CC_2025_02_03_AGENDATHE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Monday, February 3, 2025
220 E. Deerpath
Lake Forest, IL 60045
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 6:30pm
Honorable Mayor, Stanford R. Tack
Nancy Novit, Alderman First Ward Ara Goshgarian, Alderman Third Ward
Peter Clemens, Alderman First Ward Alice LeVert, Alderman Third Ward
Edward U. Notz, Jr., Alderman Second Ward Eileen Looby Weber, Alderman Fourth Ward
John Powers, Alderman Second Ward Richard Walther, Alderman Fourth Ward
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS
1.COMMENTS BY MAYOR
A.Approval of a Resolution of Appreciation for Retired Fire Chief, Pete Siebert
A copy of the resolution is attached on page 11.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of the Resolution
B.2025-2026 Board and Commission Appointments and Reappointments
SENIOR RESOURCE COMMISSION
NAME OF MEMBER APPOINT/REAPPOINT WARD
John Cullen APPOINT 3
Susan Kocanda APPOINT LB
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
NAME OF MEMBER APPOINT/REAPPOINT WARD
Jeff Giannelli APPOINT 3
A copy of the volunteer profile sheet is available at City Hall upon request.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approve the Mayors Appointments
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2. COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER
A. Deerpath Streetscape Project- Monthly Update
- Byron Kutz, Engineering Superintendent
3. OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL
4. COMMITTEE REPORTS
5. ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
1. Approval of the January 21, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes
A copy of the minutes can be found beginning on page 12
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of the January 21, 2025, City Council Meeting Minutes
2. Approval of the Check Register for the Period of January 1st – January 17, 2025
STAFF CONTACT: Jamese Scott, Staff Accountant (847-810-3618)
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: City Code Section 38.02 sets forth payment procedures of the
City. The Director of Finance is to prepare a monthly summary of all warrants to be drawn on
the City treasury for the payment of all sums due from the City (including all warrants relating
to payroll and invoice payments) by fund and shall prepare a detailed list of invoice payments
which denotes the person to whom the warrant is payable. The warrant list detail of invoice
payments shall be presented for review to the Chairperson of the City Council Finance
Committee for review and recommendation. All items on the warrant list detail
recommended for payment by the Finance Committee Chairperson shall be presented in
summary form to the City Council for approval or ratification. Any member of the City Council
shall, upon request to the City Manager or Director of Finance, receive a copy of the warrant
list detail as recommended by the Finance Committee Chairperson. The City Council may
approve the warrant list as so recommended by the Finance Committee Chairperson by a
concurrence of the majority of the City Council as recorded through a roll call vote.
The Council action requested is to ratify the payments as summarized below. The associated
payroll and invoice payments have been released during the check register period noted.
Following is the summary of warrants as recommended by the Finance Committee
Chairperson:
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Included in the subtotal denoted as “All other Funds” is $1,433,092 in Liability Insurance and
$754,771 in Medical and Dental plan expenditures.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of the Check Register for the Period of January 1 – January 17,
2025.
3. Consideration of a Request to Waive the Fidelity Bond Requirement in Connection
with Holding a Raffle in the City of Lake Forest for Lake Forest Country Day School
(Approval by Motion)
STAFF CONTACT: Margaret Boyer, City Clerk (847.810.3674)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: Staff requests City Council consideration of waiving the
fidelity bond requirement in connection with a proposed raffle from the Lake Forest Country
Day School.
BACKGROUND: In January 2020 the City Council approved an Ordinance Amending Chapter
110, titled “Licenses and Miscellaneous” related to Raffles, to align these sections with recent
State of Illinois Legislation. Section 110.0149, J, allows the raffle manager designated by the
organization to seek a waiver of the bond requirement from the City Council.
