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Council Minutes 05-05-2025MINUTES 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, MAY 5, 2025 CALL TO The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Des Plaines, Illinois, was called to ORDER order by Mayor Goczkowski at 7:01 p.m. in the Eleanor Rohrbach Memorial Council Chambers, Des Plaines Civic Center on Monday, May 5, 2025. ROLL CALL Roll call indicated the following Aldermen present: Lysakowski, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad, Brookman, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz. A quorum was present. Also present were: City Manager Wisniewski, Director of Finance Podbial, Director of Public Works and Engineering Oakley, Director of Community and Economic Development Rogers, Fire Chief Matzl, Police Chief Anderson, and General Counsel Friedman. PRAYER AND PLEDGE The prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America were offered by Alderman Oskerka. PROCLAMATION City Clerk Mastalski read a proclamation by Mayor Goczkowski declaring the first full week in May as Public Service Recognition week. Tim Oakley, Director of Public Works and Engineering, was recognized for his 40 years of dedication and public service. Mayor Goczkowski wished him the best in his future endeavors. PUBLIC COMMENT Resident Gloria Ludwig thanked the outgoing officials for their service and announced there is a newly remodeled space, the Canvas, at the Des Plaines Library. The Canvas provides access to tools, technology and resources for creative projects. Resident Patricia Nelson expressed her appreciation to Alderman Brookman for her service and all that she has contributed to the City and the fifth ward. Resident John Maag asked the City Council to consider a park at Lee Street/Prairie Avenue. Mr. Maag thanked Alderman Brookman for her 20 years of service and former Alderman Jim Brookman for their integrity stating that they were always responsive and prepared. ALDERMAN Alderman Moylan stated a Spring Speed Enforcement Campaign is beginning in the second ANNOUNCEMENTS ward and will continue throughout the City. Alderman Oskerka stated this week is National Nurses Week and thanked all the fellow nurses for all they do. Alderman Sayad thanked Tim Oakley, Director of Public Works and Engineering, for his service and wished him well on his retirement. Alderman Sayad expressed his appreciation to the City, Library and Park District staff for their participation at the recent fourth ward meeting. The Taste of Des Plaines will be held on June 13 —14, 2025. Alderman Brookman wished everyone a Happy Cinco de Mayo. Alderman Walsten announced a free shred event at Village Bank, 1545 Ellinwood Avenue, Saturday, May 17. Tim Oakley was thanked for his responsiveness and wished the best in his retirement. Alderman Brookman and Jim Brookman were thanked for their service. Page 2 of 13 5/05/2025 Alderman Smith announced a Community Night benefit for the Des Plaines Community Foundation at Zanies Comedy Club in Rosemont on May 14, 2025. The residents of the seventh ward, family and constituents were thanked for their help in the election. Alderman Smith expressed her appreciation to the outgoing officials. Alderman Charewicz thanked the police department for their assistance with the speed sign in the eighth ward and expressed his gratification to the outgoing officials. The History Center will hold their annual meeting on May 14, 6:00 p.m. at Lakeview Center. The next eighth ward meeting will be on June 3, 8:00 p.m., at the Conservatory. MAYORAL Mayor Goczkowski thanked the outgoing officials for their good work and welcomed the ANNOUNCEMENTS new council members. The community garage sale over the weekend had over 120 participants. The Fire Department is conducting a CPR class on May 31. The Food Truck Roundup will be on May 20, 5:00 — 8:00 p.m., at Rosemary S. Argus Friendship Park and Conservatory. On May 10 the National Letter Carriers will hold their annual food drive. CITY CLERK City Clerk Mastalski thanked the residents for allowing her to serve for the past four years. ANNOUNCEMENTS MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Wisniewski echoed the sentiments of the elected officials and welcomed the newly elected members. CONSENT AGENDA Moved by Sayad, seconded by Brookman, to Establish the Consent Agenda. Upon voice vote, the vote was: AYES: 8 - Lysakowski, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad, Brockman, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz NAYS: 0 - None ABSENT: 0 - None Motion declared carried. APPROVE LIOUOR LICENSE/LA MELLET PANCAKE HOUSE/ 1494 MINER STREET Consent Agenda Ordinance M-11-25 APPROVE FIRST READING LIOUOR LICENSE/KOW/ 1518 MARKET STREET Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve the Consent Agenda. Upon roll call, the vote was: AYES: 8 - Lysakowski, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad, Brookman, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz NAYS: 0 - None ABSENT: 0 - None Motion declared carried. Minutes were approved; Ordinances M-11-25, M-12-25 were approved; Resolutions R-87-25, R-88-25, R-90-25, R-91-25, R-92-25, R-93-25, R-96-25 were adopted. Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve First Reading Ordinance M-11-25, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE TO ADD ONE CLASS "E" LIQUOR LICENSE. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda. Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve First Reading Ordinance M-12-25, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE TO ADD ONE CLASS "E" LIQUOR LICENSE. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda. Consent Agenda Page 3 of 13 5/05/2025 Ordinance M-12-25 AWARD BID/THERMO- Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve Resolution R-87-25, A EPDXY REFLECTOR RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH PRECISION PAVEMENT PROGRAM/PRECISION MARKINGS, INC FOR THE 2025 THERMOPLASTIC/EPDXY PAVEMENT PAVEMENT MARKINGS AND RAISED REFLECTOR PAVEMENT MARKER REPLACEMENT MARKINGS PROJECT, MFT-25-00000-06-GM. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously Consent Agenda under Consent Agenda. Resolution R-87-25 AWARD BID/BRIDGE Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve Resolution R-88-25, A MAINTENANCE RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH PATH CONSTRUCTION REPAIRS/PATH COMPANY, INC FOR 2025 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE REPAIRS. Motion declared CONSTRUCTION CO carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda. Consent Agenda Resolution R-88-25 AWARD Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve Resolution R-90-25, A BID/CONCRETE RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH MARTAM CONSTRUCTION, IMPROVEMENT INC FOR THE 2025 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM CONCRETE PROGRAMIMARTAM IMPROVEMENTS, MFT-25-00000-01-GM. Motion declared carried as approved CONSTRUCTION unanimously under Consent Agenda. Consent Agenda Resolution R-90-25 AUTHORIZE Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve Resolution R-91-25, A SUPPLEMENTAL RESOLUTION APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL COMPENSATION TO COMPENSATION/ CHRISTOPHER B. BURKE ENGINEERING, LTD FOR OAKTON STREET SIDEPATH CHRISTOPHER B CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING SERVICES. Motion declared carried as approved BURKE ENG/OAKTON unanimously under Consent Agenda. SIDEPATH Consent Agenda Resolution R-91-25 APPROVE Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve Resolution R-92-25, A AMENDMENT R-30-25/ RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING RESOLUTION NO. R-30-25 ADOPTION OF COOK APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF THE 2024 COUNTY MULTI -JURISDICTIONAL COUNTY HAZARD HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under MITIGATION Consent Agenda. Consent Agenda Resolution R-92-25 Page 4 of 13 5/05/2025 APPROVE CHANGE Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve Resolution R-93-25, A ORDER/APPLIED RESOLUTION APPROVING A CHANGE ORDER WITH APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS COMMUNICATIONS GROUP FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THE I -RECORD GROUP/I-RECORD CAMERA SYSTEM IN THE POLICE STATION INTERVIEW ROOMS. Motion declared CAMERA carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda. Consent Agenda Resolution R-93-25 APPROVE Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve Resolution R-96-25, A CONTRACT/SB RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH SB FRIEDMAN FRIEDMAN DEVELOPMENT ADVISORS, LLC FOR CONSULTING SERVICES RELATED TO TIF DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS IN THE CITY. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under ADVISORS/FISCAL Consent Agenda. CONSULTING Consent Agenda Resolution R-96-25 APPROVE Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve the Minutes of the City Council MINUTES meeting of April 21, 2025, as published. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously Consent Agenda under Consent Agenda. APPROVE Moved by Brookman, seconded by Sayad, to Approve the Closed Session Minutes of the MINUTES City Council meeting of April 21, 2025, as published. Motion declared carried as approved Consent Agenda unanimously under Consent Agenda. UNFINISHED BUSINESS CONSIDER AN This item was deferred from the April 25, 2025 City Council meeting. Director of EXTENSION CLASS 6B Community and Economic Development, Jeff Rogers, explained that the applicant withdrew TAX INCENTIVE FOR their request for a waiver related to employment and that they intend to comply with the 90 RAWLS city's policy for both investment and employment associated with a real property tax incentive. Resolution R-82-25 The applicant, GCB LLC, represented by Mark Rogers Liston & Tsantilis, requests City of Des Plaines support for their application to Cook County for a 12-year extension of an existing Class 6B Real Estate Tax Incentive for the proposed occupancy by Skoufis Food Services of an existing vacant industrial building to include more than $500,000 in new investment. The subject property is comprised of approximately 1.12 acres and is improved with an existing vacant industrial building comprised of more than 22,000 square feet. In 2014, the City Council approved Resolution R-174-14 supporting and consenting to the approval of a Cook County Class 6b Real Estate Incentive for D' Artagnan, Inc. The incentive approved in 2014 was initiated for tax year 2015 and is currently in year 10 of 12. After approval, D' Aliagnan, Inc. completed improvements to the property with investment exceeding $350,000 within the just two years of their occupancy with substantial additional investment completed thereafter. D' Aliagnan, Inc. employed eight full-time employees before vacating the property in early 2024. Page 5 of 13 5/05/2025 GCB LLC purchased the subject property in 2025 for approximately $2.86 million. GCB LLC is requesting the City's support and consent to an extension of the Class 6b incentive. If approved, the last two years of the original incentive would be terminated in favor of a 12- year extension beginning after year 10 of the original incentive. GCB LLC intends to lease the property to a related business entity known as Skoufis Food Service Inc. Skoufis proposes more than $500,000 in new physical improvements to the property reflected on the building permit value, a total which exceeds the City's minimum investment requirement for approval of an extension of a Class 6b incentive. Skoufis intends to operate a cold storage warehouse and distribution center on the property. Since 2019, new Class 6b requests must include a minimum of 30 new full-time employment positions and 6b extension requests must include an increase in employment of at least 33%. Since the April 21, 2025 City Council meeting, the applicant has revised their application to comply with the City's minimum employment requirements for both new Class 6b incentives and Class 6b extensions. The applicant intends to relocate 21 full-time employees to the subject property and add more than 10 employees from companies they will acquire. The applicant projects additional employment growth throughout the term of the Class 6b extension. The projected initial quantity of full-time employment positions would comprise approximately a 300% increase over the quantity of employees previously employed on the premises by D'Altangan. The applicant has provided a summary of projected tax implications from the development. In accordance with City policy, a courtesy notice was distributed to all potentially affected taxing jurisdictions notifying them of the City Council's consideration of this request. Staff recommended the City Council consider the proposed Resolution R-82-25 granting support and consent to the filing by GCB, LLC of an extension of the existing Class 6b application with the Cook County Assessor's Office. Mayor Goczkowski proposed adding language to the Class 6B Policy which would allow for follow-up on employment data. Alderman Moylan proposed an amendment to include the ability to check the number of employees in two years. Moved by Oskerka, seconded by Brookman to approve Resolution R-82-25 as amended with the addition to check on the investment and employment data in two years. Upon roll call, the vote was: AYES: 7 - Lysakowski, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad, Brookman, Walsten, Charewicz NAYS: 1 - Smith ABSENT: 0 - None Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION — Alderman Sayad, Chair WARRANT Alderman Sayad presented the Warrant Register. REGISTER Resolution Moved by Sayad, seconded by Lysakowski, to Approve the Warrant Register of R-94-25 May 5, 2025, in the Amount of $4,096,219.72 and Approve Resolution R-94-25. Page 6 of 13 5/05/2025 Upon roll call, the vote was: AYES: 8 - Lysakowski, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad, Brookman, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz NAYS: 0 - None ABSENT: 0 - None Motion declared carried. Alderman Sayad stated the general fund balance as of the end of March is $17,836,077 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT — Alderman Moylan, Chair CONSIDER CLASS 6B Director of Community and Economic Development, Jeff Rogers, reviewed a memorandum TAX INCENTIVE FOR dated April 24, 2025. PORTIONPAC CHEMICAL CORP AT The applicant, PortionPac Chemical Corporation LLC, represented by Elliott & Associates 85 BRADROCK DRIVE Attorneys, PLLC, requested City of Des Plaines support for their application