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CITY COUNCIL 2014/05/19 MinutesThe City of Lake Forest CITY COUNCIL Proceedings of the May 19, 2014 First Session Meeting 6:30 p.m. Special Start time – 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: Mayor Schoenheider, Alderman Waldeck, Alderman Beidler, Alderman Moore, Alderman Pandaleon, Alderman Reisenberg, Alderman Tack and Alderman Palmer. Absent: Alderman Adelman. Also present were: Bob Kiely, City Manager, Carina Walters, Assistant City Manager; Victor Filippini, City Attorney; Andrew Fiske, City Attorney; Susan Banks, Communications Manager; Catherine Czerniak, Director of Community Development; Michael Thomas, Director of Public Works; Dan Martin, Superintendent of Public Works; James Held, Chief of Police. There were approximately 30 present in the audience. Alderman Moreno made a motion to adjourn into executive session pursuant to 5ILCS 120/2 (c), (1), The City Council will be discussing personnel matters. (6), The City Council will be discussing the consideration for the sale or lease of property owned by the Public Body and (21) The City Council will be reviewing the minutes of the April 21 City Council Executive Session, seconded by Alderman Reisenberg. The following voted “Yea”: Aldermen Waldeck, Beidler, Moore, Tack, Reisenberg, and Moreno. The following voted “Nay”: None. 6 Yeas, 0 Nays, motion carried. The City Council reconvened into open session at 7:35 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all in attendance. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS COMMENTS BY MAYOR A. Resolution of Sympathy for Robert D. Stuart, Jr. Mayor Schoenheider read the Resolution of Sympathy. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve the Resolution Alderman Reisenberg made a motion to approve the Resolution, seconded by Alderman Beidler. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. B. Proclamation in Support of Lake Forest Day on August 6, 2014 Proceedings of the May 19, 2014 Regular City Council Meeting Mayor Schoenheider read the Proclamation declaring August 6, 2014 Lake Forest Day. Alderman Reisenberg made a motion to approve the Proclamation, seconded by Alderman Tack. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. C. Discussion on City Council meeting Schedule The City Council discussed the options for potentially eliminating the Committee of the Whole Meetings at 6:30 p.m. allowing for the City Council Meeting to begin at 6:30. Staff has been directed to prepare a proposed schedule. D. A Resolution reinstating the Lawrence R. Temple Distinguished Public Service Award Committee Mayor Schoenheider stated that he is acutely aware of the number of people who contribute so much of their time and talent to The City of Lake Forest and asked that the City Council consider reinstating the Resolution that allows for the formation of a Committee. COUNCIL ACTION: Direct Staff to create a Resolution for Council approval reinstating the Lawrence R. Temple Distinguished Public Service Award Committee Alderman Moore made a motion to direct Staff to create a Resolution for Council approval reinstating the Lawrence R. Temple Distinguished Public Service Award Committee, seconded by Alderman Reisenberg. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. D. Resolutions of Appreciation for Retiring Members of Boards and Commissions as follows: CROYA Youth Executive Committee 2013-2014 Chair: Jack Williams Vice Chair: Kate Whalley CSL Chair: Martha Stride CSL Vice Chairs: Lilah Henry & Kelli Jacobs Parliamentarians: Mark DiValerio & Emily Rule Fundraising Chairs: Isabelle Block, Abby Bowman & Matt Shea Topic Night Chairs: James Flannery & Liam Gayter Public Relations Chairs: Sophie Marasco, Jianna Santello & Maikal Yamauchi Cable/Tech Chair: Joey Franklin & Spencer Welte CROYA Foundation Chair: Annie Kotlarz CROYA/Woodlands Liaison: Margaret Andersen CROYA/Lake Forest Academy Liaison: Tommy Chandler Music Liaisons: Jamie Flint & Graham Ulmer The Mayor read the list of the CROYA Youth Executive Board members. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Resolutions of Appreciation Alderman Reisenberg made a motion to approve the Resolutions, seconded by Alderman Tack. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER Proceedings of the May 19, 2014 Regular City Council Meeting A. Community Spotlight- McKinlock Post 264 American Legion Tom Marks, Commander Commander Marks gave an overview of the scholarships that the American Legion sponsors on Senior night at the High School. He also stated that Lake Forest Day is the Legion’s number one fundraiser they use to fund their scholarships. Mayor Schoenheider thanked Commander Marks and the American Legion for all they do in The City of Lake Forest. B. Request for Special Event Permit by Market House on the Square, MH Fish House City Manager Robert Kiely reported that Mark Westcott, Owner of Market House on the Square, MH Fish House is requesting a Special Event permit that allows him to host two music events on Southgate between Bank Lane and Forest Avenue. The Events will be held on June 8 and in September, 2014. He added that in 2013 and 2014 Market House on the Square held Oktoberfest with one police officer present. There were no major incidents reported to or by the Police. Mr. Kiely said that at the conclusion of the event(s), staff will meet to identify if there is any areas of concerns for future events. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Special Event Permit to Market House on the Square, MH Fish House to host for (2) two events during Fiscal Year 2014 Alderman Beidler made a motion to approve a Special Event Permit to Market House on the Square, MH Fish House to host for (2) two events during Fiscal Year 2014, seconded by Alderman Reisenberg. The following voted “Yea”: Aldermen Waldeck, Beidler, Moore, Tack, Reisenberg, Adelman and Moreno. The following voted “Nay”: None. 7 Yeas, 0 Nays, motion carried. City Manager Robert Kiley also addressed a new information box in the Packet that contains a table that includes where the topic was seen before and the recommendation. COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS Alderman Tack asked that Item #5 form the omnibus be removed and discussed later in the agenda. Alderman Adelman asked that an email regarding recommendations by the Lake Forest Lake Bluff Park & Recreation Task Force Board be provided to City Council members. Alderman Adelman gave a brief overview of the objectives identified by the Task Force. The first objective identified was to keep both Lake Forest and Lake Bluff golfers at the local golf courses. The second was to attract non-residents. In doing so a punch card option was discussed for both Lake Forest and Lake Bluff Courses. OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Proceedings of the May 19, 2014 Regular City Council Meeting None ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION 1. Approval of the May 5, 2014 First and Second Session City Council meeting Minutes 2. Approval only for the April 21, 2014 City Council Executive Session 3. Approval of a recommendation from the Park & Recreation Board to adopt the Memorial Tree and Bench Policy 4. Award of Contract for Resurfacing the Deerpath Park Walking Path as Included in the FY15 Capital Plan 5. Consideration of an Ordinance approving a Fee for the impoundment of vehicles used in the commission of DUI-related offenses within The City of Lake Forest (Final Reading) Mayor Schoenheider removed item # 5 at the request of Alderman Tack to be discussed under Section 6, Ordinances. Therefore making the Council Action Approve the four (4) Omnibus items as presented. Alderman Beidler added that she was pleased to see The City of Lake Forest adopt the Memorial Tree and Bench Policy. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve the four (4) Omnibus items as presented. Alderman Reisenberg made a motion to approve by Omnibus items as presented with the notation of item #5 being removed, seconded by Alderman Beidler. The following voted “Yea”: Aldermen Waldeck, Beidler, Moore, Tack, Reisenberg, Adelman and Moreno. The following voted “Nay”: None. 7 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 5. Consideration of an Ordinance approving a Fee for the impoundment of vehicles used in the commission of DUI-related offenses within The City of Lake Forest (Final Reading) At the request of Alderman Tack, the Council had additional discussion on whether the consideration of this Ordinance would act as a deterrent, and that the revenue generated would be used to purchase additional equipment. COUNCIL ACTION: Grant final approval of the Ordinance approving an Impoundment fee for impounding vehicles incident to an arrest for Driving Under the Influence or Driving While Proceedings of the May 19, 2014 Regular City Council Meeting License Suspended or Revoked, where the cause of action is a previous driving under the influence arrest. Alderman Waldeck made a motion to grant final approval of the Ordinance approving an Impoundment fee for impounding vehicles incident to an arrest for Driving Under the Influence or Driving While License Suspended or Revoked, where the cause of action is a previous driving under the influence arrest, seconded by Alderman Beidler. The following voted “Yea”: Aldermen Waldeck, Beidler, Moore, Reisenberg, Adelman and Moreno. The following voted “Nay”: Alderman Tack. 6 Yeas, 1 Nay, motion carried. NEW BUSINESS 1. Consideration of a Recommendation from the Plan Commission in Support of the Mendino Duplex Development. (First Reading, and if Desired by the City Council, Final Approval) Director of Community Development Catherine Czerniak stated that the property owner, Mr. Mendino, is requesting approval of a duplex development through the Planned Apartment Development provisions in the City Code. Approval of the related subdivision plat, consolidating the existing two lots into one, is also requested. Ms. Czerniak added that in September, 2011, the Plan Commission considered a previous development proposal for this property, and at that time proposed a higher density of development and less open space than the plan that is now forwarded to the Council with a recommendation for approval. She added that the previous plan also required variances from the Code; no variances are requested as part of the previous proposal. Alderman Moore complimented the property owner for the revisions made to the plan to bring it into conformance with applicable regulations and to address concerns previously raised by neighbors. COUNCIL ACTION: If desired by the City Council, waive first reading and grant final approval of an Ordinance approving the Mendino Planned Apartment Development. The plat of subdivision is included and will be approved as a part of the Ordinance. Alderman Reisenberg made a motion to waive first reading, seconded by Alderman Tack. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote. Alderman Moore made a motion to grant final approval of an Ordinance approving the Mendino Planned Apartment Development. The plat of subdivision is included and will be approved as a part of the Ordinance, seconded by Alderman Reisenberg. The following voted “Yea”: Aldermen Waldeck, Beidler, Moore, Tack, Reisenberg, Adelman and Moreno. The following voted “Nay”: None. 7 Yeas, 0 Nays, motion carried. Proceedings of the May 19, 2014 Regular City Council Meeting ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION None ADJOURNMENT There being no further business. Alderman Reisenberg made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Alderman Moreno. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote at 8:30 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.