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HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 12/13/2005 - FIRST CALENDAR RAFFLE 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 DECEMBER 13, 2005 Mayor Craig B. Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m. 1. ROLL CALL: Present: Mayor: Craig B. Johnson; Trustees: Nancy J. Czarnik, Patton L. Feichter, Samuel L. Lissner, James P. Petri, Chris Prochno Absent: Trustee Bart K. Dill Also Present: Village Manager, Gary E. Parrin; Attorney, William J. Payne; and Village Clerk, Ann I. Walsh A quorum was present. 2. INVOCATION Reverend Rodney L. Pickett, Pastor, Wesleyan Community Church, delivered the invocation. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held on November 15, 2005 as submitted and dispense with the reading. MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik VOICE VOTE MOTION CARRIED Mayor Johnson introduced Attorney William Payne who was filling in for Village Attorney George B. Knickerbocker this evening. 4. REPORT OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Mayor advised the residents the airport issue is far from over and in many ways it is looking good for our side. Attorney Joseph Karaganis presented a status report on the litigation pending on airport issues and the cemeteries. It was reported a legal brief would be filed in court tomorrow regarding the cemetery. Attorney Karaganis stressed the importance of religious freedoms. There is a critically important court date before the Appellate Court on January 10, 2006 to present argument for protection of the Constitutional religious freedoms and stop the City of Chicago’s efforts to take over cemetery property for O’Hare Expansion. Karaganis further stated there is currently a temporary injunction in place, which prohibits the City of Chicago’s land take-over. It is Attorney Karaganis’ hope the Courts will not play politics but will enforce the rule of law and rule in favor of the cemetery and religious freedoms. Congressmen Henry Hyde and Jesse Jackson Jr. have written letters to the Illinois Department of Transportation Inspector General with respect to the FAA’s recent awarding of funds to Chicago for the airport expansion plan and a possible violation of the law. In response to the Mayor’s inquiry, Karaganis stated he thinks that if SOC is successful in protecting the cemetery, the airport will have to rethink their position. Attorney Karaganis told Chicago would be going to the bond company for money for the project without showing where the rest of the money for the project would come from. If Chicago can’t get the money they can’t build. Karaganis stressed this case is about upholding the Constitutional rights of the religious cemeteries and it is his hope the Courts will enforce those rights. It was noted Chicago is looking to cut down the clear and safety zones at O’Hare, which would put the Village in jeopardy of its safety. The recent airline accident at Midway Airport was discussed as an example of safety problems that could arise at O’Hare. Karaganis said even with expansion the delays at O’Hare will remain at the same levels within 18 months to two years following expansion. Karaganis thanked the community for their support. 50th Anniversary Calendar Raffle – Tony Kees, Chairman of the Anniversary Calendar Committee, Rotary President Ralph Schumann and Rotarian Scott Bernholdt joined Mayor Johnson for the first daily Rotary Club calendar raffle drawing. The January 1st winner was awarded a special day prize of $100.00. The names picked for the next nine days received $25.00 cash prizes. Names are submitted by filling out information on the back of each 2006 anniversary calendar when purchased. The winning name drawn for the special January 1st $100.00 raffle was Thomas R. Head. Names drawn for the twenty-five dollar prizes were: Julie Sass, Richard Gard, Paul Vesper, Shirley Eaton, Cheryl Vermillion, David and Kim Knickerbocker, Angie Dickey and Patti Berkamp. All names will be resubmitted and are eligible to participate in the calendar raffle throughout the year. The next raffle drawing will take place at the January 10, 2006 Village Board meeting and every Village Board meeting thereafter throughout the 2006 year. Tree Lighting Ceremony – The Mayor reported the November 25, 2005 Tree Lighting ceremony was successful and had the best attendance thus far. Public Works, Fire, Police Departments, the Lioness Club, the vendors and volunteers were thanked for their efforts. December 6, 2005 – The Mayor, Trustees Feichter, Czarnik and Petri attended a DARE graduation at Grove Junior High School. December 9, 2005 – Village Attorney Knickerbocker accompanied the Mayor to the “We the People” Constitution Competition. Trustee Feichter extended appreciation for their participation and for the motivational speech given by Mayor Johnson. 