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HomeMy WebLinkAbout0157_001COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE NOVEMBER 28, 19O9 Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m, Present at the meeting were: Mayor Gerald L. parleys Trustees Ralph Arthur, " y ��r4 Busse, Timothy Corcoran, Leo nuroa, George Van Gv*m, and Theodore Wattenberg. Also present Village Manager John Fulton Dixon, Director of Public Works Herb Weeks, De,�-- - pvulio Works Director Glen 4n^lrr, Street Superintendent Mel Both, Water Superintendent Jerry McIntosh, Engineer Fred Tennyson, and Finance Director — David Jepson. Also present were three persons from the print media,two representatives from the Metropolitan water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago, e representative from Citizens Utilities, and approximately 75 residents of the Village. If Minutes The minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of November 14, 1989 were accepted and filed. ID Citizens to be Heard No citizens addressed the Village Board. IV V,illage Storm Water and Flooding Concerns Mayor Gerald L. Farley stated that flooding is a concern or residents through- out the Village and that it was the village 8nard'a intention to review the problems on a Village -wide basis. He then introduced Mr. Bill nacaitio, Asst. Chief Engineer of the Metropolitan Nater Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (wWRD) to present their role in storm water co"trol, mr, waoeitis stated that MWRD is a regional agency with the sole purpose of collecting and treating sewage. Sewage is collected from municipalities and utility companies by means of e series or interceptor linea and is then transported to one of seven treatment plants that they operote. The treatment plant in 5Uckney, Illinois is the largest sewage treatment plant in the world, treating 1.5 billion gallons per dmy. Sewage from Mount Prospect and the neighboring communities is treated at their plant at O'Hare Airport. He stated that wwRD is not responsible for storm water distribution systems or flood control and indicated that there is no Storm Water Management Agency in Cook County. Mr. waoai±ia then reviewed the history or the MwRD and some or the circum- stances that have contributed to the flooding problems that many communities aro facing. In the early stagea of urban development in Cook County, a combined system of sanitary and storm sewers had been developed with the flow going directly into the streams and rivers. This condition became un- acceptable, and during the 30'o and 40'a the wwRD started treating the flow from the combined sewer system to protect the basic source of water supply. As development of areas continued, more and more pressure was put on the sewer m'sLews. The typical combined sewer system was designed to handle 1-1/2 times the normal flow during dry weather and as development of the vacant land continued, the sewer system became overloaded much more frequently. Separate storm and sanitary sewer systemsdeveloped and required in new developments, and in1963, txeHwRD started requiring developers to provide detention on their own property. However, the unrestricted growth of the previous loO years could not be reversed. The sewer systems Jvet could not handle the volume of sewage and storm woter- wW*n developed two programs to try to alleviate these problems: the Tunnel and Reservoir Project ([ARP) and the Infiltration/Inflow Corrective Action Program (ICAp). ` . Mr. weoeiUm explained that the TARP Program included the construction of e series of tunnels 150 - 300 fent below ground which would be designed to collect and hold the plow from the interceptor lines until it could be processed in the sewage treatment plants. He ther displayed a map of the tunnels that serve the Village of mount Prospect. Tunnels in this area consist of 6.6 miles of tunnels 16 feet to 20 feet in diameter. He pointed out that the deep tunnels were the 1st phase of the project and were only designed for pollution control. The second phase of the project in to build a series of reservoirs which would hold storm water much like the tunnels would hold sewage. However, Mr, Macai,ia pointed out that. Phase 2 of the project is the responsibility of the U. S. Army Corps or Engineers and not the MNRD- Phase 2 in the local area started in 1989 with e planned reservoir in the O'Hare area. It is being designed to handle the storm water generated by a "40 year" storm. It is expected that work will proceed although funding has not been aoovred, rHe second Program initiated by wwRo is the ICAP Program which is intended to control the infiltration of ground water into the sanitary sewer systems.also ^ includes the requirements to eliminate illegal connections. of downspouts and sump pumps to the sanitary sewer system. Mr. Macuitio pointed out that during a 1 inch to 2 inch rainfall, night downspouts or four mvmP pumps can fill a 12 inch combined sewer to capacity and cause surcharging or backups. He stated that municipalities which did not comply with the requirements of the lCuP Program would be subject to heavy fines. He also indicated that the Village of Mount Prospect was progressing very satisfactorily in implementing ICAp requirements. 