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CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS COUNCIL AGENDA CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS Regular Meeting 7:00 P.M. March 11, 2026 Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Minutes of Previous Meetings – February 25, 2026 Communications • National 311 Day Proclamation • Reid Henri Lewis Proclamation Public Comments Bids – None. Other Business (O) 1. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Master Software Licensing Agreement with DACRA Tech, LLC for the Purchase of an Electronic Citation Adjudication Management System 2. Ordinance Amending Section 19.50.090 of Title 19 of the Elgin Municipal Code, Entitled “Special Street Graphics” (Mural Amendment) 3. Ordinance Amending the Elgin Municipal Code to Provide for a New Chapter 6.05 Entitled “Retail Single-Use Bags” 4. “Building Up Illinois Developments or ‘BUILD’ Act,” (HB 5626)—Analysis and Discussion of Proposed State Legislation by Community Development Director Marc Mylott City Council Agenda – March 11, 2026 Page 2 *Consent Agenda (C) 1. Resolution Authorizing Execution of Change Order No. 1 with F.H. Paschen, S.N. Nielsen & Associates, LLC for Hemmens South Temporary Drive Storm Sewer Repair 2. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Purchase Agreement with Air One Equipment, Inc. for the Purchase of Super Vac Battery-Powered Ventilation Fans 3. Resolution Accepting for Ownership and Maintenance Certain Public Improvements within Highland Woods Subdivision Neighborhood G & I 4. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Plat of Easement from 1425 Gifford Partners, LLC for Stormwater Management Purposes and Acceptance for Ownership and Maintenance Certain Public Improvements within the Site Located at 1425 Gifford Road 5. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Third Extension Agreement with 120 Water Audit, Inc. d/b/a 120Water for Professional Services in Connection with Lead Mitigation Measures, Including Water Pitcher Filter Distribution and Water Sampling 6. Resolution Appointing and Reappointing Members to Property Maintenance Board of Ap- peals 7. Resolution Appointing and Reappointing Members to Emergency Telephone System (E911) Board 8. Resolution Appointing and Reappointing Members to Board of Fire and Police Commis- sioners 9. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Service Agreement with Midwest Academy of TaeKwon-Do, Inc. to Provide Martial Arts Programming 10. Ordinance Reclassifying Territory in the PGI Planned General Industrial District to a PCF Planned Community Facility District (850 N. Grove Avenue) 11. Ordinance Amending PAB Planned Area Business District Ordinance No. G42-07, as Amended by Ordinance No. G49-11 (601 S. Randall Road) 12. Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use for an Event Venue in the PAB Planned Area Busi- ness District and ARC Arterial Road Corridor Overlay District (601 S. Randall Road) 13. Ordinance Amending PCC2 Planned Center City District Ordinance No. G12-02, as Amended by Ordinance No. G10-24 (1-95 Clock Tower Plaza) 14. Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use for an Entertainment Venue in the PCC2 Planned Center City District and ARC Arterial Road Corridor Overlay District (7 Clock Tower Plaza) City Council Agenda – March 11, 2026 Page 3 15. Ordinance Abating the Annual Tax for 2025 for General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Se- ries 2015A 16. Ordinance Abating a Portion of the Annual Tax for 2025 for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2016 17. Ordinance Abating the Annual Tax for 2025 for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2019 18. Ordinance Abating the Annual Tax for 2025 for General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Se- ries 2020A 19. Ordinance Abating the Annual Tax for 2025 for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2020B 20. Ordinance Abating the Annual Tax for 2025 for General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Se- ries 2021A 21. Ordinance Abating the Annual Tax for 2025 for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2021B 22. Ordinance Abating a Portion of the Annual Tax for 2025 for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2022 23. Ordinance Abating the Annual Tax for 2025 for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2024 24. Ordinance Abating the Annual Tax for 2025 for General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025 Miscellaneous Business (M) 1. Boards and Commissions Minutes a. Heritage Commission February 3, 2026 b. Planning and Zoning Commission February 2, 2026 c. Committee of the Whole February 11, 2026 d. City Council February 11, 2026 2. Various Reports a. Electric Tax b. Natural Gas Tax City Council Agenda – March 11, 2026 Page 4 Announcements Next Committee of the Whole Meeting, Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers Next Regular Meeting of the Elgin City Council, Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers Adjournment *All matters listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion and one roll call vote. There will be no sepa- rate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a Council member or citizen, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately immediately after approval of the Consent Agenda. Citizens desiring discussion on any item listed under the Con- sent Agenda should contact a Council member prior to the meeting and request that the item be removed for discussion. The City of Elgin is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who require certain accom- modations in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of the meeting or the facilities, are requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (847) 931-6076 or TT/TDD (847) 931-5616 promptly to allow the City of Elgin to make reasonable accommodations for those persons.  Resolution No. 26-42 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A MASTER SOFTWARE LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH DACRA TECH, LLC FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN E-CITATION ADJUDICATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B9 the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interests of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a Master Software Licensing Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with DACRA Tech, LLC, for the purchase of an e-citation adjudication management system, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk 


          DACRA TECH LLC MASTER SOFTWARE LICENSING AGREEMENT This MASTER SOFTWARE LICENSING AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is dated January 1, 2026 (the “Effective Date”) by and between Dacra Adjudication Systems, LLC d/b/a Dacra Tech, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, (“Dacra”), and City of Elgin (the “Municipality”), and together with DACRA collectively, the “parties”). RECITALS WHEREAS, Dacra is engaged in the business of developing, managing and deploying municipal software applications, including but not limited to, a flagship citation issuance and adjudication system as well as other software tools and services including, e-Citation, Adjudication, Tow Management, and Fine Payment Processes; and WHEREAS, the Municipality desires to utilize certain services of Dacra under the terms and conditions set forth herein. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants and conditions set forth in this Agreement and in consideration for the use of the Services by the Municipality; AGREEMENT 1. Standard Terms and Conditions. The parties hereby incorporate by reference into this Agreement the foregoing recitals as well as the Master Terms and Conditions as set forth within Exhibit A (the “Master Terms and Conditions”). 2. Services. The Municipality hereby retains certain software services from Dacra as set forth within Exhibit B (the “Services”). 3. Pricing. In exchange for the use of the Services, the Municipality will be billed Fees as set forth within Exhibit C (the “Fees”). 4. Term. The term of this Agreement shall be five (5) years and shall commence on the Effective Date (“Initial Term”). This Agreement shall automatically renew for successive periods of one year each at the then current pricing absent written notice by one party to the other party not less than 90 days prior to the expiration of the Term then in effect. Municipality will be notified of the then current pricing no less than 90 days prior to the expiration of the term. 5. Notices. Any notices or communications required or permitted to be given by this Agreement must be given in writing and personally delivered; or mailed by prepaid, certified mail, or courier; or transmitted by electronic mail transmission (including PDF) to whom such notice or communication is directed, to the mailing address or regularly monitored electronic mail address of such party as follows: If to the Municipality: If to Dacra: City of Elgin Dacra Tech, LLC Attention: Richard G. Kozal, City Manager Attention: Dave Braner, CEO 150 Dexter Court 450 Devon Avenue, Suite 100 Elgin, IL 60120 Itasca, IL. 60143 Email: richard.kozal@elginil.gov Email: David.Braner@Dacratech.com 


          IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written. Dacra Tech, LLC a Delaware limited liability company By: Name: Dave Braner Title: CEO of Dacra Tech 

 Date: City of Elgin an Illinois municipal corporation By: Name: Richard Kozal Title: City Manager Date: March 11, 2026 ATTEST: _____________________________________ City Clerk [Signature page to Master Software Licensing Agreement] 


          EXHIBIT A MASTER TERMS AND CONDITIONS A. Limited License Granted Municipality is hereby granted during the Term of this Agreement, a nonexclusive, non-assignable, royalty free, limited license (the “License”) to use the Services (including access to any software owned by Dacra as encompassed within the Services) solely for the Municipality’s ordinance and code compliance purposes and subject to the terms of the Agreement. B. Third-Party Agreements Municipality hereby agrees that it may be necessary to enter into one or more additional contracts at the sole expense of Municipality with one or more third-party vendors in order to use and/or maximize some features of the software provided by Dacra such as the Municipality’s online payment processor or the Municipality’s collection agency. C. Data Municipality at all times will retain sole ownership of its Municipal Data. The term “Municipal Data” refers to all citation and hearing data collected on behalf of the Municipality with respect to the Services. Dacra at all times retains the right and license during the Term to access the Municipal Data and to grant third parties access to the Municipal Data in order to use and/or maximize some features of the software provided by Dacra such as the Municipality’s online payment processor or the Municipality’s collection agency. Municipality will undertake all reasonable measures to protect Municipal Data from unauthorized access and will comply with the Dacra Services Privacy Policy, which can be found on Dacra’s website. Upon termination of the agreement, Dacra will provide Municipality an electronic copy of Municipal Data within sixty (60) days after the effective date of termination. D. Dacra’s Intellectual Property Dacra or its licensors retain all ownership and Intellectual Property Rights in and to the Services, including any software, algorithms, programs, tools, code or instrumentalities encompassed therein in any manner and/or relating to the Services as utilized by the Municipality. Additionally, Dacra retains all ownership and Intellectual Property Rights to anything (including without limitation software and written product) delivered under the Agreement, including any future developments thereof, regardless of whether any Municipal employees or agents, had any input or in any way assisted in any such new development. Municipality hereby acknowledges that it may not: (i) Allow access to the Services available in any manner to any third-party or for any purpose not authorized by this Agreement unless such access is expressly permitted in writing by Dacra; (ii) Copy, reproduce, distribute, republish, download, display, post or transmit in any form or by any means, any materials provide by Dacra; and (iii) Modify, make derivative works of, disassemble, reverse compile, or reverse engineer any part of the Services (the foregoing prohibition includes but is not limited to review of data structures or similar materials produced by programs). As utilized herein, the phrase “Intellectual Property Rights” shall include, without limitation, all patent, trademark, trade secret and copyrights relating in whole or in part to the Services and whether such right arises by registration with the United States Patent & Trademark Office (the “USPTO”), through the United States Library of Congress, with any state or municipal body and/or arising by common law or statute, including without limitation the Illinois Trade Secrets Act, 765 ILCS 1065 et seq or the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016. E. Pricing and Billing The Fees set forth in the Agreement will remain fixed during the Initial Term absent a written amendment signed by the parties. Municipality agrees to pay any sales, value-added or other similar taxes imposed by 


          applicable law that Dacra must pay based on the Services, except taxes based on Dacra’s income. For any partial month during the Term, the Fees shall be prorated based on the number of days that the Services were provided for such month. Dacra may audit Municipality’s use of the Services. Municipality hereby agrees to cooperate with Dacra’s audit and provide reasonable assistance and access to information. All payments shall be made in accordance with, and subject to, the Illinois Local Government prompt Payment Act (50 ILCS 505/1-9). F. Termination Municipality may terminate this agreement at any time with 90 day written notice provided. Dacra may immediately suspend the License in the event: (i) Municipality fails to pay any sums due Dacra under the Agreement within ten (10) days after written notice from Dacra of the payment default, or (ii) in the event of a breach of this Agreement by Municipality which is not cured within 10 days of written notice thereof. In the event of such termination, Municipality agrees to pay all fees due Dacra which accrue or are incurred prior to the termination of the Agreement. G. Limitation of Liability TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, DACRA HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NEITHER PARTY SHALL BE LIABLE HEREUNDER FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF REVENUE, OR PROFITS. H. Other (i) Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed as creating a joint venture, partnership, or employment relationship between the parties, nor shall either party have the right, power, or authority to create any obligation or duty, express or implied, on behalf of the other. (ii) Upon the full execution of this Agreement, all prior agreements, if any, shall terminate and be of no further force and effect, and shall be superseded and replaced in their entirety by this Agreement. (iii) Dacra may assign this Agreement by providing written notice of the assignee who will assume Dacra’s obligations under this Agreement. Municipality may not assign this Agreement without Dacra’s prior written consent, which may be withheld in the sole discretion of Dacra. (iv) Municipality shall obtain at its sole expense any rights and consents from third-parties necessary for Dacra and its subcontractors to perform the Services under the Agreement. (v) This agreement is subject to and governed by the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the enforcement of any rights arising out of or in connection with this agreement shall be the Circuit Court of Kane County, Illinois. DACRA hereby irrevocably consents to the jurisdiction of the Circuit Court of Kane County, Illinois for the enforcement of any rights, the resolution of any disputes and/or for the purposes of any lawsuit brought pursuant to this agreement or the subject matter hereof; and DACRA agrees that service by certified first class U.S. mail to: David Braner, CEO, DACRA Tech LLC, 450 Devon Avenue, Suite 100, Itasca, IL 60143, or such other address as shall be communicated from time-to-time , shall constitute effective service. Both parties hereto waive any rights to a jury. (vi) Except for actions for nonpayment or breach of Dacra’s proprietary rights, no action, regardless of form, arising out of or relating to the Agreement may be brought by either 


          party more than two years after the cause of action has accrued. (vii) Neither party to this Agreement shall be responsible for failure or delay of performance if caused by: an act of war, hostility, pandemic, or sabotage; act of God; electrical, internet, or telecommunication outage that is not caused by the obligated party; government restrictions (including the denial or cancellation of any export or other license); other event outside the reasonable control of the obligated party. (viii) This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original, and each of which together shall constitute a single instrument. Copies of this Agreement (as well as any documents related to this Agreement) signed and transmitted by a party by electronic transmission shall be deemed for all purposes as containing the original signature of the transmitting party and legally binding upon such transmitting party. (ix) Dacra may publish that the Municipality utilizes one or more Services of Dacra. (x) There shall be no modification of this agreement, except in writing and executed with the same formalities as the original. (xi) This agreement embodies the whole agreement of the parties. There are no promises, terms, conditions or obligations other than those contained herein, and this agreement shall supersede all previous communications, representations or agreements, either verbal, written or implied between the parties hereto. (xii) DACRA hereby waives any and all claims or rights to interest on money claimed to be due pursuant to this agreement, and waives any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt Payment Act (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), as amended, or the Illinois Interest Act (815 ILCS 205/1, et seq.), as amended. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any expiration, completion and/or termination of this agreement. (xiii) The terms of this agreement shall be severable. In the event any of the terms or the provisions of this agreement are deemed to be void or otherwise unenforceable for any reason, the remainder of this agreement shall remain in full force and effect. (xiv) Notwithstanding any other provision of this agreement, it is expressly agreed and understood that in connection with the performance of this agreement, DACRA shall comply with all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law, including, but not limited to, any applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, DACRA hereby certifies, represents and warrants to the Municipality that all of DACRA's employees and/or agents who will be providing products and/or services with respect to this agreement shall be legally authorized to work in the United States. DACRA shall also, at its expense, secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees, and give all notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products and/or services to be provided for in this agreement. The Municipality shall have the right to audit any records in the possession or control of DACRA to determine DACRA's compliance with the provisions of this section. In the event the Municipality proceeds with such an audit, DACRA shall make available to the Municipality DACRA's relevant records at no cost to the Municipality. Municipality shall pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. (xv) This agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which shall constitute one and the same agreement. For the purposes of executing this 


          agreement, any signed copy of this agreement transmitted by fax machine or e-mail shall be treated in all manners and respects as an original document. The signature of any party on a copy of this agreement transmitted by fax machine or e-mail shall be considered for these purposes as an original signature and shall have the same legal effect as an original signature. Any such faxed or e-mailed copy of this agreement shall be considered to have the same binding legal effect as an original document. At the request of either party any fax or e-mail copy of this agreement shall be re-executed by the parties in an original form. No party to this agreement shall raise the use of fax machine or e-mail as a defense to this agreement and shall forever waive such defense. I. Maintenance and Support Dacra shall provide the following maintenance and support as a component of the Services using guidelines, structures, and materials meeting the following criteria: (i) Training. As part of the start-up and implementation phase of the delivered Services, all users will be trained on the use of the Services through a combination of in-person and/or webinars and recorded training video sessions for all users not able to participate in the initial training sessions. Additional training provided beyond the start-up phase will be quoted and agreed to in writing. (ii) Support. Dacra shall provide access to live support to a designated user of Municipality available via e-mail or phone during Dacra’s normal business hours. The Dacra support team will be fluent in the functionality of the system. (iii) Exclusions. Dacra updates the Service on an as needed basis from time-to-time to implement bug fixes, if any, and enhanced functionality to the existing Service such as additional reporting and enhanced user interface. Notwithstanding the forgoing, all provision and maintenance of hardware and software, including but not limited to laptop computers, desktop computers, printers, modems & routers and software to operate the hardware such as operating systems, and browsers [Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, IOS] necessary to run the Service, are the sole cost and responsibility of Municipality. J. Service Performance Guarantees (i) Availability Requirements. DacraTech shall make the Services Available, as measured over the course of each calendar month, during the Term (each such calendar month, a "Service Period"), at least 99.9% of the time, excluding only the time the Services are not Available solely, as a result of one or more the Exceptions stated in Section 11.2 ("Availability Requirement"). "Available" means the Services are available and operable for access and use by Client and its Authorized Users over the internet in full conformity with the provisions of this Agreement. "Availability" has a correlative meaning. The Services are not considered Available in the event of any performance degradation or inoperability of the Services, in whole or in part. (ii) Exceptions. No period of Services degradation or inoperability is included in calculating Availability to the extent that the degradation or inoperability is because of any of the following ("Exceptions"): a. Client's or any of its Authorized Users' misuse of the Services b. Failure of Client's or its Authorized Users' internet connectivity. c. Internet or other network traffic problems other than problems arising in or from networks actually or required to be provided or controlled by DacraTech. d. Client's or any of its Authorized Users' failure to meet any minimum hardware or software requirements stated in the Specifications; or e. Scheduled Downtime as described in Section (ii) below. 


          (iii) Scheduled Downtime. DacraTech shall notify Client at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance of all scheduled outages of the Services in whole or in part ("Scheduled Downtime"). All scheduled outages shall: (i) last no longer than 30 minutes; and (ii) be scheduled by agreement of the parties; provided that DacraTech may request Client's approval for extensions of Scheduled Downtime, which approval may not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. K. Insurance Requirements Dacra shall maintain during the entire term of the Contract, the following insurance coverages: (i) Commercial General Liability: $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. The general aggregate shall be $2,000,000 per project. (ii) Professional Liability: $1,000,000 single limit for errors and omissions, professional / malpractice liability. (iii) Worker’s Compensation and Employers’ Liability: As required by Illinois law. (iv) Umbrella Liability: $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. 


