Winnetka public meetings in 2021

Village Council

The regular Village Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on December 16, 2021, to consider two applications: a sign permit for a wall sign at 546 Lincoln Avenue (Delos Strength) and a certificate of appropriateness for a rooftop AC unit replacement and facade alterations at 813 Oak Street (501 Local Restaurant). The board will also approve minutes from the November 18 meeting and check quorum for the January 20, 2022 meeting. Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Case No. 21-31: Sign permit for a 3.5 sq ft wall sign at 546 Lincoln Avenue (Delos Strength)
• Case No. 21-30: Certificate of Appropriateness for rooftop AC unit and facade alterations at 813 Oak Street (501 Local Restaurant)
• Approval of November 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Quorum check for January 20, 2022 meeting

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Christ Church Winnetka to amend an existing special use permit to allow installation of a playground at 784 Sheridan Road. The Commission will make a recommendation to the Village Council, which has final jurisdiction. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of previous meeting minutes and a status update on the Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing on Case No. 21-38-SU: amendment to special use permit for playground at 784 Sheridan Road (Christ Church Winnetka)
• Approval of November 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Comprehensive Plan status update
• Quorum check for January 26, 2022 meeting

Village Council

The Village Council will review and discuss the Draft Existing Conditions Report for the Winnetka Futures 2040 Comprehensive Plan, prepared by The Lakota Group. This is an informational discussion only; no formal action is required. The report summarizes community data and public input from the Analyze Phase and prepares the Village for the upcoming Visioning Phase.

• Review of Draft Existing Conditions Report for Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of community engagement results (interviews, focus groups, Jeffersonian Dinners, open house)
• Plan Commission reviewed report on December 1, 2021, with positive comments
• Report covers land use, market assessment, housing, transportation, sustainability, and infrastructure
• No formal action or adoption required at this meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider zoning variations for properties at 925 Elm Street, 2 Golf Lane, and 784 Sheridan Road. The 925 Elm Street application has been withdrawn, so no action will be taken. The board will also review minutes from the November 8 meeting and discuss other business.

• Case 21-34-V2: 925 Elm Street application withdrawn; no action
• Case 21-37-V2: 2 Golf Lane variation for one-story addition with reduced front yard setback from Hill Road
• Case 21-38-SU: 784 Sheridan Road special use permit amendment for playground at Christ Church Winnetka
• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2021 meeting

Police Pension Board

The Winnetka Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a special virtual meeting to review and potentially adopt an updated Municipal Compliance Report. The meeting is conducted remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and public participation is available via Zoom.

• Review/Adopt – Updated Municipal Compliance Report

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission will meet to discuss updates on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, a resolution endorsing the 2021 Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region, and sustainable materials management. They will also review and approve the November 10, 2021 meeting minutes and discuss communication items. The agenda includes routine items like public comment and committee reports.

• Existing Conditions Report for 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Municipal Resolution Endorsing the 2021 CAP for the Chicago Region
• Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) update
• Sustainable Materials Management discussion
• Waste Collection Totals report

The Environmental and Forestry Commission approved the communication plan for December and reviewed the 2040 Comprehensive Plan's Existing Conditions report. Members discussed waste collection data and potential ways to assist with Styrofoam collection.

• Approved September Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Approved December communication items (5-0)
• Tabled discussion of sustainable materials management

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will consider adopting the FY 2022 budget, including the property tax levy, utility rates, and general fees. The agenda also includes several ordinances and resolutions, such as a fire sprinkler fee rebate renewal, a tax abatement ordinance, and a waiver of bidding for bulk rock salt purchase. A concept plan review for a planned development at 714-740 Elm Street and 511-515 Lincoln is scheduled for discussion.

• Adoption of FY 2022 Village Budget (Resolutions R-92, R-93, R-94)
• Ordinance MC-6-2021: Fire Sprinkler Fee Rebate Renewal
• Ordinances M-20, M-21, M-22: 2021 Tax Levy, SSA No. 3 Close Out, Tax Abatement
• Resolution R-90-2021: Waive bidding for bulk rock salt, renewal with Morton Salt Inc.
• New Business: Stonestreet Partners Planned Development at 714-740 Elm Street & 511-515 Lincoln

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission will review demolition permit applications for three single-family residences at 519 Elder Lane, 488 Elder Lane, and 246 Sheridan Road, and a Historical Architectural Impact Study for 848 Tower Road. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Demolition permit review for 519 Elder Lane (Case 21-29-LPC)
• Demolition permit review for 488 Elder Lane (Case 21-27-LPC)
• Demolition permit review for 246 Sheridan Road (Case 21-28-LPC)
• Historical Architectural Impact Study for 848 Tower Road (Case 21-23-LPC)
• Quorum check for January 3, 2022 meeting

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Board will review previous meeting minutes and the Treasurer’s Report regarding the 2021 IML FFT Distribution. Members will discuss completed and pending purchases, as well as new business involving various fire department equipment and supplies. The meeting also includes nominations and elections for board members whose terms expire on December 31, 2021.

• Review of IML FFT Distribution for 2021
• Discussion of firefighting turnout gear, boots, and squad jackets
• Discussion of EMS equipment and TRT rope and equipment
• FFIB nominations and elections to replace Tillson, McCloskey, and Schmidly
• Setting of 2022 FFIB meeting dates

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the Draft Existing Conditions Report, the first major deliverable of the Winnetka Futures 2040 comprehensive plan update. The report summarizes community engagement and assessments on topics like land use, housing, transportation, and sustainability. No formal action is required; the report is informational and will later be presented to the Village Council.

• Review of Draft Existing Conditions Report by consultant The Lakota Group
• Report covers land use, zoning, retail, office, housing, transportation, sustainability, and infrastructure
• Community engagement included focus groups, Jeffersonian Dinners, open houses, and online activities
• Next step: report to be presented to Village Council on December 14, 2021
• Public comment permitted on all agenda items

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a special closed session to discuss the sale or lease and related compensation of village property, as permitted under the Open Meetings Act. The agenda includes call to order, public comment, the closed session, and adjournment. No other substantive items are listed.

• Closed session under Section 2(c)(6) of the Open Meetings Act for sale or lease of village property

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to decide on several certificates of appropriateness, sign permits, and a sign code variation. Items include a hardscape and sign request for La Taquiza, an awning permit for Hoffman Real Estate, a window sign for Kameo Vintage, a mansard roof for 7-Eleven, and a continued review of a proposed four-unit residential building at 455 Linden Street. The board will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan update and check quorum for the December meeting.

• Case 21-26: 566 Chestnut St – La Taquiza: Certificate of Appropriateness for hardscape, sign permit, and variation for four existing signs.
• Case 21-27: 723 Elm St – Hoffman Real Estate: Awning permit for street façade.
• Case 21-28: 874 Green Bay Rd – Kameo Vintage: Sign permit for window signs.
• Case 21-29: 88 Green Bay Rd – 7-Eleven: Certificate of Appropriateness for new mansard roof.
• Case 21-17: 455 Linden St – Continued: Certificate of Appropriateness for new four-unit multi-family building.

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit application from Schoolhouse 4 Math, LLC to expand its existing math tutoring center into the vacant space at 1054 Gage Street. The Commission will also receive a Community Development report, hear public comment, and approve minutes from the October 27 meeting. Other business includes a Comprehensive Plan status update and a quorum check for the December 15 meeting.

• Special use permit for tutoring center at 1054 Gage Street (Case No. 21-36-SU)
• Expansion of existing Mathnasium from 1060 Gage Street into 1054 Gage Street
• Property owned by John C. Dini
• Public comment period on all agenda items
• Comprehensive Plan status update

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will meet virtually on November 17, 2021, at 4:00 PM due to social distancing requirements. The public can observe via Zoom or telephone and submit comments in advance or during the meeting.

• Firemedic Conditional Offer of Employment discussed under New Business
• Public comments accepted via email ([email protected]) or phone (847-716-3506) with 200-word limit

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners extended conditional offers of employment to three candidates for the position of firemedic. Additionally, five candidates were removed from the patrol officer recruitment process.

• Extended conditional offers of employment to Kevin Savage (#63), Christian Moreno (#72), and Terrance Hadfield, Jr (#79) for firemedic position (2-0)
• Removed Amina Naser, John Whalen, Matthew Ladniak, Kevin Strom, and Andrew Walter from patrol officer recruitment process (2-0)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a public hearing and consider introducing the FY 2022 Village Budget, utility rates, general fees, and property tax levy ordinances. They will also vote on several resolutions, including a liquor license transfer, a utility easement, a subdivision plat, settlement agreements, and an investment management change. The meeting includes consent agenda items and a closed session.

• Public hearing and introduction of FY 2022 Village Budget (Resolution R-92-2021)
• Introduction of utility rates and fees (Resolution R-93-2021) and general fees (Resolution R-94-2021)
• Introduction of 2021 tax levy (Ordinance M-20-2021) and tax abatement for GO Refunding Bonds Series 2020 (Ordinance M-22-2021)
• Adoption of settlement agreements with Romspen Mortgage Limited Partnership and others (Resolution R-95-2021)
• Approval of Class B liquor license for Sunset Food Mart at 606 Green Bay Road (Resolution R-88-2021)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a special virtual meeting to consider a conditional offer of employment for a patrol officer, likely in closed session. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes from September 28, 2021, and other routine business. The meeting is being held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Patrol Officer Conditional Offer of Employment (agenda item 6a)
• Closed session (agenda item 5)
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2021
• Public comment period (agenda item 2)

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners extended conditional offers of employment to two candidates for patrol officer positions. The Board also removed three individuals from the recruitment process.

• Approved conditional employment offers for Alexander Raske and Patricia Godlewski (3-0)
• Approved removal of Kyle Comstock, Katherine Rickard, and Peter Malec from recruitment process (3-0)
• Approved September 28, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission will meet to discuss updates on its contribution to the Winnetka Futures 2040 Plan, including a resolution endorsing the 2021 Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region, the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act, and a draft Sustainability Chapter. The commission will also hear from the Lakota Group and approve communication items. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of municipal resolution endorsing the 2021 Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region
• Update on Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA)
• Review of working draft: Winnetka Sustainability Chapter
• Lakota Group interaction with commission and audience
• Approval of December and discussion of January communication items

The Environmental and Forestry Commission voted to recommend that the Village Council endorse the 2021 Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region with an edited target year. The commission also reviewed draft updates for the Winnetka Futures 2040 Plan, discussed comprehensive planning with the Lakota Group, and approved September minutes and December communication items.

