HomeMy WebLinkAbout2. DRAFT MINUTES 02/06/2007
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
February 6, 2007
ROLL CALL
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Irvana Wilks called the meeting to order at 7:10p.m.
Present:
Mayor Irvana Wilks
Trustee Timothy Corcoran
Trustee Paul Hoefert
Trustee John Korn
Trustee Richard Lohrstorfer
Trustee Michaele Skowron
Trustee Michael Zadel
PLEDGE
INVOCATION
MINUTES
APPROVE BILLS
MAYOR'S
REPORT
AMERICAN
HEART MONTH
BLACK HISTORY
MONTH
OFFICER OF THE
YEAR AWARD
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Members of the Mount Prospect Police Department Honor Guard presented
Posting of Colors, after which Mayor Wilks led the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION
Trustee Lohrstorfer gave the Invocation.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Lohrstrofer, moved to approve the minutes
of the regular meeting held January 16, 2007.
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Abstain:
Nays:
Motion carried.
Hoefert, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
Corcoran
None
APPROVE BILLS
Mayor Wilks stated the next item on the agenda, "APPROVE BILLS" was noted by
an asterisk, and all items further listed in that manner would be considered with
one (1) vote, as business item "IX. CONSENT AGENDA."
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Wilks read proclamations recognizing February 2007 as American
Heart Month and Black History Month.
Police Chief Richard Eddington recognized the following employees for being
selected among an outstanding group of police officers for the annual Officer of the
Year Award:
POLICE OFFICER OF THE YEAR: Officer Cheryl Specht
RUNNERS UP: Officer Maureen Kerrigan
Officer Thomas Hoskinson
I nvestigator Robert Riordan
Police Chief Eddington highlighted the excellent service of each of these
individuals and with the assistance of Mayor Wilks presented plaques to Officers
Kerrigan and Hoskinson and Investigator Riordan. Commander Rzepecki
accepted the plaque for Officer Specht as the nature of her police assignment did
not allow her to attend the ceremony. Chief Eddington added that Officer Specht
was the first female recipient of the Police Officer of the Year award.
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AMEND
CHAPTER 13,
ALCOHOLIC
LIQUORS
ORD NO. 5612
APPOINTMENTS
CITIZENS TO BE
HEARD
CONSENT
AGENDA
BILLS
PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS
CONSTRUCTION
ENG. SERVICES
MAPPING
PROJECT
LUST PROJECT
Village Manager Janonis stated Officer Specht would receive a monetary award for
her distinction as Officer of the Year. In addition to recognizing the officers and all
members of the Police Department, Village Manager Janonis thanked their families
and noted the significant impact family support has on the officers and the
department.
Mayor Wilks called for a short recess at 7:27 p.m.
The Village Board reconvened at 7:30 p.m.
Mayor Wilks presented an ordinance amending Chapter 13, "Alcoholic Liquors" of
the Village Code for a first 1st reading. This ordinance adds one (1) Class "V"
liquor license (Wine Only Package) for Zenitram Group, LLC d/b/a/ Vino 100, 110
South Emerson Street.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Hoefert, moved to waive the rule requiring two
(2) readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call:
Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Hoefert, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
None
Motion carried.
The applicant, Ms. Martinez responded to questions from the Village Board and
provided additional information about Vino 100. The business specializes in wine,
promoting an assortment of over a 100 wines for $25 or less and provide
assistance customers who are unfamiliar with wines. At this time sales are limited
to wine but at a later time may consider expanding to specialty beers.
Ms. Martinez is hopeful the business located in the Emerson Building in Downtown
Mount Prospect will open in late March of this year.
Trustee Corcoran, seconded by Trustee Lohrstorfer, moved for approval of
Ordinance No. 5612:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC
LIQUORS) OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE CODE
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Motion Carried.
