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VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING NOTICE/AGENDA
TO BE HELD AT THE RICHARD T. FLICKINGER MUNICIPAL CENTER
SCANLON CONFERENCE ROOM
July 24, 2017
6:00 pm
(The hour between 6:00 and 7:00 pm is set aside for Executive Session
per 1-5-7A of the Village of Morton Grove Municipal Code.
If the Agenda does not include an Executive Session, the meeting will begin at 7:00 pm.)
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Executive Session - Property
THE BALANCE OF THE MEETING SHALL COMMENCE AT 7:00 PM
IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
OF THE RICHARD T. FLICKINGER MUNICIPAL CENTER
4. Reconvene Meeting
5. Pledge of Allegiance
6. Roll Call
7. Approval of Minutes Regular Meeting — June 26, 2017
Special Meeting — June 29, 2017
Regular Meeting — July 10, 2017
8. Special Reports
a. Presentation of Plan Commission Case PC 17-13 requesting approval of a preliminary/final plat
of vacation of a 2,249 sq ft area of the Capulina Avenue right-of-way, located directly to the
west of Narragansett Avenue and east of the Metra right-of-way to be made by Community and
Economic Development Director Nancy Radzevich
b. Presentation of Plan Commission Case 17-14 requesting a Planned Unit Development comprised
of 36 attached dwellings in a total of seven buildings on approximately two acres with waivers to
density and dimensional controls and approval of the preliminary and final plats of subdivision.
9. Public Hearings
10. Residents' Comments (agenda items only)
11. President's Report — Administration, Comprehensive Plan, Council of Mayors, Northwest Municipal
Conference, Strategic Plan Committee
12. Clerk's Report — Condominium Association, Strategic Plan Committee
13. Staff Reports
a. Village Administrator
1) Miscellaneous Reports and Updates
b. Corporation Counsel
14. Reports by Trustees
a. Trustee Grear — Building Department, Community and Economic Development Department,
Lehigh/Ferris TIF, Police Facility Committee, Prairie View TIF, Special Events Commission,
Traffic Safety Commission (Trustee Minx)
b. Trustee Minx — Capital Projects, Chamber of Commerce, Natural Resource Commission, Plan
Commission/Zoning Board, Public Works Department, Waukegan Road TIF (Trustee Grear)
1) Ordinance 17-19 (Introduced July 10, 2017) (Second Reading)
Approving a Special Use Permit for a Medical and Dental Office/Clinic at 5818
Dempster Street
2) Ordinance 17-22 (Introduced July 24, 2017) (First Reading)
Approving a Preliminary/Final Plat of Vacation of a 2,249 sq. ft. Portion of Capulina
Avenue Right -of -Way, Located Immediately West of Narragansett Avenue and East of
the Metra Right -of -Way
3) Resolution 17-36 (Introduced July 24, 2017)
Authorizing an Agreement with ComEd for Design work by ComEd for the Relocation of
Existing Electrical Equipment to Facilitate the Redevelopment of the Village -Owned
Property at the Southwest Corner of Ferris and Capulina Avenues (Site "B")
14. Reports by Trustees (continued)
c. Trustee Ramos — Appearance Commission, Environmental Health, IT, Legal Department
(Trustee Travis)
d. Trustee Thill —Advisory Commission on Aging, Emergency Management Agency, Family and
Senior Services Department, Fire Department, Fire Pension Board, RED Center, SWANCC
(Trustee Witko)
e. Trustee Travis — Community Relations Commission, Dempster Street Corridor Plan, Finance
Advisory Commission, Finance Department (Trustee Ramos)
f. Trustee Witko — Economic Development Commission, Farmers' Market, Fire and Police
Commission, NIPSTA, Police Department, Police Pension Board, Water Commission (Trustee
Thill)
1) Ordinance 17-21 (Introduced July 10, 2017) (Second Reading)
Amending Title 5 "Motor Vehicles and Traffic", Chapter 1 Entitled "Traffic
Administration and Enforcement", Section 4 Entitled "Experimental or Temporary
Regulations" of the Village's Municipal Code
2) Resolution 17-37 (Introduced July 24, 2017)
Authorizing the Approval of a Professional Services Agreement for Engineering Services
for Design of Water Transmission Mains and Facility Improvements to be entered into
between the Morton Grove -Niles Water Commission and Stanley Consultants, Inc. and
the Expenditure of Village Funds to Pay for the Village of Morton Grove's Share of the
Financial Obligations Under the Professional Services Agreement
15. Other Business
16. Presentation of Warrants $625,702.11
17. Residents' Comments
18. Executive Session — Personnel Matters, Labor Negotiations, Pending Litigation, and Real Estate
19. Adjournment - To ensure full accessibility and equal participation for all interested citizens, individuals with disabilities
who plan to attend and who require certain accommodations in order to observe and/or participate in this meeting, or who
have questions regarding the accessibility of these facilities, are requested to contact Susan or Marlene (847/470-5220)
promptly to allow the Village to make reasonable accommodations.
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT
AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE
COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, HELD AT THE
RICHARD T, FLICKINGER MUNICIPAL CENTER
JUNE 26, 2017
CALL TO ORDER
I — Village President Dan DiMaria reconvened the meeting at 7:00 pm. in the Council Chambers
V. of Village Hall following the Executive Session, and led the assemblage in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
VI. Village Clerk Eileen Harford called the roll. Present were: Trustees Bill Grear, Rita Minx,
Ed Ramos, John Thill, Connie Travis, and Janine Witko.
VII.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Regarding the June 12, 2017 Regular Board Meeting, Trustee Minx moved to approve the
Minutes as presented, seconded by Trustee Grear. Motion passed unanimously via voice
vote.
VIII. SPECIAL REPORTS
1. An Introduction to This Year's Farmers' Market
a. Brad Moldofsky, one of the original founders of the Market, introduced co -managers Eric,
Elaine, and Susan, volunteer coordinator Lorri Fishman, and Rich Block. He thanked the Village
for their support over the past eight years. He said that the Market is vibrant and a focal point
of the community. It has many loyal people who support by attending each weekend and
purchasing goods, as well as those who participate in the Friends of the Market program.
Rich said that the market raises all its own funding through the Friends of the Market program.
When people donate at a certain level, they receive a tee-shirt that will list their names, along
with other donors, on the back. Rich said that money is needed to keep the Market open, and
hoped each member of the Board would support the program. The deadline for donating $25 to
receive a tee-shirt is July 29th, and tee-shirts will be in by August 5th. Rich said the Market is
open every Saturday (except on the July 4th weekend) from 8:00 am to noon, and they're now
serving waffles!
b.
c.
d.
Mayor DiMaria said he and the Board urged everyone to attend and spend some time at the
Farmers' Market weekly so that this valuable resource can be maintained and flourish.
The Market is always looking for volunteers to work at the Welcome Booth, or help with set-up
in the morning or clean-up when the Market closes.
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SPECIAL REPORTS (continued)
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e. Elaine said the Market has over a dozen vendors and three farmers, including one organic
farmer. You can purchase honey, mean, fresh eggs, jewelry, and soap; you can enjoy the live
music or bring your kids to participate in the children's activities. She said there's something for
the whole family at the Market, noting that on Saturday, July 15, the Pie Contest will be held.
2. Plan Commission Case PC17-12, Requesting a Special Use Permit for a Tavern, Bar, and
Cocktail Lounge with Live Music as an Accessory Use and Associated Parking Waivers for the
Property Commonly Known as 5705-07 Dempster Street.
a. Director of Community and Economic Development Nancy Radzevich presented this
report. She said that the Applicant, All Inn, Inc., is looking to expand their existing bar at
5707 Dempster into the adjacent space at 5705 Dempster, and will add a stage to allow for live
music, DJs, karaoke, and other similar types of entertainment.
b. Ms. Radzevich said the Applicant has operated its current bar for the past three years, and is
proposing to remove a portion of the existing wall between their current space and the vacant
space next door to add a 12 -foot by 11 -foot stage as well as tables and chairs for 30 additional
patrons. With the expanded facility, the Applicant is proposing to have live musical entertain-
ment approximately three nights a week (generally, Fridays and Saturdays, plus one week
night) and host bingo, karaoke and/or similar events on various weeknights. The hours of
operation would remain the same: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 2:00 am; Saturday,
8:00 am to 3:00 am; and Sunday, 11:00 am to 2:00 am.
c. The Applicant is proposing that the increased parking demand generated from the expanded
facility can be handled by a combination of available onsite parking spaces, public parking
spaces along Major Avenue and in the municipal parking lot across Dempster Street, and
leased spaces at 5708 Dempster via a valet parking service.
d. Ms. Radzevich said the Applicant, represented by Ms. Lisa Cosentino, testified at the Plan
Commission hearing that All Inn intends to use two of the existing onsite parking spaces
immediately adjacent to the building as the staging area for pick-up and drop-off of the vehicles.
Vehicles would then exist to Major Avenue to be parked at the rented parking spaces at
5708 Dempster. Commissioner Farkas suggested that, if the Commission recommends
approval, that no valet service operations should be conducted on Dempster Street or Major
Avenue. The traffic consultant found that there would be sufficient parking to accommodate
this request.
e. Ms. Radzevich said there was discussion at the Plan Commission hearing about how All Inn
would minimize sound from the live entertainment and limit its impact on surrounding properties.
Ms. Cosentino noted that All Inn has designed the expanded facility to minimize sound escaping
the premises by utilizing sound -absorbing materials in the proposed flooring, ceiling and
furniture, and would place the majority of the speakers in locations where the sound would be
projected forward, away from the rear of the facility, which is where residences are located.
The existing rear door on the 5705 Dempster side, where the entertainment will be, will not be
available for patrons to enter or exit; patrons could still use the rear door at 5707 Dempster,
however.
f. Several residents spoke at the hearing about noise from patrons in the parking lot behind the
facility, about the timing of deliveries and trucks double-parking on Major Avenue, and about
concerns that live entertainment would expand beyond three days a week.
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g.
SPECIAL REPORTS (continued)
Ms. Cosentino addressed the concerns and said she would work with the neighbors because
she wanted to sustain the "neighborhood" feel of the bar..
Ms. Radzevich said the Plan Commission recommended approval of this request unanimously.
h. Trustee Grear asked Chief Simo and Village Administrator Czerwinski if there have been any
problems in or around All Inn. Mr. Czerwinski said that he's heard no complaints; the owners
are very responsive and are focused on making the establishment a success. Chief Simo said
there have been a couple of reports of rowdiness and fighting in the parking lot behind the
facility, and noted that the owners are encouraging people to smoke elsewhere.
i. Trustee Thill asked if the live music would go to 2:00 am. Ms. Cosentino said that it would likely
end at midnight.
j. Trustee Minx commended Ms. Cosentino and her father for being upfront and responsive, and
said it was nice to see businesses and homeowners working together.
IX. PUBLIC HEARINGS
NONE
X. RESIDENTS' COMMENTS (Agenda Items Only)
NONE
Xl. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
1. Mayor DiMaria sought concurrence from the Board to appoint Ann Estey as the Secretary to the
Traffic Safety Commission. Trustee Thill so moved, seconded by Trustee Witko. Motion passed
unanimously via voice vote.
2. Mayor DiMaria proclaimed June 26, 2017 as "J. Herman Sitrick Day" in Morton Grove. He said
it's important to recognize America's heroes who sacrifice for our nation and inspire other
Americans to defeat terrorism and advance peace. Such willingness and assumption of duty has
been exemplified by J. Herman Sitrick, a Morton Grove resident and World War 11 veteran, who
has earned the gratitude of the nation of France for military and civil actions taken when he
captured and turned over 21 German soldiers during a snowstorm to the 3rd Armored Division in
1945. For so doing, 70 years later, Mr. Sitrick has received France's Legion d'Honneur for his
valor and bravery, and has earned the right to be honored by a community that is grateful for
his service to his country. Mayor DiMaria urged all residents to recognize the valor and bravery
displayed during Mr. Sitrick's tour of duty during World War II and to express their gratitude to all
who have served and are presently serving to protect and defend our nation and its freedoms.
a.
Mr. Sitrick acknowledged the proclamation and said that he's been called a hero, but he doesn't
think of himself that way. He said he looks at Tammy Duckworth and feels that she is a hero. He
said he has loved living in Morton Grove, especially because of his neighbors, and thanked the
Mayor and Board for honoring him.
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PRESIDENT'S REPORT (continued)
3. Mayor DiMaria said that the Morton Grove Days festival starts this Friday and runs through
July 4. He added that volunteers are still needed for the festival. Megabands and wristbands can
be purchased online at www.mortongrovedays.orq. Mayor DiMaria said that parking restrictions
will be in place on July 4 from noon to midnight. Parking will only be allowed on one side of the
street in the affected areas. Signs will be posted and residents in the affected areas will receive
communication about the parking restrictions. Mayor DiMaria encouraged everyone to come out
and enjoy the festival, saying its a great venue and always a lot of fun!
4. Mayor DiMaria said that the Community Relations Commission's Summer Photo Contest will
begin on July 1s` and end on Labor Day. Up to five photos can be submitted to
crcna mortongroveil.orq or by dropping them off at Village Hall.
5. Mayor DiMaria said that yard waste stickers are available for $2.18 or five for $10.90. They
can be purchased at Village Hall, the Walgreens at 5730 Dempster Street, the Walgreens at
8301 Waukegan Road, or the Jewel -Osco at Milwaukee and Oakton in Niles.
6. Mayor DiMaria reminded the assemblage that the Village has changed the annual cycle for
vehicle stickers and pet licenses. Current 2016/2017 vehicle stickers and pet licenses will be
valid until August 31, 2017. The new 2017/2018 vehicle stickers and pet licenses will be
available to purchase on June 1, 2017, and must be displayed by August 31, 2017. The cycle will
then be August to August going forward.
XII. CLERK'S REPORT
Clerk Harford had no report.
XIII.
STAFF REPORTS
A. Village Administrator:
Village Administrator Czerwinski announced that there would be a Special Meeting of the Village
Board on Thursday, June 29, at 5:15 pm to conduct one item of business.
B. Corporation Counsel:
Corporation Counsel Liston was absent with notice; she is in Italy attending her son's wedding.
No report.
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XIV.
A. Trustee Grear:
TRUSTEES' REPORTS
1. Trustee Grear introduced Ordinance 17-16, Amending Title 5, Chapter 13, Article A,
Section 2 Entitled "Two -Way Stop Intersections;" Title 5, Chapter 13, Article A, Section 4
Entitled "Four -Way Stop Intersections;" Title 5, Chapter 13, Article F, Section 1 Entitled
"No Parking Streets;" and Title 5, Chapter 13, Article F, Section 3E Entitled "Time Limit
Parking Zones" of the Municipal Code of the Village of Morton Grove.
a.
2.
a.
He said that this ordinance will improve traffic safety at Capulina and Ferris Avenues as well
as the on -street parking supply in this vicinity. Area residents are concerned about the sight
distance between traffic on Capulina and Ferris Avenues. Village staff investigated and
implemented an experimental parking regulation, eliminating the first parking space on the
west side of Ferris Avenue north and south of Capulina Avenue. The Village notified affected
residents and businesses of this temporary change and requested their feedback. The feedback
supported the improved sight distances, but noted concerns about the reduction in on -street
parking. The Traffic Safety Commission then reviewed the matter to see if the change should be
made permanent. Village staff recommended installing a four-way stop to provide a higher level
of traffic control and maintain the on -street parking supply. The Traffic Safety Commission
recommended the four-way stop.
Trustee Grear said that, since this is the first reading of this ordinance, no action will be taken
this evening.
Next, Trustee Grear presented for a first reading Ordinance 17-17, Amending Title 5,
Chapter 13, Article D, Section 1 Entitled "No Entry Streets Declared" and Title 5,
Chapter 13, Article J, Section 2 Entitled "No Right Turn" of the Municipal Code of the
Village of Morton Grove.
He said that this ordinance will eliminate traffic regulations on Austin Avenue prohibiting entry
onto side streets intersecting with Austin Avenue during certain times of certain days. Village
staff had identified these turn restrictions and noted that they did not seem to provide beneficial
control of traffic.
Trustee Grear said that, as this is a first reading, no action will be taken this evening.
B. Trustee Minx:
1. Trustee Minx presented Ordinance 17-15, Approving a Text Amendment to Modify Medical
and Dental Office/Clinic Use Classifications in Commercial Districts of the Village of Mor-
ton Grove Municipal Code.
a.
This is the second reading of this ordinance.
Trustee Minx said this ordinance is pursuant to Plan Commission Case PC 17-11, reported out
at the Board's June 12 meeting by Community and Economic Development Director Nancy
Radzevich.
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B. Trustee Minx: (continued)
b. Trustee Minx said this will allow certain lower -intensity medical and dental/office uses to be
reviewed and approved through an administrative review process, while maintaining the special
use permit requirement for such uses which are more intensive and/or sited in commercial areas
with limited parking supply. The administrative review process would be based on key aspects of
the operation of the business, such as peak number of occupants, parking demands, etc., in the
context of the overall site development and surrounding area. A lower -intensity medical or dental
office use would be permitted if staff determines the use would not have an adverse impact on
adjacent uses, surrounding properties, or public rights-of-way; if an adverse impact would result
from the use, a special use permit would be required.
TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued)
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Trustee Minx moved to adopt Ordinance 17-15, seconded by Trustee Thill.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
Tr. Grear
Tr. Thill
Tr. Minx
Tr. Travis
Tr. Ramos
Tr. Witko
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2. Next, Trustee Minx presented Resolution 17-34, Authorizing the Execution of a Service
Contract Extension With Crystal Management and Maintenance Services Corporation for
Janitorial Cleaning Services.
She said that Resolution 16-35, approved on May 24, 2016, authorized a contract with Crystal
Management and Maintenance Services Corporation for janitorial services for a three-year term
(one year and optional renewal in 2017 and 2018) beginning in 2016. Crystal Management has
performed the work satisfactorily and is able to complete the work. This resolution authorizes
the Village Administrator to execute a Letter of Agreement extending the contract for Crystal
Management and Maintenance Services.
Trustee Minx said that the estimated contract value is $46,080, but since this is a unit price
contract, the final contract amount will be based on the actual quantity of work performed.
a.
b.
Trustee Minx moved, seconded by Trustee Grear, to approve Resolution 17-34.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
Tr. Grear
Tr. ThiIl
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Tr. Travis
Tr. Ramos
Tr. Witko
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3. Trustee Minx then brought forward for a first reading Ordinance 17-18, Approving a Special
Use Permit For a Tavern, Bar, and Cocktail Lounge with Live Music and/or Vocal Enter-
tainment as Accessory Use and Associated Parking Waivers at 5705-07 Dempster Street,
Morton Grove, IL.
a. Trustee Minx said this ordinance is pursuant to Plan Commission Case PC 17-12, reported out
earlier this evening by Community and Economic Development Director Nancy Radzevich. As
this is a first reading, no action will be taken this evening.
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C. Trustee Ramos:
Trustee Ramos had no report.
D. Trustee Thill:
TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued)
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Trustee Thill had no formal report, but gave a brief announcement about the benefits of being
one of the 23 member communities of the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County
(SWANCC). He said that 1,887,085 pounds of electronic waste ($294,145); 46,796 pounds of
batteries ($28,072); 45,700 pounds of fluorescent bulbs ($30,058); 6,240 pounds of pharmaceu-
ticals and 5,026 pounds of sharps (used needles) ($58,274); and 33,467 pounds of holiday lights
have been recycled. Without recycling, these costs would have all ended up in landfills.
Trustee Thill complimented SWANCC on being "the best run organization in the State" and en-
couraged everyone to keep on recycling, because it really helps.
E. Trustee Travis:
1. Trustee Travis thanked everyone who has adopted a planter as part of the Community Relations
Commission's Adopt -A -Planter program and encouraged them to take pictures of their planters
and submit them.
2.
Trustee Travis said the information would be coming out soon about the community -wide garage
sale, which will be held on August 11-13. Anyone who participates will have the Village's garage
sale fee waived. Last year, over 90 households participated.
F. Trustee Witko:
Trustee Witko had no report.
XV.
OTHER BUSINESS
NONE
XVI. WARRANTS
Trustee Travis presented the Warrant Register for June 26, 2017, in the amount of $606,729.78.
She moved that the Warrants be approved as presented. Trustee Witko seconded the motion.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
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Tr. Travis
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WARRANTS (continued)
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a. Trustee Grear commented that the Morton Grove Days fund is in the Warrants now, but that
doesn't mean the Village is "funding" Morton Grove Days. The Morton Grove Days Commission,
which does the fundraising for the event, gives an amount to the Village to offset its costs.
RESIDENTS' COMMENTS
Nancy Lanning wanted to let the Board know that Bill Springborn, a Village resident who was
over 100 years old, passed away. Mayor DiMaria said the Board's thoughts and prayers are with
Mr. Springborn's family.
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ADJOURNMENT
Trustee Minx moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Trustee Thiil
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
Tr. Grear
Tr. ThiII
Tr. Minx
Tr. Travis
The meeting adjourned at 7:39 p.m.
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PASSED this 24th day of July 2017.
Trustee Grear
Trustee Minx
Trustee Ramos
Trustee Thill
Trustee Travis
Trustee Witko
APPROVED by me this 24th day of July 2017.
Daniel P. DiMaria, Village President
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
APPROVED and FILED in my office
this 25th day of July 2017
Eileen Scanlon Harford, Village Clerk
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
Minutes by. Teresa Causer
MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT.
AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE
COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, HELD AT THE
RICHARD T. FLICKINGER MUNICIPAL CENTER
JUNE 29, 2016
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CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Village President Daniel P. DiMaria called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m. in the Richard T.
Flickinger Municipal Center Scanlon Conference Room. After leading the assemblage in the
Pledge of Allegiance, he directed the Clerk to call the roll.
ROLL CALL
Village Clerk Travis called the roll. Present were: Trustees Bill Grear, Rita Minx, Ed Ramos,
John Thill, Connie Travis and Janine Witko.
Also present were Village Administrator Ralph E. Czerwinski, Assistant to the Village Adminis-
trator Tom J. Friel, and Fire Chief Frank Rodgers.
III. Resolution 17-35
Mayor DiMaria stated this special meeting was held to introduce Resolution 17-35 which
would approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the Village and the Morton
Grove Park District regarding the operations and responsibilities for the 2017 Morton
Grove Days Event. There being no discussion, Trustee Thill moved, seconded by Trustee
Witko. Mayor DiMaria called for discussion, there being none Trustee Grear read the purpose
of this document was to provide guidance in the planning and successful operation of the Mor-
ton Grove Days event which will be held from June 30, 2017 through July 4, 2017. No other
comments were made regarding Resolution 17-35. Clerk Scanlon Harford called the roll:
Tr. Grear aye Tr. Minx aye Tr. Ramos aye
Tr. Thill aye Tr. Travis aye Tr. Witko aye
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent
IV. ADJOURNMENT/EXECUTIVE SESSION
There being no further business to come before the Board, Trustee Minx moved to adjourn the
meeting at 5:16 pm. Trustee Witko seconded the motion which was unanimously approved via
voice vote.
PASSED this 24`" day of July 2017.
Trustee Grear
Trustee Minx
Trustee Ramos
Trustee Thill
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Trustee Travis
Trustee Witko
APPROVED by me this 241h day of July 2017.
Daniel P. DiMaria, Village President
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
APPROVED and FILED in my office
this 251h day of July 2017
Eileen Scanlon Harford, Village Clerk
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
Minutes by: Susan Lattanzi
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT
AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE
COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, HELD AT THE
RICHARD T. FLICKINGER MUNICIPAL CENTER
JULY 10, 2017
CALL TO ORDER
I — Village President Daniel P. DiMaria called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. in the Council
V. Chambers of Village Hall and led the assemblage in the Pledge of Allegiance.
VI. Village Clerk Eileen Scanlon Harford called the roll. Present were: Trustees Bill Grear,
Rita Minx, Ed Ramos, John Thill, Connie Travis, and Janine Witko.
VII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the June 26, 2017 were tabled until the Board's July 24'" meeting.
VIII. SPECIAL REPORTS
IX.
NONE
PUBLIC HEARINGS
NONE
X. RESIDENTS' COMMENTS (Agenda Items Only)
NONE
XI. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
1. Mayor DiMaria thanked everyone who came to the Morton Grove Days festival and fireworks and
for making it a very successful event. He also thanked all the volunteers, the Village staff
(especially the Police, Fire, and Public Works personnel), the Park Board, and his fellow Board
members for all of their support and assistance. He said, "It was a great weekend."
2. Mayor DiMaria reminded everyone to make an effort to attend the Police Department's National
Night Out on August 1 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. It's a great way to meet and
greet police personnel and there will be fun, games, and food for the whole family.
XI.
PRESIDENT'S REPORT (continued)
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3. Mayor DiMaria reminded the assemblage the Village has changed the annual cycle for
vehicle stickers and pet licenses. Current 2016/2017 vehicle stickers and pet licenses will be
valid until August 31, 2017. The new 2017/2018 vehicle stickers and pet licenses have been
available for purchase since June 1, 2017. They must be displayed by August 31, 2017. The
cycle will then be August to August going forward. Vehicle stickers and pet licenses can be
purchased by mail, online, or in-person at Village Hall.
4. Mayor DiMaria said a representative of the Metra police would be at the Morton Grove
train station on Thursday, July 27, between 5:40 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. promoting "Operation
Lifesaver Station," part of Metra's ongoing safety education efforts designed to enhance
passenger awareness about the potential hazards of disregarding pedestrian railroad warning
devices. About 50 stations are selected each year, and this year, Morton Grove is one of them.
A team of Metra Safety Department personnel, Metra Police and local police and fire personnel
will engage commuters by handing out printed educational materials explaining the importance
of obeying railroad crossing warning devices and discussing general railroad safety.
XII. CLERK'S REPORT
Clerk Scanlon Harford had no report.
XIII.
A. Village Administrator:
Village Administrator Czerwinski had no report.
STAFF REPORTS
B. Corporation Counsel:
Corporation Counsel Liston had no report.
XIV. TRUSTEES' REPORTS
A. Trustee Grear:
1.
a.
Trustee Grear presented Ordinance 17-16, Amending Title 5, Chapter 13, Article A,
Section 2 Entitled "Two -Way Stop Intersections;" Title 5, Chapter 13, Article A, Section 4
Entitled "Four -Way Stop Intersections;" Title 5, Chapter 13, Article F, Section 1 Entitled
"No Parking Streets;" and Title 5, Chapter 13, Article F, Section 3E Entitled "Time Limit
Parking Zones" of the Municipal Code of the Village of Morton Grove.
This is the second reading of this ordinance.
Trustee Grear said this ordinance will improve traffic safety at Capulina and Ferris Avenues
as well as the on -street parking in this vicinity. Area residents are concerned about the sight
distance between traffic on Capulina and Ferris Avenues. Village staff investigated and
implemented an experimental parking regulation, eliminating the first parking space on the
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XIV.
TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued)
A. Trustee Grear: (continued)
west side of Ferris Avenue north and south of Capulina Avenue. The Village notified affected
residents and businesses of this temporary change and requested their feedback. The feedback
supported the improved sight distances, but noted concerns about the reduction in on -street
parking. The Traffic Safety Commission then reviewed the matter to see if the change should be
made permanent. Village staff recommended installing a four-way stop to provide a higher level
of traffic control and maintain the on -street parking supply. The Traffic Safety Commission
recommended the four-way stop.
2.
a.
Trustee Grear moved to adopt Ordinance 17-16, seconded by Trustee Minx.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
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Next, Trustee Grear presented Ordinance 17-17, Amending Title 5, Chapter 13, Article D,
Section 1 Entitled "No Entry Streets Declared" and Title 5, Chapter 13, Article J, Section 2
Entitled "No Right Turn" of the Municipal Code of the Village of Morton Grove.
This is the second reading of this ordinance.
Trustee Grear said this ordinance will eliminate turning regulations on Austin Avenue which
prohibit entry onto side streets intersecting with Austin Avenue during certain times on certain
days. Village staff identified these turn restrictions and noted they did not seem to provide
beneficial control of traffic.
Trustee Grear moved, seconded by Trustee Witko, to adopt Ordinance 17-17.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
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3. Trustee Grear echoed Mayor DiMaria's comments about the Morton Grove Days festival, adding
that he's finally gotten his voice back.
B. Trustee Minx:
1. Trustee Minx presented Ordinance 17-18, Approving a Special Use Permit For a Tavern,
Bar, and Cocktail Lounge with Live Music and/or Vocal Entertainment as Accessory Use
and Associated Parking Waivers at 5705-07 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL.
This is the second reading of this ordinance.
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B. Trustee Minx: (continued)
a. Trustee Minx said this ordinance was pursuant to Plan Commission Case 17-12, reported on
at the Board's June 26`h meeting by Director of Community and Economic Development Nancy
Radzevich.
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b. All Inn, Inc. (the Applicant) is looking to expand their existing bar at 5707 Dempster with the
adjacent space at 5705 Dempster. They will add a stage to allow for live music, DJs, karaoke,
and other similar types of entertainment.
c. All Inn has operated its current bar for the past three years and is proposing to remove a portion
of the existing wall between their current space and the vacant space next door by adding a
12 -foot by 11 -foot stage as well as tables and chairs for 30 additional patrons. With the
expanded facility, the Applicant is proposing to have live musical entertainment approximately
three nights a week (generally, Fridays and Saturdays, plus one week night) and host bingo,
karaoke and/or similar events on various weeknights. The hours of operation would remain the
same: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 2:00 am; Saturday, 8:00 am to 3:00 am; and Sunday,
11:00 am to 2:00 am.
d. All Inn is proposing that the increased parking demand generated from the expanded facility can
be handled by a combination of available onsite parking spaces, public parking spaces along
Major Avenue and in the municipal parking lot across Dempster Street, as well as leased spaces
at 5708 Dempster via a valet parking service.
e. Trustee Minx said Lisa Cosentino, representing All Inn, testified at the Plan Commission hearing
that All Inn intends to use two of the existing onsite parking spaces immediately adjacent to the
building as the staging area for pick-up and drop-off of the vehicles. Vehicles would then exit
onto Major Avenue to be parked at the rented parking spaces at 5708 Dempster. The traffic
consultant found that there would be sufficient parking to accommodate this request.
f. All Inn has designed the expanded facility to minimize sound escaping the premises by utilizing
sound -absorbing materials in the proposed flooring, ceiling and furniture, and will place the
majority of the speakers in locations where the sound would be projected forward, away from the
rear of the facility, which is where residences are located. The existing rear door on the 5705
Dempster side, where the entertainment will be, will not be available for patrons to enter or exit;
but patrons could still use the rear door at 5707 Dempster.
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h.
The Plan Commission recommended approval of this request unanimously, and Trustee Minx
moved to adopt Ordinance 17-18.
Trustee Witko seconded the motion.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
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Trustee Grear noted that Lisa's father hasn't been feeling well, and said that hopefully this will
put a smile on his face.
Mayor DiMaria wished Lisa good luck and extended good wishes to her dad.
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XIV.
B. Trustee Minx: (continued)
TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued)
2. Next, Trustee Minx introduced Ordinance 17-19, An Ordinance Approving a Special Use
Permit for a Medical and Dental Office/Clinic at 5818 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL.
a. She said that Dr. Spiro Karras filed an application for a special use permit for a Medical and
Dental Office/Clinic at 5818 Dempster Street. He plans to move his practice of 20 years from
Lincolnwood to Morton Grove. The proposed hours for the facility are: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Mondays through Thursdays; 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Fridays, along with two Saturdays
per month from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Dr. Karras will initially have a staff of five (1 doctor and
4 support staff), and intends to increase it to a staff of eight (2 doctors and 6 support staff)
over the next few years. At full capacity, the office is expected to accommodate an average of
15 to 18 patients per day (weekdays).
Trustee Minx said, per the Unified Development Code, the required number of parking spaces
for this development is 11. Dr. Karras hired AES Services to complete a traffic and parking
report. They determined, based on the property use, the proposed facility would have a peak
demand of 12 spaces, which can be accommodated through a combination of 6 onsite parking
spaces as well as available public parking spaces along Mansfield and within the municipal
parking lot, across Dempster Street. AES concluded that the combination of onsite and available
public parking spaces should accommodate the parking demand for this use.
Trustee Minx said this special use application was reviewed by Village departments and by the
Traffic Safety Commission (TSC). The TSC raised some questions about the traffic report, and a
revised site plan and traffic report was submitted in response to their questions. As there are no
proposed changes to the facade, the Appearance Commission's review was not required. The
Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval of this application, with conditions.
Trustee Minx stated this is the first reading of this ordinance, so no action would be taken this
evening.
C. Trustee Ramos:
b.
c.
Trustee Ramos had no report, but thanked the Morton Grove Days Commission for a job well
done, and thanked the residents and businesses who participated in the parade for doing so.
D. Trustee Thill:
Trustee ThiII had no report.
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E. Trustee Travis:
1. Trustee Travis presented for a first reading Ordinance 17-20, An Ordinance Establishing the
Prevailing Rate of Wages for Laborers, Mechanics, and Other Workers in the Village of
Morton Grove Employed in Performing Construction of Public Works for the Village.
a. She explained the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act requires a contractor and subcontractor to pay
laborers, workers, and mechanics employed on public works projects no less than the
general prevailing rate of wages as established by the Village. "Public Works," as defined by
the Act, means all fixed works constructed by any public body or paid for wholly or in part out of
public funds. Each year during the month of June, the Act requires the Village to investigate and
ascertain the prevailing rate of wages.
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b. Trustee Travis said this ordinance adopts the prevailing wage rates established by the
Illinois Department of Labor for Cook County, Illinois as the prevailing wage rates for public
works projects in Morton Grove. These rates are determined by the Illinois Department of Labor
and are posted at www.illinois.gov/idol. Upon passage of this ordinance, the Act further requires
the Village to post these rates or make them available for inspection by any interested party;
file a certified copy of the Ordinance with the Illinois Department of Labor; and post a public
notice of these rates in a newspaper of general circulation within the Village.
c. Trustee Travis noted Village staff has requested the Board waive the second reading of this
Ordinance so submission could be made to the Illinois Department of Labor in a timely manner.
