DESTINATION PRESERVATION. Updating Lake Bluff's historic preservation rules may help better preserve and transmit its architectural history. The Historic Preservation Commission has prepared a slate of proposed changes and wants to hear your views.
PICK (FROM) A PECK OF PAINTED PUPPERS. You can fur-ever own one of twenty Dogs on the Bluff if you win the 125 Committee's online silent auction.

Board and Committee Actions

For more information, visit the Village's meeting packets and videos page. Agendas and meeting materials are typically available the Friday before a meeting; videos within a week after the meeting; and minutes after they are approved at the next meeting of the public body. Not all meetings are recorded on video. Due to the COVID-19 emergency, meetings are primarily virtual. Click here for details on the format and how to participate.

The Historic Preservation Commission regular meeting on Wednesday, September 9 was cancelled.

Upcoming Village Board Meeting (Monday, September 14, 7 p.m.) The Village Board will:

• Honor the public service of Fire Department member Bill Goodman.
• Consider:
  • Extending the Village's declaration of emergency.
  • Authorizing a fence in a conservation area at 301 Belle Foret.
  • Approving the replacement of parking lot lighting at the Target development (945-975 Rockland Road).
  • Approving building alterations for JC Licht at 413 W. Washington Ave.
  • A license agreement to use Village property for bluff stabilization.
  • A snow removal contract with TGF Enterprises of Libertyville, Illinois.
  • Endorsing the Community Solar Clearinghouse, a program of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, for Village residents and businesses.

Upcoming Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting (Wednesday, September 16, 7 p.m.) The PCZBA will consider:

• Text amendments necessary for the Zoning Regulations to match pending changes to the Village's historic preservation regulations.
• A side yard setback variation at 714 Birch Rd. to allow the construction of a natural gas generator.
• A special use permit and variations at 39-47 Sherwood Terrace to allow the operation of a new automobiles dealership.
• A special use permit and variations at 28-38 E. Center Ave. and 53-91 E. Scranton Ave. to allow Prairie Espresso to expand into the tenant space addressed as 79 E. Scranton Ave., as well as other changes.
• A workshop regarding accessory dwelling units (such as "granny flats").