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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/14/2021 VB Minutes - Special MeetingVillage of Mount Prospect Special Meeting of the Village Board Tuesday, December 14, 2021 / 7:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hoefert called the Special Meeting of the Village Board to order at 7:04 p.m. in the Board Room at Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson St. 2. ROLL CALL: Members present upon roll call by the Village Clerk: Mayor Paul Hoefert, Trustee Agostino Filippone, Trustee Terri Gens, Trustee John Matuszak, Trustee Peggy Pissarreck, Trustee Colleen Saccotelli and Trustee Richard Rogers a. Pledge of Allegiance - Led by Mayor Hoefert b. Invocation - Trustee Pissarreck provided the Invocation 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village Board - December 7, 2021 Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village Board of December 7, 2021 as presented: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed 4. MAYORS REPORT Members of Mount Prospect VFW Post 1337 and American Legion Post 525 presented retiring Police Chief John Koziol with a Certificate of Appreciation. Resident Amber Tortorello and a group of supporters presented Chief Koziol with a plaque recognizing his leadership and commitment to the community of Mount Prospect. S. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Carole Delahunty Mount Prospect resident Thanked the Village for the menorah display celebrating Hanukkah Carole Martz Mount Prospect resident • Concerned with news of another recent school shooting; suggested Village staff produce a PSA (Public Service Announcement) regarding gun safety Gwynne Ryan Mount Prospect resident • Concerned civility in our community is waning; expressed hope we, as a Village, will continue to be leaders and thanked all those who serve our society 6. CONSENT AGENDA Trustee Pissarreck requested item 6.5 be removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion and vote. Mayor Hoefert granted Trustee Pissarreck's request. Consent item 6.5 will be presented for separate discussion and vote following approval of the consent agenda. 6.1 List of Bills - December 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021 - $2,636,602.10 6.2 Motion to accept the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative bid for the purchase of one (1) 2022 Ford Transit van from Currie Motors in an amount not to exceed $47,132.00 6.3 Motion to authorize the Village Manager to execute a contract with SB Friedman for additional consultant assistance to update TIF eligibility research and analysis in an amount not to exceed $9,175. 6.4 A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT'S OFFICIAL INTENT TO REIMBURSE EXPENDITURES FOR THE PROPOSED SOUTH MOUNT PROSPECT TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT Resolution No. 46-21 Removed 6.5 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A FINAL PLAT OF SUBDIVISION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 10 N. MAIN STREET, MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS (FINAL PLAT OF RESUBDIVISION OF 10 NORTH MAIN) (removed from the consent agenda) Motion by John Matuszak, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the amended consent agenda: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed 6.5 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A FINAL PLAT OF SUBDIVISION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 10 N. MAIN STREET, MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS (FINAL PLAT OF RESUBDIVISION OF 10 NORTH MAIN) (removed from the consent agenda) Director of Community Development Bill Cooney stated the 10 N. Main project is complete except for IDOT right-of-way improvements. The petitioner is requesting to subdivide the subject property into two lots of record, Lot 1 to be owned by the petitioner and Lot 2 (one linear stretch of sidewalk) will be owned by the Village to maintain streetscape elements along Central Road and Main Street. In response to a question from the Board, a separate future plat of dedication will be required to construct a new traffic signal at the northwest corner of Main Street and Central Road and construction of a left turn lane on Main Street. Public Comment: Mary Anne Benden Mount Prospect resident • In response to Ms. Benden's question, Mr. Cooney stated any additional expenditures must be approved by the Board. Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Peggy Pissarreck to approve the subject resolution: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Resolution No. 47-21 7. OLD BUSINESS None S. NEW BUSINESS 8.1 1st reading of an ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A FINAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 112 E. NORTHWEST HIGHWAY (HQ RESIDENCES) Director of Community Development Bill Cooney presented a proposal from T2 Development requesting a conditional use for a final planned unit development for the site of the former Police/Fire Building located at 112 E. Northwest Highway. The proposed new building, named HQ Residences, will consist of a 6 -story structure with 88 luxury rental units including six (6) townhome units with garages and a 3,200 square