Historic Preservation Commission

Agenda Village of Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Thursday, March 19, 2026 7:00 PM Glen Ellyn Civic Center, Galligan Board Room Visitors are most welcome to attend all public meetings and can find copies of the Agenda online at www.glenellyn.org prior to the meeting. Any individual with a disability requiring reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should contact the Village of Glen Ellyn ADA Coordinator, 630-469-5000, at least five (5) business days in advance of the next scheduled meeting. A. Call to Order B. Approval of Minutes 1) February 19, 2026 Regular Meeting of the HPC Minutes C. Public Comment D. GEHS Director's Report E. Old Business F. New Business 1) Review of Interpretive Signage for the Glen Ellyn Metra Station 2) Preservation Incentive Program — Consideration of Candidates for Qualified Properties List 3) Preservation Matching Grant — 417 Melrose Avenue G. Chairman's Report H. Trustee's Report I. Staff Report J. Reminders 1) Inquire about possible June Special Meeting availability K. Adjourn Civility Pledge - In the interest of civility, I pledge to promote civility by listening, being respectful of others, acknowledging that we are striving to support and improve our community, and understanding that we each may have different ideas for achieving that objective. Page 1 of 68 Village of Glen Ellyn Minutes Village of Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Regular Meeting Commission February 19, 2026 7:00PM Glen Ellyn Civic Center Board or Historic Preservation Date: February 19, 2026 Commission: Meeting: Regular Called to 7:04 p.m. Order: Quorum: Yes Adjourned: 8:13 p.m. MEMBER ATTENDANCE: Penn French Chairman Present Nathan Darga Commissioner Present Donna Leak Commissioner Present Barb Lemme Commissioner Present Robert Margetts Commissioner Present Jeremy Schletz Commissioner Absent Zak Wilson Commissioner Absent Also Present: Jordan Frahm Associate Planner Kelli Kalinich Village Trustee Tim Loftus President of the Historical Society Dan Schoeneberg Executive Director of the Historical Society Elisa Pollina Recording Secretary Public Present: A. CALL TO ORDER The February 19, 2026 regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission was called to order by Chairman French at 7:04 PM at the Glen Ellyn Civic Center. B. PUBLIC COMMENT – None C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM January 15, 2026 – Commissioner Lemme motioned to approve the minutes from December 18, 2025; Commissioner Margetts seconded the motion. The motion unanimously passed. Page 2 of 68  Historic Preservation 2 February 19, 2026 D. OLD BUSINESS - None E. NEW BUSINESS 1. Village Landmark Alteration – 451 Taylor Avenue – Rear Steps Reconstruction – Staff Liaison Frahm reviewed the request for 451 Taylor Avenue, noting that the home was built in 1925 and was designated as a Village landmark in 2019. The proposed project involves reconstruction of the rear steps located in the rear yard. Frahm reported that the petitioner contacted the Village earlier in the day to indicate they may submit a change order due to cost considerations and could potentially use original (in-kind) materials instead. The current proposal is to remove the existing wooden steps and replace them with bluestone slate installed on a cinder block base. Frahm reminded the Commission that any exterior alteration to a designated landmark requires review and approval by the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC). He asked the Commission to review the proposal and make a preliminary determination to approve or deny the request. The HPC reviewed and discussed the proposed alteration. Commissioner Dargo moved to approve the landmark alteration at 451 Taylor Avenue for the reconstruction of the rear steps using the proposed bluestone material or, alternatively, in-kind materials as proposed. Commissioner Leaks seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. F. HISTORICAL SOCIETY BUSINESS – Tim Loftus, President of the Glen Ellyn Historical Society, provided several updates. He introduced the new Executive Director, Dan Schoeneberg, who has been with the Historical Society for three days. The Historic Preservation Commission welcomed Mr. Schoeneberg. Loftus shared that the Historical Society hosted its Olympic Watch Party on February 15. He also reviewed upcoming programs, including Who Was the Original Agent 355? on March 7 and Uncle Sam Wants YOU to Remember the Women of Independence, presented by Terry Lynch, on March 14. In addition, the Historical Society will host a book club meeting on March 5 featuring the book West of the Revolution: An Uncommon History of 1776 by Claudio Saunt. Finally, Loftus reported that the Historical Society is collaborating with DuPage County and local train enthusiasts on a project to install four permanent interpretive panels highlighting historic train stops in Glen Ellyn. The panels will be installed on the south side of the History Center and will include a mural created by a selected artist. G. CHAIRMAN REPORT – No report Page 3 of 68  Historic Preservation 3 February 19, 2026 H. TRUSTEE’S REPORT – Trustee Kalinich provided several updates. She reported that, following the February 9 Village Board meeting, the Board has completed three strategic planning sessions, with one additional meeting forthcoming. The goal is to finalize four key priorities and corresponding targets. Staff will further develop measurable objectives aligned with those priorities, with Board approval anticipated in April. Trustee Kalinich also shared that the Village has updated its ordinances regarding e- bikes and e-scooters. Under the revised ordinance, e-bike riders must be at least 16 years old, and e-scooter riders must be at least 18 years old. Neither e-bikes nor e- scooters are permitted on sidewalks. These updates align with state regulations. Village Manager Franz has met with local school district superintendents to inform them of the changes, and they expressed appreciation for the added clarity to assist with enforcement. Police enforcement will begin with warnings, followed by fines for subsequent violations. Trustee Kalinich emphasized that the intent of the ordinance updates is to promote safety, not to generate revenue. Finally, Trustee Kalinich noted that a workshop will be held at 6:00 p.m. prior to the next Village Board meeting to discuss the former Scripture Press property. The site is located approximately two-thirds in Wheaton and one-third in Glen Ellyn. A developer has proposed constructing a cluster of homes on the property, and there is discussion regarding a potential intergovernmental agreement that would transfer Glen Ellyn’s portion of the property to Wheaton to simplify development review. The Board is currently divided on the issue. While consolidating the property under one municipality may streamline the development process, the school district primarily serves Glen Ellyn residents, fire protection is provided by Wheaton, and water and sewer services are split between both communities. No decision on an intergovernmental agreement will be made at the upcoming meeting. I. STAFF REPORT – Jordan Frahm presented the rubric he developed to assist in evaluating Historic Preservation Grant applications. The Historic Preservation Commission reviewed the tool and agreed it provides helpful structure and guidance when assessing properties. Some commissioners suggested incorporating a formal scoring system, noting it would offer constructive feedback to applicants who are not selected and provide clearer direction on how their projects could be strengthened for future consideration. The Commission agreed to further consider formal adoption and use of the rubric as the program becomes more established, applications are received, and the Commission gains a better understanding of the types of projects being submitted and the level of competition. J. REMINDERS - The next HPC meeting is March 19, 2026. K. ADJOURNMENT– Commissioner Lemme motioned to adjourn the meeting and Commissioner Margetts seconded the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 8:13 p.m. Submitted by Elisa Pollina, Recording Secretary Reviewed by Jordan Frahm, Staff Liaison Page 4 of 68  Glen Ellyn Historic Meeting 3/19/2026 7:00 PM Preservation Department: Community Development Commission Department Head: Jennifer Henaghan, Richard Daubert 535 Duane Street Category: Commission Recommendation Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Prepared By: Jordan Frahm, Richard Daubert AGENDA ITEM (ID DOC ID: 2026-199 # 2026-199) Review of Interpretive Signage for the Glen Ellyn Metra Station Statement of the Issue: As part of the environmental review process for the proposed new train station, the existing Metra Station Depot was deemed eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. This ultimately precipitated Section 106 (of the National Historic Preservation Act) and 4(f) (of the U.S. Department of Transportation Act of 1966) evaluations. In turn, the Village was required to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the State concerning the adverse effect of demolition of the existing depot. The ratified MOA is attached hereto this cover memorandum and includes stipulations that the Federal Highway Administration, Illinois Department of Transportation, and State Historic Preservation Offer agree upon being undertaken for the project. Aside from general stipulations, there are three specific “Architectural and Historic Resource Mitigation” stipulations to be carried out. They are summarized as follows with a brief status update for each item noted. 1. IDOT shall complete a Historic Information Building Survey (HIBS) of the existing Metra Station. IDOT’s consultant has completed the HIBS with it in process by the State. 2. The Village shall develop interpretive signage or plaques near the former site of the to be demolished Metra Station. More details on this matter is the ultimate subject of this memorandum and addressed hereinafter. 