Village Board Meeting

BOARD OF TRUSTEES VILLAGE BOARD MEETING Tuesday, January 10,2023 at 8:00 PM Village Hail Board Room 118 W. Cook Avenue Libertyvilie, I L 60048 Mayor Johnson called to order a meeting of the Board of Trustees at 8:00 p.m. Those present were: Mayor Donna Johnson, Trustees Scott Adams, Peter Garrity, Matthew Mickey, Matthew Krummick, Dan Love (remotely), and James Connell. Mayor Johnson stated that she received a request from Trustee Dan Love to attend the meeting remotely, due to illness. She asked for a motion from the Board to approve Trustee Love's remote attendance. A motion was made by Village Trustee Adams to approve remote attendance for Trustee Love, Seconded by Village Trustee Garrity. Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Mickey, Village Trustee Krummick, Village Trustee Connell items Not on the Agenda | Presentation of items not on the Agenda will be limited to three (3) minutes Mayor Johnson read a proclamation into the record recognizing Ken Glick for his years of service on the Bicycle Commission. Mayor Johnson asked If there was any public comment. Cheryl Suydam of 1136 Shah Ln. spoke representing the Suydam Limited Partnership. She noted that in December they attended a Board meeting and requested follow-up information from the Board in January. She also expressed that they had hoped there would be a Committee of the Whole scheduled regarding their request. She asked for an update on what has occurred since the last Board meeting and also when a Committee of the Whole can occur to discuss a planned unit development on their site. Mayor Johnson responded that staff has been working to develop information on density options. They will then schedule a Committee of the Whole meeting and Village staff will follow-up with her. 3. Omnibus Vote Agenda Mayor Johnson introduced the Omnibus Vote Agenda and asked if there were any items to be removed for separate discussion. Trustee Hickey noted that a spelling correction needs to be made to the minutes to the Suydam family name. A. Summary of Omnibus Vote Agenda items B. Approval of Minutes of the December 13, 2022 Village Board Meeting Board of Trustees Village Board Meeting Minutes January 10, 2023 C. Bills for Approval D. RESOLUTION NO. 23-R-01: A Resolution to Approve a Raffle License - MainStreet Libertyville E. ORDINANCE NO. 23-0-01: An Ordinance to Reduce the Number of Class G-1 Liquor Licenses F. RESOLUTION NO. 23-R-02: A Resolution to Approve a Contract Renewal and Change Order No. 1 with Clarke Aquatic Services, Inc. for the Annual Lake & Pond Management Program G. RESOLUTION NO. 23-R-03: A Resolution to Adopt a Revised MABAS Master intergovernmental Agreement H. ARC Report A motion was made by Village Trustee Adams to approve the omnibus vote agenda, Seconded by Village Trustee Garrity. Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Mickey, Village Trustee Krummick, Village Trustee Love, Village Trustee Conneli. The item was approved by a 6-0 vote. REGULAR AGENDA 4. REPORT OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS (ZBA 22-31), Variation of Front Yard Setback and Comer Side Yard Setback, Matthew Moodhe, Applicant" 752 Thomas Court Mayor Johnson reported that at the meeting of December 12, 2022, the Zoning Board of Appeals heard a request from the owner of 752 Thomas Court for front and corner side yard setback variations to construct a house addition. The Zoning Code requires a 40-foot setback, but the subdivision was platted with a 60-foot setback. The requests were to reduce the front yard setback from 60 feet to approximately 55 feet and reduce the corner side yard setback from 60 feet to approximately 48 feet. Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals concurred with the requests. Motions to recommend Village Board of Trustees approval passed with votes of 6 " 0. Accordingly, the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals was for approval of the requests. Mayor Johnson asked if there were any public comments, and there were none. A motion for approval of the Report of the Zoning Board of Appeals was made by Village Trustee Adams, Seconded by Village Trustee Garrity. Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Mickey, Village Trustee Krummick, Village Trustee Love, Village Trustee Connell. The item was approved by a 6-0 vote. 5. REPORT OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS (ZBA 22-30), Variation of Comer Side Yard Setback, Maciej Chudecki, Applicant - 204 First Street Mayor Johnson stated that the property owner of 204 First Street requested approval of two corner side yard setback variations to a!low construction of a house addition and a detached garage. The requests would reduce the setback for the house addition from 30 feet to approximately 18 feet and from 30 feet to approximately 23 feet for the detached garage. VILLAGE OF LIBERTYVILLE Board of Trustees Village Board IVIeeting Minutes January 10, 2023 Members of the Zoning Board of Appeals concurred with the requests. Motions to recommend Village Board of Trustees approval of the requests passed with votes of 6 - 0. Mayor Johnson asked if there were any public comments, and there were none. A motion was made to approve the Report of the Zoning Board of Appeals by Village Trustee Mickey, Seconded by Village Trustee Krummick. Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams. Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Mickey, Village Trustee Krummick, Village Trustee Love, Village Trustee Conneil. The item was approved by a 6-0 vote. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 23-R-4: A Resolution to Approve a Request for Special Events - MainStreet Libertyville Mayor Johnson stated that MainStreet Libertyville Inc. (MSL) has requested Village Board approval for their Calendar Year 2023 annual events. The MSL Libertyville events are well attended and bring residents and visitors to our downtown to shop, dine and stay, consistent with the goal to promote Libertyville. Staff recommended approval of the resolution approving the MainStreet Libertyville 2023 Special Events with the following exceptions: 1. Farmer's Market should be re-located to its original location on Church Street (Cook Park garbage would not be monitored weekly related to the event as requested) 2. in the event temporary banners for MainStreet events are requested in the same week only one of two spots may be reserved for a MSL event. If there is a vacancy in the other spot, two weeks prior it can be utilized by MainStreet allowing them two spots for the week. Mayor Johnson asked if there were any public comments. Mark Anderson of 1132 Kristin Dr. who is also the President of MainStreet believes the recommended changes will affect their fundraising and will impact at least 15 vendors at the Farmer's Market as it will cause an issue for space. The market brings in 20,000 people to Libertyville. He believes the draw is because it is a social event in CooK Park. Utilizing Church Street instead would create an alley type event. He hopes that the Board will continue to allow the event in Cook Park. Al Scott of 1119 Tamarack manages the Farmer's Market. He noted that it is a wonder setting in Cook Park. He believes that approximately 40% of patrons are from out of town. He thanked the Police Department for their support in 2022. He stated that Cook Park provides shade for the flower vendors. If it were to be moved to Church Street, it would be very tight. He also noted that the pavement would be a lot hotter for the customers and animals. He stated that they try to do their best to protect the grass in the park. They could took at expanding the mats they use. He believes they may lose vendors if they move to Church Street because they won't have the space. Beth Gallery of 310 East Church Street, #201 who is a member of the MainStreet board stated that she is very passionate about the downtown destination. She asked the Board to keep the Farmer's Market in Cook Park. She believes moving it to Church Street will impact the event economically and impact Its destination feeling for visitors. Jennifer Johnson of 1033 Garfield and Executive Director of MainStreet noted that the Farmer's market is the crown jewel of farmer's markets. She reported that downtown businesses open early as part of it. MainStreet requests that it remains in Cook Park. VILLAGE OF UBERTYVILLE Board of Trustees Village Board Meeting [Vlinutes January 10, 2023 Mayor Johnson asked Executive Director Johnson if the MainStreet Board would be open to further discussing the issue related to the grass and how to mitigate damage to the landscaping. Jennifer stated that the Board would be open to have the discussion. She believes they can engage in dialogue to come up with solutions. MainStreet is a partner with the Village. Trustee Adams reported that he has talked with Mark Anderson. They are looking at possible options to remediate the concerns. They are not the only organization that uses Cook Park. They may be able to promote landscape companies during the event and in return reduce the cost of some of the remediation. Trustee Adams provided a history of the Farmer's Market in Libertyville. He stated that downtown Libertyviile today is not what it used to be. He was the Chairman of the Heritage Area Property Owners' Association and their goal was to run events and maintain holiday decorations in the downtown. The Village would provide matching funds. The organization was always looking for ways to build on events. He had heard about the Skokie farmer's market, and he got the list of farmers and started developing a list to hold a farmer's market in Libertyville. Everyone told him make sure to maintain it as a farmer's market only. It was started on Milwaukee Avenue and Church