President and Board of Trustees
Regular MeetingOak Park, IL · December 5, 2016
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 5, 2016 6:30 PM Village Hall
I. Call to Order
Village President Abu-Taleb called the Meeting to order at 6:34 P.M.
II. Roll Call
Village Trustee Salzman, Village President Abu-Taleb, Village Trustee Lueck,
Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Tucker, Village Trustee Button Ott, and
Village Trustee Barber
III. Consideration of Motion to Adjourn to Executive Session to Discuss Collective
Bargaining and the Sale or Lease of Property and the Purchase of Property.
It was moved by Village Trustee Brewer, seconded by Village Trustee Salzman,
to enter into Executive Session pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2) - collective
bargaining, 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(6) - setting the price for the sale of property and 5
ILCS 120/2(c)(5) – purchase or lease of property. The motion was approved. The
roll call on the vote was as follows:
AYES: 5- Village Trustee Salzman, Village President Abu-Taleb, Village Trustee Lueck,
Village Trustee Brewer, and Village Trustee Tucker
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 2- Village Trustee Button Ott, and Village Trustee Barber
V. Reconvene to Regular Meeting in Council Chambers and Call to Order
The Regular Meeting reconvened at 7:33 P.M.
VI. Roll Call
Village Trustee Salzman, Village President Abu-Taleb, Village Trustee Button Ott,
Village Trustee Lueck, Village Trustee Brewer, Village Trustee Tucker, and Village
Trustee Barber
VII. Agenda Approval
It was moved by Village Trustee Tucker, seconded by Village Trustee Brewer, to
approve the Agenda. A voice vote was taken and the motion was approved.
VIII. Minutes
AY. MOT 16-136 Motion to Approve Minutes for November 21, 2016 Regular Meeting of the
Village Board.
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It was moved by Village Trustee Salzman, seconded by Village Trustee Brewer,
to approve the Minutes. A voice vote was taken and the motion was approved.
IX. Non-Agenda Public Comment
Stephen Wendel. Mr. Wendel discussed his wish for a traffic calming device on the 1200
block of East Avenue and asked for information regarding steps to put the request before
the Board.
Paul De Jarnatt. Mr De Jarnatt also discussed traffic calming devices for the 1200 block
of East Avenue.
Tom Lindsey. Mr. Lindsey, another resident of the 1200 block of East Avenue, spoke
about the speeding problem on that street.
X. Village Manager Reports
A. ID 16-345 Review of the Village Board Meeting Calendars for December 2016 and
January 2017.
Village Manager Pavlicek referred to the Meeting Calendars for December and January.
The next regularly scheduled meeting will be the second Monday in January. She
announced that CFO Drazner has made copies of the TIF Reports and that they are
available to the public at the back of the room.
XI. Village Board Committees
On behalf of the I-Gov Committee, Village Trustee Lueck reported that they would like to
host a forum for all candidates of all boards in the Village. Presentations by outgoing
board members giving an overview of each taxing body's budget will be included. She
asked for consensus from the Board. The Board expressed support for the forum.
XII. Citizen Commission Vacancies
There were no comments.
XIII. Citizen Commission Appointments, Reappointments and Chair Appointments
There were no Appointments or Reappointments.
XIV. Public Hearing
It was moved by Village Trustee Button Ott, seconded by Village Trustee Brewer,
to open the Public Hearing. A voice vote was taken and the motion was
approved.
B. ID 16-343 Public Hearing of the Village Board Regarding an Application for an
Amendment to the Planned Development Approved Pursuant to
Ordinance Number 16-028 to Allow an Increase of the Approved Height
Allowance of 135 feet to 140 feet for the Building to be Located at 325-331
North Harlem Avenue and 100-107 South Maple Avneue
Village President Abu-Taleb called to order the Public Hearing of the Village Board
Regarding an Application for an Amendment to the Planned Development Approved
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Pursuant to Ordinance Number 16-028 to Allow an Increase of the Approved Height
Allowance of 135 feet to 140 feet for the Building to be Located at 325-331 North Harlem
Avenue and 100-107 South Maple Avenue. Notice of the Public Hearing was published as
required by law in the Wednesday Journal on November 16, 2016.
Village Manager Pavlicek stated that the Planned Development was approved by the
Village Board under Ordinance Number 16-028 on May 16, 2016. Typically, this would be
referred to the Plan Commission but due to the height variance of 2 feet, 6 inches staff
feels that Board assessment is needed. The Board also has the option to refer it to the
Plan Commission after the Public Hearing.
Village Attorney Paul Stephanides swore the applicant, Joe Segobiano of Lincoln
Properties, into the Public Hearing. Mr. Segobiano stated that the modification is to
extend the height from 135 feet to 140 feet. They are making good progress on the plans.
However, while going through the process, they found issues that would increase the
height of the building. The first is to have enough clearance to accommodate accessible
van parking, which is an additional 14 inches. Also, if the proposed construction on
Harlem moves forward, there will be a lower elevation on the corner of Harlem and South
and the building will be set up to handle the new grade. In addition, they are looking to
create 10 foot ceilings on their 12th floor to impact the feel of those units.
Mr. Segobiano and Village Manager Pavlicek answered questions from the Board. There
were no questions or comments from the public.
It was moved by Village Trustee Button Ott, seconded by Village Trustee Brewer,
to adjourn the Public Hearing. A voice vote was taken and the motion was
approved.
