Phase 2 is yet to be determined. • Brumley Drive Reconstruction (this was the poorest-rated street). The work was done in FY 24 and FY 25. Most of the work was paid for through the bond fund, and then the rest was paid with a DCEO Grant in the amount of $112,500. • 2021 Streets & Storm Sewer Improvement Fund – $964,307 2. Streets and Sidewalks Phase 2: TBD • Additional grants for the viaduct will “free up” bond monies for Phase 2 3. MFT Fund Annual Street Resurfacing - $500,000 C. Other Projects 1. Dartmouth Pedestrian Bridge & Streambank Stabilization. Engineering is being done in 2026, and construction is expected in 2027 - $690,800 (FY26 & FY27) • IEPA 319 Grant - $111,600 for 60% of the bank stabilization costs 2. Rear Yard Drainage Improvements. There are about 15 projects that have been rated and chosen for improvements. The highest rated and most immediate priorities that are budgeted include: • 1344 Brassie Avenue – FY26 & FY27/ Storm Sewer Fund: $60,000 • 1413 Heather Hill Crescent – FY26 & FY27/ Storm Sewer Fund: $50,000 • 900 Western Avenue Front Yard – FY26 & FY27/ Storm Sewer Fund: $15,000 • FEMA HMGP application & FY27 Congressional Funding Request for Latimer Lane: $1.7M 3. Public Works Salt Storage Building Reconstruction - FY 28 • General Fund: $300,000 Page 7 of 9 Page 21 of 77  MINUTES OF MAYOR NELSON AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, ILLINOIS HELD ON APRIL 6, 2026 VILLAGE HALL April 6, 2026 7:00 PM DRAFT 4. North Lot Resurfacing – FY 27 • North Lot Resurfacing: $80,000 • Commuter lot planning study to address commuters and downtown activity. 6. CBD Pedestrian & Streetscape Construction (FY 26): $2,027,755 • ITEP Grant (Phase 3 - $1,184,456) and Invest in Cook Grant (Phase 2) • Final Landscaping and punch list – FY 27 • Local Share balance - $783,144 payable in FY27 7. 1648 Western Avenue FEMA Flood-prone Property Buyout. This should be a fully grant-covered project. The project has been slowed down due to the delay in receiving property tax monies and the completion time is to be determined. • FEMA Grant - $373,210 and MWRD Grant - $115,000 • Village fronts the expenses, but reimbursed and fully covered by grants Village Manager Wachtel turned to the Board for any questions. The Board expressed agreement with the plan and thanks to Village Manager Wachtel for her detailed and thorough budget presentation and did not have questions. Village Manager provided information about the steps to have the budget adopted during the next board meeting. OTHER BUSINESS Agenda Item #11: A Motion to go into Executive Session to Discuss the Employment of Specific Individuals, Property Acquisition, and Litigation Mayor Nelson stated that the Board did need to go into Executive Session, and before doing so, asked the Board for any other business, and the Board responded as follows: Trustee Lofton: None. Trustee Dorsey: None. Trustee Daggett: Thanked Public Works for their work over the weekend with issues caused by the rainstorms. Trustee Rodgers: None. Trustee Mustafa: Expressed gratitude to Village staff for their hard work. Page 8 of 9 Page 22 of 77  MINUTES OF MAYOR NELSON AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, ILLINOIS HELD ON APRIL 6, 2026 VILLAGE HALL April 6, 2026 7:00 PM DRAFT Mayor Nelson reported on the E-COM merger with SouthCom, two 911 dispatch centers in the south suburbs, which have merged to form the new Southland Communications Center (SCC). They anticipate having 191,000 emergency calls on an annual basis and will serve over 100,000 people. This is a landmark achievement that has been made possible with $10 million in State grants. Village Manager Wachtel is the former finance chair of E-COM and will continue to be the finance chair for SCC. Mayor Nelson also announced that Village Manager Wachtel was honored as one of the 2026 "Amazing Women of Rich Township" during Women’s History Month for her outstanding service, leadership, and public service. Mayor Nelson called for a Motion to go into executive session to discuss the employment of specific individuals. Trustee Daggett so moved, seconded by Trustee Mustafa. All were in favor, none opposed. AYES: Trustees Daggett, Dorsey, Lofton, Mustafa, and Rodgers ABSENT: Trustee Mitros ABSTAIN: None NAYS: None The Board went into Executive Session at 9:35 p.m. ADJOURMENT OF MEETING The Board returned from Executive Session at approximately 10:09 p.m. Mayor Nelson called for a Motion to Adjourn the meeting. Trustee Daggett so moved, seconded by Trustee Lofton. All were in favor, none opposed. AYES: Trustees Daggett, Dorsey, Lofton, Mustafa, and Rodgers ABSENT: Trustee Mitros ABSTAIN: None NAYS: None The Regular Meeting was adjourned at approximately 10:09 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Cecil E. Porter Village Clerk Page 9 of 9 Page 23 of 77 Page 24 of 77 Page 25 of 77 Page 26 of 77 Page 27 of 77 Page 28 of 77 Page 29 of 77 Page 30 of 77 Page 31 of 77 Page 32 of 77 Page 33 of 77 Page 34 of 77 Page 35 of 77 Page 36 of 77 Page 37 of 77 Page 38 of 77 Page 39 of 77 Page 40 of 77 Page 41 of 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Bridget Wachtel, Village Manager CC: Ann Novoa, Finance Director FROM: Jonathan Bogue, Assistant Village Manager DATE: April 20, 2026 RE: Consideration of an Ordinance of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, Amending Chapters 266, 270, and 150 of the Village of Flossmoor Municipal Code (Vehicle Fee) Overview On February 16, at the Village Board Meeting, the Board held a discussion on implementing a Vehicle Use Fee in lieu of Vehicle Stickers. The Village has seen a steady decline in Vehicle Sticker revenue starting in FY21, with a roughly $18,000 decline annually, with FY2025 being only $169,000, $80,000 less than FY21. Between personnel time, software, and materials, the Village's overhead cost to administer the Vehicle Sticker program is approximately $40,000 (This only encompasses the time for the Finance Department, excluding PD enforcement hours). Every year, staff is chasing vehicle sticker compliance. Factors that the board considered regarding the Vehicle Sticker program include the amount of overhead this annual registration imposes on the Village; the dwindling compliance among residents, which is unfair to those who are compliant; the costs of administering compliance through Secretary of State checks and police enforcement; and the general aggravation the program creates overall. Vehicle stickers are the source of one of the most negative customer service interactions at the municipal level. For the reasons stated above, the Village Board agreed that staff should draft an ordinance to discontinue the Vehicle Sticker program in favor of a Vehicle Use Fee, effective May 1, 2026. Additional Details The Vehicle Use Fee will be collected through the utility billing system. This fee would support Public Works’ street and sidewalk maintenance costs. This approach, which has been implemented in other Illinois communities, offers an innovative way to sustain Village infrastructure with critical revenue while reducing administrative burdens. The projected revenue from the Vehicle Use Fee is $220,000 annually. Adding the fee to the utility bill eases administration for the Village and simplifies the transaction for the customer. On each monthly utility bill, a fee would be added, like the Stormwater fee. This fee would be applied to residential properties. The fee structure is as follows: • $5 per month on single-family homes • $5 times the number of residential units