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January 19, 1976
The regular meeting of the President and Board of Trustees of the Village
of Deerfield was called to order by the President in the Council Chambers of the
Village Hall on Monday, January 19, 1976 at 8:08 p.m. The clerk called the roll
and reported that the following were
Present: Bernard Forrest, President
D. Jeffrey Blumenthal
Norma Gavin
Cynthia J. Marty
Edwin B. Seidman
Daniel H. Stiehr
Vernon E. 'Swanson
Absent: None
and that a quorum was present and,in attendance at the meeting. Also present were
Messrs. James Stucko, representing the Village attorney, and Norris Stilphen, manager.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded,by Trustee Blumenthal, that the minutes of
the regular meeting held January 5, 1976 be approved as corrected. (Page 223, line
28 - Correction: "software "). Motion carried unanimously.
Approve Warrant No. W --76 -1 Trustee Stiehr moved, seconded by Trustee
Marty, that Warrant No. Wr -76 -1 - Payment
of bills, including fund transfers and reimbursements, be approved, Adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal. Gavin, Marty, Seidman, Stiehr, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
Treasurer's Report The treasurer's report, dated Decerpber 31,
1975, was received.
Trustee Blumenthal stated the format of the reports made it hard to tell
how the Village is doing financially and to get an idea of accomplishments. The
treasurer stated he would like to put all financial data in when the Village gets
the computer.
Approve Consent Agenda The Consent Agenda, with 3 items deleted,
Ordinance No.. 076,2 was presented for consideration as followsl
Ordinance No; 046x.4+- .
CONSENT AGENDA
Acceptance of NIMLO offer rei Invoice.for. recodification. Invoice reduced to
$9,180, NIMLO to correct errors.
of the Municipal Code
Ordinance amending Sections 15.008 and 15,OQ9 /to eli'minate Claaa: Z liquor
license. (0 -76 -2)
Authorization for President to sign Planning and Research Grant and proposed
budget.
First presentation; Ordinance amending Municipal Code to provide ratgped atdewalks-
at intersections in subdivisions.
Ordinance amending Section 20.-501 of the Muncipal Code to pro£tibit parking on
east side of Pine Street between north and south driveways to Cadwell
School. (0 -76 -3)
Authorization to release escrow funds, Laurel Hill Annex;.$1,938 to W, T, Bowler &
Associates, Inc. final payment to sewer improvements,
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Blumenthal, that the rules be
waived to permit action on the Ordinance:, relating to liquor licenses and the
ordinance prohibiting parking on the east side of Pine street between driveways
at Cadwell School, Motion carried unanimously.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Marty, that the Consent Agenda
be approved, including passage of the two ordinances. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Marty, Seidman, Stiehr, Swanson (6)
N ays : None (0 )
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The PresVent sIgned tie. ordt-nances tndtcattng hi.s approyal thereof t
Ordinance-Establish The ordinance was presented providing for the
Emergency Service & establishment of an emergency service and dis-
D isaster A&ency aster agency for the Village of Deerfield.
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Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee
Blumenthal, that Section Tito be changed to show
a ppointment.of the coordinator for a five year term.
Motion carried unanimously.
Section Twelve was clarified to show a maximum levy of 25 cents per capita.
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that the rules be waived to
permit action, as modified, at its first presentation. Motion carried unanimously.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Marty, that the ordinance be passed
as modified. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Marty, Seidman, Stiehr, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
The President stated he would sign the ordinance when it is re -typed to include
changes made by the Board.
1st Presentation- Ordinance
Approving Laurel Hill #12, P.D.
lst Presentation- Ordinance
25 mph Speed - Pine St.
Road.
The first presentation was made of an ordinance
approving a Planned Development, Chesterfield's
Laurel Hill Unit No. 12.
The first presentation was made of an ordinance
establishing a speed limit of 25 miles per hour
on Pine Street from Lake -Cook Road to Arbor Vitae
Discussion was had on the 25 miles per hour speed limit, and Trustee Marty pro-
posed that the Preamble include a statement that the reduction , has been considered.
Mr. Stucko will re -draft the ordinance to include this statement, and will make inquiry
on speed reduction and signs.
Trustee Gavin questioned the 25 miles per hour speed limit on Pine Street north
o f Deerfield Road.
Trustee Stiehr moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that tthe ordinance be changed
to establish a 25 miles per hour speed limit on Pine Street from Lake�-Cook Road to
D eerfield Road.
Motion carried unanimously.
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S.C. Recommendation
Traffic Lights-Waukegan &
Greenwood, Engineer Prepare
Plans --Next Year's Budget
A report from the Safety Council recommended the
installation of traffic lights at the Waukegan
Road,Greenwood Avenue intersection, preferably a
semi - actuated signal, with sensors, on Greenwood.
