REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD …

AGENDA REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

HELD REMOTELY PUBLIC NOTICE POSTED AT THE VILLAGE HALL

350 VICTORY DRIVE, PARK FOREST, ILLINOIS

CONFERENCE CALL 7:00 p.m. March 15, 2021

Roll Call

Reports of Village Officers Mayor Village Attorney Village Manager Village Clerk

Reports of Commission Liaisons and Committee Chairpersons

Citizens Comments, Observations, Petitions*

Motion: Approval of Consent

CONSENT: 1. Motion: A Motion to approve the minutes of the Rules meeting of February 1,

2021, the Regular meeting of February 15, 2021, the Strategic Planning meeting of February 27, 2021, and the Saturday Rules meeting of March 6, 2021

2. Resolution: A Resolution Assigning Timothy Jones as an Honorary Detective of the Park Forest Police Department

3. Resolution: An Economic Development Incentive and Resolution Supporting a Cook County Class 8 Incentive Renewal for part of 25 South Street

4. Resolution: An Economic Development Incentive and Resolution Supporting a Cook County Class 8 Incentive Renewal for 30 South Street

5. Resolution: A Resolution for Construction on a State Highway

6. Resolution: A Resolution Authorizing the Village of Park Forest to execute the Subrecipient agreement with Cook County for the Community Development Block Grant funds

7. Motion: New Aqua Center Management Agreement

8. Motion: Truck Purchase for Recreation & Parks

9. Motion: Renewal of the Residential Water Shut Off Valve Replacement Contract

10. Motion: Renewal of Contract for Removal of Lime Residuals

11. Motion: Renewal of MFT Street Sweeping Maintenance Contract for FY 2022

12. Motion: Awarding of the Well Street Resurfacing Contract

DEBATABLE: 13. Ordinance: An Ordinance Authorizing a Loan Agreement (Public Water Supply Loan

Program – Home Rule Entity) (Final Reading)

14. Ordinance: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 6 (“Alcoholic Beverages”), Article II (“Licenses”), Section 6-49 (“Number Limited”) of the Code of Ordinances (First Reading)

15. Ordinance: An Ordinance Approving a Text Amendment to Table III-2-A (Use Table) and Section III-3 (Use Standards) of the Unified Development Ordinance of the Village of Park Forest, Illinois (First Reading)

Adjournment

NOTE – DUE TO COVID-19 THE BOARD MEETING WILL BE HELD VIA CONFERENCE CALL

*Public, in-person attendance of the Meeting has been deemed unfeasible; All public comment can be sent prior to the phone conference Board Meeting, via email to [email protected], by 3 pm the day of the meeting; Public comments received via email will be read during the public meeting. **A record (verbatim recording) of all action (if any) taken during the Board Meeting in open

session will be made available upon request. ***This meeting will be broadcast live, and recorded, on the local cable access channels in Park

Forest (channel 4 for Comcast subscribers & channel 99 for AT&T U-Verse subscribers) and will be streamed live, and subsequently archived, on the Village website at www.villageofparkforest.com

NOTE: Copies of Agenda Items are Available on the Village website at www.villageofparkforest.com

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MOTIONS

MOVED that the Consent Agenda and each item contained therein be hereby approved:

1. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees approve the minutes of the Rules meeting of

February 1, 2021, the Regular meeting of February 15, 2021, the Strategic Planning meeting

of February 27, 2021, the Saturday Rules meeting of March 6, 2021.

2. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees approve a Resolution assigning Timothy

Jones as an Honorary Detective, complete with a detective badge with his reserved star

number, 204.

3. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees approve a Resolution renewing the Class 8

Property Tax Incentive application for 25 South Street.

4. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees approve a Resolution renewing the Class 8

Property Tax Incentive application for 30 South Street.

5. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees approve a Resolution for Construction on a

State Highway, as required by the State and will cover calendar years 2021 and 2022.

6. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees approve a Resolution Authorizing the

Village of Park Forest to execute a Subrecipient agreement with Cook County for

Community Development Block Grant funds.

7. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees approve a contract with CELTS Aquatics

Group to manage the Park Forest Aqua Center, for a 3 year period for a total contract cost of

$637,297.

8. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees approve a purchase from Currie Commercial

Center, in Frankfort, IL, for 2021 F350 4x4 with dump body in the amount of $44,494 and a

2021 F350 with a service body in the amount of $43,904, for a total amount of $88,398.

9. MOVED, that the Village Manager is authorized to enter into a contract renewal with

Calumet City Plumbing, in Calumet City, IL, for the Residential Water Shut off (B-Box)

Replacement Annual Maintenance in the amount of $228,375.

10. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees renew the contract for Removal of Lime

Residuals with Greg Hamann Trucking Co, in Grant Park, IL, for a total price of $232,469.34

with a 25% contingency for any additional work, for a total not to exceed a cost of

$290,586.68.

11. MOVED, that they Village Manager is authorized to enter into a contract renewal for the FY

2022 MFT Street Sweeping Maintenance Contract to Illinois Central Sweeping LLC, in

Tinley Park, IL, in the amount of $47,902.

12. MOVED, that the Village Manager is authorized to enter into a contract with Iroquois

Paving, in Watseka, IL, for the Well Street Resurfacing in an amount of $449,954.74 with a

10% contingency for any additional work as determined by the Village Engineer for a total

cost not to exceed $494,950.21.

March 15, 2021

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VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST RULES MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

HELD REMOTELY PUBLIC NOTICE POSTED AT THE VILLAGE HALL

350 VICTORY DRIVE PARK FOREST, ILLINOIS

Conference Call 7:00 p.m. February 1, 2021 IN ATTENDANCE: Mayor Jonathan Vanderbilt, Trustee Theresa Settles, Trustee Tiffani Graham, Trustee Joseph Woods, Trustee Maya Hardy, Trustee Candyce Herron, and Trustee Glenna Hennessy

ABSENT: None

STAFF IN ATTENDANCE: Village Manager Tom Mick, Police Chief Christopher Mannino, Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Roberts, Village Attorney Leslie Kennedy, Assistant Finance Director Sharon Floyd, Director of Economic Development and Planning Department Hildy Kingma, Director of Communications Jason Miller, Director of Recreation and Parks Rob Gunther, Director of Public Works Roderick Ysaguirre, IT Coordinator Craig Kaufman, and Sustainability Coordinator Carrie Malfeo

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE: Kevin Smith and Dominic Ward, K Spot Bar & Grill, LLC.; and Alex Bazan, Greenest Region Corps Member RECORDER: Village Clerk Sheila McGann Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Mayor Vanderbilt. Roll was called by Clerk McGann

1. Ordinance Related to Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages), Article II (Licenses), Section 6-49 (Number Limited) of the Code of Ordinance of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois Manager Mick said this item comes out of the Economic Development and Planning Department regarding a new business. They are requesting a liquor license and were interviewed by the Liquor Commissioner Office, Village legal counsel, and others. Director Kingma explained the application process for this new business. The business would include family dining, pool table, TV, and bar. They expect to complete the build-out by the end of March and with an expected opening in mid-April. The required interview with the Liquor Commission was held January 15 with a recommendation to approve this ordinance. Mayor Vanderbilt asked if there were any questions or comments. Trustee Woods welcomed the new owners to Park Forest. Hearing no other questions, this item will be on the agenda at the next regular meeting. 2. Proposed Solar Project to offset energy Usage of Water Treatment Plant Manager Mick said this item comes out of the Economic Development and Planning Department and the Sustainability Office. He explained the proposals that include solar panels for the Water

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Department. Ms. Malfeo showed a PowerPoint presentation that explained the pros and cons of the proposals for the Water Plant that included the solar project details, the projected savings (short and long term), environmental savings, and utility rate net savings. Manager Mick explained that the cost savings projected in the presentation are for a twenty-five-year period with the panels lasting an expected thirty years. The Trustees asked a number of questions regarding the location of the panels and how the water plant would operate with them. The array would be on the ground and on the roof. Director Ysaguirre explained that this system with an elevated water tower would not need pumps as it would gravity fed. The current system uses pumps that cause a surge in the pumps when there is a bump or glitch. Ms. Malfeo noted that YellowLite is based out of Chicago and laborers used are local. When asked by the Mayor about REC’s (renewable energy credits) Ms. Malfeo detailed a series of options. Mr. Bazan explained the selling, savings, and financial effects of the selling of recs over a twenty-five-year period. Manager Mick added that another proposal was received this morning which will be reviewed. He will keep the Board informed through his Friday updates. If nothing changes, a proposal between the Village and YellowLite will be brought before the Board in the near future. Mayor Vanderbilt said the video would help the public understand a bit more about how recs work. Manager Mick showed a three minute video “Recs: Renewable Energy Credits” which showed how renewable energy certificated promotes more renewable energy. Mayor Vanderbilt thanked Ms. Malfeo and Manager Mick for the presentation. 3. Resolution Accepting a grant from the Illinois Housing Development Authority’s Strong Communities Program Manager Mick said this item comes out of the Economic Development and Planning Department relating to a grant awarded last December. Director Kingma explained how the Illinois Housing Development Authority’s (IHDA) Strong Communities Program works regarding interior/ exterior housing rehabilitations, employment with the South Suburban Trades Initiatives, and how the Village will receive proceeds after houses are sold including incurred legal expenses. This allows the Village more flexibility in the work they have already been doing. Mayor Vanderbilt asked if there were any questions or comments from the Board. Trustee Woods congratulated the Economic Development and Planning Department for their work in acquiring various grants. Because the Village is transparent and financially sound, matching grants are often received when they become available. Hearing no other questions or comments, this item will be on the agenda at the next regular meeting. 4. Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance Resolution and Municipal Maintenance Cost Estimate for Fiscal Year 2022 Manager Mick said this item is out of the Public Works Department. Director Ysaguirre explained that the Illinois Department of Transportation requires an annual estimate of maintenance costs which include salt, traffic sign maintenance, road repair materials, hiring of contractors for light maintenance, annual inspection of Thorn Creek Bridge and other budget items. He recommends the Board approves this resolution. Mayor Vanderbilt asked the Board if there were any questions or comments. When Trustee Hardy asked what percentage of street signs have been replaced in the Village, Director Ysaguirre said about 75-80% have been replaced. This will be covered in the next agenda item. Hearing no other questions or comments from the Board, this item will be on the agenda at the next regular meeting.

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5. Awarding of the 2021 Street Sign Replacement Manager Mick said this item is out of the Public Works Department. Director Ysaguirre explained the bid process noting there were seven bids opened on January 22, 2021 and recommends Roadsafe Traffic Systems from Romeoville be awarded the contract. While they have not done street signs in Park Forest previously, they have done other work in Park Forest in other areas. This is year six in a seven year plan. When completed, 90% of the signs will have been replace. Mayor Vanderbilt asked if there were any questions or comments from the Board. Hearing none, this item will be on the agenda at the next regular meeting. Mayor’s Comments Mayor Vanderbilt noted his appreciation of the work done by Public Works staff who kept the streets clean this weekend. Manager’s Comments Manager Mick said there is a free Covid-19 testing center at the Aqua Center. There will be a lottery for park permits; see the Village website or Facebook page for details. He also commented on the work that Public Works did Saturday and Sunday clearing twelve inches of snow in twenty-four hours. He asked residents to park their cars in the driveway if possible so the streets can be cleaned off completely. Trustee’s Comments Each of the Trustees commended the Public Works Department and all staff for keeping the roads clear and safe for the residents during the snowstorm. Trustee Hardy reported that both the Commission on Human Relation and the Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Tuesday, February 9. Trustee Settles attended the South Suburban Zoom Diversity dinner and enjoyed the format. She also attended the Pearls of Wisdom Ceremony at the Michelle Obama School. Trustee Graham reported that the Environment Commission will meet Thursday, February 4 to continue their plans for Earth Day. She added that the Youth Commission is looking two more members. Applications are the Village’s website. She also thanked Craig Kaufman, Marty Suchor, and Tom Mick for keeping the Board in contact with the residents. Trustee Hennessy noted that there are many programs available to the community to celebrate Black History Month. She also noted that Public Works staff did a wonderful job working under the worst weather conditions to clear trees, snow, and work on water main breaks. Trustee Woods enjoyed the presentation about solar panels noting the many environmental career opportunities available through OAI in Park Forest. Black History Month is a time to remember our history, the present, and the future. Trustee Herron enjoyed the Diversity Dinner program this year via zoom. Attorney’s Comments

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No report Clerk Comments No report Audience to Visitors As per the agenda posting, public comments were to be sent to Manager Mick by 3p.m. of the day of the meeting and would be read at the meeting. None were received. (See below) Adjournment

This concluded the Rules Board meeting.

There being no further business. Mayor Vanderbilt called for a motion to adjourn. Motion was made by Trustee Hardy, seconded by Trustee Graham and passed unanimously by roll call vote. The meeting was adjourned following a roll call vote with the following results: Ayes: 7 Nays: 0 Absent: 0 The meeting was adjourned with seven (7) ayes, no (0) nays, and no (0) absent. Mayor Vanderbilt adjourned the special rules meeting at 8:18 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sheila McGann Village Clerk


*Public, in-person attendance of the Meeting has been deemed unfeasible; All public comment can be sent prior to the phone conference Board Meeting, via email to [email protected], by 3 pm the day of the meeting; Public comments received via email will be read during the public meeting. **A record (verbatim recording) of all action (if any) taken during the Board Meeting in open session will be made available upon request. ***This meeting will be broadcast live, and recorded, on the local cable access channels in Park Forest (channel 4 for Comcast subscribers & channel 4 for AT&T U-Verse subscribers) and will be streamed live, and subsequently archived, on the Village website at www.villageofparkforest.com

NOTE: Copies of Agenda Items are Available on the Village website at

www.villageofparkforest.com

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VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD REMOTELY

PUBLIC NOTICE POSTED AT THE VILLAGE HALL 350 VICTORY DRIVE

PARK FOREST, ILLINOIS CONFERENCE CALL 7:00 p.m. February 15, 2021 IN ATTENDANCE: Mayor Jonathan Vanderbilt, Trustee Theresa Settles, Trustee Tiffani Graham, Trustee Joseph Woods, Trustee Maya Hardy, Trustee Candyce Herron, and Trustee Glenna Hennessy

ABSENT: None

STAFF IN ATTENDANCE: Village Manager Tom Mick, Police Chief Christopher Mannino, Assistant Fire Chief Ryan Roberts, Village Attorney Ross Secler, Deputy Village Manager Mark Pries, Director of Economic Development and Planning Department Hildy Kingma, Director of Communications Jason Miller, Code Enforcement Officer Jerry Martin, Director of Recreation and Parks Rob Gunther, Director of Public Works Roderick Ysaguirre, IT Coordinator Craig Kaufman, and Code Enforcement Manager Jerry Martin

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE: none Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:01 pm by Mayor Vanderbilt. Roll was called by Clerk McGann. Mayor Vanderbilt read a proclamation in naming February 2021 Black History Month. He noted a list of the many contributions and accomplishments made by African-Americans throughout generations in so many areas including leadership roles on all levels. He encouraged residents to commemorate Black History Month 2021 by attending the numerous ceremonies and events available in person and online. Reports of Village Officers Mayor Mayor Vanderbilt wished a Happy Lunar New Year to all Chinese friends. He thanked Public Works for their continued work in taking care of the streets during the blizzard and its aftermath. Thanks to All Nations Worship Assembly Church for donating lunch to the Police Department last Saturday. Village Attorney No formal report

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Village Manager Manager Mick read the Governor’s Statewide Disaster Declaration due to Covid-19 Pandemic regarding the Open Meetings Act. Due to the upcoming major snow storm, Public Works will work through the night working on arterial roads first. This is a challenge to remove the large amount of snowfall expected. The Six Month Financial Review is scheduled at 9:00 am via Zoom on Saturday, February 27 with all departments reporting in. The Saturday Morning Rules meeting is scheduled for March 6. The Village will continue to monitor Covid-19 guidelines to see if it can he held. Registration for Park Forest Youth Baseball is scheduled for August 14 with more details online. The season begins on June 5. Village Clerk No report Reports of Commission Liaisons and Committee Chairpersons All the Board members thanked the Public Works staff for all their effects during this recent blizzard. Trustee Settles reported that the Senior Advisory Commission met Thursday, February 4. They are continue to work on Board goals. Anyone interested in joining the Commission may apply online as there are two vacancies. The Veterans Commission met Saturday, February 13. There will soon be two openings on this Commission as well. Trustee Woods commended the design of the Village’s new vehicle stickers messaging civility, serving one another, and issuing a call to action. He acknowledged Public Works and Economic Development and Planning in their efforts in being successful in obtaining grants to improve the Village. Trustee Graham said that the Environment Commission last month and is continuing to work on Earth Month, April. The Youth commission has two vacancies on the Commission. Applications are available online. Trustee Hardy reported that the Commission on Human Relations met January 25 and are working on upcoming cultural activities. The Planning and Zoning Commission met February 11 and are continuing to work on updates on the Comprehensive Housing Plan. Trustee Herron stated that Recreation, Parks, and Community Health Commission will meet Tuesday, February 16. She thanked the Police and Fire Department for helping a motorist who had slid off the road. They were shoveling them out of the snowbank. Trustee Hennessy said that the Library Board will meet Thursday, February 18. Citizens Comments, Observations, Petitions* As per the agenda posting, public comments were to be sent to Manager Mick by 3p.m. of the day of the meeting and would be read at the meeting. None were received. (See below)

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Motion: Approval of Consent CONSENT: MOVED that the Consent Agenda and each item contained therein be hereby approved: 1. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees approve the minutes of the Special Rules meeting of January 19, 2021, the Regular meeting of January 19, 2021 and the Regular meeting of January 25, 2021. 2. MOVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees approve a Resolution Accepting a Grant in the amount of $250,000 from the Illinois Housing Development Authority’s (IHDA) Strong Communities Program. 3. MOVED, that they Mayor and Board of Trustees adopt a Resolution for Maintenance of Streets and Highways by Municipality under the Illinois Highway Code, BLR form 14220, and Municipal Estimate of Maintenance Costs, BLR form 14222, in the amount of $473,767.95 for eligible maintenance costs for Fiscal Year 2022. 4. MOVED, that the Village Manager is authorized to enter into a contract with Roadsafe Traffic Systems, located in Romeoville, IL, for the 2021 Street Sign Replacement in the amount of $69,989.25 with a 10% contingency for any additional work as determined by the Village Engineer for a total cost not to exceed $76,988.18. Approval of the consent agenda was moved by Trustee Settles and seconded by Trustee Hardy. Mayor Vanderbilt asked if anyone wished any items be removed from the consent agenda for further discussion. Hearing none, a roll call vote was called by Mayor Vanderbilt on the motion to approve the consent agenda. The consent agenda was approved with the following results: Ayes: 7 Nays: 0 Absent: 0 The consent agenda was adopted with seven (7) ayes, no (0) nays and no (0) absent.

