Lake County Gazette

City of North Chicago Judiciary Committee met Dec. 16

Here are the minutes provided by the committee:

Alderman Jackson called the meeting to order.

ROLL CALL:

Ayes: Jackson, Coleman, Evans, Allen, Smith, Murphy, January

Nays: None

Absent: None

I. DISCUSSION/REVIEW OF BROOKSTONE AT COLES PARK:

Chief of Staff Greg Jackson clarified (2) significant findings:

➢ Adjudication Hearing suggested developing a safety plan executed for Brookstone and requested amount of $500 per day bond if not complied. Hopeful of positive activity.

Alderman Coleman left at 7:41 p.m.

He was appreciative of the residents who were actively engaged for the security and safety of Brookstone. Resident shared her concerns assisting to curtail the activity in the area.

The Mayor and Police Chief Perez attended meeting with the State Housing Authority.

➢ Meeting with State of IL Housing Authority, staff of IDA wasn’t happy with Brookstone Management.

Alderman Coleman returned at 7:43 p.m.

The Mayor continued that they weren’t to decrease the bond of $7 mil list until the corrections. The priorities were previously provided to IDA and they haven’t resolved the issue. The residents needed to feel safe in the facility in which they resided. They declined the amount of $250,000 the city had offered toward security.

Alderman Smith asked what were the consequences. Chief of Staff Jackson clarified the $500 per day fine. Alderman Smith asked where the money was directed with fine collection. Chief of Staff Jackson explained to the General Fund.

II. DISCUSSION/REVIEW OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT SECTION 10-5-11 – NO

OVERNIGHT PARKING:

Police Chief Lazaro Perez explained the ordinance amendment for no overnight parking.

Alderman Murphy agreed with the ban to parking from hours of 2-6 a.m., therefore no changes.

Alderman Coleman questioned/suggested alternate parking for Sheridan Rd. and Park Ave. Chief

Perez clarified there was an ordinance currently. Two or more inches of snow, the vehicles need to move.

Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman January that the Judiciary Committee Meeting stand adjourned with current ordinance to remain in effect for no overnight parking.

ROLL CALL:

Ayes: Jackson, Coleman, Evans, Allen, Smith, Murphy, January

Nays: None

Absent: None

The meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m.

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