Council Minutes 03-16-2026CALL TO
ORDER
ROLL CALL
CLOSED SESSION
RECONVENED
PRAYER AND
PLEDGE
RECOGNITION
PUBLIC COMMENT
MAYORAL
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ALDERMAN
ANNOUNCEMENTS
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS HELD IN THE ELEANOR ROHRBACH
MEMORIAL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, DES PLAINES CIVIC CENTER, MONDAY,
MARCH 16, 2026
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Des Plaines, Illinois, was called to
order by Mayor Goczkowski at 6:15 PM in the Eleanor Rohrbach Memorial Council
Chambers, Des Plaines Civic Center on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Roll call indicated the following Aldermen present: Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, and Charewicz. A quorum was present.
Moved by Merlin, seconded by Walsten to adjourn to Closed Session for Setting Price for
Sale/Lease of Real Property, Acquisition of Property, Pending Litigation, and Probable and
Imminent Litigation. Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 8 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
The City Council meeting was reconvened at 7:09 PM. Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 8 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
The prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America were
offered by Mayor Goczkowski.
Mayor Goczkowski administered the Oath of Office to James Utinans, who was appointed
to Division Chief and Brian Hoffman who was appointed to Battalion Chief.
Congratulations to both individuals.
No public comments.
Mayor Goczkowski encouraged residents to vote on March 17th. He also invited residents
to attend the upcoming Spring Community Shred Event on Saturday, March 28th. Friday,
March 27th, through Sunday, April 5th, is the Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce
Restaurants Week. Lastly, the Rand Road 'DOT project began today, March 16th, 2026,
which will include the installation of additional traffic lights and infrastructure
improvements.
Alderman Walsten encouraged residents to invest in reflective glass to help mitigate bird
collisions with windows.
Alderman Smith shared that on March 19th, the Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce will be
hosting its annual Mayoral State of the City address. She also wished everyone a Happy St.
Patrick's Day.
CITY CLERK
ANNOUNCEMENTS
MANAGER'S
REPORT
COUNSEL
REPORT
CONSENT
AGENDA
APPROVING
PURCHASE OF
BACKHOE LOADER
FROM WEST SIDE
TRACTOR
Ordinance
M-6-26
APPROVING TASK
ORDER #13 WITH
THOMAS GROUP
SOLUTIONS, LLC.
Resolution
R-67-26
Page 2 of 12 3/16/2026
Alderman Charewicz announced that Tuesday, April 7th, will be the 8th Ward's upcoming
meeting and encouraged residents to attend.
Alderman Sayad announced that the 4th Ward meeting will be held on April 9th at Golf
Road Baptist Church. He also encouraged everyone to vote in the March 17th election and
wished residents a Happy St. Patrick's Day.
Clerk Bronakowski thanked Alderman Sayad for being a guest speaker in his upcoming 4th
ward meeting.
City Manager Dorothy Wisniewski congratulated James Utinans on his promotion to
Division Chief and Brian Hoffman on his promotion to Battalion Chief.
No announcements at this time
Alderman Walsten requested that Item 5 be removed from the Consent Agenda.
Moved by Sayad, seconded by Charewicz, to Establish the Consent Agenda. Upon voice
vote, the vote was:
AYES: 8 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Walsten seconded by Oskerka, to Approve the Consent Agenda. Upon voice vote,
the vote was:
AYES: 8 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Ordinance M-6-26 was approved. Resolutions R-67-26, R-68-26, R-69-26, R-73-26,
R-74-26, R-75-26, R-76-26, R-77-26, R-79-26 were approved, Ordinance Z-5-26 was
adopted; Regular Meeting Minutes for March 2, 2026, were approved.
