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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
FEBRUARY 27, 1990
I. ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 7;30 p.m. Present at the meeting were,
Mayor Gerald L. Farley; rruetnno Ralph Arthur, wor* Busse, Timothy Corcoran,
Leo Flocov, George Yon Geom and Theodore Wattenberg. Also present were:
Village manager John Fulton Dixon, Finance Director David Jepson, Assistant
Finance Director Carol Widmer, Inspection Services Director Chuck Benuio,
Human Services Administrator Nancy Morgan, Assistant Human 5ec,ioeo Adminis-
trator Jan Abernethy, Human Services Staff Members Judy Fell, April Fvinr°
Ana Kmyama and Joyce SkurIa. Also present were three persons from the print
media and several Village residents.
Public Works Director Herb Weeks arrived at approximately 8:45 p.m. and
Police Chief Ron Pavlock and Deputy Chiefs Tom Daley and Ron Richardson
arrived at approximately 9:00 p.m.
Il. MINUTES
The minutes of the Committee of the Whole meeting of February 13, 1990 were
accepted and filed.
Ill. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
No one present at the meeting wished to address the Committee of the Whole,
IV. 1990-1991 BUDGET HEARING
Village Manager John Fulton Dixon gave an overview of the areas of the budget
that would be presented. Mr, Dixon stated that the three areas to be
covered: Human Services, Inspection Services, and the Police Department,
accounted for approximately 14-1/2% of the total budget. The Human Services
budget amounts to about 3/4 of 1%, Inspection Services 2.2% and the Police
Department represents 11.5% of the budget.
Human Services Division
The presentation of the Human Services' budget started with a video overview
which depicted highlights of Human Services programs. Human Services
Administrator Nancy Morgan introduced the Division's proposed 1990-91 budget
of $294,320 which is $43,095 higher than the 1989-90 budget of $251,225. In
the proposed budget, $217,935 is for personal services and $55,885 is for
other services and supplies. An additional $20,500 is budgeted for contribu-
tions to social agencies. Under the personal services category, there is a
provision for converting the Employment Counselor position from part-time to
full-time and the addition of a new part-time social worker position to work
primarily with Police Department referrals. During 3vno 1989, Forest
Institute disbanded m program which provided counseling services for the
Police Department. These services were primarily for short-term counseling
for juveniles. The proposed social worker will fill the gap left by Forest
Institute. It is expected that the Village will receive reimbursements from
Elk Grove Township and Wheeling Township to help offset the salary of the
full-time employment counselor. Also, it is expected that an additional
$6,000 will be received from reimbursements and donations and $200 from Pace
for the Senior Taxi Program. These monies will help to offset program costs.
The Human Services Division provides many services to Village residents. In
total, 90,137 unite of service were provided to residents last year. It was
pointed out that these programa cost taxpayers only $3,46 per capita for the
year. Ms. Morgan then reviewed some of the new programa which were insti-
tuted during the past year. Included in these are the Intergenerational
Program where seniors and children can comm together to develop u more
meaningful relationship and KIT[ (Kids In Touch with Emotions), o support
group for children of mingle parents. Another now program which was
recommended by Trustee Arthur called Medicare Maze will begin March 6, 1990
with mix volunteers to help residents fill out medicare forme and other
documents.
After the presentation by Me. Morgan, the Mayor and Trustees asked questions
and added various comments. Following is o summary of the ensuing
discussion:
Mayor Farley Should we expect to receive at least a partial reim-
bursement for some programs such as the Network )O Program? Nn. Morgan
explained that it has been tried in other areas, but the experience has
not been positive. She added that the record keeping discouraged
potential business clients. In response to another question, mo. Morgan
stated that originally most of the placements were for part-time
positions but currently about 50% of the placements aro full-time
positions, with e growing emphasis on middle management positions.
Mayor Farley then asked about the funding for the Network 50 Program.
Nancy said that currently the Village is receiving $12°000 froN Elk
Grove Township and $5,000 from Wheeling Township. If the program is
increased to full-time, the Village will request $15,000 from Elk Grove
Township and $12,000 from Wheeling Township.
Mayor Farley asked uhm"t an overhaul of the Senior Taxi Program.
Ma. Morgan stated that much more staff time is expended in the program
than is covered by the reimbursement from Pace. She said they will be
thoroughly reviewing the entire program in March.
Trustee Wattenberg Stated that we should take caro of the truly needy
and that bi-li^qual programs are not needed and do not work in Mount
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Trustee Corcoran Corcoran Mount Prospect takes care of its own residents.