• Approved September 8, 2021, regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended Village Council endorse the 2021 Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region with date edit (4-0)
• Approved December communication items including holiday tree pick-up and lights recycling (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:15 p.m.

Firefighters Pension Board

The Winnetka Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees meets to receive treasurer and investment reports, review 2022 cash-flow and asset plans, and consider a tax levy request to the village. The board will also act on membership applications, a retirement request, and updated compliance paperwork.

• Review of 2022 Firefighters’ Pension Investment Fund tranche and cash-flow projections
• Review/Approve tax levy request to Winnetka Village
• Applications for membership: Dan Poulos and Zack Fudalej
• Application for retirement: Adam Kolka
• Engagement letter review for Lauterbach & Amen, LLP

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a study session that is almost entirely procedural. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss the sale or lease of village property and pending litigation, which is permitted under the Illinois Open Meetings Act. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss sale or lease of Village property and pending litigation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider three zoning variation applications: a fence height variation at 981 Gordon Terrace (continued from prior meetings), a detached garage and AC unit variation at 925 Elm Street, and a second-floor addition variation at 302 Forest Street. The board will also approve minutes from the October 11 meeting and discuss other business, including a community development report and a quorum check for the December meeting. Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Case 21-25-V: 981 Gordon Terrace – fence height variation (continued)
• Case 21-34-V2: 925 Elm Street – detached garage and AC unit variations
• Case 21-35-V: 302 Forest Street – second-floor addition variation
• Approval of October 11, 2021 minutes
• Quorum check for December 13, 2021 meeting

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda and one ordinance for introduction/adoption. The main item is Ordinance No. M-18-2021, which would amend a special use permit for platform tennis courts at 490 Hibbard Road. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, a warrant list, and two resolutions: one for a CRS Program repetitive loss area analysis update and one for a SAFEbuilt contract renewal. No old or new business is listed.

• Ordinance No. M-18-2021: Amending a Special Use Permit for Platform Tennis Courts at 490 Hibbard Road (Introduction/Adoption)
• Resolution No. R-86-2021: CRS Program – Repetitive Loss Area Analysis Update (Adoption)
• Resolution No. R-87-2021: SAFEbuilt Contract Renewal (Adoption)
• Approval of Warrant List dated October 8, 2021 – October 21, 2021
• Approval of Village Council Minutes from September 14, 21, October 5, 12, 19, 2021

Village Council

The Village Council is holding a budget review meeting to discuss the proposed 2022 budget, including the 2021 tax levy, capital improvement plan, and departmental budgets. The meeting will cover all major departments and funds, with public comment at the end. The budget document is available online and at Village Hall.

• 2021 tax levy and budget overview
• Fire Department budget (pages 105-131)
• Police Department budget (pages 78-104)
• Public Works Department budget including refuse, fleet, and sanitary sewer
• Water and Electric Department funds

Police Pension Board

The Board of Trustees will review investment performance and the fund's investment policy. The meeting includes the approval of retirement benefits for James Christensen and surviving spouse benefits for Carol Gallagher. Trustees will also review a tax levy request and a potential engagement with Lauterbach & Amen, LLP.

• Investment performance review by AndCo Consulting
• Approval of regular retirement benefits for James Christensen
• Approval of surviving spouse benefits for Carol Gallagher
• Review and approval of Tax Levy Request to Village
• Discussion of Lauterbach & Amen, LLP engagement letter

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two requests: an amendment to Christ Church Winnetka's special use permit to allow a one-story vestibule addition at 470 Maple Street, and a final plat to consolidate two lots at 644 Pine Lane into one. The Commission will also receive a status update on the Comprehensive Plan and check quorum for the November 17 meeting. Both cases will be recommended to the Village Council, which has final jurisdiction.

• Case 21-32-SU: Special use permit amendment for a 311 sq ft vestibule addition at 470 Maple Street (Christ Church Winnetka)
• Case 21-33-SD: Final Plat of Subdivision to consolidate two lots into one at 644 Pine Lane
• Public comment accepted on all agenda items
• Comprehensive Plan status update
• Quorum check for November 17, 2021 meeting

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting at 6:00 PM to discuss the Winnetka Futures 2040 comprehensive plan with the consultant, The Lakota Group, focusing on design review issues. At the regular 7:00 PM meeting, the board will consider certificates of appropriateness for a new four-unit residential building at 455 Linden Street and a vestibule addition at Christ Church Winnetka (470 Maple Street), plus a sign permit for Balloons and Paper at 550 Lincoln Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a quorum check for the November 18 meeting.

• Case No. 21-17: Certificate of Appropriateness for new four-unit multi-family residential building at 455 Linden Street (continued from September 29)
• Case No. 21-32-SU: Certificate of Appropriateness for one-story vestibule addition to Christ Church Winnetka at 470 Maple Street
• Case No. 21-25: Sign permit for window and wall signs for Balloons and Paper at 550 Lincoln Avenue
• Winnetka Futures 2040 Plan discussion with consultant The Lakota Group (special meeting at 6:00 PM)
• Comprehensive Plan Update and quorum check for November 18, 2021 meeting

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The regular meeting of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners scheduled for October 21, 2021, at 5:00 PM is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice posted 10/18/2021

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting to consider several consent agenda items, including adopting an ordinance amending the liquor code, approving a Class F liquor license for Hometown Coffee Winnetka LLC, and approving a GIS service provider agreement. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes and a warrant list. No other ordinances, resolutions, or new business are scheduled.

• Ordinance No. MC-05-2021: Amending Liquor Code (Adoption)
• Resolution No. R-72-2021: Approving a Class F Liquor License for Hometown Coffee Winnetka LLC (Adoption)
• Resolution No. R-85-2021: GIS Service Provider Agreement (Adoption)
• Approval of Warrant List dated September 24, 2021 – October 7, 2021
• Approval of Village Council Minutes from September 9, 2021

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission will meet to discuss updates on the Mayor's Monarch Pledge pollinator garden, review the Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region and a potential resolution, and consider the sustainability chapter for the Winnetka Futures 2040 Plan. They will also review recommendations from the Materials Management Advisory Committee and approve communication items for November and December.

• Status update on Sustainable Pollinator Garden (Mayor's Monarch Pledge)
• Review of Climate Action Plan for the Chicago Region (CAP) and resolution
• Sustainability Chapter for Winnetka Futures 2040 Plan review
• Sustainable Materials Management: Materials Management Advisory Committee recommendations
• Approval of November and December communication items

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a special closed session to discuss the sale or lease and related compensation of Village property, as permitted under the Open Meetings Act. The agenda includes public comment before the closed session, but no decisions are scheduled for open session.

• Closed session under Section 2(c)(6) of the Open Meetings Act for property sale or lease discussion
• Public comment period before closed session

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a study session to hear presentations from three semi-finalists proposing to redevelop the Village-owned parcel at 93 Green Bay Road. The proposals are from Tala Coffee Roasters, Firecakes Craft Donuts, and Left Coast Food & Juice. Council will provide direction on next steps after the presentations.

• Tala Coffee Roasters proposes adaptive reuse of the existing building with a café, patio, and community space
• Firecakes Craft Donuts and Left Coast Food & Juice also present proposals for the site
• Village acquired the property in 2001 for $650,000; leases generated about $533,000 in rent plus $40,000 in property tax revenue
• New Trier paid $108,900 to lease spaces between 2015 and 2017
• Public comment opportunity during the presentations

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on October 11, 2021, to consider two zoning requests. The first is a continued application for a fence height variation at 981 Gordon Terrace, which the Board has final jurisdiction over. The second is a request from Christ Church Winnetka to amend a special use permit and allow a vestibule addition at 470 Maple Street, which will ultimately go to the Village Council. The Board will also discuss the Winnetka Futures 2040 Plan and other administrative matters.

• Case 21-25-V: Fence height variation at 981 Gordon Terrace (continued from prior meetings)
• Case 21-32-SU: Special use amendment and vestibule addition for Christ Church Winnetka at 470 Maple Street
• Discussion of Winnetka Futures 2040 Plan
• Quorum check for November 8, 2021 meeting
• Comprehensive Plan Community Workshop on October 20, 6-8 PM

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting to consider several consent agenda items, primarily contracts for underground electric cable purchases totaling $232,229, and to introduce two ordinances: one amending the liquor code and another for a variation at 1225 Hill Road. The meeting also includes routine items like approving a warrant list and setting future meeting dates.

• Resolution R-80-2021: $78,953 contract with Power Line Supply for 600V 4/0 & 350 kcmil cable
• Resolution R-81-2021: $80,247 contract with The Okonite Company for 600V 500 kcmil cable
• Resolution R-82-2021: $73,029 contract with The Okonite Company for 15kV cable
• Ordinance MC-5-2021: Amending Liquor Code (introduction)
• Ordinance M-17-2021: 1225 Hill Road variation (introduction/adoption)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission will meet to review a demolition permit application for the single-family residence at 952 Pine Tree Lane, discuss the Winnetka Futures 2040 Plan, and receive updates on other business. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Case No. 21-26-LPC – 952 Pine Tree Lane: demolition permit review
• Winnetka Futures 2040 Plan discussion
• 82 Essex Road status update
• November 1, 2021 meeting quorum check
• Comprehensive Plan Community Workshop on October 20, 6-8 PM

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal by the Winnetka Park District and Winnetka Platform Tennis Club. The project involves constructing two additional platform tennis courts and adding to the existing paddle hut. The board will determine if the design is appropriate for the neighborhood and consistent with village guidelines.

• Public hearing for two new platform tennis courts and paddle hut additions at 490 Hibbard Road
• Proposed exterior changes and landscaping for the Winnetka Public Library at 768 Oak Street
• Continued discussion of a new four-unit multi-family residential building at 455 Linden Street
• Two-phase construction plan for the platform tennis expansion

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a special virtual meeting to consider approving the 2021 Police Sergeant Final Promotion Eligibility List and discuss a conditional offer of employment for a firemedic. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and a closed session. The meeting is procedural, with no major policy or budget items.

