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Trustees discuss trail connections, Meadowview park and Lamers Park brush-clearing grant
Summary
Trustees reported public interest in expanding trail connections to Cook County Forest Preserve, potential park planning in Meadowview subdivision and an awarded grant for brush clearing at Lamers Park.
Trustee Reinders reported on parks-committee discussions and a strong public response to the village’s trail system planning. Residents suggested exploring a northern connection to Cook County Forest Preserve trails to lengthen routes for frequent trail users, the trustee said.
The parks committee and staff are also reviewing potential land opportunities to provide a park in the Meadowview subdivision; Trustee Reinders said staff will “talk to some of the land owners” about possible donations or acquisition options for a future park there.
Trustees said the village secured a grant for brush clearing at Lamers Park. Trustee Reinders and staff (including staff members Jennifer Vittoria and Gia, referenced in committee remarks) were thanked for grant work. Public Works Director Brent Woods also received recognition for snow removal and street maintenance during winter weather.
Community Development committee scheduling was noted: Trustees said there will be no committee meeting this month and the next meeting is set for Tuesday, March 25. Trustee Stylin said the community development committee is working with the environment committee on a tree and landscape ordinance and invited residents to provide input to Trustee Consolino.
These were informational reports; no board action was taken on the trail connection, Meadowview park or tree ordinance during the meeting.