Trustee Busse Will epart-time social worker be adequate to fill the
need left by the elimination of the Forest Institute program? Nancy
Morgan said she thought it would work. Trustee Busse then asked if
other communities have the same types of programs that are offered in
Mount Prospect. Nancy said it varies, but that a number of other
municipalities offer many of these programs.
Trustee Van Geem How do you communicate with residents in the far
South or far North portions of the Village? Na. Morgan responded that
there is a regular article in the Village Newsletter, there have been
articles in the newspaper, and through word-of-mouth. Village Manager
Dixon added that a number of referrals also come from Village employees.
Trustee Floroe Do we make e point of addressing the needs of all
ages? For example, du we work with the schools? Nancy replied that we
work very o/vsmzy with the schools. The nurse and the social workers
coordinate their efforts with school personnel.
Trustee ploroa then asked about the contributions that are being
recommended for social agencies. He stated that he thought an alloca-
tion of $30,000 for the Historical Society and only $20,000 for the
social agencies was out of balance. He then asked how the recommenda-
tions were wade. Mo. Morgan stated that applications were mailed to six
agencies but that only five responded and four were recommnded for
funding. Trustee Florva stated that he did not agree with the recommen-
dation to withhold funding from Omni House. Trustee Wattenberg said he
shared Trustee Floroo' comments.
Trustee Arthur issued a directive to all departments: the only way to
reduce costs is to spend less. He stated he cannot support personnel
increases at this time. He stated he did not approve of the proposed
personnel increases in the Human Services' budget.
Mayor Farley said he nxeced Trustee Floroo' comments regarding Omni
House and would like additional information regarding the cecommendations for funding social agencies.
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Truaiee Arthur said he would like to fund all programs at the same level
as 1989-90.
Finance Commission Chairman Richard 8ochhuber stated that the represen-
tative of Omni House could not explain some of the provisions of their
by-laws and did not explain some of their activities. As a result, the
Finance Commission did not recommend funding this agency.
The Mayor and all of the Trustees commended the Human Services Division for
Inooection Services Deoaztment
A video of the Inspection Services Department preceded the presentation of
the Inspection Services budget. Director Chuck Benolc presented the 1990-91
budget for the Inspection Services Department. The Inspection Services
Department consists of the Building Code Division, Environmental Health
Division and the Engineering Division. In the budget, the Building Code
Division and the Environmental Health Division are classified as Inspection
Services and the Engineering Division as Engineering Services.
The Building Code Division is responsible for plan review, issuance of
building permits and the inspection of all buildings and structures within
the Village. The Division also reviews and issues permits for all remodeling
plans, fences, driveways, signs, sheds, decks and other miscellaneous
structures, as well as issuing garage sale permits. In 1988, 8,401 inspec-
tions were performed and in 1989 that number rose to 9,973. In 1989, 29031
permits were issued with a value of $53,731,873. The Village has adopted the
1984 8O[A National Building Code on the Village's building code. 8OCx revises
their codes every three years and the latest revision will occur in 1990.
The Building Code Division plans to review the 1990 code and will recommend
any changes to the Village Board.
The Environmental Health Division is responsible for inspecting all food
establishments, swimming pools, daycare centers, health clubs and multi-
family residential units. Mr. 8emcio stated there are 169 restaurants and
food establishments in the Village and their objective is to inspect each one
at least twice -a -year. He stated that the inspection includes a rating
system and over the pant year overall ratings have improved by 10%. In
regard to the multi -family housing unite, there were a total of 466
inspections and 771 rninenectiono along with 186 service calla and 256
follow-up ce1lm.
Overall, the division performed 3,843 inspections during 1989 in addition to
service requests for such items as landlord/tenant disputes, solid waste
complaints, animal control, and insect/rodent control.
The Engineering Division is responsible for the review and inspection of all
private site developments and for the design, contract preparation and
inspection of Village projects such as street resurfacing and reconstruction,
newer and water main replacements, the shared cost and new sidewalk programs,
and bridge repair contracts. There were approximately 50 ongoing and new
development projects that were reviewed and inspected during 1989.
The total proposed budget for 1990/91 is $882,190 compared to $879,985 for
1989-90. The budget includes additional expenditures for anticipated
overtime for the increased resurfacing/reconstruction program and $72,000 for
the initial engineering studies for improvements to Seminole Lana.
