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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 06/10/2025 - Board of TrusteesBoard of Trustees Minutes Page 1 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 MINUTES OF THE JUNE 10, 2025 REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK APPROVED AS WRITTEN ON JULY 23, 2025 1. CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Village Board of Trustees was called to order by President Laurence E. Herman in the Samuel E. Dean Boardroom of the Butler Government Center at 7:02 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 2. ROLL CALL Clerk Netasha Scarpiniti called the roll: PRESENT: Trustees Naveen Jain, Michael Manzo, A. Suresh Reddy, Edward Tiesenga and President Laurence E. Herman VIA ZOOM: Trustees Melissa Martin, and James Nagle, ABSENT: None IN ATTENDANCE: Village Manager Greg Summers, Assistant Village Manager Joseph Mitchell, Information Technology Director Tom Gilbert, Police Deputy Chief Erica Huff, Public Works Superintendent John Temes, Head Librarian Jacob Post, Finance Director Marilyn Fumero, Fire Chief Kevin Fleege, Development Services Director Rebecca Von Drasek, Sports Core Director Art Segura, and Village Attorney Michael Castaldo Jr. 3. PRESIDENT’S OPENING COMMENTS President Herman spoke about the celebration of Eid AL Adha 2025, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, by the Islamic Community. He wished all fathers and father figures a Happy Father's Day and asked Finance Director Marilyn Fumero to present the ACFR Report. A. Sikich Auditor's ACFR Presentation Finance Director Fumero introduced Kellen O'Malley of Sikich CPA, LLC to present the Audit. Mr. O'Malley introduced himself and thanked the Board for the opportunity to present the report ending December 31, 2024. He congratulated the Village on receipt of the Certificate of Achievement from the Government Finance Officers Association, marking the 46th consecutive year of receiving the award. He talked summarized the financial statements covering the Water Fund, Sports Core Fund, Police and Fire Pension Funds, and the General Fund while mentioning the exclusion of the capital assets and liabilities. He described the auditing standards, major federal program expenditures, receipt and expenditure of grant funds, increase in general fund, employer contributions, and mentioned no significant deficiencies or compliance issues. Mr. O'Malley concluded the presentation by thanking the Finance Department for their assistance in document gathering, answering questions and following up on requests. He welcomed questions or concerns from the Board. President Herman shared his observations regarding the healthy General Fund balance, challenges regarding the unfunded pension liabilities and funds needed for capital maintenance. Trustee Tiesenga acknowledged the presentation, highlighting an award received 47 years in a row from the Government Finance Officers Association mentioning an actuary suspension in 2018. He emphasized the need for diligence in reporting beyond recognition of cosmetic accolades such as the one presented today. Board of Trustees Minutes Page 2 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 Mr. O'Malley clarified that while the award reflects adherence to financial statement presentation standards, it does not necessarily protect against underlying issues, such as those related to actuary suspensions due to lack of professional conduct. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS President Herman expressed his commitment to the Village and a promise to take action, mentioning the neglected issues surrounding Sports Core management and hotel marketing. He spoke about the dedicated team addressing the issues with the support of the Trustees while considering long-term benefits for the Village. He summarized successes, such as the increase in revenues at the Golf Club despite facing criticism and frowned upon the distribution of misleading information, dishonesty, hypocrisy and resistance from the public. He stressed his commitment to preserving the Bath & Tennis Club without using taxpayer dollars that are needed for public safety, pensions and years of capital maintenance. Resident Dave Knowles spoke about recently learning about significant land donations from Paul Butler, expressed concern over demolition of the historic horse barn, which dates back to 1922 and has ties to the community's equestrian history. Mr. Knowles emphasized the importance of handling the properties correctly in order to not set precedents for the future while stressing the value of community involvement and leaving legacies for future generations. He expressed gratitude to the local Police and Fire Departments for their contributions over the years. Resident Alyse Gaddis spoke about the challenges of living in the York Woods Subdivision and shared her hope for the Board to make a decision moving forward with the presented proposal. Resident Cindy Groh addressed the Board on behalf of many residents of the York Woods Subdivision expressing concerns about beautification and safety. She focused on the Flagg Creek project at the corner of Dover Road, which did not provide the Board's approved landscaping upon completion of the project. She added that the York Woods HOA later collaborated with Flagg Creek to improve the plan and offered to maintain the area. However, the owner of the Drake Hotel claimed control over the area but did not submit any plans, leaving the property neglected and unsightly. She urged the