HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 04/22/2003 - MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILLINOIS HELD AT THE CHARLES J. ZETTEK MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 901 WELLINGTON AVENUE ON TUESDAY APRIL 22, 2003
Mayor Craig B. Johnson called the meeting to order at 8:21 p.m.
1. ROLL CALL:
Present: Mayor: Craig B. Johnson;
Trustees: Nancy J. Czarnik, Bart K. Dill, Patton L. Feichter, Samuel L. Lissner, James P. Petri, Chris Prochno
Also Present: Village Manager, Gary E. Parrin; Village Attorney, George B. Knickerbocker; and Village Clerk, Ann I. Walsh
A quorum was present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Johnson led the Trustees and members of the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held on April 8, 2003 as submitted and dispense with the reading.
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
VOICE VOTE
MOTION CARRIED
4. REPORT OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Mayor announced the inauguration of Village and Library elected Officials would take place later this evening. There would be no public comment due to the special nature of the
Board meeting.
Re-appointments - Mayor Johnson made the following re-appointments and requested the concurrence of the Board:
Lois F. Colaprete to the Board of Health, (term ending 4-30-07), Frederick C. Geinosky (Secretary) to the Plan Commission (term ending 4-30-06), John R. Glass (Chairman) to the Plan
Commission (term ending 4-30-06), Allan R. Ambrose to the Police Pension Board (term ending 4-30-05), Marian B. Noehre to the Youth Commission (term ending 4-30-07) Ronald J. Nunes and
William B. O’Malley to the Youth Commission (term ending 4-30-05) and Paul B. Kaplan (Chairman) to the Zoning Board of Appeals (term ending 4-30-08).
Motion to concur with the Mayor’s reappointments of the abovementioned Board and Commission members.
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Feichter
AYES: Trustees Dill, Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED
Elk Grove Cinema - Mr. Willis Johnson, owner of the Elk Grove Cinema, notified the Village the theater would become an affordable first run movie theater. First run movies will be
shown beginning in May 2003 with a general rate of $4.00 for seniors and students. All others will be charged $4.00 before 4:00 p.m. and $6.00 thereafter. The change has come about
since the second rate movies were now available for home rental prior
to being shown at the theater. Free popcorn and pop refills will remain free of charge. There is a possibility that movies will be shown in the afternoons all week during the summer.
Trustee Czarnik reminded the audience of the Community Blood Drive on Saturday, April 26, 2003 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the lower level of the Charles J. Zettek Municipal Building.
Walk ins are welcome.
Residents will also be given the opportunity to participate in a raffle for a car. Identifications showing name, Date of Birth and Social Security number, driver’s license, State ID
or passport will be required. Krispy Kreme will provide donuts to all those who attend.
Trustee Feichter reported on attendance at a Character Counts Network meeting held at the School District 59 Administration Building on April 22, 2003.
As part of a Committee reorganization plan, a sub-committee has been formed that will be working on a Mission and Vision Statement to present at the next meeting on Tuesday, May 27,
2003 at 7:45 a.m.
The Elk Grove Police Department, under the leadership of Deputy Chief Michael Lebert, is working within the community and will address the baseball coaches and Chamber of Commerce.
Committee members Jim Arey and Bob Howard were recognized for their dedication to the Character Counts Program.
Lightning Detection System - Mayor Johnson announced Channel 7 TV would feature a program on Tuesday, April 29, 2003 at 10:00 p.m. on the new Elk Grove Village lightning protection
system. Elk Grove is the first in the State and first of its nature in the country, to have a system operational throughout the community.
Additional information will be available in a future newsletter.
5. APPROVAL OF WARRANT
Motion to authorize payment of invoices as shown on the April 22, 2003 Accounts Payable Warrant in the amount of $555,445.21.
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES: Trustees Dill, Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED
6. CONSENT AGENDA
The Village Manager gave an explanation of the following:
Consent Agenda Item U. - Copies of this ordinance (Ordinance No. 2936) regarding issuance of $4,500.000 for the Tax Increment Revenue Note mentioned in the Redevelopment Agreement with
Corrib Construction (Rohlwing and Devon) were distributed to the Board this evening.
