HomeMy WebLinkAbout2. VB Minutes 12/03/2013MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF
THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
December 3, 2013
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Juracek called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Arlene Juracek
Trustee Paul Hoefert
Trustee John Korn
Trustee John Matuszak
Trustee Steven Polit
Trustee Richard Rogers
Absent: Trustee Michael Zadel
PLEDGE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Trustee Matuszak led the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION INVOCATION
Trustee Rogers gave the Invocation,
MINUTES MINUTES
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved to approve the minutes of the regular Village
Board meeting held November 19, 2013.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers
Nays: None
Motion approved.
APPROVE BILLS APPROVE BILLS
Mayor Juracek stated the next item on the agenda, "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
A. Resolution: A Resolution For The Holiday Season
RES 31 -13
Mayor Juracek presented a Resolution for the Holiday Season.
Trustee Rogers, seconded by Trustee Korn, moved for approval of Resolution No. 31 -13:
"A RESOLUTION FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON"
Upon roll call; Ayes: Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers
Nays: None
Motion carried.
PROCLAMATION: B. Proclamation: "National Drunk and Drugged Driving (313)
NATIONAL DRUNK Prevention Month, December 2013
AND DRUGGED
DRIVING (313) Mayor Juracek presented the "National Drunk and Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention Month,"
PREVENTION to Police Commander Robert Smith. Commander Smith thanked the Village Board for their
MONTH, support in addressing this important and all too often tragic safety concern.
DECEMBER 2013
He stated the apprehension and conviction of impaired drivers is a priority; drivers were
reminded that driving while impaired is never acceptable.
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APPOINTMENTS
CITIZENS TO BE
HEARD
APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Juracek presented the following appointment and reappointments for Village Board
approval:
Special Events Commission
Reappointment
Jill Friedrichs
Sister Cities Commission
Appointments
Evelyn Dorman
Robert and Patricia Usnik
17 Hatlen Avenue
Term expires December 2017
Term expires May 2015
Term expires December 2017
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Rogers, moved to approve the appointments and
reappointment as listed above:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers
Nays: None
Motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS — CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
None.
CONSENT AGENDA CONSENT AGENDA
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS OLD BUSINESS
A. None.
Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers
None
NEW BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS
A. PZ- 21 -13, 600 See Gwun Avenue, Mt. Prospect Park District
PZ- 21 -13, 600 SEE 1. 1 St reading of An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use (Height of Accessory Structures) for
GWUN AVENUE property Located at 600 See Gwun Avenue.
VARIATION AND 2. 1 St reading of An Ordinance Granting a Variation (Tent Display Period) for Property Located
CONDITIONAL USE at 600 See Gwun Avenue.
Mayor Juracek stated to facilitate the presentation and discussion of PZ -21 -13 items one (1)
and two (2) would be considered in reverse order.
Mayor Juracek presented for a first (1 reading An Ordinance Granting a Variation (Tent
Display Period) for Property Located at 600 See Gwun Avenue.
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Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Rogers, moved to approve the following business items:
APPROVE BILLS
1.
Bills dated November 14 — November 27, 2013
2.
A RESOLUTION FOR IMPROVEMENTS BY MUNICIPALITY UNDER THE ILLINOIS
RES 32 -13
HIGHWAY CODE
3.
A RESOLUTION FOR MAINTENANCE OF STREETS AND HIGHWAYS BY
RES 33 -13
MUNICIPALITY UNDER THE ILLINOIS HIGHWAY CODE (BLR 14230)
4.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
RES 34 -13
BETWEEN THE MOUNT PROSPECT PUBLIC LIBRARY AND THE
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
RES 35 -13
5.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE FOREST RIVER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT AND THE
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS OLD BUSINESS
A. None.
Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers
None
NEW BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS
A. PZ- 21 -13, 600 See Gwun Avenue, Mt. Prospect Park District
PZ- 21 -13, 600 SEE 1. 1 St reading of An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use (Height of Accessory Structures) for
GWUN AVENUE property Located at 600 See Gwun Avenue.
