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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
A G E N D A
Meeting Location: Meeting Date and Time:
Mount Prospect Senior Citizens, Center Tuesday, March 14, 1989
50 South Emerson Street 7:30 p.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
Mayor Carolyn H. Krause
Trustees:
Ralph W. Arthur
Norma J. Murauskis
Gerald L. "Skip" Farley
George R. Van Geem
Leo Floros
Theodore J. Wattenberg
11. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES OF COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF
FEBRUARY 28, 1989
111. CITIZENS DESIRING TO ADDRESS THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
ON ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA
IV. 1989-1990 BUDGET HEARING - OPENING REMARKS - Carolyn H. Krause
General Budget Overview
John Fulton Dixon
Village Manager
Planning and Zoning Department
David Clements
Director
Inspection Services Department
Charles Bencic
Director
Public Works Department
Herbert Weeks
Director
V. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
VI. ADJOURNMENT
DEFERRED ITEMS
Street Improvements - Cost Sharing
Ten Year Road Improvement Program
Sidewalk Policy on Major Roadways
Crime Statistics/Prevention
MINUTES
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
FEBRUARY 28, 1989
ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 7:32 p.m. Present at the meeting were: Mayor
Carolyn H. Krause, Trustees Ralph Arthur, Leo Floros, Norma Murauskis, George
Van Geem and Theodore Wattenberg. Absent from the meeting was Trustee Gerald
Farley. Also present at the meeting were: Village Manager John Fulton Dixon,
Assistant Village Manager Michael Janonis, Director of Finance David Jepson,
Assistant Finance Director Donald Mazza, Human Services Administrator Nancy
Morgan, Assistant Human Services Administrator Janet Abernethy, along with
Human Services Division staff, Chief of Police Ronald Pavlock, Deputy Chief of
Police Thomas Daley, Deputy Chief of Police Ronald Richard, Fire Chief Edward
Cavello, Deputy Fire Chief Del Ulreich and Deputy Fire Chief Lonnie Jackson. Also
present were three persons from the print media.
11. MINUTES
The Minutes of the Committee of the Whole meeting of February 14, 1989' were
accepted and filed.
111. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
There were no citizens present at the meeting wishing to make a presentation so
the Committee moved on to the next item of business.
IV. 1989-1990 BUDGET HEARINGS
General Budget Overview
Village Manager John Fulton Dixon briefly reviewed with Committee members the
progress that has been made to date regarding the Budget Hearings. Mr. Dixon
indicated that tonight's Hearings would cover the Police and Fire Departments as
well as Human Services. These three Departments accounted for some 55% of the
total Budget.
Human Services Division
Human Services Administrator Nancy Morgan reviewed the Division's roposed
Budget for 1989-1990 with Committee members. This proposed Budget is ?243,225
compared to $245,500 in the current year's Budget. The only item of significant
change in this Budget is the inclusion of social service agency allocations as part
of the Human Services Budget rather than as a stand-alone section of the Budget.
Ms. Morgan reviewed many of the programs and services offered by the Division.
She stressed that the Division was responsible for providing services to both the
Village's senior citizens as well as a growing segment of the Mount Prospect
population who increasingly find themselves in financial difficulty.
This latter groups includes single' -parent families (usually headed by a woman),
victims of domestic violence and persons increasingly referred to as the "sandwich
generation." The "sandwich generation" refers to those persons who must care for
their own children as well as aging, frail parents.
It was noted that the Division works closely with other Departments and agencies
in order to identify the needs of the community.
Discussion among Committee members was very favorable and Ms. Morgan and her
staff received high praise for their work with 'Mount Prospect residents. Trustee
Leo Floros asked whether there might be a duplication of services being provided
by the Division and other agencies throughout the area. Ms. Morgan replied that
the Human Services Divisionfocuses exclusively upon Mount' Prospect residents and,
in general, provides a more complete group of services'. She did not feel that
there was any significant overlap"' with other area agencies'. Trustee George Van
Geem reviewed several trends noted in the Division's Annual Report including home
delivered meals and discount taxi service.' The consensus 'among Committee
members was to support the Human Services Budget as presented.
