2005-002 1/19/2005
ORDINANCE NO. 2005 - 2
THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE WOODLAND COMMONS SHOPPING CENTER
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE
Jewish Community Centers of Chicago (JCC)
370,372 and 380 Half Day Road (IL Route 22)
WHEREAS, the Village of Buffalo Grove is a Home Rule Unit by virtue of the Illinois
Constitution of 1970; and,
WHEREAS,the Jewish Community Centers of Chicago hereinafter referred to as the"JCC,"
leases 21,173 square feet of space known as 370, 372 and 380 Half Day Road in the Woodland
Commons shopping center (hereinafter referred to as the "Property") described in F"=IT A
attached hereto, which exhibit is made a part hereof, and which real estate is within the corporate
limits of the Village; and,
WHEREAS, the Property is zoned in the B-3 Ply, --,ed Business Center District by Village
Ordinance No. 88-109, and said Ordinance was amended by Village Ordinance No. 99-18 on
February 16, 1999 allowing the JCC to lease the 21,173 square foot space on the Property in the area
formerly occupied by a hardware store, including the preschool operated by the JCC in an area of
11,723 square feet(370 Half Day Road), and further amended by Village Ordinance No. 99-83 on
October 4, 1999 to allow the JCC to sub-lease an area of 6,815 square feet (372 Half Day Road)to a
retail tenant; and,
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WHEREAS, the JCC has advised the Village that the space at 372 Half Day Road is
vacant and is difficult to lease for retail use; and,
WHEREAS,the JCC proposes to use said space at 372 Half Day Road(6,700 square feet)
for expansion of the current child care and preschool activities conducted in the existing facility at
370 Half Day Road pursuant to the Program Description attached hereto as Exhibit B and the Floor
Plans dated December 30,2004 attached hereto as Exhibit C and Exhibit C-1.
WHEREAS,the President and Village Board of Trustees after due and careful consideration
have concluded that the proposed expansion of the child care and preschool facility is a reasonable
use of the JCC space and will serve the best interests of the Village and the residents who utilize the
facility.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK AND LAKE COUNTIES,
ILLINOIS:
Section 1. This Ordinance is made pursuant to and in accordance with the Village's Zoning
Ordinance,Development Ordinance,and the Village's Home Rule powers. Tle preceding whereas
clauses are hereby made a part of this Ordinance.
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Section 2. The Corporate Authorities hereby amend Section 2 of Village Ordinance No.99-
83 (which previously amended Section 2.F. of Village Ordinance No. 99-18)to read as follows:
The space of 6,700 square feet at 372 Half Day Road may be used for child care and
related recreational activity as described in Exhibit B and depicted on Exhibit C and Exhibit C-1
attached hereto,subject to compliance with all Village codes.Any future re-use of said space or re-
use of any portion of the 21,173 square foot space leased by the JCC,including the space of 2,436
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square feet at 380 Half Day Road is subject to approval by the Corporate Authorities in their sole
discretion.The JCC shall take action as directed by the Village to resolve any traffic management or
parking problems that are created by the expanded child care and preschool facility.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect on and after its passage and
approval. This Ordinance shall not be codified.
AYES: 5 - Braiman, Glover, Berman, Kahn, Tril Ling
NAPES: 0 - None ABSENT: 0 - None
PASSED: Januarl 24, 2005 APPROVED: January 24, 2005
APPROVED:
ELLIOTT HARTSTEIN
Village President
ATTEST:
age Clerk
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EDIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
THIRD AMENDMENT TO WOODLAND COMMONS SHOPPING CENTER P.U.D.
Jewish Community Centers of Chicago (JCC)
370,372 and 380 Half Day Road (IL Route 22)
Lot 3 of Woodland Commons Shopping Center and Commerce Center,being a subdivision ofpart of
the south half of the southeast quarter of Section 17,and the north half of the northeast quarter of the
northeast quarter of Section 20 and the west half of the northwest quarter of Section 21, all in
Township 43 North, Range 11 East of the Third Principal Meridian,in Lake County, Illinois.
EXHIBIT B - Program Description
JCC at Woodland Commons
A Vision for the Future in Buffalo Grove
The Jewish community in the far north and northwest suburbs of Lake County is
growing at record rates,representing perhaps the largest pocket of community
growth in recent decades. Jewish families who settle in this area strongly desire
opportunities for Jewish association and affiliation, Jewish education and Jewish
culture—for their children and themselves.
To begin its service response to the needs of this community, Jewish Community
Centers of Chicago (JCC) acquired a long-term, renewable lease at the Woodland
Commons shopping area in far northern Buffalo Grove, introducing its life-
enriching programs for children and their families in a space of approximately
12,000 square feet. An additional space of nearly 6,700 square feet remains
available for additional program development at this site.
