1975-12-22 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 4443
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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,
DECEMBER 22, 1975, AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO
GROVE, ILLINOIS.
President Fabish called the meeting to order at approximately 8:05 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, Bogart, Marienthal
Trustee Driscoll arrived at 8:45 P.M.
ABSENT: Trustee Carroll
Also present were Daniel Larson, Village Manager; Richard Raysa, Village
Attorney; Arnold Seaberg, Village Engineer; Charles McCoy, Director of Public
Works; and William Whited, Administrative Assistant.
1 . Minutes of December 15, 1975
Moved by Bogart, seconded by Marienthal , to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting held December 15, 1975, as published. The following corrections were
made:
1 . Page 4439 - second paragraph from bottom of the page - the following
sentence will be added: "It was the original agreement that Public
Works personnel would do the floor sealing."
2. Page 4440 - under Capital Improvement Program - after the third
paragraph - the following statement will be included: "Mr. Larson
stated that one alternative for funding the Public Services Building
was to have the Water Fund contribute."
3. Page 4440 - last sentence was changed to read, "She did not feel that
the Water Fund should assume more than its proper jurisdiction, just
as she did not feel the other categories of Village functions should
subsidize the other functions."
Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Mahoney, Rech, Bogart, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 2 - Driscoll , Carroll
Motion declared carried with corrections noted.
2. Questions from the Audience
There were no questions from the audience.
3. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Boys Club of America
Norman Katz, President of the Countryside Boys Club, introduced Eugene Sullivan,
Regional Director of the Boys Clubs of America, who in turn explained the
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the functions of Boys Clubs and the potential of its success in Buffalo
Grove.
Barbara Sheldon, Vice President of the Countryside Boys Club, stated that a
Board of Trustees has been formed and needs for a Boys Club in this area
has been assessed by means of a survey on youth services which had been
previously distributed to the Board. She then read a letter, dated December 14,
1975, from Mr. Katz to the President and Board of Trustees which requested that
a 20 year lease on the 5.5 acres of land located in The Crossings be made avail-
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able to the Countryside Boys Club.
During the discussion the following points were brought out :
1 . The program will be for both boys and girls.
2. The facility will be available for community activities and will be
run by a professional Executive Director.
3. Funds will be solicited from the Crusade of Mercy, foundations of
large companies, local fund raisers, and contributions from individuals.
4. A facility is necessary before funds can be solicited and before a
director can be hired.
5. If the club could lease the facility in question, it would be renovated
to be usable for the programs.
Moved by Bogart, seconded by Marienthal , that the Village Board's intent is
to lease the best possible piece of land that is available to the Countryside
Boys Club as soon as it is feasible.
Mr. Raysa stated that State Statutes do not permit the Village to lease a
piece of Village-owned land to a charitable or non-profit organization
without passing an ordinance stating that the property is no longer necessary
for use by the Village and also advertise the land is to be leased. He
explained that Statutes provide for leasing property to another governmental
body, such as the Park District, but not to a non-profit organization.
President Fabish asked if the Park District would have the same restrictions.
Mr. Raysa stated that he would check the Statutes. William Kiddle of the
Buffalo Grove Park District stated that their attorney has looked into the
matter and found it to be a "gray area"; however, he felt there would be a
possibility that some accommodation could be made.
Joe Settanni , President of the Buffalo Grove Park District, stated that the
Park District wants to use their good offices for any recreational addition
to the community. He said the Park District was formed as the recreational
arm of Buffalo Grove. Mr. Settanni read a statement from the Park District
inviting the board of the Countryside Boys Club to meet with them so that
they might better understand their program and offer assistance.
Mr. Sullivan stated that many Boys Clubs exist on public property that was
given to them by their municipalities.
Trustee Driscoll arrived.
President Fabish felt that before any action is taken, the legal question
must be resolved. He suggested that the Boys Club Board and the Park District
Board meet with the developer to discuss the use of the land.
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Trustee Mahoney asked Mr. Raysa to investigate if there are particular
restrictions on the 5.5 acres in question because of the terms of the
annexation agreement.
Trustee Rech did not feel the Boys Club should be referred to as a youth
center because it will supervise involved programs not only for youth but
also for other segments of the population. She felt the Village should assist
the Boys Club in trying to find a piece of land where the Boys Club can put
their facilities before homes are built so that property owners will know
that the Boys Club will be there prior to their purchase. She asked Mr. Raysa
to research to determine if there is any way the Village can accommodate the
Boys Club.
Because there were many questions to be answered, Trustee Bogart withdrew
his motion.
Arlington Heights Road
The Board reviewed the agreement for engineering services with the firm of
Metcalf & Eddy/Alstot, March & Guillou, Inc. , for the reconstruction of
Arlington Heights Road north of the county line to Route 83 pursuant to the
FAUS funding requirements.
Mr. Larson stated that the agreement for reconstruction of the road has been
approved by the Village and Lake County and approved by the State pending
final selection of an engineering firm to design the road and final acceptance
by the federal highway authority. He said it is the recommendation of Mr.
Seaberg and Mr. McCoy to retain this firm for engineering services.
Mr. Larson referred to a letter from Edward Streed, Lake County Superintendent
of Highways, dated December 19, 1975, which states the cost of acquisition of
right of way will be shared with the County on a 70-20-10 basis as stipulated
in the July, 1975, agreement.