C. ORD 16-155 An Ordinance Granting a Modification to the Planned Development
Approved Pursuant to Ordinance Number 16-028 to Alllow an Increase of
the Approved Height Allowance from 135 feet to 140 feet for the Building
to be Located at 325-331 North Harlem Avenue and 100-107 South Maple
Avenue
It was moved by Village Trustee Button Ott, seconded by Village Trustee Tucker,
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 6- Village Trustee Salzman, Village President Abu-Taleb, Village Trustee Button Ott,
Village Trustee Lueck, Village Trustee Brewer, and Village Trustee Tucker
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1- Village Trustee Barber
XV. Consent Agenda
Approval of the Consent Agenda
It was moved by Village Trustee Tucker and seconded by Village Trustee Lueck
to approve the items under the Consent Agenda. The motion was approved. The
roll call on the vote was as follows:
AYES: 6- Village Trustee Salzman, Village President Abu-Taleb, Village Trustee Button Ott,
Village Trustee Lueck, Village Trustee Brewer, and Village Trustee Tucker
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NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1- Village Trustee Barber
D. MOT 16-131 Motion to Accept the 2017 Village Board Regular Meeting Calendar
This Motion was approved.
E. ORD 16-127 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $939,497 against the 2016
Tax Levy for G.O. Bond Series 2007A.
This Ordinance was adopted.
F. ORD 16-153 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $1,718,800 against the 2016
Tax Levy for G.O. Bond Series 2010C.
This Ordinance was adopted.
G. ORD 16-154 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $694,550 against the 2016
Tax Levy for G.O. Bond Series 2011A.
This Ordinance was adopted.
H. ORD 16-156 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $114,095 against the 2016
Tax Levy for G.O. Bond Series 2011B.
This Ordinance was adopted.
I. ORD 16-157 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $234,782 against the 2016
Tax Levy for G.O. Bond Series 2012A.
This Ordinance was adopted.
J. ORD 16-158 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $329,204 of the 2016 Tax
Levy (2016E General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds)
This Ordinance was adopted.
K. ORD 16-124 An Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes in the Amount of
$180,000 for the 2106 Tax Year for Village of Oak Park Special Service Area
Number One
This Ordinance was adopted.
L. ORD 16-125 An Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes in the Amount of
$7,000 for the 2016 Tax Yeaer for Village of Oak Park Special Service Area
Number Seven
This Ordinance was adopted.
M. RES 16-379 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and the Oak Park Housing Authority in the Amount of $35,000
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for 2017 and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
N. RES 16-380 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and the Oak Park Residence Corporation in the Amount of
$35,000 for 2017 and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
O. RES 16-381 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and the Oak Park Regional Housing Center in the Amount of
$425,000 for 2017 and Authorizing Its Execution.
This Resolution was adopted.
P. RES 16-382 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and Visit Oak Park for the Service Year 2017 in an Amount Equal
to the Revenues Generated by the 3% Hotel/Motel Tax assessed in Fiscal
Year 2016 and General Revenue Funds at $42,500 and Authorizing its
Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
Q. RES 16-383 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and the Oak Park Area Arts Council in the Amount of $239,500
for 2017 and Authorizing Its Execution.
This Resolution was adopted.
R. RES 16-384 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and the Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce in the
Amount of $100,000 for 2017 and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
S. ORD 16-132 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2 (“Administration”) of the Oak Park
Village Code by Deleting Article 22 (“Public Art Advisory Commission) in its
Entirety
This Ordinance was adopted.
T. MOT 16-120 A Motion to Approve the 2017 Citizen Commission Work Plans
This Motion was approved.
U. ORD 16-147 An Ordinance Approving Changes to Meter Hours for On-Street Parking
Spaces on the 800 Block of Lake Street
This Ordinance was adopted.
V. RES 16-386 A Resolution Approving the Purchase of Cellular Phone Services from Verizon
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Wireless through the State of Illinois Master Contract in an Amount not to
Exceed $115,000.00 Annually for Fiscal Years 2017 through 2019 and Waiving
the Village’s Bid Process
This Resolution was adopted.
W. RES 16-387 Resolutions Authorizing the Annual Renewal of Pawnbrokers Business
Licenses
This Resolution was adopted.
X. RES 16-336 A Resolution Authorizing a Change Order to the Contract with Schroeder
and Schroeder, Inc., for Project 16-3, 2016 Sidewalk and Curb & Gutter
Replacement, for an Additional $35,077.00
This Resolution was adopted.
Y. RES 16-350 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 $130,000
This Resolution was adopted.
Z. RES 16-388 A Resolution Approving a Contractor Services Agreement Between Progrio
LLC and the Village Of Oak Park To Provide Document Imaging Services in
an Amount not to Exceed $73,171.69 and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AA. RES 16-389 A Resolution Approving a Contractor Services Agreement Between HR
Green, Inc. and the Village of Oak Park to Provide Plan Review and
Inspection Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $784,657 and Authorizing
its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AB. RES 16-390 A Resolution Approving an Agreement with the Collaboration for Early
Childhood Care and Education to Compensate the Village in the Amount of
$10,000 for the Salary of the Village's Public Health Nurse and Authorizing
its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AC. RES 16-391 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 Interest Costs for the
Financing of the Project in the Amount of $30,000.00
This Resolution was adopted.
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AD. RES 16-405 A Resolution Approving Certain Amendments to the Personnel Manual for
the Village of Oak Park and Adding a New Appendix XII (“Americans with
Disabilities Act Policy”) to the Personnel Manual
This Resolution was adopted.
AE. RES 16-394 A Resolution Authorizing a Change Order for to the Contract with J.
Nardulli Concrete, Inc., for Project 15-3, 2015 Sidewalk and Curb & Gutter
Replacement, for an Additional $2,566.00
This Resolution was adopted.
