Village Board LetterHead - 100th Anniversary
Village Board Meeting
 April 21, 2022
 6:00 p.m.
1.

Call to Order

2.

Roll Call

3.

Pledge of Allegiance

4.

Open Forum

Public Comment is subject to the public comment rules and procedures adopted by the Village.
5.

Reports

a.

Board Reports

  • Mayor 
  • Clerk 
  • Trustees
Background of Subject Matter
*
Type
Discussion Only
6.

Items to Be Removed From Consent Agenda

7.

Consent Agenda (Omnibus Vote)

a.

Village Board Minutes

i.

Board Meeting Minutes

Board to consider approving the minutes of the Village Board meeting held April 7, 2022.

Background of Subject Matter
Required parliamentary procedure
Type
Motion
Documents:
  1. 2022-04-07 Village Board Meeting Minutes.pdf
b.

Finance Ordinance

i.

Finance Ordinance #25

Total to be announced at the meeting.

Background of Subject Matter
*
Type
Motion
c.

Purchase Orders

i.

PO 22202612

West Central Municipal Conference $36,806.00

Background of Subject Matter
Spring Tree Planting
Type
Purchase Order
Budgeted
Yes
Documents:
  1. 22202612.pdf
d.

Total of Purchase Order and Finance Ordinance

Total to be announced at the meeting.

Background of Subject Matter
*
Type
Motion
e.

Community Events

i.

Westmont Spring Fling Red, White & BBQ

Board to consider an ordinance approving the following requests for the Westmont Spring Fling Red White & BBQ Festival hosted by the Westmont Lions Foundation, May 27 - 29, 2022:

  1. Community Events Permit
  2. Liquor License Fee Waiver
  3. Amusement Fee Waiver
  4. Live Amplified Sound Permit
  5. Tent Permit Fee Waiver
Background of Subject Matter
This is the 15th Annual Red, White, & BBQ Competition in Westmont. The purpose of the event is to fundraise for Westmont Lions as they continue to support the local community.
Type
Ordinance
Documents:
  1. 2022 Spring Fling RWBBQ Community Event - R.pdf
ii.

2022 - Westmont Cruisin' Nights & Street Fair

Board to consider an ordinance approving the following requests from the Westmont Special Events Corporation for their 2022 Cruisin' Nights and Street Fair events:

  1. Tent Permit Fee Waiver
  2. Live Amplified Sound Permit for event hours
  3. Street and Public Right of Way Closures 


Background of Subject Matter
Cruisin' Nights is hosted by Westmont Special Events and they have done an excellent job creating a safe event that is fun for all ages. There are no changes in their request compared to last year's event.
Additional Background
Street Closures - Cass Avenue from Burlington to Naperville Rd Public to be allowed parking at Cass / Burlington Public lot & Irving / Lincoln Parking Lot, Burlington & side streets.
Type
Ordinance
Documents:
  1. 2022 - Cruisin Nights.pdf
iii.

2022 Taste of Westmont

Board to consider an ordinance approving the following requests from the Westmont Special Events Corporation for the 2022 Taste of Westmont event:

  1. Special Event Liquor License Fee Waiver
  2. Amusement License Fee Waiver
  3. Tent Permit Fee Waiver
  4. Food Truck Fee Waiver
  5. Live Amplified Sound Permit for event hours
  6. Street and Public Right of Way Closures


Background of Subject Matter
The WSEC will be hosting their annual Taste of Westmont July 7-10, 2022 in Downtown Westmont on Cass Avenue from Naperville Road to Burlington Avenue.
Additional Background
Layout will be similar to 2021 layout including midway style presentation on the 2nd block with commercial vendors & crafters.
Type
Ordinance
Documents:
  1. 2022 Taste of Westmont - Community Event.pdf
f.

Proclamation - Arbor Day

Board to consider a proclamation to declare April 29, 2022 as Arbor Day in the Village of Westmont.

Background of Subject Matter
*
Type
Proclamation
Documents:
  1. 2022 Arbor Day Proclamation.pdf
g.

Proclamation - Municipal Clerks Week

Board to consider a proclamation to declare May 1-7, 2022 as Municipal Clerks Week in the Village of Westmont.

Background of Subject Matter
*
Type
Proclamation
Documents:
  1. 2022 Clerks Week Proclamation.pdf
h.

Proclamation - Public Service Recognition Week

Board to consider a proclamation to declare May 1-7, 2022 as Public Service Recognition Week in the Village of Westmont.

Background of Subject Matter
*
Type
Proclamation
Documents:
  1. 2022 Public Service Recognition Week Proclamation.pdf
8.

Unfinished Business

9.

New Business

a.

Planning and Zoning Commission Appointment

Board to consider a motion approving Mayor Gunter's appointment of two new Planning & Zoning Commissioners.

Background of Subject Matter
Each commission appointment is for a 5 year term.
Type
Motion
b.

B-1 Permit - Beauty and the Baker at 34 North Cass Avenue

Board to consider an ordinance approving a B-1 Development Permit for Beauty and the Baker to operate a bakery at 34 North Cass Avenue.

Background of Subject Matter
Ms. Mikayla Machlet and Mr. Marco Navarrete wish to relocate an existing bakery from Homer Glen to downtown Westmont in the building currently housing Hot Sauce Games.
Additional Background
Preliminary floor plans indicate areas for production and display, as well some indoor dining.
Type
Ordinance
Documents:
  1. 34 N Cass BEAUTY AND THE BAKER.pdf
c.

1 North Cass - Final Plat for The Residences at Cass Avenue Station

Board to consider an ordinance approving a Final Plat of Subdivision from Westmont Apartments LLC for the 1 North Cass Avenue mixed-use redevelopment project.

