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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/18/1985 VB minutes 137 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF THE TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT OCTOBER 15, 1985 CALL TO ORDER CALL TO ORDE~ Mayor Krause called the meeting to order at 8:03 P.M. INV0CATION INVOCATION The invocation was given by Trustee Gerald Farley. ROLL CALL ROLL CALL Present upon roll call: Mayor Carolyn Krause Trustee Ralph Arthur Trustee Gerald Farley Trustee Norma Murauskis Trustee Theodore Wattenberg Absent: Trustee Leo Floros Trustee George Van Geem APPROVAL OF MINUTES ABPROVE Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Murauskis, MINUTES moved approve the minutes of the regular meeting'of the Mayor and Board of Trustees held October 1, 1985. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. APPROVAL OF BILLS AND FINANCIAL REPORT APPROVE BILLS Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Murauskis, moved to approve the following list of bills: General Fund $378,934 Revenue Sharing Fund . 7,704 Motor Fuel Tax Fund 83,324 Community Development Block Grant Fund 29,467 Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund 34,771 Waterworks & Sewerage Fund 138 262 Parking System Revenue Fund 9 998 Risk Management Fund 1t 708 Capital Improvement, Repl. or Repair Fund 5 416 Corporate Purposes Construction Fund 1973 86 197 Communications Equipment 1984 5 010 Escrow Fund 1 100 $ ? 9-1- - -gT Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley~ Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Murauskis, ACCEPT moved to accept the financial report dated September FINANCIAL 30, 1985, subject to audit. REPORT Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS CITIZENS TO BE HEARD None. ~ Page 1 138 MAYOR'S REPORT OATH OF OFFICEMayor Krause introduced Henry Friedrichs, Chairman of the Fire and Police Commission, and Police Officer SGT. KOLAN~SKIjoseph Kolanowski. FolloWing almost a year of testing, it was recently announced that Joseph Kolanowski had placed first in the promotional for Sergeant. Mr. Friedrichs administered the Oath of Office to Sgt. Kolanowski. EMPLOYEE Mayor Krause stated that at this time year, the Village tLECOGNITION Board takes the opportunity to acknowledge~employees who are celebrating their 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, etc. FIRE DEPT. anniversaries with the Village. At this meeting, the Village Board recognizing members of the Fire De- partment, as follows: Capt. Dennis Thill 20 years Paul Watkins, Admin.Aide. 15 years Firefighter John Bagby 10 years PROCLAMATION: Mayor Krause proclaimed Thursday, October 31, 1985 as HALLOWEEN the day the youngsters of the Village should celebrated Halloween, urging both children and adults to take care all safety measures possible to make it a safe holiday. In recognition of Business and Professional Womehs Week BUSINESS & of the Northwest Area, Mayor Krause proclaimed the week PROFESSIONAL of WOMENS WEEK October 20 27 as their week in the Village. Lonnie Jackson, Public Education Officer for the Mount FIRE Prospect Fire Department, and Mayor Krause presented PREVENTION awards to children from nursery school age through 8th A~ARDS grade. These children designed and colored posters dealing with the subject of fire prevention. The 7th and 8th graders wrote essays on the same subject. There were 3 winners from each category. OLD BUSINESS ZBA 44-V-85 ZBA 44-V-85, 207 Catino Court 207 CATINO CT. An 0rdinance granting a variation for property commonly known as 207 Catino Court was presented for first reading. This ordinance wi]] be presented November 5th for 2nd reading. ZBA 45-V-85 ZBA 45-V-85, 903 South We Go Trail 903 WE GO An Ordinance granting variations for the subject property, permitting a bay window in encroach into the side yard by 6 inches was presented for second reading. Trustee Farley, seconded by Trustee Wattenberg, moved for passage of Ordinance No. 3569 ORD.NO.3569 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING VARIATIONS FOR PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 903 SOUTH WE GO TRAIL Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. zba 46-V-85 ZBA 46-V-85, 411 Craig Court 411 CRAIG CT. An Ordinance was presented for 2nd reading that would grant a variation to permit a 3-car garage, provided the driveway be tapered to 18 feet in width at the curb. Page 2 October 15, 1985 139 Trustee Arthur, seconded by Trustee Farley, moved for passage of Ordinance No. 3570 ORD.NO. 35?0 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING VARIATIONS FOR PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 411 CRAIG COURT Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. ~ ZBA 47-V-85, 605 St. Cecilia Drive ZBA 47-V-85 An Ordinance was presented for 2nd reading that would 605 ST.CECILI grant a variation to permit a covered patio in the DRIVE required rear yard. Trustee Murauskis, seconded by Trustee Farley, moved ORD.NO.3571 for passage of Ordinance No. 3571 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIATION FOR PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 605 ST. CECILIA DRIVE Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARING PUBLZC HEARIN Mayor Krause called the public hearing to order, I.R.B. - pursuant to proper legal notice being published in the HAROLD BUSSE Mount Prospect Herald on September 24, 1985, at 9:10 P~M. T'he purpose'o¥ {his public hearing is to consider the issuance of Industrial Revenue Bonds for Harold Busse's project in a amount of $2,000,000. William Shumway, attorney for the petitioner, stated that the development woulld be constructed on partially vacant land located between Northwest Highway and Evergreen, and between E~m and School Streets. The proposal would include the relocation of the flower shop, construction of an office building approximately 10,000 sq. ft. in