1988-02-22 - Village Board Special Meeting - Minutes 7311
2/22/88
MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
VILLAGE BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF
BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS, HELD IN THE
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, VILLAGE HALL,
FEBRUARY 22, 1988
Trustee Gary Glover called the meeting to order at CALL TO ORDER
7: 30 P.M. Those present stood and pledged allegiance to
the Flag.
Roll Call indicated the following present: Trustees ROLL CALL
Marienthal, Glover, Shields and Kowalski. Trustee
Shifrin arrived at 8:30 P.M. .
Also present were: William Balling, Village Manager;
William Raysa, Village Attorney; Lee Szymborski,
Assistant Village Manager; William Brimm, Finance
Director; Robert Pfeil, Village Planner; Brian Rubin,
Village Treasurer; Greg Boysen, Director of Public Works;
Richard Kuenkler, Village Engineer; Steve Goldspiel and
Dusty Rhodes, Plan Commissioners.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields to appoint Trustee TEMPORARY CHAIRMAN
Marienthal Temporary Chairman. Upon roll call, Trustees
voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Marienthal, Glover, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to appoint William ACTING DEPUTY CLERK
Brimm Acting Deputy Village Clerk. Upon Roll Call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Marienthal, Glover, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Trustee Marienthal appointed Shirley Bates, Recording
Secretary for this meeting.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Kowalski, to approve the APPROVAL OF MINUTES
minutes of the February 1, 1988 regular meeting. Upon
roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 3 - Marienthal, Glover, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSTAIN: 1 - Shields
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
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Mr. Rubin read Warrant #615. Moved by; Glover, seconded by WARRANT # 615
Shields, to approve Warrant #615 in the amount of
$1,723,781.26, authorizing payment of bills listed. Upon
roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Kowalski, Marienthal, Shields
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Trustee Marienthal read the Memo dated February 16, 1988 BUFFALO GROVE
listing the names of those to be appointed to serve on the DAYS COMMITTEE
Buffalo Grove Days Committee. Staff liaisons will be:
William Brimm, Lee Szymborski, Trustee Gary Glover and Sgt.
Les Aradi.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, at approve
appointments of the members of the Buffalo Grove Days
Committee. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Kowalski, Marienthal, Shields
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Balling noted the submittal of the Management Report for VILLAGE MANAGER'S
January 1988. There being no questions, the report was REPORT
accepted as submitted.
Mr. Balling reported on the drainage project on University UNIVERSITY DRIVE
Drive. The two property owners affected have been asked to
participate in the cost. They were given the opportunity to
select a payment plan over a 1 to 3 year period. Agreements
have been received: one property owner wishes to pay off in
one year; and the other will make payments for three years.
Financial and guarantee documents will be drawn up. Work is
being scheduled to begin this Spring, 1988, pursuant to the
Board's decision.
Mr. Bill Abolt, NWMC made a presentation of the Solid Waste SOLID WASTE
Agency of Cook County. Zoning approval has been granted.
Initial financial commitments are required by March 15, 1988
so that efforts may proceed. Communities may withdraw at
any time. Penalties and conditions will be imposed upon
communities not joining before April 15, 1988. Mr.
Balling's memo, dated February 17, 1988 recommends
participation in the initial financial commitment and the
formation of the Inter-governmental Agency. Issues to be
resolved include servicing costs, limitations and conditions
for use of the balefill. Mr. Balling added that Buffalo
Grove's initial cost for engineering services will be
between $19,000 and $26,000. Major guarantees for interim
financing would range between $155,000 and $207,000 for
Buffalo Grove. Participation would guarantee solid waste
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capacity for the future. The Village Board should make the
final decision before March 15, 1988 to avoid penalties and
interest. In April, all participating communities will
meet. So far, 11 out of 13 villages have passed resolutions
or are considering participation in the NWMC Solid Waste
Project.
Trustees Marienthal and Glover recommended discussion of
this project at the meeting scheduled for March 7, 1988 when
more members may be present.
PUBLIC HEARING - WILLOW STREAM PARK EXPANSION, SEIFERT WEST
Trustee Marienthal read the Public Hearing Notice, published
in the Buffalo Grove Herald on February 6, 1988. Trustee
Marienthal convened the Public Hearing at 8: 10 P.M. and
called a recess until 8:45 P.M. when Mr. Rylko is expected
to arrive. There were no questions from the audience.
