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Home My WebLink About7. MEETING NOTICES 12/06/05 MAYOR Irvana K. Wilks VILLAGE MANAGER Michael E. Janonis TRUSTEES Timothy J. Corcoran Paul Wm. Hoefer! A. John Korn Richard M. Lohrs!orfer Michaele W. Skowron Michael A. Zade! VILLAGE CLERK M. Lisa Angell Phone: 847/392-6000 Fax: 847/392-6022 www.mountprospect.orr Village of Mount Prospect 50 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056 COMMUMITY RELATIONS COMMISSION ORDER OF BUSINESS REGULAR MEETING Meeting Location Village Hall 50 South Emerson Street Mount Prospect, IL 60056 Meeting Date and Time: December 8,2005 7:00 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES · November 10, 2005 Meeting IV. OLD BUSINESS · Update on Make a Difference Day · Review Record of Forum on Racism & Ethnic Diversity 2003 V. NEW BUSINESS · International Education Week VI. CORRESPONDENCE VII. ADJOURNMENT ---'-~.,-_.~__,..."~"""'~"..,''',.,'''''~".'''''''''-==,''''=,=.,,.c='''~_,~~'<~~='=__'~__'_"_'_~___'_'___"'__'_'_"_""______"..__ MINUTES COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION Community Center, Village Hall Thursday, November 10, 2005 r..J' [j] ! II D L1J /I ~ c;J U': U.., , ,~ U The Community Relations Commission (CRC) of the Village of Mount Prospect met Thursday, November 10, 2005, at the Mount Prospect Village Hall located at 50 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:08 p.m. by Chairman Tolbert. ROLL CALL Present Chairman Tolbert Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Muench Commissioner Fuller Absent Commissioner Parikh Also in attendance Michael Semkiu, Deputy Police Chief APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Hernandez made a motion to approve the minutes of October 13, 2005. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Fuller. The minutes were approved unanimously by the Commissioners present. OLD BUSINESS "Make A Difference Day" Update The Commission agreed the Make a Difference Day was a success. Commissioner Hernandez indicated additional musical instruments had been delivered to John Jay School. On Tuesday, November 15, 2005, representatives from school districts 21, 26, 57 and 59 will meet at John Jay School. In an effort to fairly and evenly distribute the instruments amongst the school districts, a lottery will be held to determine the order school representatives will choose instruments. Representatives will select instruments until all the instruments are distributed. Commissioner Hernandez is chairing the activity and invited those present at the meeting to attend. The Commission discussed the possibility of contacting the media to publicize the event. Commissioner Hernandez would attempt to contact the press. The Commission discussed their intent to support the event next year and anticipates starting to plan for the event earlier in the year. The Commission plans on inviting the Mayor to attend future event activities. The Commission discussed the possibility of holding a concert sometime in the future for students given musical instruments. The event can possibly be held at the Village Hall or library. Since there is currently no multi-school band, Commissioner Hernandez would speak to school representatives at the instrument distribution to determine interest in the activity and where a concert may be held. A concert might be used as a "kick-off' for next year's instrument collection. Commissioner Hernandez has the authority of the Commission to address how this can be accomplished, with the Commission deciding when and where the event will occur. Chairman Tolbert recognized Commissioner Hernandez's efforts on the project. Review Record of Forum on Racism & Ethnic Diversity 2003 This topic was included on the agenda at the request of Commissioner Parikh. Notes had been provided by Police Chief Eddington on the community program held through school district 214 over three (3) nights. The event was well attended with over 50 people attending. The