HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/19/2013 VB MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
March 19, 2013
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Wilks called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Irvana Wilks
Trustee Paul Hoefert
Trustee Arlene Juracek
Trustee John Korn
Trustee John Matuszak
Trustee Steven Polit
Trustee Michael Zadel
PLEDGE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Trustee Matuszak led the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION
INVOCATION
Trustee Juracek gave the Invocation.
MINUTES MINUTES
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Korn, moved to approve the minutes of the regular Village
Board meeting held February 19, 2013.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
FINANCIAL REPORT MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT AND APPROVE BILLS
& APPROVE BILLS Mayor Wilks stated the next item on the agenda, "FINANCIAL REPORT AND APPROVE BILLS"
was noted by an asterisk and unless there was a request to remove an item(s), all items further
listed in that manner would be considered with one (1) vote as business item "IX. CONSENT
AGENDA."
MAYOR'S REPORT MAYOR'S REPORT
APPOINTMENTS
APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Wilks presented the following reappointments for Village Board approval:
Police Pension Board
Reappointment:
Dennis Saviano
Dave Erb, Finance Director
Term expires July 2014
Term expires November 2014
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to approve the appointments as listed
above:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
CITIZENS TO BE COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS — CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
HEARD Mr. Robert Kowalek
700 South Can Dota
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Mr. Kowalek addressed the Village Board regarding his previous appearance at the February
19,2013 Village Board meeting; he believes an excessive amount of snow is left on the apron of
his drive-way during Public Works snow removal operations. He stated when he left the
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February 19 meeting he felt there was no support from the Village Board for his request, but
upon his review of the meeting he thinks the Village Board did agree with him; there are
problems with the snow plowing operations.
Village Manager Janonis stated there would be no further discussion of his specific concern;
however, at the direction of the Village Board the overall policy/procedures of the Village’s
snow/ice removal operations could be discussed as a Committee of the Whole Meeting agenda
item.
Trustee Hoefert stated the Village does understand and feels for all residents who get the snow
in their drive; it happens to everyone. But if the Village removed the snow from his drive-way
apron the same removal would need to be done for all residents; a cost prohibitive practice.
Trustee Hoefert stated he received comments from other residents who appreciated Mr.
Kowalek’s concern but did not see it as an issue the Village should be solving. Trustee Hoefert
stated as a single issue this would not warrant further discussion, but it may fall under a broader
discussion of Public Works snow/ice removal operations if brought for review at a Committee of
the Whole meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
FINANCIAL REPORT Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved to approve the following business items:
& APPROVE BILLS 1. Monthly Financial Report February 2013
2. Bills dated February 14 – February 27, 2013
ORD 6058 3. Bills dated February 28 – March 13, 2013
4. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 15 (SUBDIVISION, DEVELOPMENT,
RES 03-13 AND SITE IMPROVEMENT PROCEDURES)
5. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP
FURNITURE, VBA OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
10-13 6. Motion to accept U. S. Communities Government Alliance Joint Purchasing Contract
Price for the purchase of replacement office furniture for the Engineering Division of
WATER METER, Public Works in an amount not to exceed $60,016.89.
VBA 11-13 7. Motion to accept bid for water meter contract in an amount not to exceed $57,425.
8. Motion to accept bid for the 2013 concrete restoration contract in an amount not to
CONCRETE exceed $45,235.
RESTORATION,9. Motion to accept bid for EAB insecticide application in an amount not to exceed
VBA 12-13 $36,000.
EAB TREATMENT, Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
VBA 13-13 Nays: None
Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
OLD BUSINESS
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A. 1 reading of an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 5841 Granting Variations and a
Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development for Property Located at 1-17 South
NEW BUSINESS Emerson Street (Founders Row), to Approve an Extension of the Effective date of the
Conditional Use Permit for the Founders Row Planned Unit Development.
