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Home My WebLink About11/07/2017 VB Minutes12/8/2017 BoardDocs® Pro REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE BOARD - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday, October 17, 2017) Generated by Karen Agoranos on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 1. CALL TO ORDER Meeting called to order at 7:02 PM 1.1 ROLL CALL Members present: Arlene A. Juracek, William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel 1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Mayor Juracek led the Pledge of Allegiance 1.3 INVOCATION — Christopher Vodden, Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Mount Prospect provided the Invocation. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 October 3, 2017 Motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Village Board meeting on October 3, 2017 Motion by Richard Rogers, second by William Grossi. Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli Abstain: Michael Zadel Motion Carries 3. MAYOR'S REPORT 3.1 Proclamation: BICENTENARY OF THE BIRTH OF BAHA'U'LLAH - October 22, 2017 Members of the Spiritual Assembly of the BAHA% Christopher Vodden, Yally Larson, Dennis Strasburg and Devon Vodden, were present to accept the proclamation from Mayor Juracek. Mr. Vodden thanked the Mayor and Board for honoring this very special date fo the church. Mayor Juracek thanked those present and acknowledged Mount Prospect's diverse and rich spiritual community. 3.2 PRESENTATION: Mount Prospect Digital Communication (MPDC) Awards 2017 Mount Prospect Digital Communications was recently recognized for producing some outstanding videos. Howard Kleinstein, Director of Communications, presented the following awards: Wisconsin Community Media's "Best of the Midwest Media Fest" — Regional Award. This is a regional award covering media outlets and access centers in seven states in the upper Midwest. Winning Videos from this contest: "1917 — Mount Prospect Goes to War" — Award of Excellence "Inside the Park — Golf Edition" — Award of Achievement Telly Awards — National Award "Inside the Park — Golf Edition" Winner of the Telly Award Government Programming Award — National Award "Inside the Park — Golf Edition" 2nd Place - Profile of a City/County Dept. (Operating Budget Under $200,000) "Village of Mount Prospect's Centennial Video" Honorable Mention - Profile of a City/County Dept. (Operating Budget Under $200,000) "1917 — Mount Prospect Goes to War" Honorable Mention - Documentary (Operating Budget Under $200,000) 3.3 REAPPOINTMENT TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Mayor Juracek presented the following for reappointment to the Finance Commission: Finance Commission Re -appointment: Pam Bazan 304 S. Kenilworth Thomas Pekras 2924 Briarwood Dr. West Term to expire October 2021 Term to expire October 2021 Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Michael Zadel. Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Motion Carries https://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 1/4 12/8/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Mayor Juracek thanked both Ms. Bazan and Mr. Pekras for their continued contributions to the Finance Commission. Mayor Juracek reminded those who are interested in serving on a commission should visit our website for more information. 4. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Mary Romano Resident on Busse Rd. Ms. Romano expressed concerns with the Busse Road project and is eager to move the discussion forward to a Board meeting. She is concerned Cook County will advance the project without input from the residents who will be affected by the project. Mayor Juracek stated there will be neighborhood meetings and Committee of the Whole discussions before any plans are finalized. Residents will have ample opportunities to express their concerns, ideas and questions. In addition, the Village will work on a Busse Road portal for the website where information can be shared with the community. Ms. Romano also expressed concerns regarding the Comprehensive Plan as it relates to the preservation of the trees along Busse Road and the safety of bike paths along Busse Road. She belives Busse Road is a beautiful and unique stretch of road and does not want to see major changes to it. Ms. Romano also express concerns that with State and Federal funding cuts, Mount Prospect taxes will increase. Mayor Juracek stated no one wants to see taxes raised and agreed she raised valid concerns and shared those same concerns. Trustee Hoefert askes when we can expect these plans from the County. Village Manager Michael Cassady stated we should expect to see something from the County after the first of the year; January or February. Mayor Juracek acknowledged the Village is taking this project very serioulsy and appreciated Ms. Romano's concerns and questions. Jill Friedrichs, along with reprentatives from the Special Events Commission, presented Mayor Juracek with a photo book celebrating the Centennial Gala in February. Ms. Friedrich added the same book was included in the time caspule that was buried during the Centennial Time Capsule Ceremony on October 14th. Mayor Juracek is excited to share this with residents as it was a spectacular celebration to be remembered for many years. Mayor Juracek urged residents to visit Centennial Green to view the plaques honoring our founding visionary families. Many decendents of these families are still active in our community. 5. CONSENT AGENDA 5.1 Monthly Financial Report - September 2017 Accept the monthly financial report for September 2017. 