AF. RES 16-395 A Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Excess Public Entity Liability
Insurance, Excess Workers’ Compensation Insurance, Property Insurance,
Crime Coverage and Cyber Liability Insurance for the Village of Oak Park for
Fiscal Year 2017 in an Amount Not to Exceed $320,000.00
This Resolution was adopted.
AG. RES 16-397 A Resolution Approving a Five Year Lease with Neopost USA for Postage
Meter and Mail Inserter/Folder Equipment at a Cumulative Cost not to
Exceed $45,331 and Authorizing its Execution and Waiving the Village’s Bid
Process
This Resolution was adopted.
AH. RES 16-400 A Resolution Approving a Three-Year Professional Services Agreement with
Thrive Counseling Center for Crisis Intervention and Other Police Social
Work Services for 2017 - 2019 in an Amount not to Exceed $141,000 Per
Year and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AI. ORD 16-163 An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale of Surplus Property Owned by the
Village of Oak Park
This Ordinance was adopted.
AJ. RES 16-401 A Resolution Approving an Inter-Governmental Agreement with the State
of Illinois Department of Human Services for a Family Case Management
Grant in the Amount of up to $31,478 and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AK. RES 16-404 A Resolution Approving a Municipal Gas Use Tax Collection Agreement
between the Village of Oak Park, Illinois and Northern Illinois Gas
Company, d/b/a Nicor Gas Company and Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AL. ORD 16-164 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 23A (“Taxes”), Article 7 (“Municipal Gas
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Use Tax”), Section 23A-7-3 (“Taxes”) and Section 23A-7-4 (“Collection of
Tax”) of the Oak Park Village Code
This Ordinance was adopted.
AV. RES 16-407 A Resolution Authorizing the Village Manager to Enter into A
Memorandum of Undstanding with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police
Labor Council for the Purposes of Establishing an Alternate Work Schedule
for Police Department Sergeants and Lieutenants
This Resolution was adopted.
AW. RES 16-408 A Resolution Authorizing the Village Manager to Enter into A
Memorandum of Understanding with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police
Oak Park Lodge #8, Inc. Labor Council for the Purposes of Establishing an
Alternate Work Schedule for Police Department Patrol Officers
This Resolution was adopted.
AX. RES 16-409 A Resolution Approving a Professional Servcies Agreement with
Industrial/Organizational Solutions, Inc. for Police Department Testing
Services in an Amount not to Exceed $33,735.00 and Authorizing its
Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AZ. RES 16-410 A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Settlement Agreement in
Worker’s Compensation Case No. 15 WC 026504
This Resolution was adopted.
BA. RES 16-411 A Resolution Approving a License Agreement between the Village of Oak
Park and Sigecom, LLC, D/B/A WOW! Internet, Cable and Phone and
Authorizing its Execution
This Resolution was adopted.
AM. RES 16-403 A Resolution Authorizing the Submission of an Application with the
Federal Emergency Management Agency for an Assistance to Firefighters
Grant for a Regional Digital Dispatch Fire Station Alerting System in the
Amount of $220,503.30
This Resolution was adopted.
AO. MOT 16-133 Motion to Approve the Bills in the Amount of $4,264,474.80 from
November 2, 2016 through November 29, 2016
This Motion was approved.
AP. MOT 16-134 A Motion to Approve the Monthly Treasurer’s Report for All Funds
This Motion was approved.
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XVI. Regular Agenda
AQ. ORD 16-160 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, 2017
and Ending on the Thirty-First Day of December, 2017
Village Manager Pavlicek commented that Village Trustee Barber intends to join the
meeting at 8:00 pursuant to the Board's Electronic Meeting Attendance Policy. She then
gave a history of the 2017 Budget process.
Village Trustee Brewer thanked the Manager and the CFO for putting the document
together in such a cohesive manner and asked if the projected revenue for 2017 is
available for public viewing. CFO Steve Drazner replied that it is on the Village website.
Village Trustees Tucker, Salzman and Lueck also thanked Manager Pavlicek and CFO
Drazner for their work. They also discussed initiating more intergovernmental cooperation
regarding larger expenses and debt. Village Trustee Button Ott thanked staff and
commended CFO Drazner for the transparency in the budget. On behalf of Village Trustee
Barber, who would not be calling in, Village Trustee Brewer stated that he was not
supportive of the proposed budget, as he wishes the Board would've been able to
consider alternatives that wouldn't have resulted in as high of an increase in the tax rate.
Village President Abu-Taleb gave clarification regarding the increase in taxes and the
budget process.
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: 6- Village Trustee Salzman, Village President Abu-Taleb, Village Trustee Button Ott,
Village Trustee Lueck, Village Trustee Brewer, and Village Trustee Tucker
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1- Village Trustee Barber
AR. ORD 16-126 The Village of Oak Park’s Tax Year 2016 Property Tax Levy Ordinance
Village Manager Pavlicek stated that the Tax Levy Ordinance is consistent with the
ordinance document that was adopted. She clarified that this is in regards to the 2016 tax
year but for the FY 2017 budget. The five components are the General Fund, Police
Pension Fund, Firemen's Pension Fund, Bond and Interest and Public Library Fund.
It was moved by Village Trustee Button Ott, seconded by Village Trustee Tucker,
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 6- Village Trustee Salzman, Village President Abu-Taleb, Village Trustee Button Ott,
Village Trustee Lueck, Village Trustee Brewer, and Village Trustee Tucker
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1- Village Trustee Barber
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AS. ORD 16-159 An Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2016 Annual Budget.
