Lincolnwood, Illinois

Environmental Commission

This special meeting of the Lincolnwood Environmental Commission will discuss the 2026-2036 Sustainability Plan, a ten-year framework for environmental initiatives. The commission will also approve the minutes from its April 27 meeting and take public comment.

• Discussion of the 2026-2036 Sustainability Plan
• Approval of minutes from April 27, 2026

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will first approve the minutes from its April 27, 2026 meeting. The commission will then discuss the village’s 2026‑2036 Sustainability Plan, reviewing its goals and implementation framework. No other business is scheduled.

• Approve minutes of April 27, 2026 Environmental Commission meeting
• Discussion of the 2026‑2036 Sustainability Plan

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on July 8, 2026. The only item scheduled for decision is a request for variations to permit a 6-foot-tall fence in the corner side yard at 3831 W Albion Avenue. Two other cases—a special use for outdoor storage containers and variations for a hot tub and fence—are continued to the August 5, 2026 meeting.

• Case VAR-11-26: Variation for a 6-foot-tall fence in corner side yard at 3831 W Albion Ave (property owner Lidia Stoia)
• Case SUP-09-26: Special Use for outdoor storage containers at 7015 N Central Park Ave, 7001 N Lawndale Ave (continued to Aug 5)
• Case VAR-10-26: Variations for a hot tub and 5-foot-tall fence at 7150 N Karlov Ave (continued to Aug 5)
• Consideration of additional relief from Chapter 15 of the Zoning Code for each case

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by property owner Lidia Stoia for a zoning variation to allow a 6-foot-tall semi-private fence in the corner side yard at 3831 W Albion Avenue. Two earlier cases are continued to the August 5 meeting: outdoor storage containers at 7015 N Central Park Avenue and a hot tub and fence at 7150 N Karlov Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of June 3 meeting minutes and a staff update.

• Public hearing: VAR-11-26 – 6-ft fence in corner side yard at 3831 W Albion Ave
• Case SUP-09-26 for outdoor storage containers continued to Aug 5
• Case VAR-10-26 for hot tub and 5-ft fence at 7150 N Karlov Ave continued to Aug 5
• Approval of June 3, 2026 meeting minutes

Traffic Commission

The June 25, 2026 Traffic Commission meeting has been canceled because there were no agenda items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 23, 2026.

Economic Development Commission

The regular June 24, 2026 meeting of the Village of Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, 2026. No business was discussed or decided at this canceled meeting.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a closed session to discuss a final offer of employment for a lateral police officer candidate. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss final offer of employment for a lateral police officer candidate

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will discuss the proposed 2026-2036 Sustainability Plan, which sets goals for energy efficiency, waste reduction, and community engagement. The Commission will also receive an update on the IEPA Energy Efficiency Grant funding LED lighting retrofits at Village facilities. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting and public comment.

• Discussion of 2026-2036 Sustainability Plan (framework with goals for energy, water, waste, and outreach)
• Update on IEPA Energy Efficiency Grant for LED interior retrofits at Village Hall, Police, Fire, and Public Works
• Approval of minutes from April 27, 2026 Environmental Commission meeting
• Staff report exploring additional building upgrades like insulated garage doors
• Public comment period for residents

Environmental Commission

This meeting of the Environmental Commission was canceled because a quorum could not be reached. No business was conducted. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2026.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting scheduled for August 24, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Gerald C. Turry Village Board Room

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board holds a Committee of the Whole Workshop with only a financial review as the substantive item. The meeting is otherwise procedural, including call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment.

• Financial Review

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

The June 17, 2026 meeting of the Lincolnwood Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on July 8, 2026.

• Meeting canceled; next meeting scheduled for July 8, 2026

Village Board

This regular meeting includes approval of warrants totaling $1,045,568.76, consent agenda items such as a $1,268,100 contract with Pipe Strong, LLC for the 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement Program, and an ordinance amending administrative hearing chapters. Regular business items include accepting the 2025 annual financial report, a $20,702 change order for landscaping at Proesel Park, and a variation request for a fence at 4529 West Columbia Avenue. The board will also consider several proclamations and ceremonial items.

• Approval of warrants totaling $1,045,568.76
• Contract with Pipe Strong, LLC for $1,268,100 for the 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Ordinance amending Chapters 7 and 18 of the Municipal Code concerning administrative hearings
• Change order with Hacienda Landscaping, Inc. for $20,702 for Proesel Park construction and renovation
• Variation request for a fence in a corner side yard at 4529 West Columbia Avenue

Village Board

The Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss an update on overnight resident-only parking, presented by Jay Parrott. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a possible closed session.

• Overnight resident-only parking update presented by Jay Parrott

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on consent agenda items including a $1,268,100 contract for the 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement Program and a lease agreement at 3601 Union Pacific Trail. Regular business includes accepting the annual comprehensive financial report, approving a $20,702 change order for Proesel Park construction, and considering a fence variation at 4529 West Columbia Avenue. Ceremonial proclamations and police officer swearing-ins are also scheduled.

