HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 09/08/2009 - SOLDIER MEMORIAL FUND/J. PACK IETTER 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 SEPTEMBER 8, 2009
Mayor Craig B. Johnson called the meeting to order at'7:16 p.m.
1. ROLL CALL:
Present: Mayor: Craig B.Johnson;
Trustees: Nancy J'.1Czarnik, 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. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Johnson led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Village Board Meeting held on
August 18, 2009 as submitted and dispense with the reading.
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czamik
VOICE VOTE
MOTION CARRIED
4. REPORT OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
August 19. 2009 —Mayor Johnson, Trustees Czarnik, Prochno and Village Manager
Rummel attended the grand re-opening of the Walmart store on Meacham Road. Walmart
has redesigned the inside of the store and added more food products.
August 27. 2009—Mayor Johnson attended a dinner given in honor of MaryAnn
Magnifico of Alexian Brothers Medical Center. Village Manager R. Rummel, Deputy
Village Manager M. Roan, Village Attorney G. Knickerbocker, Fire Chief D. Miller, and
Director of Health and Community Services M. Cavaliini were also in attendance. Mrs.
Magnifico was presented the Brother Bonaventure Award for outstanding dedication and
commitment to Alexian Brothers Cause. The Mayor extended his congratulations and
noted MaryAnn Magnifico oversees all the construction at the Alexian Brothers Medical
Center.
September 3. 2009—The Mayor and several Board members attended a ribbon cutting
ceremony for the new Rosati's Pizza on Rohlwing Road. The Mayor welcomed the new
business to our Community.
Open Letter - Mayor Johnson read a full page letter that was published in the September
3, 2009 Tribune written by Jeffrey Pack, Owner of Quality Color Graphics, Inc., 1855
Greenleaf Avenue, Elk Grove Village. The Mayor stated the Board has never seen a
business willing to spend thousands of dollars to run a full-page ad to thank the elected
officials and staff in one of the largest newspapers in the Country.
Jeffrey Pack complimented the local elected officials and Village staff for their
professionalism and assistance throughout the 15 years Quality Color Graphics, Inc. has
had their place of business in Elk Grove Village. The company moved to Elk Grove 15
years ago and had employed less than two-dozen employees and operated out of one
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38,000 square foot building. Since that time, the company now occupies three facilities
in three communities and has grown to 150 employees. It became clear to Mr. Pack that
it was time to consolidate. J. Pack wrote he had investigated several west suburban
locations and it became clear that Elk Grove Village would be the choice. J. Pack stated
they had learned the administrative and professional staff of Elk Grove Village was hard
working and helpful and he stated that it was for this reason he recently signed a lease on
a 126,000 square foot building at 1100 Kirk Street for consolidation of his operations. J.
Pack extended his appreciation to the elected officials; and to the professional and
administrative staff of Elk Grove.
Mayor Johnson stated he personally phoned Jeffrey Pack to thank him for the kind words.
Mayor Johnson, on behalf of the Board of Trustees, thanked Jeffrey Pack for taking the
time to write and publish his comments. The Mayor thanked the members of the Elk
Grove Village staff and commented they should be proud to think that someone took the
time to let the world know what a fine job they do. Copies of the letter will be distributed
and shared with the employees of each Village department.
Red Light Cameras - Mayor Johnson reported the Tribune had recently conducted a poll
on the Red Light Cameras. Fifty-three per cent of the people polled said they support
Red Lights and 41% said they did not. Mayor Johnson said red light cameras are saving
lives and property damage.
Soldier Memorial Fund - Trustee Feichter and Trustee Prochno joined the Mayor at the
podium.
Mayor Johnson stated during the Alexian Brothers Tour of Elk Grove an event was held
as a fundraiser for the Soldier Memorial Fund. This year $9200.00 was raised. The
Soldier Memorial Fund will split that total donation between the Community Character
Coalition and the Heart of a Marine Foundation.