Commission will hold the notes for the next scheduled meeting. Commissioner Fuller requested the Commission review the notes and discuss what actions to take. Chairman Tolbert and Commissioner Muench gave a brief description of the diversity program. The Commission indicated that program coordinator Mr. John Brennan would be contacted for additional information. Thanksgiving Program The Commission discussed the Thanksgiving Program sponsored by the Interfaith Council. The event is scheduled for November 20, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. The Commission expects a good turnout. Suburban Mosaic 2005 Chairman Tolbert spoke to Marilyn Guenther regarding the Mosaic program. A program is scheduled at the Mount Prospect Library where Japanese Americans will speak on their time in internment camps in California during WWII. The program will include a discussion on a book dealing with this topic. A large turnout is expected and the Commission was encouraged to attend. Tolerance Information Commissioner Muench inquired of Commissioner Fuller what activities have been done. Commissioner Muench expressed the importance of determining what issues of unrest exist. There are many things going on in the community the Commission is not aware of. Commissioner Muench expressed concern as to what can be done to help people heal. Commissioner Hernandez discussed the positive role schools have taken to assist students. Commissioner Muench looked for clarification as to what the role of the Commission was in the community. Commissioner Hernandez advised the Commission could look into what is happening in the community to address issues. Commissioner Muench indicated the need to reach out to the community. General Information The next scheduled meeting agenda will include a discussion on the Forum on Racial & Ethnic Diversity. Copies of the International Education Week materials are to be included with the meetings minutes and a planned discussion of the event. NEW BUSINESS Commissioner Muench requested the Commission's records be corrected to show her correct address as Ironwood Place instead of Ironwood. Commissioner Fuller discussed the International Education Week scheduled for November 14th through November 18th. Commissioner Fuller provided a pamphlet to each of the attendees at the meeting addressing this special week and suggested a celebration or recognition of the event next year. Commissioner Fuller indicated there was substantial information available on the event through the Internet. Commissioner Fuller described how the week is celebrated at Northeastern University, where she works. The university sponsors an international day of celebration for groups and clubs where ethnic foods are provided, information distributed and slide shows are displayed. Commissioner Hernandez indicated that John Jay School also celebrates the week with "bedtime with a book", guest book readers, and family activities. Chairman Tolbert reminded the Commission of the upcoming holiday reception and that all Commissioners were invited. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. with a motion by Commissioner Muench and seconded by Commissioner Fuller. Respectfully submitted, Michael Semkiu Deputy Police Chief ,--,.,......~.~.""._-.....'~_"~""r''''"'''.~.~~'~~A__.'_.'_-~'~~=~"""'""."''''''''''=.,,=';:.,.,;..~'''''','',;"''':=.-==''m'=_''';,''_,,~,._-~--'-~---'--.-------_._~----'~.,~~)"'".."'.~"",.~'=~:~;r~':<.~~:,_"''''',"'''''",..--'-''""--''",.",..,..___~~'''''''""-."=..~>='''''''"'=-.~~.__._,,.