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PUBLIC HEARING
BUFFALO GROVE PLAN COMMISSION
September 5, 2012
Bright Future, 1370 Abbott Court
Special use for a recreation and cultural facility in the Industrial District
Chairman Smith called the hearing to order at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Council
Chambers, Buffalo Grove Municipal Building, 50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove,
Illinois. Chairman Smith read the notice of Public Hearing as published in the Buffalo
Grove Daily Herald, explained the procedure to be followed for the public hearing, and
swore in all persons who wished to give testimony.
Commissioners present: Chairman Smith
Mr. Khan
Mr. Stark
Mr. Cohn
Ms. Myer
Mr. Weinstein
Mr. Goldspiel
Mr. Matthews
Commissioners absent: Ms. Johnson
Also present: Ms. Tanya Tigra Russell
Mr. Seth Pines, Pines Development Group
Ms. Beverly Sussman, Village Trustee
Mr. Mike Terson, Village Trustee
Mr. Andrew Stein, Village Trustee
Mr. William Raysa, Village Trustee
Mr. Robert Pfeil, Village Planner
The following exhibits were presented by the petitioner at the public hearing:
Exhibit 1 Petitioner's packet, including project narrative and parking analysis
Exhibit 2 Village staff memo dated August 31, 2012 by Robert Pfeil, Village Planner
Ms. Russell provided an overview of the Bright Future International organization noting
that its mission is to help children around the world develop positive life values. She
explained that the proposed facility in Buffalo Grove would have enrichment programs
including arts and dance. The program would be after school for children in kindergarten
through eighth grade. The hours of operation would be 3:00 to 8:00 p.m on weekdays,
with classes during the 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. time period. The enrollment would be from 30
to 50 children. The facility would be designed with four or five classrooms. The staff
would include a director, three instructors and teachers and some tutors.
Ms. Russell stated that 10 parking spaces are allocated for the facility. In the morning
parking demand would be two spaces. From 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. four parking spaces
would be needed, including spaces for parents bringing children to the facility. From 4:00
to 7:00 p.m. the parking demand would be eight spaces, including spaces for
employees. From 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. four parking spaces would be needed. Ms. Russell
indicated that occasionally there would be special programs on evenings and weekends
requiring up to 50 parking spaces. She said that adjacent businesses have available
surplus parking, and she would try to have agreements with the property owners to use
some spaces.
Ms. Russell addressed the criteria for a special use of the Village Zoning Ordinance. Ms.
Russell stated that the facility will meet all six of the criteria. She stated that the facility
will serve the public convenience and will be in harmony with adjacent uses. All activities
will be indoor and there won't be detrimental or injurious impacts on adjacent properties.
She stated that the facility will have adequate utilities, including remodeled bathrooms
meeting accessibility requirements. She stated that adequate parking will be provided,
and she will try to reach agreement with adjacent properties such as Twin Rinks Ice
Pavilion to use surplus parking when necessary.
Commissioner Stark inquired if Bright Future has other facilities, why is a facility being
proposed for this location in Buffalo Grove, and who will be served. He asked what is the
source of funding.
Ms. Russell stated that the Wheeling location is an office with no programs for children.
The Buffalo Grove facility is in a good location to serve the Northwest suburbs including
north to Vernon Hills and east to Lincolnshire. She said the facility will serve children
whose parents work. She indicated that private donors provide financial support
Commissioner Stark asked about how children would reach the facility after school.
Ms. Russell stated that a bus company will be contracted to pick children up from their
schools, and some children will be brought by their parents.
Commissioner Stark inquired if licensing is required by DCFS, and if not, would written
documentation be provided indicating that an exemption has been granted.
Ms. Russell stated that the facility is exempt from DCFS licensing. She has been
advised by DCFS staff that the agency will inspect the facility but it will not require a
license.
Commissioner Goldspiel commented that he is concerned that the proposed facility is
apparently relying on possible agreements for parking to support its use, but no actual
agreements are in place. He said he is also concerned with the lack of sidewalks in the
area, particularly if children will need to walk from off-site parking areas.
Ms. Russell stated that children would always be accompanied by a parent or other
adults to ensure their safety. She said that daily pick-ups and drop-offs of children would
be done using parking spaces directly adjacent to the main door of the facility.
