Trustees approve multiple special use permits including Peace Marketplace and Lale Coffee Shop

The Village of Orland Park Board of Trustees convened on June 3, 2025, to discuss several key agenda items, including financial approvals and special use permits for local businesses and schools.

One of the notable discussions centered around the approval of accounts payable for the period from May 20 to June 2, 2025, totaling $1,363,024.22. The motion was unanimously approved by the trustees present.

The board also addressed a series of items on the consent agenda, which included payroll approvals and various special use permits. Among these, the special use permit for the restaurant Peace Marketplace was highlighted. Trustee Malani moved to approve this permit, emphasizing the importance of transparency and community input, especially given its proximity to residential areas. The motion passed with support from the board.

Another significant item was the special use permit for the expansion of Fernway Park Elementary School. Trustee Lawler moved to approve this permit, which aims to add an addition to the existing school building, ensuring compliance with zoning regulations. This motion also received unanimous support.

The board further discussed the dedication of a portion of 80 Eighth Avenue for Fernway Park Elementary School, which was approved to facilitate the school’s operations. Additionally, an intergovernmental agreement regarding a monument sign for the school was also passed.

Trustee Lawler introduced a motion regarding the Waterfall Plaza bond request, which aims to secure development for the plaza behind Lovers Lane. The board acknowledged previous issues with the property but noted that the new developer is now in good standing and committed to completing the necessary improvements.

Lastly, the meeting included a discussion on the Tinley Creek Streambank Stabilization project, where an amendment to the contract was proposed due to challenges in securing easements from property owners. The board approved the amendment, which will allow the project to proceed despite the complications.

Overall, the meeting underscored the board's commitment to local development, community engagement, and infrastructure improvements, with several motions passing unanimously, reflecting a collaborative approach among the trustees.