Arlington Heights public meetings in 2024

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Arlington Heights Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will consider approval of the minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting, a closed‑session item concerning employee appointments and discipline, and the final Police Officer Eligibility List. The board will also vote on the eligibility of specific police officer candidates. The meeting includes a public comment period for residents.

• Approval of minutes from December 11, 2024 (open session)
• Closed‑session discussion of 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) employee appointment and discipline matters
• Approval of final Police Officer Eligibility List
• Vote on eligibility of specific police officer candidates

Conceptual Plan Review Committee

The Conceptual Plan Review Committee is meeting to discuss several subdivision and land use proposals. The body will review requests for rezoning residential lots and variations for commercial uses.

• 1515 S. Douglas Ave.: Proposed rezoning from R-1 to R-3 and subdivision of one lot into 3 lots
• 3350 W. Salt Creek Ln.: Land Use Variation for wholesale bakery production and waiver of traffic/parking study
• 318 E. Emerson St.: Proposed rezoning from R-1 to R-3 and preliminary/final plat of subdivision
• 121 W. Campbell St. (Omni Arcade): Planned Unit Development for land use variation to permit a small amusement facility

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a land use variation for a tattoo parlor. The body will also conduct an annual review of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing for Cherepovich Tattoo at 417 S. Arlington Heights Rd. (PC#24-011) to allow a tattoo parlor in the B-2 District
• Annual Review of the Comprehensive Plan

Senior Citizens Commission

The Senior Citizens Commission will approve the November 18, 2024 meeting minutes, receive a chairperson's report and a liaison report, and open a public comment period. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of November 18, 2024 minutes
• Chairperson's report
• Liaison report
• Public comment period

Senior Citizens Commission

The Senior Citizens Commission will consider several reports, including the Chairperson report, liaison report, nonprofit corporation update, Senior Center Advisory Council update, and Age‑Friendly Community Certification items. The meeting will also address any old business, new business, and public comments. No specific decisions, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Chairperson Report
• Liaison Report
• Non‑for‑Profit Corporation Report
• Senior Center Advisory Council Report
• Age‑Friendly Community Certification reports (Transportation & Affordable Housing, Communication)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider recommending the issuance of Class A liquor licenses to two local businesses, Tacosrus and El Tacazo Grill, subject to specific compliance requirements.

• Recommendation for Tacosrus, LLC. dba Cilantro Taco Grill at 6 S. Dunton Avenue
• Recommendation for El Tacazo Grill, LLC. dba El Tacazo Grill at 1609 W. Campbell Street
• Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes from November 2024
• Public comment period for agenda items not listed
• Meeting held at 33 S. Arlington Heights Rd

Village Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will vote on several contracts for water facility infrastructure and security. The meeting includes budget amendments for solar panel installation and theater dimmer racks, as well as a proposal regarding the Cook County Paid Leave Ordinance.

• Contract for security fencing at water facilities with American Fence Professionals
• Budget amendment for solar panel installation at the Public Works Facility with Verde Solutions LLC
• Budget amendment for replacement dimmer racks at the Metropolis Theater
• Code amendment to increase Class A liquor licenses
• Ordinance opting school and park districts out of the Cook County Paid Leave Ordinance

Senior Citizens Commission

The Transportation and Affordable Housing Subcommittee of the Senior Citizens Commission will meet to review reports on these two topics. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports.

• Transportation Report
• Affordable Housing Report

Environmental Commission

The Arlington Heights Environmental Commission will approve the November 19, 2024 meeting minutes, receive reports, and discuss two old‑business items: landfill diversion and education, and the village's 2025 environmental goals. The meeting also includes new business, other business, and a public comment period.

• Approval of November 19, 2024 minutes
• Landfill diversion and education (old business)
• 2025 environmental goals (old business)

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Arlington Heights Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will conduct its regular procedural business, including approval of the November 6, 2024 minutes (both open and closed). A closed session will address employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal matters. The board will also consider approving the final Firefighter Eligibility List.

• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2024 (open session)
• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2024 (closed session)
• Closed session on employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal
• Approval of final Firefighter Eligibility List
• Public comment period

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to review old business and new proposals. The body is discussing ongoing projects including a film festival and art grant opportunities.

• Film Festival
• Arts Walk
• Light Projection Mapping
• Art Grant Opportunities
• Road Scholar Speaker

General

The Special Events Commission will meet to approve minutes from November 20, 2024, and discuss plans for the 2025 'Hearts of Gold' and 'Swing into Spring' events, as well as the 2024 Tree Lighting.

• Approval of November 20, 2024, minutes
• Discussion of Hearts of Gold 2025
• Discussion of Tree Lighting 2024
• Discussion of Swing into Spring 2025

Design Commission

The Design Commission will review four new business items involving residential additions and commercial signage. The body will consider requests for sign variations and a new commercial project.

• DC#24-075: Single-family addition at 1021 N. Stratford Rd.
• DC#24-069: Arlington Heights Park District sign variation at 750 W. Northwest Hwy.
• DC#24-071: Chase Bank sign variation at 585 E. Palatine Rd.
• DC#24-076: Qargo Coffee commercial project at 4 W. Rand Rd.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Arlington Heights Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Dec. 9, 2024. During the meeting, the board will consider two pending appeals: ZBA#24-040 for the property at 1237 N. Dunton Ave., and ZBA#24-043 for the property at 907 E. Hackberry Dr. No other business items are listed beyond standard procedural items.

• ZBA#24-040 – appeal for 1237 N. Dunton Ave.
• ZBA#24-043 – appeal for 907 E. Hackberry Dr.

Village Board of Trustees

The Arlington Heights Village Board will consider a consent agenda covering routine items. New business includes a resolution to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with School Districts 15, 211, and 214 and CBFC Development LLC for redevelopment of the former Arlington International Racecourse property. The Board will also consider an ordinance to levy, assess, and collect taxes for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2025. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Resolution approving MOU with School Districts 15, 211, 214 and CBFC Development LLC for redevelopment of former Arlington International Racecourse property
• Ordinance providing for levy, assessment, and collection of taxes for the fiscal year 2025

Youth Commission

The Arlington Heights Youth Commission will review reports from local agencies, approve the October 17, 2024 meeting minutes, and discuss several upcoming teen‑focused initiatives. Old business includes further development of a Fall/Winter volunteer project, promotion of the Snow Shoveling Referral Program to teens, and initial planning for the 2025 Teen Job Fair. No new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approve October 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Develop and plan the Fall/Winter volunteer initiative for community teens
• Discuss promotion of the Snow Shoveling Referral Program to teens
• Start initial planning for the Teen Job Fair 2025

Foreign Fire Tax Insurance Board

The board is meeting to discuss old and new business regarding fire department resources. Topics include equipment for the dive team and audio systems, as well as fitness and education reimbursements.