Street. The first year was in 1980 and there were 12 farmers. He did note that in the past some issues have been raised related to damage to the grass. The businesses have seen a !arge increase because of the farmer's market. He does not believe changing the location is the right thing to do. He supports the current location. He noted that we wili continue to look at opportunities to mitigate the grass concerns. He believes there are alternative solutions, and it should remain in Cook Park. Trustee Garrity stated that by using Cook Park it has allowed MainStreet to expand the number of vendors. He feels it gives the downtown a great buzz. He is not in favor of moving the location. He believes it is a partnership and we can work together and look forward. Trustee Mickey thanked Trustee Adams for the history that he provided. He believes MainStreet is an irreplaceable partner with the Village. It is a public/private partnership. He agrees that it should remain in Cook Park. Trustee Krummick stated that everyone has a connection to the community. The wear and tear on the park should be discussed and considered. It does generate traffic in the park. He supports the relationship and the partnership. Mayor Johnson clarified that she has spoken with MainStreet regarding these concerns in the past. Since MainStreet submitted their request, she believed it would be an opportunity to discuss further. Trustee Love commented that he loves the farmer's market. He does not support moving the location. He also noted that it would impact the set up for Dog Days. Trustee Conneli stated that organizations like MainStreet are all taking a hit on volunteerism. He does not want to see the location moved. He is happy that people are using the park. He feels it should be a partnership and that asking MainSfreet to come up with a solution is like putting a tax on them. He thanked MainStreet for all that they do. Mayor Johnson asked Deputy Administrator Engeimann to darify the second condition which would require that in the event temporary banners for MainStreet events are requested In the same week only one of two spots may be reserved for a MSL event. If there is a vacancy in the other spot, two weeks prior it can be utilized by MainStreet allowing them two spots for the week. She noted that VILLAGE OF LIBERTYVILLE Board of Trustees Village Board Meeting Minutes January 10, 2023 there was an instance in 2022 in which MainStreet had two banners displayed and the Village had an event they wanted to display a banner for but were unabie to do so until very close to the event because the space was not available. Jennifer Johnson responded that to her knowledge the banner conflict has only happened once. Administrator Amidei clarified the banner concern and noted that she had spoken with Ms. Johnson prior to the meeting regarding the condition. A motion was made by Village Trustee Adams to approve the Resolution approving MainStreet's special events 2023 calendar, Seconded by Village Trustee Garrity. !f was noted that further dialogue in the future would occur regarding the staff recommended exceptions. Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Mickey, Village Trustee Krummick, Viiiage Trustee Love, Village Trustee Connell. The item was approved by a 6-0 vote. 7, Consideration of a Resolution initiating the Submission of an Advisory Question of Public Policy Regarding the Sale of Adult Use Recreational Cannabis Mayor Johnson stated that the Illinois Election Code allows for the submission of questions or propositions to voters on a ballot. The Code refers to such questions as "questions of public policy", but they are commonly referred to as "referenda". Questions of public policy may be initiated in one of two ways: by an ordinance or resolution adopted by a local government, or by a petition properiy submitted by a requisite number of voters. There are two types of questions of public policy: binding questions and advisory questions. The outcome of a binding referendum triggers a iegal effect or consequence. In contrast, advisory questions of public policy are merely advisory and are asked to obtain feedback from voters on a particular issue. Section 28-6 of the Illinois Election Code, which authorizes the initiation of advisory public questions, makes clear that such questions "shall be advisory public questions and no legal effects shall result from the adoption or rejection of such proposition." The proposed resolution would initiate the process for an advisory referendum proposed for the April 4, 2023, bailot which would be an advisory question only. The Village Board would not be legally bound by or have to take any action regarding the results of that question. The proposed question for the advisory referendum would state the following: "Shall the Village of LibertyvHle allow the retail sale of adult use recreational cannabis products at dispensary