===== PDF PAGE 1 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] WHERE HISTORY & PROGRESS MEET NOTICE PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Monday, March 16, 2026 6:15 P.M. – Council Chambers AGENDA 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Establishment of a Quorum 2. Approval of Minutes A. Public Affairs Committee of December 15, 2025 3. Public Participation / Presentations 4. Items for Consent A. St. Mary’s Special Event Permit Application 5. Items for Discussion and Possible Action A. One-Way Sign on Kenwood Street at Pioneer School B. Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce America 250 Parade Pre-Funding Agreement 6. Unfinished Business 7. New Business 8. Reports from Staff A. West Chicago Police Department Monthly Reports B. City Museum Annual Report C. People Made Visible Annual Report 9. Adjournment 475 Main Street T 630.293.2200 Daniel Bovey MAYOR West Chicago, Illinois F 630.293.3028 Tia Messino 60185 westchicago.org INTERIM CITY ADMINISTRATOR ===== PDF PAGE 2 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Item # 2.A. MINUTES PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6:15 P.M. 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Establishment of a Quorum. Chairman Smith called the meeting to order at 6:15pm. Roll Call found Alderman Alcántar- Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto-Muñoz, Birch-Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. 2. Approval of Minutes. A. Public Affairs Committee Minutes of December 15, 2025. Alderman Morano made a motion, seconded by Alderman Alcantar-Garcia to approve the minutes of the Public Affairs Committee. Voting Aye: Chairman Smith, Alcántar-Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto-Muñoz, Birch- Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. Voting Nay: 0. Abstain: 0. Motion carried. 3. Public Participation / Presentations. 4. Items for Consent. A. Blooming Fest Special Event Permit. Alderman Birch-Ferguson made a motion, seconded by Alderman Aviña-Soto to direct this item to City Council for approval. Voting Aye: Chairman Smith, Alcántar-Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto-Muñoz, Birch-Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. Voting Nay: 0. Abstain: 0. Motion carried. B. Food Fest Special Event Permit. Alderman Birch-Ferguson made a motion, seconded by Alderman Aviña-Soto to direct this item to City Council for approval. Voting Aye: Chairman Smith, Alcántar-Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto-Muñoz, Birch-Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. Voting Nay: 0. Abstain: 0. Motion carried. C. Frosty Fest Special Event Permit. Alderman Birch-Ferguson made a motion, seconded by Alderman Aviña-Soto to direct this item to City Council for approval. Voting Aye: Chairman Smith, Alcántar-Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto-Muñoz, Birch-Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. Voting Nay: 0. Abstain: 0. Motion carried. D. Resolution No. 26-R-0018 - Contract Extension with MKSK Studios to Prepare an Architectural and Historical Survey of the City’s Existing Historic Districts and Select Residential Neighborhoods. Alderman Birch-Ferguson made a motion, seconded by Alderman Aviña-Soto to direct this item to City Council for approval. Voting Aye: Chairman Smith, Alcántar-Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto-Muñoz, Birch-Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. Voting Nay: 0. Abstain: 0. Motion carried. E. Resolution No. 26-R-0019 – A Resolution Approving the Purchasing Agreement with Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. for the Purchase of a Pitagone F18 Vehicle Barrier Trailer Kit. Alderman Morano made a motion, seconded by Alderman Santiago to direct this item to City Council for approval. Voting Aye: Chairman Smith, Alcántar-Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto-Muñoz, Birch- Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. Voting Nay: 0. Abstain: 0. Motion carried. ===== PDF PAGE 3 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] 5. Items for Discussion. A. Mosaic Market Special Event Permit - Thursdays in June, July and August. Alderman Birch-Ferguson made a motion, seconded by Alderman Alcantar-Garcia to direct this item to City Council for approval. Voting Aye: Chairman Smith, Alcántar-Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto- Muñoz, Birch-Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. Voting Nay: 0. Abstain: 0. Motion carried. B. Resolution 26-R-0015 Market License Agreement with Bensidoun USA, Inc. for the 2026 Mosaic Market. Alderman Birch-Ferguson made a motion, seconded by Alderman Alcantar- Garcia to direct this item to City Council for approval. Voting Aye: Chairman Smith, Alcántar- Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto-Muñoz, Birch-Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. Voting Nay: 0. Abstain: 0. Motion carried. C. Resolution 26-R-0016 Addendum to the City Museum Management Contract with Phalen Consulting, Inc. Alderman Birch-Ferguson made a motion, seconded by Alderman Alcantar- Garcia to direct this item to City Council for approval. Voting Aye: Chairman Smith, Alcántar- Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto-Muñoz, Birch-Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. Voting Nay: 0. Abstain: 0. Motion carried. D. Resolution 26-R-0017 Lease & Operating Agreement with People Made Visible, Inc. for 103 W. Washington Street. Alderman Santiago made a motion, seconded by Alderman Alcantar- Garcia to direct this item to City Council for approval. Voting Aye: Chairman Smith, Alcántar- Garcia, Aviña-Soto, Carreto-Muñoz, Birch-Ferguson, Morano and Santiago. Voting Nay: 0. Abstain: 0. Motion carried. 6. Unfinished Business. 7. New Business. 8. Reports from Staff. A. West Chicago Police Department Monthly Reports. 9. Adjournment. Alderman Birch-Ferguson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Alderman Alcantar-Garcia. The motion was approved by voice vote, and the meeting adjourned at approximately 6:55pm. Respectfully submitted, Yahaira Bautista Administrative Assistant to Chief of Police West Chicago Police Department ===== PDF PAGE 4 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] CITY OF WEST CHICAGO PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY ITEM TITLE: AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 4A. Living Stations of the Cross St. Mary’s Church COMMITTEE AGENDA DATE: March 16, 2026 COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: = March 16, 2026 STAFF REVIEW: Kelley Chrisse, AICP, CEcD SIGNATURE Lal Chub ITEM SUMMARY: St. Mary’s Church is seeking approval for their Living Stations of the Cross religious event scheduled for Friday, April 3, 2026 from 4:30 p.m. — 6:30 p.m. with an estimate of 200 attendees. The Church has requested use of City streets for a procession and Police and Public Works services for assistance with traffic control and a rolling street closure. Members of the Church will gather at Oakwood Ave then walk to York, then Garden and end at the Church. All fees incurred for police and public works services have been agreed upon and will be paid by the event organizer after the event. The Special Event Permit Application, which includes the requests of the City, has been reviewed and approved by staff from the Police, Public Works, Business & Community Relations, and Community Development Departments as well as the West Chicago Fire Protection District. The Special Event Permit Application is attached, which includes the procession route map. ACTIONS PROPOSED: Recommend event for approval as proposed, contingent upon submittal and approval of required insurance documentation. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This item is being presented to the Public Affairs Committee for consideration prior to the City Council meeting. ===== PDF PAGE 5 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] City of West Chicago SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT APPLICATION THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL & SUBMITTED 90 DAYS PRIOR TO THE EVENT PERMIT NO. Special Event Permit Application The Special Event Application must be submitted to the City of West Chicago a minimum of ninety (90) days prior to the event if it requires closure of public streets, or use of public parking lots and/or city personnel. The 90-day time period allows sufficient time to evaluate the request and provide a recommendation to the City Council for its consideration. For any late submittals (applications submitted less than 90 days prior to the event), a $50 late fee must be paid with the application. Further, the applicant runs the risk of their Special Event request being denied. Note: Prior to review of the Special Events Permit Application, all applicants must submit the Intent to Meet Insurance Requirements form ge 2). Submittal Checklist . Completed and signed Special Event Application oO Intent to Meet Insurance Requirements a Section 1 — General Information o Section 2 — Narrative o Section 3 — Permits a Section 4 — Site Plan and/or Route Map 0 Section 5 — Task List and Due Dates 0 Section 6 — Hold Harmless Agreement . Completed and signed applications(s) for other permits(s) (See Section 3) o Carnival Permit Application - $50 per employee oO Fireworks Permit Application — $125 (Check made payable to the West Chicago Fire Protection District) a Building Permit Application (temporary tents — see min. requirements) - $50 a Raffle Registration Application — requires separate application a Temporary Liquor License Application — requires separate application o Temporary Food Service Permit (DuPage Co. Health Dept. 630-682-7979) RRR RRR REREAD RII IIIA III IOS ISSA IIA IS AAAS ASI SAINI IAAI AIM FOR OFFICE USE ONLY RARER AREREREEREARRRRERER EER ERREERR REE ER EERE EER RE REREEEREREEERREERRERRERERREREER RRR ERRERERERERERERRERRERERRERERER Received: Fee Paid: $ Receipt # Check # Event Acknowledgement Form returned by: Police Dept. Fire Dist. PW Park Dist. CDD a Background checks completed by Police Dept. Date co DuPage Co. Health Department notified Date o Certificate of Insurance received and approved Date Page 1 of 8 ===== PDF PAGE 6 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] *** INTENT TO MEET INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS *** Must be returned prior to application review by City staff Prior to the issuance of a Special Event Permit, all organizations must present a certificate of insurance meeting the criteria listed below: 1. Required limits per IML-RMA are $1mil per occurrence and general aggregate no less than $2mil for contractors/vendors. 2. ***PLEASE NOTE: Under the box labeled “Description of operations/locations/vehicles/exclusions added by endorsement/special provisions”, the following language must appear: “The City of West Chicago, its officials, agents, employees, and volunteers is/are named additionally insured. The additional insured is covered as respect to liability arising out of any work or activities performed on behalf of (company involved) for (event) (date, times (if applicable), location) No endorsements or additional forms modify or limit coverage provided to additional insured. Coverage provided to additional insured is primary as it relates to (event)’. 3. Vendors shall furnish the additional insured endorsement (consult insurance professional; examples include but are not limited to forms CG 2010 or CG 2026) to support the certificate of insurance. The endorsement shall also name “The City of West Chicago, its officials, agents, employees, and volunteers” as primary and non-contributory. 4. If applicable, vendor shall furnish the City with evidence of Worker's Compensation coverage with statutory limits. 5. The insurance provider will need to submit the Certificate of Insurance and supporting endorsement form preferably via email to specialevents@westchicago.org or fax (630-293-1257) to be considered an original document. (print name of authorized person) have contacted the appropriate insurance provider and acknowledge that the above insurance criteria can be met. | understand that the Special Event Permit Application will not be reviewed until this document has been signed and returned to the City of West Chicago. 1, Rev. Dawid Lawrence , representing St- Mary's Chyr4 (organization) (signature) (date) Ls ' A og - 2ss 4/3 | (Ze 7 (name of event) (date of event) Page 2 of 8 ===== PDF PAGE 7 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] Narrative for Living Stations of the Cross The Living Stations of the Cross is a reenactment of the Passion and Death of our Lord Jesus Christ. The event starts at the yard at 209 Oakwood Ave. with the trial of the Lord Jesus and then continues by the way of the Cross to the Hill of Calvary which is in the grassy area behind the parking lot on Garden Street. There are several actors involved in the procession and the crowds of people follow behind. We will have amplified sound so that the crowds can hear and participate. ===== PDF PAGE 8 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] SECTION 1 — GENERAL INFORMATION Name of Event: ENV Aa GSfate ONS of fre Cress Type of Event: O Parade O Walk/Run/Bike O Carnivals O Fireworks OC Festival I Other Pelqrovs Process on ark Diana (77 Rafio Location of Event: An fou, vad S t Man ws Chuch Date(s) of Event: 4/ 3/26 Hours of Event: 4? 