2010-11-15 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 12439
11/15/2010
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF
BUFFALO GROVE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
50 RAUPP BOULEVARD,BUFFALO GROVE,ILLINOIS ON MONDAY,NOVEMBER 15,2010
CALL TO ORDER
President Hartstein called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M. Those present stood and pledged allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Roll call indicated the following were physically present: President Hartstein;Trustees Braiman,Berman,Trilling,
and Sussman. Trustees Glover and Stone were absent.
Also present were: Dane Bragg,Village Manager;William Raysa,Village Attorney;Ghida Neukirch,Deputy
Village Manager;Robert Giddens,MIS Director; Scott Anderson,Director of Finance; Katie Skibbe,Assistant
Director of Finance;Art Malinowski,Director of Human Resources;Greg Boysen,Director of Public Works;Rick
Kuhl, Superintendent of Public Works;Richard Kuenkler,Village Engineer;Robert Pfeil,Village Planner;and
Carol Berman,Deputy Building Commissioner-Administration;Brian Sheehan,Deputy Building Commissioner-
Operation;Fire Chef Vavra;Deputy Fire Chief Pearson;Deputy Fire Chief Ciecko;Police Chief Balinski;Deputy
Police Chief Dunne;Deputy Police Chief Wagner;Carmen Molinaro,Director of Golf Operation;and Joseph
Tenerelli,Village Treasurer.
WARRANT#1156
Mr.Tenerelli read Warrant#1156. Moved by Braiman,seconded by Trilling,to approve Warrant#1156 in the
amount of$1,933,850.90,authorizing payment of bills listed. Upon roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4—Braiman,Berman,Trilling,Sussman
NAYS: 0—None
ABSENT: 2—Glover, Stone
Motion declared carried.
VILLAGE PRESIDENT'S REPORT
President Hartstein commended the Indian Trails Library and the Buffalo Grove Park District for the tremendous
programs that were put on last week honoring Veteran's Day.
President Hartstein also commended a group of Buffalo Grove High School students who held a Dance-A-Thon
and raised over$6,000 to support our veterans.
President Hartstein thanked the Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band for the outstanding concert that they performed
last weekend.
President Hartstein urged all residents to attend the Interfaith Thanksgiving Service to be held on November 21,
2010 at Temple Chai.
President Hartstein also urged all residents who are able to donate at our upcoming Blood Drive to be held on
December 4,2010 at the Alcott Center.
President Hartstein thanked resident Mike Feldman for donating his time to video tape the IEPA Hearing recently
held in our Council Chambers. Anyone interested in reviewing the tape may contact the Village Manager's office.
President Hartstein noted that our State Legislators will be going back into session this week. One of the issues that
will hopefully be heard is the significance of pensions. Municipalities have no discretion on this issue,since it is the
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Legislature that makes those decisions. President Hartstein urged residents to contact our Legislators to act on the
,../ Public Safety Pension Reform.
TRUSTEE REPORTS
Trustee Berman stated that he recently had the opportunity to attend the Jefferson Awards for Public Service. This
is a special service group that awards people for their extraordinary efforts in the realm of public service and
philanthropy. Stevenson High School was honored at the event as the 2010 Chicago Regional Students in Action
Champions and represented the region at the national competition in recognition of their philanthropy and public
service.
VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT
Mr.Bragg reviewed the situation with the ongoing repairs to the Cambridge on the Lake Lift Station. Staff is at a
point where they have to proceed with repairs,and would like to go ahead and proceed under an emergency repair in
lieu of delaying the repairs until after the next Board Meeting. There were no objections from the Board to staff s
request.
QUESTIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Lisa Stone commented on the fact that the Village Board voted against taping the IEPA Public Hearing held in the
Council Chambers on November 9,2010,noting that the Better Government Association suggested that the hearing
be aired. Ms. Stone noted ways that she could be contacted in order to share this information.
Ken Haugsness, 505 Weidner Road,noted that the Trustees present at the gathering on November 2,2010 did in no
way condone the incident that took place regarding President Hartstein.
v Frank Sears, 50 Lake Boulevard,commented on an event that took place at a gathering on November 2,2010,
during which there was a parody of an elected official by President Hartstein,and stated that he believes that
President Hartstein should resign.
RESOLUTION#2010-40—ELLIOTT HARTSTEIN
Trustee Trilling read the proposed resolution.