Village Manager Pavlicek commented that starting several years ago, any amendments
to the budget are presented to the Board on a quarterly basis. One is included in the last
meeting of the year to reflect any modifications that may have come up during the budget
development process. The individual departments have filled out forms providing
justification for anything that's been submitted.
It was moved by Village Trustee Button Ott, seconded by Village Trustee Tucker,
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 6- Village Trustee Salzman, Village President Abu-Taleb, Village Trustee Button Ott,
Village Trustee Lueck, Village Trustee Brewer, and Village Trustee Tucker
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1- Village Trustee Barber
AU. MOT 16-135 A Motion to Designate Jupiter Realty Company, LLC (Jupiter) as the
Preferred Developer for the Redevelopment of 710-728 Madison Street as
Recommended by the Oak Park Economic Development Corporation (Oak
Park EDC) and Direct Staff to Negotiate a Redevelopment Agreement with
Jupiter
Chris Donovan. Mr. Donovan expressed concern that there has not been enough
discussion with the public regarding the Madison Street road diet prior to choosing a
preferred developer.
Marty Bernstein. Mr Bernstein expressed concern regarding the project as well and felt
that the RFP timeframe should've been longer in order to attract more bidders.
Village President Ab-Taleb commented that a TIF was established in 1995 for
development of Madison Street. It expires on December 31, 2018 and development has
yet to be started. In his view, as well as others on the Board, the development of
Madison Street is a big opportunity and they are thankful that people are looking at Oak
Park to invest in. Transforming Madison Street into a place of vitality with shops and
places to get together with friends, as well as becoming pedestrian and bicycle friendly,
is a positive change that will attract more developers to the community. It is important
that residents have an open mind and understand that this is part of a process. No
papers are being signed this evening.
Village Manager Pavlicek stated that the Village owns the property at the northeast
corner of Oak Park Avenue and Madison Street, within the Madison TIF District, which
they currently lease for several purposes. This item will authorize staff to negotiate a
Redevelopment Agreement with Jupiter Realty for the property, which will be brought
back to the Board for approval. If approved, the preferred developer typically begins to
invest funds in the Planned Development Application process, which is often referred to
the Plan Commission for the Public Hearing process.
Director of Development Customer Services Tammie Grossman gave a history of
meetings and discussions regarding the Madison streetscape and redevelopment
projects. Due to the timing of the TIF, staff thought it was appropriate to issue the RFP
for the Village owned parcel, which was released on September 16 with a due date of
October 12. Both the straight street and bend options were included in the RFP. Two
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proposals were received on October 12. The proposal from Jupiter Realty is
recommended by the Oak Park Economic Development Corporation (OPEDC). She
discussed next steps, which include conversations with the developer and bringing the
Board a decision to move forward with either the bend or straight streetscape design,
based on the engineering results. Also staff will be able to give the Board the actual
costs associated with those two designs. Based on that decision and upon negotiations
with the developer, staff anticipates a draft redevelopment agreement to be before the
Board for review in the first quarter of 2017. If approved, the developer will begin
architectural designs and submit a Planned Development Application followed by a
series of hearings that would probably conclude in 2017. Both the project and the
streetscape work is to begin in early 2018.
Executive Director of the OPEDC John Lynch discussed the layout of the development.
He stated that both candidates attended a meeting with the OPEDC in November. The
proposal from Hammersley Architecture was an architectural concept for land use but did
not have a developer attached to it. He described the plan. The other proposal was from
Jupiter, a very well qualified national developer who has done projects of significant scale
across the country. The OPEDC is recommending them as the preferred developer.
Brian Hammersley of Hammersley Architecture discussed his positive experience with
the OPEDC.
Jerry Ong of Jupiter Realty and architect Jim Lencioni introduced themselves. Mr. Ong
spoke about his firm and their desire to create a development in Oak Park. He discussed
why they are suggesting a bend in the street and that Madison Street will benefit from
their project. Their venue will allow Oak Park to have another nucleus of business
activity that will balance the community.
Village President Abu-Taleb discussed the many meetings that the OPEDC has held
with Jupiter Realty. He noted that they have tied four parcels of land, which the Village
has not been able to do in 15 years. It is important for the community to know that
without the bend, they cannot develop both sides of the street. He noted that the TIF
expires soon and also that the market is volatile in terms of bond rates. Madison Street
needs to be developed and this opportunity should not be dismissed.
Village Trustee Salzman asked Ms. Grossman to describe the RFP process in this
particular project. He then asked Village Attorney Paul Stephanides whether there is
anything that does not conform with state law or TIF regulations by having discussions
with a developer without an RFP. Mr. Stephanides said there is not and confirmed that
this is the process municipalities follow in terms of municipal owned property.
Village Trustee Salzman asked Ms. Grossman why there was a four week timeframe for
responses to the RFP. She stated that similar projects were given this same timeframe
and noted that the RFP for the former Tasty Dog site produced 13 responses in four
weeks. Ms. Grossman reiterated the next steps in the redevelopment process,
discussed what will be included in the redevelopment agreement and the Public Hearing
process, which will give residents within 500 feet an opportunity to weigh in on the
project.
Ms. Grossman, Village Manager Pavlicek and Mr. Lencioni answered questions from the
Board.
Village President Abu-Taleb expressed appreciation to the developer for investing in Oak
Park.
