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01/07/19632-29 the Village, which could be done in three phases: (1) immediate needs; (2) "secondary needs; and (3) future needs. After discussion of the Safety Council's recommendation, Trustee Hearn moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the Manager be directed to get information from the Satety Council on what are felt to be immediate needs for street lighting. . Motion carried unanimously. A letter was received from Mrs. Marjorie Emery asking that her name be removed from the Sister City Committee, and stating she would be happy to do any secretarial work requested by the Committee. The manager reported a police squad car had been involved in an accident on County Line Road caused by the failure of an employee of one of the plants on County Line Road to stop before driving onto County Line Road. The President pro tem suggested that the manager write to the companies asking them to warn employees to drive safely and cautiously. Discussion was had on enforcement of the ordinance prohibiting the parking of commercial vehicles in a residential district. It was the consensus of the Board that notices be sent to all violators of the ordinance. 1st Presentation - Ordinance The first presentation was made of an ordinance Election for Police Tax calling an election on the proposition to levy a tax of .15 of 1% for police protection. Discussion was had on the amount to be raised by such a tax., There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:59 p.m. APPROVED: President ATTEST: (2���, -6 Vi l lage Clerk January 7, 1963 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 7, 1963 at 8:35 p.m. The clerk called the roll and reported the following were Present: David C. Whitney, President John F. Aberson John A. S. Lindemann James E. Mandler Maurice C. Petesch Winston S. Porter Absent: Ira K. Hearn, Jr. and that a quorum was present and in attendance at the meeting. Also present were Messrs. Seymour Axelrood, representing the Village attorney, and Norris Stilphen, manager. Moved by Trustee Aberson, seconded'by Trustee Petesch, that minutes of the regular meeting held December 17, 1962 be approved as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Approve Sale - Obsolete The manager reported he had received bids on the Trucks to Reiland & Bree sale of obsolete trucks owned by the Village as fol lows: Dawson Bros. 1947 Dump $ 225.00: Reiland & Bree 1955 Pickup 35.00 1947 Dump 200.00 1951 Dump 150.00 230 Tazioli & Venturi John Banks 1951 Dump $ 111.00 1947 Dump 111.00 1955 Pickup 30.00 1955 Pickup 38.00 1951 Dump 108.00 1947 Dump 106.00 Trustee Petesch moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the Board authorize the sale of the three trucks to Reiland and Bree at their bid price of $385.00. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Aberson, U ndemann, Mandler, Petesch,Porter (5) Nays: None (0)' Ordinance - Bendinelli The ordinance was read granting a variation in Variation - 956 Deerfield Rd. accordance with the request of Mrs. Sally (0 -63 -1) Bendinelli to permit, in addition to one apart- ment, two offices fora doctor or dentist at 956 Deerfield Road, the variation to continue only for so long as Mrs. Bendinelli or her daughter remain in occupancy and ownership. A letter was received from Mr. Allyn Frank opposing the variation. After discussion of the background of the use of the premises, Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Lindemann, that the said ordinance be adopted. The ordinance was passed by the following vote: Ayes: Aberson, Lindemann,•Mandler, Petesch (4) Nays: Porter (1) The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof. 1st Presentation - Ordinance The first presentation was made of an ordinance Excess Facility Rates establishing excess facility rates for water and sewer services in Manufacturing Districts for users whose demands for services exceed the design capacity of the water and sewerage systems. Discussion was had on including 0 & R and Business zoned properties in the ordinance, and these charges be made a condition of annexation for property presently outside the Village. Trustee Mandler proposed these matters be discussed at a meeting on January 10th. Ordinance - Vacation Part The ordinance was read vacating part of the of Deerfield Road Right -of -Way Deerfield Road right -of -way at 45 Deerfield 0 -63 -2 Road, which is no longer needed for street pur- poses, reserving the right to maintain, install, and repair any public utility installation in the vacated portion. Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee-Aberson, that the said ordinance be adopted. Upon roll call, the ordinance was passed by the following vote: Ayes: Aberson, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof. Report - Truck Parking The Building Commissioner reported notices had been sent to 38 residents who were parking com- mercial vehicles in residential districts in violation of the zoning ordinance. Of these, 21 had been abated, 7 had filed appeals, and action was pending on 10. Cancel Contract The manager submitted a report showing prices Petroleum Products paid by nearby municipalities for petroleum products, indicating that Deerfield was paying more than some other municipalities. Trustee Petesch moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the contract holder be notified of cancellation of the contract, and the manager be directed to advertise for bids. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Aberson, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) President Whitney suggested that, in taking bid$,:tbe bidder be requested to specify whether or not he would give the same prices to other taxing bodies, such as schools, library, etc. and that the manager contact the,school purchasing people if they would like to enter into contracts with the Village in order to get a more favorableh,price. Mr. Stilphen pointed out that -some communities received more from Gas Companies under the terms of the company's franchise, and 1 1 231 that the representatives of the North Shore Gas Company had:stated they might be willing to give one therm per customer, but would want an extension of their franchise if the matter were re- opened. President Whitney suggested the Gas Company might be willing to convert the Village heating equipment to gas as part of the extension of the franchise. Deny Mauer Variation A report was received from the Board of Zoning Appeals recommending teat a variation be denied to permit Dr. Mauer to use the residence at 924 Deerfield Road for a doctor's office, but a case exists for a legal non - conforming use. Mr. Raff, Chairman of the Board of Zoning Appeals, explained the reasons for the recommendation. Trustee Mandler moved, seconded by Trustee Aberson, that the Board accept the recommendation of the board of Zoning Appeals, and the variation be denied. Motion carried unanimously. Approve Rollheiser Variation The Board of Zoning Appeals recommended t at a variation be granted to Mr. ,ilex Rollheiser to permit the construction of a multiple family building on a 50 it. lot at 1115 Waukegan Road, basing their recommendation on the outcome of the Tanelian law suit on similar circumstances. Trustee Lindemann moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the Board accept the recommendation of the Board of Zoning Appeals,.and the ordinance be prepared granting the said variation. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Aberson, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) Authorize $1500 to Move The manager reported he had received estimates of Butler Building $1200 to $1485 for dismantling and moving the Butler building offered to the Vi'l lage without ciarge by the Pacific Flush Tank Company. He stated the building could be brick veneered, and would be used for-storage of equipment which is presently stored outside. Trustee Petesch moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that the Board accept the building, and authorize the expenditure of up to $1500 for dismantling and moving the building to the Village garage site. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Aberson, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) Approve Special Census The manager reported a special census could be taken at a cost of 15 cents per person, and Motor Fuel Tax income, based on the estimated increase in population, would increase by $10,000 for the first year, and approximately $13,000 per year thereafter. Trustee Petesch moved, seconded by Trustee Aberson, that the Board authorize the application for a special census. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Aberson, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) The.meeting recessed at 10:00 p.m. and was 'reconvened at 10 :15 p.m. Trustee Aberson moved, seconded by Trustee Mandler, that tie Village attorney be directed to take legal steps on the collection of Special Assessment #92. The manager reported that the State Highway Department had suggested steps to be taken in the renovation of the stop lights at Deerfield and Waukegan Roads, which would tend to keep costs below the amount estimated, and this information had been sent to Baxter and Woodman, Engnneers. Approve $175 -Plat of Survey of survey of toe property owned Soil Testing, which is proposed $175. Trustee Petesch moved, si $175 be authorized for plats oI following vote: Tne manager reported he had been ddvised by tie *Village attorney it would be necessary to have plats by Public Service Company,'North Shore Gas, RCA and to be annexed. ;ie stated t.ie cost would not exceed :conded by Trustee Mandler, that the expenditure of the survey of the above properties. Adopted by the Ayes: Aberson, Lindemann, Mandler, Petesch, Porter (5) Nays: None (0) Ordinance - Police Protection The ordinance calling an election to vote on a tax Tax Election Discussion of .15 of 1% for Police Protection was discussed, and the amount which would be levied by such a tax if approved by the voters. The manager reported if the full tax rate permitted were levied,.it would bring $75,000 for Police protection. Trustee Petesch pointed out 232 the need for more police officers and funds to improve the Department. It was the consensus of the Board that the election on the tax Increase should be held in conjunction with the regular Village election in April, and that through publicity, the residents be made aware of the need for the additional tax. The Chief of Police will be requested to submit a report on the needs of tie Depart- ment. Trustees Lindemann and Petesch left the meeting. A letter was received from the Board of Education of School District ##108 asking that the sewer charge be removed from the water bill. The manager was directed to write to the School Board explaining the sewer service charge. Trustee Lindemann re- entered the meeting. The manager proposed that a water mian be installed on Pine Street to reinforce the water system at the time the street extension is contructed through Park property. It was the consensus of the Board that the matter be tabled until such time as the Park Board has finalized its plans for the use of the property lying west of the Pine Street extension. The manager rported the property owners on Deerfield Road in Highland Park between the bridge and the King's Cove Subdivision were not interested in annexa- tion to the Vi l lage. Authorize Plans a; Specs. Trustee Aberson moved, seconded by Trustee Porter, Deerfield Rd. Sidewalk - MFT that the Board authorize the preparation of plans and specifications for a sidewalk on Deerfield Road to the bridge as a Motor Fuel Tax project. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Aberson Lindemann, Mandler, Porter (4) Nays: None (0) The manager was directed to get in touch with the people who had expressed interest in leasing the air rights over Village parking lots. Approve $350- North Shore A request for a contribution of $350 was received Council on Refuse from the North Shore Council on Refuse Disposal, to carry on the work of the council. The manager rpported the Council hopes to acquire land for landfill operations, and wnvi si oned setting up collection points for convenient handling of refuse. Trustee Aberson moved, seconded by Trustee Lindemann, that a contribution of $350 be approved, in order that the Village may be kept informed of the Council's actions. Adopted by the followin] vote: Ayes: Aberson Lindemann, Mandler, Porter (4) Nays: None (0) A letter was rece1ved from Mr. Thomas Wolf, Chairman of the Safety Council, stating his term expires in 1963, and asking that a replacement be appointed. Appoint Mrs. Hilton Wolf The President appointed Mrs. Hilton Wolf to the Sister City Committee Sister City Committee to replace Mrs. Robert Clark, and the.Board approved the appointment. A letter of thanks will be sent to Mrs. Clark. A letter was received from Mr. Laurence Dondanville, stating that due to his ekpected absence from the Village, he would be unable to continue as Chairman of the Parking Committee, and proposing that he either resign from the committee or continue as a regular member with the apppointment of a new Chairman. The President suggested that the manager ask Mr. Robert Ramsay if he is willing to serve as Chairman, and that the Manpower Commission be requested to submit names of qualified people for the Parking Committee. Two letters were received from residents expressing appreciation to the Police Department for assistance given them. The manager was directed to send letters to the men involved. The manager reported he had received quotes for the printing of the new Municipal Code, as follows: Speed -o -lith - $3530 for 500 copies; Press Printing - $2130 for 500 copies, two columns - $2610 for 500 copies full page; Quincy - $5800 for 500 copies, although they might be able to print for less. The Board approved publication by Press Printing, with payment to be made from next hear's budget.