feet restaurant/retail space. Plans include 120 onsite parking stalls. Mr. Cooney provided a brief background of the RFP process for this development. A plan proposed from selected developer Greystar Development included the Chase Bank property and the former Busse Flowers site but was eventually deemed financially not viable by the developer due to the issues associated with the antennas located on the Chase building. Mr. Cooney stated staff issued another RFP earlier this year to over 40 local development firms and staff received three (3) proposals. At the Board's request, staff also sent out RFPs to entertainment developers to gauge interest in an adaptive reuse of the subject parcel for a brew/pub or distillery. There was no response to this RFP. Staff and the Board reviewed and interviewed the development teams from each proposal and ultimately selected T2 Development. Mr. Cooney displayed existing conditions and proposed site plans. Mr. Cooney stated unique to this mixed use development are the six (6) rental row homes in addition to the 88 luxury rental apartments. The building will be constructed with a mix of high quality brick and stone materials. Mr. Cooney provided details regarding parking that fulfill Village Code requirements. Mr. Cooney also discussed student impact on School Districts 57 and 214. Using the school district's calculations, this development will generate approximately six (6) students. Mr. Cooney discussed the complexities of affordable housing, noting HQ Residences will not offer any affordable housing units. Mr. Cooney explained how affordable housing is defined and how Mount Prospect compares with neighboring communities. Mr. Cooney stated Mount Prospect exceeds the percentage of suggested target for affordable housing in our community. Mr. Cooney added the topic of affordable housing will be discussed in the first quarter in 2022. Mr. Cooney noted development of this key downtown parcel addresses the Village's long range planning goals and initiatives. Board Comments: • Affordable housing units were not part of this development from the start; difficult for developer to include affordable housing retroactively • IHDA's (Illinois Housing Development Authority) target for affordable housing is 10%; Mount Prospect sits at just over 25% Mr. Cooney provided the followina in response to auestions from the Board: • Space reserved for restaurant (3,500 square feet) is adequate for a restaurant site; similar to the size of Emerson's • Developer has committed approximately $1 million for structural improvements to parking garage Public Comment: Steve Polit 601 N. Wilshire • Questioned whether the garage can withstand the weight of garbage trucks, delivery trucks, etc. Question was deferred to be addressed by petitioner later in the presentation Gwynne Ryan Mount Prospect resident • Asked questions regarding affordable housing In response to Ms. Ryan's question, Mr. Cooney stated grants are available to construct low-income housing, depending on the program. Mr. Cooney added that there are developers who specialize in affordable housing and time to secure funding can take up to three (3) years. Developer Tom Lowe of T2 Development presented further details of the proposed project. Mr. Lowe explained the proposed development is a collaboration between T2 Capital Management, Harlem/Irving Companies, Hamilton Partners, OKW Architects, Kinzie Builders and KLOA traffic engineers. Mr. Lowe stated as a resident of Mount Prospect, he is familiar with the parcel and is keenly aware of current market dynamics. Mr. Lowe stated his team was awarded the project in June and the project plans were developed after multiple meetings with the Board to tweak and fine-tune the plans. Mr. Lowe stated demolition of the existing building will commence upon closing of the parcel purchase. Mr. Lowe displayed detailed site plans and stated current Village Zoning Codes accommodate the proposed plans. Mr. Lowe stated the parking structure will remain but will undergo extensive structural repairs. Mr. Lowe provided the following details: • Six -story building consisting of 88 apartment units (studios, 1, 2 and a few 3 bedroom units) facing Northwest Highway • 3,500 square feet of commercial space and 66 underground parking stalls • Rowhome building with garage parking in the rear • Parking exceeds what is required by Village code; 43 at grade parking stalls and eleven at - grade garage stalls and six angled parking spaces • Building will feature amenities for residents • Restaurant will accommodate outdoor dining • Provided detailed landscaping plan Architect Katie Lambert of OKW Architects provided additional details: • First floor amenity space • Building will feature architectural details comprising of two different colored brick and glass elements; material palate was displayed • Trash collection will be off Maple Street and not in parking garage • Combination of apartment units and rowhome units give this development a unique look • Petitioners provided closing remarks before opening the floor to questions and comments. Petitioners provided the following in response to questions from the Board: • Existing issues and concerns with parking deck will be remedied • Amenitized area can be