Trustee Travis moved to waive the second reading of Ordinance 17-20, seconded by Trustee
Minx.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
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Trustee Travis then moved to adopt Ordinance 17-20, seconded by Trustee Thill.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
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Trustee Travis said the Community Relations Commission is sponsoring a community -wide
2. garage sale that will be held, rain or shine, on August 11, 12, and 13. Residents who want to be
included in this community -wide event must register by August 2 on the Village's website or by
coming to Village Hall. The Village will waive its garage sale permit fee and will also provide a
map of all the households participating in the garage sale. You can register for all three days, or
just one or two of the days. Maps will be posted online on August 7.
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E. Trustee Travis: (continued)
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TRUSTEES' REPORTS (continued)
Trustee Travis encouraged everyone to attend the Family Fest Peace Vigil on August 19 at the
grassy area just north of the Morton Grove Civic Center. The peace vigil begins at 11:30 a.m.
and will celebrate the beauty and diversity of Morton Grove. Face painting, chalk drawing, and a
traveling peace mural will be on hand. She urged everyone to come and help lift up and spread
hope for continued harmony in the Village, and beyond.
4. Trustee Travis said the Community Relations Commission's Summer Photo Contest has begun
and will end on September 4. She encouraged people to post pictures they may have of the July
4 festivities, noting that up to five photos may be submitted to crc@mortongroveil.org. Pictures
may also be dropped off at Village Hall.
F. Trustee Witko:
1. Trustee Witko presented for a first reading Ordinance 17-21, Amending Title 5, "Motor Vehi-
cles and Traffic," Chapter 1, Entitled "Traffic Administration and Enforcement," Section 4,
Entitled "Experimental or Temporary Regulations" of the Village of Morton Grove
Municipal Code.
a. She explained that Ordinance will amend the Village's Code, Section 5-1-4, to allow
experimental and/or temporary traffic regulations from up to 90 days to up to and not exceed
180 days.
Trustee Witko said this is the first reading of this ordinance, and no action will be taken this
evening.
XV. OTHER BUSINESS
NONE
XVI. WARRANTS
Trustee Travis presented the Warrant Register for July 10, 2017, in the amount of $541,284.20.
She moved the Warrants be approved as presented. Trustee Thill seconded the motion.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
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RESIDENTS' COMMENTS
Bonita LoGuidice appeared before the Board to ask if it was okay to raise pigeons on your own
property in Morton Grove. Mr. Czerwinski said he would get back to her with a response and
asked if she was inquiring about anything specifically. Ms. LoGuidice said she'd prefer not to
say at this time. Mayor DiMaria urged Ms. LoGuidice to work with Mr. Czerwinski to get the issue
resolved.
ADJOURNMENT
Trustee Minx moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Trustee Witko.
Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nays.
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The meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m.
PASSED this 24th day of July of 2017
Trustee Grear
Trustee Minx
Trustee Ramos
Trustee Thill
Trustee Travis
Trustee Witko
APPROVED by me this 24th day of July of 2017
Daniel P. DiMaria, Village President
Board of Trustees, Morton Grove, Illinois
APPROVED and FILED in my office this 25th day of July of 2017
Eileen Scanlon Harford, Village Clerk
Village of Morton Grove, Cook County, Illinois
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Community & Economic Development Department
MORTON GROVE
Incredibly Close k Amazingly Open
To: Village President and Board of Trustees
From: Steve Blonz, Chairperson, Plan Commission
Nancy Radzevich, AICP, Community and Economic Development irector
Dominick A. Argumedo, AICP, Zoning Administrator/Land-Use Planner C1
Date: July 18, 2017
Re: Plan Commission Case PC17-13: Request for approval of a
Preliminary/Final Plat of Vacation of a 2,249 -sq. ft. portion of the Capulina
Avenue Right of Way, located immediately west of Narragansett Avenue
and east of the Metra right of way, in accordance with Title 12, Chapter 9
of the Morton Grove Unified Development Code (Ordinance 07-07)
Commission Report
Public Notice
The Village of Morton Grove provided Public Notice for the June 19, 2017 Plan Commission
public hearing for PC 17-13 in accordance with the Unified Development Code. The Pioneer
Press published the public notice on June 1, 2017, and the Village notified surrounding property
owners via mail on June 2, 2011 and placed a public notice sign on the subject property on
June 9, 2017.
Overview of the Application
The Village of Morton Grove is requesting approval of a Plat of Vacation for a 2,249 -sq. ft.
portion of a public right of way located immediately west of Narragansett Avenue and east of
the Metra right of way.
The proposed portion of right of way to be vacated will be incorporated into the overall
redevelopment plan for the municipally owned properties located south of Capulina and west of
Ferris, which is collectively known as "Site B" in the Village of Morton Grove Lehigh Ferris
Framework Plan, dated January 27, 2009 (Ord.09-01). Under the current proposed
development plan from Lexington Homes through PC17-14, the proposed vacated right of way
will be utilized to provide a much needed visitor parking lot for the proposed 36 -unit townhome
Planned Unit Development. (PUD).
June 19, 2017 Public Hearing
Ms. Nancy Radzevich, Community and Economic Development Director, introduced the case and
summarized the Plan Commission staff report dated June 15, 2017, which was entered, in its
entirety, into the public record. (Attachment 1)
Chairperson Blonz asked for questions from Commissioners. There were no questions from the
Commissioners.
Chairperson Blonz asked if there was anyone present that wanted to be heard.
There was no response.
Chairperson Blonz called for a motion to approve Case PC 17-13.
Commissioner Dorgan moved to approve Case PC 16-07, an application for approval of a Plat of
Vacation for a 2,249 -sq. ft. area of the Capulina Avenue Right of Way, located immediately west
of Narragansett Avenue and east of the Metra Right of Way, in accordance with Section 12-9-5
of the Morton Grove Unified Development Code (Ordinance 07-07), with the following
conditions:
1. The Plat shall be recorded in accordance with Section 12-9-5:B.5 of the Unified
Development Code.
Commissioner Gabriel seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously (5-0, Khan and Gillespie Absent)
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MORTOOVE
Incredibly Close 4 Amazingly Open
To: Chairperson Blonz and Members of the Pian Commission
From: Nancy Radzevich, AICP, Community & Economic Development Director
Dominick Argumedo, AICP, Zoning Administrator/Land-Use Planner
Date: June 15, 2017
Re: PC 17-13— Application for approval of a Preliminary/Final Plat of
Vacation of a 2,249 sq. ft. area of the Capulina Avenue Right of Way,
located directly to the west of Narragansett Avenue and east of the
Metra right of way, in accordance with Title 12, Chapter 9 of Ordinance
07-07 (Village of Morton Grove Unified Development Code)
STAFF REPORT
public Notice
The Village of Morton Grove provided Public Notice for the June 19, 2017 Plan Commission
public hearing for PC 17-13 in accordance with the Unified Development Code. The Pioneer
Press published the public notice on June 1, 2017, and the Village notified surrounding property
owners via mail on June 2, 2017 and placed a public notice sign on the subject property on
June 9, 2017.
Request Summary
Property Background
The Village of Morton Grove is requesting approval of a Preliminary/Final Plat of Vacation for a
2,249 sq. ft. portion of a public right of way located directly to the west of Narragansett Avenue
and east of the Metra Right of Way along the train tracks.
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Right of Way Vacation Context Map (Vacation area in Red, "Site B" in Blue)
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The proposed portion of right of way to be vacated will be incorporated into the overall
redevelopment plan for the municipally owned properties located south of Capulina and west of
Ferris and is shown on the above map, outlined in Blue, which is collectively known as "Site B"
in the Village of Morton Grove Lehigh Ferris Framework Plan, dated January 27, 2009 (Ord.09-
01). The proposed area for vacation will provide additional land area needed to create much
needed visitor parking lot for the proposed 36 -unit townhome Planned Unit Development
proposed by Lexington homes, in PC 17-14.
Adjacent Sites and Uses
The properties that immediately abut the proposed vacated area include: vacant municipally
owned property ("Site B') to the south, Metra right of way to the west, an existing multi -family
residential development to the north, and the intersection of Narragansett and Capulina
Avenues is directly to the east.
Discussion
Comprehensive Plan
The Lehigh Ferris Framework Plan had proposed that "Site B" could be developed as higher
density residential, based on its proximity to the Village's proposed future downtown along
Lincoln and Lehigh Avenues and the train station. The vacation of this portion of the public right
of way will allow for and better facilitate the redevelopment of "Site B" with a comprehensive
redevelopment plan. In addition, the Village has no plans to utilize this property to extend
Capulina Avenue. Prior to finalizing this Plat of Vacation, village staff will ensure compliance
with all relevant Sections of 12-9-5 of the Unified Development Code.
Recommendation
Staff suggests the following motion for the Plan Commission:
Plan Commission recommends approval of the Preliminary/Final Plat of Vacation for
the 2,299 sq. ft portion of the Capulina Avenue public right of way located
immediately west of Narragansett Avenue and east of the Metra right of way, subject
to the following condition:
1. The Plat shall be approved and recorded in accordance with Section 12-9-5:B. of
the Unified Development Code,
Attachments:
Application and related materials
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MORTON GROVE
To: Village President and Board of Trustees
From: Steven Blonz, Chairperson, Plan Commission
Nancy Radzevich, AICP, Community and Economic Development Director.
Dominick A. Argumedo, AICP, Zoning Administrator/Land-Use Planner ( 7
Date: July 14, 2017
Incredibly Close At Amazingly Open
Re: Plan Commission Case PC17-14: Request for a Planned Unit Development
(PUD) comprised of 36 attached dwellings (townhomes) in a total of 7
buildings on an approximately 2.0 acre parcel of land, per Title 12, Chapter 6
of Ordinance 07-07 (Village of Morton Grove Unified Development Code)
with waivers to density and dimensional controls, as needed, and approval of
Preliminary and Final Plats of Subdivision in accordance with Title 12,
Chapter 8 of Ordinance 07-07 on a 2.0 acre parcel of land located at the
southwest corner of Capulina and Ferris Avenues in Mouton Grove, IL
Commission Report
Public Notice
The Village of Morton Grove provided Public Notice for the June 19, 2017 Plan Commission public
hearing for PC 17-14 in accordance with the Unified Development Code. The Pioneer Press
published the public notice on June 1, 2017, and the Village notified surrounding property owners
via mail on June 2, 2017 and placed a public notice sign on the subject property on June 9, 2017.
Property Background
The 2.0 -acre subject property is located at the southwest corner of Capulina and Ferris Avenues
and is a Village owned vacant parcel. The proposed development site includes a 2,249 sq. ft.
portion of Village owned, unimproved right of way, located west of Narragansett Avenue and east
of the Metra right of way, proposed for vacation through PC 17-13. The subject property, made up
of multiple parcels, was purchased by the Village of Morton Grove over a period of about 4+/ -
years, from 2005-2009, utilizing funds available in the Lehigh -Ferris Tax Increment Finance (TIF)
District. The overall property is in the CR Commercial Residential District.
Overview of the Application
Lexington Homes ("Applicant') is seeking approval of a Planned Unit Development (PUD)
consisting of 36 attached dwellings (townhomes) in a total of 7 buildings. The proposed townhome
development is designed with three buildings consisting of five (5) attached townhomes, two
buildings with four (4) attached townhomes, and one building each of six (6) and seven (7)
attached townhomes. Each townhome is proposed to have a two (2) car garage and 2-1/2 floors of
living space. The townhomes will range in size from 1,800 sq. ft. to 2,000 sq. ft. The units have
been designed to include up to 3 -bedrooms, but the developer has allowed for some flexibility in
the unit layout, based on market demand at time of construction/sale.
In addition to the two garage parking spaces per unit, the overall development includes seventeen
(17) on-site visitor parking spaces. In addition, six (6) on—street parking spaces will be provided on
the south side of Capulina Avenue, immediately north of the proposed development, which will be
open for use by all area residents and visitors, but will be time restricted to discourage all day
parking by Metra riders.
Lexington Homes designed the development to accommodate vehicular access to/from the site via
Capulina Avenue. An internal private road provides access to the 36 units and to 9 of the visitor
parking spaces, while the visitor parking lot at the northwest corner of the site is accessed directly
from Capulina and Narragansett Avenues. The development includes sidewalks along the
townhomes to facilitate pedestrian movements both within the development and to the
surrounding neighborhood.
The proposed development complies with all of the dimensional controls for attached dwellings
except the maximum permitted density and maximum permitted lot coverage. Through the
PUD/Special Use process, Applicant is seeking approval, through Section 12-5-7:E, that allows up
to 18 units per acre in the CR District by special use and a waiver to the 65% maximum allowed
lot coverage to allow for up to 80% lot coverage.
In conjunction with the Special Use Permit for the Planned Unit Development, the Applicant is also
seeking approval of an eight (8) lot subdivision in order to create seven (7) building lots around
each of the individual townhome structures and an eighth lot, which would encompass all the
common space for the development including driveways, detention areas, etc. According to the
Applicant, the proposed subdivision is intended to allow for ease of sale of the thirty-six (36)
townhomes as "fee simple ownership". According to the American Bar Association website, "...the
most common form (of ownership) is fee simple. It's also the most complete, because, in theory,
titles in fee simple are valid forever...People who own property in a fee simple form may sell it,
rent it out, transfer it to their heirs, and to some extent limit its use in the future."
Although the overall development complies with the setback requirements, the proposed creation
of eight (8) individual lots necessitates some additional technical relief from the CR Commercial
Residential land use regulations.
June 19, 2017 Public Hearing
Ms. Nancy Radzevich, Community and Economic Development Director, introduced the case and
summarized the Plan Commission staff report dated June 15, 2017, which was entered, in its
entirety, into the public record. (Attachment 1). Ms. Radzevich noted that the property historically
included commercial/industrial uses and over time, the activities related to those businesses
resulted in some environmental site issues. After purchasing these properties, the Village
demolished the existing structures, and over the past several years, partially funded by Brownfield
Remediation Fund Grants, the Village has had environmental consultants testing and evaluating
the types and extent of the environmental contamination.
She continued that Lexington Homes had originally filed for approval of a 34 unit townhome
development in fall of 2016, however, that application was withdrawn due to the discovery of
some additional site development challenges and unexpectedly high costs associated with the
required utility relocation work. After additional discussions with the Village regarding the projected
costs for development, staff suggested including two more units to help offset some of the
additional development costs. Due to the limited availability of public street parking, staff also
worked with the developer to identify opportunities to provide some much-needed visitor parking.
Lexington Homes developed the current plan based on discussions with Village staff and these
modifications to the plans have resulted in the need for additional approvals/waivers for density
and lot coverage.
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The Plan Commission Secretary swore in the Lexington Walk development team, including: William
Rotolo, Vice President of Land Acquisitions, and John Agenlian, Director of Land Development,
both with Lexington Homes; Lawrence Freedman, attorney with Ash, Anos, Freedman & Logan
LLC; Todd Shaffer, Principal with Haeger Engineering; Karl Krogstad, President of Krogstad Land
Design Limited; Luay Aboona Principal with Kenig, Lindgren, O'Hara, Aboona, Inc; Jon Nelson
Principal with Jen Land LLC; and Jay Cox, Project Manager with BSB Design. Members provided an
overview of the project pertaining to their specific discipline.
Chairperson Blonz asked if there were any questions from the Commissioners. Commissioner
Gabriel asked how the utilities would be added to each unit. Todd Shaffer, project engineer, noted
that utilities would be added in a similar manner to the recently completed Lexington Station
townhome; each unit would have separate water and utility feeds that will be buried. The gas,
electric and phone service will be designed by the specific public utility companies.
Chairperson Blonz asked for an explanation on how the project's drainage would be handled on
site. Mr. Shaffer explained that drainage would be in a storm underground detention vault, which
would be located in the site's courtyard. All of the onsite storm sewers are designed for 100 year
storms and storm water discharge will go directly into a storm sewer that goes west to the river.
Commissioner Shimanski asked about snow removal on the site. Mr. Cox said the homeowners
association will set the rules and if necessary, the Association will haul off the snow. Mr. Cox
stated that it would not be put in the parking spaces.
Commissioner Gabriel asked if the trash and fire trucks had adequate room to access the site. Mr.
Cox stated that the team completed an analysis of truck turning radii to show that such vehicles
could adequately maneuver within the site.
Chairperson Blonz inquired about the proposed retention wall along the railroad tracks. Mr. Shaffer
explained the wall design will be dictated by the design of the footings for the fence along the rear
property line. The privacy fence will be designed for a high wind load and the final engineering has
not been completed as yet.
Chairperson Blonz asked about the lighting plan specifically at the perimeter of the property. Ms.
Radzevich stated that the final plan will need to meet Village Code requirements and be finalized
closer to and before a final building is issued. Ms. Radzevich noted that proposed lighting should
be as dose to zero as possible with exception of the main entrance and submittal and approval of
such a final lighting plan could be added as a condition of approval at the time of approval and
issuance of building permits. Mr. Nelson clarified that there is a light pole on the northwest corner
to light the roadway and the intersection at Capulina and Ferris and the light associated from that
light pole would also require a spill over, across the property line and onto the public right of way.
Commissioner Farkas asked about the contamination and if staff knows how it happened. Ms.
Radzevich replied there was a history of commercial and manufacturing uses on this site and over
time various chemicals and materials were dumped in this area. The area at the northwest corner
of the site has the highest concentration of contamination.
Chairperson Blonz asked if there was anyone present that wanted to be heard.
