Northfield public meetings in 2022

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for permanent signage at Divine Mercy Parish, located at 1962 Old Willow Road. The meeting is scheduled for December 12, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at Northfield Village Hall.

• Public hearing for permanent signage at 1962 Old Willow Road
• Petitioner: Divine Mercy Parish
• Property Index Number: 04-24-209-013
• Project Number: 2022-0492

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider a request from Divine Mercy Parish for approval of permanent signage at 1962 Old Willow Road. The meeting also includes approval of summary notes from the October 11, 2022 meeting.

• Consideration of permanent signage for Divine Mercy Parish at 1962 Old Willow Road
• Approval of Summary Notes from October 11, 2022 meeting

The Architectural Commission approved a request for permanent monument signage for Divine Mercy Parish at 1962 Old Willow Road. The approved sign features a black aluminum frame with a buff background and LED lighting at 4,000 K.

• Approved October 11th minutes
• Approved permanent monument signage for Divine Mercy Parish at 1962 Old Willow Road

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Northfield Foreign Fire Insurance Board will meet to confirm board positions and discuss several equipment purchases. The board will vote on maintaining village-managed funds and confirm new board member positions. Several purchase requests are pending, including tools, apparel, and bedding.

• Confirm board positions: Johnson (Chair), Klatt (Vice-Chair), Smaha (Secretary), Garard (Treasurer), Clement (Trustee), Graham (Trustee)
• Village to maintain FFIB funds
• Purchase of battery powered leaf blower for apparatus floor
• Purchase of tool box and misc. tools for apparatus floor shop
• Purchase of 8 Sleep Number mattresses and 8 bed frames for main bunk room

The Board confirmed new members and elected its officers. The Board decided to keep its funds within the Village of Northfield rather than moving them to a separate bank.

• Confirmed new members Huebner and Murrin
• Elected Murrin as Vice-Chairman
• Elected Graham as Secretary
• Elected Huebner as Trustee
• Decided to keep FFIB funds within the Village of Northfield

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board Committee of the Whole will review updated wayfinding and identity signage concepts from Hitchcock Design Group, hear a presentation on proposed budget software (OpenGov), and discuss a draft Northwest Municipal Conference resolution on assault weapons and large capacity magazines. The board will also consider approval of the October 18, 2022 meeting minutes. Staff is seeking final design direction on signage and input on the proposed gun resolution before liaisons vote at the NWMC Executive Board meeting.

• Updated downtown wayfinding and identity signage designs from Hitchcock Design Group — staff seeking final direction before obtaining pricing for FY 2023/24 budget
• Proposed OpenGov budget software: first-year cost $25,919 plus one-time setup fee of $35,905, funded from FY22/23 CIP
• Draft NWMC resolution on assault weapons and large capacity magazines — President Lungmus and Trustee Galin seeking board input before voting
• Approval of October 18, 2022 Committee of the Whole Report of Proceedings
• Public comment and other business items

The Board reached a consensus to implement OpenGov budgeting software to replace an antiquated system of Excel and Word. The contract will be brought for formal ratification at the January 2023 meeting. The Board also expressed support for a Northwest Municipal Conference resolution to ban assault weapons and large-capacity magazines.

• Approved October 18, 2022 Report of Proceedings (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to purchase OpenGov budget software for $25,919 annual fee and $35,905 setup fee
• Agreed to support Northwest Municipal Conference resolution to ban assault weapons and large-capacity magazines
• Reached consensus on 'Shop.Eat.Explore.' text for back of wayfinding signs, with yellow lettering to be explored

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will consider adopting the 2022 tax levy, approving special use permits for two restaurants under new ownership and a medical office, and waiving water fees for unaccounted water. The board will also vote on consent agenda items including bills totaling $716,844.84 and a resolution abating property taxes for bond issues.

• Special use for Taco Nano at 1743 Orchard Lane to continue restaurant operation
• Special use for Happ Inn at 305 Happ Road to continue restaurant operation
• Special use for medical office at 1622 Willow Road
• Ordinance adopting 2022 tax levy
• Resolution abating 2022 property taxes for 2015 and 2009 GO bond issues

The Board approved the 2022 operating tax levy and waived approximately $35,000 in water fees caused by malfunctioning equipment. Special use permits were granted for two restaurants under new ownership and a new medical office. The Board also approved a license agreement for a catch basin in the public right of way.

• Adopted 2022 operating tax levy of $5,032,940 (5-0)
• Approved Special Use for Taco Nano at 1743 Orchard Lane for new ownership (5-0)
• Approved Special Use for Happ Inn at 305 Happ Road for new ownership (5-0)
• Approved Special Use for medical office at 1622 Willow Road (5-0)
• Waived $35,020.25 in unaccounted-for water fees (4-1)
• Approved license agreement for catch basin at 138 Eddy Lane (5-0)
• Abated 2022 property taxes for 2015 Refunding Bond issue (5-0)
• Abated 2022 property taxes for 2009 Bond issue (5-0)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission recommended the approval of a new psychiatric practice and the renewal of special use permits for two restaurants following ownership changes. These recommendations will be forwarded to the Village President and Board of Trustees for final determination.

• Recommended approval of special use for psychiatric and behavioral therapy practice at 1622 Willow Road
• Recommended approval of special use for restaurant operation at 1743 Orchard Lane (Taco Nano, LLC)
• Recommended approval of special use for restaurant operation at 305 Happ Road (C&D Northfield, LLC)
• Approved minutes from June 6, 2022 meeting

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, November 7, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at Northfield Village Hall. The commission will consider special use requests for a change of ownership at Taco Nano (1743 Orchard Lane) and The Happ Inn (305 Happ Road), and will discuss a request to operate AGF Guidance Center, a psychiatric and behavioral therapy provider, at 1622 Willow Road.

• Special use for change of ownership of Taco Nano at 1743 Orchard Lane (Petitioner: Taco Nano, LLC)
• Special use for change of ownership of The Happ Inn at 305 Happ Road (Petitioner: C & D Northfield, LLC)
• Special use to operate AGF Guidance Center at 1622 Willow Road (Petitioner: MJR/Northfield Real Estate Holding Co. LLC)

Police Pension Board

The Board of Trustees of the Police Pension Fund approved a tax levy request of $1,681,780 for the next fiscal year, a 4.54% decrease from the prior year, and certified the Municipal Compliance Report. They also approved the actuarial valuation, financial statements, quarterly bills totaling $86,146.20, the DOI Annual Statement with changes, and the 2023 meeting schedule. The board decided to continue using local cash to pay benefits through February 2023 instead of transferring funds to IPOPIF due to portal delays.

