HomeMy WebLinkAbout9. CWC Minutes 11/09/2013
MINUTES
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
COFFEE WITH COUNCIL
SATURDAY, November 9, 2013
9:00 AM
Community Room, Village Hall
Meeting convened at 9:00 AM. Those present: Mayor Juracek, Trustee Steven Polit, Trustee
Zadel, Assistant Village Manager Dave Strahl, and Deputy Fire Chief Henry Dawson.
Residents in Attendance:
John Elenberger Redwood Drive
Thomas Tezky N. School
Louis Goodman N. School Street
Jerry Boldt N. School Street
Mike/John Goot W. Hiawatha Trail
Ken Greenfield S. See Gwun
Mal Holec Quince Lane
Don Malen 1055 We Go
Walter Szymczak Eastwood Avenue
Jim Chylik Locust Lane
Judy Nelson S. Owen
Libby Reimann S. Albert
Carol Tortorello S. Elmhurst Avenue
Marcia Theisen Dogwood
Dan Turenne Boxwood
Louis Bowers Boxwood
Tom Manion S. Edward
Roy Rendino S. Maple St.
John Walter S. Maple St.
David Schein Na Wa Ta Avenue
Herb March Buckthorn Dr.
David Poore Wildwood Lane
We had a Leggo Robotics presentation from Lincoln Middle School. They discussed GPS
bracelets for citizens and utilizing remote control drones to find the signal to transmit to
first responders.
John Elenberger
had nothing to report.
close friend, Frank Kuno passed away.
Louis Goodman
had nothing to report.
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Jerry Boldt
raised questions about snow plowing/sidewalk clearing at Christian Life Church.
This had been brought up last spring and he wanted to know if there had been any movement.
Mayor Juracek responded by saying that plans for plowing and sidewalk clearing are currently in
discussions.
Mr. Boldt was also concerned with the tax proposals as presented by Finance Department. The
concern is that even though requests seem small, they do add up to large sums when combined
with other requests. We have to keep in mind that many residents are on fixed incomes. Mr.
Boldt took exception to a statement
Mayor Juracek responded stating the Village is sensitive to those on fixed incomes. There is a
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of the Whole meeting. This discussion will also include Social Security and Medicare income
limits.
Mike/John Goot
left the meeting.
Ken Greenfield
had nothing to report.
Mal Holec
details of the proposed tax increases.
Mayor Juracek responded that the Finance department has a third proposal which they will make
available at the next meeting on Tuesday.
Mr. Holec was also looking for information on the new development downtown. Mayor Juracek
directed him to the Village Website for the information.
Mr. Holec complimented Public Works for the good job they are doing with leaf pickup.
The Mayor added that Downtown redevelopment discussions were taking place, specifically
There was also a question raised about the Tri-State Electric building. It is going to be rebuilt as
for right now.
Don Malen
left the meeting.
Walter Szymczak
inquired about the Borders Building. Mayor Juracek responded there has
been an interest by a restaurant for this space. Details will be announced in the near future.
There was a discussion about recycling the materials from the building.
Jim Chylik
complimented the Fire Department for their Smoke Detector Program and had the
following comments:
He mentioned that some information on the Village Website was outdated.
He likes the Village Newsletter, but feels most people do not read it.
He feels the leaves should be raked to the edge of the grass and only moved to the gutter the
night before. Do not rake into the street.
Judy Nelson
has been a resident since 1970. She received a letter from the Village about
replacing her gravel driveway with asphalt or concrete. She said she cannot afford a new
driveway. Mayor Juracek informed her that the rule changed 15 years ago and a grace period
was given. Gravel driveways are not allowed. Dave Strahl invited the resident to stop by
Community Development to see if there were any grants or loans available.
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Libby Reimann
left the meeting.
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Carol Tortorello
would like to see a star on top of the Christmas tree at the November 27
lighting. She further added this would be her last comment on the star.
Marcia Theisen
had nothing to add.
Dan Turenne
came to listen. He would like more discussion on driveways.
Louis Bowers
empathizes with those who live near banquet halls and deal with loud music.
Mayor Juracek advised that Prospect Heights Park District personnel now attend events and they
control the noise levels. The situation has improved. The resident then shared that the west side
of Randhurst is difficult to navigate. The Mayor advised that Village staff will be meeting with
Randhurst to discuss their signage proposal, as they are looking to alleviate this situation.
Tom Manion
is glad to hear about the Downtown proposal. He misses Caribou coffee, he was
informed it will be replaced by Starbucks which was confirmed.
Roy Rendino
had questions on plans for parking lots, specifically the stripping in the commuter
lots. Dave Strahl pointed out they would be designating areas for monthly riders vs. those who
pay daily. Discussions are still underway on the details and on the number of spaces to designate
for each. Mayor Juracek added the Village will monitor this and will look at ways to improve
signage as it is confusing. Maple Street would remain for Mount Prospect residents only.
John Walter
asked whether the Village looked into having Walmart occupy the Domini
is closing. Mayor Juracek advised they did look into it, but Walmart was committed to going
into Des Plaines. It was also noted that the entire Golf Plaza strip mall is up for sale.
Discussions are taking place with developers and options for other businesses to move in.
David Schein
would like to hear further discussion on the commuter parking lots.
Herb March
asked if there was an ordinance for leaf collection. Dave Strahl offered that rules
for the collection of leaves have been provided. Mr. March would like further discussion on the
leaf program. He also asked if there was a listing for the Trustees and their addresses. Mayor
Juracek directed him to the website.
David Poore
had comments on the property at 211 E. Rand Road (Havana Joes). He is all for it,
but has read negative comments in the paper. Mayor Juracek advised a variance passed with
covenants. There have been several concerns brought up by neighbors.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 AM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Henry Dawson
Deputy Fire Chief
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