businesses licensed by the State of lilinois, subject to statutorily permissible restrictions?" in order for a referendum question to be placed on the April 4, 2023 election ballot It must be approved by the governing body by ordinance or resolution and filed with the County Clerk by January 17, 2023. Therefore, the resolution would need to be approved at the January 10, 2023 meeting. Mayor Johnson asked if there were any public comments. Rev. Matthew Smith-Laubenstein of Grace Lutheran Church and 342 Woodland Rd. asked the Board of Trustees a series of questions. Has the Board been speaking with a dispensary or potential owner. He asked if someone owns land in Libertyville who plans to develop it for that purpose. Do they have a license? Do they already own a spot? If they don't does someone who owns it want a dispensary. VILLAGE OF LIBERTYVILLE Board of Trustees Village Board Meeting Minutes January 10, 2023 Where is the location? Adler school is around the corner from where this could potentially occur. He noted that there are neighborhoods that back up to other potential locations. He cares about the health of the community. He asked that the issue be put to rest and that the Board not approve a resolution for a referendum. Bilf Vanni of 1133 Claridge stated that he was previously a Village Trustee. Several years ago, he attended a forum on vaping at the high school. They discussed vaping with a marijuana compliment. He expressed concerns regarding safety. He urged the Board not to proceed with a referendum. Stephen Di!l of 1676 Cedar G!en Dr. asked if we need the revenue. He stated that budget cuts may be necessary or an increase in taxes. He feels this Is a qualify-of-life issue. He showed the Board a book he read called Te!t your Children the Truth about Marijuana, Menta! Health, and Violence. He encouraged them to read the book to better understand the retail sale of marijuana. He believes it does nothing for the Village to do this. He asked if they had considered what has happened in Colorado Springs, CO. He aiso noted prior testimony from a pediatridan regarding the impact on young people's brains at a public meeting. Matt Flynn of 219 Second St. has previously served as a Trustee in his hometown. He understands that a non-binding referendum means the Board could still do what they want. He suggested that a position paper could be developed to communicate to the public on the matter. He also suggested polling the chamber of commerce. He asked how will this solve budget issues? If this is so great, 3- 5 years down the road will this still generate the same revenue. Is the revenue sustainable? He further asked if you allow one, how do you stop a second one. What would protect the community from them not going outside of the C"1 district? Jessica Schuler of 1235 W. Golf Rd. asked how a referendum would allow for the community to hear everyone's stories regarding this topic. She was born and raised in Columbia. The culture changed there because of drugs, and it brought in bad money. She would not want to send her children to schools in communities with dispensaries. She asked how a referendum would serve the community. Father Trout, Pastor of St. Joseph's Catholic Church noted that there is a lot of shame around children dying of overdoses. He believes the Village should limit access to something that can bring destruction into the community. Trustee Adams stated that the Village held a meeting in 2019 at the Civic Center regarding cannabls. The result of that meeting was that the Village did not need to go to a referendum. He has received numerous calls in the last few weeks regarding this topic. Only one person said they want to have it in Libertyville. He acknowledged that it is a potential revenue generator, but he does not know if it will be going forward. Mundeiein has typically generated around $500,000 in revenues. Medical dispensaries are currently allowed in Libertyville, but they must be in an industrial park. The state is releasing 189 new licenses. He has heard that Winthrop Harbor may open one. He asked if the Village really would receive that much in revenue. He also is concerned because the proposed resolution does not identify a location for the dispensary. The biggest problem he is aware of that the Mundelein dispensary has had is parking. He asked where a dispensary would go in Libertyvilie. He stated that it would not go in C-1, the 176 or the 137 corridors. He noted that it would have to go in an industrial park if it were to be considered. He does not support a referendum. He believes the Village would be better off having a town hall meeting. Trustee Garrity stated that last month there was a Committee of the Whole meeting on this topic. He noted that the board usually has open dialogue. He feels the meeting ended up being a mini version of a town hal!. The Board had no chance to discuss or ask