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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4. MAYORS REPORT 6/6/06 PROCLAMATION "NATIONAL FLAG DAY" JUNE 14, 2006 WHEREAS, by Act of Congress of the Un ited States dated June 14,1777, thefirst official Flag of the United States was adopted; and WHEREAS, by Act of Congress dated August 3, 1949, June 14th of each year was designated "NATIONAL FLAG DAY"; and WHEREAS, Congress has requested the President to issue annually a proclamation designating the week in which June 14th occurs as "NATIONAL FLAG WEEK"; and WHEREAS, on December 8, 1982, the National Flag Day Foundation was chartered to conduct educational programs and to encourage all Americans to PAUSE FOR THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE as part of the celebration of National Flag Day throughout the nation; and WHEREAS, Flag Day celebrates our nation's symbol of unity, a democracy in a republic, and stands for our country's devotion to freedom, and to equal rights for all. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Irvana K. Wilks, Mayor of the Village of Mount Prospect, do hereby proclaim Wednesday, June 14,2006 as "NATIONAL FLAG DAY" in the Village of Mount Prospect and I urge all citizens of Illinois to join fellow citizens across this nation as they pause at 6:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on June 14, for the 2ih annual NATIONAL PAUSE FOR THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, andjoin all Americans in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. Irvana K. Wilks Mayor ATTEST: M Lisa Angell Village Clerk Dated this 6th day of June 2006 PROCLAMATION "ACKNOWLEDGING THE TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF GOVERNMENT ACCESS TELEVISION IN MOUNT PROSPECT" WHEREAS, 2006 marks the Twentieth Anniversary of the Village of Mount Prospect's Government Access Television operation; and WHEREAS, Mount Prospect Government Television provides the residents of the Village with information on programs and activities provided by their Village government, the Mount Prospect Public Library, the Mt. Prospect Park District, the River Trails Park District and School District 59; and WHEREAS, Cable television subscribers in the Village are able to view live Village Board, Committee of the Whole and Planning and Zoning Commission meetings; and WHEREAS, Mount Prospect Government Television produces regular informational programming such "Crime Line," Talk of the Town," "Library Lift, " "Inside the Park" and Focus on 59, " to keep Village residents informed of Village programs, services, community events and activities; and WHEREAS, Mount Prospect Government Television has been nationally recognized as a leader in the development and implementation of government access television programming. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Irvana K. Wilks, Mayor of the Village of Mount Prospect, do hereby proclaim 2006 as the Twentieth Anniversary year of Government Access Television in Mount Prospect and commend itfor the years of service to the community, the vital services it performs and the exemplary dedication of the Television Services Division staff and Community Assistant volunteers. Irvana K. Wilks Mayor ATTEST: M Lisa Angell Village Clerk Dated this 6th day of June 2006 PROCLAMATION UNATIONAL GARDEN WEEK" JUNE 4-10,2006 WHEREAS, the Garden Club of Mount Prospect, as a member of the Garden Club of Illinois, in cooperation with the National Garden Clubs, Inc., is promoting National Garden Week in Illinois; and WHEREAS, Garden Week involves setting aside a special week to strengthen communities by encouraging citizens of all ages to work toward common goals; and WHEREAS, among Garden Week activities are educational programs, environmental cleanups, community beautification, flower shows, garden walks, youth activities and workshops; and WHEREAS, the Garden Clubs, Inc. of Illinois is a non-profit organization with more than 9,650 members and 200 clubs throughout Illinois; and WHEREAS, the members are concerned citizens willing to devote their time and talents to the conservation, preservation and beautification of our state's national treasures and to expand and share our knowledge for the betterment of the environment. NOW, THEREFORE, 1, Irvana K. Wilks, Mayor of the Village of Mount Prospect, do hereby proclaim June 4 - 10, 2006 to be "NATIONAL GARDEN WEEK" in the Village of Mount Prospect, and I commend the National Garden Clubs, Inc. for their numerous contributions in adding beauty to our world Irvana K. Wilks Mayor A ITEST: M Lisa Angell Village Clerk Dated this 6th day of June 2006 Village of Mount Prospect Community Development Department Mown Prospect MEMORANDUM FROM: MICHAEL E. JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO: DATE: JUNE 1, 2006 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT SUBJECT: Attached to this memorandum is the Economic Development Commission's (EDC) Annual Report for 2005. This report details the EDC's efforts in 2005 and provides its goals for 2006. In addition, the Report provides details on economic activity throughout the Village in the industrial, retail and residential sectors. The EDC will present a summary of this Report at the June 6th Village Board meeting. Chairman David Lindgren will make the presentation and members of the Commission will be present to answer any questions related to their past and current efforts. Please forward this memorandum and attachments to the Village Board for their review and consideration at their June 6th meeting. Staff will be present to answer any questions related to this matter. w .' "'="~"~'~---""-='''''''''''''''''',=,'''.=''''m;'170'"'''''''=,:T:!'''''':=='~'~''''~___._ ~--""--"""-~''''''''''='''''='''''''~~-~-----~''''''''''''~=-''''''''-=;''''-'=","=~~,..".-~---_._._--_...._.,._~---~~-~ ANNUAL REPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION David C. Lindgren, Chairman Kenneth Fritz Bruce G. Gillilan Bennett P. Trapani Tom Zander The Village Board adopted Ordinance No. 4469, September 15, 1992, creating the Economic Development Commission. The seven-member advisory commission was structured in such a way that the members were to be chosen from owners, executive officers of businesses and corporations located in the Village or residents with expertise in business development. Mayor Irvana Wilks and Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jim Uszler also regularly attend meetings. The Economic Development Commission was established to encourage and facilitate economic growth throughout the Village. The Commission functions as advisor to the Village Board on the following economic development goals and objectives: 1. Develop a local economic development action plan. 2. Prepare appropriate economic developmental promotional materials. 