===== PDF PAGE 1 ===== CITY OF WEST CHICAGO WHERE HISTORY & PROGRESS MEET Historical Preservation Commission Tuesday, September 22, 2026 - 6:00 p.m. West Chicago City Hall -- Council Chambers 475 Main Street West Chicago, IL 60185 AGENDA 1. Call to Order, Roll Call and Establishment of a Quorum 2. Public Comment 3. Approval of the draft August 25, 2026 Meeting Minutes 4. Certificate of Appropriateness Review A. COA 26-18 - 215 E Washington Street - Keith Letsche - Soffit/Fascia Repair B. COA 26-19 - 118 Main Street - Josue Morales - Re-shingle roof 5. Preliminary Review 6. Historic District/Landmark Updates 7. Other Business 8. Adjournment - The next regularly scheduled meeting is October 27, 2026 Daniel Bovey MAYOR Viviana Ramirez CITY ADMINISTRATOR 475 Main Street West Chicago, Illinois 60185 T 630.293.2200 F 630.293.3028 westchicago.org ===== PDF PAGE 2 ===== CITY OF WEST CHICAGO WHERE HISTORY & PROGRESS MEET Draft Minutes HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION August 25, 2026 - 6:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order, Roll Call, and Establishment of a Quorum The meeting was called to order by Chairman Letsche at 6:06 p.m. Roll call found Chairman Letsche, and Commissioners Pletcher, Vigsnes, and Edwards present. Commissioner Cavataio and Rev. Andrews were absent. With four members present, a quorum was established. 2. Public Comment - None 3. Approval of the draft July 28, 2026, Meeting Minutes Commissioner Pletcher made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Vignes, to approve the July 28, 2026, meeting minutes. With a voice vote of all ayes, the motion carried and the minutes were approved. 5. Certificate of Appropriateness Review A. COA 26-14 -- 209 E Washington Street - Iris Isiordia - Driveway Mr. Caravello stated that Iris Isiordia, owner of the single-family home at 209 E Washington Street, a residence located in the East Washington Historic District, is requesting approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness to widen the width of the existing driveway by two (2) feet. The increase of width will be constructed with brick pavers and will extend the length of forty-six (46) linear feet. The driveway complies with all zoning requirements. After a brief discussion, Commissioner Vigsnes made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Edwards, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. With a voice vote of four (4) ayes, the motion carried. B. COA 26-15 - 151 W Washington Street - Mathew Myers - Masonry Repair Mr. Caravello stated that Matthew Myers, representing Wiant House Properties, owner of the Joel Wiant House at 151 West Washington Street in the Turner Junction Historic District, is requesting approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness for comprehensive exterior masonry restoration. The project is to address masonry deterioration on all four elevations of the building, including failed mortar joints, cracked and displaced brick, and eroded stone that could threaten the building envelope. Mr. Meyers provided all the commissioners with a QR to view the brick samples that were chosen for the repairs. After a brief discussion, Commissioner Pletcher made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Edwards, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. With a voice vote of four (4) ayes, the motion carried. Daniel Bovey MAYOR Viviana Ramirez CITY ADMINISTRATOR 475 Main Street West Chicago, Illinois 60185 T 630.293.2200 F 630.293.3028 westchicago.org ===== PDF PAGE 3 ===== C. COA 26-17 - 207 Main Street - Ma. Arroyo Gonzalez - Awning Sign Mr. Caravello stated that Ma. Mercedes Arroyo Gonzalez, owner of 207 Main Street, is requesting approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness to remove and replace the existing awnings on the front of the building. The building is a one-story commercial structure with and attached two story structure. The applicant intends to remove the awnings and frames and replace them in the same locations. Each awning will contain Sunbrella fabric with black color. The awnings will contain the name of the new business. After a brief discussion, Commissioner Pletcher made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Vignes, to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness as presented. With a voice vote of four (4) ayes, the motion carried. D. COA 26-18 - 215 E Washington Street - Keith Pletcher - Soffit/Fascia Repair Mr. Caravello stated that Keith Letsche, owner of the single-family home at 209 E Washington Street, a residence located in the East Washington Historic District, is