GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
SPECIAL MEETING
JUNE 26, 2019
The special meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:00 p.m.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Wagner, Newton, Standish, Hellriegel, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor Nolan,
and Clerk Coffey.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
● Roberta Schultz of 8543 W Dralle voiced her dismay regarding her neighbors, meth lab to the west,
and horse stable to the east. Horses always on her property (she has video). She has called & went
to Sheriff’s Dept, called Dept. of Agriculture, and acquired “Crime Stopper” signs. Last Saturday 18
horses ripping apart her property, citing they need to have “Animal at Large” tickets issued.
Supervisor Nolan stated she was over 2 minutes & promised to speak with her after the meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
● Vote to adopt Township Budget
Trustee Hellriegel made a motion to adopt Township Budget with a second by Trustee Wagner.
Roll Call: Hellriegel, yes; Wagner, yes; Newton, no; Standish, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion passed 4-1.
● Vote to adopt Road District Budget
There was a motion by Trustee Wagner to adopt Road District Budget, with a second by Trustee
Standish.
Roll Call: Wagner, yes; Standish, yes; Newton, no; Hellriegel, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion passed 4-1.
● Vote to Amend Budget on August 12th meeting if needed.
Murday asks to explain? Supervisor Nolan responds “in the middle of this right now, wait til I’m
done.” Hellriegel asks if you want to vote to changing what we had before to today? Nolan states
“amend if needed.” Trustee Hellriegel makes that motion, Supervisor Nolan asks for a second?
Trustee Standish was the second.
Roll Call: Hellriegel, yes; Standish, yes; Wagner, yes; Newton, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion passed 5-0.
Trustee Wagner asks if July meeting is 30 days prior to the August meeting, stating amending has to follow
same process as passing budget. Supervisor Nolan states yes, hearing beforehand. Trustee Newton verified
dates.
There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Wagner, Supervisor Nolan going back to Public
Comments.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Murday always expressed concern over Public Comments before meeting. Is purpose for July meeting to revisit
budgets approved today? Nolan states correct, there are funds inside Town Fund like Park Property which
should be in its own Fund, not Town. Sometime after Bill Wagner they went in Town Fund. Once accountant
instructs what to do, we’ll be in a better spot. This may require amending in August. Murday: Thought to confer
with council & accountant. Murday: Special Meeting was to pass budget so bills could be paid? Nolan: Needed
to be done by end of month. Striggow: Is Park Fund the only amendment for August? Nolan: So far, probably
will be on July agenda to discuss. Russell: Are tonight’s budgets same budgets presented at last meeting?
Nolan: 1 change in whole entire budget, money moved to legal services. Russell: Does that mean 30 day lead?
Nolan: No, can amend budget during meetings too, not amend, change with same appropriations.
Russell: Motor Fuel Tax Funds, is there a line item for those or lumped together? Wagner: Believes it’s under
Replacement tax. Nolan agrees. Striggow: Wasn’t there always line item for Motor Fuel? Wagner: Thinks
always under Replacement Tax. Clerk Coffey presented last years budget, Motor Fuel, line item under
Revenue.
Supervisor Nolan states he will look into that. Russell: Can you comment about legalities of how money was
moved? Nolan: Attorney will probably be at next meeting, all legal citing statute codes. Russell: So your allowed
to move funds not reported at an Annual or Regular Meeting? Nolan: cites statute code, stating they are
moveable without general meeting. Supervisor Nolan apologizes, he meant they could be loaned under those
statutes. Russell: Will that be reclassified & paid back? Nolan: Yes. Wagner: It was always a loan. Nolan:
County deposits into 1 Fund, this is first year County offers more Funds. May be up to 4 accounts.
There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Hellriegel. Voice vote:
Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
BUDGET HEARING
JUNE 10, 2019
The Green Garden Township Budget Hearing was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 6:45 p.m.
Supervisor Nolan read the Road District Budget & Appropriation Ordinance RB2019-02, and the Township
Budget & Appropriation Ordinance TF2019-02.
Comments- Murday: $230,000 balance not spent. Revenue $659,000. Expenses projected $877,000 about
200,000 plus over revenue. Is there a way to balance? Are we trying to use surplus? Massat: Always make
sure you have enough money in those accounts in case something comes up, you can only spend what is in
the budget. Stone 90,000 if I need 100,000 where from? Murday: Have we ever spent only what is
anticipated? Not project 200,000 over revenue? Massat: We always go over, do we spend over? Sometimes
we do, sometimes we don’t, depends on how bad winters are for salt & payroll. Murday: Understand need for
emergency money, question is we have budgeted 220,000 over revenue, if we didn’t have surplus it wouldn’t
be balanced. Wagner: It is still a balanced budget because you are not going into a deficit. Always start with
carry over, add revenue, subtract expenditures, ending carried over to following year. Last year carried over
20,000 had less snow, so carrying 230,000. If it is not in the budget, it cannot be spent. Murday: If we budget
220,000 over revenue, reason being surplus, and spend rainy day fund, we may not carry anything over if
spent, my concern is being a zero budget. Spend what you bring in. Fiscally responsible way, and if we don’t
use the 230,000 will we lose it? Wagner: What do we do with it? If we don’t put it in the budget we can’t use
it. Murday: Can it go back to the taxpayers? Striggow: Yes it can. Stoub: Reduce Levy to account for surplus.
Wagner: You can reduce levy for next year, what if that’s not enough? Massat: What if there’s a big rain
storm & half the roads wash away? Wagner: Or the snow of “67?” Massat: All the salt, where do we get the
money?
Stoub: How’s credit rating for emergencies? Wagner: Why would you want to borrow? Murday: A lot of what
if’s, to his point, we’re budgeting to overstep, so how can we get it back to the taxpayer? Stoub: Can it, was
the question, how, is a different question. Murday: I don’t think anybody doesn’t want to prepare for rainy day,
what I see is 230,000 sitting there from taxpayers, and I want to know where it’s going, and if any of it can
come back? Then I look at budget proposed 220,000 over revenue, yes it’s balanced but would it be, without
it, or 230,000 to the red? My thought, to be fiscally responsible. Here are revenues, here are expenses, if you
need to build in that expense, build it in somewhere within that revenue, but we have 230,000 cushion
already sitting there. Whether you give it to the taxpayers or not, is up to the board. My concern is, where can
we tighten ship? Wagner: We also have to look at over time, do we want roads to improve or degrade? If we
don’t continue to increase levies & raise road funds (not tax rates) we’d still have gravel roads. If we have
surplus it gives opportunity to improve worst roads, tar & chip some, and pave some that need paving. I think
we always need to be improving roads. Murday: Not disagreeing, then should be built into budget, spend
what you have. If taxpayers complain, you tell them “that’s what we have.” Problem I have is your sitting on
230,000 surplus and the roads are what they are. Rainy day fund, build into budget. Then still balanced.
Wagner: That’s what we’re doing, we don’t want people to say we gave it back & now the roads have
degraded. It was this year, that much carried over. Stoub: What were budget expenses last year, compared
to this year? Point, revenues were 600 couldn’t have been much more last year, expenses this year
budgeted at 800, were they budgeted for 800 last year, and came in at 400? Resulting in 200 surplus?
Wagner: That’s exactly what happened, we always try to leave about 13,000. Stoub: Has this been
continuously building, and are we budgeting to spend all or anticipate surplus at year end? Wagner: Typically
have surplus, at the end of the year we are coming off winter with snow plowing, salt, or washouts, we
always budget everything we have, and carry some. If really bad winter, we may not have any to carry.
Nolan: Joint Road & Bridge we always have surplus regardless, have to have it to look at what bridges your
going to do, to balance. Part of this is also equipment fund we’re saving money to repair equipment also.
Wagner: The 230,000 they’re talking about is outside of those. Murday: Other line items- 22,000
miscellaneous income, source? Massat: If I have to hire guys, correct Bill? Wagner: Example: Like when
Com-Ed comes in and pays for damage to roads, these are revenues not anticipated. Striggow: Was that
based on last year’s? Wagner: Most based on last year’s, have it now where last year’s come out exact on
these items. Striggow: 230,000 would “Retained Earnings” be a better way to put on budget? So it doesn’t
look like your spending it, when holding for a rainy day? Murday: Problem now is you’ve budgeted to spend,
instead of retain. Contractual Services (largest expense item) What is that 300,000? Nolan: Tar & chippers,
pavers. Murday: Is it for material? Massat: Material, labor, contracts, to pave, and tar & chip. Nolan: Average
mile road to tar & chip is 145,000 if I’m not mistaken. Murday: So to Bill’s point, to make sure money is there
so is it already budgeted? 300,000 is for road upkeep, already part of budget, we don’t have to worry about
rainy day. Other road materials 40,000? Massat: Culverts, working on bridges. Murday: You already have
culverts listed on material 15,000, the other commodities lower. Massat: Guardrails, it could be anything.
Wagner: If gravel comes in at 130,000 we’d be covered with the 40,000. It subsidizes the other items. Stoub:
So it's actually a rainy day fund. Wagner: Unforeseen, 40,000 buffer. Striggow: Contractual Services are
about 70,000 more than last year, are we doing more paving? What roads are designated? Massat:
Bruns,Dralle, overlay 14 miles tar & chip. Nolan: Can I stop to start Regular Meeting and pick back up in
Public Comments?

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 10, 2019
The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:09 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Wagner, Standish, Newton, Hellriegel, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor
Nolan, and Clerk Coffey.
(Change in Agenda) PUBLIC COMMENTS- Murday: Concerned as resident, people are going to look very
closely, need for transparency. I see 220,000 in expenses exceeding revenues, are we going to eat that up?
Is that the way to go? Same concern for Township budget, can that go back to the taxpayers? People live
here because taxes are less than incorporated areas, mine are comparable. Wagner: Are you talking bottom
line? Murday: Bottom line monies, most coming from taxes. Try to see what we can do to lighten load. The
school District being lionshare, but this is important. People would welcome any relief. Tightening the budget
should be looked at, we talk about it and gloss over. I think people are going to start looking closely at
expenses. Do the right thing for people, benefit the township. We are here to represent interests of the
people , whether monies can go back to the people, I don’t know. We should figure it out, 5,000 budgeted for
legal fees. Biggest concern, spending surplus instead of balancing. Nolan: Everyone knows where I stand on
taxes, first step, is to make sure everyone is paying their fair share, and assessments are correct. Once we
have an Assessor we can go back & see if we can cut rate, problem is you cut rate you can’t get it back. New
Lenox had the lowest rate, they didn’t want to increase, now they have a problem. Industrial property over
here paying $300.00, that’s wrong in my belief. That’s what Assessors will do, once corrected we can look at
rate. This is all part of the PAMS system, it takes all that in. Taxes are key in everything. Murday: Makes
sense, and thank you & board for going down the road, but it doesn’t answer the question before us now. I
want elected officials to know that people are looking at this and if it doesn’t make sense, they will have
questions. Not balanced bothers me, rainy day fund for roads, but 300,000 for roads. Then what did you just
tell me 10 minutes ago? Open, honest, specific. If past needs to be changed, let’s change it. Massat: I’ll tell
you one question, you’d be surprised how many people call asking when I’m paving their subdivision? All
Canterbury 1-5, Links Edge, Saddle Ridge, all want to know, and there’s no money to do their subdivisions.
Soon they will all need to be done, if not budgeted, you’ll all be on gravel road in 10 years. Murday: You’re
sitting on 230,000, could that money have been used to do those roads? Then act on it. Massat: We are
paving roads this year, unfortunately, not yours. There are roads being paved. Murday: My road is fine.
Massat: We’ll be at zero, watch and see, may have a bad snow. Murday: My response to taxpayer would be,
we can only spend what we budgeted, if money is not there, we can’t do it. For the money to sit, you lose
credibility, surplus there, roads still not fixed. Massat: We’ll spend that 200,000 this year to pave. Murday:
Hopefully not just to get rid of it. Wagner: Are there roads in Green Garden needing to be improved? Murday:
I don’t know. Stoub: If you live on gravel, yes. If you live on Harlem, no. Unfair question, based on
perspective. Wagner: If you drive around, hit pot holes or gravel, always need for improvement. Murday:
Absolutely, we have 300,000 budgeted. Wagner: Only reason 300,000 is because of 230,000 carry over.
Murday: Or maybe other places to cut it.
Schultz: Proposed subdivision on 45? Nolan: Green Subdivision actually industrial park (Pleckham). Schultz:
Township have any say? Or only Frankfort? Nolan: We zoned for industrial, he’s breaking for industrial park,
he has more acreage zoned industrial. Frankfort has jurisdiction for 1 ½ mile, so now amendments have to
go through Frankfort before county. Striggow: Doesn’t courtesy start here? Nolan: We did our part, already
zoned. Striggow: Why’d you give him 10 acres, if he can spin off 7 ½? Nolan: Comprehensive Plan had
industrial & commercial on 45, he bought from foreclosure. Striggow: He’ll probably split more. Murday: It will
be before Planning Commission in July. Pleckham is selling his building, and wants to subdivide (2) 5 acre
parcels to build another shop for himself. Selling existing parcel to Venture Capital Co. from Minnesota, does
all landlording for United Rental. They will store generators I-1 zoning does not permit the storage for these
generators. Special Use Permit hearing before Green Garden July 1st. No other road than what exists now
on to 45, Pleckham has right of access to existing road. Massat: 45 is a state road. No different than
shopping mall. Murday: Buyers & Sellers will be at meeting if anyone has concerns. Nolan: Frankfort has
jurisdiction Manhattan-Monee to Stuenkel, that’s why they went to Frankfort.
Schultz: When people post road bond, is that actual money? Nolan: They write check, we deposit. Schultz:
So you have money & don’t give back? Massat: I don’t want to cause problems, but your farmer lady didn’t
get a nickel back. That other guy shouldn’t either. Those 6 wheelers not going to him, the pool company
going to Dralle, some guy bringing dirt onto his lot. Not all the traffic was going to that guy. I ran him down.
They put money down for every pool they put in township, I told him, “Don’t plan on getting it back.” Schultz:
Where does that money go? Massat: Bank. Schultz: Bank to what fund? Massat: In the bonding fund.
Schultz: How does that get spent? Massat: It don’t get spent, if no damage, you get money back. Schultz:
When they don’t get money back? Massat: It stays in that bond. Schultz: It doesn’t get used? Massat:
Sometimes I take it out, yeah. You have to show now the damage to the road. Schultz: I can show you.
Massat: So now when he comes out, I can say, you’re gonna have to post 10,000 bond, for every year. If I
catch damage, you’re not getting your money back. So it works not only 1 way, it should work all the way,
correct? Schultz: Yeah. Massat: I don’t make him (Striggow) put up 10,000 bond. Does he damage road?
Yes, he does, tires & all. Striggow: I’m coming in empty. Massat: You know that everybody damages the
road, big tractors with lugs on tires, everybody damages the roads. We all know that. Striggow: Have a
farmer use tax. Massat: Yeah, ok.
Schultz: Still have water problem. Newton: I spoke with Brian Radner at Land Use, gave all information to
him including neighbors address with the pond. He is to call back. Schultz: I’m going to have to fix my fields,
how does that go? Newton: This is the first step. Massat: County would not make that guy east of me fix his
drain tile. They knew everything flows that way, he wanted me to get in 3 feet of water & show him it goes
that way. Schultz: You’re downhill you take all the water. Hire a drainage attorney. Newton: I didn’t hear from
them today. I will follow up, let you know, and willing to meet them out there.
Stoub: Mine’s coming back to money, a few questions came up. First, January 2019 minutes state in
November of 2017 220,000 Township Fund (tax money) used to purchase Road District equipment. Under
what statute in Illinois is this permitted? Same minutes, you pass a Retro Active Resolution, what statute
allows retro resolution? What statute allows loan from Township Fund to another fund? Statute is very clear,
you can transfer from 1 fund to another, very specific about the procedure. There is no statute for retro active
resolution, heads to next question, by doing it, circumvents referendum process. If the roads need more
money there is a referendum process. Come to the people, we vote whether we agree if roads need
improving, or was it done to circumvent the referendum process? Statute also calls for surplus limit. In
Township fund, 2 ½ times 3 previous years expenses (Rauner). If that money had not been loaned or given,
we would have hit that surplus limit. Triggering immediate response from board to massively cut levy, to get
the surplus under law, or issue refunds to taxpayers. All of these are large questions, I’m not a lawyer, not
with the State’s Attorney, this is for them to decide if it’s criminal. Retro acting a loan? Statute, specific on tax
collected money. Nolan: Not a retro active resolution, it was put into play when we did Annual Town meeting,
it came up, you’re suppose to do a resolution for it. So basically, we corrected our issue. We should have
done a resolution, instead of a vote, we did actual loan on November 27, 2017. Moved monies over but
never did resolution. Coffey was correct, should have done resolution and cut checks, not transfer funds.
Resolution was to correct. Don’t need a resolution so he could go buy trucks, loan, cheaper if we had money,
rather than getting a loan. Nothing underhanded about it. Stoub: Still against Illinois statute, making it illegal.
Nolan: No, it’s not. Stoub: It absolutely is. It is against Illinois statute, there is not a statute that allows it.
Nolan: Tell me a statute that says, “I can’t.” Striggow: You can’t loan money between 2 funds without coming
to an Annual Meeting. Stoub: You can transfer by coming to an Annual Meeting, and having voting bodies
vote. Massat: You guys did it the first year I was in office, transferred 25,000. Striggow: Yes, we did at Annual
Town Meeting. Stoub: Statute clear, Annual Meeting or Special Meeting. Massat: Annual meeting was long
gone.
Nolan: City of New Lenox loaned fire district 1 million dollars. Striggow: Don’t care about that, we’re talking
Town money moved, Bill, you’ve been on the board long enough, hell, you know that. This is pretty basic
stuff here. Wagner: From a business point of view, makes more sense than the alternative of Road District
going out and getting loan, and interest. Striggow: The way it was moved, is the problem. Wagner: When
road gets widened Hall gets torn down, and we need to build. Do we want to borrow money, and pay
interest? Why pay interest, if we don’t have to. Striggow: Why not move money the right way? Stoub: The law
says so, knowingly violating it is different than unknowingly violating it. Still violation questions all of it.
Wagner: Thought we were making a smart decision, don’t pay a bank interest if we have money set aside or
Town Hall. Stoub: Not arguing financially makes sense, it’s the way you go about it. Include the taxpayers in
the decisions at an Annual Meeting or Special Meeting so we can weigh in on best financial decision. By
knowingly side stepping the very clear law written to prevent bad things from happening. If you are doing
things to go around the law, it questions the very integrity of this entire board. Wagner: Intent wasn’t to go
around the law and give the Road District money, it was a loan to be given back & everything to go back to
how it was. Stoub: I get township surplus, save money for a new town hall, probably a good idea. You can
establish a Capital Fund and legally transfer surplus into Capital Fund with voter approval, then money sits
safely to build building. Just to move money around is illegal. Wagner: So we need to establish a Capital
Fund? I like to do things legally and smart. Stoub: The trouble comes from undoing past 2 years of this
behavior, now the new budget to be voted on is to spend 200,000 more than money you have. Easiest thing
for you to do to correct (without any other fallout) is to move money back while you have it. Redo budget,
don’t vote today, get it all corrected first. Wagner: Best thing to do, do we need to call a special meeting to
redo resolution and create Capital Fund? Stoub: Might be a good time to use 5,000 legal fees. Murday: Go
to attorney you have on retainer and see what has to be done to rectify. Is there anything requiring this
budget to be passed tonight? Wagner: Only if you want to spend money. Can’t spend if there’s no budget.
Murday: Budget hearings start April 1st, have we not spent any money? Pretty confident, we have. Coffey:
Last day to conduct Budget Hearings and adopt Township and Road District Budgets 6-30-19. Murday: Does
it say last day to approve? June 30, 2019 last day to conduct budget Hearings & adopt Township and Road
District budgets. Budgets may be adopted in the 1st quarter of the fiscal year. (Do not adopt at Annual
Meeting) Township budget may be adopted at Public Hearing. The Road District shall be adopted at Public
Hearing. Newton: So we could hold a Special Meeting before June 30th deadline. Murday: You have
thankless positions, you’re trying to operate in the best interest of the Township with lots of moving parts, this
not directed at individuals, just making sure we’re doing things properly, so that people can’t second guess
later. Twenty years ago, maybe people weren’t looking so closely, with the age of social media, people see
and ask questions. Is it cumbersome? Sure, it makes things transparent. Advice: Call attorney, see what they
have to say to rectify. Stoub: Missed last meeting, had the option to contact State’s Attorney, go on social
media, make a big mess, and get people here. I chose to come here, and believe in you, you are elected
government body, we want to have faith. I do plan to turn all of this over, but wanted you to have a chance to
understand it. Get in touch with whoever you need, to make it right. Not disagreeing about financial aspect,
but there is a right way to do it. Wagner: Is that somewhat hypocritical? Your going to turn us in basically, is
what your saying.
Stoub: I think it’s the job of the State’s Attorney’s office whether they do anything with it or not. It’s Illinois,
lots going on, if you get it corrected, what are you getting? A stern talking to. It’s our money. Nolan: My
money too! Stoub: Do I think it had malicious intent? No, but I really don’t know any of it, or your intent.
Wagner: Intent was clear, save money, don’t pay to bank. We thought we were doing something smart,
budget would have needed to be increased to pay bank. Striggow: Money coming back interest free?
Wagner: Yes. Striggow: Intent was well, process was not. Wagner: We knew if we were giving money to the
Road District the process was different, we weren’t giving, it was a loan. We’ll let the attorney figure it out.
Striggow: Would Township Officials (TOI) be of any help? Wagner: Don’t know, our attorney could call them.
Schedule a Special Meeting to pass this budget? Newton: We have to, plenty of time before the 30th.
Striggow: Doesn’t notification have to go out? Murday: I would think attorney would tell you what you have to
do with notices etc. Wagner: No question, money has to go back, right? So what would impact be? Massat: It
ain’t gonna do no good, ain’t gonna help. Cut stone, tar & chip, who knows what weather’s gonna be.
Newton: Was any payment made (loan)? Wagner: I don’t think so. Nolan: 20,000 for this year. Newton: What
about last year? Nolan: I don’t think it was. Newton: There should have been 2 payments at this point. I think
only 1. Can we look at true balance? Stoub: Suggestion- pass budget as is, if it has to move back to a deficit
budget, or pass a deficit budget. Then you have time to move money right way. Newton: I want to consult
attorney. Nolan: I understand what Stoub is saying. Wagner: We can take 220,000 out of surplus caring over
13,000 (discussion). Massat: You’re gonna run into problems Bill, salt, stone, everything else. I don’t have to
push snow out of subdivisions this year. Nolan: I think we need to call a Special Meeting. Stoub: Multi-tier
ramifications. Murday: Ripple effect in Town Fund, thats 500,000 in surplus. Nolan: Reason you don’t want
Funds is they can be taxed. Stoub: You can open Capital Fund and levy for serious long term plans, if
demonstrating long term plans. Standish: If harm’s been done, does it make sense to pass if it won’t do
anymore harm? This was 3 months or last year, doing no more harm if we pass? Murday: We’re talking road
District, we haven’t even started with Township with the ripple effect. Capital Fund may help. Might behoove
us to take a time out and connect with council. Figure best course of action, pass next week, as opposed to
creating another layer of crap needing to undo, to get us where we need to be. Nolan: We can always amend
budget. Newton: Lets not do just what we think, we need attorney to see this through. Murday: Smart, curious
what other board members think? Hellriegel: Table it. Newton: I’m not signing it. Nolan: Fine, let's close
Public Comments.
(Agenda Change)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES- Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held May 13, 2019. There
was a motion to approve the minutes by Trustee Hellriegel, with a second by Trustee Standish. Voice vote:
Motion carried.
PLANNING COMMISSION- Resident told by County to go from A-2 to A-1 (24018 S Center, 10 acre parcel)
for the purpose of erecting structure for farm equipment. Massat: It’s bull, he doesn’t farm, and he’s asking
County, not the other way around.
Also, Application for Special Use Permit (Pleckham). Buyers and sellers to be present.
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER’S REPORT- None
TRUSTEE’S REPORT- None
NEW BUSINESS- There was a motion to “Table” budgets by Trustee Wagner, with a second by Trustee
Standish. Voice vote: Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS- There was a motion to “Table” Will-Ride by Trustee Hellriegel, with a second by Trustee
Wagner. Voice vote: Motion carried.
Supervisor Nolan was asking for motion to adjourn, Chris Russell interjected with a question. “Is the State’s
Attorney’s office investigating the Township?” Newton states, “Road District”. Massat responds, he has
cooperated in turning in fuel bills over 2 months ago. Stoub: Why? Massat: Don’t know, the gates are open
all day, while they work, he can’t be responsible for anything when gates are open all day.
There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Hellriegel, with a second by Trustee Wagner. Voice
vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:11p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 13, 2019
The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:01 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Wagner, Standish, Newton, Hellriegel, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor
Nolan, and Clerk Coffey.
Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held April 8, 2019. There was a motion to approve the
minutes by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Newton. Voice vote: Motion carried.
“WILL RIDE”
● Wendi Garlich, mobility manager for “Will-Ride” was in attendance to explain program & answer
questions.
● Green Garden Township, one of few not participating in program.
● 16 passenger busses coming out of Alsip, using scheduling software based on booking, also offering
subscription trips.
● Riders qualify under RTA or NEIL grants. Example given, RTA cost per trip at 50%:
○ Total cost / total rides per month. Starts at $38 to $42 paid by township. After applying grants
and $2 to $4 donations, average cost to Township $10 to $12 a ride one way. Another
example given was $25 round trip.
● Questions: Jim asked if we can restrict to Dr. appointments only? Wendi suggests set policy
beforehand. Cherie asked best way to reach residents, due to many not using internet. Answer:
May still post on website and word of mouth. Bill asks, which fund “Town” or “General Assistance?”
Answer: To be decided. Russ questioned insurance. Answer: Pace carries insurance.
● Examples of other Township costs:
○ Peotone budgets $3000 a year (not to exceed). Crete about $500-$600 a month. Monee
about $200-$300 a month. Washington about $70 a month.
● “Call Center” handles scheduling, Township need to approve (usually the Supervisor), Calculation
agreement, with a 60 day “out” clause.
● Wendi Garlich was thanked. Board tabled for now, Supervisor Nolan to contact TOI on how to
proceed. “Will-Ride” pamphlets attached.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
● Water issues on 88th Ave reported by Monroe Striggow & Buddy Schultz. Neighbors ponds not
holding water, washing over road & Striggow’s field. Commissioner Massat responds “County’s
problem.” Monroe responds, water on road is Township’s. Buddy said “cleaning culvert to north
helped.”
PLANNING COMMISSION - Don unable to attend.
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER’S REPORT - None
TRUSTEE’S REPORT - None
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
● Budgets need to be handed out. Supervisor Nolan stated, pretty much the same as last year, very
much in line, budget ending at $25000.00. Assessor aspect looked at the most.
NEW BUSINESS
● “Will-Ride” tabled.
● Budget tabled.
● Trustee Newton discussed purchasing a “Trustee Handbook” for $30.00. The 2013 being the last
issued, Cherie made phone calls trying to find out if another publication is coming out soon.
Supervisor Nolan suggested to purchase the 2013 to view.
OLD BUSINESS - None
There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Standish with a second by Trustee Hellriegel. Voice
vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:16 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 8, 2019
The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Newton, Wagner, Standish, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor Nolan, and
Clerk Coffey. Trustee Hellriegel attended voucher signing, excused to attend another meeting.
Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held March 11, 2019. There was a motion to
approve the minutes by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Standish. Voice vote: Motion
carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
● Fire District discussion regarding Frankfort & Monee service area on 88th Ave. Buddy Schultz’s
property being the dividing line.
PLANNING COMMISSION - Chairman Murday unable to attend.
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER’S REPORT - None
TRUSTEE’S REPORT
● “Will Ride” coordinator Wendi Garlich to attend May meeting.
● Comprehensive Plan update, nothing to report. Trustees Standish and Wagner to meet again
with Chairman Murday.
● Trustee Newton presents “Dollars for Scholars” asking for donation to PHS, citing Peotone
Township & Wilton Township donates. Board thinks donations are not allowed. Supervisor
Nolan to further investigate.
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
● Projected distribution from County being $229,195.00 Township and $749,000.00 Road District.
● Supervisor Nolan preparing accounts for end of fiscal year and audit.
● Supervisor Nolan received over $12,000.00 in checks from the IRS, another one received today
over $3,000.00. Thought being these are not refunds, but 2015 & 2016 back year clean-up and
form 941 had not caught up with the payments. Prior Supervisor Mueller was filing at that point,
without form 941 - IRS may think we overpaid. Supervisor Nolan deposited in Road District
account. Trustee Newton inquired what CPA advised? Supervisor Nolan to follow up.
NEW BUSINESS - None
OLD BUSINESS - None
There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Standish with a second by Trustee Newton.
Voice vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 11, 2019
The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Standish, Hellriegel, Wagner, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor
Nolan, and Clerk Coffey. Trustee Newton was unable to attend.
Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held February 11, 2019. There was a
motion to approve the minutes by Trustee Wagner, with a second by Trustee Standish. Voice
vote: Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
PLANNING COMMISSION - Chairman Murday not in attendance.
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER’S REPORT - None
TRUSTEE’S REPORT
● Trustee Standish stated he and Trustee Wagner met with Chairman Murday to discuss
shaded areas of the Comprehensive Plan. Reporting same pages (17-24) needing
attention, open space, buffer zones, removal of 355 project, adding Stuenkel Road
interchange. They are to meet again.
● Trustee Standish to contact Will Ride coordinator Wendi Garlich regarding discussion for
May meeting.
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
● Supervisor Nolan stated end of fiscal approaching, hope to have everything to
CPA/Auditor by May 1st.
● Supervisor Nolan asked Clerk Coffey if she could find out when County is sending
projected disbursement paperwork.
● Renew Bill’s Landscaping contract for same price of $75.00 a cutting.
NEW BUSINESS
● Annual Meeting Agenda was read aloud by Supervisor Nolan. There was a motion to
approve agenda as read by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Standish. Voice
vote: Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS - None
There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Hellriegel with a second by Trustee
Standish. Voice vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:11 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
The regular meeting was called to order by Trustee Newton at 7:04 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Trustee Newton stated Supervisor Nolan was out of town and he asked her to conduct meeting.
Trustee Newton asked if anyone objected? None opposed.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Newton, Standish, Hellriegel, Wagner, Commissioner Massat, and
Clerk Coffey.
Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held January 14, 2019. There was a
motion to approve the minutes by Trustee Wagner, with a second by Trustee Standish. Voice
vote: Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
● Mr. Striggow questioned the money loaned to the Road District from the Township.
Trustee Wagner responded New Town Hall monies used for interest free loan. Mr.
Striggow asks if it will be paid back? Board responds: yes.
PLANNING COMMISSION
● Nothing for February or March.
● Chairman Murday reports pre-application Special Use Permit for firearms dealer with
indoor shooting range on A-1 located at 23430 S RT 45, they have been instructed to
meet with Board. Contact Josh Cassidy with inquiries. Commissioner Massat states can’t
be A-1 selling guns.
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER’S REPORT - Nothing
TRUSTEE’S REPORT
● Trustee Standish supplied information regarding Will Ride Dial A Ride program, Wendie
Garlich (mobility manager) willing to meet with Board to further explain program.
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT - Supervisor Nolan out of town, left Road District checklist.
NEW BUSINESS - None
OLD BUSINESS
● Mrs. Bushong reports insightful meeting with Joe Kral (Frankfort Assessor)
● Has received laptop, County information loaded as of Feb. 5. Her responsibility here on
out with county to oversee & stay in play until certification is complete. County to still
handle new construction. Jane to enter data with regular updates to County, we are
responsible for data and costs for any lost data needed to be retrieved.
● File cabinets with previous Assessor records need to be picked up from County. Jane
concerned about security at Town Hall for the files. Commissioner Massat explains
HOA’s and football program have keys. Jane has expressed to Supervisor Nolan, she
cannot have residents coming to her home, and insurance issues regarding files at her
home.
● Mr. Striggow states, all Township offices should be in a public place and feels TOI will
have issues with her not being a certified Assessor and County is placing burden on
Jane. How are they charging?
● Further discussion about county software system, amazing tools, Quad year
approaching, need for more programs, virus protection, back-up, and costs.
● Trustee Newton to follow up with Supervisor Nolan to contact County Assessor
regarding charges.
There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Hellriegel, with a second by Trustee
Standish. Voice vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 14, 2019
The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 6:59 p.m.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Standish, Newton, Hellriegel, Wagner, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor
Nolan, and Clerk Coffey.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Clerk Coffey read the minutes from the December 10, 2018 meeting including Levy Hearing & Regular
Meeting. There was a motion to approve the minutes by Trustee Wagner, with a second by Trustee
Newton. Voice vote: Motion carried.
Supervisor Nolan asked Board if they wanted Approval of Bills to Agenda, response; No.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
● Clerk Coffey addressed the the Board & residents, stating if at anytime a board member or resident
has issues regarding how she conducts herself as the Township Clerk, it is to be addressed with
her, not her family. Leave them out of it.
● Mr & Mrs Piecuch of Stuenkel Rd., concerned about speed limit. Commissioner Massat explained
process in which to post lower speed, including county engineers, radar, & length of time.
Commissioner Massat agreed to call county, per their request.
PLANNING COMMISSION
● Planning Commission approved Map Amendment request for 8686 Dralle Rd., from A-1 to E-1.
Parcel to be 5 acre and 11 acre. Trustee Standish asks if any is in Floodplain? Response: prior
owner addressed drainage issues with pond, no floodplain found by engineers. Pole building will
remain, no driveways as of yet, and easements taken into consideration.
● Supervisor Nolan asked for a motion to approve Map Amendment A-1 to E-1 for 8686 Dralle Rd.
Trustee Wagner made the motion, with a second by Trustee Newton. Voice vote: Motion carried.
● Nothing for February.
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER’S REPORT - None
TRUSTEE’S REPORT
● Trustee Newton reports 21 new homes constructed in Township, Mrs. Bushong interested to attend
when county comes out for Educational purposes. Supervisor Nolan asked to call Rhonda Novak
for reminder.
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
● Received farm lease checks from Bettenhausen Farms, 3 checks, each for $3192.00, totaling
$9576.00.
NEW BUSINESS
● Map Amendment voted on in Planning Commission.
● Trustee Wagner read Resolution 2019-01. Resolution for loan of $220,000.00 to the Green Garden
Road District for purchase of 3 used plow trucks from Lakeside International. Summary of
Resolution: Monies lent November 27, 2017, no interest, payments yearly in March (end of fiscal),
determined & budgeted by Board of Trustees, additional monies may be paid without Board
approval, and paid in full no later than December of 2027.
● Trustee Newton asked if a payment was made last March? Supervisor Nolan responded
“No” due to fiscal year end. Trustee Newton asked if any payment has been made and if
there is a schedule of payments attached? Response: No payment made yet. Planning
Commissioner Murday asked if there were no funds available in the Road District budget for
this? Commissioner Massat responded he is making payments on 2 other pieces of
equipment.
● There was a motion to accept Resolution 2019-01 by Trustee Standish with a second by Trustee
Wagner. Roll call vote: Standish, yes; Wagner, yes; Newton, yes; Hellriegel, yes, Nolan, yes.
Motion carried 5-0.
OLD BUSINESS - None
There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Hellriegel, with a second by Trustee Standish.
Voice vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
LEVY HEARING/REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 10, 2018
The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:04p.m.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Wagner, Hellriegel, Newton, Standish, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor
Nolan, and Clerk Coffey.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held November 12, 2018. There was a motion to
approve the minutes by Trustee Wagner, with a second by Trustee Standish. Voice vote: Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
PLANNING COMMISSION
● Chairman Murday’s Comprehensive Plan meeting with Trustees to be rescheduled.
● Jan. 7, 2019 Map Amendment for property at 8686 Dralle Rd. from A-1 to E-1 before Planning
Commission. Commissioner Massat asks if there will be a split of PIN? Don responds, “entrance
on 88th, sounds like split to 5 acres (from 22). Estate may split in future for in-laws”. Bob reminds
of 33ft easement as well as 7ft County requirement.
● Pre-application before County regarding property on 45 near Bruns. 5-10 year plan to include
growth & selling of Christmas trees, build home, going Commercial if tree farm prospers. May
acquire adjacent property as well.
● Planning Commission wishes all a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.
HIGHWAY REPORT - Nothing
TRUSTEE’S REPORT
● Trustee Newton reports 2019 Board & Planning Commission meeting schedules on website.
● Mrs. Bushong back on track with the Assessor’s Office. Attended appeal hearings, Quadrennial
year - review every parcel, lots of work to do. Software access would be beneficial at this point.
Supervisor Nolan wishes to move forward with “PAMS” program.
● Mr. Copeland brings up subject of assessments for multi-family homes & the impact. Suggests
support from the Sheriff’s Dept., Fire Dept., & Schools.
● Trustee Wagner speaks of property next to the Tack Shop concerned the 15ft berm on C-2 may
bring conceal & carry, shooting, and training guard dogs. Worried owner will ask for variance to
shoot. County responds no shooting on C-2, however no ordinance limit on berm height. Trustee
Wagner would like to adopt a berm resolution and also make the change within the
Comprehensive Plan.
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
● AFR complete. Audit complete, will file with County, not yet filed with State (state website not
accepting filings yet). Levied for 4.999% this year, 35,000.00 increase. Switched General
Assistance Fund.
OLD BUSINESS - None
NEW BUSINESS
● Amendment to Comprehensive Plan tabled.
● Trustee Wagner read proposed Resolution 2018-01 (See Attached). There was a motion to adopt
Resolution 2018-01 For The Support Of Managing The Size And Placement Of Berms In
Developments Within Green Garden Township by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee
Newton. Roll call vote: Wagner, yes; Newton, yes; Standish, yes; Hellriegel, yes; Nolan, yes.
Motion carried 5-0.
● Supervisor Nolan read the Annual Township Tax Levy Ordinance TF-2018-02 for the tax year
2018 collectible in 2019. He then read the Road District Tax Levy Ordinance RB-2018-02 for tax
year 2018 collectible in 2019. There were no questions or comments from those in attendance.
● There was a motion to adopt Township Tax Levy Ordinance TF-2018-02 by Trustee Hellriegel,
