HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/06/2022 VB MinutesVillage of Mount Prospect
Regular Meeting of the Village Board
Tuesday, September 6, 2022 / 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hoefert called the Regular Meeting of the Village Board to order at 7:12 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 Richard Rogers, Trustee
Colleen Saccotelli and Trustee Michael Zadel
Absent: None
a. Pledge of Allegiance — led by Trustee Saccotelli
b. Invocation — provided by Trustee Gens
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3.1 Minutes of the Regular meeting of the Village Board - August 16, 2022
Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, second by John Matuszak to approve the meeting minutes of
August 16, 2022:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Colleen Saccotelli
Nay: None
Abstain: Richard Rogers, Michael Zadel
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
4. MAYORS REPORT
Mayor Hoefert read the following proclamations into record:
4.1 PROCLAMATION: National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month - September 2022
Director of Human Services Julie Kane and Deputy Director of Human Services Esther Salutillo
accepted the proclamation. Ms. Kane informed the Board that the Human Services department
is sponsoring a Suicide Prevention Awareness Community Event on September 21, 2022 from
4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The event will take place in the Farley Community Room at Village
Hall.
4.2 PROCLAMATION: September 11 - National Day of Service and Remembrance
Fire Chief John Dolan and Police Chief Mike Eterno accepted the proclamation on behalf of first
responders and all those affected by the tragic events on September 11, 2001.
S. COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
Bill Grossi
1919 E. Burr Oak Drive
Mount Prospect Lions Club
• Informed residents that free retinal and hearing screenings will be offered at the
Farmers Market on Sunday, September 18, 2022.
Ronak McFadden
Mount Prospect resident
• Asked when the equity audit will be available for public review
Village Manager Michael Cassady responded, stating the draft report is expected next week and
will be made available to the community when the report is presented to the Board.
• Questioned if resources specifically for the LGBTQ community will be available at the
Suicide Prevention Awareness Community Event
Deputy Director of Human Services Esther Salutillo responded, stating staff is reaching out to
global agencies to address this high-risk community.
• Ms. McFadden thanked staff for this event
Steve Polit
Mount Prospect resident
• Expressed concern regarding youths riding bicycles at high rates of speed in the downtown
area and causing dangerous situations for themselves, other pedestrians and patrons of
outdoor dining; suggested ways to educate the public/training on safety protocols.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
Trustee Rogers requested item 6.3 be removed from the consent agenda for a separate
discussion. Mayor Hoefert complied with Trustee Rogers's request and announced item 6.3
will be discussed under New Business.
Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, second by John Matuszak to approve the amended consent agenda:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Richard Rogers, Colleen
Saccotelli, Michael Zadel
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
6.1 Monthly Financial Report - July 2022
6.2 List of Bills - August 10, 2022 to August 30, 2022 - $4,533,576.75
6.3 REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION UNDER
NEW BUSINESS A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT AN ILLINOIS
TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE DESIGN
AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE MELAS -MEADOWS BRIDGE
6.4 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
WITH THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC
SIGNALS
Resolution No. 24-22
6.5 Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF SURPLUS PERSONAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT
PROSPECT
Ordinance No. 6644
6.6 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE ELK GROVE TOWNSHIP FOR PUBLIC WORKS CREWS TO PROVIDE
SNOW AND ICE CONTROL SERVICES ON CERTAIN ELK GROVE TOWNSHIP ROADS
Resolution No. 25-22
7. OLD BUSINESS
None
S. NEW BUSINESS
6.3 (CONSENT AGENDA) A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT AN ILLINOIS
TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION OF THE MELAS -MEADOWS BRIDGE
Director of Public Works Sean Dorsey stated the Village completed the Phase I Engineering Study
using local funds and a grant from the Invest in Cook program. The Village seeks to complete
Phase II, design engineering and Phase III, construction, through funding from the Illinois
Transportation Enhancement Program. This grant, if awarded to the Village, will fund up to 80%
or $3.0 million of engineering and construction costs. The Village would fund the remaining
amount. The grant application process requires a resolution be passed by the Village Board
supporting the grant request.