3. Evaluate and select promotional opportunities for local business development efforts. 4. Target specific companies or industries for business attraction efforts. 5. Participate in the Business Visitation Program and evaluate findings of program progress. 6. Develop standards for use in evaluating economic impact of new or expanding businesses or business relocations. 7. Identify areas of joint interest for projects with the Mount Prospect Chamber. 8. Recommend and evaluate legislative action of the Village Board whose purpose would be the assurance of the health of the Mount Prospect business community. This Annual Report submitted to the Village President and Board of Trustees focuses on the actions of the Economic Development Commission and economic activity during the year. Per Village code, this report discusses: 1. Business development in the Village within the past twelve (12) months. 2. Current general business climate within Mount Prospect. 3. Specific activities of the Economic Development Commission within the past twelve (12) months. 4. Economic prospects and trends for the Village. (as confidentiality would allow) Page 1 of 11 H:\ADMN\BILL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-23-06 Annual Report EDC - 2005.doc --------. --..------.---..,..,.,..,....,.,'.~,.,'~="t="',;..",7"~~~_____ 5. Recommendation of measures with respect to economic development that should be considered by the corporate authorities in the following twelve (12) months. Opportunity Mount Prospect presents a number of unique and rewarding opportunities in a variety of industries. The Kensington Business Center is home to regional and national headquarters for pharmaceutical research companies, manufacturers, and an Illinois Institute of Technology campus and has proven to be very attractive to national and international companies. The Lake Center Corporate Park provides balance to the local economy with opportunities for expansion and additional corporate branches. The retail base of Mount Prospect ranges from local stores in the heart of the Village to extensive commercial corridors with a range of retail opportunities from automotive retail to major regional shopping serving a wider consumer base outside the Village. Commercial Construction for the year 2005 The Building Department issued 115 permits for commercial improvements valued at $15.1 Million, nearly double the $7.7 million in improvements from 2004. Notable projects include completion of the Buffalo Wild Wings; the Phillips 66 project at 2 E. Rand Rd, relocation and expansion of Applebee's; Staple's Office Supplies; Bed, Bath & Beyond moving into the former Circuit City location; and Steve and Barry's University Sportswear moving into the former Old Navy location at Randhurst Mall. Top 10 Commercial Projects 2005 Business Name Steve & Barry's University Sportswear Bed Bath & Beyond Phillip 66 Wal-Mart Walgreens (phase I & II) Staples Rouse Randhurst Applebee's Jewel Osco Mount Prospect Commons Shopping Center Cummins Allison Address 999 N Elmhurst 999 N Elmhurst 2 E Rand 930 Mount Prospect Plaza 1084 Mount Prospect Plaza 1000 Mount Prospect Plaza 999 N Elmhurst 999 N Elmhurst 333 Euclid 1710 GolfRd 852 Feehanville Cost Valuation $1,821,000.00 $1,758,000.00 $1,300,000.00 $786,285.00 $775,000.00 $769,190.00 $713,328.00 $600,000.00 $500,000.00 $400,000.00 $310,159.00 Retail Shopping The retail community of Mount Prospect remains sound as evidenced by the rapid pace at which key retail parcels were redeveloped: Circuit City, CVS, and Dominick's. The EDC has continued to support staff in its efforts in filling remaining vacancies. After 2001, when Randhurst Shopping Center saw the closing of J.c. Penney, Montgomery Wards, and 2005 when Old Navy and Circuit City closed, a new Randhurst has evolved. By the end of 2005 all anchor slots have been fIled with Costco, Steve & Barry's and Bed Bath and Beyond joining H:\ADMN\BILL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-23-06 Annual Report EDC - 200S.doc Page 2 of 11 Carson Pirie Scott. As its' name suggests, Bed, Bath and Beyond sells a full range of household accessories and gifts. Steve and Barry's, one of the hottest new national retailers, sells university apparel and accessories. Both of these stores will be valuable additions to the Shopping Center. In addition, Applebee's opened a new restaurant location immediately south of its former site and offers expanded indoor and outdoor dining opportunities. Buffalo Wild Wings, a popular grill and bar also opened in one of the oudying lots of the Shopping Center east of the AMC movie theater. Other shopping centers around Mount Prospect have experienced changes and new development this year. Under new management, Mount Prospect Plaza, located at Rand and Central Road, saw the opening of Staples, Sally Beauty Supply, and Subway; we end the year knowing Dominick's is to close and that Garden Fresh Market will open within that space. Mount Prospect Commons, located at the northwest comer of Golf and Busse roads, underwent a major fa<;ade improvement in 2005 and became home to the Spice Rack Gourmet Kitchen and ShapeXpress. Commercial Corridors The commercial corridors in Mount Prospect are also experiencing new business developments. Although CVS pharmacy, located at Route 83 and Kensington, closed this year, Murray's Discount Auto Part Store is set to open in its place in early 2006. Other new businesses that have opened up on Rand Road include Cingular Wireless, Parkway Bank, and Total Lifestyle and Fitness, Inc., a weight loss and fitness center. Businesses on Rand Road, including Dr. Oztekin's Dental Office, have expanded or rehabbed their facilities this year. Along Northwest Highway several new personal service businesses opened including Clock Tower Cleaners, Senco Inc., a computer consulting and training business, Personal Mortgage Group, LLC, and Progressive Reality. Lasdy, the Algonquin Road corridor is experiencing renewed growth: a new shopping center development located near the intersection of Algonquin and Busse Road is currently under Village review. Several new businesses have also opened up on Algonquin Road including