Consent Agenda Item V. - Ordinance No. 2937 on the Amendment to the Addendum requests approval for conveyance of two Village owned parcels to Corrib Construction, pursuant to the Redevelopment
Agreement. A second amendment to the Redevelopment Agreement with Corrib will not be executed.
Consent Agenda Item W. – Resolution No. 33-03 approves an Engagement Letter to retain Chapman and Cutler as Bond Counsel for issuance of the tax increment revenue notes (Devon/Rohlwing).
4. Consent Agenda Item X. – Awarding of a contract.
Three items pertain to the new development of the banquet facility, hotel and restaurant at Rohlwing and Devon. A May 1, 2003 closing is scheduled.
Item G. – Resident Jeff Snyder, 1901 Albany Court inquired if new sod is allocated for the parkways near the Margaret Mead School and Fountain Square Park.
The Director of Public Works confirmed the sod restoration is planned for restoration following repair of water mains, sanitary sewers and some plow damage.
Mayor Johnson explained it is the responsibility of the entities that have property abutting parkways to maintain those parkways and asked that a letter be sent to the Park District
and School District asking for their assistance in this matter.
A. W.S. Darley & Co., Melrose Park, IL – Waive the formal bidding process; and
Award a sole source contract to furnish and deliver 10 sets of Morning Pride turnout gear in a total amount not to exceed $15,000.00.
B. Kindergarden Drawing, Inc., Streamwood, IL – Award a professional services contract to provide computer-aided drafting and designing services for the Fire Department’s pre-plan drawings
for the period May 1, 2003 through April 30, 2004 in a total contract amount not to exceed $16,000.00.
C. Fulton Contracting Company, Roselle, IL – Increase a previously authorized contract (approved 1/28/03) to install an outdoor warning siren in the amount of $1,475.00, for a total
contract amount of $18,275.00.
D. Kale Uniforms, Chicago, IL – Waive the formal bidding process; and
Award a sole source contract to provide uniforms and accessories on an as-needed basis for the period May 1, 2003 through April 30, 2004 in a total amount not to exceed $25,000.00.
E. Safety Systems Corporation, Carol Stream, IL – Waive the formal bidding process; and
Award a contract to furnish and deliver 98 Avon FM12 Respirators in a total contract amount not to exceed $26,242.44.
F. Chicago Communications, Inc., Elmhurst, IL – Award a service contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder to maintain the Village’s radio communications in a total contract
amount of $35,157.00.
G. T.N.T. Landscaping, Rolling Meadows, IL – Award a contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder to provide parkway turf restoration services in a total contract amount
not to exceed $35,400.00.
H. Koral Maintenance, Inc., Mount Prospect, IL – Renew an existing contract (approved 4/9/02) for custodial service at the Public Works and Fire Administration Buildings for the period
May 1, 2003 through April 30, 2004 in a total contract amount not to exceed $36,000.00.
I. Hewlett-Packard Corporation, Omaha, NE – Award a contract for the purchase of 38 desktop and two laptop personal computers through the Western States Contracting Alliance joint purchasing
program in a total contract amount not to exceed $41,444.00.
J. Team Mechanical, Wheeling, IL – Renew an existing service contract (approved 4/25/00) to provide maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units in a total contract
amount not to exceed $51,274.83.
K. TranSystems Corporation, Schaumburg, IL – Award a professional service contract for preliminary engineering services for the Willow Creek Box Culvert Improvements in a total contract
amount not to exceed $56,897.00 from the ICRC Fund.
L. Earth Inc., Bensenville, IL – Renew an existing contract (approved 5/8/01) for hauling and disposal of non-toxic debris for the period May 1, 2003 through April 30, 2004 in a total
contract amount not to exceed $83,040.
