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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/18/2017 VB MinutesBoardDocs® Pro REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE BOARD - 7:00 p.m.. (Tuesday,, July 18, 2017) Generated by Karen Agora nos on Wednesday, July 19, 2017 1. CALL TO ORDER Meeting called to order at 7:03 PM Page 1 of 11 1.1 ROLL CALL Members present: Arlene Juracek, William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel 1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Mayor Juracek led the Pledge of Allegiance 1.3 INVOCATION - Trustee Grossi provided the Invocation 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 June 20, 2017 - Regular Meeting of the Village Board Motion by Michael Zadel, second by Richard Rogers to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village Board Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Minutes approved. 3. MAYOR'S REPORT 3.1 Annual Report of the Audit Committee and Acceptance of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for December 31, 2016. Finance Director David Erb provided background information on the Audit Committee and introduced Audit Committee Chair Mr. Tim McDermott. Mr. McDermott provided a summary of the 2016 audit, highlighting the most significant items. Mr. Erb added the Village received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its 2015 report, 23rd consecutive year. Application has been made to the Certificate program for fiscal year 2016. Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Colleen Saccotelli to accept the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for December 31, 2016. Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries 3.2 1st Reading of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. This ordinance increases the number of Class "F-3" Liquor Licenses by one (1) River Garden Inc. d/b/a River Garden Restaurant located at 1440 N. River Road, Mount Prospect, IL http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Page 2 of 11 Village Manager Michael Cassady reported he met with owners James and Grace Min regarding their interest in obtaining a liquor license for River Garden Restaurant. Mr. and Mrs. Min have established a thriving Korean BBQ restaurant in Waukegan and are interested in expanding their business in Mount Prospect. Mr. Min stated he purchased the property at 1440 N. River Road and is excited to bring Korean BBQ cuisine to Mount Prospect. Mr. Min, in response to a question from the Village Board, stated he anticipates opening in a few months. Village Board Comments • The property was vacant for a long time; good to see a business move in • Excellent location for a restaurant • Welcomed the Mr. and Mrs. Min to Mount Prospect and thanked them for investing in our Village Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance. Motion by Michael Zadel, second by Richard Rogers. Motion Carries Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Motion by Michael Zadel, second by Richard Rogers to approve AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries Ordinance No. 6333 3.3 1st Reading of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT Approve an Ordinance amending Chapter 13 (Alcoholic Liquor) of the Village Code in regard to Craft Distilleries. Mayor Juracek presented an ordinance amending Chapter 13 to include craft distilleries in response to an increase in popularity of such establishments. Mayor Juracek noted the Village Code was amended a few years ago, incorporating craft breweries. This ordinance will amend Chapter 13 of the Village code further by allowing the manufacturing and distribution of spirits or craft distilleries. Village Manager Michael Cassady met with the two co-founders of Two Eagles Distillery, 1880 S. Elmhurst Road and was impressed with their business plan. A representative from Two Eagles Distillery, Aaron Johnson, was present to answer questions from the Village Board. Mr. Johnson stated he is excited about this project and happy for the prospect to be in Mount Prospect. The Board expressed their support of the Distillery and welcomed the proposed business to Mount Prospect. Mayor Juracek noted this amendment does not grant Two Eagles a license but allows them to apply for an amended liquor license that includes craft distilleries. Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance, Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Michael Zadel. http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Page 3 of 11 Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Motion Carries. Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Michael Zadel to approve an AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries Ordinance No. 6334 3.4 APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Mayor Juracek presented the following appointments for Village Board approval: Audit Committee Re -appointment: Timothy McDermott (Chair) Term to expire July 2021 213 S. Pine Street Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Re -appointment: Jackie Hinaber 211 Coventry Place Term to expire April 2020 Economic Development Commission Appointment: James Drew To replace the unexpired term of Thomas Lowe 215 S. Emerson Street Term to expire December 2020 Thomas Zander 208 N. Forest Avenue Re -appointment: Thomas (Skip) Robertson (Chair) C -Line Products, Inc. 1100 E. Business Center Drive James Peterson Peterson Roofing 603 E. Kensington Firefighters' Pension Board Re -appointment: Dave Erb, Dir. Of Finance 50 S. Emerson Police Pension Fund Board Re -appointment: Dave Erb, Dir. Of Finance 50 S. Emerson Transportation and Safety Commission To Replace the unexpired term of Norm Kurtz Term to expire May 2019 Term to expire July 2021 Term to expire July 2021 Term to expire April 2020 Term to expire April 2020 http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Page 4 of 11 Re -appointment: Carol Tortorello Term to expire July 2021 223 S. Elmhurst Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Richard Rogers to approve the presented appointments/re- appointments. Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries 4. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD None. S. CONSENT AGENDA *A request by a resident to remove item number 5.6 from the Consent Agenda was granted by the Mayor and will be the first item presented under New Business. Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Colleen Saccotelli to accept the Consent Agenda Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries 5.1 Monthly Financial Report - June 2017 5.2 List of Bills - June 14 - June 27, 2017 5.3 List of Bills - June 28 - July 11, 2017 5.4 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PLAT OF DEDICATION FOR A PORTION OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 635 MEIER ROAD, MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS Approve a Resolution accepting the dedication of a portion of the property at 635 Meier Road, Mount Prospect, Illinois as public right-of-way. Resolution No. 24-17 5.5 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT AND THE COLONY COUNTRY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION FOR THE REGULATION AND ENFORCEMENT OF TRAFFIC REGULATIONS Resolution: Adopt an agreement between the Village of Mount Prospect and the Colony Country Community Association authorizing the Mount Prospect Police Department to enforce traffic laws on property and private roads controlled by the Association. Resolution No. 25-17 *5.6 Removed from the Consent Agenda A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM YEAR 2017 ACTION PLAN A request by a resident to remove this item from the Consent Agenda was granted by the Mayor and will be the first item presented under New Business. 5.7 A RESOLUTION FOR IMPROVEMENT UNDER THE ILLINOIS HIGHWAY CODE IN THE AMOUNT OF $55,000 FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING SERVICES. Resolution: Approve a resolution authorizing the expenditure of $55,000 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund to procure streetlight design and construction engineering services for the 2017 Central Road Streetlight Improvements Project. http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Page 5 of 11 Resolution No. 26-17 5.8 Motion to approve a Facade and Interior Build -out Grant for Honey Butter Restaurant, 106 W. Northwest Highway, in an amount totaling $16,411.32. VBA 48-17 5.9 Motion to approve a Facade and Interior Build -out Grant for Anthony Nudo, owner of the building located at 106 W. Northwest Highway, in an amount totaling $10,000 VBA 49-17 6. OLD BUSINESS None 7. NEW BUSINESS *5.6 Removed from the Consent Agenda A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM YEAR 2017 ACTION PLAN Community Development Director Bill Cooney stated a Public Hearing was conducted at the April 27, 2017 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting which allowed applicants for the grant program to present their funding requests. Tim Murphy Birch Manor resident Mr. Murphy stated he is a resident of the newly annexed property, Birch Manor. He began by thanking the Village Board for providing assistance and does not want to appear ungrateful by asking for additional assistance. As a part of unincorporated Cook County for many years, Mr. Murphy stated that funds were not allocated for upgrades they didn't know they would need. Mr. Murphy was joined by the newly elected treasurer and President of the Birch Manor Condo Association and spoke on their behalf. He affirmed that there are little reserves and they simply are unable to afford the improvements required by the Village. Mr. Murphy added that even with the generous contributions from the Village, they are unable to fund the required improvements. Mr. Murphy requested additional funds from the Village. Mayor Juracek stated the Board understands and appreciates the position Birch Manor is in. Mayor Juracek stated the existing conditions are putting the residents as risk. The Village and Fire Department are committed to ensuring the safety of the residents of Birch Manor. Mayor Juracek explained the CDBG grants are allocated annually and varies from year to year. As a resident of Mount Prospect, Birch Manor will have the opportunity next year to present their case to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Board Comments Suggested an alternative funding mechanism to offer funds through no interest loans for property owners. Mayor Juracek stated the need for a funding source