1962-02-22 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD
OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK COUNTY,
ILLINOIS, HELD THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1962, IN THE LOUISA
MAY ALCOTT PUBLIC SCHOOL IN BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS.
The President called the meeting to order at 8:35 P.M. The roll was
called and the following were found present:
President Bunescu; Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, Gillen,
Weiskopf
Absent: None
The President stated that he would record the minutes of the meeting.
Trustee Farrington moved that formal notice of the meeting be waived.
Trustee Bochniak seconded the motion and it was unanimously carried.
The President read proposed Ordinance No. 0-62-4, being an Ebergency
Appropriation Ordinance for the purpose of acquiring a police squad
car.
Trustee Frank moved that Ordinance No. 0-62-4, being an Emergency Appro-
priation Ordinance for the purpose of acquiring a police squad car be
approved. Trustee Farrington seconded the motion. On roll call the vote
was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, Gillen, Weiskopf
NAYS: None
Trustee Bochniak moved that the Board authorize the purchase of a police
squad car from Holmes Motor Co. in accordance with its bid, except that the
60 Amp Altinator be deleted from the bid and that the Mars light on the
present vehicle be transferred to the new car instead of purchasing a new
one. Trustee Farrington seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was
as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, Gillen, Weiskopf
NAYS: None
Trustee Farrington moved that the meeting adjourn. Trustee Bochniak seconded
the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:50 P.M.
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR 1TING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD
OF TRUSTXBIS OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK COUNTY,
TT,T,TNOIS, HELD THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 1962, IN THE LOUISA MAY
ALCOTT PUBLIC SCHOOL IN BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS.
The President called the meeting to order at approximately 8:15 P.M.
l The roll was called and the following were found present:
L/ President Bunescu; Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, Gillen
and Weiskopf
Absent: None
Trustee Frank moved that the minutes of the previous regular Board meeting
held on February 15, 1962 and the minutes of the special meeting of the
Board held on February 22, 1962, be approved. Trustee Weiskopf seconded the
motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, Gillen, Aeiskopf
NAYS: None
Farrington
ABSTAIN: Trustee abstained as to the minutes of February 15, 1962.
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The Treasurer read his report covering the period from February 1, 1962 thru
February 28, 1962, showing cash in bank of $11,761.78 and motor fuel tax
allotment of $14,819.85.
Trustee Gillen asked how many vehicle stickers have been sold to date.
Mr. Brosius said approximately 460, although he felt that by now the figure
is higher.
Trustee Bochniak read Warrant #49. Trustee Weiskopf questioned two items --
the mattress for the ambulance, $51.48 and the brackets for the stretcher in
the ambulance, $12.00. It was ascertained that this expenditure by the Rescue
Squad had not been authorized. The matter was discussed and it was felt by
the members of the Board that it would be unfair to the suppliers not to pay
these bills; however, it was stated by various members of the Board that the
Rescue Squad should be informed that they are to make no more capital expendi-
tures without authorization. The expenses of the ambulance were also discussed,
and it was felt that the Safety Committee should take up this matter with the
Rescue Squad.
Trustee Bochniak moved that the Board authorize the purchase of the mattress
for the ambulance in the amount of $51.48, and the brackets for the stretcher
in the amount of $12.00. Trustee Farrington seconded the motion. On roll call
the vote wqs as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, Weiskopf
NAYS: Trustee Gillen
Trustee Farrington moved that Warrant #49 in the amount of $1,327.11 be
approved for payment. Trustee Bochniak seconded the motion. On roll call
the vote was as follow':
AI S: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, Gillen, Aeiskopf
NAYS: None
Acting Police Chief DeKneef read the police activities report for the
month of February.
Police Magistrate Bauer was called upon for his report and stated that during
the month of February, 1962, he had 5 continued cases from January and 22
cases in February; 14 convictions; 1 dismissal; 12 continuances to March;
and that $115.00 was turned over to the Village Clerk.
Mr. Racette, Chairman of the Plan Commission gave his report, stating that
at the last Plan Commission meeting 5 members were present. The helioport
was discussed and 4 mere in favor of it and 1 member was opposed on the grounds
that it is too close to the shopping center. The Plan Commission has forwarded
a letter to the golf course in regard to the drainage in Unit 7. The Plan
Commission discussed appointing a consultant for the Plan Commission and the
Board. Several men mere considered, but the Plan Commission feels that W.
Baughman would be the best choice for the Village. He thereupon presented a
contract for hiring Mr. Baughman for the Board's consideration. Mr. Racette
also gave the Board a letter he had received from the North Suburban Chicago
Regional Survey.
The President read a legal notice from the Zoning Board of Appeals of Cook
County regarding a public hearing to be held on March 7, 1962 on the request
for a special use zoning of 79 acres at the northeast corner of Dundee Road
and Wilke Road in Wheeling Township. The notice was given to the Plan
Commission for action and report.
