HomeMy WebLinkAbout7. MEETING NOTICES 11/08/2006
Village of Mount Prospect
112 E. Northwest Highway Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS
Phone
847/870-5656
MEETING NOTICE
DATE:
LOCATION:
TIME:
November 6,2006, Monday
Police & Fire Headquarters
112 E. Northwest Highway
Fire Department Conference Room, 2nd Floor
5:00 p.m.
AGENDA
I. Approval of Minutes
· October 11, 2006
II. Closed Session
· Approval of Minutes - October 11,2006
· Personnel
III. Police Department Update
IV. Fire Department Update
V. Military Preference Points
VI. Paid-On-CaII Preference Points
VII. BOFPC Rules & Regulations Revisions
VIII. Correspondence
IX. Other Business
MOUNT PROSPECT BOARD OF
FIRE & POLICE COMMISSIONERS
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ANY INDIVIDUAL WHO WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND THIS MEETING BUT BECAUSE OF A
DISABILITY NEEDS SOME ACCOMMODATION TO P ARTICIP A TE SHOULD CONTACT THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 112 E. NORTHWEST HIGHWAY, MOUNT PROSPECT.
847870-5656. TDD 847 392-1269
MAYOR
Irvana K. Wilks
Mount Prospect
VILLAGE MANAGER
Michael E. Janonis
TRUSTEES
Timothy J. Corcoran
Paul Wm. Hoefert
A. John Korn
Richard M. Lohrstorfer
Michaele W. Skowron
Michael A. Zadel
VILLAGE CLERK
M. Lisa Angell
Phone: 847/392-6000
Fax: 847/392-6022
www.mountpros:pect.org
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:
November 9, 2006
7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
. October 12, 2006 Meeting
IV. OLD BUSINESS
. Suburban Mosaic Book Program
. Make A Difference Day Update
. Forum on Racism & Ethnic Diversity
V. NEW BUSINESS
~. CORRESPONDENCE
VII. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES
COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION
Community Center, Village Hall
Thursday, October 12, 2006
The Community Relations Commission (CRC) of the Village of Mount Prospect met Thursday,
October 12, 2006, at the Mount Prospect Village Hall located at 50 South Emerson Street,
Mount Prospect, Illinois,
I. CALL TO ORDER
Acting Chairperson Parikh called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Present:
Commissioner Fuller
Commissioner Hernandez
Commissioner Parikh
Absent:
Chairman Tolbert
Commissioner Muench
Also in attendance:
Richard Eddington, Chief of Police
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez and seconded by Commissioner Fuller to
approve the minutes of the August 10th meeting. The minutes were unanimously approved by
a voice vote. '
A motion was made by Commissioner Fuller and seconded by Commissioner Hernandez to
approve the minutes of the August 24th meeting. The minutes were unanimously approved by
a voice vote.
IV. OLD BUSINESS
Grant Awards 2007 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Acting Chairperson Parikh wanted to express the thanks of the Commission to Neighborhood
Planner Clare Sloan. The Commission was very appreciative of her outstanding work and
presentation of the CDBG applications.
Suburban Mosaic Book Program
Acting Chairperson Parikh reported that he had a conversation with Chairman Tolbert. In
summary, the Mosaic Book Program was going very well.
"Make A Difference Day" Update
Commissioner Hernandez provided an update of "Make A Difference Day." So far four (4)
instruments have been collected. The Commissioner will contact the four (4) schools that
participated last year to determine if they want the available instruments. Commissioner
Hernandez will let the group know the response. Acting Chairperson Parikh said that he has a
violin that he wishes to donate.
Minutes
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October 12, 2006
V. New Business
An updated name and address list, including e-mail addresses for the Commissioners, will be
mailed to all Commission members. Further, a copy of the summary of the Forum on Racism &
Ethnic Diversity will be sent to the Commissioners. The goal is to spark a brainstorming session
at the November 9th meeting.
