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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/12/1998 CWC minutesMINUTES COFFEE WITH COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 12, 1998 Trustees present included: George Clowes and Timothy Corcoran. Staff member present: Assistant Village Manager David Strahl Resident Ledo Bertolozzi inquired as to the Village's plans to address the Year 2000 problem. Mr. Strahl responded by stating that the Village has been actively working to prepare for the change in all the computer systems and this should be completed no later than early 1999. Trustee Corcoran stated that many people will probably see a rough couple of weeks right after the year 2000 due to numerous adjustments necessary to take place. Dennis Prikkel, 1731 West Pheasant, spoke. He stated that as a member of the School Board, he wanted to thank the Trustees for participating in the O'Hare Noise Compatibility Commission because he feels that participation was instrumental in obtaining the necessary funding for the renovation at John Jay and Robert Frost. He stated that the renovations at Robert Frost included a new learning center, a new gymnasium and a multi-purpose room. He stated the work performed `at John Jay with the soundproofing funds, allowed for air-conditioning to be installed and window upgrades. He stated that a change in the computer lab at Holmes Junior High has allowed for students to be trained on simulated operations as part of the technical training available to students. Lloyd Levin, 1777 Crystal Lane, spoke. He stated that he has concerns about the temporary day worker agencies down on the south side of the Village. He stated there are now three agencies in the area and as a representative of the Crystal Towers Homeowners Association, he is passing along these concerns to the Village Board for action. He stated that residents of Crystal Towers have filed reports with the Police detailing homeless sleeping in boxes behind Crystal Towers Shopping Center. He stated that these temporary agencies have also spun off their own support services including pawnshops, which are operating barely within the law, if not breaking the law. He stated crime levels are increasing in the area as evidenced by recent break-ins in the parking structure at Crystal Towers. He is concerned about what will be happening this winter and what occurs with the workers who do not get hired for the day. Trustee Clowes stated that the temporary agency may need to be looked at in terms of Zoning regulations regarding people coming to the location for employment and will take the information under advisement. Trustee Corcoran felt there may be a conflict with the commercial zoning use and requested Village staff review the impact of the temporary agencies through the Visions Committee. He also suggested additional investigation regarding pawnshop operations. Mr. Levin also stated that his personal opinion regarding the Bears' Stadium. He stated that he is supportive of the construction in Elk -Grove because he sees numerous spin- off benefits for the southern part of Mount Prospect including improvement in housing. He said that there are extensive traffic uses already in the area and the weekend traffic would take place at times where there should be minimal conflicts with existing traffic. Wally Wegielewski, 305 Hawthorne, spoke. He provided information regarding a recent change in owners at Hawthorne Apartment Complex. He shared an application with Village Board members, which requested extensive background information in order to renew his lease. He inquired whether such information was necessary or legal. Trustee Corcoran stated that this information is not unusal and suggested that if Mr. Wegielewski had concerns, he should consult with legal advice. Trustee Corcoran also stated that the Village has been pushing various owners in the area to be more aggressive in background checks and this application appears to be a result of that information. Trustee Corcoran requested staff also check on an Ordinance recently passed by the City of Chicago which allowed for vehicle operators to receive citations for blocking intersections when traffic lights change at intersections. Mike Buchowicz, President of the Forest River Fire Protection District. He came to inquire regarding the recent letter he received advising him of an Annexation under consideration by the Village Board. Mr. Strahl clarified the letter stating that the Legal Description provided in the letter is for the piece of property at the corner of Kensington and Wolf and does not extend beyond the Wisconsin Central tracks to the east. Trustee Corcoran requested Village staff obtain a list of property owners in the so-called Mudville area to determine the persons who use the private railroad crossing and provide this information to Trustee Corcoran. Coffee with Council was adjourned at 11:07 a.m. DAVID STRAHL DS/rcc HAGENWINUTES\91298 Coffee with Council Minutes.doc Mount Prospect Public Works Department ;7INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM 7= CrrV USA TO: Village Manager FROM: Director Public Works DATE: July 16, 1990 SUBJECT: Coffee with Council, July 