Highland Park, Illinois
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 17:00
Human Relations Advisory Group
Highland Park Police Department, Highland Park
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 17:00
Police Pension Board
1677 Old Deerfield Road, Highland Park
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Hall - 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 19:00
Plan and Design Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 08:30
Firefighters Pension Board
1707 St. Johns Ave. , Highland Park
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00
Business and Economic Development Advisory Group
1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 19:00
Plan and Design Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 18:00
Sustainability Advisory Group
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:00
Plan and Design Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00
Transportation Advisory Group
City Hall - 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
Cultural Arts Advisory Group
City Hall - Pres-Session, Highland Park
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 17:00
Human Relations Advisory Group
Highland Park Police Department, Highland Park
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Hall - 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:00
Plan and Design Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:00
Business and Economic Development Advisory Group
1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 17:00
Police Pension Board
1677 Old Deerfield Road, Highland Park
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 18:00
Sustainability Advisory Group
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 08:30
Firefighters Pension Board
1707 St. Johns Ave. , Highland Park
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 18:00
Transportation Advisory Group
City Hall - 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 17:00
Human Relations Advisory Group
Highland Park Police Department, Highland Park
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Hall - 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Mar 3, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Apr 7, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed May 5, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed May 5, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Jun 2, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Jun 2, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Jul 7, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Jul 7, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Aug 4, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Aug 4, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Sep 1, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Sep 1, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Oct 6, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Oct 6, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Nov 3, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Nov 3, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Wed Dec 1, 2027 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
Recent meetings
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 19:00
Plan and Design Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the statutes of the State of Illinois and the ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the next
regular meeting of the Plan & Design Commission of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour
of 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may email Karl Burhop, Senior Planner, with the
Community Development Department, at [email protected]. All emails and comments submitted fo r the
Commission will be made public.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe or participate in this hearing, or who have questio ns
about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
[email protected] or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign -up for its e News for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign-up for the
eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
City of Highland Park
Regular Meeting of the Plan and Design Commission
Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue
July 21, 2026
7:00 P.M.
MEETING AGENDA
I. Ca
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
1707 St. Johns Avenue - City Hall, Highland Park
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Special Committee of the Whole Meeting
City Hall - 1707 St Johns Avenue
July 20, 2026
5:30 PM
Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Scheduled Business - None
IV. Closed Session
V. Adjournment
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
Sat Jul 18, 2026 · 08:30
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
1677 Old Deerfield Road, Highland Park
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Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Meeting
Highland Park Police Department
July 18, 2026
8:30 AM
Agenda
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Pursuant to Chapter 5, Illinois Compiled Statutes, Act 120, notice is given hereby that the Board
of Fire and Police Commissioners of the City of Highland Park will hold a Special meeting at
8:30 AM on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at the Highland Park Police Department, 1677 Old
Deerfield Rd. Highland Park, Illinois, which Special meeting will be held for the purposes set
forth in the following agenda:
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Minutes
A. Minutes
IV. Closed Session
V. Scheduled Business
A. Establishment of an Initial Eligibility List (Police Officer)
VI. Other Business
VII. Business from the Public (Individuals wishing to be heard regarding items not listed
on this agenda)
VIII. Adjournment
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the
next regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at
the hour of 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois,
during which meeting it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
[email protected] or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign -up for its eNews for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign- up for
the eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Public Hearing
Thursday, 07/16/2026 - 7:30 P.M.
Council Chambers
City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois
AGENDA
1) Call to Order
2) Approval of Minutes
a) 06/18/2026 Zoning Board of Appeals Draft Minutes
3) Business from the Public
4) Old
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:00
Cultural Arts Advisory Group
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
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CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK CULTURAL ARTS ADVISORY GROUP
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Highland Park City Hall, Pre-Session Conference Room
1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, a
regular meeting of the City of Highland Park Cultural Arts Advisory Group is scheduled to be held at the hour of
6:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at City Hall in the second floor Pre-Session Conference Room, 1707 St
Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may address the Advisory Group in the following
ways:
1. EMAILS FOR THE RECORD. Email the Cultural Arts Advisory Group staff liaison, Communications Manager
Amanda Bennett, at [email protected]. If you wish to have your comments read into the record, limit your
communication to 200 words or less. Public comments received by 3:00 PM the day of the meeting will be read
under Business from the Public. Any comments received during the meeting will be held until the end of the
meeting.
Public comments should contain the following information:
• In the subject line, identify, “CAAG Meeting – Read into the Record”
• Name • City • Address (optional) • Phone (optional) • Organization, agency representing, if applicable. • Topic
or agenda item number of interest
2. EMAILS WITH UNLIMITED INFORMATION. Individuals who do not wish to ha
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Council approves grants and contracts for local businesses and infrastructure
The Highland Park City Council will consider approving several resolutions, including exterior improvement grants for local bars, a contract for Briergate Crossing road improvements, and agreements for bridge replacement projects on Judson and St. Johns Avenues. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes, the warrant list, and a planned development amendment.
- Exterior improvement grants for Bean Bar and EATACO
- Contract for Briergate Crossing - Richfield Avenue improvements
- Agreements for Judson Avenue and St. Johns Avenue bridge replacement
- Amendment to lease agreement with The Art Center Highland Park
- Amendment to planned development at 925 Deerfield Road
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City Hall - 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park
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City Council Meeting
City Hall
1707 St Johns Avenue,
Highland Park, Il 60035
July 13, 2026
7:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if
requested. All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s website.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Consolidated Meeting of the City Council Held on
June 29, 2026
V. Approval of Warrant List
A. Warrant List and Wire Transfers from June 19, 2026 to July 01, 2026.
VI. Report of Mayor
A. Other Business
• Highland Park Career Exploration Program
VII. Business from the Council
VI
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
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Committee of the Whole Meeting
City Hall
1707 St Johns Avenue,
Highland Park, IL 60035
July 13, 2026
5:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if
requested. All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s website.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Consolidated Meeting of the Committee of the
Whole Held on June 29, 2026
B. Approval of the Minutes of the Closed Session of the Consolidated Meeting of the
Committee of the Whole Held on June 29, 2026
IV. Scheduled Business
A. Comprehensive Plan Update
V. Other Matters
VI. Closed Session
VII.
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
City Hall - Council Chambers
July 9, 2026
6:30 PM
Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of
Highland Park, the next regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of
Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:30 PM on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at City
Hall - Council Chambers, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois, during which meeting
it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The Historic Preservation Commission has elected to conduct the hearing entirely in-
person, and without opportunity for virtual viewing or participation. Please contact the
Department of Community Development – Planning Division at (847) 432-0867 for up-to-
date information on the conduct of the hearing.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may email the Staff Liaison Maddy
Markle. Comments and emails received prior to the Thursday before the scheduled meeting will
be included in the meeting packet. Public comments received by 4:30 PM the day of the meeting
will be read under Business from the Public. Any comments received during the meeting will be
held until the end of the meeting. Individuals who wish to have their comments read into the
public record are limited to 200 words or less. Public comments should be emailed and contain
the following information:
• In the subject li
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 18:00
Sustainability Advisory Group
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
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CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY GROUP
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, July 9, 2026
6:00 PM
Highland Park City Hall, Pre-Session Conference Room
1707 St. Johns Avenue
Highland Park, Illinois
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the C ity of Highland Park, a Meeting of the Sustainability Advisory
Group of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:00 PM on Thursday, July 9 , 2026 at the City of Highland Park City Hall,
1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois, during which it is anticipated there will be a discussion of the following:
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the Advisory Group in the following ways:
1. EMAILS FOR THE RECORD. Email the Sustainability Advisory Group staff liaison, Sustainability Manager, Austin Knight at
[email protected]. If you wish to have your comments read into the record, limit your communication to 200 words or less. Public
comments received by 3:00 PM the day of the meeting will be read under Business from the Public. Public comments should contain the
following information:
• In the subject line, identify, “SAG Meeting – Read into the Record
• Name, Address, City Phone (optional)
• Topic or agenda item number of interest
• Organization or agency representing, if applicable
2. EMAILS WITH UNLIMITED INFORMATION. Individuals who do not wish to have their comments read into the record
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Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
Housing Commission to review association financials and grant requests
The Housing Commission will discuss financial reports for the Peers, Ravinia, and Sunset Woods associations. The body is also reviewing the Housing Trust Fund financials and 2027 CPAH grant requests.
