1963-04-18 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF 1RUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, IN THE COUNTIES OF COOK AND LAKE,
ILLINOIS, HELD THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 1963, IN THE LOUISA MAY ALCOTT
... PUBLIC SCHOOL IN BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS.
The President called the meeting to order at approximately 8:00 P.M. The
Clerk called the roll and the following were found present:
President Farrington; Trustees Frank, Huxhold, Weiskopf, Marsh, Racette
Absent: Trustee Zodrow
The President stated that the first order of business would be to canvass the election
votes.
Trustee Zodrow arrived and was present for the meeting.
The Clerk opened the Tally Sheets for Precinct 38 and exhibited them to the Board.
The votes were counted and recorded in the Canvass Books. The Clerk then opened
the Tally Sheets for Precinct 51. The votes were counted and recorded in the Canvass
Books. The President stated that the count agreed with the Certificate of Results
of the election as filed by the Judges of the Election. The Clerk recorded the
number of votes of each candidate on the Certificate for the County Clerkts Office.
The President thereupon announced the following were elected at the election held
on April 16, 1963:
William H. Weiskopf, Trustee to serve a four year term
William R. Marsh, Trustee to serve a four year term
Eugene J. Racette, Trustee to serve a four year term
Harry E. Rueckel, Trustee to serve a two year term
Rosalie L. Kaszubowski, Clerk, to serve a four year term
G. Fred Porter, Municipal Justice, until January 1964
William J. Farrington, President, to serve a four year term
The Clerk thereupon delivered to each of the newly elected officials a notification
of their Election.
The bond of William J4 Farrington, executed by himself as principal and the
United States Fidelity & Guaranty Company as surety, in the amount of $3000.00
for the faithful performance of his duties as V-i 1 1 age President, was presented
to the Board for Approval. The bond of Rosalie L. Kaszubowski, executed by herself
as principal and the United Stated Fidelity & Guaranty Company as surety, in the
amount of $3000.00 for the faithful performance of her duties as Village Clerk,
was presented to the Board for approval.
Trustee Weiskopf moved that the bonds of William J. Farrington and Rosalie L.
Kaszubowski be approved. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion. On roll call the
vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, Weiskopf, Marsh, Racette, Zodrow
`„ NAYS: None
The bond of the President was referred to the Village Clerk for filing and the
bond of the Clerk was referred to the Treasurer for filing.
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The Clerk then administered the oath of office to each of the following, in the
order shown.
William H. rif.skopf, Trustee
WilliAm R. Marsh, Trustee
Eugene J. Racette, Trustee
Harry E. Rueckel, Trustee
William Ji Farrington, President
Rosalie L. Kaszubowski, Clerk
Li President William J. Farrington and Trustees, William H. Weiskopf, William R. Marsh,
Eugene J. Racette and Harry E. Rueckel, having duly qualified for their respective
offices, took their places as members of the Board.
Rosalie L. Kaszubowski, having duly qualified as Village Clerk, received the
Village Seal from Paula D. Clohesey, and assumed the duties of Village Clerk.
Clerk
The meeting of the newly elected officials proceeded. Trustee Weiskopf made a
correction in the minutes of April 4, 1963 which was noted of the Clerk. Trustee
Marsh moved the minutes be approved. Trustee Racette seconded the motion.
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, Weiskopf, Marsh, Racette
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Trustee Rueckel
Finance Committee Chairman invited everyone interested to attend the Finance
Committee meeting on Thursday.
Trustee Frank reported that the streets of the Village are scheduled to be swept
on Tuesday at $:00. He asked the cooperation of the residents, asking them to
be sure no vehicles are parked at the curb. He asked that the Police Department
have available personnel to see that as many cars as possible are off the streets.
Trustee Marsh reminded everyone that Dog licenses expire on April 30th.
Trustee Weiskopf asked Mr. Stoltenberg if the new safety seats were installed on
cw) the swings. They have been. There is nothing further on the Special Census.
The filing fee for Glen Grove had not yet been received.
President Farrington stated that at the last board meeting, the plat for the
Arlington Addition to Buffalo Grove was recommended for approval by the Engineer
and the Plan Commission. It was tabled because a letter stating the approval
of the Plat would not be construed as a waiver of any rights of ownership of
underground lines did not accompany it. The letter was received (Document #167)
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Trustee Racette moved that the motion be "taken off the table". Trustee Huxhold
seconded the motion. Trustee Rueckel asked Mr. Raysa the legality of the letter.
Mr. Raysa stated only a court could decide that. The roll was called and the
vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, Weiskopf, Marsh, Racette, Rueckel
NAYS: None
l Trustee Weiskopf moved we accept the Plat. Trustee Racette seconded the motion.
�/ On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, Weiskopf, Marsh, Racette, Rueckel
NAYS: None
Trustee Frank stated that at the last board meeting, the Attorney was directed to
prepare an ordinance prohibiting smoking in a theater. Mr. Raysa stated he could
add it as a section to the proposed Tobacco Ordinance. While he was so doing,
Trustee Frank asked what the status of the violations at the Theater was. President
Farrington stated that State Fire Marshal Hughes went through the Bowling Alley,
Restaurant, and Theater and found about 18 of the violations taken care of. Some
hgd not been and he will submit a letter as soon as possible stating those that
were omitted. At the same time, our Police and Library facilities were taken away
because the Farm House was condemned. The Library will be closed until the books
can be relocated.
