08/15/1966117
August 15, 1966
The regular meeting of the President and Board of Trustees of the Village
of Deerfield ws called to order by the President in the Council Chambers of the
Village Hall o'� Monday, August 15,1966 at 8 :05 p.m. The clerk called the roll
and reported the following were
Present: H. Ross Finney, President
Berna rd Forrest
Charles H. Raff
George P, Schleicher
Ellis W. Smith
Absent: Raymond L. Craig
James M. Wetzel
and that a quorum was present and in attendance at the meeting. Also present were
Messrs. Richard Houpt, Village attorney, and NorrisSTilphen, manager.
Moved by Trustee Raff, seconded by Trustee Smith, that minutes of the
regular meeting held August 1, 1966 be approved as submitted.
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Motion carried unanimously.
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W Bills - Payroll The payroll for the month of July, 1966 and the
U following bills were presented for consideration:
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July Payroll $ 32,579.30
City of Highland Park 17,739.55
Paymaster Corporation 2.25
George Hall 45.00
American Public Works Assn. 34.00
Shelton E. Allred 25.00
Mrs. W. Ashbaugh 25.00
Automotive Laboratories 35.60
Roy A. Axford 25.00
Badger Meter Mfg. Co. 1,031.76
Peter Baker & Son 134.04
Baxter & Woodman 3,727.60
Robert E. Bowen 14.25
Bowman Products Division 120.43
Fred G. Breitling 224.70
Carolyn A. Jones 224.70
Charles Bruning Co. 32.74
James Bulger 11.46
B.A.T. 21.20
Burris Equipment Co. 186.44
Business Envelope 7.30
Chem -rite Products, Inc. 273.74
Chicago Tribune 27.00
Commons Paint & Glass 1.58
Commonwealth Edison 2,168.63
Contemporary Engineering 261.31
Deerfield Commons Service Center 2.60
Deerfield Disposal Service 3.50
Deerfield Electric Co. 265.06
Deerfield Oil Co. 47.15
Deerfield Paint & Glass 177.bO
Deerfield State Bank 315.07
Deerfield Stationers 1.89
Duro -Test Corp. 43.74
E & H Utility Sales 275.04
Evanston Review 13.20
Charles B. Foelsch, M.D. 10.00
Fragassi TV & Appliances 5.00
Frost Hardware & Supply 3.9b
Carl L. Gardner 335.00
Gilmore International 11.80
James GFdffiths 13.78
Village of Deerfield 11.22
Lewis Gulbrandsen 200.00
Ahmet 0. Gursoy, M.D. 7.50
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Wdi"ne r' :Ha rg -rOVe Tree ' Se ry ilce $
3,207.20
Highland Park Chrysler- Plymouth
25.97
City of Highland Park
24,214.27
Edward Hines Lumber Co.
67.87
Lloyd Hollister, Inc.
12.00
Idlewood Electric
192.00
Illinois Bell Telephone
219.75
International Harvester
26.50
Irv's Fire Extinguisher
3.75
Joseph Lumber Co.
5.75
K. A. Steel Chemicals
504.00
Kale Uniforms
165.22
D. D. Kennedy, Inc.
27.75
Francis J. Kuhlmann..
17.74
Village of Deerfield
7.26
Lakeland Redigas
35.00
Landfill Engineering
4.00
George Leal
25.00
Ley & McGuire Associates
195.00
R. H. Lyons Equipment
166.65
Marlow Pumps
159.44
Masterbilt Fence
189.80
Menon i & Mocogna; ;
695.64
Milton Merner
12.20
Mobile Commons Service
36.95
Modern Stump Removal
520.00
Donald T. Morrison
90.00
Motor Parts & Machine
25.66
Mutual Services of Highland Park
127.91
Myers Brothers
21.95
National Municipal League
5.00
North Shore Gas
33.63
North Shore Group Newspapers
88.23
Olson Printing Co.
6.50
Henry Parker
25.00
David J. Petersen
24.58
P. F. Pettibone & Co.
4.13
Petty Cash
70.96
Postmaster
100.00
Powell's Camera
3.85
Press Publishing Co.
8.00
Catherine B. Price
5.42
Leonard Saxe
25.00
Fred Seitz
1,089.00
Shore Line Blue Print Co.
5.98
Sidwell Studio, Inc.