• Approval of 2021 Police Sergeant Final Promotion Eligibility List
• Firemedic conditional offer of employment discussion
• Approval of August 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment period (200 words or less, email by 4:15 PM)

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners approved the August 11, 2021 meeting minutes, adopted the 2021 Police Sergeant Final Promotion Eligibility List, and extended conditional employment offers to two firemedic candidates following a closed session.

• Approved minutes of the August 11, 2021 special meeting (3-0)
• Approved 2021 Police Sergeant Final Promotion Eligibility List (3-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for firemedic interviews and personnel discussion (3-0)
• Extended conditional offers of employment for firemedic to Daniel Sutton and Matthew Bakke (3-0)

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission is meeting to consider an amendment to an existing special use permit for the Winnetka Platform Tennis Club and Park District at 490 Hibbard Road. The request seeks to allow two additional platform tennis courts and additions to the existing paddle hut. The Village Council has final jurisdiction on this matter. The agenda also includes a status update on the Comprehensive Plan and a quorum check for the October 27 meeting.

• Case No. 21-30-SU: Amendment to special use permit for two additional platform tennis courts and paddle hut additions at 490 Hibbard Road
• Approval of June 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Comprehensive Plan status update
• Quorum check for October 27, 2021 meeting

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will consider adopting a zoning variation for 1184 Tower Road, introducing a liquor code amendment, and introducing/adopting a variation for 582 Provident Avenue. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as approving the warrant list and appointing a village treasurer.

• Ordinance M-15-2021: 1184 Tower Road variations (adoption)
• Ordinance MC-5-2021: Amending liquor code (introduction)
• Ordinance M-16-2021: 582 Provident Avenue variations (introduction/adoption)
• Resolution R-79-2021: Appoint village treasurer (adoption)
• Warrant list approval for August 27 – September 9, 2021

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Winnetka Foreign Fire Insurance Fund Board will meet to review and accept minutes from July, the treasurer's report, and discuss old and new business. Old business includes completed and pending purchases, plus an election to replace FM Gunn. New business is a proposal for a G5 Dual Band P25 Voice Pager.

• Review of completed purchases: fitness equipment, kitchen equipment, station furnishings, icemaker rental, Tribune subscription, cable bill, coffee/tea supplies
• Pending purchases: locker room benches, fitness clothing/shoes (2nd order), cable bill, coffee/tea supplies, umbrella
• Election to replace FM Gunn on the FFIB
• New business: G5 Dual Band P25 Voice Pager

Village Council

The Village Council and Plan Commission are holding a joint working session to restart the Winnetka Futures 2040 Comprehensive Plan, which was paused due to the pandemic. The consultant, The Lakota Group, will lead discussions on goals, roles, community engagement, and key themes like housing and sustainability. This is a working session to re-engage, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Joint working session with The Lakota Group to restart the Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of community pillars: housing variety, sustainability, commercial areas, infrastructure
• Exercises on community strengths, weaknesses, and key themes
• Plan Commission will make formal recommendation; Council will adopt final plan
• Work originally authorized by Resolution R-84-2019; restarted via R-71-2021

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Village Council and Plan Commission are holding a joint working session to restart the Winnetka Futures 2040 Comprehensive Plan, which was paused in March 2020 due to the pandemic. The consultant, The Lakota Group, will lead discussions on the plan's goals, the roles of the Council and Commission, and key themes such as housing, sustainability, and commercial areas. This is a working session, not a final decision-making meeting; the Plan Commission will later make a formal recommendation and the Council will adopt the plan.

• Joint working session with The Lakota Group to re-engage on the Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of community pillars: healthy lifestyles, sustainability, housing variety, commercial areas, culture, stormwater, parks, education
• Exercises on community strengths, weaknesses, and key themes
• Plan was paused in March 2020 and restarted after Council Resolution R-71-2021 in August 2021
• Original agreement with The Lakota Group approved by Resolution R-84-2019 in November 2019

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four zoning requests: two fence height variations (1261 Ash Street and 981 Gordon Terrace), a pergola setback variation (1225 Hill Road), and an amendment to a special use permit for additional platform tennis courts and a paddle hut addition (490 Hibbard Road). The board will also approve minutes and receive a community development report.

• Case 21-24-V: Fence height variation at 1261 Ash Street (Hibbard Road property line)
• Case 21-25-V: Fence height variation at 981 Gordon Terrace (east lot line)
• Case 21-29-V2: Pergola setback variation at 1225 Hill Road
• Case 21-30-SU: Special use permit amendment for two additional platform tennis courts and paddle hut addition at 490 Hibbard Road
• Approval of August 9, 2021 minutes

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including contracts for fire training tower repairs, streetscape design, and electrical equipment, as well as a zoning variation for a residential addition. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with multiple items and a continued discussion on a garage variation.

• Resolution R-73-2021: Approve $39,935 contract with O.A.K.K. Construction for fire training tower repairs
• Resolution R-74-2021: Approve contract for Streetscape Phase 4 construction design services
• Resolution R-75-2021: Approve change order for 2021 MFT contract on Birch Street
• Resolution R-76-2021: Approve contract for purchase of 138kV metering transformers
• Ordinance M-15-2021: Introduction of zoning variations for residential additions at 1184 Tower

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission will meet to discuss updates on the Mayor's Monarch Pledge, review the Sustainability Chapter for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and consider sustainable materials management, including composting. They will also approve October communication items and discuss November communications.

• Review of Sustainability Chapter for 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Update on Mayor's Monarch Pledge and pollinator garden at Public Works facility
• Discussion of composting options, including inclusion in recycling contract bids
• Approval of October communication items (pumpkin composting event, leaf collection)
• Discussion of November communication items (holiday lights recycling, America Recycles Day, battery recycling)

The Commission approved the minutes from their August meeting and finalized communication items for October, including a disclaimer for the upcoming pumpkin composting event. Members also discussed sustainability initiatives, including pollinator gardens and waste management reporting.

• Approved August 11, 2021, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved October communication items with liability disclaimer (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:25 p.m. (5-0)

Zoning Administrator

The Winnetka Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider Case No. 21-31-ZA, an application by Mike and Page Wilson for a zoning variation to build a second-floor addition at 320 Locust Road. The variation would allow a smaller side yard setback from the north property line than normally required. The Zoning Administrator has final jurisdiction on this request. Public comment is invited.

• Case No. 21-31-ZA: zoning variation for second-floor addition at 320 Locust Road
• Request to reduce north side yard setback requirement
• Property is zoned R-4 Single Family Residential
• Applicants argue addition preserves older home and avoids increasing impermeable area in flood plain
• Public hearing scheduled for August 30, 2021 at 4:00 PM, Winnetka Village Hall

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will meet on August 19, 2021, to consider two sign permit applications for storefronts on Lincoln Avenue, and to note that a proposed four-unit residential building at 455 Linden Street is not ready for consideration and will be rescheduled. The board will also approve minutes from the July 15 meeting and check for a quorum for the September 23 meeting.

• Case 21-17: 455 Linden Street – new four-unit multi-family building (continued, not ready)
• Case 21-21-DR: 540 Lincoln Avenue – Little Honeycomb – wall sign and three awning signs
• Case 21-22-DR: 548 Lincoln Avenue – Strong Nail City – wall sign and window sign
• Approval of July 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Quorum check for September 23, 2021 meeting

Firefighters Pension Board

The Winnetka Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business and to review and approve steps for transferring pension assets to the Firefighters' Pension Investment Fund of Illinois (FPIF), effective January 4, 2022. The board will also consider a new membership application, officer elections, and various reports and resolutions.

• Review/approval of FPIF asset transfer task resolution and transferal notice letter
• Application for membership by Dan Poulos
• Board officer elections for President and Secretary
• Review/approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request
• Resolution of appreciation for Chief John Ripka

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving a warrant list, extending a contract for landscape waste removal, and awarding a uniform rental contract. They will also discuss policy direction on Phase 4 streetscape concepts and a request to plant memorial flags on the Village Green for 9/11.

• Resolution R-69-2021: Extend agreement with Thelen Sand & Gravel for landscape waste removal at $7.00 per cubic yard through March 31, 2022
• Resolution R-70-2021: Award uniform rental and laundry services contract to Cintas Corporation No. 2, estimated annual cost $12,435.02
• Approval of Warrant List dated July 30 – August 12, 2021
• Outdoor seating area permits for Little Honeycomb and Hometown Coffee and Juice
• Phase 4 Streetscape Concepts (policy direction)

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission will meet to discuss updates on the Mayor's Monarch Pledge pollinator garden, review the sustainability chapter for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and consider food composting programs. They will also approve communication items for September and discuss October items.

• Update on Sustainable Pollinator Garden by Michael Essig
• Review of Sustainability Chapter for 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of food composting options
• Hubbard Woods Train Station Reconstruction and Green Bay Trail
• Approval of September Communication Items

The Commission approved a motion to request that the Village Council hold a study session regarding the Hubbard Woods Train Station reconstruction to explore beautification opportunities for the Green Bay Trail. Members also approved the July meeting minutes and September communication items. Discussions were held regarding the Chicago Region Climate Action Plan, potential composting programs, and a future 'Pumpkin Smash' event.

• Approved July 14, 2021, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved request for Village Council study session on Metra reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved September communication items (4-0)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special virtual meeting to consider a conditional offer of employment for a firemedic position, along with other routine business. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes from prior meetings, and a closed session. This is a routine personnel matter, not a major policy decision.

• Firemedic Conditional Offer of Employment
• Approval of minutes from July 19 and July 21, 2021 meetings
• Public comment period (limited to 200 words, email or phone)
• Closed session for personnel matters

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners approved a conditional offer of employment for a firemedic candidate and voted to remove a patrol officer candidate from the recruitment process. The Board also approved minutes from two previous meetings held in July 2021.

• Approved July 19, 2021 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved July 21, 2021 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Extended conditional firemedic offer to Zachary Fudalej (2-0)
• Removed Michelle Barkho from patrol officer recruitment (2-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals discussed several zoning variation requests regarding residential additions and fences. The Board voted to recommend approval for two residential addition projects and continued a fence height request to a later meeting.

