Wilmette, IL
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WilmetteIL averageUS Census ACS
Per-capita income
$109,840 Median home value
$802,200 Typical home value $1,007,961 +12.3% yr/yr · +41.9% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (98)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Administration Committee
- Gerry Smith — Trustee
- Gina Kennedy — Trustee
- Kate Gjaja — Trustee
- Mark Steen — Trustee
- Justin Sheperd — Trustee
- Michael Lieber — Trustee
Who’s on the Appearance Review Commission
- Nada Andric
- Devan Castellano
- Castellano Richard Brill
- Jeffrey Saad
- Richard Brill
- Doug Johnson
- Jonathan Zee
Who’s on the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
- Maria DiLorenzo — Commissioner
- Chris Hasbrook — Commissioner
- Christine Post — Commissioner
- Cameron Krueger
- Pam Davidson
Who’s on the Environmental and Energy Commission
- Julie Wolf
- Bruce Davidson
- Karen Glennemeier
- William Muno
- Sarina McBride
- William Springer
- Jennessa Tabba
Who’s on the Finance Committee
- Justin Sheperd — Trustee
- Gina Kennedy — Trustee
- Mark Steen — Trustee
- Kathy Dodd — Trustee
Who’s on the Historic Preservation Commission
- Tanvi Parikh
- Rick Daspit
- Charles Hutchinson
- Sandy Faurot
- Bob Fogarty
- Lauren McCourt
Who’s on the Housing Commission
- Elissa Morgante
- Kaine Osburn
- Earl Chase
- Caroline Goldstein
- Lisa Williams
- Ryan Shannahan
- Jeanine Friedman
- John Zurlo
- Stephen Miller
Who’s on the Human Relations Commission
- Ann Dronen
- Alice Chow
- Van Gilmer
- Ceci DiPrima
- Deena Givens
- Eric Hellige
- Swathi Mothkur
- Atharv Pateriya
- Quincy Howard
Who’s on the Judiciary Committee
- Steve Leonard — Trustee
- Kathy Dodd — Trustee
- Lieber — Trustee
- Smith — Trustee
Who’s on the Land Use Committee
- Kathy Dodd — Trustee
- Justin Sheperd — Trustee
- Stephen Leonard — Trustee
- Steve Leonard — Trustee
- Kennedy — Trustee
Who’s on the Municipal Services
- Gina Kennedy — Trustee
- Kate Gjaja — Trustee
- Gerry Smith — Trustee
- Mark Steen — Trustee
Who’s on the Plan Commission
- Mariah DiGrino — Commissioner
- Rahul Bhangare — Commissioner
- William Bradford — Commissioner
- Alan George — Commissioner
- Michael Taylor — Commissioner
- Nancy Werner — Commissioner
- Martin Wolf
- Brenden O’Brien
- Pedro DeJesus
Who’s on the Public Safety Committee
- Stephen Leonard — Trustee
- Kate Gjaja — Trustee
- Gerry Smith — Trustee
- Gerald Smith — Trustee
- Michael Lieber — Trustee
- Stephen — Trustee
Who’s on the Transportation Commission
- Scott Cain — Commissioner
- Libby Braband
- Jill Hayes
- Matt Ginsberg
- Danielle Vaughan
- John Plante
- Randall Tyner
- Ben Schmitt
Who’s on the Village Board
- Kennedy — Trustee
- Senta Plunkett
Who’s on the Zoning Board of Appeals
- Brad Falkof
- Maria Urban
- Ryrie Pellaton
- Christine Norrick
- Didier Glattard
- Marcy Sullivan
- Karl Camillucci
Municipal budget
Total revenue$73.8M (FY2023)
Total spending$89.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$34.2M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$189.4M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,234 (FY2023)
Development activity
202522 housing units ($18.6M)
Upcoming
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Plan Commission
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1. 09-01-2026 PC AGENDA
Documents:
09-01-2026 PC-AGENDA.PDF
Tue Sep 1, 2026
Plan Commission
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1. 09-01-2026 PC AGENDA
Documents:
09-01-2026 PC-AGENDA.PDF
2. Plan Commission Packet 09-01-2026
Documents:
PC PACKET 09-01-2026.PDF
Wed Sep 2, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
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THE VILLAGE OF
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1. ZBA 09-02-2026 Packet
Documents:
ZBA 09-02-2026 PACKET.PDF
Wed Sep 2, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
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1. HPC 09-02-26 AGENDA
Documents:
HPC 9-2-26 AGENDA.PDF
2. HPC 09-02-2026 PACKET
Documents:
09-02-26 HPC PACKET.PDF
Recent meetings
Thu Aug 27, 2026
Environmental and Energy Commission
Wilmette Environmental Commission meets to review agenda and packet
The Environmental and Energy Commission is holding a regular meeting. The agenda consists solely of the agenda and packet documents, with no specific action items listed. This appears to be a procedural meeting.
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1. Agenda
Documents:
EEC 08-27-26 AGENDA.PDF
2. Packet
Documents:
EEC 08-27-26 PACKET.PDF
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Human Relations Commission
Wilmette Human Relations Commission meets; agenda and packet available
The Wilmette Human Relations Commission is holding a meeting on August 26, 2026. The agenda and packet are available as PDF documents. No specific discussion or decision items are listed in the agenda text.
- Agenda document: 08-26-2026 HRC AGENDA.PDF
- Packet document: 08-26-2026 HRC PACKET.PDF
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1. Agenda
Documents:
08-26-2026 HRC AGENDA.PDF
2. Packet
Documents:
08-26-2026 HRC PACKET.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE - MEETING SUMMARY FORM
This summary is provided as a convenience to the Village Board and staff. This is not an official record
of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Human Relations Commission
DATE OF MEETING: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Karen Isaacson, Deena Givens, Ceci DiPrima, Alice Chow, Van Gilmer, Atharv Pateriya
Members Absent: Swathi Mothkur, Ann Dronen, Eric Hellige
Staff Present: Sara Phyfer, Assistant to the Village Manager; Emily Egan, Director of Community Development;
Jodi Luka, Deputy Director of Community Development; Village Housing Plan Consultants Jane Hornstein (Brick
LLC), Robin Snyderman (Brick LLC), Colin Goss (Brick LLC), Nancy Firfer (Metropolitan Mayors Caucus)
AGENDA
Agenda Item – Ground Rules
Chair Givens provided an overview of the Human Relations Commission (HRC) ground rules.