M. Kovilic Construction Company, Inc., Franklin Park, IL – Award a contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder to install pumps, controls, and perform repairs at the Pratt
Boulevard Sanitary Lift Station in a total contract amount not to exceed $87,470 from the Water & Sewer Fund.
N. Insurance Premiums/Liability Insurance – Approve the Liability Insurance Premiums for Fiscal Year 2003/2004, submitted by Arthur J. Gallagher at a premium level as determined for
the following coverages:
Worker’s Compensation $ 43,055
General Liability Package 460,887
Additional $1 million Excess Liability 67,000
Auto Damage
Building/Contents
EMT/Paramedic Liability
Public Officials
Police Professional
Boiler & Machinery 16,700
Federal Flood Coverage 8,829
Excess Liability (HELP) 110,832
Community Nurse/Clinics 7,852
Fiduciary Liability/Pensions 5,701
Underground Storage Tanks 5,017
Public Official Bond (2001-2005) 0
TOTAL $725,873
and;
Award a professional service contract to Gallagher-Bassett for the administration of the Village’s self-insured liability plan in an amount not to exceed $65,738; and
Add line of coverage for terrorist acts as defined by the federal Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002 in the amount of $15,233.
O. Busse Road Transit Corridor Improvements – Adopt Resolution No. 29-03 entitled, “A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE A JOINT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE
OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORATION (IDOT) AND THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE FOR THE BUSSE ROAD TRANSIT CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS (MARK STREET TO OAKTON STREET).”
P. Class 6B Status/1845 Tonne Road – Adopt Resolution 30-03 entitled, “A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE APPROPRIATENESS FOR CLASS 6B STATUS PURSUANT TO THE COOK COUNTY REAL PROPERTY CLASSIFICATION
ORDINANCE AS AMENDED JANUARY 1, 2000 FOR CERTAIN REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 1845 TONNE ROAD, ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILLINOIS (BIO PORT CORPORATION).”
Q. IDOT Agreement/Willow Creek Box Culvert Rehabilitation – Adopt Resolution No. 31-03 entitled, “A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $57,000 FOR PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING
SERVICES FOR THE WILLOW CREEK BOX CULVERT REHABILITATION AT ARTHUR AVENUE, PRATT BOULEVARD AND LUNT AVENUE PROJECT NO. BHOS-00D1 (624); SECTION NO. 02-00048-00-BR.”
R. SOC Appointments – Adopt Resolution No. 32-03 entitled, “Á RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE DIRECTOR AND ALTERNATE DIRECTOR OF THE SUBURBAN O’HARE COMMISSION FOR THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE
VILLAGE (SOC).”
S. SWANCC Appointments – Adopt Ordinance No. 2934 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF A DIRECTOR AND ALTERNATE DIRECTORS TO THE SOLID WASTE AGENCY OF
NORTHERN COOK COUNTY, A MUNICIPAL JOINT ACTION AGENCY (SWANCC).”
T. JAWA Appointments – Adopt Ordinance No. 2935 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING THE REPRESENTATIVE TO THE NORTHWEST SUBURBAN MUNICIPAL JOINT ACTION WATER AGENCY FOR THE VILLAGE
OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE (JAWA).”
U. Devon/Rohlwing Redevelopment Project/Revenue Note – Adopt Ordinance No. 2936 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE, COOK AND DUPAGE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS, PROVIDING
FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A NOT TO EXCEED $4,500,000 TAX INCREMENT REVENUE NOTE DEVON (ROHLWING REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT) SERIES 2003, AND PLEDGING CERTAIN INCREMENTAL PROPERTY TAX REVENUES TO
THE PAYMENT THEREOF.”
V. Devon/Rohlwing Redevelopment Project Phase II – Adopt Ordinance No. 2937 entitled, “ÁN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE TO CONVEY TWO (2) PARCELS OF PROPERTY
TO CORRIB CONSTRUCTION COMPANY/ELK GROVE HOSPITALITY, INC. PURSUANT TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE AND CORRIB CONSTRUCTION COMPANY ADOPTED BY
THE VILLAGE PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE 2910 PASSED AND APPROVED OCTOBER 8, 2002.”