          EXHIBIT B SERVICES REQUESTED BY MUNICIPALITY The Dacra Services included in this Agreement, and which will be deployed to the Municipality with the functionality stated hereunder are as follows: DACRA MUNICIPAL ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM FEATURES Dacra Municipal Enforcement System Architecture and Security x Architecture/Hardware o .NET stack with SQL back end separated from the front end via entity framework services o Web-based platform that works with modern hardware, with Chromium engine o JSON APIs available as well as numerous government and public safety software system integrations o For handheld ticketing, iPads preferred for efficient printing o Compatible with either 4” or 8 ½” Printers x Security o Dacra is hosted in Azure Government Cloud, a restricted cloud dedicated to government services. o Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliant software o Two factor authentication (2FA) and Single Sign On (SSO) authentication capable o Department/personnel roles isolate secure data to authorized users o Extensive citation auditing features track changes to citations Adjudication/Violation Hearing Module x Municipal Enforcement Citation Tools: Create local ordinance administrative adjudication cases easily with features customized for the following: o Parking Citations – Multiple methods to efficiently manage parking citation issuance and adjudication o Animal Citations – Track animal specific information and ensure follow-up findings and order compliance o Compliance Citations – Department specific ordinance citations for police, building code, fire inspections, etc. o Tow Citations – Ensure administrative tow/impound hearings comply with local ordinance and state statutes o Per violation features include correspondence creation, digital evidence storage, and tracking o Custom per violation fines and fees x Hearing Management Tools: Efficiently manage multi-department notices and hearings with features such as: o Multiple Hearing Locations and Times o Hearing Notices and Summons variable by issuing department o Comprehensive hearing check-in processing o Case-based Violations and Hearing Officer Tools for Case Review o Findings, Decisions, and Orders Issued with Custom Language o Final Determination Letters Issued with Custom Language o Batch Process for “Default No-Show” rulings o Batch Process management of notices x Fine Tracking and Payment Tools: Dacra automatically monitors unpaid citations and escalates fines accordingly, while offering a variety of fine payment tools such as: o Complex Fine Structure Tracking o Partial Payment Capability o Daily Cashier Reporting x Data Reporting and Analysis: o Robust library of pre-built reports prepared to help manage administrative processes and system analysis. o Extensive search capabilities provide complex, multi-rule data searches for comprehensive reporting/analysis. 


          Police e-Citation Module x State e-Citations: o Issue and print statutorily compliant citations: ƒ Electronic Uniform Traffic Citation ƒ Electronic AOIC Overweight Citation ƒ Electronic Civil Law Citation ƒ Cook County “Y” Citation Format ƒ Compliant with Administrative Office of Illinois Courts standards o Electronic County Citation Transmittal for select counties o Custom transmittal forms for multiple circuit court systems x Municipal e-Citations: o Issue and print local ordinance citations in the following categories: ƒ Parking Citations – Multiple methods to speed parking citation issuance ƒ Animal Citations – Track animal specific information and ensure follow-up findings and order compliance ƒ Compliance Citations – Police specific ordinance citations with follow-up findings and order compliance ƒ Tow Citations – Issue administrative tow seizure and hearing notices x Additional Citation Features: o Integration options available for person/vehicle data population o One click “companion” violations with case grouping features o Dacra’s “3-Click Ticketing” issued via handheld devices o Agency defined, mandatory field completion reduces human error o Dacra’s “Easy Search” statute and ordinance lookup functionality o Citation level digital evidence/record storage o Extensive citation data analytics with location/offender mapping capabilities x Traffic Stop Study (TSS) and Pedestrian Stop Study (PSS) Data Collection: o Easily collect required traffic stop data to reduce entry time and generate reports for uploading. o Generate a pedestrian stop receipts as required by the state of Illinois. x Violator History: o Citation and warning history summary displayed to issuing officer. x Officer Docs: o Create and print single-use documents needed for the police patrol environment. o Stored in the digital evidence module when created in conjunction with a citation. Building Code Notice & Summons Module x Building Code Notice and Summons Creation: o PIN database lookup for quick citation population o Multi-PIN association for citations and case tracking o Department specific summons and notices o Agency defined mandatory field completion to reduce human error o Dacra’s “Easy Search” statute and ordinance lookup functionality x Building Code Case Management: o One click “companion” violations with case grouping features o Citation Grouping for citation creation and hearing management o Citation level digital evidence/record storage o Extensive citation data analytics with location/offender mapping capabilities 


          Towed/Abandoned Vehicle Management Module x Abandoned Vehicle Management: o Identify abandoned vehicles and create case o Issue required notices and follow-up reports o Prevents duplicate reports from being issued o Follow-up abandoned vehicle tracking report x Towed Vehicle Management: o Police Tow and Impound Inventory Management: Creates and processes tow receipts, vehicle search record, concerned party notices, tow yard inventory audit logs, and Certificates of Purchase management. o Administrative Tow Citation Integration: Dacra unifies tow inventory and violation data from initial seizure/administrative tow issuance, through holds, bond payments, and hearings, ensuring violator due process while reducing department risk. o Tow Holds: A variety of tow “holds” can be applied to a vehicle, restricting the release of that vehicle until the investigative, insurance, DUI and other such holds are removed. x Boot/Scofflaw Management Program: o Issue “Boot Eligible” notices per local ordinance o Bypass rules to add associated vehicles to boot list o Track “Boot Ready” parking scofflaws via “Boot Lists by Plate” and “Boot Lists By Vin” o Integrations available with certain ALPR and Boot vendors Community Care Taking Module x Crime Prevention Notices: o Issue Crime Prevention Notices to communicate areas of concern to residents. o Search tools for tracking prior notices issued x Non-Enforcement Contact Tracking: o Customize notices to provide and refer citizens to community support o Case tracking/journal entry features for individuals with non-enforcement contact Driver & Vehicle Owner Data Imports x LEADS Citation Auto-Population Integration: Dacra can integrate with many CAD vendors to utilize your agency LEADS authorization and allow citation auto-population of driver and vehicle data from the Dacra LEADS queue. 3rd Party Integrations x LPR Integration: Dacra has created a two-way interface with Minuteman/Genetec to export permitted vehicles, and to receive violation information when the LPR system locates such a vehicle. x Collections Vendor Import: Dacra has native import/export tools to ease communication with several collections vendors such as MCOA, as well as certain municipal finance systems. x Database SQL Replication, Site to Site VPN: Dacra created replica via custom development, to communicate citation data to customer RMS. 


          EXHIBIT C FEES PAID BY MUNICIPALITY In exchange for the use of the Dacra Services included in Exhibit B, Municipality will pay Fees including a Monthly Service Fee, and applicable Integration Fee(s) hereunder as follows: A. Monthly Service Fee: The Municipality will be billed a Monthly Service Fee calculated by totaling the 1) Monthly Licensing Fee for the modules licensed, and the 2) Monthly Usage Fee for citations issued that month: Monthly Service Fee = Monthly Licensing Fee + Monthly Usage Fee 1) Monthly Licensing Fee: Year 1: January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026 $1,500.00 Year 2: January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2027 – 5% Increase $1,575.00 Year 3: January 1, 2028 – December 31, 2028 – 5% Increase $1,653.75 Year 4: January 1, 2029 – December 31, 2029 – 5% Increase $1,736.44 Year 5: January 1, 2030 – December 31, 2030 – 5% Increase $1,823.26 2) Monthly Usage Fee: Calculated by totaling fees for Adjudication citations issued that month. All State/Warning Citations/Tow Receipts issued are included at no cost. - Year 1: January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026 $3.00 Each o Adjudication Citations Issued That Month – 500 included at no cost - Year 2: January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2027 $3.15 Each o Adjudication Citations Issued That Month – 500 included at no cost - Year 3: January 1, 2028 – December 31, 2028 $3.31 Each o Adjudication Citations Issued That Month – 500 included at no cost - Year 4: January 1, 2029 – December 31, 2029 $3.47 Each o Adjudication Citations Issued That Month – 500 included at no cost - Year 5: January 1, 2030 – December 31, 2030 $3.65 Each o Adjudication Citations Issued That Month – 500 included at no cost B. Integration Fee(s): In exchange for development, configuration, and maintenance of the custom APIs and interfaces defined in Exhibit B, the Municipality will be billed upon go-live of the interface, with annual maintenance billed in conjunction with the next agreement execution anniversary: Additional Fee Description Monthly Fee Dacra’s standard New World CAD interface to transfer driver/vehicle data Waived Use of Dacra APIs for Data Transfer Waived Minuteman LPR Interface Waived Dacra Database SQL Replica Waived  Ordinance No. G10-26 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 19.50.090 OF TITLE 19 OF THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE, ENTITLED "SPECIAL STREET GRAPHICS" (Mural Amendment) WHEREAS, a written application has been made to amend Section 19.50.090 of Title 19 of the Elgin Municipal Code, entitled "Special Street Graphics" to allow murals in the CF Community Facility District and the NB Neighborhood Business District; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning said application on February 2, 2026, following due notice including by publication; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of said application, subject to the conditions articulated below; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, has reviewed the findings and recommendations of the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission; and WHEREAS, the City of Elgin is a home rule unit and as a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and WHEREAS, zoning, including but not limited to, regulations in the city's zoning ordinance relating to land use, pertain to the government and affairs of the city. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Elgin hereby adopts the Findings of Fact, dated February 2, 2026, and the recommendations made by the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit A. Section 2. That subsection M.1 of Section 19.50.090, entitled “Mural,” of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended, be and is hereby amended in its entirety to read as follows: “1. Murals shall be allowed only in the CF Community Facility District, NB Neighborhood Business District, AB Area Business District, CC1 Center City District, CC2 Center City District, and well as like planned development districts.” 1  Section 3. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance be and are hereby repealed to the extent of any such conflict. Section 4. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage and publication in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Passed: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Published: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk 2  Ordinance No. G11-26 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ELGIN MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROVIDE FOR A NEW CHAPTER 6.05 ENTITLED “RETAIL SINGLE-USE BAGS” WHEREAS, the City of Elgin (the “City”) intends to preserve, maintain, and enhance the health of its residents and visitors, as well as the public natural resources and common property within the City, by regulating the distribution of single-use bags within the City; and WHEREAS, the City has determined that to discourage and decrease the use of single-use bags within the City, it is necessary to regulate such use; and WHEREAS, such regulation is intended to reduce the use of single-use bags by retail establishments within the City; curb litter on the City’s streets and parks and in trees; protect the local streams, creeks, rivers, waterways and other aquatic environments; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; reduce solid waste generation; promote the use of reusable, compostable and recyclable materials within the City; and preserve the natural, scenic, historic, and aesthetic values of the City; and WHEREAS, there are numerous retail establishments within the City that provide single- use bags to their customers; and WHEREAS, most of such single-use bags are made of plastic or other material that does not readily decompose; and WHEREAS, approximately one hundred billion single-use plastic bags are discarded by United States consumers each year; and WHEREAS, numerous studies have documented the prevalence of single-use bags littering the environment, blocking storms drains, entering local waterways, and becoming stuck in or upon natural resources and public property; and WHEREAS, recyclers cite single-use plastic bags as a major source of contamination within the recycling stream, leading to increased costs and decreased efficiency; and WHEREAS, environmental conservation and preservation is one of the City’s core values; and WHEREAS, the City of Elgin Sustainability Commission has recommended the regulation of single-use bags as a means of reducing waste and other negative effects caused by single-use bags; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and the City Council of the City have determined that the use of single-use bags within the City needs to be regulated to protect the public health and safety; and 1  WHEREAS, the City of Elgin is a home rule unit of government, and pursuant to Article VII, Section 6(a) of the Illinois Constitution, may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and WHEREAS, the regulation of the use of single-use bags within the City and the protection of the public health and safety pertain to the government and affairs of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That foregoing recitals are hereby incorporated into this ordinance as though fully set forth herein. Section 2. That Title 6 of the Elgin Municipal Code entitled “Business Licenses and Regulations” be and is hereby further amended by adding a new Chapter 6.05 thereto entitled “Retail Single-Use Bags,” to read as follows: “CHAPTER 6.05 – RETAIL SINGLE-USE BAGS 6.05.010. – Definitions. The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Consumer means any person that makes a purchase at retail. Employee means a natural person who is employed by an employer on a full-time (FT) basis and whose primary place of employment is located within the United States. The term does not include independent contractors, temporary workers, seasonal workers, interns, volunteers, or individuals employed on a part-time, per-diem, or other non-FT basis. For purposes of this definition, “full-time” means employment of not less than 40 hours per week, as determined by the employer’s standard payroll and benefits practices. Person means an individual, natural person, public or private corporation, partnership, company, business, trust, government entity, unincorporated association, club, organization, or any other entity; or the manager, lessee, agent, servant, officer, or employee of any such entity. Plastic means an organic or petroleum-derived synthetic or semi-synthetic solid material synthesized by the polymerization of organic substances that is moldable into various rigid and flexible forms and to which additives or substances may have been added. Plastic does not include natural polymers that have not been chemically modified. 2  Primarily engaged in the sale of ready-to-eat food for immediate consumption means having sales of ready-to-eat food for immediate consumption comprising at least fifty-one percent (51%) of the total sales, excluding sales of liquor. Recycled paper bag means a paper bag that: (1) is one hundred percent (100%) recyclable; and (2) contains at least forty percent (40%) post-consumer recycled material. Restaurant means any business that is primarily engaged in the sale of ready-to-eat food for immediate consumption. Retail mercantile establishment means a business that makes sales at retail and generates occupation or use tax revenue. Retail mercantile establishment does not include a restaurant or a small retail mercantile establishment. Reusable Bag means a bag with threaded stich handles that: (1) is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple uses; and (2) is capable of carrying twenty-two (22) pounds for a distance of one hundred seventy-five (175) feet; and (3) is made of cloth, fiber, or other fabric or recycled material that is machine washable and can be cleaned and disinfected regularly. Single-use checkout bag means a single-use bag that is provide by a retail mercantile establishment at the checkout, cash register, or point-of-sale to a consumer for the purpose of transporting goods or items out of the retail mercantile establishment, and that is not a recycled paper bag or a reusable bag. Single-use checkout bag does not include: (1) a bag that is used to package bulk items, such as fruit, vegetables, nuts, grains, or candy; (2) a bag that is used for greeting cards, balloons, or small hardware items, such as nails and bolts; (3) a bag that is used to contain or wrap frozen foods, meat, or fish, whether prepackaged or not; (4) a bag that is used to contain or wrap flowers or potted plants or other items where dampness may be a problem; (5) a bag that is used to contain unwrapped prepared foods or bakery goods; (6) a bag that is used to contain prescription drugs; (7) a bag that is sold in packages containing multiple bags intended for use as garbage bags, pet waste bags, or yard waste bags; (8) a bag that is brought to a store by the consumer for the consumer's own use or to carry away from the store goods that are not placed in a bag provided by the store; (9) a bag that is provided by a dine-in or take-out restaurant to contain food or drink purchased by the restaurant's consumers; (10) a bag containing a plastic liner that is permanently affixed, or designed and intended to be permanently affixed, to the inside of the particular bag; 3  (11) a newspaper bag, door-hanger bag, laundry cleaning bag, garment bag; or (12) a bag that is used for online or digital orders where an employee of the retail mercantile establishment packages the goods for curbside pick-up or delivery. Small retail mercantile establishment means a retail mercantile establishment that (i) has twelve (12) or fewer locations in the State of Illinois and employs two hundred fifty (250) or fewer employees in the United States or (ii) is a retailer, as defined under the Motor Fuel and Petroleum Standards Act, and occupies less than five thousand (5,000) square feet. 6.05.020. – Single-Use Checkout Bag Prohibition. A retail mercantile establishment shall not offer a single-use checkout bag to consumers at the point of sale or otherwise make a single-use checkout bag available to consumers. A retail mercantile establishment may offer a recycled paper bag or reusable bag to consumers. 6.05.030. – Recycled Paper Bag Fee. A. If a retail mercantile establishment offers a recycled paper bag to consumers, the retail mercantile establishment shall charge a fee of at least ten cents ($0.10) per recycled paper bag offered to a consumer. B. All amounts collected pursuant to this section may be retained by the retail mercantile establishment and may be used for any lawful purpose. C. A retail mercantile establishment may not rebate or otherwise reimburse a consumer any portion of the fee charged under this section. D. The fee imposed under this section does not apply to recycled paper bags that are used to carry items purchased pursuant to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the special supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children, or a similar governmental food assistance program. 6.05.040. – Educational Material and Signage. A. Every retail mercantile establishment subject to the single-use checkout bag prohibition and collection of the recycled paper bag fee shall conspicuously display a sign in a location outside or inside of the establishment, viewable by consumers, alerting consumers to the city’s single-use checkout bag prohibition and recycled paper bag fee. B. The city may develop educational and promotional material, including a sign that complies with subsection (a) of this section, regarding the city’s single-use checkout bag prohibition and recycled paper bag fee. The city shall make any such material available on the city website for use by retail mercantile establishments that are subject to the requirements of this chapter. 4 6.05.050. – Reusable Bags. A. A retail mercantile establishment may provide reusable bags to its consumers for the purpose of enabling the consumer to carry away goods from the point of sale. The fee imposed pursuant to section 6.05.030 of this chapter shall not apply to reusable bags. B. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit a retail mercantile establishment form allowing consumers to bring to the retail mercantile establishment reusable bags for the consumer’s own use or from carrying away goods from the retail mercantile establishment that are not placed in a bag provided by the retail mercantile establishment. 6.05.060. – Penalties. A. In the case of a first violation of this chapter by a retail mercantile establishment, the establishment shall be issued a notice of violation notifying the establishment of the violation of this chapter and advising that any subsequent violations will result in further enforcement of this chapter, including the enforcement of any applicable penalties. B. If, after the issuance of a notice of violation pursuant to subsection 6.05.060.A, a retail mercantile establishment violates any of the provisions or fails to comply with any of the mandatory requirements of this chapter, such violation or failure shall constitute an offense. For any person or establishment found to have committed an offense under this chapter, the fines shall be as follows: 1. The first offense shall be punished by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00); 2. The second offense shall be punished by a fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500.00); 3. The third and any subsequent offenses within any twenty-four (24) month period shall be punished by a fine of not less than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00). C. Each day that a violation under this chapter continues to exist shall constitute a separate and distinct offense. D. The penalties provided in this section 6.05.060 are in addition to any penalties, injunctions, or other legal or equitable relief provided under any other law. Nothing in this chapter shall bar a cause of action by the city for any other penalty, injunction, or other legal or equitable relief provided by any other law. 6.05.070. – Books and Records. 5 Every retail mercantile establishment shall be required to collect the fee imposed pursuant to this chapter and shall keep accurate books and records of its business, including original source documents and books of entry denoting the transaction that gave rise, or may have given rise, to the fee being imposed. Each retail establishment must preserve for three (3) years all records necessary to determine the amount of the fees collected under this chapter. All such books and records shall be subject to and available for inspection by the city during regular business hours. 