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HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 01/02/1968 - MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE HELD ON JANUARY 2, 1968 President Jack D. Pahl called the meeting to order at 8:05 p.m. in the Municipal Building in said Village. Upon the roll being called by the Village Clerk Eleanor G. Turner, the following Trustees answered "PRESENT" - Ronald L. Chernick, George C. Coney, James R. Gibson, Eugene V. Keith, Richard A. McGrenera, Charles J. Zettek; "ABSENT" - none. Attorney Edward C. Hofert was present at this meeting. The following corrections were made to the minutes of the meeting of December 19, 1967: Page 2, paragraph 2, line 5 to read, as follows: "it is used solely for business purposes at this location. An identification sign is placed - ". Page 2, paragraph 3, line 9, second word "for" instead of "as". Page 4, paragraph 1 , lines 5 and 6 to read, as follows: "or not this has any effect on the location of the proposed sixth well and/or whether or not a seventh well is recommended for develop- ment in the Industrial Park. Trustee Keith requested that the Page 5, paragraph 2, line 6 insert the word "and" following June 1 , 1968. It was moved by Trustee Zettek and seconded by Trustee Coney that the minutes of the regular meeting of December 19, 1967 be approved, as corrected, and the Board dispense with the reading thereof. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, whereupon the President declared the motion carried. President Pahl made the following appointments to the Route 72 Committee: Mr. Harry Cooper President of the Centex Industrial Park Association Mr. Neil Cooney President of the Elk Grove Village Chamber of Commerce Trustee George C. Coney President Pahl stated that he will serve as Chairman of this Committee. Attorney Hofert stated that he has submitted to the Board a proposed ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance as to fences. Following dis- cussion as to certain provisions of the proposed ordinance, which are in conflict with the direction which was given to the Attorney by the Village Board, the proposed ordinance was referred to the Judiciary Committee and the Village Attorney. n Mr. Charles A. Willis, Village Manager, reported that School District No. 59 will request a public hearing for continuation of a special use of property at 780 Tonne Road for storage purposes. This was referred to the Plan Commission for public hearing. Mr. Willis also reported that he has received two (2) requests for waiving the charges for the monthly additions to the water customer list, one being from the Elk Grove Township Assessor' s Office and the other from the Elk Grove Village Public Library Board. Mr. Willis recommended that the first request be approved and said he had no recommendation on the request of the Library Board. -1- Reg. 1/2/68 It was moved by Trustee McGrenera and seconded by Trustee Keith that the Board waive the One ($1 .00) Dollar per month charge to the Elk Grove Township Assessor' s Office for the monthly additions to the list of water users. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called, the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Keith, McGrenera, Zettek; "NAY" - Chernick, Coney, Gibson; "ABSENT" - none. President Pahl voted "AYE", whereupon he declared the motion carried. It was moved by Trustee McGrenera and seconded by Trustee Keith that the Board waive the One ($1 .00) Dollar per month charge to the Elk Grove Village Public Library for the monthly additions to the water users. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called, the following Trustees answered "AYE" - McGrenera, Zettek; "NAY" - Chernick; Coney, Gibson; "ABSTAIN" - Keith; "ABSENT" - none, Whereupon the President declared the motion not carried. Mr. Willis reported that the proposed Newsletter to be mailed before Christmas was not published because of time limitations and he recom- mended that the Village proceed to print and mail a Newsletter at this time, the cost of which will be consistent with the cost of the 1967 Newsletter. It was moved by Trustee Coney and seconded by Trustee Chernick that the Board authorize the Village Manager to proceed with publication of a Newsletter to the Village, the cost of which will be consistent with the Newsletter published in the Spring of 1967. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called, the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Coney, Keith, McGrenera, Zettek; "NAY" - Gibson; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Trustee Gibson explained his "NAY" vote by stating that Paddock Publications disseminates informa- tion and he felt it unnecessary that the Village go to the expense of providing the same information to the residents which, by the time it reaches them, will be "stale". Mr. Willis reported that he has received written information from the Cook County Highway Department regarding studies of Arlington Heights Road which indicate that they feel the forty (40) mile per hour speed limit is proper, that they are conducting further studies as to addi- tional traffic control devices and will be reporting to the Village as soon as the study is completed. The Trustees directed the Manager to continue to exert all pressure and effort possible to have the speed limit between Higgins Road and Devon Avenue reduced and to get additional traffic controls. Mr. Willis reported that the Village was not represented at a December 21 , 1967 hearing by the DuPage County Zoning Board of Appeals regarding business zoning requested for the southeast corner of Devon Avenue and Spruce Lane, which is located one block west of Route 83. It was moved by Trustee Gibson and seconded by Trustee Coney that the Village forward to the DuPage County Zoning Board of Appeals a com- munication stating that the Village is opposed to the proposed zoning at the Southeast corner of Devon Avenue and Spruce Lane on the basis of spot zoning. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Mr. Willis reported that core samples have been taken of the street pavement on Turner Avenue and of those streets which have been completed in Section 14, the acceptance of which has been requested by Centex Corporation. He said that the cost of the core samples will be approxi- mately Two Hundred Sixty-four (" 264.00) Dollars and that the lab report, based on the streets' construction in relation to the Village' s standards, will be given to the Board as soon as it is received. Mr. Willis said that he has prepared a December 22, 1967 recommendation for handling public improvements, copies of which have hocri given to the President -2- Reg. 1/2/68 and Trustees. This report was referred to the Capital Improvements Committee for consideration and recommendation back to the Board. Trustee Coney, Chairman of the Capital Improvements Committee, stated that the comments of the Board members would be welcomed by his Committee. Trustee Gibson suggested that the Building Department review the Municipal Code regarding driveway widths and make a recommendation and that the Board not await the completion of concrete flat work specifications before considering this question. It was the consensus that this question be studied by the Building Department and the Manager's office as a separate item rather than being combined with concrete specifications. Trustee Gibson reported that the Judiciary Committee has prepared a Resolution regarding Police service for the Park District, copies of which were distributed to the Board members. Trustee Coney requested that the Fire Chief present a recommendation concerning smoke ALARM systems as compared to fire alarm systems installed in homes. Village Engineer Robert E. Peterson reported that at the Board meeting two weeks hence, he will have a report for the Board concerning water usage, Well No. 6 location, and additional water storage. It was moved by Trustee Keith and seconded by Trustee Coney that the Board authorize the disbursement of $21 ,051 .27 from the Water and Sewer Department Operating Account, $10,236.99 from the General Corporate Account, and $75.44 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund Account. Questions were raised concerning certain items on the warrant. It was moved by Trustee Gibson that the Board amend the motion and change the amount of the General Corporate authorization from $10,236.99 to $9,986.99, thereby eliminating the recognition award of $250.00 to Sergeant Richard Losch. The motion failed for lack of a second. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called, the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Coney, Keith, McGrenera, Zettek; "NAY" - Gibson; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Trustee Coney, Chairman of the Capital Improvements Committee, stated that the Committee is going to DeKalb to inspect architectural work and hopefully will be ready with a recommendation within the next two weeks as to an architect for the new municipal facilities. Trustee Gibson reported that there has been no response from Branigar Homeowners Association regarding the annexation proposal. It was agreeable with the Board that the Branigar Homeowners Association be billed in the amount of Three Thousand ($3,000.00) Dollars for fire protection for the year beginning November 1 , 1967. Regarding real estate sold signs, Trustee Gibson reported that the Sign Ordinance, No. 388, does not specifically prohibit real estate sold signs, and the Committee recommends that the violations which have been cited be dismissed. Trustee Gibson also stated that a survey of surrounding communities - Arlington Heights, Rolling Meadows, Hoffman Estates, Mt. Prospect, Des Plaines and Park Ridge - indicates that communities, other than Rolling Meadows, do not consider real estate sold signs a problem nor have they experienced any problems with them. Rolling Meadows does have a specific prohibition against them, and enforces it, from the information received in the survey. The Judiciary Committee does not recommend any change in the Ordinance relating to this specific subject. Mr. Alan Peters, Attorney representing Realtors who have been cited -3- Reg. 1/2/68 (amended) for violations of Section 12.003 (A) of the Municipal Code, was present in the audience and explained to the Board their position represented in writing by a petition for amendment or modification to the Sign Ordinance. Attorney Hofert stated that since this matter is in prosecu- tion at the present time that it would be appropriate for the Board to meet with him after the meeting to discuss, privately, the disposition of this matter. rDiscussion followed concerning the proposed Resolution presented by the ))l Judiciary Committee regarding Police protection, whereupon it was moved by Trustee Gibson and seconded by Trustee Keith that the Board adopt Resolution #1-68, "A RESOLUTION AFFORDING POLICE PROTECTION BY THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE TO THE ELK GROVE PARK DISTRICT". Trustee Zettek stated that he is concerned about the enforcement of Park District ordinances which may contain rules the Board may not agree with. President Pahl stated that he would like the Judiciary Committee, the Administrative staff, the Park District Commissioners, and the Village Attorney to work out the details of the arrangement. It was moved by Trustee Chernick and seconded by Trustee Zettek that the foregoing motion be tabled indefinitely. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called, the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Coney, Keith, Zettek; "NAY" - Gibson, McGrenera; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. The Clerk reported receipt of a petition dated December 22, 1967 from Mr. Alvin Golemo, of 340 Walnut Lane, requesting a zoning variation to permit construction of a room addition over the rear yard setback requirement and the Village Clerk stated that this petition has been forwarded to the Zoning Board for a hearing. The Clerk requested the r Board's direction as to whether or not a Ninety ($90.00) Dollar Court )!` Reporter deposit should be required in this case. It was the consensus that the deposit be required. Trustee Chernick stated that he would like to have the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals make known his opinion regarding the presence of a Court Reporter at hearings of this type and also in fence variation cases. The Clerk reported receipt of a letter dated December 18, 1967 from the State Department of Public Works and Buildings stating that State Law requires that a person or municipality desiring to do any work on State right-of-ways obtain a permit in writing from the Illinois Division of Highways. With each permit, a bond is required to guarantee to the State that the work will be completed in accordance with con- ditions and restrictions contained in the permit. However, for a Municipality, a Resolution is acceptable in lieu of a bond. Following discussion, it was moved by Trustee Keith that the Board adopt Resolution #2-68 entitled, "YEARLY RESOLUTION FOR CONSTRUCTION Oil STATE RIGHT-OF-WAY". The foregoing motion failed for lack of a second. It was the Board' s decision that in each case where Village work is required on a State right-of-way, the Village will supply a bond. Mr. Willis requested Board direction as to whether or not the Village should provide ice and snow removal service on County and State highways ( in the Village. It was the consensus of the Board that such service be provided. The Clerk stated that at the last meeting of the Village Board, the Plan Commission recommended approval of the location of a temporary building at the Elk Grove Apartments for the purpose of housing snow removal and lawn maintenance equipment subject to the location of the building being shown on the final approved plat and that the building will be demolished in June to August of 1969• The Clerk noted that the final plat, which was approved during the year 1967, has not been recorded due to the fact that there is certain information required by -4- Reg. 1/2/68 the Cook County Recorder of Deeds which was not on the plat. These deficiencies are being corrected at this time and the Clerk asked the Board's direction as to whether or not the temporary building is to be approved and the date of which it is to be demolished so that this information can be transferred to the plat. After all additions have been made, the plat will be resubmitted to the Board for final approval and at that point recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds. It was moved by Trustee Keith and seconded by Trustee Gibson that the Board accept the recommendation of the Plan Commission and authorize changing the apartment plat by locating a temporary building in the apartment area, which building shall be demolished by June 30, 1969. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called, the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Coney, Gibson, Keith, McGrenera, Zettek; "NAY" - none; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. The Clerk stated that a review of the file on the agreement with Cities Service as to the ownership of the underground gasoline tanks reveals that ownership is with Cities Service. Trustee Keith suggested that the Manager write to Cities Service and request information regarding the Village's acquiring ownership of these tanks. Trustee Zettek opened a discussion concerning returning to meeting twice a month instead of four times a month. Following discussion, it was moved by Trustee Zettek and seconded by Trustee Chernick that the Board have regular meetings twice each month. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called, the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Zettek; "NAY" - Gibson, Keith, McGrenera; "ABSTAIN" - Coney; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion not carried. Due to the recent fire in the Village, which apparently was caused by an overheated space heater, Trustee McGrenera questioned whether or not there could be an inspection of all such installations. Building Inspector Walla, present in the audience, stated that there is an ordinance requiring a space heater permit for Three ($3.00) Dollars and an inspection but permit enforcement is difficult. It was noted that-perhaps this would be a good item for the Newsletter. The Clerk reported receipt of a request, approved by the Manager, from the Chief of Police for an expenditure of $365.75 for Sergeant Losch's attendance at the Traffic Institute of Northwestern University on the subject of "Principal of Police Management" from January 8th through February 9th, 1968. The cost of the tuition is $330.00, cost of course material is $35.75. It was moved by Trustee Zettek and seconded by Trustee Chernick that the Board authorize the disbursement of $365.75 payable to the Traffic Institute of Northwestern University for the attendance of Sergeant Richard Losch from January 8th to February 9th, 1968 at a course entitled, "Principals of Police Management". The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called, the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Coney, Gibson, Keith, McGrenera, Zettek; "NAY" - none; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. j It was moved by Trustee Coney and seconded by Trustee Zettek that the J` meeting be adjourned. The motion was voted upon by acclamation; where- upon the President declared the motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 11 :00 p.m. Eleanor G. Turn illage Clerk APPROVED: ,i -5- Reg. 1/2/68 (amended)