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1974-09-16 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 4016 9/16/74 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, SEPTEMBER 16, 1974, AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS. President Armstrong called the meeting to order at approximately 8:25 P.M. Those present stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Clerk called the roll and found the following: PRESENT: President Armstrong; Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll Also present were: Daniel Larson, Village Manager; Richard Raysa, Village Attorney; William Balling, Administrative Assistant; Charles McCoy, Director of Public Works; and William Dettmer, Chief Inspector. 1 . Minutes of September 3, 1974 Trustee Mahoney moved to approve the minutes of September 3, 1974, as submitted. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion. Trustee Rech referred to page 4000, under "Mill Creek Park", and requested the following insertion Mr. Larson stated that Miller Builders annexation agreement and one year extension has expired, but their zoning, as such, is still intact , and they will still need final plat approval . Trustee Rech referred to page 4005 in discussion regarding the Phoenix Development, and noted there were several comments from citizens in the audience that night and stated those names , addresses, and their objections should be incorporated into the minutes. Trustee Osmon stated the objections should be stated as strongly as they were voiced so there is no effort to subvert the intent of the comments. President Armstrong requested that Mrs. Clayton listen to the tapes of the meeting and add a synopsis of comments made by the citizens. Trustee Osmon moved to table the minutes of September 3, 1974. Trustee Rech seconded the motion, and a roll call vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen , Rech NAPES: Trustees Mahoney and Driscoll The motion carried. 2. Minutes of September 10, 1974 Trustee Shirley moved for approval of the minutes of September 10, 1974, as submitted. Trustee Rech seconded the motion. A voice vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAPES: None ABSTAIN: Trustee Rathjen The motion carried. 4017 9/l6/74 3. Warrant #296 Trustee Shirley presented Warrant #296, in the corrected amount of $81 ,674.35, and moved for its approval . Trustee Rech seconded the motion, and a roll call vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Rathjen, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: Trustees Osmon and Mahoney The motion carried. Trustee Osmon stated his negative vote was not for the same reason as Trustee Mahoney. 4. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Driveway Opening Variation Mr. James Kowieski , Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals, reviewed a request from Mr. and Mrs. Fred Parsegian, 38 Crestview Terrace, for a second opening for a driveway. Mr. Kowieski stated that the driveway was constructed five years ago; that the Parsegians obtained a permit; and were not informed that two curb crossings were illegal . He stated the Zoning Board of Appeals voted three to one to grant the request. Trustee Rech questioned Mr. Kowieski 's reason for voting "naye". He replied he was voting for the letter of law. Trustee Mahoney moved for approval to grant the variation. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion, and a voice vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon , Rathjen , Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None The motion carried. Mr. Kowieski announced that his term on the Zoning Board of Appeals would expire on September 26, 1974, and thanked the Board and Mr. William Dettmer for their cooperation during his term. President Armstrong thanked Mr. Kowieski for his efforts. Lake County Planning Commission President Armstrong recognized Mr. Tim Wright and Mr. Jim Stengle of the Lake County Planning Commission who gave a presentation on the Subarea Program for Vernon Township. Mr. Stengle stated research is being done into the various planning elements in each subarea and this data will be analyzed, evaluated and presented in a preliminary plan. Mr. Wright indicated other Villages involved in Subarea 4 were Long Grove, Mundelein , Libertyville, Lincolnshire, Vernon Hills , and Wacounda. Mr. Stengle stated information in the subarea report will be incorporated into the Lake County Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Wright stated the continuing County programming will consist of 4018 9/16/74 updating, reviewing, and revising zoning ordinances, flood plain ordinances, etc. They requested that the questionnaire supplied to the Board be filled out tonight in an attempt to get vocal attitudes as they relate to the various planning elements in each subarea. Trustee Shirley questioned where and to what extent does the Comprehensive Plan of the Village enter into this total program. Mr. Stengle stated because the Village already has adopted a Comprehensive Plan , it will be incorporated into their planning in Vernon Township. �./ Trustee Osmon questioned how boundaries of subareas were determined. Mr. Wright stated it was based on census data and township boundaries , and an effort to place together areas with similar growth, characteristics, and problems. President Armstrong stated the questionnaire would be filled out at a later date and the Village Manager would send it to them. Mr. Carl Genrich, Chairman of the Buffalo Grove Plan Commission , commended the Lake County Planning Commission on their work, but did not wish to see them caught in the trap of approving a lot of high density development in unincorporated areas. He felt that in reference to the subarea plans, some kind of coordinating operation should be incorporated so that all the Villages in the subarea can work together, thereby eliminating controversy with other communities. William Balling, Administrative Assistant, felt a statement of jurisdiction should be incorporated in the plan. Trustee Shirley commented on recent Lake County decisions , such as the Hank Farm and the Bugner Farm zoning, and noted the Village of Buffalo Grove requires more of a developer than the County. Discussion followed. Trustee Rathjen suggested a copy of the Master Plan and Map be referred to the Lake County Planning Commission to reaffirm the Village's support of that Master Plan. President Armstrong stated he would send a letter to the Lake County Planning Commission reaffirming support of the Village Comprehensive Plan, and suggesting the Commission host a dialogue among communities in the subarea. Resolution No. 74-22 Trustee Mahoney moved to remove Resolution No. 74-22 from table. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion , and a voice vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None The motion carried. President Armstrong read Resolution No. 74-22, a resolution regarding the recent decision of the Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals recommending rezoning of the Bugner Farm located on Weiland Road. Trustee Osmon moved for approval of Resolution No. 74-22. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion. Discussion followed. 