to Cook County for a new Cook County Class 613 Real Estate Tax Incentive for the proposed occupancy by Resolution PortionPac of an existing vacant industrial building to include approximately $575,000 in R-95-25 new investment. The subject property is comprised of approximately 1.08 acres and is improved with an existing, recently vacated industrial building comprised of more than 26,900 square feet. An entity created by the applicant, 85 Bradrock Acquisition LLC, is the contract purchaser of the property. PortionPac Chemical Corporation LLC would occupy the subject property to operate a warehouse/logistics business and training center. PortionPac Chemical Corporation LLC proposes approximately $575,000 in new physical improvements to the property reflected on the building permit value, a total which exceeds the City's minimum investment requirement for approval of a new Class 6b incentive. The applicant has provided a summary of projected tax implications from the development. In accordance with City policy, a courtesy notice was distributed to all potentially affected taxing jurisdictions notifying them of the City Council's consideration of this request. In accordance with Cook County's regulations for Class 6b incentives, PortionPac Chemical Corporation LLC is requesting the City's support and consent to a new Class 6b incentive with special circumstances since the building has been vacant for less than 12 months. A prior tenant, Janler Corporation vacated the property on or about the end of February 2025. The applicant asserts that the building is 59 years old and has deferred maintenance and the existing layout provides a low ratio of office space to warehouse space and only one loading dock which limits the types of tenants that may be interested in a potential future re - occupancy. In accordance with the City's policy, the applicant is requesting a partial waiver from the City's criteria requiring a minimum of 30 new full-time employment positions be established upon the property within two years. Instead, the applicant requests approval of the relocation of 13 existing full-time positions from their existing location in Cook County and the creation of at least eight new full-time positions within four years. The business would contract for freight services from a Des Plaines logistics company. The applicant also proposes to operate a training center on the property which would bring additional people to the property for durations involving overnight hotel stays. In accordance with City policy for the approval of a new Class 6b incentive, the City Council shall consider the applicant's circumstances in relation to the following three standards: Page 7 of 13 5/05/2025 1. There are physical constraints to the subject property that prohibit the applicant/subject occupant to reasonably accommodate the minimum quantity of new employment positions (30) within the given timeframe (two years). 2. An alternative effort will be made to improve the subject property, employment opportunities, and other community benefits; and 3. The additional criteria for employment cannot be accommodated at the time of application, but an update on employment figures shall be provided within six months of completing all permitted construction activities. Staff recommended the City Council consider the proposed Resolution R-95-25 granting support and consent to the filing by PortionPac Chemical Corporation LLC of an extension of the existing Class 6b application with the Cook County Assessor's Office including a partial waiver of the City's minimum quantity of new employment positions from 30 to 21 and to extend the period to establish those new positions from two years to four years. The applicants explained that the training hub will bring patrons to the hotels and restaurants in the area and local trucking facilities will be utilized for deliveries. Training sessions will take place every month for three to five days. This property is in the fifth ward. Alderman Brookman supported this request even though the employment criteria is not currently met. Moved by Brookman, seconded by Walsten moved to approve R-95-25, A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING AND CONSENTING TO THE APPROVAL OF A COOK COUNTY CLASS 6B REAL ESTATE INCENTIVE CLASSIFICATION FOR 85 BRADROCK DRIVE. Upon roll call, the vote was: AYES: 7 - Lysakowski, Oskerka, Sayad, Brookman, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz NAYS: 1 - Moylan ABSENT: 0 - None Motion declared carried. CONSIDER Senior Planner Samantha Redman reviewed a memorandum dated April 24, 2025. PRELIMINARY PPUD AND CU FOR The petitioner, Heritage Woods Northwest LLC, 1016 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60607, HERITAGE WOODS requests: (i) Conditional Use for an Assisted Living Facility with 150 units in the R-3 zoning 2220 E GOLF RD