DEBATABLE: 5. Ordinance: An Ordinance Related to Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Beverages), Article II (Licenses), Section 6-49 (Number Limited) of the Code of Ordinances of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois (Final Reading) Move for adoption of the ordinance was motioned by Trustee Graham and seconded by Trustee Woods. The ordinance was moved and seconded to adopt this ordinance at final reading. Mayor Vanderbilt asked if there were any questions or comments. None being heard, he called for a roll call vote by Clerk McGann. The ordinance was approved following a roll call vote with the following results: Ayes: 7 Nays: 0

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Absent: 0 The ordinance was adopted with seven (7) ayes, no (0) nays, and no (0) absent. 6. Ordinance: An Ordinance Authorizing a Loan Agreement (Public Water Supply Loan Program – Home Rule Entity) (First Reading) This item has had first reading and will be on the agenda for discussion at the next rules meeting. Manager Mick announced that he received an email from Star Disposal. There will be no garbage pickup or recycling for single family homes on Tuesday, February 16. Adjournment This concluded the Regular Board meeting.

There being no further business. Mayor Vanderbilt called for a motion to adjourn. Motion was made by Trustee Woods, seconded by Trustee Settles and passed unanimously by roll call vote. The meeting was adjourned following a roll call vote with the following results: Ayes: 7 Nays: 0 Absent: 0 The meeting was adjourned with seven (7) ayes, no (0) nays, and no (0) absent. Mayor Vanderbilt adjourned the regular meeting at 7:31 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sheila McGann Village Clerk


*Public, in-person attendance of the Meeting has been deemed unfeasible; All public comment can be sent prior to the phone conference Board Meeting,

via email to [email protected], by 3 pm the day of the meeting; Public comments received via email will be read during the public meeting.

**A record (verbatim recording) of all action (if any) taken during the Board Meeting in open

session will be made available upon request.

***This meeting will be broadcast live, and recorded, on the local cable access channels in Park Forest (channel 4 for Comcast subscribers & channel 4 for AT&T U-Verse subscribers) and will be streamed live, and subsequently archived, on the Village website at www.villageofparkforest.com

NOTE: Copies of Agenda Items are Available on the Village website at www.villageofparkforest.com

VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST

COOK AND WILL COUNTIES, ILLINOIS

STRATEGIC PLANNING MINUTES

Zoom Meeting 9:00 AM February 27, 2021 Village Hall: Village Manager, Thomas K. Mick Via Zoom: Mayor Jonathan Vanderbilt, Trustees: Tiffani Graham, Maya Hardy, Glenna

Hennessy, Candyce Herron, Theresa Settles, Joseph Woods, Staff Present: Village Manager Tom Mick; Director of Human Resources Denyse Carreras;

Director of Communications Jason Miller; Finance Director Mark Pries; Assistant Finance Director Sharon Floyd; IT Administrator Craig Kaufman; Director of Community Development Larrie Kerestes; Director of Economic Development Hildy Kingma; Downtown Park Forest Property Manager Heather Jones; Director of Public Works Roderick Ysaguirre; Assistant Director of Public Works Nicholas Christie; Director of Recreation & Parks Rob Gunther; Assistant Director of Recreation & Parks Kevin Adams; Park Forest Police Chief Christopher Mannino; Park Forest Fire Chief Tracy Natyshok

Mayor Vanderbilt called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and the roll was called. Village Manager Mick read the Disaster Declaration. Mr. Mick explained the purpose of the workshop and reviewed the agenda. Documents reviewed for this workshop, include “Strategic Planning February 27, 2021” and “Village of Park Forest, Illinois Five Year Capital Plan Fiscal Year 2021/2022”. STRATEGIC PLANNING Six Month Financial Results (Director Pries): ● GENERAL FUND REVENUES (reviewed pages 1-1 & 1-2; all funds actual p 1-75).

Discussed property taxes, sales and use tax, utility tax, grants, transfer from other funds, licenses, permits, hospital transport, fines and interest earnings. Made special mention that interest earnings are at 21% of budget and reflect the drastic drop in interest rates due to the Fed cutting rates in 2019 and 2020. Earnings will be lower than budget this year.

● GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES (reviewed pages 1-2 to 1-4; all funds p 1-8). Made special mention that an extra payroll was made in 12/20.

● CURRENT YEAR TRENDS (reviewed pages 2-1 to 2-6) Director Pries items related to trends and directed the Board to read the Revenue Estimate Article 2-22 to 2-29.

● Manager Mick discussed staff’s vision for the Tennis and Health Club with the anticipated retirement of the club manager in June 2021.

● BUDGET AMENDMENTS (reviewed pages 3-1 to 3-6) Discussed public works unused funds, PEG fees, a replacement communications tower at the police station, police pension funds, vehicle service funds and capital project and sewer funds.

A recess took place at 10:52 AM and the meeting resumed at 10:57 AM. CAPITAL PLAN - Five Year Capital Plan FY 21/22 ● FIRE DEPARTMENT (Chief Tracy Natyshok): Protective gear, fire station maintenance, fire

equipment, special teams equipment and computer system upgrades are an ongoing priority.

Additionally planning for the future replacement of Ambulance 63 was included. Detail on General Fund projects can be found under the Fire Tab on pages 2-4.

● DOWNTOWN (Manager Heather Jones): Discussed tenant buildout (vanilla box), tenant signage, facility maintenance, public restrooms and Hometown Heroes recognition plan throughout the DownTown. Currently working with a consultant on the next phase of the DownTown Restoration Plan. Detail on General Fund projects can be found under the DownTown tab on pages 3 - 11.

● DPW (Director Roderick Ysaguirre): Discussed projects for General Fund, Motor Fuel Tax Fund, Vehicle Service Fund, Water Fund, Sewer Fund and Municipal Parking. Detail on DPW projects can be found under the Public Works tab pages 7-15.

● RECREATION AND PARKS and COMMUNITY HEALTH (Director Rob Gunther): Discussed projects at Freedom Hall, Central Park, Aqua Center and Tennis & Health Club. Will continue to maintain a $10,000 budget for emergencies that may come up in Buildings & Grounds. Discussed projects at village hall, police station and recreation center. Detail on General Fund and Building & Grounds projects can be found under the Recreation & Parks tab on pages 9-29.

● OTHER CAPITAL PROJECTS (Director Hildy Kingma) Discussed redevelopment and sustainability plan projects. Detail on these projects can be found under the Other Capital Projects tab on pages 3-8. (Director Rob Gunther) Discussed projects pertaining to public art and other Recreation & Parks initiatives. Detail on these projects can be found under the Other Capital Projects tab on pages 9-15).

● POLICE DEPARTMENT (Chief Chris Mannino): Taser & Firearms replacements are items that need attention; Remodeling, renovations and vehicle services fund projects were discussed. Detail on General Fund projects can be found under the Police tab on pages 2-4.

Throughout the departmental reports the Village Manager and department directors answered specific questions raised by the Mayor and Trustees. Manager Mick expressed appreciation to the Board and staff for giving of their time to this workshop. Trustee Woods motioned to adjourn; seconded by Trustee Settles, followed by a roll-call vote, the meeting adjourned at 12:56 PM. Respectfully submitted, Denyse Carreras

NOTE – DUE TO COVID -19 THE MEETING WILL BE HELD VIA CONFERENCE CALL

Public, in-person attendance of the Meeting has been deemed unfeasible. A record (verbatim recording) of all action (if any) taken during the Board

Meeting in open session will be made available upon request. This meeting will be broadcast live, and recorded, on the local cable access

channels in Park Forest (channel 4 for Comcast subscribers & channel 99 for AT&T U-Verse subscribers) and will be streamed live, and subsequently archived, on the

Village website at www.villageofparkforest.com. NOTE: Copies of Strategic Planning & Capital Plan materials are available on the Village

website at www.villageofparkforest.com.



MINUTES OF THE SATURDAY MORNING RULES MEETING OF THE BOARD OF

TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST

Village Hall 10:00 a.m. March 6, 2021 Roll Call:

Present: Mayor Jon Vanderbilt, Trustees Tiffani Graham, Maya Hardy, Candyce Herron and Theresa Settles

Absent: Trustees Glenna Hennessy and Joe Woods Also Present: Village Manager Tom Mick

The meeting took place in hybrid fashion due to the pandemic. The session was facilitated via Zoom with Mayor Vanderbilt and Manager Mick on-site at Village Hall. Mayor Vanderbilt called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. and commented that the purpose of this meeting was to review questions for the purpose of developing a community survey. Manager Mick provided background on community surveys previously used by the Village. It was also noted that due to the pandemic, perhaps this approach could replace larger community forums for citizen feedback. The Board then reviewed a draft list of questions developed assembled for their consideration by the management staff. Many proposed questions were revised or deleted. Regarding the survey questions specific to business owners, it was suggested that the Economic Development & Planning Staff work with the Economic Development Advisory Group in finalizing a separate survey and sending it out to all businesses including home-based businesses. It was suggested that survey questions related to what types of businesses residents would like to see could be posed to the public in the next Shopping and Services Guide. The next draft for the Board to consider will include formatting to better ‘group’ certain questions and eliminate ‘dead space’. It was also requested that Staff develop a mapping schematic of Park Forest which notes Village neighborhoods and facilities/parks. This would help inform residents of various neighborhoods and municipal areas in the Village. The Board determined that resident name/address information should be optional with the caveat/note that these details would be needed if a resident wishes to be entered into a raffle/drawing. For resident ease, it was also suggested that Staff investigate including a self-addressed stamped envelope for survey responses. An electronic version of the survey was discussed. In particular, using Google docs would allow residents the ability to respond, pause and complete at a different time. The meeting adjourned at 11:50 AM Respectfully Submitted, Thomas K. Mick Village Manager

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: February 25, 2021 TO: Mayor Jon Vanderbilt Board of Trustees FROM: Christopher B. Mannino

Chief of Police RE: A Resolution Assigning Timothy Jones as an Honorary Detective of the Park

Forest Police Department BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: Sustaining a critical line-of-duty injury on March 19, 2016, Officer Timothy Jones made an invaluable sacrifice and has become an example of tremendous resiliency. He continues to work towards recovery 5 years after his life-altering injury, and to serve as an example of resiliency, hard work, and optimism in the face of serious challenges. To honor Tim on the 5-year anniversary of injuries, and in light of his ambitions as a rookie officer to one day receive an assignment to the Investigations Division, it is recommended that the Board make him an Honorary Detective, complete with a detective badge with his reserved star number, 204. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the Consent Agenda of the March 15, 2021 Regular Meeting, for Board consideration and approval.

RESOLUTION No._______

A RESOLUTION ASSIGNING TIMOTHY JONES

AS AN HONORARY DETECTIVE OF THE

PARK FOREST POLICE DEPARTMENT

WHEREAS, Officer Timothy Jones finished first in the Police Officer List of Eligible Hires during the 2015 Police Department hiring process; and

WHEREAS, Tim, a second generation police officer, was hired by the Park Forest Police Department

on June 29, 2015; and WHEREAS, after graduating from the police academy, Tim established a reputation for proactive

policing while also demonstrating a strong commitment to community policing, all in an effort to keep Park Forest safe; and

WHEREAS, as a rookie patrol officer, he was awarded two Outstanding Service Awards for superior

actions; and WHEREAS, one of Tim’s stated goals was to eventually receive an assignment in the Investigations

Division, a path on which he was well on his way; and WHEREAS, on March 19, 2016, Tim was critically wounded in the line of duty while taking an armed

offender into custody for felony crimes; and WHEREAS, Tim was subsequently awarded the Medal of Valor, the Park Forest Police Department’s

highest award, the Combat Star and named the 2016 Officer of the Year; and WHEREAS, Tim has demonstrated resiliency, hard work in recovery, and optimism in the face of

serious challenges, far surpassing the expectations of medical personnel with his advancements and continuing to do so 5 years on, serving as an inspiration for an untold number of people across the country, as a continued source of pride for Park Forest, and a symbol of hope for all who face adversity.

NOW, THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, that the deepest appreciation of the Board of Trustees, the entire Village Staff and the Citizens of Park Forest be expressed to Timothy Jones for his public service, sacrifice, and the example of resiliency and hope he continues to display, and that he has the continued hope and prayers for still further recovery.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Board of Trustees do hereby assign Timothy Jones as an Honorary Detective of the Park Forest Police Department, to be acknowledged with Detective Badge star number 204.

ADOPTED this 15th day of March, 2021.

APPROVED: ATTEST:

____________________ _______________________

Mayor Village Clerk

MEMORANDUM DATE: March 2, 2021 TO: Mayor Jonathan Vanderbilt Village Board of Trustees FROM: Sandra Zoellner Assistant Director of Economic Development and Planning RE: Consideration of an Economic Development Incentive and Resolution Supporting a Cook

County Class 8 Incentive Renewal for Part of 25 South Street INTRODUCTION A third generation family owned business since 1956, Homewood Disposal provides residential, commercial, and industrial waste services to thousands of residential customers and 12,500 commercial customers in 80 local communities. They also provide special hauling, street sweeping, and portable restroom services in Chicagoland and NW Indiana. They have locations in Homewood, Joliet, Kankakee, and Gary and Valparaiso, Indiana. While the headquarters is in Homewood, they have made a significant investment in Park Forest. Since 1994, Homewood Disposal has been buying property in Park Forest. Today, they own 18 PINS, comprising 10 addresses, and roughly 18 acres, as shown in the following aerial photograph. Three parcels of 25 South Street are outlined in yellow.

BACKGROUND

In 2019, Homewood Disposal paid $435,838 in taxes attributable to all of the properties in Park Forest. The Village portion (roughly 44.3%) of the taxes was $193,295. Of the eighteen PINS owned by Homewood Disposal, five PINs have a Class 8 Incentive and in 2019 the incentive value was $74,785. The Village of Park Forest portion of the incentive was $37,543. Homewood Disposal’s community support (see Exhibit A in the attached EDAG Agenda Packets) was $31,430, which was not a condition of an incentive, it was a condition of the refuse contract. The refuse contract expires in December 2023.

Homewood Disposal – 25 South Street

Address Property Index

Number Property

Class Actual 2019 Taxes Paid

Example Without incentive

Example value of the incentive for one year

25 South St 31-25-209-014 5-80 $ 14,110 $ 14,110

25 South St 31-25-209-015 5-93 $ 18,394 $ 18,394

25 South St 31-25-209-016 8-93 $ 12,793 $ 31,984 $ 19,190

25 South St 31-25-209-017 8-93 $ 6,587 $ 16,468 $ 9,881

25 South St 31-25-209-018 5-80 $ 16,443 $ 16,443 $ 9,866

This would be the second incentive renewal for three PINs at 25 South Street. Staff confirmed that the adopted Resolutions from 1995 and 2004 included -018. However, as the table above shows, PIN -018 has not had the benefit of the incentive. The current application and EDAG recommendation correct for an oversight of PIN 31-25-209-018. With the correction, six of the eighteen parcels will have the benefit of a Class 8 incentive. COOK COUNTY CLASS 8 PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE

Cook County offers a tax incentive, known as the Class 8 incentive, which is designed to encourage property owners to undertake new construction, or substantial rehabilitation or reutilization of abandoned buildings for commercial purposes. The Class 8 incentive assesses qualifying real estate at a reduced assessment level for a period of 12 years from the date that new construction or substantial rehabilitation is completed and reassessed or, in the case of abandoned property, from the date of substantial reoccupation. For commercial and industrial property, the assessment is reduced from 25 percent to 10 percent of market value for the first 10 years, to 15 percent in year 11 and 20 percent in year 12. The incentive is renewable with the Village’s support. Because Park Forest is located in both Rich and Bloom Townships, the only qualifier for the Cook County Class 8 incentive is support of the municipality. If the EDAG supports the requested property tax incentive, the Village Board will be asked to approve a Resolution stating its support for the applicant’s request of the County incentive. The property owner is then responsible for submitting a formal application to the Cook County Assessor for this incentive. EVALUATION

The members of the Economic Development Advisory Group reviewed the application at their January 13 and February 10, 2021 meetings. EDAG Chairperson followed up with Robert Goetsch, Vice President of Operations, by GoToMeeting February 4, and the EDAG incentive subcommittee met virtually twice. Staff’s February 10 memo to the EDAG as well as a memo from the EDAG Chairman Phillip Perkins are included for your review. Staff and the EDAG request that the Board consider the

request submitted by Homewood Disposal for renewal of the Cook County Class 8 Classification incentive for 25 South Street. RECOMMENDATION

EDAG recommended consideration of the Incentive with the following conditions. The conditions are included in the Resolution:

1. If and when the Village converts any vehicles in its fleet to CNG, to allow the Village of Park Forest to have access to the fueling station.

2. Increase the yearly $5,000 Franchise fee to $15,000 (an increase of $10,000). The subcommittee recommends the increase to fund programs for Veterans and seniors. If the contract is not renewed, the applicant would commit to make an annual contribution of $15,000 to the Village for the duration of the incentive agreement.

3. Rate freeze first year, if the contract for refuse is renewed. (This is roughly worth $47,000 in the first year and with the freeze, the savings would be realized over the term of a contract, as well. The savings based on a 2 percent increase would be $622,000. See table below.)

4. Continue the street sweeping tipping benefit (400 tons) for the term of the incentive agreement, even if the refuse contract is not renewed.

5. Commit to a testimonial acknowledging the benefit of operating in a diverse community, and acknowledge Park Forest’s demographics.

Clarification Note: While the requests are presented in separate Resolutions, the recommendation conditions are shared between the two. The figures and dollar amounts quoted in the recommendation are for the combined recommendation of both Resolutions and are not to be considered independent or double.

SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the agenda of the Regular Meeting of March 15, 2021 for your consideration.

Economic Development

Advisory Group

Chairperson

Phillip Perkins

Vice Chairperson

Members

Margaret Banks

Mercedes Gross

Kreshina Ingram

Mike Jordan

Maurae McCants

John V. Moore

Trustee Liaison

Joseph A. Woods

Staff Liaison

Sandra Zoellner

Secretary

Dolores Dubois

MEMORANDUM

DATE: February 23, 2021 FROM: Phillip Perkins, EDAG Chairperson TO: Village Board of Trustees and Mayor RE: Incentive Renewal Application for Homewood Disposal 25 South Street In late 2020, the Economic Development Advisory Group established a subcommittee to review incentive requests. The two requests submitted by Homewood Disposal are the first requests considered by the subcommittee. In our initial review, we were going to recommend renewal of 30 South Street but not 25 South Street because the applicant failed to persuasively describe an economic hardship and didn’t commit to additional community support. Consequently, Bob Goetsch, Vice President of Operations, Homewood Disposal, Sandra Zoellner, and I met by GoToMeeting. The meeting was productive. Mr. Goetsch clearly expressed Homewood Disposal’s commitment to Park Forest. He described the economic need for renewal of both incentives and he agreed to certain conditions for the renewal. The EDAG members recommend renewal of both incentives with the following conditions:


2. Increase the yearly $5,000 Franchise fee to $15,000 (an increase of $10,000). The EDAG recommends the increase to fund programs for Veterans and seniors. If the contract is not renewed, the applicant would commit to make an annual contribution of $15,000 to the Village for the duration of the incentive agreement.

3. Rate freeze first year, if the contract for refuse is renewed. This is roughly worth $47,000 and with the freeze, the savings would be realized over the term of a contract, as well.



At the February 10, 2021 EDAG meeting, the EDAG members unanimously voted to recommend renewal of both incentives with the above stated conditions. In addition to the EDAG agenda memos, which are attached, Staff’s memo to you includes the data that the subcommittee used in arriving at our recommendation.

While the monetary commitment to social programs, reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in our community and their service area are commendable, the EDAG’s vision for business owners and operators in the Village is to take on leadership roles in addressing systemic racism.

The fact that a corporation with the size and means of Homewood Disposal willingly committed to the subcommittee’s request to make a statement that can be used in marketing and promotions is praiseworthy. When Mr. Goetsch shared that he was responsible for encouraging the continued development in Park Forest and that his office is here, that is the level of commitment that EDAG seeks to encourage and acknowledge. Further, as Chairman, I looked at Homewood Disposal’s website to verify their public presentation of diversity, equity and inclusion. As a witness of their refuse service, however, it does appear that people serving Park Forest do not necessarily reflect the local population. But that is not to say that their employees who reach as far east as Valparaiso and west as Joliet are not more diverse, or reflect the image of their entire service area. Homewood Disposal’s acceptance of the conditions is predicated on both Resolutions, as recommended, being approved and adopted. I will be in attendance at the March 1 Village Board of Trustees and Mayor meeting to answer any questions that you may have.

Homewood Disposal - All Park Forest properties

Address

Property Index

Number

Current Property


Example Without

incentive

Example value of the

incentive using 2019

values

11 South St 31-25-209-019 5-80 $ 15,367 $ 15,367

25 South St 31-25-201-008 5-80 $ 13,438 $ 13,438

50 South St 31-25-208-017 1-00 $ 4,082 $ 4,082

46 South St 31-25-208-018 100 $ 4,082 $ 4,082

30 South St 31-25-208-019 8-80 $ 5,119 $ 12,797 $ 7,678

30 South St 31-25-208-020 8-93 $ 10,983 $ 27,458 $ 16,475

30 South St 31-25-208-021 8-93 $ 14,374 $ 35,935 $ 21,561

20 South St 31-25-208-022 5-80 $ 11,532 $ 11,532

90 Cheer Skill Way 31-25-209-005 1-00 $ 12,708 $ 12,708

49 South St 31-25-209-006 5-17 $ 76,197 $ 76,197

57 South St 31-25-209-007 5-17 $ 76,469 $ 76,469

53 South St 31-25-209-008 5-90 $ 60,668 $ 60,668

51 South St 31-25-209-009 5-90 $ 62,491 $ 62,491

25 South St 31-25-209-014 5-80 $ 14,110 $ 14,110

25 South St 31-25-209-015 5-93 $ 18,394 $ 18,394

25 South St 31-25-209-016 8-93 $ 12,793 $ 31,984 $ 19,190

25 South St 31-25-209-017 8-93 $ 6,587 $ 16,468 $ 9,881

25 South St 31-25-209-018 5-80 $ 16,443 $ 16,443 $ 9,866

Total property tax $ 435,838 $ 510,623

Current value of incentive $ 74,785

New value of the incentive $ 84,651

Memorandum

DATE: February 4, 2021 TO: EDAG Chairman Phillip Perkins Economic Development Advisory Group Members FROM: Sandra Zoellner, Staff Liaison Assistant Director of Economic Development and Planning RE: Incentive renewal request 25 South Street, Park Forest IL 60466 PINS: 31-25-209-016-0000, 31-25-209-017-0000 and 31-25-209-018-0000 Introduction

In 1993, Star/A&J Disposal acquired 25 South Street. In 1995, Star/A&J Disposal planned a 100’ x 125’ addition to an existing 80’ x 80’ building. The existing building was not intended to have the benefit of an incentive (the application and the resolution indicate this). The proposed building was to expand the recycling effort for both commercial and residential customers. They needed more space to handle, sort and store the recycled materials indoors. They received a Cook County Class 6 incentive which, at the time was a 10 year program, providing an approximate 60% property break for 8 years with phased in step ups in years 9 and 10. In 2004, the Village Board and Mayor approved a Resolution for a Cook County Class 8 incentive to support Star Disposal aka as Homewood Disposal tear down of the existing building and construction of a new bigger building.

COOK COUNTY CLASS 8 PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE

Cook County offers a tax incentive, known as the Class 8 incentive, which is designed to encourage property owners to undertake new construction, or substantial rehabilitation or reutilization of abandoned buildings for commercial purposes. The Class 8 incentive assesses qualifying real estate at a reduced assessment level for a period of 12 years from the date that new construction or substantial rehabilitation is completed and reassessed or, in the case of abandoned property, from the date of substantial reoccupation. For commercial and industrial property, the assessment is reduced from 25 percent to 10 percent of market value for the first 10 years, to 15 percent in year 11 and 20 percent in year 12. The incentive is renewable with the Village’s support. Because Park Forest is located in both Rich and Bloom Townships, the only qualifier for the Cook County Class 8 incentive is support of the municipality. If the EDAG supports the requested property tax incentive, the Village Board will be asked to approve a Resolution stating its support for the applicant’s request of the County incentive. The property owner is then responsible for submitting a formal application to the Cook County Assessor for this incentive.

Background

25 South Street has six PINs. The building is a landscape waste transfer facility situated on just over 5 acres.

While the Village provided a Resolution supporting a Cook County Class 8 Incentive in 2004, the applicant did not appeal for the classification change until 2011. In the past, the Assessor had not set a time frame for when applicants submit the appeal for reclassification. Villages historically have not specified a start date in the incentive resolution. The County no longer accepts resolutions that are more than 2 years old.

In 2013, the Village of Park Forest served as a local agency sponsor for Homewood Disposal to pursue grant funding for its transition to Compressed Natural Gas facilities and fleet inventory serving Park Forest and the southland region. The grant, totaling $4,176,000, was through Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement Program funding. It was ultimately approved by the Chicago

Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP). The local match $626,250 was funded by Star/Homewood Disposal.

The EDAG incentive subcommittee and staff met February 3. Following deliberation, the subcommittee and found:

1. The PINs -016 and -017 will have had the benefit of a classification incentive for 18 (eighteen) years.

2. The applicant’s community involvement and social engagement remained steady (see Exhibit A).

3. The applicant has experienced some immediate and long term impacts to their business model and proved a need for renewal of the incentive, with some conditions.

Recommendation

Therefore, the EDAG incentive subcommittee recommends:

1. To add PIN -018 to the classification incentive. 2. To renew the classification incentive for PINS -016 and -017. 3. The following conditions apply to renewal of the incentive as it applies to all three PINs as a

whole: a. If and when the Village converts any vehicles in its fleet to CNG, to allow the Village of

Park Forest to have access to the fueling station. b. Increase the yearly $5,000 Franchise fee to $15,000 (an increase of $10,000). The

subcommittee recommends the increase to fund programs for Veterans and seniors. If the contract is not renewed, the applicant would commit to make an annual contribution of $15,000 to the Village for the duration of the incentive agreement.

c. Rate freeze first year, if the contract for refuse is renewed. This is roughly worth $47,000 and with the freeze, the savings would be realized over the term of a contract, as well.

d. Continue the street sweeping tipping benefit (400 tons) for the term of the incentive agreement

e. Commit to a testimonial acknowledging the benefit of operating in a diverse community, and acknowledge Park Forest’s demographics.

Schedule for Consideration

Staff requests the EDAG’s review, consideration and recommendation at the February 10, EDAG meeting. The EDAG’s recommendation will be presented for consideration to the Mayor and Board of Trustees at a TBD Board meetings.

Exhibit A

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RESOLUTION NO. R

A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A COOK COUNTY CLASS 8 TAX ASSESSMENT

CLASSIFICATION FOR 25 SOUTH STREET, IN THE VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST, COOK

AND WILL COUNTIES, ILLINOIS, P.I.N. 31-25-209-016-0000;

31-25-209-017-0000; and 31-25-209-018-0000

WHEREAS, the Village of Park Forest (the “Village”) desires to promote the development, attraction, retention and expansion of business and industry in the Village of Park Forest; and

WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has adopted the Cook County Real Property Classification Ordinance which created the Class 8 Tax Assessment Program to encourage industrial and commercial development and redevelopment in Cook County; and

WHEREAS, the Property described below is located within Rich Township, one of five townships

targeted by the South Suburban Tax Reactivation Pilot Program, and is eligible for the Class 8 incentive without any application certification of the area; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Cook County Real Property Assessment Classification Ordinance,

real estate used primarily for industrial or commercial purposes that is newly constructed, substantially rehabilitated or found abandoned and located in one of the townships targeted under the South Suburban Tax Reactivation Program may qualify for the Class 8 incentive; and

WHEREAS, the Cook County Assessor is operating under an Ordinance enacted by the Cook

County Board of Commissioners, as changed from time to time; and

WHEREAS, the Village of Park Forest is a Home Rule municipality within the purview of Article VII, Section 6(a) for the Illinois Constitution (1970) and may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and

WHEREAS, Homewood Disposal, has requested that the Mayor and Board of Trustees grant

approval of the renewal of the Cook County Class 8 Tax Assessment Classification; and WHEREAS, renewal of the Cook County Class 8 Tax Assessment Classification is materially

necessary for the continued economic viability of the business because it will allow for new and further investment, of all types, and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees find that renewal is justified; and WHEREAS, in order to promote commercial and industrial stability, enhance property values of

neighboring commercial property, prevent potential blight brought on by vacancy, and retain quality jobs within the Village, the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest have determined that it is in the best interests of the Village to renew the Class 8 incentive for the Property; and

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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, in the exercise of the Village’s home rule authority, as follows:

Section 1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof. Section 2. That the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, find that the Class 8 incentive program allowed by an ordinance of Cook County, Illinois, is necessary for the retention of the business operating at the Property and expressly support and consent to the granting of a Class 8 Tax Assessment Classification for the retention of the business at 25 South Street. Section 3. The Mayor and Board of Trustees further support the Class 8 incentive for the Property with the following terms and conditions:

a. If and when the Village converts any vehicles in its fleet to CNG, to allow the Village of Park Forest to have access to the fueling station.

b. Increase the yearly $5,000 Franchise fee to $15,000 (an increase of $10,000) for the duration of the incentive agreement.

c. Rate freeze first year, if the contract for refuse is renewed. d. Continue the street sweeping tipping benefit (400 tons) for the term of the incentive

agreement e. Commit to a testimonial acknowledging the benefit of operating in a diverse community,

and acknowledge Park Forest’s demographics. Section 4. If any section, paragraph, clause or provision of this resolution shall be held invalid, the invalidity thereof shall not affect any of the other provisions of this resolution. Section 5. All resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.

Section 6. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication as provided by law. PASSED this 15th day of March, 2021.

APPROVED: ATTEST:

_________________________________ ___________________________________

Jonathan Vanderbilt Sheila McGann Village Mayor Village Clerk __________________________________ Kyle Yonker Homewood Disposal

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MEMORANDUM DATE: March 2, 2021 TO: Mayor Jonathan Vanderbilt Village Board of Trustees FROM: Sandra Zoellner Assistant Director of Economic Development and Planning RE: Consideration of an Economic Development Incentive and Resolution Supporting a Cook

County Class 8 Incentive Renewal for 30 South Street INTRODUCTION A third generation family owned business since 1956, Homewood Disposal provides residential, commercial, and industrial waste services to thousands of residential customers and 12,500 commercial customers in 80 local communities. They also provide special hauling, street sweeping, and portable restroom services in Chicagoland and NW Indiana. They have locations in Homewood, Joliet, Kankakee, and Gary and Valparaiso, Indiana. While the headquarters is in Homewood, they have made a significant investment in Park Forest. Since 1994, Homewood Disposal has been buying property in Park Forest. Today, they own 18 PINS, comprising 10 addresses, and roughly 18 acres, as shown in the following aerial photograph. 30 North Street is outlined in yellow.

BACKGROUND

In 2019, Homewood Disposal paid $435,838 in taxes attributable to all of the properties in Park Forest. The Village portion (roughly 44.3%) of the taxes was $193,295. Of the eighteen PINS owned by Homewood Disposal, five of the parcels have a Class 8 Incentive and in 2019 the incentive value was $74,785. The Village of Park Forest portion of the incentive was $37,543. Homewood Disposal’s community support (see Exhibit A

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in the attached EDAG Agenda Packets) was $31,430, which was not a condition of an incentive, it was a condition of the refuse contract. The refuse contract expires in December 2023.

Homewood Disposal – 30 South Street

Address Property Index

Number Property




30 South St 31-25-208-019 8-80 $ 5,119 $ 12,797 $ 7,678

30 South St 31-25-208-020 8-93 $ 10,983 $ 27,458 $ 16,475

30 South St 31-25-208-021 8-93 $ 14,374 $ 35,935 $ 21,561

This would be the first renewal for 30 South Street. COOK COUNTY CLASS 8 PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE

Cook County offers a tax incentive, known as the Class 8 incentive, which is designed to encourage property owners to undertake new construction, or substantial rehabilitation or reutilization of abandoned buildings for commercial purposes. The Class 8 incentive assesses qualifying real estate at a reduced assessment level for a period of 12 years from the date that new construction or substantial rehabilitation is completed and reassessed or, in the case of abandoned property, from the date of substantial reoccupation. For commercial and industrial property, the assessment is reduced from 25 percent to 10 percent of market value for the first 10 years, to 15 percent in year 11 and 20 percent in year 12. The incentive is renewable with the Village’s support. Because Park Forest is located in both Rich and Bloom Townships, the only qualifier for the Cook County Class 8 incentive is support of the municipality. If the EDAG supports the requested property tax incentive, the Village Board will be asked to approve a Resolution stating its support for the applicant’s request of the County incentive. The property owner is then responsible for submitting a formal application to the Cook County Assessor for this incentive. EVALUATION

The members of the Economic Development Advisory Group reviewed the applications at their January 13 and February 10, 2021 meetings. EDAG Chairperson followed up with Robert Goetsch, Vice President of Operations, by GoToMeeting February 4, and the EDAG incentive subcommittee met virtually twice. Staff’s February 10 memo to the EDAG as well as a memo from the EDAG Chairman Phillip Perkins are included for your review. Staff and the EDAG request that the Board consider the requests submitted by Homewood Disposals for renewal of the Cook County Class 8 Classification incentive. RECOMMENDATION

EDAG recommended consideration of the Incentive with the following conditions. The conditions are included in the Resolution:


2. Increase the yearly $5,000 Franchise fee to $15,000 (an increase of $10,000). The subcommittee recommends the increase to fund programs for Veterans and seniors. If the contract is not renewed, the applicant would commit to make an annual contribution of $15,000 to the Village for the duration of the incentive agreement.

3. Rate freeze first year, if the contract for refuse is renewed. (This is roughly worth $47,000 in the first year and with the freeze, the savings would be realized over the term of a contract, as well. The savings based on a 2% increase, over the next twelve years, would be $622,000.)

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Clarification Note: While the requests are presented in separate Resolutions, the recommendation conditions are shared between the two. The figures and dollar amounts quoted in the recommendation are for the combined recommendation of both Resolutions and are not to be considered independent or double.

SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the agenda of the Regular Meeting of March 15, 2021 for your consideration.

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Economic Development

Advisory Group

Chairperson

Phillip Perkins

Vice Chairperson

Members

Margaret Banks

Mercedes Gross

Kreshina Ingram

Mike Jordan

Maurae McCants

John V. Moore

Trustee Liaison

Joseph A. Woods

Staff Liaison

Sandra Zoellner

Secretary

Dolores Dubois

MEMORANDUM

DATE: February 23, 2021 FROM: Phillip Perkins, EDAG Chairperson TO: Village Board of Trustees and Mayor RE: Incentive Renewal Applications for Homewood Disposal 30 South Street In late 2020, the Economic Development Advisory Group established a subcommittee to review incentive requests. The two requests submitted by Homewood Disposal are the first requests considered by the subcommittee. In our initial review, we were going to recommend renewal of 30 South Street but not 25 South Street because the applicant failed to persuasively describe an economic hardship and didn’t commit to additional community support. Consequently, Bob Goetsch, Vice President of Operations, Homewood Disposal, Sandra Zoellner, and I met by GoToMeeting. The meeting was productive. Mr. Goetsch clearly expressed Homewood Disposal’s commitment to Park Forest. He described the economic need for renewal of both incentives and he agreed to certain conditions for the renewal. The EDAG members recommend renewal of both incentives with the following conditions:


2. Increase the yearly $5,000 Franchise fee to $15,000 (an increase of $10,000). The EDAG recommends the increase to fund programs for Veterans and seniors. If the contract is not renewed, the applicant would commit to make an annual contribution of $15,000 to the Village for the duration of the incentive agreement.