• Education reimbursements
• House fund requests
• Audio equipment
• Tuition program
• Dive team

Village Board of Trustees

The Arlington Heights Village Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget and consider a consent agenda covering several contracts and resolutions. Items include a budget amendment for a dimmer rack at the Metropolis Theater, vendor expenses exceeding $25,000 for 2025, street‑rehabilitation engineering services, an aerial truck purchase for Public Works, and a traffic‑signal design agreement. New business includes ordinances to levy and abate taxes and to adopt the 2025 budget and appropriations.

• Ordinance approving amendment to the 2024 budget for replacement of a dimmer rack at the Metropolis Theater
• Resolution approving vendor expenses over $25,000 in aggregate for calendar year 2025
• Resolution authorizing the agreement for the 2025 MFT Street Rehabilitation and Street Reconstruction Engineering Services
• Resolution approving an aerial truck vehicle purchase for Public Works
• Ordinance adopting the 2025 budget and appropriations ordinance

Arlington Economic Alliance

The Arlington Economic Alliance will approve the minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting. Members will review the Zero Interest Loan Program and the 2024 Economic Alliance Work Plan. The board will consider the Economic Alliance Work Plan for 2025.

• Approval of minutes from 9/18/2024
• Review of Zero Interest Loan Program
• Review of Economic Alliance Work Plan – 2024
• Consideration of Economic Alliance Work Plan – 2025

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will review an affordable housing plan for townhomes at 3310 and 3255 N. Old Arlington Heights Road. The body will also consider CDBG grant applications for group home rehabilitation from three organizations. Other discussions include the Affordable Housing Trust Fund and village-owned property strategies.

• Affordable Housing Plan review for 3310 & 3255 N. Old Arlington Heights Road Townhomes
• CDBG Group Home Rehabilitation Grant applications from Clearbrook, Little City Foundation, and Shelter, Inc.
• Status update on Inclusionary Affordable Housing Projects
• Discussion on Arlington Heights Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Proposed development strategy for Village Owned Properties

General

The Special Events Commission will consider approval of its September 11, 2024 minutes and discuss three recurring community events: the 2024 Tree Lighting, the 2025 Hearts of Gold celebration, and the 2025 Swing Into Spring program. No new business or contracts are listed.

• Approval of September 11, 2024 Special Events Commission minutes
• Discussion of Tree Lighting 2024
• Discussion of Hearts of Gold 2025
• Discussion of Swing Into Spring 2025

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board will meet to elect a Chairperson and vote on the eligibility of specific candidates. The meeting includes a closed session to conduct oral interviews for the position of Police Officer.

• Oral interviews for Police Officer position
• Election of Chairperson
• Vote on eligibility of specific candidates

Environmental Commission

The Arlington Heights Environmental Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its October 15, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes reports and discussion of old business items such as landfill diversion and education, the commission's 2024 goals, and a review of the village business plan. No specific new business items are listed. The meeting will conclude with a public comment period.

• Approve October 15, 2024 minutes
• Discuss landfill diversion and education program
• Review commission 2024 goals
• Review village business plan
• Public comment session

Board of Trustees of the Fire Pension Fund

The Board of Trustees of the Fire Pension Fund will discuss the proposed 2025 budget and review Q3 2024 financial reports. The board will also address spousal survivor benefits and duty disability pension updates.

• Proposed 2025 Budget
• IPPFA invoice of $825.00 for 2025 membership
• Spousal benefits for Retired FF/Captain Jerry Leligdon
• Duty Disability Pension application update for FF Steven Landt
• Spousal Survivor Benefits update for FF Phillip Palczynski

Senior Citizens Commission

The Arlington Heights Senior Citizens Commission will convene to approve minutes from October 21, 2024, and receive reports from the Chairperson and Liaison. The meeting will also include time for public comment on agenda items.

• Approval of October 21, 2024, minutes
• Chairperson's Report
• Liaison Report
• Public Comment

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to approve minutes from previous hearings and consider new business regarding four specific addresses. The board is reviewing zoning applications for properties on S. Dunton Ave., N. Belmont Ave., E. Walden Ln., and S. Vail Ave.

• ZBA#24-034: 223 S. Dunton Ave.
• ZBA#24-036: 32 N. Belmont Ave.
• ZBA#24-038: 2421 E. Walden Ln.
• ZBA#24-039: 850 S. Vail Ave.

Senior Citizens Commission

The Senior Citizens Commission will approve the minutes from its October 21, 2024 meeting. It will receive a series of reports, including the Chairperson, Liaison, nonprofit corporation, Senior Center Advisory Council, legislation, and Age‑Friendly Community Certification updates. The commission will also consider any old and new business items and recognize the Kenneth Hood Award recipient before opening the floor for public comment.

• Approve minutes of October 21, 2024
• Chairperson report
• Senior Center Advisory Council report
• Age‑Friendly Community Certification reports (Transportation & Affordable Housing, Communication)
• Kenneth Hood Award presentation

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive a presentation on the Chamber of Commerce financials for Harmony Fest Featuring the Taste of Arlington Heights.

• Presentation of Chamber of Commerce Financials for Harmony Fest Featuring the Taste of Arlington Heights

Village Board of Trustees

The Arlington Heights Village Board will consider a Consent Agenda that includes several resolutions and an ordinance. Items include an agreement with Sikich for audit services, purchases of a utility tractor and a step van for Public Works, and an all‑way stop sign ordinance at South Dunton Avenue and West South Street. Additional items cover a park district agreement for the Klehm Park underground detention basin, stormwater improvement contracts, and a downtown train station paver brick contract. The meeting also features routine approvals of minutes, accounts payable, and public recognitions.

• Resolution approving an Agreement with Sikich for Audit Services
• Resolution to Approve Purchase of Multi‑Purpose Utility Tractor for Public Works
• Ordinance Approving All‑Way Stop Signs at the Intersection of South Dunton Avenue and West South Street
• Resolution – Intergovernmental Agreement – Park District – Construction, Operation and Maintenance of Klehm Park Underground Detention Basin
• Resolution Approving 2024 Downtown Train Station Paver Brick Contract

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review department budgets and provide final recommendations to the Board of Trustees regarding the 2025 Budget and the 2024 Property Tax Levy payable in 2025.

• Final recommendation for the 2024 Property Tax Levy payable in 2025
• Final recommendation for the 2025 Budget
• Review of budgets for Fire, Public Works, Planning & Community Development, and Boards and Commissions
• Discussion regarding Metropolis Performing Arts Centre

Senior Citizens Commission

The Senior Citizens Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports on transportation and affordable housing. No new business or specific decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Transportation Report
• Affordable Housing Report

Plan Commission

The Arlington Heights Plan Commission will approve minutes from two prior meetings and will discuss a proposed subdivision at 1920 N. Chestnut Ave. The proposal would divide one lot into four residential lots and create an on‑site detention lot. No other agenda items are listed.

