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HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 03/27/1961 - VILLAGE BOARD MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILLINOIS, HELD ON MARCH 27, 1961 President Charles A. Hodlmair called the meeting to order at 8:07 at the Ira L. Rupley School in said Village, and directed the Village Clerk to call the roll. Upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "Present:" James L. Carroll, Francis J. -Dillon, Robert. E. Hartshorn, Leonard A. Scharringhausen, Charles P. Smith, James R. Young. "Absent:" None. _ It was moved by Trustee Scharringhausen and seconded by.Trustee Dillon that the Minutes of a Regular Meeting held on March 13 be approved as submitted and that the Minutes of a Special Meeting held on March 9 be approved with the following correction: Pg. 1, Par. 7, Line 4 - should- read: "... ... . .. The President pro tem asked that the r oll .be called... ..'!, and that the Board dispense with the reading thereof.. The President asked- that the roll be called on themotion and upon the roll being called the fol lowing Trustees voted "AYE:" Carroll, Dillon, Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. -Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. ., The Village Clerk, at the request of Mr. Jack Michala (Chairman) read a letter from the Zoning Board of Appeals regarding a recent hearing on the special use request petitioned by the Elk Grove Village Junior Chamber of Commerce. for Lot 3064, and recommending that the Board grant same. It was moved by Trustee Young that the Board concur with the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals with regard to the special use request petitoned by the Elk Grove Village Junior Chamber of Commerce., subject to proof of satisfactory agreement between said Junior Chamber of Commerce and Centex Construction Company, Inc ., being submitted to Village Attorney Hofert. Upon further discussion, and enlargement of the terms herein, Trustee Young removed his motion. - It otion. - It was moved by Trustee Young and seconded by.Trustee Scharringhau-. sen that upon the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village . of Elk Grove Village;and upon the statement of the Great Northern Development Compare and the Junior Chamber of Commerce of Elk Grove Village that Lot 30611, j Section 10 will be used for a recreation center and that said property. - title". of which will eventually be placed in the Village of Elk Grove Village or a park district should one be established at that time - would revert to Gret Northern Development Co. only upon the failure of the Junior Chamber of Com- merce to carry out their undertakings on the tract; that the special use ipermit be issued forthwith and that the Junior Chamber of Commerce of Elk Grove Village and Great Northern Development Co. submit to the Village at- torney a copy of said agreement within 30 days from this date (4/26/61). The President asked that the roll be called upon the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Carroll, Dillon, .Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Mr. Michala reported that another zoning hearing (re north of Higgins Road) was held the same evening as the above matter, but that a recommendation on same is being deferred, pending receipt of the court reporter's transcript. Mr. Michala reported that the three hearings conducted by the County Zoning Board of Appeals on March 8 involved two cases outside of the 12 mile juris- diction radius of Elk Grove Village and one case which the Village Zoning Board determined would not affect the residents of Elk Grove Village. As a member of the Elk Grove Village Zoning Board of Appeals and Plan Commis- sion, Fir. James Gibson requested permission from the Board of Trustees to speak with reference to a document currently being circulated within the Village which casts certain reflections upon said Zoning Board and Plan Comm. President Hodlmair requested that the roll be called and that the Trustees, by voicing ayes or nays indicate their approval to grant Mr. Gibson time to discuss a document being circulated within the Village as referred to above. Upon the roll being called, the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Carroll, Dillon, Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon such permission was granted. -1- Reg. (3/27/61) I Whereupon Mr. Gibson refuted two statements made in the document in question, as follows: (1) Mr. Gibson has letters of testimony that the Plan Commis- sion did procure legal and engineering counsel in connection with the draft- ing of the Sub-Division Control- Ordinance; (2) Mr. Gibson has certified copies of hearings (re Bolger case) held on 12/21/59 