VILLGE OF LONG GROVE
MEETING MINUTES OF THE ARCHITECTURAL COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING – June 15, 2009
7:00 P.M.
Call to Order: Chairman Michaelson-Cohn called the regular meeting of the
Architectural Commission (AC) to order at 7:05 p.m. with the following members
present.
Members
Present: Lynn Michaelson-Cohn, Chairman, Terry
Connolly, Valerie Plunkett,
Also
Present: Village Planner James Hogue and
members of the public.
Absent: Rod
Beadle (1 vacancy exists on the Commission).
1. Approval of the April 20, 2009 Draft Meeting
Minutes.
Commissioner Connolly moved to accept minutes as presented,
seconded by Commissioner Plunkett.
On a voice vote; all aye.
2. Consideration of a request for replacement
office signage for the Waud Farm Phase 1 Planned Unit Development commonly known
MAT (
Mr. Kevin Mark, project
manager from MAT Holdings, introduced the representatives present from MAT
Holdings and explained the request for signage. He also noted the standards for signage as
identified in the Village Code.
Ms. Katherine Mark, landscape
architect for the project, then explained the proposed landscape plan. She noted that the species selected were done
so taking the conservancy, climate and existing structure into consideration.
The goal was to have the landscape plan blend in with and compliment the site.
Commissioner Connolly
questioned whether road salt would have a negative impact the yews proposed in
the plan. Ms. Mark responded this should not be an issue in this instance.
General discussion then
occurred regarding the various plant species to be included in the landscape
plan.
Mr. Kevin Mark then noted the
poor condition of the existing wooden sign and noted that the proposed granite
sign would be a substantial upgrade to the existing sign. He explained the
materials to be used in the sign (principally granite) as well as the process
for constructing the proposed sign. He noted the existing illumination would be
used and per the landscape plan the illumination source would be screened per
the requirements of the Village Code.
A company logo, made of “sintra” a PVC compound, will be
mounted with adhesive to the vertical granite face of the sign. Section “B” of
the sign will be a horizontal piece of granite 10” thick to support the
vertical piece. Section “B” will have the property address consisting of white
PVC letters mounted on the side with adhesive.
This technique is being used to minimize the potential for cracking of
the granite which could occur if the address (or logo) were actually carved
into the granite.
Commissioner Connolly urged
the petitioner to check the UV rating on the lettering to minimize and fading
or other discoloration of the lettering.
Mr. Mark then explained the
materials and construction of the base of the sign which will be made of
unpolished granite which will add a “rough” look to sign and be substantial
enough to support the entire sign. A very substantial foundation of reinforced
concrete four (4) feet deep and on a footing will also be constructed below
grade to support the estimated weight (8 tons) of the proposed sign.
A motion was made by
Commissioner Connolly, seconded by Commissioner Calas
to accept the sign and landscape plan as submitted. On a
voice vote; all aye.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Boards & Commissions Application Forms
Planner Hogue explained the
“Volunteer Profile Sheet” included in the packet was to serve as the
application form for all individuals (including incumbents) interested in
serving on the various Boards and Commissions within the Village including the
AC. He noted there was not a specific deadline for the return of the forms but
AC members who are interested in continuing on should submit them as soon as is
convenient.
Commissioner Connolly was
concerned with the sensitive nature of the some of the information on the form
and potential for identity theft as these would become public documents.
Planner Hogue noted that this
concern was raised by members of the PCZBA as well. Revisions to the form had
been discussed but not yet received. He encouraged members to complete the
forms to the greatest extent possible and if they were uncomfortable with any
of the information requested to simply omit it.
Planner Hogue present a proposal for a “rain garden” sign to be used for
informational purposes in the newly installed rain garden in downtown Long
Grove. Village Trustee Schmitt had
e-mailed this to him just prior to the meeting this evening and asked if the AC
could review it.
Mr. Hogue indicated as this
item was not on the agenda no formal action could be taken this request
due to conflicts with the Illinois Open Meetings Act.
Furthermore, he noted he had not had a chance to review the request in detail.
It is possible that this sign may be considered “exempt” and AC review would
not be required. If it was determined that AC review and approval was necessary
this item would be placed on the next AC agenda. He stated no advertising
material would be part of the sign copy and it was strictly informational
explaining how and why rain gardens are useful.
None of the AC members
present indicated any concerns with the sign as presented by Planner
Hogue.
Adjournment: Commissioner Calas made a
motion to adjourn, seconded by Commissioner Connolly. On a voice vote; all aye. Meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
James M. Hogue
James M. Hogue,
Village Planner