• Approve minutes for Arlington Structural Steel – 1727 E. Davis St. (9/25/24)
• Approve minutes for Arlington Ridge Center – 660 N. Ridge Ave. (9/25/24)
• Review Chestnut LaSalle Subdivision (T1841) – subdivide 1920 N. Chestnut Ave. into four residential lots and one on‑site detention lot

Commission for Citizens with Disabilities

The Arlington Heights Commission for Citizens with Disabilities will review old business items, including the Disability Employment Awareness Award and recent presentations. In new business, the commission will discuss the Transportation Subcommittee meeting and Metropolis hosting the RTA's Suburban Transit Summit. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Disability Employment Awareness Award – news or events to share
• Review recent presentation and consider new ideas
• Transportation Subcommittee meeting
• Metropolis hosting the RTA's Suburban Transit Summit

Design Commission

The Design Commission will meet to review design applications for two new single-family residences. The body will also approve the minutes from the October 22, 2024, meeting.

• DC#24-065: New single-family home at 407 S. Pine Ave.
• DC#24-066: New single-family home at 419 S. Pine Ave.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the Arlington Heights Memorial Library budget and the 2025 Village Budget overview. The meeting includes a review of specific department budgets, including Police, Finance, and Human Resources.

• Arlington Heights Memorial Library Budget Review
• Village Budget Overview for 2025
• Police department budget review
• Finance department budget review
• Building & Life Safety department budget review

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will consider approving the final eligibility list for police officer applicants and will vote on the eligibility of specific candidates. A closed session will address employee appointments, compensation, discipline, and conduct oral interviews for a police officer position. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Approval of final Police Officer Eligibility List
• Vote on eligibility of specific police officer candidates
• Closed session discussion of employee appointments, compensation, discipline, and performance
• Closed session oral interviews for the Police Officer position
• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2024 (including a closed portion)

Building Code Review Board

The Arlington Heights Building Code Review Board will meet on November 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the Commissions Room. The board will approve minutes from the July 24, 2023 meeting and discuss several proposed text amendments to the village building code. Items include changes to Chapter 27‑102 for aerial fire apparatus access roads and AHJ consistency, as well as amendments to Chapters 23‑302 and 23‑702 addressing certificate of occupancy and discrepancy issues.

• Chapter 27‑102 text amendment – Aerial Fire Apparatus Access Roads
• Chapter 27‑102 text amendment – Consistency with reference to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
• Chapter 23‑302 text amendment – Certificate of Occupancy
• Chapter 23‑302 & Chapter 27‑102 text amendments – Discrepancies
• Chapter 23‑702 text amendment – Discrepancy

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will interview Mark Porwit for appointment to the Environmental Commission. It will consider recommending to the Liquor Commissioner a Class A license for Sun Shui AYCE Corporation at 155 W Rand Road, contingent on surrender of an existing license and a lease. It will also consider recommending Class B and Class T licenses for Maniya Inc dba Elm's Liquors at 906 W Northwest Highway, contingent on surrender of an existing license, a lease, and a certificate of insurance.

• Interview of Mark Porwit for Environmental Commission appointment (term ending April 30, 2026)
• Recommendation of Class A liquor license to Sun Shui AYCE Corp dba Sun Shui, 155 W Rand Road
• Recommendation of Class B and Class T liquor licenses to Maniya Inc dba Elm's Liquors, 906 W Northwest Highway
• Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes from 10/07/2024 and 10/15/2024

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider a Consent Agenda that includes several resolutions and recommendations. Items include an amendment to an agreement with Catholic Charities, emergency repairs to Well #16, and liquor license recommendations for two businesses. The Board will also vote on a contract for the Downtown Signage Program and a letter of understanding for IDOT maintenance responsibilities. New business includes a Planned Unit Development amendment for the Doctors Subdivision and an appointment to the Environmental Commission.

• Resolution approving an amendment to the agreement with Catholic Charities and Senior Center
• Resolution approving Well #16 emergency repairs
• Recommendation for a Class A liquor license to Sun Shui AYCE Corporation dba Sun Shui at 155 W Rand Road
• Recommendation for Class B and Class T liquor licenses to Maniya Inc dba Elm's Liquors at 906 W Northwest Highway
• Resolution approving the award of a contract with Michael's Signs, Inc. for the Downtown Signage Program

Board of Trustees of the Police Pension Fund

The Board of Trustees of the Police Pension Fund will meet to approve bills, review investment reports, and discuss the transfer of assets to IPOPIF. The agenda includes updates on new hires, disability applications, and the municipal tax levy request.

• Approval of the Check Register
• Quarterly Investment Report - Wall Capital Group
• Review/Approve Actuarial Valuation and Municipal Tax Levy request
• New Hires Daniel Halter and Zackary Hicks
• Establish 2024 Board Meeting Dates

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will approve minutes for the Arlington 425 extension of a Planned Unit Development. It will hold a public hearing on a Planned Unit Development amendment for the Doctors Subdivision at 2010-2020 S. Arlington Heights Rd. It will also hear Chapter 28 text amendments to the permitted use table.

• Approve minutes for Arlington 425 extension of PUD (dated 10/9/24)
• Public hearing on Doctors Subdivision PUD amendment (PC#24-001)
• Public hearing on Chapter 28 permitted‑use table amendment (PC#24-016)

Design Commission

The Design Commission will review several development proposals, including a continued review of a home addition and a commercial project, and will present the 2024 Alan F. Bombick Award.

• Review of DC#24-059: 416 N. Lincoln Ln. (continued from 9/24/24)
• Review of DC#23-029: Full Circle Communities/Grace Terrace (continued)
• Review of DC#24-051: Chase Bank at 1 N. Dunton Ave.
• Presentation of the 2024 Alan F. Bombick Award
• Public comment period for agenda items

General

The Senior Citizens Commission Transportation/Housing Sub‑Committee will approve the September 16, 2024 meeting minutes. The committee will receive a transportation report and an affordable housing report. Members will discuss any old business and consider new business items. The meeting will also include announcements, public comment, and adjournment.

• Approval of September 16, 2024 minutes
• Transportation Report
• Affordable Housing Report
• Old Business discussion
• New Business discussion

General

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no specific projects, contracts, or ordinances listed for decision or discussion.

Senior Citizens Commission

The Senior Citizens Commission will meet to receive reports on the Age-Friendly Community Certification. Discussions will include transportation, affordable housing, and communication.