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Mr. Steve Gubin, 8630 Ferris, stated that he opposed the development and feels there will be a
great impact on area traffic particularly with the new three -unit townhome development at the
northeast corner of Capulina and Ferris and the new Morretti's Restaurant, along with a newly
reopened Burt's Place restaurant, down the street. He stated he felt there are already traffic and
parking problems in the area. He further noted that the closest street with no special parking
permits is 4 blocks away. Mr. Gubin requested if the plan commission recommends to approve this
case, that it restrict the development to 32 units that is permitted by code, or reduce the units
further in consideration of the current residents that live in the area and will be affected by parking
problems.
Mr. William McFadden, 8634 Narragansett, asked why are there so many waivers being requested.
Mr. Steve Helfrich, 8638 Narragansett, concurred with Mr. Grubin and stated this area is too dense
and there is not enough parking.
Mr. Freedman responded to the residents comments. He noted that the additional approvals and
waivers requested are related to added expense associatd with the redevelopment of this site. The
additional units were added to help offset some of the added development costs. The Village's
code allows 18 units per acre per special use, which the proposal does not exceed. He further
noted that the waiver for lot coverage is related to the extra visitor parking. While the initial plan
included enough parking to meet the basic code requirements, the additional visitor parking area is
being provided at the request of the Village. He also spoke regarding the requested waivers as a
result of the proposed subdivision. In order to achieve the fee simple concept, to facilitate the sale
of units, lots are being created that subsequently need setback waivers but do not change the
overall concept or development plan for the entire development.
Mr. Cox also addressed the concern about the project density. He noted that the CR zone was
established to create high density multifamily residents in this area and that this site was originally
earmarked for even more density than what is being proposed, in the Lehigh/Ferris Area Plan.
Commissioner Shimanski asked if there are any waivers for parking regulations. Ms. Radzevich
stated there are no requests for parking waivers as the on-site parking exceed the minimum
requirements in the Villages regulations.
Commissioner Farkas moved to approve Case PC 17-14, request for approval of a Planned Unit
Development (PUD) comprised of 36 attached dwellings (townhomes) in a total of 7 buildings on
an approximately 2.0 acre parcel of land, per Title 12, Chapter 6 of Ordinance 07-07 (Village of
Morton Grove Unified Development Code) with waivers to density and dimensional controls, as
needed, and approval of Preliminary and Final Plats of Subdivision in accordance with Title 12,
Chapter 8 of Ordinance 07-07 on a 2.0 acre parcel of land located at the southwest corner of
Capulina and Ferris Avenues in Morton Grove, IL with the conditions presented in the staff report
as well as additional conditions that the snow be cleared from the roadways and parking spaces,
within a reasonable timeframe, and the final lighting plan be designed in accordance with the
ordinance requirement, except that the light may exceed the ordinance requirement at the NE
corner of the site to allow for the installation of lighting for the adjacent intersection.
Commissioner Gabriel seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously 5-0 (Gillespie and
Khan absent).
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Community & Economic Development Department
MORTON /GROVE
Incredibly Close u Amazingly Open
To: Chairperson Blonz and Members of the Plan Commission
From: Nancy Radzevich, AICP, Community and Economic Development Director
Dominick A. Argumedo, AICP, Zoning Administrator/Land-Use Planner
Date: June 15, 2017
Re: Plan Commission Case PC 17-14: Lexington Homes, request for a Planned
Unit Development (PUD) comprised of 36 attached dwellings
(townhomes) in a total of 7 buildings on an approximately 2.0 acre parcel
of land, per Title 12, Chapter 6 of Ordinance 07-07 (Village of Morton
Grove Unified Development Code) with waivers to density and
dimensional controls, as needed, and approval of Preliminary and Final
Plats of Subdivision in accordance with Title 12, Chapter 8 of Ordinance
07-07 on a 2.0 acre parcel of land located at the southwest corner of
Capulina and Ferris Avenues in Morton Grove, IL
STAFF REPORT
Public Notice
The Village provided public notice of PC 17-14 for the June 19, 2017 Plan Commission public
hearing in accordance with the Unified Development Code. The Pioneer Press published the
public notice on June 1, 2017, and the Village mailed letters notifying surrounding property
owners on June 2, 2017 and a public notice sign was placed on the subject property on June 9,
2017.
Background
The Subject Property
The 2.0 acre subject property is located at the southwest corner of Capulina and Ferris Avenues
and is a Village owned vacant parcel. The proposed development site includes a 2,249 sq. ft.
portion of Village owned, unimproved right of way, located west of Narragansett Avenue and
east of the Metra right of way, proposed for vacation through PC 17-13.
The subject property, made up of multiple parcels, was purchased by the Village of Morton
Grove over a period of about 4+/- years, from 2005-2009, utilizing funds available in the
Lehigh -Ferris Tax Increment Finance (TIF) District. The property historically included
commercial/industrial uses and over time the activities related to those businesses resulted in
some environmental site issues. After purchasing these properties, the Village demolished the
existing structures, and over the past several years, partially funded by Brownfield Remediation
Fund Grants, the Village has had environmental consultants testing and evaluating the types
and extent of the environmental contamination. In the spring of 2015, the Village's consultants
completed the Comprehensive Site Investigation Report (CSIR) and Remediation Objectives
Report (ROP) and filed that combined document for approval with the Illinois Environmental
Protection Agency (IEPA). After responding to requests for clarifications and supplemental
information, the IEPA approved the amended CSIR and ROP in late 2015.
Concurrent with all of the environmental investigation work, Village staff had been actively
soliciting developers for this site for the past several years. Although some developers had
expressed varying levels of interest, it wasn't until after the IEPA approved the CSIR and ROP,
that the developers could provide more complete proposals and the Village could complete their
evaluation of and move forward with a development proposal for this site.
Staff notes that Lexington Homes had originally filed for approval of a 34 unit townhome
development in fall of 2016, however, that application was withdrawn due to the discovery of
some additional site development challenges and unexpectedly high costs associated with the
required utility relocation work. After additional discussions with Village staff regarding the
projected costs for development, Village staff suggested including two more units to help offset
some of the additional development costs. Further, due to the limited availability of public
street parking, staff also worked with the developer to identify opportunities to provide much
needed visitor parking. The current plan was developed by Lexington Homes based on
discussions with Village staff.
The Surrounding Area
The overall subject property is zoned CR Commercial Residential District. The properties to the
north, across Capulina, are improved with an 65 -unit townhome development and a five -story
mufti -family residential structure, the properties to east primarily include single and some
scattered two family residences, and the properties to the south are improved with one single
family residence and a 5 -story multi -family residential structure. A new three (3) unit
townhome development is currently under construction to the northeast, diagonally across the
intersection of Capulina and Ferris Avenues. The site is abutted to the west by railroad tracks
and associated right-of-way. (See Context Map below and Zoning Map on Page 18).
CAPULINA FERRIS AVENUE CONTEXT MAP
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Overview of the Application
Townhome Development
Lexington Homes ("Applicant") is seeking approval of a Planned Unit Development (PUD)
consisting of 36 attached dwellings (townhomes) in a total of 7 buildings. The proposed
townhome development is designed with three buildings consisting of five (5) attached
townhomes, two buildings with four (4) attached townhomes, and one building each of six (6)
and seven (7) attached townhomes Each townhome is proposed to have a two (2) car garage
and 2-1/2 floors of living space. The townhomes will range in size from 1,800 sq. ft. to 2,000 sq.
ft. The units have been designed to include up to 3 -bedrooms, but the developer has allowed
for some flexibility in the unit layout, based on market demand at time of construction/sale.
Each townhome will have two garage parking spaces and the overall development includes
seventeen (17) on-site visitor parking spaces. In addition, the developer will add six (6) on—
street parking spaces on the south side of Capulina Avenue, immediately north of the proposed
development, which will be open for use by all area residents and visitors, but will be time
restricted to discourage all day parking by Metra riders.
In their submitted Preliminary Stormwater Management Report, dated May 31, 2017, the
Applicant states that the proposal will comply with Village stormwater detention requirements
and that the development will comply with Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Watershed
Management requirements for volume control.
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Site Access/Circulation
The development has been designed to accommodate vehicular access to/from the site via
Capulina Avenue. An internal private road provides access to the 36 units and to 9 of the visitor
parking spaces, while the visitor parking lot at the northwest corner of the site is accessed
directly from Capulina and Narragansett Avenues.
The development includes sidewalks along the townhomes to facilitate pedestrian movements
both within the development and to the surrounding neighborhood.
Subdivision
In conjunction with the Special Use Permit for the Planned Unit Development, the Applicant is
also seeking approval of an eight (8) lot subdivision in order to create seven (7) building lots
around each of the individual townhome structures and an eighth lot, which would encompass
all the common space for the development including driveways, detention areas, etc. According
to the Applicant, the proposed subdivision is intended to allow for ease of sale of the thirty six
(36) townhomes as "fee simple ownership," while remaining in compliance with the Plat Act of
the Illinois Compiled Statutes (76 ILCS 204, sec. 1(a)). According to the American Bar
Association website, "...the most common form (of ownership) is fee simple. It's also the most
complete, because, in theory, titles in fee simple are valid forever...People who own property in
a fee simple form may sell it, rent it out, transfer it to their heirs, and to some extent limit its
use in the future."
Zoning Analvs's/Variations Requested
The following table provides a comparison of the proposed development against the relevant
dimensional controls:
DIMENSION
AL CONTROL
ORDINANCE
REQUIREMENT
PROPOSED
COMMENT
Lot Size for
PUD Eligibility
1 acre minimum
(Sec. 12-6-3:D.4)
Site is 2.0 acres
Compliant
Front Yard
15 ft.
(Sec. 12-5-7:C)
15 ft. Capulina Avenue
15 ft. Ferris Avenue
Compliant
Compliant
Side Yard
5 ft.
(Sec. 12-5-7:C)
10 ft. from South
property line
Compliant
Rear Yard
5 ft.
(Sec. 12-5-7:C)
10 ft.
Compliant
Compliant
Building Height
40 ft.
(Sec. 12-4-3:E)
33.5 ft.
Compliant
Maximum
Permitted
Density
16 units per acre
(Sec. 12-5-7:C)
18 units per acre
Waiver to a//ow for 4
additional dwelling
units
Maximum Lot
Coverage
65% maximum
(Sec. 12-5-7:C)
80%
15% waiver required
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As shown in the table above, the proposed development complies with all of the dimensional
controls for attached dwellings except the maximum permitted density and maximum permitted
lot coverage. The Applicant is seeking approval of the following waivers as part of the special
use for the Planned Unit Development:
• Section 12-5-7:C.: A waiver of 2 units per acre to the maximum 16 acres per acre
requirement (Section 12-5-7:C) to allow for a total of 36 units; and
• Section 12 -S -7:C.: A wavier of 15% to the 65% maximum allowed lot coverage to allow
for up to 80% lot coverage
As previously noted, the proposed increase in density is a direct result of some extraordinary
development costs associated with this site and the suggestion by Village staff to add two units
to help offset some of those costs. Further, the request to exceed the maximum permitted lot
coverage is directly related to both the increased number of units as well as the Village's
request for the developer to maximize the number of on-site visitor parking spaces.
Subdivided Lots
Although the overall development complies with the setback requirements, the proposed
creation of eight (8) individual lots necessitates some additional technical relief from the CR
Commercial Residential land use regulations (Section 12-5-7:C). While the nature of the
individual waiver relief per subdivided lot may seem high, it is important to take into
consideration that the overall development plan only includes two waivers to the dimensional
controls, as noted above. As previously noted, Section 12-6-3:E of the Unified Development
Code allows the Plan Commission to recommend and the Village Board of Trustees to approve
modifications to and exceptions from regulations governing setback, height, off street parking
and loading, lighting, signage, and subdivision design standards, density and floor area ratio.
The submitted preliminary and final plats of subdivision meet all Section 12-8 Unified
Development Code requirements except Section 12-8-4:B.3., which requires that all lots abut on
a publicly dedicated street. Lots 5, 6, and 7 will only abut the internal road, which will be a
private street, and as such, the Applicant requests a waiver from Section 12-8-4.B.3 for those
three lots.
Proposed Subdivided Lots
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Lot Size
No. of Units / Lot
Lot 1
0.13893 acre
5
Lot 2
0.13893 acre
5
Lot 3
0.16415 acre
6
Lot 4
0.13907 acre
5
Lot 5
0.18525 acre
7
Lot 6
0.11242 acre
4
Lot 7
0.11242 acre
4
Lot 8
1.01165 acre
0
Total
2.00283 acres
36
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ZONING OVERVIEW- LOT 1 (Five Unit Attached Townhome Buildin
DIMENSIONAL
CONTROL
PROPOSED
REQUIRED/
PERMITTED
WAIVER/SPECIAL
USE/ PUD
REQUEST FOR
LOT 1
OVERALL
PROPOSED
LEXINGTON
WALK
DEVELOPMENT
Minimum Lot
Width
120 ft.
60 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C
N/A -compliant
270 ft.
Front Yard
Setback
3 ft.
15 ft. (Sec; 12-
5-7-C)
Waiver of 12 ft.
15 ft. Capulina
15 ft. Ferris
Side (west)
3 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 2 ft.
10 ft. (south)
Side (east)
5.68 ft.
5 ft.
N/A- compliant
NA
Rear
0 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 5 ft.
10 ft.
Maximum
Building Height
33.5 ft.
40 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C)
N/A -compliant
33.5 ft.
Lot Coverage
90%
Up to 65% (Sec:
12-5-7-C)
Waiver of 25%
80%, waiver of
15% requested
ZONING OVERVIEW- LOT 2 (Five Unit Attached Townhome Buildin
DIMENSIONAL
CONTROL
PROPOSED
REQUIRED/
PERMITTED
WAIVER/SPECIAL
USE/ PUD
REQUEST FOR
LOT 2
OVERALL
PROPOSED
LEXINGTON
WALK
DEVELOPMENT
Minimum Lot
Width
120 ft.
60 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C
N/A -compliant
270 ft.
Front Yard
Setback
3 ft.
15 ft. (Sec; 12-
5-7-C)
Waiver of 12 ft.
15 ft. Capulina
15 ft. Ferris
Side (west)
5.68 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
N/A -compliant
10 ft. (south)
Side (east)
3 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 2 ft.
NA
Rear
0 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 5 ft.
10 ft.
Maximum
Building Height
33.5 ft.
40 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C)
N/A -compliant
33.5 ft.
Lot Coverage
900/0
Up to 65% (Sec:
12-5-7-C)
Waiver of 25%
80%, waiver of
15% requested
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ZONING OVERVIEW- LOT 3 (Six. Unit Attached Townhome Building)
DIMENSIONAL
CONTROL
PROPOSED
REQUIRED/
PERMITTED
WAIVER/SPECIAL
USE/ PUD
REQUEST FOR
LOT 3
OVERALL
PROPOSED
LEXINGTON
WALK
DEVELOPMENT
Minimum Lot
Width
141.13 ft.
60 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C
N/A -compliant
270 ft.
Front Yard
Setback
3 ft.
15 ft.(Sec; 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 12 ft.
15 ft. Capulina
15 ft. Ferris
Side (North)
3 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 2 ft.
10 ft. (south)
Side (South)
5.75 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
N/A Compliant
NA
Rear
0 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 5 ft.
10 ft.
Maximum
Building Height
33.5 ft.
40 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C)
N/A -compliant
33.5 ft.
Lot Coverage
900/0
Up to 65% (Sec:
12-5-7-C)
Waiver of 25%
80%, waiver of
15% requested
ZONING OVERVIEW- LOT 4 (Five Unit Attached Townhome Building)
DIMENSIONAL
CONTROL
PROPOSED
REQUIRED/
PERMITTED
WAIVER/SPECIAL
USE/ PUD
REQUEST FOR
LOT 4
OVERALL
PROPOSED
LEXINGTON
WALK
PROPOSAL
Minimum Lot
Width
119.99 ft.
60 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C
N/A -compliant
270 ft.
Front Yard
Setback
3 ft.
15 ft. (Sec; 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 12 ft.
15 ft. Capulina
15 ft. Ferris
Side (North)
5.75 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
N/A -compliant
10 ft. (south)
Side (South)
3 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 2 ft.
NA
Rear
0 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 5 ft.
10 ft.
Maximum
Building Height
33.5 ft.
40 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
N/A -compliant
33.5 ft.
Lot Coverage
90%
Up to 65% (Sec:
12-5-7-C)
Waiver of 25%
80%, waiver
of 15%
requested
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ZONING OVERVIEW- LOT 5 (Seven Unit Attached Townhome Buildin
DIMENSIONAL
CONTROL
PROPOSED
REQUIRED/
PERMITTED
WAIVER/SPECIAL
USE/ PUD
APPROVAL FOR
LOT 5
OVERALL
PROPOSED
LEXINGTON
WALK
PROPOSAL
Minimum Lot
Width
160 ft.
60 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C
N/A -compliant
270 ft.
Front Yard
Setback
3 ft.
15 ft. (Sec; 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 12 ft.
15 ft. Capulina
15 ft. Ferris
Side (North)
3 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 2 ft.
10 ft. (south)
Side (South)
3 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 2 ft.
NA
Rear
0 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 5 ft.
10 ft.
Maximum
Building Height
33.5 ft.
40 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
N/A -compliant
33.5 ft.
