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Home My WebLink About3.1 Minutes - 06/02/2026 Village of Mount Prospect Regular MeetingoftheVillageBoard Tuesday,June2,2026 / 7:00PM CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hoefert called the Regular Meeting of the Village Board to order at 7:06 p.m. in the Board Room at Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson St. ROLL CALL Members present upon roll call by the Village Clerk: Mayor Paul Hoefert, Trustee Vincent Dante, Trustee Beth DiPrima, Trustee Bill Grossi, Trustee John Matuszak Absent: Trustee Terri Gens, Trustee Colleen Saccotelli Mayor Hoefert announced that a quorum was present. 2.1. Pledge of Allegiance - Trustee Beth DiPrima APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3.1. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Village Board - May 19, 2026 Motion by Vincent Dante, second by John Matuszak to approve the minutes of the regular Village Board meeting of May 19, 2026: Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak Absent: Terri Gens, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed MAYORS REPORT 4.1. Mayor's Comment Mayor Hoefert invited veteran and resident Dutch DeGroot to the podium to speak to the recent Memorial Day observances. He expressed gratitude to the Village for its support of the Memorial Day activities, including the ruck march, and recognized the contributions of the Police Department, Fire Department, Public Works, the Park District, the Moose Lodge, VFW 1337, and American Legion 525. Mayor Hoefert noted that Trustees Saccotelli and Gens were absent and had requested that agenda item 8.1 be tabled so they could participate in that discussion. MotionbyVincentDante,secondby Bill Grossitodeferitem8.1to a futureBoardmeeting: Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak Absent: Terri Gens, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed 4.2. PROCLAMATION: Celebrating 100 Years of Tradition at Mt. Prospect Golf Club Mayor Hoefert read a proclamation declaring 2026 as a celebration marking 100 Years of Tradition at the Mount Prospect Golf Club, which has served the community since opening in 1926. The proclamation recognized the club's role in providing accessible recreation, fostering community bonds, and offering youth and adult programs over its century of operation. Jim Jarog, Executive Director of the Mt. Prospect Park District, along with other Park District and Golf Club representatives, accepted the proclamation and expressed appreciation on behalf of the Golf Club. 4.3. PROCLAMATION: In Recognition of LGBTQ+ Pride Month - June 2026 Mayor Hoefert read a proclamation declaring June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the Village of Mount Prospect. The proclamation affirmed the Village's commitment to equality, inclusion, and the dignity of all persons, and denounced discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, consistent with the Village's strategic plan. Resident Carole Delahunty addressed the Board, thanking them for the proclamation and inquiring about additional steps the Village might take in support of the LGBTQ+ community given the current federal climate. Mayor Hoefert acknowledged that the Board was still in discussions. 4.4. APPOINTMENT: Appointment of Trustee William Grossi to serve as Mayor Pro- Tem for the term beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. Motion by John Matuszak, second by Vincent Dante, to approve the appointment of Trustee William Grossi as Mayor Pro Tem for the term beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027: Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak Absent: Terri Gens, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed REAPPOINTMENT TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS - Firefighters' Pension 4.5. Board | Amit Thakkar for term to expire June 2029, Special Events Commission | Chris Gordon for term to expire July 2030; Christina Greco for term to expire July 2030. Mayor Hoefert presented the following reappointments for ratification: Firefighters' Pension Board: Amit Thakkar, term to expire June 2029 Special Events Commission: Chris Gordon, term to expire July 2030 Special Events Commission: Cristina Greco, term to expire July 2030 Motion by Bill Grossi, second by Vincent Dante to ratify the reappointments to Boards and Commissions: Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak Absent: Terri Gens, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Dutch DeGroot Resident Addressed the Board regarding the compensation of the Mayor and Trustees. He commended the Board for their public service and noted that neighboring municipalities compensate their elected officials at higher levels; he requested that the matter of Mayor and Trustee compensation be placed on a future meeting agenda for formal discussion and community evaluation. CONSENT AGENDA Prior to the vote, Trustee Grossi recused himself from items 6.3 and 6.4, noting his current position on the Lions Club Executive Board. Trustee Dante noted that he had previously stepped down from the Lions Club Executive Board to avoid conflicts and, therefore, considered himself eligible to vote on all items. Motion by Vincent Dante, second by Beth DiPrima to approve the consent agenda: Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Paul Hoefert Absent: Terri Gens, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed 6.1. List of Bills - May 13, 2026 to May 26, 2026 - $4,561,140.87 6.2. Year-to-Date Financial Report — April 2026 6.3. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANT OF LICENSE WITH THE MOUNT PROSPECT LIONS CLUB TO CONDUCT WEEKLY CAR SHOWS ABSTAIN: Bill Grossi Resolution No. 10-26 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF GRANT OF LICENSE WITH THE MOUNT 6.4. PROSPECT LIONS CLUB TO CONDUCT THE FARMERS MARKET ABSTAIN: Bill Grossi Resolution No. 11-26 6.5. Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 9, "PUBLIC UTILITIES, PAVEMENT AND TREE REGULATIONS" OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT OrdinanceNo.6851 6.6. Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE TO OPERATE A MASSAGE THERAPY ESTABLISHMENT AT THE PROPERTY 1052 CENTER DRIVE, MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS (PZ-02-26) OrdinanceNo.6852 6.7. A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF O'HARE IL INDUSTRIAL, LLC'S APPLICATION FOR A RENEWAL OF A COOK COUNTY CLASS 6B TAX INCENTIVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 W. ALGONQUIN ROAD Resolution No. 12-26 OLD BUSINESS 7.1. WITHDRAWN FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION PZ-03-25 / 1040 W Northwest Highway / CU: Daycare Center / Village Board Final (PURSUANT TO REMAND FROM THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, BOARD OF TRUSTEES) - No action will be taken by the Village Board. Mayor Hoefert announced that item 7.1 had been withdrawn from the agenda. No public comment was taken, and no action was taken by the Village Board on this item. NEW BUSINESS 8.1. 