Northfield public meetings in 2025

Special Meetings

The Happ Road Committee will meet to review notes from the November 19 meeting and receive updates from the Village. The agenda includes reports from the Business and Resident Outreach Committees and the Writing Committee.

• Review of November 19, 2025 meeting notes
• Business Outreach Committee report
• Resident Outreach Committee report
• Writing Committee report

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to review a signage application and discuss commercial design guidelines. The body is considering a request for two signs at 300 Happ Road.

• Application for two 15.8 square foot box signs for Mike’s Barbershop at 300 Happ Road, Suite 114
• Discussion of updating design guidelines for the Village’s commercial districts

Architectural Commission

The Northfield Architectural Commission will first approve the summary notes from its October 14, 2025 meeting. It will then consider an application for two 15.8‑square‑foot box signs for Mike’s Barbershop located at 300 Happ Road, Suite 114. Finally, the commission will discuss updating the village’s design guidelines for its commercial districts.

• Approve summary notes of the Architectural Commission – October 14, 2025
• Application for two 15.8 sq ft box signs for Mike’s Barbershop at 300 Happ Road, Suite 114
• Discussion of updating design guidelines for the Village’s commercial districts

The Northfield Architectural Commission, with Kathryn Talty serving as acting chair, approved the summary notes from the October 14 meeting by unanimous voice vote. After that, the commission held a hearing on an application for two 15.8‑square‑foot box signs for Mike's Barbershop at 300 Happ Road, Suite 114. No vote or final decision on the sign application was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved October 14 summary notes (unanimous voice vote)
• Heard sign application for Mike's Barbershop at 300 Happ Rd, Suite 114 – no decision recorded

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will consider a request from Reva Development Partners to purchase the Village‑owned Hawthorne Lane right‑of‑way adjacent to 464‑466 Central Avenue. The board will also review design and construction cost estimates for a proposed public parking lot near the 1700 block of Orchard Lane ($38,000 design fees, $200,000 construction). A discussion will cover a rent increase of $125 per month for the Village‑owned condominiums at 308 Happ Road and a change to annual lease cycles. Additional items include a potential closed session, service‑delivery discussion, and employee hiring methodology.

• Request to purchase Hawthorne Lane ROW near 466 Central Ave (Reva Development)
• Public parking lot design fees $38,000 and construction estimate $200,000 near 1700 block Orchard Lane
• Rent increase $125 per month and annual lease cycle for condos at 308 Happ Road
• Potential closed session (30 minutes)
• Discussion of Village service delivery (15 minutes)

The board unanimously approved the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes. Trustees voted to convene a Closed Session to consider setting a price for the sale or lease of Village‑owned land near 466 Central Avenue. After the Closed Session, the board adjourned the meeting by unanimous voice vote. No other actions were decided.

• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved motion to convene Closed Session to consider sale/lease of land near 466 Central Ave (AYES: Orth, NAYS: 0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will consider several actions at its December 2 meeting, including adopting an ordinance that amends Chapter 11 and Appendix D of the Village Code to modify commercial outdoor dining regulations. The board will also adopt an ordinance concerning the 2025 tax levy and a resolution that abates property taxes related to the 2015 General Obligation Refunding Bond. In addition, the board will approve October 2025 bills and disbursements totaling $2,497,639.62 and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Adoption of an ordinance amending Chapter 11 and Appendix D – commercial outdoor dining
• Adoption of an ordinance concerning the 2025 tax levy
• Approval of a resolution abating 2025 property taxes for the 2015 GO Refunding Bond
• Approval of bills and disbursements for October 2025 – total $2,497,639.62
• Approval of minutes from the October 28, 2025 regular and closed sessions and prior closed sessions

The Village Board approved the October 2025 bills and disbursements, adopted several consent items including the 2025 tax levy ordinance, and passed an ordinance changing Chapter 11 and Appendix D of the Village Code to streamline commercial outdoor dining permits. All motions passed with six votes in favor and none opposed.

• Approved October 2025 bills and disbursements (6‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items: meeting minutes, 2025 tax levy ordinance, and property‑tax abatement resolution (6‑0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 11 and Appendix D for commercial outdoor dining (6‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Special Meetings

The Happ Road Committee will meet on November 19, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Multi‑Purpose Room. The agenda includes a preliminary draft recommendation for the Happ Road Improvement Committee, along with routine items such as meeting notes, old business, a village update, outreach committee reports, and audience comments. No specific decisions are listed beyond discussion of the draft recommendation.

• Preliminary Draft – Happ Road Improvement Committee Recommendation
• Review of meeting notes from 9 October 2025
• Discussion of old business
• Village update presentation
• Outreach committee reports

The Happ Road Committee approved the formation of two outreach groups—one for businesses and one for residents—to gather input on the corridor project. The committee set a target to complete its final report by March and scheduled the next full committee meeting for a date between December 11 and December 23. No formal votes or budget allocations were recorded.

• Formed business outreach group (members: Asheesh, Andrew, Pam, Kelly, Sarah, Jennifer)
• Formed resident outreach group (members: Edwin, Alicia, Francisco, Maureen, Christine, Samantha)
• Set target for final report completion by March
• Scheduled next full committee meeting for a date between Dec 11 and Dec 23
• Resident group agreed to meet after Thanksgiving, tentatively Dec 2 or Dec 3
• Business group tasked with compiling a complete business email list

Board of Police Commissioners

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Architectural Commission

The Northfield Architectural Commission will approve the summary notes from its October 14, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss design guidelines for the village’s commercial zoning districts. No other items are on the agenda.

• Approve summary notes of Architectural Commission meeting – October 14, 2025
• Discuss design guidelines for Village’s commercial zoning districts

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, November 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Board Room. The hearing will focus on discussing the design guidelines for the Village’s commercial zoning districts. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Discussion of design guidelines for the Village’s commercial zoning districts

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Northfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on November 5, 2025, to consider two requests: a front yard variation for a garage addition at 514 Woodland Lane South and a deadline extension for a new residence at 1386 Winnetka Road.

• 514 Woodland Lane South: Front yard variation request for garage addition
• 1386 Winnetka Road: Request to extend building permit deadline to June 1, 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a front‑yard setback variance for 514 Woodland Lane South, seeking a 31.5‑foot setback instead of the required 35‑foot setback to permit garage replacement and a second‑floor addition. The board will also review a request from Red3 Development, LLC to extend the construction deadline for a new single‑family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road to June 1 2026. Public comment will be offered before the meeting adjourns.

• 514 Woodland Lane South – front‑yard setback variance (31.5 ft vs 35 ft) for garage replacement and second‑floor addition.
• 1386 Winnetka Road – request to extend building‑permit construction deadline to June 1 2026 for new single‑family home.

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a front‑yard setback variance for 514 Woodland Lane South, allowing a 31.50‑foot setback instead of the required 35.00 feet, with the variance effective until November 5 2026 and contingent on a building permit being issued within one year. The board also unanimously granted a seven‑month extension of the building permit for 1386 Winnetka Road, extending the deadline to June 1 2026. Both motions carried with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved front‑yard setback variance for 514 Woodland Lane South (7‑0)
• Granted seven‑month building‑permit extension for 1386 Winnetka Road (7‑0)
• Approved July 2 2025 summary notes (4‑0‑3 abstain)

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several agenda items, including continued discussion of the village-owned condominiums at 308 Happ Road, implementation items from the Vision Plan 2040, a proposal for public parking in the 1700‑block of Orchard Lane, and a process to address resident requests related to dedication of private roadways and creation of special service areas. No decisions are indicated; the items are slated for discussion.

• Continued discussion of village-owned condominiums at 308 Happ Road
• Discussion of implementation items from Vision Plan 2040
• Discussion of proposed public parking in the 1700‑block of Orchard Lane
• Discussion of process to address resident requests on dedication of private roadways and creation of special service areas

The Board approved the September 30 minutes with a 5‑in‑favor, 1‑against voice vote. It agreed to consider selling a vacant village‑owned condo unit, raise rents by $125 per month, and align lease terms with the fiscal year and CPI. The Board gave consensus approval to proceed with design and construction of a public parking lot in the 1700 block of Orchard Lane, estimating $38,000 in design fees and $200,000 for construction. Staff was tasked with drafting a policy for Special Service Areas and roadway dedication requests for future board review.

