GOOD EVENING. OKAY, I'VE GOT A FEW TONIGHT. THE FIRST ONE WE HAVE IS WE ARE RECOGNIZING FENWIC HIGH SCHOOL FOR THEIR IHSA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP THAT THEY WON LAST YEAR. SO I'M GOING TO READ A PROCLAMATION. VILLAGE OF ELMWOOD PARK PROCLAMATION HONORING FENWIC FOOTBALL TEAM IHSA STATE CHAMPIONS 2025. Whereas the village of Elmwood Park takes great pride in recognizing outstanding achievements that bring honor, distinction, and spirit to our community, and whereas Fenwick High School is a regional school and an integral part of our local educational fabric, with many Elmwood Park residents attending the school, and whereas Fenwick High School has established a tradition of excellence in athletics, particularly through its football program, which has consistently demonstrated skill, determination, and sportsmanship, And whereas the Fenwick Friars football team captured the IHSA Class 6A state championship, further cementing its place among the elite football programs in the state of Illinois. And whereas the Fenwick Friars have won multiple IHSA football state championships, including Class 5A in 2021 and Class 7A in 2023, and have reached the state semifinals and quarterfinals on numerous occasions, reflecting sustained excellence and competitiveness. And whereas during the 2025 season, the Fenwick Friars entered the championship game as the underdog and rose to the occasion by defeating the East St. Louis Flyers with a final score of 38-28 on December 2nd, showcasing resilience, teamwork, and determination. And whereas under the leadership of head coach Matt Battaglia, who now has two IHSA state championships as head of the program, the Friars compiled an impressive season record of 11 wins and three losses, and achieved a number four ranking in the state. And whereas the accomplishments of the Fenwick Friars football team serve as an inspiration to students, athletes, and residents throughout the village of Elmwood Park, now therefore be it proclaimed this fifth day of January, 2026, that the village of Elmwood Park does hereby honor and congratulate the Fenwick High School football team, its coaches, players, and supporters for winning the IHSA Class 6A state championship and for the continued commitment to excellence, sportsmanship, and pride. So we have, before I present this to them, our police chief, Fenwick Graduate, our building, Andy Hock, our building commissioner, Jeff Shea, Fenwick Graduate, our chief of our auxiliary department, our captain, Jim Monahan, Graduate, our chairman of our police and fire commission, Nick Pecora, FENWIC GRADUATE, AS WELL AS MY TWO DAUGHTERS AND TRUSTEE LOLINO'S THREE CHILDREN. MY THREE SONS. AND HIS THREE SONS. MY TWO DAUGHTERS. AND HIS TWO DAUGHTERS. OUR MONEY WENT TO FENWIC. FIRE UP! SO IT'S QUITE A CONNECTION THAT WE HAVE WITH FENWIC HIGH SCHOOL, AND WE REALLY WANT TO CONGRATULATE THEM. WHAT AN EXCITING SEASON. THE SEMIFINAL WAS INCREDIBLE. And then when I saw it going in East St. Louis, and I was a state rep, and I was familiar with East St. Louis down there. And those players, they play all over the country because no one wants to play them down there. And for what you guys did, my goodness, that was absolutely remarkable. So, again, thank you and congratulations. Thank you. Okay, one other item under recognition. Next one we have, we're going to be recognizing the 2025 holiday house decoration winners. As usual, there was a lot of stiff competition. We had a great time going around picking out the winners. So if you are here, if the families are here, if you would come forward. Our Southside winners, the, I'm sorry, Southside 2007 76th Avenue, the Schultz residence. and 2335 75th Avenue, the Miller residence. I know the Millers are sick, so they are not able to come. North side, 2649 73rd Court, the Crust residence, and 7843 Elm Grove, the Pranzo residence. If anybody else is here, if you guys could come up. WHICH FAMILIES ARE YOU GUYS? SHELTS AND PRENZO. SHELTS AND PRENZO. SHELTS AND PRENZO. OKAY, PERFECT. I'm gonna invite Chief Andy Hack to come up. He's gonna say a few words about our new police officer, Officer Nicholas Feeney, and then you can give him the oath of office. This ain't working, is it? Okay, very good. The Elmer Park Police Department is proud to welcome its newest member, Officer Nicholas Feeney, a local native of Forest Park in Norwich. Officer