VI. Correspondence
A letter was received from the Special Events Commission advising that the October New
Resident Welcome had been cancelled.
VII. Adiournment
The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m. after a motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez
and seconded by Commissioner Fuller. The motion was approved by a unanimous vote.
Respectfully submitted,
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Chief of Police
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Call to Meeting
The Mount Prospect Fire Department Foreign Fire Tax Board
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, November 8, 2006
8 :30 AM
Police / Fire Training Room
Agenda
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
W. Foehring - Chairman
P. Buffalo - Vice Chairman
J. Flory - Treasurer
T. Huemann - Trustee
J. Miller - Secretary
III. Officers Reports
D Chairman
D Treasurer
D Secretary reading of the minutes
IV. New Business
:J Review expenditure proposals
] Year 2007 meetings
:J Elections
Mount Prospect Fire Department
Foreign Fire Tax Board
Minutes
Date: August 25, 2006
Start Time: 8:45 AM
Roll Call:
Name: Present Name: Present,
Willie Foehring - Chairman No Phil Buffalo - Vice Chairman Yes I
Jim Flory - Treasurer Yes Tony Huemann - Trustee Yes
Jim Miller - Secretary Yes
Motion to accept the minutes of the previous meeting.
Jeff Ricker - accepted - Ron Redlin second.
Officers Reports:
Chairman Report:
N/A
Vice Chairman Report:
N/A
Treasurer Report:
$3130 expenditure for the air conditioning at the station 13 workout room - installed and
paid.
Old Business:
. A motion was made by to have knife service with all stations. Accepted by Flory
and second by Huemann VOTE (Yes - 4 No - 0)
New Business:
. A follow up cable submittal was made by Todd Novak - this submittal was
approved at a previous meeting.
. Motion was made for additional cable TV equipment in the exercise rooms at
an additional cost of $30.00 per month including cable box and DVR.
Accepted by Huemann and second by Flory VOTE (Yes - 4 No - 0)
. Purchase six new treadmills totaling two per each station.
This became a topic of much discussion including current PT budget
reduction concerns and a possible stager of purchased much like a vehicle
replacement program. Plus discussed was to add toward the new station 14
purchase.
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. A concern was discussed with additional power needs however; the fire chief
stated that public works would cover the additional installation of electricity.
. It was discussed to purchase all now to standardize on all treadmills and
consistency.
. Motion was made to accept the proposal as submitted: Accepted by DIC
Malcolm and second by Dane Phenegar.
. This went before the attendees for a vote.
. VOTE (Yes -18 No -17) - Motion was passed to purchase six new
treadmills
Discussions:
. Comment was made to recognize DIC Sam Dix from the Paid-on-Call member
and Bryan Loomis from the fire prevention bureau.
. Next meeting November 8,2006
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Mount Prospect Fire Department
SPECIAL MEETING
Foreign Fire Tax Board
Minutes
Date: September 18, 2006
Start Time: 8:45 AM
Roll Call:
Name: Present Name: Present
Willie Foehring - Chairman Yes Phil Buffalo - Vice Chairman Yes
Jim Flory - Treasurer Yes Tony Huemann - Trustee Yes
Jim Miller - Secretary Yes
Officers Reports:
Chairman Reporl:
N/A
Vice Chairman Reporl:
N/A
Treasurer Reporl:
N/A
New Business:
. Special meeting to discuss Local Ordinance to prohibit entertainment from the
Foreign Fire Tax ability to fund.
Conservations between the Fire Chief, Foreign Fire Tax board chairman, Village
Manager and the Village attorney to determine the description of entertainment.
Suggestion was made to have closed ballet voting. Motion was made by
Huemann and second by Flory - Huemann will make voting ballets for future
votes.
Votes shall be considered 50% + 1 - a tie vote is a No Vote. Bylaws shall be
updated to reflect.
E-Mails shall be made to inform the whole department of meeting. Huemann will
send out this e-mail.
