1985-12-16 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 6774
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Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to approve the Plat of APPROVAL OF
Easement for Yanmar Diesel. The Village Engineer recommends EASEMENT
approval of this watermain easement required by the subject (Yanmar Diesel)
project. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Balling reviewed the proposed ordinance. Trustee O'Reilly ORDINANCE
asked if the figures shown are accurate; Mr. Brimm replied that #85-95
the figures were taken from the sales tax receipts submitted to (Eat's, Inc.)
the State of Illinois.
Moved by Glover, seconded by O'Reilly, to pass Ordinance #85-95,
amending a lease between the Village of Buffalo Grove and Eat's,
Incorporated, an Illinois Corporation. Upon roll call, Trustees
voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Raysa discussed various legal points relative to the Bond ORDINANCE
Ordinance and accompanying documents; he stated that all correc- #85-96
tions have been made to the Bond Ordinance; Mr. Raysa and Mr. (IDRB - Zale)
Brimm have not approved the final drafts of all the supporting
documentation; Mr. Raysa will not allow entering into a final Bond
closing until the Village staff is satisfied with all of the final
documents; Mr. Raysa stated that he would be comfortable with a
motion by the Board to approve this ordinance subject to his
approval of the documentation.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #85-96,
providing for the issuance of $500,000 of Industrial Development
Revenue Bonds by the Village of Buffalo Grove, Illinois (Zale
Project) , subject to Mr. Raysa's approval of the documentation.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
f AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
�••/ NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Balling explained the concept behind the following four RESOLUTION
resolutions. #85-75
President Clayton reiterated Mr. Balling's statement that, if the (Town Center
Associates
Board approves the following four resolutions, it, in no way, Housing Revenue
binds them to any kind of approval on the developments. Bonds)
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Mr. Raysa then pointed out in the Memorandum of Agreement
where it states that the issuance of these bonds is subject to
the Corporate Authorities approving the development plan of the
subject property.
Trustee Reid stated that he is willing to go along with the
following four resolutions, but he wants it made clear that he
would not be able to vote for some of these projects in their
present form. Trustee Reid will support a resolution for the
inducements, but his vote should in no way be construed by any
developer as any kind of potential support or endorsement of
these projects.
Trustee O'Reilly echoed Trustee Reid's comments, adding that
her vote on these resolutions is totally meaningless, that the
developer is moving ahead at his own risk, and that a positive
vote from the Board is in no way a suggestion of approval for
these plans.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Glover, to pass Resolution #85-75,
authorizing the execution and delivery of a Memorandum of Agree-
ment between the Village of Buffalo Grove, Illinois and the Town
Center Associates, providing for the issuance by said Village of
Housing Revenue Bonds. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Glover, to pass Resolution #85-76, RESOLUTION
authorizing the execution and delivery of a Memorandum of Agree- #85-76
ment between the Village of Buffalo Grove, Illinois and Lincoln (Lincoln
Buffalo Grove, Ltd. , an Illinois Limited partnership, providing Buffalo Grove,
for the issuance by said Village of Housing Revenue Bonds. Upon Ltd. ,Housing
roll call, Trustees voted as follows: Revenue Bonds) '
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to pass Resolution #85-77, RESOLUTION
authorizing the execution and delivery of a Memorandum of Agree- #85-77
ment between the Village of Buffalo Grove, Illinois and the Fair- (Fairway
way Apartments Venture, providing for the issuance by said Village Apartments,
of Housing Revenue Bonds. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as Housing
follows: Revenue Bonds)'
AYES: 4 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields
NAYES: 1 - Kowalski
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to pass Resolution #85-78, RESOLUTION
authorizing the execution and delivery of a Memorandum of Agree- #85-78
ment between the Village of Buffalo Grove, Illinois and Bernard (Bernard Katz &
Katz and Company, Inc. , providing for the issuance by said Village Co. , Housing
of Housing Revenue Bonds. Revenue Bonds)
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Mr. Raysa stated that the previous three Resolutions were pre-
pared by staff, based upon previous issue; this resolution was
prepared by counsel, and is a little different in format; therefore,
Mr. Raysa would like to make some changes. Mr. Raysa stated that
this resolution is written as an IDB issue, rather than a multi-
family housing unit, and he would recommend that, wherever Industrial
Development Revenue Bond appears, "Industrial Development" be deleted,
and "Housing" be inserted. Also, in the first "Whereas" paragraph,
reference is made to Division 74 of Article 11 from the Illinois
Revised Statutes, and that authority should be from Chapter 3.24 of
the Village of Buffalo Grove Municipal Code, which defines a Housing
Project.
