Trustee· 2019–2027 (cycle default: IL municipal terms begin May 1, end Apr 30)
Cynthia Nelson Katsenes
Orland Park
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 32
- Total speaking time
- 1:33:15
- Avg per meeting
- 2:55
- Segments
- 2417
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Top issues during term (20)
Centennial Park West and Performing Arts Center Feasibility
Event rentals and third-party management models could impact municipal operational costs and event revenue.
East Field House and Senior & Family Activity Center Feasibility Study
Feasibility study phase underway; potential multi-million-dollar future capital and operational commitments.
Automated Speed Enforcement Pilot Program
The automated speed enforcement system costs $150,000 annually for an initial one-year term.
Construction site safeguards
Builders could face added fencing and safety compliance costs.
Boley Farm Historic Roof Replacement
The proposed project carried a price tag of $364,867 including contingencies, which is currently deferred for cost re-evaluation.
HOA Facility Transfer Program
Costs for maintaining transferred facilities will be borne directly by affected property owners via Special Service Area property tax levies.
Organizational Volunteer Program Framework
Minimal administrative costs, pending potential insurance review expenses.
Village-Wide Neighborhood Traffic Safety and Calming Manual
The contract is priced at $208,042.
Severe Storm Recovery and Disaster Declaration
Damage costs are still being documented; no figures were provided yet.
Moraine Valley Community College Bond Referendum
Estimated tax impact of approximately $1 per year per household.
Land Use Moratorium and Commercial Regulations
Permits business operations to continue fully, preventing further revenue loss for the local franchise.
Orland Park Arts and Entertainment Planning Study
Unknown — ideas are conceptual and would require funding before moving forward.
2027 Strategic Planning for Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs
Financial impacts will depend on specific initiatives selected for the 2027 action plan.
State Legislative Lobbying and Advocacy Renewal
None stated.
Municipal Community Beekeeping Apiary Pilot at Stellwagon Farm
Nominal administrative costs offset by resident and non-resident program fees.
Commuter Parking Modernization and Software Upgrade
Total expenditure of $148,634.87 for software upgrades plus equipment and maintenance costs.
Mobile Nuisance Parties and Street Takeovers
Enforcement will utilize existing police personnel and potential future camera technology.
Minor Curfews and Parental Responsibility Ordinances
Administrative fees and towing charges will help offset enforcement costs.
Prior Debt Commitment Reduction Initiative
Aims to control and reduce potential general obligation debt exposure from prior capital plans.
Career Fair Planning
No cost figures were provided on the agenda.
Decisions during term (588)
Recorded while Katsenes was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of September 15, 2026 Minutes
Recommendation of Approval for Building Heights Text Amendment (2026-0982)
Adjournment
Minutes for the September 15, 2026 Plan Commission Meeting
Approval of October 5, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Advisory Board Appointments
Accounts Payable Approval
Consent Agenda (Items A-G, I-P)
Class 6B Renewal - 15426-28 70th Court
Emergency Storm Sewer Replacement at 13841 Southwest Highway
Demolition of 15151 Harlem Avenue Properties
Demolition of 17101 and 17171 Wolf Road Properties
Village of Orland Park Multi-Use Path Study Contract Award
Orland Park Pickleball Courts and Parking Expansion Design Engineering
151st Street & Regent Drive Traffic Signal Improvements
Cultural Arts Advisory Board 2027 High School Art Fair
Water/Sanitary/Storm Rate Study Award
Adoption of an Advisory Body Manual
Ordinance Amending Title 2 Regarding Board Attendance Policy
Dacra Speed Enforcement System
Voting record (292)
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Approval of October 5, 2026 Committee of the Whole Minutes
Commuter Lot Parking Kiosks: Equipment & Continued Maintenance
Commuter Parking System Software Upgrade
Municipal Community Beekeeping Apiary Pilot - Stellwagon Farm
Dacra Speed Enforcement System
I think I'm more in favor of waiting until the law is very clear instead of being a beta test.