3.29
Sinclair Mineral & Chemical
572.00
Singer Printing
32.20
Charles J. Smalley
3.00
Standard Oil
1,146.95
The Star
12.00
Suburban Building Officials Conference
30.00
Suburban Building Officials Conference
10.00
Sunray DX Oil
15.18
Swiss Maid Embroidery
92.16
Todco Door Division
24.88
Treasurer of Illinois
5.00
Verako Products
246.40
Village Hardware
122.88
Myrtle Warweg
25.00
Waukegan Blue Print
2.14
Westminister Office Machines
32.90
Harold Winer
410.00
Wolf & Company
2,789.24
Zep Mfg. Co.
162.26
Edmund Klasinski
9.72
Suzanne Bean
80.85
Richard Boldrey
119.66
Mary K. Boyle
71.12
Cynthia H. Brown
63.62
Susan Budwig
61.21
Helen Cox
65.64
Jean M. Crook
196.56
Shawn Daugherty
29.71
Kathryn Dendel
36.50
John Eckhouse
$ 70.27
Virginia Field
36.61
Carol Finney
86.37
Carol Holt
65,13
Franki Isaacson
89.80
Constance Jennings
47.00
Barbara O'Connor
82.42
Brian O'Connor
41.89
Rosemary Sazonoff
100.88
Alice Schaefer
85.17
Nancy Wands
68.95
Charmaine Wright
26.63
Pedersen & Houpt
575.75
Trustee Smith moved, seconded by Trustee Schleicher, that the payroll for
July 1966 be approved, and the bills as listed above be approved for payment.
Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith (4)
Nays: None (0)
M Audit Discussion was had on the annual Audit report,
in Mr. Albert Clevin of Wolf and Company being
present to answer any questions. Mr. Clevin recommended that surplus funds in
W old special assessment warrre nts be paid to property owners during the next year,
all bonds in certain warrants having been retired with surpluses remaining to
U be refunded to pre sent,owners of property covered,by the assessments. He also
recommended that U.S. Treasury bills be purchased for the separate accounts rather
than a lump sum purchase using all funds not needed for immediate expenditures,
for convenience in auditing.
Trustee Smith proposed that, before next year's audit is begun, the manager
request the addi.,tors to prepare a post audit letter outlining any changes in
procedures and controls they may recommend.
Albert Clevin Appointed The manager announced that he had appointed
Finance Dire (ttor Mr. Albert Clevin Finance Dbrectar for the
Village, to start September 1, 1966.
Park District (Clavey) The Village attorney stated he had been advised
Annexation Tabled by Mr. Allyn Franke, attorney for the Deerfield
Park District, that the Park Board was not ready
to file a petition for annexation of the Clavey Nursery property, since they were
in the process of acquiring ownership and preparing a subdivision plat. The Park
Board w i l l give suf f i.c i :ent trot i ce to the Village when they are ready to proceed
to permit notification to the Deerfield - Bannockburn Fire Protection District that
the Board is considering the adoption of an annexation ordinance. The matter
will be tabled pending the filing of the annexation petition.
Discussion- Morton Proposed The Village attorney reported that he had
Sub. Plat (Lieb]ing) contacted Mr. Paul Behanna, attorney for Mrs.
Donald Clark, and no agreement had been reached
with respect to the dedication of part of the Clark property for right -of -way
for the proposed street extending north from Deerfield Road. This information has
been given to Mr. Shapiro.
The proposed plat of the Morton Development Subdivision was reviewed, with
areas lying within the fd.66d plain delineated thereon by the Building Commissioner.
It was noted that portions of all lots ebutting on the drainage ditch and several
lots in the interior are in the flood plain. Mr. Shapiro will be notified of
the flood plain problem in order that the final plat will permit compliance
with flood plain regulations.
Ordinance- Muh;_:Code Amend.
Vehicle Licenses -False Info.
is Misuse (0- 66 -31)
information and the misuse of
revocation of such license in
following vote:
Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Forrest,
that the ordinance be adopted amending the
Municipal Code of 1963 by adding a new Section
21.009a pertaining to the gfving of false
vehicle licenses and authorizing the suspension or
addition to all other penalties. Adopted by the
Ayes: Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith (4)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
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Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Schleicher, tnat the said
ordi,iaitce be publ i sned in pamphlet form.
Motion carried unanimously.
Report- Proposed Ordinance The Village attorney reported that he
Drive -in Restaurant Regulations had obtained a copy of the Detroit
ordinance establishing regulations
for conduct at drive -in restaurants, and conferred with the Police Department
regarding past problems. He stated it was his opinion that existing ordin-
ances are sufficient to take care of the problems, within the limitations
imposed by statute; however, he will check the Village ordinances to see if
any modification is desirable, and report at the next meeting.
