Palatine public meetings in 2022

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three requests regarding property setbacks and structure sizes. These include a fence variation at 948 N. Topanga Drive and an addition request at 1153 N. Edgewater Court.

• Fence setback variation: 948 N. Topanga Drive
• Addition setback request: 1153 N. Edgewater Court
• Accessory structure size change: 126 N. Elmwood Ave (770 sq ft)

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended approval for three residential requests involving a fence extension, a porch addition, and a garage expansion. These recommendations will tentatively go to the Village Council on January 9, 2023.

• Approved minutes from October 25, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval for fence variation at 948 N. Topanga Drive (6-0)
• Recommended approval for special use porch addition at 1153 N. Edgewater Court (6-0)
• Recommended approval for garage size variation at 126 N. Elmwood Ave (6-0)

Village Council

The Village Council is considering a preliminary planned development on N. Quentin Road and a special use transfer for a car wash on N. Hicks Road. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the village's comprehensive plan and tree trimming contract extensions. Additionally, the council will review various vehicle purchases.

• Residential development at 874-912 N. Quentin Road
• Special use transfer for a car wash at 2370 N. Hicks Road
• Consulting services contract to update the Village Comprehensive Plan
• Extension of the Parkway Tree Trimming Program contract for 2023 and 2024
• Purchase of replacement fire command and light duty vehicles

The Village Council approved a preliminary plan for a 9-unit residential development on N. Quentin Road and authorized a contract with The Lakota Group to update the Village's Comprehensive Plan. Other actions included extending a tree trimming contract and affirming several vehicle purchases and outfitting costs.

• Approved preliminary planned development for 9 residential units at 874-912 N. Quentin Road (Unanimous)
• Authorized contract with The Lakota Group for Comprehensive Plan update not to exceed $78,010, plus up to $60,000 for additional services (Unanimous)
• Approved special use transfer for car wash operation at 2370 N. Hicks Road (Unanimous)
• Extended parkway tree trimming contract with Advanced Tree Care, Inc. for 2023 and 2024 (Unanimous)
• Affirmed purchase and outfitting of 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD fire command vehicle not to exceed $95,000 (Unanimous)
• Affirmed $35,829.71 for outfitting of 2022 and 2023 light duty vehicles (Unanimous)
• Approved updated 2023 Fee Schedule Supplement, including a 3% general increase (Unanimous)
• Adopted CY 2023 Annual Budget and 2022 Tax Levy Ordinance (Unanimous)

Liquor Commission

The Palatine Liquor Commission is reviewing an application for a Class E temporary liquor license for St. Thomas of Villanova Parish. The request involves serving wine and mixed drinks during a New Year's Eve event on December 31, 2022.

• Class E (Temporary) Liquor License application for St. Thomas of Villanova at 1201 E. Anderson Drive
• Approval of the October 10, 2022, meeting minutes

The Liquor Commission approved a Class E temporary liquor license for a New Year's Eve party at St. Thomas of Villanova Parish. The commission also accepted the minutes from the October 10, 2022, meeting.

• Approved Class E (Temporary) Liquor License for St. Thomas of Villanova's New Years Party (Unanimous)
• Accepted October 10, 2022, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will hold a special meeting to consider a motion requesting a closed session. This session would involve discussions regarding personnel, legal counsel, and the review of closed session minutes.

• Motion to request a closed session regarding personnel and closed session minutes

The Village Council held a special meeting to approve a request for a closed session. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved request for closed session pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1) and (21) (Unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will meet to consider adopting the 2023 annual budget and related tax levy ordinances. The agenda also includes funding for road rehabilitation and street maintenance.

• Adoption of the 2023 Annual Budget and 2022 Tax Levy Ordinance
• $1,305,712.66 for South Crescent Avenue and West Ellis Street rehabilitation
• $2,790,990 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for street and highway maintenance
• Ordinance amending Chapter 11 regarding business regulations
• Temporary parking authorization at 800 E. Northwest Highway

The Village Council unanimously adopted the Calendar Year 2023 Annual Budget and the 2022 Tax Levy Ordinance. The budget includes a 2% reduction in the property tax levy and provides for new police and public works personnel. Additionally, the Council approved several infrastructure funding resolutions and updated the employee handbook.

• Adopted CY 2023 Annual Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Tax Levy Ordinance with a 2% reduction (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance to abate 2022 Property Tax Levy by $2,475,680 (Unanimous)
• Appropriated $1,305,712.66 in Rebuild Illinois funds for South Crescent Avenue and West Ellis Street rehabilitation (Unanimous)
• Appropriated $2,790,990 of Motor Fuel Tax funds for 2023 street resurfacing (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 salary rates of compensation for officers and employees (Unanimous)
• Authorized temporary Amazon parking at 800 E. Northwest Highway through January 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Chapter 11 Licenses, Business Regulations of the Code of Ordinances (Unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 operating budget and capital investment plan. Additionally, committees will consider water main replacement design contracts and special use permits for a service station and an animal kennel.

• Public hearing on the proposed CY 2023 Operating Budget & Capital Investment Plan
• Special use transfer for 7-Eleven at 799 W. Northwest Highway
• Ordinance amendment for an animal kennel at 550 W. Wood Street #300
• Design engineering service proposals for the 2023 Water Main Replacement Project
• Presentation regarding backyard hens

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a staff statement regarding a preliminary planned development. The proposal includes four duplex units and one single unit.

• Preliminary Planned Development for a 9-unit residential development at 874-912 N. Quentin Road

The Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval of a preliminary planned development for 9 ranch-style residential units at 874-912 N. Quentin Road. The approval includes a requirement to increase the rear setback to address resident concerns. The proposal will move to the Village Council on December 12, 2022.

• Approved Preliminary Planned Development for 9-unit residential project at 874-912 N. Quentin Road (6-0)
• Required a rear setback increase as a condition of approval for Case #22-50
• Accepted October 18, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will discuss the proposed 2023 budget and capital investment plan. The meeting also includes reviews of a three-story apartment building proposal and facade improvement agreements.

• Preliminary Planned Development for a three-story apartment building at 101 W. Palatine Road
• Facade improvement agreement amendment for 30 - 60 W. Palatine Road
• Signage plan amendment for Armanetti Liquor Store at 44 W. Illinois Avenue
• Discussion of the CY 2023 Proposed Budget & Capital Investment Plan

The Village Council granted preliminary planned development approval for a three-story apartment complex. They also approved a signage amendment for Armanetti Liquor Store and extended a property improvement deadline for 30-60 W. Palatine Road. The Council held a second hearing on the proposed CY 2023 budget.

• Approved preliminary planned development for 18-unit apartment building at 101 W. Palatine Road (Unanimous)
• Approved extension to August 31, 2023, for property improvement agreement at 30-60 W. Palatine Road (Unanimous)
• Approved minor special use amendment for interior signage at Armanetti Liquor Store, 44 W. Illinois Avenue (Unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from November 7, 2022, regular and special meetings (Unanimous)

Village Council

The committee is beginning the public review of the 2023 Proposed Budget and Capital Investment Plan. The proposal represents a 6.29% increase over the 2022 budget. A public hearing is scheduled for November 21, with final adoption planned for December 5.

• $115,375 for a new Police Officer to return to a two-person traffic unit
• $188,000 for Public Works reorganization and an Assistant Director position
• $750,000 supplemental pension payment for Fire and Police plans
• $200,000 increase for road salt due to market conditions
• A proposed 2% decrease in the property tax levy

The Village Council held a special meeting to discuss the proposed CY 2023 Annual Budget and Capital Investment Plan totaling $132,926,134. The proposal includes a 2% decrease in the property tax levy and a 44% increase in capital investment. No final vote on the budget was taken; adoption is scheduled for December 5.

• Proposed 2023 total budget of $132,926,134 (discussed)
• Proposed 2% decrease in property tax levy (discussed)
• Proposed $19,448,515 Capital Investment Plan (discussed)
• Proposed $1.642M transfer to Early Debt Retirement Fund (discussed)
• Proposed $750,000 supplemental public safety pension payment (discussed)
• Proposed addition of one police officer and one Assistant Director of Public Works (discussed)
• Proposed water rate increase of $0.25 per 1,000 gallons (discussed)
• Proposed refuse fee increase of $1.00 per month (discussed)

Village Council

The Village Council will review ordinances for a massage therapist at 855 E. Palatine Road and a setback reduction at 990 S. Cedar Street. The agenda also includes a development agreement involving the Village of Deer Park and updates to the 2022 budget.

• Special use amendment for a massage therapist at 855 E. Palatine Road
• Rear yard setback reduction at 990 S. Cedar Street
• Development agreement with Village of Deer Park and others
• Lease of multifunctional copy machines with Marco Technologies
• Ordinance amending the 2022 budget for third-quarter adjustments

The Village Council approved 3rd quarter budget adjustments totaling $15,614,635, utilizing new revenue offsets and reserves. Other key actions included approving a development agreement for a new jewelry store and authorizing a copier lease.