6.05.080. – Preemption by State Law. The provisions of this chapter shall be subject to any conflicting provisions of state law that preempt the city’s home rule authority with respect to such provisions.” Section 3. That all ordinances or parts of ordinance in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance be and are hereby repealed to the extent of any such conflict. Section 4. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect on June 1, 2027, upon its passage and publication in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Passed: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Published: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk 6 AGENDA ITEM: Other Business 4 MEETING DATE: March 11, 2026 “Building Up Illinois Developments or ‘BUILD’ Act,” (HB5626) – Analysis and Discussion of Proposed State Legislation by Com- munity Development Director Marc Mylott  *LRB10420877RTM34540b* HB5626 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY State of Illinois 2025 and 2026 HB5626 Introduced 2/19/2026, by Rep. Kam Buckner SYNOPSIS AS INTRODUCED: See Index Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that, 8 months after the effective date of the amendatory Act, a municipality shall, on any lot located in a residential zoning district that permits single-family dwellings, allow (1) on an area of not more than 2,500 square feet, at least one detached single-family dwelling unit; (2) on any lot with an area of more than 2,500 square feet and not more than 5,000 square feet, up to 4 dwelling units; (3) on any lot with an area of more than 5,000 square feet and not more than 7,500 square feet, up to 6 dwelling units; and (4) on any lot with an area of more than 7,500 square feet, up to 8 dwelling units, including cottage clusters. Provides that each municipality shall permit accessory dwelling units in all zoning districts that permit single-family dwellings without additional requirements for lot size, setbacks, aesthetic requirements, design review requirements, frontage, space limitations, or other controls beyond those required for single-family dwelling units without an accessory dwelling unit. Provides that, if a municipality fails to complete its plan review within the deadlines established under the provisions, then the applicant may retain a qualified third-party plan reviewer. Provides that, if a municipality fails to conduct a required inspection within 2 business days, then the applicant may retain a qualified third-party inspector. Provides that municipalities authorized to levy impact fees must calculate fees using the statewide formula structure issued by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2027, the corporate authorities of a municipality shall not establish minimum automobile parking requirements for (A) residential dwellings of less than 1,500 square feet; (B) affordable housing projects under the Illinois Affordable Housing Act; (C) assisted living establishments; (D) ground level nonresidential spaces in mixed-use buildings; or (E) buildings undergoing a change of use from nonresidential to residential. Amends the Counties Code. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2027, no building code adopted by a county or municipality may prohibit residential buildings from having a single stairway serving as an exit for all units if the building satisfies specified requirements. Limits home rule powers. Makes other changes. LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b A BILL FOR  HB5626 LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 AN ACT concerning local government. 2 Be it enacted by the People of the State of Illinois, 3 represented in the General Assembly: 4 Section 5. The Counties Code is amended by adding Section 5 5-1063.3 as follows: 6 (55 ILCS 5/5-1063.3 new) 7 Sec. 5-1063.3. Building codes; stairs. 8 (a) As used in this Section, "building code" means any 9 ordinance, resolution, law, housing or building code, or 10 zoning ordinance that establishes construction related 11 activities applicable to structures in the county. 12 (b) Beginning January 1, 2027, no building code adopted by 13 a county may prohibit residential buildings from having a 14 single stairway serving as an exit for all units if the 15 building: 16 (1) has not more than 6 stories above grade plane; 17 (2) is equipped with an automatic sprinkler system in 18 the interior exit stairway; 19 (3) has all dwelling unit doors serving as an exit 20 equipped with self-closing devices; 21 (4) is equipped with smoke detection throughout all 22 common areas and individual dwelling units; 23 (5) has at least one emergency escape and rescue  HB5626 - 2 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 opening for each individual dwelling unit; and 2 (6) has not more than 4 individual dwelling units on a 3 floor. 4 (c) A home rule unit may not regulate buildings in a manner 5 inconsistent with this Section. This Section is a limitation 6 under subsection (i) of Section 6 of Article VII of the 7 Illinois Constitution on the concurrent exercise by home rule 8 units of powers and functions exercised by the State. 9 Section 10. The Illinois Municipal Code is amended by 10 adding Sections 1-2-3.2, Division 12.2, 11-13-30, 11-13-31, 11 Division 13.1, and Division 31.2 as follows: 12 (65 ILCS 5/1-2-3.2 new) 13 Sec. 1-2-3.2. Building codes; stairs. 14 (a) As used in this Section, "building code" means any 15 ordinance, resolution, law, housing or building code, or 16 zoning ordinance that establishes construction related 17 activities applicable to structures in the municipality. 18 (b) Beginning January 1, 2027, no building code adopted by 19 a municipality may prohibit residential buildings from having 20 a single stairway serving as an exit for all units if the 21 building: 22 (1) has not more than 6 stories above grade plane; 23 (2) is equipped with an automatic sprinkler system in 24 the interior exit stairway;  HB5626 - 3 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 (3) has all dwelling unit doors serving as an exit 2 equipped with self-closing devices; 3 (4) is equipped with smoke detection throughout all 4 common areas and individual dwelling units; 5 (5) has at least one emergency escape and rescue 6 opening for each individual dwelling unit; and 7 (6) has not more than 4 individual dwelling units on a 8 floor. 9 (c) A home rule municipality may not regulate buildings in 10 a manner inconsistent with this Section. This Section is a 11 limitation under subsection (i) of Section 6 of Article VII of 12 the Illinois Constitution on the concurrent exercise by home 13 rule units of powers and functions exercised by the State. 14 (65 ILCS 5/Art. 11 Div. 12.2 heading new) 15 DIVISION 12.2. IMPACT MITIGATION FEES 16 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-1 new) 17 Sec. 11-12.2-1. Legislative findings and purpose. 18 (a) The General Assembly finds that: 19 (1) Illinois communities require predictable, 20 evidence-based standards to ensure that new development 21 contributes fairly to public services, infrastructure, 22 schools, parks, and other essential facilities. 23 (2) Existing State laws authorize land dedication or 24 fees instead of land dedication but lack uniform,  HB5626 - 4 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 transparent formulas that reflect the true impacts of 2 residential development. 3 (3) The absence of standardized methodologies results 4 in inconsistent practices, prolonged negotiations, and 5 uncertainty for developers and units of local governments. 6 (4) Establishing statewide formulas for calculating 7 impact mitigation fees will create fairness, increase 8 certainty, and streamline housing production statewide. 9 (b) The purpose of this Division is to ensure that impact 10 fees imposed by municipalities in this State are predictable, 11 proportionate, transparent, and supportive of housing 12 production, including missing middle housing. This Act 13 establishes statewide model impact-fee formulas and 14 demographic multipliers and requires municipal use of these 15 formulas when imposing impact fees on residential development. 16 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-5 new) 17 Sec. 11-12.2-5. Definitions. As used in this Division: 18 "Residential development" means construction, conversion, 19 or placement of new housing units, including single-family 20 homes, multifamily dwellings, and middle housing. 21 "Standardized impact mitigation fee" means a fee 22 calculated using the formulas established under this Division 23 to mitigate the measurable impacts of residential development. 24 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-10 new)  HB5626 - 5 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 Sec. 11-12.2-10. Applicability. 2 (a) The formulas established in this Division apply only 3 to municipalities authorized to levy impact fees. 4 (b) Municipalities may not impose impact fees based on any 5 methodology other than the formulas in this Division, unless 6 expressly allowed in Section 11-12.2-40. 7 (c) Municipalities may adopt fees lower than the 8 formula-derived levels but may not exceed formula-based 9 maximums. 10 (d) Nothing in this Division confers new authority upon 11 non-home rule municipalities. 12 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-15 new) 13 Sec. 11-12.2-15. Mandatory statewide formulas. 14 (a) Municipalities authorized to levy impact fees must 15 calculate fees using the statewide formula structure issued by 16 the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, which 17 shall cover: 18 (1) school impact mitigation; 19 (2) parks and open space; 20 (3) transportation; 21 (4) public safety; and 22 (5) stormwater and other public facilities. 23 (b) The formulas shall incorporate the State-issued 24 components under Section 11-12.2-20, including: 25 (1) standardized demand multipliers;  HB5626 - 6 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 (2) baseline capital cost tables; 2 (3) model worksheets and formula templates; 3 (4) allowable adjustment factors; and 4 (5) model ordinance requirements. 5 (c) Municipalities must use the State-issued model 6 worksheet or digital calculator to generate their fee 7 schedules. No alternative calculation method may be used. 8 (d) Middle housing must receive fee adjustments based on 9 State-established multipliers that reflect lower average 10 household size and lower per-unit service demand. 11 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-20 new) 12 Sec. 11-12.2-20. State-issued formula components. The 13 Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity shall issue, 14 update annually, and make publicly available the following 15 mandatory information to be used in the calculation of 16 standardized impact mitigation fees: 17 (1) Multipliers estimating service demand by housing 18 type, including, but not limited to: 19 (A) student-generation rates; 20 (B) household population multipliers; 21 (C) peak-hour trip generation; 22 (D) public safety service load factors; and 23 (E) stormwater or utility demand coefficients. 24 The multipliers under this paragraph replace all 25 municipal multipliers unless the Department of Commerce  HB5626 - 7 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 and Economic Opportunity authorizes a documented 2 variation. 3 (2) Statewide per-capita or per-unit capital cost 4 estimates for schools, parks, transportation, public 5 safety, and stormwater facilities. The Department of 6 Commerce and Economic Opportunity shall define permissible 7 deviations, including allowable ranges for: 8 (A) land acquisition costs; 9 (B) construction and capital costs; and 10 (C) capacity expansion costs. 11 (3) The Department of Commerce and Economic 12 Opportunity must provide downloadable spreadsheets or 13 web-based calculators embedding all formulas, multipliers, 14 and cost tables. Municipalities authorized to levy impact 15 fees must use these worksheets to produce their fee 16 schedules. Worksheets must automatically generate a 17 public-facing fee schedule for municipal adoption. 18 (4) The Department of Commerce and Economic 19 Opportunity shall issue statewide adjustment factors 20 permitting controlled variation, including: 21 (A) land-value cost adjustments within 22 State-defined bands; 23 (B) infill or redevelopment discount factors; 24 (C) documented higher-cost construction market 25 adjustments; and 26 (D) middle-housing elasticity adjustments.  HB5626 - 8 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 Adjustment factors under this paragraph may not exceed 2 State-defined maximums or minimums. 3 (5) The Department of Commerce and Economic 4 Opportunity shall issue a model impact fee ordinance that 5 municipalities authorized to levy impact fees must adopt 6 verbatim or with only technical deviations. The model 7 ordinance must include: 8 (A) definitions; 9 (B) applicability; 10 (C) formula structure; 11 (D) exemptions; 12 (E) reporting; 13 (F) annual fee recalibration process; and 14 (G) appeal procedures conforming to constitutional 15 nexus standards. 16 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-30 new) 17 Sec. 11-12.2-30. Public fee schedule. 18 (a) Each municipality authorized to levy impact fees must, 19 before imposing any fee, publish a schedule identifying: 20 (1) the formula-generated maximum fee per unit type; 21 (2) the State-issued multipliers and assumptions used; 22 (3) any allowable municipal adjustment factors 23 applied; and 24 (4) any municipal reductions adopted. 25 (b) Only fees produced through the State worksheet may be  HB5626 - 9 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 imposed. 2 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-40 new) 3 Sec. 11-12.2-40. Interaction with land dedication 4 requirements. 5 (a) If the laws of this State authorize land dedication or 6 fees instead of land dedication, then a standardized impact 7 mitigation fee is a fee instead of land dedication unless a 8 municipal ordinance expressly requires both a fee and land 9 dedication. 10 (b) A pre-existing land dedication requirement may 11 continue only if: 12 (1) it existed prior to the effective date of this 13 amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly; and 14 (2) a formula-based cash alternative using the State 15 worksheets is available. 16 (c) Any land dedication requirement without a cash 17 alternative is superseded. 18 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-45 new) 19 Sec. 11-12.2-45. Exemptions and reductions. 20 (a) Mandatory exemptions shall include: 21 (1) units affordable to households equals 60% AMI; 22 (2) permanent supportive housing; 23 (3) transitional housing; and 24 (4) accessory dwelling units.  HB5626 - 10 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 (b) Municipalities may grant additional reductions for: 2 (1) middle housing; 3 (2) transit-oriented development; 4 (3) redevelopment of vacant, underutilized, or 5 brownfield parcels; and 6 (4) a building undergoing a change of use from a 7 nonresidential to a residential use. 8 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-50 new) 9 Sec. 11-12.2-50. Report requirements. 10 (a) Municipalities authorized to levy impact fees must 11 annually report to the Department of Commerce and Economic 12 Opportunity: 13 (1) fees collected; 14 (2) fund expenditures; 15 (3) fund balances; 16 (4) number and type of housing units approved; and 17 (5) any use of adjustment factors. 18 (b) The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity 19 shall publish online the reports that municipalities submit 20 under subsection (a). 21 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-55 new) 22 Sec. 11-12.2-55. Rulemaking. 23 (a) The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity 24 shall adopt rules necessary to implement this Division,  HB5626 - 11 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 including: 2 (1) formula methodologies; 3 (2) multipliers; 4 (3) capital cost tables; 5 (4) allowable adjustment ranges; 6 (5) worksheets and calculators; and 7 (6) model ordinances. 8 (b) The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity 9 shall update multipliers, capital cost tables, and worksheets 10 no less frequently than once every 12 months. 11 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-60 new) 12 Sec. 11-12.2-60. Implementation and transition. 13 (a) The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity 14 shall adopt initial formulas, multipliers, worksheets, and the 15 model ordinance required under this Division no later than 18 16 months after the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 17 104th General Assembly. 18 (b) A municipality authorized to levy impact fees shall 19 adopt the model ordinance and fee schedule consistent with 20 this Division no later than 12 months after the Department of 21 Commerce and Economic Opportunity adopts the initial formulas 22 and model ordinance. 23 (c) Until a municipality adopts the model ordinance 24 required under this Division, it may continue to impose impact 25 fees under its existing ordinances.  HB5626 - 12 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 (d) Beginning 30 months after the effective date of this 2 amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly, any impact fee 3 imposed on residential development must be calculated in 4 accordance with this Division and rules adopted under this 5 Division. 6 (e) An application for residential development that is 7 complete under the laws of the municipality before the 8 municipality adopts the model ordinance shall be subject to 9 the impact fee requirements in effect at the time the 10 application was deemed complete. 11 (f) Nothing in this Division shall be construed to 12 authorize municipality to levy impact fees if it lacked the 13 authority to prior to levy impact fees the effective date of 14 this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly. 15 (65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-65 new) 16 Sec. 11-12.2-65. Home rule preemption. A home rule unit 17 may not regulate plan reviews or building inspections in a 18 manner inconsistent with this Division. This Division is a 19 limitation under subsection (i) of Section 6 of Article VII of 20 the Illinois Constitution on the concurrent exercise by home 21 rule units of powers and functions exercised by the State. 22 (65 ILCS 5/11-13-30 new) 23 Sec. 11-13-30. Accessory dwelling units. 24 (a) As used in this Section, "accessory dwelling unit"  HB5626 - 13 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 means a residential living unit that is located on a lot 2 containing a single-family dwelling that provides independent 3 living facilities for one or more persons, including 4 provisions for sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation, on 5 the same parcel of land as the principal dwelling unit it 6 accompanies. "Accessory dwelling unit" includes a structure 7 that is (i) separate from the primary dwelling unit or (ii) 8 attached to the primary dwelling unit. 9 (b) Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, beginning 10 January 1, 2027, each municipality shall, by ordinance, 11 authorize the development of accessory dwelling units in 12 compliance with this Section. 13 (1) Each municipality shall permit accessory dwelling 14 units in all zoning districts that permit single-family 15 dwellings without additional requirements for lot size, 16 setbacks, aesthetic requirements, design review 17 requirements, frontage, space limitations, or other 18 controls beyond those required for single-family dwelling 19 units without an accessory dwelling unit. An accessory 20 dwelling unit may be constructed as a new structure or 21 from an existing structure, including but not limited to 22 attached or detached garages, attics, basements, and 23 backyard cottages. 24 (2) A municipality is not required to allow more than 25 one accessory dwelling unit for any single-family 26 dwelling.  HB5626 - 14 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 (3) Accessory dwelling units may be constructed at the 2 same time as the principal dwelling unit. 3 (4) No municipality shall: 4 (A) require additional automobile parking spaces 5 for a property with an accessory dwelling unit beyond 6 the requirements for a single-family dwelling unit 7 without an accessory dwelling unit; 8 (B) require the establishment of a familial 9 relationship between the occupants of an accessory 10 dwelling unit and the occupants of a principal 11 dwelling unit; or 12 (C) establish a minimum or maximum limit on (i) 13 square footage of an accessory dwelling unit or (ii) 14 the number of bedrooms of an accessory dwelling unit. 15 (c) A home rule municipality may not regulate accessory 16 dwelling units in a manner inconsistent with this Section. 17 This Section is a limitation under subsection (i) of Section 6 18 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution on the concurrent 19 exercise by home rule units of powers and functions exercised 20 by the State. 21 (65 ILCS 5/11-13-31 new) 22 Sec. 11-13-31. Automobile parking requirements for 23 residential developments. 24 (a) Beginning January 1, 2027, the corporate authorities 25 of a municipality shall not:  HB5626 - 15 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 (1) require more than 0.5 automobile parking spaces 2 per multifamily dwelling unit or more than one automobile 3 parking space per single-family home; or 4 (2) establish minimum automobile parking requirements 5 for: 6 (A) residential dwellings of less than 1,500 7 square feet; 8 (B) affordable housing projects under the Illinois 9 Affordable Housing Act; 10 (C) assisted living establishments, as defined by 11 the Assisted Living and Shared Housing Act; 12 (D) ground level nonresidential spaces in 13 mixed-use buildings; or 14 (E) buildings undergoing a change of use from 15 nonresidential to residential. 16 (b) This Section does not apply: 17 (1) to requirements for automobile parking spaces 18 permanently marked for the exclusive use of individuals 19 with disabilities in compliance with the American with 20 Disabilities Act; or 21 (2) if the requirements of this Section conflict with 22 a developer's contractual agreement or approved site plan 23 with the corporate authorities of a municipality that was 24 executed or approved on or before the effective date of 25 this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly. 26 (c) Nothing in this Section prevents a municipality from  HB5626 - 16 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 enacting or enforcing an ordinance or resolution that 2 establishes a maximum automobile parking requirement that is 3 more stringent than or equal to the automobile parking 4 requirements of this Section. 5 (d) Nothing in this Section prohibits a developer from 6 constructing additional automobile parking that is not 7 available to the public. 8 (e) A home rule unit may not regulate automobile parking 9 in a manner inconsistent with this Section. This Section is a 10 limitation under subsection (i) of Section 6 of Article VII of 11 the Illinois Constitution on the concurrent exercise by home 12 rule units of powers and functions exercised by the State. 13 (65 ILCS 5/Art. 11 Div. 13.1 heading new) 14 Division 13.1. MIDDLE HOUSING 15 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-1 new) 16 Sec. 11-13.1-1. Purpose. The purpose of this Division is 17 to expand housing choice, increase the supply of attainable 18 housing, and establish uniform statewide standards for middle 19 housing production while preserving reasonable, 20 non-exclusionary municipal design and siting authority. 21 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-5 new) 22 Sec. 11-13.1-5. Definitions. As used in this Division: 23 "Attached courtyard housing" means a form of middle  HB5626 - 17 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 housing consisting of 2 or more attached dwelling units 2 arranged to face a shared common courtyard, where each unit 3 has a primary entrance oriented toward the courtyard and the 4 courtyard provides pedestrian access, light, air, and shared 5 open space for the dwelling units. 