Loading...
1968-05-27 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 1296 5/27/68 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COUNTIES OF COOK AND LAKE, STATE OF ILLINOIS, HELD MONDAY, MAY 27, 1968, AT THE MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 150 N. RAUPP BLVD. , BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS The President called the meeting to order at 8: 07 P.M. All present stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Clerk called the roll and the following were found present: President Thompson; Trustees Huxhold, Wilhelm, Lewis, Felten, Gleeson, Thorud 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Trustee Wilhelm moved that the minutes of May 13th be approved as published. Trustee Lewis seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Wilhelm, Lewis, Felten, Gleeson, Thorud NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Trustee Huxhold The motion carried. 2. WARRANT #134 Trustee Gleeson read Warrant #134 in the amount of $2, 851.06. Trustee Gleeson moved that Warrant #134 in the amount of $2, 851.06 be approved as read. Trustee Wilhelm seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion carried unanimously. 3. WATERWORKS WARRANT #21 Waterworks warrant #21 in the amount of $15, 984.45 was read by Trustee Gleeson. Trustee Gleeson moved that Waterworks Warrant #21 be approved as read. Trustee Lewis seconded the motion and upon roll call, it carried unanimously. 4. PLAN COMMISSION REPORT President Thompson stated that the Plan Commission is reporting on three public hearings which they held. The President stated that their recommendations would be held over to Old Business. 5. SPECIAL ELECTION -- MUNICIPAL BUILDING The President stated that since this is the last regular meeting 1297 5/27/68 prior to the referendum on June 8th for our new municipal building he would like to states that a campaign to get out the voters is under way. The President stated that it is the unanimous concensus of the Board that facilities for the operation of this Village are a must -- we must pass this building referendum. Li 6. ORDINANCE #0-68-19 -- CIVIL EMERGENCY PROCLAMATIONS The President read Ordinance #0-68-19 which is an ordinance authorizing the President to proclaim the existence of civil emergency, impose curfews and regulate the conduct of certain businesses during civil emergencies. Trustee Thorud moved that Ordinance #0-68-19 be approved as read. Trustee Gleeson seconded the motion. Trustee Wilhelm stated that he thinks the "fine" figure should be brought in line with the rest of the Village Ordinances and should read "a minimum of $5.00 nor more than $500.00" . Also, Trustee Wilhelm stated that he feels the 48 hour figure is unrealistic -- he would suggest that that 48 hours be extended to 72 hours. The Trustee went on to say that in the event that the President is in- capable or isolated from the Village itself, he thinks there should be an alternate to the President mentioned in the Ordinance. President Thompson stated that in reference to Trustee Wilhelm' s comments, he thinks the Board might extend the chain of command to the Senior Trustee present in the Village at the time of the emergency. The President stated that this Ordinance has come out of the Civil Defense Program and the Board is looking for authority to activate them in times of emergency so that their actions are legal. Chief Winter stated that it would be good if the chain of command would reach the Village Manager. The President stated that the Board would have to establish the fact that were there no Trustees available in the Village at the time of emergency that the Village Manager would be empowered to so proclaim. Trustee Gleeson then withdrew his motion and Trustee Thorud his second. The Board then decided to amend the Ordinance -- Section 7 would be amended to read: shall be punishable by a fine not less than $5. 00 nor more than $500.00 and Section 5 would have an additional paragraph which would be 5A which would read: In the event the President of the Village is not available in the Village at the time of such emergency, the Senior Trustee available would have the authority to make the proclamation. In the event no Trustee 1298 5/27/68 is available, the authority of the Village Manager would be included. Further discussion then was held on Trustee Wilhelm' s suggestion to lengthen the time from 48 hours to 72 hours. The decision was made not to change the time. Trustee Thorud moved that Ordinance #0-68-19 be approved as amended. Trustee Gleeson seconded the motion and upon roll call, the motion carried unanimously. 