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HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 05/01/1973 - MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE HELD ON MAY 1 , 1973 President Charles J. Zettek called the meeting to order at 8:08 p.m. in the Municipal Building of Elk Grove Village and directed the Village Clerk Richard A. McGrenera to call the roll . Upon the roll being called the following answered PRESENT: Trustees Ronald L. Chernick, Robert H. Durning, Edward 11. Kenna, George T. Spees, Theodore J . Staddler, Nancy L. Vanderweel ; ABSENT: None. Village Attorney Edward C. Hofert was present at this meeting. The Rev. J. Ward Morrison, Pastor of The Queen of The Rosary Church, delivered the invocation. It was moved by Trustee Kenna and seconded by Trustee Spees that the minutes of the regular meeting of April 24, 1973 be approved as submitted and the Board dispense with the reading thereof. The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the notion carried. President Zettek recessed the meeting for the installation of the Officials elected at the April 17, 1973 Municipal Election, Village Clerk Richard A. McGrenera administered the Oath of Office to Eleanor G. Turner, newly elected Village Clerk. Village Clerk Eleanor G. Turner administered the Oath of Office to Charles J. Zettek, incumbent,elected Village President. President Zettek administered the Oath of Office to Nancy L. Vanderweel , r. George T. Specs , and Theodore J. Staddler, incumbents , elected Village Trustees for four year terms. President Zettek administered the Oath of Office to Michael Tosto, elected Village Trustee for a two year term. President Zettek administered the Oath of Office to Barbara Walsh and Grover Streich, incumbents elected for six year terms to the office of Library Director. President Zettek reconvened the meeting at 8: 25 p.m. and directed the Village Clerk, Eleanor G . Turner, to call the roll . Upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered PRESENT: Ronald L Chernick, Edward W. Kenna, George T. Specs, Theodore J. Staddler, Michael Tosto, Nancy L. Vanderweel . President Zettek presented an Honored Citizens Certificate and plaque to outgoing Village Clerk Richard A. McGrenera and outgoing Trustee Robert H. Durning. Mr. Durning expressed his appreciation for the honor of having served on the Board for the- past two years. The Village Clerk and Trustees who were elected April 17th gave expressions of appreciation for support received and pledged their commitment to their municipal duties for the coining years. President Zettek expressed his appreciation to thr,-e persons who worked for him and helped him win, by the margin in which he did, in the April 17th election. The President stated that the Board will continue to strive for excellence in government in Elk Grove Vil lage, both on the Board and in the Administration. President Zettek reported that the Board has received a petition to contest the Election for the two year term from Mr. Alvin Krasnow. It was moved by Trustee Specs and seconded by Trustee Staddler that the Board acknowledge receipt of the petition from Mr. Alvin Krasno�e to con- test the election of the Village of Elk Grove Vi ' lage held on April 17, 1973 for the tvo year term. The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. - I - 5/1/73 It was moved by Trustee Staddler and seconded by Trustee Spees that the Board call a special meeting to be held at 8:00 p.m. , Thursday, May 10, 1973 for the purpose of counting the ballots cast at the April 17, 1973 election. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered AYE: Spees, Staddler; NAY: Kenna, Testa, Vanderweel ; ABSTAIN: Chernick, ABSENT: None; whereupon the President declared the motion not carried. It was moved by Trustee Kenna and seconded by Trustee Vanderweel that a special meeting of the Board be called for 7:00 p.m. , Tuesday. May 8th and at the conclusion of the regular business scheduled for that date that the Board proceed with the counting of the ballots of the April 17, 1973 election. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following '.'rustees answered AYE: Chernick, Kenna, Tosto, Vanderweel ; NAYS: Spees, Staddler; ABSENT: None; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. It was moved by Trustee Chernick and seconded by Trustee Staddler that the Board adopt Resolution No. 41-73 entitled "A RESOLUTION URGING PRESERVATION OF THE ARLINGTON HEIGHTS AR14Y AIR DEFENSE SITE (NIKE BASE)". The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered AYE: Chernick, Kenna, Spees, Staddler, Tosto, Vanderweel ; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. The Board discussed the recommendation of the Village Manager dated April 17, 1973 in which he recommendedthat the purchase authorization granted by the Village Board on April 24, 1973 for the purchase and planting of 75 silver maple trees be rescinded. The specifications were incomplete, and silver maple is not an approved species for parkway planting. It was moved by Trustee Spees and seconded by Trustee Staddler that the Board rescind its authorization given on April 24, 1973 to purchase 75 silver maple (4l trees from Windy City Landscaping Company and to reject all bids submitted. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the ro11 being called the following Trustees answered AYE: Tosto, Staddler, Kenna, Vanderweel , Chernick, Spees; NAY: none; ABSENT: none; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Trustee Chernick stated that a Capital Improvements Committee meeting will be called next week to discuss reports and items on their agenda. At this time 9:00 p.m. the President asked if there were persons in the audience who wished to address the Board. There being none, a recess was not called. Trustee Kenna reported the Judiciary, Planning and Zoning Committee met with the Village Manager and representatives of the Lions Club last Saturday to discuss the 4th of July fireworks display. It w=s moved by Trustee Kenna and seconded by Trustee Spees that the Board authorize the issuance of a license, without fee, to the Lions Club for a fireworks display to be held on July 4th pursuant to working out all safety precautions with the Village Manager. The President directed the Clerk :o call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered AYE: Vanderweel , Staddler, Kenna, Chernick, Tosto, Spees; NAY: None; ABSENT: None; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Trustee Kenna reported that the Judiciary, Planning and Zoning Committee has reviewed an ordinance adopted by the Village of Arlington Heights reiat;ng to the movement of shopping carts from parking lots surrounding shopping centers . Action has been requested by the management of two major shopping centers in Elk Grove Village. The Committee concurs with the request that action be taken. It was moved by Trustee Kenna and seconded by Trustee Chernick that the Board direct the Village Attorney to draft an ordinance in keeping with the ordinance of the Village of Arlington Heights relating to the movement of shopping carts . The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. - 2 - 5/1/73 Trustee Vanderweel requested Board opinion as to the establishment of the policy that the ten year service award pin ba presented to employees at the annual banquet for Board and Commission members. Following discussion, it was the consensus that this policy be established. The Clerk reported that the Plan Commission has approved the petition of Centex Corporation for rezoning from 1 -1 to B-2 of property located at the corner of Brummel Avenue and Route 83 for a furniture sales facility and warehouse. Trustee Kenna stated that the Judiciary, Planning and Zoning Committee concurs with the Plan Commission recommendation, whereupon it was moved by Trustee Kenna and seconded by Trustee Chernick that the Board direct the Village Attorney to draft the proper ordinance rezoning said property from 1 -1 to B-2. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered AYE: Tosto, Vanderweel , Specs, Staddler, Kenna, Chernick; NAY: none: ABSENT: None; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. The Clerk reported receipt of a request from the Elk Grove Village V.F .W Post 9284 and its Ladies Auxiliary for permission to sell poppies in Elk Grove Village on May 24th, proceeds to be used to assist veterans in various ways. It was moved by Trustee Specs and seconded by Trustee Staddler that the 3oard authorize the issuance of a permit, without fee, to the Elk Grove Village Post No.9284 of the V.F.LJ, for the sale of Poppies in Elk Grove Village on May 24, 1973. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered AYE: Staddler, Kenna, Chernick, Vanderweel , Tosto, Specs. NAY: None; ABSENT: None; whereupon the President declared the motion carried . The Clerk read a letter from the Elk Grove Village Athletic Association for permission to have concession stands at various parks, school and church locations throughout Elk Grove Village during the Softball and Football Seasons in 1973 . It was moved by Trustee Vanderweel and seconded by Trustee Specs that the Board authorize the issuance of the necessary licenses without fees predicated on the fact that they do have permission from property owners involved to conduct the activities involved on these properties as requested. Following a brief discussion it was moved by Trustee Kenna and seconded by Trustee Staddler that the foregoing motion be tabled until next Tuesday' s Board meeting. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered AYE: Staddler, Kenna, Chernick, Vanderweel , Tosto, Specs; NAY: None; ABSENT: None; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. The Judiciary, Planning and Zoning Committee will review the Elk Grove Village Athletic Association request as outlined above. The Village Manager reported that the Village has advertised for bids on the total insurance package pursuant to the advice of the Insurance Consultant. Bids are due Ju,ie I , 1973 and recommendations to the Village Board will follow after careful examination of the bids by the consultant and the Director of Finance. The Manager also reported that school speed signs at the Elk Grove High School have been removed by the County, The staff is exploring the reasons for this and will report at a later date. Following questions and comments by Trustee Chernick, consideration and action for reduction of the speed limit on Biesterfield Road was assigned to the Capital Improvements Committee. Discussion followed between Board Members and Mr. Lee Rodriguez, President of the Elk Grove Village .Jaycees, concerning glass recycling which is now being sponsored by the Jaycees. Problems have been encountered in this project and means to avoid contamination with foreign objects are being sought . The Manager' s office will report further- as discussions and research take place. - 3 - 5/1/73 t Trustee Spees reported that at his request the Police Chief provided a report relating to a series of vandalism acts at the home of Officer Richard Rusch which may be related to his employment at the High School as Police Cuunseler. It was moved by Trustee Spees and seconded by Trustee Vanderweel that the Board reimburse Officer Richard Busch the sum of $30.00 for the repair and replacement of storm windows and screens which was not covered by his house- hold insurance. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered AYE: Staddler, Vanderweel , Chernick, Kenna, Spees, Tosto; NAY: None; ABSENT: None; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. President Zettek reported that he and Trustee Kenna met with President Jack Allen of the Association of Industry and Commerce and Mr. Stanley Klyber, Executive Director of the Association and a meeting will be arranged through the Village Manager with members of both the Village Board and the Directors of the Association , President Zettek issued a Proclamation, proclaiming Saturday, May 12, 1973 as Annual Salt Creek Clean-Up Day in Elk Grove Village sponsored by the Elk Grove Park District , requesting residents to do their part in cleaning their yards to add to a cleaner environment. It was moved by Trustee Chernick and seconded by Trustee Staddler that the Board adopt Resolution No. 42-73 entitled;'A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE "BRIDGE" A YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU SPONSORED BY THE PALATINE TOWNSHIP YOUTH COMMITTEE . The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. It was moved by Trustee Kenna and seconded by Trustee Vanderweel that the meeting be adjourned. The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. C .tN /Z Village C k President 4 " 5!1/73