At this time the Lake Forest Country Day School is requesting a waiver of the bond requirement
and has submitted a request. A copy of the request can be found beginning on page 17
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: N/A
COUNCIL ACTION: Consideration of a Request to Waive the Fidelity Bond Requirement in
Connection with Holding a Raffle in the City of Lake Forest for the Lake Forest Country Day
School. (Approval by Motion)
4. Approval of the Purchase of Replacement Computers for all City Departments, Not
to Exceed the Amount of $66,719
Fund Invoice Payroll Total
101 General 385,549 1,945,170 2,330,719
501 Water & Sewer 82,827 222,786 305,613
220 Parks & Recreation 68,627 401,701 470,328
311 Capital Improvements 217,298 217,298
202 Motor Fuel Tax 0
230 Cemetery 7,020 41,496 48,516
210 Senior Resources 12,537 38,480 51,017
510 Deerpath Golf Course 12,306 2,636 14,942
601 Fleet 125,651 64,182 189,833
416 - 434 Debt Funds 0
248 Housing Trust 0
201 Park & Public Land 72,550 72,550
All other Funds 2,445,956 233,477 2,679,432
$3,430,321 $2,949,928 $6,380,249
Check Register for January 1 - January 17, 2025
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STAFF CONTACT: Cameron Burrell, Interim IT Director (847-810-3598)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: Staff requests approval to purchase 53 computers based
on a 5-year replacement cycle which include workstations, laptops with docking stations, and
ruggedized computers.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: The City has 11 desktop computers, 36 laptops with docking
stations, and 6 rugged laptops recommended for replacement in FY25. All desktops and
laptops are considered end of life (EOL) as they no longer have a warranty and are
demonstrating reduced performance resulting in loss of productivity. The City’s current
inventory of computers consists of 95 desktops, 97 laptops, 12 Hybrid Laptops, 12 rugged
Laptops and 35 rugged tablets.
The City standardized all desktops and laptops with Dell products 24 years ago. The
standardizations help staff to efficiently deploy, troubleshoot, and maintain the systems. This
year the staff received pricing from three vendors: Dell, CDW, and SHI. Dell provided a
proposal based on the Midwestern Higher Education Compact Master Agreement MHEC-
04152022. MHEC is an instrumentality of state government founded in 1991 serving Illinois and
eleven other states. Contracts must adhere to the purchasing policies of the MHEC member
states.
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: Staff received the following pricing for this project:
Vendor Total Amount
Dell Direct $66,719
CDW $90,647
SHI $93,790
Has competitive pricing been obtained for proposed goods/services? Yes
Below is an estimated summary of Project budget:
FY2025 Funding Source Amount
Budgeted
Amount
Requested
Budgeted?
Y/N
$70,000 $66,719 Y
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of the Purchase of Replacement Computers for all City
Departments, Not to Exceed the Amount of $66,719
5. Consideration of Amending Chapters 73 and 78 of the City Code, Prohibiting Parking
on City Streets Between the Hours of 3:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. and removing Schedule
XIV (First Reading and, if appropriate, final approval).
STAFF CONTACT: Kevin Zelk, Deputy Chief of Police Administration (847-810-3816)
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PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: Staff requests approval of changes to Chapters 73 and 78
of the City Code, which will prohibit overnight parking on city streets, between the hours of
3:00 am and 5:00 am on any day. This amendment will also remove Schedule XIV in Chapter
78 of the City Code. A copy of the proposed ordinance can be found on page 18.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: During a review of our ordinances, it was discovered that previous
ordinance language which prohibited overnight parking was inadvertently left out in a
previous amendment to the parking regulations in the City Code. These amendments will add
back in language expressly prohibiting overnight parking on all City streets and also eliminate
a parking schedule related to overnight parking that does not include all City streets.
PROJECT REVIEW/RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff discussed the City Code and received a
recommendation to make the proposed amendments.
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: Staff anticipates some parking ticket revenue as a result of these
changes.
COUNCIL ACTION: If deemed appropriate by the City Council, waive the first reading of an
Ordinance amending Chapter 73, titled "Stopping, Standing and Parking," and amending
Chapter 78, titled "Parking and Loading Schedules," of the City Code, and grant final
approval.
6. Approval of a Purchase of a Replacement Front-Load Sanitation Section Truck to
Truck Center Companies (chassis) in the Amount of $227,961 and Macqueen Group
(body) in the Amount of $200,870 for a Grand Total Cost of $428,831
STAFF CONTACT: Jim Lockefeer, Assistant Director of Public Works (810-3542)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: The Public Works Committee and City staff request City
Council approve of a purchase to replace a Sanitation Section front-load truck to Truck
Center Companies (chassis) in the amount of $227,961 and Macqueen Group (body) in the
amount of $200,870 for a grand total cost of $428,831.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: There are three total front load recycle trucks included in the
Sanitation Section fleet. This recommended purchase will replace an existing front-load
recycle truck that has been in service and utilized by the Sanitation Section since 2012. The
accrued operating hours for the existing truck are over 14,000 hours. After 12 years of
significant in-service operation hours, the truck has exceeded its estimated useful life.
