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US 45 Shared Use Path Project Moves Forward with Funding and Engineering Agreement
The Village Board authorized the expenditure of funds and approved a professional engineering services agreement for the US 45 Shared Use Path Project. The project involves constructing a 10-foot-wide path on the west side of LaGrange Road from LaPorte Road to Birch Avenue, with an estimated construction cost of $1.5 million. Federal SDP funding through IDOT has been secured, with the village's net cost for construction phase three being $84,000. Christopher B. Burke Engineering LTD was selected for construction-related services. [cite: 606-620, 624-655]
PUD Amendment Approved for Action Behavior Centers Therapy Playground
The Village Board approved ordinance 2026-0-026, granting approval for an amendment to the corporate corridors of Molkina Phase 2 Planned Unit Development, specifically reducing parking spaces to allow for an outdoor playground area at Action Behavior Centers Therapy, located at 19150 South 88th Avenue. The amendment ensures adequate parking remains and incorporates safety features. [cite: 448-476]
Community Development Updates: Comprehensive Plan Success, Holiday Events, and Public Art Installation
The Village Board acknowledged the successful completion of the comprehensive plan open house, which received significant community attendance and feedback. Plans were also advanced for upcoming July 4th celebrations, including a parade and fireworks, and the installation of an eagle carving at Pioneer Cemetery was highlighted as a new community feature. [cite: 660-709, 711-828]
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Amended to Correct Expenditure Errors
The Village Board approved an amendment to the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget to correct an error in an Excel formula that had omitted expenditures from the contractual services and general funds. The amendment adjusts the budget to reflect the accurate amount of $435,440, an increase of $343,500 from the previously recorded $91,940. [cite: 448-450]
Village Approves Year-End Interfund Transfers for Capital Projects and Infrastructure
The Village Board approved year-end interfund transfers for fiscal year 2026. This includes a $4 million transfer from the general fund to the capital projects municipal facilities fund for future improvements, and a $650,000 transfer from the capital fund to the general infrastructure to plant expansion fund for future wastewater treatment plant improvements. [cite: 444-448, 447]
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