Background of Subject Matter
The Final Plat for 1 North Cass consolidates various properties and dedicates new rights-of-way to create two new lots of record. The approved Final Plat shall not be recorded until property purchase, financing and a Plat of Vacation has been recorded.
Additional Background
The Preliminary Plat of Subdivision was approved by the Village Board on April 29, 2021, with Ordinance No. 21-049. As prescribed by the approval and corresponding Development Agreements, Final Plat approval must occur within one year of that approval.
Type
Ordinance
Documents:
  1. Plat of Resub (1).pdf
d.

Increase in the number of available Class 3 Liquor Licenses

Board to consider an ordinance increasing the number of available Class 3 Liquor Licenses by one (1) for Quinsy Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Tapatio Mexican Restaurant at 11 W. Quincy Street.

Background of Subject Matter
Quinsy Enterprises d/b/a Tapatio Mexican Restaurant has applied for a Class 3 liquor license. A background review of owner Cristina Garcia revealed she is eligible to be issued a Class 3 liquor license.
Additional Background
Tapatio Mexican Restaurant will provide sit down and carry-out Mexican style food and drink. Cristina is looking forward to having a business in Westmont at this location. She hopes to open in May of 2022.
Recommendation
Approval
Type
Ordinance
e.

Increase in Available Tobacco Licenses

Board to consider an ordinance increasing the number of available tobacco licenses by one (1) for Prince Smoke N Convenient, Inc at 6006 S. Cass Avenue. 

Background of Subject Matter
Prince Smoke N Convenient, 6006 S. Cass Avenue, applied for a tobacco license. They will sell packaged food (snacks, etc.- no prepared food items) tobacco & vape products. A background review revealed that the owner is eligible to receive this license.
Additional Background
The agreed upon overall square footage shall be restricted to 60% available for food items, 30% for tobacco items and 10% for vape products. This agreed upon restriction will be addressed in an addendum to the tobacco when it is issued.
Type
Ordinance
f.

Agreement with Metro Paramedic Services, Inc

Board to consider an ordinance approving a Public-Private Partnership Agreement for EMS/Firefighting Staffing with Metro Paramedic Services, Inc.

Background of Subject Matter
The existing agreement with Metro expires 4/30/22. This new staffing agreement is for a 5-year term, through 4/30/27. The fees are set for Year 1, & the fees shall be negotiated for Years 2-5 & shall not exceed a 5% increase or decrease in any given year.
Additional Background
Either party may terminate the Agreement without cause upon 90 days' notice, or may terminate in the event of a breach.
Recommendation
Approve
Type
Ordinance
Budgeted
Yes
Documents:
  1. Westmont Metro EMS Agreement 4 15 22.pdf
g.

Ambulance Fees

Board to consider an ordinance approving amendments to Chapter 42, Article V, Section 42-215 of the Westmont Code of Ordinances regarding ambulance fees.

Background of Subject Matter
This ordinance establishes ambulance fees for residents & nonresidents based on previous year annual report submitted to the IL Dept of Healthcare & Family Services and/or Medicare & Medicaid which reflects the actual costs of services.
Additional Background
Fees will automatically adjust annually based on this annual report without further Board action. This methodology is based on an approved 2020 IGA with the IL Dept of Healthcare & Family Services, & will implement the terms of the IGA.
Recommendation
Approve
Type
Ordinance
Documents:
  1. Ambulance EMS Fee Increase Ord 4 21 22.pdf
h.

Firearms Text Amendments

Board to consider an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance text amendments to define and provide zoning regulations and prohibitions for firearm sales in various zoning districts.

Background of Subject Matter
Amendments to define firearms and sales, prohibit sales as a home occupation, permit sales in the M Manufacturing District subject to distance separation and Special Use Permit approval, and permit accessory sales in the B-2 and C-1 Business Districts.
Additional Background
At its meeting on April 13, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval with a requested revision to address nonconforming uses in the home occupation language.
Type
Ordinance
Documents:
  1. Firearms Text Amendment Exhibit Maps.pdf
  2. 2022-04-21 BOARD MEMO Firearms Text Amendment.pdf
  3. Proposed Firearms Draft Text.pdf
i.

Repeal of Chapter 22, Section 22-2: Firearms Sales

Board to consider an ordinance repealing Chapter 22, Section 22-2 of the Westmont Code of Ordinances regarding the prohibition on the sale of concealed firearms.

Background of Subject Matter
Section 22-2 currently prohibits the sale of certain firearms that may be concealed upon the person. Having been in effect since 1972, it is outdated, has not been enforced, & is likely vague & unenforceable as written.
Additional Background
The recommendation is to repeal this ordinance. Elimination of Sec. 22-2 coincides with the proposed Zoning Ordinance text amendments to define & regulate/limit firearms sales within the Village.
Recommendation
Approve
Type
Ordinance
Documents:
  1. Westmont Sec 22-2 Firearms Sales.pdf
j.

Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget

Board to consider a resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget

Background of Subject Matter
The preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 202-23 was prepared by staff and was presented, reviewed and discussed with the Village Board and the public at the 4/15/2021 Budget Workshop.
Type
Resolution
10.

Miscellaneous

11.

Executive Session

This Board may adjourn to closed session to discuss matters so permitted and may act upon such matters upon returning to open session.
12.

Adjourn

Note: Any person who has a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting should contact the ADA Compliance Officer, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday,Village of Westmont, Illinois, 60559; or telephone (630) 981-6210 voice, within a reasonable time before the meeting.