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HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 04/28/2009 - OHARE UPDATE/STIMULUS EMPLOYMENT PROG MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILLINOIS HELD AT THE CHARLES J. ZETTEK MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 901 WELLINGTON AVENUE ON TUESDAY APRIL 28, 2009 Mayor Craig B. Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. 1. ROLL CALL: Present:. Mayor: Craig B. Johnson; Trustees: Nancy J. Czarnik, Patton L. Feichter, Jeffrey C. Franke, Samuel L. Lissner, James P. Petri, Chris Prochno Also Present: Village Manager Raymond R. Rummel; Village Attorney George B. Knickerbocker; and Village Clerk Ann I. Walsh A quorum was present. 2. INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Pastor Rodney Pickett, Wesleyan Community Church and Elk Grove Police Chaplain, delivered the invocation. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Village Board Meeting held on April 14, 2009 as submitted and dispense with the reading. MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik VOICE VOTE MOTION CARRIED 4. REPORT OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mayor Johnson reported the following: O'Hare Airport Update—Mayor Johnson reported the O'Hare fight and litigation is now over. The Mayor stated IDOT had chosen, following eight years of discussions and arguments, to move the roadway outside of Elk Grove Village. The Mayor added this would not mean the Village would let down its guard and Elk Grove would remain vigilant and make sure IDOT follows through with the plan. The Mayor noted, our ally, Bensenville had chosen new leadership that appears to take a different direction, therefore, there is no purpose for this community to move forward with its efforts. The Mayor, on behalf of the Board, thanked the community and business leaders who have stood united and firm against the expansion and roadway. The Mayor stated there was no question in anyone's mind that IDOT had every intention of running the roadway down Busse Road. The community's efforts are why we were victorious. Mayor Johnson provided a brief history of the Village/O'Hare issues going back forty years ago when President Jack Pahl received news that O'Hare was planning on expansion. The Village had fought different conceptual ideas throughout the years, but in 2001 Mayor Daley announced a set expansion plan that included taking part of Elk Grove Village at our expense and devastation. Mayor Johnson extended his appreciation, on behalf of the Village Board, to those who worked tirelessly in support of the Village. 1 VBM 4-28-09 S.T.E.P. Program - Mayor Johnson read a letter he had received from an unemployed carpenter asking if there were any jobs available. The Mayor stated this letter and other letters the Village had received is the reason the Board would establish the Stimulus Temporary Employment Program (STEP) to assist individuals during these hard economic times. The Mayor stated the Village has stayed strong financially due to the smart decisions made over the years. All services have been provided without interruption and no Village employees have been layed-off from their jobs. Through the STEP program, the Village would hire up to 23 temporary employees who have at least 5 years experience in construction or construction related fields, to assist the Department of Public Works with new and ongoing projects associated with the new building and seasonal work, that runs from Spring through Fall. STEP employees would work two days a week for up to 15 weeks. Salary would be $10.50 an hour and would not include benefits. STEP employees would be able to maintain their current unemployment compensation benefits while collecting additional pay for their work. Anyone interested in applying should contact the Elk Grove Human Resources Office for additional information. Mayor Johnson said this is a one-time ground breaking program to help those in need. Proclamation—Mayor Johnson welcomed members of the 2009 Elk Grove High School Coed Cheerleading Team and invited them to join him at the podium. Mayor Johnson presented a street sign to be displayed on Lions Drive with information on the Cheerleading Teams' State title. Mayor Johnson then issued a Proclamation congratulating the 2009 Coed Cheerleaders on earning their fourth straight State title at the IHSA's Competitive Cheerleading State finals in Bloomington Illinois. The Grenadiers are the only States' four time defending cheerleading champions. In addition, Mayor Johnson presented the team with a"Key to the Village" and declared the cheerleaders as honored citizens. Trustee Feichter reported on his trip to Washington D.C. this past weekend and told of working with 52 teams of high school students from all across the Nation who participated in a U. S. Constitution Competition. Village Attorney George B. Knickerbocker had participated as a judge in the competition