0 Mayor Farley thanked Mr. wmcaitie for a very informative presentation, and summarized the presentation by saying it appeared that the Village of Mount Prospect was "on its own" regarding flooding problems. Considerable discussion by the Committee and wc, nacaitin rouuveu resulting in the following questions and comments; Mayor Gerald Farley Is it possible that as a result of the 1986 and 1987 rains that silt or some foreign material had restricted flows in the system or could the inLprceptor lines be damaged? Mr. Mo,aibo replied that the lines are operating ----ly and that. the problem is uvo to the intensity of the rainfall in the-- at several years. The reservoirs to be constructed in Phase 2 of the TARP project will help when there are high-intensity rainfalls. Also, Mayor Farley asked if the tunnel overflows in other areae affect the Mount Prospect area. Mr. macaitie explained the way the gates and locks of the system work to control the r)nw of water from Lexo Michigan and the flow of sewage in the tunnels. He stated that overflows in one area do not affect other areae, He related that normal flow of 35 million gallons per day increases to 150 million gallons per day when it rains. Trustee Corcoran /t appears that the only real solution over the long term is the xeancvoica, He asked Mr. Nacoitio if the reservoirs are a sure t»ing. His response: "We think so." Do you take the responsibility for cleaning the creeks (Weller Creek)? The response from Mr. mocaitis was no but that the MwVD tries to be a good neighbor and help local municipalities in maintaining waterways whenever noee/hle, Trustee Arthur Asked if Weller Creek was the only source for storm water run-o[f, The response was that the Feexanville 0ucx also takes storm waters on the Northeast portion of the Village. George Van Geem Asked if the technology was available to solve all the flooding problems if money would not be an issue. Mr. necaitio replied that t^=cr had been 100 years of unregulated growth in the Cmnug" area and that technology is available but that the estimated cost is $6 billion to resolve flooding problems and an additional $1.5 billion for waterway maintenance. Trustee van cemn then uokcu Mr. Macaitu: if the mwRD can help the Village of Mount Prospect allocate resources to solve flooding prvolnme. His response was that mNRn'e assistance would only be in the area of the tunnel and reservoir 4 Mayor Farley thanked Mr. Maraitio andcalled upon Mr. Bill Kvzie of Citizens Utilities for a presentation of their role in flood control in the Village of Mount Prospect. ` ' Mr. muzia stated that Citizens Utilities (CU) operates the water and sewer utility in the Northeast section of the Village and provides essentially the same service in that area as the Village provides in the rest of the Village. He stated that CU has been one of the leaders in complying with the ICxp Program and has removed 1348 illegal connections in their service area. He said they will continue to monitor the sewer system. In response to a question from the Mayor, he stated that all the sewers in the CU area are separate sewers and the CU is only responsible for the sanitary sewers. ` Don wim*el or 1e33 rano Len* oauvu why the flooding problem was more severe this year than it had been in the past. Mr. Kuzia stated they have had the same problem in the CU area that the Village had. The problem was primarily due to the heavy rains. Trustee Busse Because of the seriousness or the situation, we need more surveillance and monitoring of illegal connections, and we should do whatever we need to to eliminate them. Village Resident David Shine of 512 ma -Vo -Ta stated that there are three reasons for more flooding vow -man in prior yoaca` 1, High-intensity rainfall during the last few years; 2. Illegal connections of sump pumps and downspouts; and 3. Development of vacant land. He stated that flooding is the Village's problem and not the problem of the MWRD or CU. Public Works Director Herb Weeks then introduced Catherine L. mmrb:y and Thomas M. Cciae of R3w Environmental Associates, Inc. to present their report on the flooding rc"uleme of the Central/waPella area. They explained the background of the problem, their approach to collecting information, evaluation of the existing system and alternatives to resolving the problems. The drainage area comprises approximately 44 acres in an area uovnmnu by Northwest Highway, Lancaster Street and Central Road. / The fundamental problem is that the combined sewer system in the area was designed to xunulr approxi- mately 2,8 cubic feet per second (CFS) and a "one year rainfall" produces 20.5 CFS. The existing system includes 12 inch line and it simply cannot handle the demands in the area. RJN, presented five alternatives and recommended