Trustee Marienthal explained the Consent Agenda, stating any CONSENT AGENDA
member of the audience or the Board could request that an
item be removed for full discussion after all Agenda items
have been considered.
Mr. Balling asked that Item XI J be removed.
Trustee Marienthal asked that Item XI P be removed.
Mr. Raysa noted the following corrections:
Item B. - Stop Signs, Section 1: insert "BG" 11-1204 (b)
Section 2: delete repeated line (#2)
Weight Restrictions, Section 1: s/b "Title 10," BG 15
Turning Restrictions, Section 1: s/b "Title 10" BG 11
Item K - Question - Is the easement in? Mr. Balling
responded, "YES"
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to pass Ordinance ORDINANCE #88-18
#88-18, consenting to the merger of American Cable-systems Cablesystems
Corp. with Continental Acquisition Co. , Inc. The American merger
Regional Cable Group recommends approval. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to pass Ordinance ORDINANCE #88-19
#88-19, amending Title 10 of the Village Code concerning the
addition of stop signs at Armstrong and Lexington Drives and Stop signs-Arm-
clarifying a street name change (Deerfield Parkway to Busch
strong & Lexington
Parkway) . Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
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Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to approve Ordinance ORDINANCE #88-20
#88-20, amending Title 10 of the Village Code regarding Amend Title 10
weight restrictions for Armstrong Drive between Lexington
Drive and Weiland Road. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as
follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to approve Ordinance ORDINANCE #88-21
#88-21, amending Title 10 of the Village Code concerning Amend Title 10
turning restrictions at the intersection of Lexington and
Armstrong Drives. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as
follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to approve Resolution RESOLUTION #88-7
#88-7, for improvement by; municipality under the Illinois Authorizing bid
Highway Code and authorization to bid the Street Maintenance for street
Program for Thompson Boulevard and Brandywyn Lane. Said maintenance
Resolution allocated MFT funds to cover the Village's share
of the project. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to approve a CORPORATE GROVE
Declaration of Abrogation of a Drainage Easement - Corporate Declaration of
Grove. The Village Engineer recommends approval. Upon roll Abrogation
call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to approve the Final WOODLANDS AT FIORE '
Plat of Subdivision for the Woodlands at Fiore Units 10 and Final Plat of
13 along with attending conditions. The Village Engineer Subdivision
recommends approval. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as
follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
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Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to approve the changes B.G. TOWN CENTER
to Town Center Development Improvement Agreement. The
Village Engineer recommends approval. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to approve the ARBORETUM GOLF
authorization to bid of the Arboretum Golf Course Parking COURSE
Lot Improvement. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows: Authorize bid
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to approve the IL BELL EASEMENT
Illinois Bell Easement - Buffalo Grove Golf Course and
Prairie Park. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to approve the Zoning B.G. BUSINESS PARK
Board of Appeals Approval: Dow Corning Corporation, 1120 Zoning variance
Lake-Cook Road - Variances to Sections 14.20.020 and
14.20.070 of the Sign Code. The ZBA recommends approval.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to approve the BARRY'S RIBS
illumination of ground sign at Barry's Ribs, Dundee Road. Aesthetic element
The Appearance Commission recommends approval of the
aesthetic element. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as
follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
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Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields to accept the B.G. BUSINESS PARK
Appearance Commission recommendation for Buffalo Grove Aesthetic element
Business Park, Phase 8 - four story building:
architecture/materials, lighting/landscaping. The
Appearance Commission recommends approval of these aesthetic
elements. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields to accept the B.G. BUSINESS PARK
Appearance Commission recommendation for Zierk's Furniture Aesthetic element
Store, Buffalo Grove Business Park - change of parking lot
light locations. The Appearance Commission recommends
approval of this aesthetic element. Upon roll call, Trustees
voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields to accept the WOODLANDS AT FIORE
Appearance Commission recommendation for Woodland Commons - Aesthetic element
temporary ground sign. The Appearance Commission recommends
approval of this aesthetic element. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields to accept the AMLI 50
Appearance Commission recommendation for Amli-50 Property, Aesthetic element
Route 22 and Buffalo Grove Road extended - sales trailer and
parking lot.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
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Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields to accept the COVINGTON CORP.
