Promises Made - Promises Kept
Vote April 1, 2025

Mayoral Accomplishments

I feel that many accomplishments have been made in the past 16 years and I would like to thank our city council, city staff and city employees for their help and assistance in realizing many of these achievements. I would also like to thank our residents for their patience and assistance in helping us attain many of these accomplishments. The following is a list, year-to-year of what I feel are very positive improvements in the quality of life for all the residents in our city.

2009

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2010

  • Approved balanced budget with year end surplus for 2nd year in a row
  • Added 23 new businesses in 2010
  • Celebrated 50th anniversary with monthly events, including dinner-dance, first city picnic, etc.
  • Refurbished 4 blocks of Highland Ave., along with new water main and grind and overlay of street
  • Refurbished well 7
  • Sold $24 million of water and sewer bonds to build a new East Sewage Treatment Plant using Build America bonds saving the residents $2.1 million over the life of the bond
  • Started the process of electric aggregation to lower electric bills for our residents and small businesses
  • Hired our first lobbyist Brent Hassert to acquire grants to save our citizens money and make improvements throughout the city
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2011

  • Approved balanced budget with year end surplus for 3rd year in a row
  • Added 24 new businesses in 2011
  • Reconstructed Cedarwood Drive saving the city $500,000 with an 80/20 match from the Will County Governmental League
  • Reconstructed Lynwood and Lincoln Ave. with $300,000 grant from emergency repair program
  • Reconstructed Barthelone, Pleasant, Sycamore and Parkrose with MFT money
  • Completed crack filling on 10 miles of city's 59 miles of streets
  • Created our first city wide non-political and informative newsletter
  • Upgraded city website, added Nixel and e-alerts to better inform our residents of emergencies
  • Produced citywide calendar
  • Implemented quiet zones at 2 at-grade railroad crossings
  • Dedicated two new softball fields, concession stand and splash park in conjunction with Lockport Township Park District
  • Built new administrative building at East Sewage Treatment Plant
  • Added water main extension to East Plant
  • Secured $6 million low interest loan to line 80% of city's sanitary sewer system, with 25% forgiveness resulting in $1.5 million grant at an interest rate of 1.25% with the help of Brent Hassert
  • Successfully passed electric aggregation saving our residents 25% or averaging $183 per household per year through September 2013
  • Began working on sales tax referendum
  • Hired 1 additional police officer
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2012

  • Approved balanced budget with year end surplus for 4th year in a row
  • Added 35 new businesses in 2012
  • Hired Brent Cann as Street Superintendent with engineering degree allowing him to do in-house projects and save the city engineering costs
  • Successfully passed sales tax referendum
  • Celebrated annual City Picnic
  • Established voluntary landlord/lease agreement
  • Upgrade Burry Circle sewer system with $150,000 grant
  • Completed crack filling on 29 miles of city streets
  • Began the process to build a new Crest Hill library
  • Created 5 year plans for all Departments
  • Licensed all city businesses with a current directory
  • Constructed sidewalks from Willow Falls to El Guero for safety purposes
  • Hired 2 additional Police Officers
  • Began Phase II Engineering for Gaylord/Division road improvements
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2013

  • Approved balanced budget with year end surplus for 5th year in a row
  • Added 32 new businesses in 2013
  • Have been awarded $100,000 grant from Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for upgrading comprehensive plan and zoning book
  • Received an A rating from our auditors in regards to city finances
  • Opened Goglanian Bakery with 200 employees
  • Old Mobil gas station rebuilt and reopened in March 2013
  • El Guero Fresh Market grocery store opened on February 13, 2013
  • Celebrated annual City Picnic
  • Reconstructed Leness Lane with 36 inch storm sewer, new water main, new curb, and new road in the summer of 2013
  • Reconstructed Donmaur Drive with new storm sewer, new water main, new curb and new road in the summer of 2013
  • Opened Old Dominion trucking terminal adding 200 employees in the spring/summer of 2013
  • Opened Dayton Freight trucking terminal adding 200 employees in the spring/summer of 2013
  • Added traffic signals: Division, Enterprise and Buckner Pond Way in the spring/summer of 2013
  • Grand Opening Crest Hill Library
  • Lined Rt. 30 water main from Leness Lane to Fern Street
  • Hired City's first full time City Attorney Heather McGuire
  • Extended the contract of John Tomasoski as City Administrator
  • Extended the contract of Dwayne Wilkerson as Police Chief
  • Created the position of Public Works/City Engineer
  • Completed Well No. 12 construction and improvements
  • Refurbished Well House No. 9
  • Began replacement program of new street signs throughout the City
  • Appointed Community Development Director
  • Approved 5-year Allied Waste Contract
  • Completed MFT crack filling projects
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2014

  • Approved balanced budget with year end surplus for 6th year in a row
  • Issued property tax rebate checks to all property owners
  • Added 25 new businesses in 2014
  • Approved Safe Routes to School Agreement with LTPD and Richland School
  • Successfully negotiated and approved Police Union contract
  • Implemented 12-hour shifts for Police Officers
  • Grand Opening Anderson Funeral Home
  • Celebrated annual City Picnic
  • Implemented Garbage Toters and Recycle Toters per contract to every homeowner
  • Drilled Well No. 12
  • Successfully negotiated and approved Local 150 Union contract
  • Reconstruct Clement Street, Cowing Lane and Waverly Court with new water main, new curb and new road in Summer 2014
  • Adopted new Comprehensive Plan
  • Approved Buxton Contract for Economic Development
  • Hired 2 part time Community Service Officers
  • Repealed Fire Suppression System Ordinance No. 1514
  • Reconstruction of Theodore Street from Larkin Avenue to Pioneer Road
  • Approved Weber and Renwick landscape improvements
  • Approved Well No. 1 Project
  • Completed Elrose Court Cold Storage Facility
  • Reconstruct Eldorado with new water main, new storm sewer and new road
  • Installed new fences at Well No. 4 and Well No. 10
  • Completed MFT crack filling projects
  • Implemented City sidewalk replacement program
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2015