questions of Village staff. He noted that they must decide to get ft on the April 4th ballot. He is uncomfortable putting out a referendum with VILLAGE OF LIBERTYVILLE Board of Trustees Village Board Meeting Minutes January 10, 2023 many questions still unanswered. He stated that the only reason the Village would aliow a dispensary is for revenue otherwise they would not be discussing it as an option. He noted that the Village is just beginning the budget process for next fiscal year. The Village is in good shape right now however revenue is a constant issue. Numerous residents have said to him they do not want a dispensary. He feels the Village is rushing to get a referendum on the ballot. He would like more specificity. He does not see a need for a town hall meeting. He is not ready to consider marijuana. He noted that Trustee Krummick previously said this issue is contentious and divisive and that the Village should not be focusing on it now. He agrees with his comments. Trustee Hickey thanked the Board and the public. He stated that he will be voting no on the motion. Trustee Krummick stated that this has been discussed a few times. When he was on the Plan Commission the state required the Village to find a location for medical marijuana. The Village did not have a choice, but people spoke out against it. In 2019 a Plan Commission hearing occurred on the matter. He has tried to look at it through various lenses. He keeps hearing about tax revenue but no other positives. He does not see the benefit. He will be voting no. Trustee Love thanked everyone from the public for coming to the meeting. He understands that there could be financial benefits. He asked his friends over the last few years why they chose Libertyville. They say it is a safe, wholesome community. They are living in a little Americana. He doesn't want to destroy that feeling. He believes it would have a far greater negative impact than any benefit. He does not support a dispensary or referendum. He would prefer the Village spends time on updating the zoning code. Trustee Connell stated that in the beginning he was interested in the revenue that a dispensary could bring to the community, so he researched it. He has talked to a lot of people over the last 1 2 months regarding this issue. He feels he has his ear to the ground in the community. He noted that 12 phone calls alone came to him last night regarding this issue. He has had very productive conversations about the issue with many members of the community. He spoke to the Village's Finance Director to learn more about potential revenues. The Finance Director informed him that the Village receives a portion of marijuana sales tax dollars from the State of Illinois that are redistributed to all municipalities. He noted that from March 2020 to 2022 the Village has received $73,615 in revenue related to marijuana sales. Trustee Conneli stated that he has asked himself what this issue will do to the fabric of the community. He believes it is already tearing up the fabric. If a referendum occurs, he believes a campaign against it will most likely occur and that it will bring divisiveness to the community. He would like to avoid that. Based on his research he found that 40% of sales in illinois come from out of state. He believes that one could argue that the Village is too late to consider a dispensary. He does not believe the business case for a dispensary is attractive. He does not think the Village would receive the same revenues that Mundelein has. He noted that more dispensaries are coming into the State that will compete with one another. He believes that as a Board they need to go through an exercise to discuss and debate this issue and that a referendum would Just beg more questions. Trustee Krummick commented that there are times when decisions can be made by committee, but the Board needs to make this decision as a Board. A motion was made by Village Trustee Krummick, Seconded by Village Trustee Connell to approve a resolution initiating the submission of an advisory question of public policy regarding the sale of aduft use recreational cannabis. Voting Nay: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Mickey, Viilage Trustee Krummick, Village Trustee Love, Village Trustee Connell. The motion failed by a 0-6 vote. VILLAGE OF LIBERTYVILLE Board of Trustees Village Board Meeting Minutes January 10, 2023 8. RESOLUTION NO. 23-R-05: A Resolution to Accept the Joint Purchasing Proposal from Bear Construction for the Civic Center Elevator Modernization Project Mayor Johnson stated that the Fiscal Year 2022/23 Annua! Budget provides $109,000 for the elevator modernization project at the Civic Center. The project was identified in the Reserve Studies conducted for all Village owned buildings in 2018. The Civic Center elevator was built in the early 1980's and serves as the main point of access for both floors