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September 4, 1962
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 t.ie
Village fall on Monday, September 4, 1962 at 8 :40 p.m. The clerk called the
roll and reported the following were
Present: David C. Whitney, President
John A. S. Lindemann
James E. Mandler
Winston S. Porter
Absent: John F. Aberson
Ira K. Hearn
Maurice C. Petesch
and that a quorum was present and i.n attendance at the meeting. Also present were
Messrs. Seymour Axelrood, representing the Village Attorney; Norris Stilphen,
manager; and Robert Bowen, building commissioner.
Moved by Trustee Porter, seconded by Trustee Lindemann, that minutes of the
regular meeting held August 20, 1962 be approved as submitted. Motion carried
unanimously.
1st Presentation - Ordinance The first presentation was made of an ordinance
Stop Signs amending tie Traffic Ordinance by authorizing the
installation of stop signs at various locations in
the Village.
Authorize Employment President Whitney proposed that Trustee Porter and
Planning Consultant Mr. Peter Weinert, Chairman of the Plan Commission,
be authorized to employ the Planning firm of Stuart
Associates, if a favorable reply- is recebved regarding services and price, in
order that that their services be made.'available to the Plan Commission as soon as
possible. Trustee Lindemann moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that Trustee Porter
and Mr. Weinert be authorized to employ Stuart Associates as Planning Consultants
under the conditions stated by the President. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Lindemann, Mandler, Poster, Whitney (4)
Nays:, None (0)
Reports on the past year's activities were received from the Safety Council,
Board of Zoning ppeals, and the Building Board of Appeals. The manager summarized
these reports and was directed to sent then to the newspapers.
Sidewalks The manager reported on progress on the sidewalk
program, stating that Mr. Valenti had constructed
walks in Briarwoods Subdivision, and the Park District had compitted the walk at
the Jardine property, had started'at Pear Tree today, and Floral Park would be
started soon. He reported that he had been advised by Mr. Amstutz, the County
Superintendent of Highways, that sidewalks on Deerfield Road east from Carlisle to
the bridge were not a part of the Deerfield Road improvement project, ,and, were a
Village responsibility. He recommended the Village construct the sidewalks using
Motor Fuel Tax Funds, which would be quicker than a. special assessment.
The President suggested that the Village manager talk to the City manager
of Highland Park regarding the disconnection of lots lying between the bridge and
King's Cove Subdivision, and annexation of these lots to the Village, or if this cannot
be effectuated, sidewalks be constructed from Carlisle to King's Cove as a joint
project. He pointed out that this walk was more of a public benefit since the
construction was along a state highway, and would not establish a precedent for other
residential streets.
The building commissioner was directed to notify Blietz -Nixon to construct
walks in the entrance park of King's Cove to Deerfield Road. The Brierhill Road
entrance posts will be brought to the attention of the Safety.Council as a pssible
traffic hazard.
The extension of the sidewalk from Northwoods Drive to the gravel ' wa l k to the
High school was discussed, the manager reporting the Division of Highways would not
approve any further construction, since the existing walk was a special job done in
conjunction with shoulder work. President Whitney asked that a written report be
requested from the Division of Highways.
The manager and Mr. Bowen will study the matter and report their recommendations
-to the Beard.
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MFT Projects The manager reported the work was completed on
the Wincanton- Westgate resurfacing, and 12 inches
of resurfacing material had been put on Deerfield Road from Rosemary to Waukegan
Road, the job to be completed shortly. ie reported the Village employees were
repairing a collapsed culvert at the underpass, and the pavement would be
resurfaced using part of the 100 tons of blacktop given to the Village by tie
State.
Volkswagen The manager reported that the attorney for Volks-
wagen had indicated his client would not be inter-
ested in annexing to the Village unless some inducements were offered such as
paying for part of the cost of sewer and water. In any event, annexation would
not be considered until the building is completed. Trustee Mandler stated th :ire
would be the same opposition of residents if annexation were to be reconsidered.
Fire Prevention Code The Buildiing Board of Appeals recommended the
adoption of a Fire Prevention Code. This matter
will be placed on the agenda for the next meeting, a copy of the Code to be sent
to the Village attorney for his comments.
Approve Deputy Fire Marshals Fire Marshal Elmer Krase suggested thet all
members of the Fire Department be deputized.
for inspection purposes, that identification cards be issued to all Deputy
Marshals, and 2 badges be purchased for identification. Trustee Porter moved,
seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the Board authorize action to deputize all
members of theFire Department, and the expenditure for i'dentificat'on cards and
two badges be approved. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Lindemann, Mandler, Porter, Whitney (4)
Nays: None (0)
Ordinance- Liquor License An ordinance was presented and read establishing
Fees (0- 62 -36) the liquor license fee for Class C- private
golf club license at $1,000 per year. Trustee
Porter moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the rules be waived to permit
action on the said ordinance at its first prevention. Adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Lindemann, Mandler, Porter, Whitney (4)
Nays: None (0)
Changes were made in the text: ob the ordinance for claritication.
Trustee Porter than moved, seconded by Trustee Lindemann, that the ordinance
as changed be adopted. The ordinance was passed by the tollowing vote:
Ayes: Lindemann, Mandler, Porter, Whitney (4)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Approve Bohannan Resub. The Plan Commission recommended approval of the
Bohannan Resubdivision of three lots. Trustee
Porter moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the resubdivision be approved,
and execution of the plat be authorized.
Motion carried unanimously.