Appearance Commission recommendation for Colfax Envelope Colfax Envelope
Co. , Lot 49 of the Covington Corporate Center - temporary
ground sign. The Appearance Commission recommends approval
of this aesthetic element. Upon roll call, Trustees voted
as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields to accept the VILLAS OF OAK
Appearance Commission recommendation for Villas of Oak Creek CREEK
Buffalo Grove Road and Old Oak Drive - ground sign change. Aesthetic element
The Appearance Commission recommends approval of this
aesthetic element. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as
follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowlaski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields to accept the VILLAS OF BUFFALO
Appearance Commission recommendation for 1525 Brandywyn - CREEK
new elevation. The Appearance Commission recommends 1525 Brandywyn
approval of this aesthetic element. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowlaski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields to accept the RANCH MART
Appearance Commission recommendation for the Ranch Mart Aesthetic element
addition and remodeling, Dundee and Buffalo Grove Roads
architecture/materials, lighting/landscaping. Upon roll
call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
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Mr. Bruce Ream, Vice President of O'Donnell, Wicklund, RESOLUTION # 88-6
Pigozzi and Peterson, Architects, Inc. , read his letter Municipal Campus
dated February 16, 1988 summarizing bids ranging from
$4,978,000 to $5,777,000 with completion dates ranging from
365 days to 700 days. He recommended acceptance of the
lowest bid from Camosy/Jenkins and Boller, Inc. , with
alternates C and E, for a total contract price of
$4,985,540 and 365 day construction period, commencing on
March 1, 1988.
Trustee Glover asked what the contract estimates were?
"$5, 196,064" If the project is not completed in the 365
days, what assurance is given? "There is a liquidated
damages clause, with a penalty of $100 per day."
Clarification - Price List, Item 4 - Bike Path should be
"square feet" - $1.65
Mr. Balling noted: Article 7 - One reference is to be
reinserted and initialed. Also, three (3) inter-agency
permits are pending, and should be issued within a time
frame of March 18, 1988 and April 1, 1988. Commitment has
been received from Michael Rankin, dated February 22, 1988.
There will not be a delay. With these modifications, the
document is ready for consideration at this time.
Moved by Shields and seconded by Glover, to approve
Resolution #88-6. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as
follows:
AYES: 4 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Reid, Shifrin
Motion declared carried.
Representatives: David Rosenthal, Managing Partner of ORDINANCE #88-17
Heritage Partners, Contract Purchaser of the Ranch Mart The Plaza
Shopping Center; and Stuart Kollman, Wexler/Kollman, Design (Ranch Mart)
Architects.
The Plan Commission recommendation is dated February 18,
1988. An overview of the project was given. Approximately
40,000 sq. ft. of retail space will be added to the 85,000
sq. ft. of existing retail/office space. The new access
road at the North end of Buffalo Grove Road will be across
from The Grove Shopping Center. Landscaping will be added.
The entire existing building will be rehabilitated,
including a new roof, a metal canopy and awnings all the way
around. Large plexi-glass units on the roof will bring
light into the project and will draw traffic from the road.
Signage is being reviewed and will be submitted at a later
date. A new plan was submitted, dated 2/22/88, which recap-
tures all the Plan Commission recommendations, listed on the
February 3, 1988 summary, including the stop sign and
concrete walkway to the condos in the rear. In addition,
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the PUD Ordinance will require the owner to minimize
disruptions to the existing businesses. Special conditions
will also include a sidewalk bike path. The Traffic
Consultant's report has been filed.
Trustee Shifrin arrived at 8:30 p.m.
Moved by Glover, and seconded by Shields, to approve
Ordinance ##88-17.
Mr. Raysa commented that with regard to the PUD Ordinance,
Village Board is not approving any signs, or location of
signs as shown on the preliminary plans. He recommends that
Paragraph 13, on page 7 of Ordinance #88-17 be deleted.
Typo, paragraph 12 - line 1: "Appearance". Change the
dates of all preliminary plans to February 22, 1988. Label
the Legal Description on last page. Upon roll call, the
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Reid
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Balling recommended approval, per Memo dated February B.G. GOLF CLUB
10, 1988. Award of Bid
Moved by Shields, seconded by Glover, approval of contracts
to Chicago Turf and Irrigation, of Itasca as lowest bidder;
and Nadler Golf Car Sales, Inc. of Aurora, totaling $25,209.
After voice vote, the Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Reid
Motion declared carried.
