Lincolnwood public meetings in 2021

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission is holding a virtual regular meeting on December 23, 2021, due to COVID-19 concerns. The main items are a discussion of parking restrictions at 3715 W. Lunt Avenue and proposed 2022 meeting dates. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items like minutes approval and reports.

• Discussion of parking restrictions at 3715 W. Lunt Avenue
• 2022 proposed meeting dates
• Virtual meeting due to COVID-19 pandemic

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission unanimously approved parking restrictions at 3715 W. Lunt Avenue, despite an email from James Stoesser of Advanced Plastics opposing them. The commission also approved the minutes from the September 30, 2021 meeting and the 2022 proposed meeting dates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved parking restrictions at 3715 W. Lunt Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 30, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 proposed meeting dates (unanimous)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will hold its regular meeting on December 21, 2021, with a consent agenda that includes a special use permit for a support laboratory at 6416 North Ridgeway Avenue and a one-year renewal with Freddies, Inc. for food concessionaire services. In regular business, the board will consider a resolution to participate in national opioid settlements and an ordinance waiving competitive bidding for a security improvements contract with Quinlan Security Systems at the Lincolnwood Community Center. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants totaling $1,552,889.57, and 2022 meeting dates.

• Special use permit for support laboratory at 6416 North Ridgeway Avenue
• One-year renewal agreement with Freddies, Inc. for food concessionaire services
• Resolution to participate in National Opioid Settlements
• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for Quinlan Security Systems contract for security improvements at Lincolnwood Community Center
• Approval of warrants totaling $1,552,889.57

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss the Lincolnwood Town Center Development Plan Phase I, lobbying/advocacy services for municipal governments, and the Service First program. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. No final votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Lincolnwood Town Center Development Plan Phase I (presenter: Doug Hammel)
• Discussion of lobbying/advocacy services for municipal governments (presenters: Chuck Meyer and Anne Gaura)
• Discussion of Service First program (presenter: Anne Gaura)
• Approval of minutes from December 7, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting
• Meeting held virtually via GoToMeeting due to COVID-19

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees held a Committee of the Whole meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed the Lincolnwood Town Center development plan, potential lobbying/advocacy services (including a proposed $60,000 budget for FY 23), and the 'Service First' customer service initiative. The board reached consensus to move forward with requesting lobbyist proposals and to focus on staffing/structure and technology for Service First. Public comments raised concerns about the Animal Store, but no action was taken.

• Approved minutes of December 7, 2021 Committee of the Whole (5-0)
• Discussed Lincolnwood Town Center development plan; no action taken
• Consensus to request proposals from lobbying firms and hold presentations
• Consensus to focus Service First on staffing/structure and technology

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss a development plan for the Lincolnwood Town Center property and potential lobbying services. The Board also reviewed lead service line replacement costs, water allocation changes, and a streetscape grant application.

• Lincolnwood Town Center development plan consultant fees totaling approximately $77,000
• Lead service line replacement cost estimates ranging from $13,890,000 to $16,218,000
• Lincolnwood Avenue streetscape project estimated at $4,500,000
• Reduction of Lake Michigan water allocation from 2.3 million to 1.8 million gallons per day
• Proposal for a sole source contract with Special Event Management for the 2022 Lincolnwood Fest

Village Board

The Village Board of Trustees will meet virtually to discuss several items, including participation in National Opioid Settlements and a security improvement agreement for the Community Center. The agenda also includes routine approvals for meeting dates and food concessionaire services.

• Resolution authorizing Village participation in National Opioid Settlements
• Ordinance to waive competitive bidding for security improvements at Lincolnwood Community Center with Quinlan Security Systems
• Special Use Permit for a support laboratory at 6416 North Ridgeway Avenue
• One-year renewal agreement with Freddies, Inc. for food concessionaire services
• Resolution regarding the release of minutes and destruction of closed meeting records

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved a resolution to participate in national opioid settlements, potentially making the village eligible for settlement funds, and approved an ordinance waiving competitive bidding for a $14,689 security system installation at the Community Center. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a special use permit for a support laboratory at 6416 N. Ridgeway Avenue, and moved all future meetings to virtual format due to COVID-19.

• Approved resolution to participate in National Opioid Settlements (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved ordinance waiving competitive bidding for Quinlan Security Systems agreement ($14,689) (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including special use permit for support laboratory at 6416 N. Ridgeway Ave (6-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $1,552,889.57 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 7, 2021 as revised (6-0)
• Moved all future board meetings to virtual format due to COVID-19 (mayoral determination)

Economic Development Commission

The Commission is reviewing progress on several local development projects. Discussions include the status of District 1860, the Lincolnwood Town Center redevelopment plan, and potential future field trips for members.

• District 1860 building permit fees totaling approximately $1.5 million
• Lincolnwood Town Center development plan involving Houseal Lavigne Associates
• Cost-sharing agreement for mall redevelopment with Torchlight Investors
• Extension of the Outdoor Dining and Outdoor Advertising program through May 31, 2022
• New business licenses for Autism Therapy Solutions, Forever Young Med Spa, Gemini Labs, Inc., and Onsite Health Specialty Physicians, Inc.

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss a future village tour and receive updates on several development projects, including District 1860, Lincolnwood Town Center, and 3757 W. Touhy Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a public forum.

• Discussion of future EDC village tour
• Development update: District 1860
• Development update: Lincolnwood Town Center
• Development update: 3757 W. Touhy Avenue
• Approval of November 17, 2021 meeting minutes

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission met and approved the November 17, 2021 minutes (6-0). They discussed plans for a future field trip, received updates on the District 1860 development (expected opening in 2023) and the Lincolnwood Town Center (recently acquired by Torchlight Investors), and discussed a proposed carwash at 3757 W. Touhy Avenue. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved November 17, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a workshop to discuss the standards for zoning variations, seeking feedback from members to forward to the Plan Commission and Village Board. The board will also consider adopting the 2022 meeting schedule, which includes a special Thursday meeting in October. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and introducing a new commissioner.

• Workshop discussion on zoning variation standards (Section 5.15(7))
• Discussion and potential adoption of 2022 ZBA meeting calendar
• Introduction of new ZBA Commissioner Aida Cantic
• Approval of August 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Zoning Board of Appeals

The meeting includes the introduction of new Commissioner Aida Cantic and a workshop discussion regarding zoning variation standards. The board will also discuss the 2022 ZBA meeting calendar.

• Introduction of New ZBA Commissioner Aida Cantic
• Workshop Discussion: Zoning Variation Standards
• Discussion: 2022 ZBA Meeting Calendar

The Lincolnwood Zoning Board of Appeals approved the 2022 meeting calendar (5-0) and the minutes from the August 18, 2021 meeting (4-0, with one abstention). The board held a workshop discussion on zoning variation standards, exploring how to apply them consistently and considering potential text amendments, but took no formal action on the standards.

• Approved August 18, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, Cantic abstained)
• Approved 2022 ZBA meeting calendar (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss several 2022 items. Key discussions include whether to allow liquor sales at Proesel Park during summer concerts and other events, and a potential long-term agreement for the concessionaire at the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center. The board will also receive updates on the 2022 Lincolnwood Fest, summer camps, pool passes, and the office relocation.

• Discussion on selling liquor in Proesel Park during summer concerts and select events
• Potential long-term agreement for concessionaire at Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center
• 2022 Park and Recreation Board meeting dates
• 2022 Lincolnwood Fest update
• Pool project update

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board will discuss two key items: whether to allow liquor sales at select Proesel Park events (summer concerts and Lincolnwood Fest) and whether to enter a long-term concessionaire agreement for the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center. The board will also review and approve the 2022 meeting dates and receive updates on the pool project and other department reports.

• Discussion on liquor sales at Proesel Park during summer concerts and Lincolnwood Fest
• Discussion on potential long-term concessionaire agreement for Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center
• Approval of 2022 Park and Recreation Board meeting dates
• Update on Proesel Park pool project
• 2022 Lincolnwood Fest update

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a special Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss an engineering update. The agenda includes only this discussion item, along with public comment and adjournment.

• Discussion concerning engineering update

The Village Board discussed engineering practices and reached consensus on four items: waiving bidding for subsequent phases of multi-year projects capped at three years, not rebidding the retainer agreement, allowing the retainer engineer to bid on capital projects, and hiring a staff engineer. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus.

• Directed staff to seek proposals for initial project phases and waive bidding for subsequent phases of multi-year projects, capped at three years
• Directed staff not to rebid the existing retainer agreement
• Directed staff to allow the retainer engineering firm to bid on capital improvement projects
• Directed staff to hire a staff engineer to assume certain retainer tasks and assist with capital project design and oversight

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a special Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss an engineering update from the Public Works Director. The discussion covers the performance of the current consulting engineer, CBBEL, the possibility of adding a staff engineer position, and responses to recent questions about engineering practices. No formal decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a discussion item.

• CBBEL has served as Village Engineer since 2014 under a $108,000 annual retainer, which has not increased since 2006 rates.
• CBBEL has exceeded its retainer by an average of $29,300 per year since 2014, absorbing the cost.
• Staff proposes adding a Staff Engineer position in FY23 at a total cost of $90,697, offset by eliminating a GIS intern and projected savings of $47,000 from reassigned projects.
• CBBEL reduced a Transmission Main oversight agreement by approximately $100,000 after underestimating the North Shore Outfall Sewer Project.
• Staff recommends continuing to waive bidding for routine engineering services, citing best practices and institutional knowledge.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business including minutes approval, staff reports, and public comment. The main item is a closed session to discuss personnel matters, specifically considering a final offer of employment for a police officer candidate. No other substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters per Section 2(c)(1)
• Consideration of a final offer of employment for a police officer candidate

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the final offer of employment for Police Officer Candidate B. The board also approved the minutes from the December 6, 2021 meeting and entered closed session to discuss personnel matters. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved final offer of employment for Police Officer Candidate B (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 6, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel matters (unanimous)

Village Board Committees

The Lincolnwood Finance Committee will continue discussions on potential new revenue sources, including an amusement tax and a self-storage facility tax, and review sales tax revenue. The committee previously directed staff to gather more information on these taxes. The meeting is a discussion, with no final votes expected on these items.

• Continued discussion on Amusement Tax, including possible rates and categories
• Continued discussion on Self-Storage Facility Tax
• Review of Sales Tax Revenue
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2021 meeting

Village Board Committees

The Lincolnwood Finance Committee is meeting to continue discussions on potential new revenue sources, including an amusement tax and a self-storage facility tax, and to review sales tax revenue. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a public forum.

• Continued discussion on amusement tax
• Continued discussion on self-storage facility tax
• Review of sales tax revenue
• Approval of November 15, 2021 minutes

The Finance Committee approved a motion to use a $6,027,082 property tax levy estimate for the public hearing and notices. They also recommended policies to dedicate one-time building permit revenue to large project costs, formalize legal appropriations and budget amendments, and increase fixed asset capitalization thresholds. The committee requested further information on a possible amusement tax, self-storage tax, and changing the fiscal year to a calendar year.

• Approved $6,027,082 property tax levy estimate for public hearing (voice vote)
• Recommended policy to dedicate one-time building permit revenue to large project costs (voice vote)
• Recommended policy formalizing legal appropriations and budget amendment process (voice vote)
• Approved Fixed Asset Capitalization Policy with increased thresholds (voice vote)
• Requested staff present self-storage tax for FY2023 budget consideration (voice vote)
• Requested staff present change of fiscal year to calendar year at upcoming meeting (voice vote)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss four business items: the financial analysis of Lincolnwood Fest, lead service lines, Lake Michigan water allocation, and a Rebuild Downtowns & Main Streets Capital Grant submittal. No final votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion of Lincolnwood Fest financial analysis
• Discussion of lead service lines
• Discussion of Lake Michigan water allocation
• Discussion of Rebuild Downtowns & Main Streets Capital Grant submittal

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees discussed hiring Special Event Management (SEM) to operate the 2022 Lincolnwood Fest, with consensus to proceed and finalize an agreement for the December 21 agenda. They also discussed lead service line replacement, with consensus to eliminate water main work until IEPA funding is known, and agreed to pursue the full scope of the Lincoln Avenue streetscape grant with a local match. No formal votes were taken; these were discussion items.

• Consensus to proceed with SEM agreement for 2022 Lincolnwood Fest
• Consensus to eliminate water main work until IEPA funding is known
• Consensus to pursue full scope of Lincoln Avenue streetscape grant with local match
• Approved minutes of November 16, 2021 Committee of the Whole (unanimous)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Committee of the Whole will discuss four items: the financial analysis of Lincolnwood Fest and whether to have an outside firm manage it, the new state lead service line replacement law, Lake Michigan water allocation, and a submittal for the Rebuild Downtowns & Main Streets Capital Grant. These are discussion items only, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion on Lincolnwood Fest financial analysis and outside management
• Discussion on Lead Service Line Notification and Replacement Act compliance
• Discussion on Lake Michigan water allocation
• Discussion on Rebuild Downtowns & Main Streets Capital Grant submittal

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will consider an ordinance levying $6,027,082 in property taxes for 2021, along with abatements for three bond issues. The board will also vote on a construction oversight contract, an Environmental Commission change, and a personnel policy amendment. Several routine items, including the audit report and transit sign agreement, are on the consent agenda.

• Ordinance levying $6,027,082 in property taxes for 2021
• Abatement of 2021 tax levy for 2019, 2020A, and 2021A GO bond issues
• Waive bidding and award $15,348 construction oversight contract to Christopher B. Burke Engineering for Pump House Generator Project
• Amend Municipal Code Section 3-13-1 on Environmental Commission composition
• Resolution amending Village Personnel Policy Manual

The Village Board approved the 2021 property tax levy of $6,027,082, a 1.4% increase from the previous year, after a public hearing with no comments. The board also approved three tax levy abatements for bond issues, waived bidding for a pump house generator oversight contract, and amended the Environmental Commission composition and personnel policy.

• Approved $6,027,082 property tax levy for 2021 (6-0)
• Approved abatement of 2021 tax levy for 2019, 2020A, and 2021A GO bonds (6-0)
• Waived bidding and awarded $15,348 construction oversight contract to Christopher B. Burke Engineering (6-0)
• Amended Environmental Commission composition to reflect 8 members with 1 vacancy (6-0)
• Amended personnel policy to start new employee benefits on first day of employment (6-0)
• Approved $3,138,387.57 in warrants (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda accepting CAFR and transit sign agreement (6-0)
• Approved minutes of November 16, 2021 (6-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will consider a $6,027,082 property tax levy for 2021, along with abatements for three general obligation bond issues. They will also vote on a construction oversight contract for the Pump House Generator Project and amendments to the municipal code and personnel policy. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and consent agenda items.

• Ordinance levying $6,027,082 in property taxes for 2021
• Abatements for 2019, 2020A, and 2021A bond issues
• Waive bidding for $15,348 construction oversight contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering
• Amend Section 3-13-1 of Municipal Code on Environmental Commission composition
• Resolution amending Village Personnel Policy Manual

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review a presentation on power aggregation options from NIU MPA students. The body will also review the OakToberfest event and discuss a proposed calendar.

• Analysis of Power Aggregation Options presentation by NIU MPA students
• Review of OakToberfest
• Lincolnwood in Bloom winners

The Environmental Commission approved a motion recommending staff explore options to hire a consultant for electrical aggregation and bring a provider recommendation to the Committee of the Whole in 2022. The commission also adopted a 2022 meeting calendar, moving the September meeting to the 19th to avoid Rosh Hashanah. Minutes from the October 4, 2021 meeting were approved. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting involved presentations and discussion.

• Approved motion to recommend staff explore options for an electrical aggregation consultant and bring a provider recommendation to the Committee of the Whole in 2022.
• Adopted the 2022 meeting calendar with an amendment moving the September meeting to the 19th.
• Approved the minutes from the October 4, 2021 Environmental Commission meeting.
• Approved motion to assign Commissioner Ahmed as temporary presiding officer.

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to discuss an analysis of electrical aggregation options presented by NIU MPA students. The body will also review the OakToberfest event and discuss a proposed calendar.

• Presentation and discussion on Power Aggregation Options by NIU MPA students
• Review of OakToberfest
• Discussion of Lincolnwood in Bloom winners
• Review of proposed calendar

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and hearing public comment. The main items are closed-session discussions on whether to extend a final offer of employment to one police officer candidate and a conditional offer to another. No other substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters under Section 2(c)(1)
• Discussion of final offer of employment for a police officer candidate
• Discussion of conditional offer of employment for a police officer candidate

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved a final employment offer for Police Officer Candidate A and a conditional employment offer for Police Officer Candidate B, both by unanimous roll call votes. The board also entered closed session to discuss personnel matters and adjourned shortly after.

