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Home My WebLink About08/02/1988 VB minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT AUGUST 2, 1988 CALL TO ORDER CALL TO ORDER Mayor Krause called the regular meeting of the Village Board to order at 7:30 P.M. ROLL CALL ROLL C~J~L Present upon roll call: Mayor Carolyn H. Krause Trustee Ralph Arthur Trustee Gerald Farley Trustee Leo Floros Trustee Norms Murauskis Trustee George Van Geem Trustee Theodore Wattenberg INVOCATION The invocation was given by Trustee Van Geem. APPROV;tLMII~ES APPROVE MINUTES Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Arthur, moved to approve the minutes of the Regular meeting of the Mayor and Board of Trustees held July 19, 1988. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Pass: Farley Nays: None Motion carried. APPROVAL OF BILLS APPROVE BILLS .Trustee Van Geem, seconded by Trustee Murauskis, moved to approve the following list of bills: General Fund 519,498 Motor Fuel Tax 4,054 Community Development Block Grant Fund 13,943 Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund 9,936 waterworks & Sewerage Fund- 350,921 Parking System Revenue Fund 1,887 Risk Management Fund 70,293 Downtown Redevelopment Construction 1987C - P W Facility Construction Fund Series A - Capital Improvement, Replacement or Rep 16,146 Special Service Area Construction #5 - special Service Area Construction %6 670 Downtown Redevelopment Construction 1985 - P W. Facility Construction Fund Series B - Debt Service Funds - Flexcomp Trust Fund 5,091 Escrow Deposit Fund 3,200 Police Pension Fund 32,065 Firemens Pension Fund 69,001 Benefit Trust Fund - Special Assessment Funds - $1,096,705 Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. COMM~/NICATIONS AND PETITIONS - CITIZENS TO BE HEARD OATH OF Mayor Krause introduced Hank Friedrichs, Chairman of OFFICE: the Fire and Police Commission, to administer the FIREFIGHTERS Oath of Office to the following probationary Firefighter/Paramedics: Terrence Corr Dale Steward Kevin Christianson, who was scheduled to be sworn in, was unable to attend due to illness. MAYOR'S REPORT COMMENDATIONS Mayor Krause and Fire Chief Ed Cavello presented Certificates of Commendation to the following members of the Fire Department for their efforts in attempting to save a resident who had been run over by a car: Lt. Robert Clark Firefighter/Paramedic Don Burger Firefighter/Paramedic Tim Cunningham Firefighter Dick Vincenzo OLD BUSINESS ZBA 30-V-88 ZBA 30-V-88, 902 - 918 Whitegate Drive 902 WHITEGATE An Ordinance was presented for second reading that would authorize a fence along the rear property lines of the subject properties. Because of the varied grade levels in this area, portions of the fence could reach 8 feet in height, however, the standard height of 6 feet would be the overall height. Judy Kermin, a neighbor across Central Road, asked that the parkway area be, kept in a neat and clean condition. In response to a question as to maintenance responsibilities, Mayor Krause stated that the Village is responsible for mowing the parkway area and anticipates the Village and residents working together to keep a well maintained area. Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Murauskis, moved for passage of Ordinance No. 3968 AN ORDINANCE CONCURRING WITH THE FINDINGS OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS RELATIVE TO A VARIATION FOR PROPERTIES COMMONLY KNOWN AS 902 - 918 WHITEGATE DRIVE Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. Page 2 - August 2, 1988 ZBA 36-V-88, 1450 River Road (R.J.'s Ranch) ZBA 36-V-88 An Ordinance was presented for second reading that 1450 RIVER RD would grant a variation to allow a 4-1/2 feet front yard. The Zoning Board of'Appeals recommended granting this variation by a vote of 7-0. Acting Village Manager Michael Janonis stated that the business for which this variation was requested has closed and is out of business and recommended the case be withdrawn. Attempts were made to contact the Petitioner, however he could not be located. An Ordinance was also presented for second reading, pertaining to the property being the subject of ZBA 36-V-88, that would grant a modification from the Development Code. This request as well as ZBA 36-V-88 were withdrawn due to the fact that the fast food restaurant has gone out of business. An Ordinance was presented for first reading that AMEND CH.11 would amend Section 11.1121 of Chapter 11 pertaining to TAXI DRIVERS .medical examination form required for taxi-cab drivers, which form conforms to the requirements of PACE. Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Van Geem, moved to waive the rule requiring two readings of an Ordinance. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Arthur, moved for passage of Ordinance No. 3969 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE XI OF CHAPTER 11 OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. NEW BUSINESS ZBA 42-V-88, 902 Wa Pella ZBA 42-V-88 The Petitioner in this case is r.equesting a variation 902 WA PELLA to permit a 3 car garage 896 sq. ft. in size and a driveway width of 32 feet. The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended granting these variations. Trustee Farley, seconded by Trustee Wattenberg, moved to concur with the Zoning Board of Appeals and grant the variations requested in ZBA 42-V-88. Upon roll Call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. An Ordinance will be presented August 16th for first reading. Page 3 - August 2, 1988 ZBA 43-V-88 ZBA 43-V-88, 306 South George Street 306 S.GEORGE The Petitioner is requesting a variation from the Floor Area Ratio regulation of a maximum of .35 to permit .41 in order to construct an addition to this existing single family home. The Zoning Board of Appeals recommended granting this request by a vote of 5-0. Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Arthur, moved to concur with the recommendation of the Zoning Board of Appeals and grant the variation requested in ZBA 43-V-88. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. An Ordinance will be presented for first reading on August 16th. LEVY A Resolution was presented that establishes the amount of monies to be levied for the General Corporate Fund and Special Service Areas as well as establishes the date for the required public hearing as September 6, 1988. RES.NO.31-88 Trustee Arthur, seconded by Trustee Van Geem, moved for passage of Resolution No. 31-88. A RESOLUTION TO DETERMINE THE AMOUNTS OF MONEY ESTIMATED TO BE NECESSARY TO BE RAISED BY TAY~TION BY THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT UPON THE TAXABLE PROPERTY WITHIN THE VILLAGE FOR THE YEAR COMMENCING MAY 1, 1988 AND ENDING APRIL 30, 1989. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. BRENTWOOD The Brentwood Plat of Subdivision was presented for consideration. The subject property is located on the northeast corner of Wolf and Kensington Roads and pursuant to previous action of the Village Board this parcel will be developed as a commercial site. The Plan Commission has reviewed this subdivision and has recommended approval. Trustee Arthur, seconded by Trustee Wattenberg, moved to authorize the Mayor to sign and Clerk to attest her signature on the Brentwood Plat of Subdivision. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. Page 4 - August 2, 1988 The following public improvements have been reviewed PUBLIC staff and, in accordance with the village regulations IMPROVEMENTS are presented to the Village Board for acceptance: Slawin Court Kensington Commons II - Lakeview cul de sac bulb Phase V of Kensington Center for Business Phase V-A - Lakeview Court stem Phase V-A1 Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Murauskis, moved to accept the public improvements for Slawin Court, located within the Kensington Center for Business. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. Trustee wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Arthur, moved to accept the public improvements for the Kensington Commons II, Lakeview cul de save bulb. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays~ None Motion carried. Trustee Arthur, seconded by Trustee Wattenberg, moved to accept the public improvements for Phase V of Kensington Center for Business. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. Trustee Arthur, seconded by Trustee Farley, moved to accept the public improvements for Phase V-A in the Kensington Center for Business. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. Trustee Van Geem, seconded by Trustee Murauskis, moved to accept the public improvements for Phase V-A1 in the Kensington Center for Business. Upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Geem, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT Assistant Village Manager Michael E. Janonis presented the Manager's Report. Mr. Janonis stated that the water main on Prospect Avenue between William and School Streets has collapsed and the Director of Public Works has requested, authorization to proceed with the necessary repairs. Page 5 - August 2, 1988 ATER MAIN: Trustee Wattenberg, seconded by Trustee Van Geem, moved PROSPECT AVE to waive the bidding procedure and authorize the purchase of the equipment and related materials from E & H Utility Sales in order to replace the water main on Prospect Avenue between William and School Streets at a cost not to exceed $8,500.31 upon roll call: Ayes: Arthur, Farley, Floros, Murauskis, Van Gee~, Wattenberg Nays: None Motion carried. COM ED Assistant Village Manager Janonis stated that the Village has been requested by Commonwealth Edison to assist in cooling off the generators at Algonquin and Busse Roads. With the extreme heat the units are overheating and the Fire Department has been spraying water on them in order to cool the equipment down. Trustee Floros asked the anticipated date of completion for the traffic signal improvement of Kensington/Rand/Elmhurst Roads. Director of Public Works, Herb Weeks, stated that the project is under the jurisdiction of the State and the Village has no information as to their schedule. Trustee Wattenberg requested the subject of balefill (Solid Waste) to be placed on the Deferred Items list~ of the committee of the Whole for discussion and updates. ADJOUI~//MENT ADJOURN Trustee Murauskis, seconded by Trustee Floros, moved to adjourn the meeting. Upon roll call: Ayes: Unanimous Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:07 P.M. Carol A. Fields Village Clerk Page 6 - August 2, 1988