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1974-07-08 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 3959 7-8-74 II 1 �--� 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, JULY 8, 1974, AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BLVD. , BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS. In the absence of President Armstrong, the Village Clerk called the meeting to order at approximately 8: 15 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, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll ABSENT: President Armstrong Also present were: Daniel Larson, Village Manager, and Richard Raysa, Village Attorney. Trustee Osmon moved to appoint Trustee Shirley President Pro Tem in the absence of President Armstrong. Trustee Rech seconded the motion, and a voice vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None ABSTAIN: Trustee Shirley The motion carried. 1 . Minutes of July 1 , 1974 Trustee Driscoll moved to approve the minutes of July 1 , 1974, as submitted. Trustee Rech seconded the motion. Trustee Rech referred to page 3956 and noted that Trustee Driscoll moved to approve Ordinance No. 74-19 and also seconded the motion. The Village Clerk stated she would check the tape and correct the minutes. The Clerk called the roll and found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None The motion carried. `./ 2. Standing Committee Reports Environmental Control Commission Trustee Rech referred to the proposed mandatory recycling program that would take effect within a year which was referred to at the last meeting, and stated she talked with Mr. Pat Lynch, District Head of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, and Mr. Hardin of the Institute for Environmental Quality, neither of whom had any knowledge at the present time of any movement where in the next year there will be mandatory recycling. Trustee Driscoll requested that Trustee Rech contact Mr. Raupp 3960 7/8/74 of Buffalo Grove Disposal to obtain a copy of the minutes of the meeting �... held in Houston reference the recycling program. 3. Committee of the Whole Checker Road Sanitary Sewer Improvements `./ Mr. Larson reviewed the request from Chesterfield Builders for the creation of a special tax district for the installation of the off-site sanitary sewers necessary to service their development. The revised estimated cost for this project is $135,000. Mr. Larson stated that in discussion with Mr. Fred Hillman of Chesterfield Builders, he learned the cost of financing for sanitary sewers is 124%, and the special tax district provides a different alternative for financing which would spread the cost on an equal basis, based on the assessed valuation. Mr. Larson explained the procedure for implementation provides for a bond issue by the Village to be paid by the effected property owners through real estate taxes. Mr. Hillman stated that no matter which method of financing is used, the homeowner will be paying the costs. In response to a question from Trustee Shirley, Mr. Larson stated the taxing district would apply to those areas using the sewer; that being, the two Phoenix properties around the golf course, the Scholz property, and the Chesterfield property. In response to a question from Trustee Shirley, Mr. Larson stated the district would be effective as soon as the enabling ordinance has been adopted, bonds have been issued, and an ordinance passed by the Board setting forth the rates. Trustee Shirley questioned if the other property owners were in agreement with this. Mr. Hillman stated Mr. Scholz has definitely agreed, and believed that Phoenix Development would welcome this method. In reply to a question from Trustee Shirley, Mr. Larson stated the period of years this levy would be in effect would be 12 years, since this amount of time will give the best interest rate for the bonds and will provide for an early retirement. Trustee Shirley questioned under what conditions could this issue become a liability to the Village. Mr. Raysa stated the Village would levy a sufficient amount of taxes on the properties involved, and if they are in default of their taxes, the Village can recoup it by taking the properties, thereby being a burden on the property owners, not on the community. In reply to a question from Trustee Osmon, Mr. Hillman stated they were committed to the program and would put up the front money until such time as the Village could sell the bonds. Trustee Rech stated she did not like this type of proposal since it would be setting a precedent and did not want the Village to decrease its bonding power because there are other obligations coming forth. Trustee Rech requested Mr. Raysa to review the Subdivision Regulations, page 18, under Section B, regarding building permits not being issued unless improvements 3961 7/8/74 �-► are installed. She also requested Mr. Raysa to review pages 20 and 21 of the Subdivision Regulations. Trustee Rathjen suggested that any further conversation on the matter be deferred until the Phoenix rezoning is settled and status of the purchase of the golf course is determined. Trustee Shirley polled the Board to determine if the Board favors authoriz- ing Mr. Raysa to pursue the bond issue with bond counsel , determine its ramifications, and report back to the Board. An "Aye" vote meaning favor, and Mr. Raysa should proceed to clarify this question. A "Nay" vote meaning disfavor. The poll found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None Trustee Shirley requested a report from Mr. Raysa be presented in two weeks. Trustee Rathjen requested a report indicating the impact this would have on the Village's bonding ability. Illinois Community College Board Trustee Osmon moved to remove from table discussion on the Illinois Community College Board's decision to place School District 125 in the �... College of Lake County District. 