Lake County Gazette

City of Highland Park City Council met Dec. 13.

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, 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, Human Resources Manager Taub, 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 November 22, 2021 Councilmember Stone moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held on November 22, 2021. 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

APPROVAL OF WARRANT LIST

1. Warrant List and Wire Transfers from November 11, 2021 to December 02, 2021. Councilmember Tapia moved to approve the Warrant List. Councilmember Blumberg seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Andrés Tapia, Councilmember SECONDER: Anthony Blumberg, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer

REPORT OF MAYOR

A. Moment of Silence

Mayor Rotering requested a moment of silence in memory of those who lost their lives in this weekend's devastating tornadoes in Illinois, Kentucky, Arkansas, Missouri, Mississippi, and Tennessee. She stated that everyone is grateful to those who responded to these tragedies, especially the first responders and search and rescue teams. She noted that everyone keeps those emergency workers and the families and loved ones of those who were lost in our thoughts and prayers.

B. Appointments

1. City Commission Appointments, Reappointments for Scheduled Vacancies and Appointments to Chair and Vice Chair with Terms beginning in 2022

Mayor Rotering explained that the City of Highland Park has 18 Commissions, Boards and Advisory Groups with volunteer citizen members who are appointed by the Mayor, with City Council consent. She noted that these organizations were formed to provide guidance to the City Council and to adhere to existing municipal regulations. She recommended the following 47 appointments and sought consensus from the City Council.

Business & Economic Development Advisory Group

∙ Reappointment - Larry Bloom 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Reappointment - Leslie Lipin 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Dano Bartolai 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Linda Center 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Chris Falcon 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Stephanie B. Kerch 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

Cultural Arts Advisory Group

∙ Appointment to Chair - Joanne Bernstein 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment to Vice Chair - Gerald Eisenberg 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Reappointment - Edward P. Kaufman 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Reappointment - James M. Lynch 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Reappointment - Cheryl Steiger 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Alan E. Lasser 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Silvia Rota 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Deborah Wachtel 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

Historic Preservation Commission

∙ Appointment to Chair - William B. Levy 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment to Vice Chair - Seth Pines 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Lynn Greenbaum 1/1/22 - 12/31/25

Housing Commission

∙ Reappointment - Chadd Berkun 1/1/22 - 12/31/25

∙ Reappointment - Marcia Bernstein 1/1/22 - 12/31/25

∙ Appointment - Luis Miguel Gonzalez Rosas 1/1/22 - 12/31/25

Human Relations Advisory Group

∙ Appointment to Chair - Nancy Krent 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Reappointment - Nancy Krent 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment to Vice Chair - Dr. Terry Tierski 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Reappointment - Matt Pestine 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Rich Basofin 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Paul Canchester 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Jaret Fishman 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Jennifer Phillips 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

Library Board of Trustees

∙ Appointment - Irene Hoffman 1/1/22 - 12/31/25

∙ Appointment - Ashley Lapin Olian 1/1/22 - 12/31/25

Plan & Design Commission

∙ Appointment to Chair - Walter Hainsfurther 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment to Vice Chair - Karen Moore 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Michael Quinlan 1/1/22 - 12/31/25

Sustainability Advisory Group

∙ Appointment to Chair - Kelly Nichols 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment to Vice Chair - Jay Futterman 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Reappointment - Jay Futterman 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Reappointment - Daniel M. LaCosse 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Reappointment - Chris Wren 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Julie Campbell 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Megan Geelhoed 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

Transportation Advisory Group

∙ Reappointment - Bruce Mainzer 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Reappointment - Jessica Hector-Hsu 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Toby Bielenberg 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Jakub Maximillian 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Elliot Rossen 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

∙ Appointment - Kirk Samson 1/1/22 - 12/31/23

Zoning Board of Appeals

∙ Reappointment - Jami E. Bay 1/1/22 - 12/31/25

Councilmember Stolberg moved to approve the appointments recommended by Mayor Rotering. Councilmember Blumberg seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Adam Stolberg, Councilmember SECONDER: Anthony Blumberg, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer

C. Proclamations

1. 13th Annual Martin Luther King Day of Service in Highland Park

Mayor Rotering noted that she has one Proclamation this evening, recognizing Monday, January 17, 2022 as the 13th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service in the City of Highland Park. She explained that the event is spearheaded by the Human Relations Advisory Group and the Park District of Highland Park and it is a special opportunity to carry forth Dr. King's legacy through service to those in need. She encouraged everyone to plan to attend the virtual event on January 17th. She stated that there will be keynote presentations via Zoom and online opportunities including video presentations, at-home service projects, and a trivia quiz. She noted that the City will host an in-person donation collection drop-off event and more details can be found on the City's website. She stated that through service, we can all contribute to advancing equity and increasing compassion for those in need in our community, and honor Dr. King's dedication to creating a more just society for our children.