Mr. Raysa also recommended a change in both the Resolution and the
Memorandum of Agreement which would have the same language as the
previous Resolutions as far as "mutually acceptable documentation".
Mr. Raysa stated that both the Resolution and the Memorandum of
Agreement have the same language as far as "mutually acceptable
documentation", but the Memorandum of Agreement does not have
language regarding the development plan. Mr. Raysa does not know
the status of the Development Plan. Mr. Raysa recommends that, on
page 7 of the Memorandum of Agreement, at the end of Paragraph 4. ,
a. , the sentence ending "documents and the issuance of sale of each
issue of bonds shall have been obtained". , have the period at the
end of the sentence deleted, and a comma inserted and the following
language added: ", including, but not limited to, the Village
approval of developer's Development Plan."
Mr. Charles H. Braun, attorney for the developer, stated that he
agrees to the changes made by Mr. Raysa, and they will have a final
resolution tomorrow, subject to the conditions indicated by Mr. Raysa.
Trustee O'Reilly amended the motion to include Mr. Raysa's changes,
and Trustee Reid seconded the amendment. Upon roll call, Trustees
voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields,
NAYES: 1 - Kowalski
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Kevin Reilly, attorney for Buffalo Grove Partners, stated BUFFALO GROVE
that he had been in contact with Mr. Raysa and Mr. Balling, and PARTNERS
explained the proposed modification of the P.U.D. (Gootrad)
Moved by Glover, seconded by O'Reilly, to direct staff to prepare
an ordinance to modify the P.U.D. Agreement to eliminate the
reverter clause. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
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Mr. Jim Sheridan reviewed the changes which were made in the CHASE PLAZA
lighting at Chase Plaza; he asked that the Board observe these LIGHTING
changes and get back to him with their comments.
Mr. Balling stated that he believes the changes are positive, and
make a big difference.
Trustee Reid stated that he had noticed the changes, and stated
that the east side is definitely superior; he noted that he would
like to hear the comments of the residents. Mr. Balling stated
that the Village will get the comments of the residents.
Mr. Balling read the results of a survey taken of the residents at
the Lexington development.
President Clayton stated that the Board will observe the new
lighting and will be in touch with Mr. Sheridan.
Mr. Truesdell summarized the change in plan for the Mobil Oil MOBIL OIL
station at Arlington Heights Road and Route 83; the Plan (Arlington
Commission approved the proposed change. Heights/83)
Moved by Reid, seconded by Shields, to accept the Plan Commission
recommendation to authorize the 4th service island at the Mobil
Oil station at Arlington Heights Road and Route 83.
Trustee O'Reilly asked about the discussion on internal traffic
at the Plan Commission level; Mr. Truesdell stated that there was
not a great deal of discussion at the Plan Commission, but the
traffic engineer indicated to Mr. Truesdell that he did not see a
problem with the 4th island.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Reid, Shields, Kowalski, President Clayton
NAYES: 1 - O'Reilly
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
ABSTAIN: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Edward Biezczad, representing Anden Corporation, made a CREEKSIDE
presentation regarding the proposed shopping center at the north- COMMONS
east corner of Busch and Weiland Roads, consisting of 22,550 square
feet of rentable space; they have appeared before both the Appearance
Commission and Plan Commission; the building will be all masonry
construction; there will be face brick all the way around; all brick
and roof materials have been approved by the Appearance Commission;
the driveways have been reviewed by the Plan Commission; he displayed
a drawing of the plan.
In answer to a question from Trustee Glover, Mr. Biezczad stated
that the Appearance Commission will review the landscaping as soon
as possible he briefly reviewed the landscaping. Trustee Glover
asked that the Appearance Commission note that there be proper
screening of the parking lot from the road.
Mr. Biezczad stated that the sign package has not yet been reviewed.