Lot Coverage
87.58%
Up to 65% (Sec:
12-5-7-C)
Waiver of 22.58%
80%, waiver
of 15%
requested
Z
ONING OVERVIEW- LOT 6 (Four Unit Attached Townhome Building)
DIMENSIONAL
CONTROL
PROPOSED
REQUIRED/
PERMITTED
WAIVER/SPECIAL
USE/ PUD
APPROVAL FOR
LOT 6
OVERALL
PROPOSED
LEXINGTON
WALK
DEVELOPMENT
Minimum Lot
Width
97.10 ft.
60 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C
N/A -compliant
270 ft.
Front Yard
Setback
3 ft.
15 ft. (Sec; 12-
5-7-C)
Waiver of 12 ft.
15 ft. Capulina
15 ft. Ferris
Side (East)
4 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 1 ft.
10 ft. (south)
Side (West)
3 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 2 ft.
NA
Rear
0 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 5 ft.
10 ft.
Maximum
Building Height
34.08 ft.
40 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C)
N/A -compliant
33.5 ft.
Lot Coverage
83.77%
Up to 65% (Sec:
12-5-7-C)
Waiver of 18.77%
80%, waiver of
15% requested
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ZONING OVERVIEW- LOT 7 (Four Unit Attached Townhome Buildin
DIMENSIONAL
CONTROL
PROPOSED
REQUIRED/
PERMITTED
WAIVER/SPECIAL
USE/ PUD
APPROVAL FOR
LOT 6
OVERALL
PROPOSED
LEXINGTON
WALK
DEVELOPMENT
Minimum Lot
Width
97.10 ft.
60 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C
N/A -compliant
270 ft.
Front Yard
Setback
2 ft.
15 ft. (Sec; 12-
5-7-C)
Waiver of 12 ft.
15 ft. Capulina
15 ft. Ferris
Side (East)
4 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 1 ft.
10 ft. (south)
Side (West)
3 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 2 ft.
NA
Rear
0 ft.
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
Waiver of 5 ft.
10 ft.
Maximum
Building Height
34.08 ft.
40 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C)
N/A -compliant
33.5 ft.
Lot Coverage
84.55%
Up to 65% (Sec:
12-5-7-C)
Waiver of 19.45%
80%, waiver of
15% requested
ZONING OVERVIEW- LOT 8 (No Buildings Common Space
DIMENSIONAL
CONTROL
PROPOSED
REQUIRED/
PERMITTED
WAIVER/SPECIAL
USE/ PUD
APPROVAL FOR
LOT 6
OVERALL
PROPOSED
LEXINGTON
WALK
DEVELOPMENT
Minimum Lot
Width
60 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C
N/A -compliant
270 ft.
Front Yard
Setback
N/A
15 ft. (Sec; 12-
5-7-C)
N/A -compliant
15 ft. Capulina
15 ft. Ferris
Side (East)
N/A
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
N/A -compliant
10 ft. (south)
Side (West)
N/A
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
N/A -compliant
NA
Rear
N/A
5 ft. (Sec: 12-5-
7-C)
N/A -compliant
10 ft.
Maximum
Building Height
N/A
40 ft. (Sec: 12-
5-7-C)
N/A -compliant
33.5 ft.
Lot Coverage
70%
Up to 65% (Sec:
12-5-7-C)
Waiver of 5%
80%, waiver of
15% requested
The proposed Lot 8 would include all the common land for the development, which is not
included in the individual building lots 1-7.
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Traffic and Parking Analysis
The following is a comparison of the proposed parking spaces and layout against the parking
requirements in Sections 12-7-3.:
Parkins Requirements
PARKING SPACE
STANDARD
ORDINANCE
REQUIREMENT
PROPOSED
COMMENT
Spaces Required-
Residential
2 spaces/unit for
attached dwellings-
townhomes; 36 units X 2
= 72 required spaces
(Section 12-7-3:I)
89 parking spaces or
2.47 spaces per unit
proposed (72 garage +
17 on-site surface
parking spaces)
Compliant
Stall Width (Visitor
Parking)
9 ft.
(Section 12-7-3)
9 ft.
Compliant
Stall Depth (Visitor
Parking)
18 ft.
(Section 12-7-3)
18 ft.
Compliant
Aisle: Visitor
Parking
24 ft.
(Section 12-7-3)
24 ft.
Compliant
All the proposed parking spaces and driveways meet the dimensional standards per Section 12-
7-3. Further, the number of spaces provided exceeds the base level requirement, per the
ordinance, for the 36 -unit development.
Traffic Impact
In accordance with ordinance requirements for a PUD/Special Use Permit application (Section
12-7-3:B), the Applicant hired Kenig, Lindgren, O'hara, Aboona, Inc. (KLOA) to complete a
traffic and parking study for the proposed development ("Summary Traffic and Parking
Evaluation Proposed Townhome Development" dated June 12, 2017).
In order to evaluate the impact of the proposed 36 -unit development on the area roadway
system, KLOA analyzed the existing traffic counts and then quantified the number of trips the
proposed development would generate. KLOA conducted traffic counts during peak hour
periods on Tuesday June 6, 2017 during the morning (7:00 AM to 9:OOAM) and evening (4:00
PM to 6:00 PM). To determine the number of trips the development would generate, KLOA used
data published in the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual, 9th
Edition.
In addition, KLOA added adjustments to account for projected increased traffic associated with
developments currently under construction in the area including Moretti's at 6415 Dempster and
the three townhomes at the northeast corner of Ferris and Capulina Avenues. KLOA applied ITE
trip generation rates for the types of developments to further analyze future traffic generation.
KLOA concluded, based upon the data gathered and industry standards, that the amount of
vehicle trips generated by the proposed 36 townhome unit PUD will have a low impact on the
surrounding roadway system, even with the incremental increased traffic that may be
generated by the other area developments.
Parking Analysis
Per Section 12-7-3:B of the Unified Development Code, for special uses, the proposed parking
standards identified in subsection I, 'Required Spaces By Use', of this section, shall be advisory
only. The number of required parking spaces for each special use is set by the village board
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based on the submitted, independent traffic and parking study and any traffic and parking
recommendation or study prepared by the village staff or village consultants or any pertinent
village commission and the recommendation of the plan commission.
The proposed plan includes a total of 89 parking spaces for the 36 -unit development of which
72 are garage parking spaces (2 spaces/unit) and 17 are surface parking spaces. The parking
ratio for the development is 2.47 spaces/unit.
In order to analyze the anticipated parking demand for the 36 townhome development, KLOA
first used the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) 4th Edition of the Parking Generation
Manual which projected a peak parking demand of 54 vehicles. KLOA then reviewed the
projected parking based on the Shared Parking, 2nd Edition published by Urban Land Institute
as detailed below.
Parking Demand Analysis (KLOA
Use
Projected Parking Demand
(Shared Parking, 2nd
Edition published by Urban
Land Institute)
Calculated Parking
Demand
Parking Provided
36 Townhome
Units
ULI forecast for Townhome
Development: 1.7 parking
spaces per unit, 0.1 unit per
guest
66 total spaces;
61 resident spaces +
5 visitor spaces
89 total spaces;
72 resident
(garage) spaces
+17 visitor spaces
As described in the traffic/parking study and as summarized above, based on industry
standards, KLOA concludes that the 89 parking spaces provided are adequate for the parking
demand of the proposed 36 -unit townhome development.
Commission Review
Appearance Commission
The Applicant made a presentation on the proposed elevations and preliminary landscaping to
the Appearance Commission on August 1, 2016 for their previous submittal and the Commission
voted unanimously to grant an Appearance Certificate for the development. The design of the
facade and landscaping for the current application are substantially the same and, as such, that
Appearance Certificate approval is carried forward for this application.
Traffic Safety Commission
In accordance with Section 12-16-4 of the Unified Development Code, the Applicant appeared
before the Traffic Safety Commission (TSC) at their June 1, 2017 meeting. The Commission
supported the projects in accordance with staff recommendations, but also suggested that the
parking on the northwest corner of the site include signage to ensure that it is not used by
Metra passengers. At the conclusion of the presentation/discussion, the TSC voted unanimously
to recommend approval of this project, with conditions. (See attached TSC Staff Report, dated
June 1, 2017.)
Departmental Reviews
Staff received, as part of the Departmental Comments, comments from the Village Engineer on
the traffic study, dated June 5, 2017. None of the five comments suggest a need/condition to
change the design or layout pertaining to traffic and parking. The comments pertain to
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providing information of future public parking on Capulina Avenue and layout of information
provided within the traffic study report which the Applicant has addressed. Staff has
incorporated these TSC conditions and latest review comments from the Village Engineer (dated
June 5, 2017) into the suggested conditions for approval.
In addition to the Village Engineer's comments, the Fire Department provided comments in a
memo dated (June 9, 2017), noting that all units shall be fully protected by an automatic fire
sprinkler system. The Fire Department staff also verbally noted that the Fire Department may
need to review the location of proposed plantings as part of the final landscape review to
ensure the proposed trees do not impede access/sight lines through the site.
Discussion
Standards for Special Use
In accordance with Section 12-16-4, the following Standards for Planned Unit Developments are
provided to assist the Commission's consideration of this request. The Applicant provided
answers to the following standards in their application, which are summarized below. In
addition, staff provided additional comments on relevant standards.
➢ The planned unit development shall be consistent with the general policies of the village
as may be expressed in the comprehensive p/an. — The Applicant states the plan is
consistent with the recommendations of the Lehigh/Ferris Subarea Plan for this site,
particularly with rear accessed townhomes. Further, staff notes that this development will
help to restore a long vacant and environmentally contaminated site back to a functional
use that is complementary to the other uses in this area.
➢ The planned unit development should be so located, designed, operated and maintained
in a manner that will not only protect, but promote the public health, safety, and welfare
of the village. The Applicant states that the proposal will protect and promote the public
health, safety, and welfare of the Village. The Applicant notes that the project serves the
overall welfare of the Village by transforming the site from obsolete industrial use, and
cleaning up the site, to residential use which will support development near the train
station.
➢ The proposed planned unit development will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of
adjoining property and that the exceptions to the underlying district regulations are for the
purpose of promoting development which is beneficial to the residents or occupants of the
surrounding properties with and adjoining the proposed development. The Applicant
states that the proposed development is consistent with the goal of the Lehigh/Ferris
Subarea plan to redevelop the site with higher density residential and creating a walkable,
pedestrian friendly streetscape. In addition, by providing 17 on-site visitor parking spaces
and 6 new street parking spaces along Capulina in addition to the standard 2 parking
spaces per unit, the Applicant is addressing the general resident concerns about the
limited availability of street parking for the area.
➢ Principal vehicular access to the planned unit development shall be designed to encourage
smooth traffic flow with controlled turning movements and minimum hazards to vehicular
and pedestrian traffic. Adequate provision should be made to provide ingress and egress
in a manner that minimizes traffic congestion in the public streets. The Applicant notes
that vehicle access is provided from Capulina Avenue as recommended in the
Lehigh/Ferris Subarea Plan. In addition, the garages are designed for internal rear access
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from within the units that minimizes vehicular and pedestrian conflicts within the
development.
➢ The planned unit development shall be so designed that adequate utilities, road access,
drainage, and other necessary facilities will be provided to serve it, and not negatively
impact the existing public infrastructure. Surface water in all paved access areas shall be
collected in a manner that will not obstruct the flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
The Applicant states that the proposed PUD has been designed to adequately provide
utilities, road access, drainage and other necessary facilities so as to not negatively impact
the existing public infrastructure. In addition, the Village's Fire Department has reviewed
the project and notes that sufficient turning radius has been provided in the design of the
internal roads.
> Adequate fencing, screening, and landscaping shall be provided to protect the enjoyment
of surrounding properties, or provide for public safety, or to screen parking areas or other
visually incompatible uses. The existing landscape should be preserved in its natural state,
to the extent as practicable, minimizing tree and soil removal, and any grade changes
shall be in keeping with the general appearance of the neighboring developed area. The
Applicant states that adequate fencing, screening and landscaping will be provided to
protect the enjoyment of surrounding properties. Residential units along Capulina and
Ferris Avenues are designed to front each street to provide visual integration into the
surrounding residential properties. The Applicant's landscape plan calls for a variety of
shade, ornamental and evergreen trees, shrubs and perennials, groundcover and
ornamental grasses to accentuate the development. No trees are proposed for removal as
the site is currently vacant.
➢ The planned unit development shall be laid out and developed as a unit in accordance
with an integrated overall design. This design shall provide for safe, efficient, convenient
and harmonious groupings of structures, uses, and facilities, including common open
space and storm water detention areas, and for appropriate relationship of space between
buildings and site. Any common open space shall be integrated into the design in a
manner which has a direct or visual relationship to the main building(s) and not be of an
isolated or leftover character. The Applicant states that the PUD has been designed to
create a safe, efficient, convenient and harmonious grouping of buildings and circulation
that provides the appropriate setbacks and building orientation both to the surrounding
neighborhood and within the internal space.
> The design of all buildings, structures, and facilities on the site of the planned unit
development shall be subject to the approval of the appearance review commission, and
shall be of quality as good, if not better, than the surrounding neighborhood. Higher or
denser buildings shall be located in such a way as to dissipate any adverse impact on
adjoining lower bui/dings within the development or on surrounding properties. The
Appearance Commission granted a request for an appearance certificate at their August 1,
2016 meeting. The townhomes would be dad with a brick veneer front facade with stone
highlighted features, with brick and siding on the side and rear facades with a shingled
roof.
> All planned unit developments shall encourage designs that emphasize accessibility, open
views and connections to the larger community as a whole, discouraging new
development which may divide neighborhoods and restrict access to adjacent property. In
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order to achieve this objective, the design of lots, streets, sidewalks, and access ways
within the planned unit development, the continuation of such existing or proposed
features to adjoining areas shall be encouraged. When a proposed planned unit
development adjoins land susceptible of being subdivided, resubdivided, or redeveloped,
new streets, sidewalks, and access ways may be carried to the boundaries of the
proposed planned unit development. The Applicant states that the 36 townhome unit site
plan has been designed to provide aspects consistent with the Lehigh/Ferris Subarea Plan
Guidelines such as orientation, pedestrian and vehicular circulation and perimeter
setbacks. Further, after discussions with staff, the Applicant upgraded their designs to
increase the amount of brick along front and side facades to better reflect and enhance
the character of the area.
Recommendation
After review of the application, staff report, and as a result of the testimony provided at the
public hearing, staff may suggest and/or the Plan Commission may opt to make modifications
to, add and/or remove conditions. Should the Commission recommend approval of this
application, staff suggests the following motion and conditions:
Plan Commission recommends approval of a 36 unit townhome planned unit development
(PUD) in accordance with Section 12-6 of the Morton Grove Unified Development Code
(Ordinance 07-07) at the southwest corner of Ferris and Capulina Avenues with a density of 18
units per acre and allowed maximum lot coverage of up to 80%, and approval of preliminary
and final plats of subdivision, with waivers to dimensional controls for individual lots and to the
requirement that the lots must abut a public street, subject to the following conditions:
1. The site and building shall be developed and operated consistent with the plans and
supporting documents in the application, amended, as necessary, to comply with conditions
from the Traffic Safety Commission, Plan Commission and/or tillage staff, identified in this
report and/or presented at the Public Hearing, including:
A. Site Plan, submitted by Haeger Engineering, dated 05/29/2017;
B. Fire Truck Turning Exhibit, submitted by Haeger Engineering, dated 5/24/2017;
C. Lexington Walk Final Plat of Subdivision, submitted by Haeger Engineering, dated
5/25/2017
D. Lexington Walk Preliminary Engineering Plans submitted by Haeger Engineering,
dated 5/24/2017
E. Sales Trailer Exhibit, submitted by Haeger Engineering, dated 5/24/2017
F. Off-site Sign Exhibit, submitted by Haeger Engineering, dated 5/24/2017
G. Preliminary Landscape Plan, submitted by Krogstad Land Design Limited, dated
5/26/2017
H. Summary of Traffic and Parking Evaluation, submitted by KLOA Inc., dated
06/12/2017
I. Photometric Plan, submitted by legacy Design Inc., dated 05/26/2017
J. Colored Elevations and Floor Plans, submitted by BSB, dated 05/30/2017
K. Preliminary Stormwater Management Report, submitted by Haeger Engineering ,
dated 05/31/2017
L. Colored Site Plan, submitted by Krogstad Land Design Limited, dated 05/26/2017
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2. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall have complied with all
recommendations suggested by the Traffic Safety Commission staff report dated June 5,
2017 and Village Engineer's review memo dated June 5, 2017 as follows:
A. The proposed parking area at the northwest corner of the development should be
signed to be for residents and guests of the development only;
B. The Applicant shall provide a written description of the proposed development of the
ownership and maintenance of the streets and parking areas.
3. Prior to the issuance of any Village building permits the Applicant shall submit final
engineering plans in accordance with Village requirements and standards, for review and
approval by the Village Engineer.
4. The applicant shall provide an updated landscape plan, as necessary, for review and
approval, to ensure that proposed trees will not impede access by and through the site by
emergency vehicles. Such plan may be submitted after issuance of building permits,
however, the final landscaping plan must be submitted for review and approval prior to
issuance of any occupancy permits and landscaping must be installed prior to the issuance
of the final occupancy permit for the project.
5. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, the Applicant shall submit the proposed
"Homeowners Declarations And Covenants, "for review and approval and such Declarations
and Covenants shall be developed in accordance with Section 12-8-2:B.3., as follows:
A. The membership in the owners' association shall be mandatory for each and every
owner, and successive owner, of all units located on the property.
B. The owners' association shall own and be responsible for the continuity, care,
conservation, maintenance and operation in a first rate condition, and in accordance
with predetermined standards, of the common areas, including, without limitation, all
equipment, appurtenances, ponds, detention facilities, and perimeter fencing located
on or within the common areas and the cost of power required for the affected
equipment and appurtenances.
C. The owners' association shall be responsible for casualty and liability insurance, and
the village shall be named as an additional insured on all policies of liability insurance
obtained by the owners' association.
D. The owners' of all units located on the property or the owners' association, as
applicable, shall be responsible for the real estate taxes for the common areas.
E. The owners of all units located on the property shall pay their pro rata share of all
costs and expenses incurred by the owners' association by means of an assessment to
be levied by the owners' association that meets the requirements for becoming a lien
on the property in accordance with the statutes of the state of Illinois.
F. The owners' association shall have the right to adjust the assessment to meet changed
needs except any assessment imposed by the village. The membership vote required
to authorize an adjustment shall not be fixed at more than fifty one percent (51%) of
the members voting on the issue.
G. The owner's association shall be created and established prior to the sale of any
portion of the property.
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6. The Applicant shall advise the Director of Community and Economic Development of any
proposed change in ownership or operation of the commercial and residential properties.
Such changes may subject the owners, lessees, occupants, and users of Lexington Walk to
additional conditions and may serve as the basis for further amendment to the planned unit
development.
7. The Applicant or his/her successors shall obtain all necessary signatures and file the final
plat of subdivision and associated Access Easement and Restrictions Agreement with the
Recorder of Deeds of Cook County Illinois, and shall file three paper copies, one Mylar and
one electronic copy of the recorded plat with the Building Commissioner for the Village of
Morton Grove within 90 days of such recording
8. The Applicant shall comply with all applicable provisions of Title 12, Chapter 8 regarding the
content, submission, and recording of the final plat of subdivision and such recorded plat of
subdivision shall be consistent with the approved preliminary/final plat, dated 05/25/2017,
with the following approved waivers:
A. Lot 1:
i. Front yard setback waiver of 12 ft to the 15 It. front yard setback
requirement (Section 12-5-7:C)
ii. Side yard (west) setback waiver of 2 ft: to the 5 ft. side yard setback
requirement (Section 12-5-7:C)
Rear yard setback waiver of 5 ft to the 5 ft. rear yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
iv. Lot coverage waiver of 25% to the 65% lot coverage requirement (Section
12-5-7:C)
B. Lott
I Front yard setback waiver of 12 ft to the 15 ft front yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
it Side yard (east) setback waiver oft It to the 5 ft side yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
Rear yard setback waiver of 5 ft to the 5 It rear yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
iv. Lot coverage waiver of 25% to the 65% lot coverage requirement (Section 12-5-
7:C)
C Lot3
i. Front yard setback waiver of 12 ft to the 15 ft front yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
ii. Side yard (north) setback waiver of 2 ft. to the 5 ft. side yard setback
requirement (Section 12-5-7:C)
iii. Rear yard setback waiver of 5 ft, to the 5 ft. rear yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
iv. Lot coverage waiver of 25% to the 65% lot coverage requirement (Section 12-5-
7:C)
D. Lot 4
1. Front yard setback waiver of 12 It to the 15 ft front yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
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ii. Side yard (south) setback waiver of 2 ft. to the 5 ft, side yard setback
requirement (Section 12-5-7:C)
iii. Rear yard setback waiver of 5 R: to the 5 it: rear yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
iv. Lot coverage waiver of25% to the 65% lot coverage requirement (Section 12-5-
7:C)
E. Lot 5
I. Front yard setback waiver of 12 ft. to the 151t. front yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
it Side yard (north) setback waiver of 2 fi: to the 5 It side yard setback
requirement (Section 12-5-7:C)
ill. Side yard (south) setback waiver of 2 ft, to the 5 ft. side yard setback
requirement (Section 12-5-7:C)
iv. Rear yard setback waiver of 5 R: to the 5 ft. rear yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7::C)
v. Lot coverage waiver of 22.58% to the 65% lot coverage requirement (Section
12-5-7:C)
F. Lot 6
i. Front yard setback waiver of 12 ft to the 15 ft. front yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
ii. Side yard (east) setback waiver of 1 ft to the 5 fi: side yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7::C)
Side yard (west) setback waiver of 2 ft. to the 5 fft side yard setback
requirement (Section 12-5-7:C)
iv. Rear yard setback waiver of 5 ft, to the 5 ft. rear yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
v. Lot coverage waiver of 18.77% to the 65% lot coverage requirement (Section
12-5-7:C)
G. Lot?
i. Front yard setback waiver of 12 ft to the 15 R: front yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
ii. Side yard (east) setback waiver of 1 ft. to the 5 ft. side yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
Side yard (west) setback waiver of 2 fi: to the 5 ft side yard setback
requirement (Section 12-5-7:C)
iv. Rear yard setback waiver of 5 ft. to the 5 ft. rear yard setback requirement
(Section 12-5-7:C)
v. Lot coverage waiver of 19.45% to the 65% lot coverage requirement (Section
12-5-7:C)
H. Section 12-8-4:B.3, to allow individual subdivided Lots 5, 6, and 7 to abut a private
right of way rather than a public right of way.
Attachments:
- Planned Unit Development Application and supporting documents (submitted by Applicant)
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Zoning Map:
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Legislative Summary
Ordinance 17-19
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A MEDICAL AND DENTAL
OFFICE/CLINIC AT 5818 DEMPSTER STREET, MORTON GROVE, IL
Introduction:
Purpose:
Background:
Programs, Departs
or Groups Affected
Fiscal Impact:
Source of Funds:
Workload Impact:
Admin Recommend:
Second Reading:
Special Consider or
Requirements:
Submitted by:
Prepared by:
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July 10, 2017
To approve a special use permit for an oral surgery dental office at 5818 Dempster Street.
Dr. Spiro Karras, the applicant, property owner and prospective tenant ("Applicant"), filed an
application for a special use permit for a Medical and Dental Office/Clinic at 5818 Dempster Street
in accordance with Section 12-4-3:D. The Applicant plans to move his practice of 20 years from
Lincolnwood and operate his new facility in a similar manner. The proposed hours of operations are:
8:OOAM-5:OOPM Monday -Thursday, 8:OOAM-3:OOPM on Friday, and on two Saturdays per month
from 7:30AM to 1:OOPM. Initially, the Applicant proposes to function with a staff of five (I doctor
and 4 support staff) and increase to a staff of eight (2 doctors and 6 support staff) over the next few
years. At full staff capacity, the office is expected to accommodate an average of 15 to 18 patients
per day (weekdays). Per the Unified Development Code, the required parking spaces for the
development are II. In accordance with Section 12-7-3:B, the Applicant hired AES Services
("AES") to complete a traffic and parking report ("Traffic Report"). Based on the property use, AES
determined the proposed use would have a peak parking demand of 12 spaces, which can be
accommodated through a combination of six (6) on-site parking spaces as well as available public
parking spaces along Mansfield and within in the municipal lot, across Dempster Street. Based on
their observations and analysis, AES concluded that the combination of on-site and available public
parking spaces should accommodate the parking demand for this use.
In accordance with Section 12-16-4:A.2, the application was reviewed by Village departments and
the Traffic Safety Commission (TSC). At their June 1 meeting, the TSC raised some questions about
the Traffic Report and on-site parking layout. The Applicant subsequently provided a revised site
plan and Traffic Report in response to TSC's questions and concerns. As there are no proposed
changes to the facade, Appearance Commission review was not required. Based on the application,
with the updated site plan and Traffic Report, supporting documents and testimony presented at the
June 19, 2017, Public Hearing, the Plan Commission voted unanimously (5-0; Gillespie and Khan
absent) to recommend approval of this application with conditions.
Community and Economic Development
N/A
N/A
Community and Economic Development in the normal course of business.
Approval as presented
July 24, 2017
None
ph Czerwins
illage Administrator
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Reviewed by
Teresa Hoffman L
Community and Economic Development Director
n, Corporation Counsel
ORDINANCE 17-19
APPROVING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A MEDICAL AND DENTAL
OFFICE/CLINIC AT 5818 DEMPSTER STREET, MORTON GROVE, IL
WHEREAS, the Village of Morton Grove (Village), located in Cook County, Illinois, is a
home rule unit of government under the provisions of Article 7 of the 1970 Constitution of the State
of Illinois, can exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government affairs,
including but not limited to the power to tax and incur debt; and
WHEREAS, 5818 Dempster Street is located in the Cl General Commercial District and is
improved with a 2,860 sq. ft. commercial building and a 6 stall parking lot; and
WHEREAS, Section 12-4-3:D of the Unified Development Code requires a Special Use
Permit for medical and dental offices/clinics for such uses that are more intensive and do not qualify
for the administrative review process which was recently adopted as a text amendment by the
Village Board through PC 17-11 (Ord. 17-15); and
WHEREAS, Dr. Spiro Karras, the applicant, property owner and prospective tenant
("Applicant"), filed a proper application to the Plan Commission in the Village of Morton Grove
under case number PC17-09 requesting a Special Use Permit for a medical and dental office to
perform oral surgery at the property commonly known as 5818 Dempster Street, Morton Grove,
Illinois 60053 ("Subject Property"); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Municipal Code, notice of the
public hearing was duly published in the Pioneer Press, a newspaper of general circulation in the
Village of Morton Grove on June 1, 2017, written notification sent to property owners within 250
feet of the subject property on June 2, 2017, and signs were duly posted on the property on June 9,
2017; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has operated an oral surgery office for twenty (20) years in
Lincolnwood and proposes to move his practice to Morton Grove and operate in a similar manner,
which will include hours of Monday -Thursday 8:OOAM-5:OOPM, Friday 8:OOAM-3:OOPM, and two
Saturdays per month from 7:30AM-1:OOPM ; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant proposes to initially function with a staff of five (1 doctor and 4
support staff) and eventually increase to a staff' of eight (2 doctors and 6 support staff) over the next
few years; and
WHEREAS, once they reach full capacity, the Applicant expects to accommodate an
average of 15 to 18 patients per day (week days) over five operatory rooms; and
WHEREAS, based on the Unified Development Code "Required Spaces By Use" (Section
12-7-3:I), eleven (11) parking spaces are required for the proposed 2,860 sq. ft. facility at a rate of 1
space per 250 sq. ft. of gross floor area for a medical/dental office use; and
WHEREAS, per the Unified Development Code (Section 12-7-3:B), the proposed parking
standards identified in the Code as "Required Spaces By Use" shall be advisory only for Special
Use applications, and the final number of required parking spaces for Special Use Permits will be
set by the Village Board based on the submitted, independent traffic and parking study and any
recommendations by the Traffic Safety and Plan Commissions and/or staff; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 12-7-3:B of the Village Code, the Applicant
submitted a traffic and parking study "Dental Office: Traffic and Parking Analysis Report" prepared
by AES Services, ("AES"), dated April, 2017, REV: June, 2017 ("Traffic Report"), which includes
an analysis of the projected parking and traffic demand associated with the proposed use; and
WHEREAS, based on the proposed operation of this business and the proposed staffing
levels at full capacity, AES determined the Applicant will need twelve (12) parking spaces to meet
their peak hour parking demand; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant proposes to utilize a combination of the six (6) off-street parking
spaces and six (6) of the available public parking spaces located along Mansfield Avenue and/or the
public parking lot across Dempster Street to meet the peak hour parking demand; and
WHEREAS, based on their observations and understanding of the proposed use, in the
context of the existing adjacent uses, AES concluded the available on-site and public parking is
sufficient to accommodate the anticipated parking demand;
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 12-16-4:A.2, the Traffic Safety Commission (TSC)
reviewed the application at their June 1, 2017, meeting and based on the staff report provided by the
Village Engineer, they raised some concerns about the Applicant's original proposed on-site
parking plan, which included two rows of ninety (90) degree parking on opposite ends of the site,
with a central drive aisle, and also had other questions and requests for clarification with respect to
the original Traffic Report; and
WHEREAS, in response to those comments, the Applicant subsequently revised the
submitted site plan to be consistent with the existing parking configuration, which includes one row
of parking, perpendicular to the building, and provided an updated Traffic Report, dated June 2017,
with additional data counts; and
WHEREAS, since there are no proposed changes to the building facade, Appearance
Commission review was not required; and
WHEREAS, as required by ordinance, the Morton Grove Plan Commission held a public
hearing relative to the above referenced case on June 19, 2017, at which all concerned parties were
given the opportunity to be present and express their views for the consideration by the Plan
Commission; and
WHEREAS, as a result of said public hearing, the Plan Commission made certain
recommendations and conditions through a report dated July 3, 2017, a copy of which is attached
hereto and made a part hereof and marked as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, the Corporate Authorities have considered this matter at a Public Meeting and
find pursuant to the relevant provisions of the Village of Morton Grove Unified Development Code,
this Special Use for a medical and dental office at 5818 Dempster Street shall be issued subject to
the conditions and restrictions as set herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The Corporate Authorities do hereby incorporate the foregoing WHEREAS
clauses into this Ordinance, as though fully set forth herein, thereby making the findings as
hereinabove set forth:
SECTION 2: The property located at 5818 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, Illinois 60053,
is hereby granted a special use permit for a Medical and Dental Office/Clinic for an oral surgery
dental office, utilizing a combination of on-site and available area public parking, and such special
use shall be located and operated at that address subject to the following conditions and restrictions
which shall be binding on the owners/lessees, occupants and users of this property, their successors
and assigns for the duration of the special use:
1. The building shall be developed and operated consistent with the plans and supporting
documents in the application, identified in this report and/or presented at the Public Hearing,
including the following:
A. Proposed Floor Plan, prepared by Nicholas Kanas -Architect, dated March 1, 2017
B. Site Plan, prepared by Nicolas Kanas- Architect, received June 8, 2017
C. Traffic study "Dental Office: Traffic and Parking Analysis Report", prepared by
AES, dated April, 2017; REV: June 2017
2. The Applicant shall file for all necessary building permits, in accordance with applicable
codes, ordinances, and regulations, and based on review comments provided by the Traffic
Safety Commission, through the report by the Village Engineer, dated June 5, 2017, for
review and approval prior to the commencement of any work.
3. The Applicant shall advise the Director of Community and Economic Development of any
of the following:
A. any proposed change in ownership of the subject property and/or principal business;
B. any change in hours of operation;
C. any alterations to or changes in uses or configuration of any of the interior spaces;
D. any increases staffing levels or in number of patients, above those projected in the
AES traffic study "Dental Office: Traffic and Parking Analysis Report", dated April,
2017; REV: June 2017, and
E. any other changes to the site use that could increase the intensity and/or increase the
parking demand.
Such changes may require the owners, lessees, and users of 5818 Dempster Street to submit
an updated parking analysis, and may subject the owners, lessees, and users of 5818
Dempster Street to additional conditions and may serve as the basis for further amendment
to the special use permit.
4. The Applicant shall advise their employees and patrons of all available commercial and
public parking facilities, in the area, and advise against parking in the adjacent residential
neighborhoods.
5. If the Applicant decides to increase the number of operatory rooms beyond the five (5)
shown on the plans, or staffing levels beyond the proposed maximum of eight (8), the
Applicant shall be required to submit an updated parking study to the Director of
Community and Economic Development and Village Engineer. Such study should include
an updated parking survey and an updated parking plan describing how such increased
parking demand will be accommodated. Such increases in the intensity of the use may
require an amendment to the Special Use permit.
SECTION 3: The special use is granted so long as the owner, occupant and users of this
property utilize the area for the purposes as herein designated.
SECTION 4: The Village Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to amend all pertinent
records of the Village of Morton Grove to show and designate the special use as granted and
amended hereunder.
SECTION 5: The Applicant/Owner shall comply with all requirements of the Village of
Morton Grove Ordinances and Codes that are applicable.
SECTION 6: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage,
approval and publication in pamphlet form according to law.
PASSED this 24th day of July 2017.
Trustee Grear
Trustee Minx
Trustee Ramos
Trustee Thill
Trustee Travis
Trustee Witko
APPROVED by me this 24th day of July 2017.
Daniel P. DiMaria, Village President
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
APPROVED and FILED in my office this
24th day of July
Eileen Scanlon Harford, Village Clerk
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
Community 6i Economic Development Department
MORTON } GROVE
Incredibly Close k Amazingly Open
To: Village President and Board of Trustees
From: Steven Blonz, Chairperson, Pian Commission
Nancy Radzevich, AICP, Community and Economic Development Director
Dominick A. Argumedo, AICP, Zoning Administrator/Land-Use Planner
Date: July 3, 2017
Re: Plan Commission Case PC17-09: Request for a Special Use Permit for a Medical
and Dental Office/Clinic (Oral Surgery), in accordance with Section 12-4-4:E. of
the Unified Development Code (Ordinance 07-07)
Commission Report
Public Notice
The Village of Morton Grove provided Public Notice for the June 19, 2017 Plan Commission public
hearing for PC 17-09 in accordance with the Unified Development Code. The Pioneer Press published
the public notice on June 1, 2017, and the Village notified surrounding property owners via mail on
June 2, 2017 and placed a public notice sign on the subject property on June 9, 2017.
