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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/16/2015 VB MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT June 16, 2015 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Juracek called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m, ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Arlene Juracek Trustee Paul Hoefert Trustee John Matuszak Trustee Steven Polit Trustee Richard Rogers Trustee Colleen Saccotelli Absent: Trustee Michael Zadel PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Pledge of Allegiance led by Trustee Rogers INVOCATION Trustee Polit gave the Invocation, MINUTES Trustee Rogers, seconded by Trustee Hoefert, moved to approve the minutes of the regular Village Board meeting held June 2, 2015. Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli Nays: None Motion carried. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT AND APPROVE BILLS Mayor Juracek stated the next item on the agenda, "MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT AND APPROVE BILLS" was noted by an asterisk and unless there was a request to remove an item(s), all items further listed in that manner would be considered with one (1) vote as business item "IX. CONSENT AGENDA." MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Juracek welcomed Boy Scout Jacob Siefke, Troop 155; he is working on his Communications merit badge. ACCOLADES A. Certificate of Recognition: Police Officer Joseph Ziolkowski Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM) Police Chief Timothy Janowick and Ms. Rita Kreslin, Executive Director - Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists (AAIM) recognized Officer Joseph Ziolkowski for his focused efforts to identify and arrest intoxicated motorists. page 1 of 9 Village Board Meeting Minutes June 16, 2015 On May 13, 2015 Officer Ziolkowski made his 3001h arrest of an impaired driver. This career milestone illustrates Officer Ziolokowski's dedication to the removal of impaired drivers on Mount Prospect roadways. Noting Officer Ziolkowski's 27 year career with the Mount Prospect Police Department, Police Chief Janowick highlighted Officer Ziolkowski's ability to successfully remove intoxicated motorists from the roadway; leading to safer passage for all Mount Prospect residents and visitors in our community. Ms. Kreslin presented Officer Ziolkowski with a certificate from AAIM and a pin from IDOT; both in recognition of his 300th DUI arrest. As a leading advocate for the removal of impaired drivers from our roads, Ms. Kreslin thanked Officer Ziolkowski, Chief Janowick, the Mount Prospect Police Department and the Village Board for prioritizing this important safety issue. B. Proclamation Acknowledging the DUI Enforcement Efforts of Police Officer Joseph Ziolkowski Mayor Juracek presented the "Proclamation Acknowledging the DUI Enforcement Efforts of Officer Joseph Ziolkowski." On behalf of the Village Board and community Mayor Juracek thanked Officer Ziolkowski for his outstanding service to the community. APPOINTMENTS None. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS — CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Mr. Art Ellingsen Arlington Heights Mr. Ellingsen commented on an item on the Village's web site: Metropolitan Alliance of Police Annual Telephone Solicitation Process. He noted the solicitors are paid for their work; not volunteers. He believes the soliciting organization should reveal what percentage of the donations go to the Metropolitan Alliance of Police. Acting Village Manager Dave Strahl stated information on the web site clearly indicates, solicitations made on behalf of the Metropolitan Alliance of Police are made by employees of professional fund raising enterprises and not Mount Prospect police officers or sergeants. No Mount Prospect police officers or sergeants are involved in the practice of soliciting money from residents or businesses over the telephone for any purpose. Mr. Ellingsen also commended Officer Ziolkowski and the Mount Prospect Police Department for their efforts to keep impaired drivers off the road. CONSENT AGENDA Trustee Polit, seconded by Trustee Rogers, moved to approve the following business items: 1. Monthly Financial Report — May 2015 2. Bills dated May 28 — June 10, 2015 Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli Nays: None OLD BUSINESS None. page 2 of 9 Village Board Meeting Minutes June 16, 2015 NEW BUSINESS PZ -12-15 101 and 103 South Busse Road and 1420 and 1421 West Central Road, Mount Prospect School District 57 Mayor Juracek presented for a first (I") reading An Ordinance Approving a Map Amendment (Rezoning) to the Village of Mount Prospect Zoning Code for the Property Located at 101 and 103 South Busse Road and 1420 and 1421 West Central Road. This ordinance rezones 101 and 103 South Busse Road from RX Single -Family Residence to R-1 Single -Family Residence and 1420 and 1421 West Central Road from CR Conservation Recreation to R-1 Single -Family Residence. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of this request by a vote of 7-0. Community Development Director Bill Cooney provided background information stating the Petitioner is seeking to rezone two (2) parcels: (1) 101 and 103 South Busse Road from RX Single Residence and to R-1 Single -Family Residence and (2) 1420 and 1421 West Central Road from CR Conservation Recreation to R-1 Single -Family Residence. The two (2) parcels are a part of the overall seven (7) parcelsarea occupied by Westbrook School and related improvements. The Petitioner would like to consolidate the parcels into a lot of record and expand the existing parking with related improvements; access drive that would connect to Central Road. Mr. Cooney stated the proposed project meets Village Code; Illinois Department of Transportation has jurisdiction of curb cut on Central Road. In response to questions from the Village Board, Mr. Cooney provided the following: ■ If CR district not rezoned cannot consolidate into one (1) lot of record; two (2) lots. • Access drive meets Village Code — allowed. ■ Access drive — alleviate traffic on Busse Road. • Village Engineer review of design — indicated design appeared safe and would be approved by IDOT. ■ Not aware of any conflict with pedestrian crossing other side of open field. Mr. Dale Falk, Assistant Superintendent, Mount Prospect School District 57 and Mr. Nick Papanicholas, Construction Project Manager were in attendance to provide additional information and respond to questions from the Village Board. • School district acquired 19 South Busse Road to alleviate safety concerns; expand the parking lot and add another exit away from Busse Road. Anticipate this will reduce the amount of traffic on Busse Road. • District is changing drop-off procedures — parents must park and walk-in. • Two (2) traffic studies were conducted; have done due diligence. • Project will continue regardless of rezoning. • Applied for IDOT permit- waiting for approval. IDOT determines curb -cut. Buses will enter off of Busse Road — exit on Central Road. Parents can enter/exist via Central Road. • Easing congestion on Busse will enhance pedestrian safety; pedestrian walkway extended. • Consulted with Mount Prospect Traffic Engineer. 0 One (1) baseball field impacted by roadway; will work with Park District if need to add field. IN Significant traffic issue on Busse Road; need another exit point. Village Board Comments • Concerns with roadway — doesn't see benefit to Central Road traffic. • Preservation of green space with CR designation — ensure future use for recreational purposes. M; Zoning case is narrow but need better idea of what will happen with proposed project. page 3 of 9 Village Board Meeting Minutes June 16, 2015 • Traffic safety concern — cars turning right onto Central Road may not see cars turning right onto Central from Busse Road. • Sympathetic to remaining homeowners — project creates an island for remaining homeowners. • Project — all permitting requirements apply. • Road can be done without rezoning of CR parcel. • Number of traffic safety concerns with proposed road. • Fencing already in place as if project ready to go; sends wrong message to residents. • Trusts school district's objective associated with project but favors preserving CR zoning. Public Comment Mr. William Millar 1619 West Central Road Ms. Susan Boyle 9 South Busse Road Mr. Millar and Ms. Boyle addressed the Village Board regarding their concerns with the proposed project. • Traffic on Central Road is fierce; put road by Weller Creek. • Opposes road for a number of safety reasons; including cut -through traffic. • Recognize number of traffic issues on Busse Road with few alternatives. • Seek ways to reduce the volume of traffic at drop-off (1) increase amount of time for drop-off; reduce the number of students arriving at the same time (2) provide safe pathways to increase the number of students walking to school. • Opposes rezoning of CR district — detrimental effect on neighborhood if rezoned. • School District may decide to expand — not in line with Comprehensive Plan for area. ■ Unsafe to add roadway exit onto Central Road. Mayor Juracek provided a summary of the issues related to the Petitioner's request; staff to obtain additional information regarding CR zoning, IDOT permitting and traffic safety from Public Works Traffic Engineer . Mayor Juracek stated the ordinance would be held for a second (2nd) reading at the July 7, 2015 Village Board meeting. B. 1St reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 23, "Offenses and