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Home My WebLink About5. OLD BUSINESS 8/19/03Village of Mount Prospect Community Development Department MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: MICHAEL E. JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER WILLIAM J. COONEY, JR., DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY JULY 29, 2003 PZ-18-03: PREMPAS RESIDENCE - 420 N. FAIRVIEW VARIATION (EXTERIOR SIDE YARD SETBACK). As you may recall, during the July 15th Board meeting the Trustees reviewed the variation request by Mr. & Mrs. Prempas (the "Applicant") for a side yard setback variation to allow a fenced in patio area within their exterior side yard at 420 N. Fairview. Following the July 15th meeting, the Applicant submitted the attached revised plan that includes a smaller patio area, a greater setback from the northern property line (the proposed setback has been increased from 3 feet to 5 feet), and a 4-foot high brick wall that would separate the existing driveway from the proposed patio area. Although the revised plan requires less relief from the Village's zoning regulations it is still in excess of the regulations and would require approval by the Board of Trustees. In addition, during the Board's review of this matter on July 15th Mr. & Mrs. Prempas submitted several pictures of nearby properties that they felt had existing improvements similar to those they were requesting. In response, staff has researched each of the properties to determine the history of the various improvements shown Jn the photos. The following is a summary of each of these properties and staff's findings: · 310 N. Russel St. - Fence located within the exterior side yard: Existing fence received a permit in 2002 and complies with the Village's regulations. · 400 N. Russel St. - Covered portico located within the exterior side yard: The existing covered portico was permitted during the existing home's construction in 1968. 601 N. Russel St. - Corner lot with a circular drive way: No evidence of permit for the construction of the existing circular driveway. Driveway is shown on a Plat of Survey submitted for other permit in 1998. Current regulations require conditional use approval for a circular driveway. 400 N. Elm St. - Fence within the exterior side yard: Fence originally approved in 1971 and partial replacement approved in 1998. A portion of the original fence does not meet current regulations and is therefore considered a legal non-conforming structure. 220 N. Eastwood Ave. - Front stoop/patio located within exterior side yard. Existing patio/stoop was approved in 1996 as part ora replacement ofthe home's previous stoop/patio. Village Code permits the replacement of existing driveways, patios and sidewalks provided lot coverage ratios are met. Z-20-02 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting January 23, 2003 Page 2 221 N. Eastwood Ave. - Fence within the exterior side yard: Existing picket fence complies with current zoning regulations and was constructed prior to room addition to the rear of the home. Existing privacy fence shown in picture is also in compliance with the Village's regulations. · 401 N. Wille St. - Fence located within the exterior side yard: Existing fence was approved in 2000 and complies with the Village's zoning regulations. 323 N. Maple St. - Fence located within the exterior side yard: Existing fence received approval in 2003. Upon further review, the permit for the portion of the fence that is not located entirely behind the principal building was issued in error. This is one of several zoning issues that staffwill bring forward for discussion with the Village Board at a Committee of the Whole meeting in September. 120 N Fairview Ave. - Front stoop located within the exterior side yard. Existing sioop allowed as replacement of home's original stoop. 113 N. School St. - Fence located within the exterior side yard: Existing chain link fence was approved in 1960. Fence is a legal non-conforming structure since it does not comply with the Village's current zoning regulations. 300 School St. - Fence located within the exterior side yard. No evidence that a permit for the fence was issued; however, existing fence location appears to comply with the Village's zoning regulations. 201 N. Emerson St. - Fence and brick patio located within the exterior side yard. No evidence that a permit for the fence was issued, however, existing fence appears to comply with the Village's zoning regulations. Existing patio would not meet today's regulations and no evidence of a permit for the patio has been found. Please forward this memorandum to the Village Board for their review and consideration at their August 5 meeting. Staff will be present at the Board meeting to review this matter and anSwer any questions. MEMORY LANE '~ .' K-~ 131 69 · · .~v~Z..~ ,. :'>~-x,~'~ ~' ' ~ " ',. .~.~ ~::~ .: ~X~ ~'~ "'"" /] , 31.~0 0.3 N. .69' ASPHALT ~RIVE · ~ 0.3 ~, ~ASPHALT ON LIN~ ASPHALT 0.~ N FACE 1.0 ~NEW REVZSED yARZANCE AREA ZVOTES; 1.) PATIO AREA HAS BEEN REDUCED SIGNIFICANTLLY BY INCREASING THE SET BACK FROM THE SIDE WALK FROM 3 PEET TO 5 FEET~ AND REDUCING THE LENGHT OF THE PATIO AREA BY 4 FEET. 2.