• Approved final employment offer for Police Officer Candidate A (unanimous roll call)
• Approved conditional employment offer for Police Officer Candidate B (unanimous roll call)
• Entered closed session for personnel discussion (roll call vote carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:52 p.m. (unanimous roll call)

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission is meeting to consider a special use request by Gemini Labs, Inc. for a laboratory at 6416 North Ridgeway Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of the November 3 meeting minutes, a discussion on rescheduling the 2022 meeting dates, and public comment.

• Special use request for a laboratory at 6416 North Ridgeway Avenue by Gemini Labs, Inc.
• Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion on revised 2022 Plan Commission meeting date

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a special use permit for a laboratory at 6416 N. Ridgeway, which will analyze COVID samples without on-site testing. The recommendation will go to the Village Board on December 21. The commission also discussed revising the October 2022 meeting date to October 3 or 12, and introduced new Village Attorney Liz Butler.

• Approved the November 3, 2021 Plan Commission minutes (3-0, with two abstentions).
• Recommended approval of special use for a laboratory at 6416 N. Ridgeway (5-0).
• Discussed changing the October 2022 meeting date to October 3 or 12 (no final decision).
• Introduced Attorney Liz Butler as incoming village attorney for the Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Gemini Labs, Inc. for a special use permit to operate a support laboratory for COVID sample testing at 6416 North Ridgeway Avenue. The commission will also discuss revised 2022 meeting dates and approve the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes. The agenda includes a public comment period.

• Case #PC-18-21: Special use request for a laboratory at 6416 North Ridgeway Avenue by Gemini Labs, Inc. on behalf of property owner Avinash Verma
• Discussion of revised 2022 Plan Commission meeting dates
• Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Lincolnwood Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including minutes approval and staff reports. The main item is a closed session to discuss a conditional offer of employment for a police officer candidate. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters per Section 2(c)(1)
• Consideration of conditional offer of employment for police officer candidate

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the minutes from its November 8, 10, and 11 meetings. It also unanimously approved a conditional offer of employment for a police officer candidate. The board entered closed session to discuss personnel matters, then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of November 8, 10, and 11, 2021 meetings
• Approved conditional offer of employment for a police officer candidate
• Entered closed session to discuss employment matters
• Adjourned the meeting

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss an update on temporary outdoor dining and advertising regulations, plan future site visits, and receive development updates on several local properties. The commission will also set its 2022 meeting schedule and approve minutes from its September meeting.

• Temporary outdoor dining/advertising regulations update
• Development updates: District 1860, Lincolnwood Town Center, 3901 W. Touhy Avenue, 4656 W. Touhy Avenue
• Discussion of future EDC site visits
• 2022 EDC meeting schedule
• Minutes approval for September 15, 2021 meeting

The Economic Development Commission approved the September 15, 2021 minutes (7-0) and received updates on the outdoor dining/advertising program, which will be extended through May 31, 2022. Staff reported that Lincolnwood Town Center was acquired by Torchlight Investors and that a development advisory contract with Houseal Lavigne Associates was approved by the Village Board on August 17. No formal votes were taken on these updates; the only motions were to approve minutes and adjourn.

• Approved September 15, 2021 minutes (7-0)
• Extended outdoor dining/advertising program through May 31, 2022 (discussed, no vote)
• Noted Lincolnwood Town Center acquisition by Torchlight Investors (reported)
• Noted Village Board approval of Houseal Lavigne Associates contract on August 17 (reported)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:01 a.m. (6-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss updates on temporary outdoor dining and advertising regulations, future site visits, and development projects including District 1860, Lincolnwood Town Center, and properties on Touhy Avenue. They will also approve minutes from the September 15, 2021 meeting and set the 2022 meeting schedule. The agenda is largely routine, with no major votes or new proposals listed.

• Update on temporary outdoor dining and advertising regulations
• Development updates: District 1860, Lincolnwood Town Center, 3901 W. Touhy Ave., 4656 W. Touhy Ave.
• Discussion of future EDC site visits
• Approval of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• 2022 EDC meeting schedule adoption

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for November 17, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for December 15, 2021.

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is meeting to handle routine approvals and several regular business items. The consent agenda includes union agreements, a property consolidation, and a $33,805 water rate study contract. Regular business covers renewing a building inspection agreement, waiving bidding for engineering services, amending the municipal code, and extending outdoor dining and advertising during the pandemic. A closed session is scheduled to discuss closed session minutes.

• Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Teamsters Local 700
• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Illinois FOP Labor Council for lateral patrol officers
• Final plat of consolidation for 6510 N Monticello Ave and 6511 N Lawndale Ave
• $33,805 agreement with Stanley Consultants for water rate analytical services
• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for Christopher B. Burke Engineering construction services

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved a renewal of the building inspection contract with SAFEbuilt Illinois, LLC through 2022, with a 3% increase. It also approved an ordinance waiving competitive bidding for construction engineering services with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for pool work, and extended outdoor dining and advertising authorization through May 31, 2022. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved minutes of Nov 2, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $872,489.90 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Teamsters MOA, FOP lateral hire MOU, final plat consolidation, and Stanley Consultants water rate agreement (6-0)
• Approved SAFEbuilt contract renewal for building inspection through 2022 (6-0)
• Approved ordinance waiving competitive bidding for CBBEL construction engineering services (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending municipal code sections 9-12-11 A and B (6-0)
• Approved resolution extending outdoor dining and advertising through May 31, 2022 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Moved to closed session for pending litigation (6-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several administrative and policy items, including a preview of the village website, proposed 2022 meeting dates, a village code update, snow removal from sidewalks, and potential lobbying services. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussions and a closed session.

• Village website preview and demonstration
• Discussion of proposed 2022 Committee of the Whole and Village Board meeting dates
• Discussion of village code update
• Discussion of snow removal from sidewalks
• Discussion of lobbying services

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees held a Committee of the Whole meeting on November 16, 2021, discussing several items but taking no formal votes. The board reviewed a proposed Village Code update covering numerous sections, including park permits, solicitation hours, and fire safety, with staff asked to clarify language on fires. Trustees reached a consensus against requiring property owners to clear snow from public sidewalks. The board also discussed but did not decide on hiring a lobbying service, with mixed opinions expressed.

• Approved minutes of November 2, 2021 Committee of the Whole (unanimous)
• Consensus against requiring property owners to remove snow from public way
• Discussed proposed Village Code update; staff to clarify fire definition in section 6-3-9-U
• Discussed hiring lobbying service; no decision made
• Previewed new Village website with Civic Plus as vendor
• Reviewed proposed 2022 meeting schedule; no objections raised

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will preview a redesigned Village website scheduled to launch November 17, 2021. The board will also review proposed 2022 meeting dates adjusted for holidays and discuss updates to the Village Code regarding snow removal.

• Preview of new Village website from Civic Plus
• Proposed 2022 meeting schedule adjustments for Ramadan, Labor Day, and Jewish High Holidays
• Discussion on Village Code updates regarding snow and ice removal from parkways
• Review of options for employing lobbying services to secure grants
• Proposed 2022 meeting date changes including May 5, September 8, October 6, and October 19

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is meeting to approve routine consent agenda items, including labor agreements with Teamsters Local 700 and the Illinois FOP, a water rate study contract with Stanley Consultants for $33,805, and a final plat consolidation for properties on Monticello and Lawndale Avenues. Regular business includes renewing a building inspection agreement with SAFEbuilt, waiving bidding for construction engineering services with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, amending the municipal code, and extending outdoor dining and advertising authorizations during the COVID-19 pandemic. The board will also enter closed session to discuss closed session minutes.

• Resolution approving Memorandum of Agreement with Teamsters Local 700
• Resolution approving Memorandum of Understanding for lateral patrol officers with Illinois FOP Labor Council
• Final plat of consolidation for 6510 N. Monticello Ave and 6511 N. Lawndale Ave
• Agreement with Stanley Consultants for water rate analytical services, $33,805
• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for construction engineering services with Christopher B. Burke Engineering

Village Board Committees

The Lincolnwood Finance Committee will review and discuss financial policies, including the 2021 property tax levy estimate, building permit revenue, legal appropriations, and a fixed asset capitalization policy. They will also continue discussions on potential new revenue sources (amusement tax and self-storage facility tax), consider changing the Village's fiscal year, and review the Lincolnwood Fest. The meeting is a discussion and review session; no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• 2021 draft property tax levy estimate of $6,027,083 (a $83,215 increase from 2020)
• Discussion of a possible Amusement Tax (0-10% rate) and Self-Storage Facility Tax
• Discussion of changing the Village's fiscal year from May-April to calendar year
• Review of financial policies: building permit revenue, legal appropriations, fixed asset capitalization
• Review of Lincolnwood Fest

Village Board Committees

The Lincolnwood Village Board Finance Committee is meeting to review financial policies, including the 2021 property tax levy estimates, building permit revenue, and budget amendments. They will also continue discussions on new revenue sources such as amusement and self-storage facility taxes, and consider changing the fiscal year. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public forum.

• Review of 2021 draft property tax levy estimates
• Discussion of building permit revenue
• Continued discussion on amusement tax and self-storage facility tax
• Possible change of fiscal year
• Review of Lincolnwood Fest

The Finance Committee recommended using a $6,027,082 property tax levy estimate for the public hearing and notices. It also approved several financial policy changes, including a policy to dedicate one-time building permit revenue to large-scale project costs, formalizing legal appropriations and budget amendments, and updating the fixed asset capitalization thresholds. The committee requested further information on a possible amusement tax and voted to have staff present a self-storage tax and a fiscal year change to the Village Board.

• Approved $6,027,082 property tax levy estimate for public hearing (voice vote)
• Approved policy to dedicate one-time building permit revenue to large project costs (voice vote)
• Approved policy formalizing legal appropriations and budget amendment process (voice vote)
• Approved fixed asset capitalization policy with increased thresholds (voice vote)
• Requested staff present self-storage tax for FY2023 budget consideration (voice vote)
• Requested staff present fiscal year change to calendar year at upcoming meeting (voice vote)
• Consensus to analyze Lincolnwood Fest proposal from SEM to determine break-even potential
• Consensus to have actuaries address Police Pension Fund funding questions at next meeting

Police Pension Board

The Lincolnwood Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to review and approve a revised tax levy request. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, trustee training updates, and public comment.

• Review and approval of revised tax levy request

The Lincolnwood Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees approved the finalized Actuarial Valuation and voted to request a tax levy of $2,566,215 from the Village of Lincolnwood. The recommended contribution is a $64,831 increase from the prior year, while the statutory minimum requirement is $2,174,501. The motion passed by a roll call vote of 3-0, with two trustees absent. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved Actuarial Valuation and tax levy request of $2,566,215 (3-0, roll call)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:11 a.m. (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and hearing public comment. The main items are a closed session to conduct oral interviews with police officer candidates and consideration of an eligibility list for the police officer position.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters per Section 2(c)(1)
• Oral interviews for police officer candidates
• Consideration of an eligibility list for the position of police officer

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a regular meeting on November 11, 2021. After a closed session to discuss personnel matters, the board reconvened and unanimously approved the Police Officer Eligibility List. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included procedural items only.

• Approved Police Officer Eligibility List (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for personnel matters (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will hold a closed session to conduct oral interviews for police officer candidates. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as staff reports and public comment.

• Oral Interviews – Police Officer Candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners held a regular meeting with no substantive public decisions. The only action was a unanimous vote to enter closed session to discuss personnel matters, after which the meeting reconvened and adjourned without any new business or public comment.

• Entered closed session for personnel matters (unanimous roll call vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:54 p.m. (unanimous roll call vote)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports on the 2021 Summer Day Camp and the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of October 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• 2021 Summer Day Camp Report
• 2021 Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center Report

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board approved the minutes of the October 12, 2021 meeting by a 5-0 vote. The board received reports on the 2021 Summer Day Camp and the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center, discussing topics such as waitlists, surveys, a potential lunch program, concession equipment, and pool hours. No formal decisions were made on these reports; they were informational only.

• Approved October 12, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board will hear reports on the 2021 Summer Day Camp and the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center, along with routine items like minutes approval and public comment. The agenda is largely informational, with no votes scheduled on new business.

• 2021 Summer Day Camp report: 579 total enrollments, $224,762.80 revenue, $91,548.88 net
• 2021 Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center report
• Approval of October 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Audience participation and public correspondence

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will hold a closed session to conduct oral interviews for police officer candidates and discuss the disqualification of a candidate. The meeting also includes a staff report on the patrol officer recruitment process.

• Oral interviews for Police Officer candidates
• Discussion regarding disqualification of a Police Candidate

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Lincolnwood Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business and then enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters, including oral interviews of police officer candidates and the disqualification of a police candidate. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive action being the closed-session personnel discussions.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters per Section 2(c)(1)
• Oral interviews for police officer candidates
• Disqualification of a police candidate

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the disqualification of Police Candidate A, following a closed session on personnel matters. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 20, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved disqualification of Police Candidate A (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will consider a Final Plat of Consolidation for two properties at 6510 North Monticello Avenue and 6511 North Lawndale Avenue, transferring the easternmost eight feet of the latter to the former. The commission will also discuss a potential text amendment on public hearing notice requirements and set 2022 meeting dates. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Case #PC-16-21: Final Plat of Consolidation for 6510 N Monticello Ave and 6511 N Lawndale Ave
• Discussion: potential text amendment on notice requirements for Plan Commission & ZBA public hearings
• Discussion: 2022 Plan Commission meeting dates
• Approval of October 6, 2021 meeting minutes

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission approved a minor subdivision consolidating 8 feet of land from 6511 North Lawndale into 6510 North Monticello Avenue, with a 5-0 vote. The item will go to the Village Board on November 16. The commission also discussed potential changes to public hearing notice requirements and adopted the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Approved final plat of consolidation for 6510 N Monticello and 6511 N Lawndale (5-0)
• Adopted 2022 Plan Commission meeting dates (5-0)
• Approved October 6, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to approve a Final Plat of Consolidation for 6510 North Monticello Avenue and 6511 North Lawndale Avenue, which would transfer an eight-foot strip of land between the properties. The commission will also discuss potential text amendments to public hearing notice requirements and set 2022 meeting dates. The agenda includes approval of the October 6, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Case #PC-16-21: Final Plat of Consolidation for 6510 N. Monticello Ave and 6511 N. Lawndale Ave
• Discussion: Potential text amendment on notice requirements for Plan Commission & ZBA public hearings
• Discussion: 2022 Plan Commission meeting dates
• Approval of October 6, 2021 meeting minutes

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion-only meeting covering several topics, including permitted uses in the O Office District, the Pratt Avenue pedestrian bridge over the channel, hardship standards for variation requests, and a village code update. No final votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and direction.

• Discussion of permitted uses in the O Office District
• Discussion of Pratt Avenue pedestrian bridge over channel
• Discussion of hardship standards in variation requests
• Discussion of village code update

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees held a Committee of the Whole meeting on November 2, 2021, discussing several items but making no final decisions. They discussed the potential use of a property in the O Office District for a community center/entertainment venue, with the Mayor stating such use would be difficult to approve in that zoning district. They also discussed the Pratt Avenue pedestrian bridge project, zoning variance hardship standards, and a village code update. The only formal action was approving the minutes of previous meetings.

• Approved minutes of October 5 and October 19, 2021 Committee of the Whole meetings (unanimous)
• Discussed but took no action on permitted uses in O Office District, including potential community center/entertainment venue
• Discussed Pratt Avenue pedestrian bridge project, including $1.8M estimated cost and grant funding
• Discussed hardship standards for zoning variances, with consensus to refer text amendment to Plan Commission
• Discussed village code update, including snow removal requirements, with no formal action

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will consider a consent agenda with several contracts and purchases, including a $275,662 engineering agreement for Street Storage Stage III, a $209,744 diesel generator installation, and a $69,564 rock salt purchase. Regular business items include zoning ordinance amendments, a pool painting contract, and purchase of two automated CPR devices. The board will also make appointments and issue proclamations.

• $275,662 contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for Street Storage Stage III design
• $209,744 contract with Powerlink Electric for diesel generator at pump house
• $69,564 rock salt purchase through State of Illinois joint purchasing
• Ordinance amending zoning rules on permitted obstructions in yards
• Appointments to Park and Recreation Board, Traffic Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved an ordinance amending the zoning code to permit decorative masonry columns and similar objects in front and corner side yards, with a 4-1 vote and one abstention. The board also approved a contract for pool painting at Proesel Park, awarded to Jetco, LTD for $195,900, and authorized the purchase of two CPR devices funded by donations. Several other items were approved on the consent agenda, including engineering services, a CCTV system, rock salt purchase, and a liquor license.