Agenda Item – Public Comment
Suki Fisher expressed support for Jewish American Heritage Month.
Agenda Item – Minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting.
The minutes were approved unanimously.
Agenda Item – Minutes from the July 8, 2026 meeting.
The minutes were approved unanimously.
Presentation: Housing Plan Progress Update
Ms. Luka and Village consultants provided an update to the Commission on the Housing Plan. The discussion
also includ …
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Village Board
Wilmette Village Board meeting agenda and packet posted for Aug 25, 2026
This agenda contains only two items: the agenda document and the full meeting packet for the August 25, 2026 Village Board meeting. No specific agenda items, resolutions, or discussion topics are listed in the text provided, so the meeting's substantive content is contained in the linked PDF documents.
- Meeting date: August 25, 2026
- Agenda PDF posted
- Full Village Board packet PDF posted
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1. 08-25-26 Village Board Agenda
Documents:
08-25-26 VILLAGE BOARD AGENDA.PDF
2. 08-25-26 Village Board Packet
Documents:
08-25-26 VILLAGE BOARD PACKET.PDF
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SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN AT THE WILMETTE
VILLAGE BOARD MEETING HELD AUGUST 25, 2026
The Village Board
1.
Approved:
• Temporary Use Permit to allow a temporary sukkah structure at Congregation
Sukkat Shalom.
• Temporary Use Permit to hold the Backyard Barbecue Store Warehouse Sale.
• Appointment of the Land Use Committee as a Special Zoning Committee to review
amendments to the Zoning Ordinance related to noise in conjunction with proposed
amendments in the Village Code.
• July 2026 Disbursement Report.
• July 2026 Financial Report.
• Contract in the amount not-to-exceed $553,340 with Christopher B. Burke
Engineering, Ltd., (CBBEL) for Phase II engineering services associated with the
Lake Avenue Improvements Project (Resolution #2026-R-118).
• Contract in the amount not-to-exceed $91,300 with Marion, Inc., for masonry
restoration of the Village Hall fountain and retaining wall (Resolution #2026-R-119).
• Contract amendment in the amount not-to-exceed $11,750 with Joe Johnson
Equipment, LLC, dba Standard Equipment, a subsidiary of Federal Signal
Corporation, for the purchase of a sidewalk snowplow machine and attachments
(Resolution #2026-R-120).
• Contract in the amount not-to-exceed $465,900 with Lee Mechanical, Inc., for the
Coagulant Bulk Storage Tank Replacement Project at the water plant (Resolution
#2026-R-121).
• Contract in the amount not-to-exceed $95,324 with CDM Smith, for engineering
construction services associated with the Coagulant …
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Appearance Review Commission
Wilmette Appearance Review Commission meets Aug. 24, 2026
The Wilmette Appearance Review Commission is holding a meeting on August 24, 2026. The agenda contains only the agenda and packet documents, with no listed agenda items, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or the substantive items are contained in the packet.
- Meeting agenda and packet documents posted for ARC 08-24-2026
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1. ARC 08-24-2026 AGENDA
Documents:
ARC 8-24-2026 AGENDA.PDF
2. ARC 08-24-2026 PACKET
Documents:
ARC 08-24-2026 PACKET.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE - MEETING SUMMARY FORM
This summary is provided as a convenience to the Village Board and staff. This is not an official record
of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Appearance Review Commission
DATE OF MEETING: Monday, August 24, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present:, Richard Brill, Andrew Brosseit, Devan Castellano, Richard DeLeo, Doug Johnson,
Jonathan Zee
Members Absent: Jeffrey Saad
Staff Present: Adam Beaver, Planner III-AICP
Consent Agenda
2026-AR-38, 901 Ridge Road, Conforming Signs
2026-AR-40, 525 4th Street, Conforming Sign
2026-AR-43, 1200 Central Avenue, Conforming Signs
The Commission voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda.
2026-AR-36, 3232 Lake Avenue Unit 390, Modifications to an approved Certificate
The Commission granted a modified Appearance Review Certificate for exterior building modifications.
The motion passed unanimously.
2026-AR-37, 701 & 715 Ridge Road, Exterior Modifications, Certificate
The Commission granted an Appearance Review Certificate for exterior building modifications for balcony
railings. The motion passed unanimously.
2026-AR-39, 418 Ridge Road, Modification to an approved Certificate
The Commission granted a modified Appearance Review Certificate for an exterior access lift. The motion
passed unanimously.
DATE …
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Wilmette Zoning Board meets; agenda packet only, no details listed
The Wilmette Zoning Board of Appeals is scheduled to meet on August 19, 2026. The agenda contains only a reference to a meeting packet PDF and no specific items, so this appears to be a procedural or placeholder agenda.
- Agenda packet PDF referenced for the meeting
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✓ Decided: ZBA recommends granting four residential variation requests
The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to recommend granting all four residential variation requests on the agenda: a step setback at 1401 Gregory Avenue, a detached garage setback at 605 Illinois Road, roofed patio variations at 3230 Wilmette Avenue, and a floor area variation for a one-story addition at 849 Michigan Avenue. Each recommendation will be heard by the Village Board on September 8, 2026. No members were absent, and all votes were 7-0.
- Recommended granting step setback variation at 1401 Gregory Avenue (7-0)
- Recommended granting detached garage setback variation at 605 Illinois Road (7-0)
- Recommended granting roofed patio variations at 3230 Wilmette Avenue (7-0)
- Recommended granting floor area variation for one-story addition at 849 Michigan Avenue (7-0)
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THE VILLAGE OF
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1. ZBA 08-19-2026 Packet
Documents:
ZBA 08-19-2026 PACKET.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE - MEETING SUMMARY FORM
This summary is provided as a convenience to the Village Board and staff. This is not an official record
of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Zoning Board of Appeals
DATE OF MEETING: August 19, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Chair Maria Urban, Karl Camillucci, Brad Falkof, Didier Glattard, Christine
Norrick, Ryrie Pellaton, Marcy Sullivan
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Lisa Roberts, Senior Planner
AGENDA
Agenda Item – 2026-Z-31 – 1401 Gregory Avenue – Residential step setback variation –
Ayes: Chair Maria Urban, Karl Camillucci, Brad Falkof, Didier Glattard, Christine Norrick, Ryrie
Pellaton, Marcy Sullivan
Nays: None
Recommendation to grant
The Village Board will hear this case on September 8, 2026
Agenda Item – 2026-Z-30 – 605 Illinois Road – Residential detached garage setback variation –
Ayes: Chair Maria Urban, Karl Camillucci, Brad Falkof, Didier Glattard, Christine Norrick, Ryrie
Pellaton, Marcy Sullivan
Nays: None
Recommendation to grant
The Village Board will hear this case on September 8, 2026
Agenda Item – 2026-Z-28 – 3230 Wilmette Avenue – Residential variations for roofed patio –
Ayes: Chair Maria Urban, Karl Camillucci, Brad Falkof, Didier Glattard, Christine Norrick, Ryrie
Pellaton, Marcy Sullivan
Nays: None …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Administration Committee
Wilmette Administration Committee meets Aug 18, 2026
The Administration Committee of Wilmette, IL, is scheduled to meet on August 18, 2026. The agenda includes the committee agenda and packet documents, but no specific items are listed in the provided text.