Legal Expenditures
Can Foreign Fire Tax funds be used for entertainment?
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All expenditures were signed to include: Air conditioning - treadmills - knifes.
Foehring discussed with FFT attorney and currently there has been no cost to
discuss issues.
Union will not pay cable bill - standard cable is free from Cable Company - basic
service.
If membership has questions about legal issues and the FFT - please do not
contact the attorney directly, but contact a FFT board member.
Discussion
July 15th should be a collection of funds and put into our account.
It was talked about who collects the funds and why they keep the 5%. Flory is
looking at the possibility to collect funds on our own.
Dave Erb has been very helpful with funds and the account.
Motion was made by Flory to cover legal fees not to exceed $9,999.
Vote: (Yes ~ 5 - No - 0)
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VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
FINANCE COMMISSION
AGENDA
Special Meeting
Wednesday, November 8, 2006
7:00 p.m.
Village Hall Building
1 sl Floor Finance Conference Room
50 South Emerson
I Call to Order
II Approval of Minutes - October 25,2006
III Discussion Regarding Recommendations for
the Proposed 2007 Village Budget
IV Chairman's Report
V Finance Director's Report
VI Other Business
VII Next Meeting: November 30,2006 (Tentative)
NOTE: Any individual who would like to attend this meeting but because of a disability needs some
accommodation to participate should contact the Finance Director's Office at 50 South Emerson
Street, Mount Prospect, (847) 392-6000, ext. 5277, TDD (847) 392-6064.
FINANCE COMMISSION
DRAFT
MINUTES OF THE MEETING
OCTOBER 25, 2006
3RD FLOOR EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM
VILLAGE HALL
DRAFT
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. Those present included Chairman Charles Bennett and
Commissioners Wayne Gardner (arrived at 8:55), Vince Grochocinski, John Kellerhals, Tom Pekras and
Ann Smilanic. Also present were Village Manager Michael Janonis, Assistant Village Manager Dave
Strahl, Director of Information Technology Joan Middleton, Director of Finance David Erb, Deputy
Director of Finance Carol Widmer and Finance Administrative Assistant Lisa Burkemper. Daily Herald
reporter Steve Zalusky arrived at 7:10.
II. ApPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the meeting of October 19, 2006 were distributed, but due to lack of review time,
Chairman Bennett postponed approval until the next meeting.
Chairman Bennett reminded the commissioners that at the end of this evening's presentation there
would be a discussion regarding the previous week's presentations by Human Services, Fire and
Public Works.
III. REVIEW OF THE PROPOSED 2007 VILLAGE BUDGET
Administration
Assistant Village Manager Dave Strahl began the discussion with an outline of the Divisions under
Administration. Mr. Strahl mentioned that the organizational chart reflects the addition of
Administrative Adjudication. Mr. Strahl stated that the adjudication process is an alternative due
process program which was implemented in June. Currently the types of claims being handled through
the adjudication process are nuisance claims from the Environmental Health Division. Beginning in
2007 the village would also like to include non-moving violations and local ordinance violations.
Assistant Village Manager Dave Strahl outlined the budget highlights of Village Administration. Mr.
Strahl stated that there is an increase of 55.7% or $225,750 in legal services due to the upcoming 2007
labor negotiations. Also outlined was the Information Technology budget which shows an increase of
8.1 % or $68,967. Listed in the proposed budget is a new staff position request for $50,000. There was a
discussion regarding the need for the additional staff member and how the needs of the various
departments have grown and technology needs have increased.
Chairman Charles Bennett asked for additional documentation to support the addition of the new
position. Chairman Bennett asked to see the IT task list of what work is waiting to be done as well as
what can not be done by IT without the addition of the new staff member.
There was a consensus among the members that they would like to see compelling and more supportive
evidence for the new position.
Director of Information Technology Joan Middleton added that if they did not get approval for the new
position there would likely be increases in overtime earning and consulting fees.
