2024-04-01 - Village Board Committee of the Whole - Agenda Packet T
Fifty Raupp Blvd
Meeting of the Village of Buffalo Grove Buffalo Grove, IL60089-2100
Village Board Phone:847-459-2500
Committee of the Whole
April 1, 2024 at 7:30 PM
1. Call to Order
A. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Special Business
1. Distracted Driving Prevention Month-April 2024 (Frank Cesario) (Staff Contact: Brian
Budds)
2. Presentation by Link Together Coalition (Trustee Cesario) (Staff Contact: Brian Budds)
3. Preview of the Comprehensive Plan's Existing Conditions Report (Trustee Weidenfeld)
(Staff Contact: Nicole Woods)
4. Discussion of a Revolving Loan Program for Residential Utility Improvements (Trustee
Stein) (Staff Contact: Chris Stilling)
3. Public Comment
Public Comment is limited to items that are not on the regular agenda. In accordance with
Section 2.02.070 of the Municipal Code, discussion on questions from the audience will be limited
to 5 minutes and should be limited to concerns or comments regarding issues that are relevant to
Village Board business. All members of the public addressing the Village Board shall maintain
proper decorum and refrain from making disrespectful remarks or comments relating to
individuals. Speakers shall use every attempt to not be repetitive of points that have been made
by others. The Village Board may refer any matter of public comment to the Village Manager,
Village staff or an appropriate agency for review.
4. Executive Session
A. Executive Session- Section 2(C)(2) of the Illinois Open Meetings Act: Collective
Negotiating Matters Between the Public Body and Its Employees or Their
Representatives, or Deliberations Concerning Salary Schedules for One or More Classes
of Employees. (President Smith) (Staff Contact: Dane Bragg)
5. Adjournment
The Village Board will make every effort to accommodate all items on the agenda by 10:30 p.m.
The Board, does, however, reserve the right to defer consideration of matters to another meeting
should the discussion run past 10:30 p.m.
The Village of Buffalo Grove, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that
persons with disabilities, who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or
participate in this meeting or have questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities,
contact the ADA Coordinator at 459-2525 to allow the Village to make reasonable
accommodations for those persons.
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Information Item : Distracted Driving Prevention Month -April 2024
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Recommendation of Action
Staff recommends the presentation of the Distracted Driving Prevention Month Proclamation
A proclamation recognizing April as Distracted Driving Awareness month.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Distracted Driving Proclamation-2024 (DOCX)
Trustee Liaison Staff Contact
Chairman Cesario Brian Budds, Police
Monday, April 1, 2024
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DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARENESS MONTH - APRIL 2024 0
WHEREAS, distracted driving is a serious issue on our roadways, claiming thousands of lives
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WHEREAS, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA)reports that in 2021
there were 39,508 fatal crashes in the United States. Eight percent of those fatal o
crashes were distraction-affected crashes; and
WHEREAS, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation, over 3,500 people were killed
in distracted driving crashes in 2021; and
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WHEREAS, engaging in activities such as talking on a phone,texting, checking social media or N
email, selecting music, or other uses of portable devices while driving increase the N
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WHEREAS, the improved health and well-being of Buffalo Grove's citizens are a direct result of E
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WHEREAS, in order to reduce the number of crashes as well as improve driver safety, Buffalo a�
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WHEREAS, April has been selected as the National Distracted Driving Awareness Month by The
National Safety Council
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, Eric Smith, PRESIDENT OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE,
do hereby proclaim and pronounce April National Distracted Driving Awareness month in Buffalo Grove
and urge all citizens to promote awareness of the distracted driving problem, and to support s
programs and policies to reduce the incidence of distracted driving. a
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Proclaimed this 1 st day of April 2024.
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Information Item : Presentation by Link Together Coalition
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Staff recommends discussion
Kris Zerfass, representing Link Together Coalition, will provide a presentation on the services offered by
Link Together Coalition, their enduring partnership and collaboration with the Police Department, and the
intended use of the $5000 donation from the Opioid Settlement to benefit the Buffalo Grove Community.
