1964-05-07 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COUNTIES OF COOK
AND LAKE, ILLINOIS, HELD THURSDAY MAY 7, 1964 AT THE LOUISA
MAY ALCOTT PUBLIC SCHOOL, BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS.
The President called the meeting to order approximately 8:20 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:
Li President Farrington; Trustees Rueckel, Marsh Weiskopf, Huxhold, Frank
ABSENT: Trustee Racette (arrived at 8:30 P.M.)
Trustee Huxhold moved the minutes of the meting of April 16th be approved. Trustee
Rueckel seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Trustee Marsh moved the minutes of the meeting of April 23rd be approved. Trustee
Huxhold seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Trustee Weiskopf read Warrant #76. Trustee Weiskopf moved Warrant #76 be approved
for payment in the amount of $43,466.96. Trustee Rueckel seconded the motion and it
was unanimously carried.
Trustee Weiskopf read the Treasurer' s report. Cash in bank on April 30, 1964 was
$67,359.32. Motor Fuel Tax Allotment $35,065.89.
Trustee Racette arrived and was present for the meeting.
Charles Wilhelm, Plan Commission Chairman requested reappointment of Ed Fabish and
John Zodrow to the Plan Commission. He stated Mr. Raccuglia presented plans for the
shopping center and will return with more detailed plans. President Farrington
asked that at the next meeting, the Plan Commission give an approximate target date
for the revision of the Ordinances.
Chief Page then gave the Police Department report. Hours logged by Chief, Lietuenant,
and Sergeahts was 661; Patrolmen - 4112; Evening and Week-end Radio operators 141i;
Daytime radio operator - 220 hours.
The Park Committee will meet on Tuesday at the home of Rex Lewis to begin formulating
plans for Buffalo Grove Day. All interested persons are invited to attend. A total
of 32 applicants applied for a position in the summer recreation program. The Committee
set up interviews and selected Mr. Reed Mitchell for the arts and crafts and Mr. Gene
McGuire for the outdoor activitied program. They have also selected two assistants
who worked on last year's program.
Trustee Huxhold stated that the Fire Department did very well in "fighting their portion
of fire" (burning of the house across from the General Store) and were a credit to
the Village.
OLD BUSINESS
Trustee Frank moved that the board accept the recommendation of the Park Committee
and contract for the services of the four applicants that were chosen. Trustee Huxhold
seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
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President Farrington then read a letter from the Cook County Highway Department (Doc. #225)
confirming an understanding reached at a meeting wherein it was indicated that the general
alignment of Lake -Cook Road, as proposed by the Village, is acceptable by Cook County
providing a similar acceptance is obtained from Lake County. The widening of Buffalo
Grove Road was also discussed and it was understood that the County would undertake
the improvement of the road to a four-lane facility as a joint project with the Village -
Village installing curbs and gutters and necessary storm water drainage.
President Farrington-stated that he and John Hooper met with the Lake County Highway
Superintendent, Mr. Amstutz, and he indicated that the alignment of Lake-Cook Road
was satisfactory and Lake County would take on that portion which lies within their County.
Discussion followed regarding the widening of Buffalo Grove Road. It was the general
opinion of the Board that the road should be widened and financing of same was discussed.
Trustee Weiskopf suggested that the President instruct the Engineer to find the exact
cost working with County Engineers so that a decision can be made. Trustee Frank
suggested the President write a letter to the County indicating the Village' s intention
to proceed subject to final cost estimates of the Village portion of the work.
President Farrington reminded the Village Board of the meeting with the School Board
on May 12th.
Trustee Rueckel then reported on the Public Improvements Committee' s recommendation
regarding broken sidewalks. He stated there are approximately 80 squares which are
considered substandard. Of these, 30 are bad enough to constitute a safety hazard.
He has received three bids the lowest of which would be $420 to repair the 30 squares.
He stated it is the recommendation of the Public Improvements Committee to repair
the 30 squares at this time. Trustee Huxhold moved we accept the recommendation of
the committee and replace the 30 squares. Trustee Racette seconded the motion.
