1976-02-02 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 4469
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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,
FEBRUARY 2, 1976, AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO GROVE,
ILLINOIS.
President Fabish called the meeting to order at approximately 8: 10 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 ,
Marienthal .
Also present were Daniel Larson, Village Manager; Richard Raysa, Village Attorney;
James Shirley, Village Treasurer; Charles McCoy, Director of Public Works; and
William Whited, Administrative Assistant.
1 . Minutes of January 19, 1976
Moved by Rech, seconded by Mahoney to approve the minutes of the regular meeting
held January 19, 1976, as published. The following addition was made: Page 4463 -
between paragraphs 8 and 9 - "In response to a question from Trustee Carroll ,
Mr. Bailey confirmed that the R.T.A. would pay 100% of the cost for the first
six month trial period. Following that , if the Village decides to continue the
program, the R.T.A. would pay up to a maximum of 45% of the cost."
Upon roll call , the vote was :
AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried with addition.
2. Warrant #329
Village Treasurer James Shirley presented Warrant #329, in the amount of
$103,253. 18. Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Driscoll to approve Warrant #329.
Several items were questioned but no changes made. Upon roll call , the vote
was:
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAPES: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
3. Questions from the Audience
There were no questions from the audience.
4. Board Comments
Strathmore Grove
Trustee Mahoney stated that he had received complaints from residents of
Strathmore Grove regarding snowmobiling on the future park site. He suggested
that Levitt be asked to post "no snowmobiling" signs.
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President 's Round Table
Because of low attendance at the President 's Round Table, Trustee Mahoney
felt that the organizations should be surveyed to determine if they feel it is
worthwhile.
5. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Bicentennial Commission/Appointments
Upon recommendation of the Bicentennial Commission, the President appointed
the following people to the Commission:
Barbara Sheldon - Commission Chairperson
Nick Rubino - Treasurer
Carol Hall - Chairperson of Festival Committee
John Panella - Chairman of Finance Committee
Carol Polkow - Secretary
Jack Sharp - Chairman of Public Relations Committee
Connie Warwick - Chairperson of Horizons Committee
Pat Panella - Member
Darlene Coe - Member
Sue Swanson - Member
Erika Eddy - Member
Susan Popp - Member
Dwight Chapman - Member
Greg Goldbogan - Member
Mary Kay Yost - Member
Tom Fitzgerald - Member
President Fabish stated that because of change in employment, Mr. Fitzgerald
had to resign as chairman of the Commission.
Moved by Bogart, seconded by Marienthal to concur with the President 's appoint-
ments. Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
Voice of Democracy Program
William Laurent , Commander of V. F.W. Post 2327, presented Darwin Peterson
of the Buffalo Grove High School Speech Department a certificate of appreciation
for his assistance in the Voice of Democracy Program.
Mr. Laurent then presented a certificate and check to Sue Lesch who was the
first place winner of the contest in Buffalo Grove and the third place winner
in the 4th District. Miss Lesch presented her speech, "What Our Bicentennial
Heritage Means To Me."
Civil Defense Emergency Operation Center
Paul Soucy, Civil Defense Director, reviewed his memo, dated January 15, 1976,
regarding an interim Emergency Operating Center (EOC) .
Mr. Larson asked if an EOC can be used for day to day governmental functions.
Mr. Soucy stated that one of the criteria is that there are two participating
departments.
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In response to a question from Mr. Larson, Mr. Soucy stated that if the down-
stairs area of the Village Hall were an EOC, Civil Defense funds could be used,
on a matching basis, for remodeling but not for the basic shell . He said that
by increasing the density of the inner wall of the downstairs area of Village
Hall with 12" of concrete, the Village can successfully participate in the
Federal Funding Program.
Mr. Soucy requested the Board to support the idea of an EOC, authorize solicita-
tion of estimates for a 12" solid concrete wall , and when estimates are received,
commit definitely to an EOC. Discussion followed regarding construction in
stages and financing of same.
Moved by Carroll , seconded by Mahoney to authorize solicitation of estimates
for installation of a 12" solid concrete wall in the lower level of Village
Hall for an EOC.
