HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/18/2025 VB MinutesVillage of Mount Prospect Regular
Meeting of the Village Board Tuesday,
November 18, 2025 / 7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hoefert called the Regular Meeting of the Village Board to order at 7:05 p.m. in
the Board Room at Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois.
ROLL CALL
Members present upon roll call by the Village Clerk: Mayor Paul Hoefert, Trustee
Vincent Dante, Trustee Beth DiPrima, Trustee Terri Gens, Trustee Bill Grossi, Trustee
John Matuszak, and Trustee Colleen Saccotelli
None was absent. A quorum was present.
2.1. Pledge of Allegiance — Led by Trustee Vincent Dante
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3.1. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Village Board -November 4, 2025
Motion by Vincent Dante, second by John Matuszak to approve the November4, 2025
regular meeting minutes of the Village Board:
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 announced that the Lions Club was in attendance to present a check to the
Village. Jill Friedrichs, President of the Mt. Prospect Lions Club, presented a check for
$12,500 to the Village's food pantry. Julie Kane, Director of Human Services, accepted the
check.
Ms. Friedrichs explained that the Lions Club has been raising funds for the food pantry for
28 years, totaling over $250,000 in donations. She noted that these funds represented half
of their proceeds from the farmers market, which they operate every Sunday for six
months of the year. She acknowledged the committee members who help organize the
market and she also thanked the farmers and vendors who donate excess produce to the
Community Connection Center each week. The Mayor expressed appreciation for the
Lions Club's significant contributions to the community, both financially and through
organizing events that bring the community together.
Following the check presentation, Mayor Hoefert read a statement establishing rules for
the meeting, emphasizing the importance of maintaining order, respecting others'
viewpoints, and adhering to time limits for public comment. He noted that speakers would
be limited to 4 minutes during Citizens to be Heard and requested that repetitive
comments be avoided.
4.2. PROCLAMATION: Small Business Saturday - November 29, 2025
Mayor Hoefert read a proclamation recognizing November 29, 2025, as Small Business
Saturday in Mount Prospect. The proclamation highlighted the vital contributions small
businesses make to the local economy and community, noting they create jobs, boost the
economy, and preserve neighborhoods. Tom Nelson, small business owner and President
of the Downtown Merchants Association, accepted the proclamation on behalf of the
Village's small business owners and expressed appreciation for the Village's support.
4.3. ACCOLADES: Recognition of the St. Raymond School's Cross -Country Team
The Village Board recognized the St. Raymond School's cross-country teams for their
outstanding achievements. The boys varsity team repeated as state champions in the
Illinois Elementary School Association Class 1A, their second title since 2023. The girls
varsity team finished third in their state meet, with two all -state runners. Coach Sean
Hargadon spoke on behalf of the teams, expressing gratitude for the recognition and pride
in the athletes' hard work, perseverance, and sportsmanship.
4.4. ACCOLADES: 2025 Fire Prevention Poster Contest Winners
The Fire Department presented the winners of the 2025 Fire Prevention Poster Contest.
The theme was "Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium Ion Batteries in Your Home." Monika
Korzun, Public Education Officer of the Mount Prospect Fire Department, noted that over
2,500 posters were submitted from nine elementary schools. Winners from kindergarten
through fifth grade were recognized in first, second, and third place categories. Each
student came forward to receive their award.
Mayor Hoefert called for a brief recess at 7.45 pm to allow the poster contest winners to exit
the meeting and join their families in the Farley Community Room for refreshments.
Mayor Hoefert resumed the meeting at 7.50 p.m.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
Motion by Terri Gens, second by John Matuszak to move "Citizens to be Heard" after New
Business:
Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, and Colleen
Saccotelli
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion passed.
CONSENTAGENDA
Motion by Vincent Dante, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the consent agenda a
presented:
Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen
Saccotelli
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
6.1. Monthly Financial Report -September 2025
6.2. List of Bills — October 29, 2025 to November 11, 2025 — $5,383,931.09
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INTERGOVERNMENTALAGREEMENT RELATING TO THE O'HARE NOISE
COMPATIBILITY COMMISSION
Resolution No. 32-25
6.4. Motion to accept the Municipal Partnering Initiative joint bid results for the
2026 and 2027 Generator Maintenance Program in an amount not to exceed
$33,247.50 each year.
