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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
July 15, 2008
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wilks called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Irvana Wilks
Trustee Timothy Corcoran
Trustee Arlene Juracek
Trustee John Korn
Trustee Michael Zadel
Absent:
Trustee Paul Hoefert
PLEDGE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Trustee Corcoran led the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION
INVOCATION
Mayor Wilks gave the Invocation.
MINUTES
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved to approve the minutes of the
regular meeting held June 3, 2008.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Mayor Wilks asked for a motion to defer approval of the June 17,2008 Village Board
meeting minutes. [Only three members of the Village Board who were in attendance
at the June 1ih meeting were present.]
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved to defer approval of the June
1ih, 2008 Village Board meeting minutes.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
APPROVE BILLS APPROVE BILLS AND FINANCIALS
& FINANCIALS Mayor Wilks stated the next item on the agenda, "APPROVE BILLS AND
FINANCIALS" was noted by an asterisk, and unless there was a request to remove
an item(s), all items further listed in that manner would be considered with one (1)
vote, as business item "IX. CONSENT AGENDA."
Mayor Wilks requested the following items under NEW Business be removed from
the Consent Agenda; Item B. Resolution authorizing the Village of Mount Prospect to
purchase the Central School House located at 101-103 South Maple Street from the
Mount Prospect Historical Society and Item E. PZ-14-08, 215 Westgate Road,
Resolution granting a Plat of Resubdivision for property located at 215 Westgate
Road. As there were no objections, Items B. and E. were removed from the Consent
Agenda for discussion as listed under New Business.
MAYOR'S
REPORT
MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Wilks recommended the appointment of Steven S. Polit to the position of
Village Trustee, to complete the unexpired term of former Trustee Richard
Lohrstorfer.
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TRUSTEE
APPOINTMENT
Trustee Corcoran, seconded by Trustee Korn, moved to approve the appointment of
Steven S. Polit as Village Trustee; term to expire May, 2009.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Village Clerk Lisa Angell administered the oath of office to Mr. Polit, after which he
took his seat as Village Trustee. Trustee Polit introduced his son Brian Po lit who was
also in attendance and thanked the Village Board for the opportunity to serve as a
member of the Village Board.
2016 OLYMPICS
Mayor Wilks presented a resolution supporting the City of Chicago's bid for the 2016
Olympic and Paralympic games.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved for approval of
Resolution 38-08:
RES 38-08
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CITY OF CHICAGO'S BID
FOR THE 2016 OLYMPIC AND PARAL YMPIC GAMES
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
APPOINTMENTS APPOINTMENTS
None.
CITIZENS TO BE COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
HEARD None.
CONSENT CONSENT AGENDA
AGENDA Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved to approve the following
business items:
BILLS & 1. Bills dated June 12 - 28,2008
FINANCIALS 2. Bills dated July 1 - 9, 2008
3. Financial Report dated June 1 - 30, 2008
RES 39-08 4. A RESOLUTION GRANTING PLAT OF EASEMENTS FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 1699 WALL STREET.
RES 42-08 5. A RESOLUTION GRANTING A PLAT OF EASEMENT FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 19-21 SOUTH EMERSON STREET
2009-2013 6. Request Village Board approval OF 2009 -2013 Capital Improvements Plan
CIP (CIP)
7. Request Village Board approval to reject the single bid received for Public
REBID Works floor sealing and re-bid the project for comparative pricing.
8. Request Village Board approval to reject the single bid for PED light
REJECT BID improvement; Euclid Avenue and Wolf Road.
9. Request Village Board to accept the bid results for PED light improvement in
PED LIGHT an amount not to exceed $25,000.
10. Request Village Board approval to accept bid results for HVAC maintenance
HV AC contract in an amount not to exceed $36,700.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek. Korn, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
COMMERCIAL
SOLID WASTE
SERVICES
OLD BUSINESS
Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1st) reading an ordinance amending Chapter 19
and Appendix A of the Mount Prospect Village Code. This ordinance amends
Chapter 19, Section 19.202, to authorize solid waste collection for nonresidential
property within the corporate limits of the Village by an exclusive solid waste
contractor.
