1974-03-25 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 3060
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i 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 25, 1974 , AT THE
MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BLVD. , BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS.
President Armstrong called the meeting to order at approxi-
mately 8 : 50 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 Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and
Driscoll. Trustee Osmon arrived at 10:15 P.M.
Also present: Daniel Larson, Village Manager; Richard Raysa,
Village Attorney; Arnold Seaberg, Village Engineer; William
Balling, Administrative Assistant.
1. Minutes of March 18, 1974
The Clerk stated that Trustee Osmon requested approval of
the minutes of March 18 be removed from the agenda until next
week because there were some changes he wished to make.
President Armstrong stated Trustee Osmon would arrive later
and the minutes would be discussed at that time.
2. Standing Committee Reports
Flood Control Committee
Trustee Rech stated Mr. James Austin, Chairman of the Flood
Control Committee, met with Mr. Moran of V & G Printing on
Saturday, March 23 , 1974, Mr. Moran advised him that his
company had misquoted printing costs for the Flood Control
Booklet, and the cost would be $1, 200. 00 instead of $930. 00.
Trustee Rech stated this quote would not be the low bid, and
that the next low bids were Variety Printing at $1 , 052 and
Des Plaines Publishing at $1, 080. Trustee Mahoney moved to
direct Trustee Rech to proceed on the bids for 4 , 000 copies
of the booklet. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion. Dis-
cussion followed regarding whether to print 3 , 000 or 4 , 000
copies of the booklet. Trustee Mahoney suggested the amount
be left at 4, 000 since the cost of the additional copies was
relatively low, but the final decision should be left to the
Flood Control Committee. A voice vote found the following:
AYES : Trustees Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustees Shirley and Osmon
The motion carried.
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3. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Twisted Oak Sidewalk
Mr. Allen Hable presented a petition, signed by 73 residents,
which read "We the undersigned residents of Lake County
Buffalo Grove, Illinois, are directly affected by the avail-
ability to use of the Aspen Ct.--Twisted Oak Ct. sidewalk
easement and indicate our desires; demanding that the village
comply as agreed upon the September 1972 dated easement and
the much publicized Levitt commitment: " Mr. Raysa stated
that there was an easement of record prior to the time the
property in question was purchased. Mr. Brandwein, attorney
for Levitt, read a copy of the title report with the recorded
easement. He stated the deed to the purchaser stated the
title was subject to easements of record. President Armstrong
felt the Board' s decision not to install the sidewalk was not
based upon the fact that the easement is valid, but that it
could be a nuisance and, if installed, there would be no
guarantee the school children would use this route. He stated
the Village is working closely with the Police Department and
School District #96 in an effort to meet with parents of
trespassers to alleviate foot traffic and destruction of
property. Trustee Rathjen moved that the Board go ahead with
the decision made some time ago for construction of a side-
walk and plantings on the easement recorded between Aspen
Court and Twisted Oak. Trustee Rech seconded the motion.
Trustee Rech stated that some type of access should be pro-
vided for school children and that the people south of
Twisted Oak assumed this decision was made in 1972. President
Armstrong stated he did not feel this sidewalk would eliminate
the problem of trespassing. Trustee Mahoney expressed concern
that this sidewalk would be a nuisance to the homeowners.
The Clerk called the roll and found the following:
AYES : Trustees Rathjen and Rech
NAYES: Trustees Mahoney and Driscoll, President Armstrong
ABSENT: Trustees Shirley and Osmon
The motion was defeated.
Trustee Driscoll moved to direct the Attorney to prepare
the necessary ordinances claiming this easement a nuisance.
Trustee Mahoney seconded the motion. The Clerk called the
roll and found the following:
AYES: Trustees Mahoney, Driscoll, President Armstrong
NAYES: Trustees Rathjen and Rech
ABSENT: Trustees Shirley and Osmon
The motion carried.
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Trustee Rathjen stated that a contribution from Levitt in lieu
of their savings should be discussed. Mr. Larson stated this
L.a item would be placed on the agenda the 3rd Monday in April.
Plan Commission Appointments
Upon the recommendation of the Plan Commission, President
Armstrong appointed Stephen Goldspiel to the Plan Commission.
Trustee Rech moved the Board concur with the President' s
appointment. Trustee Mahoney seconded the motion and a
voice vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: Done
ABSENT: Trustees Shirley and Osmon
The motion carried.
Upon the recommendation of the Plan Commission, President
Armstrong reappointed Commissioners Haarr, Mendenhall, Gamm,
Harris, Keister and Shields to the Plan Commission. Trustee
Rech moved the Board concur with the President' s appointments.
