CITY COUNCIL 2019/06/03 MinutesThe City of Lake Forest
CITY COUNCIL
Proceedings of the Monday, June 3, 2019
City Council Meeting - City Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Honorable Mayor Pandaleon called the meeting to order at 6:35pm, and
the City Clerk, Margaret Boyer called the roll of Council members.
Present: Honorable Mayor Pandaleon, Alderman Beidler, Alderman Morris, Alderman Newman, Alderman
Rummel, Alderman Preschlack, Alderman Goshgarian, Alderman Moreno and Alderman Buschmann.
Absent: None
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was recited by all those present in the Chamber.
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS
COMMENTS BY MAYOR
Mayor Pandaleon reported that unfortunately, Ms. Haines was not able to make the City Council meeting
and asked for a motion to approve the resolution of appreciation.
A. Approval of a Resolution of Appreciation for Retiring Account Clerk III, Laronda
Haines
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of a Resolution of Appreciation for Retiring Account Clerk III, Laronda Haines
Alderman Rummel made a motion to approve the resolution of appreciation for retiring account Clerk II,
Laronda Haines, seconded by Alderman Newman. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
Mayor Pandaleon read the following appointment and asked for a motion.
B. 2019-2020 Board and Commission Appointments and Reappointments
CEMETERY
NAME OF MEMBER APPOINT/REAPPOINT WARD
John L. Anderson Appoint 2
COUNCIL ACTION: Approve the Mayor’s Appointments and Reappointments
Alderman Preschlack made a motion to approve the Mayor’s appointment, seconded by Alderman Beidler.
Motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
C. Lake Forest Day Proclamation
Mayor Pandaleon read the Proclamation, proclaiming Wednesday, August 7, 2019 to be Lake Forest Day in
The City of Lake Forest. He asked for a motion and a second for approval. Motion carried unanimously by
voice vote. Richard Tucker of the American Legion was in attendance to accept the Proclamation.
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D. Statement of Appreciation Regarding IDOT Pronouncement Opposing A Third Rail
in the City of Lake Forest and Glenview
Mayor Pandaleon read a statement in response to a letter from IDOT to Senator Julie Morrison confirming
that IDOT will not pursue holding tracks in either Lake Forest or the Village of Glenview. Mayor Pandaleon
stated that this written confirmation brings needed closure to this important issue, and expressed his
gratitude to several people for their efforts in bringing this matter to a successful resolution.
COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER
A. Community Spotlight
- History Center of Lake Forest and Lake Bluff
-Carol Summerfield, Executive Director
City Manager Jason Wicha introduced Carol Summerfield, Executive Director of the History Center of Lake
Forest and Lake Bluff. Ms. Summerfield gave an overview that included a brief history, programming and
Studio 509, which is a sociology archive. For more information, visit LFLBhistory.org
COMMITTEE REPORTS
OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
1. Approval of the May 20, 2019 First Session of the City Council Meeting Minutes
2. Approval of the May 20, 2019 Second Session of the City Council Meeting Minutes
3. Approval of the Check Register for the Period of May 4-24, 2019
4. Consideration of an Ordinance Approving a Recommendation from the Historic Preservation
Commission. (First Reading and if Desired by the City Council, Final Approval)
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of the four (4) Omnibus items as presented
Mayor Pandaleon asked members of the Council if they would like to remove any item or take it separately.
The City Council had discussion on item # 4. Mayor Pandaleon again asked members of the Council if they
would like to remove any item or take it separately. Seeing none, Mayor Pandaleon asked for a motion to
approve the four (4) Omnibus items as presented.
Alderman Preschlack made a motion to approve the four (4) Omnibus items as presented, seconded by
Alderman Moreno. The following voted “Aye”: Aldermen Beidler, Morris, Newman, Rummel, Preschlack,
Goshgarian, 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.
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ORDINANCES
1. Consideration of a Recommendation from the Plan Commission in Support of a Special Use
Permit for Scouts, a Family Friendly Restaurant, in the Existing Building at Westwood Center,
950 N. Western Avenue. (If desired by the Council, Waive First Reading and Grant Final
Approval of the Ordinance.)
Catherine Czerniak, Director of Community Development, reported that the recommendation from the Plan
Commission is being presented to the City Council for consideration and final action. This is a request for a
Special Use Permit to allow a new restaurant to locate in an existing commercial development, on the
southwest corner of Western Avenue and Woodland Road. Ms. Czerniak reported that the City Code
classifies restaurants located within 150’ of residential zoning districts as special uses; restaurants located
further away from residential properties are permitted outright. Special uses proposed in the City’s
business districts require consideration by the Plan Commission through the public hearing process, and
must be evaluated based on the applicable criteria in the Code. In addition, restaurants must also comply
with the performance standards specifically for restaurants detailed in the Code. The review process
assures that the proposed use is considered in the contexts of both the nearby residential neighborhood
and the business district, and provides the opportunity for public input. Often, special uses are approved
subject to conditions and limitations, as is the case with this petition.
Ms. Czerniak gave an overview of the site that included, perimeter fencing, alley use, parking and exterior
lighting. She also reviewed planned significant improvements on the site, both inside the building and out,
that are underway with more work planned in the coming months. Ms. Czerniak reported that the Plan
Commission was sensitive to the adjacent single family homes and conditions of approval were discussed.
The City Council had discussion on the Building Review Board involvement with this item, Special Use
Criteria, parking, lighting and construction or road issues that may arise.
Mayor Pandaleon asked if there was anyone from the public who would like to comment on this item.
