1988-04-18 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 7359
4/18/88
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
VILLAGE BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO
GROVE, ILLINOIS, HELD IN THE COUNCIL
CHAMBERS, VILLAGE HALL, APRIL 18, 1988
President Clayton called the meeting to order at 7:37 P.M. CALL TO ORDER
Those present stood and pledged allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call indicated the following present; President
Clayton; Trustees Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, and
Shifrin. Trustee Glover was absent.
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 Brian Rubin, Village Treasurer.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Reid, to approve the APPROVAL OF MINUTES
minutes of the April 4, 1988 Regular Meeting. Upon roll
call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Rubin read Warrant #619. Moved by Shifrin, seconded by WARRANT #619
Reid, to approve Warrant #619 in the amount of
$1,258,834.04, authorizing payment of bills listed. Upon
roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalskil, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton read a Proclamation joining School PROCLAMATION
District 214 in celebration of Student Leadership Week, (Student Leadership
April 24-29, 1988, and Teacher Appreciation Week, Week)
May 1-7, 1988; she then presented the Proclamation to Jeff
Carew, President of the Student Council at Buffalo Grove
High School. Mr. Carew presented President Clayton with a
"Learning for Liberty" flag, for which she thanked him and
stated that this flag will fly along with the other flags
outside Village Hall.
President Clayton read Resolution #88-18, commending John L. RESOLUTION #88-18
Quick for his service to the Village's Zoning Board of (Commending John L.
Appeals. Quick)
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Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Reid, to pass Resolution
#88-18.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton presented a plaque to Mr. Quick, who
expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to serve the
Village.
President Clayton read her memo to the Board of COMMISSION
April 14, 1988, indicating the Following Commission REAPPOINTMENTS
reappointments and the terms of expiration:
Appearance Commission - Dennis Ehrhardt 4-30-91
Brian Owens 4-30-91
Charisse Bruno 4-30-90
Community Blood Donor Commission - Avis Rozema 4-30-91
Juanice Davis 4-30-90
Police Pension Fund - Robert Greenberg 4-30-90
Board of Health - David Saidel 4-30-90
Joan Kuffel 4-30-91
Janet Schotz 4-30-91
Electrical Commission - Charles Wilhelm 4-30-90
Plan Commission - Barbara Sheldon 4-30-91
Transportation Commission - Shelly Begal 4-30-91
Jack Spellman 4-30-91
Zoning Board of Appeals - Jeff Braiman 4-30-91
Moved by Reid, seconded by Marienthal, to concur with
President Clayton's appointments. Upon roll call, Trustees
voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton read a Commendation for Joseph Rowland for COMMENDATIONS
his actions in averting a major fire on April 6, 1988; she Joseph Rowland
then read a Commendation to Wayne Keller for his actions in Wayne Keller
averting a major fire on April 6, 1988. Both gentlemen were
then congratulated by the audience and the Board.
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Mr. Balling noted the submittal of the Management Report for MANAGEMENT REPORT
March, 1988; there were no questions on same.
Mr. Balling reviewed the Municipal Campus Development MUNICIPAL CAMPUS
Monthly Report for March, 1988. DEVELOPMENT REPORT
PUBLIC HEARING - FY 1988 VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE
APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE
President Clayton called the Public Hearing to order at 7:53
P.M. ; she then read from the Notice of Public Hearing
published in the Buffalo Grove Herald on April 8, 1988.
Mr. Brimm made a presentation to the Board regarding the
proposed ordinance, details of which are contained in his
memo to Mr. Balling of April 8, 1988. Mr. Brimm explained
the Appropriations Ordinance for the benefit of the
audience.
President Clayton asked if there were any questions from the
audience or the Board; there were none.
President Clayton closed the Public Hearing at 7:58 P.M.
The Appropriations Ordinance will be on the May 2, 1988
agenda for Board approval.
Elliott Hartstein, 908 Providence Lane, referred to ORDINANCE #88-46
Ordinance #88-46, with regard to the Otis Development,
noting the letter which he wrote to the Board, and asking
that the Board reconsider said Ordinance.
Mr. Raysa related the requirements for a motion to
reconsider.
President Clayton asked if there was a motion from the Board
for reconsideration; there was none.