D. Other business

1. Heart of the Holidays

Mayor Rotering noted that this year, the City coordinated a new event series to celebrate the holiday season and bring visitors to the Central Business District, hosting festive entertainment and a variety of vendors over the past three weeks.

She explained that the last event is this Saturday, December 18th, with an ice carving demonstration from World Class Ice Sculptures and carolers singing holiday music along Central Avenue. She noted that free Mexican hot chocolate and cookies will be available from the new Sugarcoated Bakery, along with a fantastic selection of items for purchase from Ravinia Brewing Company and the Ravinia Farmers Market. She explained that the Heart of the Holidays events are presented by the City of Highland Park and Ravinia Festival, with the support of Highland Park Bank & Trust and First Bank of Highland Park.

BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC (Citizens wishing to be heard regarding items not listed on this agenda)

There was none.

SCHEDULED BUSINESS

Mayor Rotering pulled item 8 from omnibus vote consideration.

Councilmember Lidawer moved to approve items 1-7 and 9-18 by omnibus vote consideration. Councilmember Tapia seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.

ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Annette Lidawer, Councilmember SECONDER: Andrés Tapia, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer

Administration

1. Adoption of a Resolution (R155-2021) 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”.

2. Adoption of a Resolution (R156-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Establishing a Whistleblower Protections Policy”.

3. Adoption of a Resolution (R157-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving an Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) Notice and ADA Grievance Policy”.

4. Adoption of a Resolution (R158-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing the City to Participate in the National Opioid Settlements”.

5. Adoption of a Resolution (R159-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving a Professional Services Agreement for Website Redesign Services with Revize LLC., of Troy, Michigan”.

6. Adoption of an Ordinance (O81-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Waiving the Competitive Bidding Requirements of the City's Purchasing Manual and Authorizing a Professional Services Agreement for Sustainability Consulting Services with Quercus Consulting, of Chicago, Illinois”.

Finance

7. Adoption of an Ordinance (O80-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Providing for the Levy of Taxes for the City of Highland Park, a Home Rule Municipality, County of Lake, State of Illinois, for Tax Year 2021 and Collected in Fiscal Year 2022”.

9. Adoption of an Ordinance (O82-2021) 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 Correction of Scrivener's Error in Prior Budget Amendment to 2021 Estimates”.

Public Works

10. Adoption of a Resolution (R160-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Renewal of the 2018 Unit Price Water Treatment Chemicals Purchase Contract with Univar USA Inc. of Kent, Washington”.

11. Adoption of a Resolution (R161-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Award of the 2021 Highland Park Municipal Fuel Station Contract to Crowne Industries, Ltd. of Streamwood, Illinois”.

12. Adoption of a Resolution (R162-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Purchase of Fuel Card Services from WEX Bank of Midvale, Utah through the Illinois Department of Central Management Services Joint Purchasing Program”.

13. Adoption of a Resolution (R163-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Renewal of the Environmental Site Assessment Services Agreements with Asbestos Project Management, of Plainfield, Illinois; ATC Group Services, LLC, of Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois; and Deigan & Associates, LLC, of Lake Bluff, Illinois”.

14. Adoption of a Resolution (R164-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Award of the Generator Maintenance Services Contract to Midwest Power Industry, Inc., of Ringwood, Illinois”.

15. Adoption of an Ordinance (O83-2021) 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 Related to the Equipment Maintenance & Replacement Fund”.

Community Development

16. Adoption of an Ordinance (O84-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Waiving the Formal Bidding Requirements of the City’s Purchasing Manual and Approving a Six-Month Renewal of an Agreement for the Provision of Structural Plan Review and Related Engineering Services”.