The are significant concern with the current truck’s engine, transmission and body. The engine
is deteriorated, leading to excessive buildup and failures within the aftertreatment system.
Issues also extend to the fuel and air intake systems, including the injectors and turbocharger.
The transmission shows signs of degradation, with several component failures. The body of the
truck is severely worn and has been patched multiple times. Additionally, the hydraulic system
is worn and exhibits weak performance.
PROJECT REVIEW/RECOMMENDATIONS:
Reviewed Date Comments
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Public Works Committee 12/2/24
Finance Committee 11/12/24
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: The purchase price provided by both Truck Center Companies and
MacQueen Group features Sourcewell pricing. Sourcewell was created by State law as a
service cooperative to provide programs and services to members in education and
government. Sourcewell follows the competitive contracting law process to solicit, evaluate,
and award cooperative purchasing contracts for goods and services. Sourcewell is a public
agency governed by an eight-member board. The City has previously utilized national bids to
include Sourcewell, Omnia Partners, State bid, and the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative for
equipment and services. The City has been utilizing the Truck Center Companies (Autocar)
truck chassis and Macqueen group (formerly McNeilus) truck bodies for many years. The City
has experienced excellent success with each of these products with their longstanding wear,
responsive parts delivery, and service when needed.
Has City staff obtained competitive pricing for proposed goods/services? No
Administrative Directive 3-5, Section 6.1D – Government Joint Purchase.
Below is an estimated summary of Project budget:
FY2026 Funding Source Amount Budgeted
$420,000 $428,831 Y
The reason for the budget overage is due to the final specification review process that
occurred recently, compared to the development of the $420,000 budget that was originally
prepared in late September 2024. For example, one specification item that was not included
in the September budget that was recently identified as a missing specification item was the
installation of City stickers and decals. This has been added as part of the final specification
review and confirmation process. If necessary, a supplemental appropriation ordinance will be
submitted for City Council approval at the end of the fiscal year.
City Council approval this evening will allow staff to place the orders now with an anticipated
delivery date for the chassis during the winter of 2025/2026 with a completion date of summer
of 2026. Once the new truck is put into service, the City will place the existing truck up for sale
via the competitive bidding process, and assuming a bid of $4,000 or higher is received, staff
will return to City Council to approve its official sale.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of a Purchase of a Replacement Front-Load Sanitation Section
Truck to Truck Center Companies (chassis) in the Amount of $227,961 and Macqueen Group
(body) in the Amount of $200,870 for a Grand Total Cost of $428,831
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7. Consideration of an Ordinance Approving a Recommendation from the Historic
Preservation Commission in Support of Granting a Building Scale Variance for an
Addition at 600 N. Mayflower Road. (First Reading and if Desired by the City Council,
Final Approval)
STAFF CONTACT: Catherine Czerniak,
Director of Community Development (810-3504)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: The following recommendation from the Historic Preservation
Commission is presented to the City Council for consideration along with the Ordinance as part of
the Omnibus Agenda.
BACKGROUND: 600 N. Mayflower Road – The Commission recommended approval of an
Ordinance granting a building scale variance for a garage addition and a new screen porch.
The Commission has final authority over design related decisions however, City Council
approval is required for building scale variances recommended by the Commission. No
public testimony was presented on this petition. This petition was also considered by the
Zoning Board of Appeals as detailed in the following agenda item. (Approved 6 – 0)
An Ordinance approving a building scale variance for 600 N. Mayflower Road, with key exhibits
attached, is included in the Council packet beginning on page 24. The Ordinance with complete
exhibits is available for review in the Community Development Department.
COUNCIL ACTION: If determined to be appropriate by the City Council, waive first reading
and grant final approval of an Ordinance approving a building scale variance for an addition
to the residence at 600 N. Mayflower Road as recommended by the Historic Preservation
Commission.
8. Consideration of an Ordinance Approving a Recommendation from the Zoning
Board of Appeals in Support of Setback Variances at 600 N. Mayflower Road. (First
Reading, and if Desired by the City Council, Final Approval)
STAFF CONTACT: Catherine Czerniak,
Director of Community Development (810-3504)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: The following recommendation from the Zoning Board of
Appeals is presented to the City Council for consideration as part of the Omnibus Agenda along
with the associated Ordinance.