5.2 List of Bills - September 27 - October 10, 2017 Approve List of Bills 5.3 A RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT PLANNING STAFF ASSISTANCE SERVICES DELIVERED BY THE CHICAGO METROPOLITAN AGENCY FOR PLANNING FOR THE 2020-2024 ASSESSMENT OF FAIR HOUSING Approve a resolution to authorize participation in the 2020-2024 Assessment of Fair Housing, and execute an Intergovernmental Agreement including a Scope of Services with CMAP and an Intergovernmental Memorandum of Understanding with all other Assessment of Fair Housing participants. Resolution. No. 34-17 5.4 A RESOLUTION APPROVING SALE OF PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AND SALES CONTRACT OF 2004 W. SCOTT TERRACE FOR $155,000. Approve a resolution approving sale of property and authorizing execution of real estate purchase and sales contract of 2004 W. Scott Terrace for $155,000. Resolution. No. 35-17 5.5 Motion to approve and authorize the Village Manager to execute a Retirement/Separation and Release Agreement between the Village of Mount Prospect and former Police Chief Timothy Janowick. VBA 68-17 5.6 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. [This ordinance decreases the number of Class "P- 1" Liquor Licenses by one (1) Vendant Group Inc. d/b/a Cardinal Wine & Spirits located at 1721 W. Golf Road, Mount Prospect, IL] Ordinance No. 6342 5.7 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. [This ordinance decreases the number of Class "S- https://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 2/4 12/8/2017 BoardDocs® Pro 1" Liquor Licenses by one (1) Sagamore Randhurst LLC d/b/a Hampton Inn & Suites located at 1 Randhurst Village Drive, Mount Prospect, IL] Ordinance No. 6343 5.8 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. [This ordinance decreases the number of Class "F- 3" Liquor Licenses by one (1) Towa Gourmet Ltd. d/b/a Rokudenashi located at 1750 W. Golf Road, Mount Prospect, IL.] Ordinance No. 6344 Motion by Michael Zadel, second by Colleen Saccotelli to accept the Consent Agenda as presented. Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Not Present at Vote: Paul Hoefert Motion Carries 6. OLD BUSINESS None 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 1st reading of an ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE OFFICIAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF 2017 FOR THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. Community Development Director William Cooney along with Long Range Planner Malika Hainer presented the Comprehensive Plan of 2017. The plan presented is the result of a fifteen (15) month long process to update and enhance the 2016 Comprehensive Plan. A committee was created to represent a cross-section of our community to ensure all areas of the Village were represented. Ms. Hainer described the document as the primary planning tool for the Village; it does not, however, regulate or control the use of private properties. Ms. Hainer stated the last Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2007 and the 2017 Plan provides an extensive update. The 2017 Comprehensive Plan, titled "Envision Mount Prospect- Planning for our Future Together" acknowledges the Village's history, existing conditions and plans for its future. The Plan covers six (6) key topic areas and is organized into two major parts, Part I and Part II. Ms. Hainer provided a powerpoint presentation and sumarized each chapter of the Plan. Ms.Hainer stated the community played an important role in the developement of the Plan. Community engagement opportunities included the following : • Comp Plan Steering Committee was formed that included staff, residents and business owners. • Project website - www.envisionmp.org was created to provide information on the planning process, public engagement events, and opportunities to provide feedback. • Four (4) Open Houses were held at various locations throughout the community; staff reported the open houses were well attended and provided staff with postitive feedback. • Comp Plan information booths were present at communuty events throughout the year. Mr. Cooney, Ms. Hainer and Deputy Director of Community Develooement Consuelo Arauilles answered auestions and from the Village Board. • No major changes to residential areas; no plans to modify residential districts. • South side of town will see mixed use development plans for future; taking advantage of recent annexations Board comments This plan is result of many months of discussions and planning with significant input from the community Crucial to receive and respond to feedback from community • Team was commended for their dedication and committment to the communty • Plan is a great overview of our town; tells a story of progress • Planning and Zoning Commission held a Public Hearing on September 28, 2017 and recommended adoption of the Plan by a vote of 5-0. Public Comment Tom Zander, community group participant, shared thoughts on the Plan on behalf of Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Dawn Fletcher Collins, Co -Chair Chad Busse and the Steering Committee. Mr. Zander offered their support of the Comprehensive Plan as presented and thanked Mr. Cooney, Ms. Hainer and Ms. Arguilles for producing such an impressive document. Mayor Juracek announced this Ordinance will be held for a second reading at the first meeting in November to allow time for residents to absorb the information presented. Residents are encouraged to bring their questions or concerns to the meeting in November. https://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 3/4 12/8/2017 8. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT BoardDocs® Pro 8.1 Introduction of Building & Inspection Services Department Staff The new Building & Inspection Services Division is the result of the reorganization of the Community Development Department. William Schroeder, Director of Building & Inspection Services, introduced new team members: Mark Rysavy, Deputy Director of Building and Inspection Services; Rick LaVeau, Field Inspection Leader; and Troy Perrin, Combination Building Inspector. On behalf of the Board, Mayor Juracek thanked Mr. Schroeder for assembling such a strong team to take the Village to its next level. Mr. Schroeder stated one the the goals of the Community Development team was improving the level of customer service and working closely with our residents to meet and exceed their needs. Mr. Schroeder was commended by the Board for his commitment to maintaining a high level of customer service and commitment to the community. 9. ANY OTHER BUSINESS Village Manager Michael Cassady announced upcoming community events: October 21 & 22 — Library Used Book Sale at the Mount Prospect Public Library Sat. 9-4:30pm and Sunday noon-4:00pm October 22 & 29 — Farmers Market; October 29th is the last Sunday. October 25 — Construction Budgeting, Design, Drawing and Permits; hosted by the Community Development team— 6- 8pm Village Hall Boardroom 10. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss Mayor Pro -Tem Hoefert, who stepped in while Mayor Juracek briefly excused herself, asked for a motion to adjourn. Trustee Zadel, second by Trustee Rogers moved to adjourn the meeting. By unanimous vote, the October 17, 2017 Village Board meeting adjourned at 8:09 p.m. https://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 4/4