VARIATION AND 2. 1 St reading of An Ordinance Granting a Variation (Tent Display Period) for Property Located
CONDITIONAL USE at 600 See Gwun Avenue.
Mayor Juracek stated to facilitate the presentation and discussion of PZ -21 -13 items one (1)
and two (2) would be considered in reverse order.
Mayor Juracek presented for a first (1 reading An Ordinance Granting a Variation (Tent
Display Period) for Property Located at 600 See Gwun Avenue.
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Community Development Director Bill Cooney stated the Petitioner (Mt. Prospect Park District)
was seeking approval for 1) a Variation to extend the display period of a temporary tent and 2)
a Conditional Use to allow accessory structures greater than thirty (30) feet in height in the CR
(Conservation- Recreational) District. The Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public
hearing to consider the requests on November 14, 2013.
1) Variation (Extend the Display Period of a Temporary Tent)
Mr. Cooney stated the Village Zoning Code permits temporary tents as part of special
promotions up to three (3) times in a calendar year, but limits the tent's display period to one (1)
week. The Mt. Prospect Park District is seeking Variation approval to allow a temporary tent to
remain in place from March 1 St to November 30 The Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval of the request to grant a Variation to allow a temporary tent to remain in
place from March 1 St to November 30 subject to the condition of a final plat of subdivision that
creates one -lot of record for the property located at 600 See Gwun by a vote of 5 -1.
In response to questions from the Village Board Mr. Cooney provided the following:
• Tent has been in place for several years.
• If Variation is granted — approval would be for every year during the display period.
• Approval could also be done with a Text Amendment if the Village Board wants to open up
regulations to this type of tent; recommends approval be granted through Variation.
• No complaints regarding tent.
• Permit was issued for tent pad.
Village Board Comments
-Due to various locations - need case by case review of request(s).
-For compliance purposes may be beneficial to establish approval for designated period;
requester would need to come back for approval on a regular basis.
-Request seems to be low -risk; responsibility of Mt. Prospect Park District to comply with Village
Code and Variation.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings of
an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers
Nays: None
Motion carried.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Hoefert, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6102:
ORD 6102 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A VARIATION (TENT DISPLAY PERIOD) FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 600 SEE GWUN AVENUE
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers
Nays: None
Mayor Juracek presented for a first (1 reading An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use
(Height of Accessory Structures) for Property Located at 600 See Gwun Avenue. The Planning
and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the Petitioner's request by a 0 -6 vote; approval
requires a Super Majority vote by the Village Board.
Mr. Cooney stated the Mt. Prospect Park District (MPPD) is seeking Conditional Use approval to
allow accessory structures greater than thirty feet (30') in height in the CR District. The MPPD
proposes to renovate the golf course located at 600 See Gwun to include netting around the
new driving range and at portions of a new short course area. The netting has been designed to
specific height to promote safe use of the property. The netting and supporting poles are
considered accessory structures.
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Mr. Cooney stated the MPPD's original netting plan presented at the November 10 Planning
and Zoning Commission public hearing indicated the netting and supporting poles would
measure between fifty feet (50') and seventy five feet (75') above grade. Since the public
hearing the MPPD has submitted a revised netting plan, dated November 25, 2013 to illustrate
the current and more accurate depiction of the specific netting program; netting and supporting
poles measuring between twenty feet (20') and seventy five (75') feet above grade.
The revised plan, Final Netting Plan, has significantly less structure (fewer poles) and only one
(1) line of blue (netting not to exceed 75' above grade) versus two (2).
Mr. Cooney stated the Petitioner was in attendance to provide an overview of the final netting
plan and respond to questions from the Village Board.
