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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOW Meeting Packet 12/14/1993MINUTES COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE NOVEMBER 23, 1993 I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Village Manager Michael Janonis at 7:30 p.m. Present at the meeting were: Trustees George Clowes, Timothy Corcoran, Richard Hendricks, Michaele Skowron and Irvana Wilks. Trustee Hoefert arrived at 8:02 p.m. Absent from the meeting was: Mayor Gerald Farley. Also present at the meeting were: Assistant to the Village Manager David Strahl, Public Works Director Herbert Weeks, Deputy Public Works Director Glen Andler, Finance Director David Jepson, Police Chief Ronald Pavlock, Human Services Director Nancy Morgan, Assistant Human Services Director Jan Abernethy, Human Services staff including April Foley, Judy Fell, Nina Persino. On a Motion by Trustee Skowron and Seconded by Trustee Clowes, Trustee Corcoran was unanimously voted as President Pro Tem for the meeting. II. MINUTES On a Motion by Trustee Skowron and Seconded by Trustee Clowes, the Minutes of September 14, 1993 were Approved with Trustee Hendricks abstaining. Trustee Skowron made a Motion to Approve the Minutes of November 9, 1993 which was Seconded by Trustee Hendricks. The Minutes were unanimously Approved with Trustee Wilks abstaining. III. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD There were no citizens present who wished to address the Board at this time,. IV. MELAS PARK DEVELOPMENT OVERVIEW Village Manager Michael Janonis stated that the Arlington Heights Park District and the Mt. Prospect Park District are here to present, a Development Plan overview. The initial development will focus on the west half of the Park which lies in the Arlington Heights Park District zone. At this time, few improvements are contemplated in the east half of the site which is under control of the Mt. Prospect Park District. He further stated that an informational mailing was distributed to residents in the'area of the Park prior to this meeting in order to solicit citizen comments. Gerald Oakes, of the Arlington Heights Park District, presented the Development Plan to the Village Board. The Development Plan is expected to be accomplished in three phases. Development incudes lighted softball and little league diamonds along with lighted volleyball courts. He then introduced Robert Zemoney of Land Design Development Company. This company performs land design work for the Arlington Heights P<rrk District. Robert Zemoney stepped forward and presented the overall concept plan'to the Village Board. He stated there are approximately 35 acres which is managed by the Arlington Heights Park District which has been tapped for development. The service road running through the middle of the property is the basic dividing line between Arlington Heights and Mt. Prospect Park Districts. The Plan includes parking lots of 130 cars each for a total of 260 parking spaces. The road will be required to be upgraded. The ball fieldswill include lighted facilities and lighted volleyball courts along with a concession stand and lighted soccer fields which would be placed on the ,diamonds and in use when the ball diamonds are not in use. The far northern section of the., property incudes a picnic and play area and a pedestrian bikeway throughout the site and circling the- entire site including the Mount Prospect side. Trustee Skowron asked' how late will the lights be on. Mr. Oakes stated that all facility lights would tie shut down by 11:00 p.m. as per their league policy. Trustee Skowron further asked how were the number of parking spaces determined. Mr. Oakes stated the 260 parking lot total includes two parking lots of 130 cars each and the total number of spaces were based on the average usage and the average number of people per car based on their analysis. Trustee Skowron questioned whether the parking lots would be big enough for the projected activity. Mr. Oakes thought that the number of parking spaces were adequate based on the staging of the activities. Trustee Wilks asked if the bike paths would be lighted. Mr. Zemoney said that the trail network, the perimeter throughout the site and on both sides of the access road would be a paved jogging and biking path with no lights. Trustee Wilks asked who would maintain the jogging and bike path throughout the site. Mr. Zemoney stated that each District would be responsible for the trails on their side of the road. Trusteo Wilks asked about the type of lighting to be used on the ball diamonds. David Dlckerson, of Lighting Consultant, Inc., spoke. His company drew up the lighting plans for the Arlington Heights Park District side. They project 50' poles with halogen lights and the lights hemseives would be sports lights. This type of light provides much more concentrated light in a smaller area than the typical lights. Therefore, all light is concentrated on the field with a minimal amount of glare. He projects approximately six poles per field would have lights on at any one time tonight appropriate ball diamonds for night play. He stated there would be 16 total lighting 'poles on the site. I Tnistee Wilks asked what nights would the lights be on until 11:00 p.m. Mr. Oakes stated usually Monday through Friday the lights would be off by 11:00 p.m. due to their league rules. Their leagues typically only run through weekdays. Trustee Wilks asked if there were any plans for the Mount Prospect side. WaNy Cook, of the Mt. Prospect Park District, stated at this time, they have no extensive plans for the development of their side of the site. However, they plan to use the football/soccer fields that they currently have more intensively in the future and also may consider building a concession/shelter and play area in the general vicinity of the playing field. General discussion followed. Trustee WNks asked Mr. Dickerson if he would provide a list of similar lighting . schemes in the area for Trustees to review. Mr. Dickerson stated that would be no problem and would forward a list to all Trustees for their information. Herta Weeks stated they would still be able to dump leaves and snow in the parking lot and this is included as part of the agreement. The type and cost of the road is yet to be determined but he would estimate approximately $100,000 for the road which is the Village's responsibility according to the agreement. Mr. Oakes stated he is investigating possible grant availability for funding of various phases of the project as is Mr. Weeks for funding assistance for the road itself. General discussion concerning the amount of parking spaces followed with numerous Trustees stating their concern about the limited number of parking spaces when the site is under heavy use; for example, during the 4th of July celebration. Mr. Zemoney stated that they could redraw the plans in order to determine if additional land is available for future lots and a possible land banking situation and at this time, may even consider adding additional parking if necessary per the Trustees' comments. Trustee Hoefert recommended that additional parking be built at this time to minimize disruption. Resident Charles Bateman, of 401 East Berkshire, spoke. He is the owner of the batting cages and miniature golf course on Rand Road. He has a concern regarding building of batting cages on the Park District site when commercial cages are available in the vicinity. He stated based on his knowledge and experience of dealing with batting cages, batting cages alone cannot make a go financially without additional spin off businesses near the cages. He would ask that the cages be deleted due to the availability of commercial batting cages in the general vicinity. 