East Central Reporter

Village of Montgomery Board of Trustees met April 14.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

I. President Brolley called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.

II. Roll Call

Trustee Matt Bauman Yea Trustee Steve Jungermann Yea Trustee Ben Brzoska Absent Trustee Doug Marecek Absent (*) Trustee Dan Gier Yea Trustee Theresa Sperling Yea Village Clerk Debbie Buchanan Yea * Trustee Marecek arrived at 7:11 p.m.

Also present: Administrator Jeff Zoephel, Assistant Village Administrator Meghan Ostreko, Village Attorney Brandy Quance, Engineer Chris Ott, Director of Community Development Sonya Abt, Director of Public Works Mark Wolf, Director of Finance Jennifer Milewski, Chief of Police Phil Smith, Manager Kristina Nemetz, Manager Patrick Burke, and guests.

III. Public Participation

A. Presentation of the Colors – Cub Scout Pack #331 – Cub Pack 331 presented the colors and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

B. 2025 Arbor Day Proclamation – Rosie Boeing presented the Arbor Day activities that will take place. President Brolley read the Arbor Day proclamation, which Trustee Jungermann motioned to approve, seconded by Trustee Sperling. Motion carried 4-0. Newly certified arborist Aaron Miller was present to receive the proclamation.

C. CASA Kane & Kendall Joint Presentation – Manager Nemetz introduced the work of CASA of Kane and Kendall Counties and other agencies that work closely to aid abused children. Trustee Marecek arrived at 7:11 p.m. President Brolley read the proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month, which Trustee Sperling moved to approve, seconded by Trustee Marecek. The motion carried 5-0. Several representatives from local organizations spoke about the work they do and essential support they provide.

D. “We are Montgomery” Video 3 - Manager Nemetz reviewed that Police Social Worker Erica Lopez handled over 100 cases in the past year and is a positive force in the community. She then played the video that features Erica and is available on the Village’s YouTube channel.

E. Public Comment – Edgar Barens of Hartway Court said he is opposed to constructing the youth facility in his neighborhood due to its size and would rather see homes built there. President Brolley noted that this item is not on the agenda this evening. He explained the petitioner plans to submit a proposal under R-1 zoning which will go back to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

IV. Consent Agenda

A. Minutes of the March 24, 2025, Village Board Meeting

B. Accounts Payable Summary Report through March 24th, 2025, in the Amount of $1,630,755.08

C. Water Production Report for March 2025

D. Community Development Report for March 2025

E. Ordinance 2124 Approving a First Amendment to the Economic Incentive Agreement By and Between the Village of Montgomery, Illinois and Orchard & Jericho, LLC (Gas N Wash) (Second Reading)

Trustee Sperling moved to approve Items A-E of the Consent Agenda, seconded by Trustee Bauman.

5 Yea. 0 No. Motion carried. Trustee Sperling, Trustee Bauman, Trustee Jungermann, Trustee Marecek and Trustee Gier voting yea.

V. Items for Separate Action

A. Ordinance 2122 Adopting the Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets for Fiscal Year 2026 (Second Reading)

Trustee Gier asked why hanging baskets were being discontinued in the downtown this coming fiscal year, since the bridge flower planter program generates revenue to pay for them. He suggested possibly keeping them on River Street at least to beautify the downtown. Administrator Zoephel said they could look into that. Trustee Jungermann said he will contact Schaefer’s and work on that.

Trustee Sperling moved to approve Ordinance 2122 Adopting the Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets for Fiscal Year 2026 (Second Reading), seconded by Trustee Bauman.

5 Yea. 0 No. Motion carried. Trustee Sperling, Trustee Bauman, Trustee Jungermann, Trustee Marecek and Trustee Gier voting yea.

B. Ordinance 2123 Authorizing the Municipal Grocery Occupation Tax (Second Reading)

Director Milewski said the State repealed its 1% sales tax on groceries but allows municipalities to pass this same tax locally in order to maintain the status quo. In Montgomery it amounts to roughly 1/3 of the General Fund and is paid by anyone who buys groceries in Montgomery.

Trustee Marecek moved to approve Ordinance 2123 Authorizing the Municipal Grocery Occupation Tax (Second Reading), seconded by Trustee Gier.

5 Yea. 0 No. Motion carried. Trustee Marecek, Trustee Gier, Trustee Sperling, Trustee Bauman and Trustee Jungermann voting yea.

C. 2025 Watermain Improvement Project – Contract C Construction Engineering PSA (Saugatuck Road Area)

Director Wolf explained this is for Construction Engineering for Contract C of the Watermain Project that was approved at the last Board Meeting.

Trustee Gier moved to approve 2025 Watermain Improvement Project – Contract C Construction Engineering PSA (Saugatuck Road Area), seconded by Trustee Marecek.

5 Yea. 0 No. Motion carried. Trustee Gier, Trustee Sperling, Trustee Bauman, Trustee Jungermann and Trustee Marecek voting yea.

D. 2025 Watermain Improvement Project – Contract D Construction Engineering PSA (Marnel Road Area)

This is for Contract D of the Watermain Improvement Project.