Betsy Boswell of the Community Character Coalition accepted a check on their behalf in
the amount of$4600.00 plus an additional $500.00 donated by the Walmart Store. B.
Boswell thanked the Mayor and Board for the continued support and noted the funds
would be used towards scholarships for Elk Grove Village high school seniors. Residents
were invited to join the Community Character Coalition at the first Annual Community
Social coming up on Thursday.
Georgette and Roy Frank created the Heart of a Marine Foundation in memory of their
son, Philip Frank, who died while serving in Iraq. The Franks joined the Mayor at the
podium. Mayor Johnson presented a check from the Soldier Memorial Fund to the
Franks in the amount of$4600.00 with an additional $500.00 donation from the Elk
Grove Watmart.
Georgette Frank extended her appreciation and updated the audience on the activities and
donations by the Foundation. It was noted numerous hospitals had been given computer
equipment and rehabilitation software for programs that treat traumatic brain injury. Mrs.
Frank related Midwest Brain Injury Club House has received a donation and planned to
set up a traveling workshop so that they can reach veterans who cannot get out to VA
Hospitals. It was noted Alexian Brothers Medical Center is the first community-based
hospital in the United States to treat Veterans. G. Frank: said there would be an official
presentation of computers and software to Alexian Brothers and extended an invitation to
the Mayor and Board to attend the ceremony when a date has been set. In addition, over
2000 walking canes have been donated to various VA Hospitals and several scholarships
would be awarded, including a $500.00 scholarship to a school their son Phillip Frank
had attended. Financial assistance is also offered to military families.
Georgette Frank stated there is now an online store and they are hoping to generate
enough funds to off set administrative costs so all donated dollars can be channeled into
the programs. The website is www.heartofamarine.org.
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Georgette Frank presented the Mayor with a framed photo taken with the Franks and
several Marines and Army servicemen who attended a Village Board meeting last year.
Trustee Feichter reported the Community Character Coalition would sponsor their First
Annual Social on Thursday, September 10, 2009, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the
Hattendorf Center. Tasty Catering would provide food at no cost and door prizes would
be offered. The event is open to all the community. Participants would be asked to join
the Coalition in a letter writing campaign. Letters written will be sent to the troops
serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Last year over 5000 letters were mailed to the troops.
Trustee Feichter related a soldier who received a letter last year was so honored to get a
letter from a student from Elk Grove High School that he flew a flag in honor of Elk
Grove and the high school at his base in Iraq. The flag was eventually brought back to
Elk Grove High School where it is now on display. Trustee Feichter asked that everyone
participate in the letter campaign.
Trustee Feichter reported meetings are currently being scheduled regarding the upcoming
2010 census. Trustee Feichter stressed how important the Census taking would be for
Elk Grove Village and stated Census representatives had arranged to speak to several
community organizations in the near future. Elk Grove residents were asked to support
the Census.
Trustee Prochno updated the audience on the health of her father who had recently been
taken to Alexian Brothers by ambulance due to illness. Trustee Prochno commented on
the excellent quality of care her father received from Alexian Brothers Hospital and the
Fire personnel.
Trustee Lissner attended a meeting of the Joint Action Water Agency (JAWA) on August
26, 2009. An election of Officers was held and the following individuals were elected to
two year terms: Chairman-Al Larson, President of Schaumburg; Vice-Chair-Irvana
Wilks, Mayor of Mount Prospect; Treasurer-Christine Tromp, Elk Grove Village Finance
Director; and Secretary-Michael Janonis, Village Manager of Mount Prospect.
Trustee Lissner commented that many communities are having financial difficulties and
said he wanted to thank the Village staff members for their efforts in keeping Elk Grove's
budget well under control.
5. APPROVAL OF WARRANT
Motion to authorize payment of invoices as shown on the August 31, 2009 Accounts
Payable Warrant in the amount of 5559,409.51.
