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Board approves grants and code updates

LombardMar 6, 20262 min read

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The Village Board approved a slate of consent agenda items, including $19,000 for the Lombard Brew Fest, multiple other local tourism grants, traffic code parking restrictions on Lincoln and Elizabeth, and updated waste collection and building code rules.

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Residents will see several village decisions move forward at once. The board approved tourism grants for community events, including $19,000 for the Lombard Brew Fest, plus funding for other 2026 events and a new Explore Historic Lombard app. It also approved changes to parking rules on two streets, updated waste and recycling fee language to match rates taking effect April 1, 2026, and made building code changes affecting fences and sprinkler requirements. The board also advanced contracts for stormwater, water main, and lead service design work, and approved the police agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police.

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Approved the minutes of the February 19, 2026 regular meeting.
Approved parking restrictions on Elizabeth from Wilson to Harding and on Lincoln from Wilson to Harding.
Extended the start-construction deadline for Carriers of Light School at 1920 S. Highland Avenue until March 21, 2027.
Declared listed Fire Department and Community Development Department equipment surplus.
Updated the Village Code to reflect solid waste and recycling collection and disposal rates effective April 1, 2026.
Declared a 2007 John Deere Gator UTV surplus and approved purchase of a police UTV for $29,000, with a possible grant reduction of up to $10,000.
Approved building code amendments on fence standards, permit fees, and sprinkler requirements.
Approved design services for Terrace View Pond and Route 53 Pump Station outfall improvements for up to $214,535.89.
Approved design services for underground utility improvements in District 450 for up to $1,095,000.
Approved a contract for Battalion Chief Ford F-150 responder upfit equipment for $17,410.75.
Approved multiple 2026 local tourism grants, including $7,500 for the Lilac Princess Program, $10,000 for the Lombard Cycling Classic, $4,118 for the Food Truck Social, $2,500 for the 250 America Art Installation, $5,000 for the Explore Historic Lombard app, $15,500 for Spooktacular, $5,000 for Candy Cane Lane Holiday Market, and $19,000 for Lombard Brew Fest.
Approved an agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police for January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028.
Approved a legal services agreement with the Law Offices of Michelle Moore for ordinance/traffic and DUI prosecutions.
Rescheduled the April 2, 2026 Village Board meeting to April 9 and the April 16 meeting to April 23.