repurposed into additional commercial space but believes the space will be well utilized as originally intended • Lease figures at similar development, 10 N. Main, have exceeded expectations; proposed rates for HQ Residences will be at market level • Surface level parking will be available to the public or visitors; overnight parking will be for residents only via permit • Building features hung balconies • Parking garage rehabilitation will cost between $800,000 to $1 million to complete • If market changes, units can be converted to ownership but would require considerable adjustments to do so Board Comments: • Kudos to design and architect teams; followed Board's recommendations • Gateway project; key to downtown development • Expressed gratitude to entire team for working with the Board • Requested developer to consider vehicle electric charging stations Public Comment: Mark Sawalski 210 S. Edward • Pleased with design of the building • Questioned if parking is sufficient for restaurant Mr. Lowe responded, stated this issue was discussed with staff and additional parking is available nearby (Maple Street Parking Deck and Emerson Street Parking Deck) Steve Polit 601 N Wilshire • Hopes Village can find cross -use of other properties in Block 56 • Affordable housing was introduced too late in this development's planning process • Concerned parking will not be sufficient to support restaurant/retail business • Concerned developer will have difficulty leasing restaurant/retail space Mr. Lowe responded to Mr. Polit's concerns Carole Martz Mount Prospect resident • Questioned if there an option to open doors of restaurant to create indoor/outdoor space; Petitioner responded, yes • Asked if Village will grant incentives to remaining dilapidated buildings in Block 56; Mr. Cooney stated the Village has previously awarded two fagade grants; some properties are under contract • Will HQ Residences be pet friendly? - Yes • Noise abatement? - Acoustical engineers have provided means to reduce noise levels Mary Anne Benden Mount Prospect resident • This development encourages walking and enhances the walkability of our downtown; good for our downtown • Several parking options in walking distance • Welcomes additional restaurants New Mount Prospect resident • Would like healthier restaurant options; too many offer pub/bar style menus only Jack Brogan 301 Manawa Trail • Expressed concerns with the overall development, parking and condition of garage and its ability to be rehabilitated • Believes the entire Block 56 area should be developed together • Asked for clarification/update regarding sale of the Metra lots Mr. Cassady responded. Mr. Cassady stated redevelopment of the entire Block 56 proved too costly and difficult for developers; many obstacles and challenges to overcome including negotiating with different owners of each parcel. Dan Hetland 109 Edward • Questioned if current infrastructure can handle sewer and water demands of the new development. Mr. Cassady responded, yes, the infrastructure systems are adequate and reliable. No further discussion. Motion by Peggy Pissarreck, second by Richard Rogers to waive the rule requiring two readings of an Ordinance: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Resolution: Motion Passed Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Peggy Pissarreck to approve the subject ordinance: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Ordinance No. 6597 8.2 1st reading of an ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE HQ RESIDENCES DEVELOPMENT COMPRISING A PART OF THE PROSPECT AND MAIN TIF DISTRICT OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. Mr. Cooney presented conditions and financials of the Redevelopment Agreement (RDA) for the HQ Residences comprising a part of the Prospect and Main TIF District. Mr. Cooney stated the Village hired TIF consultant, SB Friedman Development Advisors, to guide the Village through the process. Geoff Dickinson from SB Friedman was present to answer questions. Mr. Cooney provided key elements of the RDA. The subject development will generate and estimated $5.84 million (present value) increment over the life of the TIF Mr. Cooney stated the Village is obligated, under the terms of the RDA, to pay the developer for TIF eligible expenses incurred to up $3.7 million. The RDA also provides up to $1.7 million in pay-as- you-go incremental revenues with a discount rate of 5% if statutory student impact payments are not triggered in leasing activities. Mr. Cooney answered questions from the Board regarding funding for this project. In response to a question from the Board, Mr. Cooney explained how student impact fees are determined. Board Comments: • All TIF expenditures are subject to review to ensure they are TIF eligible expenses • Supports the financial structure of this project • Proposed development and restaurant are good use of the site; community will benefit from a new restaurant • TIF ignites development in blighted areas; taxpayers and taxing bodies benefit from the TIF. Public Comment: Steve Polit Mount Prospect resident • Noted school districts do not receive additional funds from new families with children who move into an area not in the TIF No further discussion. Motion by Richard