President and Board of Trustees
Regular MeetingOak Park, IL · December 7, 2015
Minutes
123 Madison Street
Village of Oak Park Oak Park, Illinois 60302
www.oak-park.us
Meeting Minutes
President and Board of Trustees
Monday, December 7, 2015 6:30 PM Village Hall
I. Call to Order
Village President Abu-Taleb called the meeting to order at 6:35 P.M.
II. Roll Call
Present: 6- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President Abu-Taleb
Absent: 1- Village Trustee Ott
III. Consideration of Motion to Adjourn to Executive Session to Discuss Pending
Litigation
It was moved by Village Trustee Brewer, seconded by Village Trustee Barber, to
enter into executive session pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(11) - pending litigation.
The motion was approved. The roll call on the vote was as follows:
AYES: 6- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1- Village Trustee Ott
V. Reconvene to Regular Meeting in Council Chambers and Call to Order
The Regular Meeting reconvened at 7:35 P.M.
VI. Roll Call
Present: 7- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Ott, Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President
Abu-Taleb
Absent: 0
VII. Agenda Approval
Village Manager Pavlicek noted that Item N has been removed from the agenda.
It was moved by Village Trustee Tucker, seconded by Village Trustee Barber, to
approve the agenda. A voice vote was taken and the motion was approved.
VIII. Minutes
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A. MOT 15-144 Motion to Approve Minutes for November 16, 2015 Regular Meeting of the
Village Board.
It was moved by Village Trustee Brewer, seconded by Village Trustee Ott, to
approve the minutes of November 16, 2015. A voice vote was taken and the
motion was approved.
IX. Non-Agenda Public Comment
Keith Bringe, representing the Art Deco Society. Mr. Bringe discussed preservation of
the historic Oak Park Post Office and asked the Board for their support as they advocate
for increased funding from the United States Postal Service for needed repairs.
Rebecca Morrow-Nye. Ms. Morrow-Nye asked the Board to uphold the zoning laws to
enforce the high school's obligation to provide a minimum of one off-street on-site parking
space per classroom for the more than 500 employees. Taxpayers have already paid for
half the cost of building the community parking garage. She would like her tax dollars to
finish paying for the necessary garage, not buy it so it can be destroyed.
Bruce Kleinman. Mr. Kleinman stated that tearing down the parking garage may cause
a ripple effect down Lake Street into the business district. He felt that this would be poor
public policy when there is such limited parking in Oak Park. In addition, off-site parking
could make it difficult for teachers to get to the building in inclement weather.
Monica Sheehan. Ms. Sheehan quoted minutes from several D200 board meetings and
discussed why the parking garage was built in the first place. Enrollment is expected to
grow; future needs should be considered as well as current needs.
Maureen Vachta. Ms. Vachta supports the idea that upgraded aquatic facilities for the
high school are needed. However, it should not come at the expense of the parking
structure.
Kevin Corotis. Mr. Corotis, a student and water polo team member at the high school,
discussed the sub-standard condition of the current pool compared to pools at other
schools.
Peter Ryan. Mr. Ryan asked that those leading the petition drive opposing the pool
support the information that they have been promoting to the community and apologize
to the D200 board and local residents for misinformation given, such as the exaggerated
cost of the project.
Ellen Pimentel. Ms. Pimentel stated that she has attended many D200 board meetings
to become educated regarding plans for the pool. They have done their due diligence; this
was the best solution available.
Wayne Franklin. Mr. Franklin also stated that the location where the new pool will be
built is the best available option.
Village President Abu-Taleb commented that the school is in need of a pool; the current
location does not work. In addition, everyone concurs that parking is an issue for the
neighbors, which also needs to be addressed. He hoped that these discussions will lead
them to a solution that is the best possible for the community.
X. Village Manager Reports
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Village Manager Pavlicek noted that carpet and furniture replacement is being done at
Village Hall during the month of December. This has made it necessary to temporarily
relocate various employees. If anyone doing business at Village Hall is looking for a
particular person, the Manager's Office can assist in finding them.
B. ID 15-396 Presentation by the Respiratory Health Association Recognizing Oak Park’s Efforts
to Promote Health Lungs By Including E-Cigarettes in the Village’s Indoor Clean Air
Policy.
A representative from the Respiratory Health Association presented an award to the
Village in recognition of the addition of electronic cigarettes to the Clean Indoor Air Policy
ordinance.
XI. Village Board Committees
There was nothing to report.
XII. Second Reading
C. ORD 15-196 Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 22
(“Streets and Sidewalks”), Article 10 (“Commercial Use of Sidewalk Space”),
Section 22-10-2 (“Use of Sidewalks for Restaurant Tables and Floral
Displays”) of the Oak Park Village Code
Village President Abu-Taleb spoke about the negative feedback from the business
community regarding this ordinance. There was a brief discussion. The ordinance died
as a result of no motion.
D. ORD 15-197 Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 15
(“Motor Vehicles and Traffic”), Article 5 (“Schedule of Fines and Penalties
for Certain Minor Traffic Violation, Parking and Vehicle License Violations”)
of the Oak Park Village Code
It was moved by Village Trustee Brewer, seconded by Village Trustee Barber,
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 7- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Ott, Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President
Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
E. ORD 15-202 Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 15
(“Motor Vehicles and Traffic”), Article 4 (“Vehicle Licenses”), Section 15-4-3
(“Fees Generally”) of the Oak Park Village Code
It was moved by Village Trustee Tucker, seconded by Village Trustee Lueck, that
this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the vote
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was as follows:
AYES: 7- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Ott, Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President
Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
F. ORD 15-203 Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Section 20-7-2 of
the Oak Park Village Code to Establish New Environmental Fee Rates
Village Trustee Salzman commented that this increase will go towards the debt incurred
for alley improvements, which has been a Board priority for two years. It amounts to
approximately $2 per quarter. He added that anyone not in favor of this should explain
how they would propose the funds be generated.
Village Trustee Barber commented that these fees were just raised last year. Village
Manager Pavlicek stated that last year the Village absorbed the increase from the
contractor and charged less than the actual contractual price. This year, they are asking
to pass on the contractual price from a year ago as well as the increase in disposal fees
anticipated from the landfill. At 3.5%, the cost per month for a 96 gallon cart will be
$24.72 and $20.29 for the 64 gallon cart.
Village Trustee Barber asked how much of an impact absorbing the 3.5% would have in
terms of income. He was under the impression that last year's increase would continue
to be used to offset the alley improvement debt until completion. He was confident that
the funds could be found in other areas such as positions not filled instead of raising fees
for every resident.