Lexington Homes was represented by Mr. Lawrence Freedman, ARCHDIOCESE PROP.
Attorney; Mr. John Nelson, Jen Land Design, Architect; Ron
Benach; and Richard Piggott. Reference: Plan Commission
Referral, dated February 17, 1988.
Mr. Nelson reviewed the proposed development of single
family homes on 7,200 sq. ft. lots, which will meet the
zoning requirements of R-5, or R-5A districts; and smaller
lots to the North which will meet the R-6A zoning require-
ments. Lots are 68 to 70 feet wide. After meeting with
adjacent homeowners, the park and commercial areas were
moved from the Southeast area to the Southwest corner of the
property.
Trustee Glover expressed concern about the size of the
proposed houses compared to the size of the lots; and he
suggested minimum size lots be the R-4 zoning district. The
Levitt area was cited as an example of smaller lots which
are crowded.
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Mr. Freedman said he can demonstrate how they can fit the
product on this size lots. Mr. Benach added that they could
put smaller houses on the lots, but the yield on the
property must be considered. The configuration of the
property was difficult to work with. They feel the lot size
is adequate and the proposed houses will fit. The Board has
specified single family houses, with less commercial, and
they have met these conditions.
Trustee Glover agreed this plan is more realistic than
others presented. Two concerns: 1) Park District portion
does not meet required acreage. 2) Would prefer to have the
commercial areas adjoining.
Mr. Freedman repeated the homeowners did not want the
commercial and park areas between residential areas. It was
acceptable to the West.
Trustee Shields also preferred the commercial areas to be
adjoining.
Trustee Marienthal would not consider R-5A zoning because it
was only meant for existing properties, and has never again
been approved by the Board. It would not be easy for people
to increase living space if the proposed houses were
situated on lots zoned R-5, without encroaching on
neighbor's property. He would prefer the lot sizes in the
R-4 zones. Except for the economical standpoint, the 2
acres of commercial area could be eliminated altogether.
There could be more park area to the North.
Mr. Benach would have preferred to keep the entire Southern
property all commercial, because it is more compatible with
Dundee Road. He could develop the whole parcel 4 or 5 ways
better, but they have presented a simple plan for the long
narrow piece of land, and they believe it is in keeping with
the surrounding areas. It is functional, but not beautiful.
He cannot make the land work with smaller lots and will not
submit any other plans.
Trustee Kowalski did not object to the larger houses,
because most people would prefer to have more living space,
and less land. Her concern was that the park areas fall
short of the requirements. She would not object to R-4
zoning, but she recognizes the economic needs.
Mr. Michael O'Malley represented the homeowners and he
recalled that during the four public hearings, Lexington has
reduced the commercial area from 15 acres down to less than
two acres. The economic argument is not valid. It is the
consensus of most of the residents to prefer the commercial
and park areas to the Southwest, adjacent to the
multi-family buildings. Traffic would be diminished more
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than if commercial areas were together. The detention area,
if located next to Chatham, would reduce the water problems
that exist. The homeowners feel they can live with the
revised plan. They are satisfied with the larger homes, and
feel people will purchase them.
Mr. Ed Jakacki said that from a safety standpoint, the
revised plan is better. The road next to the park provides
people with access and a place to park their cars, so that
they will not trespass through yards. Also, it is better
aesthetically for people to look out their front doors and
see a park, as opposed to having the park to the rear of the
houses. The Board must address the economic factor of the
commercial area being reduced to 1.9 acres.
No motion was made to refer the proposal to the Plan
Commission. Trustee Marienthal declared a recess at
9:20 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:30 p.m.
The Public Hearing was reopened for the Park District pre-
sentation.
Mr. Mike Rylko, Director of the Park District, introduced WILLOW STREAM
Mr. Richard Capshire, Architect; Mrs. K. Larson, President OD- NANCE #8&-14
of the Park Board and Mr. Bob Neeley, Park Board
Commissioner.
Mr. Rylko requested approval of the annexation of the park,
which is zoned R-4, Special Use; and preliminary plan
approval, and final plat approval. He described the
surrounding areas and the park site itself.
Phase I improvements were outlined in the memo dated October
23, 1987. The site will include three to four soccer
fields; one will also be used for football, 2 baseball
fields, 2 picnic shelters, volleyball courts, 1 mile bike
path/jogging path, washroom facilities, tot lot, and 18 hole
Frisbee golf course.