During the discussion that followed, Mayor Farley asked about Garage Sale
Permits, responding to resident questions regarding the Building Code, and if
there was a problem of building without permits. Mr. 8enric responded that
the Inspection Services personnel have been handling Garage gale Permits for
two years and that he thought they could continue to issue them without
adversely affecting their other duties. He also stated that when a resident
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has aquestion regarding the Building Code the Inspection Coordinator usually
can omowcr the question. Finally, he stated that the Village usually did not
know if building activity took place without a permit. He added that it
would be fairer to all residents if there was a tighter control regarding
permits, but that he did not have the staff for stricter enforcement.
Trustee Corcoran then asked a number of questions regarding the amount of the
salary adjustment in the 1989-90 budget, the percentage increase for
salaries, the reason for the difference to total Contractual Services and the
amount of overtime in the Engineering Division. Finance Director David
Jepson stated that the reason for the salary adjustment in 1989-90 and the
relatively high percentage of salary increases were due to the method of
presenting the i^[vrmation. In 1989-90, salary increases were included under
Salary Administration in the Village Manager's budget and then redistributed
after the start of the h"ug*t year. The reason for this approach was to
refrain from indicating the percentage increase prior to the completion of
negotiations with the various employee groups. However, because an agreement
is in place with each group for the 1990-91 budget year, the salary increases
were included in each departmental budget for 1990-91. In summary, salary
increases were reported as u salary adjustment in 1989-90 but are included
for each position in the 1990-91 budget.
Mr. Bencic then explained that Contractual Services were higher in 1989-90
because of the Central Rood Project. Additionally, he stated the increase in
overtime in Engineering is due to inspection requirements of the expanded
street resurfacing and reconstruction projects.
Trustee Wattenberg asked that some restraint be exercised regarding in-
spections for roof repairs and water heaters.
Police Department
The presentation of the budget for the Police Department was preceded by a
video of polio= services. police Chief Run Povlmck then presented the Police
Department's 1990-91 proposed budget. The request for 1990-91 is $4,617°615
compared to $4,430,790 in 1989-90 for an overall increase of $18*,825. The
increase reflects higher amounts for personal services, medical insurance and
training expenses; costs related to hiring'of an additional officer for the
Gang Crimes Task Force; membership in the Northern Illinois Police Alarm
System (NIPAG); the purchase of a new Breathalyzer machine, and Reaccredita-
tion fees.
Personal services are proposed at $3,809,225 in 1990-91 compared to
$3,489,730 in 1989-90, a $319,495 increase. The increase reflects pay
increases for sworn personnel under a union contract, in -range increases, and
the provision for one additional officer for the Gang Crimes Task Force.
The 1990-91 proposed budget for contractual services is $564,390 compared to
$522,370 in 1989-90. The increase of $42,020 is duo primarily to an increase
in the coot of medical insurance and career path training for sworn
personnel. The membership charge for the Northern Illinois Police Crime
Laboratory has increased by 4% and there is also an assessment for AFIS
(Automated Fingerprint Identification System). The assessment will remain at
$32,069 for 1990-91 but will be discontinued when the opnta of implementing
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the system are met. Also, funds have been budgeted for reaccreditation, o
five-year process toward recertifying the Department's status as the 97th
accredited law enforcement agency in the country.
A new appropriation for 1990-91 is a provision for membership in the Northern
Illinois Police Alarm System (NlPA5). As e member of mIPA6~ the Village has
a multi -jurisdiction task force of up to JO additional officers available
within 30 minutes. The cost for this program is a $1,700 membership fee and
e one-time charge of $5,600 for training the Village's member of the group.
In the capital expenditures category, there is an overall decrease duo to the
cycle used to replace Police vehicles. During the 1989-90 fiscal year, 17
vehicles were replaced; however, in 1990-91 only three vehicles have been
proposed for replacement.
Chief Pavluok completed his presentation by identifying some future needs.
In the 1991-92 budget an estimated $250,000 will be needed for vehicle
replacement. Additionally, the Department plana to re-evaluate the civilian
personnel positions and the sworn personnel needs during the coming year.
Also, one of the high priorities will be to provide information and education
regarding e new or remodeled Public Safety Building. The Chief concluded by
saying the goal of the Department is to provide responsible, prudent police
services to the entire Village within the economic resources that are
available.
Mayor Farley Asked if we were up to full strength and if we were at
full strength during 89/90. Chief Pavluok stated that currently we are
at full mtcnmgtx but that during 89/90 we were down an average of J to 4
police officers. Mayor Farley asked how many municipalities were
participating in the Gang Crimen Teex Force. Chief Pevinok replied
there were eight.