Mayor Juracek stated the matter before the Village Board was a zoning issue; height of pole
and netting. The proceeding was not a revisiting of the Planning and Zoning recommendation
nor a second (2 "d ) guessing of the MPPD plan for the golf course.
Mr. John Green, (Groundwork, Ltd.) project architect, provided an overview of the project and
revised netting plan. The current driving range has been in place for many years; by today's
standards it is both outdated and unsafe. The redevelopment of the golf course will increase
the driving range from two hundred forty 4240) yards to three hundred (300) yards; the netting is
a safety feature. Since the November 14 h public hearing, the MPPD, modified the netting plan
which significantly reduced the overall netting plan. Mr. Green stated the MPPD wanted to
present the worst case scenario at the November 14 public hearing; the revised netting plan
dated November 25, 2013 illustrates the MPPD's final plan to be implemented with Conditional
Use approval. The final netting plan includes minimal tree removal (maybe 4 to 6) and a
netting reduction of 1500 linear feet.
Mr. Dave Esler, (Ester Golf Design) golf course architect, provided additional information
regarding the deficiencies of the existing golf course /driving range and the plan to modernize
the course for long term use. Mr. Esler detailed the proposed driving range specific to:
increased yardage; scope of netting; safety issues and aesthetics /consideration of impact on
neighboring properties
Mr. John Moynihan, netting system specialist, stated he had reviewed the netting plans
including height of nets and found the plans typical of most golf courses.
Mr. Greg Kuhs, Executive Director Mt. Prospect Park District, provided a broad overview of
the plans to revitalize the golf course and its long -term usage. He highlighted the recreational
draw of the golf course and the positive benefits of the facility to the community including
expansion of the golf education program. Mr. Kuhs stated the netting plan is essential for golfer
safety.
The following information was provided by the Petitioner and its representatives in response to
questions from the Village Board.
■MPPD did assess 4 -5 other locations for driving range; all locations had negative aspects.
Most favorable was to keep driving range and golf course at same location.
-Proposed location has less impact on back nine (9) hole area of golf course.
-if driving range remains at present location — netting would be much closer to residential
properties.
-independent of netting — cost of driving range approximately $350,000. MPPD will realize
financial return in approximately 5 -6 years.
-Most trees on golf course are between 65 and 80 feet in height.
-Netting/pole placement determined by general height of trees; except for people on golf course
netting will be invisible — blocked by trees.
-Netting will be black — more durable and less costly. Netting begins to deteriorate in 5 -7 years;
typical replacement 10 -15 years. More cost effective to leave netting up year round.
■If Conditional Use not approved — MPPD Board will need to re- evaluate and delay project.
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-Final netting plan — will be implemented if approved. MPPD would not alter plans.
-Goal is to keep tree removal at minimum; not aware of any diseased tree scheduled for
removal.
-Netting to mitigate safety concerns; will install curbs along path and augment landscape plan.
■MPPD plan for netting and poles is a risk management plan; does not eliminate risks but does
manage.
■Golf course /driving range plan has undergone number of changes over 2 year period. The
plan initially presented at P & Z public hearing would have been modified even if there had
been a positive recommendation.
Mr. Cooney provided the following in response to questions from the Village Board: 1) request is
for Conditional Use — can place conditions for approval and 2) existing height regulation, thirty
feet (30') maximum) was established as part of discussion with MPPD for another sport — not
golf course.
At the request of Trustee Korn, Mr. Cooney indicated he would provide a listing of all property
owners who received notice of the public hearing to the Village Board.
Before opening the meeting to public comment Mayor Juracek stated to allow everyone an
opportunity to speak comments should be concise — no need to repeat comments already
made. She further stated emailed comments from the following residents were already on
record and would not need to be repeated at tonight's meeting.