Miscellaneous Regulations" of the Village Code of Mount Prospect. Mayor Juracek presented for a first (1S) reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 23, "Offenses and Miscellaneous Regulations" of the Village Code of Mount Prospect. This ordinance amends Article V "Gambling," Section 23.502 "Gaming Devices" of Chapter 23, "Offenses and Miscellaneous Regulations" of the Village Code to comply with state regulations under the Illinois Charitable Games Act. Acting Village Manager Dave Strahl presented background information stating the amendment is a housekeeping issue, unrelated to the Village's recent discussion on video gaming. As allowed under Illinois State Statutes, the following activities would not be not considered gambling within the Village of Mount Prospect: 1) Bingo — Bingo License and Tax Act; 2) Raffles — Raffles and Poker Runs Act and 3) Charitable games — Charitable Games Act. Police Chief Timothy Janowick addressed the Village Board and responded to questions. ■ This ordinance makes the charitable games as funding raising activities legal. • The State of Illinois regulates and limits the number of gaming licenses. page 4 of 9 Village Board Meeting Minutes June 16, 2015 Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings of an ordinance: Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli Nays: None Motion carried. Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Saccotelli, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6201 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23 "OFFENSES AND MISCELLANEOUS REGULATIONS" OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli Nays: None Motion carried. C. 1St reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 20, "Animals" Articles I and IV of the Village Code of Mount Prospect Mayor Juracek presented for a first (1S) reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 20, "Animals" Articles I and IV of the Village Code of Mount Prospect. This ordinance amends Article I "Definitions" Section 20.101 "Definitions", Article IV "Dangerous Animals", Section 20.401 "Possession Unlawful' and Section 20.402 "Declaration as a Dangerous Animal' by deleting the term and definition of vicious animal. Acting Village Manager Dave Strahl provided background information stating this ordinance provides clarification to previous revisions of the Village Code pertaining to the definitions and classifications of "dangerous" animals and "vicious" animals. The Mayor and Village Board questioned the word "shall' in Section 3 of the proposed ordinance: A "dangerous animal' declaration "shall' be made for any animal which is known to have inflicted a bite or has otherwise attacked a person or other domestic animal. • Dogs trained to protect home/family should not be declared dangerous when acting upon unwelcome strangers entering a home. • Dogs protecting owner from attack from a human or another animal should not be declared dangerous. Police Chief Janowick stated the word "shall' should be removed and the word "may" inserted to correctly reflect the intent of the ordinance. The Village Board concurred with the revision, removal of the word "shall' and insertion of the word "may" to the proposed ordinance would accurately reflect the intent of the ordinance; dogs acting in defense of their owners would not be subject. Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Rogers, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings of an ordinance: page 5 of 9 Village Board Meeting Minutes June 16, 2015 Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli Nays: None Motion carried. Trustee Polit, seconded by Trustee Rogers, moved for approval of the amended Ordinance No. 6202: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 20 "ANIMALS" ARTICLES I AND IV OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli Nays: None Motion carried D. 1st reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 4 "Appointive Village Officers" Mayor Juracek presented for a first (1') reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 4 "Appointive Village Officers." This ordinance amends Article VIII "Police Department", Section 4.801 "Creation of Department; Appointment" of Chapter 4 "Appointive Village Officers" of the Village Code of Mount Prospect. The proposed modifications to Chapter 4 would allow permanent residents to be appointed to the position of sworn police officer. Acting Village Manager Dave Strahl provided background information stating the proposed change to the current hiring requirements for recruitment of police officers would include U. S. citizens or permanent residents. (The Village Code currently states: No person shall be appointed to the position of sworn police officers unless that person is a Citizen of the United States of America.) The