190 c: All Depa ent Heads 0 RIB � [I on�pwmD JUL 1 7 1990 The monthly Coffee with Council meeting was held on July 14, 1990. Trustees Corcoran and Arthur represented the elected officials, John Burg represented the Village Manager's office, and Herb Weeks represented Village staff. Several citizens in attendance voiced their complaints: 1) Mr. & Mrs. Jim Gonyon 600 E. Elderberry Lane 398-1436 These residents, who live at the corner of Wheeling Road and Elderberry Lane, were concerned about an overflowing garbage dumpster and the resulting debris being blown on their yard. They stated that the problem originates mostly from the Rand/Park apartment complex on the west side of Wheeling Road. In addition to the mess caused by blowing garbage, residents of or visitors to the apartment complex sit on the curb drinking, playing loud music and urinating in full view of passers-by. Mr. & Mrs. Gonyon stated that they had contacted Mr. Frank Krupa regarding the land- lord/tenant aspect, but it appears that the problem has gotten worse in the past six months. Reference was also made to an ice cream truck frequently seen along Wheeling Road in the Boxwood Apartments area. Allegedly, an illegal substance is being sold out of that ice cream truck, and the gentleman operating the truck is between the ages of 70 and 75. According to Mr. & Mrs. Gonyon, frequent calls to the Police have not helped the situation, and they commented that a squad car recently passed a man walking his dog without a collar or a leash; they felt that the Police should have given him a ticket. They also feel that the Police should make use of the Vil- lage newsletter to publicize the need for additional help when necessary. 2) Mr. & Mrs. Norman Lagerholm 201 N. Westgate Mr. Lagerholm's major complaint seemed to be against Cablenet and the slow service they provide. In his opin- ion, Cablenet also has been using Westgate Road as a train- ing ground for new employees. Further, Mr. Lagerholm wanted to know why Cablenet has not removed the aerial cable on the poles, as it was his understanding that those wires were dead. Mr. Lagerholm also stated that motorists frequently do not heed the stop sign at Westgate and Ardyce and that many of them drive over the speed limit. 3) Ms. Margaret McNichols 2008 Mark Terrace 437-4061 Ms. McNichols and her sister commented that they would like to see the Lions carnival moved or rotated to other parks on alternate years so that they could have some relief from the loud music coming from the carnival. Even though they live approximately 3/4 of a mile from the carnival site, the noise from the music interrupts their sleep, and they don't feel the music is needed; if it is, they should be forced to reduce the level of noise. Ms. McNichols also is requesting that Mark Terrace and Scott Terrace, which are both one -block in length, be designated one-way to reduce the heavy volume of traffic and high speed. She was ad- vised to get a petition from her neighbors and present it to the Safety Commission at a future hearing. Ms. McNichols also was concerned about the use of fire crackers in the neighborhoods and would like to have a law, or regu- lations on their use, vigorously enforced. The noise up- sets their dog. 4) Dennis Saviano, President Chamber of Commerce Mr. Saviano appealed to the trustees for a donation from the Village to recover some of their costs or shortfalls _ for the Hometown Days celebration. The event is projected to cost $15,000 and they are short possibly $4-5,000. Although the Chamber was hoping to recover some of the costs through rides and food sales, they still would not meet their goal. Trustee Arthur suggested that they appear at a board meeting and address the board with their request under the "Citizens to be Heard" section. Trustee Corcoran indicated that he would not be at the next scheduled board meeting, but he would support a donation of up to $2000. 5) Mr. & Mrs. James Norman 1068-A Boxwood Drive Mr. Norman was complaining about the neighbors in the Boxwood Drive area. He feels that some of the residents are gang members, use drugs and drink, ,and conduct them- selves badly on the street. He alleged that he talked to the Police chief who referred him to Officer Roscop and allegedly Officer Roscop told him the Police had no right to arrest anyone unless someone filed a complaint. He feels the Police should enforce laws and regulations and he will not sign a complaint because he is afraid of retribu- tion. He was recently attacked by a man with a tire iron, but was told not to press charges because he may get more trou- ble from the offender's friends. He claims fights are common in the area, and there is no enforcement of curfew. He further commented that several school -aged children living in the area are not attending school. He has tried contacting local schools, but apparently they have no truancy program. He feels the Village should get involved. 6) Mr. Frank Smith 903 Quince Lane Mr. Smith suggested that the Village furnish all local area schools with lesson plans to teach students about civic events and about how the Village government operates. �&k&l e�< tv.0-e K_" Herbert L. Weeks HLW/td ADMIN.7_14CWC.MTG