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It was moved by Village Trustee Brewer, seconded by Village Trustee Tucker,
that this Motion be approved. The motion was approved. The roll call on the
vote was as follows:
AYES: 6- Village Trustee Salzman, Village President Abu-Taleb, Village Trustee Button Ott,
Village Trustee Lueck, Village Trustee Brewer, and Village Trustee Tucker
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1- Village Trustee Barber
XVII. Regular Agenda for Items Pursuant to Village Code Chapter 2 Alcoholic Liquor
Dealers or Related (President Pro-Tem Trustee Barber)
Village President Abu-Taleb and Village Trustee Brewer recused themselves from the
meeting and Village President Pro Tem Button Ott presided over the following Item.
AT. ORD 16-162 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 3 (“Alcoholic Liquor Dealers”), Article 8
(“List of Licenses for Each License Class”), Section 3-8-1 (“Number of
Licenses to be Issued Per License Class”) and Section 3-8-2 (“Licenses by
Name and Address Per License”) of the Oak Park Village Code for the
Issuance of a Package Class C-2 Liquor License to Market Fresh North, Inc.,
DBA Market Fresh Foods
Village Attorney Stephanides described the request and noted that the Liquor Control
Review Board unanimously approved this recommendation.
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
was as follows:
AYES: 4- Village Trustee Salzman, Village Trustee Button Ott, Village Trustee Lueck, and
Village Trustee Tucker
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 1- Village Trustee Barber
ABSTAINED: 2- Village President Abu-Taleb, and Village Trustee Brewer
XVIII. Call to Board and Clerk
Village Clerk Powell announced where and when Consolidated Election candidates may
submit their petitions.
Village Trustees Salzman, Lueck, Brewer, Tucker and Button Ott wished everyone happy
holidays.
Village President Abu-Taleb stated that Oak Park is open for business and that today is
a happy day for the Village, as a preferred developer has been selected.
XIX. Adjourn
It was moved by Village Trustee Button Ott, seconded by Village Trustee Tucker,
to adjourn. A voice vote was taken and the motion was approved. Meeting
adjourned at 9:17 P.M., Monday, December 5, 2016.
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Respectfully Submitted,
MaryAnn Schoenneman
Deputy Village Clerk
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Agenda
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Meeting Agenda
President and Board of Trustees
Monday, December 5, 2016 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
Collective Bargaining and the Sale or Lease of Property and the Purchase of
Property.
IV. Adjourn Executive Session
V. Reconvene to Regular Meeting in Council Chambers and Call to Order
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VI. Roll Call
VII. Agenda Approval
VIII. Minutes
AY. MOT 16-136 Motion to Approve Minutes for November 21, 2016 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
A. ID 16-345 Review of the Village Board Meeting Calendars for December 2016 and
January 2017.
Overview: Once per month the Village Manager presents the tentative schedule of the
upcoming meetings of the Village Board for review and comment.
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. Citizen Commission Vacancies
This is an ongoing list of current vacancies for the Citizens Involvement Commissions.
Residents are encouraged to apply through the Village Clerk’s Office.
XIII. Citizen Commission Appointments, Reappointments and Chair
Appointments
Names are forwarded from the Citizens Involvement Commission to the Village Clerk
and then forwarded to the Village President for recommendation. If any appointments
are ready prior to the meeting, the agenda will be revised to list the names.
XIV. Public Hearing
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B. ID 16-343 Public Hearing of the Village Board Regarding an Application for an
Amendment to the Planned Development Approved Pursuant to Ordinance
Number 16-028 to Allow an Increase of the Approved Height Allowance of
135 feet to 140 feet for the Building to be Located at 325-331 North Harlem
Avenue and 100-107 South Maple Avneue
Overview: The applicant, OP South Boulevard LLC (Lincoln Properties), during their design
development phase, discovered that the height of the proposed building
needed to be increased due to a parking garage height increase for handicap
accessible van access and floor separation increases. Due to the slight slope
in the ground from a high point east to a low point west, the average height,
as determined by the Zoning Ordinance, exceeds the approved 135 feet height
limit. The southeast corner elevation is exactly 135 feet and increases to the
west and north. The request is for an allowable height of 140 feet, even
though it is more than they need, provides a comfort level during construction
in the event that any issues arise which would require any slight modification
in height. It is anticpated that the building will only increase in height by 2
feet and 6 inches.
C. ORD 16-155 An Ordinance Granting a Modification to the Planned Development
Approved Pursuant to Ordinance Number 16-028 to Alllow an Increase of the
Approved Height Allowance from 135 feet to 140 feet for the Building to be
Located at 325-331 North Harlem Avenue and 100-107 South Maple Avenue
Overview: Approval of the Planned Development modification as presented in the
preceeding Public Hearing is recommended.
XV. Consent Agenda
D. MOT 16-131 Motion to Accept the 2017 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.
E. ORD 16-127 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $939,497 against the 2016 Tax
Levy for G.O. Bond Series 2007A.
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) bond is
issued, the annual debt service is automatically levied by the County unless
the Village directs the Cook County Clerk’s Office to abate some or all of the
annual levy amount.
The Village abates the tax levy needed to pay for certain issues depending on
the purpose of the issue.
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F. ORD 16-153 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $1,718,800 against the 2016
Tax Levy for G.O. Bond Series 2010C.
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) bond is
issued, the annual debt service is automatically levied by the County unless
the Village directs the Cook County Clerk’s Office to abate some or all of the
annual levy amount.
The Village abates the tax levy needed to pay for certain issues depending on
the purpose of the issue.
G. ORD 16-154 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $694,550 against the 2016 Tax
Levy for G.O. Bond Series 2011A.
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) bond is
issued, the annual debt service is automatically levied by the County unless
the Village directs the Cook County Clerk’s Office to abate some or all of the
annual levy amount.
