HomeMy WebLinkAbout3.1 MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE BOARD — 7:00 PM Tuesday,
July 21, 2020
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Juracek at 7:03 p.m.
1.1 Roll Call
Members present upon roll call by the Village Clerk: Arlene A Juracek, Colleen E Saccotelli, Eleni
Hatzis, Michael A Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard F Rogers, William A Grossi
Absent: None
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance - Trustee Zadel led the Pledge of Allegiance
1.3 Invocation - Trustee Saccotelli provided the Invocation
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village Board - July 7, 2020
Motion to approve the minutes of July 7, 2020
Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Richard F Rogers.
Yea: Colleen E Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael A Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard F Rogers, William
A Grossi
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
MAYORS REPORT
3.1 Annual Report of the Audit Committee and Acceptance of Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report
Mayor welcomed Audit Committee Chair Tim McDermott, who presented a summary of the 2019
audit, highlighting the most significant items of a successful year. Mr. McDermott stated the Village's
independent audit firm, Sikich, LLP has issued a clean opinion on the financial statement, stating it
fairly represents the financial condition of the Village. Mr. McDermott added the Village received the
Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 2018 report and expects the
2019 audit will receive the same recognition.
Director of Finance Amit Thakkar provided additional information. Mr. Thakkar added that 2019 is
Sikich,LLP's sixth and final year as auditors for the Village. Village staff have prepared and
published an RFP seeking proposals from audit firms. The Audit Committee will be recommending a
new five-year engagement with a new audit firm this fall.
Motion to accept the Annual Report of the Audit Committee and Acceptance of Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report.
Motion by Richard F Rogers, second by Michael A Zadel.
Yea: Colleen E Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael A Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard F Rogers,
William A Grossi
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
4. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
None present. Mayor Juracek announced that no public comment forms were received via email.
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5. CONSENT AGENDA
A request by Trustee Grossi to remove item 5.7 from the Consent Agenda was granted by Mayor
Juracek. This item will be the first item discussed under New Business.
5.1 List of Bills - July 1, 2020 - July 14
5.2 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT
PROSPECT. This ordinance decreases the number of Class "S-6" Liquor Licenses by one (1)
Gathered LLC d/b/a Gathered Boutique located at 117 S. Emerson Street Mount Prospect, IL
Ordinance No. 6522
5.3 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT
PROSPECT. This ordinance decreases the number of Class "S-6" Liquor Licenses by one (1) Kaitlin
Skye Collins d/b/a The Collective located at 13 E. Prospect Ave. Mount Prospect, IL
Ordinance No. 6523
5.4 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT
PROSPECT. This ordinance decreases the number of Class "F-2" Liquor Licenses by one (1) 1706
East Kensington LLC d/b/a Greek Feast located at 1706 E. Kensington Mount Prospect, IL
Ordinance No. 6524
5.5 Motion to continue PZ -10-20 / 50 S. Emerson Street / 1st reading of an ORDINANCE AMENDING
CHAPTER 11 AND CHAPTER 14 OF THE VILLAGE CODE to the September 1, 2020 meeting of the
Mount Prospect Village Board.
5.6 Request Village Board approval to accept public improvements for the Park Terrace
Rowhomes at 3-27 N. Elmhurst Avenue
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5.7 Motion to allow the Village of Mount Prospect to invest the Village funds in the I PRIME fund with
PMA Investments.
Item 5.7 is removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion under New Business. This
item is not to be considered in the motion and vote for approval of the consent agenda.
Motion to approve the consent agenda as presented with the exception of item 5.7
Motion by Richard F Rogers, second by William A Grossi.
Yea: Colleen E Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael A Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard F Rogers, William
A Grossi
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
6. OLD BUSINESS
None
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7. NEW BUSINESS
5.7 Motion to allow the Village of Mount Prospect to invest the Village funds in the IPRIME fund with
PMA Investments. (Item removed from consent agenda)
Director of Finance Amit Thakkar provided information. PMA Investments is the Village's investments
and bond advisors. Mr. Thakkar stated the Village is currently using their investment platform and the
liquid funds are kept at Citi Bank. Due to a change in PMA Investments model, the liquid funds will be
moved from Citi Bank to the Illinois Public Reserves Investment Management Trust fund. This fund is
highly rated. Mr. Thakkar stated this proposal was discussed at the Finance Commission meeting and
a received positive recommendation from the Finance Commission. Mr. Thakkar added neighboring
towns have converted to the Illinois Public Reserves Investment Management Trust.
A discussion followed. Mr. Thakkar responded to questions from the Board. Due the complicated
nature of this proposal and requests for additional information, it was proposed to table this item to the
August 4, 2020 Village Board meeting.
Motion to table this item to the August 4, 2020 Village Board meeting.
Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Richard F Rogers.
Yea: Colleen E Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael A Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard F Rogers, William
A Grossi
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
7.1 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STAFF TO ENTER INTO PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING
SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF
THE MELAS/MEADOWS BRIDGE PHASE 1 STUDY PROJECT AND THE TRAIN STATION
PLATFORM EXTENSION PROJECT
Director of Public Works Sean Dorsey stated the Village is developing two (2) capital projects that
have been identified in the Village's Strategic Plan as key projects. Both projects, the Melas/Meadows
Bridge Phase 1 project and the Train Station Platform Extension project, impact Union Pacific
Railroad's right -of-way and require engineering review and coordination with the railroad. Mr. Dorsey
stated both projects have been approved by the Village Board to develop engineering plans. Mr.