an alternative which would 9 During the discussion that followed, it was stated that the project could be completed in approximately one year depending upon the time of the year the project in started. Additionally, it was confirmed that the mwRD Reservoir project will not correct this problem because the existing sewer pipe is so emall, Village resident Paul Ho[ert asked the Village 8vaco to consider the effect that any corrective action in this area would have on areas downstream on Weller Creek. Trustee Floron asked V°Fb He,ha if we were just shifting the problem. Herb stated it would alleviate the problem in this area but that action should also be taken to improve the flow in Weller Creek. Two residents in the area, Vern McCain and Steve O'Mara, commented that the flooding problem has gotten worse and they requested assistance from the Village. mr, weoxo then reviewed his memo of November 16, 1989 regarding flooding concerns in the following areas: Central Road and wa-Pella Fairview Gardens mvrm main Street Lonnquiat and 8veoe See-Gwu" and snlr Road See-Gvmo and Birch xauen Heights Wheeling Road and Euclid School Higgins Creek McDonald Creek South Mount Prospect Road Herb presented estimated costs for some of the projects but stated that other areas would need to be studied before estimated costs could be obtained. Herb also recommended that the Village adopt an ordinance that would mandate the disconnection of all downspouts from the sanitary sewer system. Following aro comments from the committee and certain ceaiuonto/ Mayor Farley Regardless of the resources allocated, all the flooding problems will not be resolved under severe conditions. He would like to be evro we correct the problem and not merely shift it to another area. He did not want to prioritize the areas for corrective action, it should be all or nothing. He favored moving ahead. Trustee Wattenberg Stated that he needed more information and questioned how ae,iuvo the problem actually is. 6 Trustee Arthur ' Itmnk we should do whatever is needed toresolve the flooding problem. Trustee Floros / Therm is nothing more devastating to a homeowner than flooding proulema. It auunua like a large sum of money but we must be willing to pay for it. l support the downspout ordinance and think it should be effective immediately. Trustee Corcoran I have a problem with spending $900,000 for Cent ral/wa-Poila without knowing the total cost. He agreed that there should be hefty fines for residents with illegal connections to the sanitary aewrre. Trustee Busse I think we should move .forward. There is nothing worse than worrying about your house flooding. I favor moving ahead with Central/wu-polla and obtaining studies for the remaining erooa. ` Trustee Van Geem "Let's not dally." niect with Central/wa-Pellaunu determine what we need to mm in other areas. Jim Stasiek - 402 South Mount Prospect Road My area was not included in Mr. Weeks' report; is the village going to do anything for our area? Herb Weeks replied that C"vx County has the responsi- bility for the mtvon sewers in his area. Mr. 5taoiek was informed that the Village would encourage county officials to address the problem. Asked that consideration be given to the Hatlev Heights area. He was informed that this area was included in Mr. wemxo' report and would ^;nd to be included in a future study. - The Board agreed that Public wocue Director should proceed with proposals for ,he design specifications for the Cent ral/Wa-PeIla area and request proposals for studies in the remaining areas of the Village with flooding problems. 7 V Cable Because of the lateness of the hour, Mayor Farley asked that this /tmn be deferred to a future Committee of the Whole meeting. VI Manager's Report Nothing to report. VII Other Business Trustee Corcoran questioned the necessity for putting the referendum question regarding a new Public Safety Building on the March primary ballot. He stated that on needed more information and did not think there was enough time bgh,co the Ordinance would need to be adopted. He specifically asked thattxe referendum he deferred until No,omUer. There was a consensus of the Committee to defer consideration of the referendum question until the November election. VIII Adjournment ~ There being no further business before the Committee of the Whole, the meeting was adjourned at 11:25 p.m. Respectfully Submitted David C. Jepson Finance Director TO: MAYOR GERALD L. FARLEY AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FROM: R. A. BACHHUBER, CHAIRMAN, FINANCE COMMISSION DATE: 7 DECEMBER 1989 SUBJECT: WATER TANK LOCATION Pursuant to the recent Board directive concerning the future of the water storage tank now located in downtown Mount Prospect, the Finance Commission submits the following report. The Commission thoroughly studied the report of the consultant, Tank Industry Consultants, plus information supplied by Public Works Director Herb Weeks, and by unanimous agreement have determined that it is of significant, economic