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1976-04-19 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 4550 4/19/76 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, APRIL 19, 1976, 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. In the absence of the Village Clerk, Trustee Rech moved to appoint Carol Hennenfent Clerk Pro Tem. Seconded by Carroll . The motion passed unanimously. The Clerk called the roll and found the following: PRESENT: President Fabish; Trustees Mahoney, Rech, Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal Trustee Driscoll arrived at 8: 10 P.M. Also present were Daniel Larson, Village Manager; Richard Raysa and William Raysa, Village Attorneys; Arnold Seaberg, Village Engineer; Harry Walsh, Chief of Police; Art Voigt, Police Sergeant; William Davis, General Superintendent; James Shirley, Village Treasurer; and William Whited, Administrative Assistant. 1 . Minutes of April 12, 1976 Moved by Rech, seconded by Carroll to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held April 12, 1976. Trustee Carroll requested the following corrections : Page 4543, paragraph 4, after the sentence Trustee Driscoll arrived, add the following sentence "The matter under discussion was then reviewed for Trustee Driscoll ." Page 4548, paragraph 5, add the following at the end of the paragraph after Discussion followed, "at which time in answer to a question by Trustee Carroll , Jim Raupp and his attorney Mark Beaubien stated Mr. Raupp had no interest whatsoever in Wheeling Disposal and only in Buffalo Grove Disposal Company." Upon roll call the vote was : AYES: 4 - Rech, Bogart , Carroll , Marienthal NAPES: 0 - None ABSTAIN: 1 - Mahoney ABSENT: 1 - Driscoll Motion declared carried with corrections. 2. President 's Report - None 3. Village Manager's Report Mr. Larson provided the President and Board with a copy of the Summary of Administrative Activities for the month of March, 1976. 4. Questions from the Audience In response to a question from George Evert reference Wheeling Disposal trucks being parked at Mr. Raupp's place of business , Trustee Carroll stated that the question to Mr. Raupp was if he had any legal or financial interest in Wheeling Disposal and he stated that he did not but he did acknowledge that they did park their trucks on his property. 4551 4/19/76 5. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Police Cadets President Fabish reviewed the memo of Sgt. Blanchette dated April 15, 1976, reference the Police Cadet Program. He stated this is the first class of the Buffalo Grove Police Cadet Training Academy. Mr. Fabish then presented the following cadets with certificates: Jim Buster, Dennis Cornelius, David Halverson, David Harris, Richard Jacobson , Jerry Libit , Judy Stevens , Richard White, Richard Mann, and Larry Weidner. Trustee Driscoll arrived during the presentation. Executive Session Moved by Carroll , seconded by Bogart to adjourn to executive session to discuss personnel . Time: 8: 15 P.M. The Board returned from executive session at 10:20 P.M. and the meeting resumed. 1976-77 Budget Mr. Larson stated that during executive session salary ranges and cost of living increases were discussed. The salary ranges as recommended in the staff report were revised as follows: Administrative Assistant - 4% cost of living increase to this range Director of Community Development - annual range of $22,000 - $24,500 Chief Inspector - annual range of $17,000 - $20,400 Secretary I - annual range of $9,000 - $11 ,000 Secretary II - annual range of $7,200 - $10,000 Bookkeeper - annual range $8,100 - $10,500 Account Clerk - 4% cost of living increase to salary range Utility Control Clerk - annual range of $8,100 - $10,500 Office Manager - annual range of $8,460 - $11 ,000 Finance Director - annual range of $17,000 - $22,500 Director of Golf Operations - annual range of $18,200 - $20,880 plus lesson income Assistant Golf Professional - annual range of $10,000 - $14,000 plus lesson income Chief of Police - annual income $22,000 - $24,500 OIC - $35/Month, $420/yr. Director of Public Works - annual range of $22,000 - $24,500 General Superintendent - annual range of $17,000 - $20,400 General Laborer -remains same as 1975-76 - annual range of $8,208 - $9,372 New position - Custodian - annual range of $9,400 to $12,100 The remainder of the proposed ranges for 1976-77 were accepted as presented. All employees will receive a 4% across the board cost of living increase. Carroll reviewed her proposal of a 6% increase in the Sergeant and Patrolman positions stating these two positions are high risk positions; have shifting work hours; and are involved in a variety of situations. Carroll moved that the positions of Sergeant and Patrolman be increased 6%. Seconded by Bogart. Discussion followed. 