of the Civic Center. The elevator is a critical asset to the building. The cylinder, shaft, hydraulic pumps and other major components for the elevator are all past their useful service !ife. Staff contacted Bear Construction to submit a proposal to complete the proposed elevator modernization work. Bear Construction has a joint purchasing contract with the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NCPA). The NCPA is a leading national government purchasing cooperative, in which the Village is a registered member. Bear Construction submitted a proposal in the amount of $108,977.50 and sufficient budgeted funds are available to complete the proposed work. Staff recommended approval of the Resolution to accept the proposal from Bear Construction through the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance to complete the Civic Center Elevator Modernization Project in the not-to-exceed amount of $108,977.50 and authorize execution of the proposa! by the Village Administrator. Mayor Johnson asked Director Kendzior about the service that they are able to provide and if they are capable and are we comfortable with them performing the work. Director Kendzior confirmed they are. Mayor Johnson asked if there were any public comments and there were none. Trustee Adams stated that he believed this was a good addition to the Civic Center. Trustee Garrity asked Director Kendzior if we looked at refurb options vs. replacement. Paul responded that the elevator is 45 years old. A complete replacement is appropriate. A motion was made to approve a Resolution to accept the proposal from Bear Construction by Village Trustee Adams, Seconded by Village Trustee Hickey. Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Hickey, Village Trustee Krummick, Village Trustee Love, Village Trustee Conneil. The item was approved by a 6-0 vote. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 23-R-06: A Resolution Approving a Settlement Agreement and General Release between Andrea DiGiacinto- Daniels and the Village of Libertyville Mayor Johnson stated that Andrea DiGiacinto-Danieis is a Patrol Officer that has not been on active duty with the Police Department since 2020. She was awarded a duty disability pension by the Police Pension Board on June 10, 2021. Upon award of the duty disability pension, she applied for health insurance benefits under the Public Safety Employee Benefits Act (PSEBA). On November 4, 2020, her PSEBA application was denied due to it being incomplete. Under the Village's PSEBA application process employees are given a period to cure defects in their application and re-submit their request. On June 15, 2021, the Village subsequently denied her PSEBA application again, due to incompleteness, which resulted in the Village's inability to verify eligibility for insurance benefits. On January 18, 2022, a complaint was filed against the Village by Andrea DiGiacinto-Daniels seeking health benefits under PSEBA. Andrea DiGiacinto- Daniels disability was duty related and therefore VILLAGE OF LIBERTYVILLE Board of Trustees Village Board IVIeeting Minutes January 10, 2023 does constitute a right under PSEBA to apply for health insurance benefits. The Village's labor attorney has worked with opposing counsel to settle the matter. The Board of Trustees must assent to accepting the agreement on behalf of the Village. Staff recommended approval of the Resolution authorizing the Village Administrator to countersign a settlement agreement pertaining to Andrea DiGiacinto-Daniels on behalf of the Village of Libertyvilfe. Mayor Johnson asked if there were any public comments and there were none. A motion was made to approve a Resolution approving a settlement agreement and general release between by Village Trustee Mickey, Seconded by Village Trustee Krummick. Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Mickey, Village Trustee KrummEck, Village Trustee Love, Village Trustee Connell. The item was approved by a 6-0 vote. 10. RESOLUTION NO. 23-R-07: A Resolution Approving a Master Agreement and Supplemental Statement of Work with Municipal GIS Partners, Inc. Mayor Johnson In March of 2019 the Village entered into a three-year membership agreement with the Geographic Information Systems Consortium (G!SC). The GISC board annually determines the rate increase for MGP, the consortium's service provider. For 2023 the rate increase is 3.8%. Each calendar year a Statement of Work setting forth the annual service rates and projected utiiization for MGP staff in performing the GIS support services under the agreement is reviewed and approved. At the Apri! 26, 2022, Village Board meeting the Village Board approved Resolution 22-R-56 approving a supplemental statement of work establishing rates and projected utilization for MGP staff in performing GIS support services, fn addition, the initial term of the master agreement was extended until