91 Mr. Oaks stated he has no problem deleting the batting cages if that is the desire of the Board at this time. Also, he stated that he has not committed to building the batting cages. It was their initial belief that the cages would help enhance the softball usage. He further stated that due to the phases of this development over a three year period, he expects to build the softball/little league fields first and have them ready by the summer of 1995. Village Manager Michael Janonis stated that the next step would be to take the plan to the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District for concurrence because technically it is their property with the two Park Districts and the Village leasing the property from them. After MWRD approval, then the plan would come back to the Village Board for final approval prior to construction commencing. Trustee Corcoran stated that it appears the Village Board only has concerns about the parking and the determination of how future parking expansion is going to be looked at along with the batting cages. Trustee Wilks stated thatsheis concerned and would like to look at similar lighting schemes in other areas. V. DEPARTMENTAL REVIEWS - HUMAN SERVICES Nancy Morgan stated that much of the work the Human Services Department performs is for citizens and individuals who have problems which many times are thought to be limited to urban areas only. For example, overcrowding in dwelling units is a real problem in this area. She said that Mount Prospect was one of the first communities to have a Senior Citizen Center in the area and service demand has increased during that time while staff has not increased. She went on to review the duties and the programs that the Human Services Department provides. She further stated that they are in the process of utilizing more computer technology to document the services they provide and the units of service they provide to area residents. She stated that many times service is provided by Human Services Department because no one else can think ;of the Department that would be able to handle the service so things tend to fall to the Human Services Department more than any other Department. General discussion followed. Nancy Morgan stated that all the money and food is donated and no Village funds are expended for the purchase of food or donations to individuals for financial assistance. She also stated that the Human Services Department has an extensive network of volunteers which it utilizes fully. Village Manager Mk hael Janonis stated that one of the long-term issues within the Department is to look at service priority and staff/ citizen priority of service. He stated that a joint exercise between the Board and the staff may be necessary to determine the services the Department is to provide. 4 Trustee Clowes asked if some of the services Human Services Department is currently providing are currently provided by private organizations. He recommended that the Human Services Department review their services to make sure they are not duplicated at government or Village expense. He also recommended that a review of the services provided in the area Townships be compared to Village services as a point of comparison. He further recommended that the cost per unit of services be broken down in order to measure the amount of service cost. General discussion followed whereby numerous questions concerning miscellaneous issues related to Human Services were discussed. POLICE DEPARTMENT REVIEW Chief Ron PavIocK Deputy Chiefs Torn Daley and Ron Richardson were in attendance for the Review. Chief Pavlock reviewed the eight major priorities or concerns that his Department is currently facing. The first priority is the challenge of providing Police services to an increasingly ethnic and diverse community. For example, 1980 census showed that 2% of the population in Mount Prospect were Hispanic. By the 1990 census, 16% of the population was Hispanic: The second challenge is providing law enforcement services to an aging community whereby more crime is targeted toward older citizens. The third challenge is the concerns related to addressing youth problems. He stated that the Parental Responsibility Ordinance and the related items that have been recently discussed by the Village Board helps provide the necessary assistance to the Police Department in addressing this issue. The fourth priority is the challenge of meeting specialized enforcement needs like the TAC and gang units, traffic units, etc. The fifth concern is the challenge of being more cost effective without eliminating essential services. For example, they are considering civilianizing more services to free up sworn Officers for other duties. The sixth concern is the challenge of maintaining a highly trained and efficient work force as additional mandates and other issues relating to crime prevention are put upon the Police Department. The seventh item is the challenge of identifying and implementing correct new technology to enhance and improve law enforcement. Some examples are the hand-held personal computer for parking tickets and live scanned fingerprinting, mug shots and car lap -top computers, etc. 5 The final challenge is implementing an effectivecommunity oriented Police scene approach to the problems of the previous seven areas. Some items that could be determined as community policing are the Walk and Talk Program, the Citizen Survey information and the involvement of Neighborhood Watch. General discussion followed where miscellaneous issues concerning the Police Department were discussed among the Trustees and the Police Department personnel Trustee Wilks asked exactly what is community-based. policing. Chief Pavlock stated community-based policing is citizen involvement to solve problems and minimize the need for Officers to intercede in conflict situations. For example, the Walk and Talk service has not been fully implemented but is showing some promise in heading off problems before they occur. However, full community -base policing to solve citizen problems includes a one-stop shop for all community-based concerns. For example, a unit where the Police, Human, Services and Inspection Services could' coordinate activities out of a single location could be considered a community -oriented policing approach. Trustee Skowron questioned the ' cost per Officer comparison chart and its illustration compared to other municipalities. Dave Jepson stated that it is important to isolate the total cost for all services within each Department, therefore, the cost associated with the Police Department includes all costs that the Village must cover. For example, insurance and Workers' Compensation is included in the total Police Department cost while other communities' may not include that lin one single budget location. Trustee Corcoran stated if you switched to community-based policing, how will you know when more Officers will be needed. Chief Pavlock stated that service demands may not always tell us when we need more Officers but +itizen demands should provide that. Although community- based policing is not based on statistics which we usually utilize to illustrate the need for additional officers, the actual participation of citizens and the interceding of Officer assistance should be comparable to service demands. VL MANAGER'S REPORT No Managers Report. VII. ANY OTHER' BUSINESS No other business. VIII. ADJOURNMENT The meeting -was adjourned at 11:16 p.m. S spectt lly submitted, DAVID STRAHL DS/rcc Assistant to the Village Manager Mount Prospect Public 'forks Department INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM IM cM uM TO: Village Manager FROM: Forestry/Grounds Superintendent RE: Urban Forest Management Plan DATE: December 1, 1993 Enclosed is an Urban Forest Management Plan prepared by ACRT, Inc-. This plan is scheduled to be discussed at the December 14, 1993 Committee of the Whole meeting. A representative from ACRT, along with myself, will make a brief presentation at the meeting. A question and answer period will follow. Representa- tives from the Garden Club and the Historical Society have ex- pressed an interest in the plan and may be present in the audi- ence. WHAT THE PLAN INCLUDES Simply speaking, the document includes a comprehensive look at the past, present and future of Mount Prospect's forestry pro- gram. ACRT has reviewed vast amounts of Forestry Division records, along with data collected during our recently completed computerized tree inventory. They have used this information, and that gained from on-site visits, to analyze our current program and existing tree resource, to project future needs and challenges, and to make recommendations. WHY THE PLAN WAS WRITTEN For sixteen years, I have been assembling records and informa- tion I hoped to include in a management plan. Time constraints, lack of certain information, and limited computer capabilities always prevented me from progressing very far. In the past year, however, two things happened which made this the perfect time for completion of a plan: 1) We completed the tree inven- tory, and 2) grant money that would pay for half the cost of the project became available. Based on ACRT's lengthy experience and excellent reputation in arboricultural consulting, as well as their familiarity with our computer software, early in 1993 we accepted their proposal to prepare our management plan. It is my hope that the preparation of this document will serve the following purposes: 1) To assemble historical information about the forestry pro- gram in one place. 