• Approved zoning amendment for front-yard obstructions (4-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved pool painting contract to Jetco, LTD for $195,900 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two CPR devices from Stryker Medical, funded by $30,000 in donations (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including engineering services for $275,662, CCTV system, rock salt up to $69,564, and liquor license (6-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $1,050,038.22 (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Park and Recreation Board, Traffic Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals (6-0)
• Remanded municipal code amendment back to Committee of the Whole (6-0)

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole discussed several infrastructure and administrative updates, including options for a new bike lane on Pratt Avenue. The Board also reviewed plans to relocate the Community Development Department into existing Parks and Recreation offices.

• Discussion of three options for a Pratt Avenue bike lane, including potential removal of street parking
• Proposed relocation of Community Development Department to current Parks and Recreation offices
• Plan to move Parks and Recreation staff to the Community Center in the short term
• Review of potential revenue from video gaming terminals, which the Board decided to set aside for now
• $20,000 allocated for IT improvements related to Community Center space renovations

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will hold a regular meeting on November 2, 2021, to consider consent agenda items including contracts for engineering, security systems, rock salt, and a generator, as well as regular business items such as a zoning ordinance amendment and a pool painting contract. The board will also hear reports and make appointments.

• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for $275,662 design engineering services for Street Storage Stage III with Christopher B. Burke Engineering
• Resolution to purchase rock salt for snow removal up to $69,564 through State of Illinois Joint Purchasing Program
• Resolution awarding $209,744 construction contract to Powerlink Electric for diesel generator installation at the Pump House
• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for $44,950 contract to J.A. Watts for Community Development Expansion Project
• Consideration of zoning ordinance amendment regarding permitted obstructions in yards

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for October 28, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for December 23, 2021.

Police Pension Board

The Lincolnwood Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review investment reports, approve retirement benefits for two officers, consider new membership applications, and discuss other pension fund business. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, and various reports.

• Approve regular retirement benefits for Joshua Bakalar and William Meister
• Applications for membership from Adriana Hernandez and Matthew McClelland
• Review quarterly investment reports from Wells Fargo/Madison and Graystone Consulting
• Military service purchase for Adolfo Rodriguez
• Review/approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request

The Lincolnwood Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees approved a tax levy request of $2,560,371 for the upcoming year, based on the finalized actuarial valuation. The board also approved rebalancing the Wells Fargo portfolio by liquidating $300,000 from three funds and directing Madison Investments to hold bond proceeds to cash. Two new officers were accepted as Tier II members, and retirement benefits were approved for two patrol officers.

• Approved tax levy request of $2,560,371 (5-0)
• Approved liquidation of $300,000 from three American funds to cash (5-0)
• Directed Madison Investments to hold bond proceeds to cash (5-0)
• Accepted Adriana Hernandez and Matthew McClelland as Tier II members (unanimous)
• Approved retirement benefits for Joshua Bakalar and William Meister (5-0)
• Accepted military service purchase payment of $42,914.51 from Adolfo Rodriguez (5-0)
• Approved vendor check disbursements of $158,903.49 (5-0)
• Adopted Municipal Compliance Report (5-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for October 27, 2021 is canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancellation notice posted October 22, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for November 17, 2021 at 8:00 a.m.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for October 20, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for November 17, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a Village Code update and receive an update on Parks and Recreation space allocation. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of the prior meeting's minutes, and adjournment.

• Discussion of Village Code update
• Update on Parks and Recreation space allocation
• Approval of October 5, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes

The Board discussed the Parks and Recreation space allocation and Community Development relocation, with staff presenting two options. All trustees agreed to proceed with Option one, completing all work this fiscal year, and staff recommended waiving competitive bidding to award a contract to J.A. Watts. No formal vote was recorded; the item was discussed and agreed upon. The minutes of October 5, 2021 were tabled until the next meeting.

• Tabled minutes of October 5, 2021 Committee of the Whole (6-0)
• Agreed to proceed with Option one for Community Center renovation (all trustees)
• Staff recommended waiver of competitive bidding and award to J.A. Watts (discussed)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss two main items: a proposed update to the Village Code covering various sections, and an update on relocating the Parks and Recreation Department to make space for Community Development. The board will also consider direction on these items, with a proposed ordinance to be considered at the following Village Board meeting.

• Discussion of Village Code update with proposed changes to 20+ sections, including solicitation hours (ending at 8:00 pm instead of 9:00 pm) and park permit authority
• Update on Parks and Recreation space allocation, with options for short-term relocation (Community Center, temporary trailer, or commercial lease) and $50,000 reallocation in FY22 budget
• Proposed ordinance to amend various provisions of the Municipal Code, to be considered at the October 19 Village Board meeting
• Discussion of future Village Code review schedule, including hardship standards for Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals on November 2

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is meeting to handle routine approvals, including warrants and minutes, and to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Notable items include a third amendment to a redevelopment agreement with Touhy & Lincoln, LLC, and a continuation of a text amendment regarding front yard obstructions. The board will also vote on consent agenda items such as a road closure for the Turkey Trot and a GIS support services agreement.

• Third Amendment to Redevelopment Agreement with Touhy & Lincoln, LLC
• Text amendment to Section 3.10 on front yard obstructions (Case #PC-15-21)
• Ordinance amending floor area ratio for single-family residential development
• Variation for floor area ratio at 6547 North Central Park Avenue
• Closure of Lincoln Avenue for Turkey Trot on Nov 21, 7-11 AM

The Board approved an ordinance amending zoning sections 4.11 and 4.12 to increase the floor area ratio (FAR) to 0.7 across all residential zoning districts, following a Plan Commission recommendation. The Board also approved a third amendment to the redevelopment agreement for the District 1860 project, removing the hotel component and adjusting the completion date. Several other items were approved, including consent agenda items, reappointments, and a proclamation for World Polio Day. A zoning variation request at 6547 North Central Park Avenue was withdrawn after the FAR ordinance passed.

• Approved ordinance increasing floor area ratio to 0.7 for single-family residential (unanimous)
• Approved third amendment to redevelopment agreement for District 1860 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Lincoln Ave closure for Turkey Trot, GIS services agreement, and other items (unanimous)
• Approved warrants totaling $630,447.27 (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments to Economic Development Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Parks and Recreation Board (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 5, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Continued text amendment on front yard obstructions to November 2, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled ordinance amending various municipal code provisions to a future meeting

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will hold its regular meeting on October 19, 2021, covering routine approvals, proclamations, and appointments. Key items include a third amendment to the redevelopment agreement with Touhy & Lincoln, LLC, a text amendment on front-yard obstructions, and zoning changes affecting floor area ratio for single-family homes. The board will also enter closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Third Amendment to Redevelopment Agreement with Touhy & Lincoln, LLC
• Text amendment on obstructions in front yards and corner side yards (Case #PC-15-21)
• Ordinance amending floor area ratio for single-family residential development
• Zoning variation for floor area ratio at 6547 North Central Park Avenue
• Ordinance waiving beer/wine sale restrictions for Maine-Niles Special Recreation Trivia Night

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a special Committee of the Whole meeting with a single agenda item: a discussion of the Lincolnwood Strategic Plan. The meeting includes public comment, but no formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of the Lincolnwood Strategic Plan

Village Board

The Special Committee of the Whole will meet to hold a discussion concerning the Lincolnwood Strategic Plan. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion Concerning the Lincolnwood Strategic Plan

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board will meet to consider two recommendations: an ordinance waiving enforcement of a municipal code section to allow beer and wine sales at a special recreation trivia night, and a resolution to close a portion of Lincoln Avenue for the annual Turkey Trot race. The board will also receive a summer program report and other routine updates. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and public participation.

• Ordinance waiving Section 10-2-36(A) for beer and wine sales at Maine-Niles Association of Special Recreation Trivia Night
• Resolution to close part of Lincoln Avenue on Nov. 21, 2021, 7-11 a.m. for Turkey Trot
• Summer program report
• Approval of June 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board approved recommendations to waive enforcement of a municipal code section for beer and wine sales at the M-NASR Trivia Night, and to close a portion of Lincoln Avenue for the annual Turkey Trot race. Both motions passed 5-0. The board also approved the June 8, 2021 meeting minutes and assigned Courtney Tucker as temporary presiding officer.

• Approved assignment of Courtney Tucker as temporary presiding officer (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021 board meeting (5-0)
• Recommended ordinance waiving beer/wine enforcement for M-NASR Trivia Night (5-0)
• Recommended resolution closing Lincoln Avenue for Turkey Trot on Nov 21, 2021 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to consider two recommendations: an ordinance waiving enforcement of a municipal code section to allow beer and wine sales at a Maine-Niles Association of Special Recreation trivia night, and a resolution to close part of Lincoln Avenue on November 21, 2021, from 7-11 a.m. for the annual Turkey Trot race. The board will also review a summer program report and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Ordinance waiving Section 10-2-36(A) for beer and wine sales at Maine-Niles Association of Special Recreation Trivia Night
• Resolution to close portion of Lincoln Avenue on Nov. 21, 2021, 7-11 a.m. for Turkey Trot
• Summer Program Report
• Approval of June 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Audience participation and public correspondence

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider text amendments regarding the maximum permitted Floor Area Ratio for residential development. The commission will also discuss rules for obstructions in front yards and potential changes to public hearing notice requirements.

• Zoning Code Text Amendment: Maximum Permitted Floor Area Ratio for Residential Development
• Zoning Code Text Amendment: Permissibility of Obstructions in the Front Yard
• Discussion on notice requirements for Plan Commission and ZBA public hearings

The Plan Commission voted 7-0 to recommend amending the zoning code to set a uniform maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 0.7 for all residential development in all residential zoning districts. A motion to remove FAR restrictions entirely failed 2-5, and a motion to remove them only for lots under 6,000 square feet failed for lack of a second. The Commission also approved 7-0 all revised staff recommendations regarding front yard obstructions. Both items will go to the Village Board on October 19.

• Recommended uniform maximum FAR of 0.7 for all residential districts (7-0)
• Motion to remove all FAR restrictions failed (2-5)
• Motion to remove FAR restrictions on lots under 6,000 sq ft failed (no second)
• Approved staff recommendations on front yard obstructions (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed Zoning Code text amendments: one to adjust the maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) for residential development, and another to regulate what obstructions are allowed in front yards. The commission will also discuss potential changes to public hearing notice requirements. The FAR case has been continued from previous meetings.

• Case #PC-10-21: Zoning text amendment on maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) for residential development, continued from July, August, and September meetings
• Case #PC-15-21: Zoning text amendment on permissibility of obstructions in front yards
• Discussion on potential text amendment for notice requirements for Plan Commission and ZBA public hearings
• Approval of September 1, 2021 meeting minutes

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of minutes, and three discussion items. The board will discuss a bike lane on Pratt Avenue, coordination of services at the Village Campus, and potential revenue from video gaming. No final decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion of Pratt Avenue bike lane
• Discussion of Village Campus service coordination
• Discussion of potential video gaming revenue

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees discussed three items: a Pratt Avenue bike lane, Village Campus service coordination, and potential video gaming revenue. The board reached a consensus to set aside the video gaming proposal due to insufficient revenue and lack of positive community feedback. No formal votes were taken on the substantive items; the only formal action was approving the September 23, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes of September 23, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting (6-0)
• Consensus to discontinue video gaming discussions due to low revenue and public opposition
• Directed staff to present cost analysis for bike lane options with and without removable bollards
• Supported relocating Parks and Recreation to Community Center short-term and developing a long-term master plan

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss three items: choosing a bike lane design for Pratt Avenue, improving service coordination at the Village Campus, and exploring potential video gaming revenue. The board will also consider a recommendation on the bike lane and discuss staffing and revenue options.

• Pratt Avenue bike lane options: Option 1 ($540,000), Option 2 ($1,185,000), Option 3 ($1,980,000)
• Discussion on Village Campus service coordination, focusing on Community Development and Parks and Recreation
• Discussion on potential video gaming revenue following Plan Commission recommendation against zoning text amendment
• Approval of minutes from September 23, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on issuing tax increment allocation revenue notes for the North Lincoln Redevelopment Project (District 1860) and approve a special use for a new restaurant with a drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue. The meeting also includes a vote to reject a zoning amendment allowing video gaming establishments and the approval of a change order for development advisory services for the Lincolnwood Town Center. Additionally, the board will make numerous appointments and reappointments to village boards and commissions.

• Ordinance providing for Tax Increment Allocation Revenue Notes, North Lincoln Redevelopment Project Area (District 1860), Series 2021A and 2021C
• Ordinance granting Special Uses and Variations for a new restaurant and drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue
• Recommendation against a Text Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to allow Video Gaming Establishments
• Resolution approving a Change Order to the agreement with Houseal Lavigne Associates, LLC for Lincolnwood Town Center advisory services
• Resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with Cook County for grant funding for the Pratt Avenue Pedestrian Bridge engineering

The Village Board denied a special use permit for a drive-thru restaurant at 3901 West Touhy Avenue, citing failure to meet criteria. They also approved several items including a TIF note ordinance for District 1860, a dispatch services agreement with Skokie, and various appointments. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Denied special use for drive-thru at 3901 W Touhy (6-0)
• Approved ordinance allowing aluminum conductors in certain multifamily developments (6-0)
• Approved TIF note issuance for District 1860 (6-0)
• Approved Transferee Assumption Agreement for District 1860 (6-0)
• Approved renewed dispatch services agreement with Skokie (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including IGA for Pratt Avenue bridge engineering (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Parks and Recreation Board (6-0)
• Approved omnibus board and commission appointments (6-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will vote on several items, including issuing tax increment revenue notes for the North Lincoln redevelopment project, approving a new restaurant with a drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue, and deciding on a text amendment to allow video gaming establishments. The board will also consider a renewed dispatch services agreement with Skokie and a change order for development advisory services for the Lincolnwood Town Center. The agenda includes routine consent items and appointments to boards and commissions.

• Ordinance issuing Tax Increment Allocation Revenue Notes for North Lincoln Redevelopment Project Area (District 1860 Project), Series 2021A and 2021C
• Special uses and variations for a new restaurant and drive-through facility at 3901 West Touhy Avenue
• Plan Commission recommendation against a text amendment to allow video gaming establishments
• Renewed and amended dispatch services intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Skokie
• Change order with Houseal Lavigne Associates for additional development advisory services related to Lincolnwood Town Center

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review a presentation and vote on Lincolnwood in Bloom. The body will also discuss a scheduled clean-up for the Union Pacific Path and the OakToberfest event.

• Union Pacific Path clean-up scheduled for March 27, 2022
• Lincolnwood in Bloom presentation and vote
• OakToberfest discussion
• MWRD handouts and saplings report
• Morton Arboretum handouts report

The Lincolnwood Environmental Commission approved the minutes from the October 4, 2021 meeting (8-0) and unanimously appointed Najia Ahmed as temporary presiding officer. The commission discussed plans for a Union Pacific Path cleanup on March 27, 2022, and reviewed the Lincolnwood in Bloom contest, with commissioners asked to vote on top three submissions by October 8. OakToberfest event details were also discussed, including tables, sapling distribution, and outreach.

• Approved minutes from October 4, 2021 meeting (8-0)
• Appointed Najia Ahmed as temporary presiding officer (unanimous voice vote)
• Scheduled Union Pacific Path cleanup for March 27, 2022 (discussed, no formal vote)
• Commissioners to vote on top three Lincolnwood in Bloom submissions by October 8 (discussed)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss community beautification and environmental projects. The body will hear a presentation and vote on the Lincolnwood in Bloom program.

• Vote on Lincolnwood in Bloom beautification contest with prizes up to $75
• Scheduled clean-up for Union Pacific Path on March 27, 2022
• Discussion of OakToberfest
• Staff reports on MWRD and Morton Arboretum handouts

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission is holding a regular meeting. The main item of discussion is whether to add controlled intersections on Jarvis Avenue between Crawford and Lincoln Avenues. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items.

• Discussion of controlled intersections on Jarvis Avenue between Crawford and Lincoln Avenues

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission approved installing yield and stop signs at several uncontrolled intersections along Jarvis Avenue between Crawford and Lincoln Avenues, following a review of crash data. The decision was based on a recommendation from the Skokie and Lincolnwood traffic engineers. The commission also approved the minutes from the July 22, 2021 meeting and was informed of new state traffic safety grants.

• Approved minutes of July 22, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved installing yield signs at E/W Jarvis at Kenneth, N/S Kolmar at Jarvis, and E/W Jarvis at Karlov (4-0)
• Approved installing a stop sign at N/S Keeler at Jarvis Avenue (4-0)

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission will discuss installing controlled intersection signage (yield and stop signs) at four intersections on Jarvis Avenue between Crawford and Lincoln Avenues, in cooperation with the Village of Skokie. The discussion follows a request after a crash at Jarvis and Keeler, and staff recommends specific signage based on traffic and crash data. The commission may make recommendations to the Village Board.

