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Village Board approves zoning and budget items

LombardFeb 20, 20262 min read

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The Village Board approved a package of consent agenda items, including updated zoning and building code changes, two water and sewer supply purchases totaling up to about $160,097, and a new village manager employment agreement effective June 19, 2026.

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Residents will see several administrative and planning changes move forward at once. The board approved new zoning map paperwork, building code updates for fences and sprinkler rules, and zoning changes affecting pet shops, an indoor soccer training facility, and single-family fencing and air-conditioning setbacks. It also approved two water and sewer supply contracts and accepted the village’s 2026-2029 strategic plan, which will guide operations and priorities.

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Approved the February 5, 2026 minutes.
Approved the 2026 Official Zoning Map; no property zoning changes were made.
Passed first-reading building code amendments that would set fence construction standards, raise fence permit fees, revise renewal fees, and update residential sprinkler requirements.
Passed second-reading zoning approval for a learning center at 68 Eisenhower Lane North, described as an indoor soccer training facility.
Passed second-reading zoning text amendments distinguishing pet shops with and without live dog sales.
Passed second-reading zoning text amendments on fence materials and side-yard setbacks for new central air-conditioning systems.
Adopted a Village Manager Employment Agreement with Nicole Aranas effective June 19, 2026.
Authorized NIMEC to broker electricity provider bids and allow the lowest-cost provider contract to be approved.
Approved the Village of Lombard 2026-2029 Strategic Plan.
Approved two water and sewer supply contracts: up to $78,895.03 and up to $81,201.55.
Acknowledged receipt of the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission 2025 Annual Report.

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Feb 20, 2026, 12:00 AMVillage Hall Board Roomcompleted

Agenda

Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Hearings
Public Participation
Approval of Minutes
Committee Reports
Community Promotion & Tourism - Trustee Patrick Egan, Chairperson
Community Relations Committee - Trustee Jessica Hammersmith, Chairperson
Economic/Community Development Committee - Trustee Brian LaVaque, Chairperson
Finance & Administration Committee, Trustee Dan Militello, Chairperson
Public Safety & Transportation Committee - Trustee Bernie Dudek, Chairperson
Public Works & Environmental Concerns Committee - Trustee Bob Bachner, Chairperson
Lombard Historic Preservation Commission - Village Clerk Ranya Elkhatib
Village Manager/Village Board/Village Clerk Comments
Consent Agenda
Payroll/Accounts Payable
Approval of Accounts Payable For the period ending February 6, 2026 in the amount of $2,574,497.98.
Approval of Village Payroll For the period ending January 25, 2026 in the amount of $1,040,793.89.
Approval of Accounts Payable For the period ending February 13, 2026 in the amount of $1,527,005.10.
Ordinances on First Reading (Waiver of First Requested)
Adoption of Official Zoning Map - 2026 An ordinance approving a Village of Lombard Zoning Map pursuant to State Statutes. This maps does not change the zoning of any properties within the Village's Corporate limits, and is only a graphic depiction of past Zoning actions by the Village Board. (DISTRICTS - ALL)
Other Ordinances on First Reading
Text Amendments to Title 15, Chapter 150 (Building Code) of the Village of Lombard Ordinances Staff is proposing amendments to Title 15, Chapter 150 of the Building Code. The amendments include establishing fence construction standards to require a minimum post hole depth, increasing the fence permit fee, revising the permit renewal fee, and amending sprinkler requirements in residential properties. (DISTRICTS - ALL)
Ordinances on Second Reading
PC 26-03: 68 Eisenhower Lane North - Learning Center (Athletic Training Facility) The Plan Commission transmits for your consideration its recommendation regarding the above-referenced petition. The petitioner requests the Village grant a conditional use, pursuant to Section 155.420(C)(17) of the Zoning Ordinance, to allow for a Learning Center (indoor soccer training facility) within the I Limited Industrial District. (DISTRICT #3)
PC 26-01: Text Amendment to Chapter 155 - Pet Shops with Dogs and Without Dogs The Plan Commission transmits for your consideration its recommendation regarding the above-referenced petition. The petitioner, the Village of Lombard, is requesting approval of a text amendment to Chapter 155 of the Village Code (Zoning Code) to (i) define and distinguish pet shops that do not offer live dogs for sale or transfer from pet shops that do offer live dogs for sale or transfer, and (ii) revise the applicable Business District use regulations to classify pet shops without dog sales as permitted uses and pet shops with dog sales as conditional uses in the zoning districts where pet shops are currently allowed. (DISTRICTS - ALL)
PC 26-02: Text Amendments to Chapter 155 - Fence Materials and AC Setbacks for Single-family Residential Properties The Plan Commission transmits for your consideration its recommendation regarding the above-referenced petition. The petitioner, the Village of Lombard, is requesting text amendments to Village Code Chapter 155, Zoning Code, and any other relevant sections for clarity and consistency. Proposed amendments include the following: 1. Amend Section 155.205 of the Village Code, Fences, wall, and hedges, to incorporate regulations for fencing materials. 2. Amend Section 155.212 of the Village Code, Permitted obstructions in required yards, to reduce the side yard setback for new central air-conditioning systems. (DISTRICT ALL)
Resolutions
Village Manager Employment Agreement Resolution approving an Employment Agreement with Nicole Aranas effective June 19, 2026.
Resolution Authorizing Northern Illinois Municipal Electric Cooperative (NIMEC) to Serve as Broker for the Village for Electricity Providers Resolution authorizing the Northern Illinois Municipal Electric Cooperative (NIMEC) to serve as the broker for the Village in regard to obtaining bids from electricity providers and authorizing the Village Manager or Director of Finance to approve a contract with the lowest cost electricity provider.
Other Matters
Village of Lombard Strategic Plan Motion approving the Village of Lombard 2026-2029 Strategic Plan identifying shared vision, priorities, initiative and operational strategies to guide Village operations.
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Water & Sewer Systems Supplies Bid - Water Product Company Award of a contract to Water Product Company of Aurora, Illinois, the lowest responsible bidder of six (6) bids received, in the amount not to exceed $78,895.03. This is for the one-time purchase of water and sewer supplies, Categories III and X.
Water & Sewer System Supplies Bid - Mid American Water, Inc. Award of a contract to Mid American Water of Wauconda, Illinois, the lowest responsible bidder of six (6) bids received, in the amount not to exceed $81,201.55. This is for the one-time purchase of water and sewer supplies, Categories I, IV, V, VI.
Historic Preservation Commission - 2025 Annual Report Request from the Lombard Historic Preservation Commission that the Village Board acknowledge receipt of the LHPC 2025 Annual Report.
Items for Separate Action
Ordinances on First Reading (Waiver of First Requested)
Other Ordinances on First Reading
Ordinances on Second Reading
Resolutions
Other Matters
Agenda Items for Discussion
Executive Session
Reconvene
Adjournment
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Approval of the Consent Agenda

Village Board approves zoning and budget items

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