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Meeting - Saturday, May 2, 2009
Community Center,
1st Floor, Village Hall - 9:00 A.M.
May treats provided by Sandy DiCaro
sec@mountprospect.com
Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Approve April 11, 2009 Minutes
3. Current Financial Report - Mike J.
Current business
4. Fine Arts Festival- Saturday, June 20
5. Return Celestial Celebration Survey.
New Business
6. Standing agenda item: Ideas for new events, ideas to incorporate into existing
events, mergers, suggestions, dislikes, problem areas, comments, clarifications
***** May treats provided by Sandy DiCaro *****
Words of Wisdom
"What we see depends mainly on what we look for."
- John Lubbock
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Other events
Winter Festival Parade - December 6, 2008
Holiday Decorating Contest Awards - December 16, 2008
Celestial Celebration - February 7,2009
Snow Sculpture Contest February?, 2009
Fine Arts Festival- June 20, 2009
Fourth of July Parade - July 4, 2009
Midsummer Downtown Block Party - July 25,2009
Sousa Event - July 27, 2009 ?
Family Bike Ride - September 5, 2009?
Our Mission -
"The Mount Prospect Special Events Commission creates quality events that celebrate as well
as honor special occasions, special people, and the ideals that make Mount Prospect a great
place to live. The pleasure and entertainment of the public is our primary objective and we
will always strive to do that in a memorable way."
Chairman's Expectations -
1. Attendance - As an appointed member of this commission, you are expected to
attend most of the meetings. We will all have occasional conflicts that will prevent our
attendance. In those cases, please let me know in advance. Being absent 4 out of 12
meetings may be considered excessive. Please avoid unexcused absences.
2. Participation - We have all been selected for this commission for our talents,
abilities, or just plain good looks. Each member is expected to give of themselves to the
group. Taking on responsibilities is the cornerstone of our effectiveness. Many hands
make light work.
3. Honesty & Humility - No one member "is" the Special Events Commission. Only
as a synchronized group can we accomplish the most in the time we have. No discussion
is off-limits at the meetings. In fact, conflict at the meetings is the only place conflict
should be found. Because only there, can we get the full consensus and varied opinions
of the members. It is the best place to resolve differences in opinions and procedures. A
member who walks away from a meeting with an unspoken issue, is a member who is not
fulfilling their duties as an appointed member of the commission. You will need courage
and conviction to say "I have to be honest, I don't think that is right." We must check
our egos at the door and be open to the thoughts and opinions of others. As a group, we
will reach a consensus. Once reached, we agree to honor those decisions.
Please notify Tom if you:
. Will be unavoidably absent from a meeting.
. Wish to add an agenda item (by the Saturday prior to the meeting).
. Wish to submit a report in your absence.
Office: (847)259-8600 Home: (847)577-6757 Cell: (847)528-0100 E-mail: zander@PicketFenceRealtv.com
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MOUNT PROSPECT SPECIAL EVENTS COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
April 11 , 2009
9:00 a.m.
In attendance: Tom Zander, Jim Uszler, Kathy Janonis, Linda Hoeffert, Martha Helm,
Dale Draznin, Dawn Fletcher Collins
Absent: Laury Youngquist, Teresa VanOpdorp, Paul Seils, Mike Janonis, Christina Greco,
Eileen Gattas, Jill Friedrichs, Janice Farley, Sandy DiCaro
CALL TO ORDER: Meeting called to order by Chairman Tom Zander at 9:07 a.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of February 14, 2009 meeting up for review. Moved for
approval by Dale Draznin, seconded by Kathy Janonis. Motion carried.
FINANCIAL REPORT: Current Treasurer's Report dated March 31,2009 presented by Tom
Zander in Mike Janonis' absence. Tom Zander asked for approval of report as presented, those
in attendance agreed. Motion carried.
CURRENT BUSINESS DISCUSSION: Fine Arts Festival, June 20, 2009
Tom Zander read update/comments from Teresa VanOpdorp (absent). Kathy Janonis discussed
scholarship opportunities and follow up procedure in hopes of community awareness for more
applicants. Notice went to area high schools and both community colleges. Also discussed was
fine tuning for coordinating volunteer time/more efficiency.
NEW BUSINESS: Celestial Celebration Survey
Tom Zander discussed some surveys had been turned in and the value of the information.
Committee revisited some of the comments/highlights of changes for next year which included the
announcement of "award winners" to the public in advance of event.
