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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOW Agenda Packet 08/13/2002COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Meeting Location: Mt. Prospect Park District CommunityCenter 1000 West Central Road Meeting Date and Time: Tuesday, August 13, 2002 7:00 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL Mayor Gerald L. Farley Trustee Timothy Corcoran Trustee Paul Hoefert Trustee Richard Lohrstorfer Trustee Michaele Skowron Trustee Irvana Wilks Trustee Michael Zadel II. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF JULY 9, 2002 III. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD IV. CONSIDER BAN ON MOTOR-DRIVEN SCOOTERS During the past several years, the popularity of motor-driven scooters (a.k.a. go-peds or motorized skate boards) has skyrocketed. Along with the proliferation of these (vehicles), has come complaints from all parts of the community regarding the inherent danger in these vehicles and the sometimes-reckless manner in which they are operated. The Village had, in the past, received a small number of requests seeking the strict regulation or outright ban of these vehicles in the Village. Other neighboring communities such as Des Plaines and Hoffman Estates, have taken an aggressive stance in banning the use of these vehicles on public property and have begun aggressive enforcement. With the tragic death this past July of a Des Plaines youth who was struck by an automobile while on such a motorized scooter the need to consider the strict regulation or outright banning of same has arisen anew. Given the most prevalent users of these devices are pre-teen/young teenagers (pre-driver's license), there is a wide spectrum of driving skills at play and no formal/uniform mechanism for training said users. The Police Chief has recommended an outright ban ofthese devices. Village Attorney Everette Hill, in consultation with Chief Eddington, has drafted an Ordinance banning the use of these devices, which is modeled after the Hoffman Estates prohibition. Besides banning the use of these devices on public ways, the Ordinance also provides for fines and the ability of the Police to impound said vehicles under certain circumstances. NOTE: ANY INDIVIDUAL WHO WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND THIS MEETING BUT BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY NEEDS SOME ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE, SHOULD CONTACT THE VILLAGE MANAGER'S OFFICE A T 100 SOUTH EMERSON, MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056, 847/392-6000, EXTENSION 5327, TDD ~47/392-6064. VI. A staff report and draft Ordinance are provided for your review. Appropriate staff will be on In attendance to answer questions and facilitate discussion. REVIEW OF ACCESSORY SHED REGULATIONS This topic has been previously discussed at the April 9 and May 14, 2002 Committee of the Whole meetings. Earlier this year, two Variation requests for the size and placement of sheds came to the Viilage Board for consideration. In each case, the sheds' respective sizes greafiy exceeded the current 120 square feet maximum allowed by the Code. Both cases also requested Variations to allow placement of the sheds in existing utility easements or setback areas. These cases and the issues they raised prompted considerable discussion among Village Board members. As a resultof that discussion, the two shed variation cases were tabled, and staff was directed to research whether the current shed regulations were outdated as to both allowable maximum size of a shed and its placement on one's property. As a result, staff surveyed surrounding communities regarding their regulatory schemes and found that two methods of regulation prevailed. Some communities simply state the maximum allowable size of a shed, regardless of lot size, with the only other limiting factor being overall lot coverage. Other communities followed a formula wherein the maximum size of a shed was determined by multiplying lot size by some factor to determine maximum shed size, again with overall lot coverage being a limiting factor. Staff indicated it could be comfortable ad ministering either type of regulatory scheme. The May 14 discussion resulted in direction to staff to develop regulations within a "formula"framework plus an overall "not- to-exceed" maximum shed size. Staff went back and reworked all previously discussed options and tested same against ten randomly selected lots throughout the Village. The attached staff report reviews each of those options and their impact on these sample lots. Staff's recommendation calls for shed size not to exceed 2% of the lot area along with not-to-exceed maximums. An additional limiting factor would be current lot coverage limitations. Additionally, staff is recommending new definitions, which clarify and distinguish sheds from other accessory structures. Appropriate staff will be in attendance to answer questions and facilitate discussion. 2002 MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW/2003 PRE-BUDGET WORKSHOP For the past several years, the Village Board has engaged in a mid-year review of the current year Budget as a means of monitoring the revenue expenditure levels contained therein. Concomitantly, the Village Board also engages in a Pre-Budget Workshop, specifically designed to look forward toward the upcoming Budget year with the idea of setting fiscal parameters and giving staff direction for preparation of next year's Budget. With the close of June financial activity, staff is in the position to present mid-year financial data as well as review the 2003 Forecast Budget. Not surprisingly, this past year's economic downturn has had adverse impacts on Village revenue streams. Unless the economic climate changes dramatically in the last half of 2002, we can expect to end the year with a draw down in General Fund fund balance of some $714,000. Given current revenue trends, the 2003 Forecast Budget as it now stands, shows a General Fund deficit of approximately $1.2 million. For both 2002 and forecast 2003, the growth in the projected deficits is a direct result of declining revenues. For both 2002 and forecast 2003, the deficits will need to be addressed by substantial expenditure reductions, the draw down of fund balance or the identification of new or additional revenue sources. Preparation of the 2003 Budget will be especially difficult in the coming months. Finance Director Douglas EIIsworth has provided a comprehensive memorandum detailing the Village's financial condition for both the balance of 2002 and forecast 2003. Staff will share its current Budget preparation strategy and look to the Village Board for direction regarding expenditure reductions and/or revenue additions. Appropriate staff will be on hand to answer questions and facilitate discussion. VII. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT VIII. ANY OTHER BUSINESS IX. ADJOURNMENT CLOSED SESSION LAND ACQUISITION 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (5). "'l~e purchase or lease of real propertyfor the use of the public body." II. III. IV, MINUTES COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE JULY 9, 2002 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to Order at 7:10 p.m. by Village Manager Michael Janonis. Present at the meeting were: Trustees Timothy Corcoren, Michaele Skowron, Irvana Wilks and Michael Zadel. Absent'from the meeting were: Mayor Gerald Fadey, Trustees Paul Hoefert and Richard Lohrstorfer. Staff members present included Village Manager Michael Janonis, Assistant Village Manager David Strahl, Finance Director Douglas EIIsworth, Fire Chief Michael Figolah, Deputy Fire Chief John Malcolm, Police Chief Richard Eddington, Public Works Director Glen Andler, Deputy Public Works Director Sean Dorsey and Community Development Director William Cooney, Motion made by Trustee Zadel and Seconded by Trustee Skowron to appoint Trustee Comoran as Mayor Pro Tern for the meeting. Appointment was approved. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Minutes from June 11, 2002. Motion made by Trustee Zadel and seconded by Trustee Wilks. Minutes were approved. CI,T,I.ZENS TO BE HEARD None. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN REVIEW Village Manager Michael Janonis provided a summary of the purpose of the ClP process and stated this is the first step in the annual Budget process. He also stated that the approval of any CIP item does not guarantee funding in the next fiscal year or any fiscal year. He stated the document is primarily used for illustrating what is on the horizon in terms of large projects. He stated that staff has deferred several projects due to weak economic conditions and the fact that the Budget does not currently include a transfer of funds to the Capital Fund from the General Fund as has been done in the past. Finance Director Doug EIIsworth provided a summary of the document components with the various schedules and summary pages including projected funds to be tapped [f such a project were to go forward as depicted in the document. He also highlighted the fact that there is a need for a steady source of revenue for future projects. He also highlighted the fact that the TIF Fund has recently received an advance from the General Fund to cover the cost of several development projects and the General Fund will need to be repaid from TIF investment increment by the end of the TIF period. He also stated that there are significant sewer projects on the horizon, which will need to be addressed at a date in the future. Assistant Village Manager David Strahl provided a general overview of the CIP items requested by Administration. Among the items under consideration are two projects relating to TV upgrades and wiring connections for the Village Board Room in the new Village Hall. General comments from Village Board members included the following items: There was a recommendation that the staff: incorporate as much future technology opportunities in the new building as these systems come on line in the future. Community Development Director William Cooney provided a summary of the Community Development projects in the ClP. He highlighted the Streetscape timing program and the Village Hall corridor and improvement schedules based on downtown construction projects. Fire Chief Michael Figolah provided a summary of the Fire Department's ClP items. He provided details of the Station 12 improvements and the fact that several Grants are assisting in the project. He also stated that the expansion of the Public Works facility is related to the replacement of Station 14 in the future, thereby, the shift of vehicle maintenance personnel from Fire that manage the f~re apparatus to Public Works would be complete. Police Chief Richard Eddlngton provided a summary of the Police Department projects. He stated the additional squads that are requested are dependent on the traffic unit approval. However, he would request additional consideration to separate out the pumhase from the establishment of the traffic unit so the additional squads could be available for Police personnel related to traffic enforcement activities. He also highlighted the need for the pistol range improvements and their radio upgrade to allow for below grade radio reception. General comments from Village Board members included the following items: There was a comment made regarding the amount of equipment that is in a squad car and the operating conditions for the Officers in the vehicles. 