HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 05/08/2001 - 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, MAY 8, 2001
Mayor Craig B. Johnson called the meeting to order at 8 : 00 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,
Absent: Trustee Chris Prochno
Also Present Assistant Village Manager, Raymond R.
Rummel; Village Attorney, George B.
Knickerbocker; and Village Clerk, Ann I .
Walsh
A quorum was present.
2. INVOCATION
Reverend Roger H. Schindel, Pastor, Christus Victor Church,
delivered the invocation.
The Mayor expressed his sorrow at the death of former Police
Chief Fred "Fritz" Engelbrecht who died last Thursday. There was
a moment of silence in memory of Chief Engelbrecht and in honor
of his outstanding service to the Department and the Elk Grove
community. Mayor Johnson conveyed his sympathy to the members of
the Englebrecht family.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held on
April 24, 2001 as submitted.
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
VOICE VOTE
MOTION CARRIED
4 . REPORT OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Proclamations - Mayor Johnson proclaimed the week of May 20
through 26, 2001 as "Save a Life Week" and gave a brief
commentary on the Save a Life Foundation's mission to heighten
public awareness and train individuals in Basic Life Saving
techniques for emergency situations.
May 20 through May 26, 2001 was also proclaimed "Emergency
Medical Services Week". Mayor Johnson recognized and expressed
appreciation to those engaged in the emergency medical services .
Mayor Johnson reported on the following:
1 . On April 14, 2001 the Mayor attended the ribbon cutting
ceremony for the Charter One Bank located at the Super
Kmart.
2 . On April 19, 2001 Advantage National Bank on Turner Avenue
conducted a groundbreaking ceremony.
3. On April 20, 2001 Mayor Johnson joined fellow Mayors,
legislative leaders, Lieutenant Governor Corinne Wood and
Nancy Hellyer for the dedication of the Alexian Brothers new
Cancer Wing.
4 . The Village' s annual awards dinner was held on April 20,
2001 at 6: 30 .p.m. The event was well attended and enjoyed
by all present.
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5 . On April 26, 2001 Mayor Johnson spoke to children at an
Alexian Brothers Medical Center function for "Take Your
Child to Work Day" .
6. The Shinnyo-En Turnover Ceremony was held on April 27, 2001
and was attended by the Mayor and various members of the
Village staff. This was in celebration of Shinnyo-En' s
completion of the construction of their Devon Avenue
facility.
7 . On May 3, 2001 Mayor Johnson attended the Rotary Club' s
weekly luncheon and spoke on airport issues.
8 . The Mayor spoke to students at the Stevenson School on May
4, 2001 and commented on the good behavior and patience of
the children. Mayor Johnson sent greetings to teacher Ms .
Marinick and her class .
9 . "Coffee with the Board" was held on Saturday, May 5, 2001 .
The coffee was well attended by the residents with many
issues discussed. Information will be sent out to the
residents regarding their questions and/or concerns .
10 . The Rotary Club' s 30th Anniversary Dinner took place on May
5, 2001 and was attended by the Mayor, Trustees Dill,
Lissner, Czarnik and their spouses.
Lions Club 4th of July Fireworks - Mayor Johnson announced that
residents ' donations for the Lions Club 4`h of July fireworks
display currently amount to $4, 000. Resident donations are in
addition to the $15, 000 contributed by the Village. Residents
were encouraged to donate and may do so through their water
payments .
Business Park - Last year at this time the O'Hare area had a 3 .7
percent vacancy rate with the Village at 3 percent. The first
quarter of 2001 indicates the O'Hare area vacancy rate has
increased to 41,� per cent, yet the Village increased to only 31,�
percent. The Village has done very well during this recent
downturn in the economy. There are 85 million square feet under
roof in the Business Park with only 3 million square feet vacant.
The Park is strong and vibrant. Efforts by Nancy Carlson, the
Economic Development Officer and the Industrial/Commercial
Revitalization Commission have insured the Village' s Business
Park remains strong.