It was moved by Village Trustee Tucker, seconded by Village Trustee Salzman,
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 6- Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village Trustee Ott, Village Trustee
Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 1- Village Trustee Barber
ABSENT: 0
XIII. Consent Agenda
Approval of the Consent Agenda
It was moved by Village Trustee Lueckand seconded by Village Trustee Brewer
to approve the items under the Consent Agenda. The motion was approved. The
roll call on the vote was as follows:
AYES: 7- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Ott, Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President
Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
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G. ORD 15-205 An Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes in the Amount of
$312,276 for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2015 and Ending
December 31, 2015 for the Village of Oak Park Special Service Area Number
One
This Ordinance was adopted.
H. ORD 15-206 An Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes in the Amount of
$6,397 for the 2015 Tax Year for Village of Oak Park Special Service Area
Number Seven
This Ordinance was adopted.
I. ORD 15-210 An Ordinance Terminating Special Service Area Number 2
This Ordinance was adopted.
J. ORD 15-211 An Ordinance Terminating Special Service Area Number 3
This Ordinance was adopted.
K. ORD 15-212 An Ordinance Terminating Special Service Area Number 4
This Ordinance was adopted.
L. ORD 15-213 An Ordinance Terminating Special Service Area Number 5
This Ordinance was adopted.
M. ORD 15-214 An Ordinance Terminating Special Service Area Number 6
This Ordinance was adopted.
O. RES 15-463 A Resolution Authorizing a Change Order to the Independent Contractor
Agreement with Alpine Demolition Services, LLC, for the Building
Demolition Project at 6641-43 North Avenue for an Additional $76,827
This Resolution was adopted.
P. RES 15-472 A Resolution Approving a Professional Services Agreement between HR
Green, Inc. and the Village of Oak Park and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
Q. MOT 15-139 Motion to Approve the Monthly Treasurer’s Report for All Funds
This Motion was approved.
R. MOT 15-140 Motion to Approve the Bills in the Amount of $3,831,216.26 From October
30, 2015 Through December 3, 2015
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This Motion was approved.
S. MOT 15-141 A Motion to Approve Staff Submission of a Grant Proposal Under the Lead
Poisoning Prevention Program Grant Administered by the Cook County
Department of Public Health.
This Motion was approved.
U. RES 15-496 A Resolution Approving a Contract for Services between the Village of Oak
Park and the Oak Park Housing Authority in the Amount of $35,000 for
2016 and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
V. RES 15-497 A Resolution Approving a Contract for Services between the Village of Oak
Park and the Oak Park Residence Corporation in the Amount of $35,000 for
2016 and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
W. RES 15-498 A Resolution Approving a Contract for Services between the Village of Oak
Park and the Oak Park Regional Housing Center in the Amount of $425,000
for 2016 and Authorizing Its Execution.
This Resolution was adopted.
X. RES 15-499 A Resolution Approving a Contract for Services between the Village of Oak
Park and Visit Oak Park for the service year 2016 in an amount equal to the
revenues generated by the 3% Hotel/Motel Tax assessed in fiscal year 2016
and General Revenue Funds at $37,500 and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
Y. RES 15-501 A Resolution Approving a Professional Services Agreement between Progio
LLC and the Village of Oak Park in an Amount Not to Exceed $50,000 and
Authorizing is Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
Z. RES 15-502 Resolutions Authorizing the Annual Renewal of Pawnbroker Business
Licenses
This Resolution was adopted.
AA. RES 15-503 A Resolution authorizing an amendment to the Independent Contractor
Agreement with Orbis Construction Company for additional work needed
in the Police Department Locker Rooms and Village Hall Offices in an
Amount not to exceed $31,467.00.
This Resolution was adopted.
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AB. RES 15-504 A Resolution Authorizing a Change Order to the Renewal Agreement with
Edwin Hancock Engineering Co. for the 2016 Alley Improvements
Engineering, for an Additional $39,500.
This Resolution was adopted.
AC. RES 15-505 A Resolution Approving a Revised Local Public Agency Agreement for
Federal Participation with the State of Illinois for the Construction of the
South Boulevard Streetscaping Project and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AD. RES 15-506 A Resolution Authorizing Local Funding for the Federally Funded South
Boulevard Streetscape Project, MFT Section Number 13-00256-00-PV
This Resolution was adopted.
AE. RES 15-507 A Resolution Approving an Independent Contractor Agreement with
National Power Rodding Corporation for Project 15-10, Sewer Cleaning and
Inspection, in an amount not to exceed $97,325 and Authorizing its
Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AF. RES 15-508 A Resolution Authorizing a Change Order to the Professional Services
Agreement with Terra Engineering, Ltd. for the 2014 Alley Improvements
Engineering, for an Additional $7,060
This Resolution was adopted.
AG. RES 15-510 A Resolution Approving a Columns Easement Agreement, a Columns and
Cables Easement Agreement, an Air Rights Easement Agreement, a
Temporary Construction Agreement and a Public Sidewalk Easement
Agreement with LMC Oak Park Holdings, LLC and Authorizing Their
Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AH. RES 15-511 A Resolution Approving a Professional Services Agreement with Terracon
Consultants, Inc. for an Environmental Preliminary Site Investigation for
the 2016 Alley Improvements adjacent to the Oak Park Station
Development in an Amount not to Exceed $15,800 and Authorizing its
Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AI. RES 15-512 A Resolution Approving a Promissory Note in the Amount of $1,430,000 for
Payment of a Grant Pursuant to an Economic Incentive Agreement with
259 Lake Steet LLC and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
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AJ. ORD 15-215 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $1,014,800 of the 2015 Tax
Levy (2007A General Obligation Corporate Purpose Refunding Bonds)
This Ordinance was adopted.
AK. ORD 15-216 An Ordinance Providing for the Partial Abatement of $1,423,819 of the
2015 Tax Levy (2010C General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds)
This Ordinance was adopted.
AL. RES 15-513 A Resolution Approving Certain Amendments to the Personnel Manual for
the Village of Oak Park
This Resolution was adopted.
AM. RES 15-514 A Resolution Opposing the Construction of a Sound Wall Adjacent to Village Owned
Property along the I-290 Corridor and Directing the Village Manager to Return the
Benefitted Receptor Viewpoint Forms to the Illinois Department of Transporation
Noting Opposition
This Resolution was adopted.
AN. RES 15-516 A Resolution Approving an Amendment to the Project Budget for the
Construction of the Public Portion of the Parking Garage at 150 Forest
Avenue and the Use of Owner Contingency for Change Orders in a net
Amount of $25,774.76.
This Resolution was adopted.
