Below is information about each committee and/or commission. Please use the links to the right to download applications.
The function of the Cultural Arts Commission is to initiate, sponsor, organize, and promote cultural and artistic programs and services for the enrichment and enjoyment of the Oswego community. Through this Commission, the Village of Oswego seeks to build awareness of and participation in all the arts – visual, performing, and literary as well as continually add to the established public art collection.
The function of the Environmentally Conscious Oswego (ECO) Commission is to protect and improve today’s environment for the future by providing education to the Community on environmental issues, by educating and involving Oswego’s leadership on environmental issues and opportunities, by increasing conservation practices through hands-on activities, and by reviewing Village environmental ordinances and contracts in order to suggest areas of improvement.
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The function of the Historic Preservation Commission is to preserve and enhance Oswego’s unique historic character by informing the community of the positive benefits of preservation, by enlisting public support and participation in the historic preservation process, by identifying significant sites that represent preservation opportunities, and by implementing a review process for historic preservation.
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The Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals is appointed by the Village Board to serve as an advisory body to the Village Board. The Plan Commission is charged with the responsibility for reviewing a variety of residential, commercial and industrial proposals as they relate to the comprehensive plan and long-range development of the total community. The Zoning Board is charged with the responsibility for reviewing proposed variations or deviations from the Village’s Zoning Ordinance.
The Oswego Police Commission serves as the reviewing and recommending body to the Village Board on matters of hiring, disciplining and termination of sworn police personnel.
The Community Development, Building and Zoning Committee responsibilities include the following: Review the Subdivision and Development Code; Review the Zoning Ordinance; Review proposed amendments and recommendations to the International Building Code Requirements; Review general land use policies as requested by the Board; and Coordinate with other Committees where projects overlap.
The function of the Extraordinary Oswegoan Committee is to recognize Oswego citizens who have made a significant contribution to their community. Outstanding individuals are recognized in the following categories: volunteers, K-8 students, high school students, senior citizens, couples, patriotic volunteers, educators, male/female bosses, police/fire public servants, Village employees, and village pride awards.
The Finance Committee responsibilities include the following: review the Village Investment Policy; review the Village Purchasing Policy; review the Internal Controls Policy; review the Village Fixed Asset Policy; provide input on the Village Budget as requested by the Board from the Committee of the Whole hearings; and coordinate with other Committees where projects overlap.
The Technology Committee responsibilities include the following: review existing technology in Village offices; recommend changes and improvements to technology; review and recommend Wi-Fi applications where appropriate; review new innovations in technology and make recommendations where appropriate for the Village; and coordinate with other Committees where projects overlap or where there may be financial obligations.
The Legislative, Policy and Human Resources Committee responsibilities include the following: review all proposed and pending legislation before the Illinois General Assembly that may impact the Village and make recommendations to the Board on positions they should take concerning each bill; review any proposed Federal Legislation that may impact the Village and make recommendations to the Board on positions they should take on each bill; review current Village policies as needed for possible changes; review new and revised personnel policies; review employee appreciation and recognition programs and activities; review new and upcoming compliance issues; review employee training needs and opportunities; and coordinate with other Committees where projects overlap.
The function of the Public Safety Committee is to review Village concerns relating to safety. The Public Safety Committee meets to discuss presented issues and then offers suggestions to the Village Board to resolve these concerns by enacting ordinances, as necessary.
The function of the Public Works Committee is to discuss water and sewer utility matters within the current infrastructure system as well as the planned expansion needs of the Village. Street maintenance needs are also reviewed by this committee, and recommendations for both utility and street issues may be considered by the Village Board.
The Women’s Topics Committee is committed to providing educational programs for women of all ages within our community, to encourage active participation within our community, and actively work together to support one another in the multitude of responsibilities that women face today.
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