Trustee Marsh stated that the Voluntary Compensation Insurance on the Fire Department
ti... expires on April 24th. Following discussion Trustee Marsh moved that the Board
authorize placing of the policy with Erickson Suffredini through Reliance
Standard Insurance Company for a sum not to exceed $160.00. Trustee Teiskopf
seconded the motion. The roll was called and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, l'leiskopf, Marsh, Racette, Rueckel
NAYS: None
Trustee Marsh moved we authorize an expenditure of $36.39 for the Public Official
Bond for the Office of the President and $36.39 for the Public Official Bond for the
Office of the Village Clerk, total not to exceed $72.78. Trustee Huxhold seconded
the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, Weiskopf, Marsh, Racette, Rueckel
NAYS: None
President Farrington read a letter of resignation from John R. Hamblin of the Fire
l ) Department. Trustee Weiskopf moved the resignation be accepted. Trustee Marsh
�J seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, Weiskopf, Marsh, Racette, Rueckel
NAYS: None
A letter of resignation from Lt. J. Hauber of the Police Department was then read
by the President. Trustee Marsh moved the resignation be accepted. Trustee
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Racette seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, `rh iskopf, Marsh, Racette, Rueckel
NAYS: None
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President Farrington stated a special note of thanks should be given to Mr. Hauber
for a job well done.
President Farrington then read a letter from Stanley Grosshandler, Assistant State1a
Attorney (Document #168) re Hoffman v. County of Lake (Sanitary Landfill and
Incinerator). President Farrington asked the Attorney to attend the hearing.
Trustee Marsh asked Mr. Raysa whether Municipalities furnish the Public Official
Bond for the Municipal Justice. Mr. Raysa stated it was customary. Trustee Marsh
moved that the Board authorize an expenditure not to exceed $40.00 for the
Public Official Bond for the Office of Municipal Justice. Trustee Huxhold seconded
the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, Weiskopf, Marsh, Racette, Rueckel
NAYS: None
Trustee Frank asked what the amount of the Bond on the Village Treasurer is and
what nature of bond it is. Trustee Marsh stated it is a public official bond held
by the Village Clerk. He did not know the amount because it was executed prior
to his becoming insurance consultant. Trustee Frank stated the Insurance and
Finance Committee should meet and review the bond in relation to Village Finances
to determine whether it is sufficient.
Trustee Frank stated that in order for the park program to adequately perform,
public washroom facilities must be made available. He stated since the park
program is scheduled for the end of June, a decision on this cannot be deferred
much beyond the next board meeting. He stated that if the proposed municipal
building will not be ready by then, the Board should authorize a sum of money
so that facilities could be built which would become a part of the municipal
building. Trustee Marsh asked whether a cost estimate could be available by
the next board meeting. Trustee Weiskopf asked that the estimate be submitted
to the Finance Committee by next Thursday. Trustee Frank answered in the affirmative.
Trustee Huxhold asked that the Board members look over the ordinance on Food
Establishments because he will bring it up for discussion at the next Board meeting.
President Farrington then read the proposed Ordinance on Tobacco with the added
section prohibiting snoking in any theater. After a lengthy discussion regarding
age limits for purchasing tobacco and fees for dispensing tobacco, Trustee Rueckel
moved the ordinance be held until the next meeting. Trustee Marsh seconded the
motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, a deiskopf, Marsh, Racette, Rueckel
NAYS: None
President Farrington stated the Board should meet one week hence to go over the
Ordinance and instruct the Attorney to redraft it.
Trustee Frank stated that two years ago a motion was carried stating the voting
by Board members would take place according to the seniority of the Trustees.
He has voted first for two years and would now appreciate adoption of a new
`"" order of voting. Trustee Frank moved we reverse the order of voting - the
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Junior Trustee voting first and the Senior Trustee voting last. Trustee Racette
... seconded the motion. Trustee Weiskopf moved that the motion be tabled. Trustee
Rueckel seconded. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, Marsh, Racette
NAYS: Trustees Weiskopf, Rueckel
Li Trustee Rueckel moved the motion be amended to include only the four year trustees.
There was no second to the motion. The roll was celled on the original motion
and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Huxhold, Racette, President Farrington
NAYS: Trustees Weiskopf, Marsh, Rueckel
Trustee Rueckel asked whether a flag was available for Board meetings. Trustee
Weiskopf stated there was but the school district had failed to notify the Janitor
and the room was not ready for use. Trustee Rueckel then moved that the Board
meetings begin with the Pledge of Allegiance. Trustee Racette seconded the motion.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES:
Trustees Rueckel, Racette Marsh President Farrington
NAYS: Trustees Weiskopf, Huxhold, Frank
Mr. Wilhelm of the Plan Commission stated he had been to a meeting of the Vernon
Township Plan Commission and stated there will be a public hearing at 10 am on
Thursday. He stated the best interest of the village could be served if someone
attended the hearing. It will be in reference to the proposed relocation of
Rte. 53. President Farrington directed John Hooper to attend the hearing.
Trustee Marsh moved that the meeting adjourn. Trustee Racette seconded the motion
and it was unanimously carried.
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