10/21/2019October 21, 2019
The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Deerfield was called to
order by Mayor Harriet Rosenthal in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall on October 21,
2019, at 7:30 p.m. The clerk called the roll and announced that the following were:
Present: Harriet Rosenthal, Mayor
Robert Benton
Tom Jester
Mary Oppenheim
William Seiden
Dan Shapiro
Barbara Struthers
and that a quorum was present and in attendance. Also present were Village Manager Kent
Street and Steven Elrod, Village Attorney.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Noa Friedland and Rachel Nieder from DHS School
Chest led those in attendance in reciting the Pledge
of Allegiance.
School Chest has raised more than $1 million for charity. This year's charity is Saving Tiny
Hearts, a charity for congenital heart disease for children. The events, which can be found at
schoolchest.org, will take place between November 5 and November 26.
PROCLAMATION Mayor Rosenthal read a Proclamation for Domestic
Violence Awareness. She proclaimed October as
Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the Village of Deerfield and urged residents to wear
purple and work together to eliminate domestic violence
Trustee Oppenheim moved to accept the Proclamation. Trustee Benton seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Mayor Rosenthal presented the Proclamation to Susan Shulman from North Suburban Legal Aid
Clinic, which provides pro bono legal aid. They have no income requirements for survivors of
domestic violence. They have been assisting more people. Last year they helped 84 survivors;
this year they have assisted more than 185.
VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT Trustee Seiden moved to approve the Volunteer
COMMISSION APPOINTMENT Engagement Commission's appointment
recommendations of Kevin Whitney to the
Volunteer Engagement Commission, Amy Charlson to the Fine Arts Commission and Lauren
Rothenberg as an ex-officio member of the Board of Police Commissioners. Trustee Shapiro
seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
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DOCUMENT APPROVAL Trustee Oppenheim moved to approve the minutes
from the October 7, 2019 ,Board of Trustees
meeting and the October 2, 2019, Committee of the Whole meeting. Trustee Struthers seconded
the motion. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
BILLS AND PAYROLL Trustee Struthers moved to approve the Bills and
Payroll dated October 21, 2019. Trustee
Oppenheim seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Jester, Oppenheim, Seiden, Shapiro, Struthers (6)
NAYS: None (0)
PUBLIC COMMENT There were no Public Comments on non -agenda
items.
R F.POR TS
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF Assistant to the Director of Public Works and
THE PUBLIC WORKS AND Engineering Justin Keenan stated the Public
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT RE: Works department plows after 2 inches of snow has
NO PARKING RESTRICTIONS fallen.
He noted that the Village requests that residents not park on streets after 2 inches have fallen, but
the Municipal Code bans parking after 3 inches. For the safety of residents and plow drivers, the
Department requests that residents do not park on Village streets during plowing operations. As
part of the review process, staff completed a survey of neighboring communities and found
Deerfield was the only Municipality that barred parking after 3 inches of snow. He noted staff
would like to change the threshold to two inches in the Municipal Code.
Trustee Seiden moved to accept the report and recommendation of the Public Works and
Engineering Department regarding parking restrictions. Trustee Oppenheim seconded the
motion. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Jester, Oppenheim, Seiden, Shapiro, Struthers (6)
NAYS: None (0)
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION Mr. Keenan reported all food service businesses
OF THE PUBLIC WORKS AND that prepare food in-house are required to have a
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT RE: grease receiving system (GRS) installed to prevent
FATS, OILS AND GREASE PROGRAM grease from entering the sanitary sewer system.
The Village adopted an Ordinance in 2013 that
requires business to clean the GRS on an annual basis. In 2015, Lake County adopted an
Ordinance that includes a comprehensive fats, oils and grease (FOG) section. Staff recommends
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the Village adopt the Lake County Ordinance, as it will give staff the authority to enforce a
minimum size requirement and will prevent future sewer backups and keep the system in better
working condition. Staff also recommends the creation of a FOG permit that will be valid for 5
years.
Trustee Oppenheim moved to accept the report and recommendation of the Public Works and
Engineering Department regarding a FOG program. Trustee Benton seconded the motion. The
motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Jester, Oppenheim, Seiden, Shapiro, Struthers (6)
NAYS: None (0)
CONSENT AGENDA
ORDINANCE 0-19-29 AMENDING THE An Ordinance amending the Municipal Code of the
MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE VILLAGE Village of Deerfield to increase the penalty for
OF DEERFIELD TO INCREASE THE working without a permit. Second Reading.
