1964-10-01 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF A R_ GULAR BO;RD MEETING OF TI-E PRESIDENT AND BO RD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE GE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COUNTIES OF COOK AND LAKE,
ILLINOIS, HELD THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 1964, AT THE LOUISA Y ALCOTT
PUBLIC SCHOOL, BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS.
The meeting was called to order at 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:
President Farrington; Trustees Rueckel, Weiskopf, Huxhold, Frank
ABSENT: Trustees Racette, Marsh (Trustee Marsh arrived 9:20 PX.)
Trustee Rueckel moved the minutes of the meeting of August 13th be approved. Trustee
Weiskopf seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Trustee Teiskopf moved the minutes of the meeting of August 20th be approved. Trustee
Huxhold seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Trustee Rueckel moved the minutes of the meeting of September 24th be approved. Trustee
";eiskopf seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Warrant #81 was then read. Trustee Weiskopf moved jarran.t #81 in the amount of 7,543.17
be approved for payment. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and it was unanimously
carried.
Because the supplemental AFT forms have not been acknowledged by the State, MFT warrant
#5 was not approved for payment.
Martin McHugh then gave the Treasurer's report. Cash in bank at the end of September
is $44,719.20 — MFT Allotment of$44,168.72.
Chief of Police, Arlie L. Page, then gave his report. Total hours worked by the
members of the Police Department were 1,562 or 52.2 man hours a day. The Police
Department was awarded.a "Citation. for Achievement in Traffic Safety for the Year
1963"by the Cook County Traffic Commission.
Derek Palmer, Perk Commissioner, stated he has 4 volunteers to lay tile in the park
building. The $155.00 profit from Buffalo Grove Day will be spent for a PA System.
for the Park. A report on the park program will be discussed at the next beard meeting.
Trustee Rueckel stated there is no formal public improvement committee report since
their meeting is next leek. He stated, however, the meeting between the board and
the Utility Company to discuss problems of communications, and flooding was famicahle"
and some headway is being made,
Trustee Huxhold, Fire and Health Committee Chairman, stated the firemen conducted
a fire drill under the direction of the Wheeling Fire Chief which worked well.
On October 8th, there will be a meeting of the Mosquito Abatement Committee at which
time Mr. Harvey Dominick will discuss the pros and cons of spraying. He stated
he would request that the President remove Tom Edwards from the committee since
they would prefer residents of the Village on this Committee.
There was no report from the Finance Committee since their meeting was postponed
due to the special board meeting.
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In the absence of Trustee Marsh, President Farrington read the Police & Traffic
Committee report. Under discussion was donation to Kay's Animal Shelter of $100.00
pending board approval; revision of the Dog Ordinance to require $5.00 fine for the
1st offense and $10.00 for the second offense. Speed limits on roads in the
vicinity of the Village were discussed. An emergency plan will be drafted for
presentation.
OLD BUSINESS
Questioned as to whether the Treasurer's report has been published, Trustee Weiskopf
stated the Village of Oak Park has filed suit regarding this and if they are successful,
the report we previously published will be sufficient.
Bids for snow removal will be let - they will include bids for salting as well.
Parkway trees that were damaged in the storms should be replaced. Finance Committee
is to check into the budget of the Public Improvement Committee to see if there are
available funds.
Mr. Raysa is to send another letter to the State's Attorney to determine the status
of the investigation of the Municipal Justice's file.
Finance Committee has no formal recommendation regarding increase in building permit
fees but will discuss it at their next meeting and a recommendation made.
President Farrington then stated that due to the absence of Trustee Marsh who
stated he would arrive later, he would prefer to detain discussion of Country Club
Manor and Unit 7 until such time as Trustee Marsh arrived so that as many as possible
could vote on it.
NEW BUSINESS
President Farrington then read Ordinance 0-64-16 amending the Organizational Ordinance
changing the place of the Board Meetings. Trustee '+1eiskopf moved Ordinance 0-64-16 be
approved. Trustee Rueckel seconded the motion and it way unanimously carried.
President Farrington then red a Petition of Annexation of St. Lary' s Roman Catholic
Church to the Village of Buffalo Grove. President Farrington then read an annexation
ordinance stating the legals have been checked by the :engineer and Attorney and
the property under discussion includes the convent., school, church, first house to
the north of the church, then across the street to the rectory and properties they
are in ownership surrounding the rectory. The zoning they will come in under is
existing prior use. Trustee Weiskopf moved Ordinance 0-64-17 annexing certain territories
to the Village of Buffalo Grove be approved. Trustee Huxhoid. .eccnded the motion.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Weiskopf, Huxhold, Frank, President Farrington
NAYS: None
President Farrington then read a letter from the Jaycees requesting permission to sell
driveway markers to the residents of the Village. Following discussion regarding the
Village Ordinance which would be contrary to this and not knowing what size the marker
would be, the Jaycees will be requested to make a presentation at the next board
meeting and Ordinances will be checked.