Property Background
The subject property is located at the northeast corner of Dempster Street and Mansfield Avenue and
is improved with a 2,860 sq. ft. commercial building with a rear parking lot that can accommodate
parking for up to six vehicles. The property is zoned C1 General Commercial District.
Overview of the Application
Dr. Spiro Karras is proposing to relocate his oral surgery practice from Lincolnwood to 5818 Dempster
Street. The Applicant has run his practice for 20 years in Lincolnwood and plans to operate his new
facility in a similar manner, with the proposed hours of operations as follows: 8:OOAM-5:OOPM
Monday -Thursday, 8:OOAM-3:00PM on Friday, and on two Saturdays per month from 7:30AM to
1:OOPM. Initially, the Applicant proposes to operate the business with a staff of five (1 doctor and 4
support staff) and eventually increase to a staff of eight (2 doctors and 6 support staff) within the
next few years. At full staff capacity, the office is expected to accommodate an average of 15 to 18
patients per day (week days). Although the facility will have five operatory rooms, they will not all be
used concurrently. Each doctor will have two assigned rooms: one which is actively used by the
doctor and their patient and the second which is being prepared for the next patient. The fifth room
is reserved for more complex procedures, where one patient may be scheduled for an extended
period of time, and/or for unscheduled, emergency patients.
The subject property includes a six (6) stall parking facility behind the building, including five (5)
standard parking spaces and one accessible parking space. In addition, there are nine (9) diagonal
public parking spaces on the east side of Mansfield Avenue, adjacent to the building site, three (3)
parallel public parking spaces on the west side of Mansfield, and a 22 parking space public parking lot
across the Dempster Street. The municipal lot includes five (5) designated reserved spaces for the
employees of 5831 Dempster Street (Ord. 00-27). The remaining seventeen (17) spaces - two (2)
accessible and fifteen (15) standard parking spaces —are unreserved.
Based on the ordinance requirements, the proposed dental office will require 11 parking spaces. Per
Section 12-7-3:6 of the Unified Development Code, proposed parking standards identified in the code
as "Required Spaces By Use" shall be advisory only for Special Use applications as the required
parking will be reviewed and established as part of the Special Use Permit. The final number of
required parking spaces for Special Use Permits is set by the Village Board based on the submitted
independent traffic and parking study and any traffic and parking recommendations by the Traffic
Safety and Plan Commissions and/or staff.
June 19, 2017 Public Hearing
Dominick Argumedo, Zoning Administrator/Land-Use Planner, introduced the case and summarized
the Plan Commission staff report dated June 15, 2017, which was entered, in its entirety, into the
public record. (Attachment 1). Mr. Argumedo specifically noted that the Village Board had recently
approved a text amendment to Section 12-4-3:D of the Unified Development Code (PC 17-11; Ord.
17-15) that allows for an administrative review process for lower intensity medical/dental uses that
include sufficient off-street parking, while maintaining the special use requirement if staff determines
that a proposal warrants additional scrutiny beyond an administrative review. Due to the location of
this particular dental surgery office, along the East Dempster commercial corridor, where there is
limited off-street parking spaces, and its proximity to abutting residential neighborhood, staff
determined this project warranted the additional review of a special use process. In accordance with
this determination, the Applicant filed a special use application for this proposed use.
After the staff presentation, Chairperson Blonz asked for clarification of how the traffic/parking study
and site plan were revised between the time of the Traffic Safety Commission meeting and this public
hearing before the Plan Commission. Mr. Argumedo explained that the Applicant's original proposed
on-site parking plan had two rows of 90 degree parking on opposite ends of the site, with a central
drive aisle. With this configuration, the parking spaces and drive aisle were substandard with respect
to the Unified Development Code design standards, and could result in on-site conflicts as well as
potential overhang of vehicles across a portion of the public sidewalk along Mansfield. The Applicant
subsequently revised the submitted site plan to be a single line of parking along the rear facade of
the building. The updated parking configuration reduces the potential on-site parking from 7 to 6
spaces; this change was accounted for in the updated traffic study.
Mr. Spiro Karras, the Applicant, and Julian Gnatenco, the AES engineer, were sworn in. Mr. Karras
reviewed the history of his 23 year practice, which is currently located in Lincolnwood. Dr. Karras
noted that he specifically purchased the 5818 Dempster property to move his practice to Morton
Grove. Mr. Gnatenco reviewed the traffic and parking study. He noted his analysis took into account
what will occur over the next few years with one doctor on staff and in 2020 when the additional
doctor joins the practice. Mr. Gnatenco testified he conducted parking surveys, which included the
available on-site parking as well as the public parking along Mansfield Avenue and in the municipal
parking lot across Dempster Street. He stated his observations and analysis enabled him to conclude
that there is sufficient parking to accommodate the proposed use.
Commissioner Gabriel asked how the patients would be scheduled and if the Applicant would see
more than two patients at one time. Dr. Karras said that the practice does not double book patients.
He stated that there is typically about a 10 minute overlap between patients; Mr. Gnatenco noted that
the traffic study took into consideration such patient overlap. Dr. Karras also noted that he would
encourage the staff to park across Dempster Street to allow the on-site parking lot to service the
patients.
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Chairperson Blonz asked if the previous chiropractic business at 5818 Dempster was different in
patient intensity level than the proposed oral surgery development. Mr. Gnatenco stated the previous
business probably had a higher daily cliental total compared to the proposed use.
Chairperson Blonz asked if there was anyone present that wanted to be heard.
Nick Marino, 5800 Dempster, owner of buildings to the east, stated he is in support of the oral
surgery facility. He further noted that the aforementioned previous chiropractic facility at 5818
Dempster had not generated any parking issues that he could recall.
Chairperson Blonz asked for any other comments or questions. Hearing none, he asked for a motion.
Commissioner Shimanski moved to approve Case PC17-09, request for a Special Use Permit for a
Medical and Dental/Clinic (oral surgery), in accordance with Section 12-4-3-D, of The Unified
Development code (Ordinance 07-07) with the following recommendations:
1. The site shall be developed and operated consistent with the plans and supporting documents in
the application, identified in this report and/or presented at the Public Hearing, including the
following:
A. Proposed Floor Plan, prepared by Nicholas Karras-Architect, dated March 1, 2017
B. Site Plan, prepared by Nicholas Karras- Architect, Received June 8, 2017
C. Traffic study "Dental Office: Traffic and Parking Analysis Report", prepared by AES, dated
April, 2017; REV: June, 2017
2. The Applicant shall advise the Director of Community and Economic Development of any of the
following:
A. Any proposed change in ownership of the subject property and/or principal business;
B. Any change in hours of operation;
C. Any alterations to or changes in uses or configuration of any of the interior spaces;
D. Any increases staffing levels above those projected in the AES traffic study "Dental Office:
Traffic and Parking Analysis Report", dated June, 2017; and
E. Any other changes to the site use that could increase the intensity and/or increase the
parking demand.
Such changes may require the owners, lessees, and users of 5818 Dempster Street to submit an
updated parking analysis, and may subject the owners, lessees, and users of 5818 Dempster
Street to additional conditions and may serve as the basis for further amendment to the special
use permit.
3. The Applicant shall advise staff and patrons of all available commercial public parking options, in
the area, and advise against parking in the adjacent residential neighborhoods.
4. If the Applicant decides to increase the number of oratories, beyond five (5), or staffing levels
beyond the proposed maximum of eight (8), the Applicant shall be required to submit an
updated parking study to the Director of Community and Economic Development and Village
Engineer. Such study should include an updated parking survey and an updated parking plan
describing how such increased parking demand will be accommodated. Such increases in the
intensity of the use may require an amendment to the Special Use permit.
Commissioner Dorgan seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously (5-0; Gillespie and Khan
absent).
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Legislative Summary
ORDINANCE 17-22
APPROVING A PRELIMINARY/FINAL PLAT OF VACATION OF A 2,249 SQ. FT. PORTION
OF CAPULINA AVENUE RIGHT-OF-WAY, LOCATED IMMEDIATELY WEST OF
NARRAGANSETT AVENUE AND EAST OF THE METRA RIGHT-OF-WAY
Introduction:
Purpose:
Background:
Programs, Departs
or Groups Affected
Fiscal Impact:
Source of Funds:
Workload Impact:
Admin Recommend:
Second Reading:
Special Consider or
Requirements:
July 24, 2017
This ordinance will approve the vacation of a portion of the Capulina Avenue public right-of-
way located directly west of Narragansett Avenue and east of the Metra right-of-way.
The Village of Morton Grove filed an application to vacate a 2,249 sq. ft. portion of Capulina
Avenue public right-of-way located west of Narragansett Avenue and east of the Metra right-of-
way. The subject property is unimproved, is unnecessary for the operation of Capulina Avenue,
and has been declared surplus by Village Officials. This portion of the Capulina right-of-way is
located just north of a 2+/- acre parcel of land owned by the Village of Morton Grove and
designated as the Site "B" targeted development site in the approved Village of Morton Grove
Lehigh/Ferris Framework Plan, dated January 27, 2009 (Ord.09-01). This property will be added
to the developable land identified as Site "B" and will help facilitate the development of Site
"B". Currently, Lexington Homes is proposing to develop the Site "B" parcel with a 36 unit
townhome development, through a Plan Unit Development (PUD), filed under PC 17-14, and
this vacated portion of Capulina will be used to provide a much-needed visitor parking lot for
the proposed residential development.
The Plan Commission reviewed the application at their June 19, 2017, public hearing. Based on
the application, supporting documents and testimony presented, the Plan Commission voted
unanimously (5-0, Gillespie and Khan absent) to recommend approval of the requested vacation,
with conditions.
Community and Economic Department
N/A
N/A
The vacation of the public right-of-way and required recording of the plat of vacation will be
implemented and supervised by staff as part of their normal work activities.
Approval as presented
August 14, 2017, required
None
Submitted by: /
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Reviewed by
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ORDINANCE 17-22
APPROVING A PRELIMINARY/FINAL PLAT OF VACATION
OF A 2,249 SQ. FT. PORTION OF THE CAPULINA AVENUE RIGHT-OF-WAY,
LOCATED IMMEDIATELY WEST OF NARRAGANSETT AVENUE
AND EAST OF THE METRA RIGHT-OF-WAY
WHEREAS, the Village of Morton Grove, located in Cook County, Illinois, is a Home Rule
unit of government and under the provisions of Article 7 of the 1970 Constitution of the State of
Illinois, and as such can exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government
affairs, including but not limited to, the power to tax and incur debt; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 12-9-5 of the Unified Development Code, the Board of
Trustees of the Village of Morton Grove has the power and authority to vacate streets and alleys or
portions thereof within the jurisdiction of the Village; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Morton Grove has made a proper application to the Plan
Commission in the Village of Morton Grove under Case No. PC 17-13 requesting to vacate a 2,249 sq.
ft. portion of the Capulina Avenue public right-of-way located immediately west of Narragansett
Avenue and east of the Metra right-of-way ("subject property"), in accordance with the plat of vacation
and legal description, prepared by Haeger Engineering, dated July 17, 2017, a copy of which is
attached hereto and made a part hereof and marked as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is unimproved and unnecessary for the safe operation of
Capulina Avenue and has been determined to be surplus property by Village Officials; and
WHEREAS, the 2,249 sq. ft. subject property is bordered to the south by vacant municipally -
owned properties, with common addresses of: 8550 Ferris Avenue, 8600 Ferris Avenue, 8602 Ferris
Avenue, 8608 Ferris Avenue, 8612 Ferris Avenue, 8614 Ferris Avenue, 8618 Ferris Avenue, and 8620
Ferris Avenue, which are collectively known as Site "B", per the adopted Lehigh Ferris Framework
Plan (Ordinance 09-01); and
WHEREAS, the Lehigh Ferris Framework Plan identified Site "B" as a potential
redevelopment site for higher density residential uses, based on its proximity to the Village's proposed
future downtown along Lincoln and Lehigh Avenues and the Morton Grove Metra train station; and
WHEREAS, the vacation of this portion of the Capulina Avenue public right-of-way will be
incorporated into the developable land area of Site "B" in order to facilitate the highest and best
development opportunity for this combined area of Village owned property: and
WHEREAS, the incorporation of the subject property into the Site "B" development parcel will
provide Lexington Homes, Inc., the developer who currently has an application filed for the purchase
and development of Site "B" as a Planned Unit Development under PC 17-14, the necessary additional
property to provide a much needed visitor parking lot for their proposed 36 -unit townhome
development; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Municipal Code, public notice for a
public hearing was duly published in the Pioneer Press, a newspaper of general circulation in the
Village of Morton Grove which publication took place on June I, 2017, and pursuant to the posting of
a sign on the property on June 9, 2017, and written notification sent to property owners within 250 feet
of the subject property on June 2, 2017, as required by ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Morton Grove Plan Commission held a public hearing relative to the above
referenced case on June 19, 2017, at which time all concerned parties were given the opportunity to be
present and express their views for the consideration by the Plan Commission; and, as result of said
hearing, the Plan Commission made certain recommendations and conditions through a report dated
July 18, 2017, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof and marked as Exhibit "B";
and
WHEREAS, the Plan Commission considered all the evidence and testimony presented to it,
discussed the merits of the application in light of applicable laws, including Section 12-9-5 of the
Unified Development Code, and voted to recommend approval of the vacation, with conditions; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the Village of Morton Grove Unified Development
Code, the Corporate Authorities have considered the report of the Plan Commission and find the
proposed vacation of a portion of this public right-of-way is appropriate, in the public interest, and in
accordance with applicable ordinances of the Village of Morton Grove for a vacation of a public right-
of-way.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The Corporate Authorities do hereby incorporate the foregoing WHEREAS
clauses into this Ordinance, as though fully set forth herein, thereby making the findings as
hereinabove set forth.
SECTION 2: The Corporate Authorities do hereby approve the application for PC 17-13,
request for approval for the vacation of a 2249 sq. ft. portion of the Capulina Avenue public right-of-
way subject to the following conditions:
1. The final recorded Plat of Vacation shall be in accordance with the Plat of Vacation, prepared
by Haegar Engineering, dated July 17, 2017; and
2. The applicant or his/her successors shall comply with all applicable provisions of Title 12,
Chapter 9 regarding the content, submission, and recording of the plat of vacation.
SECTION 3: The applicant or his/her successors shall file the plat of vacation with the
Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois on or before December 12, 2017, in accordance with
Section 12-9-5 of the Village Code.
SECTION 5: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage,
approval and publication in pamphlet form according to law, and the applicant or his/her successors
has recorded the Plat of Vacation, in accordance with Section 12-9-5 of the Village Code, and recorded
this Ordinance with the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois, and has provided the evidence of
such to the Village of Morton Grove.
PASSED this 14th day of August 2017.
Trustee Grear
Trustee Minx
Trustee Ramos
Trustee Thill
Trustee Travis
Trustee Witko
APPROVED by me this 14th day of August 2017.
Daniel P. DiMaria, Village President
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
APPROVED and FILED in my office this 14`h day of August 2017.
Eileen Scanlon Harford, Village Clerk
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
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Community & Economic Development Department
To: Village President and Board of Trustees
From: Steve Blonz, Chairperson, Pian Commission
Nancy Radzevich, AICP, Community and Economic Development irector
Dominick A. Argumedo, AICP, Zoning Administrator/Land-Use Planner
Date: July 18, 2017
MORTONIGROVE
Incredibly Close 4 Amazingly Open
Re: Plan Commission Case PC17-13: Request for approval of a
Preliminary/Final Plat of Vacation of a 2,249 -sq. ft. portion of the Capulina
Avenue Right of Way, located immediately west of Narragansett Avenue
and east of the Metra right of way, in accordance with Title 12, Chapter 9
of the Morton Grove Unified Development Code (Ordinance 07-07)
Commission Reoort
Public Notice
The Village of Morton Grove provided Public Notice for the June 19, 2017 Plan Commission
public hearing for PC 17-13 in accordance with the Unified Development Code. The Pioneer
Press published the public notice on June 1, 2017, and the Village notified surrounding property
owners via mail on June 2, 2011 and placed a public notice sign on the subject property on
June 9, 2017.
Overview of the Application
The Village of Morton Grove is requesting approval of a Plat of Vacation for a 2,249 -sq. ft.
portion of a public right of way located immediately west of Narragansett Avenue and east of
the Metra right of way.
The proposed portion of right of way to be vacated will be incorporated into the overall
redevelopment plan for the municipally owned properties located south of Capulina and west of
Ferris, which is collectively known as "Site B" in the Village of Morton Grove Lehigh Ferris
Framework Plan, dated January 27, 2009 (Ord.09-01). Under the current proposed
development plan from Lexington Homes through PC17-14, the proposed vacated right of way
will be utilized to provide a much needed visitor parking lot for the proposed 36 -unit townhome
Planned Unit Development. (PUD).
June 19, 2017 Public Hearing
Ms. Nancy Radzevich, Community and Economic Development Director, introduced the case and
summarized the Plan Commission staff report dated June 15, 2017, which was entered, in its
entirety, into the public record. (Attachment 1)
Chairperson Blonz asked for questions from Commissioners. There were no questions from the
Commissioners.
Chairperson Blonz asked if there was anyone present that wanted to be heard.