} A 4 FOOT HIGH BR~CK WALL HAS BEEN ADDED AS PART OF THE PATIO. WHICH WILL SEPARATE THE PATIO AREA FROM THE DRIVEWAY TO PREVENT THE PATIO AREA FROf4 BEING UESD AS A PARKING AREA, AND WHICH CAN ONLY BE REMOVED WITH A PERMIT. kad 7/01/03 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIATION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 420 NORTH FAIRVIEW AVENUE Lot WHEREAS, Brian & Julie Prempas (hereinafter referred to as "Petitioners") have filed a petition for a Variation with respect to property located at 420 North Fairview (hereinafter referred to as the "Subject Property") and legally described as follows: 1 Block 5 in Prospect Manor Subdivision of part of the south % of the west ½ of the west ½ of Sec. 34, Township 42 North, Range 11 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook Country, IL. Property Index Number: 03-34-124-012 and WHEREAS, the Petitioners seek a Variation to allow for the construction of a brick paver patio, with a three-foot (3') exterior side yard setback; and WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on the request for a Variation being the subject of PZ-18-03 before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Mount Prospect on th the 26 day of June, 2003, pursuant to pro~er legal notice having been published in the Mount Prospect Journal & Topics on the 11 h day of June, 2003; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has submitted its findings and positive recommendations to the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect; and WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect have given consideration to the request herein and have determined that the same meets the standards of the Village and that the granting of the proposed Variation would be in the best interest of the Village. 420 N. Fairview Avenue Page 2/2 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SECTION ONE: The recitals set forth hereinabove are incorporated as findings of fact by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect. SECTION TWO: The President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect do hereby grant a Variation, as provided in Section 14.203.C.7 of the Village Code, to allow the construction of an brick paver patio, with a three-foot (3') exterior side yard setback subject to landscaping perimeter of patio with three-foot (3') tall bushes in the three-foot (3') setback, as shown on the Site Plan, a copy of which is attached hereto and hereby made a part hereof as Exhibit "A." SECTION THREE: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: PASSED and APPROVED this day of ,2003. ATTEST: Gerald L. Farley Mayor Velma W. Lowe Village Clerk H:\GEN\f~Ies/WIN\ORDiNANC/Variation.420 Fairview selback patio,july 03 doc 49.15~ 25.00 16.07 FAIRVIEW AVE illage of Mount ProspeCt Community Development Department MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: MICHAEL E. JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER WILLIAM J. COONEY JR., DIRECTOR OF COMM~ UNITY D~ AUGUST 14, 2003 SUBJECT: NIAGARA CULTURAL CENTER - UPDATE AND REVISED FLOOR PLAN Attached to this memorandum is revised floor plan that illustrates a modified guest room layout with full bathroom facilities for the Niagara Cultural Center proposed at 501 db Drive. The revised plans provide for 7 guest rooms located on the second floor of the facility. In addition, staff contacted the City of Chicago to determine how they regulate similar facilities like the Union League Club and Chicago Club. City officials indicated that they consider these establishments as full line hotels with associated services (offices, health facilities, restaurants, etc.) and that they must comply with the same codes as any hotel would. Please forward this memorandum and attachments to the Village Board for their review and consideration at their meeting on August 19, 2003. staff will be present at that meeting to further discuss this matter. illage of Mount PrOspect Community Development Department MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: MICHAEL E. JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER WILLIAM J. COONEY JR., DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT JULY 31, 2003 FOLLOW UP INFORMATION FOR NIAGARA CULTURAL CENTER Attached to this memorandum is supplemental information that has been provided by Niagara Educational Services regarding their proposed cultural center at 501 db Drive. Niagara has provided an updated business plan and answers to several questions that were raised at the July 15th Village Board meeting. Please forward this memorandum and attachments to the Village Board for their review and consideration at their meeting on August 5, 2003. Staff will be present at that meeting to further discuss this matter. William J. ~;ooney Jr. i THE BUSINESS PLAN FOR NIAGARA CULTURAL CENTER: NIAGARA CULTURAL CENTER THINK DIFFERENT NIAGARA EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, INC. 2601 North Meade Avenue · CHICAGO ,, ILLINOIS 60639 PHONE: (773) 479-2891 · FAX: (773) 479-2894 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION AArD SUMi~zARF 1.1 Brief Description of the Project 1.2 The Center Developers 1.3 Address 1.4 Population / Membership for Each of the First Three Years 2 NCC AS A COMMUNITY CENTER 2. 1 Operating Hours 3 MANAGEMENT AND STAFF STRUCTURE 3.1 Director 3.2 Administrative Assistant 3.3 Experts From The Community And Educational Institutions 4 FINANCIAL AND CAPITAL PLAN 4.1 Projected Revenues and Expenditures 4.2 Salaries and Benefits 4.3 Initial and Additional Capitalization of the Project 4.4 Financial Records NIAGAP~A CUTURAL CENTER 1 INTRODUCTION AND SUMMARY 1.1 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF 'ritE PROJECT THE NIAGARA CULTURAL CENTER (NCC) is going to be established by Niagara Educational Services, Inc. an Illinois not-for-profit organization. The goal of the Niagara Cultural Center is to provide our members with all the courtesies, comforts, privileges, and services a fine private club can offer. As a Member of The Niagara Cultural Center you can enjoy the highest level of personalized service in an elegant and relax/ng atmosphere. We offer excellent dining facilities, guestrooms a_nd suites, meeting rooms, boardrooms, and catering. The Center offers elegant accommodation with personalized care, attention and hospitality. The Center offers various Member functions to enjoy with family, friends and business