{
 "city": "Northfield",
 "state": "Illinois",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/northfieldil.org/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-06",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Plan and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Christian Heritage Academy seeks height variance for new gym at 315 Waukegan Road",
   "summary": "The Plan and Zoning Commission will consider a request to amend the existing Planned Unit Development at 315 Waukegan Road to replace the chapel with a new gymnasium. The amendment requires a variation from the maximum building height of 35 feet to allow rooftop units at 36 feet 1 inch. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting notes and public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-696",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Plan and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on Christian Heritage Academy gymnasium and height variance",
   "summary": "The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to amend the existing Planned Unit Development at 315 Waukegan Road. The amendment would allow Christian Heritage Academy to replace the existing chapel with a new gymnasium. A variation is required to permit rooftop units to reach a height of 36'-1\", exceeding the 35-foot maximum building height.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-693",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Architectural Commission",
   "headline": "New gymnasium and pocket park proposed for Northfield",
   "summary": "The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on two proposals: a new gymnasium at Christian Heritage Academy (315 Waukegan Road) requiring several zoning variations for signage and landscaping, and a site plan review for a new pocket park along north Happ Road by the Northfield Park District. Both items are up for discussion and decision at the July 13, 2026 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-695",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Committee of the Whole meeting with no substantive agenda items",
   "summary": "The Village of Northfield Committee of the Whole is meeting on July 28, 2026, but the agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, public comment, approval of minutes from June 23, a blank discussion item, other business, and adjournment. No specific decisions or discussions are listed for this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-679",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Village Board holds regular meeting with incomplete agenda items",
   "summary": "This regular Village Board meeting includes procedural items such as call to order, public comment, approval of bills and disbursements for June 2026, and consent agenda (minutes approval). However, action items 4, 5, and 6 are listed without any description, making the agenda incomplete and lacking specific decisions or discussions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-680",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Zoning board to hear building permit extension and two impervious coverage variations",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on three requests. The first is an extension of the building permit deadline until October 31, 2026, for a new single-family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road. The other two are variations from the 35% impervious front-yard coverage limit for driveway expansions at 270 Bristol Street (53.8% proposed) and 62 Coventry Road (45.4% proposed).",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-690",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Extension request for single‑family home construction at 1386 Winnetka Road",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a petition from Red3 Development LLC to extend the construction deadline for a new single‑family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road to October 31, 2026. The board will also review a request from Brian and Isenia Wynn to increase front‑yard impervious coverage from 35% to 45.4% for a driveway and walkway expansion at 62 Coventry Road. The meeting includes routine approval of the May 6, 2026, board summary notes and a public comment period.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-694",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Board to advance TIF district creation with public hearing and rules",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider adopting two ordinances to move forward with a potential Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district: one scheduling a public hearing and joint review board meeting, and another establishing an interested parties registry and rules. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes appointing Tom Laird to the Plan and Zoning Commission and approving a minor change to a planned unit development for alternate roofing materials at 310 Happ Road. Additionally, the board will approve bills and disbursements for May 2026 totaling $2,065,288.89.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-692",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Northfield Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting canceled",
   "summary": "The agenda for the June 23, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting lists only procedural items—call to order, public comment, and approval of minutes—and the adjournment item is marked as CANCELED, indicating the meeting is not proceeding. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-691",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Architectural Commission",
   "headline": "Architectural Commission to consider sign variation for Dedication Health at 330 Frontage Road",
   "summary": "The Architectural Commission will consider a request from Dedication Health for a variation to allow a 44.58 sq ft monument sign at 330 Frontage Road, exceeding the 24 sq ft limit. They will also consider a minor change to the Planned Unit Development at 310 Happ Road to replace wood cedar shake roofing with architectural asphalt shingles, submitted by Beal Properties. Other business includes approval of meeting notes from May 19, 2026, and public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-689",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Architectural Commission",