The additional 6,700 square feet of space available at Woodland Commons can be
developed to accommodate three additional classrooms and an indoor children's
gym and multipurpose area. Development of this space will allow JCC to offer
additional and much needed full day child care services as well as community
events, lectures and adult educational programs, activities for children and teens,
after-school enrichment and athletic programs, and social and Jewish holiday
activities throughout the year.
Background: JCC Service to the Jewish Community
in Buffalo Grove
• Young Jewish families have been lured to Buffalo Grove over the past two
decades by affordable housing options and first-rate school systems. There are
now more than 55,000 Jewish persons in the northwest suburbs.
• From 1984 to 2004, Buffalo Grove community members participated in a broad
range of social, cultural, spiritual,educational and recreational-activities at the
Northwest Suburban Jewish Community Center at the Jacob Du;nan Community
Building in southern Buffalo Grove.
• The Jacob Duman Community Building became known as"the central address"
for the Jewish community in Buffalo Grove as constituents came to participate in
the multitude of programs and services offered at the site.
0 Over the past decade, the Jewish community in the northwest suburbs has grown
by over 65 percent. The primary growth has been north and west of the former
Jacob Duman Community Building.
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• Adult education/current event classes
• Family and holiday programming
Current Program Description
Woodland Commons JCC .
Early Childhood Services
370-72 Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove, Il 60089
JCC Early Childhood Services, 370-72 Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove, operates a full-
day child care program and a preschool program for children ages six week through five
years. The facility operates year-round. During the months of June,July and part of
August, children aged two and three attend a summer enrichment program. In September,
the preschool provides services to children ages two through five. The current preschool
enrollment is 134. The current full-day child care enrollment is 56 and runs form July to
June. Enrichment classes for three through five year-olds are also provided for 117
children. Currently, a kindergarten enrichment program serves 18 children, while
children's sports programs serve 40 children from 3 years-old through 2"d grade.
The following sections describe the hours of operation, class schedules, programs,
staffing and procedures. These may be modified as deemed appropriate by the JCC or
based on community requirements.
Hours of Operation
The JCC Early Childhood Services is open from 7:00 AM until 6:00 PM. The actual
classroom hours can be found under the Classroom Schedule section.
The school will be closed on the following days:
Jewish holidays
Thanksgiving
Christmas Day
New Year's Day
Staff training and City-Wide Conferences usually scheduled during the 3rd week in
August.
Drop Off and Pick Up
The JCC Early Childhood Services will use the entrance at 370 Half Day Road as the
entrance to and exit from the school portion of the building. Parents park their cars in the
lot nearest this entrance and bring their child/children to the appropriate classroom(s).
The same procedure is used for pick-up. Since class times vary, children enrolled in the
school do not arrive or depart at the same time.
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Additional Programs
Three and four year-old preschool children have the option of staying for Lunch Bunch
from 11:45 AM until 12:30 PM. Children eat dairy lunch brought from home. .Staff
members supervise the classroom. After children finish eating, they have the opportunity
to engage in active learning, listen to a story, or play a game. At 12:30 PM several
options are available for the children. Parents can either pick up children from morning
extend their child's day with various enrichment classes.
Enrichment Classes
Enrichment classes are offered to three and four year-olds in order to enhance and extend
their day. Most of these classes are one hour in length. Enrichment classes are offered in
the afternoon to accommodate the schedule of children who attend preschool in the
morning. Enrichment classes include subjects such as science, math, art, literacy and
movement. Staff members teach the classes.
Kindergarten Enrichment
Kindergarten enrichment is held in the afternoon for children who attend kindergar'Len in
the morning and would like to extend their learning. Most of the classes are one hour in
length and include many of the subjects listed above.
Adult/Child CIasses
The Tot Shabbat adult/child class is held on Friday Mornings from 9:30 AM to 10:30
AM. The class currently consists of 12 children 18 to 24 months-old whoettend wi-.111 a
parent or caregiver and are available in one of the classrooms on Friday morning. There
are also Great Beginnings classes that are offered for children from 3 to 36 months and
You and Me classes for children from 18 to 36 months that are scheduled for children
and their parent or caregiver throughout the day.
Summer Programs
During the summer months, the JCC offers adult/child class opportunities for younger
children and their parents/caregivers. You and Me is a one-hour class that will be
offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children 12 to18 months-old will attend the class
with a parent/caregiver on Tuesdays. Children 18 to 24 months-old will attend with a
parent/caregiver on Thursdays.