• Approved September 30 minutes (voice vote 5‑in‑favor, 1‑against)
• Consensused to consider selling a condo unit upon vacancy and raise rents $125/month
• Consensused to align condo lease cycle with fiscal year and adjust rents by CPI
• Consensused to move forward with design and construction of Orchard Lane parking lot ($38k design, $200k construction)
• Consensused to continue Special Service Area practice pending credit‑worthiness review
• Consensused to create policy for roadway dedication and SSAs to present at future meeting
• Consensused to implement Vision Plan 2040 recommendations as outlined
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss several infrastructure projects, including the West Frontage Water Main and Middlefork Road Bridge. The board is also reviewing September 2025 bills and disbursements totaling $1,424,323.30.

• Award of West Frontage Water Main Project to Everlast Blacktop, Inc. for $805,950
• Professional Services Agreement with Ciorba for West Frontage Water Main construction management for $80,212
• Architectural services agreement with Wight & Company for the Library Branch for $136,400
• Design services agreement for the Middlefork Road Bridge up to $70,000
• Ordinance amending Village Code Chapter 3 regarding temporary traffic control and parking

The Village Board approved the September 2025 bills and disbursements, the consent agenda items, a design services agreement up to $70,000 for the Middlefork Road Bridge, a $805,950 contract for the West Frontage Water Main replacement and an $80,212 construction‑management agreement, and a $136,400 architectural services agreement for the library branch. Each motion passed with six votes in favor and none opposed. No public comments were received on any of the items.

• Approved September 2025 bills and disbursements (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑4 (minutes, fund balance policy, traffic ordinance, tax levy) (6-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Middlefork Road residents and design services up to $70,000 (6-0)
• Approved West Frontage Water Main project award to Everlast Blacktop, Inc. for $805,950 (6-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Ciorba for $80,212 (6-0)
• Authorized execution of library architectural services agreement with Wight & Company for $136,400 (6-0)

Police Pension Board

The Northfield Police Pension Fund Board will review and vote on several financial and administrative items, including cash projections and a repeat withdrawal request for 2026 from the Illinois Public Officers Pension Investment Fund (IPOPIF). The agenda also includes termination of retirement benefits for two pensioners, Ken Smith and Tony English, and a recommendation of a tax levy with a municipal compliance certification. Additional items cover meeting minutes, investment updates, and upcoming training opportunities.

• Approval of 2026 repeat withdrawals from IPOPIF
• Termination of retirement benefits for Ken Smith and Tony English
• Recommendation of tax levy and certification of municipal compliance report
• Review of cash projections and cash needs
• Investment update – Verus Advisory Report

The Northfield Police Pension Fund Board approved the corrected minutes from August 20, 2025. It adopted a $1,791,955 tax levy request to the Village Board and certified the municipal compliance report. The Board also approved several financial actions, adjusted the IPOPIF withdrawal amount, terminated two retirees' benefits, and set the 2026 quarterly meeting dates.

• Approved corrected minutes of Aug 20 2025 (AYES: Bell, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; NAYS: none; ABSENT: Lustig)
• Approved tax levy request of $1,791,955 and certified municipal compliance report (AYES: Bell, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; NAYS: none; ABSENT: Lustig)
• Approved July‑Sept 2025 financial statements and payment of bills totaling $30,080.85 (AYES: Bell, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; NAYS: none; ABSENT: Lustig)
• Modified IPOPIF repeat withdrawal to $185,000 per month starting Jan 2026 (AYES: Bell, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; NAYS: none; ABSENT: Lustig)
• Approved filing of the DOI Annual Statement (voice vote, passed)
• Accepted IPOPIF investment reports (AYES: Beli, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; NAYS: none; ABSENT: Lustig)
• Terminated benefits for Ken Smith and Tony English (AYES: Bell, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; NAYS: none; ABSENT: Lustig)
• Approved quarterly meeting dates for 2026 (AYES: Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes, Bell; NAYS: none; ABSENT: Lustig)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider four applications for variations to village ordinances. These requests involve signage for businesses, a residential fence, and athletic facility upgrades for a school district.

• 1721 Orchard Lane: Request for window clings and wall signs totaling 80.13 square feet
• 820 Frontage Road: Request for a 74.7 square foot wall sign for BluePearl Pet Hospital
• 1940 Sunset Ridge Road: Request for an 8-foot high fence
• 7 Happ Road: Request for a 617 square foot video scoreboard and two 114 square foot scoreboards
• 7 Happ Road: Request for light fixtures up to 90 feet tall and 18-foot safety netting fencing

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will first approve the summary notes from its September 8, 2025 meeting. It will then consider four applications that each require variances from the village sign, fence, or lighting ordinances. The items include signage at Dana Reed Designs, a wall sign for BluePearl Pet Hospital, a taller fence at 1940 Sunset Ridge Road, and multiple scoreboard, lighting and fencing proposals from New Trier Township High School District 203 at 7 Happ Road.

• Variation for signage at Dana Reed Designs, 1721 Orchard Lane – five window cling displays and a wall sign totaling 80.13 sq ft, exceeding sign ordinance limits.
• Variation for a 74.7 sq ft wall sign for BluePearl Pet Hospital, 820 Frontage Road, exceeding the 50 sq ft limit in Section 12.4.I.
• Variation to install an eight‑foot high fence along the south property line of 1940 Sunset Ridge Road, exceeding the four‑foot limit in Section 18‑10.
• Variations for New Trier Township High School District 203 at 7 Happ Road: a 617 sq ft video scoreboard, two 114 sq ft scoreboards, 80‑, 50‑, and 90‑ft light fixtures, and up to 18‑ft safety‑netting fencing, all exceeding ordinance limits.

The commission approved a set of signage variations for Dana Reed Designs Jeweler at 1721 Orchard Lane, including increased lot coverage and rotating window clings. It also approved a variation for BluePearl Pet Hospital at 820 West Frontage Road, allowing a 74.7‑sq‑ft channel‑letter wall sign. Both motions passed unanimously (chorus of ayes). No other decisions were recorded.

• Approved signage variation for Dana Reed Designs Jeweler at 1721 Orchard Lane (unanimous)
• Approved variation for BluePearl Pet Hospital sign at 820 West Frontage Road (unanimous)

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The board will meet to review the treasurer's report and discuss old and new business. No specific action items or contracts were listed on the agenda.

The board unanimously approved five equipment purchases, each limited to a specific amount: $600 for fitness vests, $12,000 for workout apparel, $300 for a shop vac, $500 for fans and clocks, and $3,000 for Adirondack chairs. Brad Knudson was added as a new foreign fire member without a special election, and board leadership was updated with Clement as Chairman and D. Shine as Vice Chairman.

• Approved purchase of fitness vests and weighted plates (≤ $600) – unanimous
• Approved purchase of workout apparel online store (≤ $12,000) – unanimous
• Approved purchase of a shop vac (≤ $300) – unanimous
• Approved purchase of fans and clocks for bunkrooms (≤ $500) – unanimous
• Approved purchase of Adirondack chairs (≤ $3,000) – unanimous
• Added Brad Knudson as new foreign fire member – unanimous
• Named Clement as Chairman – unanimous
• Named D. Shine as Vice Chairman – unanimous

Special Meetings

The Happ Road Committee will meet to review project updates and goals. The agenda includes a discussion on a Cook County right-of-way and sidewalk proposal.

• Cook County right-of-way/sidewalk proposal
• Happ Road project updates from Andrew Juedes
• Review of suggestions for Happ Road from September 2, 2025

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will vote on the FY2024/2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the Police Pension Actuarial Report. Members will continue discussion of the village's credit‑card processing fees, which total about $60,000 per year. The board will consider elevating the part‑time building official to a full‑time position with a salary range of $110,000‑$120,000. An update on the Winnetka Road Bridge project, estimated at $200,000 with a $16,000 savings, will also be reviewed.

• Approval of the FY2024/2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Discussion and acceptance of the Police Pension Actuarial Report for FY ending April 30, 2025
• Continued discussion of credit‑card processing fees (~$60,000 annually) and possible surcharges
• Staffing request to make the building official full‑time (salary $110,000‑$120,000)
• Winnetka Road Bridge enhancements project cost $200,000 with $16,000 savings

The Village Board approved the August 26 minutes, accepted the FY2024/25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and approved the Police Pension Actuarial Report recommending a $1,791,955 contribution. Discussions were held on credit‑card processing fees and revisions to the Fund Balance Policy, but no votes were taken on those items. The meeting was adjourned at 6:46 PM.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2024/25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (6‑0)
• Accepted Police Pension Actuarial Report recommending $1,791,955 contribution (6‑0)
• Discussed credit‑card processing fee policy (no vote)
• Discussed revisions to Fund Balance Policy (no decision)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will consider several consent items, including approval of the August 2025 bills and disbursements, adoption of the FY 2025‑26 budget amendment, and appointment of a new Architecture Commission member. It will also vote on an intergovernmental agreement with the Winnetka‑Northfield Public Library District and a Planned Unit Development ordinance for 405 Central Avenue. All items are listed as consent items for an omnibus vote.

