Winnetka public meetings in 2024

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals regular meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission will consider two subdivision applications: one to consolidate lots for Grace Presbyterian Church and another for the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. The church item was continued from a previous meeting and may be postponed again. The library item is new and also requires a finding of no material adverse impact for existing building setbacks.

• Case 24-14-SU: Grace Presbyterian Church lot consolidation and special use permit for additions and parking lot
• Case 24-26-SD: Winnetka-Northfield Public Library lot consolidation at 768 Oak Street
• Library building setback and wall articulation variance request
• Public comments accepted on all agenda items

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contracts for dredging, directional boring, IT support, and software licenses, plus appointments. They will also vote on several zoning variations for residential and commercial projects, and consider an ordinance to opt out of Cook County's paid leave requirement for taxing bodies.

• Contract with Northern Divers USA for dredging services at the Electric Plant
• Change Order No. 3 to Maple Cable Construction Inc for directional boring work
• Software license purchase from Tyler Technologies, Inc. (waiving bidding)
• Zoning variation for addition at 270 Birch Street (R-2 district)
• Ordinance to opt out of Cook County Paid Leave for taxing bodies

The Winnetka Village Council approved three zoning ordinances: a variation for a detached garage at 630 Walden Road (with brick veneer condition), a variation and certificate of appropriateness for a new commercial building at 933 Green Bay Road, and a paid leave opt-out ordinance for local taxing bodies. The 270 Birch Street garage variation was deferred to January 7, 2025, for further plan revisions. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with Trustee Dalman absent.

• Adopted Ordinance M-19-2024 for detached garage at 630 Walden Road with brick veneer condition (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance M-20-2024 for new commercial building at 933 Green Bay Road (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance M-22-2024 opting out of Cook County Paid Leave for schools and park district (5-0)
• Deferred Ordinance M-18-2024 for 270 Birch Street garage variation to January 7, 2025
• Approved consent agenda including $1,472,777.09 warrant list and dredging contract (5-0)

Planned Development Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Planned Development Commission scheduled for December 16, 2024, is cancelled. No business will be conducted. Public comment and agenda materials are still available for future meetings.

• Meeting cancellation for December 16, 2024

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission meeting scheduled for December 11, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Winnetka Village Hall Council Chambers has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

Village Council

The Village Council is holding a study session to discuss the IMEA contract renewal and future energy supply considerations for Winnetka. The agenda includes public comments and a closed session, with the main discussion item being the energy supply topic.

• Discussion of IMEA contract renewal and future energy supply considerations

The Village Council held a study session to discuss the IMEA contract renewal and future energy supply options, with a presentation from energy expert Mark Pruitt. No formal decisions were made; the Council directed staff to continue negotiations with IMEA.

• Directed staff to continue discussions with IMEA regarding negotiations

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals meets to review continued and new zoning cases, including park improvements at Centennial Park & Beach and a home addition at 780 Prospect Avenue. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear a community development report.

• Case No. 24-08-SU: 225 Sheridan Road - Centennial Park & Beach (Special Use Permit, zoning variation, steep slope exceptions)
• Case No. 24-27-V: 780 Prospect Avenue (zoning variation for one-story addition)
• Approval of November 11, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold its regular meeting on December 3, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Village Hall. The agenda is largely procedural, with key decisions including adoption of the FY 2025 budget, utility rate adjustments, and several zoning-related ordinances.

• Adopt FY 2025 Village Budget (Resolution R-83-2024)
• Approve utility service rates and fees (Resolution R-84-2024)
• Amend general, building, and miscellaneous service fees (Resolution R-85-2024)
• Approve $1.2M contract with S&C Electric Company for three pad-mount transformers (Resolution R-86-2024)
• Approve fourth amendment to USPS lease agreement (Resolution R-87-2024)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Historic Preservation Commission will review demolition permit applications for two single-family residences at 1099 Fisher Crescent Lane and 510 Provident Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a quorum check for the January 6 meeting, and discussion of monthly communications.

• Case No. 24-20-HPC: demolition permit for 1099 Fisher Crescent Lane
• Case No. 24-21-HPC: demolition permit for 510 Provident Avenue
• Approval of November 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Quorum check for January 6, 2024 regular meeting
• Discussion on monthly communications for HPC

The Winnetka Historic Preservation Commission voted 4-0 to require a Historic Architectural and Infrastructure Survey (HAIS) for the demolition permit application at 1099 Fisher Crescent Lane, citing the property's architectural significance. The Commission also voted 4-0 to approve the demolition permit for 510 Provident Avenue, where the home was deemed not historically significant. Both decisions were made at the December 2, 2024 meeting.

• Required HAIS for 1099 Fisher Crescent Lane demolition (4-0)
• Approved demolition permit for 510 Provident Avenue (4-0)
• Approved November 4, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to review and decide on several design and sign applications. The main item is a continued application for a new one-story commercial building at 933 Green Bay Road, which requires a Certificate of Appropriateness and has final jurisdiction with the Village Council. The board will also review storefront painting changes at 809-811 Oak Street and a sign permit for a restaurant at 544 Lincoln Avenue. Public comments are permitted on all agenda items.

• Case No. 24-24-V2: New commercial building at 933 Green Bay Road (continued from Oct 17)
• Case No. 24-17-DR: Storefront painting changes at 809-811 Oak Street (Paradise Food Italia)
• Case No. 24-18-DR: Sign permit for door, window, and wall signs at 544 Lincoln Avenue (Fondita Miquel Mexican Restaurant)
• Approval of October 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Quorum check for December 19, 2024 regular meeting

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct routine procedural items including approving minutes from prior meetings and reviewing new business. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 17 and October 30, 2024 meetings

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners held a special meeting on November 20, 2024, and approved a conditional offer of employment to Pablo Kinderman for a patrol officer position, subject to post-offer exams. The board also removed candidate Lukasz Lezon from the firemedic recruitment process and eligibility list. Both actions passed unanimously by roll call vote. The board also approved minutes from prior meetings and held a closed session for personnel matters.

• Approved conditional offer of employment to Pablo Kinderman for patrol officer (3-0)
• Removed Lukasz Lezon from firemedic recruitment process and eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved minutes of October 17, 2024 regular meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of October 30, 2024 special meeting (voice vote, chair abstained)
• Adjourned to closed session for personnel discussion (3-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission's regular monthly meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold its regular meeting on November 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Village Hall. The body will introduce and hold a public hearing on the FY 2025 budget, establish utility rates and fees, and introduce property-tax levy and abatement ordinances. A lease for part of 754 Elm Street with Hofherr Meat Depot is also up for adoption.

• Public hearing on FY 2025 Village Budget (Resolution R-83-2024)
• Introduction of utility-rate changes (Resolution R-84-2024)
• Introduction of updated service fees (Resolution R-85-2024)
• Introduction of 2024 property-tax levy ordinance (Ordinance M-14-2024)
• Adoption of lease agreement for 754 Elm Street with Hofherr Meat Depot (Resolution R-79-2024)

The Council introduced resolutions to adopt the FY 2025 budget, set utility rates, and amend fees, with final adoption expected at a later meeting. It also adopted a one-year lease agreement with Hofherr Meat Depot for retail space at 754 Elm Street. The consent agenda, including a $758,195.24 warrant list and the 2025 meeting schedule, was approved unanimously.

• Introduced Resolution R-83-2024 adopting FY 2025 budget
• Introduced Resolution R-84-2024 establishing utility rates
• Introduced Resolution R-85-2024 amending service fees
• Introduced Ordinance M-14-2024 levying 2024 property taxes
• Introduced Ordinance M-15-2024 abating 2024 tax for bond payments
• Adopted Resolution R-79-2024 approving lease with Hofherr Meat Depot (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $758,195.24 warrant list and 2025 meeting schedule (6-0)

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Winnetka Foreign Fire Insurance Board will hold a regular meeting to review and accept the September meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. The board will also discuss pending purchases, including recurring items like coffee and training water, and new business such as a day room remodel and painting the second floor of the station.

• Review of September meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Recurring purchases: coffee/tea/creamer, kitchen fund, training water/Costco membership, Xfinity
• New business: day room remodel, paint second floor, bunk room mattresses, drone battery, duty boots
• Public comment period

The Winnetka Foreign Fire Insurance Board approved its yearly recurring charges and pending purchases, totaling about $95,000. Election results were accepted, with Kroeger, Moreno, and Poplawski filling the new term. The board also corrected the spelling of Chaplain Hanisian's name in the November minutes.

• Approved election results: Kroeger, Moreno, Poplawski elected (motion by JR, seconded by KB)
• Approved $4,000 for coffee/tea/creamer (motion by JR, seconded by CK)
• Approved $1,000 for miscellaneous kitchen fund (motion by KB, seconded by ZF)
• Approved $1,000 for training water fund/Costco membership (motion by KB, seconded by CK)
• Approved $2,000 for Xfinity cable/streaming (motion by KB, seconded by CK)
• Approved $8,400 for fitness clothing (motion by KB, seconded by CM)
• Approved $4,800 for workout shoes (motion by KB, seconded by CK)
• Approved $5,000 for fire boat expenses (motion by JR, seconded by KB)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals meets to hear four new cases requesting zoning variations for residential and commercial projects. Each case asks for setback or parking waivers; final decisions rest with the Village Council. The board will also check quorum for the December 9 regular meeting and accept public comments.

• Case 24-21-V2: 630 Walden Road – detached garage setback and corner-lot variances
• Case 24-22-V2: 402 Hawthorn Lane – residence addition corner-yard setback variance
• Case 24-24-V2: 933 Green Bay Road – new one-story commercial building with front-yard, side-yard, rear-yard, and parking variances
• Case 24-16-V2: 270 Birch Street – residence addition front-yard setback variance

Planned Development Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Village of Winnetka Planned Development Commission scheduled for November 18, 2024, is cancelled. No business will be conducted. Public comment procedures and accessibility accommodations are noted for future meetings.