• Approval of $1,268,100 contract with Pipe Strong, LLC for lead service line replacement
• Approval of $20,702 change order with Hacienda Landscaping for Proesel Park renovation
• Consideration of fence variation in corner side yard at 4529 West Columbia Avenue
• Ordinance amending Chapters 7 and 18 on administrative hearings and fee resolution
• Lease agreement approval for 3601 Union Pacific Trail

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an update on overnight resident‑only parking, based on a police memo and a resident survey. The survey of 105 residents showed 60 opposed and 40 in favor of the restriction. The Board is being asked to provide policy direction after the Traffic Commission voted not to pursue the restriction. The meeting also includes routine approval of prior minutes.

• Approve minutes of the June 2, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting
• Overnight Resident Only Parking update – survey of 105 residents (60 against, 40 for)
• Traffic Commission recommendation not to adopt the restriction
• Closed session motion to discuss minutes and property matters

Parks & Recreation Board

The Park and Recreation Board will consider a recommendation to name the new universally accessible playground in Proesel Park the Barry and Taffy Berger Universally Accessible Playground. The recommendation stems from a $1,000,000 donation from the Barry and Taffy Berger Charitable Foundation for park improvements and summer camp programs. The board will also hear routine reports from the director, staff, chairperson, and commissioners.

• Recommendation to name the universally accessible playground in Proesel Park after donors Barry and Taffy Berger
• Donation totals $1,000,000 over 10 years for parks and summer camps, plus an additional $50,000 annually for senior programs
• Playground is designed for children of all abilities
• Board also to approve minutes from May 18, 2026, meeting
• Director’s report includes update on Lincolnwood Fest and Proesel Park construction

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Park and Recreation Board will discuss and possibly recommend a name for the universally accessible playground in Proesel Park. Other agenda items include approval of May 18, 2026 meeting minutes, public forum, and routine reports.

• Recommendation regarding naming the universally accessible playground in Proesel Park

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Board will review various purchase requests and outstanding purchases. The agenda also includes board elections and a treasurer report.

• Purchase request for a new grill from ABT for $1,400.00
• Purchase request for firefighting equipment with vendor estimates between $3,322.35 and $3,777.35
• Purchase request for Newark 44" combo tools with vendor estimates between $225.95 and $238.80
• Purchase request for kitchen and grilling accessories for $5,000.00
• Purchase request for two Ventis four-gas meters from MES for $2,660.00

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

This is a routine meeting of the Foreign Fire Insurance Board. The board will approve prior minutes, receive a treasurer report, review tabled funding requests and outstanding purchases, consider new purchase requests, and hold board elections. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Review of tabled funding requests
• Review of outstanding purchases
• Review of submitted purchase requests
• Board elections

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on June 3, 2026, to consider two variance requests. Case VAR-07-2026 seeks a variation to exceed the 35% building coverage limit to construct a detached garage at 6841 N Kostner Avenue. Case VAR-08-2026 requests a variation to permit a driveway expansion exceeding the maximum width at 6520 N Drake Avenue. The commission will also vote on minutes from the May 6 meeting and receive staff updates.

• VAR-07-2026: Variation from Section 4.11 for building coverage exceeding 35% to construct a 22x22 ft detached garage at 6841 N Kostner Avenue
• VAR-08-2026: Variation from Section 7.13 to permit driveway expansion exceeding maximum width at 6520 N Drake Avenue
• Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes
• Staff update and public comment period

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two variance requests at its June 3 meeting. One request seeks to exceed maximum building coverage for a new detached garage at 6841 N Kostner Avenue. The other requests approval for a driveway expansion beyond maximum width at 6520 N Drake Avenue. Both items are public hearings with possible additional relief from the zoning code.

• Case VAR-07-2026: Variation from 35% building coverage limit for new detached garage at 6841 N Kostner Avenue
• Case VAR-08-2026: Variation from maximum driveway width at 6520 N Drake Avenue
• Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will approve several consent agenda items, including a $512,603.40 contract with V3 Construction Group for the North Shore Channel Shoreline Stabilization Project and a $59,700 contract for engineering services. Regular business includes a $69,427.83 purchase of garage doors and a $96,000 change order with Bolder Contractors for the 2025 Infrastructure Program. The meeting also features a public forum and a closed session.

• Approve award of $512,603.40 contract to V3 Construction Group, Ltd. for North Shore Channel Shoreline Stabilization Project
• Approve $59,700 contract with Engineering Resource Associates for construction engineering services
• Approve purchase of garage doors from Allied Door Inc. for $69,427.83
• Approve Change Order #1 with Bolder Contractors, Inc. for $96,000 services related to the 2025 Infrastructure Program
• Continue consideration of variations for fence installation at 4529 West Columbia Avenue

The Village Board approved the minutes from May 19, 2026 and authorized warrants totaling $785,424.04. It adopted the consent agenda, including a $512,603.40 contract with V3 Construction Group for the North Shore Channel Shoreline Stabilization Project and a $59,700 engineering services contract. The Board also waived competitive bidding to purchase garage doors for $69,427.83 and approved a $96,000 change order with Bolder Contractors for the 2025 infrastructure program.