  • Approved balanced budget with year end surplus for 7th year in a row
  • Issued property tax rebate check to all property owners for the second consecutive year
  • Added 35 new businesses in 2015
  • Changed Longmeadow Drive to Randich Road
  • Hired one additional police officer
  • Celebrated annual City Picnic
  • Reconstructed Dearborn Street with new water main, storm sewer and new road in summer 2015
  • Reconstructed Rose Avenue between Dearborn and Center with new storm sewer
  • Approved Cloverleaf Cold Storage Building of 240,000 square feet
  • Hired Scott McMaster as Economic Development Director
  • Approved Ridgeline Spec Building of 436,000 square feet
  • Hired 2 new Public Works employees
  • Approved new Capital Replacement Program for vehicles, technology and radios
  • Completed MFT crack filling projects
  • Continued sidewalk replacement program

2016

  • Approved balanced budget with year end surplus for 8th year in a row
  • Issued Property tax rebate checks to all property owners for third consecutive year
  • Added 36 new businesses in 2016
  • Received GFOA award for Excellence in Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Practices
  • Reconfigured traffic signalization to new roadway
  • Celebrated annual City Picnic
  • Supported the elimination of city stickers
  • Reconstructed Durness Court with new storm sewers, curbs and new road
  • Honored Vic Pavlich for 43 years of service as Deputy Liquor Commissioner
  • Added new roads in Crest Hill Business Park-Churnovic Lane and Lidice Parkway
  • Constructed Police Impound Lot at Well No. 7 on Elrose Court
  • Major improvements and upgrades to Rt. 53 Viaduct
  • Rehabilitated and upgraded Well No. 1 on Oakland Ave.
  • Conducted Feasibility and Space Needs Analysis Study for new Public Works Facility
  • Began construction of O'Reilly's Auto Parts
  • Completed Kinder Morgan Gas Pipeline blanketing project on Caton Farm Road
  • Established Fund Balance Policy
  • Established Police Pension funding policy
  • Upgraded City Emergency Notification Alert System
  • Consideration of the creation of a TIF district
  • Approved facade improvement grant program
  • Approved Well No. 12 construction contract
  • Joined the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network
  • Approved Well Maintenance Agreements
  • Approved Water Tower Painting and Maintenance Agreements
  • Approved Jarper Properties 14-home subdivision
  • Completed MFT crack filling projects
  • Hired 3 additional Police Officers
  • Hired 1 additional Public Works employee
  • Appointed Interim City Administrator
  • Appointed Interim City Police Chief
  • Completed pavement removal and replacement on William Drive, Connie Drive, Ardaugh Avenue, and Cara Drive between Susanna Way and Manico Drive
  • Opened the Rowland Veterinary Clinic
  • Held the City's first Holiday Winter Fest at City Hall
  • Continued sidewalk replacement program

2017

  • Approved balanced budget with year-end surplus for 9th year in a row
  • Issued property tax rebate checks to all property owners for the fourth consecutive year
  • Added 33 new businesses in 2017
  • Received GFOA Award for Excellence in Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Practices for the second year in a row
  • Reconstructed Wilcox Street with new water main, storm sewer and new roadway in the Summer of 2017
  • Welcomed Amazon 436,000 sq. ft. sorting facility in the summer of 2017
  • Hired 2 additional Police Officers
  • Hired 1 new Public Works employee
  • Completed intersection improvements at Caton Farm Road and Weber Road which included new turning lanes, new traffic signals, and total reconstruction of Caton Farm Road from Perinar Drive to Durness Court to improve the safety and flow of traffic
  • Upgraded City Website
  • Received Environmental Project of the Year for Well No. 1 Oakland Avenue improvements
  • Painted and rehabilitated Route 53 viaduct and surrounding landscapes and Route 53 fence replacement
  • Recognized Senior Citizen Association on their 50th Anniversary
  • Welcomed O'Reilly's Auto Parts Store at 2480 Plainfield Road
  • Regulated the sale of dogs and cats and restricted puppy mill sales
  • Appointed Regina Cabay as Utility Billing Supervisor
  • Adopted Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Prevention Policy
  • Resurfaced Hoffman Street, Caton Crest Drive, Caton Crest Court, Jayce Court, and Eldorado roadways
  • Celebrated Annual City Picnic
  • Purchased new Public Works and Police vehicles as part of our Vehicle Replacement Plan
  • Honored Superintendent Mike Early on his retirement from Richland Grade School
  • Appointed Heather McGuire as City Administrator
  • Appointed Ed Clark as Police Chief
  • Issued proclamation for the 75th Anniversary of the Lidice Memorial
  • Hired receptionist/clerk for Public Works
  • Appointed Megan Fulara as Human Resource Director/Assistant City Administrator
  • Appointed Anthony Rossetti as Deputy Chief of Patrol
  • Approved Plainfield Road/Larkin Avenue TIF District
  • Approved Weber Road Corridor TIF District
  • Celebrated 2nd Annual Winter Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony
  • Painted Oakland Avenue Water Tower
  • Approved Elrose Court Well House No. 7 improvements

2018

  • Approved balanced budget with year-end surplus for 10th year in a row
  • Issued property tax rebate checks to all property owners for the fifth consecutive year
  • Added 51 new businesses in 2018
  • Received GFOA Award for Excellence in Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Practices for the third year in a row
  • Purchased 19 acres behind Crest Hill Library for future City Hall/Police Station
  • Completed intersection improvements at Gaylord Road and Division Street which included new turning radiuses and new traffic signalization to improve the safety and flow of traffic
  • Updated employee handbook
  • Celebrated the 30th Anniversary of the Crest Hill Veterans Memorial Garden
  • Adopted comprehensive zoning ordinance
  • Approved Electric Aggregation Agreement with McSquared for two years to save residents money on their electric bills
  • Replaced old City sign with new Welcome sign
  • Approved manhole rehabilitation program
  • Approved Frank Blaskey and Nick Weiss to the Civil Service Commission
  • Hired 2 Account Disbursement Clerks
  • Completed the Root Street Storm Sewer Project
  • Reconstructed 1700/1800 blocks of Marlboro Lane with new water main, new storm sewer, and new roadway
  • Celebrated Annual City Picnic
  • Appointed Tom Migatz as new Public Works Director
  • Completed MFT Crack Filling Program
  • Continued Sidewalk Replacement Program
  • Purchased Caterpillar Pavement Roller for Public Works
  • Celebrated our third Annual Winter Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony
  • Celebrated the 200th Anniversary of the State of Illinois
  • Honored Nancy Schultz Voots with Resolution on her Retirement as Will County Clerk
  • Approved Site Plan and preliminary plans for Fuller's Car Wash
  • Cooperated with Commonwealth Edison and their new Smart Meter installations
  • Approved LED Street Light installations throughout the City
  • Painted the Division Street Water Tower
  • Hired 3 new laborers in Public Works
  • Purchased new Public Works and Police vehicles as part of our Vehicle Replacement Plan

