CC_2024_08_05_AGENDATHE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Monday, August 5, 2024
220 E. Deerpath
Lake Forest, IL 60045
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 6:30 p.m.
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
2.COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER
A.Draft Strategic Plan Presentation (page 118)
-George Issakoo, Assistant City
Manager
3.OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL
4.COMMITTEE REPORTS
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
1.Storm Event Review
-Jim Lockefeer, Assistant Public Works Director and Public Works Chairman,
Ara Goshgarian
5.ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
1.Approval of the July 15, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes
A copy of the minutes can be found beginning on page 15.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of the July 15, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes
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2. Approval of the Check Register for the Period of June 29 – July 26, 2024
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:
Included in the subtotal denoted as “All other Funds” is $661,564 in Medical and Dental plan
expenditures.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of the Check Register for the Period of June 29 – July 26, 2024
3. Consideration of a Request to Waive the Fidelity Bond Requirement in Connection
with Holding a Raffle in the City of Lake Forest for the Spirit of 67 Foundation
(Approval by Motion)
Fund Invoice Payroll Total
101 General 657,952 1,878,131 2,536,083
501 Water & Sewer 128,899 229,689 358,588
220 Parks & Recreation 197,695 666,673 864,368
311 Capital Improvements 556,439 556,439
202 Motor Fuel Tax 8,429 8,429
230 Cemetery 29,646 50,928 80,575
210 Senior Resources 11,629 34,219 45,848
510 Deerpath Golf Course 4,233 2,656 6,889
601 Fleet 95,851 65,091 160,941
416 - 434 Debt Funds 0
248 Housing Trust 8,036 8,036
201 Park & Public Land 17,500 17,500
All other Funds 929,162 197,441 1,126,603
$2,645,470 $3,124,827 $5,770,297
Check Register for June 29 - July 26, 2024
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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 Spirit of 67 Foundation.
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 Spirit of 67 Foundation is requesting a waiver of the bond requirement and has
submitted a request. A copy of the request can be found beginning on page 22
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 Spirit of 67 Foundation.
(Approval by Motion)
4. Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the City of Lake Forest City Code
Regarding the Class C-1 and C-3 Liquor License (First reading and if appropriate final
approval)
STAFF CONTACT: Margaret Boyer, City Clerk, (847-810-3674)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: At the direction of the City’s Liquor Commissioner, Staff is
requesting consideration of an Ordinance amending the City’s Liquor Code to increase the
number of liquor licenses in the C-1 and C-3 Liquor license categories.
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION: The Liquor Commissioner has received a request from the
Elawa Farm Foundation, located at 1401 Middlefork Drive, who currently have a F-5 license
(limited number of events each year) and an A-2 license (limited to beer and wine packaged
sales at the Market) and would like to add the C-1 and C-3 licenses to offer consumption on
premises, indoors or outdoors.
As the Council is aware, the issuance of liquor licenses is under the purview of the City’s Liquor
Commissioner and the Mayor serves in that role. However, the City Code only authorizes a
specific number of liquor licenses and, historically, this number coincides with the current
number of licenses issued.
When new requests for liquor licenses are submitted, and after review by the Liquor
Commissioner and a determination that the Issuance of a license is appropriate, the City
Council is asked to consider an amendment to the Liquor Code to increase the number of
available licenses. In this case, the number of C -1 and C-3 Liquor licenses will increase by one.
The proposed ordinance showing the number of Class C-1and C-3 Liquor licenses can be found
beginning on page 23.
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BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact of adding additional licenses would have a positive
impact on liquor license revenues.
COUNCIL ACTION: Consideration of an Ordinance Amending the City of Lake Forest City
Code Regarding the Class C -1 and C-3 Liquor License (First reading and if appropriate final
approval)
5. Approval of a Resolution Conveying and Dedicating City Property to the State of
Illinois for the Waukegan Road and Westleigh Road Intersection Improvements
Project between the City of Lake Forest and the State of Illinois Department of
Transportation for Highway Purposes for the Sum of Zero Dollars, and Authorizing the
Mayor and City Manager to Execute Associated Documents on Behalf of the City of
Lake Forest
STAFF CONTACT: Byron Kutz, P.E., Superintendent of Engineering (810-3555)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: The Public Works Committee and staff request City Council
approval of a resolution necessary to convey and dedicate city property to the State of Illinois
as part of the upcoming Waukegan & Westleigh Road Intersection Improvements Project. The
City initiated this project and therefore is conveying and dedicating the property for the sum
of zero dollars to IDOT for highway purposes.
A separate item on tonight’s agenda related to this intersection project is the dedication and
acceptance of City property on Westleigh Road for road purposes.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: This intersection has frequent north-south rear-end collisions, as
well as left-turning collisions. This intersection is also very congested especially during events at
the West Campus. The proposed intersection improvements will improve the traffic-flow and
safety at this intersection by widening the roadway, constructing dedicated left and right turn
lanes and adding pedestrian signals, cross-walks, sidewalks, and ADA accessible curb ramps.
The proposed improvements along Waukegan Road (IL 43) include installing a dedicated left-
turn lane for northbound traffic and a dedicated right and left-turn lane for southbound traffic.
Along Westleigh Road, a dedicated left-turn lane will be added for westbound traffic. The
existing traffic signals at this intersection will also be upgraded to accommodate the
additional dedicated turning lanes. Pedestrian safety will be improved by upgrading
pedestrian signals, with new cross-walks and ADA accessible curb ramps installed throughout
the intersection.
A Phase I design for the intersection improvements was completed in 2020. The Phase II design
started in 2021 and is still in progress. In January 2022, a call for submissions was released for
federal Surface Transportation Program (STP) grant funding via the Lake County Council of
Mayors, which the City applied for and received $2,620,000 federal funding. The total cost of
the project including construction engineering is estimated at $3,275,000 with the local match
estimated at $655,000.
As mentioned above, the City initiated this project and therefore is conveying and dedicating
the property for the sum of zero dollars to IDOT for highway purposes. It is necessary to transfer
this property on Waukegan Road as the widening is necessary for the overall intersection
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improvements which are desired by the City. Although project construction is not tentatively
until Summer of 2026, it is necessary and required to complete the land acquisition portion of
the project in advance of the April 2026 State Bidding. In order to accommodate the wider
geometry on Waukegan Road (owned by the State), it is necessary for 17’ of school property
on the westside to be dedicated the State of Illinois, and 10’ of City-owned property on the
eastside to be dedicated to the State of Illinois. The School transferred their property for this
project earlier this year and now it is necessary for the City to transfer the necessary property.
This City property is currently open-space as part of the booster station. Beginning on page 68
for informational purposes is a color exhibit which portrays the land being transferred, also on
page 26 of your packet for reference are all the required IDOT documents.
PROJECT REVIEW/RECOMMENDATIONS:
Project history is shown dating back to 2020.
Reviewed Date Comments
Public Works Committee 7/1/2024 Council Approval of Property to IDOT
Public Works Committee 4/1/21
Finance Committee 11/9/2020
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: The dedication is in the sum of zero dollars and has no fiscal impact.
Has City staff obtained competitive pricing for proposed goods/services? N/A
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of a Resolution Conveying and Dedicating City Property to the
State of Illinois for the Waukegan Road and Westleigh Road Intersection Improvements Project
between the City of Lake Forest and the State of Illinois Department of Transportation for
Highway Purposes for the Sum of Zero Dollars, and Authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to
Execute Associated Documents on Behalf of the City of Lake Forest
6. Approval of an Ordinance Dedicating and Accepting City Property for the
Waukegan Road and Westleigh Road Intersection Improvements Project for Road
Purposes, and Authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to Execute Associated
Documents on Behalf of the City of Lake Forest
STAFF CONTACT: Byron Kutz, P.E., Superintendent of Engineering (810-3555)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: The Public Works Committee and staff request City Council
approval of an ordinance necessary to dedicate and accept City Property on Westleigh
Road for road purposes as part of the upcoming Waukegan & Westleigh Road Intersection
Improvements Project.
A separate item on tonight’s agenda related to this intersection project is the conveyance
and dedication of City property on Waukegan Road to IDOT as Right of Way for highway
purposes.
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BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: This intersection has frequent north-south rear-end collisions, as
well as left-turning collisions. This intersection is also very congested especially during events at
the West Campus. The proposed intersection improvements will improve the traffic-flow and
safety at this intersection by widening the roadway, constructing dedicated left and right turn
lanes and adding pedestrian signals, cross-walks, sidewalks, and ADA accessible curb ramps.
The proposed improvements along Waukegan Road (IL 43) include installing a dedicated left-
turn lane for northbound traffic and a dedicated right and left-turn lane for southbound traffic.
Along Westleigh Road, a dedicated left-turn lane will be added for westbound traffic. The
existing traffic signals at this intersection will also be upgraded to accommodate the
additional dedicated turning lanes. Pedestrian safety will be improved by upgrading
pedestrian signals, with new cross-walks and ADA accessible curb ramps installed throughout
the intersection.
A Phase I design for the intersection improvements was completed in 2020. The Phase II design
started in 2021 and is still in progress. In January 2022, a call for submissions was released for
federal Surface Transportation Program (STP) grant funding via the Lake County Council of
Mayors, which the City applied for and received $2,620,000 federal funding. The total cost of
the project including construction engineering is estimated at $3,275,000 with the local match
estimated at $655,000.
Although project construction is not tentatively until Summer of 2026, it is necessary and
required to complete the land acquisition portion of the project in advance of the April 2026
State Bidding. In order to accommodate the wider geometry on Westleigh Road (owned by
the City), it is necessary for approximately 18’ of City owned property on the northside of
Westleigh Road be dedicated and accepted for road purposes. The School transferred their
necessary property on Waukegan Road for this project earlier this year and now it is necessary
for the City to transfer the necessary property. This City property is currently open-space as
part of the booster station. Beginning on page 68 for informational purposes is a color exhibit
which portrays the land being transferred, also on page 69 of your packet for reference is the
ordinance and plat.
PROJECT REVIEW/RECOMMENDATIONS:
Project history is shown dating back to 2020.
Reviewed Date Comments
Public Works Committee 7/1/2024
Council Approval to dedicate City
Property for Road Purposes as Needed
for the Waukegan Westleigh
Public Works Committee 4/1/21
Finance Committee 11/9/2020
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: The dedication and acceptance have no fiscal impact.