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✓ Decided: Committee recommends Historic Preservation Plan for adoption
The Administration Committee unanimously recommended the Historic Preservation Plan for adoption by the Village Board. The committee also received an update on the Housing Plan and requested further clarification on strategy five, along with a separate meeting to discuss metrics and implementation.
- Approved minutes from July 6, 2027 meeting (unanimous)
- Recommended Historic Preservation Plan for adoption to Village Board (unanimous)
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1. 08-18-26 Administration Committee Agenda
Documents:
08-18-26 ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE AGENDA.PDF
2. 08-18-26 Administration Committee Packet
Documents:
08-18-26 ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE PACKET.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE - MEETING SUMMARY FORM
This summary is provided as a convenience to the Village Board and staff. This is not an official record
of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Administration Committee
DATE OF MEETING: August 18, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Chair Mark Steen, Trustee Justin Sheperd, Trustee Michael Lieber
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Emily Egan, Director of Community Development; Jodi Luka, Deputy Director of
Community Development; Adam Beaver, Planner III, Sara Phyfer, Assistant to the Village Manager
Others Present: Richard Daspt, Historic Preservation Commissioner; Siraj Asfahani, The Lakota
Group; Doug Kaarre, The Lakota Group; Ben Schnelle and Nancy Firfer Metropolitan Mayors Caucus;
Jane Hornstein, Brick Partners.
AGENDA
Agenda Item – Minutes from the July 6, 2027 meeting
Minutes were approved unanimously.
Agenda Item – Historical Preservation Plan Discussion and Recommendation for Adoption
The Administration Committee commended the work necessary by the Historic Preservation
Commission and consultant team in order to curate such a well drafted Historic Preservation Plan. The
Committee made a unanimous recommendation for adoption to the Village Board.
Agenda Item – Housing Plan Update
The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus & Brick Part …
Wed Aug 12, 2026
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Fire and Police Commissioners meeting agenda is procedural only
This is the agenda for the Wilmette Board of Fire and Police Commissioners meeting on August 12, 2026. The agenda contains only document listings with no substantive items, decisions, or discussions specified. It is purely procedural boilerplate.
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08-12-26 BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS AGENDA.PDF
08-12-26 Board Of Fire And Police Commissioners Packet
08-12-26 BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS PACKET.PDF
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Tue Aug 11, 2026
Village Board
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1. 08-11-26 Village Board Meeting Cancellation Notice
Documents:
08-11-26 VILLAGE BOARD MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE.PDF
Wed Aug 5, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
✓ Decided: ZBA recommends granting two residential variations
The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to recommend granting a variation for an accessory structure at 3034 Old Glenview Road and a special use with variations for an accessory structure at 920 Sheridan Road. Both recommendations will be heard by the Village Board on August 25, 2026. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Recommended granting accessory structure separation variation at 3034 Old Glenview Road (5-0)
- Recommended granting special use and variations for accessory structure at 920 Sheridan Road (5-0)
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1. ZBA 08-05-2026 AGENDA
Documents:
ZBA 08-05-2026 PACKET.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE - MEETING SUMMARY FORM
This summary is provided as a convenience to the Village Board and staff. This is not an official record
of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Zoning Board of Appeals
DATE OF MEETING: August 5, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Chair Maria Urban, Karl Camillucci, Didier Glattard, Christine Norrick, Ryrie
Pellaton
Members Absent: Brad Falkof, Marcy Sullivan
Staff Present: Lisa Roberts, Senior Planner
AGENDA
Agenda Item – 2026-Z-27 – 3034 Old Glenview Road – Residential accessory structure separation
variation –
Ayes: Chair Maria Urban, Karl Camillucci, Didier Glattard, Christine Norrick, Ryrie Pellaton
Nays: None
Recommendation to grant
The Village Board will hear this case on August 25, 2026
Agenda Item – 2026-Z-29 – 920 Sheridan Road – Residential special use and variations for
accessory structure –
Ayes: Chair Maria Urban, Karl Camillucci, Didier Glattard, Christine Norrick, Ryrie Pellaton
Nays: None
Recommendation to grant
The Village Board will hear this case on August 25, 2026
DATE AND TIME OF NEXT MEETING: August 19, 2026
PERSON PREPARING SUMMARY: Lisa Roberts, Senior Planner
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
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Wed Aug 5, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
✓ Decided: Historic Preservation Commission recommends adoption of preservation plan
The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously recommended adoption of the Historic Preservation Plan after a presentation by The Lakota Group. The commission also approved the June 16, 2026 meeting minutes and discussed scheduling regular meetings for 2027. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.
- Approved June 16, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended adoption of the Historic Preservation Plan (unanimous)
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1. HPC 08-05-2026 AGENDA
Documents:
HPC 8-5-26 AGENDA.PDF
2. HPC 08-05-2026 PACKET
Documents:
08-05-26 HPC PACKET.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE - MEETING SUMMARY FORM
This summary is provided as a convenience to the Village Board and staff. This is not an official record
of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Historic Preservation Commission
DATE OF MEETING: Wednesday, August, 5, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present:, Rick Daspit, Bob Fogarty, John Jacoby, Tanvi Parikh, Arielle Weininger,
Members Absent: Sandy Faurot, Lauren McCourt,
Guests: Siraj Asfahani, Douglas Kaarre (Virtual)
Staff Present: Adam Beaver, Planner III-AICP, Emily Egan, AICP Director of Community
Development
AGENDA ITEM: Meeting Minutes from June 16, 2026
The meeting minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting were approved. Motion to approve by
Commissioner Daspit and seconded by Commissioner Fogarty. Motion passed.
