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O-03-08 01/14/2008ORDINANCE NO,) O'er AN ORDINANCE GRANTING THE REQUEST FOR A SPECIAL USE FOR A GROUP LIVING NOT OTHERWISE CLASSIFIED AT 1 POVOLISH COURT (Timberline Knolls) ADOPTED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF LEMONT THIS 14TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2008 Published in pamphlet form by authority of the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Lemont, Cook, DuPage, and Will Counties, Illinois this 14th day of January, 2008 ORDINANCE NOL -(13• p AN ORDINANCE GRANTING THE REQUEST FOR A SPECIAL USE FOR A GROUP LIVING NOT OTHERWISE CLASSIFIED AT 1 POVOLISH COURT (Timberline Knolls) WHEREAS, Timberline Knolls, LLC, hereinafter referred to as "the Petitioner ", is acting on behalf of the owner of property, hereinafter referred to as "the subject property ", located at 1 Povolish Court in Lemont, Illinois (PIN: 22 -20- 305 -024) and described in the attached legal description as Exhibit "A "; and WHEREAS, the Petitioner made application under the provisions in the Lemont Zoning Ordinance for a Special Use for a group living not otherwise classified to operate a living center for adult women with eating and other psychological disorders; and, WHEREAS, the Petitioner has made provision for the strict enforcement of living guidelines among residents of the proposed Special Use as evinced by the rules attached hereto as Exhibit `B "; and, WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Lemont, Illinois, in accordance with said Zoning Ordinance, conducted a Public Hearing on the petition on November 20, 2007; and, WHEREAS, a notice of the aforesaid Public Hearing was made in the manner provided by law and was published in the Daily Southtown, a newspaper of general circulation within the Village; and, WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of the request for a Special Use to the Village Board with the findings of fact attached as Exhibit "C "; and, WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village have determined that the best interests of the Village will be served by approving the Special Use by the standards of the Special Use Procedures, § XVIILJ of the Lemont Zoning Ordinance, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF LEMONT, COUNTIES OF COOK, DuPAGE, AND WILL, ILLINOIS: Section 1. Special Use: A Special Use is granted to the Petitioner at the subject property to allow a group living not otherwise classified for adult women with eating and other psychological disorders pursuant to §XVIII.J of the Lemont Zoning Ordinance. Section 2. Conditions. The following conditions shall apply: a. The structure shall comply with the minimum requirements of the fire code with local amendments in force at the time this ordinance shall be in force and effect; and, b. Designated parking spaces shall be established in the west parking lot for staff and /or visitors; and, c. The Special Use is granted solely to Timberline Knolls, LLC and shall terminate upon Timberline Knolls, LLC's cessation of operating the group living not otherwise classified; and, d. The granting of the Special Use shall be subject to the various rules attached as Exhibit "B ", and incorporated herein by this reference. Section 3. Revocation. The Village Board shall have the sole authority, at its discretion, to revoke said Special Use if the Petitioner engages in any conduct which is illegal or contrary to any provision of this ordinance, the provisions of the Lemont Municipal Code of 1988 as amended, or any applicable state, or federal law. Section 4. That this ordinance shall be in force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law. PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF LEMONT, COUNTIES OF COOK, WILL, AND DU PAGE, ILLINOIS, on this 14th day of January, 2008. DEBBY BLATZER PETER COULES CLIFFORD MIKLOS BRI?.N REAVES RON STAPLETON JEANETTE VIRGILIO Attest: AYES NAYS PASSED ABSENT V' Approved by me this 14th day of January, 2008. JOHN F PIAZZA, Villa CHARLENE SMOLLEN, Village Clerk EXHIBIT "A" LOT 10,(EXCEPT THE WEST TEN FEET OF SAID LOT 10) IN BLOCK 2 IN CONSTANT SPRINGS ADDITION TO THE VILLAGE OF LEMONT IN SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. EXHIBIT "B" Magnolia House is a six -bed supportive living environment for adult females in recovery from an eating disorder, addiction and /or other mental health issues who want daily support from others who are also in recovery in order to maintain abstinence. Magnolia House provides a safe environment that supports recovery through a positive peer support group and an alcohol and drug free environment. Residents develop individualized recovery plans related to their problems which include support services such as attendance at 12 -Step meetings (Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, Alanon, etc), individual therapy, group therapy, nutrition counseling, and medication management. At Magnolia House, women in recovery from addictions are strongly encouraged to live the concepts of the 12 -Step program on a daily basis and maintain contact with their sponsor. Magnolia House encourages residents to develop new coping skills, interpersonal skills and independent living skills necessary for a healthy and successful life. Requirements for acceptance into Magnolia House include: ➢ Prior to entry into Magnolia House, residents are required to complete an initial stay within the residential program or partial hospitalization program at Timberline Knolls. ➢ Residents are required to have a strong desire to sustain their recovery in an independent living environment. ➢ Residents must make a minimum commitment to reside at Magnolia House for 90 days and may stay up to 1 year. ➢ Residents are required to maintain a lifestyle that is conducive to recovery; therefore, all residents must be employed within 3 weeks, doing volunteer work and /or a full -time student. ➢ Residents recovering from an addiction must have an active 12 -Step sponsor upon entering the house and must maintain a regular schedule of 12 -Step meeting attendance. ➢ Since Magnolia House is a sober living environment, residents will have periodic, random