Trustee Liaison Staff Contact
Cesario Brian Budds, Police
Monday, April 1, 2024
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Information Item : Preview of the Comprehensive Plan's Existing
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Staff recommends discussion.
Staff will be presenting a preview of the Comprehensive Plan's Existing Conditions Report. The
presentation will include key findings regarding population and housing, community outreach, land use
and development, infrastructure and natural resources, economic development, Dundee Corridor, and
Milwaukee Corridor. Staff would like to gain the Board's feedback on the framework for this Report before
moving forward.
ATTACHMENTS:
• COW April 2024 ECR Preview(DOCX)
Trustee Liaison Staff Contact
Weidenfeld Nicole Woods, Community Development
Monday, April 1, 2024
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Last summer, Staff presented the Board with some of the preliminary findings for the Comprehensive
Plan Existing Conditions Report (ECR). These findings revolved around the themes of Deeply Rooted
and Emerging Trends, which featured growth in automation, technology, BG's population, and the E
rising interest in walkability, and environmental sustainability. In addition, the presentation 0
highlighted Market Analysis Findings. This information was collected based upon Census data,
market interviews and data, CMAP information, community outreach, and other key sources. o
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Since that time, Staff has also incorporated some of the recent major projects/advances that will .5
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community. Staff will be sharing a preview of the Existing Conditions Report (ECR) with the Board 3
at the April Committee of the Whole Meeting. Soon after, staff will be sharing the Existing Conditions
Report with the Board and the Steering Committee. The report will be organized under the following a
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• History and regional Context • Economic development
• Population • Transportation N
• Outreach Findings • Infrastructure and Natural Resources
• Housing and Neighborhoods • Dundee Road and Milwaukee Rd Corridor a
• Land Use and development
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Presented below are some key highlights:
Population and Housing
Key Finding;Buffalo Grove's population and housing stock are growing and diversifying.
2020 Census reports show that Buffalo Grove's population is 43,212, which is an increase by 4% or
1,716 since 2010. BG's population increase is greater rate than Cook County, Lake County and the o
Chicagoland region's which have increased by 1.5%, 1.5% and 1.6% respectively since 2010. CMAP C
projections show Buffalo Grove's population increasing by 24% to 54,754 by 2050, which is on pace
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Along with growth, the population is also diversifying. As shown in the chart below, Buffalo Grove 0
has seen more diverse growth, especially with the Asian population which has almost doubled since =
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As it has in decades past, Buffalo Grove's population has LA'ffa o Grove Population IBA Race
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income. Approximately 67% of Buffalo Grove residents
have attained a bachelor's degree or higher level off
education. In comparison, only 40% of residents in the
Chicago region have attained this educational level. The C
Village's median household income of $121,212, is higher U
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Buffalo Grove currently has slightly less than 17,000 0.
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2010. While most of the Village's homes are single-family 3:
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Key Finding: Buffalo Groves residents and other stakeholders value Outreach at BG Days a
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�modern planning practices and sustainability measuresThe community outreach for the Comprehensive Plan has been muti-pronged as it has inc uded tangentia outreach activities through theCommunity Branding and Strategic Plan projects as well as theComprehensive Plan. In synthesizing the various interviews and surveys,staff found that residents and stakeholders value neotraditional principles of
livability and community. This includes strong civic institutions such as the
schools, parks, and libraries. In addition, residents desire focal gathering
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points or centers that are walkable with shops, restaurants and entertainment. They also expressed
a need for housing type and pricing to be further diversified. Additional findings showed that art,
additional bike lanes/trails, and enhanced public transportation options would add to the high quality
of life. From a social aspect, there is great value on youth, seniors, diversity, and overall interest in
maintaining BG as an inclusive community. Residents are encouraged by the current redevelopment
occurring in the community and hope it continues for the remaining underutilized properties.
