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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/16/2013 VB MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT April 16, 2013 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wilks called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m, ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Irvana Wilks Trustee Arlene Juracek Trustee Paul Hoefert Trustee John Korn Trustee John Matuszak Trustee Steven Polit Trustee Michael Zadel PLEDGE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Trustee Juracek led the Pledge of Allegiance. INVOCATION INVOCATION Trustee Zadel gave the Invocation. MINUTES MINUTES Trustee Matuszak, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved to approve the minutes of the regular Village Board meeting held April 2, 2013. Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Korn, Matuszak, Polit Nays: None Abstain: Juracek, Zadel 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." Trustee Polit noted approval of the Resolutions for the Lions Club Farmers Market and Downtown Merchants Association Bluesmobile Cruise night were listed under the Consent Agenda. Mayor Wilks stated that while the items were listed under the Consent Agenda representatives from the local organizations would have an opportunity to promote their events under Citizens to Be Heard. (the Village Clerk left the meeting at 7:22 pm) MAYOR'S REPORT MAYOR'S REPORT A. RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF IRVANA K. WILKS IRVANA K. WILKS TO THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT RESOLUTION Mayor Wilks stated the first (1 item under the Mayor's report was a Resolution Acknowledging the Contributions of Irvana K. Wilks to the Village of Mount Prospect. Mayor Wilks stated the resolution required a vote for approval by the Village Board. Beginning with Trustee Zadel, Trustee Hoefert, Trustee Juracek, Trustee Korn, Trustee Matuszak and Trustee Polit each read a passage from the resolution. 1 of 7 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the April 16, 2013 Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved for approval of Resolution No. 05 -13: RES -05 -13 A RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF IRVANA K. WILKS TO THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel Nays: None Motion carried Trustee Hoefert thanked Mayor Wilks for her many years of outstanding service to the community; he further noted that while the resolution highlighted many of Mayor Wilks' accomplishments it did not encompass all her contributions to the community. He stated there would be additional opportunities to recognize and thank Mayor Wilks; April 26 — retirement reception and the May 7th Village Board meeting. (the Village Clerk returned to the meeting at 7:27 p.m.) Mayor Wilks thanked the Village Board for the resolution and thanked the voters for entrusting her to serve as both Trustee and Mayor. Mayor Wilks stated it was an honor to work with the members of the Village Board and congratulated Trustee Juracek, Trustee Matuszak, Trustee Polit and Trustee Zadel in their respective election /re- election to office. Mayor Wilks stated the transition of the office of Mayor will be conducted at the May 7 Village Board meeting. Mayor Wilks presented proclamations for the "Week of the Young Child" and "Arbor Day." PROCLAMATION B. WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD, APRIL 14 — 20, 2013 WEEK OF THE Mayor Wilks presented the proclamation to Mount Prospect Child Care Center, Inc.Executive YOUNG CHILD Director Mr. Michael Davey. Mr. Davey thanked the Mayor and Village Board for recognizing the importance of early childhood education. He provided an overview of activities to be held and invited the Mayor and Village Board as well as the community to stop by during the Center's Open House. PROCLAMATION: C.ARBOR DAY, APRIL 27, 2012 ARBOR DAY Mayor Wilks presented the proclamation to Public Works Director Sean Dorsey. Mr. Dorsey thanked the Mayor and Village Board for their support of the Village's forestry program and extended an invitation to the Arbor Day celebration and tree planting Friday, April 26 at St. Paul Lutheran School. He thanked the Garden Club for their assistance and participation in the event. Mr. Dorsey also noted the Village was the reciIpient of both the Tree City USA (28 year) and the Arbor Day Foundation Growth Award (11 year). The awards recognize the Village for excellence in urban forestry and public education. Mr. Dorsey noted that the Arbor Day ceremony kicks off " Wilks Palozza weekend "; the Mayor's retirement reception the evening of April 26 and Irish Fest on April 27 AMEND CHAPTER D. 1 reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 13 (Alcoholic Liquors) of the Village Code 13 (ALCOHOLIC Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1 reading an ordinance amending Chapter 13 (Alcoholic LIQUORS) OF THE Liquor) of the Mount Prospect Village Code. VILLAGE CODE This ordinance amends the Village Code by increasing the number of Class "F -3" liquor licenses by one (1) issued to 34 South Main Street LLC d /b /a BB BBQ Grill, 34 South Main Street. Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings of an ordinance: 2of7 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the April 16, 2013 Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel Nays: None Motion carried. Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Polit, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6060; AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC ORD 6060 LIQUORS) OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE CODE Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel Nays: None Motion carried. AMEND CHAPTER E. 1 St reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 13 (Alcoholic Liquors) of the Village Code 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1 reading an ordinance amending Chapter 13 (Alcoholic VILLAGE CODE Liquor) of the Mount Prospect Village Code. This ordinance amends the Village Code by decreasing the number of Class "P -1" liquor licenses by one (1) issued to All Trade Inc. d /b /a Balzano Liquors, 2316 South Elmhurst Road and increasing the number of Class "S -6" liquor licenses by one (1) issued to Trade All Inc. d /b /a Balzano Liquors, 2316 South Elmhurst Road. Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Polit, 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 Juracek, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6061: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC ORD 6061 LIQUORS) OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE CODE Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel Nays: None Motion carried. AMEND CHAPTER F. 1' reading of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 13 (Alcoholic Liquors) of the Village Code. 13 (ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1 reading an ordinance amending Chapter 13 (Alcoholic VILLAGE CODE Liquor) of the Mount Prospect Village Code. This ordinance amends the Village Code by decreasing the number of Class "S -6" liquor licenses by one (1) issued to SHO Restaurant Inc. d /b /a Sakura Restaurant, 105 South Main Street and increasing the number of Class "F -1" liquor licenses by one (1) issued to SHO Restaurant Inc. d /b /a Sakura Restaurant, 105 South Main Street Inc. d /b /a Trustee Polit, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to waive the rule requiring two (2) readings of an ordinance: Upon roll call: Ayes: Nays Motion carried, Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel None 3of7 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the April 16, 2013 Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect Trustee Zadel, seconded by Trustee Juracek, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6062: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (ALCOHOLIC ORD 6062 LIQUORS) OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE CODE Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel Nays: None Motion carried. Trustee Korn stated, prior to Village Board meetings the Village Board receives detailed information regarding agenda items to be presented for consideration. (This information is also available to residents on the Village's website prior to the public meeting.) Having the background information prior to the public presentation allows the Village Board to move forward with the decision making process; the lack of discussion or questions indicates the Village Board is fully informed, has no questions and prepared to move forward with a vote. APPOINTMENTS APPOINTMENTS None. CITIZENS TO BE COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS — CITIZENS TO BE HEARD HEARD Downtown Merchants Association (DMA) Ms. Christy Watychowicz — President 301 South Wa Pella Mr. Chris Gordon — Committee Chair - Bluesmobile Cruise Night 110 Audrey Ms. Watychowicz provided highlights of the 2013 Bluesmobile Cruise Night. Every Saturday night between May 18 - September 28 6 pm — 9 pm at the Metra Commuter Lot In its tenth season the DMA sponsored cruise night event continues to grow in popularity drawing crowds well beyond the area. Ms. Watychowicz thanked the Village Board for their support and recognized the DMA members /volunteers for the success of the well- attended and community oriented activity. Village Board Comments -Thanked the Downtown Merchants Association and its volunteers for working every Saturday evening at the car show. -Appreciate the effort of the DMA for making this Mount Prospect activity a success; activities like this creates vibrant downtown atmosphere. Lions Club Mr. Mike Giblin 400 South Can Dota Mr. Giblin provided highlights of the 2013 Lions Club Farmers Market. Every Sunday between June 9 th - October 20 8 am to 1 pm at the Metra Commuter Lot. In its 13 season conducted by the Mount Prospect Lions Club the Farmers' Market continues to draw great vendors and a growing number of participants. The Mount Prospect marked is considered one of the best farmers' markets in the area. As in previous year's this year's market will include special events: Mount Prospect Historical Society; Library — Green Day; French Market and live music by local students. Mr. Giblin thanked Trustee Polit for always making sure the area is cleaned up after the DMA cruise night for the vendors to come and set -up. Trustee Hoefert also recognized Trustee Polit for initiating a very successful food distribution program; rather than wasting the left -over produce the food is donated to help those in need. 4 of 7 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the April 16, 2013 Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect Village Board Comments -Thanked the Lions Club for all the hard work on Sundays and behind the scenes. -The Farmers' Market really helps the downtown. -Thanked the Lions Club for giving so much to the community including a generous financial donation to the Village's food pantry; money raised at the Farmers' Market. -Farmers' Market is a social event as well brings people together; strengthens community. -Lions Club — Fourth of July Festival is fast approaching; raffle tickets now on sale. CONSENT AGENDA CONSENT AGENDA Trustee Polit, seconded by Trustee Zadel, moved to approve the following business items: FINANCIAL REPORT 1. Monthly Financial Report— March 2013 & BILLS 2. Bills dated March 28 — April 10, 2013 3. AN ORDINANCE RESERVING VOLUME CAP IN CONNECTION WITH PRIVATE ORD 6064 ACTIVITY BOND ISSUES AND RELATED MATTERS 4. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ARTICLE V, "SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM," SECTION ORD 6065 16.501, "GENERAL" OF CHAPTER 16 ENTITLED "SITE CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS," OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT VILLAGE CODE RES 06 -13 5. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANT OF LICENSE WITH THE DOWNTOWN MOUNT PROSPECT MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION (DMA) TO CONDUCT WEEKLY CAR SHOWS RES 07 -13 6. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANT OF LICENSE WITH THE MOUNT PROSPECT LIONS CLUB TO CONDUCT THE FARMERS' MARKET PUBLIC 7. Request Village Board approval to accept Public Improvements for Shell C -Store IMPROVEMENT, at 1200 River Road. Public and private improvements for Shell C -Store have been 1200 RIVER RD. satisfactorily completed and staff recommend approval of this project. 8. Motion to accept bid for Crack Sealing contract in an amount not to exceed $58,448. CRACK SEALING CONTRACT Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel Nays: None Motion carried. OLD BUSINESS OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS A. PZ- 29 -12, 1703 East Kensington Road, The Alden Foundation First (1 reading of an Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use (Final Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Variations for Property Located at 1703 East Kensington Road. Mayor Wilks presented for a first (1 reading an ordinance granting a Conditional Use (Final Planned Unit Development (PUD) and Variations for property located at 1703 East Kensington Road. This ordinance grants a Conditional Use for a Planned Unit Development for Senior Housing and Variations for building height and parking spaces. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 4 -0. Community Development Director William Cooney provided background information stating the Petitioner is seeking Final Planned Unit Development approval to develop an independent senior housing facility on the subject property. The proposed three (3) story development will provide ninety two (92) dwelling units, including a unit for an on -site building caretaker. Seventy (70) units will be one - bedroom and twenty -two (22) will be two- bedroom units. Additionally, the building will have ancillary uses on the first (1 floor of the building including, a community room, library and computer room. There were no changes from the approved preliminary PUD. Mr. Cooney stated the development meets all Village standards and regulations; the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Final Planned Unit Development and Variations. He stated Ms. Beth Demes, Alden Group Executive Director was in attendance to respond to questions. 5of7 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the April 16, 2013 Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect In response to questions from the Village Board Ms. Demes provided the following: • Independent living community — no support services; as the residents age they can bring in own support services. -Alden has nine other similar projects; affordable housing for seniors. -Activities for residents; includes media room, library, fitness center with equipment. -Seniors who have been isolated in their homes — opportunity to socialize and make friends. -Rental unit occupancy — minimum age — 62 years old; average age — 78 years old. -Property Manager — no daily wellness checks but keeps an eye on residents; residents also look out for one another. -Living units are not adaptable for assisted care. Ms. Demes thanked the Village Board for their support to bring affordable senior housing to the Village of Mount Prospect Village Board Comments -Familiar with Marriott senior housing - senior housing programs offer different services. -Aging parents relocating to Mount Prospect or wanting to stay in community to be near children; this type of housing allows them to maintain independence. -Thanked Alden Group for continuing with project despite initial barriers with state funding. Trustee Zadel, 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 Polit, seconded by Trustee korn, moved for approval of Ordinance No. 6063: ORD 6063 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE FINAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) AND VARIATIONS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1703 EAST KENSINGTON ROAD Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel Nays: None Motion carried. Items B. — F. listed under New Business were approved under Consent. MANAGER'S REPORT VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT A. Approved under Consent. B. Status Assistant Village Manager Dave Strahl stated residents who have moved into the Village after the initial mailing /sign -up with First Energy (Village's electrical aggregate program) will be receiving letters from First Energy. The new residents will be offered an opportunity to participate in the Village's lower rates through First Energy; if they chose not to participate they are provided an opt -out option. At the request of Assistant Village Manager Dave Strahl, Public Works Director Sean Dorsey provided an update on the weather forecast for the next three days. -Expected 1 /2 inch rainfall each day; winds in the upper teens. -Do not anticipate problems but will have Public Works crews available. Mr. Dorsey also provided an update of the flood conditions related to the Des Plaines River and surrounding area. He advised residents to contact the Public Works Department for flood related concerns /emergencies. 6 of 7 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the April 16, 2013 Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect Mayor Wilks stressed the benefits of a community response plan and encouraged residents to develop their own plans in response to emergencies. OTHER BUSINESS ADJOURN OTHER BUSINESS None. ADJOURN There being no further business to discuss Mayor Wilks asked for a motion to adjourn. Trustee Hoefert, seconded by Trustee Korn, moved to adjourn the meeting. Upon roll call: Ayes: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel Nays: None Motion carried. The April 16, 2013 Village Board meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. M. Lisa Angell Village Clerk 7 of 7 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the April 16, 2013 Mayor and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect