Village of Hampshire Village Board met Jan. 15
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
1. Call to Order
Village President Michael J. Reid Jr. called to order the Village Board Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the Village of Hampshire Village Board Room, 234 S. State Street, on Thursday, January 15, 2026.
2. Roll Call by Village Clerk, Karen Stuehler
Present: Village President Michael J. Reid Jr., Trustee Fodor, Trustee Kelly joined remotely, Trustee Koth, Trustee Robinson.
Absent Trustee Jarnebro, Trustee Pollastrini
A Quorum was Established.
Others Present: Village Manager Mary Jo Seehausen, Village Clerk Karen Stuehler, Chief Pann, Village Attorney Eric Stach, Finance Director Lori Lyons. Assistant Village Manager for Development Mo Khan, Village Attorney James Vasselli and Tim Paulson from EEI joined remotely.
3. Pledge of Allegiance
President Michael J. Reid Jr. led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. Public Comments
No discussion.
5. A Motion was made for Trustee Kelly to join the meeting remotely. Trustee Robinson moved to have Trustee Kelly join the meeting remotely. Seconded by Trustee Fodor.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: Fodor, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
Motion Approved.
6. A Motion to Approve the Meeting Minutes for December 18, 2025. Trustee Robinson moved to Approve the Meeting Minutes for December 18, 2025. Seconded by: Trustee Koth.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: Fodor, Kelly, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
Motion Approved.
7. A Motion to Approve January 15 2026, Accounts Payable in the amount of $2,366,754.69
Trustee Koth moved to Approve January 15, 2026, Accounts Payable in the amount of $2,366,754.69
Seconded by: Trustee Fodor.
Roll Call Vote.
Ayes: Fodor, Kelly, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
Motion Approved.
8. New Business
a. Resolution 26-01 Approving a professional Services Agreement with Engineering Enterprises, Inc. for Well No. 10 & 13 Media Replacement Project in the Amount of $29,999.
Trustee Fodor moved to Approve Resolution 26-01 Approving a professional Services Agreement with Engineering Enterprises, Inc. for Well No. 10 & 13 Media Replacement Project in the Amount of $29,999.
Seconded by: Robinson.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: Fodor, Kelly, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
Motion Approved.
b. Resolution 26-02 Approving the Release of a Letter of Credit for the Minerallac Project.
Trustee Koth moved to Approve Resolution 26-02 Approving the Release of a Letter of Credit for the Minerallac Project.
Seconded by: Trustee Fodor.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: Fodor, Kelly, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
Motion Approved.
c. Ordinance 26-01 Approving Text Amendments to Sec. 2-6-1 of the Hampshire Municipal code regarding Inclement Weather Parking Rules.
Trustee Robinson moved to Table Ordinance 26-01 Approving Text Amendments to Sec. 2-6-1 of the Hampshire Municipal code regarding Inclement Weather Parking Rules.
-Bring back to board with clarified information.
Seconded by: Trustee Kelly.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: Fodor, Kelly, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
Motion Approved.
d. Ordinance 26-02 Approving the Purchase of Filters for the Wastewater Treatment Plant in the Amount of $45,936.
Trustee Koth moved to Approve Ordinance 26-02 Approving the Purchase of Filters for the Wastewater Treatment Plant in the Amount of $45,936.
Seconded by: Trustee Robinson.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: Fodor, Kelly, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
Motion Approved.
e. Ordinance 26-03 Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with Community Unit School District #300 for the Use of Police Training Simulator.
Trustee Robinson moved to Approve Ordinance 26-03 Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with Community Unit School District #300 for the Use of Police Training Simulator.
Seconded by: Trustee Fodor.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: Fodor, Kelly, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
Motion Approved.
f. Discussion on Downtown Parking Restrictions.
It was decided by the Board to reach out to business owners with a letter expressing concerns.
g. Discussion on Changing from Fiscal Year Budget to Calendar Year Budget.
The Board opinion was in favor with this change and to bring to the Board for a vote.
9. Old Business
No Discussion.
10. Staff Report:
a. Building Report:
Mo Khan reported we exceeded permitting for new family residences and expected there to be even more in 2026.
Trustee Kelly asked about Tuscany 2. It was reported that Preliminary engineering was being done and was expected to start in the Spring of 2026.
b. Police Report:
Trustee Koth asked about Assisting neighboring communities that was in the report given to the board. Chief Pann reported that they do assist neighboring communities but felt most of these calls were for Pingree Grove and Kane County.
President Reid reported that the Hampshire Police Department had their final interviews and evaluation done yesterday for their accreditation. The person from ILEAP (Illinois Law Enforcement Accreditation Program) that did the evaluation highly complemented them on their work and process. This accreditation is an honor to earn and shows focus on professional standards in administration, operations, personnel, and training to improve service, accountability, community trust and that policies are being followed with the State standards. Lieutenant Neblock has put countless hours into this along with Chief Pann. This is a great asset to the Hampshire Police Department. Congratulations to Hampshire PD!
c. Financial Report:
No Discussion.
d. Streets Report:
No Discussion.
11. Village Board Committee Reports
a. Business Development Commission:
BDC met on January 14, 2026. Primary correspondence was about the Comprehensive Plan Request for Proposal (RFP) and staff will continue to work on budgeting.
12. Announcement
Trustee Koth wished Village Manager Mary Jo Seehausen a Happy Birthday.
Trustee Fodor shared that resident Steve Knapp would be on Wheel of Fortune on January 20, 2026 for anyone that may want to watch. She also gave a special shout out to the Chicago Bears, “Go Bears!”
13. Executive Session Recording #29
Trustee Fodor moved to go into Executive Session at 8:21 regarding discussion of the litigation.
Seconded by: Trustee Robinson.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: Fodor, Kelly, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
Motion Approved.
Trustee Robinson moved to exit out of Executive Session and return to regular session at 9:17 p.m.
Seconded by: Trustee Koth
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes: Fodor, Kelly, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
14. Adjournment
Trustee Fodor moved to adjourn at 9:18 p.m.
Seconded by: Trustee Kelly.
All Call Vote.
Ayes: Fodor, Kelly, Koth, Robinson.
Nayes: None.
Absent: Jarnebro, Pollastrini.
Abstain: None.
Motion Approved.
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