and 2/9/60 and the executive meeting of the Zoning Board held on 2/9/60, evidencing the fact that he was not in attendance, nor did he participate in any of these gather- ings. Trustees Dillon and Smith then stated they would like to refute a statement made in a prior document circulated within the Village (with reference to donation of public lands provided for under the Sub-Division Control Ordinance) and produced a plat of Section 10 of the Village of Elk Grove Village in evidence thereof. President Hodlmair then called the dis- cussion out of order and called for a closing thereof. Mr. Hodlmair then requested that Messrs. Gibson and H. Scharringhausen consent to work on the Plan Commission, without a firm annointment, until such ap- pointments can be effected. Mr. Gibson indicated his willingness to do so. Engineer Edward Fletcher reported having inspected the drainage swales at 1016 and 1046 Warwick and found that there is need for correction at such locations. This matter has been referred to Centex, who are awaiting good weather to do the necessary work. Engineer Fletcher reported that Public Service Company has presented two plans for lighting Centex Industrial Park - as follows: 1. 48 lights spaced at 630-700' intervals = 0.38 each per month 0450.18); annual cost of $5,402.16 2. 72 lights spaced at 450' intervals=4'x8.38 each per month 0603.36); annual cost of $7,240.32 Note: Does not include the cost of trenching and backfilling, which would be an additional X8,000.410,000. Engineer Fletcher reported that if these lights were installed by the Village, the annual power charge would be $27.00 per light, rude.- 1/3 of the charge if Public Service Company does the installation work. It uD uld then be the responsibility of the Village to maintain them; whereas Public Service's charge for power - including installation and maintenance - would be about 0 )0.00 per light annually. Engineer Fletcher estimated the following costs, if the work is installed by the Village: ##1 = 02,000.; #i2 = X105,000. This information was submitted to the special committee for study. It was then agreed that the Special Committee would make an appointment to meet with the industaial park representatives to work out the details of the plans end to discuss means of financing such a project, it being understood that customarily such costs are borne mainly by those benefiting from such improvements, without taxing all residents. I Engineer Fletcher reported having checked the streets north of Landmeier Road regarding maintenance requirements for 1961 and Gave the following E--t=nated ecst_: 1. Cover Wildwood Road from Higgins to Oakton with a minimum of 1" of asphalt from curb to curb - $7500.00 2. Cover the Higgins Road frontage road with 1" of asphalt (would cost 6`600. just to patch and seal coat) 3000.00 3. Patch and seal coat other streets where necessary, in the area south of Higgins and north of Landmeir 1000.00 INDUSTRIAL PARK 4. Patch and seal Pratt Boulevard only where necessary 1200.00 Patch holes and seal entire Pratt Boulevard 4500.00 Trustee Young reported that in addition to this work, the area of Oak and Laurel Streets, previously patched, will need additional work soon. Also, Trustee Young recommended that the Board make a request for an additional $500. for material supplies with which to patch the streets. i It was moved by Trustee Young and seconded by Trustee Scharring- hausen that the Village Engineer be authorized to draft the necessary resolutions permitting use of Motor Fuel Tax funds to make the following nedessary repairs: -2- (Reg) 3/27/61 • e Wildwood Road - Higgins to Oakton - cover from curb to curb with minimum of 1" asphalt $7500,00 Higgins Frontage Road - Cover with 1" asphalt 3000.00 Patch and seal streets south of Higgins and north of Landmeier only where needed 1000.00 Patch and seal Pratt Blvd. only where needed 1200.00 Additional material supply on hand 500.00 X13200.00 The President asked that the roll be called on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Carroll, Dillon, Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Engineer Fletcher stated that the easement situation regarding dedication for the Tonne Road street lighting had not yet been settled, but made ar- rangements to discuss same with President Hodlmair within the week. President Hodlmair expressed his appreciation to Messrs. Fletcher and Clifford for the installation of the street light at Touhy and Landmeier Roads. Mr. Evan Stebbins, Real Estate Manager of Centex Construction Company, Inc., emphasized to the Board the importance of a decision on the zoning of property north of Higgins Road. Mr. Stebbins stated that Mr. Marshall Bennett has expressed his willingness to state