Mr. Tom Henk
408 South We -Go Trail
Mr. Thomas Braun
1440 Blackhawk Drive
Mr. Ed Devaney
801 South Owen Street
Mr. John Ostrem
1009 West Lincoln Street
Ms. Gail McCue
(no address provided)
Robert Kawalek
700 South Candota Avenue
Public Comment
The individuals and a list of their collective comments follows:
Mr. Ed Devaney
801 South Owen Street
Mr. Dave DePrima
420 South We Go Trail
Mr. John Heidkamp
400 South We Go Trail
Mr. Todd Flack
505 South We Go
■Analysis of revised plan should be conducted; impact on residents.
-Questionable if trees will screen poles and netting.
-Poles/netting not invisible.
-Small piece of property for 18 hole golf course.
-Residential properties restricted to 28 eight feet (28') in height (conditional use would allow
seventy -five feet (75') for poles /netting)
-Pictures of poles /netting at Des Plaines golf course facility were presented — "like looking at a
curtain ")
-Questioned how many poles and material of poles.
-Would like MPPD to stake out where the poles will be placed; allow neighbors to have visual of
where poles will go.
-Citizens Committee — pleased with the netting plan. Supportive of over overall plan to
modernize golf course.
■Trust MPPD has done everything to minimize impact on neighboring residential properties.
In response to the question regarding the poles, Mr. Moynihan stated wood is recommended but
steel can be used; poles can be painted different colors.
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Mr. Green added soil analysis still needs to be completed; results may reduce the number of
poles.
Representatives from Prospect High School spoke in support of the proposed plan for the golf
course /driving range.
Mr. Tom Martindale — Athletic Director /Boys Golf Coach
Mr. Jim Hammond - Girls Golf Coach
■PHS golf teams very successful— as youth developed strong skills at MPPD golf course
-Current driving range has been unsafe for years — student golfers have been hit.
■Limited usage by golf teams — due to current conditions do not hold summer sessions at golf
course.
-If Village Board does not approve — concerned driving range will be eliminated.
■High school teams will not be able to host events — no place to warm up.
-No place for young golfers to learn. PHS golfers will use golf course less.
-If approved envisions expansion of golf education program.
-Redevelopment of golf course /driving range a 100% must for growth of golf in Mount Prospect.
-Good for youth and community.
In summarizing the general comments /concerns Mayor Juracek stated valid points were made
both in support and non - support of the requested Conditional Use. She stated the request
would be held for a second (2 "d ) reading at the December 17, 2013 Village Board meeting.
Mayor Juracek requested the MPPD have the designated pole /netting sites flagged so the
residents are able to see the physical location of the poles /netting prior to the December 17
meeting.
Trustee Hoefert requested the MPPD: 1) inform the Village Board when the area is flagged 2)
create a rendering of the poles and netting and 3) provide example(s) of a similar situation.
Village Manager Michael Janonis stated additional comments /concerns can be emailed to:
vmoa- mountprospect.org
Mayor Juracek called for a brief recess at 8:58 p.m. Mayor Juracek resumed the regular Village
Board meeting of December 3, 2013 at 9:03 p.m.
B. PZ- 20 -13, 50 South Emerson Street, Village of Mount Prospect
Motion to adopt Village of Mount Prospect Downtown Plan
Mayor Juracek stated the next item on the agenda was a request for approval of the Downtown
Implementation Plan; a proposed amendment to the Official Comprehensive Plan.
Community Development Director Bill Cooney stated the Community Development Department
is seeking approval of the Downtown Implementation Plan which will serve as a guide for future
development of the downtown area and be an amendment to the 2007 Comprehensive Plan.
The plan also builds on the Downtown TIF District Strategic Plan, the 2008 Mount Prospect
Public Transportation Study, the Northwest Highway Corridor plan and Bicycle Plan.
Mr. Cooney stated in 2011 the Village received a Community Planning Grant from the Regional
Transportation Authority (RTA) to conduct a study of the Village of Mount Prospect downtown
area and create a development plan for the area. As the lead consultant selected by the
Village, the LaKota Group has gathered input for the plan through community open houses,
focus groups and steering committees with various stakeholders. The Downtown
Implementation Plan is comprised of a State of the Downtown Report (Volume 1) and a Vision +
Implementation Plan (Volume 2). Volume 1 provides a detailed look at the existing condition of
downtown, including land use, zoning transportation and market analysis.