• Approved $1,681,780 tax levy request and certified Municipal Compliance Report (5-0)
• Approved actuarial valuation as presented (5-0)
• Approved financial statements and $86,146.20 in quarterly bills (5-0)
• Approved DOI Annual Statement with changes to tax levy components and account signers (5-0)
• Approved 2023 quarterly meeting schedule (5-0)
• Authorized renewal of Fiduciary Liability Insurance policy for 2023 (voice vote, passed)
• Approved minutes of August 17, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Deferred action on retired officer's pension and service purchase options for laterals

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss four items: downtown wayfinding and identity sign designs, a construction and bond market update affecting capital projects, a roundabout educational video, and a water meter project update. The meeting is for discussion only, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Review of wayfinding, downtown, and permanent banner sign designs by Hitchcock Design Group (contract $9,300)
• Construction cost increases: water main projects up 20% to $14.8M, road projects up 25% to $3.1M over 5 years
• Bond rates rising: 15-year from 2.2% to 3.5%, 20-year from 2.5% to 4.0%
• Roundabout educational video for Happ Road project at Happ, Orchard, and Walnut
• Water meter replacement project update on issues with older equipment

The Village Board unanimously agreed to waive all payments for previously unaccounted-for water usage detected during the water meter replacement project, affecting residential customers only. The decision was made after staff presented three options, with trustees citing the inability to determine when the water was consumed or who was responsible. An ordinance formalizing the waiver will be presented at the December meeting.

• Approved the September 20, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Preferred Option D for wayfinding signs with white breaks, and requested two versions of Option C for the backside.
• Preferred Option C for downtown directional signs with the 'Est 1926' bottom border from Option D.
• Preferred Option B for permanent banners with wording from Option A.
• Requested preliminary pricing on three sign types for inclusion in the next fiscal year's budget.
• Unanimously agreed to waive all payments for previously unaccounted-for water usage for residential customers.
• Discussed construction and bond market updates, with no formal decision made on CIP options.
• Viewed a roundabout educational video and recommended posting it on the Village website.

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will consider several action items, including budget amendments, a tax levy resolution, a temporary use request for an MRI trailer, and a pavement program contract. The most consequential item is a proposed ordinance to amend the FY2022/23 budget by $140,630 to add a $250,000 contribution to the Police Pension Fund. The board will also vote on a Truth in Taxation Resolution for the 2022 tax levy and a contract award for road work.

• Ordinance amending FY2022/23 budget by $140,630 for additional $250,000 Police Pension Fund contribution
• Ordinance amending FY2021/22 budget by $177,046 for General Fund, Police Pension Fund, and bond funds
• Truth in Taxation Resolution for 2022 Tax Levy
• Temporary use request for mobile MRI trailer at Blue Pearl Emergency Animal Clinic, 820 Frontage Road
• Contract award to Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. for $66,786 plus 10% contingency for pavement program

The Village Board approved a budget amendment adding $140,630 from General Fund reserves to provide an additional $250,000 contribution to the Police Pension Fund, above the actuarially required amount. The board also approved a second budget amendment of $177,046 for FY2021/22 to cover unplanned expenses in the General Fund, Police Pension Fund, and bond funds. A temporary use request for a mobile MRI trailer at Blue Pearl Emergency Animal Clinic (820 Frontage Road) was approved through May 2023, and a $66,786 contract (plus $6,700 contingency) was awarded to Schroeder Asphalt Services for pavement patching and striping.

• Approved $250,000 additional Police Pension Fund contribution via $140,630 budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $177,046 FY2021/22 budget amendment for General Fund, Police Pension, and bond funds (unanimous)
• Approved Truth in Taxation Resolution for 2022 tax levy of $5,032,940 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use for mobile MRI trailer at Blue Pearl, 820 Frontage Road, through May 2023 (unanimous)
• Awarded $66,786 pavement patching contract to Schroeder Asphalt Services, plus $6,700 contingency (unanimous)
• Approved Motor Fuel Tax resolution with IDOT for $73,486 in street maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including September 20 meeting minutes, $947,714.64 in bills, and 2023 meeting schedule (unanimous)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider a request for a fence variance at 9 Winfield Drive. The petitioner seeks approval to install a six-foot fence in the front yard, where only four feet is normally allowed. The commission will also approve the summary notes from its August 22, 2022 meeting.

• Fence variance request at 9 Winfield Drive to allow 6-foot front yard fence (4-foot limit)
• Petitioner: Alisa Blasingame
• Property Index Number: 05-30-201-066
• Project Number: 2022-0374

The Architectural Commission approved a variance allowing a six-foot fence in the front yard at 9 Winfield Drive, where four feet is normally allowed. The approval includes a condition that the six-foot fence along Hibbard Road extend south to align with the south edge of the house. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved fence variance for 9 Winfield Drive (unanimous)
• Condition added: six-foot fence along Hibbard Road shall continue to align with south edge of house

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a fence variance at 9 Winfield Drive. The petitioner seeks to install a six-foot fence in the front yard, where the current ordinance allows only four feet. The commission will decide whether to grant the variance.

• Fence variance request at 9 Winfield Drive to allow 6-foot front yard fence instead of 4-foot limit
• Petitioner: Alisa Blasingame
• Property Index Number: 05-30-201-066
• Project Number: 2022-0374

Village Board

The Village Board discussed the Police Pension Actuarial Report and recommended an additional $250,000 transfer to the Police Pension Fund, with a minimum 3% increase in next year's budget. A budget amendment for $126,120 will be presented at the October Board meeting. The Board also reviewed the draft FY2021/2022 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, which received an unmodified opinion and showed a strong General Fund ending balance.

• Recommended additional $250,000 transfer to Police Pension Fund
• Recommended minimum 3% increase in next year's police pension budget
• Approved August 16, 2022 Report of Proceedings (unanimous)
• Adjourned to Closed Session to approve closed session minutes and discuss audit internal controls and fraud risks

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will consider approving purchases for the Council Chamber Renovation Project, including a custom dais and furniture for $117,494.16 and audiovisual equipment for $51,054.19. They will also vote on vacating right-of-way on Dorina Drive, approving intergovernmental agreements for the Skokie Valley Trail, and a consent agenda that includes $726,028.97 in bills and disbursements.

• Purchase of custom dais and furniture from Arthur P. O’Hara Inc. for $117,494.16
• Purchase of audiovisual equipment from Frequency Audio Visual for $51,054.19
• Ordinance and Plat of Vacation to vacate right-of-way adjacent to 2311 and 2301 Dorina Drive
• Intergovernmental Agreements with Glenview and Skokie for Phase II Engineering of Skokie Valley Trail
• Approval of bills and disbursements totaling $726,028.97

The Village Board unanimously approved two contracts for the council chamber renovation: a $117,494.16 custom dais and furniture from Arthur P. O'Hara Inc., and $51,054.19 in audiovisual equipment from Frequency Audio Visual. The board also approved vacating a village right-of-way adjacent to 2311 and 2301 Dorina Drive, and intergovernmental agreements with Glenview and Skokie for Skokie Valley Trail Phase II engineering. The consent agenda, including $726,028.97 in bills and disbursements, was approved unanimously.

• Approved $117,494.16 custom dais and furniture contract (7-0)
• Approved $51,054.19 audiovisual equipment contract (7-0)
• Approved ordinance and plat of vacation for right-of-way at 2311/2301 Dorina Drive (7-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreements with Glenview and Skokie for Skokie Valley Trail Phase II engineering (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $726,028.97 in bills and service resolution for Tev Bond (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Northfield Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three requests for zoning variations to allow home additions. Each request seeks a reduction in required front or rear yard setbacks for a covered porch, a breakfast room, and a second-floor addition. The board will also approve summary notes from its November 3, 2021 meeting.

• 1958 Pine Street: 14.5-ft north front yard variation for covered porch (Toma)
• 2166 Drury Lane: 10.24-ft south rear yard variation for breakfast room (Laird)
• 230 Lagoon Drive: two front yard variations for second-floor addition (Szczepanik)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved all three variance requests on the agenda, each unanimously (5-0). The approvals allow a covered porch addition at 1958 Pine Street, a breakfast room addition at 2166 Drury Lane, and a second-floor addition at 230 Lagoon Drive, all subject to conditions including a one-year building permit deadline.

• Approved 14.5-foot front yard setback variance for covered porch at 1958 Pine Street (5-0)
• Approved 10.24-foot rear yard setback variance for breakfast room addition at 2166 Drury Lane (5-0)
• Approved 0.3-foot and 5.4-foot front yard setback variances for second-floor addition at 230 Lagoon Drive (5-0)
• Approved November 3, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Northfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on September 7, 2022, to consider three requests for zoning variations. Each request seeks to reduce required front or rear yard setbacks to allow for home additions. The board will decide whether to grant these variations.

• 1958 Pine Street: 14.5 ft north front yard variation (required 35 ft, proposed 20.5 ft) for covered porch addition
• 2166 Drury Lane: 10.24 ft south rear yard variation (required 35 ft, proposed 24.76 ft) for breakfast room addition
• 230 Lagoon Drive: 0.3 ft east front yard and 5.4 ft north front yard variations (required 30 ft each) for second floor addition

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Northfield Foreign Fire Insurance Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, hearing public comment, and receiving the treasurer's report. The main action items are confirming all board officer positions by separate votes, approving by-laws, and voting on a series of equipment and supply purchases. The board will also discuss a vacancy on the board before adjourning.

• Confirm board positions: Johnson (Chair), Klatt (Vice-Chair), Smaha (Secretary), Garard (Treasurer), Clement (Trustee), Graham (Trustee)
• Approve by-laws
• Purchase battery-powered leaf blower for apparatus floor
• Purchase tool box and misc. tools for apparatus floor shop area
• Purchase 8 Sleep Number mattresses and 8 bed frames for main bunk room

Architectural Commission

The Northfield Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an application for building facade changes and permanent signage for Able Distributors at 190 Northfield Road. The hearing is scheduled for August 22, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at Village Hall.

• Application for building facade changes and permanent signage at 190 Northfield Road
• Petitioner: Charles Davidson
• Property Index Numbers: 04-24-413-087-1002 and 04-24-413-087-1003
• Project Number: 2022-0306

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider an application for building facade changes and permanent signage at 190 Northfield Road, submitted by Charles Davidson on behalf of Able Distributors. The commission will also approve the summary notes from its July 11, 2022 meeting.

• Application for building facade changes and permanent signage at 190 Northfield Road
• Petitioner: Charles Davidson
• Property Index Numbers: 04-24-413-087-1002 and 04-24-413-087-1003
• Project Number: 2022-0306

The Architectural Commission approved a request from Able Distributors for building façade changes and permanent signage at 190 Northfield Road. The approval includes canopies, painting roll-up doors black, a monument sign, a wall sign, and lighting tied to business hours. The vote was unanimous (4-0).

• Approved proposed canopies (4-0)
• Approved painting roll-up doors black (4-0)
• Approved proposed monument sign (4-0)
• Approved proposed wall sign (4-0)
• Approved lighting of signs and soffit to match business hours (4-0)

Police Pension Board

The Northfield Police Pension Board voted to transfer $1,000,000 to the Illinois Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund (IPOPIF) for investment. The board also approved monthly financial statements, bills totaling $89,416.23, and a resolution appointing account representatives for the IPOPIF eCFM portal. Officers were elected for a one-year term, and a QILDRO payment order for a pension beneficiary was accepted.

• Approved $1,000,000 transfer to IPOPIF for investment (5-0)
• Approved June 2022 financial statement showing fund value of $21,976,287 (5-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $89,416.23 for April–June 2022 plus $1,085 Lauterbach & Amen invoice (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4 appointing account representatives for IPOPIF eCFM portal (5-0)
• Accepted IPOPIF June and July 2022 statements showing 3.84% net return and $20,271,993.99 balance (5-0)
• Approved Jones QILDRO calculation order and authorized payments to alternate payee (5-0)
• Elected officers: Ken Smith President, Bill Lustig Vice President, Don Whiteman Secretary, Tom Hanus Assistant Secretary (5-0)
• Approved pension meeting minutes of April 20, 2022 and special meeting minutes of May 11, 2022 (5-0)

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss three items: a $237,697.64 council chambers renovation (with a possible 5% contingency), how to enforce water meter replacements (water shut-off vs. $50 monthly surcharge), and updated Core Objectives and Board Procedural Guidelines. The board will seek direction on these items, with formal approval possibly at a later meeting.