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Ordinance M-6-26, APPROVING
PURCHASE OF JOHN DEERE 410P BACKHOE LOADER VIA SOURCEWELL
011723-JDC FROM WEST SIDE TRACTOR, NAPERVILLE, IL, $178,620.16 —
BUDGETED EQUIPMENT FUNDS. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously
under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Resolution R-67-26, APPROVING
TASK ORDER #13 WITH THOMAS GROUP SOLUTIONS, LLC, HINSDALE,
ILLINOIS IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $63,750.00. SOURCE OF FUNDING: WATER
FUND. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
APPROVING
PURCHASE OF
SWEEPER VIA
OMNIA PARTNERS
THROUGH
WAREHOUSE
DIRECT
Resolution
R-68-26
APPROVING TASK
ORDER #3 WITH
AECOM, INC. FOR
2026 RESIDENT
ENGINEERING
SERVICES
Resolution
R-69-26
APPROVING
PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH
B&F
CONSTRUCTION
CODE SERVICES.
INC.
Resolution
R-70-26
Page 3 of 12 3/16/2026
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Resolution R-68-26, APPROVING
THE PURCHASE OF A KARCHER SWEEPER/SCRUBBER THROUGH OMNIA
PARTNERS, CONTRACT #158057 VIA WAREHOUSE DIRECT, DES PLAINES,
ILLINOIS IN THE AMOUNT OF $75,480.00. SOURCE OF FUNDING — EQUIPMENT
REPLACEMENT FUND. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent
Agenda.
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Resolution R-69-26, APPROVING
TASK ORDER #3 WITH AECOM, INC. FOR 2026 RESIDENT ENGINEERING
SERVICES, $398,902.96 — CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS. Motion declared carried as
approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Resolution R-70-26, Approving a Professional Services Agreement with B&F Construction
Codes Services, Inc. for Construction Code Services in the Not -to -Exceed Amount of
$137,900 for the term of March 23, 2026, through November 30, 2026, with Future Renewal
Options was removed from the consent agenda.
On January 23, 2026, the Community and Economic Development Department (CED)
issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to retain a third -party firm to provide an on -site
residential plan reviewer for a long-term, multi -year contract. Funding for this service was
approved in the 2026 City of Des Plaines annual budget.
Permits applied for in 2025 totaled 3,321. Permits issued only totaled 2,883 which indicates
that the existing plan review resources are not adequate to maintain timely issuance of
permits. Residential permits make up the majority of these permits (83%). Implementation
of a third -party, on -site residential plan reviewer provides immediate, expert feedback and
significantly speeds up approval times. The reviewer can also offer in -person clarification
on building, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and energy code issues, directly
interfacing with residents and builders to resolve problems before and during construction.
Alderman Walsten said he supports this initiative as it'll help speed up the business
permitting process for both commercial and residents.
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Smith to Approve Resolution R-70-26, APPROVING
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH B&F CONSTRUCTION CODE
SERVICES, INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION CODE SERVICES, NTE $137,900 (3/23/26-
11/30/26) WITH RENEWAL OPTIONS. Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
8 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
0 - None
0 - None
Motion declared carried.
APPROVING THE
PURCHASE OF ONE
2026 FORD F-450
Resolution
R-73-26
APPROVING
PURCHASE OF
EXCAVATOR
THROUGH
SOURCEWELL
Resolution
R-74-26
APPROVING FIRST
RENEWAL OF
RESTORATION AND
PLANTING
CONTRACT WITH
UNO MAS
LANDSCAPING
Resolution
R-75-26
APPROVING
AGREEMENT WITH
KEY CODE MEDIA
FOR ONLINE VIDEO
ACCESSIBILITY
Resolution
R-76-26
APPROVING
UPFITTING OF
FREIGHTLINER
CHASSIS WITH
HENDERSON
PRODUCTS
Resolution
R-77-26
APPROVING
INTERGOVERNMEN
TAL AGREEMENT
WITH SCHOOL
DISTRICT 62 FOR
CITY EVENT
Resolution
R-79-26
Page 4 of 12 3/16/2026
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Resolution R-73-26, APPROVING
PURCHASE OF ONE 2026 FORD F-450 PICKUP VIA SPC #226 FROM SUTTON
FORD, MATTESON, IL, $13 1,623 — WATER FUND/EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT_
Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Resolution R-74-26, APPROVING
PURCHASE OF VAC -CON X312LHE/1300 MH HYDRO EXCAVATOR VIA
SOURCEWELL 101221-VAC FROM E J EQUIPMENT, MANTENO, IL, $672,348.95 —
EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT FUNDS. Motion declared carried as approved
unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Waisten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Resolution R-75-26, APPROVING
FIRST RENEWAL OF PARKWAY RESTORATION & PLANTING CONTRACT WITH
UNO MAS LANDSCAPING, ELGIN, IL, $144,714.97 — WATER SYSTEMS & STREET
MAINTENANCE FUNDS. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under
Consent Agenda.