AGENDA ITEM: Recommend adoption of the Historic Preservation Plan.
Siraj Asfahani and Douglas Kaarre of The Lakota Group provided a presentation on the Historic
Preservation Plan. Commissioner Daspit Made a motion to recommend adoption of the Historic
Preservation Plan, seconded by Commissioner Fogarty. The Commission voted unanimously to
recommend adoption of the plan.
AGENDA ITEM: Public Comment
None.
AGENDA ITEM: New Business
Mr. Beaver and the Commission discussed creating regularly scheduled meetings for 2027.
AGENDA ITEM: Old Busi …
Tue Aug 4, 2026
Plan Commission
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1. Plan Commission Regular Meeting Materials - CANCELLED
Documents:
08-04-2026 PC-AGENDA_CANCELLED.PDF
Mon Aug 3, 2026
Appearance Review Commission
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1. ARC 08-03-2026 AGENDA
Documents:
ARC 8-3-2026 AGENDA.PDF
2. ARC 08-03-2026 PACKET
Documents:
ARC 08-03-2026 PACKET_FINAL.PDF
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Public Safety Committee
Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026
The agenda provided consists of procedural boilerplate and document links. There are no specific items, proposals, or decisions listed in the provided text.
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✓ Decided: Committee directs staff to pursue used ladder truck purchase
The Public Safety Committee reviewed options for replacing the Village's tower ladder fleet and directed staff to pursue the purchase of a used 2025 Pierce Enforcer 100' Platform Quint as the primary option, with the fallback of ordering a new truck if the used unit is unavailable. The final recommendation will go to the full Village Board for approval. No formal vote was taken; the decision was a direction to staff.
- Directed staff to pursue purchase of used 2025 Pierce Enforcer 100' Platform Quint (no vote recorded)
- Directed staff to begin process of ordering new Pierce Tower Ladder if used unit unavailable (no vote recorded)
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1. 07-28-26 Public Safety Committee Agenda
Documents:
07-28-26 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE AGENDA.PDF
2. 07-28-26 Public Safety Committee Packet
Documents:
07-28-26 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE PACKET.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE MEETING SUMMARY FORM
This summary is provided as a convenience to the Village Board and staff. This is not an official record
of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Public Safety Committee
DATE OF MEETING: July 28, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Chair Trustee Gerry Smith, Trustee Stephen Leonard, Trustee Michael Lieber
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Fire Chief Brian Lambel, Deputy Fire Chief Michael Scheetz, Deputy Fire Chief Ryan
Menzies, Assistant Village Manager Erik Hallgren, and Director of Engineering & Public Works Dan
Manis
Agenda Item – Review and Discussion of Ladder Truck Purchase Plan
Staff provided an overview of the ladder truck replacement plan options for the Public Safety
Committee’s review. The options included the replacement and/or refurbishment of the Village’s tower
ladder fleet to provide for a frontline and reserve unit based upon NFPA guidelines. Each option included
an evaluation based upon cost, timeline, operational impact, and long-term value.
Staff reviewed the current ladder truck fleet and how it aligned with the 25-year lifecycle model that was
consistent with NFPA guidelines. Staff provided an overview of the required maintenance and repair
work for the current units including a recent hydraulic refurbishment for Unit 204 and the planned
refurbishment for Unit 205.
Staff provided the …
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Village Board
Wilmette Village Board meeting — procedural, no substantive items listed
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✓ Decided: Village Board approves $2.25M lead service line replacement contract
The Village Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $2.25M road work project and sewer repairs. It also adopted a moratorium on permitted uses within the PCD-3 Zoning District and designated Levy House as a local landmark.
- Approved $2,254,000 contract with Pipe Strong, LLC for 2027 Road Work – Lead Service Line Replacement
- Approved $284,308 contract with Concept Plumbing, Inc. for Sewer Repair and Valve Installation
- Adopted ordinance establishing a moratorium on permitted uses within the PCD-3 Zoning District
- Adopted ordinance designating 700 Greenwood Avenue (Levy House) as a local landmark
- Approved $96,400 contract with Marion, Inc. for Fire Station 26 hose tower masonry restoration
- Approved $74,410 contract with Swan Analytical Instruments for water quality instruments
- Approved appointment of Land Use Committee as a Special Zoning Committee for PCD-3 review
- Approved Temporary Use Permit for Johnnie-O grand opening at Plaza del Lago on August 1, 2026
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07-28-26 VILLAGE BOARD AGENDA.PDF
07-28-26 Village Board Packet
07-28-26 VILLAGE BOARD PACKET.PDF
07-28-26 Additional Agenda Material
07-28-26 ADDITIONAL AGENDA MATERIAL.PDF
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SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN AT THE WILMETTE
VILLAGE BOARD MEETING HELD JULY 28, 2026
The Village Board
1. Approved:
• Temporary Use Permit to allow the Johnnie-O grand opening celebration event at
Plaza del Lago on August 1, 2026.
• Appointment of the Land Use Committee as a Special Zoning Committee to review
the Zoning Ordinance regulations related to the Planned Unit C ommercial
Development – 3 (PCD-3) zoning district (Westlake Plaza) and adjacent
commercial properties.
• June 2026 Disbursement Report.
• Boards and Commissions Report – 2
nd Quarter.
• Legal Department Financial Report – 2nd Quarter.
• Contract in the amount not -to-exceed $284,308 with Concept Plumbing, Inc., for
the Sewer Repair and Valve Installation Program (Resolution #2026-R-108).
• Contract amendment in the amount not -to-exceed $7,330 with Civiltec h
Engineering, Inc., for additional services associated with the implementation of the
Master Bike and Active Transportation Plan (Resolution #2026-R-110).
• Contract in the amount not -to-exceed $96,400 with Marion, I nc., for masonry
restoration of the hose tower at Fire Station 26 (Resolution #2026-R-111).
• Contract in the amount not-to-exceed $74,410 with Swan Analytical Instruments for
water quality instruments (Resolution #2026-R-112).
