McHenry Times

Village of Fox River Grove Village Board met Oct. 21

Here is the agenda provided by the board:

Call to Order & Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance

Public Comment

The Board will accept public comment on items included on the meeting agenda or of a general nature.

Public comment is limited to three (3) minutes per speaker.

Village President and Trustee Reports (Planning & Zoning; Special Events)

Board members have the opportunity to report on any topic during the public meeting.

Staff Monthly Reports

The Board has the opportunity to ask staff questions regarding the monthly staff reports.

1. Approval: Consent Agenda – Approval via One Vote for All

All matters listed under Item 1, Consent Agenda, are considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed below. If a separate discussion is desired, that item should be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately.

A. Village Board Meeting Minutes – October 7, 2025

The Board will consider the approval of previous meeting minutes.

B. Accounts Payable – October 21, 2025

The Board will consider the approval of the accounts payable reports and payment of the bills.

C. Ordinance 2025-24, Reducing Natural Gas Surcharge Tax

The Board will consider the approval of an ordinance that would reduce the natural gas surcharge tax in Fox River Grove from 5% to 1%. Initial estimates indicate that this reduction will save residents and businesses $70,000 per year.

2. Discussion: Zoning Case 2025-08, Text Amendment, Covered Porches

The Board will consider potential changes to the Zoning Ordinance to allow covered porches in front yards, rear yards, and in side yards adjoining streets. At its meeting on October 15, 2025, the Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the text amendment as presented.

3. Discussion: Façade Grant Request – All Marine Services

The Board will consider a request for a façade grant at All Marine Services (104 North River Road) to fund the replacement of outdated/damaged windows and doors, installation of exterior lighting, new signage and fencing, tuckpointing, and exterior painting.

4. Other Business

5. Executive Session: Property Purchase and Sale, Pending & Imminent Litigation, Personnel

Adjournment

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