WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — The West Chicago City Council will hold its next regular meeting on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 475 Main Street. Residents are encouraged to attend and participate, especially during the public participation segment early in the meeting.
The agenda includes a variety of action items, presentations, and discussions that touch on zoning, infrastructure, community programming, and municipal code amendments.
Key Highlights from the Agenda
1. Presentation: General Fund
City staff will give a presentation regarding the city’s General Fund, likely outlining budget allocations, current financial health, and long-term planning initiatives.
2. Approval of Minutes & Disbursement Report
Council will review and potentially approve the minutes from the September 2 meeting and vote on the Corporate Disbursement Report totaling $1,141,614.71.
3. Consent Agenda: Development, Infrastructure, and Public Affairs
Several ordinances and resolutions will be considered under the consent agenda:
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Zoning & Development:
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A proposed amendment to a Special Use Permit for outdoor storage at 800 W. Washington Street.
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A future land use map amendment.
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Zoning variances for 1820 W. Roosevelt Road.
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A special use permit for an indoor sports facility at 348 Charles Court.
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Changes to zoning code affecting indoor sports facilities.
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Infrastructure:
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A resolution to reject all bids for the Water Treatment Plant Filter #11 Rehabilitation Project.
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A contract with MG Mechanical Contracting, LLC for rooftop unit replacement at the water treatment plant for up to $318,000.
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Public Affairs:
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Approval of the West Chicago Fire Protection District’s Open House, scheduled for Saturday, September 27, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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A proposed ordinance to revise the section of the city code that governs the Cultural Arts Commission.
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4. Items Sent to Committee
A Downtown Investment Program Grant Agreement with Jose Oscar Muñoz for a project at 116 Main Street is headed to committee for further review.
5. Unfinished Business
A previously introduced ordinance (No. 25-O-0029) regarding a new Municipal Grocery Retailers’ Occupation Tax and Municipal Grocery Service Occupation Tax for West Chicago will return for further discussion.
6. New Business
Two important administrative matters will be addressed:
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Discussion and potential action regarding the position of Elected City Clerk.
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Possible confirmation of Commission Appointments.
7. Executive Session
The Council may enter into a closed session to discuss:
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Pending or potential litigation.
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Personnel matters.
Public Participation Encouraged
Residents are invited to speak during the public comment portion of the meeting, though remarks must be limited to three minutes per person. The Council does not engage in dialogue during this segment, but all feedback is recorded and valued.
The full meeting packet is available for download on the city’s website: View Agenda & Packet PDF, or View on the West Chicago Voice
Stay tuned to the West Chicago Voice for post-meeting coverage and key takeaways.