• Discussion of controlled intersections on Jarvis Avenue between Crawford and Lincoln Avenues
• Staff recommends yield signs at Kolmar, Kenneth, and Karlov, and stop signs at Keeler
• Crash data shows 7 crashes at Jarvis & Keeler (highest)
• Speed limits: Skokie 25 MPH, Lincolnwood 20 MPH
• Daily traffic counts 1500-2000 vehicles pre-pandemic

Zoning Board of Appeals

The meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 29, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2021.

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to discuss a scheduled clean-up for the Union Pacific Path and OakToberfest. The body will also receive a presentation and vote regarding Lincolnwood in Bloom.

• Vote on Lincolnwood in Bloom
• Union Pacific Path clean-up scheduled for March 27, 2022
• Discussion of OakToberfest
• Staff reports from MWRD and Morton Arboretum

The Lincolnwood Environmental Commission approved the July 26, 2021 meeting minutes with two amendments, including correcting the adjournment vote tally to 5-0 and clarifying a newsletter reference. The commission also discussed planning for the upcoming OakToberfest event, including a poster, RSVP system for oak saplings, and a rain barrel display, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved July 26, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)
• Assigned Najia Ahmed as temporary presiding officer (unanimous voice vote)
• Discussed OakToberfest planning, including poster, RSVP system, and rain barrel display (no formal action)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will meet to discuss the Lincolnwood in Bloom beautification contest and a scheduled clean-up of the Union Pacific Path. The body will also review reports regarding saplings and handouts from MWRD and the Morton Arboretum.

• Vote on Lincolnwood in Bloom contest, featuring gift certificates of $75, $50, and $25
• Scheduled clean-up for Union Pacific Path on March 27, 2022
• Discussion of OakToberfest
• Staff reports from MWRD and Morton Arboretum regarding handouts and saplings

Village Board

The Village Board will approve routine items including an employee leasing agreement with GovTemps USA, LLC and amendments to the Municipal Code. The primary business involves considering a zoning variation for a property on North Central Park Avenue and extending the operation of a distribution center on North McCormick Boulevard. The meeting also includes reports on police awards and a proclamation for a former mayor's 100th birthday.

• Consideration of a Zoning Board of Appeals recommendation to grant a Floor Area Ratio variation at 6547 North Central Park Avenue
• Consideration of a resolution extending the permitted operation of a Special Use for a Distribution Center at 7080 North McCormick Boulevard
• Approval of an ordinance waiving competitive bidding for an employee leasing agreement with GovTemps USA, LLC for an interim Public Works Account Clerk
• Approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 3 of the Municipal Code regarding Village Boards and Commissions

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved a resolution extending the special use permit for a distribution center at 7080 North McCormick Boulevard until June 30, 2022, with no opposition. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a waiver of competitive bidding for an employee leasing agreement and an ordinance amending village boards and commissions. A floor area ratio variation at 6547 North Central Park Avenue was continued to October 19. The board also approved warrants totaling $1,222,246.15 and recognized former Mayor Frank Chulay's 100th birthday.

• Approved resolution extending special use for distribution center at 7080 N. McCormick Blvd to June 30, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including waiver of competitive bidding for GovTemps USA employee leasing agreement (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 3 regarding village boards and commissions (6-0)
• Continued floor area ratio variation at 6547 N. Central Park Ave to October 19 (6-0)
• Approved warrants in amount of $1,222,246.15 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 9, 2021 meeting (6-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees discussed a proposed building code revision to allow compressed aluminum conductors in certain developments, but took no formal action, continuing the matter to the next meeting. The board also reviewed boards and commissions codes, with consensus to eliminate most standing committees except the Committee of the Whole and Committee on Finance, and to remove term limits.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting (6-0)
• Continued discussion on aluminum conductor code revision to next meeting
• Consensus to eliminate most standing committees except Committee of the Whole and Committee on Finance
• Consensus to remove term limits for boards and commissions

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss a potential building code revision to allow aluminum conductors in certain large developments, while keeping copper requirements for smaller projects. They will also continue a review of the Village Code regarding boards and commissions. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion on amending building code to permit aluminum conductors for main service lines in developments over 10 units, with copper required for branch circuits
• Staff recommendation to require copper conductors throughout for single-family and multi-family projects with 10 or fewer units
• Review of boards and commissions code, including changes to the Environmental Commission membership and attendance rules
• Approval of minutes from the September 9, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine procedural items and then enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters. The main action is consideration of final offers of employment for police officer candidates.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters per Section 2(c)(1)
• Discussion of final offers of employment for police officer candidates

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the minutes from September 9, 2021, and entered closed session to discuss personnel. After reconvening, they unanimously approved hiring two candidates for Patrol Officer positions. The board also discussed upcoming patrol officer testing and the swearing-in ceremony for the new officers.

• Approved Regular Session Minutes of September 9, 2021 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for employment matters (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Candidate A as Patrol Officer (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Candidate B as Patrol Officer (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:14 p.m. (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss updates on outdoor dining, sales tax revenue, and development projects including Lincolnwood Town Center and District 1860. They will also review zoning text amendments for adult-use cannabis dispensaries and video gaming. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a public forum.

• Update on outdoor dining and outdoor advertising
• Sales tax revenue update by category
• Development updates: Lincolnwood Town Center and District 1860
• Zoning text amendments for adult-use cannabis dispensaries and video gaming
• Approval of June 23 and August 25, 2021 meeting minutes

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission met on September 15, 2021, and approved the April 28, 2021 meeting minutes by a 7-0 vote. The commission received informational updates on the Lincolnwood Town Center (owner Washington Prime filed for bankruptcy, with no immediate impact) and the District 1860 property (a grocer signed a lease, but the planned hotel will not proceed due to COVID-19 impacts). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 28, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Received update on Lincolnwood Town Center owner bankruptcy (no action)
• Received update on District 1860 grocer lease and hotel cancellation (no action)

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss updates on outdoor dining and advertising, sales tax revenue by category, and development at Lincolnwood Town Center and District 1860. They will also review proposed zoning text amendments regarding adult-use recreational cannabis dispensaries and video gaming. The agenda includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and a public forum.

• Update on zoning text amendments for adult-use recreational cannabis dispensaries and video gaming
• Sales tax revenue update: automotive/filling stations rose from $1,454,232 (2019) to $1,590,479 (2020); drinking/eating places fell from $582,067 to $361,735
• Development update on Lincolnwood Town Center and District 1860
• Outdoor dining and advertising program extended through November 2021
• Minutes approval for June 23 and August 25, 2021 meetings

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board meeting scheduled for September 14, 2021, is cancelled. The agenda also notes that meetings are currently held virtually due to the Open Meetings Act, with a possible return to in-person at Village Hall if the governor's disaster declaration is rescinded.

• Meeting cancelled for September 14, 2021
• Virtual meetings due to Section 7(e) of the Open Meetings Act
• Potential in-person meeting at Village Hall, 6900 N. Lincoln Ave.

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss two items: the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development Grant Program and a review of the Boards and Commissions Code. The board will also consider approving minutes from a prior meeting and may enter closed session to discuss employment and filling a public office.

• Discussion of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development Grant Program
• Discussion of Boards and Commissions Code Review
• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting
• Closed session requested for employment matters and filling a public office

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees held a Committee of the Whole meeting on September 9, 2021, where they discussed applying for a state grant of up to $400,000 for a Flowers Park renovation project. They also reviewed general changes to the Village Code regarding boards and commissions, including a new rule allowing removal of Environmental Commission members for missing meetings. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items; the only action was approving the August 17, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes of August 17, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed Open Space Land Acquisition and Development Grant application for Flowers Park (no vote)
• Discussed Board and Commission Code review, including Environmental Commission membership changes (no vote)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss two items: the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant application for Flowers Park, which could provide up to $400,000 in matching funds, and a review of Chapter 3 of the Village Code regarding boards and commissions. The meeting also includes a closed session for employment matters and filling a public office.

• Discussion of OSLAD grant application for Flowers Park (up to $400,000 matching funds)
• Review of Boards and Commissions Code (Chapter 3)
• Closed session for employment matters and filling a public office

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on a consent agenda including a $179,530 design engineering contract and a three-year labor agreement. Regular business includes adopting ordinances for cannabis retailers, a new restaurant with a drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue, and zoning variations. The board will also consider amendments to sales tax sharing and municipal code chapters.

• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for $179,530 design engineering services with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd.
• Ordinance granting special uses and variations for a new restaurant and drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue
• Ordinances amending municipal code to register cannabis retailers and impose a municipal cannabis retailers’ occupation tax
• Resolution approving a three-year collective bargaining agreement with International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 700
• Ordinance granting a variation related to side yard setback for 6721 North LeMai Avenue

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved a series of ordinances to allow and regulate cannabis dispensaries, including zoning changes, a registration ordinance, a 3% retailers' occupation tax, and a $2,000 initial registration fee. The board also approved a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 700, a sales tax sharing amendment, and a zoning variation for a home addition. A proposed Dunkin' Donuts drive-through was tabled to October 5, 2021, and video gaming was not voted on but will be reviewed later.

• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 7 on motor driven scooters and fee resolution (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 700 (unanimous)
• Approved $179,530 design engineering agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with School District 74 for water line removal (unanimous)
• Approved classification and compensation study with GovTemps USA, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved zoning variation for side yard setback at 6721 North LeMai Avenue (unanimous)
• Tabled Dunkin' Donuts drive-through special use to October 5, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved cannabis dispensary zoning ordinance with Alternative 2 (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on ordinances regulating cannabis retailers, including registration and an occupation tax. It will also consider zoning changes for a new restaurant with a drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue and a side yard setback variation at 6721 North LeMai Avenue. Additionally, the board will approve a three-year labor agreement with the Teamsters union and infrastructure engineering contracts.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 9 to require registration of cannabis retailers
• Ordinance imposing a municipal cannabis retailers' occupation tax
• Plan Commission recommendation for a new restaurant use and drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue
• Three-year collective bargaining agreement with International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 700
• Design engineering agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. for $179,530

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine items such as approving minutes and receiving staff reports. The main item is a closed session to discuss conditional offers of employment for police officer candidates, which is a personnel matter.

• Closed session to discuss conditional offers of employment for police officer candidates
• Approval of minutes
• Public comment period

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved conditional job offers to the third and fifth ranked candidates on the Police Officer Eligibility List, and declined a conditional offer to the seventh ranked candidate. All three decisions were made by unanimous roll call votes. The board also approved the minutes from the August 11, 2021 meeting and entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved the Regular Session Minutes of August 11, 2021 by unanimous roll call vote.
• Approved a conditional offer to the third ranked candidate on the Police Officer Eligibility List by unanimous roll call vote.
• Approved a conditional offer to the fifth ranked candidate on the Police Officer Eligibility List by unanimous roll call vote.
• Declined a conditional offer to the seventh ranked candidate on the Police Officer Eligibility List by unanimous roll call vote.
• Entered executive session to discuss employment matters related to personnel, then reconvened.

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a final plat for a four-lot subdivision at Touhy and Lincoln Avenues, a zoning text amendment to allow adult-use cannabis dispensaries and infusers in certain districts, and a continued discussion on limiting floor area ratio for residential development. The commission will also approve minutes from the August 4 meeting and receive updates on prior cases.

• Case #PC-14-21: Request to waive preliminary plat review and approve final plat for four-lot subdivision at 4500-4560 W Touhy Ave & 7350 N Lincoln Ave (District 1860)
• Case #PC-07-21: Zoning text amendment to consider allowing adult-use cannabis dispensaries in B-1, B-2, B-3, O-1, M-B districts along Cicero, Touhy, McCormick, Devon; cannabis infusers in M-B district
• Case #PC-10-21: Continued discussion on amending Sections 4.11 and 4.12 to set maximum Floor Area Ratio for residential development
• Approval of August 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission recommended allowing cannabis dispensaries as a permitted use in certain districts with restrictions, including a 500-foot buffer from all elementary schools and a ban on Devon Ave between Spaulding and Drake, and also recommended allowing cannabis infusers in the M-B District. The commission approved a final plat of subdivision for the District 1860 development at 4500-4560 W Touhy Ave and 7350 N Lincoln Ave, which includes an Amazon Fresh grocery store. A zoning text amendment on maximum floor area ratio for residential development was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 4, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved waiver of Preliminary Plat review for District 1860 subdivision (5-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Subdivision for 4500-4560 W Touhy Ave & 7350 N Lincoln Ave with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended cannabis dispensaries as permitted use with restrictions (3-2)
• Recommended allowing cannabis infusers in M-B District (3-2)
• Continued floor area ratio text amendment to Oct 6, 2021 (4-1)

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will consider a request to waive preliminary plat review and approve a final plat for the District 1860 mixed-use development, which includes an expanded Amazon Fresh grocery store. The commission will also discuss zoning text amendments to allow adult-use cannabis dispensaries and infusers in certain districts, and continue a discussion on floor area ratio limits for residential development.

• Final plat for four-lot subdivision at 4500-4560 W. Touhy Ave & 7350 N. Lincoln Ave, increasing Amazon Fresh lot to 63,199 sq ft
• Waiver of preliminary plat review for District 1860 development
• Zoning text amendment to consider allowing cannabis dispensaries in B-1, B-2, B-3, O-1, M-B districts along Cicero, Touhy, McCormick, Devon
• Zoning text amendment to consider allowing cannabis infusers in M-B district
• Continued discussion on maximum floor area ratio for residential development (Section 4.11 and 4.12)

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for August 26, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for September 30, 2021, at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for September 30, 2021 at 7:00 PM

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss updates on outdoor dining and advertising, sales tax revenue by category, and development progress at Lincolnwood Town Center and District 1860. The agenda also includes approval of the June 23, 2021 meeting minutes and a public forum.

• Update on outdoor dining and outdoor advertising
• Sales tax revenue update by category
• Development update: Lincolnwood Town Center
• Development update: District 1860
• Approval of June 23, 2021 meeting minutes

The Economic Development Commission meeting was called to order with five members present, but Commissioner Berman left at 8:02 a.m. citing COVID-19 concerns, leaving no quorum. No agenda items were discussed. The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 a.m. after staff consulted with the Village Attorney and Assistant Village Manager.

• Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum after Commissioner Berman left

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission is meeting to receive updates on outdoor dining and advertising programs, sales tax revenue by category, and development projects including Lincolnwood Town Center and District 1860. The agenda includes approval of June 23, 2021 minutes and public forum. No formal votes are scheduled; items are informational.

• Outdoor dining and advertising authorization extended through November 2021
• Sales tax revenue: Drinking and Eating Places fell from $582,067 (2019) to $361,735 (2020)
• Automotive/Filling Stations sales tax rose from $1,454,232 (2019) to $1,590,479 (2020)
• Q1 2021 auto sales tax up 46% vs Q1 2019, aided by Porsche renovation and new Zeigler Cadillac
• District 1860: grocer lease signed, hotel delayed, construction expected fall 2021

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss preparations for OakToberfest. The body will review communications, a survey, a setup chart, and a PowerPoint presentation.

• Planning for OakToberfest

The Lincolnwood Environmental Commission approved the July 26, 2021 meeting minutes with two amendments, and discussed planning for the upcoming OakToberfest event, including a proposed poster, RSVP system for oak saplings, and a rain barrel display. No formal decisions were made on OakToberfest details; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved July 26, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)
• Assigned Najia Ahmed as temporary presiding officer (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:22 p.m. (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request to reduce the required side yard setback from eight feet to five feet, nine inches at 6721 North LeMai Avenue. This variation is sought to accommodate an addition to a single-family house that matches the existing setback along the north lot line. The board will also approve minutes from the April 21, 2021 meeting and recognize former commissioner Peter Theodore.

• Case #ZB-04-21: Request by Virgil Tiran to reduce side yard setback at 6721 North LeMai Avenue from 8 feet to 5 feet, 9 inches
• Approval of April 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Recognition of former ZBA Commissioner Peter Theodore

The Lincolnwood Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variation from Section 4.11 of the Zoning Code for 6721 North LeMai Avenue, allowing a side yard setback of 5.77 feet instead of the required 8 feet for a proposed addition. The motion passed 4-0. The item will go to the Village Board on September 9, 2021 for final approval. The board also approved the April 21, 2021 meeting minutes 4-0.

• Approved variation for 6721 N LeMai Ave allowing 5.77' side yard setback (4-0)
• Approved April 21, 2021 ZBA meeting minutes (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request from Virgil Tiran to reduce the required side yard setback at 6721 North LeMai Avenue from eight feet to 5.77 feet. The variation is intended to accommodate a two-story addition, including a new second floor above the garage and an expanded kitchen.