drug and alcohol testing. Cost of the Program The cost of the Program is $1500.00 per month for the first 3 months, then $1250.00 per month for the 4th — 6th month of housing and then $1000.00 per month for the 7th -12th month of housing. Payment for the first three months is due on the first day and on that same date every month thereafter. Residents are responsible for providing payment to the finance department. Any daily living costs such as food, toiletries, etc. are the responsibility of the resident. Residents wishing to reserve a bed in Magnolia House must give a $500.00 deposit. This deposit is fully refundable when the resident leaves Timberline Knolls as long as there are no extra costs incurred as a result of damages. House Structure & Meetings Residents provide daily support and encouragement to one another and are required to participate in weekly community meetings to discuss matters pertinent to the house operation, in addition to, daily le step house meetings. The residents are actively involved in the daily operation of the house. The house has an appointed chairwoman and secretary who are responsible for maintaining a structure of accepted rules, requirements and practices. The chairwoman and secretary must be abstinent from drugs and alcohol for at least 3 months before being appointed to this position and can hold up to a three month term. If the chairwoman or secretary relapses, a re- election will occur. Residents will receive continuing support and advice from all. Meetings ➢ Residents in recovery from an addiction must attend 12 -step meetings daily as indicated and show evidence of documented attendance by facilitators. ➢ Residents in recovery from an addiction must have a 12 -Step Sponsor at the time of admittance. ➢ Residents are expected to attend all house meetings and be on time. ➢ Residents are expected be respectful and honest in meetings. ➢ Residents are expected to respect the confidentiality of peers and what they share during meetings. RULES, EXPECTATIONS AND GUIDELINES House rules help strengthen recovery by providing guidelines that provide a sense of order, responsibility and ownership for residents. Cooperation and teamwork are necessary in order for the house to function effectively. In order to foster an environment of responsible behavior, accountability, shared purpose and mutual respect, residents must abide by the following house rules. Violation of any of the following rules listed below may result in dismissal from residency at Magnolia House. ✓ Drinking alcohol or using narcotics in any form ✓ Disrespectful and foul behavior, stealing and lying ✓ Fighting, verbal and /or physical abuse or violent behavior ✓ Destruction of property ✓ Racial or sexual harassment ✓ Possession of knives, weapons, firearms or fireworks of any kind ✓ Sexual contact with others on the premises ✓ Failure to attend 12 -Step meetings regularly and to maintain contact with a sponsor when indicated in the recovery plan Curfew Hours • Each resident is required to sign in and out of the house indicating their approximate time of return and be accountable for their whereabouts. • Residents are expected to be home by 10:00 PM on weekdays and 11:00 PM on weekends. If work hours conflict with this requirement, then arrangements must be made with the House Manager. • No overnight guests are allowed in the residence. Starting the day • Residents are expected to clean their rooms prior to leaving by 9:OOAM Monday through Friday excluding holidays. • Residents must be out of the house by 9:OOam until 3:00 PM. Meals • Residents are responsible for purchasing their own food. • Residents should label their own food. • Residents are responsible for cooking their own food. • Residents must attend to the stove or oven any time it is in use. • A menu of various cold food options is available in the dining hall at a cost to the resident. • One community meal is prepared per week and the assignment of this responsibility is delegated at community meeting. • Meals are prepared and served by the residents during the following times: o Breakfast: 6:30am — 8:30am o Lunch on weekends — 11:30pm — 1;OOpm o Dinner: 5:OOpm — 7:OOpm • Residents must wash their hands before cooking. • Food stored in the refrigerator must be placed in each resident's bin that is labeled with the resident's name. • All refrigerated items must be labeled with the residents initials and date of purchase. • All refrigerated left over food shall be dated and disposed of within one week. Chores • Residents are expected to clean up after themselves. • Residents are expected to keep their bedrooms clean in a joint effort with their roommate. Rooms will be checked daily for cleanliness including: o Clothes put away in closets and drawers o Dirty clothes in the hamper. o Toiletries and electrical items put away o Garbage is properly disposed of daily in the provided outdoor receptacles. • Residents are responsible for cleaning up their own dishes during the course of the day. • Residents are responsible for doing their own laundry between the hours of 6am — midnight. • The Chairwoman is responsible for creating with the cooperation of the residents at Sunday Community Meeting and posting a weekly chore list by Monday for chores starting on Monday. Chores are rotated on a weekly basis. • Residents are responsible for finding someone to complete a chore when they are unable to. • Resident must complete daily household chores by 9pm. • Residents are expected to do more thorough weekly cleaning on weekends including activities such as: o Vacuuming o Dusting o Thorough cleaning of bathrooms and the kitchen. Property of the House • Residents are not allowed to bring their own furniture into the house or to rearrange the furniture in the house. • Residents are expected to close window coverings when dressing and at night. • Residents are responsible for any property damage and the costs will be deducted from the deposit money. • Pets are not allowed in the house. • Residents may not hang pictures and other objects on walls, doors or ceilings. • Residents shall complete an orientation as to fire escape routes and basic fire extinguisher use upon entry to the