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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/10/2012 CWC MinutesMINUTES VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT COFFEE WITH COUNCIL SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2012 Community Center 1 st Floor Village Hall The meeting convened at 9:02 a.m. with Mayor Wilks, Trustee Polit Trustee Juracek, Trustee Hoefert and Trustee Matuszak present. Assistant Village Manager Strahl and Police Chief Semkiu represented staff. Residents in Attendance Barbara VanArsdale John Elenberger Louis Goodman Jerry Boldt Walter Szymczak Jim Chylik Carol Tortorello Louis Bowers Max Romanowicz Tom Tezky Skip Farley Can -Dota Avenue S. Redwood Drive N. School Street N. School Street N. Eastwood Locust Street S. Elmhurst Avenue Boxwood Drive Ardyce Lane N. School Street N. Emerson Street Mayor Wilks asked to address an issue from the previous meeting about an abandoned car parked at 1105 Cottonwood. Chief Semkiu addressed the resolution to this issue and explained the process the Police Department is required to follow prior to towing an abandoned car pursuant to village ordinance and state statute. This was followed by a brief discussion on what happens to the car if the owner does not claim it. Mayor Wilks also announced David Schein who usually attends could not be here, as he is on the east coast working with FEMA. Barbara VanArsdale, Can -Dota Avenue Ms. VanArsdale had a question regarding the golf course possibly closing for a year and if it is true, why they are closing. Trustee Polit responded that the golf course is closing half of the course for one year and the other half of the course the next year to install an irrigation system and reconfigure the topography of the area in order to store water, which would be more cost effective. Mayor Wilks also mentioned that Ms. VanArsdale was on the Sister City Commission and commented on their most recent fundraiser. John Elenberger, S. Redwood Drive Mr. Elenberger recognized the Lions Club for the Farmers Market and added he had attended with friends from Iowa and they were very impressed. Mr. Elenberger also asked if after leaf pickup Tuesday, the bags of leaves would be picked up with the regular trash. Trustee Hoefert responded yes and the bags do not need stickers. Finally, Mr. Elenberger asked if the SUV's are replacing squads and Chief Semkiu responded yes. Coffee with Council Minutes Page I of 3 11/10/2013w Louis Goodman, N. School Street Mr. Goodman inquired about the car the Police Department recently obtained pursuant to a narcotics investigation, as he heard it was Jaguar and very expensive. Chief Semkiu identified the vehicle as a Jaguar, but of minimal value. It is being submitted to the State's Attorney's Office for seizure process and then turned over to the State Police to be auctioned. A portion of the auction proceeds would be forwarded to the Village. Jerry Boldt, N. School Street Mr. Boldt opened with it is a special day, as the former Mayor, present Mayor and hopefully, the future Mayor were present, referring to Mayor Wilks, former Mayor Farley and Trustee Juracek who is running for Mayor. Mr. Boldt also wanted to thank the Village for disposing of the political signs quickly and asked if there was any way to have the "Gutter Cleaning" signs taken down, as they are everywhere. Trustee Polit suggested contacti the co m p any to remove them. � t °. m' � yM anager, 99 9 P Y � w �to� tyo t,�,.�tst�st t�ttoo . (:ootactod the company idn(t the meeting and the toid � the wooed be of °� oving e sty es. Mr. Boldt also had issues with the results of the resurfacing on Busse Road, as it was messy and did not provide a smooth surface. Mayor Wilks explained that county is responsible for doing the work and sometimes uses another company for patchwork and Jeff Wulbecker, the Village Engineer, has been in contact with the county regarding this issue and a number of other issues. If they would like, they may call Cook County Commissioner Timothy Schneider or Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle regarding this issue. Walter Szvmczak, N. Eastwood Mr. Szymczak had nothing to discuss. Jim Chvlik, Locust Lane Mr. Chylik is very concerned about the first telephone pole south of Palm on Lavergn, which has a support anchor sticking out of the ground. He believes if it is not taken care of, the pole could fall and cause a power outage. He contacted Commonwealth Edison, only to be told he should call back in November and this led to a brief discussion. During t'hts discussion, Mr Strahl placed 41 telephone call to Commonwealth &fison and left a message. Carol Tortorello, S. Elmhurst Avenue Carol Tortorello had no issue to discuss. Louis Bowers, Boxwood Drive Mr. Bowers asked the Mayor if she will continue on with the council after leaving office. Mayor Wilks responded she will stay active and involved in the community as much as possible. Mr. Bowers asked for an explanation on the article in the Fall Newsletter on "Homes for a Changing Region." Mayor Wilks explained this is a collaboration of CMAP with other groups working to study long term housing needs for the local communities. Trustee Juracek pointed out the growing population and diverse salaries will create a need for different housing. She also noted studies continue to be done and additional information will be out in another booklet. Mr. Bowers asked how long the Village's alternative electric contract is in place, as he would like to switch once his renewal comes up. Mr. Strahl said two years and Trustee Juracek advised him he must sign up within 2 months in order to be on the program. Max Romanowicz, Ardvice Lane Mr. Romanowicz had nothing to discuss. Tom Tezkv, N. School Street Mr. Tezky expressed his appreciation for everyone's friendship at Coffee with Council and hopes it will continue. He shared a birthday card he will forward to Chief Semkiu to send to Retired Police Chief John Dahlberg. Coffee with Council Minutes Page 2 of 3 11/10/2012 Skip Farley, N. Emerson Street Mr. Farley attended to inquire about Illinois Technical Institute (ITT) leaving Mount Prospect. Mr. Strahl said ITT was looking for a larger facility. Mayor Wilks announced the tree lighting ceremony will be held the day before Thanksgiving and invited everyone to attend. With no further business, Mayor Wilks adjourned the meeting at 9:55 a.m. Respectfully submitted, µ Chief Michael Semkiu Coffee with Council Minutes Page 3 of 3 11/10/2012