Village of Machesney Park Board of Trustees met March 2.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Johnson.
I. Invocation was given by Pastor Rolland Hayag, Evans United Methodist Church
II. Pledge of Allegiance led by the Cub Scouts.
III. Roll Call and Declaration of Quorum
Present: Mayor Steve Johnson, Trustees Aaron Wilson, Joe Seipts, Terri Bailey, Julie Boggie, Neil Rote, and Jodi Stromberg
Absent:
Also Present: Village Clerk Christopher Galetsis
Village Attorney Tom Green
Village Treasurer Deb Alms
Village Administrator James Richter II
Finance & HR Director Shannon Hansen
Community Development and Building Coordinator Izzy Mandujano
Management Analyst Kevyn-Ann Sherman
Public Works Director Mitch Hilden
Village Engineer Chris Dopkins
Deputy Chief Josh Gesner
IV. The Journal of Proceedings for the Regular Board Meeting from February 17, 2026, was approved per typewritten copies submitted by the Clerk’s office on a motion by Trustee Wilson and seconded by Trustee Bailey. Motion approved by voice vote.
V. Village Treasurer Deb Alms presented the Treasurer’s Report as of February 23, 2026, which reflected the total of all funds to be $54,602,184.45. A motion was made by Trustee Seipts to accept the Treasurer’s Report and seconded by Trustee Stromberg. Motion approved. On roll call: 7 ayes (Trustees Seipts, Stromberg, Bailey, Rote, Wilson, Boggie, Bailey, and Mayor Johnson) and 0 nays.
VI. Communications: The Village took the time to recognize the Harlem Girls Varsity Dance team for their third year in a row winning the conference championship (NIC-10), giving them their ninth total conference championship as well as congratulating them for their state qualifying performance. Mayor Johnson presented a plaque in their recognition.
VII. Warrant: Trustee Wilson presented the warrant in the amount of $165,260.84 and moved for its passage; seconded by Trustee Seipts. Motion approved. On roll call: 7 ayes (Trustees Seipts, Stromberg, Bailey, Rote, Wilson, Boggie, Bailey, and Mayor Johnson) and 0 nays.
VIII. Administrative Reports
1. Mayor Johnson reported the following:
• Mayor Johnson congratulated the Harlem High School girls bowling team for their win at state.
• Mayor Johnson encouraged all residents, young and old, to participate in the photo contest in celebration of Machesney Park’s 45th Anniversary
• Mayor Johnson took the time to thank all Trustees and staff that participated in the Budget Retreat that took place on February 28.
• Lastly, Mayor Johnson reminded everyone of the importance of shopping locally.
2. Attorney Tom Green had no report.
3. Village Administrator James Richter II had no report.
4. Finance and Human Resources Director Shannon Hansen wend over the quarterly investment report for October 1-December 31, 2025.
5. Community Development and Building Coordinator Izzy Mandujano had no report.
6. Public Works Director Mitch Hilden had no report.
7. Village Engineer Chris Dopkins had no report.
8. Deputy Chief Josh Gesner had no report.
IX. Committee and Trustee Reports
1. District #1 – Planning & Economic Development Chair Joe Seipts reported that from tonight’s Planning & Economic Development meeting that two ordinances will be moving forward with a positive recommendation to the next meeting: Ordinance #05-26, Text Amendment to Regulate Signage for Cannabis Business Establishments and Ordinance #06-26, Text Amendment to Regulate Signage for Hemp-Derivative Retail Businesses.
2. District #2 – Public Improvement & Safety Chair Jodi Stromberg had no report.
3. District #3 – Administration & Finance Vice-Chair Neil Rote had no report.
4. District #4 – Administration & Finance Aaron Wilson reported that from tonight’s Administration and Finance meeting that the following resolutions would be moving forward with a positive recommendation: Resolution #06-R-26, Regarding the Release of Closed Session Minutes and Resolution #21-R-26, Primary Corridor Beautification Maintenance Agreement. There will also be one ordinance will be moving forward with a positive recommendation: Ordinance #08-26, Disposal of Personal Property.
5. District #5 – Planning & Economic Development Vice-Chair Terri Bailey had no report.
6. District #6 -Public Improvement & Safety Vice-Chair Julie Boggie had no report.
X. Consent Agenda: Mayor Johnson noted that the next item is the Consent Agenda. Village Administrator James Richter II presented seven items for tonight’s consent agenda:
1. Resolution #13-R-26, Honorary naming of Melbourne Avenue as Gary Jury Way (Moved to New Business)
2. Resolution #14-R-26, Professional Services Agreement with McMahon Group for Darby Close Subdivision Engineering Services
3. Resolution #15-R-26, Natural Gas Utility Cost-sharing Agreement with Nicor
4. Resolution #16-R-26, Professional Services Agreement for the 2026-27 pavement maintenance program
5. Resolution #17-R-26, Joint Funding Agreement for the Latham Park Streamgage
6. Resolution #18-R-26, Cost Sharing Agreement for Latham Park Streamgage
7. Resolution #19-R-26, Redevelopment Agreement with Dunderhead, LLC for 7549 Quantum Court
Mayor Johnson called for a motion to approve the consent agenda. Trustee Wilson made the recommendation to vote on Resolution #13-R-26, Honorary naming of Melbourne Avenue as Gary Jury Way separately under New Business. Motion was made by Trustee Wilson and seconded by Trustee Seipts. Motion approved. On roll call: 7 ayes (Trustees Seipts, Stromberg, Bailey, Rote, Wilson, Boggie, Bailey, and Mayor Johnson) and 0 nays.
XI. Old Business: None.
XII. New Business: Resolution #13-R-26, Honorary naming of Melbourne Avenue as Gary Jury Way. Motion was made by trustee Wilson and seconded by Trustee Bailey. Staff report was given by Village Administrator James Richter II. Motion approved. On roll call: 7 ayes (Trustees Seipts, Stromberg, Bailey, Rote, Wilson, Boggie, Bailey, and Mayor Johnson) and 0 nays. The family of Gary Jury was present and Trustee Wilson shared appreciation for Gary’s service to the community.
XIII. Public Comment: None.
XIV. Closed Session: None.
XV. Mayor Johnson called for a motion to adjourn. Motion was made by Trustee Seipts and seconded by Trustee Stromberg. Motion approved by voice vote. Meeting adjourned at 6:17 p.m.
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