PUBLIC NOTICE

VILLAGE OF FRANKLIN PARK, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

September 29, 2022

Public Notice, pursuant to 65 ILCS 5/11-74.4-4(c), is hereby given that the Village President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Franklin Park, Cook County, Illinois (the “Village”), an Illinois municipal corporation, will contemplate the execution of a redevelopment agreement for the purchase and sale of a parcel of vacant property within the West Mannheim Residential Area TIF District on Monday, October 17, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room, Franklin Park Police Station, 9451 W. Belmont Avenue, Franklin Park, Illinois. The proposed agreement is being contemplated in connection with a Redevelopment Plan and Project (the “Project”) for the designated Redevelopment Project Area known as the West Mannheim Residential TIF Redevelopment Project Area (the “Project Area”), pursuant to the Illinois Tax Increment Allocation Redevelopment Act, 65 ILCS 5/11-74.4-1, et seq., (the “Act”).

A copy of the terms of the redevelopment agreement for the construction of an approximately 11,200 square foot multi-tenant commercial building on a 1.29 acre vacant parcel of property owned by the Village and commonly known as 3010 Mannheim Road, Franklin Park, Illinois is on file and available for examination during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. in the office of the Village Clerk, located at 9500 W. Belmont Avenue, Franklin Park, Illinois 60131, (847) 671-4800.

In accordance with the Act, all interested persons or parties are further notified and invited to submit an alternative bid for the Village owned property in the Project Area to the Village Clerk at the address identified in the preceding paragraph for consideration by the Village from this time and until Monday, October 17, 2022, at 3:00 p.m.

In the event of questions, all persons or parties should contact John Schneider, Community Development Director, Village of Franklin Park, Village Hall, 9500 W. Belmont Avenue, Franklin Park, Illinois 60131, (847) 671-4800.

/s/ April Arellano, Village Clerk

Click here for Redvelopment Agreement

IDI Logistics Breaks Ground at 3500 Wolf

On October 21st, 2021, Community Development staff attended a ground breaking ceremony for 3500 Wolf Road. IDI Logistics is building a new 100,463 square foot warehouse and distribution facility at the site of the former Precision Steel warehouse. The new building will feature 32-foot clear ceilings, 24 exterior docks, two grade-level overhead doors, 49 trailer stalls and 86 off-street parking spaces. The building will contain approximately 5,000 square feet of office space and 95,000 square feet of warehouse/distribution space. The project is expected to be completed by October 2022.

Rendering of the redevelopment.

Construction is ongoing at 3500 Wolf Road

PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF SURPLUS REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE VILLAGE OF FRANKLIN PARK AT 9800 FRANKLIN AVENUE

September 16, 2021

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Village of Franklin Park (the “Village”) adopted Resolution No.: 2122-R-10 declaring a parcel of real property located at 9800 Franklin Avenue, Franklin Park, Illinois (the “Property”) as surplus property.  The Village is listing the Property for sale with Darwin Realty & Development Corporation, 970 North Oaklawn Avenue, Suite 100, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 (the “Darwin”).  A copy of Resolution No.: 2122-R-10 is printed below. Copies of the Appraisal of the Property and the Exclusive Right to Sell Agreement between the Village and Darwin is available in the office of the Village Clerk, Village Hall, Village of Franklin Park, 9500 West Belmont Avenue, Franklin Park, Illinois 60131 or at www.villageoffranklinpark.com. In the event of questions, please contact Nicholas Walny, Senior Planner, 9500 West Belmont Avenue, Franklin Park, Illinois, or at (847) 671-4800.

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Click here for Resolution Number 2122-R-10, Appraisal of Property, and Exclusive Right to Sell Agreement with Darwin Realty

World Headquarters Relocates to Franklin Park

June 28, 2021

Life Fitness, the world-wide leader in commercial fitness equipment, will relocate its global headquarters and construct a new facility in Franklin Park. The company currently has a facility in Franklin Park at 10601 Belmont Avenue, but plans to significantly renovate and expand it, consolidating corporate offices there and adding staff. Construction will begin this month. When completed, the location will feature a state-of-the-art fitness showroom and an Experience Center to facilitate product development. The renovations are expected to be completed in 2023. The relocation of this prestigious global headquarters demonstrates Franklin Park’s strong desirability as a business address. 

