1973-10-01 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 2870
10/1/73
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD
OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK AND LAKE
COUNTIES, HELD MONDAY, OCTOBER 1, 1973, AT THE MUNICIPAL
BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BLVD. , BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS
President Armstrong called the meeting to order at approximately
8 :10 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 Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech,
Driscoll. Absent: Trustee Shirley.
Also present were Daniel Larson, Village Manager, Arnold
Seaberg, Village Engineer, and Richard Raysa, Village Attorney.
1. Minutes of September 17, 1973
Trustee Mahoney moved the minutes of September 17 , 1973 , be
approved as submitted. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion,
and a roll call vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
2. Warrant #273
President Armstrong presented Warrant #273, in the amount of
$193, 958. 24 . Trustee Rech moved for approval of Warrant #273
as presented. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion.
After discussion, Trustee Rech amended her motion to approve
Warrant #273 with the deletion of the $585. 00 expenditure to
Otar Printers, under General Government, for planning maps.
Trustee Driscoll seconded, and a roll call vote found the
following:
AYES : Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried as amended. The President stated that the
warrant is changed as follows : GENERAL FUND, General Govern-
ment - $17, 310. 19 , GENERAL FUND TOTAL - $80, 386 . 34 , GRAND
TOTAL - $193,373. 24.
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3. Standing Committee Reports
`—' Environmental Control Committee
Trustee Rech reported that the Environmental Control Committee
met with the Park District to discuss the White Pine Strip and
plans for the park in that area. She stated that a clarifica-
tion is needed on the $2 , 500 donation from the Park District
for this project. The Park District states that the donation
is for beautification and landscaping and the Village states
that the donation is for the overall improvement of the area.
Mr. Larson stated that he will review the matter with Mr.
Crosland of the Park District.
4. Committee of the Whole
Checker Drive
President Armstrong briefly reviewed the discussion of the last
meeting regarding the staff' s recommendation to change the
name of either Checker Road or Checker Drive in order to avoid
confusion of the two streets. He stated that all residents
of Checker Drive had been invited to participate in the dis-
cussion. He stated that if the name of Checker Road is
changed, it will affect fewer citizens; however, Checker Road
is a landmark road and runs through two communities. He stated
that when this matter was last discussed, no decision was made,
but that it was decided to consider a change in the name of
Checker Drive to Willow Grove Drive.
James Khuen, 681 Checker Drive, felt that because Checker
Road is unimproved west of Arlington Heights Road in another
• community, it should not be a consideration in the decision.
He also felt because it would be an inconvenience to citizens
to change their address , the name of Checker Road should be
changed because it would affect fewer citizens.
The following citizens gave reasons similar to Mr. Khuen' s
for not changing the name of Checker Drive: Karl Mueller,
671 Checker Drive; Larry Gamm, 330 Checker Drive; Charles
Cushman, 810 Checker Drive; Scott Butler, 985 Checker Road;
Mike Glassman, 620 Checker Drive; Robert Klaskin, 951 Checker
Drive; Emmerson Seim, 690 Checker Drive; Richard Berz , 420
Checker Drive.
Trustee Rech read a letter from Carolyn Johnson, 6 Springside
Court, stating that because Checker Road was named for the
Grandfather of the Raupp family, the name should remain as is .
Discussion took place regarding the possibility of making a
"T intersection" at Checker Road and Checker Drive. Mr.
Seaberg felt that this possibility should not be discounted.
Plan Commissioner Howard Mendenhall felt that a change would
not be necessary because the intersection is in the center
of an area encircled by major roads.
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Trustee Mahoney moved the Village Attorney and Village Manager
�... be directed to take steps to prepare whatever papers are
necessary to change that portion of what is now Checker Road
east of Checker Drive to "Old Checker Road" and to make such
adjustments as are necessary in the numbers on what is now
Checker Drive and Checker Road so that there are no two homes
with identical numbers. Trustee Rech seconded the motion, and
a roll call vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Side Yard Variation/701 Silver Rock Lane
President Armstrong reviewed the request of Burton Harris , 701
Silver Rock Lane, for a waiver of the Building Codes for the
construction of an above ground swimming pool.
Mr. Harris stated that he has constructed an above ground
swimming pool, 24 feet in diameter and 4 feet in depth. He
stated that because of the existing topography of his yard,
it would be impossible to erect the pool in any other location.
