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HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 10/26/1965 - MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT_AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE HELD .CN CCTCBER 26, 1965 President Jack D. Pahl called the meeting to order at 8:10 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 L. Chernick, George C• Coneyj Thomas Ai Garrity, Ralph A. Lewis, George E, Mullen, Charles J. Zettek; "ABSENT" - none. Village, Attorney Edward C• Hofert was present at this meeting, Tt was moved by Trustee Garrity and seconded by Trustee Mullen that the minutes of the regular meeting of October 19, 1965 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 read a report, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof. The President also reported that he, Trustee Coney, Village Manager Majoros, Attorney Hofert and Plan Commission Chairman Schwellenbach attended the Town and Country Planning session at the Northwestern University School of Law on Monday, October 25th and he asked Trustee Coney to review and report on this conference under new business during this meeting. Trustee Garrity expressed his disappointment in the President's appointment of a man who is an officer in the Township Democratic organization in view of his previous statement he would appoint no one engaged in partisan politics. President Pahl said he meant he would appoint no one in partisan politics to the Zoning Board or Plan Commission and he said that if there h�a been a misunderstanding with the members of the Board he wished to apologize and clarify his position. Attorney Hofert said that the planning session referred to above by the President, dealt, in part, with the proposed amendment to the Cook County Zoning ordinance which calls for a planned development section. He said that perhaps the amend- ment has sons constructive aspects, however no provision has been made as to a master plan for roads and highways which may cause serious traffic proble:'s and that before these special projects are allowed, consideration should bo given to such a master plan to prevent further congestion as the are c :nu to grow. He suggested that the Board review the proposed amendment in all of its aspects and present comments to the County. Trustee Lewis also expressed concern regarding part of the above-mentioned proposal. President Pahl requested the Judiciary, Planning and Zoning Committee to review the proposed amendment, consult with those Officials of the Village who attended the planning session held Monday., and then prepare written comments for presentation to the County Zoning Board. A meeting of the Committee was then scheduled for 7 p, m. Wednesday, October 27th. Mr. Majorca reported that the Du Page County Highway Department has approved the extra-width driveway recuest for the York Building on York (Elmhurst) Road. He said the request concerns three variances for the Board's consideration, one driveway opening onto Delta Lane, one onto Pan-Am Boulevard and one onto Y,-rk Road, all 3 of which will have room for only one lane of traffic in and one out. He said he has discussed the request with the Building Department, Police Depart- ment and Tec-Search and that he has inspected the site and plot plan and would recommend the approval of the variance as applied for. - 1 - Reg. 10-26-65 y. t? PRESID&TI$ REPCRT OCTOB9A 266 19615 1, I hereby appoint the following is members of the Publicity Commliteesi Ri6hird Hellyer, 275 Victoria Lane Richard Garwood, 541 Bianco Hobert Hansen, 266.Tboindale Myron, Swetlitz, 715 Love Street Harry Peterson, Jr., 641 Charing Cross Rd. William .Sarnoff, 2201 Arthur Ave. EGV. Ge6tge Wt Meyer, 84 Kendall John Pelletreau, 292 Victoria Lane 2i I hereby appoint Ravi Robert C, Long, 25 Avon Road as a member of the Youth Aflvisory Committee. Jack D. Pahl President It was moved by Trustee Chernick and seconded by Trustee Garrity that the Board grant a variance to the Pioneer Screw & Nut Comnanv who will occupy the York Building for extra widthdriveways as shown on Sheet A-1 of site plans and details prepared by A. Epstein & Sons, Inc., Engineers and Architects under job number 65-2376. '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. Mr. Majoros reported: 1 . That Mr. Crawford of Alvord, Burdick & Howson has indicated a completion date of 6 weeks hence on the water study. 2. That Motor Fuel Tax funds cannot be obtained for moving a sidewalk unless it is done in conjunction with the reconstruction of the adjacent street. 3. In reply to Trustee Coney's question, that the Ridge Avenue improvement is underway and with the current weather conditions, it appears the project will be completed before November 6th which is the date the asphalt plants will close for the winter. 4. That he expects to have a recommendation on the tractor bids by next week. 5. That the guard rail for Elk Grove and Kennedy Boulevards has been ordered with the Midwest Fence Company who will furnish and install the rail within two weeks. Trustee Mullen questioned whether or not a court reporter will be present at the M-1 zoning hearing on Wednesday, October 27th. Following a brief discussion of the Board's position, as co-petitioner in this hearing, Mr. Majoros was instructed to see that a court reporter is present at the hearing. A discussion followed on the water department recording eeuipment and its purpose. Mr. Majorca was requested to get a conclusive recommendation from Alvord, Burdick & Howson as to what kind of equipment is needed. Trustee Coney questioned the positioning of the street lights on Arlington Heights Road and Mr. Majoros will follow up to see that they are properly placed. The Clerk read the monthly report for the Fire Department for September 1965. (This report will be on file in the Clerk's office.) President Pahl instructed Mr. Majorca to have Chief Haar send one of his Senior officers to the meeting when the Fire Department report is made if the Chief cannot be in attendence. In reply to Trustee Garrity's question as to the status of the employment of the full time firemen, Mr. Majorca stated that the written examinations have been given, oral interviews are now being conducted and plans are being made for physical and aptitude tests. Mr. James Clementi, Water & Sewer Department, read the monthly operating and maintenance report for September 1965. (This report will be on file in the Clerk's office. ) Copies were distributed to the Board members of the Accounts Payable Warrant, a copy of which will be on file in the Clerkts office for review. It was moved by Trustee Garrity and seconded by Trustee Coney that the Board authorize the disbursement of $110.40 from Motor Fuel Tax funds, X12,261 .18 from the Water and Sewer Department Operating Account and 36,141 .89 