1964-03-05 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes •
A REGULAR METING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COUNTIES OF COOK AND LAKE, HELD
THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 1964, IN THE LOUISA MAY ALCOTT PUBLIC SCHOOL
BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS.
The President called the meeting to order at approximately 8:15 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, Marsh, besikopf, Huxhold, Frank
ABSENT: Trustee Racette
Trustee Frank stated that the spelling of the word "site" is incorrect on page 5
second paragraph, in the minutes of February 20th.
Trustee Weiskopf stated that on page 9, last paragraph in the February 20th
minutes the words "fire department" should be inserted to designate type of badge.
The Cl irk noted the corrections and Trustee Weiskopf moved the minutes of the
regular meeting of February 20th and the adjourned meeting of February 27th be
approved as corrected. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion. On roll call the
vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Marsh, Weiskopf, Huxhold, Frank (meeting of the 20th)
NAYS: None
AYES: Trustees Marsh, Weiskopf, Huxhold, Frank (meeting of the 27th)
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Trustee Rueckel
Trustee Weiskopf then read ''darrant #74. Payment to the Great Lake Fire Equipment
Co. and Country Service was deleted. Trustee Weiskopf moved warrant #74 in the
amount of $3114.56 be approved. Trustee Marsh seconded the notion and it was
carried unanimously.
Trustee Weiskopf then read arrant IFT-1. (payment to Country Service for snow
plowing). Trustee Weiskopf moved that warrant MFT-1 be approved. Trustee Rueckel
seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
In the absence of the Treasurer, Trustee Weiskopf read the Treasurer' s report.
Cash in bank at the end of February was $28,531.65 - MFTAllotment $32,147.50.
Finance Committee report recommendations will be brought up under new business
Police Chief Arlie L. Page then gave his report. Cafeteria Court is now in
operation. He is negotiating with the judicial authority of the Cook and Lake
County courts to obtain a "Rule of the Court" to have all our cases within our
incorporated limits heard in Cook County. If successful, this will relieve the
problem with law enforcement considerably. Transition of Command between himself
and the members of the department has been smooth and pleasant. He then gave
a man-hour and activity report for the month of February.
There was no official report from the Plan Commission. The request for appointment
of two prospective members if being "held" because they did not show up at the
meeting.
There were no further reports.
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OLD BUSINESS
President Farrington stated that prior to tonight' s meeting, a report was submitted
to the trustees from the park commission as to a program for 1964, with the
activities outlined. He asked that the board discuss the program at this time
to s ::e if there are areas where the board can "aid" the commission in determining
what the board will or will not allow.
Rex Lewis, Park Commissioner, was they asked for his comments. He stated that in
some instances, they are vague. They have used the experience of the committee
to come up with something they felt would be feasible realizing there are dollars
and cents attached to it. They have also contacted the school and will work with
them in the event the proposed park building is not completed.
Trustee Huxhold commented that he thought the program should be attempted again
this year but more publicity should be given beforehand. Lir. Lewis stated that
this first order of business would be to get a staff lines up and with the now
seven members of the Committee they will see to it that the program is publicized
not only door-to-door but also in the newspapers. It will be somlhing that will
give the parents ideas of those activities that will be available. uestioned
by Trustee Marsh as to whether he had any contacts as far as a director or directors
were concerned, Mr. Lewis stated he had been in contact with last year's director
Mr. Lind who stated he had some people in mind who might be interested and will
also take Mr. Lewis to the head of the Physical Education Department of Northwestern.
Mr. Lind stated he is willing to help all he can but cannot assume the job this
year because of previous commitments. Four of last Year' s counsellors have called
and stated they would like to be considered for this year's program.
President Farrington commented that there is approximately $3100 in disbursements
but no revenue listed. Lir. Lewis stated that in discussing this with the committee,
members felt that requirement of a fee may have been a contributing factor to the
small number of children that responded to the program. They felt that they would
rather see it no fee if this was possible. Trustee “eiskopf stated that since
last year the fee was a system of registration and this year's program will not
require registration or attendance taken, perhaps the fee would not be worth the
bookkeeping. Mr. Lewis stated that perhaps when the program is outlines a fee could
be charged to defray the cost of arts and crafts, only to those that would
participate in it. He stated this would be explained in the literature that is
sent to the homes.
Trustee Frank stated he agrees, in general, with the program. He stated he feels
we should approve the program as outlined without fee because it is a small
investment to make for the children of the community and get full use of the park
building. He stated further, hnwev?r, there are 3 suggestions he has - 1) make
sure that we have adequate liability insurance 2) have park space available that
is not being used by supervised groups for children who want to play on their
own and 3) with activities ending at 4 o'clock in the afternoon, maximum use will
not be gotten from the park building and something should be done from 8 to 10
in the evening to include teenagers. Following discussion, it was agreed that
the Park Committee should come up with a program to include the teen-agers.
Trustee ,"+esikopf moved that the park Committee continue their work on this type
of program in general as outlined and come back at a later date with periodic
reports as to how it is progressing. Trustee Frank seconded the motion.
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Trustee Marsh stated he agrees with the necessity of a program for the children
and stated that a program for the teenagers is just as much aS necessity. But
he stated he objects to a no fee program. He stated it has been proven time and
time again that which one received free is not appreciated and there is a great
likelihood of it being abused. He stated the expense factor must be a nsidered.