• Approved May 19, 2026 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved warrants $785,424.04 (ayes: Klatzco, Sargon, Ikezoe-Halevi, Gussis, Martel; nays: none)
• Approved consent agenda, including $512,603.40 contract for North Shore Channel stabilization (ayes: Klatzco, Sargon, Ikezoe-Halevi, Gussis, Martel; nays: none)
• Approved $59,700 engineering services contract (ayes: Klatzco, Sargon, Ikezoe-Halevi, Gussis, Martel; nays: none)
• Approved waiver and purchase of garage doors for $69,427.83 (ayes: Klatzco, Sargon, Ikezoe-Halevi, Gussis, Martel; nays: none)
• Approved Change Order #1 with Bolder Contractors for $96,000 (ayes: Klatzco, Sargon, Ikezoe-Halevi, Gussis, Martel; nays: none)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss a proposed Parks and Recreation Affiliate Policy. No other substantive business is listed; the remainder of the agenda is procedural (approval of minutes, closed session, adjournment).

• Discussion of proposed Parks and Recreation Affiliate Policy

The Board discussed and gave consensus to adopt the proposed Parks and Recreation Affiliate Policy framework, directing staff to return with a detailed agreement or application process for the 2027 season. The policy formalizes relationships with outside organizations like the Lincolnwood Baseball and Softball Association. The Board also approved the May 19, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0) and voted to enter closed session to review closed session minutes and discuss property matters.

• Approved May 19, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes (5-0)
• Directed staff to adopt Affiliate Policy framework and return with detailed agreement for 2027 season (consensus, no formal vote)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss closed session minutes and property (5-0)

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on consent agenda items including a $512,603 contract for North Shore Channel shoreline stabilization, a deferred retirement incentive, and a fence variation. Regular business includes a resolution to waive competitive bidding for garage doors costing $69,428 and a change order for the 2025 Infrastructure Program totaling $96,000. Proclamations and awards for student achievers and heritage months will also be presented.

• Approval of $512,603 contract to V3 Construction Group for North Shore Channel Shoreline Stabilization
• Approval of $59,700 construction engineering contract with Engineering Resource Associates for the same project
• Waiver of competitive bidding for $69,428 in garage doors from Allied Door Inc.
• Change Order #1 for $96,000 for the 2025 Infrastructure Program with Bolder Contractors
• Continuation of fence variation consideration at 4529 West Columbia Avenue

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss and consider adopting a proposed Affiliate Policy that formalizes requirements for sports organizations using public facilities. The policy defines eligibility, fee structures, and accountability standards. It follows direction from a November 2024 board meeting and a unanimous recommendation from the Park and Recreation Board.

• Adoption of formal Affiliate Policy for sports organizations using village facilities
• Policy includes eligibility (501c3), fee structure (administrative and facility-use fees), and risk management requirements
• Lincolnwood Baseball and Softball Association (LWBBA) declined to sign previous updated agreement in 2025 and 2026
• Policy establishes process for application/agreement, annual reporting, and revocation conditions
• Park and Recreation Board voted unanimously on May 18, 2026 to recommend adoption

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a closed session to discuss personnel matters, specifically lateral police officer candidates and potential conditional offers of employment. The remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session under Section 2(c)(1) of the Open Meetings Act to discuss lateral police officer candidates
• Closed session to discuss potential conditional offers of employment

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission meeting scheduled for May 28, 2026 has been canceled because there were no items to discuss. The next meeting is set for June 25, 2026.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will review the April 22 meeting recap, including TIF reports and the Community Development Annual Report. The Business License Report shows 17 business closures (15 at Lincolnwood Town Center Mall) and 8 new businesses from March to May 22, 2026, resulting in a net loss of 9. Discussion items also include the Lincolnwood Town Center Mall and District 1860 build-out and occupancy.

• Business License Report: net loss of 9 businesses (8 new, 17 closed) from March 1 to May 22, 2026
• 15 of 17 closures were at Lincolnwood Town Center Mall following its recent sale
• Two auto dealerships sold by Auto Canada to Berman Automotive Group (Berman Kia and Berman Hyundai)
• Staff to discuss District 1860 build-out and occupancy
• Recap of April 22 EDC meeting includes TIF reports and discussion of business license date

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will review TIF reports and the Community Development Annual Report from the April meeting, discuss business license dates, and receive updates on the Lincolnwood Town Center Mall and District 1860 build-out. The agenda also includes approval of February minutes and a staffing update.

• Recap of April 22 meeting including TIF reports and Community Development Annual Report
• Discussion of business license date
• Business License Report
• Lincolnwood Town Center Mall update
• District 1860 Build-Out and Occupancy status

Police Pension Board

The Lincolnwood Police Pension Board is holding a special meeting on May 21, 2026, primarily to conduct a non-duty disability hearing for Albijon Purelku. The agenda also includes public comment and a possible closed session.

• Non-Duty Disability Hearing – Albijon Purelku
• Public comment (limit 3 minutes per person)
• Possible closed session as needed

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

The May 20, 2026 meeting of the Lincolnwood Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is June 3, 2026.

Village Board

The Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed modifications to the Municipal Code regarding administrative hearings. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Recommended modifications to Municipal Code regarding Administrative Hearings (Madeline Farrell)

The Board reached consensus to move forward with five recommendations to streamline administrative hearings. These changes include allowing written contests and adjusting interest rates on unpaid fines.

• Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Directed staff to allow residents and non-residents to contest hearings in writing without notarization
• Directed staff to extend the Motion to Set Aside a Default Judgment window to 35 days
• Directed staff to set the interest rate for unpaid fines at 5% annually starting on day 36 after the hearing
• Directed staff to remove Section 18-3-12 regarding driver's license suspensions
• Directed staff to remove administrative hearing details from automated traffic law violations

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on an ordinance granting variations for wall signs, a monument sign, and new tenant panels at 7260 North Lincoln Avenue. The consent agenda includes approvals of special fence requests at 4557 W North Shore and 4529 West Columbia Avenue, a Class S-E liquor license for Lincolnwood Fest 2026, and amendments to the fee resolution on card payment transaction fees and the alternate side street parking code. The board will also approve warrants totaling $784,476.16 and hear proclamations for Emergency Medical Services Week and National Public Works Week.

• Ordinance granting sign variations at 7260 North Lincoln Avenue
• Warrant approval of $784,476.16
• Special fence approvals at 4557 W North Shore and 4529 West Columbia Avenue
• Class S-E liquor license for Lincolnwood Fest 2026
• Amendments to card payment transaction fees and alternate side street parking code

The Lincolnwood Village Board approved a sign ordinance granting three variations for wall signs, a monument sign, and new tenant panels at the Marriott Hotel, following a unanimous recommendation from the PC/ZBA. A fence variation request at 4529 West Columbia Avenue was continued to the June 2 meeting after trustees objected to the prohibited welded-wire material. The consent agenda was approved as amended, authorizing a special fence approval, a Class S-E liquor license for Lincolnwood Fest, an updated electronic attendance policy, amended card payment fees, and a parking code amendment.

• Approved minutes of May 5, 2026 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved warrants totaling $784,476.16 (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda as amended: special fence approval at 4557 W North Shore, liquor license for Lincolnwood Fest, electronic attendance policy update, card fee amendment, alternate-side parking code change (6-0)
• Approved ordinance granting sign variations for Marriott at 7260 N. Lincoln Ave (6-0)
• Continued fence variation at 4529 W. Columbia Ave to June 2, 2026 (6-0)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance granting variations for wall signs, a monument sign, and new tenant panels on an existing pylon sign at 7260 North Lincoln Avenue. The consent agenda includes fence approvals at 4557 W North Shore and 4529 West Columbia Avenue, a Class S-E liquor license for Lincolnwood Fest 2026, an updated electronic attendance policy, a fee resolution amendment on card transaction fees, and an ordinance amending alternate side street parking. The board will also approve warrants totaling $784,476.16 and present proclamations for Emergency Medical Services Week and National Public Works Week.

• Ordinance granting sign variations at 7260 North Lincoln Avenue
• Warrant approval of $784,476.16
• Special fence approval for natural screening in public right-of-way at 4557 W North Shore
• Fence variations for corner side yard at 4529 West Columbia Avenue
• Ordinance amending alternate side street parking in municipal code

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss proposed modifications to the Municipal Code governing administrative hearings, including allowing residents to submit written contests, extending the deadline to set aside default judgments, and changing the interest rate on unpaid fines from 5% every 10 days to 5% annually. The changes aim to improve customer service and compliance. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Allow residents to contest violations in writing via mail or email, without notarization
• Extend the window to submit a motion to set aside a default judgment from 21 to 35 days
• Modify the interest rate on unpaid fines from 5% every 10 days to 5% per year, reducing a potential $50 ticket to $209 after one year instead of $532
• Remove Section 18-3-12 allowing driver's license suspension for parking or red-light violations, bringing code in line with state law
• Remove requirement to include hearing date/time on automated traffic law violation (red-light camera) notices

Parks & Recreation Board

The Park and Recreation Board will discuss and vote on recommending a proposed Affiliate Policy to the Village Board. The policy establishes formal standards for recognizing and overseeing independent sports organizations that use Village facilities, including eligibility, fees, insurance, and reporting requirements. Staff recommends adoption to ensure consistency and equitable access.

• Proposed Affiliate Policy defines eligibility for 501(c)(3) sports organizations and sets fee structures and cost-recovery practices
• Policy includes mandatory background checks, insurance, and annual reporting for affiliates
• Lincolnwood Baseball and Softball Association declined to sign a previous agreement; new policy aims to standardize process
• Board will also approve minutes from April 20, 2026 meeting

The Park and Recreation Board voted to recommend that the Village Board adopt a proposed Affiliate Policy and develop a formal agreement process for organizations like Lincolnwood Baseball. The meeting also included updates on the Lincolnwood Fest and Proesel Park construction.

• Approved April 20, 2026, minutes unanimously
• Recommended Village Board adopt Affiliate Policy (4-0)
• Recommended Village Board develop affiliate agreement process
• Approved meeting adjournment

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting with agenda items including approval of April minutes and a public forum. The primary substantive item is a recommendation regarding a proposed affiliate policy under new business. Various reports from the director, staff, chairperson, and commissioners are also scheduled.

• Recommendation regarding proposed affiliate policy (new business)

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will review a referral from the Village Board Committee of the Whole to amend Article VII, Section 7.06 of the Zoning Ordinance. The amendment would change the location and configuration rules for open‑air, off‑street parking pads in residential districts. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the April 15 minutes and a staff update.