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Volume 2 addresses the future direction of downtown, identifying key opportunity sites and
concept plan for these locations, recommendations for signage, a marketing strategy, potential
funding sources and a series of plan initiatives.
Mr. Cooney provided an overview with illustrations of the six (6) opportunity sites that now
include the post office and the Lions Park site (industrial area). The two (2) main opportunity
sites in the downtown area are the triangle site and the Central Main Street site. Mr. Cooney
stated action steps including 1) Text Amendments to Zoning Code (B -5 District) related to
density 2) pedestrian improvements 3) Prospect Avenue improvements and 4)
branding /marketing are key parts to the Plan. He stated grant applications to support these
efforts would be spearheaded by the Community Development Department. The Planning and
Zoning Commission recommended approval by a 6 -0 vote.
Representatives from the LaKota Group and Ms. Nellie Beckner, Community Development Long
Range Planner were in attendance to provide additional information and respond to questions.
Mayor Juracek highlighted the importance of the Action Steps; very helpful.
Trustee Hoefert expressed his concerns regarding adoption of the Plan; 1) developer may try to
bind the Village to proposed development in Plan and 2) downtown area may develop differently
than what is in Plan.
Mr. Cooney stated the Plan does not bind the Village to the development proposals in the Plan
but will signal to developer(s) what the Village would consider; developer cannot hold Village
Board to Downtown Development Plan. He referenced page 11 of Volume 2 which indicates
the Village is open to a variety of concepts.
Mayor Juracek stated she understood the concerns expressed by Trustee Hoefert and
suggested the motion be amended to "accept" rather than "adopt" the Downtown Plan; "accept"
document as guideline for further discussion.
Trustee Polit stated he shared Trustee Hoefert's concern regarding adoption of the Downtown
Development because of the density issue and lack of access to the north side of the Village
from the proposed residential development of the Lions Park area. He found the limited access
for getting across the railroad tracks in the downtown area as well as Prospect Avenue being
the primary road for traffic movement especially problematic.
Mr. Cooney clarified the area being discussed was not Lions Park but the industrial area located
in close proximity to the park — for reference purposes the area is referred to as Lions Park.
Village Manager Janonis stated the density issue related to pedestrian /vehicle access to the
north side of the Village were valid concerns that would need to be addressed as part of the
development plan.
Mayor Juracek asked for a motion to accept the Downtown Implementation Plan as a guide for
future development and an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan of 2007.
Trustee Polit, seconded by Trustee Matusak, moved to accept the Downtown Implementation
Plan as a guide for future development and an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan of 2007.
Trustee Hoefert stated the Village's Comprehensive Plan is an important document and as such
he is uncomfortable adopting the plan as an amendment to the 2007 Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Cooney stated this is the same process used for adoption of the Corridor Plan. He
indicated the next Comprehensive Plan would be for 2017.
Mayor Juracek indicated the review and decision process for the 2017 Comprehensive would
begin in 2015/2016.
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Following a brief discussion in support of Trustee Hoefert's reluctance to amend the
Comprehensive Plan, Trustee Polit and Trustee Matuszak withdrew their respective motion and
second to accept the motion as stated. There was a consensus to revise the motion to reflect
Mayor Juracek's previously suggested language which identified the Downtown Implementation
Plan as a document to be used as a guideline for ideas during the discussion and decision
process of the next Comprehensive Plan.
Trustee Polit, seconded by Trustee Matuszak, moved to accept the Downtown Implementation
Plan as a document to be used as a guideline for ideas during the discussion and decision
process of the next Comprehensive Plan.