• Recommended approval for residential additions at 1184 Tower Road
• Recommended approval for residential additions at 582 Provident Avenue
• Continued hearing for a fence height variation at 1261 Ash Street to September 13, 2021
• Discussed a fence height variation for 981 Gordon Terrace

Zoning Administrator

The Winnetka Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on August 9, 2021, to consider Case No. 21-28-ZA, an application by Falcon 1350 LLC for a zoning variation at 1350 Hackberry Lane. The variation would allow a second-floor addition over the existing garage with a reduced side yard setback from the east property line. The Zoning Administrator has final jurisdiction on this request. Public comment is permitted, and the meeting may be held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Case No. 21-28-ZA: zoning variation for second-floor addition at 1350 Hackberry Lane
• Requested variation: less than minimum required side yard setback from east property line
• Property zoned R-2 Single Family Residential, located south of Hackberry Lane, west of Hibbard Road
• Applicant: Falcon 1350 LLC; existing residence built in 1937, in floodplain, without basement
• Public hearing may be held virtually via Zoom due to COVID-19

Historic Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission is holding a special meeting to confer with the property owners of 82 Essex Road about alternatives to demolishing the single-family residence. The property was found historically significant on July 19, 2021, and a 270-day demolition delay expires on September 27, 2021. The meeting is required before a demolition permit can be issued.

• Case No. 21-04-LPC: Conference with property owners at 82 Essex Road
• 270-day demolition delay expires September 27, 2021
• Property found historically significant by 4-0 vote on July 19, 2021

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will consider adopting several ordinances and resolutions, including an update to flood plain maps required by FEMA, a zoning variation for 747 Walden, a property transfer and dedication of Essex Road as public right-of-way, and a contract for boiler blowdown tanks. The meeting also includes approval of the consent agenda and minutes from the July 20 meeting.

• Ordinance MC-4-2021: Adopt updated FEMA flood plain maps with new V-zones along Lake Michigan, effective September 10, 2021
• Ordinance M-13-2021: Zoning variation for 747 Walden
• Ordinance M-14-2021: Transfer of property and dedication of Essex Road as public right-of-way
• Resolution R-66-2021: Contract with BEC Equipment LLC for two boiler blowdown tanks, not to exceed $46,000
• Resolution R-68-2021: Easement amendment for Thorn Tree Subdivision

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission will hold a public meeting to review demolition permit applications for two single-family residences at 848 Tower Road and 425 Sunset Road, deciding whether to require Historical Architectural Impact Studies (HAIS) or allow demolition to proceed. The commission will also review a HAIS for 695 Prospect Avenue and select recipients for the 2021 Preservation Awards.

• Demolition permit review for 848 Tower Road (Case 21-23-LPC), a 1908 stucco home designed by architect Arthur S. Coffin
• Demolition permit review for 425 Sunset Road (Case 21-24-LPC), a 1922 brick home
• Review of Historical Architectural Impact Study for 695 Prospect Avenue (Case 21-10-LPC)
• Selection of 2021 Preservation Award recipients
• Reminder of tentative special meeting on August 4, 2021

Police Pension Board

The Winnetka Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to review investment performance, approve bills and minutes, and discuss trustee training. The board will also elect officers, review the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, and consider a resolution to appoint authorized representatives to IPOPIF.

• Investment performance review by AndCo Consulting
• Approval of bills (Treasurer's Report)
• Approval of trustee training registration fees and reimbursable expenses
• Board officer elections (President, Vice President, Secretary, Assistant Secretary)
• Review/approve actuarial valuation and tax levy request

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider a conditional offer of employment for a firemedic position. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, and a closed session, but the main actionable item is the employment offer.

• Firemedic Conditional Offer of Employment

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners held a special meeting on July 21, 2021. The Board voted to extend conditional offers of employment to two firemedic candidates, removed one candidate from the recruitment process, and discussed future meeting dates.

• Extended conditional offers of employment to firemedic candidates Adam Hoeflich and Griffin Gratz (3-0)
• Removed candidate Edwin Knoblock from the firemedic recruitment process (3-0)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will consider adopting the final plat for the 800-808-812 Oak subdivision and provide policy direction on zoning variations for 880 Willow Road. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, liquor licenses, and an outdoor seating permit, plus a report on the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).

• Final plat approval for 800-808-812 Oak subdivision (Resolution R-65-2021)
• Policy direction on zoning variations for 880 Willow Road
• Class A-1 liquor licenses for Little Honeycomb Inc. and Spruce Operations LLC
• Outdoor seating permit at unspecified properties
• Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) presentation

Historic Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission will review demolition permit applications for four single-family residences and two Historical Architectural Impact Studies (HAIS) at its July 19, 2021 meeting. The commission will also receive an update on the 2021 Preservation Awards and check for a quorum for the August 2 meeting. Public comment is allowed on all agenda items.

• Demolition permit review for 747 Walden Road
• Demolition permit review for 873 Cherry Street
• Demolition permit review for 724 Foxdale Avenue
• Demolition permit review for 688 Green Bay Road
• HAIS review for 82 Essex Road and 701 Hibbard Road

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review its administrative rules and regulations, and to consider a conditional offer of employment for a patrol officer. The board will also approve minutes from its June 23, 2021 meeting and may enter closed session.

• Review of Administrative Rules and Regulations
• Patrol Officer Conditional Offer of Employment
• Approval of June 23, 2021 minutes

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners voted 2-0 to extend a conditional offer of employment to candidate Cole Templin (#62) for patrol officer, pending post-offer exams. The board also voted 2-0 to remove five candidates from the patrol officer recruitment process. In other business, the board agreed to change its hiring practice so a conditional offer can be made right after the interview, rather than after background and polygraph testing, effective immediately. The board approved minutes of its June 23, 2021 meeting 2-0 and held a closed session to interview patrol officer candidates.

• Approved June 23, 2021 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Agreed to revert to prior practice of approving conditional offers of employment post-interview, effective immediately
• Extended conditional offer of employment to patrol officer candidate Cole Templin (#62), subject to post-offer exams (2-0)
• Removed candidates Jeidy Flores, Peter Van Daal, Edgar Beltran, Dwight Davis, and Matthew Roland, Jr. from the patrol officer recruitment process (2-0)
• Adjourned to closed session to conduct patrol officer interviews and discuss personnel (2-0)
• Adjourned the special meeting (2-0)

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Winnetka Foreign Fire Insurance Fund Board will hold a regular meeting to review and accept minutes from May, the treasurer's report, and discuss old and new business. Old business includes completed and pending purchases, while new business covers additional funding for various items and an election to replace FM Gunn.

• Review of May 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Completed purchases: FMR Tuttle's Shaded Eye Protection, fitness equipment, kitchen equipment
• Pending purchases: locker room benches, fitness clothing and shoes (2nd order)
• New funding requests: picnic table shipping/umbrella, fitness equipment, kitchen equipment, station furnishings
• Annual items: icemaker rental, Tribune subscription, cable bill, coffee/tea/creamer/sugar

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will review several sign permit applications, an awning permit with a sign code variation, a certificate of appropriateness for courtyard hardscape improvements, and a sign permit for a freestanding bulletin board. One item, a new four-unit residential building at 455 Linden Street, has been continued to the August 19, 2021 meeting. The meeting will also include approval of the June 17, 2021 minutes and a quorum check for the August meeting.

• Case 21-15: Sign permit for two window signs at 559 Chestnut Street (Bunny & Babe)
• Case 21-16: Sign permit for two window signs at 913 Green Bay Road (Arch Glow, LLC)
• Case 21-18: Awning permit, sign permit, and sign code variation for projecting blade sign at 574 Lincoln Avenue (Mandarine Home)
• Case 21-19: Certificate of Appropriateness for courtyard hardscape improvements at 804 Elm Street (Christian Science Reading Room)
• Case 21-20: Sign permit for freestanding bulletin board sign at 1140 Willow Road (Schmidt-Burnham Log House)

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission will hold a regular virtual meeting on July 14, 2021, to discuss and potentially act on several environmental initiatives. Key items include reviewing the draft Sustainability Chapter for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, updates on the Mayor's Monarch Pledge, and a discussion on sustainable materials management, specifically polystyrene (Styrofoam) recycling. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 9 meeting and review communication items for August.

• Review of Sustainability Chapter for 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Update on Mayor's Monarch Pledge actions
• Discussion of polystyrene (Styrofoam) recycling program changes
• Approval of August communication items
• Approval of June 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Environmental and Forestry Commission approved the initial draft of a sustainability chapter to be used in the village's 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The commission also approved the June 2021 meeting minutes and amended July communication items. Additionally, members discussed Metra expansion plans, the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge garden, and potential food scrap composting programs.

• Approved June 9, 2021, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adopted initial draft of 2040 Comprehensive Plan sustainability chapter (4-0)
• Approved July communication items with amendments (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:58 p.m. (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on July 12, 2021, to consider three zoning variation requests. The agenda includes a continued case for additions at 1184 Tower Road, a fence height variation at 1261 Ash Street, and an addition at 582 Provident Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the June 14 meeting and discuss other business.

• Case 21-16-V2: 1184 Tower Road – continued from May and June, seeking variations for front yard coverage, building size, and setbacks
• Case 21-24-V: 1261 Ash Street – fence height variation along Hibbard Road
• Case 21-23-V2: 582 Provident Avenue – addition requiring variations for building size and setbacks
• Approval of June 14, 2021 minutes
• Quorum check for August 9, 2021 meeting

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance amending the special use permit and variations for New Trier High School at 385 Winnetka Avenue. The council will also receive an informational report on remote participation rules, which are reverting to pre-pandemic limits. The consent agenda includes approval of a warrant list and an outdoor dining permit for HeART Studio.

• Ordinance M-12-2021: Amendment to Special Use Permit & Variations for New Trier High School, 385 Winnetka Avenue
• Approval of Warrant List dated June 11 – June 24, 2021
• Outdoor Dining Permit for HeART Studio
• Village Attorney Report on Remote Participation at Village Meetings (informational only)

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission will hold a virtual meeting to consider two major requests: an amendment to a special use permit for New Trier High School to replace the Gates Gym and add parking, and a final plat for a three-lot subdivision on Oak Street. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear public comment. Both items have final jurisdiction with the Village Council.