He stated that because the pool is not a permanent structure,
it does not fall within the jurisdiction of the zoning ordinance.
He stated that his neighbor, Mr. Bennett, advised him that his
fence was one foot in from his property line; therefore, he
placed the pool two feet from the fence. He stated that the
Inspections Department advised him that he was in violation
of the Zoning Ordinance and the Building Code because the
proper electrical facilities and fence were not installed.
He stated that these have since been installed. He stated
that he was then advised that he was in violation of the
Building Code in the placement of the pool because it was
closer than six feet to the side property line. He requested
the Board to consider waiving the side yard requirement because
the pool has met the intent of the Building Code.
President Armstrong stated that he understands the pool is at
least one foot on the neighbor' s property. Mr. Harris stated
that the filter is on the neighbor' s property and that it will
be moved. Mr. Bennett stated that one of the fence posts is
also on his property.
Chief Inspector William Dettmer stated that Ordinance #0-72-41
requires a permit for construction of the pool, which was not
�..- done. He stated that the edge of the pool is 2 inches over
the property line and the entire filtering and electrical
systems are on the neighbors property. He stated that he
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advised Mr. Harris that the permit was issued for the health,
welfare, and safety of the children in the area, and that he
would be required to move the pool to comply with local codes.
He stated that BOCA Codes require the pool to be six feet from
the property line.
After discussion, Mr. Harris stated that he would move the
pool but could move it only Y two feet.
Trustee Mahoney stated he would like some time to review
reports on the matter and would like Mr. Raysa to render an
opinion if BOCA Code applies in this matter. Trustee Mahoney
moved consideration of this matter be tabled until the next
meeting and that it be the first item on the agenda. Trustee
Osmon seconded the motion and a roll call vote found the
following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES : None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
. Strathmore Grove
Ken Campbell of Levitt requested final plat approval for
Phase 1 of Strathmore Grove. He stated that the southern
most major road, Strathmore Grove Road, has been changed to
a through street with an 80 foot right of way to the end of
their property to the south and then a 42 foot right of way
from that point to the end of their property on the east. He
stated that a retention area in the northeast corner was
enlarged causing two lots to be eliminated. He stated that
because the Village of Long Grove had requested only one
entrance from Arlington Heights Road, the northern most road
was changed in order to accomplish this. He stated that
Strathmore Grove Road is approximately 500 feet north of
their southerly property line. He stated that south of
Strathmore Grove Road along Arlington Heights Road will be
regraded and landscaped to be used for park area and retention.
Because a copy of the final plat was not available for review,
the President declared a recess in order to locate one.
10 : 00 P.M. - The President declared a recess .
10:20 P.M. - The meeting resumed.
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Omni-House Week
Danny Beard, Coordinator of "Omni-House Week" , stated the
week of October 8 through 13, 1973 , will be a week of fund
raising and publicity for Omni-House and requested permission
to solicit funds on the street corners on Friday, October 12,
from 3 : 30 P.M. to 7 : 30 P.M. and on Saturday, October 13 ,
from 7 : 30 A.M. to 12 : 00 noon.
President Armstrong granted permission to solicit funds and
proclaimed the week of October 8 - 13 , 1973 as Omni-House
Week and urged citizens in the community to support the
organization in its fund raising efforts and asked for con-
currance of the Board.
Trustee Mahoney moved the Board concur with the President' s
proclamation. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion, and a
voice vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES : None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Strathmore Grove
Mr. Campbell displayed a copy of the final plat for which he
was requesting final approval.
Plan Commissioner Howard Mendenhall stated that a quorum of
the Plan Commission voted unanimously (4-0 with three absent)
to recommend approval of the final plat with the following
changes :
1. Add one monument.
2. Indicate building set-back lines on the east section
of the property.
3 . Put in an access easement between the hammerheads.
4 . Change "U" shaped street name.
5. Construct sidewalks along north and south sides of
major streets.