A resident of Armstrong Drive raised a question regarding MOBIL STATION
the proposed Mobil Station at the southeast corner of (Weiland/Lake-Cook)
Weiland and Lake-Cook Roads.
President Clayton explained the process for that item, CONSENT AGENDA
stating that it is anticipated that the item be on the May
16, 1988 agenda.
President Clayton explained the Concert Agenda, stating that
any member of the audience or the Board could request that
an item be removed for full discussion; she noted that Items
XI. , G and XI. , H. have been removed, and that Item XI. , F.
is Resolution #88-19.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Reid to pass Ordinance ORDINANCE #88-48
#88-48, Declaring Surplus Well Equipment Approved by the (Declaring Surplus
Village. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows: Well Equipment)
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AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
President Clayton
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Reid to pass Ordinance ORDINANCE #88-49
#88-49, Authorizing the Disposal of Surplus Village Personal (Disposal of Surplus
Property. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows: Village Personal
Property)
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin,
President Clayton
NAYES: 0- None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton declared April 22, 1988 as Girl Scout PROCLAMATION
Leader's Day in Buffalo Grove. Moved by Marienthal, (Girl Scout Leader's
seconded by Reid to concur with President Clayton's Day)
proclamation. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin,
President Clayton
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Reid, to approve the CERTIFICATE OF FINAL
Certificate of Final Acceptance and Approval for Buffalo ACCEPTANCE AND
Grove Business Park Units 5, 6, and 7. The Village Engineer APPROVAL
recommends approval. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as B.G. Business Park
follows: Units 5,6,7
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin,
President Clayton.
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Reid, to approve the Final FINAL PLAT OF
Plat of Subdivision - Doetsch property. The Village SUBDIVISION
Engineer recommends approval. Upon roll call, Trustees (Doetsch Property)
voted as follows:
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
President Clayton
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Mike Rylko made a presentation to the Board regarding the ORDINANCE #88-50
Emmerich Park maintenance building expansion, details of (Emmerich Park
which are contained in Mr. Pfeil's memo to Mr. Balling of Building Expansion)
April 15, 1988.
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Jeff Braun, architect, also made a presentation to the
Board, which included review of the floor plan.
Trustee Reid raised a question with regard to the retention
area, which was answered by Mr. Braun.
Mr. Braun then displayed the landscape plan, and answered
various questions from the Board.
Mr. Rylko answered questions from Larry Yunker, 17 Crestview
Terrace.
Mr. Rylko discussed the storage yard, also addressed in Mr.
Pfeil's April 15, 1988 memo.
Trustee Marienthal stated that he believes this project
should be' located on the east, rather than the south, side
of this property.
Trustee Reid expressed concern with the 8' fence, the
lighting, and the drainage. Mr. Rylko stated that they
would have no objection to lowering the fence height, that
there will be absolutely no lighting on Emmerich Park East,
while Mr. Pfeil addressed the drainage question.
Trustee Reid raised several questions regarding the vehicle
storage and parking, which were addressed by Mr. Rylko.
Trustee Marienthal noted concerns with parking, fencing and
shrubs.
Rosalie Kasubowski, 25 Crestview Terrace, read a statement
with concern about flooding from the creek, the fencing, and
the storage area; she stated that the residents had no
objections to the building plans, but only to the storage
area.
Trustee Shifrin asked Mr. Rylko if it would be possible to
make this storage area temporary until other facilities
could be located. Mr. Rylko stated that that would be
possible, but suggested that the area not be asphalted or
landscaped if it were to be temporary, and also asked that
the Village acquire a piece of property for Park District
storage in another area, perhaps industrial.
Marty O'Donnell, 15 Crestview Terrace, stated that a
temporary plan would be more acceptable.
President Clayton asked if the suggestion to move this
project to the east would be more acceptable; Mr. O'Donnell
stated that it would have to be reviewed.
Plan Commissioner Goldspeil reviewed the Plan Commission
decision and discussion.
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Stephanie Nelson, representing the property management firm
for Buffalo Creek Apartments, stated that they are
definitely opposed to the storage area, and requested that
this item be deferred until their attorneys have an
opportunity to review this situation.
Larry Yunger, 17 Crestview Terrace, commented on the reasons
he believes this project would be detrimental to the area;
he stated that the residents would agree to a temporary
storage set-up, but would strongly oppose a permanent
storage area.