• Case #ZB-04-21: Side yard setback variation for 6721 North LeMai Avenue
• Proposed addition includes a new second floor above the existing garage and a two-story rear addition
• Request seeks to reduce side yard setback from 8 feet to 5.77 feet

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees met on August 17, 2021, and discussed issuing TIF notes to finance a development project, with presentations from financial advisors. The board also reviewed commissions and boards code, and discussed an engineering agreement with Christopher Burke Engineering. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the July 20, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting (6-0)
• Discussed TIF notes issuance for development, no action taken
• Discussed boards and commissions code review, no changes recommended
• Discussed engineering agreement with CBBEL, no formal decision

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will review a presentation regarding the issuance of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) notes scheduled for October 2021. The meeting also includes discussions on reviewing the Boards and Commissions Code and a potential engineering agreement for infrastructure projects.

• Presentation on TIF Notes issuance for District 1860 mixed-use development
• Review of Boards and Commissions Code, including Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals
• Discussion regarding an engineering agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd.
• Closed session to consider selecting a person for public office and setting property sale/lease prices

Village Board

The Village Board is voting on a consent agenda that includes a $505,000 construction contract for the shooting range renovation and the purchase of three trucks totaling approximately $196,000. Regular business includes authorizing development advisory services for the Lincolnwood Town Center and amending municipal code regarding village boards. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of new police officers and the appointment of Environmental Commission members.

• Approval of a construction contract with Construction Inc. of Lombard for the Shooting Range Renovation Project not to exceed $505,000.00
• Approval of a resolution to purchase a 2022 Ford F-550 XL Pick Up Truck for $75,943.00 and a 2022 Freightliner Truck for $89,576.00
• Approval of an ordinance authorizing an agreement with Houseal Lavigne Associates, LLC for Development Advisory Services for the Lincolnwood Town Center
• Consideration of a resolution extending authorization for outdoor dining operations and outdoor advertising during the COVID-19 pandemic
• Continuation of a Zoning Board of Appeals recommendation to approve a variation related to Floor Area Ratio at 6547 North Central Park Avenue

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved a consent agenda including a $505,000 construction contract for the shooting range renovation and a $21,000 contract for construction oversight, both waiving competitive bidding. The board also approved extending outdoor dining and advertising authorizations through November 2021, and approved an ordinance restructuring village boards and commissions, including creating a new Environmental Commission and dissolving the Beautification Commission.

• Approved $505,000 shooting range construction contract with Construction Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $21,000 construction oversight contract with FGM Architects (6-0)
• Approved employee leasing agreement with GovTemps USA, LLC (6-0)
• Approved purchase of three trucks totaling $196,013 (6-0)
• Approved design services agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering (6-0)
• Approved extension of outdoor dining and advertising through November 2021 (6-0)
• Approved $77,000 development advisory services agreement with Houseal Lavigne Associates (6-0)
• Approved ordinance creating Environmental Commission, dissolving Beautification Commission (6-0)

Village Board

The Village Board is deciding on a $505,000 construction contract for the shooting range renovation and advisory services for the Lincolnwood Town Center. The meeting includes the approval of three vehicle purchases totaling approximately $196,000 and the continuation of a zoning variation request. The agenda also covers the extension of outdoor dining operations during the pandemic and the appointment of new Environmental Commission members.

• Resolution authorizing a construction contract with Construction Inc. of Lombard for the Shooting Range Renovation Project not to exceed $505,000.00
• Resolution to purchase a 2022 Ford F-250 XL Pickup Truck for $30,494.00 and a 2022 Ford F-550 XL Pick Up Truck for $75,943.00
• Resolution to purchase a 2022 Freightliner Truck for $89,576.00 through the Sourcewell Purchasing Cooperative
• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding to authorize an agreement with Houseal Lavigne Associates, LLC for Development Advisory Services for the Lincolnwood Town Center
• Continuation to September 9, 2021, of a Zoning Board of Appeals recommendation to grant a Floor Area Ratio variation at 6547 North Central Park Avenue

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will discuss entry-level officer candidate testing and the Certified Entry Program for Police Officers. The meeting also includes a request for a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Discussion regarding Entry Level Officer Candidate Testing
• Discussion regarding Certified Entry Program for Police Officers
• Closed Session requested for Personnel Matters

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners unanimously approved moving forward with a new written exam for entry-level officer candidates on October 16, 2021, and waiving the Power Test card requirement to sit for the exam (though still required for conditional offers). The Board also unanimously approved creating a second hiring list based on a certified entry program for lateral police officer hires. No minutes were approved; the June 21, 2021 minutes were tabled.

• Approved new written exam for entry-level officer candidates on Oct 16, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved waiving Power Test card requirement to sit for exam, but still required for conditional offer (unanimous)
• Approved creating second hiring list via certified entry program for lateral officers (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of June 21, 2021 minutes until next meeting

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board meeting scheduled for August 10, 2021, is cancelled. The agenda provides only this cancellation notice and general information about virtual meeting procedures under the Open Meetings Act.

• August 10, 2021 Parks and Recreation Board meeting cancelled
• Meetings held virtually due to Section 7(e) of the Open Meetings Act
• Possible in-person format at Village Hall, 6900 N. Lincoln Ave., if disaster declaration ends

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a request for special uses and variations to build a Long John Silver's restaurant with a drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue, a zoning text amendment to allow video gaming in certain commercial districts, and a continued text amendment on maximum floor area ratio for residential development. The commission will also discuss updates on previous cases and take public comment.

• Case #PC-12-21: Special uses and 11 variations for a restaurant with drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue, including reduced stacking spaces and parking lot landscaping.
• Case #PC-13-21: Text amendment to permit video gaming as a permitted or special use in B-1, B-2, B-3, and M-B districts.
• Case #PC-10-21: Continued text amendment on maximum floor area ratio for residential development (Sections 4.11 and 4.12).
• Approval of July 7, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Public comment period.

The Plan Commission recommended approval of special uses and variations for converting the vacant Long John Silver's at 3901 West Touhy Avenue into a Dunkin' franchise with a drive-through, subject to conditions including an eight-foot masonry wall along the south lot line and revised egress. The commission also voted 5-1 to recommend that video gaming not be allowed in Lincolnwood. A zoning text amendment on floor area ratio was continued to September 1, 2021.

• Approved recommendation for Dunkin' special uses and variations at 3901 W Touhy (5-1)
• Denied recommendation to allow video gaming in Lincolnwood (5-1)
• Continued floor area ratio text amendment to September 1, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved July 7, 2021 minutes (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on special uses and zoning variations for a new Long John Silvers restaurant with a drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue. The body will also consider zoning code text amendments regarding the permissibility of video gaming businesses and the maximum Floor Area Ratio for residential development. Additionally, the commission will review updates on previous cases and approve the minutes from the July 7, 2021 meeting.

• Case #PC-12-21: Request for special uses and variations for a Long John Silvers drive-through at 3901 West Touhy Avenue.
• Case #PC-13-21: Zoning code text amendment to define video gaming as a permitted or special use in B-1, B-2, B-3, and M-B districts.
• Case #PC-10-21: Zoning code text amendment regarding the maximum permitted Floor Area Ratio for residential development.
• Approval of the July 7, 2021 Plan Commission meeting minutes.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for July 28, 2021, is canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for August 25, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for August 25, 2021 at 8:00 a.m.

Police Pension Board

The Police Pension Board meeting scheduled for July 22, 2021, at 2:00 PM has been canceled because a quorum was not present. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation due to lack of quorum

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a discussion on regulating electric motor scooters. The meeting may be held virtually or in person depending on the status of the governor's disaster declaration. All other agenda items are procedural.

• Discussion on regulating electric motor scooters
• Public comment via email or live oral comments
• Meeting may be virtual or in-person depending on disaster declaration status

The Traffic Commission unanimously approved staff recommendations to regulate electric motor scooters, including amending the code to cover electric motors, setting fines from $50 to $500, and adding parental accountability for minors. The commission also approved the April 22, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, with one abstention). Chair Scott Troiani resigned effective immediately.

• Approved staff recommendation to regulate electric scooters, including code amendment, fine structure ($50-$500), and parental accountability (unanimous)
• Approved April 22, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, Bonner abstained)

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 22, 2021, with the main item being a discussion on regulating electric motor scooters. Staff will present background on state regulations, current village code, and nearby community ordinances, and will seek the commission's recommendations to the Village Board. The meeting may be held virtually or in person depending on the status of the governor's disaster declaration.

• Discussion on regulating electric motor scooters, including possible code amendments and fines
• Staff recommends amending the definition of 'motor-driven scooter' to include electric motors
• Staff recommends fines comparable to surrounding communities ($50 to $500)
• Consideration of parental responsibility for minors violating scooter regulations
• Meeting may be held virtually or in person depending on governor's disaster declaration

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for July 21, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for August 18, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing regarding the annual appropriation ordinance and estimated revenues for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The meeting also includes discussions on cannabis dispensary zoning, water interconnects with Chicago, and an extension of the emergency declaration.

• Public hearing for FY 2021-2022 Annual Appropriation Ordinance
• $203,975.00 contract for sewer televising equipment and a Ram Pro Master van
• $41,434.72 agreement with Aclara Technologies LLC for water meter software
• Zoning ordinance amendment regarding adult-use cannabis dispensaries
• Amendments to the Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance and Nuisance Ordinance

The Village Board approved the annual appropriation ordinance for fiscal year 2021-2022, setting maximum spending at $77.6 million. The board also approved a consent agenda covering 13 items, including sewer equipment purchases, a water meter software agreement, and a grant agreement for coronavirus relief funds. A proposed ordinance to allow adult-use cannabis dispensaries was sent back to the Plan Commission for further deliberation. The board approved amendments to the District 1860 Planned Unit Development to accommodate an Amazon Fresh grocery store and approved disconnecting water interconnects with the City of Chicago.

• Approved FY2021-22 appropriation ordinance totaling $77.6 million (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 13 items, including $203,975 sewer televising equipment and $41,434.72 water meter software agreement (unanimous)
• Sent adult-use cannabis dispensary ordinance back to Plan Commission for overlay district review (unanimous)
• Approved District 1860 PUD amendment and second RDA amendment with Tucker Development for Amazon Fresh grocery store (unanimous)
• Approved zoning amendment removing landscape regulation trigger for interior renovations over 50% (unanimous)
• Approved disconnection of water interconnects with City of Chicago (unanimous)
• Approved naming Finance Director Denise Joseph as Village Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 15, June 23, and July 7 meetings and warrants of $1,549,766.30 (unanimous)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to handle routine business, including swearing in a new trustee and discussing two staff-led items: a review of the boards and commissions code and small wireless facility regulations. The board will also enter closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Swearing in of Trustee Christopher Martel
• Discussion of Boards and Commissions Code Review
• Discussion of Small Wireless Facility regulations
• Closed session for pending litigation per Section 2(c)(11)
• Approval of minutes from June 15 and June 22, 2021 meetings

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees discussed a staff recommendation to codify the Environmental Ad-Hoc Committee into a commission and to combine the Human Relations Commission and Parks and Recreation Board. No final decision was made; the board agreed to consider input from members of both boards before proceeding. The board also discussed small wireless facilities, deciding that the equipment boxes should match the color of the village's light poles.

• Approved minutes of June 15, 2021 and Special Meeting of June 22, 2021 Committee of the Whole meetings.
• Swore in Trustee Christopher Martel.
• Discussed codifying Environmental Ad-Hoc Committee into a commission (no action taken).
• Discussed combining Human Relations Commission and Parks and Recreation Board (no action taken).
• Discussed small wireless facilities and decided equipment boxes should match light pole color.
• Moved into closed session to discuss pending litigation.
• Reconvened and adjourned the meeting.

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting to swear in Trustee Christopher Martel, discuss potential changes to the Village Code for boards and commissions, and review regulations and fees for small wireless facilities in public rights-of-way. The board will also consider approving minutes from two prior meetings and may enter closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Swearing in of Trustee Christopher Martel
• Discussion of Boards and Commissions Code Review (Chapter 3)
• Discussion of Small Wireless Facility regulations and fees
• Approval of minutes from June 15 and June 22, 2021 meetings
• Closed session for pending litigation per Section 2(c)(11)

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing regarding the Annual Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The meeting also includes discussions on cannabis dispensary zoning, water infrastructure, and an extension of the Mayor's emergency declaration.

• Public hearing for FY 2021-2022 Annual Appropriation Ordinance
• Contract with Standard Equipment Company for $203,975.00 for sewer equipment and a van
• Agreement with Aclara Technologies LLC for $41,434.72 for water meter software
• Zoning ordinance discussion regarding adult-use cannabis dispensaries
• Resolution approving license agreements for the Stormwater Street Storage Program

Police Pension Board

The Lincolnwood Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to review investment reports, consider approving retirement benefits for two officers, and discuss a military service purchase. The board will also review the preliminary actuarial valuation and consider renewing an engagement letter with its accountant.

• Investment reports from Wells Fargo/Madison and Graystone Consulting
• Approve regular retirement benefits for Nicholas Irsuto and William Meister
• Contribution refund for Debra LaMantia
• Military service purchase for Brent Disterheft
• Review preliminary actuarial valuation

The Lincolnwood Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees approved regular retirement benefits for Nicholas Irsuto and William Meister, a contribution refund for Debra LaMantia, and disbursements of $161,677.98. The board also accepted investment reports from Madison, Wells Fargo, and Graystone, and engaged Lauterbach & Amen for compliance reports.

• Approved regular retirement benefits for Nicholas Irsuto and William Meister as calculated by L&A.
• Approved Debra LaMantia's contribution refund of $30,355.32 as a direct rollover.
• Approved disbursements totaling $161,677.98 from the Vendor Check Report.
• Accepted the Madison, Wells Fargo, and Graystone investment reports as presented.
• Engaged Lauterbach & Amen for IDOI and Municipal Compliance Reports for $3,050.
• Approved the April 22, 2021 regular meeting minutes as written.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss old and new business. Key items include a report on the Open Space & Land Acquisition Development Grant and approval of the Madraigos Midwest Concert and Family Day. The meeting will be held virtually unless the governor's disaster declaration changes.

• Approval of minutes from June 8, 2021 meeting
• Open Space & Land Acquisition Development Grant Report
• Approval of Madraigos Midwest Concert and Family Day

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board is meeting virtually to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss old and new business. Key new business includes a report on the Open Space & Land Acquisition Development Grant and approval of the Madraigos Midwest Concert and Family Day. The meeting may shift to in-person at Village Hall if the governor's disaster declaration changes.

• Approval of minutes from June 8, 2021 meeting
• Open Space & Land Acquisition Development Grant Report
• Approval of Madraigos Midwest Concert and Family Day
• Virtual meeting due to Open Meetings Act Section 7(e)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board will meet virtually on July 13, 2021, to consider an Open Space & Land Acquisition Development Grant report and approve a concert and family day event. The board will also discuss ongoing COVID-19 mask policies for programs and the potential introduction of food trucks and a farmers market, following community feedback.

• Approval of Madraigos Midwest Concert and Family Day
• Open Space & Land Acquisition Development Grant Report
• Discussion on mask requirements for summer camps and pool
• Food truck and farmers market feasibility discussion
• Public comments on pool time slots and capacity

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission is meeting virtually to consider several zoning text amendments and a major development change. Key items include whether to allow recreational cannabis dispensaries, adjusting floor area ratio limits for residential development, and a proposed amendment to the District 1860 planned unit development that would alter the size and design of a retail building on Touhy Avenue.

• Case #PC-08-21: Text amendment on landscape rules for interior renovations of buildings
• Case #PC-11-21: Amendment to District 1860 PUD — retail building changes from 35,400 sq ft/49 ft tall to 38,015 sq ft/40 ft tall, with parking and material changes
• Case #PC-07-21: Text amendment on permissibility of recreational cannabis businesses
• Case #PC-10-21: Text amendment on maximum floor area ratio for residential development
• Public comments accepted via email or GoTo Meeting

The Plan Commission voted 7-0 to recommend a zoning text amendment allowing recreational cannabis dispensaries in B-1, B-2, B-3, and M-B districts, with a 500-foot buffer from schools. It also voted 7-0 to recommend removing the exterior landscaping trigger for interior renovations over 50% of a building. A motion to approve the District 1860 PUD amendment with staff conditions failed 3-4, but a second motion with modified conditions passed 6-1. The commission also approved the May 5 minutes and continued a floor area ratio discussion to August 4.