• Case #TXTA-04-25: Referral to amend Article VII, Section 7.06 on open‑air parking pads in residential zones

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

The Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will deliberate on a referral from the Village Board Committee of the Whole to amend Article VII, Section 7.06 of the Zoning Ordinance, which governs open-air, off-street parking spaces (parking pads) in residential districts. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting and take public comment.

• Case #TXTA-04-25: Zoning text amendments for open-air, off-street parking pads in residential zoning districts
• Referral from Village Board Committee of the Whole to amend Article VII, Section 7.06
• Approval of April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment opportunity

The Plan Commission approved a text amendment to allow open-air parking pads in residential side yards, subject to a special-use permit and specific conditions. The amendment will proceed to the Village Board in July.

• Approved April 15, 2026, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved proposed parking pad text amendment (4-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (4-0)
• Cancelled May 20, 2026, meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for June 3, 2026

Village Board

The Village Board will consider approving warrants totaling $1,283,155.23 and a resolution designating Lakeside Bank as an authorized depository. The agenda also includes proclamations for Public Service Recognition Week and National Police Week. Most items are routine or procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of warrants for May 5, 2026 in the amount of $1,283,155.23
• Resolution establishing Lakeside Bank as an authorized depository and designating signatories on Village accounts
• Public Service Recognition Week Proclamation
• National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day Proclamation
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2026 regular meeting and March 16, 2026 closed session

The Board approved the minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting and the warrants totaling $1,283,155.23. The consent agenda was approved, which included a resolution establishing Lakeside Bank as an authorized depository and designating authorized signatories on village accounts. All actions passed unanimously by voice vote.

• Approved April 21, 2026 board minutes (voice vote)
• Approved warrants totaling $1,283,155.23 (unanimous)
• Approved March 16, 2026 Committee of the Whole and Village Board Closed Session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved resolution establishing Lakeside Bank as authorized depository and designating signatories (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board's Committee of the Whole will discuss modifications to alternate side parking and the implementation of a collections process. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion of modifications to alternate side parking regulations
• Discussion of collections process implementation

The Committee of the Whole agreed to amend alternate side parking hours from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and directed staff to create a 60-day amnesty program for outstanding debts from January 2021.

• Approved April 21, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes (6-0)
• Directed ordinance amendment for alternate side parking hours (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
• Directed staff to develop 60-day amnesty program for debts from Jan 2021
• Supported moving forward with collections agency RFP

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will hold a regular meeting on May 5, 2026, with a primarily procedural agenda. Items include approval of minutes from April 21, warrants totaling $1,283,155.23, and proclamations for Public Service Recognition Week and National Police Week. The consent agenda features the approval of closed session minutes and a resolution naming Lakeside Bank as an authorized depository. No regular business items are listed.

• Approval of warrants for May 5, 2026 in the amount of $1,283,155.23
• Public Service Recognition Week Proclamation
• National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day Proclamation
• Resolution establishing Lakeside Bank as an authorized depository and designating signatories on Village accounts
• Approval of March 16, 2026 Committee of the Whole and Village Board Closed Session Minutes

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board will discuss a proposal to extend alternate side parking from the current 8:30 am‑3:30 pm window to 7 am‑7 pm on all village roadways, including the Pratt Avenue snow‑emergency route. Staff recommends the change to improve snow‑removal efficiency. The Board will also review a collections process implementation that involves exporting legacy DACRA data and pursuing unpaid fees owed to the Village.

• Proposed extension of alternate side parking hours to 7 am‑7 pm (Pratt Avenue snow‑emergency route)
• Collections process implementation to export DACRA data and collect past unpaid fees

Environmental Commission

The Lincolnwood Environmental Commission will consider approval of February meeting minutes and receive staff updates on the IEPA Energy Efficiency Grant and the 2026-2030 Sustainability Plan. A tentative timeline for the Sustainability Plan's development and adoption will be discussed. No new business or old business items are listed for action.

• Update on IEPA Energy Efficiency Grant implementation, including LED retrofit at Village Hall, Police, Fire, and Public Works
• 2026-2030 Sustainability Plan update with proposed timeline: workshop on 4/27, survey publish 4/28, Village Board adoption target September 2026

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission holds a workshop to discuss the draft 2026–2030 Sustainability Plan, which shifts from awareness-building to implementation and measurable outcomes. No votes are scheduled; the item is for discussion and feedback. The plan builds on the 2023–2025 inaugural plan and uses the Greenest Region Compact 2 framework.

• Workshop on the 2026–2030 Sustainability Plan draft, covering goals, community carbon baseline, and energy efficiency progress
• Tentative timeline: survey opens April 28, village board adoption expected September 2026
• Current conditions update: three electric vehicles added to municipal fleet; public EV charging at Proesel Park
• Bike lane on Pratt Avenue (Cicero to McCormick) and bicycle/pedestrian bridge over North Shore Channel under construction
• LED lighting retrofits completed at Village Hall, Police, Fire, and Public Works facilities per Illinois Clean Lighting Act

Environmental Commission

The Lincolnwood Environmental Commission will consider approval of meeting minutes and receive staff updates on an IEPA Energy Efficiency Grant and the 2026-2030 Sustainability Plan. No items requiring a vote on policy or spending are listed. The meeting includes reports from the chair and commissioners, and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2026 meeting
• IEPA Energy Efficiency Grant Update
• 2026-2030 Sustainability Plan Update

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will hold a workshop on the village’s 2026‑2030 Sustainability Plan. The session, led by Natalie Benner, is scheduled for April 27, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. in the Village Board Room. The agenda also includes call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment.