• Transportation & Affordable Housing Report
• Communication Report
• Age-Friendly Community Certification update

Village Board of Trustees

The Arlington Heights Village Board will approve a consent agenda including contracts for water main replacement, public works wash bay improvements, and arts center agreements. The meeting also includes a public hearing and new business items regarding zoning and a red flag resolution.

• Resolution to approve 2025 Water Main Replacement Program engineering design and construction observation services
• Resolution to approve contract for Public Works Wash Bay improvements
• Resolution to authorize agreement with Performing Arts at Metropolis
• Public hearing on Chapter 28 Red Flag Resolution at 106-110 W. Eastman Ave.
• New business: Arlington 425 PUD and plat extension approvals

Youth Commission

The Arlington Heights Youth Commission will receive reports from the library, park district, police department, schools, and members at large. It will continue work on its Fall/Winter volunteer initiative, the 2024 Voting Awareness Project, and updates to the Snow Shoveling Referral Program. New business includes initial planning for the 2025 Teen Job Fair.

• Report from Library
• Report from Park District
• Report from Police Department
• Fall/Winter volunteer initiative for teens
• Planning for 2025 Teen Job Fair

Arts Commission

The Arlington Heights Arts Commission will consider old business items including the Film Festival, Arts Walk, Light Projection Mapping, and Art Grant Opportunities. The meeting will also address new business, approve the September 11, 2024 minutes, and allow public comment.

• Approval of September 11, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Film Festival
• Discussion of Arts Walk
• Discussion of Light Projection Mapping
• Discussion of Art Grant Opportunities

Ordinance Review Committee

The Arlington Heights Ordinance Review Committee meeting on October 16, 2024 will review old business and then discuss new business, specifically Chapter 28 text amendments to the permitted use table. The committee will also address other business, public comment, and adjourn. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Chapter 28 text amendments – permitted use table

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will approve the minutes from the September 16, 2024 meeting. It will then discuss the Rental Housing Inspection Program. No other business is listed. The meeting will conclude with public comment and adjournment.

• Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes dated 9-16-2024
• Discussion of Rental Housing Inspection Program

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Arlington Heights Zoning Board of Appeals meets on October 15, 2024 at 7:00 PM. The board will review and decide on five pending appeals (ZBA#24-028 through ZBA#24-032) for properties at 936 N. Chestnut Ave., 606 W. Braeside Dr., 326 E. Magnolia St., 2000 N. Chestnut Ave., and 1308 N. Arlington Heights Rd. After agenda items, the board will open a public comment period.

• ZBA#24-028 – 936 N. Chestnut Ave.
• ZBA#24-029 – 606 W. Braeside Dr.
• ZBA#24-030 – 326 E. Magnolia St.
• ZBA#24-031 – 2000 N. Chestnut Ave.
• ZBA#24-032 – 1308 N. Arlington Heights Rd.

General

The Environmental Commission will review its ongoing projects, including landfill diversion and related educational materials, the village sustainability plan, and the commission’s goals for 2024. No new business items are listed, so the meeting focuses on updates and discussion of existing initiatives.

• Landfill Diversion & Educational Materials
• Sustainability Plan
• 2024 Commission Goals

General

The Special Events Commission is meeting to review old business regarding several community events. The body will discuss the Autumn Harvest 2024, Tree Lighting 2024, Hearts of Gold 2025, and Swing Into Spring 2025.

• Autumn Harvest 2024
• Tree Lighting 2024
• Hearts of Gold 2025
• Swing Into Spring 2025

Plan Commission

The Arlington Heights Plan Commission will approve minutes for the Chapter 28 Red Flag Resolution covering 106-110 W. Eastman Ave. It will hold a public hearing on the Doctors Subdivision Planned Unit Development amendment (2010-2020 S. Arlington Heights Rd., PC#24-001). The commission will also consider extending the Arlington 425 PUD and approving a preliminary plat for a resubdivision (Sigwalt/Chestnut/Highland, PC#21-002). Public comment will be allowed after agenda items.

• Approve minutes for Chapter 28 Red Flag Resolution (106-110 W. Eastman Ave.)
• Public hearing on Doctors Subdivision Planned Unit Development amendment (2010-2020 S. Arlington Heights Rd., PC#24-001)
• Consider Arlington 425 extension of PUD and preliminary plat of resubdivision approvals (Sigwalt/Chestnut/Highland, PC#21-002)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider recommending three liquor license applications to the Liquor Commissioner. The applications are for a Class B/BB Supplemental and Class T license for Bitter & Sweet Cocktail Boutique Inc at 157 N. Evergreen, a Class DD license for Arlington Lanes ENT LLC at 3435 N. Kennicott Avenue, and a Class A license for AHTIL GVX LLC (Golf VX) at 644 Rand Road. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Recommend issuance of a Class B/BB Supplemental and Class T liquor license to Bitter & Sweet Cocktail Boutique Inc (dba Bitter & Sweet Cocktails) at 157 N. Evergreen
• Recommend issuance of a Class DD liquor license to Arlington Lanes ENT LLC (dba Arlington Lanes) at 3435 N. Kennicott Avenue
• Recommend issuance of a Class A liquor license to AHTIL GVX LLC (dba Golf VX) at 644 Rand Road
• Approve Committee of the Whole minutes from September 9, 2024
• Public comment period for topics not on the agenda

Village Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review several liquor license applications and code amendments. The meeting includes votes on contracts for fire station repairs, museum flooring, and parking garage engineering services.

• Liquor license issuance for Arlington Lanes at 3435 N Kennicott Avenue
• Code amendments to increase Class A, B, B/BB Supplemental, and T liquor licenses for Golf VX and Bitter & Sweet Cocktails
• Contract for flooring replacement at the Historical Museum - Old Soda Pop Factory
• Contract for masonry repairs at Fire Station #1
• Ordinance prohibiting parking on the north side of East Park Street

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to approve the final Fire Lieutenants' Promotional Eligibility List. The board will also vote on the eligibility of specific candidates.

• Approval of final Fire Lieutenants' Promotional Eligibility List
• Vote on eligibility of specific candidates
• Closed session regarding employee appointment, compensation, discipline, or dismissal

Conceptual Plan Review Committee

The Conceptual Plan Review Committee will approve minutes for eight previously reviewed projects, including Verizon Wireless Cell Tower and Berkshire Senior Living Residence. The committee will then discuss a Planned Unit Development for Arlington Structural Steel at 1727 E. Davis St. with a setback variation. Finally, it will consider rezoning, a comprehensive plan amendment, a Planned Unit Development amendment, a special use permit, and other variations for Arlington Ridge Center at 660 N. Ridge Ave.