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Mr. Biezczad reviewed the fencing for Trustee O'Reilly, as well as
the sloping. Mr. Biezczad stated that the public sidewalk will be
put in now.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to approve the Preliminary Plan
for Creekside Commons, revised date 12-4-85. Upon roll call, Trustees
voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Balling reviewed the situation regarding the Refuse Service REFUSE SERVICE
contract. Mr. Balling stated that staff believes that it is
important to pre-qualify possible firms, because of the nature of
the refuse business. Staff would like to get Board comments regarding
the Statement of Qualifications for Residential Scavenger Service.
Trustee Glover asked about Item #3 under General Provisions, which
was explained by Mr. Balling, who stated that it relates to the
regional solid waste disposal solutions. Trustee Glover stated
that he is concerned that there could be apprehension on a hauler's
part in not knowing his destination; Mr. Balling responded that that
is a risk. Trustee Glover stated that his concern is providing the
most economical waste disposal site, and he is bothered by having this
language in the provision. Trustee Glover stated that he would want
protection for the contractor so that the Village would be somehow
responsible if the contractor were asked to go to a less economical
site; Mr. Balling stated that that provision would have to be in the
bid specifications.
Trustee Glover commented on Item #5 regarding the granting of an
exclusive license. Mr. Balling stated that staff has discussed this
at length, and believes that there is more control, better safety,
and better control over the wear and tear on the street system. Mr.
Balling stated that diluting the volume of business would make the
contract less attractive, and might not induce a quality contractor
to apply. Trustee Glover would like to explore the concept of the
non-exclusive contract.
Trustee Glover questioned Item #7 regarding the level of service, which
was answered by Mr. Balling.
Trustee Glover stated that he believed the submittal date of January 10,
1986 would not leave the contractors enough time to make a proposal.
Mr. Balling said that date was chosen in order to give staff enough
time to evaluate all proposals.
Trustee O'Reilly agreed with Trustee Glover regarding the submittal
date of January 10, 1986. Trustee O'Reilly stated that Item #7 on page
2 regarding bulk pick-up should be clarified so that bulk pick-up
service must be provided at no extra cost on a weekly basis.
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President Clayton polled the Board regarding an exclusive or non-
exclusive contract:
Marienthal: Absent
O'Reilly: Exclusive
Glover: Non-exclusive considered as an
alternative
Reid: Exclusive
Shields: Non-exclusive considered as an
alternative
Kowalski: Exclusive
There was discussion on the advisability of asking for an alternative.
Mr. Balling pointed out that this is not a bid, and final decisions
could be made before going to bid; he also stated that additional
information regarding the successes of other communities with non-
exclusive contracts would be available for Board review.
There was further discussion regarding the January 10, 1986 date
for submittal of qualifications, and President Clayton asked for
the opinion of each Trustee regarding the date of submittal:
Marienthal: Absent
O'Reilly: Would like to see a later date.
Glover: Thinks the date should be moved
back at least one week.
Reid: Supports date of 1-17-86.
Shields: Supports date of 1-17-86.
Kowalski: Can accept date of 1-17-86.
Mr. Lawrence Freedman, attorney representing Lincoln Properties, LINCOLN
introduced Mr. John Guest, who made a presentation and reviewed PROPERTIES
the new site plan dated 12-9-85; he stated that the basic concept
is very similar to the previous plan; the density has been reduced
from 648 units, which was approximately 14.9 units per acre, to 616,
which is 14.2 units per acre; they have more 3-story buildings as
requested by the Board; the number of 2-bedroom units has been
increased to approximately 41%; several lakes have been added; he
reviewed the variances which they will be requesting.
Mr. Gary Kachadurian stated that he has met with David Phillips of
the Wheeling Park District regarding the park land, and reviewed
their discussion.
In answer to a question from Trustee O'Reilly, Mr. Balling stated that
the developer will follow the Wheeling Park District donation ordinance.
Trustee O'Reilly wants Buffalo Grove to oversee very carefully any
improvements which would be made to the Wheeling golf course.
The representative of the developer stated that they would be
completing their requirements as to detention, compensatory storage,
and Inverarry would be aided by the development; he also stated that
Buffalo Grove ordinances would be followed with regard to the lakes.
Mr. Kachadurian reviewed the driveways and entrances.
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
VILLAGE BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO
GROVE, ILLINOIS HELD IN THE COUNCIL
CHAMBERS, VILLAGE HALL, DECEMBER 16, 1985.