2) To increase awareness among the Village Board, the public and the news media of the importance of Mount Prospect's urban forest and the need for proper management. 3) To obtain an objective outside evaluation of our current arboricultural practices. 4) To analyze data collected during the tree inventory and summarize it in useful form. 5) To establish a benchmark against which to measure the ef- fects of future management decisions. 6) To help set long-term goals and objectives and establish priorities in the face of limited budgets. HOW TO QUICKLY REVIEW THE PLAN I realize the plan is quite lengthy. To accomplish all the purposes described above, it had to be. However, not every reader will need to read the report from cover to cover. The two-page Executive Summary that begins on page viii provides a quick look at the highlights of the plan. Also, reading the Table of Contents will help in locating items of interest, since ACRT has done a good job of organizing subject headings. Most readers may prefer to skip some or all of the Appendices. Much of this information is more technical than the average reader may care to read. RECOMMENDATIONS WE PROPOSE TO IMMEDIATELY IMPLEMENT There are three recommendations made by ACRT that I would like to immediately act upon this winter; in fact, I am already incor- porating these into our work schedule. They include 1) begin- ning a formalized hazard evaluation survey of large trees, 2) instituting a structural pruning of young trees two to three years after planting, and 3) developing a contingency plan and educational materials regarding gypsy moth. Of the above, item 1) might require significant budget input in the future, not only to identify hazardous trees, but also to remove those con- sidered high risks. I believe ACRT has made a strong case for a more systematic hazard evaluation than we are now doing. We may need to rethink the amount of resources we should expend to prolong the life of certain trees, especially defective American Elms that are nearing the end of their useful life. (See pp. 31-32 and p. 38 of the plan.) 2 INPUT SOUGHT FROM THE VILLAGE BOARD ACRT has made a number of recommendations throughout the report, most of which are summarized in the table of objectives that begins on page 52. I would appreciate hearing opinions from the Village Board about the following specific issues: Tree Trimmin Consider the proposed use of a multiyear pruning contract and discontinuing the use of tree paint on pruning cuts. (pp. 15-20) Planting a. Consider further investigation of the Shade Tree Consortium after current restructuring is completed. (p. 23 and Appen- dix AA). b. Affirm or deny support for proposed development of a master planting plan. (p. 24) Consider whether or not to restrict further planting of Norway Maples. (p. 42) C. Consider reduction of resident's share of cost -share tree planting as a way to increase participation (and whether or not this would necessitate refunds to those who have paid $100.00). (p. 26) d. Consider adoption of long-term planting goals in regards to desired stocking level and the year in which we hope to attain it. (p. 26) Ordinances Consider changes to the Village tree ordinances. (I assume the Board would approve of updating, but what about removal of tech- nical material from the ordinance and publication of a separate standards manual? (p.27) Construction In'ur Consider increased tree preservation efforts where construction may affect trees, and an interdepartmental meeting to increase awareness and communication about tree construction injury. (pp. 39-41) Weller Creek Consider a study to at least determine property ownership; con- sider changing current policy of delaying action until trees fall into Creek. (pp. 47-48) Mission Statement Consider adoption of proposed mission statement. (p. 53) 3 Tree Removal Policies Affirm or amend, and consider formal adoption of the tree remov- al policies summarized in Appendix Q. (Specifically, consider more lenient policy regarding removal of Silver Maples with surface roots? Allow forestry division to require residents who plant trees that violate ordinances to move them onto private property?) In addition to the above, I encourage the Board to ask any and all questions that arise regarding the management plan, or our operations. WHY IS ALL THIS IMPORTANT? As documented in ACR'I" s report, Mount Prospect's urban forest is an important community resource now valued at over $47 million. The condition of this vital resource directly impacts the quali- ty of life in our community. The methods we use to manage this resource will determine wheth- er or not its overall condition improves, remains static, or deteriorates. And, as ACRT points out, properly maintained trees are one of the few elements of the urban infrastructure that actually appreciate in value rather than depreciate. I believe ACRT's report shows that our urban forest is currently in very good condition. We have been able to achieve this while annually expending approximately one percent of the total Vil- lage budget. 'I hope the Village Board will continue to support and fund the forestry program so that we will be able to success- fully face the challenges that lie ahead. SC/td C: Director of Public Works URBFORMG.PLN/FILES/FORESTRY 4 Sandy Cla k VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT FINANCE DEPARTMENT INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: Michael E. Janonis, Village Manager FROM: David C. Jepson, Finance Director DATE: December 10, 1993 SUBJECT: Class 6B Property Tax Incentive One of the incentives that the Village of Mount Prospect has given to two Mount Prospect businesses, Stenograph and Arthur Rogers & Co., is a property tax incentive through the Cook County Class 6B Program. The Class 6B Property Classification Program provides for a 16% assessment level for 8 years followed by a 30% assessment over the next 4 years. After that time the assessment level goes to 36%,which is the assessment level of other industrial properties in Cook County. To be eligible for the 6B classification, the application must be for an industrial facility involved primarily in manufacturing and it must be for new construction, substantial rehabilitation of an existing building or an underutilized facility. The Class 6B incentive was initiated to provide additional manufacturing jobs in Cook County and recognizes the disparity in property taxes between Cook County and the surrounding counties. A recent study by Crain's Chicago Business indicated that a business in Northern Cook County is paying up to 80% more per square foot in property taxes than similar properties in DuPage and Lake Counties. The Class 6B incentive can be a significant incentive for a qualifying business as the property taxes for the first 8 years are less than half the amount they would be without this incentive. The actual reduction depends upon the tax rate and the multiplier, but the following example demonstrates the potential savings for each $1,000,000 of building value: Industrial Valuation 36% Building Value $1,000,000 x Assessment % 36% $360,000 Multiplier x 2.0897 EAV $752,292 Tax Rate x 8.50 Property Tax J&U4 Class 6B Valuation �@ 16% MC off off $160,000 x 2.0897 $334,352 x 8.50 The potential reduction in property taxes for each $1 million would be $63,945 - $28,420 or $35,525. This amount is based on the above factors and would vary depending upon actual circumstances. DCJ/sm NWMC Survey, November, 1993 FINANCIAL INCENTIVES/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Does your community offer financial incentives for economic devlopment