• Contract in the amount not -to-exceed $2,254,000 with Pipe Strong, LLC, for the
2027 Road Work – Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Program (Resolution
#2026-R-109).
• Agreement in the amo …
Thu Jul 23, 2026
Police and Firefighters' Pension Boards of Trustees
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07-23-26 POLICE AND FIRE PENSION BOARDS AGENDA.PDF
07-23-26 Police And Firefighters' Pension Board Packet
07-23-26 FIRE AND POLICE PENSION BOARD PACKET.PDF
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Tue Jul 21, 2026
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves police and firefighter hires, promotion, and recruitment plan
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners unanimously approved a final job offer for a new police officer, conditional offers for two firefighter/paramedics, and a promotion to fire lieutenant. They also approved the 2026 firefighter recruitment timeline, set a 70% minimum passing score for the written exam, and adopted rule changes for candidate testing. All votes were 3-0.
- Authorized final employment offer for Entry Level Police Officer Bobby Anderson, pending medical records (3-0)
- Authorized conditional offers for Firefighter/Paramedic DeAndre Eagle and Israel Cornelio (3-0)
- Approved promotion of Kevin Schuman to Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic effective September 9, 2026 (3-0)
- Approved 2026 Firefighter Entry Level Recruitment and Timeline, authorizing staff changes as needed (3-0)
- Set minimum passing score of 70% for Entry Level Firefighter Written Examination (3-0)
- Approved rule changes for new candidate testing (3-0)
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07-21-26 BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS AGENDA.PDF
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TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2025, AT 7:00 A.M.
VILLAGE HALL, COMMITTEE MEETING ROOM (2ND FLOOR)
1200 WILMETTE AVENUE, WILMETTE, ILLINOIS
MEETING MINUTES
I.
Call to Order
Commissioner DiLorenzo called the meeting to order at 7:04 a.m. Board members
DiLorenzo, Post and Hasbrook were present, and the meeting was convened with a
quorum
II.
Roll Call
Commissioner DiLorenzo, Commissioner Post and Commissioner Hasbrook, Fire
Chief Brian Lambel, Deputy Chief Ryan Menzies, Human Resource Manager Diana
Bobadilla, Management Assistant Emily Janowiak and Management Analyst Margie
Mosele were present.
III.
Public Comment
None
IV.
Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Post moved to approve the meeting minutes from June 16, 2026.
Commissioner Hasbrook seconded the motion. No further discussion occurred
regarding the motion. Voting yes: Commissioners DiLorenzo, Hasbrook and Post.
Voting no: none.
The motion carried
V.
Closed Session Pursuant to Section 2(c)(1) of the Open Meetings Act to
Discuss Employee Hiring, Firing, Compensation, Discipline and Performance
Commissioner Post motioned to move to Closed Session Pursuant to Section 2(c)(1)
of the Open Meetings Act to Discuss Employee Hiring, Firing, Compensation,
Discipline and Performance at 7:08 a.m. Commissioner Hasbrook seconded the
motion.
Voting yes: Commissioners DiLorenzo Post and V Hasbrook Voting no: none.
The motion carried
Commissioner Post motioned adjourn closed session to return to Open …
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
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Documents:
07-15-26 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING CANCELLATION.PDF
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Village Board
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07-14-26 VILLAGE BOARD MEETING CANCELLATION.PDF
Mon Jul 13, 2026
Housing Commission
The Housing Commission will hold a meeting on July 13, 2026
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✓ Decided: Housing Commission holds final community housing strategy session
The Housing Commission held its third and final Conversations with the Commission event at the Wilmette Public Library. Metropolitan Mayors Caucus representatives presented draft housing strategies, and the Commission gathered public feedback via written note cards for further consideration. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.
- Held final Conversations with the Commission event at Wilmette Public Library
- Received draft housing strategies from Metropolitan Mayors Caucus
- Collected public feedback on strategies via written note cards
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1. 07-13-26 Housing Commission Agenda
Documents:
07-13-26 HOUSING COMMISSION AGENDA.PDF
1.1. Conversation With The Commission 7/13 Slides
Documents:
HC 07-13-2026 MEETING SLIDES.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE - MEETING SUMMARY FORM
This summary is provided as a convenience to the Village Board and staff. This is not an official record
of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board , Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks ’ Offic e.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: H ousing Commission
DATE OF MEETING: Monday, July 13 , 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Chair Kaine Osburn, Caroline Goldstein, Stephen Miller, John Zurlo , Earl Chase,
Ryan Shannahan
Members Absent : Elissa Morgante
Staff Present: Emily Egan, Director of Community Development ; Jodi Luka, Deputy Director of
Community Development ; Lucas Holubar, Community Development Intern
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
None
OLD BUSINESS:
The Housing Commission held its third, and final, Conversations with the Commission event at the
Wilmette Public Library. Ben Schnelle and Jane Hornstein of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus (MMC)
presented draft strategies to the Commission and audience. Chair Osburn responded with community
feedback received to date, and staff provided potential next steps for each strategy. The public was asked
to respond to each strategy on written note cards that were submitted back to MMC for further
consideration.
NEXT MEETING : September 17 , 2026
PERSON PREPARING SUMMARY: Jodi Luka, Deputy Director of Community Development
Wed Jul 8, 2026
Human Relations Commission
✓ Decided: HRC postpones votes on Jewish Heritage Month and minutes due to lack of quorum
The Human Relations Commission met on July 8, 2026, but lacked a quorum, so votes on the March 24 meeting minutes and adding Jewish American Heritage Month to the workplan were postponed to the next meeting. Commissioners discussed updates to the workplan, including the anti-hate campaign and recognizing Hispanic Heritage and Native American Heritage Months, but no formal decisions were made. Staff noted that a permanent Pride installation would depart from the Village's existing display framework.
- Postponed vote on March 24, 2026 minutes due to lack of quorum
- Postponed vote on adding Jewish American Heritage Month to workplan due to lack of quorum
- Postponed vote on Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation due to lack of quorum
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THE VILLAGE OF
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1. Agenda
Documents:
07-08-2026 HRC AGENDA.PDF
2. Packet
Documents:
07-08-2026 HRC PACKET.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE - MEETING SUMMARY FORM
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of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Human Relations Commission
DATE OF MEETING: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Ann Dronen, Karen Isaacson, Deena Givens, Eric Hellige
Members Absent: Ceci DiPrima, Alice Chow, Swathi Mothkur, Van Gilmer, Atharv Pateriya
Staff Present: Sara Phyfer, Assistant to the Village Manager
AGENDA
Agenda Item – Ground Rules
Chair Dronen provided an overview of the Human Relations Commission (HRC) ground rules.
