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HomeMy WebLinkAboutVILLAGE BOARD - 09/25/2007 - RES. 49-07, ORD 3137, ORD 3138 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 25, 2007 Mayor Craig B. Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:22 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. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Mayor Johnson led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. INVOCATION - Reverend Stephen Somogye, Shinnyo-En America, delivered the invocation. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held on September 11, 2007 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 Proclamation—Mayor Johnson proclaimed October 7 through October 13, 2007 as "Fire Prevention Week.- Police/Fire Open House—The annual open house event will take place at the Oakton Fire Station on Sunday, October 7, 2007 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Elk Grove High School Homecomingevents vents—The homecoming parade will be held on Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 6:00 p.m., followed by the Pep Rally and bonfire ceremony. The coronation of the Homecoming King and Queen and their Court will take place in the high school gym on Friday at 2:30 p.m. The football game will take place on Friday evening and will include a fireworks display at approximately 9:30 p.m. O'Hare Update - Mayor Johnson informed the audience of the decision made by the 7`h Circuit Court regarding the cemetery located near O'Hare and the displacement of graves as part of the expansion plan for the airport. The Court ruled that religious issues did not take precedence in the matter and Chicago would not be violating the law by removing the graves. Mayor Johnson expressed disappointment in that decision and stated the ruling would be appealed. The Mayor said this case would end up in the Supreme Court. The Washington D.C. case is still pending. Oaths of Office— Mayor Johnson administered the Oath of Office to Larry A. Dohrer appointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals, with a term ending April 30, 2012. Mr. Dohrer thanked the Mayor and Board for affording him the opportunity to serve the community. L. Dohrer extended his appreciation and gratitude to the Elk Grove Fire Department paramedics who had saved his life many years ago. Mayor Johnson related that Larry Dohrer and former State Representative Wojcik were instrumental in providing the defibrillators throughout Elk Grove Village. 1 VBM 9-25-07 Police Chief Stephen Schmidt joined the Mayor at the podium to introduce the new officers. Mayor Johnson administered the Oaths of Office to newly appointed Police Officers Kristina R. Dredge, Jason A. Gottwald and Efren Pelayo, Jr. The Officers had recently completed their training at the Police Academy. Trustee Feichter reported that the Community Character Coalition would be sponsoring a letter writing campaign through September 30, 2007. Residents and students were encouraged to write letters to American servicemen to say thank you for the sacrifices they are making to protect our Country. Letters can be dropped off in boxes located throughout the Village. The letters will be delivered to the troops by Veterans Day, November 11, 2007. Trustee Feichter reported he and Economic Development Coordinator Nancy Carlson, attended the Greater Woodfield Association meeting on Thursday, September 20, 2007. Discussion at the meeting included news of the grand opening in Hoffman Estates of a retail store named Cabela's. It is expected this business would draw 4 million customers each year and bring people into the entire Woodfield area. Trustee Feichter mentioned, although there has been a delay in the funding promised to the Association, they still anticipate they would receive funds in the amount of$70,000 to donate to the bike race. Trustee Petri reported thirty-one delegates from Elk Grove's Sister City, Termini Imerese in Sicily, would visit Elk Grove in October. A dinner dance would be held in their honor on Friday, October 19, 2007 at the Avalon Banquets. Trustee Franke reported many residents have approached him to say thank you to the Village and Village departments for clean up efforts following the August rain and windstorm. 5. APPROVAL OF WARRANT . Motion to authorize payment of invoices as shown on the September 25, 2007 Accounts Payable Warrant in the amount of 5629,862.03. MOVED: Trustee Petri SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik AYES: Trustees Feichter, Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik NAYS: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED i i 6. CONSENT AGENDA It was moved and seconded that the Consent Agenda of the September 25, 2007 Regular Village Board Meeting be approved as presented. A. Prince of Peace Church. 