AO. RES 15-517 A Resolution Authorizing an Alternative Method for the Village of Oak Park
to Initially Pay for the New Public Parking Garage at 150 Forest Avenue
and Authorizing the Village Manager to Negotiate and Enter into an
Amendment to the Applicable Recognition and Estoppel Agreement
regarding said Payment
Overview
This Resolution was adopted.
AP. RES 15-519 A Resolution Approving a Parking Facility Management Agreement with
WDF-3 Wood Oak Park Owner, LLC and SP Plus Corporation to Operate the
New Public Parking Garage at 150 Forest Avenue.
This Resolution was adopted.
AQ. ORD 15-218 An Ordinance Authorizing the Execution of a Fifth Amendment to
Redevelopment Agreement - Lake Street / Westgate / North Boulevard
Site by the Village of Oak Park
This Ordinance was adopted.
AR. ORD 15-219 An Ordinance Authorizing the Execution of a First Amendment to
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Development Agreement between the Village of Oak Park and Clark Street
Development LLC (1118 Westgate Street)
This Ordinance was adopted.
AS. RES 15-520 A Resolution Approving a Contract for Services between the Village of Oak
Park and the Oak Park Area Arts Council in the Amount of $148,800 for
2016 and Authorizing Its Execution.
This Resolution was adopted.
AT. ORD 15-221 An Ordinance Approving an Assignment of Redevelopment Agreeement
Between the Village Of Oak Park, Clark Street Real Estate LLC, LMC Oak
Park Holdings, LLC and CSD Kurtzein, LLC and Authorizing its Execution
This Ordinance was adopted.
AU. RES 15-521 A Resolution Approving the Second Amended & Restated By-Laws of the
Oak Park Economic Development Corporation (OPEDC).
This Resolution was adopted.
AV. RES 15-522 A Resolution Awarding an Electric Power Sale Agreement with
Constellation Energy for the Purchase of Fixed Price Electricity for Certain
Municipal Facilities and Authorizing the Village Manager to Negotiate and
Enter into the Agreement
This Resolution was adopted.
AW. ORD 15-222 An Ordinance Approving a First Amendment to the Lease Agreement
between the Village of Oak Park and Robinson’s No. 1 Rib, Inc. and
Authorizing its Execution.
This Ordinance was adopted.
AX. RES 15-524 A Resolution Approving an Independent Contractor Agreement with
Forward Space, LLC, d/b/a/ Office Concepts, for the Purchase and
Installation of Carpet, Certain New Furniture and Related Coordination and
Design Services for Village Hall in an Amount not to exceed $300,000
This Resolution was adopted.
BE. MOT 15-145 Motion to Accept the 2016 Village Board Regular Meeting Calendar
This Motion was approved.
BF. RES 15-526 A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Chicago
Transit Authority and the Village of Oak Pak for Special Transit Police Detail Services
and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
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BG. RES 15-523 A Resolution Approving a Settlement Agreement in Workers’
Compensation Case No. 10 WC 13581 and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
BH. ORD 15-224 An Ordinance Authorizing the Vacation of Certain Portions of Two Alleys
within the Oak Park Station Planned Development Site located at
1123-1133 Lake Street, 1133-1145 Westgate, And 1100 North Boulevard in
the Village Of Oak Park, Cook County, Illinois And repealing Ordinance
Number 15-136
This Ordinance was adopted.
XIV. Regular Agenda
AY. ORD 15-207 An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of $9,000,000 General Obligation
Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2015B, of the Village of Oak Park, Cook
County, Illinois, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct
Annual Tax for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on Said Bonds.
Village Manager Pavlicek stated that this would fund the first two years of the streets and
alleyway program as well as additional funding for the street lighting project along the
Harrison Street Business District and some of the cost associated with the CityView
software implementation.
Chief Financial Officer Craig Lesner added that the interest rate is 3.46%.
It was moved by Village Trustee Tucker, seconded by Village Trustee Brewer,
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 7- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Ott, Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President
Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
AZ. ORD 15-217 An Ordinance Declaring Surplus Revenue in the Village of Oak Park’s
Environmental Services Fund and Parking Fund for the 2015 Fiscal Year and
Authorizing the Distribution and Transfer of those Surplus Revenues to the
Village’s General Fund
Village Manager Pavlicek stated that as part of the FY16 budget process, staff had
discussions with the Finance Committee and the Board regarding maintaining the
Village's bond rating by improving the cash position of the General Fund. Healthy
balances continue to be maintained in both the Parking Fund and the Environmental
Services Fund. The intent is to declare a surplus in the Enterprise Funds and place that
in the General Fund for cash in anticipation of debt issuance in 2016 for the Lake and
Forest parking structure. Maintaining a healthy bond rating will affect how much interest
the Village pays.
It was moved by Village Trustee Brewer, seconded by Village Trustee Tucker,
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
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vote was as follows:
AYES: 7- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Ott, Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President
Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
BA. ORD 15-223 An Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2015 Budget.
Village Manager Pavlicek noted that at the end of each fiscal year, an updated overall
budget is adopted. This will allow the auditors to start preliminary work on the annual
fiscal audit by ensuring that all legislative documents and actions are current.
It was moved by Village Trustee Tucker, seconded by Village Trustee Brewer,
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 7- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Ott, Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President
Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
BB. ORD 15-204 The Village of Oak Park’s 2015 Property Tax Levy Ordinance
Village Manager Pavlicek stated that the property tax levy funds the General Fund, Police
and Firemen's Pension Funds, as well as the Library in accordance with their request
made to the Village.
Village Trustee Lueck stated that it is worth mentioning that the Library's levy is down,
and they are committed to not raising it back.
It was moved by Village Trustee Barber, seconded by Village Trustee Salzman,
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 7- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Ott, Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President
Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
BC. ORD 15-208 An Ordinance Adopting the Budget for All Corporate Purposes of the
Village of Oak Park, Cook County, Illinois in Lieu of the Appropriation
Ordinance for the Fiscal Year Commencing on the First Day of January, 2016
and Ending on the Thirty-First Day of December, 2016
Village Manager Pavlicek stated that the Village Board is required to adopt an ordinance
approving the budget prior to the start of the fiscal year, January 1. Two Public Hearings
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were held, as well as Finance Commitee meetings and two Special Meetings of the
Village Board. She thanked all staff involved with the budget process for their work.
Village Trustees Lueck and Salzman also thanked Village Manager Pavlicek for her
work.