2019

  • Approved balanced budget with year-end surplus for 11th year in a row
  • Issued property tax rebate checks to all property owners for the sixth consecutive year
  • Added 25 new businesses in 2019
  • Received GFOA Award for Excellence in Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Practices for the fourth year in a row
  • Hired 3 additional new Police Officers: Lorena Muniz, Ryan Tetlow, and Bryan Barnes. These 3 new Officers brought the City Police force to 32 sworn Officers. This represents the highest number of sworn Police Officers in the City's history.
  • Celebrated our fourth Annual Winter Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony
  • Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Operating Engineers Local 150 for 2017-2021
  • Appointed Dave Stengele as Deputy Liquor Commissioner
  • Approved an Ordinance adopting Flood Damage Prevention
  • Groundbreaking ceremony for new Speedway Gas Station on Weber Road
  • Groundbreaking ceremony for new Fuller's Car Wash on Larkin Avenue
  • Completed sanitary manhole rehabilitation program
  • Reconstructed 300/400/500 blocks of Pasadena Avenue with new water main, new storm sewer, and new roadway
  • Completed Raynor Avenue Drainage Improvement Project to help alleviate flooding
  • Purchased two lots in Sunnyland, off Gaylord Road, for future site of new Well House
  • Updated purchasing policy for the City
  • Hired Serafin for Public Relations and Brand Marketing services
  • Passed Ordinance regulating beekeeping in residential neighborhoods
  • Completed landscaping improvements around new City Hall sign
  • Groundbreaking for new Public Works Facility located at 2090 Oakland Avenue
  • Passed Resolution declaring Prevailing Wage for all workers
  • Passed Resolution for Professional Engineering services for new City Hall and Police Station
  • Supported the re-formation of Crest Hill Chamber of Commerce
  • Amended position of Economic Development Director and Zoning Manager to Community Development Director
  • Began eligibility study for TIF District on Broadway Street
  • Hired an additional Building Inspector
  • Increased fines for snow and handicapped parking violations
  • Increased fines for fireworks violations
  • Increased utility tax from 3.5% to 5.0%
  • Approved a Property Tax Rebate form for future rebate checks
  • Approved a Collective Bargaining Agreement with Police Department from 2018-2022
  • Approved the Prohibition of the Sale of Cannabis in the City
  • Started 5 Year Plan to repaint City fire hydrants throughout the City
  • Approved sidewalk removal and replacement program
  • Purchased new Public Works and Police vehicles as part of our Vehicle Replacement Plan
  • Received an Energy Efficiency Award from Commonwealth Edison for our LED Streetlight conversion in 2018, a savings $27,564
  • Welcomed John O'Connor as our new LTFD Fire Chief
  • Celebrated the 20th Anniversary of Roberts Sewing Center
  • Celebrated Grand Opening of Speedway Gas Station on Weber Road
  • Celebrated Grand Opening of Fuller's Car Wash on Larkin Avenue
  • Celebrated Annual City Picnic
  • Hired an additional Public Works employee
  • Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Forest Preserve of Will County for the installation of a new sidewalk between Borio Drive and Forest Preserve property on Renwick Road
  • Hired Gabe Orenic as new Administrative Hearing Officer
  • Passed Ordinance authorizing G.O. Bonds not to exceed $12 million to finance new City Hall and Police Station
  • Passed Ordinance to refinance the Build America Bonds of 2010 saving the City $1.4 million
  • Partnered with the City of Joliet and the Spanish Community Center for the Hard to Count Areas for Census 2020
  • Applied for and received an upgrade to our current Bond Rating from AA3 to AA Bond Rating. This represents number 3 of 21 Bond Ratings and the highest rating in our City's history
  • Approved variance for Chaney Monge School to build two additional classrooms

2020

  • Approved balanced budget with year-end surplus for 12th year in a row
  • Issued property tax rebate checks to all property owners for the seventh consecutive year
  • Added 23 new businesses in 2020
  • Received GFOA Award for Excellence in Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Practices for the fifth year in a row
  • Working with our State Legislators, the City of Crest Hill has been appropriated $1 million from the Build Illinois Bond Fund for a grant for capital improvements for the construction and completion of our new Municipal Center
  • Approved purchase/implementation of K-9 Program Grant from State's Attorney Jim Glasgow for Police Department
  • Appointed Jack McHale as K-9 Officer
  • Celebrated the 60th Anniversary of the Incorporation of the City of Crest Hill
  • Reviewed plans for a 74 acre development at Weber Road and Division Street which includes single family homes, upscale townhomes, and commercial development along Weber Road
  • Approved Lucky Brothers Fuel Station and Restaurant at Route 53 and Caton Farm Road
  • Passed adoption of 2020 Zoning Map
  • Renewed Electric Aggregation Agreement with McSquared for two additional years to save residents money on their electric bills
  • Recognized the accomplishments of the LTHS District 205 Girls Bowling Team as State Champions
  • Approved a 7 year agreement with Allied Waste Management, D.B.A. Republic Services, adding electronic and e-waste pick-up and reducing monthly garbage costs for 2020-2027
  • Reconstructed 4 blocks of Kelly Avenue with new water main, new storm sewer, and new roadway
  • Resurfaced 3 blocks of Pioneer Road roadway with curb replacement
  • Purchased new Public Works and Police vehicles as part of our Vehicle Replacement Plan
  • Approved special permit to Landcraft, Inc., a boat repair business at Caton Farm Road and Weber Road
  • Reimbursed all single family homeowners a $50 water bill credit due to COVID-19
  • Hired a Community Service Officer for Police Department
  • Created outdoor dining permit for restaurants and taverns due to COVID-19 restrictions
  • Approved modifications to the Police Pension Funding Policy
  • Approved Low Voltage System to build a 7500 sq. ft. building at the corner of Caton Farm Road and Perinar Drive
  • Commended our Police Department for the handling of the social unrest throughout Joliet/Crest Hill area
  • Applied for and received a $500,000 grant from Rebuild Illinois for lining sanitary sewers in the City
  • Approved Goofee Gee's Ice Cream Parlor to be located at Plainfield Road and Webb Street to be open in April of 2021
  • Awarded Thornton Equipment Company to clean and improve Jasmine Creek
  • Received a Certificate of Occupancy from our Building Department for the new Public Works Facility located at 2090 Oakland Avenue
  • Installed new drainage structures at Root Street and Grandview to control rainwater runoff
  • Approved the re-painting of 238 fire hydrants in Carillon Lakes, Renaissance Crossing, and Fox Meadow subdivisions
  • Received a $15,000 grant from Will County Stormwater Committee to offset Jasmine Creek rehabilitation costs
  • Hired an additional Police Officer
  • Welcomed Kafe de Kasa to 2426 Plainfield Road
  • Approved an Intergovernmental Agreement with Will County regarding a County-wide Police radio system
  • Appointed Paula Skiotes, Angelo Deserio, and Bill Thomas to the Crest Hill Plan Commission
  • Approved additional solicitation permits to our local non-profit organizations due to COVID-19
  • Created several informational videos and updates to inform residents during COVID-19 lockdown and mitigations
  • Created inaugural City of Crest Hill Facebook Page to improve communication with residents
  • Approved Concrete Sidewalk and Curb Replacement Plan
  • Appointed Tony Halaska as Interim Water/Wastewater Director
  • Appointed Mark Siefert as Interim Director of Public Works
  • Approved Computer replacement programs through CARES Act funding
  • Hired Ron Wiedeman as the City's first Engineer
  • Appointed Roger Kramp to the Police Pension Board
  • Created Class K Liquor License for Bistro's and limited the number of licenses to 7
  • Partnered with City of Joliet and the Spanish Community Center to promote participation in Census 2020
  • Approved the SCADA upgrade for Water/Wastewater Department
  • CHPD promoted Officer Fenoglio and Officer O'Brien to the rank of Sergeant
  • Cooperated with Governor Pritzker's Orders on COVID-19 mitigation and closures to protect the safety and welfare of our employees and residents
  • Approved design proposal for West Sewage Treatment Plant with Strand Associates for $1.9 million
  • Ammended code of ordinances in relation to rental inspections
  • Approved purchases of iPads for elected officials
  • Waived Liquor License Fees for 2021 to offset COVID-19 losses
  • Applied for and received Will County CARES Act Funding due to COVID-19 pandemic
  • Approved Rides Unlimited a special use for an automobile dealership at 1911 Plainfield Road
  • Approved the Small Business Grant Program to help Crest Hill businesses recover some of their losses during COVID-19