• Council chambers renovation: $237,697.64 total cost, with $250,000 budgeted; 5% contingency ($11,884) recommended
• Water meter replacement enforcement: options include water shut-off after 3 notices or $50 monthly surcharge for non-compliant customers
• Review of updated Core Objectives and Board Procedural Guidelines
• Approval of July 19, 2022 Committee of the Whole minutes

The Village Board gave verbal consensus to preliminarily approve a $237,698 council chambers renovation project, plus a $11,884 contingency, for a total not to exceed $249,582. The project includes new paint, carpet, furniture, lighting, acoustics, and technology upgrades in the chambers, executive session room, conference room, and lobby. Village Manager Stacy Sigman was directed to execute current quotes and submit deposits to lock in prices, with formal ratification on the September Board agenda. The board also agreed to use a water shut-off approach for non-compliant residents during the water meter replacement project.

• Gave preliminary approval to council chambers renovation up to $249,582, including a 5% contingency (unanimous verbal consensus)
• Directed Village Manager to execute quotes and submit deposits before September 15 expiration to lock in prices
• Agreed to use water shut-off approach for residents who refuse water meter replacement, with three written notices and a final posted notice before shut-off (unanimous verbal consensus)
• Approved July 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous, 5-0)
• Decided not to rank the 2022-23 Core Objectives, keeping them as guiding principles
• Made no changes to the Village Board Procedural Guidelines

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will consider an ordinance to increase the FY2022/23 budget by $200,000 and an intergovernmental agreement with Wilmette for the Skokie Valley Trail project. The consent agenda includes approval of July bills totaling $825,288.38 and several commission appointments. Departmental updates will be presented for information.

• Ordinance increasing FY2022/23 Village Budget by $200,000
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Wilmette for Skokie Valley Trail funding
• Approval of bills and disbursements totaling $825,288.38 for July 2022
• Reappointments to Plan and Zoning Commission (Steven Hirsch, Jack Brannigan) and Architectural Commission (Peter Wachter, Kathryn Talty, Joe McInerney)
• Consent agenda includes approval of July 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Village Board unanimously approved a $200,000 budget amendment to fund an automated license plate reader system and a 20th police officer position to address staffing shortages. The board also approved a consent agenda including July bills of $825,288.38 and commission reappointments, and authorized an intergovernmental agreement with Wilmette for Skokie Valley Trail funding.

• Approved $200,000 FY2022/23 budget increase for police license plate readers and 20th officer (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: July minutes, $825,288.38 in bills, and commission reappointments (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Wilmette for Skokie Valley Trail grant management (unanimous)

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Northfield Foreign Fire Insurance Board is meeting to handle routine administrative business. The board will vote on officer positions, approve bylaws, and decide on several equipment purchases for the fire department, including a leaf blower, tools, and clothing.

• Confirm board positions: Johnson (Chair), Klatt (Vice-Chair), Smaha (Secretary), Garard (Treasurer), Clement (Trustee), Graham (Trustee)
• Approve by-laws
• Purchase of a battery powered leaf blower for apparatus floor
• Purchase of tool box and misc. tools for apparatus floor shop area
• Purchase of Rain Defender Thermal Carhartt Sweatshirts for all members

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will discuss adding automated license plate readers at key intersections and hiring a 20th police officer, with a proposed budget amendment of $200,000. They will also review the FY2022-2023 Core Objectives and procedural guidelines. The meeting is a Committee of the Whole, so no formal votes are expected.

• Proposed 7 automated license plate readers (ALPRs) at key entrances/exits, first-year cost $24,450, annual ongoing cost $20,000
• Proposed hiring a 20th police officer at $175,000/year for 1-3 years
• Budget amendment of $200,000 to be prepared for August board meeting if supported
• Review of FY2022-2023 Village Board Core Objectives and Procedural Guidelines

The Village Board discussed and expressed support for a $200,000 budget amendment to fund seven automated license plate readers (ALPRs) and a 20th police officer position. The amendment will be formally considered at the August Village Board meeting. The Board also discussed revisions to its 2022-23 Core Objectives, with staff to incorporate feedback and bring a revised draft next month.

• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Supported $200,000 budget amendment for ALPRs and 20th officer; formal vote in August
• Discussed, but did not finalize, revisions to 2022-23 Core Objectives

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will consider extending the waste hauling contract with Waste Management of Illinois, Inc. to April 30, 2024, and an ordinance amending Chapter 10 on Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation, including fee changes. The agenda also includes approval of the June 21, 2022 meeting minutes and bills totaling $800,955.02.

• Resolution extending waste hauling contract with Waste Management of Illinois, Inc. to April 30, 2024
• Ordinance amending Chapter 10 Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation and Appendix D fees
• Approval of bills and disbursements totaling $800,955.02 for June 2022
• Approval of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The Village Board approved an ordinance amending Chapter 10 (Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation) and Appendix D (Fees and Fines) based on Architectural Commission recommendations. The board amended the motion to keep the original, larger list of Heritage Trees, overriding the commission's narrower list. The waste hauling contract with Waste Management was extended to April 30, 2024, and the consent agenda was approved.

• Approved consent agenda including June 21, 2022 meeting minutes and $800,955.02 in bills (unanimous)
• Extended waste hauling contract with Waste Management to April 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved tree preservation code amendments with original Heritage Tree list (unanimous)
• Amended motion to keep original Heritage Tree list (5-1, Trustee Dinges opposed)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for permanent signage at 500 Central Avenue for Pella Windows & Doors, which requires a variation from the Village Code to allow more than one sign on the east façade. The commission will also continue its discussion of proposed changes to Chapter 10 of the Village Code regarding landscaping, screening, and tree preservation.

• Public hearing for permanent signage at 500 Central Avenue (Pella Windows & Doors)
• Variation request from Village Code Chapter 12, Section 12-3 for multiple signs on east façade
• Petitioner: Omega Sign & Lighting
• Property Index Number: 04-24-208-027
• Continued discussion of Chapter 10 (Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation) amendments

Architectural Commission

The Northfield Architectural Commission will consider a request for permanent signage at Pella Windows & Doors, 500 Central Avenue, which requires a variation from the Village Code to allow more than one sign on the east façade. The commission will also continue discussion of proposed changes to Chapter 10 of the Village Code, covering landscaping, screening, and tree preservation. The meeting includes approval of the June 13, 2022 summary notes.

• Signage variation for Pella Windows & Doors at 500 Central Avenue (Project 2022-0232)
• Discussion of proposed changes to Chapter 10: Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation
• Approval of June 13, 2022 summary notes

The commission unanimously approved a code variation allowing Pella Windows & Doors to install a second permanent sign on the east facade of 500 Central Avenue, along with updates to the monument sign. The commission also discussed proposed changes to the Village Code's Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation chapter, making several recommendations including narrowing the heritage tree list, changing the replacement ratio to one-to-one, and removing box elder and Osage orange from the desirable tree list. No final action was taken on the tree ordinance changes.

