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1965-10-30 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COUNTIES OF COOK AND LAKE, ILLINOIS, HELD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1965 AT THE MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 150 N. RAUPP BLVD., BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS. The meeting was called to order at approximately 6:15 P.M. The v Clerk called the roll and the following were found present: President Farrington; Trustees Huxhold, Weiskopf, Marsh, Palmer ABSENT: Trustees Wilhelm, Lewis Trustee Weiskopf moved we dispense with formalities. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. President Farrington then stated that the 17 acres to be disconnected from the Village of Wheeling must be contiguous to another Village in order for the disconnection to be legal. Mr. Brown has therefore presented a petition for annexation of the land which is presently contiguous to Buffalo Grove but not within the corporate limits of any municipality. This will in turn made the proposed disconnected property contiguous. A Petition for Annexation was then read followed by the reading of an Annexation Ordinance. Trustee Weiskopf moved Ordinance 0-65-21 being an Ordinance Annexing Certain Territory to the Village of Buffalo Grove, be approved and passed. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. There being no further business Trustee Marsh moved the meeting be adjourned. Trustee Weiskopf seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. Respes±fully submitted, Villa e lerk Time: Approx. 6:30 P.M. 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, NOVEMBER 4, 1965 AT THE MUNICIPAL SERVICE CENTER, 150 N. RAUPP BLVD., BUFFALO GROVE, ILL INO IS . The meeting was called to order at approximately 8:15 P.M. The Girl Scouts of Troop 536 led in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Clerk called the roll and the following were found present: President Farrington; Trustees Huxhold, Weiskopf, Wilhelm, Lewis, Palmer ABSENT : Trustee Marsh President Farrington then stated that the girls from troop 536 were in attendance at the Board meeting so that they could go on to acquire their active citizen badge. They had come to learn about Village government and what they could do to assist people in being better citizens. He extended a welcome to the girls. Trustee Lewis moved the minutes of the meetings of October 21st and October 30th be approved as submitted. Trustee Weiskopf seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows : AYES : Trustees Huxhold, Weiskopf, Lewis, Palmer NAYS : None ABSTAIN: Trustee Wilhelm Trustee Weiskopf read Warrant #94. Trustee Wilhelm moved Warrant #94 in the amount of $5,437.56 be approved for payment. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. In the absence of the treasurer, Trustee Weiskopf read the Treasurer's report. Balance at the end of October is $21,744.70 in all funds. Police Chief, Arlie L. Page, then gave his report. Total man hours worked during October were 1,449. Men attended two separate Cook County Courts and one family court hearing. Trustee Huxhold questioned Chief Page as to how many men were on duty during the day. Chief Page stated he was the only one, other than on Monday until 1:00 P.M. when Officer Cangelosi is on duty. Questioned further, Chief Page stated from 7 to midnight the reserves are on duty and after midnight he is on duty again. Trustee Huxhold then stated that with the annexations that are taking place and the increased need for police protection, the Finance Committee should be instructed to look into getting another full- time man and the Police and Traffic Committee pursue the same. Chief Page was then questioned regarding Halloween. He stated he had both squad cars and two unmarked cars each with 2 men out. The only major damage was to one house, the remainder was broken pumpkins and several broken windshields. Chief Winter of the Fire Department then stated total hours put in by the men during October were 329. In addition approximately 150 hours were spent on the dance. He thanked all the citizens who helped make the dance a success and stated the proceeds would be used to make the needed repairs to the fire truck. Plan Commission did not have a quorum at its regular meeting therefore, a special meeting will be held next Thursday to start work onthe subdivision ordinance. J. Brown, Park commissioner, stated movies have started on Saturdays. He stated approximately 50 shrubs donated by Richard J. Brown were planted in the park with the help of the Jaycees and the Fire Department. OLD BUSINESS President Farrington stated at the adjourned meeting on Saturday, an annexation ordinance was enacted pending certain actions by the Wheeling Board. These actions did not materialize. Trustee Weiskopf moved to reconsider the motion of approving Ordinance 0-65-21. Trustee Huxhold seconded the m8tion. On roll call the vote was as follows : AYES : Trustees Huxhold, Weiskopf, Lewis, Palmer NAYS : None ABSTAIN: Trustee Wilhelm Thereupon, Trustee Weiskopf moved Ordinance 0-65-21 be tabled. Trustee Lewis seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was unanimous. President Farrington then read a proposed ordinance entitled "Gambling Ordinance" . Following discussion, Trustee Wilhelm moved Ordinance 0-65-22 be adopted. Trustee Palmer seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. Questioned regarding his opinion of the Zoning Ordinance, Attorney L,J Raysa asked the indulgence of the Board for one more meeting so that he could receive a model ordinance which he sent to Washington for. He stated he has conferred