Mr. Pines stated that he has talked to staff at the Twin Rinks Ice Pavilion concerning use
of the overflow lot on the east side of Abbott Court. Twin Rinks staff indicated that they
will work with Bright Future concerning an agreement to use the overflow lot. Mr. Pines
reviewed the parking available on other properties to the north and west of the proposed
facility. He noted that the property at 1380 Abbott Court has unused spaces, and he
thinks an agreement can be reached for the use of some spaces by Bright Future. He
said that the building at 1360 Abbott Court to the west has parking that is rarely used. He
stated that although there are no agreements in place to use off-site parking, he believes
that are several options and agreements can be completed.
Commissioner Myer commented that the afternoon peak is the main issue concerning
parking and safe access to the facility. She said that traffic flow and formal
arrangements for off-site parking need to be evaluated.
Commissioner Cohn said that he is familiar with the Twin Rinks facility, and hasn't seen
heavy use of the overflow parking area. He noted that children are generally dropped off
close to the entrance of the ice rink rather than walking from the remote parking area.
He asked Mr. Pines if he has observed children walking to the ice rink along Abbott
Court. He also inquired if traffic is heavy on Abbott Court from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Mr. Pines stated that he has not seen children walking to the ice rink along Abbott Court
from the remote parking lot. Mr. Pines stated that Abbott Court is not busy with traffic in
the afternoon. He estimated that in a given 15-minute interval, there are typically three
motor vehicles using the street.
Commissioner Khan noted that there is a sidewalk on the east side of Abbott Court
adjacent to the Twin Rinks remote parking lot, and perhaps a crosswalk could be
designated for safe pedestrian travel from the parking area to the Bright Future facility.
He inquired if there are parking restrictions on Abbott Court. He also asked if there are
schools close enough to the facility that some children may walk to the after-school
programs.
Mr. Pines said that parking is not allowed on Abbott Court.
Ms. Russell said that Aptakisic Junior High School is just south of Abbott Court, but
students from the junior high are probably not the age group that would attend Bright
Future.
Commissioner Weinstein said his only concern is the drop-off and pick-up process. If
there are 50 children, it seems that the parking demand would be greater than four
spaces as estimated by Ms. Russell.
Ms. Russell indicated that she is assuming it would take about five minutes for a parent
to pick-up their child, so the parking spaces would turn over fairly quickly and be
available for multiple users in the time period when parents would come to the facility.
She noted that the pick-up time period is spread out over a couple of hours, so there
won't be a lot of pick-ups at the same time.
Commissioner Weinstein said it still seems that there could be more than four pick-ups
at one time.
Ms. Russell said that programs are flexible in terms of scheduling, so she doesn't think
there would be a lot of parents at one time picking up their children.
Commissioner Weinstein commented that he has not observed traffic problems at the
Twin Rinks remote parking lot and most parents drop-off children at the entrance to the
ice rink.
Trustee Terson said that the Twin Rinks remote lot is generally empty. He said that there
doesn't appear to be a safety issue for the children in terms of getting to and from the
facility. He inquired about the number of employees at Bright Future and whether they
could park off-site. He noted that based on his personal experience at the Longfellow
Clubhouse, a program for 50 children does not generate more than four parent cars at
one time.
Ms. Russell said that there would be 8 employees at the busiest times, and they could
park off-site if arrangements are made with the property owners.
Trustee Stein noted that the Twin Rinks remote lot is quite large and is not heavily used.
Trustee Sussman commented that she formerly rented the space at 1374 Abbott Court,
so she can confirm that Abbott Court is not a busy street. She said that it appears to be
feasible for the petitioner to make arrangements for off-site parking for employees. She
indicated that there have not been parking problems for businesses in the Abbott Court
area.
There being no further comments or questions from anyone else present, Chairman
Smith closed the public hearing at 8:15 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert E. Pfeil, Village Planner
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ERIC SMITH, Chair
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PUBLIC HEARING
BUFFALO GROVE PLAN COMMISSION
September 5, 2012
Buffalo Grove Park District, 225 McHenry Road
Amendment of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) and special use
in the B-2 and B-3 District
Proposed performing arts center (re-use of the Congregation Beth Am facility)
Chairman Smith called the hearing to order at 8:15 p.m. in the Village Council
Chambers, Buffalo Grove Municipal Building, 50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove,
Illinois. Chairman Smith read the notice of Public Hearing as published in the Buffalo
Grove Daily Herald, explained the procedure to be followed for the public hearing, and
swore in all persons who wished to give testimony.