MOVED: Trustee Petri ' SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES: Trustees Feichter, Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED
Motion to authorize payment of invoices as shown on the September 8, 2009
Accounts Payable Warrant in the amount of 5466,218.96.
MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czamik
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 September 8, 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)
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A. Children's Christian Learning Center. 1900 Nerge Rd. —'Approve a request to
waive the permit fees for a temporary sign in the amount of$25.00.
B. Saint Julian Eymard Church. 601.Biesterfield Rd. —Approve a request to waive
the permit fees for railing replacement located at the rear entrance to the church
in the amount of$168.00.
C. Elk Grove Park District/waive fees—Approve the following requests:
• To waive the permit fees for upgrades to Fairchild 'Park, Olmstead Park,
Marshall Park, Bartrum Park, Osborn Park, and Morton Park including new
concrete walks, the addition of new handicap-accessible concrete walks, a
picnic shelter, and a retaining wall in the amount of$2,850.00.
• To waive the permit fees for additional concrete flatwork behind the existing
baseball backstops at Lions Parkin the amount of$391.00.
• To waive the permit fees for the,replacement of concrete walks with stamped
concrete at the Farmhouse Museum at 399 Biesterfield Road in the amount of
$367.50.
D. Advantage Chevrolet. Hodgkins. IL—Authorization to award a purchase
contract for the purchase of a 2010 4x4 Chevrolet Suburban in the amount of
$41,188.00.
E. CDW. Inc.. Vernon Hills. IL—Authorization to waive the formal bidding
process and award a purchase contract for the purchase of one-hundred sixty
(160) Microsoft Office software licenses in the amount not to exceed $47,769.53.
F. Class 6B/1655 Busse Road—Adopt Resolution No. 47-09 entitled, ''A
RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 35-09 AND
DETERMINING THE APROPRIATENESS FOR CLASS 6B STATUS
PURSUANT TO THE COOK COUNTY REAL PROPERTY
CLASSIFICATION ORDINANCE AS AMENDED FEBRUARY 15, 2006 FOR
CERTAIN REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 1655 BUSSE ROAD, ELK GROVE
VILLAGE, ILLINOIS.''
G. Fence.variation/2 12 Holly,Lane —Adopt Ordinance No. 3209 entitled, "AN
ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIATION OF SECTION 7A-l:F.1 AND
SECTION 3-70.3 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO PERMIT THE
INSTALLATION OF A CHAIN LINK FENCE ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT
212 HOLLY LANE, ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILLINOIS (SACHA)."
H. Village Code/amend—Adopt Ordinance No. 3210 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 2 NUISANCES OF TITLE 4 PUBLIC HEALTH OF
THE VILLAGE CODE BY ESTABLISHING AN ADMINISTRATIVE FEE
FOR SERVICES INCLUDING MONITORING, INSPECTIONS,
CORRESPONDENCE, LIEN PREPARATION AND SUCH OTHER
EXPENSES INCURRED BY THE VILLAGE WITH RESPECT TO THE
ENFORCEMENT OF NUISANCES VIOLATIONS SET FORTH IN CHAPTER
2."
I. Village Code/amend—Adopt Ordinance No. 3211 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE REGARDING NON-RESIDENT
WATER AND SEWER RATES AND SEWER CONNECTION FEES."
Motion to approve Consent Agenda items "A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and I."
MOVED: Trustee Franke SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik
AYES: Trustees Feichter, Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik
NAYS: None
MOTION CARRIED
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7. REGULAR AGENDA
None
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
8. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN PETRI
No Report
9. JUDICIARY, PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LISSNER
No Report
10. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN FRANKE
Trustee Franke stated the Personnel Committee was in the process of setting dates and
times for Exit Interviews.