The Village abates the tax levy needed to pay for certain issues depending on
the purpose of the issue.
H. ORD 16-156 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $114,095 against the 2016 Tax
Levy for G.O. Bond Series 2011B.
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) bond is
issued, the annual debt service is automatically levied by the County unless
the Village directs the Cook County Clerk’s Office to abate some or all of the
annual levy amount.
The Village abates the tax levy needed to pay for certain issues depending on
the purpose of the issue.
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I. ORD 16-157 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $234,782 against the 2016 Tax
Levy for G.O. Bond Series 2012A.
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) bond is
issued, the annual debt service is automatically levied by the County unless
the Village directs the Cook County Clerk’s Office to abate some or all of the
annual levy amount.
The Village abates the tax levy needed to pay for certain issues depending on
the purpose of the issue.
J. ORD 16-158 An Ordinance Providing for the Abatement of $329,204 of the 2016 Tax Levy
(2016E 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) bond is
issued, the annual debt service is automatically levied by the County unless
the Village directs the Cook County Clerk’s Office to abate some or all of the
annual levy amount.
The Village abates the tax levy needed to pay for certain issues depending on
the purpose of the issue.
K. ORD 16-124 An Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes in the Amount of
$180,000 for the 2106 Tax Year for Village of Oak Park Special Service Area
Number One
Overview: The Village levies a tax upon 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.
L. ORD 16-125 An Ordinance for the Levy and Assessment of Taxes in the Amount of $7,000
for the 2016 Tax Yeaer 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.
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M. RES 16-379 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and the Oak Park Housing Authority in the Amount of $35,000 for
2017 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.
N. RES 16-380 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and the Oak Park Residence Corporation in the Amount of $35,000
for 2017 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.
O. RES 16-381 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and the Oak Park Regional Housing Center in the Amount of
$425,000 for 2017 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
September 21, 2016.
P. RES 16-382 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and Visit Oak Park for the Service Year 2017 in an Amount Equal to
the Revenues Generated by the 3% Hotel/Motel Tax assessed in Fiscal Year
2016 and General Revenue Funds at $42,500 and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: The Funding Grant 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 $170,000 in 2017
and $42,500 in support from the General Revenue Fund.
Q. RES 16-383 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and the Oak Park Area Arts Council in the Amount of $239,500 for
2017 and Authorizing Its Execution.
Overview: The 2017 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. The OPAAC will
also be undertaking the duties of the Village’s Public Art Advisory Commission.
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R. RES 16-384 A Resolution Approving a Funding Grant Agreement between the Village of
Oak Park and the Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce in the
Amount of $100,000 for 2017 and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: As part of the 2017 Budget, the Village included a line item of $100,000 as a
continuation of a program started in 2016 to support Business Districts within
the Village of Oak Park. The contract for services is with the Oak Park River
Forest Chamber of Commerce (the Chamber) to provide Business Districts with
support to establish best practices surrounding recruitment and management
and membership support.
S. ORD 16-132 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2 (“Administration”) of the Oak Park Village
Code by Deleting Article 22 (“Public Art Advisory Commission) in its Entirety
Overview: Upon review and discussion of the Reinventing Government Committee of the
Board of Trustees a recommendation to merge the duties the Public Art
Adviosry as detailed in Chapter 2 (“Administration”) Article 22 (“Public Art
Advisory Commission”) of the Oak Park Village Code into the duties as stated
in the annual service contract with the Oak Park Area Arts Council to be
presented on December 5, 2016 for review and approval.
T. MOT 16-120 A Motion to Approve the 2017 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.
U. ORD 16-147 An Ordinance Approving Changes to Meter Hours for On-Street Parking
Spaces on the 800 Block of Lake Street
Overview: The Village has received a request from the businesses located near 803 Lake
Street to change to metered parking spaces adjacent to their businesses with
no time limits to 15 minute metered parking spaces.
V. RES 16-386 A Resolution Approving the Purchase of Cellular Phone Services from Verizon
Wireless through the State of Illinois Master Contract in an Amount not to
Exceed $115,000.00 Annually for Fiscal Years 2017 through 2019 and Waiving
the Village’s Bid Process
Overview: Mobile communication is utilized by all operating departments for emergency
communication and daily operations. The Village participates in the State of
Illinois Joint Purchasing Program for materials, equipment and services
commonly used by municipalities such as cell phone, smartphone and mobile
data. Participation in the Joint Purchasing Program results in volume
discounts on equipment and services which the Village could not achieve on
its own as a single purchaser.
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W. RES 16-387 Resolutions Authorizing the Annual Renewal of Pawnbrokers 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.
X. RES 16-336 A Resolution Authorizing a Change Order to the Contract with Schroeder and
Schroeder, Inc., for Project 16-3, 2016 Sidewalk and Curb & Gutter
Replacement, for an Additional $35,077.00
Overview: Various changes and additions during construction resulted in contract
overages for the 2016 Sidewalk and Curb and Gutter Replacement Project.
The changes were primarily associated with sidewalk replacement along the
east side of the Stevenson Center to address drainage issues. The various
change orders amount to an increase of $35,077. The change order adjusts
the contract with Schroeder and Schroeder, Inc. from the previously
authorized amount of $150,000 to $185,077.
Y. RES 16-350 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 $130,000
Overview: This is a part of a multi-year project in the capital improvement program
budgets. It is an effort to remodel, reorganize and declutter Village Hall in
order to provide better customer service and maintain organized and
professional facilities. In 2017, the project will include different phases that
will be presented to the Board as each part is defined.