3. The mural within the depot shall be relocated to another publicly accessible facility. The Village is currently working with Glenbard West on this measure, with the plan being for the mural to be installed in Glenbard West High School. Analysis: Expanding upon stipulation 2 above, the verbatim language in the MOA is as follows: “The Village of Glen Ellyn will install interpretive signage or plaques near the former site of the demolished Metra Station. The signage/plaques may include the following: historical information about the station; impacts the station had on the area; and the architectural/engineering significance of the station. This list of topics is not meant to be comprehensive but is provided to guide the design of the signage/plaques. Design of the signage/plaques will be completed by the Village of Glen Ellyn with input solicited from the Village of Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission on content, material selection, size, signage location, and other pertinent Page 5 of 68 details. The location and content of the signage/plaques will be reviewed and approved by the IDOT and SHPO prior to production and installation. Any changes proposed by the IDOT or SHPO in either location or content must be received within forty-five (45) days of receipt. After that, it will be presumed the location and content of the signage/plaques is sufficient.” As a starting point of meeting this requirement, CDM Smith’s subconsultant, JLK, developed the attached signage content with input to date having been provided by Village Staff and the State of Illinois. In accordance with the stipulation above, staff is now looking for input from the Historic Preservation Commission. To facilitate seeking input, Staff and JLK will present this matter to the Historic Preservation Commission at its March 19, 2026, Meeting. A full-size (48”X48”) print of the sign will be displayed at the HPC Meeting. As noted in the stipulation, Historic Preservation Commission Input is solicited from the following: Sign Content: Please see the attached sign plan PDF for providing input on the signage content. The content has been developed based on JLK’s research. Said content has had one review completed by the State, with said review comments incorporated into the current iteration of the sign plan. Sign Material Selection: The sign material is proposed as porcelain enamel. Per the presentation, the material is highly vandal-resistant with graffiti easily removed, more colorfast, monolithic, and can have either a glossy or matte finish. Sign Size: The sign is proposed to 48” X 48” (square) in size. Sign Location: The sign is proposed to be installed in the new train station, near the eastern end of the station house. Other Pertinent Details: Other items that the HPC may have input on. Budget Impact: Contribution to Strategic Plan Action Requested: While the MOA stipulation solely requires input be solicited from the Historic Preservation Commission, which could certainly be captured via Commission Meeting Minutes, staff would appreciate more formal approval of the interpretive signage. Staff has accordingly drafted the attached resolution for consideration of approval by the Historic Preservation Commission. Attachments: 1. Cover Memo 2. Updated Draft Interpretive Signage 3. DRAFT HPC Presentation Page 6 of 68 4. DRAFT HPC Resolution Historical Signage Page 7 of 68 MEMORANDUM TO: Jordan Frahm, Associate Planner FROM: Rich Daubert, Village Engineer, P.E., PTOE DATE: March 10, 2026 RE: Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project Interpretive Signage Design Consultation with Historic Preservation Commission BACKGROUND The Village continues to advance the design of a new Train Station, Pedestrian Underpass, and Phase 4 Streetscape and Utility Improvements Project for Downtown Glen Ellyn. The main objectives of the project are as follows: • Address the station’s poor state of repair through construction of a new depot with increased ridership capacity consistent with current Metra Standards • Bring the station house up to modern building, energy, and accessibility standards • Provide new and improved pedestrian safety and access across the UP-West Line through the construction of a grade-separated pedestrian crossing • Improve traffic flow through improved and new drop off and pick up areas for Pace Bus, ride-share, and the general public. Other improvement contributing to this goal include providing two travel lanes on Crescent Boulevard between Main and Forest as well as accommodating two-way traffic between the south commuter parking lots (at Forest Avenue). • Unite the areas of the Central Business District that are north and south of the UP-West line which are divided by the railroad and current station’s architecture • Replace the underground utility infrastructure within the project limits as well as construct pedestrian and streetscape improvements within the Phase 4 area of the Streetscape Project In terms of project status, preliminary engineering approval is anticipated from IDOT this month. Final engineering is well underway with the project plans and specifications at 90% design status. Land acquisition efforts have also commenced. Land acquisition will largely be the controlling item on the timeline of the project moving forward. If land acquisition goes smoothly, the project could move into construction in 2027. However, negotiations could also delay the project significantly. CIVIC CENTER 535 DUANE STREET GLEN ELLYN, ILLINOIS 60137 630.469.5000 FAX 630.469.8849 Page 8 of 68 Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project March 19, 2026 Historic Preservation Commission Review of Interpretive Signage Page 2 SUBJECT As part of the environmental review process for the project, the existing Metra Station Depot was deemed eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. This ultimately precipitated Section 106 (of the National Historic Preservation Act) and 4(f) (of the U.S. Department of Transportation Act of 1966) evaluations. In turn, the Village was required to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the State concerning the adverse effect of demolition of the existing depot. The ratified MOA is attached hereto this cover memorandum and includes stipulations that the Federal Highway Administration, Illinois Department of Transportation, and State Historic Preservation Offer agree upon being undertaken for the project. Aside from general stipulations, there are three specific “Architectural and Historic Resource Mitigation” stipulations to be carried out. They are summarized as follows with a brief status update for each item noted. 1. IDOT shall complete a Historic Information Building Survey (HIBS) of the existing Metra Station. IDOT’s consultant has completed the HIBS with it in process by the State. 2. The Village shall develop interpretive signage or plaques near the former site of the to be demolished Metra Station. More details on this matter is the ultimate subject of this memorandum and addressed hereinafter. 3. The mural within the depot shall be relocated to another publicly accessible facility. The Village is currently working with Glenbard West on this measure with the plan being for the mural to be installed in the Glenbard West High School. Expanding upon stipulation 2 above, the verbatim language in the MOA is as follows: “The Village of Glen Ellyn will install interpretive signage or plaques near the former site of the demolished Metra Station. The signage/plaques may include the following: historical information about the station; impacts the station had on the area; and architectural/engineering significance of the station. This list of topics is not meant to be comprehensive but is provided to guide the design of the signage/plaques. Design of the signage/plaques will be completed by the Village of Glen Ellyn with input solicited from the Village of Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission on content, material selection, size, signage location, and other pertinent details. The location and content of the signage/plaques will be reviewed and approved by the IDOT and SHPO prior to production and installation. Any changes, proposed by the IDOT or SHPO in either location or content must be received within forty-five (45) days of receipt. After that, it will be presumed the location and content of the signage/plaques is sufficient.” As a starting point of meeting this requirement, CDM Smith’s subconsultant JLK developed the attached signage content with input to date having been provided by Village Staff and the State of Illinois. In accordance with the stipulation above, staff is now looking for input from the Historic Preservation Commission. To facilitate seeking input, Staff and JLK will present this matter to the Historic Preservation Commission at its March 19, 2026 Meeting. A full size (48”X48”) print of the sign will be displayed at the HPC Meeting. Page 9 of 68 Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project March 19, 2026 Historic Preservation Commission Review of Interpretive Signage Page 3 As noted in the stipulation, Historic Preservation Commission Input is solicited on the following: Sign Content: Please see the attached sign plan PDF for providing input on the signage content. The content has been developed based on JLK’s research. Said content has had one review completed by the State, with said review comments incorporated into the current iteration of the sign plan. Sign Material Selection: The sign material is proposed as porcelain enamel. Per the presentation, the material is highly vandal-resistant with graffiti easily removed, more colorfast, monolithic, and can have either a glossy or matte finish. Sign Size: The sign is proposed to 48” X 48” (square) in size. Sign Location: The sign is proposed to be installed in the new train station, near the eastern end of the station house. Other Pertinent Details: Other items that the HPC may have input on. ACTION REQUESTED While the MOA stipulation solely requires input be solicited from the Historic Preservation Commission, which could certainly be captured via Commission Meeting Minutes, staff would appreciate more formal approval of the interpretive signage. Staff has accordingly drafted the attached resolution for consideration of approval by the Historic Preservation Commission. ATTACHMENTS MOA Sign PDF Page 10 of 68 History of Glen Ellyn and the Railroad 1 On October 24 , 1849, the Galena and Chicago th the "Roarin' Elgin" or the "Great Third Rail," was an village and landscape materials were provided by Union Railroad (G&CU) brought its first train, The electric interurban railroad that operated passenger the Glen Ellyn Garden Club. Carl Moser of Glendale Pioneer, over the tracks through Glen Ellyn. At first, and freight service between Chicago and the western Nursery was responsible for plantings, Robert trains running through the town did not stop, but suburbs of Aurora, Batavia, Geneva, St. Charles, Schultz was in charge of village construction work, resident Lewey Q. Newton deeded a right-of-way to and Elgin. The CA&E connected directly with the and Mary Ann Utley of the Civic Beautification the railroad and agreed to build a depot and water Chicago elevated system (via the Metropolitan West Commission was the consulting landscape designer. 