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BUDGET VILLAGE OF ORLAND PARK FISCAL YEAR 2025 IN BRIEF

VILLAGE OVERVIEW

VILLAGE BOARD

TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter From The Mayor.....................2 Lower Property Taxes................ .....3 Awards & Achievements..................4 Public Safety...................................6 Village Manager's Office...............10 Human Resources...........................11 Communications & Marketing.........12 Staying Connected........................13 Village Finances............................14 Information Technology.................16 Recreation & Parks.........................17 Development Services...................24 Public Works................................26 Road Improvement Program..........34 Engineering.................................36 Budget Process.............................48 General Fund Revenues.................50 Revenues From All Funds...............52 General Fund Expenditures...........53 Department Budgets-General Fund.54 Department Budgets-Other Funds...64

LIVABILITY We do our best to ensure that the Village of Orland Park is a community that offers its residents a safe environment in which to live, an abundance of options for a place to call home and accessibility to all that is needed to make the community the best it can be. WE’RE LISTENING We want to hear from you! There are many ways to communicate with Village staff and your local representatives. Visit any of the Village buildings, give us a call or send us an email. We appreciate and encourage community input. FISCALLY STRONG Maintaining fiscal strength for the community is a main priority. The Village of Orland Park safeguards assets through adherence to sound financial management practices and procedures. The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Budget are available online at orandpark.org.

MAYOR

Keith Pekau

TRUSTEES

William Healy

Cynthia Katsenes

Michael Milani

Sean Kampas

Brian Riordan

Joni Radaszewski

VILLAGE CLERK

Brian Gaspardo

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VILLAGE OVERVIEW LETTER FROM THE MAYOR

LOWER PROPERTY TAXES

The Village of Orland Park had a very successful 2024 and we are on track for an even more prosperous 2025.

I urge everyone in the community to take part in Village board meetings (we offer in-person as well as a live broadcast on our OPTV Cable Channel and YouTube) and to stay informed by joining one or more of our community engagement efforts found on page 13. Please visit the Village website at orlandpark.org for all Village of Orland Park related news, event listings and more. As always, please feel free to visit Village Hall or reach out to my office or any member of Village staff with any questions or concerns. Here’s to continued success in 2025.

The Village’s goal of minimizing the impact from property taxes revolves around the combination of lowering the property tax levy while increasing the Village’s Equalized Assessed Valuation (EAV). In 2024, the Village successfully lowered the property tax levy by $250,518 or 1.87%. The Village also anticipates increases in the Village’s EAV from new development adding to tax rolls in 2025.

The attached 2025 budget maintains the high-quality Village services offered to residents and capital investments in facilities, parks and infrastructure to establish a solid foundation for Orland Park’s future. This budget accomplishes this in the face of economic challenges that are beyond our control. The proposed budget continues the funding of General Fund services without the use of a General Fund property tax. As a result, Village residents enjoy one of the lowest municipal tax rates in the area. The Village will continue to examine municipal services and develop strategies that enable the Village to match resources (financial, physical and human) to the desired level of service. We will continue to explore further cost cutting measures such as outsourcing and investing in technology and equipment to improve efficiency. We will also continue our efforts to drive further economic development. The fiscal year 2025 budget includes capital expenditures of $58,695,642. In addition to resurfacing and roadway improvements, other major capital expenditures reflected in this budget are found under the Capital tab of the budget. Use of Fund Balance - The Village’s General Fund Balance Policy establishes a minimum level (target range) at which the projected end-of-year available fund balance should be maintained to provide financial stability, cash for operations and the assurance that the Village will be able to respond to emergencies. A draw-down of fund balance is proposed that will maintain our 20% fund balance and use excess savings for the Village’s capital needs. We’ve continued to implement the use of ClearGov, an online financial tool that puts a fully transparent budget book, operational budget, personnel budgeting and capital budgeting at the fingertips of the community. View full details on the Village’s website at orlandpark.org/ budget.

These two successful updates result in a lower property tax for residents.

Keith Pekau Mayor

For a bird’s eye view of the completed and planned

improvements, visit the Village’s GIS mapping site at orlandpark. org/maps. This includes road resurfacing and park improvements from 2019 through planned projects for 2025.

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VILLAGE OVERVIEW

AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

TREE CITY USA The Village was recognized as a Tree City USA for the 36th year in 2024. As a part of the program, the Public Works Department organized an Arbor Day Event on April 26 with the Special Recreation Program. Mayor Pekau issued an Arbor Day Proclamation at the April 20 Village Board Meeting. MUNICIPAL LEADER OF THE YEAR The Village of Orland Park was honored at the Chicago Southland Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon, receiving the Municipal Leader of the Year Award. The award, accepted by Mayor Keith Pekau, is presented in recognition of a member’s vision, service and outstanding contributions to the tourism and hospitality industry in the Chicago Southland. In the past year, the Village of Orland Park has completed major renovations of Centennial Park West, attracting national artists, residents and visitors alike to the state of-the-art venue. Additionally, the Village expanded hotel accommodations and redeveloped park facilities, improving local hospitality capabilities. SOUTHWEST JOB FAIR The Inaugural Southwest Job Fair was a collaborative effort by the Village of Orland Park, Tinley Park, Orland Township and Cook County Commissioner Sean Morrison’s office to provide a place in southwest Chicago for job-seekers to find their next employment opportunity. Hosted at the Orland Park Civic Center on January 11, 2024, the event connected over 400 job seekers with 65 employers. The event was a prime example of the Village providing valuable services for its residents and community and set the stage for a successful 2025 event.