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers
Nays: None
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING
This public hearing, called pursuant to proper legal notice having been published in the Daily
2013 PROPERTY Herald on November 22, 2013, is for the purpose of presenting the proposed tax levy for the
TAX LEVY fiscal year beginning January 1, 2013 and ending December 31, 2013.
Mayor Juracek opened the public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy for the fiscal
year January 1 — December 31, 2013 at 9:30 pm.
Finance Director David Erb provided a summary of the proposed 2013 tax levy which included
staff's recommendation of a net Village tax levy of $17,301,766; a 5% increase from the 2012
tax levy. The Mount Prospect Library Board approved their tax levy request of $10,327,585, a
1.99% increase over the 2012 levy.
Mr. Erb stated there are three (3) ordinances related to the 2013 tax levy. Two (2) of the
ordinances establish the initial levy of the Village (including the Library) and the Village's special
service area. The third (3 rd ) is an abatement ordinance that reduces a portion of the Series
2009C debt service tax levy established by its bond ordinance.
Ordinances presented for first (1 reading:
LEVY AND
COLLECTION OF
TAXES
CORPORATE AND
MUNICIPAL
PURPOSES
LEVY AND
COLLECTION OF
TAXES SPECIAL
SERVICES AREA #5
ABATE A PART OF
THE TAXES LEVIED
FOR CORPORATE
AND MUNICIPAL
PURPOSES 2013
C. An ordinance authorizing the levy and collection of taxes for the corporate and municipal
purposes of the Village of Mount Prospect including the Library for the fiscal year beginning
January 1, 2013 and ending December 31, 2013.
The Village's 2013 tax rate is estimated at $1.058, compared to the 2012 rate of $1.54. The
Library's 2013 tax rate is estimated at $0.631 compared to the 2012 rate of $0.645. To illustrate
the tax rate, Mr. Erb stated a home with an EAV of $98,196 (market value of approximately
$350,000) in 2013 will pay $1,017 in taxes to the Village of Mount Prospect and $607 to the
Library; a $48 increase in the Village levy and a $12 increase in the Library levy from the levy
extended in 2012.
D. An ordinance authorizing the levy and collection of taxes for the municipal purposes of
Special Service Area No. 5 of the Village of Mount Prospect, Illinois for the fiscal year
beginning January 1, 2013 and ending December 31, 2013.
Special Area No. 5 helps fund the delivery of Lake Michigan water to the Village's water system.
Staff recommend the 2013 tax levy remain the same as the 2012 levy ($1,545,773).
E. An ordinance to abate part of the taxes levied for corporate and municipal purposes of the
Village of Mount Prospect for fiscal year beginning January 1, 2013 and ending December
31, 2013.
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The abatement ordinance reduces a portion of the Series 2009C and 2013 debt service tax
levies established by its bond ordinance. The abatement of the 2009C levy is the result of
issuing these bonds as Build America Bonds (BAB).
The BAB's provide a federal subsidy of 35% of the interest paid on the bonds to the issuer
which lowers the overall cost of borrowing. The BAB subsidy for 2014 is $43,005. Funds to
abate the Series 2013 levy will come from the home rule sales tax dedicated to support flood
control projects.
To assist residents in understanding how their property taxes are allocated Mr. Erb provided the
following; Education — 63 %; Cultural /Recreational — 13 %; Village of Mount Prospect — 11 %;
Cook County — 7% and Other — 6 %. Resident phone calls regarding property tax bills, suggest
approximately one -third (1/3) of the callers believe the Village receives all the tax money.
Mayor Juracek stated the three (3) ordinances presented by Mr. Erb would be held for a second
reading at the December 17, 2013 Village Board meeting.
As there were no public comments, Mayor Juracek closed the public hearing at 9:39 p.m.
2014 ANNUAL F. An ordinance adopting an annual budget for the Village of Mount Prospect, Illinois for fiscal
BUDGET year commencing January 1, 2014 and ending December 31, 2014 in lieu of passage of an
appropriation ordinance.