Moved by Trilling, seconded by Berman,to pass Resolution#2010-40,reprimanding Village President Elliott
Hartstein—Code of Behavior and Conduct.
President Hartstein commented,and again apologized to Trustee Stone,to the Village Board,to the recall supporters
and to the community.
Trustee Trilling read a statement from Trustee Glover,noting that, although she could not be present tonight, she
fully supports the proposed resolution with regard to President Hartstein's inappropriate behavior.
Upon roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4—Braiman, Berman, Trilling, Sussman
NAYS: 0—None
ABSENT: 2—Glover, Stone
Motion declared carried.
FISCAL 2011 BUDGET PRESENTATION
Mr. Bragg presented opening comments and the budget structure for this evening,details of which are contained in
his Budget Letter to the Corporate Authorities of November 9,2010.
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Mr. Bragg sincerely thanked each and every department head for their efforts and support to present this budget
tonight.
In answer to a question from Trustee Braiman,Mr. Bragg reviewed the benefits to be gained from the voluntary
separation program that is proposed. Mr. Bragg also noted that our number of employees per capita is one of the
lowest in not only our area,but also throughout the State. Mr.Bragg then answered several other questions from the
Board.
Trustee Braiman noted that the budget document is available online,as well as the fact that this is a planning
document, and does not necessarily mean that these dollars will be spent.
Mrs.Neukirch presented the budget for the Office of the Village Manager,and presented a brief overview of each of
the departments contained in this budget. Mrs.Neukirch expanded on the concept of the Economic Development
Workplan. Discussion also ensued with regard to the publication possibilities for the Village newsletter.
Mr.Anderson reviewed the budget for the office of Finance&General Services. Discussion ensued with regard to
more utilization of online payments.
Mr.Malinowski presented the budget for the Human Resource Department,after which he answered questions from
the Board.
Chief Vavra reviewed the budget for the Buffalo Grove Fire Department. The Department was commended for the
excellent backup that was provided for review, as well as their management of funds.
Chief Balinski first thanked the Board for being responsive and financially attentive to the Police Department over
the years,and also thanked his staff for their dedication in compiling this budget. Chief Balinski then reviewed the
2011 budget for the Department,and also highlighted the accomplishments of the Department for 2010. The Chief
then answered questions from the Board,particularly the Department's initiatives regarding substance abuse.
v Trustee Braiman suggested that, in the future,each Department have a 5-10 minute presentation during Board
meetings highlighting the mechanics and programs of that Department.
Mrs.Berman and Mr. Sheehan summarized the budget for Building&Zoning,after which they answered questions
from the Board. The permitting process,the fence ordinance and tear-downs were topics of discussion.
Mr.Boysen presented the budget for Public Works and then answered questions from the Board.
Mr. Giddens reviewed the budget for Emergency Management Agencies,noting that the major projects for the year
will be the replacement of the mobile communications center and enhancements to the emergency operations center.
Most labor for this agency is provided by volunteers.
Mr.Anderson then reviewed the final budgets in the Corporate Fund.
Trustee Braiman confirmed the fact each and every item in the Capital Improvement Plan will be handled separately
and approved on its own.
Mr. Molinaro presented the budget for Golf Operations. Mr. Molinaro noted that the cell tower project was
completed,which will provide revenue sources for years to come. Marketing and rates were a part of the discussion.
Mr.Anderson reviewed the budget for the Water Fund.
At the conclusion of the Enterprise Fund,Mr. Anderson summarized the Special Revenue and Fiduciary Funds.
Trustee Braiman noted that the budget is available for viewing on line,and again pointed out that this is a planning
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President Hartstein noted that this is a work in progress and does not necessarily mean that all the dollars will be
spent. However,he applauds the entire staff for their hard work in presenting this budget,and also urged staff to
continually look at ways to reduce expenses. Buffalo Grove can be proud of what our staff has done in terms of
submission of this budget. It is an excellent example showing that government can reduce expenses and present a
balanced budget.
Mr. Bragg also thanked staff for their efforts in doing everything possible to reduce their expenses.
Trustee Trilling stated that this budget is$2.7M less than 2010,which is a 4.7%decrease,and he noted that the
Board is very appreciative of staff's efforts.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Braiman,seconded by Berman,to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice vote,the motion was unanimously
declared carried. The meeting was adjourned at 10:55 P.M.
4c i T l i , c t ccyy
Janet M. a ian Village Clerk
APPROVED BY ME THIS 6th DAY OF December ,2010
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Village President