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; ROLL CALL
Trustees O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, and Kowalski. Trustee
Marienthal was absent. Also present were: William Balling, Village
Manager; William Raysa, Village Attorney; James Doyle, Assistant
Village Manager; William Brimm, Finance Director; Frank Hruby,
Director of Building & Zoning; James Truesdell, Village Planner;
Police Chief McCann; and Paul Kochendorfer, Village Treasurer.
Mr. Kochendorfer read Warrant #564. Moved by O'Reilly, seconded WARRANT #564
by Glover, to approve Warrant #564 in the amount of $1,187,701.39,
authorizing payment of bills listed. Upon roll call, Trustees voted
as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton introduced Mr. Glenn Kahin, Vice President of POLICE
AAIM, who gave a brief history and purpose of AAIM. Mr. Kalin DEPARTMENT
commended the Buffalo Grove Police Department for their excellent (AAIM Award)
work in combatting drunk driving, and then read a plaque which he
presented to Chief McCann.
President Clayton noted the Northwest Municipal Conference NWMC LEGISLATIVE
Legislative Breakfast will be held on January 18, 1986, and she BREAKFAST
asked as many of the Trustees as possible to attend this function.
Any legislative proposals for Conference consideration should be
submitted by December 27, 1985.
Trustee O'Reilly requested that the Board agree that tonight's EXECUTIVE
Executive Session concerning Employment Matters be postponed SESSION
until there is a full Board present. The Executive Session will
be postponed until a full Board is present.
Trustee O'Reilly stated that she believes there are too many AGENDA
items on the agenda this evening, both in length and depth, and
she asked that the Board agree to adjourn no later than 10:30 or
11:00 P.M. , and postpone items to a later date if they cannot be
handled by that time. Trustee Reid stated that he agrees with that
suggestion, not only for tonight, but for any meeting, since
productivity decreases late into the evening.
Mr. Balling noted the submittal of the Management Report for MANAGEMENT
November, 1985; there were no questions on same. REPORT
Mr. Brimm reported on the 1986 IRMA contributions, as outlined IRMA
in his memo to Mr. Balling of December 11, 1985. CONTRIBUTIONS
1986
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In answer to a question from Trustee O'Reilly, Mr. Brimm stated
that staff does intend to explore an incentive program for
personnel.
PUBLIC HEARING - FY 1986 GOLF COURSE FUND APPROPRIATION
ORDINANCE
President Clayton read the Notice of Public Hearing published in
the Buffalo Grove Herald on December 6, 1985; she called the Public
Hearing to order at 7:50 P.M.
Mr. Brimm made a brief presentation regarding the FY 1986 Appropriation
Ordinance for the Golf Course Fund.
President Clayton asked if there were any questions or comments
regarding this item; there were none.
President Clayton closed the Public Hearing at 7:52 P.M.
President Clayton stated that the proposed ordinance will be on the
agenda for passage on January 6, 1986.
President Clayton asked if there were any questions from the QUESTIONS FROM
audience; there were none. THE AUDIENCE
President Clayton explained the Consent Agenda, stating that any CONSENT AGENDA
member of the audience or the Board could request that an item be
removed for full discussion; there were no such requests.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #85-91, ORDINANCE
an ordinance Approving a Second Amendment to an Annexation #85-91
Agreement - Hidden Lakes Phase 3/Dearborn. This ordinance (Hidden Lakes
amends the original annexation pursuant to the public hearing Phase 3)
held by the Village Board on December 2, 1985. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #85-92, ORDINANCE
an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the #85-92
Village of Buffalo Grove, Cook and Lake Counties, Illinois - (Hidden Lakes
Hidden Lakes Phase 3/Dearborn. This ordinance rezones the subject Phase #3
property from R-1 to R-9 P.U.D. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as zoning)
follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #85-93, ORDINANCE
an ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 10, Section BG-11- #85-93
401-C, Traffic Code of the Village of Buffalo Grove, and Repeal- (Amending
ing Ordinance #83-23. This ordinance establishes a new fee Traffic Code)
schedule for traffic accident reports as provided by State Law.