with the Northeast Metropolitan Area Plan Commission and Lake County Plan Commission and contacted the Urban Institute in Washington. He stated he would like to compare this ordinance with ours before reaching a final conclusion but he feels with 2 or 3 changes our ordinance will probably be valid. He stated there is much discussion regarding cluster type planning and density type zoning. He stated there are two questions 0 g/ that are uppermost in everyone's mind and they are whether this type of zoning is depriving the owner to his right to due process and the second is who owns all this open space. Trustee Wilhelm stated he has been unable to determine which sections of the ordinances he has in his possession should be incorporated into the business license ordinance. He will discuss it with the Attorney for final drafting. The food and food establishment ordinance will be discussed at the next meeting. The Building Code Ordinance was then discussed. President Farring- ton read the ordinance adopting the BOCA code with modifications as explained by the Building Commissioner. Final vote of the Board as to adoption or rejection will be taken at the next board meeting. Trustee Palmer questioned the status of the Glen Grove suit. Mr. Raysa stated he could not understand why the owners are not interested in proceeding with it since he understands they are selling the property and is certain the title company will not issue a clear title in view of the suit. He stated he has been unable to get in touch with Mr. Siegal since the latter never returns the calls. Questioned as to the status of the Arlington Country Club Agreement, Mr. Raysa stated he suggests something be done regarding the passage of the agreement if construction on the road is to begin in Spring. NEW BUSINESS A letter was read from John Zodrow requesting acceptance of his resignation from the Plan Commission because of increased demands of his job. It was moved by Trustee Weiskopf and seconded by Trustee Palmer that the resignation be accepted. On roll call the motion was unanimously carried. President Farrington then announced that the Village Clerk will accept voter's registrations from November 16, 1965 to January 18, 1966 at the prescribed hours at her office. President Farrington then read a letter from theFire Department stating there will be a meeting on November 8th of the Cook County Suburban Fireman's Association at the community room of the Ranch Mart Shopping Center . The Buffalo Grove Department will be Host. Members of the Board were invited to attend. Upon the recommendation of the Plan Commission Chairman, President Farrington reappointed Norman Kortus to a one year term on the Plan Commission. It was moved by Trustee Wilhelm and seconded by Trustee Weiskopf that the appointment be confirmed and the motion was unanimously carried. Trustee Huxhold then read a proposed agreement between the Village and the owners of a barn behind the police station allowing the Village to burn the barn as part of the fire department training program. Trustee Huxhold moved we enter into the agreement and Trustee Palmer seconded the motion. On roll call it was unanimously carried. After a date is decided upon the fire department is to notify Trustee Huxhold and the Village Clerk so that the owners of the property can be contacted. Trustee Palmer asked that the tree that was knocked down in the accident on Bernard Drive be replaced since there was an insurance settlement by the parties involved. Trustee Weiskopf suggested that the tree be replaced through the amount of insurance received. Trustee Palmer asked tbet the Village Engineer check the bridge across the creek leading into the Park. Discussion following was regarding the digging up of parkways by the Utility Company and their failure to restore same. There are several dangerous situations existing because of this. Mr. Raysa stated he will have a 'revamped' ordinance on streets and sidewalks ready for the next meeting. Chief Page was directed to issue a citation to the Utility Company under the Nuisance Ordinance for every day beginning in the A.M. on which the violation continues to exist. Discussion followed regarding an unfinished house in the vicinity of Stillwell and Patton Drives which has been in such condition for over a year. President Farrington stated a letter will be written informing the owner he must commence work immediately to put the house in 'shape' or a citation will be issued daily until itis complete. Mr. Raysa stated that notification can be given the owner that if he does not comply, the village will proceed to go through Circuit Court and request demolition of the building because of its hazadrous condition. A letter was read from Muscular Dystrophy Association. Trustee Weiskopf moved permission be given to them to solicit but that the Clerk notify them to notify the Police Chief as to what days they will solicit, not to exceed four days in the Village, and the fee be waived. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. There being no further business and no questions from the audience, Trustee Wilhelm moved the meeting be adjourned. Trustee Palmer seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. Respectfully submitted, Village le I UNFINISHED BUSINESS : Vote on Building Code Ordinance Attonry's opinion re zoning Ordinance Food and Food Establishment Ordinance Business License Ordinance Arlington Country Club Agreement Recommendation from Finance Committee re fulltime policeman Street and Sidewalk Ordinance Note : As of November 9, 1965, the Treasurer's report has not been received by the Clerk for publication. Li V I I I� i I