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HomeMy WebLinkAbout8. MEETING NOTICES 05/18/2010 MAYOR Irvana K. Wilks Mount Prospect TRUSTEES Paul Wm. Hoefer! Arlene A. Juracek A. John Korn John J. Matuszak Steven S. Polit Michael A. Zadel ~ Village of Mount Prospect 50 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056 CANCELLATION NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE THURSDAY, MAY 20,2010 SISTER CITIES COMMISSION MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED '---"::;:...:;.;:,,,;y.> ~ ~'~~ THE NEXT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR THURSDA V, JUNE 3, 2010 ~ Dated this 13th day of May, 2010 VILLAGE MANAGER Michael E. Janonis VILLAGE CLERK M. Lisa Angell Phone, 847/392-6000 Fax: 847/392-6022 TOO: 847/392-6064 www.mountprospect.org MINUTES VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT COFFEE WITH COUNCIL SATURDAY, MAY 8,2010 Community Center 151 Floor Village Hall Trustee Juracek called the meeting to order at 9:04 a.m. Trustee Polit, and Trustee Hoefert were also present. Representing staff were Assistant Village Manager Strahl and Police Chief Dahlberg. Residents in Attendance Louis Goodman Ken Koeppen John Elenberger Jim Chylik Sheldon Tabas Jan Kent Thomas Tezky Dan Turenne Maria Theisen John Fisher Steve & Barbi Vanarsdale Carol Tortorello Jill Friedrichs/Mark Pope David Schein Mike Alaimo N. School S. Linneman S. Redwood Locust Street Wheeling Road Briarwood North School Street Boxwood Dogwood N. Boxwood Can-Dota Avenue South Elmhurst Avenue S. School Na-Wa-Ta Avenue N. Westgate Trustee Juracek opened the meeting and asked for introductions from the Trustees, staff and visitors. Louis Goodman. N. School Mr. Goodman was at Coffee with Council to ask about our Village Board's form of government and their involvement in the day-to-day operations of the Village. Specifically, do the department heads hire their own people or is that done by the Village Board. Trustee Juracek informed Mr. Goodman that the Village Board is responsible for making the Village policies. The Village Board hires the Village Manager and he is responsible for hiring department heads to assist him in running the day-to-day operations of the Village. Department heads with the approval of the Village Manager hire department staff. Trustee Juracek went on to say the Board has a very dedicated and long serving senior staff working for them. Ken Koeppen. S. Linneman Mr. Koeppen asked about an article he read in the Chicaao Tribune stating that any homes being remodeled which were built prior to 1978 must adhere to new building rules and asked if the Village would be enforcing this through the building permit and application process. Trustee Polit was familiar with the law and stated any contractor should be aware of the rule, as it carries a rather large fine. Mr. Strahl will check to see if this change is reflected in the Village's permit application. John Elenberaer. S. Redwood Mr. Elenberger asked Assistant Village Manager Dave Strahl which department he can go to regarding flooding and damage to his property, as the property next to him has overbuilt their backyard which he believes is flooding his yard. Mr. Elenberger has contacted the Public Works and Building Departments regarding this problem and is not satisfied with the Building Department's response. He also stated that there were no building permits or JULIE flags displayed on the property. Mr. Strahl will check with the Building and Public Works Departments to insure the property is within code for proper drainage and that any necessary permits were obtained by the homeowner. Trustee Juracek asked Dave Strahl to see that work procedures regarding making established appointments with residents are reviewed. Coffee with Council Minutes Page 1 of 3 5/8/10 Jim Chvlik. Locust Street Mr. Chylik had no issues to discuss. Sheldon Tabas. Wheelina Road Mr. Tabas had the following issues to discuss: He asked if the Village has a schedule for resurfacing of streets. He was advised that roads are on a 20 year maintenance/replacement cycle, but Village roads are also evaluated annually. Mr. Tabas inquired if the Village had a dandelion ordinance. Mr. Strahl responded, dandelions must be 8 inches before the Village can do anything. Mr. Tabas asked if the Village Forestry maintains the trees in the parkways and if they would replace a tree with a split tree trunk. There was a general discussion on participating in the Shared Cost Tree Planting Program. Mr. Tabas discussed an incident where he found a disabled cat on the driveway at his home and contacted the police for help. An officer did respond but nothing could be done because the cat was on private property. He asked if the Village had an animal control officer and Chief Dahlberg responded, "No." If there is a dead animal in the roadway, Public Works will remove the animal, but they do not remove