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Village of Northbrook Board of Trustees met July 8

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

Village President Kathryn Ciesla called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM  

1. ROLL CALL  

Attendee Name Title Status 

Kathryn Ciesla Village President Present 

Robert Israel Trustee Present 

Heather Ross Trustee Present 

Johannah Hebl Trustee Present 

Joy Ebhomielen Trustee Present 

Michelle Kohler Trustee Present 

Matt Cassidy Trustee Present 

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  

3. MINUTES APPROVAL  

A. June 22, 2025 Regular Board Meeting Minutes for Approval 

RESULT: APPROVED [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Johannah Hebl, Trustee  

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

4. PUBLIC COMMENT TIME - None 

5. MANAGER'S REPORT  

Village Manager Pavlicek mentioned that the West Nile virus has been detected in the area, residents are reminded to take precautions like using repellent, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water.  

Also, July is the time to renew vehicle stickers and pet tags, residents should renew online, by mail, or in person soon. 

6. WARRANT LIST  

A. Review and Approval of Escrow Deposits/Performance Bond Refunds Processed  Between June 15, 2025 - June 30, 2025, in the amount of $2,292,873.87.  

RESULT: APPROVED [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee  

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

B. Review and Approval of Payments Processed Between June 15, 2025 - June 30,  2025, in the amount of $82,516.45.  

RESULT: APPROVED [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee  

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

7. PRESIDENT'S REPORT  

Village President Ciesla mentioned that the Village and Police Department are holding meetings  on e-bikes, scooters, and unauthorized motorcycles to gather input and improve regulations, final  session is July 9 at Village Hall.  

The Northbrook Grand Prix returns July 24; volunteers are still needed.  

Thanks were given to all who made the Fourth of July enjoyable.  

The groundbreaking for Poupard Place, a 48-unit supportive housing project, will take place July 22.  

Community Moment  

James Williams spoke about the challenges of growing up with autism in Northbrook.  

8. CONSENT AGENDA 

RESULT: APPROVED ITEMS A – H [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Johannah Hebl, Trustee  

SECONDER: Matt Cassidy, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

A. Ordinance 2025-41 Vacating the Public Alley Right-of-Way Adjacent to 1211 Jeffrey Court and 1145 Jeffrey Court 

B. Resolution 2025-R-108 Approving Plats of Consolidation for 1211 Jeffrey Court and 1145 Jeffrey Court  

C. Resolution 2025-R-109 Approving a Transferee Assumption and Successor Agreement Between the Village, Five Seasons Country Club of Northbrook, Inc.  and LTF Lease Company, LLC  

D. Ordinance 2025-42 Granting a Special Permit for More Than One Principal Structure on A Single Zoning Lot; Special Permit Authorizing Three Wall Signs in  Excess of the District Height Limit of 20 Feet; Parking Variation; and Site Plan Approval in the O-1 District (333 Pfingsten Road) (Plan Commission Docket No.  PCD-25-03)  

E. Ordinance 2025-43 Granting Final Plan Approval For A Residential Planned Development (The Reserve At The Brook - 3700 Dundee Road) (Docket No. PCD 25-06)  

F. Resolution 2025-R-110 Approving Final Plat Of Subdivision And Granting Variations For Right-Of-Way Width, Sidewalk On One Side Of The Road, Reduced  Minimum Centerline Radius, And Minimum Radius Of A Cul-De-Sac For The Reserve At The Brook Subdivision (3700 Dundee Road) (Docket No. PCD-25-06)  

G. Resolution 2025-R-111 Approving a Subdivision and Development Agreement with Venture 1 OLB LLC for The Reserve at the Brook Residential Planned Development at 3700 Dundee Road (Docket No. PCD-25-06)  

H. Resolution 2025-R-112 Approving a Four-Year Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Metropolitan Alliance of Police, Chapter #376  

9. ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE – None 

10. PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT  

A. A Public Hearing for BOT-25-08: 2045 Shermer Road - North Shore Transit Inc. Amy McEwan, Director of Development and Planning Services, spoke about the request for a Special Use Permit. The applicant is requesting to remove the ten-year term limit and the  requirement to conduct a traffic study annually. 