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Resolution R-76-26, APPROVING
AGREEMENT WITH KEY CODE MEDIA, INC. FOR ONLINE VIDEO
ACCESSIBILITY TOOLS, NTE $38,700 — MEDIA
SERVICES/CONTRACTUAL/EQUIPMENT & TRAINING FUNDS. Motion declared
carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Resolution R-77-26, APPROVING
UPFITTING OF ONE 5-TON AND ONE 10-TON FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS WITH
HENDERSON PRODUCTS, INC., $441,552.77 — EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT
FUNDS. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Resolution R-79-26, APPROVING
AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED
SCHOOL DISTRICT 62 FOR USE OF THEIR GROUNDS ON AUGUST 4, 2026 FOR A
CITY -HOSTED EVENT. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent
Agenda.
SECOND READING —
ORDINANCE Z-5-26
APPROVE MINUTES
UNFINISHED
BUSINESS
APPROVING
COMPLIANCE AND
TEMPORARY
ENFORCEMENT
ABEYANCE
AGREEMENT FOR
1400 E. TOUHY
AVENUE
RESOLUTION
R-52-26
APPROVING
SUPPORT FOR
EXTENSION OF
COOK COUNTY
Page 5 of 12 3/16/2026
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve Ordinance Z-5-26, APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE AND MAJOR VARIATIONS FOR RECYCLING FACILITY
EXPANSION AT 1777-1841 BUSSE HIGHWAY. Motion declared carried as approved
unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to approve the Regular Session Minutes of the
City Council meeting of March 2, 2026, as published. Motion declared carried as approved
unanimously under Consent Agenda
Community and Economic Development Director Jeff Rogers reviewed a memorandum
dated March 5, 2026.
The applicant, Liberty Property Limited Partnership, represented by Kevin Griffin, Eugene
L. Griffin & Associates, Ltd., is requesting City support for their application to Cook County
for a 12-year extension of an existing Class 6b Real Estate Tax Incentive for the property at
333 Howard Avenue.
As a supplement to the packet materials provided for the March 2, 2026 City Council
meeting, staff has prepared two updates:
Reported Permit Value I The applicant relayed a total project cost for the ongoing solar panel
project estimated at $4,600,000 including approximately $500,000 of outstanding costs. The
value of the 2024 solar permit reported to the City and the Maine Township Assessor (for
consideration in the potential increase in assessed value of the building improvements) was
$3,289,344
Property Owner Benefit from Community Solar Program I Staff requested information from
the applicant to clarify the property owner's benefit from the use of the building roof for
solar power general installation. Program benefits likely are conveyed in the form of reduced
energy costs and rebates for energy supplied to the program
Employment Modifications The applicant testified to their intention to comply with the
City's policy requirement for a minimum increase in employment of 33%. To eliminate this
waiver request a minimum of 55 new full-time positions would need to be added within 2
years. The applicant should confirm their intention to add at least 55 full-time employees
with confirmation to be required after 2 years.
Moved by Oskerka, seconded by Merlin to Approve as Amended Resolution R-52-26,
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING COMPLIANCE AND
TEMPORARY ABEYANCE OF ENFORCEMENT AGREEMENT WITH IHP --
1400 E TOUHY LLC FOR 1400 E. TOUHY AVE. Upon roll call, the vote was
AYES: 7 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
NAYS: 1 - Sayad
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Community and Economic Development Director Jeff Rogers reviewed a memorandum
dated February 24, 2026.