Police Department
Chief Ronald Pavlock reviewed with Committee members the proposed 1989-1990
Budget for the Mount Prospect Police Department. The Department's proposed
Budget totals some $4,330,790 compared' to $3,862,560 for the current year. The
increase is due mainly to the Department's request for additional personnel,
membership in the Northern Illinois Crime Lab, the replacement of 16 squad cars
and the purchase of an additional squad.
Chief Pavlock indicated that the new Officers would' allow for more pro -active
enforcement on the part of the Department. Increased patroling of neighborhoods,
selective traffic enforcement and more attention to investigative work would be
possible with these additions. Chief Pavlock noted that Increases in Contractual
Services resulted mainly from hikes in health insurance, costs, membership in the
Northern Illinois Crime Lab and the implementation of career path training within
the Department. The Crime Lab would provide quicker turn -around, of evidence
analysis while the career path training would reinforce the progress made through
accreditation. Increases in Commodities were directly related to the increase in
personnel. The replacement of 16 existing squads and the addition of one new
squad was in line with, the Department's multi-year vehicle replacement plan. Also
scheduled for multi-year replacement are the Department's ISPERN radios. This
particular radio allows Mount Prospect Police to communicate with other Police
jurisdictions in joint operations.
Chief Pavlock also indicated that the Department would continue to assess future
needs through crime statistic trend analysis while efforts toward re -accreditation
would be kept in the forefront of Police ° activities'. Finally, Chief Pavlock
indicated that the present Public Safety facility' continued to prove inadequate for
the Police and Fire operations.
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Discussion among Committee members was generally supportive of the Police
Department requests. Trustee George Van Geem reviewed certain statistical trends
identified in the Department's Annual Report. He indicated a desire to see greater
emphasis placed upon DUI and general traffic enforcement. There was also a
general discussion of Part I and Part 11 crime statistics. Trustee Leo Floros
indicated that he was not convinced of a need for six new Police Officers. He
also indicated that he was concerned about a reference to future personnel needs
and would again view such requests with skepticism. Finally, Trustee Floros
indicated his displeasure with the increase in the overtime Budget for the Depart-
ment. He felt that with the additional manpower being requested, overtime should
be reduced correspondingly. Trustee Ted Wattenberg asked the Police Chief to
explore the possibility of initiating a "tipsters' system" whereby persons providing
useful tips on crime -would be rewarded with cash payments. Other Committee
members were highly supportive of the Department's requests.
The consensus among Committee members was to support the Police Department
Budget as submitted.
Fire Department
Fire Chief Edward Cavello presented the Fire Department's Budget request. The
proposed Fire Budget totals $3,922,325, up almost $190,000 from last year's
$3,732,635. This increase is tied to the proposed addition of six Firefighters and
one Fire Inspector in the Budget. Chief Cavello indicated that these personnel
additions were designed to comply with the Village's agreement with the Elk Grove
Township Rural Fire Protection District to take over fire protection, paramedic
services and fire inspections for the District beginning on May 1, 1990. Chief
Cavello pointed out that under the agreement, the Village would receive all tax
revenues from the District and that these monies would more than cover the cost
of the additional personnel. Chief Cavello also indicated that the Department
would work to continue its Class 11 Fire Rating. This would be accomplished
through continued equipment replacement such as the purchase of a "jaws of life."
Chief Cavello indicated that an ambulance chassis would be replaced as well as the
purchase of a new pumper and squad vehicle.
Chief Cavello also presented the Village's Budget for the Northwest Central
Dispatch System.
Discussion among Committee members was, again, very supportive of the Depart-
ment's request. There was extensive discussion regarding the Village's
responsibilities under the agreement with the Elk Grove Township Rural Fire
Protection District and the need for additional people. There was also a discussion
regarding the timing of the new hires and the need for nine months of training.
Utilization of the Fire Protection District's station was also discussed. Mayor
Carolyn Krause indicated that the direction of the Board should be to negotiate a
long-term lease of the facility at no cost to the Village.
The consensus among Committee members was again to support the Department's
requests as submitted.
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V. MANAGER'S REPORT
Village Manager John Fulton Dixon reviewed with Committee members a request
from Insituform Midwest to rent the old Public Works facilityi for a three month
period in order to store trucks and materials related to a project they were doing
in Prospect Heights. The three month rental agreement would result in
approximately $1,500 of income to the Village. Mr. Dixon indicated that he did
not foresee any redevelopment activity on the site during this period and the
Village would be able to take advantage of the small income to be derived from
the rental agreement. The consensus among Committee members was to approve
the rental agreement.