There was no response.
Chairperson Blonz called for a motion to approve Case PC 17-13.
Commissioner Dorgan moved to approve Case PC 16-07, an application for approval of a Plat of
Vacation for a 2,249 -sq. ft. area of the Capulina Avenue Right of Way, located immediately west
of Narragansett Avenue and east of the Metra Right of Way, in accordance with Section 12-9-5
of the Morton Grove Unified Development Code (Ordinance 07-07), with the following
conditions:
1. The Plat shall be recorded in accordance with Section 12-9-5:B.5 of the Unified
Development Code.
Commissioner Gabriel seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously (5-0, Khan and Gillespie Absent)
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Community & Economic Development Department MORTON GROVE
Incredibly Close " Amazingly Open
To: Chairperson Blonz and Members of the Pian Commission
From: Nancy Radzevich, AICP, Community & Economic Development Director
Dominick Argumedo, AICP, Zoning Administrator/Land-Use Planner
Date: lune 15, 2017
Re: PC 17-13— Application for approval of a Preliminary/Final Plat of
Vacation of a 2,249 sq. ft. area of the Capulina Avenue Right of Way,
located directly to the west of Narragansett Avenue and east of the
Metra right of way, in accordance with Title 12, Chapter 9 of Ordinance
07-07 (Village of Morton Grove Unified Development Code)
STAFF REPORT
Public Notice
The Village of Morton Grove provided Public Notice for the June 19, 2017 Plan Commission
public hearing for PC 17-13 in accordance with the Unified Development Code. The Pioneer
Press published the public notice on June 1, 2017, and the Village notified surrounding property
owners via mail on June 2, 2017 and placed a public notice sign on the subject property on
June 9, 2017.
Request Summary
Property Background
The Village of Morton Grove is requesting approval of a Preliminary/Final Plat of Vacation for a
2,249 sq. ft. portion of a public right of way located directly to the west of Narragansett Avenue
and east of the Metra Right of Way along the train tracks.
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Right of Way Vacation Context Map (Vacation area in Red, "Site B" in Blue)
The proposed portion of right of way to be vacated will be incorporated into the overall
redevelopment plan for the municipally owned properties located south of Capulina and west of
Ferris and is shown on the above map, outlined in Blue, which is collectively known as "Site B"
in the Village of Morton Grove Lehigh Ferris Framework Plan, dated January 27, 2009 (Ord.09-
01). The proposed area for vacation will provide additional land area needed to create much
needed visitor parking lot for the proposed 36 -unit townhome Planned Unit Development
proposed by Lexington homes, in PC 17-14.
Adjacent Sites and Uses
The properties that immediately abut the proposed vacated area include: vacant municipally
owned property ("Site B") to the south, Metra right of way to the west, an existing multi -family
residential development to the north, and the intersection of Narragansett and Capulina
Avenues is directly to the east.
piscussion
Comprehensive Plan
The Lehigh Ferris Framework Plan had proposed that "Site B" could be developed as higher
density residential, based on its proximity to the Village's proposed future downtown along
Lincoln and Lehigh Avenues and the train station. The vacation of this portion of the public right
of way will allow for and better facilitate the redevelopment of "Site B" with a comprehensive
redevelopment plan. In addition, the Village has no plans to utilize this property to extend
Capulina Avenue. Prior to finalizing this Plat of Vacation, village staff will ensure compliance
with all relevant Sections of 12-9-5 of the Unified Development Code.
Recommendation
Staff suggests the following motion for the Plan Commission:
Plan Commission recommends approval of the Preliminary/Final Plat of Vacation for
the 2,249 sq. It portion of the Capulina Avenue public right of way located
immediately west of Narragansett Avenue and east of the Metra right of way, subject
to the following condition:
1. The Plat shall be approved and recorded in accordance with Section 12-9-5:8. of
the Unified Development Code.
Attachments;
Application and related materials
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Legislative Summary
RESOLUTION 17-36
AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH COM ED
FOR DESIGN ENGINEERING WORK BY COM ED
FOR THE RELOCATION OF EXISTING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
TO FACILITATE THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE VILLAGE -OWNED PROPERTY
AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF FERRIS AND CAPULINA AVENUES
("SITE B")
Introduced:
Purpose:
Background:
Programs, Departments
or Groups Affected
Fiscal Impact:
Source of Funds:
Workload Impact:
Administrator
Recommendation:
First Reading:
Special Considerations or
Requirements:
July 24, 2017
To authorize the expenditure of $35,000 from the Lehigh -Ferris TIF Fund to initiate the
design engineering work by ComEd for the relocation of the existing electrical lines and
associated equipment at the Village owned property at the southwest corner of Ferris and
Capulina Avenues (Site B) .
The 2+/- acre Village -owned site at the southwest corner of Ferris and Capulina Avenues
("Site B") was identified in the Lehigh -Ferris Framework Plan as a targeted site for
redevelopment. Site B includes a former public alley right-of-way that has a number of
existing utilities, including electrical lines and associated equipment. In order to
facilitate the timely redevelopment of this site, staff is recommending the Village enter
into a work agreement with ComEd to initiate the design engineering services for the
relocation of service lines and associated equipment to facilitate the most effective and
efficient redevelopment of this property.
Public Works, Community & Economic Development.
$35,000
Lehigh -Ferris TIF Fund Account: A/C #151079-571029
Public Works and Community and Economic Development Departments will supervise
this work, as part of their regular workload.
Approval as presented.
N/A
None
Respectfully submitted:
Prepared by:
Nancy,
1ph E.
Administrator
Reviewed by:
Jo
Reviewed by:
Teresa Hoffman Liston, Corporation Counsel
1
Ztant Director Public Works
RESOLUTION 17-36
AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH COMED
FOR DESIGN WORK BY COM/ED
FOR THE RELOCATION OF EXISTING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
TO FACILITATE THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE VILLAGE -OWNED PROPERTY
AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF FERRIS AND CAPULINA AVENUES ("SITE B")
WHEREAS, the Village of Morton Grove (Village), located in Cook County, Illinois, is a home rule
unit of government under the provisions of Article 7 of the 1970 Constitution of the State of Illinois, can
exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government affairs, including but not limited to
the power to tax and incur debt; and
WHEREAS, Lehigh/Ferris Framework Plan was adopted in 2008 to define an implementable long-
term vision for redevelopment within the Lehigh/Ferris Subarea; and
WHEREAS, the Lehigh Ferris Framework Plan identified the property at the southwest corner of
Ferris and Capulina, Site "B", as a potential redevelopment site for higher density residential uses, based
on its proximity to the Village's proposed future downtown along Lincoln and Lehigh Avenues and the
Morton Grove Metra train station; and
WHEREAS, Site B is comprised of several municipally -owned properties, with common
addresses of: 8550 Ferris Avenue, 8600 Ferris Avenue, 8602 Ferris Avenue, 8608 Ferris Avenue, 8612
Ferris Avenue, 8614 Ferris Avenue, 8618 Ferris Avenue and 8620 Ferris Avenue and includes a former
public alley that was vacated by the Village in 2016 (ORD. 16-20); and
WHEREAS, within the former public alley, which intersects Site "B", there are a number of
existing utilities, including electrical lines and associated equipment; and
WHEREAS, the existing electrical lines and associated equipment along with the other existing
utilities that run within the former public alley right-of-way need to be relocated to accommodate the
redevelopment of this site; and
WHEREAS, ComEd has provided a proposed contract in the amount of thirty-five thousand
dollars ($35,000) for the design services associated with the relocation of the electrical lines and
associated equipment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The Corporate Authorities do hereby incorporate the foregoing WHEREAS clauses into
this Resolution as though fully set forth therein thereby making the findings as hereinabove set forth.
SECTION 2: The Corporate Authorities hereby authorize the Village Administrator to execute a
work agreement order for Com Ed, Inc. to complete design engineering to relocate existing utilities for Site
"B" in the amount of thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000).
SECTION 3: This Resolution shall be in full force and effect upon its passage and approval.
PASSED THIS 24th DAY OF JULY 2017
Trustee Grear
Trustee Minx
Trustee Ramos
Trustee Thill
Trustee Travis
Trustee Witko
APPROVED BY ME THIS 24th DAY OF JULY 2017
Daniel P. DiMaria, Village President
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
ATTESTED and FILED in my office
This 25th DAY OF JULY 2017
Eileen Scanlon Harford, Village Clerk
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
LIBERTYVILLE OFFICE
1500 FRANKLIN BOULEVARD
LIBERTYVILLE, ILLINOIS 60048
847-816-5579
VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE
ATTN: RALPH E. CZERWINSKI, VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR
6101 CAPULINA AVENUE
MORTON GROVE, IL 60053
For Electrical Service To:
6340 CAPULINA AVE -
MORTON GROVE, IL
Enclosed please find a copy of your Customer Work Agreement.
To ensure prompt processing of your agreement please do the following:
Date: 07113/2017
Review, sign and date the Customer Work Agreement.
Return the signed copy of the agreement and payment of $35,000.00 in the enclosed envelope, to
my attention.
Work cannot proceed until we have received the signed document with your remittance and a call to
1-866-NEW-ELEC (1-866-639-3532) letting us know your electrician has completed work and passed
required municipal government inspections. Upon approval by our Company, one copy of the document
will be retumed to you for your records.
If this contract is not returned within 30 days, it will be cancelled.
You may make payments on the ComEd website or by phone. A $2.50 Bill Matrix, Inc. convenience fee
will apply to each electronic payment transaction.
By Internet go to: https://pavmentscomed.billmatrix.com/
(for payments of $5,000 or less for Credit/Debit)
(for payments of $90,000 or less for eCheck)
Or
By Phone, Call (English & Spanish)
1-800-334-7661 (for all payments of $5,000 or less: Credit, Debit and eCheck)
1-800-588-9477 (for all payments of $5,000 or less: Credit, Debit and eCheck)
Or
By Customer Service Representatives
1-800-334-7661 (for payments of $5,000 or less for Credit/Debit)
1-800-334-7661 (for payments of $90,000 or less for eCheck)
If you have any questions concerning this contract please contact your Field Representative.
Enclosures
Sincerely,
JOHN BAKER
ENGINEERING DESIGN TECH
847-816-5579
CUSTOMER WORK AGREEMENT
P L#:
CWA#: ND160551 R:0000
Date: 07/13/2017
VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVECustomer") and ComEd ("Company") agree that the Company will furnish at the Customer's expense
the labor and materials necessary to do the work for the Customer on or adjacent to the Customer's premises at 6340
CAPULINA AVE, MORTON GROVE, IL 60053, described below.
CUSTOMER WORK AGREEMENT -7/13/2017 DEPOSIT DEPOSIT FOR ENGINEERING.
ADVANCED DEPOSIT 7/13 REQUEST PLEASE RETURN WITHIN 30 $35,000.00
DAY
TOTAL CUSTOMER CHARGE $35,000.00
The Customer agrees to pay to the Company the sum of $35,000.00, payment in full due prior to beginning of Company work.
The charges listed in this contract are for performing the work identified herein under normal field conditions. If abnormal field
conditions are encountered and additional labor and materials are required to complete the work, or if the scope of work is
altered, ComEd reserves the right to collect, and the owner agrees to pay, additional money to cover the increased costs.
The sketch, if any, attached hereto is hereby made a part of this Agreement and expressly designates ownership of the facilities
refered to.
The Total Customer Charge reflects the scope of work described in this Customer Work Agreement that will be performed by
the Company. This does not include charges for the relocation or removal of equipment owned by others, such as cable
television or communication companies, that are attached to the Company's poles. It is the Customer's responsibility to
contact these other companies to schedule the relocation or removal of their equipment from the poles. These companies
will bill the Customer separately for the work they must perform.
Work will be done during the Company's regular working hours, unless otherwise specified.
This Agreement shall be void if not accepted by the Customer within thirty days from date submited.
Transformers and metering equipment installed in conjunction with this work, shall in all cases, remain the property of the
Company.
In the event the work covered by this Agreement cannot be completed within one year from the above date as a result of delays
on the part of the Customer or because the Company has been denied access to the premises, the charge to the Customer
shall be recomputed based on the level of costs prevailing at the time of completion of the work as stipulated in the Company's
General Company Order No. 25.
This agreement is subject to the provisions of the Company's Schedule of Rates and Information and Requirements for Electric
Services as on file with the Illinois Commerce Commision.
FOR THE COMPANY: FOR APPLICANT:
JOHN BAKER
Submitted By Accepted By Signature
Accepted By Signature
RALPH E. CZERWINSKI
Print Name
VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR
Print Name Official Capacity
Account Number: 0176167016
Work Task Number: 1393610801
Mail Bills To
VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE
ATTN: RALPH E. CZERWINSKI, VILLAGE ADMINISTRATOR
6101 CAPULINA AVENUE
MORTON GROVE, IL 60053
Payment Stamp
Legislative Summary
Ordinance 17-21
AMENDING TITLE 5, "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC", CHAPTER 1,
ENTITLED "TRAFFIC ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT", SECTION 4
ENTITLED "EXPERIMENTAL OR TEMPORARY REGULATIONS" OF THE
VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE MUNICIPAL CODE
Introduced:
Purpose:
Background:
Programs,
Departments, or
Groups Affected:
Fiscal Impact:
Source of Funds:
Workload Impact:
Administrator
Recommendation:
Second Reading:
Special
Requirements:
July 10, 2017
This ordinance will amend Village Code Section 5-1-4 to allow experimental
and/or temporary traffic regulations as needed but not to exceed 180 days.
Currently, Title 5, Chapter 1, Section 4 entitled, "Experimental or Temporary
Regulations" allows the Chief of Police with the approval of the Village
Administrator to implement experimental or emergency traffic regulation without
Board approval for up to 90 days with an additional 90 day extension with the
approval of the Village Board. The Village Administrator is proposing this
section be updated to allow temporary regulations to remain in effect for up to
one hundred eighty (180) days for a trial period.
Police Department
N/A
N/A
The management and supervision of this section will be performed by the
Administration, Legal, and Police Departments as part of their normal operations.
Approval as presented
Required — Code Book Change
None
Adminis or Approval
Liston, Corporation Counsel
ORDINANCE 17-21
AMENDING TITLE 5, "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC", CHAPTER 1,
ENTITLED "TRAFFIC ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT", SECTION 4
ENTITLED "EXPERIMENTAL OR TEMPORARY REGULATIONS"
OF THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE MUNICIPAL CODE
WHEREAS, the Village of Morton Grove (VILLAGE), located in Cook County, Illinois,
is a home rule unit of government under the provisions of Article 7 of the 1970 Constitution of
the State of Illinois, can exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its
government affairs, including but not limited to the power to tax and incur debt; and
WHEREAS, the Village is continually in the process of reviewing and, as necessary,
updating existing Municipal Ordinances; and
WHEREAS, currently, Title 5, Chapter 1, Section 4 entitled, "Experimental or
Temporary Regulations" allows the Chief of Police with the approval of the Village
Administrator to implement experimental or emergency traffic regulation without Board
approval for up to ninety (90) days with an additional ninety (90) day extension with the
approval of the Village Board ; and
WHEREAS, the Village Administrator is recommending this section now be updated to
allow the Chief of Police and Village Administrator to allow for provisions of the various traffic
ordinances of the Village to be changed for emergencies and/or special conditions on a
temporary or experimental basis for a time period not to exceed one hundred eighty (180) days.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The Corporate Authorities do hereby incorporate the foregoing
WHEREAS clauses into this Ordinance as though fully set forth therein thereby making the
findings as hereinabove set forth.
SECTION 2: Title 5, Chapter 1, Section 4 of the Municipal Code of the Village of
Morton Grove is hereby amended by repealing the current Section in its entirety and replacing it
with a new Title 5, Chapter 1, Section 4 entitled, "EXPERIMENTAL OR TEMPORARY
REGULATIONS PROVIDED" to read as follows:
5-1-4: EXPERIMENTAL OR TEMPORARY REGULATIONS
PROVIDED: The Chief of Police, with the approval of the
Village Administrator is hereby empowered to make regulations necessary to
effectuate the provisions of the traffic ordinances of the Village and to make and
enforce temporary or experimental regulations to cover emergencies or special
conditions. No such temporary or experimental regulations shall remain in effect
for more than one hundred eighty (180) days.
SECTION 3: The terms and conditions of this ordinance shall be severable and if any
section, term, provision, or condition is found to be invalid or unenforceable by any reason by a
court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining sections, terms, provisions, and conditions, shall
remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 4: In the event this ordinance or any Code amendment herein is in conflict
with any statute, ordinance, or resolution or part thereof, the amendments in this ordinance shall
be controlling and shall supersede all other statutes, ordinances, or resolutions but only to the
extent of such conflict. Except as amended in this ordinance, all chapters and sections of the
Village of Morton Grove Village Code are hereby restated, readopted, and shall remain in full
force and effect.
SECTION 5: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage,
approval, and publication in pamphlet form according to law.
PASSED this 24th day of July 2017.
Trustee Grear
Trustee Minx
Trustee Ramos
Trustee Thill
Trustee Travis
Trustee Witko
APPROVED by me this 24th day of July 2017.
Daniel P. DiMaria, Village President
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois
ATTESTED and FILED in my office
this 25th day of July 2017.
Eileen Scanlon Harford, Village Clerk
Village of Morton Grove
Cook County, Illinois