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Home My WebLink About5. NEW BUSINESS 01/02/2007 MEMORANDUM Village of Mount Prospect Community Development Department Mount Prospect TO: MICHAEL E. JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER FROM: DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DATE: DECEMBER 29,2006 SUBJECT: PZ-34-06 - CONDITIONAL USE (GYM) 108 S. EMERSON STREET KIM BRANCH - APPLICANT The Planning & Zoning Commission transmits their recommendation to approve Case PZ-34-06, request to operate a gym, as described in detail in the attached staff report. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard the request at their December 14,2006 meeting. The Subject Property is located on the west side of Emerson Street, between Busse Avenue and Northwest Highway. The Subject Property, known as "The Emerson" is a mixed use development and includes approximately 14,000 square feet of retail/commercial space on the first floor and 52 residential condominium units above the first floor. The Petitioner proposes to modify the interior of the 4,020 sq. ft. tenant space and operate a gym. The Petitioner's floor plan for the operation indicates that the facility will include cardiovascular machines, a circuit training area, exercise machines, and a locker room. The locker room will have showers, lockers, saunas, and restrooms. The Petitioner proposes to market the facility to women only, and will offer exercise classes, personal training, nutritional counseling, and child care for members while they are using the facility. The Planning & Zoning Commission discussed whether the parking situation was sufficient. The Petitioner testified that all of the employees would park in the deck, which is only located a block from the proposed gym. The Petitioner explained that the gym offers circuit training and they switch machines throughout a 30-minute exercise routine. The general consensus of the Commission was the gym would be an asset to the downtown and would hopefully attract people to The Emerson development. The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend that the Village Board approve a request for a Conditional Use permit to operate a gym at 108 S. Emerson Street, Case No. PZ-34-06, subject to the condition that all employees park in the municipal parking deck. Please forward this memorandum and attachments to the Village Board for their review and consideration at their January 2,2006 meeting. Staff will be present to answer any questions related to this matter. Ijmc H:\PLAN\Pl<llllling & Zoning COMM\P&Z 2006\MEJ MClllOs:\PZ-34-06 MEJ MEMO (108 S EmerSOn CL - g}1ll).doc MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION CASE NO. PZ-34-06 Hearing Date: December 14, 2006 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 108 South Emerson Street PETITIONER: KAMB Co. dba elements diet &fitness PUBLICATION DATE: November 29,2006 PIN NUMBERS: 08-12-108-002/003/004 REQUESTS: Conditional Use approval for a gym MEMBERS PRESENT: Arlene Juracek, Chairperson Joseph Donnelly Leo Floros Marlys Haaland Ronald Roberts Richard Rogers Keith Youngquist Mary Johnson, Alternate STAFF MEMBER PRESENT: Judy Connolly, AICP, Senior Planner Ellen Divita, Deputy Director, Community Development Department INTERESTED PARTIES: Kim and Mark Branch Chairperson Arlene Juracek called the meeting to order at 7:31 p.m. Richard Rogers moved to approve the minutes of the November 22, 2006 meeting and Keith Youngquist seconded the motion. The motion was approved 6-0, with Joseph Donnelly and Arlene Juracek abstaining. Richard Rogers made a motion to continue case PZ-30-06 to the January 25,2007 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting. Keith Youngquist seconded the motion. The motion was approved 7-0. After hearing two previous cases, Chairperson Juracek introduced Case Number PZ-34-06 at 9:45 p.m.; a request for a Conditional Use. Judy Connolly, Senior Planner stated that the Subject Property is located on the west side of Emerson Street, between Busse Avenue and Northwest Highway. The Subject Property, known as "The Emerson" is a mixed use development and includes approximately 14,000 square feet of retail/commercial space on the first floor and 52 residential condominium units above the first floor. She said the Subject Property is zoned B5C Downtown Commercial Core Planned Unit Development and is bordered by the B5C district to the north, east, and west and by the Union Pacific (Metra) rail road tracks to the south. Ms. Connolly said the Subject Property obtained Conditional Use approval in 2004 for a Planned Unit Development, mixed use facility. The Subject Property includes 52 residential units and at least 8 commercial tenant spaces. She said shortly after the adjacent Lofts & Shops mixed-use project was approved, the developer entered into an agreement with the Village allowing them to lease up to 40 parking spaces in the Village's parking deck. Employees who work in the Lofts & Shops and The Emerson are required to park in the Village parking deck to ensure the surface and street parking spaces are available for customers. Ms. Connolly stated that similar to other mixed-use developments in the downtown, The Emerson includes an underground parking garage for the residential units. She said upon completion of construction, there will be 57 Arlene Juracek, Chairperson Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting December 14,2006 PZ-34-06 Page 2 surfaces spaces for The Emerson, The Lofts & Shops, the neighboring office space, restaurant, and bakery as well as 35 on street parking spaces immediately adjacent to the overall development. There is a cross access and shared parking agreement between all property owners for the interior parking lot and the spaces, except for the 6 noted on the site plan, are shared by all the businesses. In addition, the Village parking deck, located immediately north of the Subject Property, has 383 free parking spaces available for the public. Ms. Connolly said the Petitioner proposes to modify the interior of the 4,020 sq. ft. tenant space and o-perate a gym. She stated that the floor plan for the operation indicates that the facility will include cardiovascular machines, a circuit training area, exercise machines, and a locker room. The locker room will have showers, lockers, saunas, and restrooms. She said the Petitioner proposes to market the facility to women only, and will offer exercise classes, personal training, nutritional counseling, and child care for members while they are using the facility. Ms. Connolly stated that Staff reviewed the parking situation and found the Village Code requires the proposed gym provide 10 parking spaces in order to comply with Zoning Ordinance requirements as the Zoning Ordinance requires five spaces per 1,000 square feet, and then gives a 50% reduction due to the site's B5C zoning. She said most of The Emerson development was approved with a retail use in mind, but a retail use of the same square footage as the gym would also require 10 parking spaces ((4,020-1,500)/1,000 sq. ft. x 4). Therefore, the proposed gym will have the same parking need as the intended retail use and neighboring properties. Ms. Connolly said other departments