1989-11-06 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 7751
11/6/89
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
VILLAGE BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFAL6
GROVE, ILLINOIS HELD IN THE COUNCIL
CHAMBERS, VILLAGE HALL NOVEMBER 6, 1989
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President Clayton called the meeting to order at 7: 15 P.M. CALL TO ORDER
The floor was open for informal questions for the President INFORMAL QUESTIONS
and Board of Trustees. Trustee Marienthal and William
Balling, Village Manager were present. No residents were
present to ask questions. The Board recessed at 7:30 P.M.
President Clayton called the Regular Village Board Meeting CALL TO ORDER
to order at 7:32 P.M. Those present stood and pledged
allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call indicated the following present: President ROLL CALL
Clayton; Trustees Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin,
Mathias, O'Malley.
Also present were: William Balling, Village Manager;
William Raysa, Village Attorney; Lee Szymborski, Assistant
Village Manager; William Brimm, Finance Director; Raymond
Rigsby, Superintendent of Public Works; Robert Pfeil,
Village Planner; Fire Chief Allenspach; and Joseph
Tenerelli, Village Treasurer.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to approve the minutes of APPROVAL OF MINUTES
the October 16, 1989 Regular Meeting.
Mr. Raysa noted some additions to be made on pages 7747 and
7748 with regard to the Coty property, i.e. commenting on
the 24-hour operation, the amount of flood plain, and
several other comments.
President Clayton stated that the minutes would be deferred
until the next meeting in order to give the Clerk an
opportunity to further review the discussion as requested by
Mr. Raysa.
Mr. Tenerelli read Warrant #656. Moved by Marienthal, WARRANT # 656
seconded by Reid, to approve Warrant #656 in the amount of
$1,978,966.03, authorizing payment of bills listed. Upon
roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Mathias, Shifrin,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
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President Clayton noted that Certificates of Appreciation BLUE RIBBON
will be given to the following members of the Blue Ribbon COMMITTEE ON OLDER
Committee on Older Adults: Jack Spellman, Clarice Rech, ADULTS
Kevin Flood, Harvey Ungerleider, Phyllis Ungerleider,
Leonard Frumkin, Adam Moodhe and Patrick Shields.
Trustee Marienthal urged everyone to vote in tomorrow's ELECTION
election.
Trustee O'Malley stated that he had spoken to someone in BUFFALO CREEK
Lake Zurich with regard to raw sewage which is being
expelled into the Creek, and he believes that Buffalo Grove
has to monitor the water, and he believes we should try and
work with Lake Zurich to eliminate the problem. Mr. Balling
stated that staff is working on the situation.
The Village Clerk commented on Student Government Day which STUDENT GOVERNMENT
is to be held on Monday, November 13, 1989; the students in DAY
the audience then introduced themselves to the audience and
the Board.
Mr. Balling noted the death of Fire Captain Robert Krause, FIRE CAPTAIN
and stated that services will be held on Wednesday morning ROBERT KRAUSE
at 11:30 A.M. President Clayton called for a moment of
silence to remember Captain Krause and all that he has
contributed to the Village.
Mr. Balling reported that Paula Wagasky, the Assistant Golf LPGA AWARD
Professional, was named the LPGA Professional of the Year
for Teaching in the Midwest.
Mr. Balling introduced Bill Abel, Executive Director of the SOLID WASTE AGENCY
Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County, who gave a OF NORTHERN COOK
report to the Board with regard to the status of the COUNTY
transfer balefill facility that is being proposed.
Mr. Abel then gave his report, and distributed a "Post
Hearing Submission" dated October 18, 1989.
Mr. Abel stated that an encouraging note is that the area
served by the Solid Waste Agency is the state's leader with
regard to recycling; we are the second in the Midwest, and
in the top 10 in the country. Mr. Abel noted to the
students that Buffalo Grove has been one of the leaders
throughout the state and the country in bringing curbside
recycling to their residents.
Trustee Reid asked about recycling paper with regard to the
extent that communities in the Northwest Municipal
Conference are using recycled paper. Mr. Abel stated that
the use of recycled paper has been very encouraging, and the
Conference now purchases approximately 60% of their paper
requirements as recycled paper. Mr. Balling reported that
the Village's test use of the recycled paper has worked out
well.