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. Trustee Shirley referred to a statement issued by the Illinois Community College Board reaffirming the assignment of the Adlai E. Stevenson High School District #125 to the College of Lake County. He read a letter from Mrs. Dwaine Klister, 871 Dorncliffe Lane, urging the Village Board to take whatever steps are necessary to make the facilities of Harper available to all residents of Buffalo Grove. In reply to a question from Trustee Mahoney, Mr. Larson stated he con- tacted Mr. Harold Banser of District 125 and Mr. 'ken at the Community College Board who stated a petition must be filed by July 31 , 1974, with the Lake County Superintendent, Mr. Flood, and that any petition must bear a legal description of the area to be excluded from the College of Lake County District. Trustee Mahoney requested Mr. Larson to determine what options for assignment are available and to place this matter first on next week's agenda. i✓ Trustee Osmon moved to table for further clarification. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion, and a voice vote found the following: 3962 7/8/74 AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None The motion carried. Special Census Mr. Larson reviewed a report from Mr. William Balling, Administrative Assistant, and Mr. Richard Glueckert, Finance Director, relative to the feasibility of conducting a special census in 1974. He noted the expected additional revenue for fiscal year 1975-76 would total $63,804. He stated the cost Cor conducting a special census for an estimated population of 19, 100 would be $7,400. Of that amount, an initial check of $3,471 must be paid now directly to the U. S. Department of Commerce. In reply to a question from Trustee Shirley, Mr. Larson stated this amount was not provided for in the Budget. Discussion took place regarding various methods, of financing the census. ���. / Trusted Rathjen mo'led to proceed with the Special Census as recommended in the Staff Report, dated June 24, 1974. Trustee Mahoney seconded the motion. Trustee Rech questioned the method of financing. Trustee Rathjen suggested the Town Center plan appropriation be deferred. Trustee Shirley suggested the possibility of transferring funds from the Water Fund to the General Fund, or possible loan from Police Pension Fund. Trustee Rech questioned if the Village would have to go to Tax Anticipation Warrants to pay for the special census. Mr. Larson stated two inspectors in the Department of Community Development have resigned and until building activity has picked up, they will not be replaced, thereby helping the cash flow. The Clerk called the roll and found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None The motion carried. Annual Appropriation Ordinance No. 74-21 Trustee Shirley read Ordinance No. 74-21 , Appropriation Ordinance. Trustee Shirley and Mr. Raysa questioned various items in the Ordinance. Trustee Osmon moved to table Ordinance No. 74-21 until certain sections �•/ could be reviewed by the attorney. Trustee Rech seconded the motion. Discussion followed. A voice vote found the following: AYES: Trustees Shirley, Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll NAYES: None The motion carried. 14•.. I ,I i limo. I i /ammo, 3963 7/8/74 4. Questions from the Board Town Center Meeting Trustee Shirley noted there will be a meeting at the Village Hall on July 23, 1974, at 7:30 P.M. to discuss the Town Center. Executive Session Trustee Rech moved to adjourn to executive session to discuss personnel following questions from the audience. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion, and upon a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. Wheeling Fire Protection District In reply to a question from Trustee Osmon, Mr. Raysa stated he had given a revamped Fire Protection District Agreement to Mrs. Clayton. Trustee Osmon requested this item be placed on the agenda as soon as possible. 5. Questions from the Audience Cats Mr. Richard Heinrich stated there is a large number of cats in the Village causing a health hazard and wondered if something could be done to stop the cats from roaming. Mr. Larson stated the Board of Health is reviewing the possibility of regulating cats. Parkway Trees Mr. Ken Witcher questioned if there is a plan to spray the Maple Trees which are diseased. Mr. Larson stated he would bring this to Mr. McCoy's attention. The Board moved into executive session at 9 :50 P.M. The Board returned from executive session, and there being no further business to conduct, Trustee Osmon moved the meeting adjourn. Trustee Mahoney seconded the motion and upon a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Time: 10: 15 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Village Clerk J _ APPROV this day of � ► 1974. L... PASSED A ;_ J Vi lage resident