Commissioners present: Chairman Smith
Mr. Khan
Mr. Stark
Mr. Cohn
Ms. Myer
Mr. Weinstein
Mr. Goldspiel
Mr. Matthews
Commissioners absent: Ms. Johnson
Also present: Mr. Dan Schimmel, Executive Director, Buffalo Grove Park
District
Mr. Ted Haug, Legat Architects
Ms. Beverly Sussman, Village Trustee
Mr. Mike Terson, Village Trustee
Mr. Andrew Stein, Village Trustee
Mr. William Raysa, Village Trustee
Mr. Robert Pfeil, Village Planner
The following exhibits were presented by the petitioner at the public hearing:
Exhibit 1 Aerial location map
Exhibit 2 Site plan
Exhibit 3 Floor plan- existing facility
Exhibit 4 Floor plan- proposed
Exhibit 5 Memo dated August 28, 2012 from Dan Schimmel, Executive Director,
Buffalo Grove Park District
Exhibit 6 Letter dated August 27, 2012 from Ted Haug, Legat Architects
Exhibit 7 Staff memo dated August 31, 2012 by Robert Pfeil, Village Planner
Mr. Dan Schimmel provided an overview of the proposed facility. He noted that a
performing arts center has been discussed by the Park District and Village for about 20
years. He stated that in terms of scope it would be similar to the Beth Am facility in terms
of traffic. Mr. Schimmel reviewed the programs operated by the Park District that would
be conducted at the facility. Programs include dance activities that serve over 500
participants ranging in age from young children to senior citizens. The District has
theatrical programs, and productions would be presented at the new facility. The hours
of operation would be 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Mr. Ted Haug presented an aerial location map of the site and adjacent properties
(Exhibit 1). He noted that the property has access from several locations on Route 83,
and also from the Grove shopping center. He stated that the vacant parcel north of the
building has a stormwater detention area, and the project civil engineer is evaluating
whether the existing detention area will accommodate future impervious surface is
additional parking is constructed on the vacant parcel.
Mr. Haug presented the site plan (Exhibit 2) noting that there are currently 132 parking
spaces on the Beth Am parcel. He presented the floor plans (Exhibits 3 and 4) indicating
that the existing infra-structure in the building will be preserved as much as possible. He
indicated the locations where dance studios, classrooms and offices would be located,
noting that the building already has classrooms.
Mr. Haug reviewed parking for the facility. He noted that the Village parking standard of
one space per 2.5 seats for a theater would require 200 parking spaces for the proposed
500 seat theater. He stated that several parking options are being considered, including
the use of the grass area on the vacant parcel north of the building in good weather and
the use of shuttle buses from off-site locations such as park facilities relatively close to
the site.
Mr. Schimmel addressed the special use criteria of the Village Zoning Ordinance:
1. The Special Use will serve the public convenience at the location of the subject
property; or the establishment, maintenance, or operation of the special use will
not be detrimental to, or endanger the public health, safety, morals, comfort or
general welfare.
We strongly believe that our use of the property will not endanger the public health,
safety, morals, comfort or general welfare of the businesses or residents bordering the
property. In fact, we believe our use will bring in more business to the neighboring
shopping center, restaurant and bank without negatively impacting the residents north
and east of the property.
From a public health and morals standpoint, the programs offered will be culturally
diverse performing arts programs and productions and shall be designed to build
character, poise, and confidence for those participating in the programs while serving as
a point of pride for the community. Those enjoying the performances should find them
to be entertaining and uplifting.
2. Location relates to the size of the special use, intensity of the operation, the size
of the property, the location of the property, and that said uses should be in
harmony with those uses surrounding the property.
We feel that we will "grow into" this facility. We certainly will not fill it to its maximum
capacity right away, if ever. It will take time to grow programs at the same quality level
currently enjoyed by the community.
The function of this property is essentially to offer people the opportunity to learn skills
related to performing, and then to share those skills with others. It is educational in
nature. People will come and go, much as they would in the neighboring shopping
center or as they have with Congregation Beth Am.
3. The special use shall not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other
properties in the immediate vicinity of the subject property, for the purposes
already permitted in the zoning district, nor substantially diminish and impair other
property valuations in the neighborhood.
It is our belief that our proposed uses will not detract in any way from the current
property uses or values. In fact, we strongly believe that our use will result in
neighboring restaurants seeing an increase in meals sold and that neighboring stores
will enjoy more sales as a result of this development. We would hope to develop long
term relationships with neighboring businesses in order to support each others efforts at
serving the community
4. The nature, location, and size of the buildings or structures involved with the
establishment of the special use will not impede, hinder, or discourage the
development and use of adjacent land and buildings in accord with the zoning
district in which they lie.