Stakeholders are also forward-thinking as they value emerging technologies, modern planning o
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principles, and sustainability measures all of which include: EV charging stations, solar panels,
advanced manufacturing districts, and the integration of green space with development.
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Land Use and Development
Key Finding; Buffalo Grove is a community organized around civic, commercial, and industrial
centers.
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of commerce, community, and identity. Most (but not all) of the nodes are akin to concentric circles, a
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with the most intensive uses/densities in the middle and a gradual transition to less intense
uses/densities going towards the node's perimeter.
The civic nodes typically have multiple uses including parks, schools, or a major Metra station, as
well as commercial uses. Civic nodes in the Village include the intersection of Arlington Heights and
Dundee Roads as well as Prairie View Metra Station area. The Clove (East Lake Cook Corridor), Mike
Rylko Park, and Chase Plaza (West Lake Cook Corridor); create a triad of centers creating a
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Commercial nodes are those that function as key centers of commerce and include two neighborhood
commercial nodes at the intersections of Buffalo Grove and Dundee Roads, Route 83 and Arlington °
Heights Road; as well as the more regional commercial center at Milwaukee Road and Deerfield
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The Village's two industrial nodes are often overlooked by residents but are key to the Village's local x
economy. The northern industrial node includes key industrial developments such as Arbor Creek, w
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Transportation and Accessibility
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communities across the Chicago Region, Illinois, and country. Other minor arterial, collectors and
local roads complement these major arterials and also provide accessibility within the community. L
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which include off-street trails like multi-use paths and side paths. C
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Creek Forest Preserve Trail and the Des Plaines River Trail allowing
for greater regional access. Walkability, similar but somewhat
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growing interest in the community. The extensive connection of
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Infrastructure and Natural Resources.
Key Finding:Buffalo Grove has a symbiotic relationship with natural resources and infrastructure and
values them as key assets:
A distinguishing feature of Buffalo Grove, as captured by the new logo, wi0owstream Park
is its natural resources, particularly open spaces, parks, and trees. The ,
Village boasts almost 450 acres of open space, which includes parks, ; M
naturalized areas, detention areas, and other open spaces. The Villages °a
two golf courses are an additional 250 acres. Other Lake County Forest a)
Preserve properties are adjacent or a stone's throw away from the
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illustrated in examining the accessible amount of park acreage per 1,000
residents metric. Buffalo Grove enjoys an outstanding 9.89 acres per ,� r �� � '� 0
1,000 residents, while Lake County, Cook County and the Regions'
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There are seven distinctly named watercourses within the Village limits including Buffalo Creek,
Farrington Ditch, and Aptakisic Creek. Floodplains align some of these watercourses, but are most a
prominent at Buffalo Grove Golf Course and along Milwaukee Road. Wetlands cover approximately
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The Village of Buffalo Grove is served by separate stormwater and sanitary sewer systems, that U
along with water lines, total to over 600 miles of system infrastructure. Many of the Village's first-
generation utilities are in line for replacement and rehabilitation. BG's Infrastructure Modernization 0
Program (IMP), which was kicked off in 2020, is the largest initiative in the Village's history to replace
and rehabilitate core infrastructure assets. The plan, which looks to invest over $150 million in 0
capital projects over the next three years, focuses on project coordination, sequencing, and minimal a
impact to the property taxes.
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Buffalo Grove workers. This sector employs 2,650 workers and includes companies such as BITS
(Business IT Source) and Connexion.
Over the past few years, the Village has helped facilitate mixed-use redevelopment in key areas
including Woodman's/Shoppes of Buffalo Grove, The Clove, and Bison Crossing. Buffalo Grove's
willingness to be agile and adaptable to the changing market has helped this redevelopment
materialize. Economic tools such as tax sharing and TIFs, have been influential in the redevelopment
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generating businesses such as Woodman's and Tesla.
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with a vacancy of 31%. In sharp contrast, the industrial market is strong with a vacancy rate of
6%. Lastly, the retail market is steady and has a vacancy rate of 8%.
