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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
September 15, 2015
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pro Tem Richard Rogerscalled the meeting to order at 7:02p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor ProTem Richard Rogers
Trustee Paul Hoefert
Trustee Steven Polit
Trustee Colleen Saccotelli
Trustee Michael Zadel
Absent:Mayor Arlene Juracek
Trustee John Matuszak
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pledge of Allegiance led byTrustee Polit.
INVOCATION
Trustee Zadel gave the Invocation.
MINUTES
TrusteeHoefert,seconded by Trustee Polit,moved to approve the minutes of the regular Village Board
meeting heldSeptember 1, 2015.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit,Rogers,Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
APPROVE BILLS
Mayor Pro Tem Rogersstated the next item on the agenda, “MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT AND
APPROVE BILLS” was noted by an asterisk and unless there was a request to remove an item(s), all
items further listed in that manner would be considered with one (1)vote as business item "IX.
CONSENTAGENDA.”
MAYOR’S REPORT
A.ACCOLADES
Employee Recognition:Public Works
Fifteen (15) Public Works are celebrating quinquennial anniversaries with the Village this year. Public
Works Director Sean Dorseyrecognized those in attendance and presented each with a plaque or
certificate.
30 years Don Hansen, Jim Nordin and John Rossbach
25 years Kurt Aspen, John Huffman and Jeff Wulbecker
20 years Stephen Brown and Keith Kuhn
15 years Albano Braganolo, John Frank and Dean Morgan
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10 years Sarah Gonet and John Schnittker
5 years Judith Balazs and Jeffrey Dyer
On behalf of Mayor Juracek, the Village Board and the community, Mayor Pro Tem Rogers thanked these
individuals for their dedicated and outstanding service.
B. 1st reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 13, “Alcoholic Liquors,” of the Village Code of Mount
Prospect.
Mayor Pro Tem Rogers presented for a first (1st) reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 13, “Alcoholic
Liquors,” of the Village Code of Mount Prospect. This Ordinance increases the number of “Class F-7”
liquor licenses by one (1)Dave’s Specialty Foods at 105 West Prospect Avenue.
Acting Village Manager Dave Strahl provided background information stating the Class F-7 corkage
license allows patrons to bring unopened wine into a restaurant establishment for the sole purpose of
consumption in that establishment.Dave’s Specialty Foods is a gourmet food and retail shop that serves
lunch, offerscatering and hosts a wide variety of cooking classes.Mr. Dave Esau, owner/chef is seeking
the Class F-7 license which would allow patrons tobring a bottle(s) of wine to his cooking classes and
other small social events at his establishment. AssistantVillage Manager Strahl stated Mr. Esau has
complied with all Village requirements and met with staff to discuss the Village’s policies associated with
the issuance of a liquor license.
Mr. Esau was in attendance to provide additional information and respond to questions. Dave’s Specialty
Foods has been in Mount Prospect since 2002; he is pleased to be a part of the Village and appreciates
the opportunity to enhance the cooking and dining experience with the corkage license.
Village Board Comments
Appreciate business has remained in Mount Prospect.
Contributes to vitality of Prospect Avenue
Corkage license –opportunity to enhance business
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit,moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings of an
ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Hoefert, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6211:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDINGCHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE
MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE CODE
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
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C.1reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 13 (Alcoholic Liquors) of the Village Code of Mount
Prospect.
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Mayor Pro Tem Rogers presented for a first (1) reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 13 (Alcoholic
Liquors) of the Village Code of Mount Prospect.This ordinance amends the Village Code by creating two
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(2) new liquor classifications; Craft Brewery and Brew Pub and updates the Village Code to be current
with Illinois legislation which recently restored “happy hour” practices in Illinois.