FOUNDERS ROW,
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1-17 SOUTH Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1) reading an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 5841
EMERSON STREET granting variations and a Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development for property
located at 1-17 South Emerson Street (Founders Row), to approve an extension of the effective
date of the Conditional Use Permit for the Founders Row Planned Unit Development.
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Community Development Director Bill Cooney presented background information stating the
Petitioner, Compass Real Estate Services, LLC is requesting and extension of the zoning
approvals granted by the Village Board in 2005 for the Planned Unit Development known as
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Founders Row; Norwood Builders. The first (1) of the two (2) building development has been
constructed and consists of two (2) occupied units. The Petitioner is currently remodeling the
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remaining five (5) units in the first (1) building for occupancy. To complete the project,
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construction of the second (2) building and related improvements per the original PUD plans,
the Petitioner is seeking approval to renew the zoning requests. Staff recommend approval of
an Amendment to Ordinance #5481 to extend the Conditional Use for a PUD and Variations
granted until December 31, 2014.
Mr. Cooney stated the Petitioner, Mr. Igor Davydov, was in attendance to provide additional
information and respond to questions.
Mr. Igor Davydov, President
Compass Real Estate Services LLC
Glenview
In response to questions from the Village Board Mr. Davydov provided the following:
Phase 1 is all sold out; model will not be sold until entire project complete.
Units sold faster than expected; units will be owner occupied.
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Build out of second (2) building will be same as the first (1) building. Same type of material
used – no visual difference.
Units 4200-4500 square feet; do not include elevators but could easily accommodate.
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Confident will be able to sell units in second (2) building; units approximately $20,000-$30,000
higher.
Sufficient finances to complete project.
Parking only obstacle to selling units. (Mr. Cooney stated the garages are designed to
accommodate lifts for additional parking; overnight parking in Village parking garage
available per terms of agreements with downtown residential developments.)
Village Board Comments
Completion of project; excellent for downtown area.
Village recipient of good fortune; Randhurst Village, Founders Row.
Village Board patient approach to project; market recalibrated with more favorable construction
costs allowed petitioner to step in at right time to complete important downtown project.
Project affected by economy – not location/structure. Appreciate petitioner investing in Mount
Prospect; demonstrates that people want to live in Mount Prospect.
Development great housing value and location.
In response to Mr. Davydov’s question regarding the single family homes to the south, Mr.
Cooney stated at one (1) time the potential long-term plans were for a park but any plans would
need Village Board approval.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Korn, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2)
readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6056:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5841 GRANTING VARIATIONS AND A
ORD 6056 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 1-17 SOUTH EMERSON STREET (FOUNDERS ROW), TO APPROVE AN
EXTENSION OF THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE
FOUNDERS ROW PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT
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Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried
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AMEND CHAPTER B. 1 reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 18 (Traffic) of the Village Code of
18 (TRAFFIC) Mount Prospect
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Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1) reading an ordinance amending Chapter 18 (Traffic) of the
Village Code of Mount Prospect. This ordinance amends Section 18.2006 of the Village Code;
to prohibit parking at all times along the north side of Grove Drive.
Public Works Project Engineer Mr. Matt Lawrie presented background information and the
recommendation of the Transportation Safety Commission and Engineering staff.
Mr. Lawrie stated Grove Drive is a local residential street located south of Golf Road and West of
Busse Road; primarily serving the abutting multi-family housing complexes. While a majority of
Grove drive is a Village-standard 31’ wide, the western end of Grove Drive tapers to only 21’
wide; on-street parking along the tapered area makes it difficult to access the multi-family
complexes. In addition, it may also be difficult for emergency vehicles to access the multi-family
housing complexes when vehicles are parked along he tapered portion of the street.
