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07/10/1961• Trustee Hearn then moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the Board of Zoning Appeals be directed to hold a public hearing on Mr. LeSueur's request for a variation. Motion carried unanimously. There being no further business, on motion by Trustee Mandler, seconded by Trustee Hearn, the meeting was adjourned to,July 10, 1961 at 8 :00 p.m. due to the date of the regular meeting falling on the July 4th holiday. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVED:, President ATTEST: Vi 11age Clerk July 10, 1961 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, July 10, 1961 at 8 :05 p.m. The clerk called the roll and reported the following were Present: David C. Whitney, President Ira K. Hearn, Jr. John A. S. Lindemann James E. Mandler Maurice C. Petesch Winston S. Porter Absent: John F. Aberson and that a quorum was present and in attendance at the meeting. Mr. Norris Stilphen, Village Manager, was also present. Approve $875 to Greengard Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Greenwood Storm Sewer S/A Lindemann, that the Board approve extra engin- eering costs of $875 to Charles Greengard.and Associates for additonal engineering on the Greenwood Storm Sewer Special Assess- ment project, as previously approved by the Board of Local Improvements. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Hearn, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Potter (5) Nays: None (0) Moved by Trustee Hearn, seconded by Trustee Mandler, and carried unanimously, that minutes of the meeting held June 26, 1961 be approved and posted in the lobby for public inspection. Appropriation Ordinance Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Hearn, 0 -61 -25 that the annual Appropriation Ordinance be dopted for the fiscal year beginning May 1, 1961 and ending April 30, 1962, with total appropriations of $1,405,527. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Hearn, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) Sign Ordinance To Committee Trustee Mandler, thlit Trust, Commission, Board of Zoning proposed ordinance, and the ordinance. Motion carried Discussion was had regarding the proposed Sign Ordinance. Trustee Petesch moved, seconded by ae Porter chair a committee of members of the Plan Appeals and Building Board of Appeals, to review the Plan Commission hold a public hearing on the revised unanimously. I Appoint George Ricker The Manpower" Commission's recommendations having Bd. of Police Commissioners been received, President Whitney appointed Mr. George S. Ricker, 1333 Warrington Road, to the Board of Police and Fire Commissioners as the employee member. Trustee Petesch moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the appointment of Mr. Ricker be approved. Motion carried unanimously. The Manpower Commission will be requested to submit names of persons qualified to serve on the Community Relations and Communications Committee. Resignation - Hunter Johnson A letter of resignation was received from Mr. Bd. of Police Commissioners Hunter Johnson, Board of Police Commissioners, who is moving from the Village. Trustee Petesch moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the Village Manager be directed to write Manager was directed to continue negotiations Mr.. Johnson, expressing the Board's appreciation for his outstanding servicee to with the University on the terms the Village. Appoint Committee Re: Motion carried unanimously. Shepard Law Suit Ordinance - Community Relations Trustee Hearn moved, seconded by Trustee Petesch, & Communications Committee that an ordinance be adopted establishing a Discussion was had of the zoning 0 -61 -26 Community Relations and Communications Committee, e anything that would be harmful to the residents. setting terms of appointment, purpose and function Trustee Porter was appointed by of the committee, objectives and general operating policies. Adopted by the following a meeting with Mr. Shepard in an vote: stated that Nr. Babcock, zoning attorney, had not been contacted in connection with thi.s matter. Ayes: Hearn, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) The Manpower Commission will be requested to submit names of persons qualified to serve on the Community Relations and Communications Committee. Resolution - Approve The question of widening Deerfield Road through the Deerfield Rd. Widening use of County and Federal funds was discussed at length, as well as the proposed North Avenue - Berkeley Road improvement. Mr. Karl Berning, West Deerfield Township Supervisor, read a copy of a-letter addressed to Governer Kerner in which the writer opposed the North Avenue - Berkeley Road construction as a misuse of public monies. A letter was received in favor of the North Avenue improvement. After further discussion, Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Hearn, that the folly ing resolution be adopted: RESOLVED by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Deerfield, that: The plans 6f, the County and Federal Government be approved for the widening of Deerfield Road from the East Village limits to Rosemary Terrace in accordance with the plans and specifications heretofore prepared, and pursuant to the agreement that trees and sidewalks be replaced. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: '-learn, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (4) Nays: Lindemann (1) The Manager was requested by the President to list all study committees on each agenda in order that no report may be overlooked. He was directed to get the opinion of the Attorney General on the new Municipal Justice legislation. S.P.E.B.S.Q.A. Sign The request by S.P.E.B.S.Q.A. fpr a permit for a sign was referred to the Village Manager to investigate the feasibility of adding this title to the signs erected by the Chamber of Commerce at the entrances to the Village. Is Johns 'Aopkins Study The contract with Johns Hopkins University for a sewerage study was presented, and referred to the Village Attorney for review. Toe Manager was directed to continue negotiations with the University on the terms of said contract. Appoint Committee Re: Letters were read from Attorney Thomas Matthews Shepard Law Suit regarding negotiated settlement of the Shepard Mandamus suit (Deerfield Garden Apartments). Discussion was had of the zoning issues involved, and President Whitney stated the Board had no intention of doing anything that would be harmful to the residents. Trustee Porter was appointed by the President to work with Mr. Stilphen to arrange a meeting with Mr. Shepard in an attempt to resolve the problems. The Manager stated that Nr. Babcock, zoning attorney, had not been contacted in connection with thi.s matter. Resolution - Approve The question of widening Deerfield Road through the Deerfield Rd. Widening use of County and Federal funds was discussed at length, as well as the proposed North Avenue - Berkeley Road improvement. Mr. Karl Berning, West Deerfield Township Supervisor, read a copy of a-letter addressed to Governer Kerner in which the writer opposed the North Avenue - Berkeley Road construction as a misuse of public monies. A letter was received in favor of the North Avenue improvement. After further discussion, Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Hearn, that the folly ing resolution be adopted: RESOLVED by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Deerfield, that: The plans 6f, the County and Federal Government be approved for the widening of Deerfield Road from the East Village limits to Rosemary Terrace in accordance with the plans and specifications heretofore prepared, and pursuant to the agreement that trees and sidewalks be replaced. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: '-learn, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (4) Nays: Lindemann (1) The Manager was requested by the President to list all study committees on each agenda in order that no report may be overlooked. He was directed to get the opinion of the Attorney General on the new Municipal Justice legislation. S.P.E.B.S.Q.A. Sign The request by S.P.E.B.S.Q.A. fpr a permit for a sign was referred to the Village Manager to investigate the feasibility of adding this title to the signs erected by the Chamber of Commerce at the entrances to the Village. Is 70 Approve Purchase Police Car Two bids were received on a police patrol car Holmes Motors $2,275 as follows: BIDDER! MAKE NET COST (Includes trade -in) Glenview Motor Sales Lark (1962) $2,170.00 Glenview Holmes Motors Ford (1961) $2,275.00 Highland Park Trustee Petesch moved, seconded by Trustee Lindemann, that the Board accept the bid of Holmes Motors, Highland Park, for a 1961 Ford at a price of $2,275.00. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Hearn, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) Trustee Hearn recommended, and the Board approved, that a basic policy of vehicle replacement be established for all departments of the Village, and the Manager was directed to work with Department heads to evaluate the economic life of vehicles. Ordinance - Zoning Amendment Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Petesch, M- Manufacturing Regulations that the rules be waived to permit action on a 0 -61 -27 zoning amendment establishing new manufacturing regulations and parking requirements for manu- facturing establishments, at its first presentation. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Hearn, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) Trustee Mandler then moved, seconded by Trustee Hearn, that the said ordinance be adopted. Upon roll call the vote was as follows, and the ordinance was declared passed: Ayes: Hearn, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) Zoning Amendment in Pamphlet Trustee Petesch moved, seconded by Trustee Lindemann, that the Manufacturing Zoning Amend- ment be published in pamphlet form in the interests of economy. Motion carried unanimously. Approve $4939.33 to Mayer Paving The Manager reported that Westgate improvements Westgate Public Benefit along four sideyards had been constructed on a cash basis instead of by special assessments, and the Village's share of the cost as a Public Benefit amounted to $4,939.33. Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Petesch, that payment of $4,939.33 be approved to Mayer Paving for Public Benefits. Adopted by the folly ing vote: Ayes: Hearn, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) The meeting recessed at 9:55 p.m., and was reconvened at 10 :00 p.m., with Village Attorney Matthews present. Time Extension - The contractor for the improvements to the Sewage Sewage Plant Contract Treatment plant requested a time extension for completion of the plant. Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Lindemann, that the'request be granted. Motion carried unanimously. A report from the Village Attorney was read, in connection with the location of the Deerfield Commons sign in the roadway on Lot 7, Bleimehl's Sub- division, in which he stated the risk to the Village was remote and no public liability coverage appeared necessary. Delinquent S!A Letter A letter prepared by the Village Attorney to be Approved sent to delinquent special assessments accounts was presented for approval. Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Porter, that the letter be approved and sent to such accounts with a statement showing the amount delinquent. Motion carried unanimously. Approve Blietz -Nixon Sign 100 Waukegan Road east side, the petitioner moved, seconded by Trustee Appeals be accepted, and a 71 The Board of Zoning Appeals recommended that approval be given Blietz -Nixon for an 8 ft. x 24 ft. sign to be located in the 100 block of Waukegan Road on the laving requested a 12 ft. x 36 ft. sign. Trustee Porter Mandler, that the recommendation of the Board of Zoning permit issued for said sign. Motion carried unanimously. Approve Variation Lot Q The Board of Zoning Appeals recommended approval of Owner's Division a variation to Mr. Haaken Lunde, to permit the subdivision of Lot "Q', Owner's Division, into four lots having frontages of 82 ft. instead of 100 ft. frontage required Ln R -1 Districts. Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Porter, that the recommendation of the Board of Zoning Appeals be accepted,'and an ordinance be prepared granting said variation. Motion carried unanimously. Approve Tax Payment $1378.24 The Manager and Attorney discussed taxes owed Antes Property on the Antes property acquired by the Village, a portion of which was sold to the Township, the amount of delinquent taxes being $1378.24 due to Jean Castles and Harvey Smith, the purchasers of the taxes. Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Porter, that the Board approve payment in order to clear title to the property, said payment to be m ade from the General Administrative miscellaneous account. Roll call was as follows: Ayes: Hearn, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) Police Department reference to the Board of Pol and Chief of Police. Trustee existing rules bee studied by and Chief of Police, and that A lengthy discussion was had regarding the administra- tion of the Police Departm ent., with specific ice Commissioners, the Village Board, Village Manager Hearn proposed and the Board concurred, that copies of a committee consisting of the Village Attorney, Manager copies of rules be given each Board member. Legislative Action A communication was received from the Illinois Munici- pal League regarding certain bills affecting municipalities. Trustee Lindemann moved, seconded by Trustee Petesch, that the Manager be directed to write to the proper State officials, expressing the Village's opposition to H.B. 999 -1199, establishing minimum fire::and police salaries, (adding -that the Village exceeds these minimums); H.B. 945 -948, requring publication of the complete Treasurer's report and establishing penalties; and H.B. 1653, transferring $19,million from M.F.T. to the State General Revenue Fund, and supporting the Planning Bill, H.B. 1324. Motion carried unanimously. Oppose Business Rezoning SE Corner Sanders & Deerfield of Deerfield and Sanders Road the Deerfield Village Hall on Trustee Lindemann, that the B as constituting "spot zoning" Motion carried unanimously. A notice of hearing was received from the Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals on the petition of John Sheridan to rezone property on-the Southeast corner to Business classification, said hearing to be held in July 25, 1961. Trustee Petesch moved, seconded by card go on record as opposing the petitioned rezoning and detrimental to the orderly development of the area. The Manager reported that Dr. Arthur Baker, Lake County Health Department, and Mr. Ben Leland, State Sanitary Water Board, would make an inspection of the National Brick Company clay pit on Tuesday, July 11, 1961 at 2 :30 p.m. in connection with a proposed sanitary landfill operation. He further reported Mr. Benjamin oft-the Countryside Water Company had requested plans of the County Line Road water main, and permission to construct a pit with a cross connection with the Village water system. It was the consensus of the Board it would be detrimental to the Village. Trustee Porter suggested that Countryside be Permitted to build the pit with no cross connection, with a standby charge of $100 per month. Trustee Porter was requested to check into the proposed Forest Preserve site north of the High School. The public hearing on proposed 'sites will be held Wednesday, July 26, 1961 at 1 :30 p.m. in the Court House.