1978-08-25 - Village Board Committee of the Whole - Minutes AUG 2 81975
^_. SUMMARY OF WORKSHOP SESSION OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
L.. VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE HELD MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 1975, AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING,
50 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS.
The meeting commenced at 11 :00 P.M. Those present were President Fabish; Trustees
Mahoney, Rech, Bogart, Carroll , Marienthal . Trustee Driscoll was absent.
Also present were Charles McCoy, Acting Village Manager; Richard Raysa, Village
Attorney; and William Dettmer, Chief Inspector.
1 . Equipment Swap Agreement
Discussion took place regarding the possible equipment swap program. It was
noted that at the present time Buffalo Grove does not have the aero lift truck
nor the sewer television equipment necessary to participate in the swap. It was
decided to have consideration of this item placed on the agenda of a future
workshop session when a report is prepared comparing the cost of purchasing the
equipment (including interest cost of a loan) vs. cost of renting the equipment.
2. Arlington Heights Road Sidewalk
Mr. McCoy reviewed the cost of widening, from three feet to five feet, the
sidewalk along Arlington Heights Road from the High School to Beechwood Road.
After discussion, it was decided that the sidewalk should remain at three feet
except in the area of the fence, where the sidewalk jogs, at which place an
apron of asphalt or cement will be installed to reduce the safety problem caused
by the jogs.
3. Reinspection Permit
Mr. Dettmer recommended that the proposed ordinance providing for the reinspection
of homes prior to their resale not be enacted by the Board because Villages who
have an ordinance of this nature have been having many legal problems. He felt
that the Housing Code provides sufficient protection. It was decided that the
proposed ordinance will not be considered.
4. Weight Limits
Consideration of weight limits on Village streets was deferred until Mr. Larson
or Chief Walsh cjould be present to explain the reason for the request.
5. Business Hours
Trustee Bogart reviewed a proposed ordinance limiting hours of businesses located
next to residential areas. He said that businesses located within 200 feet of a
residential area could not be open from midnight to 7:00 A.M. Discussion took
place regarding the effect this ordinance would have on existing businesses. Mr.
Raysa stated that the Village would not have to enforce the ordinance with existing
businesses. It was decided that the Ordinance should be placed on an agenda as soon
as possible. Trustee Marienthal was asked to get the reaction of the Plan
Commission.
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6. Osco Sign
Trustee Marienthal referred to a portable sign being used by Osco Drugs and felt
that it detracts from the shopping center. Mr. Dettmer stated that Osco obtained
a 30 day temporary permit which has expired and that he will see to it that it is
removed.
7. Independent Register
Trustee Rech noted that this will be the last meeting covered by Dana Jones,
reporter for the Independent Register. The Board wished her well in her new
position in Florida.
8. Adjournment
There being no further business to conduct, the meeting adjourned.
Time: 12: 15 A.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Verna L. Clayton, Village Cj rk
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SUMMARY OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, HELD MONDAY, AUGUST 28, 1978, AT THE
MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 50 RAUPP BOULEVARD, BUFFALO GROVE, ILLINOIS.
President Fabish called the meeting to order at 7:35 P.M. Those present
were President Fabish; Trustees Rech, Bogart, Kandel . Trustees Marienthal ,
Stone, and Mendenhall were absent. Also present were William Balling,
Village Manager; William Raysa, Village Attorney; Thomas Fennell , Director
of Planning and Development; Gregory Boysen, Village Engineer; and William
Sommer,_As5istant Village Manager.
; Buffalo Grove Road/Traffic Count
President Fabish stated that the Transportation Committee has requested that
a traffic count on Buffalo Grove Road be conducted. They would like to have
one conducted before and after Arlington Heights Road reopens. They feel
this data would be helpful to them in their future considerations.
After discussion, Mr. Balling stated that he would investigate and inform
the Board of procedures involved and of Village staff capabilities.
Williamsburg on the Lake Acquisition
Trustee Bogart asked the status of negotiations of price for the 40 acres
located at the southeast corner of Arlington Heights and Checker Roads
(Williamsburg on the Lake) . President Fabish stated that they are still
in negotiation, and no firm price will be established until after the grant
waiver is approved.
Salt Purchase
Mr. Balling referred to a recent memo regarding the amount of salt needed
for the streets this winter and cost of same. He requested comments from
the Board during the week.
Omni-House Report
Harry Wells, Executive Director of Omni-House distributed and reviewed their
Program Report for Buffalo Grove for the period June 1 , 1977 to May 30,
1978. In addition, a slide presentation was given depicting their outdoor
program with an explanation of the goals of the program.
Northwest Municipal Conference Library Services
William Muhlenfeld, Executive Director of Northwest Municipal Conference,
and Kenneth L. Gross , Library Services Director, reviewed the services
available to the Village through their Government Information Center and
requested the Board to consider adopting a resolution authorizina the
automatic deposit of Buffalo Grove public records- with the Government
Information Center.
Discussion followed in which the following concerns were expressed, 1) NWMC
could become another governmental agency not responsible to the taxpayers,
2) possibility of error in their dissemination of information since they
would not be that familiar with individual Village policies, 3) cost to
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member municipalities after grant expires, and 4) cost of housing in the
event that Mt. Prospect library later decides to charge rent.
The proposed resolution will be placed on the September 5, 1978, agenda for
consideration.
Proposed Sign Code
Mr. Fennell reviewed his memo, dated August 24, 1978, and deliberations of
the Appearance Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals while considering
a new Sign Code.
During the Board's review of the proposed Sign Code, the following changes
and/or comments were made:
1 . Section 3.2 - Sign Contractors will be registered and not licensed.
2. Sections 3.3, 3.4, 3.5 - Before finalizing these sections, cost of
indemnity and insurance coverage for an individual is to be determined.
This will not be required of exempt signs.
3. Section 3.9 - Fees will be billed after inspections made. Fees will
generate enough revenue to cover cost of inspection.
4. Section 3.9A - Heading to be changed to "Double Sided Signs".
5. Sections 4.2 and 4.5 - Height of sign to be governed by Section 5.3.
6. Appeals Procedure - Variations of the ordinance for reasons of hardship
to be heard by Z.B.A. Aesthetic consideration and permit applications
will be handled by Appearance Commission. Petitioner can appeal to
Village Board if not satisfied with decision of Z.B.A. or Appearance
Commission. Mr. Raysa is to do some research to determine legality
of procedure.
7. Section 12.8 - delete "and to persons filing requests for special
notice of hearings".
8. Specific exempt signs to be reconsidered.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 10:35 P.M.
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Verna L. Clayton, Village Clerk
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