CITY COUNCIL 2017/01/17 MinutesThe City of Lake Forest
CITY COUNCIL
Proceedings of the Tuesday, January 17, 2017
City Council Meeting - City Council Chambers – Special start time 6:00pm
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Honorable Mayor Schoenheider called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm,
and City Clerk Margaret Boyer called the roll of Council members.
Present: Honorable Mayor Schoenheider, Alderman Waldeck, Alderman Beidler, Alderman Pandaleon,
Alderman Newman, Alderman Tack, Alderman Reisenberg, Alderman Moreno and Alderman Buschmann.
Absent: None
Also present were: Robert Kiely Jr., City Manager; Catherine Czerniak, Director of Community Development,
Elizabeth Holleb, Finance Director; Victor Filippini, City Attorney; Susan Banks, Communications Manager;
Michael Thomas, Director of Public Works; Karl Walldorf, Chief of Police; Pete Siebert, Acting Fire Chief;
Mike Strong, Assistant to the City Manager along with other members of City Staff.
There were approximately 75 persons present in the Council Chambers.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 6:00 pm
EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to 5ILCS 120/2 (c), (6), The City Council will be discussing the consideration
for the sale or lease of property owned by the Public Body.
Alderman Reisenberg made a motion to adjourn into executive session for the purpose of 5ILCS 120/2 (c),
(6), discussing the sale or lease of property owned by the Public body, seconded by Alderman Newman. The
following voted “Aye”: Aldermen Waldeck, Beidler, Pandaleon, Newman, Tack, Reisenberg, Moreno and
Buschmann. The following voted “Nay”: None. 8 Ayes, 0 Nays, motion carried.
Adjournment into executive session
RECONVENE INTO REGULAR SESSION:
The City Council reconvened session following the Finance Committee meeting at 7:01 pm
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was recited by all those present in the Chambers
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS
1. COMMENTS BY MAYOR
Mayor Schoenheider welcomed new 4th Ward Alderman, Raymond Buschmann and stated Mr. Buschmann
is prepared to serve and the Council is thrilled to welcome him to the Council.
A. Mayor Schoenheider administers the Oath of Office to:
1. Fourth Ward Alderman-Appointed - - Raymond Buschmann
Mayor Schoenheider administered the Oath of office to Alderman Raymond Buschmann, photos were
taken.
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Mayor Schoenheider introduced Acting Fire Chief Pete Siebert who introduced the new appointments at the
Fire Department and gave an overview of their service to the City.
B. Swear in Kevin Cronin as Deputy Fire Chief
Mayor Schoenheider swore in Kevin Cronin, photos were taken.
C. Swear in Matthew Penar as Battalion Chief
Mayor Schoenheider swore in Matthew Penar, photos were taken.
D. Swear in Andy Rick as Lieutenant
Mayor Schoenheider swore in Andy Rick, photos were taken.
Acting Fire Chief Pete Siebert thanked the City Council and the City Manager.
Mayor Schoenheider introduced Police Chief Karl Walldorf who provided background information on both
new Police Officers to be sworn in.
E. Swear in Police Officer Daniel Blaul
Mayor Schoenheider swore in Daniel Blaul, photos were taken.
F. Swear in Police Officer Acilja Golec
Mayor Schoenheider swore in Acilja Golec, photos were taken.
Mayor Schoenheider thanked both the Fire and Police for their 365 24/7 dedication to the community.
2. COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER
City Manager Robert Kiely welcomed and congratulated new Fourth Ward Alderman Buschmann.
3. COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
PUBLIC WORKS
1. 2017 APWA Award Program- Forest Park Improvement Project
-Chairman Catherine Waldeck, Public Works Committee
Chairman Waldeck introduced Bob Ells, who reported City Staff nominated the Forest Park rehabilitation
project to the American Public Works Association, Lake County Branch and it was awarded the project of the
year. This project demonstrated historic perseveration and a public/private partnership. The project now
moves into the Chicago regional finals and the Council will be updated about its advancement. City Staff
members accepted the award on behalf of the City.
2. Consideration of Post-Public Hearing Action relating to the Proposed Winwood Special
Service Area.