It was moved by Village Trustee Brewer, seconded by Village Trustee Tucker,
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 7- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Ott, Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President
Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
BD. MOT 15-142 Referral of Text Amendments to the Village of Park Zoning Ordinance to
Amend Article 3 (“Zoning District Regulations”), Section 3.9.6 (“Madison
Street Overlay District”), and Article 9 (“Definitions”) regarding Madison
Street Zoning Regulations to the Plan Commission for Public Hearing
Village Planner Craig Failor stated that this is the first draft of the two-phase project of
updating the zoning code. This first phase focuses on creating a new zoning district for
Madison Street, based upon the anticipated development occurring along the corridor. Mr.
Failor described some of the proposed regulations and noted that this will go to the Plan
Commission for Public Hearing and come back to the Board for financial review and
approval.
It was moved by Village Trustee Tucker, seconded by Village Trustee Barber,
that this Motion be approved. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 7- Village Trustee Barber, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Lueck, Village
Trustee Ott, Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village President
Abu-Taleb
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
XV. Call to Board and Clerk
Village Clerk Powell spoke about the upcoming Commission Awards Night, the annual
awards presented by the Historic Preservation Commission (Preservation Awards), the
Environment & Energy Commission (Green Awards) and the Community Design
Commission (Cavalcade of Pride Awards). She wished everyone Happy Holidays.
Village Trustee Lueck wished Happy Holidays to all. She heard that the Supreme Court
allowed Highland Park's gun ordinance to stand, which has some implications for Oak
Park as to what needs to be looked at in terms of a gun ordinance. She also thanked
Chief Tanksley for the way he has managed the Police Department of Oak Park.
Village Trustee Salzman wished everyone Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas and Happy
New Year, adding that this has been a good year for Oak Park and next year will be even
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better.
Village Trustee Ott wished everyone Happy Holidays.
Village Trustee Brewer urged runners and bicycle riders to wear reflective clothing, as it
gets dark earlier during the winter season. There are encouraging signs in terms of
development coming to the Village and businesses that are opening. It has been a good
year and he commended staff for their hard work and what's been accomplished this
year. He wished everyone Happy Holidays.
Village Trustee Barber referred to the public comment regarding the Oak Park Post
Office and supported adopting a resolution to provide positive reinforcement to the efforts
of that concerned group of citizens. He also wished Happy Holidays to all and is looking
forward to 2016.
Village Trustee Tucker agreed with Trustee Barber regarding a resolution for the Post
Office.
Village President Abu-Taleb expressed gratitude to serve the Village in this capacity and
for the Board and staff. He thanked the Economic Development Corporation and
Chamber of Commerce for their roles in bringing new development to Oak Park. He
mentioned several accomplishments of 2015. They will continue to be focused on what is
best for the Village as a whole. He wished everyone Happy Holidays.
XVI. Adjourn
It was moved by Village Trustee Brewer, seconded by Village Trustee Salzman,
to adjourn. A voice vote was taken and the motion was approved. Meeting
adjourned at 9:13 P.M., Monday, December 7, 2015.
Respectfully Submitted,
MaryAnn Schoenneman
Deputy Village Clerk
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Meeting Agenda
President and Board of Trustees
Monday, December 7, 2015 6:30 PM Village Hall
Regular Meeting at 6:30 p.m., Room 130. The Village Board is expected to
adjourn immediately into Executive Session and reconvene the Regular Meeting
at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers
The President and Board of Trustees welcome you. Statements may be made by
citizens at the beginning of the meeting, as well as when agenda items are reviewed. If
you wish to make a statement, please complete the "Instructions to Address the Village
Board" form which is available at the back of the Chambers, and present it to the staff
table at front. When recognized, approach the podium, state your name and address
first, and please limit your remarks to three minutes.
Instructions for Non-Agenda Public Comment
Non-agenda public comment is a time set aside at the beginning of each regular
meeting for citizens to make statements about an issue or concern that is not on that
meeting�s agenda. It is not intended for a dialogue with the board. You may also
communicate with the board at 708.358.5784 or e-mail board@oak-park.us.
Non-agenda public comment will be limited to 30 minutes with a limit of three minutes
per person. If comment requests exceed 30 minutes, public comment will resume after
the items listed under the regular agenda are complete.
Instructions for Agenda Public Comment
Comments are three minutes per person per agenda item with a maximum of three
agenda items to which you can speak. In addition, the Village Board permits a
maximum of three persons to speak to each side of any one topic that is scheduled for
or has been the subject of a public hearing by a designated hearing body. These items
are noted with (*).
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Consideration of Motion to Adjourn to Executive Session to Discuss Pending
Litigation
IV. Adjourn Executive Session
V. Reconvene to Regular Meeting in Council Chambers and Call to Order
VI. Roll Call
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VII. Agenda Approval
VIII. Minutes
A. MOT 15-144 Motion to Approve Minutes for November 16, 2015 Regular Meeting of the
Village Board.
Overview: This is a motion to approve the official minutes of meetings of the Village
Board.
IX. Non-Agenda Public Comment
X. Village Manager Reports
B. ID 15-396 Presentation by the Respiratory Health Association Recognizing Oak Park’s Efforts
to Promote Health Lungs By Including E-Cigarettes in the Village’s Indoor Clean Air
Policy.
Overview: The Respiratory Health Association will recognize the Village of Oak Park as a “Lung
Champion” by presenting the Village Board a plaque in recognition of the Village
adding electronic cigarettes to the Village ordinance. On May 23, 2014 the Village
Board of Trustees voted unanimously to amend the Village ordinance Chapter 20
Article 9 (“Village Indoor Clean Air Policy”) to add electronic cigarettes to the
definition of “smoke or smoking”. Electronic cigarettes use is now prohibited in
places of employment, indoor public spaces and within 15 feet of a public entrance.
XI. Village Board Committees
This section is intended to be informational. If there are approved minutes from a recent
Committee meeting of the Village Board, the minutes will be posted in this section.
XII. Second Reading
C. ORD 15-196 Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 22
(“Streets and Sidewalks”), Article 10 (“Commercial Use of Sidewalk Space”),
Section 22-10-2 (“Use of Sidewalks for Restaurant Tables and Floral
Displays”) of the Oak Park Village Code
Overview: The FY 16 draft budget includes a recommendation to increase the permit fee
for restaurants and floral displays on the public sidewalk. The Finance
Committee of the Village Board reviewed this recommendation. This action
increases the fee from $50 plus $0.50 per square foot of sidewalk space used
to $100 plus $3.00 per square foot.
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D. ORD 15-197 Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 15
(“Motor Vehicles and Traffic”), Article 5 (“Schedule of Fines and Penalties for
Certain Minor Traffic Violation, Parking and Vehicle License Violations”) of
the Oak Park Village Code
Overview: The first reading of this ordinance was held at the November 16, 2015 Village
Board meeting. Police Officers and Parking Enforcement Officers issue
citations to vehicles when found to be in violation of code. This ordinance
increases the fine amount by category from $20 to $30, $30 to $40 and $50 to
$75.
