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Village of Northbrook Board of Trustees met July 23

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

Village President Kathryn Ciesla called the meeting to order at 7:37 PM

1. ROLL CALL

Attendee Name Title Status

Kathryn Ciesla Village President Present

Robert Israel Trustee Present

Heather Ross Trustee Present

Daniel Pepoon Trustee Absent

Johannah Hebl Trustee Present

Joy Ebhomielen Trustee Absent

Michelle Kohler Trustee Present

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3. MINUTES APPROVAL

A. July 9, 2024 Regular Board Meeting Minutes for Approval

RESULT: APPROVED [4 – 0]

MOVER: Johannah Hebl, Trustee

SECONDER: Robert Israel, Trustee

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Kohler

NAYES: None

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President

ABSENT: Daniel Pepoon, Trustee and Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee

4. PUBLIC COMMENT TIME - None

5. MANAGER'S REPORT

Village Manager Pavlicek thanked and congratulated Chief Financial Officer Steve Drazner and Deputy Chief Financial Officer Anita Bozic for receiving the Distinguished Budget Award from the Government Finance Officers Association and Popular Annual Financial Reporting Award for FY 22/23.

Manager Pavlicek reminded everything that the vehicle sticker deadline is August 1 and stickers can still be purchased in-person or online. Residents of Northbrook should have received information from LRS regarding upcoming changes to refuse and recycling collection effective September 1, 2024.

6. WARRANT LIST

A. Review and Approval of Escrow Deposits/Performance Bond Refunds Processed Between July 1, 2024 – July 15, 2024

RESULT: APPROVED [4 – 0]

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee

SECONDER: Johannah Hebl, Trustee

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Kohler

NAYES: None

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President

ABSENT: Daniel Pepoon, Trustee and Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee

B. Review and Approval of Payments Processed Between July 1, 2024 – July 15, 2024

RESULT: APPROVED [4 – 0]

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee

SECONDER: Johannah Hebl, Trustee

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Kohler

NAYES: None

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President

ABSENT: Daniel Pepoon, Trustee and Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee

7. PRESIDENT'S REPORT

Village President Ciesla reminded the community that the Northbrook Grand Prix, one race in the 10-race series of the Chicago Grit, will be on July 25. Trustee Israel reminded spectators to be safe when crossing streets and stay safe behind barriers during the race.

Village President Ciesla also reminded the community that National Night Out will be on August 6 at Meadow Hill and encouraged everyone to attend.

A. A Proclamation Recognizing the 100th Anniversary of Northbrook Days The proclamation will be presented at the opening of Northbrook Days on July 31 by Trustee Kohler.

B. A Proclamation Recognizing August 6 as National Night Out President Ciesla read the proclamation and presented it to Police Chief Kennedy.

Community Moment Lexi Singer, a former Student Commissioner, spoke about increasing awareness of Juneteenth and proposed celebrating in Northbrook on the Village Green with dances, food, etc. 

C. Commission Appointment

RESULT: APPROVED [4 – 0]

MOVER: Johannah Hebl, Trustee

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Kohler

NAYES: None

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President

ABSENT: Daniel Pepoon, Trustee and Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee

8. CONSENT AGENDA

RESULT: APPROVED [4 – 0] AS AMENDED ITEMS B – D; ITEM A REMOVED

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Kohler

NAYES: None

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President

ABSENT: Daniel Pepoon, Trustee and Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee

A. An Ordinance Waiving Competitive Bidding, Authorizing the Disposal of a Surplus Vehicle and Approving the Purchase of a Replacement Police Department Vehicle from Castle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Naperville, IL

Trustee Ross removed this item from the Consent Agenda

B. A Resolution to Appoint a New Plan Coordinator to the MissionSquare Retirement Fund

C. A Resolution to Appoint a New Authorized Agent to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund

D. An Ordinance Waiving Enforcement of Various Sections of the Village Zoning Ordinance for Dumpster Enclosure

9. ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE – None

10. PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

A. Preliminary Review of a Zoning Request for Relief for a Subdivision and Child Daycare Facility at 3000-3080 Willow Road

Deputy Director of Development and Planning Services Michaela Kohlstedt discussed an application submitted by Kristi Rabska Noonan and Brendan Noonan, for the property located at 3000 – 3080 Willow Road. The applicant is requesting zoning relief for a subdivision and child daycare facility. She provided a brief overview of the following: property’s history, zoning, and proposed plan. She noted the requested relief/primary issues the Village Board should consider. Furthermore, she confirmed the residential property is responsible for detention maintenance.

