Boards and Commissions

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Boards and Commissions, meetings, and current members are listed below. Click here to view the Annual Meeting Schedule. 

* Indicates there are student representatives on the board or commission.

• Board of Examiners of Stationary Engineers
• Board of Health
• Building Commission
• Cultural Arts Commission*
• E-911 Board
• Fire & Police Commission
• Heritage Commission
• Human Relations Commission*
• Liquor Commission
• Parks & Recreation Board*
• Planning & Zoning Commission
• Property Maintenance Board of Appeals
• Sustainability Commission*
  

Board of Examiners of Stationary Engineers

Meetings

7:00 p.m. | First Tuesday of each month

Second Floor South Conference Room  |  City Hall, 150 Dexter Court

Overview

The Board of Examiners of Stationary Engineers consists of three members appointed by the City Council for terms which expire on the first Monday in May, succeeding the regular bi-annual city election; provided however, all appointments remain in effect until successors have been appointed.

Members of the board must be licensed stationary engineers, belonging to the N.A.P.E., and be well informed as to the construction, operation, and theory of steam boilers and steam engines.

Powers & Duties

• Determines the qualifications, examinations, and licensing of stationary engineers (which relates to the operation of steam engines, boilers, pumps and turbines).

Members

• Reyes Estrada

Additional Information

• Engineering License Application

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Board of Health

Meetings

7:30 p.m.  |  Second Monday of each quarter

First Floor North Conference Room  |  City Hall, 150 Dexter Court

Overview

The Board of Health members are appointed by the City Council. The board is composed of one physician, one dentist, one registered nurse, and such other members as may otherwise be determined by the City Council.

The physician and dentist appointed to the board shall be engaged in active practice in the city. The board elects one of its members as chairman. The city’s public health officer is the executive officer and secretary of the board.

Powers & Duties

• Holding quarterly meetings and special meetings as necessary.
• Initiating and carrying out activities deemed necessary and desirable in the promotion and protection of health and control of disease.
• Recommending to the City Council the adoption of ordinances as may be deemed necessary and desirable for the promotion and protection of the public health and the control of disease.

Members

• Dorothea Poulos
• Jeanine Seitz
• Felicia Chu
• Sara Larson
• Jason Smith
• Cynthia Applehoff-Siedsma

Staff Liaison

Brad Bohner  |  City of Elgin

Ph: 847-931-5934

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Building Commission

Meetings

Building Commission meetings are held on call and consists of three committees: Electrical, Plumbing and HVAC (See below for duties).

Overview

Seven members are appointed by the City Council for three-year terms. Membership includes:

• Chairman of the electrical committee
• Chairman of the plumbing committee
• Chairman of the warm air committee
• General contractor experienced in commercial and/or industrial construction
• General contractor experienced in residential construction
• Licensed architect experienced in building construction
• Registered structural engineer experienced in building construction

Members must either be a resident of the city or have their principal employment within the city. The City Council appoints one member as chairman.

Electrical Committee

• Recommends to the building commission provisions for the city’s electrical code
• Reviews completed applications and examinations of applicants for registration as an electrical contractor

Plumbing Committee

• Recommendations to the building commission regarding the city’s plumbing code

HVAC Committee

• Recommends to the building commission provisions for the city’s warm air heating code
• Reviews completed applications and examinations of applicants for registration as a warm air heating contractor

Staff Liaison

Matt Falco  |  City of Elgin

Ph: 847-931-5926

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Cultural Arts Commission

Meetings

6:00 p.m.  |  Second Monday of each month

Second Floor South Conference Room  |  City Hall, 150 Dexter Court

Overview

The commission consists of ten voting members, who have an interest and/or expertise in the arts.

Mission Statement

The Elgin Cultural Arts Commission will enhance the quality of life in our community by creating and supporting diverse, innovative, and accessible visual, performing, and cultural arts programming.