6.5. Motion to accept proposal for the 2025 Village Facility Card Access System
Upgrade Project for an amount not to exceed $114,821.72.
6.6. Motion to approve a Five -Year Utility Billing Production Agreement with Third
Millennium Associates, Inc. (Subject to Attorney review)
PUBLIC HEARING
7.1. Proposed Property Tax Levy for the Village of Mount Prospect for the fiscal
year beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December31, 2025. This public
hearing, called pursuant to proper legal notice having been published in the
Daily Herald on November 5, 2025, is for the purpose of presenting the
proposed tax levy for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2025, and ending
December31, 2025.
Mayor Hoefert opened the public hearing on the proposed tax levy for fiscal year 2025 at
7:52p.m. He noted that notice of this hearing was published in the Daily Herald newspaper
on November 5, 2025, and that the Village Board had reviewed the budget at previous
meetings with opportunities for residents to participate in the budget process.
Finance DirectorAmit Thakkar presented the proposed tax levy and budget. He highlighted
that the 2026 budget is balanced with total revenues of $187.8 million and expenditures of
$192.6 million, with a planned use of $4.8 million in previously earned revenue. Key points
included:
• 0% property tax increase, maintaining the same levy as 2024 (payable 2025)
• The levy is the lowest in the last 11 years
• Includes pension abatements totaling $2.9 million and debt service levy abatements
of $3.1 million
• Using grocery tax revenue ($925,000) for pension abatements
• Addition of three new firefighters/paramedics and two patrol officers
• A 6.75% increase in water and sewer fees and a 3.5% increase in refuse fees
• Mount Prospect has the lowest per capita property tax ($321) compared to
surrounding communities
Mr. Thakkar also provided an overview of the general fund reserves, which are projected to
be at 52% of the 2026 budget by the end of 2025, well above the 30-50% policy
requirement.
Trustee Grossi asked about the average tax levy over the past five years. Mr. Thakkar
responded that the levy had decreased from approximately $22 million in 2022 to $18.2
million currently, with three years of 0% increases and two years of negative changes.
There were no further questions or public comments. The Mayor closed the public hearing
on the proposed tax levy at 8:05 p.m.
7.2. Proposed 2026 Budget for the Village of Mount Prospect for the fiscal year
beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December31, 2026. This public hearing,
called pursuant to proper legal notice having been published in the Daily Herald
on October 8, 2025, is for the purpose of presenting the 2026 Budget for the
Village of Mount Prospect for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026, and
ending December 31, 2026.
Mayor Hoefert opened the public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget at 8:05p.m. He
noted that notice of this hearing was published in the Daily Herald newspaper on October 8,
2025. Mr. Thakkar indicated that his previous presentation had covered both the tax levy
and budget, with no additional information to add.
There were no questions or comments from the Board or the public. The Mayor closed the
public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget at 8:06 pm.
OLD BUSINESS
8.1. Second Reading and Approval of AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING AN ANNUAL
BUDGET FOR THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 2026, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026, IN LIEU
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Motion by Bill Grossi, second by Vincent Dante to approve AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING AN
ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 2026, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026, IN LIEU OF PASSAGE
OF AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE:
Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen
Saccotelli
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Ordinance No. 6814
8.2. Second Reading and Approval of AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE LEVY
AND COLLECTION OF TAXES FOR THE CORPORATE AND MUNICIPAL
PURPOSES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2025, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2025.
Board Comments:
• Commended Village staff for their excellent financial management
• Expressed appreciation for the responsible budget that enables the Village to
increase public safety staffing without raising property taxes
• Highlighted the strong financial position of the Village
• Thanked the staff for increasing revenues in other areas to take pressure off
property taxes, acknowledging their efforts
Mayor Hoefert emphasized the strong local economy over the past 5-6 years, with
significant growth throughout the town, which has allowed the Village to avoid increasing
residential property taxes.