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President Farrington then read a letter signed by the residents on Stillwell and
Patton Drives in the Village listing six specific complaints regarding abandoned
excavations, trash, street signs and lights, sidewalks in v acant lots, mail service,
street clearning and pest control. The letter will be referred to public imppEgsment
committee and discussed and its meeting on next Thursday. Residents of that were
invited to attend.
Trustee Marsh arrived and was present for the meeting. He extended apologies for
his unavoidable tardiness.
Upon the recommendation of the Police & Traffic Committee, President Farrington
appointed Kenneth Roberts, Patrolman, regular reserve. Trustee Marsh moved the
appointment be confirmed. Trustee Neiskopf seconded the motion and it was unanimously
carried.
Upon the recommendation of the Chief of Police and the Police & Traffic Committee,
President Farrington appointed Sgt. Henry E. Talker to the rank of Lieutenant,
regular reserve. Trustee Marsh moved the appointment be confirmed. Trustee Weiskopf
seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
President Farrington then stated that F&D Builders have submitted a revised
preliminary layout of Unit 7 and J.F. Arman has submitted a revised plan of Country
Club Manor. They have both been given to the Plan Commission for review and
recommendation. He asked Charles Wilhelm for a report on the Plan Commission's
recommendation.
Charles Wilhelm then read the Plan Commission report (Doc. #244). The Plan Commission
rejects the apartment plan by a six to nothing vote. The following reasons were
cited:
1. There has been no demonstrated need
2. The plan is not compatible with the Village as presently
developed
3. Studies toward rezoning this particular area have been
underway for over a year and the original proposed develop—
ment would be in total accord with the new zoning ordinance
4. Vacancies in the area
Mr. Arman was then recognized. He stated he could not understand why the plan
was rejected since they complied in every possible way. They agreed to T:r. Hooper's
recommendation of reducing to 720 units, added 5 additional playgrounds and the
school site from F&D Builders has been increased to approximately 10 acres. He
has agreed ,+.o a cash donatior. of 30,000.00 for a municipal swimming pool, Street
lights will be dedicated to the Village, fully paid for. He stated they are complying
with ever`- request. President Farrington then read a letter (Doc. #241) from
J. F. Arman which indicated what they would agree to. Discussion followed.
Trustee Rueckel questioned Mr. Arman as to what he felt the apartments would do for
the people now residing in Buffalo Grove. Mr. Arman stated he felt the added
revenue the Village received from such a development was an important factor.
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Trustee Frank stated according to the financial report submitted, there will be a
gain to both the Village and the School District.
Trustee Rueckel stated he appreciated the information but stated the financial
statistics are misleading and such a development should be judged on the basis of
good sound planning.
Trustee Larsh stated he has been aware for some time that the zoning was R-9 and the
rezoning of that particular area has not been accomplished. He stated that as a
result, he is thoroughly convinced that should the board reject the development,
V it would find itself in court defending a suit - and after making several investigations
and inquires finds chances of emerging victorious are slim. He also stated the
donation of the $30,000 toward a swimming pool is a find gesture but he feels the
Village could use such a sum for more pressing Village services.
Mr. Arm:n stated he expects to be a part of the Village and comply with every Ordinance.
The reason he agreed to donate toward a swimming pool was because he would not
be willing to open his apartment pool to the public, but he is willing to donate
the $30,000 with no strings attached so the Board could use the money as they see fit
and he feels certain it will be put to best use.
President Farrington questioned Mr. Raysa regarding the changing of the Zoning Ordinance.
Mr. Raysa stated the Village has the right to amend that or any Ordinance if conditions
warrant a change. But, if someone purchases land on the basis of the zoning in effect
and it alters his position if the zoning is changed, he has the right to sue. He
stated it was probable that the Village would loose such a suit.
Trustee Huxhold questioned the Plan Commission's recommendation of rejection under
such circumstances and Charles Wilhelm stated they voted on the basis of planning
rather than "politics".
Trustee Weiskopf stated the basis of a financial study is the number of bedrooms
in each unit. He stated it will be a great problem economically because of services,
such as police, school, etc., being needed immediately and tax money not being
returned to the Village for a year or so. He stated he was happy to hear that the
$30,000 will be donated with "no strings attached." He stated it would be extremely
difficult to operate with the added influx and leave $30,000 for a pool. He asked
whether it was possible to obtain a guarantee on the number of bedrooms in each unit.
President Farrington then explained what effect the apartments would have on the school
district financially. He stated the figures have been worked out with Mr. Gill. He
also stated that whether multi-family is accepted or not, school District 21 will be
in bad shape if another school is not built in Buffalo Grove for next September.