- Payment of invoices and ratification of Sunset Woods Annual Report Filing
- Review of ERES Management Report and financials for Peers, Ravinia, and Sunset Woods
- Housing Trust Fund (HTF) financials
- Peers Pipe Replacement update
- CPAH 2027 Grant Requests
housinggrantsfinancialsinfrastructure
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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Public Notice
Housing Commission Regular Meeting
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the next
regular meeting of the City of Highland Park Housing Commission, the Peers Housing Associa tion, Ravinia
Housing Association , and Sunset Woods Association is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:30 P.M. on
Wednesday, July 1 , 2026 and will take place at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois
inside the Council Chambers . Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the
Commission in the following ways:
1. EMAILS FOR THE RECORD. Email the Housing Commission staff liaison, Planner Zubin Coleman
at [email protected]. If you wish to have your comments read into the record, limit your
communication to 200 words or less. Public comments received by 4:30 PM the day of the meeting will
be read under Business from the Public. Public comments should contain the following information:
In the subject line, identify, “Housing Commission Meeting – Read into the Record”
Name
City
Address (optional)
Phone (optional)
Organization, agency representing, if applicable.
Topic or agenda item number of interest
2. EMAILS WITH UNLIMITED INFORMATION . Individuals who do not wish to have their
comments read into the record can email Senior Planner, Zubin Coleman an unlimited number of
words. Emails will be forwarded to the Housing Commission if reque
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Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
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Committee of the Whole Meeting
City Hall
1707 St Johns Avenue,
Highland Park, IL 60035
June 29, 2026
5:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if
requested. All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s website.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Rescheduled Meeting of the Committee of
the Whole Held on May 27, 2026
B. Approval of the Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Committee of the Whole Held
on June 8, 2026
IV. Scheduled Business
A. Policy Discussion Regarding the Possible Advancement of Term Limits
B. Automated License
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Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
Council considers establishing term limits for Mayor and Councilmembers
The City Council will vote on a resolution to submit a public question regarding term limits for elected officials. The body is also deciding on various contracts for street repairs, professional services, and a rezoning request.
- Resolution to establish term limits for Mayor and Councilmember offices
- Rezoning of 1047 Livingston Street from R1 Country Estate to R6 Medium Density Residential
- Award of 2026 Street Repair Program to Builders Paving, LLC
- Ordinance amending the Highland Park Code regarding the use of leaf blowers
- Exterior Improvement Grant for Terry's Toffee at 1853 Second Street
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City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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City Council Meeting
City Hall
1707 St Johns Avenue,
Highland Park, Il 60035
June 29, 2026
7:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if
requested. All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s website.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Rescheduled Meeting of the City Council
Held on May 27, 2026
B. Approval of the Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Rescheduled Meeting
of the City Council Held on May 27, 2026
V. Approval of Warrant List
A. Warrant List and Wire Transfers from May 15, 2026 to Jun
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Fri Jun 26, 2026 · 16:00
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
1707 St Johns Ave, Highland Park
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Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Meeting
Highland Park Police Department
June 26, 2026
4:00 PM
Agenda
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Pursuant to Chapter 5, Illinois Compiled Statutes, Act 120, notice is given hereby that the Board
of Fire and Police Commissioners of the City of Highland Park will hold a Special meeting at
4:00 PM on Friday, June 26, 2026 at the Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Rd. Highland
Park, Illinois, which Special meeting will be held for the purposes set forth in the following
agenda:
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Minutes
A. Minutes
IV. Closed Session
V. Scheduled Business
A. Determination of a Firefighter / EMT Candidate
VI. Other Business
VII. Business from the Public (Individuals wishing to be heard regarding items not listed
on this agenda)
VIII. Adjournment
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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS
OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
MEETING DATE: June 26, 2026
MEETING LOCATION: Highland Park City Hall
1707 St. Johns Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
CALL TO ORDER
At 4:08 PM Chair Witkowski called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call.
ROLL CALL
Members Present: Chair Evan Witkowski
Commissioner Kris Byrnes
Members Absent: Commissioner Mayla Arceo Dicker
Staff Present: Human Resources Manager Nick Barnes
Fire Chief Joe Schrage
Others Present: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Special Meeting of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners – May 8, 2026
Chair Witkowski requested a motion to approve the open and closed session Minutes of a
Special Meeting of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for the date of May 8, 2026.
Commissioner Byrnes motioned to approve the minutes, Chair Witkowski seconded.
On a voice vote:
Voting Yea: Chair Witkowski, Commissioner Byrnes
Voting Nay: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Commissioner Arceo Dicker
Special Meeting – Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
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Chair Witkowski declared that the motion passed.
CLOSED SESSION
Chair Witkowski requested a motion that the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners close
its meeting to the public pursuant to Section 2(c) of the Illinois Open Meetings Act (5 ILCS
120/2(c)) for the purpose of discussing personnel matters.
Commissioner Byrnes motioned to move to
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 18:30
General
Historic Preservation Commission to discuss Place of Remembrance design
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss the design concept for the Place of Remembrance. The meeting is scheduled to be conducted entirely in-person.
- Discussion of Place of Remembrance Design Concept
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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
City Hall - Council Chambers
June 24, 2026
6:30 PM
Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of
Highland Park, a Special Meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of
Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:30 PM on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at
City Hall - Council Chambers, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois, during which
meeting it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The Historic Preservation Commission has elected to conduct the meeting entirely in-
person, and without opportunity for virtual viewing or participation. Please contact the
Department of Community Development – Planning Division at (847) 432-0867 for up-to-
date information on the conduct of the meeting.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may email the Staff Liaison Maddy
Markle at [email protected]. Comments and emails received prior to the Thursday before
the scheduled meeting will be included in the meeting packet. Public comments received by 4:30
PM the day of the meeting will be read under Business from the Public. Any comments received
during the meeting will be held until the end of the meeting. Individuals who wish to have their
comments read into the public record are limited to 200 words or less. Public comments should
be emailed and contain the following information:
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Historic Preservation Commission Minutes
June 24, 2026 - Page 1
MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING 1
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 2
OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS 3
4
5
MEETING DATE: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 6
7
MEETING LOCATION: Council Chambers, City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 8
9
CALL TO ORDER 10
At 6:30 p.m., Chairperson Weeder called the meeting to order. This Commission meeting takes place on-site. 11
Staff was asked to call the roll. 12
13
ROLL CALL 14
Commissioners Present: Chairperson Weeder; Commissioners Ehrlich, Greenbaum, Pines, & Portman 15
16
Commissioner Absent: Commissioner Gonka 17
18
Councilmember Present: Blumberg 19
20
Student Council Absent: Cooper Baum & Gabi Goldstein 21
22
Staff declared that a quorum was present. 23
24
Staff Present: Taub, Fontane, Coleman, & Markle 25
26
Guests Present: Ben Waldo, Associate Principal/Landscape Architect with SWA 27
28
Others Present: Gale Cerabona, Recorder 29
30
Commissioner Greenbaum arrived at 6: 32 p.m. 31
32
APPROVAL OF MINUTES 33
There was no Approval of Minutes. 34
35
SCHEDULED BUSINESS 36
There was no Scheduled Business. 37
38
DISCUSSION ITEMS 39
1. Place of Remembrance Design Concept 40
Assistant City Manager Emily Taub highlighted the Place of Remembrance that has been discussed since 41
2022. She shared the history, etc. The Rose Garden was selected as the site. Firms were considered, and City 42
Council hired SWA as
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 08:30
General
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
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Joint Review Boards Meeting
Ravinia TIF
City Hall - Pre-Session Conference Room
June 23, 2026
8:30 AM
Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
The City's Joint Review Boards will conduct a regular meeting to be held at the hour of 8:30 AM
on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at City Hall in the Pre-Session Conference Room, Second Floor,
1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois for the purposes set forth in the following agenda:
I. Introductions
II. Call to Order
III. Approval of June 20, 2025 Meeting Minutes
IV. Selection of the Public Member of the Joint Review Board
V. Overview
VI. Incremental EAV by Levy Year
VII. Annual TIF Report Summary
VIII. Activities and Action Plans 2005-2029
IX. Current & Planned Activities
X. Other Business
XI. Next Meeting - June 18, 2027
XII. Adjournment
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 08:30
General
Joint Review Boards meet to discuss TIF and EAV data
The Highland Park Joint Review Boards will convene to approve minutes, select a public member, and review financial reports for the Briergate Tax Increment Financing district.