Feeney attended St. Celestine School and later earned a degree of a criminal justice administration from Triton College. Since 2022, he has served with the Rosemount Auxiliary Police Department. Following his graduation from the Cook County Sheriff's Police Academy in December 2025, where he achieved 100% score in firearms. I think our village attorney might have wanted him to miss one for legality. And at 93% academic average, he joins our department ready to serve the residents of Elmwood Park. We congratulate him on his achievements and welcome him to the force. Village president going to swear REPORTS? NOTHING THIS EVENING FOR ME, SIR. OKAY. NO REPORT, PRESIDENT SAVIANO. MR. PRESIDENT, JUST A COUPLE QUICK NOTES. FIRST IS THE LYDON TOWNSHIP CHARITABLE FOUNDATION WILD GAME DINNER IS COMING UP TWO WEEKS FROM THIS EVENING. TICKETS ARE SELLING OUT FAST, SO PLEASE CONTACT THE NUMBERS AT THE TOWNSHIP IF YOU WISH TO PURCHASE TICKETS OR SPONSOR. AND SECONDLY, A PRESS RELEASE WILL BE HITTING THE STREETS THIS WEEK THAT THE GRAND CHAMBER BY O'HARE was awarded a grant from the Illinois Department of Economic Commerce that will help infuse funds into our local business districts right into the hands of our local business owners. So please watch for that information coming this week. That's all. Thank you. Thank you, Mr. President. Happy New Year, everyone. Just some updates from our school district. School resumes tomorrow, and they'll be busy. There's a lot of things going on. Tomorrow night, John Mills is sponsoring a spirit night at Chick-fil-A in Melrose Park. So if we have a hankering for a chicken sandwich or something, go visit Chick-fil-A. Look for news January 29th. There's a family literacy night district-wide, so that should be interesting and fun for all. I just want to thank Officer Pierre Maté. FROM OUR POLICE DEPARTMENT. I ATTENDED THE DARE GRADUATION, AND THE THINGS HE DOES FOR OUR KIDS, AND THOSE ARE OUR KIDS BECAUSE THEY HAVE TO LIVE IN ELMWOOD PARK, OBVIOUSLY, IS FANTASTIC. HE TEACHES THEM TO MAKE GREAT CHOICES. HE TEACHES THEM THE CONSEQUENCES OF DRUG USE, AND THEY LIKE HIM. SO IT'S REALLY A GOOD THING. SO THAT'S ALL I HAVE. THANK YOU. NO REPORT, MR. PRESIDENT. MR. PRESIDENT, I'D JUST LIKE TO REPORT TONIGHT THAT THE FINANCE COMMITTEE MET THIS EVENING AT 5.30 PM. REVIEWED THE BILLS AND VOUCHERS FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER 2025 AND UNANIMOUSLY RECOMMENDED SAME FOR APPROVAL TONIGHT. AND I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO WELCOME OFFICER FINNEY ABOARD. NO REPORT. JUST WANT TO WISH EVERYBODY A HAPPY AND HEALTHY 2026. MR. DURKIN? YES, I HAVE TWO ITEMS. I'D ASK FIRST THAT ONE OF THE TRUSTEES REMOVE FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA ITEM A WE WILL HAVE TO MAKE AN AMENDMENT TO THOSE BOARD MINUTES, AND WE WILL APPROVE THAT MOTION TONIGHT FOLLOWING THE CONSENT AGENDA. SECONDLY, I WANT TO REMIND EVERYBODY WE HAVE A SPECIAL MEETING WITH ONE AGENDA ITEM IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE RECESS OR ADJOURNMENT OF THIS MEETING. THAT'S ALL. AND HAPPY NEW YEAR, EVERYBODY. YOU CAN WAIT TILL WE DO THE REGULAR AGENDA. Okay, Mr. Volpe. Okay, Mr. President, the board will consider a master agreement with Express Solutions to provide a program that allows customers to pay their water bills online. The solution will replace the green pay option that we currently offer. Express bill pay system is integrated with the village's software system Springbrook, and as such, customers will have automated access to greater information when paying their bills online. The board will be asked to ratify my acceptance of a proposal from Big Timber to install new artificial turf on the four bocce courts inside the CRC. The total cost was $24,800, and that includes the cost of adjusting the turf on an annual basis. This service includes the leveling of the base as needed with the amount of activity and the court's periodic leveling is required. Board will consider an agreement to purchase a striker power cot system. This system is required for the new front line ambulance that has been ordered. The system makes the loading and unloading of patients safer for the patient as well as for the crew. A battery operated lifting and loading mechanism is mounted on the ambulance and the cot. Total cost is $73,579.52. The village will get a trading credit of $4,500. for the equipment that