The Village Board Meeting held on May 19, 2025, addressed several key agenda items, including the approval of a loading zone for Metro Market and the scheduling of trick-or-treat hours for the community.

The meeting commenced with a motion to approve the application for a special privilege loading zone in the public right of way at Metro Market, located at 4075 North. Trustee Warren moved for approval, which was seconded by Trustee Arnorffer. During the discussion, President Kagan allowed comments regarding the loading zone. Trustee Pendleton expressed concerns about Metro Market's commitment to the community, particularly regarding pedestrian and bicycle accessibility. He argued that the loading zone proposal favored car-centric access and did not adequately consider the needs of transit users, pedestrians, and cyclists. Despite these concerns, the board proceeded to vote on the motion, which passed with a 4-1 majority.

Following the loading zone discussion, the board moved on to the scheduling of trick-or-treat hours for 2025. Trustee Warren proposed that trick-or-treating take place on Sunday, October 26, from 1 PM to 4 PM, which was seconded by President McCaig. The board discussed the timing, with some members expressing a preference for earlier dates to avoid cold weather. Ultimately, the motion was approved unanimously, with a 5-0 vote.

The meeting also included a consideration for suspending rules related to ordinances governing parades and special events for July. However, the discussion on this item was not fully addressed during the meeting, as it was noted that further questions were raised.

In summary, the Village Board Meeting effectively addressed community concerns regarding accessibility at Metro Market and established trick-or-treat hours, reflecting the board's commitment to engaging with residents' needs. Further discussions on the ordinances will continue in future meetings.