1985-03-11 - Village Board Special Meeting - Minutes 6573
3/11/85
MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
VILLAGE BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO
GROVE, ILLINOIS HELD IN THE COUNCIL
CHAMBERS, VILLAGE HALL, MARCH 11, 1985
President Clayton called the meeting to order at 7:35 P.M. CALL TO
Those present stood and pledged allegiance to the Flag. ORDER
Roll call indicated the following present: President Clayton; ROLL CALL
Trustees Marienthal, Stone, O'Reilly, Hartstein, Glover, and
Reid. Also present were William Balling, Village Manager;
William Raysa, Village Attorney; William Brimm, Finance
Director; Gregory Boysen, Director of Public Works; Ray Rigsby,
Superintendent of Public Works; James Truesdell, Village Planner;
Fire Chief Wayne Winter; and Paul Kochendorfer, Village Treasurer.
President Clayton read from a Proclamation proclaiming the week PROCLAMATION
of March 10-16, 1985 as Girl Scout Week in Buffalo Grove, and (Girl Scouts)
urged all residents to support this worthy organization.
Mr. Balling noted that, for the 3rd year in a row, the Village MFOA CERTIF-
has received a Certificate of Conformance for its Annual Report ICATE OF
from the Municipal Finance Officers Association for the period CONFORMANCE
ending April 30, 1984. President Clayton congratulated Mr. Brimm
and Mr. Balling on this achievement.
President Clayton asked if there were anyquestions from the QUESTIONS FROM
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audience; there were none. THE AUDIENCE
Mr. Balling explained the proposed resolution. Moved by Stone, RESOLUTION
seconded by Glover, to pass Resolution #85-13, approving the #85-13
Commonwealth Edison easement agreement (Corporate Grove water (Com Ed
main and storm sewer) . Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows: Easement)
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Stone, O'Reilly, Hartstein, Glover, Reid
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Hal Frank, with the law firm of Rudnick & Wolf, made a SIEFERT
presentation which has been revised in response to concerns of PROPERTY
the Board which were raised at the last meeting; he also mentioned (Anden
alternatives for the eastern-most portion of the property which Corporation)
was originally slated to be commercial. Mr. Balling reported on
the meetings which he and President Clayton had with the Park
District regarding their proposed purchase of the western half
of the subject property; he stated that the Park District
representatives have definitely indicated a desire to acquire
the western portion of the site. In answer to a request from
Trustee Hartstein, Mr. Frank reviewed the alternatives regarding
fiscal impact. Mr. Jerry Pfeffer stated, in answer to a question
from Trustee O'Reilly, that the site lies in School District 96,
and that it could conceivably affect students.
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Trustee O'Reilly asked the Park District representatives exactly
what they want from the Village. Mr. William Schwebke, Park District
commissioner, stated that it is not a question of if the Park District
will acquire the property, but when; they have determined that they
have both the legal and financial means to acquire the property,
without a referendum; they have been interested in the property for
over a year; Mr. Mike Rylko stated that the Park District would
prefer that the Village Board rezone the property as park use; he
stated that they would pay their share of the recapture costs if
necessary; the proposed park would be a multiple athletic type
facility with ball fields, soccer fields, playground, and a picnic
shelter; lights would be installed if necessary; they will provide
adequate parking; they would meet Village ordinances with regard
to detention.
Trustee Marienthal asked, if lights were installed, they would go
off at a set time so as not to disturb the neighborhood; Mr. Rylko
stated that that problem has been addressed. In answer to Trustee
Marienthal, Mr. Rylko stated that the Park District will pass an
ordinance at their meeting this evening stating their intent to
acquire the property, and they will supply the Village with a copy
of that ordinance. Trustee Marienthal stated that he hopes that
the Park District will seek the input of the neighbors in developing
the property. Mr. Frank stated that it is the desire of the developer
to have the entire parcel, both the east and west portions, referred
to the Plan Commission tonight. Trustee Marienthal complimented the
developer on the reduction in density in the single-family area, but
thinks there needs to be more reduction of density in the multi-
family area. Mr. Pfeffer reviewed the changes which were made in
response to comments made by the Board at the last meeting.
In answer to a question from President Clayton, Mr. Pfeffer stated
that he wishes the Board to go on and consider the plan, even in
light of the comments from the Park District; he said that the
offsite improvement and the recaptures would have to be negotiated.