on multi-family dwellings (per month) Page 42 of 77  • For non-residential units with any type of vehicle registered with the Illinois Secretary of State to premises located within the Village or has its situs in the Village, notwithstanding the owner’s residency, the fee shall be the annual cost as defined in §150-4-1 times the number of vehicles. This ordinance assumes that each owner has at least one motor vehicle, motorcycle, passenger car, or recreational vehicle registered or with situs to the owner’s residence or business in the Village. A resident who does not own a motorcycle, passenger car, or recreational vehicle can sign a sworn affidavit with the Village’s Finance Department asserting so. The Village will then investigate, and if it is determined that the affidavit is true, no vehicle use fee shall be imposed upon that owner. Staff has included a senior discount in the Ordinance. Each owner sixty-five (65) years and older is eligible for a twenty percent (20%) fee reduction upon application to the Village Clerk with identification and presentation of a driver’s license, passport or state-issued photo I.D stating year of birth. Strategic Initiative (s) Addressed 1. Finance and Services: 1.2. Assess additional revenue opportunities beyond property taxes Page 43 of 77  FMC Ordinance No. 2026 ___________ AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS AMENDING CHAPTER 266, CHAPTER 270 AND CHAPTER 150 OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR MUNICIPAL CODE (Vehicle Fee) WHEREAS, the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois (the “Village”) is a duly organized and validly existing non-home-rule municipality created in accordance with the Constitution of the State of Illinois of 1970 and the laws of the State; and, WHEREAS, Chapter 266 of the Flossmoor Municipal Code provides for the licensing of motor vehicles in the Village and all procedures regarding the purchase and display of motor vehicle stickers; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees desire to eliminate the use of motor vehicle stickers, which are an administrative burden and instead impose an annual single vehicle fee, which fee shall be paid in equal installments and shall be added to every water bill, all as hereinafter provided. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, as follows: Section 1: The Village of Flossmoor Municipal Code is hereby amended by deleting Chapter 266 in its entirety and replacing it with the following new Chapter 266: Chapter 266. Vehicle Fee Article 1. General Provisions §266-1-1. Definitions. The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation and enforcement of this chapter: MOTOR VEHICLE Every vehicle that is self-propelled but not operated upon rails. For this chapter, motor vehicles are divided into two divisions: 1 Page 44 of 77  A. FIRST DIVISION Those motor vehicles that are designed for the carrying of not more than 10 persons. B. SECOND DIVISION Those motor vehicles which are designed for carrying more than 10 people, those designed or used for living quarters and those motor vehicles which are designed for pulling or carrying freight or cargo, and those motor vehicles of the First Division remodeled for use and used as motor vehicles of the Second Division. MOTORCYCLE Every motor vehicle having a seat or saddle for the use of the rider and designed to travel on not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, but excluding a tractor. PASSENGER CAR A motor vehicle of the First Division, that is, designed for carrying not more than 10 people. RECREATIONAL VEHICLE Every motor vehicle originally designed or permanently converted and used for living quarters or for human habitation and not used as a commercial vehicle. §266-1-2. Vehicle Use Fee Imposed. A vehicle use fee shall be imposed upon the owner of a motor vehicle, motorcycle, passenger car, or recreational vehicle when it is registered with the Illinois Secretary of State to a premises located within the Village or has its situs in the Village, notwithstanding the owner’s residency. Such registration or situs shall constitute prima facie evidence that a motor vehicle, motorcycle, passenger car or recreational vehicle is operated on the streets of the Village. For purposes of this 2 Page 45 of 77 provision, “situs” shall mean the owner’s residence or business where the motor vehicle is principally garaged, dispatched, or where the movement of the vehicle otherwise originates. §266-1-3. Presumption of Ownership. There shall be a rebuttable presumption that each owner has at least one (1) motor vehicle, motorcycle, passenger car or recreational vehicle registered or with situs to the owner’s residence or business in the Village. This presumption may be rebutted by the owner filing a sworn affidavit with the Village’s Finance Department asserting that there is no such motor vehicle, motorcycle, passenger car or recreational vehicle registered to or with situs on the premises in the Village. Upon the owner’s submission of the affidavit, the Finance Department will investigate the matter. If the Finance Department, in its sole and absolute discretion, determines that the facts as set forth in the affidavit are true, no vehicle use fee shall be imposed upon that owner. Such a reduction in fee shall only be applied to subsequent months following satisfactory investigation of the filed affidavit. §266-1-4. Fee Amount. Each owner shall pay an annual vehicle use fee for one (1) vehicle registered or with situs to the owner’s residence or business in the Village. Said fee shall be in accordance with the amount of the fees in § 150-4-1 and billed and paid annually in equal installments added to the owner’s water bill. Each owner sixty-five (65) years and older may be eligible for a twenty percent (20%) fee reduction upon application to the Village Clerk with identification and presentation of a driver’s license, passport or state-issued photo I.D stating year of birth. Such a reduction in fee shall only be applied to subsequent months following satisfactory evidence of eligibility. For multi-family dwellings, such a reduction in fee will only be applied if 75% or more of the dwelling units show satisfactory evidence of eligibility. Only one twenty percent (20%) fee reduction per household or multi-family dwelling unit (or units in the case of multiple dwellings in a complex) shall apply. No fee reduction shall be applied to a non-residential property. 