specifically what types of industry his firm would not permit in this area. It was the concensus of opinion that the zoning ordinance should be amended to define the types of businesses which would not be allowed in each zoning classification. At this time the existence of an engineering problem with regard to the proposed fence along PitFfns Road was discussed; it was decided that the Board would consult with the engineer relative to this prior to the next meeting. Mrs. Rice, Higgins Road resident, was recognized by the Board and reported having explored the matter of planting trees to provide beauty and protection to the Residents from the Higgins Road area. Mrs. Rice stated the residents estimated a need for 35 - 40 trees (8' - 101 ) cost for which is approximately $10. per tree not planted. Mrs. Rice also stated that the residents have indicated their willingness to cooperate in this project, as they did in the planting of the Honeysuckle bushes along Higgins. President Hcdlmair requested that Trustee Young continue working with Mrs. Rice toward a solution. Attorney Hofert reported having received a report from Special Attorney Her- bert R. Stoffels relative to the Bolger case, as fellows: "Re: John A. Bolger vs. Village of Elk Grove, March 27, 1961 Circuit Court No. 60 C 11807 Gentlemen: You have been apprised of the fact that a Decree was entered in the above cause in conformity with the direction which you gave me in your special meeting March 9, 1961. A copy of the consent decree as en- tered has been delivered to your attorney, Mr. Hofert. I have no addi- tional copies; and thereofore, I suggest that if others are required, you have it photostated. /P/ Attached to the Amended Complaint referred to in the Decree is a Plot Plan of the proposed shopping center, together with a black and white photo of the shopping center as proposed. It has been mutually understood that the dome in the center area of the structure will require redesigning. /P/ I enclose herewith a copy of the Plot Plan (Exhibit B) and two copies of the proposed shopping center in color, as conceived by Cone and Dornbusch, and as prepared in conformity with the Decree. These documents should be carefully preserved for future refer- ence; and when Mr. Bolger requests a building permit, reference should be made both to the Decree and to these two exhibits. /P/ Mr. Hofert has presented the proposed ordinance prepared by him; and I consider it to be a good piece of legislative drafting, embodying all that is required to conform to the Decree. /P/ I also enclose my bill for services rendered, and have prepared the same in accordance with previous under- standings, at the hourly rate of $30.00 per hour. This was specified in my letter of November 1, 1960. I have rounded out the amount by reducing it somewhat. /P/ The matters thus assigned to me have been completed. It has been gratifying to serve you. Very truly yours, /s/ Herbert R. Stoffels." Copies of the bill submitted by Mr. Stoffels were submitted to the Finance and Juliciary Committees for study. -3- (Reg.) 3/27/61 I The Village Clerk read a proposed ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF DEVON AVENUE AND TONNE ROAD IN THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS." It was moved by Trustee Smith and seconded by Trustee Dillon that the Board waive the first reading rule with respect to the ordinance just presented. The President asked that the roll be called on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Carroll, Dillon, Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. whereupon the President declared the motion carried. It was moved by Trustee Smith and seconded by Trustee Dillon that Ordinance No. 164, entitled "AN C.DINAATCE REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTHtaEST CORNER OF DEVON AVENUE AND TONNE ROAD IN THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS," be adopted. The President asked that the roll be called on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Carroll, Dillon,. Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. President Hodlmair emphasized the importance of this rezoning being handled in the strong manner it was, and Trustee Young asked Attorney Hofert if there may be a different method of attaining the aesired results. Attom ey Hofert i suggested that a comprehensive study be made of the zoning ordinance, by a qualified and competent zoning attorney, and that the ordinance then be revised to break down zoning classifications to a greater degree than they are at present; especially in view of the continuing growth of theVillage since the adoption of the an ing ordinance. Attorney Hofert estimated that this project, including a hearing, would take a minimum of six months. Attorney Hofert also clarified that the entering of the decree in this case does not affect the necessity of the construction of the proposed shopping center complying with the Village's building code. I Attorney Hofert reported having checked into the matter of residents blocking the drainage swales at the rear of their lots and outlined the Village's position thusly: Unless the property involved is Village property, it is up to the private citizens affected to prosecute in the courts, or to go to jthe Great Northern Developmeht Co., which has reserved the Swale for drainage purposes. If the Village-owned property is affected by such drainage block, or if a stagnant pool of water results, the Village can (1) abate the block; (2) charge the owner of the property with creating a nuisance; (3) go to the Great Northern Development Co. Attorney Hofert reported that he has made several attempts to meet with the County officials relative to the Pioneer Trust case, but has not yet been able to get an appointment. Trustee Smith requested that Attorney Hofert submit z written opinion as to whether or not the Village can spend corporate funds for insurance for Village employees, and Attorney Hofert said he would comply. i Trustee Carroll submitted 22 invoices, totaling $ 8,654.09, for approval. It was moved by Trustee Carroll and seconded by Trustee Young that the following invoices be approved: BDC-Rex Rotary, Inc. - Mimeograph supplies $ 14.50 Carroll Seating Co. - Office equipment for Pol. Dept. 151.50 Stanley Chesney - St. Dept. work 15 hrs. 42.(2/25-3/4/61) 30-GO flames C. Dunn & Co. - Testimony re Bolger property 200.00 Elk Grove Insurance Agency, Inc. - Treasurers Bond (4/16/61-62) 96.00 A. 14. Herweg Co. - Lettering for Car #117 21.75 Ill. Bell Tel. Co. - Miscellaneous bills 0.85 Chas. Jubert - 21.5 hrs. for St. Dept. 42. (2/27-3/7/61) 43.00 Kale Uniforms - Outfitting 3 '.ew officers + misc. supplies 848.32 Long Ford, Inc. - 1 new 1961 Ford Fairlane (sold 1/7/61) 1223.80 Thomas A. Matthews - payment toward municipal code 350.00 Morava Stationers - Supplies for Pol. Dept. 1.84 Motorola Comm. & Elect. - April maintenacostfor 2a nit lass 25.20 E. Mueller - 13.5 hrs. St. Dept. @$�2. p g Northside Comm. - Fire ($2345•)+Pol. ({1405-) radio equipment 3750.00 Paddock Publications - Bid ad (tanker - Fire Dept.) 5.40 George C. Poole, Inc . - Work done for Pol. Dept. squad car 15.90 Public Service Co. - Serv. siren ($;6.59)3 space heat (W6.70) + street lighting 1132.86 -4- (Reg.) 3/27/61 i r • (Cont'd) J. A. Rer_aldi & Co. - 2 infant size masks + 5 cyls. oxygen 116,78 Speed-E-Arrow Press - Letterheads and envelopes for Pol. Dept. 34.95 Stephenson Corp.- 1 standard Minuteman Resuscitator 300.34 Winifred Zenow - Court reporting services-1/25, 2/1,6,13,20/61 173.70 $8,654.09 The President asked that the roll be called on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Carroll, Dillon, Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Trustee Carroll stated that in addition to the above, a bill in the amount of $5;000, bad been submitted by A. J. DelBianco; this bill is being deferred until the next meeting. Trustee Smith reported that recently a list of all business licensees for Elk Grove Village during the current year had been sent to Springfield, to investi- gate the possibilities of the Village receiving an increased share of Sales Tax refund. President Hodlmair reported that a second liquor licensee had qua-iihi.ed and that the proper, fee of X1,000. had been collected, Tru:te3 Hartshorn reported again having contacted Mr. Black, of the consulting enoillcering firm Alvord, Burdick, and Howson, and that progress toward com- ple-ticn of the necessary report will be hastened. Trustoe Scharringhausen reported having been informed by the Village Clerk that no tanker bids had been received; this matter was then referred to the next meeting of the Beard. Trustee Scharringhausen reported that his com- mittee is scheduled to meet this week, and will report further on a traffic survey at the next regular meeting. Trust^e Young reported having made a tour of the Elgin (street sweeper) plant with representative Mr. Tom Donlan on Saturday, March 25, and was favorably impressnd with the Elgin. Trustee Young requested the meeting of the Board as a committee-of-the-whole to meet the representatives of the three bidding companj_es and a meeting was set for 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, March 29, Rupley School for the Board to meet with Messrs. Hellyer (Austin-Western) and i Beebe (Wayne), Trustee Young reported that the Street Department has been employing three part-time workers and is currently authorized to expend not more than 0. per week for