The recommendation is to make the increases effective on July 1, 2016 in
order to provide ample notice to citizens as well as lead time for staff to
change outdated ticket books.
E. ORD 15-202 Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 15
(“Motor Vehicles and Traffic”), Article 4 (“Vehicle Licenses”), Section 15-4-3
(“Fees Generally”) of the Oak Park Village Code
Overview: The Village issues vehicle licenses to passenger cars and othe motor vehicles.
This ordinance increases most rates rate by $20 and eliminates the online
discount, but leaves some categories unchanged including the discounts for
licenses issued to senior citizens. The rate change will go into effect for the
2016-17 season.
F. ORD 15-203 Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Section 20-7-2 of
the Oak Park Village Code to Establish New Environmental Fee Rates
Overview: This Ordinance increases the fees charged for refuse collection, disposal and
recycling. These services are provided by Waste Management to owners of
residential property containing one to five units. These new rates reflect a
three and one-half (3.5%) percent increaser to ensure adqueate revenue is
available for contractual expenses.
XIII. Consent Agenda
G. ORD 15-205 An Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes in the Amount of
$312,276 for the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2015 and Ending December
31, 2015 for the Village of Oak Park Special Service Area Number One
Overview: The Village levies a taxupon the geographic area often referred to as
Downtown Oak Park. This area coincides with the legally designated Special
Service Area Number One. This levy, against property within the district, is
used for marketing of the business district.
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H. ORD 15-206 An Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes in the Amount of $6,397
for the 2015 Tax Year for Village of Oak Park Special Service Area Number
Seven
Overview: The Village levies a tax upon the geographic area of the 1200 block of North
Elmwood and Rossell Avenues. This area is referred to as Special Service Area
Number Seven. This levy
generates tax dollars to be used to offset the cost of traffic diverters.
I. ORD 15-210 An Ordinance Terminating Special Service Area Number 2
Overview: This Special Service Area (SSA) Two was created by village ordinance on August
18, 1975 and provides for reimbursement to the Village of special
maintenance of sidewalks, streets and parkways in the area bounded by
Austin Boulevard on the east, North Boulevard on the south, Humphrey
Avenue on the west and the East-West alley north of and parallel to Lake
Street on the north.
The Village has stopped levying taxes for the area, but now is taking official
action to terminate the SSA.
J. ORD 15-211 An Ordinance Terminating Special Service Area Number 3
Overview: This Special Service Area (SSA) Three was created by village ordinance on
December 23, 1992 and provided for reimbursement over a five (5) year peiod
to the Village for the construction and maintenance of cul-de-sac on the 400
block of South Clinton.
The Village has stopped levying taxes for the area, but now is taking official
action to terminate the SSA.
K. ORD 15-212 An Ordinance Terminating Special Service Area Number 4
Overview: This Special Service Area (SSA) Four was created by village ordinance on
December 21, 1992 and and provided reimbursement over a ten (10) year
period to the Village for the construction of a Cul-de Sac on the 400 Block of
South Humphrey Avenue.
The Village has stopped levying taxes for the area, but now is taking official
action to terminate the SSA.
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L. ORD 15-213 An Ordinance Terminating Special Service Area Number 5
Overview: This Special Service Area (SSA) Five was created by village ordinance on
November 3, 1997 and and provides reimbursement over a ten (10) year
period to the Village for the construction of a cul-de sac on the 1200 Block of
North Hayes Avenue.
The Village has stopped levying taxes for the area, but now is taking official
action to terminate the SSA.
M. ORD 15-214 An Ordinance Terminating Special Service Area Number 6
Overview: This Special Service Area (SSA) Six was created by village ordinance on August
3, 1998 and provides reimbursement over a ten (10) year period to the Village
for the construction and maintenance of streetscape improvements in the
area bounded on South Oak Park Avenue between Van Buren Street and
Lexington Avenue.
The Village has stopped levying taxes for the area, but now is taking official
action to terminate the SSA.
N. MOT 15-132 Motion to Approve the 2016 Citizen Commission Work Plans
Overview: Annually the Village Board requires each Citizen and Advisory Board and
Commission to submit a work plan for the coming year. This is the formal
process to review and accept work plans.
O. RES 15-463 A Resolution Authorizing a Change Order to the Independent Contractor
Agreement with Alpine Demolition Services, LLC, for the Building Demolition
Project at 6641-43 North Avenue for an Additional $76,827
Overview: During the demolition of the building at 6641-43 North Avenue the
underground storage tank scheduled for removal was found to be leaking and
that heating oil had contaminated the adjacent soils and liquid contamination
was actively spilling into excavated areas which needed to be remediated to
comply with environmental regulations and to ultimately obtain a No Further
Remediation designation for the site so that the Village can sell the property
easily in the future. The contractor was authorized by staff to continue
working under a change order to address the active environmental situation.
The change order adjusts the contract with Alpine Demolition Services, LLC.
from $133,000 to $209,827.
P. RES 15-472 A Resolution Approving a Professional Services Agreement between HR
Green, Inc. and the Village of Oak Park and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: This contract is to outsource day-to-day plan review and inspection activities
not provided by staff in order to improve the customer service experience.
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Q. MOT 15-139 Motion to Approve the Monthly Treasurer’s Report for All Funds
Overview: The October 2015 report is presented pursuant to 65 ILCS 5/3.1-35-45 which
requires the Treasurer to file a monthly report on the state of Village finances.
R. MOT 15-140 Motion to Approve the Bills in the Amount of $3,831,216.26 From October
30, 2015 Through December 3, 2015
Overview: Attached is the regular list of bills as paid through the Village’s accounts
payable (AP) system for the period beginning October 30, 2015 through
December 3, 2015. This is the most current list available.
S. MOT 15-141 A Motion to Approve Staff Submission of a Grant Proposal Under the Lead
Poisoning Prevention Program Grant Administered by the Cook County
Department of Public Health.
Overview: Staff is requesting that the Board approve a motion allowing staff to submit a
grant proposal to the Cook County Department of Public Health for $80,000
that would be invested in lead risk assessment and lead hazard control efforts
by the Village Department of Public Health and Development Customer
Services.
U. RES 15-496 A Resolution Approving a Contract for Services between the Village of Oak
Park and the Oak Park Housing Authority in the Amount of $35,000 for 2016
and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: This is an annual agreement adopted by the Village to provide funding for this
agency to cover the shortfall of funding from the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development to administer the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
V. RES 15-497 A Resolution Approving a Contract for Services between the Village of Oak
Park and the Oak Park Residence Corporation in the Amount of $35,000 for
2016 and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: This is the annual agreement adopted by the Village to provide funding for this
agency for the small condominium management program.
