Lincolnwood

Economic Development Commission

Meeting Wednesday Jauary 23, 2013

8:00 AM

Board Conference Room Lincolnwood Village Hall

6900 Lincoln Avenue

Note: All Village Board members are invited to attend and participate in this meeting

Meeting Agenda

1. Call to Order/Quorum Declaration

2. Welcome to New Commissioner McCoy* 3. Minutes Approval*

A. Minutes of November 28, 2012 Meeting B. Minutes of December 19, 2012 Meeting

4. MB Retail Overlay Zone Proposal* 5. Village Branding*

6. Proposed TIF District Budgets*

7. Q & A with Village Attorney*

8. Development Updates*

December & January Reports 9. Other Business 10. Public Forum 11. Adjournment

*Commissioner Enclosures

The next scheduled meeting of the Commission is Wednesday February 27, 2013 at 8AM

Memorandum To: Chair and Members Economic Development Commission From: Timothy M. Clarke, AICP Community Development Director Date: January 16, 2013 Subject: New Commissioner: Patrick McCoy This month, Patrick McCoy was appointed to fill the vacant position on the Economic Development Commission. Many of you already know Patrick, however or your reference, attached is Patrick’s resume. I am sure I speak for the entire Commission is giving a warm welcome to Pat. Also please know that Trustee Jesal Patel is now the official Village Board liaison to the Commission having replaced Trustee Sprogis-Marohn, who previously served in this capacity.

Patrick McCoy

P r o f e s s i o n a l E x p e r i e n c e LABRYNTH, INC. 2001- Present Chicago, Illinois

President � Founder and President of Labrynth, Inc., a Chicago-based professional services firm specializing in Business

and Technology Consulting, Project Management, and Call Center Operations. Using an approach that is based on people, process and technology, Labrynth, Inc. offers complete solutions that are vendor neutral and tightly coupled with the overall business objectives of their clients. Labrynth’s consulting know-how, combined with project management skills and expertise, allows them to partner with their clients to achieve successful project delivery.

S3NETWORKS, LLC 2000-2001 Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois

Managing Principal � Member of the S3Networks’ executive committee responsible for the overall operations of the company. � Responsible for managing, staffing and business development for the Business Solutions Practice. � The Business Solutions Practice was responsible for over 50% of the company’s revenue while having less

than 20% of the staff.

AMERICAN MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, INC. 1993-2000 Chicago, Illinois Senior Principal AMS TELECOM INDUSTRY GROUP MANAGEMENT

� Member of the Telecom Industry Group Central Leadership Team responsible for business unit financial management and operations, as well as new business development and pricing strategies.

CLIENT MANAGEMENT For a Major Telecommunications Company National Engagement Manager � Responsible for nationwide management of a major telecommunications company which included being named

deputy engagement manager for a joint venture that included this company. � Responsible for expanding the relationship from $25K to $11.5M over 3.5 years. � Supervised as many as five projects at once. � Responsible for contracts, pricing and statements of work. � Participated in various forums and presentations with senior management. For a Major Wireless Carrier Project Supervisor, Phase III -- Risk Assessment and Collections Upgrade � Supervised completion of the migration to a risk-based collections environment by developing an interface to

the carrier's next generation billing system, installing a proprietary collections system and decision engine with behavior models, and creating new collection strategies and policies for the carrier’s customers.

� Project completed on time and under budget Project Manager, Phase I and II -- Risk Assessment and Collections Upgrade projects � Managed and provided subject matter expertise for the successful migration to a risk-based collections

environment. The migration included upgrading the collections system, implementing a decision engine and behavior models, creating new collection strategies, and developing Organizational Design/Change Management tasks to support the new environment

� Managed the training of the carrier’s staff on all system upgrades. For a Regional Bell Telephone Company Team Leader--Functional Design � Managed the development of new collection strategies and the design and implementation of required system

modifications.

� Provided functional expertise to deliver the Functional Requirements Document, Technical Requirements Document, Implementation Plan, and the proposal for the Collections Management System Implementation Assessment Phase.