PENALTY FOR WORKING WITHOUT
A PERMIT — 2R
ORDINANCE DISSOLVING THE An Ordinance dissolving the Sister City
SISTER CITY COMMISSION — 1R Commission. First Reading.
ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS An Ordinance amending Sections 2-156 and 2-158
2-156 AND 2-158 OF THE MUNICIPAL of the Municipal Code to eliminate the Safety
CODE TO ELIMINATE THE SAFETY Commission. First Reading.
COMMISSION — 1R
Trustee Oppenheim moved for First Reading of the
Ordinances and adoption of the Ordinance amending the Municipal Code of the Village of
Deerfield to increase the penalty for working without a permit. Trustee Seiden seconded the
motion. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Jester, Oppenheim, Seiden, Shapiro, Struthers (6)
NAYS: None (0)
OLD BUSINESS
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A CLASS
An Ordinance authorizing a Class A Special Sue for
A SPECIAL USE FOR A WELLNESS
a wellness center in Unit M (former Caliento
CENTER IN UNIT M (FORMER
Photography space) in Deerfield Square, located at
CALIENTO PHOTOGRAPHY SPACE)
720 Waukegan Road (Kirby Limited Partnership &
IN DEERFIELD SQUARE AT 720
Restore LLC). First Reading.
WAUKEGAN ROAD (KIRBY LIMITED
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PARTNERSHIP & RESTORE LLC) — 1R Mayor Rosenthal indicated the petitioner requested
a waiver of the First Reading. Trustee Struthers
was not in favor of the waiver. Trustee Struthers had a number of questions about the
intravenous treatments and who can get them and how the blood is handled. Chris Siavellis,
representing Deerfield Square, stated he would ensure the proposed tenant was available for the
Second Reading of the Ordinance. He noted they are licensed in the State of Illinois. Mayor
Rosenthal noted this would stand as a First Reading of the Ordinance.
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING TEXT
Mayor Rosenthal noted there were a few items that
AMENDMENTS TO THE DEERFIELD
came up at the last Board of Trustees meeting. First
ZONING ORDINANCE REGARDING
was criticism of what the Plan Commission did.
ZONING REGULATIONS FOR Mayor Rosenthal noted the Plan Commission is a
RECREATIONAL CANNABIS recommending body. Their charge is to recommend
BUSINESSES, INCLUDING or not recommend Zoning. The criticism that was
DISPENSARIES — 1R brought to them was unfounded. Second, the Board
of Trustees will not be voting on this Ordinance
tonight. There was an approval of the Report and Recommendation of the Plan Commission
which will be followed by a First Reading of the Ordinance tonight and a Second Reading of the
Ordinance on November 4.
The third criticism was that the Board comes to these meetings with their minds made up. The
Trustees study every item that comes before the Board. They listen to what the other Trustees
say as well as the visitors that speak. The Trustees may or may not change their minds based on
what is presented and discussed. The Board is responsible for representing the entire Village, not
just those that attend meetings. When someone is against something, they are more likely to
attend a meeting. Some of the recent decisions made by the Board include the assault weapon
ban, the Zion Woods affordable housing and the downtown redevelopment. The Board listened
to but did not agree with those opposing these issues. It is difficult to disagree with a room full of
people, but it is the Board's job to represent entire Village and weigh the pros and cons. She
asked for everyone to speak with respect.
Mr. Street reported at the October 7, 2019, Board of Trustees meeting, the Board accepted the
report and recommendation of the Plan Commission. Consistent with Plan Commission's report,
the Ordinance amends the Zoning Ordinance to: allow recreational dispensaries in the C-2
Outlying Commercial District and I-2 Limited Industrial District as a special use pursuant to
strict regulations; continue to prohibit all cannabis businesses in the Village other than
recreational dispensaries and medical cannabis dispensaries; and continue to prohibit all on -
premises consumption in the Village. In addition to the Plan Commission's report, the Mayor
and Village Staff prepared an addendum. The changes include:
• The Dispensary shall be required to check the government issued identification of every
customer purchasing cannabis; if a dispensary agent or employee believes or has reason
to believe that a sale of recreational cannabis is prohibited because of nonage of the
prospective recipient, he shall, before making such sale demand presentation of some
form of positive identification, containing proof of age, issued by a federal, state or
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county, or municipal government or subdivision or agency thereof, including but not
limited to, a motor vehicle operator's license, a registration certificate issued under the
federal selective service act, or an identification card issued to a member of the armed
forces. In addition, the employee may request a second form of positive identification
which confirms the authenticity of the first. For the purposes of preventing the violation
of this Special Use approval, any dispensary agent or employee, may refuse to sell
recreational cannabis to any person who is unable to produce adequate written evidence
of age and identity.