Has City staff obtained competitive pricing for proposed goods/services? N/A
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COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of an Ordinance Dedicating and Accepting City Property for the
Waukegan Road and Westleigh Road Intersection Improvements Project for Road Purposes,
and Authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to Execute Associated Documents on Behalf of
the City of Lake Forest
7. Approval of a Public Works Committee Recommendation to Award of Bid for the
North Beach Pavilion Roof Replacement Project to Ridgeline Roofing in the Amount
of $35,000 to Include a 10% Contingency in the Amount of $3,500, for a Total Amount
of $38,500
STAFF CONTACT: Jim Lockefeer, Assistant Director of Public Works (810-3542)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: The Public Works Committee and City staff requests City
Council award of did for the North Beach Pavilion Roof Replacement Project to Ridgeline
Roofing in the amount of $35,000 to include a 10% contingency in the amount of $3,500, for a
total amount of $38,500.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: Originally installed in 2000, the cedar North Beach Pavilion roof
areas are at the end of their estimated useful life and need to be replaced. Typically, an
average estimated useful of a cedar roof ranged between 25 – 30 years. A challenge with this
roof and material type is its close proximity to the lake and its location in a heavily shaded
area. The shingles are consistently wet with little opportunity to dry out. This has resulted in the
fairly regular growth of moss on the roof which in turn has resulted in maintenance needs to
the roof by the Building Maintenance Section.
This replacement project was identified as a recommended priority replacement by the 2021
North Beach Pavilion facility condition assessment and by the City’s roof consulting firm, Illinois
Roofing Consulting Associates (IRCA). The replacement roof will feature architectural asphalt
shingles. This material’s application will result in far less regular maintenance needs and fits the
existing utilitarian use of the building. Architectural asphalt shingles have an estimated useful
life of 25 – 30 years.
PROJECT REVIEW/RECOMMENDATIONS:
Reviewed Date Comments
Public Works Committee 6/17/2024 Reviewed and Recommended Approval
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: On May 8, 2024, City staff and IRCA initiated a public bid process. On
May 15, 2024, a mandatory pre-bid meeting was held at the project site. On May 29, 2024, the
public bid closed and in total, five bids were received as outlined below.
Has City staff obtained competitive pricing for proposed goods/services? Yes
Firm Name Dollar Amount Bid
TOP Roofing $57,350
L. Marshall $94,000
F&G Roofing $99,500
Filotto Roofing $107,400
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Similar to all bid processes, City staff, supported by IRCA, vetted all bids received to ensure
bids were both responsive and responsible. Ridgeline Roofing followed all bidding instructions
and completed references from Glen Ellyn Park District and Woodridge Park District came
back favorable.
Below is an estimated summary of Project budget:
FY2025 Funding Source Amount Budgeted
311-5703-467.67-39 $160,000 $38,500 Y
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of a Public Works Committee Recommendation to Award of Bid
for the North Beach Pavilion Roof Replacement Project to Ridgeline Roofing in the Amount of
$35,000 to Include a 10% Contingency in the Amount of $3,500, for a Total Amount of $38,500
8. Approval to Waive the Bidding Process and Authorize a Contract to Rebuild the Soda
Kiln at Stirling Hall in the amount of $39,609.00
STAFF CONTACT: Aaron Dalzot, Program Manager (847-810-3034)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: The Parks and Recreation Board is recommending the
approval to waive the bidding process and to execute a contract with Ted Neil to rebuild our
existing soda kiln at Stirling Hall in the amount of $39,609.00.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: The soda kiln is an essential piece of equipment used by the
Stirling Hall Cultural Art Center to ensure the utmost quality and innovation in our ceramics
program. The soda kiln plays a crucial role in the creative process, allowing artists to achieve
unique and varied surface effects that are central to contemporary ceramic art. The history of
soda kilns, with their origins in the mid-20th century as a modern adaptation of salt glazing,
highlights their importance in providing environmentally friendly and aesthetically versatile
glazing techniques.
Soda kilns are utilized by our staff and artists to explore a wide range of textures and colors
that are difficult to achieve with other methods. The process of soda firing, which involves
introducing sodium carbonate into the kiln at high temperatures, requires precise control and
expertise. This ensures that our artists can produce high-quality, innovative works while
maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.
The existing soda kiln has exceeded its useful life and is inadequate for the current demands of
our operations. The preferred soda kiln provides the necessary size and durability to withstand
the demanding conditions of high-temperature firings. It also ensures the capacity to handle a
variety of projects, from large-scale pieces to intricate works. Consistency in brand and
equipment is vital for our program, as it allows for predictable and reliable results, building on
the experience and techniques developed by our artists over time.
Additionally, the rebuild of the soda kiln will make more room, allowing us to maximize the
amount of artwork that can be fired at once. This increased capacity will enable more artists
to work simultaneously, enhancing productivity and fostering a more dynamic and
collaborative creative environment.
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Investing in a new soda kiln will enable the Stirling Hall Cultural Art Center to continue fostering
creativity and excellence in ceramics. It will support our mission to provide top-tier facilities
and opportunities for our artists, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of ceramic
innovation.
PROJECT REVIEW/RECOMMENDATIONS:
Reviewed Date Comments
Park & Rec Board 7/16/24 Approved request
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: The amount of the contract to complete the soda kiln rebuild is
$39,609.00. $37,000.00 of the project costs are available in the approved FY25 Recreation
Operating budget, with the remaining $2,609.00 sourced from the Stirling Hall development
fund. Although the $2,609.00 is not currently budgeted, these funds are available and will be
transferred to offset the unbudgeted expenses. This funding source is made possible through
annual donations, specifically allocated from Mr. Stirling's contribution, which are earmarked in
a fund designated for use at Stirling Hall as necessary.
Has competitive pricing been obtained for proposed goods/services? No
If no, indicate the specific exception requested: Administrative directive 3-5 section 6.2 waiver
of procedures (requires 2/3 vote).
Staff are seeking a waiver of the bidding process to maintain consistency with existing
equipment and the lack of qualified kiln builders to complete a kiln rebuild of this kind. These
soda kilns provide uniformity for the staff, which in turn bolsters training, ease of use, and, most
importantly, the safety of participants. Additionally, this new, larger kiln will maximize the
capacity for students' art needs and meet the expectations of the artists of Lake Forest for the
program.
FY2025 Funding Source
220-8065-484.84-05 $37,000.00 $37,000.00 Y
220-8091-435.35-10 $0 $2,609.00 N
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval to Waive the Bidding Process and Authorize a Contract to
Rebuild the Soda Kiln at Stirling Hall in the amount of $39,609.00
9. Approval of a Service Contract to Libertyville Tile & Carpet for the Recreation Center
Carpet & Flooring Replacement Project in the Amount of $46,902.00 to Include a
Project Contingency in the Amount of $5,000.00, for a Grand Total Amount of
$51,902.00
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STAFF CONTACT: John Eldridge, Program Manager (810-3940)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: The Parks and Recreation Board recommends City Council
approval of a service contract to Libertyville Tile & Carpet for the Recreation Center Carpet &
Flooring Replacement Project in the amount of $46,902.00 to include a project contingency in
the amount of $5,000.00, for a grand total amount of $51,902.00.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: The Recreation Center is a City owned building located at 400
Hastings Rd.
This project scope includes replacing carpet and flooring materials that have greatly
exceeded their estimated useful life in the south entrance, viewing rooms. Men’s and
Women’s locker rooms, preschool classroom, and northeast entrance. It is estimated that the
current carpet and flooring identified to be replaced as part of this project was installed
around the year 2005. Generally, the industry standard for the estimated useful life of these
materials is ten years. Additionally, the tile located in the boys’ and girls’ restrooms of the
Kinderhaven Classroom has seen substantial wear and tear since 2005, and staff has
expressed the added benefits of installing a neutral color template to allow for multi-use. An
added benefit of replacing the current carpet with a luxury vinyl tile (LVT) product is found
within the decreased need for routine maintenance and clean up.
Libertyville Tile & Carpet has considerable municipal and commercial carpet and flooring
project experience. Additionally, Libertyville Tile & Carpet has completed numerous successful
projects for the City that includes flooring installations at the Public Safety Building, Volwiler Hall
and in the Everett School Classroom (Parks & Recreation Department Program). This work was
completed in a timely manner at a very high quality.
If approved, project work would begin in late August.
PROJECT REVIEW/RECOMMENDATIONS:
Reviewed Date Comments
Parks and Recreation Board 7/16/2024 Approved request
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: The service contract amount obtained from Libertyville Tile & Carpet
for the Recreation Center Carpet & Flooring Replacement Project is Sourcewell pricing for
both the project materials and installation services. Sourcewell, formerly National Joint Powers
Alliance, 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.
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:
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Funding Source Amount Budgeted
Operating Budget $65,000.00 $51,902.00 Y
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of a Service Contract to Libertyville Tile & Carpet for the
Recreation Center Carpet & Flooring Replacement Project in the Amount of $46,902 to
Include a Project Contingency in the Amount of $5,000.00, for a Grand Total Amount of
$51,902.
10. Consideration of the Donation of the Veterans Monument in Veterans Park from the
McKinlock Post Foundation and Directing the City Manager to Execute the Donation
Agreement. (Approval by Motion)
STAFF CONTACT: Catherine Czerniak
Director of Community Development (810-3504)
PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: Consideration of a donation from the McKinlock Post
Foundation.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: In 2023, the Lake Forest American Legion McKinlock Post
Foundation erected a monument to honor Lake Forest Veterans in all branches of the military
who have served in wars throughout the Country’s history. The monument was constructed in
the City’s Veterans Park. With the monument compete, as always anticipated, the McKinlock
Post Foundation is donating the monument to the City given its location on City owned
property.
BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT: Maintenance of the Veterans Monument will occur as part of the
regular ongoing maintenance of Veterans Park. The monument is made of highly durable
material, ongoing maintenance costs are anticipated to be negligible.
The Donation Agreement is included on beginning on page 74 of the Council packet.
COUNCIL ACTION: If desired by the City Council, approve a motion accepting the donation
of the Veterans Monument in Veterans Park from the McKinlock Post Foundation and Directing
the City Manager to Execute the Donation Agreement.
11. Consideration of Ordinances Approving Recommendations from the Building Review
Board for 1175 Old Colony Road, 632 Grandview Lane and 227 W. Onwentsia Road
(First Reading, and if Desired by the City Council, Final Approval)
STAFF CONTACT: Catherine Czerniak,
Director of Community Development (810-3504)
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PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: The following recommendations from the Building Review Board
are presented to the City Council for consideration as part of the Omnibus Agenda.
BACKGROUND
1175 Old Colony Road – The Building Review Board recommended approval of a new residence,
hardscape and landscape on a vacant lot. No public testimony was presented on this petition.