Finance and Non-Departmental
Director of Finance David Erb began his discussion regarding the 2007 Proposed Budget by outlining
several 2006 accomplishments and 2007 objectives. There was a brief discussion regarding fixed assets
and conducting a fixed asset valuation, which is an objective for 2007.
Commissioner John Kellerhals asked how much the fixed asset valuation will cost. Mr. Erb stated that
S30,000 is budgeted for this valuation.
Director of Finance David Erb stated that the Finance Department's total budget shows an increase of
5.5% over the 2006 budget. Of importance was an increase of 91. 7% in contractual services with is
related to the addition of an account to pay for ambulance billing services. Also discussed was a
decrease in the insurance line item, which is due to a reallocation of charges.
Director of Finance David Erb discussed several non-departmental items that appear in the Proposed
2007 Budget. Under Community and Civic Services there an overall increase of 4.1 %. The white lights
line item showed an increase of approximately 20% which is attributed to decorations being put up in
areas that were previously not decorated. Mr. Erb also discussed the Debt Service proposed budget that
increased 8% to a total of$4,163,928. Mr. Erb stated that the total debt fluctuates based on the payoff
schedule of the various debts. Mr. Erb also stated that the total proposed budget for Pensions is
$5,137,624 and is up 3.75% and the Insurance proposed budget is $6,503,277 which is up 2.3% from the
prevIOUS year.
IV. CHAIRMAN'S REpORT
Chairman Charles Bennett opened the floor to the commissioners to discuss and make recommendations
regarding the Human Services, Fire Department and Public Works Department presentations of the
previous week.
There were no recommendations or changes to the Human Services Department budget.
Commissioner John Kellerhals asked that the discussion regarding the Fire Department budget be
postponed until next week so that the commissioners could have the opportunity to review the
documents that would be provided in support of the proposed part time position.
Commissioner Ann Smilanic expressed her interest in planning for the development of the new fire
station. Village Manager Mike J anonis stated that until the space needs study is completed it would be
premature to make any decisions regarding the proposed station. Commissioner John Kellerhals added
that he would like to see some financial planning put in place now for the development of the new
station.
The discussions on the new fire station development and requested part time fire position would be
postponed until the next Finance Commission meeting.
There was a brief discussion on the Public Works proposed budget and there were no recommendations
made to change the budget.
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Commissioner John Kellerhals voiced his opinion on the direct billing charge for refuse. Commissioner
Kellerhals would like to see the elimination ofthe direct charge and would like to see the fee applied to
residential homeowners property tax bills. There was a lengthy discussion regarding the issue and
whether there was support from the other commission members. Mr. Erb added that $1,019,000 is
raised through the $75 direct bill charge for refuse. Commissioner Kellerhals would like to make sure
that ifthe charge was redirected to the tax bill then the $75 refuse fee be entirely funded by the tax levy.
After all members of the commission were able to voice their opinions on eliminating the direct bill and
moving the refuse back to the tax bill, there was not sufficient support from the commission to support
Commissioner Kellerhals recommendation.
V. FINANCE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
There was nothing to report.
VI. OTHER BUSINESS
There was nothing to report.
VII. NEXT MEETING: NOVEMBER 2, 2006
Commissioner Tom Pekras motioned to adjourn which Commissioner Vince Grochocinski seconded.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m. The next meeting will be November 2, 2006.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa Burkemper
Administrative Assistant
Finance Department
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MAYOR
Irvana K. Wilks
VILLAGE MANAGER
Michael E. Janonis
TRUSTEES
Timothy J. Corcoran
Paul Wm. Hoefert
A John Korn
Richard M. Lohrstorfer
Michaele Skowron
Michael A Zade!