with a second by Trustee Wagner. Roll call vote: Hellriegel, yes; Wagner, yes; Newton, yes;
Standish, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion carried 5-0.
● There was a motion to adopt Road District Tax Levy Ordinance RB-2018-02 by Trustee Wagner,
with a second by Trustee Standish. Roll call vote: Wagner, yes; Standish, yes; Newton, yes;
Hellriegel, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion carried 5-0.
Supervisor Nolan asked for a motion to enter into Executive Session. Trustee Wagner made the motion,
with a second by Trustee Hellriegel.
The board returned from Executive Session at 8:43p.m.
There was a motion to adjourn the regular meeting by Trustee Wagner, with a second by Trustee
Hellriegel. Voice vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:44p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 12, 2018
The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 6:59 p.m.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Newton, Standish, Hellriegel, Wagner, Commissioner Massat,
Supervisor Nolan, and Clerk Coffey.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held October 8, 2018. There was a motion
to approve the minutes by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Newton. Voice Vote:
Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
● James Francis of 27716 80th Ave, in disagreement with Commissioner Massat over
culvert costs.
PLANNING COMMISSION
● No hearing for December and January. May bring map amendment for parcel on Dralle,
east of 88th, for a 5 acre homestead.
● Only variances should go through County, without coming to us.
HIGHWAY REPORT
● Nothing to report. Supervisor Nolan complements Bob in regards to road maintenance,
and only 1 bridge left.
TRUSTEE’S REPORT
● Website has a new look.
● Trustee Standish unhappy with Comprehensive Plan completion. Chairman Murday
reiterates same pages needing attention, keeping in mind what residents wanted.
(Example: lot size) 3 major issues, open space, lot size, buffer zone. Discussion
followed, citing lot sizes mentioned in survey, industry, & Frankfort’s input. Agreed,
Canterbury is attractive. Bob states 1 acre lots with 10% open space is what Russ
would like to see. Chairman Murday invites Trustee Standish & Trustee Wagner to
meet, and report back to board.
● Trustee Wagner reports of berm south of Tack Shop on 45 being higher than original
plan submitted to County. Further research regarding C-2, C-3 specifications and
contact with County for follow up.
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
● AFR coming through.
● Researched “Will Ride,” will get figures, may start budgeting for.
● Mrs. Bushong has not worked with County or heard from them. Supervisor Nolan &
Trustee Newton also received no response. Will reach out again & report to Jane.
OLD BUSINESS- None
NEW BUSINESS - None
There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Hellriegel, with a second by Trustee
Standish. Voice vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 8, 2018
The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:00 p.m.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Standish, Wagner, Hellriegel, Newton, Commissioner Massat,
Supervisor Nolan, and Clerk Coffey.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held September 10, 2018. There was a
motion to approve the minutes by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Newton. Voice
vote: Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
PLANNING COMMISSION
● Turnstone Group going before Frankfort for the Crystal Brook subdivision regarding
covenant relief for less ornate bridge, parkland, & access road to adjoining subdivision.
Group would like to see momentum going before completing.
● Turnstone Group also owns Palomino Trace, questioning quality of housing, smaller lots,
vinyl siding, roof pitches, Zach Brown does not support the changes, nor does he think
frankfort will. Chairman Murday has met one of the individuals from the development,
and will keep this on the radar.
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER’S REPORT - Nothing
TRUSTEE’S REPORT -
● Trustee Newton gave status update for Mrs. Bushong (prospective Assessor), discussed
reimbursement for estimated expenses pertaining to Jane’s certification. 6 courses,
around $300.00 a course, $6000.00 in computers, $1000.00 yearly maintenance. New
laws may require increase in costs. Trustee Standish questions $1800.00 in classes &
suggests vouchers to be paid back. Supervisor Nolan wants to move forward citing
inaccuracies regarding farm & residential. Trustee Newton supports reimbursement.
Trustee Wagner states “no disrespect” but he paid for his own education, worried what
residents will think.
● Trustee Newton made a motion to reimburse certification costs to Mrs. Bushong with a
second by Trustee Wagner. Roll call vote: Newton, yes; Wagner, yes; Standish, yes;
Hellriegel, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion carried 5-0.
● Trustee Standish passed out a revision to Comprehensive Plan, wanting approval for
submission. One document was different than other 4 submitted. Commissioner Massat
stated he met with County, and Trustee Standish typed proposal. Supervisor Nolan
stated this was not on agenda, no vote.
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
● AFR extension may not be needed this year.
OLD BUSINESS - None
NEW BUSINESS
● Pre Truth in Taxation discussion for 2019 budget. Supervisor Nolan would like to see a
10 to 15% reduction, Commissioner Massat opposed, Trustee Standish would rather
see homeowner rebates, Trustee Newton stated that would be a costly endeavor.
Trustee Standish opposed. Trustee Hellriegel stated this would not decrease taxes and
we would not get the money back, suggesting to look into offering social & senior
services to the community. Further discussion on how cuts do not make sense.
● Mrs. Bushong brought up the topic of building & improvements made on some properties
without pulling permits. Some have been reported to County, with no follow-up. Where
do we stand? Bob responded “County doesn’t care.”
There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee
Hellriegel. Voice vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:11 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 6:59 p.m.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Standish, Wagner, Newton, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor Nolan, and Clerk Coffey.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held August 13, 2018. There was a motion to approve the
minutes by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Newton. Voice vote: Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
PLANNING COMMISSION
● Pre-application for modular classroom/Senior center for Sauk Trail Baptist Church.
● Application of Special Use permit for The Ranch Sports Club LLC located at 7703 Steger Rd. purpose
of sports facility focusing on local team practices and individual instruction.
● Mr. Kalman and counsel in attendance to answer any questions has been in compliance with County.
● Mr. Kalman estimates 30 athletes/coaches at a time, evenings & weekends. No maximum capacity has
yet been issued.
● With a 5-0 vote the Planning Commission approved Special Use application subject to 3 conditions
outlined (see attached).
● Discussion followed Special Use vs. Commercial. Special Use fits within Comp. Plan. Mr. Clark
concerned over outdoor lighting. Mr. Kalman has no intentions now for outdoor evening sessions.
● There was a motion to approve the Planning Commission’s recommendation as set forth for Special
Use permit by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Newton. Roll call vote: Wagner, yes; Newton,
yes; Standish, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion carried 4-0. Board recommendation will be sent to Land Use.
● Comprehensive Plan - same pages cited for concern.
● Nothing for October.
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER’S REPORT - Nothing much.
TRUSTEE’S REPORT - None
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
● 2017 Audit complete. No fines thus far for 2016.
● Concern over thefts in area - more Sheriff patrol needed, hold Sheriff Kelley accountable.
OLD BUSINESS - None
NEW BUSINESS - None
Supervisor Nolan asked for a motion to enter into Executive Session at 7:42 p.m. Trustee Wagner made the
motion, with a second by Trustee Standish.
The Board returned from Executive Session at 8:23 p.m.
There was a motion to adjourn the regular meeting by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Standish.
Voice vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:24 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