such as property tax rebates, sales tax rebates, or Industrial Revenue Bonds? Arlin ton Heights Property tax abatements, Industrial Revenue Bonds, loan assistance, grants and loans in TIF. Have considered sales tax rebates. Contact: David A. Hulseberg, AICP. Bay tion Not recently. The village had approved several years ago, an Industrial Revenue Bond issue for a commercial development. Des Plaines A sales tax rebate was offered to and accepted by Sam's Club. The rebate consists of $2.8 million. The city receives the first $200,000 annually in Sales Taxes and then remits to WalMart a pre -determined amount the following year to pay off the note. Evanston Evanston has utilized IRB's, TIF's, and Land write down as the principle economic development incentives. Evanston has issued only 4 IRB's- 2 manufacturing and 2 office. Glencoe No. Glenview The Village of Glenview has offered Industrial Revenue Bonds incentives. We presently have 3 issues open. Contact: Dennis M. Lauer, (709)-724-1700 x206. Hoffman Estates The only incentives offered have been TIF Financing (Sears), Cook County Assessment Reductions (Class 6B) and various IRB's. Contact: Dick Williams, Corporation Counsel. Lake Forest No. Lake Zurich No, Lincolnshire TIF district. '120 acres at the intersection of Milwaukee Ave and Half Day Rd. Lincolnwood Sales tax sharing, IRB's. One case of sales tax sharing to finance construction of a multi -brand car dealership. Unknown number of IRB's, but Viilage has no cost or liability. Contact: John Dolasinski. Mount ProRros ect Mount Prospect has used Cook County Class 6B for reduced property taxes. IRB's were used in the early 1980's before the 1986 tax law changes. Liber ille IRB's only. No IRB's have been issued in the last several years. We have refinanced two IRB's, however, in the last 17 months. Niles Tax increment Financing and IRB's. $10 million IRB to update/customize vacated food processing plant. Contact: George R. Van Geem (708)-967-6100. Northbrook Private Activity Bonds (formerly IRB's). The village has an annual allocation—currently $50 per capita for Private Activity Bonds or IRB's. We have not authorized any such bonding nor have we had a formal application for such bonding in the past two years. Northfield No. Park Ridge Industrial revenue Bonds. We will issue Industrial Revenue Bonds for the building of an Adult Congregate Care Center in the near future. Roselle Waive annexation fees for commercial and industrial type development. Schaumburg IRB's considered, 6-13 for manufacturing in part of the village only, ContactXeith Wendland, (708)-894-0007 x221. Streamwood Prop" tax rebates (to date 2 properties), IRB's (several issued in mid-80's—none recently), Cook County Class 613's (approx. 10 incentives approved to date). TIF '(one to date). Contact: David Richardson, Wheeling Cook County Class 6B program. Wilmette No financial incentives to date. Winnetka No. Public incentives can help cinch a competitive deal But when is enough, enough? Excerpted by Ed Collins from the August 1993 issue of Business Facilities Magazine How important are public incentives in attracting new industry in today's sluggish economy? A recent poll of community economic developers and corporate real estate execu- tives indicates a majority consider them to be essential in attracting and retaining in- dustry and bel ieve they are at a competitive disadvantage if they don't offer them. Economic developers believe in the power of public incentives more zealously than real estate executives. Almost two- thirds of the economic developers perceive incentives as "very important" or "critical" in attracting new industry. Only one-third of the corporate real estate executives feel likewise. In the pecking order of site selection factors, incentives rank only 14th on a list of 17 factors considered by 150 members of the International Association of Corpo- rate Real Estate Executives (NACORE) in a recent survey by Deloitte & Touche Re- alty Consulting Group, Chicago. While corporate real estate executives believe that locational factors are paramount with site seekers, such as the cost and avail- ability of real estate, along with transporta- tion, labor, utilities and other community attributes, they also believe incentives play an important part when it comes to finaliz- ing the deal. Yet, when surveying a selected group of 650 economic developers. survey con- sultants found strong support for offering public incentives in attracting new indus- try. More than 20 percent said they were "critical," 42 percent said they were "very important,'' 22 percent said "moderately im- portant," 12 percent said "somewhat impor- tant," and only 4 percent said they were "not a factor." Infrastructure improvements, subsi- dized job training, property tax abatements, tax and utility credits, financial grants, and regulatory flexibility were some of the most popular incentives mentioned by the eco- nomic developers. And 63 percent of the economic devel- opers said company incentive expectations are up over three years ago, probably to save costs during the recession. Arecent example was the record bidding among 30 states to entice German auto maker Mercedes Benz to build its first U.S. plant in their area. Ala- bama won the prize by offering a whopping $335 million in land, tax abatements, job training subsidies and other incentives. The growing magnitude of such public subsidies has caused concern to many elected officials. The National Governors Association, at its convention this summer, adopted a voluntary set of "principles of mutual cooperation" designed to de-empha- size state financial inducements when bid- ding for industry. Th stress pffdringzben- efits which are of such value to the entire busi- ness community, -YYe — y uas improvements to educational facilities or infrastructure. But skeptics pointing to fervent com- petition for the Mercedes Benz plant, and other recent business relocations, point out the governors' principles have no enforce- ment procedures and states will continue to do what's in their own self-interest. It IIIA NrwssLaimm Boeao Tom Hamid Richard Melton Assistant City City Administrator Manager Clinton, IL Btoomingto,4 EL Todd Hull Donald R Eslick Admisistradve Executive Director Assistant Iftob Tax Effingham, IL bxzementAssodatioa Chicago, IL 1Vewskilterptoducedgmrteriy by Oftaniutlon Administrators, Inc. Deerffeld, IL Now Slais FandhW (Cenr'd frvrn Pg. 1 ) No- vember 3 payments have been certi- fied by the Department of Revenue and are being processed for immedi- ate distribution. Participating Sales and Utility Tax TIFs will receive a larger propor- tion of the State Sales Tax Increment that they produced this year than last New State Funding if, as expected, the full appropriation is distributed. The FY 1994 appropriation proration fac- tor is expected to be about 41.9% of the 80-6040 amount, up from 32.9% tart year. Consequently, each partici- pating municipality can reasonably expect to, receive this year about 41.9% of the 8460-40% state sales tax amount generated between July 1,1911 and Jam 30,1992. The overall growth rate of the Staters 140 Sates and Utility TIFs has stuted to det3i Total 80-6040% S Tax Increment increased this yearby 9.8% over the prior year (J '1 I994June30,1991). This was down from the prioryear growth rate of 13.3 per cent. Spring Conference Dates Set In Peoria 11 The ITIA Spring Conference is set to be held in Peoria on Thur,,day April 21 and Friday April 2?, 1994. Mark your calendar nock and watch for details to be mailed in early March of 1994. .m ................. 