City Manager Robert Kiely Jr. stated that this matter has been challenging.
The City Council received correspondence from some residents in the Winwood
subdivision expressing their deep concern and confusion over the City’s policy regarding
Septic systems in the City of Lake Forest.
• This is a City Code issue, and is constant with state and county laws as well as neighboring
communities. The Code applies to a few properties, as the vast majority of properties in
Lake Forest are served by the City sanitary sewer system.
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• The proposed Winwood Special Service Area relates to the City’s enforcement of the
current code and policies. To date, staff has been successfully working with residential
subdivisions and individual homeowners to extend the sanitary sewer consistent with the
Code. Up until approximately 10 years ago with the extension of the sanitary sewer to St.
James Church and the property to the south, the entire Winwood subdivision was in
compliance with the city code, as sanitary sewers were not available to them, today only 7
properties along the eastern portion are required to connect to the sanitary system.
• Most importantly to the neighbors is finances involved. In the past the City has worked
with other residents of other subdivisions to use a SSA as a financial tool of choice,
spreading the cost over time.
City Manager Kiely stated that the level of anxiety and confusion surrounding the topic is understandable as
it is a complex, multifaceted public policy matter. The Winwood neighbors have asked to be exempt from
City Code, which raises the following public policy issues for the City Council.
• Does the City Council amend the Code by deleting the language there by allowing all 85
remaining lots within the City to remain on septic systems?
• Does the City Council leave current Code in place and use selective enforcement when
there is an emergency or voluntary basis.
• If the City Code is not amended, is there a “septic sanctuary” and if so, how does the City
Council justify the action and what is done with the other 23 lots not covered by existing
SSA’s? And what does that mean for the 34 properties that have complied?
• What does the City do with homeowners whose septic systems are failing
• How is the City to proceed with enforcement of the Code on the 7 lots and the other 16
currently in non-compliance? Does the City offer a SSA for only the 7 properties?
• What action does the City take with the 8 properties that have current cross connections?
• If septic systems are permitted to remain, what restrictions does this pace on future
development and redevelopment areas? What additional monitoring/reporting
procedures does the City implement?
• How does the City Council allow full transparency for future homeowners of these lots to
ensure we are not just moving the conversation five or ten years down the road?
City Manager Kiely reported that at the conclusion of the Public Works Committee meeting on January 4,
Alderman Moreno requested that staff explore additional options. While Council and Staff fully
comprehend the significant financial impact that this proposal will have on the remaining 85 properties, in
order to have more time to fully vet the possible financing alternatives and explore complex issues as
mentioned, Staff is recommending passage of the resolution. The Winwood neighbors are asking the City to
reexamine its policy of applying the code universally across all properties within the City. Mr. Kiely reported
that to do so it must be done in a thoughtful, comprehensive way; as other residents living outside of
Winwood Subdivision will be impacted by whatever decision is made.
Mayor Schoenheider asked the City Attorney for clarification on the resolution and stated that members of
the public will also have an opportunity to address the Council on the issue.
Chairman Waldeck reported on the support of the Resolution by the Public Works Committee. The City
Council had discussion on issues raised by the City Manager.
City Attorney Victor Filippini reported that the proposed resolution would re-open the Public Hearing on the
SSA and continue the time period, and suggested that the City Council host a workshop that will direct staff
to possibly start over under different parameters and allow for subsequent hearings.
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The following persons offered their opinion to the City Council:
Andrew Twyman, 1161 Winwood, Lake Forest
Maxim Gorelik, 1220 Winwood, Lake Forest- Passed
Zachary Eleveld, 1137 Winwood, Lake Forest
Mayor Schoenheider subsequently reported that a City Council Workshop date will be determined by the
City Council at the end of the meeting.
Based on discussion of the City Council, Mayor Schoenheider asked for a motion to approve a Resolution
extending the Objection Period for The proposed Lake Forest Special Service Area no. 41 (Winwood Drive
Area Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project).
3. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending The City of Lake Forest Code, Section 150.384,
“Sewage and Sewage Disposal” (Waive First Reading and Grant Final Approval)
Based on the above discussion the City Council has decided to hold off on any changes to the code related
to sewage and sewage disposal.
OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
1. Approval of the December 5, 2016 City Council Meeting Minutes
2. Approval of Check Register for Period November 26-December 22, 2016
3. Approval and Ratification of an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Illinois Department
of Public Health for the City of Lake Forests portion of the Death Certificate Surcharge Fund.
4. Approval to extend the City’s Office Supplies Contract
5. Approval of the Closure of the Route 60 Bridge Improvements Fund (Fund 314) and the
Route 60 Intersection Improvements Fund (Fund 315), Refund of Excess Deposits to Project
Participants, and Transfer of Remaining Monies to the Capital Improvements Fund
6. Consideration of Extension of a Contract Relating to Completion of the Clean-up of the City’s
Former Municipal Services Site.
7. Approval of Contracts to Perform Design and Professional Engineering Services for the
Deerpath Golf Course Renovation Project
8. Approval of various items relating to the Lake Forest Metra Station – Union Pacific North
Line Interior Renovation Project for Federal Participation through the Illinois Transportation
Enhancement Program
9. Consideration of an Ordinance Approving Recommendations from the Building Review
Board. (First Reading and if Desired by the City Council, Final Approval)
10. Consideration of an Ordinance Approving a Recommendation from the Zoning Board of
Appeals. (First Reading, and if Desired by the City Council, Final Approval)
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COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of the ten (10) Omnibus items as presented
Mayor Schoenheider asked members of the Council if they would like to remove any item or take it
separately. The City Council had a discussion on item #7 . Mayor Schoenheider asked for a motion to
approve the ten Omnibus items as presented.
Alderman Pandaleon made a motion to approve the ten omnibus items as presented, seconded by
Alderman Tack. The following voted “Aye”: Aldermen Waldeck, Beidler, Pandaleon, Newman, Tack,
Reisenberg, Moreno and Buschmann. The following voted “Nay”: None. 8- Ayes, 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 a Recommendation from the Plan Commission in Support of Actions
Related to Tentative Approval of the 770 Westleigh Road Planned Preservation Subdivision.
(If desired by the Council, Grant First Reading of An Ordinance and Grant Approval of the
Tentative Plat of Subdivision by Motion)
Catherine Czerniak, Director of Community Development, reported on a recommendation from the Plan
Commission in support of 1) first reading of an Ordinance approving a zone change from R-5 to R-4; and 2)
approval of the tentative plat of subdivision for the proposed 770 Westleigh Road Planned Preservation
Subdivision.
This petition proposes development of a portion of a 22 acre parcel located on the north side of Westleigh
Road, between Stable Lane and Wallace Road. The property is owned by the Lake Forest Open Lands
Association and was acquired by Open Lands about nine years ago, specifically for the purpose of assuring
that the property would be developed in a manner that preserves and protects the significant natural
resources on the property including woodlands, prairie and wetlands. Nearly 17 acres of the property will
be preserved as open space and will not be subject to future development.
A 9-lot Planned Preservation Subdivision is planned for just over five acres of the 22 acre property. The
development cluster is proposed generally on the southern part of the property, the portion of the property
that is already developed with a house, garage and hardscape, all of which will be removed as part of the
proposed development.
The proposed cluster development will offer nine single family building lots of about one-third of an acre in
size. The smaller lots, in a unique setting, are intended to provide a different housing product in the
community, with homes of up to 3,500 square feet, on a private road, surrounded by a nature preserve.
The property is located in the Historic Residential Open Space Preservation Overlay District which makes a
conservation development, with clustered lots and extensive preserved open spaces, possible.
To achieve the proposed development, a zone change from R-5 to R-4 is required. This property currently
stands as a lone R-5 parcel in the midst of an area that is zoned and developed under the R-4 zoning district.
The R-5 zoning, which carries with it a three acre minimum lot size, remains on this parcel because the
property was in the ownership of one family for many decades until it was acquired by Open Lands.
Approval of the tentative plat will authorize the property owner, in partnership with a developer, currently
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identified as The Janko Group, to proceed with the preparation of final engineering plans and the final plat
of subdivision.