I Mr. Campbell stated that they concurred with all recommendations
with the exception of sidewalks on both sides of the street
because they feel sidewalks on one side is sufficient. After
discussion, Mr. Campbell stated that they would be willing to
put sidewalks on both sides of the major streets with the
L— exception of the south side of Strathmore Grove Road. The
President polled the Board, a "yes" vote favoring sidewalks
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on both sides of all streets except the six hammerheads and
the southern side of Strathmore Grove Road, and found the
following:
YES: Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NO: None
ABSENT: Shirley
Discussion took place regarding sidewalks on the hammerhead
streets . Because of the amount of space available, Mr. Seaberg
stated that the only kind of walks that could be installed
would be carriagewalks. Mr. Campbell expressed concern of
too much pavement for the area. Trustee Osmon expressed con-
. cern of children playing in the street. Mr. Campbell suggested
a narrower street in order to allow for a sidewalk. Trustee
Rech noted that a curb and gutter would be needed with a
carriagewalk.
The President polled the Board, a "yes" vote favoring side-
walks in the hammerheads, and found the following:
YES: Trustees Osmon, Rech, Driscoll
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NO: Trustees Rathjen and Mahoney
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
Mr. Campbell requested the Board to consider allowing a
narrower street because he was concerned about the appearance
of the area. Lengthy discussion followed regarding various
alternatives.
Robert Coffin, President of the Village of Long Grove,
expressed concern over the traffic and maintenance of Arlington
Heights Road between Route 83 and Aptakisic Road because a
large portion of the road is under the jurisdiction of Long
Grove. He suggested that Strathmore Grove Road swing southward
and intersect with Arlington Heights Road at the southern most
portion of Levitt' s property.
Mr. Campbell stated that according to their annexation agree-
ment, Levitt will contribute $8 ,000 for the improvement of
Arlington Heights Road adjacent to the property and that
$10,000 will be advanced for the improvement of the road from
Route 83 and their southern property line. He stated that
all construction traffic will be limited to the road from
Route 83 to the entrance.
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Mr. Seaberg stated that a recent fourteen hour traffic count
found 360 automobiles going north and south on the road in
question. He stated that Lake County has indicated a
willingness to discuss improvement of the road but not the
maintenance. He stated if the road were improved with Motor
Fuel Taxes, the cost would be higher than if improved in
another way. He stated that discussion has taken place
between Vernon Township Highway Department and the Buffalo
Grove Public Works Department regarding the road and over-
laying it with 4 inches of asphalt.
President Armstrong requested Mr. Campbell to construct a
sign on Aptakisic Road indicating that no construction traffic
may travel south on Arlington Heights Road. Mr. Coffin stated
that he would work with Mr. Campbell to obtain a location for
the sign.
President Armstrong suggested a committee be appointed to work
with Long Grove on the details of improvement and maintenance
of the road.
The President polled the Board, a "yes" vote indicating
support of the alignment of Strathmore Grove Road and a
committee be formed to work out the Arlington Heights Road
problem. Trustee Rathjen felt a week of discussion with
Long Grove should take place before approval is granted.
The poll found the following:
YES : Trustees Osmon, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NO: Trustee Rathjen
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
Trustee Mahoney moved the Village Attorney prepare an ordinance
permitting the posting of a sign prohibiting construction traffic
on Arlington Heights Road south of Aptakisic to the entrance
of Strathmore Grove. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion, and
a voice vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES : None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Trustee Osmon requested the Village Manager to contact the
i State regarding the availability of a portable scale.
L—. 12 : 06 A.M. - The President declared a recess.
12: 22 A.M. - The meeting resumed.
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Strathmore Grove
Discussion of the width of hammerhead streets resumed.
President Armstrong noted that there are three alternatives
as follows:
1. No sidewalks.
2. 18 foot road with two 3 foot sidewalks.
3. 24 foot wide road with two 3 foot sidewalks
4 . 20 foot road with a 4 foot wide sidewalk on one side.
After discussion Trustee Driscoll stated that he would change
his vote on the poll regarding the sidewalks. President
Armstrong agreed and stated that this would change the results
of the poll and that no sidewalks will be on the hammerheads.
Mr. Seaberg reviewed his status report of October 1, 1973 ,
regarding engineering for Strathmore Grove. Items he felt
deserved further consideration were as follows :
1. Finalization of plans for detention facilities and
basin.
2. Easement for off-site sanitary sewer, water main and
storm water.
3 . Street names.
4 . Easements on Plat of Subdivision.
At Mr. Larson' s request, Mr. Campbell agreed to concrete
curbs on the hammerheads.
