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1963-06-06 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, IN THE COUNTIES C ' COOK AND LAKE, ILLINOIS, HELD THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 1963, IN THE LOUISA MAY ALCOTT PUBLIC SCHOOL IN BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS. The President called the meeting to order approximately 8:15 P.M. All present stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Clerk called the roll and l the following were found present: v President Farrington; Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxheld, Frank ABSENT: Trustee Weiskopf Trustee Rueckel moved that the minutes of the meeting of May 23, 1963 be approved. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank NAYS: None In the absence of Trustee Weiskopf, President Farrington read Warrant #64. The amount of $172.00 to Longtin's Sport Huddle was deleted until the Park Commissioner could check into the amount. Trustee Marsh moved that Warrant #64 in the amount of $3,691.44 be approved as corrected. Trustee Racette seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: RYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank NAYS: None The treasurer's report was called for. Cash in the bank May 31, 1963 was $30,364.39; Motor Fuel Tax Allotment was $20,436.14. The Police Chief then gave his report. Hours worked by Patrolmen were 63, Hours worked by Radio Operators was 157. The Municipal Justice then gave his report. There were 17 cases continued from April, and 80 for May. There were 46 convictions; 6 dismissals; 34 continuances. Total money turned ever to the Clerk - $308.00. The Park Commissioner stated there wi11 be registrations on Saturday, June 8 between 1 and 4 and 0n Monday, June 10th between 7 and 8. The cost of 6 counsellors and the director amounts to $2760.00 and equipment (arts and crafts) $300.00. They requested a sum not to exceed $2500.00 for the Park Program. Trustee Frank stated he did not think the people had been properly informed as to what the Park Program would be. It was suggested that another registration be held and another flyer L., circulated. Jelin Zedrow, Public Relations, stated there was to be a news release in the Sunday Tribune regarding the proposed Glen Grove Annexation, There will be a series of meetings regarding publicity for Buffalo Grove Day and he invited all those interested to attend. The date and time will be announced. The Village information L.. Manual is approaching rough draft stages and board approval will be requested before seeking means of printing the Manual. .S'/ n 2 In the absence of Bill. Weiskopf, Finance Committee Chairman, President Farrington read the Committee's report. All necessary information for the special census has been forwarded. Quotes are being requested en both carrell and station wagon type vehicles. A sum not to exceed $250.00 fer portable latrines for the park was recommended. The replacement of 14 parkway trees - the $210.00 is available but the Committee questioned it as setting a precedent for further expenditures of that type. The $2.00 increase in plumbing and electrical inspection fees - fee charged the builder is adequate to cover this. OLD BUSINESS Trustee Marsh gave a report en the meeting of the committee fez. Buffalo Grove Day. There is a general committee and sub-committees and Chairmen have been appointed. Trustee Marsh moved that the Festivities on Sunday, September 1st be officially designated Buffalo Grove Day. Trustee Racette seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. The Village Engineer has checked on the Sanitary sewer covers and all are okay. Mr. Gill Anderson of the Teen Club stated that the teen-agers will clean the creek in the park when school is out. John Hooper stated that he has made a study on the water flow to Arlington Golf Course and finds we are diverting more water out than in. There has been a change in the flow of the water but it has been to their advantage. He also stated that the County has a program for cleaning out the culverts and will. do so. Trustee Racette stated he has written a letter to Mr. Mortimer of the Department of Highways telling him of the blocked culverts. Trustee Marsh asked the Attorney whether he has been contacted by the Country Club's Attorney and Mr. Raysa stated that they do net seem to overly anxious to pursue this as it has been over a month since their attorney stated he would contact Mr. Raysa. President Farrington asked Mr. Raysa for a report on his meeting with the State Fire Marshal. Mr. Raysa stated that Mr. Hughes said as far as he was concerned, the house was not in condition. He stated the Fire Marshal's Office will not be responsible if the Police Department remains in the building. Mr. Hughes stated a 2nd inspection was made on the Bowling Alley and he would forward a copy of the letter sent to them. The letter has not been received - the meeting was 2 weeks ago. The Legislative Committee had no report on the 4 bills Trustee Weiskopf requested information on. Judge Porter stated that on January 1, 1944 when the court comes under the jurisdiction of the State, the Village Attorney and possibly a court reported will have to be present at all court sessions. `. , Trustee Frank moved that the authorisation be made to enter into a contract with "Johnny-on the-Spot" to provide 2 sanitary toilet facilities for three months and to provide 8 additional facilities for September let at a cost net to exceed $250.00. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as fellows: AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank NAYS: None Trustee Rueckel was requested to negotiate the contract from June 14th. A discussion was had on replacing the park-way trees that were dead and it was referred to the Public Improvement Committee. #3 Trustee Racette moved that the fees for the plumbing and electrical inspectors be raised from $2.00 to $4.00. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion. Discussion followed. Trustee Rueckel objected on the basis of continual increase in fees for volunteer work. Trustee Frank stated consideration should be given to all people serving the village on a volunteer basis. On moll call the vete was as fellows: AYES: Trustees Racette, Huxhold NAYS: Trustees Rueckel, Marsh, Frank Li President Farrington stated that it is well to note that when the Building Permit Fees were increased there was an objection because the inspectors were not getting enough money to warrant the increase, and now the objector is opposed to increasing the inspector fees. Trustee Marsh requested Mr. Venetianer to submit a complete breakdown of the cost of inspectors, issuance of permits, and overhead so that it could be considered at a later date. President Farrington then stated that a copy of a letter to Mr. Grosshandler from Mr. Eugene Baughman, of Tee-Search, Inc. had been received (Dec. #174) stating upon inspection of the proposed incinerator site, his findings were such that it will be possible for him to develop support for the County Board and the Zoning Board of Appeals in their decision to deny the special permit for the incinerator as an adjunct of the land fill operation. President Farrington stated that specifications had been drawn up for a new emergency vehicle. He stated that at a meeting with the Fire& Rescue Squad, Chief Marsh expressed a desire to establish themselves as a fire fighting unit. With that in mind and the probable growth of the village in the next year or two, the new emergency vehicle will be given the police in lieu of a second squad car. Chief Dekneof stated the Department would gladly accept the rescue work. Trustee Marsh stated that the police have had training on the recusitater and some are already trained in first aid and there are plans to increase that phase of police work. Trustee Marsh moved the Board authorise the Clerk to publish a notice requesting bids for a station wagon according to the specifications on file. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion. On roll call the vete was as follows: AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank NAYS: None President Farrington then read Ordinance 0-63-7, providing for the rjnokingu of the Ambulance. Trustee Racette moved the Ordinance be adapted. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank NAYS: None President Farrington then read a letter (Dec. #175) from dr. Raysa regarding his findings on the pre-annexation agreement. Mr. Raysa stated that there are no decisions in Illinois either upholding or invalidating such agreements. Trustee Frank stated that for the record he has serious reservations as to the legality of such an agreement, the advisibility of the agreement or the necessity for it in this particular case and reserves the right to bring it up at future board `-" meetings. He feels that such an agreement would bind future boards. M . Raysa stated that changes would have to be made in this particular agreement before it would be acceptable but such agreements are net considered illegal. 0 Trustee Huxhold then stated the Board had met with the Trustees of the 'Wheeling Fire District to try and find out what would be best for Buffalo Grove regarding fire protection. He stated the district may consider wring the necessary funds availDble for the volunteers to purchase the required additional equipment to start training but wished to study it further. The men would train under Chief Keeppen and remain in the district. Our tax base is so small that we could not support our own fire department. Chief Mart& objected and after further discussion, Trustee Rueckel suggested that the offer to meet again with the District, the Beard , and the Squad be accepted so that it could be further discussed. President Farrington stated a date will be set. �•/ Trustee Racette stated he had received another request for cutting a curb. The Village Engineer recommended removal of the entire curb and replacing it with a depressed curb. Trustee Racette moved that the 2 homeowners be permitted to remove the entire curb in conjunction with paving of the driveway and garage building and repeur a depressed curb at their own expense to be inspected at the time of garage inspection. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion. Trustee Frank felt it should be under the supervision of the Village engineer. Oh roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank NAYS: None Trustee Huxh.ld requested a meeting of the Board of Trustees on the following Thursday to discuss the food and food establishments ordinance. President Farrington stated he had received a letter from the Building Commissioner requesting removal of James Arnold as Building Inspector. W%th full knowledge of what is and has been going en, President Farrington removed James Arnold as Building Inspector in Buffalo Grove. Trustee Marsh moved that the removal be approved. Trustee Racette seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as fellows: AYES: Trustees Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank NAYS: Trustee Rueckel NEW BUSINESS President Farrington then stated that a letter would have to be written to the postal authorities regarding the postal situation of Buffalo Grove. Mail comes from 3 different post offices and under a new ruling, mail in new block extensions will be delivered by vehicle rather than on foot. Mailboxes would have to be in the parkways. Trustee Frank stated it should be done in the form of a special resolution. This was the general feeling of the Board. Trustee Marsh stated the possibility of a Post Office in Buffalo Grove should be investigated. President Farrington then appointed to the Public Relations Committee, a standing committee, the following men: Ralph Osgood Jim Tobin William Means �... Trustee Racette moved the appointments be approved. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion* and it was pnenintously carried. 5-/ 3 5 L,. Trustee Huxhold moved that $1.50 a hour be paid for cutting the grass in the park. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank NAYS: None Upon the request and recommendation of Trustee Marsh, President Farrington appointed Matthew W. &atrinak to the rank of Special Policeman for a 6 month probationary period. Trustee Marsh moved the appointment be confirmed. Trustee Rueekel seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Racette, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank NAYS: None Trustee Marsh then stated he had received 2 quotes on accident policy for the Park Program. One was for 25# per week, per child, the other was $1.00 per child for the $'week period, if there were 100% participation or $1.50 per child on an optional basis. It was the general feeling that the insurance be offered to those participating in the park program. President Farrington stated that he had received a request from E. Racette for permission to move his driveway. Trustee Huxhold moved that the permission be granted. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Marsh, Huxhold, Frank NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Trustee Racette Permission was then granted the park commissioner to arrange for fireworks display on July 4th. Questions from the audience were then accepted. Trustee Racette moved the meeting adjourn. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. 7 ebeep ge erk 17/ `jJ