(Board vote - 5 to 0)
632 Grandview Lane – The Building Review Board recommended approval of a one story rear
addition to the residence and an expansion of the garage at the front of the home. No public
testimony was presented on this petition. (Board vote - 5 to 0)
227 W. Onwentsia Road – The Building Review Board recommended approval of a building scale
variance for additions to the existing residence and a new pool house. The Board also
recommended approval of various alterations and updates around the home. Public testimony was
presented by two neighbors requesting landscape screening along the south property line. The
Board noted that existing vegetation along the south property line will remain and will be enhanced
by additional plantings. (Board vote - 5 to 0)
Ordinances approving the petitions as recommended by the Building Review Board with key exhibits
attached are included in the Council packet beginning on page 79. The Ordinances, complete
with all exhibits, are 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 the Ordinances approving the petitions for 1175 Old Colony Road,
632 Grandview Lane and 227 W. Onwentsia Road in accordance with the Building Review
Board’s recommendations.
12. Consideration of an Ordinance Approving a Recommendation from the Zoning
Board of Appeals in Support of Zoning Variances for 1191 Prairie Avenue. (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:
1191 Prairie Avenue – The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended approval of variances to allow
expansion of a driveway within the front and corner side yard setbacks to create a small parking
pad. Two letters were received from neighboring property owners in support of the petition. (Board
vote: 6-0, approved)
The Ordinance approving the variances as recommended by the Zoning Board of Appeals, with key
exhibits attached, is included in the Council packet beginning on page 110. 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 the front and corner side
yard setbacks for an expanded driveway at 1191 Prairie Avenue in accordance with the
Zoning Board of Appeals’ recommendation.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approve the twelve (12) omnibus items as presented
6. OLD BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
8. ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
1. Adjournment into Executive Session
Reconvene
9. ADJOURNMENT
A copy of the Decision Making Parameters is included with this agenda following this page.
Office of the City Manager July 31, 2024
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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,
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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 advisory
Boards 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 Senior
Staff. The Mayor and Aldermen, and appointed members of Boards and Commissions should
address matters in a timely, deliberate, objective and process-driven manner, making decisions
guided 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 the
long-term benefit to Lake Forest's general public welfare being the highest priority.
. Fundmg decisions should support effectiveness and economy in providing services
and 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 an
annual basis and shall be included on all agendas of the City Council and Boards and Commissions.
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The City of Lake Forest
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Proceedings of the Monday, July 15, 2024 6:30 pm
Immediately following Finance Committee
City Council Meeting – City Council Chambers
220 E Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: Honorable Mayor Tack called the meeting to order at 7:03 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 Goshgarian, Alderman LeVert, Alderman Weber, and Alderman Walther.
Absent: None
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was recited by all.
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS
COMMENTS BY MAYOR
Mayor Tack thanked City staff, Friends of Lake Forest, and the Recreation Department for hosting a
wonderful festival and Fireworks on July 4, he also thanked the community for their respectful use of the
fields and for coming out to celebrate the holiday as a community.
Mayor Tack also made the following comments on the agenda item relating to 1925 Field Court.
The City has a long history of being pro-active in pursuing unique opportunities but not without careful due
diligence. We have such an opportunity before us tonight.
Although we are still very early in this process, much time and effort has already gone into due diligence efforts
to date.
This process to date began with a kernel of an idea and out of the box thinking to meet a community need, as
most recently affirmed in last year’s community survey where high quality public safety services were identified
by residents as a top priority. Since that time, alternative sites and buildings were explored, discussions with
the building owner began, and a Purchase and Sale Agreement was negotiated and ultimately considered in a
public meeting by the City Council. That unanimously approved Purchase and Sale Agreement provided for an
extended 90-day due diligence period, which was favorable to the City by industry standards. Later tonight, a
summary of the results of the extensive investigation and study completed during that 90-day period will be
presented.
Acquiring the building, if the Council decides to do so, is a very early step in this process. Determining how the
building will be built out, a timeline for doing so, considering potential uses for portions of the building that are
not needed to meet City needs, and options for financing the buildout and ongoing costs related to the building
in a manner that is consistent with financially prudent decisions made by past City Councils, will all require
further public discussions and Council action.
As is customary of Lake Forest City government, those future discussions will proceed in a thoughtful,
transparent, and inclusive manner to ensure the best possible outcome is reached.
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COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER
OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL
COMMITTEE REPORTS
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
1. Overview of Lake Woodbine Bridge Project (on omnibus)
- Byron Kutz, P.E., Superintendent of Engineering
Byron Kutz, P.E., Superintendent of Engineering gave a brief overview of the Lake Woodbine Bridge project as
it related to two items on the omnibus agenda, noting the planned use of federal funding. He shared the
planned communications methods to be used.
2. Approval to Waive the Bid Process and Award Installation of Watermain at the Deerpath and
Green Bay Roads Intersection to DiMeo Brothers, Inc., and Authorize the City Manager to
Execute an Agreement in the Amount of $234,800 to Include a 10% Contingency in the Amount
of $23,480 for a Total Cost of $258,280
Michael Thomas, Director of Public Works reported the City will undertake a streetscape project along
Deerpath Road from Oakwood to Western Avenues in spring, 2025. Part of the overall project is a locally-
funded watermain project to replace the deteriorating 8” watermain on Deerpath east of Green Bay to east of
Western with a larger 12” watermain. This FY2026 budget did not originally include any watermain
improvement work through the Green Bay Road Intersection. The professional engineering firm completing
the watermain design recently confirmed that watermain improvements through the Green Bay Road
intersection are necessary to ensure effective water pressure. The majority of the watermain project is
planned for construction in advance of the streetscape, but during planning efforts, staff identified the
magnitude of traffic impacts with the work specifically in the Green Bay intersection. Performing this work in
the Green Bay intersection will logistically be extremely challenging and will require detours and the use of
flaggers. Therefore, staff is recommending replacing the water main through the Green Bay intersection
during the second week of August of this year.
City Council had discussion on signage, access points, communications, Fire Department accessibility and
funding.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval to Waive the Bid Process and Award Installation of Watermain at the Deerpath
and Green Bay Roads Intersection to DiMeo Brothers, Inc., and Authorize the City Manager to Execute an
Agreement in the Amount of $234,800 to Include a 10% Contingency in the Amount of $23,480 for a Total
Cost of $258,280
Alderman Notz made a motion to waive the Bid Process and Award Installation of Watermain at the Deerpath
and Green Bay Roads Intersection to DiMeo Brothers, Inc., and Authorize the City Manager to Execute an
Agreement in the Amount of $234,800 to Include a 10% Contingency in the Amount of $23,480 for a Total
Cost of $258,280, seconded by Alderman Walther. The following voted “Aye”: Alderman Novit, Clemens, Notz,
Powers, Goshgarian, LeVert, Weber, and Walther. The following voted “Nay”: none. 8-Ayes, 0-Nays, motion
carried.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
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1. GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award Presentation
Eileen Looby Weber, Finance Committee Chairman reported that The City has received notification that it has
once again been awarded the Government Finance Officers Association Certificate of Achievement for
Excellence in Financial Reporting for its FY23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The Certificate of
Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial
reporting, and its attainment is a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. The City
has received this prestigious award for the 45th consecutive year.
In addition to the Certificate of Achievement, an Award of Financial Reporting Achievement is presented by
the GFOA to the individual designated as instrumental in their government unit’s achievement of the
Certificate. I am pleased to present this award to Diane Hall, Assistant Finance Director. In Illinois, 329
organizations received the award – 4.7% of the total 6,963 units of government in the state.
***PUBLIC HEARING ON THE CITY’S ANNUAL APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE***
OPEN PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor Tack asked for a motion to open the Public Hearing.
Alderman Novit made a motion to open the Public Heating, seconded by Alderman Weber. The following
voted “Aye”: Alderman Novit, Clemens, Notz, Powers, Goshgarian, LeVert, Weber, and Walther. The following
voted “Nay“: None. 8-Ayes, 0 Nays, motion carried.
Mayor Tack opened the Public hearing at 7:25
1. Consideration of the Annual Appropriation Ordinance for FY2025 and Approval of Rollovers
(Final Reading – Public Hearing Required)
Elizabeth Holleb, Finance Director, reported while the annual municipal budget represents the City’s financial
“plan” for expenditures over the course of the fiscal year, the annual Appropriation Ordinance is the formal
legal mechanism by which the City Council authorizes the expenditure of public funds. It appropriates specific
sums of money by object and purpose. State statutes require the passage of an Appropriation Ordinance by
July 31 each year. Ms. Holleb stated that the rollovers are requested to eliminate under and over budgeting of
funds in the new fiscal year. The Appropriations Ordinance provides for a 10% “contingency” above the
budgeted expenditures for each fund, allowing to approve unbudgeted expenditures based on unanticipated
events.
Mayor Tack asked the Council if there were any questions. Seeing none he offered the opportunity for public
comment. Seeing none, he asked for a motion.
COUNCIL ACTION: Conduct a public hearing on the City’s FY2025 Annual Appropriation Ordinance. Upon
closing the public hearing, it is recommended that the City Council consider approval of the final reading of
the Ordinance (page 33) and the rollovers. A copy of the ordinance is available for review by the public in the
City Clerk’s office.
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
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Mayor Tack asked for a motion to close the Public Hearing.
Alderman Notz made a motion to close the Public Hearing, seconded by Alderman Clemens. The following
voted “Aye”: Alderman Novit, Clemens, Notz, Powers, Goshgarian, LeVert, Weber, and Walther. The following
voted “Nay“: None. 8-Ayes, 0 Nays, motion carried.
Mayor Tack closed the Public hearing at 7:30
2. Approval of an additional FY24 Transfer out of the General Fund as directed by the City Council
in the Amount of $1.1 Million to Fund One-Time Expenditures, to be determined at a later
date.
Elizabeth Holleb, Finance Director reported that staff requests City Council approval of an additional transfer
of $1.1 million from the General Fund due to an operating surplus for Fiscal Year 2024 higher than projected.
The July 15 meeting is the final meeting the City Council could authorize any change in the City’s FY24
financials. Direction from the City Council as to the specific use of the funds would be determined at a later
date, but direction is needed at this time related to the specific funds to receive the additional transfer.
With General Fund reserves healthy, the additional funds could be used for a variety of one-time purposes.
Staff is recommending that the City Council transfer the additional surplus to the Capital Improvements Fund.
The proposed transfer would make additional funds available for the City Council’s consideration of future
capital expenditures to be reviewed in November 2024.