The applicant, Liberty Property Limited Partnership, represented by Kevin Griffin, Eugene
CLASS 6B
INCENTIVE FOR 333
HOWARD AVENUE
RESOLUTION
R-51-26
Page 6 of 12 3/16/2026
L. Griffin & Associates, Ltd., is requesting City support for their application to Cook County
for a 12-year extension of an existing Class 6b Real Estate Tax Incentive for the property at
333 Howard Avenue.
The subject property is improved with a 235,781 square -foot industrial facility on a 13.54-
acre lot. The existing building upon the property has been occupied by C.H. Robinson
Company for the entirety of the original incentive term.
In 2014, the Des Plaines City Council approved Resolution R-119-14 supporting the
approval of a Cook County Class 6b Real Estate Tax Incentive for Liberty Property Limited
Partnership.
Cook County's Class 6h classification reduces the property tax assessment for the property
where the new investment is proposed from the typical 25% of market value to 10% for a
10-year period. In the 1 lth year of the incentive, the assessment will increase to 15% of
market value, and in the 12th and final year of the incentive, the assessment will increase to
20% of market value before returning to 25% of market value after expiration of the
incentive.
After approval, Liberty Property Limited Partnership and C.H. Robinson Company invested
in redevelopment and improvements to the property. Recently, the applicant invested an
additional $4.1M in improvements related to the installation of a solar energy system, with
an additional $500,000 in improvements planned.
The incentive recently concluded its 10th year of the 12 years of the original incentive's
term.
Alderman Merlin asked Director Rogers to account for the fiscal impact on the City should
a Class 6b incentive be approved. Director Rogers stated that if a 6b were approved, the City
would receive significantly less in taxes than if the incentive had lapsed. Alderman Merlin
noted that, because the property has already received 12 years of tax breaks, he is hesitant to
support the request.
Alderman Smith asked why the petitioner invested in green energy programs. The petitioner
stated it was to become more environmentally friendly and to achieve net -zero emissions by
2040, while also reselling power back to the grid.
Alderman Walsten asked what employee count has to do with meeting the criteria for a tax
deduction. Director Rogers noted that an increase in employees can support local economic
development; however, there is no direct correlation. He added that this was a proposal
previously made by the Council. Alderman Walsten stated he is hesitant about the tax break
but supports the green initiatives.
Alderman Sayad asked who must approve green energy initiatives. Director Rogers stated
that both the City Council and the County approve such projects.
Alderman Moylan thanked the petitioner for returning with a proposal that includes
increased jobs; however, he stated he does not believe the green infrastructure proposals add
sufficient value to the City. Alderman Moylan said the proposal does not meet the City's
requirements.
Alderman Oskerka noted that the petitioner installed a new roof and solar system two years
ahead of schedule and expressed appreciation for those efforts.
NEW BUSINESS
WARRANT
REGISTER
Resolution
R-80-26
APPROVING MAJOR
VARIATIONS FOR
FIRE STATION 62 AT
1313-1333 EAST
OAKTON STREET
Ordinance
Z-6-26
AYES:
NAYS:
AB SENT:
Motion failed.
Page 7 of 12 3/16/2026
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka to Approve Resolution R-51-26,
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION SUPPORTING EXTENSION OF COOK
COUNTY CLASS 6B INCENTIVE FOR LIMITED PROPERTY PARTNERSHIP AT
333 HOWARD AVE. Upon roll call, the vote was
2 - Oskerka, Walsten
6 - Chlebek, Moylan, Sayad, Merlin, Smith, Charewicz
0 - None
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION — Alderman Sayad, Chair
Alderman Sayad presented the Warrant Register.