2021

  • Approved balanced budget with year-end surplus for the 13th year in a row
  • Issued property tax rebate checks to all property owners for the eighth consecutive year
  • Added 27 new businesses in 2021, including Beggar's Pizza, Joey's Red Hots, Shark's Fish and Chicken, Rides Unlimited, and Quality Truck and Trailer Repair
  • Received GFOA Award for Excellence in Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Practices for the sixth year in a row
  • Reappointed Ed Clark as Chief of Police for the Crest Hill Police Department with a 4 year contract 2021-2025
  • Hired 3 additional new police officers: Andrew Trnka, Jacob Close, and Craig Machuga. These three new Officers brought the City's police force to 31 sworn officers
  • Crest Hill Police Department achieved Federal Use of Force through Illinois Chiefs of Police Association
  • Approved the resolution awarding grants to 5 of our businesses until the Small Business Grant Program as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic
  • Approved and extended our Mosquito Abatement Contract with Clarke Mosquito Control through 2023
  • Approved our 2020-2021 MFT Road projects through Illinois Rebuild Roadway Program
  • TLC Ingredients presented a concept plan for a 55,000 square foot building expansion at 16901 Advantage Drive
  • Adopted 2021 Zoning Map for the City of Crest Hill
  • City of Crest Hill received third installment of Rebuild Illinois Grants totaling $228,000 for roadway infrastructure and improvements
  • Approved purchase of Flock Safety License Plate Reader Camera system throughout the city boundaries to help deter crime
  • Welcomed Low Voltage Solutions 20516 Caton Farm Road to the City of Crest Hill
  • Welcomed Thompson Beauty and Barber Shop 1920 Plainfield Road to the City of Crest Hill
  • Awarded 20 businesses $5000.00 each who applied for the Small Business Grant Program as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic
  • Appointed Renee Herbst as our Human Resource Manager
  • Approved a 1-year audit engagement letter with WRDR Auditing Firm
  • Approved a B-3 Special Use Permit as 1521 Cedarwood Drive for a new strip mall which includes a package liquor store and a drive through restaurant
  • Continued talks with the City of Joliet in regards to joining a regional water commission to receive Lake Michigan water
  • Awarded the concrete repair and restoration contract for 2021 to J & J Newell Concrete Contractors
  • Re-appointed Pat Camden to the Civil Service Commission, Ken Carroll and Bill Thomas to the Plan Commission, and Mike Gale and Dave Stengele as Deputy Liquor Commissioners
  • Declared May 9 through May 16, 2021 as National Police Week in the City of Crest Hill
  • Declared May 16 through May 23, 2021 as National Public Works Week in the City of Crest Hill
  • Resolution honoring Barb Sklare for her 8 years of service as Alderwoman Ward II
  • Resolution honoring Marco Coladipietro for his 4 years of service as Alderman Ward III
  • Resolution honoring Vicki Hackney for her 8 years of service as City Clerk
  • Welcomed Darrell Jefferson as newly elected Ward II Alderman
  • Welcomed Mark Cipiti as newly elected Ward III Alderman
  • Honored Joseph Pesavento on his retirement from the Crest Hill Police Department with 39 1/2 years of service
  • Approved an employment agreement with Heather McGuire as City Administrator
  • Appointed Mark Siefert as Public Works Director
  • Appointed Jeff Peterson and Cheryl Slabozeski to the City of Crest Hill Plan Commission
  • Honored Dan Price on his retirement from the Public Works Department with 25 years of service
  • Honored John Price on this retirement from the Public Works Department with 23 years of service
  • Hired 2 new Crest Hill Police Officers, Esmeralda Sandoval and John Delgadillo
  • Announced Jason Opiola as our new Deputy Chief of Patrol of the Crest Hill Police Department
  • Hired a new Public Works employee
  • Approved Burns and McDonald to prepare a water/sewer rate study for Lake Michigan water
  • Appointed Alderman Nate Albert to serve as the Will County Forest Preserve liaison for the City of Crest Hill
  • Appointed Alderman Joe Kubal as Lockport Township Park District liaison for the City of Crest Hill
  • Passed a resolution honoring Brad Hertzman on his retirement as Deputy Chief of the Crest Hill Police Department with 24 years of service
  • Continued the fire hydrant repainting program
  • Appointed Kirk Wilkins as Building Commissioner
  • Proclamation commemorating 20th Anniversary of the Carillon Lakes Community
  • Appointed Marco Coladipietro to serve on the Police Pension Board
  • Appointed Lisa Banovetz as Financial Director for the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved a resolution authoring an amendment to the deed restriction at 1919 Cora Street to build a Habitat for Humanity home
  • Renamed Len Kubinski Drive to City Center Boulevard and Perinar Lane to Len Kubinski Drive
  • Appointed Steve Gulden as Interim City Administrator
  • Proclaimed September of 2021 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Crest Hill in hopes of a quick recovery of 8-year-old Charlie Devries
  • Renamed Patrick Drive to Crest Hill Lane
  • Approved the 2022 Rebuild Illinois Bond Funds for several summer street projects
  • Approved Center/Chaney survey and geotechnical investigation with Christopher Burke Engineering for the 2023 road improvement project
  • Created the position of Assistant Public Works Director and appointed Blaine Kline to this position
  • Extended outdoor dining seating for liquor establishments
  • Approved new LED illuminated street signs for new City Hall and Police Station
  • Appointed Ryan Dobczyk to the position of Deputy Chief of Administration for the Crest Hill Police Department
  • Approved the final plat for Lucky Brothers Gas Station at Broadway/Caton Farm Road
  • Approved water main lining program on Theodore Street between Oakland and Clement to FER-PAL Infrastructure
  • Approved the installation of a pedestrian crosswalk at Knapp Drive and Willow Circle Drive
  • Approved a professional service agreement with Hitchcock Design Group to develop new concepts for primary and secondary city entrance signs
  • Approved Strand and Associates to prepare and submit for a Lake Michigan water allocation permit
  • Approved an intergovernmental agreement with Will County Highway Department for improvement to the intersection of Weber Road and Knapp Drive
  • Approved the hiring and employment agreement with Jim Marino as City Administrator
  • Approved the tax levy for 2021
  • Held 4 work sessions throughout the city with public presentations explaining the advantages and disadvantages of the joining the regional water commission and acquiring Lake Michigan water
  • Approved a resolution for exclusive listing agreement with Edgemark Commercial Real Estate Services for the sale of city property located at 1610 Plainfield Road, commonly known as Old City Hall
  • Approved a resolution for professional service agreement with Harbour Contractors related to the Public Works facility and City Center Project reviews
  • Approved the appointment of Karen Kozerka as Deputy City Clerk effective January 10, 2022
  • Approved an agreement between the City of Crest Hill and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 for a 5-year contract from 2021-2026

