City of Joliet Zoning Board of Appeals met Jan. 20.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Present Ed Hennessy, Vincent Alessio, Bob Nachtrieb, Jim Riggs, Brigette Roehr and Pat McShane
Absent Colette Safford
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
December 16, 2021 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes
A motion was made by Bob Nachtrieb, seconded by Vincent Alessio, to approve the December 16, 2021 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD ON AGENDA ITEMS
This section is for anyone wanting to speak regarding agenda items and are allowed a maximum of 4 minutes. It is not a question and answer period and staff, and the Zoning Board of Appeals members do not generally respond to public comments. The City Clerk has a copy of the public speaking procedures; please note, speakers who engage in conduct injurious to the harmony of the meeting shall be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may forfeit the opportunity to speak.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Mr. Robert Hernandez, 809 Westminster Rd., Joliet, IL. Mr. Hernandez appeared in opposition to Petition 2022-03 - 1350 S. Briggs Street.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Ms. Mary White, 112 Third Ave., Joliet, IL. Ms. White appeared in support of Petition 2022-03 - 1350 S. Briggs Street.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Mr. Falaq, 502 S. Desplaines St. Joliet, IL. Mr. Falaq appeared in support of Petition 2022-03 - 1350 S. Briggs Street.
OLD BUSINESS: PUBLIC HEARING
During the Public Hearing, members of the public will be allowed to present evidence and ask questions subject to the rules of the meeting.
NEW BUSINESS: PUBLIC HEARING
During the Public Hearing, members of the public will be allowed to present evidence and ask questions subject to the rules of the meeting.
PETITION 2022-01: A Variation to reduce the side yard setback from 8’ to 6’ 3”, located at 611 Campbell Street.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Ms. Cathleen Kollross, 611 Campbell St., Joliet, IL. Ms. Kollross appeared in support of her petition. Ms. Kollross said the addition is for a kitchen renovation. Chairman Hennessy asked if anyone else would like to speak on behalf of this petition. No one came forward.
A motion was made by Vincent Alessio, seconded by Brigette Roehr, to approve PETITION 2022-01: A Variation to reduce the side yard setback from 8’ to 6’ 3”, located at 611 Campbell Street. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane
PETITION 2022-02: A Special Use Permit for truck and trailer repair, truck and trailer sales and truck parking, located at 198 W. Laraway Road.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Jon Schlange, 6350 W. 124th St., Palos Heights, IL. Mr. Schlange appeared on behalf of this petition. Mr. Schlange gave an overview of the proposed project.
Chairman Hennessy asked if anyone else would like to speak on behalf of this petition. No one came forward.
A motion was made by Bob Nachtrieb, seconded by Brigette Roehr, to approve PETITION 2022-02: A Special Use Permit for truck and trailer repair, truck and trailer sales and truck parking, located at 198 W. Laraway Road. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane
PETITION 2022-03: Special Use Permits to allow a day care center, after-school care, and summer day camp and permanent supportive housing, located at 1350 S. Briggs Street.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Ms. Sandra Perzee, 350 E. Washington St., Joliet, IL. Ms. Perzee appeared in support of her petition. Ms. Perzee said that MorningStar Mission does their own background checks through the Illinois State Police and they pay for the background checks themselves. Ms. Perzee said they would be more than happy to provide them to the Joliet Police Department. Ms. Perzee said there will not be any cross between the housing and daycare portions of the facility. Ms. Perzee said this project is privately-funded, there are no city, state or federal funds involved.
Mr. Nachtrieb asked how the permanent residents will be kept away from the daycare. Ms. Perzee said the daycare will be locked and you must buzz in for access. Ms. Perzee said the individuals for short-term housing must be referred. Ms. Perzee said the daycare is open to all children. Mr. Riggs asked if public transportation will be available, Ms. Perzee said no. Mr. Riggs said in the past Ms. Perzee stated public transportation must be available. Ms. Perzee said this is a different program and the residents must have their own vehicle or transportation. Mr. McShane asked who will be supervising the children and residents, Ms. Perzee said paid staff will be onsite when children are in the building. Ms. Roehr asked if there will be outdoor activity, Ms. Perzee said yes they will add on to the outdoor play area. Ms. Perzee said the short-term residents will be case managed and go through programs like homeownership classes to help them obtain permanent housing. Ms. Roehr asked who is managing the background checks and who will follow-up with updates, Ms. Perzee said they will request the background checks from the Illinois State Police and the FBI. The Board Members and Ms. Perzee discussed the potential issues with residents co-mingling with the children.
Ms. spoke in support of this petition.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Ms. Margie Cepond, 1114 Woodiris Dr. Joliet, IL. Ms. Cepond appeared in opposition of this petition.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Ms. Megan Cooper, 809 Diamond K Ln., Joliet, IL. Ms. Cooper appeared in opposition of this petition.
Chairman Hennessy Swore in Mr. Robert Smith, 1109 Spencer Road, Joliet, IL. Mr. Smith appeared in opposition of this petition.
Mr. appeared in support of this petition.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Mr. Cooper, 809 Diamond K Ln., Joliet, IL. Mr. Cooper appeared in opposition of this petition.
Chairman Hennessy asked if anyone else would like to speak on behalf of this petition. No one came forward.
Mr. Torri suggested voting on the Special Use Permits separately.
A motion was made by Jim Riggs, seconded by Pat McShane, to deny
PETITION 2022-03: Special Use Permits to allow a day care center, after-school care, and summer day camp, located at 1350 S. Briggs Street. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane
A motion was made by Jim Riggs, seconded by Pat McShane, to deny
PETITION 2022-03: Special Use Permit to allow permanent supportive housing, located at 1350 S. Briggs Street. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane
PETITION 2022-04: A Special Use Permit for a trucking facility with truck parking, office, and maintenance operations, located at the Southwest corner of Cherry Hill Road and Beatty Lane.
Mr. Torri read the staff report into the record.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Mr. Steve Hussie, Frankfort, IL., Mr. Hussie appeared in support of this petition. Mr. Hussie gave a brief overview of the project.
Chairman Hennessy asked if any one else would like to speak on behalf of this petition. No one came forward.
A motion was made by Vincent Alessio, seconded by Brigette Roehr, to approve PETITION 2022-04: A Special Use Permit for a trucking facility with truck parking, office, and maintenance operations, located at the Southwest corner of Cherry Hill Road and Beatty Lane. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane PETITION 2022-05: A Variation to allow a wall sign that exceeds 100 square feet, located at 3501 S. Brandon Road.
Attachments: ZBA 2022-05 (3501 S. Brandon Road) Staff Report Packet Mr. Torri read the staff report into the record.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Ms. Lisa Stazak, 165 Tubeway Rd., Carol Stream, IL. Ms. Stazak appeared on behalf of this petition.
Chairman Hennessy asked if any one else would like to speak about this petition. No one came forward.
A motion was made by Jim Riggs, seconded by Bob Nachtrieb, to approve PETITION 2022-05: A Variation to allow a wall sign that exceeds 100 square feet, located at 3501 S. Brandon Road. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane
PETITION 2022-06: A Variation of Use & a series of Variations to allow construction of a three-unit commercial building, located at 251 E. Jackson Street.
Mr. Jim Torri read the staff report into the record.
Chairman Hennessy swore in Mr. Arnoldo Chavez, 24441 S. Moorman Ave., Channahon, IL. Mr. Chavez appeared in support of his petition. Mr. Chavez
Chairman Hennessy swore in Mr. Bob Gable from United Architects, 1002 Plainfield Rd., Joliet, IL. Mr. Gable appeared in support of this petition. A motion was made by Vincent Alessio, seconded by Jim Riggs, to approve PETITION 2022-06: A Variation of Use a three-unit commercial building, located at 251 E. Jackson Street. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane
A motion was made by Vincent Alessio, seconded by Brigette Roehr, to approve PETITION 2022-06: A series of Variations to allow construction of a three-unit commercial building, located at 251 E. Jackson Street. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane
PETITION 2022-07: A Special Use Permit to allow truck & trailer repair with truck parking operation, located east of N.E. Frontage Road.
A motion was made by Jim Riggs, seconded by Brigette Roehr, to table PETITION 2022-07: A Special Use Permit to allow truck & trailer repair with truck parking operation, located east of N.E. Frontage Road. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane
OLD/NEW BUSINESS—NOT FOR FINAL ACTION OR RECOMMENDATION PUBLIC COMMENT
This section is for anyone wanting to speak regarding non-agenda items and are allowed a maximum of 4 minutes. It is not a question and answer period and staff, and the Zoning Board of Appeals members do not generally respond to public comments. The City Clerk has a copy of the public speaking procedures; please note, speakers who engage in conduct injurious to the harmony of the meeting shall be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may forfeit the opportunity to speak.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Bob Nachtrieb, seconded by Brigette Roehr, to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Hennessy, Alessio, Nachtrieb, Riggs, Roehr and McShane
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