• Meeting cancelled for November 18, 2024 at 7:00 PM
• Public comment can be submitted via email to [email protected] or by letter to Community Development, Village of Winnetka, 510 Green Bay Road

Firefighters Pension Board

The Winnetka Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on cash management, investment reports, and a new membership application. They will also review the village audit status, pension levy, and consider establishing 2025 meeting dates and approving fiduciary liability insurance renewal.

• Discussion/Possible Action on Cash Management Policy Revisions and NT Sweep Account for employee contributions/county tax proceeds
• Application for Membership – Alec Cathon
• Contribution Refund – Arthur Kutman
• Annual Independent Medical Examination – Adam Kolka
• Review/Approve – Fiduciary Liability Insurance Renewal

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Environmental and Forestry Commission is meeting to approve October minutes, receive updates on the Energy Forum and Green Bay Trail, and begin planning commissioner initiatives for 2025. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of October 9, 2024 Special Meeting Minutes
• Energy Forum Update
• Green Bay Trail Update
• Commissioner Initiatives & 2025 Planning

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a special meeting to consider zoning variations for two Elm Street properties, approve a final plat of consolidation, and follow up on the proposed 2025 annual budget. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and warrant lists, plus presentations recognizing a local business and an Eagle Scout.

• Ordinance M-12-2024: zoning variation for an addition at 595 Elm Street (R-4 district)
• Ordinance M-13-2024: final approval of planned development at 791 Elm Street
• Resolution R-81-2024: final plat of consolidation for 791 Elm Street
• Resolution R-82-2024: indemnification for IDOT sidewalk use on Green Bay Road (Nov 13, 2024 - Jan 3, 2025)
• 2025 Proposed Annual Budget follow-up

The Winnetka Village Council approved a planned development for a Chase Bank at 791 Elm Street, along with a final plat of consolidation, and granted a zoning variation for a home addition at 595 Elm Street. The council also adopted the consent agenda, including a warrant list of $1,687,255.09 and an indemnification resolution for IDOT sidewalks. Budget changes for 2025 were discussed, including a 2.95% property tax levy increase, to be formally introduced at the November 19 meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance M-12-2024 granting zoning variation for 595 Elm Street addition (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance M-13-2024 approving planned development for Chase Bank at 791 Elm Street (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-81-2024 approving final plat of consolidation for 791 Elm Street (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including warrant list of $1,687,255.09 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-82-2024 for IDOT sidewalk indemnification (5-0)
• Adopted proclamation honoring Hlavacek Florist 100th anniversary (voice vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to approve minutes from the October 14 meeting, hear a community development report, and review a continued case for park improvements at 225 Sheridan Road. No new zoning decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Continued case: 225 Sheridan Road - Centennial Park & Beach improvements, including special use permit and zoning variations for fences, walls, and steep slope exceptions

General

The Winnetka Zoning Administrator will meet on November 6, 2024, to review a zoning variation request for 331 Sheridan Road. The applicant seeks approval to reduce the required corner yard setback from the private road easement along the north property line. Public comment is permitted in person or via email/letter.

• Case No. 24-25-ZA — 331 Sheridan Road: zoning variation for reduced corner yard setback from private road easement

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Historic Preservation Commission will review two demolition permit applications for properties at 905 Elm Street and 933 Green Bay Road, and consider a Historic and Architectural Impact Study for a maximum building size bonus at 520 Oak Street. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, discussion of monthly communications, and a quorum check for the December meeting.

• Demolition permit review: 905 Elm Street (single-family residence)
• Demolition permit review: 933 Green Bay Road (commercial building)
• HAIS review for 520 Oak Street (maximum building size bonus application)
• Approval of September 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on monthly communications for HPC

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved demolition permits for two properties: a single-family residence at 905 Elm Street and a commercial building at 933 Green Bay Road. The Commission also approved a maximum building size bonus for 520 Oak Street, identifying four critical architectural features to preserve. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved demolition permit for 905 Elm Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition permit for 933 Green Bay Road without HAIS requirement (5-0)
• Approved maximum building size bonus for 520 Oak Street with four critical features identified (4-0)
• Approved September 16, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Village Council

The Village Council is holding a budget review meeting to discuss the 2024 budget and the 2023 tax levy. The agenda includes department-by-department reviews, with specific attention to funds such as the Business District Revitalization Fund, Stormwater, Refuse, Fleet, Sanitary Sewer, Electric, and Water. Public comments are scheduled, but no votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• 2023 tax levy discussion
• Police Department budget review (pages 75-102)
• Fire Department budget review (pages 103-131)
• Business District Revitalization Fund (pages 201-207)
• Electric Fund (pages 208-267) and Water Fund (pages 268-307) reviews

The Village Council held a budget review meeting for FY 2025, receiving presentations from all departments. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion and review. Council discussed the proposed 3.4% property tax levy increase and a proposed 1% home rule sales tax, with some trustees suggesting further analysis and a reduction to the levy.

• No formal decisions made; budget review only
• Discussed proposed 3.4% property tax levy increase
• Discussed proposed 1% home rule sales tax
• Suggested further analysis of home rule sales tax
• Suggested reduction to property tax levy

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to consider adopting proposed changes to its rules and regulations, and to discuss a lateral recruitment call for patrol officer positions. The board will also review conditional offers of employment for patrol officers, likely in closed session. Public comments and approval of prior minutes are also on the agenda.

• Adoption of proposed changes to Board rules and regulations
• Patrol Officer Village Employee Lateral Recruitment Call for Examination
• Patrol Officer Conditional Offers of Employment
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2024

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners adopted revised Rules and Regulations and directed staff to post them for 10 days before they take effect. It also called an examination for lateral patrol officer recruitment starting on or about November 11, 2024. A conditional job offer was extended to Kenneth Harvey for patrol officer, pending post-offer exams. All votes were 2-0, with Chairperson Benson absent.

• Adopted revised Board Rules and Regulations (2-0)
• Called lateral patrol officer examination starting Nov 11, 2024 (2-0)
• Extended conditional patrol officer offer to Kenneth Harvey (2-0)
• Postponed approval of Oct 17, 2024 minutes to next meeting

Police Pension Board

The Winnetka Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, bills, and investment reports. They will also review and possibly approve several policies and items, such as a revised cash management policy, fiduciary liability insurance renewal, and a legal engagement letter. The board will also discuss retirement applications, including a QILDRO for Jeremy Walton, and consider reporting terminated members with contributions to the Illinois State Treasurer.

• Review/Approve – Revised Cash Management Policy
• Review/Approve – Fiduciary Liability Insurance Renewal
• Discussion/Possible Action – Lauterbach and Amen LLP Engagement Letter
• Applications for Retirement/Disability Benefits – QILDRO – Jeremy Walton
• Review/Approve – Tax Levy Request Letter

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a request from Grace Presbyterian Church of the North Shore to consolidate two lots at 440 Ridge Avenue and 760 Cherry Street, obtain a special use permit for the oversized corner lot, and amend an existing permit to allow building additions and a parking lot. The Village Council has final jurisdiction. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes, public comments, and a community development report.

• Case No. 24-14-SU: Final Plat of Subdivision to consolidate 440 Ridge Avenue and 760 Cherry Street into one lot
• Special Use Permit for lot consolidation exceeding minimum size and width requirements in R-5 district
• Amendment to existing Special Use Permit for church additions and parking lot
• Approval of May 22, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Quorum check for November 20, 2024 meeting

The Winnetka Plan Commission voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for Grace Presbyterian Church's proposal to consolidate two lots and build additions, citing concerns about scale, parking, and landscaping. The matter will be reconsidered at the December 18, 2024 meeting. The Commission also approved the May 22, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved May 22, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Continued Case No. 24-14-SU (Grace Presbyterian Church) to December 18, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from the October 9 meeting, review proposed updates to its rules and regulations, and consider conditional employment offers for patrol officers. The meeting is procedural with no substantive decisions listed.

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners held a special meeting and approved a conditional offer of employment to Mahamadou Traore for a patrol officer position, subject to post-offer exams. The board also discussed a proposed rule change to lower the minimum age for police officer applicants from 21 to 20, with adoption expected at the next meeting. Minutes from the October 9 meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes of October 9, 2024 special meeting (voice vote)
• Extended conditional offer of employment to Mahamadou Traore for patrol officer (2-0, Myers absent)
• Authorized Chairperson to sign Certificate of Appointment upon candidate's acceptance and exam completion (2-0, Myers absent)
• Adjourned to closed session for personnel discussion (2-0, Myers absent)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to approve minutes from the September 19 meeting and review two new applications: a sign permit and minor storefront changes at 946 Green Bay Road, and a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new commercial building at 933 Green Bay Road. The board will also hold a quorum check for the November 21 meeting.

• Case No. 24-16-DR: Sign permit and storefront changes at 946 Green Bay Road
• Case No. 24-24-V2: Certificate of Appropriateness for new commercial building at 933 Green Bay Road

Planned Development Commission

The Planned Development Commission's regular monthly meeting scheduled for October 16, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting to approve several resolutions, including contracts for electrical services at the pump station, consulting services, and a streetscape study, as well as a grant agreement. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes and warrant list approval, and notes upcoming meetings and a cancellation.