and was congratulated and thanked for representing Elk Grove Village. Trustee Feichter reported that Trustee Petri had accompanied him at the DARE graduation at Grove Jr. High School. Approximately 350 students graduated in the class. The Community Character Coalition will again sponsor the annual Youth Celebration on May 12, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. The event is held as a way to honor students and student groups who have made special contributions to Elk Grove Village. Trustee Czarnik announced applications are being taken for the Frank J. Czarnik Memorial Baseball-Softball Scholarship. Applications can be obtained at Elk Grove and Conant High Schools, the Elk Grove Park District Administrative Office and the Park District Pavilion. Trustee Petri added to the DARE report stating it was the largest graduating class he could remember. The students were very enthusiastic and it was amazing how they related to the DARE Police Officers. Mayor Johnson talked about the importance of the DARE program and the Village's commitment to continue supporting the program. Mayor Johnson introduced his daughter and Trustee Franke's daughter who were present in the audience. 2 VBM 4-28-09 5. APPROVAL OF WARRANT Motion to authorize payment of invoices as shown on the April 28, 2009 Accounts Payable Warrant in the amount of $1,196,335.84. MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik AYES: Trustees Feichter, Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik NAYS: None MOTION CARRIED 6. CONSENT AGENDA It was moved and seconded that the Consent Agenda of the April 28, 2009 Regular Village Board Meeting be approved as presented. (Mayor Johnson asked for comments or questions from the Village Board, staff or members of the audience. There were none) A. Elk Grove Lions Club/waive fee - Approve a request to waive the fee for use of a fire hydrant for non-firefighting purposes for their 4th of July celebration in the amount of$75.00. B. High School District 214/waive fees—Approve a request to waive the Vehicle Sticker fees for the period of June 1, 2009 through May 30, 2010 in the amount of$280.00. C. Applied Ecological Services. Inc.. Dundee. IL - Award a service contract to prepare an assessment report for the current conditions of the Salt Creek Stream ' Bank Stabilization in an amount not to exceed $6,300.00. D. Piazza Masonry. Inc.. Lockport. IL - Award a service contract to provide masonry work to the Village Green Rehabilitation Project in an amount not to exceed $38,000.00 from the Grove Mall Tax Increment Financing Fund. E. Beverly Materials. Elgin. IL - Award a blanket purchase contract on an as needed basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder to supply and deliver the Grade 9 gravel and #2 torpedo sand to the Village in the amount not to exceed $44,707.50. F. Sebert Landscaping, Inc.. Bartlett, IL—Award a service contract to provide landscape bed maintenance in the amount not to exceed $49,847.00. G. SunGard THE. Inc.. Lake Marv. FL - Award a contract for support and maintenance of our HTE software applications and custom program modifications for the period from May 1, 2009 through April 30, 2010 in the amount not to exceed $47,078.00. H. Hoy Landscape, Melrose Park. IL - Award a professional service contract to the lowest bidder for planting trees in the Village parkways, in an amount not to exceed $55,961.00, of which $19,586.35 will be paid for by the General Fund and $36,374.65 will be paid for by the Recycling Fund. 1. Northwest Landscape Contractors Inc., CM. IL - Award a service contract to provide annual turf and landscape maintenance throughout the Village in the amount not to exceed $84,500.00, of which $24,500.00 is paid for by the General Fund and $60,000.00 is paid for by the Water/Sewer Fund. J. Lyons & Pinner Electric Company. LaGrange, IL - Award a professional service contract as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder to maintain and repair Village-owned residential traffic signals and streetlights in an amount not to exceed $76,945.60 from the General Fund; and 3 VBM 4-28-09 • Meade Electric Company. Inc.. Lake Villa IL - Award a professional service contract as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder to maintain and repair Village-owned traffic signals in the Business Park and arterial streetlights in an amount not to exceed $85,816.86 from the Industrial/Commercial Revitalization Fund. K. Landscape Concepts Management, Grayslake. IL - Award a service contract to provide annual turf and landscape maintenance throughout the Village in the amount not to exceed $117,351.28, of which $76,527.67 will be paid for by the General Fund and $40,826.61 will be paid for by the Industrial/Commercial Revitalization Fund. L. Lampignano and Sons Construction, Arlington Heights,, IL - Award a professional service contract to the lowest bidder to pour aprons, curbs, and sidewalks as part of the Private