• Approved $15,614,635 in 3rd Quarter Budget Adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved Development Agreement with Village of Deer Park for Persin and Robbin jewelers (Unanimous)
• Approved 4-year lease of five multifunctional copy machines with Marco Technologies for $54,828.60 (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Amendment for massage therapist at 855 E. Palatine Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Use for rear yard setback reduction at 990 S. Cedar Street (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Warrant #21 (Unanimous)
• Accepted 3rd Quarter 2022 Financial Report (Unanimous)
• Accepted October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Zoning Board

The October 25 meeting includes approval of previous minutes and several special use requests. The board will consider a residential addition setback at 990 S. Cedar Street and changes to medical and animal kennel uses.

• Residential addition setback at 990 S. Cedar Street
• Massage therapy use amendment at 855 E. Palatine Road
• Animal kennel business plan changes at 550 W. Wood Street #300

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended approval for a residential sunroom addition, a massage therapy office, and a dog training facility expansion. These recommendations will be sent to the Village Council for final action.

• Recommended approval for a sunroom addition at 990 S. Cedar Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval for a massage therapy office at 855 E. Palatine Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval for A Closer Bond facility expansion at 550 W. Wood Street #300 (4-0)
• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary planned development. The proposal includes an 18-unit apartment building and a roof tenant amenity area.

• Public hearing for a preliminary planned development at 101 W. Palatine Road and 2-12 S. Brockway Street
• Proposed 18-unit apartment building with a roof tenant amenity area

The Plan Commission voted 5-2 to recommend approval of a preliminary planned development for an 18-unit apartment building with rooftop amenity area at 101 W. Palatine Road and 2-12 S. Brockway Street. The recommendation includes 11 conditions related to architecture, engineering, landscaping, and security. The proposal will go to the Village Council for final approval on November 7, 2022.

• Recommended approval of preliminary planned development for 18-unit apartment building (5-2)
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 meeting as amended (6-0)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider several motions related to the Southwest Water System Improvement Project, including engineering services and a water main easement from Harper College. The meeting also includes discussions on community solar programs and a Cook County grant.

• Southwest Water System Improvement Project engineering services proposal
• Water main easement from Harper College
• Contract award for the Southwest Water System Improvements Project
• Community Solar Clearinghouse Solution (CS2) Program resolution
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Cook County for the Invest in Cook Grant

The Village Council approved a $1,091,335 contract for the Southwest Water System Improvements project, awarded to Bolder Contractors. They also adopted a resolution endorsing a community solar program that could save residents 20% on electricity costs, and approved an intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for up to $253,000 in grant funding for Palatine Road improvements. All decisions were unanimous with four members present and three absent.

• Approved $1,091,335 contract for Southwest Water System Improvements to Bolder Contractors (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution endorsing Community Solar Clearinghouse Solution (CS2) Program (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Cook County for Invest in Cook Grant, up to $253,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized Village Manager to execute $88,000 construction engineering services agreement with Baxter & Woodman (unanimous)
• Accepted perpetual water main easement from Harper College (unanimous)
• Authorized Village Manager to seek bids and execute contracts for electrical power (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing disposal of four excess vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Warrant #20 for $882,049.11 in disbursements (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Manager has requested a closed session for the October 10 meeting. The request covers topics including personnel matters, collective bargaining, and property pricing.

• Motion to request a closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2
• Discussion of employee appointments, compensation, or dismissal
• Collective negotiating matters
• Setting prices for the sale or lease of Village property
• Review of closed session minutes

The Village Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter a closed session under state law to discuss personnel matters, collective bargaining, property sale pricing, and closed-session minutes review. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after the closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1), (2), (6), and (21) (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned special meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Council

The Village Council will discuss infrastructure projects including a 10-year sewer plan and a bike path connection. The meeting also includes reviews of residential zoning variations and liquor license changes.

• Contract award for Smith Street Bike Path Connection Project
• Approval of a 10-Year Sewer Capital Investment Plan
• Decrease Class D Liquor Licenses for El Rancho Alegre
• Generator variation at 906 S. Willow Walk Drive
• Special Use Operational Review for Madcats

The Village Council approved a 10-year Sewer Capital Investment Plan to proactively manage storm and sanitary sewer systems, funded by a new Storm Water Management Fee that reduces the former Flood Control Surcharge from $10 to $7.50 every two months. The Council also awarded a $244,940.60 contract for the Smith Street Bike Path Connection project, approved zoning variations for a generator and a fence, reduced the number of Class D liquor licenses by one, and accepted the final operational review for Madcats. All decisions were unanimous except for the fence special use, which passed 5-1.

• Approved 10-year Sewer Capital Investment Plan, reducing monthly fee from $5 to $3.25 (unanimous)
• Awarded $244,940.60 contract to A Lamp Concrete for Smith Street Bike Path Connection (unanimous)
• Approved generator variation at 906 S. Willow Walk Drive (unanimous)
• Approved fence special use at 901 E. Holly Way (5-1, Millar dissenting)
• Reduced Class D liquor licenses from 36 to 35 after El Rancho Alegre closure (unanimous)
• Accepted final 9-month operational review for Madcats at 117 W. Slade Street (unanimous)

Liquor Commission

The Commission will consider a Class E temporary liquor license application for the "Music With a Mission" fundraiser at 1025 N. Smith Street. The meeting also includes a motion to accept a report of stock transfer for Los Arcos Taqueria.

• Class E (Temporary) Liquor License application for "Music With a Mission" event
• Motion to accept a report of stock transfer for Los Arcos Taqueria at 1639 N. Baldwin Road

The Palatine Liquor Commission approved a temporary Class E liquor license for the 'Music With a Mission' fundraising event at Countryside Church Unitarian Universalist, 1025 N. Smith Street, scheduled for November 12, 2022. The commission also approved a report of stock transfer for Los Arcos Taqueria at 1639 N. Baldwin Road, reflecting Jose Bonilla as the sole 100% owner. Both actions were approved unanimously by voice vote, with Commissioner Greg Solberg absent.

• Approved temporary Class E liquor license for Music With a Mission event at Countryside Church Unitarian Universalist (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved stock transfer report for Los Arcos Taqueria, making Jose Bonilla 100% owner (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted minutes of September 12, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider motions to replace outdoor warning sirens and purchase a replacement fire ambulance. The agenda also includes discussions on tax classifications for Park Place Shopping Center and sound ordinance waivers.

• Replacement of outdoor warning sirens
• Purchase of a replacement fire ambulance
• Cook County Tax Classification for Park Place Shopping Center
• Sound amplification waiver for Chicago Culinary Kitchen
• Street closures for Sikh Religious Society parade

The Village Council approved several capital purchases funded by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, including a $241,213.20 contract to replace all ten outdoor warning sirens and a $339,567 purchase of a replacement fire ambulance. The Council also affirmed the purchase of 2022 and 2023 budgeted vehicles totaling $380,557. Additionally, the Council approved a resolution supporting a Cook County 7c tax classification for a portion of the Park Place Shopping Center and approved waivers for two special events.

• Approved $241,213.20 contract to Fulton Siren Systems to replace all ten outdoor warning sirens (unanimous)
• Approved $339,567 purchase of a replacement fire ambulance from North Central Emergency Vehicles (unanimous)
• Affirmed $380,557 purchase of 2022/2023 budgeted vehicles (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution supporting a 7c Cook County tax classification for a portion of Park Place Shopping Center (unanimous)
• Approved sound ordinance waiver for patio music at Chicago Culinary Kitchen on Oct 15 (unanimous)
• Approved street closures and sound waiver for Sikh Religious Society parade on Nov 5 (unanimous)
• Ratified Village Manager's approval of Warrant #18 for $1,711,754.24 (unanimous)
• Approved Warrant #19 for $663,929.70 (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding a generator variation at 906 S. Willow Walk Drive and a special use permit for a fence at 901 E. Holly Way. The board is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the August 9, 2022 meeting.

• Generator variation at 906 S. Willow Walk Drive
• Fence special use at 901 E. Holly Way
• Approval of Aug 9, 2022 minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to recommend approval of a variation for a generator at 906 S. Willow Walk Drive and a special use for a fence at 901 E. Holly Way. Both recommendations will go to the Village Council on October 10, 2022. The board also approved the minutes from the August 9, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended to approve a variation for a generator at 906 S. Willow Walk Drive, subject to staff conditions, by a 6-0 vote.
• Recommended to approve a special use for a 6-foot solid vinyl fence at the existing fence line at 901 E. Holly Way, as amended, by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the minutes of the August 9, 2022 regular meeting by a 6-0 vote.
• Adjourned the meeting by unanimous voice vote.

Village Council

The Village Council will consider a redevelopment agreement for facade improvements at the Park Place Shopping Center. The meeting also includes discussions on police equipment contracts and various liquor license amendments.

• Redevelopment agreement for Park Place Shopping Center facade improvements
• Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department equipment
• Special use for a package liquor store at 1565 N. Quentin Road
• Grant agreement to extend Village fiber optics to the Community Resource Center
• Amendments to Chapter 10 of the Village Code regarding maintenance and occupancy

The Village Council approved a 10-year, $3,452,622 contract with Axon Enterprise for police body cameras, squad car equipment, and TASERs, funded by ARPA. The Council also authorized the redemption of $1,840,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds six years early, saving $182,810 in interest. Several liquor license changes and special uses were approved, including a new liquor store at 1565 N. Quentin Road and video gaming licenses for two businesses.