• Authorize contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. for the 2025 Pavement Patching Program, not to exceed $66,225
• Execute intergovernmental agreement with the Winnetka‑Northfield Public Library District for facility expansion
• Adopt ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2025‑26 budget
• Appoint Jen Andrew to the Architecture Commission to fill the remaining term ending September 1, 2025
• Adopt ordinance granting approval of a Planned Unit Development and zoning relief at 405 Central Avenue

The Board approved the August 2025 bills and disbursements, the consent agenda items—including a $66,225 pavement‑patching contract, an intergovernmental agreement with the Winnetka‑Northfield Public Library District, a budget amendment, and the appointment of Jen Andrew to the Architecture Commission—and adopted an ordinance granting a Planned Unit Development and zoning relief for a 5‑story condominium at 405 Central Avenue. All motions passed unanimously with six votes in favor and none opposed.

• Approved August 2025 bills and disbursements (6‑0)
• Approved contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services, up to $66,225 for pavement patching (6‑0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Winnetka‑Northfield Public Library District for facility expansion (6‑0)
• Adopted amendment to FY 2025‑26 budget (6‑0)
• Appointed Jen Andrew to Architecture Commission (6‑0)
• Adopted ordinance granting Planned Unit Development and zoning relief for 405 Central Avenue (6‑0)

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will meet at the Happ Inn, Better Time Conference Room, 305 Happ Road on September 17, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. The agenda includes a call to order, a public comment period, and a two‑hour visioning session to discuss goals for the village’s commercial areas. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Visioning session discussing goals for the Village’s commercial areas
• Public comment period
• Call to order and adjournment

The Committee of the Whole met on September 17, 2025 to review the Vision Plan 2040 for commercial districts. No formal actions or approvals were taken; the discussion was informational. The meeting was adjourned after Trustee Orth moved to adjourn, seconded by Trustee Whittaker, and a unanimous voice vote approved the motion.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Architectural Commission

The Northfield Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on three petitions: two permanent signage requests for Dana Reed Designs and Endeavor Health, and a site plan for a new five-story condominium building at 405 Central Avenue.

• 1721 Orchard Lane: permanent signage approval for Dana Reed Designs
• 211 Waukegan Road: permanent signage approval for Endeavor Health
• 405 Central Avenue: site plan, façade, lighting, landscaping, and hardscape approval for a 12-unit condominium building

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider requests for permanent signage and a new residential development. The body is reviewing site plans and exterior designs for a proposed five-story building.

• Proposed five-story, 12-unit condominium building at 405 Central Avenue
• Permanent signage request for Dana Reed Designs at 1721 Orchard Lane
• Permanent signage request for Endeavor Health at 211 Waukegan Road

The Architectural Commission reviewed a request from Dana Reed Designs for permanent signage and window clings at 1721 Orchard Lane. Commissioners asked questions about size, placement, material, and compliance with sign regulations. No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded.

Special Meetings

The Happ Road Committee will hold a special meeting to continue discussing goals for the Happ Corridor and review a presentation by Francisco Gonzalez-Pulido. The meeting includes a walking tour of the corridor from Willow Road to Winnetka Road before returning to Village Hall for introductions and public comment.

• Walking tour of Happ Corridor (Willow Rd to Winnetka Rd)
• Continued discussion of Happ Road Committee goals
• Presentation of Francisco Gonzalez-Pulido concept

The Happ Road Committee held a walking tour of the north corridor and gathered resident input on visibility, road straightening, and pedestrian access. The members nominated and accepted Alicia Bellar as the committee secretary. The group agreed on a revised vision statement for Happ Road, noting it will be reviewed at the next meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for October 9.

• Alicia Bellar appointed committee secretary (accepted without opposition)
• Committee adopted revised vision statement for Happ Road (to be revisited at next meeting)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Planned Unit Development (P.U.D.) application. The petitioner is seeking to build a five-story, 12-unit condominium building. The request includes relief from several B-3 Zoning District standards.

• P.U.D. application for 405 Central Avenue (Project PZ2025-0011)
• Request to reduce east side yard from 10’ to 3’
• Request to reduce north rear yard from 10’ to 3’-8”
• Request to increase maximum building height from 65’ to 76’
• Request to reduce minimum loading berths from 2 to 0

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Northfield Plan and Zoning Commission will review and likely vote on a Planned Unit Development (PUD) application for a five-story, 12-unit condominium building at 405 Central Avenue. The petitioner, James Schueller of Bloomfield Development Company, LLC, is seeking relief from multiple zoning standards in the B-3 district.

• 405 Central Avenue PUD for 12-unit condo building
• Relief requested from B-3 zoning standards: 10’ min side yard → 3’, 10’ min rear yard → 3’-8”, 65’ max height → 76’, 2 min loading berths → 0
• Project number: PZ2025-0011
• Property Index Number: 05-19-114-024

The Plan and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from its August 7, 2025 meeting by unanimous consent. The commission then held a public hearing on the proposed PUD at 405 Central Avenue, noting it is a recommending body and will forward its recommendation to the Village President and Board of Trustees. No final decision on the PUD was made at this meeting.

• Approved minutes from August 7, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a resident request for technical assistance regarding a deteriorated private bridge on Middlefork Road. The board will also consider passing through credit card processing fees and staffing for the Building Division.

• Discussion on technical assistance for the private Middlefork Bridge serving 10 homes
• Proposal to pass-through credit card processing fees
• Discussion on Building Division staffing
• Update on Winnetka Road Bridge enhancements

The Village Board unanimously approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved passing credit‑card processing fees to homeowners for escrow and large‑ticket items, but not for utilities. The Board authorized moving forward with a full‑time building official position (salary $110,000‑$120,000) and will advertise both part‑time and full‑time roles. It agreed to reassess placement of the Northfield logo on the Winnetka Road Bridge after new drawings are received.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved surcharge on credit‑card fees for escrow and large items (no vote recorded)
• Authorized creation of full‑time building official position ($110k‑$120k) (no vote recorded)
• Will advertise part‑time and full‑time building official positions (no vote recorded)
• Agreed to explore alternate placement of Northfield logo on Winnetka Road Bridge (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will hold its regular meeting at Village Hall to review and vote on routine bills, disbursements, and several action items. The board will also discuss and potentially approve a new grocery tax, parking changes near New Trier High School, and multiple intergovernmental agreements.

• Authorization to purchase a Kubota Mini-Excavator with attachments from McCullough Implement Company for up to $44,000
• Adoption of a resolution to use $82,000 in Motor Fuel Tax Funds for maintenance costs
• Adoption of an ordinance to implement a Grocery Retailers’ and Service Occupation Tax
• Approval of an intergovernmental agreement and ordinance amendment concerning parking at New Trier High School West Campus
• Authorization to execute a Master License Agreement with EzFiber of Houston, Texas for use of the public right-of-way

The Board approved the July 2025 bills and disbursements with a 6‑0 vote. It then approved all seven Consent Agenda items, including a $44,000 purchase of a Kubota mini‑excavator, with a 6‑0 vote. Finally, the Board adopted an ordinance amending Article 5 of the Village Code to implement a grocery retailers’ and service occupation tax, passing 5‑1.

• Approved July 2025 bills and disbursements (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑7, including $44,000 excavator purchase (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Article 5 to implement grocery retailers’ and service occupation tax (5-1)

Police Pension Board

The Northfield Police Pension Board will hold its regular meeting to conduct annual officer elections, approve minutes, and review financial reports including treasurer’s and investment updates. The board will also discuss membership applications, actuarial valuations, and resolutions related to signatory authority and agent appointments.

• Annual officer elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, and Assistant Secretary
• Approval of minutes from April 16, 2025, and six-month review of closed minutes
• Review of treasurer’s and investment reports (Lauterbach & Amen, Verus Advisory)
• Review and approval of cash projections, cash needs, and target cash balances
• Review and approval of applications for membership for Officers Patino, Delichte, Alcantar, and Lazon

The Northfield Police Pension Board elected its officers and approved the prior meeting minutes. It accepted the actuarial valuation and the monthly financial report. The board authorized a recurring $190,000 withdrawal from the Illinois Police Officers’ Pension Investment Fund to cover cash needs. It also approved new member applications and two resolutions on signatory and IPOPIF agent authority.