REMINDERS: Summer Dates
Mayor's Prayer Breakfast - Thursday, May 7
Fine Arts Festival- Saturday, June 20
Fourth of July Parade
Downtown Block Party - Saturday, July 25
Do-It- Yourself-Sousa - Monday, July 27
ADJOURNMENT: Meeting was adjourned at 9:51 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn Fletcher Collins
MAYOR
Irvana K. Wilks
TRUSTEES
Paul Wm. Hoefert
Arlene A. Juracek
A. John Kom
John Matuszak
Steven S. Polit
Michael A. Zadel
Mount Prospect
VILLAGE MANAGER
Michael E. Janonis
VILLAGE CLERK
M. Lisa Angell
Phone: 847/392-6000
Fax: 847/392-6022
www.mountprospect.org
Village of Mount Prospect
50 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
MOUNT PROSPECT YOUTH COMMISSION
AGENDA
MA Y 06, 2009
MOUNT PROSPECT POLICE AND FIRE HEADQUARTERS
112 EAST NORTHWEST HIGHWAY
7:00 P.M.
I. Call To Order
II. Roll Call
III. Approval of April 01, 2009 Minutes
IV. Public Relations Committee
V. Recruitment Committee
VI. Old Business
A. Youth View - "Meetings on Demand"
B. Youth Resource Catalog
C. Youth and the Economy
D. Job Shadowing
E. Additional Youth Commission Monthly Meeting
VII. New Business
A. Youth Commission Reappointments
B. Fourth of July Parade
C. Summer Meetings
D. Village Board Meeting
VIII. Other Business
IX. Adjournment
It is the general expectation of the Mount Prospect Youth Commission that all members
attend every meeting. If you are unable to attend a meeting, please contact Chairman Derek
Steinweg - home-847-298-6208 / cell-847-530-5117 or Secretary Cindy Rumore - 847-818-
5237, by phone or bye-mail, 24 hours prior to the meeting. In an emergency, you may call
the meeting room at the Mount Prospect Police and Fire Headquarters at 847-818-5337 at
the time of the meeting.
Upcoming meetings are scheduled for: - June 03, 2009
. July 01, 2009
Any individual with a disability who would like to attend this meeting and
needs some accommodation to participate should contact:
The Mount Prospect Police Department
112 East Northwest Highway
Mount Prospect, IL. 60056
847 -870-5656
847-392-1269 TDD
MAYOR
Irvana K. Wilks
Mount Prospect
VILLAGE MANAGER
Michael E. Janonis
TRUSTEES
Paul Wm. Hoefert
Arlene A Juracek
A. John Korn
John J. Matuszak
Steven S. Polit
Michael A. Zadel
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VILLAGE CLERK
M. Lisa Angell
Phone: 847/392-6000
Fax: 847/392-6022
TDO: 847/392-6064
www.mountproliPect.or~
Village of Mount Prospect
50 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION
ORDER OF BUSINESS
REGULAR MEETING
Meeting Location
Village Hall
50 South Emerson Street
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Meeting Date and Time:
Thursday
May 7, 2009
7:00 p.m.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
. March 5, 2009
IV. OLD BUSINESS
. Suburban Mosaic Book Program
. Interfaith Council
. Community Connections Center
V. NEW BUSINESS
. July 4th Parade
· Discussion of Hull House Event
VI. CORRESPONDENCE
VII. ADJOURNMENT
Commission members are to call the staff contact person confirming attendance at least 24 hours prior to the date
of the scheduled meeting.
The staff contact for this meeting is Deputy Chief Michael Semkiu. (847) 818-5235.
ANY INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY WHO WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND THIS MEETING SHOULD CONTACT
THE VILLAGE MANAGER'S OFFICE AT 50 SOUTH EMERSON STREET, 847/392-6000, TDD 847/392-6064.
MINUTES
COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION
Community Center, Village Hall
Thursday, March 5, 2009
The Community Relations Commission (CRG) of the Village of Mount Prospect met Thursday, March 5,
2009, at Mount Prospect Village Hall, 50 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Tolbert called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Present:
Chairman Tolbert
Commissioner Ortiz
Commissioner Parikh
Absent:
Commissioner Muench
Also in Attendance:
Nancy Morgan, Director of Human Services
Michael Semkiu, Deputy Chief of Police
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Commissioner Parikh and seconded by Commissioner Muench to approve the
minutes of the January 8, 2009, meeting. The minutes were unanimously approved by a voice vote.
IV. OLD BUSINESS
Suburban Mosaic Book Program
Chairman Tolbert reported the Suburban Mosaic Book Program was presented in March to the
committee.
