HomeMy WebLinkAbout3. DRAFT MINUTES 06/03/2008
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
June 3, 2008
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wilks called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Irvana Wilks
Trustee Timothy Corcoran (arrived at 7:23 p.m.)
Trustee Arlene Juracek
Trustee John Korn
Trustee Richard Lohrstorfer
Trustee Michael Zadel
Absent:
Trustee Paul Hoefert
PLEDGE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Trustee Zadelled the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION
INVOCATION
Trustee Korn gave the Invocation.
MINUTES
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to approve the minutes of the
regular meeting held May 20, 2008.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
APPROVE BILLS APPROVE BILLS
Mayor Wilks stated the next item on the agenda, "APPROVE BILLS" was noted by
an asterisk, and all items further listed in that manner would be considered with one
(1) vote, as business item "IX. CONSENT AGENDA"
MAYOR'S MAYOR'S REPORT
REPORT Mayor Wilks presented proclamations to recognize:
· Gavin Kleespies, Executive Director
Mount Prospect Historical Society
Mr. Kleespies is leaving the Historical Society as he has accepted a similar position
in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Serving as Executive Director of the Mount Prospect
Historical Society since 1999, Mr. Kleespies was recognized for his many
accomplishments and contributions to the Historical Society, the Mount Prospect
Public Library and the Village of Mount Prospect. Mr. Kleespies was keystone to the
campaign to raise the necessary funds and facilitate the relocation of the 112 year
old Central School House to the Mount Prospect Historical Society campus.
Mr. Kleespies thanked the Village Board for the recognition and support of the
Historical Society. He also thanked the Village for its financial contribution as well as
administrative and staff support that contributed to the successful move of the
Central School House.
Trustee Juracek stated there would be another opportunity to say good-bye and offer
Mr. Kleespies best wishes at his farewell party; June 5th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the
Library.
· National Garden Week
June 1 - 7, 2008
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AMEND
CHAPTER 13
(ALCOHOLIC
LIQUORS)
ORD 5694
AMEND
CHAPTER 13
(ALCOHOLIC
LIQUORS)
ORD 5695
Ms. Penny Wenstrom thanked the Village Board for the proclamation on behalf of the
Mount Prospect Garden Club, and also presented the Mayor and Board a bouquet of
fresh cut flowers from Garden Club members' gardens. Stating this year marks the
40th anniversary of the Mount Prospect Garden Club, Ms. Wenstrom hightlighted
many of the environmental activities of the organization. This year's activities
included refurbishing of the Moehling Butterfly Park and a financial contribution to
Public Works for the Arbor Day tree.
Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1st) reading an ordinance to delete a Class "R"
(restaurant only) liquor license issued to JJAA T Enterprises d/b/a Tuccio's Fresh
Italian Kitchen, 106 West Northwest Highway. Village Manager Michael Janonis
stated Tuccio's remains open but due to reorganization chose not to renew the liquor
license at this time. Deleting the license would amend Chapter 13 (Alcoholic Liquors)
of the Village Code by decreasing the number of Class "R" liquor licenses issued by
one(1).
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Lohrstorfer, moved to waive the rule
requiring two (2) readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved for approval of
Ordinance No. 5694:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC
LIQUORS) OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE CODE
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Motion carried.
Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
None
An ordinance to grant a Class "E" (catering) liquor license to Victoria in the Park
Banquets, 1700 South Elmhurst Road was presented for consideration. Granting the
license would amend Chapter 13 (Alcoholic Liquors) of the Village Code by
increasing the number of Class "E" liquor licenses issued by one (1).
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Lohrstorfer, moved to waive the rule
requiring two (2) readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Lohrstorfer, moved for approval of
Ordinance No. 5695:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC
LIQUORS) OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE CODE
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
None
Motion carried.
Owners, Mario and Patricia Ferraro thanked the Village for granting the license and
allowing them to open this elegant banquet facility. They are very pleased to be in
the Village and look forward to being a part of the community.
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AMEND
CHAPTER 13
(ALCOHOLIC
LIQUORS)
An ordinance to grant a Class "G" (park district) liquor license to Prospect Heights
Park District/Banya Inc. Management Company, 700 West Rand Road was
presented for consideration. Granting the license would amend Chapter 13 (Alcoholic
Liquors) of the Village Code by increasing the number of Class "G" liquor licenses
issued by one (1).
Mayor Wilks stated the Park District currently holds a Class "S" liquor license but the
Village Code requires the management company to hold a Class "G" liquor license in
order to serve liquor as part of its operations. Banya has filed the appropriate
applications and renewals with the Village, and staff recommend the Village Board
adopt the ordinance creating a new Class G" liquor license.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved to waive the rule requiring
two (2) readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Lohrstorfer, moved for approval of
Ordinance No. 5696:
ORD 5696
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC
LIQUORS) OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE CODE
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
None
Motion carried.
APPOINTMENTS APPOINTMENTS
None.
CITIZENS TO BE COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
HEARD Danute "Donna" Ronge
400 South WaPella Avenue
Ms. Ronge expressed her concern regarding the Village's use of eminent domain.