• Elected board officers – approved (3-0 roll call)
• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes – approved (3-0 roll call)
• Accepted actuarial valuation – approved (voice vote)
• Approved monthly financial report – approved (3-0 roll call)
• Established $190,000 monthly withdrawal from IPOPIF – approved (3-0 roll call)
• Approved membership for Officers Patino, Delichte, Alcantar, Lezon – approved (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-02 (signatory authority) – approved (3-0 roll call)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-03 (IPOPIF authorized agents) – approved (3-0 roll call)

Special Meetings

The Happ Road Committee is meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, and next steps. The body will also determine its chairperson and establish how frequently it will meet.

• Discussion of goals and objectives
• Determination of chairperson
• Establishment of meeting frequency

The Happ Road Committee agreed to meet every two weeks to advance its six‑month goal. Members also agreed to have Village Manager Patrick Brennan solicit chairperson votes by email. The group will continue goal discussions, identify stakeholders, develop an engagement plan, and review the road concept prepared by Francisco Gonzales‑Pulido at the next meeting.

• Adopted biweekly meeting schedule (consensus)
• Agreed to solicit chairperson votes via email (consensus)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will consider two petitions from SDGDCG Northfield LLC regarding the property at 1822 Willow Road. The body will discuss a special use permit for a food store and a request for a two-lot subdivision.

• Special Use petition for a food store at 1822 Willow Road (PZ2025-0009)
• Two-lot subdivision petition at 1822 Willow Road to create an out lot (PZ2025-0010)

The Northfield Plan and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from its June 2, 2025 meeting. The commission then held a public hearing on a special‑use permit and a subdivision request for 1822 Willow Road, but as a recommending body it will forward its recommendation to the Village President and Board of Trustees for final action. No final decision on the permit or subdivision was made at this meeting.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review two petitions from SDGDCG Northfield LLC. The body will discuss a special use request for a food store and a proposal for a two-lot subdivision at 1822 Willow Road.

• Special Use petition for a food store at 1822 Willow Road (PZ2025-0009)
• Two-lot subdivision petition at 1822 Willow Road to create an out lot (PZ2025-0010)

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The board will meet to conduct general business, including a treasurer's report and a review of pending purchases. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

The board approved the purchase of a Milwaukee impact wrench (up to $350), a Tekton impact socket set (up to $400), and a hose‑testing contract with Firecatt (up to $5,000), each passing unanimously. The battery‑powered clock purchase was tabled. The board also decided to hold a special election for the Garard position, with Clement becoming chairman to oversee it.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Milwaukee 1/2" impact wrench purchase up to $350 (unanimous)
• Approved Tekton 1/2" impact socket set purchase up to $400 (unanimous)
• Approved hose testing contract with Firecatt up to $5,000 (unanimous)
• Tabled battery‑powered clock purchase
• Planned special election for Garard position; Clement to become chairman and schedule election

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will discuss whether to implement a local 1% grocery and grocery service occupation tax before a state-wide tax is repealed on January 1, 2026. The board is reviewing the financial impact and actions of neighboring communities.

• Discussion of 1% Municipal Grocery Retailers’ Occupation Tax and Municipal Grocery Service Occupation Tax
• Discussion of electric scooter and bicycle safety
• Update on Centennial Celebration planning
• Approval of June 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The Committee approved the Open and Closed Session Minutes from June 17, 2025 by unanimous vote. Trustees decided to present a grocery sales tax ordinance at the August Board meeting, with a fallback to reconsider it in February or March 2026 if not passed. The Board gave consent for the Village Manager and President to seek community donations for the 2026 Centennial Celebration planning. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved June 17, 2025 Open and Closed Session Minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to bring grocery sales tax ordinance to August Board meeting
• Approved exploring community donations for Centennial Celebration planning (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on several infrastructure contracts and administrative appointments. The meeting includes the review of June 2025 bills and disbursements totaling $2,196,141.81.

• Bosworth Sidewalk Project award to A Lamp Concrete Contractors not to exceed $264,070
• 2025 Window Replacement Project award to McCann Window and Exterior for $49,584
• Roadway Condition Assessment proposal from IMS Infrastructure Management Services not to exceed $29,575
• Appointment of Stephanie Harper Stefanik to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Appointment of Greg Jones of Ancel Glink as Village Attorney

The Village Board unanimously approved the Bosworth Sidewalk Project contract up to $264,070, ratified the $57,300 award for the Village Hall window replacement, and approved a $29,575 roadway condition assessment. It also appointed Greg Jones as village attorney and Stephanie Harper Stefanik to the Zoning Board of Appeals, adopted an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Village Code and a resolution revising the 2025 meeting schedule, and rejected the sole bid for the W. Frontage Water Main project. All votes were 6‑0 with no public comments recorded.

• Approved Bosworth Sidewalk Project contract up to $264,070 (6-0)
• Ratified award of 2025 Window Replacement Project to McCann for $57,300 (6-0)
• Approved roadway condition assessment by IMS up to $29,575 (6-0)
• Appointed Greg Jones of Ancel Glink as Village Attorney (6-0)
• Appointed Stephanie Harper Stefanik to Zoning Board of Appeals (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 2 of Village Code (6-0)
• Adopted resolution revising 2025 regular meeting schedule (6-0)
• Rejected sole bid for W. Frontage Water Main project (6-0)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request from New Trier Township High School District 203. The body will discuss relocating an existing scoreboard and installing a new one at the practice fields.

• Request for a 114 square foot scoreboard at 7 Happ Road
• Proposed variation from Sign Ordinance Section 12-5(R) regarding the 24 square foot limit for athletic field scoreboards

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will review a request from New Trier Township High School District 203. The body is considering a variation from the Sign Ordinance to allow a scoreboard larger than the standard limit.

• Request to relocate an existing scoreboard and install a new 114 square foot scoreboard at 7 Happ Road
• Proposed variation from Sign Ordinance Section 12-5(R), which limits athletic field scoreboards to 24 square feet

The Architectural Commission considered a petition to vary Section 12-5(R) of the Sign Ordinance to permit a new 114‑square‑foot scoreboard at the New Trier athletic fields on 7 Happ Road, and to allow an identical future sign on an adjacent field. Commissioners moved a motion to approve the variation, which was seconded and passed unanimously. No other agenda items were decided.

• Approved sign ordinance variation for 114‑sq‑ft scoreboard (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Northfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request to allow a two-story addition to a single-family home at 530 Woodland Lane South. The petitioner seeks a side-yard setback of 3.36 feet instead of the 10-foot minimum required by the village zoning code.

• 530 Woodland Lane South – request for 3.36 ft side-yard setback (code requires 10 ft) for two-story addition
• Project number: PZ2025-0007
• Property Index Number: 04-24-200-025
• Submitted by: Brandon Filoramo
• Public hearing at Northfield Village Hall, 361 Happ Road, July 2, 2025, 7:00 p.m.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a request for a zoning variation. The board will consider whether to allow a residential addition that does not meet standard setback requirements.

• Variation request for 530 Woodland Lane South to allow a 3.36 foot side yard setback instead of the required 10.00 feet for a two story addition

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variation to reduce the side‑yard setback from 10.00 ft to 3.36 ft for a two‑story addition at 530 Woodland Lane South. The motion passed 4‑0 with two members absent, and the variation is effective until July 2 2026 and requires a building permit within one year. Earlier, the board also approved the June 4, 2025 summary notes by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved June 4, 2025 summary notes (4‑0)
• Granted variation to reduce side‑yard setback for 530 Woodland Lane South addition (4‑0), effective until July 2 2026 and contingent on a building permit within one year

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will review and discuss recommended changes to the Village Investment Policy. The body will also hold a closed session to discuss personnel, attorney appointment, and a lease fee.

• Discussion of recommended changes to the Village Investment Policy
• Closed session regarding lease fee, attorney appointment, and personnel

The Village Board unanimously approved the open and closed session minutes from April 15, 2025. It also approved moving into a closed session to discuss legal counsel, employee compensation, and village property matters. The Board reached consensus that the Village Manager will further refine the Investment Policy draft and present it at a future meeting. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved convening Closed Session to consider legal counsel and property matters (unanimous)
• Approved April 15 open and closed session minutes (unanimous)
• Directed Village Manager to refine Investment Policy draft for future adoption (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance to amend zoning districts and discuss the proposed expansion of the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District. The board is also reviewing May 2025 bills and disbursements.