We are prepared to execute an aggressive program to not only maintain all exterior
amenities, but to make any improvements necessary. We have the financial and
personnel resources available to properly maintain all elements of this property. Our
performance at maintaining park district properties is exemplary and we intend on
maintaining this facility at that same level.
Improvements will be placed in priority order based on safety, Americans with
Disabilities requirements, effectiveness and aesthetics. This includes making any
necessary repairs to curbing, parking lots, drive ways, sewer structures or lighting.
Except for some cosmetic changes to the exterior, there aren't any major structural
changes planned.
5. Adequate utilities, access roads, drainage, and other necessary facilities have
been or will be provided.
We have four points of access and egress onto the property (two from Illinois Route 83,
and two from The Grove Shopping Center, allowing access into the property. In fact,
these same points of access provide access into the First American Bank, Wendy's, and
the Grove Shopping Center. The primary design of this access was to maximize traffic
flow for all parties.
At this juncture, we believe that all utility, road, drainage and facility issues have already
been addressed. We are developing the interior of a facility that has been in this
location for more than a couple of decades.
6. Parking area shall be of suitable size for the particular special use.
This has been addressed in the memo. We believe we have more than enough parking
for our normal day to day use (maximum of 150-200 participants at any one time - or 80
of our 131 available parking spaces).
However, when we use the auditorium for productions (6-7 productions per year) our
needs are for 150-200 spaces for our largest use. We have obtained permission to use
the bank parking (42 spots) when they are closed and guests could also use Bank Drive
(20 spots) for a total of 193 spots.
On larger events we can also provide on site parking on the grass area (approximately
150 spots by Beth Am estimates) and/or shuttle service to remote parking at Rylko Park.
Property Parking 131 spots
Bank Parking 42 spots
On Street Parking 20 spots
Total 193 spots
Commissioner Cohn inquired if the 200 spaces required by Village ordinance for the
theater includes parking for the cast and crew involved in a production. He inquired if the
Park District would use parking at Town Center, similar to what Beth Am has done on
high holy days.
Mr. Schimmel stated that parking would be added as needed to fully serve theatrical
productions.
Jerome (J.V) Springman, Jr., 222 Stanton Court, stated that he is a member of the Beth
Am congregation, and the grass area north of the building is used for parking for the
high holy days. Spaces behind the Grove shopping center and on the First American
Bank property are also used. Town Center has been used with permission of the owner,
but there is not a formal written agreement. The Buffalo Grove Police Department
provides traffic management for pedestrians to cross Route 83.
Commissioner Cohn commented that Town Center seems like an obvious solution for
extra parking assuming that appropriate pedestrian safety measures are in place.
Commissioner Stark inquired if any use other than parking is being considered for the
vacant lot north of the building. He asked if the proposed facility is doubling the amount
of space currently used by the Park District for performing arts.
Mr. Schimmel stated that no uses other than parking are planned for the vacant parcel.
He said that the Alcott Center is approximately 38,000 sq.ft. and space in the Fitness
Center and Emmerich facility are also used for programs. He noted that the building for
the proposed center is 39,000 sq.ft., so it's not as large as the total space currently used
for programs in the other facilities.
Commissioner Stark asked if the proposal for a downtown development on the Village
campus and Buffalo Grove Golf Course would be usable by the Park District for
performing arts programs.
Mr. Schimmel said that the downtown proposal originally had a 2,400 seat auditorium
that has now been reduced to 1,200 to 1,400 seats. He noted that the District's
proposed theater in the Beth Am building would be 500 seats. He said the Park District
will continue discussions with the developer, but he isn't sure what the Park District's
place will be in the overall programming of the downtown facility.
Commissioner Khan asked if the traffic signal on Route 83 helps manage traffic flow in
and out properties such as Beth Am where the proposed performing facility would be
located.
Mr. Schimmel said the signal is south of the access points used for the Beth Am facility.
He said the Park District would request assistance from the Buffalo Grove Police
Department to manage pedestrian crossings if parking at Town Center is used.
Commissioner Goldspiel inquired if the 132 spaces on the site and the 43 spaces on the
First American Bank property would be adequate to serve the 500 seat theater. He
asked if spaces at Rylko Park are available to support the performing arts center.
Mr. Haug said that parking demand will be evaluated, and appropriate arrangement will
be made to meet the demand.
Mr. Schimmel said that the parking at Rylko Park is available, and it is along Route 83
fairly close to the performing arts center site.