For a Major Communications Firm � Successfully created a new collection practice utilizing industry knowledge to develop computer-based training � Assisted with development of Methods and Procedures. For a Regional Bell Telephone Company, � Used extensive business analysis to modify and install a new collections system for Business Account

Collection Centers. Also managed user integration, testing and training. � Defined the metrics used to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of new front-end and back-end software

systems for a Credit Culture Trial. Identified various metrics to measure efficiency and effectiveness. Also developed a procedure for gathering data to populate the Cost of Treatment model that is required to supplement the defined metrics.

ARLEN BUSINESS SYSTEMS, INC. 1988-1993 Chicago, Illinois

Staff Manager � Managed a technical staff of 40 consultants. � Account executive for three clients that generated $1.5 million in yearly revenues. � Designed a variable commission plan for corporate recruiting staff based on corporate objectives, and fixed and

variable costs. � Evaluated, selected and implemented a 401(k) plan and acted as Plan Trustee. � Evaluated and selected insurance carrier, then implemented a cost efficient co-payment program which

reduced insurance costs nearly 25%. � Co-developed employee handbook and human resource guidelines that fully complied with appropriate federal

and state employment law. � Conducted training sessions for proprietary in-house applications and software. � Modified office hardware and software to improve financial and administrative processing efficiencies. Technical Consultant � Developed and enhanced options, commodities, surveillance and external customer applications for major

financial services client. � Analyzed batch and on-line risk management systems. � Acted as project manager for all client engagements. � Supervised as many as six company employees and their projects while simultaneously managing and

completing other projects. � Interfaced with management, users and technical departments to effectively deploy resources for ongoing

projects. � Developed and taught customized training courses for various clients.

BOOZ ALLEN & HAMILTON 1988 Chicago, Illinois

Senior Consultant � Supported the development of a retirement claims processing system for the Railroad Retirement Board. � Developed on-line applications for an initial claims system and batch applications for an employment data

maintenance system. COMPUTER DYNAMICS, INC. 1986-1988 Chicago, Illinois

Consultant � Developed and wrote on-line applications and program specifications for an intermarket trade clearing system

of a major financial firm. Also performed systems testing and supported Systems Assurance Testing and Operational Readiness Testing

DBMS, INC. 1985-1986 Naperville, Illinois

Consultant � Involved in all phases of the systems development life cycle, including design, coding and testing.

Instructor � Taught various software development classes both in-house and at client sites throughout the U.S.

E d u c a t i o n

J.L. KELLOGG GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY Evanston, Illinois Masters of Management, March 1993. Majors in marketing, management policy and finance. NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY Evanston, Illinois Bachelor of Arts in computer studies, June 1985.

Economic Development Commission Wednesday, November 28, 2012 Village Board Conference Room

8:00AM

Members Present Members Absent James Persino, Chair James Berger James Kucienski, Vice-Chair William Pabst Terrance Strauch Maureen Ehrenberg Paul Levine Kirk Moffitt Staff Present Timothy M. Clarke, Community Development Director Timothy Wiberg, Village Manager Andrea Litzhoff, Community Development Intern Others Present Darrell Moon, School District #74, Business Manager John Vranas, 6544 N Leroy, School District #74, Board Member Robert Rychlicki, Kane, McKenna and Associates Nicholas Greifer, Kane, McKenna and Associates Jesal Patel, Village Trustee I. Call to Order/Quorum Declaration

The meeting was called to order at 8:10AM, noting a quorum of 5 commissioners were present.

II. Minutes Approval Commissioner Kucienski moved to approve the October 24th, 2012 Minutes as presented. Commissioner Strauch seconded. Motion approved 5-0.