3 Page 46 of 77  §266-1-5. Non-Residential Properties Any non-residential property owner with any vehicle registered with the Illinois Secretary of State to a premises located within the Village or has its situs in the Village, notwithstanding the owner’s residency, shall be liable for paying a vehicle use fee for each vehicle as prescribed in Section 150- 4-1 of the Flossmoor Municipal Code. §266-1-6 Use of Funds. The revenue generated from said fee shall be used for the purpose of maintaining the Village’s infrastructure, including, but not limited to, improving, paving, repairing, and maintaining the streets and other public roadways within the Village. Section 2: Section 270-12-3 C (1) of Chapter 270 Article 12 of the Flossmoor Municipal Code is hereby amended by deleting said in its entirety and replacing it with the following: (1) Flossmoor resident occasional commuter parking. Flossmoor resident occasional commuter parking shall only be within the spaces so designated from time to time. Parking in these designated spaces is limited to Flossmoor resident vehicles registered to the Illinois Secretary of State to the Village of Flossmoor and to once in any Monday through Sunday period, and only between 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 a.m. Section 3: Section 150-4-1 of Chapter 150, Article 4 of the Flossmoor Municipal Code is hereby amended by deleting said Section 150-4-1 in its entirety and replacing it with the following: §150-4-1 Vehicle Use Fee A. For single-family homes, a fee of $5 per month. B. For multi-family dwellings, a fee of $5 times the number of residential units per month. C. For non-residential units with any type of vehicle registered with the Illinois Secretary of State to premises located within the Village or has its situs in the Village, notwithstanding the 4 Page 47 of 77  owner’s residency, the fee shall be the annual cost as defined in §150-4-1 times the number of vehicles. Section 3: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage, approval, and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law commencing May 1, 2026. Passed by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, this _____ day of ____________, 2026. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAINED: PASSED: APPROVED: PUBLISHED: APPROVED: ___________________________________ Mayor Attest: _____________________________________ Village Clerk 5 Page 48 of 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Bridget Wachtel, Village Manager CC: FROM: Jonathan Bogue, Assistant Village Manager DATE: April 20, 2026 RE: Consideration of an Ordinance of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, Amending Chapter 250 of the Village of Flossmoor Municipal Code (Places for Eating Tax, also known as a Food and Beverage Tax) On April 6, 2026, at the Village Board Meeting, the Board discussed implementing a Places for Eating Tax. "Places for eating" is defined as a place where prepared food and/or beverages are sold at retail for immediate consumption with seating provided on the premises, including any outdoor seating on the premises, whether the food or beverages are consumed on the premises or not. The tax can be imposed locally by ordinance and must also be administered locally. While this revenue is needed to support current operations and levels of service, it also provides an opportunity for revenue sharing to support and encourage new dining opportunities. The Board ultimately decided to move forward with this tax due to its common use among neighboring municipalities, the revenue opportunity, and the fact that it is often paid by restaurant patrons who do not necessarily live in the community. The Board directed staff to move forward with drafting an ordinance to implement the Places for Eating Tax, to be known as the Food and Beverage Tax, at the rate of 2.5%. Attached is the ordinance. Page 49 of 77  FMC ORDINANCE NO. - _____ AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS AMENDING THE FLOSSMOOR MUNICIPAL CODE, CHAPTER 250 (Places for Eating Tax, also known as a Food and Beverage Tax) WHEREAS, the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois (the “Village”) is a duly organized and validly existing non-home-rule municipality created in accordance with the Constitution of the State of Illinois of 1970 and the laws of the State; and, WHEREAS, Chapter 250 of the Flossmoor Municipal Code imposes and regulates various municipal taxes as permitted by law; and, WHEREAS, the Mayor and Village Board of Trustees (the “Corporate Authorities”) reviewed Section 11-42-5 of the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 11-42-2), which authorizes the regulation and taxation of places for eating and have considered the imposition of a place for eating tax for the purpose of providing revenue to support the Village’s operations; and, WHEREAS, the Corporate Authorities have determined that it is in the best interest of the Village and its businesses and residents to amend Chapter 250 of the Flossmoor Municipal Code to provide for the imposition of a places for eating tax as hereinafter provided. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, as follows: Section 1. That Chapter 250 of the Flossmoor Municipal Code, be and is hereby amended by adding the following new Article 10 to said Chapter 250: Section 250-10-1 Definitions The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Page 50 of 77 Eating Establishment means premises located within the Village where prepared food is sold for retail for immediate consumption, with indoor or outdoor seating or similar accommodations provided for consumption of the prepared food on the premises, whether consumed on the premises or not, and whether or not such places for eating use is conducted along with any other uses in a common premises or business establishment. The term “eating establishment” includes, but is not limited to, those establishments commonly called restaurant, eating place, drive-in restaurant, buffet, bakery, banquet facility, cafeteria, café, lunch counter, fast food outlet, catering service, coffee shop, diner, sandwich shop, soda fountain, bar, cocktail lounge, soft drink parlor, ice cream parlor, tea room, delicatessen, or club, or any other establishment which sells at retail prepared food for immediate consumption. Prepared food sold for immediate consumption through a drive- through window or carry-out counter co-located with a restaurant or similar establishment shall be considered part of the eating establishment Gross Receipts means the consideration received, valued in money, whether received in money or otherwise, including cash, credits, property and services, at an eating establishment for prepared food furnished at the eating establishment. The term “gross receipts” does not include amounts paid for federal, state and local taxes, including the tax levied by this article, and does not include amounts paid as gratuities for the employees of the eating establishment. Owner means any person having an ownership interest in or conducting the operation of an eating establishment. Prepared food means and includes any solid, liquor (including both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), powder or item used or intended to be used for human internal 2 Page 51 of 77  consumption, whether simple, compound or mixed, and which has been prepared for immediate consumption. Sold at Retail means to sell for use or consumption in exchange for a consideration, whether in the form of money, credits, barter or any other nature, and not for resale, with the transaction being subject to either the state retailers’ occupation tax, 35 ILCS 120/1 et seq., or the state service occupation tax, 35 ILCS 115/1 et seq. 250-10-2 Tax Imposed, Credit Sales: (i) The Village hereby imposes upon owners of eating establishments a tax at the rate of two and one-half percent (2 ½ %) of gross receipts received for prepared food sold at retail by the owner commencing July 1, 2026. This tax shall be known as the “Food & Beverage Tax”. The tax levied in this section is in addition to any and all other taxes and charges. (ii) The owner of an eating establishment may collect an amount from persons who purchase prepared food at the eating establishment, which shall reimburse the owner for the tax imposed on the owner by this article. If the prepared food is sold at retail on credit, the owner shall not be liable for payment of the tax imposed by this article on such a sale until payment for the sale is made. (iii) Every owner maintaining an eating establishment in the Village subject to tax under this article shall register with the Village Finance Department by July 1, 2026, or the date of becoming such an owner, whichever is later. 