VILLAGE CLERK
The Legislative Department is comprised of the elected Village President and six Trustees and an appointed Village Clerk. The Village Board makes policy decisions necessary to maintain and enhance the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens and visitors to the Village of Carpentersville. These decisions include financial development, planning and service policies, decisions on annexation and approval and acceptance of subdivision improvements.
The Village Clerk is responsible for attending Village Board Meetings and recording accurate minutes of the proceedings, maintaining files of all official records, Licenses, Ordinances and Resolutions of the Village. Serves as the Liquor Licensing Officer providing assistance to the Liquor Commissioner by maintaining all records and processing new applications and renewals of current licenses; serves as the Local Election Official providing the services of voter registration and absentee voting to the residents; maintaining and processing all business registration and licensing renewals, elevator inspections ensuring that all required fees are paid; providing assistance to all interested and newly registered businesses on the requirements of local, county and state governments; ensuring that all businesses that hold a liquor license are and remain in compliance with the Municipal Code and State Statutes; responsible for filing public notices and various documents with the County Clerk, Treasurer and Recorder; and provides assistance and information to Village staff and residents relative to Village records and Municipal Code.
2008/2009 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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Continued organizing documents relative to ordinances or resolutions allowing related documents to be placed in one location in fireproof cabinets.
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Licensed, maintained and processed approximately 500+ commercial and home based businesses that yielded approximately $40,000 in revenue for the Village.
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Maintained and processed 40 liquor licenses that yielded approximately $45,000 in revenue for the Village.
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Converted Business and Liquor License records into the MUNIS system allowing renewal letters and licenses to be generated through the system. This also enables various village departments to work in conjunction and in a more efficient manner.
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Provided election information to residents wishing to run for Village Board positions in the April 7, 2009 Consolidated Election and ensured that all statutory requirements were met relative to the election petitions, objections and proceedings.
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Maintained a record retention system allowing an organized method of continuous review and disposal of Village records.
2009/2010 OBJECTIVES
- To continue collecting and organizing Village documents to be retained in fireproof cabinets along with the corresponding resolution or ordinance.
- Continue to follow-up with information received from various sources to ensure all businesses operating or located in the Village are registered and records are kept current and properly documented to the State of Illinois relative to sales tax revenue.
- Continue to maintain the level of service provided to the residents and assistance to staff regarding Village records and information from various sources.
- To continue to explore avenues to increase the efficiency of the record retention system.
- To develop a Business Handbook introducing new business owners to the community and providing information on the development, permitting and licensing process.
- Continue to gain knowledge through various resources to better perform my responsibilities.
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
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Recently Passed Ordinances
The Village of Carpentersville codifies its Municipal Code every six (6) months. In between updates, the passed ordinances will be posted here. For more information, contact Terri Wilde, Village Clerk.
Ordinance Concerning the Illinois Video Gaming Act - January 2010
Ordinance Amending the Gas Use Tax - January 2010
Ordinance Establishing Provisions for Compliance with the Illinois Freedom of Information Act - January 2010
Ordinance Revising Various Zoning Regulations - December 2009
Ordinance Adding a Business Development Commission - December 2009
Ordinance Setting Number of Liquor Licenses per Classification - December 2009
Ordinance Adding a Municipal Gas Use Tax - November 2009
Ordinance Amending Various Regulations Within the Commercial and Manufacturing Districts - November 2009
Ordinance Amending Liquor License Classifications - October 2009
Ordinance Amending the Vehicle Weight Regulations - October 2009
Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code to Include the Carpentersville Improvement Committee - August 2009
Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code to Include the Park Committee - August 2009
Ordinance Amending Vehicle Registration Fees - August 2009
Ordinance Establishing Various Stop Signs - August 2009
Ordinance Amending Vehicle Parking Restrictions - June 2009
POLLING LOCATION CHANGE FOR UPCOMING GENERAL PRIMARY ELECTION
With Fire Station #2 being under reconstruction, the polling location for Dundee Township Precincts Dundee 2 and Dundee 3 for the February 2, 2010 general primary election has been relocated. The new location will be the Dundee Township Park District Senior Center, 665 Barrington Avenue, Carpentersville, Illinois .
Remember, polls are open from 6:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
The Village of Carpentersville is seeking persons interested in serving on the newly adopted Business Development Commission (BDC), consisting of members appointed by the Village President, subject to confirmation by the President and Board of Trustees. Members who wish to serve shall be appointed on the basis of experience, background in commercial or industrial development or commercial or industrial business operations, commercial or industrial real estate, financial institution, retail management or business development organization or association. Not all members of the commission shall be required to be village residents; however at least four (4) members shall be electors and residents of the village for at least one year. One member shall be a resident and consumer. The chairman shall be a village resident and an elector.
The BDC will meet on a regular basis, most likely at least monthly. The BDC shall function in an advisory capacity to the Village President and Board of Trustees and shall assist the Economic Development Coordinator relating to the following objectives, goals and duties: review proposals and recommend programs for revitalizing existing business and attracting new business in the commercial and industrial zoning districts; review and recommend commercial site selection information; review and make recommendations concerning attracting new business development; assist the Economic Development Coordinator in facilitating activities that encourage business retention, expansion and development; review and recommend standards for use in evaluating the economic impact of new or expanding business; and to cooperate with and assist existing business associations.
Persons who wish to be considered for appointment to the BDC should submit a letter of interest to Ed Ritter, Village President, Village of Carpentersville, 1200 L.W. Besinger Drive, Carpentersville, Illinois 60110, no later than February 22, 2010.
Questions may be directed to Craig G. Anderson, Village Manager, (847) 551-3475.
Contact Information
Village of Carpentersville
1200 L.W. Besinger Drive, Room 203
Carpentersville, IL 60110-2061
Phone: 847-426-3439
FAX: 847-428-8793
Terri Wilde , Village Clerk
Email: twilde@vil.carpentersville.il.us
Donna Maggard, Office Assistant
Email: dmaggard@vil.carpentersville.il.us
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