Acting Village Manager Dave Strahl provided background information stating the creation of the two (2)
new liquor license classifications as well as Public Act 99-0046 which restored previously banned “happy
hour” practices in Illinois have been discussed in detail at recent Committee of Whole meetings. At the
September 8, 2015 Committee of the Whole meeting, there was a general consensus in support of the
proposed amendments to the Village Code. 1) Craft brewery license - for the manufacture and delivery
of beer for on-premises and off-premises consumption by a craft brewery and for guided tours of its
brewing facility; 2) Brew pub license –service of alcoholic beverages at a restaurant which brews beer on
its premises; 3) allows properly licensed businesses to conduct or allow drinking promotions periods or
happy hours in accordance with recent statelegislation that restored “happy hour”practices.
Village Board Comments
Craft brewery and brew pub –great business opportunity.
Village embracing changes in market place –support new business growth.
VillageBoard discussed amendments to Chapter 13 at length at two (2) COW meetings.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings of an
ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli,Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Hoefert, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6212:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE
MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE CODE
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
D.A Resolution Approving an Employment Agreement Between Michael J. Cassady and the Village of
Mount Prospect
Mayor Pro Tem Rogers presented A Resolution Approving an Employment Agreement Between Michael
J. Cassady and the Village of Mount Prospect.
Acting Village Manager Strahl provided background information stating the Mayor and Village have
selected Mr. Michael Cassady toserve as the next Village Manager. Mr. Cassady has twenty-five years
of experience in both the public and private sectors. He has served as the Bensenville Village Manager
since 2009 and from 1998-2004 the Village Manager of Palatine. Mr. Cassady willbegin his tenure with
the Village of Mount Prospect in October.Acting Village Manager Strahl stated the employment
agreement and compensation package are available for public review.
Village Board Comments
Nationwide search conducted for position; pleased with results of recruitment process.
Mr. Cassadyis the top qualified candidate with a great deal of experience.
Mr. Cassady is capable of moving Village to next level; strengths fit with Village vision.
Community Development/real estate development background is a great asset.
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Mayor Pro Tem Rogers read a statement from Trustee Matuszak which reflected his support and
confidence in the appointment of Mr. Cassady as Village Manager. Mr. Cassady is a seasoned
administrator with a solid education.
Trustee Zadel took the opportunity to thank Acting Village Manager Dave Strahl for his leadership and
skills as the Village administrator during this interim period.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved for approval of Resolution No. 31-15:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN
MICHAEL J. CASSADYAND THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
Public Comment
Mr. Louis Goodman
310 North School
Mr. Goodman commented on the Village Manager’s salary and compensation package.
Trustee Hoefert stated Mr. Cassady’s salary and compensation is competitive with other municipal
managers who have comparable experience, background and ability.
APPOINTMENTS
No appointments.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS –CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
No public comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved to approve the following business items:
1.Monthly Financial Report –August 2015
2. Bills dated –August 27–September 9, 2015
3. Motion to accept bid State bid pricing for the purchase of a 2016 Ford F250 truck in an amount not to
(VBA
exceed $35,600. Replaces vehicle 505, a 2001 Ford F350 pickup truck for the Fire Department.
49-15)
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
A.Motion to approve request for Façade Improvement and Interior Buildout grant for Bruce Automotive,
422 East Northwest Highway, in an amount not to exceed $20,000.
Community Development Director Bill Cooney provided background information about the Façade
program, the grant to Bruce Automotiveand staff recommendation.
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Bruce Automotive is a well-established full service auto repair facility; serving the Mount Prospect
community for several decades. The owners are proposing to refurbish the entire exterior façade by
adding a stone and Hardiplank siding and replacing the existing shingle roof material. In addition,the
owners are proposing to resurface the existing asphalt parking lot and a portion of a non-compliant gravel
storage area. The remaining gravel area will be replaced with grass and landscaping materials. The total
estimate of the project is approximately $90,000. Bruce Automotive is seeking reimbursement of $20,000
for eligible expenses associated to the project.
Staff recommend approval of the request for Façade Improvement and Interior Buildout grant for Bruce
Automotive, 422 East Northwest Highway, in an amount not to exceed $20,000.