Trustee Mahoney requested a clearer explanation of cost and construction prior
to the Board's consideration of the estimates.
Trustee Bogart requested an explanation of which fund will be charged for the
expense.
Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Police and Fire Commission
President Fabish presented to Police and Fire Commissioners, Nick Tufano,
Joseph Spiner, and George Burnetti , certificates of completion for Phase
Workshop Commissioners Assistance Program.
Buffalo Grove Days
Trustee Bogart stated that the report for Buffalo Grove Days 1975 will be
presented at next week's Board meeting. The report will indicate that cost to
the Village was approximately $3,800. He said that over the last five years,
the cost of Buffalo Grove Days has averaged between $2,500 and $3,000.
Moved by Bogart, seconded by Mahoney to run Buffalo Grove Days 1976. Upon
roll call , the motion passed unanimously.
Moved by Bogart, seconded by Rech to approach the Buffalo Grove Jaycees to
select a general Chairman for Buffalo Grove Days 1976. Upon voice vote, the li
motion passed unanimously.
President Fabish appointed Trustee Bogart liaison to the Buffalo Grove Days
1976 Committee.
Mill Creek Public Improvements
Mr. Larson stated that inspections of public improvements have been consumated
for Mill Creek Subdivision Units 1 , 2, 3, and Apartments. He recommended
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acceptance of same. He reviewed a report, dated
P PJanuary 29, 1976, from Mr.
McCoy itemizing work to be done and the negotiated settlement.
Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Driscoll to accept the public improvements as
recommended by the staff.
Robert Gamades, Director of Operations for Miller Builders, presented a letter
from Skokie Valley Asphalt Company confirming that they will resurface the
intersection of Radcliffe Road and Mill Creek Drive and a quotation from a
land surveyor to cover the installation of needed concrete monuments shown on
the Plats of Subdivision.
In response to a question from Trustee Bogart, Mr. McCoy stated that Mr.
Seaberg feels that the swale between Mill Creek and Frenchmen 's Cove will
correct the problem. Trustee Carroll requested that the work be done before
Labor Day. Mr. McCoy stated that it would be.
In response to a question from Trustee Rech, Mr. McCoy stated that all streets
have been brought up to specification.
In response to a question from Trustee Rech, Mr. McCoy stated that Miller
Builders planted 203 parkway trees as agreed. They will be required to replace
any, if necessary.
In response to a question from TrusteeB-ogart, Mr. McCoy stated that Miller
Builders cleaned every basin in Mill Creek last year.
In response to a question from Trustee Bogart, Mr. Larson stated that the
Park District would like to have the east bank of the retention basin fine
graded. In response to a question from Trustee Bogart , Mr. Gamades stated
that the developer would not fine grade the bank.
Moved by Bogart, seconded by Carroll to table consideration of acceptance of
Mill Creek public improvements until such time as fine grading the east bank
of the retention basin is resolved. Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Rech, Bogart , Carroll , Marienthal
NAYES: 2 - Mahoney, Driscoll
Motion declared carried.
President Fabish requested Mr. Larson to contact the Park District for
information so that this matter may be settled at the next Board meeting.
Public Service Center
President Fabish reviewed Mr. McCoy's memo, dated January 28, 1976, regarding
bids received for sealing the floor of the Public Service Center. The following
three bids were received:
Artlaw Sealing Engineers Footage -- 12,300 Sq. Ft.
105 S. Fairbank Street Guarantee -- 5 years
Addison, Ill . 60101 Cost : $2,398.50
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Industrial Machinery & Service Co. Footage -- 12,300 Sq. Ft.
P. 0. Box 63 Guarantee -- 1 year
Prospect Heights, Ill . 60070 Cost: $3,444
D. J. 's Complete Maintenance Service Footage -- 12,300 Sq. Ft.
391 Gregg Lane Guarantee -- 1 year
Buffalo Grove, Ill . 60090 Cost : $1 ,930
Trustee Rech favored awarding the contract to the company offering the five
year guarantee. Moved by Rech, seconded by Driscoll to accept the bid of
Artlow Sealing Engineers in the amount of $2,398.50.