1851- 1895 tank at his own expense if the railroad would allow a Side Elevated Railway) and its cars operated over the 1895-1930s as freight house stop there. The station was initially known as Newton 'L' into Chicago's downtown Loop. In 1922, Dr. In 1974, the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) Station, but to avoid confusion with another Newton Thomas Conway Jr., acting on behalf of certain East was established by Illinois legislation to coordinate 2 Station in Illinois it was soon renamed Danby Station after the station agent/postmaster David Kelley’s Coast bondholders, purchased the line and began making improvements. One result was the erection of public transit across the six-county Chicago region — Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Will, and McHenry birthplace at Danby, Vermont. This first station was a new Glen Ellyn station in 1926. The CA&E removed counties, and in 2026 the Northern Illinois Transit built in 1851 at the southeast corner of Main Street the modest wooden stationhouse that dated back to Authority (NITA) succeeded the RTA. The Chicago and Crescent Boulevard ( 1 ). the CA&E’s founding in 1902 ( 3 ) and erected a Transit Authority (CTA) and the Commuter Rail Board new, larger stone station in its place designed by (Metra) now both operate under NITA. As Metra By 1870, businessmen were taking the train to John Archibald Armstrong ( 4 ). This new station took over commuter rail service from the C&NW, Chicago on a daily basis, and businesses and stores remained in service until CA&E ceased all operations passenger use in Glen Ellyn increased significantly, sprung up along Crescent Boulevard. In the 1890s, in 1957. The station was demolished shortly eventually exceeding the station’s capacity, so the town built Lake Glen Ellyn, reportedly named 1895 - c. 1966 thereafter, and the tracks abandoned. In 1965, Village leaders and Metra planned yet another new after Village President Thomas E. Hill’s wife. The lake DuPage County embraced a community-led vision to station ( 6 ). As of 2026, Glen Ellyn station is served became a point of pride, and residents petitioned to turn the old CA&E into a recreational trail and by the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR), the successor rename the town after it. A resort on the new lake 3 was unsuccessful, but in 1895, the next Village President Amos Churchill persuaded the Chicago purchased the former right-of-way. This allowed for the creation of the Illinois Prairie Path by community to C&NW, with commuter service operated by Metra. groups and volunteers. and North Western Railroad (C&NW), successor to The railroad has shaped the history of Glen Ellyn from the G&CU, to build a new station to serve the With the end of CA&E operations in 1957, C&NW its earliest years and continues to be an integral part residents of Glen Ellyn. The 1851 station on the site became the sole operational railroad in downtown of its legacy and day-to-day life. Over a was relocated to Prospect Avenue to serve as a Glen Ellyn. In 1966, C&NW replaced its 1895 station century-and-a-half, the block between Main Street freight warehouse until it was torn down in the with a new station designed by DeLeuw, Cather & and Forest Avenue has supported the development 1930s, while the C&NW station would serve the Co., with Andrew N. Rebori as the consulting and operations of the railroad in Glen Ellyn. As of town until the mid-1960s ( 2 ). 1902 - 1926 architect ( 5 ). The landscape plan was designed by 2026, there have been five generations of train From 1902-1959, there was a second line also Anthony Tugnik of the Morton Arboretum after the depots within this small portion of the village, each serving Glen Ellyn: the Chicago, Aurora and Elgin new building was completed in early 1967. depot carrying Glen Ellyn into its next chapter of 4 Railroad (CA&E). The CA&E, popularly known as Construction was financed and supervised by the development. Glenb ard W est H igh S cho ol W ) C & N C U, 1926 - c. 1963 ia Avenu e e rG & ) l va n r m E Penns y a d (Fo r CA & o e c R ailr ( For m h 5 a c i fi Pa t o n P i r i e U n i Pra i s e o Avenu Illin Forest Glenwood Avenue Main Street venue 5 6 clair A va rd 2 Mont oule e r ) e n t B ( form c e Cres Avenu wa rt Nor Ste 1 th Pa 1967 rk Bo uleva Forest Avenue 6 3 rd 4 Duane Street Glen Ellyn Civic Center N 300 ft 202X Page 11 of 68  GLEN ELLYN STATION Historic & Interpretive Signage Historic Preservation Commission - 3.19.2026 I. ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORICAL RESOURCE MITIGATION Signage A. Prior to beginning of construction activities, the IDOT shall complete Historic Illinois Building Survey (HIBS) Level III recordation of the existing Metra Station. Requirements The IDOT will submit the draft HIBS (95%) to the SHPO, and the IDOT must receive written concurrence from the SHPO that the draft HIBS documentation is from acceptable prior to the IDOT initiating demolition of the Metra Station. The IDOT will ensure the final HIBS (100%) documentation is submitted to and accepted by SHPO MOA the SHPO. If no response is received within forty-five (45) days, it will be presumed the SHPO has found the provided documentation to be acceptable. B. The Village of Glen Ellyn will install interpretive signage or plaques near the former site of the demolished Metra Station. The signage/plaques may include the following: historical information about the station; impacts the station had on the area; and architectural/engineering significance of the station. This list of topics is not meant to be comprehensive but is provided to guide the design of the signage/plaques. Design of the signage/plaques will be completed by the Village of Glen Ellyn with input solicited from the Village of Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission on content, material selection, size, signage location, and other pertinent details. The location and content of the signage/plaques will be reviewed and approved by the IDOT and SHPO prior to production and installation. Any changes, proposed by the IDOT or SHPO in either location or content must be received within forty-five (45) days of receipt. After that, it will be presumed the location and content of the signage/plaques is sufficient. GLEN ELLYN METRA STATION - Interpretive Signage Existing Rail-Related Historic Markers CHALLENGE Glen Ellyn railroad history is scattered around the site. Markers relate to historic building footprints, but do not tell the complete story of the site. Currently none of the markers include information about the 1967 station. 3 2 1 GLEN ELLYN METRA STATION - Interpretive Signage  Marker #1 GLEN ELLYN'S FIRST TRAIN -Describes history of the Galena & Chicago Union -Not only Glen Ellyn's first railroad, but also Chicago's first railroad! -Major turning point in US history and established Chicago as the 2nd city. -Locally, railroad led to the relocation of downtown Glen Ellyn away from St. Charles Rd GLEN ELLYN METRA STATION - Interpretive Signage  Marker #2 FIRST RAILROAD DEPOT -Describes history of the very first railroad depot (on the Galena & Chicago Union). -Located at exact site of former depot. GLEN ELLYN METRA STATION - Interpretive Signage  Marker #3 ELECTRIC TRAIN DEPOT -Describes history of the former Chicago, Aurora & Elgin interurban line. -Located at exact site of former CA&E depot. -Relates to new station: stone archways inspired design of new station. GLEN ELLYN METRA STATION - Interpretive Signage Approach CHALLENGE Glen Ellyn railroad history is scattered around the site. Markers relate to historic building footprints, but do not tell the complete story of the site. OPPORTUNITY Centralize the historical information in a single 67 T 9 1 O A interpretive display that tells P DE MO the full railroad history at R PE this significant site, including the 1967 depot as required by the MOA. GLEN ELLYN METRA STATION - Interpretive Signage Research The JLK team conducted extensive research to prepare a Historic Illinois Building Survey (HIBS) report for the 1967 depot. We visited and documented the 1967 station multiple times, and consulted online and physical archival sources, including those listed below. This yielded a thorough history of not just the 1967 depot, but the various train stations that have existed in downtown Glen Ellyn since its earliest days, as well as hundreds of photos, maps and illustrations. Interpretive Sign Draft -Based on our extensive research, we identified the (6) final photos of each depot structure. -We also included pertinent information about their builders, contexts, and eras, and how this supported the development of 48" Glen Ellyn as a whole. -This preliminary design has already been reviewed by SHPO and IDOT Cultural Resources Unit, their comments have been incorporated. 