2 Public Works Director Glen Andler provided an overview of the projects related to Public Works. He mentioned the fact that 2007 is the start of the Street Maintenance Program, which is at the conclusion of the accelerated Street Replacement and Resurfacing Project, He also highlighted the fact that there is a new Flood Control Project that has been added for 2004/2005 in the Prospect Meadows area. He said there is a water main relocation for the streets in the Prospect Meadows area from the rear yards in conjunction with the project. He stated that the water system in the area was a pdvate water system, which was taken over by the Village when the area was annexed. General comments from Village Board members included the following items: There was a question highlighting the Busse Road improvement options targeted for 2004 and the likely location for sidewalk installation with any improvements that may be considered. Village Manager Janonis stated that several funds were. anticipated to be discussed fully due to the projected General Fund deficit. John Korn, Chairman of the Finance Commission, spoke. He highlighted the fact that the staff has already deferred numerous projects due to budgetary constraints and they are supportive of the changes recommended by !he Administration. He also stated that the focus of the Village Hall construction should be on the Administration initially and not on special meeting needs or group needs. He did confirm that there does appear to be a difficult 2003 Budget season ahead and is looking forward to working with the Administration and the Village Board for possible solutions. VilXage Manager Janonis stated that he will be bringing the CIP to the next Village Board meeting for approval and reminded everyone that the ClP approval does not guarantee funding in any Budget year. VILLAGE MANAGER'S' REPORT Village Manager Janonis stated 'that Coffee with Council is scheduled for July 13 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. in the Village Hall. VI. ANY OTHER BUSINESS Trustee IA/ilks wanted to thank everyone for their participation for the 4~ of July events. Village Manager Janonis also wanted to highlight the efforts of Jill Friedrichs for th her coordination of the 4 of July Parade. 3 II. ADJOURNMENT There was no further business and the Committee Of the Whole meeting immediately adjourned at 8:17 p.m. Respectfully submitted, DAVID STRAHL Assistant Village Manager DS/rcc 4 CHF 02-317 Village of Mount Prospect Mount Prospect, Illinois INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: MICHAEL JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER RICHARD EDDINGTON, CHIEF OF POLICE JULY 31,2002 MOTORIZED SCOOTERS Please find attached two local ordinances that prohibit the use of motor driven cycles or personal use vehicles. Hoffman Estates and Roselle have passed these ordinances. I would recommend the Hoffman Estates version in that it allows for the impounding of the motorized scooter for a 24-hour period. There is an impounding charge of $100 with a reimbursement option if the party is found not guilty. This is a significant deterrent. As a matter of policy, we can reserve enforcement under the Illinois vehicle code for chronic or repeat offenders. This will have an impact on the offending driver when he or she applies for a driver's license. This comment is based on the assumption that most of the users of these motorized scooters are below the age of sixteen and do not currently have a valid Illinois drivers license. In conclusion, I believe a modified version of the Hoffman Estates ordinance would be our most prudent course of action. It allows for maximum discretion on the part of the officer. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. RE:dr ,~,ttachments C: Deputy Chief Ron Richardson Deputy Chief Kevin Condon Commander John Dahlberg Buzz Hill, Village Attorney Motorized Scooters CHF 02-317 HOFFMAN ESTATES PD ~UL.*~9, 200~ 12:57PM: ORDINANCE NO, 3,~ - 2002 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 6-2-1-HE-11-1314 OF THE J-IOFFMAN.ESTATES MUNICIPAL CODE NOW, THEREFOKE~ BE IT OKDAINED by thz President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Hoffman Estates, Cook and Kane Counties, ll[~nois, as follows: $pction I: That S~ction 6-2-1-HE-I 1-1314, ~MOTO~R DRIVEN CYCLES_, of the Hoffman Estates Municipal Code be amended to read as follows: HE-11-1314. MOTO~ DP-WEN ~¥CLES A. }:or the purpose of this Section, Motor Driven or Elec~c Cycles are defined as any mbtorcycle, motor scooter, motorized pedal cycle, motor driven skateboard with leas than 150 cubic centimeter displacement, or elec~¢ scooter, electric pedal driven cycle or electrie skateboard. B. No person ~hall opiate Motor Driven or Electric Cyales upon any public or private street, public sidewalk, pa~rking Jot, hike path or public park. C. A peace officer who cites a person for a violation of this Section may . impound any Motor Drivcn or Electric Cycle used /ay the persor~ in the commission of th~: offense. The persna ~[ owner may recover the Motor Driven or Electric Cycle fr6m the impound after a minimum of 24 hom~ at%er cihation upon payment cfa fee.of $100. This SlO0 fee includes the costs incurred by the Village to remove the Motor Driven or Electric Cycle to the impound. Upon the presentation of a:signed cour~ order by the person whose Motor Driven or Elec~c Cycle was impounded showing that the person has been acquitted of the offense or that the charges have been dismissed against the p~son for that offense, the Village shall refund the $100 fcc to the person or owner who paid such fee. D. E×emptio~s - 1. Any police vehicle, fire vehicle, Village vehicle or Park Disffict vehicle driven by an employee in the course of his/her duties shall be permittedl to use any public or private street, parking lot, sidewalk, hike path or public park when it is necessary in the performance of his/her duties. 2. Motorized wheelchairs and hny other Motor Driven or Elec~/c Cycle that is specifically subject to Article 11 of the Illinois Vehicle Code. I S_ecti.pn 2: That any person, firm or corporation g'ailty of violating any of the previa{ohs of this Ordinance shall be fined not less than Ten Dollar~ (5;1000) nm more: than Five Hun&ed Dollars ($500.00) for each offense. u,~,-29. 200}-12:57PM ?OFFMAN ESTATES PD NO. 1691 p. ] -2- Lcotign 3,: That the Village Clerk is hereby authorized to publish this ordi~nae in p~mphle~ fo~. ~c~tion 4: That this ordinance shall be in ~11 force ~d effect immediately ~om and after its passage ~d approval, PASSED THIS l~ day of.av~Y APPROVED THIS ._~t day of VOTE Trustee Kenlcy-Rupnow Trustee Frank Trustee Mills Trostee Boester Trustee Brigano Trustee Rusakle~icz _, 2002 au~'t ,2002 AYE NAY _.Z..x APPROVED: V llage President ATTEST: Published in pamphlet fo~m this ',srh flay of __,2002 07/a~/2~02 i5:27 1530~J809787 RDSELLE POLIC~ I~¢,GE 03 · ORD]NANCE NO. 2002-2912 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 10, "ROSELLE COMPREHENSIVE TRAFFIC CODE", · ... . "¢)_F THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BE IT ORDAINED by the Presiden{ and Boaod of Trustees of the Village of RoSalie, DuPage and Cook Counties, Illinois, that Chapter 10, "Rosalie COmprehensive Traffic Code' as amended, of the Code of Ordinances is hereby further amended as follows: : -SECTLL~N 1: 'I[HAT the Section 16 retated to the Operation, Use and COntrol of Personal Use Vehicles, as defined in Chapter 10, Section 1-217.1, is heieby added to Chapter 10 of the ~Rosetle Comprehensive Traffic Code" and sh~l~ read as follows: Chapter 10, Section 16-101 - Operation of Personal Use Vehicle~: All peisons operating or in control of a Personal Use Vehicle shall comply with pr~4sions of this Code. Chapter 10, Section 16-101a ~ No person shall use, operate, ride or cohtrol any Motorized Skateboard or Motorized Scooter on a public strew, pa!king lot, sidewalk, bike path, pedestrian walkway or pedestrian overpass. The · use, operation or riding of a Motorized Skateboard or Motorized Scooter may be p~m tted on private property with the permission of the property owner, or on public streets while participating in a parade authorized by the Corporate AChorities of the Village. Chapter i0, Section 16-101b - No person shall use, operate, ride or cohtrol any Personal USe Vehicle on private property without the property owner's consent or at any location prohibited by signs restricting such use. Chapter 10, Section 16-101c- No person shall operate, ride or control a,ny Personal Use Vehicle recklessly. For purposes of this section the term reckless y is defined as riding in the path of other motor vehicles, pedestrians, bloyclist, or while clinging to vehicles, or in such a manner as to interfere with m~tor vehicle traffic, or any other act which would be reckless under the Illinois M~tor Vehicle Code. ..~F~CTION ;2; THAT If any part, portion or section of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of any portion oOthe 'Code of Ordinances of the Village of Rosalie". SECTION :}; THAT all parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby r~ ~eal~l to the extent of such conflict. 