1977-05-02 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 4933
5/2/77
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK AND LAKE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS, HELD MONDAY,
MAY 2, 1977, AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO GROVE,
ILLINOIS.
President Fabish called the meeting to order at 8:00 P.M. Those present
stood and pledged allegiance to the Flag.
The Clerk called the roll and found the following:
PRESENT: President Fabish; Trustees Carroll , Marienthal , Keister, Stone
ABSENT: Trustees Rech, Bogart
Also present were William Balling, Village Manager; William Raysa , Village
Attorney; Tom Fennell , Chief Inspector; and William Sommer, Administrative
Assistant. William Davis, General Superintendent of Public Works, arrived
at 9:05 P.M.
1 . Minutes of April 25, 1977
Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Carroll to approve the minutes of the
regular meeting held April 25, 1977, as published. Upon roll call , the
vote was:
AYES: 4 - Carroll , Marienthal , Keister, Stone
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Motion declared carried.
2. Warrant #359
President Fabish presented Warrant #359, in the amount of $70,569.96.
Moved by Keister, seconded by Stone to approve Warrant #359.
Trustee Keister referred to the items under Club House Operating for
merchandise, and stated it was his understanding that merchandise for the
pro shop was ordered under consignment with bills coming due in June. Mr.
Balling said that he would check into this and report to the Board.
Trustee Carroll referred to the expenditure, in the amount of $28.50, to
Motorola, Inc. for supplies, under the ESDA Fund, and stated that she would
abstain from voting on the warrant because she is employed by Motorola.
Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 3 - Keister, Stone, Fabish
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSTAIN: 2 - Carroll , Marienthal
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Mr. Raysa stated that three affirmative votes is sufficient to pass the
motion.
Motion declared carried.
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Trustee Marienthal stated that he abstained from voting because he is
employed by Wilson Sporting Goods and there is a payment to them listed on
the warrant.
3. Questions from the Audience
Trustee Carroll 's Retirement
Joe Sloat, 602 Maple-, commended Trustee Carroll for the fine job she has
done for the community.
Vehicle Stickers
Chuck Wilhelm, 89 Glendale, felt it would have been more fair and equitable
if the Board had increased the vehicle sticker fee for all passenger cars
instead of just those over 35 horsepower. President Fabish explained that
the Board would have preferred to do this, but State Statutes dictate that
the maximum amount that can be charged for vehicles 35 h. p. or less is $10
and $20 for those over 35 h.p. Mr. Balling said that when the Village reaches
home rule status, the fee can be changed to be equal for all passenger cars.
4. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Resolution #77-28
President Fabish read Resolution #77-28, a resolution of appreciation for
retiring Village Trustee Carroll . Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Keister
to pass Resolution #77-28. Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
President Fabish presented Trustee Carroll a plaque in appreciation for her
service to the Village.
National Public Works/Water Awareness Week
President Fabish proclaimed the week of May 22 - 28, 1977, as Water
Awareness Week.
Trustee Marienthal questioned the contribution of $500. He asked if all
communities in the Northwest Municipal Conference were contributing a like
sum. He asked what benefits would be derived for the Village. Mr. Balling
said the money would be spent for training and public education equipment
and displays to create a greater awareness for water conservation. Trustee
Marienthal requested an itemization of equipment and displays to be purchased.
Trustee Keister hoped that the Village would take advantage of the equipment
and use them in the Village.
Resolution #77-29
President Fabish read Resolution #77-29, A RESOLUTION VACATING ARROWHEAD
SUBDIVISION PLAT. Moved by Carroll , seconded by Marienthal to pass Resolu-
tion #77-29.
It was explained that in accordance with the Chesterfield settlement agree-
ment, this plat is to be vacated so that the plan can be redesigned. The
Village Board and Plan Commission will have full plan review power subject
to specific unit counts as set forth in the settlement agreement.
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In response to a question, Mr. Raysa stated that if this plat is vacated,
the developer cannot build until a new plat is approved; however, the
developer and the Village have the protection of the settlement agreement.
Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Carroll , Marienthal , Keister, Stone
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Rech , Bogart
Motion declared carried.
Resolution #77-30
Trustee Marienthal read Resolution #77-30, supporting the American Waterworks
Association position opposing the policies of the Illinois Environmental
Protection Agency. Moved by Carroll , seconded by Stone to pass Resolution
#77-30. Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Carroll , Keister, Stone
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Motion declared carried.
Weidner Resubdivision Easement Vacation
President Fabish stated that because of the relocation of Lake-Cook Road, the
40' right of way easement on the corner of Lake-Cook Road and Circle Drive is
no longer necessary.
Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Carroll to vacate the 40' easement along
the south property line of Lot 1 of the Weidner's Resubdivision. Upon roll
call , the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Carroll , Marienthal , Keister, Stone
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Motion declared carried.
Strathmore Grove One Acre Park Site
Mr. Balling stated that Stanley Crosland of the Buffalo Grove Park District
requested that consideration of conveyance of the Strathmore Grove one acre
park site on Oxford Drive to the Park District be deferred until May 16, 1977,
so that their attorney can review the documentation.
Moved by Carroll , seconded by Marienthal to table consideration of land
conveyance to the Park District until May 16, 1977. Upon roll call , the
vote was:
AYES: 4 - Carroll , Marienthal , Keister, Stone
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Motion declared carried.