Z. RES 16-388 A Resolution Approving a Contractor Services Agreement Between Progrio
LLC and the Village Of Oak Park To Provide Document Imaging Services in an
Amount not to Exceed $73,171.69 and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: A contractor services agreement for Progio LLC to digitize the Village’s permit
files including converting and indexing approximately 80 boxes of Permit
Processing files per year and approximately 21,375 property drawing records.
AA. RES 16-389 A Resolution Approving a Contractor Services Agreement Between HR Green,
Inc. and the Village of Oak Park to Provide Plan Review and Inspection
Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $784,657 and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: In order to improve customer service, the Village of Oak Park wishes to
outsource day-to-day plan review activities as well as certain plan review and
inspection activities for assigned permit applications.
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AB. RES 16-390 A Resolution Approving an Agreement with the Collaboration for Early
Childhood Care and Education to Compensate the Village in the Amount of
$10,000 for the Salary of the Village's Public Health Nurse and Authorizing its
Execution
Overview: This is a one year agreement with the Collaboration for Early Childhood Care
and Education. During the term of this agreement the Village will work with
the Collaboration and home visiting partners to establish and implement a
coordinated intake and referral system for families who may be eligible for
home visiting services. The Collaboration will compensate the Village $10,000
under this agreement.
AC. RES 16-391 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 Interest Costs for the
Financing of the Project in the Amount of $30,000.00
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 final completion of the Public Parking Garage an amendment related
to interest costs for the project financing for the month of November 2016 in
the amount of $30,000 is being requested. This will not increase the overall
approved budget as funds are contained within the project contingency.
AD. RES 16-405 A Resolution Approving Certain Amendments to the Personnel Manual for
the Village of Oak Park and Adding a New Appendix XII (“Americans with
Disabilities Act Policy”) to the Personnel Manual
Overview: An part of the adoption of the annual budget process, the Human Resource
Department submits recommended amendements to the Village personnel
policies, practices and procedures to ensure that we have remained compliant
to state and federal employment laws and are consistent with the
recommended budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
AE. RES 16-394 A Resolution Authorizing a Change Order for to the Contract with J. Nardulli
Concrete, Inc., for Project 15-3, 2015 Sidewalk and Curb & Gutter
Replacement, for an Additional $2,566.00
Overview: Various changes and additions during construction resulted in contract
overages for the 2015 Sidewalk and Curb and Gutter Replacement Project.
The various change orders amount to an increase of $2,566. The change order
adjusts the contract with J. Nardulli Concrete, Inc. from the previously
authorized amount of $175,000 to $177,566.
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AF. RES 16-395 A Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Excess Public Entity Liability
Insurance, Excess Workers’ Compensation Insurance, Property Insurance,
Crime Coverage and Cyber Liability Insurance for the Village of Oak Park for
Fiscal Year 2017 in an Amount Not to Exceed $320,000.00
Overview: The Resolution authorizes the purchase of excess insurance for amounts over
the Village’s self-insured retention amounts for coverage for public entity
liability, workers’ compensation, crime coverage, property insurance and
cyber liability for fiscal year 2017.
AG. RES 16-397 A Resolution Approving a Five Year Lease with Neopost USA for Postage
Meter and Mail Inserter/Folder Equipment at a Cumulative Cost not to
Exceed $45,331 and Authorizing its Execution and Waiving the Village’s Bid
Process
Overview: The Village’s existing Pitney Bowes postage meter and mail sorter equipment
is at the end of its useful life and parts are becoming increasingly difficult to
obtain. Maintenance/repair service for the postage machine will cease to be
available effective January 1, 2017. Under a new lease agreement, repairs and
maintenance will be included as part of the cost of the lease. Please see
attached memo for more detailed information.
AH. RES 16-400 A Resolution Approving a Three-Year Professional Services Agreement with
Thrive Counseling Center for Crisis Intervention and Other Police Social Work
Services for 2017 - 2019 in an Amount not to Exceed $141,000 Per Year and
Authorizing its Execution
Overview: The Police Department uses contractual services to address crisis intervention
and other social work services. The current contract will expire December 31,
2016.
AI. ORD 16-163 An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale of Surplus Property Owned by the Village
of Oak Park
Overview: The Police Department has a list of surplus inventory consisting of 83 bicycles
that is no longer necessary or useful to the Village and, therefore, the
continued storage and ownership of these items is no longer in the Village’s
best interest.
AJ. RES 16-401 A Resolution Approving an Inter-Governmental Agreement with the State of
Illinois Department of Human Services for a Family Case Management Grant
in the Amount of up to $31,478 and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: The Health Department is recommending the Village Board approve this
inter-governmental agreement with the Illinois Department of Human Services
in an amount of up to $31,478 and authorize its execution. The grant term is
from the date of execution to June 30, 2017.
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AK. RES 16-404 A Resolution Approving a Municipal Gas Use Tax Collection Agreement
between the Village of Oak Park, Illinois and Northern Illinois Gas Company,
d/b/a Nicor Gas Company and Authorizing its Execution
Overview: Pursuant to the Agreement, Northern Illinois Gas Company, d/b/a Nicor Gas
Company (“Nicor”), will collect the Village’s $0.05 per therm gas use tax
pursuant to Section 23A-7-1 through Section 23A-7-5 of the Village Code.
AL. ORD 16-164 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 23A (“Taxes”), Article 7 (“Municipal Gas
Use Tax”), Section 23A-7-3 (“Taxes”) and Section 23A-7-4 (“Collection of
Tax”) of the Oak Park Village Code
Overview: Overview
The Ordinance amends Section 23A-7-3 and Section 23A-7-4 of the Oak Park
Village Code (“Village Code”) regarding technical amendments to these
sections pursuant to the Agreement Municipal Gas Use Tax Collection
Agreement between the Village and Northern Illinois Gas Company, d/b/a
Nicor Gas Company (“Nicor”).