III. Proposed Devon-Lincoln TIF District Director Clarke gave background on the proposed Devon-Lincoln TIF District. Upon Trustee Patel’s request, the Commission discussed the feasibility of extending the proposed TIF area to the Lincoln-Crawford intersection. Robert Rychlicki, Kane, McKenna and Associates, stated that the addition of the area could increase the TIF EAV base, and could qualify as part of the conservation area. Discussion ensued on individual sites within the additional area. By consensus, commissioners concurred not to add the area along Lincoln Avenue up to Crawford Avenue into the proposed TIF district. During this discussion, Commissioner Moffit arrived. Director Clarke summarized the Qualification Report and the proposed TIF Redevelopment Plan submitted by Kane, McKenna and Associates. The proposed TIF Redevelopment Plan is required by state law. Mr. Rychlicki stated that the proposed TIF

district has a projected $25 million budget to be used for qualifying projects. The $25 million dollar budget is the increment expected in the area based on certain redevelopment scenarios over the next 23 years. As drafted, the proposed TIF budget may be used for projects such as site preparation and public infrastructure. Mr. Rychlicki stated that under state law, while it is important to include line items in the budget, specific line item budget amounts are not important, but the total $25 million budget amount is. Commissioner discussion ensued. Chairman Persino asked for public comment. John Vranas from School District #74 Board of Education spoke out against the proposed TIF district noting the TIF district will impact revenues for other taxing districts. Mr. Vranas suggested looking for other ways to redevelop the area. Hearing no further discussion, Commissioner Kucienski moved to recommend to the Village Board to proceed with the formal process of considering the Lincoln-Devon TIF District by establishing a public hearing date. Motion seconded by Commissioner Strauch. By roll call vote, Commissioners in favor: Levine, Kucienski, Ehrenberg, Strauch, Moffitt, and Persino. Commissioners opposed: None. Motion approved 6-0.

IV. Commission Statement: Purple Hotel Site Chairman Persino asked Commission members to discuss the content of the proposed commission statement on the hotel component at the Lincoln-Touhy Redevelopment site. The proposed Statement supports the hotel component as the main development at the site with ancillary retail uses. Commissioner Ehrenberg disagreed with the intent of the statement indicating that it could send mixed signals on the EDC position. Discussion continued on the historical status of the site. Chairman Persino stated that the intent of the proposed statement is to encourage an upscale hotel for the site. Discussion ensued on the hotel development and potential hotel operators for the site. Trustee Patel commented that board members met with First Hospitality Group who would be the operators of the hotel.

Discussion continued. Commissioners Ehrenberg and Kucienski agreed that the statement is not necessary. Chairman Persino suggested rescinding the previous commission statement. Commissioners disagreed. Trustee Patel added that the developer will be presenting at the next Committee of the Whole meeting and encouraged EDC members to attend that meeting. By Consensus, Commissioners decided not to issue an additional statement on the hotel component for the Lincoln-Touhy Redevelopment site.

V. Next Meeting Director Clarke stated that the next EDC meeting will be on December 19th with business owners in the Lincolnwood Business Park to discuss the proposed retail zoning overlay district. Commissioner Kucienski emphasized that the presentation needs to draw out

comment on the subject. Trustee Patel suggested providing plans on the proposed Wal-Mart on Touhy during the next meeting.

VI. Development Updates Director Clarke summarized and provided updates on current developments. Director Clarke indicated that Meatheads was having economic issues with their project at Lincoln and Crawford. It was noted that Centerpoint Properties has a tenant and use for a portion of the Bell & Howell site.

VII. Other Business Commissioner Levine discussed the soon to open hot dog stand on Lincoln Avenue and its appearance. Director Clarke noted that the Village does not specifically regulate color. Commissioner Levine put forth the idea of promotional efforts for the Village of Lincolnwood through radio ads. Discussion ensued on return of investment for radio ads and other communities using radio ads.

VIII. Public Forum No comment from the public was given at this time.

IX. Adjournment Meeting was adjourned at 10:00AM. Respectfully submitted, Andrea Litzhoff, Community Development Intern

Economic Development Commission Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Village Board Council Chambers Minutes

Members Present Members Absent James Persino, Chair None James Kucienski, Vice-Chair Bill Pabst Maureen Ehrenberg Kirk Mofitt Terrance Strauch James Berger Paul Levine Staff Present Timothy M. Clarke, Community Development Director Timothy Wiberg, Village Manager Aaron N. Cook, Community Development Manager Andrea E. Litzhoff, Community Development Intern Others Present See attachment for business owners and associates present I. Call to Order/Quorum Declaration

The meeting was called to order at 8:01AM by Vice-Chairman Kucienski, noting a quorum of 5 commissioners was present.