• Approve minutes for eight projects: Verizon Wireless Cell Tower (1500 W. Shure Dr.), Berkshire Senior Living Residence (8-12 S. Beverly Ln.), Qargo Coffee (4 W. Rand Rd.), Car Mania Auto Sales (533 S. Arthur Ave.), Spent Grain Brewing (17 N. Vail Ave.), Townhomes (3255-3310 N. Old Arlington Heights Rd.), Urban Air at Arlington Plaza (30 W. Rand Rd.), ICON Studio (3375 N. Arlington Heights Rd.)
• Review Arlington Structural Steel Planned Unit Development at 1727 E. Davis St. – includes setback variation
• Review Arlington Ridge Center rezoning at 660 N. Ridge Ave. – includes comprehensive plan amendment, Planned Unit Development amendment, special use permit, and variations
• Public comment period for any subject not on the agenda
• Other business and adjournment

Design Commission

The Arlington Heights Design Commission will consider two new business items: a single‑family addition at 416 N. Lincoln Ln. and a multi‑family townhome project on East Country Lane at 3310 N. Old Arlington Heights Rd. The meeting will also approve the minutes from 9/10/24 and address any other business. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• DC#24-059 – review of a single‑family addition at 416 N. Lincoln Ln.
• DC#24-058 – review of East Country Lane townhomes (multi‑family) at 3310 N. Old Arlington Heights Rd.
• Approval of minutes from 9/10/24

Board of Health

The Arlington Heights Board of Health will vote to approve the minutes from its June 3, 2024 meeting. It will receive updates from the Health & Human Services Director, Nursing Services, and Social Services. The agenda also includes old business, new business, announcements, and a public comment period.

• Approval of June 3, 2024 minutes
• Health & Human Services Director update
• Nursing Services update
• Social Services update
• Public comment period

General

The Youth Commission will meet to discuss a fall/winter project focused on teen volunteering or reducing screen time. Members will also review resources for the 2024 Voting Awareness Project and promotion for the snow shoveling referral program.

• Fall/Winter Project regarding teen volunteering or reduced screen time
• 2024 Voting Awareness Project resource review
• Snow Shoveling Referral Program promotion for teens

Arlington Economic Alliance

The Arlington Economic Alliance will review its 2024 work plan, adopt a new budget, and discuss a zero‑interest loan program. The meeting includes development updates and a report on the Arlington Alfresco project. Decisions are expected on the budget and loan program, while the work plan is revisited as old business.

• Economic Alliance Work Plan – 2024 (old business)
• Economic Alliance Budget (new business)
• Zero Interest Loan Program (new business)

Housing Commission

The Arlington Heights Housing Commission will discuss several housing‑related items, including a review of the Shelter Inc. CDBG ordinance and the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. It will also consider village‑owned property issues, the Illinois Affordable Housing Planning and Appeal Act, and a request for a joint meeting with the Senior Citizens Commission. Old business items such as the Single Family Rehab Program and the Affordable Housing Trust Fund will be revisited.

• Shelter Inc. CDBG Ordinance Review
• Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Review
• Village Owned Property discussion
• Illinois Affordable Housing Planning and Appeal Act
• Request for joint meeting with Senior Citizens Commission

Senior Citizens Commission

The Arlington Heights Senior Citizens Commission will meet on September 16, 2024. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the August 19, 2024 meeting and hearing transportation and housing reports. It also provides time for old business, new business, announcements, and a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker. No specific resolutions or contracts are listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 19, 2024
• Transportation report
• Housing report
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker)

General

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or projects are listed for discussion.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will vote on recommending a Class B and T liquor license to 1918 Winter Street Illinois LLC doing business as Mariano's #501, located at 802 E Northwest Highway, to take effect when ownership transfers and the current license is relinquished. The meeting also includes interviews of candidates for appointments to the Board of Code Review (Electrical) and several seats on the Performing Arts Metropolis Board of Directors. No other substantive business is listed.

• Recommend Class B and T liquor license for 1918 Winter Street Illinois LLC dba Mariano's #501 at 802 E Northwest Highway
• Interview Michal Wiski for appointment to Board of Code Review (Electrical) – term ends 4/30/2027
• Interview Jill Geimer for President of Performing Arts Metropolis Board of Directors – term ends 9/16/2027
• Interview Dave Kunicki for member of Performing Arts Metropolis Board of Directors – term ends 9/16/2027
• Interview Susan Thomson for member of Performing Arts Metropolis Board of Directors – term ends 9/16/2026

Senior Citizens Commission

The Senior Citizens Commission will meet to receive reports on the Age-Friendly Community Certification, specifically regarding transportation, affordable housing, and communication. The meeting also includes reports from the Senior Center Advisory Council and the Kenneth Hood Award.

• Transportation & Affordable Housing Report
• Communication Report
• Senior Center Advisory Council report
• Kenneth Hood Award report

Village Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will vote on the issuance of Series 2024 General Obligation Bonds and development and economic incentive agreements for the Arlington Gateway project. The meeting also includes several ordinances regarding local businesses and utility fee amendments.

• Issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024
• Development and Economic Incentive Agreements for Arlington Gateway at the southeast corner of Algonquin Road and Arlington Heights Road
• Ordinance amending water and sewer maintenance fees
• Liquor license for Mariano's #501 at 802 E Northwest Highway
• Ordinances for Spent Grain Brewing (17 N. Vail Ave.) and The Moorings Independent Living Expansion (811 E. Central Rd.)

Commission for Citizens with Disabilities

The Arlington Heights Commission for Citizens with Disabilities will meet to approve minutes, review old business like transportation and estate planning, and discuss a presentation from an independent living advocacy manager.

• Approval of June 11, 2024 minutes
• Review of Frontier Days event
• Presentation on Guardianship/Estate Planning
• Public comment from Progress Center for Independent Living
• Discussion of transportation and disability employment awards

Arts Commission

The Arlington Heights Arts Commission will consider several ongoing projects, including the Film Festival, Arts Walk, Light Projection Mapping, and Art Grant Opportunities. The meeting also includes a segment for new business, public comment, and routine items such as approval of minutes. No decisions or dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Film Festival (old business)
• Arts Walk (old business)
• Light Projection Mapping (old business)
• Art Grant Opportunities (old business)
• Public comment period for any topic not on the agenda

Design Commission

The Design Commission will meet to discuss two new business items involving single-family teardowns. The body will also review the minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting.

• DC#24-049(H): Single-family teardown at 32 N. Belmont Ave
• DC#24-055: Single-family teardown at 1627 N. Evergreen Ave

Environmental Commission

The Arlington Heights Environmental Commission meeting on September 10, 2024 will review several old‑business items, including a proposed ban on gasoline‑powered leaf blowers, a landfill diversion program with educational materials, the village’s sustainability plan, and the commission’s goals for 2024. The agenda also calls for approval of the June 11, 2024 meeting minutes and includes a public comment period.