• A Special Use Permit for a dispensary for recreational cannabis shall prohibit sales or
offer for sale any cannabis or related products between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 8:00
A.M. on each day of the week. Further, a dispensary for recreational cannabis shall not be
open for business or admit the public to enter the premises during the hours within which
the sale of such recreational cannabis is prohibited.
The following was added:
Delay the effective date of the ordinance to allow review of expected State administrative
rules. Replace existing Section 8 of the draft Ordinance with the following: This
Ordinance will be in full force and effect from and after the occurrence of both of the
following: A. Its passage and approval in the manner provided by law; and B. The date
that is 60 days after date on which the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional
Regulation adopts administrative rules pursuant to and in furtherance of the Cannabis
Regulation and Tax Act ("IDFPR Rules"); provided that: (i) within such 60 day period
the Board of Trustees shall have the right but not the obligation, in its sole and absolute
discretion, to declare this Ordinance null and void and of no force or effect, which
declaration may be made by a resolution duly adopted by the Board of Trustees without
any further process or action; or (ii) in the event that the IDFPR Rules are not adopted
prior to July 1, 2020, the Board of Trustees shall have the right but not the obligation, in
its sole and absolute discretion, to declare this Ordinance null and void and of no force or
effect, at any time prior to August 1, 2020 by a resolution duly adopted by the Board of
Trustees without any further process or action. In the event that such declaration is not
made prior to August 1, 2020, this Ordinance will be in full force and effect from and
after August 1, 2020.
Mr. Elrod noted there is a deadline of July 1, 2020
Mayor Rosenthal noted there has been some misunderstanding on where a dispensary would be
allowed, according to the Village Ordinance and noted that the area around Tony's Subs is
prohibited.
Trustee Oppenheim clarified the change in the identification requirements. Originally, two forms
of identification were requited. Now, it is up to the clerk who is allowed to ask for a second form
of identification. Mr. Street noted this is similar to the liquor code. Trustee Jester does not like
having prospective applicants reimburse the Village for costs, as this is not done with any other
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special use. Trustee Oppenheim noted this was discussed, but has not been implemented with
other businesses. Trustee Shapiro believes this is different. He does not have an issue with how
it is drafted, as it provides additional control. The potential Ordinance is more restrictive than the
State level. Trustee Shapiro noted this is something the Village could chose to do. Mayor
Rosenthal noted medical marijuana will have a lower price than recreational.
Margaret Anderson is a 40-year resident of Deerfield. The recreational marijuana issue is close
to her heart. Her nephew told her marijuana was his gateway drug. The concept of keeping this
away from schools, parks and daycares is good, but does not represent the interest of the
constituents. She questioned whether the Trustees are protecting Deerfield homeowners,
residents and children. Ms. Anderson noted the Trustees are tasked to hold this type of business
to a harder line. She believes any distance is too close to the homeowners. There are a lot of
activities in Deerfield. This will be bad for the reputation of Deerfield. She asked the Trustees to
think long and hard about passing this Ordinance. There are no benefits.
Kim Roll -Wallace is a 25-year Deerfield resident. She spoke with some residents that were not
aware of the issue. She noted there is a lot of information available to residents, but not about
this issue. If you want to know how people feel, there needs to be a referendum. Ms. Roll -
Wallace noted the tax is for new expenses caused by allowing cannabis. She does not see the
financial benefits. She asked the Trustees to show residents the financial benefits, if there are
any.
Beth Bagg, a 48-year resident of Deerfield, discussed the risk to public safety. The word on the
street is that medical marijuana is being purchased and distributed to minors. She cited a recent
theft at the medical marijuana dispensary in Deerfield.