advantage for the tank to remain in its present location and for the Public Works Department to perform or have performed the maintenance procedures Indicated in the Consultant's report. In reaching this conclusion, the Commission spent two meetings and a number of hours of vigorous discussion covering all the details involved in this determination. Respectively submitted, ,Richard A. Bachhaber, Commissior,t Chairman Copies to: Finance Director, Dave Jepson Members of the Finance Commission I Vi! ot-,Aount Prospect -- Mount oMount Prospect, Illinois INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR GERALD L. FARLEY AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FROM: VILLAGE MANAGER DATE: DECEMBER 7, 19$9 SUBJECT: CABLE TELEVISION DIVISION STAFFING T !. I believe that we should place more emphasis on staffing at the appropriate Level so that program work can be the primary consideration of the Cable Division. Emphasis in the past has been on equipment and compliance. Some minor upgrading of component parts are the only equipment needs that are seen at this time. Reornmendation. I recommend in addition to the Cable Administrator, the part-time Production Assistant be moved to a full -tune position at a salary of $18,000 per year (approximately $4,000 more than presently allocated) and that we continue with the college intern and the public relations intern. In addition, the secretary should be moved from a part -gime position to a full-time position so that someone is able to answer the' phones during days when the Administrator and Production Assistant are involved in filming. It has become apparent to me that it is necessary for two people who have the cable capabilities to be available if one becomes ill or not available, the other one would be able to fill in. I believe that the Cable Division should again be encouraged to explore the feasibility of coordinating use of our cable staff with other governmental bodies. I wish to have permission to start the Production Assistant on a full-time basis commencing as soon as possible so that we would have two people trained to operate the video equipment. Attached is a cost breakdown and pay -back schedule for the Cable Division. Please note that the difference in cost in the 1991 and. 1992 columns would change if the above recommendations are approved by reducing the excess to $7,780 and $5,595 (or about $1.0,000 less). And, ending balances would be reduced to $10,480 and $26,095 respectively. I am pleased to announce that Cheryl Pasalic will be starting as Cable Administrator for the Village on January 8, 1990. She was instrumental in bringing together the governmental bodies in. Bensenville in a cooperative effort that has been very well received by all governmental bodies. � JFD/rcw JOHN FUI., DION C Beginning Balance Revenue Expenditures: Personal Services (1) Contrctual Services (1) Commodities (1) Capital Equipment (2) Cable TV Remodeling Medical Insurance (2) Pension, FICA, & Insurance Total Expenditures Excess <Deficiency> of Revenues over Expenditures VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT CABLE TELEVISION STATEMENT OF REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES FOR THE PERIOD 5/1/83 - 4/30/92 Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 $ - $ 6,886 $ 57,791 $ 92,996 $<45,107> $<35,148> 1,600 1,800 $6,994 $78,740 $116,061 1 124,572 $128,924 $1j5,111 $ $15,379 $ 28,829 $ 50,127 108 4,282 11,279 12,509 F 4,094 9,362 11,797 804 f 24,220 110,205 66,212 1,600 1,800 3,076 5,766 10,025 $ 108 $27,635 $ 81,056 $ 2622675 $6,886 $51,105 $ 35,005 $<138,103> Ending Balance C Q��Qt af'`ve J 16,886 $57,991 1 92,996 < 45,107 (1) Expenditures for 1991 and 1992 projected to increase 5% annually (2) Expenditures for 1991 and 1992 projected to increase 10% annually I ----- eouncil membership lies beem excluded Fo. 1990, 1991, a d 1992- /)C.7 -t.1 t Eetrima -dBudget Projected Projected 1989 1990 1991 1992 Qc, etc_; '? 7z'� '� -Ic, 5=-iz7 $<25Z180 , , , 1.371c;'7 BB $145,000 $150,000 $155,000 (1) CS} toc 7f;5:J 75c,5c_ $ 51,379 $ 57,845 $--66;-05 ;8,48() 8--$- 19,524 21,216 10,518 13,110 $e--- 11,720 12,305 12,920 Aa Ilg4 25,268 19,207 23,�"s 7,730 8,500 9,350 C'ca'u -;z r�.2� , � 2 r,>2,000 2,200 2,420 , , 440 1,c� �� t �5 c c 10,276 11,569 -43,:x0 x§;63 $118,965 $125,147 991#} / r ,5Es- / 7, '»� $ 9,959 $ 9,964 ,nc, <35 148> $<25,184 <25 184> 4djL JgZ -> Jj1b&LQ J�;;� - AGENDA MOUNT PROSPECT RECYCLING COMMISSION DECEMBER 14, 1989 Conference Room B, Public Works Facility 1700 West Central Road 7:30 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES NOVEMBER 7, 1989 MEETING IV. OLD BUSINESS A. BFI Contract Amendment B. Multi -Family Units C. Plastics D. Bins in Public Buildings E. Response from Local Newspaper Publisher(s) V. NEW BUSINESS A. Christmas Tree Recycling B. Large Appliance(s) Disposal C. Collection of Recyclables en masse, ie, Wheeling program D. Mt. Prospect Chamber of Commerce Expo E. Household Hazardous Materials VI. NEXT MEETING MOUNT PROSPECT