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1961-12-21 - 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, DECEiBER 21ST, 1961, IN THE LOUISA MAY ALCOTT PUBLIC SCHOOL IN BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS The President called the meeting to order at 8:15 P.M. The roll was called and the following were found present: President Bunescu; Trustees Bochniak, Farrington, Weiskopf, Frank, Gillen Absent: Trustee Huxhold Trustee Weiskopf moved that the Board dispense with approving the minutes of the last previous Board meeting held on December 7, 1961. Trustee Bochniak seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Bochniak, Farrington, b iskopf, Gillen, Frank NAYS: None Trustee Farrington, Chairman, Public Improvements Committee was called upon for a report. He stated that at the last meeting of the Committee very little was discussed. It was generally agreed that to do anything money must be necessary, and since this is not available, the Committee did not do too much. They discussed the park and the ice skating. Poles are out, lines strung and the lights will be up this weekend. "Mather permitting, flooding will be done this weekend. He apologized for the condition of the streets; Stating that the last snow fall did not warrant calling out the snow plow, or so they thought at the time; however, 900 lbs of salt was spread at the inter— sections; then came the sleet and freezing rain and the temperature dropped to zero so that the salt didn't do any good. He stated this will not happen again as the snow removal equipment will be out sooner. The President stated that he was not at the last Safety Committee meeting so the report will have to be deferred until Trustee Huxhold arrives, with the exception of resignations which he has received. The President thereupon announced that the following men were resigning from the Police Department: E. F. Barnett Peter Cangelosi Joseph G. Wieser Arthur DeKneef Willard Fechtner Charles Kramer Jack Downey Neil W. Hopkins Bruce E. Hopkins Donald J. Thompson Edward Weise M. J. D'Amore The President stated further that he has verbal resignations from John Ruck and from two men recommended to the Safety Committee for appointments to Special Policeman, Harland and Bruns. The President stated that the Village Board met with about 10 members of the Police Department the previous evening. Trustee Bochniak gave the report. Trustee Bochniak stated that at this joint meeting, the Board asked for suggestions from the Police Department to assist the Board in finding a way to set up a force, if these resignations went: through, so that the Board could eliminate a recurrence of this in the future. Basically, the outcome was that the Police Department apparently was hurt by the comments that were voiced by the people at the last meeting, and they felt that uppermost was the need for respect for the Police Department. They had suggestions as to what could be done to help the force. (1) There is a need for doing something in regard to clothing allowances. A volunteer should not have to spend money out-of-pocket. (2) Need for insurance coverage. (3) They felt that the force to be effective should be equipped properly, with a good running vehicle, and with a proper place to conduct their business. They also felt they would be willing to hold their resignations in abeyance if the Board would show some concrete evidence that they are willing to take up some of these things and act on them with dispatch. Trustee Bochniak further stated that the poiht was brought up that a police protection tax, which would require a referendum, could be put to the people, and, depending on the outcome, we could tell if the people were behind this force. Also, a referendum such as this would give the Board some direction as to what action to take in resolving this situation in the future. They also stressed that the Board should meet with Chief Barnett (he was not present last night) and it was felt that the Board should meet to decide who should head the force between the 4th of January and the outcome of the referendum. The President stated that it was strongly emphasized that this is an effort to show appreciation to the Police Department and money is not the prime concern. The Police feel that the marjority of the people feel that the Village does not require police protection and primarily they would like a vote of confidence. Trustee Farrington stated that the previous Board meeting had quite an attendance and he thought it was a good meeting. The people were against the tax but wanted the Police Department. He thinks it is inconsistent for the Police Department to say that money is not a prime reason but rather a vote of confidence, yet they want to pass a referendum. He feels the police have shown poor judg- ment. He stated he is for the police department but is not for a referendum now; that if the police are interested in clothing allowances and other equip- ment, these things could be accomplished without a vote. He stated he would like to see this held off until February and questioned the need for passing this referendum at this meeting. The President stated that the Board suggested the referendum, not the Police Department. The majority of the police force are willing to defer their C _ resignations until the next meeting. If the Board agrees to a referendum, the Village attorney could draft an ordinance to be passed at the January • meeting. This will give the police a vote of confidence and will eventually provide a source of revenue to equip and uniform the department, other than salaries. This is the feeling of the Department if they are to come back. Trustee Frank commented on the vote of confidence, stating that he felt the Village showed their confidence at the recent pancake breakfast