4552 4/19/76 Mr. Larson stated he felt if a 6% increase could be afforded for all positions he would strongly support it; that at the present time funds are not available; and that he did not feel it right to select one department over another as each department has its own responsibilities in the workings of the Village. President Fabish stated that the 4% cost of living increase would begin May 1 , 1976. Trustee Carroll stated that in future years she felt the increase for these two positions should be a straight across the board raise with the rest of �./ the other departments. Trustee Bogart stated he agreed with the 6% raise for these two positions, but felt it should be for this year only. President Fabish stated that he also agreed with the 6% increase for these positions. Trustee Rech stated she felt one department should not be singled out over another; that the risk factor has been taken into account by the spread in income already; and would like to increase all, positions by the 6% but it cannot be afforded at this time. She also stated that the highest risk job according to statistics is garbageman. Trustee Mahoney stated that he is in agreement with Trustee Rech; that 4% is all that the Village can afford at this time. Discussion followed. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 2 - Bogart, Carroll NAYES: 4 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Marienthal Motion declared defeated. Trustee Marienthal reviewed his proposal for all employees who have been with the Village for four years or more to receive l% extra over and above the 4% cost of living increase. Moved by Marienthal to provide this 1% extra income for employees who have been with the Village four years or over. Seconded by Mahoney. Trustee Mahoney stated he was not in favor of this proposal but did second the motion for discussion purposes. He felt this should be a part of the longevity program. Mr. Larson stated a study on longevity is forthcoming. In response to a question from Trustee Rech, Trustee Marienthal stated the 1% would be over and above the salary ranges discussed but would not include department heads. President Fabish stated he would rather wait until the longevity program is initiated. Discussion followed. Mr. Larson stated there was not funds in the budget to afford a program this year, thus one was not recommended. In response to a question from Trustee Rech, Mr. Larson stated that 27 employees would be eligible for a longevity plan this year. it 4553 4/19/76 Jim Shirley stated that he favors a longevity but wanted the Board to program be aware of the fact that the top of the pay scale would generate a larger increase at 4% for an employee than an employee at the bottom or middle of the pay scale. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 1 - Marienthal NAYES: 5 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll Motion declared defeated. In response to a question from Trustee Bogart, Mr. Larson stated he would have an answer by next Monday as to the cost of the proposed salary plan and revise the budget accordingly. President Fabish stated the Village Manager's salary has been set at $25,000. Carroll moved that the Board approve the salary proposal as amended. Seconded by Bogart. In response to a question by Jim Shirley, President Fabish stated that the overall adjustment to the average metropolitan range is not acceptable. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal NAYES: 0 - None Motion declared carried. Arlington Retention Basin/Liquidated Damages President Fabish stated that the Board also discussed in executive session the claim for damages resulting from the loss of income while the retention basin was being constructed on the Arlington Heights Country Club grounds in the amount of $6,718. 14. Rech moved to accept the negotiated settlement with Mr. Taggart of the Arlington Heights Country Club for the delay in completion of the retention basin; that the Village agree to pay the sum of $5,500 in settlement; and that the Village Attorney be directed to draft a letter to the Metropolitan Sanitary District with regards to this fact stating that the Village is settling upon somewhat of a protest. Seconded by Carroll . Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal NAYES : 0 - None Motion declared carried. Ordinance No. 76-17 Trustees Mahoney and Rech read Ordinance No. 76-17, AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE ILLINOIS VEHICLE CODE AND BUFFALO GROVE SUPPLEMENT THERETO AS THE TRAFFIC CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE. Moved by Mahoney, seconded by Bogart to 4554 4/19/76 approve Ordinance #76-17 as presented. Upon roll call the vote was : AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal NAYES: 0 - None Motion declared carried. Vehicle License Enforcement Chief Walsh reviewed his recommendations reference revision of the Vehicle License Ordinance. Mr. Raysa stated he would prefer the Village receiving comments from Ron Sandler, Village Prosecutor, before consideration of this revision. This matter was deferred to another time. Ordinance/Regulating Taxi Cabs Moved by Bogart, seconded by Carroll to table consideration of this Ordinance pending review by the Village Attorney. Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 6 - Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll , Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal NAYES: 0 - None Motion declared carried. Law Day Proclamation President Fabish proclaimed May 1 , 1976, as Law Day U.S.A. in Buffalo Grove. Garden Plots Trustee Marienthal reviewed his letter to the President and Board dated April 16, 1976, reference garden plots, stating that because of construction II' the Otis site at The Crossings would not be available for use this year, but Jim Otis has offered for use a six acre site east of Route 83 and west of Arlington Heights Road. This site is located in Long Grove and Mr. Larson will contact the Village of Long Grove advising them of this matter if Board approval is given. Trustee Marienthal then reviewed the rules regarding the garden plots including the charge of $4.00 per plot to be used for any expenses involved in staking out the plots or any cost involved in providing a parking area. Discussion followed with Trustee Rech expressing concern the plot was not located within the Village of Buffalo Grove and of possible liability of the Village. Trustee Mahoney felt it was a project worth trying and if no interest was found, the $4.00 could be refunded and the project dropped. Trustee Carroll stated she felt the project should be self supporting - no cost to the Village. `-/ Marienthal moved that the Board implement the garden plot on the site that is located in the Village of Long Grove in accordance with his two memos dated March 12 and April 16, 1976, subject to the Village Attorney's review. Seconded by Mahoney. Discussion followed. In response to a question from Mr. Larson, Mr. McCoy stated that a budget of $500 would cover the cutting of weeds, if needed, tilling of the land, and the culvert and stone needed for accessibility to the property. Trustee Rech preferred waiting another year before implementing this project. 4555 4/19/76 Upon roll call , the vote was: AYES: 4 - Mahoney, Driscoll , Bogart, Marienthal NAPES: 2 - Rech, Carroll Motion declared carried. 6. Questions from the Audience Mr. George Evert expressed concern reference drainage of water onto his property from the Levitt subdivision of Strathmore. As the Board was not familiar with the particulars of this matter, Trustee Bogart requested a staff report regarding same. President Fabish stated that the Board will review the report and will then advise Mr. Evert on the matter. 7. Board Comments Arlington Heights 9 9 sAgreement_ Trustee Bogart stated that the Plan Commission has sent a memo to the Board reference the Arlington Heights Agreement and requested that this item be placed on the agenda within the next two weeks. Mr. Larson stated this would be done. Accident/Fire Truck Trustee Carroll expressed concern over the accident which involved a fire truck and several other cars at the intersection of Arlington Heights and Dundee Roads and stated she felt an investigation should be held regarding same. Mr. Larson stated that he has spoken with Chief Walsh and Chief Winter regarding same. After talking with the lieutenant riding with the driver, Chief Winter felt the driver did not over react under the given circumstances and took the only course of action available to him. Trustee Carroll stated , ,vim that perhaps this is a justification for OPTICOM and that this should b2,,„a/ reviewed. Mr. Larson stated that he would speak to the Chief of Police/and review the situation and report back to the Board to see whether or not OPTICOM is what it says it Water Problem/Buffalo Creek In response to a question from Trustee Bogart reference the water problem of Buffalo Creek south of Raupp Boulevard , Mr. Larson stated he would investigate and report back to the Board. Adjournment Moved by Bogart, seconded by Carroll to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Time: 11 :55 P.M. Respectfully submitted, )eLf-91."---21 Carol M. Hennenfent, Clerk ro Tem PASSED AND APPROVED this G" day of ( L ; , 1976. / Village President