Participation Concrete Replacement Program, in an amount not to exceed $129,750.00. M. Gallagher-Bassett/self-insured liability plan- Award a professional service contract for the administration of the Village's self-insured liability plan in an amount not to exceed $62,026.00, and • Arthur J. Gallagher/Liability Insurance Premiums - Approve the Liability Insurance Premiums for Fiscal Year 2009/2010, submitted at a premium level as determined for the following coverages: Workers' Compensation $83,423 General Liability Package $145,481 Liability Auto Damage Building/Contents EMT/Paramedic Liability Public Officials 9 Police Professional Brokerage Service Fee $90,846 Property $93,308 Federal Flood Coverage $14,700 Excess Liability (HELP) $72,604 Community Nurse/Clinics $5,458 Fiduciary Liability/Pensions $7,818 Underground Storage Tanks $7,031 Crime, Money & Security $5,118 Total $525,787 N. Identity Theft Prevention Program—Adopt Ordinance No. 3204 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE IDENTITY THEFT PREVENTION PROGRAM." O. Class 6B/1230 Louis Avenue—Adopt Resolution No. 21-09 entitled, "A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE APPROPRIATENESS FOR CLASS 6B STATUS PURSUANT TO THE COOK COUNTY REAL PROPERTY CLASSIFICATION ORDINANCE AS AMENDED FEBRUARY 15, 2006 FOR CERTAIN REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 1230 LOUIS AVENUE, ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILLINOIS." P. Class 6B/850 Pratt Boulevard—Adopt Resolution No. 22-09 entitled, "A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE APPROPRIATENESS FOR CLASS 6B STATUS PURSUANT TO THE COOK COUNTY REAL PROPERTY CLASSIFICATION ORDINANCE AS AMENDED FEBRUARY 15, 2006 FOR CERTAIN REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 850 PRATT BOULEVARD, ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILLINOIS." 4 VBM 4-28-09 Q. 800 Dierking, Terrace—Adopt Resolution No. 23-09 entitled, "A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL AND INITIAL ACCEPTANCE; DEED OF CONVEYANCEBILL OF SALE; MAINTENANCE BOND/WARRANTY BOND NO. 1901333 IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000.00 EXPIRING MAY 1, 2011 GUARANTEEING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS (OFF-SITE SANITARY SEWER SERVICE) 800 DIERKING TERRACE." • Adopt Resolution No. 24-09 entitled, "A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL AND INITIAL ACCEPTANCE; DEED OF CONVEYANCEBILL OF SALE; MAINTENANCE BOND/WARRANTY BOND NO. 1901334 IN THE AMOUNT OF $42,000.00 EXPIRING MAY 1, 2011 GUARANTEEING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS (ROADWAY, SIDEWALK, STORM SEWER) 800 DIERKING TERRACE." R. Budget/Fiscal Yearl 2009/10—Adopt Resolution No. 25-09 entitled, A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2009/10 BUDGET FOR THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE, COUNTIES OF COOK AND DUPAGE, ILLINOIS." Motion to approve Consent Agenda items "A, B, C,D, E,F, G, H,I,J,K,L, M,N, O, P, Q AND R. MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Franke AYES: Trustees Feichter, Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Feichter NAYS: None MOTION CARRIED 7. REGULAR AGENDA None BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 7. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN PETRI No report 8. JUDICIARY, PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LISSNER item b. Adjudication of Certain Offenses: Ordinances were adopted at the last Village Board meeting, therefore,this item was removed from the JPZ agenda. Item c. Business License Review: A meeting of the Committee will be scheduled in the near future to discuss this item. Item a. No-Idle-Zone Ordinance: Art work has been selected for the brochure and the Director of Health and Community Services is proceeding with the project. 10. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN FEICHTER No report 11. RECYCLING & WASTE COMMITTEE—CHAIRMAN FRANKE Trustee Franke announced rain barrels would be available for pick-up next week and residents would be notified by phone or email. The Village of Itasca is hosting a recycling event for collection of electronics on Saturday, May 2, 2009, at the Itasca Metra Train Station from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A Household Hazardous Waste collection will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Elk Grove High School. 