Matt Dawson, a DHS student, reported students are the future. The decision to bring a
recreational marijuana store to Deerfield begs the question of whether the Trustees want the
money or the students. You expect students to turn away from drugs, including marijuana, but
are putting more marijuana in Deerfield. College students will sell it to minors or minors will get
it from their parents. You are putting money over our principles. Please set the right example
for us.
Harold Dawson, a Deerfield resident, has not seen a lot of detail about the financials. He noted
that $10 million in sales will drive $500,000 in revenue for the Village. There will be some
things that come with this cost. This is an all cash business. Aside from traffic, the Village will
only net $200,000 - $250,000. That is just a little per home in the Village. The traffic of $10
million drives 66,000 transactions or 300-400 transactions per day. The average Starbucks sells
500 cups of coffee per day. Mr. Dawson urged the Trustees to do their research and share it with
Village residents so everyone knows the revenue expectations.
Dr. Jerry Leikin is a medical toxicologist. He provided medicinal data. There are 200 hospitals in
the State with four on the north shore, which account for the largest number of cases in the
Country. There is no quality control in the dispensaries. They do not know what they are selling.
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There is no pesticide analysis. You are letting an institution come in without control. There is no
analysis of the substances.
Dr. Robert Barkin, a 50-year resident and a professor at Rush Medical College and
pharmacologist, noted that cannabis use is tied to psychotic experiences. Regular marijuana use
changes patient needs. It is more potent than in the past. He cited a number of academic studies.
Dr. Barkin is a 50 year resident of Deerfield.
Peter Kearney, a 25-year resident, did not know about this until two days ago. He questioned
whether there was any detailed analysis about the medical conditions caused by medical
marijuana. He is a 25 year resident. Mr. Elrod noted the Village is considering a comprehensive
Zoning amendment and are not making any decisions on a dispensary. The Trustees are
volunteers and have outside professions. Mr. Kearney believes the community does not know
about this. There is no revenue problem in the community; but you have a spending problem. He
questioned whether this is based on financial impact. Property taxes in the Village have more
than doubled while home values are stagnant at best. Mr. Kearney believes the value of the
properties will go down if this passes.
Pat Anderson expressed concern about Illinois State law, the use of recreational marijuana by
adults and the ability to have dispensary. The State has made marijuana a reality, but local
jurisdictions have control over the sale of marijuana in their communities. He added that State
Representative Bob Morgan also stated the issue is a local issue. He believes there has been an
increase in local crimes and disagrees with Representative Morgan saying there has been no
increase in high school students use of marijuana.
Chris Lappe was in law enforcement for 30 years, including narcotics. One common
denominator is that marijuana leads to harder drug use, thefts, homicides, etc. Marijuana is not as
innocent as it appears to be.
Peter Greenfield is a 16-year resident. He is involved with Deerfield youth and thinks this is a
bad decision for our youth. He questioned whether the dispensaries would be inspected, and
whether the rules for inspection would be as stringent as FDA rules. In Oregon, only 3percent of
retail dispensaries have been inspected. They failed to meet the basic standards. No one can
answer the potency question as those standards have not been established. The FDA regulates
food, medicine, water and assists regulatory agencies with training, tech assistance, etc. They do
not regulate marijuana as it is illegal at the Federal level.
Dr. Adam Rubenstein specializes in internal and addiction medicine. He has faith in the Trustees
that they will be open minded and have attention to detail. He is actively involved and sees
people suffering. All of the patients that are addicted to opiates or oxycodone have smoked
marijuana or drank alcohol by age 12. There is a need to decrease the chance of first contact. Dr.
Rubenstein urged the Trustees to vote with what is right and protect the kids in Deerfield.
George Ybarra, a 3-year resident, chose Deerfield because it is a great community with great
schools. He lived in Denver before Colorado allowed marijuana. Before it was nice; now, there
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is a lot of riffraff. This is not the way we want Deerfield. He urged the Trustees not to allow a
dispensary in Deerfield. It is a choice. Make the right choice. He believes things will happen and
does not want people under the influence in Deerfield.
Chris Goodsnyder is a 21-year resident. He asked that the decision is guided by four principals.
Don't be hypocritical — how can we promote anti -drug programs and allow a dispensary here?
Be pragmatic — you would not banish it to the hidden confines of Kates Road. Zoning
restrictions are nonsensical. This is a message that is not consistent. Don't follow out of site out
of mind. Be consistent — there are no restrictions on storage of marijuana once purchased. If
there are children in the home, it should be stored under lock and key. Be honorable — do not
compromise ethics for dollars.