• 2026‑2030 Sustainability Plan Workshop (Natalie Benner)
• Call to Order
• Roll Call
• Public Comment
• Adjournment

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission is holding a public discussion on a proposed restriction of on-street overnight parking to residents only. The item was referred by the Village Board based on a November 2025 Committee of the Whole discussion. Staff presented survey results (56 opposed, 36 in favor out of 96 responses) and comparisons with neighboring suburbs. No action is being taken at this meeting; the commission is gathering public comment and will determine next steps.

• Public survey results: 56 responses against, 36 in favor of overnight parking restriction
• Review of existing resident-only parking on 13 streets (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and one street with 24-hour restriction
• Comparison with 12 nearby suburbs that prohibit overnight parking (e.g., 2 a.m. to 6 a.m.)
• Legal standard under Illinois Municipal Code 65 ILCS 5/11-80-2a allows residential zone parking restrictions
• Staff recommends commission decide on village-wide vs. permit zones, enforcement, and management

Traffic Commission

The Lincolnwood Traffic Commission will consider restricting on-street overnight parking to residents only as unfinished business. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, staff reports, and public forum.

• Unfinished business: discussion on restricting on-street overnight parking to residents only

Police Pension Board

The Lincolnwood Police Pension Board will meet to consider an application for non-duty disability benefits from Albijon Purelku, review the preliminary actuarial valuation, discuss a cash management policy, and consider renewing fiduciary liability insurance. The board will also certify election results and approve trustee training expenses.

• Application for Non-Duty Disability Benefits – Albijon Purelku
• Discussion/Possible Action – Cash Management Policy
• Discussion/Possible Action – Fiduciary Liability Insurance Renewal
• Review Preliminary Actuarial Valuation
• Certify Board Election Results – Active and Retired Member Positions

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hear presentations on the Joint Review Board meeting covering three TIF districts (Northeast Industrial, Devon/Lincoln, North Lincoln) and the annual report. The commission will also approve minutes from February, introduce a new commissioner, and receive staff updates. Public comment will be taken.

• Presentation on Joint Review Board meeting with TIF reports for NEID, Devon/Lincoln, and North Lincoln districts
• Presentation on Annual Report
• Introduction of new Commissioner Ira Dym
• Approval of February 25, 2026 meeting minutes
• Staff updates

Economic Development Commission

The Lincolnwood Economic Development Commission will hear presentations on three Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district reports and the annual report. The agenda also includes introducing a new commissioner and approving past meeting minutes. Staff updates and a public forum are scheduled.

• Presentation on Joint Review Board Meeting covering NEID TIF Report
• Presentation on Devon/Lincoln TIF Report
• Presentation on North Lincoln TIF Report
• Presentation on Annual Report
• Introduction of new Commissioner Ira Dym

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance for a pre-development agreement for the redevelopment of the Lincolnwood Town Center property. Other regular business includes a denial of a driveway width variation at 7118 North Karlov Avenue and a resolution waiving competitive bidding for pool chemicals. The consent agenda features routine approvals, including a $181,850 HVAC contract and a special fence variance for 3325 West Arthur Avenue. The meeting also includes proclamations for Arbor Day, Jewish American Heritage Month, and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

• Consideration of an ordinance for a pre-development agreement for Lincolnwood Town Center redevelopment
• Denial of a variation for as-built driveway width at 7118 North Karlov Avenue
• Waiver of competitive bidding for purchase of pool chemicals from Halogen Supply Company
• Approval of a contract with MG Mechanical Contracting for HVAC installation at Village Pumphouse for $181,850
• Approval of a resolution for a policy for the Devon/Lincoln Tax Increment Financing District Grant Program

The Village Board unanimously approved a non-binding Pre-Development Agreement for the redevelopment of Lincolnwood Town Center, marking the first formal step in the process. The board also denied a driveway width variance for 7118 North Karlov Avenue but gave the owner until August 31, 2026, to modify the driveway. Additionally, the board approved the waiver of competitive bidding and purchase of pool chemicals from Halogen Supply Company, and adopted the consent agenda which included street closures, event permits, and a TIF district grant policy.

• Approved pre-development agreement for Lincolnwood Town Center redevelopment (6-0)
• Denied driveway width variance for 7118 N Karlov Ave, allowed modification until Aug 31, 2026 (5-0, 1 recused)
• Approved pool chemicals purchase from Halogen Supply Co. (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 7 items (6-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $1,322,380.52 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of April 7 meeting (voice vote)
• Issued proclamations for Arbor Day, Jewish American Heritage Month, AAPI Heritage Month
• Approved closure of Lincoln Avenue for Turkey Trot and Lincolnwood Fest permits (via consent agenda)

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on a pre-development agreement for redeveloping the Lincolnwood Town Center property, consider denying a driveway-width variation at 7118 North Karlov Avenue, and authorize purchasing pool chemicals without competitive bidding. Consent agenda items include approving the annual Turkey Trot road closure, Lincolnwood Fest 2026 permits and fee waivers, a special fence variation at 3325 West Arthur Avenue, a policy for the Devon/Lincoln TIF grant program, and a $181,850 HVAC contract at the Village Pumphouse.

