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1974-05-06 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 3892 5/6/74 L. 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, MAY 6 , 1974 , AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS. In the absence of President Armstrong, the Clerk called the meeting to order at approximately 8 : 21 P.M. Those present stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Clerk called the roll and found the following present: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll. President Armstrong arrived at 8 : 25 P.M. Trustee Rathjen arrived at 8 : 55 P.P4. Also present: Daniel Larson, Village Manager; Arnold Seaberg, Village Engineer; Richard Raysa, Village Attorney; William Balling, Administrative Assistant; Charles McCoy, Director of Public Works; and Richard Glueckert, Finance Director. Trustee Osmon moved Trustee Shirley be appointed President Pro Tem in the absence of President Armstrong. Trustee Rech L. seconded the motion and a voice vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None ABSENT: Trustee Rathjen The motion carried. 1. Minutes of April 22, 1974 Trustee Osmon moved to approve the minutes of April 22, 1974 , as submitted. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion, and a roll call vote found the following: AYES : Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES : None ABSENT : Trustee Rathjen The motion carried. 2. Warrant #287 Trustee Rech requested that Warrant #287 be deferred until Administrative Order #10 was discussed, because she questioned i the payment to American Express. L. President Armstrong arrived at this time. 3893 5/6/74 3. Standing Committee Reports Flood Control Committee Trustee Rech reported that the Flood Control Booklets were distributed and thanked the Flood Control Committee and Mr. Jim Austin, Information Booklet Chairman. She also thanked the Girl Scouts, the Cub Scouts, the Campfire Girls and the Indian Princesses who helped deliver the booklets. Trustee Rech stated that representatives of the Soil Conserva- tion Service met on May 2 , 1974 , with the Flood Control Committee and reviewed topographical maps. The Committee has received the first draft topographic maps from the Soil Conservation Service. Finance Committee Trustee Shirley announced that because there was not a quorum at last Thursday' s workshop, the budget was not discussed; therefore, the meeting should be rescheduled. It was decided that the Board would meet at 8 : 00 P.M. on May 7, 1974. 4. Village Manager' s Newsletter Village Fleet Cars Trustee Shirley expressed concern that old staff cars will be auctioned instead of traded in. Village Manager, Daniel Larson, stated the State of Illinois does not provide for a trade-in of any vehicle. He stated that Grand Spaulding Dodge would pay $300 to $500 for each of the staff vehicles; however, they suggested higher profits could be derived if a municipal auction were held. Trustee Shirley stated the total cost of the vehicles , as voted on by the Board, would be greater than agreed upon and requested the Board to review this matter. It was decided that further discussion on this matter mould be held at the workshop on May 7 , 1974 . Town Center In response to a question from Trustee Rech, President Armstrong stated all of the information available on the proposed Town Center will be distributed to the Board. Farrington Drive Trustee Osmon referred to the refurbishing of Farrington Drive. Mr. Larson stated that Mr. Degen, Lake County Public L. Works Director, would be on the agenda next week and this subject may be brought up at that time. Trustee Osmon requested that Mr. Larson send another letter to Mr. Degen before his appearance to the Board Immo .0•• •1 3894 5/6/74 5. Committee of the Whole Street Name Change Mr. Michael Sullivan, 2 University Drive, requested the street name in the court area be changed from University Drive to University Court. Mr. Raysa stated a Resolution could be passed to have the section changed to "Court" . Mr. Sullivan requested also that a sign be erected stating the cul de sac has no outlet. Trustee Osmon moved to change the name of the cul de sac in question to University Court, erect a sign on either side of the intersection, one University Court and one University Drive, and install a "no outlet" sign. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion. Trustee Osmon requested the staff look into installing "no outlet" signs at all cul de sacs where needed. Mr. Larson stated he would request Chief Walsh to study the matter and make a recommendation to the Board. A voice vote found the following: AYES : Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES : None ABSENT: Trustee Rathjen The motion carried. Oak Creek Condominiums Mr. Kenneth Rodeck of Gregg Builders presented the final plat for Phase III of the Oak Creek Planned Unit Development on Golfview Terrace. Mr. Rodeck stated Phase III consists of 154 units bounded by Golfview Terrace on the north, Buffalo Grove Road on the east, Kilmer School on the West, and the east-west road running through the middle of the development on the South. He stated this Phase will be developed as condominiums containing 102 two bedroom units and 52 one bedroom units. Mr. Rodeck stated plans have been reviewed and approved