Board to enforce the landscaping maintenance by the Drake Hotel including replacement of removed trees and bushes which served as a barrier between commercial and residential properties in the past. Ms. Groh noted safety concerns, mentioning incidents of inappropriate behavior and burglaries linked to hotel guests. She stated that York Woods residents seek immediate action and responsibility from the Board and the Village Attorney regarding the landscaping, fencing and possible addition of security cameras to protect the residents of York Woods. Clarendon Hills Resident Will Gaffney shared concerns about increased traffic that comes with industrial catering, mentioned safety risks for children riding bikes and people walking the narrow paths. He stressed consideration of the possibility that the commercial venture may deter parents in turn, negatively impacting memberships, revenue and growth. Mr. Gaffney suggested utilizing the Village's financial surplus or a revision of the membership system. Resident Ray Cesca spoke about the importance of a child's upbringing and community involvement in amenities such as the Bath & Tennis Club. He reminded the Board about working for the people and spoke out against the Chic Chef proposal, noting provisions of the Deed. Resident Al Knuth shared thoughts on the Board of Trustees Meeting of May 27, 2025 and the discussion regarding the FAR that took place that evening. He spoke about his participation in an open meeting with Trustees Tiesenga and Jain who provided updates on the Village's financial situation. He discussed the proposal for expanding the B&T Clubhouse, including the addition of attractions, raising concerns among residents regarding the finances, the length of the lease, re-branding of the name without resident input and lack of transparency from the Board. He also raised concerns regarding changes to residential and commercial zoning policies. Resident Kathy Paskalides advocated for the investment in upgrading the Bath & Tennis Club at no cost to Board of Trustees Minutes Page 3 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 the Village while keeping the ownership of the land. She noted the benefits to the Village by moving forward with the proposal, highlighted the fiscal advantages of the proposal, emphasized the smart use of private investment for public property enhancement and urged the community to embrace progress. Resident Rania Agha spoke on behalf of several residents. She questioned the use of Village subsidies on half of the utility charged for private business and challenged the fairness of allowing the business to qualify for government electricity rates. She also raised concerns surrounding the responsibility of costs associated with maintaining the parking lots and using outdated studies to make determinations regarding the project. Resident Pat Heraty expressed appreciation to the Board and various Village Departments for their service and contribution, working hard in keeping the Village safe. He made comments regarding the previously mentioned mismanagement at the golf course, the continuance of the Bath & Tennis Club, and concerns regarding the Drake Hotel zoning with variables. Resident and former President Gopal Lalmalani expressed gratitude to the Board for their service and commitment to the community and urged the Board to uphold the long-standing respect for the deed to the Sports Core land. He implored the Board members to ensure the deed and the public trust were not damaged, take public comments into consideration and explore different options. Resident Rich Rybar discussed the Taste of Oak Brook, requested a profit and loss report for the Taste of Oak Brook since 2015, and the Sports Core Deed by Paul Butler. Resident John Baar spoke about the positive aspect of all the great initiatives since President Herman's election, spoke about respect for difference in opinions and spoke in opposition of engaging in a long-term lease and turning the B&T into a commercial organization. He stated that he agrees with Trustee Jain and Trustee Tiesenga's assessment of the proposal. Resident Tina Chan shared her thoughts regarding the Floor Area Definition as proposed to exclude various areas of a building from calculations. Resident Laura Bieselin spoke about changes within the Village over the years, including the addition of buildings such as the library and the legal challenges that occurred during some of the changes. She cited restrictions within the document by reading directly from the deed. York Woods Resident Stephanie Kallas spoke about the last meeting she attended, the FAR regulations, resident safety, obtaining resident opinions and involvement when attempting to make major decisions affecting nearby residents. She urged the Board to distribute a report publicly referencing the allegations at the Golf Course. Resident Mark Simon explained the reasons for choosing the Village of Oak Brook, emphasized the importance of maintaining community features, and preserving the amenities to attract new families and sustain property values for future generations. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Regular Executive Meeting Minutes of April 22, 2025 MOTION: To Approve Regular Executive Meeting Minutes of April 22, 2025 Motioned: Trustee Manzo Seconded: Trustee Reddy VOICE VOTE: Passed 6. CONSENT AGENDA Board of Trustees Minutes Page 4 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 A. Accounts Payable for Period Ending: June 4, 2025 - $1,309,445.33 1. Zoll Medical Corporation - Monitor Defibrillator - $48,031.74 2. Mauro Sewer Construction, Inc. - Oak Brook Briarwood Lakes Water Main Improvements - $198,592.38 3. EZA Engineering PLLC - Professional Engineering Services - May 2025 - $21,021.00 4. Currie Motors Commercial Center - Vehicle Replacements - Units 200 & 400 - $62,068.00 5. Treasurer, State of Illinois - IDOT - IGA For IL56 Smart Corridor - $228,699.00 6. Chicagoland Pool Management - July 1 Payment on Pool Management Contract - $55,881.00 7. Double D Booking - Taste of Oak Brook Entertainment - $29,775.00 8. BCBSIL - Health Services - June 2025 - $232,018.11 B. Approval of Payroll Paydate: May 29, 2025 - $873,094.90 C. Authorization to Seek Bids or Proposals or Negotiate Contracts: 1. Authorization to Seek Bids for Professional Consulting Services to Evaluate the Structural Integrity, Persistent Water Intrusion, and ADA Compliance of the Oak Brook Butler Government Center President Herman extracted Item 6.C.1 from the Agenda for further discussion. MOTION: Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda and Authorize the expenditures as Presented with the exception of item 6.C.1 Motioned: Trustee Reddy Seconded: Trustee Manzo ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed 7. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA Item 6.C.1 - Authorization to Seek Bids for Professional Consulting Services to Evaluate the Structural Integrity, Persistent Water Intrusion, and ADA Compliance of the Oak Brook Butler Government Center President Herman asked Village Manager Summers to make a presentation. Village Manager Summers stated that the plan has been revised since the previous meeting and spoke about the proposal for consulting services within the 2025 fiscal year budget that would allow the Village to add specific structural issues in the Butler Government Center for long-term capital planning. He highlighted serious structural integrity issues, deterioration rates, window glass separating from frames, column rotation effecting foundation issues, and cracks in the brickwork indicating significant structural movement. He pointed out various problem areas with water intrusion throughout the building, compliance issues with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), safety regulations, inaccessible elevators, lack of proper tornado shelters, and inadequate security measures throughout the building. Village Manager Board of Trustees Minutes Page 5 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 Summers requested permission to issue an RFP for professional consulting services to conduct a thorough study for the adequate development of a comprehensive plan to address the building's structural and compliance issues. President Herman thanked Village Manager Summers for his presentation and explained his reason for extracting the item, noting that all the Trustees have been given or offered a tour in a manner not violating the Open Meetings Act (OMA), to gain a better understanding of the issues, stressing the fact that the matter is not a new one. He spoke about the Village's ability to maintain a healthy fund balance through effective fiscal management despite rising pension liabilities. President Herman brought focus to dealing with expensive issues related to aging facilities and the Village's goal to manage finances without implementing property taxes. Trustee Jain spoke about the peculiar timing of bringing the item up on the Agenda and emphasized that this issue has nothing to do with the Sports Core issues in the process of discussions. Trustee Manzo pointed out that many capital projects such as the one described have been deferred for years due to lack of funding. He spoke about previous suggestions of implementing a food and beverage tax to address the issues and spoke about the Village's determination to run the Village more efficiently and being accountable for the decisions regarding spending. MOTION: To Authorize Authorization to Seek Bids for Professional Consulting Services to Evaluate the Structural Integrity, Persistent Water Intrusion, and ADA Compliance of the Oak Brook Butler Government Center Motioned: Trustee Reddy Seconded: Trustee Jain ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed 8. ACTIVE BUSINESS A. Ordinances & Resolutions 1. Resolution R-2305, A Resolution Authorizing and Approving the Oak Brook Public Library to Participate in the Non-Resident Library Card Program from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 Head Librarian Post presented the Resolution noting the cost increases to individuals and families for non - resident library cards. MOTION: To Approve Resolution R-2305, A Resolution Authorizing and Approving the Oak Brook Public Library to Participate in the Non-Resident Library Card Program from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 Motioned: Trustee Reddy Seconded: Trustee Jain ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Board of Trustees Minutes Page 6 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed 2. Resolution R-2258, A Resolution Approving the Award of a Contract To the Lowest Responsible Bidder, A Lamp Concrete Contractors Inc, of Schaumburg, Illinois, for the 2025 Streets Improvement Project Public Works Superintendent Temes explained the process to obtain bids for the 2025 Streets Improvement Project and the staff recommendation. Budgeted amounts for this project were also discussed. Please note Resolution number change below due to Scribner’s error. MOTION: To Approve Resolution R-2306, A Resolution Approving the Award