II. Discussion with Northeast Area Business Owners and Property Owners Director Clarke introduced himself and the proposed retail overlay zone in part of the Lincolnwood Business Park. This proposal is to allow retail as an additional allowed use for a portion of the business park. Currently, the area is zoned light manufacturing (MB). Director Clarke provided background on the purpose of the Commission and a number of projects the EDC has spearheaded. Director Clarke summarized the intent of the meeting was to have an informal conversation on the proposal as well as obtaining other feedback. Chairman Persino arrived to preside over the meeting and other Commission members also arrived. Chairman Persino emphasized that the proposed zoning would allow for existing businesses to operate as they currently are. Chairman Persino stated that the Wal-Mart development on Touhy in Skokie will create demand for retail along Touhy Avenue in Lincolnwood. It was noted that the proposed retail zoning was a 20-30 year long-term plan. Director Clarke confirmed that the Village is not attempting to acquire any property and the retail overlay zone proposal is not part of any developer plan.

A business owner commented that businesses should have access to the Houseal Lavigne Retail Feasibility Report. Commissioners concurred that the report should be distributed. The Houseal Lavigne Retail Analysis & Feasibility Report identifies market potential and impediments to development in the Lincolnwood Business Park. Chairman Persino noted that the area facing Touhy is the most desirable for retail. Commissioner Ehrenberg added that over time the introduction of new retail uses to the area could cause conflict. Commissioner Ehrenberg requested business owners to provide their perceptions of downsides to the new zoning. Discussion ensued on traffic and parking in the area. A business owner raised concern on traffic control in the area. Manager Wiberg stated that a major challenge with traffic in the area is the age and design on the business park. Chairman Persino commented that when the industrial park was built, it was not designed to handle traffic demands of today. A business owner stated that he would welcome retail to the area as long as traffic and parking could be managed appropriately. It was stated that the retail overlay zone proposal would require an amendment to the zoning code and would have to go through a public hearing process. A business owner inquired if anyone on the EDC or Village Board had a financial stake in retail development of the properties in the proposed overlay zone. Manager Wiberg emphasized that no Village official had a financial stake in the overlay district. Commissioner Ehrenberg asked the group if the Village should proactively take this measure or if business owners prefer to wait until they are approached by a developer in the future. In response, one owner opined that it would be better to wait. A representative of Grossinger asked about changing the sign code to allow larger types of signs to the area. Director Clarke stated that the Village is looking to install way-finding signs. One business owner commented that he wanted to grow his business, and felt the retail proposal would prevent him from expanding his business. Commissioner Levine assured the businesses that the Village has no intent on pressuring business to relocate. Noting long-term vacancies in the area, Manager Wiberg stated that opening the area up to a broader range of uses could prevent vacancies. Discussion ensued concerning developments in Skokie’s industrial areas. A business owner suggested the Village notify the area business owners via email. Manager Wiberg responded that business owners can sign up for email subscriptions for public agendas on the Village website. The next meeting of the EDC will be on January 23rd, 2012 to consider this proposal and feedback received.

III. Public Forum No other comments were presented by the public at this time. IV. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:00AM. Respectfully submitted,

Andrea Litzhoff, Community Development Intern

Lincolnwood Business Park Meeting

December 19, 2012

Thank-you for coming today. Please sign-in below so that we have a record of your attendance

and participation in today’s meeting. Print Name Print Address Business or Affiliation