associates, including executive forums and holiday events. Business casual dining is available at breakfast and lunch and dinner. Private dining rooms can accommodate parties and business meetings for our Members and their guests. We are committed to: · Improving the health and well being of our members, employees and communities. · Providing our members with except/onE service and facilities. · Demonstrating integrity and professionalism in everything we do. · Encouraging excellence by supporting innovation, initiative, and personal growth. We work as a team, treating everyone with kindness and respect. · Participating actively in improving the quality of life in our community. · Creating welcoming environments and enriching experiences those are safe, friendly and fun. The Center's facility will include followings; A- Conference Center · Meeting Rooms · Training Rooms · Auditorium B- Sport Complex Gymnasium (Adult) Gymnasium (Children) Fitness Room Locker Rooms C- Social Center · Exhibit Hall NIAGARA CUTURAL CENTER · Library Computer Room · Child Care D- Accommodation · Guest Rooms and Suites · Laundry Room · Kitchenette E- Offices F- Dining Facility · Dining Hall · Fully Equipped Commercial Kitchen · Caf~ · Vending Machines SERVICES The center offers the following services to its members and their guests: A-Conference Center The Niagara Cultural Center has private conference rooms and auditorium that may be reserved for business meetings, private luncheons and special events. The rooms are multifunctional and configurable to suit your needs. Our center is happy to arrange for a complete array of specialty audio-visual presentation equipment, Catering services, from our own Cafe, are also being available. Then when the business of the day is finished, treat your colleagues to an invigorating workout. B-Sports Complex Basketball / Volleyball The Niagara Cultural Center gymnasium is a perfect place for those who love basketball or volleyball. The gym is available for recreational open play, competitive leagues, and tournaments. Depending on member interest, other programs may include: league play, women's league, inter-club tournament play and casual pick-up games. The gymnasium is also our venue for the Center's volleyball program which includes open play, league competitions and mixed social nights. Fitness The Niagara Cultural Center is home to the highest caliber of fitness professionals. We cater to every level of fitness enthusiast. So whether you're a novice or an expert, you will enjoy our modern fitness facilities, which are professionally staffed, spacious and safe. NIAGARA CUTURAL CENTER Group Exercise Variety is the hallmark of our Group Exercise Program. Complimentary Group Exercise classes and workouts are offered in studio spaces and are designed to include all fitness levels and modes of cardiovascular, muscular and flexibility conditioning training. C-Dining Facility Our center offers a variety of dining options throughout the day. The Card's menu features healthy cuisines prepared fresh daily, including pasta salads, fruit salad, sandwiches, soups, and daily specials. In the morning, the Cafa opens to serve a variety of breakfast items such as fresh fruit, muffins, blended smoothies and cereal. After breakfast, the Caf~ menu expands to offer soup, salads, sandwiches, specialty pizzas and a large selection of beverages. In addition to our regular menu, we offer a seasonal menu to highlight the best meats and produce local suppliers have to offer. We also provide nutritional analysis on all of our menu items from the delicious, vegetarian, butternut squash risotto to the tangy, tomato Garcia soup. D-Accommodation The Niagara Cultural Center wilt have deluxe guest rooms and a suite, which allow us to offer our members the kind of accommodation they deserve. Our accommodations provide the ambiance, security and extraordinary service of a private club, plus the conveniences of a modern hotel. Each room features: · Voicemall · High speed internet · Coffee maker with complimentary coffee · Hairdryer · Telephone extension in the bathroom · Full length mirror · Bathroom scales · Remote control TV with movie channel · Iron and board · Laundry · Safe E- Social Events From hikes and gallery tours to salsa lessons and the theater, our goal at the Niagara Cultural Center is to offer you an ever-changing assortment of unique and exciting social activities. If your tastes lean to the culinary, you can try a cooking class. Join NIAGARA CUTURAL CENTER our book club or begin a new hobby. No matter where your passions lie, the Niagara Cultural Center offers a social event that's right for you. Library The Niagara Cultural Center library maintains a collection of books including reference materials, books 'on tape and CD, periodicals, and audiotapes and videos on tape (including children's videos) and DVD. We also have access to valuable online research tools and the Internet. Child Care The Play Club at The Niagara Cultural Center is a dynamic, fun, and nurturSng environment that your child will enjoy while you pursue your fitness and relaxation goals. From storytelling and music, to games and free play, there is plenty to engage your child's imagination and stimulate his/her curiosity. In addition to childcare services, The Play Club also hosts an array of special events including Grown Ups Night Out, holiday workshops, birthday parties, and more! The Play Club is available to ali Club members and their guests. 