Moved by Sayad, seconded by Smith to Approve the Warrant Register of March 16, 2026,
in the Amount of $3,885,013.94 and Approve Resolution R-80-26. Upon roll call, the vote
was:
AYES: 8 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT — Alderman Moylan, Chair
Assistant Community and Economic Development Director Jonathan Mendel reviewed a
memorandum dated March 5, 2026.
The City has planned this Fire Station 62 redevelopment for several years to
replace and modernize this critical public facility to better serve the Des Plaines
community.
The City seeks the following major variations:
• 10.9 foot front yard setback instead of the minimum required 25 feet on the site's
westside in Section 12-7-2.J-Table 2.
• 39.8% Building Coverage exceeding the 35% maximum in Section 12-7-2.J-Table
2
• Parking Lot Setback — Reduction from 5.0 feet to 3.0 feet at the northeast corner of
the site in Section 12-10-8.B.3 and 12-9-6.F.
• Omitting required shade trees at the south end of the east and west parking rows in
Section 12-10-8.A.2
• Omitting landscaping adjacent to the proposed mechanical screeningwhere a
minimum of 3.0 feet of landscaping is required
• Omitting foundation landscaping on the east building elevation — No foundation
landscaping is proposed on the east elevation where a minimum quantity of
landscaping adjacent to 35% of the building foundation on street -facing elevations
is required in Section 12-10-10.
• Parking Lot Light Levels — The proposed lighting design provides lighting at levels
slightly below 1.0 foot-candle in limited areas of the parking lot in Section 12-9-
6.G.
BLIGHT
DECLARATION &
SUPPORT FOR
COOK COUNTY
CLASS 7B
INCENTIVE — 2200-
2400 E DEVON AVE
Resolution
R-64-26
Resolution
R-65-26
Page 8 of 12 3/16/2026
Given the constraints of the subject property and the needs of a modern full -service Fire
Department, there were limited alternatives for total compliance. Front yard setback:
• To provide an adequate vehicle bay, living quarters and on -site parking, the
building's width is at the minimum necessary to provide sufficient functional space
for the EMS operations.
Building Coverage:
• The proposed building coverage is 4.8% more than the maximum permitted 35%. It
is necessary to provide the minimum sufficient Page 2 of 27 interior function. Also,
this difference is not readily perceivable on the ground in the field.
Minimum landscaping requirements
• Alternatives would reduce the on -street parking for the Fire personnel assigned to
this station and could hamper operations especially at shift change.
Alderman Merlin asked if the lighting is similar to what already exists. Assistant Community
and Economic Director Mendel stated that it will be similar to what already exists.
Moved by Sayad, seconded by Oskerka to Approve Ordinance Z-6-26, CONSIDERATION
OF ORDINANCE APPROVING MAJOR VARIATIONS — FIRE STATION 62 (1313-
1333 E OAKTON ST). Upon voice vote, the vote was
AYES: 8 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Merlin, seconded by Chlebek to Advance Ordinance Z-6-26, CONSIDERATION
OF ORDINANCE APPROVING MAJOR VARIATIONS — FIRE STATION 62 (1313-
1333 E OAKTON ST) to second reading. Upon roll call, the vote was
AYES: 7 - Chlebek, Moylan, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
NAYS: 1 - Oskerka
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Community and Economic Development Director Jeff Rogers reviewed a memorandum
dated March 9, 2026.
The applicants, RSA Properties II, LLC and RSA Properties III, LLC, represented by Mark
Rogers, Liston & Tsantilis, are requesting City approval of a designation of the property at
2200-2400 E. Devon Avenue as a Blighted Area and City support for their application to
Cook County for a Class 7b Real Estate Tax Incentive involving New Construction and
Substantial Rehabilitation.
The subject property is comprised of approximately 14.29 acres and is improved with a
106,852 square -foot mostly vacant commercial office building. The applicants propose to
demolish the remaining structures on the property and proceed with site modifications to
establish a new development site for a proposed Costco Business Center to be comprised of
approximately 137,327 square feet.