Mayor Farley then stated that he would like to see the vehicle replace-
ment schedule evened out, Chief PavIock stated his staff was looking at
alternatives, but a suitable plan had not yet been worked out. Village
Manager Dixon then stated that the Finance Director was preparing
information on a Motor Pool Internal Service Fund which could resolve
this issue.
Trustee Wattenberg Complemented the Chief for the fine job that the
Police Department does. He then said he would like to son a special
burglary detail of three men, Chief PavIock responded that currently
each burglary in investigated and that the bent offense against burgla-
ries in the Neighborhood Watch Program.
Trustee Floras Asked why the CPO Incentive Pay in Patrol and Traffic
Enforcement was $11,520 in 89/90 and $37,105 in 90/91. Chief Povlork
responded that the increase was part of the negotiated salary package.
Trustee Floras stated he would not support the addition of a new police
officer position.
Trustee Yon Gemm Stated that the Police Department budget is up am -9m
when capital expenditures are excluded. He asked the Police Chief to go
hucu and see where reductions could be wade to reduce the increase to
about 5%. Trustee Floras supported this request.
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Trustee Corcoran we will have new needs each year and we should react
to those needs, but we should not overreact. I'm not sure whether an
additional person should be added. I would like to ana an analysis of
the total coat of adding a new man compared to the costs of o five-year
veteran, including the costs of a vehicle, radio, etc,
Trustee Arthur l agree, the additional officer cannot be fundeu. I
also would like to take a look at a different vehicle replacement
schedule.
Chief Pomlocx responded at this point that the budget as presented was a
e bare -bones budget and if he xad to cut beck 4%, he would need to lay
off personnel.
Trustee Wattenberg Supported the Chief and stated we have not spent
enough in the past and now we have to pay the piper.
Trustee Busse Asked the Chief to review the budget and tell the Board
where services would be lacking if the budget is reduced. Trustee Busse
stated that we need to.be fiscally responsible, but we need to have
necessary police services.
Trustee Flnrno Stated that we are not suggesting cutting anything
which already is in place.
Tfuetee Corcoran The increase in the Police budget is $70,000 more
than the entire Human Services budget, A 1% reduction would save
$42,000. I would like you to sharpen your pencil.
V. Other Business
Mark Hess of TCI appeared before the Committee to explain that over the next
several weeks, TCI will be replacing certain amplifiers in their system. He
explained that most of the work will be done between 12:00 midnight and
7,00 a -m, and the entire project should be completed by the end of April. He
added that the result should be better service and clearer pictures for all
subscribers.
Public Works Director Herb Weeks reported to the Committee that roqvuate for
proposals for engineering services relative to flooding concerns in the
Village had been sent out to eight consulting firms. The proposals were
reviewed by his staff along with Village Engineer Chuck Benoio, and three
consulting firma were selected for interviewing. From that group, RJN
Environmental of Wheaton, Illinois is being recommended.
3no" Nardozzi of R3N explained that the project would take four to five
months to complete and would include six or seven areas of study within the
Village. He stated they understood the concern of being a good neighbor - of
coming up with solutions to the project not just shifting the problems to
another community.
Trustee Corcoran asked why the Village was recommending RJN when they were
not the lowest proposal. Mr. Nnake explained that the recommendation was
based upon the interviews. He and Chuck 8encio agreed that they thought RJN
had o better understanding of the work to be done, were better staffed to do
the Job, and had already completed the study for the Centrel/wapella area.
Mayor Farley requested that any construction work be coordinated with street
projects. Herb Weeks confirmed that this would be done.
Trustee Wattenberg than stated that he would like to put the flood control
projects on a back -burner until o decision is reached on o new Public Safety
Building. He stated he thought we are taking on too much at this time.
Irene Newman of 616 Elmhurst Avenue appeared before the Committee and stated
that they get water in their basement whenever it rains and "nvId like some
relief.
The Committee supported the recommendation and agreed to place the item on
the agenda of the next regular Board meeting.
Village Manager Dixon made the following announcements- Prospect Heights in
now a member of Northwest Central Dispatch; there will be e meeting on
March 29 at the Mount Prospect Park District -for all governmental bodies; and
that he would be meeting on February 28 with the Mount Prospect Park District
and the Arlington Heights Park District regarding welao Perk.