district; and (ii) a Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) with an exception for height from 45 feet to 50.5 feet. Ordinance Z-12-25 In 1984, this site was annexed into the city (Ordinance A-2-83) and the building for the United Stationers Corporate Headquarters was constructed. This building was occupied by the United Stationers until approximately 2007. The building was demolished in 2009 and the site has remained vacant for approximately fourteen years. The petitioner, Heritage Woods Northwest LLC, is the contract purchaser of 2200 E Golf Road. On January 7, 2025, the Planning and Zoning Board hosted a special workshop to discuss the proposed development. The developer delivered a presentation and hosted an open house for the Board and the public to discuss the proposed facility. No public comments have been received for the proposed development at the time of this report. To allow this use in this location, the applicant requests the following: 1. Conditional Use for an Assisted Living Facility in the R-3 zoning district. 2. Preliminary Planned Unit Development to construct a 150 unit assisted living facility, with an exception to allow the height to be 50.5 feet exceeding the maximum height of 45 feet in the R-3 zoning district. Page 8 of 13 5/05/2025 This type of facility provides services for senior residents requiring assistance with two or more activities of daily living. Although the facility will serve residents 65 years of age or older, its primary clientele are the "frail elderly" with an average age of 85 or older. This developer has constructed several similar senior living facilities, including Illinois locations in McHenry, Batavia, Downers Grove, Gurnee, South Elgin, and Rockford. Employees of this facility will include CNAs, RNs, and other support and office staff. The petitioner states they estimate approximately 22 employees will work at this facility and it will operate 24/7. Pursuant to Section 12-9-7, assisted living facilities require 1 space for each 5 beds, plus 2 spaces for every 3 employees. According to the petitioner residents of this type of facility typically do not drive. The facility will provide a private shuttle to transport residents to doctor's appointments, shopping and other activities. A condition of approval states this private transportation option must be available to residents throughout the operation of this use. Access will continue to be provided to this property through the existing driveway along Golf Road to the southwest of the property. Additional access points will connect to the existing multifamily development to the north, The Monarch. Per the petitioner, easement and access agreements already exist allowing for this connection from the proposed development. No driveways will open to North East River Road. Refer to the Traffic Impact Study for information regarding traffic related to this use. The Public Works and Engineering Department (PWE) reviewed the traffic study and did not indicate specific concerns regarding its findings The Fire Prevention Division did not indicate any concerns regarding the site plan and emergency access. However, assisted living facilities, particularly facilities such as the proposed that specialize in the frail elderly, may generate additional demand on emergency services due to the nature of this use and the average age of the occupants. This property is within the boundary of Des Plaines Fire Department Station 61 response area. There are three stations within the City and Station 61 had the highest call volume between 2021 and 2024. Of the seven assisted living facilities in the city, four are located within the response area of Fire Station 61. Details on the proposed project's internal emergency management strategy was provided by the management company, Gardant Management Solutions. This describes the availability of staff and a private ambulance for non -emergency calls. Gardant Management Solutions provided a letter detailing the 911 call volume of existing facilities in other communities generally resulting in nine to eighteen calls a month, or 108 to 180 calls a year per facility. Based on the memo and consultation with the Fire Department, several suggested conditions of approval were developed for the Board and Councils' review. These conditions include requiring an active contract with a private ambulance company for non -emergency calls, as well as quarterly meetings during the first year of operation between the operator of the facility and the Fire Department, followed by semiannual meetings after the first year. A final condition from emergency services requests the address be changed prior to building permit. An unrelated assisted living facility is located at 2200 E Golf Road in the Village of Glenview. This is an administrative process through the City; the Cook County PIN would be unchanged. Page 