1. Brian Adams 7140 N Lawndale Avenue R.F. Mau Co.

2. John Park 2121 Shermer Rd. Owner, John@TAFof

Chicago.com

3. BJ Sung 2121 Shermer Rd. Owner’s Rep/ G.C.

4. Jerry Glunz 7100 N Capital Drive Owner

5. Gary Rippbyler 3725 W Touhy Rent

6. Norman Bogen 7045 N Ridgeway Owner

7. Dean Davis 7060 N Lawndale Owner HUC

8. Jeff Worley 7060 N Lawndale

9. Tony Gemignani 7140 N Lawndale

10. Bruce Mau 7140 N Lawndale Owner

11. Jason Surber-ATF, Inc. 3550 W Pratt Avenue President of ATF

12. Terry Gross 7040 North Lawndale Avenue President-BrownWood

13. Rick Lanham-Grossinger 6900 N McCormick Grossinger AutoGroup

14. Henry Proesel 3725 Touhy NSSD

15. Rick Walthers 6900 Central Park Avenue Ravenswood Studio

16. Tony Constantino 3740 W Morse Gatt Tool

17. Scott Brandwein 311 S Wacker Dr, Chicago CBRE,

scott.brandwein@cbre.com

18. Larry Bowman 3701 W Lunt Ave, Suite 4000 Domicile

Memorandum To: Chair and Members Economic Development Commission From: Timothy M. Clarke, AICP Community Development Director Date: January 16, 2013 Subject: Proposed MB Retail Overlay District In July 2012, the Economic Development Commission proposed a Retail Overlay District for a portion of the MB (Light Manufacturing-Business) Zoning District adjacent to Touhy Avenue (see attached map). As proposed, the general purpose of this overlay district is to allow for retail uses as an added alternative option to the existing uses allowed in the MB light manufacturing/business zone. The Commission has recommended that the Village’s B2 General Business zone be used as a template for this overlay district. In October, this Commission recommendation was discussed with members of the Village Board at a Committee of the Whole (COTW) meeting. The outcome of this discussion was general support for the Commission proposal but a direction to the Commission to first convene a meeting with stakeholders of the proposed affected areas, to solicit feedback. In December, the Commission held such a meeting and approximately 18 interested parties attended (see December EDC minutes elsewhere in the meeting packet). Since this meeting, staff has had further conversations with some interested parties, including representatives of Mau Mfg. Attached is an email from a representative of Mau Mfg., now indicating support for the Commission’s proposal after clarifications were made. At our Wednesday morning meeting, time has been set aside for Commissioners to discuss the feedback received from the businesses and property owners who attended the December meeting and to determine if the Commission wishes to continue with its recommendation for this proposed Retail Overlay District. If the Commission determines it desires to proceed with this recommendation, staff believes a motion is appropriate recommending that the Village Board refer to the Plan Commission for public hearing a Map and Text Amendment for a proposed Retail Overlay District in a portion of the MB zoning district.

Attachments 1. Retail Overlay Map 2. Email Communication, Mau Mfg.

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gathering and interviews with various community groups in order to then develop a creative and unique design, tagline, and color scheme that tells the community’s “story.” Benefits Staff research revealed the following potential positive outcomes that other communities have experienced after conducting a Community Branding Process:

• Improved professional-looking image of the community • Standardized colors and logo for use on Village documents, uniforms, vehicles,

letterhead, business cards, and website • A catalyst for reenergizing economic development through the development of marketing

materials for developers and retail site selectors • Improved understanding of community feedback and perceptions of the community • Improved perception of community to outsiders such as new business owners and future

residents looking to relocate to the Village • The municipality’s branding campaign can have a positive impact on other entities with

“Lincolnwood” in their name such as the Library, School District, and Chamber of Commerce