2022

  • Approved balanced budget with year-end surplus for the 14th year in a row
  • Issued property tax rebate checks to all property owners for the ninth consecutive year
  • Added 36 new businesses in 2022, including Auto Collision Experts, Brown's Chicken and Pasta, Cheesecakes by James, Mariscos el Puerto #3, Urban Kitchen Restaurant, White Smoke and Ash, and Super Catfish, Crest Hill Animal Hospital.
  • Received GFOA Award for Excellence in Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Practices for the seventh year in a row
  • Approved a resolution adopting a written COVID-19 policy for the City of Crest Hill
  • Purchased 2 new Public Works vehicles
  • Approved Resolution No. 1134 approving a preliminary agreement forming the regional water commission with 5 other communities to receive Lake Michigan water by 2030
  • Approved East Water Reclamation Facility for Phosphorus Removal Upgrades
  • Proclamation recognizing the 100th Anniversary of the White Oak Library District
  • Resolution honoring Janet M. Serdar on her retirement as Deputy City Clerk for the past 35 years
  • Approved an economic development consulting agreement with Steve Gulden through July 2022
  • Created the position of Director of Information Technology Position
  • Hire Kane McKenna and Associates as the TIF District Consultants
  • Appointed Tim Stinnett as Director of Information Technology
  • Awarded 2022 MFT resurfacing contract with PT Ferro for $433,468.24
  • Approved MFT Resolution for design improvements for the intersection of Knapp/Weber
  • Approved an intergovernmental agreement with Joliet Township Animal Control
  • Awarded contract to Low Voltage Solutions to install audio/visual system in new City Council Chambers
  • Appointed Finance Director Lisa Banovetz as IMRF Authorized Agent
  • Approved Resolution adopting 2022 Zoning Map and updates
  • Approved an ordinance authorizing the issuance of waterworks and sewerage revenue bonds for improvements to the West Sewage Treatment Plant for $49,500,000
  • Authorized a Professional Service Agreement with V3 Companies for $107,233.00
  • To prepare plans, specifications, and bid documents for Chaney Avenue/Center Street Water Main replacement and roadway rehabilitation contract
  • Re-appointed Frank Blaskey to the Civil Service Commission
  • Re-appointed John Stanton and Jeff Peterson to the Plan Commission
  • Approved and awarded a contract to Austin-Tyler Construction for 2022 Rebuild Illinois Contract for $1,200,000 for resurfacing Raynor Avenue, Fern Street, Grandview Avenue, and Brian Drive
  • Celebrated May 21, 2022 as National Peace Officer Memorial Day in the City of Crest Hill
  • Celebrated the week of May 15, 2022 to May 21, 2022 as National Public Works Week in the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved Anthony Budzikowski as Community and Economic Development Director
  • Celebrated our annual Memorial Day Ceremony in the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved an Ordinance adopting a city-wide budget for 2022-2023 fiscal year
  • Approved a design contract with Robinson Engineering for the lining of the Route 30 water main from Susanna Way to Six Corners to reduce the number of water main breaks in that area
  • Extended electrical aggregation agreement with MC Squared Energy Services for 2 more years to lower electrical energy costs for our residents
  • Approved a proposal for design engineering to Christopher Burke and Associates for improvements to Theodore/Cora and Theodore/Highland retaining walls
  • Approved 3 day liquor license waiver and sign permit waiver for Festa Italiana 2022
  • Approved the purchase of a 2003 Vactor Combination Sewer Jetting and Vacuum truck to perform sewer rodding and vacuum excavation of debris
  • Approved a contract with Camco Construction to construct storm sewer improvements on Theodore Street
  • Appointed Charles Devriendt as our new Administrative Hearing Officer
  • Approved an Ordinance for Places for Eating Tax
  • Approved an amendment in regards to Business Licenses and regulation and Burglar and Fire Alarms
  • Approved an ordinance amending tobacco, electronic cigarettes, or alternative nicotine products
  • Approved an ordinance amending solicitors
  • Approved an ordinance amending building permit fees
  • Approved a licensing fee for video gaming machines
  • Welcomed White Smoke and Ash as an upscale cigar bar business
  • Approved contract to Precision Pavement Marking for 2022-2023 MFT citywide pavement marking
  • Accepted the surrendered liquor license of Forza Table and Tap, revoking its liquor license and closing said business
  • Approved Ordinance No. 1918 creating the position of Finance Director who shall be appointed by the Mayor, with the advice and consent of the City Council, and that the Finance Director shall report to the City Treasurer
  • Awarded contract to Vissering Construction for reconstruction of the West Sewage Treatment Plant in the amount of $50,640,00
  • Awarded PT Ferro Construction for the 2022 MFT Pavement Patching throughout the city
  • Recognized Jordan Kolaski for her Eagle Scout achievement in Boy Scouts
  • Mayor vetoed Ordinance No. 1918, disagreeing with the actions taken at the August 1, 2022 meeting. Veto was denied by a 6-2 majority vote of the City Council and was overturned
  • Amended the City purchasing policy
  • Awarded the contract to Patriot Pavement Maintenance for the 2022-2023 MFT city wide crack filling program
  • Approved the increase of fines for fireworks possession/explosion
  • Appointed John Smith as a member of the Crest Hill Police Pension Board
  • Approved the hiring of an Account Disbursement Clerk
  • Recognized the Crest Hill Lions Club for their 60th Anniversary of a service organization in the City of Crest Hill
  • Purchased the property at 2309 Caton Farm Road for a transfer station to provide adequate water pressure to the west and southwest areas of Crest Hill in preparation of Lake Michigan water
  • Approved an agreement with Strand and Associates for design and bidding related services for Well No. 14 for Lake Michigan water
  • Approved contract Core and Main to purchase, install, and implement a fixed base water meter reading system and an agreement with Sensus for use of their automatic meter reading equipment software
  • Approved an ordinance authorizing the execution of a lease agreement with BRT Outdoor for the installation of digital video display message signs throughout the city
  • Welcomed the Alano Club of Joliet as a new business at 1807 Plainfield Road
  • Approved a special use permit for Smoothie King drive through in the Hillcrest Shopping Center
  • Welcomed Mariscos el Puerto as a new restaurant in the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved a text amendment to allow adult use recreational cannabis in the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved a notice to award a contract with Vissering Construction for an IEPA loan funded in the amount of $50,640,000 to construct a new West Sewage Treatment Plant
  • Approved Heidner LLC planned unit development and special use permits with 15 conditions on the 74 acres on Weber/Division
  • Appointed Don Seeman as our new Building Commissioner
  • Welcomed 3 Point Therapy as a new rehabilitation therapy business at 1695 Plainfield Road
  • Approved the annual tax levy for 2022
  • Presented a life saving award plaque to Daniel Lindblad and Richard Onderisin for saving the life of Crest Hill resident Nick Rodriguez
  • Recognized the 2022 Holiday Lights decorating winners in the City of Crest Hill
  • Awarded a contract to H and H Electric Company for lighting and pedestrian projects at the new City Center