Trustee Israel spoke in support of the application. He requested the Village issue a special permit to operate as a child daycare facility and a public hearing conducted by the Plan Commission. Furthermore, he expressed concern regarding traffic impacts on Willow Road and drop-off/pick-up operations.

Trustee Ross concurs with Trustee Israel; favors the proposed use. She requested the Plan Commission evaluate the application.

Trustee Kohler concurs with her fellow Trustees. She noted the area lacks child daycare facilities.

Trustee Hebl spoke in support of the application. The location will benefit Northbrook and Glenview residents.

RESULT: MOTION TO REFER TO PLAN COMMISSION [4 – 0]

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Kohler

NAYES: None

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President

ABSENT: Daniel Pepoon, Trustee and Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee

B. Preliminary Review of a Request for Zoning Relief for an Individual and Family Social Services Facility at 3300 Dundee Road

Deputy Director of Development and Planning Michaela Kohlstedt discussed an application submitted by Glenkirk for zoning relief for 3300 Dundee Road. The applicant is requesting zoning relief for an individual and family social services facility. Deputy Director Kohlstedt provided a brief overview of the following: property’s history, zoning, and proposed plan. She noted the requested relief/primary issues the Village Board should consider. Furthermore, she confirmed parking and business operations will be discussed at the public hearing.

The site is approximately 3.4 acres and zoned O-2; rezoning would be Institutional Facility (SIC No. 8322.01), (Special Permit Use above 2,500 sq ft), (11.6% parking variation), and (loading space variation 1 to 0).

Glenkirk is considering relocating its headquarters. The proposed site plan would include the existing 25,677 sq ft building, 91 parking spaces, and an outdoor patio area.

Trustee Hebl spoke in support of the application. She favors issuing a special permit for the proposed use and hours of operation. Furthermore, she requested the Plan Commission conduct a public hearing.

Trustee Israel spoke in support of the application.

Trustee Ross spoke in support of the application. She requested the applicant review the sustainability memo.

Trustee Kohler spoke in support of the application.

RESULT: MOTION TO REFER TO PLAN COMMISSION [4 – 0]

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Kohler

NAYES: None

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President

ABSENT: Daniel Pepoon, Trustee and Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee

11. COMMUNITY AND SUSTAINABILITY

Trustee Ross encouraged the public to visit the organic demonstration garden outside Village Hall.

12. PUBLIC WORKS AND FACILITIES – None

13. PUBLIC SAFETY – None

14. COMMUNICATIONS AND OUTREACH – None

15. REMARKS FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER – None

16. CLOSED SESSION

A motion was made by Trustee Hebl and seconded by Trustee Ross to go into closed session to discuss the purchase or lease of real property for the use of the public body pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/(c) (5) and discuss the setting of a price for sale or lease of property owned by the public body pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/(c) (6).

RESULT: CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 8:16 P.M. [4 – 0]

MOVER: Johannah Hebl, Trustee

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Kohler

NAYES: None

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President

ABSENT: Daniel Pepoon, Trustee and Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee

RESULT: RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION AT 8:45 P.M. [4 – 0]

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee

SECONDER: Johannah Hebl, Trustee

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Kohler

NAYES: None

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President

ABSENT: Daniel Pepoon, Trustee and Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee

17. ADJOURN

RESULT: ADJOURN AT 8:45 P.M. [4 – 0]

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Kohler

NAYES: None

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President

ABSENT: Daniel Pepoon, Trustee and Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee

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