1988-06-27 - Village Board Special Meeting - Minutes 7415
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MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE VILLAGE
BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS
HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, VILLAGE HALL,
JUNE 27, 1988
President Clayton called the meeting to order at 7:35 P.M. CALL TO ORDER
Those present stood and pledged allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call indicated the following present: President ROLL CALL
Clayton, Trustees Marienthal, Glover, and Reid. Trustees
Shields, Shifrin and Mathias were absent, but Trustee
Mathias arrived at 7:39 P.M.
Also present were: Lee Szymborski, Acting Village Manager;
William Raysa, Village Attorney; and Robert Pfeil, Village
Planner.
Mr. Szymborski noted that, due to the extremely dry JULY 4th FIREWORKS
conditions at the Golf Course, a decision has been made to
cancel the July 4th Fireworks Display. Mr. Szymborski
stated that the sponsor of the fireworks, Hamilton Partners,
will extend their sponsorship to the fireworks display at
Buffalo Grove Days.
Lee Addleman of Waste Management made a comprehensive RECYCLING PROGRAM
presentation with regard to the Village recycling program
scheduled to begin on August 15, 1988. A movie was shown
explaining how the program will work.
Mr. Addleman explained how the program will work, and
answered many questions from the Board and the audience with
regard to the mechanics of the program; compliance with the
program; where the profits, when realized, will go; and many
other questions.
President Clayton thanked Mr. Addelman for his presentation,
and stated that community groups are encouraged to ask for
presentations before their groups.
Mary Derosia noted a concern for pedestrians crossing at QUESTIONS FROM THE
Route 83 and Arlington Heights Road, stating that it is a AUDIENCE
very dangerous intersection, suggesting that a "WALK" signal
might be helpful. President Clayton stated that staff will
look into it and report back to the Board.
Mark O'Rourke, 1 Strathmore Court, asked about the
responsibility for trees on the Village parkway. President
Clayton stated that staff will check into the situation and
report to Mr. O'Rourke and the Board.
Tom Brennan, 514 Estate Drive, commented on the fact that
jackhammers were operating to excavate sidewalks before
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7:00 A.M. on a Saturday morning. President Clayton stated
that staff will investigate and report back to Mr. Brennan.
Jody Burnstine inquired as to the construction activity at
Arlington Heights and Lake-Cook Road; President Clayton
stated that it is the second phase of the Metropolitan
Sanitary District project.
Larry Freedman, attorney for the developer, introduced the SIMS PROPERTY
subject; John Martin of JEN Land Design, made a presentation (Edward Schwartz& CO
to the Board, details of which are contained in Mr. Pfeil's
memo to Mr. Szymborski of June 16, 1988.
Trustee Glover stated that he is concerned about the land
Tannin in this he thinks we need less densitythan
planning area;
R-4 on this parcel, and he wants to see lots of 15,000
square feet minimum.
Trustee Marienthal stated that he shares Trustee Glover's
concerns; he also in concerned with the transportation
network; he does not believe that this is the proper zoning
category for this particular parcel, and he would not
consider it.
Trustee Reid stated that he believes the comments about the
transportation, etc. are well taken; he would suggest
looking at this as a transitional piece of property.
In answer to a question from Mr. Martin, Trustee Reid stated
that his personal preference for this property would be R-2
zoning; he wouldn't rule out R-3, but he would have to see a
plan.
Trustee Marienthal stated that he would prefer R-2, and he
would also prefer that the developer acquire the 3 acres
which is not included.
Trustee Mathias stated that he could go with R-2 or R-3, but
he would have to see it first; he doesn't think he can go
along with R-4.
Tim Beechick of Hamilton Partners made a presentation to the RIVERWALK II
Board with regard to Riverwalk-Phase Two, details of which (Hamilton Partners)
are contained in Mr. Pfeil's memo to Mr. Balling of June 23,
1988. Mr. Beechick also answered questions from the Board.
President Clayton polled the Board: "YES" indicates favor
of the developer pursuing an application for Phase II of
Riverwalk as presented this evening; "NO" indicates
opposition:
AYES: Marienthal, Glover, Reid, Mathias
NO: None
ABSENT: Shields, Shifrin
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Mr. Szymborski brought the Board up to date on the Cultural CULTURAL ARTS SURVEY
Arts Survey, as detailed in his memo to the Board of June
23, 1988.
Lengthy discussion took place with regard to the survey,
with the following points being raised; the timing of the
survey so as to get the largest cross—section of the
population possible; whether or not those surveyed would
actually attend functions; stressing the fact that this cost
will actually show up on Buffalo Grove property taxes; an
accurate figure for the cost of the proposed facility;
programming; whether those surveyed are homeowners or
renters. It was suggested that the members of the Blue
Ribbon Committee meet with the person formulating the survey
questions so that their input will be utilized.
President Clayton noted that this will be brought before the
Board at the next meeting, and she stated that she hoped
those people formulating the survey questions and doing the
survey will be in attendance.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to adjourn the meeting. ADJOURNMENT
Upon voice vote, the motion was unanimously declared
carried. The meeting was adjourned at 10: 15 P.M.
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Janet M.-)Sirabian, Village Clerk
APPROVED BY ME THIS 11i w DAY
OF �.A.M-(A , 1988
Village resident
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