1.2 THE DEVELOPERS Niagara Educational Services Inc. (NES) is developing Niagara Cultural Center. The developers are individuals dedicated to the mission of the Niagara Cultural Center. Niagara Educational Services has great support from its members in greater Chicago area. Community members are involved in all faces of providing financial, educational, and technical support. NES was established in 1997 as a tutoring center at 8604 Catalpa Avenue # 100 Chicago, IL. In 2000 NES opened Science Academy of Chicago, a private elementary school at 2601 North Meade Avenue Chicago, IL 60639. For more information you can visit Science Academy of Chicago at www. saoc.org Board of Directors of Niagara Educational Services Inc. as follows: Alp ASLANDOGAN, Ph.D. - President Ali DALKILIC, MBA - Vice President Galip KOYUK, MS - Secretary Mehmet YORUKOGLU, Ph.D.- Member Suleyman ULUDAG, Ph.D. - Member NIAGARA CUTUP. AL CENTER Said AKSOY - Educational Coordinator Salim UCAN - Principal, Science Academy of Chicago 1.0 ADDRESS Niagara Educational Services, Inc. is located at 2601 N. Meade Avenue Chicago, IL · Niagara Cultural Center will be located at 501 db Drive Mount Prospect, IL Contact Person for NES and NCC is Mr. Er/c Ko3mncu. Phone: (773) 988-3191 Fax Number {773) 479- 2894 Email: Koyuncu~saoc.org 1.4 THE POPULATION / MEMBERSHIP FOR THE FIRST THREE YEARS The Niagara Cultural Center aims to reach the 300 members from all diverse communities. All age, race, ethnicity, gender, education level and religion are welcomed to NCC. Staff number of NCC will be about 7-10 people. Max people in the building in one time would not be more than 250. Average number of people in the building would be around 40-50 for peak hours. We expect %35 attendance from members' guests for our activities. 2 NIAGARA CULTURAL CENTER AS A COMMUNITY CENTER OPERATION HOURS Niagara Cultural Center will be in operation Monday thru Thursday between 6:00 am and I0:00 pm , Friday between 6:00 am to 11:00 pm. Peak hours would be after work and after school hours. NIAGARA CUTURAL CENTER Weekend hours are going to be as follows: Saturday from 8:00 am to 1.1:00 pm. Sunday from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm. Guest Rooms and kitchen/dining room will be available for reservations only. Over staying guests will be allowed to use center's facilities only during regular business hours. After hours guest access to the Center will be monitored by night manager. 3 MANAGEMENT AND STAFF STRUCTURE 3.1 DIRECTOR Qualifications: · minimum of a Bachelor Degree in business administration, or education .minimum of 5 years of administration experience - excellent communication skills · shared vision to Niagara Cultural Center's mission. t~esponsibilities: The Director of Niagara Cultural Center is an integral member of the community The Director must support shared decision mak/ng, promote collaborative leadership and require accountability from all people in the center. In addition to serving as the leader of the center, the Director is responsible for planning, budgeting, facilities management, scheduling staff development, and supervision and evaluation of staff. The Director is responsible for running the center efficiently and, at the same time, advancing the ideals of the center. The Director will establish and maintain regular communication with local public officials. 3.2 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Qualifications: · experience in business management, accounting and records management knowledge and expertise in general accounting and bookkeeping · excellent communication skills Responsibilities: The administrative assistant is responsible for ensuring the office of the center is run in an efficient, friendly and accountable manner. The administrative assistant will receive phone calls and forward calls to the appropriate party as needed. EXPERTS FROM THE COMMUNITY AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS The Niagara Cultural Center will enlist professionals, experts and specialists such as psychologists, university professors, tutors, related service professionals on a fee per visit basis as needed for conferences, workshops, training and tutoring. NIAGARA CUTURAL CENTER 4 FINANCIAL AND CAPITAL PLAN PROJECTED REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES Capitalization of the Project Start up fund will be provided by Niagara Educational Services, Inc. and donations from local donors. NES has a not-for-profit 501 (c) (3) tax exempt status. It encourages people and companies to make donations to NCC. NES/NCC can use other local, state and federal sources Operating budget lists revenues by source such as donation, state and federal grants, earned income, loan etc. Expenditures are shown by object such as salar4es, benefits, books, rent, utilities, etc. As circumstances change and when the actual figures become available, Finance sub-committee and the Director are going to prepare a report for the Board of Trustee of NES. The report will help us to reconcile and explain the difference between the p~_anned budget and revenue and expenses. 4',.2 SALARIES AND BENEFITS The salary scale tbr the hiring process will be developed by the Board. The initial est/mates of the salaries are as follows: Position Director Administrative Assistant/Night Manager Part-time Teacher/Tutor/Coach/Cook Part-time Custodian / Handy man/Waiter Salary $30,000- $40,000/Annual $20,000- $30,000/Annual $10- $17 per hour $6-$14 per hour Employee benefits will include Social Security unemployment compensation, and other benefits required by law or regulation. NCC intends to include individual health care coverage as part of the benefits package for full-t/me employees. INITIAL CAPITALIZATION OF THE CENTER PROJECT Estimated start up expenses will be around $1,050,000 ( $800,000 for construction, $250,000 for equipments). We expect to start construction in mid October 2003. After completion of construction, NES will hire the director of the center. He/she will make the center ready for its goal. N.tAGAP~, CUTURAL CENTER 4.4 Financial Records Finance Sub-Committee* supervises all the activities and prepares monthly and annual