Mayor Farley stated that he will be absent from the regular Board Meeting on
March 6° 1990. Leo Florue was selected to chair that meeting. �
VI. Adjournment
There being no other business to come before the Committee of the Whole, the
meeting was adjourned at 11x10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
David C. Jepson
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,� ,-.LLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPL-4
PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT
Mount Prospect, Illinois
MINUTES
COFFEE WITH COUNCIL
Saturday February 17, 1988
Trustees Room, Village Hall
10:00 A.M.
The monthly Coffee With Council was convened at 10:00 am. In attendance were: Trustee
George VanGeem, Plan Commission Chairman Don Weibel, Village Manager John F.
Dixon, Planning and Zoning Director David X Clements and Mr. Joe Rhode of 317 North
Wille. Mayor Gerald Farley and Trustee Ralph Arthur arrived at 10:30.
Mr. Rhode discussed his concerns about the new home being constructed at 315 North
Wille. He indicated a concern about stormwater run-off during construction, as grading has
not been done and gutters are not yet installed on the new house.
After discussion, Mr. Rhode agreed the railroad ties could be placed on the lot line as a
temporary measure, to prohibit overland flow. He also agreed that railroad ties could be'
used at the foundation, as a planter.
Mr. Dixon noted that he believed railroad ties could be placed on the lot line if the ground
was not frozen, and stated, perhaps gutters could be installed on this side of the house as
soon as possible.
Persons in attendance generally discussed surface drainage, and noted that proper
engineering was more important than aesthetics.
Mr. Rhode asked about the possibility of a restrictive covenant at 315 North Wille that
might prohibit changing any grades, direction of downspouts or sump pump discharge.
Mr. Dixon indicated that such a covenant might be possible, but that it needs to be part of
a total package for presentation to that property owner.,
The meeting was adjourned at 12:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
bak M.
David M. Clements
Director of Planning
DMC:hg and Zoning
cc: Mayor and Board of Trustees
All Department Directors
AGENDA
MOUNT PROSPECT RECYCLING COMMISSION
March 15, 1990
Conference Room B, Public Works Facility
1700 West Central Road
7:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES JANUARY AND FEBRUARY MEETINGS
IV. CITIZENS FORUM
V. REVIEW CURBSIDE PROGRAM DATA
VI. OLD BUSINESS
A. Yard Material Program Status
1) Mailings - Residential and Business
2) Ordinances
3) Speakers Bureau - letter
B. Transfer Site - Roll -off Bins (BFI)
C. Markets for Recyclables
1) Newspaper - Animal Bedding
2) Tin - Processing Center
D. Chamber of Commerce Expo - Response
E. Earth Day
1) Mount Prospect Forestry Division
2) Garden Club/Historical Society
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Budget Hearing
1) Transfer Site
21 Multifamily Service
B. Other
VIII. NEXT MEETING
IX. ADJOURNMENT
MOUNT PROSPECT RECYCLING COMMISSION
February 15, 1990 Meeting Minutes
PRESENT: Dick Bachhuber, Paul Hoefert, Joe Kubik, and Ken Westlake
Glen Andler and Lisa Angell, Public works staff
ABSENT: Brian Robertson, Elizabeth Herbert, George Luteri, Steve Polit
and Mary Winkler
(No official business was conducted at the February meeting as there
were not enough members present for a quorum. However, an informal
session was held with reference to the February agenda.)
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Westlake at 7:40 PM. The
January meeting minutes were reviewed however, a formal motion to
approve the minutes will be made at the March 15 meeting.
As there were no members from the community present the Commission
moved on to the next item on the agenda, data from the curbside
program. Glen Andler also shared data compiled from December 1988
through January 1990.
The following topics were then discussed under Old Business.
A. Yard Material
1) Glen Andler stated approval had been given to move ahead with
the printing of the yard material brochures. The question was
raised as to whether we had ordered enough brochures. Glen
stated a sufficient quantity was ordered, with the option to
reorder when needed.
2) The contract for the yard material bags was awarded to the low
bidder, Mid-America Packaging. Joe Kubik questioned the number
of bags ordered. It was the concensus of those in attendance
that the estimated number ordered was an acceptable quantity
considering this is a pioneer program. If more bags are needed,
only enough will be ordered to complete the season.
The procedure for tagging unacceptable yard material bags left
at the curb was questioned. Mr. Andler stated BFI is working
with Public Works in tag design; BFI will be responsible for
tagging the container and the cost of the tag.
