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07-16-2026 Regular Board Meeting, 7:00 PM
Published: Jul 16, 2026
Pleasantdale Residents Demand Action on Persistent Flooding Issues
Residents of the Pleasantdale subdivision and surrounding areas, specifically on 101st Street, voiced strong concerns about ongoing water issues and flooding. They highlighted blocked drainage, beavers in culverts, and water flow from annexed warehouses contributing to the problem. Residents reported water entering homes through dryer vents and basements, and detention ponds overflowing. They referenced DuPage Countywide storm water ordinances and urged the village to address these persistent flooding issues, noting that signs prohibiting semi-trucks on 101st Street were already in place despite the agenda item. Several residents expressed frustration with the lack of action and compensation.
Prologes Scholarships Awarded to Four Local Students
During the meeting, four students were recognized as recipients of the Prologes Scholarships. James, Elizabeth (Ellie) Tran, Kristen Bowers (represented by her mother), and Andrew Schmid were honored. James plans to study political science and psychology on a pre-law track at Illinois Wesleyan. Ellie Tran will major in bioengineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, aiming for pharmaceuticals. Kristen Bowers will attend COOD to become an ultrasound technician specializing in maternal fetal medicine. Andrew Schmid will attend Benedictine University and hopes to coach children in team sports. The scholarship program involves an intergovernmental group including the library, park district, fire district, village, and school district, highlighting community collaboration.
Green Valley Shell Gas Station Rezoning Approved by Village Board
The Village Board considered a map amendment and special use permit for the Green Valley Shell gas station located at 7501 Route 53. The gas station, currently zoned R1 (residential), was operating as a legal non-conforming use since annexation. The request was to rezone the property to B3 (commercial) to allow for a gas station as a permitted use, aligning with the village's comprehensive plan for enhancing existing commercial areas. The property owner has made recent improvements including updated signage, repaved parking, and new gas canopies. The Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval. Concerns regarding the property's address and its accuracy were addressed, with staff confirming the established legal address and proper notification procedures.
Village Board Approves Multiple Ordinances and Resolutions for Operations and Services
The Village Board approved several resolutions and ordinances related to village operations and services. Key approvals included Ordinance 2026-50 (amended rules for the Board of Police Commissioners), Resolution 2026-06 awarding a bid for water system leak detection services to ADS for LLC, Ordinance 2026-52 (removing a liquor license due to closure), and Resolution 2026-83 (authorizing execution of an intergovernmental agreement with DUMEG for the police department). The board also approved contracts for construction inspection services for drainage improvements and industrial/warehouse developments, and for IT infrastructure including Cisco WebEx calling and Dell laptops, as well as a VMware server cluster warranty and Cisco Duo multi-factor authentication renewal. Resolution 2026-82 was approved, waiving competitive bidding for the purchase of three Fiser snowplows.
North Creek Drive Residents Voice Concerns Over Severe Flooding and Sewer Backup
Residents of North Creek Drive expressed significant concerns about flooding and sewer backup experienced during a July 4th storm. Residents reported 18 inches of water on the street and sewer backups in multiple homes. They questioned the functionality of the lift station, particularly given its recent installation. Flooding also occurred in backyards, originating from higher ground on Meninwall Drive. Residents cited a 2020 Facebook post mentioning allotted funds for capital improvements to address these issues and asked about the village's next steps. The village attorney indicated that staff would prepare a report to address these questions at a future meeting.
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