The Village Board Meeting held on May 19, 2025, addressed several key agenda items, including a significant discussion regarding a special privilege application for a loading zone at Metro Market, located at 4070 North Oakland Avenue.

Trustee Stilgren initiated the conversation by expressing confusion over the timing of the application, noting that it was received late and could not be processed with other items. He raised concerns about Metro Market's compliance with previous commitments, specifically mentioning the absence of a bike station that was supposed to be operational for over a year. Stilgren indicated that while the local management was not the issue, the corporate entity behind Metro Market had not fulfilled its obligations to the community.

Stilgren stated his intention to vote against the loading zone approval, emphasizing the need for the village to apply pressure on Metro Market to adhere to its initial promises. He highlighted the upcoming redevelopment of North Oakland Avenue in 2026 as a potential opportunity to address these concerns.

The discussion concluded without a resolution on the loading zone application, leaving the board to consider the implications of Metro Market's commitments to the village and the community's expectations moving forward. The meeting underscored the ongoing dialogue between local governance and corporate responsibility, particularly in relation to community amenities and infrastructure.