• The process develops renewed perception of community “pride” Branding Consulting Firms The Village Manager and Assistant Village Manager interviewed four branding firms. Although all four firms provide a different scope of services, they all generally had the same project approach: develop a brand that communicates the Village’s “story” in a very short and concise communication tool. This could be in the form of a new logo, motto, website, etc. In general firms utilize surveys, community data, and focus groups to develop research on the community. Stakeholder meetings are used to narrow the focus. After there is agreement on the branding message, the consultant proposes design ideas and taglines. Finally, the community makes its selection and incorporates the new brand into is public documents, website, uniforms, marketing materials, etc. Below is a summary of the four branding firms, their expertise, approach, and price. North Star Destination Strategies Staff considers North Star Destination Strategies (North Star) to be the “Cadillac” Model of community branding firms. North Star has helped more than 150 communities in over 36 states nationwide. Locally they have performed branding work for the Village of Oak Park and are in the process of branding the Village of Lake Bluff. They believe that branding is more than a tagline and a logo. North Star offers a turnkey branding process called “Community Brandprint” (Brandprint). Brandprint offers research, insights, creativity, and formulates the information into an action plan for the Village. The cost for this service is $68,000. As an alternate, North Star offers a “Brand Identity” program for $32,000 which involves less research and more attention to implementation. Custom Direct Staff considers Custom Direct to be the local, low-cost option. Custom Direct is a locally owned and operated branding and marketing firm that has been in business in Roselle, Illinois for 25

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years. Although their experience with branding for municipalities is limited to the Village of Roselle, they have branding experience with several major private sector companies such as Discover, Rust-Oleum, and Ridgid. Their scope of services includes marketing research, planning and strategy, messaging, and identity which are used to develop a logo, identity, statement, and tagline. The Village of Roselle used the Community Branding Process to develop a new newsletter, economic development marketing materials, business cards, letterhead, and website. The cost for this service is $25,000. FGM Architects FGM Architects (FGM) is not a branding consultant per se, but an architectural firm that has experience in developing logos and working with clients to determine a vision. They have offices in Chicago, Oak Brook, and O’Fallon, Illinois. FGM recommends identifying specific branding goals, surveying residents and interviewing focus groups, and working with the Village Board to determine what the tangible and intangible aspects of the brand are. FGM has performed branding work for the Wheeling Park District which included desired goals from the district, stakeholder input, and third party consultants. FGM indicated that they would be able to work with another firm to assist with various aspects of the branding process. No price was submitted for their work as it was not clear as to what their involvement in the project would be. Carroll-Keller Group The Carroll-Keller (CK) Group is a team of professionals committed to training and skill building for organizations. The CK Group also offers branding services in the form of Mari Pat Varga of Varga & Associates. Mari Pat is not a logo design firm. Instead her services would allow the Village Board to take a step-by-step approach into investigating more about what Branding is and determine if the Village Board is interested in pursuing a full Community Branding Process. Mari Pat is an articulate presenter and trainer and proposes to help the Village’s to unearth its “story” so that it can be communicated in a two-minute, one-minute, and 15-second communication piece. She defines branding as an “advertisement communicating what the Village is to residents, non-residents, businesses, and developers.” Mari Pat proposes to facilitate sessions with the Village Board, Commissioners, and staff and focus groups of current residents, former residents, and business leaders outside the Village. Following the sessions the Village would then need to hire a graphic artist to develop the logo and other aspects of the branding campaign. No price was submitted for her work as it was not clear as to what her involvement in the project would be.

Community Branding

Economic Development Commission - January 23, 2013

Community BrandingStrategic Plan Goal: “Further define and develop the brand and identity for the Village of Lincolnwood”

June 15, 2012 - Mottos presented to Committee of the Whole

Staff directed to interview consultants

November 20, 2012 – Presented research to Committee of the Whole

Referred to EDC for input

What is a Community BrandTells the Community’s story

NameTermUnique Design/SymbolColor Scheme

Communication Device

Feelings of trust, appeal, professionalism, amusementApple, Google, McDonald’s, Coca-Cola, Nike

Benefits Improved perceptions of Community

Potential residents and businesses

Catalyst for reenergizing economic development

Standardization of documents, websites, vehicles

Can have a positive impact on other Lincolnwood-related entities

Library, School District, Chamber of Commerce

Community Branding ProcessCommunities Hire Consulting FirmsBasic Project Approach

Review history, read documents, speak with staffFocus groups

StakeholdersCommunity leadersBusinesses in and outside of the community

Propose ideas based on researchLogos, color schemes, mottos, etc.