- Approval of June 20, 2025 meeting minutes
- Selection of the Public Member of the Joint Review Board
- Review of Incremental EAV by Levy Year
- Review of Annual TIF Report Summary
- Next meeting scheduled for June 18, 2027
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Joint Review Boards Meeting
Briergate TIF
City Hall - Pre-Session Conference Room
June 23, 2026
8:30 AM
Agenda
The City's Joint Review Boards will conduct a regular meeting to be held at the hour of 8:30 AM
on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at City Hall in the Pre-Session Conference Room, Second Floor,
1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois for the purposes set forth in the following agenda:
I. Introductions
II. Call to Order
III. Approval of June 20, 2025 Meeting Minutes
IV. Selection of the Public Member of the Joint Review Board
V. Overview
VI. Incremental EAV by Levy Year
VII. Annual TIF Report Summary
VIII. Activities
IX. Other Business
X. Next Meeting - June 18, 2027
XI. Adjournment
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the
next regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at
the hour of 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois,
during which meeting it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
[email protected] or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign -up for its eNews for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign- up for
the eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Public Hearing
Thursday, 06/18/2026 - 7:30 P.M.
Council Chambers
City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois
AGENDA
1) Call to Order
2) Approval of Minutes
a) 05/07/2026 Zoning Board of Appeals Draft Minutes
3) Business from the Public
4) Old
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 18:00
Transportation Advisory Group
City Hall - 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the next
meeting of the City of Highland Park Transportation Advisory Group is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:00
P.M. on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 in person at City Hall in the Council Chambers, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland
Park, Illinois during which it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following:
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY GROUP MEETING
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Highland Park City Hall, Council Chambers
1707 St. Johns Avenue
Highland Park, Illinois
MEETING AGENDA
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of the Minutes
(a) Approval of the Minutes of the March 18, 2026 meeting of the Transportation Advisory Group.
IV. New Business
V. Business from the Public
VI. Business from Transportation Advisors
(a) Recap of May National Bike Month
(b) Update on Bike Friendly Community “Silver” Project
(c) Illinois Legislative Updates
i SB 3484 – Micromobility Safety
ii HB 5081 – State Speed Limit Reform
iii HB 4948 – Stop Super Speeders
iv HB 2335 – Fine Tuning the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) Act
(d) IDOT Active Transportation Plan
VII. Business from City Staff
(a) Lake Cook Path - Skokie Valley Path to Chicago Botanic Garden Update
(b) US-41 Pedestrian Bridge Project Next Steps
(c) North Highlands Sidewalk Connection Update (Krenn/Hyacinth
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 19:00
Plan and Design Commission
Plan and Design Commission to review multiple rezoning and development requests
The Plan and Design Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning map amendments and planned developments. The body will also consider design review amendments and a plat of re-subdivision.
- Design Review and Sign Package Amendment for 791-799 Central Ave.
- Zoning Map Amendment from R1 to R6 for 1047 Livingston St.
- Planned Development and rezoning from RM1A to RO for multi-story housing at 1696-1704 McGovern St. and 793 Laurel Ave.
- Amendment to a Planned Development for 227 residential townhomes at 1660 and 1700 Old Deerfield Rd.
- Planned Development and Master Redevelopment Plan amendment for the Town of Fort Sheridan at 0 Patten Rd.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the statutes of the State of Illinois and the ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the next
regular meeting of the Plan & Design Commission of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour
of 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may email Karl Burhop, Senior Planner, with the
Community Development Department, at [email protected]. All emails and comments submitted fo r the
Commission will be made public.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe or participate in this hearing, or who have questions
about the accessibility of the meeti ng facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
[email protected] or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign -up for its e News for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign-up for the
eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
City of Highland Park
Regular Meeting of the Plan and Design Commission
Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue
June 16, 2026
7:00 P.M.
MEETING AGENDA
I. Ca
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Plan and Design Review Commission Minutes
June 16, 2026 - Page 1
1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
2 PLAN AND DESIGN COMMISSION
3 OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
4
5
6 MEETING DATE: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
7
8 MEETING LOCATION: Council Chambers, City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL
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10 CALL TO ORDER
11 At 7 p.m., Chairperson Kerch called the meeting to order. Staff was asked to call the roll.
12
13 ROLL CALL
14 Commissioners Present: Chairperson Kerch; Commissioners Fettner, Henry, Ihnchak (remotely), Mantis, &
15 Nanus
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17 Commissioner Absent: Moore
18
19 Councilmember Absent: Ross
20
21 Student Council Absent: Pielet
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23 Staff declared that a quorum was present.
24
25 Guests Present: Alec Thornton, Architect/LCM Architects, LLC
26 Cal Bernstein, Attorney/Samuels & Bernstein
27 Von Joseph Hanovnikian/Petitioner
28 Michael Ezgur, Attorney/Acosta Ezgur, LLC
29 David Goldman, Founder/Structa LLC
30 Jeff Goulette, Founding Partner & Design Principal/SGW Architecture & Design
31 Zach Kenitzer, Manager, Land Planning & Entitlements and Scott Barenbrugge,
32 VP of Landscaping/M/I Homes
33
34 Staff Present: Fontane, Burhop, Hoffmann, & Mistretta
35
36 Others Present: Marcus Martinez, Corporation Counsel/Elrod Friedman LLP
37 Gale Cerabona/Recorder
38
39 SCHEDULED BUSINESS
40 Chair Kerch asked that the last item under Scheduled Business be taken first, as the Applicant requested a
41 continuance. Senior Planner Burhop
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Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
City Hall - Council Chambers
June 11, 2026
6:30 PM
Agenda
CANCELED FOR
SEVERE WEATHER
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of
Highland Park, the next regular hearing of the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of
Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:30 PM on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at
City Hall - Council Chambers, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois, during which
meeting it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The Historic Preservation Commission has elected to conduct the hearing entirely in-
person, and without opportunity for virtual viewing or participation. Please contact the
Department of Community Development – Planning Division at (847) 432-0867 for up-to-
date information on the conduct of the hearing.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may email the Staff Liaison Maddy
Markle at [email protected]. Comments and emails received prior to the Thursday before
the scheduled meeting will be included in the meeting packet. Public comments received by 4:30
PM the day of the meeting will be read under Business from the Public. Any comments received
during the meeting will be held until the end of the meeting. Individuals who wish to have their
comments read into the public record are limited to 200 words or less. Public comments should
be emailed
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Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 15:00
Police Pension Board
1130 Central Ave., Highland Park
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NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
HIGHLAND PARK POLICE PENSION FUND
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Highland Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will conduct a special meeting on
Wednesday, June 10 , 2026 at 3:00 p.m. in the Highland Park Fire Department Station #33 2nd
Training Classroom located at 1130 Central Avenue , Highland Park, Illinois 60035 for the
purposes set forth in the following agenda:
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Public Comment
4. Hearing on the Application for Duty Disability Pension – Casey Foley
a.) Appointment of Hearing Officer
b.) Admission of Documentary Evidence
c.) Testimony of Witnesses for the Applicant
d.) Review and Possible Action on Application
5. Closed Session, if needed (Section 2(c)(4) of the Open Meetings Act – deliberation over
evidence and testimony received in open session (5 ILCS 120/2(c)(4))
6. Adjournment
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 16:30
General
City Hall, Highland Park
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Committee of the Whole Meeting
City Hall - 1707 St Johns Avenue
June 8, 2026
4:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if
requested. All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s website.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Scheduled Business
A. Place of Remembrance Engagement Report and Unified Design Concept
IV. Closed Session
V. Adjournment
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the
next regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at
the hour of 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois,
during which meeting it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
[email protected] or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign -up for its eNews for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign -up for
the eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
The Thursday, June 4, 2026 ZBA
Meeting is CANCELED.