• Approval of June 11, 2024 minutes
• Gasoline Powered Leaf Blower Ban (discussion)
• Landfill Diversion & Educational Materials (discussion)
• Sustainability Plan (discussion)
• 2024 Commission Goals (discussion)

General

The Foreign Fire Tax Insurance Board will review old business items such as education reimbursements, house fund requests, and mental health services. It will also consider new business items including a fitness initiative, winter hats, breast cancer T‑shirts, and SCBA training equipment. No specific decisions or approvals are indicated in the agenda.

• Education Reimbursements
• House Fund Requests
• Fitness Initiative
• Winter Hats
• SCBA Training Prop

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss new business regarding two specific properties. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings concerning other local addresses.

• New business: 900 S Evergreen Ave (ZBA#24-025)
• New business: 737 S Vail Ave (ZBA#24-026)
• Approval of minutes for 202 S Highland Ave
• Approval of minutes for 810 N Kennicott Ave
• Approval of minutes for 824 N Ridge Ave

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2025 budget ceiling and proposed adjustments to water and sewer rates. Members will also review credit card service charges and a potential solar panel installation at the Public Works Garage.

• 2025 Budget Ceiling Update discussion
• Proposed Water and Sewer Rate Adjustment
• Proposed Solar Panel Installation at Public Works Garage
• Credit Card Service Charges

Village Board of Trustees

The Arlington Heights Village Board will consider a consent agenda that includes several resolutions, such as an emergency HVAC repair award for the police building and a consulting agreement with Mac Strategies Group. It will also vote on a two‑way stop sign ordinance for N Hickory Avenue and E Campbell Street, and a redevelopment agreement for the Golf VX and Dogtopia projects. New business includes a Planned Unit Development amendment for The Moorings at 811 E. Central Rd. and a special use permit for a brew pub at 17 N. Vail Ave.

• Emergency HVAC Repair at Police Building – award and resolution
• Resolution authorizing execution of a consulting agreement with Mac Strategies Group
• Ordinance – Two‑Way Stop Sign for N Hickory Avenue and E Campbell Street
• Resolution – Approving a Redevelopment Agreement for the Golf VX and Dogtopia Projects
• The Moorings – Planned Unit Development amendment (height and parking) at 811 E. Central Rd.

Conceptual Plan Review Committee

The Conceptual Plan Review Committee is reviewing two land‑use variation applications: one for Cherepovich Tattoo to operate in the B‑2 district at 417 S. Arlington Heights Rd., and another for Fuel Physical Therapy & Wellness to open a physical rehabilitation center in the M‑1 district at 11 W. College Drive. Both proposals are not permitted uses in their respective districts and require formal applications with hardship criteria responses. The committee encouraged the petitioners to proceed with their applications, noting parking and study requirements.

• Land use variation request for a tattoo parlor in the B‑2 district at 417 S. Arlington Heights Rd.
• Parking analysis required for the tattoo project; current 12 stalls, 5‑stall deficit, lease of 19 stalls from Faith Lutheran Church.
• Land use variation request for a physical rehabilitation center in the M‑1 district at 11 W. College Drive (unit A, later unit J).
• Requested variation to waive the traffic and parking study requirement for the physical therapy project.
• Requested variation to reduce required parking from 70 to 64 spaces for the physical therapy project.

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a proposal for 106-110 W. Eastman Ave. The body will also review minutes from previous meetings concerning The Moorings and Spent Grain Brewing.

• Public hearing: Chapter 28 - Red Flag Resolution - 106-110 W. Eastman Ave. (PC#24-002)

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will review the 2025 budget request and discuss the management of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The body is also reviewing designated affordable housing units and CDBG program information.

• 2025 Housing Commission Budget Request with a General Fund ceiling of $1,200
• Discussion of the Arlington Heights Affordable Housing Trust Fund, which has a balance of approximately $1,060,000
• Review of CDBG Program Information and Group Home Rehab Program grant applications
• Status update on Inclusionary/Affordable Housing Projects
• Discussion of designated affordable housing units

Senior Citizens Commission

The Senior Citizens Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports on transportation and housing. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and reports.

• Transportation Report
• Housing Report
• Approval of July 15, 2024 minutes

Senior Citizens Commission

The Arlington Heights Senior Citizens Commission will consider approval of the July 15, 2024 meeting minutes. The commission will receive a chairperson report and a liaison report. The meeting includes a public comment period for any resident to speak on topics not on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the July 15, 2024 meeting
• Chairperson report
• Liaison report
• Public comment period (up to three‑minute remarks per speaker)

Senior Citizens Commission

The commission will meet to discuss reports regarding the Age-Friendly Community Certification, specifically focusing on transportation, affordable housing, and communication. The meeting also includes standard reports from the Senior Center Advisory Council and non-profit corporations.

• Transportation & Affordable Housing Report
• Communication Report
• Age-Friendly Community Certification update

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will discuss a proposal for a permanent supportive housing facility at 1519-1625 S. Arlington Heights Rd. The meeting also includes several ordinances regarding the Recreation Park at 500 E. Miner St. and a new banquet hall liquor license classification.

• Proposed supportive housing facility at 1519-1625 S. Arlington Heights Rd.
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and Planned Unit Development for Recreation Park at 500 E. Miner St.
• Ordinance to create a Supplemental Banquet Hall Liquor License Classification
• Purchase of Ford Interceptor Vehicles for the Fire Department
• Agreement with Meals on Wheels Northeastern Illinois for senior services

Village Board of Trustees

The Arlington Heights Village Board will approve the meeting minutes and accounts payable. Trustees will consider and vote on the Consent Agenda, which bundles multiple routine items into a single roll‑call vote. Additional items include approval of bids, public hearings, new business, and a closed‑session report from the Village Manager.

• Approval of minutes
• Approval of accounts payable
• Vote on the Consent Agenda items
• Approval of bids
• Public hearings

Youth Commission

The commission reviewed reports from the library, park district, police department and schools, and revisited the 2024 Voting Awareness Project, deciding to move forward with it. They also discussed the teen job fair outcomes and brainstormed new teen‑engagement ideas such as volunteer‑hour opportunities, screen‑time reduction events and a laser‑tag activity. Public comment was scheduled before adjournment.

• Decision to proceed with the 2024 Voting Awareness Project, including creating a flyer for teens
• Review of the teen job fair held in March with feedback on improvements
• Library reports: summer reading program, Fan Con on July 14, and Teen Film Fest on August 16
• Discussion of new teen engagement projects: volunteer‑hour opportunities, screen‑time reduction events, and a laser‑tag event at the library
• Reports from park district, police department and schools (no specific actions reported)

Conceptual Plan Review Committee

The Conceptual Plan Review Committee will consider a Land Use Variation request to allow a beauty salon in the M-1 Research, Development and Light Manufacturing District at 3375 N. Arlington Heights Rd, Units A, B, G and H. Staff has asked the petitioner to provide written justification, a complete tenant list, a parking‑lot usage survey, and compliance with all codes before the Plan Commission can act. The committee will discuss these preliminary comments and decide whether to forward the application.