The Engineering Division conducted a traffic study which included surveys sent to nearby
properties soliciting their input. The on-site study confirmed the on-street parking conditions
described by the concerned parties. The survey response including one from a management
company indicated no objections to the parking prohibition along the north side of Grove Drive
for the westernmost 200’ of the street. This issue was presented for consideration at the
February 11, 2013 Transportation Safety Commission meeting. By a vote of 7-0 the
Transportation Safety Commission recommended the Village Board approve an amendment to
the Village Code to prohibit parking at all times along the north side of Grove Drive for the
westernmost 200’ of the street.
In response to Trustee Juracek’s question regarding parking, Mr. Lawrie stated the change
would not result in any loss of parking in the adjacent parking lot.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Matuszak, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2)
readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6057:
ORD 6057 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18 (TRAFFIC) OF THE VILLAGE CODE
OF MOUNT PROSPECT
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried
C. An Ordinance Amending Chapter 15 (Subdivision, Development and Site Improvement
Procedures)
Approved under the Consent Agenda: ORD 6058
BUDGET
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AMENDMENT #1, D. 1 reading of an Ordinance Making Certain Amendments to the Annual Village Budget
2013 BUDGET Adopted for the Fiscal Year Commencing January 1, 2013 and Ending December 31, 2013.
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Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1) reading an Ordinance Making Certain Amendments to the
Annual Village Budget Adopted for the Fiscal Year Commencing January 1, 2013 and Ending
December 31, 2013.
Finance Director Dave Erb presented the proposed amendment stating the ordinance provides
for the first (1st) amendment to the 2013 budget. In total the proposed amendment increases the
Village budget for revenues by $170,206 and expenditures by just $5,870,302.
The amount of carryover budget items in the General Fund are limited. Amendments in other
funds are primarily for expenditures related to capital projects for building and infrastructure
improvements, water and sewer system improvements and grant programs. The budget for
CDBG revenues was increased $170,206 to cover various block grant programs. There were
several notable adjustments made to expenditure accounts. Bonds totaling $2.5 million were
issued in December 2012 to fund various flood control projects identified in the Comprehensive
Flood Study. Projects to be completed using bond proceeds include work on Hatlen Heights
storm and sanitary sewer system, Lonnquist combined and sanitary sewer system and Lawrence
Lane and Golfview Estates stormwater improvements. As no budget was initially established for
these items, accounts will be created and funded to move forward with the projects. Water
projects being carried over include the automatic meter reading devices; $965,000 and $277,000
for lift station improvements. Other projects carried over into 2013 included police squad
conversions, Public Works vehicle purchases, Public Works and Public Safety building roof and
HVAC repairs.
Staff recommend the Village Board adopt the proposed ordinance amending the 2013 annual
budget.
Village Board Comments:
Carryover of funds is a timing issue- incomplete/on-going projects budgeted in prior year.
Budget amendment does not increase the 2013 budget.
Standard practice of municipal government to amend new budget for carryover of funds for
projects approved in the previous budget year.
Excellent rate for flooding project; prudent to approve money when financial rates are good –
even though project would not start until 2013.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Hoefert, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2)
readings of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6059:
AN ORDINANCE MAKING CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO THE ANNUAL VILLAGE
ORD 6059 BUDGET ADOPTED FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 2013 AND
ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2013
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
E. A Resolution Authorizing Approval of the Official Zoning Map of the Village of Mount
Prospect.
Approved under the Consent Agenda; RES 03-13
MANAGER’S VILLAGE MANAGER’S REPORT
REPORTA. Motion to accept bid for the 2013 Street Resurfacing Program in an amount not to exceed
$2,489,304.15
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2013 STREET Village Engineer Mr. Jeff Wulbecker presented background information and staff
RESURFACING, recommendation. He stated the goal of the Village’s Street Resurfacing Program is to maintain
VBA 14-13 an average 20-year life for all Village streets; this requires that 6.8 miles of Village streets are
resurfaced on a yearly basis. However, due to the continued decline in street improvement
funds and MFT funds, this year’s program was reduced from 6.8 miles to approximately 5.3
miles. In order to secure an early and more favorable bid both the MFT funded program and the
Village Street Improvement funded program were combined.