Village Board Committees - Mayor Johnson requested the
concurrence with his new compositions of the Committees of the
Village Board as follows:
Capital Improvements Committee
Chairperson James P. Petri
Members Patton L. Feichter
Nancy J. Czarnik
Community Service Board
Chairperson Nancy J. Czarnik
False Alarm Hearing Board
Chairperson James P. Petri
Members Nancy J. Czarnik
Patton L. Feichter
Industrial Commercial
Revitalization Commission
Co-Chairperson Samuel L. Lissner
James P. Petri
Information Committee
Chairperson Patton L. Feichter
Members Bart K. Dill
Chris Prochno
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Judiciary, Planning &
Zoning Committee
Chairperson Bart K. Dill
Members Nancy J. Czarnik
Samuel L. Lissner
Labor Representatives
Fire Department James P. Petri
Police Department Bart K. Dill
Public Works Nancy J. Czarnik
Liquor Commission
Commissioner Craig B. Johnson
Advisory Members James P. Petri
Samuel L. Lissner
Northwest Municipal Conference (NWMC)
Director Craig B. Johnson
Alternate James P. Petri
2"d Alternate Gary E. Parrin
Raymond R. Rummel
Northwest Suburban Municipal
Joint Action Water Agency (JAWA)
Board of Directors Craig B. Johnson
Alternate Samuel L. Lissner
Parade Commission
Chairperson Nancy J. Czarnik
Personnel Committee
Chairperson Samuel L. Lissner
Members Chris Prochno
James P. Petri
Recycling Committee
Chairperson Chris Prochno
Members Nancy J. Czarnik
Patton L. Feichter
Regional Cable TV Committee
Representative
Co-Chairperson James P. Petri
Samuel L. Lissner
Solid Waste Agency of Northern
Cook County (SWANCC)
Director Craig B. Johnson
Alternates Chris Prochno
Gary E. Parrin
James P. Petri
Raymond R. Rummel
Suburban O'Hare Commission (SOC)
Director Craig B. Johnson
Alternate Samuel L. Lissner
Youth Commission
Chairperson Chris Prochno
Member Patton L. Feichter
Motion that the Board concurs with the appointments of the Mayor as
stated above.
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Dill
AYES : Trustee Dill, Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Czarnik
ABSENT: Trustee Prochno
MOTION CARRIED
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Presentations
State Competition - A Certificate was presented to Rebecca Davis,
member of the St. Viator High School Varsity Cheerleading Team,
in recognition of her contribution towards obtaining the First
Place trophy in the State Cheerleading competition. Ms. Davis '
team also placed fourth in the national competition.
Volunteer Award - Mr. Hugh Wilkerson, recipient of the Volunteer
of the Year Award, was recognized for his 20 years of volunteer
service as member of the Prince of Peace United Methodist Church.
His nomination and selection was based on his efforts to assist a
member of the congregation by providing home repair and
reconstruction of that person' s home to help maintain his
independence and to avoid the necessity of a move to a long term
care facility.
Achievement Award - Mayor Johnson read the inscription and
presented a plaque in recognition of Nanci Vanderweel, recently
selected as a recipient of the 2001 Illinois Woman of Achievement
award and honored by Lieutenant Governor Corrine Wood at a
previous luncheon in Chicago. The Mayor noted many significant
contributions and achievements by Mrs. Vanderweel while serving
on governmental Boards and Commissions, local charity
organizations, educational committees, Alexian Brothers Hospital,
and elected Trustee positions with both the Village and Elk Grove
Township.
Mrs . Vanderweel addressed the Board and members of the audience
and stated her appreciation and gratitude for the support of her
family, Mayor Johnson and the community.
Golden Apple Award - Mayor Johnson paid tribute to Elk Grove High
School Teacher, Jim Arey, who recently received the Golden Apple
Award for his commitment to the community, the school and his
students. A Proclamation was issued and a plaque presented in
appreciation and thanks for his dedication, positive work ethic
and commitment to excellence.