• Resolution R-77-2024: Waive bidding and contract with Okeh Electric Company for electrical services at Winnetka Pump Station
• Resolution R-80-2024: Agreement with Ankura Consulting Group, LLC for consulting services
• Resolution R-76-2024: Agreement with Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc. for Hubbard Woods Streetscape Phase I Study
• Resolution R-78-2024: Grant agreement with Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
• Resolution R-75-2024: Adopt Cook County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Winnetka Village Council approved a grant agreement with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for $7 million in stormwater management funding, with the remaining $5 million expected next year. The Council also adopted a resolution for a Hubbard Woods Streetscape Phase 1 study and approved the consent agenda, including a $618,317.70 warrant list and several other resolutions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution R-78-2024: Grant agreement with Illinois DCEO for $7M stormwater funding (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-76-2024: Contract with Gewalt Hamilton Associates for Hubbard Woods Streetscape Phase 1 study (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, warrant list of $618,317.70, and resolutions R-75-2024, R-77-2024, R-80-2024 (6-0)
• Moved to Closed Session to review closed session minutes and personnel matters (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals meets to review two new zoning cases: one for park improvements at Centennial Park & Beach and another for a second-floor addition at 595 Elm Street. The board also follows standard procedural steps including approving minutes and hearing public comments.

• Case No. 24-08-SU: Special Use Permit for 225 Sheridan Road park/beach improvements, including fence/wall height variations and steep slope exceptions
• Case No. 24-20-V2: Variation request for 595 Elm Street second-floor addition with reduced side yard setback

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended approval of a variation for a second-floor addition at 595 Elm Street, which encroaches on the side yard setback. The Board also continued the public hearing for the Centennial Park & Beach special use permit to November 11, 2024, to allow for additional information. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2024 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of variation for 595 Elm Street addition (7-0)
• Continued Centennial Park & Beach special use permit hearing to November 11, 2024 (7-0)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine business, including public comments, approving minutes from September 19, 2024, and discussing new business. The main actionable item is considering conditional offers of employment for patrol officer positions, likely in closed session.

• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024
• Patrol Officer Conditional Offers of Employment

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve past minutes, receive updates on the Friends of the Green Bay Trail pilot program and the upcoming Winneta Future Energy Forum, and discuss new initiatives like the EV Readiness Program and a SolSmart follow-up. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Friends of the Green Bay Trail Pilot Program Update
• Winneta Future Energy Forum scheduled for October 22, 2024
• EV Readiness Program discussion
• SolSmart Check-In/Follow-Up

The Environmental and Forestry Commission approved the August special meeting minutes and the September communications as amended. They discussed updates on the Green Bay Trail pilot program, the upcoming Future Energy Forum, and the EV Readiness Program. Commissioner Andrew presented preliminary findings on residential solar and battery storage, with a full presentation planned for November.

• Approved August special meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved September Communications as amended (voice vote, all aye)

Village Council

The Village of Winnetka Village Council study session scheduled for October 8, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Village Hall has been canceled. All agenda materials are available online or in person, but no decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Winnetka Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for October 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Council Chambers has been canceled. No official business will be conducted at this meeting.

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a regular meeting with public comments, reports, and presentations. Key items include a presentation on the Green Bay Trail Restoration Initiative and approval of consent agenda items, including contracts for rooftop A/C replacement and water plant pump controls upgrade.

• Review of Green Bay Trail Restoration Initiative by Environmental & Forestry Commission
• Resolution R-72-2024: Appointing Director and Alternate Directors to Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County
• Resolution R-73-2024: Contract with Ceper Heating and Cooling Inc. for rooftop A/C unit replacement
• Resolution R-74-2024: Waiving bidding and approving agreement with Metropolitan Industries, Inc. for water plant high lift pump controls upgrade
• Approval of warrant list dated August 26-September 6, 2024

The Winnetka Village Council approved the consent agenda, which included the warrant list of $3,020,530.50 and several resolutions, by a unanimous roll call vote (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and a presentation on the Green Bay Trail restoration project, but no action was taken on it.

• Approved consent agenda including warrant list of $3,020,530.50 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-72-2024 appointing director and alternate to Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-73-2024 contract with Ceper Heating and Cooling for rooftop A/C replacement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-74-2024 waiving bidding for Metropolitan Industries water plant pump controls upgrade (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission’s regular monthly meeting scheduled for September 25, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Council Chambers has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals special meeting scheduled for September 24, 2024, is cancelled. The only item on the agenda, Case No. 24-08-SU regarding Centennial Park & Beach Improvements at 225 Sheridan Road, will now be considered at the regular meeting on October 14, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancelled for September 24, 2024
• Case No. 24-08-SU: 225 Sheridan Road - Centennial Park & Beach Improvements rescheduled to October 14, 2024
• New meeting location: Village Hall Council Chambers, 510 Green Bay Road

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Winnetka Foreign Fire Insurance Board will hold a rescheduled regular meeting to review meeting minutes, the treasurer's report, and pending purchases. The board will also discuss new business items including a day room remodel, painting, mattresses, and equipment purchases. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Review of March meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Recurring purchases: coffee/tea/creamer, kitchen fund, training water/Costco membership, Xfinity
• New business: day room remodel, paint second floor, bunk room mattresses, front desk chair, ring cutter, cleaning cart, drone battery

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire and Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting with a light agenda. After public comments and approval of the previous meeting's minutes, the board will discuss new business and then enter a closed session. Under other business, they will consider conditional offers of employment for patrol officer positions.

• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024
• Closed session
• Patrol Officer Conditional Offers of Employment

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider a continued application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for additions and site improvements at Grace Presbyterian Church (440 Ridge Avenue), which has final jurisdiction with the Village Council. The board will also review a new sign permit application for an externally illuminated wall sign at 924 Green Bay Road (Spirit Elephant). Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Continued Case No. 24-14-SU: Grace Presbyterian Church of the North Shore (440 Ridge Avenue) — Certificate of Appropriateness for additions and site improvements
• New Case No. 24-15-DR: 924 Green Bay Road (Spirit Elephant) — Sign permit for externally illuminated wall sign on Green Bay Road frontage
• Approval of August 15, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Quorum check for October 17, 2024, regular meeting

The Design Review Board unanimously recommended approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Grace Presbyterian Church additions and site improvements, subject to using the Option 2 design for the new entry façade. The board also approved a sign permit for Spirit Elephant at 924 Green Bay Road, conditioned on centering the sign over the door. Both votes were 5-0.

• Approved sign permit for Spirit Elephant at 924 Green Bay Road, conditioned on centering sign over door (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Certificate of Appropriateness for Grace Presbyterian Church additions, with Option 2 entry façade (5-0)

Planned Development Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Planned Development Commission scheduled for September 18, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including rejecting all bids for pad mount transformers and awarding a contract to Resco, approving a contract with United Door & Dock LLC for gate and operator replacement, and authorizing the disposal of surplus village property. The agenda also includes a proclamation for the North Shore Art League's 100th anniversary and standard procedural items.

• Resolution R-70-2024: Reject all bids, waive bidding, award contract to Resco for ten 100 KVA pad mount transformers
• Resolution R-71-2024: Approve contract with United Door & Dock LLC for gates and operator replacement
• Ordinance M-11-2024: Authorize disposition of surplus personal property
• Proclamation: North Shore Art League 100th Anniversary
• Approval of warrant list dated August 12-23, 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review a demolition permit application for the single-family residence at 664 Lincoln Avenue, along with routine items like approving prior minutes and discussing monthly communications. Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Review of demolition permit application Case No. 24-15-HPC for 664 Lincoln Avenue
• Approval of August 5, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of monthly communications for the commission
• Quorum check for October 7, 2024 regular meeting

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Winnetka Fire Fighters Foreign Fire Insurance Board cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for September 16, 2024, due to board member unavailability. A rescheduled regular meeting will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 7:30am at the Fire Department, 428 Green Bay Road. The agenda contains no substantive items, only the notice of cancellation and rescheduling.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to unavailability of board members
• Rescheduled meeting set for September 19, 2024 at 7:30am
• Meeting location: Fire Department, 428 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, IL

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Winnetka Environmental & Forestry Commission scheduled for September 11, 2024, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a study session to receive an update from the East Side Stormwater Evaluation Council. The meeting includes public comments and a closed session before adjournment.

The Winnetka Village Council held a study session on September 10, 2024, to discuss the East Side Stormwater Evaluation, focusing on flooding reduction in eastern Winnetka. No formal decisions or votes were made; the session was informational, with presentations from staff and consultants. Public comments addressed lakefront concerns, helipads, Park District beach applications, and school soil restoration.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the study session

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting with a routine agenda: call to order, public comments, approval of minutes from August 29, 2024, new business, a closed session, other business, and adjournment. No specific decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from August 29, 2024
• Closed session (no details provided)

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners held a special meeting with no public comment or new business. They approved the minutes from the August 29, 2024 special meeting, with Commissioner Myers abstaining. The board then voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss personnel and employment matters, returning after nearly two hours before adjourning.

• Approved August 29, 2024 special meeting minutes (voice vote; Myers abstained)
• Moved to closed session for personnel discussion (3-0 roll call)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on September 9, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Village Hall Council Chambers. The main item is a public hearing on Case No. 24-19-V, a request for a variation to build a second-floor dormer addition at 545 Maple Street, which would exceed the maximum permitted gross floor area. The board has final jurisdiction on this request. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, a community development report, and quorum checks for future meetings.

• Case No. 24-19-V: 545 Maple Street — variation for second-floor dormer addition exceeding gross floor area limits
• Approval of August 12, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Community Development Report
• Quorum check for September 24, 2024, special meeting
• Quorum check for October 14, 2024, regular meeting

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variation for a second-floor dormer addition at 545 Maple Street, allowing the gross floor area to exceed the maximum by 71 square feet. The board also approved the August 12, 2024 meeting minutes and noted that a September 24 special meeting was canceled.

• Approved variation for dormer addition at 545 Maple Street (7-0)
• Approved August 12, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:22 p.m. (7-0)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a regular meeting with several consent agenda items, including adoption of updated building codes, a transformer purchase contract, and a professional services agreement for a sewer project. The main item for discussion is a proposed zoning variation to allow a new single-family residence at 473 Sheridan Road. The meeting also includes a presentation on the annual financial report and a request to approve a memorial flag planting.

