City of Elmhurst Public Works & Buildings Committee met July 28
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
1. Call to Order:
Ald. Bastedo called the meeting to order at 7:00p.m.
2. Roll Call – Attendance: –
Present: Committee Members
Ald. Bastedo Ald. Irby
Ald. Baker Ald. Jensen (7:46pm-7:54pm)
Ald. Bram
Absent: None
Quorum Present: 4 present – (quorum)
Also in attendance: City Manager Grabowski
Public Works Director Balicki
Public Present: 4
3. Public Comments:
• Bill Kenny, LRS – Wheaton model introduced Pay-As-You-Throw
• Tish Powell, Republic Services
• Lisa Gerhold, Elmhurst Cool Cities – Recycling can be improved with education and awareness. More prominent. Reach people who aren’t looking. Increase Metrics for diversion.
• Kathy Sullivan – Commented on stormwater and flooding.
4. Receipt of Written Communications:
• Cool Cities – Educating the Community on Waste/Recycling/Composting flyer
5. Business Before the Committee:
A. Minutes of the July 14, 2025, Public Works & Building Committee:
Ald. Baker by motioned to approve the July 14, 2025 Minutes of the Public Works & Building Committee; Ald. Irby seconded Voice vote. Motion carried 4-0 (Bastedo, Bram, Baker, Irby). Minutes approved.
B. Refuse & Recycling Contract- Review of Draft RFP:
Public Works Director presented the agenda item.
6. Other Business:
• Floding concerns – Ald. Baker
• North York and Grand paving – Ald. Bram
• North York Median Lighting – When will costs be available? – Ald. Bram
• Police Station Design RFQ Status – City Manager Grabowski
• Status of I-290 Beautification – Ald. Bram
7. Adjournment:
Meeting adjourned at 10:05p.m.
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