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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3.1 Minutes 06/03/2025 Village of Mount Prospect Regular Meeting of the Village Board Tuesday, June 3, 2025 / 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hoefert called the Regular Meeting of the Village Board to order at 7:18 p.m. in the Board Room at Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson St. ROLL CALL Members present upon roll call by the Village Clerk: Mayor Paul Hoefert, Trustee Vincent Dante, Trustee Beth DiPrima, Trustee Teri Gens, Trustee Bill Grossi, Trustee John Matuszak, Trustee Colleen Saccotelli Absent: None 2.1. Pledge of Allegiance - Trustee Elizabeth DiPrima APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3.1. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Village Board - May 20, 2025 Motion by Terri Gens, second by Vincent Dante to approve the minutes of the May 20, 2025 meeting of the Village Board: Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed MAYORS REPORT 4.1. Mayor's Comment Mayor Hoefert announced that tonight's meeting will initiate the new procedures for public comment under "Citizens to be Heard". 4.2. PROCLAMATION:Recognizing the 250th Birthday of the United States Army Mayor Hoefert read a proclamation into the record honoring the United States Army's 250th birthday. Army veterans Dutch DeGroot, Laura Matuszak, and veteran Les Durov were present to accept the proclamation. 4.3. PROCLAMATION: In Recognition of LGBTQ+ Pride Month - June 2025 Mayor Hoefer read a proclamation into the record recognizing LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the Village of Mount Prospect. Resident and member of the Special Events Commission, Alan Cervenka accepted it and offered a brief history of Pride Month and its significance. 4.4. APPOINTMENT:AppointmentofTrusteeTerriGenstoserveasMayorPro- Tem for the term beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026. 4.5. Mayor Hoefert motioned to nominate Trustee Terri Gens to serve as Mayor Pro Tem for the term beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026. Trustee Dante seconded the motion. Mayor Hoefert opened the floor to other nominations and discussion. There were no other nominations and no discussion. Mayor Hoefert closed the nomination period. Motion by John Matuszak, second by Vincent Dante to ratify the nomination of Terri Gens to serve as Mayor Pro tem for the term July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026: Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD Jaime Riche Clark Mount Prospect resident Encouraged the Board to think about displaying the Pride flag throughout the year Mae DiBenedetto Mount Prospect resident Wants to see more support for Pride month and believes there is more we can do as a community Asked about a proclamation for Juneteenth, a day to celebrate the end of slavery in the United States Mayor Hoefert responded that a proclamation recognizing Juneteenth will be presented at the June 17 Village Board meeting. Carole Delahunty Mount Prospect resident Appreciates the declaration of Pride month in Mount Prospect and asked the Board to consider flying the Pride flag and/or banners Carole Martz Mount Prospect resident Requested the Board to consider adopting a new flag ordinance Martha Nava Mount Prospect resident Thanked the Board for recognizing LGBTQ+ month and asked them to consider celebrating all aspects of this recognition. Ben McIntyre Mount Prospect resident, Audrey Lane Expressed concerns about the traffic calming study being conducted on Audrey Lane; disapproves of the use of islands and traffic circles that raise safety concerns, and inquired if there are alternative approaches. George Chartourni Mount Prospect resident Expressed concerns about the traffic-calming study on Audrey Lane and instead suggested enforcing the existing laws. Jeff Nejdl 313 MacArthur Concerns regarding parking in the Metra lot Rocco DeFrisco Mount Prospect resident, Audrey Lane He expressed concern about the traffic study in Hatlan Heights, feeling it is ineffective and inconvenient for the neighborhood residents Dutch DeGroot 217 S. I Oka Thanked the community for their support on Memorial Day; while he respects Pride month, he questioned if flying the Pride flag is appropriate. Vito LiRosi Mount Prospect resident He appreciates the efforts to calm traffic in Hatlen Heights, but the residents are unhappy and feel that this is not the solution. Richard McNulty Mount Prospect resident Agrees with prior comments regarding the Hatlen Heights traffic-calming study; efforts have not worked to calm or slow down traffic. Kevin Morrison Cook County Commissioner, 1st District and Mount Prospect resident Thanked the Board for celebrating Pride Month and stated that the Pride flag is flown in many municipalities in Cook County. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, second by Bill Grossi, to approve the consent agenda as presented: Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed 6.1. Monthly Financial Report - April 2025 6.2. List of Bills - May 14, 2025, to May 27, 2025 - $7,105,311.40 6.3. Approval of Minutes - May 20, 2025 Closed Session meeting of the Village Board 6.4. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT AND CAP'S ICE CREAM, LLC FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 10 S. PINE STREET Resolution No. 17-25 6.5. Motion to accept the National Purchasing Partners Government joint purchasing agreement pricing for the purchase of one (1) dump body and one (1) salt spreader from Henderson Products, Inc. for a cost not to exceed $89,169. OLD BUSINESS - None NEW BUSINESS 8.1. A RESOLUTION TO INITIATE THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PROCESS FOR "MOUNT PROSPECT 2040 - PLANNING FOR OUR FUTURE" Director of Community and Economic Development, Jason Shallcross, introduced Development Planner Charlie Hogan, who presented the initiation of the Comprehensive Plan process. Mr. Hogan stated that the Comprehensive Plan is a policy document updated every ten years. It serves as the Community Development department's official policy for land use, development, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and community facilities. The current Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2017. The new comprehensive planning process is titled "Mount Prospect 2040 - Planning for Our Future". Mr. Hogan described what a comprehensive plan is and is not, stating it is a plan for the future and a decision-making guide that is flexible and adaptive. He explained the importance of the comprehensive plan process and its value to staff and the community. He discussed the plan's elements, the importance of community engagement throughout the process, the plan's timeline, and next steps. Mr. Hogan stated that the staff's goal is to adopt the final plan in the Spring of 2026. Mr. Hogan answered questions from the Board. Public Comment: Carole Martz Mount Prospect resident Askedhowmembersofthesteeringcommitteewerechosen Mr. Shallcross stated that the fourteen-member committee includes elected officials, stakeholders, business leaders, and residents. Jeannie Lee-Mac Mount Prospect resident Asked if there was anyone of color on the steering committee Mr. Shallcross responded that he did not know the ethnic background of every member of the committee. Ronak McFadden Mount Prospect resident Asked how the steering committee was formed Mr. Shallcross responded. Motion by Colleen Saccotelli, seconded by Terri Gens, to adopt the resolution initiating the comprehensive plan process for Mount Prospect 2040: Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima. Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion Passed Resolution No. 18-25 8.2. Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE TO OPERATE A TOBACCO RETAIL ESTABLISHMENT AT THE PROPERTY 1703 WEST ALGONQUIN ROAD MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS (PZ-05-25) Director of Community and Economic Development Jason Shallcross presented an ordinance granting a conditional use to operate a 1703 West Algonquin Road tobacco retail store. He indicated this is a transfer of ownership of an existing establishment. Mr. Shallcross stated that although this is an existing use, recent text amendments to the Village Code identify tobacco establishments as conditional uses that must undergo the conditional use approval process. He stated that the petitioner, Samantha Savarimuthu, plans to purchase the existing tobacco establishment, 92 Smoke and Vape, and continue to operate it as a tobacco and vape store. Mr. Shallcross stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission, on May 22, 2025, recommended approval by a vote of 5-0 based on several conditions as detailed in the proposed ordinance. Mr. Shallcross also stated that the petitioner passed a rigorous background check, including reference checks, as required by the Village Code. Mr. Shallcross introduced Ms. Savarimuthu, who provided additional information regarding her business plan, which includes expanding the product assortment to include clothing, shoes, and novelty items. She answered questions from the Board. In response to a concern from the Board regarding products aimed at children, Ms. Savarimuthu assured the Board that the products target those in their 20s and 30s. Trustee Grossi motioned to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt the subject ordinance as presented. There was no second, and the motion failed. A brief discussion followed among the Board regarding their concerns. To give the petitioner time to address these concerns, Mayor Hoefert announced that the reading will stand as the first reading, and the second reading of this ordinance will take place at the June 17, 2025, regular meeting of the Village Board. 