• Approved $3,452,622 10-year contract with Axon Enterprise for police equipment (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,840,000 bond redemption, saving $182,810 in interest (unanimous)
• Approved special use for Inverness Wine & Spirits liquor store at 1565 N. Quentin Road (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500,000 TIF redevelopment agreement for Park Place Shopping Center facade improvements (unanimous)
• Approved special use amendment for One Taco Dos Tequilas restaurant expansion at 375 W. Northwest Highway (unanimous)
• Approved video gaming licenses for American Legion Post #690 and One Taco Dos Tequilas (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance property ordinance amendment expanding definition to owner-occupied properties (unanimous)
• Approved $38,095 first-year contract with CCMSI for claims administration services (unanimous)

Liquor Commission

The commission is reviewing several liquor license applications, including a package store and a restaurant license change for the American Legion. They are also considering video gaming permits for two businesses and a temporary permit for an Octoberfest event.

• Class B liquor license for Inverness Wine & Spirits ($3,878 annual fee)
• Class D liquor license for Palatine Post #690 American Legion ($3,854 annual fee)
• Class VG video gaming licenses for American Legion and One Taco Dos Tequilas ($5,000 annual fee plus $1,000 per terminal)
• Temporary Class E liquor license for St. Thomas of Villanova's Octoberfest

The Palatine Liquor Commission approved four liquor license applications by unanimous voice vote: a Class B license for Inverness Wine & Spirits, a Class D license for Palatine Post #690 American Legion, Class VG (Video Gaming) licenses for the American Legion and One Taco Dos Tequilas, and a temporary Class E license for St. Thomas of Villanova's Octoberfest. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved Class B liquor license for Inverness Wine & Spirits at 1565 N. Quentin Road (unanimous)
• Approved Class D restaurant liquor license for Palatine Post #690 American Legion at 122 W. Palatine Road (unanimous)
• Approved Class VG video gaming liquor licenses for Palatine Post #690 American Legion and One Taco Dos Tequilas (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class E liquor license for St. Thomas of Villanova's Octoberfest on Oct. 8 at 1201 E. Anderson Drive (unanimous)

Village Council

The Palatine Village Council will meet to consider several local ordinances and agreements. Key items include a proposed moratorium on new video gaming licenses and a collective bargaining agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local No. 150. The agenda also includes approvals for community events and village vehicle purchases.

• Moratorium on issuing additional video gaming licenses
• Collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local No. 150
• Halloween Hustle 5K & Kids Dash event and Eric Drive closure
• Amendments to the Village Zoning Ordinance
• Pre-purchase of a five-ton dump truck and stump grinder

The Village Council voted to discontinue the vehicle sticker program, eliminating annual fees for residents. A new three-year collective bargaining agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 was approved, including 2.25% to 2.75% annual wage increases. A moratorium on new video gaming licenses was imposed through March 31, 2023. A special use for a front-yard fence at 433 N. Stark Drive was approved on a 5-1 vote after the petitioner offered a compromise.

• Eliminated vehicle sticker program, deleting Chapter 18, Article 2 of Village Code (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year CBA with IUOE Local 150 with 2.25%, 2.5%, 2.75% wage increases (unanimous)
• Imposed moratorium on new video gaming licenses through March 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved special use for 4-foot picket fence at 433 N. Stark Drive (5-1)
• Approved $217,330 pre-purchase of a Freightliner five-ton dump truck (unanimous)
• Affirmed $665,885 in vehicle purchases for 2022-2023 fleet (unanimous)
• Approved $48,301.74 net purchase of a Vermeer stump grinder (unanimous)
• Approved text amendments to zoning and subdivision ordinances (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will review several zoning requests, including special uses for fences and business operations. The meeting also includes motions regarding drainage improvements and fiber optic engineering services. Additionally, the Mayor will present the 2022 Hometown Pride Awards.

• Motion to award contract for 2022 Drainage Improvements Project
• Proposal for Design Engineering Services for the 2022 Fiber Optic Link Project
• Special use request for a fence at 433 N. Stark Drive
• Transfer of special use ordinance for massage use at 1709 N. Rand Road
• Approval of 2022 Warrant #16

The Village Council awarded a $156,956 contract to DeVinci Construction for the 2022 Drainage Improvements Project and authorized $72,756 for fiber optic link design engineering. Two fence special-use requests were debated: one at 433 N. Stark Drive was continued to September 6, and another at 1835 N. Laurel Drive was referred back to staff after council members raised aesthetic and neighbor concerns. The council also approved special-use transfers for a massage business and a health club, a sign variation for Greater Family Health, and a security deposit release for Ayreshire Subdivision.

• Awarded $156,956 drainage contract to DeVinci Construction (unanimous)
• Authorized $72,756 fiber optic link design engineering with HBK Engineering (unanimous)
• Continued fence special use at 433 N. Stark Drive to September 6 (unanimous)
• Referred fence special use at 1835 N. Laurel Drive back to staff (unanimous)
• Approved special-use transfer for Sunny Spa massage at 1709 N. Rand Road (unanimous)
• Approved sign variation for Greater Family Health at 345 W. Northwest Highway (unanimous)
• Approved special-use transfer for The Sweatshop Health Club at 140 W. Northwest Highway (unanimous)
• Released $31,200.25 security deposit for Ayreshire Subdivision (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several property-related requests. The agenda includes a liquor license amendment for a restaurant and special use permits for fences in required front yards.

• Liquor license and floor plan amendment at 165 W. Northwest Highway
• Front yard fence permit request at 433 N. Stark Drive
• Front yard fence permit request at 1835 N. Laurel Drive
• Signage increase to 145 square feet at 345 W. Northwest Highway

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended approval of four special use requests, including a fence at 433 N. Stark Drive, a fence at 1835 N. Laurel Drive, a liquor license and gaming change at 165 W. Northwest Highway, and a larger sign at 345 W. Northwest Highway. All items will go to the Village Council on August 15, 2022.

• Recommended approval of 4-ft fence special use at 433 N. Stark Drive (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 6-ft fence special use at 1835 N. Laurel Drive (5-0)
• Recommended approval of special use amendment for liquor license and gaming at 165 W. Northwest Highway (5-0)
• Recommended approval of sign variation at 345 W. Northwest Highway (5-0)

Village Council

The Village Council will review several items including road rehabilitation funding and new development plans. The agenda also includes a water provision agreement with Deer Park and rights-of-way use by Everstream GLC Holdings, LLC.

• $46,458.11 in Rebuild Illinois funds for Rohlwing Road rehabilitation
• Rezoning and development at 1025 & 1037 W. Kenilworth Avenue
• Water provision agreement between Palatine and Deer Park
• Rights-of-way use agreement with Everstream GLC Holdings, LLC
• Rear yard setback reduction at 936 S. Mallard Court

The Village Council approved a preliminary and final plat of subdivision, planned development, and rezoning from R-1 to Planned Development for a 4-lot single-family residential development at 1025 & 1037 W. Kenilworth Avenue. The Council also approved a special use for a sunroom addition at 936 S. Mallard Court, a water supply agreement with Deer Park, a supplemental appropriation for Rohlwing Road, and a right-of-way agreement with Everstream. All votes were unanimous with Councilman Kozlowski absent.

• Approved 4-lot subdivision, planned development, and rezoning at 1025 & 1037 W. Kenilworth Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved special use for rear yard setback reduction for sunroom at 936 S. Mallard Ct. (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for amended water agreement with Deer Park (unanimous)
• Adopted supplemental resolution appropriating $46,458.11 for Rohlwing Road (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way agreement with Everstream GLC Holdings (unanimous)

Village Council

The agenda consists of a request to enter a closed session. The requested session involves personnel matters and the review of minutes from previous closed meetings.

• Request for closed session regarding employee appointments, compensation, or discipline
• Request for closed session to discuss minutes of previously closed meetings

The Village Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved a motion to enter closed session under Illinois statutes covering personnel matters and review of closed-session minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Approved closed session request under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) and (21) (unanimous roll call)
• Adjourned closed session by unanimous voice vote

Village Council

The Village Council will review the 2022 mid-year financial report and proposed uses for ARPA grant funds. The agenda also includes decisions on liquor licenses and local ordinance waivers.

• Ordinance for a restaurant with a liquor license at 16 N. Brockway Street
• Increasing Class D liquor licenses for Pizza Bella
• Approval of the 2022 CDBG Action Plan
• Proposed use of Village ARPA grant funds
• 2022 mid-year financial review and budget adjustments

The Village Council unanimously approved a $12,012,529 ARPA spending plan, allocating $10M for public safety projects (including fire station improvements, police body cameras, and a new fire tower truck) and $2.012M for stormwater and water/sewer infrastructure. The Council also approved the 2022 Mid-Year Financial Review, which recommends allocating $34.6M in reserves, including $6M for pension paydown and $1.769M for debt service, and endorsed the elimination of the vehicle sticker program. Additionally, the Council approved a special use and liquor license for Pizza Bella at 16 N. Brockway St., a sound waiver for Chicago Culinary Kitchen, the 2022 CDBG Action Plan, and 2nd Quarter Budget Adjustments increasing the 2022 budget by $2,209,129.