GFOA AWARD For over 25 years, the Village of Orland Park’s Finance Department has been awarded the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award. To qualify for this award, the Village’s budget document is judged by an independent panel of reviewers to be outstanding as a financial policy document, operations guide and communications device. The Village of Orland Park is one of only 24 governments in Illinois and 231 governments in the United States and Canada to achieve the GFOA Triple Crown of Financial Reporting Awards.

STARGUARD RATING The Village of Orland Park received a 5-Star Aquatic Safety Award in recognition of the Centennial Park Aquatic Center’s (CPAC) efforts as above the industry standard, reflecting a proactive approach to aquatic risk prevention. CPAC also earned a five-star safety rating, the highest rating possible, following an unannounced risk management audit by an international water safety organization. CPAC has received 5-star scores on 46 of the last 51 audits over the last 20 years.

PROPERTY CRIME REPORTING

In an extensive study conducted by SmartAsset ranking the 360 largest suburbs of major U.S. cities from most to least safe, the Village of Orland Park ranked #2 in the category of “Lowest Property Crime Reported Per Capita” and #5 in the category of “Lowest Violent Crime Reported Per Capita”.

To see a full list of awards and recognitions, visit orlandpark.org/awards

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PUBLIC SAFETY

Department Updates The Orland Park Police Department utilizes the latest technology, processes and procedures as part of the ongoing duty to provide safety services to Orland Park. Below are some of the new and ongoing projects from 2024 and 2025: • Officer safety initiatives (rifle plates, lighter body armor and helmets) purchased • FUSUS-real time crime center-secured attorney general grants to help pay for 2024 and 2025 contracts. The same grants paid for extra overtime details at major retail outlets during the Christmas holidays • Broke ground on new training facility/range/EOC/backup dispatch • Hired 9 officers in FY 2024 • Introduced new text-to-911 program (see page 8) • Purchased 2 new drones • Purchased new Glock firearms for officers • Developed an officer peer support team • Renegotiated the Axon BWC and in-car camera contract to include new Taser 10 purchases and the Axon Investigate tool along with the Axon Redaction software to facilitate more efficient process and timely FOIA responses • Upgrade the Public Safety-Grade Radio System and Microwave Network. The new digital radio system has been purchased and is currently being upgraded. The Ubiquiti Access Points have had new microwaves purchased and installed in order to convert to digital •Over 15,000 hours of training pertaining to PD personnel

The mission of the Orland Park Police Department is to enhance the quality of life for the residents and visitors within our community by providing professional, high quality and effective police service in partnership with Village residents and businesses. The department has a vital impact on the quality of life in our community. To demonstrate our dedication to our profession and our community, we commit ourselves to the following values: • Integrity • Community Partnership • Community Problem-Oriented Policing • Commitment to Employees • Professionalism and Dedication In 2024, the Orland Park Patrol Division utilized some of the budget for the following purposes: • Nasal Narcan is ongoing and supplied to all officers on the street to replace officers having to administer the drug utilizing a needle and vial. This new method is more efficient and allows for a faster delivery of the lifesaving drug. In 2024, the Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System (ILEAS) supplied additional nasal Narcan supply to provide to locations with repeated opioid issues. POLICE DEPARTMENT Patrol Division

• Training for traffic reconstruction utilizing drones continued with recertification for existing staff as well as officers from surrounding agencies. The method of traffic reconstruction allows for faster reconstruction and shorter road closure time. Community Relations During 2024, the Community Relations Team participated in over 80 community relations events. Many of those events are hosted by the Orland Park Police Department and include:

• Coffee With A Cop

• Cookout With Cops

• Cones With Cops

• Senior Luncheon

• Citizens’ Police Academy

• Teen Citizens’ Police Academy

• National Night Out Against Crime

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PUBLIC SAFETY

TEXT-TO-911 SERVICE Beginning in December of 2024, the 911 call center in Orland Park began accepting text messages via Text-to-911 service.

You should be prepared to answer questions and follow instructions.

“We are excited to offer another way to keep our residents safe,” said Mayor Keith Pekau. “We never want emergencies to happen, but we always want to be prepared when they do.”