2023

  • Approved balanced budget with year-end surplus for the 15th year in a row
  • Issued property tax rebate checks to all property owners for the tenth consecutive year
  • Added 31 new businesses in 2023, including Advanced Therapy and Wellness Center, El Primo Mexican Restaurant #2, Gas and Wash, Goofee G's Ice Cream Parlor, Tacos Before Vatos, Taquerias Sandy's, Will County Children's Advocacy Center, Crusade Burger Bar, Oasis Mexican Restaurant, Tower Strength and Fitness Center, and Lockport Township Park District Pickleball Courts and Trackman Golf Simulators and Driving Range
  • Received GFOA Award for Excellence in Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Practices for the eighth year in a row
  • Approved a resolution in support of the Lake Michigan water allocation application before the Illinois Department of Natural Resources
  • Awarded a contract to Shallow Construction Company for Chaney Avenue and Center Street water main and road way rehabilitation
  • Approved an agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering for design engineering for Theodore/Gaylord/Cedarwood eastbound left turn signal
  • Hired 2 additional police officers: Brett Williams and Kyle Vanderhyden
  • Approved an agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering for design engineering for Parkrose watermain replacement and roadway rehabilitation project
  • Approved a resolution approving the first amendment to the preliminary agreement regarding the formation of a regional water commission
  • Approved a professional service agreement with Christopher Burke to perform design engineering services for Prairie Avenue from Raynor to Theodore roadway rehabilitation project
  • Approved a professional service agreement with Christopher Burke for design engineering services for Theodore Street and Borio Drive roadway rehabilitation project
  • Approved a resolution adopting the 2023 Zoning Map for the City of Crest Hill
  • Resolution honoring Richland Grade School 8th Grade Girls Volleyball Team
  • Appointed Alderwoman Gazal and Alderman Cipiti to the Water Conservation Committee
  • Approved a balanced budget for 2023-2024 with a year-end surplus
  • Renewed a 3-year contract with Wermer Rogers and Associates for city auding services
  • Approved a lease agreement between the City of Crest Hill and the Lockport Township Park District for office space in new City Hall
  • Approved a contract with Chicago Sign Group for the new City welcome signs fabrication and installation
  • Re-appointed Nick Weiss to the Civil Service Commission
  • Re-appointed Jan Plettau and Angelo Diserio to the Crest Hill Plan Commission
  • Appointed Andy Womack to the Crest Hill Police Pension Board
  • Approved the separation agreement with Jim Marino
  • Approved a resolution with Northern Illinois Municipal Electric Collaborative for lower electricity rates for street lighting throughout the city
  • Approved a resolution honoring Timi Tucker on her retirement as Record Supervisor for the Crest Hill Police Department
  • Moved into our new City Center 20600 City Center Boulevard
  • Executed a professional service agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering to prepare plans to repair the Kelly Avenue/Theodore Street and Cora Street/Theodore Street retaining walls
  • Awarded a contract to Sheridan Plumbing for 10-inch water lining maintenance project on Plainfield Road
  • Approved Route 66 community monuments Memorandum of Understanding with the Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau
  • Approved a proclamation recognizing AB Gusto's Bar and Grill on their 45th Anniversary in the City of Crest Hill
  • Recognized Laurie Thrasher with a resolution on her retirement as Administrative Clerk with the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved the acquisition of a new police dog
  • Approved a resolution honoring Merichka's Restaurant on their 90th Anniversary of business in the City of Crest Hill as this business has remained in the Zdralevich family for five generations
  • Congratulations to Toton's Television and the Toton family on their 56th Anniversary of business in the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved a contract with Precision Pavement Marking for City Center pavement marking program
  • Awarded a contract to Davis Concrete for the MFT Concrete Flatwork Program
  • Received a trophy to the City of Crest Hill as the 2023 Wyland's Mayors Challenge Trophy for Lake Michigan water
  • Awarded a contract to Gallagher Asphalt Corporation for Prairie Avenue and Borio Drive resurfacing projects
  • Approved a resolution approving a cost sharing agreement with Midwest Industrial Funds to design a new roadway exit onto Weber Road from the Crest Hill Business Park
  • Awarded PT Ferro Construction Company for the Theodore/Gaylord resurfacing project
  • Approved the resolution approving the contract for consulting service with Brent Hassert Consulting LLC
  • Executed a professional service agreement with Strand and Associates to perform design engineering for Plainfield Road from Leness Lane to Theodore Street, and Theodore Street from Plainfield Road to Broadway Street, and Broadway Street from Theodore Street to Chaney Avenue for water main lining project to reduce water loss to acquire a Lake Michigan allocation permit
  • Approved Donald E. Morris as new plan review and inspection service provider
  • Approved a proclamation honoring and celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Church of the Good Shepherd in the City of Crest Hill
  • Executed a professional service agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering to perform design engineering services for Borio Drive, Waterford, and Gaylord Road 2024 Roadway Rehabilitation Project
  • Approved the creation of a new position of Communication Specialist
  • Approved the East Sewage Treatment Plant Phosphorus improvements
  • Approved the 2023 annual Tax Levy Ordinance for the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved a proposal with Safe Step LLC for a sidewalk program that will evaluate and repair identified locations throughout the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved collective bargaining agreement with Metropolitan Alliance of Police Chapter 15 (Patrol) and Chapter 16 (Sergeants) with the Crest Hill Police Department
  • Approved to have the Mayor and Alderwoman Gazal represent the City Council in the future internal economic development related discussions with City Staff
  • Welcomed the Will County Children's Advocacy Center as they relocated to the City of Crest Hill
  • Executed a professional service agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering to perform phase A-site investigation engineering services for the future Crest Hill Business Park truck route exit onto Weber Road
  • Approved the Plainfield Road water main lining project to decrease water loss to receive allocation permit for Lake Michigan water project
  • Appointed Blaine Kline as Public Works Director
  • Approved an agreement for Corrosion control treatment study with Cornwell Engineering Group
  • Approved a resolution approving an agreement to purchase Motorola V700 Body Worn Camera System for the City of Crest Hill Police Officers
  • Approved the position of Police Department FOIA Audio/video specialist and authorized advertising, selection, and hiring of Police FOIA Audio/Video Specialist
  • Welcomed Gas and Wash to the City of Crest Hill at the corner of Weber and Division