7/03/2002 15:~7 .163~gBOSTS7 ROSELLE POLICE PAGE ~CTION 4: THaT this amending ordinance shall be In full force and effe~, from and after its passage, approval and publi~;ation in pamphlet form as is hereby authorized to be done by the President and Board of Trustees, AYES: ' ' Rhode, Eckert; Plasschaer~, Stephens, Sass, Devin NAYS: None ABSENT: None PASSED and APPROVED this 25th day of March, 2002 PUBLISHED in pamphlet form this 26th day of March, 2002 AT~'EST: President, Vi'l]age of Roselle Si ,.dr~inance~'personal use vehicles Pahqck A. Lucamky E. Kenneth Frlker Gerard E. Den~sey Terrence M, Bamicle Brace A. Zolna James P. Bartley Michael J. Duggan Thomas P. Bayer Dennis G. Walsh Scott F. Ulfler Everett¢ M. Hill, Jn Janet N. Petseha James V. Ferolo Michael T, Jumsik Thomas M. MelOdy LAW OFFICES KLEIN, THORPE AND JENKINS, LTD. Suite 1660 20 North Wacker Drive Chlca~, Illinois 60606-2903 Telephone (312) 9844400 Facsimile (312) 984~5444 (312) 606-7077 Orland Park Office 15010 S. Ravthia Avenue, Suite 17 Orland Park, IL 60462-3162 Telephone (708) 349-3888 Facsimile (708) 349-1506 Wfiter=s Direct Dial (312) 984-6420 Wfiter=s E-Mail ~[nhill@knlinet.com Rinda y. AIY~5on Lance C. Malina Kathleen T. Hera~ John R. Wiktor George A. Wagner James G. Wargo Suzanne M. Pitch Michael A. Marts Shawn P. Lee Of Counsel Richard T. Whnmer TO: FROM: DATE: RE: MEMORANDUM Mr. Michael E. Janonis Village of Mount Prospect Everette M. Hill, Jr. August 8, 2002 Motor Driven Scooters As we have discussed in recent weeks, it is my opinion that the Illinois Vehicle Code currently prohibits the use of "gopeds" or "motor driven scooters" from public sidewalks and streets. However, in order to discern such a prohibition one must link at least six disparate sections of the Vehicle Code. This attenuated linkage is a probable recipe for disaster in Court should we attempt to write a ticket for the prohibited usage. In view of this problem, you had asked that I draft an ordinance that would clearly set forth the prohibition and assure appropriate enforcement. Please find attached an ordinance that defines "motor driven scooters" and bars them from our streets and sidewalks. It does not ban them from private property. The Ordinance provides that such illegally used scooters will be subject to 24 hour impoundment by the police department. The minimum fine for illegal usage is set at $200.00. If you have any questions or comments, please contact me. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18 OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SECTION 1: Article Xl, Motorcycles, of Chapter 18, Traffic, of the Mount Prospect Village Code, shall be amended by adding a new Section 18.1103 which shall be and read as follows: Sec. 18.1103. Motor Driven Scooters. A. For the purpose of this Section a motor driven scooter is defined as any electric or gas ddven wheeled scooter, cycle or other vehicle that does not provide a permanent seat installed by the manufacturer for the operator of the vehicle. B. No person shall operate a motor driven scooter upon any public or private street, public Sidewalk, parking lot, bike path, public park or on any other public property. C. No person shall operate any motorized vehicle of any kind or nature upon any sidewalk within the Vitlage except for the purpose of crossing a sidewalk for ingress or egress to a lawful driveway. D. A peace officer who cites a person for a violation of this Section may impound any motor driven scooter used by the pei'son in the commission of the offense. The person or owner may recover the motor driven scooter from the impou nd 24 hours after the citation was written upon payment of a fee as set forth in Appendix A, Division II. In the case where the operator was a person under 18 years of age, the scooter may only be returned to a parent or legal guardian. The fee shall include the costs incurred by the Village to remove the motor driven scooter to the impound. Upon the presentation of a signed court order by the person whose motor driven scooter was impounded showing that the person has been found not guilty of the offense, the Village shall refund the impoundment fee to the person or owner who paid such fee, DRAFT E. Exemptions. 1. Any police vehicle, fire vehicle, Village vehicle or Park Distdct vehicle ddven by an employee in the course of his or her duties. 2. Motorized wheelchairs as defined in Article II of the Illinois Vehicle Code. F. Any person found guilty of violating any of the provisions of this Section shall be fined as set forth in Appendix A, Division III. SECTION 2: Section 3, AppendixA, Division II of the Mount Prospect Village Code shall be amended by adding the following: Sec. 18.1103 Motor Driven Scooters. D. Impoundment fee - $100.00 SECTION 3: Section 4, Appendix A, Division III of the Mount Prospect Village Code shall be amended by adding the following: Sec. 18.1103 Motor Driven Scooters. F. Fine - Not less than $200.00 nor more than $1,000.00. SECTION 4: This Ordinance shall be in full rome and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: PASSED and APPROVED this __ day of ., 2002. ATTEST: Gerald L. Farley, Village President Velma W. Lowe, Village Clerk DRAFT Village of Mount Prospect Community Development Department MEMORANDUM staff has further reviev~d TO: MICHAEL E. JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER FROM: DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DATE: JULY 10, 2002 SUBJECT: SHED REGULATIONS In light of the recent discussions by the Village Board on the topic of storage shed sizes, possible regulations that would provide greater flexibility to our residents while maintaining the integrity of our zoning regulations. The information provided below and in the attached documents is intended to provide the Village Board with sufficient information to make a final determination on this matter. Staff has reviewed four options that could be utilized by the Village to regulate shed sizes. These options include 1) adopting a maximum size that would apply to all lots (current regulation), 2) setting a lot size threshold (10,000 square feet) and allow one size shed for smaller lots and a larger size shed for larger lots, 3) utilizing a formula method to calculate the maximum allowable square footage for accessory structures ("Arlington formula") and 4) basing the maximum size of sheds upon a percentage of the lot size. Each of these options has its' own unique benefits and drawbacks which are outlined below. Staff also chose 10 varying sized lots throughout the Village and applied the four options listed above to determine what size structures could be built under each scenario. The actual plats of survey for each lot are attached to this memorandum to provide a visual aid to the Village Board. Options One size shed for all properties - The Village currently regulates sheds by setting a maximum size (120 square feet) for all properties and through various bulk regulations (lot coverage, setbacks, etc.). This maximum size applies to all properties throughout the Village regardless of their respective sizes. The Village could maintain the status quo and keep the maximum size of the permitted storage sheds at 120 square feet or it could increase the maximum size to a larger number if so desired by the Village Board. Listed below is a chart that illustrates the lot coverage ratio of various size sheds in relation to the siz~ of the ten lots that have been chosen for review: Lot # Lot Size 120 Sq. Ft 150 Sq. Ft. 200 Sq. Ft. 250 Sq. Ft. 1 7,205 1.67% 2.08% 2.78% 3.47% 2 7,426 1.62% 2.02% 2~69% 3.37% 3 8,400 1.43% 1.79% 2.38% 2.98% 4 8,664 1.39% 1.73% 2.31% 2.89% 5 11,280 1.06% 1.33% 1.77% 2.22% 6 11,325 1.06% 1.32% 1.77% 2.21% 7 15,260 0.79% 0.98% 1.31% 1.64% 8 20,000 0.60% 0.75% 1.00% 1.25% 9 20,130 0.60% 0.75% 0.99% 1.24% 10 30,500 0.39% 0.49% 0.66% 0.82% Benefits - This system is very easy to understand and regulate since it does not require the homeowner or Village staffto calculate the size of the shed based upon the lot size or any other structures on the property. So long as the property doesn't exceed allowable lot coverage ratios, the owner can construct the maximum size shed. Drawbacks - This system does not take into account the various size lots that exist throughout town and therefore "penalizes" larger properties by restricting the maximum size of the shed to what would be allowed on the smallest of lots in town. The Village has recently received complaints that the current 120 square foot maximum is not large enough for today's needs. Set maximum size for smalFlarge lots - One option the Village could consider is to permit larger sheds on larger lots. The Village could establish a lot size threshold, say 10,000 square feet, and permit one size shed (150 square feet) on lots smaller than that and a larger size shed (200 square feet) on lots greater in total area. Benefits - This system would enable homeowners on larger lots to construct larger sheds that would house yard equipment that is necessary to maintain those lots. Drawbacks - This system would penalize properties that are just under the threshold size (in this case lots that are 9,900 square feet) and would appear to be more arbitrary than the other options. In addition, owners of smaller properties that have one car garages often complain that they have the greatest need for the larger sheds since they do not have enough space to store their belongings. "Arlington" formula - Several surrounding communities utilize a formula to determine the maximum allowable shed size. These formulas typically multiply the lot width by the required rear yard setback by a locally determined ratio that generates the maximum allowable square footage for accessory structures (lot width x rear yard setback x ratio = maximum allowable square footage for accessory structures). Other accessory structures include detached garages, driveways, patios, pools, etc. The following chart demonstrates the square footage that would be possible on the sample ten lots with a 40% and 30% ratio applied. Lot # Lot Size Rearlotwidth Rear Setback .4 ratio .3 ratio 1 7,205 55 25 550 413 2 7,426 62 25 620 465 3 8,664 57 25 570 428 4 10,275 75 25 750 563 5 11,280 80 25 800 600 6 11,325 75 25 750 563 7 15,260 70 25 700 525 8 20,000 100 30 1,200 900 9 20,130 122 30 1,464 1,098 10 30,500 I00 30 1,200 900 Benefits - This system takes into account the size of the property and typically enables owners of larger lots to construct larger sheds. It also looks at the amannt of other structures that are located in the rear yard and specifically limits the amount of lot coverage in that portion of the property. This system also provides homeowners greater flexibility in choosing what types of accessory stmctores they desire to construct on their property. Drawbacks - The greatest drawback to this system is that it penalizes owners that have detached garages that are located in the rear yard while allowing very large sheds on those properties that have been developed with attached garages. In the above chart, lots #3 (with both ratios) and #7 (with the 30% ratio) would not be allowed to construct a shed because they have detached garages that use up the allowable square footage for accessory structures. If the Village Board wishes to pursue this system, I would recommend that we adopt a maximum size shed on any lot (250 square feet) so that we don't have situations where a property owner could construct very large structures. I would also note that this system would be more difficult for homeowners to understand