reviewed the Petitioner's proposal and did not object to the proposed use. The only concern Staff has with the proposal is ensuring the surface parking lot spaces are available for short-term parking and that the parking deck is used for long-term parking. Ms. Connolly stated that based on these findings, the proposed gym meets the Conditional Use standards contained in Section l4.203.F.8 of the Zoning Ordinance and Staff recommends that the Planning & Zoning Commission approve the following motion: "To approve a Conditional Use permit to allow a gym to operate, as detailed in the Petitioner's application, at 108 S. Emerson St., Case Number PZ-34-06, subject to the condition that the elements diet &fitness employees park in the municipal parking deck." Ms. Connolly said the Village Board's decision is final for this case. Chairperson Juracek called for questions from the Commission. There were none. Chairperson Juracek swore in Kim Branch, 504 South See Gwun, Mount Prospect, Illinois, ovmer of elements diet and fitness. Ms. Branch thanked Staff for their help during this process. She stated she has purchased a license for three locations, the first being in Mount Prospect. Her intention is for the gym to have a spa-like feeling and provide an environment for women to exercise and socialize. She gave a brief presentation of the gym lay-out and her marketing plan. She asked for questions from the Commission. Richard Rogers stated that he likes this plan and said it will add to the vitalization of the downtown. Chairperson Juracek said she hopes this addition will also help draw new retail to the downtown. Chairperson Juracek asked what the hours of operation will be. Ms. Branch said initially, they will be open six days per week from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Leo Floros stated this type of business is great for downtown Mount Prospect and welcomed the Petitioner to downtown. Arlene Juracek, Chairperson Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting December 14, 2006 PZ-34-06 Page 3 Chairperson Juracek called for additional comments from the audience. Hearing none, the public hearing was closed at 9:55 p.m. Richard Rogers made a motion to approve a Conditional Use permit to allow a gym to operate, as detailed in the Petitioner's application, at 108 S. Emerson St., Case Number PZ-34-06, subject to the condition that the elements diet &fitness employees park in the municipal parking deck. Joseph Donnelly seconded the motion. UPON ROLL CALL: AYES: Donnelly, Floros, Haaland, Roberts, Rogers, Youngquist, Juracek NAYS: None Motion was approved 7-0. After hearing one additional case, Marlys Haaland made a motion to adjourn at 10:22 p.m., seconded by Keith Youngquist. The motion was approved by a voice vote and the meeting was adjourned. \ ; "'\ , -", ~ Stacey Dunll, ommunity Dev~opment Administrative Assistant H;\PLAN\PJal1uing & Zoning COMM\P&Z 2006\Milllltcs\PZ-34-06 108 S Elllcrson-CU Gym.doc Village of Mount Prospect Community Development Department CASE SUMMARY - PZ-34-06 LOCATION: 108 S. Emerson Street PETITIONER: OWNER: PARCEL #: LOT SIZE: ZONING: LAND USE: REQUEST: KAMB Co. dba elements diet & fitness Norwood Builders 08-12-108-002/003/004 0.74 acres B5C Planned Unit Development Mixed Use Development - Retail & Condominiums Conditional Use approval for a gym LOCATION MAP ~ :ENTRAL RD I /Jl I------- 1/. IT r 3: IF. tn: ;;::. :>> ." r MEMORANDUM Village of Mount Prospect Community Development Department TO: MOUNT PROSPECT PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION ARLENE JURACEK, CHAIRPERSON FROM: JUDY CONNOLLY, AICP, SENIOR PLANNER DATE: DECEMBER 7, 2006 HEARING DATE: DECEMBER 14,2006 SUBJECT: PZ-34-06 - CONDITIONAL USE (GYM) 108 S. EMERSON STREET (elements diet &jitness) BACKGROUND A public hearing has been scheduled for the December 14, 2006 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting to review the application by Kimberly and Mark Branch (KAMB Co.), (the "Petitioner") regarding the tenant space located at 108 S. Emerson Street (the "Subject Property"). The Petitioner is seeking Conditional Use approval to operate a gym. The P&Z hearing was properly noticed in the November 29, 2006 edition of the Journal Topics Newspaper. In addition, Staff has provided written notice to property owners within 250-feet and posted a Public Hearing sign on the Subject Property. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION The Subject Property is located on the west side of Emerson Street, between Busse Avenue and Northwest Highway. The Subject Property, known as "The Emerson" is a mixed use development and includes approximately 14,000 square feet of retail/commercial space on the first floor and 52 residential condominium units above the first floor. The Subject Property is zoned B5C Downtown Commercial Core Planned Unit Development and is bordered by the B5C district to the north, east, and west and by the Union Pacific (Metra) rail road tracks to the south. SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL The Petitioner proposes to modify the interior of the 4,020 sq. ft. tenant space and operate a gym. The attached information includes a floor plan for the operation and indicates that the facility will include cardiovascular machines, a circuit training area, exercise machines, and a locker room. The locker room will have showers, lockers, saunas, and restrooms. As detailed in the attached application, the Petitioner proposes to market the facility to women only, and will offer exercise classes, personal training, nutritional counseling, and child care for members while they are using the facility. GENERAL ZONING COMPLIANCE The Subject Property obtained Conditional Use approval in 2004 for a Planned Unit Development, mixed use facility. The Subject Property includes 52 residential units and at least 8 commercial tenant spaces. Shortly after the adjacent Lofts & Shops mixed-use project was approved, the developer entered into an agreement with the Village allowing them to lease up to 40 parking spaces in the Village's parking deck. Employees who work in the Lofts & Shops and The Emerson are required to park in the Village parking deck to ensure the surface and street parking lot is available for customers. PZ-35-06 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting December 14,2006 Page 3 Similar to other mixed-use developments in the downtown, The Emerson includes an underground parking garage for the residential units. Upon completion of construction, there will be 57 surfaces spaces for The Emerson, The Lofts & Shops, the neighboring office space, restaurant, and bakery as well as 35 on street parking spaces immediately adjacent to the overall development. There is a cross access and shared parking agreement between all property owners for the interior parking lot and the spaces, except for the 6 noted on the attached site plan, are shared by all the businesses. In addition, the Village parking deck, located immediately north of the Subject Property, has 383 free parking spaces available for the public. Staff reviewed the parking situation and found that the proposed gym requires 10 parking spaces to comply with Zoning Ordinance requirements (5 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. then 50% due to B5C zoning - Sec. 14.2224. 