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CITY COUNCIL 2014/02/18 Minutes The City of Lake Forest CITY COUNCIL Proceedings of the February 18, 2014 Regular Meeting 7:30 p.m. – Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Mayor Schoenheider called the meeting to order at 7:30 pm, and Deputy City Clerk Margaret Boyer called the roll of Council members. Present: Honorable Mayor Schoenheider, Alderman Novit, Alderman Moore, Alderman Pandaleon, Alderman Tack, Alderman Palmer and Alderman Adelman. Absent: Alderman Waldeck, Alderman Reisenberg. Also present were: Robert Kiely, City Manager; Vic Filippini, City Attorney; Andrew Fiske, City Attorney; Carina Walters, Assistant City Manager; Catherine Czerniak, Director of Community Development; Susan Banks, Communications Manager, Michael Thomas, Director of Public Works, Dan Martin, Superintendent of Public Works, and Anne Whipple. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all in attendance. There were approximately 20 present in the audience. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS Comments by Mayor Mayor Schoenheider thanked Michael Thomas and the Public Works Department and reminded residents to check sump pumps and catch basins in case of potential flooding from rain. Comments by City Manager A. Susan Kelsey, Economic Coordinator -Market Square Update City Manager Robert Kiely introduced Michael Schreiber and Domenic Lanni, Managing Principals of L3 Capital, the new owner of Market Square. The two gentlemen gave an over view of their goals for Market Square. Mr. Schreiber explained what L3 stands for, “location, location, location.” He stated that L3 truly understands what an asset Market Square is to the community and that Market Square is considered to be the most iconic properties in the Midwest. He reported that restoration has begun, with the first priority being life safety. They are working closely with City Staff to resolve existing issues. Secondly, they wish to preserve the historical value of the 100+ year old structure and thirdly, they will enhance the Proceedings of the February 3, 2014 Regular City Council Meeting already-great place to be and shop. He said a team of 20 design professionals is ready to bring a great plan forward as early as March 19 to the Plan Commission. Mr. Schreiber thanked Catherine Czerniak, Director of Community Development, and the Lake Forest Fire Department, who will assist them in putting a plan in place to address gaps in current conditions. He went on to say that L3’s marketing team has recognized local and national retail tenants that will drive traffic sales and revenue. He said they plan to promote this through social media, website, etc. And lastly, Mr. Schreiber thanked the community for the support in the acquisition of Market Square, and that it is a great treasure and true centerpiece of the City. Mayor Schoenheider thanked Mr. Schreiber and Mr. Lanni for their commitment and that it was clear how deep and true it was for this community. COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS Alderman Novit added that at the February 10 Public Works Committee they discussed and endorsed the City’s 6-year Transition Plan in order to comply with the 2010 Modifications to the Americans with Disabilities Act. The City will use its special recreation tax levy, which was enacted in 2004 due to pressures on operational funds, to fund the needed improvements. The special recreation levy has a sufficient fund balance and levy rate to pay for the identified projects at City facilities and parks. On average, the City will fund $68,000 per year for a total of $407,880 over the six years. The Transition Plan also has contingency funds built into its annual budget to allow flexibility to address additional needs that may arise. As part of the implementation of the Transition Plan, individual projects will be presented to the Council consistent with the purchasing provisions of the City Code. OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS None. ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION 1. Approval of the February 3, 2014 City Council minutes. 2. Approval of a Sales Contract to Purchase Wedgewood Lot #23 Property. 3 Approval of an Agreement for Professional Services with Stand Associates, Inc. to Conduct a Comprehensive Performance Study of the Water Treatment Plant. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve the three (3) Omnibus items as presented. Mayor Schoenheider informed the City Council that item # 2 would be removed and that there would only be two items on the Omnibus Agenda. Proceedings of the February 3, 2014 Regular City Council Meeting Alderman Novit made a motion to approve by Omnibus vote designation with item #2 removed, seconded by Alderman Pandaleon. The following voted “Yea”: Aldermen Novit, Moore, Pandaleon, Tack, Palmer and Adelman. The following voted “Nay”: None. 6 Yeas, 0 Nays, motion carried. Information such as Purpose and Action Requested, Background/Discussion, Budget/Fiscal Impact, Recommended Action and a Staff Contact as it relates to the Omnibus items can be found on the agenda. ORDINANCES 1. Consideration of an Ordinance approving a Fee Schedule for The City of Lake Forest (Final Approval) Alderman Palmer made a motion approving a Fee Schedule for The City of Lake Forest (Final Approval), seconded by Alderman Novit. The following voted “Yea”: Aldermen Novit, Moore, Pandaleon, Tack, Palmer and Adelman. The following voted “Nay” None. 6 Yeas, 0 Nays, motion carried. NEW BUSINESS None ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION None ADJOURNMENT There being no further business. Alderman Adelman made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Alderman Pandaleon Motion carried unanimously by voice vote at 7:43 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Margaret Boyer Deputy City Clerk A video of the City Council meeting is available for viewing at the Lake Forest Library and on file in the Clerk’s office at City Hall. You can also view it on the website by visiting www.cityoflakeforest.com. Click on I Want To, then click on View, then choose Archived Meetings Videos.