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AMEND
CHAPTER 19
(HEALTH
REGULATIONS)
AND APPENDIX A
ORD 5700
COMMERCIAL
SOLID WASTE
SERVICE
CONTRACT
Village Manager Michael Janonis stated the ordinance to amend Chapter 19 and
Appendix A was one (1) of two (2) items listed under Item A. Exclusive
Commercial Solid Waste Services Contract. He provided background
information regarding the proposed technical revisions to the Village Code that
would authorize solid waste collection for nonresidential property (commercial)
within the Village by an exclusive solid waste contractor. Village Manager
Janonis recommended approval of the amendment to the Village Code.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to waive the rule requiring two
(2) readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Pol it, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved for approval of Ordinance
No. 5700:
AN ORDIANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (HEALTH REGULATIONS)
AND APPENDIX A OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Pol it, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Village Manager Janonis stated the second (2nd) item under A. was a resolution
authorizing the execution of an exclusive commercial solid waste contract for
commercial solid waste services in the Village. However, as there are indications
that a merger of Republic Services and Allied Waste is pending, the Village Manager
recommended a "no" vote on the resolution authorizing execution of the exclusive
commercial franchise agreement with Allied Waste. Village Manager Janonis stated
it would be in the Village's best interest to take a step back and see what happens
before moving forward with a contract.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved for approval of:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN
EXCLUSIVE COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE CONTRACT
FOR COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE SERVICES IN THE
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
Upon roll call:
Ayes:
Nays:
None
Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Pol it, Zadel
Motion failed.
NEW BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS
Mayor Wilks presented a resolution authorizing the Village of Mount Prospect to
CENTRAL purchase the Central School House located at 101-103 South Maple Street from the
SCHOOL HOUSE Mount Prospect Historical Society. This resolution authorizes the Village to purchase
the Central School House and its contents.
Village Manager Janonis stated St. John's Episcopal Church had given title to the
school house to the Mount Prospect Historical Society, and now with the relocation of
the school house to Village property, the Historical Society was selling Central
School House to the Village for $1.00. The Historical Society has a ground lease
agreement with the Village for 101-103 South Maple Street; the sale of the school
house to the Village is part of that long-term lease agreement.
Trustee Juracek stated, as a Board member of the Mount Prospect Historical Society
she would abstain from voting on the resolution authorizing the purchase of the
school house.
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RES 40-08
GROUND LEASE
AGREEMENT
FIRE STATION 14
RES 41-08
PZ, 11-08
100 N. SCHOOL
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved for approval of Resolution
No. 40-08:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT
PROSPECT TO PURCHASE THE CENTRAL SCHOOL HOUSE
LOCATED AT 101-103 SOUTH MAPLE STREET FROM THE
MOUNT PROSPECT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Korn, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Abstain: Juracek
Motion carried.
Mayor Wilks presented a resolution authorizing the Village of Mount Prospect to
enter into a ground lease agreement with the River Trails Park District for a new Fire
Station #14.
Fire Chief Figolah stated there had been two (2) revisions to the final ground lease
agreement and the revisions were included in the "revised" ground lease agreement
presented for their approval.
1) Page 3 - Item #4, last paragraph, last sentence
The School Land Park Improvements shall be completed by the Lessee, to the
(delete) reasonable satisfaction of the Lessor and the School District.
2) Page 4 - 1st paragraph, 1st sentence
The Parties recognize that the School Land will be leased by Lessor for a period
less than the (delete) 50 (insert) 99 year term of this Lease.
Fire Chief Figolah stated that with the approved ground lease agreement between
the River Trails School District and River Trails Park District (approved July 8, 2008),
and the Village Board's approval of the ground lease agreement with the River Trails
Park District, the location of the new Fire Station #14 would be resolved. He
thanked the River Trails School District and River Trail Park District for their joint
efforts.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved for approval of Resolution
No. 41-08 :
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT
PROSPECT TO ENTER INTO A GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT
WITH THE RIVER TRAILS PARK DISTRICT FOR FIRE STATION #14
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Pol it, Zadel
None
Motion carried.
Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1st) reading an ordinance granting a variation for a
side yard setback; PZ-11-08, 100 North School Street. This ordinance grants a
variation for side yard setback to accommodate expansion of an existing room to
allow egress/ingress to the residential property.
Community Development Director William Cooney provided background information
on the petitioner's request for a variation to allow a five (5) foot side yard setback for
expansion of an existing room to the west. Mr. Cooney stated the existing home is
considered non-conforming based on the side yard setback that exists along the
north property line. The existing room is currently five (5) feet from the property line
on the north side of the property; Village Code requires seven (7) feet. The petitioner,
Mr. Mike Ryan, requests the five (5) foot side yard setback for the room expansion:
(1) setback to be consistent with the five (5) foot side yard setback of the rest of the
home along the north property line and (2) allow another point of access to the home.
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ORD 5701
PZ-14-08,215
WESTGATE RD.
PZ-15-08, 999 N.
ELMHURST RD.,
RANDHURST
Mr. Cooney stated Mr. Ryan is in a wheelchair and as such staff also researched the
American with Disabilities Act (ADA), which established the guidelines for providing
access to individuals who have disabilities or handicaps.
Mr. Cooney stated the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of
the request for a variation by a 5-0 vote.
Mr. Ryan and Mr. Mike Haaning, 205 Forest Avenue, were in attendance. Mr.
Haaning stated, Mr. Ryan currently does not have of egress/ingress to his home
during a power outage. The room expansion will provide Mr. Ryan an access point
during a power outage, and allow him use of his workout equipment. He stated the
neighbor adjacent to the proposed expansion supports Mr. Ryan's request for the
variation.
In response to a question from the Village Board Mr. Haaning stated the existing
family room (legal, non-conforming) was there when the petitioner purchased the
home over ten (10) years.
Trustee Corcoran, seconded by Trustee Korn, moved to waive the rule requiring
two (2) readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Corcoran, moved for approval of Ordinance
No. 5701:
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIATION (SIDE YARD SETBACK)
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 100 NORTH SCHOOL STREET
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Mayor Wilks presented item E. PZ-14-08, which was removed from the Consent
Agenda; a Resolution granting a plat of resubdivision for property located at 215
Westgate Road.
Mr. Cooney stated the petitioner of PZ-14-08 had requested a deferral on this matter
until the August 5, 2008 Village Board meeting. The petitioner would like to meet
with staff for additional discussion regarding the Village's detention requirements as it
applies to the request for resubdivision of the subject property.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved to defer PZ-14-08, a
resolution granting a plat of resubdivision for property located at 215 Westgate
Road until the August 5, 2008 Village Board meeting:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Mayor Wilks presented PZ-15-08, 999 North Elmhurst Road, Randhurst Village
Redevelopment.
1. 1st reading of AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT, CERTAIN VARIATIONS AND A SPECIAL USE FOR SIGNAGE
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 999 NORTH ELMHURST ROAD
(RANDHURST)
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2. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
TO ENTER INTO A REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH CLP/SPF
RANDHURST LLC, c/o CASTO LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES
Community Development Director William Cooney provided background information
including history of the mall since it was first opened in 1962, and the current shift in
both retail design and strategies; movement to de-mall malls.
He stated that due to competition in the retail market the status of Randhurst has
significantly decreased. However, area demographics remain strong enough to
support a matI.
Mr. Cooney stated the proposed project was presented at the June 26, 2008
Planning and Zoning Commission. As part of the proposed project the petitioner
requested: 1) Conditional Use for a Commercial Planned Unit Development; 2)
Building Height and Setback Variations; 3) Special Use for Signs Associated with a
Large Scale Development; 4) Variation for Temporary Leasing Signs; 5) Variation
to increase maximum fence height; 6) Variation to Site Lighting and Illumination
Standards; and 7) Waiver of Street Lighting Requirements.
The Planning and Zoning Commission by a vote of 4-1 recommended approval of: 1)
Conditional Use for a Commercial Planned Unit Development; 2) Building Height and
Setback Variations; 3) Special Use for Signs Associated with a Large Scale
Development; 4) Variation for Temporary Leasing Signs and 5) Variation to Site
Lighting and Illumination Standards.