All items on the Agenda will be
continued to the 7:30 P.M., Thursday,
June 18, 2026 Regular ZBA meeting, at
City Hall at 1707 St Johns Avenue.
Please call Planner II Patrick Hoffmann at
847.926.1612 or email at
[email protected] with any questions.
CIT
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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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Public Notice
Housing Commission Regular Meeting
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the next
regular meeting of the City of Highland Park Housing Commission, the Peers Housing Associa tion, Ravinia
Housing Association , and Sunset Woods Association is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:30 P.M. on
Wednesday, June 6, 2026 and will take place at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois
inside the Council Chambers . Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the
Commission in the following ways:
1. EMAILS FOR THE RECORD. Email the Housing Commission staff liaison, Planner Zubin Coleman
at [email protected]. If you wish to have your comments read into the record, limit your
communication to 200 words or less. Public comments received by 4:30 PM the day of the meeting will
be read under Business from the Public. Public comments should contain the following information:
In the subject line, identify, “Housing Commission Meeting – Read into the Record”
Name
City
Address (optional)
Phone (optional)
Organization, agency representing, if applicable.
Topic or agenda item number of interest
2. EMAILS WITH UNLIMITED INFORMATION . Individuals who do not wish to have their
comments read into the record can email Senior Planner, Zubin Coleman an unlimited number of
words. Emails will be forwarded to the Housing Commission if reques
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 19:00
Plan and Design Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the statutes of the State of Illinois and the ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the next
regular meeting of the Plan & Design Commission of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour
of 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may email Karl Burhop, Senior Planner, with the
Community Development Department, at [email protected]. All emails and comments submitted for the
Commission will be made public.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe or participate in this hearing, or who have question s
about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
[email protected] or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign -up for its e News for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign-up for the
eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
City of Highland Park
Regular Meeting of the Plan and Design Commission
Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue
June 2, 2026
7:00 P.M.
MEETING AGENDA
The Tues
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Wed May 27, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Hall - 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park
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City Council Meeting
Regular Rescheduled
City Hall
1707 St Johns Avenue,
Highland Park, Il 60035
May 27, 2026
7:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if
requested. All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s website.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council Held on May
11, 2026
B. Approval of the Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Meeting of the City
Council Held on May 11, 2026
V. Approval of Warrant List
A. Warrant List and Wire Transfers from May 01, 2026 to May 15,
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Wed May 27, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall , Highland Park
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Committee of the Whole Meeting
City Hall
1707 St Johns Avenue,
Highland Park, IL 60035
May 27, 2026
5:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if
requested. All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s website.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Rescheduled Meeting of the Committee of
the Whole Held on May 11, 2026
B. Approval of the Minutes of a Special Meeting of the Committee of the Whole Held
on May 18, 2026
IV. Scheduled Business
A. Planning and Options for Redevelopment and Renovation of the City’s Public
Services Center an
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:00
Business and Economic Development Advisory Group
Group to discuss 5E Forum takeaways and Business District Ambassador appointments
The Business and Economic Development Advisory Group will discuss action items from 5E Forums and the process for appointing Business District Ambassadors. The meeting also includes a presentation on incentivizing the reduction of single-use bags.
- Discussion on 5E Forums takeaways and action items
- Discussion on the process for appointing Business District Ambassadors
- Presentation on incentivizing reduction in use of single-use bags
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Business and Economic Development Advisory Group Meeting
City Hall - Pre-Session Conference Room
May 26, 2026
6:00 PM
Agenda
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of
Highland Park, a regular meeting of the City of Highland Park Business and Economic
Development Advisory Group is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:00 PM on Tuesday, May
26, 2026, at City Hall in the Pre-Session Conference Room, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland
Park, Illinois.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may address the Advisory Group in
the following ways:
1. Emails for the Record. Email Corey Cohn, the Business and Economic Development
Advisory Group staff liaison and Business Development Specialist. If you wish to have
your comments read into the record, limit your communication to 200 words or less.
Public comments received by 3:00 PM the day of the meeting will be read under
Business from the Public. Any comments received during the meeting will be held until
the end of the meeting. Public comments should contain the following information:
o In the subject line, identify, “BEDAG Meeting – Read into the Record”
o Name • City • Address (optional) • Phone (optional) • Organization, agency
representing, if applicable. • Topic or agenda item number of interest
2. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals who do not wish to have their
comments read into the record can email staff liaison Corey Cohn a
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Thu May 21, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the
next regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at
the hour of 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois,
during which meeting it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
[email protected] or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign -up for its eNews for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign -up for
the eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
The Thursday, May 21, 2026 ZBA
Meeting is CANCELED.
All items on the Agenda will be
continued to the 7:30 P.M., Thursday,
June 4, 2026 Regular ZBA meeting, at
City Hall at 1707 St Johns Avenue.
Please call Planner II Patrick Hoffmann at
847.926.1612 or email at
[email protected] with any questions.
CITY
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 08:30
Firefighters Pension Board
1707 St. Johns Ave. , Highland Park
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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
HIGHLAND PARK FIREFIGHTERS’ PENSION FUND
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Highland Park Firefighters ’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will conduct a regular meeting on
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in the City Hall Pre-Session Room, Second Floor at 1707 St Johns Ave,
Highland Park, IL 60035 for the purposes set forth in the following agenda:
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Public Comment
4. Approval of Meeting Minutes
a.) February 4, 2026 Regular Meeting
5. Investment Reports
a.) Sawyer Falduto Asset Management, LLC
b.) FPIF – Marquette Associates
i. Statement of Results
6. Actuarial Report – Nyhart
a.) Review/Approve – Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
7. Accountant’s Report – Lauterbach & Amen
a.) Monthly Financial Report
b.) Presentation and Approval of Bills
c.) Additional Bills, if any
d.) Discussion/Possible Action – Cash Management Policy
8. Communications and Reports
a.) Statements of Economic Interest
b.) Affidavits of Continued Eligibility
9. Trustee Training Updates
a.) Approval of Trustee Training Registration Fees and Reimbursable Expenses
10. Applications for Membership/Withdrawals from Fund
a.) Application for Membership – Kyle Maurer
11. Applications for Retirement/Disability Benefits
a.) Deceased Pensioner – Karen Bielinski-Richardson
12. Old Business
a.) Reciprocity Update – Matthew Stanley
b.) Discussion/Possible Action – Fiduciary Liability Insurance Proposal
c.) Discu
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 19:00
Plan and Design Commission
Commission to hold public hearings on two Planned Development projects
The Plan and Design Commission will conduct public hearings regarding amendments and permits for two residential and redevelopment projects. The body will also receive an administrative design review update.
- Public Hearing #PUD-2026-00087: 227 residential townhomes at 1660 and 1700 Old Deerfield Rd.
- Public Hearing #PUD-2026-00086: Town of Fort Sheridan Master Redevelopment Plan at 0 Patten Rd. and adjacent to 3535 Patten Rd.