animals from private property. Trustee Polit advised the Village does not have an animal policy in place. Trustee Juracek also advised that Trustee Polit and Mr. Strahl have done extensive research on this subject and the Information will be presented to the Village Board on Tuesday, May 11th, and there will be a discussion on what can be done under ordinance to ameliorate the stray cat problem. Mr. Tabas is also concerned about people rummaging through recycling bins and taking a possible source of revenue from the Village. Chief Dahlberg said Theft of Recyclables is a citable offense and residents should call 9-1-1 if they observe same. The last issue was regarding the redevelopment of Randhurst and the new parking deck they are building. Mr. Tabas asked if any security steps were being taken, as this may become a gathering place for youth and there could be an increase in crime. Trustee Polit advised Randhurst security is being moved to the eastside of the garage and will have ample cameras and monitors. Chief Dahlberg confirmed the location of the security office and mentioned some preliminary discussions have taken place with Casto Development regarding the use of surveillance cameras. Mr. Tabas stated he is very appreciative of the Village and feels great strides have been made in the Boxwood neighborhood. Trustee Polit stated citizen involvement and taking ownership is an invaluable asset to the Village and the Village Board appreciates it. Trustee Juracek left the meeting at 9:57 a.m. and Trustee Polit took over as chairman for the meeting. Jan Kent. Briarwwod Avenue Jan Kent attended to ask for an update on the Briarwood sewage and backup problems in their neighborhood. Mr. Strahl said it is still being reviewed and once a plan is developed, they will be notified. There was a brief discussion on the paperwork flow tor reports when a backup is reported. Thomas Tezkv. North School Street Mr. Tezky had no issues this morning. Dan Turenne. Boxwood Mr. Turenne was only in attendance to listen. Maria Theisen. Doawood Maria Theisen attended to ask where she could find some help in dealing with Com cast and Commonwealth Edison. Mr. Strahl advised he is the representative for the Village will do what he can to help. She was also advised to speak to someone at the Com cast Center. Coffee with Council Minutes Page 2 of 3 5/8/10 John Fisher. Boxwood Mr. Fisher mentioned the Mount Prospect Townhome Owners Association is addressing security issues by asking the building owners to leave outside lights on from dusk to dawn. The association also appreciates the increased activity and presence of the Police Department in the area. Mr. Fisher also discussed the association's concerns with the streets, sewers and drainage in this area. He said a study needs to be done for proper drainage prior to redoing the streets. Trustee Polit stated the streets are the responsibility of the homeowners because they are private roads. Mr. Fisher asked if the Village could provide assistance in planning. Mr. Strahl responded that Public Works, Engineering and Building should be contact before starting the project and they will provide the Village specifications and standards based on codes. Steve & Barbi Vanarsdale. Can-Dota The Vanarsdale's asked if there was anything happening with the gas station on Rand & Central. Mr. Strahl stated there has been some interest. Carol Tortorello. S. Elmhurst Avenue Carol Tortorello had nothing other than to mention the meeting on May 11 th about feral cats. Jill Friedrichs & Mark Po De. S. School Jill Friedrichs has concerns regarding traffic backing up by Lions Park School when children get out of school at 3:00 p.m. Even with the No Stopping-Standing-Parking sign in the school zone traffic there are still problems. There was a general discussion on this topic and what the Police Department is doing to get everyone to comply. David Schein. Na-Wa-Ta Mr. Schein mentioned he has heard that Flossmoor and other towns are sending bills to nonresidents involved in auto traffic accidents and wondered if the Village has considered this. Chief Dahlberg said he is aware of it, but the Village of Mount Prospect does not do it and he is not in favor of recommending this policy change to the Village Board. Mike Alaimo. N. Westaate Mr. Alaimo attended the meeting to ask if the traffic sign for no right turns on Westgate could be modified or removed, as he feels it is counterproductive. Trustee Polit said the residents in Harvest Heights originally asked for the sign because they did not want people cutting through their subdivision. Mr. Strahl said the subdivision can request the sign be removed. Trustee Hoefert suggested making this a topic of discussion at their neighborhood meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 10:55 a.m. Respectfully submitted, John K. Dahlberg Chief of Police Coffee with Council Minutes Page 3 of 3 5/8/10