VI. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
There was no other business to come before the Committee members.
VII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Committee of, the Whole, the
meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
MICHAEL E. JANONIS
Assistant Village Manager
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M I N U T E S
BUSINESS DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT AND
REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
February 22, 1989
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Mount Prospect Business Development
and Redevelopment Commission was held on Wednesday, February 22,
1989. The meeting was called to order at 7:41 P.M. by Chairman
Predovich.
ROLL CALL
Members of the Commission present: Irvana Wilks, Earl Johnson,
John Eilering and Bart Keljik. Absent was Joseph Janisch. Also
present were Dave Clements, Planning and Zoning Director, Ken
Fritz, Economic Development Director.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the meeting of January 25 were presented for
approval. The minutes were passed on a motion by John Eilering,
seconded by Earl Johnson. The motion passed unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
The correspondence from Fannie May Candies was read and discussed
by Mr. Clements and the Commissioners. The members of BDDRC
urged that the staff continue to pursue development potential of
target area "D".
Chairman Predovich stated he called Mayor Krause regarding the
meeting held on February 4 to discuss the Public Works property
with the Trustees. Mr. Predovich called to see why an invitation
was not extended to BDDRC to join in the discussion. The mayor
indicated that it was an oversight on her part and apologized for
the fact that BDDRC had not specifically been invited to discuss
the latest contacts and potential for development of the site
with the Trustees.
Business District Development Page Two
and Redevelopment Commission
Minutes - February 22, 1989
Dave Clements and Ken Fritz were asked to recap the February 4th
meeting. Irvana Wilks, who was also present at this meeting,
added to the discussion. The meeting, in summary, revolved
around a presentation made by staff that modified the design
concept for redevelopment of the Public Works Garage property to
include not only the Aldi property but also the possible closing
of Pine Street to through traffic.
A very preliminary sketch was put together by Planning & Zoning
staff that focused greater attention on building mass being
positioned closer to Northwest Highway in an effort to be more
highly visible and accessible to the passing motorist, shopper,
and commuter. The sketch plan concentrated on making off-street
parking more convenient to the buildings shown on the plan. Mr.
Dixon, Village Manager, stated that developers commenting on the
Aldi property owner sketch plan indicated that it offered
limited potential for commercial success. Generally, the
developers felt that the Aldi building should be removed in
order to make better utilization of the enlarged site. Developers
also suggested that the expanded TIF District, adjacent to the
east, should be tied together in a generalized plan for
development.
Irvana Wilks stated that she felt a training seminar should be
considered for downtown development and planning & zoning issues
in general for the elected officials, and appointed officials of
the Village.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned on a motion by John Eilering, seconded
by'Earl Johnson, at 9:28 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Ken et H. Fritz
Economic Developm*'tY rector
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
MOUNT PROSPECT PLAN COMMISSION
March 1, 1989
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Mount Prospect Plan Commission was
called to order by Chairman Weibel at 8:00 P.M. at the Village
Hall, 100 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois.
Present upon Roll Call:
Absent:
Village Staff Present
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Frank Boege
Frank Breitsameter
Lynn Kloster
Tom McGovern
Errol Richardson
Louis Velasco
Donald Weibel, Chairman
Tom Borrelli
William Navigato
Michael Sims, Staff Planner
Mr. Richardson's motion to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting of February 1, 1989 was seconded by Mr. Boege. All
members voted Aye and Chairman Weibel declared the minutes
approved.
SUBDIVISIONS
Rop,ers Industrial Park North:
Mr. SLms stated that the su ject property involved a request for
approval of a plat of subdivision and a Comprehensive Plan
Hearing to change the 7.45 acre site from General
Office/Commercial to Industrial Office. The hearing was
published in the local newspaper on February 11, 1989. Ms. Kathi
Rogers, Vice President and Mr. William Schmitz, Executive Vice
President of Arthur J. Rogers & Company were present to represent
the petitioner.
PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES
Page Two
March 1, 1989
Mr. Sims stated that Staff had recommended the Elmhurst side of
the property be "bermed" which would probably require the utility
and drainage easement in this location to be moved or widened.