11. RECYCLING & WASTE COMMITTEE—CHAIRMAN FEICHTER
Trustee Feichter announced the August 29, 2009 Document.Destruction event located at
the Elk Grove Village Municipal parking lot was very successful. Future Document
Destruction events are listed on the SWANCC website (www.SWANCC.org) or residents
may contact the Director of Health and Community Services for information. Special
mention and appreciation was extended to James Morrill of the Community Services
Board who, with his daughter, assisted at the Document Destruction event.
12. INFORMATION COMMITTEE - TRUSTEE PROCHNO
No Report
13. INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION COMMISSION
TRUSTEES LISSNER/PETRI
a. Higgins Road/Oakton_Street Landscaping—The project began on
September 8, 2009 with an estimated completion date in October.
f. Lightinp improvements on Busse Road from Touhy to Mark Street -The project
is completed. Trustee Petri requested removal of item f. from the ICRC agenda.
b. Devon Avenue & Arlington Heights Intersection Improvements—Trustee Petri
reported the project is coming along.
14. YOUTH COMMITTEE - TRUSTEE FRANKE
Trustee Franke reported the Youth Committee met last Monday and would offer a trip to
Springfield, Illinois in October. More information on the Springfield trip would be made
available at the next Village Board meeting. Plans are also being put together for future
teen dances. Volunteers are needed to supervise these activities. Anyone interested
should call the Park District.
Trustee Prochno added that information regarding the Springfield trip is available in the
Elk Grove Park District brochure. The trip is being offered to Elk Grove Junior High
School and High School students.
15. PARADE COMMITTEE-TRUSTEE CZARNIK
2010 Home Town Parade—The date of the 2010 parade is Saturday, June 19, 2010 at
6:00 p.m. The theme chosen is "Star-Spangled Salute to America.
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Elk Grove Village individuals currently serving in one of the five Branches of the United
States Armed Forces will serve as Parade Marshals.
Meeting Schedule—The next meeting of the Parade Committee will be held on Monday,
September 14, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. in the lower level Conference Rooms.
16. PLAN COMMISSION - VILLAGE MANAGER
PC. Docket 909-2 —The Village Manager reported this Plan Commission public hearing
had been continued to September 16, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
17. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - VILLAGE MANAGER
ZBA Docket #09-3- A public hearing was duly held before the Zoning Board of Appeals
on August 6, 2009 and was continued to August 27, 2009. The Village Manager noted
the Zoning Board unanimously voted to "DO GRANT" an amended variation request.
The Mayor recited the amendments that had been agreed upon by the petitioner and
recommended by the Zoning Board of Appeals. The petitioner, Stephen Fortman, of 472
Potomac Lane, was present and requested further explanation of the amended variation.
The Director of Engineering and Community Development informed the petitioner the
fence would be about 10 feet behind the petitioners side of the public sidewalk.
Following discussion, the petitioner stated the type of fence and 10-foot setback would be
agreeable to him. The Director noted the variation would allow the petitioner to install a
fence approximately 28 feet beyond his neighbors house.
The Mayor responded to the petitioner's questions regarding the 2002 Village Fence
Ordinance and stated that ordinance consolidated and simplified the fence regulations
that were in place. The Mayor noted each variation is looked at differently and in this
case the Zoning Board felt this would be fair to both Fortman and his neighbor.
The Mayor again asked the petitioner if he was in agreement with the amended variation
and if Fortman would follow the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals. The
petitioner said he would comply.
Trustee Czarnik requested additional clarification on the type of fence that would be
installed. Fortman confirmed it would be a see through aluminum fence.
Motion to concur with the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals to
direct the Attorney to prepare an Ordinance granting an amended variation request
to allow construction of a six foot (61) high, black aluminum fence located twenty-
eight feet, eleven inches (28'11") beyond the nearest front corner of the house at
1760 Gibson on property located at 472 Potomac Lane, Elk Grove Village Illinois.
MOVED: Trustee Feichter SECONDED: Trustee Lissner
VOICE VOTE
MOTION CARRIED
Petitioner Fortman was advised the formal approval of the ordinance would take place at
the next Village Board meeting. The required permits should be obtained and the work
could start prior to the September 22, 2009 Village Board Meeting.