• Discussion on proposed expansion of 1785 Orchard Lane for the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District
• Ordinance amending Annex A of the Village Code regarding zoning districts
• Resolution allocating Rebuild Illinois Bond Funds for roadway resurfacing
• Approval of May 2025 bills and payroll totaling $1,739,676.04
• Adoption of an Uncollectable Debt Write-off Policy

The Board approved May 2025 bills and disbursements (6‑0 vote) and adopted the consent agenda, including a resolution to use Rebuild Illinois bond funds for road resurfacing (6‑0 vote). Trustees gave the Village Manager authority to negotiate with two architectural firms for the Library expansion. The Board adopted an amendment to Annex A of the Village Code that permits four‑story buildings on the west side of Central Avenue (5‑1 vote).

• Approved May 2025 bills and disbursements (6‑0)
• Adopted consent agenda items: meeting minutes, bond‑fund allocation for road resurfacing, debt write‑off policy (6‑0)
• Granted Village Manager authority to negotiate library expansion with two architects (unanimous consent)
• Adopted zoning amendment allowing 4‑story height west of Central Avenue (5‑1)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and a closed session.

Village Board

The Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is a closed session to discuss the appointment of the Village Attorney.

• Closed session regarding Village Attorney appointment

The Village Board approved a motion to enter Closed Session to consider the appointment, employment, performance, and compensation of the Village's legal counsel. The motion passed with six votes in favor and none opposed. Later, the Board approved a motion to adjourn the special meeting by voice vote.

• Closed Session motion approved (6-0)
• Adjournment motion approved (voice vote)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider requests for permanent signage at four different locations. One request includes a variation from the Village Sign Ordinance for landscaping and signage.

• Variation from Village Sign Ordinance for signage and landscaping at 495 Central Avenue (Elite Wellness North Shore)
• Permanent signage request for Dunkin at 1900 Willow Road
• Permanent signage request for Sweat Shack at 300 Happ Road, Suite 111
• Permanent signage request for Blowfish Sushi & Ramen at 310 Happ Road

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider requests for permanent signage at four different locations. One request includes a variation from the Village Sign Ordinance for landscaping and signage.

• Signage and landscaping variation for Elite Wellness North Shore at 495 Central Avenue
• Permanent signage for Dunkin at 1900 Willow Road
• Permanent signage for Sweat Shack at 300 Happ Road, Suite 111
• Permanent signage for Blowfish Sushi & Ramen at 310 Happ Road

The Architectural Commission voted to approve the minutes from the January 13th meeting. Four signage applications were presented for Elite Wellness North Shore, Dunkin', Sweat Shack, and Blowfish Sushi & Ramen, but the record does not show any approvals, denials, or votes on those items. No other decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved January 13th minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to review a request from Red3 Development, LLC. The petitioner is seeking a six-month extension of a building permit for a new single-family residence.

• Request for six-month building permit extension at 1386 Winnetka Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a request for a building permit extension. The board will also consider the approval of summary notes from the February 5, 2025 meeting.

• Request by Red3 Development, LLC for a six-month extension to complete a new single family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a six‑month extension of the building permit for the new single‑family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road, setting the new expiration date to November 11, 2025. The motion passed 4‑0 with two members absent and no cash bond was required. Earlier, the Board also approved the February 5, 2025 summary notes by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved six‑month building permit extension (expires Nov 11 2025) – vote 4‑0
• Denied requirement for a cash bond with the extension – vote 4‑0
• Approved February 5 2025 summary notes – vote 4‑0

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss amendments to the Village Code. The proposal includes creating a new B-3 Commercial/Office/Multiple-Family Residential district and updating permitted uses across commercial zones.

• Rezone Central Avenue corridor from O/R – Office Research to B-3 Commercial/Office/Multiple-Family Residential
• Add boutique hotel and live music and performing arts facility as land uses in B-3 District
• Add outdoor dining as a permitted use in all commercial zoning districts
• Establish zoning standards for the new B-3 District
• Amendments to Article XX regarding Off-Street Parking, Loading, Traffic and Access Regulations

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Village Code. The proposal includes creating a new B-3 Commercial/Office/Multiple-Family Residential district and updating permitted land uses.

• Rezone Central Avenue corridor from O/R (Office Research) to B-3 (Commercial/Office/Multiple-Family Residential)
• Add boutique hotels, live music, and performing arts facilities as new land uses in the B-3 District
• Add outdoor dining as a permitted use in all commercial zoning districts
• Establish zoning standards for the new B-3 District
• Amend Article XX regarding off-street parking, loading, traffic, and access regulations

The Plan and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The commission then discussed the proposed B‑3 Central Avenue Corridor zoning amendment, including land‑use designations, building heights, and special‑use considerations, but no further actions were voted on.

• Approved May 5 minutes (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will meet to discuss the 2024 Cook County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and an adjustment to the Village Manager's annual compensation. The board will also review and approve bills and disbursements from April 2025.

• Approval of bills and disbursements for April 2025 totaling $1,677,206.76
• Resolution adopting the 2024 Cook County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Adjustment to the annual compensation of the Village Manager
• Promotion of Matt Campeol to Fire Lieutenant
• Introduction of new police officers

The Board approved the April 2025 bills and disbursements, approved the April 15 meeting minutes, and adopted the 2024 Cook County Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. It also approved an adjustment to the Village Manager’s compensation and agreed to pursue a state grant for sidewalk improvements with a 10% cash match. New committees were created and board members were assigned as liaisons to various commissions.

• Approved April 2025 bills and disbursements (6‑0 roll call)
• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0 roll call)
• Adopted 2024 Cook County Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (voice vote 6‑0)
• Approved adjustment to Village Manager’s annual compensation (6‑0 roll call)
• Approved moving forward with state grant application for sidewalk project with 10% cash match (no vote recorded)
• Created Economic Advisory Working Group chaired by Trustee Fowler
• Formed Happ Road Committee with fifteen members as described
• Assigned board members as liaisons to various commissions (e.g., Ed Elfmann to Zoning Board of Appeals, Todd Fowler to Plan & Zoning Commission, etc.)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request from the Northfield Park District for a fence variation at 401 Wagner Road. The variation would allow installation of a netting system for the baseball field in Willow Park's southwest corner.

• Fence variation request for baseball netting at Willow Park, 401 Wagner Road (PINs 04-24-209-014-0000 and 04-24-209-015-0000)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on a request from the Northfield Park District to approve a fence variation allowing a netting system for the baseball field at Willow Park (401 Wagner Road). The commission will also vote to approve meeting notes from January 13, 2025.

• Fence variation request to install netting system at Willow Park baseball field (401 Wagner Road)
• Petitioner: Northfield Park District
• Property Index Numbers: 04-24-209-014-0000 and 04-24-209-015-0000
• Project Number: PZ2025-0001

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Commission will discuss and consider proposed amendments to the Village Code zoning articles, including creating a new B-3 Commercial/Office/Multiple-Family Residential district along the Central Avenue corridor. The amendments would also add boutique hotel, live music, and performing arts facility as permitted uses in the new district, and allow outdoor dining in the VC Village Center district. The Commission will also vote on approving summary notes from the previous meeting.

• Creation of B-3 district along Central Avenue corridor (map referenced)
• Addition of boutique hotel, live music, and performing arts facility as new uses in B-3
• Adding outdoor dining to permitted uses in the VC Village Center district
• Establishing zoning standards for the new B-3 district
• Amendments to definitions, zoning districts, and off-street parking regulations

The Northfield Plan and Zoning Commission met on May 5, 2025 and approved the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The commission then discussed the Central Avenue Corridor zoning amendments but took no further action. No other items were decided at this meeting.

• Approved March 31, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Village Code's zoning appendix. The amendments would rezone the Central Avenue corridor from Office/Research to a new B-3 Commercial/Office/Multiple-Family Residential district, add new land uses such as boutique hotels, live music venues, and performing arts facilities, and permit outdoor dining in the Village Center district.

