Economic & Community Development Committee

Village of Lombard Village Hall 255 East Wilson Ave. Lombard, IL 60148 villageoflombard.org Minutes Monday, June 14, 2021 7:00 PM Village Hall Economic & Community Development Committee Anthony Puccio, Chairperson Brian LaVaque, Alternate Chairperson Dennis McNicholas, Garrick Nielsen, Matthew Pike, Paula Dillon, Laine Vant Hoff, Gregory Ladle, Alan Bennett and Patrick Kennedy Staff Liaison: William Heniff Economic & Community Minutes June 14, 2021 Development Committee 1.0 Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance The meeting was called to order by Trustee Puccio at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 2.0 Roll Call Present 9 - Anthony Puccio, Dennis McNicholas, Garrick Nielsen, Matthew Pike, Paula Dillon, Laine Vant Hoff, Gregory Ladle, Alan Bennett, and Patrick Kennedy Also present: William Heniff, AICP, Director of Community Development, Jennifer Ganser, AICP, Assistant Director of Community Development. 3.0 Public Participation None 4.0 Approval of Minutes On a motion by Ms. Dillon, and seconded by Ms. Vant Hoff, the minutes of the May 10, 2021 meeting were approved by the members present. 5.0 Unfinished Business None 6.0 New Business 210184 Downtown Improvement & Renovation Grant; 18 W. St. Charles Road (Corridor Restaurant) The Community Development Department has received an application for the Downtown Improvement and Renovation Grant Program (also known as the Façade Grant Program) for Corridor Restaurant located at 18 W. St. Charles Road. The applicant is seeking to install a new sign. Ms. Ganser reviewed the staff memo. She noted that Corridor is located in the space previously occupied by Marquette and would like a new sign. Marquette received two grants from the Village. Based on the lowest bid they are eligible for a grant of up to $2,340.70. Mr. Craig and Mr. Hayden were present as business owners. They noted they need a new sign and by occupying the space they were Village of Lombard Page 1 Economic & Community Minutes June 14, 2021 Development Committee taking over the restaurant loan from Marquette. Mr. McNicholas abstained from the vote as the property owners are his clients. On a motion by Mr. Bennett and a second by Mr. Nielsen, the ECDC approved the façade grant in the amount of $2,340.70 for Corridor Restaurant Aye: 8- Dennis McNicholas, Garrick Nielsen, Matthew Pike, Paula Dillon, Laine Vant Hoff, Gregory Ladle, Alan Bennett, and Patrick Kennedy 210185 Butterfield Road Corridor Plan - CMAP Planning Grant The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) local technical assistance grant. Mr. Heniff reviewed the staff memo. He said the Village received a prior CMAP grant for our downtown plan. Now the Village is interested in a Butterfield Road Corridor Plan along with neighboring municipalities. The plan will concentrate on transportation, pedestrian improvements, economic development, open space, and housing. Mr. McNicholas recalled past projects like the Circulator and Shops at Butterfield noting this is an important area to plan for. Ms. Dillon asked if the RTA would review the plan. Mr. Heniff said the DuPage County Transportation Department would be a member on the project. This will help get transportation agencies involved at the front end and could assist with future transportation planning. Mr. Bennett abstained from voting as he was a former board member for CMAP. On a motion by Mr. Pike and a second by Ms. Vant Hoff, the ECDC recommended to the Village Board to authorize the signature of the Village Manager on the Project Charter. Aye: 8- Dennis McNicholas, Garrick Nielsen, Matthew Pike, Paula Dillon, Laine Vant Hoff, Gregory Ladle, Alan Bennett, and Patrick Kennedy 210186 Economic Incentive Signs Potential signage to advertise approved downtown grants. Ms. Ganser reviewed the staff memo. She discussed the previous grant signs the Village had and the current signs in Berwyn. These signs would be paid for from TIF funds and placed in windows of businesses who received a TIF grant. Mr. Nielsen said the proposed sign should have an identifiable logo. Ms. Ganser noted the background lilacs are from the Village’s downtown plan. Mr. Heniff said the signs in Berwyn are on Roosevelt Road and meant for car traffic, Village of Lombard Page 2 Economic & Community Minutes June 14, 2021 Development Committee whereas our signs will be for pedestrian traffic. Ms. Vant Hoff said she agreed with Mr. Nielsen. Mr. McNicholas mentioned that the Village’s electronic message board sign could be used. 7.0 Other Business None 8.0 Information Only Downtown Story Map Mr. Heniff introduced Mr. Dan Price, GIS Technician. Mr. Price showed the new story map and noted it meant to show everything occurring in downtown Lombard. He said a similar map was done for historic properties and there is a Village-wide story map of developments as well. He said the map was linked on social media and received good comments. Ms. Dillon said this was an excellent idea. Mr. Bennet asked Ms. Ganser to email the link to the ECDC members. Phase 5 Update Ms. Ganser noted that Illinois is now in Phase 5. She discussed outdoor tents and seating, outdoor cafes, and temporary signs. Mr. Pike asked when the commuter lots would start charging for parking and Mr. Heniff said July 1st. Humane Animal Care Trustee Puccio thanked the ECDC for their hard work on animal care. He said the Board passed a resolution to support the County and State. HB1711 was passed by the House and Senate and is on the Governor’s desk. Trustee Puccio said he filed a witness slip on behalf of the Village. Team Report/Project Updates Mr. Heniff noted that Mr. Z’s was demolished, and the new library building could start this summer. Lilac Station construction will start soon. Ms. Ganser introduced Melissa Infusino, the new Executive Director of the Chamber. Mr. Bennett asked for an update to the last meeting’s discussion on the St. Charles Road properties and the grants. Mr. Heniff said staff met with the owners and discussed grants and zoning. Mr. Nielsen asked for an update on the Hoffmann Group and Mr. Heniff said they purchased the property and are starting demolition. Village of Lombard Page 3 Economic & Community Minutes June 14, 2021 Development Committee 9.0 Adjournment On a motion by Mr. Pike and a second by Ms. Dillon, the meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m. Village of Lombard Page 4