reports to The Board of Directors Niagara Cultural Center will hire an Administration Assistant who is going to be responsible for internal book keeping and all financial records. NCC will have a contract with a public account company to have outside annual audit. *For disposition of equipment, mater/a/s, supplies, faciJities and an inventory system to maintain all the fixed assets in fl~e center, there will be a sub-committee composed of one person from board of directors, one person from the ceuter administration, one person from staff and two or three people from members. The committee will be responsible to plm mater/al purchases and maintenance expenses. NIAGARA CUTURAL CENTER NIAGARA CULTURAL CENTER Our dues structure ADMISSION FEES & DUES Admission Fee Monthly Dues Single $200 $100 Family $300 $130 Family Athletic Option- The Family Athletic Option is available for the member's spouse and children under 21 years old, who reside in family household. No Cash payments- Members are required to legibly sign their membership number to each chit. Tips may either be written in on service chits or may be left blank, xvhich will default to a 20% gratuity. Ali banquets checks automatically calculate a 20% gratuity. A Better explanation as to guest rooms; why they are being used, who will be using them, and what fee, if any, will be charged. People who will be staying at NCC's guest rooms as follow; I- The members and their guests for their family and business occasions. 2- NCC, being like an athletic Club, will get connected to the "Reciprocal Clubs Network"--- The Union League of Philadelphia both national and international. So the NCC will be proud to offer members reciprocity at more than 200 private clubs around the world. This means you can find many of the comforts and amenities you enjoy at the NCC while traveling in the U.S 3-National & International festivals will be held at NCC. Performers in various forms of art such as group of choreographers, performers and actors will stage. We would like to take advantage of being so close to a hotel for more performers who we can not accommodate. 4-Our members who participate in the business world will stay at NCC and conduct their overnight seminars, training and workshops. 5-USA Trade Connections, a part of NES, has been co-organizing an internationaI business matchmaking program with WTCC (World Trade Center, Chicago). NCC will provide space for the participants of this annual business program which average number 6-NCC will be home to 2-3 days mini youth camps as part of"Young Leaders" such as chess, computer, math, science skills. Member corporate rate for the guest room starts at $50 (which is about $40 less than hotels with comparable amenities.) Member's Guest corporate for the guest room rate starts at $70. A more accurate hours of operation schedule, so as to eliminate the need to go back before the board to change the same. OPERATING HOURS FOR NCC Monday-Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM Question 5-What taxes will be charged for services rendered at the location. We will charge tax for all the services rendered by NCC, such as guest room accommodation fee, food service fee, book sales, ticket sales etc. (NES is a not-for-profit with 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt status / Employer Identification Number: 36-4153559) Who is Niagara? The Niagara Educational Services (NES) is a Chicago based not-for profit organization that was founded in I997 as a tutoring center, sports and recreational activities center, as well as summer & winter camps organizer for both kids and adults. Furthermore; 1- NES founded "Science Academy of Chicago" (SAC) in 2000 as a K thru 8 co- educational private college prep school in Chicago. Since then SAC has been succeeding in many areas especially science and math related activities. For more information please visit our world wide web at www.saoc.org 2- NrES founded "USA Trade Connections" in 2002 to provide service to both American and Turkish Businessmen in order to set up bilateral trade connections. For more information please visit our world wide web at www.usa-tc.com. 3- NES is about to establish the "Niagara Cultural Center" (NCC) that will have cross- cultural, educational, athletics~ and indoor & outdoor social based activities. What is their business goal and how are they going to serve Mt Prospect by having the board allow them to open in Mt Prospect? The business goat of NCC is to improve the health and well being of both members and local neighbors through cross-cultural, educational, athIetics-fitness programs, and indoor & outdoor based activities. Niagara Cultural Center will serve the local community as folIows; 1- Our business matchmaking programs have two major benefits to the Mt. Prospect Community. First, international businessmen will invest in Mt. Prospect and create jobs. Secondly, US based businesses will find new customers overseas and increase sales. 2- Founders ofN'ES wiIl use their educational background to design all activities effectively considering educational aspect of them. Such as baby sitting when people are working out is not just a baby sitting anymore in NCC, they will learn too. 3- People of Mt. Prospect will benefit from our conferences which will be organized according to their needs and interests. 4- NCC will have a significant contribution to Mt. Prospect community by emphasizing on the diversity value, providing cultural dance, cooking, music classes and activities. Addition to that NCC will offer variety of cross cultural international trips as well as cultural festivals and shows. This will set the base of an environment in which members and Mt. Prospect community will get involved and exchange ideas conveniently. 5- Currently, Mt. Prospect does not have an athletic/cultural center. NCC will meet the needs of Mt prospect Community. 