BACKGROUND: 600 Mayflower Road – The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended approval of an
Ordinance granting variances from the front yard, lot in depth and steep slope setbacks for a
garage addition, a new screen porch, and air conditioner units. The Historic Preservation
Commission also considered this petition and recommended approval as detailed in the previous
agenda item. (Board vote: 5-0, approved)
The Ordinance approving variances as recommended by the Zoning Board of Appeals, with key
exhibits attached, is included in the Council packet beginning on page 34. The Ordinance,
complete with all exhibits, is available for review in the Community Development Department.
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COUNCIL ACTION: If determined to be appropriate by the City Council, waive first reading
and grant final approval of the Ordinance approving variances from zoning setbacks for 600
N. Mayflower Road in accordance with the Zoning Board of Appeals’ recommendation.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approve the eight (8) omnibus items as presented
6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
1. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Lake Forest City Code Regarding
Corkage Fees (First reading and if appropriate final approval)
PRESENTED BY: Julie Tappendorf, City Attorney
STAFF CONTACT: Margaret Boyer, City Clerk, (847-810-3674)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: At the direction of the Mayor and City Council at its last
meeting, staff was directed to work with the City Attorney to revise the language in the Class I-
1 and Class I-2 Liquor code related to corkage fees.
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION: The current code reads as shown below with the proposed
edits
(21) Class I-1 licenses, which shall authorize any A-4, B-1, C-1, C-2, C-3, D-
1, E-1 or F-1 licensee to permit bring-your-own-beverages to be consumed on the
licensed premises of the type permitted by the licensee’s license and to shall
impose a corkage fee relating to each container of bring-your-own-beverage of
not to exceed not less than $10 per bring-your-own-beverage container.
(22) Class I-2 licenses, which shall authorize the service and consumption
of bring-your-own-beverages on the licensed premises and shall impose a
corkage fee relating to each container of bring-your-own-beverage not to
exceed of not less than $10 per bring-your-own-beverage container. I-2 licenses
shall only authorize the service and consumption of beer and wine. Additionally,
the service and consumption of bring-your-own-beverages for purposes of a Class
I-2 license shall be deemed the sale of alcoholic liquor for purposes of § 111.043,
and I-2 licenses shall only be available to those licensees who are otherwise
compliant with the law.
The proposed ordinance can be found beginning on page 42.
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: n/a.
COUNCIL ACTION: Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the Lake Forest City Code
Regarding Corkage Fees (First reading and if appropriate final approval)
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8. ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
1. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Adjournment into Executive Session
Reconvene into Regular Session
9. ADJOURNMENT
A copy of the Decision Making Parameters is included with this agenda following this page.
Office of the City Manager January 29, 2025
The City of Lake Forest is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who require
certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting,
or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities, are required
to contact City Manager Jason Wicha, at (847) 234-2600 promptly to allow the City to make
reasonable accommodations for those persons.
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THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
DECISION-MAKING PARAMETERS FOR CITY COUNCIL,
AND APPOINTED BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
Adopted June 18, 2018
The City of Lake Forest Mission Statement:
"Be the best-managed, fiscally-responsible and appealing community and promote a community
spirit of trust, respect and citizen involvement. "
The Lake Forest City Council, with the advice and recommendations of its appointed advisoryBoards and Commissions, Lake Forest Citizens, and City Staff, is responsible for policy
formulation and approval. Implementation of adopted strategy, policy, budgets, and other
directives of Council is the responsibility of City Staff, led by the City Manager and SeniorStaff. The Mayor and Aldermen, and appointed members of Boards and Commissions should
address matters in a timely, deliberate, objective and process-driven manner, making decisionsguided by the City of Lake Forest Strategic and Comprehensive Plans, the City's Codes,
policies and procedures, and the following parameters:
. Motions and votes should comprise what is in the best long-term interests of all Lake
Forest citizens, measured in decades, being mindful of proven precedents and new
precedents that may be created.
. All points of view should be listened to and considered in making decisions with thelong-term benefit to Lake Forest's general public welfare being the highest priority.
. Fundmg decisions should support effectiveness and economy in providing servicesand programs, while mindful of the number ofcidzens benefittmg from such
expenditures.