Gary Cooper noted everything has been said and he opposes allowing a dispensary.
Michelle Culver strongly opposes the Ordinance. Two weeks ago, several residents shared their
opinions and doctors shared facts. Many Trustees stated it is here now. The State has legalized it,
allows municipalities to opt out. The Village took a stand on assault weapons. Take a stand on
recreational marijuana and opt out.
Patrick Moorehead is a 47-year resident of Deerfield. Deerfield is a family -friendly community.
The emphasis has always been on family. Recent changes in Illinois law changed the playing
field. Revenue starved Illinois has approved recreational use of cannabis but that does not mean
Deerfield has to approve it. Before voting, consult ER physicians in Colorado and other areas
where recreational marijuana has been approved. Look at other suburbs that are saying no and
consider the impact. It is difficult for young people and parents to discuss drug use.
Trevor Vernier, 667 Carriage Way, does not believe a recreational marijuana dispensary has a
place in Deerfield. He does not believe Deerfield should be a frontrunner in this case. The
Village needs to understand the complications that may arise. Deefield's reputation could
change. Your vote is an important piece of this project The Village needs to analyze the long
term implications and we need to learn from mistakes.
Heather Ruffolo is a 40-year resident. She agrees with what the others have said. She did some
research. She noted that legalization signals marijuana is not dangerous and encourages teen use.
Regulating THC and raising taxes does not work as it increases the black market marijuana,
which is not taxed. Ms. Ruffolo believes we need to discourage young people from using
marijuana. Twenty years ago, the country moved to encourage lighter usage of marijuana and
opiates. We were wrong. Opiates are far riskier and cause more overdose deaths. Mental illness,
psychosis and violence are caused by marijuana use. Ms. Ruffolo asked the Village to be
proactive in educating children now by saying no. Educate them on the harmful effects of
marijuana that can cause addiction. The Village needs to set good example for young people.
Hazel Herzog is a 51-year resident of Deerfield. Forty years ago, a group of citizens started a
group to teach students about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. She hopes the Trustees will
rethink this.
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Lydia St John opted not to speak more on the topic at this time.
Neil Burmeister is involved with youth. One thing that struck him is when the Mayor stated
when people are against things, they come out in droves. He understands the Board is not voting
tonight and are looking at an Ordinance to change the Zoning laws. Just because you can do
something does not believe you should do something. You can choose to allow a recreational
cannabis dispensary in Deerfield, but it does not mean you should do it.
Craig Katz noted statistics can be viewed any way to get the result you want. He cited recent
studies that have data showing decreased youth use following recreational cannabis use approval.
The Village needs to look at all of the issues from all sides; there is more than just one side.
Cindy Aronson likes what Trustee Seiden said last time. He asked questions and did a cost
analysis. She agrees that it may be good to poll the residents to get a pulse of the community.
Some residents stated they did not know about this until two days ago. The Village needs more
communication. This is not legislating morality; rather it is a public health issue.
Elizabeth Adamczyk is a pharmacist and 28-year resident. She picked Deerfield for its
reputation. In Vancouver, two years ago, she noticed a recreational dispensary. Nearby, a
medical dispensary had a lounge to hang around. There was not supposed to smoking outside,
but there was always a smell. In a San Francisco public park, people were laying around and
were high. Ms. Adamczyk asked the Trustees to think. The first step is a dispensary. The second
step is a lounge and the third step is people high in a public park. Recreational marijuana comes
in many forms including brownies and cookies. It will change the perception of children.
Ying is a Deerfield resident. Some marijuana looks like candy, but it is laced with THC. There
are many incidents where students eat this candy and end up in hospital. Last year, 19 students in
San Francisco were sent to a hospital because of laced candy. Alcohol labels have a warning.
Marijuana products come in many forms. They are very dangerous. Children five and younger
are poisoned by edible marijuana. Please think twice.
Trustee Shapiro noted the Trustees do not come to meetings with predetermined decisions. They
go through a process to make appropriate considerations. The Trustees are considering and
hearing what has been said. This is not a money issue for him. Please understand comments from
the residents resonate with the Trustees. It is ok to disagree and be different, but do not be
disagreeable.