Trustee Mahoney seconded the motion and a voice vote found
the following:
AYES: Trustees Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustees Shirley and Osmon
The motion carried.
Farrington Drive Traffic Control
President Armstrong referred to a letter from Ralph and Peggy
Henderson, 610 Woodhollow Lane, requesting speed bumps be
placed toward the end of Farrington and the entrance to
Willow Stream Park. Mr. Larson stated he had a similar
request from Mr. James Maher, 620 Woodhollow Lane, whom he
advised that placement of such speed bumps would inhibit
the Public Works Department to provide effective snow removal
and ice control and that these speed bumps could cause con-
siderable damage to cars. He stated he has requested Chief
Walsh to assign a policeman sporatically to this area in
the summer months for traffic control purposes.
After discussion, Mr. Larson suggested a stop sign be placed
at the entrance from the park onto Farrington Drive and a
yield sign at Woodhollow. Trustee Driscoll moved to direct
the Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinances for the
suggested signs. Trustee Rathjen seconded the motion, and a
voice vote found the following:
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AYES: Trustees Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustees Shirley and Osmon
The motion carried.
The President declared a recess at 9 : 55 P.M.
The meeting resumed at 10 : 10 P.M.
Li Arrowhead West
Mr. Carl Genrich, Chairman of the Plan Commission, stated
that the Plan Commission recommended final plat approval with
the following conditions:
1. Developer provide the recordable documents stating
he agrees to provide a 15 foot easement from the
northern limit of Windward Trail for emergency
vehicle access.
2. Document of covenant for Homeowners ' Association
be approved by Mr. Raysa. Mr. Raysa stated this
has been resolved.
3. That the developer adhere to the requirements of
permanent surveyors monuments in accordance with
the current Village Subdivision Regulations.
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Mr. Fred Hillman, Executive Vice President of Chesterfield
Builders, presented the Board with a letter agreeing to comply
with the 15 foot easement and the installation of permanent
monuments. He then presented a declaration of condominium
ownership, reviewed by Mr. Raysa, and noted that it includes
Mr. Raysa' s request for a provision that the Village be given
the right to enter in the event the Homeowners ' Association
does not properly maintain the common elements and access
accordingly.
President Armstrong reviewed the conditions for final plat
approval as agreed upon at the meeting of March 11, 1974 ,
which were as follows :
1. That five manholes should be relocated from the
rear yards to the street to accommodate the Public
Works Department vehicle access when there is an
emergency.
2. A turnaround at Burr Oak and Stone Point.
3. Sidewalks on the outside of the circular street rather
than the inside, and both sides of the two entrance
drives.
4 . The width of the sidewalk at 36" .
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5. Standard street lights at entrances be in ROW
and dedicated to Village.
Mr. Hillman agreed.
Mr. Seaberg stated if these changes are made, there should
be no problem with final engineering approval.
Trustee Osmon arrived during the discussion.
Trustee Rathjen moved to approve the Final Plat as submitted
by Chesterfield contingent upon Mr. Seaberg' s final engineering
approval. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion.
The Clerk called the roll and found the following:
AYES: Trustees Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
ABSTAIN: Trustee Osmon
The motion carried.
ice.. Strathmore Grove
Mr. Brandwein, attorney for Levitt and Sons, stated that
last Thursday Mr. Spoerlien granted an easement for the
purpose of the construction and maintenance of a sanitary
sewer main. This easement is to Levitt, successors and
assigns and to the Village, if necessary to use for water
main.
Mr. Seaberg stated he received final engineering plans
several days ago and with the exception of a few changes,
he saw no problem with the plans.
Trustee Osmon moved to withdraw the stop work order and
permit Levitt to proceed with the construction of their
model area. Trustee Mahoney seconded the motion.
The Clerk called the roll and found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
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Deputy Clerk
Upon the recommendation of the Village Clerk, President
Armstrong appointed Carol Hennenfent Deputy Clerk with an
additional compensation of $25. 00 per month for her additional
responsibilities. Trustee Rech moved the Board concur with
the President' s appointment. Trustee Osmon seconded the
motion, and a voice vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Dundee Road Water Main
Mr. Larson reviewed with the Board the Dundee Road water main
extension from Crofton Lane to Golfview Terrace. He referred
to Mr. Seaberg' s letter of March 21, 1974 , giving the cost
estimate for this project, location and extent of the improve-
ment. Trustee Osmon moved to authorize bids for the water
main. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion.