6 "Clear and objective standard" means a standard that does 7 not require discretionary judgment in its interpretation or 8 application and that applies uniformly to all applicants. 9 "Common courtyard" means a landscaped or hardscaped area 10 accessible to multiple dwelling units that provides pedestrian 11 access and passive or active recreation. 12 "Cottage cluster" means a grouping of 3 or more detached 13 or semi-detached dwelling units on a shared lot or parcel, 14 arranged around common open space, and served by shared 15 pedestrian or vehicular access. 16 "Detached courtyard housing" means a form of middle 17 housing consisting of 2 or more detached dwelling units 18 located on a shared lot or parcel and arranged to face a shared 19 common courtyard, where each unit has a primary entrance 20 oriented toward the courtyard and the courtyard provides 21 pedestrian access, light, air, and shared open space for the 22 dwelling units. 23 "Discretionary review" means any land-use or development 24 approval that requires the exercise of subjective judgment by 25 a legislative body, planning commission, zoning board of 26 appeals, architectural review board, or similar body,  HB5626 - 18 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 including, but not limited to, special uses, conditional uses, 2 variances, planned unit developments, or non-objective design 3 review. "Discretionary review" does not include: 4 (1) ministerial building permit review for compliance 5 with clear and objective standards; 6 (2) historic preservation review required solely for 7 the demolition of a structure designated as a local, 8 State, or national historic landmark; or 9 (3) environmental or safety review required by State 10 or federal law. 11 "Middle housing" means: 12 (1) duplexes; 13 (2) triplexes; 14 (3) fourplexes; 15 (4) cottage clusters; 16 (5) townhouses; 17 (6) attached courtyard housing; 18 (7) detached courtyard housing; and 19 (8) stacked-flat plexes 20 "Middle housing land division" means the division of land 21 containing middle housing to allow fee-simple ownership of one 22 or more dwelling units consistent with Section 11-13.1-40. 23 "Pedestrian path" means a walkway connecting at least one 24 building entrance to a public or private street that complies 25 with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 26 1990 and its implementing regulations.  HB5626 - 19 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 "Public transit" means fixed-route bus, commuter rail, 2 light rail, rapid transit, or other publicly operated or 3 publicly subsidized transit with regularly scheduled service. 4 "Residential zoning district" means any municipal zoning 5 district in which detached single-family dwellings are a 6 permitted use. 7 "Stacked-flat plex" means a middle-housing building type 8 containing between 2 and 8 dwelling units, where units are 9 arranged in vertical tiers and accessed by shared or 10 individual entrances, and the overall building is designed to 11 be similar in scale and massing to a detached single-family 12 house. 13 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-10 new) 14 Sec. 11-13.1-10. Statewide middle-housing entitlements. 15 (a) This Section applies to every residential zoning 16 district in every municipality with zoning authority under 17 this Code. 18 (b) A municipality shall provide for at least one 19 residential zoning district in which detached single-family 20 dwellings are permitted on lots with an area of not more than 21 2,500 square feet. A municipality may not require a minimum 22 lot area of more than 2,500 square feet for detached 23 single-family dwellings in any residential zoning district 24 that permits detached single-family dwellings. 25 (c) The following residential unit allowances are  HB5626 - 20 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 permitted on any lot located in a residential zoning district 2 that permits detached single-family dwellings: 3 (1) On any lot with an area of not more than 2,500 4 square feet, at least one detached single-family dwelling 5 unit shall be permitted as of right. 6 (2) Up to 4 dwelling units are permitted as of right on 7 any lot with an area of more than 2,500 square feet and not 8 more than 5,000 square feet. 9 (3) Up to 6 dwelling units are permitted as of right on 10 any lot with an area of more than 5,000 square feet and not 11 more than 7,500 square feet. 12 (4) Up to 8 dwelling units, including cottage 13 clusters, are permitted as of right on any lot with an area 14 of more than 7,500 square feet. Each individual cottage 15 counts as a dwelling unit for purposes of this paragraph 16 (4). 17 (d) Municipalities may authorize unit counts or densities 18 that exceed the allowances established in this Section but may 19 not reduce them. 20 (e) For the first 8 months after the effective date of this 21 amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly, municipalities 22 may continue to review middle-housing permit applications 23 under existing local standards. During this period, 24 municipalities may not adopt new standards that reduce the 25 minimum dwelling-unit entitlements set forth in subsection 26 (b). Beginning immediately after the 8-month period, any  HB5626 - 21 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 municipal ordinance that conflicts with subsection (b) is void 2 and unenforceable to the extent of the conflict. After the 3 transition period: 4 (1) if a municipality has adopted conforming zoning 5 amendments under Section 11-13.1-45, then permit 6 applications shall be reviewed under the municipality's 7 updated zoning code; and 8 (2) if a municipality has not adopted conforming 9 amendments within 8 months after the effective date of 10 this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly, then 11 permit applications shall be reviewed under the default 12 clear-and-objective standards in Section 11-13.1-35. 13 (f) Any residential zoning district that permits detached 14 single-family dwellings shall also permit the dwelling unit 15 allowance required under this Section, regardless of zoning 16 classification or district name. 17 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-15 new) 18 Sec. 11-13.1-15. Conversion of existing residential 19 structures. 20 (a) A municipality must allow an existing principal 21 residential structure to be converted to any middle-housing 22 type up to the maximum units permitted under Section 23 11-13.1-10 if: 24 (1) the structure is not expanded by more than 50% of 25 its existing floor area or more than 1,200 square feet,  HB5626 - 22 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 whichever is greater; and 2 (2) the conversion complies with applicable building 3 codes and preservation or landmark laws. 4 (b) A compliant conversion shall not be subject to 5 site-development standards that apply only to new 6 construction. 7 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-20 new) 8 Sec. 11-13.1-20. Local development and design standards. 9 (a) Municipal standards for bulk, lot area, yards, height, 10 automobile parking, density, floor-area ratio, lot coverage, 11 access, unit size, building separation, and design are 12 enforceable only if the standards: 13 (1) are clear and objective; and 14 (2) do not, individually or cumulatively, preclude or 15 materially discourage the development of middle housing on 16 typical lots in the zoning district, or unreasonably delay 17 development of the minimum dwelling-unit allowances 18 established under Section 11-13.1-10. 19 (b) Municipalities may not adopt or enforce standards for 20 bulk, lot area, yards, height, automobile parking, density, 21 floor-area ratio, lot coverage, access, unit size, building 22 separation, and design that: 23 (1) impose requirements on middle housing that are 24 more restrictive than those applicable to detached 25 single-family dwellings;  HB5626 - 23 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 (2) require automobile parking mandates for 2 residential dwellings of less than 1,500 square feet and 3 require automobile parking mandates no greater than: 4 (A) 0.5 automobile parking spaces per multifamily 5 dwelling unit; or 6 (B) more than one automobile parking space per 7 single family home; and 8 (3) require any form of discretionary review, 9 including, but not limited to, special use permits, 10 planned unit developments, public hearings, or 11 discretionary design review, unless the same review is 12 required for detached single-family dwellings. 13 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-25 new) 14 Sec. 11-13.1-25. Administrative processing. 15 Middle-housing applications that comply with clear and 16 objective standards must be processed: 17 (1) as a permitted use; 18 (2) without discretionary review; and 19 (3) within the same timeframe applied to detached 20 single-family dwellings. 21 Nothing in this Section shall be construed to prohibit 22 demolition review required under an adopted historic 23 preservation ordinance for a locally, State, or nationally 24 designated historic resource.  HB5626 - 24 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-30 new) 2 Sec. 11-13.1-30. Default clear and objective standards. 3 (a) This Section applies in any municipality that: 4 (1) fails to adopt conforming zoning amendments within 5 8 months after the effective date of this amendatory Act 6 of the 104th General Assembly; or 7 (2) has adopted zoning provisions that conflict with 8 this Division. 9 If this Section applies to a municipality, then the 10 standards under this Section apply in all residential zoning 11 districts in the municipality and the permit applications in 12 residential zoning districts within the municipality shall be 13 reviewed solely under this Division. 14 (b) A municipality's minimum setbacks for dwellings shall 15 not exceed 10 feet from the front of the dwelling; 5 feet from 16 either side of the dwelling; 10 feet from the rear of the 17 dwelling; or 10 feet from the corner of the corner-lot street. 18 Municipalities may not impose a maximum building height of 19 less than 35 feet. Any additional height reductions based on 20 building form, articulation, roof type, or architectural style 21 are invalid. The maximum lot-coverage limit shall not be less 22 than 70%. The maximum floor-area-ratio limit shall not be less 23 than 1.5. The minimum separation between structures on the 24 same lot shall not exceed 6 feet, except as required by the 25 State Fire Code. 26 (c) The maximum number of required automobile parking  HB5626 - 25 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 spaces is 0.5 spaces per multifamily dwelling unit. No 2 automobile parking may be required for any lot located within 3 one-half mile of public transit. Municipal automobile parking 4 design standards are limited to surfacing, emergency-access, 5 and drainage requirements under State law. 6 (d) Access to a dwelling via an alley or shared driveway 7 must be permitted. The municipality's maximum driveway widths 8 must not exceed (i) 10 feet for one-way access or (ii) 18 feet 9 for 2-way access. No minimum street-frontage applies if access 10 exists via an easement or alley. No more than one driveway may 11 be required per development. 12 (e) Design standards are applicable to all residential 13 development, including middle housing. Design standards are 14 limited to: 15 (1) at least one primary entrance facing the street, 16 except for cottage clusters; 17 (2) roof-drainage compliance with State plumbing codes 18 and stormwater codes; 19 (3) at least 20% transparency on street-facing 20 facades; 21 (4) materials permitted under the State building code; 22 and 23 (5) no standards based on subjective criteria, 24 including, but not limited to, compatibility, character, 25 and context. 26 (f) Design standards for middle-housing include the  HB5626 - 26 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 following standards: 2 (1) Design standards for cottage clusters include the 3 following standards: 4 (A) The minimum unit size shall be at least 150 5 square feet. 6 (B) Cottage clusters shall contain a common open 7 space of at least 150 square feet per unit. 8 (C) Automobile parking in cottage clusters may be 9 consolidated. 10 (D) Cottage clusters shall contain pedestrian 11 paths required, as needed, for fire safety and life 12 safety. 13 (2) Complexes of between 2 and 8 units may occupy the 14 same building envelope allowed for a detached 15 single-family dwelling under this Section. Municipalities 16 may not require complexes of between 2 and 8 units to have 17 design differentiation from single-family structures. 18 (3) The design standards for a townhomes may not 19 require minimum rear setbacks greater than 10 feet, except 20 that lots with rear alley access shall not be required to 21 have minimum rear setbacks greater than 0 feet. The design 22 standards for a townhomes shall include minimum setbacks 23 at a common wall property line of greater than 0 feet. 24 (4) Existing buildings may be converted to up to 8 25 units of middle housing without triggering standards 26 applicable only to new construction, other than  HB5626 - 27 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 life-safety codes. A building's existing nonconformities 2 need not be corrected. 3 (g) Municipalities shall approve land subdivisions, 4 condo-alternatives, or attached-dwelling plats that enable 5 fee-simple ownership. Lot-size, dimension, and frontage 6 requirements shall not preclude the divisions. Shared areas 7 may be governed by easements, covenants, or owners' 8 associations. 9 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-35 new) 10 Sec. 11-13.1-35. Middle-housing land divisions. 11 Municipalities shall approve a middle-housing land division if 12 the application demonstrates that: 13 (1) each dwelling unit has separate utility 14 connections or easements; 15 (2) private and common areas, access ways, and shared 16 facilities are protected by recorded easements or 17 agreements; 18 (3) the proposed middle-housing land division does not 19 conflict with the municipality's building safety codes; 20 and 21 (4) the middle-housing land division preserves the 22 ability to meet applicable standards under this Division. 23 A middle-housing land division shall not be denied based 24 on minimum lot-size, density, or similar standards.  HB5626 - 28 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-40 new) 2 Sec. 11-13.1-40. Municipality requirements. 3 (a) Each municipality must amend its zoning ordinance to 4 conform to this Division within 8 months after the effective 5 date of this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly. 6 (b) If a municipality fails to adopt conforming amendments 7 within 8 months after the effective date of this amendatory 8 Act of the 104th General Assembly, then the default 9 clear-and-objective standards in Section 11-13.1-30 shall 10 automatically apply. 11 (c) Any municipal ordinance that conflicts with this 12 Division is void and unenforceable to the extent of the 13 conflict 8 months after the effective date of this amendatory 14 Act of the 104th General Assembly. 15 (d) During the first 8 months after the effective date of 16 this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly, 17 municipalities may continue to review middle-housing permit 18 applications under existing local standards. No municipality 19 may adopt new standards during this period that reduce the 20 minimum dwelling-unit entitlements in subsection (c) of 21 Section 11-13.1-10. 22 (e) Any person or entity aggrieved by a municipality's 23 action or inaction alleged to violate this Division may bring 24 an action for declaratory or injunctive relief in a court of 25 competent jurisdiction. If the court finds that a municipality 26 has violated this Division, then the court shall award  HB5626 - 29 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 reasonable attorney's fees and costs to the prevailing 2 plaintiff. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to 3 limit any other remedies available at law or in equity. 4 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-45 new) 5 Sec. 11-13.1-45. Conflict. In case of any conflict between 6 the provisions of this Division and Division 11-13, the 7 provisions of this Division shall prevail and control. 8 (65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-50 new) 9 Sec. 11-13.1-50. Home rule. A home rule unit may not 10 regulate middle housing in a manner inconsistent with this 11 Division. This Division is a limitation under subsection (i) 12 of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution on the 13 concurrent exercise by home rule units of powers and functions 14 exercised by the State. 15 (65 ILCS 5/Art. 11 Div. 31.2 heading new) 16 DIVISION 31.2. BUILDING INSPECTIONS 17 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-1 new) 18 Sec. 11-31.2-1. Findings and purpose. 19 (a) The General Assembly finds and declares that: 20 (1) uncertain and lengthy building permit review and 21 inspection timelines add costs, delay community 22 investment, and make it harder to deliver housing across  HB5626 - 30 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 the State; 2 (2) ensuring predictable, efficient, and transparent 3 review processes is a matter of statewide concern 4 affecting housing supply, public safety, and economic 5 competitiveness; 6 (3) several states, including Florida, Arizona, 7 Tennessee, Texas, and New Hampshire, have adopted 8 third-party plan review and inspection systems that 9 accelerate development timelines while maintaining safety 10 and code compliance; and 11 (4) By setting statewide expectations and offering 12 qualified third-party review options when local deadlines 13 are exceeded, Illinois can reduce avoidable delays and 14 help advance needed housing and commercial development in 15 communities large and small. 16 (b) It is the purpose of this Division to create a 17 statewide third-party plan review and inspection framework, to 18 establish uniform municipal deadlines, and to ensure that all 19 applicants may obtain timely approvals necessary to advance 20 construction while maintaining public safety and building-code 21 standards. 22 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-2 new) 23 Sec. 11-31.2-2. Definitions. As used in this Act: 24 "Business day" means any day other than a Saturday, 25 Sunday, or State-recognized holiday.  HB5626 - 31 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 "Complete application" means an application that includes 2 all forms, fees, documents, site plans, and other materials 3 required by local ordinance. 4 "Qualified third-party plan reviewer" means a person who: 5 (1) is a licensed architect or engineer under the laws 6 of this State; and 7 (2) holds a current and active certification issued by 8 the International Code Council, the National Fire 9 Protection Association, or the International Association 10 of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, or one of their 11 successor organizations. 12 "Qualified third-party inspector" means a person who: 13 (1) is a licensed architect or engineer; and 14 (2) holds a current and active certification issued by 15 the International Code Council, the National Fire 16 Protection Association, or the International Association 17 of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, or one of their 18 successor organizations. 19 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-5 new) 20 Sec. 11-31.2-5. Applicability. This Division applies to 21 all municipalities, including home-rule units. 22 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-10 new) 23 Sec. 11-31.2-10. Municipal plan review timelines. 24 (a) A municipality shall complete its initial plan review  HB5626 - 32 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 within: 2 (1) 15 business days after receipt of a complete 3 application for a one-family residential project or 4 2-family residential project; or 5 (2) 30 business days after receipt of a complete 6 application for any multifamily, mixed-use, or commercial 7 project. 8 (b) A municipality shall issue written comments or 9 approval within the applicable deadline. 10 (c) For any subsequent review cycle after the applicant 11 submits revisions responding to comments, the municipality 12 shall complete review within 10 business days. 13 (d) Failure to meet any deadline under this Section 14 triggers the applicant's right to use a qualified third-party 15 plan reviewer under Section 11-31.2-20. 16 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-15 new) 17 Sec. 11-31.2-15. Inspection timelines. 18 (a) A municipality shall conduct any required inspection 19 within 2 business days after receipt of a request. 20 (b) Failure to conduct the inspection within the required 21 period triggers the applicant's right to use a qualified 22 third-party inspector under Section 11-31.2-25. 23 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-20 new) 24 Sec. 11-31.2-20. Use of qualified third-party plan  HB5626 - 33 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 reviewers upon missed deadline. 2 (a) If a municipality fails to complete its plan review 3 within the deadlines established under Section 11-31.2-10, 4 then the applicant may retain a qualified third-party plan 5 reviewer. 6 (b) A municipality shall accept any plan review submitted 7 by a qualified third-party plan reviewer as meeting the 8 municipality's requirements if the review demonstrates 9 compliance with the applicable building codes. 10 (c) A municipality shall issue the permit within 2 11 business days after receiving a compliant third-party plan 12 review. 13 (d) A municipality may not require a second review, impose 14 additional comments, or delay issuance once a qualified review 15 has been submitted, except as permitted under Section 16 11-31.2-30. 17 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-25 new) 18 Sec. 11-31.2-25. Use of qualified third-party inspectors 19 upon missed deadline. 20 (a) If a municipality fails to conduct a required 21 inspection within 2 business days, then the applicant may 22 retain a qualified third-party inspector. 23 (b) Municipalities shall accept inspection reports 24 submitted under this Section as satisfying local inspection 25 requirements if the report demonstrates compliance with the  HB5626 - 34 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 building code. 2 (c) A municipality shall issue any required approval, 3 certificate, or authorization within one business day after 4 receiving a compliant inspection report. 5 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-30 new) 6 Sec. 11-31.2-30. Municipal audit authority. 7 (a) A municipality retains full authority to audit any 8 third-party plan review or inspection for compliance with 9 applicable codes. Nothing in this Division limits a 10 municipality's authority to issue stop-work orders, withhold 11 certificates of occupancy, or pursue enforcement actions for 12 noncompliance. 13 (b) An audit may not delay issuance of a permit or 14 authorization submitted under Section 11-31.2-20 or 15 11-31.2-25. 16 (c) If a municipality identifies material noncompliance, 17 then it may pursue enforcement actions available under its 18 code authority and report the findings to the Department of 19 Financial and Professional Regulation or applicable 20 credentialing organization. 21 (d) A municipality may require reasonable documentation 22 demonstrating that a qualified third-party plan reviewer or 23 qualified third-party inspector meets the qualification 24 requirements of this Division, including proof that the 25 qualified third-party plan reviewer's or qualified third-party  HB5626 - 35 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 inspector's licensure or certification is current and active. 2 (e) Nothing in this Division shall be construed to 3 transfer liability for code compliance or construction defects 4 from the owner, design professional, or contractor. 5 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-40 new) 6 Sec. 11-31.2-40. Fees; fee parity. 7 (a) A municipality may not charge plan review or 8 inspection fees for any portion of the review process or 9 inspection process performed by a qualified third-party plan 10 reviewer or qualified third-party inspector. 11 (b) Fees charged by a qualified third-party plan reviewer 12 may not exceed the municipality's standard fees for the same 13 service. 