1st reading of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 11, "MERCHANTS, BUSINESSES AND OCCUPATIONS" OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS This item was tabled to a future Board meeting date to allow all trustees the opportunity to participate in the discussion. 8.2. A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF ARTPIX HOLDINGS, LLC'S APPLICATION FOR A COOK COUNTY CLASS 6B TAX INCENTIVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 851 FEEHANVILLE ROAD Director of Community and Economic Development Jason Shallcross presented the resolution. The subject property at 851 Feehanville Road has been vacant for approximately 18 months, making it eligible for the Cook County Tax Classification Incentive Program. The 6B incentive is a 12-year program that reduces the assessed valuation from 25% to 10% for the first 10 years, increasing to 15% in year 11 and 20% in year 12 before expiration or renewal. The applicant, ArtPix Holdings, LLC, creates commemorative mementos and employs approximately 25 full-time employees. Staff expressed support for the request, and the petitioner was present to answer questions. There were no questions from the Village Board. Motion by Vincent Dante, second by Bill Grossi to approve the Resolution in Support of ArtPix Holdings, LLC's Application for a Cook County Class 6B Tax Incentive for the property located at 851 Feehanville Road. Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak Absent: Terri Gens, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Resolution No. 13-26 VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT 9.1. Motion to accept the proposal fromCharles Equipment of Des Plaines, Illinois for the purchase and installation of one new replacement Cummins diesel- powered, emergency stand-by generator for Fire Station 13 for an amount not to exceed $192,390. Director of Public Works Sean Dorsey presented the item. The existing emergency generator at Fire Station 13, a 450-kilowatt Cummins diesel unit installed approximately five years ago during the station's rehabilitation, suffered a catastrophic engine failure during a routine load bank test on April 7, 2026. Inspection revealed severe heat-related degradation to one of the six pistons, resulting in a breach of the engine block and rendering the unit irreparable. A leased emergency generator was secured the same day and has been in service since. Staff noted that all maintenance records confirmed the generator had been in good condition prior to the failure, with the most recent oil analysis in November 2025 showing adequate results. Staff recommended replacing the entire generator set—rather than the engine alone—because the condition of the generator component cannot be assessed until the engine is operational. A like-for-like Cummins replacement was recommended to allow reuse of the existing proprietary transfer equipment at the station, avoiding an estimated additional $50,000–$60,000 in transfer equipment replacement costs. The proposal was sourced through the Sourcewell Joint Purchasing contract. Two certified distributors were solicited; Charles Equipment of Des Plaines, Illinois submitted the lower cost. A 10% contingency is included in the not-to-exceed amount of $192,390. The Village's insurance carrier, the Intergovernmental Risk Management Association (IRMA), has confirmed coverage of the full replacement cost, subject to the Village's $50,000 deductible. In response to a Board question, it was confirmed that a load bank test would be performed at installation and again at the one-year warranty inspection. Trustee Grossi also inquired about the rationale for choosing diesel over natural gas; Director Dorsey explained that the Village's diesel infrastructure, including a 12,000-gallon tank at Public Works, and inconsistent natural gas supply capacity for large generators across the Village made diesel the more reliable and consistent option. Trustee DiPrima raised a general concern about the practice of including contingency amounts in project approvals, noting that she would prefer contingency spending be brought back separately for Board approval rather than pre-authorized. Public Comment: Mae DiBenedetto Resident o Inquired whether EPA emission standards or scrubbers applied to the new unit. Director Dorsey confirmed the replacement generator is subject to current Tier 4 EPA diesel emission standards. Bill Grimpe Resident o Suggested that salvageable parts from the failed unit be assessed for use as replacement parts on other Village generators, which Director Dorsey confirmed staff would evaluate prior to disposal. Motion by John Matuszak, second by Vincent Dante to approve the purchase and installation of one new replacement Cummins diesel-powered emergency standby generator for Fire Station 13 from Charles Equipment of DesPlaines, Illinois, for an amount not to exceed $192,390. Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak Absent: Terri Gens, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed 9.2. As submitted No additional items were presented under the Village Manager's Report. ANY OTHER BUSINESS Trustee Grossi announced that the first Farmers Market of the season would be held Sunday in the West Lot, open from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. He noted that the parking lot would remain closed until approximately 8:00 AM to allow vendors to set up safely. Trustee Matuszak noted that the next Village Board meeting would be held at the Burning Bush Community Center. He requested that the new fire truck be available for public viewing at that meeting if possible. Fire Chief Tom Wang confirmed that the truck was currently at Public Works undergoing undercoating and that staff was still completing training, but the department would make every effort to have it available either at the Burning Bush meeting or at a later Board meeting. ADJOURNMENT With no additional business to conduct, Mayor Hoefert asked for a motion to adjourn. Trustee Matuszak, seconded by Trustee Dante, motioned to adjourn the meeting. By unanimous voice vote, the June 2, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Village Board of Trustees adjourned at 7:55 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Karen M. Agoranos Village Clerk