48" Interpretive Sign Location CRESCENT BLVD PROPOSED INTERPRETIVE SIGN METRA PLATFORMS Interpretive Sign Location PROPOSED INTERPRETIVE SIGN WAITING ROOM - SOUTH ELEVATION Sign Material: -Commonly used for Porcelain Enamel outdoor and public signage -Used by transit agencies including CTA, NYCTA, etc. -Highly vandal-resistant, paint or marker can be removed easily with acetone -More colorfast than other materials -Monolithic; does not require a frame, lens or other protectives -Options for glossy or matte finish Sign Material: Porcelain Enamel Examples Sign Material: Porcelain Enamel Details -Proposed design is similar to the example at right. -We suggest a glossy finish that is suitable for the photographs and maps, and easy to clean in the event of vandalism. -The sign will be approximately 1.5" deep and frameless/full bleed, with rounded edges as shown in the example. -Mounting hardware will be a French cleat system, fully concealed with vandal-resistant fasteners. ACTION ITEMS The MOA requires the Village of Glen Ellyn to solicit input from its Historic Preservation Commission on the required interpretive sign. Should you desire any changes to the design as presented tonight, we welcome an open discussion and we are happy to consider further revisions. Pending that discussion, we are kindly requesting the Historic Preservation Commission's approval of a resolution including a recommendation of the approval to the FHWA and IDOT for the production and installation of interpretive signage for the Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project as presented at the March 19, 2026 Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting. This document will be provided to SHPO to indicate that the terms of the MOA have been satisfied, and the Village will proceed to include the interpretive sign in its construction plans. March 19, 2026 Regular Meeting of the HPC A Resolution Recommending Approval of the Glen Ellyn Metra Station Interpretive Signage Plan Whereas, The Glen Ellyn Historic Preservation Commission (HPC), at a regular meeting held on March 19, 2026, was presented with plans for historic interpretive signage proposed as part with the Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project (Project); and Whereas, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) may fund the Project thereby requiring Section 106 review per the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA); and Whereas, the FHWA and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), in consultation with the Illinois State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO), determined that the existing station is eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), and its demolition as part of the Project will cause an adverse effect to the historic property pursuant to 36 CFR Part 800; and Whereas, the FHWA determined that the proposed Project will not impact historic properties other than the Glen Ellyn Metra Station, and SHPO concurred with this finding on November 4, 2022; and Whereas, the FHWA, in consultation with the IDOT invited numerous stakeholders to participate in the Section 106 consultation on January 4, 2021 and responses were received from the HPC, the Glen Ellyn Historical Society, Landmarks Illinois, Next Stop Coffee Shop, Illinois Historic Group, Metra Rail and Union Pacific Railroad; and Whereas, the Advisory Council of Historic Places was notified by IDOT on behalf of the FHWA regarding the project impacts; and Whereas, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was signed by the FHWA, IDOT, SHPO, the Village of Glen Ellyn, and METRA regarding the determination of the impacted properties; and Whereas, as part of the Architectural and Historical Resource Mitigation stipulations included in the MOA, the Village of Glen Ellyn is required to install interpretive signage near the former site of the to-be-demolished METRA station; and Whereas, the interpretive signage may include historical information about the station, impacts the station had on the area, and architectural or engineering significance of the station; and Page 27 of 68 March 19, 2026 Regular Meeting of the HPC Whereas, the design of the signage will be completed by the Village of Glen Ellyn with input solicited from the HPC regarding content, material selection, size, signage location, and other pertinent details per the MOA; and Whereas, the HPC has reviewed the signage as presented by Village Staff, and provided input per the requirements of the MOA; Now, Therefore, the HPC resolves to make a recommendation of approval to the FHWA and IDOT for the production and installation of interpretive signage for the Glen Ellyn Metra Station and Multimodal Access Improvements Project as presented at the March 19, 2026 Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting. THIS RESOLUTION shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption and approval. Adopted by the Historic Preservation Commission of the Village of Glen Ellyn, Illinois, this 19th day of March, 2026. Voting Ayes Nays Abstain Absent Darga French Leak Lemme Margetts Schletz Wilson Page 28 of 68  Glen Ellyn Historic Meeting 3/19/2026 7:00 PM Preservation Commission Department: Community Development 535 Duane Street Department Head: Jennifer Henaghan Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Discussion Item Prepared By: Jordan Frahm AGENDA ITEM (ID DOC ID: 2026-200 # 2026-200) Preservation Incentive Program — Consideration of Candidates for Qualified Properties List Statement of the Issue: The homeowners of 417 Melrose Avenue and 285 Hill Avenue have submitted applications for consideration of the preservation matching grant. In order to be considered for the grant program, the homes must be determined to meet the qualification standards outlined in Section III of the Historic Preservation Incentive Program approved by the Village Board of Trustees on December 8, 2025. A vote of the Historic Preservation Commission affirming qualification is required before the grant submittal can be considered. Analysis: The Historic Preservation Incentive Program, approved by the Village Board of Trustees on December 8, 2025, requires that properties must be included in the "Qualified Property List" to be eligible for the grant incentive program. The requirements to determine properties to be included in the Qualified Property List are outlined in Section III of the program and are as follows: III. Qualified Property List Eligibility Requirements A. The following homes are eligible to be placed on the Qualified Property List, subject to Historic Preservation Commission approval: 1. Homes that are Village Landmark properties; 2. Glen Ellyn Historical Society plaque properties; 3. Homes included in the National Register of Historic Places; and 4. Homes considered architecturally significant or potentially significant as set forth in the Architectural Resource Surveys. B. A home that is fifty (50) years old or older shall be eligible to be included on the Qualified Property List, subject to HPC approval. The determination as to whether such a home qualifies shall be based on whether the home meets one or more of the following criteria: 1. The building exhibits master craftsmanship; 2. The structure displays distinct features that exhibit a historically important architectural style from a representative period; Page 29 of 68 3. The property possesses local or regional cultural significance, or is associated with historically significant individuals; or 4. The property significantly contributes to the Village as a source of civic pride. C. A final determination as to whether a home is eligible to be placed on the Qualified Property List shall be made by the HPC at an HPC meeting. A majority vote of the HPC members then in attendance shall be required to place a home on the Qualified Property List. Village staff shall review the permit history for a home, conduct site visits and/or utilize other historical resources to investigate whether a property has undergone significant alteration or is in a condition of extreme disrepair to assist the HPC in determining whether a home shall be placed on the Qualified Property List. D. A property owner or a person with permission from a property owner shall be eligible to apply to be placed on the Qualified Property List. 417 Melrose Avenue Identified as a "Contributing" property in the 2010 Granacki Architectural Resource Survey as a Dutch Colonial Revival. Built in 1927, the exterior appearance of the home remains largely intact, as determined from photos sourced from real estate records at the Glen Ellyn Historical Society (GEHS) from 1984 — which include the small rear addition. Other than mechanical and utility permits, Village records indicate two exterior permits for the principal structure: 1.) a 2016 permit to replace aluminum siding with vinyl siding; and 2.) a 2016 permit to rebuild the front porch. With the C5B - Central Business District Service immediately to the north, the property is located near to the historic downtown Glen Ellyn. The lot was originally platted in 1873. At 33 and 1/3 feet wide, the lot represents a nonconforming lot width (the required lot width in the R2 zoning district is 66-feet). Future redevelopment of this lot would require a variation from the Zoning Code or acquisition of neighboring properties. Attachments include: site photos taken by Village Staff and real estate records maintained by the Glen Ellyn Historical Society. 285 Hill Avenue Identified as a "Contributing" property in the 2018 Ramsey Architectural Resource Survey as a Dutch Colonial Revival, the home was built in 1923. The exterior appearance of the home remains unchanged — with photos in the historical real estate records at GEHS dating to the early 1960s — and no exterior alteration permits on file with the Village. Historical interior remodel permits are on file for 1969 and 2004, and current interior remodel permits are on file with the Village. Although the home is nonconforming due to lot size, it is above the minimum lot area of 6,534 square feet for redevelopment per Section 10-4-1 of the Village Code. Attachments include: site photos taken by Village Staff and real estate records maintained by the Glen Ellyn Historical Society. Budget Impact: Contribution to Strategic Plan Page 30 of 68 Action Requested: Review the criteria as expressed in the policy documents and determine whether the homes at 417 Melrose Avenue and 285 Hill Avenue qualify for the Historic Preservation Incentive program. Attachments: 1. 417 Melrose North Exterior Photo 2. 