Public Comment:
Steve Polit
601 N. Wilshire Drive
• Spoke about the Village budget
Motion by Bill Grossi, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE LEVYAND COLLECTION OF TAXES FOR THE CORPORATE AND
MUNICIPAL PURPOSES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2025, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2025.
Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen
Saccotelli
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Ordinance No. 6815
8.3. Second Reading and Approval of AN ORDINANCE TO ABATE A PART OF THE
TAXES LEVIED FOR CORPORATE AND MUNICIPAL PURPOSES OF THE VILLAGE
OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY
1, 2025, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2025.
Motion by John Matuszak, second by Colleen Saccotelli to AN ORDINANCE TO ABATE A
PART OF THE TAXES LEVIED FOR CORPORATE AND MUNICIPAL PURPOSES OF THE
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY
1, 2025, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2025
Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Bill Grossi, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Colleen
Saccotelli
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion
Ordinance No. 6816
NEW BUSINESS
9.1. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH COOK COUNTY FOR THE
RECONSTRUCTION OF BUSSE ROAD FROM GOLF ROAD TO CENTRAL ROAD.
Public Works Director Sean Dorsey presented the resolution for the reconstruction of
Busse Road between Central Road and Golf Road, a 1.25-mile section of roadway owned
and maintained by Cook County. The project design includes:
• Athree-lane cross-section with a centerturn lane
• Sidewalk on the west side of the road
• An 8-foot wide shared -use path on the east side for bikers and joggers
• Streetlights on the west side
• New storm sewer system
The project will be funded with federal and state money, with Cook County as the lead
agency. Construction is expected to start next summer and be completed in summer 2027,
with two-way traffic maintained throughout construction. The Village will reimburse Cook
County for certain costs, including streetlights, a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon
(RRFB) system at the Lonnquist intersection, resurfacing a portion of Lonnquist, emergency
vehicle preemption equipment, and a new crosswalk on the east side of the Central and
Busse Road intersection.
The Village has received a $1,449,000 grant from the Illinois Transportation Enhancement
Project, which will cover approximately 80% of the cost of sidewalks, shared -use path,
traffic signals, and RRFB work, and about 50% of streetlight costs. The Village's total
responsibility amounts to approximately $408,748, about 2% of the total project costs.
Mr. Dorsey answered questions from the Board regarding the project, including
stormwater management, timeline, and maintenance responsibilities.
Public Comment:
Renee Stenco
Mount Prospect resident
• Suggested considering native plants for the green areas along the corridor
Commissioner Kevin Morrison
Mount Prospect resident
• Commented that he looks forward to the completion of the project, as it has been a
longtime coming.
No additional discussion.
Motion by Bill Grossi, second by Vincent Dante to approve the subject resolution:
Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima,Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen
Saccotelli
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Resolution No. 33-25
9.2. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENTS WITH THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR
THE RECONSTRUCTION OF SCHOENBECK ROAD FROM RAND ROAD TO CAMP
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Director of Public Works Sean Dorsey explained that Schoenbeck Road has deteriorated
significantly and requires more than resurfacing. The project includes grinding all existing
asphalt, replacing some sub -base, intermittent curb replacement, and adding sidewalk to
the west side. The cost increased to approximately $1.7 million, but the Village received
additional funding from the STP program, bringing the grant amount to about $1.4 million.
The project was bid and awarded through IDOT (Illinois Department of Transportation),
with PirTano Construction submitting the lowest bid of $1,778,509.65. Although PirTano
has not previously worked with the Village, they are pre -qualified by IDOTfor this type of
work. Two agreements are required: a joint funding agreement for construction, in which
IDOTwill pay invoices first and bill the Village later, and a local public agency engineering
services agreement, in which the Village will hire and paythe construction engineer and
then bill IDOT for its share.
In response to a question from the Board regarding ownership of the road, Mr. Dorsey
confirmed that the Village owns the road and will handle maintenance, with the primary
purpose of the agreements being to secure the funding.