The Plan Commission held a public hearing on this petition over the course of three meetings. At those
meetings, the Commission heard presentations from the petitioner, the petitioner’s consultants and heard
public testimony. The key questions focused on density, lot size, access into the development, drainage and
buffering views from the Westleigh Road streetscape and from neighboring homes to the new homes and to
the trail through the nature preserve.
At the conclusion of the Plan Commission’s third meeting on this petition, the Commission concluded that
all of the applicable requirements and criteria were satisfied for tentative approval and voted 4 to 0 to
recommend first reading of an Ordinance approving a zone change to R-4 and approval of the tentative plat
of subdivision. The Commission commended the development approach to the property.
Mayor Schoenheider asked if there was anyone from the Public who wanted to comment on the topic.
Dan Seabald, 560 Ivy Ct, Lake Forest offered his opinion to the City Council.
Seeing no other requests, Mayor Schoenheider asked for a motion.
COUNCIL ACTION: If determined to be appropriate by the City Council:
Grant first reading of an Ordinance rezoning the 22 acre parcel from R-5 to R-4.
AND
Approve a motion granting tentative approval of the 770 Westleigh Road Planned Preservation
Subdivision subject to the conditions of approval as recommended by the Plan Commission and as
detailed in the Plan Commission’s report.
Alderman Pandaleon made a motion to grant first reading of an Ordinance rezoning the 22 acre parcel from
R-5 to R-4 and Approve a motion granting tentative approval of the 770 Westleigh Road Planned
Preservation Subdivision subject to the conditions of approval as recommended by the Plan Commission
and as detailed in the Plan Commission’s report, seconded by Alderman Beidler. The following voted “Aye”:
Aldermen Waldeck, Beidler, Pandaleon, Newman, Tack, Reisenberg, Moreno and Buschmann. The following
voted “Nay”: None. 8- Ayes, 0 Nays, motion carried.
2. Consideration of a Recommendation from the Plan Commission in Support of Amending the
Special Use Permit for Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital to Approve Updates to the
Previously Approved Master Plan. (Waive First Reading and Grant Final Approval of an
Ordinance.)
Catherine Czerniak Director of Community Development reported on the recommendation from the Plan
Commission in support of updating the previously approved Hospital Campus Master Plan to 1) reflect the
final site plans that were approved for the Central Campus and the conditions as currently being built out
and 2) further define parameters for future redevelopment of the South Campus.
In September, 2011, the Plan Commission began consideration of a new Master Plan to guide the
revitalization of the hospital campus. After many months of review, public input and deliberation by the
Plan Commission and City Council; the Master Plan, along with a Special Use Permit, was approved by the
City Council on October 1, 2012. Following approval of the plan, an advisory committee appointed by the
City Manager worked closely with the hospital team and City staff to review the final detailed plans to
assure that they closely aligned with the parameters of the approved Master Plan. Today, build out of the
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new hospital on the Central Campus is well underway with occupancy of some parts of the facility scheduled
for this fall.
The Plan Commission recently considered a request from the hospital to approve updates to portions of the
Master Plan at a public hearing over the course of two meetings. In November, 2016, the Commission
heard a presentation from the hospital team, listened to public testimony and raised a number of questions
and concerns. At the December, 2016, meeting, the hospital team responded to the questions and concerns
identified at the previous meeting and provided additional details as requested. The key issues discussed
included: concerns about the relocation of the Support Services Facility (maintenance facility) on the
Central Campus, drainage, screening from neighboring residential properties, the realignment of at the
north/south road through the South Campus and the anticipated demolition of all, or a significant portion of
the existing hospital.
After hearing additional public testimony and further deliberation, the Commission voted 6 to 0 to
recommend approval of updates to the Master Plan as proposed by the hospital, subject to conditions of
approval as detailed fully in the Ordinance and as summarized below.
• The height of the east end of the berm shall be increased.
• Additional plantings shall be added to the berms.
• Views into the hospital campus from the Westmoreland and Waukegan Road intersection shall be
monitored as the work on the Central Campus is completed and as vegetation begins to mature to
evaluate whether the plantings provide adequate screening.
• Plantings in the buffer area located along the west property line of the South Campus shall be
maintained and enhanced as needed on an ongoing basis.
• Plans for future buildings and detailed site plans shall be subject to review through a process as
directed by the City Manager.