By a vote of 4-1 the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of:
1) Variation to increase maximum fence height; and 2) Waiver of Street Lighting
Requirements.
Mr. Cooney stated representatives from Casto Lifestyle Properties (property
owners/developer) would provide a detailed overview of the project and respond to
questions.
Ms. Aarti Kotak, attorney, introduced Casto representatives and provided a general
overview of the proposed development; approximately 155,000 square feet of newly
constructed retail with a total square footage of approximately 980,000 square feet.
Ms. Kotak also reviewed the petitioner's requests for Village Board approval.
Casto Lifestyle Properties President, Mr. Brett Hutchens, provided a general
information about Casto, highlighting its success in the midwest and southeast
regions of the United States. Mr. Hutchens stated the company has proven
successful in the development/redevelopment of open air mixed use facilities. Casto
has partnered with JP Morgan on the Randhurst Village project which includes a
hotel, mixed use of retail, hospitality, offices as well as future residential components.
Mr. Arnold Gitten, project architect, reviewed in detail the Randhurst Village site plan.
As proposed, the central portion of the existing mall will be demolished and the
southern entrance from Elmhurst Road will be extended through the center of the
site. New commercial store fronts, pedestrian areas and parking will be constructed
on either side of this roadway, creating a sense of "Main Street" to the development.
The new plaza will incorporate elements to enhance the pedestrian environment
including decorative pavement, seating walls, outdoor fireplace, planting beds, street
furniture and outdoor dining. The existing Bed, Bath and Beyond, Carson Pirie Scott,
Home Depot and Costco will be incorporated into the new development. The existing
AMC theater will be relocated to the northern end of the roadway.
The existing parking lot will be reconfigured to both maximize the number of parking
spaces and to improve traffic flow. A parking structure south of the theatre will serve
the development and accommodate the majority of parking for the theatre. The hotel
will have underground parking.
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Mr. Gitten stated walking paths designed for people to walk through the entire
shopping center; and the sidewalks along the Main Street area will be wider. There
will also be additional on-site sidewalks for pedestrians accessing the mall from the
surrounding neighborhoods. He stated Costco recently requested a 48 inch wrought
iron fence be installed in front of their walkway; the fence would prohibit access to
the walkway adjacent to Costco. The intent is to ensure adequate parking is available
for their customers.
Trustee Corcoran questioned Costco's request for the wrought fence iron. He
expressed concern with Costco's deCision to install a fence that will impede customer
access, and requested this matter be pursued with Costco's corporate office.
Mr. Gitten responded to additional comments and questions from the Village Board.
· Bicycle racks have been added to the site plan; bike lanes may be added.
· 120 hotel rooms
· office parking - assigned parking in theater parking deck
· office space versus apartments above retail shops - apartments cost prohibitive
· fence height variation - Casto no longer seeks variation; will comply with Village
fence height requirements.
In response to additional comments from the Village Board regarding the Costco
fence, Mr. Hutchens stated Costco has been cooperative but concerned about loss
of parking for its customers. The wrought iron fence will be heavily landscaped for
aesthetics.
Mr. David Galler, project architect, presented the architectural elements and
elevations. Elevations are similar to Chicago style architecture; predominately
masonry buildings with flats roofs. When tenants are identified there may be slight
changes to elevations. Casto continues to work with staff to enhance detailing. He
discussed proposed signage, noting that at the request of the Planning and Zoning
Commission the height of the signs was lowered.
Casto asking Village Board for the ability to do future development of northwest
corner of property. Mr. Galler displayed a sketch of the proposed future phase of
residential units; four (4) story building with 200 units above ground retail.
A fly-thru of a completed "Randhurst Village" was shown.
Villaoe Board Comments/Discussion.
· Costco fence - residents will question Village Boards decision to allow fence.
Costco needs to be integrated with rest of mall.
· Size of mall - need for trolley service.
Casto responded that trolley service did not appear warranted. Each anchor
store has its own area and store management is comfortable with parking and
store access.
