1960-11-03 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR METING OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD
OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK COUNTY,
ILLINOIS, HELD THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD, 1960, AT 8:00 P.M.
.... AT 182 BUFFALO GROVE ROAD, BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS.
The President called the meeting to order. On roll call the following were
found present:
President Bunescu; Trustees Dorner, McGahan, Bochniak
Absent: Trustees Frank, Walters, Schreiber
Trustee Dorner moved that the minutes of the previous regular meeting held
October 6, 1960 be approved as written. Trustee Bochniak seconded the
motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Dorner, McGahan, Bochniak and President Bunescu
NAYS: None
The Treasurer read his report covering the period from 10-6-60 thur 11-5-61,
showing cash in bank of $15,016.56 and motor fuel tax allotment of .,350.24.
The 1959 real estate tax refund of $2,513.55 was discussed. Trustee Bochniak
explained that this covers the first and second installments and is the entire
refund for the year. He stated it is a few hundred dollars less than the levy
that was passed. He called the County Assessor's office and was told that they
,... hold back a portion of the tax money for 4 years and at the end of that period
of time it will be turned over to the Village.
Trustee Frank arrived and is present for the meeting.
The Chief of Police was called upon for his report and stated that the total
man hours for the month of October, excluding the Chief's was 771 hours. The
Chief then read the Police Activities Report for the month of October, 1960.
The Chief stated that the Village of Buffalo Grove has received a citation
for safety from the Cook County Safety Commission. This is in the form of a
bronze plaque and will be hung in the offices of the Police Department.
The Chief recommended the appointment of Arthur DeKneef and Allard Fechtner
to the rank of Sgts. in the Regular Reserve, stating that Arthur DeKneef, who
is juvenile officer has a great deal of work to do, entailing extensive
investigation on his part with parents and children who have been involved in a
misdemeanor; and that Willard Fechtner, who is training officer puts in a great
deal of time.
The President thereupon appointed Arthur DeKneef and Willard Fechtner to the
rank of Sgts. in the Regular Reserve, increasing the officers in the Police
Department from 4 to 6. Trustee Bochniak moved that the appointments be
approved. Trustee McGahan seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as
follows:
AYES: Trustees Bochniak, McGahan, Dorner and Frank
NAYS: None
Trustee McGahan moved that Sgts. DeKAeef and Fechtner be compensated in the
same manner as the other sgts. on the police force. Trustee Bochniak seconded
the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYE'S: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, Dorner and McGahan
NAYS: None
The Police Magistrate was called upon for his report, and stated that during
the month of October there were 3 continuances from September; 9 arrests;
6 convictions; 1 dismissal; 5 continuances. There was a total of $54.00 turned
over to the Village.
Trustee Bochniak read Warrant #33.
Trustee Bochniak moved that the Village Board authorize the Village Clerk to
acquire printed forms for use in conducting the business of the Clerk's office,
not to exceed $150.00. Trustee Dorner seconded the motion. On roll call the
vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Dorner, McGahan, Bochniak and Frank
NAYS: None
Trustee McGahan moved that the Board authorize the purchase of Police Badges
fran Feldman Bros. in the amount of $136.00. Trustee Dorner seconded the motion.
On roll call the vote waw as follows:
AYES: Trustees Bochniak, McGahan, Frankand Dorner
NAYS: None
Trustee Dorner moved that Warrant #33 in the amount of $1060.60 be approved
for payment. Trustee McGahan seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was
as follows:
AYES: Trustees Dorner, McGahan, Bochniak and Frank
NAYS: None
The President called upon John Schmalzer, Chairman of the Park and Recreation
Commission for a report. Mr. Schma],zer presented a plat of the park, showing
the various recreational and parking areas. He stated that right now the Park
Commission would like to level the ground for baseball, a parking area, and a
place for children's swings for Spring. This is the basic goal. He also stated
they would like to get an area leveled for ice skating this winter. That portion
of the Appropriation Ordinance pertaining to the park was read. khe President
read a letter from John Hooper (Doc. No. 78) re extension of storm sewers in the
park area and recommending the use of a channel. The letter was given to Mr.
Schmalzer for study. A discussion followed on the cost of leveling and grading.
Trustee McGahan moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of $200.00 for
the ice skating rink. Trustee Bochniak seconded the motion. On roll call the
vote was as follows:
AYES Trustees McGahan, Frank, Bochniak and Dorner
r... NAYS: None
A discussion followed on the public liability insurance carried by the
Village. The bridge leading to the park area was also discussed. Mr.
Raysa stated that if the bridge is open to public use, then the bridge belongs
to the Village.
The Building Commissioner reported that during the month of October he issued
10 permits for houses, 6 garage permits and signed one complaint. The aerial
at 277 Lincoln Terrace was discussed. The President stated that a permit
should be applied for, plans should be submitted, and inspections made by the
Village Engineer to determine that the structure is sound and not a hazard to
public safety.
The Village Forester was directed to have tests made to determine the existence
of the Dutch Elm Disease. It was suggested that he contact a laboratory in
Lincolnwood to make the tests, and if the Dutch Elm Disease is present, to
proceed in accordance with the Ordinance.
Trustee Farrington, Plan Commission was called upon for his report. He stated
that the Plan Commission met with a committee of residents to hear a request
for variance of the Fence Ordinance as it pertains to corner lot owners. He
stated that it was the Plan Commission's decision that there was no hardship
involved and that the Fence Ordinance should be enforced.
Trustee McGahan moved that the Board grant a variation in the Fence Ordinance
in the case of Mr. and Mrs. Goff, allowing them to extend the fence on the
south side of their house to 25 ft. of the property line rather than adhering
to the house line as set out in the Ordinance. Trustee Dorner seconded the
motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Dorner, McGahan, Bochniak and Frank.
NAYS: None
The Clerk stated that the 1961 vehicle ',tickers have been delivered.
A discussion followed on the duplication of street numbers on Navajo Trail.
At the previous regular board meeting the residents of this area petitioned
the Board to effect a change in the street name of Navajo Trail starting at
the point where it veers to the West. The Plan Commission met, and in accordance
with the petition of the residents of this area, recommends to the Board that
this portion of Navajo Trail be renamed Mohawk Trail.
Trustee Dorner moved that the portion of Navajo Trail which runs east and west
be renamed Mohawk Trail. Trustee McGahan seconded the motion.
Trustee Dorner amended his motion to that portion of Navajo Trail which runs
east and west, starting from the north line of Lots 553 and 583 and running
6.0 west, be named Mohawk Trail. Trustee McGahan seconded the amendment. On roll
call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees McGahan, Bochniak, Frank and Dorner
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NAYS: None
Trustee Frank moved that the Village purchase 10 single face street signs
for Mohawk Trail. Trustee McGahan seconded the motion. On roll call the
vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, McGahan and Dorner
NAYS: None
The President suggested that the proposed garbage and refuse ordinance be
held for further study by the members of the Board.
The President stated that the proposed ordinance relating to alcoholic liquor
and liquor licenses was presented to the Board for the first time this evening.
He recommended that this too be held for further study and discussion at the
next meeting.
Trustee Dorner lived that the Board authorize the expenditure of $5.00 per
house for Village residents who are employed as Building Inspectors, to cover
all inspections and reinspections, until further order of the Board of Trustees.
Trustee McGahan seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees McGahan, Dorner, Frank and Bochniak
NAYS: None
Trustee Bochniak, Finance Committee, reported that last year's snow plowing
cost approximately $600.00; that street lighting is running approximately
$88.00 per month, and with additional units to go up, will probably run from
$1100.00 to $1500.00 per year. He stated that with an approximate increase of
50% in streets, that the snow plowing for the current year would be about
$1,000.00 to $1,500.00. The estimated total bill for the current year for
street lighting and snow plowing would run about $2100.00 to $3,000.00. The
present fee for vehicle stickers is $3.00, and based upon 500 to 600 cars, the
maximum collected would be $1650.00 to $1800.00. He stated that there seems
to be a need to raise the vehicle stickers somewhere over and above the present
rate. He also stated that there is a balance in the motor fuel tax fund which
could be applied toward snow plowing. Trustee Frank commented that the Village
did not do a sufficient job of snow plowing last year; that the $600.00 paid
was for one big snow.
Trustee McGahan suggested that the vehicle license money should defray the cost
of a full time policeman to work during the day. By the end of this year we
will have a population of roughly over 2500 people. The new school will be open
shortly and the children will be walking back and forth four times a day.
Following a detailed discussion, Trustee Frank moved that the vehicle license
tax be raised to $7.50 per year for automobiles and $12.50 per year for trucks.
Trustee Frank amended his motion to read $7.50 for passenger vehicles and $15.00
for trucks. Trustee McGahan seconded the motion. On roll call the vote was
as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, McGahan, Dorner and President Bunescu
NAYS: Trustee Bochniak
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The Clerk stated that the 1961 vehicle stickers would go on sale starting
Saturday morning, December 3rd, at 88 Buffalo Grove Road, 2nd floor.
The President read a letter from Commonwealth Edison Company, dated October
17, 1960, stating that the street lighting changes contained in order of
November 10, 1959 have been completed.
Trustee McGahan moved that the Board authorize the expenditure of $75.00
by the Police Department for target practice. Trustee Bochniak seconded
the motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Dorner, McGahan, Frank and Bochniak
NAYS: None
Trustee McGahan moved that Sgt. Fechtner be reimbursed $10.00 for money spent
out of his pocket for the Police Department. Trustee Bochniak seconded the
motion. On roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Frank, Bochniak, McGahan and Dorner
NAYS: None
The Clerk was directed to contact Country Service and make arrangements for
snow plowing. Country Service is to leave equipment in the Village and will
do the work on a straight hourly basis.
The President read proposed Ordinance No. 0-60-10 being an ordinance setting
the rate for vehicle licenses.
Trustee Frank moved that Ordinance 0-60-10, amending 0-58-24, being an ordinance
on vehicle license fees be adopted. Trustee McGahan seconded the motion. On
roll call the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Dorner, Frank, McGahan and President Bunescu
NAYS: Trustee Bochniak
Trustee Bochniak moved that the Village employ Robert J. Brosius, in addition
to his job as Treasurer, to assist the Village Clerk, to keep the office open
from 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on Monday nights, and 9:00 A. M. to 1:00 P.M. on
Saturday mornings; said office to be in the building housing the Buffalo Grove
Home Builders, 88 Buffalo Grove Road; said hours to be kept to accommodate the
public and to aid in keeping the Village records; said Brosius to be paid the
sum of $50.00 per month until further order of the Board. Trustee Dorner
seconded the motion.
... Trustee Bochniak stated that this proposal would greatly alleviate the work
load carried by the Village Clerk. He stated that Mr. Brosius would sell
the vehicle licenses, dog tags, accept building permit applications, solicitor's
registrations, and money turned in by the Police Dept., Police Magistrate, etc.
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A discussion was had on a telephone for the office.
The roll was called and the vote was as follows:
AYES: Trustees Dorner, Frank, Bochniak and McGahan
NAYS: None
The President then stated that Mr. Robert J. Brosius would have the title
of Secretary to the Clerk.
Chief Barnett presented a petition signed by 33 residents for a 9:00 o'clock
curfew. A discussion followed. The President requested that the Chief and
juvenile officer take this under advisement and report to the Board at the
next meeting.
Trustee Bochniak moved that the meeting adjourn. Trustee Dorner seconded
the motion and it was unanimously carried.
Village Clerk