1976-03-15 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 4522
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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,
MARCH 15, 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,
Marienthal
ABSENT: Trustee Carroll
Also present were Daniel Larson, Village Manager; Richard Raysa and William
Raysa, Village Attorney; James Shirley, Village Treasurer; Charles McCoy,
Director of Public Works; Richard Glueckert, Finance Director; and William
Whited, Administrative Assistant.
1 . Minutes of March 8, 1976
Moved by Rech, seconded by Driscoll to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting held March 8, 1976, as published. Upon roll call , the vote was :
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
2. Warrant #332
Mr. Shirley presented Warrant #332, in the amount of $44,241 .53. Moved
by Rech, seconded by Marienthal to approve Warrant #332. After discussion,
the expenditure, in the amount of $25.00, to National Licenses Beverage
Association for a publication was deleted making the grand total of the
warrant $114,640. 36. Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 4 - Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAPES: 1 - Mahoney
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
3. Village Manager's Report
Mr. Larson reviewed the Summary of Administrative Activities for the Month
of February, 1976.
4. Board Comments
Trustee Rech complimented the Police Department, the Public Works Department,
and everyone who participated in President Ford's visit to Buffalo Grove. She
felt that the event ran smoothly.
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In response to a question from Trustee Bogart, Mr. Larson recommended the
revenue portion and general fund expenditure portion of the budget be
discussed at next week's meeting leaving salaries to be discussed after
the full budget document has been reviewed.
5. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Board, Commission and Committee Appointments
The Board reviewed a report, dated March 5, 1976, from the Village Clerk 1
regarding terms of office for members of Village Boards, Commissions, and
Committees.
Moved by Bogart, seconded by Rech to adopt the procedure to provide that
terms of office for all Commissions, except the Police and Fire, Police
Pension Board, and Z.B.A., be for three years with 1/3 of each Commission
expiring each year and to direct the Village Attorney to prepare the
necessary amendments to Ordinances. Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, -Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Board of Health Appointment
Upon recommendation of the Board of Health, President Fabish reappointed
Sheila Griffie, Joan Kuffell , and David Saidel to the Board of Health with
terms to expire on April 30, 1979.
Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Driscoll to concur with the President 's
appointments. Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
Environmental Control Commission
Upon recommendation of the Environmental Control Commission, President
Fabish appointed Tim Dunne to the Commission with the term to expire on
April 30, 1979.
Moved by Marienthal , seconded by Driscoll to concur with the President 's
appointment. Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
Golf Course Purchase
Mr. Shirley reviewed his report , dated March 2, 1976, regarding financial
position and potential for funding the purchase of the Buffalo Grove Golf
Course based on financial results of the first complete 12-month operation
by the Village.
The Board also reviewed the Village Attorney's letter, dated February 18,
1976, regarding municipal purchase of real estate by installments.
Discussion took place regarding types of repayment schedules, conservativeness
of the report , and possibility of a referendum. 1
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Mr. Shirley stated that he is not outright recommending purchase of the
golf course under this program. He did feel that the figures are close
enough for the Board to pursue the question.
Moved by Bogart, seconded by Rech that the Board accept Mr. Shirley's
recommendation #1 and direct the staff and Village Attorney to explore
installment purchase agreement, making arrangements with local banks first.
Trustees Bogart and Marienthal felt the question should go to referendum
so the people may voice their opinion. Mr. Shirley stated that a referendum
will cause the Village to incur approximately $50,000 additional cost. He
suggested that instead of referendum, public meetings be held to inform
citizens.
In response to a question from Trustee Marienthal , Mr. Shirley explained
why revenue bonds would be more costly than other methods of financing the
purchase.
Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Sunshine Optical Sign
Upon recommendation of Marvin Hymen, Plaza Verde developer, and after review,
it was moved by Bogart, seconded by Driscoll to grant a variance to the sign
criteria agreement in Plaza Verde for the Sunshine Optical sign as presented.
Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart , Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Sewing Basket Sign
Upon recommendation of Marvin Hymen , Plaza Verde developer, and after review,
it was moved by Marienthal , seconded by Mahoney to grant a variance to the
sign criteria agreement in Plaza Verde for the Sewing Basket sign as presented.