5 Yea. 0 No. Motion carried. Trustee Gier, Trustee Sperling, Trustee Bauman, Trustee Jungermann and Trustee Marecek voting yea.

E. Recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission on PZC 2025-004, Special Use and Variances (Pet Place)

Monday, April 14, 2025 7:00 p.m.

Director Abt reviewed a proposal from Pet Place which has taken over the Wooforia building and wants to expand the dog run area and make a few changes that require a Special Use and variance. The owners of Pet Place were present and explained their plans to fence in two grassy areas to create two new play yards for dogs that will be used only in the daytime. Dogs are monitored at all times while outdoors, and the maximum number they believe they can safely house would be 20 at one time.

Trustee Marecek moved to approve Recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission on PZC 2025- 004, Special Use and Variances (Pet Place), seconded by Trustee Gier.

5 Yea. 0 No. Motion carried. Trustee Marecek, Trustee Gier, Trustee Sperling. Trustee Bauman and Trustee Jungermann voting yea.

F. Ordinance 2128 approving Special Use Amendment and Variances – Pet Place (1st Reading) Trustees agreed this will be on the consent agenda at the next meeting unless any questions come up.

G. Ordinance 2129 Approving an Economic Incentive Agreement by and Between the Village of Montgomery and JBC Development, Inc. (MBC Unit 3 – Knell Rd) (Waiver of 1st Reading)

Director Abt said this would formalize an agreement with the owners of the Montgomery Business Center for the development of Unit 3, including construction of Knell Road. The Fire District supports the extension of the road because it will provide better access between areas. Trustee Jungermann said he will vote yes but thinks it is a waste of TIF funds. Trustee Gier said it will help the Fire Department and Public Works access areas if Knell Road is closed for any reason. Director Abt clarified that TIF funds are paying for extraordinary costs to go over the creek or wetlands that inhibited development in the first place. Certain trees and shrubs are TIF eligible if they are required to enhance the wetlands.

Trustee Marecek moved to approve Ordinance 2129 Approving an Economic Incentive Agreement by and Between the Village of Montgomery and JBC Development, Inc. (MBC Unit 3 – Knell Rd) (Waiver of 1st Reading), seconded by Trustee Gier.

4 Yea. 1 No. Motion carried. Trustee Marecek, Trustee Gier, Trustee Sperling and Trustee Bauman voting yea. Trustee Jungermann voting no.

H. Contract Extension with Cox Landscaping, LLC for Village Wide Landscape Maintenance Services (Waiver of Bid)

Director Wolf said that a contract with Cox had previously been approved, with two one-year extensions possible. Staff is requesting approval of this first contract extension. Trustee Jungermann asked why costs are higher some years and Director Wolf said mulching takes place in alternating years and is offset with burning in native basins in off years. Trustee Jungermann asked about edging before mulching; Director Wolf was aware of a recent issue because their edging machine is broken and they will take care of it.

Trustee Gier moved to approve a Contract Extension with Cox Landscaping, LLC for Village Wide Landscape Maintenance Services (Waiver of Bid), seconded by Trustee Marecek.

5 Yea. 0 No. Motion carried. Trustee Gier, Trustee Sperling, Trustee Bauman, Trustee Jungermann and Trustee Marecek voting yea.

I. Supplemental Contract with Builders Paving, LLC in an Amount of $245,000.00 for the 2025 Infrastructure Road Program

Engineer Ott explained that the contract awarded on March 10th to Builders Paving was significantly under budget, so staff looked at adding additional paving options in the area. They are requesting to add paving of Gordon Road to Dickson Road, which will still be under the budgeted amount for this year. Trustee Gier asked if this is a collector road, wouldn’t it usually be paid by grants? Engineer Ott said it doesn’t make sense to wait until the next grant opportunity is available. Trustee Jungermann suggested using any extra funds to plant trees.

Trustee Gier moved to approve Supplemental Contract with Builders Paving, LLC in an Amount of $245,000.00 for the 2025 Infrastructure Road Program, seconded by Trustee Marecek.

5 Yea. 0 No. Motion carried. Trustee Gier, Trustee Sperling, Trustee Bauman, Trustee Jungermann and Trustee Marecek voting yea.

VI. Items for Discussion

A. Liquor License Request – Apex Nails (1258 Ogden Ave.)

Director Abt said the applicants are building out the nail salon in the same strip center as McAllisters and would like a Class N liquor license. The owners were present and said they would like to offer wine and champagne with a limit of one drink per customer. There were no objections to moving forward with the application.

VII. New or Unfinished Business

VIII. Future Meeting Schedule

A. Historic Preservation Committee - Monday, April 21, 2025

B. Committee of the Whole - Tuesday, April 22, 2025 - (To be Cancelled)

C. Intergovernmental Committee Meeting - Monday, April 28, 2025

D. Village Board Meeting - Monday, April 28, 2025

IX. Executive Session

X. Adjournment: 8:31 p.m.

Trustee Jungermann moved to adjourn the Board Meeting, seconded by Trustee Gier.

5 Yea. 0 No. Motion carried. Trustee Jungermann, Trustee Marecek, Trustee Gier, Trustee Sperling and Trustee Bauman voting yea.

https://www.montgomeryil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04142025-740