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1972-06-05 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 2498 6/5/72 MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE , COOK AND LAKE COUNTIES , ILLINOIS , HELD MONDAY , JUNE 5 , 1972 , AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BLVD. , BUFFALO GROVE , ILLINOIS. The President 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 : President Armstrong; Trustees Fabish, Shirley , Osmon, Rathjen, Vogt, Mahoney Also present were Mr. Daniel Larson , Village Manager, Mr. Arnold Seaberg, Village Engineer, and Mr. Richard Raysa, Village Attorney. 1. Minutes of May 22 , 1972 Trustee Osmon moved the minutes of the continuation of the May 15 meeting, held May 22 , 1972 , be approved as submitted. Trustee Fabish seconded the motion , and a roll call vote found the following : AYES : Trustees Fabish , Shirley , Osmon, Rathjen , Vogt, Mahoney NAYES : None The motion carried. 2. Warrant #241 Trustee Shirley read Warrant #241 , in the amount of $53 , 702 . 78 , and moved for its approval. Trustee Fabish seconded the motion. A discussion took place regarding several items , with no changes being made. A roll call vote found the following : AYES : Trustees Fabish, Shirley , Osmon , Rathjen , Vogt, Mahoney NAYES : None The motion carried. 3 . President' s Report At the request of the President, Steve Forsythe, editor of the Buffalo Grove Herald, introduced a new reporter, Jill Betner. Arlington Heights Road The President announced that the Cook County Board approved the agreement with Buffalo Grove to participate in the repair of Arlington Heights Road. He further stated that the necessary papers will be hand carried to Springfield for State approval. 2499 6/5/72 4. Committee of the Whole Water Study Mr. G. E. Neher of Alvord, Burdick, and Howson reviewed with the Board the Report on Buffalo Grove Water System. He felt that the basic problems were source and storage. When questioned about DAMP , he stated that all avenues should be investigated. Trustee Mahoney requested Mr. Larson and Mr. Seaberg to contact representatives of DAMP to obtain addi- tional information. In response to a question from Mr. Larson, Mr. Neher favored the sprinkling control because this helps to conserve a natu- ral resource. In response to a question from Trustee Rathjen, Mr. Neher stated that improvements to the system could be financed by tap on fees . President Armstrong stated that this subject will be discussed at the July 13 workshop session. Sanitary Sewer Service Outside Village Mr. Ray Courney of Yankee Doodle House, Inc. requested the Board to grant his company permission to connect to the sewer and water location on the north side of Dundee by crossing under Dundee to the south side and connecting with Lot 8 in Freedom Small Farms , which is located in Arlington Heights . He stated that if permission is not granted, he will install a septic system. A lengthy discussion took place regarding the advantages and disadvantages to the Village. Trustee Fabish moved the request of the Yankee Doodle House , Inc. , to connect to the Village sewer and water be denied. Trustee Vogt seconded the motion, and a roll call vote found the following: AYES : Trustees Fabish , Shirley , Osmon , Rathjen , Vogt NAYES : Trustee Mahoney The motion carried. Trustee Mahoney stated that he was not in favor of the request but would have liked more information. `./ Pay Scale Because Trustee Vogt is compiling information regarding the pay scale, Trustee Osmon moved discussion of the pay scale be tabled. Trustee Fabish seconded the motion, and upon a voice vote , the motion passed unanimously. 2500 6/5/72 White Pine Ditch Outfall Mr. Larson reviewed with the Board the two alternatives sub- mitted by Mr. Seaberg regarding improvement to the White Pine outlet at Buffalo Creek. Trustee Rathjen moved the Board adopt alternate #2 , being the realignment of Buffalo Creek , as sub- mitted by the Village Engineer, contingent upon approval of the Division of Waterways . Trustee Fabish seconded the motion , and a roll call vote found the following: AYES : Trustees Fabish , Shirley , Osmon, Rathjen , Vogt, Mahoney NAYES : None The motion carried. A citizen, who lives next to the Village owned lot which gives access to the White Pine Strip , was present and requested the lot be maintained properly. Civil Defense Vehicle Mr. Donald Schindler, Civil Defense Director, reviewed with the Board the desirability of Civil Defense purchasing a rescue vehicle from the Buffalo Grove Fire Department for the amount of $1200 . Trustee Mahoney moved the Board approve the purchase of this equipment. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion , and upon a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Ordinance #0-72-20 President Armstrong read Ordinance #0-72-20 , an ordinance establishing standing committees of the Village Board of Trustees . Trustee Shirley moved the Board adopt Ordinance #0-72-20 as read. Trustee Mahoney seconded the motion , and a voice vote found the following: AYES : Trustees Fabish , Shirley , Rathjen, Vogt, Mahoney NAYES : Trustee Osmon The motion carried. 9 : 40 P.M. - The President declared a recess . 10 :00 P.M. - The meeting resumed. Plan Commission Appointment Upon the recommendation of the Plan Commission , President Arm- strong appointed Carl Van Engen to the Plan Commission for a one year term. Trustee Fabish moved the Board concur with the President's appointment of Mr. Van Engen. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion , and upon a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. 2501 6/5/72 Carnival/Ranch Mart President Armstrong reviewed with the Board a report from Mr. Dettmer regarding a request of Big "J" Amusements to run a carnival at the Ranch Mart Shopping Center from June 8 through June 11. Trustee Mahoney moved the Board grant a special permit to allow the operation of the carnival for a five day period. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion , and a voice vote found the following : AYES : Trustees Fabish, Shirley, Osmon, Vogt, Mahoney NAYES : Trustee Rathjen The motion carried. Access Easement/Farrington Drive President Armstrong read the Access Easement , which allows an easement to the Buffalo Grove Park District complex on Farrington Drive. Trustee Shirley moved the Board approve the easement as read. Trustee Fabish seconded the motion. Trustee Osmon re- quested Mr. Raysa to include a common description of the property. Upon a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Ordinance #0-72-21 President Armstrong read Ordinance #0-72-21 , an ordinance trans- ferring property on Arlington Heights Road in the Mill Creek Subdivision to Community Consolidated School District #21 and the Buffalo Grove Park District. Mr. Raysa stated that the common description could be added and read, "that property south of Thornton Lane and east of Arlington Heights Road" . Trustee Osmon moved the Board approve Ordinance #0-72-21. Trustee Fabish seconded the motion, and upon a voice vote , the motion passed unanimously. Motor Fuel Tax Audit Trustee Shirley moved the Board approve the audit of the Village Motor Fuel Tax Funds for the calendar year ending December 31 , 1970 . Trustee Osmon seconded the motion , and upon a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Board of Health Appointment Upon the recommendation of the Board of Health, President Arm- strong reappointed Dr. David Saidel to the Board of Health for a one year term. Trustee Mahoney moved the Board concur with the President's appointment of Dr. Saidel . Trustee Osmon seconded the motion , and upon a voice vote , the motion passed unanimously. 2502 6/5/72 Arlington Heights Road Trustee Osmon moved the Board award the contract for the repair of Arlington Heights Road to the low bidder, Milburn Brothers , for a contract price of $110 ,935 . 86 . Trustee Vogt seconded the motion, and upon a voice vote , the motion passed unanimously. Annexation/James Otis President Armstrong stated that he was in receipt of a petition requesting annexation to the Village of the property southwest of Arlington Heights Road and Highway 83 and Highway 53 . Mr. Raysa stated that the names of the beneficiaries of the Trusts should be obtained. Trustee Osmon moved the Board forward the petition, with the inclusion of the beneficiaries names , to the Plan Commission for a Public Hearing. Trustee Fabish seconded the motion, and upon a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Mr. Carl Genrich, Chairman of the Plan Commission, stated that the Plan Commission would advertise for a public hearing to be held June 28. President Armstrong stated that the Board hearing will be July 3 . CCPA Committee Trustee Fabish inquired as to the progress being made by the Blue Ribbon Committee appointed to study the CCPA. President Armstrong stated that he would contact Mr. Brim for a report. Population Signs In response to a question from Trustee Fabish, Mr. Larson stated that he has requested the State and County to change the popu- lation signs to reflect the special census . Parkway Trees In response to a question from Trustee Vogt, Mr. Larson stated that replacement of parkway trees will be in September and October. Associated Planners In response to a question from Trustee Vogt, Mr. Larson stated that the report from Associated Planners will be on the next workshop agenda. Sidewalk Replacement Trustee Osmon requested Mr. Larson to investigate the condition of the recently replaced sidewalks . 2503 6/5/72 Minibikes Trustee Shirley expressed concern in th, mat r of minibikes being ridden on the parkway% and recixe-tech t `e pr756`lem be investigated. Trustee Osmon requested Mr. Larson to meet with the Park District to make land available at the White Pine Ditch for the riding of these vehicles. Trustee Shirley requested any regulations regarding these vehicles to be dis- tributed to the Board. Bicycles Trustee Mahoney requested the Bicycle Ordinance to be enforced in a practical manner. Vehicle Stickers Trustee Mahoney requested a comprehensive plan for the enforcement of the Vehicle License Ordinance . Kemmerly Real Estate Trustee Mahoney noted that a reply to the President' s letter to Mr. Kemmerly regarding Village concern over Mr. Kemmerly 's com- ments in a recent newsletter has been received, and requested copies of this letter be forwarded to the appropriate people. Communication from Wauconda Trustee Osmon noted that a letter has been received from Wauconda commending Mr. Dettmer in his efforts with their community. 5. Questions from the Audience Twisted Oak Extention Frank Clayton inquired as to the progress of the Village in constructing a walkway to the school site in the Lake County portion of the Village. Mr. Larson stated that this will be discussed at the next workshop session. Naperville Ordinance Frank Clayton asked when action would be taken regarding, the adoption of an ordinance similar to that of Naperville. Presi- dent Armstrong stated that this will be discussed at the next possible meeting. Refuse Paul Kochendorfer requested that the regulations regarding the placement of refuse at the curb be enforced. 2504 6/5/72 Dog Licenses Robert Collins noted that the Animal Ordinance does not allow for the three year rabies vaccination, and that this should be corrected. President Armstrong stated that he would request an opinion from the Board of Health. There being no further questions from the audience, Trustee Rathjen moved the meeting adjourn. Trustee Osmon seconded the motion, and upon a voice vote, the motion passed unanimously. Li Time : 11 :00 P.M. Respectfully submitted, 'Village Clerk Approved this I day of +,- , 1972. II/r A VP' 6. dr . AllidiL 1i1 . •e Presid: t