Develop marketing materials and action plans

Price Range - $25,000 – $68,000

Memorandum To: Chair and Members Economic Development Commission From: Timothy M. Clarke, AICP Community Development Director Date: January 16, 2013 Subject: Q & A with Village Attorney

Last year, members of the Commission indicated a desire to meet with the Village Attorney to discuss various items pertaining to the work of the Commission and to have related questions answered. Scheduling conflicts have not permitted our esteemed counsel, Steve Elrod, to attend previous Commission meetings, but Steve is available and plans to be present at our January meeting to answer any and all of your legal questions.

Please bring to our meeting on Wednesday any of your legal questions you may have.

Village of Lincolnwood Community Development Department

Development Updates DECEMBER 2012 Report

6540 Lincoln Avenue Plans have been submitted to the Village for a medical –office use of the 6540 Lincoln Avenue building. This site previously was the location of Pro Auto. 3665 Lunt Avenue This property, which is located immediately south of the Public Works facility, has been purchased by Z Baking Company, a wholesale baker currently located in Morton Grove. Z Bakery, which is headed by a former employee of Highland Bakery, which previously occupied 3665 Lunt, currently employs over 100 persons. Submittal of plans are pending, but a parking variation may be necessary for this business to operate. 6485 Lincoln Avenue The Original Maxwell Street Grill, which now leases the former Chan’s Auto site across from Oberweis Dairy, is planning a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for January 11th . This grill is owned by a Lincolnwood resident. Purple Hotel Redevelopment Unveiled The Village Board held a pre-application conference on December 18th with the property owner, North Capital Group, concerning redevelopment of the Purple Hotel site. This is the first step in the Village’s development review and approval process. As proposed, the centerpiece of this redevelopment is the renovation of the 4 existing hotel buildings. Also indicated on these plans is creation of 4 outlots for an additional 30,000-40,000 square feet of office or retail use. While plans are expected to be submitted for staff review by the beginning of January, and a workshop with the Plan Commission is tentatively scheduled for January 23rd, the Village Board extended to February 28th the deadline for submittal of a PUD application and all plans for formal hearing. Demolition of the adjacent 20-20 Clothier building is now also substantially completed. ZBA Upholds Staff Determination on Shooting Ranges An appeal by Platform I-Shore LLC to the Zoning Officer Determination that a Firearms Shooting Range is NOT a Permitted Use in the B2 Zoning District, was considered by the Zoning Board of Appeals on December 19. At this meeting, the ZBA voted 4-1 to affirm the Zoning Officer’s determination and directed the Village Attorney to prepare for approval the required written determination. Approval of this written determination is scheduled for the January 16, 2013 ZBA meeting. The ZBA is the final Village authority on this matter. Platform I-Shore LLC has indicated that they plan to appeal this decision in court.

Public Hearing Scheduled on Proposed Devon-Lincoln TIF District The Village Board has established February 19, 2013 at 7:30PM as the public hearing to hear public comment on the proposal to create a TIF District in the Devon-Lincoln Avenue area. This proposal to create a Devon-Lincoln TIF District was recommended by the Economic Development Commission Intergovernmental Joint Review Board Meetings Scheduled Pursuant to state law, an intergovernmental Joint Review Board will meet on January 15 at 11AM to review the proposed Devon-Lincoln TIF District. The annual meeting of the JRB will also occur on January 15th at 10AM. This review body is comprised of 7 taxing districts plus a public member. EDC Chairman Jim Persino has been designated the Village’s representative to this joint review board. Town Center to Name Private Ring Road After much encouragement, the property owners of the Town Center development are planning on naming the private ring road surrounding the Town Center Mall “Town Center Drive”. Lincolnwood Business Park Meeting Held On December 19th, the Economic Development Commission met with approximately 20 persons representing businesses and property owners in the Lincolnwood Business Park. The purpose of this meeting was to solicit feedback on the Commission’s proposal to create a retail overlay zone for part of the area closest to Touhy Avenue. Zoning Reviews Conducted for Businesses In November, the Department conducted and approved four zoning reviews for businesses seeking business licenses. One license application for a shooting range at 3318 Devon Avenue was denied due to the use not permitted in the zoning district. An appeal of this decision was made to the Zoning Board of Appeals (see elsewhere). Building Permits Issued The following is a summary and comparison of building permits issued in November by the Village.