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Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #85-94, ORDINANCE
an ordinance Annexing Certain Territory to the Village of Buffalo #85-94
Grove, Illinois - Cambridge Park. This ordinance annexes a four (Cambridge
\./ acre parcel of Cambridge Park into the Village's R-E zoning Park Annexations
district at the request of the Buffalo Grove Park District.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to adopt Resolution #85-73, RESOLUTION
a resolution regarding Corporate Personal Property Replacement #85-73
Tax Distribution 1986. This resolution is required to be adopted (Tax)
annually to confirm that the Village will comply with the Illinois
Revenue Act in the distribution and utilization of these funds in
1985. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to adopt Resolution #85-74, RESOLUTION
a resolution supporting the Extension of the Illinois Route 53 #85-74
Freeway from Dundee Road to Lake-Cook Road. This resolution (Supporting
expresses the Village's support for the extension of Illinois Extension of
Route 53 from Dundee Road to Lake-Cook Road including a grade IL 53 Freeway)
separated interchange at Lake-Cook Road. Upon roll call,
Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton proclaimed the Week of December 15-21, 1985, PROCLAMATION
as "National Drunk & Drugged Driving Awareness Week" in the (National Drunk
Village of Buffalo Grove. Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, & Drugged
to concur with President Clayton's proclamation. Upon roll call, Driving Aware-
Trustees voted as follows: ness Week)
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to waive bids and purchase WAIVER OF BIDS
Golf Course capital equipment. Authorization is requested to (Golf Course)
waive bids and purchase one Sand Pro and three Greenmaster III
cutting units from the regional Toro distribution in order to
take advantage of discount and distributor pricing.
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Trustee O'Reilly asked about senior citizens in this development;
Mr. Kachadurian stated that he did not know at this time; he is not
sure at this time whether or not they will be using the inducement
resolution.
Trustee O'Reilly stated that it is important to her that there be
some provision for senior citizens. Mr. Kachadurian stated that
that is one of the reasons that they increased the 2-bedroom units,
since that is something needed by senior citizens.
In answer to a question from Trustee Glover, Mr. Raysa stated that
the Wheeling Park District would have to be contacted with regard to
maintenance of the detention area which would be on their land; he
said an agreement could be drafted for protection of Buffalo Grove.
Mr. Freedman stated that there could be a covenant drawn up for same.
In answer to a question from Trustee Glover, Mr. Truesdell stated
that he believes the density of the adjoining development to the
north is between 12-14 units per acre. Trustee Glover stated that
he has some concern with the 14.2 unit per acre density. Trustee
Glover also asked about the quality of the product. Mr. Kachadurian
stated that they plan on doing more masonry. Trustee Glover stated
that he wants equal or better quality than Villa Verde.
In answer to a question from Trustee Kowalski, Mr. Kachadurian stated
that use or non-use of the inducement resolution will not affect the
type of materials or the amenities. Trustee Kowalski asked the
proposed rents for the units, and Mr. Kachadurian stated that they
would be approximately 75-88 per square foot. Mr. Kachadurian
stated that Lincoln Properties have always marketed toward an all-
adult community, so they would expect very few children.
Trustee Reid reiterated the comments made about the density. Mr.
Kachadurian stated that all parking would be on-street, and Trustee
Reid stated that, from previous Village experience, he believes it
would be a mistake not to have covered parking.
Trustee O'Reilly moved to refer the Lincoln Properties plan to the
Plan Commission, with the inclusion of all of tonight's comments.
Trustee Reid seconded the motion, with his previously made reservations
about the density. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 1 - Glover
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton declared a recess from 9:20 P.M. to 9:31 P.M. RECESS
Mr. Stanley Noble of Rabin LeNoble Architects, made a presentation GROVE TERRACE
on the subject property which is outlined in Mr. Truesdell's memo APARTMENTS
to Mr. Balling of 12-10-85.
There will be 138 units, 42 of which will be 1-bedroom and 96
will be 2-bedroom. The 1-bedroom would range in size from 807
square feet to 910 square feet; the 2-bedroom units would range
in size from 1,090 square feet to 1,477 square feet.
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Trustee O'Reilly asked about provisions for senior citizens; Mr.
Braun stated that it is the intention of the developer to appeal
to senior citizens in their marketing. Trustee O'Reilly stated
that she is not pleased to see the increase in the density, nor is
she happy to see the decrease in the underground parking.
Trustee Glover stated that he also is concerned with the elimination
of some parking, and urged the developer to respond to this again;
Mr. Noble responded to Trustee Glover.
Moved by Glover, seconded by Reid, to refer the Grove Terrace
Apartments plan to the Plan Commission, along with the comments made
this evening.
Mr. Truesdell pointed out that, under the Annexation Agreement, the
Board has the option to approve the change in plan without going to
the Plan Commission.