The Village’s budget limit for this project is $2,489,304.15. The lowest bid submitted for the
project was from Arrow Road Construction Company; $2,253,322. As this year’s contract unit
prices are less than those used in the Engineer’s estimates and the low bid of Arrow Road is
less than the amount budgeted, staff recommend 1) the Village Board award the contract to the
low bidder Arrow Road and 2) take advantage of the favorable pricing and add additional work
up to the budgeted amount of $2,489,304.15.
At the request of the Village Board Mr. Wulbecker explained how the street resurfacing program
is funded; a combination of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) funds from state and local fuel tax – gas sold
at the pump. He stated the stated MFT funds to the municipalities are based on population;
over $1 million in MFT funds to the Village.
In response to questions from the Village Board Mr. Wulbecker provided the following:
Additional funds for the 2013 will go toward resurfacing backlog of streets.
Will not know exact amount of additional roadway to be resurfaced, probably less than a mile;
depends on a number of variables related to the condition of streets.
Village is about 11 miles behind in the street resurfacing program; limited funds.
Resurfacing schedule; annually the Engineering staff drive every mile of every Village street –
structural testing, make sure worse streets are worked on first.
Staff believe the worse streets are being worked on first; those deteriorating faster than others.
Selective patching helps extend the life of the road but at some point need to return to
resurface entire street.
If street resurfacing funding stays the same over the next three (3) years; the Village will have
streets that require reconstruction.
Street reconstruction is twice the cost of street resurfacing. When the Village fell behind in
street resurfacing in the 1990’s the cost to the Village was $13 million for street
reconstruction; if stayed on schedule the cost would have been $3 million for resurfacing.
Village Board Comments
If street resurfacing funding stays the same over the next three (3) years; the Village will have
streets that require reconstruction.
Do not want streets to get into worse condition.
Need to discuss backlog; do not want to create situation similar to the 1990’s.
Patching of roads can extend life; may be next thing to do.
Discussion at Committee of the Whole; funding of street resurfacing program/long-term plan to
catch up and maintain resurfacing schedule.
Need to pay attention what is happening in Springfield; funds that should go to local
municipalities.
Mr. Wulbecker also responded to questions regarding Central Road and Busse Road at Central.
Central Road is holding up fairly well; some areas have failed.
Cook County crews did work at Busse and Central Roads. Cook County had no money to hire
contractor to do work so quality of work not the best; but crews did best they could with
inadequate equipment.
Trustee Hoefert commented on the quality of work, stating residents think it is a Village street
and Village is responsible for condition of the road. Would like residents to know this is a county
road; Village is not satisfied with quality of work done to repair the road.
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Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved for approval of request to accept bid for 2013
Street Resurfacing Program and to add additional work up to the budgeted amount of
$2,489,304.15.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
ROOF REMOVAL & B. Motion to accept bid for Roof Removal and Replacement & Roof Top Unit Removal and
REPLACEMENT & Replacement in an amount not to exceed $510,000.
ROOF TOP UNIT
REMOVAL & Public Works Director Sean Dorsey presented background information, bid results and staff
REPLACMENT, VBA recommendation.
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Eight (8) HVAC units were installed when the Public Safety Building was constructed in 1994.
Over the years the units have proven problematic with numerous condenser replacements
required due to frequent overheating: four (4) of the units are installed in close proximity to the
parapet walls, which do not allow for proper airflow causing the units to overheat.
Hutchinson Design Group, Ltd. (Hutchinson) served as the Village’s consultant on the project;
services included, recommendations, bid preparation/evaluation and construction inspection.
Based on the consultant’s inspection of the existing units and underlying roof Hutchinson
recommended changing the orientation of the four (4) units to facilitate proper airflow. The
increased airflow will allow for the new units to function more efficiently; reducing maintenance
costs and extending the life of the units. The removal and new orientation of the replacement
HVAC units requires replacement of the underlying roof.