November # of

Permits Building

Value Permit Fees 2012 60 $1,289,512 $29,258 2011 65 $1,063,540 $27,712 2010 106 $1,203,639 $39,079 2009 96 $1,049,547 $37,541 2008 94 $1,451,978 $38,079 2007 97 $759,420 $27,258

Happy New Year The entire Community Development Department wishes

each a happy and healthy new year.

Village of Lincolnwood Community Development Department

Development Updates JANUARY 2013 Report

Plan Commission Workshop on Purple Hotel Plans The Plan Commission is scheduled to hold a workshop on January 23rd with the property owner to review concept plans submitted for the Purple Hotel properties. Plans submitted for this workshop call for the retention and renovation of the Purple Hotel facility, demolition of two adjoining buildings having approximately 40,000 square feet of space, (one demolition already completed) and the construction of 30,000-40,000 of new retail/office space. Public Hearing Scheduled For Proposed Devon-Lincoln TIF District A public hearing on the proposed Devon Lincoln TIF District is scheduled for February 19th at 7:30PM before the Village Board. As required by state law, owners located within 750 feet of the proposed area (including areas in Chicago) have been mailed notices inviting comment at this public hearing. Certified notices to property owners within the proposed district are scheduled for mailing later this month. This proposal to create a Devon-Lincoln TIF District was recommended by the Economic Development Commission. Joint Review Board Meeting Held On TIF The intergovernmental Joint Review Board (JRB) which consists of 7 taxing districts and a public member, convened on January 15th for both its annual review of the Village’s Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Districts as well as to consider the proposed Devon-Lincoln TIF District. The JRB continued its consideration of the Devon-Lincoln TIF District to a meeting scheduled for February 6th at 11AM in Village Hall. ZBA Determination on Shooting Ranges At its December meeting, the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) voted 4-1 to affirm the Zoning Officer’s determination that a Firearms Shooting Range is NOT a Permitted Use in the B2 Zoning District. An appeal to the ZBA on this matter was made by Platform I-Shore LLC. ZBA consideration of the required written determination on this matter is pending receipt of the transcript from the December proceedings. A special meeting of the ZBA to consider its written determination is expected later this month after the transcripts have been received. Platform I-Shore LLC has advised staff that they plan to appeal this decision in court. ZBA Recommends Variations for Proposed New Bone & Joint Center At its January meeting, the ZBA voted unanimously to recommend certain variations requested by the Illinois Bone and Joint Center, which proposes to occupy the property at

6540 Lincoln Avenue. This property was previously the site of Pro Auto. Based on this recommendation, a proposed ordinance is now being prepared after which this matter will be scheduled for Village Board approval. Meatheads Granted Time Extension Meatheads, which last year received variations for its proposed new restaurant at the old Silo property (Lincoln/Crawford), was granted an extension to May 10th for obtaining building permits by the Village Board. Meatheads has indicated that they are hopeful to soon have further news on their planned restaurant. Staff to Speak on Group Homes at National Conference Our esteemed Development Manager, Aaron Cook, has been invited to speak at this year’s national conference of the American Planning Association (APA) on “Zoning for Group Homes”. Aaron will be one of three speakers on this matter, which will explore the federal Fair Housing Amendments of 1988 and Nimbyism. This year’s national APA conference is being held in Chicago this April. Zoning Reviews Conducted for Businesses In December, the Department conducted and approved eight zoning reviews for businesses seeking Village business licenses. This included a review for the new Original Maxwell Street Style Grill, now open at 6485 North Lincoln Avenue. Building Permits Issued The following is a summary and comparison of building permits issued in December by the Village.

December # of

Permits Building

Value Permit Fees 2012 54 $484,024 $18,880 2011 42 $337,308 $9,580 2010 45 $336,140 $22,005 2009 37 $420,371 $16,589 2008 35 $1,414,024 $35,483 2007 37 $3,615,398 $76,223