size and duplex type homes. It was noted that the proposed project would create em- ployment, and would add to both the sales tax base of the Village as well as the real estate tax base. It was also noted that without Industrial Revenue Bonds, the petitioner would not be able to consider such a project. There was no one in the audience wishing to participate in the discussion on this subject project. It was noted that in order to proceed with the project, variations have been requested. The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear those requests on October 24th. Mr. Shumway also noted that if the variations are granted, it is anticipated that construction will begin in the r=' spring of 1986 with a completion date in the fall of 1986. Village Manager Burghard stated that the bond counsel for the petitioner must now prepare and submit to the Village's general counsel the ordinance authorizing the issuance of the Industrial Revenue Bonds. Mayor Krause declared the public hearing closed at 9:15 P.M. Page 3 October 15, 198 140 RES.NO. 52-85 Trustee Arthur, seconded by Trustee Murauskis, moved for passage of Resolution No. 52-85 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROJECT ON BEHALF OF HAROLD F. BUSSE AND THE FINANCING THEREOF Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING I.R.B. Mayor Krause called a public hearing to order at 9:15 NORTHWEST P.M. This public hearing, held pursuant to proper legal notice published in the Mount Prospect Herald on PARTNERS 9/24/85, is to consider the iss~ande'b¥""Industrial Revenue Bonds in the amount of $5,500,000 for the Northwest Partners project. John Helander, attorney for Northwest Partners, Inc., stated that the project would include the construction of an office complex of approximately 90,000 sq. ft. The location of this development would be on a currently vacant site on Elmhurst Road just south of Algonquin Road, consisting of just over 7-1/2 acres. It is anticipated that 200 jobs will be created by this development. It was also noted that the development of this vacant site will increase the real estate tax base for the Village as well as increasing the sales tax revenues for the Village. Mr. Helander stated that his client would be unable to undertake this project without Industrial Revenue Bonds. If Northwest Partners receives approval for this project, it is anticipated that construction of Phase 1 would begin some time in the spring of 1986, ending in the fall, and the second phase would begin some time after that. There was no audience participation on this proposal development. Village Manager Burghard explained to Mr. Helander that the next step involved with this issuance of bonds is an ordinance authorizes issuance of such bonds, which ordinance is to be prepared by the petitioner's bond counsel, noting time is of the essence. Mayor Krause closed the public hearing at 9:23 P.M. Trustee Arthur, seconded by Trustee Wattenberg, moved RES.NO.53-85 for passage of Resolution No. 53-85 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROJECT ON BEHALF OF THE NORTHWEST PARTNERS AND THE FINANCING THEREOF Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. NE%~ BUSINESS ZBA 29-V-85, 3026 South Busse Road ZBA 29-V-85 It was noted that this case had been withdrawn at the '~026 S.BUSSE RD request of the petitioner. October 15, 1985 Page 4 ZBA 49-V-85, 928 Greenfield Court ZRA 49-v-85 This case deals with a request to permit a shed 13' 8" 928 GREE~IEI~DC high, rather than the permitted 10 feet. This shed was put up with benefit of permit, however, the extra- ordinary height was not addressed. The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended approving this request by a vote of 6-0. Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trus'tee Farley, moved to concur with the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals to grant this request, subject to the petitioner working out a landscape plan to the Planning & Zoning Department. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. An Ordinance will be prepared for 1st.reading the next regular meeting of the Village Board, November 5, 1985. ZBA 51-V,85, 223 South Emerson Street ZBA 51-V-85 Ihis case deals with a request for variations to permit 223 S.EMERSO~ a house on a lot 49.8' wide, and to permit a height of 31' at the peak of the roof, rather than the permitted 24'. The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended approving these requests by a vote of 6-0. It was explained by the petitioner than the proposed single family house will be of a Victorian design, which design has a high peak. It is the peak that would actually exceed the permitted height. Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Farley, moved to concur with the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and grant the requested variations in ZBA 51-V-85. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. An Ordinance will be presented November 5th for 1st reading. ZBA 54-V-85, 201 W. Rand Road (Mr. How's Property) ZBA 54-U-85 It was noted that this case was continued at the Zoning 201 w. RAND Board of Appeals level to November 21st. The Tosch Plat of Resubdivision was presented for approval. This plat creates a lot of record for property located on the west side of Edgewood Lane, just north of Golf Road. A single family home will be built on the subject property. It was also noted that this particular area was annexed to the Village a few years ago and to date has not been improved with street lights, sidewalks or curb and gutters. The petitioner, Mr. Tosch, has requested these requirements of new construction be waived at this time. The Plan Commission recommended approval of this plat. It was the opinion of the Village Board that the plat be approved, provided lqr. Tosch executes a Covenant stating that when the subject improvements are made to this entire area the petitioner will make payment to Page 5 October 15, 1985 142 the Village his fair share of the costs of the im- provements. The petitioner stated that he would execute such a Covenant.is fare share of the Trustee Arthur, seconded by Trustee Wattenber§, moved to authorize the Mayor to sign and Clerk to attest her signature on the Tosch Plat of Resubdivision, subject to the owner executing a Covenant relative to future costs of improvements to the area. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. C~ T~ VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT EQUIPMENT The Village Manager presented the proposal for Cable T.V. equipment, as discussed at the last Committee of the Whole meeting. It is estimated that the equipment can be purchased for approximately $90,000, which amount does not include remodeling costs, etc. Several senior citizens attended the meeting and expressed their concern over the plan to install cable T.V. equipment in one of the meeting rooms at the senior center. Marion Pairitz, in-coming President of the Senior Advisory Council, and Edna Boller,-out-going President of the Council, stated that this equipment would take away from space made available to the seniors for their activities. Mayor Krause explained that it would be a benefit to senior citizens as well as all residents of the Village to be able to view the Village Board meetings and Committee meetings on Cable T.V. These meetings will be held on Tuesday evenings in the large meeting room and would not interfere with any other activities at the center. Mr. Burghard stated that the equipment to be installed will be mounted on the ceiling beams and would be operated by remote control. The main control center will be located in the present office of the Cable Co-Ordinator. Mr. Tom Grafton, also representing the senior citizens, asked if the seniors could be informed as to the plans for that building. It was explained that as soon as a plan is drawn for the location of the podium, where the Village Board will be located, Mr. Burghard will bring it to meetings of the seniors and personally explain the plan. The podium would be available for use by those meeting in the room. Mayor Krause also stated that she plans to attend various meetings of the senior citizens to explain the intention of televising the meetings and the fact that this will have no impact on the senior citizens and the various functions held in that room. Trustee Arthur, seconded by Trustee' Wattenberg, moved to authorize the administration to advertise for bids for the specific equipment necessary to televise meetings on Cable T.V. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, M~rauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. October 15, 1985 Page 6 143 Terrance L. Burghard, presented a requ'est for SEWER REHAB, additional funds to complete the sewer rehabilitation INCREASE project. The additional amount for the Village's share CONTP~ACT AMOU] totals $4,200.00. The additional funds are a result of extra quantities for spot repairs and additional sewer lining materials. Trustee Arthur, seconded by Trustee Wattenberg, moved to increase the contract amounts for the sewer re- habilitation program for Abbot Contractor's contract from $198,202.00 to $206,943.00 and J. Marich's contract from $634,610.00 to $643,065.00. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. Mr. Burghard then presented a request for amendments to SEWER REHAB. the Engineering contracts relative to sewer ENGINEERING rehabilitation in an amount not to exceed $25,000. The CONTR3kCT additional funds will be used for flow monitoring of our sewer system and additional costs incurred by our engineering consultant, Donohue. Trustee Farley, seconded by Trustee Arthur, moved to authorize the additional funds as needed for the amendments to the engineering contract for sewer rehabilitation, not to exceed $25,000. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. The Village Manager presented a request to transfer TREE TRIiVL~4ING: $6,199.00 from the tree ~emoval fund, inasmuch as the AIVZENDMENT TO total amount budgeted W'f]%l not be used this year, to CONTPJ~CT the tree trimming fund, since there is additional work needed in that area. If this request is granted, then the tree trimming program scheduled for this year would be completed. Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Arthur, moved to concur with the request of the administration, and authorize the funds specified to be utilized in the tree trimming program rather than tree removal. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. FLEET At the request of the Public Works and Fire Department, ADDITIONS the Village Manager presented a request to add two vehicles to the fleet. Each department has requested a vehicle in order to free up the equipment presently being used by administrative personnel to conduct daily functions. It is proposed that the two best police squads, scheduled to be auctioned off this year, be retained and placed into each of the requesting the additions to their fleet. Mr. Burghard stated that when these vehicles need replacing, which for the type of use proposed would be within the next 3 years, then such replacements would be made from the next group of police squads scheduled for replacement. Page 7 Octc)ber ]5,~98." ~ 144 Trustee Farley, seconded by Trustee Arthur, moved to concur with the recommendation of the administration and authorize the transfer of two police squads, scheduled for replacement, to be placed in the Public Works and Fire Departments. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Murauskis, · :~ Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT ADJOURN Trustee Farley, seconded by Trustee Murauskis, moved to adjourn the meeting. Upon roll call: Ayes: Unanimous Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 P.M. Carol A. Fields Village Clerk October 15, 1985 Page 8