1). However, most of The Emerson development was approved with a retail use in mind, which would require 10 parking spaces for this space ((4,020-1,500)/1,000 sq. ft. x 4). Therefore, the proposed gym will have the same parking need as the intended retail use and neighboring properties. CONDITIONAL USE STANDARDS The standards for Conditional Uses are listed in Section 14.203.F.8 of the Village Zoning Ordinance and include seven specific findings that must be made in order to approve a Conditional Use. The following list is a summary of these findings: · The Conditional Use will not have a detrimental impact on the public health, safety, morals, comfort or general welfare; · The Conditional Use will not be injurious to the use, enjoyment, or value of other properties in the vicinity or impede the orderly development of those properties; · Adequate provision of utilities, drainage, and design of access and egress to minimize congestion on Village streets; and · Compliance of the Conditional Use with the provisions of the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, and other Village Ordinances. Other departments reviewed the Petitioner's proposal and did not object to the proposed use. The only concern Staff has with the proposal is ensuring the surface parking lot spaces are available for short-term trips and that the parking deck is used for long-term parking. RECOMMENDATION The proposed gym meets the Conditional Use standards contained in Section 14.203.F.8 of the Zoning Ordinance. Based on these findings, Staff recommends that the Planning & Zoning Commission approve the following motion: "To approve a Conditional Use permit to allow a gym to operate, as detailed in the Petitioner's application, at 108 S. Emerson St., Case No. PZ-35-06, subject to the condition that the elements diet & fitness employees park in the municipal parking deck." The Village Board's decision is final for this case. I concur: ~Jll~l, William J. ooney, AICP, DIrector of Commumty Development /jmc H:\PLAN\Plallnlng & Zoning COMM\P&Z 2006\StaffMemo\PZ.34-06 MEMO (108 S Emerson CU - G)ll1),doc VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT - Planning Division 50 S. Emerson Street Mount Prospect, lllinois 60056 Phone 847.818.5328 FAX 847.818.5329 Application for Conditional Use Approval Mount Prospect ~ z o - E-i i~ 00 Jilo!~ as!) x- ~ = as Case Number P&Z~~~ (Jy;- Development Name/Address SwG ~SifYl Hearing Date \z, ( . O\tl fo<l Address(es) (Street Number, Street) IT tR .f 7' ~ 4CJ2.0 s+: S. Elnerson 5fr.~ef t:lf-&:G5Se ",fye. Site Area (Acres) Property Zoning Total Building Sq. Ft. (Site) 'V Setbacks: Front . Rear Side Side Z sa I Building Height Lot Coverage (%) Number ofParlring Spaces Adjacent Land Uses: - ~ North South East West ~ E-i Tax ID J;lumber or ~ T PUt fX7t - VJ ~ ~ O~.lJ., \O7>.~ ~ 00 E-i , VJ S< ~ Legal Description (attach additional sheets if necessary) ~ j, ~~ ~::l ~~ 01 ~ ~ U ~ Telephone (day) 8:t-:t-. 2/2. tJbz/ oy bel<Jw Telephone (evening) State Zip Code / L (PC05(P ~ r::: ~~ ~6 O~i It ~I ~ \,oJ ~ z 8~ <~ i.~ e~ ~. 0 ~~ == ~s ego ~Q) ~. [) ~Q UI < = Name Corporation }MrwtJod E~M Ll_C Street Address City State Zip Code Developer Name Address Attorney!: 7Ti!J'ltlltf.$ J Name ']:b.! u c li /) t." I/> Address / I ~ . 12t{~fpy; 7fr:e . Ilrl/ni}-ft;n of&.. I L bOOM ./ / Surveyor Name Address Engineer Name Address Architect Name dOhn 2&,'eel~ Address 5/1.:5. .see. 6WtJIlI A-re. UJ.. prw~pecl- /L. t.lOosy I Landscape Architect Name Address Mount Prospect Department of Community Development 50 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect Illinois Telephone (day) Telephone (evening) Fax: Email Telephone (day) Fax Email Telephone (day) 641 577. 2.777 Fax t344. 577. 2. 7tJ I Emailpt1lcmahPP1@c:ihnI{fuJ. &m Telephone (day) Fax Email Telephone (day) Fax Email Telephone (day): 81/.392 ./6#l) Fax U::J.fJ?.2./51 CJ Email dC- zan;h/{ecf{i) wu,ot). C,r;wJ '-' Telephone (day): Fax Email Phone 847.818.5328 Fax 847.818.5329 10/24/06 16:43 FAX 847 655 7701 ~ HU~I .~ r r::'.:l ~5 0: ;:'01 j; OOr:: u <: s~ rJ:l~ ~~ ~r2 ~~ g:~ PrQPosed ()>nditlt)nal Use (as listed in the ~oning di!l~riCI) I4J 003/007 {TUE);l,O 17 2006 13:08/ST.13:07!NO. 5112070571 P 2 il Describe ill Detail the :Bulldillgs and A,l;tivities Pr(lposed and How ~e Proposed Use Meets th~ Attached Standar~ tQr Conditional Use Approval (attach additional sheets if necessary) t P ~ S<'i'e, ~ ~p ;P#IIL!5e.. ) t!1M1t:n?'S wdl' h<:~~ L~ ~t!de ~~:'~~ wtt!AJ44 t!LA:Jk~ ~~ ~ ~ ~~ . ~~~~~~ -- .#~. ~~~;f;~~h-.p...~~ - +~. ~ ' ~-:~ ~ -'~ ~ ~ 7/AuJ(~ ~t:," . --- . '~/h~~~ tJ Setbacks: Front &:at Side '. Building Height 5' 6f()tlte;~ Lot Coverage (%) urnba o(Parldng ~laces (PloP "fJ[me.~~ "1':;.'-' .PLease note tba.t the applicarlot1 will not be reviewed until this petition hss;been fully completed and al] n:qu:ired plans Qlld othel' matenllll> have been satisfactorily submitted to {h~ Planning Division. Inco~lete: submittals will not be accepted. Tt is strongly suggested that rile petitioner sChedule an appointment with. the appropriate Village staff SQ that materials can be reviewed fur accuracy and completeness at the time oCsuhnnual. In consi~cration or the information contained in l:hia petition as well a6 all supporting documentation, it is requested that approval be given to this rc'luest. The applicant is thc owner or autbo~ed represem1.lrive of the owner of the property. The petilioner and the owner of the propcrl)' g;rlml t:mployees of the Village of Mount Prospect and theIr ~8el1ts pcrmisaiQD to enter On the property during reasonable hours for visual inapccticD of the sl.lbj~t property. J hereby affinn that all information provided her~in and in all materials liUbmithld in association with this appHClltlQn <Ire true an~ accurate t(l~e best ~y knowledge. Applicant ~ ~ Datt\ /0/ /,...Z~ Print Name ' :4 . If applicant is not propeny owner: ,. " I hereby desi gnate the applicant to act as my agent fOT th~ purpose of seek~ng the V ariation( s) described in this application d the associated s ppoJ:ting materiaL- _ _ ~ ~ tJ~ , I L.c.....c..... fJ-~~ - (J Propeny Owner / Date I () < I '7 . () f!:; Mount Prospect epartmc.:n ConttnUJ1ity Development 50 South :emerson Street. Mount Prospect ll1inois www.mountprospect,org 3 Phone 847.818,5328 Fax 847.818.5329 TDD 847.392.6064 bt-,,~;-or;r.- . 11/29/2005 15:15 8472594422 KIM BRANCH PAGE 02 11: 111'1, di( ~I'" ) .