W. RES 15-498 A Resolution Approving a Contract for Services between the Village of Oak
Park and the Oak Park Regional Housing Center in the Amount of $425,000
for 2016 and Authorizing Its Execution.
Overview: This is the annual agreement adopted by the Village to provide funding for this
agency from general revenue funds for a total of $425,000. A contract for
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding was approved on
October 5, 2015.
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X. RES 15-499 A Resolution Approving a Contract for Services between the Village of Oak
Park and Visit Oak Park for the service year 2016 in an amount equal to the
revenues generated by the 3% Hotel/Motel Tax assessed in fiscal year 2016
and General Revenue Funds at $37,500 and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: The Service Agreement between the Village of Oak Park and Visit Oak Park
(formerly The Oak Park Area Convention and Visitors Bureau) is for the
amount equal to the revenues generated by the 3% Hotel/Motel Tax assessed
in fiscal year 2016 which is estimated to be approximately $175,000 in 2016
and $37,500 in support from the General Revenue Fund.
Y. RES 15-501 A Resolution Approving a Professional Services Agreement between Progio
LLC and the Village of Oak Park in an Amount Not to Exceed $50,000 and
Authorizing is Execution
Overview: The personal services agreement is to allow Progio LLC to digitize the Village’s
permit files.
Z. RES 15-502 Resolutions Authorizing the Annual Renewal of Pawnbroker Business
Licenses
Overview: Article 4B (“Pawnbrokers”) of Chapter 8 (“Business Licensing”) of the Oak Park
Village Code requires that the annual renewal of the business license for
pawnbrokers be given at the direction and approval of the Village President
and Board of Trustees upon authorization of the Police Chief.
AA. RES 15-503 A Resolution authorizing an amendment to the Independent Contractor
Agreement with Orbis Construction Company for additional work needed in
the Police Department Locker Rooms and Village Hall Offices in an Amount
not to exceed $31,467.00.
Overview: Orbis Construction has been working on the Police Department men’s and
women’s locker room remodeling project and has been performing very well.
Additional unforeseen work was needed in the locker rooms which included
removal of asbestos underneath the floor tile, removal of damaged glazed
block walls and additional improvements not included in the original scope of
work. Also, staff requested a proposal from Orbis to install a new wall and
door in room 120 at Village Hall as part of the Village Hall furniture and office
modification project.
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AB. RES 15-504 A Resolution Authorizing a Change Order to the Renewal Agreement with
Edwin Hancock Engineering Co. for the 2016 Alley Improvements
Engineering, for an Additional $39,500.
Overview: The Village of Oak Park has an agreement with Edwin Hancock Co.to provide
design and construction engineering services for the 2016 alley improvements.
The Engineering Division recommends adding the design and construction
management of the alleys adjacent to the Oak Park Station development to
their contract. The additional cost to design and manage these additional
alleys results in a contract increase of $39,500 over the original contract
amount of $231,600.
AC. RES 15-505 A Resolution Approving a Revised Local Public Agency Agreement for Federal
Participation with the State of Illinois for the Construction of the South
Boulevard Streetscaping Project and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: The Illinois Department of Transportation opened bids for the federally
funded streetscaping project on South Boulevard from Harlem Avenue to
Marion Street in early November. The low bid of $2,762,133.27 was $374,215
above the budgeted amount for the project. The Engineering Division was
able to secure an additional $300,000 in Federal Surface Transportation Funds
to cover 80% of these additional costs. The revised local agency agreement
with the State is required to be submitted for the project to reflect the
increased costs and amount of Federal funds used for the project.
AD. RES 15-506 A Resolution Authorizing Local Funding for the Federally Funded South
Boulevard Streetscape Project, MFT Section Number 13-00256-00-PV
Overview: The Illinois Department of Transportation opened bids for the federally
funded streetscaping project on South Boulevard from Harlem Avenue to
Marion Street in early November. The low bid of $2,762,133.27 was $374,215
above the budgeted amount for the project. The Engineering Division was
able to secure an additional $300,000 in Federal Surface Transportation Funds
to cover 80% of these additional costs. The resolution committing Village of
Oak Park funding for the revised local share of the project is required by the
State to reflect the increased costs.
AE. RES 15-507 A Resolution Approving an Independent Contractor Agreement with
National Power Rodding Corporation for Project 15-10, Sewer Cleaning and
Inspection, in an amount not to exceed $97,325 and Authorizing its
Execution
Overview: Competitive proposals were opened on November 19, for the Sewer Cleaning
and Inspection Project. Four contractors received proposal documents and
two bids were received. The low responsible bid was submitted by National
Power Rodding Corp., in an amount of $97,325.
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AF. RES 15-508 A Resolution Authorizing a Change Order to the Professional Services
Agreement with Terra Engineering, Ltd. for the 2014 Alley Improvements
Engineering, for an Additional $7,060
Overview: Terra Engineering provided design and construction management for the 2014
alley improvement projects. Additions to the engineering contract scope for
material testing resulted in a contract increase of $7,060 over the original
contract amount of $231,300.
AG. RES 15-510 A Resolution Approving a Columns Easement Agreement, a Columns and
Cables Easement Agreement, an Air Rights Easement Agreement, a
Temporary Construction Agreement and a Public Sidewalk Easement
Agreement with LMC Oak Park Holdings, LLC and Authorizing Their Execution
Overview: Oak Park Station is a mixed-use residential, retail and parking project that will
be sited on Village-owned surface parking lots. The parties have agreed to the
easements in order to effectuate the project construction and completion.
AH. RES 15-511 A Resolution Approving a Professional Services Agreement with Terracon
Consultants, Inc. for an Environmental Preliminary Site Investigation for the
2016 Alley Improvements adjacent to the Oak Park Station Development in
an Amount not to Exceed $15,800 and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: The Engineering Division requested a proposal to perform environmental soil
sampling and reporting in the alleys scheduled for replacement in 2016 next
to the Oak Park Station Development. Terracon Consultants have been
working with the developer for over a year on this site and have the in-depth
knowledge needed to best complete the soil testing and reporting for the
Village which is needed for the alley improvements at this location. Previous
agreements with this consultant will make this work exceed the $25,000
annual spending authority with one company without Village Board approval.
AI. RES 15-512 A Resolution Approving a Promissory Note in the Amount of $1,430,000 for
Payment of a Grant Pursuant to an Economic Incentive Agreement with 259
Lake Steet LLC and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: At the September 4, 2015 Village Board Meeting, an agreement was approved
with 259 Lake Street LLC for Pete’s Fresh Market Store. The agreement called
for a financial incentive to be paid once store opened. While the payment has
been made, this action finances the payment over three years.
