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1976-08-23 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 4679 8/23/76 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, AUGUST 23, 1976, AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO GROVE , ILLINOIS. President Fabish called the meeting to order at approximately 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 Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll ABSENT: Trustee Marienthal Also present were Richard Glueckert, Acting Village Manager; Nick Rubino, Village Treasurer; Charles McCoy, Director of Public Works ; Carl Rapp, Assistant Village Engineer; and William Whited, Administrative Assistant. Richard Raysa, Village Attorney, arrived at 8:20 P.M. 1 . Minutes of August 2, 1976 Moved by Bogart, seconded by Carroll to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held August 2, 1976, as published. Upon roll call , the vote was : AYES: 4 - Rech, Driscoll , Bogart , Carroll NAYES: 0 - None ABSTAIN: 1 - Mahoney ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. Minutes of August 16, 1976 Moved by Carroll , seconded by Rech to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held August 16, 1976, as published. The first line of page 4676 was changed to read, "Trustee Bogart suggested the project could be financed by not abating part of the tax." Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 4 - Mahoney, Rech, Bogart, Carroll NAPES: 0 - None ABSTAIN: 1 - Driscoll ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried with change noted. 2. President 's Report I l Buffalo Grove Days President Fabish noted the minutes of the last meeting and asked if the Board would be willing to reconsider their decision not to permit the water fights as a Buffalo Grove Days event. He favored having them because it is a once a year event. He noted the amount of water lost by a leaky faucet. Trustee Bogart noted that the hose line of the golf course water system is not large enough to be used for the water fights. He said the Committee is of the opinion that the water fights are needed to hold the crowd and that the 30,000 gallons needed will not cause a problem with the Village water system. 4680 8/23/76 Trustee Mahoney felt it would be a waste of water, but the Committee should have been given more notice. Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Driscoll to allow the water fights for Buffalo Grove Days 1976. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 3 - Mahoney, Driscoll , Bogart NAYES: 2 - Rech, Carroll ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. Trustee Rech said her negative vote was because it reflects frivolity on the part of the Village considering the water shortage in the northwest suburbs. President Fabish said that the fireworks could be considered a frivolity but it is part of the Buffalo Grove Days tradition. Trustee Carroll felt that the Committee could have organized another event to hold the crowd. She felt the water fights make the Village look as if it does not care about the water shortage in the area. Trustee Bogart announced that there will be a block party on Saturday, September 4, 1976, at the golf course. There will be a band for dancing and some surprise events. 1 3. Questions from the Audience There were no questions from the audience. 4. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Village Insurance Warren Van Der Voort of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. , reviewed his letter, dated 1 August 18, 1976, regarding the 1976 renewal insurance program. He said the premium has increased by $26,436 or 28%, because of the bad insurance climate, 10% increase in payroll , and increase in property values. By assuming a $5,000 deductible for all bodily injury and property damage liability claims, there was a savings of $9,000 per year premium expense. Mr. Raysa arrived. In response to a question from President Fabish, Mr. Van Der Voort said there possibly could be a savings by blending the Village's insurance with the Buffalo Grove Fire Department 's. In response to a question from Trustee Bogart, Mr. Van Der Voort stated that prior claims would be handled under the insurance policy held at the time of the incident. In response to a question from Trustee Rech, Mr. Van Der Voort stated that no additional areas of risk have been added to this package. In response to a question from Trustee Rech, Mr. Glueckert felt the Board should take Mr. Van Der Voort 's recommendation with regard to the $5,000 deductible. r 4681 8/23/76 Moved by Carroll , seconded by Bogart to accept the insurance program as outlined by Mr. Van Der Voort of Arthur J. Gallagher & Company. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll NAYES: 0 - None ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. Trustee Mahoney asked Mr. Van Der Voort to contact the staff next week to advise them of the most current thinking on liability coverage for the swine flu vaccine distribution program. Burglary Prevention Code Sgt. Blanchette, Officer Weidner, Officer Deters , and Officer Del Re of the Crime Prevention Bureau of the Police Department were present to review a proposed anti-burglary security code for the Village. Officer Weidner stated that Springfield and Sangamon County tried to pass a similar ordinance but failed due to resistance from the building trades. Sgt. Blanchette felt that it failed because the building trades were not consulted during the draft of the ordinance. Officer Weidner stated that the proposed program will be for new construction and remodeling of existing buildings. It primarily covers better and more secure hardware for windows and doors. Officer Deters stated that the insurance industry supports this type of ordinance and are discussing the possibility of reduced insurance premiums. Officer Deters felt that adoption of the proposed ordinance would reduce burglaries in Buffalo Grove and urged the Board to consider it. He then demonstrated types of one inch dead-bolt locks and security glazed glass. Sgt. Blanchette stated that residents have advised him that they would not have minded spending $125 more for their homes to have the more secure locks and windows. In response to a question from Trustee Carroll , Officer Weidner stated that the recommended hardware would cost approximately $125 per house more than the hardware normally used. Officer Weidner stated that Mr. Dettmer had talked with builders and found that they have no objection to the proposed ordinance. President Fabish polled the Board, "YES" indicating interest in pursuing the proposed ordinance and "NO" indicating no interest. The poll found the following: Mahoney - yes, if it would make the police staff more efficient, but did not like the idea of forcing people to take care of their property if they do not want to. Rech - yes - wanted more input from developers and Village Attorney 4682 8/2 3/76 Driscoll - yes - wanted input from insurance companies Carroll yes - did not want specifications ecifications too restrictive Bogart - yes - agreed with Mahoney's comments President Fabish commended the Police Department for their attitude, requested them to obtain input from developers, and requested comments from Mr. Raysa. He said the proposed ordinance will be placed on a future agenda. Route 83 and Buffalo Grove Road Moved by Bogart, seconded by Carroll to remove from table consideration of a request for rezoning 32 acres at the northwest corner of Route 83 and Buffalo Grove Road to R-3 with special use and B-l . Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Ronald Cope, attorney representing Harold Friedman, advised that the special use is for a planned unit development. In response to questions, Mr. Whited explained that Illinois does not have PUD enabling legislation ; therefore, a PUD must be granted under a special use. Moved by Bogart, seconded by Driscoll to refer the rezoning request to the Plan Commission for the necessary public hearings. Trustee Rech opposed the motion because she did not feel it would be in the best interest of the Village or the best use of the land. Trustee Carroll said Mr. Haralson, Town Center Consultant, had advised there should be no commercial on Buffalo Grove Road and Route 83, opposite the pro- posed Town Center. In response to a question from President Fabish, Mr. Raysa stated that because the land is in the Village, the Village is obliged to hear the request. If the request were for annexation , the Village would not have that obligation. Upon roll call , the vote was : AYES: 4 - Mahoney, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll NAYES: 1 - Rech ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. Crossings Public Land Moved by Bogart, seconded by Mahoney to remove from table consideration of the deed for public land in the Crossings. Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. After discussion , the following changes were made: 1 . Section 2 - include that the land may be used for any public purpose 2. Section 3 - include a time when the silo is to be moved 4683 8/2 3/76 3. Section 4 - should be changed to make the restrictions permanent Moved by Bogart, seconded by Carroll to direct the Village Attorney to contact James Otis to make changes in Sections 2, 3, and 4 of the restrictions and protective covenants, an exhibit to the deed for public land in the Crossings. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart , Carroll NAYES: 0 - None ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. Swine Flu Vaccine Program Upon request of Mr. Dettmer, it was moved by Driscoll , seconded by Carroll to table consideration of the swine flu vaccine distribution program. Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Liquor Control Ordinance The Board reviewed a memo, dated April 14, 1976, from William Whited regarding pro-ration of liquor licenses. Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Driscoll to prepare an amendment to the Liquor Control Ordinance to provide for pro-ration of liquor licenses on a semi-annual basis. Upon roll call, the vote was: AYES: 4 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart NAYES: 1 - Carroll ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. Resolution #76-41 President Fabish read Resolution #76-41 establishing a deferred compensation plan. The Board reviewed the deferred compensation plan summary, dated April 21 , 1976, prepared by ICMA Retirement Corporation. Mr. Glueckert stated that the purpose of this plan is to permit an employee to defer income, assuming it will be taken after retirement when a person 's tax bracket is at a lower rate. The program is at no cost to the Village. Moved by Bogart , seconded by Rech to approve Resolution #76-41 . Discussion followed regarding various aspects of the program. Moved by Driscoll , seconded by Mahoney to table consideration of the deferred compensation program until Trustees are able to contact the staff for answers to their questions. Upon roll call , the vote was: 4684 8/23/76 AYES: 2 - Mahoney, Driscoll NAYES: 3 - Rech, Bogart , Carroll ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion failed. Trustees indicated they had no more questions so the President asked for a vote on the original motion. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart , Carroll NAYES: 0 - None ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. Ordinance #76-33 Trustee Mahoney read Ordinance #76-33, AN ORDINANCE FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF TAXES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING ON THE FIRST DAY OF MAY, 1976 AND ENDING ON THE 30TH DAY OF APRIL, 1977. Mr. Glueckert was unable to answer questions with regard to the reason this year's Civil Defense levy was less than last year's and the reason the audit levy was higher. Moved by Carroll , seconded by Mahoney to table consideration of the Tax Levy Ordinance until August 30, 1976. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart , Carroll NAYES: 0 - None ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. President Fabish stated that Mr. Glueckert should be contacted during the week with any questions on the ordinance so that Mr. Larson can be prepared to answer them at the next meeting. Ordinance #76-34 President Fabish read Ordinance #76-34, an ordinance providing for the annual street and bridge tax levy. Moved by Rech, seconded by Driscoll to approve Ordinance #76-34. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart , Carroll NAYES: 0 - None ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. Ordinance #76-35 President Fabish read Ordinance #76-35 providing for the annual levy for the working cash fund. Moved by Bogart, seconded by Rech to approve Ordinance #76-35. Upon roll call , the vote was: 4685 8/23/76 AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart , Carroll NAYES: 0 - None ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. Ordinance #76-36 President Fabish read Ordinance #76-36, AN ORDINANCE ABATING TAXES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING. Moved by Carroll , seconded by Driscoll to table Ordinance #76-36 until the Tax Levy Ordinance is approved. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll NAYES: 0 - None ABSENT: 1 - Marienthal Motion declared carried. Congressman Crane President Fabish announced that Congressman Crane will be at the Village Hall on Saturday, August 28, 1976, for a roundtable discussion with Village officials in the 12th Congressional District. 5. Adjournment Moved by Carroll , seconded by Driscoll to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Time: 10:25 P.M. Respectfully submitted, _7 fn //� �. 6 Verna L. Clayton, Village Cler/ PASSED AND APPROVED this ,..g0 day of , 1976. 6-6/(La42 Village President v l.i