Trustee Weiskopf asked that construction not be started until there is a final figure
and we are sure it can be done through ITT. On roll call the motion was unanimously
carried. Trustee Rueckel moved that it become official Village Policy to replace
broken sidewalks which in the opinion of the Engineer and Public improvements Committee
constitute a hazard. Trustee Racette seconded the motion. Following discussion,
Trustee Rueckel amended his motion to include replacement be made provided there are
MFT funds available and deterioration is from natural causes. Trustee Racette seconded
the amendment. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, President Farrington
NAYS: Trustees Weiskopf, Huxhold, Frank
Trustee Racette reported that there are approximately 15 trees that are "dead" in the
parkways. He stated he has received three bids and replacement will cost approximately
$400.00. Trustee Frank suggested that it be turned over to the Village Forester for
his opinion.
It was reported that there are dead trees lying in the area of Raupp and Mohawk which
constitute a hazard. The Public Improvement Committee will check into it. It was
also reported that there is an open foundation on Stillwell which constitutes a great
danger since it contains water. The Building Commissioner reported that it has been
there since last fall. The Contractor will be informed that it should be pumped out.
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President Farrington then stated that three checks have been sent back from Wheeling
Bank, 2 marked "stale date" and 1 marked "account closed". These were in payment
of fines which the Justice was delinquent in turning in. Trustee Weiskopf stated
that the auditor had made an appointment with the Justice and traveled here only to
find the Justice unable to be here. He returned the following evening and went over
the dockets - a report has not yet been turned in. Trustee Marsh moved that the
board send a letter to the Justice requesting that he reimburse the money the Village
lost as a result of his delinquency as well as the additional expense the Village incurred
as a result of his lack of enthusiasm in keeping appointments. Trustee Racette
,,.../)seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank
NAYS: Trustee Weiskopf
President Farrington stated that at the last board meeting discussion was had on
changing the Solicitor Ordinance regarding waiving offees for charitable organizations.
Trustee Marsh stated that a poll was made of the Police & Traffic Committee - 3 questions
were asked 1. waive fees; 2. charge normal fee; 3. prohibit all charitable organizations
from soliciting and participate in the Community Fund Drive. He stated the vote was
3 to 2 that all solicitors other than Community Fund be prohibited, therefore he has no
recommendation to give the Board. Trustee Frank stated he thought we should work in
cooperation with the Wheeling Community Council and set up a Community Fund Drive
for Buffalo Grove. He stated he was in favor of amending the ordinance to prohibit
solicitors but if this is illegal he suggests we do nothing to the ordinance and
charge the required fee. President Farrington asked the Village Attorney to come
up with a "firm-unwavering" opinion regarding this.
A letter of intent regarding the landscaping of the Shell Station on the corner
of Dundee and Buffalo Grove Road has been received. (Doc. #226)
Trustee Weiskopf moved that Ordinance 0-64-7, Amendment to the Police Ordinance be
changed to Number 0-64-11. Trustee Racette seconded the motion and it was unanimously
carried.
President Farrington then read Resolution R-64-6, a resolution filing the pre-annexation
agreement entered into between the Village and Daniel I. Taggart. Trustee Racette
moved the Resolution be passed. Trustee Weiskopf seconded the motion and it was
unanimously carried.
NEW BUSINESS
President Farrington read a letter of resignation from Lester Puttkammer as Masonry
Inspector. Trustee Racette moved the resignation be accepted. Trustee Huxhold
seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
It was announced that voter's registrations will be taken until the 21st of September
at the Office of the Village Clerk during the specified hours.
