City of Highland Park City Council met Oct. 25.
Here are 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, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman (arrived at 5:33 PM), Lidawer
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Neukirch, Community Development Director Fontane, Police Chief Jogmen, Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Kanapareddy, Finance Director Logan, Assistant City Manager Sabo, Fire Chief Schrage, Deputy Director Bannon, Assistant Director Cardiff, Community Development Deputy Director Later, City Engineer Gomez, Superintendent of Water Production Jensen, Building Division Manager Mohanchandra, Assistant Superintendent O'Neill, Human Resources Manager Taub, Senior Financial Analyst Lukasik, 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 September 27, 2021
2.Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting Held on October 12, 2021
Councilmember Stone moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings Held on September 27, 2021 and October 12, 2021, as amended.
Councilmember Lidawer seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed.
| RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kim Stone, Councilmember SECONDER: Annette Lidawer, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Lidawer ABSENT: Councilmember Holleman |
1. Warrant List and Wire Transfers from October 01, 2021 to October 14, 2021.
Councilmember Tapia moved to approve the Warrant List. Councilmember Lidawer seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Andrés Tapia, Councilmember SECONDER: Annette Lidawer, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Lidawer ABSENT: Councilmember Holleman |
A. Appointments
1. Appointment to Fill a Vacancy on the Plan & Design Commission
Mayor Rotering recommended the following appointment:
Plan & Design Commission
Barisa Meckler Bruckman
Councilmember Lidawer moved to approve the appointment.
Councilmember Blumberg seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the
Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
B. Other business
1. Halloween Events & Trick or Treating
Mayor Rotering noted that there are a number of fun events planned for later in the week and the holiday weekend. She stated that trick-or-treaters will be welcomed at Port Clinton Square and Renaissance Place on Thursday, October 28, from 3-5 PM. She explained that the Ravinia District Candy stroll returns on Friday, October 29, from 2-5 PM. She thanked all the participating businesses, Port Clinton Management, Renaissance Place and the Ravinia District Special Service Area 17 property owners for coordinating these fun events. She noted that trick-or-treating will take place on Sunday, October 31, from 3 PM - 7 PM. She stated that if your home will be welcoming trick-or-treaters, please be sure to turn on your porch or outside light. She stated that in addition to the City's suggestions for Halloween celebrations that are mindful of the pandemic, the Highland Park Police Department has shared a number of tips for a safe and spooky Halloween at cityhpil.com/Halloween.
2. Light the Night Holiday Lighting
Mayor Rotering requested that everyone mark your calendars for the City's annual holiday lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 6, from 3-5 PM in Port Clinton Square. She noted that the City is thrilled to host this beloved tradition once again, as Santa returns to Port Clinton Square for the lighting of over 200 holiday trees. She stated that we are all eagerly awaiting performances from Ballet Makkai, CBG Institute for Dance and Health, The Children's Theatre Company, Midwest Young Artists Choir, Soul2Sole Dance, and Uptown Music Theatre! She noted that new this year is a dance mob choreographed by CBG Institute for Dance and Health; they have planned two surprise dances to festive favorites "All I Want for Christmas is You" and "Oh Chanukah, Oh Chanukah".
BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC (Citizens wishing to be heard regarding items not listed on this agenda)
City Manager Neukirch noted that the community can submit comments before the meeting and that City Hall was open for anyone wishing to speak during tonight’s meeting. She stated that at this time, there was no one at City Hall except staff and there were no submissions for comments prior to the meeting.
SCHEDULED BUSINESS
ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
Councilmember Lidawer requested to remove item 4 from omnibus vote consideration.
Councilmember Stone moved to approve items 1-3 and 5-6 by omnibus vote consideration. Councilmember Lidawer seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kim Stone, Councilmember SECONDER: Annette Lidawer, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer |
1. Adoption of an Ordinance (O67-2021) 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 Ending December 31, 2021 Reflecting 2021 Estimates Determined During the 2022 Budget Process”.
Community Development
2. Adoption of an Ordinance (O68-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Granting a Special Use Permit for the Construction of Personal Wireless Telecommunications Facilities (513 Central Avenue)”.
3. Adoption of a Resolution (R109-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Ratifying a Minor Amendment to the 55 Skokie Valley Road Planned Development”.
5. Adoption of a Resolution (R110-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving A Preliminary And Final Plat Of Subdivision (12 and 30 Roger Williams Avenue)”.
6. Adoption of a Resolution (R111-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving a Professional Services Agreement between Peers Association, Ravinia Association and Sunset Woods Association and Evergreen for Financial Advisement Services.”.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
4. Adoption of a Resolution (R112-2021) titled, “A Resolution Approving A Preliminary And Final Plat Of Subdivision (1700 Meadow Lane)”.
Councilmember Lidawer commented on the number of trees that will be removed during construction. She voiced her appreciation for the due diligence that undertaken by the Forestry Division. She requested that this item continue to be reviewed throughout the process.
City Manager Neukirch noted that a tree preservation plan will be required.
Robert Stanley, Highland Park resident and President of the Home Owner's Association for Hybernia, opined on items that may affect the neighborhood. He noted that there is no objection for the project.
Josh Mintzer, 1700 Meadow Lane applicant, voiced his appreciation for the process he has worked through with the City on the application. He noted that he has been in contact with Mr. Stanley and will continue to keep those lines of communication open throughout the whole project; it is his goal to continue to be a good neighbor.
Councilmember Holleman moved to approve a Resolution Approving a Preliminary and Final Plat of Subdivision (1700 Meadow Lane). Councilmember Tapia seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, Mayor Rotering declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michelle Holleman, Councilmember SECONDER: Andrés Tapia, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer |
There was none.
BUSINESS FROM CITY STAFF
1. Year 2021, Major Projects Q3
City Manager Neukirch provided information on the refunding of the General Obligation bonds. She provided updates on the Ravinia Fire Station project. She highlighted important information regarding the 2021 Q3 Major Projects that are completed by staff.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Stolberg moved to adjourn. Councilmember Lidawer seconded the motion. On a voice vote, Mayor Nancy Rotering declared the motion passed unanimously.
The City Council adjourned its meeting at 5:51 PM.
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