Mayor Juracek presented for a first (1 reading an ordinance to adopt the Village's 2013 annual
budget. A Public Hearing for the 2014 Budget will be held at the December 17, 2013 Village
Board meeting.
Finance Director Dave Erb provided a summary of the 2014 budget; a more detailed overview
will be provided at the December 17, 2013 Public Hearing.
Village total budget $116,983,802; 16.6% increase over 2013 budget.
Village operating budget $61,975,624; 1.4% increase over 2013 budget.
Library total budget $10,413,179; 2.7% increase over 2013 budget
Mr. Erb stated the primary reason for the increase in the Village's budget was for funding of
capital projects; street improvements and flood control.
The General Fund budget as presented is balanced. The proposed budget provides for a 5%
increase in the property tax levy and a 9.5% water rate increase. Mr. Erb stated the water rate
increase takes into account the significant water rate increase imposed by the City of Chicago
over the next four years. Additional tax increases include a $0.02 increase in local motor fuel
tax and a $3.75 per month refuse increase.
Mayor Juracek stated the slight 1.4% increase in the operating budget was phenomenal and
credited Village Manager Janonis' leadership in working to constrain expenditures.
Trustee Hoefert stated the relatively small increase in the operating budget was especially
significant this year because of the funding for two (2) extremely important projects; flood control
and street improvements.
Mayor Juracek stated this ordinance would be held for a second (2 "d ) reading at the December
17, 2013 Village Board Public Hearing.
AMEND APPENDIX G. An ordinance amending Appendix A, Division II of the Village Code of Mount Prospect
A, DIVISION II OF Mayor Juracek presented for a first (1 reading an ordinance amending Appendix A, Division II
THE VILLAGE of the Village Code of Mount Prospect.
CODE
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Mr. Erb stated revenue shortfalls in the street program have resulted in a reduced number of
miles being resurfaced on an annual basis; current backlog is thirteen (13) miles of street.
At the request of the Village Board the Finance Commission researched potential new revenue
sources to address the resurfacing backlog and provide funding to support the annual
resurfacing program; several options have been presented to the Village Board.
Mr. Erb provided an overview of the proposed fee, rate and tax amendments related to the
street program funding plan over a five (5) year period; 2014 - 2018. Year one (1) includes
issuance of $6.5 million in street construction bonds.
1)Increase the local motor fuel tax from $0.02 to $0.04
2) Increase the direct charge from $100 to $258; increase over a five (5) year period
3)Increase the fee for passenger vehicle stickers from $36 to $45; increase to occur in
years 2014 and 2015; (similarly sized increases to other vehicle license categories.)
Street improvement funding plan will fully fund annual street program; 1) eliminate resurfacing
backlog — 13.3 miles and 2) match revenue source with intended purpose.
Village Board Comments
-Solid waste program — full cost to residents with curbside collection; equitable program.
Currently service subsidized by businesses and multifamily properties through property tax.
-Street resurfacing fell behind- diminished revenue due to recession.
■ With improved economy — can no longer defer road work.
-Further deterioration of roads increases overall costs of improvements.
■Moving to fee based system makes sense; appropriate way to pay for services.
■Budget ensures project completion — with incremental increases.
■By removing refuse, levy decreased; everyone benefits with reduction of levy.
■During worst of economy Village Board very respectful in keeping resident's costs down.
Trustee Korn stated the Village Board must make very tough decisions during the budget
process and final approval. As he does every year — he had hoped for greater input and
discussion with residents especially those interested in serving as a Village representative(s).
Mayor Juracek and each Trustee recognized and thanked Mr. Erb and his staff for their hard
work in providing a funding mechanism that will minimize the financial impact on residents and
the completion of projects.
Mayor Juracek stated the amendment to the Village Code would take effect January 1, 2014
and therefore important to get information regarding the change to the public; she requested
waiver of the second (2 "d ) reading.