The present sum of 3100 dollars could easily become 400 dollars. He stated
this village does not have this kind of money and every child should pay a
registration fee and if he cannot afford it a call to the commissioner with an
explanation and the fee could be waived. He stated some people look upon the
village as a mother, father, and baby-sitter. Following further comment on
the subject, roll was called and the vote was as follows:
AY7;S: Trustees Rueckel, deiskopf, Huxhold, Frank
NAYS: Trustee Marsh
President Farrington stated that the second phase of the park program is the
building. He stated this Sunday or Monday, we should be in receipt of a check
in the amount of $40,000.00 earmarked for a field house within the park. Sometime
ago plans vi re drawn up by a professional architect and given to the park
commission for modification and incorporation of their ideas. The drawings
were then given to a local contractor for a price estimate. A local contractor
was considered because his crews wire in the area all the time and we could take
every advantage of good weather available to progress as rapidly as possible.
He obtained bids from subcontractors who would be involved and a cost of
v33,165.62 was quoted.
Plans of the building were then viewed by everyone interested.
President Farrington then stated that the price received from Kings Terrace
is about $6.60 a square foot, considered a low bid, a great deal of it being
figured at cost. He asked Mr. Raysa what would be required to waive the required
competitive bidding. Mr. Raysa stated that if the elected trustees wish to waive
the competitive bidding it can be done by 2/3 of the board. Trustee Marsh stated
he felt it was most important for the Village to be furnished with a hold
harmless agreement. Mr. Raysa stated that the contractor will furnish adequate
public liability insuraIce in the writing of the contract. Asked for his comments,
Trustee Frank stated he would not hesitate to vote to award the contract
on the bid but stated consideration should be given to a roof overhang. He
stated it would add to the cost but would be worth it. He also stated that the
laminated beams and timber deck should not be deleted as it would detract from
the utility of the building and also it appearance. Following discussion as to
why the beam ceiling had been eliminated, it was the feeling of the board that
the cost of the beam ceiling and additional figure for an overhang be gotten.
Trustee Rueckel stated a quote should be gotten on sidewalks also.
President Farrington then read Resolution R-64-1 pertaining to the acceptance of
the pre-annexation agreement with Glen Grove. he stated that since the finance
committee had recommended a fire-proof file cabinet and sufficient copies of
the agreement will be available and the Attorney feels the cot will be prohibitive,
there any comments. Trustee Marsh moved Resolution R-64-1 be adopted. Trustee
4'deikopf seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AfS: Trustees Rueckel, Marsh, Weiskopf, Huxhold
NAYS: Trustee Frank
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President Farrington stated that at the last board meeting a letter vim.:: read
from ALSAC requesting permission to conduct a teenage march against leukemia
in the Village. Further checks have been made and it has been found to be
a legitimate organization. Trustee Huxhold moved that ALSAC be allowed to
solicit funds on May 2rd between the hours of 1 and 4 and the usual fee be
waived. Trustee Marsh seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as
follows:
AYES: Trustees Marsh, Weiskopf, Huxhold, Frank
NAYS: NONE
ABSTAIN: TRustee Rueckel
President Farrington then stated the Arlington Heights Village Board will be acting
on the annexation of some 400 acres, 79 of them being north of Dundee Road. He
asked if the board wished to pursue it further and if so by what means.
Trustee Marsh moved that the board pass a resolution officially objecting to
the annexation of the acreage asked the Village of Arlington Heights to reject
the annexation for their own interest as well as those of surrounding villages.
Trustee Frank seconded the motion. Trustee Marsh stated that to further strengthen
our position a petition be circulated objecting to the annexation. Trustee Frank
stated it would be completely out of order for the citizens to petition the village
board and it should not even be considered. A Village Board acts for the interests
of its own citizens and it would be entirely out of line to petition them.
Following further discussion roll was called and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Rueckel, Marsh, Weiskopf, Huxhold, Frank
NAYS: None
No action has been taken on recovering the costs payed to the injured policeman.
President Farrington stated that in October the Plan Commission wrote a report
which included their recommendations of names of trees to be included in the
sub-regs. He instructed the Plan Commission to prepare an amendment including
these trees.
Mr. Raysa reminded the board that March 31st is the deadline for publishing
the zoning map because it has been changed. President Farrington stated that it
was being worked on.
A letter from John Zodrow was then read, announcing his resignation from the
Public Relations Committee but stating he would wish to remain on the Plan
Commission. Trustee yJeiskopf moved the resignation be accepted. Trustee karsh
seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
NET BUSINESS
Trustee ';eiskopf moved the board approve an expenditure of $478.00 to purchase
equipment for the Police Department as read in his report. Trustee Huxhold
seconded the motion. Following discussion on the necessity of loading equipment
for .38 caliber weapons roll was called and the motion was unanimously carried.
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Trustee Weiskopf moved that the board approve a sum of $25.00 to purchase
a typewriter for the Police & Traffic Committee. Trustee Marsh seconded the
motion and it was unanimously carried.
Trustee ','deiskopf moved the sum not to exceed $400.00 be authorized for a four
drawer, legal size, fire protected file for the Clerk's office. Trustee
Marsh seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Trustee Weiskopf moved that the board authorize a sum not to exceed 4400.00
for the purchase of a Safe for the Police Department. Trustee Marsh seconded
the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Trustee Weiskopf moved that the Board direct the Village Treasurer to purchase
eight (8) $5,000.00 Certificates of Deposit at the Wheeling Bank with the
•$40,000.00 from Glen Grove. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and it was
unanimously carried.
Edmond Venetianer, Building Commissioner, asked that consideration be given
to the purchase of a typewriter for the Building Department. The Finance
Committee will investigate this.
Therebeing no further business Trustee Huxhold moved the meeting be adjourned.
Trustee Marsh seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
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