Bourbonnais Mayor Paul Schore | Village of Bourbonnais
Bourbonnais Mayor Paul Schore | Village of Bourbonnais
Village of Bourbonnais Board of Trustees met May 5.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM by Village President Paul Schore
1. CALL TO ORDER
Procedural: A. Pledge of Allegiance led by Roh Gray, a student from Bishop McNamara School.
Procedural: B. Roll Call - Village Clerk Brian Simeur
Members present: Mayor Paul Schore, Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jeff Keast, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini. Also in attendance, Attorney Patrick Dunn and Administrator Michael Van Mill. Absent: Treasurer Ron Riebe
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Action, Minutes: A. Public Hearing Minutes from April 21, 2025
Motion by Trustee Rick Fischer, second by Trustee Jack Littrell to approve the Public Hearing Minutes from April 21, 2025, as presented.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jeff Keast, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
Action, Minutes: B. Regular Board Meeting Minutes from April 21, 2025
Motion by Trustee Rick Fischer, second by Trustee Jeff Keast to approve the Regular Board Meeting Minutes from April 21, 2025, as presented.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jeff Keast, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
3. CORRESPONDENCE
Action, Procedural: A. Certificate of Canvass Results
> Clerk Brian Simeur stated he received the Certificate of Canvass Results from Kankakee County Clerk Dan Hendrickson that was certified on April 15, 2025 (on Board Docs). Mr. Simeur read the results from the Kankakee County Abstract of Votes from the April 1, 2025 Election. Village President Jeff Keast 1,885 votes versus Candidate David Zinanni 1,308; Village Clerk Brian Simeur 1,932 votes versus Candidate Kym Nelson 1,144; Three Trustees were re-elected: Trustee Angie Serafini 2,026 votes, Trustee R. Bruce Greenlee 1,721 votes, and Trustee Rick Fischer 1,646 votes. The other candidates on the ballot for Trustee were: Dondi Maricle 1,183 votes, Mark Steelman 1,044 votes, and Lindsey Patterson 1,044 votes.
Motion by Trustee Jack Littrell, second by Trustee Jeff Keast to accept the Certificate of Canvass Results from the Consolidated Election held on April 1, 2025.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jeff Keast, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
> Mayor Paul Schore gave a final farewell and thanked the Board for all their years of service, and the staff for working with him over the 28 years.
Procedural: B. Village President, Village Clerk & Village Trustees - Oath of Office
> Judge Michael J. Kick (retired) swore in the Village President Jeff Keast, Village Clerk Brian Simeur, and re elected Officers - Trustee Angie Serafini, Trustee Bruce Greenlee, and Trustee Rick Fischer.
> Mayor Jeff Keast read a statement thanking all who voted, supported, and participated in the election. He is here to serve the entire community, and will listen and work together, and keep the community aware of what is happening, and have a say in shaping its future.
4. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONS AND ADVISORY BOARDS - None
5. BIDS AND QUOTES
Action, Bids: A. 2025 MFT Bid Results
> Public Works Superintendent Terry Memenga stated two bids were opened April 28, 2025, for the MFT HMA & Concrete program, and the bids were read (on Board Docs). It was recommended that the Board accept the lowest bid from Gallagher Asphalt Corporation in the amount of $601,577.12
Motion by Trustee Jack Littrell, second by Trustee Bruce Greenlee, to accept the low bid as presented for the MFT HMA and Concrete program to Gallagher Asphalt Corporation in the amount of $601,577.12. Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
Action, Bids: B. Guildford Drive Rebuild Project Bid Results
> Public Works Superintendent Terry Memenga stated two bids were opened April 28, 2025, for the Guildford Drive Rebuild project. The bids were read (on Board Docs) this will be utilizing funds from the IL Rebuild program. It was recommended that the Board accept the lowest bid from Gallagher Asphalt Corporation in the amount of $135,450.88.