The Board approved the manager's suggestion that the traffic light installation
be included in the 1976 -77 Budget and the Village engineer b egid des:ign and prepare
tl-e Resolution appropriating funds for the installation from Motor Fuel Tax Funds.,
S.C. Report-Stop Signs, A report from the Safety Council recommended the
Fatrviev at Gordon & installation of atop signs on Fatrvtew at Gordon
Gcrdon at Birchwood C2,way), and on Gordon at Birchwood C2,way). The
decision was Fused on the number of accidents
that have occurred since Gordon was improved, future plans for closing Fairview at
Lake-Cook Road, and Gordon --Birchwood is the only non regulated Birchwood intersection
fmm Central Avenue to Lake -Cook Road.
Trustee Marty suggested that the Police'Accident Reports be reviewed. Trustee
Blumenthal stated two accidents were due to speed, and he questioned the number of
stop signs in the Village.
Trustee Seidman moved that the Safety Council's report be approved and the
attorney prepare the ordinance for the installation of the stop signs_ as recommended
by the Council. The motion failed for lack of a second.
A resident of Pine Street said that, at the last Board meeting, Safety Council
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Chairman Russell Ferris had stated a 4-way stop sign at Pine and Gordon would
be recommended, but nothing had been said about these signs in the Council's
rq)ort. He asked the Safety Council not to overlook this recommendation.
Re: Right Turn Lane at A letter from the Lake County Highway Depart -
Shell Station -NW Corner ment does not have the funds in the Budget
Lake-Cook/Waukegan to cover the costs for right -of -way and
damages for aright turn =lane at the'Shell
Service Station at the northwest corner of Waukegan and Lake -Cook Roads. The
right turn lane" may be desirable but the expenditure was deemed unnecessary
at this time,
Mr. Leo Koski, Lake County Right -of -Way Representative, stated if a
right turn lane is provided the estimated cost for land, improvements, and
damages to the remainder of the property totals $59,300. If no right turn lane
is provided, the cost estimate is $15,000 for land, relocation of improvements,
and damages. If a right turn lane is condemned, a jury might find that the
remainder of the property cannot be used for a service station, and could award
the estimated value of $153,000 for the entire holding. All cost estimates in-
clude consideration of income to the owners, which is based on volume of sales.
President Forrest stressed the fact that the right turn lane is needed
now, and someone'-has-'the responsibility to furnish the necessary improvement.
Mr. Koski stated it is a problem of money; Lake County is willing to expend
$10,000 to $15',000 and Cook County is willing to pay for paving, The President
stated that he felt that Cook County should pay the entire cost, Plan Commission
Chairman Whaley said the right turn lane is the key to the area and affects the
entire northwest corner.
The Board approved the manager's suggestion that both the Village and
Lake County ask Cook County to acquire the land for the right turn lane,
Re: H.P. Bus Service The manager said that Highland Park has
asked the Village to allow the Highland
Park bus system to pperate- withiai Deerfield. Mr, Robert Benton, Chairman of
the Minibus Committee, stated it was his.opinion that the system, as designed,
is not of much benefit to Deerfield, A bus will be routed to Deerfield on Laker
Cook Road on an every,=other-hour schedule. The President stated that Highland
Park wants additional revenue, He stated that, before permission is given to
Highland Park for bus service in the Village, that Board should review what
service Highland Park proposes for Deerfield. It was his opinion that the
Highland Park bus service should be permitted until Deerfield has its own bus
system, and there should be no funding of the service by Deerfield.
Mr. Benton stated he will pursue with RTA efforts to get a minibus
.system for the Village and a Nortran connection for service around the area.
Mrs. Laura Lee Christoph, Evergreen,Place, said there is a blind spot
coming from Ellendale onto Lake -Cook Road, A tall hedge on the east side and
the location of a telephone pole make it difficult for a motorist on Ellendale
exiting onto Lake Cook -Road to see oncoming traffic.
Approve Partial Release of The Partial Release of Restrictive Covenants
Restrictive Covenant --Lot 1, on Lot 1 of Ace Host of Illinois,;Subdivision
Ace Host Subdivision was,presented as requested by Mrs, Mildred
Lot 1. No meeting of the
r equest.
Fritz who represents,the present owners of
Plan Commission has been held for discussion of this
Mr. Stucko stated the Restrictive Covenant on Lot l.pertained only to
driveway locations, and the late John Mallinownex- of"Lnt-1: did not sign
the Covenant.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Blumenthal, that the Partial
Release of Retrictive Covenants be approved and execution thereof authorized.