• Approved $12,012,529 ARPA spending plan (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Mid-Year Financial Review with reserve allocations (unanimous)
• Approved special use and liquor license for Pizza Bella at 16 N. Brockway St. (unanimous)
• Approved sound amplification waiver for Chicago Culinary Kitchen patio music (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 CDBG Action Plan with $479,813 entitlement (unanimous)
• Approved 2nd Quarter Budget Adjustments increasing 2022 budget by $2,209,129 (unanimous)
• Approved IDOT MFT Documentation Review acceptance (unanimous)
• Approved warrants #14 and #15 (unanimous)

Liquor Commission

The Liquor Commission will consider a Class D restaurant liquor license application for Pizza Bella. The annual fee for this license is $3,854.

• Class D liquor license application for Pizza Bella ($3,854 annual fee)

The Palatine Liquor Commission approved a Class D (Restaurant) liquor license for Pizza Bella at 16 N. Brockway Street by unanimous voice vote. The commission also accepted the minutes from the June 20, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved Class D liquor license for Pizza Bella at 16 N. Brockway St. (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted June 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review several requests for special uses and variations. Items include applications for a liquor license at 16 N Brockway Street and a packaged liquor store at 1565 N. Quentin Road. Other discussions involve property setbacks and lot coverage.

• Liquor license and signage changes at 16 N Brockway Street
• Packaged liquor store special use at 1565 N. Quentin Road
• Lot coverage variation at 212 S. Bothwell Street
• Addition setback request at 936 S. Mallard Court
• Expanded restaurant floor plan at 375 W. Northwest Highway

The Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals recommended approval for four special use requests: a sunroom addition at 936 S. Mallard Court, a pizzeria expansion at 16 N. Brockway Street, a restaurant expansion at 375 W. Northwest Highway, and a liquor store at 1565 N. Quentin Road. A request for a front-yard fence at 1835 N. Laurel Drive was continued to the August 9 meeting after neighbors raised safety concerns. A request at 212 S. Bothwell Street was withdrawn.

• Approved sunroom addition at 936 S. Mallard Court (4-0)
• Approved pizzeria expansion at 16 N. Brockway Street (4-0)
• Approved restaurant expansion at 375 W. Northwest Highway (4-0)
• Approved liquor store at 1565 N. Quentin Road (4-0)
• Continued fence request at 1835 N. Laurel Drive to August 9 (4-0)
• Withdrawn request at 212 S. Bothwell Street

Village Council

The Village Council met for a special meeting to consider a motion requesting a closed session. The requested session covers personnel matters, real property transactions, and the review of previous closed session minutes.

• Motion to request a closed session regarding personnel, real property, and meeting minutes

The Village Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter a closed session under Illinois statute, citing exemptions for personnel matters, real property purchase or lease, property pricing, and review of closed-session minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after the closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1),(5),(6),(21) (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned special meeting after closed session (unanimous voice vote)

Village Council

The Village Council approved a planned development for a 145,408-square-foot warehouse/distribution building at 2240-2296 N. Rand Road, including rezoning, subdivision, and a Cook County 6B tax incentive. The Council also approved several zoning variations and special uses for residential properties, a special event at Lamplighter Inn, and various traffic and administrative items. All items were approved unanimously by voice vote.

• Approved preliminary/final planned development, subdivision, and rezoning for 2240-2296 N. Rand Road (unanimous)
• Approved resolution supporting Cook County 6B tax classification for Rand Road property (unanimous)
• Approved site plan review for 58-unit residential redevelopment at 301 W. Johnson Street (unanimous)
• Approved special use for indoor play center 'Kid's Empire' at 619 E. Dundee Road (unanimous)
• Approved special use transfer for Casey's service station at 1228 E. Dundee Road (unanimous)
• Approved lot coverage variations for patios/decks at 32 S. Kerwood St, 1070 N. Cardinal Dr, and 110 N. Benton St (unanimous)
• Approved traffic code amendments for no parking and no left turns near Paddock and Lincoln schools (unanimous)
• Approved 'Pipes for Pits' event waiver for Lamplighter Inn on August 7, 2022 (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several property use applications. These include special uses for fences, variations for lot coverage limits, and a proposal for an indoor sports and recreational facility.

• Special Use for fence at 1070 N. Cardinal Drive
• Special Use for fence at 433 N. Stark Drive
• Lot coverage variation at 32 S. Kerwood Street
• Lot coverage variation at 110 N. Benton Street
• Special Use for indoor sports facility at 619 E. Dundee Road

The Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals recommended approval for four of five zoning requests, including a 6-foot fence at 1070 N. Cardinal Drive, a patio at 32 S. Kerwood Street, a deck at 110 N. Benton Street, and an indoor playground at 619 E. Dundee Road. The board denied a request for a 6-foot fence at 433 N. Stark Drive due to line-of-sight concerns. All recommendations will go to the Village Council on July 11, 2022.

• Approved 6ft fence replacement at 1070 N. Cardinal Drive (4-0)
• Denied 6ft fence at 433 N. Stark Drive (1-3)
• Approved patio variation at 32 S. Kerwood Street (4-0)
• Approved deck variation at 110 N. Benton Street (4-0)
• Approved indoor playground special use at 619 E. Dundee Road (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Plan Commission is reviewing two public hearing items regarding land use changes. One proposal seeks to subdivide 1025 and 1037 W. Kenilworth Avenue into four single-family residential lots. Another item involves a planned development at 2240-2296 N. Rand Road, which includes a 145,000 square foot warehouse.

• Rezoning 1025 and 1037 W. Kenilworth Avenue for a 4-lot single-family residential development
• Proposed planned development and subdivision at 2240-2296 N. Rand Road
• A proposed 145,000 square foot warehouse on Rand Road

The Palatine Plan Commission recommended approval of a request to subdivide two lots at 1025 and 1037 W. Kenilworth Avenue into four lots, with a rezoning from R-1 to Planned Development. The vote was 3-2, with Chairman Dwyer and Commissioner Noonan dissenting. The commission also recommended approval of a Planned Development for a warehouse/distribution center at 2240-2296 N. Rand Road by a 4-1 vote.

• Recommended approval of subdivision and rezoning at 1025 & 1037 W. Kenilworth Ave (3-2)
• Recommended approval of Planned Development at 2240-2296 N. Rand Road (4-1)
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 meeting as amended (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council approved a $1.675 million water main replacement contract with Concept Plumbing, Inc., and made several liquor license adjustments, including creating nine new Class VG (video gaming) licenses. The Council also approved engineering agreements for road and culvert projects, opened the 30-day public comment period for the 2022 CDBG Action Plan, and denied a driveway expansion variation at 102 N. Crescent Avenue.

• Approved $1.675M water main replacement contract with Concept Plumbing (unanimous)
• Denied driveway expansion variation at 102 N. Crescent Avenue (0-7)
• Approved creating nine Class VG video gaming liquor licenses (unanimous)
• Approved increasing Class D restaurant liquor licenses by nine (unanimous)
• Approved decreasing Class D-1 liquor licenses by nine (unanimous)
• Approved decreasing Class A liquor licenses by two (unanimous)
• Approved $158,444 engineering agreement with Ciorba Group for Baldwin Road culvert (unanimous)
• Approved $957,314 engineering agreement with Bollinger, Lach & Associates for Palatine Road (unanimous)

Liquor Commission

The Liquor Commission is reviewing several liquor license updates. This includes transitioning existing licenses to Class D and considering nine new Class VG video gaming licenses. The commission will also review reports of stock transfers for Agio Italian Bistro and Mexico Uno.

• Nine applications for Class VG (Video Gaming) liquor licenses, generating an estimated $99,000 in revenue
• Class D (Restaurant) liquor license applications for nine establishments, including Alley 64 and T.J. O'Brien's
• Stock transfer report for Breanne, Inc. (Agio Italian Bistro) at 64 S. Northwest Highway
• Stock transfer report for Mexico Uno at 15 N. Brockway Street

The Palatine Liquor Commission unanimously approved Class VG video gaming licenses for nine establishments, including Alley 64, Durty Nellies, and T.J. O'Brien's, subject to final inspections and state approval. The commission also approved Class D restaurant liquor licenses for nine current Class D-1 holders, effective July 1, 2022. Two stock transfers for Agio Italian Bistro and Mexico Uno were accepted, and minutes from the June 6 meeting were approved.

• Approved Class D liquor licenses for nine establishments (unanimous)
• Approved Class VG video gaming licenses for nine establishments (unanimous)
• Accepted stock transfer report for Breanne, Inc. d/b/a Agio Italian Bistro (unanimous)
• Accepted stock transfer report for Mexico Uno (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 6, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two driveway variation requests involving changes to widths and setbacks at 102 N. Crescent Avenue and 587 W. Lake Cook Road. The board will also consider a special use permit for a chiropractic office at 60 W. Illinois Avenue.

