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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/14/2009 CWC minutes MINUTES VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT COFFEE WITH COUNCIL SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2009 9:00 AM Community Room, Village Hall Meeting convened at 9:00 AM. Those present: Mayor Wilks, Trustee Paul Hoefert, Trustee John Matuszak, Assistant Village Manager David Strahl and Fire Chief Mike Figolah. Residents in Attendance: Carol Tortorello Mal Holec Rodger Kruse Steve Van Arsdale Jim Chylik Thomas Tezky Bob Boros Greg Paradowicz Don Ruetsche Henry Torchalski Davis Schein Jean Skrzynski Richard Huff Joanne Dhein Millie Trapani Daniel Milewski Lisa Pacini South Elmhurst Avenue Quince Lane South Louis Street Can Dota Avenue Locust Lane North School Street Azalea Lane South Cherrywood Drive South Cherrywood Drive South Cherrywood Drive South Na Wa Ta Avenue North Elmhurst Avenue Oakwood Drive South Willie Street South Pine Street Barberry Lane South Elmhurst Avenue Mal Holec raised concern about his recent real estate bill because he calculated a 12% increase over the previous year. After a lengthy discussion Mr. Holec realized that the Village portion of the increase was an estimated 3% increase. Mr. Holec brought up the Levee 37 project along River Road. He specifically wanted to know if sandbagging was still a possibility even though the levee wall was completed. Mayor Wilks explained that the levee is not a panacea for all flooding. Another component of the project is compensatory storage, which is not complete yet. Bob Boros stopped by as a curious resident to see what went on at Coffee with Council meetings. He asked when Randhurst Village is scheduled for completion. Mr. Strahl stated that April 2011 is the current completion date. Carol Tortorello questioned whether the holiday tree lights could be kept in place all year long. She stated this could save money by not having to replace them annually and the lights could be turned on for special occasions other than the holidays. 1 Mayor Wilks explained that these lights are not of a high enough quality to work year after year, but it may be worth looking at a higher quality light that would be cost effective over multiple years. Greg Paradowicz complained that his next door neighbor at 1104 South Cherrywood Drive is discharging their sump pump into an area that causes water accumulation on his property. He further stated that the neighbors' property always has standing water. Mr. Strahl said that staff would follow-up. Mr. Paradowicz also complained that the streets at the corner of Cherrywood and Palm continually flood. He stated that the water on several occasions over the last two years has been knee high. The water floods their garages, basements and property; even making the streets impassible. Neighbors Henry Torchalski and Don Ruetsche echoed Mr. Paradowicz's concern. Mayor Wilks recommended scheduling a neighborhood meeting to discuss the situation. Don Ruetsche stated that there are many vehicles in his neighborhood that do not have current vehicle stickers. Mr. Strahl told Mr. Ruetsche that, while police can canvass the neighborhood, he would like to be provided with specific addresses. Mr. Ruetsche will contact Mr. Strahl with the addresses. Mr. Ruetsche went on to complain about the large number of feral cats in his neighborhood. He said they are a nuisance and would like to see something done about them. Henry Torchalski also complained about the feral cats. He asked that the Village step in and go after the residents residing at 1111 Cherrywood as they are feeding the wild cats. Mr. Strahl stated that there are over 40 registered feral cat colonies in Mount Prospect. He further stated that it is illegal to feed wild cats unless they are a registered colony. Mr. Strahl said will check on the address provided. Mr. Torchalski expressed concern that there is a house in his neighborhood that has too many cars in their household. In fact the cars don't all fit on the driveway; they are parked on the lawn. Mr. Strahl asked Mr. Tochalski to provide him with the address so the police can investigate. Jim Chylik asked the group if all cars on Busse Road, south of Golf Road had to stop for a loading school bus. He was concerned that the cars heading in the opposite direction of the school bus had to stop. Mr. Strahl stated that cars in the opposite direction do not have to stop on a 4-lane highway. Mr. Chylik thanked Mr. Strahl for his answer. Mr. Chylik also thanked the Village for the road repairs recently completed on Lavergne Drive. Jean Skrzynski wanted to let the Village know that the street light at Ridge & Henry Streets has been out for a while. Mayor Wilks stated that this is likely a ComEd light. Mr. Strahl will follow- up with the proper authority regarding the street light. Richard Huff stated that this is his second time at Coffee with Council. Last time he attended CWC he requested assistance with storm water being discharged from his neighbor's home (1102 South Oakwood). He was visited by the Village Engineer. The engineer told Mr. Huff to 2 take away his sandbags that were directing water away from his yard. Mr. Huff brought pictures showing that his neighbor is still discharging storm water onto his property and he wants this remedied. Mr. Huff also expressed concern over the feral cat problem in his neighborhood. Thomas Tezky just stopped by to see what was going on. Rodger Kruse expressed thanks to the Police Department for citing drivers without a valid license. Joanne Dhein wanted the Board to know that she is fearful that the wild cats are a threat to the children in the neighborhood. She is concerned that they carry disease and may bite an unsuspecting child. Millie Trapani stopped by to echo the concerns of many about the feral cats. Lisa Pacini also wanted to let the Board know she is bothered by the large number of cats in her neighborhood. Specifically, she is concerned that the colony host is not taking proper care of the cats. David Shein talked in general terms regarding the storm sewer issues experienced in the area of Palm & Cherrywood. Mr. Shein also answered some questions in regards to flood insurance. Steve Van Arsdale indicated that he attended the last Committee of the Whole meeting where the Village budget was discussed. He complimented everyone on the information that was disseminated at this presentation and recommended that more people listen to the issues the Village deals with. General Feral Cats Discussion Items Not Covered Above - many of the meeting attendees were present to express concerns over the cat population and how it affects them. In addition to the items identified above under specific attendees, there were additional items the group discussed that were not specific to anyone individual. For recording purposes the following is a list of issues that were also discussed: · Motion sensors used to keep cats off property · Trapping of wild animals · Feral cats urinating and defecating on neighbors' outdoor furniture · Poop clean-up Additionally, the Mayor and present Board members stated that they will bring the issue of feral cats to a Committee of the Whole meeting in the near future. The meeting was adjourned at 10:50 AM. Respectfully Submitted, Michael 1. Figolah Fire Chief 3