HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 06/09/1998 - MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT 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, JUNE 9, 1998
Village President Craig B. Johnson called the meeting to order at 8 :30
p.m.
1. ROLL CALL:
Present : President : Craig B. Johnson;
Trustees : Nancy J. Czarnik, Bart K. Dill,
Samuel L. Lissner, James P. Petri, Chris
Prochno
Absent : Patton L. Feichter
Also Present : Village Manager, Gary E. Parrin; Village
Attorney, George B. Knickerbocker; and
Village Clerk, Patricia S. Smith
A quorum was present.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
President Johnson led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to
the Flag.
President Johnson announced that there will be a continuation of
tonight' s Committee of the Whole meeting following this meeting.
3 . APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held on
May 26, 1998 as submitted.
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Lissner
VOICE VOTE
MOTION CARRIED
4. REPORT OF THE VILLAGE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
President Johnson stated that before the audience participation
portion of the meeting he will be making a Public Statement on
behalf of the Village Board regarding the Chicago Bears.
June 3 . 1998 - The President, Trustee Prochno and the Village
Manager attended a Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County
(SWANCC) meeting to review the long range planning of the
organization.
June 4. 1998 - The President and the Village Manager had a
luncheon meeting with Cook County Commissioner Carl Hansen and
Cook County Board President, John Stroger. This was an
opportunity to get to know each other and to keep the line of
communication open with the County.
June 9 . 1998 - The President, Trustee Prochno, Trustee Dill and
the Village Manager along with representative of the Elk Grove
Police Department attended a DARE graduation at Queen of the
Rosary School.
June 9. 1998 - The President, the Village Manger and the
Assistant Village Manager attended the inaugural meeting of the
Policy Committee for the study of the Northwest Corridor
Transportation Line, which will extend the Blue Line from Chicago
to Hoffman Estates. The consultants will be putting together a
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long term plan and hope to have everything in place within ten
(10) months. Senator Carol Moseley-Braun was able to get this
plan on the potential "to do" list instead of being an after
thought with Congress. Information was received today that the
City of Chicago wants to join in looking at this project .
Trustee Dill reported that he and Trustee Petri attended the
United Way Annual luncheon in May.
Trustee Dill expressed his congratulations to Trustee Prochno and
her husband Alex on their wedding anniversary and a Happy
Birthday to Trustee Prochno.
Trustee Dill thanked the Board and members of staff for their
sentiments on his recent illness.
Trustee Petri reported on his attendance at the United Way
luncheon. He also reported on his meeting last Friday with a
group from New Guinea, who were amazed with Elk Grove Village as
this was a real cultural change. They live in mostly grass huts
in New Guinea. The group is on their way to a five (5) week
meeting in Rome.
Truqtep r7arnik reported that she attended Queen of the Rosary
Church on Sunday where the group from New Guinea shared their
songs with the congregation. Trustee Czarnik introduced herself
to them and it was a nice meeting of peoples.
Trustee Prochno reported that she is still receiving compliments
on the Memorial Day ceremony and that people want it to be an
annual event.
President Johnson announced that the July 14, 1998 Board meeting will
be a very short meeting as the Board will be honoring Brother Philip
Kennedy former CEO of Alexian Brothers for many years for his
contributions. There will not be the opportunity for public comments
or questions. This is an advance notice of the change of procedures
for that evening, however everyone is invited to come and celebrate
with the Board for everything that Brother Kennedy has done for this
community.
5. APPROVAL OF WARRANT
Motion to authorize payment of invoices as shown on the June 9,
1998 Accounts Payable Warrant in the amount of $790,318.31.
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES: Trustees Czarnik, Dill, Lissner, Petri, Prochno
ABSENT: Trustee Feichter
MOTION CARRIED
6. CONSENT AGENDA
A. To + y Avenue ; Station R habil ; a ;on Project - Approve
the Balancing Change Order with a net decrease of $15, 742 . 62
for a total project cost of $182, 057 .38; and
Genco TndUstrieg. Inc. - Approve a Final Pay Estimate for
the project in the amount of $14, 788. 13 .
B. Plan Commission Public Hearin - Authorize a public hearing
to hear the petition of Shinnyo-En USA to annex and obtain a
Special Use Permit for certain property located at 120 East
Devon Avenue for the purpose of constructing and operating a
religious temple.
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C. Chief of Police/Annual Conferen= - Authorize the Chief of
Police to attend the international Association of Police
Chiefs annual conference in Salt Lake City, Utah from
October 17 through 22, 1998 at a cost not to exceed $1, 431.
D. Letter of Credit/MFS - Adopt Resolution No. 21-98 entitled,
"A RESOLUTION RELEASING IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT
NO. 004545 FROM NORWEST BANK NEBRASKA, EXPIRING JUNE 8,
1998, IN THE AMOUNT OF $5, 000 .00 (ACCEPTED BY RES. NO. 23-
97) AND ACCEPTING IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT NO.
970804, FROM NATIONSBANK, N.A. , IN THE AMOUNT OF $5, 000 . 00
EXPIRING MAY 20, 1999 TO SECURE OBLIGATIONS OF THE FRANCHISE
AGREEMENT OF CHICAGO FIBER OPTIC CORPORATION d/b/a
METROPOLITAN FIBER SYSTEMS OF CHICAGO, INC. (-
MFS-).-E. TDOT Ag m n /Bikeway Project - Adopt Resolution No. 22-98
entitled, "A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$9, 020 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF BIKEWAY IMPROVEMENTS ON PLUM
GROVE ROAD PROJECT NO. STPTE-OOD1 (383) SECTION 94-00036-00-
SG. "
F. Prevailing Rate of Wages - Adopt Resolution No. 23-98
entitled, "A RESOLUTION ASCERTAINING THE PREVAILING RATE OF
WAGES FOR WORKMEN ON PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT. "
G. Villacre Codem nd _d/T 1 omm ni .a ' ons Tax - Adopt
Ordinance No. 2645 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3,
CHAPTER 2, SECTION 8E. MUNICIPAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS TAX OF
THE VILLAGE CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE
ALLOWING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO AUTHORIZE AN ALTERNATE
REMITTANCE REQUIREMENTS."
H. Village Manag / nn ,a Conference - Authorize the Village
Manager to attend the International City/County Managers
Association annual conference in Orlando, Florida from
October 24 through October 28, 1998 at a cost not to exceed
$1, 600 .
I. American Housing Partners/Dis-Annex - Adopt Ordinance No.
2646 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE RESCINDING ORDINANCE NO. 2564
DULY PASSED AND APPROVED ON MAY 27, 1997 THEREBY AUTHORIZING
DIS-ANNEXING OF PROPERTY WHICH HAD BEEN ANNEXED TO THE
VILLAGE PURSUANT TO PETITION OF AMERICAN HOUSING PARTNERS. "
J. AT&T Wireless Services. Inc. /Alexian Brothers Medical Center
Adopt Ordinance No. 2647 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A
SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO AT&T WIRELESS SERVICES, INC. TO PERMIT
THE PLACEMENT OF A PERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS SERVICE (PCS)
FACILITY AT ALEXIAN BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER, 800
BIESTERFIELD ROAD, ELK GROVE VILLAGE."
Motion to approve Consent Agenda items "A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H,
I and J."
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Petri
AYES: Trustees Czarnik, Dill, Lissner, Petri, Prochno
ABSENT: Trustee Feichter
MOTION CARRIED
7 . REGULAR AGENDA
A) Goodfriend & Associates-Sign Variation - Laurie Goodfriend
explained to the Board the reasons why a six (6) month extension
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was necessary for the temporary sign on the Gullo Shopping Center
property. She noted that there is still a 20%- vacancy, a 9500
square foot unit and Outlot 2 . President Johnson stated that if
there should be a request in October for additional time it would
have to be a sign substantially smaller in size, such as a sign
on the windows for example.
Motion to grant a request for a temporary variation from the sign
ordinance to permit the installation of a single faced,
freestanding real estate sign on property located at 110-160
Biesterfield Road through October 31, 1998.
MOVED: Trustee Dill SECONDED: Trustee Lissner
AYES: Trustees Dill, Lissner Petri, Prochno, Czarnik
ABSENT: Trustee Feichter
MOTION CARRIED
President Johnson announced that Crown Books will not be moving into
the Town Center as was expected due to certain financial dealings
through the corporation.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
8 . CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN FEICHTER
Agenda stems - It was requested that item a. be renamed Landmeier
Public Works Improvement; and to add item e. West Side Garage
Improvement and item f. Salt Creek Improvement.
President Johnson recognized Russ Stahl, President of the Elk Grove
Lions Club and Ron Foster, President of the Park District Board who
were representing the Elk Grove Lions Club. Messrs . Stahl and Foster
presented a check in the amount of $1,500.00 from the Lions Club to
the Youth Commission. Trustee Prochno accepted the check on behalf of
the Commission.
Mr. Stahl stated that the Lions Club did very well financially this
year and will be making various contributions . He further stated that
the Lions Club will continue supporting the DARE program and the
Community Spirit Award.
President Johnson and Trustee Prochno expressed their appreciation for
the donation.
9. JUDICIARY, PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LISSNER
Taxi Cab Licensing Procedures - The Committee met on May 27, 1997
and heard testimony from the three (3) taxi companies licensed in
the Village. The Village Attorney has had some conversation with
the companies and believes that the existing ordinance seems to
be sufficient, however, he will review the transcript of the
hearing and then make a presentation to the full Board.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - 8:54 P.M.
Motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss litigation.
MOVED: Trustee Lissner SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES Trustee Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik, Dill
ABSENT: Trustee Feichter
MEETING RESUMED - 8:59 P.M.
The meeting resumed at 8 :59 p.m. with all members present as stated at
the beginning of the meeting with the exception of Trustee Feichter.
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10. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN PETRI
No report.
11. RECYCLING & WASTE COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN CZARNIK
America Recycles - November 15, 1998 has been designated as
the 2nd Annual America Recycles Day in Illinois. The Solid Waste
Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) has formed an ad-hoc
committee of recycling coordinators to plan events for the
communities. The Village Sanitarian, Michael Cavallini is
serving on that committee.
12. INFORMATION COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN DILL
No report.
13. INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION COMMISSION -
TRUSTEES LISSNER/PETRI
Meeting Schedule - The next meeting of the Committee will be held
on Tuesday, June 16, 1998 at 6 : 00 p.m. in the Chernick Conference
Room. The Chairman of each of the focus groups will be in
attendance as well as the consultant .
14. YOUTH COMMISSION - TRUSTEE PROCHNO
Student Survey - The Commission met on Saturday, June 6, 1998 at
8 : 00 a.m. and discussed the results of the Student Survey. It
was stressed that this was an unscientific study, and Trustee
Prochno feels that due to the amount of publicity for the study
it may have done a disservice to the Park District while they are
going through the process of considering a Teen Skate Board Park.
There was clearly not a majority of positive response to the
question of wanting a skate board park Consideration of gender
response was also not a part of the survey. Trustee Prochno
stated that the study should not effect the decisions of the Park
Board.
Lions Donation - Trustee Prochno again thanked the Elk Grove
Lion' s Club for their donation to the Youth Commission.
15. PARADE COMMISSION - TRUSTEE CZARNIK
Parade - Trustee Czarnik reminded everyone that the Elk Grove
Home Town Parade will be on Fathers Day, June 21, 1998 beginning
at 1:30 p.m. The Route begins on Tonne Road and Elk Grove
Boulevard and continues West on the Boulevard to the Rotaryfest.