• Driveway expansion at 102 N. Crescent Avenue
• Circular driveway variation at 587 W. Lake Cook Road
• Medical office special use at 60 W. Illinois Avenue

The Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals held three public hearings. It unanimously recommended denial of a driveway expansion at 102 N. Crescent Avenue because it exceeded the maximum width near the lot line and raised fire hydrant concerns. The board unanimously recommended approval of a circular driveway at 587 W. Lake Cook Road and a medical office special use at 60 W Illinois Avenue, both subject to staff conditions. All recommendations will go to the Village Council on June 20, 2022.

• Recommended denial of driveway expansion at 102 N. Crescent Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended approval of circular driveway at 587 W. Lake Cook Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of medical office special use at 60 W Illinois Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 10, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider a special use transfer for a car wash at 101 W. Northwest Highway and new compensation rates for employees. Recent meeting minutes also record the denial of a garage removal request at 1045 E. Lilac Drive.

• Special Use Transfer for car wash at 101 W. Northwest Highway
• Ordinance establishing compensation rates for village employees
• Denial of garage elimination variation at 1045 E. Lilac Drive
• Approval of rooftop live entertainment at 180 N. Smith Street
• Approval of liquor license for Cafe 14 at 300 N. Northwest Highway

The Village Council approved a special use transfer allowing True Blue Car Wash LLC (dba Rainstorm) to continue operating the car wash at 101 W. Northwest Highway, with no changes to the existing special use. The Council also adopted the annual salary ordinance, adding a 'Finance Analyst' title to the salary schedule with no budgetary impact. Both items were approved unanimously by consent agenda.

• Approved special use transfer for car wash at 101 W. Northwest Highway (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance establishing rates of compensation for officers and employees (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Plan Commission recommended updates to the zoning ordinance regarding adult-use cannabis. They also reviewed a proposal for an adult-use cannabis dispensary at a vacant lot east of 325 E. Lake Cook Road. These changes would expand eligible zoning districts and remove certain medical license requirements.

• Text amendments to Article 15 regarding cannabis zoning districts
• Removal of the requirement for dispensaries to hold a medical license
• Special Use application for an adult-use dispensary east of 325 E. Lake Cook Road

The Palatine Plan Commission held a public hearing on proposed text amendments to the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance regarding variations, special uses, and notification requirements. The commission unanimously recommended approval of the amendments, with a modification to reduce the required surrounding property notification distance from 250 feet to 125 feet while maintaining occupant notifications. The matter will go to the Village Council on June 20, 2022.

• Approved minutes of Apr 19, 2022 as amended (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on text amendments (motion by Fedota, second by Friedman)
• Recommended approval of text amendments with 125-ft notification distance (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider an ordinance to establish new Village Council districts. The agenda also includes requests for sound ordinance waivers for community events and various zoning changes for local businesses and residences.

• Ordinance establishing new Village Council districts
• Liquor license for a restaurant at 300 N. Northwest Highway
• Sound ordinance waivers for 'Fall Back Brewfest' and Rotary Club Oktoberfest
• Zoning variation to remove a required garage parking space at 1045 E. Lilac Drive
• Live entertainment amendment for Durty Nellies at 180 N. Smith Street

The Palatine Village Council approved a new council district map based on the 2020 Census, reducing population disparity between districts from 13% to under 1%. The council also denied a request to eliminate a required garage parking space at 1045 E. Lilac Drive, voting 0-7 against the variation. Several other zoning requests, including a special use for a fence and setback reductions for a home addition, were approved.

• Approved new Village Council district boundaries (unanimous)
• Denied variation to eliminate garage parking at 1045 E. Lilac Drive (0-7)
• Approved special use for fence at 1463 W. Winnetka Street (unanimous)
• Approved setback reductions for addition at 224 W. Kenilworth Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved special use for restaurant liquor license at 300 N. Northwest Highway (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for Fall Back Brewfest on Oct 15 (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for Rotary Club Oktoberfest Sept 16-18 (unanimous)
• Approved waiver for St. Thomas of Villanova Parish Picnic Aug 13 (unanimous)

Liquor Commission

The commission is reviewing several applications for temporary liquor licenses for upcoming community events. These include requests for a fall brew fest, Oktoberfest, and parish picnics. They are also considering an ordinance to increase the number of Class G beer and wine licenses.

• Class G (Beer & Wine) license application for Cafe Fourteen at 300 N. Northwest Highway
• Temporary Class E license for Palatine Jaycees Fall Back Brew Fest on October 15
• Temporary Class E license for Rotary Club of Palatine's Oktoberfest, September 16-18
• Temporary Class E license for St. Thomas of Villanova Parish Picnic on August 13
• Temporary Class E licenses for Salt Creek Park District block parties in Grealish Park and Rose Park

The Palatine Liquor Commission unanimously approved all six liquor license applications on the June 6, 2022 agenda. These included a new Class G (Beer & Wine) license for Cafe Fourteen at 300 N. Northwest Highway and five temporary Class E licenses for community events. The May 9, 2022 minutes were also accepted unanimously.

• Approved Class G liquor license for Cafe Fourteen at 300 N. Northwest Highway (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class E license for Palatine Jaycees Fall Back Brew Fest on Oct 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class E license for Rotary Club of Palatine Oktoberfest on Sept 16-18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class E license for St. Thomas of Villanova Parish Picnic on Aug 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class E license for Salt Creek Park District Block Party at Grealish Park on July 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class E license for Salt Creek Park District Block Party at Rose Park on June 17, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted May 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Village Council

This special meeting is to consider a request by the Village Manager for a closed session. The proposed session involves discussions regarding litigation and the review of previous closed session minutes.

• Motion for closed session regarding pending or probable litigation
• Motion for closed session to discuss minutes of closed meetings

The Village Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter a closed session under Illinois statutes to discuss pending or probable litigation and review of closed-session minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after the closed session.

• Approved closed session for litigation and closed-session minutes review (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned special meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider funding and contracts for the reconstruction of Cedar and Elm Streets using Rebuild Illinois funds. The agenda also includes discussions on zoning ordinance amendments and liquor license requests. Additionally, the council will review the 2021 annual financial report.

• Cedar and Elm Street reconstruction involving Rebuild Illinois funds
• Special use permit for Bacci Pizza at 1116 - 1120 W. Northwest Highway
• Extension of 2022-2025 snow and ice control services contract
• Commonwealth Edison re-closers installation in Baldwin and Dundee Road rights-of-way
• Approval of the 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

The Village Council approved a $1,323,631.04 contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services for the reconstruction of Cedar and Elm Streets, funded by Rebuild Illinois grants. The Council also approved a $229,527 change order for the Water Main Replacement Contract 3 project and extended the snow and ice control services contract with Brian Edward Landscaping for three years. All votes were unanimous, with Councilman Kozlowski absent.

• Awarded $1,323,631.04 Cedar & Elm Streets reconstruction contract to Schroeder Asphalt Services (unanimous)
• Approved $229,527 change order #1 for 2022 Water Main Replacement Contract 3 (unanimous)
• Extended snow/ice control contract with Brian Edward Landscaping for 2022-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved road salt purchase of up to 6,000 tons via State of Illinois cooperative (unanimous)
• Granted special use to Bacci Pizza for restaurant with liquor license at 1116-1120 W. Northwest Highway (unanimous)
• Approved ComEd right-of-way variation for three new re-closers on Baldwin & Dundee Roads (unanimous)
• Accepted Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY2021 (unanimous)
• Authorized disposal of 24 excess vehicles and equipment (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The board will consider several special use requests, including a continued case for 1045 E. Lilac Drive regarding garage parking requirements. Other items include permits for fences, residential additions, and restaurants seeking local liquor licenses.

• Variation at 1045 E. Lilac Drive to eliminate required garage parking
• Special Use for a fence at 1463 W. Winnetka Street
• Special Use for a residential addition at 224 W. Kenilworth Ave
• Special Use for a restaurant with a liquor license at 300 N. Northwest Highway
• Special Use for a restaurant with a liquor license at 1116-1128 W Northwest Highway

The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended denial of a variation to convert a garage to living space at 1045 E. Lilac Drive, voting 4-1 against. The board also recommended approval of four special use requests: a fence at 1463 W. Winnetka St, a second-story addition at 224 W. Kenilworth Ave, a liquor license for a restaurant at 300 N. Northwest Hwy, and a new special use for a restaurant at 1116-1128 W Northwest Hwy. All approvals were unanimous (5-0).

• Recommended denial of garage-to-living conversion at 1045 E. Lilac Dr (4-1)
• Approved special use for 4-foot fence at 1463 W. Winnetka St (5-0)
• Approved special use for second-story addition at 224 W. Kenilworth Ave (5-0)
• Approved special use for liquor license at 300 N. Northwest Hwy (5-0)
• Approved new special use for restaurant at 1116-1128 W Northwest Hwy (5-0)
• Accepted April 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider ordinances regarding a package liquor store at 44 W. Illinois Avenue. The council will also review a contract for an information technology strategic plan.