Mr. Arey stated this honor was possible because of the support of
the students, of Principal Dr. Broderick and the community and
stated his appreciation.
Service Award - Trustee Nancy Czarnik was congratulated and
honored with an award for her twelve years of service to the
Village . Trustee Czarnik was appointed to the Plan Commission in
April 1989, as Village Trustee to replace Trustee Hauser in
November of 1989 and then elected for the first time as Trustee
in April 1991 .
Trustee Czarnik mentioned the support of her family and community
and stated it has been a wonderful twelve years. Her recent
retirement should provide the opportunity to give her even more
time. Trustee Czarnik related that former President Zettek, at
the time he appointed her, described the public office as " a
part time job but not really, your heart is always there and
always working. "
Mayor Johnson introduced Len Vanderweel, Marion Chernick and Gloria
Zettek who were present in the audience.
Trustee Dill congratulated all the recipients of the awards
presented this evening. On April 27, 2001 the 3 I annual Jaycees
Pizza Contest took place and was attended by Trustees Dill,
Czarnik and Lissner. There were nine establishments who entered
the contest and twenty-three different categories judged. First
prize was awarded to Bravo' s Pizza.
Greater Woodfield Orientation - A call was received from Tom
Rivera, President of the Greater Woodfield Convention and
Business Bureau, inviting Trustee Dill to partake in the
orientation program for new Board members on May 15, 2001 .
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Trustee Czarnik, Mayor Johnson and the Village Manager took part
in the registration of participants and donations for the Cancer
Society' s "Relay for Life" on May 4, 2001 at Elk Grove High
School . The evening proved to be very successful and was a
record fundraiser.
5. APPROVAL OF WARRANT
Motion to authorize payment of invoices as shown on the April 30,
2001 Accounts Payable Warrant in the amount of $135,702.81 .
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES: Trustees Dill, Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Czarnik
ABSENT: Trustee Prochno
MOTION CARRIED
Motion to authorize payment of invoices as shown on the May 8 ,
2001 Accounts Payable Warrant in the amount of $435,416.54.
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES: Trustees Dill, Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Czarnik
ABSENT: Trustee Prochno
MOTION CARRIED
Mayor Johnson announced the May 22, 2001 Village Board meeting would
be a very special evening with a very abbreviated agenda. There will
be no reports or audience comments . The regular Committee of the
Whole meeting will be held prior to the Board meeting.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
Trustee Czarnik requested that Item L. for consideration of a
contract associated with the Residential Enhancement Program be
removed and voted upon separately.
A. Elk Grove Park District/Museum - Grant a request to waive
all building and engineering permit fees related to the
construction of the new Farm House Museum Orientation
Building at 399 Biesterfield Road in a total amount of
$2, 307 . 00 .
B. Lyons/Pinner Electric Companies, Lyons, IL - Renew an
existing maintenance contract (approved April 25, 2000) to
maintain Village-owned traffic signals and overhead lights
for the period May 1, 2001 through April 30, 2002 in a total
contract amount not to exceed $15, 975.24 .
C. Dustcatchers, Inc. , Chicago, IL - Renew an existing service
contract (approved April 25, 2000) to provide linen and
floor mat rental services in a total contract amount not to
exceed $20, 705.
D. Chicago Communication Services, Inc. , Elmhurst, IL - Waive
the formal bidding process; and
Renew a service contract to maintain the Village's radio
communication equipment in a total contract amount of
$28, 190. 60 .
E. Neat Cleaning Systems, Inc. , Chicago, IL - Renew an existing
contract (approved April 27, 1999) to provide custodial
services at the Fire Administration Building and Public
Works Landmeier Facility for the period May 1, 2001 through
April 30, 2002, in a total contract amount not to exceed
$29, 727 . 36.
F. Gateway Signage/Rebechini Studios Inc. Elk Grove Village,
IL - Approve the Balancing Change Order for ICRC Gateway
Signage Improvement Project (Elmhurst and Landmeier Road and
Tonne Road) .