Some Commission members expressed reservations on the
advisability of berming along Elmhurst since the adjacent
frontage property is pretty much developed and not readily
subject to berming. Consequently, to berm this part of the site
would likely detract rather than add to the aesthetics of the
land and the consensus of the Commission was against berming.
The petitioner's comments were that they could live with it
either way.
Com rehensive Plan Hearin g - Rogers Industrial PLrk North:
Chairman Weibel opened the hearing at 8: P.M.
The petitioner's proposal is to change the present comprehensive
plan use from B-3 General Office/Commercial to 1-1 Light
Industrial Office. Question was raised if this would allow
manufacturing on the site. Mr. Schmitz answered in the negative
because this is a Special Use PUD that provides for no
manufacturing. Mr. Valasco moved and Mr. Richardson seconded
that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to change that portion of
Parcel K, consisting of 7.45. acres of vacant land, from B-3
Office/Commercial to 1-1 Industrial/Office. The vote was 6 Ayes,
0 Nays, 0 Pass and the Chairman declared the motion passed.
Chairman Weibel declared the Public Hearing closed at 8:30 P.M.
Mr. Richardson moved and Mr. Velasco seconded that the Rogers
Industrial Park North Plat of Subdivision be approved and the
Chairman and Secretary authorized to sign the linen. The vote
was 6 Ayes, 0 Nays, 1 Pass and the Chairman declared the motion
passed. Mr. Boege stated that the reason for his "Pass" on the
previous motions was dub to his relationship with the petitioner.
ion 26. Lakevi
explain
lain and answer any question concernir,
resubdivision. The request is to subdivide
into three new lots of record. Mr. Bo
Richardson seconded that the request be apl
receipt of certain documents referred to in
March 1, 1989, and that the Chairman and Secr
to sign the linen. All members voted Ay(
declared the motion passed.
in *
ier was present to
the request for
wo existing lots
e moved and Mr.
Dved, subject to
�. Sims letter of
ary be authorized
and the Chairman
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PLAN COMMISSION MINUTES
Page Three
COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Community Development:
B. Comprehensive Plan:
C. Development Code:
D. Text Amendment:
March 1, 1989
No report
No report
No report
Mr. Velasco referred to recent
Board actions and commented that
the proposal to allow 6' fences was
not approved.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Chairman declared the
meeting adjourned at 9:05 P.M.
Respectfully submitted
Lynn M. Kloster
Phone 312 / 392-6000
MOUNT PROSPECT PLAN COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
March 15, 1989
Trustees' Room, 2nd Floor, Village Hall
100 South Emerson Street
8:00 P. M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
HHNNNNNE��
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MARCH 1, 1989 MEETING
IV. SUBDIVISIONS
MAYOR
Plaza United Subdivision, East
side of
CAROLYN H KRAUSE
between Dempster Street and Algonquin
TRUSTEES
V. COMMITTEE REPORTS
RALPH W ARTHUR
GERALD L FARLEY
A
Community Development Committee
LEO FLOROS
Richardson
B.
NORMA j MURALISKIS
Mr.
McGovern
OEORGER VAN GEEM
THEODORE J WATTENBERG
Village of
Mount Prospect
VILLAGE MANAGER
D.
Text Amendment Committee
JOHN FULTON DIXON
Velasco
Vi. OLD
BUSINESS
100 S. Emerson
Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
Phone 312 / 392-6000
MOUNT PROSPECT PLAN COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
March 15, 1989
Trustees' Room, 2nd Floor, Village Hall
100 South Emerson Street
8:00 P. M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
HHNNNNNE��
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MARCH 1, 1989 MEETING
IV. SUBDIVISIONS
A.
Plaza United Subdivision, East
side of
Busse Road,
between Dempster Street and Algonquin
Road
V. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A
Community Development Committee
Mr.
Richardson
B.
Comprehensive Plan Committee
Mr.
McGovern
C.
Development Code Committee
Mr.
Kloster
D.
Text Amendment Committee
Mr.