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AJ. ORD 15-215 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $1,014,800 of the 2015 Tax
Levy (2007A General Obligation Corporate Purpose Refunding Bonds)
Overview: On an annual basis, Village staff recommends the abatement or cancellation of
various tax levies that were originally pledged to pay the debt service of a
specific bond issue. By default, whenever general obligation (GO) debt is
issued, it is presumed to be levied unless the Village specifically directs the
Cook County Clerk’s Office to abate the amount needed for debt service.
The Village abates the tax levy needed to pay for certain issues depending on
the purpose of the issue.
AK. ORD 15-216 An Ordinance Providing for the Partial Abatement of $1,423,819 of the 2015
Tax Levy (2010C General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds)
Overview: On an annual basis, Village staff recommends the abatement or cancellation of
various tax levies that were originally pledged to pay the debt service of a
specific bond issue. By default, whenever general obligation (GO) debt is
issued, it is presumed to be levied unless the Village specifically directs the
Cook County Clerk’s Office to abate the amount needed for debt service.
The Village abates the tax levy needed to pay for certain issues depending on
the purpose of the issue.
AL. RES 15-513 A Resolution Approving Certain Amendments to the Personnel Manual for
the Village of Oak Park
Overview: The proposed amendments are to update certain provisions of the Personnel
Manual within Appendix I (“Job Classification and Fair Labor Standards Act
Status”) and Appendix VII (“Appointee Pay Plan Schedule”) in order to
incorporation job title changes and job classifications as established in the
FY16 recommended budget.
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AM. RES 15-514 A Resolution Opposing the Construction of a Sound Wall Adjacent to Village Owned
Property along the I-290 Corridor and Directing the Village Manager to Return the
Benefitted Receptor Viewpoint Forms to the Illinois Department of Transporation
Noting Opposition
Overview: The Village of Oak Park received Benefitted Receptor Viewpoint Forms for the
following Village Owned properties:
· Maze Library at the northwest corner of Gunderson and Harrison
· Barrie Center at the at the southeast corner of Harvey and Garfield
The ballots were received by the Village on November 13 and 17 respectively which
did not allow for Village Board consideration during its November 16, 2015 meeting.
As such, the Village Manager requested approval from IDOT for the Village Board to
consider this matter as part of the December 7, 2015 agenda and submit its ballot
thereafter.
AN. RES 15-516 A Resolution Approving an Amendment to the Project Budget for the
Construction of the Public Portion of the Parking Garage at 150 Forest
Avenue and the Use of Owner Contingency for Change Orders in a net
Amount of $25,774.76.
Overview: On October 6, 2014 the Village Board approved a Project Budget for the new
public parking garage. On May 18, 2015 the Village Board approved an
amendment to the project budget for unforeseen utility costs. As we are
nearing the substantial completion of the Public Parking Garage an
amendment related to unforeseen field conditions is needed in a net amount
of $25,774.76. This will not increase the overall approved budget as funds
provided for within the contingency for change orders.
AO. RES 15-517 A Resolution Authorizing an Alternative Method for the Village of Oak Park
to Initially Pay for the New Public Parking Garage at 150 Forest Avenue and
Authorizing the Village Manager to Negotiate and Enter into an Amendment
to the Applicable Recognition and Estoppel Agreement regarding said
Payment
Overview
Overview: On September 29, 2014 the Village Board approved a Recognition and
Estoppel agreement and Letter of Credit regarding the payment and operating
of the new public parking garage at 150 Forest Avenue. As we are nearing the
substantial completion of the public parking garage an amendment is needed
for an alternative payment method by the Village for the garage before taking
ownership.
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AP. RES 15-519 A Resolution Approving a Parking Facility Management Agreement with
WDF-3 Wood Oak Park Owner, LLC and SP Plus Corporation to Operate the
New Public Parking Garage at 150 Forest Avenue.
Overview: In accordance with the Redevelopment Agreement with Lake Street
Investors, the Village and WDF-3 Wood Oak Park Owner, LLC have completed
a request for proposal (RFP) process and are recommending that an
agreement be entered into with SP Plus to manage the 588 space
public/private parking garage at 150 Forest Avenue schedule to open this
month.
AQ. ORD 15-218 An Ordinance Authorizing the Execution of a Fifth Amendment to
Redevelopment Agreement - Lake Street / Westgate / North Boulevard Site
by the Village of Oak Park
Overview: The Fifth Amendment is necessary to extend the schedule set forth in the
Second Amendment to the Redevelopment Agreement. The prior closing date
had been set for December 9, 2015. However, after discussions with the
business community, the parties agreed that it was best to delay the parking
lot closure until after the holidays. Additionally, the parties have yet to secure
the necessary approvals from the Illinios Enviromental Protection Agency to
proceed with the development. The Village owned property cannot be
conveyed to the Developer until ComEd moves its facilities from the
development site. ComEd has indicated that the facilities cannot be relocated
until mid to late December 2015.
AR. ORD 15-219 An Ordinance Authorizing the Execution of a First Amendment to
Development Agreement between the Village of Oak Park and Clark Street
Development LLC (1118 Westgate Street)
Overview: On August 3, 2015, the Village approved a Development Agreement to remove
the 1118 Westgate parcel from the Redevelopment Agreement between the
Village and Clark Street in order to effectuate to removal of ComEd equipment
on the Village owned parking lot parcel. ComEd needs additional time to
effectuate the removal of the equipment. The closing date is being changed to
mirror the closing date of the larger Village owned parcels.
AS. RES 15-520 A Resolution Approving a Contract for Services between the Village of Oak
Park and the Oak Park Area Arts Council in the Amount of $148,800 for 2016
and Authorizing Its Execution.
Overview: The 2016 Contract for Services between the Village of Oak Park and the Oak
Park Area Arts Council (OPAAC) including a scope of services and performance
measurement is presented for Board’s review and approval.
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AT. ORD 15-221 An Ordinance Approving an Assignment of Redevelopment Agreeement
Between the Village Of Oak Park, Clark Street Real Estate LLC, LMC Oak Park
Holdings, LLC and CSD Kurtzein, LLC and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: The Transferee Assignment and Assumption Agreement between the Village
of Oak Park, Clark Street Real Estate LLC and LMC Oak Park Holdings, LLC is
necessary to transfer the rights and responsibilities of the Redevelopment
Agreement to the new legal entity created for the purpose of constructing the
development.