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G. Compaq Computer Corporation, Houston, TX - Award a contract
for the purchase of 39 desktop units and two notebook PCs
through the Western States Contracting Alliance joint
purchasing program in a total contract amount not to exceed
$59, 402 .
H. Taylor Resources, Springfield, IL - Award a purchase
contract in the amount of $16, 000 for the manufacturing,
delivery and setup of ten (10) replacement executive chairs
for the Council Chambers.
I . Earth, Inc. , Bensenville, IL - Award a contract to the
lowest responsive and responsible bidder for hauling and
disposal of non-toxic debris for the period May 1, 2001
through April 30, 2002 in a total contract amount not to
exceed $67, 500 . 00 .
J. TranSystems Corporation, Schaumburg, IL - Increase an
existing professional service contract (approved August 10,
1999) for right-of-way plat and legal services in the amount
of $13, 609 for a total contract amount of $96, 107 .
K. 2000 Sewer Replacement Improvement/Scott Contracting, Inc. ,
Palatine, IL - Approve the Balancing Change Order for the
2000 Crest Avenue Sewer Replacement Improvement Project.
M. NWMC FY 2001/02 Membership Dues - Authorize the payment in
the amount of $12,800 to the Northwest Municipal Conference.
N. Director of E/CD and Director of P.W. /Conference - Authorize
Director of Engineering & Community Development Alan Boffice
and Director of Public Works Tom Cech to attend the 2001
International Public Works Congress and Exposition in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from September 7 through
September 11, 2001 at an estimated amount of $1, 800 per
person.
0. Amend Village Code/Liquor Licenses - Adopt Ordinance No.
2827 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3-3-6
CLASSIFICATION OF LICENSES, SECTION 3-3-7 NUMBER OF LICENSES
AND CHAPTER 3-1-6 LICENSE FEES OF THE VILLAGE CODE TO
ESTABLISH A CLASS "A/B" LIQUOR LICENSE WHICH WOULD PERMIT
THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR FOR CONSUMPTION OFF THE
PREMISES BY THE HOLDER OF A CLASS "A" LIQUOR LICENSE."
P. Amend Village Code/Peddlers and Solicitors - Adopt Ordinance
No. 2828 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 9 PEDDLERS
AND SOLICITORS AND CHAPTER 14 SCAVENGERS BY CHANGING THE
TERM JUNK PEDDLER TO SCRAP DEALER AND RELOCATING REGULATIONS
CONCERNING SCRAP DEALERS TO CHAPTER 14."
Q. Tuscaloosa Fire Equipment, Inc. , Tuscaloosa, AL - Accept a
purchase offer for the Village's surplus 1982 Peterbilt E-
One Pumper in the amount of $25, 000 .
R. Plat of Subdivision/Lot 7 in the Park at Northwest Point -
Adopt Resolution No. 21-01 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF
APPROVAL OF PLAT OF SUBDIVISION IDENTIFIED AS FINAL PLAT OF
RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 7 IN THE PARK AT NORTHWEST POINT ELK
GROVE VILLAGE, ILLINOIS. "
Motion to approve Consent Agenda items "A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H,
I , J, K, M, N, O, P, Q, and R. "
MOVED: Trustee Dill SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES : Trustees Dill, Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Czarnik
ABSENT: Trustee Prochno
MOTION CARRIED
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Item L. Trustee Czarnik noted her request for a separate vote on
this item was due to the inclusion of a professional services
contract for the Clock tower.
Motion to award a professional service contract to Planning
Resources, Wheaton, Illinois for the design, inspection,
preparation of bid plans, and associated services for the
Residential enhancement Program as follows:
Professional services for the development of the Clock Tower and
Veteran's Memorial Park in the amount of $138,078; and
Professional services for the development of street signs,
primary street enhancements, boulevard median enhancements,
gateway treatments in right-of-way, public works enhancements,
and intersection paver treatments in the amount of $126,554.