Powers and Duties

• Make recommendations to the city council for the provision of an environment in which the cultural arts will flourish within the corporate limits of the city.
• Foster educational opportunities and enhance the quality of life for all of the residents of the city by making recommendations to develop arts and cultural programs directed at various age, ethnic, and religious groups.
• Enhance the economic base in the city by promoting opportunities to combine arts and economic development.
• Cooperate with the professional city staff to administer all commission programs and activities.
• Support and foster strong bonds between and among all arts organizations in the community and encourage new arts organizations in a manner which will make the whole considerably stronger than the individual parts, which shall include working cooperatively with other city boards, commissions and committees, and other public and private agencies.
• Apply for grants to support commission programs and administer and serve as a vehicle for re-grants under the rules of the Illinois arts council and other agencies.
• Provide a vehicle for publicizing all arts related events of various organizations as well as community, state or national events related to the arts, and provide a strong public relations program for communicating the commission’s goals and their impact on community life.
• Act as a resource center and clearinghouse for information and provide technical assistance to community arts organizations to enable them to improve the effectiveness of grant writing, planning, audience development, identification of sources for funds, and assistance in connection with legal, tax, insurance and liability issues related to arts programs and arts organizations.

Members

• Libby Einterz
• Jeanne Adu-Brako
• Calderon Brown
• Katrina Syrris
• Marc Thayer
• Erin Rehberg
• Tish Powell
• Mike Rende
• Michael Novelli
• Kevin Kearney
• Lily West - Student Representative 

Staff Liaison

Amanda Harris  |  City of Elgin 

Ph: 847-931-6019

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For additional information please visit the Cultural Arts page.

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E-911 Board

Meetings

3:30 p.m.  |  Third Thursday of each month

Elgin Police Department, 151 Douglas Avenue

Overview

The E-911 Board consists of five members appointed by the Mayor, with the advice and consent of the City Council for three year terms.

Powers & Duties

• Power and duties include planning, coordinating, and supervising an E-911 Emergency Telephone System.

Members

• Philip Laier
• Jason Meier
• Thomas (Pat) Crawford
• Adam Schuessler
• Jamie Fleisner

Staff Liaison

Ana Lalley  |  City of Elgin

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Fire & Police Commission

Meetings

5:00 p.m.  |  Third Thursday of each month

Second Floor South Conference Room  |  City Hall, 150 Dexter Court

Overview

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners consists of three members appointed by the City Council for three year terms. The remaining two members will be the Fire Chief and the Police Chief.  Of the five members, not less than one shall be a female and not less than one shall be a member of a racial minority.

Powers & Duties

• The Fire and Police Commission hires members of the fire and police departments with the exception of specified upper management positions and promotions for sergeants and lieutenants.

Members

• Eduardo Guerra
• Lloyd Miller
• Bill Williamson
• Jodi Perkins
• Aubree Flickema
• Ana Lalley
• Robb Cagann

Staff Liaison

Tim Bennett  |  City of Elgin

Ph: 847-931-6049

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Heritage Commission

Meetings

6:00 p.m.  |  First Tuesday of each month

City Council Chambers  | City Hall, 150 Dexter Court

Overview

The Heritage Commission consists of nine members appointed by the City Council for three year terms. Members include one architect, one local historian, one licensed real estate agent, and one representative of the Elgin Area Historical Society to the extent that such professionals or persons are available.

Members are also appointed from among professionals in the disciplines of architectural history, historical architecture, planning, archaeology, historic preservation or related fields to the extent that such professionals are available and also include other persons who have demonstrated special interest, knowledge or experience in architecture, history, neighborhood preservation or related discipline.

The building official, or his designee, serves as an ex-officio non-voting member of the commission and acts as secretary of the commission.

Powers and Duties

• Promoting the preservation of historic and architecturally significant structures and areas.
• Making recommendations to the City Council for preservation of historic districts.
• Designating landmarks and issuing certificates of appropriateness through the Design Review Subcommittee.