• Case 21-15-SU: New Trier High School seeks special use amendment for gym replacement and parking improvements at 385 Winnetka Avenue
• Case 21-19-SD: Final plat for three-lot subdivision at 800, 808, 812 Oak Street, including alley variation
• Approval of April 28 and May 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment on all agenda items

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider a conditional offer of employment for a patrol officer, following a closed session. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the June 7, 2021 meeting and public comment.

• Patrol Officer Conditional Offer of Employment
• Approval of minutes from June 7, 2021 meeting
• Closed session (personnel/employment)
• Public comment period

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners approved minutes from a prior meeting and held a closed session to interview patrol officer candidates. Following the closed session, the board voted to advance candidate Michelle Barkho for background and polygraph testing and voted to remove candidate Diana Cardenas from the recruitment process.

• Approved minutes of the June 7, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned to closed session to conduct patrol officer interviews (3-0)
• Approved candidate Michelle Barkho to advance to background and polygraph testing (3-0)
• Removed candidate Diana Cardenas from the patrol officer recruitment process (3-0)

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting on June 17, 2021, to review several applications for exterior changes to commercial properties. The board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a New Trier High School addition and parking lot improvements, a Certificate of Appropriateness for Marco Roma Pizzeria's patio and façade changes, and an awning permit for Berkshire Hathaway. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Case No. 21-15-SU: New Trier High School, 385 Winnetka Avenue – Certificate of Appropriateness for addition and parking lot improvements
• Case No. 21-12: 14 Green Bay Road – Marco Roma Pizzeria – Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior façade and outdoor patio changes
• Case No. 21-14: 839-41 Elm Street – Berkshire Hathaway – Awning permit for two awnings
• Approval of May 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Quorum check for July 15, 2021 meeting

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will consider adopting two resolutions: one extending a sewer relining contract with Hoerr Construction for up to $500,000, and another extending authorization for delivery and carry-out of cocktails. The meeting also includes approval of the warrant list and minutes from prior meetings. No other substantive business is listed.

• Resolution R-61-2021: Extend sewer relining contract with Hoerr Construction, Inc. for up to $500,000 (sanitary and storm sewer work).
• Resolution R-64-2021: Extend authorization for delivery and carry-out of cocktails.
• Resolution R-63-2021: Willow Road Outfall Contract (adoption).
• Approval of warrant list dated May 28 – June 10, 2021.
• Approval of minutes from June 1 and June 8, 2021 meetings.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider three zoning variation requests: a continued application for additions at 1184 Tower Road, a new single-family residence at 747 Walden Road, and an amendment to a Special Use Permit for New Trier High School. The board will also approve minutes from the May 10 meeting and take public comment. All items are recommendations to the Village Council, which has final jurisdiction.

• Case 21-16-V2: 1184 Tower Road – amended request for additions, reduced variations (front yard coverage, building size, setbacks)
• Case 21-21-V2: 747 Walden Road – variation for reduced front yard setback for new residence
• Case 21-15-SU: 385 Winnetka Avenue – New Trier High School – special use amendment and variations for gym replacement, parking, building height/size, setbacks
• Approval of May 10, 2021 minutes
• Public comment on all agenda items

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission will hold a regular virtual meeting on June 9, 2021. They will review and approve the May 12 minutes, discuss updates on the Mayor's Monarch Pledge, pyrethroid pesticide legislation, a sustainability chapter for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and sustainable materials management including battery and styrofoam recycling. The meeting is open to public comment via email or phone.

• Review of draft Sustainability Chapter for 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of pyrethroid pesticide legislation executive summary
• Update on Mayor's Monarch Pledge actions
• Discussion of battery and styrofoam recycling programs
• Approval of July communication items

The Environmental and Forestry Commission approved a statement endorsing Michael Essig's Boy Scout Eagle project, a Sustainable Pollinator Garden on Village right of way between the Green Bay Trail and the Elm St. railroad station, to help fulfill the Village's Mayor's Monarch Pledge commitment. The commission also approved the May 12, 2021 meeting minutes and the July communication items, with one recycling tip tabled for revision. Discussion of the Pyrethroid Pesticide Legislation executive summary and the Sustainability Chapter for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan was tabled to the next meeting. The meeting was held virtually via Zoom under the Village's COVID-19 emergency determinations.

• Approved statement endorsing Michael Essig's Sustainable Pollinator Garden Eagle project on Village right of way between Green Bay Trail and Elm St. RR station (4-0, two absent)
• Approved May 12, 2021 regular meeting minutes (4-0, two absent)
• Approved July communication items, including Paper Shredding Event, Hosting a Zero-Waste Event, Recycling Tips for Plastic Silverware, Styrofoam, and Stormwater-Friendly Landscaping (4-0, two absent)
• Tabled Pyrethroid Pesticide Legislation executive summary to next meeting
• Tabled Sustainability Chapter for 2040 Comprehensive Plan review to next meeting
• Adjourned at 8:44 p.m. (4-0, two absent)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a virtual study session with public comment and a closed session to discuss setting a price for the sale or lease of property. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific items listed for public discussion.

• Closed session to discuss setting price for sale or lease of property
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items
• Virtual meeting via Zoom with phone and livestream options

Zoning Administrator

The Winnetka Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual meeting to review applications for residential zoning variations. The items include requests for a new garage, a porch replacement, and home additions.

• Case No. 21-20-ZA: Zoning variation for a one-car detached garage at 904 Elm Street
• Case No. 21-18-ZA: Zoning variation for a screen porch replacement at 576 Elm Street
• Case No. 21-22-ZA: Zoning variations for residential additions at 982 Hill Road

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners met to discuss employment offers and promotional processes. The agenda includes updates on patrol officer and firemedic recruitment and the sergeant promotional process.

• Patrol Officer Conditional Offer of Employment
• Firemedic Conditional Offer of Employment
• Sergeant Promotional Process Update

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners extended conditional employment offers to two firemedic candidates. The Board also advanced two patrol officer candidates to background testing and removed three others from the recruitment process.

• Approved April 29, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Advanced Joshua White and William Wojcik to background and polygraph testing for lateral patrol officer recruitment (3-0)
• Removed Richard Hu, Mikayla Zamora, and Erick Venegas from patrol officer recruitment process (3-0)
• Extended conditional offers of employment to firemedic candidates Dan Poulos and Stephen McLaughlin (3-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission is reviewing multiple demolition permit applications for single-family residences. The Commission is also reviewing a Historical Architectural Impact Study and discussing 2021 Preservation Award nominations.

• Demolition permit review: 916 Cherry
• Demolition permit review: 1290 Scott
• Demolition permit review: 695 Prospect
• Demolition permit review: 576 Willow
• Historical Architectural Impact Study review: 490 Cherry

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a regular virtual meeting on June 1, 2021, to consider several consent agenda items, including the purchase of a police vehicle, a street light and traffic signal painting contract, and an ordinance to dispose of surplus property. The council will also discuss policy direction on garage variations for 880 Willow Road, which has been continued to July 6, 2021. Public comments are accepted via email or phone.

• Resolution No. R-60-2021: Purchase of Police Vehicle (Adoption)
• Resolution No. R-62-2021: Street Light and Traffic Signal Painting Contract (Adoption)
• Ordinance No. M-11-2021: Disposal of Surplus Property (Introduction/Adoption)
• 880 Willow Road – Garage Variations (Policy Direction-Continue to July 6, 2021)
• Outdoor Seating: Fred’s Garage

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board and Sign Board of Appeals will meet virtually to review multiple applications for storefront awnings and signage. The agenda includes permit requests for various businesses located on Chestnut Street, Green Bay Road, and Lincoln Avenue.

• Awning Permit: 559 Chestnut Street (Bunny & Babe)
• Awning Permit: 950 Green Bay Road (three awnings)
• Awning Permit: 894 Green Bay Road (Pedego Electric Bikes)
• Sign Permit: 552 Lincoln Avenue (Mitch’s Cookies)
• Sign Permit: 561 Lincoln Avenue (Kaleidoscope Floral)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting virtually to consider several items, including a special use permit for Strong Nail City at 548 Lincoln Avenue, a zoning amendment for a temporary pool dome at 123 Fuller Drive, and multiple contracts and agreements. The meeting also includes a proclamation honoring Louise Holland and routine consent agenda items.

• Ordinance M-10-2021: Special use for Strong Nail City at 548 Lincoln Avenue
• Temporary pool dome zoning amendment at 123 Fuller Drive (policy direction)
• Resolution R-54-2021: Directional boring contract
• Resolution R-55-2021: Agreement with Illinois EPA for 93 Green Bay Road
• Resolution R-56-2021: Pavement rejuvenation contract

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The board will review previous meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. Members will also discuss completed and pending equipment purchases and potential additional funding for fitness and kitchen equipment.

• Review of completed purchases including DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual Drone and MSA CBRN Cannisters
• Discussion of pending purchases for locker room benches and eye protection
• Discussion of additional monies for miscellaneous fitness and kitchen equipment
• Discussion regarding station furnishings

Firefighters Pension Board

The Board of Trustees will conduct a regular meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19 disaster declarations. The agenda includes reviewing investment performance, approving retirement benefits, and discussing pension fund rules and litigation.

• Approval of regular retirement benefits for Alan Berkowsky and Larry Dieterich
• Review of investment performance with AndCo Consulting
• Discussion of litigation status regarding Arlington Heights PPF v. Pritzker
• Certification of Board Election Results for Retired Member Position
• Approval of Illinois Department of Insurance Compliance Fee and trustee training expenses

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Environmental & Forestry Commission is reviewing recommendations for parkway usage to present to the Village Council. The meeting also includes updates on the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge, pesticide legislation, and the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

• Parkway usage and permitting recommendations
• Mayor’s Monarch Pledge update
• Pyrethroid pesticide legislation update
• 2040 Comprehensive Plan sustainability chapter
• Sustainable materials management discussion

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission approved the April 2021 meeting minutes and the June communication items, including reminders about leaf blower bans and invasive species removal. The commission discussed potential resolutions regarding insecticide control but tabled them for further analysis and drafting. They also reviewed a draft sustainability chapter for the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and discussed plans for a monarch butterfly garden.

• Approved April 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Approved June Communication Items (5-0)
• Tabled motion to send pesticide resolutions to Village Council for further drafting
• Agreed to study draft Sustainability Chapter for 2040 Comprehensive Plan over next month
• Discussed location and maintenance plans for Monarch Butterfly Garden
• Reviewed status of Mayor’s Monarch Pledge action items

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Environmental & Forestry Commission is presenting recommendations to the Village Council regarding parkway planting policies. The proposal includes creating a streamlined permit process and establishing guidelines for sustainable, native plant species in public rights-of-way.