9 of 13 5/05/2025 A planned development, as defined below, was requested by the petitioner: A development occurring on a parcel under single ownership or unified control which is developed as a unit and includes two (2) or more principal buildings or uses and is processed under the planned development procedure of this title" (Section 12-13-3). PUDs are authorized in all zoning districts in the City subject to the regulations in Section 12-3-5 of the Zoning Ordinance and must be under single ownership and/or unified control. While the subject property is currently not owned by the petitioner, the petitioner does intend to take ownership of the property upon approval of the requests in this application. As identified in the Project Overview section, the proposal exceeds the maximum height permitted in the R-3 zoning district, requiring PUD exceptions from Section 12-3-5.C. An exception allowing for increased height for a PUD can be considered beneficial for reducing the overall building footprint by allowing for increased development vertically rather than horizontally. The petitioner has requested a minor variation for building materials to deviate from the below requirement: "Multi -family residential shall be constructed with one hundred percent (100%) face brick, natural stone, or anchored or adhered masonry veneer on all street facing and side elevations with at least two (2) complimentary colors or materials and a minimum of eight feet (8')from the top of foundation on all remaining elevations. " (Section 12-3- 11.D.2.a.3) Several elevations do not meet this requirement and a minor variation is requested. The Planning and Zoning Board (PZB) unanimously suggested the building should contain additional brick and suggested a condition requiring the elevations to be primarily masonry on all exterior elevations. A variation for building materials would occur through a separate process at a future meeting. Due to conditions of the applicant's real estate contract relating to the purchase of the property, the applicant requests preliminary feedback from the City Council in advance of their major variation consideration so they may better anticipate potential costs associated with the building finishes. Preliminary comments would be nonbinding and the City Council would have additional opportunity to evaluate if a variation request is submitted in the future. Refer to the Architectural Elevations attachment for revised plans since the PZB meeting. Despite this use being a Conditional Use in this zoning district, this additional entitlement strategy was chosen to provide a streamlined process for requesting any exceptions, including the increased height, and to provide the ability for the PZB and City Council to engage in meaningful dialogue during the review process about the overall site plan. The Preliminary PUD plat and site plan include proposed modifications along the gravel path along the south boundary of the property, to be determined after consultation with Public Works and Engineering and the Forest Preserve prior to Final PUD Plat. No significant natural vegetation, topographic or geologic features exist on site that would be beneficial to maintain. New landscaping is proposed throughout the development, reducing the amount of impervious surface currently located on the site. This development develops long -vacant land to serve the region's growing senior population, addressing the need for specialized housing and services described in the Comprehensive Plan. While the nature of this use may increase demand on emergency services, the proposed conditions of approval may help mitigate potential impacts, ensuring continued service efficiency. Page 10 of 13 5/05/2025 Additionally, the development fully complies with fire code regulations, and its access design -maintaining the existing entrance and utilizing the internal road network connected to The Monarch development- supports safe and efficient emergency response. By providing housing and services tailored to seniors while maintaining adherence to safety standards, the project promotes public health, safety, and general welfare. The PZB held a public hearing on April 8, 2025 to consider the requests. The PZB voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the Conditional Use for Assisted Living Facility and the Preliminary Planned Unit Development. The following conditions are recommended. These conditions are incorporated in the approving ordinance. Suggested Conditions of Approval: 1. The property address shall be updated to the assigned address prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. 2. The Petitioner must, during the first year operating the Proposed Use, meet quarterly with the City Fire Department to discuss emergency response procedures and other operational matters related to City services; and, after the first year of operation, meet semiannually unless the Fire Chief specifies an alternative meeting frequency. 