250-10-3 Transmittal of Tax Revenue by Owner, Delinquency and Late Fees: (i) The owner of each eating establishment shall file tax returns showing the gross receipts received during each calendar month period upon forms prescribed by the 3 Page 52 of 77 Finance Director. Returns for each calendar month shall be due on or before the twentieth (20th) day of the next calendar month. (ii) Notwithstanding with provisions of subsection (a) of this section, if the owner of the eating establishment is allowed to file state retailers’ occupation tax or state service occupation tax returns with the State Department of Revenue at intervals greater than monthly, the owner shall be allowed to file tax returns concerning the tax imposed by this article at the same intervals. At the time of the filing of the tax returns, the owner shall pay to the Village all taxes due for the reported period. (iii) If the owner is more than sixty (60) days delinquent in filing the required return or payment of the tax imposed, a $150.00 late fee shall be assessed, in addition to any tax due. After imposition of the initial late fee, if a tax return or payment remains delinquent, a $150.00 late fee shall be assessed for each additional 30-day period the return or payment remains delinquent. 250-10-4 Transmittal of Excess Tax Collections: If any person collects an amount upon a sale not subject to the tax imposed hereby, but which amount is purported to be the collection of the tax, or if a person collects an amount upon a sale greater than the amount of the tax so imposed herein and does not for any reason return the same to the purchaser who paid the same before filing the return for the period in which such occurred, the person shall account for and pay over those amounts to the Village along with the tax properly collected. 250-10-5 Action for Enforcement upon Failure to Pay Tax: Whenever any person shall fail to pay the tax imposed by this article, the Village Attorney shall, upon request of the Village Manager, bring or cause to be brought an action to enforce the payment of the tax on behalf of the Village in any court of competent jurisdiction. 4 Page 53 of 77  250-10-6. Right of Entry for Inspection of Books and Records; Compliance with Recordkeeping Required. (i) The Finance Director or their designee may enter the premises of any eating establishment for inspection, examination, copying and auditing of books and records, including but not limited to, state retailers’ occupation tax and state service occupation tax returns filed with the State Department of Revenue, in order to verify collection of the tax imposed by this Chapter. To the extent reasonably possible, the entry shall be done in a manner that is least disruptive to the business. (ii) It is the duty of every owner to keep accurate and complete books and records to which the Finance Director or their designee shall have full access, including a record of gross receipts received on a daily basis. 250-10-7 Penalties: (i) Any owner found guilty of violation, disobeying, omitting, neglecting or refusing to comply with or unlawfully resisting or opposing the enforcement of any of the provisions of this article, except when otherwise specifically provided, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine as permitted by law. (ii) Each day upon which an owner continues to violate this article or permit any such violation to exist after notification thereof shall constitute a separate and distinct offense. (iii) Any owner subjected to the penalties provided for by this subsection shall not be discharged or released from the payment of any tax due. Section 2. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect as of July 1, 2026, after its passage, publication, and approval as provided by law. 5 Page 54 of 77  Passed by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois this ______ day of ____________, 2026. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: PASSED: APPROVED: PUBLISHED: Mayor Attest: Village Clerk 6 Page 55 of 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Bridget Wachtel, Village Manager CC: FROM: Jonathan Bogue, Assistant Village Manager DATE: April 20, 2026 RE: Consideration of an Ordinance of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, Amending Chapter 245 of the Village of Flossmoor Municipal Code (Outdoor Dining) The Village has supported our downtown businesses by permitting outdoor dining from April 15 to November 1. While the downtown businesses had a small amount of outdoor dining pre- pandemic, outdoor dining really grew in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Post- pandemic, the Village expanded its regulations to the current code permitting sidewalk cafes and cafe service areas (street dining). Flossmoor, as well as many other communities, have found that continuing to allow outdoor dining in some form has been popular with business owners and patrons alike. Thanks to our completed downtown streetscape project, we now have wider sidewalks and layouts that are more conducive to accommodating outdoor dining. These positive changes eliminate the need to use parking spots for outdoor dining. The proposed ordinance amending Chapter 245 of the Flossmoor Municipal Code accounts for the completed streetscape project's updated geometry and configurations, and removes the section that pertained to outdoor dining when it was in the street/parking spaces. Page 56 of 77  FMC Ordinance No. 2026 ___________ AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS AMENDING CHAPTER 245 OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR MUNICIPAL CODE (Outdoor Dining) WHEREAS, the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois (the “Village”) is a duly organized and validly existing non-home-rule municipality created in accordance with the Constitution of the State of Illinois of 1970 and the laws of the State; and, WHEREAS, Article 1, Chapter 245 of the Flossmoor Municipal Code regulates all uses of streets and sidewalks within the Village and establishes the regulations for outdoor dining in the B-5 Central District (the “Village Downtown”); and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees desire to reconsider the use of Village streets and sidewalks for café service areas in the Village Downtown due to the newly reconstructed streets and pedestrian walkways, all as hereinafter provided. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, as follows: Section 1: Paragraph (2) of Section 245-1-19A defining the location of café service areas, is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: (2) Café service area shall be permitted in the sidewalk area that is located more than five (5) feet from the building wall (the “Pedestrian Walkway”) and extends to the curb. No obstruction shall be permitted within the Pedestrian Walkway, including all furnishings, trash receptacles or encroach upon the Pedestrian Walkway. Section 2: Chapter 245 is hereby amended by deleting Section 245-1-19B in its entirety. 1 Page 57 of 77  Section 3: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage, approval, and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law commencing May 1, 2026. Passed by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, this _____ day of ____________, 2026. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: ABSTAINED: PASSED: APPROVED: PUBLISHED: APPROVED: ___________________________________ Mayor Attest: _____________________________________ Village Clerk 2 Page 58 of 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Bridget Wachtel, Village Manager CC: FROM: Robert Kopec, Fire Chief DATE: April 20, 2026 RE: Consideration of a Resolution of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois Approving the Fifth Amendment to an Agreement with Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc. The original FY26 budget included $786,000 for contract Firefighter/Paramedic services provided by Paramedic Services of Illinois (PSI). During FY26, a salary adjustment was approved, increasing the total to $870,000. This adjustment was necessary following the loss of a Firefighter/Paramedic to a higher-paying contract opportunity. Fortunately, we were able to recruit a qualified replacement and have maintained consistent contract staffing, despite widespread recruitment and retention challenges across comparable departments. We attribute this stability to the department’s strong culture, positive work environment, and commitment to maintaining a competitive compensation structure. Through these efforts, we have successfully retained existing personnel and attracted new candidates in an increasingly competitive labor market. In preparation for the FY27 budget, we conducted a salary analysis of comparable departments to ensure our compensation remains competitive. This ongoing review is critical to sustaining our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel. While we have made steady progress over the past five fiscal years and are now highly competitive, many departments continue to raise compensation levels. At the same time, staffing shortages persist across all types of fire service organizations: volunteer, combination, and career at levels not previously experienced. In 2022, the Village approved a five-year contract extension with PSI. The FY27 amendment represents the fifth and final year of that agreement. Given our strong working relationship with PSI and the advantage of avoiding renegotiation in a high-inflation environment, we recommend continuing services at the FY27 contract amount of $879,084. This reflects a modest overall 1.5% increase to support retention, recruitment, and administrative costs associated with contract management. While the contract renewal is $879,084, you may note that the FY 27 budget is $901,500. This preliminary budget number has carried through to the final budget for a couple of different reasons. First, there is a tenured employee currently on temporary leave who will return at a higher salary step. Second, in the event that we lose staff to more competitive contracts mid-year, management has some discretion in attracting new candidates to our contract in a timely manner. The difference between the budget amount and the contract amount is still within the Village Manager’s spending authority. If a contract amendment greater than $25,000 is needed mid-year, the amended contract will need to be approved by the Board. We do not foresee that it will be needed, but several contracts renew after Flossmoor’s mid-calendar year. The Fire Department respectfully requests that the Village Board approve and authorize the Village Manager to execute the “Agreement for Services” with PSI for the period of May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027. This agreement also enables the Village of Flossmoor to receive a credit toward its IRMA premium for contracted services. Page 59 of 77 Please feel free to contact me with any questions or requests for additional information. Strategic Initiative (s) Addressed 5.1 Assess and adjust staffing as needed in light of the need to focus the staff on delivering top- flight core services Page 60 of 77  Resolution No. 2026- ____ A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS APPROVING THE FIFTH AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT WITH PARAMEDIC SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC. WHEREAS, the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois (the “Village”), is a duly organized and validly existing non-home rule municipality created in accordance with the Constitution of the State of Illinois of 1970 and the laws of the State; and, WHEREAS, Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc. is an Illinois corporation (“PSI”) which has provided paramedic services to the Village since 2022 pursuant to a certain Agreement between the Village and PSI dated May 1, 2022 (the “Original Agreement”); and WHEREAS, since the Original Agreement the parties have annually renewed the terms of the Original Agreement and have annually amended the compensation to be paid by the Village for paramedic services provided by PSI; and WHEREAS, on April 16, 2025, the Village approved a Third Amendment to the Original Agreement, to extend said Original Agreement from May 1, 2025, through April 30, 2026, and to provide for the compensation to be paid to PSI for said extended term; and WHEREAS, on September 15, 2025, the Village approved a Fourth Amendment to the Original Agreement to revise paragraph 17.D of the Original Agreement to authorize an increase in the compensation to be paid to PSI; and WHEREAS, the Village believes another extension of the Original Agreement is in the best interest of the Village as PSI has continued to provide excellent paramedic services to the residents and businesses of the Village and to approve a Fifth Amendment to the Original Agreement as attached hereto; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, as follows: 1 Page 61 of 77  Section 1. The foregoing recitals are hereby incorporated in this Resolution as if fully set forth herein. Section 2. That the Fifth Amendment to the May 1, 2022, Agreement Between the Village of Flossmoor and Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc., in the form attached hereto and made a apart hereof, providing for paramedic services in the amount of $879,084 is hereby approved and the Village Manager and Village Clerk are hereby authorized to execute said Fifth Amendment. Section 3. That the amount of $22,416 is hereby authorized for additional compensation to Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc. for services which may become due in the event of the return of tenured personnel or any other necessary increases. Section 4. That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval as provided by law. Passed by the Major and Board of Trustees of the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois this ____ day of _______________ 2026. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: PASSED: APPROVED: PUBLISHED: APPROVED: 2 Page 62 of 77  Mayor Attest: Village Clerk 3 Page 63 of 77  FIFTH AMENDMENT TO THE MAY 1, 2022 AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR AND PARAMEDIC SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC. This Amendment (“Fifth Amendment”) to the May 1, 2022 Agreement (“Agreement”) between the Village of Flossmoor (hereinafter referred to as "Village"), and Paramedic Services of Illinois, Inc., an Illinois corporation (hereinafter referred to as "PSI"), is made this _____ day of April, 2026, by and through the Village and PSI. WHEREAS, The Village and PSI previously entered into and are parties to an Agreement dated May 1, 2022; and WHEREAS, The Village and PSI desire to amend the Agreement in order to update the amount to be paid by the Village for the services provided by PSI pursuant to the Agreement for the time period May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants and agreements contained herein, together with good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged, the Village and PSI agree as follows: 1. Paragraph 17.E., entitled “COMPENSATION” of the Agreement is hereby amended as follows: For the time period May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027, PSI’s yearly compensation for services rendered will be the sum of $879,084.00 per annum or $73,257.00 per month. 