   "headline": "Architectural Commission to consider larger ground sign for Dedication Health",
   "summary": "The Architectural Commission of Northfield will hold a public hearing on June 8, 2026, to consider two items: a variation request to allow a 44.58 sq ft monument sign at 330 Frontage Road, exceeding the 24 sq ft limit, and a minor change to the Planned Unit Development at 310 Happ Road to replace wood cedar shake roofing with asphalt shingles.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-685",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Board to consider building permit extension for 1386 Winnetka Road",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a request from Red3 Development LLC to extend the deadline for completing construction of a new single-family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road. The petitioner seeks to extend the building permit until October 31, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-681",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "ZBA to consider extending building permit deadline at 1386 Winnetka Rd",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request from Red3 Development LLC to extend the building permit deadline for a new single-family residence at 1386 Winnetka Road until October 31, 2026. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-688",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Board to discuss Happ Road improvement next steps",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will consider staff recommendations for the Happ Road Improvement Program, including near-term enhancements and potential federal funding for construction. The board will also discuss options for business attraction and retention. Both items are for discussion only; no final decisions are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-687",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Board to vote on special use for Planned Unit Development at 400-480 Central Avenue",
   "summary": "The Village Board will consider adopting an ordinance approving a special use for a Planned Unit Development and a plat of consolidation at 400, 464, 466, and 480 Central Avenue. Other action items include a resolution rejecting all bids for the Wagner Road Sidewalk Extension and ordinances related to property surplus and right-of-way vacation. Consent items include a $1.315 million fire engine purchase and a $192,829 water main design contract. The board will also approve April 2026 bills and disbursements totaling $2,609,449.34.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-686",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-686",
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Plan and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "92-unit apartment building proposed at 464-480 Central Avenue",
   "summary": "The Plan and Zoning Commission will consider a Planned Unit Development (PUD) application from Reva Development Acquisitions LLC to build a 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue, with four residential levels and lower-level parking. The petitioner requests several zoning variations, including height to 57 feet, five stories, reduced parking and loading berths, and setback adjustments. Also on the agenda is a related Plat of Consolidation to combine multiple parcels into a 2.13-acre lot and dedicate land at Oak Street. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-677",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Plan and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on 92-unit apartment PUD at Central Avenue with zoning variations",
   "summary": "The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to build a 92-unit apartment building as a Planned Unit Development on a consolidated 2.13-acre lot at 400-480 Central Avenue. The petitioner, Reva Development Acquisitions LLC, is requesting multiple zoning code variations including height, stories, setbacks, parking spaces, and loading berths. A related plat of consolidation to combine several parcels and dedicate a small strip of land will also be considered.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-676",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Architectural Commission",
   "headline": "Architectural Commission to review 92-unit apartment PUD with 8 requested variations",
   "summary": "The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on two agenda items. The primary matter is the review of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) application for a 92-unit apartment building at 400-480 Central Avenue, including requests for eight variations related to parking lot landscaping, lighting, signage, and parkway trees. The second item is a proposal to replace an existing ground sign with a 13.44 sq ft monument sign at 400 Central Avenue for Chase Bank.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-675",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Architectural Commission",
   "headline": "92-unit apartment PUD with parking and lighting variations up for vote",
   "summary": "The commission will consider approving a monument sign replacement for Chase Bank at 400 Central Avenue and a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue. The PUD includes six requested variations related to parking lot landscaping, lighting heights and levels, and signage on non-frontage facades. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting notes and public comment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-678",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-678",
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Architectural Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing for 92-unit apartment PUD canceled",
   "summary": "The Architectural Commission of Northfield was scheduled to hold a public hearing on May 11, 2026, for two matters: a sign replacement at 400 Central Avenue and a proposed 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue. However, the meeting has been canceled. No decisions or discussions will occur.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05112026-672",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "Zoning Board to consider two variation requests for rear setback and side yard pool",