by the Plan Commission and Appearance Control Commission, engineering has been approved, and the Metropolitan Sanitary District permit has been received. Trustee Rech questioned the length of the far eastern and western buildings. Mr. Rodeck stated that each building would be 177 feet long. In reply to a question from Trustee Rech, Mr. Rodeck stated retention would be provided in the location of the lake as shown on the overall plat, and would be completed prior to occupancy of this phase. In reply to a question by Trustee Shirley, Mr. Rodeck stated retention has been approved by the Village and the Metropolitan Sanitary District. Mr. Steve Goldspiel of the Plan Commission stated that the Plan Commission voted unanimously to approve Phase III and recommended to approve the final plat of Gregg Builders 3895 5/6/74 Condominium Proposed Phase I (Revised 2/7/74) with the stipulation that the 20 X 30 piece section in the northeast corner be shown on the drawing as previously dedicated to the Village, and request a note being placed on the plat showing acreage of the entire section. He also noted that a street name is missing, and it is the feeling of the Plan Commission that the Village not accept the proposed street dedication as they did not feel it is in the best interest of the Village. Mr. Stan Haarr of the Plan Commission stated there were two reasons for not wanting the street dedication, one being the Plan Commission did not think it was good to have one street in the complex being dedicated and two, other planned developments do not have dedicated streets. Mr. Helms of the Appearance Control Commission stated the project was approved pending the broadening of the tree species and screening in the parking lots. Mr. Rodeck stated the landscape architect has agreed to reevaluate, taking into consideration the recommendation. President Armstrong requested that the Appearance Control Commission be given the opportunity to review any changes. Trustee Rathjen arrived at this time. L. Mr. Larson questioned if a deacceleration lane will be provided on Buffalo Grove Road. Mr. Rodeck stated the plan has been referred to the Cook County Highway Department and they do not anticipate a need for a deacceleration lane. Mr. Larson recommended a deacceleration lane be installed at this loca- tion to prevent accidents at the entrance to the project. President Armstrong stated a letter should be sent to the Cook County Highway Department regarding anticipated heavy traffic due to the realignment of Buffalo Grove Road. In reply to a question from Trustee Osmon, Mr. Rodeck stated the culvert on Buffalo Grove Road is part of the engineering plan and will be filled in. Mr. Larson recommended the Board remove the restriction in the PUD ordinance permitting right turn only onto Golfview Terrace. President Armstrong stated this restriction was �.✓ placed in the ordinance at the request of the citizens on Golfview Terrace who were concerned with an increase in traffic. Mr. Joe Settanni of the Buffalo Grove Park District asked that the Board table any request by Gregg Builders & Associates in regard to the final plat approval until payment of the final $10, 000 of his committment to the Buffalo Grove Park District for the development of the Kilmer Park site is made. 3896 5/6/74 L. He stated that $62, 000 has been expended for the development of Kilmer Park, of which $25, 000 was to be received from Al Frank. Mr. Settanni stated the Park District has lived up to all commitments to Mr. Frank and until the final $10, 000 is made, he asked that the Park District' s request be considered. Mr. Rodeck referred to his letter of May 3 , 1974, to Mr. Stanley B. Crosland, Director of Parks and Recreation, which outlined the problems regarding the park site and stated the intent of the donation was made to the residents immediately surrounding the park since they felt the development would lower the value of their residences. He stated the donation was to be in addition to any funds expended by the Park District for the development of Kilmer Park. He also stated the con- tribution was to the people on Golfview Terrace, Chenault Court and Raupp Boulevard and suggested putting $10, 000 in escrow, subject to Golfview Terrace people approving this park and all its facilities. Trustee Osmon suggested that a third party should be an officer of the bank in which the escrow funds are placed to determine the finalization of the park. Mr. Settanni stated the Buffalo Grove Park District Commissioners are duly elected and represent the people of the Village. Mr. Settani stated Mr. Vaughn, Park District landscape architect, and Mr. Frank conferred and the Park Board took action in good faith. He stated the $10, 000 , which has been expended on Kilmer Park, is to be used for other areas of the community and until this money is received, they cannot proceed with their plans. Mr. Settanni further stated that the park has been developed essentially as approved. President Armstrong stated if this is the case, the money should be paid. Trustee Mahoney moved to grant final plat approval for Phase III of Oak Creek Planned Unit Development subject to the payment of $10, 000 to the Park District and accepting the street in question as a Village street. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion. In reply to a question from Trustee Rathjen, Mr. Raysa stated approval of the Phase should be withheld until the $10, 000 is paid. Trustee Osmon moved to table the request until next week. �./ Trustee Rathjen seconded the motion and a roll call vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES : None The motion carried. 3897 5/6/74 Mr. Rodeck noted if his quality of construction were inferior, no building permits would be issued. Trustee Osmon requested that the Park District submit their plans to refurbish Kilmer Park. 9: 37 P.M. - The President declared a recess. 9: 45 P.M. - The meeting resumed. Buffalo Grove National Bank Mr. Ralph Broughton of Design Spectrum presented the final plat of the First National Bank of Buffalo Grove for Board review. He stated he would forward a check in the amount of $1, 505. 00 for engineering fees on May 7 , 1974 . He referred to the sanitary sewer and payment of their portion in accordance with the annexation agreement and brought up the possibility of a recapture agreement from other development that possibly will connect to the sewer in the future. Mr. Larson referred to the annexation agreement and stated this recapture provision is provided. Mr. Broughton requested something in writing on this matter. Mr. Arnold Seaberg stated final engineering approval has been given, subject to receipt of final site engineering plans and specifications. President Armstrong stated the Plan Commission recommends approval of the project and of granting approval for a temporary facility for one year only. In reply to a question from Trustee Shirley, Mr. Broughton stated the temporary facility would be a prefabricated facility pulled in on wheels and presented a sketch of the temporary building and site plan. He stated all the permanent landscaping, permanent entrances, and permanent parking lot will be put in at that time. In reply to a question from Trustee Shirley regarding security, Mr. Broughton stated they meet all the federal requirements and security measures. Mr. Haarr of the Plan Commission stated approval of the prefabricated temporary facility would be as per site plan submitted at the March 27, 1974, Plan Commission meeting. In reply to a question from Mr. Larson, Mr. Broughton stated that no deacceleration lane at the entrance to the bank on Dundee Road was planned, and the decision would be left to the State Highway Department. 3898 5/6/74 �--- Mr. Helms of the Appearance Control Commission stated the Commission approved the proposal unanimously. He noted they approved the landscaping plan with the understanding that a revised planting list would be submitted. Mr. Broughton stated they would adhere to the request. Trustee Osmon moved to approve the final plat of the First National Bank of Buffalo Grove. Trustee Shirley seconded the motion. The Clerk called the roll and found the following : AYES : Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None ABSTAIN: Trustee Rathjen The motion carried. Grand Spaulding Dodge Mr. Schwartz , representing Grand Spaulding Dodge for final plat approval, stated they have gone before the Plan Commission and Appearance Control Commission. Mr. Seaberg stated engineering approval was given subject to changes stated in his letter of April 30, 1974. �... Mr. Goldspiel of the Plan Commission stated Grand Spaulding Dodge meets all plan requirements, but it is the feeling of the Plan Commission to retain the four large trees on the northwest corner of the property. He also stated it is required that sidewalks be put on the north and west sides of the property, which the developer has agreed to do. Mr. Helms of the Appearance Control Commission stated approval by the Appearance Control Commission was given pending ful- fillment of Item No. 2 in the list of recommendations made by the Appearance Control Commission on March 14; specifically, the addition of two or three trees in the parkway in front of the showroom on Dundee Road and also that two trees be planted in each of the three islands in the parking area. He felt the four large trees on the northwest corner of the property should be retained and would be an asset to the development. In reply to a question from Trustee Shirley regarding removal of the catulpa trees, Mr. Schwartz referred to a letter from Evanston Public Schools which stated the beanlike pods from the trees contain a toxic sap or residue which creates problems with automobile finishes and window glass. Mr. Schwartz stated they have added more trees to the development. Mr. Helms stated if the trees are sprayed three times a year, there will be no problem. Mr. Helms stated that construction equipment should not operate within 15 feet of the trees. It was noted that during construction of Dundee Road, the State will be working closer than 15 feet to the trees; therefore, the trees may not be saved. 