• A final plan for memorializing the existing hospital through preservation of some portion of the
hospital or some alternate approach shall be subject to review through a process as directed by the
City Manager.
• As portions of the existing hospital building are vacated, a lighting reduction plan shall be
developed by the hospital to reduce off site light impacts while still meeting safety and security
needs.
The City Council had a lengthy discussion on the legacy of the old hospital buildings, the demolition of the
buildings and the processes approved by the City Council.
Mayor Schoenheider asked if there was anyone from the Public who wanted to comment on the topic.
Maddie Dugan, offered her opinion to the City Council. Seeing no other requests, Mayor Schoenheider
asked for a motion.
COUNCIL ACTION: If determined to be appropriate by the City Council, waive first reading and grant final
approval of an Ordinance amending portions of the Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital Campus Master
Plan, approved in 2012, to reflect the approved site and building plans and as-built conditions and to
establish further parameters to guide the future of the South Campus.
Alderman Pandaleon made a motion to waive first reading and grant final approval of an Ordinance
amending portions of the Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital Campus Master Plan, approved in 2012, to
reflect the approved site and building plans and as-built conditions and to establish further parameters to
guide the future of the South Campus, seconded by Alderman Newman. The following voted “Aye”:
Aldermen Waldeck, Beidler, Pandaleon, Newman, Tack, Reisenberg, Moreno and Buschmann. The following
voted “Nay”: None. 8- Ayes, 0 Nays, motion carried.
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ORDINANCES AFFECTING CODE AMENDMENTS
1. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 159.042 of the City Code, as
Recommended by the Zoning Board of Appeals. (First Reading)
Catherine Czerniak, Director of Community Development, stated the proposed amendments to 159.042 do
not involve substantive changes to the Code and reflect only a few minor clean-up edits.
Mayor Schoenheider asked if there was anyone from the public who wanted to comment on the topic.
Seeing none. He asked for a motion.
COUNCIL ACTION: Grant first reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 159.042 of the City Code, as
Recommended by the Zoning Board of Appeals and Plan Commission.
Alderman Moreno made a motion grant first reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 159.042 of the City
Code, as Recommended by the Zoning Board of Appeals and Plan Commission, seconded by Alderman Tack.
Motion carried unanimously by voice vote
NEW BUSINESS
1. Consideration of a Proposal from Teska Associates Inc. to Conduct an Evaluation of the City’s
Building Permit Issuance and Plan Review Process.
City Manager Robert Kiely reported that in 2006, the City engaged an outside consulting firm (Zucker
Systems) to evaluate the City’s building permit and plan review process and presented recommendations on
improving the efficiency and the effectiveness of the City’s process. Now, ten years later, it is appropriate to
revisit these functions and consider opportunities to implement best practices and technological
enhancements to better serve residents, builders, realtors and other constituent groups.
In June, 2016, The Mayor, City Manager and Director of Community Development met with members of the
real estate community to listen to their concerns about the current real estate market and challenges for
selling homes in Lake Forest. One issue raised during the course of the meeting was the complexity and
length of time involved of the City’s building review and approval process and in light of the City’s recent
efforts to promote the community.
As proposed, Teska would undertake a comprehensive review of our current rules and procedures, meet
with builders, realtors, staff and other interested parties, and compare our procedures with other like
communities to prepare a list of recommendations. A final report will be presented to the City Council upon
completion of their work in approximately two and a half months.
The City Council had discussion about the RFP process, timeframe of work to be completed, the recent work
on the Laurel Avenue TIF district that Teska handled for the City.
Mayor Schoenheider asked if there was anyone from the public who wanted to comment on the topic.
Seeing none. He asked for a motion.
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COUNCIL ACTION: Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Teska Associates, Inc. for an
amount not to exceed $24,900 to conduct an evaluation of the City’s building permit and plan review
process.
Alderman Beidler made a motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Teska
Associates, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $24,900 to conduct an evaluation of the City’s building permit
and plan review process, seconded by Alderman Pandaleon. The following voted “Aye”: Aldermen Waldeck,
Beidler, Pandaleon, Newman, Tack, Reisenberg, Moreno and Buschmann. The following voted “Nay”: None.