Carol Dahl asked Ms. Czerniak about the hours of operation and hours that alcohol would be permitted in
the courtyard, Ms. Czerniak reported that 11pm was a condition of use and that City Code allowed alcohol
to be served until midnight.
Mayor Pandaleon asked again, if there was anyone from the public who would like to comment on this item.
Seeing none, he asked for a motion.
COUNCIL ACTION: If determined to be appropriate by the City Council, waive first reading and grant final
approval of the Ordinance approving a Special Use Permit for Scouts, a new family friendly restaurant at
Westwood Center, 950 N. Western Avenue in accordance with the Plan Commission’s recommendation.
Alderman Beidler made a motion to waive first reading and grant final approval of the Ordinance approving
a Special Use Permit for Scouts, a new family friendly restaurant at Westwood Center, 950 N. Western
Avenue in accordance with the Plan Commission’s recommendation, seconded by Alderman Moreno. The
following voted “Aye”: Aldermen Beidler, Morris, Newman, Rummel, Preschlack, Goshgarian, Moreno and
Buschmann. The following voted “Nay”: None. 8- Ayes, 0 Nays, motion carried
NEW BUSINESS
1. Approval of a Construction Administration Agreement for Telecommunications Facilities with
MCImetro Access Transmission Services Corporation
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Mike Strong, Assistant to the City Manager, reported that staff requests approving a Construction
Administration Agreement for Telecommunications Facilities with MCImetro Access Transmission Services
Corporation, d/b/a Verizon Access Transmission Services to install and operate underground fiber optic
telecommunications cables within the City’s rights-of-way. Mr. Strong reviewed a map and gave an outline
of the projected work and the respective rights and responsibilities of both parties as outlined in the
agreement.
The City Council had discussion on installation with current projects, directional boring and questions on the
map that was shown.
Mayor Pandaleon asked if there was anyone from the public who would like to comment on this item.
Seeing none, he asked for a motion.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of a Construction Administration Agreement (in substantially the form
attached) for Telecommunications Facilities with MCImetro Access Transmission Services Corporation and
Authorize and direct the City Manager, in consultation with the City Attorney, to finalize the terms of the
Agreement.
Alderman Moreno made a motion for approval of a Construction Administration Agreement (in substantially
the form attached) for Telecommunications Facilities with MCImetro Access Transmission Services
Corporation and Authorize and direct the City Manager, in consultation with the City Attorney, to finalize
the terms of the Agreement, seconded by Alderman Rummel. The following voted “Aye”: Aldermen Beidler,
Morris, Newman, Rummel, Preschlack, Goshgarian, Moreno and Buschmann. The following voted “Nay”:
None. 8- Ayes, 0 Nays, motion carried.
2. Approval of the 2019 Parks & Recreation Department 10-Year Strategic Master Plan
Document
Joe Mobile, Superintendent of Recreation, reported that the Parks & Recreation Board requests approval of
the 2019 10-Year Strategic Master Plan Document as a working document for the future planning and
development for the Parks and Recreation Department. Mr. Mobile reviewed the goals of the plan and
stated that The Chart our Future 10-year Strategic Master Plan is the roadmap for the City of Lake Forest
Parks and Recreation key stakeholders to align and drive continual growth and improvement of open space,
facilities, recreation systems, and services.
Alderman Goshgarian recused himself from voting on this item, as he is a former member of the Friends of
Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Foundation.
The City Council had discussion on benchmarking, future projects and public private partnership success in
The City of Lake Forest.
Mayor Pandaleon asked if there was anyone from the public who would like to comment on this item.
Seeing none, he asked for a motion.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of the 2019 Parks & Recreation Department 10-Year Strategic Master Plan
Document
Alderman Preschlack made a motion for approval of the 2019 Parks & Recreation Department 10-Year
Strategic Master Plan Document, seconded by Alderman Beidler. The following voted “Aye”: Aldermen
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Beidler, Morris, Newman, Rummel, Preschlack, Goshgarian, Moreno and Buschmann. The following voted
“Nay”: None. The following abstained: Alderman Goshgarian. 7- Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 abstention, motion carried.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION/COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
A. Reconsideration and Rescission of Approval of a First Amendment to the Restated
Agreement Relating to the Gorton Property
Julie Tappendorf, City Attorney reported that at its last meeting, the City Council approved an amendment
to the structure of the Gorton Community Center Board, where there were a couple of questions raised at
the meeting and staff suggested revisions that will be incorporated and presented at a future City Council
meeting.
Mayor Pandaleon asked if there was anyone from the public who would like to comment on this item.
Seeing none, he asked for a motion.
COUNCIL ACTION: Reconsideration and Rescission of Approval of a First Amendment to the Restated
Agreement Relating to the Gorton Property
Alderman Newman made a motion for Reconsideration and Rescission of Approval of a First Amendment to
the Restated Agreement Relating to the Gorton Property seconded by Alderman Preschlack. The following
voted “Aye”: Aldermen Beidler, Morris, Newman, Rummel, Preschlack, Goshgarian, Moreno and
Buschmann. The following voted “Nay”: None. 8- Ayes, 0 Nays, motion carried.
Alderman Rummel reported on the completion of the Lake Forest Police Academy by her and the City
Manager. Mr. Wicha encouraged all citizen to get involved in the opportunities offered by both the Lake
Forest Fire and the Police Departments.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business Mayor Pandaleon asked for a motion. Alderman Goshgarian made a motion
to adjourn, seconded by Alderman Buschmann. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote at 7:51 pm.
Respectfully Submitted
Margaret Boyer, City Clerk
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