3899 5/6/74 Mr. Raysa stated if the trees are in the State right-of-way, L. it is up to the State to determine what they want to do with them. Discussion followed regarding removal of the trees. Mr. Haarr stated that it was not within their jurisdiction to stop the plan because of the trees and it should have been done at the time the annexation agreement was approved. Trustee Osmon moved to approve final plat of Grand Spaulding Dodge with the recommendations of both the Plan Commission and the Appearance Control Commission and to retain the four large trees in the front in addition to the Appearance Control Commission recommendation relative to plantings. Trustee Rech seconded the motion. In reply to a question from Trustee Rech, Mr. Seaberg stated retention will be provided in the car storage area north of the creek, and that more detention is being provided than required. Mr. Schwartz stated that the area south of the creek will be developed at a later time as car storage when it is needed. Mr. Haarr stated the Ordinance requires a buffer strip around the property and the southern section of the property can be planted and bermed whether they use it or not. In reply to a question by Trustee Osmon, Mr. Schwartz stated he would agree to pave the southern section of the property rather than gravel. In reply to a question from Trustee Shirley, Mr. Seaberg stated if the water filled up to a certain level it would not pour out onto Arlington Heights Road because the low point over the top of the berm is lower than Arlington Heights Road. Trustee Osmon amended the motion to include the paving of the southern section when it is being developed as per the agree- ment with Mr. Schwartz. Trustee Mahoney stated he would not support the motion in its current form, but would prefer to approve it and urge them to make a reasonable effort to save the trees. Trustee Rathjen stated he would vote against the motion as it stands because it may be impossible to save the trees. The Clerk called the roll and found the following: AYES : Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Driscoll NAYES: Trustees Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, President Armstrong The motion was defeated. Trustee Mahoney moved to approve the final plat and delete that portion which made it mandatory on the petitioner to maintain the trees and urge that every reasonable effort be made to save them. Trustee Rathjen seconded the motion. In reply to a question from Trustee Rathjen, Trustee Mahoney stated the word "reasonable" meant it not legally binding and we urge him to make every reasonable effort. The Clerk 3900 5/6/74 called the roll and found the following: L. AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Driscoll NAYES: Trustee Rech The motion carried. �-/ Transitional Yards Upon recommendation of the Plan Commission, Trustee Shirley moved that Ordinance No. 74-2 Sections 2. 7, 3. 6 and 6. 7 should have headings"Transitional Yards. " Trustee Rech seconded the motion, and a voice vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None ABSTAIN: Trustee Osmon The motion carried. Fire and Police Commission President Armstrong reappointed Nick Tufano to the Fire and Police Commission for a three year term ending May 1, 1977 , and asked concurrence of the Board. Trustee Osmon moved to concur. Trustee Mahoney seconded the motion and a voice vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None The motion carried. Lake County Dog License Mr. Larson referred to a letter from Robert J. Flynn, D.V.M. , Lake County Veterinarian, requesting assistance in the enforce- ment of the Animal Control Act of 1973. Dr. Flynn requested before a Village license is sold, the resident should pay the Lake County fee. Mr. Raysa stated the Village does not have to honor Lake County licenses, and a dog can be licensed by Buffalo Grove with a Veterinarian' s Certificate. Trustee Osmon moved to direct the Village staff to maintain the licensing procedure currently used. Trustee Shirley seconded the motion. Trustee Rech stated Cook County will be receiving their new forms and will be instituting their registration shortly. A voice vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney,/ Driscoll NAYES: TiubLie Rech - The motion carried. 3901 5/6/74 Ordinance No. 74-13 President Armstrong read Ordinance No. 74-13, an Ordinance designating the Metropolitan Sanitary District of Greater Chicago as agent for the construction of the Arlington Country Club Retention Basin. Trustee Osmon moved to approve Ordinance No. 74-13 as read. 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. Resolution No. 74-10 President Armstrong read Resolution No. 74-10, a Resolution supplementing the present 1974 Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance Resolution to provide for concrete patch material. Trustee Osmon moved to approve Resolution No. 74-10 as read. 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. Concrete Patch Material Proposals President Armstrong reviewed the bid opening, held April 29, 1974 , for MFT Maintenance, Material Proposals. Three bids were received as follows: Company Bid Check Unit Total Amount Price Amount Chain O' Lakes Ready Mix Concrete Co. Div. of Evanston Fuel & Material Company Evanston, Ill. $667. 50 $22. 25 $6, 675. 00 Material Service Corp. Chicago, Ill. $675. 00 $22. 50 $6,750. 00 Meyer Material Company $660. 00 $22. 00 $6 , 600. 00 Trustee Rech moved to accept the bid of Meyer Material Company �.., in the amount of $6 , 600. 00 for concrete patch material. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion, and a voice vote found the following: 3902 5/6/74 AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None The motion carried. Administrative Order No. 10 Mr. Larson reviewed Administrative Order No. 10. In response to a question from Trustee Rech, Mr. Larson explained the reason for Department Heads having American Express Cards is that it gives the Village control for verification of amount spent an0 will be used for Village related expenses only. This also gives better control over the Petty Cash expenditures. Trustee Mahoney stated he felt it was a good common sense approach. He requested a change on page 4 , paragraph 4 , change word "wife" to "spouse" . Trustee Osmon stated he was against any credit cards in the Village and did not agree with magnetic decals on staff vehicles. He felt all decals should be permanent. Trustee Shirley stated Item #4 on page four could be incorpor- ated into #1 on page three. He also stated he agreed with Trustee Osmon on magnetic decals. He favored taking the American Express card out in the employees name. President Armstrong polled the Board, a yes vote would support the Village Manager' s Administrative Order with the magnetic decal, a no vote would mean permanent decals on all Village vehicles. YES: Trustees Mahoney, Driscoll NO: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Rech The Board voted to have permanent decals. President Armstrong polled the Board reference American Express Credit Cards, a yes vote would support the Administrative Order with the issuance of credit cards to the selected individ- uals in the Village. A no vote would not support that position and would require taking back of the credit cards and using petty cash as done previously. The Clerk polled the Board and found the following: YES : Trustees Mahoney, Driscoll NO: . Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Rech A poll of the Board was taken to indicate whether or not if the Supervisor on his own volition applies for the credit card, the Village will reimburse him for the $15. 00 yearly fee. A yes vote will support that, a no will defeat it. The Clerk polled the Board and found the following: YES: Trustees Shirley, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NO: Trustee Osmon 3903 5/6/74 L. Trustee Shirley moved to approve Administrative Order No. 10 with the changes. Trustee Mahoney seconded the motion, and a voice vote found the following: AYES : Trustees Shirley, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: Trustee Osmon The motion carried. Warrant #287 Trustee Shirley presented Warrant #287 dated May 6, 1974 , in the amount of $84 ,392. 04, and moved for its approval. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion. Trustee Mahoney stated he did not support payment to the Herald for subscription for $7. 00 under Community Development and Police. In reply to a question from Trustee Rech, Mr. Larson stated the American Express cards would be destroyed. The Clerk called the roll and found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Rech NAYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Driscoll The motion was defeated. Trustee Mahoney moved to approve the Warrant minus the two payments for $7. 00 to the Herald. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion, and a roll call vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None The motion carried. American Society of Planning Officials Conference President Armstrong referred to a letter from Carl Genrich, Plan Commission Chairman, reviewing the American Society of Planning Officials Conference to be held May 13 through May 16, and stating the total cost to register eleven people would be $280. Trustee Osmon moved to approve this expenditure and leave it open to the number of people going, and to include `i staff, commissioners, and elected officials who might benefit from this conference. 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. 3904 5/6/74 Questions from the Board Trustee Rech referred to a Herald article which stated MSD ' s pollution and flood control projects are low on the State priority list for 1975. Trustee Rech questioned if someone on the staff had looked into this. Mr. Larson stated Arlington Retention and Buffalo Creek were not affected. Questions from the Audience Grand Spaulding Mr. Bogart quoted from the newspapers that Mr. Larson stated Grand Spaulding Dodge has complied with all ordinances and the Village can do nothing but approve the project. Mr. Larson stated the Board had to act on Grand Spaulding Dodge and the only possibility of refusing the plan would be on a technical- ity. He said the Herald reporter had asked if because of the grand jury investigation regarding Grand Spaulding' s purchase of Buffalo Grove vehicle stickers, if final plat approval would be deferred and he stated that it would not. Mr. Larson stated opinions given the newspaper are his own personal opinions and recommendations. Mrs. Berth stated Mr. Larson' s opinions in the newspapers are construed as being representative of the Board. Mr. McCoy stated he was in disagreement with the permanent decals on certain staff cars. There being no further questions from the audience, Trustee Mahoney moved the meeting adjourn. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion and upon a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Time: 12 : 00 Midnight. Respectfully submitted, Village Clerk PASSED AND APPROVED .this %i day of " -72 , 1974 . 1 j it ge Pres dent