Submitted By
Craig Lesner, Finance
Reviewed By
LKS
Agenda Item Title
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First Reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 22 (“Streets and Sidewalks”), Article 10 (“Commercial Use of Sidewalk Space”), Section 22-10-2 (“Use of Sidewalks for Restaurant Tables and Floral Displays”) of the Oak Park Village Code as Reviewed at the Finance Committee of the Village Board on October 22, 2015
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Overview
Overview
The FY 16 draft budget includes a recommendation to increase the permit fee for restaurants and floral displays on the public sidewalk. The Finance Committee of the Village Board reviewed this recommendation. This action increases the fee from $50 plus $0.50 per square foot of sidewalk space used to $100 plus $3.00 per square foot.
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Staff Recommendation
As this item is for its first reading, no action is required at this time. In addition, the Village Board can discuss this information further at the Study Sessions scheduled on the FY 16 proposed budget on November 5, 2015 and November 9, 2014.
Fiscal Impact
Staff projects the proposed increase will generate an additional $25,000 annually.
Background
Staff presented its analysis and the Finance Committee approved the proposal to be brought before the full Board for discussion. There are currently 40 license holders. The recommended increase is related to the cost to inspect and infrastructure repair associated with private use of the public sidewalk.
Alternatives
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Previous Board Action
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Citizen Advisory Commission Action
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Anticipated Future Actions/Commitments
The second and final reading is expected to be on the Village Board’s meeting agenda on November 16.
Intergovernmental Cooperation Opportunities
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Performance Management (MAP) Alignment
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