Village of Northbrook Board of Trustees met June 14.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
1. ROLL CALL
| Attendee Name | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Kathryn Ciesla | Village President | Present | |
| Bob Israel | Trustee | Absent | |
| Muriel Collison | Trustee | Absent | |
| Heather Ross | Trustee | Present | |
| Johannah Hebl | Trustee | Absent | |
| Dan Pepoon | Trustee | Present | |
| Joy Ebhomielen | Trustee | Present |
3. MINUTES APPROVAL
A. Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting - May 24, 2022 7:30 PM
Trustee Ross moved, seconded by Trustee Pepoon to approve the May 14, 2022 minutes, as amended. On voice vote, all were in favor.
| RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Heather Ross, Trustee SECONDER: Dan Pepoon, Trustee AYES: Ciesla, Ross, Pepoon, Ebhomielen ABSENT: Israel, Collison, Hebl |
President Ciesla noted the public can make comments by emailing publiccomments@northbrook.il.us. Email responses must be under 200 words in length.
Village Clerk/Administrative Services Manager Debbie Ford read one emailed comment:
The Polisky Family, requested the Village Board evaluate Dundee Road, and establish a reduced speed limit from 45 to 40 miles per hour between Sanders and Pfingsten Roads. The goal is to promote pedestrian safety for the children walking in the high traffic area, reduce vehicle emissions and noise pollution, and reduce accidents at the intersection of Pfingsten and Dundee.
President Ciesla noted the State has authority over Dundee Road.
5. MANAGER'S REPORT
Village Manager Cara Pavlicek reported children/elderly/pets should not be left in vehicles due to extreme summer heat temperatures. Furthermore, if you are enjoying the outdoors please stay hydrated. Currently, Village Hall is open for early voting until June 27, 2022, from 9 am to 4 pm. The public can purchase vehicles stickers (September 1, 2022 deadline) and pet tags online or visit Village Hall
6. WARRANT LIST
A. Review and Approval of Payments to be Made
Trustee Pepoon Moved for the approval of class A & B Warrants dated May 16, 2022 - May 31, 2022 in the amount of $1,702,221.07.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Dan Pepoon, Trustee SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee AYES: Ciesla, Ross, Pepoon, Ebhomielen ABSENT: Israel, Collison, Hebl |
Trustee Pepoon Moved for the approval of Frontage Deposit refunds totaling $4,356.00 dated May 30, 2022.
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Dan Pepoon, Trustee SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee AYES: Ciesla, Ross, Pepoon, Ebhomielen ABSENT: Israel, Collison, Hebl |
President Ciesla expressed concern regarding antisemitic flyers placed around the Village of Northbrook. She read a statement the Village released to promote peace, which received great support from the community. A Cook County Judge and representative with the Jewish United Fund, would like to collaborate with Northbrook to educate the public and promote peace. She noted May Hansen has greatly helped the Village promote the community pledge, which can be found online. She encouraged the public to sign the pledge to combat discrimination in the community.
Furthermore, she encouraged the public to share ideas/initiatives for next year’s budget, by completing the form online (northbrook.il.us/cheese). To note, the pop-up patch will take place on the corner of Meadow Road & Cherry Lane this year. On June 22, 2022, the Farmers Market opens this summer to the public from 7 am to 1 pm. The Village is partnering with the Park District to host pickle ball.
A. COMMUNITY MOMENT
May Hansen shared tips on how to avoid awkward interactions with people. She encouraged the public to be communicative, and acknowledge people you see, to avoid making others feel invisible/disrespected.
B. PROCLAMATION:
A Proclamation Recognizing June 19, 2022 as "Juneteenth" in the Village of Northbrook President Ciesla commented on June 19, 1865, Union Major General Gordon Granger landed at Galveston, Texas with news that the American Civil War had ended 2.5- years prior with the signing of President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, and that the enslaved are now free. Texas was the last state to accept an equality of rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves. Many former slaves left the plantations of Texas to embrace freedom and seek out family. The celebration of June 19th was coined “Juneteenth”, which celebrates Black freedom, history and achievement.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Heather Ross, Trustee SECONDER: Dan Pepoon, Trustee AYES: Ciesla, Ross, Pepoon, Ebhomielen ABSENT: Israel, Collison, Hebl |
A Resolution Authorizing the Renewal of an Agreement for Hydrant Painting with Alpha Paintworks, Inc. of Chicago, Illinois
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-59
A Resolution Authorizing a Contract for Replacement of the Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Generator located at 1200 Skokie Boulevard. (ComEd Lift Station) with Cummins, Inc. of Columbus, Indiana
C. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-60
A Resolution Authorizing the Renewal of a Contract with Meade Electric Company of McCook, Illinois for Maintenance of Traffic Signals
COMMITTEE REPORTS
9. ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE
10. PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
A. PRELIMINARY REVIEW - ZONING & DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
B. A Public Hearing for 633 Skokie Blvd for First Bank Chicago Wall Sign Special Permit Amendment & Transfer
President Ciesla opened the public hearing.
Michaela Kohlstedt, Director discussed an application submitted by First Bank of Highland Park, for the property located at 633 Skokie Boulevard. The bank is requesting approval to amend two special permits, to install new wall signage with a name change (rebranding) to First Bank of Chicago.
Trustee Pepoon made a motion to close the public hearing, seconded by Trustee Ross. On voice vote, all were in favor.
C. ORDINANCE NO. 2022-27
An Ordinance Authorizing the Transfer of and Modification to a Special Permit to Allow a Wall Sign in Excess of the District Height Limit of 20 Feet and in Excess of the District Sign Area Limitations of 100 Square Feet in the O-3 General Office District (633 Skokie Boulevard – First Bank Chicago) (Ordinance No. 2006-56 & 2019-53)
Trustee Pepoon made a motion to approve the ordinance, seconded by Trustee Ebhomielen. On roll call vote, the motion passed. (4 Yes Votes, 0 No Votes)
| RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Dan Pepoon, Trustee SECONDER: Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee AYES: Ciesla, Ross, Pepoon, Ebhomielen ABSENT: Israel, Collison, Hebl |
Trustee Ross commented the next Leaf Blowing Consortium meeting is scheduled in July 2022, and she will present final reports in August 2022. The Consortium is collaborating with communities to gather information on regulating gas-powered leaf blowers.
12. PUBLIC WORKS AND FACILITIES
13. PUBLIC SAFETY
Trustee Pepoon reported the Police Department has two vacancies due to retirements, and a new Police Officer Ilona Myknych will be sworn-in tomorrow.
14. COMMUNICATIONS AND OUTREACH
15. REMARKS FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
Trustee Ross shared her wonderful experience attending Race Amenity Day.
16. CLOSED SESSION
17. ADJOURN
Trustee Pepoon moved, seconded by Trustee Ross to adjourn the meeting at 7:59 pm. On voice vote, all were in favor.
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