• Rezoning Central Avenue corridor from O/R Office Research to B-3 Commercial/Office/Multiple-Family Residential
• Adding boutique hotel, live music, and performing arts facility as new uses in B-3 district
• Adding outdoor dining as a permitted use in the VC Village Center district
• Establishing zoning standards for the new B-3 district
• Adding parking and traffic regulations for new uses

Police Pension Board

The Northfield Police Pension Fund Board will meet to approve minutes and monthly financial reports, review investment reports from Verus Advisory and State Street, and discuss several administrative items. Key decisions include certifying election results for two trustee positions, considering a one- or three-year engagement letter with Lauterbach and Amen, and reviewing the status of catch-up contributions and revised retirement benefit calculations related to the regular 2.4 pay stipend. The board will also receive updates on a transfer of creditable service for Officer Maite Castillo and a special presentation honoring Ken Smith.

• Certification of election results: Trustee Tom Hanus re-elected (active) and Christine Bell elected (retired) for two-year terms starting May 1, 2025
• Engagement letter for Lauterbach and Amen (one- or three-year options)
• Status of regular 2.4 pay stipend catch-up contributions and revised retirement benefit calculations
• Update on transfer of creditable service from Skokie for Officer Maite Castillo
• Review of state and national pension issues (training item)

The board accepted the updated retirement benefit calculations for three recently retired officers, adding the Regular 2.4 component as pensionable salary. It also approved a one‑year engagement letter with Lauterbach & Amen for pension fund services. Additional actions included accepting a new member application, updating a transfer calculation for Officer Maite Castillo, and tabling cash‑flow projections until the treasurer can attend.

• Approved revised retirement benefit calculations for John Nitch, William Lustig, and Louis Zaknoun with Regular 2.4 included (ayes: Smith, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; nays: none; absent: Lustig)
• Accepted one‑year engagement letter with Lauterbach & Amen (ayes: Smith, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; nays: none; absent: Lustig)
• Accepted Albert Wagner's application for membership and creditable service transfer (ayes: Smith, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; nays: none; absent: Lustig)
• Approved update of calculation for Officer Maite Castillo's transfer of creditable service (ayes: Smith, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; nays: none; absent: Lustig)
• Tabled discussion of cash‑flow projections and cash needs until next meeting (ayes: Smith, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; nays: none; absent: Lustig)
• Accepted IPOPIF investment report and State Street statement (ayes: Smith, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; nays: none; absent: Lustig)
• Certified election results: re‑elected trustee Kenneth Hanus (active) and elected retired trustee Christine Bell (ayes: Smith, Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; nays: none; absent: Lustig)
• Approved Resolution 2025-1 recognizing Ken Smith’s service (ayes: Hanus, Whiteman, Karnes; abstain: Smith; absent: Lustig)

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing to consider adopting an updated Affordable Housing Plan, as required by the Illinois Affordable Housing Planning and Appeal Act. The hearing begins at 7:00 p.m. on April 15, 2025, in the Village Hall Board Room.

• Public hearing for adoption of the updated Village of Northfield Affordable Housing Plan
• Plan update mandated by the State of Illinois Affordable Housing Planning and Appeal Act

Village Board

The Northfield Village Board will consider an ordinance granting a special use and zoning variations for a fitness studio called Shred Body LLC at 300 Happ Road. The board will also hold a public hearing on a proposed Affordable Housing Plan and consider a resolution to update it. Other items include approval of March bills and disbursements totaling $1,122,174.83 and an ordinance amending the fiscal year 2024-25 budget.

• Approval of bills and disbursements for March 2025 totaling $1,122,174.83
• Adoption of ordinance amending FY2024-25 budget
• Special use and zoning variations for Shred Body LLC fitness studio at 300 Happ Road
• Public hearing on proposed Affordable Housing Plan and resolution to update it
• Consent items including lease amendment with USPS and reappointments to Police Commission and Pension Board

The Northfield Village Board unanimously approved a special‑use ordinance allowing Shred Body LLC to operate a fitness class studio at 300 Happ Road. The board also adopted an amendment to the 2024‑2025 budget and a resolution updating the Affordable Housing Plan. All motions passed with six votes in favor and none opposed.

• Approved bills and disbursements for March 2025 (6‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items: March 18 minutes, USPS lease amendment, appointments of Richard Joutras and Evan Karnes (6‑0)
• Adopted ordinance amending the fiscal year 2024‑2025 budget (6‑0)
• Adopted special‑use ordinance for Shred Body LLC fitness studio at 300 Happ Road (6‑0)
• Approved resolution updating the Affordable Housing Plan (6‑0)
• Approved motion to hold closed session on employee matters (6‑0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Board

The Village of Northfield Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion-only meeting. Items include the future of six village-owned condominiums at 308 Happ Road, which currently have below-market rents, and a proposed debt write-off policy. No votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of six condominium units at 308 Happ Road, with current rents from $930 to $1,140 per month
• Discussion of a Debt Write-off Policy

The board unanimously approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It decided to commission a condition and market assessment of the six Village‑owned condominium units at 308 Happ Road, placing lease renewals on a month‑to‑month basis and delaying any action for at least six months. The board expressed support for a proposed debt write‑off policy, which will be brought forward at a future meeting. Motions to hold a closed session, to adjourn it, and to adjourn the meeting were all approved.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Decided to commission a condition study and market assessment of the six condos at 308 Happ Road; lease renewals placed month‑to‑month, no action for minimum six months
• Board expressed support for a debt write‑off policy; adoption to be considered at a future meeting
• Approved motion to convene Closed Session at 6:02 PM (ayes: 6, nays: 0, abstain: 0)
• Approved motion to adjourn Closed Session at 6:59 PM
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Northfield Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two items. They will review a request for a special use and parking variation to allow a personal training facility at 300 Happ Road, Suite 111. Additionally, the commission will continue discussing a potential zoning change for the Central Avenue corridor to allow multi-family housing, medical offices, and other uses.

• Special use request for Shred Body personal training facility at 300 Happ Road, Suite 111
• Variation from off-street parking requirements for the same property
• Continued evaluation of Central Avenue and Frontage Road corridor zoning
• Consideration of a new zoning district permitting multi-family residential without ground-floor commercial requirement
• Proposed allowance for medical offices without size restrictions and general office uses

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will review a special use request for a personal training facility at 300 Happ Road, Suite 111, including a variation from off-street parking requirements. They will also continue discussing a potential zoning change for the commercial corridors along Central Avenue and Frontage Road, which could allow multi-family residential, medical office, and other uses. The meeting includes approval of summary notes from the previous session.

• Special use request by Shred Body, LLC to operate a personal training facility at 300 Happ Road, Suite 111
• Parking requirement variation sought for the same property
• Continuation of discussion on potential rezoning of the Central Avenue and Frontage Road corridors
• Proposed new zoning district allowing multi-family residential without ground-floor commercial requirement

The Northfield Plan and Zoning Commission met on March 31, 2025. The commission approved the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. A public hearing was held on a special‑use permit request for Shred Body, LLC at 300 Happ Road, but the commission made no final decision, noting the recommendation will be forwarded to the Village President and Board of Trustees for a vote at their April 15 meeting.

• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on special‑use permit request for Shred Body, LLC (no decision made)

Village Board

The Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss a draft affordable housing plan and continue discussions on the Winnetka Road Bridge project. No votes or decisions are listed; items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of Draft Affordable Housing
• Continued discussion on the Winnetka Road Bridge Project

The Village Board reached consensus to move the draft Affordable Housing Plan forward for a public hearing and adoption, and selected Concept B for the Winnetka Road Bridge aesthetic enhancements at an estimated cost of $226,650. The Board also agreed to coordinate with Cook County and IDOT on path maintenance responsibilities and lighting upgrades, while opposing IDOT's stance on utility relocation costs. Minutes from February 18 and March 6, 2025, were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from Feb 18 and Mar 6, 2025 (unanimous)
• Advanced draft Affordable Housing Plan to public hearing and adoption
• Selected Concept B for Winnetka Road Bridge enhancements ($226,650 est.)
• Directed manager to coordinate with Cook County/IDOT on path maintenance and lighting
• Agreed to contest IDOT's utility relocation cost assignment

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and then vote on adopting the FY2025/2026 Village budget. They will also consider a special use permit for a fitness facility at 314 Happ Road, amend water/sewer and engineering service fees, and authorize a soil disposal agreement with Zion Landfill, Inc. The meeting includes approval of February 2025 bills totaling $1,038,470.26 and recognition of a new police officer and a fire/rescue promotion.

• Public hearing and adoption of the FY2025/2026 Village budget ordinance
• Special use permit for APX Training Systems fitness center at 314 Happ Road
• Ordinance amending water/sewer and engineering service fees (Appendix D, Article I)
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Zion Landfill, Inc. for soil disposal
• Approval of February 2025 bills and disbursements totaling $1,038,470.26

The Village Board unanimously adopted the FY2025/2026 budget after a public hearing, approved a special use for APX Training Systems at 314 Happ Road, and amended water/sewer and engineering service fees. All votes were 6-0. The board also approved February 2025 bills, consent items, and model code updates.

