1996-08-19 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 9941
8/19/96
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, AUGUST 19, 1996
CALL TO ORDER
President Mathias called the meeting to order at 7:34 P.M. Those present stood
and pledged allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Roll call indicated the following present: President Mathias; Trustees
Marienthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, and Glover. Trustee Hendricks arrived at 7:40
P.M.
Also present were: William Balling, Village Manager; William Raysa, Village
Attorney; Lee Szymborski, Assistant Village Manager; William Brimm, Finance
Director; Gregory Boysen, Director of Public Works; Ray Rigsby, Superintendent
of Public Works; Robert Pfeil, Village Planner; Police Chief McCann; and Joseph
Tenerelli, Village Treasurer.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by Reid, seconded by Braiman, to approve the minutes of August 5, 1996
Regular Meeting. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
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ABSENT: 1 -- Hendricks
Motion declared carried.
WARRANT #820
Mr. Tenerelli read Warrant #820. Moved by Rubin, seconded by Rubin, to approve
Warrant #820 in the amount of $2,037,006.85, authorizing payment of bills listed.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Hendricks
Motion declared carried.
COMMISSION FOR RESIDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
President Mathias appointed Ann Cameron Williams to the Commission for Residents
with Disabilities for a term to expire 4/30/97.
Moved by Braiman, seconded by Rubin, to concur with President Mathias'
appointment. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Mareinthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Hendricks
Motion declared carried.
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President Mathias recognized Ms. Williams and thanked her for her interest in
serving the community in this capacity.
PROCLAMATION - COMMUNITY PAINT-A-THON DAY
President Mathias read a Proclamation setting aside September 7, 1996 as
Community Paint-A-Thon Day, and encouraged all residents of the Village to become
involved in recognizing the volunteers and their community effort.
PROCLAMATION - "SCHOOL'S OPEN SAFETY WEEK"
President Mathias read a Proclamation declaring the week of August 25-31, 1996
as "School's Open Safety Week" in Buffalo Grove.
WISCONSIN CENTRAL
President Mathias reported on the Inaugural Run of the Metra North Central
Service which took place on Sunday, August 18, 1996, as well as on the first
actual commuter service which began this morning; he stated that this is a
wonderful addition to the Village, and thanked all involved in making it happen.
WATER TESTING
Mr. Balling explained the citation received from the Environmental Protection
Agency, and the steps that have been taken by the Village to ensure that the
water is safe; he emphasized that the water is safe, and that the Village has one
of the best water systems in the Chicago metropolitan region. There will be an
explanation of this situation on the next water billing cycle.
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
Mr. Balling reported on the meetings held with regard to the playground at the
Jewish Community Center; there is another meeting scheduled for this week, and
a report will be made to the Board in September.
MANAGEMENT REPORT
Mr. Balling noted the submission of the Management Report for the month of July,
1996; there were no questions on same.
OUESTIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Lou Eisenberg, 1213 Franklin Lane, asked that the Board consider a No Left Turn
restriction at Fremont and Arlington Heights Road; he submitted a report to the
Village Clerk which will be distributed to the Village Board. Staff will
investigate and report back to the Board, including a report from the Police
Department.
Rob Sherman commented that the Village did the right thing in getting the train
station completed in time for opening service, and thanked the Board for getting
the job done well.
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Trustee Hendricks arrived at this time.
CONSENT AGENDA
President Mathias explained the Consent Agenda, stating that any member of the
audience or the Board could request that an item be removed for full discussion;
he then read a brief synopsis of each of the items on the Consent Agenda; there
were no such requests, but Mr. Raysa noted that Item XI. D. is subject to final
approval by the Village Attorney.
ORDINANCE #96-58 - Liquor Controls
Moved by Braiman, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #96-58, Amending Chapter
5.20, Liquor Controls Ordinance providing a Class B Liquor License for Peryam &
Kroll Research Corporation, 728 S. Buffalo Grove Road. Upon roll call, Trustees
voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Hendricks, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
ORDINANCE #96-59 - Recoupment
Moved by Braiman, seconded by Reid, to Acknowledge Fulfillment of Certain
Obligations under Ordinance No. 87-69, an Ordinance Providing for the Recoupment
of Advances for Construction of Watermains. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as
follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Hendricks, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
ORDINANCE #96-60 - Recoupment
Moved by Braiman, seconded by Reid, to Acknowledge Fulfillment of Certain
Obligations under Ordinance No.85-7, an Ordinance Providing for the Recoupment
of Advances for Construction of a Sanitary Sewer on Fabish Dr.between Highland
Point Unit 7 and Busch Rd. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Hendricks, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
ABBOTT BUSINESS CENTER ASSOCIATION
Moved by Braiman, seconded by Reid, to Approve the Second Amendment to the
Abbott Business Center Association Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and
Restrictions. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
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AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Hendricks, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
FLEET REPLACEMENTS - Authorize to Bich
Moved by Braiman, seconded by Reid, to Authorize to Bid - Fleet Replacements.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Hendricks, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
JEWISH COUNCIL FOR YOUTH SERVICES
Moved by Braiman, seconded by Reid, to Approve a 2-year Extension for a Final
Plat - Jewish Council for Youth Services. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as
follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Hendricks, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
ORDINANCE #96-61 - Elected Official Compensation
Mr. Balling reviewed the proposed ordinance, details of which are contained in
Mr. Raysa's letter to Mr. Szymborski of August 12, 1996.