Agenda Item – Public Comment
Rabbi Dovid Flinkenstein expressed support for Jewish American Heritage Month.
Besty Hart expressed support for Jewish American Heritage Month.
Mark Weyermuller shared information about his Facebook group. He also requested that the Village’s various
boards and commissions be consolidated and that all meetings be taped.
Recognition of Student Commissioner Romy Parekh
Commissioners recognized the work of Ms. Parekh.
Agenda Item – Minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting.
The vote on the minutes would be postponed to the next meeting due to lack of a quorum.
Discussion and Consideration of Adding Jewish American Heritage Month to the HRC Workplan
Ms. Phyfer summa …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
Plan Commission
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Documents:
07-07-26 PLAN COMMISSION MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE.PDF
Mon Jul 6, 2026
Administration Committee
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✓ Decided: Administration Committee approved May meeting minutes and reviewed housing plan update
The Committee approved the minutes from the May 12, 2026, meeting. The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and Brick Partners presented an update on the Wilmette specific Housing Plan including draft strategies. Discussion also occurred regarding the Historical Preservation Plan update.
- Approved May 12, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
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07-06-26 ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE AGENDA.PDF
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of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Administration Committee
DATE OF MEETING: July 6, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Chair Mark Steen, Trustee Justin Sheperd, Trustee Michael Lieber
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Emily Egan, Director of Community Development; Jodi Luka, Deputy Director of
Community Development; Lucas Holubar, Community Development Intern
Others Present: Ben Schnelle and Nancy Firfer Metropolitan Mayors Caucus; Jane Hornstein, Brick
Partners.
AGENDA
Agenda Item – Minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting
Minutes were approved unanimously.
Agenda Item – Historical Preservation Plan Update
A memo was shared following up on the previous meeting. Discussion occurred around participation
and attendance at the recent open house.
Agenda Item – Housing Plan Update
The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus & Brick Partners presented an update on the Housing Plan to the
Committee. Data and findings through various engagement sessions were included in the presentation.
Data gathered throughout the process is assisting the creation of a Wilmette specific Housing Plan and
being used to draft strategies for consideration. These …
Mon Jul 6, 2026
Appearance Review Commission
✓ Decided: Commission approves several appearance review certificates
The Appearance Review Commission approved multiple requests for exterior modifications and lighting. These included approvals for fencing, building additions, and various lighting changes at Skokie Boulevard, Green Bay Road, and Michigan Avenue.
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Granted appearance review certificate for 50-60 Skokie Boulevard exterior lighting (unanimous)
- Granted appearance review certificate for 171 Green Bay Road parking lot lighting with 3000K temperature condition (unanimous)
- Granted appearance review certificate for 911 Michigan Avenue fencing (unanimous)
- Granted appearance review certificate for 911 Michigan Avenue building modifications/addition subject to material sample approval (unanimous)
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1. ARC 07-06-2026 Agenda
Documents:
ARC 7-6-2026 AGENDA.PDF
2. ARC 07-06-2026 Packet
Documents:
ARC 07-06-2026 PACKET.PDF
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of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Appearance Review Commission
DATE OF MEETING: Monday, July 6, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present:, Richard Brill, Devan Castellano, Richard DeLeo, Doug Johnson, Jeffrey Saad, Jonathan
Zee
Members Absent:
Staff Present: Adam Beaver, Planner III-AICP
Consent Agenda
2026-AR-34, 90 Skokie Boulevard, Conforming Sign
The Commission voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda.
2026-AR-33, 50-60 Skokie Boulevard, Exterior Lighting Modifications, Certificate
The Commission granted an Appearance Review Certificate for exterior lighting modifications. The motion
passed unanimously.
2026-AR-31, 171 Green Bay Road, Parking Lot Lighting Modifications, Certificate
The Commission granted an Appearance Review Certificate for parking lot lighting modifications with the
condition that the light temperature be limited to 3000K. The motion passed unanimously.
2026-AR-32, 911 Michigan Avenue, Fencing, Certificate
The Commission granted an Appearance Review Certificate for fencing. The motion passed unanimously.
2026-AR-14, 911 Michigan Avenue, Building Modifications/Addition
The Commission granted an Appearance …
Wed Jul 1, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board of Appeals meets to review revised packet
The Wilmette Zoning Board of Appeals is scheduled to meet on July 1, 2026, to review a revised packet of documents.
- Review of ZBA 07-01-2026 Revised Packet
- Review of ZBA 07-01-2026 Packet
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✓ Decided: ZBA recommends approval for residential variations at 819 16th Street and 1222 Lake Avenue
The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended granting variations for a residential air conditioner condenser setback at 819 16th Street and parking pad variations at 1222 Lake Avenue. Both cases are scheduled to be heard by the Village Board on July 28, 2026.
- Recommended granting air conditioner condenser setback variation for 819 16th Street (6-0)
- Recommended granting residential parking pad variations for 1222 Lake Avenue (6-0)
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Documents:
ZBA 07-01-2026 PACKET.PDF
1.1. ZBA 07-01-2026 REVISED PACKET
Documents:
ZBA 07-01-2026 PACKET REVISED.PDF
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of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Zoning Board of Appeals
DATE OF MEETING: July 1, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Acting Chair Karl Camillucci, Brad Falkof, Didier Glattard, Christine Norrick,
Ryrie Pellaton, Marcy Sullivan
Members Absent: Chair Maria Urban
Staff Present: Lisa Roberts, Senior Planner
AGENDA
Agenda Item – 2026-Z-26 – 819 16th Street – Residential air conditioner condenser setback variation
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Ayes: Acting Chair Karl Camillucci, Brad Falkof, Didier Glattard, Christine Norrick, Ryrie Pellaton,
Marcy Sullivan
Nays: None
Recommendation to grant
The Village Board will hear this case on July 28, 2026
Agenda Item – 2026-Z-25 – 1222 Lake Avenue – Residential parking pad variations –
Ayes: Acting Chair Karl Camillucci, Brad Falkof, Didier Glattard, Christine Norrick, Ryrie Pellaton,
Marcy Sullivan
Nays: None
Recommendation to grant
The Village Board will hear this case on July 28, 2026
DATE AND TIME OF NEXT MEETING: August 5, 2026
PERSON PREPARING SUMMARY: Lisa Roberts, Senior Planner
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Thu Jun 25, 2026
Environmental and Energy Commission
✓ Decided: EEC agrees to update sustainability plan and research dark sky signs
The Environmental and Energy Commission unanimously approved the April 30 meeting minutes. Commissioners agreed to update the Village’s Sustainability Plan in the near future, which will guide local environmental standards and community programs like compost drop-offs and green home incentives. Members also determined staff will research dark sky yard signs for the next meeting and added a recommendation to adopt Skokie-style bird strike criteria into local zoning codes.