US Cellular, Magnum Insurance Agency, and Juarez Fashions, a clothing apparel store. Kensington Business Center Although many spaces remain vacant, several unique and interesting tenants are coming into Kensington Business Center. Zoning cases this year reflect that a different variety of businesses are being attracted to Kensington Business Center including a gymnastics school, a cosmetology school, a school uniform company with a retail showroom, and the Indian Engineering Center. C-Line and Braun Manufacturing, both located in Kensington Business Center received Class 6B classification extensions last year. In September, the Village's Economic Development Commission, Enterprize Cook County and Commonwealth Edison, met with 25 businesses in Kensington Business Center to hear about issues and concerns that they had operating in Mount Prospect. Businesses in Kensington think that the police and fire departments are very responsive and the business center is at an excellent location with convenient access to O'Hare airport and major regional transportation routes. Businesses also expressed that the 1) increase in vacancies is noticeable, 2) there is a lack of affordable housing in the area for workers, 3) tax rates are high, and 4) there is heavy traffic congestion when approaching the business center. GW A YO, National Association of Board of Pharmacy, Fisher Clinical Services, Festo, and Northfield Laboratories, all have plans for expansion in the next three years. More visits are scheduled for the beginning of 2006. Page 3 of 11 H\ADMN\BILL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-23-06 Annual Report EDC - 200S.doc -~"~'.'"'.~~---~'- -- -------.""""'."""'""'..,'=""~=""~~------...,~,..""-,.,..,.,.,,.._,=="'".="""__=7,'~'" Five properties in Kensington were also sold in 2005 for $37,115,000, from which $113,895 was collected in transfer tax revenue. Industrial Corridors Earlier in 2005, as part of court ordered bankruptcy procedures, United Airlines offered for sale 27 acres of property at the Northeast corner of Algonquin and Linneman Roads. The Village is in discussions with Opus North for the development of the property. The proposed industrial land includes two 200,000+ sq. ft. warehouse buildings. The annexation agreement and development plan are currendy under Village review. Downtown Mount Prospect Downtown has also benefited from the opening of local food retailers and continued private and public projects improving the look and economy of downtown Mount Prospect. Le Peep Restaurant and Colonial Dental are new businesses that opened in downtown. Bookscout & Trader, a used bookstore downtown, will be celebrating its one year anniversary in 2006. Rehabilitating their building and installing new landscaping, Fannie May also reopened its downtown storefront at the southeast corner of Main Street and Prospect Avenue. In 2005, Downtown also saw the start of several new redevelopment projects. Construction began for the mixed-use "Emerson" project that will be located on the former Village Hall site. This 5- story mixed-use building will be home to several new retail establishments and 52 residential condominium units. This project is scheduled for completion in summer 2006. The fmal plans were approved for the Founders Row residential project that will be located on the southeast corner of Busse Road and Central Road, direcdy across from the Library. Norwood Builders will construct 14 luxury rowhomes on this 2-acre parcel. Homes are scheduled to be ready for occupancy by summer 2007. In April the Village applied for a 13-year extension for the Downtown TIF district that was set to expire in 2008. The Village is currendy pursuing an amendment to the Downtown Redevelopment Plan and the expansion of the TIF District to include Central Plaza, located at Route 83/Main Street and Central Road, and the Chase Bank building, located at Emerson Street and Busse Avenue. The Mount Prospect Downtown Merchants Association (MPDMA) had a successful year. The MPDMA coordinated three community events this year including the Art and Fitness Walk, Summer Car Shows and the Fall Festival. The MPDMA is currendy working on a Business Directory that will be issued in 2006. Building Activity and Residential Development The building division in the Community Development Department has had another busy year. While not an inclusive description of all activity for the year, the largest projects are highlighted by project type: commercial, single family housing, and multi-family housing. Breakdown of Buildina Permits Issued 2005 2004 Total Type of Permit #Permits Valuation #Permits Total Valuation SinQle familv 37 $12,145,001 20 $6,014,100 Page 4 of 11 H:\ADMN\BlLL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-23-06 Annual Report EDC - 200S.doc Single family attached (Duplex & Townhouse units) 1 $2,500,000 2 $1,865,000 Multi-familv Apartments and condos 1 $4,589,000 0 $0 Residential alter - addition 907 $14,076,547 1138 $16,939,860 Multi-family alterations (Duolex, Townhouse, Condos) 47 $1,884,145 42 $1,451,153 New business/commercial (retail/service/office) 1 $1,300,000 6 $17,004,068 Business alteration - addition 115 $15,067,114 88 $7,773,755 New Industrial 0 $0 0 $0 Industrial alteration-addition 5 $165,187 2 $103,101 Garaaes (detached) 19 $264,461 33 $582,188 Swimmino pools 7 $23,800 11 $48,651 Institutional alteration 12 $945,860 17 $806,960 Sheds 76 $113,944 67 $87,267 Decks 53 $283,768 67 $277 ,369 Sions 166 N/A 135 N/A Flatwork (drivewavs, sidewalk..) 574 $2,811,167 590 $2,445,386 Fences 257 $635,102 251 $540,782 Cost Of Construction $57,977,987 $56,563,158 Total Fees Collected $1,062,093 $1,010,922 Total Permits issued 3,217 3,415 Plan reviews 385 - 478 - # Of Projects Sent for B&F review 81 - 56 - - National trends indicate the economy is on a transition towards a slower and more sustainable growth. Released monthly, the Chicago Business Activity Index (CBAI) is like the GDP in that it measures total economic production in the six county Chicago region. The December report, citing economic data through October 2005, predicts that the Chicago area economy will continue to grow in 2006. The national economy and regional economy are also expected to continue on an . . econonuc expans10n. New Single Family Residence for the year 2005 The number of permits issued for New Single-Family Homes nearly doubled this year. 37 permits were issued in 2005, compared to 20 in 2004. This count of 37 includes 6 permits that have been issued in the Celtic Glen subdivision. Also of significance, the Building Department issued permits for just over $14 million in single-family home additions and improvements. New Multi-Family Residence for the year 2005 The Building Department issued two (2) permits for new construction multi-family housing. One permit went to Discovery Homes for construction of twenty (20) Townhomes (Single-Family Attached) at Stonegate Manor, the other permit was issued to Norwood Builders for construction of 52 traditional condominiums at 100 South Emerson. The foundation permits have been issued to Page S of 11 H:\ADMN\BILL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-23-06 Annual Report EDC - 200S.doc """""-"T""-"".