· Snow management
Casto - snow will be plowed from parking areas and removed to outer
parameters of site.
· Residential housing
Mr. Cooney stated request for future housing would need to go back to Planning
and Zoning for approval.
· Shopping cart management
minimal usage - need to assist Home Depot to maximize cart control
· Safety concerns - add more stop signs and traffic calming devise to reduce
speed, enhance traffic flow and increase pedestrian safety.
· Lighting requirements - full cut-off, flat lens; no wall packs
Casto no longer seeks waiver of street lighting requirements; will comply with all
Village street lighting requirements.
· Requested developer provide architectural colored renderings of buildings for
August 5th meeting.
Casto will have requested exhibits at August 5th Village Board meeting.
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AMEND
CHAPTER 22,
FLOODPLAIN
REGULATIONS
ORD 5702
AMEND
CHAPTER 18
(TRAFFIC)
· Concrete for buildings
Casto - only use for theater and parking deck
Mayor Wilks stated the second (2nd) reading of the ordinance to grant a Conditional
Use permit, certain variations and a special use for signage for property located at
999 North Elmhurst Road (Randhurst) would be held at the August 5, 2008 Village
Board meeting.
Village Manager Janonis recommended deferral of the resolution authorizing the
Village of Mount Prospect to enter into a Redevelopment Agreement with CLP/SPF,
Randhurst LLC, c/o Casto Lifestyle properties until the August 5th Village Board
meeting.
The Redevelopment Agreement is the second (2nd) component of Pl-15-08, 999
North Elmhurst Road, Randhurst Village Redevelopment.
Trustee ladel, seconded by Trustee Corcoran, moved to defer approval of the
resolution authorizing the Village of Mount Prospect to enter into a Redevelopment
Agreement with CLP/SPF, Randhurst LLC, c/o Casto Lifestyle properties until the
August 5th Village Board meeting.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Polit, ladel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Mayor Wilks called a recess at 9:12 p.m.
Mayor Wilks reconvened the Village Board meeting at 9:21 p.m.
Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1I1t) reading an ordinance amending Chapter 22,
Floodplain Regulations of the Village Code of Mount Prospect. This ordinance
amends Section 22.102, entitled "Definitions" and Section 22.105 entitled "Base
Flood Elevation" under Article I Floodplain Management Regulations.
Mayor Wilks stated the updated flood maps to amend the Village Code were
reviewed by Village Engineer Jeff Wulbecker. Mr. Wulbecker was in attendance to
respond to questions regarding the proposed code amendment; there were no
questions.
Trustee Corcoran, seconded by Trustee ladel, moved to waive the rule requiring
two (2) readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Polit, ladel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Corcoran, seconded by Trustee ladel, moved for approval of Ordinance
No. 5702:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 22 FLOODPLAIN
REGULATIONS OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Polit, ladel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1st) an ordinance amending Chapter 18, Traffic, of
the Village Code. This ordinance eliminates the one-way designations along School
Street and Busse Avenue adjacent to St. Paul Lutheran School and Church.
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MANAGER'S
REPORT
Village Engineer Jeff Wulbecker presented background information regarding the
2007 traffic changes around St. Paul Lutheran School and Church (School Street
and Busse Avenue). Stating a post-study to determine the effect of the changes was
conducted in the spring of 2008, Mr. Wulbecker provided an overview of the post-
study findings.
· School activities - overall conditions have improved and the school continues to
support the new traffic regulations.
· Church activities - one-way southbound designation along School Street,
(Central Road to Evergreen Avenue) routinely disobeyed - signs are posted
· Park activities - no issues
As part of the post-study, 17 surveys were sent to nearby homes, the school, church
and park district. Three (3) surveys were returned; all supported the changes made
in 2007.
However, based on feedback from Police, Fire and Public Works Departments as
well as residents in attendance at the June 8, 2008 Safety Commission, the Safety
Commission determined; (1) eliminC1ting the part-time one-way designations on
School Street and Busse Avenue would eliminate the routine disobedience and
confusion and (2) allow residents easier access in and out of the neighborhood and
would not compromise safety.
