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MEETING AND PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES: The Historical Commission will meet in person.
Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in
the meeting should contact Management Analyst Ian Splitt at least 48 hours in advance of the
meeting at (708) 447-2700 ext. 267. Public comments are welcome on any topic related to the
business of the Public Body at Regular and Special Meetings during the portion of the meeting
devoted to a particular agenda item, or during the period designated for public comment for non-
agenda items. Individuals who wish to comment must be recognized by the Historical Commission
Chairperson and then speak at the podium, beginning by identifying themselves.
VILLAGE OF RIVERSIDE
HISTORICAL COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
Monday, February 16, 2026
Room 4, Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road, Riverside, IL 60546
6:30 p.m.
Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of the January 26, 2026 Minutes
IV. Approval of January Financial Report
V. Chairperson’s Report
(This is an opportunity for the Chairperson to report on matters of interest or concern to
the Commission.)
A. Sesquicentennial Closing Ceremony is Friday, February 20, 5:30 – 7:30, at the
Library. RSVP to msiska@riverside.il.us.
B. Inquiry from Jane Puckett about a ceramic sculpture, labeled “Riverside Statuary”.
Found no information.
VI. Commissioner Reports
(This is an opportunity for Commissioners to update the public and the members of the
Commission regarding items of interest or concern to the Historical Commission.)
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A. Exhibits: Commissioner Guardi’s report. Town Hall and Library Exhibit.
B. Merchandise: Commissioner Julian’s report. Inquired at Higgins Glass.
C. Accessions: Commissioner Furey’s report. Photos for Past Perfect.
D. Online Presence: Commissioners Schroeder report on Village Facebook monthly
posting.
E. Public Presentations: Commissioner Petrzilka’s report.
F. Structure Files: Commissioner Kuzma’s report.
VII. Accessions
(This is an opportunity for Commissioners to comment on and review items donated to
the Museum. Items are accessioned into the Museum collection as voted on by
Commissioners.)
A. Cast iron bell from Babson Estate. Contacted Donor, Joan Andersen, for
provenance information.
B. WWII era letters from Mr. Kirby, while serving abroad, to his wife, a Riverside
teacher. Donor: Jacci Andersen.
VIII. Continuing Business
(This agenda item includes discussion and/or action on matters previously presented to
the Commission.)
A. Local History files digitizing report
B. Human remains from Bloomingbank Road
C. Structure File posting on Village website. Privacy concerns. Matt is adding
function.
D. Women’s History Month Poster Contest 2026. February 27 school pick-up.
March 3rd judging. Connie’s report
E. Strategic Plan for Museum.
F. Kit Wilberg, Communications and Events, to take photos at Museum.
IX. Public Comment.
X. New Business
(This agenda item includes discussion and/or action on matters not previously presented
to the Commission.
A. Harrington Park cobblestone curb landmark questions by the Preservation
Commission/Anne Cyran. Original location? Reproduction?
Adjournment
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