• Ordinance MC-08-2024 adopting updated ICC and NFPA codes
• Resolution R-66-2024 awarding contract to Resco for a 2000 KVA pad mount transformer
• Resolution R-67-2024 approving Strand Associates for Ravines Forcemain design
• Resolution R-69-2024 approving change order for Crow Island stormwater project
• Ordinance M-10-2024 for zoning variation at 473 Sheridan Road

The Winnetka Village Council approved a zoning variation to allow construction of a new single-family residence at 473 Sheridan Road, demolishing the main portion of the existing home while keeping the garage. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included warrants totaling over $5.6 million, adoption of updated building codes, and several resolutions for contracts and agreements. Additionally, the council approved the annual September 11 Memorial Flag Planting on the Village Green.

• Approved zoning variation for new single-family residence at 473 Sheridan Road (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling $5,698,963.79
• Adopted Ordinance MC-08-2024 updating ICC and NFPA codes
• Adopted Resolution R-66-2024 rejecting bids and awarding transformer purchase to Resco
• Adopted Resolution R-67-2024 approving Strand Associates for Ravines Forcemain design
• Adopted Resolution R-68-2024 for Fire Department Regional Training Officer agreement
• Adopted Resolution R-69-2024 approving change order for Crow Island project
• Approved September 11 Memorial Flag Planting on Village Green

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is meeting to consider approving a final eligibility list for patrol officer positions, which would determine the pool of candidates eligible for hiring. The agenda also includes public comments, approval of minutes from three prior meetings, and a closed session.

• Approval of Patrol Officer Final Eligibility List
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2, and 5, 2024 meetings
• Closed session

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission's regular monthly meeting scheduled for August 28, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Planned Development Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Planned Development Commission scheduled for August 21, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted. Public comment procedures and accessibility accommodations are noted for future meetings.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Public comment via email or letter
• ADA accommodations available

Village Council

The regular Village Council meeting scheduled for August 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice for August 20, 2024

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to review several applications for certificates of appropriateness and a sign permit. The board will also consider continuing a church project to a later meeting and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Case No. 24-14-SU: Grace Presbyterian Church (440 Ridge Avenue) – request to continue to September 19, 2024
• Case No. 24-13-DR: 103 High Street – fence replacement and landscape alterations
• Case No. 24-14-DR: 894 Green Bay Road (Hewn Bakery) – projecting blade sign permit
• Approval of July 18, 2024, regular meeting minutes

Zoning Administrator

The Winnetka Zoning Administrator is meeting to consider one new application: a request for a zoning variation at 635 Rosewood Avenue to build a front-facing attached garage wider than the 22-foot maximum. The applicant proposes a 27.27-foot-wide garage addition along the street frontage. The Zoning Administrator has final jurisdiction on this request. Public comment is permitted on this item.

• Case No. 24-18-ZA: 635 Rosewood Avenue – zoning variation to exceed 22-foot max front garage width, proposed 27.27 feet
• Public comment accepted via email or letter before the meeting

Firefighters Pension Board

The Winnetka Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine pension fund business, including approving minutes, bills, and investment reports. They will also discuss and possibly take action on a disability conversion calculation for Adam Kolka, review the actuarial valuation, and elect board officers.

• Discussion/Possible Action – Adam Kolka Conversion Calculation
• Annual Independent Medical Examination – Adam Kolka
• Review/Approve Tax Levy Request Letter
• Board Officer Elections – President and Secretary
• Review/Adopt Municipal Compliance Report

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Environmental & Forestry Commission scheduled for August 14, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Village Council

The Village Council study session scheduled for August 13, 2024, at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes from a June special meeting and review a new case requesting a front-yard setback variation for a single-family residence at 473 Sheridan Road. The board will also receive a community development report and prepare for a quorum check ahead of the September 9 meeting.

• Case No. 24-17-V2: 473 Sheridan Road — front-yard setback variation for new single-family residence

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals voted 4-0 to recommend approval of a variation to allow construction of a new single-family residence at 473 Sheridan Road with a reduced front yard setback from the west property line. The recommendation will go to the Village Council, which has final jurisdiction. The board also approved the June 11, 2024 special meeting minutes and discussed scheduling for a September 9 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Case No. 24-17-V2: variation for reduced front yard setback at 473 Sheridan Road (4-0)
• Approved June 11, 2024 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:38 p.m. (4-0)

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural, including approval of the July 10, 2024 minutes and receiving updates on the Friends of the Green Bay Trail and commissioners' initiatives. Public comments and an open forum are also scheduled.

• Approval of July 10, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Update from Friends of the Green Bay Trail
• Commissioners' initiatives update
• Public comments and open forum

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving minutes, a warrant list, and multiple resolutions. Key actions include adopting updated international and fire codes, awarding a contract for a sanitary sewer evaluation study, and approving agreements for emergency dispatch equipment and utility easements. The council will also review the special use process.

• Resolution R-62-2024: Intergovernmental agreement with Regional Emergency Dispatch Center for public safety communications equipment
• Resolution R-63-2024: Contract with Wesco Distribution, Inc. for 15kV underground cable purchase
• Resolution R-64-2024: Easement agreement for utilities at 1321 Willow Road (Duke Childs Field)
• Ordinance MC-08-2024: Adoption of International Code Council and NFPA codes
• Resolution R-65-2024: Awarding contract for sanitary sewer evaluation study

The Winnetka Village Council approved a consent agenda including a $2.73M warrant list and several resolutions, and adopted a contract for a sanitary sewer evaluation study. They also introduced an ordinance to adopt updated building and fire codes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including warrant list of $2,730,250.00 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-62-2024 for emergency dispatch equipment agreement (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-63-2024 for Wesco Distribution cable purchase (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-64-2024 for utility easement at 1321 Willow Road (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance MC-08-2024 to adopt updated ICC and NFPA codes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution R-65-2024 for sanitary sewer evaluation study (4-0)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to handle routine business, including public comments, approving minutes, and a closed session. The only substantive item is consideration of conditional offers of employment for firemedic positions. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Firemedic conditional offers of employment

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Historic Preservation Commission will review demolition permit applications for three single-family residences, consider a Historic and Architectural Impact Study for a bonus application, and provide advisory reviews for alterations to two local landmarks. Public comments are permitted on all agenda items.

• Demolition permit review for 889 Cherry Street (Case 24-11-HPC)
• Demolition permit review for 760 Cherry Street (Case 24-12-HPC)
• Demolition permit review for 752 Sunset Road (Case 24-13-HPC)
• HAIS review for 595 Elm Street (Case 24-04-HPC)
• Advisory review of alterations to 1345 Trapp Lane and 790 Bryant Avenue

The Historic Preservation Commission approved demolition permits for 889 Cherry Street and 752 Sunset Road without delay, and required a Historic and Architectural Impact Study (HAIS) for 760 Cherry Street before demolition. The Commission also approved the HAIS for 595 Elm Street, granting a 20% maximum building size bonus, and gave advisory approval for alterations to landmarks at 1345 Trapp Lane and 790 Bryant Avenue. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved demolition permit for 889 Cherry Street (4-0)
• Required HAIS for 760 Cherry Street before demolition permit (4-0)
• Approved demolition permit for 752 Sunset Road without delay (4-0)
• Found HAIS complete for 595 Elm Street (4-0)
• Granted 20% maximum building size bonus for 595 Elm Street (4-0)
• Advisory approval for alterations at 1345 Trapp Lane (4-0)
• Advisory approval for alterations at 790 Bryant Avenue (4-0)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting with a standard agenda: call to order, public comments, approval of minutes, new business, closed session, other business, and adjournment. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

• Special meeting scheduled for August 2, 2024 at 4:00 PM
• Closed session is on the agenda
• Public comments are invited

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners held a special meeting on August 2, 2024, but took no substantive public action. The board unanimously voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel and employment matters, then adjourned without any public decisions or new business.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel discussion (3-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the special meeting (voice vote)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider adopting proposed changes to its rules and regulations. The board will also hear public comments, approve minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting, and may enter a closed session. This is a routine administrative meeting with one substantive action item.

• Adoption of proposed changes to Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Rules and Regulations
• Approval of minutes from June 26, 2024 meeting
• Public comments period
• Closed session (possible)

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners unanimously approved revised Rules and Regulations, directing staff to post them for 10 days before they take effect. The board also approved the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes and held a closed session to discuss personnel matters. No public comments were made.

• Adopted revised Board Rules and Regulations (3-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Moved to closed session for personnel discussion (3-0)

Police Pension Board

The Winnetka Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, bills, and investment reports. Key items include reviewing and approving the actuarial valuation and tax levy request, adopting the municipal compliance report, and electing board officers. The board will also discuss a vacant appointed member position and other administrative matters.

• Review/Approve – Actuarial Valuation and Tax Levy Request
• Review/Adopt – Municipal Compliance Report
• Board Officer Elections – President, Vice President, Secretary and Assistant Secretary
• Discussion on Secure Communications and File Sharing
• Appointed Member Term Expiration – Fuad Khadder

Plan Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Winnetka Plan Commission scheduled for July 24, 2024, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board will meet on July 18, 2024, to review continued and new applications for sign permits and building improvements. The board will also approve minutes from the June 20 meeting and allow public comment.

• Case No. 24-09-DR: Sign permit for new freestanding sign at Greeley Elementary School (275 Fairview Avenue)
• Case No. 24-14-SU: Certificate of Appropriateness for additions and site improvements at Grace Presbyterian Church (440 Ridge Avenue)
• Case No. 24-11-DR: Sign and awning permits for Smith's Men's Store (839-841 Elm Street)
• Case No. 24-12-DR: Sign permit for Pelvio (894 Green Bay Road Unit #3)

Planned Development Commission

The Village of Winnetka Planned Development Commission's regular monthly meeting scheduled for July 17, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Regular monthly meeting of the Planned Development Commission cancelled for July 17, 2024

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including renaming the Landmark Preservation Commission, amending Class P liquor license regulations, and approving purchases for masonry repairs and mobile column lifts. The agenda also includes approval of consent items such as minutes, warrant lists, and a police camera grant agreement.