7. ORDINANCE #0-68-20 -- ILLINOIS BELL TELEPHONE President Thompson stated that Ordinance #0-68-20 is the Ordinance that the Illinois Bell Telephone Company )as requested. Trustee Wilhelm moved that Ordinance #0-68-20 be adopted. Trustee Felten seconded the motion and upon roll call, it carried unanimously. 8. ORDINANCE #0-68=21 -- FLOOD PLAIN ORDINANCE Trustee Gleeson moved that Ordinance #0-68-21 which is the Flood Plain Ordinance be approved. Trustee Thorud seconded the motion. Discussion followed. Upon roll call, the motion carried unanimously. 9. INTERCONTINENTAL APARTMENTS -- STENBORG PROPERTY President Thompson stated that discussion on the Intercontinental Apartments should be held over until the arrival of the Village Engineer. Howard Borde, representative of Intercontinental stated that a cover sheet showing the water mains, sewer mains and the roof lines had been attached to the plans. He also stated that the plan incorporates the site layout more specifically, shows the water mains and the fire hydrants. Mr. Borde suggested that the Ordinance read that prior to the issuance of any building permits the necessary water mains and hydrants shall be installed at the site to the satisfaction of the Village Engineer. 4ttorney Raysa stated that he sees no reason why this couldn' t be incorporated into the Ordinance for recording. President Thompson then read the letter received from Inter- continental Development Co. , Inc. regarding the $75. 00 per unit donation to be given the Village when building permits are issued. TY3,e Clerk was given the letter for filing. Discussion followed. The President asked the Attorney if he felt a pre-annexation agree- ment was needed on the eight acres to be annexed. Attorney Raysa stated that it depends upon the integrity of the Intercontinental people. Mr. Borde ,stated that this donation was an offer on the 1299 5/27/68 part of Intercontinental Development Co. , Inc. not a demand on the part of the Village. This was not a condition to annex, Inter- continental has volunteered this and are on record by oral state- ments and by letter that it is volunteered on their part. Further discussion was held over until the arrival of the Village Engineer. 10. ORDINANCE #0-68-22 -- ANNEXATION OF ANIMAL HOSPITAL President Thompson read Ordinance #0-68-22 which is an ordinance annexing Lot seven in Freedom Small Farms for the purposes of erecting an animal hospital. Trustee Thorud moved that Ordinance #0-68-22 be approved as read. Trustee Lewis seconded the motion and upon roll call, the motion carried unanimously. 11. ORDINANCE #0-68-23 -- AMENDMENT OF ZONING ORDINANCE President Thompson read Ordinance #0-68-23 which is an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to include Lot seven in Freedom Small Farms. Trustee Felten moved that Ordinance #0-68-23 be approved as read. Trustee Thorud seconded the motion and upon roll call, the motion carried unanimously. 12 . AMENDMENT TO WATER RATE ORDINANCE Attorney Raysa advised the Board that he did not prepare an amend- ment to the Water Rate Ordinance as he wishes to further discuss the matter of late charges, etc. with Engineer Hooper. 13. JOSEPH BULGARELLI AGREEMENT RE WELL FACILITY President Thompson read a proposed agreement between the Village of Buffalo Grove and Joseph A. Bulgarelli in regard to the establishment of a well to enable him to operate his car wash, etc. The President stated that this is the agreement we asked Mr. Bulgarelli for in connection with his re-zoning request. Attorney Raysa stated that after listening to the President read the agreement he feels a statement should be inserted to the effect that Mr. Bulgarelli, his successors or assigns, shall not sell or give away water from that well at any time. This would be Section 8 in the agreement. Dis- cussion followed. Trustee Wilhelm stated that he would like to wait until the arrive of Engineer Hooper as he has more questions. 14. DISASTER CORPS -- NURSES AND CIVIL DEFENSE DIRECTOR (Doc. #68-22) President Thompson stated that he would like to appoint the Civil 1300 5/27/68 Defense director and the Nurses as listed on Document #68-22 to the Buffalo Grove Disaster Corps. Trustee Felten moved that the appointments be confirmed. Trustee Gleeson seconded the motion and upon roll call, the motion carried unanimously. 