• Approved 6-0: May 5, 2021 Plan Commission minutes.
• Approved 7-0: Recommend removing zoning code section 6.11(4) so interior renovations over 50% do not trigger exterior landscaping requirements.
• Failed 3-4: Motion to recommend PUD amendment for District 1860 with staff's five conditions.
• Approved 6-1: Recommend PUD amendment for District 1860 with conditions to seek alternative materials for the west facade and screen transformers.
• Approved 7-0: Recommend text amendment to allow recreational cannabis dispensaries in B-1, B-2, B-3, and M-B districts with a 500-foot school buffer.
• Approved 7-0: Continue discussion on maximum floor area ratio for residential development to August 4, 2021.

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold public hearings on four zoning matters: a text amendment on landscape rules for interior renovations, an amendment to the District 1860 Planned Unit Development at 4500-4560 West Touhy Avenue and 7350 North Lincoln Avenue, a text amendment on recreational cannabis businesses, and a text amendment on maximum floor area ratio for residential development. The meeting will be held virtually unless the governor's disaster declaration is rescinded.

• Case #PC-08-21: Text amendment on landscape regulations for interior renovations
• Case #PC-11-21: Amendment to PUD for District 1860, changing retail building from 35,400 sq ft/49 ft tall to 38,015 sq ft/40 ft tall
• Case #PC-07-21: Text amendment on permissibility of recreational cannabis businesses
• Case #PC-10-21: Text amendment on maximum floor area ratio for residential development

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a special meeting to approve warrants totaling $217,685.66, issue a Class S-E liquor license for the 2021 Lincolnwood Fest, designate signatories for village bank accounts, and consider a design services agreement for tennis court renovations at Flowers Park.

• Approval of warrants totaling $217,685.66 for July 7, 2021
• Issue Class S-E liquor license to Friends of Lincolnwood 2015, Inc. for 2021 Lincolnwood Fest
• Resolution designating authorized signatories on village accounts at Republic Bank of Chicago
• Resolution approving agreement with Upland Design for tennis court renovation design at Flowers Park

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a special virtual meeting to handle routine approvals, including warrants, a liquor license for the 2021 Lincolnwood Fest, and authorized bank signatories. The main business item is a resolution to approve a design services agreement with Upland Design for renovating the tennis courts at Flowers Park.

• Approval of warrants for July 7, 2021
• Request to issue a Class S-E liquor license to Friends of Lincolnwood 2015, Inc. for the 2021 Lincolnwood Fest
• Resolution designating authorized signatories on Village accounts at Republic Bank of Chicago
• Resolution approving an agreement with Upland Design for tennis court renovation design at Flowers Park

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved a resolution to hire Upland Design for design services for the renovation of the tennis courts at Flowers Park, a step toward applying for a matching grant of up to $400,000. The board also approved warrants totaling $217,685.66 and a consent agenda that included a liquor license for the 2021 Lincolnwood Fest and a resolution designating authorized signatories on village accounts. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved warrants totaling $217,685.66 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Class S-E liquor license for Friends of Lincolnwood 2015, Inc. and signatory resolution (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Upland Design services for Flowers Park tennis court renovation (5-0)

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for June 24, 2021, at 7:00 PM has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for July 22, 2021, at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for July 22, 2021 at 7:00 PM

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission is meeting virtually to discuss zoning fundamentals and receive updates on major properties, including Lincolnwood Town Center and District 1860. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a new business license report. Public comments can be submitted by email.

• Zoning 101 presentation
• Update on Lincolnwood Town Center
• Update on District 1860
• New Business License Report
• Approval of April 28, 2021 meeting minutes

The Economic Development Commission approved the April 28, 2021 meeting minutes by a 7-0 vote. Staff provided a zoning overview and updates on the Lincolnwood Town Center (owner filed for bankruptcy, no immediate impact) and District 1860 (grocer signed lease, hotel delayed, construction expected fall 2021). No other business or public comments were discussed.

• Approved April 28, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0).
• Heard zoning overview and discussed effects on property owners.
• Received update on Lincolnwood Town Center: Washington Prime filed for bankruptcy, no immediate impact.
• Received update on District 1860: grocer signed lease, hotel delayed, construction expected fall 2021.
• No other business discussed.
• No public comments.

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss zoning regulations as they relate to economic development, receive updates on major properties including Lincolnwood Town Center and District 1860, and review a new business license report. The agenda also includes approval of the April 28, 2021 meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Introductory discussion of zoning regulations, including district maps, permitted uses, and development standards
• Update on Lincolnwood Town Center and District 1860 projects
• New Business License Report
• Approval of minutes from April 28, 2021 EDC meeting

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a special virtual meeting to consider a nomination to fill a trustee vacancy. The agenda also includes board and commission reports and a public comment period. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Nomination to fill trustee vacancy
• Board and commission reports
• Public comment via email or GoToMeeting
• Virtual meeting with limited in-person attendance at Village Hall

The Lincolnwood Village Board unanimously approved President Patel's nomination of Christopher Martel to fill the trustee vacancy. Martel will be sworn in at the July 20, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting. The board also concurred with the president's removal of Sheryl Rae Ghezzi from the Human Relations Commission, effective June 17, 2021.

• Approved appointment of Christopher Martel to fill trustee vacancy (5-0)
• Concurred with removal of Sheryl Rae Ghezzi from Human Relations Commission

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a special Committee of the Whole meeting, primarily to enter a closed session to discuss selecting a person to fill a public office vacancy. The meeting will be held virtually with limited in-person attendance at Village Hall. Public comment is scheduled before the closed session.

• Closed session requested to discuss selection to fill a public office per Section 2(c)(3) of the Open Meetings Act
• Public comment period scheduled before closed session
• Meeting held via GoToMeeting and live-streamed on village website
• In-person attendance at Village Hall limited by room capacity and social distancing

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees held a special Committee of the Whole meeting on June 22, 2021, and voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss the selection of a person to fill a public office. No public comments were made, and no other business was conducted. The board reconvened and adjourned without taking any public action.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss selection of a person to fill public office (unanimous).
• Approved motion to adjourn closed session and return to open meeting (unanimous).
• Approved motion to adjourn the Committee of the Whole meeting (unanimous).

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a closed session to discuss personnel matters, specifically reviewing and approving a sergeant's promotional eligibility list. The meeting may be held virtually or in person depending on the governor's disaster declaration status.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters per Section 2(c)(1)
• Review and approval of Sergeant's Promotional Eligibility List
• Public comments accepted via email or live oral comments
• Meeting may be virtual or in-person at Village Hall, 6900 N. Lincoln Avenue

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved the minutes from May 13 and June 7, 2021, and entered executive session to discuss personnel matters. In new business, the board unanimously approved the sergeant's eligibility list and authorized selecting the top candidate when appropriate. The meeting adjourned at 5:22 p.m.

• Approved minutes of May 13 and June 7, 2021 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for personnel matters (unanimous)
• Approved sergeant's list (unanimous)
• Approved selecting top candidate from list when appropriate (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Zoning Board of Appeals has canceled its June 16, 2021 meeting due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for July 21, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss two regulatory topics: zoning regulations related to front yard obstructions and regulations concerning hen coops. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and may enter closed session for employment and appointment matters.

• Discussion of zoning regulations for front yard obstructions
• Discussion of hen coop regulations
• Approval of minutes from June 1, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting
• Closed session requested for closed session minutes, employment matters, and selection of a person to fill a public office

The Lincolnwood Village Board held a Committee of the Whole meeting on June 15, 2021, discussing two topics: zoning regulations for front-yard obstructions (like lamp posts, masonry columns, sculptures, mailboxes) and whether to allow hen coops. No formal decisions or votes were taken on either item; the board only provided feedback and asked for further research. The meeting adjourned to closed session and reconvened without further action.

• Approved minutes of June 1, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting (5-0)
• Discussed zoning regulations for front-yard obstructions; no action taken
• Discussed hen coop regulations; no action taken
• Moved to closed session to discuss closed session minutes and public office selection (5-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine purchases and approvals, including new police Tasers and patrol vehicles. The board will also hear an update on the District 1860 development project and consider allowing landscape planters in a public right-of-way.

• Purchase of 12 Axon X2 Tasers, 33 magazines and 6 holsters for $23,240.25
• Purchase of two 2021 Ford Police Utility Interceptors for $73,492.00
• Ordinance amending village code on reverse-slope garages
• License agreement for landscape planters at 7225 North Kostner Avenue
• Ordinance regarding delivery and carry-out of mixed drinks and wine

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved the consent agenda, including purchases of police equipment and vehicles, and approved an ordinance allowing delivery and carry-out of mixed drinks and wine. The board denied a request for landscape planters in the public right-of-way at 7225 North Kostner Avenue. The board also approved minutes and warrants, and heard an update on the District 1860 project.

• Approved minutes of May 19 and June 1, 2021 meetings
• Approved warrants totaling $593,360.59
• Approved consent agenda including purchase of 12 Tasers and accessories for $23,240.25, two Ford Police Interceptors for $73,492.00, and other items
• Denied request for planters in public right-of-way at 7225 North Kostner Avenue
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 10 to allow delivery and carry-out of mixed drinks and wine
• Moved to closed session to discuss closed session minutes and employment matters

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes purchasing police equipment and vehicles, and amending the village code on reverse-slope garages. Regular business includes an update on the District 1860 project, a license agreement for planters, and an ordinance on mixed drink delivery. The meeting may be held virtually or in person depending on the governor's disaster declaration.

• Purchase of 12 Taser X2 weapons, 33 magazines, and 6 holsters from Axon Enterprise for $23,240.25
• Purchase of two 2021 Ford Police Utility Interceptor vehicles from Currie Motors for $73,492.00
• Ordinance amending village code on reverse-slope garages
• License agreement for landscape planters in public right-of-way at 7225 North Kostner Avenue
• Ordinance amending Chapter 10 regarding delivery and carry out of mixed drinks and wine

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board will hear reports on winter/spring 2021 program revenues and expenses, and discuss the possibility of hosting a food truck event or farmers market, including relevant village code. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Winter/Spring 2021 program report: youth programs net $17,849.79, racquet sports net $1,436.60, adult programs net -$1,399.00
• Discussion of food truck/farmers market, referencing Village Code Chapter 9, Article 5 (food vending vehicles)
• Approval of minutes from April 11, 2021 board meeting
• Audience participation and public comments

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Lincolnwood Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a regular meeting, likely virtually, to handle routine items like minutes and staff reports. The main action is a closed session to discuss personnel matters, specifically considering a final offer of employment for a police officer candidate. Public comments are accepted via email or live virtual participation.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters per Section 2(c)(1)
• Consideration of a final offer of employment for a police officer candidate
• Public comments accepted via email to jparrott@lwd.org or live via GoToMeeting

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met and took two substantive actions: they tabled the approval of the May 13, 2021 minutes, and they unanimously approved a final offer of employment for a Police Officer position. The meeting also included a closed session to discuss personnel matters, but no other decisions were made.

• Tabled approval of May 13, 2021 Regular Session Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved final offer of employment for Police Officer (unanimous roll call vote)

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission meeting scheduled for June 2, 2021, is canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is set for July 7, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers Room of Village Hall.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for July 7, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss three main items: the Beautification Commission's biennial report, a potential revisit of allowing cannabis dispensaries and video gaming as revenue sources, and a review of the Village's boards and commissions as part of a Municipal Code update. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from previous meetings and a closed session for collective bargaining.

• Discussion on allowing cannabis dispensaries and video gaming as revenue sources
• Review of boards and commissions as part of Municipal Code update
• Biennial report from Beautification Commission
• Closed session for collective bargaining
• Approval of minutes from May 4 and May 19 meetings

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will vote on issuing up to $11.5 million in general obligation bonds, approve a $2.16 million contract for the Street Storage Stage II project, and consider several zoning code amendments. The meeting also includes a public forum and a closed session for collective bargaining.

• Resolution approving $2,159,605 contract with MQ Construction for Stage II construction
• Ordinance waiving bidding and authorizing $195,166 agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for construction oversight
• Ordinance granting special use for a distribution center at 7080 North McCormick Boulevard
• Ordinance authorizing issuance of up to $11,500,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021A
• Zoning code amendments on minor variations, side setbacks, and reverse-slope garages

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved an ordinance authorizing up to $11.5 million in general obligation bonds for the infrastructure plan, with competitive bids to be collected on July 20. The board also approved a consent agenda including a $2.16 million construction contract for the Street Storage Stage II project and a special use permit for a distribution center. Several zoning code amendments were passed, including one to regulate reverse-slope garages. The emergency declaration was extended to July 20.

• Approved $11.5M general obligation bond ordinance (4-0, Halevi abstained)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,159,605 contract with MQ Construction for Stage II construction
• Approved special use for distribution center at 7080 N. McCormick Blvd
• Approved zoning amendment on minor variations (4-0)
• Approved zoning amendment clarifying side setbacks (4-0)
• Approved ordinance regulating reverse-slope garages (4-0)
• Extended emergency declaration to July 20 (4-0)
• Tabled approval of May 19 minutes (5-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will vote on issuing up to $11.5 million in general obligation bonds, approve a $2.16 million construction contract for the Street Storage Stage II project, and consider several zoning code amendments. The meeting also includes appointments, a special use for a distribution center, and an extension of the emergency declaration.

• Ordinance to issue up to $11,500,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021A
• Resolution approving $2,159,605 contract with MQ Construction for Street Storage Stage II
• Ordinance waiving bidding and authorizing $195,166 agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for construction oversight
• Special use for distribution center at 7080 North McCormick Boulevard
• Zoning amendments: minor variations, side setbacks, reverse-slope garages

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will hold a virtual meeting to discuss several items, including the Beautification Commission's biennial report, a discussion on cannabis dispensaries and video gaming, and a discussion on boards and commissions. The board will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings and may enter a closed session for collective bargaining.

• Biennial Report of the Beautification Commission
• Discussion on Cannabis Dispensary and Video Gaming
• Discussion on Boards and Commissions
• Approval of minutes from May 4 and May 19, 2021 meetings
• Closed session for collective bargaining

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for May 27, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2021, at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for June 24, 2021 at 7:00 PM

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for May 26, 2021, is canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for June 23, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for June 23, 2021 at 8:00 a.m.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The May 20, 2021 meeting of the Lincolnwood Zoning Board of Appeals was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for June 16, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss regular business items. They will hear presentations on bonds and the police pension, and discuss floor area ratio and development regulations. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.

• Bond presentation by Piper Sandler
• Police pension presentation by Lauterbach and Amen
• Discussion on floor area ratio and development regulations

The Lincolnwood Village Board tabled approval of the May 4, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes pending a correction. They heard presentations on 2021 General Obligation Bonds and the Police Pension Fund, and discussed whether to keep Floor Area Ratio (FAR) regulations for single-family homes. No formal votes were taken on the substantive items; the board directed staff to bring the FAR topic back for further discussion.

• Tabled approval of May 4, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes (5-0)
• Discussed 2021 GO Bond options; board concurred with staff's recommendation for level debt (no formal vote)
• Discussed refinancing IEPA Loan; board expressed interest (no formal vote)
• Discussed Police Pension Fund contribution and funding; no action taken
• Discussed FAR regulations; board concurred to remand to Plan Commission for east Lincolnwood (no formal vote)

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will review a presentation regarding upcoming bonds for water, road, and stormwater projects. The meeting also includes an update on the Police Pension Fund and a discussion on residential development regulations.

• Presentation on $8.7 million in anticipated 2021 bonds for water, roads, and stormwater
• Review of the Police Pension Fund actuarial valuation by Lauterbach & Amen
• Discussion regarding Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and residential development regulations
• Update on potential refinancing of the 2008 IEPA loan

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will hold a regular meeting on May 19, 2021, to consider several items, including a special use for a distribution center, a zoning variation, and an ordinance on motor fuel tax funds. The board will also vote on consent agenda items, including a bus services contract extension and a 180-day extension for special use approvals. Public comment is invited via email or in person.

• Special use for distribution center at 7080 N McCormick Blvd
• Zoning variation for floor area ratio at 6547 N Central Park Ave
• Ordinance amending motor fuel tax fund use
• 180-day extension of special use and variation approvals at 6734 N Lincoln Ave
• Employee leasing agreement with GovTemps USA for interim Parks and Recreation Director

Village Board

The Village Board will review several ordinances, including a special use request for a distribution center and a variation regarding floor area ratio. The meeting also includes the swearing in of Deputy Chief Travis Raypole and an extension of a previous emergency declaration.

• Special use request for a distribution center at 7080 North McCormick Boulevard
• Variation related to Floor Area Ratio at 6547 North Central Park Avenue
• Amendment to Municipal Code regarding the use of Motor Fuel Tax funds
• Sixth Amendment to contract for Parks and Recreation bus services with Alltown Bus Service, Inc.
• Extension of the Emergency Declaration entered by Mayor Patel on May 4, 2021

The Lincolnwood Village Board voted to continue a floor area ratio variance request for 6547 N Central Park Ave to the June 1 meeting, after trustees expressed concerns about the lack of documented hardship. The board also approved a special use for a distribution center at 7080 N McCormick Blvd, adding conditions for on-site traffic control and an end date of September 30, 2021. Other actions included approving the consent agenda, an ordinance amending motor fuel tax fund use, and extending the emergency declaration to June 1, 2021.