Trustee Kowalski stated that she wants to echo the comments already
made, and urged the developer to again look at the congestion, not
only of the buildings, but of the entire area.
A resident of the surrounding area asked if neighboring residents would
be notified of meetings relating to this development. Mr. Truesdell
stated that a Public Hearing is not required. The resident stated
that she believes surrounding residents should be notified.
Trustee Glover amended the motion to include the fact that everyone
within 250' of the property be notified of future meetings; Trustee
Reid seconded the amendment. This does not mean that a Public Hearing
will be required.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows on the motion:
AYES: 3 - Glover, Reid, Shields
NAYES: 2 - O'Reilly, Kowalski
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
Trustee O'Reilly asked that, when this is heard at the Plan Commission,
the development to the north be notified, and also that the Plan
Commission deal with an overlay of that project, and how it will fit
in with this development.
Mr. Lawrence Freedman, attorney for the developer, stated that EAST GOLF
they propose to develop a total of 294 units which would be 3- COURSE PARCEL
story, masonry construction.
Mr. Ron Benach made a presentation, stating that the total site
is approximately 17 acres, minus the 2 acres which would go to the
Village for a municipal site; there is a series of 3-story masonry
buildings, which would be mostly 2-bedroom units; the density is
approximately 19-20 units per acre; the parcel abutts the Buffalo
Grove Golf Course.
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Mr. Benach explained the storm water detention; Mr. Balling
stated that the design concept would be to create a lake between
holes 2 and 8 on the golf course.
Trustee Glover stated that he has a problem with the request for
the setback variation; Mr. Benach responded.
Trustee O'Reilly asked about senior citizen provisions. Mr. Benach
responded, stating that a total senior citizen community is a
totally different kind of concept; he stated that this site is too
large for that type of concept.
Trustee O'Reilly stated that she does not see the purpose of an
inducement resolution for this project. Mr. Benach replied that
it is basically a device to achieve a quality project. Trustee
O'Reilly asked about protection for the single-family homes along
the east side; Mr. Benach stated that there would be landscape
protection.
In answer to a question from Trustee O'Reilly, Mr. Balling explained
why detention is proposed on the golf course, stating that it would
benefit the golf course also.
Mr. Benach reviewed their marketing plans at the request of Trustee
Kowalski, stating that the rents will be 75-82c per square foot. It
is anticipated that there will be a relatively low number of children.
Trustee Reid asked about the drainage, and Mr. Benach explained,
stating that the drainage to the golf course will be at no cost to
the Village.
Trustee Reid asked about the configuration of buildings 1, 3, and 4;
Mr. Benach stated that they were laid out that way to maximize the
view of the golf course; Trustee Reid stated he would like to see
some consideration given to a little more imagination being used in
the line-up of the buildings facing the golf course, so that it does
not create a row effect for the golfers.
Trustee Glover said that he is very concerned about the type of
product; he believes that this area should be luxury product; he
believes the parking should be enclosed; this is a valued piece of
property, and believes it should be more luxury-type rental units;
he believes there should be recreational facilities. Mr. Benach
stated that they will look into Trustee Glover's suggestions; he
stated that if the building has underground parking, they would
�./ have to increase the height of the buildings and increase the setbacks;
more costly buildings would necessitate amending the revenue bonds.
Trustee Glover encouraged amending the revenue bonds. Trustee Shields
echoed Trustee Glover's comments.
Mr. Freedman stated that they would be willing to come back with an
amended plan, but he asked that the inducement resolution be
reconsidered.
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Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Glover, to reconsider Resolution #85-77.
Upon voice vote, the motion was unanimously declared carried.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Glover, to amend Resolution #85-77
to call for $25,000,000 inducement, rather than the original
$15,000,000.
Trustee Kowalski stated that she would hope that they will come in
with a totally new site plan with fewer buildings, and substantially
larger units; Mr. Benach stated that there would definitely be fewer
buildings, although they would be higher, and probably larger units.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows on the motion:
AYES: 5 - O'Reilly, Glover, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton stated that Mr. Benach will come back before
the Board with a new plan after the first of the year.
Mr. Stan Lieberman introduced Phil Kupritz, Jerry Brim, and Marc TOWN CENTER
Schwartz.
Mr. Lieberman then reviewed the history of the proposed Town
Center, and also outlined their proposed plan.