6- NCC, will be able to offer flexible customized services to small ~ groups for their special needs, such as weddings, meetings and social activities. 7- NCC's dining program will offer variety of special food nights for local people. These events will help people to taste different foods from al! around the world. ',.4 The Union League has reciprocal agreements with many of the finest private clubs in the world. This provides League members with the opportunity to enjoy exceptional accommodations and quiet exclusivity even when they are out of town. Click the links below for alphabetical (by city) lists of these clubs. If you are a League member and would tike to visit one of these clubs, please call Marie Gallagher for a letter of introduction at 215- 587-5574, or email g~.![.a.g_h.~_r_m...~..u..n..io...n.I..e..a.g~_.e_._9_r.g Please have your member number and the dates of your visit available when you contact her, and allow one week for ~rocessing [;niled States --A~- i:..C..g:i:-C-O CT iB~"!"~i~"~:~'!'h'i"!"li~' i"i~":i'~ :~'i~X ~"l~'~':~:'l~l'~"i::~'A' :.~i"i'~' Australia Canada China iColombia :: ..E...n..gJ..a...n...d. 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Reciprocal Clubs Page I of I Using reciprocal clubs is easy and opens a worldwide network of over 160 clubs offering dining, overnight accommodations and/or athletic facilities for members of The Racquet Club of Philadelphia and their spouses. Facilities and procedures differ from club to club. In most cases, your current Racquet Club membership card will serve as a letter of introduction, but in some cases it may be necessary to obtain a letter of introduction from the Club Secretary. Billing procedures vary from club to club. Some require payment upon departure, while others will bill . the The Racquet Club of Philadelphia directly for transfer to your monthly statement. Such reciprocal charges are subject to a 5% surcharge. However, due to currency exchange requirements, it is necessary for Racquet Club members to settle any charges upon departure at any club outside the United States. For reservations, please contact the reciprocal club directly. For questions, contact the Membership office. (215) 772-1558 United States Reciprocal Club Listing ,~ Rules International Club .................. ]~ ISelect ...................... a I,nk:'"'"'::::"~ [ Home ] [ History ] [ Dining ] [ Banquets ] [ Athletics ] [ Events ] [ Membership ] [ Reciprocal Clubs ] http://www.rcop.com/body_reciprocal_clubs.html 7/30/2003 , Accommodation Page 1 of 2 Introduction The Club Dining Banqueting Accommodation Function Facilities Specia! Events Reciprocal Clubs Membership Carlton Club Collection Contact the Club Home Page Ce dten Club 69 St James's Street London SW1A 1 PJ Telephone: 020 7493 1164 Facsimile: 020 7495 4090 Accommodation For those wishing to stay at the Club there are twenty four bedrooms, comprising two superior double rooms, five double rooms, four t'Mn rooms and thirteen single rooms, all with ensuite facilities. All rooms are equipped with cable television, trouser press, radio, direct dlai telephone and safe. There is also a hospitality tray provided se that guests may enjoy tea or coffee at any time, Rooms mu~t be vacated by midday on the day of departure and accounts for accommodation are payable at the Hall Porters desk. Reservations are dealt with by the Head Porter. Bedrooms may not be reserved at any one time for more than seven nights whether consecutive or not. Unless notice of cancellation is received by noon three working days before the date of arrival a Member may be required to pay for the bedroom for the full period of the reservation, Members and Lady Associate Members may reserve accommodation on behalf of family and friends as well as for themselves. Bedroom Rates For Reciprocal Members Sunday to Thursday nights Standard Single with bath er shower £10000 Standard Twin/Double with bath £165.00 Superior Double w~th bath and shower £225.00 Friday and Saturday nights http://www.carl ton club.co.uk/accom m odati on. htm 7/30/2003 Accommodation Page 2 of 2 Standard Twin/Double with bath Superior Double with bath and shower £ 88.00 £141.00 £201.00 The price from Sunday to Thursday nights includes a full English Breakfast in the Wetlington Room on the first floor.On Friday and Saturday nights a light breakfast is included, which is served in the bedrooms. All prices are inclusive of VAT Bedroom Rates For Members Sunday to Thursday nights Standard Single with bath or shower Standard TwinlDouble with bath Superior Double with bath and shower £ 80.00 £130.00 £175.00 Friday and Saturday nights Standard Singte with bath or shower Standard Twin/Double with bath Superior Double with bath and shower £ 69.00 £108.00 £153.00 The price from Sunday to Thursday nights includes a full English Breakfast in the Wellington Room on the first floor. On Friday and Saturday nights a light breakfast is included, which is served in the bedrooms. All pdces are inclusive of VAT There is a 3% surcharge if payment is made by credit card. This includes Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club and American Express. January 2003 E.IVlail Reservations Fax: - 020 7495 4090 http ://www.carltonclub.co.uk/accomm odati on. htm 7/.~0/200.