- Administrative Design Review Update
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the statutes of the State of Illinois and the ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the next
regular meeting of the Plan & Design Commission of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour
of 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may email Karl Burhop, Senior Planner, with the
Community Development Department, at [email protected]. All emails and comments submitted for the
Commission will be made public.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe or participate in this hearing, or who have question s
about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
[email protected] or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign -up for its e News for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign-up for the
eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
City of Highland Park
Regular Meeting of the Plan and Design Commission
Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue
May 19, 2026
7:00 P.M.
MEETING AGENDA
I. Call
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Plan and Design Review Commission Minutes
May 19, 2026 - Page 1
1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
2 PLAN AND DESIGN COMMISSION
3 OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
4
5
6 MEETING DATE: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
7
8 MEETING LOCATION: Council Chambers, City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL
9
10 CALL TO ORDER
11 At 7 p.m., Chairperson Kerch called the meeting to order. Staff was asked to call the roll.
12
13 ROLL CALL
14 Commissioners Present: Chairperson Kerch; Commissioners Fettner, Henry, Ihnchak, Mantis, Moore, &
15 Nanus
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17 Councilmember Present: Ross
18
19 Student Council Absent: Pielet
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21 Staff declared that a quorum was present.
22
23 Guests Present: Russ Whitaker, Partner/Rosanova & Whitaker Ltd.
24 Scott Borstein, Attorney/Neal & Leroy
25 Jacob Dodds, Architect/Dirk Denison Architects
26 Steve Gregory, Director of Land Planning & Landscape Architecture; Alex Eppert,
27 Project Manager/Eriksson Engineering Associates, Ltd.
28
29 Staff Present: Fontane, Burhop, & Mistretta
30
31 Others Present: Marcus Martinez, Corporation Counsel/Elrod Friedman LLP
32 Gale Cerabona/Recorder
33
34 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
35 Regular Meeting of the Plan and Design Commission – May 5, 2026
36
37 Chairperson Kerch thanked Vice Chair Nanus, the PDC, and Staff for their hard work during his absence.
38
39 Commissioner Nanus moved to approve the May 5, 2026, PDC regular meeting minutes. Commissioner
40 Mantis seconded the motion.
41
42 On
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 12:00
General
City officials to review mission statement and major project planning
The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the City's mission, priorities, and values statement. The session includes brainstorming for a multi-year major project work plan and a review of city finances and select initiatives.
- Review of City Mission, Priorities & Values Statement
- Multi-Year Major Project Work Plan brainstorming session
- Review of select initiatives
- Discussion of City Finances and Financial Plans
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Committee of the Whole Meeting
The Senior Center
1201 Park Avenue West
Highland Park, IL 60035
May 18, 2026
12:00 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if requested.
All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s website.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Minutes
IV. Scheduled Business
A. Review City Mission, Priorities & Values Statement
B. Multi-Year Major Project Work Plan Brainstorming Session
C. Review of Select Initiatives
D. City Finances and Financial Plans
V. Other Matters
VI. Closed Session
VII. Adjournment
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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF
THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
MEETING DATE: Monday, May 18, 2026
MEETING LOCATION: City of Highland Park Senior Center
1201 Park Avenue West, Highland Park, IL 60035
CALL TO ORDER
At 12:08 PM, Mayor Rotering called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call:
PRESENT: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Bruckman, Ross, Tapia, Lidawer,
Blumberg
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Neukirch, Public Works Director Bannon, Community
Development Director Fontane, Assistant City Manager Jason, Police Chief
Jogmen, Finance Director McCaulou, Fire Chief Schrage, Assistant City
Manager Taub, Communications Manager Bennett
Councilmember Tapia joined the meeting at 12:13 PM
Councilmember Center joined the meeting at 12:18 PM
SCHEDULED BUSINESS
The Mayor welcomed attendees and provided the history of these special workshops.
City Manager Neukirch reviewed the agenda for the workshop and indicated that a PowerPoint was
prepared to guide the discussion covering a myriad of topics. Committee feedback was requested
on the various proposals and initiatives as it pertains to Fiscal Year 2027 planning.
1. Mission & Priorities
City Manager Neukirch reviewed the City’s mission and priorities.
The Council reviewed the 2026 priorities (Fiscal Stability, Public Safety,
Infrastructure Investment, Economic Development, Environmental Sustainability,
Vibrancy).
The Council discussed the mission
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Thu May 14, 2026 · 17:00
Police Pension Board
Police Pension Board to review financial reports and approve bills
The Highland Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review investment performance, approve financial reports, and consider fiduciary liability insurance and legal updates.
- Approval of meeting minutes from December 2025 and February 2026
- Review of investment performance reports from Sawyer Falduto Asset Management
- Discussion/Possible Action on fiduciary liability insurance proposal
- Discussion/Possible Action on Lauterbach & Amen monthly services renewal
- Approval of bills and review of cash management policy
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1677 Old Deerfield Road, Highland Park
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NOTICE OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
HIGHLAND PARK POLICE PENSION FUND
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Highland Park Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will conduct a regular meeting on
Thursday, May 14 , 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the Highland Park Police Department 2nd Floor Conference
Room located at 1677 Old Deerfield Road , Highland Park, Illinois 60035 for the purposes set forth in
the following agenda:
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Remote Attendance by Certain Trustees (if any)
4. Public Comment
5. Approval of Meeting Minutes
a.) December 3, 2025 Special Meeting
b.) February 12, 2026 Regular Meeting
6. Investment Reports
a.) Sawyer Falduto Asset Management, LLC Investment Performance Review
b.) IPOPIF – Verus Advisory, Inc.
i. State Street Statements
7. Actuarial Report – Nyhart
a.) Review/Approve – Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
8. Accountant’s Report – Lauterbach & Amen
a.) Monthly Financial Report
b.) Presentation and Approval of Bills
c.) Additional Bills, if any
d.) Review/Update – Cash Management Policy
9. Communications and Reports
a.) Statements of Economic Interest
b.) Affidavits of Continued Eligibility
10. Trustee Training Updates
a.) Approval of Trustee Training Registration Fees and Reimbursable Expenses
11. Applications for Membership/Withdrawals from Fund
12. Applications for Retirement/Disability Benefits
a.) Deceased Pensioner – Norman Swalgren/Approval of Surviving Spouse Benefits –
Sheila Swa
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Thu May 14, 2026 · 18:00
Sustainability Advisory Group
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
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CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY GROUP
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, May 14, 2026
6:00 PM
Highland Park City Hall, Pre-Session Conference Room
1707 St. Johns Avenue
Highland Park, Illinois
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the C ity of Highland Park, a Meeting of the Sustainability Advisory
Group of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:00 PM on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at the City of Highland Park City Hall,
1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois, during which it is anticipated there will be a discussion of the following:
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the Advisory Group in the following ways:
1. EMAILS FOR THE RECORD. Email the Sustainability Advisory Group staff liaison, Sustainability Manager, Austin Knight at
[email protected]. If you wish to have your comments read into the record, limit your communication to 200 words or less. Public
comments received by 3:00 PM the day of the meeting will be read under Business from the Public. Public comments should contain the
following information:
• In the subject line, identify, “SAG Meeting – Read into the Record
• Name, Address, City Phone (optional)
• Topic or agenda item number of interest
• Organization or agency representing, if applicable
2. EMAILS WITH UNLIMITED INFORMATION. Individuals who do not wish to have their comments read into the record c
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY GROUP OF
THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
MEETING DATE: Thursday, May 14, 2026
MEETING LOCATION: Pre-Session Conference Room – Highland Park City Hall
1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
At 6: 02 PM, Chair Futterman called the Sustainability Advisory Group (“SAG”) meeting to order and
Sustainability Manager Knight called the roll.
Advisors Present:
Chair Futterman, Advisors Klee, Goldstone, Reinstein, Wesslund, and Scott
Advisors Absent:
Advisor Donart
Staff Present: Assistant to the City Manager Palbitska, Sustainability Manager Knight, City
Engineer Stawski
Also Present: Student Advisor Goldberg, Andrea Nosek
MINUTES
(a) Approval of the March 12, 2026 Sustainability Advisory Group Special Meeting Minutes
Advisor Klee moved to approve the minutes. Advisor Goldstone seconded the motion. Voice vote,
unanimous. Chair Futterman declared the motion passed.
BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC
None
NEW BUSINESS
a) Introduction of New Member
Chair Futterman welcomed Advisor Scott.
Advisor Scott introduced herself. She discussed her sustainability interests and what she hopes to
contribute to SAG.
b) Presentation: Proposed Bluff Restoration Project
Chair Futterman asked City Engineer (“CE”) Anna Stawski to present on a proposed bluff
restoration project.
Discussion ensued between the Advisors and CE Stawski regarding the bluff restorat
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Thu May 14, 2026 · 18:30
Historic Preservation
Commission reviews Certificates of Appropriateness for two Forest and Grange Avenue sites
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss two Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will also review minutes from two special meetings held in April and May 2026.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 1442 Forest Avenue
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 2012 Grange Avenue
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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
City Hall - Council Chambers
May 14, 2026
6:30 PM
Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of
Highland Park, the next regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of
Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:30 PM on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at
City Hall - Council Chambers, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois, during which
meeting it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The Historic Preservation Commission has elected to conduct the hearing entirely in-
person, and without opportunity for virtual viewing or participation. Please contact the
Department of Community Development – Planning Division at (847) 432-0867 for up-to-
date information on the conduct of the hearing.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may email the Staff Liaison Maddy
Markle. Comments and emails received prior to the Thursday before the scheduled meeting will
be included in the meeting packet. Public comments received by 4:30 PM the day of the meeting
will be read under Business from the Public. Any comments received during the meeting will be
held until the end of the meeting. Individuals who wish to have their comments read into the
public record are limited to 200 words or less. Public comments should be emailed and contain
the following information:
• In the subject li
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Historic Preservation Commission Minutes
May 14, 2026 - Page 1
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING 1
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 2
OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS 3
4
5
MEETING DATE: Wednesday, May 14, 2026 6
7
MEETING LOCATION: Council Chambers, City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 8
9
CALL TO ORDER 10
At 6:30 p.m., Chairperson Weeder called the meeting to order. This Commission meeting takes place on-site. 11
Staff was asked to call the roll. 12
13
ROLL CALL 14
Commissioners Present: Chairperson Weeder; Commissioners Gonka, Greenbaum, Hartinger, Pines, & 15
Portman 16
17
Commissioner Absent: Commissioner Ehrlich 18
19
Councilmember Absent: Blumberg 20
21
Student Council Absent: Cooper Baum & Gabi Goldstein 22
23
Staff declared that a quorum was present. 24
25
Staff Present: Markle 26
27
Guests Present: Andrew Venamore, CEO/H.G.B. 28
29
Others Present: Gale Cerabona, Recorder 30
31
APPROVAL OF MINUTES 32
Special Meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission – April 15, 2026 33
34
Commissioner Portman moved to approve the special meeting minutes of April 15, 2026. Commissioner 35
Gonka seconded the motion. 36
37
On a voice vote 38
Voting Yea Chairperson Weeder; Commissioners Gonka, Greenbaum, Hartinger, Pines, & 39
Portman 40
Voting Nay: None 41
42
Staff declared that the motion passed unanimously. 43
44
Special Meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission – May 7, 2026 45
46
Com
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Thu May 14, 2026 · 17:00
Human Relations Advisory Group
Highland Park Police Department, Highland Park
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Human Relations Advisory Group Meeting
Highland Park Police Department
May 14, 2026
5:00 PM
Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of
Highland Park, a Regular Meeting of the Human Relations Advisory Group of the City of
Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour of 5:00 PM on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at the
Highland Park Police Department, 1677 Old Deerfield Road, Highland Park, Illinois during
which it is anticipated there will be a discussion.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the Advisory Group in
the following ways:
1. Emails for the Record. Email Christina Earle, the Human Relations Advisory Group
staff liaison. If you wish to have your comments read into the record, limit your
communication to 200 words or less. Public comments received by 3:00 PM the day of
the meeting will be read under Business from the Public. Public comments should contain
the following information:
o • In the subject line, identify, “HRAG Meeting – Read into the Record”
o • Name • City • Address (optional) • Phone (optional) • Organization, agency
representing, if applicable • Topic or agenda item number of interest
2. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals who do not wish to have their
comments read into the record can email Christina Earle an unlimited number of words.
Emails will be forwarded to the Human Relations Advisory Group if requested.
3.
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Council to vote on budget amendment and local landmark designation
The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the 2026 annual budget and designate 670 De Tamble Avenue as a local landmark. The body will also review contracts for computers, phone services, and rock salt.
- Ordinance amending the 2026 annual budget for projects and expenditures in multiple funds
- Ordinance designating 670 De Tamble Avenue as a local landmark
- Resolution for the purchase of notebook and desktop computers from Dell Marketing, L.P.
- Resolution awarding the rock salt purchase contract to Compass Minerals America Inc.
- Resolution ratifying a minor amendment to Planned Development for 418 Sheridan Road
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City Council Meeting
City Hall
1707 St Johns Avenue,
Highland Park, Il 60035
May 11, 2026
7:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if requested.
All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s website.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council Held on April
27, 2026
B. Approval of the Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Meeting of the City
Council on April 27, 2026
V. Approval of Warrant List
A. Warrant List and Wire Transfers from April 17, 2026 to April 30, 2026.
VI. Report
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HIGHLAND PARK
MEETING DATE: May 11, 2026
MEETING LOCATION: City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035
I. Call to Order
At 7:31 PM, Mayor Rotering called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call:
II. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Center, Bruckman, Ross, Lidawer,
Blumberg
Absent: Councilmember Tapia
Staff Present: City Manager Neukirch, Director of Public Works Bannon, Community
Development Director Fontane, Assistant City Manager Jason, Police Chief
Jogmen, Finance Director McCaulou, Fire Chief Schrage, Commander
Curran, Assistant to the City Manager Palbitska
Also Present: Corporation Counsel Elrod, Assistant Corporation Counsel Martinez
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council Held on April 27,
2026
B. Approval of the Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Meeting of the City
Council on April 27, 2026
Councilmember Lidawer moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the
City Council Held on April 27, 2026 and the Minutes of the Closed Session of the
Regular Meeting of the City Council on April 27, 2026. Councilmember Blumberg
seconded the motion. Upon a voice vote, the Mayor declared the motion Passed (6 - 0).
MOVER: Councilmember Lidawer
SECONDER: Councilmember Blumberg
AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Bruckman, Ross, Lidawer,
Council
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 16:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
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Committee of the Whole Meeting
City Hall
1707 St Johns Avenue,
Highland Park, IL 60035
May 11, 2026
4:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if requested.
All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s website.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the
City. To sign-up for the enews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Committee of the Whole
Held on April 27, 2026
IV. Scheduled Business
A. Discussion Regarding the Permanent Place of Remembrance Initial Design Concepts
B. Policy Discussion Regarding the Possible Advancement of Term Limits
C. Update: Status of 445 Central
V. Other Matters
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MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND
PARK
MEETING DATE: May 11, 2026
MEETING LOCATION: City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035
I. Call to Order
At 4:32 PM, Mayor Rotering called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call:
II. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Center, Bruckman, Ross, Tapia (remote),
Lidawer, Blumberg
Absent: None
Staff Present: City Manager Neukirch, Director of Public Works Bannon, Community
Development Director Fontane, Assistant City Manager Jason, Police Chief
Jogmen, Finance Director McCaulou, Fire Chief Schrage, Assistant City
Manager Taub, Commander Curran, Communications Manager Bennett,
Assistant to the City Manager Palbitska, Business Development Manager
Elder, Management Analyst Cherry, Social Services Specialist Alejandro
Also Present: Corporation Counsel Elrod, Assistant Corporation Counsel Martinez, All
Together (Marisa Schulz), SWA (Ben Waldo, Sofia Mingo)
III. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Committee of the Whole Held on
April 27, 2026
Councilmember Lidawer moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the
Committee of the Whole Held on April 27, 2026. Councilmember Blumberg seconded
the motion. Upon a voice vote, the Mayor declared the motion Passed (7 - 0).