of a Contract To the Lowest Responsible Bidder, A Lamp Concrete Contractors Inc, of Schaumburg, Illinois, for the 2025 Streets Improvement Project Motioned: Trustee Reddy Seconded: Trustee Jain ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed 3. Resolution R-2259, A Resolution Approving and Authorizing Reimbursement to Briarwood Lakes Homeowners' Association for Costs Incurred Related to the Briarwood Lakes Association Water Main Improvements Project Public Works Superintendent Temes stated that the item was in conjunction with the Watermain Improvement project from 2024 where paved areas in the Briarwood Lakes Subdivision were damaged due to unforeseen conflicts in accessing the utilities throughout the project. He added that the Village worked with the HOA to cover the expense of fixing the roads at a discounted rate.. President Herman reiterated the fact that the damage caused by the projects was assessed and the Briarwood Lakes HOA offered to fix the roads in the Subdivision due to a planned repavement project at a lower cost. Please note the change in Resolution number below due to Scribner’s error. MOTION: To Approve Resolution R-2307, A Resolution Approving and Authorizing Reimbursement to Briarwood Lakes Homeowners' Association for Costs Incurred Related to the Briarwood Lakes Association Water Main Improvements Project Motioned: Trustee Reddy Seconded: Trustee Jain ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Board of Trustees Minutes Page 7 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed 4. Ordinance G-1272, An Ordinance Amending Ordinance Number 2024-ZO-TA-G-1261, As it Relates to the Effective Date of the Amendments to Title 13 Provided Therein Development Services Director Von Drasek reviewed the discussion from the Board of Trustees Meeting of May 27, 2025 and presented the Board with the option to allow property owners who engaged in the design of their homes prior to the adoption of the new regulations in October 2024, eighteen (18) months from that date to submit application for building permits thereby allowing the owners to utilize regulations prior to the October passage. The cut-off date will be in April 2026. President Herman stated that to the best of his knowledge, this relief will affect about 5 homes in total. Development Services Director Von Drasek stated there were actually 6 homes in total. MOTION: To Approve Ordinance G-1272, An Ordinance Amending Ordinance Number 2024-ZO- TA-G-1261, As it Relates to the Effective Date of the Amendments to Title 13 Provided Therein Motioned: Trustee Manzo Seconded: Trustee Reddy ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed 5. Ordinance G-1273, An Ordinance Amending Title 13 (Zoning Regulations) of the Village of Oak Brook Code of Ordinances: Floor Area Ratio (FAR) Regulations President Herman discussed the Ordinance G-1273 amending the zoning regulations in the Village addressing the calculations of the Floor Area Ratio (FAR). He provided a brief recap of the discussion at the last Board Meeting and stated that the previous Ordinance inadvertently included basements in the FAR, affecting homeowners' ability to build within the set limits of a 40% FAR, a 37% lot coverage ratio, and a 20% principal coverage ratio. He explained that the intent was to allow for two-story homes with a 20% footprint per floor, totaling 40%. However, including basements in the FAR calculation was not initially considered because it does not impact the visible bulk of the house from the street. President Herman mentioned that Trustee Nagle raised additional concerns regarding the definition of FAR for residential and commercial properties.. He spoke about modifying the definition to exclude areas such as stairways and mechanical rooms from calculations. President Herman stated that Development Services Director Von Drasek prepared two alternative options for the Board to consider and asked for a motion on the first option, which excludes basements from the FAR definition with the exception of the partially exposed basements. Trustee Tiesenga recalled past attempts to amend the zoning code initially beginning in 2015 and commended President Herman for streamlining the process, resulting in a successful overhaul of the zoning regulations with significant contributions from the Planning and Zoning Commission. He supported option one for revising the Residential Floor Area Ratio definition, suggesting further discussion of the rules surrounding commercial buildings, and advocating for a unified definition for both residential and commercial spaces. Trustee Manzo spoke in opposition to option two, explaining that it goes directly against the Village Board of Trustees Minutes Page 8 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 standards of allowing larger buildings on smaller lots. He expressed his support for option one in excluding basements from the FAR calculations. Trustee Jain shared his support for option one also and asked Development Services Director Von Drasek to educate everyone on the complexities surrounding the zoning regulations for commercial versus residential buildings. Development Services Director Von Drasek explained that the FAR is calculated exactly the same way for both the commercial and residential buildings; however, the calculations vary across different commercial districts. President Herman said that the implementation of the FAR limits for residential buildings was established a few months ago by the Planning & Zoning Commission after extensive deliberations during several