AV. RES 16-407 A Resolution Authorizing the Village Manager to Enter into A Memorandum
of Undstanding with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council for
the Purposes of Establishing an Alternate Work Schedule for Police
Department Sergeants and Lieutenants
Overview: This allows the Village Manager to enter into an agreement in the event the
Police Department and the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council and
Sergeants and Lieutenants wish to implement an alternative work schedule
effective January 8, 2017.
AW. RES 16-408 A Resolution Authorizing the Village Manager to Enter into A Memorandum
of Understanding with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Oak Park Lodge
#8, Inc. Labor Council for the Purposes of Establishing an Alternate Work
Schedule for Police Department Patrol Officers
Overview: This allows the Village Manager to enter into an agreement in the event the
Police Department and the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council and
the Patrol Officers wish to implement an alternative work schedule effective
January 8, 2017.
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AX. RES 16-409 A Resolution Approving a Professional Servcies Agreement with
Industrial/Organizational Solutions, Inc. for Police Department Testing
Services in an Amount not to Exceed $33,735.00 and Authorizing its
Execution
Overview: In support of Article 28 of the Municipal Code, the Village uses an
independent service provider who specializes in public safety recruitment to
conduct standardized testing to assist the Village in the establishment of entry
level police and fire eligibility lists for filling sworn vacancies as well
promotional eligibility lists.
AZ. RES 16-410 A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Settlement Agreement in
Worker’s Compensation Case No. 15 WC 026504
Overview: It is requested that the Village Board authorize the execution of a settlement
agreement in Worker’s Compensation Case No. 15 WC 026504.
BA. RES 16-411 A Resolution Approving a License Agreement between the Village of Oak
Park and Sigecom, LLC, D/B/A WOW! Internet, Cable and Phone and
Authorizing its Execution
Overview: The Agreement allows WOW to utilize certain portions of the public
Right-of-Way (ROW) for installation and maintenance of telecommunications
systems, both underground and mounted to existing utility poles, street lights
and/or traffic signal poles for a ten year period with five year renewal.
AM. RES 16-403 A Resolution Authorizing the Submission of an Application with the Federal
Emergency Management Agency for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant for a
Regional Digital Dispatch Fire Station Alerting System in the Amount of
$220,503.30
Overview: The purpose of this grant is to fund a comprehensive upgrade of the fire
department’s alerting system for all three stations. We have included River
Forest, Forest Park, Elmwood Park, and WSCDC and are applying as a single
region with Oak Park being the “host” agency. The grant would allow us to
replace outdated alerting equipment that does not meet current National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) codes. It would correct several current
difficiencies including lack of redundancy, lack of equipment failure
notification, dependency on manual call processing, and failure to provide a
modulated, shock-free alerting tone
AO. MOT 16-133 Motion to Approve the Bills in the Amount of $4,264,474.80 from November
2, 2016 through November 29, 2016
Overview: Attached is the regular list of bills as paid through the Village’s accounts
payable (AP) system for the period beginning November 2, 2016 through
November 29, 2016. This is the most current list available.
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AP. MOT 16-134 A Motion to Approve the Monthly Treasurer’s Report for All Funds
Overview: The unaudited October 31, 2016 report is hereby 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.
XVI. Regular Agenda
AQ. ORD 16-160 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, 2017 and Ending on
the Thirty-First Day of December, 2017
Overview: Public hearings and meetings on the Truth in Taxation and the proposed 2017
Budget were held on November 2, 2016 and November 21, 2016, 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 FY17
Budget. In addition, the Finance Committee of the Village Board and the
Village Board held various meetings on the proposed budget.
AR. ORD 16-126 The Village of Oak Park’s Tax Year 2016 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.
AS. ORD 16-159 An Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2016 Annual Budget.
Overview: New appropriations are recommended when a reasonable operational need
exists but was not contemplated in the original budget document. The
attached Ordinance contains budgets modifications which call for new funding
as well as offsetting budget transfers from original adopted appropriations.
AU. MOT 16-135 A Motion to Designate Jupiter Realty Company, LLC (Jupiter) as the Preferred
Developer for the Redevelopment of 710-728 Madison Street as
Recommended by the Oak Park Economic Development Corporation (Oak
Park EDC) and Direct Staff to Negotiate a Redevelopment Agreement with
Jupiter
Overview: The Village owns the property located at 710-728 Madison Street and the Oak
Park EDC is recommending designating Jupiter as the Preferred Developer.
XVII. Regular Agenda for Items Pursuant to Village Code Chapter 2 Alcoholic
Liquor Dealers or Related (President Pro-Tem Trustee Barber)
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AT. ORD 16-162 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 3 (“Alcoholic Liquor Dealers”), Article 8
(“List of Licenses for Each License Class”), Section 3-8-1 (“Number of Licenses
to be Issued Per License Class”) and Section 3-8-2 (“Licenses by Name and
Address Per License”) of the Oak Park Village Code for the Issuance of a
Package Class C-2 Liquor License to Market Fresh North, Inc., DBA Market
Fresh Foods
Overview: The Ordinance authorizes the issuance of a Package Class C-2 Liquor License to
Market Fresh North, Inc., DBA Market Fresh Foods (“Market Fresh”) for the
property located at 6209 West North Avenue.
XVIII. Call to Board and Clerk
XIX. Adjourn
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