Kendall County Times

City of Plano City Council met Aug. 25.

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

The regular meeting of the Plano City Council was called to order on Monday, August 25, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., by Mayor Michael Rennels in the Council Room at City Hall. Troop 71 Scout Rachae Superczynski led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Roll Call:

Stephen DeBolt Absent

John Fawver Present

Kathy Wickens Present

Neal Veen Present

Tommy Johns Present

Barb Nadeau Absent

Scott Mulliner Present

Mark Swoboda Present

There was a quorum.

MINUTES:

A motion was made by Alderman Wickens, seconded by Alderman Swoboda, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting on August 11, 2025. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed.

AGENDA:

A motion was made by Alderman Swoboda, seconded by Alderman Fawver, to approve the agenda for the regular meeting of August 25, 2025. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed.

WARRANTS:

A motion was made by Alderman Wickens, seconded by Alderman Fawver, to accept the report of the Finance Committee and that orders are drawn on the Treasury to pay per warrant list dated August 25, 2025 in the amount of $194,688.02.

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Wickens, Fawver, Johns, Mulliner, Swoboda, Veen

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

A motion was made by Alderman Wickens, seconded by Alderman Fawver, to accept the report of the Finance Committee and that orders are drawn on the Treasury to pay per warrant list dated August 26, 2025 in the amount of $17,152.73.

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Wickens, Fawver, Johns, Mulliner, Swoboda, Veen

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

WAGE REPORT:

A motion was made by Alderman Wickens, seconded by Alderman Fawver, to accept the report of the Finance Committee and that orders are drawn on the Treasury to pay per wage report dated June 2025 in the amount of $358,268.32.

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Wickens, Fawver, Johns, Mulliner, Swoboda, Veen

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS:

Guests and members of the press were welcomed by Mayor Rennels.

CITIZENS’ COMMENTS: none

MAYOR’S REPORT:

Mayor Rennels said this is the last week for Midweek Music. Jake Mack will perform this Wednesday from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

CITY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT: Martin Shanahan Jr.

City Administrator Shanahan gave an update on the façade improvement grant reimbursement amount for Ms. Ana L. Martinez (Martinez Financial Services). Her application was for windows and window frames, with a cost estimate of $4,800.00 for one window. This was approved on March 24, 2025. On April 20, 2025, Ms. Martinez turned in a receipt for $9,600.00 for two windows. The façade improvement grant awarded was for $4,800.00 instead of $2,400.00.

City Administrator Shanahan had three further updates. At the Hemmingsen and Little Rock Road railroad crossing, the county will install flashing signs that will constantly be on. Regarding the grocery tax, 23% of city revenues come from the state’s grocery tax that is ending. If tonight’s ordinance is passed, the city’s 1% grocery tax will replace it and begin on January 1st, 2026. As of August 21st, 2025, there are 454 municipalities in Illinois who have each passed their own 1% grocery tax ordinance. Finally, the new server for City Hall is here.

PLANO AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:

Tiffany Forristall said there are two upcoming events. The Hispanic Heritage Street Market and Taco Crawl is on September 13th, 2025 from Noon to 6:00 p.m. Treats on the Streets is on October 23rd, 2025.

CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT: William Thomas

Ordinance #2025-12 Approve a Class E liquor license

A motion was made by Alderman Fawver, seconded by Alderman Swoboda, to approve an ordinance amending Title 3 Chapter 2 Section 3-2-7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Plano increasing the number of Class E liquor licenses from 7 to 8 (Majorluv Southern Delights LLC).

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Fawver, Swoboda, Johns, Mulliner, Veen, Wickens

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

Ordinance #2025-13 Approve a Grocery Tax

A motion was made by Alderman Swoboda, seconded by Alderman Veen, to approve an ordinance implementing a Municipal Grocery Retailers’ Occupation Tax and a Municipal Grocery Service Occupation Tax. Attorney Thomas said if passed tonight, this tax will be effective January 1st, 2026.

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Swoboda, Veen, Fawver, Johns, Mulliner, Wickens

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

Ordinance #2025-14 Approve purchasing 3031 Eldamain

A motion was made by Alderman Veen, seconded by Alderman Fawver, to approve an ordinance approving and authorizing execution of a purchase and sale agreement with Feece Oil Company for purchase of 3031 Eldamain Road, Plano, Illinois, 60545 in an amount not to exceed $1,300,000.00. Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Veen, Fawver, Johns, Mulliner, Swoboda, Wickens

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

Resolution #2025-41 Purchase/install a dump truck body

A motion was made by Alderman Swoboda, seconded by Alderman Fawver, to approve a resolution approving and authorizing the execution of a contract with Bonnell Industries Inc. re: purchase/install a dump truck body and associated equipment to upfit the 2026 Public Works International cab/chassis in an amount not to exceed $130,000.00.