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CLOWES DATE: NOVEMBER 29, 1993 SUBJECT: ALTERNATE DEFICIT REDUCTION PLAN I am proposing an alternate deficit reduction plan to the one proposed last week by Mayor Farley. The net cost per household of Mayor Farley's proposals is $2.65/21650 = $122/HH. Based on the $12.15 million in taxes that the Village imposes (property taxe:,, SSA taxes, RE transfer taxes, etc., but not state sales tax), this represents a 21.8% increase. My proposal, which is an attempt to address the demand for more spending without creating new taxes, is based on the following considerations: 1. The Village needs to set an example to the 20 other local taxing bodies that levy property taxes in Mount Prospect; if enacted as proposed, the 1993 levies of these other taxing bodies will devastate this community; 2. Wherever appropriate, the Village needs to move away from charging hidden taxes on everyone to charging fees to individuals for services rendered; this also should serve as an example to other taxing bodies; 3. The Village must get the cost of refuse disposal off the property tax for 4 reasons: - The Village is one of only two who put refuse pickup on the property tax; - Rising disposal costs create an ongoing budget problem if we do not move them; - We are hiding the true costs of SWANCC and recycling from residents; - We must give property tax relief to businesses, who get no Village refuse pickup; 4. This is not a good time to levy new taxes or to raise existing taxes; some projects must be deferred; we should not increase debt until some of our existing debt is retired - i.e., in 1996/97, when the Library debt is finally retired; 5. Wherever possible, we must begin to charge the cost of unfunded mandates directly to the residents and employees that are affected; 6. This must be a program of shared effort --- if we are to ask our residents to pay more, then we must demand more of our employees, including some departments making do with fewer staff, reorganization, and redeployment; 7. We must offer significant property tax relief to businesses; if we don't, we will lose them to Lake and DuPage Counties and homeowner property taxes will really go up. We must respond to the fact that business taxes in the collar counties are lower and are constrained in how much they can increase by the tax cap. ALTERNATE DEFICIT REDUCTION PLAN - 2 - 29 November 1993 ALTERNATE PROPOSAL: Adiustment to Revenues Property Tax Relief $1,800,000 - 23.4% lower for avg. homeowner ($59/$253) 1 Revenuel to INEIrit77 Deficit $2,438,500 Senior Property tax relief $30,000 Road Program Reduction ($470,000) - $625,000 to $470,000 (Do in 1996/97) Service Reductions ($261,230) Pension/Medicare mandates ($183,500) - charges to employees affected I have provided some backup material that I hope will be helpful in your review of this proposal. George Clowes Revenues Ambulance Fee ($100/150) $145,000 Vehicle License Fee ($20->$35) $465,000 - Designated for road repair/restoration SF refuse charges (I can 'free') $2,025,570 - Charge for recycling, SWANCC, and per can Brush @ $1.50 (65,000) $97,500 Sticker price increase ($1.25->$1.50) $62,500 - 250,000 bags of yard waste SF leaf pickup($20/yr) $269,000 - single family dwellings only MF refuse charge incr. ($2.50/mo) $246,000 - multi -family only Landlord -Tenant Fee $7->$15 $43,200 T91al $3,253,770 Property Tax Relief $1,800,000 - 23.4% lower for avg. homeowner ($59/$253) 1 Revenuel to INEIrit77 Deficit $2,438,500 Senior Property tax relief $30,000 Road Program Reduction ($470,000) - $625,000 to $470,000 (Do in 1996/97) Service Reductions ($261,230) Pension/Medicare mandates ($183,500) - charges to employees affected I have provided some backup material that I hope will be helpful in your review of this proposal. George Clowes ALTERNATE DEFICIT REDUCTION PLAN- 3 - 29 November 1993 NOTES ON ALTERNATE PLAN: I. - Staff estimate based on charging $100/resident and $150/non- resident. 2. Vehicle Li -> Based on staff estimates. 3. 1 - : $2,025,570 - Based on 13450 units at $8.00/month --- $2.00 for recycling, $2.00 for SWANCC, and $4.00 for the first can picked up, then 0.7 can/unit/week at $1.50 --- billed by the scavenger or by the Village. 4. Brush $97,500 5. Sticker prige iq rease (S1.25->S1,1Qk $62,500 - 250,000 bags of yard waste 6. i 1 -f . $269,000 - 13,450 homes - single family dwellings only 7.Multi-family r : $246,000 - 8,200 multi -family homes only 8. n l r 7_> . $43,200 - Based on staff data 9•1' . $30,000 - staff data 10. RkId.ProgmM Mduction: ($470,000) - $625,000 to $470,000. Do in 1996/97 when the Library bonds are paid off. In the interim, put together a Task Force to look into this (3-4 people). 11. krvice Reductioffi;($261,230) - unspecified 12 `c . ($183,500) - based on staff data. SRA KENSINC THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS SEMINOLE LN PROJECT Strategic Regional Arterial (SRA) U.S. Route 12 Illinois Route 31 to Illinois Route 58 Mount Prospect l-Imits - Schoenbeck Road to Central Road Project Description 1. Existing Conditions Rand Road is a four lane regional arterial road with a 54' wide pavement fully improved with storm sewers, curb and gutter and left tum lanes at major intersections. The existing right- of-way (R.O.W.) is 100' wide. Significant intersection capacity problems exist at the Intersections of Rand/Elmhurst/Kensington and to a lesser degree at Rand/Central /Mt.Prospect Road. 2. Proposed Improvements IDOT has designated Rand Road a Strategic Regional Arterial (SRA) route which will be used to supplement the expressway system. Recommended Improvements -include a 110' R.O.W. width, a 6 lane road, 82' pavement width including a 16' wide barrier median and appropriate left and right tum lanes at intersections. In addition IDOT is recommending two by-pass access roads east and west of the Rand/Elmhurst/Kensington intersection and one by-pass access road east of the Rand/Central/Mt. Prospect Road intersection. See attached plans. 3. Estimated Project Costs An estimated project cost has not yet been developed. Project Status Action Taken IDOT has held two Advisory Panel Meetings and a Public Hearing for this project. The minutes of these meetings as well as design recommendations have been included in the Draft Final Report (dated September 1993). The Village Staff has reviewed the report and written a response letter. 2. Action Required IDOT will complete the Final Report. No funding has been earmarked for any construction at this time. If IDOT decides to pursue construction of all or portions of the project, Phase I (Design Report) and Phase II (Design Engineering Plans) would have to be completed prior to construction. R.O.W. acquisition is required. 3. Project Schedule (Tentative) III Issues Final Report Completed - February 1994 Phase I Engineering - 1996 (earliest) Phase II Engineering - 1998 (earliest) Construction begins - 1998 (earliest) See attached response letter to IDOT THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 11 SRA Route 12 A I _ fl _ _ _I J m - _ J To dl 7 GERALD L RIRLEY "7 GEORGE A. CLOWES TIMOTHY J. CORCORAN AQ4ARo N. HENORICKS PAUL WM. HOEfERT MK>W,ELE W. SKOWRDN IRVANA K. WRKS MIIAXAMW MICHAEL E. JANONIS VIII CLSOK CAROL A. FIELDS , r r 100 South Emerson Street Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056 December 7, 1993 Mr. Duane Carlson District Engineer Illinois Department of Tr=portadon 201 West Center Court Schaumburg, IL 60196 Attention: Mr. Richard Starr Subject: SRA U.& Route 12 (Rand Road) Phone: 708 / 392-6000 Fax: 708 / 392-6022 TDO: 708 / 392-6064 Tice VIIlage of Mount Prospect recognizes the regional sgWficance of Rand Road As a regional arterial route, Rand Road saves long distance, through access bdwem the northwest suburbs of Chicago and soudmilern Wisconsin. However, another important function of Rand Road is that it serves short trips, local access within the cities and villages through which it travel While the Village sees the necessity for long distance traffic improvement; these must be weighed against the negative impacts to the tocol community. Ae Village of Mount Prospect has reviewed the information presented in the SRA U.& Route 12 Draft Final Report and at the November 4, 1993 Open House 71te Villgge offers the foAowing comments and concerns about the overall SRA Pknnu g Objectives and the Rand Road specific recommendations. 