A letter of resignation from Trustee Racette as Chairman of the Public Improvements
Committee was then read. He stated, however, he would like to remain a member of
the Committee. Trustee Weiskopf moved the resignation be accepted. Trustee Huxhold
seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Marsh, Weiskopf, Huxhold
NAYS: Trustee Frank
ABSTAIN: Trustee Racette
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President Farrington stated so that the Committee is not without a Chairman, he will
appoint Trustee Rueckel as Chairman, if he will accept. Trustee Rueckel stated he
would rather "flit" but will accept the appointment. Trustee Marsh moved the appointment
be approved. Trustee Frank seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Racette, Marsh, Weiskopf, Huxhold, Frank
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Trustee Rueckel
President Farrington then read two letters, one dated March 12th and the other April 30th,
from Murray Conzelman of Lake County requesting copies of plats of Glen Grove, stating
legal action will be taken if no response is received. The letters were given to the
Village Attorney who will reply.
President Farrington then read a letter from High School District 214 asking for an
opinion on whether or not to provided lighted football fields for the high schools
of the District. It asked for a recommendation of night or afternoon football
games and reasons for recommendations. The concensus of the board was that afternoon
football games were desirable. Reasons - then lights are not needed; do not like
night football games - extra money should be used in academic courses.
Upon the recommendation of the Police & Traffic Committee, President Farrington
made the following appointments:
Philip Garstkiewicz) from special to Regular Reserve
John Amann ) Police
George Mirecki )
Richard Streiter) to Station Officers
Frank Kind )
Anthony Sansone to Police & Traffic Committee
Trustee Racette moved the appointments of Philip Garstkiewicz and John Amann be
approved. Trustee Rueckel seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Trustee Marsh moved the appointments of George Mirecki, Richard Streiter, and Frank
Kind be approved. Trustee Racette seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Trustee Marsh moved the appointment of Anthony Sansone be approved. Trustee Racette
seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
) President Farrington then reappointed Edward Fabish
John Zodrow to the Plan Commission for a term
of one year. Trustee Racette moved the appointments be approved. Trustee Marsh seconded
the motion and it was unanimously carried.
President Farrington then read a letter from J. F. Arran & Company (Doc. #227) making
application for a Planned Development jointly with submission by F&D Builders for
preliminary approval of the overall land plan for the remainder of Unit 7.
A letter from F&D Builders (Doc. #228) was then read stating they have acquired the interests
of George A. Moser, Sr. in the remaining area of Unit 7 that has not yet received final
approval for recordation as a subdivision. They are, therefore, submitting the remaining
portion of Unit 7 as a new preliminary plan for approval by the Village.
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Following discussion on whether it had been submitted previously for preliminary
approval and whether it is proper to accept it as a preliminary again, Trustee
Weiskopf suggested that the Board meet as a committee of the whote to discuss the
entire Unit 7 to become more familiar with it. The Board will meet at 8:30 P.M.
on May 14th at the Alcott School.
President Farrington then read a letter (Doc. #229) from the Cities and Villages Municipal
Problems Commission stating there will be a series of hearings to discuss municipal
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Trustee Marsh stated that he wished to publicly commend Mrs. Dora Karling for the
efficient way in which she handled the emergency at the Alcott School, when a call
came in that there was a gas leak at the School. He stated she proved that she always
operates at maximum efficienty.
Trustee Frank stated the time of year is approaching when the Mosquito Abatement
District will again spray. He moved that a letter be written to the Mosquite Abatement
District asking them to refrain from spraying within Village limits but request them
to spray oil on the catch basins in the storm sewers. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion.
It was suggested that the letter be written by the Health Committee. Roll was called
and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Weiskopf, Frank
NAYS: Trustee Huxhold
Trustee Racette then stated he had an article appearing in one of the newspapers advertising
the Stagelight Theater as being located in Wheeling. Me moved that the President
write a letter to the owners of business establishments in the Village reminding them
that they are located in Buffalo Grove, 3 miles west of Wheeling. Trustee Frank
seconded the motion, adding that if they wish to advertise they are in Wheeling, they
should look to Wheeling for licenses and other services. On roll call the vote was as follows
AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank
NAYS: Trustee Weiskopf
There being no further business and no comments or questions from the audience, Trustee
Marsh moved the meeting be adjourned. Trustee Racette seconded the motion and it was
unanimously carried.
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Time: Approximately 10:25 P.M.
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