Committees and Commissions
About Advisory Committees and Commissions
The Village of University Park has established various committees and commissions in order to assist and advise the Board of Trustees with various aspects within the community. The main functions of these groups are:
- Gathering and analyzing information
- Formulating plans aimed at fulfillment of Village government
- Considering resident suggestions and complaints
- Maintaining a liaison with the staff, government body, and residents
- Facilitating public information
Appointments to the various committees and commissions vary based on the committee itself. The Mayor of the Board of Trustees makes these appointments with the concurrence of the Board of Trustees. The term of the committee / commission member is usually three years, unless otherwise specified in the ordinance governing that particular body.
Village Committees and Commissions
Board of Police and Fire Commissioners
This board of commissioners conducts and establishes the qualifications for
Police and
Fire candidates for the Village of University Park. They test and review applications and review any disciplinary actions that must be taken for those two departments.
This commission meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 pm at Village Hall located at 698 Burnham Drive.
Code Enforcement Commission
This commission meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 pm at the Village Hall located at 698 Burnham Drive.
Community Development Commission
This commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 pm at the Village Hall located at 698 Burnham Drive.
Community Recognition Advisory Committee
The committee has served as an advisor to the
Board of Trustees in identifying residential or business individuals who represent the Village of University Park both in their regular and extra curricular activities. This committee has been responsible for the following annual events:
- Unity Day
- Tree Lighting Ceremony
- Holiday Decoration Contest
- Annual House Beautification Awards
This committee meets on the second Monday of each month at 7:30 pm at the Village Hall located at 698 Burnham Drive.
Education Advisory Committee
This committee shall review and study all matters concerning education affecting the residents of the Village of University Park. This committee is also the source for the scholarships to Village High School graduates who plan on going on to further their educational needs.
The Scholarship Committee has an annual dance and golf outing to seek donations to help fund the annual scholarships.
This committee meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 pm at the Village Hall located at 698 Burnham Drive.
Ethics Committee - Information Coming Soon.
Finance Committee
This committee is responsible for the following:
- Assisting the Village Manager in developing various financial reports such as budgets, cash flows, and system evaluations
- Making recommendations to the Village Manager or to the Board of Trustees concerning long range financial plans
- Reviewing and recommending fiscal legislation of issue budgets, tax levies, audits, etc.
This committee meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Village Hall located at 698 Burnham Drive.
Information Technology Commission
This commission meets on the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Village Hall located at 698 Burnham Drive.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
This committee is responsible for recommending new recreational programs, creative leisure time activities, identifying present and future recreational needs, and is a forum for youth-related issues.
This committee meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm at the
Riegel Farm.
Planning Commission
This commission meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 pm at the Village Hall located at 698 Burnham Drive.
Public Safety Committee
This committee shall be responsible for the following:
- Monitoring a system review and answering citizen complaints
- Developing a plan to attract volunteers to the Fire and Police Departments
- Developing public education programs
- Recommending community development programs
- Monitoring social service delivery in the community
This committee meets on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 pm in the Police Station Conference Room located at 650 Burnham Drive.
Public Services and Utilities Committee
This committee is responsible for the following:
- Developing a five-year plan for Village street repairs and lighting
- Recommending projects eligible for Motor Fuel Tax Funds
- Developing a five-year plan for maintenance of sidewalks, parks, public buildings, street cleaning, storm sewers, bike paths, tree trimming, etc.
- Working with utility companies to provide the best services possible to Village residents
This committee meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 8:00 pm at the Village Hall located at 698 Burnham Drive.
Senior Citizen Committee
This committee is responsible for advising the Board of Trustees on issues including, but not limited to, senior citizen problems, providing information on services for senior citizens, etc.
This committee meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 2:00 pm at the University Park Public Library located at 1100 BlackHawk Drive.
Special Events / Human Services Committee
This committee meets on the fourth Saturday of each month at 9:30 am at the Police Station conference room located at 650 Burnham Drive.