1. The purpose of the SRA progrmn is to supplement the expressway system ,md improve long &Wawe trofjc on specific regional arterial routem Expressways are generally used as a mmm to axw other roadway systems to reach destinations. Properties along Rand Road throughout Mount Prospect are the destinations for marry trips. The planning objectives enhance only the long distance traffic while creating a significant negative impact on the access to properrw and neighborhoods near Rand Road Short trip (Rand Road destinations) considerations should be taken into account in the P&MIL&g olliecaft 4=* OWN 860=042daa Comm 1. Barrier Medians Barrier meduvuatleft accem in/ and / of propernesandside streets andwill causean inconvenience/residentsand business ownem - Traffic will be farad into neighborhoods to make the necessmy left tams and to avoid the traffic signals. Traffic will increase at the most cmWjW intersects mu as drivers circulate to get in position to access properties via rou turns only. Direct and easy access to propenles during critical emaymy raponses will be restricted, increasing response time - The opportunity for emergency vehicles to travel in the oncoming lames when necessary will be eliminated - Em y vehick trip routes and tines will increase as they return to their st " - Will the VHkW have input in determining, access points acrost the m? Will IDOT provide funding for develop neat of image roads to improve private property access? 2 Reconfigurudon of Rand Rood/ Elmhurst Road INmecdon - Creates additional points of conficA signalized intersections with turning movements, which may lead to an increase in accidents and the need for additional police officers. - Local businesses wouM be displaced Will the proposed traffic signal system significantty improve traffic? - The PW desipmust prohibit cut through traffic on Pine Street The Kens` to Rand by-pass is located too close to an existing residential area - Who will have furisdiction of the by-pass roads? - Certain turning movements will require negotiating an inondinate amount of traffic signals One example is southbound Elmhurst Rood to eastbound Kensington Road where 5 traffic signals will be encountered lo Pwspect Road /segmewbetwen:J / Road / / I Rand Road /needs/ term sokamm Back ups occurI /I / /I /r I :, I / RI// r p I / / /r' I / / /rEll IUlf p Rod 4,111 Very '/1 Yum r. err► mrA i spr/s I / JAW/m c: Michael F. JanoI MW Maas Strategic Regional Arterial (SRA) Illinois Route 83 1-90 to Northwest Highway Existing Conditions Elmhurst Road consists of 2-12' lanes In each direction separated by a 16' mountable median south of Golf Road and 2-10' lanes in each direction with no median north of Golf Road except through the S-curve where the lanes are 11' wide. 2. Proposed Improvements 'DOT proposes the following Improvements south of Golf: Resurface the pavement, reconstruct the median and curb and gutter- as necessary and provide dual left tum lanes at Algonquin and Oakton Intersections. North of Golf IDOT proposes: Complete reconstruction of the roadway with 2-11' lanes In each direction separated by an 11' continuous' painted median. Also proposed Is reduced access to Route 83 from Pine and Wigle Streets (on the S-curve) 3. Estimated Project Cost An estimated project cost has not yet been developed. Project Status 1. Action Taken IDOT Is preparing preliminary engineering plans. The Village staff has met with the IDOT program development staff to discuss design considerations of the improvements. 2. Action Required The Village will send comments to IDOT concerning geometric alternatives for the proposed Improvements. IDOT will then conduct a public hearing. 3. Project Schedule C;ornmerft to IDOT - December 23, 1993 Public Hearing - January, 1994 See attached letter from IDOT containing minutes from IDOT's meeting with staff„ THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS LONrOLPST DEMPST0 ALGOM O+KTON S7 BEF SRA Route 83 Oakton Street To Camp McDonald Road Illinois Departs of Transportation Division of Highways/District 1 201 West Center Court/Schaumburg, Illinois/60196-1096 December 3, 1993 Mr. Mike Ganonis Village Manager Village of Mount Prospect 100 South Emerson Street Mt. Prospect, IL 60056 Dear Mr. Ganonis: Enclosed please find the minutes of our meeting held on November 5, 1993, concerning the Illinois Department of Transportation's proposed improvement of Illinois Route 83 between I-90 and U.S. Route 14. Also enclosed is a copy of the preliminary geometry for the improvements at the intersection of Illinois Route 83 and Illinois Route 62 (Algonquin Road). As discussed in our meeting, in addition to improvements to the existing geometry along Illinois Route 83 between I-90 and U.S. Route 14, IDOT is proposing to modify existing access connections to Illinois Route 83, through the S-curve, at Pine and Wille Streets. The modifications to existing access at these two locations which are currently being considered are as follows: Alternate 1: Close Pine and Wille Streets at Illinois Route 83 and provide cul-de-sacs as shown on the enclosed aerial. The detail given on the southern cul-de-sac of S. Wille Street is typical of the others as well. Providing a 30' radius would allow a single -unit truck to make a three-point turn around and require minimal additional right-of-way. Emergency vehicle access (ingress or egress) could be provided by way of a 16' wide paved area with a mountable curb along the proposed cul-de-sac and Illinois Route 83. This area could be plowed when necessary and would be constructed to appear as sidewalk. The southern cul-de-sac of S. Pine Street may need to have a 25' radius due to the proximity of an existing apartment building. Alternate 2: Restrict access at Pine and Wille Streets to right-in/right-out as shown on the enclosed plan. This geometry would help to enforce the existing left turning restrictions at Pine and Wille Streets from Illinois Route 83. This alternate would also require a minor amount of additional right-of-way to accommodate increased corner radii. r Mr. Mike Ganonis December 3, 1993 Page two These changes to existing access at Pine and Wille Streets are being proposed to enhance safety through the S-curve and help facilitate through capacity. The existing curvilinear alignment, tight curve radii, and reduced line of sight all contribute to an increase in accident potential through this segment of Illinois Route 83. As the abutting land use in this area restricts our ability to improve the existing alignment of Illinois Route 83 without significant impacts, we are instead proposing changes to existing access at Pine and Wille Street to minimize conflicting traffic maneuvers and to optimize traffic operations along Illinois Route 83. Alternate access to these streets due to the changes in access at their intersections with Illinois Route 83 can be accommodated via the existing local roadway network without significant, if any, adverse travel. Please review the enclosed information as well as the preliminary geometry from Illinois Route 58 to Prospect Avenue that we left with you on November 5, 1993. We are currently proceeding on a schedule in anticipation for a January, 1994 Public Hearing for this project. Therefore, we request that the Village provid* us with written comments concerning the proposed geometry along Illinois Route 83 at Illinois Route 62 and between Illinbis Route 58 and Prospect Avenue and the two alternates for modifying access to Pine and Wille Street to enhance safety through the S-curve by December 23, 1993. If you have any questions, please call Chris Snyder at 708/705-4676. Very truly yours, Dyane P. Carlson, P.E. District Engineer By: ;Ren Hemstreet, P.E. Project and Environmental Studies Section Chief RAH/SAP/jb/2148S cc: All Attendees (Minutes only) lbcc: Lee Swiecal 1 Ed Wilsonl MINUTES OF A XMING A meeting was held on November 5, 1993, at the Village of Mt. Prospect,# Village Hall. A list of those in attendance is attached. The purpose of this meeting was to present the District's proposed scope of work for Illinois Route 83 and to receive input from the Village regarding our proposed improvement and possible road closures. The emphasis of today's meeting was to discuss the northern portion of this project from Illinois Route 58 (Golf Road) to U.S. Route 14 as this portion is funded in our FY 1994-1998 Proposed Highway Improvement Program. The section from I-90 north to Illinois Route 58 is not currently included for construction in our FY 1994-98 Proposed Highway Improvement Program but will be considered as we develop future programs. To improve rideability in this section a patching contract is currently underway. IDOT began the meeting by discussing the existing cross-section of the southern portion of the project from I-90 to Illinois Route 58. The pavement was constructed in 1969 and consists of 2-12' through lanes in each direction separated by a continuous 16' mountable median. Throughout this portion, we are proposing to maintain