Corcoran, Hoefert, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
None
APPOINTMENTS
None.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
Trustee Lohrstorfer, seconded by Trustee Hoefert, moved to approve the following
business items:
1. Bills, dated January 11-31, 2007
2. Request for Village Board approval to accept Public Improvements for
Chillelli's Subdivision, Golf Road and Deborah Lane
3. Request for Village Board approval to accept Public Improvements for Hill
Street Nature Center.
4. Request Village Board approval to accept proposal from CE Design for
construction engineering services in an amount not to exceed $41,723.
5. Request Village Board approval to accept proposal for aerial photography
and planimetric mapping project in an amount not to exceed $28,500.
6. Request Village Board approval to accept proposal for LUST closure and
remediation project, 112 East Highland Street in an amount not to exceed
$17,394.
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Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Hoefert, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
None
Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
OLD BUSINESS
Mayor Wilks presented for a second (2nd) reading an ordinance to grant a
Conditional Use permit and Development Code Exception, PZ-28-06,1 03 South
Maple Street, Historical Society. This ordinance grants a six (6) month extension
of Conditional Use permit granted by Ordinance 5404 and a Development Code
exception for storm water detention.
PZ-28-06, 103
SOUTH MAPLE
STREET
As part of this project Mayor Wilks also presented a Resolution authorizing the
execution of an agreement between the Village of Mount Prospect and the Mount
Prospect Historical Society. This resolution grants approval of an off-site parking
agreement for four (4) parking spaces in the municipal deck.
Mr. Gavin Kleespies, Executive Director provided a brief summary of the project to
relocate and restore Central School.
Trustee Hoefert stated that as a Board Member of the Mount Prospect Historical
Society he would abstain from the vote.
Trustee Korn stated that as a member of the Historical Society he would also be
abstaining from the vote.
Trustee Corcoran, seconded by Trustee Lohrstorfer, moved for approval of
Ordinance No. 5613:
ORD NO. 5613
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND
DEVELOPMENT CODE EXCEPTION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 103 SOUTH MAPLE STREET
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Abstain:
Nays:
Motion carried.
Corcoran, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Wilks, Zadel
Hoefert, Korn
None
Trustee Lohrstorfer, seconded by Trustee Skowron, moved for approval of
Resolution No. 3-07:
RES NO. 3-07
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT AND THE MOUNT
PROSPECT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Abstain:
Nays:
Corcoran, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Wilks, Zadel
Hoefert, Korn
None
Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1st) reading an ordinance to grant a conditional
use permit for the construction of a circular drive at 1429 Wigwam Trail.
PZ-01-07, 1429
WIGWAM TRAIL Community Development Director William Cooney provided an overview of the
residential property and the petitioner's request for the conditional use. Mr.
Cooney referenced the amendment to the Village Code that was done
approximately a year and a half ago to allow for the construction of a circular drive.
He stated the petitioner had met all the requirements including lot coverage under
the amended Village Code and the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval by a 7-0 vote.
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ORD NO. 5614
PZ-14-06, 1040
W. NORTHWEST
HIGHWAY
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Hoefert, moved to waive the rule requiring two
(2) readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call:
Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Hoefert, Korn, lOhrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
None
Motion carried.
Also referencing the amended code and the Village Board's previous discussion of
circular drives, Trustee Skowron questioned the condition recommended by the
Planning and Zoning Commission to prohibit overnight parking. When previously
discussed the Village Board did not support the restriction of no overnight parking
due to enforcement issues.
Mr. Cooney concurred and stated he would share the Village Board's comments
with the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Korn, moved to amend the proposed
ordinance by removing the condition prohibiting overnight parking on the circular
drive.
Upon roll call:
Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Hoefert, Korn, lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
None
Motion carried.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Korn, moved for approval of
Ordinance No. 5614 as amended:
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR
PROPERTY lOCATED AT 1429 WIGWAM TRAil
Mayor Wilks presented for first (1st) readings; (1) an ordinance to amend the official
zoning map of the Village of Mount Prospect and (2) an ordinance granting a
conditional use permit and variation to allow construction of a 17 unit townhome
development at 1040 West Northwest Highway.
