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Homer Glen trustees approve routine ordinances and budget items, including animal‑code update
Summary
Trustees approved consent items including accounts payable, a liquor‑license increase, a plot dedication, events calendar, an amendment aligning the village animal code with the Illinois Humane Care for Animals Act (510 ILCS 70), and housekeeping zoning amendments; votes carried by roll call.
HOMER GLEN, Ill. — At its January meeting the Village Board approved several consent and ordinance items, including a change to the village animal code to align enforcement with the Illinois Humane Care for Animals Act (510 ILCS 70), an increase of one Class A liquor license, and acceptance of a plot of dedication for public roadway purposes.
What passed: The board approved the accounts‑payable report for Jan. 17–29, 2026, and the treasurer’s report showing cash and investments; it also approved an ordinance amending section 83‑68 to increase the number of Class A restaurant/service bar liquor licenses by one; a plot of dedication for public roadway was accepted by ordinance; and the board adopted amendments to Chapter 69 (Animals) to change the code language to ‘animals running at large’ and to mirror the Illinois Humane Care for Animals Act to provide enforcement authority to staff.
Why the animal code change: Trustees said the amendment clarifies terminology and gives staff clear authority to investigate and enforce animal welfare standards under the state law. Trustee Reinders said the changes largely mirror state requirements: “Basically, I think we are just going to be mirroring the, the state, laws.” Code compliance officer Ron Cuss was acknowledged for the update.
Other housekeeping: Trustees also initiated the process for various tax‑related amendments to the zoning ordinance (Case HG2604‑A) as routine housekeeping. The proposed 2026 events calendar was approved, with trustees noting plans to incorporate the village’s anniversary and sensory‑sensitive event arrangements.
Votes at a glance: all items listed above were approved by roll call during the meeting; roll call entries recorded trustees voting in the affirmative and the mayor declared the motions carried.
Next steps: Any implementation actions tied to these approvals (for example, changes to enforcement procedures under the animal code) will be managed by staff and reported back to the board as needed.