~~ OfPORTUNl1Y lbis plan provides a high level detail of the development of elements™, premium diet and fitness centers. This is a national licensed brand of diet & fitness with the Chicago~ Illinois market to be developed by KAMB Co. The first three clubs are to be owned and operated by Kim &. Mark Branch (KAMB Company) who have 18 years combined experience in sales, recroiting, management, operations~ distribution and commercial real estate ex.perience. A full time club/sales director and lifestyle manager will be hired to run the day to day operations with KAMB overseeing the marketing, sales, procurement and back office operations. Elements™ is a much needed product in the Northwest Suburban marketplace. given a current evaluation of existing operators. Elementsnl represents a solid business opportunity because: ,. Resee:t(:h shows product and semce is needed in the mark.et · An experienced local operations team very familiar with the market · Multiple elements™ clubs operating in the area win optimize economies of scale .. The elementl'M brand name and corporate team help to add years of industry experience and proven marketing/operation strategies The streamlined approach to operations allows for a model which is easily duplicated, and easy to manage. Because of the stylish design and exceptionally progressive service offerings, we expect to attract the top female demographics in the area. From the moment they walk in the door, our members will feel invigorated, inspired, and confident and that feeling will carry through their everyday routines. ElementsT.AI will become a place they consider a pemument part of their life. Because elementsTM is a national licensed business, we will take advantage of a turnkey solution to our business operations. Initial and continued support will be provided to us from our corporate team. This will include~ but is not limited to~ Elements Leadership Institute~ in-store & online assistance, fresh marketing & sales support materials, branding campaigns, and national advertising. Additionally~ the will promote best practices, advice and proven methods and information systems. Project TJMe!t"e: It is our goal to have our first of three clubs operating by February. 2008 or before depending on space availability. Our targeted market is the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago because the demographics are strong, the need is huge and it is in close proximity to ownership which will are key during a start up. Typically, the build out period for a project of this type is under 4 months. during .,~ .'-"'. l' ~r .r!', '~~~" r. I 11/29/2005 15:15 8472594422 KIM BRANCH PAGE 03 I dk]. ::, I : :i Tf";' i' :C~"".:~~~y :,'i ,!_i)"", '. ') . ir' . ~~ i" l'I;~1 , ."I";.~i~l H .;~'lJ' .. "''1~ ;~~~IIr'i : "')~ which time a "pre..opening" campaign for sales and marketing will be in effect. Staff members will be pre-registering members in an on-site preview center to ensure a stronger opening. Our goal is to have at least 1 00 members signed up before we open our doors. The proposed timeline is as fonows: · Securing Location &. Lease Negotiation ((j..9 months) · Desi~ Permitting and Planning (1-2 months) . Construction (3-5 months) Business Concel'-.t: Elements1M is a national premiere fitness and living brand. The Miami based company features an innovative approach to selling health and titness in our boutique-style health clubs. Our 3,500 - 5,000 square foot store in the North & Northwest Suburbs of Chicago will offer membership based fitness and weight loss servi.ce~ as well as other "profit centers" such as personal training, Pilates, yoga & fitness instmction, diet & lifestyle coaching, spa sauna lk. hydro massage, retail & supplement area, and convenient play room for busy mothers with young children. Elements™ differs from other health club providers by promoting healthy living solutions and effective weight management through a "balanced lifestyle" approach. Our services focus on body, beauty, and mind. Our regular fitness membership win include the use of' Smartcard' technology in which we will be the first in the area to introduce this cutting edge personalization for our members. Additionally, we will offer Pilates private and group instructio~ with some classes being held on very specialized fitness equipment, which only one other premiere Chicago based health facility offers. Additionally, our industry experts have created healthy eating and diet plans that can be personalized for our members. About tilt! ele1Mnts' elm: Elements™ are styli~ hip 3,000- 6,000 square foot lifestyle centers featuring six components: a retail.based welcome center (reception & retail sales), a "motion" area ('SmartcanJl circuit and cardia stations), yoga, Pilates &. fitness studio, semi.. private personal training area, as wen as a refreshing spa area which includes a private changing area, restroom. showers, sa~ lockers. relaxation &. hydro massage room. Additionally, because this market has a high number of young families, we will provide a convenient childcare room for our members to utilize for a small fee. There will also be private coaching offices. Typk.l S"b""-,,, aub lAytJut -{etltllrlng 8 d&tl1Ict lifestyle zo,,~: · Circuit workout (Smartcard technology) .. Cardio Theater (plug into favorite show or music) .. Yoga" Pilates & specialty times! (Premium Private &. Group sessions) .. Private Exercise (Individual &. Group Personal Training) .. Members Locker Room, Sauna.. Hydro Massage & Lounge .~ .,r' ." f ,f ",...fl' ." ,\ ..)r ",!/).. . . ..t~.. . .r' " ." "'" r 11/29/2005 15:15 8472594422 KIM BRANCH PAGE 04 I: d!ct _1 · Diet & Personal Coaching Room · Check In. Retail & Supplements Area · Kid's Fun Zone (children's play room) Fitness Ind_fIy BilCkllnJ_d: The marketplace of today is much different than in the recent past. Consumers are more educated and time-pressed than ever, and seek products which are specifically tailored to their needs. Many industries have rushed to fiU the needs of today's :savvy consumer, as evidenced by a surge in internet based retailers, well branded lifestyle franchises (such as ONe), as well as upscale service oriented hotels. Today's consumer is also more aware of health and fitness than ever before. and desires to actively make their quality of life better. Although the consumer has changed dramatically in the past 20 ye~ the general product offered by the health club industry has not. Newly constructed fitness clubs, while more modem, are essentially identical to their predecessors, which helps to explain who only 12% of a given population will commit to join a full-service, no personalized attention, health club - their needs are not currently being met. Be"lth & FlMas l"dutl'y f_/Ets: · 2004 health club revenue in the United States was $14.8 billion (International Health racquet and Sportclub Association) (IHRSA) .. Revenue in the health, fitness, and beauty industries totaled more than $45 billion · Slightly more women (52%) than men (48%) are health club members It 89D1O oiUS women have expressed some dissatismction with their current physical appearance · According to Deutsche Bank. research, "on there are not enough clubs to serve the growing market of aging baby boomers... building more clubs will be a necessity to meet the growing demand. II · IHRSA's Guide to the health club industry for lenders & investors states, "...from 2002 to 2012, there is reason to believe that the health club industry will be buoyant... " · In the past 1 0 years, health club membership in the U.S. has grown by an average compound annual growth rate of 4.8% · If health club membership continues to grow at its current compound rate of 4.8%, then U.S. health club membership will reach 51.4 million up from 32.8 million. .. To a significant extent, the U.S. health club industry remains "supply..