• Ordinance for a package liquor store at 44 W. Illinois Avenue
• Increasing Class B liquor licenses for U Zara, Inc.
• Contract with SDI Presence, LLC for an IT Strategic Plan
• Release of Dagan Park Estates Public Improvement Security Deposit

The Village Council approved a Special Use permit and a Class B liquor license for an Armanetti's package liquor store at 44 W. Illinois Avenue, a space vacant for 10 years. The Council also approved a contract with SDI Presence, LLC for an IT Strategic Plan not to exceed $50,000, and released the Dagan Park Estates public improvement security deposit.

• Approved Special Use for package liquor store at 44 W. Illinois Ave (unanimous)
• Approved increase of Class B liquor licenses by one for U Zara, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved contract with SDI Presence, LLC for IT Strategic Plan up to $50,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution releasing Dagan Park Estates security deposit of $9,289.44 (unanimous)

Liquor Commission

The Palatine Liquor Commission will consider several liquor license applications during its May 9 meeting. This includes a temporary permit for the St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church's annual festival in June. The commission will also review applications for a package liquor store and an ownership update for T. J. O'Brien's Inc.

• Temporary Class E license for St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church 'GreekFest' (June 24-26)
• Class B liquor license application for Armanetti Beer-Wine-Spirits at 44 W. Illinois Avenue ($3,878 annual fee)
• Class D-1 liquor license application for T. J. O'Brien's Inc. at 53 W. Slade Street

The Palatine Liquor Commission unanimously approved three liquor license requests at its May 9, 2022 meeting. A temporary Class E license was granted to St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church for its annual GreekFest (June 24-26, 2022), a Class B license for Armanetti Beer-Wine-Spirits at 44 W. Illinois Avenue, and a Class D-1 license for T. J. O'Brien's Inc. at 53 W. Slade Street. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved temporary Class E liquor license for St. Nectarios GreekFest (unanimous)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Armanetti Beer-Wine-Spirits (unanimous)
• Approved Class D-1 liquor license for T. J. O'Brien's Inc. (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider ordinances for an adult-use cannabis dispensary and a planned development amendment at 325 E. Lake Cook Road. The agenda also includes discussions regarding short-term rentals, TIF district surplus revenue, and construction agreements for the Smith Street Connector Path.

• Special Use permit for an adult-use cannabis dispensary at 325 E. Lake Cook Road
• Planned Development Amendment for Patrick Hyundai Phase 2
• Short-term rental ordinance for 26 N. Rohlwing Road
• Intergovernmental agreements for the Smith Street Connector Path construction
• Declaring surplus revenue in Rand/Lake Cook and Rand Corridor TIF districts

The Village Council approved a Planned Development Amendment and a Special Use for an adult-use cannabis dispensary at the vacant lot east of 325 E. Lake Cook Road, operated by Botavi Wellness LLC. The Council also approved text amendments to the zoning ordinance for adult-use cannabis, allowing dispensaries in Planned Development districts and removing the medical cannabis license requirement. A request for a short-term rental special use at 26 N. Rohlwing Road was denied.

• Approved Planned Development Amendment and Special Use for adult-use cannabis dispensary at vacant lot east of 325 E. Lake Cook Road (5-2)
• Approved ordinance amending Article 15 (Adult Use Recreational Cannabis) to allow dispensaries in Planned Development districts and remove medical license requirement (6-1)
• Denied Special Use for short-term rental at 26 N. Rohlwing Road (1-6)
• Approved $2,100,000 surplus declaration for Rand/Lake Cook TIF District (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500,000 surplus declaration for Rand Corridor TIF District (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreements for Smith Street Connector Path with Forest Preserve District and Cook County (unanimous)
• Approved Greek Fest event approvals including sound amplification waiver and traffic controls (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Warrant #9 totaling $4,040,395.40 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Plan Commission is reviewing text amendments to the Village's Zoning Ordinance regarding cannabis dispensing establishments. The agenda also includes a request for a Planned Development amendment and special use permit for a dispensary east of 325 E. Lake Cook Road.

• Text amendments to Article 15 of the Zoning Ordinance regarding cannabis dispensing districts
• Planned Development Amendment for Patrick Hyundai Phase 2 Subdivision
• Special Use request for an Adult Use Cannabis Dispensing Establishment east of 325 E. Lake Cook Road

Village Council

The Village Council met to consider a request from the Village Manager for a closed session. The requested session covers topics including personnel, collective bargaining, real property transactions, and litigation.

• Motion to request a closed session regarding personnel and collective bargaining
• Discussion of potential real property purchase or lease
• Review of closed session minutes

The Palatine Village Council held a special meeting on April 18, 2022, and took only two actions: unanimously approving a motion to enter a closed session under state statute, and then adjourning. No substantive public decisions were made; the closed session was for discussion of personnel, negotiations, property, litigation, and prior closed-session minutes.

• Approved motion for closed session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1),(2),(5),(6),(11),(21) (unanimous)
• Adjourned special meeting by voice vote (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council approved water main replacement contracts totaling over $1.9 million for several local streets. The council also finalized a development plan for E. Algonquin Road and established regulations for a new video gaming liquor license. Additionally, amendments were made to alcoholic beverage closing times.

• $837,777 contract for water main replacements on Harvard Court and Mallard Drive
• $1,155,092.50 contract for water main replacements on Home Avenue, Ridge Trail, Baldwin Road, Gardenia Lane, and Colfax Street
• Final approval for development at 607, 613, and 623 E. Algonquin Road
• Creation of a new 'VG' Video Gaming Liquor License with a two-year sunset provision
• Amendments to alcoholic beverage closing times for various licenses

The Palatine Village Council approved several items, including the purchase of a new fire engine for $745,000 to replace a vehicle damaged in a crash, the voluntary annexation of 780 W. Dundee Road with preliminary approval for a 4-lot subdivision, and a variance for AT&T to install a utility pole. The Council also discussed and reached consensus to move forward with Phase II engineering for Palatine Road improvements.

• Approved $745,000 purchase of a 2022 Pierce Enforcer fire engine (unanimous)
• Adopted annexation ordinance and preliminary subdivision approval for 780 W. Dundee Road (unanimous)
• Granted AT&T variance for utility pole installation in Dundee Road right-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Warrant #8 for $2,619,934.66 in disbursements (unanimous)
• Approved amended 2022 Fee Schedule Supplement (unanimous)
• Re-appointed members to various Village boards and commissions (unanimous)
• Approved Village Council committee assignments for 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to move forward with Phase II Engineering for Palatine Road improvements

Zoning Board

The Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several property use applications. These include a request for a packaged liquor store and a permit for a short-term rental. The board will also review a deck in a floodplain and a garage conversion.

• Special Use for a packaged liquor store at 44 W. Illinois Avenue
• Short-term rental request at 26 N. Rohlwing Road
• Permit for a deck in a floodplain at 851 N. Williams Drive
• Variation to convert garage to living space at 1045 E. Lilac Drive

The Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals recommended approval for a short-term rental special use at 26 N. Rohlwing Road (4-1) and a packaged liquor store at 44 W. Illinois Avenue (5-0). A request to convert a garage to living space at 1045 E. Lilac Drive was continued to May 10, 2022, and a deck request at 851 N. Williams Drive was withdrawn.

• Recommended approval of short-term rental special use at 26 N. Rohlwing Road (4-1)
• Recommended approval of packaged liquor store special use at 44 W. Illinois Avenue (5-0)
• Continued garage-to-living-space variation at 1045 E. Lilac Drive to May 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Withdrawn deck in floodplain request at 851 N. Williams Drive

Village Council

The Village Council will consider rezoning and planned development approvals for properties on E. Algonquin Road and S. Roselle Road. The agenda also includes contracts for watermain replacement projects and budget adjustments for 2021 and 2022.

• Rezoning and planned development approvals for 607, 613, and 623 E. Algonquin Road and 1825 S. Roselle Road
• Contracts for 2022 Water Main Replacement projects 2 and 3
• Ordinance amending Chapter 3 regarding alcoholic beverages
• Budget amendments for the 2021 and 2022 fiscal years
• Contract for replacement storage arrays

Planning Commission

The Plan Commission is holding a public hearing regarding the annexation of 780 W. Dundee Road into the Village of Palatine. The proposal includes a preliminary plat of subdivision to create four single-family residential lots on the property. Staff recommends approval of the request subject to several engineering and development conditions.

• Annexation of 780 W. Dundee Road into the Village of Palatine
• Preliminary plat of subdivision for a 4-lot single-family residential development
• Demolition of an existing vacant single-family home on the property

The Plan Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended approval of the annexation and preliminary plat of subdivision for 780 W. Dundee Road, subject to 10 staff conditions. The property will be subdivided into four lots, with the intent to rezone from R-1 to R-2 during final subdivision. The recommendation now goes to the Village Council.