• Approved signage with code variation for Pella Windows & Doors at 500 Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Recommended narrowing heritage tree list to five species (oak, hickory, beech, walnut, ginkgo)
• Recommended one-to-one tree replacement ratio instead of two-to-one
• Recommended removing box elder and Osage orange from desirable tree list
• Recommended excluding trees from site triangle requirements in parkways
• Recommended public education on tree ordinance for new homeowners

Village Board

The Village of Northfield Committee of the Whole will review the Waste Management contract, which expires in April 2023, and seek direction on whether to retain an expert for rebidding or execute a one-year extension. The body will also discuss a recommendation to vacate the dedicated right of way adjacent to 2301 and 2311 Dorina Drive to avoid future confusion. If the Board supports the vacation, a legal plat will be prepared for final consideration by the Village Board.

• Review of Waste Management contract expiring April 30, 2023, with option for five one-year extensions
• Discussion on Dorina Drive right of way vacation adjacent to 2301 and 2311 Dorina Drive
• Approval of the May 17, 2022 Committee of the Whole Report of Proceedings

The Village Board discussed the Waste Management contract and supported extending it for one year, with the extension to be brought back for formal approval in July or August. The Board also supported vacating the dedicated right of way adjacent to 2301 and 2311 Dorina Drive, with a legal plat to be prepared and final consideration expected in August. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was a Committee of the Whole discussion.

• Supported extending Waste Management contract for one year (discussion only)
• Supported vacating right of way adjacent to 2301 and 2311 Dorina Drive (discussion only)
• Approved May 17, 2022 Report of Proceedings (unanimous)

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will consider amendments to special use ordinances to allow seasonal outdoor seating and parking relief for Happ Inn Bar & Grill, Taco Nano, and Stormy's Tavern and Grille. The board will also vote on bid awards for the Bosworth Pedestrian Bridge replacement, a special use for a garage at 1386 Winnetka Road, and approve routine consent items including bills and a surplus declaration.

• Bid award to MYS, Inc. for $295,710 plus $30,000 contingency for Bosworth Pedestrian Bridge removal/installation
• Bridge fabrication contract to Contech Engineered Solutions for $152,000
• Special use amendments for outdoor seating at 305 Happ Road, 1743 Orchard Lane, and 1735 Orchard Lane
• Special use for 1,664.75 sq ft garage and setback variation at 1386 Winnetka Road
• Approval of bills and disbursements totaling $516,347.32 for May 2022

The Village Board approved amendments to Special Use ordinances allowing seasonal outdoor seating and parking relief for Happ Inn, Taco Nano, and Stormy's Tavern and Grille. Each approval included a hold harmless agreement and a waiver of the $1,100 Special Use fee. The Board also approved a $295,710 bid for the Bosworth Pedestrian Bridge replacement and a $152,000 fabrication contract.

• Approved outdoor seating and parking relief for Happ Inn (305 Happ Rd) with hold harmless agreement, up to 42 seats, and $1,100 fee waiver (5-0)
• Approved outdoor seating and parking relief for Taco Nano (1743 Orchard Ln) with hold harmless agreement and $1,100 fee waiver (5-0)
• Approved outdoor seating, parking relief, and valet changes for Stormy's Tavern (1735 Orchard Ln) with hold harmless agreement and $1,100 fee waiver (5-0)
• Approved special use for 1,664.75 sq ft garage and 10' side yard setback at 1386 Winnetka Rd (5-0)
• Awarded $295,710 bid plus $30,000 contingency to MYS, Inc. for Bosworth Pedestrian Bridge replacement (5-0)
• Awarded $152,000 bridge fabrication contract to Contech Engineered Solutions (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including May minutes, $516,347.32 in bills, and computer surplus ordinance (5-0)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing regarding landscaping approval for an adult-use cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road. The commission will also continue discussions regarding proposed changes to Chapter 10 of the Village Code, which covers landscaping, screening, and tree preservation.

• Landscaping approval request for BLOC Dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road
• Proposed changes to Chapter 10 (Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation) of the Village Code

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will continue its review of landscaping plans for the BLOC Dispensary, an adult use cannabis dispensary proposed at 161 Waukegan Road. The commission will also continue discussing proposed changes to Chapter 10 of the Village Code, which covers landscaping, screening, and tree preservation. The agenda includes approval of the May 9, 2022 meeting summary notes.

• Continuation of landscaping approval request for BLOC Dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road (PIN 04-23-401-111, Project 2022-0021)
• Petitioner: Renu, IL, LLC
• Continued discussion of proposed changes to Chapter 10 'Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation' of the Village Code

The Northfield Architectural Commission approved the final landscape plan for the BLOC cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road, with a roll call vote of four ayes. The commission also continued discussion of proposed changes to Chapter 10 (Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation) to the July 11, 2022 meeting.

• Approved final landscape plan for BLOC cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road (4-0)
• Continued discussion of Chapter 10 landscaping code changes to July 11, 2022 meeting

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Board will review previous meeting minutes and the Treasurer's Report. Discussion items include fund processing, treasurer bonding status, and purchasing procedures.

• Approval of by-laws
• Discussion on Board or village handling of FFIB funds
• Status update on bonding of FFIB Treasurer
• Review of purchasing procedures

The Northfield Foreign Fire Insurance Board met on June 9, 2022, and approved the May 19 meeting minutes and the treasurer's report, which showed a balance of $66,841.69. The board deferred action on approving by-laws to the next meeting and placed items about fund holding and purchasing procedures on the next agenda. No new business was discussed.

• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer's report showing $66,841.69 balance (unanimous)
• Deferred by-laws approval to next meeting (unanimous)
• Placed fund holding and purchasing procedures on next agenda as action items

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Northfield Plan and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of four special use permits: a new home at 1386 Winnetka Road with a 10-foot side yard setback (instead of the requested 5-foot), outdoor seating for Taco Nano and The Happ Inn, and expanded outdoor seating for Stormy's Tavern & Grille. All recommendations go to the Village Board for final approval on June 21, 2022.