______.._____m__ MAYOR Irvana K. Wilks TRUSTEES Timothy J. Corcoran Paul Wm. Hoefert A. John Korn Richard M. Lohrstorfer Michaele W. Skowron Michael A. Zadel Village of Mount Prospect 50 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056 MOUNT PROSPECT YOUTH COMMISSION AGENDA DECEMBER 07, 2005 MOUNT PROSPECT POLICE AND FIRE HEADQUARTERS 112 EAST NORTHWEST mGHW AY 7:00 P.M. I. II. III. IV. IV. V. VI. VII. VIII. VIllI. X. XI. Call To Order Roll Call Approval of October 05, 2005 Minutes Approval of November 02, 2005 Minutes Bicycle Helmet Safety Committee Youth View Committee Special Events Committee Ordinance Review Committee Old Business New Business Other Business Adjournment VILLAGE MANAGER Michael E. Janonis VILLAGE CLERK M. Lisa Angell Phone: 847/392-6000 Fax: 847/392-6022 www.mountprospect.org It is the general expectation of the Mount Prospect Youth Commission that all members attend every meeting. If you are unable to attend a meeting, please contact Chairwoman Sarah Corcoran - 847-506-9232, Co-Chairwoman Nicole Braus - 847- 439-3261, or Secretary Cindy Rumore - 847-818-5237, by phone or bye-mail, 24 hours prior to the meeting. In an emergency, you may call the meeting room at the Mount Prospect Police and Fire Headquarters at 847-818-5337 at the time of the meeting. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for: - January 03, 2006 - February 01, 2006 - March 01, 2006 "'_'~"'^--""'_"~"''''_'_'''~"~~-=''''''''-'''''''"'=---''''''''~_'''-'''-._-,-.=~._,-"",_""==>==~O~"'"",-,.",."".7"-'"'''':;,",,",,,-,,..,_,,,'7'~."=.'''''''''~~__ , . MAYOR Irvana K. Wilks TRUSTEES Timothy J. Corcoran Paul Wm. Hoefert A. John Korn Richard M. Lohrstorfer Michaele W. Skowron Michael A. Zadel PRESENT: ABSENT: GUESTS: Mount Prospect VILLAGE MANAGER Michael E. Janonis VILLAGE CLERK M. Lisa Angell Phone: 847/392-6000 Fax: 847/392-6022 www.mountprospect.org Village of Mount Prospect 50 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056 MOUNT PROSPECT YOUTH COMMISSION MINUTES VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT - COMMUNITY CENTER 50 SOUTH EMERSON STREET WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 02, 2005 7:00 P.M. SARAH CORCORAN, CHAIRWOMAN MICHAEL ARTWOHL TIMOTHY ARTWOHL NICOLE BRAUS BRENT BUSSE ALYSSA HILLMAN DEREK STEINWEG AlA LARRY BRAUS AlA KIMBERLEY NAGEL AlA DAVID SCHEIN AlA PATTI WALPOLE SECRETARY CINDY RUMORE MICHAEL HIGGINSON, NICOLE LOGISZ, CHRISTY LUKAS, JUSTYNA MILEWSKI, JAMES RUETSCHE, MELODY RUETSCHE, ANDREW STEINWEG, AlA BRIAN GILLIGAN, AlA RICK LOHRSTORFER GEORGE CLOWES PAUL BERAUER - PROSPECTIVE NEW MEMBER FROM PROSPECT HIGH SCHOOL CALL TO ORDER CHAIRWOMAN SARAH CORCORAN CALLED THE NOVEMBER 02, 2005 YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING TO ORDER AT 7: 17 P.M. IN THE VILLAGE HALL COMMUNITY CENTER, MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS. ROLL CALL SECRETARY CINDY RUMORE READ ROLL CALL. MOUNT PROSPECT YOUTH COMMISSION MINUTES NOVEMBER 02, 2005 PAGE TWO APPROVAL OF MINUTES DUE TO ATTENDANCE, THERE WAS NO QUORUM AND THE MINUTES FROM THE OCTOBER 05, 2005 YOUTH COMMISSION MEETINGS WERE NOT APPROVED BICYCLE HELMET COMMITTEE - ANDREW STEINWEG ALYSSA HILLMAN, NICOLE LOGISZ, JUSTYNA MILEWSKI, DEREK STEINWEG DEREK STEINWEG REPORTED HE WAS WAITING FOR THE OWNER OF CAPANNARI'S TO SEND A SAMPLE COUPON FOR THE BICYCLE HELMET SAFETY PROGRAM. ALYSSA HILLMAN WAITING FOR A CALL BACK FOR THE NAME OF A CONTACT PERSON CONCERNING ELK GROVE VILLAGE BIKE FESTIVAL. YOUTH VIEW COMMITTEE - SARAH CORCORAN MICHAEL ARTWOHL, TIMOTHY ARTWOHL, NICOLE BRAUS MR. GEORGE CLOWES APPEARED AT THE YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING AND DISCUSSED THE YOUTH VIEW TAPING ON HURRICANE KATRlNA.MEMBERS TALKED WITH LIEUTENANT DONALD WISNIEWSKI FROM THE MOUNT PROSPECT FIRE DEPARTMENT WHO ASSISTED SAINT BERNARD PARISH IN NEW ORLEANS FOR TWO WEEKS FOLLOWING HURRICANE KA TRlNA. MEMBERS DISCUSSED A FOLLOW-UP YOUTH VIEW PROGRAM ON HURRICANE KATRINA WITH UNITED WAY YOUTH MEMBERS TO BE TAPED IN NOVEMBER. MR. GEORGE CLOWES SENT A PRESS RELEASE TO THE LOCAL NEWSPAPERS REGARDING THE YOUTH VIEW PROGRAM AND RECENT PROGRAMS TAPED FOR BROADCAST ON COMCAST CHANNEL 35. MR. GEORGE CLOWES TO COMPILE LIST OF YOUTH VIEW PROGRAMS TAPED. SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE - CHRISTY LUKAS NO REPORT. ORDINANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE - BRENT BUSSE MICHAEL HIGGINSON NO REPORT. NEW BUSINESS BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS HOLIDAY RECEPTION YOUTH COMMISSION MEMBERS DISCUSSED ATTENDING THE HOLIDAY RECEPTION ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29,2005. MEMBERS ENCOURAGED TO REPLY BY NOVEMBER 18, 2005. MOUNT PROSPECT YOUTH COMMISSION MINUTES NOVEMBER 02, 2005 PAGE THREE NEW BUSINESS - CONTINUED CELESTIAL CELEBRATION MEMBERS DISCUSSED ATTENDING THE CELESTIAL CELEBRATION ON SA TURDA Y, FEBRUARY 04, 2006. MEMBERS TO DECIDE AT THE DECEMBER MEETING. WINTER PARADE MEMBERS DISCUSSED P ARTICIP A TING IN THE SIXTH ANNUAL WINTER FESTIV AL PARADE ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 03,2005. COFFEE WITH COUNCIL NEXT MEETING: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2005 9:00 A.M. - 11 :00 A.M. - VILLAGE HALL 50 SOUTH EMERSON STREET SATURDAY, JANUARY 14,2006 MOTION TO ADJOURN MOTION: TO ADJOURN THE NOVEMBER 02, 2005 YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING. 1 ST TIMOTHY ARTWOHL 2ND MICHAEL ARTWOHL UNANIMOUS BY ALL YOUTH COMMISSION MEMBERS MEETING ADJOURNED CHAIRWOMAN SARAH CORCORAN ADJOURNED THE MEETING AT 7:35 P.M. /cjr MAYOR Irvana K. Wilks TRUSTEES Timothy J. Corcoran Paul Wm. Hoefer! A. John KOIll Richard M. Lohrstorfer Michaele Skowron Michael A. Zadel Village of Mount Prospect Community Development Department 50 South Emerson Street Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056 NOTICE VILLAGE MANAGER Michael E. Janonis VILLAGE CLERK M. Lisa Angell Phone: 847/818-5328 Fax: 847/818-5329 TDD: 847/392-6064 THE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2005 MEETING OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. AN AGENDA WILL BE SENT PRIOR TO THE DECEMBER 22, 2005 MEETING. (':\D~_l('urfli~:l~t..,; -~,::-,d -_._~---'-"~----~._---_._~.._._--~_._-,~----- Village of Mount Prospect 112 E. Northwest Highway Mount Prospect. Illinois 60056 BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS Phona 847/870-5656 THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 6,2005 HAS BEEN CANCELLED. --_._"......_--~_.._..._~---"'_._.,_~_~.~"v_~~..,~_'"'~_,-''''-'"''''''''''''~''''''",""l'<''''''''.=="="",,,,....,",~_~_~,_...______.~__" ___ _____.______.._.______ MAYOR Irvana K. Wilks TRUSTEES Timothy J. Corcoran Paul Wm. Hoefert A. John Kom Richard M. Lohrstorfer Michaele Skowron Irvana K. Wilks Michael A. Zadel VILLAGE MANAGER Michael E. Janonis VILLAGE CLERK M. Lisa Angell Village of Mount Prospect Community Development Department 50 South Emerson Street Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056 Phone: 847/818-5328 Fax: 847/818-5329 TDD: 847/392-6064 MINUTES COFFEE WITH COUNCIL Saturday, November 12, 2005- 9:00AM Community Center, Village Hall The meeting was convened at 9:00 a.m. Those present were Mayor Irvana K. Wilks, Trustees Timothy Corcoran, Paul Hoefert, and Michaele Skowron. Representing staff was Assistant Village Manager David Strahl and Community Development Director William Cooney. Residents in Attendance: Jim Corman Carl Erickson Dennis O'Meara Rodger Kruse Wes & Mary Pinchot D.J. Roe Al Engberg Andrew & Linda Mosca Michael J. Booge Irene Sylvester Carol Cain Jon Peterson Carol Tortorello 1348 Indigo Drive 519 N. Pine Street 105 N. Cathy 515 S. Louis 747 Whitegate 414 N. Pine Street 1801 Hopi Lane 102 N. Wille 219 S. Edward Street 1727 Crystal Lane 1717 Crystal Lane 15 N. Owen 223 S. Elmhurst Ave Jim Corman, 1348 Indigo Drive: Mr. Corman stated that he was here to discuss the proposed direct billing of garbage. He stated he had several concerns with this proposal and the financial impact it would have on him and others that have tight incomes in the Village. He questioned why the elimination of the vehicle sticker was tied to the direct billing of garbage. He felt that the Finance Commission proposal for balancing the budget was more acceptable than the Village Board's proposal. There was general discussion regarding the intent of the proposal. Several members of the audience concurred with Mr. Corman's comments. Coffee