50th Anniversary House Raffle – Mayor Johnson encouraged residents to drive down Cheltenham and view the new Centex house being constructed and raffled off as part of the 50th anniversary celebration. Tickets for the raffle can be obtained on the website: www.homegiveaway.org. for $50.00 a chance. During the next 12 days, names will be pulled daily to award additional raffle chances to those winners. Early bird prizes will be awarded in January and February as well. Trustee Prochno noted that raffle order forms are also available at Village Hall and can be printed from the website. Oath of Office – Fire Chief Goostree joined the Mayor and introduced Firefighter Benjamin J. Buttitto who was hired August 8, 2005 and recently completed firefighter II training at the Arlington Heights Fire Academy. FF Buttitto grew up in Elk Grove Village and graduated of Conant High School and Elmhurst College. Mayor Johnson administered the Oath of Office and welcomed Firefighter Buttitto to the Village Fire Department. Soldier Memorial - The Mayor talked of the “Soldier Memorial” and memorial statue dedicated on November 11, 2005. In addition, the fund raising events established a soldier memorial scholarship fund, and the “help a soldier” fund. This yearlong project was created following the loss of four Elk Grove members of the armed services who were killed while serving in Iraq. Mayor Johnson praised the community for the generosity and support given to the families throughout the year. Over $65,000 has been raised through the fundraising events and donations sent. All generations were involved in the outpouring of support that united the community as never before. The Mayor, on behalf of the Mayor and Board, presented plaques to the following individuals and organizations in gratitude of their services and contributions towards the Elk Grove Fallen Soldier Memorial fund. Elk Grove Park District - (Halloween Fest) – Carl Van Gundy; Senior Center (helped with Halloween Fest raffle) – Marge Hart (not in attendance); Community Character Coalition (sent mailing to Elk Grove businesses for donations and worked on the Halloween Fest) - Birdie Basciglie and Gary Umlauf; Kiwanis Club (50% of Peanut Day proceeds to Soldier Memorial-$8,000) John Michalski; Tasty Catering (made a food donation and catered the luncheon for 500 people following the soldier memorial statue dedication) owner Tom Walters; Golf Outing (organized golf outing fundraiser with 88 golfers and raised over $6,000 and cleared over $4400.00) Elk Grove High School students Matt Sautter, Kenny Cropp, Mike Bryan and Craig Johnson, Jr.; Jim Arey-Elk Grove High School Teacher – Mayor Johnson praised Mr. Arey for his volunteerism and assistance in the Halloween Fest activities, the Kiwanis Peanut Day Sales, all Community Character Coalition projects, and the golf outing. Eileen Byrne, WLS radio - Ms. Byrne volunteered on Kiwanis Peanut Day, Halloween Fest and at the golf outing. She thanked the Mayor and Board and stated that no other event or project she has been involved with in the seven years she has lived in Chicago has made her more proud to be a part of. Knowing the parents of the fallen soldiers has been overwhelming and she will dedicate her job to bring recognition to the wonderful soldiers who have given so much for our Country. Parents/families of the soldiers: The Mayor invited the parent(s) of Philip Frank, Lance Corporal United States Marines, Adriana N. Salem Specialist U.S. Army, and John T. Olson Corporal United States Marine Corp to join him at the podium. The families were each presented with a plaque honoring their son or daughter. Each family accepted the plaques and said a few words in appreciation of the efforts of the Mayor and Board, the community of Elk Grove Village and the countless others who have supported them through these trying times. The family of James Cronin was unable to attend the Village Board meeting to accept the plaque in his honor. Georgette Frank presented each member of the Board with coffee mugs from the Heart of the Marine Foundation. 8:25 p.m. – Recess 8:27 p.m. - Meeting resumed Trustee Czarnik stated the Holiday banners have been installed within the Village and wished everyone a very happy holiday season and great New Year. Trustee Feichter reported the Community Character Coalition would host a January 19, 2006 Special breakfast for businesses located in the Elk Grove Business Park. The theme “Good Character equals Good Profits” has been chosen. A video prepared by the Coalition to illustrate various ethical dilemmas that may come up in the workplace will be shown. Mayor Johnson will attend the breakfast to introduce John McDonough of the Chicago Cubs organization who will speak as an Elk Grove resident on ethics in the business world. Trustee Prochno suggested the 2006 Anniversary calendar would be a great Christmas gift for family and friends. Trustee Prochno encouraged all residents to clear their sidewalks of snow and ice following a snowstorm and to consider helping neighbors shovel if they are unable to do so. 5. APPROVAL OF WARRANT Motion to authorize payment of invoices as shown on the November 30, 2005 Accounts Payable Warrant in the amount of $1,506,464.80.