Interfaith Council
Chairman Tolbert attended the Interfaith Council Meeting last week and they discussed a 2010
Community Event. The event, which is still in the planning stages, would be co-sponsored by the
Chamber of Commerce. Chairman Tolbert said the Interfaith Council may ask the commission to take
part in the event. Commissioner Parikh would like to see the commission assist with the initial planning.
Nancy Morgan, Director of Human Services, suggested the members of the commission attend an
Interfaith Council Meeting to introduce themselves.
Neighborhood Resource Center
Nancy Morgan provided information on the newly named "Community Connections Center" and explained
how the name was chosen. Ms. Morgan also provided background about the grant the Village received
two years ago to determine the need and who should participate in the center. The center will provide a
central location where residents of the Village of Mount Prospect have information and referral services
available. There will also be a food pantry at the Center with a social worker coordinating the services of
the Center. Ms. Morgan foresees doing what we are doing, but on a greater scale. The seven partners
involved in the center are: Village of Mount Prospect, Mount Prospect Library, District 214, District 59,
CEDA Northwest, Financial Literary & Assistance, Children's Advocacy Center, Korean American
Community Service, and Northwest Community Hospital. Ms. Morgan also provided a floor plan and the
hours for the first six months. The Center is tentatively scheduled to open in the middle of July. There
will be a grand opening outside the Center with a movie and ethnic foods provided by businesses.
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Community Relations Commission
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Mr. Parikh suggested a "Drop Box" at the center for people to leave information seeking assistance and
how they can be contacted.
V. NEW BUSINESS
Chairman Tolbert accepted the "Black History Month Proclamation" at the Village Board Meeting on
February 3,2009. The Proclamation will be entered into the Commission archives.
VI. CORRESPONDENCE
No report.
VII. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned after a motion was made by Commissioner Parikh and seconded by
Commissioner Ortiz. The motion was approved unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
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Michael Semkiu
Deputy Chief of Police
March 5, 2009
Community Relations Commission
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MINUTES
COFFEE WITH COUNCIL
SATURDAY, APRIL 11,2009
9:00 A.M.
COMMUNITY CENTER, VILLAGE HALL, 50 SOUTH EMERSON STREET
Mayor Irvana Wilks called the meeting to order at 9:00 am. Village Trustees present were Paul
Hoefert, Arlene Juracek, John Mutuszak and Steve Polito Representing Village Staff were
Village Manager Michael Janonis and Director of Public Works Glen Andler.
Residents in Attendance
Ken Koeppen
Mal Holec
Carol Tortorello
Steve Vanarsdale
Thomas Tezky
Erich Wohlgemuth
Bruce Nejdl
Jason Malinowski
Adam Malinowski
Matt Wohlgemuth
Jeff Nej dl
Matt Gibbons
Becky K viz
Frank Fulton
Jim Chylik
Paul Wood
Eric Wood
Aleza Moore
Brady Roscoe
David Schein
Christy Watychowicz
Jim Uszler
Louis Gibbons
Linneman Rd.
Quince
S. Elmhurst Ave.
Can Dota
N. School
S. Wille
MacArthur
Eastwood
Eastwood
S. Wille
MacArthur
Eastwood
S. Hatlen
Can Dota
Locust
N. Maple
N. Maple
Pawnee
Hemlock
Na Wa Ta
Wa Pella
S. Elm
Eastwood
Coffee with Council Minutes
4-11-09
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Mayor Wilks opened the meeting with general remarks and then had everyone in attendance do
self introductions.
Ken Koeppen, Linneman Rd. - Mr. Koeppen wanted to let Public Works know there are two
utility trenches on the curve of Linneman Rd. that have settled and need repair. Mr. Andler said
he would follow up with the contractor to repair the trenches.
Mal Holec, Quince Ln. - Mr. Holec wanted to thank the Village Board for all their efforts and
asked if more information about the Village's Community Connections Center could be
distributed to all Mount Prospect residents. Mayor Wilks gave a brief overview of The Center
and agreed to get more information out to our residents as more details of The Center are
finalized.
Carol Tortorello, S. Elmhurst Ave. - Ms. Tortorello requested an update on the Triangle
Development. Mr. Janonis stated that the development is still on hold and until the development
resumes there are plans to add additional parking and landscaping on the empty lots.
Steve Vanarsdale, S. Can Dota. - Mr. Vanarsdale wanted to thank Public Works for all their
help in coming up with a solution to his rear yard flooding problem. Mr. Andler informed Mr.