14 (c) A municipality shall reduce its fees proportionally 15 when an applicant uses third-party review for only one portion 16 of the process. 17 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-45 new) 18 Sec. 11-31.2-45. Conflicts of interest. 19 (a) A qualified third-party plan reviewer may not review 20 plans if: 21 (1) the qualified third-party plan reviewer, an 22 employee of the qualified third-party plan reviewer, or 23 qualified third-party plan reviewer's employer was 24 involved in making the plans; or  HB5626 - 36 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 (2) the plans are for work to be performed on property 2 owned by the qualified third-party plan reviewer, an 3 employee of the qualified third-party plan reviewer, or 4 qualified third-party plan reviewer's employer. 5 (b) A qualified third-party inspector may not inspect work 6 if the qualified third-party inspector, an employee of the 7 qualified third-party inspector, or qualified third-party 8 inspector's employer: 9 (1) performed any of the work; 10 (2) planned any of the work; or 11 (3) is the owner of the property on which the work was 12 performed. 13 (c) A qualified third-party plan reviewer or qualified 14 third-party inspector shall disclose any potential conflict of 15 interest to the applicant and the municipality before 16 accepting an engagement. 17 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-50 new) 18 Sec. 11-31.2-50. Home rule preemption. A home rule unit 19 may not regulate plan reviews or building inspections in a 20 manner inconsistent with this Division. This Division is a 21 limitation under subsection (i) of Section 6 of Article VII of 22 the Illinois Constitution on the concurrent exercise by home 23 rule units of powers and functions exercised by the State. 24 (65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-97 new)  HB5626 - 37 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 Sec. 11-31.2-97. Severability. The provisions of this 2 Division are severable under Section 1.31 of the Statute on 3 Statutes.  HB5626 - 38 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 INDEX 2 Statutes amended in order of appearance 3 55 ILCS 5/5-1063.3 new 4 65 ILCS 5/1-2-3.2 new 5 65 ILCS 5/Art. 11 Div. 6 12.2 heading new 7 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-1 new 8 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-5 new 9 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-10 new 10 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-15 new 11 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-20 new 12 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-30 new 13 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-40 new 14 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-45 new 15 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-50 new 16 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-55 new 17 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-60 new 18 65 ILCS 5/11-12.2-65 new 19 65 ILCS 5/11-13-30 new 20 65 ILCS 5/11-13-31 new 21 65 ILCS 5/Art. 11 Div. 22 13.1 heading new 23 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-1 new 24 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-5 new 25 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-10 new  HB5626 - 39 - LRB104 20877 RTM 34540 b 1 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-15 new 2 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-20 new 3 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-25 new 4 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-30 new 5 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-35 new 6 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-40 new 7 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-45 new 8 65 ILCS 5/11-13.1-50 new 9 65 ILCS 5/Art. 11 Div. 10 31.2 heading new 11 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-1 new 12 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-2 new 13 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-5 new 14 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-10 new 15 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-15 new 16 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-20 new 17 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-25 new 18 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-30 new 19 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-40 new 20 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-45 new 21 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-50 new 22 65 ILCS 5/11-31.2-97 new  Resolution No. 26-33 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 WITH F.H. PASCHEN, S.N. NIELSEN & ASSOCIATES, LLC FOR HEMMENS SOUTH TEMPORARY DRIVE STORM SEWER REPAIR WHEREAS, the City of Elgin has heretofore entered into a contract F.H. Paschen, S.N. Nielsen & Associates, LLC for the Hemmens south temporary drive storm sewer repair job order contract; and WHEREAS, it is necessary and desirable to modify the terms of the contract as is described in Change Order No. 1 attached hereto. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, be and is hereby authorized and directed to execute Change Order No. 1, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Resolution No. 26-34 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH AIR ONE EQUIPMENT, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF SUPER VAC BATTERY-POWERED VENTILATION FANS BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a Purchase Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Air One Equipment, Inc., for the purchase of Super Vac battery-powered ventilation fans, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Resolution No. 26-35 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING FOR OWNERSHIP AND MAINTENANCE CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN HIGHLAND WOODS SUBDIVISION NEIGHBORHOOD G & I BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the City of Elgin hereby accepts for ownership and maintenance certain public improvements within Highland Woods Subdivision Neighborhood G & I which will include streets, sidewalks, watermains, sanitary sewers, storm sewer, streetlights, street signs, and parkway trees. Acceptance of the public improvements will add the following city-maintained facilities: Approximately 45 lineal feet of 6-inch water main, 4,835 lineal feet of 8-inch water main, twelve 8-inch valves in 48- inch vaults, 16 fire hydrants, 4,198 lineal feet of 8-inch sanitary sewer, 25 sanitary manholes, 578 lineal feet of 12-inch storm sewer, 676 lineal feet of 15-inch storm sewer, 405 lineal feet of 18- inch storm sewer, 195 lineal feet of 21-inch storm sewer, 332 lineal feet of 24-inch storm sewer, 495 lineal feet of 30” storm sewer, 24 storm manholes, 31 catch basins, 25 streetlights, 20 street signs, 4,586 lineal feet of improved street, 9,172 lineal feet of curb and gutter, 44,600 square feet of sidewalk, 203 parkway trees and all their respective appurtenances to the city-maintained facilities. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Resolution No. 26-36 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A PLAT OF EASEMENT FROM 1425 GIFFORD PARTNERS, LLC FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PURPOSES AND ACCEPTANCE FOR OWNERSHIP AND MAINTENANCE CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE SITE LOCATED AT 1425 GIFFORD ROAD BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that David J. Kaptain, Mayor, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a Plat of Easement for 1425 Gifford Road for stormwater management purposes from 1425 Gifford Partners, LLC regarding the property legally described on said plat prepared by Compass Surveying Ltd. dated July 26, 2022, last revised on June 24, 2025, a copy of which is attached hereto. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause said Plat of Easement for 1425 Gifford Road to be recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the City of Elgin hereby accepts for ownership and maintenance certain public improvements within 1425 Gifford Road which will include sidewalks. Acceptance of the public improvements will add the following city-maintained facilities: Approximately 10,176 square feet of sidewalk and all their respective appurtenances to the city-maintained facilities. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Resolution No. 26-37 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A THIRD EXTENSION AGREEMENT WITH 120 WATER AUDIT, INC. D/B/A 120WATER FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH LEAD MITIGATION MEASURES, INCLUDING WATER PITCHER FILTER DISTRIBUTION AND WATER SAMPLING BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a Third Extension Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with 120 Water Audit, Inc. d/b/a 120Water, for professional services in connection with lead mitigation measures, including water pitcher filter distribution and water sampling, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Resolution No. 26-38 RESOLUTION APPOINTING AND REAPPOINTING MEMBERS TO PROPERTY MAINTENANCE BOARD OF APPEALS BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that John Steifuk, is hereby appointed as a member of the Property Maintenance Board of Appeals, for a term that will expire on May 1, 2030. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Jay Cox, is hereby reappointed as a member of the Property Maintenance Board of Appeals, for a term that will expire on May 1, 2030. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Steven Silva, is hereby reappointed as a member of the Property Maintenance Board of Appeals, for a term that will expire on May 1, 2030. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Resolution No. 26-39 RESOLUTION APPOINTING AND REAPPOINTING MEMBERS TO EMERGENCY TELEPHONE SYSTEM (E911) BOARD BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Chris Jensen, is hereby appointed as a member of the Emergency Telephone System (E911) Board, for a term that will expire on May 1, 2028. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Jon Kristofferson, is hereby appointed as a member of the Emergency Telephone System (E911) Board, for a term that will expire on May 1, 2027. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Thomas (Pat) Crawford, is hereby reappointed as a member of the Emergency Telephone System (E911) Board, for a term that will expire on May 1, 2028. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Jamie Fleisner and Jason Meier, are hereby reappointed as members of the Emergency Telephone System (E911) Board, for terms that will expire on May 1, 2027. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Resolution No. 26-40 RESOLUTION APPOINTING AND REAPPOINTING MEMBERS TO BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Marisol Gonzalez, is hereby appointed as a member of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, for a term that will expire on May 1, 2027. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Perry Triveri, is hereby appointed as a member of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, for a term that will expire on May 1, 2027. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Bill Williamson, is hereby reappointed as a member of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, for a term that will expire on May 1, 2027. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Jodi Perkins, is hereby reappointed as a member of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, for a term that will expire on May 1, 2029. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Resolution No. 26-41 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH MIDWEST ACADEMY OF TAEKWON-DO, INC. TO PROVIDE MARTIAL ARTS PROGRAMMING BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a Service Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Midwest Academy of TaeKwon-Do, Inc., to provide martial arts programming, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Ordinance No. G5-26 AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING TERRITORY IN THE PGI PLANNED GENERAL INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT TO A PCF PLANNED COMMUNITY FACILITY DISTRICT (850 N. Grove Avenue) WHEREAS, the territory herein described has been classified in the PGI Planned General Industrial District, and is subject to the requirements of Ordinance No. G51-99; and WHEREAS, written application has been made to reclassify certain property located at 850 N. Grove Avenue from PGI Planned General Industrial District established by Ordinance No. G51- 99 to PCF Planned Community Facility District to construct a new public elementary school; and WHEREAS, the zoning lot containing the premises at 850 N. Grove Avenue is legally described herein (the “Subject Property”); and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning said application on February 2, 2026, following due notice including by publication; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of said application, subject to the conditions articulated below; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, has reviewed the findings and recommendations of the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission; and WHEREAS, the City of Elgin is a home rule unit and as a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and WHEREAS, zoning, including, but not limited to, this ordinance granting a planned development as a map amendment from PGI Planned General Industrial District to a PCF Planned Community Facility District pertains to the government and affairs of the city. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Elgin hereby adopts the Findings of Fact, dated February 2, 2026, and the recommendations made by the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit A.  Section 2. That the City of Elgin Official Zoning District Map, as provided in Chapter 19.07 Zoning District, Section 19.07.600 entitled “Official Zoning District Map” of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended, be and the same is hereby further amended as follows: The location and boundaries of the zoning districts established in the “Official Zoning District Map”, as amended, be and are hereby altered by including in the PCF Planned Community Facility District the following described property: PARCEL 1: BLOCK 1 OF DAVID C. COOK'S ADDITION TO ELGIN, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST FRACTIONAL QUARTER AND PART OF THE SOUTHEAST FRACTIONAL QUARTER OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: THAT PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN BOUNDED AS FOLLOWS: ON THE SOUTHEAST BY A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND DISTANT 50.00 FEET SOUTHEASTERLY, MEASURED RADIALLY, FROM THE CENTERLINE OF THE MAIN TRACK OF THE CHICAGO AND NORTH WESTERN RAILWAY COMPANY (NOW THE CHICAGO AND NORTH WESTERN TRANSPORTATION COMPANY), AS SAID MAIN TRACK CENTERLINE WAS ORIGINALLY LOCATED AND ESTABLISHED OVER AND ACROSS SAID SECTION 11, ON THE NORTHWEST BY A LINE PARALLEL WITH AND DISTANT 20.00 FEET SOUTHEASTERLY, MEASURED RADIALLY, FROM THE CENTERLINE OF SAID MAIN TRACK AS NOW LOCATED, ON THE SOUTHWEST BY THE NORTH LINE OF LINCOLN AVENUE, AND ON THE NORTHEAST BY THE SOUTH LINE OF SLADE AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS (commonly known as 850 N. Grove Avenue) Section 3. That the City Council of the City of Elgin hereby grants the rezoning from PGI Planned General Industrial District to PCF Planned Community Facility District at 850 N. Grove Avenue, which shall be designed, developed, and operated subject to the following provisions: A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of the PCF Planned Community Facility District is to provide a planned environment for various types of community facilities, subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.60 “Planned Developments” of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. In general, community facilities provide governmental, recreational, educational, health, social, religious, and transportation services to the community on a for-profit or on a not-for-profit basis. B. Supplementary Regulations. Any word or phrase contained herein, followed by the symbol “[SR]”, shall be subject to the definitions and the additional interpretive -2-  requirements provided in Chapter 19.90 “Supplementary Regulations”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. The exclusion of such symbol shall not exempt such word or phrase from the applicable supplementary regulation. C. General Provisions. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, the use and development of land and structures shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.05 “General Provisions”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. D. Zoning Districts; Generally. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, the use and development of land and structures shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.07 “Zoning Districts”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. E. Location and Size of District. PCF Planned Community Facility Districts should be located in substantial conformance to the official comprehensive plan. The amount of land necessary to constitute a separate PCF Planned Community Facility District exclusive of rights of way, but including adjoining land or land directly opposite a right of way shall not be less than two (2) acres. No departure from the required minimum size of a planned community facility district shall be granted by the City Council. F. Land Use. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, the use and development of land and structures shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.10 “Land Use”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. The following enumerated “land uses” [SR] shall be the only land uses allowed as a “permitted use” [SR] or as a “conditional use” [SR] in this PCF Planned Community Facility District: 1. Permitted Uses. Those land uses enumerated as permitted uses within the CF Community Facility District, Section 19.30.130 A., Land Use, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as it may be amended from time to time. 2. Conditional Uses. Those land uses enumerated as conditional uses within the CF Community Facility District, Section 19.30.130 B., Land Use, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as it may be amended from time to time. G. Site Design. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, the use and development of land and structures shall be subject to the provisions of Section 19.12, “Site Design”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended, and Section 19.30.135 “Site Design” for CF Community Facility District, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended, except as provided within this section, and shall be in substantial conformance with the following documents: 1. Substantial conformance to the Development Application submitted by School District U-46, as applicant and property owner, received September 24, 2025, -3-  and supporting documents including: a. Undated Statement of Purpose and Conformance, prepared by School District U-46, dated received December 19, 2025; b. ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey, prepared by Millman Surveying, Inc., dated last revised October 1, 2024; c. New Elgin Elementary School color site plan, prepared by DLA Architects, dated November 21, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; d. Overall site plan, Sheet C0.0, prepared by DLA Architects, dated December 19, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; e. Five-page landscape plans, including sheets L1.0, L1.1, L1.2, L1.3, and L1.4, prepared by DLA Architects, dated January 15, 2026, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; f. New Elgin Elementary School color floor plan, prepared by DLA Architects, dated November 21, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; g. New Elgin Elementary School elevations plan, prepared by DLA Architects, dated November 21, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; h. New Elgin Elementary School monument sign plan, prepared by DLA Architects, dated November 21, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; i. Site Lighting Photometrics plan, Sheet ES2.0, prepared by DLA Architects, dated December 18, 2024, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; j. Site engineering plans titled: School District U-46 New Elgin Elementary School 850 North Grove Avenue Elgin, IL 60120, prepared by DLA Architects, dated December 19, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the City Engineer; In the event of any conflict between such documents and the terms of this ordinance or other applicable city ordinances, the terms of this ordinance or other applicable city ordinances shall supersede and control. 2. A departure is hereby granted to allow the construction of the vehicle use area on the Subject Property with the minimum setback of two (2) feet from the south property line, and the minimum setback of five feet from the north property line. 3. A departure is hereby granted to allow the construction of a five-foot-high black, ornamental, open design fence along the south, west, and north property lines of the Subject Property in substantial conformance to the Overall Site Plan, -4-  Sheet C0.0, prepared by DLA Architects, dated December 19, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director. Said five-foot-high fence along the south and west property lines is hereby permitted to have 15-foot-high netting on top of the fence. 4. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances. H. Off Street Parking. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, off-street parking shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.45 “Off Street Parking”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. I. Off Street Loading. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, off-street loading shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.47 “Off Street Loading”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. J. Signs. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, signs shall be subject to the provisions of 19.50 “Street Graphics”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended, except as provided within this section, and shall be in substantial conformance with the following: 1. A departure is hereby granted to allow the installation of one monument graphic on the Subject Property with the maximum sign surface area of 99 square feet. 2. A departure is hereby granted to allow the installation of an electronic message center with a maximum area of 25 square feet within the proposed monument graphic on the Subject Property. K. Nonconforming Uses and Structures. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, nonconforming uses and structures shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.52 “Nonconforming Uses and Structures” of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. L. Amendments. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, text and map amendments shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.55 “Amendments” of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended M. Planned Developments. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, the use and development of the land and structures shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.60 “Planned Developments” of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. A conditional use for a planned development may be requested by the property owner without requiring an amendment to this PCF zoning district. N. Conditional Uses. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, conditional uses shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.65 “Conditional Uses”, of the -5-  Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. A conditional use may be requested by the property owner without requiring an amendment to this PCF zoning district. O. Variations. In this PCF Planned Community Facility District, variations shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.10.500 “Authorized Land Use Variations”, Chapter 19.12.800 “Authorized Site Design Variations”, and Chapter 19.70 “Variations”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. A variation may be requested by the property owner without requiring an amendment to this PCF zoning district. P. Appeals. Any requirement, determination, or interpretation associated with the administration and enforcement of the provisions of this ordinance may be appealed subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.75 “Appeals”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. Section 4. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Passed: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Published: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk -6-  Ordinance No. G6-26 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PAB PLANNED AREA BUSINESS DISTRICT ORDINANCE NO. G42-07, AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. G49-11 (601 S. Randall Road) WHEREAS, the territory described herein has been classified in the PAB Planned Area Business District by Ordinance No. G25-06; and WHEREAS, by adopting Ordinance No. G42-07 on July 25, 2007, the City Council amended Ordinance No. G25-06 in its entirety and classified the territory in the new PAB Planned Area Business District; and WHEREAS, by adopting Ordinance No. G49-11 on December 7, 2011, the City Council amended Ordinance No. G42-07; and WHEREAS, written application has been made to further amend certain provisions of Ordinance No. G42-07, as amended by Ordinance No. G49-11, to add event venue to the list of conditional uses allowed on the property commonly known as 601-629 S. Randall Road (the “Subject Property”) for the purpose of establishing a restaurant with a banquet hall at the property commonly known as 601 S. Randall Road; and WHEREAS, the Subject Property is legally described in Section 3 of Ordinance No. G42- 07; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning said application on February 2, 2026, following due notice including by publication; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of said application, subject to the conditions articulated below; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, has reviewed the findings and recommendations of the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission; and WHEREAS, the City of Elgin is a home rule unit and as a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and WHEREAS, zoning, including, but not limited to, this ordinance granting an amendment to the PAB Planned Area Business District established by Ordinance No. G42-07, as amended by Ordinance No. G49-11, pertains to the government and affairs of the city.  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Elgin hereby adopts the Findings of Fact, dated February 2, 2026, and the recommendations made by the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit A. Section 2. That Section 3. E. 2. c. of Ordinance No. G42-07, as amended by Ordinance No. G49-11, which regulates “Land Use; Conditional Uses; Services Division”, in the PAB Planned Area Business District of the Subject Property, is hereby amended to include the following additional land use: Event venue [SR] Section 3. That Section 3. G. of Ordinance No. G42-07, as amended by Ordinance No. G49-11, which regulates “Supplemental Site Design Regulation and Architectural Design”, in the PAB Planned Area Business District of the Subject Property, is hereby amended to include the following additional conditions: 6. Substantial conformance to the Development Application submitted by New Future LLC, as applicant and property owner, received November 24, 2025, and supporting documents including: a. Undated Conditional Use Statement of Purpose and Conformance, received January 28, 2026; b. Undated Map Amendment for a Planned Development Statement of Purpose and Conformance, received November 19, 2025; c. ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey of The Golden Corral, prepared by Landmark Engineering Group, dated May 3, 2007; d. Architectural Site Plan, Sheet A100, prepared by Studio Carney Architecture, dated November 19, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; e. Floor Plan, Sheet A110, prepared by Studio Carney Architecture, dated November 19, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; f. Undated Exterior Renderings Tulsi Indian Cuisine, received December 31, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; g. Five-page sign plans, prepared by Elevate Sign Group, dated last revised December 30, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director. In the event of any conflict between such documents and the terms of this ordinance or -2-  other applicable city ordinances, the terms of this ordinance or other applicable city ordinances shall supersede and control. 7. Any event on the Subject Property may be catered, with food preparation and service provided either by the applicant or from an off-site establishment, subject to compliance with applicable health and sanitation codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations. Similarly, any event may include the incidental service of alcohol, with such service provided either by the applicant or from an off-site establishment, subject to compliance with applicable health, sanitation, and liquor codes, ordinances, rules and regulations. 8. Any event on the Subject Property may include the incidental playing of amplified live or recorded music, subject to compliance with applicable noise codes, ordinances, rules and regulations. The incidental playing of amplified live or recorded music is only permitted on the interior of the commercial event space. The applicant must comply with Chapter 10.30 “Noise” of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976 as amended. 9. The events are hereby authorized for only the indoor tenant space described within the associated application for conditional use. However, said events may be established on the Subject Property outside the building as an authorized permitted use, provided the specific event is established and operates in compliance with the temporary use provisions of Section 19.90.015, and the applicant is subject to all such provisions including but not limited to the number and duration and requirement for a separate permit for each outdoors event. 10. All street graphics must meet the requirements of Chapter 19.50 Street Graphics of the Elgin Municipal Code. 11. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances. Section 4. That Section 3. H. of Ordinance No. G42-07, as amended by Ordinance No. G49-11, which regulates “Off-street Parking”, in the PAB Planned Area Business District of the Subject Property, is hereby amended in its entirety to read as follows: H. Off-street Parking. In this PAB Planned Area Business District, off-street parking shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.45 “Off Street Parking”, of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended, and shall be in substantial conformance to the following: 1. A departure is hereby granted to allow the establishment of the proposed restaurant with an event venue, more specifically a banquet hall, on the property commonly known as 601 S. Randall Road, provided a minimum of 166 parking spaces are provided on the property commonly known as 601 S. Randall Road. 2. Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy for the proposed restaurant and -3-  banquet hall at 601 S. Randall Road, the applicant shall submit to the Development Administrator an executed shared parking agreement with the owner(s) of a property adjacent to the south and part of the shopping center commonly known as 609-629 S. Randall Road (Shopping Center Property) to allow for persons associated with the proposed restaurant and banquet hall to use at least thirty-one (31) additional parking spaces on the shopping center property. Such shared parking agreement shall be in effect during all times an event is taking place within said banquet hall. Should the applicant not be able to secure a shared parking agreement with owner(s) of the shopping center property, the applicant shall modify the proposed restaurant and event venue facility such that its parking requirement per the zoning ordinance is satisfied with the number of parking spaces located on the property commonly known as 601 S. Randall Road. Section 5. That except as amended herein, the use and development of Subject Property shall be controlled pursuant to the provisions of Ordinances No. G42-07, as amended by Ordinance No. G49-11. In the event of any conflict between this ordinance and Ordinance No. G42-07 and Ordinance No. G49-11, this ordinance and associated documents shall control and prevail. Section 6. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Passed: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Published: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk -4-  Ordinance No. G7-26 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR AN EVENT VENUE IN THE PAB PLANNED AREA BUSINESS DISTRICT AND ARC ARTERIAL ROAD CORRIDOR OVERLAY DISTRICT (601 S. Randall Road) WHEREAS, written application has been made requesting conditional use approval to establish an event venue at 601 S. Randall Road; and WHEREAS, the zoning lot with the building containing the premises at 601 S. Randall Road is legally described herein (the “Subject Property”); and WHEREAS, the Subject Property is located within the PAB Planned Area Business District established by Ordinance No. G42-07, as amended by Ordinance No. G49-11 and Ordinance No. G6-26, and an event venue is listed as a conditional use within the PAB Planned Area District; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning said application on February 2, 2026, following due notice including by publication; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of said application, subject to the conditions articulated below; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, has reviewed the findings and recommendations of the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission; and WHEREAS, the City of Elgin is a home rule unit and as a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and WHEREAS, zoning, including, but not limited to, this ordinance granting a conditional use in the PAB Planned Area Business District established by Ordinance No. G42-07, as amended by Ordinance No. G49-11 and Ordinance No. G6-26, pertains to the government and affairs of the city. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Elgin hereby adopts the Findings of Fact, dated February 2, 2026, and the recommendations made by the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit A. Section 2. That a conditional use to establish an event venue is hereby granted for the property commonly known as 601 S. Randall Road, commonly identified by Kane County Property Index Numbers 06-21-325-009 and 06-21-341-009, and legally described as follows: ALL OF LOT 4 OF SPARTAN GREEN SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION IN THE SOUTH HALF OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, PURSUANT TO PLAT RECORDED MAY 6, 2006 AS DOCUMENT NO. 2006K057257, AND PART OF LOT 3 IN SAID SUBDIVISION BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; BEGINNING AT THE MOST NORTHEASTERLY CORNER OF LOT 4, THENCE SOUTH 37 DEGREES, 38 MINUTES, AND 50 SECONDS EAST. A DISTANCE OF 37.82 FEET TO A POINT, THENCE SOUTH 52 DEGREES, 21 MINUTES, AND 10 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 185.56 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 59 DEGREES, 18 MINUTES, AND 26 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 87.00 FEET TO THE EASTERLY LINE OF RANDALL ROAD. THENCE NORTH 30 DEGREES, 31 MINUTES, 05 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE EASTERLY LINE OF RANDALL ROAD 27.50 FEET TO THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF LOT 4, THENCE NORTH 52 DEGREES, 21 MINUTES, AND 10 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID SOUTHEASTERLY LINE A DISTANCE OF 268.51 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID PARCEL CONTAINING 1.72 ACRES OR 74,878 SQUARE FEET MORE OR LESS; LEGAL DESCRIPTION PARCEL 2 ALL OF LOT 7 OF SPARTAN GREEN SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION IN THE SOUTH HALF OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 41 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, PURSUANT TO PLAT RECORDED MAY 6, 2006 AS DOCUMENT NO. 2006K057257, AND PART OF LOT 3 IN SAID SUBDIVISION BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; BEGINNING AT THE MOST NORTHEASTERLY CORNER OF LOT 7, THENCE SOUTHEAST ON THE NORTHERLY LINE OF LOT 3 AN ARC DISTANCE OF 38.93 FEET, SAID ARC HAVING A RADIUS OF 201.00 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 52 DEGREES, 21 MINUTES, AND 10 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 236.64 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE NORTH 37 DEGREES, 38 MINUTES, AND 50 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 37.82 FEET TO THE MOST SOUTHERLY CORNER OF LOT 7, THENCE NORTH 52 DEGREES, 21 MINUTES, 10 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF LOT 7 A DISTANCE OF 227.66 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID PARCEL CONTAINING 1.02 ACRES OR 44,241 SQUARE FEET MORE OR LESS; (commonly known as 601 S. Randall Road). 2  Section 3. That the conditional use for the Subject Property as authorized by this ordinance shall be subject to the following additional conditions: 1. Substantial conformance to the Development Application submitted by New Future LLC, as applicant and property owner, received November 24, 2025, and supporting documents including: a. Undated Conditional Use Statement of Purpose and Conformance, received January 28, 2026; b. Undated Map Amendment for a Planned Development Statement of Purpose and Conformance, received November 19, 2025; c. ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey of The Golden Corral, prepared by Landmark Engineering Group, dated May 3, 2007; d. Architectural Site Plan, Sheet A100, prepared by Studio Carney Architecture, dated November 19, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; e. Floor Plan, Sheet A110, prepared by Studio Carney Architecture, dated November 19, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; f. Undated Exterior Renderings Tulsi Indian Cuisine, received December 31, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; g. Five-page sign plans, prepared by Elevate Sign Group, dated last revised December 30, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director. In the event of any conflict between such documents and the terms of this ordinance or other applicable city ordinances, the terms of this ordinance or other applicable city ordinances shall supersede and control. 2. Any event on the Subject Property may be catered, with food preparation and service provided either by the applicant or from an off-site establishment, subject to compliance with applicable health and sanitation codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations. Similarly, any event may include the incidental service of alcohol, with such service provided either by the applicant or from an off-site establishment, subject to compliance with applicable health, sanitation, and liquor codes, ordinances, rules and regulations. 3. Any event on the Subject Property may include the incidental playing of amplified live or recorded music, subject to compliance with applicable noise codes, ordinances, rules and regulations. The incidental playing of amplified live or recorded music is only permitted on the interior of the commercial event space. The applicant must comply with Chapter 10.30 “Noise” of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. 4. The events are hereby authorized for only the indoor tenant space described within the associated application for conditional use. However, said events may be established on the Subject Property outside the building as an authorized permitted use, provided the 3  specific event is established and operates in compliance with the temporary use provisions of Section 19.90.015, and the applicant is subject to all such provisions including but not limited to the number and duration and requirement for a separate permit for each outdoors event. 5. All street graphics must meet the requirements of Chapter 19.50 Street Graphics of the Elgin Municipal Code. 6. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances. Section 4. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Passed: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Published: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk 4  Ordinance No. G8-26 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PCC2 PLANNED CENTER CITY DISTRICT ORDINANCE NO. G12-02, AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. G10-24 (1-95 Clock Tower Plaza) WHEREAS, the territory herein described has been classified in the PCC2 Planned Center City District, and is subject to the requirements of Ordinance No. G12-02; and WHEREAS, by adopting Ordinance No. G10-24 on February 28, 2024, the City Council amended Ordinance No. G12-02; and WHEREAS, written application has been made to further amend Ordinance No. G12-02, as amended by Ordinance No. G10-24, to add an entertainment venue as a conditional use within the PCC2 Planned Center City District for the establishment of an entertainment venue at 7 Clock Tower Plaza, which is part of the property commonly known as 1-95 Clock Tower Plaza; and WHEREAS, the zoning lot with the buildings containing the premises at 1-95 Clock Tower Plaza is legally described in Section 1 of Ordinance No. G12-02 (the “Subject Property”); and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning said application on February 2, 2026, following due notice including by publication; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of said application, subject to the conditions articulated below; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, has reviewed the findings and recommendations of the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission; and WHEREAS, the City of Elgin is a home rule unit and as a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and WHEREAS, zoning, including, but not limited to, this ordinance granting an amendment to the PCC2 Planned Center City District established by Ordinance No. G12-02, as amended by Ordinance No. G10-24, pertains to the government and affairs of the city. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS:  Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Elgin hereby adopts the Findings of Fact, dated February 2, 2026, and the recommendations made by the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit A. Section 2. That Section 2. F. B. of Ordinance No. G12-02, which regulates “Land Use” in the PCC2 Planned Center City District of the Subject Property, is hereby further amended and renumbered to include the following additional land use as a “conditional use” [SR] in this PCC2 Planned Center City District: Services Division “Entertainment venue” [SR] Section 3. That except as amended herein, the use and development of the Subject Property shall be controlled pursuant to the provisions of Ordinance No. G12-02, and Ordinance No. G10- 24. In the event of any conflict between this ordinance, and Ordinances Nos. G12-02 and G10-24, this ordinance and associated documents shall control and prevail. Section 4. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Passed: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Published: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk -2-  Ordinance No. G9-26 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR AN ENTERTAINMENT VENUE IN THE PCC2 PLANNED CENTER CITY DISTRICT AND ARC ARTERIAL ROAD CORRIDOR OVERLAY DISTRICT (7 Clock Tower Plaza) WHEREAS, written application has been made requesting conditional use approval to establish an entertainment venue at 7 Clock Tower Plaza; and WHEREAS, the zoning lot with the building containing the premises at 7 Clock Tower Plaza is legally described herein (the “Subject Property”); and WHEREAS, the Subject Property is located within the PCC2 Planned Center City District established by Ordinance No. G12-02, as amended by Ordinance No. G10-24 and Ordinance No. G8-26, and ARC Arterial Road Corridor Overlay District, and an entertainment venue is listed as a conditional use within the PCC2 Planned Center City District; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing concerning said application on February 2, 2026, following due notice including by publication; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission have submitted their Findings of Fact concerning said application; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of said application, subject to the conditions articulated below; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, has reviewed the findings and recommendations of the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission; and WHEREAS, the City of Elgin is a home rule unit and as a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs; and WHEREAS, zoning, including, but not limited to, this ordinance granting a conditional use in the PCC2 Planned Center City District pertains to the government and affairs of the city. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Elgin hereby adopts the Findings of Fact, dated February 2, 2026, and the recommendations made by the Community Development Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as Exhibit A.  Section 2. That a conditional use to establish an entertainment venue is hereby granted for the property commonly known as 7 Clock Tower Plaza, which is part of the property commonly identified by Kane County Property Index Number 06-24-126-002, and legally described as follows: PARCEL ONE: THAT PART OF BLOCK 1 OF SHERMAN’S ADDITION TO ELGIN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF SAID BLOCK 1; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1, A DISTANCE OF 574.30 FEET (RECORD BEING 574.53 FEET); THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG A MONUMENTED LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 90 DEGREES, 59 MINUTES, 19 SECONDS (RECORD BEING 91 DEGREES, 00 MINUTES, 0 SECONDS) TO THE LEFT WITH THE PROLONGATION OF THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 915.17 FEET (RECORD BEING 915.00 FEET); THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG A MONUMENTED LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 88 DECGREES, 59 MINUTES, 10 SECONDS TO THE LEFT WITH THE PROLONGATION OF THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE (RECORD BEING PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1). A DISTANCE OF 323.83 FEET (RECORD BEING 323.86 FEET); THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG A MONUMENT LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 89 DEGREES, 58 MINUTES, 39 SECONDS TO THE LEFT WITH THE PROLONGATION OF THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE (RECORD BEING AT RIGHT ANGLES TO THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE), A DISTANCE OF 69.97 FEET (RECORD BEING70.00 FEET); THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG A MONUMENTED LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 89 DEGREES, 57 MINUTES, 13 SECONDS TO THE RIGHT WITH THE PROLONGATION OF THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE RECORD BEING PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1), A DISTANCE OF 249.98 FEET (RECORD BEING 250.00 FEET) TO THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID EASTERLY LINE BEING ALONG A CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A RADIUS OF 4915.28 FEET, A DISTANCE OF 846.40 FEET (RECORD BEING 846.50 FEET) TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPT THEREFROM THE NORTH 9.00 FEET (MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES TO THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1) DEDICATED FOR A PUBLIC STREET BY DOCUMENT NO. 1919284. BENG SITUATED IN THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; PARCEL TWO: A NON EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF TRANSMITTING WATER, SEWAGE, GAS, ELECTRICITY AND OTHER UTILITIES OF LIKE OR DISSIMILAR NATURE FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL ONE, AS CREATED IN THE GRANT OF EASEMENT DATED MAY 14, 1970 AND RECORDED JUNE 8, 1970 AS DOCUMENT 1165857, OVER, UPON AND ACROSS THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: PART OF BLOCK 1 OF SHERMAN’S ADDITION TO ELGIN, DESCRIED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF SAID BLOCK 1; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1, A DISTANCE OF 574.53 FEET FOR THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG A LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 91 DEGREES, 00 MINUTES, 0 SECONDS TO THE 2 LEFT WITH THE PROLONGATION OF THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 915.0 FEET THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1, A DISTANCE OF 40.0 FEET; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG A LINE THAT FORMS AN ANGLE OF 0 DEGREES, 0 MINUTES, 0 SECONDS 89, TOWNSHIP 00 NORTH, RANGE 0 TO THE RIGHT WITH THE PROLONGATION OF THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, A DISTANCE OF 915.0 FEET TO THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID BLOCK 1; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG SAID NORTHERLY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 40.0 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; IN THE CITY OF ELGIN, KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; (commonly known as 1-95 Clock Tower Plaza). Section 3. That the conditional use for the Subject Property as authorized by this ordinance shall be subject to the following additional conditions: 1. Substantial conformance to the Development Application submitted by Antunez Group DBA Casa Lara, as applicant, and Paul and Carol Butera, as property owners, received October 20, 2025, and supporting documents including: a. Undated Statement of Purpose & Compliance Clarifications – Casa Lara (Revised), dated received January 22, 2026; b. Architectural plan set for Casa Lara Restaurant 7 Clock Tower Drive Elgin, Illinois 60120, consisting of sheets: A100, E100, E101, and E102, prepared by Francisco X. Paladines Architecture Planning Design-Build, dated December 16, 2025, with such further revisions as required by the Community Development Director; In the event of any conflict between such documents and the terms of this ordinance or other applicable city ordinances, the terms of this ordinance or other applicable city ordinances shall supersede and control. 