Rogers second by Peggy Pissarreck to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Motion Passed Motion by John Matuszak, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the ordinance subject to final attorney review: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Ordinance No. 6598 8.3 1st reading of AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF SUBDIVISION AND CONDITIONAL USE FOR A PRELIMINARY PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1200 E. ALGONQUIN ROAD AND 1200 DEMPSTER STREET Director of Community Development Bill Cooney presented for discussion preliminary plans for a planned unit development and plat of subdivision for the former United Airlines headquarters site. Also present for the discussion and presentation were representatives for the petitioner, Cloud HQ, LLC: Brett Burnette (Cloud HQ), Matt Norton (attorney), Dr. Tom Thunder (acoustics specialist), Pete Holm (architect), and Don Dixon (lead engineer). Representatives participated in the discussion and answered questions from the Board and audience. Mr. Cooney displayed site plans and renderings for three (3), 80 -foot tall data centers totaling 566,767 square feet of gross area per building. The petitioner proposes to construct the buildings using high-end, high quality materials with significant landscaping surrounding the site that will also feature mixed-use activity trails. Mr. Cooney added the petitioner will partner with Commonwealth Edison to construct a substation to accommodate the energy use of the data centers. The data centers will occupy the former United Airlines campus at 1200 E. Algonquin Road and the substation would occupy the existing parking lot to the east located at 1200 Dempster Street. Mr. Cooney provided details of the financial impact for the proposed development. The petitioner is proposing to invest $2.5 billion into the Village. Demolition of the property will take approximately one year and each data center will take at least 18 months to complete. The project is estimated to return up to $1-$2 million annually when the centers are fully operational. This revenue will allow the Village to upgrade infrastructure and provide other public improvements. The project will generate over 1,000 construction jobs over the next six (6) years. The three data centers will generate an estimated 450 full-time highly skilled jobs. In addition, the petitioner is proposing a plat of subdivision which would subdivide the main campus into four lots of record. The three proposed buildings would occupy their own lots and the 4th lot would serve as a common area. Mr. Cooney provided additional details. Mr. Cooney added redevelopment of the United Airlines property has been a long-range planning goal and priority for the Village since 2017 when the property was annexed. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the preliminary plat of subdivision and the preliminary planned unit development by a vote of 5-0 on December 9, 2021. Mr. Cooney introduced Brett Burnette, Development Manager for CloudHQ who provided additional details of the project. Mr. Burnette discussed the history and background of CloudHQ. Mr. Burnette provided the following details: • Closest residential homes are approximately 294 feet from the proposed project; enhanced landscaping will help screen sight of the project • Building fagade will include glass windows and enhanced structural details • Landscape plan will include trees and plants on the perimeter of the development • Committed to using union labor whenever possible • Project will not generate significant or noticeable increase in traffic in the area surrounding the development Petitioners provided the following in response to questions from the Board: • Use of renewable energy and pursing LEED certification will be at the discretion of the tenant • Noise will be mitigated; acoustics designed to meet Village Code • Fire/Police Department will not need any special equipment to respond to fire/police calls • Buildings will be constructed from pre -cast concrete; buildings will have fire suppression and sprinkler systems that meet State and Village codes • Air -based cooling system; petitioner provided additional details regarding the cooling system • Each building will take approximately 1 1/2 -2 years to build • No history of noise complaints from similar data centers Public Comment: Linda Waycie Mount Prospect resident • Supports energy efficiency • Concerned the glass windows will cause bird collisions; petitioner stated bird collisions have not been an issue in other similarly designed buildings but will look into it further. • Questioned if support staff will be on site and if plans include a cafeteria for staff; petitioner responded, stating each building will be staffed with approximately 20 property maintenance/support staff and mangers and 60-100 full-time skilled technical professionals; no plans for a dedicated cooking facility/cafeteria on site at any of three buildings. Steve Polit • Asked which building is planned to be built first; petitioner responded that the building furthest south will be constructed first. Dan Allen Construction Industry Service Corporation • Thanked petitioners for using union contractors No further discussion. Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Peggy Pissarreck to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Motion Passed Motion by John Matuszak second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the subject ordinance: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Ordinance No. 6599 8.4 A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF CLOUDHQ LLC'S APPLICATION FOR A COOK COUNTY CLASS 6B TAX INCENTIVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1200 E. ALGONQUIN ROAD AND 1200 DEMPSTER STREET. Mr. Cooney presented CloudHQ's request for a Cook County Class 6b Tax Incentive. This incentive will reduce their taxes to approximately $1.50 per square foot for the property compared to an estimated $3.50 per square foot, making the project financially infeasible. In response to a question from the Board, the petitioner stated CloudHQ will post job openings in Mount Prospect. Public Comment: Steve Polit Mount Prospect resident • Class 6B Tax incentive will provide CloudHQ a significant reduction in taxes No further discussion. Motion by Peggy Pissarreck, second by John Matuszak to approve the subject resolution: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Resolution No. 48-21 8.5 1st reading of an ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE TO ALLOW INSTALLATION OF AN ANTENNA SUPPORT STRUCTURE AND ASSOCIATED ACCESSORIES FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1650 DEMPSTER STREET AND 1510 SOUTH BUSSE ROAD, MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS Director of Community Development presented an ordinance granting a conditional use to allow installation of an antenna and associated accessories. Mr. Cooney stated the subject properties are owned by Commonwealth Edison. The request includes updates and improvements to the substation located at 1650 Dempster Street and 1510 South Busse Road. Mr. Cooney stated ComEd is requesting installation of a 104 -foot antenna structure. Mr. Cooney displayed renderings and site plans of the current substation with the proposed antenna including enhanced landscape plans to address safety concerns raised by residents and confirmed by the Police Department. Mr. Cooney stated the Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the conditional use subject to conditions outlined in the ordinance. No additional discussion. Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Terri Gens to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Resolution: Motion Passed Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the subject ordinance: Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Ordinance No. 6600 8.6 Accept the proposal for a Freightliner M2 ambulance as submitted by Foster Coach Sales Inc. in an amount not to exceed $316,057.00 Fire Chief John Dolan presented a proposal for the purchase of a new ambulance. Chief Dolan reviewed the department's recent vehicle purchase and replacement history. Chief Dolan stated all vehicles were replaced in accordance with the Vehicle Replacement Plan and purchased through the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative of the Northwest Municipal Conference. Chief Dolan stated the proposed purchase of the 2023 Freightliner M2 ambulance will be an addition to the fleet and placed on the south side, out of Station 12, to accommodate an increase in calls due to southside and downtown redevelopment, new memory care and healthcare facilities, tank farms and proposed Special Service Areas. In addition, Chief Dolan stated 50% of Village households are located south of Weller Creek. Chief Dolan provided specifications of the proposed new ambulance that has an anticipated lifespan of 10-12 years. Chief Dolan provided the following in response to questions from the Board: • Proposed ambulance is 4 -wheel drive • Confirmed statistic indicating 50% of households in Mount Prospect reside south of Weller Creek; mostly due to the number of multi -family dwellings • With delivery of the subject vehicle, all ambulances (five) in the fleet will be Freightliner M2 ambulances; four (4) frontline and one (1) reserve • Ultimately, all ambulances in the fleet will be equipped with the Stryker Power Load system Public Comment: Louis Goodman 310 N. School Street • Requested pictures of equipment to be replaced as staff has provided in the past; Chief Dolan responded to Mr. Goodman's questions No additional discussion. Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Terri Gens to accept the proposal for a Freightliner M2 ambulance as submitted by Foster Coach Sales Inc. in an amount not to exceed $316,057.00 Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed 9. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT No report 10. ANY OTHER BUSINESS Trustee Saccotelli and Mayor Hoefert, on behalf of the entire Board, wished everyone a happy holiday season. 11. ADJOURNMENT With no additional business to conduct, Mayor Hoefert asked for a motion to adjourn. Trustee Rogers, seconded by Trustee Saccotelli motioned to adjourn the meeting. By unanimous roll call vote, the December 14, 2021 Special Meeting of the Village Board of Trustees adjourned at 10:41 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Karen M. Agoranos Village Clerk