Mayor Wilks stated the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended by a vote
of 5-2 to deny the request, therefore, adoption of the ordinances require a super
majority vote for approval. The Planning and Zoning Commission noted concerns
with the lack of parking and density.
Community Development Director William Cooney provided background
information on the proposed project including revisions the petitioner made to the
original site plans in response to concerns raised by residents and staff. He stated
the revised project is for 17 units and 8 guest parking spaces and meets Village
requirements.
Mr. John Schiess, project architect, spoke on behalf of the property owner and
developer. Mr. Schiess provided a brief summary of the property and the owner's
efforts to develop the property including:
· Meeting with property owners of the adjacent residential properties.
· Modifications to the original plans to address comments and concerns of
the adjacent residential property owners and staff.
· Compliance with Village requirements including lot coverage, setbacks
and water drainage.
Mr. Schiess stated the owner would like to move forward with development of the
property and is looking for direction from the Village Board.
Comments and concerns were then presented from residential property owners
adjacent to the proposed development site.
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AMEND
CHAPTER 18,
(TRAFFIC)
Ms. Nancy Fritz, Northwest Meadows Homeowners Association President
103 North MacArthur Drive
.
Proposed 17 -unit townhome development does not match existing
neighborhood.
Density of development and issues associated with high density
development; potential flooding of adjacent residential properties due to
inadequate drainage and overflow parking onto residential streets.
The size and appearance of the proposed buildings negatively impact the
backyards of the adjacent single family homes.
A flyer sent to the adjacent residential property owners stating
construction of new office building at 1040 West Northwest Highway
would begin soon was read. Ms. Fritz questioned the intent and timing of
the letter that residents received the same day as the case was before the
Village Board. (Copies of the flyer were provided to the Village Board.)
.
.
.
Mr. Paul Glombowski
206 MacArthur Drive
· Infrastructure was not designed to take on additional storm and sanitary
water from town homes.
· Density of development; inadequate parking on site, overflow onto
adjacent residential streets
· Questioned accessibility of emergency vehicles
Mr. Cooney and Village Engineer Jeff Wulbecker responded to comments
regarding retention of storm water and sanitary sewer. The proposed installation
of restrictors for water drainage would work better than the current water retention
and drainage system.
As part of the discussion and consideration of the proposed project the Village
Board commented on the following items of concern with the proposed
development;
· Density - too many units
· Inadequate guest parking spaces
· Site plan not compatible with the Villas and the single family homes
· Patios/balconies/garages - inadequate in size
· Capacity for Waste and storm water - (Village Engineer to research and
provide additional information)
In response to a question regarding the flyer sent to the residential property
owners, Mr. Schiess stated he knew the contact person man listed on the flyer was
unaware a flyer was distributed.
Mayor Wilks stated the second (2nd) reading of the ordinances for this case would
be held at the March 6, 2007 Village Board meeting.
Mayor Wilks called for a short recess at 8:45 p.m.
The Village Board reconvened at 8:50 p.m.
Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1st) reading an ordinance amending Chapter 18
(Traffic) of the Village Code. This ordinance implements components of the
Village's new "Residential Intersection Traffic Control" program and the
"Residential Speed Limit" program for Zone 12.
Following a brief overview of the Village's Residential Intersection Traffic
Control Program and Residential Speed Limit Program, Project Engineer Matt
Lawrie provided a summary of the neighborhood traffic study conducted in
Zone 12. A total of sixty-four (64) intersections were reviewed to determine the
proper traffic control in Zone 12.
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Included in his summary were recommendations for intersection traffic control
and speed limit changes.
Mr. Lawrie stated the traffic study results and recommendations were shared at
an Open House held for residents in Zone 12 and a follow-up meeting was also
held with residents residing on Wa-Pella Avenue in January of this year.