8- Ayes, 0 Nays, motion carried.
2. Consideration of Recommendations from the Plan Commission, Building Review Board and
the Property and Public Lands Committee in Support of Various Actions Related to the
McKinley Road Redevelopment Project. (Approval of a Resolution)
Catherine Czerniak, Director of Community Development, reported that the City Council is asked to consider
of recommendations in support of redevelopment of the area located east of McKinley Road and south of
Westminster. A Resolution, which details the extensive public review of this petition to date, is presented
for Council consideration. The Resolution incorporates recommendations from the Plan Commission,
Building Review Board and the Property and Public Lands Committee. Action is requested to 1) approve a
Master Plan for the redevelopment area, 2) approve a plat of consolidation and an easement for a new
east/west private road, 3) conditionally approve the architectural design of the first building, and 4) approve
a Term Sheet in support of a land swap with the developer.
The redevelopment area is located across from the train station and north of the Church of the Covenants
and the Lake Forest Library. This area is currently developed with three office buildings. The two
northernmost office buildings, 721 and 725 McKinley Road, are proposed for demolition in the initial phase
of redevelopment. A single residential condominium building is proposed on these two parcels. The
southernmost office building, 711 McKinley Road, is proposed to remain in the short term, to allow current
tenant leases to play out, to provide the opportunity for the developer to assess the demand for different
types of residential units and to make the project financially feasible.
The three office parcels are adjacent to a City owned property to the east, 361 E. Westminster. The City
Council previously identified this property as surplus property and directed the Plan Commission to make a
recommendation on how the City parcel could best be used going forward. After deliberation over the
course of three public meetings, the Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City parcel be
incorporated into a Master Plan for redevelopment of the area. The Property and Public Lands Committee
stated support for this approach. The Master Plan was included in the Council packet as an attachment to
the Resolution. The Commission further urged the City Council to take all necessary steps to assure that
over time, the full extent of the Master Plan is ultimately achieved.
Importantly, Years of study of this area have concluded consistently that a transition from office use to
multi-family residential use is appropriate. The Comprehensive Plan supports multi-family residential use in
this area and more recently, the Cultural Corridor Task Force re-affirmed support for multi-family residential
development in this area, close to the train station and the Central Business District, to meet a need for a
different housing type in the community and to contribute to the vitality of the Central Business District.
Ms. Czerniak noted a recommendation from the Building Review Board in support of the architectural
design of the building was also incorporated into the Resolution. The Building Review Board considered the
architectural design, exterior materials and landscape plan over the course of three meetings. In addition,
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the Board appointed a subcommittee to review the plans when they are submitted for permit to assure that
the details of the project are consistent with the public representations and discussions.
Finally, a Term Sheet was attached to the Resolution. This document details the discussions to date with the
developer and outlines terms of a land swap, the land swap is necessary to allow the Master Plan to be
achieved. In summary, the land swap would allow the developer to take ownership of the southern portion
of the 361 E. Westminster parcel which would be the location of the third condominium building. The City
in return, would take ownership of a portion of the 711 McKinley Road parcel which would be added to the
Library site and provide the opportunity for additional parking. The overall development would also provide
for common open space in the area north of the Library, pedestrian pathways and landscaped streetscapes.
The City Council had discussion on the timeline of the redevelopment project, the Plan Commissions work
and diversified housing needs.
Mayor Schoenheider asked if there was anyone from the Public who wanted to comment on the topic.
Dan Seabald, 560 Ivy Ct, Lake Forest offered his opinion to the City Council.
Seeing no other requests, Mayor Schoenheider asked for a motion.
COUNCIL ACTION: If determined to be appropriate by the City Council, by motion, grant approval of the
Resolution
Alderman Reisenberg made a motion to grant approval of the Resolution, seconded by Alderman
Pandaleon. The following voted “Aye”: Aldermen Waldeck, Beidler, Pandaleon, Newman, Tack, Reisenberg,
Moreno and Buschmann. The following voted “Nay”: None. 8- Ayes, 0 Nays, motion carried.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business. Alderman Buschmann made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Alderman
Waldeck. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote at 9:22 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Margaret Boyer
City Clerk
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