2001-11-19 - Village Board Regular Meeting - Minutes 11167
11/19/2001
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF
BUFFALO GROVE,HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS,50 RAUPP BOULEVARD,
BUFFALO GROVE,ILLINOIS ON MONDAY,NOVEMER 19,2001
CALL TO ORDER
President Hartstein called the meeting to order at 7:32 P.M. Those present stood and pledged allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Roll call indicated the following present: President Hartstein;Trustees Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,
Johnson and Kahn.
Also present were:William Balling,Village Manager;William Raysa,Village Attorney;William Brimm,Assistant
Village Manager/Finance Director;Ghida Neukirch,Assistant Village Manager; Art Malinowski,Director of
Human Resources;Scott Anderson,Assistant Finance Director;Gregory Boysen,Director of Public Works;
Raymond Rigsby,Superintendent of Public Works;Robert Pfeil,Village Planner;Greg Summers, Associate
Planner;Police Chief McCann;Deputy Police Chief Lippert;and Joseph Tenerelli,Village Treasurer.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by Glover,seconded by Johnson,to approve the minutes of the November 5,2001 Regular Meeting. Upon
roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6—Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0—None
Motion declared carried.
WARRANT#946
Mr.Tenerelli read Warrant#946. Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Johnson,to approve Warrant#946 in the
amount of $3,518,214.26,authorizing payment of bills listed. Upon roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6—Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0—None
Motion declared carried.
PATRIOTIC EVENTS
President Hartstein noted that he and Trustee Glover attended the dedication of a patriotic mural done by the
students at Meridian School;he stated that this is a very moving mural and that it can be seen on the Village web
site.
President Hartstein also noted that the Buffalo Grove High School Symphonic Band presented a Patriotic Concert on
November 8,2001 to honor those that lost their lives on September 11,2001,as well as to recognize the heroes who
saved so many more lives. Funds donated at this concert will go to the families of the more than 300 firefighters
that lost their lives that day.
INTERFAITH SERVICE
President Hartstein thanked the Interfaith Council for orchestrating the special Thanksgiving Service that was held
yesterday. On behalf of the Board,President Hartstein wished everyone a healthy and happy Thanksgiving.
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TOYS FOR TOTS
President Hartstein noted that the Police Department is sponsoring the annual Toys for Tots program,and noted that
anyone wishing to drop off toys may do so at the Buffalo Grove Police Department through December 21,2001.
VETERANS DAY CEREMONY
Trustee Berman recognized President Hartstein for his appearance and speech at the Veterans Day ceremony held at
Veterans Park last week; he thanked the Veterans groups and all those who attended.
TRANSPORTATION
Mr. Kos from the Cook County Highway Department made a presentation to the Board regarding the recent
reconstruction on Lake Cook Road;he then answered questions from Board members regarding county highway
projects.
LAKE COUNTY GUN BUY-BACK OPERATION
Trustee Johnson noted that the Lake County Chiefs of Police Association is sponsoring a Gun Buy Back Operation
to be held December 15-16,2001;he explained that anyone turning in a gun will receive a$50 gift certificate and a
stuffed animal.
MANAGEMENT REPORT
Mr.Balling noted the submission of the Management Report for the month of October,2001;there were no
questions on same.
2001 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET
Mr. Anderson presented the FY 2001-2002 Capital Improvement Plan Status Update,details of which are contained
in his memo to Mr.Balling of November 14,2001.
DRIVEWAY APRONS
Mr.Balling reviewed the proposal for an amendment to the Development Ordinance regarding driveway aprons,
details of which are contained in the Overview dated November 19,2001 that he prepared.
Moved by Johnson,seconded by Kahn,to refer the issue to the Plan Commission for Public Hearing review and then
return to the Village Board for an ordinance amendment.
Trustee Braiman asked that the motion include giving the Plan Commission the option of determining whether or
not a variation procedure should be appropriate. Trustees Johnson and Kahn agreed to the amendment.
Trustee Berman asked that the Plan Commission take into account what effect this may have on the streetscape,non-
street parking and safety issues,so that a larger problem is not created.
Upon roll call,Trustees voted as follows on the amended motion:
AYES: 6—Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0—None
Motion declared carried.
ROTARY AWARD-BILL REID
Mr. Balling reviewed the Bill Reid Award established by the Buffalo Grove Rotary Club, with Maureen Welborn
being the first recipient of the award;he noted that there are two plaques displayed outside the Council Chambers.
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SAVED BY THE BELT AWARD
Police Sgt.Husak reviewed the Saved by the Belt award,and reviewed the circumstances in which several residents
were saved from serious injury in automobile accidents because they were wearing their seat belts. Sgt.Husak also
recognized Danielle Baron,a Buffalo Grove Police officer,who was involved in a serious accident that could have
proved fatal had she not been wearing her seat belt.
Sgt. Husak then recognized several children that were involved in the recent Seatbelt Safety Coloring Contest.
Sgt. Husak again thanked the Board for their support of the efforts of the Police Department to promote seatbelt use,
and urged everyone to be conscious of wearing seatbelts during the upcoming holiday weekend.
QUESTIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
President Hartstein asked if there were any questions from the members of the audience;there were none.
CONSENT AGENDA
President Hartstein explained the Consent Agenda,stating that any member of the audience or the Board could
request that an item be removed for full discussion. The Village Clerk then read a brief synopsis of each of the
items on the Consent Agenda. It was requested that Item XI.C.,be removed from the Consent Agenda.
Moved by Braiman,seconded by Marienthal,to approve the Consent Agenda.
RESOLUTION No.2001-44—Emergency Mutual Aid in Public Works
Motion to approve Resolution No.201-44,A resolution concerning emergency mutual aid in Public Works.
RESOLUTION No.2001-45—Non-emergency Mutual Aid in Public Works
Motion to approve Resolution No.2001-45,A resolution concerning non-emergency mutual aid in Public Works.
ARBORETUM GOLF COURSE FACILITIES—Demolition
Motion to approve the Award of Bid for demolition services—Arboretum Golf Course facilities.
Upon roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6—Marienthal, Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0—None
Motion declared carried.
ORDINANCE#2001-72—WINE DISCOUNT CENTER
Moved by Berman,seconded by Braiman,to pass Ordinance#2001-72,an ordinance amending Chapter 5.20,
Liquor Controls(Wine Discount Center). Upon roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6—Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0—None
Motion declared carried.
ORDINANCE#2001-73—PUBLIC SERVICE CENTER
Mr. Rigsby made a presentation to the Board regarding this project;he referred to the Site Plan during his
presentation. Mr.Rigsby then answered questions from the Board.
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Moved by Berman,seconded by Glover,to pass Ordinance#2001-73,approving an amendment to the Special Use
and Preliminary Plan for the Village Public Service Center,51 Raupp Boulevard,concerning a building addition and
other site improvements;authorization of design development drawings.
AYES: 6—Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0—None
Motion declared carried.
RESOLUTION#2001-46—GOLF COURSE
Mr. Balling reviewed the proposed resolution,details of which are contained in Mr. Boysen's memo to him of
November 14,2001. Staff then answered questions from the Board
Moved by Glover,seconded by Johnson,to pass Resolution#2001-46, approving the Agreement Terms and
Conditions Conservation 2000 Streambank Stabilization and Restoration Program related to the Buffalo Grove Golf
Course Erosion Control Project for an amount not to exceed$130,263.00. Upon roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6—Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0—None
Motion declared carried.
POLICE HEADQUARTERS
Mr.Balling reviewed the request for authorization through bid waiver and negotiated price proposal for the lower
level remodeling work.
Moved by Braiman,seconded by Marienthal,to award contract for the Police Headquarters Lower Level
Remodeling Project to L.R.Hein Construction Corporation for an amount not to exceed$131,031.00.
Staff proceeded to answer questions from the Board.
Mr.Raysa confirmed that this procedure is perceived as a negotiated contract situation and that he is comfortable
that everything that has been done as part of this particular process has been in a legal and proper manner.
Upon roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6—Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0—None
Motion declared carried.
BUFFALO GROVE FINE ARTS INVITATIONAL
Mrs.Neukirch made a presentation regarding the Buffalo Grove Fine Arts Invitational being proposed by the Arts
Commission,referring to a PowerPoint proposal outlining the project. Details may also be found in the Overview
prepared by Mrs. Neukirch on November 19,2001. Staff then answered questions from the Board.
Moved by Kahn,seconded by Berman,to move forward and authorize staff to draft an agreement between the
Village of Buffalo Grove and Amdur Productions for coordination of a Buffalo Grove Fine Arts Invitational. Upon
roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6—Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0—None
Motion declared carried.
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COVINGTON OFFICE PLAZA
Mr. Balling briefly introduced the proposal for the Covington Office Plaza.
Frank Schwab made a presentation to the Board outlining his request to build five single-family homes on this
parcel;details of this proposal are contained in the Overview dated November 19,2001 and prepared by Mr.Pfeil.
Rob Sherman,resident,does not think that this proposal fits this parcel;he believes the Board should eliminate
conflicting uses;he encouraged the Board to reject referral to the Plan Commission.
Trustee Berman stated that he is pleased that Mr. Schwab has an interest in the community,but he is not convinced
that this is the highest and best use of the land;he is concerned with resale value.
Trustee Glover agrees with Trustee Berman and stated that she is not ready to let go of this parcel as commercial.
Trustee Braiman also agrees and does not believe it makes sense to put R-5 zoning on this spot.
Trustee Marienthal agrees with the rest Board in that he does not see the need to do this.
Trustee Johnson stated that he believes the best use for this parcel,other than commercial,might be some type of
multi-family.
SHOPS AT APTAKISIC CREEK
Scott Gendell made a presentation to the Board with his request,details of which are contained in the Overview
dated November 19,2001 and prepared by Mr.Pfeil.
Trustee Braiman believes this is a good idea for the center.
Moved by Braiman,seconded by Kahn,to establish a hearing for the Shops at Aptakisic Creek for a proposed
additional restaurant use.
Trustee Berman stated that he wants to make sure that the Village retains the ability to review the way the space is
allocated;he supports the concept.
Trustee Glover is concerned with adequate parking;she would like a professional traffic study;she wants to be sure
that no other kind of use goes in without coming back before the Board. Mr. Gendell stated that he has already
commissioned a professional traffic study that will be available at the hearing.
Upon roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6—Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0—None
Motion declared carried.
POLICE LIAISON AT BUFFALO GROVE HIGH SCHOOL
Rob Sherman explained why he asked that this item be removed from the Consent Agenda; he believes that the title
should be a Police Liaison rather than a Police Counselor.
Mr. Balling confirmed that Police Liaison is the correct designation in conjunction with the District 214 Board
recommendation.
Moved by Berman,seconded by Kahn,to approve an agreement with District 214 for a Police Liaison at Buffalo
Grove High School. Upon roll call,Trustee voted as follows:
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AYES: 6-Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
EXECUTIVE MEETING
Moved by Kahn,seconded by Johnson,to move to Executive Meeting to approve Executive Meeting minutes and
discuss the Sale of Real Estate. Upon roll call,Trustees voted as follows:
AYES: 6-Marienthal,Braiman,Glover,Berman,Johnson,Kahn
NAYS: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
The Board moved to Executive Meeting from 9:25 P.M.to 9:40 P.M.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Marienthal, seconded by Glover to adjourn the meeting. Upon voice vote,the motion was unanimously
carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:40 P.M.
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net M. Sirabian,Village Clerk
APPROVED BY ME THISC-a'`— DAY OF ,2001.
Village President
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