the existing cross-section while resurfacing the existing pavement and reconstructing the median and curb and gutter at the outer edges of pavement where needed. Based on capacity requirements, our improvements will also include the addition of right and/or dual left turn lanes at the signalized intersections of Oakton and Illinois Route 62 (Algonquin Road). Intersection improvements at Dempster and Huntington Commons will be limited to the extension of existing left turn bays and increased corner radii to better facilitate turning maneuvers. The northern portion of the project extends from Illinois Route 58 north to U.S. Route 14. This portion of Illinois Route 83 was built in 1923 and consists of 2-10' through lanes in each direction, except for the section through the S-curve (north of Shabonee to south of Milburn) which was reconstructed in 1976 and generally consists of 2-11' through lanes in each direction. The average daily traffic along Illinois Route 83 between Illinois Route 58 and U.S. Route 14 varies between 25,000 - 30,000 vehicles. Illinois Route 83 is a designated Strategic Regional Arterial (SRA) and Class II truck route. Pavement cores taken within this section of Illinois Route 83 indicate that the pavement in this area has significantly deteriorated and is in need of reconstruction. Two.of the existing signalized intersections (Lonnquist and Council) currently have unchannelized approaches along Illinois Route 83. For these reasons, the District is proposing to reconstruct the pavement to provide 2-11' lanes in each direction with an 11' continuous painted median and curb and gutter at the edges of pavement from Illinois Routs 58 to Prospect. At the intersection of Illinois Route 83 and Illinois Routs 58, all the approaches will be widened to accommodate dual left turn lanes and a right turn lane. Two through lanes in each direction along Illinois Route 83 and Illinois Route 58 will be maintained. A continuous painted median north of Illinois Route 58 is being proposed due to the spacing of existing signalized intersections, the number of intersecting side streets/driveways, and desire to s ate left turning vehicles frets through traffic Janos to better facilitate traffic flow and reduce the accident potential along this section of Illinois Route 83. Currently, the section within the S-curve will be an omission from our proposed reconstruction. Improvemonts within this section will generally be limited to minor repairs to existing curb and gutter, drainage improvements, and possible modifications to ezisting access points. A continuous median is not currently proposed in this section. North of Prospect, the existing pavement will be rehabilitated and the existing cross section (two lanes in each direction with a paintedmedian) will be maintained. This improvement will extend through the intersection of Illinois Route 83 and O.S. Route 14 and will include Improvements to the existing Chicago and Northwestern Railroad crossing, as needed. IDOT indicated that the proposed improvements north of Illinois Route 58 are In accordance with those being proposed as part of the SRA study and will accommodate existing as well as projected year 2010 and beyond traffic needs. Following IDOT's presentation of the proposed scope of work, discussions focused on the following issues of concern to both IDOT and the Village of Mount Prospect for the section of Illinois Route 83 north of Illinois Route 58. 1) Tree vale Reconstruction of Illinois Route 83 to 5-11' Ianes will result in the i. al of a significant number of trees in this area. It was found that approximately 75• of the trees along Illinois Route 83 would need to be replaced due to the widened cross-section. The Village asked if these replacement trees could be planted on private property. IDOT responded that they could be, provided that the Villa" secure the necessary planting easements. IDOT did indicate that our proposed cross-section does provide an adequate (5') parkway between the back of curb and sidewalk for tree mitigation. The Village anticipates resistance from the residents concerning the loss of so many mature trees. The District indicated that if the pavement were reconstructed to the minimum allowable cross-section for a Class II truck route, which is 4-11, lanes, and the continuous median eliminated , there would still be a 50% loss of existing trees. It was noted that trees are typically replaced on a 1:1 basis and the type would depend on available nursery stock. , 2) Road Closures: IDOT discussed with the Village the possibility of eliminating acdess to Illinois Route 83 from Pins and Wille Streets by providing cul-de-sacs. Limiting access at Pine and Wille Streets would reduce the potential for collisions through the S-curve. There are currently left turn restrictions eastbound at Pine and westbound at Wille. The Village indicated that it may not be possible to provide cul -de -encs without substantial impacts to adjacent properties. The proposed cul -ds -sacs must be of adequate size to accommodate ingress/egress of emergency vehicles. The Village was not in favor of providing a flat area (paved or grass) between the proposed cul-de-sacs and Illinois Route 83 to accommodate egress of emergency vehicles as the area would likely go unplowed during winter months. IDOT indicated that they would further investigate closing these streets based on comments by the Village. As an alternate, IDOT will investigate restricting accose'to right-in/right-out and respond back to the Village. 3) Traffic Signals: The District noted that all existing traffic signals within the project limits, including those at Lonnquist and Council, would be allowed to remain. There will also be a traffic signal interconnect for the entire length of the project from I-90 to U.S. 14 to facilitate traffic flow. Any existing opticom preemption installations that the Village wishes to retain as part of our signal improvements would need to be formally requested and the cost would be 100% the responsibility of the Village of Mount Prospect. 4) Sidewalks: IDOT noted that the existing sidewalks along Illinois Route 83 will be retained. Any new sidewalk construction or reconstruction of existing sidewalks would be in accordance with IDOT policy. 5) Right-of-ways IDOT indicated that a minor amount of right-of-way will be needed to accommodatw improvements at the intersection of Illinois 58 and at intersecting side streets to improve existing corner radii. 6) Railroad Crossing Improvements: The Village noted that they would like to see the rubberized crossing at the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad crossing between Prospect and U.S. Route 14 maintained. IDOT indicated that this information would be forwarded to our Railroad Unit for consideration in developing the proposed scope of work at this crossing. 7) Wellers Crook Bridge Rehabilitation:. The Village inquired as to the possibility of oversizing the bridge opening at Wellers Creek as the creek is constricted at this location and the Village anticipates future Improvements along Wellers Creek to widen the channel. IDOT indicated that this structure will need to be widened and as part of our drainage investigation, we will investigate the adequacy of the existing opening to determine if it needs to be enlarged. 8) Drainage: The Village informed IDOT that there is an existing flooding problem in the area through the S-curve. IDOT indicated that drainage studies would be done throughout the project limits and any drainage problems/flooding would be addressed and the appropriate corrective measures taken. IDOT will coordinate with the Village during the preparation of the Location Drainage Study. 