417 Melrose Facade Photo 3. 417 Melrose South Exterior Photo 4. 417 Melrose GEHS Research Docs 5. 285 Hill Exterior 1 6. 285 Hill Exterior 2 7. 285 Hill GEHS Research Docs Page 31 of 68 Page 32 of 68 Page 33 of 68 Page 34 of 68 Page 35 of 68 Page 36 of 68 Page 37 of 68 Page 38 of 68 Page 39 of 68 Page 40 of 68 Page 41 of 68 Page 42 of 68 Page 43 of 68 Page 44 of 68 Page 45 of 68 Page 46 of 68 Page 47 of 68  Glen Ellyn Historic Meeting 3/19/2026 7:00 PM Preservation Commission Department: Community Development 535 Duane Street Department Head: Jennifer Henaghan Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Category: Grant Prepared By: Jordan Frahm AGENDA ITEM (ID # 2026- DOC ID: 2026-201 201) Preservation Matching Grant — 417 Melrose Avenue Statement of the Issue: The applicant, Daniel Barnett, is seeking a matching grant of $10,000 for his property at 417 Melrose Avenue. The 1927 Dutch Colonial Revival was identified as a "Contributing" property in the 2010 Granacki Architectural Resource Survey. The property owner is proposing a window replacement project to return the home's original architectural character. Analysis: The homeowner, Daniel Barnett, is requesting a Historic Preservation Incentive Program Matching Grant to perform a window restoration at their property, 417 Melrose Avenue. Currently, the windows are vinyl replacement windows — materials that would not fit the character of the original construction. The applicant is seeking to install new wooden, double-hung windows with historically appropriate proportions, true wood frames and sashes. Per the applicants' narrative statement, the design and materials are in "direct alignment with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation." Total project cost listed as $24,941, and the applicant is seeking the maximum $10,000 grant award. The applicant has selected Illinois Energy Windows & Siding due to the company's expertise in installing energy code-conforming windows with historically accurate materials. Budget Impact: Contribution to Strategic Plan Action Requested: Consider the grant application materials submitted by the applicant and make a recommendation to the Village Board for grant approval. Attachments: 1. 417 Melrose Application Page 48 of 68  VILLAGE OF GLEN ELLYN Historic Preservation Residential Matching Grant Award REQUIRED SUBMITTALS WITH APPLICATION: • Photos depicting existing conditions of the home that will receive improvements; • A schematic drawing which details the proposed improvements; • Scope of Work with detailed costs for each proposed improvement (excluding ineligible portions of improvements) from multiple contractors. All contractors must be registered with the Village’s Community Development Department prior to a building permit being issued; • A narrative as outlined below: ➢ Description of proposed preservation work including information about the proposed building materials and methodology for proposed changes. ➢ Details on how improvements sought will positively impact the historical preservation of the Village. ➢ Credentials and experience of contractors ➢ Any unusual or expected difficulties or hardships in making the proposed improvements. APPLICANT INFORMATION: Daniel Barnett Property Owner Name: ___________________________________________________________ 417 Melrose Ave Property Owner Address: _________________________________________________________ 630-390-4954 Property Owner Phone: __________________________________________________________ danquixote51@yahoo.com Property Owner E-mail: __________________________________________________________ OVERVIEW OF HISTORICAL IMPORTANCE OF THE HOME The house at 417 Melrose Ave was part of the original Glenwood _____________________________________________________________________________ subdivision and built in 1927. The architectural style is Dutch _____________________________________________________________________________ Colonial Revival which was very popular in the United States from _____________________________________________________________________________ approximately 1900 to 1935. The Dutch Colonial Revivial stye's _____________________________________________________________________________ most prominent feature is the Gambrel roof which has a steep lower slope which maimizes usable space in the second floor. _____________________________________________________________________________ While there have been additions to the back of the house, the front _____________________________________________________________________________ of the house is largely untoucherd - featuring the Gambrel roof. _____________________________________________________________________________ Page 49 of 68 DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS The improvements are removing the current vinyl _____________________________________________________________________________ replacement windows and doing any repair on the window _____________________________________________________________________________ frame required to install the new windows. The new _____________________________________________________________________________ wooden windows will be fabricated with historically _____________________________________________________________________________ appropriate proportions, using true wood frames and sashes _____________________________________________________________________________ to reflect period craftsmanship (Appendix 1, Pages 3 & 4). _____________________________________________________________________________ Appendix 2 shows examples of the windows being replaced. _____________________________________________________________________________ OVERVIEW OF HOW PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS MEET PRESERVATION STANDARDS The subject property is a 1927 home purchased in 1996. The _____________________________________________________________________________ house currently has non-original vinyl replacement windows which _____________________________________________________________________________ did not exist in 1927 and are inconsistent with the home’s original _____________________________________________________________________________ architectural character. The proposed work will remove these _____________________________________________________________________________ modern replacements and install new, double-hung windows, _____________________________________________________________________________ replicating the appearance and style of the original 1927 windows. The design and materials are in direct alignment with the _____________________________________________________________________________ Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. _____________________________________________________________________________ RELEVANT EXPERIENCE OR EXPERTISE OF CONTRACTORS While the grant application stipulates that bids from _____________________________________________________________________________ multiple contractors is required, it was found that only 1 _____________________________________________________________________________ local contractor represented a US-based firm that _____________________________________________________________________________ fabricates wooden windows that insure energy _____________________________________________________________________________ conservation guidelines. Further information concerning _____________________________________________________________________________ the relevant experience and expertise of Illinois Energy _____________________________________________________________________________ Windows & Siding is found on Page 1 & 2 of Appendix 1. _____________________________________________________________________________ 8 Page 50 of 68 DESCRIPTION OF ANY EXPECTED HARDSHIPS OR DIFFICULTIES Because of the 24 years of experience installing wooden _____________________________________________________________________________ replacement windows in older homes iin Dupage County, _____________________________________________________________________________ any difficulties encountered can be easily addressed. _____________________________________________________________________________ The company employs their own installation crew and _____________________________________________________________________________ maintains fabrication facilities allowing then to solve _____________________________________________________________________________ any problems encountered with the modification of a 100 _____________________________________________________________________________ year old house expertly and easily. _____________________________________________________________________________ ITEMIZED ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION COST The description of the 5 windows being _________________________________________________________ ____________ replaced is in Appendix 1, Page 3 & 4. The _________________________________________________________ ____________ cost of the windows is not individually _________________________________________________________ ____________ broken out, but the total cost of the _________________________________________________________ ____________ project is on Page 8 of Appendix 1. __________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ _________________________________________________________ ____________ TOTAL PROJECT COST: $24,941 ____________ AMOUNT OF AWARD REQUESTED: $10,000 ____________ 9 Page 51 of 68 APPLICATION CERTIFICATION I/we, the undersigned certify that I/we have read, understand and agree to the requirements of the Village of Glen Ellyn’s Historic Preservation Incentive Program. I/we certify that all the information provided herein is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I/we understand that the project described in this application must receive all required permits and any other necessary approvals from the Village of Glen Ellyn prior to the commencement of any construction. Furthermore, I/we, on behalf of my/ours successors, executors, agents, contractors and assigns, agree to save, hold harmless, indemnify and defend