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Sale of village jet rodder to Macon tabled pending legal review of bidding rules
Summary
Trustees discussed a proposed $15,000 sale of an old jet rodder to the City of Macon but tabled the matter until the village attorney researches whether municipal-to-municipal transfers or sales under $25,000 require public bids.
The board discussed a proposed transfer of an old jet rodder to the City of Macon for $15,000 but decided to table the sale while obtaining legal guidance on procurement rules.
Trustee Nelson asked whether the village must advertise the equipment for public bids or if a municipality-to-municipality sale is exempt. Christian Vacker said Macon intended to vote on the purchase that night; others recalled different reported amounts (Paso thought $1,500; Nelson referenced a sweeper for $2,500). Resident Louis Broccardo cited Illinois Code (ILCS 5-8-10-7 Chapter 24) noting procurement timelines for contracts above $10,000 and urged following the correct process. Jarred (staff/attorney) said he would research municipal procurement rules and return with an answer. Nelson moved to table the item until legal research is complete; Dees seconded and the board voted to table (all ayes).
The board instructed staff to confirm whether a municipality-to-municipality sale is exempt from public bid procedures or whether a public bid with a $15,000 reserve is required.