Three (3) bids were received, lowest responsible bid was submitted by Air Con Refrigeration and
Heating (Air Con) of Waukegan; $491,000. The bid is in line with the original engineer’s
estimate of $489,500. Staff recommend including a $19,000 contingency fee to be reserved for
solutions to unanticipated issues that may occur during the removal and installation of the new
roofing and HVAC systems. Staff recommend the total contract award of $510,000 to Air Con
Refrigeration and Heating: $491,000 bid price with $19,000 contingency.
In response to questions from the Village Board, Mr. Dorsey provided the following:
New units same capacity as old units; when working the units worked well. Believe
reconfiguration will correct airflow and keep units free of debris.
Energy efficient units – life expectancy approximately 20 years.
Reconfiguring units (away from paraffin wall) should provide sufficient airflow – allow units to
perform without problems.
Air Con will subcontract roof work; Village requires subcontractor to be certified.
Roof structure will be examined; building’s flat roof is well-supported, plenty of support for units.
Village Board Comments
Make sure placement of units will correct problem; do not want problems to reoccur.
Questioned original design of flat roof and placement of units; architect and HVAC
professionals did not communicate when designed.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved for approval to accept Roof Removal and
Replacement & Roof Top Unit Removal and Replacement in an amount not to exceed $510,000;
$491,000 bid with $19,000 contingency fee.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
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ASPHALTC. Motion to accept bid for the 2013 asphalt restoration contract in an amount not to exceed
RESTORATION,$65,000.
VBA 16-13
Public Works Director Sean Dorsey presented background information, bid results and staff
recommendation.
This contract provides for asphalt restoration following emergency repairs on Village-owned and
privately-owned water and sewer lines installed in Village right-of-way. Asphalt restoration of
drive-ways and streets is necessary throughout the year following water main breaks, service
leaks and sewer repairs. The contract facilitates monthly asphalt repairs; minimizing the time
residents wait for restoration.
Three (3) bids were received for the two (2) year agreement (2013 and 2014) and included an
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optional third (3) year (2015) if both parties agree. The low bidder was considered a non-
responsive bid; did not provide the required work experience references.
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The second (2) low bidder, Quality Blacktop, Inc. met all required terms specified in the bid
documents.
Staff recommend the asphalt restoration contract be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder,
Quality Blacktop, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $65,000; two (2) year contract with an option
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to for a third (3) year.
In response to questions from the Village Board, Mr. Dorsey provided the following:
Asphalt contractor does all their own work.
Curb repairs are done by another contractor; concrete work.
Will inspect curbs that may be too high.
Illinois American Water does the same type of asphalt restoration for customers; Village works
with Illinois American Water on right-of-way restoration.
Water main breaks; last quarter of 2012 high incidence – typically 70-80 per year, in 2012 over
100.
Number of causes for main breaks; dramatic change in Lake Michigan water temperature;
dryness, high usage and freezing pipes.
Most common main break repairs; cracks in pipes; occasional blow-out of pipes; fittings break
loose.
Trustee Polit complimented Public Works staff for their work; quality work that is done neatly and
timely. Mr. Dorsey echoed the fine work of the department stating the environmental conditions
and obstacles the crews work under are often challenging.
(Trustee Hoefert left the meeting at 8:52 p.m. and returned to the meeting at 8:54 p.m.)
Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Matuszak, moved for approval to accept bid for asphalt
restoration contract in an amount not to exceed $65,000; two (2) year contract with an option to
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for a third (3) year.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Absent: Hoefert
Motion carried
D. Motion to accept U.S. Communities Government Alliance Joint Purchasing Contract
Price for the purchase of replacement office furniture for the Engineering Division of
Public Works in an amount not to exceed $60,016.89.
Approved under the Consent Agenda.
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E. Motion to accept bid for water meter contract in an amount not to exceed $57,425.