The petitioner, Mr. Dean Hoppesch and his wife were in attendance to provide additional information and
respond to questions from the Village Board. Mr. Hoppesch stated the business was started by his father
Bruce Hoppesch in the early 1960’s. He and his family are committed to keeping the business a part of
Mount Prospect and would like to make the necessary aesthetic improvements; he credited his father with
the success of thebusiness. The improvements will also compliment other upgrades being done on
Northwest Highway.
Village Board Comments
Thanked the owners for making improvements to the property.
Thanked the owners for remaining in the Village and investing in thecommunity.
Remembered when the business first opened.
Trustee Polit, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to approve request for Façade Improvement and
Interior Buildout grantfor Bruce Automotive,422 East Northwest Highway, in an amount not to exceed
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$20,000
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried
(VBA 47-15)
B.Motion to approve request for Façade Improvement and Interior Buildout grant for Tokens and
Tankards, 18 West Busse Avenue, in an amount not to exceed $25,000.
Community Development Director Bill Cooney provided background information about the new business,
grant request and staff recommendation.
Tokens and Tankards is a unique gastropub concept that will feature ad expansive menu of local craft
beer, cider and food options. The owners have entered into a lease agreement for the former Ye Olde
Town Inn located at 18 West Busse Avenue. Plans that include installation of two (2) ADA accessible
washrooms, the replacement of all lighting fixtures and reworking the main entrance in the restaurant
have been submitted. The total project costs are estimated at approximately $140,000. Tokens and
Tankards is seeking reimbursement of $25,000 for eligible expenses associated with this project.
Staff recommend approval of the request for Façade Improvement and Interior Buildout grantfor Tokens
and Tankards in an amount not to exceed $25,000.
Mr. Vince Scalabrino, Tokens and Tankards, developer and owner,was in attendance to provide
additional information and respond to questions from the Village Board.
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Mr. Scalabrino shared a video to explain the unique gastropub concept that will feature a nostalgic
atmosphere; a selection of vintage, coin-operated video and pinball games. Mr. Scalabrino stated the
concept is specifically designed to appeal to the younger generation of suburbanites. The Mount Prospect
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location is the first(1
) in the Midwest; he wanted to open his business in Mount Prospect.
In response to questions from the Village Board Mr. Scalabrino provided the following:
Anticipate opening in early November.
Menu –British and Belgium cuisine.
Appeals to younger generations –fuse beer and games.
Village Board Comments
Thanked for investing in Mount Prospect.
Appreciates the energy and enthusiasm of business; owner wants to be a part of the Village’s past
and future.
Innovative concept –stepping stone to future.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to approve request for Façade Improvement and
Interior Buildout grant for Tokens and Tankards, in an amount not to exceed $25,000.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli,Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried
(VBA 48-15)
C.PZ-16-15, 300 East Evergreen Avenue, Thomas Karlov
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1readingof An Ordinance Granting a Variation to Allow a Gravel Driveway for Property Located at 300
East Evergreen Avenue.
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Mayor Pro Tem Rogers presented for a first (1) reading An Ordinance Granting a Variation to Allow a
Gravel Driveway for Property Located at 300 East Evergreen Avenue.This ordinance grants a variation
to allow an existing gravel driveway for property located at 300 East Evergreen Avenue. The Planning
and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request by a 7-0 vote.
Community Development Director Bill Cooney provided background information including Village
regulations and the petitioner’srequest for variation. The subject property is improved with a two-story
single-family residence, gravel driveway and related improvements. As driveways and parking lots are
required to be paved, the gravel driveway does not comply with the Village Code.The Petitioner does not
desire to pave the driveway and is seeking a variation from the Village Code requiring pavement of the
gravel driveway. Staff finds that the standards for a variation have been metand recommends approval
of the request. The Subject Property’s characteristics are unique and unusual, which would not be
applicable to other properties in the Village. The gravel drivewayis in keeping with the historic character
of the Subject Property; dates back to 1916.Mr. Cooney shared picturesthat illustrate the Petitioner’s
efforts to maintain the historic character of the property; the gravel driveway is in keeping with that
character.