Board Comments:
• Concerned bridge will attract skateboarders, electric scooter and electric bike riders and not
intended users
• Not a proper use of Village funds
• Park users will use the bridge; great potential
• Important to get other taxing bodies to the table
• This is an opportunity to move the project forward
• Supports sustainability initiatives; adults and families with children will benefit from
the bridge
• Suggested soliciting private donors
• Supports project at this juncture; Village should continue to seek other
funding opportunities
Public comment:
Steve Polit
Mount Prospect resident
• Offered alternatives to the bridge; subject merits additional discussion
Carole Martz
Mount Prospect resident
• Questioned if the bridge is necessary and speculated if kids will use the bridge as
planned; concerned regarding the high cost of the project
Jeff Nejdl
303 N. MacArthur
• Opposes bridge
In response to a question from the Board, Mr. Dorsey stated future grant opportunities/awards
for this project might be affected if the Village fails to apply for this grant.
Motion by Michael Zadel, second by Colleen Saccotelli to approve the subject resolution:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel
Nay: Richard Rogers
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Resolution No. 26-22
8.1 A RESOLUTION APPROVING INTERGOVERNMENAL AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE STATE OF
ILLINOIS AND THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR
CONSTRUCTION AND PHASE III ENGINEERING OF THE RAND -CENTRAL -MOUNT PROSPECT
ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
Mr. Dorsey provided a brief background of the project. The Illinois Department of
Transportation bid the project through their formal bidding process. The bid opening
took place on June 17, 2022. Three bids were submitted. Martam Construction submitted the
highest cost bid of over $9 million. Alliance Contractor submitted the lowest cost bid for for $8.6
million. The engineers estimate was $7.1 million. Mr. Dorsey stated the Village secured $5.6
million in federal CMAQ funds for construction representing 80% of the construction cost. The
remaining 20% will be paid using Village funds. Mr. Dorsey stated the Village applied for and
secured additional CMAQ funding for $560,000.
Mr. Dorsey stated IDOT requires the Village to enter into two agreements. The first is a Joint
Funding Agreement because of the use of federal funds for construction. The Agreement
reflects the original estimated construction cost of $7,000,000.00. The breakdown is
$5,600,000.00 in CMAQ funds and $1,400,000.00 in local funds.
The second agreement is a Local Public Agency Engineering Services Agreement. The
Agreement reflects the contract amount of $697,170.00 between Christopher B. Burke
Engineering and the Village. The breakdown is $557,736.00 in CMAQ funds and $139,434.00
in local funds.
Mr. Dorsey stated staff supports and recommends approval the subject resolution.
Board Comments:
• Project is a great benefit to Mount Prospect residents, business owners and to anyone
traveling through our community; much needed improvement to this intersection
• Great use of CMAQ funds
Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, second by John Matuszak to approve the subject resolution:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli,
Michael Zadel
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
Resolution No. 27-22
9. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT
9.1 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO SIGN AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE NORTHWEST WATER COMMISSION AND THE NORTHWEST SUBURBAN
MUNICIPAL JOINT ACTION WATER AGENCY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF AN
EMERGENCY WATER SYSTEM INTERCONNECTION
Village Manager Michael Cassady requested this item be continued to the September 20, 2022
regular meeting of the Village Board to allow approval of the Intergovernmental Agreement by
the other interested taxing bodies.
Motion by Michael Zadel, second by Terri Gens to continue item 9.1 to the September 20, 2022
Village Board meeting:
Yea: Agostino Filippone, Terri Gens, John Matuszak, Richard Rogers, Colleen
Saccotelli, Michael Zadel
Nay: None
Final Resolution: Motion Passed
9.2 As submitted
None
10. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
Trustee Gens wished to make residents aware of the 988 Suicide and Crisis lifeline available to
those in need by calling (or texting) the number 988. This lifeline offers support with addiction,
mental health, suicidal ideation, etc. The lifeline is available in both English and Spanish
languages.
Trustee Saccotelli announced the Celebration of Cultures event takes place this Saturday,
September 10, 2022 at Kopp Park and encouraged all to attend.
Coffee with Council is scheduled for Saturday, September 10 in the Farley Community Room
from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
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 voice call
vote, the September 6, 2022 regular meeting of the Village Board of Trustees adjourned at 8:14
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Karen M. Agoranos
Village Clerk