such help (30 hours at the rate of u2. each). Trustee Young j outLned the reed for additional help during the warm weather season. It was moved by Trustee Young and seconded by Trustee Dillon that the Board a-oprovean additional expenditure, not to exceed µ3O0,00, for the purpose of providing additional part-time help in the Street Department. The President asked that the roll be called on the motion and upon theroll being called the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Carroll, Dillon, Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon the President declared th3 motion carried. i Trustee Young reported that his department is currently engaged in putting 2" pipe across the inlets to Elk Grove Boulevard ditch from the street, to discourage children from playing with them. Trustee Dillon reported that the Beard can now take action in establishing a salary for Dolice magistrate, and that an annual salary of X5,000. is reco_vir_3nded, with the understanding that the magistrate shall provide his own clerical work for the first year. It was emphasized that the salary for this office could not be changed for the duration of the 4-year term. The Village Clerk read a proposed ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISH- ING A SAIA RY FOR THE POLICE MAGISTRATE OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE." It was moved by Trustee Dillon and seconded by Trustee Young that the Board waive the first reading rule with respect to the ordinance just presented. The President asked that the roll be called on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Carroll, j Dillon, Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon the ' President declared the motion carried. -5- (Reg. ) 3/27/61 I • • It was moved by Trustee Dillon and seconded by Trustee Smith that ordinance No. 165, entith d "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A SALARY FOR THE POLICE MAGISTRATE OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE," be adopted. The Pr5sident asked that the roll be called on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees answered "AYE:" Carroll, Dillon, Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon the Presi- dent declared the motion carried. (10:`;0 P.M. - Trustee Carroll left the meeting) Trustee Dillon presented the municipal code draft submitted by Attorney Matth3ws, and repurted that Messrs. Matthews and Hofert had suggested that the Board pass said code twice. Attorney Hofert clarified this by stating that because penalty ordinances do not take effect until after their publication, it was his and Mr. Matthews' cp inion that the Board should pass the entire code after it is printed. It was moved by Trustee Dillon and seconded by Trustee Smith that the Board waive the first reading rule with respect to the municipal code of the Village of Elk Grove Village. The President asked that the- roll be called on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Dillon, Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. It was moved by Trustee Dillon and seconded by Trustee Smith that the Board pass and adopt the comprehensive ordinances of the Village of Elk Grove Village, commonly designated as the Municipal Code of Elk Grove Village of 1961. The President asked that the roll be called on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Dillon, Hartshorn, Scharringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Resident Zack Brady, present at the meeting, requested that the Board re- consider the method of printing the code in an effort to cut down on the expenses thereof. President Hidlmair requested that Mr. Brady submit his ideas in letter form with copies to Messrs.Dillon and Hofert, and that the j committee do everything possible to save money in the printing of the code, without sacrificing appearance. (Trustee Dillon quoted the following prices of printing same - 100 copies = $953.00; 200 = tiy1092.; 300 = X1278.) It was moved by Trustee Dillon and seconded by Trustee Smith that the Board authorize publication and printing of the aforesaid municipal code, in book form, in accord with the Statutes of the State of Illinois. Tho President asked that the roll be called on the motion and upon the roll being called the following Trustees voted "AYE:" Dillon, Hartshorn, Schar- ringhausen, Smith, Young; "NAY:" None. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried. Trustee Smith announced he is going to issue a newsletter, which will be checked over and approved by President Hodlmair, and requested that all Trustees submit information to be included in same. I The Village Clerk reported receipt of a letter from Commonwealth Edison Co. regarding changes in street lighting facilities (Section 8),which was referred to Trustee Young. The Village Clerk reported receipt of certification of census results, oy Mr. Ross Eckler, Acting Director of the Bureau of the Census, showing population of Elk Grove Village as of 4/1/60 at 6,608. The Village Clerk read letter, dated 3/27/61, from Mr.Stebbins enclosing three plats of rezoning submitted to replace incorrect plat previously submitted, and requesting a hearing on same. This material was submitted to Mr. Gibson, representative of the Zoning Board present at the meeting. Trustee Hartshorn read a summarization of items from the Illinois Municipal legislative bulletins, copy attached. President Hodlmair suggested that the Board authorize him to submit a written objection to the authors of the bill removing the 5% limit for tax levies; Trustee Smith stated he would hesitate to make such aut:iorization before knowing more about the details of the bill. It was generally agreed that the Board would defer such action until the next meeting, -6- (Reg.) 3/27/61 At the request of the Board, Attorney Hofert agreed to check into the taxes paid to the Metropolitan Sanitary District by Village residents, to ascertain what services the Village receives in return for such payment. Attorney Hofert stated that the next meeting of the Board would be the last regular meeting. The one following, will be after the election and the function of the present Board at that time will be to canvass the results of the election and make a proclamation of sqme and then swear in the new Board. President Hodlmair urged all of the Trustees to get their work in order in order that the transiti on to the new Board can be made as easily as possible. It was moved by Trustee Smith and seconded by Trustee Dillon that the meeting be adjourned. The motion wasvoted upon by acclamation; whereupon the President declared the motion carried and the meeting was adjourned at 10:50 P.M. Dolores L. Oberg Village Clerk Approved: I Charles A. Hedlmair President I t i i I i -7- (Reg.) 3/27/61 I REPORT ON LEGISLATIVE BULT_:ETINS PUBLISHED BY ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE Prepared by Trustee Robert Hart-horn - Reported at meeting of March 27, 1961 BILL IDENTITY # DESCR IPT ION 0-' PROV IS I ONS H 24 1/17 Codification of laws pertaining to municipalities; Result of thru recommendations made by Municipal Problems Commission of Illinois H 65 Municipal League - codified in 1941, need updating. Done by Gil Steiner H-93 1/31 Requires Toll Road Commission to erect sign posts at intersecting roads to shuei names and distances of municipalities within 10 Mil, S-43 1131 Permits bodies to enter into collective bargaining agreements. S-44 and 1/31 Provide gas tax may be used for maint. of streets not to exceed S-45 25% of prior annual allotment (no limit on construction, 25% on maintenance. (To comm. hr 3/7-3/21. - Postponed) H-111 2/1 Commission to study creation of a Municipal Corporation to own and operate a transportation system in the metropolitan areas of Cook, Leko, DuPage, and will counties (To. Comm-3/1-14. Fay.) H-122 2/1 Gives Sanitary Districts authority to'purichase sanitary facili- ties within district from municipalities--upon terms agreed to by corpirate authorities. (To. Committee hr. 3/1,Fay.-Passed 3/14 H-126 2/1 Authorizes municipalities to accumulate funds for building pur- poses at rate of not to exceed 5% of assessed valuation if approved by referendum. HJR-11 2/7 Gives General Assembly unlimited power to levy taxes and removes 5% bonding limit HJR-12 2/7 Provides that counties by referendum exempt household furnishings and motor vehicles used for personal use from taxation H-353 3/1 Provides that in cities between 5,000 and 2003000 no one 35 or older may be appointed as fireman or policeman without prior experience. (Committee report = Fay.) H-357 3/1 Requires that application for motor vehicle registration be ac- companied by taxreceipt or certified statement that personal property tax has been paid for preceding year. H-�i;9 3/1 Makes civil service provision applicable to all municipalities (now only cities) H-.;G3 and 3/1 Removes 25% limit on gas tax for construction (similar to S-44 H-409 and S-45) and improvement HJR-19 3/1 Prohibits income tax and exempts household goods, personal ef- fects and motor vehicles for personal use from taxation H-499 3/8 Makes 20 M.P.H. school zone limit inapplicable unless a survey has shown that a greater speed is unsafe. (To Comm. on 3/22/61) H-572 3/15 Authorizes municipalities to levy a tax not to exceed .4% for fire protection Date introduced (1961) Report of R. Hartshorn re ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE LEGISLATIVE BULLETINS. To become part of Minutes -7- (Reg.) 3/27/61