Velasco
Vi. OLD
BUSINESS
VII. NEW BUSINESS
VIII. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
I.X. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING
FINANCE COMMISSION
March 9, 1989
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. in the Herbert L. Weeks Public
Works Facility conference room. Members in attendance were Richard 8acxxuuer,
Ann Swilonic, Tom Pekrao and Paul Davies. Also present were Village Manager
3ow" Fulton Dixon, Finance Director David Jepson, Assistant Finance Director
Don Mazza, Planning & Zoning Director David Clements, Inspection Services
Director Chuck 8encic, Public wod'n Director Herb Weeks and Deputy Public Works
Director Glen Andler. Trustee George Yam Ceem arrived at 8;30 p.m.
II Planning
Director Dave Clements began the agenda with an overview of the Planning
Zoning Department's responsibilities and a presentation of the Planning
Zoning 1989-1990 budget. The department's responsibilities are fourfold:
A. Day-to-day planning which includes permit review, zoning questions and
interpretation and interaction with the public.
H. Long Range Planning including implementation of Comprehensive Plan
which is the "blueprint" of the Village's future.
C. Economic Development Program which concerns" drawing residential,
commercial and industrial developments to the Village which all have
an effect on the economic health and climate of the Village.
D. Community Development Block Grant Programs which provide economic
assistance to low and moderate income persons, the handicapped and the
elderly, rehabilitation of Central Business District including store-
front remodeling and right-of-way improvements.
The current fiscal year brought the highest level of activity in recent memory
and should continue into the new budget year. Projects such as Kensington
Business Center, Lexington Old Orchard, Brentwood, Harvest Heights and Lake
Center Plaza have token considerable time this fiscal year and will continue.
However, when this activity slows down, the emphasis will need to be on
redevelopment such as Village Commons to°nhomee, Staff will be spending
significant time on identifying txoan redevelopment ecoao. The Department's
staff of four professional planners bring a total of over 67 years or
experience.
Also included in the activities of the Department are support of the Plan
Commission, 2BA, Sign Review Board, Business District Development and Re-
development and Village Board in all of the areae mentioned above.
FA
The Department's budget request totals $798,750. O
approximately 34% comes from the General Fund revenues. The balance comes from
Community Development Block Grant Programs. The proposed budget program
includes storefront facade on Northwest Highway, TIF Target Areas D and F. New
programs include handicapped rehabilitation access at Village Hall, the Mount
Prospect Library and Senior Center, asbestos removal at the Senior Center and
contribution to the Suburban Primary Care Council. The Suburban Primary Care
Council provides medical assistance to uninsured residents. Emphasis will also
be placed on developing the old Public Works site on Pine.
Commissioner Richard Bachhuber asked how much longer the Village would continue
to receive CDBG funding. Mr. Clements replied that he expects the funding to
continue for at least the next several years at current levels. Ms. Smilanic
asked if Human Services would be in charge of the medical assistance program.
The Suburban Primary Care Council administers the program out of its Wheaton
headquarters. Ms. Smilanic asked whether the interns in the budget were
college students and could they contribute much to the program. Mr. Clements
replied that these interns are students in a BS or MS program with good design
skills. They are not involved in the policy end, but provide support so that
the planners can do more with policy.
Commissioner Davies asked about the need for the improvements for handicapped
access. Federal regulations require it.
Other discussion centered on asbestos removal and the residential single-family
rehabilitation loan programs. �
III Inspection Services
Director Chuck Bencic began his presentation with an overview of his depart-
ment's
May 1 when Code Enforcement from Fire and Engineering from Public Works were
""""".ew The present makeup of the department includes
Engineering Division is responsible for plan review and inspection of private
development. The division had approximately 50 programs in active status
during the past year. The programs included those in the Planning & Zoning
Department. Other activities of the division include public improvements
including streets, xotarmaina and er~nre. Major projects are the MFT program
or street maintenance and resurfacing, shared nvat sidewalk program, bridge
inspection and copoic and traffic studies. [P4 and IDOT regulations have
added considerably to the cost of improvements as well as placing time demands
on the department. Computer-aided drawing programs aid the department in
keeping up with the flow.
,
The total proposed department budget is $714,985. This is $72,000 less than in
the current year because of the central Road contractual engineering charges of
$99,000. If this is taken into account there is a slight increase. A word
processor replacement and a personal computer purchase are the only new items
in this budget.
Discussion of the budget began with the backlog of final inspections.
Mr. Racxx"ber asked if 12 inspections a day was a reasonable figure.
