City of Lake Forest City Council met Sept. 5.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
The City Clerk asked for a motion to appoint Alderman Preschlack as Mayor Pro-Tem for the evening. Alderman Weber made a motion, seconded by Alderman Notz, all in favor motion carried.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Mayor Pro-Tem called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m., and City Clerk Margaret Boyer called the roll of Council members.
Present: Mayor Pro-Tem Preschlack, Alderman Waldeck, Alderman Notz, Alderman Powers, Alderman Goshgarian, Alderman Weber, and Alderman Walther
Absent: Alderman Novit,
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was recited by all.
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS
COMMENTS BY MAYOR
Mayor Pro-Tem Preschlack thanked the Artists and visitors at the 68th Annual Deerpath Srt League
COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER
A. Community Spotlights
- Lake Forest Library Introduction of new Board President, Jim Clifton
- Ishwar Laxminarayan, Executive Director
City Manager Jason Wicha introduced Jim Clifton, Library Board President. He reported on the history of the dome at the Library and announced that the restoration of the dome is now complete. A video was shared showing highlights of the dome project and milestones. Mr. Clifton introduced Ishwar Laxminarayan, Executive Director, who shared his excitement for the future of the Library.
- Lake Forest Open Lands
- Julia Lunn, Director of Engagement and Susan Lenz, Sr. Vice President, Community Conservation
City Manager Jason Wicha introduced Julia Lunn, Director of Engagement and Susan Lenz, Sr. Vice President, Community Conservation for Open Lands. A presentation including Community, Collaboration, Conservation and Competency was shared along with a save the date for Bagpipes & Bonfire on September 24, Tree and Shrub Walk on October 15 and Sale to follow on October 28 and the Veterans Day Hike on November 11.
OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL
Kristin Strom offered her opinion to the Council in regards homelessness in Lake Forest. Marcy Kerr shared an upcoming program at Gorton on the value of sensitive development in Lake Forest. Bob Shaw offered his opinion on the risks of children riding on scooters.
Taylor ???? echoed the comments heard earlier and added his opinion on the panhandling issue at Jewel and Fresh Market
Audrey ??? shared a story of interaction with the panhandler at Fresh Market, she also stated that she was in support of scooters.
City Manager Wicha reported on the proactive actions The City of Lake Forest has taken to date, including long-term solutions.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
1. Approval of August 7, 2023, City Council Meeting Minutes
2. Approval of the Check Register for the Period of July 29 – August 25, 2023
3. Approval to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Azavar to provide compliance auditing services of revenue sources collected through City ordinances and revenues passed through the State.
4. Consideration of a Request to Waive the Fidelity Bond Requirement in Connection with Holding a Raffle in the City of Lake Forest for the Spirit of 67 Foundation and Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital (Approval by Motion)
5. Approval of an Amendment to the Previously Approved Regular Scheduled Meetings of the Lake Forest City Council for the year 2023
6. Approval of a Recommendation from the Public Works Committee to Award of Bid for the Public Safety Building Chiller Replacement Project to Oak Brook Mechanical Services, Inc., in the Amount of $236,800, to Include a 10% Contingency in the Amount of $23,200, for a Grand Total Amount of $260,000
7. Approval of a Recommendation from the Public Works Committee to Award a Two-Year HVAC Preventive Maintenance Contract to the Lowest Responsive and Responsible Bidder, MK Industries Inc., in the Amount of $120,480
8. Approval of Easement Agreements for the Deerpath/Westmoreland Sidewalk Connectivity Project between the City of Lake Forest and the Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
9. Consideration of an Ordinance Approving a Recommendation from the Historic Preservation Commission for a building scale variance for 845 Maplewood Road. (First Reading and if Desired by the City Council, Final Approval)
10. Consideration of Ordinances Approving Recommendations from the Zoning Board of Appeals for 845 Maplewood Road and 845 Northmoor Road. (First Reading, and if Desired by the City Council, Final Approval)
COUNCIL ACTION: Approve the ten (10) omnibus items as presented
Pro-Tem Mayor Preschlack asked members of the City Council if there were any items that they would like removed or taken separately. Seeing none, he asked for a motion.
Alderman Powers made a motion to approve the ten (10) Omnibus items as amended, seconded by Alderman Notz. The following voted “Aye”: Alderman Waldeck, Notz, Powers, Preschlack, Goshgarian, Weber and Walther. The following voted “Nay”: none. 7-Ayes, 0-Nays, motion carried.
Information such as Purpose and Action Requested, Background/Discussion, Budget/Fiscal Impact, Recommended Action and a Staff Contact as it relates to the Omnibus items can be found on the agenda.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION/COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Alderman Weber noted that the pre-registration for the curbside composting is underway with the company Waste Not Composting. She also noted that there are no long-term commitments and that the waste is picked up biweekly. Residents can visit the website for more information.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business Mayor Pro-Tem Preschlack asked for a motion to adjourn. Alderman Waldeck made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Alderman Powers. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote at 7:32 p.m.
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