(iriven"; this is to say that in large part every new club creates its own large coterie of new first-time members. Currently, according to research by American Sports Data, 46% of all health club members are first time members, i.e. the club to which they belong is the first and only club they have ever joined. BOlin of Opntd!gn: (May Change) Elements TM will initially be open six days a week, with the projected hours of ')Il .,*.' J '~\\ ::r .. l 11/29/2005 15:15 8472594422 KIM BRANCH PAGE 05 I dlet )""1d hn :('(:;5 n1" operation being Mon-Fri 6:30 or 7:00 8.m. - 8:00 or 8:30 p.m. and Saturday 8:00a.m. - 4:00p.m. Since the workouts are typically 3S minutes or less, nearly every schedule can be accommodated in our workout program. We will adjust houtS as needed if majority of members are asking for extended hours. LQ(;AIION AliD MA~:r RESEARCH The Northwest Suburban area of Chicago~ Illinois has many upscale areas. The club will be located in an area that is heavily traveled within the market. The club win be located on a street with high visibility and access to major roadways9 with easy in / out and parking access and retailers that women regularly visit. It win also be a center that is not too large in which the club could get lost, but big enough that there is plenty of traffic to the center. CLWMANAGE~ STIWCr~ The elements corporate team brings many years of industry experience to the project. as club owners; operators, and managers. This is complemented by our experienced local team, who will be responsible for the day to day operations of the business. The club will be led by the owner Kim Btanch~ who will be assisted by an experienced. support staff and industry consultant and husband. The in-store management team is composed. of the Club Director, Lifestyle Manager~ Lifestyle Consultants, (2 -4 per club), Personal Coach It. Group Exercise Instructors (2-5 per club), Playroom Supervisor (one part time). At maturity, elements will have a staff of 6-12 including managers, consultants, trainers, and general staff. The Club >>iNdo, oversees all operations of elements™. First and foremo~ they foc:us on marketing, sales & recruiting/staffing. This position is responsible fur the implementation and supervision of all budgets, procedures, reptions, rules, protocols, programs, activities, promotions, guidelines &. policies. They will close about 80% of the sales and be the face behind the elements™ community. This person reports into the owner. This person will possess a B. S. degree (or equivalent work experience) with a minimum of 4 years industry experience in sales with and 18+ months in management. The Lifestyk Couultlmt is to supervise all front desk operation. They win run the club in the Club Director's absence. They are expected to close 2001'0 of membership sales each month Balance of sales will be completed by the club consultants and trainers on a commissioned basis. This person will have a minimum of 1 year sales experience out of a service type of business and excellent customer service skills, and 5 years over all work: experience. This person will work under Club Director and be expected to run the front desk area, drive sales and assist with marketing campaigns. They will monitor the general work out floor and be expected to recognize future sales opportunities and take 'care' of the club with regards to cleau1iness, supplies and towel/locker 5el'Vice XI .,,r t r l' l. ".It .tJt l 11/29/2006 16:16 8472594422 KIM BRANCH PAGE 06 I .~::~1hr,j;, ~rs'~~~1" I~;~ u' h. ,!'::,~.. ,. De Dlncto, of Llfatyk EnhllllCe,."t ~ntJlUIl ttvd,sjll8. diet &ftinus mallllfe,) is responsible for the overall heal~ diet &. fitness programming within the club, including the group class schedule~ personal training department. fitness floor staff. and impJementation of new programming. Pel'lolllll Code. (TfIIl"o) &- Fitness JlI6trllCton Ideally these persons will have a B.S. (or advanced degree) in Exercise Science (or related). certified in personal training &. fitness instruction with at least S years experience in the industry. The personal coach will also have a flair for sales and will be responsible for selling personal training~ specialty classes & diet coaching. Ll!eatyk CtHreh, Currently a Life Coach, counselor and teacher at a major university, with 12 plus years experience in counseling for stress management as it relates to work. home. children, relationship and time. Proven experience in helping clients with problem solving~ relaxation techniques, active parenting skUls~ goal planning and implementation, .and has worked on site at clients home to help with stress and parenting. Helped many clients assess their needs and come up with a plan to help feel better about their life through the mind, body and sow. All programs have elements of diett exercise and relaxation, which ties in well with elements 1M. core philosophy. Will work on an as needed consulting basis to our staff and will host seminars at elements throughout the year. ~UB MANAGE~ & KEY PERSO~L BACKGROUNDS Owller, Kbnbe,ly (XIM) B1'IIIIch Kim has a B. S. Degree in Fitness Leadership from lllinois State University and 16+ successful years in business with positions to include: sa1es~ marketing and management. Industries include: direct mail advertising~ recruitin& technology. fitness and commercial real estate. Positioned in key roles for two start-up companies and recruited over 90 people within two years and increased sales by 70% with the other within 18 months. Have managed a staff of up to 12 in both sales & operations areas within multiple markets. 12 out of 16 years have been spent in a 100% commissioned environment Kim is extremely self- motivated. with an entrepreneurial spirit and love for fitness. In addition, Kim is wen networked throughout her community and has taken seats on school boards~ coaches local sport teams (so does her hllSband) .frequents local businesses and has worked with the village on other commercial real estate transactions. With these connections and abi1j~ to network, she will have the capability to easily market and brand elements in not only her communityt but other local communities near her. Co-OwIIer, Mti.t:k Bnmch Mark has a B. S. Degree in Business with a focus in Marketing & Management He currently works as a Branch Manager for Bradee Supply Company (building material distributor)~ in Calwnet Park, Dlinois. Mark is responsible for daily operations of $10 MM business. Mark intends to support the business by initially .~; ~~ '.- 'I ~;;o ',." " f ! },. ,': .. 'v~ ..J..,. . ~t ., ..-'~ ,'''\~ '"f' , 11/29/2005 15:15 8472594422 KIM BRANCH PAGE 07 I ,,,Ji' t, i'll ~ " . ,J,~'. rll"'~lllIIl.i"r' I, II':t 1'li!bI\:t'~ __,",,'f<<;): .: ;" !~.:. :.' 't~~~i', I '~ ~. ',' ,(Ij"~f'J.!li1 .111 continuing his work with Bradco. taking care of aU household bills and expenses and will help Kim manage her responsibilities between home and a new business. He will also consult Kim on decisions for the business and plans to join Kim when the opportunity presents itself. We anticipate this event happening when club #2 has reeched maturity and for the opening of dub number 3. Fitness IndllStry COlI$lIlt4nt. Will be hired on a monthly basis to assist with the initial new club development and on-going training. This person will work hand in hand with the management team while training and mentoring staff in the operations of a fitness club. This will include but not be limited to the following: .. Analysis of Budgets & Financial Statements and recommendations .. Yearly revenue & expense projections .. Set up entire clubs budget (including marketing & payroll) · Set up initial marketing & prospecting plan It Set up sales procedure & methodology .. Initial Analysis of entire clubs' procedure. policies & philosophies · New Club Development - business planning through grand opening www.elementsforwomen.com ;r~ .Iii""' r ,}i'l.. .Jr.. I." l ] secondary entry " ./ /' / / ( I / I private exercise I area I \ \ \ \ '\ "- , '-. '-. ~"' '-. sauna ~, I I "- '\ \ \ \ \ energy room I I I I ! 