~ VIDR L D T R.A D E June 18, 2003 Niagara Edacational Services 2601 North Meade Avenue Chicago, IL 60639 Dear Executives of Niagara Educational Services, I would like to congratulate you tbr your recent endeavor to establish "The Niagara .Cultural Center" in Mount Prospect area. Our mission as a World Trade Center is to promote international trade between Chicago and other countries. Understanding other cultures, their differences arid similarities, is a prerequisite of successful business and trade relations. Your commitment to serve Turkish-American and Turkish communities in the greater Chicago area, particularly in Mount Prospect where a relatively large Turkish-American community resides is highly appreciated, it is clear that there is need for such a center and I extend my best wishes for your success. We at the World Trade Center Chicago are pleased with our successful cooperation with Niagara Educational Services, as a WTCC member and a friend.. We look forward to working together in the furore. If we can be of assistance in the establishment of the Cultural Center, please do not hesitate to contact me at any time. Yours Sincerely, Arab. Allan N. Lever, President World Trade Center Chicago The Merchandise Mart, Saite 1540 ' Cl~icago, Illinois 60654 U.S.A. Telephone: 3 ! 2/467-0550 · 312i467-0{i 15 VWL 6/30/03 bc 8/15/03 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 501 db DRIVE WHEREAS, Tanner Ertekin/Niagara Educational Services, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as Petitioner) has filed a petition for a Conditional Use permit with respect to property located at 501 db Drive, (hereinafter referred to as the Subject Property) and legally described as follows: Property Index Number: 08-23-402-010 Lot 1 in Vavrus Subdivision, being a resubdivision of part of Lot 2 in Northway Investment Subdivision of part of the southeast 1/, of the southeast ¼ of Sec. 23, Township 41 North, Range 11, east of the 3rd Principal Meridian, according to the plat thereof registered in the Office of the Registrar of Titles of Cook County, IL on December 18, 1980 as Doc. No. LR3194655. and WHEREAS, the Petitioner seeks a Conditional Use permit to operate a community center at 501 db Drive; and WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on the request for Conditional Use permit being the subject of PZ-16-03before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Village of Mount Prospect on the 26th day of June, 2003, pursuant to proper legal notice having been published in the Mount Prospect Journal & Topics on the June 11,2003; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has submitted its findings and recommendations to the President and Board of Trustees in support of the request being the subject of PZ-16-03; and WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect have given consideration to the request herein and have determined that the same meets the standards of the Village and that the granting of the proposed Conditional Use permit would be in the best interest of the Village. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SECTION ONE: The recitals set forth hereinabove are incorporated as findings of fact bythe President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect. SECTION TWO: The President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect do hereby grant a Conditional Use permit, as provided in Section 14.203.F.7 of the Village Code, to allow the operation of a community center at 501 db Drive, as shown on the Site Plan, a copy of which is attached hereto and hereby made a part hereof as Exhibit "A." PZ~16-03,501 db Drive Page 2/2 SECTION THREE: That Prior to the issuance of a building permit relative to the Conditional Use permit, the following conditions and/or written documentation shall be fulfilled: The hours of operation for the use shall be limited to 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. on Sundays. Events and activities shall not deviate from those listed in the Petitioner's application: a. Cultural, educational, and sport programs; b. Wedding receptions; c. Community meetings. The site will be developed in accordance with the landscape plan and elevations prepared by Kostak Associates, P.C., dated October 30, 2002, revised to reflect additional landscaping as required by Article 23 of the Village's Zoning Ordinance and floor plan dated August 12, 2003. The development shall meet all Development, Fire, Building, and Village Codes and regulations. SECTION FOUR: That the Village Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to record a certified copy of this Ordinance with the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County. SECTION FIVE: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effeCt from and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: PASSED and APPROVED this day of ,2003. ATTEST: Gerald L. Farley, Village President Velma W. Lowe, Village clerk H:\GEN\files\W~N\ORDINANC\C.USE,PZ16-03. 501 dbDrive,cornmu~ity ctr doc illage of Mount Prospect Mount Prospect, Illinois INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: MAYOR GERALD L. FARLEY AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES VILLAGE MANAGER AUGUST 15, 2003 PRESIDENT PRO TEM ORDINANCE Attached please find a redrafted Mayor Pro Tem Ordinance based on Village Board discussion at its August 5, 2003 meeting. The following changes haVe been made: · Specific circumstances have been identified under which the designated President Pro Tem would act in the absence of the Mayor. · Removal of the designated President Pro Tem can now be accomplished by the affirmative vote of four Board members rather than four Trustees. Since the Mayor and Board of Trustees appoint the Mayor Pro Tem, to be consistent, the same group should have the power to remove him/her. · Should there be a permanent vacancy in the office of Village President, the Village Board has the discretion to either appoint the designated Mayor Pro Tem as the permanent replacement o_[r they may appoint a new Acting Village President to fill the vacancy. The previous draft provided that the designated President Pro Tem automatically became the Acting Village President. A question was raised as to why the designated President Pro Tem would be chosen at the first meeting in March but not take their position