since they wottld have to calculate how large their garage could be based upon a variety of factors. Utilize a percentage of the lot size - A resident at one of the recent Committee of the Whole meetings raised this proposal. The resident proposed that we allow sheds to be constructed no greater in size than 2% of the total lot area. Therefore an owner could construct a 200 square foot shed on a 10,000 square foot lot. Listed below is a chart that demonstrates the maximum size shed that would be permitted on our 10 sample lots. Lot # Lot Size 2% 1 7,205 144 2 7,426 149 3 8,664 173 4 10,275 206 5 11,280 226 6 tl,325 227 7 15,260 305 8 20,000 400 9 20,130 403 10 30,500 610 Benefits - This system would be relatively easy to regulate and understand from a staff and resident standpoint. It would also allow for larger sheds on larger lots. If the Village adopted this system with a maximum allowable shed size for any lot (250 square feet) then this system could be very effective. Drawbacks - If the Village did not apply a maximum size limit with this system, owners of large lots could build very large sheds. There are a few lots in town that are close to an acre is size which would be allowed sheds exceeding 800 square feet under this system. Definitions Several Trustees raised concerns that if we increase the size of storage sheds that these larger structures could be utilized to store vehicles and/or to create office space or workshops. In order to address this concern, the Village could adopt definitions for garages and sheds that would restrict the types of uses that would be permitted in these structures. The Village Code currently defines accessory structures as "a subordinate structure detached from but located on the same lot as the principal structure, the use of which is incidental and accessory to that of a principal structure". The Village could modify the accessory structure definition by adding text defining the permitted uses of garages and sheds. The following text provides one possible solution to this matter: Accessory Structure - A subordinate structure detached from but located on the same lot as the principal structure, the use of which is incidental and accessory to that of a principal structure. Said structures may include, bUt are not limited to the following: Garages - A structure designed to house motor vehicles and to store household items and equipment necessary to maintain and upkeep the primary structure and the property that it is located upon. Sheds - A structure that is designed to store household items and equipment necessary to maintain and upkeep the primary structure and the property that it is located upon. The sheds shall not be utilized to store automobiles or to locate office, work or living space. ecommendation Staff recommends that the Village Board modify our codes to allow sheds to be constructed no greater in size than 2% of the total lot area or 250 square feet, whichever is less. This system provides for varying size sheds and would be easily understood by our residents. In addition, staff recommends that the Village modify the accessory structure definition to further define garages and sheds as listed above. Please forward this memorandum and attachments to the Village Board for their review and consideration at a future Committee of the Whole meeting. J. Coone~y'Jr. H:'~DM N~BILL'WIEMO S~sheds-O62602.do~ 4 Lot #1 /9 EASEMENT FOR PUBLIC ~ GARAGE , ~:..:;;~.....:~;-....;::.:::i 20 :.'..~:'..'...:!:?:~.:.¢;ifO;~'.'~l~n~:~:.':.: ..... ...... · /,:LI~;S..S.'.*,':':;'F,*.::I.¥'~.::?F~*;'~',':::'I,~4 ~-.'~.4~' . · :..:.,.**:::~///?~//~/~?.~'/ ...,~_,,,,,~.,..I · ' :***~C? * '~'*' 0 ':,"*! :.'*'*:.*'**, ~ Lot #2 ~,Ot'O~ I ~ ,Ot'g£--'l Lot #3 ;o 34,3V 4' Concrete ~7' Bituminous Road Lot #4 Lot #5 00'0~ X Lot #6 Lot #7 Lot #8 00'00 I, Lot #9 Lot #10 II. III. IV. MINUTES COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE APRIL 9, 2002 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Mayor Gerald Farley. Present at the meeting were: Trustees Timothy Corcoran, Paul Hoefert, Michaele Skowren and Irvana Wi!ks. Absent from the meeting were: Trustees Richard Lohrstorfer and Michael Zadel. Staff members present included Village Manager Michael Janonis, Assistant Village Manager David Strahl, Community Development Director William Cooney, Deputy Community Development Director Mike Blue, Environmental Health Coordinator Bob Roels, Building Division Inspector Nick Licari, Fire Marshal Paul Valentine, Public Works Director Glen Andler, Village Engineer Jeff Wulbecker and Project Engineer Chuck Lindelof. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of minutes from March 26, 2002. Trustee Hoefert requested several revisions regarding the Minutes and the desCriPtion of the Village Hall project and asked that the approval of the Minutes be deferred until the revision is provided. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD None. REVIEW OF ACCESSORY SHED REGULATIONS Community Development Director Bill Cooney summarized the staff research that he has obtained from other communities. This information was requested based on the frequency of requests for Variations that have come before the Village Board recently. He highlighted the fact that several towns approach shed regulations similar to Mount Prospect where the maximum square footage is used as the determining factor for administrative regulation. He also highlighted that several communities utilize a formula for maximum shed size computed on the property size and other accessory structures On the Site. He also stated that a review of the market place has shown that there are sheds available within the parameters that Mount Prospect utilizes for shed regulations. He stated the formula for computing maximum size iS m0~'e complex and would require additional staff explanation and generate larger sheds depending on the property size. He also suggested that if the formula were to be used, then there could be the opportunity to create a band of various property sizes (based on square footage) unique to various shed sizes, General comments from the Village Board members included the following items: There was support expressed for considering an increase in the overall shed size compared to what is currently regulated. There was also discussion regarding the need to make the regulation easy to administer and maintain the required setback for larger sheds. There was a concern that with the larger shed sizes, there could be additional requests before the Board for Variations to allow such larger sheds on limited property that would necessitate encroachment in the setbacks. There were comments made regarding the need to keep the size of the shed below a typical garage size. Consensus of the Village Board was to consider an increase in the size but · gather input from the Planning and Zoning Commission with guidance from the Village Board considering the larger sizes based on property square footage and maintenance of the setbacks. Walter Feder, 808 Lancaster, spoke. He would suggest the Board consider reducing the setback based on the size of the shed. Doug Doughty, '1431 Blackhawk, spoke. He stated that he has a larger shed and would not want to take stock what was available in the market place as a basis for determination of what size is appropriate. He also wanted to point out that usage of sheds does change over time and the Village would not eliminate all Variation requests with a proposed change. V. PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT CODE MODIFICATIONS Village Manager Janonis introduced the topic by stating this has been a three- year process and the goal was to make the Code much more understandable and user-friendly. He also hoped that the revisions would make the Code more equitable for application since the Code does touch on several Departments at all times. Project Engineer Chuck Lindelof provided a general overview to the Village Board regarding the revision process and what changes were made. He said many of the changes were necessitated through staff review of the process and some changes were made through additional staff. He stated one of the main goals for changes for the Code over time was to reduce the turn-around time and confusion by users of the Code. He stated that 90% of the changes could be categorized as organizational in nature and the Code has been separated into two sections; one for site improvements and the other for site construction standards for better application. He also stated that much of the content changes are reflective of new materials and standard practices and would like to complete the process prior to the construction season for this year. 2 VI. General comments from the Village Board members included the following items: There was general support for the proposed changes, however, there were some concerns raised regarding the Permit process turn-around time. There was also a question regarding the lawn sprinkler regulations. Several Board members also asked what the process has been for these changes; whether input has been obtained from the developers into the Code changes. Chuck Lindelof stated that there were comments that were included from various developers. .REVISIT SIDEWALK INSPECTOR PROGRAM Community Development Director Bill Cooney stated that the options for the Sidewalk Inspector were originally intended as a proactive process to supplement the self-initiated inspections currently undertaken by Inspectors along with the complaint investigation process. He stated that such a program would require additional staff and he felt that the program could be undertaken with less than a full-time staff person. He stated that the program would be used as an early warning inspection before larger problems are noticed. General comments from the Village Board members included the following items: An issue was raised regarding the need to be proactive in inspections to protect the property value and neighborhood value. There was some concern regarding excessive governmental intervention in such a program. There were also concerns raised about what standards would be utilized and how such standards would be defined for application in the insPeCti°n process itself. There was a concern raised about this project reappearing after a previous discussion by the Village Board. It was noted that the housing stock is getting older and there could be some opportunity for addressing issues before they become much larger to resolve. Walter Feder, 808 Lancaster, spoke. He was concerned about postal delivery people cutting across yards and killing the grass instead of using the sidewalk. Dale Barbara Draznin, 220 South Hatlen, spoke. She stated that the Board should consider