Village of Mount Prospect
Community Development Department
50 South Emerson Street Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
VILLAGE CLERK
M. Lisa Angell
Phone: 847/818-5328
Fax: 847/818-5329
TDD: 847/392-6064
AGENDA
MOUNT PROSPECT PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING LOCATION:
Mount Prospect Village Hall
50 S. Emerson Street
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
MEETING DATE & TIME:
Thursday
November 9, 2006
7:30 p.rn.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. AFPROV AL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 26, 2006 P&Z MEETING
A. PZ-17 -06 / Text Amendment: Fee in lieu of storn1 water detention - Chapters 15 & 16.
IV. OLD BUSINESS
A. PZ-14-06/ 1040 W. Northwest Highway / Mount Prospect Development Group / Map Amendment &
Conditional Use (townhome development). This case is Village Board Final. Continued to
December 14, 2006
B. PZ-28-06/ 103 S. Maple Street / MP Historical Society / Central School Project. This case is Village
Board Final.
C. PZ-30-06 / 333 W. Rand Road / Autobam / Variation (fence height). This case is Planning &
Zoning Commission Final. Continued to December 14, 2006
V. NEW BUSINESS
None
VI. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
:Y PZ-17-06 / Text Amendment Chapters 15 & 16: Village Board scheduled to review 11/21/06.
:Y Next P&Z meeting is December 14,2006
VII. ADJOURNMENT
Any individual who would like to attend this meeting, but because of a disability needs some accommodation
to participate, should contact the Community Development Department at 50 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect,
IL 60056, 847-392-6000, Ext. 5328, TDD #847-392-6064.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CASE NO. PZ-17-06
Hearing Date: October 26, 2006
PETITIONER:
Village of Mount Prospect
PUBLICATION DATE:
June 7, 2006
REQUEST:
Text Amendment to the Development Code
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Chair Arlene Juracek
Joseph Donnelly
Marlys Haaland
Ronald Roberts
Richard Rogers
Keith Youngquist
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Leo Floros
Mary Johnson, Alternate
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ellen Divita, Deputy Director, Community Development
Jeff Wulbecker, Village Engineer
Chuck Lindelof, Project Engineer
INTERESTED PARTIES:
Steve Zalusky
R. Wojcik
Scott Moor
Theodore Furovitz
Chairperson Arlene Juracek called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Richard Rogers moved to approve the
minutes of the September 28,2006 meeting and Joseph Donnelly seconded the motion. The motion was approved
6-0. Marlys Haaland made a motion to continue cases PZ-14-06, PZ-28-06 and PZ-30-06 to the November 9,
2006 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting. Keith Youngquist seconded the motion. The motion was
approved 6-0. Chairperson Juracek introduced Case Number PZ-17-06, Text Amendments to the Village's
Development Code, at 7:35 p.rn. She said that the Village Board's decision is final for the request.
Jeff Wulbecker, Village Engineer, summarized the case. He stated that the purpose of this amendment is to
establish a process that will give Staff an option which can be applied to certain projects that would provide
stormwater benefits without the necessity of constructing detention facilities on sites where it would be
impractical and ineffective.
Mr. Wulbecker said the proposed changes have several benefits. He said from Staff's perspective it will allow
smaller subdivisions to provide the required detention volume. He stated that from the developer's perspective it
will eliminate the need to construct underground stormwater detention and/or loss of land for above ground
detention. He said from the homeowner's perspective it will eliminate the expense and responsibility of
maintenance. He said it will also eliminate restrictions caused by underground detention chambers for structures
such as fences, decks and sheds on the (re )developed lot.
Mr. Wulbecker introduced Chuck Lindelof, Project Engineer for the Village. Mr. Lindelof summarized the
current code requirements. He said current code requires stormwater detention for single family developments of
two or more new buildings, all new commercial and multi-family developments, and any commercial or multi-
family additions greater than 25% or parking lot expansions greater than 50%.