2. In interpreting this Fifth Amendment and the Agreement, any conflicting provisions shall be controlled by this Fifth Amendment, which is incorporated into and made a part of the Agreement. All other provisions of the Agreement are confirmed and ratified. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Fifth Amendment on the date first set forth above. VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR By: ___________________________________ Bridget A. Wachtel, Village Manager By: _____________________________________ Attest PARAMEDIC SERVICES OF ILLINOIS, INC. By: _____________________________________CEO By: _____________________________________ Attest Page 64 of 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Bridget A. Wachtel, Village Manager CC: FROM: John S. Brunke, Public Works Director DATE: April 20, 2026 RE: Consideration of a Resolution for Fiscal Year 2027 IDOT Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance This Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) Resolution is a housekeeping item that must be passed annually by the Village Board. The Village’s in-house MFT maintenance includes road salt purchase, asphalt maintenance and patching, concrete repairs to curbs and sidewalk, street sign installation and repairs, traffic signal and street light electric energy, pavement marking, annual street resurfacing project, and annual pavement crack filling program. The Resolution, in the amount of $653,650.00, allows the Village to utilize MFT funds to pay for these maintenance items and services for the Village’s 2027 fiscal year. I request that the Resolution be presented for consideration and passage at the next Village Board meeting. Strategic Initiative (s) Addressed 2. Infrastructure & Housing Page 65 of 77  Resolution for Maintenance Under the Illinois Highway Code District County Resolution Number Resolution Type Section Number 1 Cook Original 27-00000-00-GM BE IT RESOLVED, by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Governing Body Type Local Public Agency Type Flossmoor Illinois that there is hereby appropriated the sum of Name of Local Public Agency Six Hundred Fifty Three Thousand Six Hundred Fifty and 00/100 Dollars ( $653,650.00 ) of Motor Fuel Tax funds for the purpose of maintaining streets and highways under the applicable provisions of Illinois Highway Code from 05/01/26 to 04/30/27 . Beginning Date Ending Date BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that only those operations as listed and described on the approved Estimate of Maintenance Costs, including supplemental or revised estimates approved in connection with this resolution, are eligible for maintenance with Motor Fuel Tax funds during the period as specified above. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Village of Flossmoor Local Public Agency Type Name of Local Public Agency shall submit within three months after the end of the maintenance period as stated above, to the Department of Transportation, on forms available from the Department, a certified statement showing expenditures and the balances remaining in the funds authorized for expenditure by the Department under this appropriation, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby directed to transmit four (4) certified originals of this resolution to the district office of the Department of Transportation. I Cecil Porter Village Clerk in and for said Village Name of Clerk Local Public Agency Type Local Public Agency Type of Flossmoor in the State of Illinois, and keeper of the records and files thereof, as Name of Local Public Agency provided by statute, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true, perfect and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the President and Board of Trustees of Flossmoor at a meeting held on 04/20/26 . Governing Body Type Name of Local Public Agency Date IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal this 20th day of April, 2026 . Day Month, Year Clerk Signature & Date (SEAL, if required by the LPA) APPROVED Regional Engineer Signature & Date Department of Transportation Completed04/02/26 BLR 14220 (Rev. 12/13/22) Page 66 of 77  Local Public Agency General Maintenance Submittal Type Original Estimate of Maintenance Costs District Estimate of Cost For 1 Municipality Maintenance Period Local Public Agency County Section Number Beginning Ending Village of Flossmoor Cook 27-00000-00-GM 05/01/26 04/30/27 Maintenance Items Material Categories/ Total Point of Delivery or Maintenance Maintenance Maint Eng Insp. Work Performed by Operation Operation Category Req. an Outside Contractor Unit Quantity Unit Cost Cost Cost 1. Pavement Maintenance IIA No Asphalt Mix Ton 100 $40.00 $4,000.00 $4,000.00 (HMA) 2. Pavement Maintenance IIA No Concrete Cu. Yd. 10 $145.00 $1,450.00 $1,450.00 (PCC) 3. Snow and Ice I No Rock Salt - State Bid Ton 500 $80.00 $40,000.00 Controls IIA No Liquid Calcium Chloride Gallon 7,500 $2.00 $15,000.00 $55,000.00 4. Signage IIA No Signs, Posts L. Sum 1 $8,000.00 $8,000.00 $8,000.00 5. Street Lighting I No Electric Energy L. Sum 1 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 6. Pavement IIA No Pavement Marking L. Sum 1 $10,200.00 $10,200.00 $10,200.00 Marking 7. Street Resurfacing IV Yes $500,000.00 (27-00000-01-GM) 8. Pavement Crack Filling IV No $40,000.00 (27-00000-02-GM) Total Operation Cost $643,650.00 Estimate of Maintenance Costs Summary Maintenance MFT Funds RBI Funds Other Funds Estimated Costs Local Public Agency Labor Local Public Agency Equipment Materials/Contracts(Non Bid Items) $103,650.00 $103,650.00 Materials/Deliver & Install/Materials Quotations (Bid Items) Formal Contract (Bid Items) $540,000.00 $540,000.00 Maintenance Total $643,650.00 $643,650.00 Estimated Maintenance Eng Costs Summary Maintenance Engineering MFT Funds RBI Funds Other Funds Total Est Costs Preliminary Engineering Engineering Inspection Material Testing $10,000.00 $10,000.00 Advertising Bridge Inspection Engineering Maintenance Engineering Total $10,000.00 $10,000.00 Total Estimated Maintenance $653,650.00 $653,650.00 Remarks Completed04/02/26 Page 1 of 2 BLR 14222 (Rev. 05/26/23) Page 67 of 77  Estimate of Maintenance Costs Submittal Type Original Maintenance Period Local Public Agency County Section Beginning Ending Village of Flossmoor Cook 27-00000-00-GM 05/01/26 04/30/27 SUBMITTED Local Public Agency Official Signature & Date Title APPROVED Public Works Director Regional Engineer Signature & Date County Engineer/Superintendent of Highways Signature & Date Department of Transportation IDOT Department Use Only Received Location Received Date Additional Location? WMFT Entry By Entry Date Completed04/02/26 Page 2 of 2 BLR 14222 (Rev. 05/26/23) Page 68 of 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Bridget A. Wachtel, Village Manager CC: FROM: Dan Milovanovic, Assistant Public Works Director DATE: April 20, 2026 RE: Consideration of a Contract Award to Beary Landscaping for the FY27 Landscape Maintenance Contract Included in the proposed FY27 budget is $50,000 for contract landscape maintenance. The contract landscape maintenance program includes the maintenance of 43 locations, which include 7.4 acres of turf, 339 ornamental and shade trees, and 1,732 shrubs of varying sizes in planting beds. Expectations for contractor performance under this agreement are extremely high, reflecting the Village’s commitment to maintaining a consistently well-manicured appearance throughout the community. The ability to adjust services and address site-specific issues without increasing costs is essential due to rapidly changing turf conditions driven by weather variations. Additionally, State licensing and annual training requirements for chemical applications, along with the need for specialized equipment for large-area treatments, make contractor selection particularly important Services included in the contract landscape maintenance program consist of weed control, pest control, fertilization, core aeration, seasonal clean-ups, shrub trimming, mechanical edging, maintenance of the Flossmoor Garden and Sculpture Walk (Leavitt Park), and weekly grass mowing. The contract also includes monthly right-of-way mowing and weedy lot mowing (estimated at six mowing events). The Village’s FY26 landscape maintenance project was bid on March 26, 2025. Eleven sets of bid documents were distributed to selected contractors, and an advertisement was placed in the newspaper, resulting in four formal bids. Following review and evaluation of the submissions, Beary Landscaping of Lockport, Illinois, was awarded the contract in the amount of $49,600. One bid did not meet the requirements outlined in the bid documents and was therefore not considered. The contract includes a provision allowing up to three one-year extensions beyond the initial term, subject to the approval of both parties. Staff has spoken with Beary Landscaping, and they have agreed to hold their current unit pricing and extend the contract for the FY27 program. If approved, this would represent the first extension of the contract. For reference, the following were the results from the bid opening. Contractor Bid Allscape, Inc. $48,840.00 (not considered; did not meet bid requirements) Beary Landscaping $49,600.00 Carefree Lawn Maintenance $89,140.00 Utermark and Sons Lawncare $99,770.00 This contract increased from $41,390 in FY23 to $49,600 in FY26. Staff recommends the renewal for FY27 to maintain budget predictability and continue leveraging the competitive pricing secured in prior years. The quantities listed in the bid documents are estimates used to establish unit prices; the amounts reflected in the bids are not guaranteed contract costs. Actual program expenditures are limited to the budgeted amount of $50,000. Page 69 of 77 With the above information in mind, Public Works staff is requesting that the Mayor and Village Board of Trustees waive the competitive bidding process, which requires approval by more than a simple majority, and authorize the Village Manager to sign an extension agreement with Beary Landscaping of Lockport, Illinois for the FY27 Contract Landscape Maintenance Contract, and approve expenditures up to the budgeted amount of $50,000. Strategic Initiative (s) Addressed 2.3 Identify and prioritize opportunities for beautifying the Village. Page 70 of 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Bridget A. Wachtel, Village Manager CC: FROM: Dan Milovanovic, Assistant Village Manager DATE: April 20, 2026 RE: Consideration of a Contract Extension with Advance Sweeping Services, Inc for FY27 Street Sweeping Services Included in the approved FY27 Budget is $60,000 for street sweeping services. The proposed contract provides for the sweeping of all curbed roadways, including collector and secondary streets, cul-de-sacs, dead-end streets, and municipally owned parking lots. The Village’s FY25 Street Sweeping Contract was originally bid on June 5, 2024. Advance Sweeping Services, Inc., of Rockford, Illinois, was the lowest responsible bidder with a total bid amount of $43,884.50. The quantities included in the bid documents were estimates used solely for the purpose of establishing unit prices. Actual program expenditures are limited to the approved budgeted amount of $60,000. The contract includes a provision allowing it to be extended for up to three additional one-year terms, subject to the approval of both parties. Staff has contacted Advance Sweeping Services, and the contractor has agreed to hold its current unit pricing and extend the contract for the FY27 program. If approved, this would represent the second extension of the contract. For reference, the following are the bid results from the June 5, 2024, bid opening. Six sets of bid documents were distributed to selected contractors, an advertisement was published in a local newspaper, and the bid documents were posted on PublicNoticeIllinois.com. As a result of the advertisement and outreach efforts, three formal bids were received. Contractor Total Amount Advance Sweeping Services $43,884.50 Homewood Disposal Services, Inc. $46,560.00 Lakeshore Recycling Systems $69,633.50 Staff believes that renewing the contract for FY27 represents the most financially prudent course of action. Accordingly, Public Works staff is requesting that the Mayor and Village Board of Trustees waive the competitive bidding process, which requires approval by more than a simple majority, and authorize the Village Manager to execute an extension agreement with Advance Sweeping Services, Inc., of Rockford, Illinois, for the FY27 Street Sweeping Contract, and approve expenditures not to exceed the budgeted amount of $60,000. Page 71 of 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Bridget A. Wachtel, Village Manager CC: FROM: Dan Milovanovic, Assistant Public Works Director DATE: April 20, 2026 RE: Consideration of a Contract Award to Werner Maintenance for FY27 Janitorial Maintenance Services Included in the proposed FY27 Budget is $60,000 for janitorial maintenance services. The purpose of this contract is to maintain the overall appearance and cleanliness of the Village Hall Complex and Public Works Service Center. Services include general cleaning, periodic deep cleaning, hard surface floor maintenance, and carpet cleaning at both facilities. As the Board may recall, the Village has historically experienced challenges securing consistent and reliable janitorial services through the traditional low-bid process. This remains a difficult service to procure, as performance and reliability can vary significantly among providers. While cost is important, the quality and consistency of service are critical to maintaining the standards expected at our public facilities. During the previous fiscal year, our former contractor discontinued services before the contract term was complete. Staff acted quickly to secure a replacement and prevent any interruption in service. Since November 2025, Werning Maintenance of Chicago Heights, Illinois, has been providing janitorial services at both facilities under a month-to-month agreement. Since assuming these responsibilities, Werning Maintenance has performed very well. Staff have found them to be responsive, dependable, and proactive in addressing concerns. The overall quality of cleaning has met expectations, and communication with our staff has been consistent and professional. Given the historically inconsistent results experienced when rebidding this service, and considering the satisfactory performance provided under the current month-to-month