RECYCLING COMMISSION November 7, 1989 Meeting MInutes PRESENT: Dick Bachhuber, Elizabeth Herbert, Paul Hoefert, Joe Kubik, George Luteri, Steve P61it,,Ken Westlake, and Mary Winkler. Glen Andler and Lisa Angell, Public Works Staff Ron Otto, Mount Prospect resident Eileen Berg, student ABSENT: Brian Robertson The meeting was called to order at 7:35 PM, at which time Chairman Westlake called for approval of the October Meeting Minutes. As there was some question as to whether the Commission had formally addressed and supported the proposed transfer site for leaves and recyclables at Melas Park, the following revision was made to the minutes: The Recycling Commission unanimously supported the proposed method for the collection and disposal of grass clippings, leaves and brush. However, the proposed transfer site was only discussed rather than formally acted upon. Following this clarification the minutes were approved. The following topics were discussed under Old Business: I. Yard Material Glen Andler presented a rough draft of a memo to be presented to the'Village Board of Trustees at the November 14, Committee of the Whole Meeting. The memo outlined the Commissions recommendations for the collection and disposal of yard materials. Although the Commission supported the recommendations at the October 26 meeting a few of the Commission members had questions and concerns regarding specifics of the program. 1) Dick Bachhuber questioned the price of the bag. Mr. Andler reviewed itemized cost of the bag with the Commission. Members again gave support for the proposed cost. Further points of the bag system were highlighted: a) Northbrook and Rolling Meadows both have successful bag systems. (Northbrook, leaves only; Rolling Meadows, garbage) b) The bags are treated for moisture and have been demonstrated to be durable under wet conditions. c) Research has proven degradability of bag occurs within a 5-6 week period. 2) George Luteri questioned various cost figures shown on the work sheets. Again, cost figures were reviewed, corrected and clarified, as needed. one factor emphasized regarding the cost of the bag was; the critical issue of the program is to discourage homeowners from bagging their grass clippings. Therefore the cost should be an incentive for non -bagging. 3) Chairman Westlake asked about landscape materials from multi -family units. Mr. Luteri stated most multi -family units contracted for landscape service. If a multi -family unit does not have landscape service and they have been utilizing dumpsters for yard material disposal they will be subject to purchasing Village bags, according to Mr. Westlake. Mr. Andler stated he would check with BFI on this issue. He also stated an ordinance would need to be adopted to prevent landscapers dumping into on- site dumpsters. 4) Mr. Andler mentioned although brush collection would be assessed for each household it is feasible a user cost similar to the grass clippings bag system could be implemented. However, for this contract the collection and disposal of brush would be a flat fee. He reassured the Commission, homeowners would be given written instructions regarding the collection of brush. 5) A few Commission members questioned whether all the work sheet attachments should be submitted to the Board. Following'a brief discussion the Commission voted to leave all attachments with the proposal document. II. Transfer Site In response to the proposed transfer site the following questions were raised: 1) Dick Bachhuber'stated it was his understanding Arlington Heights had requested land space at'Melas. Mr. Andler responded that Arlington Heights request would probably be dropped and that Mount Prospect has a 20 year lease with the Metropolitan Wate Reclamation District for Melas Park. 2) Steve Polit questioned whether any residents in the area ever complained about leaves being dropped at the site. Mr. Andler stated there had never been any complaints made to Public 'Works." 3 ) George Luteri suggested the transfer site be used for collection of plastics. He also mentioned a new recycling center is going up on South Mt. Propsect Road and Touhy. Chairman Westlake then called for a motion to approve, for recommendation to the Board of Trustees, the `proposed 'transfer site for leaves and recyclables. The motion was made, seconded and unanimously accepted by Commission members. Chairman Westlake will summarize the Commission's recommendations at the november 14 Committee of the Whole Meeting. Mr. Ron Otto, resident, stated he felt the Commission needed to make a stronger opening statement to the Board in support of; leaving grass clippings on the lawn and/or backyard composting. The Commission agreed with Mr. Otto and the opening statement sball be reworded as such. Steve Polit suggested having an art contest for decorating the bag but it was determined the Village logo should be used. New Business I. Education Video Karen Giet's,'Cable Administrator, resignation from the Village, will delay production of the