Arlene Juracek, Acting Chair
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting October 26, 2006
PZ-17-06
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Mr. Lindelof explained that stormwater detention is basically a controlled flood. Stormwater runoff is controlled
on-site through a restrictor to release excess water in a controlled manner. He said per Village Code, the
maximum discharge rate is 0.2 cubic feet per second, per acre. He stated the minimum restrictor size is 2-inches
in diameter, but on a smaller site a smaller restrictor may be necessary, causing a conflict. He said often on large
commercial or industrial sites, the detention reservoir is usually a large pond. In a residential area, this is not
always possible or desirable. He stated the remedy to this is underground chambers, but the installation of
underground chambers often restricts the installation of fences, decks and patios.
Mr. Lindelof showed exhibits demonstrating the cost to comply with stormwater detention codes. He stated that
putting the stormwater storage underground is the most costly way to provide code compliance. He showed
additional exhibits demonstrating the detention cost for commercial development.
Mr. Wulbecker stated that the cost of storm water detention is significant and the purpose of this amendment is to
help alleviate the cost of compliance and provide practical benefits to storn1water detention. He stated there are
three options for consideration: 1) accept a fee in lieu of the on site construction of detention facilities for certain
improvements; 2) raise the threshold for detention requirements on single family developments from two
buildings to one or two acre minimum size development; or 3) continue with the current Code requirements. He
stated that only the fee in lieu of option would give Staff the opportunity to provide the benefits desired for a wide
variety of projects.
Mr. Wulbecker stated that Northwest Municipal Conference sent out a survey to surrounding communities
concerning local administration and regulation of storm water detention. He said 18 communi ties responded to
the survey and it showed seven communities have considered the fee in lieu of detention and five have
implemented the fee. He said each community defines their own fee eligible projects and use either a volume
basis or impervious area calculations to determine said fees. He said the fees varied widely between the
communities based on the method they use to determine fees. He stated that the fees based on volume ranged
from $1.00 per cubic foot of storage volume to the actual cost of the project. He said the fees based on area
ranged from $1.60 to $4 per square foot of impervious area. According to the survey, the different communities
used fees collected towards expansion or maintenance of other detention areas, specific projects or to retire debt
service for stormwater management project bonds.
Mr. Wulbecker said where practical, staff believes storm water detention should be constructed for all projects that
meet requirements of the Village Code. Only at the discretion of the Village Engineer, and where it would not be
practical, would payment in lieu of installing detention be considered. Staff is recommending that development
projects less than one acre, residential improvements including new homes, tear down and rebuilds, building
additions and garages all be eligible for the fee in lieu of detention option. He said Staff is not recommending this
option for construction of sheds, patios or decks. He said they recommend determining fees based on the impact
of proj ect; that development proj ects of less than one acre be priced at $2 per square foot of impervious area and
that residential improvements be priced at $0.50 per square foot of new impervious area. He stated Staff
anticipates a yearly collection of $100,000.
Mr. Wulbecker stated that the fees for development will be slightly less than the cost to install detention facilities
for development projects less than one acre. He said for residential improvements, the fees for a new home would
range from $2000-$5000, the fees for an addition would average $200 and for a typical garage would average
$350.
Mr. Wulbecker said Engineering Staff would determine the eligibility and amount for the fee in lieu of detention
during the permit review process. Engineering would send a review letter to inform the applicant of eligibility
and the fee would be submitted to the Building Division prior to permit issuance. He said the Finance
Department would deposit the collected fees into a reserve account.
Arlene Juracek, Acting Chair
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting October 26, 2006
PZ-17 -06
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Mr. Wulbecker stated that Engineering Staff recommends the fees collected be used for area stormwater detention
basin maintenance, relief storm sewers, flood control projects, combined sewer improvements and drainage way
improvements.
Mr. Wulbecker stated that Village Board's decision is final for this case. He asked if the Commission had any
questions.
Ronald Roberts asked if the restriction rate should be tiered based on acreage. He asked whether the discharge
rate could be altered for smaller projects versus collecting a fee in lieu of providing detention. Mr. Lindelof stated
that his suggestion is to leave the restriction rate as it is currently listed in the Village Code. He said a good
analogy is that rain does not fall at a decreased rate on a smaller piece of property, therefore the restriction rate
should not vary by property size.