the Village of Glen Ellyn and any of its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers from all costs, injuries and damages to any person or property whatsoever, any of which is caused by an activity, condition or event arising out of the performance, preparation for performance or nonperformance of any project improvement included in my/our award application. The above cost, injury, damage or other injury or damage incurred by or to any of the above shall include, in the event of an action, court costs, expenses of litigation and reasonable attorneys’ fees. I/we understand that if my/our home is demolished, or project related improvements are altered or removed within three (3) years I/we will be required to repay the Village in an amount as described in the applicable Preservation Incentive Program Agreement which I/we shall separately execute upon approval of a grant award. Digitally signed by Daniel Barnett Daniel Barnett Daniel Barnett Date: 2026.02.10 21:37:34 _______________________________________ ____________________________________ -06'00' Applicant Name (PRINT) Applicant Signature 2/11/26 Date: __________________________________ _______________________________________ ____________________________________ Applicant Name (PRINT) Applicant Signature Date: __________________________________ CONSENT FROM PROPERTY OWNER (Required if different from Applicant) _______________________________________ ____________________________________ Property Owner Name (PRINT) Property Owner Signature Date: __________________________________ _______________________________________ ____________________________________ Property Owner Name (PRINT) Property Owner Signature Date: __________________________________ 10 Page 52 of 68  $33(1',; ,OLQRLV(QHUJ\:LQGRZV 6LGLQJ Company Overview Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc., located on Ogden Avenue, has served the Chicagoland area for over [X] years. The firm specializes in high-quality window replacement and siding projects and is recognized for its attention to detail, customer service, and commitment to durable, energy-efficient, and historically appropriate building solutions. Credentials • Licensed and Insured in the State of Illinois. • Registered with the Village of Glen Ellyn Community Development Department (required prior to permit issuance). • Extensive experience with residential window replacement, including historic properties. • Proven ability to provide custom wood double-hung windows with divided light patterns to replicate historic designs. Relevant Experience Illinois Energy Windows & Siding has completed numerous window replacement projects in communities with historic housing stock. Their expertise includes: • Installation of wooden, double-hung windows consistent with historic design. • Use of historically appropriate materials and installation methods consistent with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. Project Role For this project, Illinois Energy Windows & Siding will: • Remove non-original metal and vinyl replacement windows. • Furnish and install new wooden double-hung windows to replicate the home’s original 1927 design. • Ensure that all materials and methods comply with Village requirements and best practices for historic preservation. Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc. Page 53 of 68 Date: August 21st, 2025. Page 5 of 14 Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc. - Affiliations Better Business Bureau (A+ Rating) • BBB Accredited Business • BBB Complaint Free Award Recipients • NARI (National Association of The Remodeling Industry) • Member of Chicagoland and National NARI organizations Energy Star: U.S. Department of Energy & U.S. Environmental Protection Agency NFRC: National Fenestration Rating Council Naperville Chamber Of Commerce We recently celebrated our 10th year in the Naperville Chamber Of Commerce. Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc. - Mission The mission of Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc. is to enhance and enrich the lives of our customers, teammates, and our communities by providing world-class remodeling products and services. We believe in tackling every day with an optimistic and positive attitude. Life challenges become rewards instead of pitfalls. Page 54 of 68  Page 1 of 13 Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc. (630) 627-9200 430 Ogden Ave www.IllinoisEnergy.com Lisle, IL 60532 www.CustomShieldElite.com Window Clarification Form Customer Information Daniel Barnett 630-390-4954 Date: 02/09/2026 Dena Klein danquixote51@yahoo.com Rep: Tristan Mitchell 417 Melrose Ave. Glen Ellyn IL 60137 Buyer(s) hereby jointly and independently agree to purchase the products and/or services listed below in accordance with the prices and terms described on this Window Clarification Form and on the accompanying Home Improvement Agreement of which this Window Clarification Form is a part. Windows Window Style Picture Window - DH Window Brand Custom Shield Elite Quantity 1 Location Living Room Size 48 1/4 x 64 1/4 Installation Standard Installation Exterior Color White Wood Species Pine Capping Color Match Exterior Window Color Wood Frame Finish Fruitwood Hardware None Grid None Woodwork Options Finished Casing Style Colonial Casing Species Pine Casing Size 2.25" Stool & Apron Details Not Included Mull Removal 0 Window Style Double Hung Window Brand Custom Shield Elite Quantity 1 Location Living Room Size 38 1/4 x 64 1/4 Installation Standard Installation Exterior Color White Wood Species Pine Capping Color Match Exterior Window Color Wood Frame Finish Fruitwood Hardware Rustic Bronze Grid None Woodwork Options Finished Screen Full Screen Casing Style Colonial Casing Species Pine Casing Size 2.25" Stool & Apron Details Not Included Mull Removal 0 Window Style Double Hung Window Brand Custom Shield Elite Quantity 1 Location Dining Room Size 38 1/4 x 64 1/4 Installation Standard Installation Exterior Color White Wood Species Pine Capping Color Match Exterior Window Color Wood Frame Finish Fruitwood Hardware Rustic Bronze Grid None Woodwork Options Finished Screen Full Screen Casing Style Colonial Casing Species Pine Casing Size 2.25" Stool & Apron Details Not Included Mull Removal 0 Page 55 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 2 of 13 Window Style Double Hung Window Brand Custom Shield Elite Quantity 1 Location Bedroom 1 Size 38 1/4 x 64 1/4 Installation Standard Installation Exterior Color White Wood Species Pine Capping Color Match Exterior Window Color Wood Frame Finish Fruitwood Hardware Rustic Bronze Grid None Woodwork Options Finished Screen Full Screen Casing Style Colonial Casing Species Pine Casing Size 2.25" Stool & Apron Details Not Included Mull Removal 0 Window Style Double Hung Window Brand Custom Shield Elite Quantity 1 Location Kitchen Size 36 1/4 x 46 1/4 Installation Standard Installation Exterior Color White Wood Species Pine Capping Color Match Exterior Window Color Wood Frame Finish Fruitwood Hardware Rustic Bronze Grid None Woodwork Options Finished Screen Full Screen Casing Style Colonial Casing Species Pine Casing Size 2.25" Stool & Apron Details Not Included Mull Removal 0 Additional information related to installations can be found on the "What to Expect During Window Installation" form. • Measurements shown in the work order are rounded to nearest inch. Actual measurements are documented for the ordering process. • Any furniture must be moved at least 5 feet away from windows to be replaced. • All Pets must be secured during installation. • Driveway shall remain clear during date of installation. • Removal and reinstallation of alarm components will be the responsibility of homeowner. Additional details on Bay, Bow, and Garden Windows: On all Bay, Bow, and Garden windows, wood parts must be "sealed" and/or polyurethaned within 10 days from the date of installation, by the owner, or the warranty on the window is null and void. Three coats of polyurethane are recommended. The window depth is approximate and can NOT be exact as specified. Add the extension depth of the Seat, plus the wall thickness, which is usually between 6 to 12 inches deep, to estimate the total depth. They type of roof must be determined by Illinois Energy Windows & Siding Inc. It may be a "soffit tie in", a "hit roof", or a "shed roof". Cut Outs and Build Ups: A "Cut Out" and/or a "Build Up" may include new drywall and/or new casing. The width of casing to be installed to be determined by Illinois Energy Windows & Siding Inc. (IEWS). The new casing may not cover the edge of previously existing paint or wallpaper. IEWS does NOT paint, prime varnish seal, and/or polyurethane any wood or drywall installed. The first coat of spackle is included; the final painting and/or sealing is NOT included. Minor sanding and/or priming is recommended prior to painting drywall. All painting, and/or sealing, is at the homeowners own risk. The price does NOT included; electrical work, HVAC and/or duct work, masonry and/or brick work, and/or any other work unless specified on this contract. Page 56 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 3 of 13 Daniel Barnett Dena Klein 02/09/2026 02/09/2026 Date Date Page 57 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 4 of 13 Understanding Humidity Levels Inside Your Home as it relates to new, energy efficient, thermal pane windows Attached to this contract is a pamphlet regarding Condensation, Moisture and Humidity. When I replace my windows, it may affect the science of how my new windows will affect my home. When there are extreme drops in temperature, I may see condensation on the interior surface of my windows. Activities like doing dishes, cooking, taking showers and even breathing adds moisture to the air in my home. All of these everyday activities will create humidity inside my home. The cracks in my old windows let drafts in, and allowed moisture out. New energy efficient windows that are sealed tightly can trap humidity inside my home. This often will appear on the interior glass surface of my windows. This does not mean the windows are not working, actually the opposite, your windows are sealed up tight, with nowhere