At a glance: La Grange trustees adopt strategic plan, authorize resurfacing agreement, and grant school special‑use permit

The Village of La Grange Board of Trustees used this meeting to adopt several items of policy and project authorization in addition to the tax levy and Uptown approvals.

Strategic plan: The board unanimously adopted the 2024–27 strategic planning retreat summary and framework, which outlines a vision (“a vibrant and welcoming village known for its historic appeal...”), a mission and organizational values. Trustee Gale moved adoption and trustees approved it by voice vote.

Cook County resurfacing grant: Trustee Augustine described a Cook County 'Invest in Cook' award of up to $250,000 to support resurfacing Brainerd and Shawmut avenues, and trustees authorized an intergovernmental agreement to secure the funding; staff said the work is expected in spring 2024.

Tallgrass Sudbury School: Trustees approved a special‑use permit to allow Tallgrass Sudbury School to continue operating in shared space at First Congregational Church, subject to conditions recommended by the plan commission: maximum 45 students and 5 staff, a limit of three student drivers, employee central business district parking decals, priority access to on‑site church parking as it becomes available, compliance with the submitted floor plan, and a non‑transferable permit. Staff and trustees discussed enforcement mechanisms for parking and traffic; staff said parking enforcement will monitor the area and the village’s traffic consultant reviewed the enrollment caps and did not foresee additional infrastructure needs.

Other consent items: The board approved the remainder of the consent agenda (all items except C) in a single roll‑call vote earlier in the meeting; minutes and consolidated vouchers were included.

Next steps: staff will finalize intergovernmental agreements and monitor permit compliance, and the strategic plan will serve as the village’s guiding document for priorities through 2027.