Trustee Seiden has made up his mind. He believes that if any Trustee changes their mind, it is
because residents came out with forceful words. Thank you for coming out.
Trustee Oppenheim noted one resident discussed inspections and quality control. The Trustees
are waiting for a report from the State that discusses how these facilities will be inspected and
what the quality control will be as well as the potency. They added to the Ordinance that the
Village is waiting to get these results. Mr. Elrod noted the State has preempted regulations.
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Trustee Oppenheim noted the Village is insisting on quality control and will not allow a lounge
for smoking cannabis. The Trustees are hearing the concerns. Many of the same concerns were
raised by the Trustees as well.
Trustee Struthers noted this is an unregulated plant. The FDA regulates drugs and foods and this
does not qualify. Researchers have not been able to research cannabis because it is illegal. The
Trustees have a difficult decision. Trustee Struthers noted kids are getting it now.
This will stand as a First Reading of the Ordinance.
NEW BUSINES
AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE Chief Sliozis would like to execute an agreement
AGREEMENT WITH DISTRICT 109 with School District 109 for a School Resource
REGARDING A SCHOOL RESOURCE Officer. They are in negotiations and hope to move
OFFICER forward in January 2020. The proposed terms are
similar to the high school. The school district will
pay 75 percent of the salary and benefits. The officer will be assigned for nine months. The
program at Deerfield High School has been very successful. Chief Sliozis is still working out the
rotation details and it will be finalized more next year.
Trustee Seiden questioned whether Riverwoods should participate as well. Chief Sliozis noted
they are already supporting the schools and would be a relatively small number.
Trustee Struthers moved to execute the agreement with District 109 regarding a school resource
officer. Trustee Oppenheim seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Jester, Oppenheim, Seiden, Shapiro, Struthers (6)
NAYS: None (0)
ORDINANCE 0-19-30 INCREASING
THE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED
PATROL OFFICERS
Chief Sliozis reported the Department needs to
add one additional patrol officer due to the previous
agreement.
The new officer will not be assigned to District 109. They will get a more experienced officer.
Trustee Oppenheim moved to waive the First Reading of the Ordinance. Trustee Struthers
seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Jester, Oppenheim, Seiden, Shapiro, Struthers (6)
NAYS: None (0)
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Trustee Seiden moved for Second Reading and adoption of the Ordinance. Trustee Benton
seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Jester, Oppenheim, Seiden, Shapiro, Struthers (6)
NAYS: None (0)
DISCUSSION
DANGERS OF OIL CARS ON TRAINS Trustee Struthers heard three speakers discuss the
dangers of oil cars on trains at a recent forum. She
explained Canada has gone to one person per train, resulting in a tired engineer setting the air
brakes instead of using the electric brakes. This resulted in a destroyed town with 47 casualties.
Trustee Struthers noted most of the regulators are former executives of railroad companies. The
people who organized the forum are fighting to keep both an engineer and a conductor on each
train. The third speaker was a former fire chief from Oregon. There was a derailment in his town
and they successfully kept the trains from catching on fire and burning down the town. There
was a lot of track repair. There are derailments and coal and oil are in our towns and we need to
ensure safety. Mayor Rosenthal noted the Federal government is looking at going to one person
per train and suggested asking our Federal representatives.
MAGELLAN HOUSTON
FAMILY NIGHT
PENSION CONSOLIDATION
Mayor Rosenthal attended an event at Magellan
Corporation where Billie Jean King spoke.
Mayor Rosenthal attended the South Park School
Family Night and read books to the students.
Mayor Rosenthal reported pension consolidation is
Under consideration in Illinois. The Task Force
prepared a report. She is waiting to see what will happen. It could save municipalities a lot of
money.
FARMER'S MARKET St. Gregory's Church will host a Farmers Market
every other Saturday starting October 16 thru April
18. The Village is helping to promote it. There will be between 7 and 14 vendors, including
Farmer Nick, the meet vendor.
FALL LEAF COLLECTION Mr. Street reported fall leaf collection started this
week.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business or discussion,
Trustee Oppenheim moved to adjourn the meeting.
Trustee Benton seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. The
meeting was adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
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The next regular Board of Trustees meeting will take place on Monday, November 4, 2019, at
7:30 p.m.
APPROVED:
Mayor
ATTEST:
Village Clerk