 

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP

 

REGULAR MEETING

 

AUGUST 13, 2018

 

The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 6:59 p.m.
ROLL CALL-In attendance were Trustees Standish, Hellriegel, Newton, Wagner, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor Nolan and Clerk Coffey.

 

 

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held July 9, 2018.  There was a motion to approve the minutes by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Standish.  Voice vote: Motion carried.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS-None

PLANNING COMMISSION-Matter set for September 4.  Chairman Murday not in attendance.

HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER'S REPORT-Tar and chip approximately 3-3/4 miles. Cutting grass and trimming tree limbs.

TRUSTEE'S REPORT-

 

 

Trustee Newton working with Mrs. Bushong trying to reach county regarding Assessor position.  Mrs. Bushong has researched software, certification procedures and supplied a preliminary budget.  PAMS software used by County mainly based on formulas, currently used in DuPage, Lockport and Crete to name a few.  $6,500 budgeted in anticipation to purchase program.  $1,000 a year to maintain.  Hardware, servers and clouds discussed.  Dell desktop, workstation, servers, 2 external hard drives as back-ups (1 off-site).  Final budget to be submitted later.  Supervisor Nolan and Trustee Newton to contact Rhonda Novak.

 

SUPERVISOR'S REPORT-2016 AFR and audit completed late, will ask for reduction in fines.  2017 AFR filed, audit due in 2018 underway, will ask for December extension.  Just about caught up.

OLD BUSINESS-None

NEW BUSINESS-None

There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Hellriegel.  Voice vote: Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m.  

Respectfully submitted, Susan Coffey, Clerk

 

 

 

 

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 9, 2018
The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:00 p.m.
Roll Call
In attendance were Trustees Newton, Standish, Hellriegel, Wagner, Commissioner Massat,
Supervisor Nolan, and Clerk Coffey.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the Budget Hearing and the Regular Meeting held June 11,
2018. There was a motion to approve the minutes and vouchers by Trustee Wagner with a
second by Trustee Standish. Voice vote: Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
? Keith Ogle, Frankfort Village Trustee & currently running for County Board reported
Frankfort working on Comprehensive Plan and Transportation Development needs. Will
keep us informed.
PLANNING COMMISSION
? Supervisor Nolan stated nothing for August. Chairman Murday unable to attend.
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER’S REPORT
? Working roads, grindings, planning more tar & chip, (no mileage given).
TRUSTEE’S REPORT - None
SUPERVISOR’S REPORT
? $31,000.00 moved from Town Fund, $21,000.00 to General Assistance, $10,000.00 to
Road District.
? AFR filed, missing audit. CPA to complete & submit with Comptroller.
? Township over $850,000.00 audit will be yearly.
? Discussion for new computer for the Road District (not Apple).
OLD BUSINESS - None
NEW BUSINESS - None
At 7:09 p.m. Supervisor Nolan asked for a motion to enter into Executive Session. Trustee
Wagner made the motion to Enter Executive Session with a second by Trustee Hellriegel.
The Board returned from Executive Session at 7:58 p.m.
There was a motion to adjourn the regular meeting by Trustee Hellriegel with a second by
Trustee Standish. Voice vote: Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:59 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Coffey, Clerk

 

 