Tax Levy Ordinance Trustee Smith moved, seconded by Trustee
0 -66 -32 Forrest, that the ordinance be adopted
levying taxes for the year May 1, 1966
to April 30, 1967. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith (4)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Ordinance Abating Mun. Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee
Bldg. Bond Tax (0- 66 -33) Schleicher, that the ordinance be
adopted abating the tax levy for the
payment of principal and interest on Municipal Building Bonds for the year
1966. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith (4)
Nays None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Report - Downspout Disconnections The manager reported that 45 homes in
Dutch Elm Disease Woodland Park had been found to be
contributing storm water into the
saniaty sewer system. Two disconnections have been completed, and 15 releases
have been signed by owners to permit disconnection by Village employees. The
work of obtaining compliance is continuing, as well as sewer cleaning.
The removal of trees infected with Dutch Elm disease is also continuing,
and diseased wood burned at the Village garage.
Report -B -4 District in A report was received from the Board of
Fire Limits Building Appeals, two members recom-
mending that the B -4 Restricted Busi-
ness District, two members opposed. The matter will be referred to the
Plan Commission and Planning Consultant.
Deny Request for Additional Messrs. William Keupp and Jack Weber
Beer License Amendment requested the Board to authorize the
issuance of a third beer license for
a proposed "Lumburger" restaurant in the Village. They presented photographs
of the type of building that would be constructed, and stressed that it was
a franchised "family type" restaurant with stringent regulations for its
operation; no food served in the parking lot, no juke box or TV, and an
atmosphere conducive to patronage by family groups and persons wanting a
quick sandwich and beverage. They stated that soft drinks and other non-
alcoholic beverages will be served, but the success of the business is de-
pendent on a beer license.
After a brief discussion, Trustee Schleicher suggested that an eipression
of opinion from residents be sought on the issuance of another beer license
and the attorney prepare an amendment to permit a third license,to be presented
at the next meeting. This would give ample time for the Board to evaluate
public sentiment before the ordinance would be voted on.
Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Forrest, that the Village
attorney to prepare an amendment to the Municipal Code to permit the issuance
of three beer licenses. The motion failed to pass by the following vote:
Ayes: Schleicher (1)
Nays; Forrest, Raff, Smith (3)
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The meeting was recessed at 9:35 and re- convened at 9 :50 p.m.
Discussion - Broege Lot Three plans for the street and parking improvements
Improvements & Parking on the Broege lot were reviewed, each showing
the layout of the street to connect with the
Village Hall driveway as well as the Church parking plan. A fourth alternative
plan, developed in conjunction with the abutting property owner to the east was
mentioned, and it was the consensus of the Board that this layout should be
prepared for consideration by the Board in addition to the three plans presented.
Petersen Lane
Broege lot tc
of the years
leave and has
vote:
Named Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Schleicher,
that the street to be constructed from the
the Village Hall driveway be named Petersen Lane, in recognition
of tervice of Chief of Police David J. Petersen, who is on sick
applied for a temporary disability pension. Adopted by the following
Ayes: Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith, Finney (5)
Nays: None (0)
Approve Plans & Specs. Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Smith,
Herrmann Sub. Improvements that the plans and specifications for the
Herrmann Subdivision, dated July 11, 1966, be
approved, as recommended by the building commissioner. Adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith (4)
Nays: None (0)
Remove Right Turn Lane President Finney reported that the Board had
Restore Parking - Deerfield & met informally with interested businessmen
Waukegan Intersection to discuss the off - street parking problem,
the effect of the elimination or 27 parking
spaces on Deerfield and Waukegan Road, and what solutions were possible. He
stated it had been suggested that parking be prohibited in these locations only
during peak traffic hours to provide a right turn lane, but parking;:be permitted
at other times. The effect of the sewer separation project to be started shortly
was mentioned, and information was obtained from Kennedy Construction Company,
contractor for the project, that no inconvenience should result, since each
night's work will be completed and restored for normal traffic and parking use.
Trustee Forrest urged that a new traffic count be undertaken at the Deerfield-
Waukegan Road intersection, and that exact information be obtained from the
Division of Highways on the requirements for phase lighting. Merchants near
the interesection stated their business had fallen off since the parking spaces
were removed, and it was pointed out that peak traffic hours are those when
the factories close, and these workers do not shop in Deerfield.