~"""'--""_",,,o'm=_~'___~,_.~~~=""-'-~----~'=-'"""-'''''''''"'':''''';,,"~-,i''"C'''-;:'~';'''''',-'''C"C"'_"'"__~_~____~"~""""=l"'--'~,~_"="'_,__~'_________.,_~,_"'~'_~_",""","="".''''~'<>''''''."''''';''''''",".''_~,,,,"~.,,..,,,,".'=-'_''' Norwood for the construction of the fourteen (14) Founders Row Rowhomes. Construction on this project will begin in early 2006. Condominium Conversions for the year 2005 The Building Department issued permits for two (2) major condominium conversions in 2005. The valuations for these projects are captured in "Multi-Family Alterations" as indicated in the table on Page 1. Dover Park began a conversion with 16 buildings consisting of 168 units and the 12 Oaks project with 10 buildings consisting of 60 units. The Certificates of Occupancy have been issued for all units at 12 Oaks, while the Dover Park project is still in progress. Significant Housing Projects Total # of Units 20 168 60 52 14 20 Name of Project Celtic Glen Dover Park (former Stone Lake Apts) 12 Oaks The Emerson Founders Row Stonegate Manor Type of Project New Subdivision Condo Conversion Condo Conversion Mixed Use - Condos and Retail RowHomes Townhomes DEMO/NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE # Of Teardowns # OfNSFR 2005 27 37 # Of Permits Issued YTD 9 1 (for total project) 1 (for total project) (construction underway) (foundation only) 20 2004 19 30 Cooperation The EDC made a strong effort to stay in regular communication with businesses in the Village in 2005, by attending the monthly MPDMA meetings and participating in the Kensington Business Center retention visits. Additionally, a stronger marketing program puts the Village at an advantage for companies begin to become familiar with the Village and its economic benefits. Business Development Materials The Village furthered its marketing efforts last year in an attempt to attract new and diverse businesses to Mount Prospect. A community profile and demographic package was put together by the Community Development Department for prospective businesses. Staff also attended events coordinated by the International Council of Shopping Centers, including their annual conference in Las Vegas and local seminars held throughout the Chicago Metropolitan area. In 2005 Staff created a database that lists all available industrial, office, and retail space for sale or lease in Mount Prospect. This list can be accessed through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity website. The web site uses the Location One Information System as a tool for conducting searches for available commercial and industrial sites and building locations throughout Illinois. Staff also updated the Village of Mount Prospect website to include new content on the downtown TIF and in the first quarter of 2006 the website will have a new economic development section. H:\ADMN\BILL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-23-06 Annual Report EDC - 200S.doc Page 6 of 11 The Community Development Department is pursuing hiring a retail recruitment specialist, Kathy Maloney, to attract locally owned "mom and pop" stores in the region to the downtown. Ms. Maloney has proven experience with the City of Ehnhurst where she has worked collaboratively with staff and the Merchant Association in successfully supplementing their efforts. She's had a role in filling 50,000 SF of new retail, which has established downtown Elmhurst as a destination for shopping, dining and entertaining family and friends. This has been accomplished by systematic relationship building, networking, and cold calls to the retail and real estate industry. Her work will supplement activities currently undertaken by the Community Development Department. She will utilize the department s database of available properties the Community ProfIle and local contacts. Community Development staff will assist her in her work by coordinating focus groups and a community survey and other support in meetings with property owners and prospective businesses. The Economic Development Commission presented a positional statement to the Village Board regarding the redevelopment of Sub Area 1. The Economic Development Commission continues to support the Village Board's efforts to further the redevelopment of the downtown and asked the Board to choose a plan allowing for the redevelopment at fullest capacity in order to ensure the complete success of the downtown redevelopment. The EDC believes that the entire property located in the "small triangle" should be completely redeveloped. Recognizing the history of the area, the EDC recommends that the Village incorporate historical placards and/or monuments into the new public spaces that would be part of the redevelopment. This would be done to provide residents and others with historical information on the downtown. If any of these buildings can be economically relocated to other properties in or around the downtown, the EDC would support such efforts. Business License Process Review Team Representatives from the Finance Department, the Community Development Department, the Village Managers OffIce and the Fire Department have been meeting to streamline the entire Business License process. Staff is focusing on the process itself by identifying key steps; from application intake and routing, to inspections and issuance of the license. This analysis includes documenting the process step-by-step and department-by-department, with a goal of eliminating unnecessary processes and signifIcantly reducing turn-around time. Additionally, the team generated a new Business Resource Guide with a special supplement for Restaurant Start-Up. Both guides are targeted towards those opening new businesses in Mount Prospect. Staff anticipates these new materials posted on the Village web site and going to print by February 2006. Long Range Planning Vacant for several years, the Village was able to hire a Long Range Planner in Summer of 2005. Projects undertaken include the updated economic development marketing materials (community prof1le, statistics, traffIc count maps, sales tax history, and the new available sites database). The village has applied for two corridor improvement grants through the Illinois Department of Transportation and awaits responses in 2006. The Long Range Planner coordinated the amendment to the Downtown Redevelopment Plan and the expansion of the downtown TIF District. In 2006 the Village will update the Comprehensive Plan, a project last undertaken in 1996. Page 7 of 11 H:\ADMN\BILL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-23-06 Annual Report EDC - 200S.doc '. "~"""-'-"-"''''''"''-'-'.