• Resolution R-60-2024: Agreement with Berglund Construction for masonry repairs to the Electric Plant
• Resolution R-61-2024: Ratifying grant agreement for Police Department cameras
• Ordinance MC-06-2024: Renaming the Landmark Preservation Commission
• Ordinance MC-07-2024: Amending Class P liquor license regulations
• Resolution R-59-2024: Purchase of mobile column lifts from Safetylane Automotive Equipment

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Environmental and Forestry Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the IMEA contract renewal, right-of-way native landscaping, and a presentation on residential solar installations. The agenda also includes approval of the May 8, 2024 minutes and public comments.

• Presentation on residential solar installations
• Update on Village Council May 14, 2024 study session on IMEA contract renewal
• Right-of-way native landscaping update
• Approval of May 8, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Environmental and Forestry Commission approved the May regular meeting minutes and the August communications items as amended. They also heard a presentation on residential solar installations from Certasun and discussed native landscaping and the Green Bay Trail project. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved May regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved August communications items as amended (voice vote, all aye)
• Approved Chair Hanley's remote participation (no objections)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a study session to discuss three items: an update on the Post Office Plaza project, next steps for the IMEA power supply contract, and a discussion on council terms of office. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Post Office Plaza - Village President update
• IMEA Power Supply Contract Review - next steps
• Village Council Terms of Office discussion

The Winnetka Village Council held a study session with no formal votes. They discussed the Post Office Plaza project, reviewed the IMEA power supply contract, and considered changes to elected officials' terms of office. No decisions were made.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during study session
• Discussed Post Office Plaza development and demolition
• Reviewed IMEA power supply contract next steps
• Discussed potential changes to Village Council terms of office

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular monthly meeting of the Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for July 8, 2024, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Village Council

The Village Council regular meeting scheduled for July 2, 2024, at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting. The agenda consists solely of this cancellation notice.

• Regular meeting cancelled for July 2, 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Landmark Preservation Commission scheduled for July 1, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Plan Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Plan Commission scheduled for June 26, 2024, has been cancelled. No other business is listed on the agenda.

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to address new business. The agenda includes the approval of a final eligibility list for firemedics and a review of proposed changes to the Board's rules and regulations.

• Approval of Firemedic Final Eligibility List
• Review of proposed changes to Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Rules and Regulations

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to approve minutes from the May 16 meeting, review three new applications for sign and construction permits, and conduct a quorum check for the July 18 meeting. Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Case No. 24-09-DR: Sign permit for new freestanding sign at Greeley Elementary School (275 Fairview Avenue)
• Case No. 24-10-DR: Certificate of Appropriateness for brick seating replacement at Village Green Park playground (525 Maple Street)
• Case No. 24-14-SU: Certificate of Appropriateness for additions and site improvements at Grace Presbyterian Church (440 Ridge Avenue) — Village Council has final jurisdiction

Planned Development Commission

The Village of Winnetka Planned Development Commission's regular monthly meeting scheduled for June 19, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Regular monthly meeting of June 19, 2024 cancelled

Historic Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission reviewed the Historic and Architectural Impact Study (HAIS) for the demolition of the single-family residence at 445 Sheridan Road. The Commission unanimously found the HAIS complete and then voted to delay demolition for up to 270 days (until after November 1, 2024) to explore alternatives, though the property owner stated he would not consider other options. No motion was made to issue the demolition permit without delay. Commissioner Laura Good resigned at the end of the meeting.

• Found HAIS for 445 Sheridan Road complete (5-0)
• Delayed demolition of 445 Sheridan Road for up to 270 days, until after Nov 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Recognized Commissioner Laura Good's contributions (4-1, Good dissenting)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a study session to discuss Hubbard Woods Streetscape Design Concepts. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Hubbard Woods Streetscape Design Concepts Review

The Village Council reviewed two streetscape design concepts for the Hubbard Woods business district, prepared by Teska Associates with community input. Council directed staff to conduct a traffic study and asked Teska to incorporate Council feedback into the design plans. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a study session.

• Directed staff to conduct a traffic study for Hubbard Woods
• Asked Teska Associates to incorporate Council feedback into streetscape design plans

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to consider a request for an amended special use permit and zoning variations for playground improvements at the Winnetka Public School Nursery, 1155 Oak Street. The board will also approve minutes from the May 13 meeting and receive a community development report. Public comment is allowed on all agenda items.

• Case No. 24-13-SU: amendment to special use permit and variations for playground improvements at 1155 Oak Street
• Variations requested: exceed roofed lot coverage, reduce front yard setback from Oak Street, exceed shed height limit
• Village Council has final jurisdiction on the case
• Approval of May 13, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Quorum check for July 8, 2024 regular meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will consider an amendment to a special use permit and variations for playground improvements at the Winnetka Public School Nursery at 1155 Oak Street. The requested variations would exceed roofed lot coverage, reduce the front yard setback from Oak Street, and exceed the maximum shed height. The Village Council has final jurisdiction on this request.

• Case No. 24-13-SU: 1155 Oak Street - amendment to special use permit and variations for playground improvements
• Variation to exceed maximum permitted roofed lot coverage
• Variation to allow less than minimum front yard setback from Oak Street
• Variation to exceed maximum permitted height for sheds
• Approval of May 13, 2024, regular meeting minutes

Village Council

The Village Council will introduce two ordinances granting special use permits: one for a financial counseling office at 565 Lincoln Avenue and one for a Chase Bank planned development at 791 Elm Street, including zoning exceptions and a preliminary plat of consolidation. A development agreement for 791 Elm Street will be discussed. The meeting also includes approval of consent agenda items such as minutes, a warrant list, and an outdoor seating permit.

• Ordinance M-07-2024: Special use permit for financial counseling office at 565 Lincoln Avenue (introduction)
• Ordinance M-08-2024: Preliminary approval of planned development, zoning exceptions, special use for ground floor parking, and preliminary plat of consolidation at 791 Elm Street (Chase Bank) (introduction)
• Resolution R-54-2024: Development agreement for 791 Elm Street (discussion)
• Approval of warrant list dated May 3-16, 2024
• Approval of annual outdoor seating area permit

Historic Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission will review demolition permit applications for two single-family residences, an advisory review of alterations to a designated landmark, and discuss communications and preservation awards. Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Case 24-09-LPC: demolition permit review for 338 Linden Street
• Case 23-21-LPC: Historic and Architectural Impact Study for 445 Sheridan Road
• Case 24-10-LPC: advisory review of alterations to landmark at 790 Bryant Avenue
• Approval of May 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2024 Preservation Awards nominations

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission approved a demolition permit for the single-family residence at 338 Linden Street (Case No. 24-09-LPC) by a unanimous 4-0 vote, based on the Historical Society's finding that the home lacks architectural or historical significance. The Commission continued the hearing for the demolition permit and HAIS for 445 Sheridan Road (Case No. 23-21-LPC) to a special meeting on June 17, 2024, because the HAIS author was not present and members deemed the report incomplete. The Commission also continued the advisory review of alterations to the landmark at 790 Bryant Avenue to the July 1, 2024 meeting, and recommended a preservation award for 1180 Oakley (rehabilitation) while denying one for 870 Locust Road (new construction).

• Approved demolition permit for 338 Linden Street (4-0)
• Continued 445 Sheridan Road demolition/HAIS hearing to June 17, 2024 (4-0)
• Continued 790 Bryant Avenue alterations review to July 1, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved monthly communications language (4-0)
• Recommended preservation award for 1180 Oakley (rehabilitation) (4-0)
• Denied preservation award for 870 Locust Road (new construction) (1-3)

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission will consider an amendment to an existing special use permit and variations for the Winnetka Public School Nursery at 1155 Oak Street, allowing playground improvements. The Village Council has final jurisdiction. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.

• Case No. 24-13-SU: amendment to special use permit for playground improvements at 1155 Oak Street
• Approval of April 3, 2024 special meeting minutes
• Public comments on all agenda items
• Community Development Report
• Quorum check for June 26, 2024 regular meeting

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting to consider a proposed ordinance that would increase the Village Manager's purchasing authority for purchase orders, contracts, and change orders. The consent agenda includes several routine items such as approving a warrant list, designating a landmark, and adopting agreements for solid waste, mutual aid, a lease, and a contract for wet well cleaning.

• Ordinance MC-05-2024: Increase Village Manager's purchasing authority
• Ordinance M-04-2024: Designate 1207 Whitebridge Hill Road as Certified Landmark
• Ordinance M-06-2024: Approve amendments to Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County agreement
• Resolution R-52-2024: Third amendment to lease with US Postal Service
• Resolution R-53-2024: Contract with Aqueous Infrastructure Management Co. for wet well cleaning and video inspection

The Village Council approved an ordinance increasing the Village Manager's purchasing authority from $25,000 to $50,000 and the Finance Director's delegation authority from $10,000 to $20,000. The consent agenda was approved, including a $1.9 million warrant list, a landmark designation, and several resolutions. The meeting adjourned to closed session to discuss closed session minutes.

