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Home My WebLink About3.1 Minutes 08/12/2025 Village of Mount Prospect Committee of theWhole Tuesday, August 12, 2025 / 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hoefert called the Committee of the Whole meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. in the Board Room at Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson St. ROLL CALL Members present upon a roll call by the Village Clerk: Mayor Paul Hoefert, Trustee Vincent Dante, Trustee Beth DiPrima, Trustee Terri Gens, Trustee Bill Grossi, Trustee John Matuszak, Trustee Colleen Saccotelli Absent: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3.1. Minutes of the Special Village Board/Committee of the Whole on the Road - July 8, 2025 Motion by Trustee Gens, second by Dante, to approve the minutes: Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed MAYORS REPORT 4.1. Mayor's Comment Mayor Hoefert stated he had no comments other than that he was looking forward to the presentations. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Pam Nelson Mount Prospect resident Expressed concern regarding the presentation on community needs and what would happen in 2026 for low-income people on the north and south sides of the Village. Mayor Hoefert noted that this was the topic of the upcoming presentation. DISCUSSION ITEMS 6.1 Presentation of the Community Needs Assessment Final Report Esther Salutillo, Deputy Director of Human Services and oversees the Community Connection Center operations, introduced the agenda item. She provided a brief history of the Community Connection Center (CCC), noting that the last formal assessment was done in 2007, which led to the opening of the Center in 2009. The Center is located in South Mount Prospect, housing the Human Services Department and sharing space with the South Branch Mount Prospect Public Library. Ms. Salutillo explained that the goal has always been to increase access to social services, public health nursing, and library services for residents in South Mount Prospect, though the Center is open to all Village residents. She noted that as part of the Village's strategic plan, the needs assessment was completed to identify needs and barriers residents face in accessing services, as well as challenges with transportation and housing. Another goal was to identify potential partnerships with local agencies. Ms. Salutillo explained that Initium Health was selected through an RFP process that involved six Village Board in September 2024. The assessment was funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. . Mr. Corbett outlined their mixed-method approach, which included 703 surveys (about double what would be ount stakeholder interviews with diverse groups across the Village. The CCC is viewed as a safe space by residents There is strong community interest in expanded CCC services, with almost half of respondents likely to use an expanded facility South Mount Prospect residents showed strong enthusiasm for expanded services Services most requested for expansion included youth and senior programs, and library services English speakers most strongly preferred senior programs while Spanish speakers prioritized youth programs Nearly one-third of residents were unaware of the South Library services Physical space expansion - The current facility is too small to support multiple programs simultaneously and lacks private consultation areas. An expanded space culturally inclusive design. Enhanced service delivery - Maintain community trust and current strengths extending weekend and evening hours, adding youth programs, enhancing senior services, and integrating physical and mental health services. Strategic partnership implementation - Improve awareness of CCC services, maintain visibility at cultural events, implement a "no wrong door" approach for referrals, and explore transportation assistance. Access and outreach enhancement - Develop formal partnerships to reduce service fragmentation, potentially partner with Northwest Community Hospital and other clinics for mental health and chronic care, and address long wait times for services, especially for Spanish speakers and uninsured residents. Ms. Salutillo and Mr. Corbett answered questions from the Board. Village prioritization. Public Comment: Pam Nelson Mount Prospect resident Referenced the community models in Elgin and Bensenville that integrated multiple services in one facility. Expressed concern about potential cuts to federal programs like Medicaid in 2026 and the impact on vulnerable residents. JOINT VILLAGE BOARD AND FINANCE COMMISSION WORKSHOP 7.1 Quarterly Financial Review - Second Quarter 2025 Director of Finance Amit Thakkar despite market volatility, the Village Total revenue collected during the second quarter was $36.1 million, bringing year- to-date collections to $67.4 million, an increase of $4.9 million compared to last year Investment income for the year was $2.6 million State sales tax showed 8.1% growth and income tax showed 8.4% growth, while used tax decreased by 45.6% due to a change in law Second-quarter expenditures totaled $38 million and were on track as expected Unassigned fund balance at the end of the quarter was $47.1 million or 51.8% of the annual budget Director Thakkar detailed revenue sources, expenditures by department and category, and provided updates on pension funds. Both pension funds reported positive investment income and as 64% funded and the Fire Pension Fund was 64.6% funded. The Economic Emergency Fund had reached nearly $14 million, including interest income of $982,643 since its inception. Director Thakkar concluded that the Village million, and income tax $10.1 million for the year, likely resulting in a year-end surplus. He also noted that the Village's strategy to achieve an AAA credit rating was underway. In response to questions from the Board, Director Thakkar explained that achieving an AAA rating would lower interest costs on debt, potentially saving $250,000 per year on $100 million in debt, or $5-6 million over 20 years. He also noted that a higher credit rating attracts quality investors and could make the Village more attractive to businesses. 7.2 Community Investment Plan - Fiscal Year 2026 – 2030 Director Thakkar introduced the Finance Commission, and upon roll call, the following were present: Chairman Ken Arndt, Commissioner Mary Rath, Commissioner Don and Commissioner Cannizzaro. Director Thakkar -2030, noting that this marked the start of the budget season. He explained that the capital budget -year CIP totaled $194.7 million, with key components including: $74.9 million for resurfacing, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters (39% of CIP) $26.6 million for street construction (14% of CIP) $44.3 million for water system improvements (23% of CIP) $10.4 million for sanitary sewer improvements (5% of CIP) $15.9 million for public buildings (8% of CIP) for one- Director Finance Department - ERP upgrade to Munis software at no acquisition cost, with Village-wide Green Building Program - $100,000 initial funding for matching grants for commercial properties Fire Department - Power cots and load stretchers replacement at $142,500 in the current year and $142,500 in the next year Human Services - $4.7 million placeholder for a new Community Connection Center, potentially requiring bond funding and partnership with the Mount Prospect Library o Water system improvements ($6.5 million for 2026) o Sanitary sewer system improvements ($1 million for 2026) o Rand/Kensington/Elmhurst intersection improvements ($4 million Village share, with total Phase 3 cost of nearly $15 million) o Algonquin Road bike path improvements ($900,000 Village share, with substantial grant funding) o Pedestrian Railroad Crossing Improvement - Kensington Road stair elimination and path creation ($450,000 Village share) o Rand Road corridor street lighting ($780,000) o Busse Road reconstruction ($650,000 Village million) o Wolf Road improvements ($1.7 million Village share, with substantial grant funding) o Meadows/Melas Bridge Village share, total Phase 3 cost over $8.8 million) adows/Melas Bridge iPrima , it was stated the vote would occur in February 2026 when bids would be available. Village Manager and that the Board would have another opportunity to vote when bids are received. After the discussion, it was determined that the Board would hold a meeting the following week to discuss . A vote on funding will come when bids are received in February. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT No additional report. ANY OTHER BUSINESS Trustee Grossi reminded everyone about the Family Health Fair scheduled for Wednesday, 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Pocket Park (across from Village Hall). He noted that the Lions Club hearing and vision trailer would be there to provide free screenings. ADJOURNMENT Grossi, seconded by Trustee Dante the August 12 , 2025 Committee of the Whole 9:05 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Karen M. Agoranos Village Clerk