3. Rate freeze first year, if the contract for refuse is renewed. This is roughly worth $47,000 and with the freeze, the savings would be realized over the term of a contract, as well.



At the February 10, 2021 EDAG meeting, the EDAG members unanimously voted to recommend renewal of both incentives with the above stated conditions. In addition to the EDAG agenda memos, which are attached, Staff’s memo to you includes the data that the subcommittee used in arriving at our recommendation.

While the monetary commitment to social programs, reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in our community and their service area are commendable, the EDAG’s vision for business owners and operators in the Village is to take on leadership roles in addressing systemic racism.

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The fact that a corporation with the size and means of Homewood Disposal willingly committed to the subcommittee’s request to make a statement that can be used in marketing and promotions is praiseworthy. When Mr. Goetsch shared that he was responsible for encouraging the continued development in Park Forest and that his office is here, that is the level of commitment that EDAG seeks to encourage and acknowledge. Further, as Chairman, I looked at Homewood Disposal’s website to verify their public presentation of diversity, equity and inclusion. As a witness of their refuse service, however, it does appear that people serving Park Forest do not necessarily reflect the local population. But that is not to say that their employees who reach as far east as Valparaiso and west as Joliet are not more diverse, or reflect the image of their entire service area.

Homewood Disposal’s acceptance of the conditions is predicated on both Resolutions, as recommended, being approved and adopted.

I will be in attendance at the March 1 Village Board of Trustees and Mayor meeting to answer any questions that you may have.

Homewood Disposal - All Park Forest properties

Address Property

Index Number

Current Property


Example Without

incentive

Example value of the incentive

using 2019 values

11 South St 31-25-209-019 5-80 $ 15,367 $ 15,367

25 South St 31-25-201-008 5-80 $ 13,438 $ 13,438

50 South St 31-25-208-017 1-00 $ 4,082 $ 4,082

46 South St 31-25-208-018 100 $ 4,082 $ 4,082

30 South St 31-25-208-019 8-80 $ 5,119 $ 12,797 $ 7,678

30 South St 31-25-208-020 8-93 $ 10,983 $ 27,458 $ 16,475

30 South St 31-25-208-021 8-93 $ 14,374 $ 35,935 $ 21,561

20 South St 31-25-208-022 5-80 $ 11,532 $ 11,532

90 Cheer Skill Way 31-25-209-005 1-00 $ 12,708 $ 12,708

49 South St 31-25-209-006 5-17 $ 76,197 $ 76,197

57 South St 31-25-209-007 5-17 $ 76,469 $ 76,469

53 South St 31-25-209-008 5-90 $ 60,668 $ 60,668

51 South St 31-25-209-009 5-90 $ 62,491 $ 62,491

25 South St 31-25-209-014 5-80 $ 14,110 $ 14,110

25 South St 31-25-209-015 5-93 $ 18,394 $ 18,394

25 South St 31-25-209-016 8-93 $ 12,793 $ 31,984 $ 19,190

25 South St 31-25-209-017 8-93 $ 6,587 $ 16,468 $ 9,881

25 South St 31-25-209-018 5-80 $ 16,443 $ 16,443 $ 9,866

Total property tax $ 435,838 $ 510,623

Current value of incentive $ 74,785

New value of the incentive $ 84,651

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Memorandum

DATE: February 4, 2021 TO: EDAG Chairman Phillip Perkins Economic Development Advisory Group Members FROM: Sandra Zoellner, Staff Liaison Assistant Director of Economic Development and Planning RE: Incentive renewal request 30 South Street, Park Forest IL 60466 PINS: 31-25-208-019-0000, 31-25-208-020-0000, 31-25-208-021-0000 Introduction

In June 2007, the Village of Park Forest obtained the tax deed to the property at 30 South Street as part of a No- Cash Bid process that was initiated during the 2005 Cook County Scavenger Sale. Star Investments LLC (Homewood Disposal) bought the property and the adjacent vacant lot from the Village in April 2008. They demolished the existing building and built a new building on approximately 2 acres. The Village provided a Resolution for the Cook County Class 8 Incentive in April 2008. Because the applicant did not submit the appeal to Cook County Assessor until July 2010, the Village provided a letter of continued support for the Class 8.

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Cook County Class 8 Property Tax Incentive

Cook County offers a tax incentive, known as the Class 8 incentive, which is designed to encourage property owners to undertake new construction, or substantial rehabilitation or reutilization of abandoned buildings for commercial purposes. The Class 8 incentive assesses qualifying real estate at a reduced assessment level for a period of 12 years from the date that new construction or substantial rehabilitation is completed and reassessed or, in the case of abandoned property, from the date of substantial reoccupation. For commercial and industrial property, the assessment is reduced from 25 percent to 10 percent of market value for the first 10 years, to 15 percent in year 11 and 20 percent in year 12. The incentive is renewable with the Village’s support. Because Park Forest is located in both Rich and Bloom Townships, the only qualifier for the Cook County Class 8 incentive is support of the municipality. If the EDAG supports the requested property tax incentive, the Village Board will be asked to approve a Resolution stating its support for the applicant’s request of the County incentive. The property owner is then responsible for submitting a formal application to the Cook County Assessor for this incentive. Background The following table shows the PINs and the taxes for 2019.

Address Property Index Number

Property Class

Actual 2019 Taxes Paid



1 30 South St 31-25-208-019 8-80 $ 5,118.89 $ 12,797.23 $ 7,678.34 2 30 South St 31-25-208-020 8-93 $ 10,983.18 $ 27,457.95 $ 16,474.77 3 30 South St 31-25-208-021 8-93 $ 14,373.87 $ 35,934.68 $ 21,560.81 Total $ 30,475.94 $ 76,189.85 $ 45,713.91

Following the EDAG meeting January 20, the EDAG incentive subcommittee and staff met February 3 to further evaluate the application. Following deliberation, the subcommittee found:

1. The property will have had the benefit of a classification incentive for 10 (ten) years.

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2. The applicant’s community involvement and social engagement remains steady and is consistent with the Village’s goals (see Exhibit A).

3. The applicant is willing to increase its commitment to community engagement. 4. That the applicant could expand elsewhere and has chosen to remain and expand their facilities in Park

Forest. 5. The applicant has experienced some immediate and long term impacts to their business model and

proved a need for renewal of the incentive, with some conditions.

Recommendation

Therefore, the EDAG incentive subcommittee recommends:

1. To renew the classification incentive for all three PINS. 2. The following conditions apply to renewal of the incentive as it applies to all three PINs as a whole


b. Increase the yearly $5,000 Franchise fee to $15,000 (an increase of $10,000). The subcommittee recommends the increase to fund programs for Veterans and seniors. If the contract is not renewed, the applicant would commit to make an annual contribution of $15,000 to the Village for the duration of the incentive agreement.

c. Rate freeze first year, if the contract for refuse is renewed. This is roughly worth $47,000 and with the freeze, the savings would be realized over the term of a contract, as well.

d. Continue the street sweeping tipping benefit (400 tons) for the term of the incentive agreement e. Commit to a testimonial acknowledging the benefit of operating in a diverse community, and

acknowledge Park Forest’s demographics.

Schedule for Consideration

Staff requests the EDAG’s review, consideration and recommendation at the February 10, EDAG meeting. The EDAG’s recommendation will be presented for consideration to the Mayor and Board of Trustees at TBD Board meetings.

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Exhibit A

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RESOLUTION NO. R

A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A COOK COUNTY CLASS 8 TAX ASSESSMENT

CLASSIFICATION FOR 30 SOUTH STREET, IN THE VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST, COOK

AND WILL COUNTIES, ILLINOIS, P.I.N. 31-25-208-019-0000;

31-25-208-020-0000; and 31-25-208-021-0000

WHEREAS, the Village of Park Forest (the “Village”) desires to promote the development, attraction, retention and expansion of business and industry in the Village of Park Forest; and

WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners has adopted the Cook County Real Property Classification Ordinance which created the Class 8 Tax Assessment Program to encourage industrial and commercial development and redevelopment in Cook County; and

WHEREAS, the Property described below is located within Rich Township, one of five townships

targeted by the South Suburban Tax Reactivation Pilot Program, and is eligible for the Class 8 incentive without any application certification of the area; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the Cook County Real Property Assessment Classification Ordinance,

real estate used primarily for industrial or commercial purposes that is newly constructed, substantially rehabilitated or found abandoned and located in one of the townships targeted under the South Suburban Tax Reactivation Program may qualify for the Class 8 incentive; and

WHEREAS, the Cook County Assessor is operating under an Ordinance enacted by the Cook

County Board of Commissioners, as changed from time to time; and

WHEREAS, the Village of Park Forest is a Home Rule municipality within the purview of Article VII, Section 6(a) for the Illinois Constitution (1970) and may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and

WHEREAS, Homewood Disposal, has requested that the Mayor and Board of Trustees grant

approval of the renewal of the Cook County Class 8 Tax Assessment Classification; and WHEREAS, renewal of the Cook County Class 8 Tax Assessment Classification is materially

necessary for the continued economic viability of the business because it will allow for new and further investment, of all types, and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees find that renewal is justified; and WHEREAS, in order to promote commercial and industrial stability, enhance property values of

neighboring commercial property, prevent potential blight brought on by vacancy, and retain quality jobs within the Village, the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest have determined that it is in the best interests of the Village to renew the Class 8 incentive for the Property; and

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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, in the exercise of the Village’s home rule authority, as follows:

Section 1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof. Section 2. That the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, find that the Class 8 incentive program allowed by an ordinance of Cook County, Illinois, is necessary for the retention of the business operating at the Property and expressly support and consent to the granting of a Class 8 Tax Assessment Classification for the retention of the business at 30 South Street. Section 3. The Mayor and Board of Trustees further support the Class 8 incentive for the Property with the following terms and conditions:


b. Increase the yearly $5,000 Franchise fee to $15,000 (an increase of $10,000) for the duration of the incentive agreement.

c. Rate freeze first year, if the contract for refuse is renewed. d. Continue the street sweeping tipping benefit (400 tons) for the term of the incentive

agreement e. Commit to a testimonial acknowledging the benefit of operating in a diverse community,

and acknowledge Park Forest’s demographics. Section 4. If any section, paragraph, clause or provision of this resolution shall be held invalid, the invalidity thereof shall not affect any of the other provisions of this resolution. Section 5. All resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.

Section 6. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication as provided by law. PASSED this 15th day of March, 2021.

APPROVED: ATTEST:

_________________________________ ___________________________________

Jonathan Vanderbilt Sheila McGann Village Mayor Village Clerk __________________________________ Kyle Yonker Homewood Disposal

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: March 2, 2021

TO: Mayor Jon Vanderbilt

Board of Trustees

FROM: Roderick Ysaguirre - Director of Public Works/Village Engineer

RE: A Resolution for Construction on a State Highway

BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:

Chapter 121 of the Illinois Revised Statues requires that any person, firm or corporation

desiring to do work on state maintained Right of Way must first obtain a written permit from

the Illinois Department of Transportation. This includes any emergency work on broken

water mains or sewers.

A surety bond is required with each permit application to insure that all work is completed in

accordance with state specifications and that the right of way work is properly restored. For

permit work to be performed by employees of a municipality, a signed and certified

resolution is acceptable in lieu of the surety bond. This resolution does not constitute a

blanket permit for work on the State system nor does it relieve contractors hired by the

municipality from conforming to the normal bonding requirements nor from obtaining state

permits. A separate application must still be made in each instance and in the case of any

emergency work, verbal authority may be given prior to receipt of the written application.

After normal working hours or weekends, this authority can be obtained from the

Communications Center at (847) 705-4612. IDOT is also requesting that the Village

withhold the issuance of Building Permits along State Highways until the builder/applicant

shows evidence of a State Highway permit having been obtained.

The resolution and certification is requested by IDOT to be approved for a period of two

years. This will save time and effort, as well as, reduce the annual paperwork associated with

an annual resolution. This resolution will cover calendar years 2021 and 2022.

RECOMMENDATION: Approve and adopt the attached Resolution.

SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the Agenda of the

Regular Meeting of March 15, 2021 for your consideration.

RESOLUTION No. _____

A Resolution for Construction on a State Highway

WHEREAS, The Village of Park Forest, hereinafter referred to as MUNICIPALITY, located in

the County of Cook and Will, State of Illinois, desires to undertake, in the years of

2021 and 2022, the location, construction, operation and maintenance of

driveways and street returns, water mains, sanitary and storm sewers, street lights,

traffic signals, sidewalk, landscaping, etc., on State highways, within said

MUNICIPALITY which by law and/or agreement come under the jurisdiction and

control of the Department of Transportation of the State of Illinois hereinafter

referred to as DEPARTMENT; and,

WHEREAS, an individual working permit must be obtained from the DEPARTMENT prior to

any of the aforesaid installations being constructed either by the

MUNICIPALITY, or by a private person or firm under contract and supervision

of the MUNICIPALITY.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and the Board of Trustees of the

Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois that:

FIRST: that the MUNICIPALITY hereby pledges its good faith and guarantees that all work

shall be performed in accordance with conditions of the permit to be granted by the

DEPARTMENT, and to hold the State of Illinois harmless during the prosecution of such work,

and assume all liability for damages to person or property due to accident or otherwise by reason

of the work which is to be performed under the provision of said permit.

SECOND: that all authorized officials of the MUNICIPALITY are hereby instructed and

authorized to sign said working permit on behalf of the MUNICIPALITY.

PASSED this 15th day of March, 2021.

APPROVED: ATTEST:

____________________________ _______________________________

Mayor Village Clerk

Seal

CERTIFICATE OF RESOLUTION

I, the undersigned, do herby certify that I am the duly qualified and appointed

Village Clerk of the Village of Park Forest, in the Counties and State aforesaid;

and as such Clerk, I am the keeper of the official journal, records and files of the

Village Board of said Village.

I do further certify that the attached and foregoing is a full, true and correct copy

of:

Resolution No.__________

Passed and Approved

March _____, 2021

As adopted by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest at a

legally convened meeting in the Village of Park Forest.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto affixed my official signature and the

corporate seal of said Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois

this ______ day of March 2021.

_____________________________________

Sheila McGann - Village Clerk

SEAL

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: March 3, 2021 TO: Mayor Vanderbilt Board of Trustees FROM: Nicholas Christie, P.E. Assistant Director of Public Works RE: Resolution Authorizing the Village of Park Forest to execute the Subrecipient

agreement with Cook County for Community Development Block Grant funds BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:

In January, the Village was notified that it has been awarded a $300,000 Cook County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The awarded project will install approximately 11,493 linear feet of Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP) liner of sanitary sewers within the Eastgate neighborhood. Deteriorated sanitary sewers take on storm water inundation causing home backups and sanitary sewer overflows (SSO’s). Collapsed sewers can have an even more damaging impact on the neighborhood and the environment. In the past five years, three sections of sewers in the Village have collapsed, requiring over 700 feet of new sanitary sewer to be installed at a cost to the Village of over $80,000 per incident. Installing CIPP liner in the sewer system will prevent collapse and extend the service life of the sewer by at least 50 years. This method of addressing the Village’s deteriorating sewer system is extremely cost effective in comparison to pipe replacement. The Village and its partners have invested a significant amount other resources in this neighborhood in order to stabilize it and enhance the quality of life. Over the course of the past 10 years, this has included the demolition/deconstruction of 70 vacant, blighted houses. An additional 14 houses had been demolished in the years preceding 2010. Between the Village and the South Suburban Land Bank and Development Authority, 69 of these vacant lots are in public ownership. Two of the vacant lots were converted to a public park in response to a visioning effort in the neighborhood in 2014 when the overwhelming need expressed by Eastgate residents was for a new park in the east portion of the neighborhood. The FY21 Sewer Fund includes $400,000 to undertake this project, with $300,000 being reimbursable through this CDBG grant. The attached Resolution authorizes the Mayor or Village Manager to sign all documents and agreements with Cook County related to this award. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the March 15th Regular Meeting consent agenda for Board approval.

RESOLUTION No. ________

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST

TO EXECUTE THE SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT FOR A 2020

COOK COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT

WHEREAS, Cook County has awarded the Village of Park Forest a $300,000 Community Development Block Grant to improve approximately 11,493 linear feet of cured in place pipe (CIPP) liner within the sanitary sewer pipe system.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND THE BOARD OF

TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST, COOK AND WILL COUNTIES,

ILLINOIS, in the exercise of their home rule powers as follows:

Section 1: The Village Mayor and Village Clerk are hereby directed and authorized to submit the Subrecipient Agreement, all understandings and assurances and to execute the 2020 Community Development Block Grant Program Year Agreements with the County of Cook, Illinois for Project Number 2007-097, a copy of which is on file with the Village Clerk.

Section 2: The Village Mayor or Village Manager be and are hereby directed and authorized to execute any and all additional documents necessary to carry out the 2020 Community Development Block Grant Program for the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, and, when necessary, the Village Clerk is directed and authorized to attest the signature of the Village Mayor or Village Manager. Dated this 15th day of March, 2021.