Mr. Lawrie stated that based on the studies performed by the Village's consultant
KLOA, Inc. and engineering staff, staff recommend the changes to Chapter 18
(Traffic) as listed in the proposed ordinance; recommendations for removal of stop
signs along Wa-Pella Avenue remain unchanged from the initial traffic study. Mr.
Lawrie stated Mr. Michael Werthmann, KLOA, Inc. was in attendance to respond to
questions.
Several residents from the 0-400 block of Wa Pella Avenue were in attendance to
demonstrate their support for the neighborhood effort to save the stop signs from
removal as recommended by staff on Wa Pella Avenue. Residents residing on
Wa-Pella who addressed the Village Board and a collective list of their primary
concerns and comments follow:
Residents
Donna Runge
400 South Wa-Pella
Larry Lettow
307 South Wa-Pella
Christy Watychowicz
301 South Wa-Pella
Lisa Snead
121 South Wa-Pella
Jim Byrne
313 South Wa-Pella
Nancy Bennett
200 South Wa-Pella
Steve Fleming
319 South Wa-Pella
Carol Kelly
312 South Wa-Pella
Julie Johnson
101 South Wa-Pella
John Harrington
311 South Wa-Pella
Lee Habich
315 South Wa-Pella
Laura Traviola
218 South Wa-Pella
Comments/Concerns
· How will the removal of stop signs enhance safety
· Traffic congestion near Lincoln School
· High traffic frequency on Wa-Pella including multiple
bus stops
· 91 children of varying age in the four (4) block area
· Pedestrian safety - students attending Lincoln
and St. Raymond walk to their respective schools
· Heavy use of Wa-Pella Avenue as a cut through street to
Central Road
· Questioned accuracy of the data used for the traffic study; one of
the counts was conducted while Wa-Pella was still under
construction
· Removal of signs will increase driver's speed
· Read letter of support to keep stop signs from St. Raymond pastor
· Concerned speed humps will be installed to calm traffic
· Maintain 20 miles per hour speed limit through out area
Mr. Werthman, KLOA, Inc., Mr. Lawrie and Mr. Wulbecker provided additional
information regarding the study and standards applied in making their
recommendations. The Village has undertaken a comprehensive traffic control
study program to enhance driver and pedestrian safety and develop a uniform set
of guidelines for the Village's traffic code.
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AMEND
CHAPTER 11
(HEALTH
REGULATIONS),
CHAPTER 19
(MERCHANTS
AND
BUSINESSES)
AND APPENDIX A
The consultant's recommendations are guided by (1) Village guidelines and (2)
national traffic safety standards.
Staff also responded that safety is based on motorist and pedestrian expectations.
If a pedestrian crosses at an intersection with stop signs, but the cars don't stop,
safety is compromised. If a pedestrian crosses at an intersection, with no stop
signs, they wait for a gap in traffic.
The Mayor and Village Board thanked the residents for their constructive
comments and insights into their neighborhood. As part of their discussion the
Village Board commented on the following:
· The comprehensive traffic control study was undertaken to enhance traffic
safety and uniformity and enforcement of the traffic code
· Clarification of when the traffic counts were conducted and accuracy of the
data - use of Wa-Pella as a cut-through to Central Road
· Consideration of the number children on Wa-Pella and schools in the area
· Separate consideration of the stop sign removals recommended for Wa-
Pella Avenue
· Continue discussion of the stop signs on Wa-Pella with a small group;
representative from Wa-Pella Aveune, the Village Board and staff to
consider potential areas of compromise.
It was recommended that the proposed changes to the traffic code be considered
as one but prior to the 2nd reading of the ordinance a small group discussion be
conducted to re-evaluate and consider potential areas of compromise to the
recommendations for removal of certain stop signs on Wa-Pella Avenue.