An irrigation system, similar to the golf course, is
planned. Dasher boards for ice hocky have been proposed,
and will be considered. Lighting will be provided for the
parking lots, bike path and baseball fields.
The time frame for completion of Phase I is June 15, 1988.
Phase II is to be started in June , 1988, with completion by
the Fall of 1988, when the landscaping can be installed.
The goal is to be ready for use by the Spring of 1989.
Phase II improvements include ball diamond fencing, pavement
of parking lots, basketball and volleyball courts, older
children's play area, more tables and grills for
picnicking, main shelter with concession stand, storage
room, additional security lighting, soccer and football
goalposts, park benches, landscaping and disc golf. Some
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of the property is still owned by the Village.
Trustees Glover said the plan was outstanding, and asked
about the irrigation. Will there be erosion protection?
Mr. Capshire responded that there will be a controlled will
system that will automatically replenish the daily water
supply. The well will be located South of the pump house,
and water will be discharged from the wet well and
transported below the surface back to the Farrington Ditch
Pond.
Mr. Kuenkler confirmed that water will be discharged back
into the same pipe that acts as a suction for the irrigation
system, and will pump the water back into the pond.
Mr.Rylko responded to Trustee Kowalski's question about
using soccer fields for baseball, that the fields could be
regraded, if necessary.
Trustee Marienthal closed the Public Hearing at 9:40 p.m.
Moved by Shifrin, seconded by Glover, to approve Ordinance
#88-14, approving Willow Stream Park Expansion Annexation
Agreement. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
Mr. Raysa corrected the Annexation Agreement as follows:
Page 3, paragraph 4, second line from the bottom: strike
"in". Page 5, paragraph 8, regarding Building Permit Fees:
"Weren't all building permit fees to be waived?"
Mr. Balling clarified his intent that all current fees shall
be waived, but that if any new fees arise, i.e. , flood
control fee, they should be equally applied. The section
refers to future fees.
Page 9, paragraph 19 should read: . . .binding upon "all
Properties" and the parties hereto. . .
Page 10, Copy to: (add) John Sullivan, Park District
Attorney
Trustees Shifrin and Glover agreed to incorporate Mr.
Raysa's comments into the motion.
AYES: 5 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Reid
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Raysa had no comments. Moved by Shields, seconded by ORDINANCE # 88-15
Glover to pass Ordinance #88-15, Annexing Willow Stream Park Willow Stream
Expansion to the Village of Buffalo Grove. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
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AYES: 5 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Reid
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Raysa had no comments, except that the Village Clerk ORDINANCE #88-16
should fill in the blanks. Moved by Shifrin, seconded by Willow Stream
Glover to Amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance by
classifying the Willow Stream Park Expansion into the R-4
(One Family Dwelling) - Special Use District. Upon roll
call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Reid
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Marc Schwartz, of Batler, Capitel and Schwartz; Mr. Stan B.G. TOWN CENTER
Lieberman and Mr. Dan Epstein, Developers; and Mr. Len
Skiba, Braun/Skiba, Architect.
Mr. Schwartz recalled that when the plan was submitted to
the Board on February 1, 1988, some concerns were expressed.
They submitted a revised plan and requested referal to the
Plan Commission, per the memo dated February 17, 1988.
Mr. Skiba described the revised concept plan, dated
February 16, 1988. The Board's concerns included density,
the roadways, building setbacks, and the curb cut from
Buffalo Grove Road.
The number of townhomes has been reduced from 80 to 72, and
the number of multi-family units has been increased from 72
to 100, with 225 units for the elderly. The plan proposes
the same total of 397 units.
The configuration of the round pond has been changed to an
elongated Vista-basin; and this will make the site easier to
work with because of the set back requirements, etc.
The four story multi buildings have been used as a buffer
between the office and townhouse developments to complete
the axis that is being established.
The formal townhouses will be kept around the pond, and the
outer areas will have more of a traditional step-back
townhouse feeling.
The circulation system remains basically the same, with a
tree lined boulevard which will separate the townhouse
units.
Visitor parking has been established on a ratio of one car
per 2 units. No drop-off driveway has been contemplated for
the multi-family building. Interior parking, about 1 space
per unit, will be provided; and including visitor parking,
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the ratio is about 1.7 per unit which meets the minimum
ordinance requirement.
