1985-07-01 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 6647
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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, JULY 1, 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 Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, and Kowalski.
Trustee Glover was absent. Also present were: William Balling,
Village Manager; William Raysa, Village Attorney; James Doyle,
Assistant Village Manager; Frank Hruby, Director of Building &
Zoning; Richard Kuenkler, Village Engineer; James Truesdell,
Village Planner; and Paul Kochendorfer, Village Treasurer.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to approve the minutes of APPROVAL OF
the June 17, 1985 Regular Meeting. Upon roll call, Trustees MINUTES
voted as follows:
AYES: 4 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSTAIN: 1 - Shields
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Kochendorfer read Warrant #553. Moved by O'Reilly, WARRANT #553
seconded by Marienthal, to approve Warrant #553 in the amount
of $477,597.63, authorizing payment of bills listed. Upon roll
call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Trustee O'Reilly stated that she thought there was a need for NEWSPAPER
discussion with regard to an article which appeared in the ARTICLE
newspaper regarding the Rescorp Development proposal; she is
concerned that this developer met with the Park District prior
to meeting with the Plan Commission. In this particular case,
the changes made do not present a problem, but she is concerned
that a developer made changes from Park District input, without
the approval of the Village; she believes that serious communica-
tions problems could arise if this situation were to occur again.
Trustee Reid agreed with Trustee O'Reilly. Mr. Truesdell explained
how this particular situation occurred. Trustee O'Reilly stated
that staff should make Village procedure very clear to a developer.
Mr. Balling brought the Board up to date on the Zale Mortgage ZALE MORTGAGE
Revenue Bond Public Hearing; a second public hearing is necessary REVENUE BONDS
to correct a locational error made by the applicant; this hearing
will be conducted by the Village President on July 9, 1985, and a
report will be made to the Board on July 15, 1985. A more detailed
explanation is found in Mr. Brimm's memo to Mr. Balling of June 19,
1985, which is on file in the Clerk's office. The ordinance regarding
the Zale bonds will be on the July 15, 1985 agenda for consideration.
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Mr. Balling reviewed the landscaping situation for the Somerset SOMERSET
subdivision. The project was approved with special berming, and
landscaping; subsequently, residents requested fencing, which was
approved; residents now finishing out the Somerset subdivision
would prefer only landscaping, without berming.
After discussion, it was moved by Marienthal and seconded by
Reid, to refer this particular project back to the Appearance
Commission for the approval of the landscaping that would occur
along the northern boundary of this project. Mr. Balling noted
that it is not clear that the covenant was recorded on the Zale
lots. Following further comments, Trustee Reid withdrew his second;
therefore, the motion failed for lack of a second. Moved by Reid,
seconded by O'Reilly, to refer to the Appearance Commission re-
consideration of the question of the berming versus landscaping
along the Pauline property. Trustee O'Reilly stated that, after
further thought, she believes that the Board needs more information
on this subject before acting. Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by
Marienthal to table the subject. Upon roll call, Trustees voted
as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYE S: 0 -None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Balling noted that there will not be a meeting on July 8, FUTURE AGENDA
1985, and the next Regular Meeting will be held on July 15,
1985.
President Clayton asked if there were any questions from the QUESTIONS FROM
audience; there were none. THE AUDIENCE
President Clayton explained the Consent Agenda, and stated CONSENT AGENDA
any member of the audience or the Board could request that an
item be removed for full discussion; there were no such requests.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by O'Reilly, to approve the BANK OF BUFFALO
Appearance Commission recommendation reference the Bank of GROVE - ATM
Buffalo Grove, Lake-Cook and Arlington Heights Road facility, INSTALLATION
ATM installation. The Appearance Commission recommends approval
of the installation of an automatic teller machine at the Bank
of Buffalo Grove. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
�./ Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by O'Reilly, to approve the HIGHLAND POINT
Appearance Commission recommendation reference Highland Point UNITS 8-9
Units 8-9 landscaping. The Appearance Commission recommends LANDSCAPING
approval of the landscaping plan for these units of the subject
project. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
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Moved by Marienthal, seconded by O'Reilly, to approve the GREEN KNOLLS
Appearance Commission recommendation reference 1347 Green (1347 aesthetics)
Knolls Drive - architecture and lighting. The Appearance
Commission recommends approval of these aesthetic elements
of a single family home to be located on the subject lot.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
/ ABSENT: 1 - Glover
v Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by O'Reilly, to approve the B.G.COMMERCE
Appearance Commission recommendation reference Buffalo Grove CENTER LOTS 32/3:
Commerce Center Lots 32/33 - architecture/materials, landscaping (aesthetics)
and lighting. The Appearance Commission recommends approval of
these aesthetic elements of the subject project. Upon roll
call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by O'Reilly, to approve the CORPORATE GROVE
Watermain Easement for Corporate Grove Lots 8-14. The Village LOTS 8-14
Engineer recommends approval of this watermain easement which (Watermain
is required in conjunction with development of the subject lots. Easement)
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by O'Reilly, to approve the TRAMMELL CROW
Appearance Commission recommendation reference the Trammell RESTAURANT PAD
Crow Restaurant Pad - Chase Plaza - architecture/materials, (aesthetics)
lighting & landscaping. The Appearance Commission recommends
approval of these aesthetic elements of the subject project.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by O'Reilly, to approve the B.G.BUSINESS
Buffalo Grove Business Park Phase V architecture/materials, PARK PHASE V
lighting & landscaping. The Appearance Commission recommends (aesthetics)
approval of these aesthetic elements of the subject project.
Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
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Mr. Balling reviewed the background of the proposed ordinance. ORDINANCE #85-33
(Flood Plain
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to pass Ordinance #85-33, Ordinance)
amending the Flood Plain Ordinance, with the addition of the
word "dock" between the words "truck" and "which" in the 6th
line of paragraph 3) in the Ordinance. Upon roll call, Trustees
voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
President Clayton noted that, because of the anticipated AGENDA CHANGE
discussion on Item XII. , C. , it would be handled last on the
agenda.
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by O'Reilly, to pass Resolution RESOLUTION #85-34
#85-34, authorizing the execution of a second amendment to (Delice DeFrance)
Memorandum of Agreement between the Village of Buffalo Grove,
Illinois and Delice DeFrance, Inc. regarding the issuance of
Industrial Development Revenue Bonds. Trustee Marienthal noted
that he hopes that this will be the last extension requested.
Mr. John Winand of the Delice DeFrance Company responded to
Trustee Marienthal's comments, and gave the Board a brief update
on their progress. Upon roll call, Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
Mr. David Gootrad displayed a site plan, and reviewed the GOOTRAD
changes he had made to the plan, decreasing the number of PROPERTY
units to 42, and adding some amenities. Trustee Reid stated
that he does not like the density; Mr. Truesdell explained the
density incentives. Trustee Marienthal stated that he also does
not like the density, and thinks this would create a different
atmosphere on one small piece of property; he believes the
developer should attempt to acquire the property to the west.
Mr. Gootrad responded to Trustee Marienthal. Trustee O'Reilly
is also concerned with the density, as well as the fact that these
seven buildings will be segregated from the rest of the community.
Mr. Truesdell reviewed the terms and conditions of this annexation.
Trustee O'Reilly stated that she would like to know what the status
of the zoning is in this annexation agreement.
Mr. Rob Sherman, a resident, made some comments regarding the density.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to defer this subject. Upon
voice vote, the motion was unanimously declared carried.
President Clayton noted that Trustee Glover has spent a great TITLE 14
deal of time on this project. Mr. Doyle brought the Board up (Municipal Code -
to date on the proceedings on this subject; he briefly reviewed Signs)
the three major changes in the proposal which are detailed in
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Mr. Doyle's memo to Mr. Balling of June 26, 1985, involving
application, ground signs, and amortization of non-conforming
signs. After lengthy discussion, and confirmation from Mr.
Raysa that the ordinance could be written as such, President
Clayton polled the Board: "Yes" indicates favor of the ZBA
being a recommending Board with regard to variations when there
is an Appearance Commission recommendation involved also, with
the Village Board having the final authority; "No" indicates
opposition:
YES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NO: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
President Clayton declared a recess from 9:00 P.M. until RECESS
9:13 P.M.
There was lengthy discussion regarding whether a sign variation
should be tied to a property or a business. President Clayton
polled the Board as to their preference regarding sign variations
being tied to a property or a business:
PROPERTY: O'Reilly
BUSINESS: Marienthal, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
There was a great deal of discussion on all of the proposed changes
to the ordinance. In Section 14.44.010, Trustee O'Reilly noted
some confusion in reference to the Board and the Zoning Board of
Appeals, and she believes this should be cleared up.
Eddie Larsen, Appearance Commissioner, reviewed for the Board
his memo to Mr. Balling of June 28, 1985, containing his personal
views on this subject. Various points of Mr. Larsen's memo were
discussed at length, with more information being requested on the
following:
In Subsection A under ground signs, regarding the number
of ground signs, Mr. Larsen believes there should be a
more specific definition than "any existing ground sign".
Mr. Doyle and Mr. Heinrich both responded to Mr. Larsen.
Trustee O'Reilly agreed that it is confusing as it exists,
and thinks it should be clarified in writing.
In Section 14.20.070, paragraph D, regarding the area of
ground signs, Mr. Larsen stated that the table is very
difficult to enforce, and thinks it should be simplified.
Trustee O'Reilly agreed that written comments were warranted;
Trustee Reid concurred.
President Clayton stated that, when this topic comes before the
Board again, the items already discussed tonight would not be
discussed again, but the remaining items in Mr. Larsen's letter
would be discussed, and President Clayton suggested that staff and
the committee have written comments available regarding Mr. Larsen's
letter.
Mr. Balling reviewed the plan change for Rescorp. President RESCORP
Clayton asked Mr. Balling to be sure that the Plan Commission
sees both plans.
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Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid to move to Executive EXECUTIVE
Meeting to discuss land acquisition. Upon roll call, Trustees MEETING
voted as follows:
AYES: 5 - Marienthal, O'Reilly, Reid, Shields, Kowalski
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Glover
Motion declared carried.
The Board moved to Executive Meeting at 10:34 P.M. ; the
Executive Meeting terminated at 11:18 P.M.
Moved by O'Reilly, seconded by Reid, to adjourn the meeting. ADJOURNMENT
Upon voice vote, the motion was unanimously declared carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:35 P.M.
Janet M:2 Sirabian, Village Clerk
APPROVED BY ME THIS IS-Lk DAY
OF CLt `k) , 1985.
Village President