Commissioner Weinstein noted that Village staff suggests that parking be evaluated
after the facility has been in operation to determine if more permanent parking should be
provided on-site such as on the vacant lot.
Mr. Schimmel said the Park District will agree to this type of evaluation after there has
been some experience using the facility, but he requests that it be structured as an
administrative review.
Commissioner Cohn inquired if the Torah Academy currently sub-leasing space from
Beth Am will have to move.
Mr. Schimmel said that the Academy can stay until June 30, 2013. Renovations will then
be started, so the Academy will have to vacate its space.
Chairman Smith asked if the special use ordinance for Beth Am addresses parking
management.
Mr. Pfeil said the ordinance does require Beth Am to provide adequate parking for major
events such as the high holy days.
Chairman Smith inquired about the number of major performances that would be
presented in the proposed facility.
Mr. Schimmel stated that there are approximately twelve major theater productions per
year, usually running for three nights. The Buffalo Grove Singers annual concert is
usually in September, and there is a summer musical.
Chairman Smith noted that Village staff has asked for comment concerning the rezoning
of the vacant parcel from B-2 to B-3 so that all of the property would have uniform
zoning of B-3.
Mr. Pfeil noted that the B-2 designation is not needed for any uses proposed by the Park
District. This zoning designation dates back to the zoning in place when the Seigle's
home improvement center was approved.
Commissioner Stark commented that if the vacant lot is used only as parking, it may not
be necessary to modify the zoning.
Mr. Raysa noted that the rezoning was not published as part of the current public
hearing on the Park District petition.
Chairman Smith asked for public comments.
Mr. Don Stillman, 109 Woodstone Drive, said that he is pleased with the proposal. He
suggested that the vacant lot should be managed and signed to restrict parking except
when it is needed as overflow for large events.
Mr. Michael Schwartz, president of Congregation Beth Am, noted that the Congregation
will continue using the sanctuary until fall of 2013, so it would be after November 2013
when Park District programs would start. He indicated that performance events probably
wouldn't begin until 2014. He said the proposed performing arts center is a perfect fit for
re-use of the building.
There being no further comments or questions from anyone else present, Chairman
Smith closed the public hearing at 9:15 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert E. Pfeil, Village Planner
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ERIC SMITH, Chair
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REGULAR MEETING
BUFFALO GROVE PLAN COMMISSION
September 5, 2012
Bright Future, 1370 Abbott Court
Special use for a recreation and cultural facility in the Industrial District
Buffalo Grove Park District, 225 McHenry Road
Amendment of Planned Unit Development (PUD) and special use
in the B-2 and B-3 Districts concerning a performing arts facility
in the Congregation Beth Am building
Chairman Smith called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. in the Village Council
Chambers, Buffalo Grove Municipal Building, 50 Raupp Boulevard, Buffalo Grove,
Illinois.
Commissioners present: Chairman Smith
Mr. Khan
Mr. Stark
Mr. Cohn
Ms. Myer
Mr. Weinstein
Mr. Goldspiel
Mr. Matthews
Commissioners absent: Ms. Johnson
Also present: Ms. Tanya Tigra Russell
Mr. Seth Pines, Pines Development Corp.
Mr. Dan Schimmel, Buffalo Grove Park District
Mr. Ted Haug, Legat Architects
Ms. Beverly Sussman, Village Trustee
Mr. Mike Terson, Village Trustee
Mr. Andrew Stein, Village Trustee
Mr. William Raysa, Village Trustee
Mr. Robert Pfeil, Village Planner
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Public hearing of August 1, 2012 concerning Crown Trophy. Moved by Commissioner
Weinstein, seconded by Commissioner Stark, to approve the minutes, subject to a
revision noted by Commissioner Goldspiel to remove the reference to "a few strange
shops" on page 2. All Commissioners were in favor, and the motion passed unanimously
with Commissioners Khan and Myer abstaining.
Public hearing of August 1, 2012 concerning Becky's Express: Moved by Commissioner
Weinstein, seconded by Commissioner Stark, to approve the minutes, subject to
corrections noted by Commissioner Goldspiel on page 4 concerning "site" instead of
"sign;" page 9 concerning landscape "setback" instead of "building;" and page 10
concerning correction of "incompliance" to "in compliance." All Commissioners were in
favor, and the motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Khan and Myer
abstaining.