the necessary standards to be considered with the help and safety as the primary concern for the residents. Consensus of the Village Board was to direct staff to continue to develop this concept and return to the Village Board with cost and development of inspection standards for review as part of the Mid-Year Budget discussion. VII. USE OF DRIVIT FOR CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL IN MOUNT PROSPECT Community Development Director Bill Cooney stated that the use of this material has been problematic in some areas of the country due to water damage and durability. He stated the installation of the material has been determined as the root cause for the water infiltration. Improper installation causes the water to be trapped behind the material as the water eats away at the structural material of a building. He stated that there have been some improvements to the material where a drainage system has been developed to allow the water to filter out from underneath the material if it does penetrate the exterior. He stated the Village currently has no regulations on the application of the material. Building Division Inspector Nick Licari spoke. He stated there are two different types of systems currently available, which have been developed due to the litigation that has taken place due to the damage from water infiltration behind the material. He stated one opportunity that could be considered is a third party inspection to ensure the installation is properly done and paid for by the developer and the material would have to be applied in such a way for the water to get out if it, in fact, did get behind the material. General comments from the Village Board members included the following items: Several members stated they do not have confidence in the product and fett it should be banned as a material for use in the Village. There was also concern raised that an Inspector would have to be on site the entire time of installation to ensure proper installation. Consensus of the Village Board was to direct staff to consider possible liability exposure by the Village if banned as a building material based on research that would be undertaken by the Village Attorney. VIII. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT Village Manager Janonis reminded the Village Board of the upcoming Coffee with Council on April 13 and this meeting would be the last Floating Coffee with Council and would take place at Fire Station 12 from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon, once the initial meeting was completed at the Village Hall from 9:00 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. He also wanted to remind everyone that April 20 was the Welcome New Resident event from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. 4 X. ANY OTHER BUSINESS Trustee Hoefert suggested the Board consider a discussion regarding garage conversions to living space and consideration whether such conversion should be allowed with the likelihood that another garage would not be constructed on properties of a specific size. Consensus of the Village Board was to consider this as a future Committee of the Whole topic. Several members of the Village Board expressed regret at the recent resignation of Deputy Community Development Director Michael Blue since he recently accepted a new position at the City of Highland Park as the Director of Community Development. X. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:31 p.m. Respectfully submitted, DAVID STRAHL Assistant Village Manager 5 II. III. IV. MINUTES COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MAY 14, 2002 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Mayor Gerald Farley. Present at the meeting were: Trustees Timothy Corcoran, Paul Hoefert, Richard Lohrstorfer, Michaele Skowron, Irvana Wilks and Michael Zadel, Staff members present included Village Manager Michael Janonis, Assistant Village Manager David Strahl, Community Development Director William Cooney, Finance Director Doug EIIsworth and Public Works Director Glen Andler. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of minutes from April 9, 2002. Motion made by Trustee Hoefert and seconded by Trustee Skowron. Minutes were approved. Trustees Lohrstorfer and Zadel abstained. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD None. FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT Finance Director Doug EIIsworth provided a summary of revenue and expenditures to date for this current fiscal year. He stated that the revenue stream is such that it arrives at different times throughout the fiscal year so it is tough to estimate revenues this early in the fiscal year since many arrive later on in the year. He stated that expenditures are easier to track during the first three months because they tend to be fairly stable throughout the year except for capital construction projects which happen during the construction season. He stated Property Tax receipts have dropped over time due to the numerous tax appeals that have been processed and approved. He stated that Sales Tax is not as far behind as previously estimated but still is lower than previous years. He stated at this point there is a still is a projection of a $640,000 General Fund deficit and would find it difficult to reinstate the Capital Improvement Fund transfer in 2003 with the current revenue scenario. He stated that rising Pension and Health Insurance costs will be an additional challenge for 2003. He stated that there still is a deficit projected for 2003 and stated that typical expenditures raise at a normal rate of 4%. With revenues being fiat, there is a need for approximately $1 million of new money each year to balance the budget. VI. He stated that the initial projections of the General Fund do not include the transfer to the CIP for 2003 but there will be a need to address the CIP funding in the near future. STREETSCAPE UPDATE Community Development Director Bill Cooney provided a summary of the Streetscape progress throughout the downtown to date along with projected timeframes for other improvements in the downtown. General comments from Village Board members included the following items: There were significant positive comments regarding the appearance of the work in the downtown area as several Trustees relayed comments they have received from citizens as the projects start to take shape. There were also comments regarding the timing of the various work and the total time allotted for various improvements. Public Works Director Glen Andler stated that all the bricks that were previously installed will soon be replaced since the bricks do not meet the specifications of the contract. He stated the brick replacement will be at no cost to the Village and will be coordinated so to minimize disruption among downtown businesses. He stated that sections of the brick would be removed and then replaced as the project moves throughout the downtown. REVIEW OF SHED REGULATIONS Village Manager Michael Janonis stated this is a follow up of previous discussions based on some variation requests from several residents regarding larger sheds. Community Development has done much of the requested research by the Board for consideration of possible parameters for shed consideration. Community Development Director Bill Cooney provided the baseline information and the marketplace details of the various shed sizes. He also suggested there are several policy options regarding shed regulation. Among those are lot coverage limits as a factor on the shed size along with outright maximum square footage limits. General comments of the Village Board members included the following items: There was some discussion regarding maximum lot coverage including all structures. There was also a concern raised regarding the possible loophole of multiple structures in the case of a detached single-family car garage. There were comments made regarding the clarification of the hard surface necessary to utilize a garage versus an accessory structure such as a shed. 2 There were also comments regarding the maintenance of the required setback regardless of the shed size to be considered. A suggestion was made to create various shed sizes based on the lot sizes in various bands or ranges of lot size. There was a concern raised regarding the P~rcentage of lot coverage formula and a suggestion was made to use the break point of the lot size for the range criteria instead. There was also a suggestion simplifying the regulation whereby a maximum size would be defined and enforced. Doug Doughty, 1431 Blackhawk, spoke. He suggested a clarification for the structure height and to dearly define the difference between a shed and a garage. He also suggested the Village Board consider the size of the shed based on the lot size and coverage percentage for the individual lot. General comments from Village Board members included the following items: There was a discussion regarding the application of a possible formula regarding shed size based on square footage and lot coverage. A comment was also made regarding the definition of logic to allow reasonable maximum use of property by individual homeowners. Village Manager Michael Janonis stated that there could be an impact on the walkthrough permit process for sheds depending on the policy as defined by the Board and the likelihood that residents will not have the necessary information available in order for permit processing on a walk through basis. Consensus of the Village Board was to maintain the ten foot height of a shed, maintain the setbacks and consider how the formula would work based on lot size for a single accessory structure; i.e., shed. This proposal was presented to staff for further analysis to be brought back for additional consideration. VII, VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT Village Manager Janonis stated the Public Works Open House is scheduled for May 18 from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. VIII. ANYOTHER BUSINESS Mayor Farley wanted to apologize to citizens and the Village Board about how he treated a person that appeared before the Board at the last meeting. He appreciated the civility that is typical of this Village Board but he had several extenuating circumstances that affected his judgment in running the meeting on this particular night and would work not to repeat the situation again. 3 otion made by Trustee Hoefert and Seconded by Trustee Corcoran to move into Closed Session to discuss land acquisition. Meeting adjourned into Closed Session at 9:13 p.m. The Closed Session ended at 9:37 p.m. The Village Board reconvened into open session at 9:38 p.m. X. ADJOURNMENT There was no further business and the Committee of the Whole meeting immediately adjourned at 9:39 p.m. Respectfully submitted, DAVID STRAHL Assistant Village Manager 4 Village of Mount Prospect Mount Prospect, Illinois INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: MICHAEL JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER DIRECTOR OF FINANCE JULY 17, 2002 2002 MID-YEAR REVIEW AND UPDATE OF THE 2003 BUDGET FORECAST Traditionally, the Village Board has engaged in a mid-year review of the financial status of the current year's budget and also reviewed the forecast for the upcoming year. Not only are these actions considered prudent fiscal management practices, but they also provide the foundation for the preparation of the upcoming annual budget. This memorandum is intended [o supplement the June 30, 2002 Budget Revenue and th Expenditure sUmmaries Submitted with the July 16 Board meeting agenda packet. The principal focus of this memorandum is on the General Fund, since it is the main operating fund of the Village. Also discussed to a lesser degree are a few of the more material operating and capital project funds. It should be pointed-out that the current estimates of revenues and expenditures for 2002 are just that - estimates. There could still be significant variances that appear or disappear during the remaining six months of the fiscal year. 2002 MID-YEAR REVIEW GENERAL FUND The 2002 Budget, as amended in April, reflects a planned deficit of $211,950 on revenues of $28,382,315 and expenditures of $28,594,265. The deficit can be attributed to a carryover of uncompleted projects from 2001 and one-time costs associated with moving Television Services and Human Services to temporary locations. As part of the mid-year review,, we looked at all revenue and expenditure accounts to determine if any material variances seem likely. We now expect total General Fund revenues to come in at $27,943,909, almost $440,000 less than originally projected. Expenditures are now estimated at $28,658,165, which is $64,000 more than the current Mid-Year Budget Review July 17, 2002 Page 2 authorized budget. Therefore, fund balance is expected to drop $714,000 in 2002, compared to the $212,000 reflected in the amended budget. Exhibit 1, attached hereto, presents a summary of our current projections of revenues and expenditures, with a comparison to budget. General Fund Revenues: On the surface it would appear General Fund revenues are doing relatively well compared to our original projections. Halfway through the fiscal year, actual revenues of $14,822,014 represent 52.2% of budget. The following chart shows year-to-date revenue collections as a percentage of annual budget for each of the main revenue categories. 140 General Fund Revenue Collections as a Percent of Annual Budget 120 100 40 20 0 Revenue Type However, as can be seen in the preceding chart, revenues in several categories are o th below the 50 % benchmark set as of June 30 . Property tax revenues of $3,371,133 are running at 46% of budget, which is slightly on the Iow side. As Cook County is granting more successful property tax assessment appeals we are finding our property tax revenue dropping slightly. We are now Mid-Year Budget Review July 17, 2002 Page 3 estimating that we will lose 1.5% of our levy, as opposed to the 1% previously assumed. We expect our property tax receipts to come in $36,526 less than budget for the year. Revenues classified as "Other Taxes" include such sources as the sales tax, food and beverage tax, real estate transfer tax, hotel/motel tax, telecommunications tax and the utility tax. in total, revenue collections from "Other Taxes" came to $5,629,608 as of June 30th, which is 50.6% of annual budget. Sales tax collections, which make up more than 70% of the "Other Taxes" category, are at $4,063,179. This represents 51.7% of budget. Retail sales in the Village have bounced back nicely over the past six months. Our year-to-date collections are running 5% above the prior year's collections. We anticipate sales tax receipts for the year to come in 4% -higher than the prior year, resulting in a positive budget variance of $181,036. The Village's telecommunications tax and the utility tax on electricity and natural gas are running slightly below budget. We expect to end the year with unfavorable budget variances of $34,000 and $40,4-20, respectively. Collections from licenses and permit fees totaled $2,028,004, or 73.3% of the $2.8 million budget. Vehicle license revenue of $994,760 is at 87% of budget, which is to be expected given that the deadline for the 2002/2003 vehicle sticker was May 1st. Revenue from the infrastructure maintenance fee is expected to come in $86,200 under budget due to the loss of revenue from wireless telecommunications companies. Cable television franchise fees are running significantly higher for the second year in a row. We now expect receipts for the year to come in $75,000 above the $265,000 originally projected. Intergovernmental revenues totaled $2,508,671 as of June 30th, which is 48% of the $5.2 million annual projection. Intergovernmental revenues in the General Fund include the local share of the state income tax, photo processing tax, use tax, replacement tax and other miscellaneous state and federal grants. Receipts from the State's distribution of the state income tax, our largest intergovern- mental revenue source, totaled $2,061,070 at June 30th. This represents 49% of budget, however the figure is somewhat deceiving. Local governments do not receive state income tax receipts evenly throughout the year. Historically, receipts are higher during the first half of the year as taxpayers make their final tax payments in March and April. It should be brought to your attention that our 2002 receipts are running a horrific Mid-Year Budget Review July 17, 2002 Page 4 12% behind last year's collections. The large decrease can be attributed to increased unemployment and a drop in corporate earnings. We expect to end 2002 with total income tax receipts coming in at 10% below our 2001 collections. This is a shortfall of approximately $530,000. The State of Illinois recently adopted legislation that eliminated the local government share of the photo processing tax as of July 1st. This will result in a negative budget variance of $72,000 for 2002. The local share of the state use tax is expected to come in $82,000 below projections for the year. This is the result of decreased use tax reporting, and not a change in the allocation formula set by the State as was being considered down in Springfield. Revenue from Fines totaled $247,412 for the first six months. This represents 57% of the $434,400 projected for the year. Revenue from fines began to increase sharply towards the end of 2001 and continue to exceed projections. We expect a positive budget variance of $40,600. Investment income totaled $127,038 for the first six months, representing 37% of the $345,000 projected for the year. A negative variance of $85,000 is expected for the year due to declining interest rates. Miscellaneous Revenue, consisting of reimbursements and other revenues, totaled $532,239 as of June 30th. This is 121% of the $438,560 projected for the year. There are two extraordinary items that are causing the positive variance. First is the $180,000 settlement from the RJN lawsuit. The other is the receipt of $84,400 for ceding our private activity bond volume cap earlier in the year. Neither of these transactions were included in the 2002 revenue projections. General Fund Expenditures: The approved 2002 budget, as amended, totals $28,594,265. As of June 30th the Village had recorded expenditures of $13,272,096. This represents 46.4% of budget. While total expenditures are within 4% of the benchmark of 50%, there is a much larger disparity within specific departments and programs. The following chart illustrates General Fund expenditures by department/program as a percentage of annual budget. Mid-Year Budget Review July 17, 2002 Page 5 General Fund Expenditures as a Percent of Annual Budget Public Works 0 '10 20 30 40 50 60 70 Percent Public Representation expenditures totaled $67,372 through June 30!h, representing 63.8% of budget. The reason this program is above the 50% benchmark is that organizational memberships are typically paid in the beginning of the year. In the first half of the fiscal year membership dues totaling $28,126 were paid, compared to the annual budget of $31,500. Expenditures of the Village Manager's Office for the first six months totaied $556,848. This represents 43% of their $1.3 million annual .budget. At this time we do expect legal fees to come in $120,000 over budget. Other expenditures are expected to come in very close to budget. MIS Division and Public Information Division expenditures are currently at 33% and 37% of-budget, respectively, due to the timing of operating expenditures and capital purchases. Mid-Year Budget Review July 17, 2002 Page 6 Expenditures of the Television Services Division came to $89,278 for the first six months of 2002. This is 44% of the division's annual budget of $205,228. The positive variance from the benchmark is the result of our not yet spending the $22,300 budgeted for temporary office space. Expenditures of the Human Services Department totaled $334,934 at June 30th, representing 40% of budget; The positive variance in this division is also due to the budgeting of temporary office space. A total of $130,000 is budgeted for 2002 with only $4,6'75 having been spent to date. Excluding this line item, the department's expenditures represent 47% of budget. It is now expected that Only one-half of the $130,000 budgeted for the temporary office space will be expended in 2002. Police and Fire Department expenditures for the six months just ended are very close to the budget benchmark, at 48% and 47%, respectively. We do expect to bring to the Board a budget amendment of $8,900 for the Police Department, representing expenditures incurred in 2001 but not paid until 2002. Public Works Department expenditures funded through the General Fund totaled $2,205,128 for the first half of the fiscal year. This represents 43% of the annual budget of $5,108,187. The reason for the relatively large variance from the 50% benchmark is the timing of certain projects and expenditures. Projects such as sidewalk construction and grounds maintenance are more likely to be initiated and paid for during the summer months. The Miscellaneous category in the above chart includes the Community and Civic Services budget program and the miscellaneous retirement pensions of two former employees. At the mid-year mark, Community and Civic Services expenditures of $74,388 represent 25% of the $303,485 budget. For the past several years, total General Fund expenditures have come in anywhere from one to three percent under budget. Although we see no reason at this point to believe 2002 will be any different, to be conservative we are generally not showing any variance from budget for General Fund expenditures as reflected in Exhibit 1. The only exceptions are the items referred to above. REFUSE DISPOSAL FUND Revenues received to-date of $1,611,510 are at 47% of projections. the first six months totaled $1,470,549, representing 43% of budget. Expenditures for Due to the recent sale of the balefill site, the Solid Waste Agency's debt service costs are going to be dropping significantly over the next few years beginning with the rates Mid-Year Budget Review July 17, 2002 Page 7 that went into effect May 1, 2002. The Village expects its debt service payments to SWANCC to come in $165,000 below budget for 2002. With the further rate reduction planned for May 1,2003, our debt service costs for 2003 are expected to come in a full $300,000 below the $525,000 shown in the forecast budget. Based on these savings, the property tax levy earmarked for refuse collection and the multi-family refuse charges for 2003 could be reduced in total by $300,000. The savings in the refuse tax levy could theoretically be transferred to the General Fund's tax levy if the Village Board concurred with the idea. Using a formula based on the tons of waste remitted to SWANCC the General Fund's tax levy could increase by approximately $200,000, reducing the deficit projected for that Fund in this report. MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND Revenues of $790,598 through June 30th represent 49% of projections. Our MFT allotments from the State are running 3% ahead of 2001. We had assumed 2% for the 2002 Budget. Expenditures totaled $1,205,144 at June 30th, which is 44% of budget. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUND CDBG Fund expenditures totaled $202,766 to-date. This is 27% of the $756,851 budgeted for the year. CDI~G expenditures fall into four categories. Following is a breakdown of expenditures incurred to-date, compared to annual budget for the four categories. Administration $ 16,8;15 $ 43,265 38.9% Commu nib/Programs 10,581 55,200 19.2 Neighborhood Improve. 88,434 480,586 18.4 Residential' Rehab 86,936 177,800 48.9 Total $202,766 $756,851 26.8% Historically, the majority of CDBG expenditures have been incurred during the second half of the year. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND Revenues were projected at $1,048,150 for the year. Through June 30th we have received $106,856, or 10% of budget. $727,000 of grant revenue is expected later in the year. Mid-Year Budget Review July 17, 2002 Page 8 The approved budget for this fund is $2,188,865. Total expenditures for the first six months were $720,571, or 33% of budget. Most of the capital projects and improvements budgeted for the year will be initiated during the summer months. Earlier this year the Village closed on the purchase of the doctor's building on Busse Avenue. The expense anticipated and budgeted for in 2001. Therefore, the $673,500 expense will be brought forward as a recommended budget amendment later this summer. DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND The 2002 Budget shows estimated revenues of only $I ,000. As of June 30th we had received $631, or 63%. All of the estimated incremental property taxes from the downtown tax increment financing district are expected to be used to cover TIF debt service. The Village has not yet closed on the sale to Norwood Builders of the final portion of the former Northwest Electric site. The sale was originally expected to occur in late 2001. Earlier this month Norwood remitted $625,000 to the Village as a deposit. This represents approximately one-half of the purchase price. The closing is now expected to take place this fall. This also will be brought forward as a budget amendment later this summer. A total of $331,557 has been expended to date, which represents 21% of the $1.55 million budget for 2002. Staff now believes that an additional $250,000 for infrastructure improvements, originally anticipated for 2001, will be needed for 2002. 200'1 and 2002 G.O. Bond Project Funds These two capital project funds were created to account for the financing of the new village .hall/community center and parking structure. Revenues and expenditures are significantly below the 50% benchmark on account of the timing of the project. The most recent estimate is that the project will be $1,000,000 higher than original estimates. Also, the Board recently approved a $275,500 increase to the estimated cost of improving Fire Station 12. The Village Manager has recommended that this amount be added to the upcoming 2002 bond issue. STREET IMPROVEMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND This fund was created to account for the 1997 revenue enhancements that are earmarked for the street improvement program. Revenues of $1,854,992 were projected for 2002. Revenues actually received as of June 30th total $1,027,314, or 55% of budget. Mid-Year Budget Review July 17, 2002 Page 9 A total of $2,856,788 has been budgeted for street resurfacing and reconstruction. As of June 30th only $692,710, or 24%, has been expended. The vast majority of the pay- outs will take place in the second half of the year. FLOOD CONTROL CONSTRUCTION FUND Revenues collected to date amount to $46,952, or 4% of the $1,075,000 projected. The large variance from the benchmark can be attributed to the fact the Village has not yet received the $1,000,000 state grant for Weller Creek improvements. A total of $802,599 has been spent thus far out of the $2,704,099 annual budget (30%). The Board did approve a $86,772 change order to the Weller Creek streambank stabilization project in June. This will be a future budget amendment. WATER AND SEWER FUND Revenues through June 30th total $3,465,945, representing 43% of budget. This is typical, as water consumption increases during the summer months. Expenditures are budgeted at $9,063,162 for the year. After six months, actual expenditures have totaled $2,932,257, or 32% of budget. Expenditures appear to be Iow because of capital improvements planned for later in the year. There are no material variances expected between now and the end of the year. POLICE AND FIREFIGNTERS' PENSION FUNDS Revenues in the Police and Firefighters' Pension Funds are failing significantly below budget as the funds' equity investments had negative returns for the first six months of the year. The Police Pension Fund has recorded revenues totaling 4.5% of projections. The Firefighters' Pension Fund did only slightly better at 13% of projections. 2003 FORECAST The 2002 Annual Budget includes a forecast budget for the year 2003 for each operating and capital project fund. The purpose of this portion of my memorandum is to bring forward any material variances in revenues or expenditures now expected for the year 2003. GENERAL FUND Exhibit 2 has been prepared to compare the original forecast numbers to our most recent estimates. The original forecast budget shows an operating deficit of $639,552 on revenues of $29,106,407 and expenditures totaling $29,745,959. Generally speaking, the deficit is the result of anticipated revenues not keeping up with the growth in expenditures. Mid-Year Budget Review July 17, 2002 Page 10 Our more recent estimates now show that the operating deficit has widened to $1,232,588. The outlook for 2003 has deteriorated due to a reduction in certain revenue sources. Following is a brief discussion of some of the more material changes expected from the original forecast budget. Revenues: At this time we expect General Fund revenues for 2003 to come in $696,000 lower than what was projected twelve months ago. The forecast assumes that the overall property tax increase will be 4%, with one-half of one pement going towards debt service on the new village hall. Sales tax receipts are expected to increase 2% over our current 2002 projection. This results in a $145,360 positive variance from the original 2003 forecast. Our forecast for the state income tax is expected to come in $546,000 less than what was projected last year. As previously discussed, our receipts our down due to lower corporate earnings and increased unemployment. Other Governmental Revenues are showing a decrease of $188,000 from the forecast due to the elimination of the local government share of the state photo processing tax and a reduction in the state use tax. The weighted average yield of our investment portfolio continues to drop as investments with higher interest rates mature and are replaced at lower interest rates. We expect our investment earnings for 2003 to be $85,000 less than originally projected. We also factored into the estimate the General Fund advancing the TIF Fund approximately $1 million in 2003. Expenditures: At this time the only negative variance from the forecast is legal fees. We expect expenditures to be approximately $85,000 higher in that category. The current forecasts for expenditures have been modified to reflect a recent budget directive from the Village Manager. The Manager has asked departments to present their 2003 budget requests showing no increase over the 2002 Budget in the areas of commodities, contractual services and capital spending. id-Year Budget Review July 17, 2002 Page 11 BUDGETCALENDAR Attached as Exhibit 3 is the 2003 budget calendar as presented in the current 2002 budget document. If this schedule now presents any conflicts, we should revise it as soon as possible. YEAR 2003 BUDGET DIRECTION Finally, I have attached a copy of the New Project/Service Suggestion Form (Exhibit 4). This form is intended for use by the Village Board to facilitate communication between the Board and staff concerning any new ideas they would like to see included in the 2003 proposed budget. It would be helpful if the forms could be returned to you by September 4, 2002 so that the ideas can be incorporated in to our preliminary budget deliberations. · ELLSWORTH, CPA DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Copy: Finance Commission Members Department Directors Exhibit 1 Revenues: Property Taxes Sales Taxes Food and Beverage Tax Rea[ Estate Transfer Tax Telecommunications Tax Utility Taxes Other Taxes Vehicle Licenses Infrastructure Maintenance Fee Other Licenses, Permits, Fees State Income Tax Other Intergovernmental Charges for Services Fines and Forfeits Investment Income Reimbursements Other Revenue Total Revenues VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT GeneralFund Revenues and Expenditures 2002 2002 2001 Current Actual Bud~let 6,797 777 7,305,151 7,729 085 7,856,964 480 265 483,138 826 717 715,000 823 142 884,000 1,085 379 