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Stretching approximately two miles from west to east, Dundee Corridor is the community's
southernmost commercial corridor. The corridor, which boasts strong visibility and traffic (27,000-
29,000 ADT), is fueled by the two key nodes/centers that bookend the corridor. First is the Arlington ;v
Heights and Dundee Roads Civic Node, which includes Strathmore Center, Plaza Verde, Buffalo Grove o
High School, and Bison Crossing. On the other end is the Buffalo Grove and Dundee Roads
Commercial Center, which includes the Plaza Cambridge Commons and Cambridge West. The uses
and property aligning Dundee Road between these centers are supported by the energy and activity o
of these nodes. This is further reflected in lot size and land use as the nodes have greater lot sizes
and concentration/intensity of uses than those in the middle stretch. Accounting for and recognizing L
all these dynamics will help facilitate future redevelopment opportunities for the two centers and a
middle stretch.
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iurisdictions and environmental constraints
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Information Item : Discussion of a Revolving Loan Program for
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Staff recommends discussion.
Last year, staff presented the concept of developing a low interest revolving loan program to assist
homeowners with certain utility projects including water/sewer repairs and upgrades, private drainage
improvements and sewer service lining. Prior to this matter being scheduled for final consideration by the
Village Board, staff wanted to provide an update on the proposed program and address any additional
comments or questions.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Utility Loan Program BOT Memo 3.28.24 (DOCX)
Trustee Liaison Staff Contact
Stein Chris Stilling, Community Development
Monday, April 1, 2024
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VILI,AGE OF
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 28, 2024
TO: Dane Bragg, Village Manager
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to assist homeowners with certain utility projects including water/sewer repairs and
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preparing the documentation and code updates to establish the program. Prior to this m
matter being scheduled for final consideration by the Village Board, staff wanted to provide
an update on the proposed program and address any additional comments or questions. 0
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As part of last year's discussion, Trustees were supportive of the program and requested
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Staff will be providing a brief presentation at the April 1, 2024 Committee of the Whole
meeting. Following that discussion, staff will present their final recommendation to the
Village Board in May.
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As the Village is entering its sixth year of the Infrastructure Modernization Program (IMP),
staff anticipates to see increased interest from homeowners wishing to improve their water
and sanitary service lines as the Village undertakes neighborhood wide water/sewer main
projects. This is also the case as we start making stormwater improvements to address
drainage issues, particularly as part of the Benard Drive construction project. As a result,
staff is proposing the creation of a new revolving loan program for residential utility
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effective time for all parties, rather than waiting for a problem to arise. The following is a
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include a provision to allow for this to be waived in the event of an emergency repair.
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title policy. In the event the property is held in trust, additional documentation may be required
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Payment Schedules
Loans would be paid back over a 36-month period and paid bi-monthly (18 payments) via the
Village's water billing process. As with water bills, residents will be able to utilize the Village
ACH process for loan payments.
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Staff will be recommending up to $75,000 to "seed" the loan program. Staff is projecting
that funds could be allocated from the Water/Sewer Fund and the General Fund. Staff has
developed a 10-year proforma of the program. The chart below shows the initial $75,000
fund balance and the amount of available funds after each year assuming 3-7 loans per
year with varying values. Based on this scenario, the Village's initial $75,000 investment
results in over $200,000 in loans with nearly $8,500 of growth from interest.
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Staff will be providing a brief presentation at the April 1, 2024 Village Board Committee of to
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Information Item : Executive Session-Section 2(C)(2) of the Illinois
Open Meetings Act: Collective Negotiating Matters Between the
Public Body and Its Employees or Their Representatives, or
Deliberations Concerning Salary Schedules for One or More
Classes of Employees.
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Recommendation of Action
Executive Session- Section 2(C)(2) of the Illinois Open Meetings Act: Collective negotiating matters
between the public body and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary
schedules for one or more classes of employees.
Trustee Liaison Staff Contact
Smith Dane Bragg, Office of the Village Manager
Monday, April 1, 2024
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