In response to questions from the Village Board, Mr. Cooney provided the following:
Compliance with Village Code requiring paved drivewaysor parking lots is near completion; 40+
properties brought into compliance last year.
Not aware of any environmental regulations regarding gravel driveways or parking lots.
Does not believe the granting of variation would set a precedent; none of the other properties yet to
be brought into compliance could claim historical preservation status.
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Requests for variation request would need to be presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Mr. Karlov, was in attendance to provide additional information and respond to questions from the Village
Board. Mr. Karlov provided an overview of the work done to the home in effort to preserve its historical
characteristics; a labor of love for the last twenty-eight (28) years. Mr.and Mrs. Karlov are committed to
preserving Mount Prospect’s history and its original character. The gravel driveway is part of the historic
character of the original property.
Village Board Comments
Owners have made considerable investment to preserve historical characteristics.
Preservation of historical accuracy is a valid argument to allow gravel driveway; driveway has been
there since 1916.
The home is a showcase of Mount Prospect history; well known in community.
Concern as to how to separate andunderstand historical standards.
Home is a historical site; meets variation standards.
There may be some environmental issues related to leakage of motor fluids into soil.
Request staff to conduct additional environmental impact research related to leakage of motor fluids
onto soil before Village Board takes action on the request.
There was a general consensus to hold the request for a second (2) reading. Mayor Pro Tem Rogers
stated the second (2) reading of the ordinance granting a variation to allow agravel driveway for property
located at 300 East Evergreen Avenue would be held atthe October 6, 2015 Village Board meeting. At
the request of the Village Board staff will provide additional information regarding environmental
regulations or issues associated with the leakage of motor fluids on gravel/soil.
D.PZ-17-15, 1958-2036 West Algonquin Road, BWIP MPG OWNERLLC
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1reading ofAn Ordinance Granting a Zoning Map Amendment, Conditional Use for Planned Unit
Development and Variations for Property located at 1958-2036 West Algonquin Road.
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Mayor Pro Tem Rogers presented for a first (1) readingAn Ordinance Granting a Zoning Map
Amendment, Conditional Use for Planned Unit Development and Variations for Property located at 1958-
2036 West Algonquin Road.This ordinance grants 1) Zoning Map Amendment from RX Single-Family
Residence to R-4 Multi-Family Residence; 2) Conditional Use for Planned Unit Development (PUD) and
Variations to density, lot coverage, parking, landscaping setbacks and lighting. The Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended approval of the request by a 7-0 vote.
Community Development Director Bill Cooney provided background information including an overview of
the existing property, project plans, petitioner’s request and staff recommendations. The subject property
was annexed into the Village of Mount Prospect in 1974; the property is currently classified R-X Single-
Family Residence District. The multi-family property known as Mount Prospect Greens Apartment has
fourteen (14) multi-familybuildings, a leasing building and related improvements. The property was
purchased in 2014 by an investment group (BWIP MPG OWNERLLC), and thePetitioner is proposing a
substantial rehabilitation of the complex by replacing the tennis courts with a new clubhouse, in-ground
pool, maintenance garage and parking lot. In addition to the new construction, the Petitioner intends to
renovate the existing leasing building into a fitness and laundry facility and remodel thirteen (13) of the
existing apartment buildings. The project requires: 1) rezoning –R-X Single-Family Residence to R-4
Multi-Family Residence; 2) Conditional Use for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) consisting of sixteen
(16) primary structures and two (2) accessory structures; 3) Variation to allow 2,474.25 square feet of lot
area per dwelling unit (17.6 units per acre);
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4) variation to allow an overall lot coverage of 54.8%; 5) variation to allow 586 overall parking spaces and
6) variation to allow existing parking lot landscaping, setbacks and lighting to remain as is subject to
conditions. Staff recommend approval of the Petitioner’s requestto upgrade the site.