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The President read the substance of the letter from the Illinois Municipal
League, dated February 21, 1962 (Doc. No. 134) re the Cook County State's
Attorney's action on the extra territorial powers of municipalities and the
litigation filed by Glenview, Park Forest and Park Ridge. The letter asked
that all municipalities in the Chicago area make a voluntary contribution to
help defray legal costs of the suit, the amount to be contributed to be based
on the population of the Village.
Following discussion, Trustee Huxhold moved that the Village of Buffalo Grove
contribute $25.00 to the Illinois Municipal League to defray the cost of the
suit filed to protect the extra territorial powers of municipalities. Trustee
Farrington seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, Gillen, 77eiskopf
NAYS: None
The President read a letter from the Northwest Suburban Council No. 751,
Boy Scouts of America (Doc. No. 135) requesting permission to conduct a
"Good Will-Good Turn" program in the Village from March 17th to March 24th.
The Clerk was directed to send a letter granting the Board's approval.
Discussion was had in which it was determined that the new police squad car
shall be white. Thereupon, Trustee Frank moved that the Public Safety
Committee be directed to have the ambulance painted white and in big red
letters have "Village of Buffalo Grove Rescue Squad" painted thereon and that
they be authorized to spend up to $75.00 to have this done. Trustee Farrington
seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, Gillen, Weiskopf
NAYS: None
Mr. Racette, Chairman of the Plan Commission stated that the property at
Dundee Road and Wilke Road is within the one and one/half mile radius of the
Village, and requested the Board to give him a letter requesting a two week
continuance so they may more adequately review this request for special use.
The Clerk was directed to draft the letter for the President's signature.
Village President Bunescu then read his letter of resignation as President of
the Village of Buffalo Grove. Trustee Bochniak moved that the Board accept
the resignation of Mr. Bunescu as President of the Village of Buffalo Grove.
Trustee Weiskopf seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, ►V'eiskopf, Gillen
NAYS: None
Mr. Bunescu stated he regrets that he must resign, but with more extensive
travel and additional evening work required on his job, he is no longer able
to devote the time and effort necessary to perform the job of President as it
should be done.
Trustee Bochniak moved that Mr. William Farrington be appointed to fill out
the unexpired portion of Mr. Bunescu's term as Village President. Trustee
Frank seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Huxhold, Gillen, Weiskopf
NAYS: None
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ABSTAIN: Trustee Farrington
Trustee Farrington thereupon handed in his resignation as a trustee in order
to assume village duties in another capacity. President Bunescu read the
letter of resignation. Trustee Bochniak moved that the resignation of Mr.
Farrington as trustee be accepted. Trustee Weiskopf seconded the motion. On
roll call the vote was as follows:
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AY&S: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Huxhold, Gillen Aeiskopf
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Trustee Farrington
Trustee Gillen thereupon nominated Mr. William Marsh of 394 Rosewood to fill
Mr. Farrington's unexpired term. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion. The
roll was called and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Farrington, Huxhold, Gillen, V iskopf
NAYS: None
The Clerk administered the oath of office to Mr. William Marsh. Mr. Marsh,
having taken the oath of office, assumed his place as a member of the Board
of Trustees.
The Clerk administered the oath of office to Mr. William Farrington. Mr.
Farrington having taken the oath of office then presented his bond to the
Board for approval.
President Bunescu stated that this is a bond of the United States Fidelity
and Guarant Company, in the amount of 33,000.00, according to law.
Trustee Aeiskopf moved that the bond of Mr. William Farrington be accepted.
Trustee Gillen seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Huxhold, Gillen, niskopf, Marsh
NAYS: None
Mr. Bunescu handed the gavel to Mr. Farrington, and Mr. Farrington thereupon
assumed his place at the Board as Village President.
President Farrington praised Mr. Bunescu's work, stating that Mr. Bunescu had
come to this Village from an apartment, became interested and active in local
affairs, ran for office and won, and carried on the Village matters for three
years in a fine manner, a job that required extreme patience. He spoke of Mr.
Bunescu's honesty and integrity, and stated he believed Mr. Bunescu would have
sufficient time from time to time to continue to work for the Village.
Trustee Bochniak moved that the Board go on record as thanking Mr. Bunescu
for the services he has rendered in the past three years, and to state that
the Board will miss him and that the work he did will certainly have a long
and lasting impression in the Village of Buffalo Grove. Trustee Frank seconded
the motion. The roll was called and the vote was as follows:
AY2S: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Huxhold, Gillen, Weiskopf, Marsh
NAYS: None
President Farrington stated that changes mill now have to be made in the
standing committees of the Board, and that there are various other matters
with which he must familiarize himself, and therefore, he would entertain a
motion that this meeting adjourn to a day certain.
Trustee Bochniak moved that the meeting adjourn to Thursday, March 8, 1962
at 8:00 P.M. Trustee Huxhold seconded the motion. The roll was called and
the vote was as follows:
A!S: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Huxhold, Gillen, Weiskopf, Marsh
NAYS: None
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