2026-04-06 Village of Lisle Regular Board Meeting

The Village of Lisle held its regular board meeting on April 6, 2026, which included a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget with total expenditures of approximately $58.7 million and revenues of about $51.7 million, planning to use reserves for one-time capital expenditures. The board approved a consent agenda that included minutes, an invoice list totaling over $1 million, and several resolutions such as authorizing a fireworks display contract and updating the village's purchasing manual and travel reimbursement policy. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to discussing and voting on a major change to the Bennett Academy planned unit development, including a special use permit for sports and recreational lighting. The board heard extensive public comments both in support of and opposition to the stadium redevelopment, focusing on concerns about noise, lighting, property values, and neighborhood impact. After detailed presentations and discussions, the board approved the ordinance with conditions aimed at mitigating impacts, including sound monitoring and lighting restrictions. The meeting concluded with staff reports and a closed session for personnel and negotiation matters.