Village Board of Trustees

MINUTES President and Board of Trustees Village of Arlington Heights Board Room Arlington Heights Village Hall 33 S. Arlington Heights Road Arlington Heights, IL 60005 May 18, 2026 7:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS President Tinaglia and the following Trustees responded to roll: James Bertucci, Wendy Dunnington, Colin Gilbert, Robin LaBedz, Bill Manganaro, Carina Santa Maria, Tom Schwingbeck, Greg Zyck. Also present were: Randy Recklaus, Diana Mikula, Chris Paperniak, Chief Lance Harris, Michael Lysicatos, Hart Passman, and Maggie Mattio. IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. 5/4/26 Meeting Minutes Trustee LaBedz moved to Approve. Trustee Dunnington Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck Nays: None Abstain: Trustee Tom Schwingbeck V. APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE A. 5/15/26 Warrant Register Trustee Bertucci moved to Approve the Warrant Register dated May 15, 2026, in the amount of $2,527,434.72. Trustee Schwingbeck Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, Trustee Schwingbeck, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck  Nays: None Abstain: None VI. RECOGNITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS A. Recognition of Hersey Boys Basketball Team - Sectional Champions President Tinaglia recognized the Hersey Boys Basketball Team as Sectional Champions for the first time in 30 years. Trustee LaBedz reminded the public that the use of e-mobility devices was prohibited at Alfresco, except for medical mobility devices, and that the use of e-mobility devices should be operated safely throughout the Village. She also mentioned that bicycles, scooters, and skateboards should be walked, not ridden through Alfresco. Trustee Schwingbeck invited all to attend the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 25th beginning at 9:30 a.m. VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS VIII. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Anyone wishing to speak on a subject not on the Agenda should fill out a card, located in the back of the room, and hand it to the Village Clerk. Please limit your comments to three minutes. Fred Vogt, Chair of the Senior Citizens Commission, announced the Commission was seeking nominations for the annual Kenneth Hood Award. The award recognizes individuals and/or organizations who serve on behalf of the senior citizen population. Devin Gray thanked the Trustees who met with him to discuss the Village's short-term rental and shared regulations adopted by the City of Evanston to oversee rental properties. He suggested the Village adopt similar regulations to allow, not ban short-term rentals. He also mentioned that the Village of Glen Ellyn and Village of Barrington Hills had been presented with a lawsuit for adopting a similar ordinance to that of the Village. David Korney and Norbert Piotrowski expressed concern over the possible tax burden on residents if the Bears decided to build their stadium in Arlington Heights. Mr. Korney mentioned residents have not been engaged and suggested a referendum. IX. CONSENT AGENDA This Agenda consists of proposals and recommendations that, in the opinion of the Village Manager, will be acceptable to all members of the Board of Trustees. The purpose of this Agenda is to save time by taking only one roll call vote instead of separate votes on each item. Consideration of this Consent Agenda will be governed by the following rules and procedures prior to roll call vote: 1. Any Trustee who wishes to vote "no" or "pass" on any Consent Agenda items should so indicate. 2. Upon the request of any one Trustee, any item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately after adoption of the Consent Agenda. 3. Citizens in the audience may request that the Board remove any item from this Consent Agenda for separate consideration after adoption of the Consent Agenda. 4. One roll call vote will be taken and will cover all remaining Consent Agenda items. Trustee Schwingbeck moved to Approve Items A through D of the Consent Agenda. Trustee LaBedz Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, Trustee Schwingbeck, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck Nays: None Abstain: None A. Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 13 of the Village Code ... 2026-17 B. Resolution Authorizing Execution of Highway Authority Agreement for Leaking Underground Storage Tanks R2026-50 A2026-37 C. Resolution Approving the Purchase of a Directional Boring Machine R2026-51 A2026-38 D. A Resolution Approving Final Plat of Subdivision (1500 E. Euclid Avenue) R2026-52 E. Resolution Awarding a Contract for 2026 MFT Street Construction Trustee Manganaro requested the removal of this item from the Consent Agenda for further discussion. Residents Keith Moens and Robert Brodecki expressed concern over the shared bicycle and parking lanes and suggested the installation of barriers between the lanes to prevent cyclist accidents. Mr. Paperniak explained that any modifications to the project would require the solicitation of new bids to incorporate the cost of the barriers, resulting in postponing the project to 2027 to accommodate the bidding process. He mentioned that bicycle lane features could be updated during the Bicycle and Pedestrian Comprehensive Plan. Trustee LaBedz moved to Approve. Trustee Schwingbeck Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, Trustee Schwingbeck, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck Nays: None Abstain: None R2026-53 A2026-39 X. NEW BUSINESS  A. Appointment of Krystle King to the Arlington Economic Alliance, term ending April 30, 2029 Trustee Bertucci moved to Concur in the Mayor's Appointment. Trustee Santa Maria Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, Trustee Schwingbeck, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck Nays: None Abstain: None President Tinaglia administered the Oath of Office to Ms. King. B. Appointment of Rick Koebernick to the Zoning Board of Appeals, effective June 9, 2026, term ending April 30, 2031 Trustee Gilbert moved to Concur in the Mayor's Appointment. Trustee Zyck Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, Trustee Schwingbeck, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck Nays: None Abstain: None President Tinaglia administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Koebernick. C. An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8 of the Municipal Code Regarding Noise Regulations Mr. Recklaus, asked to remove this item from New Business and stated the Ordinance was still being revised. E. 1301 E. Burr Oak Drive – Centennial Park, PC#26-002 Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, PUD, Special Use Permit with Variances Trustee Gilbert motioned to move this item for discussion after the Zoning Board of Appeals Appointment. Trustee Schwingbeck Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, Trustee Schwingbeck, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck Nays: None Abstain: None Petitioner John Kramer, on behalf of the Arlington Heights Park