Members

• John Marston, Chair
• Christina Pila
• Janine Hnatusko
• Rebecca Hunter
• John Regan
• Margaret Rowe
• Dennis Roxworthy
• Tonya Lucchetti
• Scott Savel

Staff Liaison

Christen Sundquist  |  City of Elgin

Ph: 847-931-6004 

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Heritage Commission Design Review Subcommittee

Meetings

6:00 p.m.  |  Second and Fourth Tuesday of each month

City Council Chambers  | City Hall, 150 Dexter Court

Overview

Members of the Subcommittee who are members of the Heritage Commission are appointed by the entire Heritage Commission.

Members of the Subcommittee who are at-large historic district representatives shall be appointed by the City Council.

Powers and Duties

• The Design Review Subcommittee’s duty is to review of applications for Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) brought before them to ensure that all exterior work proposed meets the requirements of the Elgin Design Guideline Manual.

Members

• Scott Savel, Chair
• Mike Burns
• Joey Crist
• Rebecca Hunter
• Krissy Palermo
• Carly Steurer-Gorick
• Chloe Burkhart

Staff Liaison

Christen Sundquist  |  City of Elgin

Ph: 847-931-6004 

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Human Relations Commission

Meetings

6:30 p.m.  |  First Tuesday of each month

Second Floor South Conference Room  |  City Hall, 150 Dexter Court

Overview

The Human Relations Commission consists of up to seven members and one city council member appointed by the City Council for three year terms.

Powers & Duties

• The Human Relations Commission promotes fairness, equity, unity, appreciation, and mutual understanding in the City of Elgin and preserves and enhances Elgin as a diverse and welcoming place to live, work, and visit. 
• The Human Relations Commission works with community partners and businesses to promote equity and inclusion in the City of Elgin and provide guidance, education, and assistance to the community to build capacity in achieving equitable outcomes and services. 
• The Human Relations Commission advises and consults with city officials and appropriate staff or other city boards/commissions, on all matters involving prejudices or discrimination and recommends such corrective or legislative actions as it may deem appropriate. The commission may also provide recommendations to the city council for implementing the city’s diversity and inclusion plan.

Members

• Elisa Lara
• Winfried Cooper Jr.
• Jeffrey Ligon
• Abiezel Raices
• Bharti Shorey
• Brandon Yaniz
• Zayn Afeef - Student Representative
• Corey Dixon
• Richard Kozal - ex officio
• Ana Lalley - ex officio

Staff Liaison

Kim Dewis  |  City of Elgin

Additional Information

• Sponsorships
  • The Human Relations Commission has limited funds available to sponsor events and organizations that further its mandate. Click here for sponsorship guidelines and procedures.

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Liquor Commission

Meetings

4:30 p.m.   |   Second Wednesday of each month

City Council Chambers  |  City Hall, 150 Dexter Court

Overview

The Liquor Commission consists of the Mayor as the chairperson and Councilmembers as commissioners.

Powers & Duties

• Conducting hearings on violations of liquor license regulations
• Issuing liquor licenses

Members

• Dave Kaptain
• Corey Dixon
• Dustin Good
• Anthony Ortiz
• Steve Thoren

Staff Liaison

Kim Dewis  |  City of Elgin

Ph: 847-931-5661

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Parks & Recreation Board

Meetings

6:00 p.m.   |   Last Tuesday of every other month

Administration/Staff Conference Room  |  Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way

Overview

The Parks and Recreation Board consists of eight members appointed by the City Council for three year terms.

Powers & Duties

• Advising the city relative to the operations and maintenance of city parks and recreational facilities
• Preparation suggested comprehensive plan for parks and recreational facilities

Members

• Jim Reuter
• K. Eric Larson
• Jody Schmeck
• Geoff Hoagland
• Marlen Ruiz
• Jose Bosque
• Pam Chanthanalay
• Gabriel Diaz
• Maya Nail, Student Representative

Staff Liaison

Maria Cumpata  |  City of Elgin

Ph: 847-931-6127

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Planning & Zoning Commission

Meetings

7:00 p.m. | First Monday of each month

Council Chambers  |  City Hall, 150 Dexter Court

Planning & Zoning Meeting Dates and Deadline Dates

Overview

The Planning and Zoning Commission consists of seven members appointed by the City Council for three year terms. The City Council appoints one member to serve as chairman.

