City of North Chicago Economic Development/Planning/Zoning Committee met Sept. 18.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
Alderman Smith called the meeting to order.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Jackson, Evans, Allen, Smith
Absent: Coleman, Murphy, January
I. DISCUSSION OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/PLANNING/ZONING DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT:
ECD Director Victor Barrera gave an overview of the monthly work. Highlighted a ribbon cutting for Nia’s (previously Rocky’s). Compass gas station (formally Ricky Rockets on Skokie Hwy) discussions of the development. There were less than 50 participants in the survey for public input. He showed the permits issued and proposed. Alderman Smith asked if the interior of the train station was complete; Mr. Barrera said that Facilities Manager Chris Chirikos was working on that project.
II. DISCUSSION OF SEECO ENVIRONMENTAL CONTRACT RENEWAL:
Mr. Barrera said that SECCO does the ground water testing at Sheridan Crossing; it had to be done and the report would go to IEPA. Would like to continue the relationship with them; had been doing the testing for the last 15+ years. The contract was for 1 year.
III. DISCUSSION OF 2300 MARTIN LUTHER KING DR. – SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A BANQUET:
Mr. Barrera explained one of 3 units in the building, the applicant was Alderman Smith. The floor plan was provided, parking would be agreed with property owner across the street. Alderman Jackson asked the capacity; Mr. Barrera said 150. Alderman Evans asked if there would be a crossing guard provided for people going to hall; Alderman Smith said no. Alderman Jackson asked if there was a liquor license needed; Alderman Smith said he was not requesting one at the time.
Alderman Allen moved seconded by Alderman Evans that Economic Development/Planning/Zoning Committee Meeting stand adjourned.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Evans, Allen, Smith
Nays: None
Absent: Coleman, Murphy, January
The meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m.
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