• Recommended approval of annexation and preliminary plat for 780 W. Dundee Rd (unanimous)
• Approved subject to 10 staff conditions including engineering revisions, letter of credit, and HOA declarations
• Closed public hearing for case 21-95 (unanimous)
• Accepted Nov 2, 2021 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted Mar 15, 2022 minutes as amended (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider a contract for replacement microwave data radios and liquor license adjustments for Pink's Shrimp. The agenda also includes a sound amplification waiver for a church picnic and the release of a security deposit for Dagan Park Estates.

• Contract for Replacement Microwave Data Radio
• Liquor license change for Pink's Shrimp at 773 N. Quentin Road
• Sound amplification waiver for a church picnic at 136 E. Illinois Avenue
• Release of security deposit for Dagan Park Estates
• Approval of 2022 Warrant #7

The Village Council approved a $44,292.04 contract with Orbis Solutions to replace aging microwave data radios serving Fire Station 83 and the Winston water tank. The council also approved a consent agenda that included approving 2022 Warrant #7, reclassifying Pink's Shrimp's liquor license from Class G to Class D, granting a sound ordinance waiver for a Ukrainian festival, and releasing a $100,000 security deposit for Dagan Park Estates. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $44,292.04 contract with Orbis Solutions for microwave data radio replacement (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Warrant #7 for $740,586.04 in disbursements (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance reclassifying Pink's Shrimp liquor license from Class G to Class D (unanimous)
• Approved sound amplification waiver for Ukrainian festival June 11-12 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution releasing $100,000 Dagan Park Estates security deposit (unanimous)

Liquor Commission

The Palatine Liquor Commission will consider a Class D liquor license application for SW2 LLC, doing business as Pink's Shrimp. This application replaces a previous request for a Class G license. The commission will also review the minutes from its March 14, 2022 meeting.

• Class D liquor license application for Pink's Shrimp at 773 N. Quentin Road
• Approval of March 14, 2022, meeting minutes

The Palatine Liquor Commission unanimously approved a Class D (Restaurant) liquor license for SW2 LLC (d/b/a Pink's Shrimp) at 773 N. Quentin Road, replacing its Class G license. The commission also accepted the minutes from the March 14, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Class D liquor license for Pink's Shrimp at 773 N. Quentin Road (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted minutes of March 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding a rezoning and development request at 607-623 E. Algonquin Road and 1825 S. Roselle Road. The proposal by Logistics Property Company LLC includes a 367,696 square foot warehouse/distribution building with truck docks. The review covers final plans for landscaping, berms, and screening walls to mitigate impacts on neighboring residential properties.

• Rezoning of 28.55 acres from R-1 to Planned Development
• Construction of a 367,696 square foot warehouse/distribution building
• Installation of 8-foot evergreen trees and a 12-foot berm along Algonquin Road
• Proposed use of screening walls to reduce noise for nearby residents

The Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval of the Final Planned Development, Final Plat of Subdivision, and Rezoning to Planned Development for the LPC logistics property at 607, 613, and 623 E. Algonquin Road and 1825 S. Roselle Road, subject to staff conditions. The recommendation will go to the Village Council for final review on April 11, 2022. The commission also accepted the March 1, 2022 meeting minutes as amended.

• Recommended approval of Final Planned Development, Final Plat, and Rezoning (unanimous, 5-0)
• Approved staff conditions for landscaping, lighting, traffic signage, and easements
• Accepted March 1, 2022 minutes as amended (4-0, Noonan abstained)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider special use permits for restaurants at 44 W. Palatine Road and 154 W. Northwest Highway. The meeting also includes motions regarding the 2022 Sewer Rehabilitation Program and sidewalk replacement.

• Special Use permit and liquor license for Tievoli Pizza Bar (44 W. Palatine Road)
• Special Use permit and liquor license for Annie's Restaurant & Pancake House (154 W. Northwest Highway)
• Driveway expansion variation at 1028 W. Austin Lane
• Contract award for the 2022 Sewer Rehabilitation Program
• Engineering services for the 2022 Algonquin Road Water Main Extension Project

Liquor Commission

The Palatine Liquor Commission is considering liquor license applications for Tievoli Pizza Bar and Annie's Restaurant & Pancake House. The commission will also review a report regarding a stock transfer for Tap House Grill LLC.

• Class G (Beer & Wine) liquor license application for Tievoli Pizza Bar at 44 W. Palatine Road
• Class D (Restaurant) liquor license application for Annie's Restaurant & Pancake House at 154 W. Northwest Highway ($3,854 annual fee)
• Report of stock transfer for Tap House Grill LLC at 56 W. Wilson Street

The Palatine Liquor Commission approved three liquor license applications at its March 14, 2022 meeting. A Class G (Beer & Wine) license was approved for Tievoli Pizza Bar at 44 W. Palatine Road, a Class D (Restaurant) license for Annie's Restaurant & Pancake House at 154 W. Northwest Highway, and a report of stock transfer for Tap House Grill LLC at 56 W. Wilson Street was accepted. All decisions were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved Class G liquor license for Tievoli Pizza Bar at 44 W. Palatine Road (unanimous)
• Approved Class D liquor license for Annie's Restaurant & Pancake House at 154 W. Northwest Highway (unanimous)
• Accepted stock transfer report for Tap House Grill LLC at 56 W. Wilson Street (unanimous)

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two requests for restaurants to operate with local liquor licenses. The board will also consider a variation for a residential driveway expansion at 1028 W. Austin Lane.

• Driveway variation for 1028 W. Austin Lane to allow a 48-foot wide driveway
• Special Use permit for a restaurant with a liquor license at 154 W. Northwest Highway
• Special Use permit for a restaurant with a liquor license at 44 W. Palatine Road

The Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing and unanimously recommended approval for three items: a circular driveway variation at 1028 W. Austin Lane, a special use for a liquor license at Annie's Restaurant & Pancake House (154 W. Northwest Highway), and a special use for a new restaurant with a liquor license at 44 W. Palatine Road (Tievoli). All three recommendations will go to the Village Council on March 14, 2022. The board also accepted the minutes from the February 8, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended approval of circular driveway variation at 1028 W. Austin Lane (6-0)
• Recommended approval of special use for liquor license at Annie's Restaurant & Pancake House, 154 W. Northwest Highway (6-0)
• Recommended approval of special use for new restaurant with liquor license at 44 W. Palatine Road (6-0)
• Accepted minutes of Feb 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will review planned development amendments for Quest Academy and Carraig Subdivision. The agenda also includes proposed traffic ordinance changes and authorizations for new village truck purchases.

• Planned Development Amendment: Palatine Centre/Quest Academy
• Final Planned Development: Carraig Subdivision
• All-Way Stop Intersection at E. Helen Road and S. Benton Street
• Removal of No Right Turn on Red for N. Brockway St at Palatine Rd
• Purchase of replacement log loader, haul trucks, and dump truck

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a request to reinstate the Carraig Subdivision at 274 and 286 W. Michigan Avenue. The proposal involves constructing six new single-family homes and completing a section of Prestwick Street. The project also includes a stormwater detention outlot.

• Final Planned Development for Carraig Subdivision
• Construction of six new single-family homes
• Completion of a 200-foot section of Prestwick Street

The Palatine Plan Commission unanimously approved the Final Planned Development for the Carraig Subdivision at 274 and 286 W. Michigan Avenue, reinstating a 2017 approval that had expired in 2020. The project will construct 6 single-family homes and complete the roadway connecting Carraig and Arcadia subdivisions. Approval was subject to conditions including engineering plan conformance, R-1B zoning standards, fencing restrictions near the detention basin, creation of a homeowners association, and letters of credit totaling $445,983.40.

• Approved Carraig Subdivision Final Planned Development (unanimous)
• Accepted Jan 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing for Carraig Subdivision (unanimous)

Village Council

The Village Council will consider a special use permit for a Popeye's restaurant at 1142 E. Dundee Road. The meeting also includes discussions on outdoor dining implementation and a groundwater ordinance for 737 West Palatine Road.

• Special Use and Variation for Popeye's Restaurant at 1142 E. Dundee Road
• Outdoor dining implementation under the Restore Illinois Plan
• License Agreement with Level 3 Communications, LLC
• Groundwater Ordinance prohibiting wells at 737 West Palatine Road

Village Council

The Village Council will consider contracts for the 2022 Street Resurfacing Program and the Anderson Drive Resurfacing Project. The council will also review a special use amendment for alcohol service at Heng Wing Restaurant.

• Contract award for the 2022 Street Resurfacing Program
• Contract approval for the 2022 Anderson Drive Resurfacing Project
• Special use amendment for alcohol service at Heng Wing Restaurant (121 W. Palatine Road)
• Items related to the 2022 Street Fest

The Village Council approved the 2022 Street Resurfacing Program contract with Arrow Road Construction for $2,758,758, covering 8.2 miles of streets. It also approved a separate $275,000 contract for resurfacing Anderson Drive from Rohlwing Road to Williams Drive, funded by savings from the main bid. The council approved a special use amendment allowing alcohol service at Heng Wing Restaurant, 121 W. Palatine Road, and approved waivers and closures for the 2022 Street Fest, including replacing the Kids Zone with a 'Backyard BBQ' area.