meetings. He explained that the limits were established to address complaints about the surprising number of outliers in residential construction attributed to the lack of clear guidelines. Since then, feedback has been mixed and he stated that if needed, the issues can be sent back to the Planning & Zoning Commission for further deliberations. Trustee Nagle supported the idea of revisiting additional discussion regarding zoning regulations, and addressing concerns raised by an anonymous person that created and distributed flyers throughout York Woods Subdivision. He clarified that proposed changes to commercial building regulations to exclude calculations of elevator shafts and mechanical rooms will not significantly impact the overall structure. He also expressed support of option one. MOTION: To Approve Ordinance G-1273, An Ordinance Amending Title 13 (Zoning Regulations) of the Village of Oak Brook Code of Ordinances: Floor Area Ratio (FAR) Regulations Motioned: Trustee Reddy Seconded: Trustee Manzo ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed 6. Ordinance S-1729, An Ordinance Granting a Variation from Provisions of Section 13-6.D3.C of the Title 13 (Zoning Regulations) of the Village of Oak Brook Relative to the Permitted Floor Area Ratio for the Property Located at 23 Concord Drive, in the Village of Oak Brook, Illinois President Herman stated that after the previous vote this regulation was no longer relevant because the Ordinance granting relief to homeowners who engaged in home design prior to the October 2024 rule change are not affected. However, because the item is listed on the Agenda, he recommended a proper vote. MOTION: To Approve Ordinance S-1729, An Ordinance Granting a Variation from Provisions of Section 13-6.D3.C of the Title 13 (Zoning Regulations) of the Village of Oak Brook Relative to the Permitted Floor Area Ratio for the Property Located at 23 Concord Drive, in the Village of Oak Brook, Illinois Motioned: Trustee Manzo Seconded: Trustee Reddy Board of Trustees Minutes Page 9 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed 7. Ordinance S-1730, An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale or Donation or Recycling or Disposal of Certain Items of Personal Property Owned By the Village of Oak Brook Finance Director Fumero explained that the ordinance is regarding the donation of three Track mountain bicycles to the Forest Park Police Department and the sale of sale of shelving units. MOTION: To Approve Ordinance S-1730, An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale or Donation or Recycling or Disposal of Certain Items of Personal Property Owned By the Village of Oak Brook Motioned: Trustee Reddy Seconded: Trustee Manzo ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed 8. Trustee Initiative - Approach and Process to Evaluate OBBT Options President Herman led the Trustee initiative to evaluate options for the proposal of investing in and rebuilding the Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club. He stated that the items have been publicly discussed for over a few months and that the proposal deals with the current licensing agreement and that negotiations between the vendor, the Village and attorneys are ongoing. President Herman reminded everyone that there is nothing to vote on this evening and that the matter will be addressed at a future meeting. He added that according to the procedure code, Trustees can add items to the meeting agenda. He presented slides addressing information that was shared during the past meeting and the was concerned about the amount of misinformation that was distributed to residents. He wanted to ensure that everyone had the factual information available to them. Trustee Jain had a presentation covering different options and his understanding of the expenses surrounding the proposal, renovations, proposed attractions for the pool and comments made by the public. He attempted to make a motion to have the issues go through a referendum. Trustee Tiesenga seconded Trustee Jain's motion. He expressed concerns about the lack of accurate information available to the public and the exclusion of Trustees from important discussions. He highlighted several issues with the Sports Core Advisory Committee and spoke in support of revitalizing the Committee and reevaluating and reassessing the current strategies for better understanding. Village Attorney Castaldo explained that in order to take action, the item would have to appear on the Agenda as an action item under the Open Meetings Act. Trustee Nagle compared the Village of Oak Brook Sports Core land to the TV show "Yellowstone," putting emphasis on the family's central problem of preserving the family land against external Board of Trustees Minutes Page 10 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 threats, stating that the issue mirrors the issue involving the Bath & Tennis Club where the family feels pressured to relinquish their control of the land and give it to others. He stressed the role of Trustees is to represent the residents' interests who are advocating for not moving forward with the proposal and to preserve the property without succumbing to external pressures. He further relayed his professional experience in law and real estate, urging careful consideration of all aspects of decision-making. Trustee Reddy asked for clarification on whether the Village Attorney Castaldo had read the most updated proposal thoroughly, if the lease shoed any violations that need to be addressed, if the item needs to go