District, discussed the existing conditions of Centennial Park and proposed improvements. Improvements included the replacement of the current playground with a new nature-themed design, installation of fitness stations, a new and larger shelter, replacement of the dock with a boardwalk and fishing pier, new asphalt walking path, and concrete improvements with ADA accommodations. He added that improvements to the baseball field included the replacement of the backstop, installation of new light poles, dugout fencing, concrete paving, and players' benches, and were all made with consideration for their affiliate, Arlington Heights Youth Athletic Association (AHYAA), which uses the park to host games. The proposed improvements would require an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to redesignate 1408 E. Eton Drive from a single-family detached designation to a park designation and rezoning of said address from R-3 One-Family Dwelling District to P-L Public Land District. It would also require a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for park improvements on property within the P-L Public Land District, and a special use permit for facilities owned and operated by the Park District within the P-L Public Land District. Several variations from Chapter 28 would also be required, including a waiver of the required petition for the PUD to include a traffic study and parking analysis, allowing a fence height of 40 feet, where the height limit is 6 feet to accommodate the baseball backstop, and permitting the existing sports lighting at 49.5 feet where the maximum height is 40 feet. After review by the Plan Commission, they recommended approval of the project subject to the conditions that the Park District add five shade trees within the existing parking lot islands, shall confirm the exact height of the existing light poles and variation if any, and submit a photometric plan. Members of AHYAA were in support of the proposed improvements to Centennial Park and encouraged the Park District to continue to invest in their parks and facilities. Homeowners residing around Centennial Park expressed concern over the bright lights and noise during games and flooding from the pond. Trustee Schwingbeck moved to Direct Staff and the Village Attorney to prepare final documents granting the zoning relief for consideration at a future Board meeting for PC#26-002, subject to the recommended conditions, all as set forth in the agenda for tonight's Board Meeting. Trustee Gilbert Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, Trustee Schwingbeck, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck Nays: None Abstain: None D. An Ordinance Concerning the Imposition of Lift Assist Fees Fire Chief Harris reported that the Fire Department has experienced an increasing number of non-emergency lift assist calls since July 2023. As a result, it has impacted ambulance availability and operational efficiency, potentially delaying responses to critical emergencies and increasing reliance on mutual aid services. In an effort to preserve response resources, he proposed implementing a fee for non-emergency lift assist services. The fee schedules proposed were based on the number of occurrences per calendar year, but differed for private residences versus senior living facilities. Implementation of the proposed non-emergency lift assist fee would begin with community education, outreach to senior living facilities, coordination with staff from the Village's Health and Human Services, and clear fee assessment guidelines. Residents would receive an informational letter after the first non-emergency lift assist request outlining the fee schedule and available support and care resources. Trustee Santa Maria moved to Approve the Lift Assist Ordinance as drafted. Trustee Manganaro Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, Trustee Schwingbeck, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck Nays: None Abstain: None  2026-18 F. Discussion Regarding the Exploration of a Downtown Social District The Board previously expressed interest in permitting patrons to purchase alcoholic beverages from participating licensed Alfresco establishments for consumption within its boundaries. Staff researched the operational framework of Social District programs in Cary, Crystal Lake, and Rockford, Illinois, and St. Joseph and Saugatuck, Michigan and discussed potential guidelines for a pilot program at Alfresco. Key considerations included establishing clearly marked district boundaries, limiting alcohol consumption to designated areas and approved hours, operating seasonally during the Alfresco months, limiting participation to licensed businesses that opt-in, requiring approved non-glass branded cups, stickers, or wristbands, prohibiting outside alcohol, and maintaining enforcement of open-container laws outside district boundaries. Businesses would retain discretion regarding whether beverages purchased from other participating establishments could be brought onto their premises. Ms. Mikula said the establishment of a Social District at Alfresco was an opportunity for economic development and a place-making initiative to enhance downtown activity and support local businesses. The program would allow patrons to carry alcoholic beverages within a designated and regulated area during dining, concerts, and community events, with the goal of encouraging residents and visitors to spend more time downtown. President Tinaglia and Trustees Schwingbeck, Zyck, Manganaro, Bertucci, Dunnington, and Santa Maria were all in favor of moving forward with a Social District pilot program for the 2026 Alfresco season. However, there were concerns over enforcement, underage drinking, plastic cups, and costs to taxpayers. It was suggested that staff seek input from the Environmental Commission and the Arlington Economic Alliance. Trustee LaBedz was not in support of a pilot program for enforcement reasons. XI. CLOSED SESSION 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(11): litigation, when an action against, affecting or on behalf of the Village has been filed and is pending before a court or administrative tribunal, or when the Board finds that an action is probable or imminent Trustee Manganaro moved to enter into Closed Session at 10:39PM. Trustee LaBedz Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, Trustee Schwingbeck, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck Nays: None Abstain: None XII. ADJOURNMENT Trustee LaBedz moved to Adjourn from Closed Session at 10:57PM. Trustee Schwingbeck Seconded the Motion. The Motion: Passed Ayes: Trustee Bertucci, Trustee Dunnington, Trustee Gilbert, Trustee LaBedz, Trustee Manganaro, Trustee Santa Maria, Trustee Schwingbeck, President Tinaglia, Trustee Zyck Nays: None Abstain: None Persons with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services, such as an American Sign Language interpreter or written materials in accessible formats, should contact the Health & Human Services Department, at 33 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, healthmail@vah.com or 847/368-5760.