• Continued FAR variance at 6547 N Central Park Ave to June 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved special use for distribution center at 7080 N McCormick Blvd with conditions (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bus service contract amendment, 180-day extension, and two waivers (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending motor fuel tax fund use (5-0)
• Extended emergency declaration to June 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $1,057,540.57 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 4, 2021 (5-0)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Lincolnwood Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a closed session to discuss personnel matters, specifically a conditional offer of employment for a police officer candidate. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment. Prior meetings show the board has been handling police officer hiring and testing processes.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters per Section 2(c)(1)
• Consideration of a conditional offer of employment for a police officer candidate
• Public comments accepted via email or in person at Village Hall

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Lincolnwood Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a closed session to discuss personnel matters, specifically a conditional offer of employment for a police officer candidate. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including call to order, minutes approval, staff report, and public comment.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters per Section 2(c)(1)
• Consideration of a conditional offer of employment for a police officer candidate
• Public comments accepted via email or in-person at Village Hall

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners approved a conditional offer of employment for a Police Officer position, with unanimous roll call votes. The board also tabled approval of minutes from three prior meetings and entered closed session to discuss personnel matters. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved conditional offer of employment for Police Officer (unanimous)
• Tabled Regular Session Minutes of Jan 26, Feb 10, Feb 19, 2021 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for personnel discussion (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board will discuss the Sixth Amendment to the bus services contract with Alltown Bus Services, Inc. and receive a message of gratitude from the Director. The agenda also includes approval of the April 13, 2021 minutes, public comment, and reports from the chairperson, commissioners, director, and staff.

• Discussion of Sixth Amendment to the Bus Services Contract with Alltown Bus Services, Inc.
• Message of Gratitude from the Director of Parks and Recreation
• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2021 meeting
• Public comment period for emails and live oral comments

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board is meeting virtually and in person to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss a proposed sixth amendment to the bus services contract. The agenda also includes a message of gratitude from the parks director and routine reports from the chair, commissioners, director, and staff.

• Discussion of Sixth Amendment to the Bus Services Contract
• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2021 meeting
• Public comment via email or in person at Village Hall
• Message of gratitude from Director of Parks and Recreation

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning code text amendments referred by the Village Board: one to revise minor variation approval provisions, one to clarify residential setback standards, and one to potentially restrict reverse slope garages. The commission will also discuss an update on landscape regulations, which staff requests to continue to the next meeting.

• Case #PC-04-21: Text amendment to Section 5.14 on Minor Variations, including possible limits on staff approval authority
• Case #PC-05-21: Text amendment to clarify minimum interior side setback standards in Sections 4.11 and 4.12
• Case #PC-06-21: Text amendment to restrict or prohibit reverse slope (tuck-under) garages for residential development
• Discussion: Update on landscape regulations (requested to be continued to June 2, 2021)
• Public comment accepted in person, via email, or through GoTo Meeting

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold a virtual meeting on May 5, 2021, to consider three zoning code text amendments referred by the Village Board. These amendments address minor variations, residential setback standards, and restrictions on reverse slope garages. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a discussion on landscape regulations, which is continued to June 2.

• Case #PC-04-21: Text amendment to Section 5.14 on minor variations and staff authority
• Case #PC-05-21: Clarification of standards in Sections 4.11 and 4.12 on interior side setbacks
• Case #PC-06-21: Potential restriction or prohibition of reverse slope (tuck under) garages
• Approval of April 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Landscape regulations discussion continued to June 2, 2021

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission convened on May 5, 2021, and held public hearings on three proposed Zoning Code text amendments referred by the Village Board: minor variation provisions (Case #PC-04-21), clarification of interior side setback standards (Case #PC-05-21), and potential restrictions on reverse-slope garages (Case #PC-06-21). No votes were taken on these items during this meeting. The Commission also continued a discussion on landscape regulations to the June 2, 2021 meeting, as requested by staff.

• Continued landscape regulations discussion to June 2, 2021 meeting
• Held public hearing on minor variation text amendment (Case #PC-04-21) - no action
• Held public hearing on interior side setback clarification (Case #PC-05-21) - no action
• Held public hearing on reverse-slope garage restrictions (Case #PC-06-21) - no action

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is holding a virtual meeting with limited in-person attendance. The agenda is mostly procedural, including approval of minutes and a closed session to discuss employment matters. No regular business items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting
• Closed session to discuss employment matters per Section 2(c)(1)

The Lincolnwood Village Board met as a Committee of the Whole and approved the minutes from the April 20, 2021 meeting. No regular business or public comments were conducted. The board then moved into closed session to discuss personnel, reconvened, and adjourned.

• Approved April 20, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes (6-0)
• Moved into closed session for personnel discussion (6-0)
• Adjourned closed session and reconvened (6-0)

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole discussed potential guidelines for allowing hens in the Village and reviewed plans for repaving Arthur Avenue. The Board also reviewed a new digital story map for the Northeast Industrial District TIF and explored formalizing a parking fee policy.

• Presentation of the Story Map for the Northeast Industrial District TIF
• Discussion of the Arthur Avenue Repaving project design and bids
• Proposal to formalize a Fee In-Lieu of Parking Policy
• Discussion regarding the allowance of backyard chickens and hens
• Request for further investigation into chicken ownership regulations

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will vote on contracts for the Municipal Campus Parking Lot Resurfacing Project, including a $181,006.50 agreement with Chicagoland Paving Contractors Inc. and a $24,676 construction oversight contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. The meeting also includes recognition of outgoing officials and the installation of newly elected officials, followed by a second meeting to consider a new Village Manager employment agreement and an emergency declaration extension.

• Resolution authorizing agreement with Chicagoland Paving Contractors Inc. for $181,006.50
• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. oversight services up to $24,676
• Proclamations for outgoing Trustees Georjean Hlepas Nickell, Ronald Cope, and President Barry Bass
• Installation of new Village President Jesal Patel and Trustees Jean Ikezoe-Halevi, Grace Diaz Herrera, Mohammed Saleem
• Motion to draft new Village Manager employment agreement for Anne Marie Gaura

The outgoing board approved a $181,006.50 contract with Chicagoland Paving Contractors Inc. for the municipal campus parking lot resurfacing and waived bidding to award construction oversight to Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. (up to $24,676). Newly elected officials, including Mayor Jesal Patel, were sworn in, and the new board directed the village attorney to draft a new employment agreement for Village Manager Anne Marie Gaura and extended the emergency declaration.

• Approved $181,006.50 parking lot resurfacing contract with Chicagoland Paving Contractors Inc. (6-0)
• Waived competitive bidding and awarded up to $24,676 construction oversight contract to Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. (6-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $506,030.24 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of April 20, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Directed village attorney to draft new employment agreement for Village Manager Anne Marie Gaura and continue her services (5-0)
• Extended emergency declaration to next regular board meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned outgoing board sine die (6-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a regular meeting with two sessions: the first to approve warrants, minutes, and a municipal campus parking lot resurfacing contract, and the second to consider a new Village Manager employment agreement and extend an emergency declaration. The meeting also includes proclamations honoring outgoing board members and the installation of newly elected officials.

• Approval of $181,006.50 contract with Chicagoland Paving Contractors Inc. for parking lot resurfacing
• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for construction oversight services with Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. up to $24,676
• Consideration of a new Village Manager employment agreement for Anne Marie Gaura
• Extension of the emergency declaration entered by Mayor Patel on May 4, 2021
• Proclamations for outgoing trustees and village president

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission is meeting virtually to discuss several economic development items, including a local development incentives policy regarding Cook County property tax abatement requests, a story map for the Northeast Industrial District TIF, and a follow-up on the biennial report. The commission will also review a new business license report and hear public comments.

• Discussion of Local Development Incentives Policy for Cook County Property Tax Abatement Requests
• Northeast Industrial District TIF Story Map
• Biennial Report Follow-up Discussion
• New Business License Report

The Economic Development Commission discussed a potential local development incentives policy for Cook County property tax abatement requests, with consensus to include a 'but for' clause. They also reviewed a new interactive TIF Story Map for the Northeast Industrial District and received an update on the District 1860 project. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved February 24, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Discussed potential incentive policy, consensus to include 'but for' clause
• Reviewed Northeast Industrial District TIF Story Map
• Heard update on District 1860 project, construction expected this summer

Economic Development Commission

The Commission is reviewing local development incentive policies regarding Cook County property tax abatement requests. Members are also reviewing a new interactive digital 'Story Map' for the Northeast Industrial District TIF.

• Discussion of Cook County Property Tax Incentive Classes 6(b), 7(a), 7(b), and 7(c)
• Demonstration of the Northeast Industrial District TIF Story Map
• Review of the Economic Development Commission Biennial Report
• New Business License Report covering February 19 to April 22, 2021

Police Pension Board

The Lincolnwood Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review investment reports from Wells Fargo/Madison and Graystone Consulting, discuss potential securities transactions, and consider updates to the investment policy. The board will also certify election results for the active member position, hold officer elections, and review fiduciary liability insurance renewal and an engagement letter from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP.

• Quarterly investment reviews and strategy discussions with Wells Fargo/Madison and Graystone Consulting
• Potential sale/purchase of securities and review/update of investment policy
• Application for membership by Jack Gutekanst
• Certify board election results for active member position and hold officer elections
• Review/approve fiduciary liability insurance renewal and Lauterbach & Amen engagement letter

The Lincolnwood Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees met via videoconference and approved several financial and administrative items. The board amended its Investment Policy to raise the Equities asset allocation target from 50% to 60%, with a minimum of 15% and a maximum of 65%. It also accepted investment reports from Madison Investments, Wells Fargo, and Graystone Consulting, and approved disbursements totaling $278,506.63.

• Amended Investment Policy Equities asset allocation target to 60% (5-0)
• Accepted Madison Investments and Wells Fargo investment reports (5-0)
• Accepted Graystone Consulting investment report (4-0, Bartholomew absent)
• Approved vendor check disbursements of $278,506.63 (4-0, Bartholomew absent)
• Approved IDOI compliance fee payment up to $8,000 (4-0, Bartholomew absent)
• Accepted Jack Gutekanst into pension fund as Tier II participant (4-0, Bartholomew absent)
• Certified Eric Gronlund's election to active member position (4-0, Bartholomew absent)
• Approved fiduciary liability insurance renewal of $4,879.00 (4-0, Bartholomew absent)

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission is holding a regular meeting on April 22, 2021. The main item of new business is a discussion of the Devon Avenue median at Ridgeway. The meeting will also include a report from the chair, approval of minutes, and a public forum.

• Devon Avenue Median at Ridgeway
• Public comment via email or live oral comments
• Virtual meeting with in-person option at Village Hall
• Report by Chair Scott Troiani
• Approval of minutes

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission approved the December 17, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0) and unanimously agreed to have staff present two median improvement options for the Devon Avenue at Ridgeway intersection to IDOT for potential inclusion in a resurfacing project. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved December 17, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Unanimously agreed to present two median options at Devon/Ridgeway to IDOT

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission will discuss a proposed modification to the raised median on Devon Avenue at Ridgeway Avenue to improve turning for trucks. The agenda includes a presentation on the geometry, construction costs, and coordination with IDOT and CDOT. The Commission may make recommendations to the Village Board.

• Discussion of Devon Avenue median at Ridgeway to accommodate truck traffic
• Proposed geometry changes to median, with two options (Exhibit 1 and Exhibit 2)
• Construction costs to be discussed, with potential funding from Village Board
• Coordination with IDOT and CDOT for permitting and approval
• Timeline: MWRD sludge line construction (Fall 2021), IDOT resurfacing (Summer 2022), streetscape (2023-2024)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting virtually to consider one variance request for a single-family home addition. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and take public comments.

• Case #ZB-03-21: 6547 North Central Park Avenue – variance for 5,771 sq ft total floor area, 622 sq ft over permitted limit
• Public comments accepted via email or GoTo Meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for May 20, 2021

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a floor area variation for a single-family home at 6547 North Central Park Avenue, allowing a second-story addition to the garage and connecting it to the main house. The recommendation includes two conditions: a foundation assessment before a building permit is issued, and the attic must remain unfinished and non-livable. The final decision will be made by the Village Board on May 19, 2021.

• Approved motion recommending approval of Case #ZB-03-21 variance for 6547 N Central Park Ave (5-0)
• Condition 1: Foundation must be assessed and documented as adequate before building permit issued
• Condition 2: Attic must remain unfinished and not used as livable space
• Approved March 17, 2021 ZBA meeting minutes (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is reviewing a request to allow a second-story addition at 6547 North Central Park Avenue. The variation would permit a total floor area of 5,771 square feet, which is 622 square feet above the permitted limit.

• Case #ZB-03-21: Variation for 6547 North Central Park Avenue to allow for increased floor area
• Approval of March 17, 2021 meeting minutes

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will review a new interactive Story Map for the Northeast Industrial District TIF. The meeting also includes discussions on paving Arthur Avenue and potential changes to backyard chicken and parking policies.

• Presentation of the Northeast Industrial District TIF Story Map
• Discussion regarding Arthur Avenue resurfacing between Hamlin Avenue and the UP Bike Path
• Discussion concerning a fee in-lieu of parking policy
• Discussion regarding allowing backyard chickens/hens

Village Board

The Village Board is considering several items including the adoption of the 2021-2022 operating budget and annual fees. The agenda also includes a large construction contract for the 2021 Infrastructure Improvement Program and a special use request for a distribution center.

• Construction contract with Arrow Road Construction Company for $4,977,115
• Special Use ordinance for a distribution center at 7080 North McCormick Boulevard
• Engineering services agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd. for $59,999
• Construction oversight contract with Baxter and Woodman, Inc. for $339,812
• Request for $2,950,000 in State of Illinois Motor Fuel Tax funds

The Village Board approved the FY2022 operating budget of about $71.1 million, a 2% packaged liquor tax, and an increase in the food and beverage tax from 1% to 2%. The board also approved the 2021 infrastructure program, including a $4.98 million road construction contract, and tabled a special use for a distribution center until May.

• Approved FY2022 operating budget of ~$71.1M (5-0)
• Approved 2% packaged liquor tax (4-1, Nickell dissenting)
• Approved food and beverage tax increase from 1% to 2% (5-1, Klatzco abstaining)
• Approved $4,977,115 road construction contract with Arrow Road Construction (5-0)
• Approved $339,812 construction oversight contract with Baxter and Woodman (5-0)
• Approved $2,950,000 Motor Fuel Tax fund request (5-0)
• Tabled special use for distribution center at 7080 N. McCormick Blvd until May (5-0)
• Approved Lincolnwood Fest 2021 business license fee waiver (5-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will consider adopting the FY2021-22 operating budget, setting annual fees, and approving a $4.98 million infrastructure contract for road improvements. They will also vote on a new packaged liquor tax, amendments to the food and beverage tax, and a special use permit for a distribution center at 7080 N. McCormick Blvd. The agenda includes several routine consent items, such as outdoor dining regulations and a $59,999 engineering contract for bike lane improvements on Pratt Avenue.

• Resolution adopting FY2021-22 operating budget (May 1, 2021 - April 30, 2022)
• Construction contract with Arrow Road Construction Co. for $4,977,115 (2021 Infrastructure Improvement Program)
• Ordinance authorizing a packaged liquor tax
• Special use permit for a distribution center at 7080 N. McCormick Blvd
• Consultant agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for $59,999 (Pratt Ave bike lanes)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees held a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss several items, including a repaving project for Arthur Avenue, a potential fee-in-lieu-of-parking policy, and whether to allow backyard hens. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items, but the board agreed to further investigate the parking and chicken issues. The meeting also included a presentation on a new Story Map for the Northeast Industrial District TIF.

• Arthur Avenue repaving project between Hamlin Avenue and the Pacific and Union Bike Path, with bids received
• Discussion on formalizing a fee-in-lieu-of-parking policy for new developments
• Discussion on allowing backyard hens, with resident comments and trustee concerns
• Presentation of Story Map for Northeast Industrial District TIF
• Approval of April 7, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board is holding a virtual meeting with in-person viewing at Village Hall. The agenda includes approval of March minutes, public comment, and discussion of Lincolnwood Fest 2021 and Memorial Day activities. No votes or decisions are listed beyond routine items.

• Discussion of Lincolnwood Fest 2021
• Memorial Day activity update
• Approval of March 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment via email or in-person at Village Hall

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss and potentially recommend approval of a park permit for Lincolnwood Fest 2021 in Proesel Park, along with an ordinance waiving business license fees and certain park code restrictions. The board will also receive updates on the Memorial Day activity and other park business.