arrangement, staff believes it is in the Village’s best interest to formalize a contract with Werning Maintenance rather than return to the competitive bid process at this time. Werning Maintenance has submitted a proposal of $51,360 for cleaning services for FY27, which is $8,640 under budget. With the above discussion in mind, Public Works recommends that the Mayor and Board of Trustees waive the competitive bidding process, which requires approval by more than a simple majority, and authorize the Village Manager to award a contract to Werning Maintenance of Chicago Heights, Illinois, for the FY27 Janitorial Maintenance Service Contract, and approve expenditures not to exceed the budgeted amount of $60,000. Strategic Initiative (s) Addressed 2.3 Identify and prioritize opportunities for beautifying the Village Page 72 of 77  Resolution No. 2026- ____ A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS APPROVING A PROPOSAL FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES WHEREAS, the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois (the “Village”), is a duly organized and validly existing non-home rule municipality created in accordance with the Constitution of the State of Illinois of 1970 and the laws of the State; and, WHEREAS, since November of 2025, Werning Maintenance of Chicago Heights, Illinois (“Werning”) has been providing janitorial services on a month to month basis at the Village Hall Complex and the Public Works Service Center and has performed very well; and, WHEREAS, the Village has had historically inconsistent results when bidding this service and, given the satisfaction of the performance of Werning, it is the recommendation of the Public Works Director that public bidding be waived as permitted by Section 8-9-1 of the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 8-9-1) by a super majority vote of the Village Board, and the Village Manager be authorized to award a contract to Werning for janitorial services for fiscal year 2027 as hereinafter provided. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees for the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, that public bidding be waived as permitted by law and the Village Manager is herein authorized to accept the proposal from Werning Maintenance of Chicago Heights, Illinois for fiscal year 2027 for janitorial services to the Village Hall Complex and Public Works Service Center in the amount of $51,360.00 and the amount of $8,640 is hereby authorized for additional compensation to Werning Maintenance of Chicago Heights, Illinois for services which may become due in the event of additional cleaning needs. That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval as provided by law. AYES: 1 Page 73 of 77 NAYS: ABSENT: PASSED: APPROVED: PUBLISHED: Approved this _____ day of ______________ 2026. Mayor Attest : Village Clerk 2 Page 74 of 77 MEMORANDUM TO: Bridget A. Wachtel, Village Manager CC: FROM: Dan Milovanovic, Assistant Public Works Director DATE: April 20, 2026 RE: Consideration of a Contract Award to Smitty's Tree Service for FY27 Parkway Tree Services Included in the proposed FY27 Budget is $157,500 for parkway tree services. Services under this contract include the removal of dead, diseased, and hazardous trees, stump grinding, tree trimming, and emergency work. Of this budgeted amount, $52,000 is allocated for rotational tree trimming in Village neighborhoods. This year, tree trimming will take place in the Southeast Flossmoor neighborhood. The Village’s parkway tree service contract was originally bid on April 6, 2022. Smitty’s Tree Service of Alsip, Illinois, was the low bidder with a total bid amount of $165,630.00. The contract included up to three one-year extensions, all of which have been exercised. The quantities listed in the contract documents are estimates only and are provided for the purpose of establishing unit prices. Actual program expenditures are limited to the budgeted amount of $157,500. For reference, the following are the results of the April 25, 2022, bid opening. Fourteen sets of bid documents were distributed to selected contractors, an advertisement was placed in a local newspaper, and the bid documents were posted on PublicNoticeIllinois.com. As a result, three formal bids were received. Contractor Bid Smitty’s Tree Service, Inc. $165,630.00 Homer Tree Care, Inc. $242,650.00 The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company $338,020.00 This work would typically be competitively bid; however, for this year, staff recommends waiving the bid process. Each rebid of this contract in recent years has resulted in higher unit prices, with the contract totaling $145,550 in Fiscal Year 2022, which was a significant increase over prior years, and rising again to $165,630 in Fiscal Year 2023. We have spoken with Smitty’s Tree Service, and they have expressed their willingness to maintain their existing unit pricing and continue services for the FY27 program. The proposed continuation would be based on the unit prices set forth in the original contract. Given the pattern of increasing costs, staff believes that continuing services at current unit prices protects the Village’s budget and represents a fiscally prudent approach. With the above discussion in mind, Public Works staff recommends that the Mayor and Village Board of Trustees waive the competitive bidding process, which requires approval by more than a simple majority, authorize the Village Manager to award a contract to Smitty’s Tree Service of Alsip, Illinois, for the FY27 Parkway Tree Services Contract, and approve expenditures not to exceed the budgeted amount of $157,500. Strategic Initiative (s) Addressed 2.3 Identify and prioritize opportunities for beautifying the Village Page 75 of 77  Resolution No. 2026- ____ A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF FLOSSMOOR, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS APPROVING AN EXTENSION OF A CONTRACT WITH SMITTY’S TREE SERVICE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 WHEREAS, the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois (the “Village”), is a duly organized and validly existing non-home rule municipality created in accordance with the Constitution of the State of Illinois of 1970 and the laws of the State; and, WHEREAS, Smitty’s Tree Service (“Smitty’s”) have been providing the Village with parkway tree services including the removal of dead, diseased and hazardous trees since 2022 having being awarded a three year contract as the lowest bidders as the result of public bidding of the service; and WHEREAS, Smitty’s has provided the Village with excellent service and therefore the Public Works Director recommends that public bidding be waived as permitted by Section 8-9-1 of the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 8-9-1) and a contract be awarded to Smitty’s for fiscal year 2027 in an amount not to exceed $157,500. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees for the Village of Flossmoor, Cook County, Illinois, that public bidding be waived as permitted by law and an extension of the parkway tree services provided by Smitty’s Tree Service of Alsip, Illinois since 2022 be extended for fiscal year 2027 in an amount not to exceed $157,500 upon a super majority vote of the Village Board. That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval as provided by law. AYES: NAYS: 1 Page 76 of 77 ABSENT: PASSED: APPROVED: PUBLISHED: Approved this _____ day of ______________ 2026. Mayor Attest : Village Clerk 2 Page 77 of 77