3. The Petitioner must maintain an active contract with a private ambulance service for non -emergency calls for the duration of the Proposed Use on the property. 4. The Petitioner must provide a shuttle service or an alternative private transportation option for residents of the Proposed Development. 5. At the time of final approval for the Final Plat of PUD for the Proposed Development, the Petitioner must submit a site plan that includes a designated walkway or pedestrian path along the southern boundary of the Property unless otherwise determined by the Public Works and Engineering Director. 6. The Petitioner must update the design of all exterior walls of the Building to be primarily masonry materials. Fire Chief Matzl estimated the proposed development will create an additional 225 to 250 EMS incident calls per year. Alderman Lysakowski is opposed to the development. The building does not comply with the required building materials, exceeds the height limit and will increase emergency services. . Alderman Brookman stated that the building and BOCA codes for new construction, especially in the downtown area, need to be addressed before approving new construction. Alderman Sayad inquired as to how the building would be evacuated in case of a fire. CED Director Rogers responded that the fire escape is a stairwell. Alderman Charewicz suggested that the purchase of an additional ambulance be included in the next budget to support new developments. Moved by Walsten, seconded by Charewicz to approve Ordinance Z-12-25. Bernard Citron of Thompson Coburn LLP addressed the City Council. The petitioners do not believe the number of EMS calls would significantly increase but would like to work Page 11 of 13 5/05/2025 with staff to address additional concerns. Mr. Citron stated that a significant amount of brick was added to the plans following the PZB meeting and requested that the parties continue to work together. Moved by Walsten to amend the motion to amend item six of the recommendations to read comply with building design standards of Section 12-3-11 of the Code. Resident Jim Brookman questioned if staff was adequate to evacuate such a development and expressed that a development impact fee could pay for an additional ambulance. Moved by Walsten, seconded by Charewicz to approve as amended Ordinance Z-12-25, AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY AND A PRELIMINARY PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PLAT FOR 2200 EAST GOLF ROAD (CASE #25-014-PPUD). Upon roll call, the vote was: AYES: 2 - Walsten, Charewicz NAYS: 6 - Lysakowski, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad, Brookman, Smith ABSENT: 0 - None Motion failed. CONSIDER Senior Planner Samantha Redman reviewed a memorandum dated April 25, 2025. APPROVING A MAJOR VARIATION FOR The petitioner, the Patricia E. Kearney Trust, 650 Mooring Line Drive, Naples, FL 34102. 1244 BROWN STREET Representative Gene S. Bobroff, 701 W. Golf Rd, Mt Prospect, IL 60056 requests a major variation to the lot area requirement. This property is in the first ward. Ordinance Z-13-25 According to the original 1955 building permit, this building was constructed with four bedrooms and bathrooms, reflecting its current unit mix. Since its construction, minimal alterations have been made, with most building permits on file for this building related to maintenance activities such as roof repairs, plumbing work, and hard surface replacements. City records indicate that the property has been zoned for multifamily residential use throughout its history. At the time of construction, the 1923 Zoning Ordinance was in effect, and the property was subject to regulations under "Area District B — Multiple Family." Rather than using lot area restrictions to regulate density, the 1923 ordinance set a density limit, stating that no dwelling could be built or altered to accommodate more than eight families per acre, or a proportional number for smaller lots. Given the property's size of 0.14 acres, a maximum of 11 dwelling units would have been permitted. The current minimum lot area requirement was introduced in the 1960 Zoning Ordinance, after this building's construction. Based on these regulations, the existing multifamily building is classified as a legal non- conforming structure under Section 12-5-5 of the current Zoning Ordinance. The lot area does not meet the current R-4 district minimum required 10,000 square feet. However, the existing five parking spaces comply with zoning regulations. The most recent zoning ordinance update occurred in 1998, and any modifications to this building must adhere to its requirements. The property is within the R-4, Central Core Residential Zoning District, which permits multifamily buildings. The petitioner seeks