4019 9/16/74 The Clerk called the roll and found the following : AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon , Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None The motion carried. Trustee Osmon recommended that Mr. Balling make the presentation to the Lake County Board. Northwest Municipal Conference President Armstrong reviewed a request from the Northwest Municipal Conference for approval of an Executive Director at an annual expense to the Village of no more than $1 ,000. Mr. Larson reviewed a letter dated May 2, 1974, outlining the job description for this position. Trustee Mahoney moved to authorize Mr. Larson or President Armstrong, at the next meeting of the Northwest Municipal Conference, to indicate that the Buffalo Grove Board is willing to go along with the request to appoint such a person up to the maximum expense of $1 ,000, provided all member Villages participate and limited to one year. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion. In response to a question from Trustee Osmon , President Armstrong stated a great benefit could be received if such a person could correlate and follow through with the ideas that are brought up at the meetings. In reply to a question from Trustee Rech, President Armstrong stated, if approved, this person would be hired next year. In reply to a question from Mr. Robert Bogart, 930 Plum Grove Circle, President Armstrong stated there are 16 communities involved in the conference and if one community votes against this, the matter is completely rejected. In response to a question from Trustee Rathjen, President Armstrong stated matters of the Conference that have been discussed but not followed through are water, public transportation, and solid waste disposal . Trustee Rathjen noted that the Village has had representation at area water supply meetings; that the recent R T A vote relects little interest in public transportation; and a solid waste disposal district would have to encompass an area for larger than the 16 communities. The Clerk called the roll and found the following: AYES: Trustees Osmon, Mahoney, Driscoll , President Armstrong NAYES: Trustees Shirley, Rathjen, Rech The motion carried. Ordinance No. 74-30 President Armstrong read Ordinance No. 74-30, an ordinance extending until October 11 , 1975, the period in which the Grand Spaulding dealership facilities must be completed. Trustee Mahoney moved to approve Ordinance No. 74-30. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion. In reply to a question from Trustee Rech on completion date, Mr. Howard Alterman, attorney representing Grand Spaulding Dodge, stated excavation is 85% complete, foundation is 80% complete, water main is completed, and depending upon the severity of the winter, they are hoping for May or June 4020 9/16/74 occupancy. Trustee Rech stated she felt a six month extension would be ample. Trustee Osmon felt a construction schedule should be available before approving the extension. He referred to the agreement , reference saving of the three trees located on the property, and felt they did not make an effort to do so. Mr. Alterman stated every effort was made to preserve the trees. Mr. Balling stated he spoke with Ron Schwartz of Grand Spaulding and was advised that the grading was such that the trees could not be preserved. Trustee Osmon asked Mr. Raysa if the request is denied, could the building �./ be completed. Mr. Raysa stated it could Trustee Rathjen stated he would vote for the extension , but was not excited with the performance of Grand Spaulding. The Clerk called the roll and found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon , Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAPES: None The motion carried. Presidential Proclamation President Armstrong proclaimed the week of October 6 through October 12, 1974, as Lions Week with special emphasis on Candy Day for the Blind on Friday, October 11 , 1974, and requested concurrence of the Board. Trustee Mahoney moved to concur. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion and a voice vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon , Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAPES: None The motion carried. Cambridge-on-the-Lake Trustee Rech questioned if a building permit had been issued for Building 6 of Cambridge-on-the-Lake. Mr. Larson stated, to his knowledge, there has not. Trustee Rech referred to Plan Commission minutes which stated the zoning variation is no longer valid; therefore, they will have to go back through the initial procedure. She asked if Mr. Brown had been advised of this. President Armstrong stated he would inform him. Questions from the Audience Dundee Road Median Strip Mr. Stan Haarr of the Plan Commission questioned if there is a plan available showing plantings on Dundee Road. Mr. Larson stated he would make a copy available to him. President Armstrong stated a meeting was held last Friday with Mr. Ron Kennedy of the State Highway Department , with Representative Harold Katz, Senator Bradley Glass, David Potter and Larry Schwartz, at which time an agreeable decision on the Dundee Road planted median was reached. He stated the plantings begin at the eastern boundary of the Village and extend to the entrance of 4021 9/16/74 Cambridge-on-the-Lake. From that point , west to Betty Drive, there will be a mountable median. From Betty Drive west to the Lieberman property, it is planted. From that point west to the west boundary of the new bank building, mountable median. From that point west just short of Arlington Heights Road at the entrance of Grand Spaulding Dodge, it will all be planted and there will be a planted area from Arlington Heights Road, eastern most section, to the entrance of the High School . He stated where there is mountable medians , the Village will encourage businesses to do additional plantings in front of their property. ../ Mrs. Dorothy Berth questioned if a Blue Ribbon Committee will be created to determine plantings. President Armstrong stated the Appearance Control Commission will do the initial planning and then a community Blue Ribbon Committee will be appointed. Plan Commission Mr. Stan Haarr questioned the status of the Plan Commission's request to lower the number of Commissioners to 9 from 11 . President Armstrong stated this item will be placed on the agenda in two to three weeks. Tree Replacement Trustee Osmon stated that he is aware of an Ordinance whereby, if a tree is removed by a developer, it must be replaced with a like tree. Mr. Larson stated he would look into the matter. Willow Stream Park Trustee Osmon stated there is an unpaved area between the end of Farrington Drive and the beginning of the road at Willow Stream Park, and requested a shared cost between the Village and the Park District be investigated. Mr. Charles McCoy, Public Works Director, stated he hoped to have the portion paved this year. Dundee Road Median Strip Trustee Rathjen noted that the Board has not approved the planted median strip for Dundee Road and expressed concern over expense and sections of property which are blocked by unmountable median. President Armstrong stated the matter would be placed on the agenda when cost is determined. There being no further business to conduct, Trustee Mahoney moved to adjourn. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion and upon a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Time: 10 : 10 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Village Clerk 1 PASSED AND ROVED is ) day of ,.lid - , 1974. Vil age rest y nt