Mr. Laurence Dondanville, Westgate Road, a traffic engineer, stated that
about 14 years ago he had written to the Board that it was necessary to plan for
the removal of all parking on Deerfield and Waukegan Road, and for the acquisition
of off - street parking areas to serve the central business district. He stated
the traffic problem can only be solved when the parking problem is solved. He
pointed out that a previous Board had rescinded a resolution that provided that
$2,000 be set aside each month from Sales Tax Funds for the acquisition of off -
street parking lots. He urged the Board to proceed with the implementatI on• -•of
the parking plan and acquire the necessary property as soon as possible. He
added that any loss of real estate tax revenue would be more than offset by
the increased sales tax revenue, and that many people do their shopping in other
towns due to the poor parking facilities in Deerfield.
President Finney stated it was his opinion that acquisition of off - street
parking lots was a joint undertaking by the Village and merchants, and the Plan
Commission was working on parking requirements revisions which will the basis
for a review of parking deficiencies. Mr. Jack Bakeman, Ford Pharmacy, stated
merchants were desirous of cooperating with the Village to resolve these problems
on a permanent basis, and said residents were also aware of the problem, since
more than 450 signatures had been obtained on petitions:abking that the 27 parking
spaces be restored. Trustee Schleicher pointed out that the implementation of
an overall parking plan may well require approval of a General Obligation bond
issue to provide funds.
After further discussion, decision was made that the Board vote to decide
the immediate problem at the Deerfield- Waukegan intersection, on the basis of
three alternative proposals: Plan A - Keep the right turn lane eliminating �7
parking spaces at all times; Plan B - Eliminate the right turn lane, restoring
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the 27 parking spaces; Plan C - Keep the right turn lane during peak traffic
hours from 7 to 8 :30 A.M. and 4 to 6 :30 P.M., with parking permitted at all
other times; the vote to be recorded on the basis of 3 points for first choice,
2 points for second choice, and 1 point for third choice. Roll call resulted
as follows: Plan A Plan B Plan C
Raff 3 2 1
Forrest 3 2 1
Schleicher 2 3 1
Smith 1 2 3
Finney 1 2 3
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The manager was directed to have the right turn lanes painted out and
the parking spaces restored.
It was the consensus of the merchants present and the Board that action
to implement the off - street parking plan be undertaken forthwith. Trustee
Schleicher proposed that (1) The parking committee be re- constituted, appointing
members who have no immediate business interest; (2) Appraisals be obtained
for properties to be acquired, and (3) Preparations be made for a referendum.
Trustees Raff and Forrest favored the appointment of a Parking Committee, a
three man committee being proposed to consist of persons who are not business
men affected by'parking. The manager was directed to request the Manpower
Commission to submit a list of persons to serve on the Parking Committee.
Authorize Appraisals Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee
Forrest, that the manager be authorized
to get appraisals on property to implement the off - street parking plan. Adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith (4)
Nays: None (0)
Proclamation - Light Up & Live Trustee Schleicher moved, seconded by
Trustee Forrest, that the President
be authorized to sign the "Light Up and Live" Proclamation to promote traffic
safety.
Motion carried unanimously.
Communications Reports A letter was read from Mr. H. N. Kelley,
President of the Board of Commissioners
of the Deerfield - Bannockburn Fire Protection District, thanking the Board for
its Resolution supporting the Fire District's referendum for an increased tax
rate and a bond issue, to be held August 27th.
The manager reported that an ordinance will be prepared increasing
the cost of vehicle licenses to $20 for automoblies over 35 hp.
The manager reported that a letter from Dr. Plath of High School
District No. 113, regarding the Pink Panther, was in the hands of the Youth
Council, who will contact Dr. Plath.
Ist Presentation - Ordinance The first presentation was made of an
Rosset Recapture -S. Waukegan Rd. ordinance providing for reimbursement
to Mr. Maver Rosset for part of the
cost of the sanitary sewer extension on South Waukegan Road, such reimburse-
ment to be made from special charges to be collected by the Village for
connections to the said sewer, with a 10 year limitation clause. The sewer
covered by the ordinance extends northerly from McDonald's drive -in to the
north lot line of the premises on which Mr. Rosset will construct an animal
hospital.
Trustee Schleicher moved, seconded by Trustee Smith, that the ordinance
be posted in the Village Hall lobby for inspection by the public.
Motion carried unanimously.
The manager reported that the attorney for Susan Gans had notified
the Village of Miss Gans' injury which occurred in the Sara Lee parking lot.
The notice has been turned over to the Village attorney and the iir.surance
company.
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