Toddler Camp is a program for 18-36 month olds who will attend class two days a week
with their parent/caregiver. One day they will attend at Woodland Commons and one day
they will participate in a field trip.
Children who are 28 months-old by June 1't can attend First Timers. This class runs
from 10:00 AM to 12:00 M. K'Ton Ton is offered to children turning 3 years-old by
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The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)
DCFS licenses the program at Woodland Commons. The area at 370 Half Day is
currently licensed through May 13, 2005 for preschool and full day childcare. The site at
372 Half Day is currently approved for use for adult child classes and as a large motor
room as shown on the attached diagram. The DCFS representative,Mary Livorsi, has
made a visit to the area proposed for renovation and JCC Early Childhood Services will
follow all of Ms. Livorsi's recommendations to achieve licensing for this site.
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
The National Association for the Education of Young Children(NAEYC) is the national
accreditation body for early childhood education programs. NAEYC accredited
programs have demonstrated a commitment to providing high quality programs for young
children and their families. JCC endorses the NAEYC guidelines,which is reflected in
our philosophy and curriculum. JCC Early Childhood Services at Woodland Commons
is a NAEYC accredited program. Accreditation is valid through May'31, 2007.
Staff Qualifications
The Directors and staff of the JCC Early Childhood Services at Woodland Commons are
experienced,professional educators with academic degrees in Early Childhood Education
or related disciplines. The additional classrooms will be supported and supervised by the
JCC Early Childhood Services Management Team. The Management Team consists of
senior early childhood education administrators and educators as well as individuals with
expertise in social services, child development, Jewish education, finance, human
resources,business administration and marketing. JCC teachers, directors and managers
work together in this unique configuration to provide children with the best possible
educational experience and families with a true promise of quality.
Other JCC Programs
Children's Enrichment
Nearly 75 children a year participate in"discovery programs" in such areas as art, dance,
recreation and socialization at the Woodland Commons site.
School Vacation Days
School vacation day programs (including field trips and entertainment) will be offered to
nearly 150 children a year at the Woodland Commons site. This is particularly important
to working parents, who seek a safe nurturing and stimulating experience for their young
children(kindergarten through fifth grade)when school is out.
Me and My Dad
Me and My Dad is a program for fathers and their children(kindergarten through fifth
grade) including 800 dads and children each year in activities such as field trips, sporting
events,crafts and games,overnighters, and Jewish holiday celebrations.
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Village Board Meeting Agenda Item -B
Monday,January 24,2005
Ordinance 2005- Agenda Section: Consent Agenda:
Amendment of Woodland Commons Order In Section: B
P.U.D.concerning proposed change Type of item: Ordinance
Department: Planning
of use by the JCC,372 Half Day Requested By: Robert E Pfeil
Road Entered By: Robert E Pfeil
Trustee Liaison: None
Additional
Documentation:
Other Agenda Items:
Overview
This is a follow-up to the presentation that was provided at the January 3, 2005 Village Board
meeting. The Jewish Community Centers of Chicago (JCC)proposes to expand its existing child
care and preschool facility at 370 Half Day Road by converting the space at 372 Half Day Road
to three classrooms and a multi-purpose room. The space (6,700 square feet)was previously used
by retail businesses. The space is vacant and the JCC has not been successful in finding a new
retail tenant.
Lawrence Freedman, attorney representing the JCC, has submitted the attached narrative and
floor plans concerning the proposal.
A draft ordinance and exhibits are attached concerning amendment of the Planned Unit
Development to allow the expanded child care and preschool facility.
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STATE OF ILLINOIS )
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COUNTY OF COOK )
CERTIFICATE
I, Janet M. Sirabian,certify that I am the duly elected
and acting Village Clerk of the Village of Buffalo
Grove,Cook and Lake Counties,Illinois.
I further certify that on January 24, 2005 the
Corporate Authorities of the Village passed and
approved Ordinance No. 2005-2 entitled:
AMENDMENT OF WOODLAND COMMONS P.U.D.
CONCERNING PROPOSED CHANGE OF USE BY THE
JCC,372 HALF DAY ROAD provided by its terms that it
should be published in pamphlet form.
The pamphlet form of Ordinance No.' 2005-2,
including the Ordinance and a sheet thereof, was
prepared, and a copy of such Ordinance was posted
in and at the Village Hall, commencing January 25,
2005, and continuing for at least ten days thereafter.
Copies of such Ordinance were also available for
public inspection upon request in the Office of
Village Clerk.
Dated at Buffalo Grove, Illinois, this 25th day of
January,2005.
Villa Clerk
By