~''''C;''':'';;'',-'':,",,,,,~-.=,,=,,,._^,,"C(,"0;f""'.'~t"~~""~''''''-..,..~"=,~,_._-_._----~__~"~~",,,..,..,,,,....,,.'''''''~'C'~""-,,,,,..,......-~--- -- --_."",",-"""".."."".~."C",,,,,.,,,,.T'==---____"_________,,,,,,,,~_,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,"""_.""~'''''.=_,",,,.,",=.-.r.F''''''''''='_____ ____~__ Economic prospects and trends for the Village Several redevelopment trends are visible in the immediate region and many areas of Mount Prospect hold redevelopment interest for the development community. The residential market remains strong and the Village will need to determine which parcels should remain non-residential in order to retain the healthy tax base which funds village services. The upcoming revision of the Village Comprehensive Land Use plan will allow for organized, public consideration of these questions. The following discusses many of the areas throughout the Village noted as holding redevelopment interested to the development community. DOWNTOWN AND CENTRAL MOUNT PROSPECT 1. NW HWY Strip Commercial/Possible Mixed Use With the increasing trend of vacancies along Northwest Highway, southeast from Village Hall, there is interest to redevelop "outdated" commercial buildings into mixed used structures similar to the Lofts and Shops. Any development will have to deal with several issues including: 1) adequate parking, 2) building height, and 3) the proximity of the residential districts directly behind Northwest Highway. The Industrial Area along the south side of the Metra Line is home to many long time, viable businesses. Should these businesses seek new locations, potential exists for either Residential or Office Development and the latter should not be ruled out as office within walking distance to the train station is desirable and office already exists to the south, along Lincoln. 2. Skil Bosch / Hintz Lithography The owner of this property is seeking zoning approval to condo the 1800 Central building. Cook County Bus is interested in purchasing the northern portion of the site for a new facility. Next door, the former Hintz building, bought and gutted by Souled Out Ministries, is back on the market. There will undoubtedly be interest for residential development on the site, though it remains a viable commercial parcel. 3. Randhurst and Surrounding Area Although there are still significant vacancies inside the shopping center, last year several new developments helped rejuvenate the exterior of Randhurst including Bed, Bath & Beyond, App1ebees, and Steve & Barry's. Bed, Bath & Beyond is set to open in January 2006 and there is a proposal for a Panda Express on one of the outlying lots of the shopping center. Consideration and support should be given to continued renovation of the building fa<;ade and the parking field on the Northeast side of the building, namely the Carson's portion of the mall; it has changed little in many years. Consolidation of Vacant and underdeveloped land surrounding Randhurst should be encouraged in order to provide large retail stores that will build the density of anchor retailers. Additional medium sized-box clothing retailers and mini-department stores would be a good draw for the area. Page 8 of 11 H\ADMN\BILL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-23-06 Annual Report EDC - 200S.doc NORTHERN MOUNT PROSPECT 4. Fonner Carematrix Property Interest has been renewed in this vacant parcel at the SEC of Euclid and Wolf. Consideration should be given to straight housing, or mixed use development, and at what height. A taller building with greater setbacks could provide an opportunity for an open space amenity at the comer. As with all development, parking ratios should be scrutinized. 5. Euclid/River Road Commercial Camp McDonald / River Road Commercial SWC Kensington / Route 83 These are several intersections where the Village may see interest in redevelopment. Consideration should be given in advance as to whether this should occur in the form of mixed use retail/ residential, or straight residential. Parcel size, parking needs, curb cut availability, and anticipated auto trips must be taken into consideration. SOUTHERN MOUNT PROSPECT 6. Golf Plaza II Center Residential developers interested in the vacant land behind the existing center continue to contact the Village. It is in the Village's best interest to see this land remain commercial and utilized in redevelopment of Golf II Plaza. 7. Opus Industrial Center This is the site of the proposed Opus Briarwood Industrial Center. The year ended with plans for an industrial development to include two 200,000+ sq. ft. warehouse buildings up for review by the Planning and Zoning Commission. 8. South Route 83 As noted around Randhurst, consolidation of vacant underutilized properties should be promoted where possible in order to provide orderly redevelopment and create identity for these new projects. Such redevelopment may make for expansion opportunities for existing businesses in the area. 9. Current Cook County Bus Cook County Bus is looking to relocate from this site to north of the Ski! Bosch Building (Site 14 on the first tour). The parcel is currendy zoned R-4 multi family PUD and has a narrow lot width of approximately 170 feet and depth of 1,100 feet. The Commonwealth Edison greenway abuts the western edge of the property. This may be a good location for affordable housing, but density and circulation will be of concern. 