Romeoville Village Council approves hotel redevelopment and rejects initial water main bids

The Village Board of Romeoville convened on March 19, 2025, to discuss several key resolutions impacting local development and infrastructure. The meeting highlighted significant decisions regarding bids for public projects, a new hotel development agreement, and updates on state audits.

One of the primary discussions centered on the approval of a bid from McKay Hill for $31,001.80 for an unspecified project, which was unanimously supported by the board. Following this, the board addressed the rejection of all bids for the Romeoville IEPA SRF Year 1 water main project. The bids received were either non-responsive or exceeded the estimated project costs. The board decided to re-advertise and re-bid the project, a move aimed at ensuring compliance with regulations and achieving a more favorable financial outcome.

Another significant topic was the approval of a development agreement with Normanton Hotel LLC. This agreement proposes the construction of a branded hotel with approximately 100 rooms, utilizing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds and a portion of the hotel-motel tax revenue to incentivize the project. The village aims to stimulate further development in the area, potentially attracting restaurants and other businesses to enhance local economic growth.

Additionally, the board acknowledged the receipt of reports from the Illinois Department of Transportation regarding audits of motor fuel tax expenditures, confirming compliance with regulations dating back to 2006. This routine housekeeping measure ensures that the village's use of motor fuel tax funds aligns with state guidelines.

Lastly, the board authorized participation in the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network, updating agreements to reflect current practices and liability concerns.

Overall, the meeting underscored the village's commitment to fostering development and maintaining compliance with state regulations, setting the stage for future growth and infrastructure improvements in Romeoville.