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Lissner
AYES: Trustee Feichter, Lissner, Petri, Dill
NAY: None
PASS: Trustee Czarnik
ABSENT: Trustee Prochno
MOTION CARRIED
7. REGULAR AGENDA
None
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
8. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN FEICHTER
No report
9. JUDICIARY, PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LISSNER
a. Cellular Tower Guidelines - This item was discussed at
tonight ' s Committee of the Whole at which the unanimous consensus
was to approve the recommendation of the JPZ Committee.
Motion to approve Resolution No. 22-01 entitled "A RESOLUTION
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 57-96 BY ESTABLISHING AN AMENDED ANTENNA
SITING POLICY FOR THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE. "
MOVED: Trustee Lissner SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES : Trustees Lissner, Petri, Czarnik, Dill, Feichter
ABSENT: Trustee Prochno
MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Lissner presented an Ordinance in conjunction with
Resolution No. 22-01, the newly adopted Antenna Siting Policy.
Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2829 to amend the Zoning
Ordinance of Elk Grove Village, Chapter 3, pertaining to
conditional uses permitted in all zoning districts. "
MOVED: Trustee Lissner SECONDED: Trustee Petri
AYES: Trustees Lissner, Petri, Czarnik, Dill, Feichter
ABSENT: Trustee Prochno
MOTION CARRIED
d. Massage Parlor Regulations - Chairman Lissner requested
removal of this item since discussion is no longer necessary
based on an interpretation of the Code by the Village Attorney.
10. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN PETRI
No report
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11 . RECYCLING & WASTE COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN CZARNIR
SWANCC - Trustee Czarnik reported the Solid Waste Agency of
Northern Cook County would be sponsoring two computer/electronics
recycling days . Only residentially generated equipment will be
accepted at either collection site on the following dates :
(1) . Saturday, July 14, 2001 at the Motorola Arlington Heights
Campus, 1501 W Shure Drive (Dundee & Kennicott Roads) ; and
(2) . Saturday, July 215t at the Motorola' s Schaumburg Campus at
1301 E. Algonquin Road. Hours are from 9: 00 a.m. to 3: 00 p.m.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Health Services
at 357-4240 .
Household Hazardous Waste Collection - The Committee is
discussing door to door collection of household hazardous waste.
A meeting will be scheduled under the leadership of the new
Committee. Trustee Czarnik requested this item be added to the
Committee's agenda.
12. INFORMATION COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN DILL
Channel 6 - Channel 6 and the Village staff is close to
completing a documentary regarding the Plan Commission and Zoning
Board of Appeals . A June completion date is expected.
13. INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION COMMISSION
TRUSTEES LISSNER/PETRI
A meeting of the Commission was held on May 3, 2001 . Street
lighting on each side of Tonne Road and the areas around
American, United and Pan Am Boulevard will begin. Landscaping is
planned on Tonne and other areas of the Business Park.
Water Tanks - There was discussion and a consensus of the
Commission members to repaint the two (2) one million-gallon
water tanks on Busse Road. The private advertising currently
painted on the tanks (Centex Industrial Park and Bennett
Kahnweiler logos) is no longer correct.
One hundred thousand dollars is budgeted in the ICRC publicity
fund, with $30, 000 earmarked for a new video and brochures. The
remaining $70, 000 is available for the water tank project. It
has been estimated that each tank would cost approximately
$35, 000 to repaint.
Motion to approve the Industrial Commercial Revitalization's
recommendation to paint the two water tanks located on Busse Road
at a cost not to exceed $70,000 to be paid from ICRC funds.
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Lissner
AYES: Trustees Lissner, Petri, Czarnik, Dill, Feichter
ABSENT: Trustee Prochno
MOTION CARRIED
Discussion ensued regarding the video mentioned above. The
Assistant Village Manager noted the proposed video would also
include the qualitative quality of life issues available to any
business bringing their employees to the Village of Elk Grove.
This would include the Park District, schools, and housing.
