A Motion to Consent to the Village President’s Appointment of:
Community Relations Commission - Zach Carstensen, Appoint as
Commissioner Community Relations Commission - Bridgett Allen
Hedgeman, Appoint as Commissioner Disability Access Commission -
Gary Arnold, Reappoint as Chair Environment & Energy Commission -
Chris Pinc, Appoint as Commissioner Liquor Control Review Board -
Maureen Mclachlan, Appoint as Member
F.
Overview:
Board and Commission Information
Community Relations Commission:
The Community Relations Commission was established to ensure that all
residents have equal service and treatment. The Commission works to improve
inter-group relations without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national
origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status,
disability, gender identity, gender expression, military discharge status, housing
status, or order of protection status. It works to ensure good human, race, and
community relations and reduce tensions.
Disability Access Commission:
The Disability Access Commission advises the Village Board on public policies
to facilitate full participation in community activities by persons with disabilities,
to bring persons with disabilities into the mainstream of Oak Park life by
recognizing that persons with disabilities can lead proud and productive lives, to
promote universal access throughout the Village, and to heighten public
awareness of the needs of Villagers with disabilities.
Environment & Energy Commission:
The Environment & Energy Commission promotes energy efficiency and
energy conservation, works for a pollution-free environment in Oak Park, and
develops methods to promote recycling and to reduce and manage solid waste.
Liquor Control Review Board | The Liquor Control Review Board investigates
and reviews all applications and renewals of liquor licenses and advises the
Local Liquor Control Commissioner.
XI. Consent Agenda
A Motion to Approve the August 2025 Monthly Treasurer’s Report for All
Funds
G.
A Motion to Accept Pivot Consulting Group’s Phase 5 Report Regarding
Police Oversight Recommendations
H.
Overview:
This item is a motion to accept Pivot Consulting Group’s Phase 5 Report which
includes recommendations for modernizing the Village’s citizen police oversight
function.