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Board of Trustees Meeting - Media
Published: Jul 13, 2026
Baxter and Woodman to Design Electrical Improvements for Well Number Three
The Village Board approved a professional services agreement with Baxter and Woodman for the engineering design of electrical improvements at well number three, near Village Hall, not to exceed $62,000. This project aims to modernize electrical systems to improve reliability, safety, and emergency operations. Construction is planned for the fiscal year 2027 capital budget.
Village and Police Union Ratify New Labor Agreement
The Village Board approved a labor agreement between the Village of Western Springs and the Metropolitan Alliance of Police (MAP 360) for the period of April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028. The agreement, ratified by both sides, includes wage increases of 3.5% annually, updates to health insurance and dental language, sick leave benefits, language regarding the Public Safety Employee Benefits Act, and the addition of the Juneteenth holiday. It also addresses the placement of lateral hires with prior experience.
Water and Sewer Rate Study to Address Fund Deficit and Update Fee Structure
A water and sewer rate study is underway, with a comprehensive report to be presented to the Village Board in August. This study addresses the village's water and sewer fund running in the red, a situation exacerbated by the fee structure remaining unchanged for approximately nine years. The study will analyze upcoming capital needs, operating costs, and establish an annual review cadence for the rate structure to ensure financial balance.
Village Approves FY26 Budget Amendments for Repairs and Upgrades
The Village Board approved several budget amendments for fiscal year 2026. These include an immediate HVAC repair at the Recreation Center, approved retroactively by Village Manager Bayer. Additional amendments for municipal services cover contract pricing, emergency repairs, final payment for the 53rd and Flag Creek water main project, and SCADA system upgrades. These amendments are a mid-year review to update or correct the budget as needed.
Janitorial Contract Increased to Cover Deep Cleaning Services
The Village Board approved a change order for the 2026 janitorial maintenance services contract with SW Cleaning Service, increasing the contract price from $92,544 to $94,644. This change order accounts for the extra costs incurred for a deep clean of all village buildings.
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