Trustee Polit, seconded by Trustee Rogers, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings
of an ordinance:
Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers
Nays: None
Motion carried,.
Trustee Rogers, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6103:
ORD 6103 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING APPENDIX A, DIVISION II OF THE
VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
Upon roll call: Ayes:
Nays:
Motion carried.
Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Rogers
None
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H. A Resolution for Improvements by Municipality Under the Illinois Highway Code
Approved under the Consent Agenda.
I. A Resolution for Maintenance of Streets and Highways by Municipality Under the Illinois
Highway Code (BLR14230)
Approved under the Consent Agenda.
J. A Resolution Authorizing the Payment to the Mount Prospect Public Library under the terms
of a Ground Lease Agreement.
Approved under the Consent Agenda.
K. A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement Between the Forest River Fire
Protection District and the Village of Mount Prospect.
Approved under the Consent Agenda.
MANAGER'S VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT
REPORT A. Motion to accept bid for three (3) year custodial cleaning contract in an amount not to exceed
$102,564.
CUSTODIAL
CLEANING Public Works Director Sean Dorsey provided background information; bid submittals; bid results
CONTRACT and staff recommendation.
Five (5) bids were received for the three (3) year custodial cleaning contract; 2014 -2016. The
contract provides for daily cleaning at the following buildings: Village Hall, Village Hall Parking
Structure, Police and Fire Building and underground parking structure, Railroad Station, Fire
Stations 12 and 14, Pistol Range, Public Works, Community Connections Center and the
Emergency Operations Center.
The low bid was submitted by Crystal Maintenance Services, Corp of Mount Prospect in the
amount of $93,240. Crystal Maintenance Services has provided cleaning services to the Village
since 2000; work performance has been satisfactory. The bid submitted is 8% lower than the
current contract with no annual increases over the new three (3) year contract.
Staff recommend the three (3) year cleaning contract be awarded to Crystal Maintenance
Services Corp. in an amount not to exceed $102,564; includes a 10% contingency of $9,324 for
emergency cleaning due to unscheduled work or special events.
Trustee Korn, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved to accept bid for three (3) year custodial
contract in an amount not to exceed $102,564.
Village Board Comments
■ Privatization of cleaning services — cost effective and efficient; reduced labor and costs for
quality service.
-Staff to confirm cleaning service is actually recycling materials separated from garbage.
Village asks residents to recycle — need to be responsible by ensuring material from public
buildings is recycled.
-Encouraged residents who are not recycling curbside to do so; reduces the Village's refuse
disposal costs and helps the environment.
-Recycling toter not always adequate for large families.
-Village has good recycling rate but need to continue public education to let residents know the
benefits of recycling and reducing waste.
-Set outs less and less garbage with increased recycling.
Trustee Hoefert requested a review of the solid waste program at 2014 Cow meeting.
Discussion to include information regarding SWANCC's food scrap recycling and household
hazardous waste programs.
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In response to comments from the Village Board Mr. Dorsey stated: 1) the Village's solid waste
contract expires in 2015 so discussion of the various programs would be timely and 2) residents
with curbside collection can obtain a larger container or a second (2 toter for recycling by
contacting the Public Works.
B.Status
■Holiday House Decorating Contest, December 1 -5; awards at the December 17, 2013 Village
Board meeting.
-Mount Prospect Historical Societk House Walk — December 6 1h
-Teddy Bear Walk — December 7
OTHER BUSINESS OTHER BUSINESS
Trustee Polit stated the week of December 9 -13, was the last week of bagged leaf
collection; yard waste collection will resume in April 2014.
ADJOURN ADJOURN
There being no further business to discuss Mayor Juracek asked for a motion to adjourn..
Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Rogers, moved to adjourn the meeting.
By unanimous vote the December 3, 2013 Village Board meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m..
M. Lisa Angell
Village Clerk
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