Acbpted by the following vote':
Ayes: Blumenthal, Marty, Seidman, Swanson 0)
Nays; Gavin, Stiehr (2)
Trustee Marty suggested getting an expert opinion by a consultant on
the development of the Mallin property. Plan Commission Chairman Thomas
Whaley also suggested a consultant to review the Comprehensive Plan, pointing out
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that the Mallin property is contiguous to..the Blietz property, and is between
residential and business zoning classifications.
Ordinance -Mun. Code Amend. Trustee Stiehr moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman,
P.C. Recommend Variations that the ordinance be passed amending Section
,Up to 10% Sec. 8,904E 8.904E to authorize the Plan Commission to make
(0 -76 -5) recommendations for approval or disapproval of
variations of up to 10 per cent from the Zoning
Ordinance with respect to minimum lot area, yard requirements and minimum lot width
and depth. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Marty, Seidman, Stiehr, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Approve Agreement Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson,
Union Drainage Dist. #1 that the Agreement between the Village of Deerfield
Carriage Way Bridge and Union Drainage District No. 1 for the con-
struction of the Carriage Way bridge be approved
and execution thereof authorized. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Marty, Seidman, Stiehr, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
MFT Resolution Trustee Stiehr moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin,
$19000 Appropriated that the Resolution be adopted appropriating
L ake;Cook /Wi0o't $19,000 from Motor Fuel Tax funds for installa-
Traffic Signa s tion of traffic signals at Lake -Cook and Wilmot
Roads, the project to be constructed by Cook
County Highway Department, to be designated 76- 00042- 00-TL. Adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: $ lumenthal, Gavin, Marty,; ?Seidman, Stiehr, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0) '
lst Presentation The first presentation was made of an ordinance
Ordinance,Foundation establishing the height of foundations, procedures
Height for variations, and inspections.
Discussion was had on the ordinance, and the Village engineer said it was more
or less directed to new subdivisions to keep foundations at a reasonable height.
Trustee Stiehr stated the ordinance would give the building department a tool to
work with, and since the ordinance cannot cover all conditions, it should be written
loosely. Trustee Blumenthal asked if a fee for inspections should not be paid by
the builder, and Mr. Soyka stated a fee of $5..00 would cover the inspection costs.
Trustee Swanson proposed that the ordinance be written to grant a 10 per cent leeway
in foundation height.
Clerks Reports The clerk reported that the Hamilton Subdivision
plat, approved by the Board on December.l, 1975,
has not been recorded because the Covenant, which is to be recorded with the plat,
has not been received. The escrow for improvements has been filed with the Village
engineer.
Copies of the Directory of Planning Officials, Lake County, Illinois, are
available at a cost of $3.00 each, with an additional charge of $1.00 if mailing
is desired.
Reports -- Communications Trustee Seidman stated he was unhappy about the
Safety Council's recommendation on the railroad
underpass. He felt the report should be sent back to the Council, and if the
Council wishes to make a recommendation, a more thorough investigation should be
made with facts to support its opinions. Trustee Blumenthal said that, although he
feels the same way as Trustee Seidman, he felt the report should be taken at face
value, and he would be perfectly happy to accept it.
The manager reported that the Board has been sent an invitation to attend
the public hearing by the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission,
$25 Approved for Court Case Re: The manager reported that a letter has been
Fair Labor Standards received from the Illinois Municipal League asking
for a contribution of $25.00 to help pay for the
court case filed by the National League of Cities on Fair Labor Standards. He said
it would hurt downstate communities, and although it would not hurt Deerfield,
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compensatory time off can not be given.
Trustee Stiehr moved, seconded by Trustee Marty, that the Board
authorize a contribution of $25.00 to assist the National League of Cities.
Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Marty, Seidman, Stiehr, Swanson (6)
Nays: None
Re'.. Truck Study The manager reported that CATS (Chicago
Area Transportation Study) would do a
study and projection of truck traffic on Deerfield Road. A count of trucks
using the underpass or a by -pass route for the underpass would be made by Village
employees. With these data, CATS would project future truck traffic.
:Discussion was had on a 3 -level report; the number of trucks now using
Deerfield Road; a projection of the number of trucks using Deerfield Road in the
future; and the number of trucks that would use Deerfield Road if a new
underpass is constructed. The manager said he will see what can be developed
and report back to the Board.
The manager stated that Lincoln's Birthday, February 12, falls on a
Thursday, President's Day,deaignated by the FederalGovernment, falls on
February 16th, the day of the Board meeting, and Washington's Birthday falls
on Sunday, February 22nd. The day the Village Hall will be closed will be
w orked out.
There being no further business, on motion by Trustee Seidman and
seconded by Trustee Stiehr, the meeting was adjourned at 10;20 p.m.
APPROVED:
President
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
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