APPROVED: ATTEST:

Jonathan Vanderbilt, Mayor (Signature) Sheila McGann, Village Clerk (Signature) Printed Name Printed Name

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: March 2, 2021 TO: Mayor Jonathan Vanderbilt Board of Trustees FROM: Kevin Adams Assistant Director of Recreation, Parks & Community Health RE: New Aqua Center Management Agreement BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:

The Village has contracted management of the Aqua Center to Jeff Ellis Management (JEM) since the 2017 season. The original contract was a 3-year agreement that ended after the 2019 season. Staff was reasonably pleased with the scope of services provided by JEM over the original 3-year agreement and presented to the Board in January 2020 a proposal to continue the relationship by entering into another three (3) year agreement to begin with the 2020 season. This was approved by the Board. Unfortunately, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2020 season was cancelled due to Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) restrictions. Staff then received addendums to the original agreement for both an additional year (to replace the lost 2020 season) and to adjust labor costs due to the Cook County and State of Illinois minimum wage revisions. While staff was amenable to the additional year, the increase to labor costs (a combined increase of $121,295.28 over the 2021-2022 seasons) proved problematic. After discussion with JEM staff proved futile, staff made the difficult decision to terminate the service agreement with JEM in January of 2021. When negotiations with JEM reached an impasse, staff began the process of looking for potential aquatics management firms to partner with for the 2021 season. As the Board may remember, although staff was pleased with Jeff Ellis Management’s original offer, they were the only aquatics firm to bid on managing the facility in 2017. Through this research, Staff became aware of CELTS Aquatics Group (CELTS), a south suburban based agency, and a series of proposals were presented to the Village for consideration. CELTS Aquatics Group is a full-scale aquatics company that proposes to provide all day-to-day operations of the facility, centered around lifeguarding services and pool maintenance, but also offering full turnkey operations including providing staff for cash-handling (membership sales, party rentals and daily fees). CELTS currently offers these services at the Matteson Community Center and the Forest Preserve District of Cook County’s three pools. Along with managing pool operations and lifeguarding, CELTS would provide custodial maintenance and maintain water quality per IDPH standards. CELTS would also be responsible for all training and certification of lifeguards, first aid, safety and emergency equipment and office supplies. Lastly, CELTS would conduct necessary pre and post season chores to open and winterize the facility.

CELTS has provided two (2) service agreements to consider. Option #1 (Water Safety Services) CELTS would provide lifeguarding services and pool maintenance, but would not be responsible for any cash handling (membership sales, rental fees, daily fees). Consequently, the Village would be responsible for all cash handling services and would provide staffing for the front counter. Option #2 (Total Aquatic Management) CELTS proposes to manage all operations included in Option #1 as well as provide front desk services including cash handling, membership sales, daily pass sales and facility rentals. The Village would not be responsible for any staffing at the facility. To better compare the costs associated with both options, staff has included expense comparisons for the Board’s review. With both options, the Village would be responsible for grounds and landscape maintenance and the purchase of water treatment chemicals, major repairs to operating equipment such as pumps and capital expenditures. Additionally, labor costs for CELTS would not exceed the amounts represented in the agreement. CELTS is also proposing a longer season with both options. As the Board recalls, in our recent agreement with JEM, a reduced 12-week season was presented to allow for a more fiscally responsible contract. CELTS is proposing a season that starts on Memorial Day and ends on Labor Day, annually, allowing for a 14-week season and consequently more pool time for residents and members. CELTS will provide, in addition to lifeguarding services and pool management, total aquatic programming, scheduled appropriately to meet the needs of all segments of the community. Thirty (30) percent of revenue from programming will go to the Village. The proposal also includes concession stand operation. CELTS proposes to provide the Village with a $1,500.00 license fee along with commission of six (6) percent on all revenue from the concession stand. CELTS also proposes to offer daily cabana rentals, semi-monthly Water Splash Course and a monthly Movie Night. All proceeds from these events will go to the Village. As outlined above, CELTS presents two (2) options for the Village to choose from: Option #1 (Water Safety Services) a 14–week season that includes special events at a 2021 cost of $178,482.00. The 3-year cost is projected to $547,178.00. Option #2 (Total Aquatics Management) a 14–week season that includes special events and front desk services (pass sales, facility rentals). The 2021 cost for this option is $207,821.00. The 3-year cost is projected to $637,297.00. Staff recommends that the Board moves forward and contract with CELTS Aquatics Group to manage the Park Forest Aqua Center, as outlined in their proposal, selecting Option #2 for a three (3) year period at a 2021 annual cost of $207,821.00 and total contract cost $637,297.00. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the Agenda of the Regular Meeting of March 15, 2021 for your consideration.

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: March 2, 2021

TO: Mayor Jon Vanderbilt

Board of Trustees

FROM: Robert Gunther

Director of Recreation & Parks

RE: Truck Purchase


The current budget includes $90,000 to replace two Recreation & Parks service vehicles;

trucks # 150 and #152. Truck #150, purchased in 2003 has 45,700 miles. This heavily used,

1-Ton dump truck hauls soil, gravel, screenings and mulch to maintain parks and ballfields.

It is also used in urban forestry operations to remove tree chippings and debris as well as

towing mowers and tractors as needed. Truck # 152, purchased in 2006 has 50,547. This

vehicle is used by Building Maintenance Specialists for plumbing, electrical, HVAC and

general maintenance of all Village buildings and facilities. Reconditioning to this vehicle has

included paint and bodywork to remove rust and suspension upgrades.

The proposed replacement purchase for truck # 150 is a Ford F350, 4x4, flex-fuel, with dump

bed. The proposed replacement for truck # 152 is a Ford F350, flex-fuel with a general

service body. Flex-fuel engines use either regular gasoline or fuels with a higher alcohol

content such as E85.

Purchase from Currie Commercial Center in Frankfort, an approved vendor of the South

Suburban Purchasing Cooperative. Delivered price for the 2021, F350 4x4 with dump body

is $44,494.00 and for the 2021 F350 with service body is $43,904.00. Combined total of

$88,398.00. Both proposals are attached. Staff recommends the purchase of these vehicles

from Currie Commercial Center, Frankfort Illinois for a total of $88,398.00.

SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the Agenda of the

Regular Meeting of March 15, 2021 for your consideration.

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: March 2, 2021 TO: Mayor Jonathan Vanderbilt Board of Trustees FROM: Nicholas Christie – Assistant Village Engineer - DPW RE: Renewal of the Residential Water Shut Off Valve Replacement Contract BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:

On May 18, 2021, the Village entered into a contract with Calumet City Plumbing, located in Calumet City, IL, for its Residential Water Shut Off (B-Box) Replacement Annual Maintenance Contract. Under this contract, Calumet City Plumbing replaced 20-30 residential water service shut off valves per month at locations provided by the Village. Village staff is satisfied with the Contractor’s work and the program has been successful. Furthermore, on January 19, 2021, the Village agreed to increase the award to allow for additional b-boxes to be repaired in Fiscal 2021. However, there likely will continue to be more valves that need to be replaced and staff would like to continue the program into the next fiscal year. The contract contains the following language: “Upon written agreement of both parties no later than April 1, 2021 and 2022, this contract may be renewed by the Village of Park Forest for a period of one successive year under the same terms and conditions as in this original contract subject to approval by the Village Board. The contract unit prices may be changed for the renewal periods with price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The total number of renewal years permitted shall not exceed two (2).

Given the above terms of the original contract and amended award, both Village staff and Calumet City Plumbing would like to renew this contract for the 2022 fiscal year at a 1.1% increase (current CPI). See the attached signed agreement by the Contractor including the price tabulation indicating the contract unit costs with an estimated Fiscal 2022 quantity. Funds for this work will be located in Fiscal 2022 Water Fund-Distribution. RECOMMENDATION: Renew the Residential Water Shut off (B-Box) Replacement Annual Maintenance Contract with Calumet City Plumbing from Calumet City, IL, and authorize the Village Manager to enter into said contract in the amount of $228,375. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the Agenda of the Regular meeting of March 15, 2021 for your approval.

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: March 2, 2021 TO: Mayor Jon Vanderbilt

Board of Trustees FROM: Nicholas Christie – Assistant Director of Public Works/Village Engineer SUBJECT: Renewal of Contract for Removal of Lime Residuals BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:

Almost four years ago, on Tuesday, March 28, 2017, at 2:30 p.m., the Department of Public Works opened 3 bids for Removal and Land Application of Lime Residuals from the Water Treatment Plant and Lagoon. Bids were advertised in the Daily Southtown, Village Website, and mailed to 2 known bidders. A total of 10 prospective bidders requested access to view the documents online. Greg Hamann Trucking Company from Grant Park, IL was the lowest bidder in the amount of $216,000. See attached Bid Tab. The Water Plant incorporates a plate press, which dewaters the lime residuals produced by the lime softening process (Water Plant Residuals). The press discharges the residuals, by gravity, into a semi-truck trailer located on the first floor. The Water Plant produces approximately 10 dry tons of residuals per day. The Water Plant also incorporates a settling lagoon which is used as a backup system to the press (Lagoon Residuals). The slurry is pumped to the lagoons where solids are allowed to settle and the remaining water is treated and released or evaporates from the lagoon. Residuals removed from the lagoons are required, as needed. This contract consists of the removal of lime residuals from the Water Plant along with removal of additional residuals accumulated in the lime lagoons. On page 24 of the contract, there is a renewal clause as stated below: “Upon written agreement of both parties no later than March 1, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021, this contract may be renewed by the Village of Park Forest for a period of one successive year under the same terms and conditions as in this original contract subject to approval by the Village Board. The contract unit prices may be changed for the renewal periods with price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The total number of renewal years permitted shall not exceed four (4).”

Staff recommends renewing this contract for Fiscal 2022 at a 1.1% increase based upon CPI. Greg Hamann Trucking successfully completed all items in the current contract and has indicated they would like to renew the contract. See attached signed renewal letter. The attached price tabulation indicates the contract unit costs with an estimated Fiscal 2022 quantity. The contract will be paid from the 2021/2022 Budget under the water fund.

RECOMMENDATION: Award this contract to Greg Hamann Trucking Co. of Grant Park, Illinois for a total price of $232,469.34, with a 25% contingency for any additional work, for a total not to exceed cost of $290,586.68. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the Agenda of the Regular Meeting of March 15, 2021 for your approval.

Park Forest Public Works350 Victory DrivePark Forest, Il 60466

Lime Removal and Disposal Bid Tabulations 3/28/2017

Quanity Unit Unit Price Total Price Unit Price Total Price Unit Price Total Price Unit Price Total PriceWater Plant Residuals 4,000 Tons $40.00 $160,000.00 $37.25 $149,000.00 $35.00 $140,000.00 $38.50 $154,000.00

Lagoon Residuals-Removal 2,000 Tons $45.00 $90,000.00 $72.00 $144,000.00 $38.00 $76,000.00 $41.50 $83,000.00Total $250,000.00 Total $293,000.00 Total $216,000.00 Total $237,000.00

Engineers Estimate Synagro Greg Hamann Trucking Stewart Spreading

Lime Removal and Disposal

Fiscal 2022 Extension

July 1, 2021‐June 30, 2022

Quanity Unit

2021 Unit

Price

New 2022

Unit Price Total Price

Water Plant Residuals 4,000 Tons $37.26 $37.67 $150,679.44

Lagoon Residuals-Removal 2,000 Tons $40.45 $40.89 $81,789.90

Total $232,469.34

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: March 2, 2021 TO: Mayor Vanderbilt Board of Trustees FROM: Nicholas Christie – Asst. Director of Public Works/Village Engineer RE: Renewal of MFT Street Sweeping Maintenance Contract for FY 2022

BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: Almost one year ago, on May 12, 2020 at 3:00 p.m., the Department of Public Works (DPW) opened 3 bids for the FY 20-21 MFT Street Sweeping Maintenance Contract. Invitations to bid were published in the Daily Southtown Newspaper, on the Village Website, in the Illinois Department of Transportation Construction Bulletin, and mailed to 5 known bidders. Advanced Sweeping Services, located in East Chicago, Indiana, was the lowest bidder in the amount of $42,290.55. However, the State of Illinois requires that contractors selected with the use of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) funds must have an Illinois office location. Therefore, Advanced Sweeping did not qualify for award. Illinois Central Sweeping LLC, located in Tinley Park, IL, was the second lowest bidder in the amount of $47,902.00. The maintenance contract provided for 4 Village wide sweeps, 2 Village owned parking lot sweeps, 2 Old Plank Rd. Bike Trail sweeps, and any emergency sweeping throughout the fiscal year, see attached bid tab. Illinois Central Sweeping LLC satisfactorily completed all items requested to date under this year’s contract. According to the Special Provisions included in the contract documents, DPW inserted a Renewal Clause that upon agreement of both parties, this contract can be renewed under the same unit prices, terms, and conditions. Attached is a signed letter indicating Illinois Central Sweeping LLC commitment for renewal. Funds for this work are reflected in the Motor Fuel Tax General Maintenance Resolution and should be adopted into the Fiscal 2022 MFT budget. RECOMMENDATION: Renew for an additional year the FY 20-21 MFT Street Sweeping Maintenance Contract to Illinois Central Sweeping LLC, of Tinley Park, IL, in the amount of $47,902.00 and to authorize the Village Manager to enter into a Contract with Illinois Central Sweeping LLC for this work. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the Agenda of the Regular Meeting of March 15, 2021 for your consideration.

Tabulation of Bids

County:Local Public Agency:

Section:Estimate:

Cook and WillPark Forest

21-00000-01-GM49,350.00

Total

Date:Time:

Appropriation:

5/12/20203:00MFT

Attended By:

1 Village Wide Sweep EA 4 11500.0000 46,000.00$ Item No. Item Delivery Unit Quantity Unit Price

1,500.00$ 3 Bike Trail Sweep EA 2 400.0000 800.00$ 2 Parking Lot Sweep EA 2 750.0000

450.00$ 5 Spec./Emer. Sweep (Sun & Hol) HR 3 200.0000 600.00$ 4 Special/Emergency Sweep HR 3 150.0000

-$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$

-$

Approved Engineer's Estimate

Name of Bidder:Address of Bidder:

Proposal Guarantee:Terms:

-$ -$

420.00000 840.00$ 150.00000 450.00$ 175.00000 525.00$

Unit Price Total11,500.00000 46,000.00$

750.00000 1,500.00$

-$ -$ -$

-$ -$ -$

375.0000 750.00$ 168.0000 504.00$ 168.0000 504.00$

Unit Price Total11,200.0000 44,800.00$

672.0000 1,344.00$

-$ -$

-$ -$ -$

$1,000 Check

Dejana Industries2130 Oxford RoadDes Plaines, Il 60018

Bid Bond

Illinois Central Sweeping16247 S. Brennan HWYTinley Park, Il 60478

-$

-$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$

-$

Unit Price Total9,887.9000 39,551.60$

593.2700 1,186.54$ 331.2400 662.48$

-$ -$ -$

-$ -$ -$

-$

-$

-$ -$ -$

-$ -$ -$

Advanced Sweep Services1501 BrodwayEast Chicago, IN 46312

Bid Bond

-$ -$

-$ -$ -$

148.3200 444.96$ 148.3200 444.96$

-$

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-$ -$ -$

-$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$

-$ -$

-$

-$ -$ -$

-$ -$ -$

-$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$

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-$ -$

-$ -$ -$ -$ -$

-$ -$ 42,290.55 42,290.54 Total Bid:

Nick Christie, Erin Brogan (Village Staff)

-$ -$ As Read:

As Calculated:49,315.00 49,315.00

47,902.00 47,902.00

-$ -$ -$ -$ -$

Printed 5/12/2020 BLR 12315 (Rev. 07/16/13)

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: March 2, 2021 TO: Mayor Jon Vanderbilt Board of Trustees FROM: Nicholas Christie – Assistant Village Engineer - DPW RE: Awarding of the Well Street Resurfacing Contract BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:

In the spring of 2020, DPW was in the process of designing approximately 1 mile of local road repairs with elements of water main and storm sewer replacement. Road repairs were to be funded with the general fund allocation that DPW has been saving for a few years. However, when the pandemic hit, the Board elected to freeze general fund capital expenses and the project was never sent to bid. Water and Sewer funds reserved for this project were reallocated to other needs, such as the addition to the Dogwood Street water main replacement. As we move past the half way point in the fiscal year though, the Village Finance Director now believes that General Fund revenues and not quite as dire as once feared. With this in mind, DPW elected to bid a scaled back version of the 2020 project. The current project proposes to resurface Well Street and Well Court (0.35 miles) and includes storm sewer point repairs and manhole replacements. This street was chosen because it is one of our streets where we have already replaced the water main and the road is in poor condition. This is partially due to the previous water main construction. On Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 2:00 p.m., the Department of Public Works opened 11 bids for the Well Street Resurfacing contract. Invitations to bid were published in the Daily Southtown and on our website. A total of 42 agencies requested access to view the bid documents. Iroquois Paving, located in Watseka, IL, was the lowest bidder in the amount of $449,954.74. This was lower than the Engineer’s Estimate of $510,351.25. See attached Bid Tab. Iroquois Paving has contracted with the Village several times in recent years. Most recently, they resurfaced Indianwood Blvd. (Sauk to Monee). DPW has been satisfied with their work. Funds for the contract are located in General Fund-Contractual Street Maintenance ($359,310.55) and Sewer Fund-Capital Outlays ($90,644.19)

RECOMMENDATION: Award the Well Street Resurfacing contract to Iroquois Paving, located in Watseka, IL, and authorize the Village Manager to enter into said contract in the amount of $449,954.74 with a 10% contingency for any additional work as determined by the Village Engineer for a total cost not to exceed $494,950.21. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the Agenda of the Regular meeting of March 15, 2021 for your consideration.

VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST WELL STREET RESURFACING350 VICTORY DRIVEPARK FOREST, IL 60466

PROJECT NUMBER: 21-0117-07DATE: FEBRUARY 16, 2021

ENGINEER'SITEM DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED UNIT EXTENDED UNIT EXTENDED UNIT EXTENDED UNIT EXTENDED UNIT EXTENDED UNIT EXTENDEDNO. QUANTITY PRICE AMOUNT PRICE AMOUNT PRICE AMOUNT PRICE AMOUNT PRICE AMOUNT PRICE AMOUNT

1 HMA Surface Removal-Milling (2.0") 5,750 S.Y. $2.75 $15,812.50 $2.95 $16,962.50 $3.00 $17,250.00 $3.65 $20,987.50 $4.40 $25,300.00 $4.50 $25,875.00

2 Mixture for cracks, joints and flangeways 5 TON $155.00 $775.00 $150.00 $750.00 $630.00 $3,150.00 $625.00 $3,125.00 $860.01 $4,300.05 $50.00 $250.00

3 Class D Patches, Type I (5") 50 S.Y. $55.00 $2,750.00 $60.00 $3,000.00 $52.00 $2,600.00 $60.00 $3,000.00 $81.53 $4,076.50 $13.00 $650.00

4 Class D Patches, Type II (5") 100 S.Y. $45.00 $4,500.00 $40.00 $4,000.00 $43.00 $4,300.00 $58.00 $5,800.00 $81.53 $8,153.00 $13.00 $1,300.00

5 Class D Patches, Type III (5") 200 S.Y. $40.00 $8,000.00 $35.00 $7,000.00 $38.00 $7,600.00 $58.00 $11,600.00 $81.53 $16,306.00 $13.00 $2,600.00

6 Class D Patches, Type IV (5") 250 S.Y. $35.00 $8,750.00 $35.00 $8,750.00 $33.00 $8,250.00 $54.00 $13,500.00 $81.53 $20,382.50 $13.00 $3,250.00

7 Polymerized Leveling Binder-Machine Method (0.75") 250 TON $85.00 $21,250.00 $88.00 $22,000.00 $102.00 $25,500.00 $113.00 $28,250.00 $13.01 $3,252.50 $170.00 $42,500.00

8 Bituminous Materials (Tack Coat) 2,700 LBS $0.20 $540.00 $0.10 $270.00 $1.00 $2,700.00 $0.50 $1,350.00 $0.48 $1,296.00 $0.01 $27.00

9 HMA Surface Course,Mix D, N50. (1.5") 500 TON $80.00 $40,000.00 $73.50 $36,750.00 $75.00 $37,500.00 $83.00 $41,500.00 $113.67 $56,835.00 $114.00 $57,000.00

10 Earth Excavation 45 C.Y. $30.00 $1,350.00 $90.00 $4,050.00 $80.00 $3,600.00 $40.00 $1,800.00 $60.45 $2,720.25 $65.00 $2,925.00

11 Agg. Base Course, CA6, 9" (Road Base) 105 S.Y. $20.00 $2,100.00 $12.00 $1,260.00 $34.00 $3,570.00 $46.00 $4,830.00 $14.85 $1,559.25 $89.00 $9,345.00

12 HMA Binder Course, N50. (3") 20 TON $80.00 $1,600.00 $90.00 $1,800.00 $125.00 $2,500.00 $207.00 $4,140.00 $174.43 $3,488.60 $180.00 $3,600.00

13 P.C.C. Driveway removalincl. subgrade to 10.25" total depth 330 S.Y. $25.50 $8,415.00 $22.50 $7,425.00 $24.00 $7,920.00 $12.00 $3,960.00 $32.22 $10,632.60 $15.00 $4,950.00

14 HMA Driveway removalincl. subgrade to 10.25" total depth 80 S.Y. $25.50 $2,040.00 $22.50 $1,800.00 $24.00 $1,920.00 $15.00 $1,200.00 $33.64 $2,691.20 $22.00 $1,760.00

15 Agg. Base Course, CA6, 4" (Drive/SW Base) 880 S.Y. $15.00 $13,200.00 $5.00 $4,400.00 $8.00 $7,040.00 $6.50 $5,720.00 $12.02 $10,577.60 $5.00 $4,400.00

16 P.C.C. Driveway Installation (6.25") 410 S.Y. $67.00 $27,470.00 $73.00 $29,930.00 $64.00 $26,240.00 $70.00 $28,700.00 $81.53 $33,427.30 $59.00 $24,190.00

17 Curb and Gutter Removal 4,070 L.F. $10.00 $40,700.00 $11.00 $44,770.00 $10.00 $40,700.00 $5.00 $20,350.00 $9.00 $36,630.00 $4.90 $19,943.00

18 B4.12 Combination Curb and Gutterwith 2" stone cushion 3,870 L.F. $27.00 $104,490.00 $24.00 $92,880.00 $34.00 $131,580.00 $22.50 $87,075.00 $35.33 $136,727.10 $25.50 $98,685.00

19 B6.12 Combination Curb and Gutterwith 2" stone cushion 170 L.F. $29.00 $4,930.00 $28.00 $4,760.00 $37.00 $6,290.00 $24.00 $4,080.00 $40.12 $6,820.40 $25.50 $4,335.00

20 Sidewalk Removalincl. 4" subgrade 4,200 S.F. $2.50 $10,500.00 $2.00 $8,400.00 $4.00 $16,800.00 $2.00 $8,400.00 $3.28 $13,776.00 $1.70 $7,140.00

21 Portland Cement Concrete Sidewalk (5") 200 S.F. $7.50 $1,500.00 $6.75 $1,350.00 $7.00 $1,400.00 $6.50 $1,300.00 $10.09 $2,018.00 $6.50 $1,300.00

22 Portland Cement Concrete Sidewalk (6.25") 4,000 S.F. $8.50 $34,000.00 $8.00 $32,000.00 $7.50 $30,000.00 $6.50 $26,000.00 $9.06 $36,240.00 $7.50 $30,000.00

23 Protective Coat 1,781 S.Y. $1.75 $3,116.75 $0.40 $712.40 $1.00 $1,781.00 $0.50 $890.50 $2.59 $4,612.79 $0.01 $17.81

24 Detectable Warnings 30 S.F. $25.50 $765.00 $30.00 $900.00 $25.00 $750.00 $35.00 $1,050.00 $31.06 $931.80 $50.00 $1,500.00

25 Tree Root Pruning 28 Each $175.00 $4,900.00 $175.00 $4,900.00 $35.00 $980.00 $50.00 $1,400.00 $161.76 $4,529.28 $180.00 $5,040.00

26 Inlet Protection 17 EA. $155.00 $2,635.00 $225.00 $3,825.00 $133.00 $2,261.00 $105.00 $1,785.00 $185.83 $3,159.11 $110.00 $1,870.00

27 Utility Structure Adjustments 9 EACH $475.00 $4,275.00 $600.00 $5,400.00 $600.00 $5,400.00 $450.00 $4,050.00 $382.69 $3,444.21 $410.00 $3,690.00

28 Utility Structure Adjustments, special 6 EACH $1,100.00 $6,600.00 $1,250.00 $7,500.00 $1,610.00 $9,660.00 $1,000.00 $6,000.00 $3,046.17 $18,277.02 $750.00 $4,500.00

ENGINEERS ESTIMATE MCGILL CONSTRUCTION GALLAGHER ASPHALT SCANLON EXCAVATING OLTHOFF, INC. K-FIVE CONSTRUCTION

TABULATION OF BIDS




29 New Type 1 Frame and Grate 6 EACH $425.00 $2,550.00 $500.00 $3,000.00 $305.00 $1,830.00 $325.00 $1,950.00 $729.12 $4,374.72 $300.00 $1,800.00

30 Storm Sewer Removal and Replacement10" PVC (ASTM 2241 WMQ) 70 L.F. $65.00 $4,550.00 $11.75 $822.50 $143.00 $10,010.00 $65.00 $4,550.00 $80.87 $5,660.90 $50.00 $3,500.00

31 Storm Sewer Removal and Replacement12" PVC SDR 26 120 L.F. $85.00 $10,200.00 $105.60 $12,672.00 $88.00 $10,560.00 $82.00 $9,840.00 $52.91 $6,349.20 $55.00 $6,600.00


33 Storm Sewer Removal and Replacement21" PVC SDR26 55 L.F. $125.00 $6,875.00 $226.60 $12,463.00 $151.00 $8,305.00 $215.00 $11,825.00 $119.24 $6,558.20 $65.00 $3,575.00

34 Storm Sewer Removal and Replacement24" PVC SDR26 10 L.F. $150.00 $1,500.00 $300.00 $3,000.00 $296.00 $2,960.00 $300.00 $3,000.00 $164.70 $1,647.00 $70.00 $700.00

35 Furnish and Install New Storm Sewer10" PVC (ASTM 2241 WMQ) 28 L.F. $65.00 $1,820.00 $78.00 $2,184.00 $166.00 $4,648.00 $90.00 $2,520.00 $80.87 $2,264.36 $50.00 $1,400.00

36 Trench Backfill (Sewer) 248 L.F. $40.00 $9,920.00 $40.00 $9,920.00 $34.00 $8,432.00 $55.00 $13,640.00 $23.97 $5,944.56 $1.00 $248.00

37 Class D Utility Patch, (2.5") 45 S.Y. $25.00 $1,125.00 $40.00 $1,800.00 $24.00 $1,080.00 $35.55 $1,599.75 $81.53 $3,668.85 $35.00 $1,575.00

38 Existing Inlet Removal 11 EACH $350.00 $3,850.00 $250.00 $2,750.00 $465.00 $5,115.00 $475.00 $5,225.00 $164.09 $1,804.99 $200.00 $2,200.00

39 Type A Inlet w/ Ty. 11 Frame and Grate 11 EACH $1,700.00 $18,700.00 $1,500.00 $16,500.00 $2,620.00 $28,820.00 $1,350.00 $14,850.00 $756.84 $8,325.24 $3,000.00 $33,000.00

40 Type A Inlet w/ Ty. 1 Frame and Grate 1 EACH $1,650.00 $1,650.00 $1,250.00 $1,250.00 $1,890.00 $1,890.00 $1,250.00 $1,250.00 $570.54 $570.54 $2,800.00 $2,800.00

41 Existing Storm Manhole Removal 2 EACH $650.00 $1,300.00 $650.00 $1,300.00 $930.00 $1,860.00 $550.00 $1,100.00 $163.52 $327.04 $200.00 $400.00

42 4' Storm MH w/ Ty. 11 Frame and Grate 2 EACH $4,000.00 $8,000.00 $3,300.00 $6,600.00 $2,665.00 $5,330.00 $1,955.00 $3,910.00 $1,455.46 $2,910.92 $8,850.00 $17,700.00


44 Parkway Restoration 2,600 S.Y. $11.00 $28,600.00 $11.00 $28,600.00 $0.01 $26.00 $12.00 $31,200.00 $13.36 $34,736.00 $11.15 $28,990.00

45 Construction Layout 1 L.S. $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $4,000.00 $4,000.00 $9,000.00 $9,000.00 $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $12,422.94 $12,422.94 $5,200.00 $5,200.00

46 Traffic Control and Protection 1 L.S. $7,000.00 $7,000.00 $4,500.00 $4,500.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $9,075.00 $9,075.00 $17,108.60 $17,108.60 $30,000.00 $30,000.00

47 Temporarary Information Signing 51 S.F. $22.00 $1,122.00 $30.00 $1,530.00 $18.00 $918.00 $20.00 $1,020.00 $31.97 $1,630.47 $12.50 $637.50

48 Preconstruction Video Recording 1 L.S. $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $4,300.00 $4,300.00 $500.00 $500.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $422.46 $422.46 $1,080.00 $1,080.00

49 Soil Testing for Contaminants (LPC 663) 1 EA. $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 No Bid No Bid $1,900.00 $1,900.00

$510,351.25 CALCULATED $485,336.40 CALCULATED $543,369.00 CALCULATED $476,532.75 CALCULATED $593,437.57 CALCULATED $516,948.31AS READ $470,536.40

K-FIVE CONSTRUCTIONOLTHOFF, INC. SCANLON EXCAVATINGGALLAGHER ASPHALT

TABULATION OF BIDS

GRAND TOTAL

ENGINEERS ESTIMATE MCGILL CONSTRUCTION




1 HMA Surface Removal-Milling (2.0") 5,750 S.Y. $3.50 $20,125.00 $4.30 $24,725.00 $2.00 $11,500.00 $2.95 $16,962.50 $2.00 $11,500.00 $2.75 $15,812.50

2 Mixture for cracks, joints and flangeways 5 TON $450.00 $2,250.00 $500.00 $2,500.00 $400.00 $2,000.00 $340.00 $1,700.00 $0.01 $0.05 $0.01 $0.05

3 Class D Patches, Type I (5") 50 S.Y. $65.00 $3,250.00 $40.00 $2,000.00 $35.00 $1,750.00 $55.00 $2,750.00 $35.00 $1,750.00 $36.00 $1,800.00

4 Class D Patches, Type II (5") 100 S.Y. $55.00 $5,500.00 $40.00 $4,000.00 $35.00 $3,500.00 $45.00 $4,500.00 $35.00 $3,500.00 $36.00 $3,600.00

5 Class D Patches, Type III (5") 200 S.Y. $50.00 $10,000.00 $35.00 $7,000.00 $35.00 $7,000.00 $45.00 $9,000.00 $35.00 $7,000.00 $36.00 $7,200.00

6 Class D Patches, Type IV (5") 250 S.Y. $45.00 $11,250.00 $35.00 $8,750.00 $35.00 $8,750.00 $35.00 $8,750.00 $35.00 $8,750.00 $45.00 $11,250.00

7 Polymerized Leveling Binder-Machine Method (0.75") 250 TON $105.00 $26,250.00 $100.00 $25,000.00 $82.00 $20,500.00 $115.00 $28,750.00 $82.00 $20,500.00 $103.00 $25,750.00

8 Bituminous Materials (Tack Coat) 2,700 LBS $0.01 $27.00 $0.90 $2,430.00 $0.01 $27.00 $1.00 $2,700.00 $0.01 $27.00 $1.20 $3,240.00

9 HMA Surface Course,Mix D, N50. (1.5") 500 TON $85.00 $42,500.00 $79.50 $39,750.00 $64.00 $32,000.00 $72.00 $36,000.00 $64.00 $32,000.00 $75.50 $37,750.00

10 Earth Excavation 45 C.Y. $50.00 $2,250.00 $55.00 $2,475.00 $100.00 $4,500.00 $72.00 $3,240.00 $44.00 $1,980.00 $80.00 $3,600.00

11 Agg. Base Course, CA6, 9" (Road Base) 105 S.Y. $20.00 $2,100.00 $12.00 $1,260.00 $39.00 $4,095.00 $14.00 $1,470.00 $24.00 $2,520.00 $18.00 $1,890.00

12 HMA Binder Course, N50. (3") 20 TON $120.00 $2,400.00 $195.00 $3,900.00 $100.00 $2,000.00 $85.00 $1,700.00 $100.00 $2,000.00 $96.00 $1,920.00

13 P.C.C. Driveway removalincl. subgrade to 10.25" total depth 330 S.Y. $25.00 $8,250.00 $14.50 $4,785.00 $14.50 $4,785.00 $21.50 $7,095.00 $36.00 $11,880.00 $22.00 $7,260.00

14 HMA Driveway removalincl. subgrade to 10.25" total depth 80 S.Y. $25.00 $2,000.00 $14.50 $1,160.00 $20.00 $1,600.00 $21.50 $1,720.00 $34.00 $2,720.00 $22.00 $1,760.00

15 Agg. Base Course, CA6, 4" (Drive/SW Base) 880 S.Y. $9.00 $7,920.00 $5.00 $4,400.00 $6.00 $5,280.00 $6.00 $5,280.00 $8.00 $7,040.00 $5.00 $4,400.00

16 P.C.C. Driveway Installation (6.25") 410 S.Y. $70.00 $28,700.00 $58.00 $23,780.00 $71.50 $29,315.00 $58.00 $23,780.00 $66.00 $27,060.00 $62.00 $25,420.00

17 Curb and Gutter Removal 4,070 L.F. $9.00 $36,630.00 $6.00 $24,420.00 $6.00 $24,420.00 $8.50 $34,595.00 $7.00 $28,490.00 $9.00 $36,630.00

18 B4.12 Combination Curb and Gutterwith 2" stone cushion 3,870 L.F. $35.00 $135,450.00 $26.50 $102,555.00 $26.00 $100,620.00 $19.50 $75,465.00 $27.00 $104,490.00 $25.65 $99,265.50

19 B6.12 Combination Curb and Gutterwith 2" stone cushion 170 L.F. $40.00 $6,800.00 $29.50 $5,015.00 $35.20 $5,984.00 $21.00 $3,570.00 $30.00 $5,100.00 $27.65 $4,700.50

20 Sidewalk Removalincl. 4" subgrade 4,200 S.F. $3.50 $14,700.00 $1.40 $5,880.00 $2.15 $9,030.00 $1.50 $6,300.00 $4.00 $16,800.00 $1.75 $7,350.00

21 Portland Cement Concrete Sidewalk (5") 200 S.F. $8.00 $1,600.00 $5.00 $1,000.00 $6.60 $1,320.00 $7.00 $1,400.00 $6.50 $1,300.00 $6.25 $1,250.00

22 Portland Cement Concrete Sidewalk (6.25") 4,000 S.F. $9.50 $38,000.00 $6.50 $26,000.00 $8.36 $33,440.00 $7.25 $29,000.00 $8.00 $32,000.00 $7.95 $31,800.00

23 Protective Coat 1,781 S.Y. $0.01 $17.81 $0.50 $890.50 $0.06 $106.86 $0.40 $712.40 $1.00 $1,781.00 $1.00 $1,781.00

24 Detectable Warnings 30 S.F. $20.00 $600.00 $30.00 $900.00 $44.00 $1,320.00 $33.50 $1,005.00 $25.00 $750.00 $32.50 $975.00

25 Tree Root Pruning 28 Each $100.00 $2,800.00 $195.00 $5,460.00 $154.00 $4,312.00 $20.00 $560.00 $140.00 $3,920.00 $140.00 $3,920.00

26 Inlet Protection 17 EA. $0.01 $0.17 $110.00 $1,870.00 $300.00 $5,100.00 $25.00 $425.00 $17.00 $289.00 $0.01 $0.17

IROQUOIS PAVINGTABULATION OF BIDS

P.T. FERRO CONSTRUCTION M/J PAVING "D" CONSTRUCTION DAVIS CONCRETE M/J UNDERGROUND



ENGINEER'SITEM DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED UNIT EXTENDED UNIT EXTENDED UNIT EXTENDED UNIT EXTENDED UNIT EXTENDED UNIT EXTENDEDNO. QUANTITY PRICE AMOUNT PRICE AMOUNT PRICE AMOUNT PRICE AMOUNT PRICE AMOUNT PRICE AMOUNT27 Utility Structure Adjustments 9 EACH $500.00 $4,500.00 $410.00 $3,690.00 $600.00 $5,400.00 $529.00 $4,761.00 $335.00 $3,015.00 $350.00 $3,150.00

28 Utility Structure Adjustments, special 6 EACH $500.00 $3,000.00 $750.00 $4,500.00 $600.00 $3,600.00 $1,053.00 $6,318.00 $1,596.00 $9,576.00 $900.00 $5,400.00

29 New Type 1 Frame and Grate 6 EACH $400.00 $2,400.00 $300.00 $1,800.00 $400.00 $2,400.00 $312.00 $1,872.00 $290.00 $1,740.00 $615.00 $3,690.00