. New initiatives should be quantified, qualified, and evaluated for their long-tenn merit
and overall fiscal unpact and other consequences to the community.
. Decision makers should be proactive and timely in addressing sto-ategic planning
initiatives, external forces not under control of the City, and other opportunities and
challenges to the community.
Community trust in, and support of, government is fostered by maintaining the integrity of these
decision-making parameters.
The City of Lake Forest 's Decision-Making Parameters shall be reviewed by the City Council on anannual basis and shall be included on all agendas of the City Council and Boards and Commissions.
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Resolution of Appreciation
WHEREAS, PETER W. SIEBERT has been a dedicated employee of The City of Lake Forest since May 01,
1996; and
WHEREAS, PETE SIEBERT will honorably retire from the City on January 03, 2025; and
WHEREAS, PETE SIEBERT began his career as a Firefighter and later became a Firefighter/Paramedic. He
was appointed as a Fire Inspector and Public Education Officer and dedicated many years to the Fire Prevention
Bureau, where he played a critical role in fire safety and prevention education. He was promoted to Fire
Lieutenant, then Battalion Chief, and ultimately served as Deputy Chief; and
WHEREAS, PETE SIEBERT was appointed Acting Fire Chief before being officially sworn in as Fire Chief,
he served with distinction and steadfast leadership. He also served as the City’s Emergency Operations
Coordinator, skillfully navigating the department through the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19
pandemic; and
WHEREAS, PETE SIEBERT completed the Executive Fire Officer Program, further demonstrating his
commitment to professional development and excellence in fire service leadership. He also served as the
department’s Training Officer and Fitness Coordinator, ensuring that personnel were equipped for success both
professionally and physically; and
WHEREAS, PETE SIEBERT served as a member of the Lake County SRT and contributed significantly to
internal boards within the department and throughout the City. His leadership extended to the Lake County Fire
Chiefs Association Board, where he served as President, furthering regional collaboration and excellence in fire
service; and
WHEREAS, PETE SIEBERT’s tenure spanned service under two City Managers and saw significant
advancements in the Fire Department fleet, enhancing safety and operational capabilities. His commitment to
training, succession planning, and fostering a culture of professional growth within the department has left a
lasting legacy; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST that the
Council, on behalf of the administration and residents of the community, hereby expresses its appreciation and
gratitude to PETER W. SIEBERT for a public service faithfully performed; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be appropriately inscribed and conveyed to PETE, with a
copy to be included in the official minutes of the February 3, 2025 meeting of the Lake Forest City Council.
Mayor
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The City of Lake Forest
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Proceedings of the Tuesday, January 21, 2025
City Council Meeting - City Council Chambers
220 E. Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING FINANCE COMMITTEE AT 6:30
PM
Members
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Honorable Mayor Tack called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.,
and City Clerk Margaret Boyer called the roll of Council members.
Present: Honorable Mayor Tack, Alderman Novit, Alderman Clemens, Alderman Notz, Alderman
Powers, Alderman LeVert, Alderman Weber and Alderman Walther.
Absent: Alderman Goshgarian
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS
COMMENTS BY MAYOR
1.Approval of a Resolution of Appreciation for Retiring Finance Director Elizabeth Holleb
Alderman Weber motioned to approve the resolution, seconded by Alderman LeVert. All in favor,
the motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
2.ELECTION AND APPOINTMENT OF CITY OFFICERS ELECTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND
APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR AS REQUIRED BYCHARTER AND CITY CODE
Interim City Treasurer Diane Hall
Alderman Weber motioned to approve the Mayor's appointment, seconded by Alderman Powers.
All in favor, the motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
3.Appointment of Deputy Police Chief Micheal Lange as The City of Lake Forest ESDA Coordinator
Alderman LeVert motioned to approve the Mayor's appointment, seconded by Alderman Clemens.
All in favor, the motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
4.Approval of a Resolution of Appreciation for K-9 Chase
Alderman Walther motioned to approve the resolution, seconded by Alderman Notz. All in favor,
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the motion carried unanimously by voice vote.
COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER
1.Overview of Enhancements to Bank Lane between Deerpath and Southgate
-Catherine Czerniak, Director of Community Development
Catherine Czerniak gave an overview of the enhancements to Bank Lane between Deerpath and
Southgate. Ms. Czerniak reviewed key objectives of the plan including expectations for future
development, elevating the Bank Lane experience, complimenting Market Square, and building on
the unique character while balancing pedestrian comfort and safety with service needs being
considered. The City Council had a lengthy discussion with Ms. Czerniak on proceeding with
construction drawings, when the project would go out for bid, along with timing, coordinating
with Deerpath improvements while minimizing impacts on businesses. There was concurrence
among the Council to keep the item on the omnibus agenda.
OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL
COMMITTEE REPORTS
ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
1.Approval of the November 18, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes
2.Approval of the December 2, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes
3.Approval of a Resolution Appointing a Delegate and Alternate Delegate to the
Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency (IRMA).
4.Approval of Resolutions Required for Bank Purposes to Amend Authorized Signers on City bank
accounts and Assign Diane Hall, Assistant Finance Director as the Principal Authority for the
Illinois Funds account.
5.Approval of the Check Register for the Period of November 23rd – December 31, 2024
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6.Approval of an Amended Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Lake Forest and
Lake Forest Library
7.Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the City of Lake Forest City Code Regarding the Class I-
2 Liquor License (First reading and if appropriate final approval)
8.Approval of a Third Amendment to the License Agreement Between the City of Lake Forest and
the Music Institute of Chicago to occupy a portion of Volwiler Hall, located at 40 E. Old Mill Road
9.Approval of FY25 Special Event Funding for Friends of Lake Forest Parks and Recreation in the
amount of $70,000
10.Authorize the City Manager to Execute Documents Extending the Draw Down Period of the Loan
Agreement between the City of Lake Forest and Elawa Farm Foundation
11.Award of Bid for the Deerpath Golf Course Fire Suppression System Project to Slavick Razniak,
Inc. in the Amount of $168,550.00, to Include a 10% Contingency in the amount of $16,855.00,
for a Total Cost of $185,405.00
12.Authorization to Dispose of City Property to the Highest Bidder, Rogers Nursery, for the Sale of
the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe in the Amount of $4,250
13.Authorization to Dispose of City Property to the Highest Bidder, Rob January, for the Sale of the
2003 Chevrolet W3500 Dump Truck in the Amount of $7,721
14.Authorization for the Mayor or City Manager to Execute a Grant Agreement Between The City of
Lake Forest and The State of Illinois Department of Natural Resources For The McClory Bike Path
Resurfacing Project
15.Consideration of Ordinances Approving Recommendations from the Building Review Board for
270 Majestic Oak Court and 245 W. Westminster. (First Reading and if Desired by the City
Council, Final Approval)
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16.Consideration of an Ordinance Approving a Recommendation from the Historic Preservation
Commission in Support of Granting a Building Scale Variance for an Addition at 1320 Elm Tree
Road. (First Reading and if Desired by the City Council, Final Approval)
17.Consideration of Ordinances Approving Recommendations from the Zoning Board of Appeals for
827 Oakwood Avenue and 1320 Elm Tree Road. (First Reading, and if Desired by the City
Council, Final Approval)
18.Consideration of a recommendation from staff to authorize the City Manager to enter into a
contract with The Lakota Group/Thomas Engineering in an amount not to exceed $119,043.75
for the preparation of detailed construction and engineering plans and construction support for
enhancements to the block of Bank Lane between Deerpath and Southgate
COUNCIL ACTION: Approve the eighteen (18) items as presented
Mayor Tack asked the Council if there were any items to be removed or taken separately. Seeing
none, he asked for a motion.
Alderman Notz made a motion to approve the eighteen (18) Omnibus items as presented,
seconded by Alderman Clemens. The following voted “Aye”: Alderman Novit, Clemens, Notz,
Powers, LeVert, Weber and Walther. The following voted “Nay”: none. 7-Ayes, 0-Nays, motion
carried.
Information such as Purpose and Action Requested, Background/Discussion, Budget/Fiscal Impact,
Council Action and a Staff Contact as it relates to the Omnibus items can be found on the agenda.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
1.EXECUTIVE SESSION
Adjournment into Executive Session
Reconvene into Regular Session
Mayor Tack noted that there will be no further business following the executive session. He then
asked for a motion to adjourn into executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (6) the lease of
property owned by the City.