to alter the basement and first floor to create a new unit on each floor, proposing to add a studio in the basement and divide the first floor from one two -bedroom apartment to two one -bedroom apartments. Page 12 of 13 5/05/2025 To accommodate the revised unit mix, a zoning variation is required to reduce the lot area. The current four -unit building can continue as a non -conforming structure per Section 12-5- 5 of the Zoning Ordinance; however, it cannot undergo improvements beyond ordinary repair and maintenance without zoning relief. Increasing the total units from four to six would eliminate the property's legal non -conforming status. Approval of this request would allow the property to be legally recognized with six dwelling units, without the limitations imposed on non -conforming structures. Each unit must also meet the minimum size specified in Section 12-7-2.G.5. Any studios must be a minimum of 550 square feet in size and any one -bedroom units must a minimum of 650 square feet. The petitioner is aware the floor plan will need to be updated for the garden level studio unit to meet this requirement. The R-4 Zoning District establishes minimum lot area requirements based on either a fixed lot size of 10,000 square feet or a total determined by the unit mix, whichever is greater. In this case, the 10,000 square foot minimum applies. The existing lot does not meet this requirement, meaning it could not be newly created, nor could the building be constructed today as originally built, based on the current zoning ordinance. Because the property owner proposes to alter the unit mix and increase the number of units, the modifications would eliminate the building's legal non -conforming status. As a result, a variation is necessary to allow for the proposed changes. The off-street parking requirement for efficiency (studio) and one -bedroom units in the R-4 zoning district is 1 space per dwelling unit and 1.5 spaces for each two bedroom unit. The existing unit mix is 2 two -bedroom units and 2 one -bedroom units, requiring five spaces. With the five spaces in the rear parking area and one driveway space, parking is currently compliant. For the proposed six one -bedroom units, six parking spaces would be required. Per the Petitioner's Narrative, five off-street parking spaces are provided in the rear, and several additional vehicles can park in the driveway accessed by Brown Street. The zoning ordinance does not allow tandem parking spaces, so only one space in the driveway can be counted towards the minimum off-street parking requirement. The PZB held a public hearing on April 8, 2025 to consider the requests. The PZB voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the major variation. Moved by Lysakowski, seconded by Sayad, to Approve First Reading of Ordinance Z-13-25, AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A MAJOR VARIATION TO REDUCE THE MINIMUM LOT AREA FOR 1244 BROWN STREET, DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS (CASE #25-015-V). Upon voice vote, the vote was: AYES: 8 - Lysakowski, Moylan, Oskerka, Sayad, Brookman, Walsten, Smith, Charewicz NAYS: 0 - None ABSENT: 0 - None Motion declared carried. FINAL REMARKS Alderman Lysakowski, Alderman Brookman, and City Clerk Mastalski delivered their final remarks. RECESS The meeting was recessed at 8:37 p.m. for the presentation of plaques to the outgoing elected officials and the swearing -in of the newly elected officials. Page 13 of 13 5/05/2025 PRESENTATION Mayor Goczkowski presented items of appreciation for service to: Jessica M. Mastalski — City Clerk, 2021-2025 Mark Lysakowski — First Ward Alderman, 2017-2025 Carla Brookman — Fifth Ward Alderman, 1997-2009 and 2017-2025 SWEARING -IN The Honorable John Hock administered the Oath of Office to the following newly CEREMONY elected officials: Andrew Goczkowski — Mayor Dominik Bronakowski — City Clerk Margaret Chlebek — Alderman — First Ward Sean Oskerka — Alderman — Third Ward Thomas A. Merlin — Alderman — Fifth Ward Patricia Smith — Alderman — Seventh Ward COUNCIL Mayor Goczkowski called the meeting back to order at 8:57 p.m. RECONVENED COMMITTEE ON Moved by Walsten, seconded by Oskerka, to nominate Alderman Sayad as the COMMITTEES Chairman of Committee on Committees. 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. Alderman Sayad requested that Committee forms be completed by May 9, 2025. OTHER MAYORAL/ The newly elected officials expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to serve on the ALDERMAN City Council. ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT Moved by Sayad, seconded by Walsten, to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice vote, motion declared carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m. - 4alt, "LA-1- Laura ast — DEPUTY CITY CLERK APPROVED BY ME THIS /g DAY OF , 2025 Andrew Goczkowski, MAYOR