Noting that a full Village Board would not be in attendance at the February 20,
2007 Village Board meeting Mayor Wilks asked for a motion to defer the second
(2nd) reading of the ordinance until the March 6,2007 Village Board meeting.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Skowron, moved for approval to defer the
second (2nd) reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 18 (Traffic) until the March
6, 2007 Village Board meeting.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Hoefert, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Mayor Wilks called for a short recess at 10:35 p.m.
The Village Board reconvened at 10:39 p.m.
Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1st) reading an ordinance to amend Chapter 19,
(Health Regulations), Chapter 11 (Merchants and Businesses) and Appendix A of
the Village Code.
Village Manager Janonis stated this ordinance represents changes to Chapter 11,
19 and Appendix A deemed necessary to create a more concise and
understandable code as it relates to scavengers and solid waste collection services
and fee structure.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Hoefert, moved to waive the rule requiring two
(2) readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Hoefert, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
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ORD NO. 5615
MANAGER'S
REPORT
PHASE 2,
PROSPECT
MEADOWS
WATERMAIN
PROJECT
COFFE WITH
COUNCIL
SNOW
SCULPTING
EVENT
OTHER
BUSINESS
FOOD PANTRY
NEWSPAPER
PUBLICATION
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Skowron, moved for approval of
Ordinance No. 5615 as amended:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 19 (HEALTH REGULATIONS),
CHAPTER 11 (MERCHANTS AND BUSINESSES) AND APPENDIX A
OF THE VILLAGE CODE
Upon roll call:
Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Hoefert, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
None
Motion carried.
VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT
Village Manager Janonis stated the Public Works Department requests Village
Board approval to accept bid for the Prospect Meadows Watermain Replacement
Project Phase2.
Public Works Deputy Director Sean Dorsey provided an overview stating the
proposed project replaces approximately 2,408 linear feet of existing watermain in
the Prospect Meadows subdivision. Work includes the abandonment of 4"
diameter cast iron pipe in rear-yard easements and the installation of new 8"
ductile iron pipe in the public right-of way; reinstatement of water service lines;
installation of new fire hydrants and driveway culvert replacements.
Staff recommends acceptance of the low bid from J. Congdon Sewer Service of
Carol Stream in an amount not to exceed $559,147; this amount includes a 10%
contingency of $50,832.
In response to questions from the Village Board regarding the durability and failure
rate of the new pipe, Mr. Dorsey stated that the 8" ductile iron pipe was much
sturdier compared to the failure rate of the 4" cast iron pipe.
The Village Board recognized the work of the Public Works Department, adding
that this is an essential Village service not visible to residents.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Corcoran, moved to approve the request to
accept the bid from J. Congdon Sewer Service, Inc. for Phase 2 of the Prospect
Meadows Watermain Improvements project in an amount not to exceed $559,147.
Upon roll call:
Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Hoefert, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
None
Motion Carried.
Village Manager Janonis announced the following community meetings/events.
· Coffee with Council- February 10, 2007 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Village Hall Community Room
· Snow Sculpting competition - February ih - 10th
Randhurst Mall
Sculpting begins on the ih and judging is on the 10th
OTHER BUSINESS
Trustee Korn stated the Village's Food Pantry has been well utilized and is great
need of additional food donations.
Trustee Korn also commented on a recent letter published in a local newspaper.
Noting that the letter conveyed misinformation regarding the Village's role in a
proposed dog park, he suggested newspapers should include a disclaimer if they
are going to publish letters that contain inaccurate information.
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CLOSED
SESSION
CLOSED SESSION
As there was no need for discussion of Land Acquisition 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (5) as
listed on the Agenda, Mayor Wilks stated there would be no Closed Session.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
ADJOURN
ADJOURN
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Korn, moved to adjourn the February 6,
2007 Village Board meeting at 10:50 p.m.
Upon roll call:
Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Hoefert, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Skowron, Zadel
None
Motion carried.
M. Lisa Angell
Village Clerk
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