for the humidity to escape. Making adjustments to the humidity level, allowing proper air circulation, and drawing my blinds can all help lower the humidity levels in my home. Many times these type of adjustments will lower some of my humidity issues. Even with correcting most humidity issues, on the most extreme temperate days (like severe cold or severe heat) you may still experience humidity on the interior glass surface of your energy efficient thermal pane windows. This humidity is typically seen late in the evening, or early in the mornings. Often this will take care of itself as the day warms up. We ask that you acknowledge that you have been given the Window Condensation pamphlet. We ask that you acknowledge and understand that your home is a living, breathing thing. When you change the science of your home with very efficient, tight windows, you may have to make adjustments in order to lower the levels of humidity inside your home. (Customer's Initials) Page 58 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 5 of 13 What To Expect During Window Installation Thank you for selecting Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc. for your home improvement project. Your confidence in our company is appreciated. Our company prides itself on our high level of customer satisfaction. We look forward to the opportunity to impress you while we beautify your home. Finest Management Teams, Expert Installation & Highest Quality Materials All of Illinois Energy’s projects are performed by knowledgeable and experienced installers. Once our finance department confirms your custom order. You will receive a call from a member of our business management team to review your order. From there, our management team will assign an installation manager to do an onsite job installation and material review. Based upon this visit, the installation manager will be able to finalize any details needed to create an installation work order, for the foreman of your job. You are not required to be home for this visit. If you prefer to be present, or if there are pets in your yard that would need to be restrained, please inform the business management team when your order is confirmed or call our office so arrangements can be made. Quality Materials All Worthington Windows are custom fit for your home. In addition, we also offer a wide variety of specialized windows such as Bays, Bows, and Garden Windows. With this in mind, please allow approximately 5-8 weeks for your windows to be manufactured. As soon as your order is complete, a supervisor from our warehouse will contact you to schedule a convenient installation date. We install Monday through Saturday and make every attempt to work within your schedule. Please Note: If you are ordering siding and windows, your windows will customarily be installed first and soon after the siding work will begin. Preparation For Installation Before installation begins, please remove any furniture close to the window to allow the installers room to work. In addition, any window coverings, such as curtains or blinds and their hardware, should be removed from the window to allow for a much cleaner installation. For your protection and peace of mind, we strongly suggest removing and valuable wall hangings from the work area and adjoining walls. If Illinois Energy has to move any furniture or have to uninstall/reinstall any blinds, we assume no liability for these items. Actual Installation Your window installation typically takes place in one day, depending on the nature of your project and the type of windows involved. We do ask that someone is available to be at your home the day (s) of your installation. Thank you again for your business. We look forward to making your home beautiful, energy efficient, and maintenance free. If you have any questions before, during, or after the installation, please contact our office at 630-627-9200. Page 59 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 6 of 13 Installation Details: Installation Type Standard This type of installation does not include, or require, new casing as standard. The existing casing and "stops" will remain. Page 60 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 7 of 13 Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc. (630) 627-9200 430 Ogden Ave www.IllinoisEnergy.com Lisle, IL 60532 www.CustomShieldElite.com Home Improvement Agreement Customer Information Daniel Barnett 630-390-4954 Date: 02/09/2026 Dena Klein danquixote51@yahoo.com Rep: Tristan Mitchell 417 Melrose Ave. Glen Ellyn IL 60137 Total Contract Price $24,941 Deposit $0 Deposit Form of Payment Cash Balance Due Upon Completion $24,941 Balance Form of Payment Cash Additional Notes: NOT A CONTRACT: This is for submission for review by the customer and Historical Preservation Council. Once approved and deposit paid, this can be finalized and moved into production. The price includes all materials, labor, permits and tax. (Permits where applicable) YES Illinois Energy to haul away all job related debris YES Industry Leading Warranty (see warranty certificates) YES All work to be completed to customers 100% satisfaction YES Illinois Energy to furnish and install all products listed on clarification forms YES Daniel Barnett Tristan Mitchell 02/09/2026 02/09/2026 Date Date Dena Klein 02/09/2026 Date You, the Buyer(s), may cancel this transaction at any time prior to midnight on the third business day after the date of this transaction. (See notice of cancelation for further explanation of this right.) Page 61 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 8 of 13 TERMS & CONDITIONS The terms and conditions as set forth below, and on the Product Clarification forms(s) attached hereto shall apply with respect to all transactions between the Owner(s) and Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc. an Illinois corporation with corporate offices at 430 Ogden Ave. Lisle, Illinois 60532 ("Contractor"). 1. Special Order Agreement: The home improvement materials supplied pursuant to this Agreement are being custom made for Owners use. Custom made naterials may not be returned to the manufacturer. Contractor may retain and resell any excess material and any material not accepted by Owner, but is under no obligation o do so. 2. Contract Time: Commencement and completion dates, when given, shall be deemed approximate and performance is subject to delays caused by strikes, fires, acts of god, shortages, manufacturers delay in shipment, or other reasons not under control of the Contractor. 3. Alterations: Any alteration(s) or modifications) initiated by Owner or Contractor must be agreed upon in writing by the parties and the price fixed thereon before work on such alteration(s) or modification(s) shall commence. Payment for such alteration(s) or modification(s) shall be made at the time of the completion of the work. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Contractor may make minor variations in work or substitute material of equal or better quality without consent of Owner. 4. Removal of Debris: All debris resulting from Contractor's work will be removed from the area where work is performed upon completion. All surplus materials shall remain Contractor's property. Debris that is not related to the job will not be removed by Contractor. 5. Assignment: This Agreement shall not be assigned by either party without prior written consent of the other party. 6. Entire Agreement: This Agreement shall constitute the entire Agreement between the parties and any prior understanding or representation of any kind preceding the date of this Agreement shall not be binding upon either party except to the extent incorporated in this Agreement. 7. Modification of Agreement: Any modification of this Agreement or additional obligation assumed by either party in connection with this Agreement shall be binding only if evidenced in writing signed by each party or an authorized representative of each party. 8. Warranty: For warranty information see the Applicable Warranty Certificate(s). 9. Mechanic's Leins: Owner, as an inducement to Contractor to sell and deliver the items agreed upon, hereby expressly represents to Contractor that Owner has not done and will not do, either directly or indirectly, anything whatsoever which has, or will have the effect of releasing, waiving, or surrendering the Mechanic's Lien rights of Contractor to the property to be improved. No Waiver of Lien for materials shall be required of Contractor until the same shall have been fully paid for. Upon demand by Contractor, Owner shall be obligated to immediately furnish Contractor with all necessary legal descriptions and all other relevant information necessary for Contractor to perfect a Mechanic's Lien. The Owner hereby represents that he/she is the owner in fee of the premises whereon the improvements herein specified are to be made having a deed for same. This representation is made by the Owner Knowing that Contractor relies upon it in accepting this Agreement. Owner agrees to pay all Court costs, recording fees, reasonable attorney's fees, and other expenses incurred by Contractor in securing Contractor's Mechanic's Lien rights in the event of default by the Owner to pay according to the terms stated on the reverse side of this Agreement. Contractors acceptance of a note as evidence of a debt or its taking of security, shall not deprive the Contractor of its rights under the Illinois Mechanics Lien Law. Page 62 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 9 of 13 10. Default by Owner: Owner understands and acknowledges that the home improvement materials being supplied pursuant to this Agreement are custom made. Should Owner default under this Agreement by refusing delivery of materials purchased hereunder, nonpayment, or otherwise, then, in addition to all other rights and remedies provided Contractor under this Agreement and by law or equily. Contractor shall be entited to recover any contract price unpaid under this Agreement, together with any incidental damages which Contractor may sulfer Owner agrees to pay all Court costs, recording tees, reasonable attorney's fees, costs of collection and other expenses incurred by Contractor in the enforcement of is righis and remedies, Al sums not paid when due shal bear interest at the rate of 1.5% per month, or the maximum legal rate permitted by law, whichever is less. 11. Governing Law: It is agreed that this Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. 