President Clayton asked if there would be a problem for the
Park District if the Board just approved the building area;
Mr. Rylko responded that it would not be a major problem -
they would construct the building and look for alternate
storage.
Marilyn Adams, 19 Crestview Terrace, stated that she opposes
the storage area in any form and believes the area should be
left open; she suggested other possible areas for the
storage.
Mr. Raysa stated the proper procedure was followed with
regard to notifying the apartment owners; the
representatives from the apartments stated that their name
and address is completely different from that stated by Mr.
Raysa.
A resident stated that he wanted it noted for the record
that there are a dozen residents present opposing the
storage area.
In answer to a question from Trustee Reid, Mr. Balling
stated that Section 5 Exhibit E, the 4th "Whereas" clause,
and all references to Emmerich East could be eliminated in
order to separate the ordinances.
President Clayton polled the Board: "YES" indicated favor
of removing any reference to Emmerich East and the storage
area from this ordinance and approving the building only;
"NO" indicated opposition:
YES: Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NO: None
ABSENT: Glover
President Clayton polled the Board: "YES" indicates favor
of approving a temporary storage area while the Park
District is looking at a permanent facility, together with
the Plan Commission with the idea that it will come back to
the Board at the next meeting to approve the temporary
storage; "NO" indicates opposition:
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YES: Marienthal, Reid*, Shields, Shifrin
NO: Kowalski
ABSENT: Glover
*Subject to what he sees when it comes back.
President Clayton declared a recess from 9:10-9:20 P.M. RECESS
Mr. Balling explained the situation regarding land to be
conveyed, stating that there is a modest amount of building
encroachment on the Village well site with the plan
presented this evening; there was no objection from the Board
as to the manner of handling this situation.
Mr. Raysa then reviewed the changes made to the ordinance in
order to separate the building and the storage facility.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Marienthal, to pass Ordinance
#88-50, approving a special use and Preliminary Plan for the
Emmerich Park Maintenance Building Expansion. Upon roll
call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Balling explained the proposed resolution. RESOLUTION #88-20
(B.G. Road)
Moved by Shields, seconded by Reid, to approve the low
qualified bidder, Thomas M. Madden Company, in the amount of
$1,358,280.55 in Alternate A, recognizing that it is likely
that Alternate B will be built, which is $1,299,054.80.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Shields, seconded by Marienthal, to pass Resolution
#88-20, approving the Construction Engineering Service
Agreement with Midwest Consulting Engineers, Inc. Upon roll
call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Balling explained the subject and answered questions
from the Board.
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Moved by Shields, seconded by Reid, to award the bid for the ARBORETUM GOLF
Arboretum Golf Course Parking Lot Improvement to the low COURSE PARKING
bidder, Peter Baker & Son in an amount not to exceed LOT IMPROVEMENT
$125,434.30. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
\orJ Motion declared carried.
Tim Beechick, representing Hamilton Partners, made a CREST HIL HOTEL
presentation to the Board, details of which are contained in
Mr. Pfeil's memo to Mr. Balling of April 13, 1988.
Joseph Wilson, representing Hilton Hotels, made a
presentation to the Board with regard to the specifics of
the proposed hotel, details of which are contained in an
information packet which was distributed to the Board; he
then presented some slides to show what the hotel would look
like.
Mr. Balling explained that staff would like the change
proposed to be considered minor, and not require appearance
before the Plan Commission; he also reviewed the change
requested with regard to the tennis courts.
Mr. Beechick reviewed the changes between this and the
original plan.
Mr. Wilson explained the restaurant concept.
Mr. Beechick stated that the automobile lights would be
shielded so as not to shine into residences; he explained the
proposed lighting for the tennis courts, and stated that
they are sensitive to the concerns of the neighboring
residences; he stated that this building is further from the
road than the approved building; he explained the reasons
for moving the tennis courts across the street.
Moved by Shields, seconded by Reid, to amend the Preliminary
Plan as requested and consider this a minor change (the plan
as presented tonight) .
Mr. Goldspeil presented the concerns of the Plan Commission.
President Clayton noted that the specific plan will have to
come back before the Board, and must be presented to the
Appearance Commission.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
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Mr. Balling introduced Tim Mazzenga, General Manager of RECYCLING SERVICE
Buffalo Grove/Wheeling Disposal, and explained the proposed
recycling service, details of which are contained in Mr.