After discussion, Trustee Osmon amended the motion to obtain
as easement from Mrs. Happ and the Archdiocese for maintenance
of the water main, and that the Village will recoup any cost
of the water main when the vacant property to the north is
developed. Trustee Driscoll seconded the amendment. Trustee
Rathjen questioned if there was an ordinance requiring that
no construction go beyond the foundation without a water
supply. Mr. Dettmer, Chief Inspector, stated this applied
to frame structures, not masonry structures.
The Clerk called the roll and found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES : None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Trustee Rech noted that no occupancy permits would be granted
to Lieberman until he is hooked up to the water main. Mr.
Seaberg stated Mr. Lieberman could use the well on his property
until the water main is constructed.
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St. Mary' s Church Sanitary Sewer Agreement
+--- After discussion, Trustee Osmon moved to accept the agreement
between the Village and the Catholic Bishop of Chicago for the
payment of usage fees for the sanitary sewer servicing St.
Mary' s Church. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion, and a
voice vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Buffalo Grove Zoning Map
Mr. Larson reviewed with the Board a report from the Plan
Commission dated February 13 , 1974 , regarding adoption of
the proposed revised zoning map. After discussion, Trustee
Osmon moved to approve the proposed zoning map for 1974 with
the following changes :
1. R-9 PUD. A review of the amendments to the zoning
ordinance reveals that neither the Levitt PUD' s,
Swanson or Chesterfield Plan Unit Developments,
carries a Special Use Zoning Classification. While
L ., these parcels are connected to a site plan by annexa-
tion agreement, the zoning amendments and subsequently
the zoning map cannot reflect a Special Use. It is
the recommendation of the Commission that amendments
be made to the zoning ordinance on these parcels
to reflect a Special Use Planned Development.
2. Base Map Corrections. Corporate boundaries for the
surrounding Villages should be revised to reflect
current boundaries.
3. Zoning of School/Park sites be placed in parenthesis.
4 . Modern Service Garage be indicated as a non conforming
use.
Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion, and a voice vote found
the following:
AYES : Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES : None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
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Resolution No. 74-5
L. President Armstrong reviewed Resolution #74-5 , a resolution
adding the Village Manager' s signature to the Water Fund
account when the Village Treasurer is not available. Trustee
Mahoney moved to approve Resolution No. 74-5. Trustee Osmon
seconded the motion, and a voice vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Resolution No. 74-6
President Armstrong reviewed Resolution No. 74-6 , a resolution
adding the Village Manager' s signature to the Motor Fuel Tax
Fund account when the Village Treasurer is not readily avail-
able. Trustee Osmon moved to approve Resolution No. 74-6.
Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion, and a voice vote found
the following:
AYES : Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Resolution No. 74-7
President Armstrong reviewed Resolution No. 74-7, a resolution
adding the Village Manager ' s signature to the Revenue Sharing
Fund account when the Village Treasurer is not readily avail-
able. Trustee Driscoll moved to approve Resolution No. 74-7.
Trustee Mahoney seconded the motion, and a voice vote found
the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Resolution No. 74-8
President Armstrong reviewed Resolution No. 74-8 , a resolution
establishing a separate checking account for the disbursement
of school donations. Trustee Osmon moved to approve Resolution
No. 74-8. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion, and a voice
vote found the following:
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AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Approval of Minutes of March 18, 1974
Trustee Mahoney moved to approve the minutes of March 18 , 1974 ,
L. as submitted. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion. Trustee
Osmon referred to page 3054, paragraph 7, and requested it
be corrected to read "Trustee Osmon stated he felt a set
amount of money, that is available and without increasing
taxes, should be determined before the architect is hired. "
Trustee Mahoney referred to page 3053, 3rd paragraph from
the bottom, after the words "subject to review by Mr. Raysa
and Mr. Seaberg" and requested the following be inserted
"of the attachments to the contract. "
Trustee Osmon referred to page 3055, 3rd paragraph from the
bottom of the page, and requested the following to be added,
"Chief Winter concurred with Trustee Osmon. "
A voice vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech and Driscoll
t... NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried with changes noted.
William Rainey Harper College District
Mr. Larson noted that the hearing before the Illinois
Community College Board to discuss the petition regarding the
inclusion of northern Buffalo Grove into the William Rainey
Harper College District is scheduled for April 17, 1974 , at
7 : 30 P.M. at Stevenson High School in Prairie View. It was
decided that Trustee Mahoney will represent the Village Board
with a presentation.
Trustee Osmon moved to adjourn. Trustee Driscoll seconded
the motion, and upon a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously.
Time: 11:10 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
L-- Verna L. Clayton ,
. illage Clerk
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