• Lincolnwood Fest 2021: July 22-25, Proesel Park, carnival, food, business expo
• Ordinance to waive business license fees for vendors and allow bingo
• Ordinance to extend Proesel Park hours to 11:30pm during festival
• Discussion on Lincolnwood Fest 2021 Memorial Day activity
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2021 meeting

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Agudath Israel of Illinois, on behalf of property owner New Lincoln LLC, for a special use permit to operate a distribution center at 7080 North McCormick Boulevard. The commission will also discuss a conceptual development plan for the Northeast Industrial District TIF and an update on landscape regulations, though staff has requested the latter be continued to the May 5 meeting. Public comments can be submitted in writing or made in person or remotely.

• Special use request for distribution center at 7080 N. McCormick Blvd.
• Discussion of Northeast Industrial District TIF conceptual development plan
• Landscape regulations update requested to be continued to May 5 meeting
• Public comment options: in-person, email, or remote via GoTo Meeting

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission recommended approval of a special use permit for a distribution center at 7080 North McCormick Boulevard, operated by Agudath Israel of Illinois on behalf of New Lincoln LLC. The recommendation will be heard by the Village Board on April 20, 2021. The commission also approved the January 7, 2021 minutes and continued a landscape regulations discussion to May 5, 2021.

• Recommended approval of special use for distribution center at 7080 N McCormick Blvd (7-0)
• Approved January 7, 2021 Plan Commission minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Continued landscape regulations discussion to May 5, 2021 (6-0, 1 abstention)

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Agudath Israel of Illinois, on behalf of New Lincoln LLC, for a special use permit to operate a distribution center at 7080 North McCormick Boulevard. The commission will also discuss the Northeast Industrial District TIF conceptual development plan and an update on landscape regulations, which staff has requested to continue to the May 5 meeting. The agenda includes approval of the January 7, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Special use request for distribution center at 7080 N. McCormick Blvd. (Case #PC-03-21)
• Discussion of Northeast Industrial District TIF conceptual development plan
• Landscape regulations update continued to May 5, 2021
• Approval of January 7, 2021 meeting minutes

Village Board

The Village Board held a virtual Committee of the Whole meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss two main items. The first item is the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget, presented by Robert Merkel. The second item is a requested zoning text amendment to allow community centers in the O Office District, Auto Use Overlay Zone, presented by Doug Hammel.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Zoning text amendment to allow community centers in O Office District, Auto Use Overlay Zone

The Village Board reviewed the proposed FY2022 budget, which totals $71.1 million in expenditures and includes a $1.7 million General Fund deficit, offset by fund balance reserves. The board also discussed a zoning text amendment to allow a community center in the O Office District and reached consensus to refer the request to the Plan Commission for a public hearing. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only formal action was approval of the March 16 and March 18, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes of the March 16, 2021 Committee of the Whole and March 18, 2021 Budget Workshop (5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention).
• Discussed FY2022 budget, including $71.1 million total expenditures and $34.9 million total revenues, with no formal action taken.
• Discussed a requested zoning text amendment for a community center in the O Office District; board consensus was to refer the request to the Plan Commission.
• No public comments were made during the public forum.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:20 P.M. (5 ayes, 0 nays).

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 budget and a requested zoning text amendment to allow community centers in the O Office District with an Auto Use Overlay Zone. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. No final votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Zoning text amendment to allow community center in O Office District, Auto Use Overlay Zone
• Approval of minutes from March 16 and March 18, 2021 meetings

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a $312,000 contract for police and fire department roof replacement, a zoning variation for a religious institution at 6424 North Drake Avenue, and an extension of the emergency declaration. The agenda also includes routine approvals such as minutes, warrants, and consent agenda items.

• Resolution authorizing $312,000 contract with DCG Roofing Solutions for police/fire roof replacement
• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for construction oversight with Christopher B. Burke Engineering (up to $26,000)
• Zoning Board recommendation for variations to develop a religious institution at 6424 North Drake Avenue
• Resolution approving website redesign with CivicPlus, LLC
• Extension of emergency declaration entered by Mayor Bass on March 18, 2020

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved an ordinance granting zoning variations for a religious institution at 6424 North Drake Avenue, including conditions on parking, screening, and alley access. The board also approved a $312,000 contract for police and fire roof replacement, a temporary staffing agreement, and extended the emergency declaration. A motion to table the zoning item failed for lack of a second.

• Approved zoning variations for religious institution at 6424 N Drake Ave (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $312,000 roof replacement contract with DCG Roofing Solutions (4-0)
• Approved $26,000 construction oversight contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering (4-0)
• Approved temporary staffing agreement with GovTempsUSA for permit clerk services (5-0)
• Extended emergency declaration to April 20, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $407,656.41 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bond reallocation, software licenses, and website redesign (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 2 and March 16 meetings (4-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will consider several routine and notable items, including a $312,000 contract for police and fire roof replacement, a zoning variation for a religious institution, and an extension of the emergency declaration. The agenda also includes consent items for software licenses and a website redesign, plus proclamations and appointments.

• Resolution authorizing $312,000 roof replacement contract with DCG Roofing Solutions Inc.
• Ordinance waiving bidding and awarding $26,000 construction oversight to Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd.
• Zoning Board recommendation for variations to develop a religious institution at 6424 North Drake Avenue
• Resolution approving website redesign with CivicPlus, LLC
• Extension of emergency declaration entered by Mayor Bass on March 18, 2020

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for March 25, 2021 was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for April 22, 2021 at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for April 22, 2021 at 7:00 PM

Economic Development Commission

The March 24, 2021 Economic Development Commission meeting is canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 28, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for April 28, 2021 at 8:00 a.m.

Village Board Committees

The Finance Committee will review the draft FY 2022 operating budget, including proposed spending for the President and Village Board, Village Clerk, and Village Manager's Office. The agenda also includes approval of the December 17, 2020 meeting minutes. The meeting is held virtually with limited in-person attendance.

• Review of FY 2022 Budget
• Approval of December 17, 2020 meeting minutes
• Proposed $45,000 consulting for pay study, strategic plan, and community development evaluation
• Proposed $16,000 for Village Newsletter printing and postage
• Proposed $10,000 for ordinance codification

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Finance Committee is meeting to review the FY 2022 budget. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public comment period. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Review of FY 2022 Budget
• Approval of December 17, 2020 meeting minutes

Village Board Committees

The Lincolnwood Finance Committee is meeting to review the FY 2022 budget. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a discussion of the budget, with public comment available in person or electronically.

• Review of FY 2022 budget
• Approval of December 17, 2020 meeting minutes
• Public comment via email or GoToMeeting

The Finance Committee reviewed the proposed budget, making reductions of approximately $14,500, including a $4,500 cut to Village Board dinner expenses and a $10,000 reduction in the Accela IT contract. The committee discussed various budget items, including legal fees, sales tax sharing, vehicle stickers, police overtime, and body cameras. They also discussed potential revenue enhancements, such as a Packaged Liquor Tax and an increase in the Food and Beverage Tax, and noted the need to monitor the Washington Prime bankruptcy's impact on the Lincolnwood Town Center. No final budget was approved at this meeting.

• Approved the minutes of the December 17, 2020 Finance Committee meeting.
• Agreed to reduce the Village Board dinner budget by $4,500 while remote meetings are in place.
• Confirmed a $10,000 reduction in the Accela contractual amount in the IT budget.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:32 A.M.

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Finance Committee is meeting to review the draft FY 2022 operating budget. The agenda includes discussion of the budget, approval of prior meeting minutes, and public comment. The meeting is held virtually with limited in-person attendance.

• Review of FY 2022 draft budget, including proposed spending for Village Board, Clerk, and Manager's Office
• Approval of minutes from December 17, 2020 meeting
• Public comment via email or live at Village Hall

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a budget workshop to discuss the village's fiscal performance for 2021 and anticipated performance for 2022, along with other key financial issues for fiscal year 2022. This is a discussion-only meeting, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.

• Discussion of 2021 fiscal performance
• Discussion of anticipated 2022 fiscal performance
• Discussion of other key financial issues for FY2022

The Lincolnwood Village Board held a budget workshop to review the FY 2022 draft budget, discussing revenue enhancements, capital projects, and fund balances. The board reached consensus on several items, including a 2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for non-union staff effective May 1, 2021, and moving forward with the police shooting range project. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus and are subject to formal approval at a later meeting.

• Consensus to include 2% COLA for non-union staff effective May 1, 2021
• Consensus to proceed with police shooting range project
• Consensus to move forward with policy change allowing property tax increase above PTELL for police pension costs
• Consensus to make no changes to local gas tax unless neighboring communities increase theirs
• Discussed potential 2% packaged liquor tax and 1% food and beverage tax increase for formal consideration on April 20

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a budget workshop to discuss the FY2022 budget, including fiscal performance, proposed revenue enhancements, and significant capital expenditures. The board will consider increasing the Food and Beverage tax from 1% to 2% and implementing a new packaged liquor tax, as well as issuing bonds and TIF notes for major projects. The meeting is for discussion and policy direction, not final approval.

• Proposed increase in Food and Beverage tax from 1% to 2%
• New packaged liquor tax proposed
• Capital expenditures include $3,022,000 for roadway resurfacing, $2,700,000 for storm water management, $2,612,500 for water main replacement
• Issuance of $35 million in TIF notes for District 1860 project and $8.7 million in GO bonds
• Expected $1,512,843 in COVID relief funds from federal bill

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Case #ZB-02-21, a request by Bais Chaim Dovid East to build a new religious institution at 6424 North Drake Avenue. The board will consider five variations related to parking location, screening, parking capacity, and front and side yard setbacks. The board will also approve minutes from the January 20, 2021 meeting.

• Variation to permit parking in the interior side yard (13 spaces)
• Variation to allow parking lot with no 8-foot perimeter screening along west lot line
• Variation to reduce required on-site parking by 20 spaces (from 50 to 30)
• Variation to reduce front yard setback from 40.5 to 27 feet
• Variation to reduce southern side yard setback from 20.5 to 16 feet

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request for five specific zoning variances to allow the construction of a new religious institution at 6424 North Drake Avenue. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the January 20, 2021 meeting. The meeting is conducted virtually with limited in-person attendance at Village Hall.

• Case #ZB-02-21: Request for variances for Bais Chaim Dovid East at 6424 North Drake Avenue
• Variance 1: Permit parking in the interior side yard
• Variance 2: Permit parking lot with no perimeter screening area along the west property line
• Variance 3: Reduce required on-site parking by 20 spaces
• Variance 4: Reduce front yard setback from 40.5 feet to 27 feet

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5-0 to recommend approval of all five requested variations for a new religious institution at 6424 North Drake Avenue, with conditions including a 12-month look-back assessment for traffic and parking impacts. The recommendation will go to the Village Board on April 7, 2021 for final approval. The board also approved the January 20, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0).

• Approved variations for religious institution at 6424 N Drake Ave (5-0)
• Approved January 20, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss two main items: an update on the Private Drainage Rebate Program and various proposed Zoning Code text amendments. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and public comment. No final decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Discussion of Private Drainage Rebate Program update
• Discussion of proposed Zoning Code text amendments
• Approval of minutes from Feb 23 and Mar 2, 2021 meetings
• Public comment period

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board is holding a regular meeting with several routine items, including approval of minutes, warrants, and consent agenda items. The most consequential item is a vote on extending the emergency declaration entered by Mayor Bass on March 18, 2020. The board will also consider appointments for Village Treasurer and a Park and Recreation Board member.

• Consideration of extension of emergency declaration entered by Mayor Bass on March 18, 2020
• Appointment of a Village Treasurer
• Appointment to the Park and Recreation Board for a one-year term
• Approval of resolution awarding Seasonal Program Apparel Bid
• Ordinance amending Chapter 14 regarding International Residential Code, Life Safety Code, and Illinois Energy Conservation Code

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees voted to extend the emergency declaration entered by Mayor Bass on March 18, 2020, until the adjournment of the next regular meeting on April 7, 2021. They also approved warrants totaling $862,186.03, the consent agenda (including a seasonal program apparel bid, an ordinance on warrants and fund transfers, and an ordinance on building codes), and appointed Village Manager Anne Marie Gaura as Village Treasurer with no additional compensation. The minutes from March 2, 2021 were tabled until the next meeting. No substantive decisions were made on the Skokie crossing project; the board discussed it but took no action.

• Extended the emergency declaration to April 7, 2021
• Approved warrants in the amount of $862,186.03
• Approved the consent agenda (apparel bid, warrants ordinance, building codes ordinance)
• Appointed Anne Marie Gaura as Village Treasurer with no additional compensation
• Tabled the March 2, 2021 minutes until the next meeting

Village Board

The Village Board will consider extending the emergency declaration entered on March 18, 2020, through the next regular meeting. The board will also approve $862,186.03 in warrants, including payments for fuel, infrastructure consulting, and janitorial services. Additionally, the board will vote on routine code amendments and the award of a seasonal program apparel bid.

• Consideration of an extension of the Emergency Declaration entered by Mayor Bass on March 18, 2020
• Approval of warrants totaling $862,186.03
• Approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the Municipal Code regarding International Residential Code, Life Safety Code, and Illinois Energy Conservation Code
• Approval of a resolution awarding the Seasonal Program Apparel Bid
• Appointment of a Village Treasurer and a member to the Park and Recreation Board

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss two main items: an update on the Private Drainage Rebate Program and various proposed zoning code text amendments. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and public comment. No final votes are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Discussion of Private Drainage Rebate Program update
• Discussion of proposed zoning code text amendments
• Approval of minutes from Feb 23 and Mar 2, 2021 meetings

The Board reached consensus to increase the private drainage rebate program to $2,500 per resident with a $10,000 project cap and to keep the program budget at $40,000 for FY22. They also agreed to refer proposed zoning text amendments—including minor variation limits and prohibiting reverse-slope garages—to the Plan Commission for further review. The Board approved the minutes of February 23 and March 2, 2021, with amendments to the latter.

• Approved minutes of Feb 23 and Mar 2, 2021, as amended.
• Consensus to increase private drainage rebate to $2,500 per resident with $10,000 project cap.
• Consensus to keep drainage rebate program budget at $40,000 for FY22.
• Referred zoning text amendments (minor variations, table cleanup, reverse-slope garages) to Plan Commission.
• Consensus to prohibit reverse-slope (tuck under) garages in future (4-2 vote).

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board is meeting virtually and in person to select a chairperson, approve prior minutes, and hear public comments. New business includes a presentation on the Pratt Avenue Pedestrian Bridge, a discussion on the apparel bid, and a summer day camp update.

• Pratt Avenue Pedestrian Bridge presentation
• Discussion regarding the apparel bid
• Summer Day Camp update
• Selection of Board Chairperson
• Approval of February 9, 2021 minutes

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to select a chairperson, approve minutes, and hear public comments. New business includes a presentation on the Pratt Avenue Pedestrian Bridge, discussion of an apparel bid, and an update on the Summer Day Camp. The agenda also includes reports from the chairperson, commissioners, and staff.

• Pratt Avenue Pedestrian Bridge presentation
• Discussion regarding the apparel bid
• Summer Day Camp update
• Selection of Parks and Recreation Board Chairperson
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2021 meeting

Plan Commission

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission's March 3, 2021 meeting is canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for April 8, 2021.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting: April 8, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss the Economic Development Commission's biennial report and a potential Invest in Cook grant application for the Pratt Avenue Bridge. The agenda also includes approval of the February 2, 2021 minutes. The meeting is held virtually with limited in-person attendance.

• Biennial Report for the Economic Development Commission
• Discussion on Invest in Cook Grant Application for Pratt Avenue Bridge
• Approval of February 2, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole is meeting virtually to discuss two regular business items: the Economic Development Commission's biennial report and a potential Invest in Cook grant application for the Pratt Avenue Bridge. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment.

• Biennial Report for the Economic Development Commission
• Discussion of Invest in Cook Grant Application for Pratt Avenue Bridge

The Lincolnwood Board of Trustees discussed a proposed multi-use pedestrian bridge over the North Shore Channel and reached a consensus to submit an application for the Invest in Cook Grant program. The estimated total project cost is $1,810,000, with the Village responsible for 30%, and the grant would fund a Phase I engineering study costing $42,000. The application is due March 12, 2021, with awards announced in July. The board also approved the minutes of the February 2, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the minutes of the February 2, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting.
• Reached consensus to submit an application for the Invest in Cook Grant for a pedestrian bridge over the North Shore Channel.
• Directed staff to coordinate with the Parks and Recreation Board on the bridge project.
• Requested staff to use the term 'pedestrian' when discussing the bridge.
• Requested staff to discuss land use with the Chicago Park District and Municipal Water Reclamation District.