1400 S. Arlington Heights Road/Waive Fees— Grant a request to waive Business License Fees for their annual Pumpkin Patch from September 28, 2007 until October -3)1, 2007 in the amount of$100; and • Waive a temporary food caterer's license and a one-day carnival license for Pumpkin Fest to be held on September 29, 2007 in the amount of$200. B. Alexian Brothers Medical Center. 800 Biesterfield Road/Waive Fees—Grant a request to waive permit fees for their audio-visual system project for the new chapel in the amount of$408.00. C. Visual Edge. Arlington Heights. IL - Award a professional service contract for the revision, design, updating, and printing of the Shop Elk Grove booklet for a cost not to exceed $20,000 to be paid from the ICRC Fund. D. Peters & Associates of Oak Brook Terrace. IL - Award a service contract for the professional services required to migrate our existing Novell Netware and e-mail 2 VBM 9-25-07 infrastructure to Microsoft Windows Active Directory and Exchange Server in an amount not to exceed $69.500.00. E. Class 6B Status/695 Touhy Avenue—Adopt Resolution No. 49-07 entitled, "A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 26-07, ADOPTED APRIL 24, 2007; DETERMINING THE APPROPRIATENESS FOR CLASS 6B STATUS PURSUANT TO THE COOK COUNTY REAL PROPERTY CLASSIFICATION ORDINANCE AS AMENDED FEBRUARY 16, 2006 FOR CERTAIN REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 695 TOUHY AVENUE, ELK GROVE VILLAGE. ILLINOIS." F. Hotel/Motel Use Tax - Adopt Ordinance No. 3137 entitled, ''AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION -3-2-6 HOTEL/MOTEL USE TAX OF THE VILLAGE CODE BY INCREASING THE RATE OF HOTEL/MOTEL TAX FROM FIVE (5%) TO SIX (6%) PERCENT." G. Fence Variation/872 Maple Lane—Adopt Ordinance No. 3138 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIATION OF SECTION 3-7:D.3 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF A FENCE WHICH WOULD EXTEND APPROXIMATELY TWENTY-SEVEN (27) FEET BEYOND THE LINE EXTENDED FROM THE NEAREST FRONT CORNER OF THE PRINCIPAL BUILDING LOCATED ON THE ADJACENT SINGLE- FAMILY LOT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 872 MAPLE LANE, ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILLINOIS (BOYES)." H. Police Department/Motorcycles—Authorization to reject all bids associated with the replacement of three (3) Police Department motorcycles. Motion to approve Consent Agenda items "A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H." MOVED: Trustee Czarmk SECONDED: Trustee Lissner AYES: Trustees Feichter, Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik NAYS: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED 7. REGULAR AGENDA General Obligation Bonds - Mayor Johnson reported the Village received a 4.5% interest rate for issuance of$30 million in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2007 to be used to meet part of the estimated cost of the Administration & Public Safety Building improvement. Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 3139 entitled "ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $30,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2007, OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE, ILLINOIS." I MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Feichter (Mayor Johnson noted the excellent rate received was a result of the Village's good bond rating. There were 10 bids received via Internet. The Village Manager, the Director of Finance, and staff were thanked for their efforts.) AYES: Trustees Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik, Feichter NAYS: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED Mayor Johnson deviated from the agenda to report on item g., under Reports of Other Boards, Commissions & Committees. i I I 3 VBM 9-25-07 g. Administrative/Public Safety Complex Construction - The Mayor reported on the construction progress of the new facility and stated that the concrete walls and foundation should be completed by November. The delivery of the steel is expected in January or February. The work is progressing on schedule and on budget. The Mayor, Village Manager, Deputy Village Manager and Chief Schmidt have begun the interior design plans. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 8. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN PETRI No report 9. JUDICIARY, PLANNING & ZONING COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LISSNER No report 10. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN FEICHTER No report 11. RECYCLING & WASTE COMMITTEE —CHAIRMAN FRANKE SWANCC - Trustee Franke reported he had attended the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County's informational meeting with the Health and Community Services Director today (September 25, 2007). The 2008 recycling programs were discussed and would be reported on at a future Village Board meeting. A reminder was given that SWANCC and Motorola would be hosting an electronic recycling event on Saturday, September 29, 2007 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Motorola facility located on Algonquin Road in Schaumburg. Trustee Franke reported Elk Grove Village would soon coordinate the collection and recycling of florescent light bulbs. The location of the collection containers would be announced at a later date. Trustee Petri added Elk Grove has made a lot of progress with SWANCC and would experience an excess of$46,000 in cost savings. They have adopted a number of items to reduce costs. They have a buyer for all three balers and costs have been significantly reduced through the actions taken. 12. INFORMATION COMMITTEE - TRUSTEE PROCHNO Citizens Fire Academy—Trustee Prochno reported on her attendance of the 7`h Citizens' Fire Academy. The last session will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2007. Oktoberfest—The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Oktoberfest event on Friday, September 28, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the Queen of the Rosary Church parking lot. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $10.00 at the Village Hall or $15.00 at the door. 13. INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION COMMISSION TRUSTEES LISSNER/PETRI Trustee Petri reported Item 6.C. on the Consent Agenda awarded a contract for the new "Shop Elk Grove" booklet that would be distributed this fall. item d. Lively Blvd—Touhy to Devon—This project is moving along and should be j completed in November 2007. item b. Improvements to Industrial Well Sites—This project has been completed. Trustee Petri requested removal of this item from the ICRC agenda. I 4 VBM 9-25-07 i I� I Trustee Petri requested the addition of two new items to the ICRC agenda for intersection improvements at (1) Landmeier and Arlington Heights Road and (2) Oakton and Arlington Heights Road. 14. YOUTH COMMITTEE - TRUSTEE PROCHNO The Elk Grove Park District met with the Youth Committee and Elk Grove Police Department on Wednesday, September 19, 2007 to discuss prior activities they have sponsored and think about new ideas for the future. It was decided the annual June Splash Party would be replaced with a family outdoor movie night and game tournament. Trustee Feichter was in attendance and suggested a one-day trip to Springfield be planned to acquaint our youth with how government works in Springfield. The Park District will continue to sponsor youth dances throughout the year and have six planned for this year. The Youth Committee will investigate other activities. 15. PARADE COMMITTEE - TRUSTEE CZARNIK 2008 Parade—The next Hometown Parade has been scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. The theme is "Life is a Game." Trustee Czarnik related several suggested board games and sports that could be considered for parade units. Meeting Schedule—The next meeting of the Parade Committee is Monday, October 1, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. in the Chernick Conference Room. 16. PLAN COMMISSION - VILLAGE MANAGER No report 17. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - VILLAGE MANAGER ZBA Docket 07- 6 The Village Manager reported on a recommendation from the Zoning Board of Appeals with regards to public hearing ZBA Docket 07-6 and the petition submitted by Willie Washer Manufacturing Corporation for a variation to permit the construction of a structure that would join two existing buildings at 2101 and 2001 Greenleaf Avenue and encroach into the ten foot (10') required side yard setback. The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended Do Grant. Trustee Czarnik made an inquiry regarding the location of the structure. The Mayor noted the petitioners were in attendance and thanked them for reinvesting in our community. I Motion to concur with the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals to direct the attorney to prepare an Ordinance granting a variation to the Zoning Ordinance to Willie Washer Manufacturing Corporation as approved by the Zoning Board of Appeals and noted above. MOVED: Trustee Franke SECONDED: Trustee Czarnik AYES: Voice Vote MOTION CARRIED The petitioners were advised they were free to obtain the necessary permits and begin working on the project. It would not be necessary for them to attend the formal approval of the ordinance. 18. REPORTS OF OTHER BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & COMMITTEES a. CABLE TV COMMITTEE - TRUSTEES PETRI/LISSNER Trustee Lissner announced the addition of C-Span 3 to the Comcast Cable line up would be delayed from the anticipated September date to October 16, 2007. 