985,420 201 774 200,096 1,133,053 1,140,000 214,262 316,200 1,387,565 1,308,800 4,049,867 4,175,000 1,139,819 1,014,410 735,846 780,176 468,941 434,400 492,970 345,000 265,797 307,710 248,777 130,850 Budget YTD Actual 2002 Variance- 01/01/02- Current Favorable 6/30/2002 Estimate (Unfavorable) ..Notes 3,371,133 7,268,625 (36,526) A 4,063,179 8,038,000 181,036 187,650 483,138 0 361,206 715,000 0 475,481 850,000 (34,000) 466,497 945,000 (40,420) C 75,596 185,096 (15,000) D 994,760 1,135,000 (5,000) 115,179 230,000 (86,200) E 918,065 1,383,800 75,000 F 2,061,070 3,644,880 (530,120) G 447,601 845,410 (1691000) H 377,909 782,000 1,824 247,412 475,000 40,600 127,038 260,000 (85,000) J 353,754 487,710 180,000 K 178,485 215,250 84,400 L 28,081,036 28,382,315 14,822,014 27,943,909 (438,406) Expenditures Public Representation 100,590 Village Manager's Office 1,264,541 Television Services Division 182,592 Village Clerk's Off`Ice 152,694 Finance Department 1,313,565 Community Development Dept. 1,580,585 Human Services Dept. 635,161 Po[ice Department 9,519,849 Fire Department 7,619,556 Public Works Department 4,877,196 Community and Civic Services 285,114 Miscellaneous 15,520 Total Expenditures 27,546,963 ExcessofRevenuesoverExpen~ 534,073 Other Financing Uses Transfer to Capital Improve. Fd. (571,970) Total Other Financing Uses (571,970) Excess of Revenues over Expend. and Other Financing Uses: (37,897) As of July 16, 2002 105,663 67,372 105,663 0 1,283,449 556,848 1,403,449 (120,000) 205,228 89,278 205,228 0 144,504 70,406 144,504 0 1,393,203 714,943 1,393,203 0 1,513,944 682,896 1,513,944 0 831,486 334,934 766,486 65,000 9,838,911 4,763,907 9,847,8tl (8,900) 7,850,578 3,704,183 7,850,578 0 5,108,187 2,205,128 5,108,187 0 303,485 74,388 303,485 0 15,627 7,813 15,627 0 28,594,265 13,272,096 28,658,165 (63,900) (211,950) t,549,918 (714,256) (502,306) M N O 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 (211,950) 1,549,918 (714,256) (502,306) Exhibit 1 VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT General Fund Revenues and Expenditures 2002 Notes A We now expect a 1.5% uncollected rate on property taxes, verses 1%. B Sales tax receipts are running 5% ahead of prior year. CL~rrent estimate assumes 4% growth for year. The 2002 Budget assumed 2% growth. C The utility taxes on both natural gas and electricity are running below budget. D Hotel tax is estimated to be down $15,000. E Infrastructuree maintenance fee revenue has fallen below estimates due to loss of fee on wireress companies. Cable TV franchise fees are expected to run $75,000 ahead of budget. State income tax receipts are running 12% below budget through 6/30. Assuming 10% reduction for year. We had assumed receipts would be up 3% for 2002. The local government share of the state photoprecessing tax was eliminated effective 7/1/02, resulting in a shortfall of $72,000 for 2002. The local share of the state use tax is expected to fall $82,000 below prejection. The personal property replacement tax is expected to come in $15,000 below budget. Police fines are expected to run $40,000 more than budget. Lower interest rates are expected to result in a $85,000 shortfall in investment earnings. Other reimbursements is exected to exceed projections by $180,000 due to the receipt of the RJN settlement. Other revenues are expected to exceed projections by $84,400 due to the ceding of the private activity bond volume cap which was not budgeted for. Legal fees in the Manager's Office are expected to exceed budget by $120,000. The expenditures for the Village Attorney are expected to exceed budget by $95,000 due to an increase in both the monthly retainer and billable hours. The expenditures for the labor attorney are expected to exceed budget by $25,000. The temporary rent expense is expected to be half of the $130,000 budgeted for 2002. To reflect additional training expenses incurred in December 2001 but charged to 2002. Exhibit 2 VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT GENERAL FUND REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES 2003 FORECAST Revenues: Property Taxes Sales Taxes Food and Beverage Tax Real Estate Transfer Tax Telecommunications Tax Utility Taxes Other Taxes Vehicle Licenses Infrastructure Maintenance Fee Other Licenses, Permits, Fees State Income Tax Other Inten~overnmental Charges for Services Fines and Forfeits Investment income Reimbursements Other Revenue Total Revenues Expenditures (NOTE M) Public Representation Village Manager's Office Television Services Division Village Clerk's Off.ice Finance Department Community Development Dept. Human Services Dept. Police Department Fire Department Public Works Department Community and Civic Services Miscellaneous Total Expenditures Excess of Revenues over Expend. Other Financing Uses Transfer to Capital Improve. Fd. Total Other Financing Uses 2002 Ouffent Proje~ions 2003 Forecast Original Current Increase Percent Forecast Forecast . (Decrease) Change Notes 7,268,625 7,565,569 7,527,742 (37,827) (0.50) A 8,038,000 8,053,400 8,198,760 145,360 1.80 B 483,138 495,216 492,800 (2,416) (0.49) C 715,000 730,000 730,000 0 0.00 850,000 901,680 858,500 (43,180) (4.79) D 945,000 1,005,128 954,450 (50,678) (5.04) E 185,096 203,045 203,045 0 0.00 1,135,000 1,140,000 1,135,000 (5,000) (0.44) F 230,000 322,500 350,000 27,500 8.53 G 1,383,800 1,323,250 1,383,800 60,550 4.58 3,644,880 4,300,250 3,754,226 (546,024) (12.70) H 845,410 1,033;400 845,410 (187,990) (18.19) I 782,000 803,743 803,743 0 0.00 475,000 446,142 475,000 28,858 6.47 J 260,000 330,000 245,000 (85,000) (25.76) K 487,710 318,234 318,234 0 0.00 L 215,250 134,850 134,850 0 0.00 27,943,909 29,106,407 28,410,560 (695,847) (2.39) 105,663 107,638 106,236 1,403,449 1,398,944 1,479,600 205,228 202,695 201,396 144,504 150,776 149,669 1,393,203 1,466,621 1,444,578 1,513,944 1,590,138 1,576,392 831,486 833,403 827,674 9,847,811 10,229,249 10,200,627 7,850,578 8,171,987 8,128,453 5,108,187 5,247,656 5,182,537 303,485 307,169 306,304 15,627 39,683 39,683 28,723,165 (779,256) 29,745,959 (1,402) (1.30) 80,656 5.77 (1,300) (0,64) (1,107) (0,73) (22,043) (1,50) (13.746) (0.86) (5,729) (0.69) (28,622) (0.28) (43,534) (0.53) (65,119) (1.24) (865) (0.28) 0 0.00 (639,552) 0 2~,643,148 (102,811) (0.35) (1,232,588) (593,036) 93 0 0 #DIV/O! 0 0 #DIV/O! 0 0 0 N Excess of Revenues over Expend. and Other Financing Uses: (779,256) (639,552) ./1,232,588) (593,036) 92.7 Exhibit 2 VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT GENERAL FUND REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES 2003 FORECAST Notes A 4.0% overall property tax hike proposed, including the phase in of the new village hall debt service. Consistent with 2002, we are projecting one-half pement less in receipts. B Sales tax receipts estimated to increase 2% over 2002 projected receipts. C Food and beverage tax estimated to increase 2% over 2002 projected receipts. D Telecommunications tax estimated at 1% above 2002 estimated. E Utility tax receipts on natural gas estimated to increase sligh*Jy in 2003 from 2002 levels. F Vehicle license fees have remained relatively constant for past few years. G The new state collected simlified telecommunications tax/iMF takes effect 1/1/03. H income tax receipts estimated at 3% above 2002 projections. Reflects the elimination of the photoprocessing tax and a reduction in the use tax receipts. J Assumes fine revenue will remain at level received in 2002. K Assumes interest rates remain constant. Factors in $1 million advance to TIF Fund. L Does not assume fee for ceding volume cap is received in 2003. M Does not yet reflect the transfer of all computer related expenses to the Village Manager's Office. Current expenditure projections for 2003 are based on Manager's budget directions that no increases are to be requested for supplies, contractual services and capital costs over the 2002 amended budget. N Reflects the higher costs of the Village Attorney and labor afloreey fees. 2002 DATE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT BUDGET CALENDARS 2002 and 2003 ACTION 2003 DATE 3/16/01 4/06/01 4/30/01 to 5104101 5/18/01 6/01/01 6/28/01 7/10/01 7/17/01 7/20/01 8/03/01 8/14/01 8/17/01 8/24/01 9/03/01 to 9/07/01 9/14/01 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Worksheets forwarded to Department Directors Completed CIP Worksheets returned to Finance Department Department CIP reviews with Village Manager and Finance Director Complete Proposed CIP Amounts Deliver Proposed CIP to Village Board and Finance Commission Review Proposed CIP with Finance Commission Committee of the Whble - CIP Review Session Acceptance of Proposed CIP at Village Board Meeting Budget Worksheets forwarded to Department Directors CIP available for distribution Committee of the Whole - Mid-Year Budget Review and Pre-Budget Workshop Completed Budget Worksheets returned to Finance Department Revenue Estimates completed by Finance Department Department Budget reviews with Village Manager and Finance Director Complete Proposed Budget Amounts 3/15/02 4/12/02 5/13/02 to 5/17/02 5/24/02 6/07/02 6/27/02 7/09/02 7116/02 7/19/02 8/06/02 8/13/02 8/19/02 8~23~02 9/04/02 to 9/10/02 9/17/02 xxviii 2002 DATE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT BUDGET CALENDARS 2002 and 2003 '~' ACTION 2003 DATE 10/05/0I 10/05/01 10/11/01 10/18/01 I0/25/01 11/01/01 10/23/01 11/13/01 11/27/01 12/03/01 12/03/01 I2/18/01 1/18/02 Deliver Proposed Budget to Village Board and Finance Commission Proposed Budget available for public inspection at the Village Clerk's Office and the Mount Prospect Public Library Review Proposed Budget with the Finance Coramission Committee of the Whole - First Budget Hearing (7:00 pm _ 1 0:00 pm) Overview, Village Administration, Finance & Human Services Committee of the Whole - Se cond Budget Hearing (7:00 pm - 1 0:00 pm) Police, Fire and 'Community Development Committee of the WhoIe- Th ird Budget Hearing (7:00 pm - 1 0:00 pm) Public Works Department and Non-Departmental Troth in Taxation Public Hearing First Reading of Proposed Budget Ordinance at Village Board Meeting . Public Hearing and Second Reading of Proposed Budget Ordinance at Village Board Meeting Approved Budget available for distribution 10/08/02 10/08/02 10/17/02 10/24/02 11/07/02 11/14/02 10/22/02 11/12/02 11/26/02 12/03/02 12/03/02 12/17/02 1/17/03 VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT NEW SERVICE/PROJECT SUGGESTION FORM 2003 BUDGET Exhibit 4 Suggested by: New Service/Project Name: Description of New Service/Project: Estimated Cost (if known): Potential Source of Funds: Please return this form to the Village Manager by September 4, 2002. This area for the use of the Village Manager Assigned to the Department of: Comments: Signature of the Village Manager