30 Storm Sewer Removal and Replacement10" PVC (ASTM 2241 WMQ) 70 L.F. $85.00 $5,950.00 $50.00 $3,500.00 $70.00 $4,900.00 $191.00 $13,370.00 $182.00 $12,740.00 $103.00 $7,210.00



33 Storm Sewer Removal and Replacement21" PVC SDR26 55 L.F. $175.00 $9,625.00 $65.00 $3,575.00 $90.00 $4,950.00 $367.00 $20,185.00 $147.00 $8,085.00 $191.00 $10,505.00

34 Storm Sewer Removal and Replacement24" PVC SDR26 10 L.F. $275.00 $2,750.00 $70.00 $700.00 $150.00 $1,500.00 $615.00 $6,150.00 $290.00 $2,900.00 $239.00 $2,390.00

35 Furnish and Install New Storm Sewer10" PVC (ASTM 2241 WMQ) 28 L.F. $65.00 $1,820.00 $50.00 $1,400.00 $60.00 $1,680.00 $113.00 $3,164.00 $165.00 $4,620.00 $105.00 $2,940.00

36 Trench Backfill (Sewer) 248 L.F. $20.00 $4,960.00 $1.00 $248.00 $30.00 $7,440.00 $39.00 $9,672.00 $33.00 $8,184.00 $28.00 $6,944.00

37 Class D Utility Patch, (2.5") 45 S.Y. $40.00 $1,800.00 $30.00 $1,350.00 $25.00 $1,125.00 $42.00 $1,890.00 $31.00 $1,395.00 $39.00 $1,755.00

38 Existing Inlet Removal 11 EACH $250.00 $2,750.00 $200.00 $2,200.00 $1,000.00 $11,000.00 $613.00 $6,743.00 $461.00 $5,071.00 $350.00 $3,850.00

39 Type A Inlet w/ Ty. 11 Frame and Grate 11 EACH $1,600.00 $17,600.00 $3,000.00 $33,000.00 $2,000.00 $22,000.00 $1,833.00 $20,163.00 $3,009.00 $33,099.00 $1,500.00 $16,500.00

40 Type A Inlet w/ Ty. 1 Frame and Grate 1 EACH $1,400.00 $1,400.00 $2,800.00 $2,800.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $1,664.00 $1,664.00 $1,859.00 $1,859.00 $1,385.00 $1,385.00

41 Existing Storm Manhole Removal 2 EACH $450.00 $900.00 $200.00 $400.00 $1,000.00 $2,000.00 $950.00 $1,900.00 $1,227.00 $2,454.00 $0.01 $0.02



44 Parkway Restoration 2,600 S.Y. $10.00 $26,000.00 $25.00 $65,000.00 $10.00 $26,000.00 $5.00 $13,000.00 $8.15 $21,190.00 $0.01 $26.00

45 Construction Layout 1 L.S. $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $6,390.00 $6,390.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $13,000.00 $13,000.00

46 Traffic Control and Protection 1 L.S. $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $9,250.00 $9,250.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $13,800.00 $13,800.00 $8,250.00 $8,250.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00

47 Temporarary Information Signing 51 S.F. $51.00 $2,601.00 $15.00 $765.00 $35.00 $1,785.00 $18.00 $918.00 $18.00 $918.00 $10.00 $510.00

48 Preconstruction Video Recording 1 L.S. $0.01 $0.01 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $500.00 $500.00 $5,294.00 $5,294.00 $450.00 $450.00

49 Soil Testing for Contaminants (LPC 663) 1 EA. $0.01 $0.01 $2,250.00 $2,250.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $0.01 $0.01 $3,500.00 $3,500.00

$539,676.00 CALCULATED $510,133.50 CALCULATED $466,434.86 CALCULATED $496,967.90 CALCULATED $485,272.06 CALCULATED $449,954.74CALCULATED

TABULATION OF BIDSP.T. FERRO CONSTRUCTION M/J PAVING "D" CONSTRUCTION DAVIS CONCRETE M/J UNDERGROUND IROQUOIS PAVING

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: March 2, 2021 TO: Mayor Vanderbilt Board of Trustees FROM: Roderick Ysaguirre – Director of Public Works/Village Engineer RE: Approval of an Ordinance authorizing the Village to borrow funds from the Public

Water Supply Loan Program (PWSLP) BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:

Staff is seeking a five million dollar, low interest IEPA Loan to fund needed improvements to the Village’s water distribution system. In particular, Public Works is working to replace the water mains along Apache St, Arrowhead St, Lester Rd, Windsor St, a portion of Wilshire St and Washington St, and Washington Ct. Public Works is also looking to replace the ground storage tank at the Water Treatment Plant. As a requirement of the loan program application, the Village needs to pass a bond ordinance authorizing the Village to borrow funds from the Illinois Public Water Supply Loan Program (PWSLP), authorizing the debt to be incurred, and identifying a dedicated source of repayment. See attached Ordinance and Certificate. The Village also needs to provide a signed legal opinion on the validity and enforceability of the Village’s obligations (the bond ordinance) and the absence of conflicts with other agreements, bonds, or ordinances. Finally, the loan application requires authorization of a loan applicant’s “Authorized Representative” to sign PWSLP loan application documents. Public Works is recommending the Village Manager to be authorized as the Village’s “Authorized Representative” and is written in this Ordinance under Section 5. Application for Loan. The Ordinance, Certificate, Authorizations, and Legal Opinion will then be combined with financial audit information, tax exemption certificate, and other requested documents into a final loan application to be submitted to the IEPA for review and loan approval. RECOMMENDATION: Approve this Ordinance authorizing the Village to borrow funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program and authorize the Village Manager as an “Authorized Representative”, to sign any and all loan application forms and supporting documentation. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the Agenda of the Regular Meeting of March 15, 2021 for Final Reading.

ORDINANCE NUMBER

ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A LOAN AGREEMENT (PUBLIC WATER

SUPPLY LOAN PROGRAM - HOME RULE ENTITY) AN ORDINANCE authorizing the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, to borrow funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program WHEREAS, the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, operates its public water supply system (“the System”) and in accordance with the provisions of the Home Rule Article of the Illinois Constitution and the Local Government Debt Reform Act, 30 ILCS 350/1 et seq. (collectively “the Act”); and

WHEREAS, the MAYOR and BOARD OF TRUSTEES of the Village of Park Forest (“the Corporate Authorities”) have determined that it is advisable, necessary, and in the best interest of the public health, safety, and welfare to improve the System, including the following:

2021 Water Main Improvements

together with any land or rights in land and all electrical, mechanical or other services necessary, useful or advisable to the construction and installation (“the Project”), all in accordance with the plans and specifications prepared by the consulting engineers of the Village of Park Forest, which Project has a useful life of 50 years; and

WHEREAS, the estimated cost of construction and installation of the Project, including engineering, legal, financial and other related expenses is $5,000,000, and there are insufficient funds on hand and lawfully available to pay these costs; and

WHEREAS, the loan shall bear an interest rate as defined by 35 Ill. Adm. Code 662, which does not exceed the maximum rate authorized by the Bond Authorization Act, as amended, 30 ILCS 305/0.01 et seq., at the time of the issuance of the loan; and

WHEREAS, the principal and interest payment shall be payable semi-annually, and the loan shall mature in 20 years, which is within the period of useful life of the Project; and

WHEREAS, the costs are expected to be paid for with a loan to the Village of Park Forest from the Public Water Supply Loan Program through the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, the loan to be repaid from revenues of the System and the loan is authorized to be accepted at this time pursuant to the Act; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions of the Act, the Village of Park Forest is authorized to borrow funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program in the aggregate principal amount of $5,000,000 to provide funds to pay the costs of the Project; and

WHEREAS, the loan to the Village of Park Forest shall be made pursuant to a Loan Agreement, including certain terms and conditions between the Village of Park Forest and the Illinois

Environmental Protection Agency.

NOW THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Corporate Authorities of the Village of Park Forest of Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, as follows: SECTION 1. INCORPORATION OF PREAMBLES The Corporate Authorities hereby find that the recitals contained in the preambles are true and correct, and incorporate them into this Ordinance by this reference.

SECTION 2. DETERMINATION TO BORROW FUNDS It is necessary and in the best interests of the Village of Park Forest to construct the Project for the public health, safety, and welfare, in accordance with the plans and specifications, as described; that the System continues to be operated in accordance with the provisions of the Illinois Environmental Protection Act, 415 ILCS 5/1 et seq.; and that for the purpose of constructing the Project, it is hereby authorized that funds be borrowed by the Village of Park Forest in the aggregate principal amount (which can include construction period interest financed over the term of the loan) not to exceed $5,000,000.

SECTION 3. ADDITIONAL ORDINANCES The Corporate Authorities may adopt additional ordinances or proceedings supplementing or amending this Ordinance, providing for entering into the Loan Agreement with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, prescribing all the details of the Loan Agreement, and providing for the collection, segregation and distribution of the revenues of the System, so long as the maximum amount of the Loan Agreement as set forth in this Ordinance is not exceeded and there is no material change in the project or purposes described herein. Any additional ordinances or proceedings shall in all instances become effective in accordance with the Act or other applicable laws. This Ordinance, together with such additional ordinances or proceedings, shall constitute complete authority for entering into the Loan Agreement under applicable law.

However, notwithstanding the above, the Village of Park Forest may not adopt additional ordinances or amendments which provide for any substantive or material change in the scope and intent of this Ordinance, including but not limited to interest rate, preference or priority of any other ordinance with this Ordinance, parity of any other ordinance with this Ordinance, or otherwise alter or impair the obligation of the Village of Park Forest to pay the principal and interest due to the Public Water Supply Loan Program without the written consent of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.

SECTION 4. LOAN NOT INDEBTEDNESS OF VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST

Repayment of the loan to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency by the Village of Park Forest pursuant to this Ordinance is to be solely from the revenue derived from the revenues of the System, and the loan does not constitute an indebtedness of the Village of Park Forest within the meaning of any constitutional or statutory limitation.

SECTION 5. APPLICATION FOR LOAN The VILLAGE MANAGER is hereby authorized to make application to the Illinois

Environmental Protection Agency for a loan through the Public Water Supply Loan Program, in accordance with the loan requirements set out in 35 Ill. Adm. Code 662. The VILLAGE MANAGER is also hereby authorized as an “AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE” to sign all Public Water Supply Loan Program loan application forms and supporting documents. SECTION 6. ACCEPTANCE OF LOAN AGREEMENT The Corporate Authorities hereby authorize acceptance of the offer of a loan through the Public Water Supply Loan Program, including all terms and conditions of the Loan Agreement as well as all special conditions contained therein and made a part thereof by reference. The Corporate Authorities further agree that the loan funds awarded shall be used solely for the purposes of the project as approved by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Loan Agreement.

SECTION 7. OUTSTANDING BONDS The Village of Park Forest has no outstanding bonds that are payable from revenues of the system.

SECTION 8. AUTHORIZATION OF MAYOR TO EXECUTE LOAN

AGREEMENT The MAYOR is hereby authorized and directed to execute the Loan Agreement with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. The Corporate Authorities may authorize by resolution a person other than the MAYOR for the sole purpose of authorizing or executing any documents associated with payment requests or reimbursements from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in connection with this loan.

SECTION 9. SEVERABILITY If any section, paragraph, clause or provision of this Ordinance is held invalid, the invalidity of such section, paragraph, clause or provision shall not affect any of the other provisions of this Ordinance.

SECTION 10. REPEALER All ordinances, resolutions, orders, or parts thereof, which conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance, to the extent of such conflict, are hereby repealed. APPROVED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois on this 15th day of March, 2021. APPROVED: ATTEST:

Jonathan Vanderbilt, Mayor Sheila McGann, Village Clerk

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FELICIA L. FRAZIER [email protected]

February 9, 2021 Ms. Stephanie Flowers Assistant Counsel Division of Legal Counsel Illinois Environmental Protection Agency 1021 North Grand Avenue East Springfield, IL 62702-4059

Re: Village of Park Forest Loan from the Public Water Supply Loan Program for the Replacement of Village Water Mains

Dear Ms. Flowers:

We represent the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois (“Village”) in the above-captioned matter. The Village is a home-rule unit pursuant of Article VII, Section 6(a) of the Illinois Constitution.

You have requested our legal opinion relating to a loan agreement between the Village and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (“IEPA”) pursuant to the IEPA’s Public Water Supply Loan Program (PWSLP). The purpose of the loan agreement is to replace the water mains along Apache St, Arrowhead St, Lester Rd, Windsor St, a portion of Wilshire St and Washington St, and Washington Ct. in addition to the replacement of the ground storage tank at the Water Treatment Plant.

You have asked for our opinion with respect to whether the Ordinance authorizing the Village to enter into a certain loan agreement pursuant to the IEPA’s Public Water Supply Loan Program, which was created pursuant to the provisions of 415 ILCS 5/19.1 et seq., was enacted in accordance with Illinois law.

You have also asked for our opinion as to whether the Village has complied with all of the procedural requisites necessary to authorize the Mayor to execute the loan agreement in order to create a valid and enforceable contract.

In reaching our opinion, we have examined and considered Village of Park Forest Ordinance No. 2155, entitled “An Ordinance Authorizing the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, to Borrow Funds from the Public Water Loan Program (“Ordinance No. 2155”), which was adopted and approved on March 15, 2021 (a certified copy of Ordinance No. 2155 is enclosed). We have also considered the following: (1) the provisions of the Public Water Supply Loan Program, 415 ILCS 5/19.1 et seq.; (2) Article VII, Section 6(a) of the Illinois Constitution; (3) the Illinois Open Meetings Act, 5 ILCS 120/1 et seq.; (4) Section 106-31 et seq.

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of the Code of Ordinances for the Village of Park Forest (“Village Code”), which establishes the Village’s water system and provides an administrative framework for the system; and (5) Section 106-49 of the Village Code, which establishes water rates for the Village.

Based on our review of the foregoing, we are of the opinion that: 1. The Village of Park Forest is a duly organized, home-rule municipality of the State

of Illinois, validly existing and in good standing under the Constitution and laws of the State of Illinois;

2. Pursuant to Article VII, Section 6(a) of the Illinois Constitution and Village ordinances, the Village has the authority to enter into a loan agreement with the IEPA pursuant to the Public Water Supply Loan Program (415 ILCS 5/19.1 et seq.);

3. The Village Board of Trustees has duly enacted and effectively adopted Ordinance No. 2155, which authorizes the borrowing of funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program;

4. The execution of the Loan Agreement and related documents pursuant to the provisions of Ordinance No. 2155 and relevant provisions of the Illinois Administrative Code will constitute valid and binding obligations of the municipality in accordance with the terms set forth in said documents;

5. The execution of Ordinance No 2155, the Loan Agreement and loan documents will not conflict with, or result in a breach of any provision of, or constitute a default under, any indenture, mortgage, deed of trust or other agreement of instrument to which the Village is a party or by which it or its properties are bound; and

6. There are no other obligations which are senior to the proposed loan with the Public Water Supply Loan Program.

Very truly yours, ODELSON, STERK, MURPHEY,

FRAZIER & MCGRATH, LTD.

Felicia L. Frazier FLF/da Encl. cc: Thomas K. Mick, Village Manager

Mark Pries, Deputy Village Manager/Finance Director

VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST TO: Jonathan Vanderbilt, Mayor Village Board of Trustees FROM: Hildy L. Kingma, AICP Director of Economic Development and Planning DATE: February 16, 2021 RE: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 6 (“Alcoholic Beverages”), Article II

(“Licenses”), Section 6-49 (“Number Limited”) of the Code of Ordinances BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: Several business changes have happened over the past year that require revisions to Section 6-49 of the Park Forest Code of Ordinances. This section of the Code of Ordinances limits the total number of liquor licenses currently held by specific businesses in each license classification. It is the Village’s practice to limit the number of liquor licenses based on the individual businesses that have been approved for liquor licenses. There should never be “open” liquor licenses. The three liquor licenses that will be removed from the Code of Ordinance are as follows:

A Class A (tavern) liquor license for the Sapphire Room, formerly located at 300 Victory Drive. This business was finally evicted by court order in January 2020 due to non-payment of rent.

A Class A (tavern) liquor license for Dunagains, which closed its business at the end of 2020.

A Class L (video gaming) liquor license for Theater 47, which discontinued the video games in 2020.

The attached Ordinance has been reviewed and approved by the Village Attorney. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will be on the Board agenda for First Reading at the Regular Meeting on March 15, 2021.

ORDINANCE

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 6 (“ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES”), ARTICLE II (“LICENSES), SECTION 6-49 (“NUMBER LIMITED”) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST,

COOK AND WILL COUNTIES, ILLINOIS WHEREAS, Sapphire Room LLC held a class A (tavern) liquor license, which authorizes

the retail sales of alcoholic liquors by a tavern for consumption on the premises and in package quantities for consumption off the premises; and

WHEREAS, Dunagains, Inc. held a class A (tavern) liquor license, which authorizes the

retail sales of alcoholic liquors by a tavern for consumption on the premises and in package quantities for consumption off the premises; and

WHEREAS, both Sapphire Room LLC and Dunagains, Inc. are now closed for business

and no longer hold valid business registration certificates from the Village of Park Forest; and WHEREAS, Section 6-49 of the Village Code of Ordinances provides that the number of

licenses in effect at any one time for the sale of liquor shall not exceed six (6) for class A (tavern) licenses; and

WHEREAS, the Village seeks to amend Section 6-49 regarding the number of class A liquor licenses in the Village to four (4) due to the closing of both Sapphire Room LLC and Dunagains, Inc.; and

WHEREAS, Theater 47 LLC currently holds a class L (video gaming) license, which

authorizes the sale of beer and wine for consumption, under limited circumstances, for the purpose of permitting video gaming at these establishments; and

WHEREAS, Theater 47 LLC no longer provides video gaming at the place of business;

and WHEREAS, Section 6-49 of the Village Code provides that the number of licenses in

effect at any one time for the sale of liquor shall not exceed one four (4) for class L (video gaming) licenses; and

WHEREAS, the Village seeks to amend Section 6-49 regarding the number of class L liquor licenses in the Village to three (3) due to the discontinuance of video gaming at Theater 47 LLC.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, in the exercise of the Village’s home rule powers, that:

Section 1. Recitals Incorporated. The above recitals are incorporated herein as though fully set forth.