• Ordinance approving pre-development agreement for Lincolnwood Town Center redevelopment
• Denial of variation to allow an as-built driveway width of ~23 feet at 7118 North Karlov Avenue
• Resolution waiving bidding and approving $181,850 contract to MG Mechanical Contracting for HVAC at Village Pumphouse
• Ordinance waiving business license fees for Lincolnwood Fest 2026
• Resolution approving closure of a portion of Lincoln Avenue on Nov 22, 2026 for Turkey Trot race

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will hear an update on the ComEd Dog Park, review a community pickleball survey, and discuss proposed changes to Parks and Recreation rental policies. The board will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and may enter closed session. No final votes are expected as this is a committee discussion.

• Update on ComEd Dog Park
• Community Pickleball Survey results and feedback
• Proposed revisions to Parks and Recreation rental policies
• Approval of April 7, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes

The Village Board approved a new Special Event Permit for Proesel Park rentals requiring board approval and a $25,000 fee, while prohibiting private rentals at other facilities. The board also directed staff to plan pickleball courts at Centennial Park and survey Springfield Park residents.

• Approved new Special Event Permit for Proesel Park rentals (6-0)
• Prohibited private rentals from charging admission, fees, or selling goods at Community Center, Aquatic Center, Proesel Park, and ball fields (6-0)
• Directed staff to plan pickleball courts at Centennial Park (6-0)
• Directed staff to survey Springfield Park residents on replacing basketball courts with pickleball courts (6-0)
• Approved minutes from April 7, 2026 meeting (6-0)
• Moved into Closed Session to discuss property purchase/lease and employment matters (6-0)

Village Board

The Lincolnwood Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss an update on the proposed ComEd dog park, including ComEd's requirements and a planned construction timeline of 2028. They will review results of a community survey on pickleball courts, which ranked as the fourth-highest priority. The board will also consider proposed revisions to parks and recreation rental policies that would allow charging admission, selling goods, or collecting fees under specific guidelines.

• Update on ComEd dog park: $2,500 non-refundable review fee, additional engineering and environmental studies required, with construction anticipated in 2028
• Community pickleball survey results to be discussed; pickleball courts ranked 4th-highest priority in Parks Master Plan
• Proposed changes to Parks and Recreation rental policies to allow charging admission, selling goods or services, and collecting fees with specific guidelines
• Public engagement planned for dog park: online survey and at least two neighborhood meetings in 2026

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Park and Recreation Board will discuss a staff recommendation to update rental policies for village parks and facilities. The proposal would create a new Special Event permit for nonprofit fundraisers at Proesel Park, requiring a $25,000 fee and Village Board approval 90 days in advance. Current rules would remain unchanged for the Community Center, ball fields, and Aquatic Center, which will continue to prohibit admission charges or sales. The updated policies would change how residents and community groups rent village property and host events.

• Recommendation to update parks and recreation rental policies for private events
• Proposal for a new Special Event permit at Proesel Park requiring a $25,000 fee
• Requirement for nonprofit applicants to appear before the Village Board 90 days before events
• Staff reports on the Aquatic Center opening May 23 and Turkey Trot race on November 22, 2026
• Approval of March 23, 2026, board minutes

The Park and Recreation Board voted to maintain the current policy prohibiting rentals from charging admission, collecting fees, or selling goods at the Community Center, Aquatic Center, Proesel Park, and ball fields. The board also approved a motion to create a new Special Event permit for Proesel Park if the Village Board later decides to allow such events.

• Reaffirmed ban on paid rentals at Community Center, Aquatic Center, Proesel Park, and ball fields (6-0)
• Approved creation of a new Special Event permit for Proesel Park (6-0)
• Approved minutes from March 23, 2026 meeting (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lincolnwood Parks & Recreation Board will approve the March 23, 2026 meeting minutes, hold a public forum, and discuss old business. New business includes a recommendation regarding parks and recreation rental policies. The meeting will also feature reports from the director, staff, chairperson, and commissioners before adjourning.

• Approval of March 23, 2026 meeting minutes
• Recommendation on parks and recreation rental policies

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a closed session to discuss personnel matters, specifically an oral interview of a lateral police officer candidate and consideration of a final employment offer. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, staff report, public comment, unfinished business, new business, and adjournment.

• Closed session: oral interview of a lateral police officer candidate
• Closed session: discussion of final employment offer for police officer candidate
• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Report from staff
• Public comment period

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request by Alma and Kenan Ivanovic to approve a special fence and natural screening of arborvitae in the public right‑of‑way at 4557 W North Shore Ave. It will also review a request by William J. Kalinak and Sharon F. Rukin for a four‑foot‑tall open fence at 4529 W Columbia Ave that would be closer than three feet to the front façade. The meeting includes a staff update and a period for public comment before adjournment.