The Mayor said he understood the petitioner was not totally happy with the variation as
approved and pointed out the Zoning Board always looks at each case individually and
takes into consideration all parties involved.
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ZBA Docket#09-5-The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing for a variation to
construct an attached third car garage at 1463 Hodlmair Lane. The Zoning Board of
Appeals unanimously recommended to "DO GRANT" the variation subject to certain
conditions regarding height.
The petitioner, Ross Messina, 1463 Hodlmair Lane; was present in the audience. R.
Messina confirmed he was aware of and would agree to the conditions recommended by
the Zoning Board of Appeals.
There being no further questions from the Board, the Mayor called for a motion.
Motion to concur with the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals to
direct the Village Attorney to prepare an Ordinance granting a variation to the
Zoning Ordinance to construct an attached third car garage, subject to conditions
as recommended by the Zoning Board of Appeals, at property located at 1463
Hodlmair Lane.
MOVED: Trustee Lissner SECONDED: Trustee Franke
VOICE VOTE
MOTION CARRIED
The Petitioner was informed work could begin prior to the formal approval at the next
Village Board meeting if all required permits are obtained.
18. REPORTS OF OTHER BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COMMITTEES
a. CABLE TV COMMITTEE - TRUSTEES PETRULISSNER
No report
b. HEALTH & COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD -TRUSTEE CZARNIK
House Walk - The Kenneth Young Center is hosting a Finding Solution House
Walk on Saturday, September 12, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Ten
redesigned Elk Grove Homes are participating. Tickets would sell for $20.00
through September 11`h and increase to $25.00 on September 12, 2009. For
information individuals should phone 847-524-8800, extension 119.
P.A.D.S.- Trustee Czarnik reported P.A.D.S. would sponsor a Walk for the
Homeless on Saturday, September 19, 2009. The `Valk is the only fundraiser
P.A.D.S. would conduct this year. It was noted that due to the recession P.A.D.S.
has noticed an increased number of clients. Last season P.A.D.S. sheltered 743
guests and purchased, cooked, and served 2,529 meals. Residents were asked to
help by pledging and walking on September 19`h. Pledge sheets or information
could be obtained by calling Linda Blair, Community Services, at 847-357-4121.
Forms will also be available at the Farmer's Market.
Farmer's Market—There are only three more Wednesdays left for the Farmer's
Market. The last date for the Farmer's Market is Wednesday, September 30, 2009
from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Farmer's Market is held in the south parking lot
of the Elk Grove Park District Pavilion.
The 3`d Annual Frank.J. Czarnik Memorial Golf Outing. will benefit two Elk
Grove Youths with scholarships. The event will be held on Sunday, October 4,
2009 at the Fox Run Golf Links as a 4-man scramble. Shotgun start will begin at
8:00 a.m. The cost is $60.00. Interested individuals can contact Trustee Czarnik
at 847-891-5072 or Jim Heffern at 847-437-0109.
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C. LIQUOR COMMISSION - MAYOR JOHNSON
No Report
c. SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE—MAYOR JOHNSON
No Report
d. TOUR OF ELK GROVE UPDATE—MAYOR JOHNSON
No Report
19. REPORT FROM THE VILLAGE CLERK
No Report
20. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Village Board—None
Village Attorney— Ordinance No. 3209 was prepared by the Village Attorney and
approved under Item G. on the Consent Agenda.
21. REPORT FROM THE VILLAGE MANAGER
No Report
22. NEW BUSINESS
None
AUDIENCE— 8:08 p.m.
No Response
The Mayor reminded the audience that the Village Board would meet twice a month in
September and October.
23. ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:09 p.m.
MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Franke
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
The next scheduled Village Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 22, 2009
at 7 :00 p.m.
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