which was held to offset the cost of uniforms. A year ago the police (or police auxiliary) held a raffle, and they have also been paid for traffic duty in front of the model homes. All of this money was to pay for uniforms. He stated that in the last 2 or 3 years they- most have taken in over $1000.00 for this purpose. Trustee Frank further stated that he does not feel they should lay out their own money for uniforms and guns, but they knew this and volunteered, and knowing this, they organized the auxiliary to raise funds. Trustee Frank commented further that he does not see what more can be done so long as they remain a volunteer force and suggested that the Board should see if there are other volunteers. D iscussion continued on whether or not a referendum should be held. Following this, Trustee Gillen moved that the Village Attorney draw up the necessary ordinance to authorize a referendum for the police protection tax. Trustee Bochniak seconded the motion. Following discussion, Trustee Gillen withdrew his motion and Trustee Bochniak withdrew his second. Sansone Mr. Tony -Geed was recognized and stated he has a letter which he wishes to submit to the Board. Be read the letter, which contains the names of men who are willing to volunteer for duty on the police force. Mr. Send stated the list is not complete. Sansone Mr. Means was recognized and he spoke on the formation of a committee to raise funds for uniforms. Be stated they- have a pledge of $500.00 from the bowling alley and $2.50 from another source. They have not gone out on a door to door solicitation as yet because of the coming holidays, and he stated they would like authorization from the Board to solicit funds after the 1st of the year. Discussion as to whether or not this committee requires authorization from the Board and if the names of the committee should be ziamilda. submitted to the Board. Suggested that the committee take no further action until the referendum is resolved. Following dis oA Trustee Bochniak moved that the list of volunteers as given by- Mr. �De turned over to the Safety Committee for their action. Trustee Gillen seconded the motion. Discussion followed. Trustee faiskopf stated he would like to talk to the Chief and some of the men who have volunteered tonight, and would like to have a joint Board meeting and Safety Committee meeting before January 4th and that perhaps something could be worked out before the 4th of January. The roll was called and the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Gillen, Frank, Weiskopf, Farrington, Bochniak NAYS: None The President stated that the Village has the same snow plowing arrangement this year as they had last year with Country Service. Trustee Farrington, as head of Public Improvements, was authorized to call when snow plowing is needed. The President read proposed Ordinance No. 0-61-28, which is an ordinance amending the vehicle license ordinance as to the vehicle tax for passenger cars. Trustee Farrington moved that Ordinance No. 0-61-28, being an ordinance amending the Vehicle License Ordinance, be passed as rdad. Trustee Bochniak seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: 1 AYES: Trustees Bochniak, Farrington, Weiskopf, Gillen NAYS: Trustee Frank The President read proposed Ordinance No. 0-61-29, which is an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to grant a special usage. Discussion followed. Trustee iibiskopf moved that Ordinance No. 0-61-29, being an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, be passed as corrected. Trustee Farrington seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Weiskopf, Frank, Farrington NAYS: Trustees Gillen, Bochniak AYES: President Bunescu The President read a letter dated December 7, 1961, from Trustee Gillen, Chairman Public Relations Committee, requesting the appointment of Derek Palmer to this Committee. The President appointed Derek Palmer to the Public Relations Committee. Trustee Farrington moved that the appointment be approved. Trustee Gillen seconded the motion. The roll was called and the vote was as follows: AYES: Trustees Farrington, libiskopf, Frank, Gillen, Bochniak NAYS: None The President stated that the revised plat of Unit 7 has been presented to the Board for submission to the Plan Commission. A lengthy discussion followed on whether or not another filing fee must be paid for the submission of this revised plat. The plan as originally presented was rejected by the Plan Commission and the Plan Comission's recommendation was upheld by the Board. At that time there was a discussion on the filing fee. Trustee Huxhold arrives and is present for the meeting. (3=/ The intent of that section of the Ordinance dealing with the time within which preliminary plans may be submitted was discussed. Mr. Raysa was directed to work out an ordinance clarifying this section. Trustee Farrington moved that the revised preliminary plan of Unit 7 as presented to the Board be submitted to the Plan Commission. Trustee Weiskopf seconded the motion. Following discussion, the roll was called and the vote was as follows: �•/ AYES: Trustees Huxhold, Farrington, ibiskopf, Frank NAYS: Trustees Bochniak, Gillen. Mr. Racette stated there will be no meeting of the Plan Commission next Thursday, but he will contact Mr. Baughman, and by the 4th Thursday of the month they should have a report on the revised preliminary plan of Unit 7, The Plan Commission requested that the Board review the sign ordinance. Discussion followed on a leak in the fire hydrant in front of Mr. Hupfelts house. Following discussion, Mr. Raysa and Mr. Hooper were directed to review the letter from the Illinois State Water Board and bring back a recommendation. Trustee Gillen moved that the meeting adjourn. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried. illage Cler