HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/13/2003 CWC minutes MINUTES
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
COFFEE WITH COUNCIL
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2003
9:00 a.m.
Village Hall
2n~ Floor Conference Room
The Coffee with Council Meeting started at 9:00a.m. at the Village Hall.
Present:
Trustee Irvana Wilks, Chairperson
Trustee Timothy Corcoran - arrived at 9:45 a.m.
Trustee Michaele W. Skowron
Assistant Village Manager Dave Strahl
Chief of Police Richard Eddington
Lee Williams, 70 North Albert Street
Diane Blazek, 716 North Elmhurst Avenue
Alan Blazek, 716 North Elmhurst Avenue
Ramon Rubiu, 412 North Elmhurst Avenue
John Woytovich, 718 North Russel Street
Sonya Woytovich, 718 North Russel Street
Dorothy Svedman, 718 North Elmhurst Avenue
Merrill and Marie Cotten, 2710 South Briarwood Drive West
Carol Tortorello, 223 South Elrnhurst Avenue
Lee Williams
Mr. Williams came by to thank the Village Board and the staff for their help in addressing an on going
neighbor dispute.
Mr. Williams also inquired about the status of the crime free housing research. Trustee Skowron advised
that when Trustee Corcoran arrived that topic would be addressed, however Trustee Skowron suggested a
homeowner association could more effectively address the issues that were the source of the continuing
neighbor disputes.
Upon the arrival of Trustee Corcoran this topic was revisited. Trustee Corcoran again emphasized the
need for a homeowner association. It was suggested that Mr. Williams attend the Crime Free Housing
seminar hosted by the Schaumburg Police Department. Research will continue by the Mount Prospect
Police Department. One very significant difference between Schaumburg and Mount Prospect is that the
Schaumburg class is mandatory for all landlords or their management employees.
Mr. Williams had a question regarding a recent court appearance. Chief Eddington will research and
respond to Mr. William's inquiry.
offee with Council Minutes
September 13, 2003
Alan and Diane Blazek
John and Sonya Woytovich
Dorothy Svedman
This group approached the Board to request assistance with the resident at 719 North Elmhurst Avenue.
They provided a talking-points memo.
The most recent in a series of events was the painting of the exterior of the house at 719 North Elmhurst
Avenue in a bright red color with green trim. A lengthy discussion ensued. The option of an Appearance
Committee was talked about and the fact that the current situation would be "grandfathered" as an
existing condition.
It was decided that the mediation service provided by the Village would be tried. Assistant Village
Manager Dave Strahl will brief Lisa Angell on the specifics of the issue. All those present were reminded
that the mediation process is voluntary and it was agreed that Alan Blazek would represent the
neighborhood in the mediation process.
Merrill and Marie Cotten
Merrill Cotten wanted to thank the Board for their patience and dedication during Tuesday night's
meeting. The meeting was rather lengthy due to numerous zoning policy issues. Mr. Cotten said that is
was so important to invest the time upfront in the complex policy issues.
Mr. Cotten also had several questions on the budget. The issues regarding the Rainy Day Fund were
answered in depth by all trustees.
Lastly, Mr. Cotten inquired as to the location of the proposed Culver's Restaurant.
Police Chief Richard EddinRton~ Mount Prospect Police Department
Chief Richard Eddington provided a briefing to the trustees on Illinois Senate Bill 67 (SB67). This
proposed legislation addresses the issue of Illinois driver's license for individuals without social security
numbers, usually undocumented aliens.
The Trustees requested additional information including a copy of SB67. A future discussion of SB67
may be requested for a C.O.W. meeting.
The Coffee with Council meeting was concluded at 11:10 a.m.
R_espect~lly
Su .ibm tted. .
Chief of Police