The applicants have furnished a report titled "DIR Management, LLC Blight Report O'Hare
Lake " prepared by Strategic Project Management, Inc., and dated August 2025 regarding
Page 9 of 12 3/16/2026
the condition of the subject property and improvements. The report notes findings consistent
with the requirements of the Illinois Tax Increment Allocation Redevelopment Act and
Commercial Renewal and Redevelopment Areas Act, necessary as evidence to establish a
determination of the area as blighted.
RSA Properties II, LLC and RSA Properties III, LLC is requesting the City's designation of
the property as a blighted area in need of New Construction and Substantial Rehabilitation
and support and consent to a Class 7b incentive. The applicant proposes the sale of the
property to a new owner who will invest more than $10,000,000 in new physical
improvements to the property reflected on the building permit value, which exceeds the
City's minimum investment requirement for approval of a Class 7b incentive per City
Council policy.
Cook County's Class 7b Classification reduces the property tax assessment for the property
where the new investment is proposed from the typical 25% of market value to 10% for a
10-year period. In the 1 l th year of the incentive, the assessment will go up to 15% of market
value, and in the 12th & final year of the incentive the assessment will go to 20% of market
value before returning to 25% of market value after expiration of the incentive.
Since the property includes one building that has not been fully vacant for more than 12
months, the applicants are requesting a finding that the property is eligible for a Class 7b
based upon New Construction and Substantial Rehabilitation.
The applicant has affirmed that if the incentive is not approved, the proposed sale of the
property and development as a Costco Business Center would not occur.
In terms of property tax generation, the applicant provided projected revenues associated
with the Class 7b incentive as included in Attachment 1. The granting of the incentive would
result in approximately $4,611,097 of additional tax revenue over the term of the extension
than would be collected if the incentive request was denied, the existing building on the
property were demolished, and the property became vacant.
Alderman Moylan thanked the petitioner for his efforts on the project and expressed support
for the 7b proposal, noting that the project will create new jobs.
Alderman Charewicz thanked the petitioner for coming to Des Plaines and also supports the
7b proposal, stating that it will be a catalyst for growth in the City.
Mayor Goczkowski expressed satisfaction with the program and thanked City staff for their
work in developing the project.
Alderman Sayad welcomed the project to the City of Des Plaines.
Alderman Walsten stated that he believes the 7b proposal is warranted.
Moved by Walsten,
CONSIDERATION OF
BLIGHTED & IN NEED
AYES: 8 -
NAYS: 0 -
ABSENT: 0 -
Motion declared carried.
seconded by Sayad to Approve Resolution R-64-26,
RESOLUTION DECLARING 2200-2400 E DEVON AVE
OF RENEWAL. Upon roll call, the vote was
Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
None
None
CONSIDERATION
APPROVING SALES
TAX REBATE
AGREEMENT CITY
OF DES PLAINES
RSA PROPERTIES.
AND COSTCO
Resolution
R-66-26
Page 10 of 12 3/16/2026
Moved by Walsten, seconded by Smith to Approve Resolution R-65-26,
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION SUPPORTING AND CONSENTING TO A
COOK COUNTY CLASS 7B CLASSIFICATION FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2200-2400 E DEVON AVENUE, DES PLAINES, IL. Upon roll call, the vote was
AYES: 8 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Community and Economic Development Director Jeff Rogers reviewed a memorandum
dated March 9, 2026.
The applicant and developer of the subject property, RSA Properties II, LLC requests City
Council consideration of a sales tax rebate agreement intended to partially reimburse the
developer for costs associated with preparing the property for sale and development of a
Costco Business Center.
The applicant projects costs exceeding $30 million associated with the acquisition,
relocation of tenants, building demolition, and preparation of the site for sale and
development of a proposed Costco Business Center, fuel center, parking lot, and associated
site improvements to be comprised of approximately 137,327 square feet.
Based upon projected revenues from the new retail/wholesale operations, the applicant
requests approval of a share of combined a.) sales tax collected via the Retailer's Occupation
Tax Act (1%); and b.) home rule sales tax (1%) for a period of up to 10 years.
