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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/02/2021 VB MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE BOARD — 7:00 PM Tuesday, March 2, 2021 The following message appeared on the agenda for the meeting of March 2, 2021: Return of in-person meetings: We are happy to announce the return of in-person meetings for all our Boards and Commissions. Although it may look a bit different than what we remember, we are committed to conducting a safe and productive meeting for all. Members of the public who wish to speak under Citizens to be Heard or on an agenda item may join us live at Village Hall. We'll check your temperature upon arrival and masks or face coverings will be required during the length of your visit. Physical distancing protocols will also be enforced. If we reach the capacity limit for the Boardroom, you may be asked to wait in the Farley Community Room or outside the boardroom. If you wish to address the Board in-person on March 2, 2021, please notify us by emailing kagoranos@mountprospect.org by 3:00 p.m. on March 2nd so we may plan accordingly while keeping everyone safe. Please include your name and address in the email along with your intent to speak under Citizens to Heard or on an agenda item. This will help us plan the flow of the meeting. To be respectful of everyone's opportunity to participate, your chance to speak may be limited in time by the Chair of the meeting (Mayor) depending on the number of participants. We also ask that you limit attendance to only those who wish to speak before the Board. The board has always recognized the need to accommodate those with disabilities Any individual who would like to attend this meeting but because of a disability or who needs some accommodation to participate will be able to address the board remotely. The same advance notice detailed above is required. You will then be provided with a communications link. Your chance to speak will be limited to 3 minutes. Those who are unable to join us live may submit comments or questions to vmo@mountprospect.org. Comments received in this manner will be summarized by the Mayor at the appropriate time during the meeting. As always, you may also join us via livestream or view the meeting on Comcast or WOW channel 17. 1. CALL TO ORDER The March 2, 2021 regular meeting of the Village Board was called to order by Mayor Arlene Juracek at 7:02 p.m. in the Boardroom at Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, IL. �.l Roll Call: Members present upon roll call by the Village Clerk: Arlene Juracek, Colleen Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, and William Grossi Absent: None 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Trustee Zadel 1.3 Invocation Trustee Grossi provided the invocation. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village Board - February 16, 2021 Motion by Michael Zadel, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the minutes of the February 16, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Village Board Yea: Colleen Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, and William Grossi Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed 3. MAYORS REPORT 3.1 PROCLAMATION - Women's History Month — March 2021 Mayor Juracek read the proclamation into the record. Jessica Medinah and Jodi Nelson of the Mount Prospect Junior Women's Club and Mount Prospect Women's Club respectively, accepted the proclamation on behalf of the women of Mount Prospect. Several members of the Mount Prospect Junior Women's Club were present in the audience. 3.2 APPOINTMENT TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS — Sister Cities Commission Appointment - Mary Rankin Mayor Juracek presented the appointment of Mary Rankin to the Sister Cities Commission for a term to expire March, 2025. Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Richard Rogers to ratify the appointment of Mary Rankin to the Sister Cities Commission Yea: Colleen Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, and William Grossi Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Mayor Juracek commended Mount Prospect Fire Department Emergency Prevention Coordinator Jim Miller and Dirk 011ech of the Mount Prospect Police Department, who were awarded the First Responder Americanism Certificate of Merit from the Mount Prospect VFW Post 1337. Mayor Juracek presented the Illinois City County Management Association award of recognition and appreciation to Village Manager Michael Cassady for his 30 years of service to the organization. 4. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Mayor Juracek summarized an email received by resident John Fischer presented at the February 2, 2021 meeting that was categorized incorrectly as one of support. Mayor Juracek stated that Mr. Fischer expressed support and admiration for the Police Department but feels the blue line flag is misused and creates a negative association. Mayor also stated she received an email from resident Dave W. who expressed support for the Police patch and its intent to honor the police. Public Comment: Joann Smith Resident • Ms. Smith expressed her support for candidate Terri Gens in the midst of recent criticism. Carole Delahunty Resident • Ms. Delahunty addressed the controversy regarding the police patch and the affect of using this symbol has on diversity hiring and urged Village leadership to consider that this could be a possible deterrent. 5. CONSENT AGENDA 5.1 List of Bills - February 10, 2021 to February 23, 2021 - $2,487,734.76 5.2 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE MAKING CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO THE ANNUAL BUDGET ADOPTED FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2021 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2021. Ordinance No. 6558 5.3 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE MAKING CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO THE ANNUAL BUDGET ADOPTED FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 11 2020 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2020. Ordinance No. 6559 5.4 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 17, "VEHICLE LICENSES" AND CHAPTER 18 "TRAFFIC" OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. Ordinance No. 6560 5.5 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE USE OF GROUNDWATER AS A POTABLE WATER SOURCE NEAR 1590 SOUTH E LM H U RST ROAD. Ordinance No. 6561 5.6 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2021 OFFICIAL ZONING MAP FORTH EVILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Resolution No. 10-21 5.7 A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF CREW OF FIVE HOLDINGS, LLC'S APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL OF A CLASS 7C TAX INCENTIVE FOR 1250 FEEHANVILLE DRIVE Resolution No. 8-21 5.8 A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF GRAYHAWK 4, LLC'S APPLICATION FOR A CLASS 7C TAX INCENTIVE FOR 1501 FEEHANVILLE DRIVE AND 430 LAKEVIEW COURT Resolution No. 9-21 5.9 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENTS TO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ACTION PLANS FOR PROGRAM YEARS 2019 AND 2020 Resolution No. 11-21 6. OLD BUSINESS 6.1 2nd reading of an ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A FINAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1-27 W. PROSPECT AVENUE, 150 S. MAIN STREET (PROSPECT PLACE) Director of Community Development Bill Cooney presented the second reading of the ordinance for a final planned unit development known as Prospect Place. Mr. Cooney stated the developer revised the plans in response to staff and resident concerns brought forward at the February 16, 2021 Village Board meeting. Mr. Cooney stated staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission support the project. Mr. Cooney introduced developer Tom Lowe of Prospect Place Development Partners and architect Jonathan Splitt who presented the revised plans. Mr. Splitt presented a summary regarding public parking: • Along Prospect Avenue and Wille Street - 37 public spots including the addition of two new spots • Municipal lot along Wille Street will offer 50 parking spaces and 17 existing spots along Evergreen Avenue • Total number of public parking spots is 104 Development site parkin: • 22 spaces in the outdoor lot • 72 basement parking spaces • 94 total parking spaces available for 80 units (40 one -bedroom and 40 two-bedroom). Per Village Code, 100 spaces are required; remain short by 6 spaces Mr. Splitt displayed updated landscaping plans that include the addition of 11 internal trees. Plans also include perennial planting beds, large Linden trees, flowering trees and evergreen trees were added to the plan; equates to 16% greenspace. Mr. Splitt displayed a revised photometric plan that addresses lighting concerns and complies with the Village Code. The parking lot contains four LED lights are powered partly by solar and the other part are hard -wired. The lights are 16 feet tall and the warmth and beam of the lights can be controlled and adjusted as needed. Mr. Splitt next displayed updated architectural renderings that highlight the design details of the building. Public Comment Erich Roush 309 N. Wille • Supports redevelopment of the subject area • Proposed development lacks architectural interest, particularly from a distance • Amended plans do not address substantial parking deficiencies, lighting and landscaping concerns brought forward at the February 2, 2021 meeting. Anna Hulberg 200 block S. Wille • Concerned the development will increase traffic and parking in the area that will negatively impact the safety of the neighborhood • Suggested the addition of 4 -way stop signs and other directional restrictions to increase safety • Evergreen Avenue is too narrow to accommodate on -street parking Vicki Chung 219 S. Wille • Pleased to see a new development proposed for this area • Consider adding traffic measures to increase and ensure safety for the neighborhood surrounding the development Mr. Cooney provided the following in response to resident comments: • Staff will evaluate parkway along Evergreen Avenue; road width could be increased by reducing planned green space • Addition of traffic signs and traffic restrictions can be presented to the Transportation Safety Commission for review Assistant Manager Nellie Beckner provided information regarding downtown parking options. Architect Jonathan Splitt added that landscaping plans have not been finalized to date. Board Comments • Excluding the two endcap restaurant spaces, the square footage of the remaining parcels was questioned. Mr. Cooney responded, stating the square footage of the area in question is between 2800 -3,000 square feet; space to be occupied by two or three retail stores. • Pleased with the look and architecture of the building • Suggested the vacant lot next to Hubby's Hot Dogs be used to supplement parking; concerned parking is inadequate. Mayor Juracek responded, stating the Village does not own that parcel. • Parking is adequate • Evergreen Avenue is too narrow for parking; concerned this will create an unsafe situation • Sufficient parking; important to educate and direct people to downtown parking options • Landscaping concerns have been addressed by developer • Proposed building is aesthetically pleasing with high-quality material and finishes • Rental units can be turned into privately owned units should trends flow in that direction in the future • Streetscapes are well done and elegant; will attract people to the downtown • Development will increase density in the downtown There was no further discussion. Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Michael Zadel to approve the ordinance as presented Yea: Colleen Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers and William Grossi Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Ordinance No. 6562 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 1st reading of an ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE PROSPECT PLACE DEVELOPMENT COMPRISING A PART OF THE PROSPECT AND MAIN TIF DISTRICT OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. Mr. Cooney presented details of the Redevelopemtent Agreement for the mixed-use development at the southwest corner of Prospect Avenue and Main Street. Mr. Cooney stated the Redevelopment Agreement obligates the Village to pay the Developer up to $3.7 million of Tax Increment Financing generated on a "pay as you go" basis. The Village also agrees to waive all permit and impact fee for the project, estimated at $350,000 and to provide six parking spaces for the project's residential tenants in Village -owned parking lots/structures that are located within 11000 feet of the project. Mr. Cooney stated the Village consulted with SB Friedman Development Advisors who provided an expert financial analysis on the project. The final Redevelopment Agreement is subject to final attorney review. Mr. Cooney provided the following in response to questions from the Board: • Developer is confident the project will adhere to the stated timeline outlined in the RDA • Property has minor environmental issues that will not hinder or delay the project Motion by Michael Zadel, second by Richard Rogers to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance. Yea: Colleen Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, and William Grossi Nay: None Motion Passed Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Richard Rogers to approve the ordinance as presented Yea: Colleen Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, and William Grossi Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Ordinance No. 6563 8. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT As Submitted — no report 9. ANY OTHER BUSINESS There was no other business presented 10. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Juracek asked for a motion to adjourn. Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Saccotelli, motioned to adjourn. By unanimous voice vote, the March 2, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Village Board adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Karen M.Agoranos Village Clerk