2. Any event on the Subject Property may be catered, with food preparation and service provided either by the applicant or from an off-site establishment, subject to compliance with applicable health and sanitation codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations. Similarly, any event may include the incidental service of alcohol, with such service provided either by the applicant or from an off-site establishment, subject to compliance with applicable health, sanitation, and liquor codes, ordinances, rules and regulations. 3. Any event on the Subject Property may include the incidental playing of amplified live or recorded music, subject to compliance with applicable noise codes, ordinances, rules and regulations. The incidental playing of amplified live or recorded music is only permitted on the interior of the commercial event space. The applicant must comply with Chapter 10.30 “Noise” of the Elgin Municipal Code, as amended. 4. The events are hereby authorized for only the indoor tenant space described within the associated application for conditional use. However, said events may be established on 3  the Subject Property outside the building as an authorized permitted use, provided the specific event is established and operates in compliance with the temporary use provisions of Section 19.90.015, and the applicant is subject to all such provisions including but not limited to the number and duration and requirement for a separate permit for each outdoors event. 5. The Subject Property or a portion thereof may be used for an event contractually reserved for a group of persons to celebrate a special event, such as an anniversary, birthday, graduation, retirement, or wedding, or to participate in an educational, civic, social, or business-related event, such as a class, conference, meeting, seminar, or workshop, where the primary emphasis of the event is the event itself or its participants or beneficiaries and not any entertainment provided. 6. All street graphics must meet the requirements of Chapter 19.50 Street Graphics of the Elgin Municipal Code. 7. Compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances. Section 4. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Passed: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Published: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk 4  Ordinance No. T1-26 AN ORDINANCE ABATING THE ANNUAL TAX FOR 2025 FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2015A WHEREAS, the City of Elgin will have sufficient funds on hand to pay the tax levied by Ordinance S2-15, An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of $8,855,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2015A, of the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on said Bonds; and WHEREAS, the levy of the tax for the year 2025 provided in the ordinance is unnecessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties are hereby authorized and directed to abate the tax of $781,300 for the year 2025 as provided and levied in the ordinance providing for the issuance of $8,855,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2015A, passed March 18, 2015, a copy of which was filed with each of said county clerks. Section 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to file a certified copy of this ordinance with the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, prior to March 15, 2026. Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Ordinance No. T2-26 AN ORDINANCE ABATING A PORTION OF THE ANNUAL TAX FOR 2025 FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION CORPORATE PURPOSE BONDS, SERIES 2016 WHEREAS, the City of Elgin will have sufficient funds on hand to pay a portion of the tax levied by Ordinance S1-16, An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of $24,995,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2016, of the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on said Bonds; and WHEREAS, the levy of the tax for the year 2025 provided in the ordinance is unnecessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, are hereby authorized and directed to abate a portion of the tax of $2,149,500 for the year 2025 as provided and levied in the ordinance providing for the issuance of $24,995,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2016, passed February 10, 2016, a copy of which was filed with each of said county clerks, said tax shall be abated by reducing said sum $817,950 and extending a tax for the year 2025 in the amount of $1,331,550 against all taxable property situated in the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois. Section 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to file a certified copy of this ordinance with the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, prior to March 15, 2026. Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Ordinance No. T3-26 AN ORDINANCE ABATING THE ANNUAL TAX FOR 2025 FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION CORPORATE PURPOSE BONDS, SERIES 2019 WHEREAS, the City of Elgin will have sufficient funds on hand to pay the tax levied by Ordinance S2-19, An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of $9,000,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2019, of the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on said Bonds; and WHEREAS, the levy of the tax for the year 2025 provided in the ordinance is unnecessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, are hereby authorized and directed to abate the tax of $797,850 for the year 2025 as provided and levied in the ordinance providing for the issuance of $9,000,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2019, passed March 20, 2019, a copy of which was filed with each of said county clerks. Section 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to file a certified copy of this ordinance with the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, prior to March 15, 2026. Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Ordinance No. T4-26 AN ORDINANCE ABATING THE ANNUAL TAX FOR 2025 FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2020A WHEREAS, the City of Elgin will have sufficient funds on hand to pay the tax levied by Ordinance S7-19, an Ordinance providing for the issuance of $8,990,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2020A, of the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, and providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax for the payment of the Principal of and Interest on said Bonds; and WHEREAS, the levy of the tax for the year 2025 provided in the ordinance is unnecessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, are hereby authorized and directed to abate the tax of $1,279,050 for the year 2025 as provided and levied in the ordinance providing for the issuance of $8,990,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2020A, passed November 20, 2019, a copy of which was filed with each of said county clerks. Section 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to file a certified copy of this ordinance with the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, on or before March 15, 2026. Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Ordinance No. T5-26 AN ORDINANCE ABATING THE ANNUAL TAX FOR 2025 FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION CORPORATE PURPOSE BONDS, SERIES 2020B WHEREAS, the City of Elgin will have sufficient funds on hand to pay the tax levied by Ordinance S2-20, An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of $2,905,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2020B, of the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on said Bonds; and WHEREAS, the levy of the tax for the year 2025 provided in the ordinance is unnecessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, are hereby authorized and directed to abate the tax of $399,800 for the year 2025 as provided and levied in the ordinance providing for the issuance of $2,905,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2020B, passed April 22, 2020, a copy of which was filed with each of said county clerks. Section 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to file a certified copy of this ordinance with the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, prior to March 15, 2026. Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Ordinance No. T6-26 AN ORDINANCE ABATING THE ANNUAL TAX FOR 2025 FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2021A WHEREAS, the City of Elgin will have sufficient funds on hand to pay the tax levied by Ordinance S2-21, an Ordinance providing for the issuance of $7,230,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021A, of the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, and providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax for the payment of the Principal of and Interest on said Bonds; and WHEREAS, the levy of the tax for the year 2025 provided in the ordinance is unnecessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties are hereby authorized and directed to abate the tax of $486,750 for the year 2025 as provided and levied in the ordinance providing for the issuance of $7,230,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021A, passed April 14, 2021, a copy of which was filed with each of said county clerks Section 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to file a certified copy of this ordinance with the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, on or before March 15, 2026. Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Ordinance No. T7-26 AN ORDINANCE ABATING THE ANNUAL TAX FOR 2025 FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION CORPORATE PURPOSE BONDS, SERIES 2021B WHEREAS, the City of Elgin will have sufficient funds on hand to pay the tax levied by Ordinance S3-21, An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of $9,545,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2021B, of the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on said Bonds; and WHEREAS, the levy of the tax for the year 2025 provided in the ordinance is unnecessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, are hereby authorized and directed to abate the tax of $786,700 for the year 2025 as provided and levied in the ordinance providing for the issuance of $9,545,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2021B, passed April 14, 2021, a copy of which was filed with each of said county clerks. Section 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to file a certified copy of this ordinance with the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, prior to March 15, 2026. Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Ordinance No. T8-26 AN ORDINANCE ABATING A PORTION OF THE ANNUAL TAX FOR 2025 FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION CORPORATE PURPOSE BONDS, SERIES 2022 WHEREAS, the City of Elgin will have sufficient funds on hand to pay a portion of the tax levied by Ordinance S3-22, An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of $13,360,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2022, of the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on said Bonds; and WHEREAS, the levy of the tax for the year 2025 provided in the ordinance is unnecessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, are hereby authorized and directed to abate a portion of the tax of $1,929,200 for the year 2025 as provided and levied in the ordinance providing for the issuance of $13,360,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2022, passed April 13, 2022, a copy of which was filed with each of said county clerks, said tax shall be abated by reducing said sum $1,297,600 and extending a tax for the year 2025 in the amount of $631,600 against all taxable property situated in the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois. Section 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to file a certified copy of this ordinance with the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, prior to March 15, 2026. Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Ordinance No. T9-26 AN ORDINANCE ABATING THE ANNUAL TAX FOR 2025 FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION CORPORATE PURPOSE BONDS, SERIES 2024 WHEREAS, the City of Elgin will have sufficient funds on hand to pay the tax levied by Ordinance S4-24, An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of $5,205,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2024, of the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on said Bonds; and WHEREAS, the levy of the tax for the year 2025 provided in the ordinance is unnecessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, are hereby authorized and directed to abate the tax of $458,600 for the year 2025 as provided and levied in the ordinance providing for the issuance of $5,205,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2024, passed May 22, 2024, a copy of which was filed with each of said county clerks. Section 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to file a certified copy of this ordinance with the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, prior to March 15, 2026. Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  Ordinance No. T10-26 AN ORDINANCE ABATING THE ANNUAL TAX FOR 2025 FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION CORPORATE PURPOSE BONDS, SERIES 2025 WHEREAS, the City of Elgin will have sufficient funds on hand to pay the tax levied by Ordinance S4-25, An Ordinance Providing for the Issuance of $15,770,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025, of the City of Elgin, Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, and Providing for the Levy and Collection of a Direct Annual Tax for the Payment of the Principal of and Interest on said Bonds; and WHEREAS, the levy of the tax for the year 2025 provided in the ordinance is unnecessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, are hereby authorized and directed to abate the tax of $1,593,500 for the year 2025 as provided and levied in the ordinance providing for the issuance of $15,770,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2025, passed April 23, 2025, a copy of which was filed with each of said county clerks. Section 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to file a certified copy of this ordinance with the County Clerks of Kane and Cook Counties, Illinois, prior to March 15, 2026. Section 3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage in the manner provided by law. David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: March 11, 2026 Adopted: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Attest: Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk  City of Elgin Elgin Heritage Commission February 3, 2026 Minutes A. The meeting of the Elgin Heritage Commission was called to order at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers by Chairman John Marston. 1. Members Present: Vivien Lasken, Tonya Luchetti, John Marston, Christina Pila, Marge Rowe, Dennis Roxworthy, Melissa Street, Gina Tunar 2. Members Absent: Allison Peterson 3. City Staff Present: Christen Sundquist, Historic Preservation Planner B. Approval of Minutes: 1. A motion was made by Commissioner Pila to approve January 6, 2026 minutes as amended with the date changed from November 4, 2025 to January 6, 2026. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Rowe. The motion passed 7-0-1 (Tunar abstained). C. Recognize Persons Present Rebecca Hunter, Kerri Liu D. Plaque applications: None E. Old Business 1. Reports from Neighborhood Groups on Heritage Related Activities a. Commissioner Rowe noted the following: i. Elgin History Museum will be hosting their annual Volunteer Appreciation Lunch on February 14 at 11AM. ii. Elgin History Museum will be hosting a lecture on February 22 at 2:00PM titled “Abolition and the Underground Railroad in Kane and DuPage Counties.” iii. She also noted that the Elgin History Museum’s traveling exhibit “2-3-1” is at the Gail Borden Public Library during Black History Month b. Chairman Marston noted the following: i. He stated that the Elgin History Museum had their annual Trivia night this past Friday and it was a full house. He noted that Commissioner Rowe’s team won first place. 2. 2026 Elgin Heritage Commission Goals a. Bungalow Website No update. Elgin Heritage Commission: Minutes Page 2 3. Design Review Subcommittee Staff stated that the Design Review Subcommittee reviewed and approved the rehabilitation of a side porch at 453 Park Street. 4. 2026 Marketing and Outreach Plan a. Educational Videos Commissioner Luchetti noted that we are waiting on creating new videos until after our campaign details have been approved. b. Gail Borden Library – Proposed Events Rebbeca Hunter stated that Commissioner Tunar, Chairman Marston and she will be meeting with the library on Friday to discuss the exhibit for Preservation Month. She also noted that there are already several planned lectures at the library for Preservation Month. c. Gin City – Kerri Liu Collaboration Kerri Liu presented the commission two design options for their campaign theme: “Old Places & Beautiful Spaces: Preserving Historic Places for Today’s Community.” She noted that she wanted to keep things bright and create a feeling of active engagement. She showed the design options as an illustrative story and how each one can be included in an email or a flier. The Commission thanked her for all of her efforts and noted that both design options are beautifully made, thoughtful and impressive. They noted that Design A held a little bit more sophistication than Design B but they really loved the plaque icon that was shown in Design B. Kerri Liu stated that the plaque icon can be used in Design A when discussing the plaques and can be kept in the commission’s detail library. They did state that they wanted the colors to be a little more subdued and hoped that they could change per season as the current option showed Spring, which is perfect for a launch in May for Preservation Month. A motion was made by Commissioner Pila to use Design A, adding a little bit more whimsey that was found in Design B. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Rowe. The motion passed unanimously. Next steps would be for Kerri Liu to continue with Design A and provide the commission’s digital design tool-kit with a launch in May for Preservation Month. They will look at printing and hard copy design options next year with the hopes their funding will be increased. 5. 2026 Preservation Month a. Commissioner Luchetti noted that she reached out to the Elgin Chamber of Commerce to see if they had interested in partnering to bring back “Open Elgin.” Since they own the branding, we need their approval to move forward with this Elgin Heritage Commission: Minutes Page 3 event. The idea is that it would follow our campaign theme “Old Places & Beautiful Spaces,” and that we would focus on five types of spaces: Live, Work, Create, Learn, Gather. Commissioner Luchetti provided examples of two buildings per each type of space that highlights an old building that has a new story. The next step is to reach out to the chamber again to see when we could meet to discuss this partnership. We would advertise the event in May and have it likely the first week in June. b. Chairman Marston noted that Rebecca Hunter secured our spot for a workshop table at Ace Hardware on Saturday, May 2nd from 1PM-4PM. We will have our videos on a screen as well as a workshop on paint stripping and window restoration during that time. We will also have our Preservation Month fliers and other handouts for visitors. c. Event Location Staff noted that she received the contract from The Lodge and the total price will be $850 with a $200 refundable deposit. We have the space from 3PM-10PM and are required to ensure that the space is clean with removal of trash at the end of the night. The commission noted that they are excited to use this space for the Mayor’s Awards and are looking forward to the event. d. Caterer Discussion The commission reviewed four catering quotes and noted that they are all comparable in what they are providing for food and cost. They did note their preference for an Elgin based caterer. A motion was made by Commissioner Pila to approve Café Roma for the caterer for the 2026 Mayor’s Awards for Preservation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Roxworthy. The motion passed unanimously. e. Photographer Staff noted that the cost of the photographer was $400 last year. The commission noted that they’d like to see other photographer options and asked staff to reach out to other businesses for additional quotes. F. New Business 1. None G. Other Business Commissioner Tunar noted that we should place “photography contest” under 2026 Commission goals and possibly advertise this during Preservation Month. Staff noted that we may not have the funds to provide a monetary prize but we could provide recognition to those who enter. Commissioner Tunar noted that she will put together specifications for this event. Elgin Heritage Commission: Minutes Page 4 Commissioner Tunar also asked if we will be creating bags, stickers, coasters to pass out at our hosted events. Staff noted that it depends on how much funds we have left and that we should wait toward the latter end of the year to see if we can afford having our campaign logo placed on give-away items. Commissioner Roxworthy noted that the Planning and Zoning Commission approved U-46’s proposal for the construction of a new elementary at the historic D.C. Cook site on N. Grove. H. Adjournment A motion was made by Commissioner Roxworthy to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Pila and passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:28 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Christen Sundquist, AICP Approved 03/03/2026 Historic Preservation Planner Community Development Department  COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING February 11, 2026 The regular Committee of the Whole meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Present: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes Councilmember Good made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the minutes of the January 28, 2026, regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Comment Frank Pagani commented on the proposed single use bag ordinance. Cheryl Brumbaugh-Cayford commented on the proposed single use bag ordinance. Paul Berland commented on the proposed single use bag ordinance. Mike Warren commented on the proposed single use bag ordinance. Tom Armstrong commented on the proposed single use bag ordinance. Mixed-Use Redevelopment at 61-65 South Grove Avenue—Redevelopment Agreement with South Grove Holdings, LLC There were questions regarding the project including the number of housing units and storefronts. Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to approve an agreement with South Grove Holdings, LLC in the amount of $1,781,092 to convert the vacant, two-story building at 61-65 S. Grove Avenue into four ground-floor commercial spaces and six, second-story apartments. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Committee of the Whole February 11, 2026 Page 2 Channing Park Improvements—Design and Engineering Services with Upland Design, Ltd. Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve an agreement with Upland Design, Ltd., in the amount of $189,107 to complete the final landscape architectural and engineering design elements, prepare construction documents, submit permitting documents and provide bid assistance and construction management for the renovation of Channing Park. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. City Hall Parking Lot Sustainable Design Project—Design Engineering Services Agreement with HR Green, Inc. There was discussion regarding the cost of the project and if there were any maintenance changes needed to accommodate the sustainable features. Councilmember Dixon made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Powell, to approve an agreement with HR Green, Inc., in the amount of $116,311 to provide engineering design services necessary to complete the EPA grant-funded City Hall Sustainable Parking Lot Design Project. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Various West-Side Streets 2026 Resurfacing Project—Design Engineering Services Agreement with Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve an agreement with Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc., for an amount not to exceed $200,160 to analyze, design, and prepare construction documents for the resurfacing of various residential streets for the 2026 resurfacing program on the city’s west side. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Randall Point West Subdivision—Acceptance of Public Improvements ($18,190 Estimated Five-Year Maintenance Cost) Councilmember Ortiz made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Steffen, to approve the acceptance of the public improvements for ownership and maintenance in the Randall Point West Subdivision to fulfill the city’s obligation to maintain reliable infrastructure for serving businesses and residents. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Committee of the Whole February 11, 2026 Page 3 Tall Oaks Unit 3 Subdivision—Acceptance of Public Improvements Councilmember Steffen made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to approve the acceptance of the public improvements for ownership and maintenance in the Tall Oaks Unit 3 Subdivision to fulfill the city’s obligation to maintain reliable infrastructure for serving businesses and residents. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Retailer Single-Use Bag Ordinance Kristin Iftner, Sustainability Manager, and Jessica VanDyke, Sustainability Coordinator, presented the recommendations regarding single use bags. A copy of the presentation is on file in the City Clerk’s Office. Staff recommendation had two options: a) would be deferring action pending if the state’s Single Use Bag Reduction Act is adopted and b) would be to adopt the proposed ordinance. They outlined the proposed ordinance, exemptions, definitions, the community outreach efforts and community feedback. Tony Lucenko, Director of Economic Development with the Elgin Development Group, provided the details on the business outreach that was conducted. He asked for the item to be postponed until the next meeting. There was discussion on response themes from the community survey, and the responses from business owners. Councilmember Thoren made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Ortiz, to postpone discussion regarding a proposed ordinance imposing a ban of the use of single-use plastic bags by certain retailers at checkout, while allowing consumers to purchase recycled paper bags at ten cents each with those fees being retained by the retailer to offset costs. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: Councilmembers Dixon, Powell and Steffen. Announcements from Council Councilmember Alfaro wished everyone a happy Black History Month. She also gave a shout out to the local students that participated in a walk-out. Councilmember Powell made announcements regarding Black History Month. She noted the Robert Gilliam legacy and his service to the city. On February 27th the city will host a showing of the movie Hidden Figures at the Hemmens Cultural Arts Center. Committee of the Whole February 11, 2026 Page 4 Gail Borden Library’s website has a list of events happening in February to celebrate Black History Month. The Elgin History Museum will host a program entitled Abolition and the Underground Railroad in Kane and DuPage Counties on February 22nd. In honor of Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, Open Door will host a presentation Engage Educate and Empower on February 26th. African American Coalition of Kane County, urged support from the community of the locally black owned business, at Sunshine Cupcakery on February 21st . Announcements from Staff Rick Kozal, City Manager, announced upcoming city events. Adjournment Councilmember Martinez made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Alfaro, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. The meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m. s/ Kimberly Dewis February 25, 2026 Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved VOLUME XCI FEBRUARY 11, 2026 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS COUNCIL-MANAGER FORM OF GOVERNMENT REGULAR MEETING The regular meeting of the Council of the City of Elgin, Illinois, was held on February 11, 2026, in the Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kaptain at 7:40 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor David Kaptain. ROLL CALL Roll call was answered by Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Absent: None. MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 28, 2026, COUNCIL MEETING APPROVED AS DISTRIBUTED Councilmember Good made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, to approve the January 28, 2026, regular council meeting minutes as distributed. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. COMMUNICATIONS Health and Healing Awareness Proclamation Mayor Kaptain read the following proclamation: PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of all citizens of Elgin, Illinois, is fundamental to the future strength and vitality of our families, friends, neighbors, and community; and WHEREAS, the need for comprehensive and coordinated health and healing services places upon our community a critical responsibility to promote wellness and provide accessible care for all Elgin residents; and WHEREAS, many in our community have experienced anxiety, addiction, recovery challenges, depression, trauma, and loss, which has increased the need for mental health support and resources; and 35 FEBRUARY 11, 2026 VOLUME XCI WHEREAS, the Human Relations Commission is hosting a Health & Healing Event to provide resources, education, and support, and to encourage improved health treatment and outcomes within the Elgin community; and WHEREAS, it is appropriate to set aside a specific time each year to focus our collective thoughts and efforts on holistic health and well-being; and NOW, THEREFORE, I, David Kaptain, Mayor of the City of Elgin, Illinois, do hereby proclaim February 25, 2026, as Health & Healing Awareness Day, and the month of February 2026 as Health & Healing Awareness Month in Elgin, Illinois. I urge all citizens, agencies, public and private institutions, businesses, and schools to unite on February 25, 2026, in observance of activities that promote awareness of the fundamental necessity of a year-round commitment to health and healing. I further encourage the community to participate in the various events and workshops offered by the Elgin Human Relations Commission to foster a healthier environment and to increase awareness and understanding of the steps citizens can take to protect and improve their well-being. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 11th day of February 2026. David J. Kaptain Mayor Sunshine’s Cupcakery Black History Month Proclamation Councilmember Powell read the following proclamation: PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, Black History Month is a time to honor the history, resilience, and contributions of Black Americans, including the vital role of Black-owned businesses whose leadership, creativity, and entrepreneurship have strengthened communities across generations; and WHEREAS, Sunshine’s Cupcakery was founded with the purpose of spreading joy and connection through the art of baking, and stands as a tribute to the owner Wendy’s great- grandmother, Eunice, whose unwavering love and sacrifice shaped generations despite limited resources on the South Side of Chicago; and WHEREAS, Wendy was raised alongside her three older sisters by her great- grandmother Eunice and navigated significant challenges to become a first-generation college graduate, carrying forward values of perseverance, faith, generosity, and cultural pride that continue to guide the mission and spirit of Sunshine’s Cupcakery; and 36 VOLUME XCI FEBRUARY 11, 2026 WHEREAS, baking became a source of healing, community, and connection for Wendy, evolving from a personal passion into a grassroots business grounded in service, generosity, and community impact, reflected in the name “Sunshine” and its message of optimism and uplift; and WHEREAS, Sunshine’s Cupcakery officially opened in February 2024 at 1012 S. McLean Boulevard in Elgin, Illinois, through the vision, determination, and partnership of owner Wendy and her husband Jorge, whose shared commitment has contributed to the city’s small business landscape and continues a tradition of Black entrepreneurship that strengthens community, celebration and resilience; and NOW, THEREFORE, I, David Kaptain, Mayor of the City of Elgin, Illinois, do hereby proclaim the month of February as Black History Month and recognize Sunshine’s Cupcakery as a local example of the contributions of Black-owned businesses to community strength and opportunity in Elgin. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 11th day of February 2026. David J. Kaptain Mayor George Rawlinson Proclamation Councilmember Thoren read the following proclamation: PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, George Rawlinson has long been a steadfast and valued member of the Elgin community, demonstrating an enduring commitment to service, integrity and community engagement by offering time, talent and leadership in service to his neighbors; and WHEREAS, Through consistent volunteerism, civic engagement and a spirit of generosity, George strengthened community bonds, supported local institutions and inspired others to contribute to the common good; and WHEREAS, George Rawlinson was the owner of Elgin-based State Street Publishing and the imprint “Can't Miss Press,” and while serving on the board of the Chicago Writers Association for eight years was best known to its members as the creator and organizer of its literary bus tour, George possessing an encyclopedic knowledge of the Chicago area and its history; and WHEREAS, George Rawlinson was a prolific local journalist and was recognized with the Chicago Writers Association “Spirit Award” in 2018; and WHEREAS, George Rawlinson received the “City of Elgin Mayor’s Award” in 2008 in recognition for his publishing numerous books on local history, and in 2018, was conferred with 37 FEBRUARY 11, 2026 VOLUME XCI the City of “Elgin Mayor George Van De Voorde Outstanding Service Award” for his continuing volunteerism and support to Elgin, its history and its future; and WHEREAS, During his acceptance speech for the Elgin Image Award he received in 2018, George emphasized his spirit of giving, quoting, "You give without remembering, you receive without forgetting;" George called "love" the unifying characteristic of Elgin; and WHEREAS, George Rawlinson’s efforts reflect the very best qualities of civic responsibility, compassion and perseverance, serving as an inspiration to all who have had the privilege of working with or knowing him. NOW, THEREFORE, I, David Kaptain, Mayor of the City of Elgin, Illinois, do hereby resolve that the City of Elgin hereby proclaims its deep appreciation for George Rawlinson and honors him for his exemplary service, leadership and commitment to the community. Let this proclamation stand as a public expression of gratitude for his contributions and as an encouragement to others to follow his example of civic responsibility. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 11th day of February 2026. David J. Kaptain Mayor PUBLIC COMMENTS Bob Johnson stated his concerns about the Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) actions. LaToya Johnson stated her concerns regarding the recent student protests. BIDS None. OTHER BUSINESS None. CONSENT AGENDA By unanimous consent, Councilmember Good made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dixon, to adopt Resolution Nos. 26-20 through 26-23 by omnibus vote. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. 38 VOLUME XCI FEBRUARY 11, 2026 RESOLUTION 26-20 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A FINAL PLAT OF VACATION AND PLAT OF EASEMENT FROM AMANO ENZYME USA CO., LTD. AND ACCEPTANCE FOR OWNERSHIP AND MAINTENANCE CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE SITE LOCATED AT 1415 MADELINE LANE Councilmember Good made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dixon, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-20 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A FINAL PLAT OF VACATION AND PLAT OF EASEMENT FROM AMANO ENZYME USA CO., LTD. AND ACCEPTANCE FOR OWNERSHIP AND MAINTENANCE CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE SITE LOCATED AT 1415 MADELINE LANE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that David J. Kaptain, Mayor, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized to execute a Final Plat of Vacation for 1415 Madeline Lane for the purpose of vacating a city easement prepared by Jacob & Hefner Associates dated January 9, 2024, last revised April 24, 2024, a copy of which is attached hereto. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that David J. Kaptain, Mayor, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute and accept a Plat of Easement for 1415 Madeline Lane for watermain purposes from Amano Enzyme USA Co., Ltd. regarding the property legally described on said plat prepared by Jacob & Hefner Associates dated November 28, 2023, last revised on May 10, 2024, a copy of which is attached hereto. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause said Final Plat of Vacation and Plat of Easement for 1415 Madeline Lane to be recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds of Kane County, Illinois. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the City of Elgin hereby accepts for ownership and maintenance certain public improvements within 1415 Madeline Lane which will include watermain, fire hydrants and sidewalks. Acceptance of the public improvements will add the following city-maintained facilities: Approximately two 8-inch valves in 48-inch vaults; one fire hydrant; 340 lineal feet of 5-foot sidewalk and all their respective appurtenances to the city-maintained facilities. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor 39 FEBRUARY 11, 2026 VOLUME XCI Presented: February 11, 2026 Adopted: February 11, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk RESOLUTION 26-21 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING 2026 VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT PROCUREMENTS Councilmember Good made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dixon, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-21 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING 2026 VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT PROCUREMENTS BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that due to continuing supply constraints within the motor vehicle industry the City Council has determined that an exception to the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of City in connection with 2026 fleet vehicle and equipment procurements to maintain timely service delivery for core fleet vehicles. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the City Manager is hereby authorized to proceed with 2026 fleet vehicle and equipment procurements for the vehicles and equipment set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof by this reference, in the total amount not to exceed $4,477,000, and that the City Manager is hereby further authorized to execute all necessary and required contracts and other documents for the purchase of such vehicles and equipment in forms as approved by the Corporation Counsel. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that the City Manager is directed to submit to the City Council a year-end written report prior to the end of 2026 reporting on all procurements for 2026 fleet vehicle and equipment purchase pursuant to the authorization provided in this resolution. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor 40 VOLUME XCI FEBRUARY 11, 2026 Presented: February 11, 2026 Adopted: February 11, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk EXHIBIT A 2026 VEHICLE PROCUREMENT DESCRIPTION Maint Vehicles for Building Maintenance $174,000.00 Neighborhood Services Department NS Fleet Replacement $176,000.00 DCASE DCASE Pick-up Truck $70,000.00 LM New Explorer for City Forester $50,000.00 LM Lords Park Vehicle Replacements $65,000.00 New F-350 truck for Land LM Management Center City Crew $63,000.00 Net New Vehicles for Sports Rec Complex $130,000.00 Parks and Recreation Cargo Van T- Rec 350 $55,000.00 2026-2028 General Fleet PW Replacement $750,000.00 PW 2026-2028 PW General Equipment 200,000.00 Street Sweeper Replacement PW Program - Final Year $475,000.00 Police Vehicles $753,000.00 DCASE DCASE drop-deck trailer $24,000.00 Lords Park 10 Ft Mower LM Replacement Toro 4000-D $100,000 Wing Park Large Area Mower Replacement Z Master 7500-D LM Yanmar 44HP 144 Inch SD $75,000 Wing Park and Lords Park LM Gator/UTV replacement $50,000 SC- Elgin Sports Complex Utility REC Vehicle with Attachments $67,000 Utilities Sewer Dept Vactor $650,000 41 FEBRUARY 11, 2026 VOLUME XCI Vehicles - Water Department Util (Utility) $550,000.00 $4,477,000.00 RESOLUTION 26-22 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH ENGINEERING ENTERPRISES, INC. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE 2026 MCCLURE AVENUE RESURFACING PROJECT Councilmember Good made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dixon, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-22 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH ENGINEERING ENTERPRISES, INC. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE 2026 MCCLURE AVENUE RESURFACING PROJECT BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute an Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Engineering Enterprises, Inc., for professional services in connection with the 2026 McClure Avenue resurfacing project, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: February 11, 2026 Adopted: February 11, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk 42 VOLUME XCI FEBRUARY 11, 2026 RESOLUTION 26-23 ADOPTED AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH FEHR GRAHAM AND ASSOCIATES, LLC FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE 2026 SHALES PARKWAY AND EAST-SIDE STREETS RESURFACING PROJECT Councilmember Good made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Dixon, to adopt the following resolution. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Resolution No. 26-23 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH FEHR GRAHAM AND ASSOCIATES, LLC FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE 2026 SHALES PARKWAY AND EAST-SIDE STREETS RESURFACING PROJECT BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9) the City Council hereby finds that an exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of the city; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute an Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Fehr Graham and Associates, LLC, for professional services in connection with the 2026 Shales Parkway and East-side resurfacing project, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: February 11, 2026 Adopted: February 11, 2026 Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk 43 FEBRUARY 11, 2026 VOLUME XCI REPORTS/MINUTES RECEIVED AND ORDERED PLACED ON FILE Councilmember Martinez made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Alfaro, to place the following reports and minutes on file. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Civilian Review Board December 15, 2025 Cultural Arts Commission December 8, 2025 Heritage Commission January 6, 2026 Parks and Recreation Board November 18, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission January 5, 2026 Committee of the Whole January 14, 2026 City Council January 14, 2026 Electric Tax ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Kaptain made announcements regarding forthcoming meetings. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Martinez made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Good, to adjourn and go into the Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the following matters. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Alfaro, Dixon, Good, Martinez, Ortiz, Powell, Steffen, Thoren, and Mayor Kaptain. Nays: None. Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance or Dismissal of Specific Employees of the Public Body - Exempt Under Section 120/2(c)(1) of the Open Meetings Act The meeting adjourned at 8:09 p.m. s/ Kimberly Dewis February 25, 2026 Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk Date Approved 44  Monthly Electricity Tax Revenue 2025 2026 2026 YTD Difference Month YTD Month YTD Month Cumulative Over (Under) Budget Month Actual Actual Actual Actual Budget Budget % Amount Jan $ 367,256 $ 367,256 $ 363,017 $ 363,017 $ 370,026 $ 370,026 -1.89% $ (7,009) Feb 357,255 724,511 338,423 708,449 Mar 323,467 1,047,978 331,787 1,040,236 Apr 306,389 1,354,367 307,732 1,347,968 May 286,969 1,641,336 320,810 1,668,778 Jun 329,036 1,970,372 363,194 2,031,972 July $ 501,823 $ 2,472,195 409,525 2,441,496 Aug 446,374 2,918,569 413,725 2,855,221 Sep 347,293 3,265,861 348,561 3,203,783 Oct 338,351 3,604,212 321,983 3,525,766 Nov 263,768 3,867,980 318,292 3,844,059 Dec $ 393,852 $ 4,261,832 $ 355,941 $ 4,200,000 Budget $ 4,200,000 $ 4,200,000 Monthly Receipts $600,000 $500,000 $400,000 $300,000 $200,000 $100,000 $- Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 2025 2026  Monthly Natural Gas Tax Revenue 2025 2026 2026 YTD Difference Month YTD Month YTD Month Cumulative Over (Under) Budget Month Actual Actual Actual Actual Budget Budget % Amount Jan $ 388,832 $ 388,832 $ 429,642 $ 429,642 $ 358,470 $ 358,470 19.85% $ 71,172 Feb 363,796 752,628 322,926 681,396 Mar 366,966 1,119,595 274,520 955,916 Apr 253,200 1,372,795 180,727 1,136,643 May 182,833 1,555,628 122,681 1,259,324 Jun 158,157 1,713,784 100,546 1,359,870 July 106,977 1,820,762 106,973 1,466,843 Aug 106,785 1,927,546 106,011 1,572,854 Sep 103,384 2,030,931 94,700 1,667,554 Oct 119,783 2,150,714 125,534 1,793,088 Nov 162,312 2,313,026 199,448 1,992,536 Dec $ 343,654 $ 2,656,680 $ 307,464 $ 2,300,000 Budget $2,000,000 $ 2,300,000 Monthly Receipts $450,000 $400,000 $350,000 $300,000 $250,000 $200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 2025 2026