32 to G'3). Est. Attendance: 20© Event Website: M/ 14 Purpose of event:_ To Ce lebrafe the Love A Jes< Christ, Glove Ss trenger than Death Name of Sponsorihg Organization(s): St. Mas v's Ch ve Organization's Legal Status (i.e. NFP, Partnership, Corporation): NV FP Contact person from sponsoring organization: Rev. David) Lawrence. Organizer address: l4o NY. Oakweoed Axe. City/State/Zip: West Chtago FL Gol 8 Phone:_630~23/-a0/3 Cell Phone {il -mail:_ Father, David © Sfmary We, acy Emergency contact information (provide mobile numbers for on-site coordi 1* Contact: Lu 1S Osono Phone: 2" Contact; Dalvado- Chave z Phone: Is this an annual event? & Yes O No If Yes, provide next year’s event date: if larch, Ze ‘ 2027 If the event is a recurring event, please state any problems and/or incidents that have occurred in past years, such as noise or neighborhood parking complaints. One What, if anything, are you doing to rectify the problem(s)? fA SECTION 2 — NARRATIVE On a separate sheet, provide a detailed description of the overall event. The narrative will serve as the special event proposal to City Council. Page 3 of 8 ===== PDF PAGE 9 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] SECTION 3 — PERMITS Will your event include a carnival? 0 Yes }¥No If yes, you must submit a Carnival Permit Application ninety (90) days prior to the event. Please visit www.westchicago.org under Forms for an application. Does your event include the use of a temporary tent in excess of 400 sq. ft. in area with side curtains or 700 sq. ft. in area without side curtains? o Yes »{No If yes, you must submit a Building Permit Application thirty (30) days prior to the event. Please visit www.westchicago.org under Forms for an application. Will your event include a fireworks display? 0 Yes No If yes, you must submit a Fireworks Permit Application thirty (30) days prior to the event. Please visit www.westchicago.org under Forms for an application. Are you holding a raffle at yourevent? «Yes xi No If yes, you must submit a Raffle Registration Application fourteen (14) days prior to the event. Not all applicants will qualify for a license. Please visit www.westchicago.org under Forms or contact the City of West Chicago at (630) 293-2200 ext.170 for an application. Will you be applying for a Temporary Liquor License? «Yes No If yes, you must submit a Temporary Liquor License Application thirty (30) days prior to the event. To qualify for a Class D license, the applicant must be a local organization or group providing beer and/or wine at a picnic, carnival or similar function. A Class D license shall be authorized on a day-to-day basis but not for more than seven (7) consecutive days. Please contact the City of West Chicago at (630) 293-2200 ext. 170 for an application. Will you be serving food at your event? oYes No If yes, you may be required to submit a Temporary Food Service Permit Application thirty (30) days prior to the event. Please contact the DuPage County Health Department at (630) 682-7979 or visit http:/www.dupagehealth.org/temporary-food-service for additional information. Are you requesting services from these departments? [xPolice O Fire District / Paramedics [ Public Works Specify services: Will you be utilizing any of the following services? O Water O Electric/Generator O Other Page 4 of 8 ===== PDF PAGE 10 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] SECTION 5 — PLANNING WORKSHEET AND REQUIRED TASK DUE DATES* Use this form to determine the date each of these tasks needs to be completed. For tasks that do not apply, please mark “N/A” in the Due Date column. If the Due Date falls on a weekend or holiday, the Due Date becomes the next normal business day. However, this does not affect the other Due Dates, as they are only dependent on the date of the special event. Note: This section must be completed by event organizer prior to notary signature. Date of Special Event: Apr | 2 P 292 26 Tasks to be completed Days Due (All items due to City unless noted) Before Event Due Date Submit “Intent to Meet Insurance Requirements” ; x ; Document (included with Special Event Permit appli ae oe _ a baer Application, pg.2) PP Submit Special Event Permit Application 90 days \ [ 3 / 26 Submit Carnival Permit Application | 90 days | Ww VA fa Submit Fireworks Permit Application 30 days Ww /: 4 Submit Temporary Liquor License Application 30 days V v4 ‘A Submit Building (Temporary Tent) Permit 30 da W Application ”* /A Submit Temporary Food Service Permit Application(s) | (DuPage County Health Dept. — 630-682-7979) Submit Original Certificate of Insurance* 3 A 2 / 2k Submit Raffle Registration Application Wi Notify residents/businesses of special event 3 / Kai /26 Post “No Firearms” signs at all public entrances (See IL State Police requirements for standardized Day of Event sign in West Chicago's Special Events Policy) *If this requirement is not met, the proposed event may be cancelled. Page 6 of 8 ===== PDF PAGE 11 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] SECTION 4 — SITE PLAN AND/OR ROUTE MAP Please attach a separate sheet to illustrate the layout for your event. ff applicable, the following must be included: Location of garbage receptacles (G) Location and number of barricades (B) Location of toilets (T) Location of fire lane (FL) Location of hand washing sinks (HWS) Location of fire extinguishers (FE) Location of retail vendors (RV) Public entrances and exits (PE) Location of food vendors (FV) Location of “No Firearms” signage (NF) Location of first aid (FA) Location of sound stages and amplified sound (S) Location of residential streets surrounding event Are you requesting the use of any City-owned property, i.e. City streets, parking lots, or sidewalks? ® Yes ONo _If yes, please indicate the property that you are requesting to use. Would you like to request the closing of City streets? JA Yes O No If yes, please fill in the following information or submit a route map along with this application: Street From avy Times Oakuweed Ave. ivr PI. Sochst V3) 1730, ~Sp. York St. Oaktree! fx. Grunler Sr af 3f Zoe 5p - 5° Ap Cowal ta $ fe York Sf. Stuns School V3 foe _ SG Page 5 of 8 ===== PDF PAGE 12 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] Turner Ave Fairview Ave FE York Ave Is elydos E Washington St f Hotels +4 Food 7 Shopping w Va) Cc 7) no) J Ke iw) fer Coffee WW Grocery aay uoi’23UI aay uo esu) B Gas £ Pine St 1s ¥O N 3§ ¥8O.N E Washington 5! = Search places or paste a link Advertisement ===== PDF PAGE 13 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] SECTION 6 — WAIVER AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT In consideration of the St. Ma c ¢ ‘s Chueh (name of organization) and its Members, 5 1S employees, volunteers or guests, being allow to participate in Livery Sfons & fic (the Activity) the undersigned hereby recognizes, acknowledges and assumes any and all risk pertaining to By f- Mary ‘ss _¢ AL eS (name of organization) participation in the Activity. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the S fe Mg eS C ‘bez (name of organization) hereby agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of West Chicago, its officials, agents and dnt employees, against all injuries, deaths, loss, damages, claims, suits, liabffities, fu judgments, cost and expenses (including attorneys fees), which may in anywise accrue against the City, aWesi c Chicago, its Officials, agents and employees, arising in consequence of S F. ete 5G bu% ‘ bys (name of c Se atin dined organization) participation in the Activity, or which may in anywise result therefore, except that arising out of the sole legal cause of the City of West Chicago, its agents or employees. The St. Mary's Cher (name of organization) shall, at its own expense, appear, defend and pay all charges of attorneys and all costs and other expenses arising therefore or incurred in connections therewith, and, if any judgment shall be rendered against the City of West Chicago, its officials, agents and employees, in any such action, the_dhiMz7y‘ hug (name of organization) at its own expense, satisfy and discharge the same. The invalidity or unenforceability of any of the provisions hereof shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remainder of this Agreement. The undersigned represents it has full authority to execute this Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement on behaff ofthe of Mary's ( "he eA (name of organization). ad Agreedthis_ 2 day ofa) « Aner 20 26 Sk Maz iy hon Name of Orgahibation Rev. David Lawrence Print Name of Authorized Person Signature of Authorized Person Pag wor Title Page 7 of 8 ===== PDF PAGE 14 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] signatory below agree to inform the City of West Chicago of any rty (30) days prior to the event. Please note: Final approval of pletion of Certificate of Insurance requirements. ill requirements of the Special Events Policy, including State of Illinois Firearm Concealed Carry Act. tions must be signed and notarized. (dev, David bawtence. '/2/26 (Print Name of Signatory) (Date) OFFICIAL SEAL JACLYN M STERN Notary Public, State of Illinois 7 Commission No. 931742 (Notary Public) My Commission Expires May 11,2029 : igned and is gna aayor\ LUN) 20 ZLs : After submitting all forms, your application will be reviewed by City staff. All departments that will be involved in providing services or permits for the event will be notified. Please do not assume that all aspects of the event will be approved. You may be asked to make some changes to your plan based on the availability of services or scheduling of other events. The City of West Chicago reserves the right to cancel any event at any time for reasons deemed necessary by the City Council and/or City Administrator. Deliver all completed items to: City of West Chicago Attn: Community Development — Special Events 475 Main Street West Chicago, IL 60185 RRR RRR RRR IR RRR IR IRR RTI ER RIT I ITI II III IIA IAI IAA IAI IAAI ISN AI AISI IAAI ASSIA ASIA IIIA AISA SSS SAS IIISSA SASSI IIIA FOR OFFICE USE ONLY RAR RI RRA RIAR IRR IRIRTI A R RI RAR IRIT RRA RRA IRIE IAI ITI IE IIR IIE RIE III III III IIE III III IIIS AISI IASI SA II IIIA INE Based on the information which has been submitted and contingent upon approval of any necessary inspections the day of the event, the request for a permit has been: O) Approved Permit No. Authorized Signature Title Date Page 8 of 8 ===== PDF PAGE 15 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] CITY OF WEST CHICAGO PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY ITEM TITLE: AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5.8. Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce America 250 Parade Pre - Funding Agreement COMMITTEE AGENDA DATE: March 16, 2026 COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: I,, • . ....1 'f_.J_{l;_hA LA'!.:!. 1.{.-t 0STAFF REVIEW: Kelley Chrisse, AICP, CEcD SIGNATURE ( I ITEM SUMMARY: As part of the City's participation in the national America 250 commemoration, the City is planning a series of community events recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States. The America 250 Parade scheduled for Sunday, July 5 will serve as one of the City's featured commemorative activities in 2026. The Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce has experience organizing community parades and has agreed to serve as the coordinating organization for the America 250 parade. Because the Chamber will be limited in its ability to generate a profit from the parade itself and the City will serve as the sole event sponsor, the City's financial contribution is structured to support the planning and delivery of the parade. Proposed Funding Structure The agreement provides for a City contribution of $5,000 to support the planning and execution of the parade. The funding would be structured as follows: • Up to $1,500 may be used by the Chamber for planning and coordinating the parade, including administrative work associated with organizing parade participants, staging, logistics, and event-day coordination. • The remaining balance would be used to support parade units, participant recruitment, insurance coverage, and promotion of the parade to ensure strong community participation and visibility for the event. This approach recognizes the administrative effort required to organize a parade while prioritizing funding toward building a strong lineup of participants and promoting attendance. Payment Schedule The proposed agreement includes the following payment schedule: • $3,000 will be paid to the Chamber no later than April 24, 2026 to support early planning, insurance coverage, recruitment of parade participants, and promotional activities. • The remaining $2,000 will be paid following the parade, contingent upon the City's acceptance of a brief final report summarizing the parade and documenting how City funds were utilized. Participation and Fees The Chamber will coordinate parade participation from businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community groups. Under the proposed agreement: • The Chamber may charge participation fees to businesses wishing to take part in the parade. • West Chicago businesses celebrating a special anniversary may participate without a fee. • Nonprofit organizations located outside of West Chicago may be charged a participation fee. ===== PDF PAGE 16 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] CITY OF WEST CHICAGO These provisions allow the Chamber flexibility to offset certain parade costs while prioritizing participation by West Chicago businesses and organizations. Key Terms of the Agreement Key provisions of the proposed agreement include: • Parade Date: July 5, 2026 • Role of the Chamber: Plan, coordinate, and manage the parade, including participant recruitment, lineup management, and event-day coordination. • City Support: Provide municipal services such as police presence, street closures, barricades, and public works assistance, along with promotional support through City communication channels. • Sponsorship: The City will serve as the sole financial sponsor of the parade, and the Chamber will recognize the City as the presenting sponsor in promotional materials. • Insurance: The Chamber will maintain general liability insurance and provide a Certificate of Insurance as required under the City’s Special Event Permit process. • Reporting: The Chamber will provide a brief post-event summary and general accounting of how City funds were utilized. • Cancellation Authority: The City retains the authority to cancel or postpone the parade if public safety or operational conditions warrant such action. ACTIONS PROPOSED: Consideration of proposed agreement terms regarding the 2026 America 250 Parade. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: Staff will present the full Parade Partnership and Funding Agreement to the City Council on April 6, 2026 for consideration and approval. The Public Affairs Committee’s review and feedback will help ensure the agreement appropriately supports the City’s America 250 programming while establishing clear expectations for coordination and promotion of the parade. ===== PDF PAGE 17 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Item # 8.A. West Chicago Police Department Monthly Report January 2026 The West Chicago Police Department, led by Chief Colin Fleury, continues its mission to protect life and liberty through professional service and community partnerships. The department is organized into three primary divisions: the Office of the Chief, the Patrol Division, and the Investigations/Administrative Division. ===== PDF PAGE 18 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] Chief of Police Management Analyst Patrol | Investigations/Support m Commander Services Commander Nights A Sergeant Community : School Targeted Community Lied he Service Officer hed Omcer, Generel ae Resource Response Unit Relations ( (2) (5) etectives (5) Officers (3) (4) Officer Task Force Evidence e , . Sees — Records Supervisor Patrol Officers Patrol Officers im Records Clerks (5) (5) (2) Personnel & Training January saw significant movement within the department's ranks and ongoing development for its auxiliary units: e Promotions: Officer Guerra was promoted to the rank of Sergeant on January 26th. ===== PDF PAGE 19 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] • Departures: Sergeant Peterson completed his final day of service with the city on January 24th. • Cadet Training: The Cadets participated in specialized training focused on the operation of new portable radios. Criminal Activity & Officer Highlights The department managed several high-profile incidents this month, including: • Theft & Forgery: Significant cases included the theft of a fully loaded trailer from Harvester Rd and the use of counterfeit currency at Menards. • Identity Theft Recovery: Following a vehicle theft on Red Oak Ct, detectives used license plate readers to track suspects to a Costco and a Target, leading to the recovery of stolen credit cards and the arrest of two individuals for Identity Theft. • Violent Crime: Investigations are ongoing into an "Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm" incident at Kings Cir, where several rounds struck a complainant’s vehicle. ===== PDF PAGE 20 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Monthly Activity Totals Activities Oct Nov Dec Jan Total YTD Total 2025 2025 2025 2025 2026 2026 2025 Traffic 1,148 1,010 989 1,121 1,121 899 14,135 Stops Traffic 262 249 227 252 252 322 4,150 Citations Traffic 885 758 762 869 869 221 8,021 Warnings Parking 241 176 97 191 191 336 2,943 Citations Traffic 76 57 99 82 82 73 858 Crashes Incident 288 265 247 280 280 301 3,493 Reports ===== PDF PAGE 21 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Summary of Officer Activities: January 2026 The following highlights key incidents and enforcement actions taken by the West Chicago Police Department in January 2026. High-Speed Pursuit and Stolen Vehicle Recovery (#2600085) On January 14, 2026, Officer Bertany attempted to stop a 2016 Kia Rio traveling at 60 mph in a 45-mph zone with no lights near North Ave. and Marketing Dr. • Pursuit: The vehicle accelerated to approximately 107 mph, leading West Chicago officers to terminate the pursuit as it entered a neighboring jurisdiction. • Apprehension: After being spike-stripped by multiple agencies, the vehicle crashed in Oak Brook. The driver and two juveniles fled on foot but were quickly apprehended. • Evidence: Officers found a ripped-apart steering column and two screwdrivers in the vehicle. • Outcome: The driver was charged with several felonies, including possession of a stolen motor vehicle and aggravated fleeing and eluding, and was transported to the DuPage County Jail. Retail Theft and Arrest (#2600058) On January 9, 2026, Officer Serrano responded to a retail theft in the 900 block of N. Neltnor Blvd. • Investigation: Surveillance footage showed the suspect exiting the store with a cart full of unbagged merchandise without paying. • Suspect Confrontation: When located at her residence, the suspect admitted she would not pay for the items, stating she was "too tired" to do so. • Outcome: A total of 37 items valued at $253.59 were recovered. The suspect was arrested and charged with Retail Theft Under $300.00. ===== PDF PAGE 22 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Item # 8.A. WEST CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT FEBRUARY 2026 Colin Fleury, Chief of Police ===== PDF PAGE 23 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] TABLE OF CONTENTS Organizational Chart .............................................................................................................. 3 Department Overview ..................................................................................................................... 4 Personnel ................................................................................................................................................................. 5 Criminal Activities ...................................................................................................... 6 Monthly Totals ......................................................................................................................................................................8 Officer Activities ........................................................................................................................................................9 2 ===== PDF PAGE 24 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] Organizational Chart West Chicago Police Department Chief of Police ManagementAnalyst Patrol Investigations/Support m= Commander Services Commander Nights A Sergeant Targeted Unit Resource Officers (3) Community 5 Patrol Officers Service Officer Patrol Officers (5) (2) (5) Task Force Officers (2) Evidence Custodian Nights B Sergeant Records Supervisor Patrol Officers (5) Records Clerks (2) Patrol Officers (5) ===== PDF PAGE 25 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Department Overview The Mission of the West Chicago Police Department is to Protect Life and Liberty, Provide Quality Police Services, and Forge Community Partnerships with Integrity and Professionalism. The police department has three divisions: the Office of the Chief of Police, the Patrol Division, and the Investigations/Administrative Division. The primary responsibility of the Office of the Chief of Police is to provide general management direction and control for the Department. The Office of the Chief of Police consists of the Chief of Police, the Deputy Chief of Police, and the Management Analyst. The Patrol Division consists of Uniformed Patrol Officers, a Community Service Officer, and a Training Officer. The Investigations/Administrative Division consists of Detectives, School Resource Officers, Evidence/Property, the Targeted Response Unit, the Community Relations Officer, the Administrative Sergeant, the Records Unit, and Social Services. 