Section 2. Code of Ordinances Amended. Chapter 6 (“Alcoholic Beverages”),

Article II (“Licenses”), Section 6-49 (“Number Limited”) of the Code of Ordinances of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, is hereby amended by adding the following underlined words and deleting the stricken language to read as follows: ARTICLE II. LICENSES

Section 6-49. Number Limited.

(a) Except as otherwise provided in section 6-55, the number of licenses in effect at any one time for the sale of liquor shall be as follows: Class Number of licenses (1) Class A licenses 6 4 (2) Class B licenses 1 (3) Class C licenses 0 (4) Class D licenses 2 (5) Class E licenses 1 (6) Class F licenses 1 (7) Class G licenses 0 (8) Class H licenses 1 (9) Class I licenses 0 (10) Class J licenses 1 (11) Class K license as issued

(12) Class L license 4 3 (13) Class M license 1 (14) Class N license 1

Section 3. Severability and Repeal of Inconsistent Ordinances. If any provision

of this Ordinance, or the application of any provision of this Ordinance, is held unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, such occurrence shall not affect other provisions of this Ordinance, or their

application, that can be given effect without the unconstitutional or invalid provision or its application. Each unconstitutional or invalid provision, or application of such provision, is severable, unless otherwise provided by this Ordinance. All ordinances, resolutions or orders, or parts thereof, in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are to the extent of such conflict hereby repealed.

Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and

after its passage and approval and publication as required by law.

Passed this __________ day of __________________, 2021. APPROVED: ATTEST: _________________________________ Jonathan Vanderbilt, Mayor Sheila McGann, Village Clerk

AGENDA BRIEFING

DATE: March 10, 2021 TO: Mayor Vanderbilt Board of Trustees FROM: Hildy L. Kingma, AICP Director of Economic Development and Planning RE: Consideration of an Ordinance Approving a Text Amendment to Table III-2-A. (Use

Table) and Section III-3 (Use Standards) of the Unified Development Ordinance


At their regular meeting of March 9, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) conducted a public hearing to consider a proposal from Staff to amend the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to permit limited light manufacturing in the C-2, Mixed Use, and C-3, Corridor Commercial, zoning districts. As required by Village Ordinance and State Statute, public notice of the hearing was posted in the Daily Southtown Newspaper. At the request of the PZC, notice was also sent to all property owners within the subject zoning districts and within 250 feet of those zoning districts. Four responses were received and all were in favor of the proposed amendment. The goal of this text amendment is to provide more flexibility for businesses wishing to locate in the C-2, Mixed Use, and C-3, Corridor Commercial zoning districts. The amount of land in the Village currently available for light manufacturing (zoned M) is limited, especially where there are existing buildings. Creating additional options for these uses, and allowing for additional potential uses in the existing buildings in the C-2 and C-3 zoning districts, seems to be a logical way to expand opportunities for economic development. Furthermore, allowing retail uses to have small, light manufacturing operations enables them to become less susceptible to the growing threats from large e-commerce companies and, even, from future events such as the 2020-2021 pandemic. When light manufacturing is created in one of these commercial zoning districts it will be required to include a retail component at least 500 square feet in size. This could include a retail counter, a small restaurant, and/or a showroom (but not limited to those options). In addition, the proposed text amendment includes a use standard that calls attention to the UDO standards for parking and loading, buffer yards, and lighting to ensure that they are met. The Village Attorney reviewed and approved the attached Ordinance. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION: This item will appear on the Regular Agenda of March 15, 2021, for First Reading.

ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A TEXT AMENDMENT TO TABLE III-2-A. (USE

TABLE) AND SECTION III-3 (USE STANDARDS) OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT

ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST, ILLINOIS

WHEREAS, Article VIII-3.E. of the Village of Park Forest Unified Development

Ordinance (“UDO”) establishes a process for Zoning Text and Map Amendments after consideration by the Planning and Zoning Commission and approval by the Board of Trustees; and

WHEREAS, on February 21, 2021, a notice of public hearing for the Application was

published in The Daily Southtown, a newspaper of general circulation within the Village; and WHEREAS, notice of the public hearing was also sent to all property owners in the C-2,

Mixed Use, and C-3, Corridor Commercial, zoning districts, and to all property owners within 250 feet of those zoning districts; and

WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted the public hearing to

consider the Application on March 9, 2021; and

WHEREAS, upon the conclusion of the public hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of amendments to Table III-2.A. (Use Table) and Section III-3 (Use Standards) of the Unified Development Ordinance, as set forth below; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Trustees have determined that approving the Zoning Text Amendment serves a public purpose and will be in the best interests of the Village of Park Forest.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, in the exercise of the Village’s home rule powers, as follows:

Section 1. Recitals Incorporated. The recitals set forth above constitute a material part of this Ordinance as if set forth in their entirety in this Section 1.

Section 2. Adoption of Findings and Recommendation. The findings and recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission, together with all reports and exhibits submitted at the public hearing, are hereby incorporated by reference herein and are approved.

Section 3. Zoning Text Amendment to Table III-2-A. Granted. Table III-2-A. (Use Table) of Article III (Uses) of Appendix A (Unified Development Ordinance) of the Code of Ordinances of the Village of Park Forest is hereby amended by adding the following underlined text and removing the stricken text: Table III-2-A. Use Table

Manufacturing C-1 C-2 C-3 M R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4

Light Manufacturing P P P None See § III-3.DD.

Section 4. Zoning Text Amendment to Section III-3 Granted. Section III-3. (Use Standards) of Article III (Uses) of Appendix A (Unified Development Ordinance) of the Code of Ordinances of the Village of Park Forest is hereby amended by adding the following underlined text:

§ III-3 Use Standards

The following standards apply to uses as designated in the “Use Standards” column of Table III-2-A. Use Table. DD. Light Manufacturing.

1. Retail Space Required. A light manufacturing use in the C-2 or C-3 zoning district must include a minimum of 500 square feet of retail space. This may include dining or showroom space, but is not limited to those uses.

2. Design Standards. Light manufacturing uses in the C-2 or C-3 zoning districts must comply with all applicable parking, landscaping, and signage design standards. Particular attention must be paid to § V-7 (Loading Facility Requirements), § VI-6 (Buffer Yards), and § VI-8 (Outdoor Lighting).

Section 5. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance, or the application of any

provision of this Ordinance, is held unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, such occurrence shall not affect other provisions of this Ordinance, or their application, that can be given effect without the unconstitutional or invalid provision or its application. Each unconstitutional or invalid provision, or application of such provision, is severable, unless otherwise provided by this Ordinance. All ordinances, resolutions or orders, or parts thereof, in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are to the extent of such conflict hereby repealed.

PASSED by the Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Park Forest, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois this ______ day of _______, 2021 pursuant to roll call vote, as follows:

Yes No Absent Present

Tiffani Graham Maya Hardy Glenna Hennessy Candyce Herron Theresa Settles Joseph Woods Jonathan Vanderbilt TOTAL:

APPROVED: ATTEST:

Jonathan Vanderbilt, Mayor Sheila McGann, Village Clerk

MEMORANDUM

TO: Mayor and Board of Trustees FROM: Marguerite Hutchins, Vice-Chair Park Forest Planning and Zoning Commission DATE: March 10, 2021 RE: Recommendation – Request for a Text Amendment to Table III-2-A. (Use Table)

and Section III-3 (Use Standards) of the Unified Development Ordinance

Recommendation At the regular meeting of March 9, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Commission considered a Text Amendment proposed by Village Staff to permit some limited light manufacturing in both the C-2 and C-3 zoning districts. Full details of this request are included in the attached Staff report. After taking public comment and discussing this request, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the proposed Text Amendment. A Text Amendment may be granted by the Board only after the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Village Board have evaluated the application and made specific written findings based on a balance of Standards for Text Amendments established by Article VIII-3.E.3. The required standards are noted below, with the Commission’s specific findings as related to this request.

a. The proposed amendment will not endanger the health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the public. The Commission unanimously concurred that this standard is

met. b. The proposed amendment is compatible with the existing uses, character, and zoning of

adjacent properties and other property within the immediate vicinity of the proposed amendment. The Commission unanimously concurred that this standard is met.

c. The proposed amendment provides a relative gain to the public, as compared to any hardship imposed upon an individual property owner. The Commission unanimously concurred that

this standard is met because there will be no negative impact, and the positive impact will be

additional economic development. d. The proposed amendment makes it more feasible to develop property relative to the present

zoning classification of the property. The Commission unanimously concurred that this

standard is met. e. The proposed amendment addresses the community need for a specific use. The

Commission unanimously concurred that this amendment meets the need for more economic

development. f. The proposed amendment corrects an error, adds clarification, or reflects a change in policy.

The Commission unanimously concurred that this amendment reflects a change in policy as

it introduces more flexibility in the commercial zoning districts that did not previously exist.

g. The proposed amendment rectifies existing nonconformities and, if so, the extent of such nonconformities. The Commission unanimously concurred that the amendment will rectify

existing nonconformities that exist in the DownTown area. h. The proposed amendment is consistent with the intent of the elements of the Comprehensive

Plan, this Unified Development Ordinance, and the other land use policies of the Village. The Commission unanimously concurred that this standard is met.

Best regards, Marguerite Hutchins, Vice-Chair

MEMORANDUM

TO: Planning and Zoning Commission FROM: Hildy L. Kingma, AICP Director of Economic Development and Planning DATE: March 3, 2021 RE: Public Hearing to consider a Text Amendment to Table III-2-A. (Use Table) and Section III-3 (Use Standards) of the Unified Development Ordinance Background In 2009, the Zoning Ordinance was amended to permit the following with a Conditional Use Permit (now called a Special Use Permit) in the C-2 zoning district:

The fabrication, repair, or other processing of goods and materials, provided the use is not objectionable by reason of odor, dust, smoke, noise, vibration, traffic, or water-carried waste. The use must also conform to the following standards:

o The use shall not occupy the front seventy-five (75) feet of a structure located on the lot, measured parallel to the front yard of the lot.

o The use must be located in a minimum space of ten thousand (10,000) square feet of a structure located on the lot.

o The total of all fabrication, repair, or other processing uses on the lot shall occupy no more than fifteen (15) percent of all structures existing on the lot as of January 1, 2009.

The amendment was designed specifically to apply only to the former Norwood Square Plaza and Orchard Park Plaza. When the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) was adopted, this provision was not included in either of the C-2 (Mixed Use) or C-3 (Corridor Commercial) zoning districts, both of which cover most of the areas formerly zoned C-2. Currently, the only types of manufacturing uses allowed in the C-3 zoning district are “warehousing, storage, or distribution facility” with a Special Use Permit, or “wholesale establishments” by right. None are permitted in the C-2, Mixed Use zoning district. Staff has proposed a text amendment to the UDO that would permit some limited light manufacturing in both the C-2 and C-3 zoning districts. “Light manufacturing” is defined in the UDO in the following manner:

The manufacturing of products from prepared materials or finished products. Light manufacturing processes ordinarily have a minimal impact on the environment and adjacent properties. Typical light manufacturing uses include, but shall not be limited to, the processing, fabrication, assembly, treatment, and packaging of products as well as the incidental storage and distribution of such products.

The goal of this text amendment is to provide more flexibility for businesses wishing to locate in the C-2, Mixed Use, and C-3, Corridor Commercial zoning districts. The amount of land in the Village currently available for light manufacturing (zoned M) is limited, especially where there are existing buildings. Creating additional options for these uses, and allowing for additional potential uses in the existing buildings in the C-2 and C-3 zoning districts, seems to be a logical way to expand opportunities for economic development. Furthermore, allowing retail uses to have small, light manufacturing operations enables them to become less susceptible to the growing threats from large e-commerce companies and, even, from future events such as the 2020-2021 pandemic. Public Hearing Requirements As required by the UDO, notice of this public hearing was published in the Daily Southtown

Newspaper on February 21, 2021. No other notice is required for text amendments. However, at the request of the Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC), all property owners within the C-2 and C-3 zoning districts, as well as those within 250 feet of those districts, received notification of this public hearing, including a detailed description of the proposed text amendment. As of the date of this memo, three phone calls and one written comment have been received from the public. The phone calls were from people seeking more information. Once the proposed amendment was explained farther, they were supportive. The written comment is attached. Any additional comments received prior to the Public Hearing will be reported on at the PZC meeting. This request is being considered by the PZC pursuant to Article VIII-3.E. of the UDO (Zoning Text and Map Amendments), which provides that the PZC shall hold public hearings on all requests for text amendments and shall make its recommendations to the Board of Trustees. A text amendment may be granted by the Board only after the PZC and the Village Board have evaluated the application and made specific written findings based on the Standards for Zoning Amendments established by Article VIII-3.E.3. The required standards for zoning amendments are noted below, and a worksheet has been attached to assist the PZC in drafting its findings related to the requested amendment. Note that these standards are written to apply to both text and map amendments, and the standard for a recommendation for approval is “based on a balance of the standards”. This is a lower standard than that established for a recommendation for approval of a variation, which is “based on each of the standards”.

i. The proposed amendment will not endanger the health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the public.

j. The proposed amendment is compatible with the existing uses, character, and zoning of adjacent properties and other property within the immediate vicinity of the proposed amendment.

k. The proposed amendment provides a relative gain to the public, as compared to any hardship imposed upon an individual property owner.

l. The proposed amendment makes it more feasible to develop property relative to the present zoning classification of the property.

m. The proposed amendment addresses the community need for a specific use. n. The proposed amendment corrects an error, adds clarification, or reflects a change in policy. o. The proposed amendment rectifies existing nonconformities and, if so, the extent of such

nonconformities.

p. The proposed variation is consistent with the intent of the elements of the Comprehensive Plan, this Unified Development Ordinance, and the other land use policies of the Village.

Proposed Text Amendment The proposed text amendment will permit light manufacturing uses in the C-2, Mixed Use, and C-3, Corridor Commercial, zoning districts provided they are paired with a retail component, such as a retail counter, a small restaurant, and/or a showroom (but not limited to those options). Because of the wide range of building and tenant spaces in both zoning districts in the Village, the recommended use standard would be to include a minimum 500 square feet of retail space. This would permit, for example, a t-shirt screen printing business with a retail counter to sell pre-made or custom t-shirts, or a small bakery with a retail counter and possibly even tables and chairs, or a small appliance or furniture repair shop with a retail counter. It could be argued, in fact, that similar uses already exist in the C-2 zoning district in DownTown Park Forest. Southland Caterers is strictly a commercial kitchen with no retail counter, as is Poppin’ Plates. Vintrendi Wines bottles their wine for sale by the bottle at the retail counter, by the glass in the seating area, and for mail distribution. Poppin’ Plates is expanding their business into a 3,300 square foot space (343 Main Street) and adding a small food packaging/drink bottling operation. The expanded business will include a small restaurant space. A new tenant in DownTown Park Forest will sell used furniture with a small furniture repair business in the back. The requirement for a retail component and the smaller sizes of buildings and retail space will limit the types of light manufacturing that would likely be able to locate in DownTown Park Forest (zoned C-2) and in the commercial district along Sauk Trail (zoned C-3). The other major C-2 zoning district is the 211th Street transit oriented development district (located east of the 211th Street Metra Station). Because this area and the area zoned C-3 on Western Avenue (former Norwood Square Shopping Center land) have vacant land and are adjacent to major arterials, the types of light manufacturing might be different, but they would still need a retail component based on this proposal. Light manufacturing uses often have different needs than retail uses for loading and lighting, and they create different impacts on surrounding property owners than retail uses. The UDO already contains carefully developed standards related to parking and loading requirements, buffer yards, and lighting. These standards are sufficient to address any impacts that might be felt, especially when the proposed use is adjacent to residential uses. For example, buffer yard standards are established for any uses in the C-1, C-2, C-3, and M zoning districts when located directly adjacent to property in the R-1, R-2, R-3, and R-4 zoning districts (Section VI-6). Similarly, loading spaces are not permitted within 50 feet of any property in a residential district, unless the space is screened by a solid fence or wall with a minimum height of six feet (Section V-7.D.2.). Furthermore, lighting standards have been created to prevent light trespass from the principal property to any adjacent property (Section VI-8). While these standards exist and are applicable to any new use established in the Village, the proposed text amendment includes a use standard that calls attention to them in order to ensure that any potential light manufacturing use in a C-2 and C-3 district is clearly aware of the need to conform to these requirements. Following is the specific text amendment proposed. Underlined language is proposed to be added.

* * * * Article III: Uses

§ III-2 Use Table

B. Use Table. Table III-2-A. Use Table establishes the uses allowed in each zoning district. Each use is given

one of the following designations for each zoning district. 1. Permitted Use (“P”). A “P” indicates that the use is allowed by right within the designated district

provided that it meets all applicable use standards set forth in § III-3 (Use Standards). 2. Special Use (“S”). An “S” indicates that the use requires the approval of a special use permit (refer to

§ VIII-3.C (Special Use Permit)) in order to be allowed within the designated district provided that it meets all applicable use standards set forth in § III-3 (Use Standards).

3. No Designation. The absence of a letter (a blank space) or the absence of the use from the table indicates that the use is not allowed within the designated district.

C. Use Standards. Uses that are designated as “Permitted Uses” or “Special Uses” may have use standards that must be met, as established in § III-3 (Use Standards).

Table III-2-A. Use Table

Manufacturing C-1 C-2 C-3 M R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4

Light Manufacturing P P P None See § III-3.DD.

§ III-3 Use Standards

The following standards apply to uses as designated in the “Use Standards” column of Table III-2-A. Use Table. DD. Light Manufacturing.

1. Retail Space Required. A light manufacturing use in the C-2 or C-3 zoning district must include a minimum of 500 square feet of retail space. This may include dining or showroom space, but is not limited to those uses.

2. Design Standards. Light manufacturing uses in the C-2 or C-3 zoning districts must comply with all applicable parking, landscaping, and signage design standards. Particular attention must be paid to § V-7 (Loading Facility Requirements), § VI-6 (Buffer Yards), and § VI-8 (Outdoor Lighting).

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Planning and Zoning Commission Action: After conducting the public hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission is asked to consider this proposal for a Text Amendment to Table III-2-A. (Use Table) and Section III-3 (Use Standards) of the Unified Development Ordinance, and make a recommendation to the Board of Trustees on this proposal.