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Village of Lemont Village Board met Nov. 25

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

The regular meeting of the Lemont Village Board was held on Monday, November 25, 2024 At 6:30 p.m. with Mayor John Egofske presiding. 

I) Pledge of Allegiance 

II) Roll Call 

III) Consent Agenda 

III.A) Approval of Minutes 

III.B) Approval of Disbursements 

III.C) An Ordinance O-39-24 Authorizing the Village of Lemont, Cook, DuPage and Will counties, Illinois to borrow funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program of the  Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA). 

III.D) An Ordinance O-40-24 amending the FY2024-2025 Budget - Amendment #2 Cover Page FY25 Budget Amendment #2 Ordinance with Exhibit A.pdf

III.E) An Ordinance O-41-24 Authorizing the Sale and Disposal of Surplus Village Property

An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale and Disposal of Surplus Village Property 

III.F) A Resolution R-83-24 Approving Purchases for Lighting Up Lemont Holiday Items

Resolution Approving Purchase of Lighting Up Lemont Holiday

III.G) A Resolution R-84-24 authorizing the Village Administrator to execute the loan agreement between the Village of Lemont and the Illinois Environmental Protection  Agency (IEPA). 

III.H) A Resolution R-85-24 Authorizing the Purchase of Rock Salt 2024-2025 

A Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Rock Salt 2024-2025

Ralph Pukula noted we are paying $65.37 per ton, down from last year for salt. State Street will be repaved from 127th down to Cass. Construction will be in 2025 hopefully  in early fall. 

III.I) A Resolution R-86-24 Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the State of Illinois and the Village of Lemont Appropriating Funds for the State Street Resurfacing Project 

A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the State of Illinois and the Village of Lemont Appropriating Funds for the State Street Resurfacing Project

III.J) A Resolution R-87-24 Authorizing the Release of a Subdivision/Site Improvement Bond for Notting Hill (Beechen & Dill) 

A Resolution Authorizing the Release of a Subdivision/Site Improvement Bond for Notting Hill (Beechen & Dill) 

III.K) A Resolution R-88-24 Authorizing the Release of the Letter of Credit for Willow Pointe (Beechen & Dill) 

A Resolution Authorizing the Release of the Letter of Credit for Willow Pointe (Beechen & Dill) 

III.L) A Resolution R-89-24 Authorizing the Release of Letters of Credit for Kettering

A Resolution Authorizing the Release of Letters of Credit for Kettering 

Motion by Janelle Kittridge, seconded by Rick Sniegowski, to approve Consent Agenda  

Roll Call: Janelle Kittridge, Dave Maher, Ken McClafferty, Kevin Shaughnessy, Rick Sniegowski, Ronald Stapleton; 6 ayes.; 0 nays. Motion Carried.

IV) Mayor's Report 

IV.A 130th Anniversary Proclamation for the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago

IV.B Truth in Taxation Public Hearing for the 2024 Proposed Property Tax Levy

Motion by Ronald Stapleton, seconded by Ken McClafferty, to open public hearing.  

Roll Call: Janelle Kittridge, Dave Maher, Ken McClafferty, Kevin Shaughnessy, Rick Sniegowski, Ronald Stapleton; 6 ayes.; 0 nays. Motion Carried.

Darshana Prakash said the proposed 2024 property tax levy is $4.8 million which is 6.72 percent higher than the previous year due to new homes and inflation. 

Motion by Rick Sniegowski, seconded by Ken McClafferty, to adjourn public hearing.  

Roll Call: Janelle Kittridge, Dave Maher, Ken McClafferty, Kevin Shaughnessy, Rick  Sniegowski, Ronald Stapleton; 6 ayes.; 0 nays. Motion Carried. 

Mayor’s Mention – November 25, 2024 

First off, we wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving Day. Village offices will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after. We are truly grateful to our employees and  committee members for your dedication, support and hard work throughout the year.  Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! 

Lemont Downtown has put together 2024 Holiday Gift Guides to help with your holiday  shopping in downtown Lemont! You really must visit the News page at, Lemont  Downtown. com, and check out the gift guide articles for Those Who: Love Adventure, Love to Unwind, Who Love Trends & Treasures and, For Those Who Love the Sentimental You’re sure to find the perfect gift in Lemont! 

Now that you have some gift giving ideas, shop during Small Business Weekend this Friday, November 29, through Sunday, December 1. When you spend $15 or more at  participating businesses in the downtown during Small Business Weekend, you can get a  custom embroidered Lemont patch with your purchase, while they last. The patches  include, Archie, a Vintage downtown Lemont logo, the Budnik Plaza Clock, a Quarry Worker, and a Pierogi. You’re definitely going to want them all! Visit the Events calendar or News page on Lemont Downtown.com, for participating businesses. And be sure to  get out and shop in Lemont this weekend! 

Lighting Up Lemont begins this weekend and runs through the end of January! It truly  warms up the cold winter season, and is a must see on your list of things to do! We have  some new display items this year, including Santa’s Workshop in Village Green, so be  sure to capture your holiday photos and take in the lights. We also thank all of the businesses that sponsored Lighting Up Lemont this year to help add to the magic of the  season! Visit the Signature Events page on, Lemont Downtown.com, for more  information. 

The Hope and Friendship Foundation is making Christmas Care Bags and taking  collections of paper products, cleaning items, and personal care products December 1 - 20. Drop off bin locations include:

Old Quarry School entryway, Lemont Police Department, Village Hall – 416 Main Street  door entryway and Three Stories Books at 310 Canal Street 

On Saturday, December 7, Tractors for Toys will be collecting toys and winter apparel  items to benefit the need in our community. New, unwrapped toys for all ages, hats, gloves, scarves, and coats can be dropped off on December 7 at: 

Target Plaza and Pete’s Market Plaza from 11 AM to 4 PM and during Hometown  Holiday in downtown Lemont on Front Street near The Bridge banquet hall from 2 – 5  PM. Any family in need of these items can email, Lemont Tractor Club @ gmail . com. 

The most magical event of the year, Hometown Holiday, returns on Saturday, December  7, from 2 - 5 PM. There is going to be so much to see and do during Hometown Holiday, from visits with Santa, our annual Tree Lighting at 5 PM, fun family-friendly activities at  

participating businesses, to marshmallow roasting with the fire department; you must  read all about it. Visit our event calendar at, lemont . il . us, or, Lemont Downtown.com, Signature Events, for all the details.

V) Clerk's Report 

V.A An Ordinance O-42-24 Amending Title 17 of the Lemont Municipal Code, The Lemont Unified Development Ordinance of 2008 (Definitions, Uses & Awning Signs) 

An Ordinance Amending Title 17 of the Lemont Municipal Code, The Lemont  Unified Development Ordinance of 2008 

Motion by Ronald Stapleton, seconded by Kevin Shaughnessy, to approve. 

Trustee Sniegowski asked about the condition of current awnings in Lemont. Jason Berry  said the Village has a maintenance code and if a business closes, the guidelines ask that  the awning be removed. 

Roll Call: Janelle Kittridge, Dave Maher, Ken McClafferty, Kevin Shaughnessy, Rick  Sniegowski, Ronald Stapleton; 6 ayes. ; 0 nays. Motion Carried. 

V.B A Resolution R-90-24 Authorizing Rail Improvement Project at Lemont and  Stephen Street Crossings

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RAIL IMPROVEMENT CROSSING PROJECT AT  LEMONT AND STEPHEN STREET CROSSINGS.

LEMONT ST-STEPHEN ST - REVISED

Motion by Ken McClafferty, seconded by Janelle Kittridge, to approve. 

George Schafer said the Village and engineers have been working with the state, Amtrak and CN for short and long term safety projects. Permits are being approved and we  hope to have safety delineators in place by the end of the year. Long term  improvements are in discussion and hope to make Lemont a quiet zone with quad gates.  Mayor Egofske is glad we are moving forward after the last few incidents on the tracks.  The improvements and rail safety are a priority. Trustee Shaughnessy said it is difficult  to see fast changes with the railroad. 

Roll Call: Janelle Kittridge, Dave Maher, Ken McClafferty, Kevin Shaughnessy, Rick  Sniegowski, Ronald Stapleton; 6 ayes. ; 0 nays. Motion Carried. 

V.C A Resolution R-91-24 Approving a Final Plat of Subdivision for 13011 Grant Road (Donegal) 

A Resolution Approving a Final Plat of Subdivision for 13011 Grant Road (Donegal) Motion by Ken McClafferty, seconded by Rick Sniegowski, to approve. Jason Berry said it is a complicated plat and approved by IDOT. 

Roll Call: Janelle Kittridge, Dave Maher, Ken McClafferty, Kevin Shaughnessy, Rick Sniegowski, Ronald Stapleton; 6 ayes.; 0 nays. Motion Carried. 

V.D A Resolution R-92-24 Authorizing and Allocating $500,000.00 of American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Funding for the Purchase of Water Meter Registers from Water Resources, Inc 

A Resolution Authorizing and Allocating $500,000.00 of American Rescue Plan Act  of 2021 Funding for the Purchase of Water Meter Registers from Water Resources, Inc.

Motion by Dave Maher, seconded by Ronald Stapleton, to approve.

Ralph Pukula noted that over 2500 water meters need updating and staff is asking for $500,000 in ARPA funds. This will help with remote, electronic readings on the meters. Life span is 10 - 12 years noted Brian from PW. Trustee Sniegowski asked how the meters are installed. Brian said an appointment is made with the resident and then  change the register in the basement. Takes less than 15 minutes. If necessary PW can ID lead water lines in the home as well. 

Roll Call: Janelle Kittridge, Dave Maher, Ken McClafferty, Kevin Shaughnessy, Rick  Sniegowski, Ronald Stapleton; 6 ayes.; 0 nays. Motion Carried.

VI) Village Attorney Report 

VII) Village Administrator Report 

George asked residents to please respond to the community survey which can be found on our web page. 

VIII) Board Reports 

Trustee Shaughnessy wanted to express condolences to the family of Officer Enrique Martinez who passed in the line of duty on November 4, 2024. He asked that we pause for a moment and think of all officers that are out protecting our streets. 

IX) Staff Reports 

Next week is the last week for brown bag pick up with Waste Management said Ralph Pukula. With winter coming, please be aware of odd/even street parking after 2 inches of snow for plowing. Police Chief noted all to be careful this coming Wednesday if out celebrating the holiday. 

X) Unfinished Business 

XI) New Business 

XII) Audience Participation 

Ms. Griffin addressed the board with concern regarding trains blocking all entrances in and out of the downtown area, especially with a future park being built. There are also  vehicles ignoring the ten miles per hour near Singers Landing. In the area the two trash cans that are not covered are rarely emptied and full of harmful plastics. Mayor Egofske agreed that ER vehicles need access and possibly to the far west. 

XIII) Executive Session Discussion Under Chapter 5 ILCS

Motion by Ken McClafferty, seconded by Kevin Shaughnessy, to go into Executive Session Discussion Under Chapter 5 ILCS  

Roll Call: Janelle Kittridge, Dave Maher, Ken McClafferty, Kevin Shaughnessy, Rick Sniegowski, Ronald Stapleton; 6 ayes.; 0 nays. Motion Carried. 

Motion by Dave Maher, seconded by Janelle Kittridge, to adjourn Executive Session  

Roll Call: Janelle Kittridge, Dave Maher, Ken McClafferty, Kevin Shaughnessy, Rick Sniegowski, Ronald Stapleton; 6 ayes.; 0 nays. Motion Carried. 

XIV) Action on Closed Session Item(s) 

XV) Motion to Adjourn 

Motion by Ronald Stapleton, seconded by Dave Maher, to adjourn meeting at 7:52 p.m.  

Roll Call: Janelle Kittridge, Dave Maher, Ken McClafferty, Kevin Shaughnessy, Rick Sniegowski, Ronald Stapleton; 6 ayes.; 0 nays. Motion Carried.

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