2024

  • Approved balanced budget with year-end surplus for the 16th year in a row
  • Issued property tax rebate checks to all property owners for the eleventh consecutive year
  • Added 33 new businesses in 2024, including American Furniture Warehouse, La Chinita Bakery and Tacos, Midwest Industrial Fund 577,000 square foot warehouse, and Smoothie King
  • Received GFOA Award for Excellence in Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Practices for the ninth year in a row
  • Received an update from Superintendent McBride reference Lockport Township High School Freshman Center
  • Approved Dave Strahl as Interim Human Resource Manager
  • Approved an ordinance proclaiming the rules and regulations of the City of Crest Hill regarding unscheduled intercity busses
  • Approved Meade Electric to modify the existing traffic signals at Division Street/Churnovic Lane to add a traffic signal at that location
  • pproved an ordinance creating a Class Q BYOB Permit for retail tobacco stores in the City of Crest Hill
  • Appointed Mike Eulitz as part time Interim Public Works Director
  • Appointed Tony Graff as Interim City Administrator
  • Approved a resolution to appoint representatives to the Grand Prairie Water Commission from the city of Crest Hill
  • A resolution approving an agreement for 2025 Sidewalk cutting program with Safe Step LLC throughout the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved USG Water to repair the iron filter at Well #11
  • Approved a Class Q BYOB Permit license to White Smoke and Ash at 2301 Plainfield Road
  • Approved a resolution for an agreement for Wilcox Street storm sewer project with Christopher Burke Engineering
  • Adopted the 2024 Zoning Map for the City of Crest Hill
  • Awarded the contract to H. Linden and Sons Sewer and Water for the Parkrose Street water main replacement and road reconstruction improvement project
  • Approved a resolution to post a public notice for the surplus property at old City Hall 1610 Plainfield Road
  • Approved a resolution for Hillcrest watermain replacement design engineering services with Christopher Burke Engineering
  • Approved a resolution for a part time employment agreement with William McCluskey to provide cable television broadcasting and audio/visual services for the City of Crest Hill
  • Re-appointed Pat Camden to the Crest Hill Civil Service Commission
  • Re-appointed Bill Thomas, Ken Carroll, and Cheryl Slabozeski to the Crest Hill Plan Commission
  • Re-appointed John Smith to the Crest Hill Police Pension Board
  • Approved the budget of the City of Crest Hill for fiscal year 2024-2025
  • Awarded the contract with Superior Road Striping for Gaylord Road/Cedarwood Drive/Theodore Street pavement marking program
  • A resolution approving an agreement for the Crest Hill Business Park alternative truck route preliminary engineering design Phase B with Christopher Burke Engineering
  • A resolution approving an agreement for the Division Street roadway rehabilitation improvements and design engineering services with V3 Companies
  • Approved a resolution for a professional service agreement with Hera Property Register to require owners of vacant properties in mortgage default to register their properties with the City of Crest Hill
  • Appointed Carron Johnson as our interim Finance Director
  • Approved a resolution for residential electrical aggregation with MC Squared Energy Service to save our residents on electricity costs
  • Purchased two raw sewage pumps for the West Treatment Plant
  • Approved an agreement with USG Water for Wells # 9 and #12 Iron filter emergency repair work
  • Awarded a contract to Austin Tyler Construction for the Circle Street/Green Street water main replacement project
  • A resolution approving an agreement for Circle and Green Street watermain replacement and roadway reconstruction improvements with V3 Companies
  • A resolution approving an agreement for facility condition assessment survey and asset condition assessment for Wells 1, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 and East Wastewater Treatment Plant with Willett Hoffman and Associates
  • A resolution approving an agreement for design and related services for Eastern and Western receiving sites for Grand Prairie Water Commission delivery points with Strand and Associates
  • Approved a letter of intent to sell the property located at 1610 Plainfield Road, the site of the old City Hall
  • Celebrated our 36th annual Veterans/Police Memorial Ceremony recognizing our Veterans and Police Officers for their sacrifices to ensure the freedoms that we enjoy today
  • Honored all of our Public Works employees with a proclamation recognizing Public Works Week 2024 in the City of Crest Hill
  • Awarded a contract with Davis Concrete Contractors for the 2024-2025 MFT Concrete Flatwork Program
  • Awarded a contract with Gallagher Asphalt Corporation for 2024 Roadway Rehabilitation Program
  • Celebrated the 83rd Anniversary of the Lidice Massacre with our annual Lidice Memorial Service
  • Approved an ordinance establishing the Grand Prairie Water Commission and approved an intergovernmental agreement and a water supply agreement and appointed representatives to the commission and authorized approval of by-laws and a program management agreement
  • Approved a resolution honoring John S. Vershay for his 45 years of service to the City of Crest Hill
  • Announced the vacancy for Ward I Alderman due to the passing of Alderman John S. Vershay