Motion by Trustee Jack Littrell, second by Trustee Bruce Greenlee to accept the low bid as presented for the Guildford Drive Rebuild Project to Gallagher Asphalt Corporation in the amount of $135,450.88. Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
6. FINANCE COMMITTEE - Trustee Rick Fischer, Chair
Action, Accounts Payable: A. Finance Committee - Consideration of the May 5, 2025 Accounts Payable
Motion by Trustee Rick Fischer, second by Trustee Randy King to approve the general and special fund bill list, as presented.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
Action, Resolution: B. RESOLUTION NO. 25-1599 - A Resolution Approving and Adopting Various Budgets for the Village of Bourbonnais, Kankakee County, Illinois for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Motion by Trustee Rick Fischer, second by Trustee Jack Littrell to read Resolution 25-1599 by title only. Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
> Following the reading by Clerk Simeur, Finance Director Tara Latz explained this Resolution is for the Village budgets for the Fiscal Year 2026, which runs from May 1st, 2025 to April 30th, 2026 (on Board Docs). This includes the General Fund Operations budget and budgets for the Special funds, which include The Grove, Motor Fuel Tax, Sewer, Debt Service, two TIF funds, Impact Fees, and Business District funds. She thanked all of the Department Heads, Assistant Finance Director Holly St. Germaine. Finance Chairman Rick Fischer for their support and assistance in putting this budget together. Mrs. Latz gave projected amounts for General Fund Revenues of $14,700,841 and Expenditures at $14,463,655, which leaves a surplus of $237,186. Also, explanations were given for each of the other funds and what is expected in expenditures.
> These budgets do not reflect the legal spending limit for the Village, which will occur in our Appropriations Ordinance at an upcoming Board meeting in July.
> Trustee King expressed his appreciation of the new layout of the budget.
> Trustee Fisher thanked all department heads and personnel who helped put this together.
Motion by Trustee Rick Fischer, second by Trustee Randy King to adopt Resolution 25-1599. Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
7. ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE - Trustee Angie Serafini, Chair
Action, Resolution: A. RESOLUTION NO. 25-1598 - A Resolution Approving Travel, Meal, and Lodging Expenses for Administrator Michael Van Mill and Finance Director Tara Latz to attend the IL Tax Increment Association / IL Enterprise Zone Association Spring Conference in Springfield, IL May 7-9, 2025
Motion by Trustee Angie Serafini, second by Trustee Jack Littrell to read Resolution 25-1598 by title only. Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
> Following the reading by Clerk Simeur, Administrator Van Mill explained this is an annual conference that they attend each year in Springfield, and have found it to be helpful, as they look at development and how deals are put together using TIF funds.
Motion by Trustee Angie Serafini, second by Trustee Bruce Greenlee to adopt Resolution 25-1598. Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
Action, Resolution: B. RESOLUTION NO. 25-1600 - A Resolution Authorizing the Ratification, Acceptance, and Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the Village of Bourbonnais and the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 399 Regarding the VEBA Plan
Motion by Trustee Angie Serafini, second by Trustee Jack Littrell to read Resolution 25-1600 by title only. Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
> Following the reading by Clerk Simeur, Attorney Dunn explained how the VEBA Plan provides a self-funded plan for insurance for employees even after they retire.
Motion by Trustee Angie Serafini, second by Trustee Randy King to adopt Resolution 25-1600. Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
Action, Ordinance: C. ORDINANCE NO. 25-2488 - An Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Alcoholic Liquors, Article IV, Section 4-52 of the Municipal Code of the Village of Bourbonnais, Illinois Concerning Hours of Operations (FIRST READING)
> Following the first reading by Clerk Simeur, Attorney Dunn explained that the current Ordinance allows liquor sales to start at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday and this Ordinance will amend this time and allow the sale of alcohol to start at 9:00 A.M. on Sunday.
Motion by Trustee Angie Serafini, second by Trustee Randy King to suspend the rules and have a second reading on Ordinance 25-2488 tonight.
Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
Motion by Trustee Angie Serafini, second by Trustee Bruce Greenlee to read Ordinance 25-2488 by title only. Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
Motion by Trustee Angie Serafini, second by Trustee Jack Littrell to adopt Ordinance 25-2488. Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
Information: D. Administration Committee
> Trustee Serafini offers her sympathies and prayers to the family of former Governor George Ryan, who recently passed away.
Trustee Serafini gave an update on events coming to the Village:
> Weed Warriors is a volunteer-based community program created based on resident feedback from individuals who would like to get more involved with taking care of the Grove. Volunteers will assist by picking up litter, leaves, and pulling weeds, all while enjoying our beautiful park. More information is available on our website.
> Coffee with a Cop - Stop by either Bourbonnais Dunkin' locations to help support the Bourbonnais Police Department raise funds for Special Olympics Illinois. Officers will be accepting donations for the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run, and each donor receives a coupon for a free donut. Stop by and say hello from 5 AM -2 PM on May 16th, 2025.
8. COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - Trustee Jeff Keast, Chair - Trustee Randy King filled in
Action, Ordinance: A. ORDINANCE NO. 25-2487 - An Ordinance Amending Chapter 36 Section 36-10-6 Zoning District Use Table of the Municipal Code Regarding Planned Unit Developments in the M-1 And M-2 Districts (SECOND READING)
Motion by Trustee Randy King, second by Trustee Jack Littrell to read Ordinance 25-2487 by title only. Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
> Following the second first reading by Clerk Simeur, Administrator Van Mill explains this would be a text amendment to our Zoning Ordinance that will allow developments in the industrial districts to apply for or get approval for a Planned Unit Development (PUD). Before this you could not get PUD in the industrial district, now you can. It will help provide flexibility in any development project.
Motion by Trustee Randy King, second by Trustee Rick Fischer to adopt Ordinance 25-2487. Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
Information: B. Community & Economic Development Committee
Trustee King provided the Building Department's monthly report:
> In 2024, we had 5 new home permits issued valued at $1,702,700, and 281 permits not including new homes valued at $4,565,475. So far this year, we have 11 new home permits valued at $2,628,900 and 222 issued permits, not including new homes valued at $12,712,030.
9. POLICE COMMITTEE - Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Chair
Information: A. Police Committee
> Trustee Greenlee stated that new Patrol Officers Anthony Bird and Justin Beaupre finished the Police Academy. They have started field training this week and should be on solo patrol by mid-August.
> May 11-17 is National Police Week: Annual Local Law Enforcement Memorial Event will occur on Thursday, May 15th, 2025 on the Kankakee County Courthouse lawn at 11:00 AM.
> Interim Chief Anderson also reminded the community about Coffee with a Cop to support the Special Olympics on May 16th, 2025 at both Dunkin' locations.
10. PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE - Trustee Randy King, Chair
Action, Resolution: A. RESOLUTION NO. 25-1601 - A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation Concerning Routine Maintenance of State Roads
Motion by Trustee Randy King, second by Trustee Jack Littrell to read Resolution 25-1601 by title only. Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
> Following the reading by Clerk Simeur, Public Works Superintendent Terry Memenga stated we have a long-term agreement (10 years) with IDOT about shared maintenance for State routes that run through the Village.
> Mrs. Latz provided an update, stating IDOT will come back in 2025 and do a new traffic count, which will hopefully increase the amount given to the Village annually.
Motion by Trustee Randy King, second by Trustee Rick Fischer to adopt Resolution 25-1601. Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
Information: B. Public Works Committee
Trustee King provided updates for the following ongoing projects at Public Works:
> Hayes Park Pickleball- no change from last report, we are still waiting on consistent weather to finish.
> Cobblestone Park - the contractor is preparing to install the cushion surface within the upcoming 30 days, then the Public Works crew will complete the playground installation.
> Municipal Center - moving of the flag poles will be completed this week, and updated landscaping design is in progress; silt depth study to be completed this month.
> Stratford Drive Safety - completed with updated signs and speed humps are installed. > Safety Town - waiting on new window blinds, space should be available for rent beginning June 1, 2025.
> Demo of Oak Street property near Riverfront Park is expected to begin within the next two weeks.
> Summer workers are expected to start on May 12, 2025.
> There is a pending retirement of one of our team members; new-hire interviews are expected to occur this week.
11. UTILITY COMMITTEE - Trustee Jack Littrell, Chair - None
12. COMMITTEE MEETING SET
Committee Meeting Set: A. Set Committee Meetings - Calendars
> Community & Economic Development Meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 3:30 PM in the Board room.
> Finance Meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM in the Board room.
> Utility Meeting to be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM in the Board room.
13. VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT - Michael Van Mill - None
14. VILLAGE ATTORNEY'S REPORT - Patrick Dunn - None
15. VILLAGE PRESIDENT'S REPORT - Jeff Keast
Information: A. Mayor Updates
> Mayor Keast asked for a moment of silence for the late Governor George Ryan.
16. NEW BUSINESS - None
> Trustee Littrell congratulated the newly elected Mayor and the re-elected Trustees after a hard-fought election.
17. OLD BUSINESS - None
18. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
19. EXECUTIVE SESSION - Not applicable.
20. ADJOURNMENT
Action, Procedural: A. Adjournment Time
Motion by Trustee Jack Littrell, second by Trustee Randy King to adjourn the Regular Board meeting at 6:10 PM.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Trustee Bruce Greenlee, Trustee Rick Fischer, Trustee Randy King, Trustee Jack Littrell, and Trustee Angie Serafini
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