• Adopted Ordinance MC-05-2024 increasing Village Manager's purchasing authority to $50,000 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including warrant list of $1,949,084.62 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance M-04-2024 designating 1207 Whitebridge Hill Road as a Certified Landmark (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance M-06-2024 approving amendments to Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County agreement (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution R-51-2024 approving IPWMAN agreement (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution R-52-2024 approving third amendment to USPS lease (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution R-53-2024 approving contract with Aqueous Infrastructure Management Co. (consent agenda)

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Winnetka Foreign Fire Insurance Board approved several expenditures, including $10,000 for cancer screenings for 30 people, $4,000 for conference room cabinets, and smaller items like a pallet jack and front desk chair. The board also reviewed its financial balance of approximately $34,000 and set recurring charges for coffee, kitchen supplies, training water, and Xfinity. All votes were unanimous among present members.

• Approved $10,000 for cancer screening for 30 people (all in favor)
• Approved $4,000 for conference room remodel cabinets (all in favor)
• Approved $3,500 for miscellaneous dive gear (all in favor)
• Approved $750 for pallet jack (all in favor)
• Approved $650 for front desk chair (all in favor)
• Approved $450 for Identifire (all in favor)
• Approved $50 for FirePik (all in favor)
• Accepted March 2024 minutes (all in favor)

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider a continued sign permit application for 902 Green Bay Road and a new certificate of appropriateness request for playground improvements at The Skokie School. Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Case No. 24-08-DR: Sign permit for wall sign at 902 Green Bay Road (continued from April 18)
• Case No. 24-13-SU: Certificate of Appropriateness for playground improvements at 1155 Oak Street (Winnetka Public School Nursery)
• Approval of April 18, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Quorum check for June 20, 2024, regular meeting

The Design Review Board unanimously approved a sign permit for a wall sign at 902 Green Bay Road (Case 24-08-DR), continuing from April. The Board also unanimously recommended approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness for playground improvements at 1155 Oak Street (Case 24-13-SU), which will go to the Village Council for final jurisdiction. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:26 p.m.

• Approved sign permit for wall sign at 902 Green Bay Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Certificate of Appropriateness for playground improvements at 1155 Oak Street (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 18, 2024 meeting (6-0)

Firefighters Pension Board

The Winnetka Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet to handle routine pension fund business, including approving bills, reviewing investment reports, and discussing cash projections. The board will also vote on regular retirement benefits for Thomas Hutchison and address administrative items like banking resolutions and trustee training.

• Approve regular retirement benefits for Thomas Hutchison
• Review/approve banking resolution and letter of direction for Northern Trust sweep account
• Certify board election results for retired member position
• Presentation and approval of bills
• Discussion/possible action on cash projections and cash needs

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a study session to discuss the renewal of the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA) contract and provide policy direction. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The agenda also includes public comments and a closed session.

• Discussion of Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA) contract renewal
• Public comments period
• Closed session

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider two applications for zoning variations. The board has final jurisdiction on both requests, which involve proposed additions to residences at 680 Locust Street and 1108 Spruce Street. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes, a community development report, and public comments.

• Case 24-10-V: Variation to allow one-story addition exceeding max gross floor area at 680 Locust Street
• Case 24-12-V: Variations for second-floor addition and window openings at 1108 Spruce Street, including reduced side yard setback
• Approval of March 11, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Quorum check for June 10, 2024, regular meeting

Zoning Administrator

The Winnetka Zoning Administrator is meeting to consider a new application for zoning variations at 151 Meadow Lane. The request would allow an addition to an existing residence that exceeds the maximum permitted width for a front-facing attached garage and its garage doors. The Zoning Administrator has final jurisdiction on this request. Public comment is permitted on all agenda items.

• Case No. 24-11-ZA - 151 Meadow Lane: request for zoning variations to exceed maximum front-facing garage width and garage door width
• Public comment allowed on all agenda items; comments may be submitted by email or letter before the meeting

The Zoning Administrator approved Case No. 24-11-ZA, granting zoning variations for an addition to the residence at 151 Meadow Lane. The variations allow the front-facing attached garage to exceed maximum width limits for the garage and its doors. The decision was based on the architect's presentation and the administrator's finding that the request met the standards for variations.

• Approved zoning variations for garage addition at 151 Meadow Lane (Case No. 24-11-ZA)

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Environmental and Forestry Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes, an update on the Mayor's Monarch Pledge, and reports from committees and staff. No new business items are listed, and the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of April 10, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Update on Mayors' Monarch Pledge
• Public comments and open forum periods

The Winnetka Environmental and Forestry Commission approved the April meeting minutes unanimously. Members discussed the Mayor's Monarch Pledge commitments, planned communication items on recycling and compostables, and updates on solar initiatives, composting, and native plantings. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved April regular meeting minutes (6-0, Andrew absent)
• Approved June communications items on plastic recycling and compostables (unanimous voice vote)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will certify the April election results and administer the oath of office to three trustees. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including contracts for directional boring, a vehicle purchase, bulk rock salt, underground cable, and software licenses, as well as an ordinance amending the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County agreement. Additionally, the council will introduce ordinances to designate a landmark and amend a special use permit for playground improvements.

• Certification of election results and oath of office for trustees Apatoff, Dalman, and Handler
• Ordinance M-06-2024: Amendments to Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County agreement (introduction)
• Resolution R-46-2024: Change Order No. 2 with Maple Cable Construction for directional boring
• Resolution R-47-2024: Waive bidding, award contract to Bosak Ford for vehicle purchase
• Ordinance M-04-2024: Designate 1207 Whitebridge Hill Road as certified landmark (introduction)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission will review demolition permit applications for single-family residences at 636 Walden Road, 647 Garland Avenue, and 473 Sheridan Road. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 1 meeting, discuss monthly communications, and receive an update on the 2024 Preservation Awards.

• Demolition permit review: 636 Walden Road (Case 24-06-LPC)
• Demolition permit review: 647 Garland Avenue (Case 24-07-LPC)
• Demolition permit review: 473 Sheridan Road (Case 24-08-LPC)
• Approval of April 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• 2024 Preservation Awards update

The Landmark Preservation Commission unanimously approved demolition permits for three single-family residences at 636 Waldren Road, 647 Garland Avenue, and 473 Sheridan Road, all without delay. Each property was reviewed for historic significance, and the Commission determined that no Historic Architectural Impact Study (HAIS) was required for any of the three. The approvals were all 4-0 votes.

• Approved demolition permit for 636 Waldren Road without delay (4-0)
• Approved demolition permit for 647 Garland Avenue without delay (4-0)
• Approved demolition permit for 473 Sheridan Road without delay (4-0)
• Approved April 1, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners will hold its regular meeting at Village Hall. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approving past minutes and public comments, followed by a closed session. New business covers a call for examination of patrol officer entry-level recruitment and a recruitment update.

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners voted to call an examination for entry-level patrol officer positions, with applications due July 3, 2024, and a virtual written exam in August. They also removed three candidates from the patrol officer eligibility list and five from the firemedic list after background checks. The board approved the minutes of the March 18, 2024 meeting.

• Called examination for entry-level patrol officer (3-0)
• Removed David Sahakian, Christian Montesinos, Faizan Taj from patrol officer eligibility list (3-0)
• Removed Thomas Magna, Joshua Hobbs, Jeff LaPelusa, Justin Lewandowski, Kyle English from firemedic eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved minutes of March 18, 2024 special meeting (voice vote)

Police Pension Board

The Winnetka Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports, and certify election results for active and retired member positions. The board will also discuss a vacant appointed member position and updates on fiduciary liability insurance.

• Certify Board Election Results – Active and Retired Member Positions
• Vacant Appointed Member Position discussion
• Approval of bills and investment report from Verus Advisory, Inc.
• Updates on Fiduciary Liability Insurance Broker and Renewal Date
• Pension Insights (2nd Quarter 2024) from Ottosen DiNolfo

Plan Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Winnetka Plan Commission scheduled for April 24, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and standard public participation and accessibility information.

• Meeting cancellation notice for April 24, 2024

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on April 18, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The board will consider two new applications: a Certificate of Appropriateness for a patio replacement and expansion at Christ Church, and a Sign Permit for a wall sign at 902 Green Bay Road. They will also approve minutes from a March special meeting and check quorum for the May meeting.

• Case No. 24-07-DR: 458 Maple Street - Christ Church - Certificate of Appropriateness for brick patio replacement and expansion
• Case No. 24-08-DR: 902 Green Bay Road - Lunk + Hancy - Sign Permit for wall sign on Green Bay Road frontage
• Approval of March 20, 2024 Special Meeting Minutes
• Quorum check for May 16, 2024 Regular Meeting

The Design Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a brick patio replacement and expansion at 458 Maple Street (Christ Church) with a 4-0 vote. The board also voted 4-0 to continue the sign permit application for 902 Green Bay Road (Lunk + Hancy) to the next meeting, with discussion about color and a possible awning. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for patio expansion at 458 Maple Street (4-0)
• Continued sign permit application for 902 Green Bay Road to next meeting (4-0)

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Board of Fire & Police Commissioners meeting scheduled for April 18, 2024, has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions are listed; the notice only announces the cancellation.

• Meeting cancellation notice for April 18, 2024

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold its regular meeting on April 16, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Village Hall. The agenda includes routine procedural items, public comments, and presentations, but the most consequential actions are the adoption of several resolutions and ordinances, including contracts for facilities assessment, water filling station purchase, and sewer repairs, as well as a zoning text amendment for cellular antennas.

• Adoption of Resolution R-40-2024: $X professional services agreement with Studio GC, Inc. for facilities assessment study
• Adoption of Resolution R-41-2024: Purchase of bulk water filling station from Elemech, Inc.
• Adoption of Resolution R-45-2024: Ratification of sewer repairs at Chatfield Road and Locust Street with Dimeo Brothers, Inc.
• Introduction/Adoption of Ordinance M-03-2024: Special use permit for personal fitness facility at 847 Elm Street
• Zoning text amendment request by Dish Wireless for additional cellular antennas at 410 Green Bay Road (Public Safety Building) (Policy Direction)

The Winnetka Village Council approved a special use permit for Toned Yoga, a personal fitness facility, at 847 Elm Street in the C-2 commercial overlay district. The council also adopted several resolutions on the consent agenda, including a $2.6 million warrant list and contracts for a facilities assessment, bulk water filling station, and sewer repairs. Additionally, the council directed staff to negotiate a lease with Dish Wireless for additional cellular antennas and to prepare zoning amendments.

