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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/26/2009 COW agenda COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Meeting Location: Mount Prospect Village Hall 50 South Emerson Street Meeting Date and Time: Tuesday, May26,2009 7:00 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL Trustee Paul Hoefert Trustee John Korn Trustee Steven Polit Mayor Irvana K. Wilks Trustee Arlene Juracek Trustee John Matuszak Trustee Michael Zadel II. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE APRIL 14, 2009 III. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD IV. ELECTION DISCUSSION/REFERENDUM The final amended copy of the 2009 Candidate's Guide was released September 29,2008. The revisions to the 2009 Candidate's Guide which appeared to be in conflict with the Village of Mount Prospect's long-standing election process created a number of concerns regarding the Village's election process. While the Village made the final determination to follow the revised procedures set forth by the State Board of Elections for the 2009 Elections, the disparity generated by the procedural changes warranted further review of the Village's policy and practice relative to the election process including nomination petitions and the role of the "local election official"; the Village Clerk is the "local election office" for the Village of Mount Prospect. At this time, the Village Clerks office is seeking direction from the Village Board regarding the scope of responsibilities beyond those established by the Illinois Election Code of the "local election official" in the election process. As the Candidate's Guide directs potential candidates to the Village Clerk for additional information, it would seem appropriate to establish specific policies and practices for the Village Clerk as the "local election official." While there are several options the Village Board may want to consider, the most essential criteria will be the consistent application once the guidelines are in place. Appropriate staff will be available to answer questions and facilitate discussion. 1 V. FOREST RIVER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT PROPERTY In addition to the Village corporate boundaries the fire department provides emergency response to the Forest River Fire Protection District. The Prospect Heights Fire Protection District requests that we transfer 79 properties from the Forest River Fire Protection District to their district. These properties are bounded by Seminole Lane, Mandel Lane, Camp McDonald Road and Wolf Road. The proposed transfer will more clearly define fire department response districts. Additionally, the annual generated tax dollars associated with the 79 pro'perties will help to support the mutual response ambulance that the Village currently receives from the Prospect Heights Fire Protection District. Staff will be on hand to present the proposed transfer and answer questions VI. EECBG PROGRAM The Village of Mount Prospect is eligible to receive $489,600 as a grant from the United States Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program. The program has three main objectives: (1) reduce fossil building, transportation, and other appropriate sectors. The primary requirements under the grant include submitting an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy (EECS) and reporting the initiatives progress. The grant application is due on June 25, 2009. Staff recommends the Board authorize staff to apply for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG), as well as issue a RFP for consulting services to develop an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy (EECS), assist the Village to implement any immediate plan initiatives, and develop mechanisms to report its progress back to the DOE. Appropriate staff will be available to answer questions and facilitate discussion. VII. MANAGER'S REPORT . Status VIII. ANY OTHER BUSINESS IX. ADJOURNMENT NOTE: ANY INDIVIDUAL WHO WOULD LIKE TO A TTEND THIS MEETING BUT BECAUSE OF A DISABILITY NEEDS SOME ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE, SHOULD CONTACT THE VILLAGE MANAGER'S OFFICE AT 50 SOUTH EMERSON, MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056, 847/392-6000, EXTENSION 5327, TDD #847/392-6064 2