George March described the FAUS program.
Mr. Raysa felt that the agreement for engineering services should include a
section providing that if there is no federal funding, the agreement is null
and void. Discussion followed.
Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Bogart to approve the agreement for engineering
services subject to approval of the Village Attorney.
Mr. Larson suggested that the agreement include a provision for Lake County
Board signatures.
In response to a question from Trustee Rech, Mr. March stated that if an
environmental impact statement is necessary, a public hearing must be held.
Trustee Rech felt that there should be a public hearing. Mr. March suggested
that if the matter is an advertised agenda item, a full participation of the
public would be accomplished.
Upon roll call , the vote was:
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AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Executive Session
Moved by Bogart, seconded by Rech to move to executive session to discuss
pending litigation. Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
9:30 P.M. - The Board moved to executive session.
9:50 P.M. - The meeting resumed.
{ Chesterfield/Arrowhead Planned Development
President Fabish read Ordinance #75-45, AN ORDINANCE DISCONNECTING CERTAIN
TERRITORY FROM THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE (Chesterfield property located
on the northeast corner of Arlington Heights Road and Lake Cook Road.)
Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Rech to approve Ordinance #75-45. Upon roll
call , the vote was:
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Emmerich Park Lease
President Fabish stated that the Village Attorney has prepared a revised
lease agreement with the Buffalo Grove Park District for property next to
Well #3 in accordance with Board direction given at a previous meeting.
Moved by Bogart, seconded by Mahoney to approve the lease. Upon roll call ,
the vote was :
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Ordinance #75-46
President Fabish read Ordinance #75-46, AN ORDINANCE ABATING TAXES FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING.
Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Rech to approve Ordinance #75-46 as read.
Upon roll call , the vote was :
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
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Lake County CETA Program
Mr. Whited explained the CETA program. The Board reviewed Mr. McCoy's report,
dated December 16, 1975 , requesting placement of an additional person in the
Village organization (Sewer Department) under the CETA funding program.
Trustee Rech emphasized that the employee should be advised that the Village
may not be able to extend his employment when the CETA funding expires. Mr.
Whited stated that the CETA counselor explains this to the person.
Moved by Rech, seconded by Driscoll to approve the Sub-Grantee Agreement and
the Outstation User Agreement with Lake County CETA Program as requested by
Mr. McCoy.
In response to a question from Trustee Bogart , Mr. McCoy explained that the
other two CETA employees filled vacant positions, but this employee would fill
a new position in the organization.
Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Resolution #75-48
President Fabish read Resolution #75-48, a resolution providing for a three
man Board to review transportation needs in the Northwest area.
Moved by Rech, seconded by Mahoney to approve Resolution #75-48, with the
second whereas clause deleted.
After discussion , the vote was:
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Wagner Farm
The Board reviewed the request of Levitt Residential Communities for a change
in the preliminary plan for the Wagner farm. President Fabish noted that the
change would reduce the number of homes from the 314 previously approved to 165.
Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Driscoll to forward this request to the Plan
Commission for public hearings.
Trustee Rech asked Mr. Seaberg to speak to Mr. Sleek of Levitt about resolving
the Aspen Ditch problems.
Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
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Didier Farm
The Board reviewed the request of Surety Homes for annexation of certain
property located north of Busch Road at Route 83 (Didier Farm) .
Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Rech to refer this request to the Plan
Commission for review and public hearing.
In response to a question from Trustee Bogart, Mr. Larson stated that Surety
Homes will request R-5 zoning for 199 single family homes.
Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
The Crossings Public Areas
Mr. Larson stated that when the plat for Unit 3 of The Crossings was approved,
provisions were made for the access points to the lake/park area from Fremont
Way. He said deeds for the two parcels (Lots A and B) have been received.
Mr. Raysa stated that the deeds are subject to a mortgage and should not be
accepted. He preferred a Warranty deed and a statement that all 1975 taxes
are paid in full .
Moved by Bogart , seconded by Driscoll to table consideration of acceptance
of the deeds. Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES : 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Capital Improvement Budget
The Board reviewed the sections of the addendum to the Capital Improvement
Budget regarding Water System, Sanitary Sewer System, and Storm Sewer System
Improvements.
Trustee Rech referred to page IV-10 and felt that it should be clarified that
Well #6 and reservoir will be paid with Village funds. The developer will
construct them and the Village will repay the developer. She also felt there
should be no total on that page because Well #6 expense is included twice.
Trustee Driscoll felt that acquisition of land for the retention basin to
provide for relief of University Court flooding should be included in the
Storm Drainage Systems portion of the budget. Mr. Larson stated that Wheeling
Township has indicated they would pay a portion of the expense provided the
drainage facility was designed to service the property on Jackson Drive.
After discussion, it was decided to include this land acquisition with an
estimated cost of $100,000.
4. Board Comments
Water Rate Study
After discussion, it was decided that the Board would hear the report from
the Water Rate Study Committee on January 12, 1976, at a regular meeting. The
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report will be the only item on the agenda. Trustee Rech suggested that no
vote be taken at that meeting so that the Board may consider the report and
comments for one week prior to voting.
5. Adjournment
Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Bogart to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice
vote, the motion passed unanimously.
Time: 11 :35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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PASSED AND APPROVED this day of \- 1, - . ,-..7, 1976.
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