• Adopted FY2025/2026 Village Budget (6-0)
• Approved special use for APX Training Systems fitness facility at 314 Happ Road (6-0)
• Amended water/sewer and engineering service fees (6-0)
• Approved February 2025 bills and disbursements (6-0)
• Approved consent items: February 18, 2025 minutes and Zion Landfill agreement (6-0)
• Amended Appendix C model codes (6-0)

Special Meetings

The Preliminary Plan Review Committee will meet to hear a presentation regarding a redevelopment concept. The proposal concerns a multi-family project at 405 Central Avenue.

• Multi-family redevelopment concept for 405 Central Avenue by Bloomfield Development Company, LLC

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, including recommended adjustments to water and sewer rates and engineering review fees. No formal votes are expected; the discussion will guide staff before the March 18 public hearing.

• Proposed water/sewer rate increase to $12.03 per 100 cubic feet (3.9% increase due to Winnetka wholesale hike)
• Engineering review fee recommended to increase from $100/hour to $180/hour (first hour free for residents)
• General Fund projected to have a $34,946 surplus for FY26, despite a $464,723 decline in sales and use tax revenue
• Police pension contributions budgeted to increase by $222,561 over FY25
• Trustees requested items include portable speed displays, electric vehicle sticker fee discount, and new sidewalk segments

The Village Board held a special Committee of the Whole meeting to review the proposed FY2025/26 budget, which projects General Fund revenues of $14,664,954 and expenditures of $14,630,008, with a surplus of $34,946. No formal decisions were made; the board discussed budget details, including fee increases and trustee requests, and directed the village manager to explore funding for signage and other items. The budget is scheduled for adoption by April 30.

• Reviewed proposed FY2025/26 budget, no vote taken
• Consensus to exclude most trustee budget requests except signage
• Directed manager to find $10,000 for Northfield signage
• Placed three items on four-month review list: speed display trailer, speed display sign, pedestrian beacon
• Requested manager to quantify electric vehicle owners for possible sticker fee reduction

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit for a personal training facility at 314 Happ Road. They will also continue a discussion on potential zoning changes for the Central Avenue and Frontage Road corridors, considering new uses including multi-family residential, medical office without size restrictions, general office, and appropriate commercial uses.

• Public hearing for special use permit for APX Training Systems at 314 Happ Road
• Discussion of zoning changes for Central Avenue and Frontage Road corridors
• Consideration of new zoning district allowing multi-family residential without first-floor commercial
• Consideration of removing size restrictions on medical office uses
• Evaluation of O/R (Office Research) zoning which currently prohibits most retail and residential

Plan and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider a special use permit for a personal training facility at 314 Happ Road. They will continue discussing potential zoning changes for the Central Avenue and Frontage Road commercial corridors, including allowing multi-family housing, medical offices, and other uses.

• Special use request by Sterling Stalnaker for APX Training Systems LLC at 314 Happ Road
• Continuation of discussion on new zoning district for Central Avenue corridor
• Proposed zoning district would allow multi-family residential without first-floor commercial requirement
• Possible removal of size restrictions for medical offices in the corridor
• Evaluation of O/R (Office Research) district for potential changes

The Plan and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of a special use permit for APX Training Systems LLC to operate a fitness facility at 314 Happ Road, with conditions including hours of operation and noise remediation. The Commission also continued discussion on creating a new B-3 zoning district for the Central Avenue Corridor, with no vote taken.

• Approved motion to recommend special use for fitness facility at 314 Happ Road (unanimous)
• Continued discussion on B-3 zoning district for Central Avenue Corridor to March 31 meeting
• Approved minutes from February 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and a closed session.

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget and goals. The meeting also includes continued discussion regarding the Happ Road Improvement Project.

• Proposed FY 2025/2026 budget and goals
• Happ Road Improvement Project revisioning ($262,000 budgeted)
• Skokie Valley Trail design ($651,430 budgeted)
• New water main on W. Frontage ($773,890)
• Public parking opportunities north of Orchard Lane ($366,000)

The Village Board discussed the proposed FY 2025/2026 budget and made several adjustments, including increasing Centennial planning funds to $33,000 and removing construction costs for a public parking lot. For the Happ Road Improvement Project, the Board agreed to form a new steering committee of 13-15 stakeholders, with specific representation, and postponed decisions on hiring a design engineer. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was a Committee of the Whole discussion.

• Approved minutes from January 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Increased Centennial planning budget from $3,000 to $33,000
• Removed construction costs for public parking lot from budget
• Agreed to form steering committee for Happ Road project with 13-15 members
• Decided steering committee will set project goals and choose its chairperson
• Postponed decision on seeking proposal from RINA for reevaluation
• Agreed to use potential meeting outline as a guide for steering committee

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss potential enhancements for the Winnetka Road Bridge and vote on several service contracts. The board is also reviewing January 2025 bills and disbursements totaling $1,104,988.64.

• Agreement with RJN Group for 2025-26 Inflow and Infiltration Control Program: $116,400
• Two-year landscape maintenance agreement with Contour Landscaping, Inc.: $48,888 annually
• Discussion on Winnetka Road Bridge enhancements
• Ordinance declaring property surplus and authorizing disposal
• Adoption of a Police Pension Fund Funding Policy

The Village Board approved all eight consent agenda items, including a $116,400 contract with RJN Group for the 2025-26 Inflow and Infiltration Control Program and a two-year, $48,888 annual landscape maintenance agreement with Contour Landscaping. The board also approved January 2025 bills and disbursements. A discussion on Winnetka Road Bridge enhancements was postponed to March.

• Approved January 2025 bills and disbursements (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, executive session review, IDOT street maintenance, police pension funding policy, mutual aid agreement, property surplus ordinance, RJN Group contract, and Contour Landscaping agreement (6-0)
• Approved $116,400 contract with RJN Group for 2025-26 Inflow and Infiltration Control Program (6-0)
• Approved two-year landscape maintenance agreement with Contour Landscaping at $48,888 annually (6-0)
• Postponed Winnetka Road Bridge enhancements discussion to March meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variation request for a property at 585 Earl Drive. The request seeks to allow a 14-foot east rear yard setback instead of the required 20 feet for a new wood deck and pergola.

• 585 Earl Drive: request to reduce east rear yard setback from 20 ft to 14 ft for a wood deck and pergola (PIN 04-24-219-047, Project 2025-0001)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a variation request from Frank Shubert on behalf of Dane Structures to reduce the required rear yard setback from 20 ft to 14 ft for a wood deck and pergola at 585 Earl Drive. The board will also approve the summary notes from the December 4, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing: variation request for reduced rear yard setback (14 ft instead of 20 ft) at 585 Earl Drive for deck and pergola
• Approval of December 4, 2024 meeting summary notes

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for a wood deck and pergola at 585 Earl Drive, allowing a 14-foot east rear yard setback instead of the required 20 feet. The motion carried 6-0, with one member absent. The variance is subject to conditions and expires February 5, 2026, unless a building permit is issued within one year.

• Approved variance for 14-foot rear yard setback at 585 Earl Drive (6-0)
• Approved December 4, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to evaluate changing the zoning along Central Avenue and Frontage Road from Office Research (O/R) to a new district. The proposed district would allow multi-family residential without first-floor commercial, medical office without size restrictions, general office, and appropriate commercial uses. The current O/R zoning prohibits residential and most retail.

• Public hearing on a potential new zoning district for the Central Avenue Corridor
• Proposal to allow multi-family residential without requiring first-floor commercial
• Removal of size restrictions on medical offices in the corridor
• Permitting general office and appropriate commercial uses
• Petitioner: Village of Northfield

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will evaluate a potential zoning change for the Central Avenue Corridor, currently zoned O/R (Office Research). The discussion will consider creating a new district that allows multi-family residential, medical office, general office, and appropriate commercial uses. The petition is filed by the Village of Northfield.

• Evaluation of a new zoning district for the Central Avenue Corridor to allow multi-family residential, medical office, general office, and appropriate commercial uses

The Plan and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on a proposed zoning change for the Central Avenue Corridor, but took no vote. Staff presented a concept to create a new hybrid zoning district allowing multi-family residential without first-floor commercial, while keeping medical offices and general office as permitted uses. Commissioners discussed concerns about density, school impacts, and traffic, and directed staff to return with more detailed zoning amendments next month.

