City of Highland Park City Council Met Jan. 25.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
CALL TO ORDER
At 5:30 PM, Mayor Rotering called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call:
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Rotering, Councilman Stolberg, Councilwoman Stone, Councilmen Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Neukirch, Fire Chief Amidei, Community Development Director Fontane, Police Chief Jogmen, Public Works Director Kanapareddy, Finance Director Logan, Assistant City Manager Sabo, Human Resources Manager Taub, Manager of Senior Services Frey, Senior Planner Cross, Deputy City Clerk Palbitska
ALSO PRESENT: Corporation Counsel Elrod
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting Held on January 11, 2021
Councilwoman Stone moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held on January 11, 2021. Councilman Kaufman seconded the motion.
Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kim Stone, Councilwoman SECONDER: Daniel Kaufman, Councilman AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilman Stolberg, Councilwoman Stone, Councilmen Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman |
1. Warrant List and Wire Transfers from January 01, 2021 to January 15, 2021. Councilman Blumberg moved to approve the Warrant List. Councilman Kaufman seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anthony Blumberg, Councilman SECONDER: Daniel Kaufman, Councilman AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilman Stolberg, Councilwoman Stone, Councilmen Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman |
A. Other business
1. State of the City
Mayor Rotering presented the 2021 State of the City of Highland Park.
2. Recognition of 2020 Outgoing Advisory Group, Board & Commission Members
Mayor Rotering recognized and thanked the 2020 outgoing Advisory Group, Board and Commission Members.
Stephen F. Greene Cultural Arts Advisory Group
Douglas Ross Housing Commission
Joseph S. Adler Housing Commission
Sandra Figueroa Bast Human Relations Advisory Group
Nagawa Kakumba Human Relations Advisory Group
Richard Coplan Library Board of Trustees
Martin Kinczel Library Board of Trustees
Adam Glazer Plan & Design Commission
Ben Kutscheid Plan & Design Commission
Samuel Cardick Sustainability Advisory Group
Jen Meyer Sustainability Advisory Group
Charles S. Bergen Transportation Advisory Group
Leonard Xavier Transportation Advisory Group
Ira Chaplik Zoning Board of Appeals
Kenneth A. Henry Zoning Board of Appeals
3. 2020 Historic Preservation Awards
Mayor Rotering noted that despite the challenges 2020 brought us, the City is proud to present the winners of the 2020 Historic Preservation Awards. She explained that since 1988, the City's Historic Preservation Commission has sponsored the awards program to recognize the time, effort and ongoing
commitment that Highland Park residents have for the preservation of the City's rich architectural history. She noted that there were six nominations in the Rehabilitation, Restoration and New Construction categories.
Councilwoman Stone, Council liaison to the Historic Preservation
Commission, recognized the Historic Preservation Commission, the judges and the winners. She noted that an award for Restoration was given to the owners of 441 Cedar, the Battle Deck House; an award for both Restoration and
Rehabilitation was given to the owners of 1689 Lake Avenue, the Millard
House; and an award for Restoration was given to the owners of 2419 St Johns Avenue. She encouraged the community to peruse the pictures in the Council Agenda packet and to walk or bike by the homes to see the great work that has been completed.
4. COVID-19
Mayor Rotering thanked the community for their commitment to flattening the COVID-19 curve during the most difficult time of year. She explained that because of this, Region 9 (Lake and McHenry Counties) was recently advanced to Tier 2 mitigations with Tier 1 on the horizon. She noted that testing is key to slowing the spread and the community is encouraged to continue to follow the 3Ws - wear a mask, watch your distance, and wash your hands. She encouraged the community to continue to carry out from Highland Park's restaurants.
BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC (Citizens wishing to be heard regarding items not listed on this agenda)
There was none.
SCHEDULED BUSINESS
ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
Councilman Holleman moved to approve items 1- 19 by omnibus vote consideration. Councilman Kaufman seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michelle Holleman, Councilman SECONDER: Daniel Kaufman, Councilman AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilman Stolberg, Councilwoman Stone, Councilmen Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman |
1. Adoption of an Ordinance (O04-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Amending the Annual Budget of the City of Highland Park, County of Lake, State of Illinois, for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2021 and Ending December 31, 2021 for Financial Assistance for Retailers and Restaurants Grant and Business Support Programs”.
2. Adoption of a Resolution (R09-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving a Change Order and the Renewal of an Agreement with Advocate Health and Hospitals D/B/A Advocate at Work”.
3. Adoption of an Ordinance (O05-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Prohibiting Vehicular Parking on Ridge Road Between Edgewood Road and Strath-Erin”.
Finance
4. Adoption of an Ordinance (O06-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Approving the Abatement of the 2020 Tax Levy for the Series 2010 General Refunding Bond Issue”.
5. Adoption of an Ordinance (O07-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Approving the Abatement of the 2020 Tax Levy for the Series 2011B General Obligation Refunding Bond Issue”.
6. Adoption of an Ordinance (O08-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Approving the Abatement of the 2020 Tax Levy for the Series 2012 General Obligation Refunding Bond Issue”.
7. Adoption of an Ordinance (O09-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Approving the Abatement of the 2020 Tax Levy for the Series 2013 General Obligation Funding Bond Issue”.
8. Adoption of an Ordinance (O10-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Approving the Abatement of the 2020 Tax Levy for the Series 2014 General Obligation Funding Bond Issue”.
9. Adoption of an Ordinance (O11-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Approving the Abatement of the 2020 Tax Levy for the Series 2015 General Obligation Funding Bond Issue”.
10. Adoption of an Ordinance (O12-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Approving the Abatement of the 2020 Tax Levy for the Series 2016 General Obligation Funding Bond Issue”.