to a referendum, and the legalities behind asking people to pay for this amenity through a collection of funds despite whether someone is interested in becoming a member or not. Village Attorney Castaldo confirmed that he had read the most updated proposal thoroughly, had provided the Village with a draft opinion of the legalities surrounding the deed, and that there would need to be a mandatory fee approved through a membership process addressing the usage of tennis courts or other available amenities. Village Manager Summers stated that the provision within the current deed dictates that a referendum would be required for something such as the property tax increase as one example, but not for a building replacement. Trustee Martin expressed disappointment over claims of being biased in the financial model meant to be used as a flexible and adjustable tool for exploring different scenarios and fostering informed discussions. She addressed the Village's stand on opposition to subsidizing the Bath & Tennis operations, the option of investing the taxpayers' money in facilities that lack a long-term solution to funding, in turn risking the repetition of past mistakes. She advocated for a balanced approach, urging fiscal responsibility and financial viability for future generations. Trustee Manzo expressed concerns regarding inaccurate statements about the Sports Core proposal and recent contentious meetings and felt the need to clarify that the extensive analysis had been conducted, and multiple options were considered, challenging claims that no such efforts were made. He emphasized that the proposal involves refurbishing existing buildings without the addition of new buildings on the property and refuted the idea of imposing a mandatory fee on residents to sustain its operations. He highlighted a previous large expenditure of a building without similar public outcry, comparing it to the current situation with the difference being that the Village has an option of accepting funding from an external source. He urged more civil discussions moving forward and warned against giving into fearmongering tactics. 9. BOARD UPDATES Trustee Reddy recalled his childhood celebrating Eid Al-Adha 2025, and made an observation regarding the recent surge in public engagement through meetings and on social media, finding the community engagement especially encouraging. He announced the Oak Brook International Festival was scheduled for September 14, 2025, with the goal of to fostering diversity and unity in the community through food, culture, music, crafts and arts. He wished everyone a Happy Father's Day. Trustee Manzo thanked everyone for coming out to the meetings, expressed his appreciation to staff for the work that went into the presentations and providing additional information in a timely manner. He corrected his earlier statement about no one talking about shutting down B&T operations, noting that many residents called for it during the first meeting and affirmed his commitment to finding a solution to sustainable funding. Trustee Tiesenga shared his discontent with the reference to the B&T proposal as the "Chic Chef Proposal", highlighting inconsistencies in the business's operations, noting that the business runs from a building on public property and is not intended for such use and violates the deed and zoning laws, as the catering operations have taken precedence over the permitted uses, overwhelming the intended function of the space. Board of Trustees Minutes Page 11 of 11 Regular Meeting of June 10, 2025 Trustee Jain thanked the public for their participation and presence, thanked Information Technology Director Gilbert for his assistance with the presentations and expressed appreciation to the staff for everything they do. Trustee Nagle announced he was hosting the 630party on June 30th at the Drake Hotel, an event brought back by popular demand. Trustee Martin reminded everyone that with all the commotion and debates regarding the Bath & Tennis Club it is important to remember the reasons why it actually matters and the joy that comes from it. She stated that the memberships for residents are still open and with the upcoming Father's Day there will be a pool party with numerous activities and encouraged everyone to come out and enjoy the amenity. President Herman concluded the comments by speaking about the length of the meetings and having the opportunity to hear everyone speak during their lengthy meetings. He expressed his gratitude to staff for the continued great work and addressed the need for staff to sit through lengthy meeting discussions that do not specifically involve them. 10.ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION President Herman reminded everyone that, since there is no additional business on the Agenda the Regular Board of Trustees Meeting will adjourn from the Upper-Level Conference Room following the adjournment of the Closed Session. MOTION: To Adjourn the Regular Board of Trustees Meeting to Closed Session at 10.24 p.m. Motioned: Trustee Reddy Seconded: Trustee Jain ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed 11.ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Motion to Adjourn Regular Board of Trustees at 11:03 p.m. Motioned: Trustee Manzo Seconded: Trustee Tiesenga ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: 6 Trustees Jain, Manzo, Martin, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga Nays: 0 None Abstain: 0 None Absent: 0 None Motion Passed ATTEST: Netasha Scarpiniti Village Clerk /s/ Netasha Scarpiniti