with Council Meeting Minutes November 12,2005 Page 2 Carl Erickson, 519 N. Pine: Mr. Erickson stated that he wanted to quickly echo Mr. Corman's comments regarding garbage and is concerned with the cost and impact on the residents. He also stated that Kensington Road, west of Route 83, is in very poor condition. Trustees advised Mr. Erickson that this is a State Route and that the Village has had ongoing conversations with IDOT to improve this roadway. However,IDOT's policy is that they will only complete major improvements on these types of roadways if the local municipality takes on responsibility for long-term maintenance of the roadway. The Village has been reluctant to accept that long-term financial impact and will continue to work with IDOT to improve this roadway. Mr. Erickson's final point related to the lighting of the intersection at Route 83, Kensington Road and Rand Road. He stated that it is a very dark area in the evening and the Village should look into the lighting at this very important intersection. Staff indicated that they would review that intersection to determine if lighting was appropriate. Dennis O'Meara, 105 N. Cathy: Mr. O'Meara stated that he had several concerns with the proposed direct billing of garbage. He laid out various options to address concerns previously raised by the Village Board regarding funding. The Board indicated that they would be discussing this topic at length at the Tuesday, November 15th Committee of the Whole meeting. They further suggested that any interested party may participate at that time. Mr. O'Meara also inquired on what the Village's emergency plan was in case of a catastrophic event. He was advised that the Mayor would have primary responsibility and the Village Board and Department Heads have had on-going training regarding this matter. Trustee Corcoran agreed with Mr. O'Meara that this was a valid concern and that he has been in discussions with appropriate staff to coordinate some long-term planning to respond to catastrophic events. Mr. O'Meara also stated that the Village's website could be enhanced by offering more information. He would like to have the capability to view contractor licenses and business licenses; essentially who is licensed to do work in the Village. He was advised that the Village continues to look at ways to enhance the web site and that providing license information on the website is certainly something that can be looked at. Rodger Kruse, 515 S. Louis: Mr. Kruse stated that there is a large pothole at the crosswalk at the intersection of Prospect Avenue and Mount Prospect Road in the Northeast quadrant of that intersection. He indicated it is a very large hole and would require an asphalt patch. He also stated that several of the handicap ramps being installed around the Lions Park area have not been completed and some did not have any type of barricading to protect residents. Mr. Strahl indicated that staff would make sure those were all barricaded properly and that he hoped the ramping would be installed in the next few weeks. Mr. Kruse then indicated that the home at 503 S. Edward had a multitude of cars, some of which appear to be commercial vehicles. Trustee Corcoran stated that this property is on the short-list of problem-properties in the Village and that the Village would be proceeding through the court process to address issues. Mr. Kruse's final point was that there were several over-grown shrubs protruding on to the public walkways around the neighborhoods just southwest of the Lions Park area. Mr. Cooney stated that staff would drive the area and advise residents who are violating this ordinance that they need to trim back the bushes. Coffee with Council Meeting Minutes November 12, 2005 Page 3 Wes and Mary Pinchot, 747 Whitegate: Mr. Pinchot stated that his wife Mary works for the Finance Department as the phone operator and has some input to provide the Board regarding the garbage proposal. Ms. Pinchot stated that the majority of