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' " I '. i 10/24/06 16:43 FAX 847 655 7701 "\;"-;,'" .-:.'";'i.'-:-~;r:~~:.\ ,::~~':~:~\~.';~ ~;';.~~:~.;~~ ::::\ ~ ;;':"",:. \ .1 :;-.;=:' ::,' '::: ':'I:l~; '.;""~~ ':,\:".; ~ . : , '''. .;~ ~:I ; , : \ ~ $ n : - -~~ . ~I ^ ... m~ T~ "" @- ~ .J._.U., ~ .I;!t :>l '" V It...,- I V -, I I i no! 'I IJ~!~n! ii. fi ~ P n ! I Iii! ~ lo~~ ~~i I [ Ii Ii ii lIull~ ! -+-.-.-.---.-+----- j . .1 . I I I ! l4J 006/007 i,.~ 'rLL f Iii: " 'It .( , "'- -:II. If - I ~I~'I ~ I !!!i ~ i I'-~al i ~I i ~==t J I I t'B~1l!) : ! i *' 1 i I -e ,.. , , -6 I I I r r ! December 21, 2006 Mr. William Cooney, AICP Director of Community Development Village of Mount Prospect 50 S. Emerson Street Mount Prospect, IL 60056 Dear Mr. Cooney, The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a Conditional Use Permit to lease & operate 'elements™ diet & fitness' center in The Emerson by a 7-0 vote. The space will occupy 4,020 square feet located at 108 S. Emerson Street in Mount Prospect. Our request is scheduled to go before the Village Board for the ordinance's first reading on January 2,2007. Weare requesting that the Village Board waive the second reading, tentatively scheduled for January 16,2007, and take final action at the January 2nd meeting. We are eager to start the project as soon as possible. I appreciate your consideration and assistance in facilitating this request. Please contact me if you have any questions or need additional information. Best Regards, Kim & Mark Branch Owners - elements ™ diet & fitness 504 S. See Gwun Ave. Mt. Prospect, IL 60056 (847) 506-0886 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 108 SOUTH EMERSON STREET WHEREAS, Kimberly and Mark Branch (KAMB Co.), ("Petitioner") has filed a petition for a Conditional Use permit with respect to property located at 108 South Emerson Street, ("Subject Property") and legally described in Exhibit "A". WHEREAS, the Petitioner seeks a Conditional Use permit to operate a 4,020 square foot gym; and WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on the request for a Conditional Use being the subject of PZ-34-06 before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Mount Prospect on the 14th day of December 2006, pursuant to proper legal notice having been published in the Mount Prospect Journal &Topics on the 29thth day of November 2006; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has submitted its findings and recommendations to the President and Board of Trustees in support of the request being the subject of PZ- 34-06; and WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees ofthe Village of Mount Prospect have given consideration to the request herein and have determined that the same meets the standards of the Village and that the granting of the proposed Conditional Use permit would be in the best interest of the Village. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACTING IN THE EXERCISE OF THEIR HOME RULE POWERS: SECTION ON E: The recitals set forth are incorporated as findings of fact by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect. SECTION TWO: The President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect do hereby grant to the petitioner a Conditional Use, as provided in Section 14.203. F. 7 of the Village Code, to allow the development of a GYM, as shown on the Site Plan, a copy of which is attached hereto and hereby made a part hereof as Exhibit "B". As a condition ofthe Conditional Use permit all Fitness and Elements employees shall park in the municipal parking deck. SECTION THREE: The Village Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to record a certified copy of this Ordinance with the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County. SECTION FOUR: 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: NAYS: ABSENT: PASSED and APPROVED this day of January 2007. Irvana K. Wilks Mayor ATTEST: M. Lisa Angell Village Clerk /..~.[). . H:\CLKO\files\WIN\ORDINANC\C USE1 08s.emersonstreetgymjan2007 .doc U Page 3/4 PZ-34-06, 108 S. Emerson St. Exhibit A Parcell: Lots 1, 4, and 5 in Block 13 in Busse and Wille's Resubdivision in Mount Prospect in the wets half of Section 12, Township 41 North, Range 11 East of the Third Principal Meridian, according to the plat thereof recorded March 31, 1906 as document number 3839591, in Cook County, Illinois. Parce I 2 Lot 3 in Village Centre Phase 1-B, being a resubdivision of the northwest quarter of Section 12, Township 41 North, Range 11 East of the Third Principal Meridian, according to the plat thereof recorded December 6, 2001 as document number 00111 55055, in Cook County, Illinois. Page 4/4 PZ-34-06, 108 S. Emerson St. ~:~-:~ ~:(~~\ \ I \ I \ I \ I ~>-4 ~: ':~ DoD] //--...... graVltyp1jate:;!...--_, /nlfw '- ~ " (~: :~ ~: :~ \ I \ I '--.-....../ '...... // ~- // " " / / / I I private. exercise I area \ \ \ \ \ " '- ", ] (~~~r. ~ I \ / M:,:=/m~"~1i ~ .__/~ Exhibit B S9conda,ry enlly ", , " " \ \ \ energy root I / I I / / / -.-// -- playroom massage sauna storage lockers. H:\CLKO\files\WIN\ORDINANC\C USE108s.emersonstreetgymjan2007.doc Molmt Prospect ~ Mount Prospect Public Works Department INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: VILLAGE MANAGER MICHAEL E. JANONIS &~~~ \ I~ dl FROM: PROJECT ENGINEER DATE: DECEMBER 20, 2006 SUBJECT: ELMHURST AVENUE PARKING RESTRICTION STUDY The Safety Commission transmits their recommendation to prohibit parking along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue from Henry Street to a point 150' south. The west side of Elmhurst Avenue between Central Road and Henry Street currently does not have any daytime parking restrictions. Throughout the work week as well as on Saturday, vehicles are often seen parked along this block. The vehicles mostly belong to Post Office employees. In addition, some of the parking is generated from the commercial building to the north of the Post Office. With vehicles parked close to Henry Street coupled with a solid fence at the southwest comer of the intersection, it is extremely difficult for motorists stopped at the stop sign on Henry Street to see northbound vehicles on Elmhurst A venue. The fence is only five-feet behind the Elmhurst Avenue curb but entirely on private property. A sub-standard right-of-way width along the 0 block of N. Elmhurst Avenue has allowed fences and garages to be built close to the street. Without the ability to move the fence, Staffs analysis focused on the minimum distance parking should be prohibited along Elmhurst A venue based on the sight line for a motorist stopped on Henry Street beyond the fence. The