15. PLAN COMMISSION REPORT -- APARTMENTS ST. MARY' S AND BUFFALO GROVE ROAD (Doc. #68-23) The petitioner for the apartment development, Mr. George Moser was present. Mr. Stucko, representing Mr. Moser presented himself before the Board for any questions on the development. Mr. Babbin, architect, outlined the development -- total number of units is 164, with 80 one-bedroom and 84 two-bedroom units. The total acreage involved is 6. 9 acres at the corner of St. Mary' s and Buffalo Grove Road. The petitioner is asking for a re-classification of the area to R-9 with a special use. President Thompson asked if any objectors to the project were in the audience. There were no objectors. Mr. Moser stated that the 50 foot right-of-way is dedicated on the plat. President Thompson read a letter received from Mr. Moser in which he agrees to construct four tennis courts with blacktop surfacing, fencing and landscaping at a total cost not to exceed $12,000.00. (Doc. #68-24) . Chief Winter stated that he had not yet seen the plans for the water mains and that this is the first time a building is being approved in the Village which would outstrip the Fire Department' s capacity to reach the roof. President Thompson stated that along with the discussion on water and sewer he would like to inform the Board that he has had a conversation with Mr. Earl Knight of the Metropolitan Sanitary District of Greater Chicago and had directed the Attorney to con- tact Mr. Knight again to make sure that he had the correct in- formation. President Thompson stated that Mr. Knight had informed him that the Metropolitan Sanitary District of Greater Chicago has issued to the Buffalo Utility Company a cease and desist order and a show cause order to show why they should not comply with all of the regulations in connection with the operation and maintenance of a sewage disposal plant and further, he stated that in the opinion of the District, the existing plant is not of sufficient capacity to service all of Unit 7 and, therefore, any permit that was issued to them in Unit 7 is or will be revoked and they will not permit the 1301 5/27/68 connection of any further houses in Unit 7 to the system. The Dis- trict also stated that they will notify the Village in writing and asked that the Village refrain from issuing new permits for building. The President stated that the least we can do is not issue occu- pancy permits because they will not allow any more houses to be connected to the sewage system. The President stated that the only reason he brings this up is because we are talking about an addi- tional 164 units in George Moser' s petition and we would, therefore, ask that the municipal water and sewer department service this area. Mr. Moser stated that he is willing to get service from anyone capable of servicing the area. The President stated that such servicing has been discussed with Engineer Hooper and Mr. Moser and everyone is in agreement. Trustee Wilhelm stated that the basics of who is servicing them has been skipped over rather readily. The Trustee went on to say that he appreciates the fact that the President and Engineer have dis- cussed this, but the Village Board has not been made aware of it. Trustee Wilhelm asked how the water and sewer lines will get to the property physically and economically. Trustee Wilhelm stated that he is not opposed to the apartment plan. John Hooper stated that the cost of the lines would be predicated on several factors and discussion has been held on several ways of covering the cost. Mr. Hooper stated that Mr. Moser couldinstall the lines and could be paid back as other users connect to them. Mr. Moser stated that he is willing to advance the funds to install the lines -- the cost of whi ch is in the neighborhood of $21, 000. President Thompson stated that it is his understanding that Mr. Moser will be willing to install the lines on a fair share basis. Attorney Raysa stated that recapture agreements such as this are quite common. Attorney Raysa stated that this recapture agreement could be referred to in the ordinance. Discussion followed on screen planting versus fencing. Mr. Babbin, the architect, informed the Board that the lighting for the area would be on posts not to exceed 12 feet -- residential not highway lighting. Discussion on public versus private streets was held. Mr. Stucko advised the Board that they would be happy to work out an agreement for police and fire access to the property. Trustee Gleeson suggested that a sidewalk be installed along St. Mary' s Parkway and John Hooper suggested that the sidewalk be four feet wide instead of the five feet required for multi-family zoning. Trustee Gleeson moved that the Plan Commission report be approved as far as the Moser property on Buffalo Grove Road and St. Mary' s Parkway is concerned and that the Village Attorney be directed to 1302 5/27/68 draw up the necessary ordinances to change the zoning on the pre- scribed property from B-1 to multi-family development as presented in Exhibit "A" . Trustee Thorud seconded the motion and upon roll call, the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Wilhelm, Lewis, Felten, Gleeson, Thorud NAYS: Trustee Huxhold The motion carried. 16. PLAN COMMISSION REPORT -- LEVITT PLATS FOR UNITS 4, 5 and 6 (Doc. #68-23) President Thompson stated that the Plan Commission recommends the approval of the final plats for Units 4, 5 and 6 presented by Levitt & Sons and that the Village Engineer has checked over the plats and found them in order. Trustee Wilhelm moved that the Board approve the final plats of Strathmore Units 4, 5 and 6 subject to the fees and Letters of Credit. Trustee Lewis seconded the motion and upon roll call, the motion carried unanimously. 17. LAKE COUNTY CONTRACT FOR SEWAGE DISPOSAL Attorney Raysa advised the Board that he has gone over the contract with Lake County for sewage disposal and that he has found several provisions in it that could prove a little bit rough on the Village. The Attorney stated that he would like to ask Mr. Arthur Gaare of Isham, Lincoln and Beale as to whether or not this contract would in any manner deter them from issuing an opinion on the Revenue Bonds we would have to have to construct the sewage treatment plant. Further discussion was held. President Thompson directed the Attorney to get Mr. Gaare ' s opinion so that a meeting can be held with the Lake County Sewer and Water Department so that the Board can iron out any questions. Discussion followed. C 18. JOSEPH A. BULGARELLI AGREEMENT Discussion was held on the agreement to be made between the Village of Buffalo Grove and Mr. Joseph A. Bulgarelli relative to his in- stalling a well and at a future date tieing into the municipal , water supply. Trustee Wilhelm stated that he would like to include in the agreement a statement to the effect that Mr. Bulgarelli in- stall a fire hydrant somewhere. John Hooper advised Trustee Wilhelm that Mr. Bulgarelli would probably not have enough power in the system to have a fire hydrant. Chief Winter suggested that Mr. Bulgarelli install a 22" water pipe. The agreement was returned 1303 5/27/68 to the Attorney for redrafting. 19. INTERCONTINENTAL APARTMENTS -- STENBORG PROPERTY Engineer Hooper advised the Board that he has seen the preliminary drawings on the Intercontinental Apartments and they are in accordance with the Village ' s requirements and good practice. Mr. Borde stated that what would be decided at this Board meeting should be binding and incorporated in the Planned Development ordinance. Trustee Gleeson moved that the Village Attorney be directed to draw up the necessary Ordinances to annex the Stenborg property under a ,Planned Development Multi-Family usage as recommended by the Plan Commission. Trustee Felten seconded the motion. Discussion followed on size of water pipes. Upon roll call, the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Wilhelm, Lewis, Felten, Gleeson NAYS: Trustees Huxhold and Thorud The motion carried. The Village Attorney has notified the proper Fire Districts as prescribed by State Statute and the annexation will be tablel until the next regular Board Meeting because the Board wants to complete all business connected with the apartments at one time. The President stated that there is a provision that no building permits will be issued until such a time as the 6 inch lines are in and the fire hydrants are in to the satisfaction of the Village Engineer. 20. INSURANCE FOR VILLAGE MANAGER Trustee Thorud advised the Board that at the last regular meeting the Board was advised that the insurance cost for a $20,000 life insurance policy on the Village Manager would be $260 -- the actual cost will be $180. 87. 21. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMITTEE President Thompson stated that he would like to make the following appointments to the Comprehensive Plan Committee: the Village Attorney, the Village Engineer, Trustee Huxhold, Trustee Felten, Trustee Wilhelm and Trustee Thorud. 