• Approved special use for 1,664.75 sq ft garage at 1386 Winnetka Rd with 10-ft setback (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor seating for Taco Nano (6 tables front, 3 across street) with parking variation (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor seating for The Happ Inn (34 seats) with parking variation (unanimous)
• Approved expanded outdoor seating for Stormy's Tavern & Grille (5 tables) with parking variation (unanimous)

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Northfield Foreign Fire Insurance Fund Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and electing officers. The board will also discuss bonding the treasurer, establishing a priority list for equipment and services to purchase with fund money, and setting purchasing procedures.

• Election of FFIB officers
• Treasurer must be bonded
• Establish a priority list of equipment and services to purchase with FFIB funds
• Purchasing procedures

The Northfield Foreign Fire Insurance Board elected officers for the coming term, all passed unanimously. The board deferred establishing an equipment purchase list and purchase procedures until by-laws are drafted and voted on. The board decided the village will maintain funds for now and that all purchase orders/checks require two signatures. Quarterly meetings will be held, with the next meeting scheduled for June 9, 2022.

• Elected Johnson as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Klatt as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Smaha as Secretary (unanimous)
• Elected Garard as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Deferred equipment purchase list until by-laws drafted
• Deferred purchase procedures until by-laws drafted
• Decided village will maintain funds for now
• Decided purchase orders/checks require two signatures

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will review an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Glenview regarding a shared ladder truck. The board will also discuss whether to amend the Zoning Code to make outdoor dining a permitted use rather than a special use. Additionally, members will review the FY2022/23 Core Objectives.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Glenview for a shared ladder truck
• Proposed Zoning Code amendment to change outdoor dining from special use to permitted use
• Review of FY2022/23 Board Goals and Objectives

The Village Board discussed the Intergovernmental Agreement with Glenview for the shared ladder truck program. After extensive discussion, the Board decided to continue the current agreement, with most trustees supporting no change. The Board also discussed outdoor dining codes, agreeing to allow restaurants currently in the Special Use process to continue outdoor dining temporarily until the June meeting.

• Continued shared ladder truck agreement with Glenview (majority support)
• Approved temporary grace period for outdoor dining for restaurants in Special Use process
• Postponed review of Board's Goals and Objectives to June meeting
• Approved February 15, 2022 Report of Proceedings (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss an intergovernmental agreement with Glencoe regarding water metering infrastructure and amended rules for the Board of Police Commissioners. The meeting also includes consideration of a new disorderly conduct ordinance and architectural recommendations for a cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road.

• Intergovernmental License Agreement with Village of Glencoe for shared water metering infrastructure
• Amended Rules for the Board of Police Commissioners
• Ordinance adding 'Disorderly Conduct' section to Chapter 15
• Architectural recommendations for BLOC cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road
• Bills and Disbursements totaling $476,412.74

The Village Board approved an intergovernmental agreement with Glencoe for shared ownership of two water meter towers, saving on equipment and setup costs. The board also approved amended rules for the Board of Police Commissioners, a new disorderly conduct ordinance, and building elevations, materials, lighting, and signage for the BLOC cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road. A motion to require final landscape plans to return to the Board was approved 4-2, but the subsequent motion to approve the building details with final landscape plan approval by the Architectural Commission only passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including April 19 meeting minutes and $476,412.74 in bills (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Glencoe for shared water meter towers (unanimous)
• Approved amended Rules for the Board of Police Commissioners (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance adding Section 19.1 'Disorderly Conduct' to Chapter 15 (unanimous)
• Approved amended motion requiring final landscape plans for BLOC dispensary to return to Board (4-2)
• Approved building elevations, materials, signage, and lighting for BLOC dispensary with final landscape plan subject to Architectural Commission approval (unanimous)

Police Pension Board

The Northfield Police Pension Board voted to move its IPOPIF tranche to June 24, 2022, and approved Resolution 2022-3 appointing authorized agents. It also approved sending transfer letters and directions to Great Lakes Advisors and the custodian, contingent on the May 20 circuit court ruling in Arlington Heights vs. Pritzker. If the court rules the law unconstitutional, the documents will be held pending an Illinois Supreme Court decision.

• Moved IPOPIF tranche to June 24, 2022 (4-0, Scott absent)
• Approved Resolution 2022-3 appointing authorized agents for IPOPIF (4-0)
• Approved sending transfer letters and directions to Great Lakes and custodian, contingent on court ruling (4-0)
• Adjourned at 3:45 p.m.

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several requests for exterior changes. Items include lighting for a new parking lot, cannabis dispensary modifications, and landscaping updates.

• Lighting approval for a new asphalt parking lot at 2100 Sunset Ridge Road
• Exterior façade, lighting, landscaping, and signage for BLOC Dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road
• Landscaping and signage request for Zengeler Cleaners at 310 Happ Road, Suite 132

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider three requests: lighting for a new parking lot at Sunset Ridge Country Club, exterior changes and signage for a proposed cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road, and landscaping and signage for Zengeler Cleaners. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's summary notes.

• 2100 Sunset Ridge Road: lighting for new asphalt parking lot at Sunset Ridge Country Club
• 161 Waukegan Road: exterior façade, lighting, landscaping, and signage for BLOC Dispensary (adult use cannabis)
• 310 Happ Road: landscaping and signage for Zengeler Cleaners
• Approval of April 11, 2022 summary notes

The Architectural Commission approved the exterior facade, signage, and lighting plans for the BLOC cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road, subject to conditions on lighting and cameras. The landscape plan was continued to the June 13, 2022 meeting. The Commission also approved lighting for Sunset Ridge Country Club and landscaping/signage for Zengeler Cleaners.

• Approved parking lot lighting for Sunset Ridge Country Club at 2100 Sunset Ridge Road (unanimous)
• Approved landscaping and signage for Zengeler Cleaners at 310 Happ Road, Suite 132, with changes to plantings (unanimous)
• Approved exterior facade, signage, and lighting for BLOC Dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road, subject to conditions (unanimous)
• Continued landscape plan review for BLOC Dispensary to June 13, 2022 meeting

Village Board

The Board of Trustees will consider adopting the FY2022/23 Village Budget and a Special Use ordinance for a garage at 345 Maple Row. The meeting also includes approval of various consent agenda items such as monthly bills totaling $696,524.69.

• Adoption of the FY2022/23 Village Budget
• Special Use ordinance for a garage at 345 Maple Row
• Bills and Disbursements from March 1 to March 31 totaling $696,524.69
• Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) resolution for FY2022-23 and FY2023-24
• Police Pension Board appointment of Donald Whiteman

The Board approved the FY2022/23 Village budget, which includes $355,000 in additional transfers for capital projects, and a special use ordinance for a detached garage at 345 Maple Row. Consent agenda items, including bills and appointments, were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made; public comment on a proposed senior housing facility was heard but no action was taken.