recycling video. Since it is questionable when work on the video will resume a letter will be written to the schools explaining the situation. To encourage school involvement though, the schools will be offered recycling bins and curbside collection. II. Recycled Paper The Public Works Department and the Manager's office have ordered recycled letterhead paper and business 'cards. III. Recycled Products Glen Andler informed the Commission the Public Works Department purchases recycled toilet paper and paper towels. Although there were additional topics mentioned, due to the time all other recycling issues were postponed until next month's meeting. In consideration of the holidays the Commission agreed to meet Thursday, December 14, 7:30 PM at the Public works Building. The meeting was adjourned at 9:55 PM. Respectfully submitted M. Lisa Angell FINANCE COMMISSION Minutes of the Meeting November 30, 1989 The meeting was called to order at 7;30 p.m. Commission members in attendance were Richard 8achxuber, Paul Davies, 3o»^ Engel, Vince Gruchocineki, Newt Hallman, Jim Morrison, John M"aear" Tom Pokroo and Ann Smila"ic. Also present were Finance Director David Jepson and Assistant Finance Director Carol Widmer. D The minutes of the November 9, 1989 meeting were accepted as presented. III Mr. Bachhubor began the discussion of the elevated tank rehabilitation by stating that the Commission had two responsibilities regarding the storage tank question. The first was to make a recommendation to the Village Board as to whether the present tank should be repaired and brought into compliance with today's standards or torn down and a new tank erected. The second recommendation was whether the Commission feels the Village should enter into negotiations with the Nater Reclamation District to purchase additional land at Neluo Perk for future use. The members of the Finance Commission carefully reviewed Herb wenxo' November 13, 1989 memo regarding Tank Industry Consultants report on the condition of the present water tank and all of the recommended maintenance and improvement to the tank. After considerable discussion by Commission members m motion was presented by John Engel to the effect that it was not economically feasible to replace the tank at this time and that the Village should follow the recommendations of the Tank Industry Consultants. The motion was seconded by Ann Smilam1c and passed unanimously. The Commission asked that Public Works Director Herb wovkm attend the next meeting scheduled for January 4, 1990 and present the plans to implement the recommended repairs and rehabilitation to the present tank. The Commission then considered the topic of additional land acquisition at molms lY The next topic on the agenda was purchasing policies and procedures. Mr. Jepson gave some background on the Village's current system. It is o decentralized system with each department responsible for their own budget and purchasing. Current Village policy requires that each purchase order must be signed by the Department Director and the Finance Director. Purchase orders for $500 or more require the Village Manager's signature also. Purchases for items over $4°000 require o formal bid process unless waived by the Village Board, The purpose of the new manual, "Village of Mount Prospect Purchasing Policies and Procedures," is to provide guidelines and procedures for the departments to follow. The Finance Commission members made several recommendations they felt would strengthen and improve the proposed policy including changing the amount requiring the Village Manager's signature from $500 to $1 000. Also, it was suggested that instead of requiring formal bids at $4,000 we include a statement that we will conform to the state statute. This will raise the requirement to $5°000 and change if and when state statutes are amended. Mc. Morrison suggested we add a conflict of interest statement. Mr, Jepson said he would incorporate all of the suggestions and present a revised policy and procedure manual at the January meeting. Mr. Jepson next presented a table of comparative information for 1988 on the 28 members of the Solid Waste Agency which was obtained from an Official Statement of the Solid Waste Agonoy, Mr. Jepson pointed out that the fiscal policy of the Village has been to maintain a General Fund balance of approximately 15"0' of expenditures for working cash and cuntiogencien. Only nix communities have a lower percent of pv^d balance to expenditures. Also noted were expenditures per capita and general obligation debt per capita. In Momdy'a the average general obligation debt per capita is $453 and the Village of mount Prospect's is $193. For each comparison, the Finance Commission members concurred that the informa- tion highlights the Village's conservative fiscal policy. VI The 1989 Tax Levy Ordinance was briefly discussed. The 1989 tax rate was expected to come down from $1.08 in 1968 to $.956 in 1989. The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Carol Widmer