12. Validity: If for any reason any clause or provision of this Agreement is held unenforceable, invalid or in violation of the law by any court or other tribunal or competent jurisdiction, the remaining clauses and provisions hereof shall remain in full force and effect. 13. Effect of Headings: The titles of headings of the various sections hereof are intended solely for convenience of reference and are not intended and shall not be deemed to modify, explain, or place any construction upon any of the provisions of this Agreement. 14. Financing: I understand Illinois Energy is not a bank or financial institution. Any offered financial options aside from check or credit card payment upon completion, are being offered through our 3rd party banking partners. I also authorize Illinois Energy and any lenders or other finance institutions who Illinois Energy believes may have an interest in providing possible financing options and/or an extension of credit to me, to obtain and review my credit bureau and verify the information contained therein. 15. Take Before and After Photos/Videos The undersigned states that he or she is the valid owner of the property 417 Melrose Ave. Glen Ellyn IL 60137, and authorizes any representative of Illinois Energy Windows & Siding Inc. to the following: To Allow Illinois Energy Windows & Siding Inc. or its photo/video partners to take photographs/video of the subject property. These photos and videos may be used in the production of brochures, digital marketing, social media marketing, displays, sales training materials, or picture galleries. These photos and videos also may be used to show prospective clients a sampling of the work that was performed. These pictures/videos may be used in any of Illinois Energy’s overall marketing efforts as an example of work that can be performed. I understand that there is no value to be compensated in the future for such pictures and video assets. Thank you for the opportunity to use your home as an example of the work that can be performed by Illinois Energy Windows & Siding Inc. Daniel Barnett Dena Klein 02/09/2026 02/09/2026 Date Date Page 63 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 10 of 13 Home Repair and Remodeling Act HOME REPAIR: KNOW YOUR CONSUMER RIGHTS As you plan for your home repair/improvement project, it is important to ask the right questions in order to protect your investment. The tips in the fact sheet should allow you to protect yourself and minimize the possibility that a misunderstanding may occur. AVOIDING HOME REPAIR FRAUD Please use extreme caution when confronted with the following warning signs of a potential scam: (1) Door-to-door salespersons with no local connection who offer to do home repair work for substantially less than the market price. (2) Solicitations for repair work from a Company that lists only a telephone number or a post office box number to contact, particularly if it is an out-of-state company. (3) Contractors who fail to provide customer references when requested. (4) Persons offering to inspect your home for free. Do not admit anyone into your home unless he or she can present authentic identification establishing his or her business status. When in doubt, do not hesitate to call the worker's employer to verify his or her identity. (5) Contractors demanding cash payment for a job or who ask you to make a check payable to a person other than the owner or company name. (6) Offers from a contractor to drive you to the bank to withdraw funds to pay for the work. CONTRACTS (1) Get all estimates in writing. (2) Do not be induced into signing a contract by high-pressure sales tactics. (3) Never sign a contract with blank spaces or one you do not fully understand. If you are taking out a loan to finance the work, do not sign the contract before the lender approves the loan. (4) Remember, you have 3 business days (or as provided in Section 22 if you are age 65 or older) from the time you sign your contract to cancel any contract if the sale is made at your home. The contractor cannot deprive you of this right by initiating work, selling your contract to a lender, or any other tactic. (5) If the contractor does business under a name other than the contractor's real name, the business must either be incorporated or registered under the Assumed Business Name Act. Check with the Secretary of State to see if the business is incorporated or with the county clerk to see if the business has registered under the Assumed Business Name Act. (6) Homeowners should check with local and county units of government to determine if permits or inspections are required. (7) Determine whether the contractor will guarantee his or her work and products. (8) Determine whether the contractor has proper insurance. (9) Do not sign a certificate of completion or make final payment until the work is done to your satisfaction. (10) Remember, homeowners should know who provides supplies and labor for any work performed on your home. Suppliers and subcontractors have a right to file a lien against your property if the general contractor fails to pay them. To protect your property, request lien waivers from the general contractor. BASIC TERMS TO BE INCLUDED IN A CONTRACT (1) Contractor's full name, address, and telephone number. Illinois law requires that persons selling home repair and improvement services provide their customers with notice of any change to their business name or address that comes about prior to the agreed dates for beginning or completing the work. (2) A description of the work to be performed. (3) Starting and estimated completion dates. (4) Total cost of work to be performed. (5) Schedule and method of payment, including down payment, subsequent payment, and final payment. (6) A provision stating the grounds for termination of the contract by either party. However, the homeowner must pay the contractor for work completed. If the contractor fails to commence or complete work within the contract time period, the homeowner may cancel and may be entitled to a refund of any down payment or other payments made towards the work, upon written demand and by certified mail. Page 64 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 11 of 13 Homeowners should obtain a copy of the signed contract and keep it in a safe place for reference as needed. IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE BEEN DEFRAUDED OR YOU HAVE QUESTIONS. If you think you have been defrauded by a contractor or have any questions, please bring it to the attention of your State's Attorney or the Illinois Attorney General's Office. Attorney General Toll-Free Numbers: Carbondale (800) 243-0607, Springfield (800) 243-0618, Chicago (800) 386-5438. CONSUMER RIGHTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM I, the homeowner, have received from the contractor a copy of the pamphlet entitled "Home Repair: Know Your Consumer Rights." Daniel Barnett Dena Klein 02/09/2026 02/09/2026 Date Date Page 65 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 12 of 13 Pre-Renovation Lead Form This form is being used by renovation firms to document compliance with the Federal pre-renovation education and renovation, repair, and painting regulations. Occupant Confirmation Pamphlet Receipt I have received a copy of the lead hazard information pamphlet informing me of the potential risk of the lead hazard exposure from the renovation activity to be performed in my dwelling unit. I received this pamphlet before the work began. (Customer's Initials) Unit Address 417 Melrose Ave. Glen Ellyn IL 60137 Person Certifying Delivery: Tristan Mitchell 02/09/2026 Date Page 66 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  Page 13 of 13 Notice of Right to Cancel You may cancel this transaction without any penalty or You may cancel this transaction without any penalty or obligation within 3 business days from 02/09/2026. obligation within 3 business days from 02/09/2026. Homeowners age 65 or older have up to 15 business days if Homeowners age 65 or older have up to 15 business days if they signed a contract with an uninvited solicitor in the home. they signed a contract with an uninvited solicitor in the home. Upon the commencement of any work at your property, Upon the commencement of any work at your property, Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc., the contractor, will Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc., the contractor, will accrue certain lien rights in your property pursuant of the accrue certain lien rights in your property pursuant of the Illinois Mechanics Lien Act. Illinois Mechanics Lien Act. How To Cancel: How To Cancel: To cancel this transaction, mail or deliver a signed and dated To cancel this transaction, mail or deliver a signed and dated copy of this cancellation notice or any other written notice, or copy of this cancellation notice or any other written notice, or send a telegram to: send a telegram to: Illinois Energy Windows and Siding Inc. Illinois Energy Windows and Siding Inc. 430 Ogden Ave. Lisle, Il 60532 430 Ogden Ave. Lisle, Il 60532 I HEREBY CANCEL THIS CONTRACT. I HEREBY CANCEL THIS CONTRACT. BUYER'S SIGNATURE: BUYER'S SIGNATURE: _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ DATE: ___________________ DATE: ___________________ I Daniel Barnett, HAVE BEEN PROVIDED ORAL NOTICE THAT I HAVE THE RIGHT TO CANCEL THIS TRANSACTION, WITHOUT ANY PENALTY OR OBLIGATION, WITHIN 3 BUSINESS DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THE TRANSACTION SPECIFIED ON THE “NOTICE OF CANCELLATION”. Daniel Barnett Dena Klein 02/09/2026 02/09/2026 Date Date Page 67 of 68 leaptodigital.com 2.34.1  APPENDIX 2 Vinyl Window on the side of the house Front single pane picture window with non-original storm window Cross-sectional view of replacement Sample of the replacement window that shows craftmanship and to be used on this project energy efficient features. Page 68 of 68