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Alderman Notz made a motion to adjourn into executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (6) the
lease of property owned by the City, seconded by Alderman Clemens. The following voted “Aye”:
Alderman Novit, Clemens, Notz, Powers, LeVert, Weber, and Walther. The following voted “Nay”:
none. 7-Ayes, 0-Nays, motion carried.
The City Council adjourned into executive session at 8:10 pm
The City Council reconvened at 8:47 pm
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business Mayor Tack asked for a motion to adjourn. Alderman Novit
made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Alderman Notz. The motion was carried unanimously
by voice vote at 8:48 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Margaret Boyer, City Clerk
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Proceedings of the Tuesday, January 21, 2025
City Council Meeting
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THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-____
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAKE FOREST CITY CODE REGARDING
A PROHIBITION ON OVERNIGHT PARKING
Adopted by the City Council
of the City of Lake Forest
this day of 2025
Published in pamphlet form by direction
and authority of The City of Lake Forest
Lake County, Illinois
this day of 2025
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THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-_____
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 73 STOPPING, STANDING, AND PARKING; AND
AMENDING CHAPTER 78 PARKING AND LOADING SCHEDULES
OF THE LAKE FOREST CITY CODE
WHEREAS, The City of Lake Forest is a home rule, special charter municipal
corporation; and
WHEREAS, The City of Lake Forest has enacted certain ordinances relating to the
use of numerous types of vehicles; and
WHEREAS, from time to time, it is appropriate to review, update, and modify the
City of Lake Forest Code to ensure that it appropriately reflects current practices and
complies with state law; and
WHEREAS, The City of Lake Forest desires to update the current provisions of the
City Code as set forth in this Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council, having considered the recommendation
for amendments to the Code as it relates to the regulation of vehicles in the Central
Business District, have determined that adopting this Ordinance and creating Chapter
79 as hereafter set forth, will be in the best interests of the City and its residents;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
FOREST, COUNTY OF LAKE, AND STATE OF ILLINOIS, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION ONE: Recitals. The foregoing recitals are hereby adopted by this
reference as the findings of the City Council and are hereby incorporated into
this section as if fully set forth.
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SECTION TWO: Amendments to City Code. Chapter 73, entitled "Stopping,
Standing, and Parking," and Chapter 78, entitled “Parking and Loading
Schedules, of the Lake Forest City Code, are hereby amended, in pertinent part,
as set forth in Exhibit A which is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
SECTION THREE: Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and
effect upon its passage, approval, and publication in pamphlet form in the
manner provided by law.
Passed this ____ day of _________________________, 2025.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Approved this __ day of _________________________, 2025.
_____________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
City Clerk
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Exhibit A
Proposed text is shown in bold, double underlined, stricken text in strikethrough.
Section 31, entitled “Parking during certain hours in designated places” of
Chapter 73, entitled "Stopping, Standing, and Parking" of the Lake Forest City
Code is hereby amended as follows:
§ 73.31 PARKING DURING CERTAIN HOURS IN DESIGNATED PLACES.
(A) General. No person shall park a vehicle for any period of time in excess
of the time posted on the official sign or legend or notice effective for the
parking space for which it is erected during the effective time thereof.
(B) 12:00 midnight - 5:00 a.m. Forest Park Beach parking prohibition. When
signs are erected in any block or area, as described in Ch. 78, Sch. I, hereof,
giving notice that no person shall park a vehicle at any time between the hours
of 12:00 midnight and 5:00 a.m. on any day.
(C) 3:00 a.m. – 5:00 a.m Overnight parking prohibition. When signs are
erected at all normal vehicular entrances to the City, there shall be no parking
on any City street between the hours of 3:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. on any day.
(D)(C) Vehicle “jockeying” prohibition. A vehicle shall be deemed to be in
violation of parking time limitations established by appropriate official signs
installed pursuant to this subchapter, (except that the provisions shall extend
northward on Western Avenue only to Woodland Road), if it is moved with the
purpose of evading such parking time limitation to another parking space
located within 500 feet from the closest point of the parking space at which
such vehicle shall have been first parked, commonly referred to as “jockeying.”
The movement of a vehicle less than 30 minutes before or after the expiration of
said parking time limitation from one parking space to such other parking space
shall be presumed to have been moved with the purpose of evading the
parking limitation.