Meeting Schedule - The next meeting of the Commission is
tentatively scheduled on September 6, 2001 .
Trustee Lissner made mention of a presentation given by Vito
Sammarco regarding the rutting of the parkways taking place in
the Business Park. More discussion will take place at a future
ICRC meeting in an effort to remedy this problem.
14. YOUTH COMMISSION - TRUSTEE PROCHNO
Scholarships - Trustee Feichter reported the Commission met last
Saturday to review the applications for the scholarship program.
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Four applicants were chosen for recommendation to the Village
Board and Park District. Copies will be distributed to the Board
soon.
15. PARADE COMMISSION - TRUSTEE CZARNIK
June 16, 2001 Parade
Meeting Schedule - The Commission met on Monday, May 7, 2001 with
the next meeting scheduled on May 21, 2001 to review the
applications . There are approximately 60 to 70 units in the
parade.
Sponsors - Trustee Czarnik announced that Grecian Delight and
Johnson Insurance have been added to the list of Parade sponsors .
Also recognized and thanked were C.A. Riley Construction Corp. ,
Peterson Aluminum Corporation, Rebechini Studios Inc. , Carol Hair
Affair, Wigdahl Electric, Bigston Corp. USA Elk Grove, Automatic
Data Processing Inc. , Viva Zapata, Elk Grove, Marconi Data
Systems, Inc. , and Nankai Transport International .
Rotaryfest - A representative of the Rotary Club met with the
Commission and confirmed that the Rotaryfest's fireworks will
take place following the end of the parade. This year' s parade
will begin at dusk.
16. PLAN COMMISSION - ASSISTANT VILLAGE MANAGER
a. PC Docket 01-2 - Removal of this item was requested as it was
acted upon under the JPZ report.
Mayor Johnson explained the Village Manager was absent at tonight' s
meeting in order to attend the memorial services for former Chief
Engelbrecht.
17 . ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - VILLAGE MANAGER
a. ZBA Docket 01-4 - The Village Board previously received a
recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals to grant a zoning
variation to Christus Victor Church. This item was further
discussed at tonight' s Committee of the Whole meeting whereby
certain amendments were made to the original request. The total
height of the structure is restricted to 52 ' feet with certain
lighting limitations, and subject to the approval of the zoning
variation.
Motion to direct the Village Attorney to prepare an ordinance
granting a variation to the Zoning Ordinance to construct an
addition (having a gable roof structure) and to allow
construction of a cross and spire on top whose height would be
52 ' feet at property located at 1045 S. Arlington Heights Road.
MOVED: Trustee Dill SECONDED: Trustee Lissner
VOICE VOTE
MOTION CARRIED
The petitioner was advised that permits could be obtained and
work begun by contacting the Director of Engineering and
Community Development.
b. ZBA Docket 01-6 - Motion to concur with the recommendation of
the Zoning Board of Appeals to direct the Village Attorney to
prepare an Ordinance granting a variation to the Zoning Ordinance
for a variation to construct a room addition which would encroach
approximately five feet (51011) into the required 12.83 foot side
yard on property located at 1001 Tennessee Lane.
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Lissner
VOICE VOTE
MOTION CARRIED
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The petitioner was present and advised by the Mayor permits could
be obtained before the next Village Board meeting approval .
18 . REPORTS OF OTHER BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COMMITTEES
a. CABLE TV COMMITTEE - TRUSTEES PETRI/LISSNER
AT&T Rates Increase - Trustee Petri reported there would be
an increase for pay-for-view movies from $3 . 95 to $3. 99 for
both analogue and digital cable service. The basic cable
service, which is over the air channels plus channels 6, 3,
and 19 on the analogue system, will increase from $4 . 66 to
8 . 04 . The Village has no way to regulate those rates and
the Federal government has given AT&T the opportunity to
raise that rate as high as $B . 50 for basic service.