• Land Use Variation request for a beauty salon at 3375 N. Arlington Heights Rd, Units A, B, G & H
• Petitioner must provide written justification addressing four hardship criteria
• Petitioner must submit a complete tenant list with unit sizes and uses
• Petitioner must conduct a parking‑lot survey at half‑hour intervals over three days, including a Saturday
• Petitioner must comply with all Federal, State, and Village codes, regulations, and policies

Special Events Commission

The Commission is coordinating logistics for upcoming village events, including the Autumn Harvest and Tree Lighting ceremonies. Discussions include accessibility options, vendor coordination, and preliminary planning for Spring 2025.

• Autumn Harvest 2024 scheduled for October 5th at North School Park
• Tree Lighting 2024 scheduled for November 29th
• Proposed $250 wheelchair-accessible mini-bus for Tree Lighting
• Proposed May 17th date for Swing into Spring 2025
• Hearts of Gold 2025 nominations to begin in September 2024

Plan Commission

The Arlington Heights Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a Planned Unit Development amendment that rezones 1519‑1625 South Arlington Heights Road from O‑T Office Transitional to I Institutional and adds height and parking variations for the Grace Terrace permanent supportive housing project (PC#24‑008). The agenda also includes a special use permit request for a brew pub at 17 N. Vail Ave. in the B‑5 district (PC#24‑009) and the adoption of the 2025 Plan Commission budget. Minutes from the July 24, 2024 meeting will be approved.

• Grace Terrace – PUD amendment, rezoning, height and parking variations at 1519‑1625 South Arlington Heights Rd. (PC#24‑008)
• Spent Grain Brewing – Special Use Permit for brew pub at 17 N. Vail Ave. in B‑5 district (PC#24‑009)
• Adoption of the 2025 Plan Commission budget
• Approval of minutes from the July 24, 2024 meeting
• Public hearing proceedings for the Grace Terrace project

Design Commission

The Arlington Heights Design Commission will review and vote on the design of a new 5‑story independent living building with 70 units and 73 underground parking spaces at The Moorings (811 E. Central Rd.). It will also consider approval of the architectural design for a single‑family teardown at 101 S. Fernandez Ave. and discuss the 2025 Design Commission budget and award nominations.

• DC#24-028(H) – 702 N. Dunton Ave. – single‑family addition
• DC#24-052 – 900 S. Evergreen Ave. – single‑family addition
• DC#24-038 – 101 S. Fernandez Ave. – approval of architectural design for new two‑story home
• DC#24-041 – The Moorings independent living expansion – design review for 5‑story building, 70 units, 73 parking spaces
• 2025 DC Budget – discussion of upcoming Design Commission budget

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission approved the May 21, 2024 minutes and reviewed several old‑business items. Commissioners examined a gas‑powered leaf blower ban, the village sustainability plan, and landfill waste diversion, and agreed to draft written reports for the Village Board. The commission also reformatted its 2024 goals, focusing on plastic reduction, recycling education, composting, natural landscapes, and pedestrian access. No new business or formal decisions were adopted.

• Prepare a written report on a gas‑powered leaf blower ban for the Village Board
• Discuss the village sustainability plan and staff committee involvement
• Develop a report on landfill waste diversion and single‑use plastic reduction
• Update and adopt 2024 commission goals covering plastic reduction, recycling, composting, natural landscapes, and pedestrian access

Board of Trustees of the Fire Pension Fund

The Firefighters Pension Fund Board will approve the Q2 2024 financial report and discuss updates to pension fund rules and regulations. The meeting also includes reports on the death of retired firefighters and the review of a fiduciary liability policy.

• Approval of Q2 2024 Financial Report
• Review of Updated Pension Fund Rules & Regulations
• Death of Retired FF Donald Hirth - Cessation of Benefits
• Death of Retired FF/LT Bob Loyal - Spousal Benefits
• Alliant Fiduciary Liability Policy - Review for Renewal

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss new business petitions for three addresses. The board will also review minutes from the July 8, 2024, meeting regarding a side yard setback variation at 308 S Donald Ave.

• New Business: 202 S Highland Ave (ZBA24-021)
• New Business: 810 N Kennicott Ave (ZBA24-022)
• New Business: 824 N Ridge Ave (ZBA24-024)
• Approval of minutes for 308 S Donald Ave, 1002 N Vail Ave, 29 S Yale Ave, and 405 S Princeton Ave

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review updates and options for the Windsor Drive Road Diet & Resurfacing Project. Staff is seeking direction from the Village Board on whether to proceed with the current design or explore an alternative shared-use path.

• Proposed road diet between Palatine Road and Crabtree Drive to provide one lane in each direction, a center median, and buffered bike lanes
• Resurfacing of Windsor Drive from Dryden Avenue/Jane Avenue to south of Hintz Road
• Proposed widening of sidewalks north of Palatine Road to 8 feet
• Estimated $130,914 cost to explore an off-street shared-use path alternative
• Installation of a new high-visibility crosswalk at the west leg of Windsor Drive and Palatine Road

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Arlington Heights Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will first approve minutes from several prior meetings. A closed session will address personnel matters and conduct oral interviews for a Police Officer position. In open session, the board will consider approving the final Police Officer eligibility list and will vote on the eligibility of a specific candidate.

• Approval of minutes from April 16, July 10, July 12, July 17, July 19, and July 22, 2024
• Closed session to discuss appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of specific employees or legal counsel
• Closed session to conduct oral interviews for the position of Police Officer
• Approval of final Police Officer Eligibility List
• Vote on eligibility of a specific Police Officer candidate

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to discuss the 2025 budget and several community initiatives. The body is reviewing plans for an Arts Walk, a film festival, and art grant opportunities.

• 2025 Budget
• Arts Walk
• Film Festival
• Art Grant Opportunities
• Light Projection Mapping and Photography Competition

Village Board of Trustees

The Arlington Heights Village Board will consider a resolution that authorizes the Village Manager to execute the village's opioid settlement agreement. The board will also review several land‑use and development proposals, including a rezoning and comprehensive‑plan amendment for a recreation park at 500 E. Miner St. and special use permits for a commercial auto repair shop at 3456 N. Ridge Ave. and a daycare at 1007 W. Euclid Ave. Additional items on the consent agenda include purchases such as a portable salt conveyor and village hall carpeting.