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP BUDGET HEARING JUNE 11, 2018 The Green Garden Township Budget Hearing began at 6:47 p.m. Supervisor Nolan read the Road & Bridge District Budget and Appropriation Ordinance #RB2018-02 and the Township Budget and Appropriation Ordinance #TF2018-02. The Budget hearing concluded at 6:54 p.m. with no comments. GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP REGULAR MEETING JUNE 11, 2018 The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:00 p.m. Roll call In attendance were Trustees Wagner, Newton, Standish, Hellriegel, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor Nolan, and Clerk Coffey. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held May 14, 2018. There was a motion to approve the minutes by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Newton. Voice vote:Motion carried. PUBLIC COMMENTS ? Mr Ruppel of 25551 Scheer Rd. voiced his dismay regarding the condition of said Rd. citing childlike antics by the Road Commissioner. Heated discussion ensued. Commissioner Massat responded, “Past gravel application had been skimmed off the road, and he will not waste money for stone prior to the bridge project.” PLANNING COMMISSION  Nothing for June or July.  Trustee Hellriegel questioned zoning sign on Stuenkel. Response: 50 ft vs 20 ft off lot line, hearing before county. HIGHWAY REPORT? - Grindings & stone applied on certain roads. TRUSTEE’S REPORT ?- Trustee Newton certified as FOIA Officer. SUPERVISOR’S REPORT - Bypass OLD BUSINESS - None NEW BUSINESS  Budget Approval There was a motion to approve the Road District Budget & Appropriation Ordinance #RB2018-02 by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Standish. Roll call vote: Wagner, yes; Standish, yes; Newton, yes; Hellriegel, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion carried 5-0. There was a motion to approve the Township Budget & Appropriation Ordinance #TF2018-02 by Trustee Hellriegel with a second by Trustee Standish. Roll call vote: Hellriegel, yes; Standish, yes; Wagner, yes; Newton, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion carried 5-0.  Prevailing Wage A copy of the 2018 Prevailing wage was not available (TOI posted 2 days after meeting). There was a motion by Trustee Wagner to approve the Prevailing Wage Ordinance for the Road District with a second by Trustee Newton. Roll call vote: Wagner, yes; Newton, yes; Standish, yes; Hellriegel, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion carried 5-0. There was a motion by Trustee Hellriegel to approve the Prevailing Wage Ordinance for the Township with a second by Trustee Standish. Roll call vote: Hellriegel, yes; Standish, yes; Wagner, yes; Newton, yes; Nolan, yes. Motion carried 5-0. There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Hellriegel with a second by Trustee Standish. Voice vote: Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Susan Coffey, Clerk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP REGULAR MEETING MAY 14, 2018 The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:00 p.m. Roll Call In attendance were Trustees Wagner, Newton, Standish, Hellriegel, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor Nolan, and Clerk Coffey. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held April 9, 2018. Trustee Hellriegel stated the wrong date was read. Typed minutes had correct date, just misread. There was a motion to approve the minutes by Trustee Wagner, with a second by Trustee Hellriegel. Voice vote: Motion carried. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None at this time, may revisit. PLANNING COMMISSION  No matters set for May or June. ? Board sent pictures of Frankfort’s intro to revamp their Comprehensive Plan.  Frankfort consultant willing to address questions regarding our Comprehensive Plan. Gun Club -  Meeting at County May 1st.  If in compliance with lighting, may result in exploring other avenues with Co Exec & Board.  No grasp on how Club got where they are regarding Special Use.  Residents question “Shooting Stations” not there in 1988, recent work done & live shoot.  Supervisor Nolan to speak with States Attorney to define “Special Use”.  Meeting June 19, lighting follow-up, same speaking format. HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER’S REPORT - None TRUSTEE’S REPORT - None SUPERVISOR’S REPORT  AFR still in progress (about 2 weeks) will revisit 2017.  County Assessor meeting, Supervisor Nolan & Trustee Newton in attendance. 16 of 34 sections scanned. Cost $3,000.00 to $5,000.00. “PAMS” system discussed for Assessor in which all information would be available online.  Land Use conversation for Town Hall - Preservation or New Preservation may entail huge costs, new Hall must have Senior Center.  Budget Hearing June 11, 6:45 p.m. adoption to follow, Prevailing Wage Ordinance, state has not updated numbers since 2015. OLD BUSINESS - None NEW BUSINESS  FOIA Officer - Trustee Newton let it be known she was willing to fill the vacancy. There was a motion to nominate Trustee Newton as FOIA Officer by Trustee Hellriegel, with a second by Trustee Standish. Voice vote: Motion carried.  FOIA requests to be in writing,1st-50 pages free, not to exceed 15 cents a page thereafter. 2018 Budget discussion -  General Assistance levied for years by Supervisor Mueller and never used. Supervisor Nolan suggests moving back to correct fund, and not levying for this moving forward.  Park Donations & Property was previously budgeted, attorney advised to keep in Park Fund. Supervisor Nolan wants line item in Budget. Trustee Wagner discussed Park Funds, Property Donations, and proper uses. Will discuss further.  Looking ahead, Supervisor Nolan would like to move $10,000.00 for Maintenance & Service Building. Revisit Public Comments -  Paul Chiocca feels the Township is way behind other’s regarding aspects of accessibility to bike/walking paths. Comments:  Commissioner Massat - Who maintains Supervisor Nolan - Out of Township realm. Trustee Wagner - Moving forward, have development implant. There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Hellriegel, with a second by Trustee Standish. Voice vote: Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Susan Coffey, Clerk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GREEN GARDEN TOWNSHIP

REGULAR MEETING

APRIL 9, 2018

MINUTES

 

The regular meeting was called to order by Supervisor Nolan at 7:00 p.m.

 

Roll Call:  In attendance were Trustees Newton, Wagner, Standish, Hellreigel, Commissioner Massat, Supervisor Nolan and Clerk Coffey.

 

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

 

Clerk Coffey read the minutes of the regular meeting held March 12, 2018.  There was a motion to approve the minutes by Trustee Standish with a second by Trustee Newton.  Voice mote, motion carried.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

*Brian Bettenhausen asked if property near 88th & Dralle (pole barn) is a business, concerned for road deterioration-Commissioner Massat responded building is commercial and County did not feel it necessary to contact public.

*Riverside Health and Five Oaks annexed into Frankfort, we receive tax dollars.

 

PLANNING COMMISSION:

*Nothing for April

*Pages 14-19 of Comprehensive Plan need to be looked at more closely.

*Frankfort retained consulting firm regarding their Comprehensive Plan.

*Gun Club-Permits for building and lighting not issued properly.  Lighting not in compliance, exceeds County limit by one foot.  Remedian structure issues.  Violations issued, result: fix or appeal.

*Gun Club appealing, hearing in Joliet May 1, 6:30 p.m.  If committee finds in favor of landowner there is no counter appeal.  General public may speak, focus on lighting.  Petitions created.  Chairman Murday to speak on behalf of Planning Commission, Supervisor Nolan for the Board and Glenn Clarke for residents.

 

HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER'S REPORT:

None

 

TRUSTEE'S REPORT:

*Website redirect working.

*County meeting for Gun Club posted with Don as contact.

*Trustee Newton wants signed contract in compliance with County ordinance from County Assessor.  Supervisor Nolan to follow up.

 

SUPERVISOR'S REPORT:

*April 30 meeting with County Assessor.

*AFR not yet complete.  Will ask for back-to-back audits.

*QuickBooks program discussed.  Trustee Newton asked for who's use?

 

OLD BUSINESS:

None

 

NEW BUSINESS:

None

 

There was a motion to adjourn the meeting by Trustee Wagner with a second by Trustee Standish.  Voice vote, motion carried.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Susan Coffey Clerk