4 ===== PDF PAGE 26 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Personnel On February 10th, the Cadets met and trained in the use of new portable radios. On February 27th, Officer Joseph McGuire completed his last day with the city. The Department wishes him well in his future endeavors. 5 ===== PDF PAGE 27 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Criminal Activities Criminal Damage to Property: #2500212 Person(s) unknown damaged a pride flag hanging from a church in the 400 block of W. Washington St. A subject exited a truck, cut the flag, attempted to tear it down, then reentered the truck and left the area. Investigation is ongoing. #2600273 Person(s) unknown damaged a vehicle parked in a lot in the 1200 block of Kings Cross. All four tires had been punctured, and the rear license plate was bent. #2600343 Person(s) unknown damaged a vehicle parked on the street in the 500 block of Belleview Ave. The truck sustained 18 small dents on the exterior, possibly caused by a BB or pellet gun. Criminal Damage to Government Property: #2600183 Person(s) unknown bent a street sign at the intersection of Joliet St. and Geneva St. #2600184 Person(s) unknown bent a street sign at the intersection of Oak St. and National St. #2600254 Person(s) unknown bent a street sign at the intersection of Coolidge Ave. and Jeri Ln. #2600284 Person(s) unknown damaged the marquee sign at Currier School located at 800 Garys Mill Rd. #2600297 Person(s) unknown bent a street sign at the intersection of Church St. and Parkside Ave. #2600306 Person(s) unknown bent a street sign at the intersection of Forest Ave. and Elizabeth St. Retail Theft: #2600333 Person(s) unknown removed a laser level from Menards located at 220 W. North Ave. The suspect placed the level valued at $303.99 under his shirt and left the store without paying. #2600361 A known person removed two dimmer switches and building wire valued at $70.70 from Menards located at 220 W. North Ave. The suspect returned a mailbox stating it was damaged and wanted an exchange. The suspect obtained a new mailbox and placed the items in the box. The suspect then left the store without paying for the additional items. Investigation is ongoing. 6 ===== PDF PAGE 28 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Theft of Motor Vehicle: #2600340 Person(s) unknown removed the victim’s car from a parking lot in the 900 block of Lorlyn Dr. The owner left the car running in an unloading zone. When he returned to the car, it was gone. While investigating the theft, officers learned the car was photographed on a tow truck in Aurora. The Aurora Police Department was contacted, and it was learned that the vehicle had been stopped and the driver was arrested for DUI. The Aurora Police added a charge of Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle. 7 ===== PDF PAGE 29 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Monthly Totals Activities Nov Dec Jan Feb YTD YTD Total 2025 2025 2026 2026 2026 2025 2025 Traffic 1,010 989 1,121 830 1,951 1,643 14,135 Stops Traffic 249 227 252 197 449 524 4,150 Citations Traffic 758 762 869 633 1,502 364 8,021 Warnings Parking 176 97 191 138 329 585 2,943 Citations Traffic 57 99 84 49 133 127 858 Crashes Incident 265 247 280 288 568 553 3,493 Reports 8 ===== PDF PAGE 30 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Officer Activities #2600339 On February 22nd, Officer Chapman made a stop on a truck in the area of Roosevelt Rd. and Gary's Mill Rd. for having no lights on as well as lane violations. Speaking with the driver, an odor of an alcoholic beverage was noted. Additionally, a black pistol grip was observed sticking up between the driver’s seat and the center console. Officers Schoonhoven, Solis, and Schane, and Sergeant Guerra arrived to assist. The driver was instructed to exit the vehicle, and the pistol was retrieved. The firearm was loaded with one in the chamber. It was learned that the driver did not have a valid Firearm Owners Identification Card or a Concealed Carry License. The firearm was run and came back reported as stolen to the Woodridge Police Department. The driver submitted to field sobriety tests and, as a result, was arrested for Driving Under the Influence, in addition to possessing a stolen firearm, and was transported to the Police Station, where he was interviewed. The other passengers were released on scene. In addition to DUI, the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office approved a charge of Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon. The suspect was fingerprinted, photographed, and transported to the DuPage County Jail. #2600189 On February 3rd, Officer Cummings responded to a theft report. The complainant explained that she was notified via email that she had received two packages that were dropped near the mailroom of the 600 W. Forest Ave. apartment building. She received a photograph of the packages left in the front lobby, confirming they were successfully delivered. The complainant immediately went downstairs to retrieve the packages, but within 10 minutes, they had been stolen. The packages were valued at approximately $70.00. Officer Cummings went to the apartment complex office and spoke with the property manager, who accessed video footage from the security cameras. In the video, two subjects could be seen entering the lobby minutes after the packages were delivered. The subjects could be seen perusing the lobby until the lobby was clear of other residents. When the area was clear of witnesses, the suspect could be seen retrieving the packages that had just been delivered. The suspect was seen standing in the lobby, holding the packages, then exiting the building with them. The second subject could be seen acting as an accomplice and lookout. Both suspects left the building together with the stolen packages. Detective Flanigan and Officer Cummings went to the apartment, made contact with the suspects, and showed them the video and still pictures that captured the suspects stealing the packages. After viewing pictures and video from that day’s theft, both subjects stated they were the people in the pictures and video. Eventually, the suspects obtained one of the packages addressed to the victim and handed it to the officers. The suspects were arrested and transported to the Police Station. One suspect was charged with two counts of theft, and the second suspect with one count of Theft. The suspects were fingerprinted, photographed, and transported back to their apartment building. #2600348 On February 24th, Officer Chassagne was dispatched to a Burglary to Motor Vehicle call in the 300block of Harrison St. The complainant saw three individuals in his neighbor's car. While en route to the call, 3 males in masks were located walking together on Church St. Officers Rigler and Schiever arrived to assist while Officer MacDougall spoke with the car owner. The complainant stated he heard something, looked out the window, and saw the three. 