5 VBM 9-25-07 I i I In addition; a memorandum was received today explaining that Comcast had made several improvements to the cable system during the past year and as a result there would be a rate increase of 3.9% on the November billing statements. Mayor Johnson noted by next year at this time an AT&T cable service option would be available. b. HEALTH & COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD -TRUSTEE CZARNIK Farmer's Market - The last Farmer's Market of the season will take place on Wednesday; September 26, 2007 from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Master Gardener Program of the University of Illinois Extension Service will participate from 8:00 a.m. to Noon. For information and a description of the vendors, residents were instructed to go to the website NA,w�,.elkfzroveparks.org/farmersmarket.asp. Spirit Award—The Elk Grove Spirit Award Committee is always looking for nominations. Forms are available at the Village Hall, Library, Pavilion and Jarosch Bakery. Residents can watch the "Community Spirit Award" show after every Village Board and Park Board meeting to see the current award recipients: Sarah Moskol; Jessica Mueller; Pat Egan; and Maggie Chapadjiev. Meeting Schedule—The next meeting of the Board of Health and Community Services will be held on Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the lower level of the Charles J. Zettek Municipal Building. The Mayor and Trustee Czarnik discussed a $75,000 State Grant which is being made available to help fund advertising costs for the Farmer's Market. It was determined application for the State Grant would be pursued. C. LIQUOR COMMISSION - MAYOR JOHNSON No Report i d. SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE—MAYOR JOHNSON No report e. O'HARE UPDATE—MAYOR JOHNSON This report was discussed earlier. f. BIKE RACE UPDATE—MAYOR JOHNSON I Information on next year's race is forthcoming. I g. ADMINISTRATIVEIPUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX CONSTRUCTION— MAYOR JOHNSON I This report was discussed earlier in the meeting. h. AUTOMATED TRAFFIC LAW ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM MAYOR JOHNSON I I i I 6 VBM 9-25-07 i Amend Code - Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 3140 entitled. "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 6 OF CHAPTER 3, GENERAL TRAFFIC PROVISIONS OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION 6-3-11 AUTHORIZING AN AUTOMATED TRAFFIC LAW ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM (RED LIGHT CAMERAS)." MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Feichter AYES: Trustees Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik, Feichter NAYS: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED RedSpeed Illinois LLC Agreement- Motion to adopt Resolution No 50-07 entitled "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN REDSPEED ILLINOIS, LLC AND THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE FOR A TRAFFIC LAW ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM." MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Franke AYES: Trustees Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik, Feichter NAYS: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED IDOT - Motion to adopt Resolution 51-07 entitled "A RESOLUTION AGREEING TO INDEMNIFY THE STATE OF ILLINOIS FOR PHOTO ENFORCEMENT EQUIPMENT ATTACHED TO IDOT FACILITIES." MOVED: Trustee Feichter Trustee Czarnik AYES: Trustees Franke, Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik Feichter NAYS: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED I The Mayor thanked Michael Lebert, Sales Representative for RedSpeed Illinois LLC. It was noted the installation of the red light cameras at various intersections in the Village would monitor traffic violations and help make it safer for people using the streets in Elk Grove Village. 19. ORDINANCE, RESOLUTIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS—VILLAGE CLERK None 20. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Village Board -None i Village Attorney— Two Ordinances were prepared by the Village Attorney for an increase of the hotel/motel tax and to grant a fence variation at 872 Maple Lane and were adopted by the Board under tonight's Consent Agenda. 21. REPORT FROM THE VILLAGE MANAGER No report 22. NEW BUSINESS None 7 VBM 9-25-07 I AUDIENCE 8:09 p.m. No Response 23. ADJOURNMENT Motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:10 p.m. MOVED: Trustee Czarnik SECONDED: Trustee Franke AYES: Trustees Lissner, Petri, Prochno, Czarnik, Feichter, Franke NAYS: None ABSENT: None MOTION CARRIED Ann I. Walsh Village Clerk Mayor Craig B. Johnson Village of Elk Grove Village 0 The next Village Board meeting of the Mayor and Board of Trustees will be held on Tuesday October 9, 2007 at 7 :00 p.m. I f i M i i i 8 VBM 9-25-07 I