HomeMy WebLinkAbout3.1 Minutes 12/07/21Village of Mount Prospect
Regular Meeting of the Village Board
Tuesday, December 7, 2021 / 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hoefert called the Regular Meeting of the Village Board to order at 7:03 p.m. in the
Board Room at Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson St.
2. ROLL CALL:
Members present upon roll call by the Village Clerk: Mayor Paul Hoefert, Trustee Agostino
Filippone, Trustee Terri Gens, Trustee John Matuszak, Trustee Peggy Pissarreck, Trustee
Colleen Saccotelli and Trustee Richard Rogers
a. Pledge of Allegiance - Led by Trustee Rogers
b. Invocation — Trustee Matuszak provided the Invocation
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Village Board - November 16, 2021
Trustee Pissarreck requested the minutes be amended to reflect additional comments under
Public Comment for appointments/reappointments and to remove and/or replace the word
"exonerate" from summary comments under Citizens to be Heard.
Trustee Pissarreck motioned to amend the minutes of November 16, 2021. There was no second.
The motion to amend the minutes of November 16, 2021 failed.
Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the minutes of the Regular
Meeting of the Village Board of November 16, 2021 as presented:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard Rogers
Nay: Peggy Pissarreck
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
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4.1 ACCOLADES: A RESOLUTION FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON, 2021
Mayor Hoefert presented a Resolution for the Holiday Season.
Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, second by John Matuszak to approve the resolution for the Holiday
Season:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Resolution No. 41-21
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4.2 1st reading of an ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE
VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT. This ordinance increases the number of Class 7-1" liquor
licenses by one (1) PUEBLO VIEJO INC. d/b/a PUEBLO VIEJO MEXICAN RESTAURANT located at
712 E. Northwest Hwy., Mount Prospect, IL
Petitioner and owner Antonio Rodriguez addressed the Board through an interpreter to
express gratitude to the Village Board and staff for grant money he received through the Village's
Covid-19 Restaurant Assistance Grant Program. This grant allowed his family-owned and
operated business to remain open during the pandemic. Mr. Rodriguez stated his customers
requested the service of alcoholic beverages at his restaurant and would like to offer this option.
Village Manager Michael Cassady added Mr. Rodriquez has complied with all State and Village
requirements to obtain the subject liquor license.
Mr. Rodriquez briefly described the broad range of menu items offered at his restaurant.
No additional discussion.
Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Colleen Saccotelli to waive the rule requiring two readings of
an ordinance:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Resolution: Motion Passed
Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Peggy Pissarreck to approve the subject ordinance:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Ordinance No. 6591
4.3 APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
Planning & Zoning Commission - Reappointment- Don Olsen
Sister Cities Commission - Reappointment - Robert and Patricia Usnik
Mayor Hoefert presented reappointments to Planning and Zoning and the Sister Cities
Commission. Mayor Hoefert stated Mr. Olsen and Bob and Patricia Usnik have served the Village
honorably and capably.
Trustee Gens requested ratification of the subject re -appointments be separated into two
separate motions. Mayor Hoefert granted her request.
While expressing gratitude to the members who serve on Boards and Commissions, Trustee Gens
advocated for more women to be considered for open positions, stating qualified women increase
the Village's economic strength. Trustee Gens stated members should mirror the residents they
serve.
Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the reappointment of Don Olsen
to the Planning and Zoning Commission:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli, Richard
Rogers
Nay: Terri Gens
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, second by Richard Rogers to approve the reappointment of Robert
and Patricia Usnik to the Sister Cities Commission:
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Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
S. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
Vito LiRosi
Mount Prospect resident
• Opposes and cautioned against, the use of divisive and inflammatory language by elected
and appointed officials; such language has caused a divide in the community
Steve Polit
Mount Prospect resident
• Expressed concerns relating to how the Residents (Citizens) to be Heard portion of the
meeting is conducted
Lou Fratini
Mount Prospect resident
• Spoke regarding the importance and privileges of our constitutional rights
Bill Scott
Mount Prospect resident
• Urged trustees not to be self-serving and do what is best for the residents of Mount
Prospect
6. CONSENT AGENDA
Trustee Matuszak requested the removal of items 6.5 and 6.12 from the consent agenda for
separate discussion. Trustee Matuszak' s request was granted and the items will be presented for
discussion and approval and vote as New Business following approval of the remaining items on
the consent agenda.
Motion by Agostino Filippone, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the amended consent
agenda:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Richard Rogers,
Colleen Saccotelli
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
6.1 Monthly Financial Report - October 2021
6.2 List of Bills - November 10, 2021 to November 30, 2021 - $9,892,513.59
6.3 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt an ORDINANCE
AMENDING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR AN ADULT DAYCARE FACILITY AT 411 BUSINESS CENTER
DRIVE (PZ -18-21)
Ordinance No. 6592
6.4 Motion to accept the Suburban Purchasing Cooperative joint bid results for the purchase of one
(1) 2022 Ford Explorer All -Wheel Drive pursuit -rated vehicle from Currie Motors in an amount not
to exceed $51,000.
6.5A RESOLUTION FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF STREETS AND HIGHWAYS BY A
MUNICIPALITY UNDER THE ILLINOIS HIGHWAY CODE (BLR 14220) in the amount of
$1,016,322 (removed from the consent agenda)
6.6 Request Village Board approval to accept public improvements constructed as part of the
Kensington Senior Living development, 401 East Kensington Road.
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6.7 Motion to waive the Rule requiring two readings Of An Ordinance and Adopt AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING THE WATER AND SEWER RATES SET FORTH IN APPENDIX A, DIVISION II OF THE
CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS.
Ordinance No. 6593
6.8 Request Village Board approval to accept public improvements for the Randhurst
Village Streetlighting Project (Euclid Avenue, Rand Road, and Kensington Road).
6.9 MOTION TO ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR 2022 WATER MAIN REHABILITATION DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $191,294.00.
6.10 A RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE METROPOLITAN MAYORS CAUCUS' 2021 CLIMATE
ACTION PLAN FOR THE CHICAGO REGION
Resolution No. 42-21
6.11 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $10,000,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING
THE COSTS OF CERTAIN CAPITAL PROJECTS IN THE VILLAGE, PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY AND
COLLECTION OF A DIRECT ANNUAL TAX SUFFICIENT TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST
ON SAID BONDS, AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPOSED SALE OF SAID BONDS TO THE
PURCHASER THEREOF.
Ordinance No. 6594
6.12 Motion to further continue the continuance of consideration of the 1st reading of an
ORDINANCE FOR A FINAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 112
E. NORTHWEST HIGHWAY TO THE DECEMBER 14, 2021 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
VILLAGE BOARD AGENDA (removed from the consent agenda)
7. OLD BUSINESS
None
S. NEW BUSINESS
Items 6.5 and 6.12, removed from the Consent Agenda, were presented for separate discussion
and vote.
6.5 A RESOLUTION FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF STREETS AND HIGHWAYS BY A MUNICIPALITY
UNDER THE ILLINOIS HIGHWAY CODE (BLR 14220) in the amount of $1,016,322 (removed from
the consent agenda)
Director of Public Works Sean Dorsey presented the annual resolution as required by the Illinois
Department of Transportation before the Village can expend Motor Fuel Tax funds in 2022. The
monies are used for specified street -related maintenance work.
In response to a question from the Board, street patching or resurfacing projects are not funded
through this.
Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, second by John Matuszak to approve the subject Resolution:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Resolution No. 43-21
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6.12 Motion to further continue the continuance of consideration of the 1st reading of an
ORDINANCE FOR A FINAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 112 E.
NORTHWEST HIGHWAY TO THE DECEMBER 14, 2021 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE VILLAGE BOARD
AGENDA (removed from the consent agenda).
Director of Community Development Bill Cooney stated details of the Redevelopment
Agreement are not yet finalized and thus, the reason to request continuance of the subject
ordinance to the December 14, 2021 Special Meeting of the Village Board.
Public Comment:
Jeff Nejdl
MacArthur Blvd.
• Expressed concern with the influx of luxury apartment developments recently constructed
and currently proposed in Mount Prospect
• Supports affordable housing
Mr. Cooney confirmed a statement by Mayor Hoefert that the Village meets and exceeds the
minimum requirements for affordable housing, adding the IHDA (Illinois Housing Development
Authority) requirement is 10% and the Village is currently at 25.7%.