for the 2018 budget. Finance Director David Erb added this will require further discussion with Village Manager Michael Cassady. Project is over a 4 -year span This is a life -safety issue. This project should be completed as quickly as possible and we should explore alternative funding sources. Mr. Cassady stated he looks forward to working with Birch Manor and their newly elected Board. Mr. Cassady left the meeting briefly to speak with Mr. Murphy to schedule a meeting date to discuss this issue further. http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Public Comment Yulia Bjekic 900 block of S. Hi Lusi Page 6 of 11 Ms. Bjekic expressed concern over the allocation of funds pertaining to the HUD program and grant. Ms. Bjekic noted more funding is allocated for general administration than for public service needs. Ms. Bjekic asked the Board why more money is allocated to repair sidewalks than public service needs including domestic violence, sexual assault and homelessness. Ms. Bjekic believes the allocation of funds should be adjusted. Ms. Bjekic asked about the reinstatement of the Community Relations Commission who handled this project in the past and believes this commission would better equipped to deal with social issues than the Planning and Zoning Commission. Board Comments • Ms. Bjekic was thanked for her comments • The Planning and Zoning Commission spends much time considering all programs • Sidewalk programs are targeted in low income neighborhoods Mr. Cooney provided the following response: • Restricted by the Federal Government as to where the block grant funds can be spent • A lot of thought and discussion goes into the decision process • Confirmed sidewalk programs must meet federal guidelines and funds are to be spend in low income areas. Motion by Richard Rogers, second by William Grossi to approve a RESOLUTION APPROVING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM YEAR 2017 ACTION PLAN Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries Resolution No. 27-17 7.1 1st reading of an ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23 "OFFENSES AND MISCELLANEOUS REGULATIONS" AND APPENDIX A. DIVISION III OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS Approve ordinance amending the Village Code redefining the offense of unlawful possession of cannabis as any amount not more than 30 grams. Chief of Police Timothy Janowick provided background information and answered questions from the Board. Chief Janowick stated the Cannabis Control Act was amended in 2016 that altered the statuary level for Possession of Cannabis in the State of Illinois including the following: 1. Possession of 10 to 30 grams of cannabis was reduced to a Class B misdemeanor. 2. Possession of 2.5 to 10 grams or less of cannabis was reduced to civil law offense punishable only by fine. 3. Possession of less than 2.5 grams of cannabis was reduced to civil law offense punishable only by fine. In addition, the Cook County State's Attorney's office changed their prosecution policy to reflect the following: http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Page 7 of 11 • No misdemeanor charges for possession of less than 30 grams of cannabis for individuals with less that three (3) arrests for similar charges The current Village code authorizes police officers to charge an individual with the offense of unlawfully possession of cannabis with a weight of less than 10 grams. To close the gap between the Cook County State's Attorney's prosecution policy not to charge persons possession less than 30 grams of cannabis and will provide the Village with the ability to prosecute cannabis possession between 10-30 grams. The amendment to Chapter 23, Section 103 of the Village Code re -defines the offense of unlawful possession of cannabis as any amount not more than 30 grams. Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an Ordinance. Motion by Richard Rogers, second by William Grossi. Motion Carries Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Motion by Michael Zadel, second by Paul Hoefert to approve an ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23 "OFFENSES AND MISCELLANEOUS REGULATIONS" AND APPENDIX A. DIVISION III OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries Ordinance No. 6335 7.2 PZ -01-17 / 2080 - 2090 W. Golf Road / Cornerstone Design Studio / Conditional Use for a PUD and Code Exceptions - 1st reading of an ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE TO ALLOW A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND CODE EXCEPTIONS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2080-2090 W. GOLF ROAD, MOUNT PROSPECT, IL Approve an Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use to Allow a Planned Unit Development and Code Exceptions for Property Located at 2080-2090 W. Gold Road, Mount Prospect. Community Development Director Bill Cooney presented background information including recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission, by a vote of 7-0, to allow multiple buildings on a single lot. The petitioners, Great Love Presbyterian Church, is requesting approval to add a third building to be used for Sunday School services and other classroom activities during the week. Additional improvements include street lighting, installation of landscape islands and improved trash enclosures. Mr. Cooney stated the petitioners are requesting exceptions from the code requirements to provide storm water detention for the entire site and to provide curb and gutter around the perimeter of the parking lot and driveways. If the entire parking lot is redone in the future, the existing code requirements will be enforced. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to allow the exceptions. Mr. Cooney provided the following in response to questions from the Village Board: • Final design not provided yet but a detention area will be present in the final plan • Lot coverage is not a problem; meets setbacks and will not affect neighbors Representative from Great Love Presbyterian Church provided the following in response to the Village Board: http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Page 8 of 11 • Improvements to church property for religious education needs and community gathering spaces. • Will address the sound concerns from neighbors by adjusting the time of services are offered • Agreed to improve and maintain landscape. • Agreed to limit evening worship times. • Exclusive use to church members but will offer their gathering space if requested by community. • Shared facility amongst community. Public Comment Greg Rommel resident Mr. Rommel, who lives next door to the subject property, expressed his concern over the location of the Church's garbage dumpster, adding it is too close to his home. Mr. Kim responded, stating understood the complaint and has worked with the architect to relocate the site of the dumpsters. Mr. Rommel added that the parking lot noise is the real issue, not the worship or music noise. The noise is the result of car doors being locked remotely. Mr. Rommel also expressed his concern that the Sunday school building will be open to public. The petitioners stated he offered his use of the building out of respect to the community and understands the concerns and will use discretion. The Board suggested the Petitioner have policies in place when defining community use. The Mayor suggested to the neighborhood that if noise does become a problem, they can file a formal complaint with the Village or dial 911. The Petitioner stated he understands the concerns of his neighbors. Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an Ordinance Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Paul Hoefert to approve an ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE TO ALLOW A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND CODE EXCEPTIONS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2080-2090 W. GOLF ROAD, MOUNT PROSPECT, IL Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Motion Carries Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve an ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE TO ALLOW A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND CODE EXCEPTIONS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2080-2090 W. GOLF ROAD, MOUNT PROSPECT, IL Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Motion Carries Ordinance No. 6336 S. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT Village Manager Michael Cassady announced the beginning of a new tradition by introducing new team members and announcing promotions at Village Board meetings. http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Page 9 of 11 Human Services Director Julie Kane introduced the following new members of the Human Services team: Ginny Thomas - Senior Services Social Worker Ester Martinez - Police Social Worker Victoria Bran - promoted to Deputy Director of Human Services Ms. Thomas and Ms. Martinez were welcomed to the Village team and Ms. Bran was congratulated on her promotion. Mayor Juracek added she is pleased with the direction the Human Services team is heading. 8.1 Motion to accept bid for the Louis Street Relief Station Improvements in an amount not to exceed $196,295. Accept the lowest cost, responsive bid to construct the Louis Street Relief Station Improvements submitted by Marc Kresmery Construction, LLC of Elgin, Illinois in an amount not to exceed $196,295. Public Works Director Sean Dorsey provided background information and staff recommendation. Mr. Dorsey stated this is a project continuation of an ongoing program to rehabilitate the Villages' sewer pumping stations. The Village currently owns ten (10) sanitary relief stations; the Louis Street Relief Station is the fourth one to be rehabilitated. The project includes the reuse of existing equipment including the generator and communication system. This project includes the replacement of underground electrical feed, installation of packaged replacement pump station and additional electrical control equipment. Bid invitations were sent to nine firms; two bids were submitted. The lowest cost bid was submitted by Marc Kresmery Construction in Elgin. This firm has completed similar work for the Village and their work has been satisfactorily and under budget. Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Michael Zadel. Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries VBA 50-17 8.2 Motion to accept bid for New Sidewalk Construction in an amount not to exceed $149,555. Accept the lowest cost, responsive bid for the 2017 New Sidewalk Construction Project as submitted by Schroeder & Schroeder, Inc. of Skokie, Illinois in an amount not to exceed $149,555. Mr. Dorsey provided background information and staff recommendation. The 2017 New Sidewalk Program includes the installation of new sidewalk where sidewalk is missing. Two locations are included this year's program: 1) South side of Gregory Street between Oak Street and Meadows Park west of Dale Avenue and 2) East side of Rand Road, north of Highland Avenue. Seven contractors submitted bids for this project. Lowest cost bid was submitted by Schroeder & Schroeder from Skokie, Illinois. This firm has performed work for the Village in the past and is well qualified. Staff recommends including a 10% contingency to allow for quantity variances and unanticipated conflicts. http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Board Comments Page 10 of 11 • This project improves the safety of our residents; pleased the project is moving forward • Trustee Saccotelli, responding to a resident concern, was commended for bringing this project to the forefront Public Comment Louis Goodman 310 N. School Street Mr. Goodman inquired if this construction is to take place in front of residents homes and if the residents would be required to share the cost with the Village. Mr. Dorsey stated this project is for new sidewalk construction where no previous sidewalk existed, so there is no cost to the resident. Motion by Michael Zadel, second by Colleen Saccotelli. Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries VBA 51-17 8.3 Motion to accept bid for 2017 Backyard Drainage Program in an amount not to exceed $116,236. Accept the lowest cost, responsive bid to construct the 2017 Backyard Drainage Program Improvements as submitted by Martam Construction of Elgin, Illinois in an amount not to exceed $116,236. Mr. Dorsey stated this project is also a continuation of a long term project to assist residents who experience flooding in their backyard. To accommodate the ponding water, rain gardens are installed around the inlets. Rain gardens provide a place for ponding water to accumulate and provide a mechanism for the water to infiltrate into the ground quickly. Property owners are responsible for the maintenance of storm sewer and and rain gardens on private property; Village maintains the public right of way. Property owners are responsible for a portion of this cost; The Village pays 75% of the cost and homeowners are required to pay 25% of the cost with a maximum of $5,000. Four contractors submitted bids for this project. The lowest cost bid was submitted by Martam Construction. The have proven to be a qualified, responsible firm and have worked on several Village projects; all completed satisfactorily and under budget. Staff recommends including a 10% contingency. Responding to a question from the Village Board, Mr. Dorsey stated the resident is responsible for maintaining the area on private property and the Village is responsible for maintaining the public right-of-way. Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Richard Rogers. Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries VBA 52-17 8.4 Motion to accept bid for Brick Paver Sidewalk Sealing in an amount not to exceed $75,000. http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017 BoardDocs® Pro Page 11 of 11 Mr. Dorsey presented background information for the proposed contract for sealing brick paver sidewalks throughout the downtown area. The sealing of brick pavers provides routine maintenance to establish a protective barrier that seals out moisture, dirt and paint and also maintains the color of the brick. All brick pavers sidewalks are sealed on a six-year cycle. Two bids were received for this project; the agreement is for a two year term. Midwest Brick Paving of Antioch submitted the lowest cost bid. Midwest Brick Paving has held the brick sealing contract for the past several years. Their work has been acceptable, on time and within budget. Mr. Dorsey provided the following in response to questions from the Village Board: • The life span of brick pavers versus concrete is comparable; brick pavers are more aesthetically pleasing. • The vast difference between the two bids is due to the lack of firms performing this type of work. A new type of brick is available that does not require the process of sealing. • Midwest Brick Paving provided the true cost of the project. Motion by Michael Zadel, second by William Grossi Yea: William Grossi, Eleni Hatzis, Paul Hoefert, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel Final Resolution: Motion Carries VBA 53-17 9. ANY OTHER BUSINESS Village Manager Michael Cassady thanked the Mount Prospect Park District for their role in a successful Centennial Summer Barbeque, hosted by Mayor Juracek. to recognize the Boards and Commission. The Mount Prospect Downtown Block Party is this weekend, July 21-22. 10. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Juracek asked for a motion to adjourn. Trustee Hoefert, second by Trustee Zadel moved to adjourn the meeting. By unanimous vote the July 18, 2017 Village Board meeting adjourned at 8:53 PM http://www.boarddocs.com/il/vomp/Board.nsf/Public 8/2/2017