City Council Meeting 7-6-2026

The City Council meeting of Des Plaines on July 6, 2026, included several procurement and development-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of a conditional use for a livery service at 301 West Oakton Street, involving a bus rental and contract service provider primarily serving school districts. The council also considered and approved a conditional use permit and major variations for a food processing establishment at 1641-1647 Oakton Place, addressing compliance and permitting issues related to recent expansions. Additionally, the council approved resolutions declaring the property at 678 Lee Street as blighted and supporting a Cook County Class 7B real estate tax incentive to encourage redevelopment of a historic building into a restaurant and event venue, with projected investments exceeding $16.5 million and significant employment opportunities. The council also amended conditions related to a planned unit development for a residential assembly use on Powder Road, adjusting attendee thresholds and traffic management requirements. The meeting included motions passed by roll call votes for these items and emphasized adherence to permitting and code compliance for ongoing projects.