W. Chapman and Cutler/Engagement Letter – Adopt Resolution No. 33-03 entitled, “A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN ENGAGEMENT LETTER BETWEEN CHAPMAN AND CUTLER AND THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE
AND AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF SAID LETTER BY SIGNATURE OF THE VILLAGE MANAGER.”
X. Hoskins Chevrolet, Elk Grove Village, IL – Waive the formal bidding process and award a negotiated bid contract for a 2003 Chevrolet Impala in the amount of $18,600.
Motion to approve Consent Agenda items “A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I,J,K,L,M,N,O,P,Q,R,S,T,U,V,W, and X.”
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Dill
AYES: Trustees Dill, Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED
7. REGULAR AGENDA
Sign Variation/Regency Square Apartments -
Motion to grant a request from Regency Square Apartments for a variation to permit the installation of two monument signs (Perrie Drive and Landmeier Road) as follows:
Free Standing Identification Signs
2
Not Permitted
2
Sign Area
2 @ 45 sq. ft. center mounted on a 4’ high by 27’ long masonry wall
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Petri
AYES: Trustees Dill, Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED
The petitioner was complimented on the improvement and told to contact the Director of Engineering and Community Development for permits.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
8. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN PETRI
a. Salt Creek Improvements – Work on this project should begin soon.
9. JUDICIARY, PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN DILL
Meeting Schedule – A meeting of the JPZ Committee is scheduled on Tuesday, May 20, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. to hear a presentation by the Engineering Department regarding agenda item a. Residential
Teardown Regulations, and item b. Parking Variations with Respect to Commercial Areas. Members of the Press and the public were invited to attend.
10. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LISSNER
No Report
11. RECYCLING & WASTE COMMITTEE - TRUSTEE PROCHNO
Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Days
Saturday – April 26, 2003 at Niles North High School from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and
Saturday, May 10, 2003 across from the Alexian Flyers Field Stadium in Schaumburg during the times listed above.
Call 847-923-3707 for more information.
12. INFORMATION COMMITTEE - TRUSTEE FEICHTER
Channel 6 – Most of the Channel 6 equipment has been moved from the Park District to the Fire Administration Building. Channel 6 will be broadcasting from there soon.
Meeting Schedule – The Information Committee will meet on Monday, May 5, 2003 at 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the proposed policies and procedures for Channel 6, the review
of the proposed programming schedule and to review the proposal for Village Board meetings on the WEB.
The Channel 6 Cable move should be completed by May 1, 2003.
Committee Reappointments - Mayor Johnson announced there would be no changes to the Village Board Committees or Chairpersons. With the
concurrence of the Board, reassignments will be made after the next Mayoral election (2005).
13. INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION COMMISSION
TRUSTEES LISSNER/PETRI
Trustee Petri pointed out various adopted Consent Agenda Items dealing with the ICRC projects. Culvert replacement and work on the transit corridor on Busse Road were referenced.
Busse Road Improvements will be completed from Mark Street to the Higgins Oakton Intersection and will consist of 14 bus shelters, street lighting, sidewalks and various other improvements.
Work will begin this summer.
A Class 6B tax incentive allowing a company to enjoy a lower tax rate (36% to 16%) for twelve (12) years was approved under Agenda Item 6.P.
Trustee Petri gave a brief explanation of the restrictions that must be met to qualify for approval.
Cooper Lighting, a 700,000 square foot building, and the building located at 1800 Touhy Avenue were granted Class 6B status at the April 8, 2003 Village Board meeting.
Property located at 1845 Tonne Road was approved for a Class 6B this evening. This property was formerly known as the Jordan Pharmaceutical Company and has been vacant for 18 months.
A new company intends to purchase the building and complete significant renovations at a cost of two million dollars.
Meeting Schedule – The next meeting of the ICRC will be held on Thursday, May 1, 2003 at 5:15 p.m. Two public relation firms are being interviewed on that date.