Mazzenga's letter to Mr. Balling of April 12, 1988.
Tom Tomaszewski Regional Manager for recycling, made a
presentation on recycling, showing a slide presentation.
Mr. Balling also commented on the proposal and how it would
work.
Discussion ensued with regard to timing, implementation,
education, cost, and other factors involved in this
proposal.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Reid, to pursue the
proposed curbside recycling service to be implemented in the
community as soon as possible, with the contract language
being amended to include this recycling service.
Howard Keller, 1152 Auburn, Lexington in the Park, asked
questions with regard to their area, which were answered by
Mr. Mezzenga.
There was further discussion on the proposal. President
Clayton stated that she wants to have a discussion regarding
composting at a later date.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Marc Schwartz, attorney for the developer, made a SEIGLE'S HOME AND
presentation to the Board on the proposed project, details BUILDING CENTER
of which are contained in Mr. Pfeil's memo to the Board of
April 13, 1988.
Harry Seigle made a presentation to the Board, giving a
background of the business.
Joe DeMercurio also addressed the Board on this project.
Trustee Shifrin stated that he thinks this development would
be a welcome addition to the Village, but in another
location.
Trustee Marienthal agreed with Trustee Shifrin's comments,
and commented on the shed abutting the residential area.
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Mr. Seigle again reviewed his operation for the Board.
Trustee Reid expressed specific concerns with regard to the
entrance road.
President Clayton polled the Board; "YES" indicated favor
of a home improvement center in this location; "NO"
indicates opposition:
YES: Reid, Shields, Kowalski*
NO: Marienthal, Shifrin
ABSENT: Glover
*Very wobbly.
President Clayton polled the Board. "YES" indicated favor
of two fast-food restaurants in this location; "NO"
indicated opposition:
YES: None
NO: Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
ABSENT: Glover
President Clayton polled the Board: "YES" indicates favor
of one fast-food restaurant and another use in this
location; "NO" indicated opposition:
YES: None
NO: Marienthal*, Reid*, Shields*, Kowalski, Shifrin
ABSENT: Glover
*Without knowing a use.
President Clayton polled the Board: "YES" indicates favor
of office building use in this location; "NO" indicates
opposition:
YES: Marienthal*, Reid*, Shields*, Shifrin*
NO: Kowalski
ABSENT: Glover
*Would consider 1-story office, but not 2-story.
Larry Freedman, attorney for Kimball-Hill, made a KIMBALL HILL/PEKARA
presentation to the Board, details of which are contained in PROPERTY
Mr. Pfeil's memo to the Board of April 14, 1988.
President Clayton commented on land to be set aside for the
expansion of the sewage treatment plant; Mr. Freedman
responded to President Clayton's comments.
Trustee Shifrin stated that the developer must take note of
the adjacent residential property; Mr. Freedman responded to
Trustee Shifrin.
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Lindy Spizer, 812 Juneway, expressed a concern with the
retention pond over the berm on Juneway.
The president of the Pekara Homeowners Association commented
on the wetlands, the drainage plans, and asked for a
guarantee that this development will not affect the Pekara
homes. Mr. Freedman stated that the ordinances in Buffalo
Grove ensure that the development cannot increase the
flooding in the area.
President Clayton polled the Board: "YES" indicated favor
of the developer pursuing application for referral to the
Plan Commission, "NO" indicated opposition:
YES: Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NO: None
ABSENT: Glover
President Clayton asked that the residents present leave
their names and addresses so that they can be notified when
this development comes to Public Hearing.
Mr. Balling explained the proposed Agreement, details of FIRE SERVICE
which are contained in Mr. Brimm's memo to him of April 12, AGREEMENT
1988.
Moved by Shifrin, seconded by Reid, to approve a Draft Fire
Service Agreement and provisions for right-of-way corridors
with the Long Grove Rural Fire Protection District. Upon
roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski, Shifrin
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Balling stated that there will be a Workshop Meeting of FUTURE AGENDA
the Board on Monday, April 25, 1988.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Reid, to adjourn the ADJOURNMENT
meeting. Upon voice vote, the motion was unanimously
declared carried. The meeting was adjourned at 11:36 P.M.
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JaneM.Sirabian, Village Clerk
APPROVED BY ME THIS a auk DAY
OF 11 , 1988
Village President