Moved by Rubin, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #96-61, amending Chapter
2.04 of the Municipal Code concerning compensation for elected officials.
Trustee Marienthal stated that he cannot vote in favor of this change in
compensation; he thinks the percentages of increase are inappropriate.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Hendricks, Glover
NAYS: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
LIOUOR CONTROLS ORDINANCE
President Mathias reported that he has talked to Chief McCann regarding the
proposed ordinance, and he would like an opportunity to give his report to the
Board on the subject; Chief McCann would also like the opportunity to check
with other Villages with similar situations.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Rubin, to defer action on the proposed ordinance
until Chief McCann and the Board have had the opportunity to further review
same. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
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AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Rubin, Braiman, Hendricks, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
POLICE REPLACEMENT VEHICLES
Moved by Braiman, seconded by Rubin, to authorize bid waiver and purchase of
three replacement vehicles for the Police Department Criminal Investigation
Unit, details of which are contained in Chief McCann's memo to Mr. Balling of
July 30, 1996. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Rubin,Braiman, Hendricks, Glover
NAYS: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
THE CORPORATE GROVE - LOTS 1-7
Mr. Balling reviewed the request of the developer.
Don Mays, attorney representing the developer, made a presentation to the
Board, details of which are contained in Mr. Pfeil's memo to Mr. Balling of
August 15, 1996; he referred to a site location map, and reviewed each of the
proposals.
Ken Gorman, representing the project being sponsored by Highland Park
Hospital, further explained their project; he referred to a site plan showing
a two-story facility to provide outpatient services such as rehabilitation and
wellness programs.
Todd Turner referred to a sample photo of the Extended Stay Hotel and
discussed similar projects in other locations.
Trustee Marienthal stated that he did not like the architecture of the
facility, and stated that he would prefer to see a two-story building.
Trustee Braiman stated that he would like to see a better design of the
building. In answer to a question from Trustee Braiman, Mr. Turner explained
the target user of the facility.
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Trustee Reid stated that he is glad that the developer is bringing back an
improved design, but he hopes that they keep the interior walkway.
In answer to a question from Trustee Hendricks, Mr. May stated that the
developer is making the presentation because all three of the properties are
now under one ownership; they will ultimately become separate entities.
Trustee Glover stated that the extended stay concept does meet a need in the
area, but she does expect to see a much more attractive design, especially
since that is at an entrance to the Village on Milwaukee Avenue.
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Trustee Rubin does not like the appearance; he agrees that the use is needed
in the Village; he is concerned about the health center use, particularly
since that is one of the targeted uses that the Park District planned for
Busch Grove; he is leery about something called "compatible use" without more
specifics.
Trustee Braiman suggested switching the lots so that the health care would be
on Milwaukee Avenue; he would like to see the Park District in on the
discussions with regard to the fitness center.
Moved by Braiman, seconded by Hendricks, to refer the Highland Park Hospital
Fitness Center/Buffalo Grove Corporate Grove to the Plan Commission for
review.
Trustee Reid stated that, with regard to the shared driveway, this seems to be
a lot of use for a single driveway; he has reservations and would like this to
be examined by the Plan Commission.
Trustee Rubin stated that he has too many reservations to consider referring
this to the Plan Commission.
Trustee Marienthal stated that he has major concerns with reference to the
height and the parking lots; there is the appearance of a mass of asphalt and
concrete.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 3 - Reid, Braiman, Hendricks
NAYS: 4 - Marienthal, Rubin, Glover, President Mathias*
Motion defeated.
*President Mathias stated that he would like to see more specific plans,
especially for the extended stay facility; he believes there are too many
questions which need to be answered; he also stated that, if the Park District
does have any plans, he would like to see them before voting on this project.
Matt Hamlin, Vice President of Highland Park Hospital, stated that this
project is very important to Highland Park Hospital; they had discussions with
the Park District, and he understood their plans to be quite far in the
future.
President Mathias stated that he is not stating that he will not support this
project; there are many questions which need to be answered; there is a great
need in the community for this type of project; he could support referring
part of the plan, but since it is a package, he has to vote negatively.
It was determined that there are still too many unanswered questions, and that
it was a mistake not to go through the pre-application process.
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ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Braiman, seconded by Reid, to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice vote,
the motion was unanimously declared carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:42 P.M.
Janet M. rabia Vi age Clerk
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APPROVED BY ME THIS DAY OF , 1996.
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