- Approved April 30 meeting minutes unanimously
- Agreed to update the Village’s Sustainability Plan in the near future
- Determined staff will research dark sky yard signs ahead of next meeting
- Added a recommendation to adopt Skokie-style bird strike criteria into zoning codes
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THE VILLAGE OF
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1. Agenda
Documents:
EEC 06-25-2026 AGENDA.PDF
2. Packet
Documents:
EEC 06-25-2026 PACKET.PDF
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of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
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BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Environmental and Energy Commission
DATE OF MEETING: Thursday, June 25, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Julie Wolf, William Muno, William Springer, Bruce Davidson, Karen Glennemeier,
Sarina McBride and Jennessa Tabba
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Lucy Mellen, Sustainability Coordinator
AGENDA
Agenda Item – Chair’s Report
Chair Wolf stated that she did not have a Chair’s Report.
Agenda Item – Approval of Minutes
April 30, 2026
Minutes were approved unanimously with no revisions.
Agenda Item – Staff Report
a. EEC Program Updates
Ms. Mellen provided the Commissioners with updates on the pollinator habitat yard signs, compost drop-
off program, Green Homes Incentive Program, and community solar.
b. 2027 Wilmette History Museum Historic Housewalk
Ms. Mellen shared that the Wilmette History Museum is considering focusing on sustainability for their
2027 Housewalk.
c. Sustainability Plan Update
Ms. Mellen shared that staff are considering updating the Village’s Sustainability Plan since it was
approved six years ago and the majority of recommendations are either complete or in progress. The
Commission …
Thu Jun 25, 2026
Finance Committee
✓ Decided: Committee recommends bond reallocation and budget amendments for sewer and lead lines
The Finance Committee recommended reallocating $1 million in unspent bond proceeds to the police station project. They also recommended budget amendments for a sewer lining project and an expanded lead service line replacement program. Discussions included vehicle sticker assistance, budget reserves, and various fee updates.
- Recommended reallocating $1 million in unspent series 2021 bond proceeds to the Police Station project
- Recommended budget amendment for sewer lining project
- Recommended budget amendment and additional lead service line replacements totaling $3.7 million
- Discussed potential credit card fees and non-fee payment alternatives
- Discussed permit fee structures including demolition and technology fees
- Discussed ambulance billing changes to consolidate categories and address balance billing
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BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Finance Committee
DATE OF MEETING: June 25, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Chair Justin Sheperd, Trustee Mark Steen
Members Absent: Trustee Gina Kennedy
Staff Present: Melinda Molloy, Finance Director; Erik Hallgren, Assistant Village Manager
Agenda Item — Vehicle Sticker Assistance Program
Staff provided an update on the vehicle sticker assistance program, which was launched in 2026 to
provide financial assistance to qualifying individuals. The program was launched in part to offset the
impact of the grocery tax. Overall, 102 households took advantage of the program as of the time of the
memo and staff sought direction on potential changes to program for future years including additional
eligibility criteria or expanded program advertisement. There was a suggestion from Trustee Sheperd
to include unemployment as an approved eligibility criterion. Additionally, there was a request to
continue to research and evaluate other potential assistance program from Trustee Steen.
Agenda Item — Budget Reserves
Staff provided an update on reserves per the Village’s reserve policy including a discussion about
reserves compared to the minimum required levels. Staff discussed potential future allocations for
reserves such as the police station from the General Fund as well as how reserves from Water Fund
could be utilized as part of future capital investment needs. There was a dis …
Tue Jun 23, 2026
Finance Committee
✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves presentation of FYE 2025 financial report
The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting. Members reviewed the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, which received a clean, unmodified opinion. The Committee approved presenting the final report to the Village Board.
- Approved December 10, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
- Approved presenting FYE 2025 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report to Village Board
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BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Finance Committee
DATE OF MEETING: June 23, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS, STAFF AND GUESTS PRESENT:
Members Present: Chair Justin Sheperd, Trustee Mark Steen
Members Absent: Trustee Gina Kennedy
Staff: Melinda Molloy, Finance Director; Erik Hallgren, Assistant Village Manager
Guests: Riley Martin, Principal, Lauterbach & Amen, LLP
Agenda Item — Minutes of the 12/10/25 Finance Committee Meeting — Approved 2-0
Agenda Item — Discussion of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year
ended December 31, 2025
Ms. Molloy began the discussion by thanking the auditor, actuary and staff for all the work that goes
into the audit and the preparation of the ACFR. She noted the on-going challenge with timeliness of
the final statementfrom the Fire Consolidated Fund, the delayed and revised reports from IMRF, the
impact of the delayed second installment of property taxes and the further impact of GASB 96.
Riley Martin with Lauterbach & Amen presented the audit results. The Village received a clean,
unmodified opinion, with no internal control findings or audit disagreements. The auditmetthe GFOA
Certificate of Achievement program's standards and included additional required disclosures specific
to that designation.
Committee members asked questions and discussed in detail pension and OPEB actuarial results
and impact on the financialstatements. The were questions and discussion about t …
Tue Jun 23, 2026
Village Board
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✓ Decided: Village Board approves several service contracts and pension fund transfers
The Village Board approved multiple vendor contracts for elevator repairs, street light painting, and pump rebuilds. The Board also authorized various pension fund contributions and a temporary construction trailer permit. Additionally, two special use variations were granted and one commission appointment was made.