8.3. Motion to waive the rule requiring two readings of an ordinance and adopt an ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FOR A DAYCARE CENTER FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1040 WEST NORTHWEST HIGHWAY, MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS (PZ-03-25) Mr. Shallcross presented plans for a conditional use for a daycare center at 1040 W. Northwest Highway. He stated that the former office building is vacant and presented existing conditions, as well as site and floor plans. He discussed proposed traffic patterns for entering and exiting the area property. The site plan included space for indoor and outdoor play areas. Mr.Shallcross stated that the petitioner, responding to staff concerns and results from a traffic study, agreed to identify certain areas to be delineated for specific uses. Mr. Shallcross displayed a map depicting the parking delineation. Spaces will be reserved for staff parking, while other stalls are designated for drop-off and pick-up. The plan allows for any stacking that may occur to happen on-site, rather than on Northwest Highway. Mr. Shallcross discussed the landscaping plan, which will utilize existing landscaping and add complementary landscaping to the current design conditions. He added that the proposed parking requirements meet the Village Zoning Code. Mr. Shallcross stated that the petitioner has provided a plan to landbank areas around the site that could be converted into additional parking stalls. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-0 at their meeting on May 22, 2025, to recommend approval of the conditional use with conditions outlined in the subject ordinance. Mr. Shallcross detailed the approval conditions for the ordinance. Several members of the Board expressed concerns and had questions regarding parking, drop- off/pick-up procedures, and noise conditions. Representatives for the petitioner, attorney Tim Foley and engineer Kevin Heffernan, answered questions from the Board. Public Comment: Jan Ramion 715 French Way Representative for the residents of the Villas of Sevres Expressed concerns with noise, placement of dumpsters (odor), hours of operation, traffic (school buses) and cars stacking on Northwest Highway. Mr. Heffernan and Mr. Foley responded. Simona Hines 702 French Way Expressed concerns regarding traffic and noise A Board discussion followed. To allow time for the petitioner to address some concerns raised regarding traffic, noise, and odor, Mayor Hoefert announced that this will stand as a first reading. The second reading will be held at the June 17, 2025, regular meeting of the Village Board. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT 9.1. Motion to accept lowest-cost, responsive bid for the Central Gateway Demolition and Restoration Project in an amount not to exceed $186,692. Director of Public Works Sean Dorsey presented bid results and staff recommendations for the Central Gateway Demolition and Restoration Project, which involves the demolition and restoration of the property at 310 W. Northwest Highway. Mr. Dorsey described the scope of work, which includes the demolition of the existing gas station building, foundation, footings, pavement stone base, and some earth to construct the Central Gateway Plaza. He stated that bid documents were prepared and advertised on the Village website, and ten companies were invited to bid on the project. Staff received seven bids. Fowler Enterprises of Hampshire, IL submitted the lowest cost bid. He stated that although they had not previously performed work in Mount Prospect, they had undertaken similar projects for Elk Grove Village, the Villages of Skokie, Franklin Park, and South Elgin, as well as the Arlington Heights Park District. Reference checks revealed high marks for their work performance, and the work was completed on time and under budget. Staff also interviewed the company's principal, Jake Fowler, who confirmed that the work can be completed within the budget. Mr. Dorsey stated that staff recommends including a 10% contingency in the contract award for a total contract award of $186,692. Mr. Dorsey answered questions from the Board. Motion by John Matuszak, second by Vincent Dante to accept the lowest cost responsive bid in an amount not to exceed $186,692.00. Yea: Vincent Dante, Beth DiPrima, Terri Gens, Bill Grossi, John Matuszak, Colleen Saccotelli Nay: None Final Resolution: Motion 9.2. As submitted No additional report. ANY OTHER BUSINESS None. ADJOURNMENT With no additional business to conduct, Mayor Hoefert asked for a motion to adjourn. Trustee Dante seconded by Trustee Grossi motioned to adjourn the meeting. By unanimous voice vote, the June 3, 2025 Regular Meeting of the Village Board of Trustees adjourned at 10:18 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Karen M. Agoranos Village Clerk