Actions at a glance: minutes approved, budget confirmed, new member added
September 23, 2026 | Franklin Park, Cook County, Illinois
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At the Aug. 18 meeting, the commission approved the July 21, 2026 meeting minutes (moved by Mary Ellen Smolen; seconded by Violet Pamintuan). Commissioner Nick Weber confirmed the Tree Preservation Commission budget was approved at $1,000 for fiscal year 2026–2027; the Village will assume certain event expenses while refreshments will be charged to the Tree budget.
Mary Ellen Smolen moved to add Morgan Fausett to the commission, Les Grahn seconded; minutes record "All in favor. Motion carried." The meeting adjourned at 7:44 p.m. after a motion by Mary Ellen Smolen and second by Violet Pamintuan; roll call noted Les Grahn, Ramona Michael, Violet Pamintuan and Mary Ellen Smolen present for the adjournment motion.
Mary Ellen Smolen moved to add Morgan Fausett to the commission, Les Grahn seconded; minutes record "All in favor. Motion carried." The meeting adjourned at 7:44 p.m. after a motion by Mary Ellen Smolen and second by Violet Pamintuan; roll call noted Les Grahn, Ramona Michael, Violet Pamintuan and Mary Ellen Smolen present for the adjournment motion.
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