Powers & Duties

• Review, comment, and recommend a comprehensive plan for the City including elements for municipal services and facilities, economic development, housing, parks and open space, transportation, urban design, and land use.
• Advise the city council, other boards and commissions, neighborhood organizations, developers, and the general public regarding policies, standards, and ordinances associated with planning and development matters.
• Hold public hearings and meetings, as appropriate, and make findings and recommendations to the city council concerning annexations; text and map amendments to the Zoning Ordinance; planned developments; conditional uses; subdivisions; and authorized land use variations.
• Hold public hearings meetings, as appropriate, and make decisions concerning zoning and subdivision variations, but not including decisions on authorized land use variations, and appeals from the Development Administrator.
• Advise the city council, other boards and commissions, neighborhood organizations, developers, and the general public regarding policies, standards, and ordinances associated with zoning and subdivision matters.
• Other powers and duties concerning planning, development, zoning and subdivision matters as may be assigned from time to time by the city council.

Members

• Steven Migala
• Karin Jones
• Berto Valdez
• Jay Cox
• Alex Lopez
• Nancy Abuali
• Jordan Wildermuth

Staff Liaison

Damir Latinovic  |  City of Elgin

Ph: 847-931-5943

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Additional Information

• Most recent meeting agenda
• Next Hearing Notices
• Past Hearing Notices
• Comprehensive Plan
• Comprehensive Plan Executive Summary

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Property Maintenance Board of Appeals

Meetings

5:00 p.m.   |   First Tuesday of each month

First Floor North Conference Room  |  City Hall, 150 Dexter Court

Overview

The Property Maintenance Board of Appeals consists of seven members appointed by the Mayor, and the City Council for five year terms or until a successor is appointed. Members shall include:

• One member who is a registered architect or builder
• One member with structural engineering or architectural experience
• One member with mechanical or plumbing engineering experience
• One member with electrical engineering experience or an electrical contractor
• One member with fire protection engineering experience or a fire protection contractor

Two individuals on the board shall be members at-large.

Powers & Duties

• Hearing appeals based on claims that the true intent of the code or rules adopted there under have been incorrectly interpreted or that the provisions of the code do not fully apply to a specified circumstance.

Members

• Jay Cox
• Stephen Silva
• Andrew Cuming
• Gary Lichthardt
• Patrick Hines
• Bruce Corn

Staff Liaison

Cindy Walden  |  City of Elgin

Ph: 847-931-6776

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Sustainability Commission

Meetings

6:00 p.m.  |  2nd Tuesday of every month

West Conference Room  |  Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL 60120

Overview

The Elgin Sustainability Commission was created for the purpose of assisting the city and promoting sustainability for the city. (See Chapter 3.87 of City Code)

Powers and Duties

• To provide recommendations to the city council for implementing the projects, policies, programs and initiatives found within the sustainability action plan.
• Review and award grants through the Sustainable Elgin Grant Program.
• To hear presentations from businesses, advocacy groups and other sustainability related associations regarding opportunities for the city.
• To recruit and maintain a list of volunteers willing to lend their time and effort to implementing the recommendations found within the city's sustainability action plan.
• To coordinate the use of volunteers when appropriate to assist in implementing the projects approved by the sustainability commission and the city council.

Members

• Tom Armstrong
• Jeff Biss
• Dan Brosier
• Francisco Garcia
• Sharene Gould Dulabaum
• Katie Gronke
• David Jurina
• Dekovia Livingston
• Vacant Seat

Student Representative

• Vacant Seat

Staff Liaison

Kristin Youngmeyer  |  City of Elgin

Ph: 847-931-5615

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Additional Information

• City of Elgin Sustainability Page