9) Project Schedule: IDOT informed the Village that our current schedule is to go to a Public Hearing for this project in January, 1994. The Public Hearing for this project will be held in conjunction with the SRA Public Hearing. The location of the hearing will be in proximity to Mount Prospect. The Village indicated that they need to review the proposed improvements internally and discuss them with the Village board which may delay our hearing schedule. The Village requested that they be invited to the "dry run" for the Public Hearing. IDOT provided the Village with a copy of the preliminary geometry from Illinois Route 58 north to Prospect for their review. IDOT will provide the Village with minutes of the meeting, a copy of the proposed improvements at the intersection of Illinois Route 83 and Illinois Route 62, and an aerial depicting proposed modifications to existing access at Pine and Wille Streets. After receipt of the information, the Village will review it and provide written comments to IDOT. Finally, IDOT indicated that the proposed scope of work north of :ilinois Route 58 is the minimum desirable which could be implemented and still achieve the desired safety and operational improvements. The existing narrow lanes, lack of channelized approaches at Lonnquist and Council, and n r of intersecting side streets/driveways all contribute to existinq safety and operational deficiencies along this section of Illinois Route 83. The improvements being proposed will not only alleviate existing congestion problem and help to facilitate through traffic movements, but will also make access to and from Illinois Route 83 for the adjacent residential communities safer. SAP/jb/20055 Project Description: rrw arw �e 33 S- 90 4, 0-5, l �i Date 11-'5- rime: PM E2 NAME: (Pl*nor Print) REPRESENTING: P HONE I fora �c.ECKy -:t7D07 /Z�o j-- 0/g/ 7os-yto� � ��� IviovN^ �fLcs EL SI a-S� LES poor � ,�. Pev 4128,1 •. Ir bAu E s L tiNvCO c -s c i) o f L (vl/ M Q U&77P t•10rav U cc� e G 1� 3. k= &,rl Z-,�►Oo c7 g -4/ 7 4:�7 IevK� -*72;z - 6000 Sheet Seminole Lane Improvements Wolf Road (Prospect Heights) to River Road (Mount Prospect) Project Description 1. Seminole Lane lies partially in Mount Prospect (south half from Mandel to River) and partially in Prospect Heights (north half from Mandel to River and all from Mandel to Wolf). The Pavement is 43' wide east of Andoa Lane tapering to 21' wide at Wolf Road. The Right of Way (R.O.W.) width Is generally 80' although portions within Prospect Heights have not been acquired yet. The pavement Is In extremely poor condition experiencing many areas of failure. 2. Proposed Improvements The proposed Improvements will consist of reconstructing the roadway including replacement of the existing curb and gutter and drainage structures The narrow section . at Wolf Road will be widened and intersection Improvements will be made at Wolf Road. 3. Estimated Project Cost Total Cost (Construction & Engineering) $1,837,415.00 Federal Funding Requested (60% of Construction) $974,050.00 Local Cost to be Shared by Mount Prospect and Prospect Heights $863,365.00 Project Status Action Taken An application was presented to and approved by the Northwest Municipal Conference (NWMC) for Federal funding of 60% of the construction cost. The project has not been placed in any specific fiscal year program yet, thus specific federal funds have not been allocated. Prospect Heights has requested that the project be placed In the 1995 fiscal year program, which would make funds available beginning In October of 1994. An engineering firm will be selected In December to complete Phase I (Design Report) and Phase II (Design Engineering Plans). Prospect Heights has begun RAW, acquisition. 2. Action Required The NWMC must designate a specific program year. Prospect Heights must obtain all necessary R.O.W. 3. Project Schedule (tentative) Select Engineer by January 1994 Phase I Engineering Complete - June 1994 Phase II Engineering Complete - November 1994 Contract Letting - January 1995 Begin Construction - March 1995 Complete Construction - December 1995 III Issues t. Project schedule could be delayed based on NWMC programming. 2. Prospect Heights may request jurisdictional transferto Mount Prospect of entire R.O.W. east of Mandel. 3. Proposed improvements cannot be made without acquiring the necessary R.O.W. s g THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS Seminole Lane Project Wolf Road To River Road 3 3 � gSEWIM w LINNEMAN ROAD IMPROVEMENTS DEMPSTER STREET TO GOLF ROAD Project Description 1. Existing Conditions Unneman Road has an existing pavement width of 21' with no curb and gutter which provides one lane of traffic in each direction. The pavement structure is substandard and -has failed in many locations. The existing drainage system and street lighting are also substandard. Not all of the right-of-way (R.O.W.)is owned by the Village. 2. Proposed Improvements Improvements include total reconstruction of the roadway to a 31' pavement cross section Including curb and gutter on both sides. Storm drainage, street lighting and sidewalk Improvements are also necessary. R.O.W. acquisition will be required. 3. Estimated Project Costs Total Cost (Construction & Engineering) $1,505,765.00 Federal Funding Requested (60% of Construction $785,500.00 Mount Prospect's Share $720,265.00 Project Status 1. Action Taken Two informational meetings have been held with residents to discuss design considerations. An application has been presented to and Is under consideration by Northwest Municipal Conference (NWMC) for Federal funding of 60% of the construction cost. Triton Engineering Co. is under contract to prepare Phase I (Project Report) and Phase II (Design Engineering Plans) Engineering. Soil and Materials, Inc. has completed a pavement Investigation report. Some R.O.W. has been acquired. 2. Action Required The project will be presented to the NWMC for federal funding considerations again in January. All R.O.W. must be obtained prior to the start of construction. Another public meeting should be held following determination of final design recommendations. 3. Project Schedule Phase I Engineering complete by Apra, 1994. Phase II Engineering complete by September, 1994. C- Mract Letting - October, 1994. Begin Construction - November, 1994. Complete Construction - December, 1995. III Issues 1. If the NWMC does not approve the request for Federal funding, the Village will be responsible for the entire cost. 2. The proposed improvements cannot be made without acquiring the necessary R.O.W.. THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS Linneman Road Project Dempster Street To Golf Road GWFW FW �1�111 IIIIIIIU���,'�'� Kensington Road Improvements Northwest Highway (Arlington Heights) to Elmhurst Road (Mount Prospect) Project Description 1. Existing Conditions Kensington Road has a rural type cross section with one lane of traffic in each direction with stone shoulders and no curb and gutter. 2. Proposed Improvements Arlington Heights Is proposing a three lane cross section, one through lane In each direction and a continuous left tum lane. In conjunction with this project Prospect High School is considering combing their two parking lot driveways Into one. The new drive would be west of the high school aligned with Regency Drive West. A traffic signal would be installed at this intersection. 3. Estimated Project Cost An estimated project cost has not yet been developed. Project Status 1. Action Taken Arlington Heights initiated this project prompted by a public request for improved safety along Kensington Road. Dames and Moore, Inc. has completed a safety study for Arlington Heights. Arlington Heights has approached Mount Prospect about Improvements to the section of Kensington Road in Mount Prospect and participating in the cost thereof. Arlington Heights has met with representatives from the Federal Highway Administration (FHA) in preparation for submitting an application to the Northwest Municipal Conference (NWMC) for Federal Funding for 60% of the construction costs. 2. Action Required Arlington Heights wql be presenting this project to the NWMC in the near future requesting Federal funding. Mount Prospect must decide whether to participate in the project. 3. Project Schedule No project schedule has been established yet. III Issues If Mount Prospect participates in improving its section of roadway, jurisdictional transfer would be required. 2. Arlington Heights has suggested to the FHA representatives that the project terminate at the proposed High School entrance Instead of Elmhurst Road. If this is approved, Mount Prospect's Involvement would be minimal. IDOT would request a maintenance agreement for that portion of Kensington between the proposed High School entrance and Elmhurst Road. THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS Kensington Road Project Northwest Hwy (In Arlington Hts) amsmlfmi Route 83 (In Mount Prospect) FE To