• Adopted Ordinance M-03-2024 granting special use permit for Toned Yoga at 847 Elm St (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,613,687.50 warrant list (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-40-2024 for facilities assessment with Studio GC, Inc.
• Adopted Resolution R-41-2024 for bulk water filling station contract with Elemech, Inc.
• Adopted Resolution R-42-2024 setting department head compensation effective Jan 1, 2024
• Adopted Resolution R-43-2024 changing Village Manager compensation
• Adopted Resolution R-44-2024 extending IT support agreement with Prescient Development, Inc.
• Adopted Resolution R-45-2024 ratifying emergency sewer repair contract with Dimeo Brothers, Inc.

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will convene a study session with no formal decisions or substantive agenda items. The meeting is procedural, including only routine items like public comments and a closed session.

The Winnetka Village Council held a study session on April 9, 2024, during which it received public comment and voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss specific personnel matters. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned immediately after the closed session.

• Approved motion to adjourn to closed session for personnel discussion (5-0, Handler absent)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular monthly meeting of the Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for April 8, 2024, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

General

The Winnetka Plan Commission will hold a special meeting to consider two special use permit applications: one to amend an existing permit for playground improvements at Hubbard Woods Elementary School, and another for a personal fitness facility (Toned Yoga) at 847 Elm Street. The commission will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive a community development report. Public comments are invited on all agenda items.

• Case No. 24-02-SU: Amendment to special use permit for playground improvements at 1110 Chatfield Road (Hubbard Woods Elementary School)
• Case No. 24-04-SU: Special use permit for Toned Yoga 2 LLC at 847 Elm Street to operate a personal fitness facility in C-2 district
• Approval of February 28, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Public comments on all agenda items

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a regular meeting to vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including the adoption of a development agreement for the One Winnetka project and a special use permit for a school playground. The agenda also includes consent agenda items such as an outdoor dining agreement and a demolition delay appeal, as well as a public hearing for a school addition.

• Ordinance M-02-2024: Special use permit and variations for playground improvements at Sacred Heart School, 1095 Gage Street
• Ordinance M-01-2024: Preliminary approval of planned development for One Winnetka at 511-515 Lincoln Avenue and 714-740 Elm Street
• Resolution R-35-2024: Development agreement for One Winnetka
• Resolution R-37-2024: Final plat of subdivision for 1112 and 1140 Willow Road
• Resolution R-36-2024: Public hearing and adoption for building addition at Crow Island School, 1112 Willow Road

The Council approved the One Winnetka mixed-use planned development at 511-515 Lincoln Avenue and 714-740 Elm Street, including a development agreement, and approved the Crow Island School addition with a condition eliminating after-hours parking on the southeast playground. It also approved a playground improvement at Sacred Heart School and other consent agenda items.

• Adopted Ordinance M-01-2024 for One Winnetka planned development (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-35-2024 approving development agreement for One Winnetka (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-36-2024 for Crow Island School addition, subject to removing after-hours parking references (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R-37-2024 approving final plat of subdivision for Crow Island School (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance M-02-2024 for Sacred Heart School playground improvements (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,000,219.02 warrant list and outdoor dining agreement with Tocco (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission unanimously recommended that the Village Council designate 1207 Whitebridge Hill Road as a local landmark, scoring it 88.8 in the 'Unique' category. The commission also approved a demolition permit without delay for 1155 Chatfield Road after finding the required Historic and Architectural Impact Study complete. Minutes from March 4 were approved as amended.

• Approved March 4, 2024 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Recommended landmark designation for 1207 Whitebridge Hill Road (5-0)
• Found HAIS for 1155 Chatfield Road complete (5-0)
• Approved demolition without delay for 1155 Chatfield Road (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

General

The Winnetka Zoning Administrator will consider two applications for zoning variations at this meeting. Both requests involve replacing existing nonconforming features with new ones that do not meet minimum setback requirements. The Administrator has final jurisdiction on these cases.

• Case No. 24-06-ZA: 159 Sheridan Road — zoning variation for tennis court replacement with reduced setbacks
• Case No. 24-07-ZA: 470 Sunset Road — zoning variation for front porch and second floor replacement with reduced setbacks

Plan Commission

The Village of Winnetka Plan Commission's regular monthly meeting scheduled for March 27, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice for March 27, 2024

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals regular meeting scheduled for March 21, 2024, is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is meeting to introduce ordinances for the One Winnetka planned development at 511-515 Lincoln Avenue and 714-740 Elm Street, including zoning exceptions and a development agreement. The council will also discuss an appeal of a 270-day demolition delay for 518 Elder, and consider consent agenda items including a contract extension with Asplundh Tree Expert LLC and a tractor purchase.

• Ordinance M-01-2024: Preliminary approval of planned development, zoning exceptions, special use for ground floor parking, and preliminary plat for One Winnetka (511-515 Lincoln Ave, 714-740 Elm St)
• Resolution R-35-2024: Development agreement for One Winnetka
• Resolution R-33-2024: Waive bidding and extend contract with Asplundh Tree Expert LLC for utility line clearance
• Resolution R-34-2024: Dispose of and purchase a public works tractor from Brown Equipment Company
• Appeal of Landmark Preservation Commission's 270-day demolition delay for 518 Elder

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to review three new applications: a Certificate of Appropriateness for condenser units at a church, a sign permit for the post office, and a Certificate of Appropriateness for playground improvements at an elementary school. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and check quorum for an upcoming regular meeting.

• Case 24-05-DR: 191 Linden Street - Saints Faith, Hope, and Charity Church - two condenser units on rooftop
• Case 24-06-DR: 586 Lincoln Avenue - USPS - wall sign on Lincoln Avenue frontage
• Case 24-02-SU: 1110 Chatfield Road - Hubbard Woods Elementary School - playground improvements (Village Council final jurisdiction)
• Approval of February 15, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Quorum check for April 18, 2024 regular meeting

Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

The Winnetka Board of Fire & Police Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes from November 2023 and discuss new business, including a call for examination for firemedic entry-level recruitment and a review of the fire recruitment process. The agenda also includes a closed session and other business items.

• Approval of minutes from November 6 and 7, 2023
• Call for examination for firemedic entry-level recruitment
• Fire recruitment process review
• Closed session

Foreign Fire Insurance Board

The Winnetka Foreign Fire Insurance Board will hold a regular meeting to review and accept the January meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. The board will also discuss a list of pending purchases, including recurring items like coffee and training water, and new business items such as a cancer screening, a pizza oven, and a rapid deployment rescue boat.

• Review of January meeting minutes and treasurer's report
• Pending purchases include recurring items (coffee/tea/creamer, kitchen fund, training water/Costco membership, Xfinity) and one-time items (charging mount, bunk room bed repairs, SPO2 monitor cables, Lexipol policy, water resistant linen bags, haul system hardware)
• New business includes duffle bags, cancer screening, live O2 system, hazmat equipment, pizza oven, day room remodel, painting second floor, bunk room mattresses, G2 fire station alerting system, fitness clothing, dive dry suit, flags for bay floor, leaf blower attachment, rapid deployment rescue boat, ring cutter

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Environmental, Forestry, and Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of January minutes, updates from the Sustainability Coordinator, and communications items. They will also consider a Green Bay Trail proposal and the 2024 Green Award submission. The agenda is largely procedural with some new business items.

• Approval of January 10, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Sustainability Coordinator update
• 2024 Green Award submission
• Green Bay Trail proposal
• April and May communications items

The Environmental and Forestry Commission approved the 2024 Green Award for the project at 891 Prospect, approved April and May communications items, and discussed the Green Bay Trail demonstration project. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved February regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Awarded 2024 Green Award to project at 891 Prospect (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved April Communications items (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved May Communications items (unanimous voice vote)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a study session to discuss next steps for the Post Office Plaza and receive an update from the Park District. The agenda includes public comment and a possible closed session, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion of Post Office Plaza next steps
• Park District update and discussion
• Public comment period
• Possible closed session

The Village Council held a study session with no formal votes. They discussed the Post Office Plaza development and reached consensus to continue discussions with Studio Gang, while also considering other regional or national firms. They also discussed the Park District's Elder/Centennial project, including a possible intergovernmental agreement or special use permit process, and considered expanding the stormwater co-liaison role to cover the broader project, but took no final action.

• Consensus to continue discussions with Studio Gang for Post Office Plaza
• Consensus to consider other regional or national architectural firms for Post Office Plaza
• Discussed but did not decide on Park District Elder/Centennial project process
• No formal votes taken; study session only

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two new cases: an amendment to a special use permit for playground improvements at Hubbard Woods Elementary School, and zoning variations for a home addition at 1476 Scott Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from its February meeting and check quorum for the April meeting.

• Case 24-02-SU: Amendment to special use permit for playground improvements at 1110 Chatfield Road (Hubbard Woods Elementary School), seeking variations for impermeable lot coverage and front yard setback along Hamptondale Avenue; final jurisdiction by Village Council.
• Case 24-03-V: Zoning variations for addition and structural changes at 1476 Scott Avenue, including exceeding maximum gross floor area and new window/door openings in nonconforming east wall; final jurisdiction by ZBA.
• Approval of February 12, 2024 regular meeting minutes.
• Community Development Report.
• Quorum check for April 8, 2024 regular meeting.

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended approval of a special use permit amendment and zoning variations for playground improvements at Hubbard Woods Elementary School (1110 Chatfield Road). The board also unanimously approved zoning variations for a home addition at 1476 Scott Avenue. Both decisions were 6-0 votes.