1304 5/27/68 NEW BUSINESS 22. METROPOLITAN SANITARY DISTRICT' S REQUEST TO STOP FURTHER OCCUPANCIES IN UNIT 7 President Thompson stated that he would like to get back to some- thing that was mentioned in connection with the apartments at St. Mary' s and Buffalo Grove Road and that is the report re- ceived from Mr. Earl Knight of the Metropolitan Sanitary District of Greater Chicago. Mr. Knight is Mr. Vinton Bacon' s assistant. Attorney Raysa advised the Board that the Metropolitan Sanitary District of Greater Chicago had issued a cease and desist order and a show cause order against the Utility Company which shall be heard at a Public Hearing and the Utility Company must show cause why they are not abiding by the rules and regulations of the Metropolitan Sanitary District in the operation of their sewage treatment plant. The Plant is not able to handle any more homes in Unit 7 and the District has asked the Village not to issue any more occupancy permits in Unit 7 until this matter has been disposed of. The Attorney stated that the Board will receive notice of the Public Hearing. Edmond Venetianer, the Building Commissioner, stated that the area affected would be the Arlington Addition to Unit 7 and about four houses under construction in Unit 7 -- he further advised the Board that there were approximately 20 houses now under construction. The developers affected are Joseph Davero and Edward Schwartz. Trustee Wilhelm asked how the Board can keep these builders from being in the middle. Attorney Raysa stated that he doesn' t think there is anything the Board can do to help them out at this time. Mr. Davero had been present at the meeting but had left at this time; a representative from the office of Edward Schwartz was pre- sent. Trustee Huxhold stated that in view of the fact that the Board has not received the letter from the Metropolitan Sanitary District as yet he feels the Board should continue this meeting to another date. �./ Trustee Wilhelm stated that his feelings are to go along with the Sanitary District and make sure we have a good sewage system but see if we can find a middle road by letting building continue without issuing any occupancy permits which seems to be the prime concern. Discussion followed. The President stated that until we get a letter from the Metropolitan Sanitary District more clearly defining what they would like us to do, it is very evident that the occupancy portion must be held up. 1305 5/27/68 Trustee Gleeson moved that the Building Commissioner be directed to allow no more occupancies in the Arlington Addition to Unit 7 and Unit 7 until such time as a permit and permission has been granted by the Metropolitan Sanitary District; coupled with that that the Building Commissioner inform the Police Department of those homes which are now physically empty and will have to remain so until such a time as the Metropolitan Sanitary District has re- issued a permit. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and upon roll call, it carried unanimously. 23. BRUNSWICK CORPORATION -- CAR WASH President Thompson read a letter from Mr. Teas of the Brunswick Corporation in regard to a variation for purposes of an automatic car wash. Trustee Felten moved to forward this to the Plan Commission for hearing and recommendation. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and upon roll call, it carried unanimously. 24. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS RECOMMENDATI ON RE RASMUSSEN APPEAL (Doc. #68-25) The President stated that the recommendation from the Zoning Board of Appeals is in regard to a one foot variation in the side yard requirements for Mr. L. H. Rasmussen. Trustee Wilhelm moved that the Board grant the variation on the side yard of Mr. Rasmussen at 504 Patton Drive. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and it carried unanimously upon roll call. 25. LETTER FROM METROPOLITAN SANITARY DISTRICT President Thompson read a letter from the Metropolitan Sanitary District referring to the designation of "Clean Streams Week" . The President stated that he would designate the week of May 26th through May 31st as "Clean Streams Week" . 26. LETTER FROM VILLAGE OF WHEELING President Thompson stated that the letter from the Village of Wheeling is in regard to the establishment of a Joint Youth Commission. 27. LETTER FROM WHEELING TOWNSHIP COLLECTOR President Thompson stated that the letter from the Wheeling Township Collector is in regard to a Real Estate Tax Bill covering Lot "A" . President Thompson directed the Attorney to take care of exempting this property from the tax rolls. 