Trustee Carroll was concerned that Artlow's bid did not conform with specifica-
tions. Mr. McCoy stated that he would obtain a letter from Artlow stating the
work would be done in conformance with attached specification.
Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Carroll , Marienthal
NAPES: 1 - Bogart
Motion declared carried.
Trustee Bogart stated that he preferred awarding the contract to a local person.
Ordinance #76-2
President Fabish read Ordinance #76-2, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE, PRO-
VIDING FOR THE REGULATION AND OPERATION OF THE COMBINED SEWER AND WATER SYSTEM
AND FIXING RATES AND CHARGES (ORDINANCE NO. 70-9) .
Trustee Rech proposed changes to the Ordinance.
Moved by Driscoll , seconded by Carroll to table consideration of Ordinance
#76-2 until it has been revised. Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
Ordinance #76-3
President Fabish read Ordinance #76-3, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
74-36, SAID ORDINANCE BEING ENTITLED, "COIN OPERATED AMUSEMENT DEVICES."
After discussion, it was decided that the ordinance should be clarified to
state the operator of the premises , where the machine is located, is responsible
for returning money lost in a malfunctioning machine.
Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Driscoll to approve Ordinance #76-3 subject to
the Village Attorney' s review. Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Resolution #76-4
President Fabish read Resolution #76-4 , a resolution authorizing the execution
of a Warranty Deed to transfer certain property by Well #4, located behind the
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Ranchmart Shopping Center. Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Mahoney to approve
Resolution #76-4. Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Resolution #76-5
President Fabish read Resolution #76-5, a resolution appropriating Motor Fuel
Tax Funds for street maintenance needs. Moved by Driscoll , seconded by Marienthal
to approve Resolution #76-5. Upon roll call , the vote was :
AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Rech , seconded by Driscoll to authorize solicitation of bids for
bituminous patching material and street sign material . Upon roll call , the
vote was:
AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Ordinance #76-3
Mr. Raysa presented and President Fabish read a revised copy of Ordinance
#76-3, Coin Operated Amusement Devices. The ordinance was changed in accordance
with direction given earlier in the meeting.
Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Rech to approve Ordinance #76-3 as revised.
Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
Prudential Realty Company
President Fabish reviewed a letter, dated January 15, 1976, from Prudential
Realty Company requesting to develop the property located at the southeast
corner of Route 83 and Arlington Heights Road with a limited retail center.
Moved by Rech , seconded by Driscoll to refer the request to the Plan Commission
for review and recommendation.
Trustee Bogart stated that when this matter returns to the Board, he will be
opposed to changing the B-3 zoning to B-2.
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Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech , Driscoll , Bogart , Carroll , Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
Motion declared carried.
6. Board Comments
Plaza Verde Shopping Center
Trustee Mahoney referred to a recent article in "Modern Stores and Offices"
which was complimentary to Plaza Verde Shopping Center and the Appearance
Control Commission.
Because the concept of the Appearance Control Commission was originally pro-
posed by former Trustee Chuck Vogt , it was moved by Mahoney, seconded by
Driscoll to send a copy of the article with a friendly note to him. Upon
voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
Garbage Pick Up
Trustee Rech asked if the Village has an alternative plan for garbage pick up
in case of a union strike. Mr. Raysa stated that the Village cannot interfere
with a union dispute, but that the Village could hire a non-union company.
Salary Plan 1976-77
Trustee Carroll requested that Board members be given any reports regarding
salaries of other Villages prior to Board consideration of the budget. She
also requested a breakdown of the current salaries.
Village of Long Grove
Trustee Carroll asked if Buffalo Grove will have a representative at the Long
Grove public hearing regarding Arcadia Farm. Mr. Larson stated that the
consideration is one acre single family residential zoning.
7. Adjournment
Moved by Driscoll , seconded by Mahoney to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice
vote, the motion passed unanimously.
Time: 10:15 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Verna L. Clayton, Village Cle
PASSED AND APPROVED this day of , 1976.
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