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Board hears Rogers Towing proposal; trustees question heavy‑duty rates
Summary
Rogers Towing presented to the Village of University Park as a recommended tow provider; trustees questioned the heavy‑duty tow flat rate and minimums while the presenter cited local experience and a sheriff's recommendation.
The board received a presentation from Rogers Towing on a proposed towing-service agreement with the village. The presenter said he has 35 years of towing experience, has worked with the Will County Sheriff’s Office, and employs local residents.
Trustees asked about several rate items, in particular the heavy‑duty tow charge, which one trustee said appeared “almost like double” compared with the prior vendor. Mr. Rogers explained heavy‑duty tows involve additional equipment and labor and noted a minimum‑time component; in the materials he referenced a heavy‑duty figure of $605.50 and described a typical hourly/minimum structure for extended‑service tows.
The police chief and trustees praised having a responsive, local tow company, noting the operational value when officers are out of service while waiting for a tow. No formal contract vote was recorded at this meeting; trustees asked staff to include the proposal and its rate structure in the packet for a future decision and to ensure any pricing comparisons reflect minimums and heavy‑duty definitions.