requesting approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness to repair and replace rotted and damaged fascia, soffit, and crown molding. All materials will be replaced with matching materials and painted to match the existing trim. For a detailed breakdown of the scope of work, please see the attached work estimate and photograph of the existing architectural details. The scope of work does not require a City of West Chicago building permit. Because the home is owned by Chairman Letsche he recused himself from the vote and sat in the audience. The committee was led by Vice-Chairman Pletcher. After a brief discussion, Vice-Chairman Pletcher determined that with the recusal of Chairman Letsche, the Commission did not have a quorum for a vote. The Certificate of Appropriateness will be continued until the September 22, 2026, meeting. 6. Preliminary Review None 7. Historic District/Landmark Updates None 8. Other Business None 9. Adjournment With no further business to discuss, Commissioner Vignes made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Edwards, to adjourn the meeting. With a voice vote of all ayes the motion carried and the Historical Preservation Commission, at 7:14 p.m., adjourned. Respectfully submitted by Stuart J. Caravello, Chief Building Official Daniel Bovey MAYOR Viviana Ramirez CITY ADMINISTRATOR 475 Main Street West Chicago, Illinois 60185 T 630.293.2200 F 630.293.3028 westchicago.org ===== PDF PAGE 4 ===== CITY OF WEST CHICAGO HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY ITEM TITLE: Soffit Fascia Repair 215 E Washington Street Keith Letsche AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 4 A. COMMISSION AGENDA DATE: 09-22-26 C.O.A. # 26-18 STAFF REVIEW: Stuart Caravello, Chief Building Official SIGNATURE ITEM SUMMARY: Keith Letsche, owner of the single-family home at 209 E Washington Street, a residence located in the East Washington Historic District, is requesting approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness to repair and replace rotted and damaged fascia, soffit, and crown molding. All materials will be replaced with matching materials and painted to match the existing trim. For a detailed breakdown of the scope of work, please see the attached work estimate and photograph of the existing architectural details. The scope of work does not require a City of West Chicago building permit. The home was commonly known as the William Reed House, it is an Italianate / Queen Anne, which was constructed in 1874 and is a significant structure. No modifications are proposed for the home. ACTION PROPOSED: Consideration of a soffit, fascia, and trim repair at the home of 215 E Washington Street. ===== PDF PAGE 5 ===== [Image-only exhibit: color photograph of the front and roof of the William Reed House at 215 E Washington Street. No visible text.] ===== PDF PAGE 6 ===== CITY OF WEST CHICAGO HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY ITEM TITLE: Roof Shingle Replacement 118 Main Street Josue Morales AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 4 B. COMMISSION AGENDA DATE: 09-22-26 C.O.A. # 26-19 STAFF REVIEW: Stuart Caravello, Chief Building Official SIGNATURE ITEM SUMMARY: Josue Morales, owner of 118 Main Street in the East Washington Historic District, is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness to remove and replace the existing roof shingles on the building. The existing shingles are asphalt and are at "end of life". The applicant intends to re-shingle the building with asphalt high-definition shingles in a color to match the existing. All work will be performed by a Illinois licensed roofing contractor and will secure a building permit with the City of West Chicago. The City will perform the required building inspection to approve the work. ACTION PROPOSED: Consideration of removal and replacement of the asphalt roof shingles to the residence located at 118 Main Street. ===== PDF PAGE 7 ===== IKO Proven Performance TECHNICAL DATA SHEET 04/2026 DYNASTY® Dynasty laminated two-piece, asphalt shingles feature IKO's ArmourZone®. Features and Benefits - ArmourZone Reinforcement - True Square Advantage - Class 3 Impact Resistance Rating - Proprietary FastLock Sealant - Blue-Green Algae Resistant - Fiberglass-Reinforced IKO Dynasty's durable fiberglass mat and thick asphalt coating enables Dynasty to achieve a Class 3 Impact Resistance rating. IKO's proprietary FastLock sealant along the shingle's bottom edge, once activated by the heat of the sun, creates a super-strong bond to help the shingles seal down. 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