The Illinois State Police are working to implement the Text-to-911 service across Illinois, and the Village of Orland Park is now certified to offer it. Customers of wireless carriers who are enrolled in their carriers’ text messaging and/or data plan can send text messages to 911 in an emergency when they are unable to place a phone call. This includes those who are hearing impaired, hard of hearing or speech impaired, those who may find themselves in a situation where placing a voice call could put them in danger or those who are experiencing a medical emergency and are unable to speak. “It is important to have more than one way to contact 911 because every situation is different,” said Police Chief Eric Rossi. “The ability to send a text message to 911 gives residents and visitors, particularly those who may have difficulty placing a voice call, better access to emergency services, and our goal is to keep our community as safe as possible.” If you require emergency services and are unable to place a phone call, you can enter 911 in the “To” line of a new text message and begin your message with the location of the emergency and the type of help needed—police, fire, or emergency medical services. Once the message has been received at the 911 call center, a public safety telecommunicator will respond.

Additional tips for using Text-to-911 service:

• As with all text messages, messages to 911 may take longer to receive, may be received out of order, and/or may not be received at all. • If Text-to-911 service is not available, you will receive a bounce-back message from your carrier telling you to place a phone or relay call instead. • Photos and videos cannot be received by 911 call centers. • Limited translation services may be available in your area. • Keep text messages short and simple and avoid using slang or abbreviations. • Including an additional contact in your text message may prevent it from being received by 911. • Call if you can, text if you can’t. • Do not text and drive.

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEWS

VILLAGE MANAGER’S OFFICE

HUMAN RESOURCES

The Human Resources Department strives to excel in the “Five P’s”, or five constitutional aspects:

The Village of Orland Park operates under the council manager form of government, which combines the strong political leadership of elected officials in the form of a governing body with an appointed local government professional. The manager is hired to serve the board and the community on behalf of the governing body.

PURPOSE organization’s vision, mission and primary objectives PRINCIPLES operational protocols set to lead to achieving a purpose PROCESSES systems, structure and methods of operation PEOPLE resources to perform tasks in line with the appointed principles and processes PERFORMANCE ultimate result that can be measured by the appropriate standards

Guiding Principles To accomplish policy directives, staff will follow four guiding principles:

• Customer Service: Providing the optimum in municipal services for those who choose Orland Park as the ideal place in which to live and raise a family

• Finance/Budgeting: Maintaining and building on Orland Park’s strong reputation for conservative budgeting and prudent use of taxpayer dollars

• Professional Management: Bringing professional, market-based approaches to the delivery of public services, where possible, and working in partnership with the private sector in finding solutions to public sector challenges

In 2024, the Human Resources Department worked diligently to support the goals, mission and challenges of the Village by servicing all levels of the workforce to promote a work environment that is characterized by fair treatment of staff, open communication, personal accountability, trust and mutual respect. Major accomplishments include configuring and implementing multiple modules of the Tyler Munis HRIS system to simplify and streamline the employee and manger experience in a variety of ways as we consistently push to optimize the operating principles of the organization. The department will continue to spread leadership skills utilizing: • Employee incentive/recognition programs • Valuable cross-departmental learning opportunities • Enhancement of personal career development

• Inspiring personal leadership narratives • Promotion of effective communication and service • Management of all state and federal compliance Mandated training was successfully promoted and completed by all existing and incoming employees to include:

• Transparency: Maintaining the Village’s strong reputation as a leader in local government transparency in the State of Illinois

• Sexual harassment • Blood-borne pathogens • Hazard recognition • Hazardous materials labels • Active shooter best practices • Diversity • Ethics and code of conduct

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEWS

STAYING CONNECTED

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COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

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Orland Park’s Communications and Marketing Department upholds its reputation for excellence in communication and is dedicated to keeping the community informed by creating dynamic pieces to deliver the Village’s messages. The Communications and Marketing Department is responsible for: • News releases • Media advisories • Village websites • Press relations • Orland Park resident newsletters • Senior newsletters • E-Newsletters

The community is encouraged to visit the Village website at orlandpark.org. GovDelivery e-news service brings monthly updates as well as important community updates to residents who choose to sign up for the emailed news updates. Print and digital media reach continued to grow in 2024, as the Village remains ahead of the curve with new and engaging content for residents and guests. In 2024, over 32k Orland Park residents and businesses chose to receive digital communication through the Village’s monthly e-news service. Sign up at orlandpark.org/subscribe. In 2024, six publications reached residents and business owners in Orland Park via printed copy as well as being available for digital access at orlandpark.org/newsletters. The Village’s Senior Newsletter continues to reach over 10,000 local seniors

directly via a printed quarterly publication.

The department is responsible for full-scale, in-house video production, creating over 100 videos for the Orland Park community per year. In-house photography services are utilized at board meetings, Village events, for portraits and other functions. Drones are being utilized for an enhanced visual experience in videos, for facility mapping and to provide a bird's eye view of the landscape to the Orland Park community. Looking forward to 2025, the department will continue to enhance community outreach while making strides to enhance print, digital and in-person efforts on behalf of the Village.