The analogue premium channels will also be increased as of
September 1, 2001 from 9. 95 to 10 . 95 . In addition, the
high-speed data modems will be increased to $6. 00 effective
that date .
Meeting Schedule - The next meeting of the Regional Cable
Group will be hosted in Elk Grove Village on May 24, 2001 at
7 : 30 p.m.
b. COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD - TRUSTEE CZARNIK
The Community Service Board met on April 19, 2001 .
Senior Day - Trustee Czarnik reminded everyone of the
upcoming Senior Celebration Day on May 16, 2001 from 9 : 00
a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. at the Randhurst Shopping Center.
Community Garage Sale - Registration for the garage sale has
been extended to May 11, 2001 at 5: 00 p.m. The fee is $7. 00
per household or $30 . 00 for a neighborhood sale. A small
portion of the registration fee will go towards advertising
and the rest will be donated to the Park District ' s "Build a
Dream Scholarship" .
Food Drive - A reminder was given that on Saturday, May 12,
2001 the National Letter Carriers' Food Drive will take
place. Donations can be left by your mailbox to be picked
up and delivered to the local charities.
Farmer' s Market - The Market will begin on June 20 in the
parking lot of the Pavilion. A special activity is planned
on each Wednesday. The Historical Society Trolley tour is
the activity for June 20`". The Market will take place
between 7 : 00 a.m. and 1 : 00 p.m.
C. LIQUOR COMMISSION - MAYOR JOHNSON
No Report
d. SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE - MAYOR JOHNSON
HoeDown - A date of September 8, 2001 has been chosen by the
Committee for the HoeDown on the Village Green. The Mayor
and some members of the committee and Village staff took a
field trip to Elmhurst last week to choose supplies for the
event.
A meeting of the Committee will be scheduled in the near
future to discuss the details .
The Dinner will begin at 6: 00 p.m. with entertainment, line
dancing, and square dancing planned. The price has been set
at $20. 00 per person, which will cover entertainment and
dinner. There will be a cash bar.
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Appointments - Mayor Johnson took this opportunity to thank all the
Trustees for their participation and leadership of the Committees for
the last four years. Changes are made so as to rotate the Trustees
and enable them to be involved in different aspects of the Village
government and different committees .
19. ORDINANCE, RESOLUTIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS - VILLAGE CLERK
None
20 . UNFINISHED BUSINESS
d. Material Sciences Corp - The day care center is no longer in
the business plan for Material Sciences Corporation/Pre Finish
Metals . The Assistant Village Manager requested item d. be
removed from the agenda.
e. National Roofing Corporation - A professional service
contract to furnish all labor, equipment, and materials necessary
to remove and replace the roof at the Police Department was
approved under the April 24, 2001 Consent Agenda.
21 . REPORT FROM THE ASSISTANT VILLAGE MANAGER
No report
22 . NEW BUSINESS
None
AUDIENCE - 9:00 p.m.
No Response
Gambling - Trustee Lissner referenced a memo addressed to the JPZ
Committee from the Village Attorney regarding a gambling
ordinance .
Newly appointed JPZ Chairman, Trustee Dill called a meeting of
the Committee on May 30, 2001 at 7 : 00 p.m. A request was made to
add the gambling ordinance to the Committee' s agenda. The
Village Attorney was asked to attend that meeting.
Blood Drive - Trustee Czarnik reported the Blood Drive held on
April 26, 2001 was well attended. Seventy-five units of blood
were drawn. The residents were thanked for their support of this
Community project.
The Mayor reiterated there would be no public comment periods or
Boards and Commission reports at the May 22, 2001 Village Board
Meeting.
23. ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:04 p.m.
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Dill
AYES: Trustees Petri, Czarnik, Dill, Feichter, Lissner
ABSENT: Trustee Prochno
MOTION CARRIED
(Mayor Johnson recognized Mrs. Norma Willis, wife of former Village
Manager Charles Willis, and welcomed her to the Village Board
meeting. )
Ann I. Walsh
Village Clerk
Craig B. Johnson
Mayor
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