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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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