The Grand Marshall is Darlene Greaves; there will be over 100
units, 14 floats, 11 bands or Drum & Bugle Corps, and many other
attractions. In keeping with the 70' s and 80' s theme, Bob Love
who lead the Chicago Bulls in scoring during the 1970' s is riding
with David Nyc in his Corvette Convertible. Benny, the Bulls'
mascot, will also be in attendance.
16. PLAN COMMISSION - VILLAGE MANAGER
No report .
17 . ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - VILLAGE MANAGER
No report.
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18. REPORTS OF OTHER BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COMMITTEES
a. CABLE TV COMMITTEE - TRUSTEES PETRI/LISSNER
Meetina Schedule - The next meeting of the Regional
Committee will take place in Palatine on Thursday, June 18,
1998 at 7:30 p.m.
b. COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD - TRUSTEE CZARNIK
Spirit Award - The latest Village Newsletter contained
nomination forms, which can be completed and sent to the
Community Service Office.
Red Cross Shelter Operation Training - The training
sessions were completed on May 28, 1998. There were fifteen
(15) participants who found the sessions to be informative
and enlightening.
Meeting Schedule - The next meeting of the Community Service
Board will be held on Thursday, June 18, 1998 at 7 : 00 p.m.
in the lower level of the Municipal Building.
C. LIQUOR COMMISSION - PRESIDENT JOHNSON
Liquor Licenses - Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 2648
entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3, CHAPTER 3, SECTION
3-3-7, NUMBER OF LICENSES OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF THE VILLAGE
OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE BY DECREASING THE NUMBER OF CLASS "B"
LIQUOR LICENSES (WALGREEN COMPANY) ."
MOVED: Trustee Dill SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES: Trustees Petri, Prochno, Czarnik, Dill, Lissner,
ABSENT: Trustee Feichter
MOTION CARRIED
d. CAMELOT COMMITTEE - PRESIDENT JOHNSON
Meeting Schedule - The next meeting of the committee will be
held in July. The Camelot Celebration will take place on
September 19, 1998 with costumes optional.
19. ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS & COMMUNICATIONS - VILLAGE CLERK
None
20. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
The President requested the removal of item a. and b. from the
agenda.
21. REPORT FROM THE VILLAGE MANAGER
Arlington Heights Road - The Cook County Highway Department has
scheduled significant roadway construction for 1-1/4 miles of
Arlington Heights Road, from north of Oakton Street to Cosman
Road. There will be one lane of traffic in each direction with
expected significant delays during the morning and afternoon rush
hours. The project is anticipated to run from June 15 through
November 20, 1998 . Notification has been distributed to
residents and businesses who will be effected.
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22 . NEW BUSINESS
Position Classification - Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 2649
entitled "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE POSITION CLASSIFICATION AND
SALARY PLAN OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE (POLICE
OFFICER) ."
MOVED: Trustee Prochno SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES: Trustees Petri, Prochno, Czarnik, Dill, Lissner
ABSENT: Trustee Feichter,
MOTION CARRIED
9:11 P.M.
Chicago Bears - President Johnson read a Public Statement to update
the community with respect to the status of the potential Bears
development. (A copy of the complete statement is attached hereto and
made a part hereof. )
AUDIENCE - 9:19 P.M.
Mr. James Goranson, 289 Edgeware Road addressed the Board voicing his
support for the Board on the issue of the possibility of a Bears
stadium, stating that the Board will do what is in the best interest
of the Village.
Mr. Robert DiDomenico, 578 Jersey Lane questioned the Board regarding
a surcharge on cellular phones for use of 911; west side garage
landscaping; no parking sign removal; truck traffic on Biesterfield
and Meacham Roads; and usage of the Bears stadium other than for
football .
23 . ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:33 p.m.
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Dill
AYES: Trustees Petri, Prochno, Lissner, Petri, Prochno
ABSENT: Trustee Feichter
MOTION CARRIED
Patricia S. Smith
Village Clerk
Craig B. Johnson
Village President
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