HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 01/27/2026 - Board of TrusteesBoard of Trustees Minutes Page 1 of 5 Regular Meeting of January 27, 2026
MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 27, 2026 REGULAR
MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF OAK BROOK
APPROVED AS WRITTEN ON
FEBRUAR Y 24, 2026
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 7:01 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2.ROLL CALL
Clerk Netasha Scarpiniti called the roll:
PRESENT: Trustees Michael Manzo, James Nagle, Edward Tiesenga and President Laurence E. Herman
VIA ZOOM: Trustee A. Suresh Reddy
ABSENT: Trustees Naveen Jain, Melissa Martin
IN ATTENDANCE: Village Manager Greg Summers, Assistant Village Manager Joseph Mitchell, Information
Technology Director Tom Gilbert, Police Chief Brian Strockis, Public Works Director Tim O'Malley, 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 Meganne Trela
3.PRESIDENT’S OPENING COMMENTS
President Herman explained the reasons why Trustees Martin and Trustee Jain were absent. He extended his
deepest condolences on behalf of the Board to Trustee Jain and his family on the passing of his mother,
acknowledged the passing of Jorie Butler Kent and former Trustee Jerry Wolin, and invited Trustee Tiesenga to
offer remarks reflecting his relationship with Mr. Wolin.
Trustee Tiesenga honored Mr. Wolin’s contributions to the Village of Oak Brook Board, highlighting his impact on
pension oversight. He noted that Mr. Wolin exemplified the highest standard of the Trustee’s oath, committing to
serve “to the very best of my ability.” Trustee amounted that an oak tree would be planted in Mr. Wolin’s memory,
symbolizing his righteousness and integrity. He invited Mr. Wolin’s wife and daughter to offer a few comments.
President Herman thanked Mrs. Wolin and Trustee Tiesenga for their remarks and announced that former Trustee
Jerry Wolin and Jorie Butler Kent would be honored at the Village's Arbor Day dedication ceremony by planting
trees in their memory and the installation of commemorative plaques at the Oak Brook Historical Society property.
President Herman announced that beginning in March 2026 the Mayslake estate building will be closed for a
minimum of one year to address asbestos removal and accessibility-type improvements. He stated that the dog park
will remain open during this period. Police Chief Strockis was invited to begin his presentation.
A.Police Lifesaving Presentation
Police Chief Strockis recognized the bravery of three officers - Officer Kyle Lovelace, Officer Jamie
Wilson, and Officer Victor Gadjanski - who received the Medal of Life Award for their heroic actions
during a critical incident involving the rescue of an unconscious man from a burning vehicle on December
21, 2025. He commended their actions, and a video of the incident was shown to highlight their efforts.
Deputy Chiefs Huff and Christopherson presented the Certificates, and Police Chief Strockis presented the
officers with commemorative pins to wear on their uniform.
President Herman thanked the officers for their bravery and expressed pride in their dedication.
4.PUBLIC COMMENTS
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None
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Regular Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes of January 13, 2026
MOTION: To Approve Regular Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes of January 13, 2026
Motioned: Trustee Nagle
Seconded: Trustee Manzo
VOICE VOTE: Passed
B. Regular Executive Meeting Minutes of August 12, 2025
MOTION: To Approve Regular Executive Meeting Minutes of August 12, 2025
Motioned: Trustee Manzo
Seconded: Trustee Nagle
VOICE VOTE: Passed
C. Regular Executive Meeting Minutes of November 11, 2025
MOTION: To Approve Regular Executive Meeting Minutes of November 11, 2025
Motioned: Trustee Manzo
Seconded: Trustee Nagle
VOICE VOTE: Passed
D. Regular Executive Meeting Minutes of December 9, 2025
MOTION: To Approve Regular Executive Meeting Minutes of December 9, 2025
Motioned: Trustee Manzo
Seconded: Trustee Nagle
VOICE VOTE: Passed
6. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Accounts Payable for Period Ending: January 21, 2026 - $1,259,347.22
1. LEGAL SERVICES:
a) Anspach Law Office - Legal Services - September, October and November 2025 - $80,535.00 (FY25
YTD - $118,749.75)
b) Lamp Law LLC - Legal Services - December 2025 - $3,333.33 (FY2025 YDT - $39,999.96
TOTAL LEGAL BUDGET FOR 2025 - $325,287.96
TOTAL LEGAL BILLS PAID FOR 2025 - YTD - $645,321.80
2. DuPage Water Commission - Water Consumption - December 2025 - $398,813.80
3. The Sivi Group - Hauling and Disposal of Excavation Spoils Project - $27,104.00
4. Winkler's Tree Service - 2025 Sectional Pruning - $40,882.50
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5. Right Stuff Software - Time and Attendance Software Installation and Training - $39,040.00
6. Enterprise FM Trust - Vehicle Leases - November 2025, December 2025 and January 2026 - $138,976.33
B. Approval of Payroll Paydate: January 22, 2026 - $978,389.66
C. Village of Oak Brook – Monthly Financial Reports - November 2025
D. Village of Oak Brook – Monthly Financial Reports - December 2025
E. Authorization to Seek Bids or Proposals or Negotiate Contracts:
1. Request for bid purchase and installation of garage bay doors for golf driving range
President Herman asked Clerk Scarpiniti to read the Consent Agenda.
MOTION: Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda and Authorize the expenditures presented.
Motioned: Trustee Tiesenga
Seconded: Trustee Manzo
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga
Nays: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Absent: 2 Trustees Jain, Martin
Motion Passed
7. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
None
8. ACTIVE BUSINESS
A. Ordinances & Resolutions
1. Resolution R-2343 A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement By and
Between the Village of Oak Brook and Chicagoland Pool Management, LLC for the 2026 Pool
Management Services
Sports Core Director Segura presented Resolution R-2343.
MOTION: Resolution R-2343 A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of an
Agreement By and Between the Village of Oak Brook and Chicagoland Pool Management, LLC for
the 2026 Pool Management Services
Motioned: Trustee Manzo
Seconded: Trustee Nagle
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga
Nays: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Absent: 2 Trustees Jain, Martin
Motion Passed
2. Resolution R-2344, A Resolution to Waive Competitive Bidding and Approve the Purchase of one (1) Brine
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Maker/Brine Master 3000 from Kaplan Liquid Solutions, Ingleside, IL
Public Works Director O'Malley Presented Resolution 2344.
MOTION: Resolution R-2344, A Resolution to Waive Competitive Bidding and Approve the
Purchase of one (1) Brine Maker/Brine Master 3000 from Kaplan Liquid Solutions, Ingleside, IL
Motioned: Trustee Manzo
Seconded: Trustee Tiesenga
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga
Nays: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Absent: 2 Trustees Jain, Martin
Motion Passed
3. Resolution R-2345, A Resolution to Waive Competitive Bidding and Approve Staff to Purchase
Merchandise for Resale for the Oak Brook Golf Club
Sports Core Director Segura presented Resolution R-2345.
MOTION: Resolution R-2345, A Resolution to Waive Competitive Bidding and Approve Staff to
Purchase Merchandise for Resale for the Oak Brook Golf Club
Motioned: Trustee Tiesenga
Seconded: Trustee Manzo
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga
Nays: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Absent: 2 Trustees Jain, Martin
Motion Passed
4. Resolution R-2347, A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement By and
Between the Village of Oak Brook and Crain's Chicago Business
Assistant Village Manager Mitchell presented Resolution R-2347.
MOTION: Resolution R-2347, A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of an
Agreement By and Between the Village of Oak Brook and Crain's Chicago Business
Motioned: Trustee Manzo
Seconded: Trustee Nagle
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga
Nays: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Absent: 2 Trustees Jain, Martin
Motion Passed
B. Confirmation of Appointments
1. Confirmation of Appointments - Community Engagement Committee
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President Herman stated that the Community Engagement Committee has a vacancy due to a resignation,
and he has chosen Madhuri Reddy to fill the position.
MOTION: To Confirm a New Appointment to the Community Engagement Committee
Motioned: Trustee Manzo
Seconded: Trustee Tiesenga
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga
Nays: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Absent: 2 Trustees Jain, Martin
Motion Passed
9.BOARD UPDATES
Trustees Nagle, Manzo, and Reddy addressed the public.
10.ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Motion to Adjourn Regular Board of Trustees to Closed Session at 7:35 p.m.
President Herman announced that no additional business will be conducted after the closed meeting bad the Regular
Meeting will be adjourned form the Upper-Level Conference Room.
Motioned: Trustee Tiesenga
Seconded: Trustee Manzo
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 4 Trustees Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga
Nays: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Absent: 2 Trustees Jain, Martin
Motion Passed
11.ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Motion to Reconvene and Adjourn the Regular Board of Trustees at 8:50 p.m.
Motioned: Trustee Manzo
Seconded: Trustee Tiesenga
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: 5 Trustees Manzo, Nagle, Reddy, Tiesenga and President Herman
Nays: 0 None
Abstain: 0 None
Absent: 2 Trustees Jain, Martin
Motion Passed
ATTEST:
Netasha Scarpiniti
Village Clerk
/s/ Netasha Scarpiniti