Dorsey provided details on both projects. Mr. Dorsey noted that staff is in the process of confirming a
$900,000 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity grant for the platform extension
project. Mr. Dorsey added that neither project can be further developed without engineering review
and feedback from the Union Pacific Railroad.
Board Comments:
• Questioned why these two projects are presented as one resolution.
Expressed disappointment that other taxing bodies have not committed to financial support
for the Melas/Meadows Bridge project.
Mr. Dorsey provided the following in response to questions from the Board:
• Approval of the agreements are necessary for the projects to move forward
• Grant application for the Bridge project were due at the end of June; Village should receive
award notice by the end of summer
� Staff has received notice of a grant award from DCEO (Department of Commerce &
Economic Opportunity)
Staff has applied for an Invest in Cook grant for the bridge project
The Board discussed the option of separating the subject resolution into two (2) separate resolutions,
respective to each project. Village Attorney Lance Malina provided procedural direction. Mr. Malina
stated resolutions, in general, are intended to track the approval and authorization of agreements and
contracts. The Board can proceed with separate votes for each project tonight as presented. Separate
resolutions can be drafted at a later date and presented under the consent agenda for Board approval
at the next meeting of the Village Board on August 4, 2020. The outcome determined by the votes
taken at this meeting is final.
Motion to separate the resolution authorizing staff to enter into preliminary engineering service
agreements with Union Pacific Railroad into two resolutions specific to the individual projects.
Motion by William A Grossi, second by Richard Rogers.
Yea: Colleen E. Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, William A. Grossi, Richard F. Rogers
Nay: Michael A. Zadel
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Motion to approve a resolution authorizing staff to enter into Preliminary Engineering Service
Agreements with the Union Pacific Railroad for the development of the Melas/Meadows Bridge Phase
1 Study Project.
Motion by Michael A Zadel, second by Colleen E Saccotelli.
Yea: Colleen E Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael A Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard F Rogers
Nay: William A. Grossi
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Motion to approve a resolution authorizing staff to enter into Preliminary Engineering Service
Agreements with the Union Pacific Railroad for the development of the Train Station Platform
Extension Project
Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Richard F Rogers.
Yea: Colleen E Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael A Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard F Rogers, William
A Grossi
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
8 VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT
8.1 Motion to accept bid for Cleaning Services by Multi Systems Management of Chicago, Illinois, in
an amount not to exceed $201,339.
Director of Public Works Sean Dorsey provided background information, bid results and staff
recommendation. Mr. Dorsey stated the current contract with Crystal Maintenance of Mount Prospect
expired at the end of December, 2019. Due to the construction of the new Police headquarters, Fire
headquarters and the Maple Street Parking Garage that will significantly alter the scope of work in for
the new contract, staff requested and the Board authorized an extension of the contract until August 1,
2020. The proposed scope of work in the new contract includes daily cleaning at the following
locations: Village Hall, Police Headquarters, Fire Department Headquarters (Administration Area),
Railroad Station, Fire Stations 12 & 14 (floors only), Pistol Range, Public Works (Administration Area),
Community Connection Center, Emergency Operations Center, Emerson Street Parking Deck and the
Maple Street Parking Deck.
Mr. Dorsey stated the bid award is three-year term. The contract also provided for two (2) one (1) year
extensions at the 2023 pricing. Mr. Dorsey stated five (5) bids were received. One bid was deemed
non-responsive due to the the lack of a bid bond. The lowest cost bid was submitted by Multi System
Management of Chicago. Multi System Management has not performed work for the Village in the
past. Staff received positive feedback from their references and are satisfied they are equipped to
perform the work as stated in the contract. Mr. Dorsey stated the proposed contract includes a 10%
contingency.
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Motion to accept the proposed bid.
Motion by Paul Hoefert, second by Michael A Zadel.
Yea: Colleen E Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael A Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard F Rogers, William
A Grossi
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
8.2 Motion to accept NWMC/SPC Fuel bid in an amount not to exceed $363,222.
Director of Public Works Sean Dorsey provided background information regarding Northwest Municipal
Conference/Suburban Purchasing Cooperative's (NWMC/SPC) contract to purchase fuel for Village
vehicles and equipment. Mr. Dorsey stated there are more than 15 municipalities who participate in
this joint purchasing contract. The contract expired on July 5, 2020. NWMC/SPC awarded a new
contract on June, 2020 following a public bid process. Mr. Dorsey provided information on the bid
process. The lowest cost bid was submitted by Al Warren Oil Company and is effective from July 6,
2020 to July 5, 2021. The contract includes three (3) one (1) year extensions at the same terms. The
extensions must be approved by NWMC/SPC governing board.
Motion to accept the proposed bid
Motion by Michael A Zadel, second by Richard F Rogers.
Yea: Colleen E Saccotelli, Eleni Hatzis, Michael A Zadel, Paul Hoefert, Richard F Rogers, William
A Grossi
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
9. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
None.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss Mayor Juracek asked for a motion to adjourn. Trustee
Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Grossi, moved to adjourn the meeting. By unanimous vote, the July
211 2020 meeting of the Village Board adjourned at 8:20 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Karen M. Agoranos
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