Mr. Schwartz said setback variations are not anticipated at
this time.
Phase I will be the area West of the Vista-basin; Phase II
to the East. The townhouse model should be started some
time in the Fall of 1988. Elevations are not yet available.
Trustee Marienthal expressed the feelings of the Board, that
this plan is superior to the previous plans, and is more in
keeping with the Town Center concept.
Mr. Raysa asked about ownership and maintenance of the
project.
Mr. Leiberman responded that the multi-family and the
townhomes will be private ownership. A homeowner's
association will maintain the basin. They envision an
umbrella association which will include the condos and
townhomes, but this is subject to change. Some of the
streets will be dedicated, some private, depending on the
TIF funding.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to refer Town Place,
as submitted February 16, 1988, to the Plan Commission.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Reid
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Marc Schwartz, Batler, Capitel and Schwartz; Mr. Steve RANCH MART
Morris, Developer; and Mr. Fred Kaplan, Architect with Auto Mart
Kaplan Mangurten made the presentation.
Mr. Morris reviewed the concept of an Auto Mart. The basic
idea is to provide a complete development for the servicing
of cars in one place.
Mr. Kaplan said the design is in keeping with a retail
development and they will cooperate with the developer of
The Plaza (Ranch Mart) to coordinate the materials. The
front of the existing building will be removed and the
facade facing Dundee Road will be given a retail store front
look.
Access doors for servicing of the cars will be located on
the West side of the building. A second building will be
constructed to the West and this will open up an alleyway
where cars will be taken inside.
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Mr. Schwartz listed the type of automotive businesses that
will be operated: muffler shop, brake shop, detail shop
(hand wash) , auto phones and radios, etc. Cars will be
parked, and taken into the building for service. The
existing signage is non-conforming. New signage will be in
conformance with the code. The driveway will not be
changed. No other curb cuts will be requested. This use of
the site will reduce the hours from 9 to 9, or 9 to 6. The
bowling alley and restaurant are open later.
Elevations will not be prepared until the developer has been
given some favorable action from the Board. It was noted
that this concept is unique and will be an asset to the
community. With the changing of Ranch Mart, the corner can
be made to be a powerful entrance into Buffalo Grove. Most
of the businesses will be nationally known franchised
operations and will be high quality. These businesses lend
advertising which is very important to this type of
operation. They expect to open about 6-7 enterprises, with
approximately 30 service doors.
Mr. Schwartz spoke about the zoning. The area is now B-3,
but the uses will all fit into the B-2 classifications,
light repair, etc. The Board can limit the B-3 uses or,
preferable, vary the zoning to B-2.
Mr. Morris said he is opening his first auto mart in Tinley
Park soon.
Trustee Glover is not comfortable with the proposed uses,
and feels that the restaurant and bowling alley, while not
in good repair, are better for pedestrian uses. This type
of business is hard to get started.
Mr. Rosenthal, from The Plaza, commented that he would
"love" to see some development of this property, including
landscaping. His concerns include the amount of parking,
the heavier type of services, and how people will leave the
auto mart?
Mr. Schwartz responded that cars will not be parked on the
existing easement, and the refuse areas will be heavily
screened. The leases will maintain very tight controls upon
tenants.
After further discussion, the Trustees were polled as
follows:
1. B-3 Zoning: Glover, Kowalski, Shifrin, Marienthal
B-2 Zoning: Shields
Poll indicated approval 4 to 1.
2. Should the petitioner pursue pre-application procedures:
YES - Glover, Shields, Shifrin, Marienthal
Trustees would like to have more information.
NO - Kowalski
Poll indicated approval - 4 to 1.
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Mr. Schwartz stated that his client would not have any other
type of business to propose. They can make a more refined
presentation.
Mr. Balling said this recommendation, Item J, should have an CONSENT AGENDA
ordinance. He will have it prepared for the next Board ITEMS REMOVED
meeting.
Trustee Marienthal wants to see the Subway Express sign, Item P,
proposed for the Country Court Shopping Center.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to adjourn to EXECUTIVE
Executive Session. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as SESSION
follows:
AYES: 5 - Glover, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Reid
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Shields, to adjourn. Upon ADJOURNMENT
voice vote, the motion was unanimously declared carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 p.m. .
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Shirley Bat
Acting Vill ge Clerk
APPROVED BY ME THIS O DAY
OF a J-LY , 1988
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Village President
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