After lengthy discussion, Trustee Mahoney moved the Board
grant final plat approval as discussed with the stipulation
that Levitt meet the requirements of the Engineering Depart-
ment' s letter of October 1, 1973 , that the name of Strathmore
Grove Drive be changed, and that sidewalks be on both sides
of major streets with the exception of no sidewalks on the
south side of the access road. Trustee Rathjen seconded the
motion.
Richard Guttman, 208 Stonegate Road, expressed concern that
the detention area will not be fenced. Trustee Mahoney asked
Mr. Campbell if they would be willing to bear the expense of
a fence in that area if the Village and Park District determine
a fence is desirable. Mr. Campbell requested a decision within
sixty days.
A roll call vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
L.. NAYES : Trustee Osmon
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ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Trustee Rathjen Moved the Attorney be directed to prepare the
necessary ordinance to rezone the cluster family home area
of the development from R-9 to R-6 . Trustee Mahoney seconded
�./ the motion, and a voice vote found the following:
AYES : Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Buffalo Grove Plaza
Stan Lieberman requested approval of the final plat for
phase one of the Buffalo Grove Plaza located on Dundee Road.
Mr. Mendenhall stated that the Plan Commission unanimously
recommends approval.
Mr. Seaberg stated that he reviewed the final plans and has
found them satisfactory with the following two exceptions :
1. Several elevations in the front parking area must
be changed to provide additional storm water storage.
2 . Concrete storm sewer pipe should be Class III rather
than Class II.
Mr. Lieberman agreed to make these changes.
Trustee Driscoll moved the Board approve the final plat of
the Lieberman-Brott Subdivision. Trustee Mahoney seconded
the motion, and a voice vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES : None
ABSTAIN: Trustee Osmon
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
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1973 Parkway Tree Replacement Program
Trustee Mahoney moved the Village staff be directed to
solicit bids for 31 Honey Locust trees to be planted on
various parkways throughout the Village. Trustee Osmon
seconded the motion, and a voice vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES: None
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ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Stop Signs
Trustee Osmon moved the Village Attorney be directed to
prepare the necessary ordinance to erect stop signs at
Stillwell at Raupp and on Hiawatha at Bernard. Trustee Rech
seconded the motion, and a voice vote found the following:
AYES: Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES: None
.... ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Resolution #0-73-22
President Armstrong read Resolution #0-73-22, a resolution
authorizing submission of a permit to the State of Illinois
for permission to construct a sanitary sewer across Buffalo
Creek. Trustee Osmon moved Resolution #0-73-22 be approved
as read. Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion, and a voice
vote found the following:
AYES : Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES : None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Emergency Standby Power
Mr. Larson reviewed with the Board the recommendation of the
Director of Public Works to accept the following proposal for
l"" emergency standby power:
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Stannard Power Equipment Company
One 200 amp permanent station (Golfview) $20 ,581. 00
One 400 amp permanent station (Park District Station) $21,591. 00
One 200 amp manual transfer switch (Old Treatment
Plant) $ 1, 912 . 00
One 100 amp manual transfer switch (Cambridge) $ 1 , 000. 00
Unlimited Electric Corporation
Installation $16,343. 00
Trustee Osmon requested a trailer be purchased for the portable
generator that was purchased through Civil Defense.
Trustee Osmon moved previous bids be rejected and that the
proposal as outlined in the Director of Public Works memo
of August 30 , 1973 , be accepted with installation as soon as
possible. Trustee Rathjen seconded the motion, and a voice
vote found the following:
AYES : Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
The rejected bids referred to in this motion are as follows:
Nilec Electric Company
Two permanent and one portable generator installed $69, 200. 00
One permanent and one portable generator instatted $40, 969. 00
Installation only of one portable and two
permanent generators $12 ,500. 00
Installation only of one portable and one
permanent generator $ 6 , 900. 00
Unlimited Electric Corporation
Two permanent, one portable, and two manual switches $67 ,964 . 00
One permanent, one portable, and two manual switches $42 ,205. 00
Installation only of two permanent, one portable,
and two switches $16 ,343. 00
Installation only of one permanent, one portable,
and two switches $11,165. 00
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L.. There being no questions from the audience and no further
business to conduct, Trustee Mahoney moved the meeting adjourn.
Trustee Osmon seconded the motion, and a voice vote found the
following:
AYES : Trustees Osmon, Rathjen, Mahoney, Rech, Driscoll
NAYES: None
ABSENT: Trustee Shirley
The motion carried.
Time: 1: 37 A.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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