Winnetka public meetings in 2021
96 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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
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 The 925 Elm Street application has been withdrawn, so no action will be taken.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- Case 21-34-V2: 925 Elm Street application withdrawn; no action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
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
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.
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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.
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 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
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 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
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