10. "Culver's" PUD and SEC Busse Road / Dempster Vacant land exists at the SEe of Dempster and Algonquin, near Culver's and on the southeast comer of Busse Road and Dempster Street. This includes 5 acres owned by United Airlines which was recendy placed on the market as part of their bankruptcy reorganization. Interest exists for a bank and retail shopping at this site; it remains a viable commercial location. COMMUTER RAIL EXPANSION Page 9 of 11 H:\ADMN\BILL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-23-06 Annual Report EDC - 2005.doc "--""'CC'-"'"""""'''--''''-~='''^'''~''''''''='C'n~''':0C>;::l'''.=""""::....,-".~,=..._---_..."""".,:.",ffi"'.'.="''"'''=_,-:,~"c=c,-=,.,..,....""..."___~...,,.~__._~ ". _'__'___'''''''~'~,'':'','",",,..,.~,,,,."==,,,,,~..,.,.,~~.,___.._.__.~__m 11. Prospect Heights METRA Parking Lot Expansion METRA is planning to schedule 22 passenger trains for this line, up from the 8 that are currently in operation. In Mount Prospect there is a commercial development planned near the area, which would include Starbucks. Any parking lot expansions should take into consideration the needs of nearby neighbors, seeking to avoid headlights into private properties, and cut through traffic. The potential for small commercial development should also be considered and favored. 12. STAR Line The Suburban Transit Access Route (STAR) Line is currently in the early stages of planning and will drastically affect the way the Southern half of Mount Prospect connects to the rest of the Chicago area region when the implementation of the plan comes to completion. The initial proposal of the STAR Line is for new commuter rail transit infrastructure between O'Hare Airport, Hoffman Estates, and Joliet. In the most recent version of the plan for the STAR Line, a station is planned to be located along the tollway at Elmhurst Road and Busse Road. The line itself will be located along the Northwest Tollway, starting at O'Hare leading to Hoffman Estates, where it will then head south along the Elgin Joliet & Eastern freight rail line to Joliet. In May 2005, the State of Illinois released its Five Year State and Regional Development Strategy. The report focuses on the states readiness and resources in the New Economy and recommends the extension of existing programs to assist business with financing and technology training and infrastructure. There is no single list of economic development goals for the state. Rather, there are separate goals associated with plans developed within each economic development region (EDR). An analysis of the plans suggests that certain regional goals are frequently cited across EDRs. Activities listed in the EDR plans frequently require actions to: support manufacturing retention and modernization; support Agri-business; support small business and entrepreneurs; increase access to venture capital; improve the state's infrastructure and connectivity; promote energy independence; capitalize on existing assets; and strengthen education and workforce preparation. In September, the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission released the 2040 Regional Framework Plan. The 2040 Plan places strong emphasis on green development; infill development and redevelopment within the urbanized area; and compact mixed-use development that will result in more sustainable communities and economic productivity. The EDC will cooperate and participate in regional and statewide economic development efforts while working to ensure that Mount Prospect's business community continues gains from new programs and incentives. The Economic Development Commission will continue to fulfill its charge of encouraging and facilitating economic growth throughout the Village during the upcoming year. It is recommended that the following steps be taken to enhance our efforts during the upcoming year: 1. The EDC will continue to make bi-monthly business retention visits to industrial and retail establishments throughout the Village. The intent of these visits is to gauge the business community's viewpoints on Mount Prospect as a place to do business and to establish more personal relationship with our businesses. 2. The Economic Development Commission will continue its marketing efforts. Page 10 of 11 H:\ADMN\BILL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-Z3-06 Annual Report EDC - ZOOS.doc 3. The comnusslOn strongly encourages and supports the Village Board's aggressive implementation of the Downtown TIF District Strategic Plan, especially within sub area #1. The Village and EDC should continue to explore possible uses for underutilized properties in the downtown and continue to emphasize high quality architectural design. 4. The commission is grateful for the opportunity to comment on modification to Village policies. The EDC will continue to work closely with the Board to provide input regarding the effects of changes to village policy and codes on the business community. 5. The EDC will further its efforts at continuing an open dialogue with the Chamber of Commerce to advocate for the local business community. With the Chamber the commission will become involved with regional and economic organizations that work on local, state, and regional policy and taxation issues that affect the economy of Mount Prospect. The EDC forwards its Annual Report for the Village Board's review and consideration for the 2006 calendar year. We believe it was a productive year and that the overall economy in Mount Prospect remains strong, but realize that maintaining a strong economy is an ongoing challenge. The Commission looks forward to enhancing its efforts over the upcoming year to continue its efforts at increasing the overall economic viability of the Village. We encourage any comments or suggestions that may enhance these efforts. Page 11 of 11 H:\ADMN\BILL\EDC\Annual Reports\3-23-06 Annual Report EDC - 200S.doc Y' ." '~"::-""""'~:";.-.C-;>"~""'''''''''':''''''T'''''!";,;-C;''''J'"",,n?,...