until their first meeting in May. The reason for the March selection date is that it is in advance of possible municipal elections, which usually take place in April. If the vote were delayed until April, then it is conceivable that one or more "lame duck" Board members would be voting on the position. It was also suggested that the designation of the President Pro Tem be delayed until after May 1, once the "new" Village Board was seated and qualified. While this is possible, it would contradict language in the Ordinance that prohibits the term of the Mayor Pro Tem from lasting longer than the term of the Mayor. The Mayor Pro Tem designated in the final year of each Mayor's term could end in less than twelve (12) months if the sitting Mayor chooses not to run or is defeated. This particular point can be further discussed at the August 19 meeting. If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me. ME J/fcc M C~~~NIS ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SECTION 1: Section 1.104 entitled "President Pro Tern" of Chapter 1 of the Mount Prospect Village Code shall be deleted in its entirety and a new Section 1.104, entitled "Designated President Pro Tem" shall be added to Chapter I of the Mount Prospect Village Code which shall be and read as follows: Sec. 1.104. Designated President Pro Tern. A. Creation of Office: Powers and Duties: There shall be in the Village an office known as Designated President Pro Tem. The person appointed to such office shall be authorized to perform all functions and duties the Village President is empowered to perform, but only under the following circumstances: (1) The Village President has absented himself or herself from the Village and has notified the Manager's office of such absence; or (2) The Village President is under a temporary disability, which has been acknowledged in writing, preventing the President from performing his or her duties; or (3) When immediate action is required of the Village President and good faith attempts to locate him or her have been unsuccessful within the time in which the action is required. If any of the circumstances described in (1), (2) or (3) above are found to exist as to both the Village President and the Designated president Pro Tem, the Board of Trustees shall elect one of its members to act as President Pro Tem, who during the absence or disability of the President and the Board of Trustees shall perform the duties. B. Qualifications. No person shall be appointed to the office of the Designated President Pro Tem unless he or she is a duly elected or appointed trustee of the Village of Mount Prospect. C. Appointment. The Designated President Pro Tem shall be appointed by a majority vote of the President and Board of Trustees voting jointly. D. Term of Office. The initial term of office of the Designated Pro Tem shall commence on the day of appointment and terminate April 30 of 2004. Thereafter, the Designated President Pro Tern shall be elected at the first regular meeting in March, take office on May 1 and serve until April 30 of the following year, unless the office is vacated by removal. The Designated President Pro Tem may be removed at any time by the affirmative vote of four (4) Board members. E. Acting Village President, Vacancy. If a vacancy occurs in the office of Village President, the Designated President Pro Tem, may, in the sole discretion of the trustees, serve as Acting Village President until such time as a successor to fill the yacancy has been duly elected and has qualified; or the trustees may appoint a new Acting Village President at any time during the vacancy. F. Bond; Oath. The Bond and Oath shall be the same as that required for the Village President. SECTION 2: Section 8.701 "Succession in the Event of Emergency" of Article VII entitled "Succession of Officers" of Chapter 8 shall be amended as follows: 8.701: SUCCESSION IN THE EVENT OF EMERGENCY: If during an emergency or natural disaster, the Village Manager dies or is rendered incapable, by absence or otherwise, of performing the duties of the office, the office shall be filled without the necessity of action of the Board of Trustees in the following order of preference until such time as a successor is named and takes office in the manner provided by law: The coordinator of the Mount Prospect Department of Emergency Services and Disaster; then 2. Assistant Village Manager; then 3. Chief of Police; then 4. Director of Finance. If during an emergency or natural disaster, the Village President dies or is rendered incapable, by absence or otherwise, of performing the duties of the office, the office shall be filled without the necessity of action by the Board of Trustees in the following order of preference until such time as a successor is named and takes office in the manner provided by law. 1. The Designated President Pro Tem; then 2. The remaining members of the Board of Trustees in order of seniority as determined by the most current continuous months of service and if two (2) or more are of the same seniority, the order of succession shall be determined by alphabetical order until the position has been filled. If neither the Village President nor the Designated President Pro Tem is able to serve, then at the earliest possible time a quorum of the Board of Trustees is able to meet, that Board shall, by a majority vote, appoint one of its members to fulfill the duties of the Village President until the Village President or Designated President Pro Tem is once again able to fulfill those duties or until such time as a successor is named and takes office in the manner provided by law. SECTION 3: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law. AYES: NAYS: ABSENT: PASSED and APPROVED this __ day of ,2003. ATTEST: Gerald L. Farley, Village President Velma Lowe, Village Clerk