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Mar 6, 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 20, 2026 in the amount of $474,884.98.
Approval of Village Payroll For the period ending February 21, 2026 in the amount of $1,044,540.93.
Approval of Accounts Payable For the period ending February 27, 2026 in the amount of $881,874.19.
Ordinances on First Reading (Waiver of First Requested)
Amendments to Lombard Traffic Code - Parking Restrictions on Lincoln and Elizabeth Recommendation of the Public Safety & Transportation Committee to approve an Ordinance amending the Lombard Traffic Code prohibiting parking at all times on Elizabeth from Wilson to Harding and on Lincoln from Wilson to Harding. (DISTRICT #6)
PC 24-04: Carriers of Light School, 1920 S. Highland Avenue - Time Extension Request Staff is seeking approval on an ordinance extending the time period to start construction of the proposed project for an additional twelve-month period (i.e., until March 21, 2027). Staff requests a waiver of first reading of the ordinance. (DISTRICT #3)
Village Equipment to be Declared Surplus Ordinance approving the request of departments to sell and/or dispose of surplus equipment as more specifically detailed in Exhibit "A" attached to the ordinance, as these items have extended beyond their useful life or are obsolete as follows: Fire Department: fifteen (15) Motorola APX 7000 XE portable radios; six (6) six-bank charging stations; three (3) lapel microphones; three antennas in package; forty-seven (47) batteries and one (1) portable radio; Community Development Department: two (2) Oak book shelves; one (1) Metal drafting table with blue counter; one (1) Metal beige book shelf; one (1) Metal beige horizontal filling cabinet; one (1) Metal beige plan organizer; one (1) Vertical gray 5 drawer filing cabinet; one (1) Metal beige two drawer filing cabinet; one (1) Metal beige undermount file/drawer organizer; one (1) Metal gray wall cabinet; one (1) InFocus 55” touch TV with rolling stand; one (1) UpStar 32” monitor with wall bracket; one (1) Metal beige rolling book cart, Brand: Bretford; one (1) Inflatable movie screen with equipment and speakers;
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An Ordinance Amending Title IX, Chapter 92, Section 92.17 of the Lombard Village Code in regard to Waste Collection and Disposal Approving an Ordinance updating the Village Code to reflect the solid waste and recycling collection and disposal rates that become effective April 1, 2026. (DISTRICTS - ALL)
Village Equipment to be Declared Surplus - Police Department John Deere Utility Task Vehicle Ordinance declaring a 2007 John Deere Gator UTV as surplus to be sold at auction and approval of the purchase of a police UTV from Valor Carts, LLC in the amount of $29,000. The cost may be reduced by up to $10,000 based on a possible grant award.
Other Ordinances on First Reading
Ordinances on Second 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)
Resolutions
Terrace View Pond and Route 53 Pump Station Outfall Improvements - Design Engineering Services Approving a contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL) in the amount not to exceed $214,535.89 for the design services for the design of stormwater maintenance and functional improvements to Terrace View Pond and Route 53 Pump Station outfalls. (DISTRICT #1)
Underground Utility Improvements, District 450 Design Services Approving a contract with Baxter & Woodman Consulting Engineers in an amount not to exceed $1,095,000.00. This contract is for the design services for the replacement of watermain and lead services within District 450. (DISTRICTS #4 & #5)
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Other Matters
Upfit Equipment for Battalion Chief Ford F-150 Responder Request for a waiver of bids and award of a contract to Fleet Safety and Supply Company of Naperville, Illinois in the amount of $17,410.75. The equipment list was sent to three (3) local vendors for a quote, Fleet Safety and Supply Company provided the lowest quote. Fleet Safety Supply Company has been a valued vendor of the Village of Lombard. They are a factory authorized distributor of all the equipment that is standard throughout our emergency fleet allowing for a single vendor to coordinate and source the upfit equipment.
Local Tourism Grant Application 2026 - Lilac Princess Program Recommendation from the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee to approve a grant request from the Lombard Junior Women's Club in the amount of $7,500 from Hotel/Motel funds to cover the cost of scholarships awarded to Lilac Court Members. The program begins in March and runs through June 24, 2026. (DISTRICTS - ALL)
Local Tourism Grant Application 2026 - Lombard Cycling Classic Recommendation from the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee to approve a grant request from the Prairie State Cycling Series LLC (PSCS) in the amount of $10,000 plus village services from Hotel/Motel funds for expenses related to the fees associated with the event. The event is scheduled to take place on July 21, 2026. (DISTRICT #1)
Local Tourism Grant Application 2026 - Food Truck Social Recommendation from the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee to approve a grant request from the Lombard Historical Society in the amount of $4,118 from Hotel/Motel funds to cover the cost of live entertainment for the event. The event is scheduled to take place on September 5, 2026. (DISTRICT #1)
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Local Tourism Grant Application 2026 - 250 America Art Installation at Lilacia Park Recommendation from the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee to approve a grant request from the Lombard Historical Society in the amount of $2,500 from Hotel/Motel funds to support signage and marketing costs. The event is scheduled to take place June through August 2026. (DISTRICT #1)
Local Tourism Grant Application 2026 - Explore Historic Lombard App Recommendation from the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee to approve a grant request from the Lombard Historical Society in the amount of $5,000 to cover the cost of the development and launch of a new mobile app and the addition of early community content. The launch of the app is estimated to be completed within 4 months in time for Lilac Time.
Local Tourism Grant Application 2026 - Spooktacular Recommendation from the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee to approve a grant request from the Lombard Area Chamber of Commerce in the amount of $15,500 including village services from Hotel/Motel funds to cover the cost of village services (Public Works, Police, Fire) and inflatable entertainment. The event is scheduled to take place on October 18, 2026. (DISTRICT #1)
Local Tourism Grant Application 2026 - Candy Cane Lane Holiday Market Recommendation from the Community Promotion & Tourism Committee to approve a grant request from the Lombard Area Chamber of Commerce in the amount of $5,000 including village services from Hotel/Motel funds to cover the cost of village services that involve blocking off South Park Avenue between St. Charles Road and Michael McGuire Drive as well as expenses related to advertising and event signage.The event will take place on December 5, 2026. (DISTRICT #1)
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Agreement Between Fraternal Order of Police and the Village of Lombard Request for approval of an Agreement between the Fraternal Order of Police and the Village of Lombard effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028.
Dell Computers and Monitors Request for a waiver of bids and award of a contract to Dell in the amount of $60,895.88 for the purchase of Dell computers and monitors.
Approval of a Legal Services Agreement for Ordinance/Traffic Prosecutions and DUI Prosecutions Recommendation to approve a Legal Services Agreement between the Village of Lombard and the Law Offices of Michelle Moore for ordinance/traffic and DUI prosecutions.
Regular Village Board Meeting Dates - April 2026 Approval of the Village Board meeting schedule for April 2026 rescheduling the April 2nd meeting to April 9th and rescheduling the April 16th meeting to April 23rd.
Items for Separate Action
Ordinances on First Reading (Waiver of First Requested)
Other Ordinances on First Reading
Ordinances on Second Reading
Resolutions
Other Matters
Local Tourism Grant Application 2026 - Lombard Brew Fest Review of a Local Tourism Grant application from the Lombard Junior Women's Club and Community Promotion & Tourism Committee recommendation in regards to the 2026 Lombard Brew Fest. The event will take place on July 18, 2026.
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Agenda Items for Discussion
Executive Session
Reconvene
Adjournment
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Approval of the Consent Agenda

Board approves grants and code updates

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