By a vote of 9-0, the Safety Commission recommended:
· Repeal the ordinance that provides for a one-way westbound designation along
Busse Avenue between Elm Street and Owen Street on Sundays from 7:00 a.m.
and 1 :00 p.m.
· Repeal the ordinance that provides for a one-way southbound designation along
School Street between Central Road and Evergreen Avenue on Sundays from
7:00 a.m. and 1 :00 p.m.
Mr. Wulbecker stated surveys regarding the recommended changes were sent to
nearby homes, St. Paul Church and School and the Park District; 24 surveys. The
Engineering Department received two (2) surveys; one (1) supporting and (1)
opposing the recommended changes.
Mr. Strahle
113 South School Street
Mr. Strahle expressed his concern regarding the recommended changes. He stated
the change in the traffic pattern will be confusing for parishioners and compromise
safety.
He stated he was unaware a survey had been sent to the Church and would like an
opportunity for further discussion with the Church Board and parishioners regarding
the recommended changes to the traffic pattern.
Recognizing the need to educate parishioners of changes in the traffic pattern, if
approved, Mr. Wulbecker stated signs with flashing lights indicating two-way traffic
would be posted. Information regarding the changes would be given to the Church.
Trustee Zadel recommended the ordinance be held for a second (2nd) reading at the
August 5th Village Board meeting to allow further discussion and comments from the
Church.
Mayor Wilks stated the ordinance would stand as a first (1st) reading.
VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT
All items under the Village Manager's report except E. were approved under the
Consent Agenda.
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PUBLIC WORKS
LABOR
CONTRACT
OTHER
BUSINESS
CLOSED
SESSION
Assistant Village Manager Dave Strahl presented a request for Village Board
approval to ratify Public Works labor contract between International Union of
Operating Engineers, Local 150, Public Employee Division and the Village of Mount
Prospect.
Assistant Village Manager Strahl stated the negotiation process had been completed
and a tenant agreement covering Public Works employees working as mechanics,
electricians and mechanics was reached. The agreement, retroactive to May 1, 2007
will expire April 30, 2012. The five (5) year contract includes annual wage increases
as well as substantial increases in the employee monthly insurance contributions.
This is the same insurance provision Police Union employees and Village non-union
employees.
Assistant Village Manager Strahl added, as with all Village employees the Village
enjoys an outstanding working relationship with Public Works employees.
Trustee Corcoran, recognized the loyal and talented Public Works employees and
the services they provide. However, he will vote "No" to approve the contract; not
because of employees but because of State legislation that continues to tie the
hands of local government in negotiating labor negotiations. The strain on municipal
budgets from these state mandates will force municipalities to make reductions in
labor and residential services.
Trustee Polit stated he did not have enough information to cast an informed vote, so
he would be voting, "present."
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved for Village Board approval to
ratify Public Works labor contract between the International Union of Operating
Engineers, Local 150, Public Employee Division and the Village of Mount Prospect
for the period May 1, 2007 through April 30, 2012.
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Present:
Motion carried.
Juracek, Korn, Wilks, Zadel
Corcoran
Polit
Village Manager Janonis noted the following:
· Village Board meeting -
July 29th - No meeting, fifth (5th) Tuesday of the month
August 5th - Next Village Board Meeting
· MidSummer Downtown Block Party
Saturday, July 26th
food/entertainment and free activities/rides for kids
· Farmers Market
Sundays - Metra Train Commuter Lot
OTHER BUSINESS
None.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Wilks asked for a motion to enter Closed Session to discuss Litigation 5 ILCS
120/2 (c) (11), she added there was no need for discussion of Personnel 5 ILCS
120/2 (c) (1) as listed on the Agenda.
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Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved to meet in Closed Session to
discuss Litigatioin 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (11).
Upon roll call: Ayes: Corcoran, Juracek, Korn, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
The Village Board entered Closed Session at 9:44 p.m.
ADJOURN
ADJOURN
The Village Board reconvened in Open Session at 10: 15; there being no further
business to discuss the July 15, 2008 Village Board meeting adjourned at 10:16 p.m.
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M. Lisa Angell :./ ~
Village Clerk
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