RESULT: OPEN PUBLIC HEARING [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee  

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

RESULT: CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Johannah Hebl, Trustee  

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

B. Ordinance 2025-44 Repealing and Restating Ordinance No. 2020-05 Granting a Special Permit for a Local and Interurban Transit Company, Yards & Maintenance Facility, Yard Variations, and a Loading Space Variation (2045 Shermer Road - North Shore Transit Inc.) (Docket No. BOT-25-08)  

President Ciesla and Trustee Israel asked about Special Use Permit transfers.  

Director McEwan and Village Attorney Smith clarified that permits may be transferred, but new owners must obtain Village Board approval if operations lapse or conditions change.  

Trustee Israel motioned to amend the ordinance such that any transfer of ownership requires resubmittal of the Special Use Permit under its original conditions and any other conditions the  Board deems appropriate at that time. 

RESULT: MOTION TO AMEND [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee  

SECONDER: Joy Ebhomielen, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee  

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

C. Preliminary Review of a Request by Crate and Barrel Holdings Inc. for a Special Permit for Child Daycare Facility at 1250 Techny Road (Crate and Barrel Corporate Office)  

RESULT: MOVED TO REFER TO PLAN COMMISSION [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Heather Ross, Trustee  

SECONDER: Robert Israel, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

Amy McEwan, Director of Development and Planning Services, discussed an application submitted by Crate and Barrel Holdings Inc. for the property located at 1250 Techny Road. The  applicant is requesting zoning relief to their existing Special Use permit to repurpose existing  interior space for childcare purposes and an exterior play area.  

She noted the requested relief/primary issues the Village Board should consider.  

Trustee Ross asked if the childcare facility would serve non-employees and about impacts to heritage trees.  

Director McEwan said both were considered, non-employee access is possible, and no heritage trees are affected.  

Trustees Hebl, Israel, Ross, Ebhomielen, Kohler, and Cassidy spoke in support of application.  

D. Preliminary Review of a Request by M&D Builders LLC for Annexation and Three Lot Single-Family Subdivision at 608 - 610 Sanders Road  

RESULT: MOVED TO REFER TO PLAN COMMISSION [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Robert Israel, Trustee  

SECONDER: Heather Ross, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

Amy McEwan, Director of Development and Planning Services, discussed an application submitted by M&D Builders LLC for Annexation and Three-Lot Single-Family Subdivision at  608 – 610 Sanders Road. The applicant is requesting zoning relief: annexation and rezone to  R-6 District.  

She noted the requested relief/primary issues the Village Board should consider.  

Trustee Hebl asked about the detention easement, and Director McEwan confirmed it will be designated for detention only and is not buildable.  

Trustee Israel asked about the lot size and previous evaluations of egress to Sanders Road, expressing concerns about traffic generation and access, which led to the original plan not being  approved.

Director McEwan explained that since this is now a subdivision, the current developer would be responsible for establishing any required egress agreements.  

Trustee Cassidy received clarification that while 608 and 610 Sanders are unincorporated Cook Picardy Drive itself is incorporated within Northbrook, suggesting less need for County coordination.  

Trustees Hebl, Israel, Ross, Ebhomielen, Kohler, and Cassidy were in support of application.

11. COMMUNITY AND SUSTAINABILITY – None  

12. HOUSING – None  

13. PUBLIC WORKS AND FACILITIES – None  

14. PUBLIC SAFETY – None  

15. COMMUNICATIONS AND OUTREACH – None  

16. REMARKS FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER  

Trustee Israel encouraged everyone experience the fun and excitement of the Grand Prix on  July 24.  

Trustee Kohler encouraged everyone that attends the Grand Prix to visit the downtown restaurants  and businesses.  

17. CLOSED SESSION – None  

18. ADJOURN  

RESULT: ADJOURN AT 8:17 PM [6 – 0]  

MOVER: Heather Ross, Trustee  

SECONDER: Johannah Hebl, Trustee  

AYES: Israel, Ross, Hebl, Ebhomielen, Kohler, Cassidy  

NAYES: None  

ABSTAIN: Kathryn Ciesla, President  

ABSENT: None 

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