Trustee Stone stated that he did not see any reason to discuss this
tonight since there is not an alternative proposal for the eastern
site if the Park District buys the western site. Mr. Pfeffer stated
that he does not believe that it would be economically feasible to
build single-family on the eastern parcel, without having any multi-
family on the plan. Trustee Glover stated that he thinks that it is
premature to refer this to the Plan Commission tonight. Trustee Reid
concurs with the comments from Trustee Glover and Trustee Stone; he
thinks that there would be a different plan presented if only the
eastern parcel were being considered. Mr. Frank stated that they
have a time limit set by the seller, and they would like to see the
negotiations continue. Mr. Paul Kochendorfer made several negative
comments regarding the purchase of this parcel by the Park District;
Mr. William Schwebke, Park District commissioner, responded to Mr.
Kochendorfer's comments. Mr. Wayne Wright, 3 Springside Court,
stated that most of the neighbors who live near the property know
what the Park District proposes to do with the parcel, and they would
prefer the parks, even with more noise, lights, etc.
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Another resident of Springside Lane stated that she did not
appreciate having someone speak for her, and she also would prefer
a park on the property.
Mr. Scott Brummon asked who is going to maintain the parks; Mr.
Pfeffer stated that the lakes would be maintained by the homeowners
association and the condominium association.
Mr. Robert Melanowski, 502 Windover asked about the drainage ditch
on the eastern portion of the property; Mr. Pfeffer responded. Mr.
Dave Cancek of Crown Point Drive stated that he believes the multi-
family will create too much traffic in the area; Mr. Pfeffer stated
that, in the opinion of the experts, the roads will hold the traffic.
Mr. Dancek also asked why single-family could not be built on the
eastern portion; Mr. Pfeffer responded that the single-family will
not work by itself.
Trustee Hartstein stated that he believes that it is important for
the Village to keep all options open, and he thinks that can be
done by addressing what the Park District has stated this evening,
as well as take into consideration the plan which is being presented.
Moved by Hartstein to refer the plan to the Plan Commission, accompanied
by all comments made at tonight's meeting. There was no second to the
motion.
Mr. Gary Sabriano of Wellington Hills commented on the proposed
development and urged the Board to consider the quality of life
for the community, as well as the property values of the surrounding
homeowners.
Mr. Balling reviewed the changes which were being made at the request 1985-86
of the Board at the last meeting. Discussion was held regarding the PROGRAM
State's decision to charge only one-half of the regular price for BUDGET
vehicle stickers for handicappedresidents.
r s d ents.
Explanation and discussion were then presented regarding the Fire
Services - 421 section of the CORPORATE FUND, with the majority of
same being directed to the Dive/Rescue program, which was explained
by Chief Winter.
President Clayton polled the Board: "Yes" indicates favor of
leaving the air compressor in the budget; "No" indicates opposition:
YES: Marienthal, Stone, O'Reilly, Hartstein, Glover, Reid
NO: None
Trustee O'Reilly asked if the entire Board was in agreement that
the Village should not charge for ambulance calls, because she
does not want to see it come up again; there was no objection
from the Board.
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Mr. Brimm reviewed the Water Operations-541, Sewer Operations-542,
Sinking Fund Reserve-543, Reserve for Revenue Bond Principal &
Interest-544, and Reserve for Revenue Bond Depreciation &
Contingencies-545 budgets in the ENTERPRISE FUND; he and Mr.
Balling answered questions from the Board on same.
Mr. Balling explained and answered questions on the following
funds: IMRF Fund - 501, Revenue Sharing Fund-502, MFT Improvement
& Maintenance Projects-504, Facilities Development Fund-511,
Village-wide Contractual Street Maintenance Fund-512, Municipal
Building Debt Service Fund-521, Fire Department Debt Service
Fund-522, Contractual Street Maintenance Debt Service Fund-523,
Golf Course Debt Service Fund-524, Police Pension Fund-531, Fire
Pension Fund-532, Working Cash Fund-535, and Central Garage-537.
Mr. Balling stated that staff would bring back the information
requested by the Board, and put the budget on the agenda for
passage at the March 18, 1985 Regular Meeting.
Moved by Reid, seconded by Marienthal, to adjourn the meeting. ADJOURNMENT
Upon voice vote the motion was unanimously declared carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:02 P.M.
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Janet I+ Sirabian, Village Clerk
APPROVED BY ME THIS 14 DAY
OF , 1985.
Village President