9 ===== PDF PAGE 31 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] males inside his neighbor's white Jeep in the driveway. The males were masked up and digging around. The complainant was brought to the scene, where he positively identified the suspects as the ones in the Jeep. The Jeep's owner checked her vehicle and said nothing was missing. The subjects, two adults and a juvenile, were placed under arrest, transported to the Police Station, and interviewed. One of the suspects stated that they checked the car doors, entered the Jeep, and found nothing of value. The two adults were charged with Criminal Trespass to Motor Vehicle and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor. The adults were fingerprinted, photographed, and released from custody. The juvenile will be direct filed on in Juvenile Court and was released to his mother. 10 ===== PDF PAGE 32 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Item # 8.B. West Chicago City Museum: 2025 Operations and Strategic Analysis Executive Summary The West Chicago City Museum, managed by Phalen Consulting, Inc., demonstrated significant growth in public engagement and digital reach throughout 2025. The museum successfully executed several high-impact community events and expanded its digital footprint. Physical visitation peaked during major community festivals, notably the October mural unveiling and Trick or Treat event, which drew over 1,100 visitors. Digital engagement saw a 62% year-over- year increase in website visits, totaling over 6,200 for the year. The museum remains focused on its strategic goals, including more community engagement outside our building during the renovations at 132 Main Street (Turner Town Hall National Register Building) and programming tied to the America 250 commemoration. Financial Performance The museum’s finances are governed by a contractual agreement with the City of West Chicago, now in its thirteenth year of management by Phalen Consulting, Inc. Please see attached FY2025 P&L statement. The net deficit for the year is covered by the Friends of the West Chicago City Museum’s Trust fund which holds donations and other fundraising income in trust for the City Museum. Primary Cost Drivers ● Personnel: The largest expenditure, totaling $62,665.06. This includes the Museum Director, education staff, reception staff, museum assistants, and contractors. ● Educational Programming & Exhibitions: Combined spending of approximately $19,673.53 YTD to support outreach programming, new displays and public events. ● Collections Maintenance: $1,120.69 for artifact preservation. Trust Account and Revenue Generation ● Trust Account: Took in $340.24 in interest revenue and donations, ending the fiscal year with a balance of $7,657.83 held in trust for the City Museum. ===== PDF PAGE 33 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] Visitor Attendance and Community Outreach Engagement is measured through physical visitation, special event attendance, and off-site educational impact. Metric 2025 2024 2023 Hours open to the public 803 742 701.50 Museum Guests 3,957 3,836 3,706 External Program 1,250 1,069 987 Attendance Virtual Program Attendance 385 483 0 Website Unique Visits 5,647 3,981 3,680 Facebook Followers 1,444 1,369 1,258 Instagram Followers 660 622 604 Physical Visitation Trends Physical attendance is heavily influenced by seasonal events. While "Regular Day" walk-ins typically range from 4 to 15 guests, major events drive significant traffic: Trick or Treat and Mural Unveiling (Oct 25): 1,117 visitors. Frosty Fest (Dec 6): 504 visitors. Food Fest (Aug 23): 204 visitors. Middle School Tour (Sept 26): 103 visitors. Springfield Tour (June 1): 46 visitors. ===== PDF PAGE 34 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Educational and Off-site Reach ● Library Collaboration: An exhibit and program on the "1920s in West Chicago" at the West Chicago Public Library reached an estimated 2,000 viewers in April; In October and November the Museum featured two displays around Hispanic Heritage Month and West Chicago Veterans which saw an additional 3,000 views. ● Internships: Two new summer interns were onboarded in Q2 to assist with collections and marketing projects. Digital Engagement and Analytics The museum saw substantial growth in its online presence, with digital platforms becoming a primary source of traffic. Website Performance (Full Year 2025) ● Total Visits to the website: 6,209 (+62% year-over-year). ● Unique Visitors: 5,300 (+59% year-over-year). Unique visitors that accessed the website during the calendar year. ● Pageviews: 9,700 (+58% year-over-year). The total number of pages on a website that are viewed. ● Bounce Rate: 75.94%. The percentage of visitors who leave the website after viewing only one page without clicking or exploring further. Traffic Sources and Technology ● Top Sources: Direct traffic leads (3,262), followed by Facebook (1,326) and Google (1,059). ● Device Usage: The majority of users access museum content via Desktop (approx. 55%) and Mobile (approx. 40%), with a small percentage using tablets. Social Media Metrics (End of Year) ● Facebook: 1,444 Page followers; 1,104 Group members. ● Instagram: 660 followers. Collections and Research The museum continues to professionalize its archive and respond to community inquiries. Collection Statistics ● Total Objects: 35,466 items. ===== PDF PAGE 35 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] ● Database Progress: 6,243 artifacts entered into the CatalogIt online platform; 1,666 of those artifacts are accessible online to the general public to view through our online database. ● Recent Donations: Materials from local families, organizational histories, and business development records, in total 345 items donated in 2025. Research Services: 108 total for 2025 The museum processed 108 various research requests throughout the year. Requests were submitted by local residents, those from surrounding communities and individuals from as far as Colorado, covering genealogical and property-related inquiries. Strategic Goals and Exhibit Highlights 2025 Achievements ● Burlington Route 175th Anniversary: A new railroad history exhibit opened in February 2025 on the second floor of the museum and remained on display through 2025. ● "Rooted in Place": A new first-floor exhibit opened during