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Trustee Reid suggested that there be a notation on this
paper that it is recycled paper to publicize the fact; he
believes it is the responsibility of the Village to set an
example showing that recycled materials are available and can
be used.
PUBLIC HEARING - VERNON TOWNSHIP PROPERTY
President Clayton called the Public Hearing to order at 8:03 P.M.
President Clayton read from the Notice of Public Hearing which was
published in the Daily Herald on October 21, 1989; she then noted the
Purpose of the Public Hearing.
President Clayton noted that William Peterson is present tonight, and
that he is not only the Vernon Township Supervisor, but also our State
Representative.
Mr. Peterson made a presentation to the Board with regard to the
property, details of which are contained in Mr. Pfeil's memo to Mr.
Balling of November 3, 1989; he referred to Exhibit C.
Trustee Shifrin stated that he believes this will be a tremendous
asset to the Village.
President Clayton asked if there were any agencies wishing to give
testimony; there were none.
In answer to a question from Trustee Glover, Mr. Peterson explained
the berm on Outlot 15D.
Mr. Balling read Paragraph 24. F. which is to be added to the
Annexation Agreement, with regard to a sanitary sewer easement; Mr.
Peterson stated that the Township is agreeable to this language.
Mr. Raysa noted that the purpose of the Public Hearing is to review
that certain Annexation Agreement entitled "Vernon Township Facility,
Main Street/Port Clinton Road, Prairie View Annexation Agreement",
draft dated 11/2/89.
Trustee Marienthal asked about the public address system, asking if
they ever foresee a need for same. Mr. Peterson stated that they do
not have any plans for a public address system, and the organizations
using the ball fields will not be permitted to use a public address
system. Trustee Marienthal asked if a hand-held amplifier would be
permitted. Mr. Raysa stated that portable amplifiers would not be
prohibited; the agreement addresses a permanent system.
President Clayton polled the Board: "YES" indicates favor of
including in the Annexation Agreement a prohibition against hand-held
amplifiers; "NO" indicates opposition:
YES: None
NO: Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias, O'Malley
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At 8: 18 P.M. , President Clayton continued the Public Hearing until
later on in the meeting.
President Clayton asked if there were any questions from the QUESTIONS FROM THE
audience; there were none. AUDIENCE
President Clayton explained the Consent Agenda, stating that CONSENT AGENDA
any member of the audience or the Board could request that
an item be removed for full discussion. It was requested
that Items XI. , E. , F. , and M. be removed from the Consent
Agenda.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to pass Ordinance ORDINANCE #89-77
#89-77, Amending Title 10 of the code to Designate No (Traffic Signs)
Parking on Indian Hill Drive between Plum Grove Circle and
Bernard Drive. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to pass Ordinance ORDINANCE #89-78
#89-78, Amending Title 10 of the Code Restricting Turning (Traffic Signs)
Movements at Busch Road and the Driveway of the Highland
Oaks Shopping Center. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as
follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to pass Ordinance ORDINANCE #89-79
#89-79, Amending Title 10 of the Code by Designating Do Not (Traffic Signs)
Block Intersection at the Intersection of Brandywyn Lane and
Busch Road. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to pass Ordinance ORDINANCE #89-80
#89-80, Allowing for the Recoupment of Advances for (Recoupment-
Construction on Prairie Road and Brandywyn Lane (Carlyle Carlyle)
Subdivision) . Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
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Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to pass Resolution RESOLUTION #89-52
#89-52, Approving Conveyance of the Buffalo Grove Sewage (Conveyance of
Treatment Plant Site to the Buffalo Grove Park District.Upon Property to Park
roll call, Trustees voted as follows: District)
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to pass Resolution RESOLUTION #89-53
#89-53, Supporting the National League of Cities' Fight Back (Fight Back Against
Against Drugs Week set aside for December 3-9, 1989. Upon Drugs)
roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to approve the COVINGTON CORP-
Certificate of Final Acceptance and Approval - Covington ORATE CENTER
Corporate Center Unit I. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as (Certificate of
follows: Final Acceptance)
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to approve the Plat CHERBOURG
of Resubdivision - Cherbourg Unit 2, No. 39. Upon roll (Plat of Resub-
call, Trustees voted as follows: division)
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to approve the Plat COVINGTON CORP-
of Third Resubdivision - Covington Corporate Center. Upon ORATE CENTER
roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
(Plat of Resub-
division)
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to approve the SCHOOL DISTRICT
Waiver of Water and Sewer Fees and to alter the right of way #102
and sidewalk, all in conjunction with Pritchett School (Waiver of Fees)
Addition/ S.D. 102. The Village Engineer recommends
approval. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
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AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to accept the CHERBOURG
Appearance Commission Approval: Cherbourg Townhomes, new (Aesthetics)
Maisons and Orleans models to replace the Bordeaux and
Fontaine models. The Appearance Commission recommends
approval. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to accept the CHEVY CHASE
Appearance Commission Approval: Chevy Chase Business Park BUSINESS PARK WEST
West - Buildings 3 and 4. (Aesthetics)
1. Architecture/Materials
2. Lighting/Landscaping
The Appearance Commission recommends approval. Upon roll
call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton re-opened the Public Hearing at 8:20 P.M. ORDINANCE #89-81
(Vernon Township)
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #89-81,
approving an Annexation Agreement - Vernon Township
Facilities, Port Clinton Road and Main Street.