• Proposed updates to Village Code Section 12.04.040 regarding encroachments
• Creation of a standalone permit application for parkway plantings
• Development of a preferred plant list featuring native and drought-resistant species
• Guidelines for rain garden grading and subsurface soil enhancements
• Establishment of plant height limits to maintain safe sight lines

Village Council

The Village Council and Environmental & Forestry Commission are holding a joint study session to review recommendations for parkway policies. The discussion focuses on updating the Village Code regarding structures in rights-of-way and creating a streamlined permit process for residents to plant vegetation.

• Proposed updates to Village Code Section 12.04.040 regarding encroachments
• Development of a preferred native plant list for parkway plantings
• Creation of a standalone permit application for shrubs, ground cover, and plants
• New guidance for constructing rain gardens and bioswales in rights-of-way
• Establishment of plant height limits to maintain safe sight lines

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a virtual public hearing regarding a request for multiple zoning variations at 1184 Tower Road. The applicant seeks to exceed limits on front yard lot coverage, building size, and setbacks for proposed home additions. A previous request for a fence at 645 Hibbard Road was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Case No. 21-16-V2: Zoning variations for additions at 1184 Tower Road
• Case No. 21-11-V: Withdrawal of fence height variation request for 645 Hibbard Road
• Proposed front yard lot coverage of 1,341.56 square feet at 1184 Tower Road
• Proposed gross floor area of 4,524.22 square feet at 1184 Tower Road

Historic Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission will meet to determine if the demolition of a single-family residence at 1265 Westmoor Road should be delayed. The Commission previously failed to reach a decision on whether to impose a 270-day delay or a shorter period with specific marketing conditions.

• Review of Historical Architectural Impact Study (HAIS) for 1265 Westmoor Road
• Potential imposition of a demolition delay for up to 270 days
• Discussion of architectural significance regarding the 'Jamaica house' design style

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a virtual public hearing regarding an application for a special use permit at 548 Lincoln Avenue. The applicant, Tracy Ho d/b/a Strong Nail City, seeks to operate a nail salon in the C-2 General Retail Commercial Overlay District.

• Special Use Permit application for 548 Lincoln Avenue (Strong Nail City)
• Proposed 786 square foot nail salon with five nail tables and five spa chairs
• Public hearing for Case No. 21-17-SU

Village Council

The Village Council will meet virtually to discuss infrastructure, sign code updates, and swear in new officials. Key items include a street rehabilitation contract and the appointment of SWANCC representatives.

• Contract for Birch Street rehabilitation with A Lamp Concrete Contractors, Inc for $354,077.69
• Ordinance MC-3-2021 regarding Sign Code Amendment for illuminated signs
• Resolution R-50-2021 appointing SWANCC representatives
• Oath of office for President Chris Rintz and Trustees Andrew Cripe, Robert Dearborn, and Kim Mancini
• Approval of the April 16–29, 2021 Warrant List

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission is reviewing several demolition permit applications and historical architectural impact studies. The meeting also includes an advisory review of proposed alterations to a local landmark.

• Demolition permit review: 111 Thorn Tree Lane
• Demolition permit review: 701 Hibbard Road
• Demolition permit review: 265 White Oak Lane
• Advisory review of alterations: 592 Cherry Street
• Historical Architectural Impact Study review: 1015 Starr Road

Police Pension Board

The Winnetka Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular videoconference meeting to review investment performance, approve bills and meeting minutes, and act on retirement and survivor benefits. The board will also discuss trustee training, board rules, and legal updates.

• Approve regular retirement benefits for Jeremy Walton
• Approve surviving spouse benefits for Sandra Sumner and Nita Kerner
• Review investment performance report from AndCo Consulting
• Approve Illinois Department of Insurance Compliance Fee
• Review possible action on draft board rules

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special virtual meeting to consider a conditional offer of employment for a firemedic position. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes from the April 15 meeting, and a closed session. The meeting is conducted virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Firemedic conditional offer of employment
• Approval of minutes from April 15, 2021 meeting
• Closed session
• Public comment period

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners voted unanimously to move candidates Dan Poulos (#7) and Stephen McLaughlin (#11) forward in the firemedic recruitment process for background and polygraph testing. The board also voted unanimously to remove candidates Danielle Giegoldt, William Burke, and Alec Christian from the firemedic recruitment process. The board approved minutes from its April 15, 2021 meeting and held a closed session to interview for a firemedic position and discuss personnel. No final hiring decisions were made; staff will return after testing to possibly seek approval for conditional offers.

• Approved minutes of April 15, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Moved to closed session for firemedic interview and personnel discussion (3-0)
• Approved advancing Dan Poulos (#7) and Stephen McLaughlin (#11) for background and polygraph testing (3-0)
• Removed Danielle Giegoldt, William Burke, and Alec Christian from firemedic recruitment (3-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (3-0)

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission will hold a virtual public hearing on a special use permit for a Coldwell Banker real estate office at 538 Chestnut Street, relocating from 568 Lincoln Avenue. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive a community development report. Public comments are invited.

• Special use permit for real estate office at 538 Chestnut Street (Case No. 21-13-SU)
• Approval of February 24, 2021 meeting minutes
• Community Development Report
• Quorum check for May 5, 2021 special meeting

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a regular virtual meeting to consider extending the Village President's COVID-19 emergency declaration, which expires at the end of this meeting. The council will also introduce or adopt ordinances for zoning variations at 630 Sheridan Road and a sign code amendment for illuminated signs, and adopt a resolution to purchase a transformer for the Northfield Substation. Additionally, the council will issue proclamations for Arbor Day and Monarch Remembrance Day, and present the 2021 Green Award to Spirit Elephant restaurant.

• Motion to extend Village President's Declaration of Emergency until June 22, 2021
• Ordinance M-9-2021: Zoning variations for 630 Sheridan Road
• Ordinance MC-3-2021: Sign code amendment for illuminated signs
• Resolution R-44-2021: Purchase of Northfield Substation transformer
• Resolution R-49-2021: Class P liquor license for Open Kitchens Inc.

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners met to discuss police staffing and recruitment processes. The agenda includes a call for examination for the Police Sergeant promotional process and a conditional offer of employment for a patrol officer.

• Police Sergeant Promotional Process – Call for Examination
• Patrol Officer Conditional Offer of Employment

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners approved minutes of its April 1 meeting and entered a call for examination for the 2021 police sergeant promotional process, with the process starting in May and exams in August to create a three-year eligibility list. The board also approved moving candidate Richard Hu forward to background and polygraph testing, extended a conditional patrol officer offer to candidate Manuel Rodriguez, and removed candidate Andrew Deng from the lateral patrol officer process. All votes were unanimous roll calls, and the board will continue meeting by videoconference.

• Approved April 1, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Entered call for examination for 2021 police sergeant promotional process; exams in August, list valid three years (3-0)
• Approved candidate Richard Hu (#48) to proceed to background and polygraph testing (3-0)
• Extended conditional patrol officer offer to candidate Manuel Rodriguez (#39), subject to post-offer exams (3-0)
• Removed candidate Andrew Deng from lateral patrol officer recruitment process (3-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for patrol officer interview and personnel discussion (3-0)
• Decided to continue meeting via videoconference rather than in person

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Environmental & Forestry Commission met to discuss parkway usage, including preferred plant lists and permitting. Members also reviewed the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge and discussed state legislation regarding mosquito control pesticides.

• Approval of Green Award for Spirit Elephant Restaurant
• Discussion of parkway planting permits and preferred plant lists
• Amendment to Mayor’s Monarch Pledge to include a demonstration garden
• Discussion of HB3118 pesticide legislation

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a virtual study session with public comment, followed by a closed session to discuss setting a price for the sale or lease of property, as allowed under the Illinois Open Meetings Act. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss setting price for sale or lease of property (per Open Meetings Act 2(c)(6))
• Virtual meeting via Zoom with public comment options (phone and livestream)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider two zoning variation requests: one for a fence height exception at 645 Hibbard Road and one for a side yard setback exception for an addition at 650 Hill Road. The board has final jurisdiction on both cases. The agenda also includes approval of the March 8, 2021 minutes and routine administrative items.

• Case 21-11-V: 645 Hibbard Road – fence height variation
• Case 21-12-V: 650 Hill Road – addition side yard setback variation
• Approval of March 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comment on all agenda items

Village Council

The Village Council will hold a virtual meeting to address several administrative and land-use items. Key topics include a presentation by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and a proclamation for retiring Fire Chief Alan Berkowsky.

• Adoption of The Walden Preliminary Planned Development at 688-694 Green Bay Road
• Resolution to repair groundwater monitoring wells at the Municipal Landfill
• Resolution regarding curbside collection refuse rates
• Introduction and adoption of a zoning variation for 651 Elm Street
• Discussion on zoning variations for 880 Willow

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting to review demolition permit applications for three single-family residences. The commission will also discuss recent Village Code amendments regarding demolition delays and historic building size bonuses, and consider Preservation Award nominations.

• Case 21-07-LPC: Demolition permit review for 490 Cherry Street
• Case 21-08-LPC: Demolition permit review for 462 Provident Avenue
• Case 21-09-LPC: Demolition permit review for 950 Westmoor Road
• Review of Village Code amendments to extend demolition delay and provide building size bonus for historic homes
• Preservation Award nominations due May 28, 2021

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a virtual meeting on April 1, 2021, to approve minutes from February 11, 2021, and discuss new business including a conditional offer of employment for a patrol officer. The board will also address future meeting dates and conduct a closed session for personnel matters.

• Approval of February 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Conditional offer of employment for patrol officer Terrence Joria
• Closed session for personnel and employment discussions
• Public comment via email or phone with 200-word limit
• Virtual meeting with Zoom ID 93339693480 and password BFPC040121

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners approved moving candidate Manuel Rodriguez (#39) forward in the patrol officer recruitment process to complete background and polygraph testing. The Board also voted to remove candidate Lionel Cervantes (#35) and nine other candidates from the patrol officer eligibility list, and removed Nicholas Berggren from the lateral patrol officer recruitment process. All votes were unanimous (3-0). The Board also approved the February 11, 2021 minutes and discussed future meeting dates.