Blooming Fest in May 2025. ● Second Saturdays: Successfully launched a monthly craft and history event series in March of 2025 which continued through the end of the year. Ten total events were held, with over 120 people taking part in the activities. ● Storage Improvements: Began clean-up of off-site storage and improved artifact storage within the museum. This work is being continued into 2026. Future Initiatives ● U.S. 250th Anniversary: Planning is currently in progress for the 2026 national commemoration. ● Digital Expansion: Ongoing efforts to add 1,500 new items to the online database in 2026 to increase public accessibility. ● Educational Outreach: Development of three new local history programs for schools remains in progress. ● Exhibition Outreach: Plan for more off-site exhibits in 2027 in anticipation of access challenges during downtown construction. ● Programmatic Expansion: Additional programming to support the Mosaic Market throughout the summer of 2026. ===== PDF PAGE 36 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Year 2025 90,900.00 - - - - 90,900.00 62,665.06 3,775.97 1,710.49 - 549.25 757.20 2,223.42 1,026.98 11,308.14 8,365.39 - 1,120.69 1,036.27 139.07 - 94,677.93 (3,777.93) - (3,777.93) (3,777.93)Full Dec-25 15,150.00 - - - - 15,150.00 4,664.14 1,319.61 247.36 - 429.85 - 60.75 820.60 3,727.74 - - 1,036.27 - - 12,306.32 2,843.68 (6,621.61) 2,843.68 (3,777.93) - - - - - - 6,423.46 1,278.52 283.49 - - - 256.94 257.10 217.92 859.53 - - - - - 9,576.96 (9,576.96) 2,955.35 (9,576.96) (6,621.61) Nov-25 7,575.00 - - - - 7,575.00 3,713.25 - - - - - - - 2,500.00 - - - - - - 6,213.25 1,361.75 1,593.60 1,361.75 2,955.35 Oct-25 Sep-25 15,150.00 - - - - 15,150.00 4,751.34 1,177.84 183.95 - 119.40 - 959.90 260.65 277.22 653.02 - - - - - 8,383.32 6,766.68 (5,173.08) 6,766.68 1,593.60 Aug-25 15,150.00 - - - - 15,150.00 6,112.15 - 184.90 - - - - 2,338.82 768.24 - 580.69 - - - 9,984.80 5,165.20 (10,338.28) 5,165.20 (5,173.08) Jul-25 - - - - - - 6,688.53 - - - - - - - - - - - - 6.50 - 6,695.03 (6,695.03) (3,643.25) (6,695.03) (10,338.28) Jun-25 15,150.00 - - - - 15,150.00 4,713.59 - 373.99 - - 45.20 - 3,166.34 575.04 - 540.00 - - - 9,414.16 5,735.84 (9,379.09) 5,735.84 (3,643.25) - - - - - - 4,982.83 - - - - - - - - 490.00 - - - - - 5,472.83 (5,472.83) (3,906.26) (5,472.83) (9,379.09) May-25 7,575.00 - - - - 7,575.00 5,151.73 - 421.85 - - 712.00 343.75 1,987.24 1,202.84 - - - 132.57 - 9,951.98 (2,376.98) (1,529.28) (2,376.98) (3,906.26) Apr-25 7,575.00 - - - - 7,575.00 4,195.99 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4,195.99 3,379.01 (4,908.29) 3,379.01 (1,529.28) Mar-25 7,575.00 - - - - 7,575.00 5,075.62 - 14.95 - - - 1,006.58 104.73 - 88.98 - - - - - 6,290.86 1,284.14 (6,192.43) 1,284.14 (4,908.29) Feb-25 - - - - - - 6,192.43 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6,192.43 (6,192.43) - (6,192.43) (6,192.43) Jan-25 Subscriptions / Services Supplies Programming Commodities Chicago Exhibitions Programming Balance tuition Balance Dues Binding (Deficit) Maintenance Arts / / & Equipment & (Deficit) West / Donations Cash Contractual Office & Cash of / Inflows Outflows Surplus City Trust Grants Gifts Other Personnel Training Membership Printing Advertising Other Computer Tools Educational Educational Miscellaneous Collection Additional Other Trust + ACTUAL Inflows: Total Outflows: Total Surplus Starting Ending ===== PDF PAGE 37 ===== [Extraction: OCR (rendered-page OCR)] Item # 8.C. For the fiscal year of 2025 under the fourteenth year of the executed contract with the City of West Chicago for the operation of Gallery 200, People Made Visible had total cash inflows of $12,148.00 and total cash outflows of $36,863.09, for a net deficit of $24,715.09. The net deficit will be covered by organizational savings for our expansion of staff and anticipated inflows during the FY26. PMV has operated at an annual deficit since 2025 when we expanded our programming through the hiring of our first part-time staff member, but went into 2024 with a surplus to cover this expansion. Financial highlights from the fiscal year 2025 include: > Inflows: $12,148.00 o Cash receipts of $6,000.00 from the City of West Chicago per the contractual agreement between the City and People Made Visible. Inc. This funding goes towards operational expenses, programming, and outreach activity. o Cash receipts of $910.00 from the Gallery artist fees Cash receipts of $5,238.00 from donations from the public for the Gallery 200 Programming and 200 Main Projects Fund Qutflows: $36,863.09 Printing & Advertising: $ 236.81 Supplies & Event expenses: $ 968.36 Cleaning: $ 840 Insurance & Registration fees costs totaled $ 2,981.28 Phone & Internet: $ 3,017.64 Staff: $ 28,079.00 Website with online store: $ 740.00 ie) Vv eoo0o0090 Visitation and Sales Overview ANNUAL ANNUAL SALES VISITATION 200 MAIN: 2014 1,881 $8,386.06 2015 2,351 $10,716.55 103 W. WASH: 2016 | 2,173 $8,066.55 2017 2,859 $13,223.25 2018 3,126 $8,153.25 2019 3,650 $16,086.95 2020 1,387 $4,774.50 2021 1,004 $10,675.50 2022 2,927 $13,063.00 2023 2,931 $17,779.25 2024 5,769 $26,005.50 2025 6,647 $39,155.75 Gallery 200, 2025 report, page 1 ===== PDF PAGE 38 ===== [Extraction: embedded PDF text] Visitation at 200 Main Street (Main Street Gallery-February-December): 1,421 Progress towards Goals for 2025 • Introduce additional hours at 200 Main Street: Met • Continue to increase visibility of Gallery 200 and downtown West Chicago cultural activities: Met • Continue to promote West Chicago artist community and offerings through state and national organizations: Met • Continue to Market West Chicago as a destination for artists and a place to purchase affordable art: Met • Expand classes offered at Gallery 200, including virtual offerings, and increase registration with the goal of eight classes a month and one free community art making offering: Met • Continue fundraising campaign to contribute to 200 Main Street Renovation Project: In progress • Expand Visiting Artist-in-Residency and welcome two visiting artists in the 2025 year: community art making events were held throughout the year • Work with the City Museum to plan IL250 (America250) Commemoration: Met Goals for 2026 • Continue to increase visibility of Gallery 200 and downtown West Chicago cultural activities through increased marketing and partnerships with area artists and arts organizations • Continue to promote West Chicago artist community and offerings through state and national organizations through promotional materials and participation in organizational activities • Continue to Market West Chicago as a destination for artists and a place to purchase affordable art with additional programming and events during the launch of the Mosaic Market • Expand classes offered at Gallery 200, including virtual offerings, and increase registration with the goal of eight classes a month and one free community art making offering • Continue fundraising campaign and planning for 2028 transition