• Case SFNC-14-25: Approval of natural screening (arborvitae) in the public right‑of‑way at 4557 W North Shore Ave
• Case VAR-05-26: Variation to allow a 4‑foot‑tall open fence at 4529 W Columbia Ave, closer than three feet to the front façade
• Staff update on upcoming cases
• Public comment period for residents
• Adjournment of the meeting

Plan Commission / Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lincolnwood Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two zoning relief requests: a special fence for natural screening in the public right-of-way at 4557 W North Shore Ave, and variations for a 4-foot-tall open fence at 4529 W Columbia Ave. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings. No other major actions are scheduled.

• Approval of natural screening in public right-of-way at 4557 W North Shore Ave (Case #SFNC-14-25)
• Variation for 4-foot fence materials and location at 4529 W Columbia Ave (Case #VAR-05-26)
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 19 and March 4, 2026

The Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals approved two cases: natural screening at 4557 W North Shore Ave and three fence variations at 4529 W Columbia Ave, both unanimously (5-0). Both items will go to the Village Board on May 19, 2026. An acting chairman was appointed for the meeting.

• Appointed Commissioner Yohanna as Acting Chairman (5-0)
• Approved natural screening plan at 4557 W North Shore Ave with maintenance condition (5-0)
• Approved three fence variations at 4529 W Columbia Ave (5-0)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider consent agenda items including approval of warrants totaling $2,057,942.11 and a resolution waiving competitive bidding for a $94,900 contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for the 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement Program. Regular business includes a $5,143 change order for Hacienda Landscaping at Henry A. Proesel Park. Proclamations for Fair Housing Month and Day of Remembrance will be presented.

• Approval of warrants for $2,057,942.11
• Resolution waiving bidding and approving $94,900 contract for lead service line replacement engineering
• Resolution ratifying non-exclusive license agreement with Chicago Eruv, Inc. for eruv installation
• Change order for Hacienda Landscaping at Proesel Park for $5,143
• Proclamations for Fair Housing Month and Day of Remembrance

The Village Board unanimously approved a consent agenda that included $94,900 for lead service line replacement engineering, an ordinance reallocating bond volume cap, and an eruv license agreement. A separate change order for $5,143 was approved for ADA-compliant sidewalk work at Proesel Park. Proclamations were issued for Fair Housing Month and Day of Remembrance.

• Approved $2,057,942.11 in warrants including bond payment (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda: closed session minutes, bond volume cap ordinance, eruv license agreement, $94,900 lead service line contract with Burke Engineering (5-0)
• Approved $5,143 change order for Hacienda Landscaping ADA sidewalk work at Proesel Park (5-0)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss a study of the Pratt Avenue and Navajo/Le Claire Avenue intersection. No binding action is expected at this meeting; the discussion is to review findings or options.

• Discussion of Pratt Avenue and Navajo/Le Claire Avenue intersection study

The Committee of the Whole approved the March 16, 2026 minutes (5-0). The board discussed a traffic study for the Pratt Avenue and Navajo/LeClaire Avenue intersection and directed staff to share findings with Skokie and reassess conditions in about two years, without pursuing a four-way stop at this time. Trustees also discussed the Devon Avenue bridge project and requested continued communication with residents about upcoming construction.

• Approved March 16, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes (5-0)
• Discussed Pratt/Navajo intersection traffic study; no vote taken to install four-way stop
• Directed staff to share study findings with Skokie and request cooperation on sight-line improvements
• Directed staff to review sight-line issues on the Lincolnwood side
• Directed staff to reexamine traffic and crash data in approximately two years
• Requested continued communication to residents about upcoming construction projects

Village Board

At this regular meeting, the Village Board will approve warrants totaling $2,057,942.11 and consider a consent agenda that includes a $94,900 contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for the 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement Program, a bond volume cap reallocation ordinance, and a non-exclusive license agreement with Chicago Eruv, Inc. The only regular business item is a $5,143 change order for Hacienda Landscaping's construction work at Henry A. Proesel Park. Proclamations for Fair Housing Month and Day of Remembrance will be presented.

• Approval of warrants totaling $2,057,942.11
• Resolution approving $94,900 contract with Christopher B. Burke Engineering for lead service line replacement engineering services
• Ordinance authorizing reallocation of unused private activity bond volume cap
• Resolution ratifying non-exclusive license agreement with Chicago Eruv, Inc. for eruv installation
• Change order of $5,143 for Hacienda Landscaping at Proesel Park renovation

Village Board

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a traffic study for the Pratt Avenue and Navajo/Le Claire Avenue intersection. The study recommends against installing all-way stop signs due to negative traffic impacts but suggests sight improvements, enhanced stop signs, parking restrictions, and traffic calming measures. Staff concurs with the recommendation and will coordinate with Skokie on shared improvements.

• Discussion of Pratt Avenue and Navajo/Le Claire Avenue intersection study
• Consultant recommends against all-way stop signs, citing negative capacity impact
• Proposed sight improvements via utility pole relocation and vegetation management
• Potential speed reduction on Pratt Avenue from Cicero to McCormick after bike lane project
• Staff to share report with Village of Skokie for evaluation of recommended changes