proposed change has been previously discussed with the Board of Fire and Police Commission and at the June 9, 2015 Committee of the Whole meeting. The purpose of the request is twofold: 1) expand the recruit applicant pool for the Police Department in an effort to meet changing demographics within the Mount Prospect community and 2) expand the Police Department's outreach to these cultural communities. To effectuate the proposed change, the amendment to Chapter 4 would need to be adopted. Villa e Board Comments + Number of applicants for police officers has declined; harder to become a police officer. Extensive research both locally and nationally was conducted regarding recruitment and changing demographics. No preference given to non -citizens; added to pool of applicants to be considered. Mayor Juracek opened the meeting to Public Comment. A number of individuals were in attendance to address the Village Board. The following is a list of those individuals and their collective comments. Public Comment Ms. Angela Volpe Mount Prospect Robert Black Mount Prospect page 6 of 9 Village Board Meeting Minutes June 16, 2015 Carl Arriaza 1518 North Park, Mount Prospect Art Ellingsen Arlington Heights Tom Hoskinson 112 East NW Highway John Dyslin 820 Butternut, Mount Prospect John Elenberger 1422 Redwood, Mount Prospect • Village did not give adequate time or information to allow for consideration by populous. • Non -citizens taking jobs from citizens Invest in recruitment of veterans. First time non -citizen police officers taking oath to defend constitution seems ridiculous. Keep Village Code as is; Mount Prospect Police Officers should be U.S. Citizens Plenty of American citizens available to do the job. ■ Invest in U.S. citizen police officers — send to school for 2"d language and cultural skills. • This is a jobs issue — U.S. citizens need jobs. ■ Hire military veterans. • Wrong to have non -citizens policing citizens. • Problem finding qualified police is our own fault. • Police Union was not asked for input nor does Union support proposal. Police Chief Timothy Janowick responded to questions and provided additional information regarding the wide reaching recruitment process which includes: job fairs, websites, college campuses, and other social media resources. • Non -citizens can purchase and sell firearms and obtain conceal -carry permit(s). • Conceal -carry permit application does not ask if you are a U.S. citizen. • Research of other local municipalities indicated other municipalities do not exclude permanent residents from the recruitment process. Board of Fire and Police Commission (BOFPC) Chair Michaele Skowron addressed the Village Board. Chair Skowron stated discussion on this matter was in response to a Commission member's inquiry as to whether the Village's recruitment policy was in compliance with the Federal Government hiring practices. The Village Attorney indicated the existing language requiring U.S. Citizenship was within state and federal laws. Although, the Village Code did not need to be changed, the BOFPC and Police Administration conducted several discussions at BOFPC meetings, regarding the recruitment requirements and the ability to expand the applicant pool by accepting applications from non -citizens. The objective of the BOFPC is to recruit and hire the most qualified candidates to serve the residents of Mount Prospect. The BOFPC recognizes veterans are an important resource and want to hire veterans, however, it is not automatic for veterans to become police officers. The extensive hiring process includes written test, oral interviews, psychological evaluation, physical exam and polygraph test. The BOFPC remains committed to fielding the very best candidates for Mount Prospect. Village Board Comments a Non -citizens serve in the military — why ok to serve in military but object to local policing. a Public discussion — held June 9, tonight and will be conducted again on July 7t"; not a housekeeping issue, encourage public discussion. MPolice Chief Janowick and BOFPC provided evidence of numerous Illinois municipalities and other states that allow permanent residents (non -citizens) to serve as police officers; no exclusion. page 7 of 9 Village Board Meeting Minutes June 16, 2015 When first (1 st) presented did consider request with great pause. ■ Police recruitment process — extensive background check of applicants. Individuals seeking citizenship the right way should not be penalized. ■ Good policemen protect the Constitution. ■ Military not true comparison to police officers. ■ Proposed change does not create class to give permanent residents higher priority. Request staff to provide additional information regarding process/requirement to become permanent resident. Have heard and appreciate public comments. Greater