3) Ken Westlake again suggested the Commission be more proactive
and organize a Speakers Bureau. He feels networking with the
various civic organizations would foster community concensus on
recycling and increase visibility of Commission. Chairman
Westlake volunteered to draft a letter to local organizations;
Public Works will provide him with the list of names and
addresses.
Paul Hoefert stated he had talked with Janet Hansen, Mount
Prospect Chamber of Conference, in regard to information on
how businesses can recycle their materials. (Development of an
informational packet designed for businesses will be included on
next month's agenda.)
4) The Mount Prospect Park District will be offering classes on
lawn care, in general, as well as seminars on composting. The
Park District is also encouraging residents to leave grass
clippings on their lawns. Residents requesting additional
information on composting will be referred to Friendship
Conservkory.
B. Transfer Site
Glen Andler informed the Commission that the Metropolitan Water
Reclamation District (MWRD) did not approve the request for a
transfer site at Melas Park. The property, owned by MWRD, is
strictly for recreational use.
The roll -off bins for the curbside program currently placed at
Melas must be removed within 30 days. Glen is working with BFI in
locating an alternate site for the roll -offs. (BFI will bear the
cost of the transfer site for the roll -offs.) Consideration is
also being given to locating parcels of land for a leaf and snow
collection site.
At this time Mr. Andler also indicated it was highly unlikely the
Village would receive funding from the Department of Energy and
Natural Resources (ENR) for development of a transfer site.
C. Alternate Markets for Newspaper
George Luteri was not in attendance, therefore his report was
deferred until the March meeting. Dick Bachhuber did state he had
seen an article regarding the usage of newspaper for animal
bedding, however, the high cost of hauling was a noted drawback.
D. Household Hazardous Materials
Chairman Westlake contacted Cinda Schein with the Illinois
Environmental Protection Agency regarding the Village's
application for a hazardous collection day in Mount Prospect. Ken
expressed his concern with the EPA's guidelines for application
especially the lack of deadline dates. Although the Village was
not selected in the last round our application is being kept on
file for the next program in the fall of 1990. Ken will draft a
letter to the EPA reemphasizing our interest in participating in a
collection program.
E. Multifamily Service
Ken Westlake contacted the Glass Institute and was informed there
was no available funding through them, but he did receive a
referral list of other possible funding sources. Glen Andler
stated the proposed program did not qualify for funding from ENR1s
grant #7 as it was strictly for single-family homes.
The proposal for placement of igloo shaped recycling containers at
4 pilot sites is in the 1990-91 budget. It will be up to the
Village Board whether or not to proceed with the project. Glen
encouraged Commission members to attend the March 13 budget hearing
as the Public Works budget, including recycling, will be reviewed
on that date.
F. Recycling Participation - Mt. Prospect Park District
Steve Polit was not in attendance, therefore this report was
deferred to the March meeting.
G. chamber of Commerce Expo - March 2, 3, and 4
1) The Commission members in attendance were asked to sign-up to
work during at least (1) 2 hour period. Each of the members
present were assigned to call a member(s) not present, for a
time he or she would be available to work. This information is
to be called into Lisa Angell by Tuesday, February 20 so that a
work schedule can be sent to all members. The callers were also
asked to encourage the Commission member he spoke with to
attend the March 13 budget hearing.
2) Public works staff will have the display set-up with 6 panels of
information on recycling and 4 panels on yard material. The
brochures on yard material regulations and grass clippings will
be available in limited quantities for distribution.
There being no other old business to discuss the following items were
identified under New Business.
A. Lisa Angell stated she had been contacted by Mary Grace of St.
Raymond's school requesting a speaker on recycling for one of the
scout dens. When Ms. Grace contacts Public Works with more
details, the Commission will then determine who will speak to the
group.
B. Other
1) Paul Hoefert asked if there were any local activities planned
in observance of Earth Day and if so, would the Commission have
a role in them. Glen Andler stated he would check with the
Forestry Division and other sources for planned activities.
2) The question was raised again in regard to BFI's processing
center for aluminum and whether the center also accepts tin.
Glen Andler is to contact BFI for information.
3) The ordinances for the new yard material regulations were
briefly introduced by Glen Andler. Revised copies of the
ordinaces will be available for review at the March meeting.
The March Recycling Commission meeting will meet Thursday, March 15 at
7:30 PM in the Public Works Facility.
As there was no other business to discuss the meeting was adjourned at
9:35 PM. I
Respectfully submitted,
M. Lisa Angell