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Golf Club Carpeting
Upon recommendation of the staff, it was moved by Carroll , seconded by
Marienthal to authorize bidding on Welco Club Champion and Philadelphia
Lawndale carpeting for the golf course club house per specifications
presented. Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Carroll , Marienthal , Keister, Stone
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Motion declared carried.
Resolution #77-31
President Fabish read Resolution #77-31 supporting the Lake County Forest
Preserve District's acquisition of land west of Buffalo Grove. Moved by
Marienthal, seconded by Carroll to pass Resolution #77-31 . Upon roll call ,
the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Carroll , Marienthal , Keister, Stone
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Motion declared carried.
ESDA Onan Generator
The Board reviewed staff reports from Mr. Balling and from Paul Soucy,
Director of ESDA, requesting authorization to repair the Onan generator
with Forces, Inc. for an estimated amount of $2,600.
Mr. Balling said that President Fabish had asked him to contact Mr. Soucy
to determine if another generator could be purchased for $500, but to date,
he has been unable to meet with him. Mr. Balling noted that Mr. Soucy is
very frugal with his budget; therefore, he felt Mr. Soucy would have recom-
mended a purchase for $500 instead of repair for $2,600 if purchase had been
possible. The Board felt it would be best to table this item until this can
be confirmed.
Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Stone to table consideration of repair of
the Onan generator until May 16, 1977. Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Carroll , Marienthal , Keister, Stone
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Motion declared carried.
Ridgewood Subdivision
Robert Fogarty of Centex Homes of Illinois was present to request a site
plan modification for the northeast corner of the Ridgewood Subdivision.
The present plan designates this area for duplex homes which has proved to
be undesirable; therefore, the developer wishes to change the plan to town-
houses or single family homes.
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After discussion, it was moved by Marienthal , seconded by Keister to refer
the request to the Plan Commission for a recommendation. Upon roll call ,
the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Carroll , Marienthal , Keister, Stone
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Motion declared carried.
Public Hearings
Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Keister to establish June 6, 1977, for
public hearings for the Muller/Green annexation and the Falcon annexation.
Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Marienthal , Keister, Stone, Fabish
NAPES: 1 - Carroll
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Motion declared carried.
Coin Operated Amusement Devices
The Board reviewed staff reports recommending changes to the Coin Operated
Amusement Devices Ordinance. After discussion, it was decided to make the
following changes:
1 . Delete Section II regarding permitted place of operation.
2. In Section I - delete "(but excepting pool tables)".
3. In Section V - change permitted number of devices to 3 coin
operated amusement devices and 1 juke box.
The Village Attorney was directed to prepare an ordinance incorporating
these changes.
MFT Materials
The Board reviewed staff reports regarding bids received on April 6, 1977,
for MFT materials for 1977. Bid tabulation was as follows:
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1977 MFT MATERIALS BID TABULATION
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE 4-6-77
BIDDER MATERIALS -MATERIALS
HOT MIX COLD MIX CONCRETE CA-6 FA-6 BLANKS FACES TAPE LETTERS
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Meyer Materials $5860.00 05.55/Ton $262.50
`29.30/cu. $5.95/Ton ($5.25/T)
d ($6.25/Ton
Vulcan Materials 1 .60/2on 1 .50/To
Liberty Asphalt Co. $12.50/Ton $12.50/Tory
14.8 miles
Peter Baker & Sons Co.
11 miles 512.50/ToN12.50/To
Arrow Road Construction
11 .2 miles $12. 50/Ton
Leininger Midstates
Paving Co. $14. 75/Ton
f Premier Sales $948. 80
3M Mfg. Company 12,520. 10 $613.80 $3,036.70
Warning Lites of Ill . >896.00 �`3,059.50 $540.00 $2,761 . 84
Vulcan Signs & Stamping 1839.0 >$2,511 .30
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U. S. Standard Sign Co. >855.20 ' 1 ,957.g?" $540.00
Fosco Fabricators Inc.
E g882.00 p2,222.30 $539.82 $2,551 .00
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In response to questions, Mr. Davis stated that he did not know why there
was only one bid on the concrete. He said the State of Illinois Department
of Transportation listed our bid notice in their bulletin which is circulated
state-wide.
Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Keister to accept the low bids (circled in
the bid tabulation) as recommended for MFT maintenance materials. Upon roll
call , the vote was:
�-� AYES: 4 - Carroll , Marienthal , Keister, Stone
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Rech, Bogart
Motion declared carried.
5. Board Comments
Garden Plots
Trustee Marienthal announced that due to weather, garden plots were not
ready last week-end, but will be ready for planting this next week-end.
Lake Michigan Water Allocations
Mr. Balling announced that the Village has received a surface water allocation
of Lake Michigan water of 1 . 16 mgd. as opposed to our application of 1 .80 mgd.
He said he and President Fabish will be meeting with other municipalities to
discuss alternatives of routing the water to Buffalo Grove.
Council Chamber Chairs
Mr. Balling displayed a sample of chairs that will be purchased for the
Council Chambers.
6. Adjournment
Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Carroll to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice
vote, the motion passed unanimously.
Time: 9:40 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Verna L. Clayton, Village rk
PASSED AND APPROVED this .3 day of �`" , 1977.
Village President