understanding and tremendous respect for the work and responsibility of a police officer. Mayor Juracek recognized and thanked the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for their dedication and hard work on all matters related to the recruitment of public safety personnel. Mayor Juracek thanked the individuals who attended and/or participated in the discussion. Mayor Juracek stated the ordinance would be held for a second (2"d) reading at the July 7, 2015 Village Board meeting. (Staff to provide additional information on requirements to become a permanent resident.) VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT A. Motion to accept proposal for website hosting, re -design, development and implementation from Vision Internet in an amount not to exceed $70,265. Public Information Officer Marianthi Thanopoulos provided background information including an overview of the current website and its deficiencies, the Request for Proposal (RFP) process/cost, and staff recommendation. The Village currently hosts its website and sub -site (Experience Mount Prospect) on its own web server and the content management system (CMS) is Vision Internet. To lower the risk of Village servers being compromised through CMS, staff recommend moving hosting to an external web server. As part of this project there is an opportunity to refresh the Village's website and add a sub -site for Economic Development News and Events. The advanced technology now available will enhance the website's search functions and navigation as well website design and layout since it was last re -designed in 2009. Nine (9) RFP's were sent out, the Village received three (3) proposals; CivicLive, Vision Internet and American Eagle. The RFP criteria included user-friendly options, CMS tools, web features (calendars, e - newsletters, e-commerce), project examples and qualifications. Based on criteria assessment and references, staff recommend the contract for website hosting, re -design, development and implementation services be awarded to the second (2"d) lowest proposal submitted by Vision Internet in an amount not to exceed $70,265. Ms. Thanopoulos provided additional information in response to questions from the Village Board including: 10 Re -design of the website - will provide easier/intuitive search capabilities. • Using the Village's current provider (Vision Internet) aesthetics can be tweaked; have an enhanced design template. Website searches - with training new system will make website searches much easier. Village Board Comments Believes new Village Manager should have voice in decision related to website — does not support taking action at this time. page 8 of 9 Village Board Meeting Minutes June 16, 2015 ■ Current search engine is outdated and cumbersome. • Question recommendation when you pass on lowest proposal and go with current provider; need to try again to obtain references of vendor with lowest proposal. Public Comment Art Ellingsen Arlington Heights • Being state of the art only works for those individuals with state of the art equipment. • Thanked the Village Board for interaction —Village Board most open to public comment. Robert Black Mount Prospect Appears Village may be going overboard with revamp of website; but doesn't have enough information to criticize. To allow staff additional time to follow-up with references for the low bidder CivicLive and determine how long the cost proposals are effective, Mayor Juracek requested deferral of this item until the July 7, 2015 Village Board meeting. Trustee Polit, seconded by Trustee Rogers, moved to defer request to accept proposal for website hosting, re -design, development and implementation from Vision Internet in an amount not to exceed $70,265 until the July 7, 2015 Village Board meeting. Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers, Saccotelli Nays: None Motion carried Additional Public Comment Louis Goodman 310 North School ■ Questioned how to access Village "vouchers" — list of bills. Acting Village Manager Dave Strahl stated this information was available on the Village's website; included with Village Board meeting agenda packet. Mr. Strahl indicated he would walk Mr. Goodman through the process if he needed assistance. Acting Village Manager Strahl announced the following: • June 23rd Committee of the Whole meeting cancelled. ■ June 30th Village Board meeting cancelled — fifth Tuesday ANY OTHER BUSINESS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss Mayor Juracek asked for a motion to adjourn, Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved to adjourn the meeting. By unanimous vote the June 16, 2015 Village Board meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m. M. Lisa Angell Village Clerk page 9 of 9 Village Board Meeting Minutes June 16, 2015