MOVER: Councilmember Lidawer
SECONDER: Councilmember Blumberg
AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Center, Bruckman, Ross, Tapia,
Lidawe
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Fri May 8, 2026 · 15:30
Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
1707 St. Johns Ave, Highland Park
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Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Meeting
Highland Park City Hall (Pre-Session)
May 8, 2026
3:30 PM
Agenda
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Pursuant to Chapter 5, Illinois Compiled Statutes, Act 120, notice is given hereby that the Board
of Fire and Police Commissioners of the City of Highland Park will hold a Special meeting at
3:30 PM on Friday, May 8, 2026 at the Highland Park Police Department, 1707 St, Johns Ave.
Highland Park, Illinois, which Special meeting will be held for the purposes set forth in the
following agenda:
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Minutes
A. Minutes
IV. Closed Session
V. Scheduled Business
A. Approval of a Police Officer (Entry Level) Eligibility Process
VI. Other Business
VII. Business from the Public (Individuals wishing to be heard regarding items not listed
on this agenda)
VIII. Adjournment
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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS
OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
MEETING DATE: May 8, 2026
MEETING LOCATION: Highland Park City Hall
1707 St. Johns Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
CALL TO ORDER
At 3:46 PM Chair Witkowski called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call.
ROLL CALL
Members Present: Chair Evan Witkowski
Commissioner Mayla Arceo Dicker
Commissioner Kris Byrnes
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Human Resources Manager Nick Barnes
Others Present: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Special Meeting of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners – April 10, 2026
Chair Witkowski requested a motion to approve the open and closed session Minutes of a
Special Meeting of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for the date of April 10, 2026.
Commissioner Arceo Dicker motioned to approve the minutes, Commissioner Byrnes
seconded.
On a voice vote:
Voting Yea: Chair Witkowski, Commissioner Byrnes, Commissioner Arceo Dicker
Voting Nay: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Special Meeting – Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
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Chair Witkowski declared that the motion passed.
CLOSED SESSION
There was no closed session.
CLOSED SESSION REVIEW
There was no closed session.
SCHEDULED BUSINESS
A. Approval of a Police Officer (Entry Level) Eligibility Process
Chair Witkowski entertained a motion from Commissioner Arceo Dicker for the Board
to approve City staff to c
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Thu May 7, 2026 · 18:30
General
1445 Sheridan Rd, Highland Park
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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
1445 Sheridan Road
May 7, 2026
6:30 PM
Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of
Highland Park, the next Special meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission of the City of
Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:30 PM on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at The
Ward Willits House - 1445 Sheridan Road, Highland Park, Illinois, during which meeting it is
anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The Historic Preservation Commission, on behalf of the City, has elected to conduct the
meeting entirely in-person, and without opportunity for virtual viewing or participation.
Please contact the Department of Community Development – Planning Division at (847)
432-0867 for up-to-date information on the conduct of the meeting.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may email the Staff Liaison Maddy
Markle. Comments and emails received prior to the Thursday before the scheduled meeting will
be included in the meeting packet. Public comments received by 4:30 PM the day of the meeting
will be read under Business from the Public. Any comments received during the meeting will be
held until the end of the meeting. Individuals who wish to have their comments read into the
public record are limited to 200 words or less. Public comments should be emailed and contain
the following information:
• In the subje
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Historic Preservation Commission Minutes
April 15, 2026 - Page 1
MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING 1
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 2
OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS 3
4
5
MEETING DATE: Thursday, May 7, 2026 6
7
MEETING LOCATION: Ward Willits House, 1445 Sheridan Road, Highland Park IL 8
9
CALL TO ORDER 10
The meeting began at 6:30 pm. This Commission meeting takes place off-site at 1445 Sheridan Road. 11
12
ROLL CALL 13
Commissioners Present: Chairperson Weeder; Commissioners Ehrlich, Gonka, Hartinger, Pines, & Portman 14
15
Councilmember Present: Blumberg, Ross, Mayor Rotering 16
17
Student Council Absent: Cooper Baum & Gabi Goldstein 18
19
Student Council Present: None 20
21
Staff declared that a quorum was present. 22
23
Staff Present: Planner Markle, Senior Planner Coleman, and City Manager Neukirch 24
25
Guests Present: Thomas Hiller, Peijian Sun, Cedar Roofing Company, Northshore School District 26
112, and Mary Seyfarth. 27
28
APPROVAL OF MINUTES 29
There was no approval of minutes. 30
31
SCHEDULED BUSINESS 32
Staff presented the winners of the 2026 Historic Preservation Awards. 33
34
Winners Thomas Hiller and representatives of North Shore School District 112 spoke about their 35
preservation projects. 36
37
Resident Mary Seyfarth spoke about the Rocky the Raccoon Weathervane and the relocation of “The Flight 38
of Time” clock. 39
40
DISCUSSION ITEMS 41
There were no discussion items. 42
43
BUSINESS
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Thu May 7, 2026 · 19:30
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board to discuss fence and garage encroachments
The Highland Park Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss two property variations that request permission to build structures within required setback lines. The meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2026, at City Hall.
- Public Hearing on #VAR-2026-00068: Fence encroachment at 2982 Western Ave
- Public Hearing on #VAR-2026-00069: Garage encroachment at 1442 Forest Ave
- Withdrawal of applications for 879 Burton Ave and 353 N Deere Park Dr E
- Approval of April 16, 2026 Zoning Board of Appeals Draft Minutes
zoningvariationssetbacksbuilding-linespublic-hearinghighland-park
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the
next regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at
the hour of 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois,
during which meeting it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this hearing, or who have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
[email protected] or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign -up for its eNews for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign -up for
the eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Public Hearing
Thursday, 05/07/2026 - 7:30 P.M.
Council Chambers
City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois
AGENDA
1) Call to Order
2) Approval of Minutes
a) 04/16/2026 Zoning Board of Appeals Draft Minutes
3) Business from the Public
4) Old B
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Zoning Board of Appeal Minutes
May 7, 2026 - Page 1
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING 1
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS COMMISSION 2
OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS 3
4
5
MEETING DATE: Thursday, May 7, 2026 6
7
MEETING LOCATION: Council Chambers, City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 8
9
CALL TO ORDER 10
At 7:31 p.m., Chairperson Yablon called the meeting to order. This Commission meeting takes place on-site. 11
Staff was asked to call the roll. 12
13
ROLL CALL 14
Commissioners Present: Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky, 15
Weisberg, & Zaransky 16
17
Councilmember Absent: Center 18
19
Student Council Absent: Zoe Heller 20
21
Staff declared that a quorum was present. 22
23
Guests Present: Domenic Sciarrone/Petitioner 24
Andrew Venamore, CEO/H.G.B. 25
26
Staff Present: Hoffmann & Mistretta 27
28
Others Present: Gale Cerabona, Recorder 29
30
APPROVAL OF MINUTES 31
Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals – April 16, 2026 32
33
Commissioner Chase moved to approve the April 16, 2026, regular meeting minutes as drafted. 34
Commissioner Weisberg seconded the motion. 35
36
On a roll call vote 37
Voting Yea Chairperson Yablon; Commissioners Aronoff, Chase, Harmelech, Treshansky, 38
Weisberg, & Zaransky 39
Voting Nay: None 40
41
Chairperson Yablon declared that the motion passed unanimously. 42
43
BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC 44
There was no Business from the Public. 4
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Wed May 6, 2026 · 18:30
Housing Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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Public Notice
Housing Commission Regular Meeting
In accordance with the Statutes of the State of Illinois and the Ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the next
regular meeting of the City of Highland Park Housing Commission, the Peers Housing Associa tion, Ravinia
Housing Association , and Sunset Woods Association is scheduled to be held at the hour of 6:30 P.M. on
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 and will take place at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois
inside the Council Chambers . Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the
Commission in the following ways:
1. EMAILS FOR THE RECORD. Email the Housing Commission staff liaison, Planner Zubin Coleman
at [email protected]. If you wish to have your comments read into the record, limit your
communication to 200 words or less. Public comments received by 4:30 PM the day of the meeting will
be read under Business from the Public. Public comments should contain the following information:
In the subject line, identify, “Housing Commission Meeting – Read into the Record”
Name
City
Address (optional)
Phone (optional)
Organization, agency representing, if applicable.