• Approved minutes of the February 11, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Approved moving candidate Manuel Rodriguez (#39) forward in patrol officer recruitment for background and polygraph testing (3-0)
• Removed candidate Lionel Cervantes (#35) from the patrol officer eligibility list (3-0)
• Removed candidates Alan Taylor (#38), Ryan Sears (#40), Jacqueline Zimmerman (#41), Ian Fox (#42), Amanda Jakupovic (#44), Austin Moore (#45), Angela Flatsoussis (#46), Adrian Szlag (#50), and Edward Serrano (#51) from the patrol officer eligibility list (3-0)
• Removed candidate Nicholas Berggren from the lateral patrol officer recruitment process (3-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for a patrol officer interview and personnel discussion (3-0)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will consider several consent agenda items, including awarding a uniform service contract to Cintas, a water intake maintenance contract to Northern Divers USA, and a resolution to allow outdoor dining and liquor service during the COVID-19 emergency. They will also consider ordinances on a special use for North Shore Barber, demolition delay for historic homes, and related fees.

• Resolution R-41-2021: Reject all bids, waive bidding, and award uniform rental/laundry contract to Cintas Corporation No. 2 (estimated annual cost $13,792.72)
• Resolution R-42-2021: Approve agreement with Northern Divers USA for water plant raw water intake maintenance, bid $178,100 plus $13,965 contingency (total $192,065)
• Resolution R-43-2021: Allow outdoor dining and liquor service during COVID-19 emergency
• Ordinance M-7-2021: North Shore Barber special use at 1081-1083 Gage
• Ordinance MC-2-2021: Demolition delay and building size bonus for historic homes

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider an application for a zoning variation at 315 Birch Street. The request seeks to allow a one-story addition that would provide less than the minimum required total side yard setback.

• Case No. 21-10-ZA: Zoning variation for a one-story addition at 315 Birch Street
• Request to reduce south side yard setback from 18'-0" to 15'-9"

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Winnetka Foreign Fire Insurance Board will hold a virtual meeting to review minutes and the treasurer's report, discuss old and new business, and take public comment. New business includes electing board positions and considering purchases of MSA CBRN canisters and storage pouches for G1 facepieces, plus miscellaneous fitness equipment. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Election results and election of FFIB positions
• Purchase of MSA CBRN Cannisters for G1 Facepiece
• Purchase of MSA Storage Pouch for G1 Facepiece
• Miscellaneous Fitness Equipment purchase
• Review of January 26, 2021 meeting minutes and treasurer's report

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and decide on several environmental initiatives, including Green Award nominations, potential changes to parkway usage permitting, the Mayor's Monarch Pledge, pyrethroid pesticide legislation, and specialized recycling options. The meeting will also include public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Green Award nominations, including Spirit Elephant Restaurant
• Parkway usage permitting discussion
• Mayor's Monarch Pledge action items
• Pyrethroid pesticide legislation discussion
• Specialized recycling expansion at Public Works

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a special virtual meeting to consider introducing Ordinance M-6-2021, which would grant preliminary approval of a Planned Development for The Walden, a proposed five-unit condominium building at 688-694 Green Bay Road. The applicant, SR Winnetka LLC, seeks several zoning exceptions, including for building height, floor area, roof form, wall articulation, and front yard setbacks. The Design Review Board and Planned Development Commission have both unanimously recommended approval of the amended plan.

• Ordinance M-6-2021: preliminary Planned Development approval for The Walden, 688-694 Green Bay Road
• Five-unit multi-family building with below-grade parking; reduced from original six units and four stories
• Zoning exceptions requested: height (50.5 ft vs 35 ft permitted), floor area ratio, roof form, wall articulation, front yard setback
• Applicant proposes $18,000 contribution toward downtown electric vehicle charging station
• Public comment accepted via email, phone, or mail; meeting held virtually via Zoom

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications for zoning variations. One involves a playhouse at 630 Sheridan Road, and the other concerns a single-family residence at 651 Elm Street.

• Case No. 21-08-V2: 630 Sheridan Road playhouse setback and height variations
• Case No. 21-09-V2: 651 Elm Street front yard setback variation for new residence

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a public hearing and introduce an ordinance to delay demolitions of historic homes and offer a building size bonus, and will consider creating a regional fire training tower cooperative. The consent agenda includes several routine purchases and contracts, such as refuse containers, landscape maintenance, and street rehabilitation funding.

• Ordinance MC-2-2021: Demolition Delay & Building Size Bonus for Historic Homes (public hearing and introduction)
• Resolution R-35-2021: Creating a Regional Fire Training Tower Cooperative (adoption)
• Resolution R-30-2021: Refuse Containers and RFID Equipment Purchase (adoption)
• Resolution R-31-2021: Landscape Maintenance Services Contract (adoption)
• Resolution R-32-2021: Use of MFT Funding for Street Rehabilitation (adoption)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission will review demolition permit applications for three single-family residences at 972 Pine Street, 1265 Westmoor Road, and 82 Essex Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January and February 2021, and an update on Village Council's consideration of code amendments to extend demolition delay and provide a building size bonus for historic homes.

• Case No. 21-06-LPC: Demolition permit review for 972 Pine Street
• Case No. 21-05-LPC: Demolition permit review for 1265 Westmoor Road
• Case No. 21-04-LPC: Demolition permit review for 82 Essex Road (continued from Feb. 1)
• Update on Village Council's consideration of demolition delay extension and building size bonus for historic homes
• Approval of minutes from Jan. 4 and Feb. 1, 2021 meetings

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission will hold a virtual meeting to consider a special use permit for North Shore Barber Shop at 1081 Gage Street. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine reports. Public comment is invited.

• Special use permit application for barber shop at 1081 Gage Street
• Approval of December 16, 2020 meeting minutes
• Community Development Report
• Quorum check for March 24, 2021 meeting

Design Review Board

The Board will review a sign permit for Bliss Salon of Winnetka and discuss potential amendments to regulations regarding internally illuminated signs. Members will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• Case No. 21-03: Sign permit and code variation for two window signs at 818 Elm Street (Bliss Salon of Winnetka)
• Case No. 19-39-DR: Discussion of proposed amendments to sign regulations for internally illuminated signs
• Approval of December 17, 2020, and January 21, 2021, meeting minutes

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will meet virtually to consider extending the Village President's COVID-19 emergency declaration, which expires at the end of this meeting. They will also vote on several consent agenda items, including contracts for streetscape, sidewalk, and tree programs, and discuss a draft ordinance on demolition and floor area bonuses for historic homes.

• Motion to extend Village President's Declaration of Emergency to April 20, 2021
• Resolution R-22-2021: Purchase order for Commercial District Floral Program
• Resolution R-23-2021: Amendment to contracts for Parkway Trees
• Resolution R-27-2021: Streetscape Sign Purchase
• Resolution R-29-2021: Phase 3 Streetscape Contracts

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special virtual meeting to consider a conditional offer of employment for a patrol officer, following a closed session. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes from the February 8 meeting, and other routine business. The meeting is procedural, with the main substantive item being the potential hiring decision.

• Patrol Officer Conditional Offer of Employment (agenda item 6a)
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2021 meeting
• Closed session (personnel and employment)
• Public comment period (200-word limit, email or phone options)

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners approved moving a lateral candidate forward in the recruitment process for a patrol officer position. The candidate must now complete background and polygraph testing.

• Approved minutes of the February 8, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Approved moving lateral candidate Terrence Joria forward to background and polygraph testing (3-0)

Firefighters Pension Board

The Winnetka Firefighters’ Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to review financial reports, investment performance, and possible contract renewals. The board will also consider annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners and discuss draft rules and term expirations.

• Possible renewal of investment contract with AndCo Consulting
• Approval of annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) for pensioners
• Review of draft board rules
• Application for membership by Kyle Tuttle
• Possible action on Ottosen DiNolfo engagement letter

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission will hold a regular virtual meeting to discuss and potentially act on several environmental initiatives. Key topics include parkway usage and native plant recommendations, the Mayor's Monarch Pledge, a pesticides discussion, and specialized recycling options. The commission will also review and approve minutes from the January 13, 2021 meeting and approve communication items.

• Parkway usage: review of other villages' experiences with native plantings
• Mayor's Monarch Pledge: review of recommendations
• Pesticides discussion: potential options and outreach to other communities
• Specialized recycling: discussion of textile and drop-off recycling programs
• Approval of March communication items

Village Council

This meeting is a virtual study session held via Zoom in compliance with social distancing requirements. The Council will hold a closed session to discuss the sale or lease of Village property and related compensation.

• Closed session regarding the sale or lease and related compensation of Village property

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a special virtual meeting to consider a conditional offer of employment for a patrol officer, following a prior closed session and background checks. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes from December 23, 2020, and a closed session. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the employment offer.

• Patrol Officer Conditional Offer of Employment
• Approval of minutes from December 23, 2020
• Closed session for personnel matters
• Public comment period (200 words or less)

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners met in special session on February 8, 2021 and approved minutes from its December 23, 2020 meeting. The board authorized staff to move lateral candidate Nicholas Berggren forward to background and polygraph testing, and extended a conditional offer of employment to candidate Nicholas Wirth (#31) for patrol officer, subject to post-offer examinations. The board also held a closed session to interview for a patrol officer position and discuss personnel. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved December 23, 2020 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Authorized staff to advance Nicholas Berggren to background and polygraph testing for patrol officer (3-0)
• Extended conditional offer of employment to Nicholas Wirth (#31) for patrol officer, subject to post-offer exams (3-0)
• Authorized Chairperson to sign Certificates of Appointment if Wirth accepts and completes exams (3-0)
• Adjourned to closed session under Open Meetings Act Section 2(c)1 for patrol officer interview and personnel discussion (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider a zoning variation request for a detached garage at 880 Willow Road, which would exceed roofed and impermeable lot coverage limits. The board will also review and consider adopting new rules of procedure. The meeting includes approval of minutes from November and December 2020, and public comment is invited.