Mr. Raysa pointed out some changes to be made:
. . . Mr. Raysa has to coordinate with the Village Engineer
with regard to the Plat of Annexation.
. . . Page 1. of the Agreement: the actual property size is
9.513.
. . . Page 1. of the Agreement: 11.022 should be inserted in
the blank.
. . . The last revision of the Preliminary Plan is 10/26/89.
. . . There are also minor and typographical changes to be
made.
Trustee Glover amended the motion to be subject to the
approval of the Village Attorney; Trustee Reid seconded the
amendment.
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Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #89-82, ORDINANCE #89-82
annexing the Vernon Township Facilities to the Village of (Vernon Township)
Buffalo Grove. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #89-83, ORDINANCE #89-83
amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance as it concerns (Vernon Township)
the Vernon Township Facilities. Upon roll call, Trustees
voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton welcomed Mr. Peterson and the Vernon
Township Facilities to the Village.
President Clayton explained the reason for the proposed ORDINANCE #89-84
ordinance. (Liquor Code)
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #89-84,
amending Chapter 5.20 of the Code to Authorize the Sale and
Comsumption of Alcoholic Beverages on Vernon Township
Property. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Trustee Mathias reviewed the proposed ordinance, details of ORDINANCE #89-85
which are contained in Mr. Hruby's memo to Mr. Balling of (Riverwalk Sign)
November 1, 1989.
Moved by Mathias, seconded by Glover, to pass Ordinance
#89-85, granting a variance from Section 14.20.070B of the
Sign Code for a Marketing Sign on Milwaukee Avenue for
Riverwalk. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
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Moved by Mathias, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance ORDINANCE #89-86
#89-86, granting a variance from Section 14.32.020.A of the (Political Signs)
Zoning Ordinance to allow the installation of two satellite
receiver antennas in the front of Toshiba America's
building, details of which are contained in Mr. Hruby's memo
to Mr. Balling of November 1, 1989.
There was discussion as to whether or not these antennas
could be mounted on the roof; it was determined that rooftop
mounting would provide better aesthetics, and it was
suggested that someone from the petitioners and/or the
Zoning Board be present to discuss this.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to defer the proposed
ordinance. Upon voice vote, the motion was unanimously
declared carried.
Trustee O'Malley reviewed the proposed ordinance; Mr. Raysa
clarified some of the language in the proposed ordinance,
which is detailed in his letter to Mr. Balling of October
17, 1989.
Moved by O'Malley, seconded by Glover, to pass Ordinance
#89-86, amending Title 14 of the Code as it concerns
Political Campaign Signs.
Trustee Glover stated that an article in the Herald led
people to believe that he voted against this ordinance; he
does support this ordinance, and he would like the Herald to
reflect that fact.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Reid, Shifrin, President Clayton
NAYES: 3 - Marienthal, Mathias, O'Malley
Motion declared carried.
Marc Schwartz, representing Joseph Freed and Associates, STRIKER LANES
introduced Mark Goldblatt and Brian Gordon of Joseph Freed PROPERTY
and Associates.
Mr. Goldblatt made a presentation to the Board, details of
which are contained in Mr. Pfeil's memo to Mr. Balling of
November 1, 1989.