The City Council asked for clarification regarding the Capital Fund.
Mayor Tack asked the public if there was anyone who would like to comment. Seeing none, he asked for a
motion.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approval of an additional FY24 Transfer out of the General Fund as directed by the City
Council in the Amount of $1.1 Million to Fund One-Time Expenditures, to be determined at a later date
Alderman Weber made a motion to approve of an additional FY24 Transfer out of the General Fund as
directed by the City Council in the Amount of $1.1 Million to Fund One-Time Expenditures, to be determined
at a later date, seconded by Alderman Clemens. The following voted “Aye”: Alderman Novit, Clemens, Notz,
Powers, Goshgarian, LeVert, Weber, and Walther. The following voted “Nay“: None. 8-Ayes, 0 Nays, motion
carried.
ITEMS FOR OMNIBUS VOTE CONSIDERATION
1. Approval of the June 17, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes
2. Approval of the July 1, 2024, City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes
3. Approval of the Check Register for the Period of May 25 – June 28, 2024
4. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Lake Forest and Lake Forest
Library
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5. Approve the Purchase of Starcom Radios, Equipment and Programming in the Amount of
$124,816 for the Fire Department from State Bid Vendor Motorola Solutions.
6. Approval to Award a Contract to Zenon Environmental Corporation to Purchase Replacement
Membrane Modules Included in the FY ’25 Budget, in the amount of $124,000 and $30,000 for
Spare Membrane Train Parts, for a Total of $154,000
7. Approval of Expenditures Related to the Deerpath Bridge Abutments and Rt.41 Ramps
Landscaping Project in the Amount of $45,884
8. Approval of a Purchase to Replace a Skid Steer Loader to Burris Equipment in the Amount of
$99,277
9. Approval of Phase I Design Engineering Services for the Westleigh Road Resurfacing Project to
Strand Associates, Inc., and Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement in the
Amount of $87,030 to Include a 5% Contingency in the Amount of $4,352 for a Total Cost of
$91,382
10. Approval of Phase III Construction Engineering Services for the Lake Woodbine Bridge Project
to Civiltech Engineering, Inc., and Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement in the
Amount of $342,565 to Include a 5% Contingency in the Amount of $17,128 for a Total Cost of
$359,693
11. Approval of a Resolution for a Joint Funding Agreement for Federally Funded Construction with
the state of Illinois Department of Transportation for Construction of the Lake Woodbine
Bridge Project, Section Number 12-00094-00-BR, for a Local Match Estimated at $855,000, and
Authorize the City Manager to Execute Required Agreements and Additional Paperwork as
Required by IDOT Related to Work on This Project
12. Award of the Low Bid for the 2024 Inflow and Infiltration Repairs to Visu-Sewer, LLC., and
Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement in the Amount of $351,421 as well as
Approving a Contingency in the Amount of $8,579 for a Total Cost of $360,000
COUNCIL ACTION: Approve the twelve (12) omnibus items as presented
Alderman Walther made a motion to approve the twelve (12) Omnibus items as presented, seconded by
Alderman Novit. The following voted “Aye”: Alderman Novit, Clemens, Notz, Powers, Goshgarian, LeVert,
Weber, and Walther. The following voted “Nay”: none. 8-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
1. Continued Consideration of Acquisition of the Building and Property at 1925 Field Court as
Provided for in the Previously Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement for Adaptive Reuse as a
New City of Lake Forest Police Facility. (By Motion)
Jason Wicha, City Manager shared a presentation agenda and reviewed why and how the Council arrived to
today with the unique financial opportunity. Mr. Wicha went on to share potential project milestones
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including beginning the request for proposals on design. The process for the building will follow the traditional
methods, including an advisory group. Mike Lange, Interim Police Chief reviewed current operational
challenges and opportunities. Justin Johnson of the Concord Group reviewed the facility condition assessment
report to say that all areas are done to standard, and that the assessment results in approximately 35 million
in assets. The City Council had discussion on 10-year replacement costs, useful life, deferred maintenance and
how to better manage costs. Ray Leigh of FGM Architects gave a high-level summary of construction costs for
2025, did a comparison of need vs. nice to have, along with an overview of savings. The City Council had
discussion on alternative sites, labor and material shortages. Other projects of FGM were reviewed. Elizabeth
Holleb, Finance Director stated that all numbers are estimates and will be refined over the next year. Jim
Lockefeer, Assistant Public Works Director reviewed ongoing estimated operating costs. Ms. Holleb gave a
review of operating budget impacts. The City Council had discussion on economies of scale, price per square
foot, tenant costs and overall maintenance and operation costs for the building. Ms. Holleb went on to give a
high-level overview of costs both long and short term, she stated that the 3.5 million cost is not budgeted,
however funds are available. She reviewed the self-limiting ordinance that sets a cap on total funds levied. The
City Council had discussion on bonding, amendment to the ordinance, debt service, cost per household, bond
duration and other maturity dates for existing bonds, school District bond timing.
City Manager Wicha shared that the Conway Business Park Owners support the Police Department, he then
reviewed the Council’s choices of action for the item. The City Council had discussion on space needs
assessments, other vacated spaces, Fire Department renovations, the generational decision for the City, the
process, communications, surface costs, comparable projects, SRO’s and tax bill impacts.
Mayor Tack asked if anyone from the public would like to comment.
Susan Daley offered her comments to the Council in opposition of the project.
John Turkla offered his comments to the Council in opposition of the project.
Tom Cranz offered his comments to the Council in opposition of the project.
Seeing no further public comments, Mayor Tack asked Council for final comments. The City Council noted the
long-standing needs of both the Police and Fire Departments and this purchase is step one in a multi phased
process. Future opportunities for public involvement, challenges and opportunities
Mayor Tack asked for a motion to direct the City Manager to take all necessary steps to facilitate the closing
on the purchase of 1925 Field Court and authorize the expenditure of non-budgeted funds in an amount not
to exceed $3,500,000 plus associated closing in accordance with the previously approved Purchase and Sale
Agreement
COUNCIL ACTION: By motion, direct the City Manager to take all necessary steps to facilitate the closing on
the purchase of 1925 Field Court and authorize the expenditure of non-budgeted funds in an amount not to
exceed $3,500,000 plus associated closing in accordance with the previously approved Purchase and Sale
Agreement.
Alderman Notz made a motion to direct the City Manager to take all necessary steps to facilitate the closing
on the purchase of 1925 Field Court and authorize the expenditure of non-budgeted funds in an amount not
to exceed $3,500,000 plus associated closing in accordance with the previously approved Purchase and Sale
Agreement., seconded by Alderman Clemens. The following voted “Aye”: Alderman Novit, Clemens, Notz,
Powers, Goshgarian, LeVert, Weber, and Walther. The following voted “Nay”: none. 8-Ayes, 0-Nays, motion
carried.
NEW BUSINESS
ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR COUNCIL DISCUSSION/COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business Mayor Tack asked for a motion to adjourn. Alderman Weber made a motion
to adjourn, seconded by Alderman Walther. Motion carried unanimously by voice vote at 9:17 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Margaret Boyer, 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.
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THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-____
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAKE FOREST CITY CODE REGARDING
THE CLASS C-1 and C-3 LIQUOR LICENSES
Adopted by the City Council
of the City of Lake Forest
this day of 2024
Published in pamphlet form by direction
and authority of The City of Lake Forest
Lake County, Illinois
this day of 2024
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THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
ORDINANCE NO. 2024 -_____
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAKE FOREST CITY CODE REGARDING
THE CLASS C-1 and C-3 LIQUOR LICENSES
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”);
WHEREAS, The City of Lake Forest desires to amend its Liquor Code to increase the
number of liquor licenses in the C-1 and C-3 categories to accommodate an application filed by
a local entity for a restaurant operation; and
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 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 111.037. Section 111.037 of the City Code,
entitled “Number of Licenses,” is amended as follows (deletions in strikethrough and additions in
bold and underline):
Ҥ111.037 NUMBER OF LICENSES.
(A) The number of liquor licenses issued by the city shall be limited as follows:
Class Maximum Number of Licenses Authorized
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C-2 11
C-3 18 19
D-1 5
E-1 2
F-2 As many as determined reasonable by the Commissioner
F-3 As many as determined reasonable by the Commissioner
F-4 As many as determined reasonable by the Commissioner
F-5 1
F-6 3
G-1 3
G-2 2
I-1 No more than the total number of Class B-1, C-1, C-2, C-3, D-1,
E-1 and F-1 licenses issued by the city
I-3 As many as determined reasonable by the Commissioner
J 1
K 1
(B) Without further action of the City Council, the maximum number of licenses in
any class shall be automatically reduced by one upon the expiration, revocation
or non-renewal of an existing license in any such license class.”
SECTION FIVE: 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 _________________________, 2024.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Approved this __ day of _________________________, 2024.
_____________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
City Clerk
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Owner: The City of Lake Forest
Route: IL 43 (FAU 2706)
Section: @ Westleigh Road
County: Lake
Project No.: 13-00095-00-CH
Job No.: R-91-001-23
Parcel No.: 0002
P.I.N. No.: 16-06-200-030
CERTIFIED RESOLUTION
(Governmental Entity)
I, ___________________________, ___________________________ of The City of
Lake Forest, a governmental entity organized and existing under the laws of the State of Illinois,
including without limitation, city, village, incorporated town, county, park district, or township, do
hereby certify that:
1. The following is a true and correct copy of a resolution adopted by the Council or
Board of said governmental entity, a quorum of its members, trustees, or commissioners being
present at a meeting held of the _____ day of _______________________, 20___, and
2. The resolution has not been amended or revoked and is in full force and effect.
Resolved that ___________________________, the ___________________________
and ___________________________, the ___________________________ of the Council or
Board of the above-referenced governmental entity are hereby authorized and directed to
convey Lake County,
Illinois to the People of the State of Illinois, Department of Transportation for highway purposes
for the sum of $ Zero and no/100 Dollars ($0.00):
See attached legal description.
Further resolved that they are authorized and directed to execute and deliver such
instruments as may be necessary or convenient to consummate such sale.
Further resolved that the members, aldermen, trustees or commissioners of the Council
or Board of the governmental entity or electors of the governmental entity, pursuant to 50 ILCS
605/4 voted for the adoption of this resolution as follows: AYE _____; NAY _____; ABSENT
_____
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By: ____________________________________
Signature
____________________________________
Print Name and Title
State of __________________________ )
) ss
County of _________________________ )
This instrument was acknowledged before me on _________________, 20___, by
____________________________________, as ______________________ of The City of
Lake Forest.