program. Personal Property • Personal property must be kept in each resident's room. • Only appropriate pictures may be hung or recovery items on the bulletin board provided. • Timberline Knolls is not responsible for the loss of any resident's personal property. Residents should leave any valuables at home. • In order to prevent the spread of infection, residents should not share personal items such as make -up, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shaving equipment, hair accessories, etc. • Residents may not keep any items containing alcohol in the house such as mouthwash, astringents, or cold medications. • Residents are expected to be considerate of others when using personal radios, computers or other electronic devices by keeping them at an appropriate volume and using them at appropriate times. Repeated failure to follow rules for radio will result in removal from the resident's room. Electric devices may not be used from 10:00 PM — 7:00 PM. • Residents may have one automobile if it is in good working condition, not leaking fluids, registered and insured. Resident cars must be parked the reserved Timberline Knolls Parking spaces opposite of Magnolia House. Attire • Residents are expected to wear appropriate clothing at all times. • Pajamas are permitted before 8am and after 9:OOpm only. • Shirts must cover the midriff. • Any clothing exhibiting drugs, alcohol, or gang related material is not permitted. Personal Space / Privacy / Boundaries • Residents are expected to respect other peers' right to confidentiality and anonymity. • Residents are expected to be respectful towards others and act responsibly at all times. • Residents may not have physical contact with each other except for an appropriate hug. Relationships with other residents may be grounds for termination. Medication • Only medications that are prescribed by a doctor are allowed on the premises and other approved over -the- counter medications such as Tylenol, Motrin, etc. • Residents are expected to maintain a current list of their medications with the House Manager. • Residents are responsible for maintaining a supply of their own medication and taking their medications as prescribed. • Medication should not be left out in open or unprotected areas and should be kept in a drawer or with the person. • Methadone and other opiates are not permitted with the exception of prescribed Suboxone. • Medications containing alcohol are not permitted. • Abuse of medication will be considered a relapse and tenancy may be terminated. Visitors • Guests may visit in common areas for up to 3 hours per day. • Guests are expected to be appropriate and sober. • Guests are not allowed after 10:OOpm. Phone • Phone hours are from 6am — midnight. • Residents are expected to use their cellular phones. A land line will be provided in the house for emergencies only. • When answering the phone, do not give any information to the caller. If the individual is not available, take a message. Write the date, time, who call was for, name of caller and phone number on the message board. Health and Safety Rules • No smoking or chewing tobacco in the house. Smoking is only permitted outside the house and in the designated area outside the house. Residents are expected to safely dispose of cigarettes in the cigarette receptacle and not leave cigarettes on the ground. • Residents are expected to wear feet coverings /shoes at all times outside of their bedrooms. Flip flops are recommended when sharing a bathroom. • Food and beverages are only allowed in the dining room and are not allowed in the bedrooms or living room. • Residents must shut off all electrical equipment when they leave a room. • Residents should avoid using electrical items in the bathroom and use them in their rooms. • Residents should report any non - emergency maintenance issues to the house manager in writing. Any house emergencies requiring emergency attention such as gas leaks, fires, etc. should be reported to the fire department. • The exterior doors should be kept locked after curfew or when all residents go to bed. • If any medical or psychiatric emergencies occur, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room depending on the nature of the emergency. Grievances • Residents are expected to attempt to resolve any conflicts appropriately with the individual or by seeking assistance from their peers within the group. If residents are unable to resolve conflicts or have a grievance, they are expected to notify the house manager. • Residents must take responsibility to notify the house manager if someone is drinking or using substances. A resident's belongings may be searched if possession of illegal substances is suspected. I have read this document and agree to abide by the rules, guidelines and expectations required of me during my stay at Magnolia House. I understand that failure to maintain recovery behavior and failure to comply with the rules and expecations at Magnolia House may result in my being terminated from housing. Resident Signature: Date: Witness Signature Date: EXHIBIT "C" PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION HEARING CHECKLIST CASE No.�' PROJECT NAME /ADDRESS sic.�'done ` [� a 7' -�s) J(�oVOC 1. Open / re -open public hearing 2. Staff comments 3. Petitioner comments 4. Public comments 5. Commissioners' comments 6. Close public hearing 7. Commission discussion 8. Findings of fact and recommendation a. The special use, if granted, will have little impact on the surrounding neighborhood, because: 1. The number of occupants will be limited: and 2. The occupants will have previously completed rehabilited; and 3. Timberline Knolls will enforce strict living guidelines; and 4. The house will maintain the look of a single - family residence, which is consistent with the surrounding area; and 5. The activities and nature of the program operated in the house will generate little traffic, noise, or illumination. and b. The special use, if granted, would be ancillary and consistent with the approved use of the existing Timberline Knolls facility, which is located directly across the street. 9. Roll call vote Community Development Department Form 200. 18 Jan 07