In response to a question from the Board, Mr. Cooney stated information regarding
affordable housing in Mount Prospect is available on the Village website.
Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, second by Richard Rogers to continue the 1St reading of an ordinance
for a final Planned Unit Development to the December 14, 2021 Special Meeting of the Village
Board:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
8.1 1st reading of an ORDINANCE GRANTING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT FROM R -X SINGLE-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO I-1 LIMITED INDUSTRIAL FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2240
SOUTH BUSSE ROAD (PZ -15-21)
Director of Community Development Bill Cooney presented proposed plans from Seefried
Industrial Properties Inc. to construct a speculative industrial warehouse building with associated
parking. The proposal necessitates rezoning the property from R -X Single Family Residential to I-1
Limited Industrial. The proposed building would be a distribution facility, approximately 80,000
square feet, divided into three (3) tenant spaces. The property was previously utilized as a storage
I ot.
Mr. Cooney displayed conceptual elevations that include an extensive landscaping plan. Mr.
Cooney stated the proposed site plan meets all building and parking lot setback requirements
for industrial zoning. Mr. Cooney stated the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to
recommend approval of this proposal by a vote of 5-0 at their meeting on November 11,
2021.
Board Comments:
• Subject property has been an eyesore for many years; pleased to see development of this
property
Public Comment:
Steve Polit
Mount Prospect resident
• Pleased to see this new development come to Mount Prospect
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The petitioner thanked the Board for their support.
No further discussion.
Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, second by Terri Gens to waive the rule requiring two readings of an
Ordinance:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Resolution: Motion Passed
Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the subject Ordinance:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Ordinance No. 6595
8.2 A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF SEEFRIED INDUSTRIAL PROPERTIES, INC.'S APPLICATION
FOR A COOK COUNTY CLASS 6B TAX INCENTIVE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2240 S.
BUSSE ROAD.
Mr. Cooney presented Seefried Industrial Properties Inc.'s request for a Cook County Class 6b
Tax incentive for property located at 2240 S. Busse Road. Mr. Cooney detailed benefits of the
Class 6b tax incentive used to attract and retain businesses in Cook County. Mr. Cooney stated
staff is in favor the the petitioner's request. The Board also expressed support of this request
and welcomed Seefried Industrial Properties to Mount Prospect.
No additional discussion.
Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Colleen Saccotelli the subject Resolution as presented:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Resolution No. 45-21
8.3 1st Reading of an ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE TO OPERATE A RETAIL
TOBACCO SHOP AND CIGAR LOUNGE AT THE PROPERTY 211 EAST RAND ROAD (PZ -19-21)
Director of Community Development Bill Cooney provided background information on the subject
property. The petitioner, Minhaj Ahmed, purchased the property with the intent of opening a
tobacco shop and cigar lounge similar to what existed in the same location a few years ago. Mr.
Cooney stated the property and existing building was upgraded five years ago. Mr. Cooney stated
a conditional use is required to operate a tobacco/cigar lounge in the B-3 and B-4 zoning districts.
Mr. Cooney displayed proposed floor plans that include a humidor and several seating areas. The
petitioner does not plan to make any additional significant improvements to the property. The
proposed ordinance includes a condition that prohibits outdoor smoking on the premises. Mr.
Cooney stated the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of the
conditional use by a vote of 4-1.
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Petitioner and Mr. Cooney provided the following in response to questions from the Board:
• Staff is not aware of any complaints relating to cigar/tobacco smoke from the previous
business
• Air purification system and equipment is fully operational
• Hours of operation are 9:00a.m. to 11:00p.m.
• Patrons will be allowed to bring in their own food but alcohol is prohibited. Assistant Village
Manager Nellie Beckner clarified that the proposed business is a cigar lounge where indoor
smoking in permitted.