(SEAL)
______________________________________
Notary Public
My Commission Expires: _________________
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ROUTE: ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 (FAU 2706)
SECTION: 13-00095-00-CH
COUNTY: LAKE
JOB NUMBER: R-91-001-23
PARCEL NUMBER: 0002
STATION: 424+63.16 TO 431+20.20
P.I.N.: 16-06-200-030
THAT PART OF THE WEST HALF OF LOT ONE (1) IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF
SECTION SIX (6), TOWNSHIP FORTY-THREE (43) NORTH, RANGE 12 (12) EAST OF THE
THIRD P.M., IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BEARINGS AND DISTANCES BASED ON THE
ILLINOIS STATE PLANE COORDINATE SYSTEM, EAST ZONE, NAD83 (2011
ADJUSTMENT), WITH A COMBINED FACTOR OF 0.9999448, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE
NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 27
SECONDS EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE AFORESAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF
THE NORTHEAST QUARTER 730.29 FEET TO A POINT IN THE EXISTING CENTER LINE OF
ILLINOIS ROUTE 43, SAID POINT BEING ON A 17189.00 FOOT RADIUS CURVE, CHORD
BEARING NORTH 06 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 14 SECONDS EAST, CHORD LENGTH OF 332.39
FEET; THENCE NORTHEASERLY ALONG SAID CENTER LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 HAVING A
RADIUS OF 17189.00 FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 332.40 FEET; THENCE NORTH 06
DEGREES 48 MINUTES 28 SECONDS EAST TO A POINT OF CURVATURE ALONG SAID CENTER
LINE OF ILLINIOS ROUTE 43 FOR A DISTANCE OF 359.10 FEET; THENCE NORTHEASERLY
ALONG A TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE EAST HAVING A RADIUS OF 2595.10 FEET,
CHORD BEARING SOUTH 06 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 18 SECONDS WEST, CHORD DISTANCE
OF 14.85 FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 14.85 FEET ALONG THE AFORESAID CENTER LINE;
THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 05 SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 40.00
FEET TO A POINT ON THE EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43
FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE CONTINUING SOUTH 83 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 05
SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 10.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG A
TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE WEST. HAVING A RADIUS OF 2545.10 FEET, CHORD
BEARING SOUTH 06 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 31 SECONDS WEST, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF
14.89 FEET TO A POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE SOUTH 06 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 28
SECONDS WEST ALONG A LINE PARALLEL WITH SAID EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY
LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 A DISTANCE OF 359.10 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG
A TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE WEST ALONG A LINE PARALLEL WITH SAID
EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 HAVING A RADIUS OF 17139.00
FEET, CHORD BEARING SOUTH 06 DEGREES 20 MINUTES 11 SECONDS WEST, CHORD
LENGTH 282.00 FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 282.00 FEET TO A POINT ON SAID EASTERLY
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43; THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 27 MINUTES 20
SECONDS WEST A DISTANCE OF 12.63 FEET TO A BEND POINT ON SAID EXISTING EASTERLY
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG A NON
TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE EAST ON SAID EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY
LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 SAID CURVE HAVING A RADIUS OF 17149.00 FEET, CHORD
BEARING NORTH 06 DEGREES 20 MINUTES 57 SECONDS EAST, CHORD DISTANCE OF 274.44
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FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 274.45 TO A POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE NORTH 06
DEGREES 48 MINUTES 28 SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 359.10 FEET TO A POINT OF
CURVATURE; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG A TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE
EAST ON SAID EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 SAID CURVE
HAVING A RADIUS OF 2555.10 FEET, CHORD BEARING NORTH 06 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 29
SECONDS EAST, CHORD DISTANCE OF 14.88 FEET, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 14.88 FEET TO THE
POINT OF BEGINNING.
SAID PARCEL CONTAINING 0.150 ACRES, MORE OR LESS.
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Owner: The City of Lake Forest
Route: IL 43 (FAU 2706)
Section: @ Westleigh Road
County: Lake
Project No.: 13-00095-00-CH
Job No.: R-91-001-23
Parcel No.: 0002
P.I.N. No.: 16-06-200-030
WARRANTY DEED
(Governmental Entity) (Non-Freeway)
The City of Lake Forest, a governmental entity organized and existing under the laws of
Illinois and duly authorized to do business in Illinois, for and in consideration of the benefits
resulting from the construction and maintenance of the highway referred to herein, and pursuant
to the provisions of 50 ILCS 605/4, grants, conveys, and warrants to the People of the State of
Illinois, Department of Transportation, (Grantee), the following described real estate in Lake
County, Illinois:
See attached legal description.
Address: 1030 W. Westleigh Rd., Lake Forest, IL 60045
Grantor does not possess rights of Homestead in the premises.
Grantor, without limiting the interest above granted and conveyed, acknowledges that upon
payment of the agreed consideration, all claims arising out of the above acquisition have been
settled, including without limitation, any diminution in value to any remaining property of the
Grantor caused by the opening, improving and using the premises for highway purposes. This
acknowledgment does not waive any claim for trespass or negligence against the Grantee or
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Dated this day of , 20___.
The City of Lake Forest
By: ___________________________________
Signature
Print Name and Title
ATTEST:
By: _______________________________________
Signature
Print Name and Title
State of __________________________ )
) ss
County of _________________________ )
This instrument was acknowledged before me on _________________, 20___, by
____________________________________, as _____________________________________
and ________________________________, as _____________________________________
of The City of Lake Forest, a governmental entity organized and existing under the laws of
Illinois.
(SEAL)
______________________________________
Notary Public
My Commission Expires: _________________
Exempt under 35 ILCS 200/31-45(b), Real Estate Transfer Tax Law.
Date Buyer, Seller or Representative
This instrument was prepared by and after recording, mail this instrument and future tax bills to:
Illinois Department of Transportation
ATTN: Bureau of Land Acquisition
201 Center Court, Schaumburg, IL 60196-1096
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ROUTE: ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 (FAU 2706)
SECTION: 13-00095-00-CH
COUNTY: LAKE
JOB NUMBER: R-91-001-23
PARCEL NUMBER: 0002
STATION: 424+63.16 TO 431+20.20
P.I.N.: 16-06-200-030
THAT PART OF THE WEST HALF OF LOT ONE (1) IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF
SECTION SIX (6), TOWNSHIP FORTY-THREE (43) NORTH, RANGE 12 (12) EAST OF THE
THIRD P.M., IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BEARINGS AND DISTANCES BASED ON THE
ILLINOIS STATE PLANE COORDINATE SYSTEM, EAST ZONE, NAD83 (2011
ADJUSTMENT), WITH A COMBINED FACTOR OF 0.9999448, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE
NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 27
SECONDS EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE AFORESAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF
THE NORTHEAST QUARTER 730.29 FEET TO A POINT IN THE EXISTING CENTER LINE OF
ILLINOIS ROUTE 43, SAID POINT BEING ON A 17189.00 FOOT RADIUS CURVE, CHORD
BEARING NORTH 06 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 14 SECONDS EAST, CHORD LENGTH OF 332.39
FEET; THENCE NORTHEASERLY ALONG SAID CENTER LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 HAVING A
RADIUS OF 17189.00 FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 332.40 FEET; THENCE NORTH 06
DEGREES 48 MINUTES 28 SECONDS EAST TO A POINT OF CURVATURE ALONG SAID CENTER
LINE OF ILLINIOS ROUTE 43 FOR A DISTANCE OF 359.10 FEET; THENCE NORTHEASERLY
ALONG A TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE EAST HAVING A RADIUS OF 2595.10 FEET,
CHORD BEARING SOUTH 06 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 18 SECONDS WEST, CHORD DISTANCE
OF 14.85 FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 14.85 FEET ALONG THE AFORESAID CENTER LINE;
THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 05 SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 40.00
FEET TO A POINT ON THE EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43
FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE CONTINUING SOUTH 83 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 05
SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 10.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG A
TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE WEST. HAVING A RADIUS OF 2545.10 FEET, CHORD
BEARING SOUTH 06 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 31 SECONDS WEST, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF
14.89 FEET TO A POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE SOUTH 06 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 28
SECONDS WEST ALONG A LINE PARALLEL WITH SAID EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY
LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 A DISTANCE OF 359.10 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG
A TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE WEST ALONG A LINE PARALLEL WITH SAID
EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 HAVING A RADIUS OF 17139.00
FEET, CHORD BEARING SOUTH 06 DEGREES 20 MINUTES 11 SECONDS WEST, CHORD
LENGTH 282.00 FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 282.00 FEET TO A POINT ON SAID EASTERLY
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43; THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 27 MINUTES 20
SECONDS WEST A DISTANCE OF 12.63 FEET TO A BEND POINT ON SAID EXISTING EASTERLY
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG A NON
TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE EAST ON SAID EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY
LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 SAID CURVE HAVING A RADIUS OF 17149.00 FEET, CHORD
BEARING NORTH 06 DEGREES 20 MINUTES 57 SECONDS EAST, CHORD DISTANCE OF 274.44
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FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 274.45 TO A POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE NORTH 06
DEGREES 48 MINUTES 28 SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 359.10 FEET TO A POINT OF
CURVATURE; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG A TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE
EAST ON SAID EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 SAID CURVE
HAVING A RADIUS OF 2555.10 FEET, CHORD BEARING NORTH 06 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 29
SECONDS EAST, CHORD DISTANCE OF 14.88 FEET, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 14.88 FEET TO THE
POINT OF BEGINNING.
SAID PARCEL CONTAINING 0.150 ACRES, MORE OR LESS.
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Receipt for Donation
Owner: The City of Lake Forest
Job No.: R-91-001-23
Parcel No.: 0002
The People of the State of Illinois, Department of Transportation (Grantee) acknowledges receipt of
Donation of Right of Way covering 0.150 / 6534 acres/square feet dated _______________, 20___, in Lake
County, State of Illinois as right of way for IL 43 (FAU 2706), and executed by the undersigned Grantor for the
parcel referenced above.
Grantor and Grantee agree as follows:
1. All improvements located, wholly or partially, on the parcel being conveyed shall become the property
of the State of Illinois, unless provided as follows: None.
2. Grantor and Grantee agree that possession and transfer of legal title to Grantee occurs when title has
been reviewed and approved by Grantee in accordance with Section 9.02 of the Illinois State Finance
Act. The Grantor also agrees to protect, preserve and maintain the property and improvements
purchased by Grantee until delivery of possession to Grantee, and this shall be the sole responsibility
of the Grantor until such time.
