The Flossmoor Village Board recognized local runners, volunteers and student-athletes as it proclaimed June 3 as Global Running Day in the village. During the June 1 board meeting, Mayor Michelle Nelson said running has long been an important part of her life and helps bring people together through shared experiences[Read More…]
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Flossmoor board approves comprehensive noise ordinance
The Flossmoor Village Board unanimously approved a new noise ordinance June 1 aimed at giving police clearer authority to address excessive noise complaints throughout the village. The ordinance amends the village code and establishes standards for what constitutes unreasonable noise, including loud music, shouting, vehicle noise, animal disturbances and construction[Read More…]
Flossmoor celebrates Pride Month, honors scholarship recipients
The Flossmoor Village Board reaffirmed its support for LGBTQ+ residents by proclaiming June 2026 as Pride Month. Also at the board’s June 1 meeting, two Homewood-Flossmoor High School students were recognized for their leadership and service to the community. Mayor Michelle Nelson read the proclamation highlighting Flossmoor’s commitment to diversity[Read More…]
Road closure requests approved for Hidden Gem race
The Flossmoor Village Board approved resolutions supporting temporary road closures for the 2026 Hidden Gem Half Marathon, which organizers plan to hold Sept. 12 throughout several neighborhoods in the village. According to a village memorandum from Assistant Village Manager Jonathan Bogue, the race would mark the seventh Hidden Gem Half[Read More…]
Tensions rise as Flossmoor Village Board, Library spar over $50K repairs
The Flossmoor Village Board voted down a proposal Monday, May 18, to authorize up to $50,000 in repairs for the sinking first floor at the Flossmoor Public Library. The discussion was tense between village trustees and library officials over who should pay for the work. The library has its own[Read More…]
Flossmoor board agrees to extend state, federal lobbying contracts
The Flossmoor Village Board approved two consulting agreements aimed at securing state and federal funding for infrastructure and capital projects, continuing a strategy village officials say has delivered millions in outside investment. The board authorized a renewal of its agreement with Matthew O’Shea Consulting, which has assisted the village since[Read More…]
Flossmoor adopts FY2027 budget amid Cook County property tax delays
Flossmoor village officials on April 20 adopted the fiscal year 2026-27 budget following a public hearing, concluding weeks of discussion shaped largely by ongoing delays in Cook County’s property tax system. The approved FY2027 budget includes approximately $31.9 million in revenues and $35.7 million in expenditures, with the difference to[Read More…]
Flossmoor board unanimously approves vehicle fee, ends sticker program
The Flossmoor Village Board unanimously approved an ordinance establishing a new vehicle use fee, replacing the village’s vehicle sticker program with a system officials say will reduce administrative burdens and provide more stable infrastructure funding. Under the new system, a $5 monthly fee will be assessed to single-family properties and[Read More…]
Flossmoor approves dining tax, updates outdoor seating rules
Dining out in Flossmoor will soon come with a small added cost after the village board voted to approve a new tax on restaurant purchases as part of broader efforts to support village services and economic development. At its April 20 meeting, the trustees approved on the consent agenda a[Read More…]
Flossmoor considers raising water rates to help balance fund
Village officials are considering water and sewer rate increases as part of the Fiscal Year 2026–27 budget, as they work to stabilize the system and reduce its reliance on the general fund. During a board meeting on March 16, finance staff presented a rate analysis outlining several pricing options and[Read More…]
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