Village of Hinckley Committee of the Whole met Oct. 27.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
CALL BOARD MEETING TO ORDER: Meeting was called to order by Village President Quirk at 7:53 pm. Roll call was taken showing the following:
Present: Sarah Quirk, Brian Siwicki, Alyssa Prickett, Russell Kula, Steve Gayhart, Jamie Whitlock and Eddie Cullins. Quorum Established.
Absent: None.
Also Present: Attorney Lundgren, Village Clerk Joan Bennett, Treasurer Dave Maroo, Police Chief Gettemy, Brandon Kramer (EEI), and Members of the Public.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
GENERAL BUSINESS
Approval: Committee of the Whole meeting minutes from October 14th, 2025 Trustee Gayhart moved to approve the minutes from October 14th, 2025, and Trustee Prickett seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Cullins-Aye, Siwicki-Aye, Prickett-Aye, Kula-Aye, Gayhart-Aye and Whitlock-Aye. Motion carried.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
For Discussion: Compeer Grant
President Quirk noted that the legacy of Trustee Mike Constant helped create the opportunity for the Compeer Grant award, and all would agree that it was a “worthy endeavor.” The grant is to be used to enhance rural vitality. Discussion was held on the best ways to promote this in our community.
For Discussion: Surplus Ordinance to sell 2016 Public Works Truck
President Quirk and Attorney Lundgren noted that the board needs to decide what the board would like to do with the 2016 Public Works Truck be it auction, service swap, scrap, sell, etc. Then the draft ordinance would be presented to the board for approval.
For Discussion: 435 Clark Variance
Bob Pritchard stated that the planning department had been contacted regarding a building project in a R1 property that would require a variance. President Quirk mentioned that there would be a process to go through this. Attorney Lundgren stated that there would have to be a hearing. Pritchard stated he would take this information back to the resident.
ATTORNEY’S REPORT
No report.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
No report.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Personnel
For Discussion: Employee Handbook Draft
Trustee Pricket presented a first rough draft of the updated Employee Handbook with inserts from two local municipalities used as examples. Pricket asked the board members to review the draft and respond to her their comments. The handbooks will continue to be adapted with Human Resources in preparation for final board presentation.
Public Safety
Trustee Cullins reiterated the recommendation of Lakeside Consultants with the proof of insurance, licensure, etc.
Streets & Alleys
No report.
Buildings, Grounds & Parks
No report.
Water & Sewer
No report.
Finance & Economic Development
Siwicki stated he will be attending 2025 Illinois Mainstreet Statewide Conference.
CLOSED SESSION (to the extent permitted by 5 ILCS 120/2a of the Illinois Open Meetings Act) pursuant to §5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5), (6). Discussion regarding (5) The purchase or lease of real property for the use of the public body, including meetings held for the purpose of discussing whether a particular parcel should be acquired. (6) The setting of a price for sale or lease of property owned by the public body.
Trustee Whitlock moved to go into Executive Session at 8:35 pm, Trustee Prickett seconded. Roll call vote: Siwicki-Aye, Prickett-Aye, Kula-Aye, Gayhart-Aye, Whitlock-Aye and Cullins-Aye. Motion carried.
Trustee Whitlock moved to reconvene the Committee of the Whole at 9:05 pm, Trustee Prickett seconded. Roll call vote: Prickett-Aye, Kula-Aye, Gayhart-Aye, Whitlock-Aye, Cullins-Aye and Siwicki Aye. Motion carried.
OPEN DISCUSSION
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
ADJOURNMENT
President Quirk asked to adjourn the meeting at 9:06 pm. Trustee Siwicki motioned to adjourn the meeting, Trustee Prickett seconded the motion. Voice vote: All in favor. Motion carried. The next Committee of the Whole Meeting is scheduled for November 10th, 2025, immediately following the Regular Board Meeting.
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