key concern is the ability of this motorist to see northbound vehicles on Elmhurst Avenue in order to safely turn left. According to engineering practice, a motorist on Henry Street needs to be able to see a northbound vehicle on Elmhurst Avenue at least 300' from the intersection in order to safely turn left. This is assuming the northbound vehicle is traveling at the speed limit (25mph). In order to achieve this condition, parking would need to be prohibited for the first 150' south of Henry Street. By prohibiting parking along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue for the first 150' south of Henry Street, it is estimated four parking spaces would be lost. It does not appear this would be a hardship for the Post Office, the other businesses or nearby residents as there were always some off-street spaces available in the parking lots observed during Staffs study. A majority of the residents and businesses surveyed did not object to the recommended parking restriction near the intersection. This issue was discussed at the November 11, 2006 Safety Commission Meeting. Residents and businesses in the area were invited to attend. One resident, the petitioner, was in attendance. The Safety Commission concurred with Staff s recommendation to prohibit parking to make the intersection safer for motorists and pedestrians. page 2 of2 Elmhurst Avenue Parking Restriction Study December 20, 2006 By a vote of 8-0, the Safety Commission recommends to prohibit parking along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue from Henry Street to a point 150' south (Section 18.2006 of the Village Code). Please include this item on the January 2nd Village Board Meeting Agenda. Enclosed are the Safety Commission Minutes from the meeting as well as a location map for your reference. -#2,J Matthew P. Lawrie cc: Village Clerk Lisa Angell h: \engineering\trafficlsafety _commission Irecs&min Idec06rec2.doc ELMHURST A VENUE PARKING RESTRICTION STUDY ~ VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT Director Glen R. Andler Mount Prospect Deputy Director Sean P. Dorsey Mount Prospect Public Works Department 1700 W . Central Road, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056-2229 MINUTES OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT SAFETY COMMISSION DRAFT CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Mount Prospect Safety Commission was called to order at 7:05 p.m. on Monday, December 11, 2006. ROLL CALL Present upon roll call: Chuck Bencic John Keane Kevin Grouwinkel Fred Pampel Carol Tortorello Buz Livingston Jeff Schmitz Paul Bures Matt Lawrie Absent: Marshall Petersen Chairman Vice Chairman Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Fire Department Representative Police Department Representative Public Works Representative Traffic Engineer - Staff Liaison Commissioner Others in Attendance: Ken Kapps, 315 Russel Street APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Bures, seconded by Commissioner Keane, moved to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Safety Commission held on November 13,2006. The minutes were approved by a vote of 7-0. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD There was no one in attendance that spoke on an issue not on the agenda. ,. Phone 847/870-5640 Fax 847/253-9377 www.mountprospect.org OLD BUSINESS At the November Safety Commission Meeting, Commissioner Keane asked that Staff inspect the intersection of Central Road and Westgate Road and determine whether the sign at the northeast comer is considered a sight obstruction according to Village Code. Traffic Engineer Lawrie informed the Commission that the sign has been removed. NEW BUSINESS A) ELMHURST AVENUE PARKING RESTRICTION STUDY 1) Background Information Mr. Ken Kapps, 315 N. Russel Street, requested the Village prohibit parking along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue near Henry Street. A solid white fence at the southwest comer of the intersection coupled with on-street parking makes it difficult to see Elmhurst Avenue traffic from Henry Street. 2) Existing Conditions Current Parking Regulations 1. According to the Village Code, parking is restricted to 2-hours along the east side of Parking Elmhurst Avenue between Henry Street and 180' north of Central Road. 2. According to the Village Code, there is no stopping, standing or parking along the east side of Elmhurst Avenue from Central Road to a point 180' north (in front of the mail drop-off lane). 3. There are no daytime parking regulations along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue between Henry Street and Central Road. 4. There are no daytime parking regulations along Henry Street near Elmhurst Avenue. 5. According to the Village Code, parking is restricted to 2-hours along the east and west sides of Ridge Avenue between Henry Street and Central Road. 6. According to the Village Code, parking is prohibited on all Village streets from 2:00am- 6:00am. Neighborhood Lavout 1. Elmhurst Avenue north of Central Road is approximately 37' wide (back-of-curb to back-of- curb). Near Henry Street, it tapers to 26' wide. 2. The homes along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue actually have frontage along Ridge Avenue too. The garages are adjacent to Elmhurst Avenue with only a few of them having access to Elmhurst Avenue. 3. Sidewalk exists along the east side of Elmhurst Avenue and both sides of Henry Street. 4. The Post Office rear parking lot has approximately 165 spaces of which half are reserved for mail trucks and half are for employees. The front parking lot has approximately 40 spaces for visitors. 5. The businesses at 15 & 19 N. Elmhurst Avenue share a parking lot of approximately 25 spaces. 6. A solid white fence exists at the southwest comer of Elmhurst Avenue and Henry Street. It is located on private property, 22' from the back-of-curb along Henry Street and 5' from the back-of-curb along Elmhurst Avenue. 7. The width of the right-of-way along Elmhurst Avenue between Henry Street and Central Road is only 47'. The typical right-of-way width for a residential street is 66'. Given the location of garages and fences along the west side of the street, it would be difficult to obtain the full 66' of right-of-way. Phone 847/870-5640 r~.z~x a4II.2G3...g<~17 \;v\N\N .mountprospect.mg Current Parking Conditions 1. During typical working hours Monday-Friday, vehicles are parked along the west side of Elmhurst A venue between Henry Street and Central Road. During random checks throughout the week, the area between Central Road and 17 Ridge Avenue was usually fully occupied by vehicles. Between 17 Ridge Avenue and Henry Street, there were typically a few parked vehicles. 2. On Saturdays, vehicles again were parked along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue. 3. Henry Street and Ridge Avenue did not experience a significant amount of on-street parking. 4. The rear parking lot at the Post Office was usually full or nearly full during working hours. The number of occupied spaces in the front parking lot fluctuated throughout the day. 5. The parking lot at 15 & 19 N. Elmhurst Avenue was usually halffull during working hours. 