from the General Corporate Account in payment of the invoices as shown on the Accounts Payable Warrant. The President directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion and - 2 - Reg. 10-26-65 -'a 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. Mr. Majoros reported that the Plan Commission has returned the preliminary and final plat of Centex Industrial Park North Unit II to the developer with a notice that the plat is not approved as submitted. Mr. Majorca also reported that the Board of Health meets on the first Wednesday of each month and that either he or Mrs. Watson will present a report to the Board on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Civil Defense Director, Harry P. Jenkins; read a report stating that the reorganization of the Elk Grove Village Civil Defense Commission is progressing and should be to the point of having an organizational chart and personnel assignments by November 23rd. He said that the reorganization, which has involved research, training and organizational meetings has a higher priority than fallout shelters for homes and a different warning system than is presently in the Village and he requested that these items be removed from the Civil Defense agenda for the present in light of the reorganization and the immediate goal of obtaining accreditation with the Federal and State Civil Defense Commissions. It was moved by Trustee Garrity and seconded by Trustee Coney that the items "fallout shelters for homes and warning system for Civil Defense and Fire Department use" be removed from the agenda. The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the ao tion carried. President Pahl requested the Village Manager to contact the Fire and Police Commissioners for a joint meeting with the Village Board on recent state legislative changes effecting them. Trustee Garrity said that since the Playground and Recreation Board spends approximately 10% of the Village's budget, it would be appropriate that they report to the Board occasionally. . President Pahl asked the Villag3 Manager to contact the Chairman for a report. At this time (9:16 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 9:28 p. ,m. and directed the Clerk to call the roll. Upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "PRESENT" - Chernick, Coney, Garrity, Lewis, Mullen, Zettek . In reply to Trustee Garrityls question as to a letter of September 29th from the Illinois Inspection & Rating Bureau concerning fire hazards and additional Fire Department eeuipment, Mr. Majorca said that the letter was solicited from the Bureau for the purpose of pinning them down as to recommendations and that the contents of the letter are being studied by a Committee and a copy of the letter has been sent to Tec-Search. Trustee Garrity questioned the progress of the disconnection from the Roselle Fire Protection District. Board members stated that this was accomplished automatically. Attorney Hofert will check the disposition of the suit filed by private property owners. It was moved by Trustee Mullen and seconded by Trustee Lewis that the Board accept the proposal*of Suhr. Peterson, Peterson & Suhr. Inc. for compensation as outlined in their letter of October 20, 1965 and authorize the Village President to communicate same to them. 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. , - 3 - Reg. 10-26-65 *attached hereto f ;G- Y C. best be covered by a monthly retainer. We have reviewed our probable costs, and believe the following to be an equitable arrangement for these services: a. Attendance at an average of two evening meetings per month. These could be Board Meetings, Plan Commission Meetings, Committee Meetings, Conferences or Hearings, depending upon the needs of the Village at any particular time. b. All daytime meetings and conferences required by current and proposed work. c. General engineering advice and counsel to Administrative personnel and the Board on any matter not requiring formal report or construction, which would be covered by items 1 through 4 above. For the engineering services rendered under items a through c above, our firm would receive a retainer fee of $150. 00 per month. This fee will be subject to review and revision after we all have had an opportunity to determine the average monthly work load generated under this suggested arrangement. If you have any questions concerning these services or fees, please call me. Very truly yours, SUHR, PETERSON, PETERSON, & SUHR, INC. Robert J. Peterson ' RJP:ds cc: Mr. George L. Majoros Trustee Coney and Attorney Hofert briefed the Board members on the highlights of the planning session on Monday held at the Northwestern University School of Law on planned development, The remarks by those on the program centered around the need for improved techniques in zoning and planning, the concept of planned development and the legal and administrative aspects of planned development zoning. Trustee Coney said that emphasis was given to freedom and flexibility for the builder and architect, and to definite and rigid controls by local government. Trustee Zettek questioned the Village Manager as to what procedures have been established for enforcement of the ordinance regarding debris on the streets left by building contractors. . Mr. Majorca said that he and Chief of Police Jenkins discussed this and they felt that although ticketing has been done, the better approach is warning the contractors that the street will be barricaded if not kept clean. ,Mr. Majoros said perhaps the standards are too high for an area where this much construction is taking place, that it becomes an economic problem for the builder especially during rainy weather. Trustee Zettek compared the amount of construction with that in the Chicago Loop where there is no debris left on the streets, and he said that the Village streets should be reasor-bl,;- clean and how the contractor accomplishes this is his problem, but that it is up to the Police Department and Village Manager to enforce the ordinance. Trustee Chernick said that he felt the evergreen plantings at the northeast corner of Landmeier & Arlington Heights Road are a contributing factor to the accident rate at that intersection, however, according to Mr. Majoros the plantings are not in violation of any Village Ordinance. President Pahl requested the Police Chief to approach the property owner with the accident records and solicit his cooperation in remedying the situation, and that the Chief then report to Mr. Majoros as to the result of the contact with the owner. It was moved by Trustee Lewis and seconded by Trustee Mullen that the meeting be adjourned. The motion was voted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 10:24 p. m. Eleanor G. Turn Village Clerk APPROVED: D, 402 J e Pahl - P dent 4 - Reg. 10-26-65