is on the current ambulance. The village was also awarded a grant from the ICRMT in the amount of $15,000 for the purchase of this system. Working with Wright Harima Architects, we have continued to refine our conceptual plans for the new village hall at 7315 West Grand Avenue. We have made progress as it relates to the interior demolition. The board will be asked to ratify my acceptance of a proposal from Terracon to perform both interior and exterior soil borings at the site and then test the soil to determine various things, including water content, compressive strength, and density. The exact test cannot be defined until completion of their field work. The lump sum fee is $13,700, and we expect to have results within six weeks. The Board will consider an intergovernmental agreement with METRA to partner on the development of a Kiss and Ride facility at Grand Avenue and 75th. The village owns the parcel and will make it available at no cost for the construction of a kiss and ride facility. Metro shall provide $225,000 to assist in the cost of the project. The village is responsible for maintaining and operating the site as a kiss and ride for a period of 20 years. The board will consider a proposal from Christopher Burke Engineering to complete additional lead service line inventory work as required by the IEPA to comply with the new federal lead and copper rule improvements. The proposal addresses various new requirements, continues the data collection effort, and GSI... GIS web portal and provides for grant reporting assistance. Additionally, we have allocated $20,000 toward HydroVac potholding of approximately 50 services, which is a new requirement for unknown service locations. This is funded by a grant, and the village will utilize a portion of these grant funds to cover the cost associated with distributing required materials to residents. Total cost is $44,250. Board will consider proposal from ESPN Chicago to continue our marketing program throughout 2026. This includes the endorsements and appearances of Carmen DeFalco, as well as the local sponsorship of Hardwood Hookie at the Circle Tavern yet again this year. ESPN added a daily sponsorship of the Brunch Rush, and the total cost for the 2026 campaign is $139,191. And lastly, the board will consider an amendment for the redevelopment agreement for 7528 West North Avenue. Under this amendment, the village will convey the property to the developer at a closing on January 16, 2026. The purchase price is $550,000. Developers shall continue to have the obligation to build a Greek restaurant at this location. If the restaurant is open for business by November 30, 2026, the village will reimburse the developer $1.5 million. If the restaurant is not open by that date, the village has no obligation to pay any reimbursement or incentive to the developer. Thank you, Mr. Volpe. Well, as you can see, we've got a busy 2026 coming up, a new restaurant, us moving our Village Hall into the former bank building on 73rd and Grand Avenue. We were able to buy those parking lots, and the Wertz family who owned the bank building donated to the Village. So what we're looking at is being in there hopefully by the end of this year, and then we will... knock this building down and provide parking for the circle. We're in dire need of parking, especially when our bocce courts are going full blast, and our pool is open, and now we have Pompei Bakery. So that should solve our parking woes in the circle, and we'll have a brand new village hall. You have to understand, I go to these mayor's meetings, and they're all talking about building new village halls, and the cheapest one I've heard of that they're building is $40 million, and we're going to get a brand new village hall probably for $5 or $6 million. So it was a win-win for everybody here, and I think you're going to like the fact that we've got a presence on Grand Avenue. It's a great building. It's built like a fort, and we just have to do some minor renovations in there and put an elevator in there to comply with ADA, and I think you'll be very satisfied with our new building. So happy 2026, and like Trustee Lolino said, hopefully it's a healthy and happy one. Thank you. OKAY, MOVING ON. I'D LIKE TO MAKE A MOTION, MR. PRESIDENT, TO REMOVE ITEM A FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND MOVE IT TO NEW BUSINESS. I'LL SECOND. ALL IN