• Fire alarms and fire prevention equipment will be serviced and inspected per Village and
• State Fire Codes prior to opening and will be subject to annual inspections
Petitioner Minhaj Ahmed requested permission to allow for patio seating and outdoor smoking. A
discussion followed. Board provided consensus to amend the proposed subject ordinance and
allow the outdoor use of the patio for patrons of the cigar lounge. The petitioner agreed to comply
with all safety regulations including equipment and technology that reduces the spread of smoke
to neighboring businesses and residences. The Board requested confirmation that this equipment
is fully functional prior to opening. Director of Building and Inspections Bill Schroeder stated his
department will conduct an inspection prior to the opening. The Board cautioned the petitioner
that any complaints by residents regarding the outdoor patio could alter the decision to allow use
of the outdoor patio.
There was no further discussion.
Motion by John Matuszak, second by Agostino Filippone to waive the rule requiring two readings of
an Ordinance:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Resolution: Motion Passed
Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Terri Gens to approve the subject Ordinance as amended to
allow use of the outdoor patio for smoking tobacco purchased on-site:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Ordinance No. 6596
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9.1 MOTION TO ACCEPT PROPOSAL FROM CHRISTOPHER B. BURKE ENGINEERING, LTD. TO
PROVIDE PHASE III CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING FOR THE RAND/CENTRAL/MOUNT
PROSPECT ROAD INTERSECTIONS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$697,170.00.
Director of Public Works Sean Dorsey presented a proposal from Christopher B. Burke
Engineering Ltd. to provide Phase III construction engineering for the Rand/Central/Mount
Prospect Road Intersections improvement project. Mr. Dorsey provided background information
on Phase I and II of the project and details of Phase III. The project areas include intersections at
Rand/Central and Mount Prospect Road, adjacent properties including Mt. Prospect Plaza and the
Walmart driveway. Mr. Dorsey stated key initiatives of Phase III include traffic signal
improvements, addition of right and dual turn lanes to improve traffic flow, reduce delays and
prevent motorists from "getting stuck" in the intersection.
Mr. Dorsey stated the project is currently in Phase II which is design engineering and includes
developing final plans to publicly bid the project. These plans are due to IDOT in January, 2022.
Mr. Dorsey stated Phase III is the actual construction of the project and includes monitoring the
work of contractors and sub -contractors. Mr. Dorsey anticipates construction will begin in May
of 2022 with an estimated completion date of Fall 2023.
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Mr. Dorsey stated a bulk of the cost the project will be paid for with federal funds. The Village
will be responsible to pay the consultant using local funds and seek reimbursement
from IDOT for the federal portion. The Village is approved to receive 80% reimbursement up to
$560,000 for Construction Engineering.
As required by the federally -mandated Qualification Based Selection process, the selection process
of engineering consulting firms is based on qualifications and not the lowest cost bid. Mr. Dorsey
stated the Village solicited and received proposals from seven (7) consulting firms. Staff
interviewed, evaluated and rated the top three firms. Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd.
scored the highest. Burke Engineering is very familiar with the project and is experienced meeting
IDOT's needs. Mr. Dorsey stated staff recommends the Board accept the proposal from
Christopher B. Burke Engineering Ltd's for an amount not to exceed $691,170.00
Mr. Dorsey_ provided the following in response to questions from the Board
• A copy of the conceptual plan will be shared with the Board
• IDOT supports this project
• Village will ensure businesses in the project area remain accessible to the public during construction
Board Comments:
• Expressed gratitude to staff for obtaining grant funding for this important
project
• Thanked staff for their commitment and tenacity to see this project to fruition
Assistant Village Manager Nellie Beckner acknowledged cooperation amongst Village
departments (Community Development, Finance and Public Works) who worked together on the
2016 Rand Road Corridor Plan that brought this project to actualization.
No additional discussion.
Motion by Richard Rogers, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the subject motion:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Peggy Pissarreck, Colleen Saccotelli,
Richard Rogers
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
9.2 As submitted
No additional report.
10. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
The Board briefly discussed current procedures and ways to improve the Citizens to be Heard
portion of Village Board meetings.
11. ADJOURNMENT
With no additional business to conduct, Mayor Hoefert asked for a motion to adjourn. Trustee
Rogers, seconded by Trustee Gens motioned to adjourn the meeting. By unanimous roll call vote,
the December 7, 2021 regular meeting of the Village Board of Trustees adjourned at 8:47 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Karen M. Agoranos
Village Clerk
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