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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/28/1990 COW minutes MINUTES COMMITI~EE OF THE WHOLE AUGUST 28, 1990 I ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. Present at the meeting were. Mayor Gerald L. Farley, Trustees Ralph Arthur, Mark Bnsse, Timothy Corcoran, Leo Floros, George Van Geem (at 7.40 p m) and Theodore Wattenberg Also present at the meeting were Village Manager John Fulton Dtxon, Assistant Village Manager John Burg, Public Works Director Herb Weeks, Planning and Zoning Director Dave Clements, Finance Director Dave Jepson, D~rector of Inspection Services Chuck Bencic, Deputy Pubhc Works Director Glen Andler, Recychng Commassion members Ken Westlake, Dick Bachhuber and Paul Hoefert, three members of the press and f?fteen persons in the audience. II. MINUTES The Minutes of the Committee of the Whole meeting of August 14, 1990 were accepted and filed Trustee Van Geem was not present when the Minutes were adopted. III. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Mr. Ron Wold, of 617 North Forest Avenue, was on hand to complain about the flooding that he has been experiencing He said that at 3:45 a m, on August 18, the flood waters from the sewers filled his basement. He was disappointed that the recent street project did not solve the flooding problem. He said that dirt and sod were washed out on to the street from water coming from the District 214 property. He challenged the Village and District 214 to take care of the flooding ~ problems. Jim Cardom, of 610 North Fairview, also complained about the water in his basement. He said the Village spent the money but the problem was not solved. George Watanabe, of 607 North Prospect Manor, also complained about the flooding problems. He said that some neighbors had moved out of town because of the problem. He asked that something be done Charles Peterson, of 606 North Prospect Manor, said that he has hved here for 30 years. In 1987, he said he lost $21,000 due to flooding Once again, he has been flooded by this recent storm He would like to see something done about this serious problem. Mayor Farley said he would like to accept the challenge of these residents to see what can be done about the flooding problem He said he would like to meet with the residents in this area to learn from their experiences He noted that a Flood Study is in the draft stage and that in the near future, the Board should be able to react to the findings. Trustee Floros said he moved into that area in 1959 and also experienced these flooding problems He is upset that the problem has not been solved even though money has been spent. He said no group has'shown more patience than these residents. In response to questions by the Committee, Manager Dixon indicated,that the Village had requested that D~strlct 214 install berms to hold back the runCoff from the ball fields., However,,D~strict 214 refused to install the berms. Trustee Corcoran was upset because he felt the School District should be reqmred to install the berms. He suggested that the Board meet wath the School Board to try to negotiate the installation of the berms. He suggested a temporary solution; namely to install sandbags in that area to prevent further flooding Trustee Busse also felt that the V~llage should go to the School Board and get something done immediately. Trustee Van Geem said the reason this problem has been going on for 30 years is that it is a complex problem. He suggested that the Village wait to get the expert opimon and do the project right. He d~d not feel that the sandbags or a berm would solve the problem. -Mr. Weeks said this (vas a si~-inch' storm. The Deep Tunnel Was full ~tnd water had to be dumped into the Lake. The solution will no,t,be simple nor wall ~t be inexpensive. ~ ~ , Trustee Wattenberg said he is very sympathetic toward the residents in this area, but he felt the ,Vl!lage needs to follow expert advice. Mayor Farley said the ~rilhlge will'be meeting ~vith residents (vhen we obtain results of,the Sturdy. Dick Bachhuber also spoke in regard to the flooding from personal experience He noted that solving the problem in one are~ without knowing the consequences to other areas is not reasonable. He suggested waiting for the expert advice. -2- IV. DISCUSSION OF INCREASE IN CDBG LOAN LIMIT Village Manager Dixon explained the need to increase the loan hmit for the CDBG program. After discussion, Trustee Wattenberg moved and seconded by Trustee Corcoran to support the recommendation of the Village Manager to increase the CDBG loan limit from $15,000 to $25,000. By voice vote, motion carried unammously. The appropriate Resolution will be drafted for the next Board