• Resolution authorizing the Village Manager to execute an opioid settlement agreement
• Recreation Park PUD – rezoning, special use permit, and comprehensive plan amendment at 500 E. Miner St.
• Ford Commercial Auto Repair – land‑use variation for 3456 N. Ridge Ave.
• Tots Land Daycare – special use permit for 1007 W. Euclid Ave.
• Consent agenda purchases: portable salt conveyor, village hall carpeting, well #16 emergency repairs

Village Board of Trustees

The Arlington Heights Village Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes several contracts and approvals, and will consider three new land‑use applications. Items include a land‑use variation for Ford Commercial Auto Repair at 3456 N. Ridge Ave., a special use permit for Tots Land Daycare at 1007 W. Euclid Ave., and a planned unit development for a Recreation Park at 500 E. Miner St. The board will also adopt resolutions for public improvements, an annexation, and an opioid settlement agreement.

• Land Use Variation – Ford Commercial Auto Repair, 3456 N. Ridge Ave. (PC#24-04)
• Special Use Permit – Tots Land Daycare, 1007 W. Euclid Ave. (PC#24-05)
• Planned Unit Development – Recreation Park, 500 E. Miner St. (PC#24-07)
• Consent agenda purchase – Portable Salt Conveyor
• Consent agenda award – Village Hall Carpeting

Joint Review Board

The board will hear a staff presentation on the Hickory Kensington Tax Increment Financing (TIF) annual report, including fund balances, revenues, and the $2,460,000 assistance planned for the 4 N Hickory mixed‑use development. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the August 10 2023 Joint Review Board meeting. Public comments on the report will be taken before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from Aug 10 2023 Joint Review Board meeting
• Staff presentation of the Hickory Kensington TIF annual report
• $2,460,000 TIF assistance budgeted for the 4 N Hickory mixed‑use project
• $165,000 Campbell Street public way construction funded by TIF
• Fund balance: $4,085,772 beginning, $4,177,097 ending for FY 2023

Board of Trustees of the Police Pension Fund

The Arlington Heights Police Pension Fund Board will consider several items, including selecting a new fund counsel, transferring assets to the IPOPIF, and reviewing financial and compliance reports. It will also vote on an actuarial valuation and municipal tax levy request, and approve retirement decisions for fund members. Additional agenda items cover a DOI compliance fee, a disability application, and notices of death.

• Selection of new fund counsel – Puchalski Goodloe LLC
• Transfer of assets to IPOPIF with related resolutions
• Review and approval of actuarial valuation and municipal tax levy request
• Review and approval of municipal compliance report
• Retirement approval for Sergeant Raymond Finnerty (July 6, 2024)

Conceptual Plan Review Committee

The Conceptual Plan Review Committee will review the petition to grant Special Use Permits for a large amusement facility and a restaurant at the Urban Air site in Arlington Plaza. The staff recommendation includes a variation to reduce the required parking stalls from 1,225 to 1,139. The committee will also require the petitioner to provide a market study, a detailed parking study, and other supporting documentation before any approval.

• Special Use Permit for a Large Amusement Facility at 30 W Rand Rd
• Special Use Permit for a Restaurant at the same location
• Variation to reduce parking requirement from 1,225 stalls to 1,139 stalls
• Required market study to evaluate demand for the facility
• Required detailed parking study to justify the parking variation

Plan Commission

The Arlington Heights Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a land‑use variance to allow major motor‑vehicle repair at 3456 North Ridge Avenue (PC #24‑004). The commission will also hear a preliminary plat, comprehensive‑plan amendment and rezoning for the Grace Terrace supportive‑housing project at 1519‑1625 South Arlington Heights Road (PC #23‑007). Minutes from the July 10 meeting for three previous items will be approved.

• Land‑use variation request for major auto repair at 3456 N. Ridge Ave. (PC #24‑004)
• Preliminary plat, comprehensive‑plan amendment and rezoning for Grace Terrace supportive housing at 1519‑1625 S. Arlington Heights Rd. (PC #23‑007)
• Approval of minutes for Ford Commercial Auto Repair, Tots Land Daycare, and Recreation Park (July 10)
• Public hearing on the above items scheduled for the July 24 meeting

Design Commission

The Arlington Heights Design Commission will consider approving the architectural design for a new single-family residence at 812 N. Mitchell Avenue. The project involves demolishing an existing home to build a two-story house with a three-car garage. Staff recommends approval but suggests changing the black metal roofing to dark gray or asphalt shingles to better fit the traditional neighborhood.

• Approval of new single-family residence design at 812 N. Mitchell Ave.
• Review of proposed modern aesthetic against traditional neighborhood context.
• Staff recommendation to change black metal roofing to dark gray or asphalt shingles.
• Project involves demolishing existing single-story home to build two-story residence.
• Design Commission review covers architectural design only, not zoning or land use.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will meet to conduct oral interviews for the position of Fire Lieutenant. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss specific employee appointments, compensation, or discipline.

• Oral interviews for Fire Lieutenant position
• Closed session regarding employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

During a closed session, the Board will conduct oral interviews for the position of Fire Lieutenant. The agenda also includes discussions regarding personnel matters such as appointment, employment, or discipline.

• Oral interviews for Fire Lieutenant position
• Closed session regarding personnel appointments and discipline

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will conduct oral interviews for a Fire Lieutenant position during a closed session. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding specific employee appointments, compensation, or discipline.

• Oral interviews for Fire Lieutenant
• Closed session regarding personnel matters

Conceptual Plan Review Committee

The committee will review minutes from a May 2024 meeting regarding the Pep Boys redevelopment project. The agenda also includes land use variations for a tattoo parlor and a physical therapy center.

• Pep Boys Redevelopment (375-425 E. Rand Rd.): Proposed demolition, rezoning, and new restaurant buildings
• Cherepovich Tattoo (417 S. Arlington Heights Rd.): Land use variation for a tattoo parlor
• Fuel Physical Therapy & Wellness (11 W. College Dr.): Land use variation for a rehabilitation center

Special Events Commission

The Special Events Commission is reviewing preparations for upcoming seasonal community programs. Discussion includes the scope of the Autumn Harvest 2024 contest and accessibility needs for the 2024 Tree Lighting event.

• Autumn Harvest 2024 scheduled for October 5 at North School Park
• Tree Lighting 2024 scheduled for November 29
• Discussion of accessible transportation options for Tree Lighting
• Introduction of Hearts of Gold 2025

Plan Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding a special use permit for a daycare center and a planned unit development at Recreation Park. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 12 subdivision meeting.

• Land Use Variation for motor vehicle repair at 3456 N. Ridge Ave.
• Special Use Permit for Tots Land Daycare at 1007 W. Euclid Ave.
• Rezoning and Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Recreation Park at 500 E. Miner St.