AU. RES 15-521 A Resolution Approving the Second Amended & Restated By-Laws of the Oak
Park Economic Development Corporation (OPEDC).
Overview: Staff prepared amendments to the Operating Agreement with OPEDC and to
the organization’s By-Laws to reflect changes to the operating relationship
between the Village and OPEDC that have been identified as beneficial
improvements to the newly configured OPEDC. This item was tabled at the
November 16, 2015 meeting of the Village Board pending additional
information.
AV. RES 15-522 A Resolution Awarding an Electric Power Sale Agreement with Constellation
Energy for the Purchase of Fixed Price Electricity for Certain Municipal
Facilities and Authorizing the Village Manager to Negotiate and Enter into
the Agreement
Overview: The Village is working with Mark Pruitt, Principal of the Illinois Energy Choice
Aggregation Network, for the solicitation of bids for third party pricing for
electrical power supply for four Village accounts:
1. 720 North Blvd. - The Avenue Parking Garage
2. 1150 Holley Court - Holley Court Parking Garage
3. 102 North Lombard (Central Pumping Station and the North and South
pumping stations)
4. OPRF Parking Garage
On December 7, 2015 the bid results will be provided to the Village Board for
consideration as well as posted on the Village website.
AW. ORD 15-222 An Ordinance Approving a First Amendment to the Lease Agreement
between the Village of Oak Park and Robinson’s No. 1 Rib, Inc. and
Authorizing its Execution.
Overview: The proposed First Amendment will extend the current lease term the
Village’s tenant, Robinsons No. 1 Rib, Inc., to occupy the property located at
934-946 Madison Street from November 30, 2015 to March 31, 2016.
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AX. RES 15-524 A Resolution Approving an Independent Contractor Agreement with Forward
Space, LLC, d/b/a/ Office Concepts, for the Purchase and Installation of
Carpet, Certain New Furniture and Related Coordination and Design Services
for Village Hall in an Amount not to exceed $300,000
Overview: This is a multi-year project included in the 2014-2017 capital improvement
program budgets. It is an effort to remodel, reorganize and declutter Village
Hall in order to provide a better customer service.
BE. MOT 15-145 Motion to Accept the 2016 Village Board Regular Meeting Calendar
Overview: This is an annual action in which the Village Board shall give public notice of
the schedule of its regular meetings at the beginning of the year.
BF. RES 15-526 A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Chicago
Transit Authority and the Village of Oak Pak for Special Transit Police Detail Services
and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: Since 1990 the Village and CTA have entered into yearly Intergovernmental
Agreements to provide for sworn Oak Park Police Officers to work off-duty hours on
CTA Rapid Transit lines and bus routes by utilizing on duty police personnel. The
Agreement is a three year extension of an initiative that is consistent with the
Village’s commitment to public safety and is beneficial to our residents.
BG. RES 15-523 A Resolution Approving a Settlement Agreement in Workers’ Compensation
Case No. 10 WC 13581 and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: It is requested that the Village Board approve a settlement agreement in
Workers’ Compensatno Case No. 10 WC 13581 and authorize its execution.
BH. ORD 15-224 An Ordinance Authorizing the Vacation of Certain Portions of Two Alleys
within the Oak Park Station Planned Development Site located at 1123-1133
Lake Street, 1133-1145 Westgate, And 1100 North Boulevard in the Village
Of Oak Park, Cook County, Illinois And repealing Ordinance Number 15-136
Overview: On August 3, 2015, the Village approved Ordinance Number 15-136 which
vacated the alleys contained in the development site parking lots and the
vacation was to Clark Street Development. The current ordinance repeals
Ordinance Number 15-136 and Vacates the two alleys to the new
development entity LMC Oak Park Holdings, LLC.
XIV. Regular Agenda
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AY. ORD 15-207 An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of $9,000,000 General Obligation
Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2015B, of the Village of Oak Park, Cook
County, Illinois, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual
Tax for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on Said Bonds.
Overview: The 2015B issue is pursuant to pervious Board direction to fund the first two
years ($8 million) of the $20 million streets and alleyway program as well as
additional funding for a street lighting project along the Harrison Street
Business District and a portion of short-term financing for software
implementation. Bond issuance pricing will be delivered on Monday,
December 7, 2015.
AZ. ORD 15-217 An Ordinance Declaring Surplus Revenue in the Village of Oak Park’s
Environmental Services Fund and Parking Fund for the 2015 Fiscal Year and
Authorizing the Distribution and Transfer of those Surplus Revenues to the
Village’s General Fund
Overview: During the FY16 Budget Recommendation discussions with the Finance
Committee and Village Board, staff recommended shifting money from the
Parking Fund and Environmental Services Fund to the General Fund in order to
improve cash postions.
BA. ORD 15-223 An Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2015 Budget.
Overview: New appropriations are recommended when a reasonable operational need
exists but was not contemplated in the original budget document. Whenever
possible, new requests are offset by reductions in spending elsewhere in the
budget in order to keep the overall spending authority in the Department
and/or Fund the same.
BB. ORD 15-204 The Village of Oak Park’s 2015 Property Tax Levy Ordinance
Overview: On an annual basis during the budget process, the Village staff calculates the
revenue needs for all funds of the Village. In the case of funds fully or partially
funded from property taxes, State law requires that property taxes are
calculated after considerations of all other funding sources have been
reviewed.
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BC. ORD 15-208 An Ordinance Adopting the Budget for All Corporate Purposes of the Village
of Oak Park, Cook County, Illinois in Lieu of the Appropriation Ordinance for
the Fiscal Year Commencing on the First Day of January, 2016 and Ending on
the Thirty-First Day of December, 2016
Overview: The Finance Committee met with staff throughout October 2015 to review the
Recommended FY16 Budget. The Village Board of Trustees also conducted
Public Hearings on the Truth in Taxation and proposed 2016 Budget at a
meeting on November 2, 2015 and November 16, 2015, respectively.
Pursuant to the Village Code, adequate public notices including the publishing
and posting of legal notices and copies of the budget have been made
available to the public. This item is the final action for adoption of the FY16
Budget.
BD. MOT 15-142 Referral of Text Amendments to the Village of Park Zoning Ordinance to
Amend Article 3 (“Zoning District Regulations”), Section 3.9.6 (“Madison
Street Overlay District”), and Article 9 (“Definitions”) regarding Madison
Street Zoning Regulations to the Plan Commission for Public Hearing
Overview: This is a request for referral to the Plan Commission to hold public hearings for
text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance for the purpose of modifying only
the Madison Street Zoning Regulations. This is part one of the Zoning
Ordinance update process.
XV. Call to Board and Clerk
XVI. Adjourn
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