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Swoboda, Fawver, Johns, Mulliner, Veen, Wickens

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

Resolution #2025-42 Change order with Innovative Underground re: Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation A motion was made by Alderman Fawver, seconded by Alderman Swoboda, to approve a resolution approving and authorizing the execution of a change order with Innovative Underground in the amount of $5,100.00 re: Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation.

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Fawver, Swoboda, Johns, Mulliner, Veen, Wickens

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

Resolution #2025-43 contract with EJ Equipment to purchase a camera trailer

A motion was made by Alderman Veen, seconded by Alderman Swoboda, to approve a resolution approving and authorizing the execution of a contract with EJ Equipment in an amount not to exceed $262,440.70 to purchase a camera trailer. Alderman Mulliner has been questioning the timing of this purchase. He researched the ROI, which looks like it will be 3.5 years. He thinks this is a good timeframe, and is fine with this purchase.

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Veen, Swoboda, Fawver, Johns, Mulliner, Wickens

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

CITY CLERK’S REPORT: Carin Martin

Sales and related taxes for June 2025 were in the amount of $259,151.59.

The current MFT unobligated balance for June 2025 is in the amount of $1,715,691.03.

CITY TREASURER’S REPORT: Zoila Gomez

The June 2025 Treasurer’s report for all funds is in the amount of $15,057,141.63.

The June 2025 total disbursements were $1,119,096.53.

The June 2025 Revenue and Expenditure report was attached.

The FY ’26 Amended Budget memo was attached. It notes the meeting dates to discuss and prepare the amended budget. She asked that Aldermen call their committee meetings accordingly.

POLICE CHIEF’S REPORT: Norm Allison

Chief Allison said he applied for an Illinois Attorney General grant for $14,000.00, for four license plate reader cameras. He found out they were awarded the full amount of the grant, which covers year one of this program.

PUBLIC WORKS REPORT: Nick Rossaert, Josh Beyer Sr.-absent, Karl Tisberger

Karl gave an update on some projects. He said the in-house street striping should be done this week, and work at the Depot should be finished by the end of September. The sidewalk program will begin after Labor Day. Bridge and culvert inspections have been completed.

Nick said they should get the diffusers installed by the end of this week, and they should be getting two more belts for the centrifuge.

DIRECTOR OF BUILDING, PLANNING, & ZONING’S REPORT: Jeff Sobotka

Jeff shared a story where Officer Brandon Miller and City Inspector Gary Jacobs were able to assist a resident.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

ADMINISTRATIVE/HEALTH & SAFETY: Alderman Mulliner

Alderman Mulliner thanked the city for working with the county to get the flashing lights, striping, and advanced signs at a railroad track crossing. He thanked Nick Rossaert for his help with Alderman Mulliner’s questions about purchasing the camera truck. He asked Jeff Sobotka to tell Officer Miller and Gary Jacobs they did a great job.

BUILDINGS, GROUNDS, AND ZONING: Alderman Veen-nothing

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Alderman Fawver-nothing

FINANCE: Alderman Wickens

Alderman Wickens called a meeting for September 8th, 2025 at 5:15 p.m.

PARKS: Alderman Johns

Alderman Johns said he is looking into goalie nets for a park. They will keep the Splash Pad open until it gets pretty cold.

PERSONNEL & INSURANCE: Alderman Swoboda-nothing

SPECIAL EVENTS: Alderman Nadeau-absent

STREETS & UTILITIES: Alderman DeBolt-absent

CITIZENS’ COMMENTS:

Rick Johns said he looked back and found in 2019, the City approved a sales tax rebate for Gjovik Ford to build their new building, and would be paid to them over 23 years. He said Gjovik is not there anymore and asked if Tera Ford would get this rebate. Mayor Rennels said yes, that this situation is in the agreement. Rick said he does not think this is right.

CLOSED SESSION: 5 ILCS 120/2

A motion was made by Alderman Fawver, seconded by Alderman Mulliner, to go into Closed Session pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2.06(d) semi-annual review and discussion of minutes of meetings lawfully closed under the Open Meetings Act.

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Fawver, Mulliner, Johns, Swoboda, Veen, Wickens

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

A motion was made by Alderman Swoboda, seconded by Alderman Fawver, to return to Open Session. Attorney Thomas said no action was taken during Closed Session.

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Swoboda, Fawver, Johns, Mulliner, Veen, Wickens

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

A motion was made by Alderman Fawver, seconded by Alderman Veen to maintain the confidentiality of the Closed Session minutes.

Roll Call:

Voting “Aye”: Fawver, Veen, Johns, Mulliner, Swoboda, Wickens

Voting “Nay”:

Absent: DeBolt, Nadeau

Motion passed.

ADJOURNMENT:

A motion was made by Alderman Swoboda, seconded by Alderman Wickens, to adjourn. A unanimous “Aye” voice vote was heard. The motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

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