Upon roll call , the vote was :
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart , Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Trustee Rech suggested that the developer of Plaza Verde adjust the criteria so
that it will not be necessary to request a variance from the Board.
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Codification of Village Ordinances
The Board reviewed the report, dated March 1 , 1976, from Mr. Whited
regarding codification of Village Ordinances.
Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Rech to accept Mr. Whited's recommendation
to contract with Book Publishing Company to codify Village Ordinances subject
to Mr. Raysa 's review of the contract. Upon roll call , the vote was :
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Boundary Agreement/Arlington Heights
The Board reviewed a draft of a boundary agreement negotiated with Arlington
Heights. It was noted that the agreement would not be binding, but that it
is a statement of intent by both Village Boards.
Moved by Bogart , seconded by Mahoney to refer the agreement to the Plan
Commission for review and comment. Upon roll call , the vote was:
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Court Reporter
The Board reviewed a report, dated March 8, 1976, from the Village Clerk
recommending use of a court reporter for public hearings. After lengthy
discussion, it was decided to have the staff investigate a more sophisticated
tape recording system. •
Public Service Center Carpeting
The Board reviewed bids for carpeting of the central office area of the
Public Service Center.
Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Driscoll to accept the low bid of Office
Equipment Company of Chicago, in the amount of $1 ,404.80, for tortoise
shell carpeting. Upon roll call , the vote was :
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
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Strathmore Grove Rezoning
Mr. Larson stated that when the property south of Thompson Boulevard was
rezoned from R-9 to R-6, the half acre parcel zoned B-1 erroneously was
included. He requested the Board to consider an ordinance correcting this
error. Discussion followed regarding the legal description.
Moved by Driscoll , seconded by Mahoney to table consideration of the
proposed ordinance until Mr. Raysa has reviewed it. Upon roll call , the
vote was:
AYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal
NAPES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 1 - Carroll
Motion declared carried.
Omni House Coffee Hour
The Board reviewed the request from Omni House for a coffee hour with the
Village Board. After discussion , it was decided to set April 7, 1976, at
7:30 P.M. , for the meeting.
Capital Improvement Fees
The Board reviewed a report, dated March 8, 1976, from the Village Engineer
recommending a new Capital Improvement Fee schedule. Mr. Larson stated that
these fees will be more in line with Village costs.
Moved by Rech, seconded by Marienthal to direct the Village Attorney to
prepare an amendment to Ordinance #72-26 incorporating the new fee schedule
for capital improvements as outlined in Mr. Seaberg's memo, dated March 8,
1976.
Trustee Bogart noted that Surety Homes ' petition for annexation will be
heard at next week's meeting. He did not feel the new schedule should be
applied to them because it would be an additional cost they were not aware
of during their discussions with the Plan Commission, Park District , and
School District. Trustee Mahoney stated that the new ordinance would not
be in effect in time for their annexation.
6. Board Comments
Route 53 Extension
Trustee Rech stated that the proposed Route 53 extension north will effect
marshland in Lake County. She felt Buffalo Grove should contact other
communities that will be affected. She said if the highway is constructed
as proposed, it will double the amount of water in the Buffalo Creek. Pres-
ident Fabish asked the staff to investigate the matter and report to the Board.
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Bicentennial Commission
Trustee Bogart announced that the Bicentennial Commission will meet on
March 16, 1976, to make a final decision on their projects. He said they
are considering a fiberglass buffalo, contribution to Bicentennial Park,
and contribution to the Boys Club.
In response to a question from President Fabish, Mr. Raysa stated that if
the money was generated from fund raisers, Village Board approval is not
required.
In response to a question from Mr. McCoy, Trustee Bogart stated that
landscaping of Village Hall is no longer being considered as a project.
Fire Protection District
Upon Mr. Raysa's request, President Fabish stated that he and Mr. Raysa will
meet with representatives of the Wheeling Rural Fire Protection District ,
the Village of Wheeling, and the Long Grove Rural Fire Protection District
in order to determine a plan of action for the Village with regard to fire
protection service.
7. Adjournment
Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Driscoll to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice
vote, the motion passed unanimously.
Time: 10:20 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
rna L. Clayton, Village C1
PASSED AND APPROVED this �'
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