Mr. Bencic replied that some were drive by'e such as driveway or fence permits,
and some could be 2 - 4 hours as are final inspections of buildinge. The
department could get as many as 20 a day depending on the complexity of the
inspections. There was considerable discussion involving the inspection of
restaurants and other environmental type inspections.
Dave Jepson asked about the status of Kensington Development. mc. Boncic
replied that L»nro aro 10 - 12 vacant Iota with six in process of building.
Chacuoaiov then centered on the amount of undeveloped parcels and the amount of
time necessary to review the plans.
zv Public
Public Works Director Herb Weeks gave the Commission a brief tour of the new
Public Works Facility before beginning his presentation. The department has
completed the relocation from its old facility. The new location relieves
congestion, provides more productivity and centralizes all department activity.
Streets Division has 14 service programs with responsibility for 19 public
buildings, 150 miles of streets and more than 19,000 parkway trees. The
proposed budget totals $3°887,640, up 8.9s. The budget includes an increase in
bridge maintenance with on evaluation of the Lincoln Avenue bridge and complete
rehab or the Emerson Street bridge, An increase in crack filling is also
proposed to aid in maintenance and life of the streets. $1,015,008 is proposed
for street resurfacing and reconstruction including $140,000 for Central Road
widening shared with the City of Dem Plaines. Salt costs are up mainly due to
a 27'0 increase in nrice. Leer removal costs are rising due to maturation of
the trees in the Village. The beautification program along rights-of-way is
scheduled to continue. New equipment in the Street proposal are one additional
pool car, o backhoe and e semi -trailer truck to be used in various capacities
to aid in maintenance activities such as leaf hauling, snow removal and
landscaping.
The Water/Sewer Division maintains approximately 165 miles of ~atocmeino, JOO
The Division's budget is proposed at ''$5,973,535 which is $460,135 less than the
current budget. However, $875,000 for Prospect Meadows and SSSS projects
contained in this year's budget, do not appear in the 1989-1990 request. • Taking
this into account', a "real" increase of $415,000 is proposed, the majority made
up of an increase of $200,000 in watermain replacements, ;$60,000 in SSA #5 and
$60.,000 for debt service on the new Public Works facility. The watermain
replacements are necessary as the division had over '110 main breaks since
March 1, 1988. Another large expenditure is the painting of the elevated
storage tank on Northwest Highway for $155,000. This was last performed in
1982 with a cost of $125,000. It was moved up to this year's budget because of
the pace of development in the area. Another $75,000 is planned for the second
year of the booster pump replacement program. The division is also proposing
an expenditure of $25,000 for an automated meter reading program aimed at
commercial, industrial and multi -family housing units.
Discussion began with the replacement of four part-time Street and Water
Division employees with two full-time positions. Concern was mentioned about
not seeing a savings of 'operating costs because of the new facility. Savings
is coming in the form of increasedproductivity, response to 'emergencies and
maintenance of equipment. It enables the department to pay attention to other
areas virtually ignored while at the old facility. Ms. Smilanic brought up
concern that the combination of part-time ,positions into two full-time
positions added costs for benefits.' Mr. Weeks replied that this was proposed
to provide continuity and control in the parts room.
The balance of the meeting centered on the state of the Village's infra-
structure. Deterioration of streets,-watermains, sewers and storage facilities
were causes of concern. The 'failures of these are accelerating faster than the
Village can address them. The Commission ;was seriously concerned that the
Village not neglect the problems and that the remedies be adequate to prevent
the problems from reoccuring. The Commission feels that more education needs
to be provided to the community about the state of infrastructure. More groups
becoming involved would aid in letting the Village Board know their concerns
and possible solutions.
V Recommendation
The Commission voted to recommend the Planning & Zoning and the Inspection
Services budgets as presented. The Public Works budget was recommended with
several caveats. The elevated tank repairs and painting was a matter of
concern resulting in a 2-2 vote. The personnel changes were recommended with
the expression by one member that some savings should be realized in the other
areas of the department's budget.
The meeting concluded with a discussion of the Finance Commission's role in other
areas of financial management.` This topic will be discussed at a future Commission
meeting.
The next meeting will be on March 16, 1989 at 7:30 p.m. in the Finance Department
Conference .room. The Commission will draft its recommendation to the Village Board
at that time. Adjournment was at 11:55 p.m.
Res ectfd y Submitted,
Don Mazza, Ass 13 a t Finance Director