17. Adoption of a Resolution (R165-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of Professional Services Agreement with B&F Construction Code Services, Inc., for Commercial and Multi-Family Residential Plan Review, and Code Consultation Services for the Period Starting January 1, 2022 and Ending December 31, 2022”.

Public Safety

18. Adoption of an Ordinance (O85-2021) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Waiving the Formal Bidding Requirements of the City's Purchasing Manual and Approving an Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. of Scottsdale Arizona, for the Purchase of Body Worn Police Camera Systems”.

ITEMS REMOVED FROM OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION

1. Adoption of a Resolution (R166-2021) titled, “Resolution Approving the City’s Liability, Property, and Workers Compensation Insurance Package for the Policy Period of January 1, 2022 to January 1, 2023”.

City Manager Neukirch noted that there is a detailed staff report that is available in the agenda packet for this item. She explained that late in the afternoon, staff was informed that the City is able to secure a $1 million business interruption coverage that is being recommended for approval but that does come with an additional cost of $4,587.00 that will bring the total cyber security insurance coverage fee to $21,995.00 and the total insurance coverage to $824,908.00. She noted that the additional increase is within budget.

Councilmember Stone asked if the increase being noted was coming after a decrease in cost that was provided earlier.

City Manager Neukirch stated that Councilmember Stone's statement was correct. She explained that staff was able work with Gallagher, representatives for the City on the insurance coverage program, to reduce the cost of the cyber security insurance and the new development is an item that staff recommends, that would allow the City to have business interruption coverage.

Councilmember Stone noted that, even with the increase, the cost is less than what was originally proposed.

City Manager Neukirch noted that it is less than what is budgeted but it is an increase to what was proposed.

Councilmember Stone stated that the dollar amount that was previously provided earlier in the day was more than $4,000 but less than the dollar amount originally proposed.

Councilmember Stolberg agreed with Councilmember Stone's statement.

City Manager Neukirch stated that was correct and wanted to confirm the dollar amounts were correct. She requested Finance Director Logan confirm that the approximate cost is $825,000, which is an increase year to year.

Finance Director Logan stated that it was an increase year to year. She noted that the current cyber security insurance is still significantly less than the original quote that was received by staff and reduced earlier in the day. She stated that the total dollar amount is a slight increase from a much lower quote that was provided earlier.

Councilmember Stone noted that the number that was provided originally was $68,000 for cyber security.

Finance Director Logan noted that it was actually $72,000 including taxes and fees and that was on the low end of the range that the carrier is getting across all of Illinois. She stated that due to the security status the City has along with the improvements that have been made in 2021, the City was able to obtain premiums that are much lower than most municipalities in Illinois.

Councilmember Stoned clarified that the $72,000 became $20,000 and now it is becoming about $24,050.

Finance Director Logan stated the new total was $21,995. She explained that it went from $72,000 to $17,000 and now it is $21,995.

Councilmember Stone thanked Finance Director Logan for the work on the reduction in cost.

Councilmember Stone moved to approve a Resolution Approving the City's Liability, Property, and Workers Compensation Insurance Package for the Police Period of January 1, 2022 to January 1, 2023, as amended. Councilmember Stolberg seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.

RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Kim Stone, Councilmember SECONDER: Adam Stolberg, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer

OTHER BUSINESS (the City Council will consider and then either approve or disapprove the following items)

Community Development

19. A Compere Referral for Zoning Variation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for Expansion of a Nonconforming Structure (2000 Ridge Road)

Councilmember Holleman moved to send a Compere Referral for Zoning Variation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for Expansion of a Nonconforming Structure (2000 Ridge Road) and to come back to the City Council for Final Approval. Councilmember Blumberg seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michelle Holleman, Councilmember SECONDER: Anthony Blumberg, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer

BUSINESS FROM THE COUNCIL

There was none.

BUSINESS FROM CITY STAFF

City Manager Neukirch provided information regarding the proclamations that the Governor put in place regarding the statewide declaration extension as well as an Executive Order extending all previous Executive Orders. She stated that the next City Council meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2022.

ADJOURNMENT

Councilmember Stone moved to adjourn. Councilmember Stolberg seconded the motion. On a voice vote, Mayor Nancy Rotering declared the motion passed unanimously.

The City Council adjourned its meeting at 5:48 PM.

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