Sales Tax in General account Trustee Porter moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler,
that sales tax funds not be kept in a separate
account of the General Fund. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Lindemann, Mandler, Porter, Whitney (4)
Nays: None (0)
Approve P44 ns - Wilmot Bridge The manager reported it appeared to be impossible
to complete -the Wilmot Road bridge this year,
since the design had not been completed until a week ago, bids must be advertised:
for three weeks, opened by the Board of Supervisors, and approved by the State.
He stated that, if the Village wanted to proceed with construction this year, a
temporary bridge could be installed, with an increase in cost of approximately
$2500.. Trustee Porter moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the plans for
the Wilmot bridge be approved, with construction to be started by June 15, 1963
and completion by September 1, 1963. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Lindemann, Mandler, Porter, Whitney (4)
Nays: None (0)
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Approve Sewer -Water Permits The building commissioner recommended that the Board
1st National Bank approve the issuance of sewer and water permits for
the First National Bank building prior to the issuance
of the building permit, due to the resurfacing of Deerfield Road. He stated water and
sanitary sewer connections would be made to mains in Deerfield Road, and storm drainage
would follow the natural contours of the land and drain into Deerfield Commons storm
sewers. Trustee Porter moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the Board authorize
the issuance of partial permits to the First National Bank for underground connections.
Motion carried unanimously.
The meeting was recessed at 10 :05 p.m. and re- convened at 10 :10 p.m.
Bd. Of Zoning Appeals The Board of Zoning Appeals report was read recommending
Re: Bendinelli Variation denial of the petition of Mrs. Bendinelli for a
variation to permit the operation of a doctor's and
a dentist's office i•n her residence at 956 Deerfield Road. Pertinent ordinances
were read, and Trustee Porter reviewed the background of the matter. After discussion,
Trustee Porter moved, seconded by Trustee Lindemann, that the report of the Board of
Zoning Appeals be accepted and discussed further at the next meeting.
' Motion.carried unanimously.
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The manager reported bids for sidewalk construction in the Walden School area
would be received September 17, 1962.
School Crossing Guards A lengthy discussion was had on the need for more school
crossing guards, members of the Board of Education
of School District 109 being present, and parents of children who must cross either
Deerfield Road or Waukegan Road to reach school. It was pointed out that both these
roads are state highways, and normal traffic breaks did not occur with sufficient
frequency to permit school children to cross safely. Tt was the consensus of the
Village Board that the school should pay the costs for crossing guards, since it was
a school responsibility, or that it might be possible for the PTA to promote a
pro §ram of volunteers for guard duty. Costs-of stop lights and crossing lights were
discussed, the manager pointing out that State approval was required for such
installations.
The School•Board - stated there were no funds available to them to payj or
crossing guards, and the School Code did not permit such expenditures. They stated
schoolboy patrols were not practl-cal, since the heavy traffic on Deerfield Road and
Waukegan Road would place too great a respohsibility on the children.
The manager stated the schools had been.notified in May that only three guards
would be furnished this year, one for each of the two school districts and one for
lio:ly Cross.
Approve Crossing Guards President Whitney proposed that the Village pay the cost
for 3 Months of two additional crossing guards, one at Maplewood
and one at the Osterman - Waukegan intersection for a
period of three months, the School Board to notify the Village Board within two
weeks whether they would hold a referendum to increaee the tax base to provide for
adult safety patrols, and if in the event the decision is made the School Board will
not go for a referendum, the Village will hold a referendum for a tax increase.
Trustee Porter moved, seconded by Trustee Lindemann, that President Whitney's
proposal be approved, and two additional crossing guards be hired to start September
5, if possible. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Lindemann, Mandler, Porter, Whitney (4)
Nays: None (0)
President Whitney invited the School Board to meet with the Village Board
on September 17, at 7:30 p.m. to discuss referenda.
Deny Rockenbach Rezoning
petition to rezone the lot at
R -7 Multiple - family District.
the Board approve the recomme
denied.
Motion carried unanimously..
A report was
recommending
the southwest
Trustee Port
ndation of the
received from the Plan Commission
denial of miss Irene Rockenbach's
corner of Central and Elm Street to the
ar moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that
Plan Commission, and the petition be
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A report was received from the building commissioner regarding the
awarding of the contract for two trucks to Schuster, Inc., the low bidder
being Fergus Ford. He reported Schuster Inc. had agreed to reduce their bid
by $160.12, making them the low bidder. President Whitney suggested that in
preparing bid forms a line be added for Sales Tax.
Electrical Commission The manager reported that two members appointed
to the Electrical _Commission did not conform to
the statutory requirements for such appointments. The matter was referred to
the Village attorney for clarification. The manager was directed to write to
Messrs. Russell Walther and Bud Davis, requesting their resignations, since
they do not qualifiy for appointment, and asking them to serve in an advisory
capacity.
The letter from the People to People Group asking for information
regarding Sister City affiliation was turned over to the manager to answer.
The manager reported a new type of vehicle sticker had been ordered
which can be applied to cold windshields.
No action was takn on the Notice from the' - Divi;sion of Waterways regarding
an application from the Chicago Sanitary District for a sewer crossing under the
middle fork of the North Branch of the Chicago River at the Edens Spur.
1st Presentation- Ordinances The first presentation was made of two ordinances,
Lot R,Owner's Div. Rezoning the first a zoning amendment reclassifying Lot R,
Additions to Permitted Uses Owner's Division, the second a zoning amendment
M- Districts adding certain additional permitted uses in the M-
Manufacturing District. The President directed
that copies be sent to the Plan Commission for review.
Trustee Lindemann asked that a Housing Code be drawn up for consideration
by the Board.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11 :55 p.m.
APPROVED:
President
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
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