Penalty, see § 73.99
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Schedule XIV, entitled “No Parking Between 3:00 A.M and 5:00 A.M.” of Chapter
78, entitled "Parking and Loading Schedules" of the Lake Forest City Code is
hereby deleted in its entirety:
Schedule XIV. No Parking Between 3:00 A.M. and 5:00 A.M.
Street Side Area Ord. No. Date Passed
Atteridge Road North side 2016-57 10-3-2016
Bank Lane West side 2016-57 10-3-2016
Deerpath
North side 2016-57 10-3-2016
South side 165 East Deerpath to 2016-57 10-3-2016
Granby Road
North side 2016-57 10-3-2016
South side 2016-57 10-3-2016
Illinois Road
North side Western Avenue to 2016-57 10-3-2016
South side Green Bay Road to Western 2016-57 10-3-2016
Market Square
North side 2016-57 10-3-2016
South side Bank Lane to Western 2016-57 10-3-2016
North Gate North side Bank Lane to Forest Avenue 2016-57 10-3-2016
Oakwood
Avenue
West side Vine Avenue to Woodland
2016-57
10-3-2016
Ryan Place
North side Washington Road to 2016-57 10-3-2016
South side Western Avenue to 2016-57 10-3-2016
North side Wisconsin Avenue to 2016-57 10-3-2016
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Scott Street McKinley Road
South side McKinley Road to Wisconsin 2016-57 10-3-2016
South Gate South side 2016-57 10-3-2016
Summit Avenue East side Westminster to Woodland 2016-57 10-3-2016
Western Avenue West side North limits to Illinois Road 2016-57 10-3-2016
Wildwood
West side Illinois Road to Ryan Place 2016-57 10-3-2016
East side Ryan Place to Illinois Road 2016-57 10-3-2016
Wisconsin
Avenue
North side 2016-57 10-3-2016
South side Oakwood Avenue to 2016-57 10-3-2016
Woodlawn South side Washington Road to east
end 2016-57 10-3-2016
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THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-____
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAKE FOREST CITY CODE
REGARDING CORKAGE FEES
Adopted by the City Council
of the City of Lake Forest
this day of 2025
Published in pamphlet form by direction
and authority of The City of Lake Forest
Lake County, Illinois
this day of 2025
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THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
ORDINANCE NO. 2025 -_____
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAKE FOREST CITY CODE
REGARDING CORKAGE FEES
WHEREAS, the City of Lake Forest is a home rule, special charter municipal corporation;
and
WHEREAS, the City has adopted certain alcoholic beverage regulations designed to
protect the health, safety and welfare, which regulations are codified in Chapter 111 of the City
Code of Lake Forest, 2013 (“Liquor Code”); and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend its Liquor Code to modify provisions relating to
corkage fees for Class I-1 and Class I-2 liquor licenses, as set forth in this Ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of The City of Lake Forest,
County of Lake, and State of Illinois, as follows:
SECTION ONE: Recitals. The foregoing recitals are incorporated as the findings of the
City Council and are hereby incorporated into and made a part of this Ordinance.
SECTION TWO: Amendment to Section 111.036. Paragraphs (21) and (22) of
Subsection (A), entitled “General,” of Section 111.036 of the City Code, entitled “Local Liquor
Licenses and Fees,” are amended as follows (deletions shown in strikethrough text):
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(21) Class I-1 licenses, which shall authorize any A-4, B-1, C-1, C-2, C-3,
D-1, E-1 or F-1 licensee to permit bring-your-own-beverages to be consumed on
the licensed premises of the type permitted by the licensee’s license and to shall
impose a corkage fee relating to each container of bring-your-own-beverage of not
to exceed not less than $10 per bring-your-own-beverage container.
(22) Class I-2 licenses, which shall authorize the service and consumption
of bring-your-own-beverages on the licensed premises and shall impose a corkage
fee relating to each container of bring-your-own-beverage not to exceed of not
less than $10 per bring-your-own-beverage container. I-2 licenses shall only
authorize the service and consumption of beer and wine. Additionally, the service
and consumption of bring-your-own-beverages for purposes of a Class I-2 license
shall be deemed the sale of alcoholic liquor for purposes of § 111.043, and I-2
licenses shall only be available to those licensees who are otherwise compliant
with the law.
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SECTION THREE: Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon
its passage, approval, and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law.
Passed this ____ day of _________________________, 2025.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Approved this __ day of _________________________, 2025.
_____________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
City Clerk
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