Joe Donnelly asked if the main purpose of these detention areas is to prevent basement flooding. Mr. Wulbecker
said the detention prevents flooding by controlling the peak flow. Mr. Donnelly asked if the Village has excess
capacity in the storm sewer system to allow this fee in lieu of detention option. Mr. Wulbecker said when storm
water detention is provided on a subdivision site, capacity is calculated at maximum flow. He stated that there are
some areas of town where there is not excess storage.
Richard Rogers stated that his impression is that the extra fees collected would be used for improvements where it
is needed the most.
Chairperson Juracek stated that the person paying the fee may be in an area where there is adequate stoDl1water
detention so the fees collected can be used in an area of the Village where the improvements are needed. Mr.
Wulbecker confirmed that Ms. Juracek's statement was correct.
Mr. Donnelly asked if the need for detention be taken into consideration before relief is given to a project. Mr.
Wulbecker stated that as long as the project is being built according to Village Code, and current drainage patterns
are not being changed, giving relief would be allowed. Mr. Donnelly said he wants to ensure that giving relief to
one neighbor will not cause flooding in another neighbor's property. Mr. Lindelof stated that Engineering would
like to use this fee in lieu of as little as possible; that every project, where possible, would still be required to
create detention. The idea behind the fee in lieu of detention is to use it where it is impractical or impossible to
create the detention.
Keith Youngquist stated his concern is creating an additional fee for those individuals who are attempting
teardowns and additions. There was general discussion regarding allowable lot coverage and how this fee is
going to be applied. Mr. Wulbecker clarified that some new construction in older neighborhoods is creating a
burden on the existing infrastructure.
Ronald Roberts asked if the fee is just for new structures or for additional impervious square footage. Mr.
Wulbecker stated that the fee is incrementally based on new/additional square footage. There was additional
discussion regarding the fee assessment on potential projects.
Chairperson Juracek asked if the final statutory text of the amendment would be brought before the Commission
prior to Village Board approval. Mr. Wulbecker said he can bring the final text back to the Commission. He
stated that he is looking for concurrence from the Commission tonight on what type of projects would be eligible,
how much the fees would be and how the collected fees would be used. He stated this amendment is directed at
being sensitive to a single family home on a single lot.
Mr. Donnelly asked if projects like Celtic Glen would have been allowed to pay the fee versus constructing the
detention if this amendment were in place when Celtic Glen was approved. Mr. Wulbecker stated that the
Arlene Juracek, Acting Chair
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting October 26, 2006
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amendment is intended to consider the single family home on a single lot and that Celtic Glen is a large
subdivision, well over one acre, and therefore would still be required to construct the detention.
Mr. Rogers asked if the fee calculation deducts the existing impervious area from the new impervious area
created; Mr. Wulbecker confirmed that is correct. Mr. Donnelly asked if circular driveways would be considered
in this fee. Mr. Wulbecker said the proposed amendment would only affect buildings, not the flat work.
The Commissioners indicated there are several checks and balances in place to prevent an overload on the current
infrastructure. There was general discussion regarding the permit process and administering the fee in lieu of
detention.
Chairperson Juracek called for comments from the audience. Hearing none, the public hearing was closed at 8:22
p.m. Richard Rogers made a motion to approve a Text Amendment to allow a fee in lieu of stormwater detention,
as submitted, per Commission discussion. Joe Donnelly seconded the motion. Chairperson Juracek clarified that
the final statutory language should be reviewed before it goes before the Village Board.
UPON ROLL CALL:
AYES: Donnelly, Haaland, Roberts, Rogers, Youngquist, and Juracek
NAYS: None
Motion was approved 6-0. The case will go to Village Board for their consideration
Joseph Donnelly made a motion to adjourn at 8:23 p.m., seconded by Richard Rogers. The motion was approved
by a voice vote and the meeting was adjourned.
Stacey Dunn, Administrative Assistant
Community Development Department
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