December 31, 2022, to algin the master agreement and statement of work on a calendar year. The agreement renews the master agreement and sets forth the service rates and projected utilization for MGP staff in a statement of work for the period of January 1 , 2023- December 31, 2023. Staff recommends approval of the Resolution authorizing the Village Administrator to execute the Master Agreement and supplemental Statement of Work for the 2023 calendar year for a not-to- exceed amount of $133,515.00. Mayor Johnson asked if there were any public comments and there were none. A motion was made to approve a Resolution approving a master agreement and supplemental statement of work with Municipal G!S Partners by Village Trustee Adams, Seconded by Village Trustee Garrity. Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Hickey, Village Trustee Krummick, Village Trustee Love, Village Trustee Connell. The item was approved by a 6-0 vote. 11. Mayor's Update A. Petitions and Communications Mayor Johnson announced the following: t • The Libertyville Arts Commission will meet virtually at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 17, 2022. VILLAGE OF LIBERTYVILLE Board of Trustees Village Board Meeting Minutes January 10, 2023 • The ARC/HPC will meet virtually at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, January 17, 2022. • The Finance Committee will meet virtuaily at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. • The Fire and Police Committee will meet virtually at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18,2022. • The Economic Development Commission will meet virtually at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 19,2022. • The Sustain Libertyville Commission will meet virtually at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 19, 2022. • The Human Relations Commission will meet virtually at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 19, 2022. • The Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will meet virtually at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. January 24, 2022. • The Public Works Committee will NOT meet at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 25, 2022. • The Village Board of Trustees will meet virtualiy at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday. January 25.2022. 12. Village Administrator Update Administrator Amidei reported that the Paul Neal playground is under construction, following inclement weather and that the pickleball courts are complete, except for the striping, which will occur in spring. She also noted that the Police Department iobby is under construction for one week and that staff members are temporality working in Community Development. Board Comments Trustee Adams wished everyone a happy new year, he thanked staff, he noted that it was a good productive meeting. Trustee Garrity noted the bond rating increase. He expressed compliments to staff. He also noted that the Bike Commission is working on a comprehensive bike plan and are asking the public to provide their comments and input. Trustee Hickey reminded the public to share the road when cycling. Trustee Krummick thanked Administrator Amidei for following up with him regarding a comment he made a few meetings ago regarding the softball fields. Trustee Love wished the Poiice Department a happy Law Enforcement Day. Trustee Connell thanked the Police and Fire Departments for their professionalism when his family recently needed to use their services. Mayor Johnson thanked staff and the Board and wished them a Happy New Year. 13. Executive Session Trustee Garrity moved to enter executive session per [5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) and (c) (21)] at 10:21 p.m. and Trustee Adams seconded. The motion carried on a roll call vote as follows: Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Mickey, Village Trustee Krummick, Village Trustee Love, Village Trustee Connell. The motion was approved by a 6-0 vote. VILLAGE OF LIBERTYVILLE Board of Trustees Village Board Meeting Minutes January 10, 2023 Trustee Garrity moved to leave executive session and return to the regular board meeting at 10:56 p.m., Trustee Adams seconded, and the motion was approved by a roll call vote. Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Hickey, Village Trustee Krummick, Village Trustee Love, Village Trustee Conneli. The motion was approved by a 6-0 vote. With no further business to come before Village Board, Trustee Krummick moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:57 p.m., and Trustee Adams seconded. The motion carried on roll call vote as follows: Voting Yea: Village Trustee Adams, Village Trustee Garrity, Village Trustee Hickey, Village Trustee Krummick, Village Trustee Love, Village Trustee Connel!. The motion was approved by a 6-0 vote. Respectfully submitted, Kelly Am^K Deputy Village Clerk VILLAGE OF LIBERTYVILLE