meeting. V. MULTI.FAMILY RECYCLING PROGRAM Ken Westlake reported on the recommendations of the Recychng Commission with regard to the Multi-Family Recycling Program He said the Commission recommends curbside recycling for low density multi-family umts. This program would be operated just like the current Resident~ai Program with blue bins. He smd that later this year, the Commission would like to come back to the Vdlage Board with a recommendation for one to three yard dumpsters to deposit rmxed recyclables at high density multi-family units. The Committee commended the Recychng Commission for the excellent and qmck work to develop a program for multi-family houmng units. VI. DISCUSSION ON REBATE OF REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX F~nance Director Dave Jepson indicated that the financial impact of a $2 00 per $1,000 rebate of the Real Estate Transfer Tax for existing businesses that relocate within the Village would be mlmmai. He said this would be a good incentive for businesses within the commumty. ' , ~ ~ In response to a question from Trustee Van Geem, Mr. Jepson noted that he had tried to look at any possible loopholes in this Ordinance. However, he noted there would be a minimal loss of revenues at any rate The Committee asked staff to prepare the appropriate Ordinance for the next Board meeting VII. HOME OCCUPATION LICENSE Mayor Farley said the Chamber had requested that the Village enact an Ordinance ~to allow home occupations. Trustee Wattenberg smd that he agrees with home occupations He asked that the Village obtain advice from the NWMC the Chamber of Commerce, said that Mount Mr. Mike Moran, representing Prospect and another community are only two two of 13 towns in the area which do not allow home occupations. He said the Chamber receives many calls aslang about home occupations, but the Chamber must tell them these are not allowed He said some people do not move into town for this very reason He ~suggested that any Ordinance would eliminate problematic aspects of home occupations such as materials stored outside, heavy traffic and parked vehicles. · The Committee asked various questions about home occupations. Trustee Arthur requested a list of businesses from Janet Hansen which she feels should be allowed. Mayor Farley asked for input from citizens on this issue This topic was continued until the next Committee of the Whole meeting on September 11 so that Janet Hansen of the Chamber of Commerce could be on hand. VIII. CAMP MCDONALD ROAD JURISDI~'YIONAL TRANSFER ! Village Manager Dixon suggested that if the Village Board decides to accept a jurisdictional transfer of Camp McDonald Road, the Village ~should require a concrete road with curb and gutter, an enclosed sewer system instead of ditches and a three-lane road to allow for a 'turmng lane. He noted that the only way the County wall improve the Road is if there is a jurisdictional transfer., Trustee Corcoran felt the jurisdiction should remain wath the County He was concerned about where the money to repair the Road would come from inlater years. He said it is their Road and they should improve and keep the Road. He does not want to see other gove~rnments?ry_ ~, to pass the buck to the mumclpahties .... ~ ~ ~ Trustee Van Geem agreed, noting the County keep the Road. Mayor Farley asked what funds may be available for multl-junsdlct~onal roads from the NWMC. Manager D~xon explained the program and said that the various commumties must compete for these funds., The Cormmttee asked the Manager to set up a public meeting to allow residents along Camp McDonald Road to express their views about the proposed project. IX. MANAGER'S REPORT 1. Village Manager Dixon said that the Open Houses at the Public Safety Facility will begin the first Saturday after Labor Day. He invited any person or group to set up~a tour of the facilities so they can see the reason a new Public Safety Facility is required ~ ...... ~ ' 2' Manager Dixon mentioned that an Executive Session will have to be held at the next Board meeting to discuss litigation. X ANY OTHER BUSINESS Trustee Wattenberg congratulated Leo Floros and his wafe for the upcormng trip to Germany and other locations. rustee Arthur asked about the Village's policy regarding Village employees who are called up to the Reserves He noted that two F~refighters have been called up Finance DireCtor Jepson smd the Village pays the employees the d~fferential between the Military pay and the Village salary. He said they receive medical and other benefits too. Trustee Corcoran requested a status report on litigation against the Village. At 9:55 p.m., the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully subrmtted, JOHN P. BURG JPB/rcw Assistant Village Manager