6. The east side of Elmhurst A venue between Henry Street and Central Road rarely experienced on-street parking during the study. 3) Staff Study Issues 1. Earlier this year, the resident at 21 Ridge Avenue replaced a chain linked fence with a solid white fence along the backyard. A permit was issued for this work and the fence was installed per Code. Vehicles stopped at the stop sign on Henry Street at Elmhurst Avenue used to be able to look through the fence and landscaping with limited visibility. Now, with a solid fence, vehicles must move closer to the intersection beyond the stop bar to see opposing traffic. 2. The on-street parking along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue appears to be mostly Post Office employees. When vehicles are parked close to Henry Street, the combination of the fence and vehicles force motorists on Henry Street to pull into the intersection in order to see northbound vehicles. This situation increases the chances of an accident. Evaluation 1. According to the Police Department, there have not been any recorded accidents at Elmhurst Avenue and Henry Street over the past three years because ofthe sight obstruction concern. 2. The severity of the sight obstruction and the potential for accidents, however, causes the Engineering Staff concern and to consider prohibiting parking near the intersection. 3. It appears the Post Office relies on on-street parking for its employees. Therefore, the amount of on-street parking prohibited should be kept to a minimum while still improving safety for motorists. 4. The key concern is the ability of eastbound motorists on Henry Street to see northbound vehicles on Elmhurst Avenue in order to safely turn left. According to engineering practice, a motorist on Henry Street needs to be able to see a northbound vehicle on Elmhurst Avenue at least 300' from the intersection in order to safely turn left. This is assuming the northbound vehicle is traveling at the speed limit (25mph). In order to achieve this condition, parking would need to be prohibited for the first 150' south of Henry Street. 5. By prohibiting parking along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue for the first 150' south of Henry Street, it is estimated four parking spaces would be lost. It does not appear this would be a hardship for the Post Office, the other businesses or nearby residents as parking is not often seen in this area and there were always some off-street spaces available in the parking lots observed during our study. 6. It would not be recommended to only restrict parking during certain hours as a vehicle parked near the intersection at any time presents a sight obstruction concern and the potential for an accident. 7. Nearby residents and businesses were given the opportunity to send the Village comments on this issue. Four responses were received. Phone 847/87Q-5640 Fay [\471:25',2,<)3'/7 \/ij\]'!,Ml. i"no u ntprc'-~3-pGGt. of9 4) Recommendation Based on the traffic study performed by the Engineering Staff, the Village Traffic Engineer recommends prohibiting parking (No Parking Any Time) along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue from Henry Street to a point 150' south. 5) Discussion Chairman Bencic opened the discussion to the audience. Ken Kapps, 315 Russel Street, shared his concern with not being able to see traffic on Elmhurst Avenue because of the fence and on- street parking when stopped at Henry Street. Because of his concern, he wrote a letter to the Village suggesting that parking be prohibited near the intersection. Chairman Bencic brought the issue back to the Commission and asked Traffic Engineer Lawrie to present Staffs study and recommendation. Traffic Engineer Lawrie provided a brief presentation on the issue. Chairman Bencic asked if the sight obstruction ordinance applies to private property. Traffic Engineer Lawrie said that Staff researched the Village Code and verified the ordinance only applies to public property. The fence was installed on private property and meets code. There was some general discussion on the impact of obtaining the full 66' wide right-of-way including removal of fences and garages. Commissioner Grouwinkel asked if the stop sign and stop bar could be moved closer to the intersection. Traffic Engineer Lawrie said the Village places stop signs in advance of sidewalk crossings for the safety of pedestrians. In this case, motorists would stop at the stop sign to give the right-of-way to pedestrians and then move forward to see down the street. Because of the sidewalk crossing, the stop sign could not be moved. Chairman Bencic asked if prohibiting parking would affect the funeral home. Traffic Engineer Lawrie said that a funeral procession could still line up along the street in the No Parking area. However, parking and leaving your vehicle would not be allowed. Commissioner Keane, seconded by Commissioner Pampel, moved to approve the recommendation of the Village Traffic Engineer to prohibit parking along the west side of Elmhurst Avenue from Henry Street to a point 150' south. The motion was approved by a vote of 8-0. COMMISSION ISSUES Commissioner Tortorello asked if a meeting date had been set to discuss the neighborhood stop sign proposal with the Wa-Pella Avenue residents. Traffic Engineer Lawrie said that he had not heard from the Village Board yet but that he would inform the Commission once a meeting date had been set. Commissioner Keane asked the status of the speed humps along See-Gwun Avenue. Fire Captain Livingston commented that they have experienced some delay and problems going over the speed humps. Mr. Bures commented that the humps affected the recent snow plow operation. Traffic Engineer Lawrie said that a recent traffic study would soon be posted on the Village web- site and a final report would be done next spring. Phone 847/870-5640 r:ax EVI} t,~:S3-,927-r Commissioner Grouwinkel said there are No Parking signs along the 600 block of Can-dota Avenue. He was curious to know the reasoning for the signs. Traffic Engineer Lawrie said he would look into it and get back to the Commission. ADJOURNMENT With no further business to discuss, the Safety Commission voted 8-0 to adjourn at 7:45 p.m. upon the motion of Commissioner Tortorello. Mr. Bures seconded the motion. Respectfully submitted, ..-,. A ~f r vv~ Matthew P. Lawrie, P .E. Traffic Engineer h:\engineering\traffic\safety _ commission\recs&mins\dec06min.doc Phone 84/'/31'0-5(,40 Fax 847/253-9377 W\J\fW. mou ntprosp0cLorg kad 12/21/06 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE XX OF CHAPTER 18 ENTITLED 'TRAFFIC CODE' OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS ACTING IN THE EXERCISE OF THEIR HOME RULE POWERS: SECTION ONE: That Section 18.2006 of "SCHEDULE VI - NO PARKING ANY TIME" of Chapter 18 of the Village Code of Mount Prospect, as amended, is hereby further amended by adding, in alphabetical sequence, the following: "Name of Street Elmhurst Ave. Side of Street West Description from Henry Street to a point 150' South." SECTION TWO: 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: NAYS: ABSENT: PASSED and APPROVED this day of ,2007. Irvana K. Wilks Mayor ATTEST: M. Lisa Angell Village Clerk H:\CLKO\fiIes\WIN\ORDINANC\CH 18,No park anytime, jan 07 Elmhurst Ave and Henry Street.doc c