=,,,=...,"",""''''''''''''_~__ Mount Prospect INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM Village of Mount .Prospect Mount Prospect, Illinois TO: BOARD OF TRUSTEES VILLAGE MANAGER MICHAEL JANONIS INTERESTED PARTIES FROM: MAYOR IRV ANA K. WILKS DATE: JUNE 2, 2006 SUBJECT: PRESIDENT/MAYOR PRO TEM Our Village Code requires us each year to elect one of the Village Trustees to serve as President/Mayor Pro Tem. We must elect that person at the first regular meeting in June, for him/her to take office on July 1 and to serve presumably until June 30, 2007. I have scheduled this agenda item under the Mayor's Report during the June 6 Board meeting. To refresh our collective memories about the process, I am attaching Ordinance #5423 that governs the President/Mayor Pro Tem election. For the past year, Trustee Paul Hoefert has served the Village as President/Mayor Pro Tem. He has been excellent in that capacity and was always available when I had to be absent from the Village. I truly appreciate his willingness to take on those duties, adding to all the other responsibilities he undertakes for the good of the Village - and for his work, his family and his volunteer activities. I thank him for allowing me to be absent from the Village, yet know that I'd left it in very capable hands. In observing how the position actually works, I believe it is a responsibility that should be rotated among Trustees who are interested in filling the position. I am confident that anyone of our present Board members would do a good job if elected. It is my understanding, however, that two Trustees would rather not be up for consideration at this particular time - Trustee Timothy Corcoran and Trustee Richard Lohrstorfer. During the multiple discussions we had prior to passing the President/Mayor Pro Tem ordinance in 2004, we recognized that having held the position naturally would be used by an incumbent Trustee running for reelection or by a candidate for Mayor in a listing of his/her accomplishments. In addition, having held the position also gives one of the Board members a political advantage over the Qther Board members, or others in the community who are running for the Board. We were cognizant of the powers of the office of President/Mayor Pro Tem. ----~-~-~----~...",.."".,,== ..,.,~.~.~...."_..".=~~'-<-~..,..~""""" Page two. . . . . President/Mayor Pro T em June 2, 2006 In writing the Code, however we chose not restrict future Boards with respect to incumbent Trustees running for re-election. My memory of our discussion was so vivid that I thought we had placed that language in the code. However, in consulting the text, I see we did not. We were probably advised that the pool of those who wish to hold the position may vary from year to year and we should not hamstring ourselves from electing someone. We did add language that should a Trustee in the President/Mayor Pro Tem position become a candidate for Mayor, that office becomes vacant at the time of the filing of nominating petitions and a new President/Mayor Pro Tem should be elected by the Board. The terms of three of our Trustees expire in 2007, and I felt they should be able to choose to run or not run without the encumbrance of being President/Mayor Pro Tem. Those whose terms are up in 2007 are Trustee Michaele Skowron, Trustee John Korn and Trustee Hoefert. Although I have chosen not to nominate any of them, it is within our Code for any of the three to hold the office of President/Mayor Pro Tem and also to be a candidate for Trustee. At the time we consider this item on the agenda, I will nominate Trustee Michael Zadel to serve as PresidenVMayor Pro Tem. Although it might seem that I used the process of elimination to choose Trustee Zadel, I wholeheartedly endorse him. He has the type of employment that allows him to be available. He grew up in Mount Prospect, worked for the Village for a few years and has been a Trustee for nine years. His work and life experiences give him a knowledge base different from others on the Board. I also have appreciated his calm demeanor when we are discussing difficult issues. If I have misstated the availabilities of any of the Trustees who may wish to be considered, 1 apologize. If a Trustee wishes to nominate another candidate to the Mayor Pro Tem position, it is his/her prerogative. I will accept other nominations as outlined in the procedures. Thanks in advance for your participation in this always-difficult process. Feel free to contact me if you have comments or questions. ~ 1;. -aJ4 Irvana K. Wilks Mayor 't>e.S.\C:,.JA"TEb ~6~1OE)ST ?f2.C TD..\ ORDINANCE NO. 5423 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1 (VILLAGE PRESIDENT) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MouNT PROSPECT Passed and approved by the President and Board of Trustees the 6th day of April, 2004 Published in pamphlet form by authority of the corporate authorities of the Vii/age of Mount Prospect, Illinois, the 7th day of April, 2004 ORDINANCE NO. 5423 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 1 THE VILLAGE CODE O-F MOUNT PROSPECT BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD _ OF TRUSTE.ES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SECTION 1: Section 1.104 entitled "President Pro Tem" of Chapter 1 of the Mount Prospect Village Code shall be deleted in its entirety and a new Section 1.104, entitled "Designated President Pro Tem" shall be inserted in its place which shall be and read as follows: Sec. 1.104. Designated President Pro Tem. A Policy Statement. Good government demands, in the absence or disability of the Village President, that another elected official be continuously and readily available to fulfill the duties of the Office of Village President, especially in cases of emergency. The person selected to act in the stead ofthe Village President should be an experienced and committed trustee who has an excellent record of attendance at Village Board meetings. This person should also have a demonstrated ability to conduct and facilitate meetings and to make decisions in emergency situations. B. Creation of Office: Powers and Duties. There shall be in the Village an office known as Designated President Pro Tem. One Trustee shall be elected to such office and shall be authorized to perform the functions and duties the Village President is empowered to perform, but only under the following circumstances: 1. The Village President is absent from the Village and, for the purpose or implementing the authority of the Designated President Pro Tern, has notified the Village Manager's office of such absence; or 2. The Village Manager has been notified that the Village President is under a temporary disability which prevents the President from performing his or her duties; or 3. Immediate action is required of the Village President and good faith attempts by the office of the Village Manager to locate him or her have been unsuccessful within the time in which the action is required. C. Qualifications. 1. No person shall be appointed to the office of the Designated President Pro Tern unless he or she is a duly elected or appointed trustee of the Village of Mount Prospect. 