11. Adoption of an Ordinance (O13-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Approving the Abatement of the 2020 Tax Levy for the Series 2017 General Obligation Funding Bond Issue”.
12. Adoption of an Ordinance (O14-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Approving the Abatement of the 2020 Tax Levy for the Series 2020 General Obligation Refunding Bond Issue”.
Public Works
13. Adoption of a Resolution (R10-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Award of the 2021 Unit Price Flower Planting Contract with Guy Scopelliti Original Landscaping Co., Inc., Highland Park, Illinois”.
14. Adoption of a Resolution (R11-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Award of the 2020 Unit Price Tree Purchasing Program Contracts to Multiple Vendors”.
15. Adoption of a Resolution (R12-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Award of the 2021 Routine Grounds Maintenance Contracts to Moreno Landscape of North Chicago, Illinois”.
16. Adoption of a Resolution (R13-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing the Renewal of the 2019 Unit Price Pavement Marking Contract to Precision Pavement Markings, Inc. of Elgin, Illinois”.
17. Adoption of a Resolution (R14-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Renewal of the 2019 Unit Price Tree Planting Program Contract to Guy Scopelliti Landscape of Highland Park, Illinois”.
Community Development
18. Adoption of a Resolution (R15-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving a Plat of Consolidation (280 Cary Avenue)”.
Public Safety
19. Adoption of an Ordinance (O15-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Authorizing the Purchase of a Replacement Fire Engine through the Joint Purchasing Program of the Houston-Galveston Area Council from Pierce Manufacturing of Appleton, WI, in an amount not to Exceed $650,000”.
OTHER BUSINESS (the City Council will consider and then either approve or disapprove the following items)
Community Development
20. Adoption of an Ordinance (O16-2021) titled, “An Ordinance Designating 215 Central Avenue as a Local Landmark”.
Councilman Knobel moved to approve an Ordinance Designating 215 Central Avenue as a Local Landmark. Councilman Kaufman seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Alyssa Knobel, Councilman SECONDER: Daniel Kaufman, Councilman AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilman Stolberg, Councilwoman Stone, Councilmen Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman |
22. Adoption of an Ordinance (O17-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Amending a Special Use Permit for a Planned Development (1849 Green Bay Road and 1910 Second Street)”.
23. Adoption of a Resolution (R17-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving a Development Agreement (1849 Green Bay Road and 1910 Second Street)”.
Councilwoman Stone noted that the landscape plan that was in the packet did not reflect any changes regarding the planters that had been discussed at a previous meeting and asked if the plan could be updated at a later date.
Community Development Director Fontane stated that the developer and staff reviewed the landscape plan and believe there will be enough room where the new property line will end and the street will begin regarding accessibility for the sidewalk. He noted that during the final engineering and construction, staff will ensure that the accessibility will remain in that area.
Councilwoman Stone noted that there will be bicycle parking and asked if it will be accessible and available to the public or only to the residents of the development. She asked if there will be any wiring for charging stations.
Andrew Yule, project developer, noted that the bicycle parking will be accessible through a walkway and there will be about 40 stalls available. He explained that there will be two charging stations available.
Councilwoman Stoned voiced her appreciation for these two items, even though they are not requirements for the development.
Councilman Kaufman discussed the benefit of affordable housing that will be available within the community with the addition of this development but requested that, in the future, there be a more thorough process regarding affordable housing.
Councilman Blumberg stated that it has been communicated that there will be enough accessibility regarding the sidewalks but asked what accessibility meant, was it enough accessibility for one individual or multiple.
Community Development Director Fontane noted that there will be four feet on the east and greater than five feet on the west part of the structure. He explained that staff will ensure there is the right amount of accessibility as construction moves forward.
Councilman Blumberg noted that four feet sounds like enough accessibility for one person.
Community Development Director Fontane stated that four feet is the standard requirement.
Councilman Holleman addressed the process that was undertaken regarding affordable housing and believed it to be a very thorough process.
Corporation Counsel Elrod noted that a Council member had asked why this development project continues to appear on the Council's agenda. He explained that it continues to come to the Council for many levels of approval due to the complicated nature of the development. He noted that due to how complicated the project is, there will be more items before the Council to review and approve to ensure that the project is planned and completed properly.
Councilman Stolberg noted that the project not only continues to go through approvals by the City Council but continues to go through the public process via the Plan and Design Commission. He explained that he wanted to make sure the community understood that there are plenty of opportunities to learn about this project and provide public input.
Councilman Stolberg moved to approve items 21-23 by omnibus vote consideration. Councilman Knobel seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Adam Stolberg, Councilman SECONDER: Alyssa Knobel, Councilman AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilman Stolberg, Councilwoman Stone, Councilmen Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman |
There was none.
BUSINESS FROM CITY STAFF
Corporation Counsel Elrod noted that the meeting is being conducted virtually in accordance with the newly amended provision of the Illinois Open Meetings Act. He explained that the steps required under the new amendment to the Act have been taken by the City. He stated that the City Manager is present at City Hall and City Hall is open. He noted that those individuals who desire to make a comment have been given several forums and opportunities in which to do so. He explained that the City’s current Emergency Declaration would expire at the adjournment of this meeting.
Mayor Rotering sought a motion to extend the City's Emergency Declaration.
Councilman Kaufman moved to extend the City's Emergency Declaration to the adjournment of the next City Council meeting on Monday, February 8, 2021. Councilman Knobel seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: EXTENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Daniel Kaufman, Councilman SECONDER: Alyssa Knobel, Councilman AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilman Stolberg, Councilwoman Stone, Councilmen Kaufman, Blumberg, Knobel, Holleman |
ADJOURNMENT
Councilman Kaufman moved to adjourn. Councilwoman Stone seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, Mayor Rotering declared the motion passed unanimously.
The City Council adjourned its meeting at 6:07 PM.
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