• Case No. 21-03-V2: 880 Willow Road – request for zoning variations to exceed roofed and impermeable lot coverage for a detached garage (final jurisdiction: Village Council)
• Consideration of new Zoning Board of Appeals Rules of Procedure
• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2020 and December 14, 2020 meetings
• Quorum check for March 8, 2021 meeting

Planned Development Commission

The Winnetka Planned Development Commission will hold a virtual meeting to review an amended preliminary planned development application for The Walden at 688-694 Green Bay Road. The applicant, Walden Winnetka, LLC, seeks subdivision and zoning relief to build a five-unit multi-family residential building with below-grade parking. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings and discuss a quorum for the March 3, 2021 meeting. Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Case No. 19-15-PD: 688-694 Green Bay Road – The Walden – preliminary planned development review for a five-unit building with below-grade parking
• Requested exceptions: building size (GFA), building height, principal roof form, exterior wall articulation, front yard setback for surface parking
• Plat of consolidation to combine two lots into one lot of record
• Approval of minutes from October 7 and October 19, 2020 meetings
• Quorum check for March 3, 2021 meeting

The Planned Development Commission voted 8-0 to recommend approval of the preliminary plan for The Walden, a five-unit multi-family building at 688-694 Green Bay Road, with a condition that the third-floor deck be reserved for the third-floor unit owner. The recommendation follows a revised application that reduced the building from four to three stories and from six to five units, and the Design Review Board had unanimously recommended approval of the design on January 21, 2021. The Village Council has final jurisdiction on the request. The Commission also approved the minutes of its October 7 and October 19, 2020 meetings.

• Recommended approval of The Walden preliminary planned development at 688-694 Green Bay Road (8-0), with condition that third-floor deck be for the third-floor unit owner's use
• Approved October 7, 2020 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved October 19, 2020 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Recessed for 10 minutes due to applicant technical difficulties (8-0)
• Adjourned at 10:26 p.m. (8-0)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a regular virtual meeting to consider several consent agenda items and ordinances. Key actions include adopting resolutions for a police vehicle purchase, a fifth amendment to a license agreement with New Cingular Wireless, a change order for the street rehabilitation program, an emergency snowplowing shared services agreement, and establishing manager and department head salaries. The council will also vote on a special use permit renewal for 928 Green Bay Road, an extension of the Lakeshore Recycling Services agreement, a resubdivision extension for 67 Brier Street, and a right-of-way license for 844 Spruce Street.

• Resolution R-13-2021: Purchase of police vehicle
• Resolution R-14-2021: Fifth amendment to license agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS
• Resolution R-15-2021: Change order #1 for street rehabilitation program
• Ordinance M-5-2021: Special use permit renewal for 928 Green Bay Road (Kaehler Design)
• Resolution R-20-2021: Extension of approval for 67 Brier Street resubdivision

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting to review Historical Architectural Impact Studies (HAIS) and demolition permit applications for four single-family residences. One application (740 Ardsley Road) has been withdrawn. The Commission will determine whether the revised HAIS for 1015 Starr Road is complete and whether proposed demolitions would have significant negative impacts, potentially delaying demolition to explore alternatives. The meeting also includes discussion of the 2021 Preservation Awards timetable.

• Case 20-24-LPC: 740 Ardsley Road demolition application withdrawn; no action
• Case 20-21-LPC: 1015 Starr Road revised HAIS review; property associated with architect John Van Bergen and former Village President Eugene Rummler
• Case 20-26-LPC: 203 Sheridan Road HAIS review
• Case 20-27-LPC: 205 Sheridan Road additional info for demolition permit
• Case 21-04-LPC: 82 Essex Road demolition permit application

Police Pension Board

The Winnetka Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting via videoconference to review investment performance, approve bills and meeting minutes, and consider cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners. They will also discuss the Village of Winnetka tax levy funding amount and possible engagement letters with consultants and attorneys.

• Investment report and policy review by AndCo Consulting
• Approval of bills and meeting minutes
• Approve annual cost of living adjustments (COLAs) for pensioners
• Discussion of Village of Winnetka tax levy funding amount
• Review of trustee term expirations and election procedures

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Winnetka Foreign Fire Insurance Board holds a virtual meeting to accept past minutes and treasurer’s report, review completed and pending fire department purchases, and discuss new 2021 fitness gear and equipment allocations. Public comments are accepted during the session.

• Zoll X Series Monitor / Defibrillator purchase
• U/A Fitness Clothing and Shoes Allocation for 2021
• DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual Drone review
• Fire Department Custom Radio Straps purchase
• Locker Room Benches purchase

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a special virtual meeting on January 26, 2021, with the only substantive item being a closed session to discuss personnel matters under the Illinois Open Meetings Act. The agenda is otherwise procedural, consisting of call to order, public comment, and adjournment. Public comments can be submitted by email or phone before the meeting.

• Closed session for personnel discussion under Section 2(c)(1) of the Open Meetings Act
• Virtual meeting via Zoom with public comment options
• Public comments limited to 200 words, due by 5:45 p.m.

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider two applications: a Certificate of Appropriateness and Awning Permit for exterior alterations at 844 Spruce Street (Pomeroy Bistro) and an amended preliminary planned development review for a five-unit building at 688-694 Green Bay Road. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss a quorum for the February 18 meeting. Public comment is allowed on all items.

• Case 21-01: 844 Spruce St. – Pomeroy Bistro – new awnings, French windows, front doorway, patio, and roof planters
• Case 19-15-PD: 688-694 Green Bay Rd. – The Walden – amended application for five-unit multi-family building
• Approval of November 18, 2020 meeting minutes
• Quorum check for February 18, 2021 meeting

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a special virtual meeting on January 21, 2021, with the only substantive item being a closed session to discuss personnel matters under the Illinois Open Meetings Act. The agenda is otherwise procedural, consisting of call to order, public comment, and adjournment. Public comments can be submitted by email or phone before or during the meeting.

• Closed session for personnel discussion under Section 2(c)(1) of the Open Meetings Act
• Virtual meeting via Zoom with phone and livestream access
• Public comments limited to 200 words, submitted by email or phone

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a virtual meeting to approve routine items including new liquor licenses, infrastructure contracts, and a special-use permit. The session follows Governor Pritzker’s COVID-19 executive orders requiring virtual participation and limited in-person attendance at Village Hall.

• Class D liquor license for Rusticana, LLC d/b/a Marco Roma's (14 Green Bay Road)
• Class D liquor license for Paradise Food Italia, LLC d/b/a Tocco
• Contract for Boiler Blowdown Header Replacement at the Electric Plant
• Contract for Construction of a Transformer Fire Wall ($ unspecified)
• Contract for Transformer Firewall Installation at the Northfield Substation ($ unspecified)

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The regularly scheduled January 18, 2021 meeting of the Winnetka Foreign Fire Insurance Board was cancelled and rescheduled to January 26, 2021 at 7:30am. The meeting will be held at the Fire Department classroom, 428 Green Bay Road, Winnetka. The agenda contains only the rescheduling notice and accessibility information, with no substantive items listed.

• Regular January 18, 2021 meeting cancelled
• Rescheduled meeting: January 26, 2021, 7:30am, Fire Department classroom, 428 Green Bay Road
• ADA accommodation contact: Megan Pierce, 510 Green Bay Road, (847) 716-3543

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission will meet virtually to discuss parkway planting policies, the Mayor's Monarch Pledge, and options for addressing mosquito spraying. They will also review and approve minutes from the December 9, 2020 meeting and discuss communication items.

• Discussion of parkway planting policy, including proposed changes to Village Code Section 12.04.040
• Review of Mayor's Monarch Pledge action items
• Discussion of pesticide and mosquito spraying options, including potential Village Code changes
• Approval of December 9, 2020 meeting minutes
• Approval of February communication items

The Commission reviewed a presentation on native parkway plantings and discussed potential future recommendations. Members also approved minutes from the December 9, 2020, meeting and authorized February communication items. Commissioners volunteered to research parkway planting policies in neighboring communities for the February meeting.

• Approved December 9, 2020, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved February communication items (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a virtual study session to discuss two topics: extending the current 60-day demolition delay for historically or architecturally significant homes, and establishing a design review process for all new single-family homes. The discussion follows a recent increase in demolition permit activity for significant homes. Staff is seeking policy direction on how to further study these issues.

• Consider extending the 60-day demolition delay for historic homes
• Consider establishing a design review process for all new single-family homes
• Review of demolition permit process for historic or architecturally significant structures
• Discussion of landmark designation and historic district approaches in other communities

Zoning Administrator

The Winnetka Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual public hearing to consider Case No. 21-01-ZA, an application by Paul Konstant for zoning variations to allow construction of additions at 1319 Trapp Lane. The requested variations would permit less than the minimum required total side yard setback and exceed the maximum permitted width of a front-facing attached garage. The Zoning Administrator has final jurisdiction on this request. Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Case No. 21-01-ZA: 1319 Trapp Lane – request for zoning variations for residential additions
• Variation to provide less than minimum required total side yard setback
• Variation to exceed maximum permitted width of front-facing attached garage (proposed 23.67 ft vs 22 ft max)
• Property is zoned R-2 Single Family Residential, owned by Theodore J. Herst Trust
• Virtual meeting via Zoom; public can participate by phone or livestream

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a virtual meeting to decide on zoning variations, special use permits, and approve several contracts and resolutions. The meeting will also include public comment opportunities via email or phone.

• Approve purchase of SCBA Equipment (Resolution No. R-1-2021)
• Approve contract with Survalent for SCADA Support (Resolution No. R-2-2021)
• Approve Change Order No. 1 to Asplundh Tree Expert Co. contract (Resolution No. R-3-2021)
• Approve purchase of Low Lift Pump (Resolution No. R-4-2021)
• Roof Replacement over Reaction Basin & Chlorine Room at Water Plant (Resolution No. R-5-2021)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting to review demolition permit applications for four single-family residences, an advisory review of alterations to a designated landmark, and a Historical Architectural Impact Study. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Case 20-25-LPC: Review of new/revised info on demolition permit for 1077 Spruce Street
• Case 21-03-LPC: Advisory review of alterations to 500 Maple Street, a local landmark
• Case 20-24-LPC: Demolition permit review for 740 Ardsley Road
• Case 21-01-LPC: Demolition permit review for 819 Humboldt Avenue
• Case 21-02-LPC: Demolition permit review for 560 Sheridan Road