14. YOUTH COMMISSION - TRUSTEE PROCHNO
Yellow Ribbon Campaign – Over 10,000 ribbons have been distributed and more are available at the Village Hall and Park District Pavilion. Residents were encouraged to continue tying
ribbons throughout the Village in support or our troops in Iraq.
Scholarship – The Youth Commission and Park District are sponsoring four $500.00 scholarships to be awarded to Elk Grove Village students residing in the Village. The winners will
be chosen based on a short essay stating how they have impacted the community in a positive way. Applications are available at the Village Hall, Elk Grove High School and Conant High
School.
Last Dance – The Commission and Park District are again sponsoring a junior high school dance on Saturday, May 10, 2003 called the “Last Dance”. Approximately 450 students attended
the dance last year.
Meeting Schedule – The Youth Commission will meet on Wednesday, May 7, 2003 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chernick Conference Room.
15. PARADE COMMISSION - TRUSTEE CZARNIK
Meeting Schedule – The next meeting of the Parade Commission will be held on Monday, May 5, 2003 at 5:45 p.m.
2003 Hometown Parade - The Parade Commission extended an invitation to Elk Grove service men and women to display their pictures or join other participants on their parade floats.
Interested families can contact the Commission by calling Trustee Czarnik directly or the Village Hall at 847/357-4030.
Parade applications have been mailed. Anyone who might be interested in participating should contact Trustee Czarnik.
Residents were invited to join the Commission and Grand Marshalls, the Elk Grove Lions and Lioness Clubs, for the Hometown Parade, Tropical Paradise, on June 14, 2003 at 7:30 p.m.
Patriotic banners are in place and will remain through Labor Day.
16. PLAN COMMISSION - VILLAGE MANAGER
No Report
17. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - VILLAGE MANAGER
No Report
18. REPORTS OF OTHER BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COMMITTEES
a. CABLE TV COMMITTEE - TRUSTEES PETRI/LISSNER
Meeting Schedule – The next meeting of the Regional Cable Committee will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2003.
Trustee Lissner referenced his discussion with Trustee Feichter at the last Village Board meeting regarding installation of new cable modems for Internet access.
As a point of clarification, Trustee Lissner said it may have been taken that the cable company should be called if residents did not receive a new modem, but it was really intended
that if a modem was mailed out the resident should install it, otherwise the one you have should be adequate. Questions should be directed to customer service.
b. COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD - TRUSTEE CZARNIK
New Officers - A meeting was held on Thursday April 17, 2003. New Officers of the Board are: James P. Morrill, President; Anne Feichter, Vice President; Teresa E. Anesinis, Secretary.
Resignation - Past President Mary Hale has tendered her resignation from the Community Services Board. Trustee Czarnik expressed appreciation and gratitude to Mrs. Hale for her dedication
these past six years and wished her well in her future endeavors.
Cook County Sheriff’s Senior Medal of Honor - Bedelia (Dedo) Brandt has been chosen as the recipient of the Sheriff’s Senior Medal of Honor Award. Mrs. Brandt has volunteered at Alexian
Brothers Medical Center since 1966 and volunteers for the Auxiliary Cancer Care Unit, hospice, surgical waiting room and the American Cancer’s Relay for Life.
Baskets – A total of 29 holiday baskets were distributed on April 17, 2003. Trustee Czarnik thanked all who donated.
Community Spirit Award – Residents were reminded to nominate someone they think has done something nice for someone. Forms are at Village Hall, Library, Pavilion and Jarosch Bakery.
c. LIQUOR COMMISSION - MAYOR JOHNSON
No Report
d. SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE – MAYOR JOHNSON
50th Anniversary - The Mayor commented the Village’s 50th Anniversary would be celebrated in three years. A 50th Anniversary Committee will be appointed next Fall.
O’HARE UPDATE – MAYOR JOHNSON
The Circuit Court, located in Cook County and the City of Chicago, has ruled against the Village in Chicago’s challenge to Elk Grove’s disconnection fee ordinance. The Village will
appeal that decision and feels very confident they have a very strong case.