   "summary": "The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on May 6, 2026, to consider two Class I variation requests. One seeks a reduced rear setback at 79 Frontage Road to build a second floor, and the other seeks to place a swimming pool in a side yard at 650 Briar Lane. Public comment will be heard before any decisions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05062026-668",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05062026-668",
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Zoning Board of Appeals",
   "headline": "ZBA to consider second-floor addition with reduced rear setback",
   "summary": "The Northfield Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on May 6, 2026, to consider two Class I variation requests. The first seeks to allow a full second-floor build-out at 79 Frontage Road with a rear setback of 17'4\" instead of the required 30'. The second requests permission for a swimming pool in the side yard at 650 Briar Lane, which is currently prohibited.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05062026-666",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Plan and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "92-unit apartment building proposed at Central Avenue with zoning variations",
   "summary": "The Plan and Zoning Commission will consider a Planned Unit Development (PUD) application from Reva Development Acquisitions LLC to build a 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue, along with multiple zoning variations. The commission will also review a Plat of Consolidation to combine several parcels into one 2.13-acre lot as part of the same project. Approval of the April 6, 2026 meeting summary notes is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05042026-673",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Plan and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Northfield Plan & Zoning May 4 hearing canceled",
   "summary": "The public hearing scheduled for May 4, 2026, regarding a proposed 92-unit apartment building and plat consolidation at 464-480 Central Avenue has been canceled. No decisions or discussions will take place.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05042026-667",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Plan and Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Plan Commission to consider PUD for 92-unit apartment building at 464-480 Central Ave",
   "summary": "The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and potentially decide on a Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a 92-unit apartment building at 464-466-480 Central Avenue. The petitioner, Reva Development Acquisitions LLC, requests multiple zoning variations including a height increase to 57 feet, five stories, reduced setbacks, 178 parking spaces instead of 181, and one loading berth instead of three. The commission will also review a plat of consolidation to merge the properties and a portion of the village's abandoned Hawthorne Lane right-of-way into a 2.13-acre lot. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05042026-669",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Board to consider temporary moratorium on office uses in Village Center",
   "summary": "The Village Board will vote on an ordinance establishing a temporary moratorium on office uses in the Village Center Zoning District, and consider an ordinance amending the FY 2025-26 budget. The board will also authorize the purchase of a used rescue squad from Buffalo Grove for $55,000 and adopt a revised Lead Water Service Line Program. Approval of March 2026 bills and disbursements totaling $1,486,592.35 is on the consent agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04282026-671",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04282026-671",
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "Village Board",
   "headline": "Board to consider concepts for Northfield Library expansion",
   "summary": "The Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially select a preferred concept for expanding the Northfield Library. They will also hear a presentation on eligibility findings for a potential Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district and receive an update on the Happ Road improvement project. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04282026-670",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04282026-670",
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Foreign Fire Insurance Board",
   "headline": "Northfield Foreign Fire Insurance Board regular meeting, no specific items",
   "summary": "This is a regular meeting of the Foreign Fire Insurance Board with only procedural agenda items: roll call, minutes approval, public comment, treasurer's report, old business, action items, pending purchases, and new business. No specific ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed for discussion or decision.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-663",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04202026-663",
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-15",
   "body": "Police Pension Board",
   "headline": "Police pension board to approve 2026 annual pension increases",
   "summary": "The Northfield Police Pension Fund Board will hold a regular meeting to consider and approve several financial and membership items. Key actions include approving annual pension increases for 2026, renewing fiduciary liability insurance, and reviewing actuarial valuations. The board will also decide on new membership, refunds to terminated members, and a surviving spouse benefit.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04152026-665",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Architectural Commission",
   "headline": "Continued hearing on variances for Medi-Weightloss signage at 436 Frontage Road",
   "summary": "The Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on a continued application for signage variances by Medi-Weightloss at 436 Frontage Road. The applicant requests variations for a wall sign on a non-principal frontage, signage above the second floor windowsill, and 24-hour illumination. The hearing will take place at Village Hall, 361 Happ Road, at 7:00 p.m.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04132026-661",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.northfieldil.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}