Citizen's Guide to Village Board Meetings

Citizen Involvement

The Mayor, Village Board, and staff believe that the more involved citizens are in the early stages of policy and legislation development, the better our municipality can meet the needs and expectations of the community. 

Amendments To FOIA, Open Meetings Act, And Local Records Act Effective January 1, 2026

Governor Pritzker signed Public Act 104-0438 into law on November 21, 2025. The law makes changes to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), the Open Meetings Act (OMA), and the Local Records Act (LRA). The changes are effective on January 1, 2026.

Agenda Information

During Village Board meetings, the Mayor and Board of Trustees develop policy, make decisions, and make or amend laws for governing the Village. The Meeting Agendas may be viewed in person at Village Hall or online at least 48 hours in advance. 

Information regarding the Board Agenda may be obtained by contacting the Village Administrator’s office at 217-892-6802.

Board Study Session

The Village hosts a Board Study Session the first Tuesday monthly to discuss items that will be on the Agenda at the Board Meeting held the following week. Village Staff present items individually, while the Village Board keeps an open mind without prejudgment, work collaboratively to identify options, openly discuss and evaluate alternatives, and listen to the concerns of Village residents prior to deciding what is the best option for the Village. No formal action is taken during the Board Study Session.

Village Board Meeting

The regular Board Meeting is held the second Tuesday monthly. Items presented during the Study Session are voted on by the Village Trustees. 

Village Board

  1. 1 Mayor Samuel Hall III
  2. 2 Village Trustee Regina Crider
  3. 3 Village Trustee Gary Wilson
  4. 4 Village Trustee Donald Robertson
  5. 5 Trustee Loise Haines
  6. 6 Trustee Mike Graham
  7. 7 Village Trustee Terry Workman
  1. Public Participation
  2. Terminology

Public Participation

During each Village Board Meeting, the public has an opportunity to share their thoughts. These comments may pertain to the items being presented on the Agenda, or they can be more general in nature. All individuals are welcome to participate.

The Mayor and Board Trustees will respond to public comments as they deem appropriate, and may direct the individual to the appropriate Village Official or staff member for assistance.

"In Rantoul, your voice matters. We are committed to inclusive leadership that listens, responds, and works hand- in-hand with the community." - Mayor Samuel Hall III