Mr. Schwartz stated that they would be seeking a minor
variation from the B-3 parking requirements.
Trustee Glover asked about the storm water management. Mr.
Schwartz stated that it is his understanding that all of the
storm water will drain into the storm sewers.
Mr. Balling stated that he believes that the developer has
to create detention on the site in order to make it work,
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but that is something to be worked out at the Plan
Commission.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to refer the
redevelopment of Striker Lanes Property to the Plan
Commission. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Reid, to authorize the FIRE SERVICE
purchase of Fire Services Vehicles, as detailed in Mr. VEHICLE PURCHASE
Rigsby's memo to Mr. Balling, for a cost not to exceed
$26, 152.96. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Trustee Reid highlighted the financial report regarding BUFFALO GROVE
Buffalo Grove Days, details of which are contained in Mr. DAYS FINANCIAL
Brimm's memo to Mr. Balling of November 1, 1989, with the REPORT
bottom line being that the event compiled a surplus of funds
of $1,508.73.
President Clayton commended Buffalo Grove Days Chairman Al
Preusker, and also noted that she had received Mr.
Preusker's letter of resignation as Chairman.
Mr. Preusker thanked the Board for the opportunity to serve
in this capacity, and stated that he has enjoyed the work.
Mr. Brimm further reviewed his November 1, 1989 memo.
Trustee Marienthal thanked Mr. Preusker, Mr. Brimm and the
entire Committee for their work.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Glover, to accept the 1989
Financial Report on Buffalo Grove Days. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Stan Young of Peat, Marwick, Main reviewed the Village's FY1988-89
Audit Report and the Management Letter from Peat, Marwich, FINANCIAL REPORT
Main dated October 20, 1989; he also highlighted changes
from the previous year and answered questions from the
Board. Mr. Brimm's memo to Mr. Balling of November 1, 1989
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also details this report.
Trustee Marienthal complimented Mr. Brimm for a job will
done.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to accept the annual
financial report for the year ending April 30, 1989.
Mr. Young complimented the Village for the receipt of the
Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial
Reporting for the 7th straight year, which is awarded by the
Government Finance Officers Association. Mr. Young also
stated that they look forward to submitting a proposal and
restating their qualifications.
President Clayton thanked Mr. Brimm for an excellent report.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows on the motion:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover, to authorize VILLAGE HALL
bidding for carpeting for the upper level of the Village CARPETING
Hall, exclusive of the Village President's office, subject
to the Village Attorney's approval. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Trustee Mathias asked a question of the Village Attorney ORDINANCE #89-87
with regard to the proposed ordinance. (Raffles)
Moved by Mathias, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance
#89-87, amending Chapter 5.09 of the Code pertaining to
Raffles, details of which are contained in Mr. Balling's
memo to the Board of November 2, 1989. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Trustee Mathias explained why he asked that this item be ORDINANCE #89-88
removed form the Consent Agenda. (Public Passenger
Vehicles)
Mr. Raysa reviewed the history of the proposed ordinance.
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Moved by Mathias, seconded by Glover, to pass Ordinance
#89-88, amending Chapter 5.28 of the Code as it concerns
Regulation and Licensing of Public Passenger Vehicles,
details of which are contained in Mr. Brimm's memo to Mr.
Balling of October 27, 1989.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
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`J AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Trustee Mathias asked about the vote on this subject at the ODYSSEY FITNESS
Appearance Commission. Trustee O'Malley explained the CLUB/F&M SIGNAGE
discussion at the Appearance Commission, stating that a
great deal of time was spent on this, and all concerns were
addressed.
Moved by O'Malley, seconded by Reid, to accept the
Appearance Commission approval regarding The Plaza at
Buffalo Grove - Signage for F & M Distributors and Odyssey
{ Fitness Club. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, O'Malley
NAYES: 1 - Mathias
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to move to Executive EXECUTIVE MEETING
1 Meeting to discuss Land Acquisition. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Shifrin, Mathias,
O'Malley
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to adjourn the meeting. ADJOURNMENT
Upon voice vote, the motion was unanimously declared
carried. The meeting was adjourned to 9:24 P.M.
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Jane `�Sirabian, Village Clerk
APPROVED BY ME THIS -O &
AU DAY OF 01w t, , 1989.
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Vil age President