3. This Receipt and conveyance documents are the entire and exclusive agreement between the parties
and supersede any written or oral understanding promise or agreement, directly or indirectly related to
the donation of the parcel and improvements. The parties agree that any changes to this Receipt may
only be made in writing and signed by the parties.
The City of Lake Forest
By: ______________________________________
Signature
______________________________________
Print Name and Title
Receipt of the donation executed by this Grantor is acknowledged.
Date for Illinois Department of Transportation
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ROUTE: ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 (FAU 2706)
SECTION: 13-00095-00-CH
COUNTY: LAKE
JOB NUMBER: R-91-001-23
PARCEL NUMBER: 0002
STATION: 424+63.16 TO 431+20.20
P.I.N.: 16-06-200-030
THAT PART OF THE WEST HALF OF LOT ONE (1) IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF
SECTION SIX (6), TOWNSHIP FORTY-THREE (43) NORTH, RANGE 12 (12) EAST OF THE
THIRD P.M., IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BEARINGS AND DISTANCES BASED ON THE
ILLINOIS STATE PLANE COORDINATE SYSTEM, EAST ZONE, NAD83 (2011
ADJUSTMENT), WITH A COMBINED FACTOR OF 0.9999448, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE
NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 27
SECONDS EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE AFORESAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF
THE NORTHEAST QUARTER 730.29 FEET TO A POINT IN THE EXISTING CENTER LINE OF
ILLINOIS ROUTE 43, SAID POINT BEING ON A 17189.00 FOOT RADIUS CURVE, CHORD
BEARING NORTH 06 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 14 SECONDS EAST, CHORD LENGTH OF 332.39
FEET; THENCE NORTHEASERLY ALONG SAID CENTER LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 HAVING A
RADIUS OF 17189.00 FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 332.40 FEET; THENCE NORTH 06
DEGREES 48 MINUTES 28 SECONDS EAST TO A POINT OF CURVATURE ALONG SAID CENTER
LINE OF ILLINIOS ROUTE 43 FOR A DISTANCE OF 359.10 FEET; THENCE NORTHEASERLY
ALONG A TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE EAST HAVING A RADIUS OF 2595.10 FEET,
CHORD BEARING SOUTH 06 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 18 SECONDS WEST, CHORD DISTANCE
OF 14.85 FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 14.85 FEET ALONG THE AFORESAID CENTER LINE;
THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 05 SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 40.00
FEET TO A POINT ON THE EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43
FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE CONTINUING SOUTH 83 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 05
SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 10.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG A
TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE WEST. HAVING A RADIUS OF 2545.10 FEET, CHORD
BEARING SOUTH 06 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 31 SECONDS WEST, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF
14.89 FEET TO A POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE SOUTH 06 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 28
SECONDS WEST ALONG A LINE PARALLEL WITH SAID EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY
LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 A DISTANCE OF 359.10 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG
A TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE WEST ALONG A LINE PARALLEL WITH SAID
EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 HAVING A RADIUS OF 17139.00
FEET, CHORD BEARING SOUTH 06 DEGREES 20 MINUTES 11 SECONDS WEST, CHORD
LENGTH 282.00 FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 282.00 FEET TO A POINT ON SAID EASTERLY
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43; THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 27 MINUTES 20
SECONDS WEST A DISTANCE OF 12.63 FEET TO A BEND POINT ON SAID EXISTING EASTERLY
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG A NON
TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE EAST ON SAID EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY
LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 SAID CURVE HAVING A RADIUS OF 17149.00 FEET, CHORD
BEARING NORTH 06 DEGREES 20 MINUTES 57 SECONDS EAST, CHORD DISTANCE OF 274.44
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FEET, FOR AN ARC LENGTH OF 274.45 TO A POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE NORTH 06
DEGREES 48 MINUTES 28 SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 359.10 FEET TO A POINT OF
CURVATURE; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG A TANGENTIAL CURVE CONCAVE TO THE
EAST ON SAID EXISTING EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ILLINOIS ROUTE 43 SAID CURVE
HAVING A RADIUS OF 2555.10 FEET, CHORD BEARING NORTH 06 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 29
SECONDS EAST, CHORD DISTANCE OF 14.88 FEET, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 14.88 FEET TO THE
POINT OF BEGINNING.
SAID PARCEL CONTAINING 0.150 ACRES, MORE OR LESS.
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Route: IL 43 (FAU 2706)
Section: @ Westleigh Road
County: Lake
Project No.: 13-00095-00-CH
Job No.: R-91-001-23
Parcel: 0002
June 28, 2024
Dr. Stanford "Randy" Tack
The City of Lake Forest
800 N. Field Dr.
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Dear Dr. Tack:
The Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Highways (IDOT)
proposes to improve the intersection the intersection of Illinois Route 43 at
Westleigh Road in Lake Forest, IL. This improvement requires the acquisition
of the above referenced parcel consisting of:
0.150 / 6534 acres/square feet of land as fee simple
In order to comply with state and federal policies we must inform you of your
right to have the required property appraised and to receive compensation in
the full amount of the approved appraisal. You may, if you so desire, donate
the necessary right of way.
Sincerely,
Jose Rios, P.E.
Region One Engineer
By: Omolara Johnson
Omolara Johnson
Bureau Chief of Land Acquisition
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Dated:_____________________
I recognize my right to an appraisal and compensation in the full amount of the approved
appraisal. However, I wish to donate the necessary right of way.
The City of Lake Forest
___________________________________
Signature
___________________________________
Print Name & Title
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Statement of Compliance with the Public Officers Prohibited Activities Act
(50 ILCS 105/3.1)
CHECK ONE
Grantor has not received and will not receive a non-monetary benefit from the
Illinois Department of Transportation (for example, an added improvement, re-
built or relocated improvement or any other valuable service) in exchange for the
donation of this parcel.
OR
Grantor has received or will receive a non-monetary benefit from the Illinois
Department of Transportation in exchange for the donation of this parcel. To
comply with 50 ILCS 105/3.1, Grantor shall disclose, in writing, all owners,
beneficiaries, etc. of this parcel.
The City of Lake Forest
___________________________________
Signature
___________________________________
Print Name & Title
Confirmed:
Illinois Department of Transportation Representative
____________________________________
By: ________________________________
____________________________________
Date
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Affidavit of Title
Owner: The City of Lake Forest
Address: 1030 W. Westleigh Rd., Lake Forest, IL 60045
Route: IL 43 (FAU 2706)
Section: @ Westleigh Road
County: Lake
Project:
Job No. R-91-001-23
Parcel No. 0002
P.I.N. No. 16-06-200-030
State of Illinois )
) ss.
County of Lake )
I, __________________________, ___________________________________, being first duly sworn
upon oath states as follows:
1. Affiant has personal knowledge of the facts averred herein.
2. There are no parties other than Grantor in possession of any portion of the premises described in
record.
There are no parties other than Grantor and the parties listed below in possession of any portion
, lease, oral or written, or
otherwise, whether or not of record:
______________________________________________________________________________
3. This affidavit is made to provide factual representation as a basis for the State of Illinois to accept a
document of conveyance for the premises described in said conveyance, the premises being a portion
of or all of the above described premises, from the record owners thereof.
4. The affiant has no knowledge of any driveway agreements, encroachments, overlaps, or boundary line
disputes involving the premises to be conveyed.
5.
Vacant and unimproved Agricultural and unimproved
Improved and
(A) There have been no improvements made or contracted for on the premises within six (6)
lien could accrue or has accrued, and
(B) To the best of my knowledge all improvements now on the premises comply with all local
building and zoning ordinances.
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6. There are no chattel mortgages, conditional sales contracts or financing statements existing on or in
connection with the premises to be conveyed which are not shown by the public records.
7. There are no taxes or special assessments which are not shown as existing liens by the public records
involving the premises described in Exhibit A.
8. Per 50 ILCS 105/3.1, the identities of all owners and beneficiaries having an interest in the premise to
be conveyed are as follows (check applicable box(es) and complete information requested):
Individual. Individual owner of the property is:
Nonprofit Organization. There is no individual or other organization receiving distributable
income from the organization.
Public Organization, including units of local government. There is no individual or other
organization receiving distributable income from the organization.
Publicly-Traded Corporation. There is no readily known shareholder having more than 7-1/2%
of the total distribution income of the corporation.
Corporation, Partnership, Limited Liability Company. Those entitled to receive more than 7-
1/2% of the total distributable income of said entity are as follows:
Name Address
*1.
2.
3.
4.
Land Trust or Declaration of Trust. The identity of each beneficiary of Grantor Trust is as
follows:
Name Address
*1.
2.
3.
4.
* IF THE INITIAL DISCLOSURES SHOW INTERESTS HELD BY ANOTHER CORPORATION,
PARTNERSHIP, LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, OR TRUST, THEN FURTHER DISCLOSURES SHOULD
BE PROVIDED UNTIL THE NAMES OF INDIVIDUALS OWNING THE INTEREST IN THE ENTITY ARE
DISCLOSED.
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Dated this _____ day of _______________, 20____.
By: ___________________________________
Print Name and Title if applicable
State of ______________________ )
) ss.
County of _____________________ )
This instrument was acknowledged before me on __________________, 20____, by
_______________________________.
(SEAL) ___________________________________________
Notary Public
My Commission Expires: _______________________
NOTE: THIS AFFIDAVIT MAY BE EXECUTED AND ACKNOWLEDGED ON BEHALF OF THE RECORD
OWNER(S) BY ANY ONE OF THE RECORD OWNERS, OFFICERS, MANAGERS, PARTNERS,
OR TRUSTEES HAVING KNOWLEDGE OF THE FACTS IN THIS AFFIDAVIT.
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Waukegan and Westleigh Exhibit for Informational Purposes Only: Summary of Land Transfers
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THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
ORDINANCE NO. 2024 – ________
AN ORDINANCE DEDICATING AND ACCEPTING CITY PROPERTY AS PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-
WAY
Adopted by the City Council
of the City of Lake Forest
this day of 2024
Published in pamphlet form by direction
and authority of The City of Lake Forest
Lake County, Illinois
this day of 2024
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THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
ORDINANCE NO. 2024 -
AN ORDINANCE DEDICATING AND ACCEPTING
CITY PROPERTY AS PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
WHEREAS, the City of Lake Forest (“City”) is a home rule, special charter municipal
corporation existing in accordance with the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, the City holds title to that certain real property located at the northeast corner
of the intersection of Westleigh Road and Waukegan Road (the “Subject Property”); and
WHEREAS, the portions of Westleigh Road and Waukegan Road near the Subject
Property are public rights-of-way under the jurisdiction of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to construct improvements to the intersection of Westleigh
Road and Waukegan Road, including the addition of a right turn lane (the “Intersection
Improvements”); and
WHEREAS, in order to facilitate the Intersection Improvements, a portion of the Subject
Property needs to be incorporated into the City’s public right-of-way along the north side of
Westleigh Road, as more fully depicted on the Plat of Dedication for Road Purposes attached
hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A (“Plat of Dedication”); and
WHEREAS, The City Council finds that it is in the best interests of the health, safety, and
welfare of the City and its residents to (1) dedicate the Subject Property for road purposes to
further the Intersection Improvements; and (2) accept the dedication of the Subject Property for
road purposes.