- Approved temporary construction trailer at 1046 Michigan Avenue
- Approved May 2026 Financial Report
- Approved Firefighters’ and Police Pension Funds actuarial valuations
- Approved $70,000 transfer to Section 105 Fund
- Approved $332,629.46 project contingency for Atrium Roadway stormwater management
- Approved Health Inspection Professionals, Inc. contract up to $168,000
- Approved Anderson Elevator Co. contract up to $271,025
- Approved NuEra Enterprises, Inc. contract up to $42,750
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06-23-26 Village Board Packet
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06-23-26 Additional Agenda Material
06-23-26 ADDITIONAL AGENDA MATERIAL.PDF
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SUMMARY OF ACTION TAKEN AT THE WILMETTE
VILLAGE BOARD MEETING HELD JUNE 23, 2026
The Village Board
1. Approved:
• Temporary Use Permit to allow a temporary construction trailer at 1046 Michigan
Avenue from July 1, 2026, through February 1, 2028.
• May 2026 Financial Report.
• Actuarial valuations for both the Firefighters’ and Police Pension Funds as of
January 1, 2026.
• Actuarial valuations for the Village’s Section 105 Program as of January 1, 2026,
and the t ransfer of $70,000 to the Section 105 Fund to fulfill the actuarial
contribution requirement.
• Use of project contingency within Henry Bros. Co. construction contract in the
amount of $332,629.46 for required stormwater management revisions associated
with the Atrium Roadway for the New Police Station Project.
• Three-year contract extension in the amount not -to-exceed $168,000 with Health
Inspection Professionals, Inc., for food service inspections and plan reviews
(Resolution #2026-R-102).
• Contract in the amount not -to-exceed $271,025 with South West Industries, Inc.,
dba Anderson Elevator Co., for Village Hall elevator repair and modernization
(Resolution #2026-R-103).
• Contract in the amount not -to-exceed $42,750 with NuEra Enterprises, Inc., for
street light pole painting (Resolution #2026-R-104).
• Contract in the amount not -to-exceed $40,000 with The Progress Group, Inc., for
high lift pump rebuild (Resolution #2026-R-105).
2 Granted Variations, Special Use and/or Planne …
Thu Jun 18, 2026
Housing Commission
The Housing Commission meeting agenda for June 18, 2026
This is a procedural agenda for the Wilmette Housing Commission meeting. The provided documents consist of an agenda packet and supplemental presentation slides.
proceduralhousing
✓ Decided: Housing Commission received updates on Housing Plan and Historical Preservation Plan
The Commission approved the minutes from the April 30 and May 21 meetings. Consultants presented draft strategies for the Village's Housing Plan, and Director Egan provided updates on the Historical Preservation Plan.
- Approved April 30, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approved May 21, 2026 meeting minutes
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wilmette
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1. HC 06-18-2026 Agenda
Documents:
06-18-2026 HC AGENDA.PDF
1.1. HC 06-18-2026 PACKET
Documents:
HC 06-18-2026 PACKET.PDF
1.Il. Supplemental Materials
Documents:
JUNE 18 HC MEETING SLIDES.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE - MEETING SUMMARY FORM
This summary is provided as a convenience to the Village Board and staff. This is not an official record
of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Housing Commission
DATE OF MEETING: Thursday, June 18, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Chair Kaine Osburn, Caroline Goldstein, Stephen Miller, John Zurlo, Earl Chase,
Elissa Morgante, Ryan Shannahan
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Emily Egan, Director of Community Development & Jodi Luka, Deputy Director of
Community Development
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The Commission approved minutes from the April 30, 2026 Conversation with the Commission meeting
and the May 21, 2026 Housing Commission meeting.
OLD BUSINESS:
The Commission received an update from consultants Ben Schnelle and Jane Hornstein of the
Metropolitan Mayors Caucus regarding progress on the Village’s Housing Plan. The presentation
included data collected through stakeholder engagement sessions, the community survey, prior
Commission Conversations and meetings , and relevant census data . The consultants presented draft
strategies to the Commission for initial thoughts and feedback and proposed approaches to the third and
final “Conversations with the Commission” meeting on July 13th at the Wilmette Library.
Director Egan presented updates …
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
✓ Decided: Zoning Board recommends height variation for 1101 Dartmouth Street
The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended granting a height variation for an institutional accessory structure at 1101 Dartmouth Street. The case will be heard by the Village Board on June 23, 2026.
- Recommended grant of height variation for 1101 Dartmouth Street (6-0)
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THE VILLAGE OF
Wilmette
1. ZBA 06-17-2026 Packet
Documents:
ZBA 06-17-2026 PACKET.PDF
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BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE - MEETING SUMMARY FORM
This summary is provided as a convenience to the Village Board and staff. This is not an official record
of proceedings of any Village of Wilmette Board, Commission or Committee. Official Minutes are
recorded and maintained by the Clerks’ Office.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Zoning Board of Appeals
DATE OF MEETING: June 17, 2026
NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF:
Members Present: Chair Maria Urban, Karl Camillucci, Brad Falkof, Christine Norrick, Ryrie
Pellaton, Marcy Sullivan
Members Absent: Didier Glattard
Staff Present: Lisa Roberts, Senior Planner
AGENDA
Agenda Item – 2026-Z-24 – 1101 Dartmouth Street – Institutional accessory structure height
variation –
Ayes: Chair Maria Urban, Karl Camillucci, Brad Falkof, Christine Norrick, Ryrie Pellaton, Marcy
Sullivan
Nays: None
Recommendation to grant
The Village Board will hear this case on June 23, 2026
DATE AND TIME OF NEXT MEETING: July 1, 2026
PERSON PREPARING SUMMARY: Lisa Roberts, Senior Planner
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE: Zoning Board of Appeals DATE OF MEETING: June 17, 2026 NAMES OF MEMBERS AND STAFF: Members Present: Chair Maria Urban, Karl Camillucci, Brad Falkof, Christine…
6 yea
Maria Urban yea · Karl Camillucci yea · Brad Falkof yea · Christine Norrick yea · Ryrie Pellaton yea · Marcy Sullivan yea
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
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| $1.9M | CUSATIS COMPUTATIONAL SERVICES INC. Department of Defense · SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH (SBIR) PHASE II TOPIC A234-P014. |
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Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments134,513 (2,492,328 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,761/mo (105 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy25.4% (low numeracy 36% · 2017)
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$73.8M
Spending$89.2M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load VERY-HIGH
Outstanding debt$189.4M
Debt-to-revenue2.57×
Debt-load index87 / 100
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