• Approved minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard staff presentation on proposed Central Avenue Corridor zoning change (no vote)
• Directed staff to return with detailed zoning amendments next month

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting with a closed session. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, public comment, closed session, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are on the agenda.

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss proposed updates for model codes and goals for the 2025/26 fiscal year. The body will also continue discussions regarding potential enhancements for the Winnetka Road Bridge.

• Proposed updates for the Model Codes
• Proposed Fiscal Year 2025/26 Goals and Objectives
• Potential enhancements for the Winnetka Road Bridge

The Village Board discussed updating model building codes and supported requiring automatic fire sprinklers in all new one- and two-family dwellings, with staff to prepare an ordinance for February. They also reviewed draft FY2025/26 goals, asking for cost and timing estimates to prioritize. The Winnetka Road Bridge discussion was postponed, and the December 3, 2024 minutes were approved.

• Approved minutes from December 3, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Supported updating model building codes, including sprinkler requirement for new homes; ordinance to be prepared for February
• Directed staff to add timing and cost estimates to FY2025/26 goals for prioritization
• Postponed Winnetka Road Bridge enhancements discussion to next Village Board meeting

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss several land-use changes, including rezoning properties on Frontage Road and modifying special use ordinances for the Josselyn Center and Elite Wellness Center. The board will also consider approving $4,256,550.80 in bills and disbursements from November and December 2024.

• Rezoning of properties at 560/570, 670, 700, and 770 Frontage Road from R-1 to O/R and R-3
• Approval of bills and disbursements totaling $4,256,550.80
• Special use ordinance for U Dawg U at 300 Happ Road under new ownership
• Expansion of medical office square footage at Elite Wellness Center (495 Central Avenue)
• Reduction of security guards at Josselyn Center (1779 Maple Road)

The Village Board voted 6-0 to amend Chapter 11 of the Village Code to explicitly opt out of the Cook County Paid Leave Ordinance for employers within Northfield. The board also approved several other items, including consent agenda appointments, special use amendments for the Josselyn Center and Elite Wellness Center, a special use for U Dawg U under new ownership, and a zoning map amendment for properties on Frontage Road. All votes were unanimous with six in favor and none opposed.

• Approved ordinance opting out of Cook County Paid Leave Ordinance (6-0)
• Approved bills and disbursements for Nov-Dec 2024 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: minutes, indemnification agreement, clerk/treasurer ordinance, appointments (6-0)
• Approved Josselyn Center special use amendment reducing security guards from 2 to 1 (6-0)
• Approved Elite Wellness Center special use amendment expanding medical office square footage (6-0)
• Approved U Dawg U special use under new ownership at 300 Happ Road (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 560/570, 670, 700, 770 Frontage Road from R-1 to O/R and R-3 (6-0)

Police Pension Board

The Northfield Police Pension Board will consider approving annual pension increases for 2025 and updated retirement benefit calculations for Chief Lustig and Sergeant Nitch. The board will also review an application for retirement benefits for Officer Zaknoun and discuss a resolution on whether flex pay counts as pensionable salary. Additional items include fiduciary liability insurance renewal and review of the village's 2025 tax levy contribution.

• Approval of annual pension increases for 2025
• Review/Approve updated retirement benefit calculations for Chief Lustig and Sergeant Nitch
• Review/Approve application for retirement benefits for Officer Zaknoun
• Resolution on flex pay as pensionable salary
• Fiduciary liability insurance renewal discussion

The board approved the fiduciary liability insurance renewal with Assistant Finance Director Mark LoPiccolo added, and approved replacing the 2.4% flex pay with a pensionable stipend, updating retirement calculations for Chief Lustig and Sergeant Nitch. It also approved returning excess flex pay contributions to Jonathan Cwynar, accepted financial reports, and tabled Officer Zaknoun's final benefit pending recalculation.

• Approved fiduciary liability insurance renewal with Mark LoPiccolo added (4-0)
• Approved replacing 2.4% flex pay with pensionable stipend and updated retirement calculations for Chief Lustig and Sergeant Nitch (4-0)
• Approved returning excess flex pay contributions to Jonathan Cwynar (4-0)
• Approved Treasurer's/Accountant Report and payment of bills (4-0)
• Approved annual cost-of-living increases for pensioners (4-0)
• Approved IPOPIF reports (4-0)
• Tabled Officer Louis Zaknoun's retirement benefit pending recalculation (4-0)
• Approved refund of contributions to Javed Biradar (4-0)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Elite Wellness North Shore for approval of façade changes, site plan, and landscaping at 495 Central Avenue. A decision on the project will be made after the hearing.

• 495 Central Avenue – request by Elite Wellness North Shore for façade changes, site plan, and landscaping (Project 2024-0457)

Architectural Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider a request from Elite Wellness North Shore for approval of façade changes, site plan, and landscaping at 495 Central Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of summary notes from the November 11, 2024 meeting.

• Request for façade changes, site plan, and landscaping for Elite Wellness North Shore at 495 Central Ave
• Approval of summary notes from November 11, 2024 meeting

The Architectural Commission voted to recommend approval of an amendment to Special Use Ordinance #23-1839 for Elite Wellness North Shore at 495 Central Avenue, allowing interior expansion and exterior improvements. The recommendation includes conditions on plant sizes and irrigation, and a deadline for monument sign landscaping. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved motion to recommend approval of Special Use Ordinance amendment #23-1839 for 495 Central Ave (unanimous)
• Condition: ornamental tree must be 6 feet tall, shrubs 5-gallon or comparable, subject to staff approval
• Condition: regular watering until plant establishment
• Condition: if monument sign not replaced in 2025, submit new planting plans by Aug 4, 2025 for review

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will meet to consider four agenda items: a rezoning of parcels along Frontage Road from R-1 Countryside Residential to O/R Office/Research, an amendment to reduce security guards for the Josselyn Center, a special use for U Dawg U due to ownership change, and an amendment to expand medical space for Elite Wellness. The commission will also approve summary notes from the November 4, 2024 meeting.

• Rezoning of parcels at 560/570, 670, 700, and 770 Frontage Road and portions of rights-of-way from R-1 Countryside Residential to O/R Office/Research (project 2024-0457, petitioner: Village of Northfield)
• Amendment to Special Use Ordinance 23-1836 for Josselyn Center at 1779 Maple Street to reduce private security guards from two to one (project 2024-0444)
• Special use for continued operation of U Dawg U at 300 Happ Road, Suite 108 and 109, due to ownership change (project 2024-0445, petitioner: Avie Mesinger)
• Amendment to Special Use Ordinance 23-1839 for Elite Wellness North Shore at 495 Central Avenue to expand medical space into previously occupied general office area (project 2024-0457)
• Approval of summary notes from the November 4, 2024 meeting

The Plan and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and voted to recommend approval of three special use requests and a rezoning to the Village Board. The requests were: an amendment to reduce security staffing at the Josselyn Center's Living Room program, a new special use for U Dawg U Restaurant under new ownership, an amendment to expand Elite Wellness North Shore into a vacant tenant space, and a rezoning of parcels on Frontage Road. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved recommendation to amend Special Use Ordinance #23-1836 to reduce security guards at 1779 Maple Street from two to one (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for special use for U Dawg U Restaurant at 300 Happ Road, Suite 108-109, under new owner Avie Mesinger (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to amend Special Use Ordinance #23-1839 to expand Elite Wellness North Shore into 1,100 sq ft at 495 Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to rezone parcels on Frontage Road from R-1 to O/R and R-3 (unanimous)

Plan and Zoning Commission

The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 6, 2025, to consider four matters. The most consequential is a Village-initiated rezoning of portions of 560/570, 670, 700, and 770 Frontage Road, plus rights-of-way, from R-1 Countryside Residential to O/R Office/Research and R-3 Single Family Residential. Other items include reducing security guards at the Josselyn Center, approving a special use for U Dawg U restaurant under new ownership, and expanding medical office space at 495 Central Avenue for Elite Wellness North Shore.

• Reduce private security guards from two to one for Josselyn Center’s Living Room program at 1779 Maple Street
• Special use for continued operation of U Dawg U restaurant at 300 Happ Road, Suites 108 & 109, due to ownership change
• Expand existing medical space for Elite Wellness North Shore at 495 Central Avenue into former general office area
• Rezone multiple Frontage Road parcels and railroad/utility rights-of-way from R-1 to O/R and R-3 designations