• Approved FY2022/23 Village budget (unanimous)
• Approved special use for detached garage at 345 Maple Row (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-5 (unanimous)
• Approved bills and disbursements of $696,524.69 (consent agenda)
• Approved Motor Fuel Tax resolution for FY2022-23 and FY2023-24 (consent agenda)
• Approved resolution honoring G. Kirk Bennett (consent agenda)
• Approved commission appointments: Donald Whiteman and Richard Joutras (consent agenda)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider and discuss proposed changes to Chapter 10 of the Village Code, which covers landscaping, screening, and tree preservation. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is open for discussion and public input.

• Public hearing on proposed changes to Chapter 10 (Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation) of the Village Code

Architectural Commission

The Northfield Architectural Commission will consider and discuss proposed changes to Chapter 10 of the Village Code, which covers Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation. The meeting also includes approval of the summary notes from the February 7, 2022 meeting. No final decisions are listed on this agenda; the item is for consideration and discussion only.

• Proposed changes to Chapter 10: Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation
• Approval of summary notes from February 7, 2022 meeting

The Architectural Commission discussed proposed amendments to Chapter 10 (Landscaping, Screening and Tree Preservation) of the Village Code, including new heritage tree protections and fee changes. No final decision was made; the item was continued to the June 13th meeting for further discussion.

• Approved minutes from February 7th meeting (unanimous)
• Continued discussion of tree preservation ordinance amendments to June 13th meeting (unanimous)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a special use request for a property at 345 Maple Row. The request seeks to allow a 687.50 square foot detached garage, bringing total garage space to 1,863.50 square feet, exceeding the 1,200 square feet permitted in the R-1 district. The commission will decide whether to approve the request.

• Special use request for 345 Maple Row to exceed garage size limit
• Proposed detached garage: 687.50 sq ft, total garage space 1,863.50 sq ft
• R-1 Countryside Residential District permits max 1,200 sq ft garage
• Petitioner: John Gregorio
• Public hearing at Northfield Village Hall, 361 Happ Road

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Northfield Plan and Zoning Commission will consider a Special Use request to allow a two-car detached garage at 345 Maple Row that exceeds the code's 1,200-square-foot limit. The proposed garage is 687.50 square feet, bringing the total combined garage space to 1,863.50 square feet. The commission will also approve summary notes from its February 28, 2022 meeting.

• Special Use request for 687.50 sq ft detached garage at 345 Maple Row, total garage space 1,863.50 sq ft vs. 1,200 sq ft code limit
• Petitioner: John Gregorio
• Property PIN: 04-13-302-025
• Project Number: 2022-0053
• Approval of summary notes from February 28, 2022 meeting

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss a special use permit for a cannabis dispensary and a 5% increase in water and sewer rates. The meeting includes a public hearing on the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 2022.

• Proposed adult use cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road
• Proposed 5% change to water and sewer rates effective May 1, 2022
• Engineering agreement with Civiltech Engineering, Inc. for Skokie Valley Trail Phase II for $774,634
• Lease purchase agreement with Huntington Public Capital for five vehicles
• Public hearing on the proposed FY2022/2023 Budget

The Village Board approved a special use ordinance allowing BLOC IL, LLC to operate an adult-use cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road, despite public opposition. The board also approved a 5% water/sewer rate increase effective May 1, 2022, and approved funding and agreements for the Skokie Valley Trail Phase II engineering. Consent agenda items, including bills and appointments, were approved.

• Approved special use for cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road (unanimous)
• Approved 5% water/sewer rate increase effective May 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Skokie Valley Trail Phase II federal participation (unanimous)
• Approved $774,634 engineering agreement with Civiltech for Skokie Valley Trail (unanimous)
• Approved 4-year lease-purchase for public works vehicles at 2.39% interest (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-4 (unanimous)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Northfield Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a Special Use permit to allow an adult use cannabis dispensing organization, BLOC Dispensary, at 161 Waukegan Road. The petitioner is Renu, IL, LLC. The commission will discuss and potentially decide on the request.

• Special Use request for adult use cannabis dispensary (BLOC Dispensary) at 161 Waukegan Road
• Petitioner: Renu, IL, LLC
• Property Index Number: 04-23-401-111
• Project Number: 2022-0021

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will consider a request for a Special Use permit. The proposal involves the operation of an adult use cannabis dispensing organization known as BLOC Dispensary.

• Special Use request for BLOC Dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road
• Approval of November 29, 2021, Summary Notes

The Plan and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a special use permit for an adult-use cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road, operated by Justice Cannabis Company. The recommendation includes conditions such as limited hours (10 a.m.–8 p.m. Mon–Sat, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun), employee parking on the south edge, and future Architectural Commission review of design and lighting. The matter now goes to the Village Board for final decision.

• Approved motion to recommend special use for cannabis dispensary at 161 Waukegan Road (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 29, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Set hours of operation: 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Mon–Sat, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun
• Required employee parking along south edge of site
• Required future Architectural Commission review of elevations, landscaping, lighting, signage
• Required adherence to Gewalt Hamilton report recommendations before building permits
• Amended ownership condition to reference 'successors in interest of John Martin'

Police Pension Board

The Northfield Police Pension Board voted to table the Letter of Direction to U.S. Bank for the March 1 asset transfer to IPOPIF, citing unknowns about costs and cash mechanisms. It also directed its attorney to request moving the fund to a June 1 tranche or later and to lift the asset freeze. Both motions passed unanimously with Trustee Scott absent.

• Tabled Letter of Direction to U.S. Bank for asset transfer (4-0, Scott absent)
• Directed attorney to request IPOPIF move fund to June 1 tranche or later (4-0, Scott absent)

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed amendments to the Tree Preservation Ordinance, including new heritage tree categories. Additionally, the Board is discussing several special project requests for consideration in the FY 2022/23 budget.

• Updated Tree Preservation Ordinance featuring 'heritage tree' definitions and replacement ratios
• Council Chamber Renovation project request
• Winnetka Avenue Flashing Pedestrian Crossing project request
• 50/50 Parkway Tree Program project request

The Village Board reviewed and discussed the updated Tree Preservation Ordinance, agreeing to send a final draft to the Architectural Commission for review and a public meeting. For FY 2022/23 special projects, the Board allocated $250,000 for Council Chamber renovation, $60,000 for three flashing pedestrian crossings, $15,000 for a Business Support Program, $10,000 for Village Center signage design, and $20,000 for Park District special events. The Board declined the Chamber of Commerce's $10,000 supplemental request and the $10,000 Dangerous Animal Program supplement, and recommended a website refresh with no out-of-pocket costs.