The net present value of the rebate is $7,841,375. Over the initial 8 years of the 10-year
agreement, this sum would be calculated with 5% interest for a maximum rebate in an
amount not to exceed $9,750,000.
As proposed, during the initial 3 years of the agreement, the City would retain 20% of the
combined annual municipal sales tax revenue and rebate 80% of this total to the developer.
After Year 3 and continuing for up to an additional 7 years, the City would retain 35% of
the combined annual municipal sales tax revenue and rebate 65% of this total to the
developer.
The agreement would expire after one of the following conditions is met, whichever occurs
earlier:
• The applicant receives the maximum rebate amount; or
• After a period of 10 years from the commencement date
After expiration of the agreement, the City would retain 100% of the combined municipal
sales tax generated by the business.
The petitioner clarified that all funds will go to the developer, not Costco, to make the project
happen.
Alderman Walsten asked how this proposal compares to previous agreements. Director
Rogers stated that it is similar to prior proposals.
Alderman Merlin expressed support for the 6b proposal.
CONSIDERATION
OF SITE
MANAGEMENT
AGREEMENT FOR
PRIVATE
STORMWATER
POND AT 2350-2360
E. DEVON AVE
Resolution
R-67-26
Page 11 of 12 3/16/2026
Alderman Moylan thanked staff for their hard work on the proposal and thanked the
petitioner for bringing the project to Des Plaines.
Mayor Goczkowski commended the Council for working together to move the proposal
forward.
Mike Basoney, a lifelong resident of Des Plaines, asked if the sales tax rebate would apply
to this proposal.
Mayor Goczkowski clarified that the rebate is intended to make the developer whole and
that the subsidy will go to the developer.
Moved by Moylan, seconded by Smith to Approve Resolution R-66-26, CONSIDERATION
OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING A SALES TAX REBATE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DES PLAINES, RSA PROPERTIES II, RSA PROPERTIES III, LLC, AND
COSTCO WHOLESALE CORPORATION. Upon roll call, the vote was
AYES: 8 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
[MAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Community and Economic Development Director Jeff Rogers reviewed a memorandum
dated March 5, 2026.
The owner of the property at 2350-2360 E. Devon Avenue in the O'Hare Lake Office Park
requests consideration of an agreement with the City to facilitate temporary operations
associated with proposed modifications to a stormwater retention facility commonly known
as Peterson Lake.
The City owns a pump house located southeast of Peterson Lake, which supplies electrical
service for municipal stormwater management operations associated with the designed water
levels of Peterson Lake. The agreement would authorize the property owner of Lot 4 of the
O'Hare Lake Subdivision, RSA Properties II, LLC, limited use of the City's gravity sewer
for a temporary connection to de -water the lake to accommodate infill activities, and
emergency procedures for temporary disconnection of private infrastructure in advance of
major precipitation events.
Separately, the applicant has deposited a large stockpile of clean fill materials on the 2350-
2360 E. Devon Ave parcel. The agreement would stipulate terms for the duration, height,
and overall management of the stockpile due to visibility impacts, potential drainage
implications, and the importance of returning the site to its intended condition.
Moved by Oskerka, seconded by Walsten to Approve Resolution R-67-26,
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
SITE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DES PLAINES AND
D.I.R. DEVELOPMENT, LLC AND OWNERS OF OFFICE PARK LOTS RELATING TO
MODIFICATIONS TO AN EXISTING PRIVATE STORMWATER RETENTION POND
AT 2350-2360 E. DEVON AVE. Upon roll call, the vote was
AYES: 8 - Chlebek, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad,
Merlin, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
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ADJOURNMENT Moved by Sayad, seconded by Oskerka, to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice vote, motion
declared carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:45PM.
L omim Hronakowski — CITY CLERK
APPROVED BY ME THIS Cv
DAY OF I , 2026
Andrew Goczkowski, MAYOR