Motion by Bill Grossi, second by Vincent Dante to approve the subject resolution:
Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen
Saccotelli
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Resolution No. 34-25
9.3. A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECTAND TUR VENTURES LLC FOR
OFF -SITE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS RELATED TO THE MOUNT PROSPECT
TECHNOLOGY CAMPUS
Director of Community and Economic Development Jason Shallcross presented the
resolution regarding the public improvements agreement with CloudHQ (Tour Ventures
LLC). The Village Board had approved a PUD amendment for CloudHQ at a special
meeting on October 28, and as part of that approval, the developer agreed to fund certain
off -site improvements. These include:
1. $1 million toward Algonquin Road improvements, which will be part of a larger
project for which the Village has already received over $2 million in CMAQ
(Congestion Mitigation &Air Quality) funding
2. $2 million toward the construction of a splash pad at the RecPlex
The Village will receive $2.2 million within 60 days after the full building permit for the first
data center building is issued and the developer secures financing. The remaining
$800,000 would be paid two years later, regardless of whether any future data center
buildings are constructed. Mr. Shallcross noted that the Village would work on an IGA with
the Mt. Prospect Park District regarding the splash pad construction.
Board Comments:
• Expressed support for the project, noting that it represents part of the
ongoing revitalization of South Mount Prospect.
• Expressed appreciation for the developer's commitment to building LEED-
certified facility, which reflects their commitment to energy efficiency and
sustainability.
In response to a question from the Board regarding the timing of financing, Director
Shallcross estimated it would be secured within 60-90 days. In response to a question from
a resident, it was confirmed the data center will use a closed -loop water system.
Mayor Hoefert noted this project provides a significant financial benefit to the Village that
will advantage the entire community once finished.
Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, second by Bill Grossi to approve the subject
resolution:
Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima. Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak,
Colleen Saccotelli
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Resolution No. 35-25
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
Multiple residents addressed the Board regarding concerns about Immigration and
Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the community. Speakers shared personal
experiences and observations of ICE agents detaining individuals in the Village, expressing
fear and concern about the impact on families, particularly on children. Many speakers
requested that the Board consider adopting an immigration enforcement policy similar to
those passed by neighboring municipalities that restrict the use of Village property by ICE.
Speakers emphasized the need for the Village to show compassion and support for
immigrant residents, noting that many are hardworking community members who
contribute to the local economy. Several speakers cited examples of other communities
that have passed ordinances or resolutions addressing this issue.
Afew residents spoke in favor of maintaining neutrality on immigration enforcement
matters, suggesting that taking an anti -federal government stand could have
repercussions for taxpayers.
Public Comment:
1. Rebecca Chmielewski
2. Dutch DeGroot
3. Rebecca C.
4. Ronak McFadden
5. Michelle Tormey
6. AndrewOlinski
7.
Sam Dixon
8.
SandraAlcantar
9.
Carole Martz
10.
Ayely Garcia
11.
Robin Jennings
12.
Brian Demski
13.
B-L Pelicore
14.
Beth Dukes
15.
Helen Werner
16.
Sue Stolzer
17.
Pete Long
18.
Linda Waycie
19.
Debbie Geavaras
20.
Karen Chamberlin
21.
Jen Carbone
22.
Carmen Melesio
23.
Fay Costa
24.
Jaimie Clark
25.
Rachel Leiner
26.
Mike Lorenzini
27.
Marta Valdez-Revord
28.
Jean Benson
29.
Renee Stanco
30.
Kevin Morrisson
Atthe conclusion of Citizens to be Heard, Mayor Hoefert stated that the Board would take
all comments under advisement.
No additional report.
VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT
ANY OTHER BUSINESS
No other business was brought forward.
ADJOURNMENT
With no additional business to conduct, Mayor Hoefert asked for a motion to adjourn.
Trustee Grossi seconded by Trustee Gens motioned to adjourn the meeting. By
unanimous voice vote, the November 18, 2025 Regular Meeting of the Village Board of
Trustees adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Karen M.Agoranos
Village Clerk