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• Video production • YouTube channels • Social media • OPTV (cable channel)

• Graphic design • Live broadcasts

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEWS

MONEY MATTERS

63% 15% 13% 5% 4%

MORAINE VALLEY

VILLAGE OF ORLAND PARK

FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

FINANCE DEPARTMENT

The Finance Department’s mission is to professionally and responsibly manage the financial affairs of the Village, to protect and further the Village’s strong financial reputation and to effectively and efficiently provide related support services to Village residents, as well as other operating departments and decision makers of the Village. We commit to anticipate, meet and exceed the service needs of the community and fellow employees. In 2022, the Finance Department went live with Tyler Munis Financials software system after over a year of planning and preparation. The Finance Department successfully went live using Tyler Munis Payroll Time and Attendance software this past July of 2024. In 2025, Finance expects to go live with Tyler Utility Billing and Enterprise Permits & Licensing. These new modules are expected to improve process efficiency and rework a lot of outdated processes. The Village of Orland Park is one of only 24 governments in Illinois and 231 governments in the United States and Canada to achieve the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Triple Crown of Financial Reporting Awards. For over 25 years, the Finance Department has been awarded the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award. To qualify for this award, the Village’s budget document is judged to be outstanding as a financial policy document, operations guide and communications device.

OTHER*

SCHOOL DISTRICTS 135 & 230

The Village anticipates that for every property tax dollar paid by residents,

approximately 5% will go to the Village of Orland Park to fund operating expenses. This number is anticipated to be 1% lower than the 2023 tax breakdown, due to a reduction in the tax levy. All percentages presented above, except the anticipated Village of Orland Park’s 5%, are based on a 2023 tax bill from a $750,000 property located in Cook County. Full 2024 tax information will not be made available until Q2 2025, after the printing of this publication.

* Dependent on address, other sources may include Cook County Forest Preserve, Health Facilities and Public Safety, Consolidated Elections, Orland Township, Orland general assistance, Orland road and bridge, Orland Park Public Library, South Cook Mosquito abate district, Will County and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District.

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEWS

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

RECREATION AND PARKS

The Department of Information Technology (DoIT) is responsible for applications, IT hardware, telephony and cyber security for the Village. The mission of the Department of Information Technology is to support Village services by providing innovative, reliable, cost-effective and secure technology that enables Village residents and staff to quickly and effortlessly access accurate information. The department continually evaluates the systems and processes and employs helpful and competent IT personnel. To this end, the department completed over 15 projects this past year, including replacing staff laptops and desktops, deploying Tyler Time and Attendance and moving to Microsoft 365. Cyber security and ensuring the safety and availability of the Village network and data continues to be a focus for 2025. In 2024, all external firewalls were replaced with next generation firewalls. Additional internal firewalls were deployed to isolate security of smart devices that are not managed directly by the Village DoIT for additional protection. As the department continues to monitor the threat landscape, adjustments are constantly made to our security and the cyber security training provided to Village employees.

The Recreation & Parks Department strives to enhance the quality of life for those who live in, work in and visit Orland Park through a large variety of opportunities, including recreation, fitness, aquatics, athletic fields, facilities and special events for all ages and interests. Divisions Include: • Administration • Recreation Programs • Athletics • Sportsplex • Special Recreation • Centennial Park Aquatic Center • Special Events/Taste of Orland Park • Civic Center • Orland Park Health and Fitness Center • Heritage Sites Completed and Upcoming Projects Schussler Park Phase I In 2024, the Village opened the Michael Schofield III Sports Complex featuring two full-size FieldTurf artificial turf fields, a new parking lot, a newly-dredged Schussler pond and a new sledding hill. The restroom/storage facility, slated to be constructed as a part of Phase II, was completed in Phase I utilizing funding saved during Phase I construction.

In its first year, the Sports Complex hosted Pioneer Football, Orland Park Soccer Club, Sting FC Soccer Club, Chicagoland United Soccer Club, Chicago City Soccer Club and Kora Soccer Club. In total, from June 2 – November 26, the new Sports Complex hosted 863 rentals, generating $51,802. Most impressively, the Sports Complex allowed for consistent play despite weather conditions. Prior to the renovations, the Schussler Park fields were unplayable due to flooding after a moderate rain. Schussler Park Phase II The Village is excited to announce the award of a $600,000 Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development Grant (OSLAD) by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). This matching grant will help to fund the $1.5M Phase II elements of Schussler Park. Phase II of Schussler Park includes an all-inclusive playground in which individuals of all ages will be able to play and interact together. More information about the all inclusive playground can be found on the next page.