• Recommended approval of special use permit amendment and zoning variations for playground improvements at 1110 Chatfield Road (6-0)
• Approved zoning variations for addition and structural changes at 1476 Scott Avenue (6-0)
• Approved February 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and approvals, including a street rehabilitation project, water plant engineering, and a farmers market license. They will also introduce and potentially adopt an ordinance amending window sign regulations and vote on outdoor dining agreements and a music festival agreement.

• Ordinance MC-04-2024 amending Chapter 15.60 on window sign regulations
• Resolution R-28-2024: $ contract with A. Lamp Concrete Contractors for 2024 Street Rehabilitation and Public Improvement Project
• Resolution R-21-2024: Extension agreement with Strand Associates for water plant engineering
• Resolution R-26-2024: Non-exclusive license for Elm Street Train Station parking lot and Station Park for a farmers market
• Resolution R-27-2024: Agreement for use of Winnetka property for Winnetka Music Festival

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission will review two demolition permit applications for single-family residences at 174 Linden Street and 1165 Whitebridge Hill Road, including a Historic and Architectural Impact Study for the latter. The commission will also approve minutes from its February 5 meeting and discuss administrative items such as a quorum check, a possible name change, and commissioner training.

• Demolition permit review for 174 Linden Street (Case No. 24-03-LPC)
• Historic and Architectural Impact Study review for 1165 Whitebridge Hill Road (Case No. 23-22-LPC)
• Approval of February 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of name change for Landmark Preservation Commission
• Quorum check for April 1, 2024 meeting

Plan Commission

The Winnetka Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting to review a request to amend an existing special use permit for Sacred Heart School at 1095 Gage Street. The amendment would allow playground improvements on the north side of the school building. The Village Council has final jurisdiction over this request. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a quorum check for the next meeting.

• Case No. 24-01-SU: Amendment to special use permit for playground improvements at 1095 Gage Street (Sacred Heart School)
• Approval of January 24, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Public comments on all agenda items
• Community Development Report
• Quorum check for March 27, 2024, regular meeting

Planned Development Commission

The Winnetka Planned Development Commission will hold a special meeting to continue reviewing a preliminary planned development application from JPMorgan Chase Bank for a new three-story commercial building at 791 Elm Street. The application seeks multiple zoning exceptions and special uses, including height and setback variances, street-level parking, and a bank use in the C-2 Commercial Overlay District. The commission will also discuss changing its regular meeting date to the third Wednesday of the month.

• Continued application Case No. 23-05-PD for 791 Elm Street (JPMorgan Chase Bank) seeking preliminary planned development approval
• Requested exceptions: building height, front/corner yard setbacks, interior side/rear yard setbacks, rear yard landscaped area
• Special uses requested: street-level parking and bank use in C-2 Commercial Overlay District
• Discussion on moving regular meetings to 3rd Wednesday of the month
• Approval of January 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Winnetka Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission meeting scheduled for February 21, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the Village Hall Council Chambers was cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed due to the cancellation.

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to review new applications, including sign permits and a certificate of appropriateness for a playground. The board will also approve minutes from the January 18, 2024 meeting and check quorum for the March 21 meeting.

• Case 24-03-DR: 912 Green Bay Road - Lana Jewelry - Certificate of Appropriateness and Sign Permit to retain existing window, door, and projecting signs and storefront gold vinyl border
• Case 24-04-DR: 851 Spruce Lane - JP Morgan Chase Bank - Sign Permit for a wall sign
• Case 24-01-SU: 1095 Gage Street - Sacred Heart School - Certificate of Appropriateness for playground improvements (Village Council has final jurisdiction)

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Environmental & Forestry Commission scheduled for February 14, 2024, is cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice for February 14, 2024

Firefighters Pension Board

The Winnetka Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on financial and administrative matters, including cash projections, investment reports, and annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners. The board will also review and potentially approve several resolutions and contracts, including fiduciary liability insurance renewal and an engagement letter with their attorney. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting may go into closed session if needed.

• Approval of bills and discussion of cash projections and cash needs
• Presentation on Northern Trust Sweep Account by Fran Wawryzniak and possible action
• Annual independent medical examination for Adam Kolka
• Approve annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Review/approve fiduciary liability insurance renewal and Ottosen DiNolfo engagement letter for 2024-2025

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a study session to discuss the repair of Turbine #4 at the Electric Plant and the future of continued steam turbine and boiler operation. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting also includes public comments and a closed session.

• Discussion of repair of Turbine #4 at the Electric Plant
• Discussion of future of continued steam turbine and boiler operation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on February 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The main item is a new case (Case No. 24-01-SU) from Sacred Heart School at 1095 Gage Street, seeking an amendment to an existing Special Use Permit and zoning variations for playground improvements. The board will also approve minutes from the November 13, 2023 meeting and discuss the quorum for the March 11, 2024 meeting.

• Case No. 24-01-SU: Sacred Heart School, 1095 Gage Street, amendment to Special Use Permit for playground improvements
• Variations requested: exceed impermeable lot coverage, reduce rear yard setback, reduce side yard setback, exceed fence height
• Village Council has final jurisdiction on the case
• Approval of November 13, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Quorum check for March 11, 2024 regular meeting

Planned Development Commission

The Planned Development Commission's regular monthly meeting scheduled for February 7, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will meet to approve ordinances, resolutions, and contracts. Key items include zoning amendments for bluff regulations and pickleball courts, fee adjustments for lakefront construction permits, and adoption of multiple contracts totaling over $2 million for infrastructure and services.

• Ordinance to allow pickleball court at 889 Sheridan Road in R-2 district
• Zoning amendment to establish bluff regulations for Lake Michigan development
• Approval of $2M+ in contracts: underground cable, transformers, police vehicle, sewer inspection, and sewer relining work
• Fee changes for lakefront construction and steep slope permit applications
• Stormwater storage project contract with Di Meo Brothers, Inc.

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold a special meeting with a closed session to discuss probable and pending litigation. The meeting follows standard procedural items including public comments.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission will review demolition permit applications for single-family residences at 445 Sheridan Road, 1155 Chatfield Road, and 875 Private Road, and a Historical Architectural Impact Study for 518 Elder Lane. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a quorum check for the next meeting, and a call for 2024 Preservation Award nominations.

• Demolition permit review: 445 Sheridan Road (Case 23-21-LPC)
• Demolition permit review: 1155 Chatfield Road (Case 24-01-LPC)
• Demolition permit review: 875 Private Road (Case 24-02-LPC)
• HAIS review for 518 Elder Lane (Case 23-20-LPC)
• 2024 Preservation Awards call for nominations

Police Pension Board

The Winnetka Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine pension fund business, including approving bills, reviewing investments, and considering applications for membership or benefits. The board will also decide on annual cost-of-living adjustments for pensioners, renew fiduciary liability insurance, and approve several contracts and resolutions, including an engagement letter with the fund's attorney.

• Approve annual cost of living adjustments for pensioners
• Review/approve fiduciary liability insurance renewal
• Review/approve Ottosen DiNolfo engagement letter for 2024-2025
• Review investment report from IPOPIF and Verus Advisory, Inc.
• Fill vacant appointed member position

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council will hold its regular meeting on January 23, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Village Hall. The agenda includes routine procedural items and votes on three ordinances and resolutions: a zoning variation for a pickleball court at 889 Sheridan Road, updates to electronic attendance rules for meetings, and the purchase of a fire engine from Macqueen Equipment, LLC.

• Ordinance No. M-17-2023: Granting a zoning variation for a pickleball court at 889 Sheridan Road
• Ordinance No. MC-3-2024: Amending the Village Code to allow electronic attendance at meetings
• Resolution No. R-4-2024: Approving the purchase of a fire engine from Macqueen Equipment, LLC
• Approval of the Consent Agenda, including the Warrant List dated December 29, 2023 - January 11, 2024

Planned Development Commission

The Winnetka Planned Development Commission is holding a special meeting to review a preliminary planned development application from JPMorgan Chase for a new three-story commercial building at 791 Elm Street. The application seeks multiple zoning exceptions and special use approvals, including height, setback, and parking relief. The commission will also consider approving minutes from a prior meeting and check for a quorum for a future regular meeting.

• Case No. 23-05-PD: 791 Elm Street - JPMorgan Chase Bank - Preliminary Planned Development
• Plat of consolidation to create one lot of record
• Exception from maximum permitted building height
• Special use to allow parking at street level
• Special use to allow a bank use within C-2 Commercial Overlay District

Design Review Board

The Winnetka Design Review Board/Sign Board of Appeals is meeting to review two new sign permit applications and approve minutes from a previous meeting. The board will also check for a quorum for its February 15, 2024 meeting. Public comment is allowed on all agenda items.

• Case No. 24-1-DR: 962 Green Bay Road - North Shore Events: sign permit for existing storefront window sign and new door window sign
• Case No. 24-2-DR: 906 A Green Bay Road - Full Circle Fitness: sign permit for door window sign and valance sign on existing awning
• Approval of December 21, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Quorum check for February 15, 2024 regular meeting

Village Council

The Winnetka Village Council is holding a study session with a general discussion about policy matters for future agendas. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the agenda is largely procedural.

• General discussion on policy matters for future agendas

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular monthly meeting of the Landmark Preservation Commission scheduled for January 15, 2024, is cancelled due to lack of a quorum. All items originally noticed for this meeting will be considered at the next regular meeting on February 5, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Items postponed to February 5, 2024 meeting
• Public comment accepted via email or letter before meeting

Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission

The Environmental, Forestry, & Sustainability Commission will conduct routine business including approving December 2023 meeting minutes, receiving a presentation from Friends of the Green Bay Trail, and reviewing old and new business items. No substantive decisions or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals regular meeting scheduled for January 8, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice