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HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 05/11/1965 - MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND 8OPM OF TRUSTEES OF THE TILLAGE OF FLK GROVE VILLAGE HELD CK MAY 11 , 196 President Jack D. Pahl called the meeting to order at 8:0.5 p, m. in the Municipal Building in said Village and directed the Village Clerk to call the roll: Upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "PRESENT" - Ronald Chernick, George C: Coheyy Thomas A. Garrity, Ralph A. Lewis, George E. Mullen Charles J. Zettek. It was moved by Trustee Zettek and seconded by Trustee Garrity that the minutes ok the regular meeting of May 6, 1965 be approved as submitted and that the Board dispense with the reading thereof. Following two questions directed, to Trustee Lewis regarding, atatements in the minutes, Trustee Lewis asked that the minutes be held for approval at the next regular meeting to give him further time to review them. The foregoing motion wae:ewithdrawn with the oonsent of the second. Attorney Hofert reported that he has drafted ordinances regarding open drainage Jildhe4 in industrial areas where they abut residential land, but suggested that discussion be held pending Village Administrator Majoros' arrival at the meeting since he wanted to participate in the discussion. President Pahl said that the Village En¢ineer has a meeting-night conflict and the agenda will be changed so he reports on the first and third Tuesdays instead of the second and fourth. Building Inspector Albert Walla gave a report for the month of April 1965 showing 48 permits issued, construction value reported was •x1 ,410,720 and fees collected totaled 436,226.90. In the absence of a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Trustee Garrity reported that the variations reouested by R. C. Can and Atlantic Steel are still pending following further investigation and clarification of the provisions of the ordinance. President Pahl requested Attorney Hofert to meet with Mr. Fleming of the Zoning Board and Mr. Majoros on this question. Mr. Thomas Rettenbacher, Chairman of the Electrical Commission, reported that he is planning to attend a meeting next week on wiring in false ceilings and requested opinions and comments from the Board members. Trustee Lewis said he will send Mr. Rettenbacher his views. A general discussion then followed on this subject. The Clerk reported that copies of a letter dated May 11 , 1965 from Mr. Jerry E. Lane have been distributed to the Board members, and said letter will be on file in the Clerks office for reading by others who may be interested. The Clerk read a letter dated May 10, 1965 from W. S. Warfield III, representing the Willett Motor Coach Company and Affiliates, stating that at the May 6th Village Board meeting the question was raised as to whether or not Willett would accept a zoning change which would limit the renting and leasing of motor vehicles to customers other than the general public. Mr. Warfield said that his clients feel that they cannot do so, although that particular part of their business amounts to only about 3/10% of the whole. He also said that if Willett cannot get the needed zoning they will have to go elsewhere. Following discussion, it was moved by Trustee Zettek and seconded by Trustee Mullen that the Board write Willett Motor Coach Company stating that the Board welcomes their interest in Elk Grove Village but at the present time the Board does not think it would be advantageous to either Willett or the Village to change the zoning ordinance. 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, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek; "NAY" - none; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. - 1 - Reg. 5-11-65 A revised page two of the "Agreement between the Village of Elk Grove Village and the Centex Construction Company as to oversiizine sewer mains in subdivision Elk Grove Village Sections 12 and 14," was distributed to the Board and a discussion then followed on this proposed agreement. The total acreage to be benefited from the oversized sewer lines was changed from 491 .11 to 427.58 and the cost per acre was changed from X40.00 to $50.00. The additional $10 will cover the additional cost as a result of the acreage reduction and will it also includes a 4% collection charge. It was moved by Trustee Mullen and seconded by Trustee Coney that the Board authorize the President to sign an "Agreement between the Village of Elk Grove Village and the Centex Construction Company as to oversizing sewer mains in sub- division Elk Grove Village Sections 12 and 14" upon it being signed by Centex and upon appropriate changes being made in accordance with the result of the discussion tonight. 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, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek; "NAY" - none; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. At this time (8:50 P. m.) the President declared a recess to permit residents in attendance at this meeting to address questions and comments to the Board members President Pahl reconvened the meeting at 8:52 p. m, and directed the Village 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 Mullen and seconded by Trustee Zettek that the Board adopt Ordinance No. 393 entitled "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING TAP-ON CHARGES FCR SANITARY SEWER CCNNECTIONS IN AN AREA BOUNDED BY BIESTERFIELD ROAD ON THE NORTH, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS ROAD ON THE EAST, DEVON AVENUE ON THE SOUTH AND ROHLWING ROAD ON THE 'WEST". 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, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek; "NAY" - none; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Village Administrator Majoros had distributed copies of his recommendation to the Board that the firm of Alvord, Burdick & Howson be employed to conduct the water supply study. It was moved by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Garrity that the Board concur in the recommendation of the Village Administrator and engage Alvord, Burdick & Howson to prepare a comprehensive water study for a fixed fee of $3,500, said study to begin immediately. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Coney, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek; "NAY" - Chernick; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Village Administrator Majoros reported that he and Mr. Clementi, Water & Sewer Department, have discussed the desirability of the annual fire hydrant flushinP being done from 12 midnight to 4 a.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays instead of 9 a. r,.: to 3 p. m. on Tuesdays as has been past practice. Mr. Majoros requested Board authorization for the expenditure of . 135. to send out post cards notifying resident; of the flushing operations. It was moved by Trustee Zettek and seconded by Trustee Coney that the Board authorize an expenditure of 4135, to send post cards to residents of Elk Grove Village notifying them of the time of the water and sewer department annual flushing of fire hydrants. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and upon the roll being cllled the following Trustees answered "AYE" - Cherni.ck, Coney, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek; "NAY" - none; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Village Administrator Majoros reported that he is awaiting the outcome of the discussion on the Droposed Village Manager, ordinance before giving a recommendation to the Board as to the possible elimination of the either the Foreman or Superintendent of Public Works provision in the Municipal Code. - 2 - Reg. 5-11-65 Mr. Majoros also reported that Mr. Clementi still has not received a quote from the manufacturer's representative on the cost of modifying the present recording eauipment at will #2 and that a recommendation as to the modification or replacement of this equipment is being held pending the receipt of this cost figure. Following discussion by the Board, Mr. Majoros was requested to exert pressure to secure this cost by writing directly to the management of that company. Trustee Lewis called attention to a drainage problem just south of Landmeier Road between the McClurg plant and the GM United Parts plant and said it wo-uld breed insects. Village Administrator Majoros said he will contact the Northwest Mosquito Abatement District and ask that they spray the area. Trustee Lewis said that there will be a meeting on Wednesday, May 12th of the organizations in the Village what will take part in the ten-cennial celebration in 1966, He said that former Trustees Mikkelsen and Keith were the members of the Board, besides himself, who were appointed some months ago to handle this assignment, and he requested that other Board members now be appointed to assist him. Trustee Garrity volunteered and President Pahl asked Trustee Chernick to also serve. There was no disagreement to the suggestion that former Trustee Mikkelsen serve on this committee, however, Trustee Zettek said he would be opposed to Mr. Mikkelsen continuing as Chairman, and said he felt the Chairmanship should come from the Village Board. A discussion followed on the ptoposed Village Manager ordinance,prepared by Mr. Majoros. Several provisions contained therein were revised. It was moved by Trustee Mullen and seconded by Trustee Garrity that the Board _. direct the Village Attorney to prepare an ordinance creating the position of Village Manager based on the proposed ordinance and the revisions made thereto. 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, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek;. "NAY" - none; "ABSENT" - none. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Trustee Garrity said that due to the short period of time between the last regular meeting and this meeting, he still has not studied the proposed ordinance incorporat- ing certain provisions, which are in restrictive covenants, in the zoning ordinance. He asked that action on this be held until the next meeting. Village Administrator Majoros reported that the architect handling the construction of the high school at Elk Grove Boulevard and Arlington Heights Road reports that weather permitting, the parking lot will be graded and available for employee parking on the site rather than on the street in two weeks. So the problem of children crossing Elk Grove Boulevard at Charing Cross Road to go to the Lions Park Pool when in opens in June, may resolve itself. Mr. Majoros also reported that he has talked with Mr. Evan Stebbins, Centex Construction Company, regarding the change in zoning to M-1 zoning along the east side of Tonne Road. Mr. Stebbins said Mr. Jack Pritzker is making the contact with General Electric to secure their agreement to petition for such zoning. Regarding the proposed improvement to Ridge Avenue, Mr. Majoros said he had received a cost estimate from Engineer Fletcher but Mr. Fletcher was not completely satisfied and took it back to re-work. Mr. Majoros stated that there is a problem in just repairing or re-surfacing the east side of the street, that the street will continue to break up unless a storm sewer and a curb and gutter are installed; that it will cost from 42200 to 43300 to install curbing along the east side (Branigar side). Board members then questioned the Village Attorney regarding a special assessment to reclaim the money the Village would spend to improve that side of the street. Attorney Hofert said there is a possibility of a special assessment, however from a practical standpoint for 12200 there is a question as to its feasibility. The procedure involves a public hearing and takes from 4 to 6 months to go through the various steps to institute a special assessment. No decision was reached on the foregoing subject, pending receipt of cost figures from Village Engineer Fletcher at the next regular meeting. - 3 - Reg. 5-11-65 Trustee Mullen called attention to the large chunks of conrete which have been dumped alone Salt Creek at the back of those homes fronting on Cypress Lane. Village Administrator Majorca was requested to follow-up with Centex to see what plans they have to dispose of this debris. President Pahl reminded the Board of a budget meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, May 17th. It was moved by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Garrity that the meeting be adjourned. The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the motion carried, and the meeting adjourned at 10:55 p. m. Eleanor G, Tur Village Clerk APPRCUED: JaD Pahl Pr si nt 4 - Reg. 5-11-65