the calls she has been receiving have been from seniors complaining about the proposed increase in the garbage fees and the $5 sewer fee that will be implemented at the beginning of next year. She stated that the majority of these individuals indicated an inability to pay additional fees and are concerned about their ability to stay in the Village. D.J. Roe, 414 N. Pine Street: Mr. Roe questioned where the new garbage toters would be required to be located on resident's properties. He was advised that they would have to be behind the front of any home, preferably in the backyard. He indicated a concern of having a one-car garage and that he would be unable to store these large toters in the garage, requiring him to store them outside. He said that his neighbors would not appreciate his garbage being stored outside. He also questioned if the Village eliminated the vehicle sticker how the Maple Street commuter lot would work. He was advised that the Village would be reviewing that if indeed the vehicle stickers are eliminated. Al Engberg, 1801 Hopi Lane: Mr. Engberg stated that he feels the garbage fees should be kept on the property tax bill versus the direct billing since it has benefits for the residents for tax purposes. He also questioned the proposed traffic unit being considered as part of the new budget. He questioned whether the Village had done an analysis of the success rate of other traffic units in surrounding towns in comparing the injury/accident rate in the towns that have a traffic unit versus those that do not. Mr. Engberg was advised that one of the major concerns raised by residents at meetings such as the Coffee with Council, relates to traffic in neighborhoods. There has been a strong desire by residents to have greater enforcement of traffic throughout the Village and that is why they are considering this request. Mr. Engberg also shared a story relating to a CD player that was stolen from his car parked outside his home. He relayed his disappointment with the response he received from the Police department during this particular incident. He stated he made four phone-contacts to the Police department with no response from Police personnel. Trustees requested that Mr. Strahl discuss the situation with the Police Department to determine why there was no response to Mr. Engberg's calls. Andrew and Linda Mosca, 102 N. Wille: The Mosca's indicated that they felt the Village should utilize Channel 17 to better advise the community on what ordinances and rules were being passed. They feel the programming for Channel 17 is very repetitive and there are great opportunities to educate residents on what is going on in the Community. Ms. Mosca then questioned where the $2.3 million currently budgeted to garbage would go if collection were changed to direct billing. The Village Board explained the proposal and where funds would be channeled if indeed the direct billing concept was approved. The Mosca's indicated their preference to maintain the current situation and increase property taxes to cover the cost of garbage collection. Coffee with Council Meeting Minutes November 12,2005 Page 4 Michael Booge, 219 S. Edwards: Mr. Booge indicated that he had recently moved into his home and it is under renovation. He stated it has a one-car garage and they currently have three cars they need to maneuver to get in and out of their property. He questioned if his neighborhood could petition to allow residents with vehicles to park on the street overnight. The board indicated that this was highly unlikely and that several other requests have been declined in the past. Mr. Booge indicated that he was undergoing a major reconstruction and the board questioned if he could incorporate a two-car garage into the proposal. There was continued discussion regarding his options for parking. The meeting adjourned at 11:15AM. Respectfully submitted, ~~1oo~; Director of Community Development H:IADMN\BILLICoffee w-councillminutes\2005\November 12,2005.doc