Vanarsdale that Public Works is finalizing the plans and specifications for this year's rear yard
drainage program and a contract should be awarded by late May. Plans will include constructing
rain gardens and drain tile system to remove ponding water from resident's rear yard and Mr.
Vanarsdale yard is on this year's list.
Thomas Tezky, N. School- Mr. Tezky is concerned about a very large dog at 22. S. Maple that
tries to jump over the fence every time he walks by on the sidewalk. Mr. Tezky also requested
help in filling out paperwork for the State of Illinois to get his drivers license reinstated. Mr.
Janonis told Mr. Tezky to contact the Village's Human Services department on the second floor
of the Village Hall and they would help him.
Erich Wohlgemuth, S. Wille; Bruce Nejdl, MacArthur; Jason Malinowski, Eastwood; Paul
Wood, N. Maple - Mr. Nejdl came to Coffee with Council to present the first Lego League
Team from Lincoln Jr. High. Team members include: Adam Malinowski, Jeff Nejdl, Matt
Gibbons, Matt Wohlgemuth and Eric Wood. Mr. Nejdl wanted the Village Board to know
this Lego Team placed 2nd in the State and will be representing Mount Prospect and the State of
Illinois at the US Open Championship Competition in Dayton, Ohio. The Village Board
congratulated all the Lego Team members on their great accomplishment. The team also offered
to make a 5 minute presentation after the meeting on their Rain Garden Report. Mr. Nejdl also
asked about the delay for the Randhurst redevelopment. Mr. Janonis responded that currently
there is about a two month delay because of details with existing leases with some of the
remaining businesses. The developer Casto has the financing and they are still planning on
opening summer of201O.
Coffee with Council Minutes
4-11-09
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Becky Kviz, S. Hatlen - Ms. Kviz is very concerned about construction going on at 101 S.
Hatlen (S.E. Comer of Grindel and Hatlen). This construction has been going on for over two
years. There is currently a large dumpster full to the top that has been there for months. Also,
the construction site is not completely secured by fencing and she is concerned about the safety
of the neighborhood children. Mr. Janonis will follow up on this issue with the Village's
Community Development Department. Ms. K viz also expressed her concerned about increased
traffic and speeding on Central Rd. Mr. Janonis will turn this over to the Village's Traffic Unit
for some selected enforcement.
Frank Fulton, Can Dota - Mr. Fulton is a neighbor of Mr. Vanarsdale and just came to
observe.
Jim Chylik, Locust - Mr. Chylik was disappointed that he did not receive information about all
the candidates prior to this years election. Mayor Wilks told Mr. Chylik it was the candidate's
responsibility to do that, not the Village's.
Aleza Moore, Pawnee Lane - Ms. Moore is a new homeowner in Mount Prospect and needs to
replace the roof on her home and other things. What does she need to do? Mr. Janonis told her to
put together a list of repairs she is planning and got to the Village's Community Development
Department and they will advise her on any required permits. Ms. Moore also asked if the
Village could assist her in getting her apartment deposit back from the landlord of the Mansions.
Mr. Janonis told her it was doubtful she will get it back but she should contact our Community
Development Department who can advise her on landlord/tenant issues. Ms. Moore is a
translator and interpreter and offered her services to the Village for the Community Connections
Center.
Brady Roscoe, Hemlock - Mr. Roscoe is long time resident and is concerned about the number
of homes in his neighborhood that have large amounts of junk stored all around the outsides of
them. People are also storing their recycling and garbage carts in front of their homes. Mayor
Wilks asked Mr. Roscoe to provide staff with a list of addresses and we will follow up on any
property maintenance issues.
David Schein, Na Wa Ta - Mr. Schein supports the use of rain gardens and rain barrels and
suggests Public Works sell rain barrels at their Public Works Open House next month. Public
Works will contact Mr. Schein about contacts for purchasing rain barrels. Trustee Juracek also
suggested Public Works contact the Garden Club who has also indicated an interest in selling
rain barrels.
Christy Watychowicz - Mrs. Watychowicz suggested that the Village Board should consider
filling vacancies on the various Boards and Commissions with representatives from the younger
population (25-40 years old) of the Village. Does the Village publicize openings on these
Boards and Commissions prior to them being filled? Mayor Wilks responded that there is
information about the Village's Boards and Commissions on the Village's website.
Coffee with Council Minutes
4-11-09
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Jim Uszler, S. Elm - Mr. Uszler had nothing to say.
Louis Gibbons, Eastwood - Mr. Gibbons left before his turn to speak.
The meeting was adjourned at 11: 11 am.
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