Mr. Paul Kiebler, property owner, and Voconproject engineer,Mr. Jeff Gibbons were in attendance to
provide additional information and respond to questions from the Village Board.
In response to questions from the Village Board Mr. Kiebler provided the following:
Mount Prospect Greens is a great property –units are larger than what is being built today.
Complex consists of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units; average monthly rent is $917 goes up to $1200.
Renovations have been done in eight (8) buildings –already looks like a different property.
Most renovations –painting and floor replacement can be completed during the work day; occupants
are not displaced.
Will comply with all Village regulations including lighting; sensitive to neighborsenvironment.
Occupancy –98% of units are occupied.
Additional parking spaces will be added; add visitor’sparking lot.
Reviewed comments from Police, Fire and Engineering –will address concerns during permitting
process.
Sensitive to housing needs of current residents.
Village Board Comments
Property was in great need of improvement.
Thanked for investing in rental community.
In addition tocompliance with lighting regulations –adequate lighting for safety of residents is
important; laundryroom, workoutfacility; etc.
Landscape requirements –comply with Village Code.
Improvements to property great for the neighborhood.
Visible improvement already.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings of an
ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6213:
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT, CONDIITONAL USE FOR
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND VARIATIONS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT
1958-2036 WEST ALGONQUIN ROAD
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
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E.1reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 6 (Telecommunications Code) of the Village Code of
Mount Prospect.
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Mayor Pro Tem Rogers presented for a first (1)reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 6
(Telecommunications Code) of the Village Code of Mount Prospect.This ordinance amends Chapter 6 of
the Village Code to reflect the language of the Illinois and Cable and Video Competition Act. This
amendment includes deletions of Sections 6.104, 6.105 and 6.106 as they have been preempted by the
Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996 and/or the Illinois Cable and Video Competition Act.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings of an
ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6214:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 6 (TELECOMMUNICATIONS CODE)
OF THEVILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
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F. 1reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8 (Village Government Miscellaneous Provisions) of
the Village Code of Mount Prospect.
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Mayor Pro Tem Rogers presented for a first (1) reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8 (Village
Government Miscellaneous Provisions) of the Village Code of Mount Prospect. This ordinance proposes
a number of changes to Chapter 8 of the Village Code that update and make it consistent with statutes
and current Mount Prospect business practices. This ordinance delete several sections of Chapter 8
rendered obsolete by changes in state and/or federal law.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings of an
ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6215:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8(VILLAGE GOVERNMENTMISCELLANEOUS
PROVISIONS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OFMOUNT PROSPECT
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
Nays: None
VILLAGE MANAGER’S REPORT
Acting Village Manager Dave Strahl stated Item A under the Village Manager’s report was approved
under the consent agenda and there were no other items for Village Board approval.
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A.Motion to approve request to accept State bid pricing for the purchase of a 2016 Ford F250truck in
an amount not to exceed $35,600. Replaces vehicle 505, 2001 Ford F350 pickup truck for the Fire
Department.
(Approved under the Consent Agenda –VBA 49-15)
B.Status
Acting Village Manager Strahl announced the following community events:
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Kensington Business Center 5k Race and Expo -September 17
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Downtown Merchants Association (DMA) Summer Pub Crawl –September 19
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Science Academy of Chicago -Back to School Fall Festival –September 19
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Blues Mobile Cruise Night –September 19
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Farmers’ Market–September 20
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Fire Department Open House –September 26
ANY OTHER BUSINESS
Trustee Polit stated the Lions Club Farmers’ Market has been extended until the end of October; the
amount of products from vendors allows for the two (2) week extension.
Mayor Pro Tem Rogers stated the Village has received many favorable comments about the French
Market.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss Mayor Pro Tem Rogers asked for a motion to adjourn.
Trustee Zadel,seconded by Trustee Polit, moved to adjourn the meeting.
By unanimous vote theSeptember 15,2015Village Board meeting adjourned at 9:04p.m.
M. Lisa Angell
Village Clerk
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