• Approved the January 18, 2022 Report of Proceedings unanimously.
• Agreed to send the revised Tree Preservation Ordinance to the Architectural Commission for review and a public meeting.
• Allocated $250,000 to the Council Chamber Renovation.
• Set aside $60,000 for three flashing pedestrian crossings, with plans to apply for an Invest in Cook grant.
• Decreased the Business Support Program allocation to $15,000, requesting a detailed spending outline.
• Declined the Chamber of Commerce's $10,000 supplemental request.
• Declined the $10,000 annual supplement for the Dangerous Animal Program.
• Allocated $10,000 for Village Center gateway and way-finding signage design, and $20,000 for Park District special events.

Village Board

The Village Board is meeting to consider several contracts for infrastructure and technology, including water meter installation and aerial topography. The board will also review bills and disbursements totaling $516,750.12.

• Contract to Core and Main for $900,398 for Sensus FlexNet water meters and gateway base station
• Contract to Ayres Associates for aerial Lidar topography not to exceed $42,670
• Bills and disbursements from January 1 to January 31, 2022, totaling $516,750.12
• Resolution endorsing the Community Solar Clearinghouse Program
• Resolution honoring Ron Johnson for 28 years of service

The Board approved a contract with Core and Main for $900,398 to purchase and install new Sensus FlexNet water meters and a gateway base station, plus a 15% contingency and a $51,250 tower contingency. They also approved a resolution endorsing the Community Solar Clearinghouse Program and a contract with Ayres Associates for aerial Lidar topography not to exceed $42,670. All votes were unanimous with no abstentions.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1-3, including minutes, bills of $516,750.12, and a resolution honoring Ron Johnson.
• Approved contract with Core and Main for $900,398 for water meters and base station, plus contingencies.
• Approved resolution endorsing the Community Solar Clearinghouse Program.
• Approved contract with Ayres Associates for aerial Lidar topography, not to exceed $42,670.

Architectural Commission

The Northfield Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for approval of facade changes for Zengeler Cleaners at 310 Happ Road, Suite 132. The petitioner is Tom Zengeler on behalf of the business. The commission will decide whether to approve the proposed changes.

• Facade changes for Zengeler Cleaners at 310 Happ Road, Suite 132
• Petitioner: Tom Zengeler
• Property Index Number: 05-19-327-005
• Project Number: 2022-0022

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider a request for facade changes at Zengeler Cleaners, located at 310 Happ Road, Suite 132. The commission will also approve summary notes from its November 8, 2021 meeting.

• Facade changes for Zengeler Cleaners at 310 Happ Road, Suite 132
• Petitioner: Tom Zengeler on behalf of Zengeler Cleaners
• Property Index Number: 05-19-327-005
• Project Number: 2022-0022

The Northfield Architectural Commission unanimously approved facade changes for Zengeler Cleaners at 310 Happ Road, including a new sliding glass door and window configuration. Landscaping and signage were deferred to a future meeting. The minutes were also approved.

• Approved minutes from November 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved facade changes for Zengeler Cleaners at 310 Happ Road (unanimous)
• Deferred landscaping and signage for 310 Happ Road to future meeting

Police Pension Board

The Northfield Police Pension Board approved the transfer of its assets to the Illinois Police Officers' Pension Investment Fund (IPOPIF), effective March 1, 2022, and adopted Resolution 2022-1 appointing authorized agents. The board also approved the 2022 pension increases, the Great Lakes Advisors investment report, the treasurer's report and bills, and new member and retirement applications. The revised Municipal Compliance Report was tabled until April.

• Approved Resolution 2022-1 appointing authorized agents for IPOPIF transfer (5-0)
• Approved asset transfer letter to Great Lakes Advisors for March 1, 2022 transfer (5-0)
• Approved Great Lakes Advisors investment report (5-0)
• Approved treasurer's report and bills totaling $79,029.43 (5-0)
• Approved 2022 pension increases for pensioners (5-0)
• Approved membership application for Rafael Robledo (5-0)
• Approved retirement benefits for Cpl. Chad Jones and QILDRO with America Jones (5-0)
• Approved 2022/2023 engagement letter with Ottosen-DiNolfo at $490/month (5-0)

Village Board

The Village Board is meeting to approve annual administrative appointments and a Cook County indemnification agreement. The board will also consider purchasing replacement point-to-point equipment from Scientel Solutions and amending the Village Policy Handbook.

• Purchase of replacement point-to-point equipment from Scientel Solutions for $26,783.08
• Bills and disbursements totaling $586,543.69 for the period of November 16 to December 31, 2021
• Annual appointments for Village Clerk, Deputy Village Clerk, and Treasurer
• Indemnification Agreement Ordinance with Cook County for 2022
• Proposed amendments to the consolidated Village Policy Handbook

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including minutes, bills, appointments, and an indemnification agreement. They also approved a contract with Scientel Solutions for $26,783.08 to replace the point-to-point wireless network connection between Village Hall and Public Works/Fire, and adopted a series of amendments to the Village's policies and procedures, including a new Social Media Policy.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-5 (unanimous)
• Approved $26,783.08 contract with Scientel Solutions for wireless network replacement (unanimous)
• Adopted amendments to Village policies and procedures (unanimous)

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposal for a senior housing facility at 778 and 790 Frontage Road, which currently prohibits residential use. The board will also consider joining the Community Solar Clearinghouse Solution (CS2) Residential Program to provide residents with solar subscription options.

• Proposed senior housing facility at 778 and 790 Frontage Road
• Metropolitan Mayor’s Caucus Community Solar Clearinghouse Solution (CS2) Residential Program
• Approval of December 7, 2021 Report of Proceedings

The Village Board discussed and expressed support for joining the Community Solar Clearinghouse Solutions (CS2) Program, directing staff to draft a resolution for a future vote. The Board also heard a presentation on a proposed senior housing facility at 778 and 790 Frontage Road but declined to move the project forward, citing conflicts with the Comprehensive Plan and zoning code that prioritize automotive and office uses in that corridor.

• Approved December 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft resolution to join CS2 community solar program
• Declined to pursue senior housing facility at 778 and 790 Frontage Road
• Agreed to investigate and validate developer's sales tax revenue questions