Highlights • 2,340 support tickets closed in 2024

• Test Phishing Click Rate increased to 6.1%, primarily due to using AI to generate more realistic phishing emails

• Deployed multiple Tyler modules including:

- Time and Attendance

- Benefits

- Recruiting and Onboarding

- Scheduling

- Employee Self Service

• Replaced over 50 desktops/laptops

• Completed Microsoft 365 migration, including Teams and SharePoint rollout • Replaced all external firewalls and deployed internal firewalls • Deployed new help desk software and added additional departments to the software suite

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RECREATION & PARKS

Schussler Park Phase II (Cont.) Additionally, Phase II will include a pavilion, half basketball court, landscaping and site furnishings. The generosity and support of individuals in Orland Park and around Illinois will enable the Village to break ground on Phase II elements in the spring of 2025. The design of inclusive playgrounds considers a variety of abilities and ensures that children with different abilities can play, explore and interact alongside their peers in a supportive environment. Features include a mix of ground level play elements, accessible ramps and elevated play structures with various challenges and sensory experiences. The goal is to create an environment where children of all abilities can enjoy the same play experiences, fostering friendship, empathy and inclusion. The Schussler Park playground is designed for children 2 – 12 years of age. Special thanks go to: Dan Drexler, Bill Healy, Brian Riordan, Kevin Scanlan, Parkreation Inc., Brightstar Care of Orland Park, Jacquelyn Fletcher, B Kell, Gene Baffoe, Hilary Ranstrom, Isabella Torres, Kristine Parker, Laurie Seiwert, Shane Madden, United Vein & Vascular Centers and Wala Elayyan for their donations to the Schussler Park all-inclusive playground. Doogan Park Renovation Engineering The Village continues to advance the redevelopment of Doogan Park. Supported by a $600,000 OSLAD Grant, park improvements include lighted pickleball courts with restrooms, a shaded seating area, playground, half basketball court, 20’x20’ pavilion, improvements to the soccer field and parking lots and adding lights to the two existing tennis courts

Centennial Park West Concert Venue In 2024, the Village completed and debuted the new Centennial Park West event and concerts venue.

A summer packed with events was hosted at the new venue, including the Centennial Park West Concert Series featuring Gary LeVox of Rascal Flatts, Hunter Hayes, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo and One Vision of Queen featuring Marc Martel. The concert series drew over 8,000 paid attendees in the inaugural year. Other events hosted at the new Centennial Park West included the Independence Day concert and fireworks, the weekly Market at the Park, the three-day Taste of Orland Park featuring the Village’s first-ever drone show and monthly Movies in the Park. These events drew a combined 40,000 attendees. The Village is excited to build upon the success of 2024, bringing national artists to the concert series, expanding the 4th of July with two bands and a pet and children’s patriotic bike parade with bigger fireworks finale, drone and firework show at the Taste of Orland Park, Movies in the Park and new exciting weekly entertainment.

The project is expected to break ground in the spring of 2025 and open for play in 2026.

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RECREATION & PARKS

Athletics Division The Athletics Division continues to improve upon the quality of Village athletic field assets and equipment to serve Village athletic organizations and tournaments. This includes a greater focus on turf development and play experience, continuing to repair Village athletic courts (bocce, tennis, etc.) and replacing outdated field equipment. Additionally, Village athletic fields will be treated with a more specialized fertilizer and bio-solids to improve the overall turf quality. In 2025, the Village expects to host 29 baseball/softball tournaments, including 4 national tournaments, at the John Humphry Complex and Centennial Park. This influx of athletes, coaches and families supports the Village’s retail community and, in turn, positively influences sales tax which helps support the Village’s many programs and opportunities aimed at enhancing the quality of life of its residents. Recreation Campus The Cultural Center was decommissioned in March 2024, paving the way for significant upgrades to the FLC to enhance the main recreation campus. A versatile all-purpose room and a second dance studio were added. Preschool classes were consolidated to optimize space and accommodate the merger of two buildings. Numerous improvements were made, including new flooring, ceiling tiles, updated lighting and a highly anticipated AC unit in the gym, the first in the building’s history. In 2024, the Village hosted 5,095 field rentals earning $351,010 in revenue.

Recreation Programs Division In 2025, the Recreation & Parks Department looks forward to continuing to build upon the popularity and success of its recreation programs. Additionally, staff continues to focus upon cost recovery by sensibly pricing programs to offset expenses.

Special Recreation Division In 2024, the Special Recreation Division continued its mission of supporting and providing opportunities for individuals of all ages and abilities. Over 250 individuals participated in the Owls Athletics programs. These athletes participated in basketball, bowling, floor hockey, golf, track and field, powerlifting, soccer, softball, swimming, volleyball, flag football, bocce ball and bags. In 2024, Owls athletes competing in the Special Olympics Summer games earned 8 gold, 16 silver and 10 bronze medals. The soccer team won the district championship, while the floor hockey team won both the district and state championships. In 2025, the Special Recreation Division will introduce new programs, trips and fundraising initiatives in support of Special Recreation. These include: • Pickleball tournament • Lunch Bunch for ages 21 and over • Sensory Exploration Class for ages 3-7 • Expansion of the Rhodes to Independence Program • Ice cream socials • New day trips • Spirit wear • Local fundraising partnerships 2024 Rentals The Village provides rental opportunities at the Centennial Park Aquatic Center, Civic Center, Franklin Loebe Center, Orland Park Health & Fitness Center, Sportsplex, Schussler Park and other parks around the Village. The Village had 470 internal rentals. Internal users being Village departments including Recreation & Parks program classes. The Village also has 294 external rentals, with external users being the general public. External users paid rentals fees. Participant registrations totaled 1,689, including 1,317 resident registrations in 2024.

Heritages Sites Division The Heritages Sites Division will focus upon the Village’s heritage assets while increasing the total number of Heritage Site memberships. Staff will work to bring life to the Heritage Sites Strategic Plan through historical programs and events. In 2025, the Humphrey House will undergo restoration to help maintain and prolong the life of the historic home. 2025 Heritage Sites Strategic Plan Objectives • Increase number of Humphrey House & Stellwagen Farm programs • Display artifacts at Village Hall, Village Facilities and Orland Park Public Library • Make restorations to Heritage Sites to preserve each for future generations 2025 Restorations John Humphrey House will undergo the following restorations: • Environmental remediation of lead-based and asbestos-containing materials • Installation of wood columns and girders in the basement • Sister joist installations in the basement • Foundation waterproofing, including installation of exterior foundation drain • Installation of new chase walls around new ducts • Expand the east vestibule to meet ADA requirements • Sidewalk removal and replacement • Site restoration, paint repair, HVAC Installation, foundation underpinning and electrical upgrades

2024 Revenue: $1,200,031 2024 Expenses: $841,563 Net: $358,468

2024 Dance Program (Adult and Youth) • 4 shows, 1,867 tickets sold earning $17,670 • Participation: 3,083 registrations including 2,545 resident registrations • Revenues: $143,392 2024 Summer Day Camp • Participation: 910 registrations including 809 resident registrations • Revenues: $330,841 2024 Preschool/Preschool Plus • Participation: 208 students including 182 resident registrations • Revenues: $229,701 Civic Center In 2024, the Civic Center took on the pivotal role of hosting recreation programs and events, while continuing to host private parties including wedding receptions, anniversary and birthday parties, business meetings and the weekly Bingo hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Orland Park. The Civic Center underwent improvements, including replacing the Exhibition Room floor and recarpeting the corridors.

2024 Revenues: $10,138 2024 Program Registrations: 374 2024 Special Events Attendance: 375

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RECREATION & PARKS

Memberships Orland Park Health and Fitness Center (OPHFC) The OPHFC is Village-owned, medically-certified by the Medical Fitness Association and operated by Power Wellness on behalf of the Village. In 2024, memberships grew to over 4,400 members, a 5% increase over 2023. The OPHFC features cardio and strength equipment, a 1/10th of a mile track, lap pool, warm water therapy pool, locker room whirlpools, saunas and steam, as well as two group exercise studios, a spin bike studio and gymnasium. Membership includes 76 group exercise classes for all ages, interests and abilities, including water-based classes in both the lap pool and warm water therapy pool. OPHFC offers a variety of additional services for an additional fee, including childcare, personal training, massage and swim lessons. In 2024, OPHFC staff taught 3,800 group exercise classes, conducted 4,142 personal training sessions and completed 1,974 massage sessions. In 2025, OPHFC will continue to work towards growing its membership, while retaining existing members, with an exceptional focus upon helping members improve and enhance their overall health and well-being. Fiscally, the focus will be for the facility to cover operational and non-capital facility expenses ending in a projected net that offsets all expenses, including a measure of capital. 2024 Highlights: • Enrolled over 1,600 new members. • Hosted 3,800 group exercise classes. • Serviced over 326,000 member visits, an 8.67% increase over 2023, while maintaining a “Very Good” average NPS score of 63%.

Sportsplex The Sportsplex continues to be a strong Village recreation, fitness and athletic facility with over 3,200 members and an average of 6,770 visitors on a weekly basis. Staff look forward to continuing to serve its membership, residents and guests through quality programs, equipment, athletic and recreational assets. In 2024, the Sportsplex flat roof sections were recoated and rooftop air-handlers were replaced after more than 20 years of operation. Additionally, large fans were installed in the gym, soccer arena and fitness center to more effectively move air for the comfort of users. Staff continue to be responsive to members, ensuring fitness equipment is consistently replaced to meet members’ expectations. In 2024, new equipment purchased included four Matrix ellipticals, a Life Fitness Signature Series leg extension, the InBody measurement system, a Hammer Strength plate-loaded glute drive and Precor stretcher. In 2025, treadmills and ellipticals will be replaced. In 2025, the Sportsplex looks forward to introducing a men’s adult soccer league and a men’s pickleball league. After more than 20 years, the netting around the soccer field will be replaced. The Sportsplex will host a variety of events in 2025 including: • Family Health Fair: March 22 • Active Aging Week: October 20 – 23 • Kids Turkey Trot: November 22 • Family Turkey Shoot: November 23 • Santa’s Pit Stop: TBA

Special Events 2024 was highlighted by the successful completion and opening of Centennial Park West (CPW) and the movement of the Market of the Park, Movies in the Park, Independence Day concert and fireworks, Taste of Orland Park and Centennial Park West Concert Series to the new venue. Each event seamlessly experienced record-breaking attendance exceeding 40,000. In 2025, the north lawn of the venue is expected to be fully established with the addition of irrigation to this area, enabling CPW to comfortably accommodate the expected crowds.

To improve attendees’ experience, the Village will install video screens, which will be used for large-scale events to project Main Stage performers and sponsor recognition.

In 2025, the Village is excited to produce special events year-round for the Orland Park community, including: • Cinderella’s Ball: February 8 • Lucky Egg Hunt: April 12 • Weekly Events: June 12 – August 14 • Centennial Park West Concert Series: TBA • Movies in the Park: June16 Moana 2, July 21 The Grinch, August 11 The Addams Family • Veterans Liberty Run/Walk: July 3 • Independence Day Celebration featuring Pet/Bike Parade, Concert and Fireworks: July 4 • Taste of Orland Park: August 1, 2 & 3 • Veterans Golf Classic: August 26 • Orland Park’s Country Market: September 13 • Great Pumpkin Party: October 4 • Turkey Trot: November: 27 • Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting & Festival: November 30 • Santa’s North Pole Express: December 11 & 12 • Children’s New Year’s Eve: December 31

Memberships 2024 year-end: 3,211 2023 year-end: 3,168 Attendance for year: Members: 269,075 Overall: 352,071

Memberships 2024 year-end: 4,474 2023 year-end: 4,259 Revenues: $3,707,225 Expenses: $3,327,774 Net: $379,451

Revenues: $1,761,970 Expenses: $1,130,091 Net: $631,879

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEWS

2024 Projects

• Orland Ridge Townhomes – Completed • Bluff Pointe Townhomes – Completed • Metro East Townhomes – Completed

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

The mission of the Development Services Department is to enhance the quality of life in the community through long-term planning and development design review, as well as to promote economic growth by encouraging neighborhood investment, business expansion, business retention and community revitalization. In 2024, Development Services pivoted from regular departmental functions to responding to the May 7 hailstorm and community recovery while still welcoming new businesses, guiding new developments through the Plan Commission and preparing to transition to a new permitting system, expected to roll out in early 2025.

• Pete’s Fresh Market – Completed • Silver Cross Medical Pavilion – Completed • Steinhafels Furniture – Completed • Waterford Pointe Villas and Houses – Under Construction • School Additions for District 135: 1. Centennial Elementary – Completed 2. High Point Elementary – Completed 3. Orland Junior High – Completed 4. Prairie Elementary – Completed 5. Liberty Elementary – Completed • Centennial Park West improvements – Completed • Schussler Park Fields – Completed • Wild Fork Foods – Completed • Portillo’s – Completed • Seasons 52 – Completed

2025 Department Initiatives • Transition to Tyler Enterprise Permitting and Licensing software • Implement new building permit and impact fee structures • Continue simplifying and reorganizing the Land Development Code • Continue the Business Retention and Expansion Program • Begin preparations for the Comprehensive Plan Update • Create guide for new businesses

2024 Department Achievements • Processed over 10,000 permits and sub-permits, 2.5 times higher than 2023 • Completed most of the preparation to implement new permitting & licensing software • Worked with the Master Developer to approve Downtown Orland Park Planned Development and Redevelopment Agreement

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEWS

The mission of the Public Works Department is to ensure the integrity and safety of the Village’s infrastructure, such as facilities, parks, pools, forestry, roads, bridges, sidewalks, water distribution, sanitary sewers, storm water collection systems, vehicles and equipment and transportation; utilizing safe and well-maintained equipment; executing in a cost-effective manner; and preserving natural resources for present and future generations. The Public Works Department’s Natural Resources and Facilities (NRF) Division staff and contractors planted 601 new trees throughout the Village in 2024. The Village plans on continuing tree planting at parks, parkways and facility sites in 2025, focusing on diversifying and restoring the urban tree canopy. An updated inventory and assessment of all 36,331 public trees located throughout the Village was also completed in 2024. Updating and maintaining the Village’s tree inventory helps Public Works more efficiently manage our urban canopy by providing accurate data on tree location, species, condition and diversity. The inventory also assists with identifying site- and species-specific concerns, project budgeting, risk reduction and community outreach. On May 1, 2024, the Public Works Department’s NRF Forestry Crew planted three trees at Stellwagen Farm with assistance from Recreation & Parks Special Recreation Rhodes to Independence participants to celebrate Arbor Day 2024. A tour of Stellwagen Farm was also included. PUBLIC WORKS

A total of 66 parks, 55 playgrounds and 61 pavilions are located throughout the Village. The renovation of five playgrounds, including Schussler and Doogan Parks, as well as two park pavilions, are scheduled for 2025. The Village’s most recent Playground and Pavilion Assessment, completed in 2023, provides a roadmap for future park improvements. To date, Village residents have adopted 31 out of 66 parks via the Village’s Adopt-A-Park Program. Designed to encourage the community to work hands-on to help keep parks clean, safe and attractive, the program offers the opportunity for people to get more involved in their community in a way that promotes civic pride, appreciation and awareness. Adoptions are available for the remaining parks. The Humphrey Woods are an isolated woodland and remnant of the past, located just west of the Village Center campus. The 25-acre site is home to the historic Hostert Cabins, dating back to the 1800s and the founding of the Village, along with hundreds of species of plants and trees in excess of 200 years old. The Village has long recognized Humphrey Woods as a valuable natural and historical resource.

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PUBLIC WORKS

ELEVATED TANK REHABILITATION As of 2024, the Village has completed six of seven elevated tank rehabilitations. The final tank is being rehabbed now, and work is scheduled to be completed in early 2025. Work involves painting the exterior and interior, upgrading the electric and updating structural components of the tanks. CATALINA SUBDIVISION WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT In early 2023, the Village initiated a multiyear project to reline and replace the water mains in the Catalina Subdivision that were originally installed in the 1970s. The first phase of this project began in July 2023. Phase I was completed in early 2024 with the 12-inch line being relined throughout the Catalina Subdivision. Phase II of the project started in the summer of 2024 with the replacement of older six-inch mains with new eight-inch mains and upgraded storm sewers. Phase II is scheduled to be completed in the spring of 2025 due to setbacks with other utility relocations. Phase III will start soon after, and that will be the final phase of work that will see water mains being replaced and new storm sewers being added throughout the rest of the Catalina Subdivision.

WATER & SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS: PROTECTING ORLAND PARK’S RESOURCES

Water Usage Facts

Over 286 million Americans get their tap water from a community water system, and 8% of U.S. community water systems provide water to 82% of the U.S. population through large municipal water systems. The average American family uses 320 gallons of water per day, about 30% of which is devoted to outdoor uses. Roughly 44% of indoor water usage in the United States comes from shower and toilet usage. Running the dishwasher only when it's full can eliminate one load of dishes per week and save the average family nearly 320 gallons of water annually. In Illinois, the gallons per capita per day (GPCPD) usage is 80 gallons. United States Environmental Protection Agency Data and Information (2008 2016), epa.gov

WATER PROJECT TO IMPROVE SYSTEM THAT BRINGS LAKE MICHIGAN WATER TO ORLAND PARK Maintaining the Village’s water and sewer infrastructure is one of the Village’s most important responsibilities. To ensure the availability and reliability of these services, the Village continues to make substantial investments in its infrastructure by improving the quality and robustness of the Village’s public water supply and sewer systems. The Oak Lawn Regional Water System (RWS) was formed in 1973, and the Village of Orland Park joined the RWS soon thereafter. The RWS stores and distributes treated Lake Michigan water, purchased from the City of Chicago, and redistributes through the RWS to 12 municipal customer communities, including the Village of Orland Park. In 2010, the RWS began major upgrades. The first step was to develop a master plan while hydrologically modeling the system. In 2012, based on the findings of the master plan and results of the modeling, the RWS began updating infrastructure, installing back-up power supply and constructing additional pump stations, as well as a number of other modernization improvements. In 2014, the RWS began the design and construction of a 16-mile, 60-inch diameter looped water main to supplement the existing 48-inch diameter water main. When these improvements are complete, the system’s current capacity of 55 million gallons per day will be increased to 111 million gallons per day. In addition to meeting the redundancy, reliability and capacity needs for customer communities through and beyond the 2030 planning horizon, these improvements will also reduce the amount of energy used to pump water through the system by 15%.

While a number of cities across the region are running out of water and face an increasingly urgent deadline to solve their water problems, the Village of Orland Park has made, and is continuously making, critical investments to ensure availability of safe and clean drinking water for decades to come. In 2023, the 60-inch pipe was installed in the forest preserve west of Harlem Avenue, and was brought up to the intersection of 73rd Avenue and Wheeler Dr. A 30-inch water line was installed by Benchmark Construction in 2024 and will continue through early 2025. The water line will connect the Village’s Main Pump Station to the 60-inch pipe at 73rd Avenue and Wheeler Dr. Construction has also started on the rest of the water line that will make its way from Orland Park to Oak Forest, primarily down 159th Street. That construction will finish up in late 2025, with the new water line being put into service.

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