City of Highland Park City Council met May 8
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 Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer
REMOTE: Councilmember Tapia
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Neukirch, Director of Public Works Bannon, Community Development Director Fontane, Assistant City Manager Jason, Deputy Police Chief Bonaguidi, Finance Director Logan, Fire Chief Schrage, Communications Manager Bennett
ALSO PRESENT: Corporation Counsel Elrod
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting Held on April 24, 2023
Councilmember Stolberg moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting Held on April 24, 2023. Councilmember Stone seconded the motion. Upon a voice vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Adam Stolberg, Councilmember SECONDER: Kim Stone, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer |
APPROVAL OF WARRANT LIST
1. Warrant List and Wire Transfers from April 14, 2023 to April 27, 2023.
Councilmember Stolberg 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: Adam Stolberg, Councilmember SECONDER: Anthony Blumberg, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer |
REPORT OF MAYOR
A. Moment of Silence for Allen, Texas
Mayor Rotering noted that the Council and staff would like to take a moment of reflection and solidarity for Allen, Texas, following the devastating shooting over the weekend that took the lives of eight people.
B. Proclamations
1. Beach and Boating Safety Week 2023
Mayor Rotering read the proclamation for National Beach and Boating
Safety Week. She noted that the City is proud to join their colleagues on the Park District Board in recognizing National Beach and Boating Safety Week. She encouraged everyone to carefully review the information that is provided by the Park District of Highland Park that highlights the value of taking precautions while enjoying activities on the lake.
2. Police Week, May 15 - May 21, 2023
Mayor Rotering read the proclamation for National Police Week. She noted that the City is proud to recognize and honor the dedicated public safety professionals of the Highland Park Police Department. She noted that every day, the City of Highland Park Police Department demonstrates a commitment to excellence and our community's values, which are guided by the Ten Shared Principles of Public Safety.
3. Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Mayor Rotering read a proclamation for Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. She noted that this month, we are proud to celebrate the achievements, cultures and contributions of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders.
BUSINESS FROM CITY STAFF
There was none.
BUSINESS FROM THE COUNCIL
There was none.
BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC (Citizens wishing to be heard regarding items not listed on this agenda)
Carl Lambrecht, Highland Park resident, discussed taxes and a book from the Highland Park Public Library.
SCHEDULED BUSINESS
ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
Councilmember Stone moved to approve item 1 and items 2, 3, 4 as amended with the condition recommended by staff that the applicant update all of the relevant sheets in the plan sets and submit them to the City, which would address the change made to reduce the parking lot from 63 spaces to a maximum of 60 spaces to avoid damaging the trees on the property. Councilmember Holleman seconded the motion. Upon a roll call vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kim Stone, Councilmember SECONDER: Michelle Holleman, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer |
Public Works
1. Adoption of a Resolution (R63-2023) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Authorizing Award of the Motor Fuel Tax Resurfacing and Concrete Sidewalk Repair Contract Bid to Peter Baker & Son, Company, of Lake Bluff, Illinois”.
Community Development
2. Adoption of a Resolution (R64-2023) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving a Plat of Consolidation (763 Dean Avenue)”.
| RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kim Stone, Councilmember SECONDER: Michelle Holleman, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer |
3. Adoption of an Ordinance (O25-2023) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “An Ordinance Granting a Special Use Permit for a Planned Development (763 Dean Avenue)”.
| RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kim Stone, Councilmember SECONDER: Michelle Holleman, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer |
4. Adoption of a Resolution (R65-2023) by omnibus vote consideration titled, “A Resolution Approving a Development Agreement (763 Dean Avenue)”.
| RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kim Stone, Councilmember SECONDER: Michelle Holleman, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer |
ADJOURNMENT SINE DIE
Mayor Rotering voiced her deepest appreciation for Councilmembers Holleman and Stolberg.
Councilmember Holleman moved to adjourn sine die. Councilmember Stolberg seconded the motion. Upon a voice vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: PASSED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michelle Holleman, Councilmember SECONDER: Adam Stolberg, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Tapia, Stolberg, Stone, Blumberg, Holleman, Lidawer |
The City Council adjourned sine die at 5:46 PM
OATHS OF OFFICE - Mayor Nancy R. Rotering, Councilmembers Anthony E. Blumberg, Jeff Hoobler, and Yumi Ross
Mayor Rotering requested the City Council Members to step down from the dias, as the Oaths of Office will be administered to the newly elected officials.
City Manager Neukirch administered the Oath of Office to Mayor Rotering.
Mayor Rotering administered the Oath of Office individually to Councilmember Blumberg, Councilmembers Elect Jeff Hoobler and Yumi Ross.
CALL TO ORDER
At 5:52 PM, Mayor Rotering called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call:
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Hoobler, Lidawer, Stone, Blumberg, Ross REMOTE: Councilmember Tapia
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Neukirch, Director of Public Works Bannon, Community Development Director Fontane, Assistant City Manager Jason, Deputy Police Chief Bonaguidi, Finance Director Logan, Fire Chief Schrage, Communications Manager Bennett
ALSO PRESENT: Corporation Counsel Elrod
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORT OF THE MAYOR
Mayor Rotering thanked the community for giving her the honor of serving as Highland Park's Mayor for another term.
Councilmembers Blumberg, Hoobler and Ross provided comments regarding their positions with the Council.
Councilmembers Lidawer and Stone voiced their appreciation for the Mayor and fellow Councilmembers.
BUSINESS FROM THE COUNCIL
There was none.
BUSINESS FROM CITY STAFF
There was none.
BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC (Individuals Wishing To Be Heard Regarding Items Not Listed On This Agenda)
Carl Lambrecht, Highland Park resident, discussed the need for a reduction in taxes and requested that Highland Park become a sanctuary city for the unborn.
SCHEDULED BUSINESS
There was none.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Stone moved to adjourn the City Council meeting. Councilmember Ross seconded the motion. Upon a voice vote, the Mayor declared the motion passed unanimously.
| RESULT: PASSED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kim Stone, Councilmember SECONDER: Yumi Ross, Councilmember AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Hoobler, Lidawer, Stone, Blumberg, Tapia, Ross |
The City Council adjourned its meeting at 6:05 PM.
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