  • A resolution amending the Crest Hill Employee Handbook and adopting a revised Employee Performance Evaluation Program
  • Appointed and approved Jennifer Methvin to the Alderman's vacancy in Ward I and to fulfill the term of office until May 5, 2025
  • A resolution approving an agreement for the 2024 Sidewalk Cutting Program construction with Safe Step LLC
  • A resolution approving an agreement for the 2024 Roadway rehabilitation Program with Gallagher Asphalt Corporation
  • A resolution approving an agreement for the 2024 Roadway rehabilitation and road reconstruction improvements with Christopher Burke Engineering
  • Approved an ordinance granting a Special Use Permit and set back variations with Midwest Industrial Funds to construct a 577,000 square foot speck building in the City of Crest Hill Industrial Park
  • A resolution approving and authorizing a contract to sell the old City Hall property 1610 Plainfield Road to Quick Trip Corporation
  • A resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement with Lockport Township Park District for cost sharing regarding the design, construction, annual maintenance, and annual events at the City of Crest Hill City Center Park and Playground
  • Approved to authorize for City Staff to complete the dedication of North Center Street right of way and a five-foot wide public utility easement along the north edge of Center Street to accommodate the construction of an addition to Chaney Monge School
  • Approved a permit fee waiver request from Lockport Township Park District for the Crest Hill Memorial Park revitalization project
  • Approved a cost sharing agreement with Midwest Industrial Funds which included a $150,000 donation to be used for engineering design for a new exit on Weber Road from the Crest Hill Business Park
  • Approved the application of Todd's Towing and Recovery and adding them to the Crest Hill Police Department towing company rotation
  • Appointed Marty Flynn to the Crest Hill Plan Commission
  • Approved a proclamation honoring Joe and Donna Marshall on their retirement after 45 years of service to Crest Hill Pony Baseball
  • Approved a joint community shred day event with Lockport Township Government Office
  • Appointed Erica Waggoner as Interim Finance Director
  • A resolution approving an agreement for Wilcox Street storm sewer improvement and street resurfacing with H. Linden and Sons Construction
  • Approved an ordinance rezoning the property at Caton Farm Road and Plum Street from R-3 to R-1B with setback and front yard variances to build a single-family home
  • Approved an ordinance amending the compensation of the Plan Commission and Civil Service Commission in the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved a resolution in support of application for an Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program Grant for pedestrian school crossing upgrades at Caton Farm Road and Richland School
  • Celebrated Neighbors Night Out in support and recognition of Crest Hill Police Officers in an evening of family fun activities
  • Completed the improvements with Will County Transportation for a new turn lane at Weber Road/Knapp Drive to improve safety at this intersection
  • Proclaimed October 6-October 12, 2024 as Fire Prevention Week in the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved an agreement with USG Water for emergency repair work on Wells 4, 8, and 10 Iron filters
  • Resolution approving a professional services agreement design services with V3 Companies for the Inner Circle water main replacement and roadway rehabilitation improvement design engineering
  • A resolution approving a professional services agreement with 2025 Roadway rehabilitation improvement design engineering services with Christopher Burke Engineering
  • A resolution approving a permit fee waiver to the Lockport Township Fire Protection District for its training and maintenance facility PUD project on Division Street
  • Appointed Glenn Gehrke as Finance Director for the City of Crest Hill
  • Appointed Patrick Ainsworth as Community/Economic Development Director effective January 6, 2025
  • Celebrated our 2nd Annual Winterfest 2024 with a Santa parade and an evening of family fun events at City Center
  • Approved a resolution adopting and revising policy for remote attendance at public meetings
  • Awarded a contract to Hoer Construction for the 2024 sanitary cleaning and televising contract
  • Appointed Julius Hanson as Interim Public Works Director
  • Approved an ordinance for the tax levy and assessment of taxes for the May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025 Fiscal year for the City of Crest Hill
  • Honored and recognized several winners for the 2024 Holiday Lighting contest throughout the City of Crest Hill
  • Approved the purchase of a Ford F-350 pick-up truck for the Department of Public Works, to be used also as a snow plow for Cul-de-sacs during snow events
  • A resolution approving the renewal for an independent contract agreement with Dave Strahl as the Interim Human Resouce Director for the City of Crest Hill
  • Plans to implement a School Resource Officer in City of Crest Hill Grade Schools

I look forward to continue making improvements and investing in our city's future in order to enhance the quality of life for all our residents. Please vote April 1, 2025 to re-elect Ray Soliman.



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