Mike Constant, Trustee | Village of Hinckley Website
Mike Constant, Trustee | Village of Hinckley Website
Village of Hinckley Committee of the Whole met June 9.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
CALL BOARD MEETING TO ORDER: Meeting was called to order by Village President Quirk at 7:52 pm. Roll call was taken showing the following:
Present: Sarah Quirk, Brian Siwicki, Russ Kula, Steve Gayhart, Jamie Whitlock, and Eddie Cullins. Quorum Established.
Absent: Aylssa Prickett
Also Present: Attorney Lundgren, Village Clerk Joan Bennett, Treasurer Dave Maroo, Brandon Kramer (EEI), Todd Tatum (TEST, Inc.) and Members of the Public.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
GENERAL BUSINESS
Approval: Committee of the Whole meeting minutes from May 19th, 2025
Trustee Kula moved to approve the minutes from May 19th, 2025, and Trustee Gayhart seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Cullins-Aye, Siwicki-Aye, Kula-Aye, Gayhart-Aye, and Whitlock-Aye. Motion carried.
PRESENTATION
• Shared General Energy Solar Project – Arnie Schramel
Attorney Lundgren will look at the contract and have comments ready for the next board meeting.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
For Discussion: Update Village Hinckley Solar Project – Well & Wastewater Treatment Plant The community solar program would benefit people that can’t put panels on their house, or have heavy tree cover, etc. The contract would be for 20 years. Attorney Lundgren will review by 6.23.25 meeting.
For Discussion: Lake County Grading Royal Estates Bond Reduction/Public Improvements Brandon Kramer (EEI) needs to review accuracy of submitted information. Kramer will clear up any confusion on the item list and also confirm responsibility for installation of fencing. This discussion will be at the next regular board meeting.
For Discussion: Code Enforcement Officer Proposal
President Quirk brought up the following options:
▪ Non-police, previous officer.
▪ Dedicated hours from a current police officer.
▪ Or do nothing at this time.
There is interest by trustees to proceed with the re-creation of the Code Enforcement Officer position. President Quirk has offered to continue looking into hours, expectations. The President would be in favor in separating the position from the police department to decrease any tension an officer may receive. This will be brought back to the 6.23.25 Committee of the Whole Meeting.
ATTORNEY’S REPORT
No report.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
For Discussion: Lead Service Line Replacement Program – Proposed Service Agreement Brandon Kramer (EEI) states that the LSLR Program is tentatively on the schedule for the fall. The replacement lines would be in copper, which should not require any testing after installation. Further discussion is scheduled for the next Regular Board Meeting on 6.23.25.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Personnel
No report.
Public Safety
No report.
Streets & Alleys
No report.
Buildings, Grounds & Parks
President Quirk noted that Summer Programs are up and going. Stephanie is doing well.
Water & Sewer
No report.
Finance & Economic Development
For Discussion: 1% Sales Tax
Attorney Lundgren will have the 1% Grocery Tax draft ordinance prepared for the next Regular Board Meeting on 6.23.25.
For Discussion: Appropriations
Treasurer Maroo has spoken with most of the staff regarding appropriations for the coming fiscal year and discussions will continue at the Committee of the Whole on 6.23.25. These discussions are in preparation for the Regular Board Meeting at the first meeting in July.
OPEN DISCUSSION
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Trustee Quirk moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:47 PM, Trustee Gayhart motioned for adjournment and Trustee Siwicki seconded the motion. Voice vote: All in favor. Motion carried. The next Committee of the Whole Meeting is scheduled for June 23rd, 2025, immediately following the Regular Board Meeting.
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