Mr. Jerry Brim reviewed the historical background of the Town
Center.
Mr. Phil Kupritz pointed out the housing area, which would have
a density of approximately 28 units per acre; they propose on-site,
on-grade parking, with covered parking being provided in some
buildings; they propose luxury units; on the north section, they
propose office buildings of approximately 12-13,000 square feet
per acre; both office and housing is intended to be developed as
buildings set and apart; their intention is to take the linear park
and relate the development of residential and office to that; the
last unit is a building complex which is both retail and office, no
backside retail facing Route 83, and office internally facing the
residential and office complex; their intention is to make this a
cohesive development; the building for the elderly is an 8-story
building; the buildings in the residential complex as multi-family
would be 4 and 5 stories in height; thebuildings in the office
complex would be primarily 1-story, with one 2-story building,
`.� possibly 3-story; the intent is to have low buildings, park setting,
trees, and a number of natural features.
Mr. Marc Schwartz stated that this is a monumental project, and to
proceed as one developer, they will need some assistance from the
Village. The 4 areas of assistance outlined by Mr. Schwartz are:
1. Participation from the Village in cost of the infrastructure.
2. Creative financing, i.e. special tax district, tax increment
financing, etc.
3. Assistance in land acquisition.
4. Timing is critical, because of the contracts out on the land.
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Trustee Glover asked for more specifics regarding the land
acquisition. Mr. Lieberman stated that, if they are going to do
the major part and take the major risk, they want to go through
and work their way through the entire Town Center, and view it
as a total concept.
Mr. Lieberman stated that it is not so much a matter of getting
all the parcels immediately, but at least knowing that in the
�./ years down the road, they will be able to acquire all of the
parcels. They want to know what will happen to the surrounding
land.
Trustee Glover stated that he would be willing to listen to land
acquisition plans, particularly on the vacant property. Trustee
Glover stated that the developer who initially develops controls
the destiny of the land.
Mr. Lieberman stated that, if there is a parcel vacant on Lake-Cook
Road, and they have tried in good faith to negotiate, they want the
Village to assure that that parcel will not close their "window"
to the Town Center.
Trustee Glover stated that he has no problem with the financial
participation, as long as there is no cost to residents.
President Clayton polled the Board: "Yes" indicates favor of the
conceptual plan; "No" indicates opposition:
Marienthal: Absent
O'Reilly: Conceptually, she dislikes the plan intensely, and
because of that dislike, she would not want to
encourage the developer with any of the assistance
programs. If the plan were different, she probably
would consider the assistance; she believes 28 units
per acres is too dense; she does not see that this
plan would enhance the community at all. She believes
that the Town Center has been talked into the ground,
and perhaps should become a thing of the past.
Glover: He can agree with the land use, but he would have trouble
with the density, particularly the 8 and 5 story buildings;
it would depend on the type of product; he would favor
less dense, less height, and many amenities.
Mr. Schwartz pointed out that the B-5 ordinance provides for 30 units
per acre.
Reid: He thinks we are at a point where we either proceed with
the Town Center or not; this seems to be a viable plan;
he has concerns about the density; he believes this is a
step in the right direction; he could support land acquisi-
tion assistance and creative financing; he stated that,
although the 30 units per acre may be allowed, that does
not mean that it is automatic.
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Shields: Yes; he agrees with much of what Mr. Reid said; he
does not want to give up on the idea of the Town Center;
he believes this is the best plan put forth, as a concept,
he has concerns about the density; this is one of the few
opportunities the Village has had to consider the Town
Center, and he believes it should be given a chance to
go forward.
Kowalski: She questions the need for the Town Center; she questions
the practicality of the Town Center; she is not prepared
to give an answer tonight.
President Clayton stated that this item will again be on the agenda
for the January 6, 1986 Regular Meeting.
Mr. Raysa stated that, at the Home Rule Attorneys Committee, IDFA CAP
there was discussion as to whether or not the Village would be
willing to reallocate its unused IDFA cap to the State; there
was Board discussion on same.
There was no motion from the Board to reallocate these funds.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Glover, to adjourn the meeting. Upon ADJOURNMENT
voice vote, the motion was unanimously declared carried. The
meeting was adjourned at 11:18 P.M.
Janet Sirabian, Village Clerk
APPROVED BY ME THIS (p DAY
OF , 1986.
Village President