She doesn't feel taking property away from someone to give to someone else is just.
Mayor Wilks stated the Village uses eminent domain sparingly. The Village makes
every effort to negotiate a price rather than using eminent domain procedures. When
eminent domain is used, the courts determine the fair market value; property owner
receives dollar amount determined by court.
Carol Tortorello
South Elmhurst Avenue
Ms. Tortorello suggested the Village utilize a portion of sub-area #1 for a park similar
to the SoHo district in New York City. She encouraged the Village Board to consider
grassing over the area after the Meersman's and Gail's Restaurant buildings are
razed. Putting in a park setting with benches and trees would create an attractive
setting.
Mayor Wilks thanked both Ms. Runge and Ms. Tortorello for their comments and
community involvement.
CONSENT
AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to approve the following business
items:
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BILLS
RES 33-08
RES 34-08
FURNITURE
PATROL RIFLES
TOWING AND
STORAGE
CONTRACT
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
2008 BUDGET
AMENDMENT #1
ORD 5697
1. Bills dated May 15 - 28, 2008
2. A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE APPROVAL OF THE AMENDED
VENTURE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
AND THE NORTHWEST CENTRAL DISPATCH SYSTEM
3. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ENTRY INTO AN AMENDED AGREEMENT
FOR NORTHWEST CENTRAL DISPATCH SYSTEM
4. Request Village Board approval to waive the bid process and purchase
department furniture through the Northwest Municipal Conference bid award in
an amount not to exceed $34,000.
5. Request Village Board approval to waive the bid process and purchase
thirteen (13) patrol rifles in an amount not to exceed $22,500.
6. Request Village Board approval to enter into a three (3) year police towing and
storage contract with Hillside Towing.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1st) reading an ordinance making certain
amendments to the annual budget adopted for fiscal year commencing January 1,
2008 and ending December 31, 2008.
Finance Director Dave Erb provided background information for the proposed
amendment to the 2008 Budget; a $699,550 decrease in revenue projections and a
$3,159,190 increase in budget expenditures.
Amendments to revenues included reductions in the home rule and state portion
sales tax as well as investment income. The economic slowdown has negatively
impacted overall retail sales in the Village and the return on invested funds have
fallen as the Federal Reserve continues to lower short-term interest rates. Increases
to certain revenue items resulted from changes in internal charges between
individual funds.
There are four (4) significant expenditure amendments related to capital projects for
infrastructure improvements and vehicles and equipment. Infrastructure projects
utilizing carryover funds include $543,500 for Downtown Streetscape Improvements
and $373,800 for Street Resurfacing. A carryover for the purchase of an emergency
generator totaling $442,200 and replacement Public Works vehicles totaling
$277,500. The balance of the amendments to expenditures are either carryovers
from the prior year or adjustments to the current year's budget amount.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Korn, moved to waive the rule requiring two
(2) readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Lohrstorfer, moved for approval of
Ordinance No. 5697:
AN ORDINANCE MAKING CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO
THE ANNUAL BUDGET ADOPTED FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 2008 AND ENDING
DECEMBER 31, 2008
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EXCLUSIVE
COMMERCIAL
SOLID WASTE
SERVICES
CONTRACT
MANAGER'S
REPORT
OTHER
BUSINESS
CLOSED
SESSION
ADJOURN
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Mayor Wilks stated staff had requested deferral of items D.1 and D.2 "Exclusive
Commercial Solid Waste Services Contract" as listed on the Agenda under New
Business.
To allow staff additional time for further research on this matter, Village Manager
Janonis stated there was a request to defer items D.1 and 2 until the June 17, 2008
Village Board meeting.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Corcoran, moved for approval to defer Item D.1;
an ordinance amending Chapter 19 and Appendix A of the Mount Prospect Village
Code, until the June 17, 2008 Village Board meeting.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Corcoran, moved for approval to defer item
D.2.; a resolution authorizing the execution of an exclusive commercial solid waste
contract for commercial solid waste services in the Village of Mount Prospect, until
the June 17, 2008 Village Board meeting.
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
None
Motion carried.
VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT
Village Manager Janonis provided a status report on the street repairs that have
necessitated the closure of the Busse Avenue/Emerson Street intersection. He
thanked the community for their patience while the streets were closed, and indicated
the intersection should be open by early next week.
OTHER BUSINESS
Trustee Korn announced the Farmers' Market will open Sunday, June 8th in the west
commuter lot.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Wilks requested a motion to enter Closed Session to discuss Land Acquisition
5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (5) as listed on the Agenda.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Corcoran, moved to meet in Closed Session to
discuss Land Acquisition 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (5).
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Lohrstorfer, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
The Village Board entered Closed Session at 7:52 p.m.
ADJOURN
The Village Board reconvened in Open Session at 8:21 p.m. and held a brief
discussion on the status of the Randhurst redevelopment plans. There being no
further business the June 3, 2008 Village Board meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.
M. Lisa Angell
Village Clerk
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