1306 5/27/68 28. MINORITY REPORT -- TRUSTEE FELTEN President Thompson stated that the minority report received from Trustee Felten is in regard to street lighting and sidewalk repairs, village streets and weeds. Trustee Felten moved that the report be referred to the Public Improvements Committee for their recommendations to be heard at the next regular Board meeting. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Huxhold, Lewis, Felten, Gleeson, Thorud NAYS: Trustee Wilhelm The motion carried. 29. WELL AND SEPTIC SYSTEM REQUEST BY PAUL RAUPP President Thompson stated that the Board has received a request from Paul Raupp for permission to install a well and septic system on Lots 8 and 9 of the Weidner Subdivision. Mr. Raupp has the Lake County Health Department permit for the well and septic system. Mr. Raupp will tie-in to the Municipal water and sewer system when available in the area. Discussion followed. Trustee Huxhold moved that the Board give Paul Raupp permission to put in the well and septic system on a temporary basis until the water and sewer from the Municipal supply becomes available at which time they will tie-in and be subject to Village fees and the Village shall receive a letter from Mr. Raupp to this effect. Trustee Felten seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion carried unanimously. The Village Attorney was directed to draft a short agreement between the Village and Paul Raupp as to the tie-in of the Municipal water and sewer lines subject to the usual fees. 30. LETTER FROM THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS President Thompson stated that the letter from the Knights of Columbus is announcing a Pancake Breakfast to be held on June 23rd to benefit retarted children in the area. They request permission to conduct a car parade and canvass door-to-door. Trustee Felten moved that the Board give the Knights of Columbus permission to conduct a parade and canvass door-to-door and waive the fee. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. 31. TABLE OF ORGANIZATION -- POLICE DEPARTMENT Trustee Lewis moved that the Table of Organization for the Police Department be amended to include two patrolmen which would mean 1307 5/27/68 that the Police and Fire Commission would start their advertising for our fourth full-time policeman. Trustee Felten seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. 32. ADVERTISEMENT FOR NEW POLICE VEHICLE Trustee Lewis moved that the Board authorize the advertisement of bids to be received for a new Police vehicle. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and upon roll call, the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Huxhold, Lewis, Gleeson, Thorud NAYS: Trustees Wilhelm, Felten The motion carried. 33. SECRETARY FOR VILLAGE MANAGER Trustee Gleeson stated that during the course of some of the budget meetings many of the departments are raising a need for typewriters obviating a need for typing help and that since we are about to hire a Village Manager it might be time to advertise for a secretary for him. This secretary could be used initially to take up some of the typing. Trustee Gleeson stated that Mr. Bannister should do the interviewing and get one hired by the time he begins work. Trustee Gleeson moved that the Board authorize the advertising for a secretary for the Village Manager under the specifications as set by him. Trustee Lewis seconded the motion and upon roll call, the motion carried unanimously. 34. SPECIAL ELECTION -- MUNICIPAL BUILDING Trustee Lewis gave a report on the activities of the various committees now working very industriously to secure the passage of the upcoming referendum on the Municipal Building. 35. STREET LIGHTING -- LEVITT AREA Trustee Wilhelm asked Mr. Orchant of Levitt & Sons if they have come along any farther in regard to street lighting for the Strathmore area. Mr. Orchant replied that that is primarily why he has attended the Board meeting and that he would like to discuss the matter after the meeting with Trustee Wilhelm. 1308 5/27/68 36. KUCH & WATSON -- RESTORATION WORK Trustee Wilhelm directed the Clerk to call Kuch & Watson and in- form them that they are responsible for lawn restoration, etc. which still needs to be completed. 37. ADJOURNMENT Trustee Gleeson moved that the meeting be adjourned until June 3rd at 7: 30 P.M. Trustee Lewis seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. Village Clerk Approximately 11: 20 P.M. APPROVED THIS �z? DAY OF , 1968 ILLAGE P DENT