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New Village Website for COVID-19 Resources

April 4, 2020

The Village has created a webpage with resources, guidelines, and up to date information for businesses seeking COVID-19 relief through State and Federal programs.  This site will be updated regularly as information becomes available.

COVID-19 Resources for Businesses and Employers

Now Live: Zoning Code Update Website

January 17, 2020

The Community Development Department has been working hand in hand with Camiros to address concerns with the Village’s existing code, identify opportunities for improvement, and highlight trends and best practices that are in line with the Village’s Comprehensive Plan and vision for the future. 

That said, Camiros has developed a website to provide a central location for our reports, presentations, and information on  upcoming events.  There is also a form under the “Get Involved” tab to allow the public to voice their comments and concerns directly to the Community Development Department.  The website can be accessed at the following link:

Franklin Park Zoning Code Rewrite

Visit the website to stay informed on our progress and learn more about opportunities to get involved!

Members of the Cook County Revolving Loan Fund Coalition for Brownfield Remediation met in Franklin Park.

Cook County Revolving Loan Fund for Brownfield Remediation Opens Door for New Redevelopment Opportunities

October 21, 2019

On October 16, 2019, representatives from the Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability and Weaver Consultants Group provided information to members of the Cook County Revolving Loan Fund Coalition for Brownfield Remediation.  According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), a brownfield is a property where the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant.  The coalition includes Bellwood, Franklin Park, Schiller Park, and other Cook County municipalities where brownfield sites may qualify for loans for cleanup and remediation.

The meeting provided updates on the loan program where members were informed that projects that are ready for remediation and redevelopment are being prioritized.  The goal of this revolving loan fund is to revitalize contaminated sites within eligible municipalities in order to attract employers to redevelop problem properties, leverage existing transportation and logistics assets, generate living wage jobs, and create new public open green space.  With these goals, the County and participating municipalities will foster livable, vibrant communities that are safe, healthy, and amenity-rich for all residents by bringing brownfield sites to productive uses.

If you know of any brownfield sites within Franklin Park that may be eligible for redevelopment through this loan, contact the Community Development Department at (847) 671-8276 for more information.

Additional information on the program can be accessed here: Cook County - Brownfield Redevelopment

Learn more about past projects here: Cook County Brownfield Redevelopment Story Map

The Trail Advisory Group (TAG) has walked segments of the Des Plaines River Trail to identify opportunities for improvement and potential alternate routes.

Des Plaines River Trail Redevelopment

September 16, 2019

The Des Plaines River Trail Improvements project took another step forward in June as a variety of community, municipal, and county organizations met to discuss new and improved trail route options.

The effort is being spearheaded by the Intergovernmental Coalition of the Des Plaines River Trail which consists of the West Central Municipal Conference, Village of Franklin Park, Village of Rosemont, City of Des Plaines, City of Park Ridge, Village of River Grove, Village of Elmwood Park, and the Village of Schiller Park.

The Des Plaines River Trail Improvements project has received $721,000 of STP funds allocated from the North Central Council of Mayors, $240,000 from the Cook County “Invest in Cook” grant, $1,030,000 from the West Central Municipal Conference, and $100,000 from the Chicago Community Trust. Together, this money has funded Phase I engineering and planning undertaken by Active Transportation Alliance & Christopher B. Burke Engineering (CBBEL) of Rosemont.

In order to address the chronic issues of flooding, disrepair, and unsafe road crossings that have been afflicting the Des Plaines River Trail for years, key stakeholders have formed the Trail Advisory Group (TAG) to work with CBBEL to identify potential route alternatives and trail improvements. TAG includes representatives from the aforementioned municipalities and organizations; as well as the Forest Preserve District of Cook County and other Chicagoland area groups. Moreover, TAG has been looking to expand the trail from its current terminus at North Avenue to the Illinois Prairie Path and Miller Meadow near Forest Park.  

When completed and connected to existing trailways, the Des Plaines River Trail would extend from the Wisconsin border to the Stevenson Expressway—a distance of 50+ miles! Such an ambition corresponds with CMAP’s ON TO 2050 Plan of a continuous Greenway and Trails network for Northeastern Illinois.