Approved under the Consent Agenda.
F. Motion to accept bid for the 2013 concrete restoration contract in an amount not
to exceed $45,235.
Approved under the Consent Agenda.
G. Motion to accept bid for EAB insecticide application in an amount not to exceed
$36,000.
Approved under the Consent Agenda.
MUNICIPAL H. Results of RFP for the purchase of electricity utilized for water/sewer pumping,
ELECTRICITY RFP street lighting, and miscellaneous municipal uses (information only).
Public Works Director Sean Dorsey provided the results of the RFP for the purchase of electricity
utilized for water/sewer pumping, street lighting and miscellaneous municipal uses.
Since the commercial electricity market was deregulated, the Village has been requesting pricing
from electricity suppliers utilizing request for proposals (RFP) process. The Village’s current
agreement with Exelon will expire in December of 2013. In anticipation of the upcoming
expiration of this agreement, and recognizing recent low prices available in the marketplace,
staff prepared an RFP to secure electricity supply for a term commencing December 2013;
pricing for either a two (2) year or a three (3) year term was requested.
The lowest pricing is from Exelon/Constellation Energy for a two (2) year term. Their proposed
rate is lower than the existing rate; current Village rate is 4.497 cents per pumping and street
lighting electricity, the proposed rate is 4.051 cents per kWhr. This rate is also lower than the
Village’s aggregation rate.
Due to the volatile nature of the electricity market, most suppliers prices are valid for a very short
period of time. To provide the Village a mechanism for managing this market idiosyncrasy, the
Village Board authorized the Village Manager to enter into one (1) or several contractual
agreements to supply electrical energy for municipal operations; (RES 25-10). Therefore,
consistent with the provisions of RES 25-10 the Village Manager executed an acceptance of the
Exelon/Constellation Energy proposal on March 11, 2013. Mr. Dorsey stated with the new rate
the Village will realize an approximate $15,000-$20,000 savings.
Village Board Comments
Amazed at pricing staff has been able to secure; watching market.
Pricing between residential and street lighting pricing; street lighting used in off-peak hours.
G. Status
Village Manager Michael Janonis announced the following:
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March 20 – Candidates Forum (sponsored by the Journal & Topics)
Village Hall – 7:00 p.m.
OTHER BUSINESS
OTHER BUSINESS
Trustee Korn stated he attended the annual Senior Advisory St. Patrick’ s Day luncheon; he
spoke at the event and shared with the attendees what a fine job the Village Board does in
serving the best interests of the community.
Mayor Wilks stated she too was in attendance, giving the invocation. Mayor Wilks also stated
Ms. Nancy Morgan, Human Services Director was there; Ms. Morgan was recently recognized
for receiving a Life Time Achievement Award ( a distinguished award given by colleagues in the
human services profession.)
Referencing the Village’s approval of the EAB insecticide application contract, Trustee Hoefert
indicated the treatment of trees for EAB was mentioned at the March Coffee with Council.
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He stated the Village is trying to save trees with EAB treatment but the cost over a number of
years could be very costly; no guarantee treatment will save trees.
Trustee Matuszak stated it was great news that arrests are being made in the rash of burglaries
in Mount Prospect and other Chicago suburban areas. He indicated the on-going exchange of
information between public safety organizations is a key factor in catching these individuals.
Trustee Polit stated Crime Free Police Officer Greg Sill has conducted two (2) excellent
seminars on home safety to educate residents on what they can do to protect their property.
Public Works Director Sean Dorsey stated Public Works was hosting an EAB seminar for
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residents, April 10 at 7:00 p.m. at the Village’s EOC (1720 West Central Road.)
ADJOURN
ADJOURN There being no further business to discuss Mayor Wilks asked for a motion to adjourn.
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to adjourn the meeting.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
Nays: None
Motion carried.
The March 19, 2013 Village Board meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
M. Lisa Angell
Village Clerk
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