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 hereby adopted by this reference
as findings of the City Council and are hereby incorporated into this Section as if fully set forth.
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SECTION TWO: Dedication of the Subject Property. The City hereby dedicates that
portion of the Subject Property shown on the Plat of Dedication as “Hereby Dedicated for Public
Road Purposes,” to the City as public right-of-way to be used for public road purposes.
SECTION THREE: Acceptance of Dedication. The City hereby accepts the dedication
of that portion of the Subject Property shown on the Plat of Dedication as “Hereby Dedicated for
Public Road Purposes,” as public right-of-way to be used for public road purposes.
SECTION FOUR: Authorization. The Mayor and the City Manager are hereby authorized
and directed to execute and seal all documents necessary to effectuate the approvals granted by
this Ordinance.
SECTION FIVE: 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 _________________________, 2024.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Approved this __ day of _________________________, 2024.
_____________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Plat of Dedication for Road Purposes
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625 Forest Edge Drive Vernon Hills, IL. 60061
TEL 847.478.9700 FAX 847.478.9701
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DONATION AGREEMENT
THIS DONATION AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made and entered into as of the
________ day of _____________, 2024, by and between the City of Lake Forest, a home rule
and special charter municipality located in Lake County, Illinois ("City"), and McKinlock Post
Foundation, an Illinois not-for-profit corporation of Lake Forest, Illinois ("Donor").
WHEREAS, the City is a special charter and home rule unit of government in Illinois
exempt from federal income taxes under Internal Revenue Code ("Code") section 501(c)(3);
and
WHEREAS, the City owns and operates a public park known as Veterans Park, located
generally at the southeast corner of East Deerpath, and North Green Bay Road, bearing PIN
number 1233118001 (“Veterans Park”); and
WHEREAS, the Donor has constructed a memorial to honor the City’s veterans in Veterans
Park (the “Memorial”); and
WHEREAS, the Donor desires to donate the Memorial to the City pursuant to the terms
and conditions of this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, and for other good and valuable
consideration, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, the City and Donor hereby mutually
covenant and agree as follows:
1. Incorporation of Recitals. The recitals stated above are an integral part of this
Agreement and are incorporated into this Agreement by reference and made a part hereof.
2. Donation. In consideration for the City allowing the Memorial to be placed in
Veterans Park and assuming the obligation to maintain the Memorial, Donor hereby donates
the Memorial to the City. Donor will execute the Bill of Sale attached hereto as Exhibit A to
formally convey the Memorial to the City.
3. No Payment: The Parties agree that each Party’s performance under this
Agreement will constitute the full and complete consideration for the donation of the Memorial,
and the City is not obligated to pay the Donor for the Memorial in any respect.
4. Maintenance; Repairs: Upon the execution of this Agreement and the Bill of Sale
attached hereto as Exhibit A, the City will be the owner of the Memorial. The City will then have
exclusive control of the Memorial, and the City will be responsible for the maintenance and repair
of the Memorial as deemed necessary by the City in its sole discretion. The Donor will have no
further obligation or liability relating to the Memorial after the execution of this Agreement.
5. Relationship. The relationship of the Donor to the City is that of independent
charitable contributor. Neither party to this Agreement shall be or become the agent of the other
party for any purpose. This is not a franchise agreement and does not create a partnership or joint
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venture. Nothing herein contained shall be construed to give Donor any property interest in or
control over the Memorial or Veterans Park.
6. Authority to Execute. The City represents that it has legal authority to enter
into this Agreement, and that the City Council has granted authority to the representative
named below to bind the City. Donor represents that it has the legal authority to enter into
this Agreement, and that the Donor has granted authority to the representative named below
to bind the Donor.
7. Miscellaneous. This Agreement will be governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of Illinois, and any actions concerning the interpretation or
enforcement of this Agreement shall be brought in the Circuit Court of Lake County, Illinois.
This Agreement will bind and benefit the parties and their legal representatives and
successors. This Agreement sets forth the entire understanding between the parties
concerning the subject matter thereof, and any amendment or discharge will be made only in
writing. This Agreement may be amended or modified in whole or in part by City and Donor
in writing at any time.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement is entered into by and between the Parties
hereto as of the date and year first above written
ATTEST: THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST
By:
Margaret Boyer, City Clerk Jason C. Wicha, City Manager
Dated: ________________________ Dated: ______________________________
ATTEST: MCKINLOCK POST FOUNDATION
Edward P. Geraghty, President
Dated: ________________________ Dated: ______________________________
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EXHIBIT A
BILL OF SALE
Seller, McKinlock Post Foundation, in consideration of TEN AND NO/100 ($10.00)
DOLLARS, receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged, does hereby sell, assign, transfer and set
over to the City of Lake Forest, an Illinois home rule and special charter municipality, of Lake
County, Illinois, the personal property identified below and depicted in Exhibit A, attached hereto
and incorporated by reference (the “Property”):
Memorial Monument at Veterans Park
Seller hereby represents and warrants to the City that Seller is the absolute owner of said
Property, that said Property is free and clear of all liens, charges and encumbrances, and that Seller
has full right, power and authority to sell said Property and to make this Bill of Sale.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Seller has signed and sealed this Bill of Sale at _________,
this ___day of _______________, 2024.
By: _______________________________________
Edward P. Geraghty
__________________________________________
Its: ______________________________________
ATTEST:
By: ___________________________
(SEAL)
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EXHIBIT A
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STRATEGIC PRIORITY AREAS:
CURRENT OBJECTIVES
FISCAL STEWARDSHIP
Objective One: Implement an operating budget and capital
improvement strategy that is balanced over the long-term.
Initiatives:
• Continue the tradition of considering the long-term time horizons that
guide decision making when developing financial forecasts that
predict future revenue and expenditure trends.
• Based on the financial forecasts developed annually, proactively take
steps to address anticipated problems in a timely fashion.
• Identify potential internal and external challenges that may impact the
City’s ability to remain flexible and responsive in managing City
finances.
• Retain and attract a high-quality workforce through competitive
salaries, benefits training, and development opportunities with an
emphasis on succession planning.
• Explore opportunities for continuous improvements to the cost
effectiveness and efficiency of City programs, activities, and services
with particular focus on those identified by residents as being highly
valued.
Objective Two: Continue to pursue alternative sources of revenue
while thoughtfully reducing expenditures and exploring public and
private partnerships and special service agreements which have
served the City well in the past.
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Initiatives:
• Create a revenue diversification plan.
• Continue emphasis on pursuit of grant opportunities to supplement
the City’s Capital Improvement Program.
• Pursue consortiums and shared service agreement opportunities with
neighboring municipalities to reduce expenditures.
• Further steward relationships between the City and community
stakeholders to identify potential public/private partnerships to
support capital projects, community events, and unique initiatives.
• Create opportunities for residents, family foundations, and
businesses to make “legacy contributions” - donations for specific
purposes or to support the General Fund.
• Explore opportunities to increase volunteer efforts to reduce City
operational costs.
Objective Three: Ensure the public is well informed and understands
the financial condition of the City and the proactive efforts to continue
to keep the budget in balance.
Initiatives:
• Publicize the Comprehensive Fiscal Plan, cost-savings initiatives and
staff reductions that have been implemented.
• Utilize multiple modes of media and communication to inform the
community (i.e. printed information; information repositories, kiosks,
hotlines; websites and social media; press, media and other
technological advances) with an emphasis on presenting complex
financial information in an easy-to-understand format.
• With the goals of both transparency and keeping residents informed,
publicize monthly updates to track financial performance and
deviations from projected budgets.
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Objective Four: Continue to actively encourage and support
economic development.
Initiatives:
• Explore opportunities to create jobs, enhance economic
diversification within the community, and promote income growth.
• Develop a dedicated Fund and/or revenue to allocate for
business/economic development initiatives.
• Develop and implement options for incentive programs targeted
toward sites, business types, or other development identified by City
officials as essential to maintaining thriving business districts.
INFRASTRUCTURE AND CITY FACILITIES
Objective One: Continue to utilize the annual five-year Capital
Improvement Program Plan as a budgeting and prioritization tool for
all City infrastructure, assets, and facility related improvement,
enhancement, and replacement projects.
Initiatives
• Provide funding for studies of infrastructure, assets, and facilities to
assist in prioritizing and forecasting cost related to future needs and
to minimize accelerating expenditures resulting from the deferred
maintenance.
• Develop a forward looking and ongoing assessment and evaluation
process for City facilities, parking lots, bike and walking trails, and
parks.
• Recognize that the cost of supporting infrastructure and facilities will
likely continue to outpace available dollars. Continue to explore grant
opportunities, public/private partnerships, and other outside funding
sources to help finance priority projects and special initiatives desired
by the community.
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• Continue to use funding targets to assure that available dollars are
allocated to a wide range of infrastructure and facility needs including,
but not limited to roads, bridges, buildings/facilities, ravines, storm
sewers, water and sanitary systems, operating equipment and
vehicles.
Objective Two: Identify and pursue road, sidewalk, and
bike/pedestrian path improvements to promote mobility, safe and
efficient movement of various transportation modes, and inter-
connectedness throughout the community.
Initiatives
• Develop and implement an ongoing process to identify and prioritize
future transportation enhancement projects City-wide.
• Take steps necessary to advance and complete the intersection
improvements at both Waukegan and Everett Roads and Waukegan
and Westleigh Roads through partnership with IDOT.
Objective Three: Research, develop, and implement innovative and
modern solutions for all City infrastructure repairs and improvements
that promote efficiencies, cost effectiveness, and environmental
sustainability.
Initiatives
• Continue to evaluate and implement new technologies, means, and
methods to improve infrastructure in areas that may present both
funding and construction challenges/limitations. These may include
but are not limited to stormwater management, facilities
improvements, road resurfacing, parking lot replacement, and street
lighting.
• Protect waterways and ravines, by maintaining and improving storm
water and sanitary infrastructure and stream system health.