AV -vehicle of-ob'ta n ng a,`school: s-ite free of charge would be acceptance of Unit 7.
He stated there will be an additional cash grant of $20,000 toward a swimming pool;
reason for a pool is - when the Jaycees distributed the "blueprint" most people
were in favor of a pool and it would also serve as a good "selling point" for the
developers of the remainder of Unit 7.
Questioned as to whether three bedroom apartments were thought of, Mr. Arman stated
they were not and he would put in writing the fact that there will be 6 2-bedroom
and 18 1-bedroom units in each building with no deviation unless it is by mutual consent.
Mr. Ken Rodeck then presented plans for Unit 7, stating they are being submitted
concurrent with Country Club Manor. The meeting was recessed so the public could
view maps of Unit 7.
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Meeting reconvened.
Trustee Rueckel questioned the $20,000 cash grant. Trustee Frank stated he wished to make
F&D position clear - - the donation has nothing to do with approval or disapproval
of the multi-family area. He stated approximately a year ago, they stated they
would donate $20,000 toward a pool if it were built in Unit 7. He stated in order
to justify it economically, they have tied it in with building and selling of land
therefore the pool would have to be built within a year to be able to use as a selling
point.
Li Discussion followed regarding the drawing up of a legal document that would hold
up in court calling out the number of bedrooms in each unit. Trustee Weiskopf
stated he thought the plan would be good for the Village but he could not vote
yes or no unless the Attorney has time to have the documents drawn up for signature.
President Farrington questioned whether a motion to accept contingent on the signing
of an agreement would be agreeable to the Attorney. Mr. Arman has certain financial
commitments and must have some sort of decision from the Board. Mr. Raysa stated
he could draw up an agreement that would be binding but conditions would have to be
spelled out in the motion.
President Farrington requested that the following motion be made: The preliminary
plan as submitted of Country Club Manor be approved with the following conditions:
1. blacktopping of prking areas and access drives in the amount of
29,925.00 be substantiated by a letter of credit from the lending
institution - in the area commonly referred to as Unit 1.
2. Concrete walks in Unit 1 in the amount of $9,130.00 be substantiated
by a letter of credit from the lending institution
3. Landscaping and sodding in Unit 1 in the amount of $30,600.00 be
substantiated by a letter of credit from the lending institution
4. Light standards, 22 in number, for the entire project in the amount
of $7,480.00 be substantiated by a letter of credit from the lending
institution and the Village will bear just the cost for maintenance of
those lights that are the difference between the total number
of standards installed and what the Village would normally install
5. Swimming pool and wading pool in the amount of $80,000.00 for the entire
project be substantiated by a letter of credit from a lending
institutuion and a field house for the recreation center in the amount
of $50,000.00 be substantiated by a letter of credit from a lending
institution.
6. The swimming pools and field house must be completed within one year
of date of issuance of building permit
7. Thirty thousand ($30,000.00) cashier's check will be tendered the
Village of Buffalo Grove upon final approval of plans
8. All of the foregoing in accordance with a letter dated September
24, 1964 by Joseph F. Arman
9. The acreage referred to a park and school site on the plat submitted,
size totaling approximately 10 acres be deeded to the Village of Buffalo
Grove upon final approval of plan for Country Club Manor, Inc.
10. That the number of bedrooms in each building will be eighteen (18)
1-bedroom units and six (6) 2-bedroom units; any deviation frou this
must be mutually agreed to by Country Club Manor, Inc. , and the
Village of Buffalo Grove
Trustee Weiskopf so moved. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion. Trustee Huxhold
moved the motion be tabled to October 15th. Trustee Rueckel seconded the motion.
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Roll was called on the motion to table and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Huxhold
NAYS: Trustees Marsh, Weiskopf, Frank, President Farrington
President Farrington requested the motion be amended to include that the letters of
credit be from a reputable lending institution that is generally acceptable as
such - rating equal in size to the project. Trustee Weiskopf so amended the motion,
Trustee Marsh seconded. Roll call on the motion resulted in the following vote:
AYES: Trustees Marsh, Neiskopf, Frank, President Farrington
NAYS: Trustees Rueckel, Huxhold
Mr. Arman stated he will agree to sign an agreement containing the stipulations
outlined in the motion when it is prepared by Mr. Raysa.
Trustee Weiskopf moved the board accept and approve the preliminary plan of Unit 7.
Trustee Marsh seconded the motion and the vote on roll call was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Marsh, Weiskopf, Frank
NAYS: Trustee Huxhold
Trustee Weiskopf stated he would recuest permission to pLy the Attorney for his
work in connection with Glen Grove. The Clerk was directed to pay it on the next
Warrant.
There being no further business and no questions from the audience, Trustee Marsh
moved the meeting adjourn. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and it was
unanimou:ly carried.
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Time approx: 11:45 P.M.
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