• Approved 2022 Street Resurfacing Program contract with Arrow Road Construction for $2,758,758.
• Approved 2022 Anderson Drive Resurfacing contract with Arrow Road Construction for $275,000.
• Approved special use amendment for alcohol service at Heng Wing Restaurant, 121 W. Palatine Road.
• Approved 2022 Street Fest waivers, street closures, and Village Manager contract authorization.
• Discussed in-house milling and paving program with 50/50 curb and apron replacement option.
• Accepted minutes of February 7, 2022 meeting.

Liquor Commission

The Palatine Liquor Commission is reviewing a Class D liquor license application for Heng Wing Restaurant at 121 W. Palatine Road. The commission will also consider a temporary Class E liquor license for the Downtown Palatine Street Fest scheduled for August 26-28, 2022.

• Class D liquor license application for Heng Wing Restaurant at 121 W. Palatine Road
• $3,854 annual fee for Class D liquor license
• Class E temporary liquor license for Downtown Palatine Street Fest (August 26-28, 2022)

The Palatine Liquor Commission approved a Class D (Restaurant) liquor license for Heng Wing Restaurant at 121 W. Palatine Road, with new owner Ken Situ planning to keep the same menu. The commission also approved a Class E (Temporary) liquor license for the Village's Downtown Palatine Street Fest on August 26-28, 2022. Both approvals were unanimous by voice vote, with Commissioner Brad Helms absent.

• Approved a Class D (Restaurant) liquor license for Heng Wing Restaurant at 121 W. Palatine Road by unanimous voice vote.
• Approved a Class E (Temporary) liquor license for the Downtown Palatine Street Fest on August 26-28, 2022 by unanimous voice vote.
• Accepted the minutes of the January 17, 2022 regular meeting by unanimous voice vote.
• Adjourned the meeting by unanimous voice vote.

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding 1142 E. Dundee Road. The board is considering a special use permit for a restaurant with a drive-thru and a variation to increase permitted signage.

• Special Use permit for a restaurant with a drive-thru at 1142 E. Dundee Road
• Signage variation to allow 280 square feet of total signage instead of the permitted 202 square feet

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended approval of a special use and sign variation for a new Popeye's restaurant with a drive-thru at 1142 E. Dundee Road. The project includes demolishing the former Wendy's and building a new structure with a double-lane drive-thru, subject to staff conditions. The recommendation will go to the Village Council on February 22, 2022.

• Approved minutes of Jan 11, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special use and variation for Popeye's restaurant at 1142 E. Dundee Rd (5-0)

Village Council

The Village Council will review several zoning and traffic ordinances during this meeting. Discussions include special use transfers for two 7-Eleven locations and street closures for St. Patrick's Day celebrations. The council will also consider approving the 2022 Summer and Winter Farmers' Markets.

• Special use transfers for 7-Eleven at 753 W. Palatine Road and 799 W. Northwest Highway
• Street closures and sound ordinance waivers for St. Patrick's Day events
• Approval of the 2022 Summer and Winter Farmers' Markets
• Ordinance to prohibit U-turns on South Cedar Street
• Adoption of the official 2022 Zoning Map

The Palatine Village Council approved a consent agenda that included transferring two 7-Eleven special use permits, approving St. Patrick's Day events with sound waivers, and adopting the 2022 zoning map. The council also approved new traffic restrictions on South Cedar Street and Baldwin Road, and consented to the appointment of a new Village Prosecutor.

• Approved 2022 Warrant #3 for $578,579.63 (unanimous)
• Approved 7-Eleven special use transfer at 753 W. Palatine Road (unanimous)
• Approved 7-Eleven special use transfer at 799 W. Northwest Highway (unanimous)
• Approved St. Patrick's Day Parade street closure and sound waiver for Durty Nellie's (unanimous)
• Approved sound waiver for Tap House Grill St. Pat's Party (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Summer and 2022-2023 Winter Farmers' Markets (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting U-turns on South Cedar Street (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance extending no parking on Baldwin Road (unanimous)

Village Council

The January 24, 2022 meeting includes several items regarding local property developments. The Council will consider amendments for the Park Place Shopping Center and various special use permits.

• Planned Development Amendment for Park Place Shopping Center at 1101 E. Dundee Road
• Ordinance for clubhouse addition at 975 N. Sterling Avenue
• Special Use permit for a drive-through at 1660 N. Rand Road
• Relocation and demolition agreement for 301 W. Johnson Street
• Special Use permit for a fence at 157 E. Wood Street

Planning Commission

The commission reviewed a preliminary planned development for a two-story, 40-unit apartment building at 874-920 N. Quentin Road. Developers presented site plan revisions to address neighbor feedback, including changes to building height and entrance locations. Village staff raised concerns regarding traffic circulation and the single access point on Quentin Road.

• Preliminary Planned Development for a 40-unit apartment building at 874-920 N. Quentin Road
• $15 million State of Illinois investment for the project site
• $1 million secured from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago
• Planned Development Amendment for Park Place Shopping Center at 1101 E. Dundee Road

The Palatine Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval (4-0) of a Planned Development Amendment and Special Use for a new multi-tenant building at 1101 E. Dundee Road, including a Wendy's restaurant with a drive-through. The recommendation includes conditions such as signage and lighting revisions, required permits, and a cross-access agreement with Einstein Bagels. The item will go to the Village Council on January 24, 2022.

• Approved minutes of Dec 7, 2021 meeting as amended (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Planned Development Amendment and Special Use for 1101 E. Dundee Road (4-0)
• Closed public hearing for case #19-73

Village Council

The Village Council approved significant expenditures for police and fire equipment using ARPA funds. The meeting also addressed street closures for the 2022 Hometown Fest and various zoning requests.

• $1,278,000 purchase of a replacement fire aerial platform truck from MacQueen Emergency
• $243,695.68 for in-vehicle computers for Fire and Police departments
• Street closures and fee waivers for the 2022 Jaycees' Hometown Fest
• Special use permit for a fence at 409 S. Elm Street
• Ordinance to allow lateral entry for police officer applicants

Liquor Commission

The Palatine Liquor Commission will consider a beer and wine liquor license application for Modun, Inc., doing business as Sunrise Ramen & Sushi. The commission will also review the minutes from the January 10, 2022 meeting.

• Class G (Beer & Wine) liquor license application for 309 E. Northwest Highway
• Approval of January 10, 2022, meeting minutes

The Palatine Liquor Commission approved a Class G (Beer & Wine) liquor license for Modun, Inc. (d/b/a Sunrise Ramen & Sushi) at 309 E. Northwest Highway by unanimous voice vote. The commission also approved minutes from the January 10, 2022 meeting and a temporary license for the Palatine Jaycees' 2022 Hometown Fest at that earlier meeting.

• Approved Class G liquor license for Sunrise Ramen & Sushi (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted January 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved temporary license for St. Theresa School/Parish AFC/NFC Championship Party (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved temporary license for Palatine Jaycees' 2022 Hometown Fest (unanimous voice vote)

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two special use applications at its next meeting. These include a request for a side yard fence at 157 E. Wood Street and permission to use an existing drive-thru for Smoothie King at 1660 N. Rand Road.

• Special Use: Side yard fence at 157 E. Wood Street
• Special Use: Drive-thru for Smoothie King at 1660 N. Rand Road

The Palatine Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended approval for a special use to install a 4-foot open fence at 157 E. Wood Street and for a drive-thru at 1660 N. Rand Road (Smoothie King). Both items will go to the Village Council on January 24, 2022. The board also approved the December 14, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes of Dec 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special use for fence at 157 E. Wood St (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special use for drive-thru at 1660 N. Rand Rd (7-0)

Village Council

The Palatine Village Council will meet to consider several municipal items, including equipment purchases and zoning requests. The agenda includes authorizing a replacement fire aerial platform truck and street closures for the 2022 Jaycees' Hometown Fest. Additionally, the council will review ordinance amendments related to commercial vehicle licensing.

• Authorization to purchase a replacement Fire Aerial Platform Truck
• Street closures and fee waivers for the 2022 Jaycees' Hometown Fest
• Purchase of in-vehicle computers for Fire and Police departments
• Special use permit for a fence at 409 S. Elm Street
• Setback reduction for a deck at 893 W. Willow Street

Liquor Commission

The Palatine Liquor Commission is reviewing two applications for Class E temporary liquor licenses. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its December 6, 2021 meeting.

• Class E (Temporary) liquor license application for St. Theresa School/Parish AFC/NFC Championship Party on January 16, 2022
• Class E (Temporary) liquor license application for the Palatine Jaycees' 2022 Hometown Fest

The Palatine Liquor Commission approved two Class E (temporary) liquor licenses by unanimous voice vote: one for St. Theresa School/Parish's AFC/NFC Championship Party on January 16, 2022, and one for the Palatine Jaycees' 2022 Hometown Fest. The commission also accepted the minutes from the December 6, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Class E temporary liquor license for St. Theresa School/Parish AFC/NFC Championship Party (unanimous)
• Approved Class E temporary liquor license for Palatine Jaycees 2022 Hometown Fest (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of December 6, 2021 meeting (unanimous)