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1961-03-02 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, HELD THURSDAY, MARCH 2ND, 1961, IN THE LOUISA MAY ALCOTT PUBLIC SCHOOL IN BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS. The President called the meeting to order. On roll call the following were found present: President Bunescu; Trustees Bochniak, rYalters, Farrington and Frank Absent: Trustees Dorner and McGahan Trustee Bochniak moved that the minutes of the previous regular board meeting held February 2, 1961 be approved as written. Trustee Walters seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Bochniak, Walters, Farrington and Frank NAYS: None The President read a notice from Kenneth Gill of the School Board stating that smoking in the school is prohibited. The Treasurer read his report covering the period from February 2, 1961 thru March 2, 1961, showing cash in bank of $15,265.92 and motor fuel tax allot- ment of 35,722.25. Trustee Bochniak read Warrant #37. Trustee Walters moved that Warrant #37 in the amount of $1111.82 be approved. Trustee Farrington seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Frank, Farrington, Bochniak and Walters. NAYS: None Chief Barnett read the Police Report for the month of February. The total number of hours worked by the Police Department was 751.5 for the month. Chief Barnett stated that Officer Bill Breson has been active in getting 14 volunteers to form a rescue squad for the Village. This rescue squad will also form the nucleus for a future volunteer fire department for the Village. In connection with the rescue squad an inhalator and resuscitator would be necessary. Chief Barnett then turned the matter over to Officer Breson. Officer Breson stated that he has three gentlemen at the meeting representing two different companies, NSA and E & J. They are here to demonstrate the inhalator resuscitator and explain the benefit to the Village. He stated that about 95% to 98% of calls to the Police Department are inhalator calls. At the present time Wheeling is accommodating us by answering these calls with their equipment. However, Wheeling's equipment could be busy else- where when we need it and the oxygen tank in the emergency vehicle is inadequate. He therefore suggests that the Village have its own unit. Mr. Stiler of E & J was introduced and spoke of the necessity of having a resuscitator and the safety in operating the unit, which he proceeded to demonstrate. Mr. Stiler stated he will train all the men who are to operate the unit and that the Wheeling Fire Ikpartment has offered to assist in training. The machine sells for $325.00 and the bottles are $21.50 each, making a total of $368.00 for the machine and two bottles of oxygen. Service on the machine can be had in Aurora through their company in Barrington. Mr. Wesson and Mr. Riley of MSA were introduced and the MSA machine was demonstrated. Stress was laid on the safety factor in the operation of this machine. Mr. Riley stated he is a direct factory representative and any time he is called will come out. This machine sells for $460.00 complete. An extra cylinder is $35.00. Trustee Walters moved that the Board authorize the expenditure up to $500.00 to purchase an inhalator resuscitator and that the rescue squad should decide which to buy. Trustee Bochniak seconded the motion. Trustee Frank stated that he is in favor of buying one of the machines, but that he has heard of no previous discussion that this Village is forming a rescue squad. He stated this raises a lot of questions. They have no vehicle. How would people get in touch with them. If they use their own vehicles would they be covered by insurance? Could the Village obtain insurance on private vehicles for this use? Could the Village procure insurance in case some one died? Could the Village be sued for any action of the rescue squad? Trustee Frank stated he wants to encourage this group, but feels there are many things that must be resolved before the Board hastily grants an authorization. He further stated that the machine could be purchased and put under the jurisdiction of the Police Dept. for the present. Officer Breson stated that two men would be on duty each evening in the Police Dept. office, although they would not be associated with the Police Dept. When a call carves in they will either use the emergency vehicle or their own private vehicles. Trustee Walters concurred with Trustee Frank and amended his motion by adding the words "until we have thoroughly investigated the rescue squad, it should be placed under the supervision of the Police Chief. Trustee Bochniak seconded the amendment. Trustee Frank further stated that the recommendation of a doctor or a hospital should be sought to determine which machine is preferable. ��l The roll was called and the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Bochniak, Walters, Farrington and Frank NAYS: None Civil Defense Director Hupfel was called upon and asked if this equipment would come under Civil Defense. Mr. Hupfel stated that oxygen is not a part of Civil Defense. He stated that we could now purchase another emergency vehicle under civil defense and that he had a lead on a fire engine which could be purchased at a very nominal cost. Police Magistrate Bauer was called upon for his report. He stated that in February, 1961, he heard 33 cases - 16 convictions, 13 dismissals, 1 change of venue, 1 continuance - and that the total amount of fines turned over to the Village was $110.00. John Schmalzer, Chairman of the Park and Recreation Commission gave his report. He stated that the park and playground equipment was ordered last week and will be delivered in April. He stated that he is procuring bids for leveling and grading, and seeding and shrubs, for the baseball field, tennis court, volley ball court, picnic area and playground area. The estimated cost of this work is $3500.00. President Bunescu stated that the Board is willing to authorize this amount as soon as the bids are in. A discussion followed on the conflict between the Park and Recreation Commission and the Buffalo Grove Recreation Association. The authority vested in the Park and Recreation Commission was discussed. Attorney Raysa suggested that this should be clarified by ordinance, and provision made for any private group to obtain a permit from the Park and Recreation Commission for the use of any part of the area for a specific time. Eugene Huxhold, Cairm, }Act1edP,>xi Commission gave his report, stating that street light avee''been competed in Unit V. He reported on the street lights on Buffalo Grove Rd. and Dundee Rd. Suggests illuminating areas in long blocks. He stated that the Plan Commission is working on the sign ordinance and expect it to be ready for the next meeting. He further stated that he hoped the comprehensive amendment to the zoning ordinance will be ready to pass at the next meeting. Upon the recommendation of Mr. Huxhold, Chairman of the Plan Commission, the President appointed Eugene Racette as a member of the Plan Commission. Trustee Bochniak moved that the appointment be approved. Trustee 'Walters seconded the motion. The President then read a letter from Mr. Huahold (Doc. No. 92) giving Mr. Racette's qualifications. On roll call the vote was as follows: AnS: Trustees Bochniak, Walters, Farrington, Frank NAYS: None Police Policy Committee Report. Trustee McGahan is out of town and there has been no further meeting. Building Code Committee Report. Mr. Venetianer, Building Commissioner was not present so Trustee Frank reported on the progress of the Committee. He presented a plumbing code, stating that the Committee recommended its adoption with certain amendments, together with an ordinance establishing a permit fee schedule, registration of the plumbing contractor, and requiring a $10,000.00 bond. This was turned over to Attorney Raysa for review. Forester Barnett reported that Mr. Mallette has just received a report from the University of Illinois and that the tree in question is infected with Dutch Elm Disease. dr. Mallette will have the tree down in two weeks. Forester Barnett stated that the only way to determine if a tree is diseased is to take a portion and send it to the University of Illinois for analysis. Mr. Hooper, Village Engineer, stated that the radio aerial on Lincoln Terrace is perfectly safe. Salary of the Police Magistrate. The President stated he hoped this would be ready for the next meeting. Mr. Melichar of the Wheeling Independent stated that the paper has temporarily postponed the Anniversary issue of the paper. The President reported that he has just written a letter to Bin Weber about the possibility of getting a street light at Aptakisic and 83, and has written another letter about the possibility of getting the trees and shrubs trimmed at this intersection. The Clerk was authorized to order 10 single face signs reading "Mohawk Trail" from the Lyle Sign Company. The Clerk was instructed to notify the telephone company of the change in the street name. Upon the recanmendation of Chief Barnett, Trustee Walters moved that Officer S. A. Sansone be canpensated for loss of wages of $16.20, as a result of the performance of his duty as a reserve officer of the Police Department of the Village of Buffalo Grove. Trustee Frank seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. Following a report by Chief Barnett, Trustee Bochniak moved that the resignation of Howard E. Krefft as a Regular Reserve Officer be accepted, and that the Board approve the action of the Police Chief in relieving George 0. Hels from the poiition of special policeman. Trustee Walters seconded the motion. Oft roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Frank, Farrington, Walters, Bochniak NAYS: None. The President appointed Chief Barnett to the permanent rank of Captain of the Police Department. Trustee Walters moved that Chief Barnett be appointed to the permanent rank of Captain of Police. Trustee Bochniak seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Frank, Farrington, Bochniak, Walters NAYS: None Trustee Bochniak stated that all payments have been made to Everet Kincaid & Associates, the professional planner, in accordance with the contract, with the exception of the last $500.00, which is to be withheld under the terms of the contract until the work is completed. Trustee Walters stated that he understands it is common practice in most communities to license contractors and subcontractors and charge a fee, and suggests that the Finance Committee look into this, discuss it with the Building Commissioner and come back with an ordinance. Trustee Frank stated that this is known as a registration fee, not a license fee, and is already under consideration by the Building Code Committee. That the common fee is $50.00 for general contractors and $15.00 for various subcontractors; and that the plumbing code ordinance handed in this evening contains such a registration fee schedule. Trustee Frank moved that the Village authorize the expenditure of up to $200.00 for a street sweeper to sweep the streets that are paved to get rid of the winter dirt. Trustee Walters seconded the motion. Mr. Hooper stated that motor fuel tax money could be used on St. Marys Parkway. The roll was called and the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Frank, Farrington, Walters and President Bunescu NAYS: Trustee Bochniak The President then appointed Chief Barnett, Michael Hupfel, Trustee ,alters, Officer Breson and Officer Sansone as a committee to investigate the purchase of an inhalator resuscitator. Trustee Farrington moved that the meeting adjourn to Earth 16th, 1961, at 8:00 P.M., in the Louisa May Alcott Public School. Trustee Bochniak seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. /6..„( Village Clerk