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HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 05/17/1966 - MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE HELD ON MAY 17, 1966, President Jack D. Pahl called the meeting to order at 8:04 P. M. in the Municipal Building in said Village. The Reverend Roger Pittelko, Pastor of the Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit opened the meeting with a prayer. Upon the roll being called by Deupty Clerk Rosella M. Dunning, the following Trustees answered "PRESENT" - Ronald L. Chernick, George C. Coney, Ralph A. Lewis, George E.'Mullen, Charles J. Zettek; "ABSENT" - Thomas A. Garrity. Village Attorney Edward C. Hofert was present at this meeting. It was moved by Trustee Chernick and seconded by Trustee Lewis that the minutes of the regular meeting of May 10, 1966 be approved as submitted and that the Board dispense with the reading thereof. The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. President Pahl encouraged everyone in the Village to vote yes on May 21st for the Park District Referendum, Attorney Hofert reported: 1 . That he has had meetings with Plan Commission Chairman Schwellenbach on the proposed zoning ordinance submitted by Tec-Search. Mr. Hofert said that his comments are in the preliminary stage. He also said that there is a good deal of work yet to be done on the ordinance before it can be considered to be in a form to go to public hearing. 2. That he has visited the Wesley Luehring Property on Arlington Heights Road between Kennedy Boulevard and Devon Avenue and the Swiatek property at the interesection of Arlington Heights Road and Biesterfield Road. He said that the Luehring property is a public nuisance in that it presents a potential danger, The Swiatek property, he said, contains housing for several families who are using non-sanitary toilet facilities which is a health hazard for the people using these facilities and for others, and that the property owner has not recognized the Village's concern in this situation. Mr. Hofert recommended that appropriate action be taken to demolish the Luehring premises by means of a Circuit Court injunction, and he suggested that the Village take action in the Swiatek case also thru a Circuit Court injunction. It was moved by Trustee Zettek and seconded by Trustee Lewis that the Board direct the Village Attorney to do all things necessary to accomplish the abatement of the two situations referred to in item #2 of the Village Attorneyts report above. The President directed the Deputy Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Coney, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek; "NAY" - none; "ABSENT" - Garrity. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Trustee Mullen said that an ordinance passed by the Village of Mount Prospect has come to his attention as Judiciary Commission Chairman which ordinance refers to intoxicated drivers and those who are under the influence of narcotics. He asked the Village Attorney to investigate whether or not the Village is covered when a driver who may appear to be intoxicated is under the influence of drugs. Trustee Garrity arrived - 8:14 p. M. Village Manager George L. Majoros read a report, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof. It was moved by Trustee Mullen and seconded by Trustee Coney that the Board direct the Village Manager to hire the firm of Arthur Anderson & Company for the annual audit for the fiscal year ending April 30, 1966 not to exceed $2500 for the General Fund and $1500 for the Water and Sewer Fund. The President directed the Deputy Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being callled the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Coney, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek; "NAY"- none; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motijn carried. - 1 - Reg5-17-66 VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT MAY 17, 1966 1 . Annual Audit A proposal has been submitted by the firm of Arthur Andersen and Co. to audit the Village funds for the fiscal year ending April 30, 1966. This firm has pro- vided the audit service for the past two years in a satisfactory manner and is, in my opinion, best qualified to continue this service. I recommend engaging the firm of Arthur Andersen and Co, for the annual audit. 2. Water StorageTank Paint Bid Opening Bid forms and specifications have been prepared for the painting of the interior of the water storage reservoir at well ;`1 . The advertisement for bids can ap- pear in the Elk Grove Herald Thursday, May 19th. In order to award a contract on June 7th, the Engineer should have at least a day or two to examine the bids . A public bid opening date of June 3, 1966 at 3 P.M. in the office of the Village Manager is tentatively scheduled, if there is no objection from the Board. 3. Open Space Communities Film A film titled "Open Space Communities: A New Environment for America" , pre- pared by The National Association of Home Builders, has been scheduled for showing before the Village Board meeting on June 7, 1966. The Plan Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will also be invited. 4. Building Fees In light of the present budget provisions for the addition to the building in- spection staff of a third inspector, I recommend no increase in building fees until an evaluation of the work load is made before the 1966-1967 budget is prepared. GLM/dp It was moved by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Garrity that the Board advertise for bids for the painting of the interior of the water storage reservoir at well #1 , bids to be opened June 3, 1966 at 3 p. m. in the Village Managerts office. The President directed the Deputy Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Coney, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek; "NAY" - none; "ABSENT" - none. Where- upon the President declared the motion carried. Lieutenant Denney read the Fire Chief's report forr the month of April 1966. This report will be on file in the Clerkts office. The Deputy Clerk noted receipt by her of a letter dated May 11 , 1966 from Arthur Anderson and Company containing the quotation referred to in item #1 of the Manager's Report. The Deputy Clerk read: 1 . Notice from the State Division of Highways of Motor Fuel Tax Allotment for the month of April 1966 in the amount of $6,921 .80. 2. Notice from the State Department of Revenue of Sales Tax to be remitted to the Village for the month of February 1966 in the amount of $11 ,714.68. 3. A letter dated May 16, 1966 from Mr. Evan W. Stebbins, Real Estate Manager of Centex Corporation requesting that the Board delay the passage of the proposed ordinance relative to street pavements until such time as Centex's engineers can order, receive and study the State of Illinois specifications which are referred to and incorporated by reference in said proposed ordinance. 4. A memorandum dated May 17th from Stephen C. Schwellenbach on behalf of the Plan Commissinn, expressing to the President and Trustees the Plan Commissionts complete confidence in Mr. Richard McGrenera and their view "that Mr. McGrenera by experience, desire, disposition and performance is extremely well qualified to serve as a member of the Plan Commission'.' It was moved by Trustee Zettek and seconded by Trustee Chernick that the Board concur in the President's appointment of Mr. Richard McGrenera as a member of the Plan Commission for the term so indicated by the President in the President' s Report of two meetings ago. Attorney Hofert said that since the motion for concurrence in the appointment made at a previous meeting was voted upon at that time, in order for this subject to be again voted upon, the President, if he so wished, must again make the appointment. The President said that he feels Mr. McGrenera is the most highly qualified person in the Village to serve on the Plan Commission, particularly in the very important work they are now doing. He asked the Board to concur in his appoint- ment of Mr. McGrenera for the term expiring April 30, 1969. Trustee Garrity stated the Board is in the area of "Petitions, Communications, Resolutions & Ordinances" as it appears on the agenda and that unless the Board permits the President to deviate from the agenda, it would not be in order to make appointments at this time, whereupon Trustee Garrity moved, seconded by Trustee Lewis, that the Board deviate from the agenda to permit the President to make any appointment he might desire. The President directed the Deputy Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Zettek; "NAY" - Coney, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion not carried. Following discussion of the subject ordinance, it was moved by Trustee Mullen and seconded by Trustee Lewis that the Board take from the table an ordinance amending the Municipal Code of Elk Grove Village relating to street pavement standards. The ie6tion W&& voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the motion carried. - 2 - Reg. 5 - 17 - 66 It was moved by Trustee Mullen and seconded by Trustee Garrity that the Board have a first reading on an ordinance amending the Municipal Code of Elk Grove Village relating to street pavement standards. The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declare he motion carried. The Deputy Clerk then read the ordinance, she was requested to have this matter on the agenda for the regular meeting four weeks hence. Mr. Gayle Bantner, Chairman of the Fire and Police Commission, read a report of the Board of Commissioners for the fiscal year ending April 30, 1966. This report will be on file in the Clerkfs office. At this time (9:09 p. m.) the President declared a recess to permit residence in attendance at this meeting to address questions and comments to the Board members. President Pahl reconvened the meeting at 9:18 p. m, and directed the Deputy Clerk to call the roll. Upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "PRESENT" - Chernick, Coney, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek; "ABSENT" - none. It was moved by Trustee Garrity and seconded by Trustee Mullen that the Board direct the Building Department to issue a building permit to Mr. Marcheschi (290 Fern Drive) for the erection of a six foot fence around his swimming pool. The President directed the Deputy Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "AYE° - Chernick, Coney, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek; "NAY" - none; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. It was moved by Trustee Mullen and seconded by Trustee Garrity that the Board refer to the Plan Commission an ordinance amending the Zoning Crdinance of Elk Grove Village. The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon tYs President declared the motion carried. Mr. George Johnson, Chairman of the Insurance Advisory Board, presented a report entitled "Insurance Recuirements for Bid". Specifications will be distributed to interested bidding companies and bids will be opened at 7:30 p. m. Thursday, June 16, 1966 at the Village Hall. President Pahl administered the oath of office to Michael A. Tosto, Fire Lieutenant, Street Department Foreman Jack Andrews red a Public Works Department Report for April 1966 which report will be on file in the Clerkts office. It was moved by Trustee Mullen and seconded by Trustee Lewis that the meeting be adjourned. President Pahl appointed Mr. Richard McGrenera as a member of the Plan Commission for the term ending April 30, 1969. It was moved by Trustee Zettek and seconded by Trustee Chernick that the Board concur the Presidentfs appointment of Mr. Richard McGrenera as a member of the Plan Commission for the term ending April 30, 1969. President Pahl ruled that the only motion on the floor was that of Trustee Zettek. It was moved by Trustee Garrity and seconded by Trustee Mullen that the ruling of the chair be appealed. President Pahl said that the only motion recognized is that made by Trustee Zettek. The President directed the Deputy Clerk to call the roll on the motion to appoint Mr. McGrenera to the Plan Commission for the term ending April 30, 1969. Upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Chernick, Zettek; "NAY" - Coney, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen,; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion not carried. - 3 - Reg. 5-17-66 It was moved by TrustAe Garrity and seconded by Trustee Lewis to re-consider. It was moved by Trustee Zettek and seconded by Trustee Coney that the meeting be adjourned, whereupon the President delcared the meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m. a //,Z. o elle M. Dunning Deputy Clerk APPROVED: � J Tack Pa Pres'de t - 4 - Reg. 5-17-66