Mayor Johnson commended Attorney Ron Zamarin, the Village’s Special Counsel, for an outstanding job.
Senator Peter Fitzgerald has announced he will not run for re-election. The Mayor expressed his disappointment and spoke of the strong support the Senator has given to the community
in the last four plus years.
Mayor Johnson discussed the negative editorials written in the past about the Senator and the hypocrisy of the recent Tribune Newspaper article praising the Senator’s independence and
willingness to fight on our behalf.
Senator Fitzgerald will remain in office for two more years and has promised to continue to fight on behalf of this community to stop the O’Hare expansion.
Mayor Johnson warned the audience that Chicago has not given up. Chicago will hold a public hearing on May 7, 2003 to discuss the expansion of O’Hare and Mayor Daley stated on WBBM
radio today he will continue to push for legislation approval in Washington D.C.
The Village Board will continue to fight, are unified, and will do whatever is necessary to stop the expansion plan.
19. ORDINANCE, RESOLUTIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS – VILLAGE CLERK
None
20. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Village Board – The continued public hearing before the Public Vehicle Commission will take place May 13, 2003 (My Chauffeur Limousine Service).
Village Attorney – Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 2938 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIATION OF SECTIONS 3-7:D-2 AND 7-1 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF
AN ACCESSORY STRUCTURE WHICH WILL BE LOCATED LESS THAN SIX (6) FEET FROM THE SIDE LOT LINE LOCATED AT 1245 HEMLOCK DRIVE (LONG).”
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Feichter
AYES: Trustees Dill, Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED
21. REPORT FROM THE VILLAGE MANAGER
No Report
22. NEW BUSINESS
Mayor Johnson thanked the community for their support of the Village Trustees and Library Board candidates in the last election. The only community races not contested in this
election were the Library and Village offices. This is an indication that the public appreciates the openness of government and the type of government brought to the community.
Mayor Johnson commended the Board and noted necessary actions and decisions have been done in the best interest of the community. The Board was one of the few that took the initiatives
necessary and faced financial issues prior to the election. That those running for re-election were unopposed serves as indication the community appreciates their efforts. The Mayor
stated the Board does not always agree on every issue but unites once a decision has been made.
Mayor Johnson recognized the cooperation enjoyed between the Village and Library and complimented the Library Board on their dedication to the community.
Mayor Johnson congratulated re-elected Library Trustees Don Henderson and Ron Flowers who will be sworn in this evening.
Trustee James P. Petri was recognized and commended on reelection to his seventh term of office. Trustee Nancy J. Czarnik who will serve a fourth full term in addition to the two prior
years was congratulated and thanked. Trustee Samuel L. Lissner, who has served on the Harper College and School District 59, was also recognized for his time of service.
Mayor Johnson administered the Oath of Office to Library Trustees Ron Flowers and Don Henderson.
Mayor Johnson administered the Oath of Office to Village Trustees Samuel L. Lissner, Nancy J. Czarnik and James P. Petri.
Trustee Lissner said he loves serving the community and thanked family and the Village staff for their support. He encouraged residents to contact him with their feedback on Village
issues and announced his plans to run again in the 2007 election.
Trustee Czarnik thanked all the Boards who came before her that made Elk Grove the “Exceptional Community” and stated she hoped to play a small part in continuing to make Elk Grove
a place to be proud to live and work in.
Trustee Petri, the second longest serving Trustee and the longest continuous serving Trustee, stated it has been his pleasure and honor to serve the Village for 26 years. He spoke of
future improvements planned by the ICRC and the importance of the Business Park to the community. He thanked his wife Patti and closed with the quote by General Patton “I love it so.”
Mayor Johnson invited everyone for cake and coffee in the atrium.
23. ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:17 p.m.
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Feichter
AYES: Trustees Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik, Dill
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED
Ann I. Walsh, Village Clerk
Craig B.Johnson, Mayor