FAVOR SAY AYE. AYE. OPPOSED? THE AYES HAVE IT. OTHER ITEMS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA ARE TO RECEIVE AND FILE MINUTES OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2025. RECEIVE AND FILE MINUTES OF THE TRAFFIC AND SAFETY COMMISSION MEETING HELD OCTOBER 21, 2025. A MOTION TO APPROVE PAYMENT OF THE BILLS AND VOUCHERS FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER 2025 IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,369,615.55. VARIOUS LICENSE APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED, RECEIVED AND PROCESSED BY THE VILLAGE CLERK'S OFFICE. WE HAVE AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROPOSAL FROM STRIKER SALES LLC FOR THE PURCHASE OF AMBULANCE EQUIPMENT. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE AND EXECUTION OF A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES CONTRACT WITH CHRISTOPHER B. BURKE ENGINEERING LIMITED for the Lead Water Service Line Material Inventory Assistance Project, an ordinance authorizing the execution of an agreement with Express Solutions, Inc. for online payment services, an ordinance ratifying the execution of a proposal from Big Timber Landscape Company for the replacement of artificial turf on the Village of Elmwood Park bocce ball course, a resolution authorizing the execution by the Village of Elmwood Park, Illinois, of an intergovernmental agreement for the Metra Elmwood Park Station Kiss and Ride Facility Project, An ordinance ratifying the execution of an agreement with Terracon Consultants Inc. for geotechnical engineering services for the property located at 7315 West Grand. An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of a proposal from ESPN Chicago 1000 for marketing and advertising. And a resolution approving execution of the sixth amendment to the redevelopment agreement between 7528 West North Avenue, LLC and the Village of Elmwood Park. I'll make a motion. Second, Mr. President. ANY DISCUSSION? SEEING NONE, MADAM CLERK, PLEASE CALL THE ROLL. TRUSTEE ESTRADAVOLPE? YES. TRUSTEE ZAVAJNEVIC? YES. TRUSTEE CONTI? YES. TRUSTEE SARGENT? YES. TRUSTEE KAMINSKI? YES. TRUSTEE LOLINO? YES. PRESIDENT SAVIANO? YES. COMMUNICATIONS? WE HAVE A RAFFLE APPLICATION THAT WAS SUBMITTED BY THE LYDON TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY FOUNDATION. THIS IS FOR THE WILD GAME DINNER AT ELMCREST BANQUETS ON JANUARY 19, 2026. MOVE TO APPROVE. SECOND. ALL IN FAVOR SAY AYE. AYE. OPPOSED? NEW BUSINESS. NEW BUSINESS, WE HAVE APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE TRAFFIC AND SAFETY COMMISSION ON THE FOLLOWING TRAFFIC AND PARKING IMPROVEMENTS. INSTALL RESIDENT PARKING ONLY SIGNS ON THE 3100 BLOCK OF 76th COURT. INSTALL STOP SIGNS ON RIGHTWOOD AVENUE EAST AND WEST BOUND AT 74th AVENUE AND INSTALL A STOP SIGN ON ALTGELD AT 74th AVENUE. INSTALL A ROUND ABOUT AT THE INTERSECTION OF 76th COURT AND BARRY. and install speed bumps in the alley of the 2300 block between 74th Court and 75th Avenue. Move to approve, Mr. President. I'll second. All in favor, say aye. Aye. Opposed, the ayes have it. We also need a motion for the item that was removed from the consent agenda. We'll need a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting, the President and Board of Trustees held on December 1st, 2025. Then we will need a motion to amend. So if someone wants to make a motion to approve the minutes. I will make a motion to approve the minutes, Mr. President. All in favor say aye. Aye. Opposed, yikes, have it. I would ask for a motion to amend those minutes by adding on page five of those minutes under new business a reference to the fact that immediately before the last paragraph when the tax levy ordinance was adopted that we add language. THAT STATES THAT THE MEETING WAS RECONVENED AT THE CERTAIN TIME, AND NOTE THE CERTAIN TIME, AND THAT A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN, AND ALL OF THE MEMBERS WERE PRESENT. IF SOMEBODY COULD MOVE. MOTION TO AMEND IS DOCUMENTED, MR. PRESIDENT. SECOND. ALL IN FAVOR, SAY AYE. AYE. OPPOSED? YOU GUYS HAVE IT. THANK YOU. THANK YOU, MR. DURKIN. OKAY, WITH THAT, IS THERE ANY OTHER BUSINESS WE BROUGHT BEFORE YOUR BOARD TONIGHT? NOT UNDER THIS AGENDA. WE HAVE A SPECIAL MEETING NOW. YOU GOT IT RIGHT HERE. MOTION TO ADJOURN, MR. PRESIDENT. I'LL SECOND. ALL IN FAVOR SAY AYE. AYE. OPPOSED? MEETING'S ADJOURNED, AND WE WILL CALL THE SPECIAL MEETING TO ORDER.