5 VBM 4-28-09 12. INFORMATION COMMITTEE - TRUSTEE PROCHNO No report 13. INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION COMMISSION TRUSTEES LISSNER/PETRI Trustee Petri reported: Item b. Devon Avenue & Arlington Heights Intersection Improvements: The project is underway and should be completed some time in early November 2009. Additional lanes and turn lanes will be provided as part of the improvements. Item e. Master Plan to Revitalize the Business Park: The Master Plan would be presented to the Village Board and ICRC Commission members at a future meeting in May. Item f. Lighting Improvements on Busse Road from Touhy to Mark Street: This project is underway and would be completed by late June or July. Trustee Lissner pointed out two Class 6B Resolutions were approved on the Consent Agenda this evening. The owners of the properties would be investing considerable dollars to improve the facilities and would create employment opportunities. Coffee with the Board—Mayor Johnson announced a"Coffee with the Board" would be held in the atrium outside the Council Chambers on Saturday, May 2, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The Finance Counter would be open for purchase of vehicle stickers. 14. YOUTH COMMITTEE - TRUSTEE PROCHNO Scholarship—The Youth Committee is in the process of judging the scholarship applications and will announce the winners of the scholarship in the first weekend in May. All students will be notified next week. 15. PARADE COMMITTEE - TRUSTEE CZARNIK Trustee Czarnik reported applications are coming in for the Saturday, June 20, 2009 "Star-Spangled Salute to America" parade. The Parade Committee will honor Village Service men and women who are currently serving in any of the five Branches of the United States Armed Forces as the Grand Marshals of this year's Hometown Parade. Trustee Czarnik stated since attendance may be difficult due to commitments, an invitation would be extended to one member of the family who would represent them in their absence. Parade information is available in the Village's Spring Newsletter or individuals may call the Parade Secretary at 847-357-4038. Meeting Schedule— Trustee Czarnik announced the next meeting of the Parade Committee would be held on Monday, May 4, 2009 in the Chernick Conference Room. 16. PLAN COMMISSION - VILLAGE MANAGER No report 17. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - VILLAGE MANAGER No report 18. REPORTS OF OTHER BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COMMITTEES a. CABLE TV COMMITTEE - TRUSTEES PETRI/LISSNER Comcast is currently reviewing the final draft of the Comcast franchise agreement. 6 VBM 4-28-09 b. HEALTH & COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD -TRUSTEE CZARNIK Blood Drive—A community blood drive was held Saturday, April 25, 2009. Trustee Czarnik announced thirty-one donors participated, with six individuals deferred. National Day of Prayer—The Interfaith Council will sponsor the National Day of Prayer breakfast on Thursday, May 7, 2009, at 7:30 a.m. at St. Julian Eymard Catholic Church. A $10.00 donation will cover the cost of the breakfast. Senior Respite Care—Christus Victor Church hosts this new program on each Wednesday, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Resident may phone 847-437-2666 for additional information. Swine Flu—Trustee Czamik commented that helpful hints on how to avoid the flu and stop the spread of germs would be available at the Village and on the Village website. Farmers' Market—This year's Farmers' Market will begin on Wednesday June 3, 2009 through September 30, 2009. The hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The market will be located in the south parking lot of the Pavilion. Anyone interested in participating may call Diana Klaus at the Elk Grove Park district at 847-228- 3511. Spirit Award—Nomination forms for the Spirit Award can be obtained at the Village Hall, the Library, the Pavilion and Jarosch Bakery. C. LIQUOR COMMISSION - MAYOR JOHNSON No Report d. SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE—MAYOR JOHNSON Mayor Johnson reminded the residents that beginning on July 7, 2009 a concert series would be held every Tuesday evening during the month of July at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Greenway. It was noted the greenway is"on time and under budget." e. O'HARE UPDATE—MAYOR JOHNSON Mayor Johnson requested the Board's concurrence to remove item e. O'Hare Update, from the agenda. There was a consensus of the Board to remove this item. L BIKE RACE UPDATE —MAYOR JOHNSON Mayor Johnson stated he looked forward to seeing everyone at the July 31, August 1, and August 2, 2009 Alexian Brothers Tour of Elk Grove. g. VILLAGE GREEN REHABILITATION - MAYOR JOHNSON This project was discussed under item d., Special Events Committee 19. VILLAGE CLERK No report 20. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Village Board -None Village Attorney -None 7 VBM 4-28-09 21. REPORT FROM THE VILLAGE MANAGER No report 22. NEW BUSINESS None AUDIENCE— 7:48 p.m. A gentleman addressed the Board and complimented the Mayor and Board on the excellent acoustics in the new Council Chambers. 23. ADJOURNMENT Motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:50 p.m. MOVED: Trustee Franke SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik AYES: Trustees Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik, Feichter NAYS: None MOTION CARRIED Ann I. Walsh Village Clerk Mayor Craig B. Johnson Village of Elk Grove Village 8 VBM 4-28-09