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PUBLIC SAFETY
Objective One: Improve the effectiveness of joint police, fire, and
emergency management response through enhanced coordination,
integrated training programs, new protocols, and the development of
best practices for critical incidents and planned events.
Initiatives:
• Ensure public safety agencies have the training, equipment and
resources needed to deliver timely and effective services and develop
ways to measure and report on the quality of those services.
• Continue joint efforts to plan for and respond to significant community
safety events through combined training and utilization of emergency
operation plans.
• Enhance the community’s ability to prevent, protect against, mitigate,
respond to, and recover from critical incidents and large-scale events.
• Evaluate and project major capital expenses to responsibly maintain
a high level of service and response to emergencies.
Objective Two: In partnership with the community, professionally and
efficiently deliver high-quality law enforcement services; foster a
feeling of safety and security; and provide outreach and educational
programs to enrich all persons in the City of Lake Forest.
Initiatives:
• Research and implement new training, technology, processes,
facilities, and equipment that support the mission of the Police
Department.
• Increase police department transparency through new tools and
growing current practices.
• Continue efforts to support industry-leading police/community
strategies that will support the community and strengthen public trust.
• Expand social services throughout the community by increasing the
use of the police social worker and other crisis intervention programs.
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Objective Three: Provide a safe environment through efficient and
effective fire rescue and EMS services for the residents, businesses,
and visitors.
Initiatives:
• Ensure the seamless operation and continual enhancement of fire
rescue services, emergency medical services, life safety code
enforcement, and 911 operations to advance public safety.
• Identify and adapt to public safety service models that support ever
evolving changes in service delivery expectations and opportunities.
• Continue implementation of progressive fire and injury prevention
activities (i.e. Citizen’s Fire Academy, Risk Watch, Public Education
Initiatives).
• Explore, implement, and integrate technological innovations and
advancements.
Objective Four: Plan for, design, and build updated police and fire
headquarters facilities in a manner that is both fiscally responsible
and meets the current and future needs of the community and our
public safety employees.
Initiatives:
• Convert the vacant office building at 1925 Field Court to a new Police
Headquarters.
• Explore various funding mechanisms, public/private partnerships, and
other revenue streams to offset buildout and ongoing operational
costs for the Police Headquarters.
• Develop a plan for renovation of the existing Public Safety Building to
meet the needs of the Fire Department in the short term, and over the
longer term.
• Assess the impact the new police headquarters location will have on
law enforcement operations, Police-Fire cooperation, community
relations, and other metrics and plan for and implement appropriate
strategies.
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RECREATION AND COMMUNITY WELL-BEING
Objective One: Identify opportunities to enhance recreational
programs and facilities to better serve the needs and interests of
residents and to continue to attract new families to the community.
Initiatives:
• Identify opportunities to enhance existing offerings and develop
new programs to meet the expressed needs and ever-changing
interests of all community members.
• Begin to develop a long-term plan for the enhancing, renovating, or
replacing the Recreation Center. Consider scope, timing, and
financial strategies.
Objective Two: Offer community events and educational
opportunities that address the diverse needs and interests of Lake
Forest residents and increase the sense of community.
Initiatives:
• In addition to larger community events, support grass-roots
initiatives for localized gatherings within subdivisions and
neighborhoods to build community and strengthen neighbor to
neighbor relationships.
Objective Three: Encourage and promote community use of the
City’s natural assets including neighborhood and community parks
and preserved and protected natural areas.
Initiatives:
• Continue to maintain City parks and open spaces at a high level
making them safe, comfortable, and inviting to residents.
• Evaluate opportunities to improve pedestrian and bicycle access
to parks and open spaces.
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• Promote and celebrate the community’s unique natural assets, the
beach, parks, prairies, and woodlands.
• Provide information on regulations that apply to the use of parks,
the beach, and preserved open spaces in order to enhance the
experience for all residents.
• Continue to promote the award-winning Rethink Recycle Program
and exploration of other environmentally friendly initiatives.
• Provide public education opportunities with the goal of increasing
awareness of the benefits of protecting and preserving the
extraordinary natural environment in the City.
Objective Four: Create opportunities to partner with schools,
churches, the hospital, the Library, Gorton Center, and other not for
profit groups to support the success and well-being of children,
youth, seniors, and families.
Initiatives:
• Assure that the City organization, elected and appointed officials
and City staff lead by example in accordance with the City’s
Values – Trust, Respect, Integrity and Excellence.
• Strive to create an environment of civility at public meetings by
encouraging an openness to listening and understanding diverse
points of view.
• Continue to support, promote, and enhance the services and
programs offered by CROYA to respond to current interests and
needs of the community’s youth.
• Continue to support, promote, and enhance the services and
programs provided by Dickinson Hall to respond to current
interests and needs of the community’s aging population.
• Cultivate partnerships with School Districts 67 and 115, community
groups and organizations to enhance opportunities for
collaboration and building trust while promoting physical and
emotional well-being for all residents.
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• Continue to hold events that provide opportunities for the Police
Department, including the Department’s Social Worker, to interact
in a positive way with community members with a focus on
providing opportunities for interactions with youth and seniors.
• Identify and promote resources that are available in the community
through local and regional agencies that support physical and
mental health awareness.
VISUAL CHARACTER AND DEVELOPMENT
Objective One: Maintain the established development review
processes and public input opportunities which have historically
served the community well.
Initiatives
• Respect the decisions of the various Boards and Commissions,
recognizing that each has a specific purview and charge and
recognizing the Council’s responsibility for taking a broader
perspective.
• Evaluate proposals wholistically: what is in the best interest of
the entire community over the long term.
• Recognize that the review processes have served the City well
for decades, trust that although messy at times, the process
works.
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Objective Two: Recognize, respect, and preserve significant buildings,
landscapes, and distinct streetscapes carrying on the tradition of actively
working to preserve the community’s unique character while at the same
time, being open to development and redevelopment that introduces
appropriate new ideas and opportunities.
Initiatives
• Recognize and celebrate the historic and unique aspects of the
community to raise awareness about and remind people of
what makes the community special.
• Consider development and redevelopment plans in a careful
and deliberate manner as has traditionally occurred in the
community.
• Develop guiding parameters for “opportunity areas” that exist in
the business districts to serve as a road map for developers
who may have interest in Lake Forest and to set realistic
expectations for all stakeholders.
• Avoid following “trends of the day” without careful due diligence
about unintended consequences and impacts, positive or
negative, on the community’s character over the long term.
Objective Three: Support construction that is safe, durable, of high
quality, and responsible.
Initiatives
• Continually adopt updated National and State Life Safety and
Building Codes.
• Review and reduce local Building and Life Safety Codes,
relying on the well-researched State and National Codes to
provide clarity and consistency for contractors and design
professionals and to further streamline review processes.
• Evaluate new materials and methods that take advantage of
new technology or are more environmentally responsible.
• Support quality development that will stand the test of time.
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Objective Four: Recognize the key role preserved open space,
streetscapes, and well landscaped public spaces play in the
community’s visual character.
Initiatives
• Continue to partner with Lake Forest Open Lands as the
appropriate long-term use of the limited remaining vacant land
in the community is considered.
• Consider appropriate lighting levels for different areas of the
community to provide for comfort and safety while respecting
the community’s character.
BUSINESS and ECONOMIC VITALITY
Objective One: Maintain a focus on the health and vibrancy of the
Central Business District and the Waukegan Road/Settlers’ Square
Business District.
Initiatives
• Maintain and upgrade essential infrastructure as needed to
provide safe, functional, and welcoming business districts.
• Try out new ideas. Implement pilot projects that require
minimal investment at the outset and observe community
reaction, evaluate pros and cons.
• Continue to offer events to draw people, both residents and
visitors, into both business districts.
• Welcome visitors by providing clear parking information in
various ways.
• Actively work to support existing and new businesses through
initial site selection, an efficient and responsive
development/redevelopment process, on site problem solving
(in particular to support adaptive reuse of historic buildings),
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and as may be appropriate, considering unique incentives for
exemplary projects.
Objective Two: Support a mix of uses in the business districts
including retail (everyday necessities and specialty retail), a variety of
restaurants at various price point, service businesses, residential
options, and community gathering spaces, small and larger.
Initiatives
• Welcome both national brands and local businesses.
• Promote shopping and eating locally.
• Implement the recommendations in the Comprehensive Plan
pertaining to both business districts: develop parameters for
“opportunity areas” and consider amendments to zoning
regulations if needed to support the parameters.
Objective Three: Promote Conway Park locally, regionally and
beyond as a premier office opportunity.
Initiatives
• Engage with regional agencies to promote Conway Park.
• Evaluate the need for re-establishing a shuttle service from the
train stations to Conway Park as an amenity for employees in
collaboration with the Conway Park Owners’ Association. (Prior
service was discontinued during Covid.)
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Objective One: Increase the usefulness and accessibility of current
communication channels, as highlighted in the Community-Wide
Survey.
Initiatives:
• Utilize survey results on communication preferences to better
understand demographic data and how best to focus on
unreached groups.
• Identify the top five sources used by residents and explore how to
best leverage those channels to continue to increase information
retention.
• Reassess the lower utilized channels and work to better
understand an appropriate reallocation of resources or reimagining
of those tools.
• Be a trusted messenger for community information. Proactively
anticipate and address questions.
Objective Two: Enhance access to community engagement
opportunities for residents in all stages of life.
Initiatives:
• Clearly inform community members about how they can interact
with the City and provide easily accessible ways to be involved.
• Organize regular meetings and forums to solicit feedback and
foster dialogue between residents and City leadership.
• Continue using pulse surveys to gather feedback from residents
on specific projects or initiatives.
• Increase use of intercept surveys as a tool to reach key
stakeholder groups where they are at.
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Objective Three: Enhance sense of community by encouraging
communication and collaboration between community partners
(schools, non-profit organizations, institutions, businesses, etc.)
Initiatives:
• Facilitate events and opportunities to increase visibility for local
businesses and organizations.
• Share information about volunteer opportunities.
• Foster strong relationships between the City and community
organizations, businesses, and institutions.
Objective Four: Continue to optimize openness in City decisions,
actions, and decision-making processes.
Initiatives:
• Increase awareness of the City’s transparency portal and access
to City Council, Boards and Commissions activity and
documentation.
• Through existing technologies, improve the City’s transparency
portal by providing a central location for publicly available
information.
• Improve the user experience for watching live-streamed City
Council Meetings
• Utilize Agenda Management software to increase accessibility and
synchronization between agenda management and recorded
videos of City business.
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