Regular meeting of August 1, 2012: Moved by Commissioner Weinstein, seconded by
Commissioner Stark, to approve the minutes, subject to correction of a reference to
"Chairman" Goldspiel on page 4. All Commissioners were in favor, and the motion
passed unanimously with Commissioners Khan and Myer abstaining.
Public hearing of August 15, 2012 concerning Burdeen's Jewelry. Moved by
Commissioner Weinstein, seconded by Commissioner Myer, to approve the minutes. All
Commissioners were in favor, and the motion passed unanimously with Commissioner
Matthews abstaining.
Regular meeting ofAugust 15, 2012: Moved by Commissioner Weinstein, seconded by
Commissioner Myer, to approve the minutes. All Commissioners were in favor, and the
motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Matthews abstaining.
COMMITTEE AND LIAISON REPORTS - None
BRIGHT FUTURE, 1370 ABBOTT COURT - SPECIAL USE FOR A RECREATION AND
CULTURAL FACILITY IN THE INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
Moved by Commissioner Weinstein to recommend approval to the Village Board of the
petition for a special use for a recreation and cultural facility for school-aged children,
kindergarten through eighth grade, subject to submittal of documentation to the Village
that the facility is exempt from licensing by the IL Department of Children and Family
Services (DCFS).
Commissioner Khan seconded the motion.
Commissioner Goldspiel suggested that the commission consider an amendment
making the recommendation subject to the petitioner providing written agreements
allowing off-site parking on adjacent properties.
Commissioner Cohn suggested requiring that employees park off-site. He noted that
Trustee Sussman has indicated that based on her personal experience in having her
business in this building, parking supply is not a problem for this site or adjacent
properties. Also, Mr. Pines, who owns this building and has developed other sites on
Abbott Court, has testified that there is unused parking on adjacent properties that will
probably be available for use by this facility assuming that agreements can be reached.
Commissioner Cohn moved to amend the motion to make it subject to the petitioner
dedicating parking for customers and other clients on the site, and entering into
agreements with adjacent property owners to allow employees to park off-site.
Commissioner Matthews seconded the motion.
Commissioner Goldspiel commented that there is no assurance that adjacent property
owners will allow the use of their parking.
Commissioner Weinstein commented that the Village won't be able to enforce this type
of parking restriction.
Chairman Smith concurred with Commissioner Weinstein.
Chairman Smith called for a vote on the motion to amend, and the motion failed by a
vote of 7 to 0, with one abstention:
AYES: None
NAYS: Khan, Stark, Cohn, Myer, Weinstein, Matthews, Smith
ABSENT: Johnson
ABSTAIN: Goldspiel
Chairman Smith called for a vote on the original motion to recommend approval of the
petition for a special use, and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Khan, Stark, Cohn, Myer, Weinstein, Matthews, Smith
NAYS: Goldspiel
ABSENT: Johnson
ABSTAIN: None
The motion passed 7 to 1.
BUFFALO GROVE PARK DISTRICT, 225 McHENRY ROAD, AMENDMENT OF A
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) AND SPECIAL USE IN THE B-2 AND B-3
DISTRICTS FOR A PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN THE BETH AM BUILDING
Moved by Commissioner Weinstein to recommend approval of the petition for
amendment of the Planned Unit Development and special use to allow redevelopment of
the property for use as performing arts center, with the stipulation that the Village has
the right to re-evaluate parking after the facility has been in operation for one year to
determine if modifications are needed such as paving the vacant parcel to ensure that
adequate parking is provided.
Commissioner Myer seconded the motion.
Chairman Smith called for a vote on the motion, and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Khan, Stark, Cohn, Myer, Weinstein, Goldspiel, Matthews, Smith
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Johnson
ABSTAIN: None
The motion passed 8 to 0.
Chairman Smith asked for a polling concerning staff's suggestion that the zoning of the
vacant parcel be changed from B-2 to B-3 to make it consistent with the parcel occupied
by the building.
The polling indicated that all commissioners are in favor of considering the rezoning from
B-2 to B-3 to achieve uniform zoning for the property.
FUTURE AGENDA SCHEDULE
Mr. Pfeil said the next regular meeting is September 19, 2012. The plat of resubdivision
for the Burdeen's Jewelry development is tentatively scheduled for this agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS- None
STAFF REPORT- None
NEW BUSINESS - None
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Commissioner Myer, seconded by Commissioner Weinstein and carried
unanimously to adjourn. Chairman Smith adjourned the meeting at 9:30 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert E. Pfeil, Village Planner
APPROVED BY:
ERIC SMITH, Chair