2. Any person who has filed a nominating petition for the office of Village President shall be ineligible to occupy the office of Designated President Pro Tem. If a Designated President Pro Tem files nominating petitions for the Office of Village President, the office of Designated President Pro Tem shall immediately and automatically become vacant and shall be filled for the remainder of the term by following the procedures set forth in paragraph D "Selection." 3. A person who has not completed at least 365 days in office, as a Trustee, shall not be eligible for nomination as Designated President Pro Tern unless all of those trustees who are qualified have declined nomination for the office. D; Selection. The Designated President Pro Tem shall be elected as follows: 1. The Village President or any Trustee, acting in open session, may nominate without comment, a trustee for the office of Designated President Pro Tem; provided that in all instances the President shall have the right to make the first nomination. No Trustee may' nominate or second the nomination of himself or herself. 2. Upon receiving a second, the nominated Trustee shall become a candidate for this office. Nominations may then continue until a motion to close nominations is approved. 3. Nominations shall be closed on the motion, second and the majority vote of Trustees present at the meeting. 4. Discussion and consideration of the candidates and their qualifications may be discussed in open or upon appropriate vote of the President and Board of Trustees in closed session as provided by paragraph (c)3 of the Illinois Open Meetings Act, but the final vote must be taken in open session. 5. Upon the close of discussion, the Village Clerk shall call the vote on each nominated candidate in the order in which the nominations were made and seconded. Abstentions shall be counted as a "No" vote. Balloting shall continue until one of the candidates receives four affirmative votes of the President and Trustees voting jointly. That person shall become Designated President Pro Tem. No additional oath or bond shall be required. 6. E. Term of Office. The initial term of office of the Designated Pro Tem shall commence on the day of appointment and terminate June 30 of 2005 or until a successor has been selected. Thereafter, the Designated President Pro Tem shall be elected at the first regular meeting in June, take office on July 1 st and serve until June 30th of the following year or until a successor has been selected. The Designated President Pro Tem may be removed at any time by four affirmative votes of the President and trustees voting jointly. If such removal OCCurS, a successor shall be expeditiously selected for the remainder of the term in accordance with Paragraph D "Selection". F. Acting Village President, Vacancy. If a vacancy occurs in the office of Village President, the Designated President Pro Tem, may, in the sole discretion of the trustees, serve as Acting Village President until such time as a successor to fill the vacancy has been duly ejected and has qualified; or the trustees may select a new Acting Village President at any time during the vacancy. G. Absence or Disability of Designated President Pro Tern. If anyone of the circumstances described in (1), (2) or (3) of Subsection B of Section 1.104 is found to exist as to both the Village President and the Designated President Pro Tem, the Board of Trustees shall elect one of its members to act as President Pro Tem, who during the absence or disability of the President and the Designated President Pro Tem shall, temporarily perform the duties of the President. 2 ''''''.';'''"'''~'<'~'''''''''''-'"'''~''_''-''''',7:,",$''''',,",4~'=~''.,o;:;;:;1"'''P')='"'''''"'''''"''~''''''=''="'~~<~~'''''~'~'''"'''~''''''=.~"""-.r:!."5'sw,,,"~'=<>'<'=''''''__ - SECTION 2: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law. AYES: Corcoran, Hoefert, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Wilks NAYS: None ABSENT: Zadel PASSED and APPROVED this 6 thday of ATTEST: r ... :-....""" ,,-~ ..'"..,.. 3 Village of Mount Prospect Mount Prospect, Illinois INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM Mount Prospect ~ TO: BOARD OF TRUSTEES VILLAGE MANAGER MICHAEL JANONIS VILLAGE CLERK LISA ANGELL PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER MAURA EL METENNANI FROM: MAYOR IRVANA K. WILKS DATE: JUNE 2, 2006 SUBJECT: APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS/COMMISSIONS Youth Commission Appointments: I hereby nominate the following individuals for appointment to the Youth Commission: Steven M. Long 1431 North Park Drive 827-1898 Hersey High School 11 th Grade Paul Berauer 208 South Albert Street 253-4989 Prospect High School 12th Grade Term expires June 2007 Term expires June 2007 Please refer to the Appointee Information Sheets both individuals have filled out for additional information. Reappointments: Michael Artwohl Prospect High School 613 Pickwick Court 11th Grade 364-7854 Timothy Artwohl Prospect High School 613 Pickwick Court 9th Grade 364-7854 Nicole Braus Prospect High School 904 West Milburn Avenue 12th Grade 506-9060 Term expires June 2007 Term expires June 2007 Term expires June 2007 G. Brent Busse 22 South Louis Street 577 -8057 Sarah Corcoran, Chair 524 East Hill Street 506-9232 Michael Higginson 809 South Maple Street 870-0327 Alyssa Hillman 1906 Sioux Lane 296-6233 Nicole Logisz 1114 East Barberry Lane 577-7626 Andrew Steinweg 1307 North Pima Lane 298-6208 Derek Steinweg 1307 North Pima Lane 298-6208 Plannina and Zonina Commission Appointment - Associate Position: Mary Johnson 215 South Emerson Street 255-1061 Prospect High School 12th Grade Prospect High School 12th Grade St. Viator High School 11th Grade Hersey High School 11th Grade Hersey High School 11 th Grade Hersey High School 12th Grade Hersey High School 9th Grade Ms. Johnson's Appointee Information is included for your review. Reappointment: Leo Flores 111 North Emerson Street 255-1985 Police Pension Fund Board Appointment: Richard Eddington, Police Chief 407 South Carol Lane 290-5880 Term expires June 2007 Term expires June 2007 Term expires June 2007 Term expires June 2007 Term expires June 2007 Term expires June 2007 Term expires June 2007 Associate positions have no term expirations. Will fill next vacancy. Term expires May 2011 Replaces Willard DeFillipps who resigned. Term expires May 2007 Reappointment: Dennis Saviano 210 East Hiawatha Trail 255-1292 Term expires May 2008 I recommend confirmation of the appointments and reappointments of these individuals. ~~~ IRVANA K. WILKS I KW /rcc