Topic or agenda item number of interest
2. EMAILS WITH U NLIMITED INFORMATION . Individuals who do not wish to have their
comments read into the record can email Senior Planner, Zubin Coleman an unlimited number of
words. Emails will be forwarded to the Housing Commission if reques
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Tue May 5, 2026 · 19:00
Plan and Design Commission
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In accordance with the statutes of the State of Illinois and the ordinances of the City of Highland Park, the next
regular meeting of the Plan & Design Commission of the City of Highland Park is scheduled to be held at the hour
of 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, Illinois.
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item may email Karl Burhop, Senior Planner, with the
Community Development Department, at [email protected]. All emails and comments submitted f or the
Commission will be made public.
The City, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with disabilities who
require certain accommodations to allow them to observe or participate in this hearing, or who have questi ons
about the accessibility of the meeting facilities, contact the City’s ADA coordinator Emily Taub at
[email protected] or 847.926.1005.
The City encourages individuals to sign -up for its e News for important information from the City and its
government partners. The City updates its web site daily and also posts on social media daily. To sign-up for the
eNews, visit www.cityhpil.com.
At the meeting, it is anticipated that there will be a discussion of the following items:
City of Highland Park
Regular Meeting of the Plan and Design Commission
Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue
May 5, 2026
7:00 P.M.
MEETING AGENDA
I. Call t
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Plan and Design Review Commission Minutes
May 5, 2026 - Page 1
1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
2 PLAN AND DESIGN COMMISSION
3 OF THE CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
4
5
6 MEETING DATE: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
7
8 MEETING LOCATION: Council Chambers, City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL
9
10 CALL TO ORDER
11 At 7 p.m., Acting Chair Nanus called the meeting to order. Staff was asked to call the roll.
12
13 ROLL CALL
14 Commissioners Present: Acting Chair Nanus; Commissioners Fettner, Henry, Ihnchak, & Mantis
15
16 Commissioners Absent: Chairperson Kerch; Commissioner Moore
17
18 Councilmember Present: Ross
19
20 Student Council Present: Pielet
21
22 Staff declared that a quorum was present.
23
24 Guests Present: Cal Bernstein, Attorney/Samuels & Bernstein
25 Jim Fraerman, Principal/Fraerman Associates Architecture
26 Greg Moyer, Founder/Moyer Properties
27
28 Staff Present: Fontane, Burhop, Hoffmann, & Markle
29
30 Others Present: Marcus Martinez, Corporation Counsel/Elrod Friedman LLP
31 Gale Cerabona/Recorder
32
33 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
34 Regular Meeting of the Plan and Design Commission – April 21, 2026
35
36 Commissioner Fettner advised he reviewed the minutes and watched the video.
37
38 Commissioner Mantis moved to approve the April 21, 2026, PDC regular meeting minutes. Commissioner
39 Ihnchak seconded the motion.
40
41 On a voice vote
42 Voting Yea Acting Chair Nanus; Commissioners Fettner, Henry, Ihnchak, & Mantis
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 17:30
Committee of the Whole
City Hall - Pre-Session, Highland Park
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Committee of the Whole Meeting
City Hall
1707 St Johns Avenue,
Highland Park, IL 60035
April 27, 2026
5:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if requested.
All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link
through the meeting portal.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the City
by visiting www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Committee of the Whole
Held on April 13, 2026
B. Approval of the Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Meeting of the
Committee of the Whole of the City Council Held on April 13, 2026
IV. Scheduled Business
A. Incentivizing Reduction in Use of Single-Use Bags
B. Historic Preserva
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MINUTES OF THE OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE OF THE CITY OF
HIGHLAND PARK
MEETING DATE: April 27, 2026
MEETING LOCATION: City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035
I. Call to Order
At 5:30 PM, Mayor Rotering called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call:
II. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Center (remote), Bruckman, Ross,
Tapia, Lidawer (remote), Blumberg
Absent: None
Staff Present: City Manager Neukirch, Director of Public Works Bannon, Community
Development Director Fontane, Assistant City Manager Jason, Finance
Director McCaulou, Assistant City Manager Taub, Commander Curran,
Communications Manager Bennett, Assistant to the City Manager
Palbitska
Also Present: Corporation Counsel Elrod
III. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Committee of the Whole
Held on April 13, 2026
Councilmember Lidawer moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of
the Committee of the Whole Held on April 13, 2026. Councilmember Bruckman
seconded the motion. Upon a voice vote, the Mayor declared the motion Passed (7 -
0).
MOVER: Councilmember Lidawer
SECONDER: Councilmember Bruckman
AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Center, Bruckman, Ross,
Tapia, Lidawer, Blumberg
NAYS: None
B. Approval of the Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Meeting of the
Committee of the Whole of the City Council Held on April 13, 2026
Councilmember Bruckman moved to approve the Minutes
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 19:30
City Council
City Hall - Council Chambers, Highland Park
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City Council Meeting
City Hall
1707 St Johns Avenue,
Highland Park, Il 60035
April 27, 2026
7:30 PM
Agenda
Individuals with questions or feedback about an agenda item can address the City in the
following ways:
1. Emails with Unlimited Information. Individuals may email the City an unlimited number
of words at [email protected]. Emails will be forwarded to the City Council if requested.
All emails received will be acknowledged.
2. Telephone. Individuals with no access to email may leave a message with the City
Manager’s Office at 847.926.1000.
3. Live Comments. Individuals are able to address the Council during the City Council
meeting. Questions/comments should be limited to three minutes or less.
Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings are broadcast live on the City’s Facebook
page and on the City’s website. Meetings can be watched after the meeting from a video link on
the City’s meeting portal.
The City encourages individuals to sign-up for its enews for important information from the City
by visiting www.cityhpil.com.
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council Held on April
13, 2026
B. Approval of the Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Meeting of the City
Council on April 13, 2026
V. Approval of Warrant List
A. Warrant List and Wire Transfers from April 03, 2026 to April 16, 2026.
VI. Report of Mayor
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HIGHLAND PARK
___________________________________________________________________________________
MEETING DATE: April 27, 2026
MEETING LOCATION: City Hall, 1707 St Johns Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035
I. Call to Order
At 7:30 PM, Mayor Rotering called the meeting to order and asked for a roll call:
II. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Bruckman, Ross, Tapia, Lidawer
(remote), Blumberg
Absent: Councilmember Center
Staff Present: City Manager Neukirch, Director of Public Works Bannon, Community
Development Director Fontane, Assistant City Manager Jason, Finance
Director McCaulou, Assistant City Manager Taub, Commander Curran,
Communications Manager Bennett, Assistant to the City Manager
Palbitska
Also Present: Corporation Counsel Elrod
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council Held on April
13, 2026
Councilmember Blumberg moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of
the City Council Held on April 13, 2026. Councilmember Tapia seconded the
motion. Upon a voice vote, the Mayor declared the motion Passed (6 - 0).
MOVER: Councilmember Blumberg
SECONDER: Councilmember Tapia
AYES: Mayor Rotering, Councilmembers Bruckman, Ross, Tapia,
Lidawer, Blumberg
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Center
2. Approval of the Minutes of the Closed Session of the Regular Meeting of the City
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🌐 County-level context
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,761/mo (190 assisted households · 2025)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD