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July 19, 1965
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 19, 1965 at 8 :05 p.m. The
clerk called the roll and reported the following were
Present: H. Ross Finney, President
Raymond L. Craig
Bernard Forrest
Charles H. Raff
George P. Schleicher
Ellis W. Smith
James M. Wetzel
Absent: None
and that a quorum was present and in
attendance at the meeting. Also present
were Messrs. Byron Matthews, Village
attorney, and Norris Stilphen, Manager.
Approve Bills - Payroll The following
bills and payroll for the month
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of June
were presented for consideration:
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June Payroll
$ 30,622.81
Baxter and Woodman
200.96
A. T. Wigert Construction
12,179.65
Petty Cash
126.93
North Shore Utilities
886.70
Frank Salvi
25.00
Fred G. Breitling
224.70
Carolyn A. Jones
224.70
Aldridge Electric
222.62
American Public Works
40.00
Automotive Lab.
58.50
Gerlad Botker
25.00
Earl T. Broms
'.25.00
J. Warner Brown
95.05
B.A.T. Inc.
246.84
Burris'Equipment Co.
62.00
Central Scientific
10.50
Chicago Aerial Survey
238.00
Robert E. Cooper
40.00
Deerfield Disposal
3.50
Deerfield Electric
8.50
Deerfield Oil
53.71
Deerfield Paint and Glass
86.35
Deerfield Review
39.67
Deerfield State Bank
236.32
Deerfield Stationers
2.77
Di Pietro Plumbing
9.00
Duro -Test
28.00
E >y H Electric
6.46
E H Utility Sales
555.39
Ford Pharmacy
27.51
Gerber Manufacturing Company
54.40
Gilmore International
179.38
L. Gulbrandsen
78.00
Harry's Grill
11.72
Hautau & Otto
36.83
Herky's Trucking
519.75
Berschberger
1.32
City of Highlan d Park
24,623.78
Illinois Bell Telephone
312.77
Jerry's Service
29.25
Joboul Publishing
7.20
Joe's Enco Service
1.20
Nels J. Johnson
1,125.00
Joseph Lumber
83.61
Kale Uniforms
90.80
Lake -Cook Shell
5.75
Lake Motors
15.75
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Ley & McGuire
$ 80.00
Li6n Chemical.
44.78
Lutz Construction
270.00
McFaddin D. Marvel
25.00
John E. McNichols
25.00
Marlow Pumps
66.40
Masterbilt Fence
315:00'
Thomas A. Matthews
1;255.00
W. S. Matthews
19:72
Village of Deerfield
5.28
Menoni & Mocogni
466.81
E. A. Meyer Construction
198.00
Minnesota Mining
126.00
Motor Parts & Machine
70.94
Mutual Services
9.24
Myers Brothers
32.45
National Cash Register
596.30
Nelson - Eismann
4.35
W. Niewoehner
25.00
North Shore Gas
21.47
N. W. Screenprint
334.35
Mrs. A. S. Paulsen
25.00
Pavlik Bros.
7.36
.P.B. Enterprises
87.00
Petersen Pontiac
4.88
P. F. Pettibone
2.00
Petty Cash
98.80
Postmaster
100.00
Public Service Company
1,621.86
Recorder of Deeds
4.00
Refuse Disposal Equipment
33.00
Rydin Sign Co.
553.54
Safford Stamp Works
9.78
Schuster Inc.
41.28
Singer Printing
47.00
Norris W. Stilphen
5.05
Sunnyside Dodge
40.35
Edward Tarulli
6.13
Michael Todd & Co..
95.83
Village of Deerfield
25:'00
Village of Deerfield
98.10
Village Hardware
73.45
Walgreen Drug
47.36
Waukegan Blue Print
56.31
Robert C. Wheeler
210.00
Harold Winer
435.00
Zep Manufacturing Co.
228.68
Charles Rogers
67.82
Trustee Schleicher moved, seconded by Trustee Raff, that the payroll
for the month of June be approved, and the bills as listed above be
approved for-payment. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig; Forrest, Raff,_Schleicher, Smith, Wetzel (6)
Nays: None (0)
Trustee Craig moved , seconded by Trustee Raff, that the
minutes of the regular meeting held June 21, 1965 be approved as
corrected.
Motion carried unanimously.
Trustee Craig moved, seconded by Trustee Smith, that the minutes
of the regular meeting held July 9, 1965 be approved as corrected.
Motion carried unanimously.
Complaints Re: Pink Panther A petition was presented,by residents
Dance Nuisances of Orchard Street and Todd Court,
requesting the Board to abate the
nuisances created by the operation of the Pink Panther dances for teen-
agers in the-American Legion Hall. Mrs. James T- ilbbetts, spokesman for
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the group, stated they were not opposed to teen- agers, were sympathetic
to the problems of the Police Department, but the noise, parking
problems and traffic were disturbing to nearby residents. She asked
the Board to take efficient, effective and immediate action to restore
tranquility to the neighborhood. Other residents pointed out that
the activities outside the building, in the parking lot and on Orchard
Street and Tood Court, were most undesirable , and the traffic, when
the dances end, was not only disturbing but also hazardous, with the
gunning of motors and,screeching of tires. It was suggested that the
parking of cars in the public parking lots in the vicinity, would alleviate
a part of the problem. Many of the young people attending the dances are
from out -of -town, and Mr. Ted Repscholdt stated that similar dances in
Highland Park, Barrington and Winnetka were discontinued due to problems
like those complained of in Deerfield.
Following discussion, President Finney expressed the concern of
the Board about these complaints, and stated the problems would be taken
up with the Police Department and Youth Council, and questions of the
legal rights of the Village would be discussed with the Village attorney.
The meeting was recessed at 8:45 p.m., and reconvened at 8 :55 p.m.,
all members present.
lst Presentation- The first presentation was made of
Annexation Ordinances ordinances annexing parcels of land west
of Wilmot Road, the owners having
petitioned for annexation. Also presented was an ordinance annexing three
tracts under the statute which permits annexation of parcels of land of
60 acres or less when surrounded by a municipality.
Ordinance - North Shore Gas Trustee Smith moved, seconded by Trustee
Franchise (0- 65 -22) Schleicher, that the ordinance be adopted
granting a franchise to the North Shore
Gas Company for a period of 28 years, and setting forth the conditions
for the operations of the North Shore Gas Company. Adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Schleicher, Smith, Wetzel (5)
Nays: Raff (1)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Appoint Wm. Haines
Police Pension Board
vacancy created by the
the Village. Trustee
Haines' appointment be
President Finney appointed Mr. William
Haines to the Board of Trustees of the
Police Pension Fund, to fill the
resignation of Mr.. James Lyons, who is moving from
=orrest moved, seconded by Trustee Craig, that Mr.
confirmed.
Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance Authorizing The ordinance was preeented authorizing
Condemnation Broege Property the Village attorney to "Onsfi_tute•.corr-
0-65-23) demnation proceedings for the acquisition
of the Broege property, commonly known
as 802 Deerfield Road. A letter was received from the minister of the
Presbyterian Church stating it was doubtful that the Church officers would
be willing to dedicated land for a street at the rear of the Church property,
but would probably agree to an easement. Discussion was had. on the proposed
street, Trustee Raff stating he was not in sympathy with the expenditure of
in excess of $45,000 for the Broege lot and street improvements if it is to
connect with an easement. He proposed that no action be taken until the
question of dedication is resolved.
The Village attorney stated a grant of easement for street purposes
without restrictions would be the equivalent of a dedication. It was the
consensus of the Board that the manager should write to the Church, pointing
out the advantages of opening up the parking area, and requesting either a
dedication or permanent easement without restrictions.
Trustee Wetzel moved, seconded by Trustee Schleicher, that the
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ordinance be adopted providing for the condemnation of the Broege
property. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Schleicher, Smith, Wetzel (5)
Nays: Raff (1)
The President withheld his signature, pending resolution
of the question mf dedication or grant of easement for street purposes
by the Presbyterian Church.
Authorize Plans lr Specs. Following a brief discussion of Baxter
Bus. Dist. Sewer Separation and Woodman's estimate of costs and
engineering for sewer separation in
the Central Business District, and methods of financing the project,
Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Smith, that Baxter and Woodman
be authofz.ed to prepare plans and specifications for the separation of
sewers. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith, Wetzel (6)
Nays: None (0)
BZA Report - Deny Kennedy The report of the Board of Zoning
Variation -340 Kerry Ln. Appeals was read, recommending denial
of the petition of Kennedy Development
Company for a variation to permit a rear yard of 42 feet at 340 Kerry
Lane. Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Craig, that the Board
approve 'the recommendation of the Board of Zoning Appeals and the said
petition be denied.
Motion carried unanimously.
BZA Report - Vetter R -7 The report of the Board of Zoning
Variation - Refer to P.C. Appeals was read recommending denial
of the petition of Ross and Stern,
attorneys for the Estate of J. K. Vetter, for a variation to permit
construction of apartments at the Southwest corner of Hazel Avenue
and Waukegan Road on the basis of 1500 sq. ft. of lot area for each
dwelling unit. They recommended that a variation be granted for 2,000
sq. ft. of lot area per dwelling unit, this requirement being consistent
with the Mokrasch variation heretofore approved. They further recommended
that, prior to any action by the Board of Trustees on the variation,
the petition be referred to the Plan Commission for their consideration
of the continuance of a dedication of 30 feet for street purposes which
was established on the two lots south of the Vetter property.
Trustee Wetzel moved, seconded by Trustee Forrest, that the
petition be referred to the Plan Commission with the suggestion that
the Board desires to retain the possibility of the development of the
Parking Plan, which shows a road to Hazel Avenue at Journal Court.
Motion carried unanimously.
Communications A letter was received from the
North Shore Council on Refuse
Disposal requesting a contribution of $100 from each participating
municipality. Opinions pro and con were expressed. The manager stated
the scavengers serving the Village would experience no problem with
the closing of the Highland Park landfill since nearby sites are
available.
A letter was received from the Chicago Motor Club pertaining to
the "School's Open" project sponsored by the-Motor Club, and the posters
and other material furnished for the program. At Trustee Schleicher's
suggestion, the letter was referred to the Safety Council with the request
that the Chief of Police work with the Council to promote the program.
A letter was received from Kitchens of Sara Lee, Inc. stating
the west neon sign on the tower had been turned off and would no longer
be illuminated, as requested by residents who were annoyed by the glare.
The manager was requested to give background information to
the Village attorney in connection with a sewer problem at a residence
on Elmwood Avenue. The matter will be taken up at the next meeting.
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Approve Plans The manager reported the County had made
Cedar St. Bridge changes in the plans and specifications for
the Cedar Street bridgq, as requested
by the Village. Trustee Schleicher moved, seconded by Trustee Smith, that
the plans and specifications for the Cedar Street bridge be approved, and
the President be authorized to sign said plans. Adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith, Wetzel (6)
Nays: None (0)
Approve P.C. Regommeddati:on A report was received from the Plan Commission
Re: Bus. Dist. Front & recommending a change in the sideyard
Side Yard,Requirements regulations of the B -1 Neighbrohood Business
District, and changes in the front yard and
sideyard regulations of the B -2 Central Business District.
Trustee Smith moved, seconded by Trustee Schleicher, that the
recommendations of the Plan Commission be approved, and an ordinance be
prepared to effectuate the recommended changes.
Motion carried unanimously.
U P.C. Report Re: The Plan Commission submitted a recommended
V Definition of 1/2 Story change in the text of the definition of a
"half story" as set forth in the Zoning
Ord;i,nance. There being a question of interpretation of the proposed change,
the matter was referred back to the Plan Commission with a request for an
explanation as to how the definition would be applied in practice.
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Release $11814.30 -Deere Trustee Smith moved, seconded by Trustee
Park Sub. Escrow Wetzel, that the Board authorize a payout
of $11,814.30 from escrow funds for
subdivision improvements in the Deere Park Subdivision, as recommended by
the Building Commissioner. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Raff, Schleicheq, Smith, Wetzel (6)
Nays: None (0)
1st Presentation- Ordinance The first presentat-bon was made of an
Mun. Code Amend. Stop ordinance amending the Municipal Code of
Yield Sts. 1963 by deleting certain Stop and Yield -
right -of -way streets, and establishing
Stop streets at Elmwood Avenue at Chestnut Street, Linden-.Avenue at Chestnut
Street, Hoffman Lane at Osterman Avenue, and Walnut Street at Woodward Avenue.
The ordinance was read in full.
Release $14704.20 & $298
Unit 3 ii 4, Colony Point
Sub. Escrow
Units #3 and #4, Colony Point
Commissioner. Adopted by the
Trustee Wetzel moved, seconded by Trustee
Craig, that the Board authorize payouts
of $14,704.20 and $298.00 from escrow
funds for subdivision improvements in
Subdivision, as recommended by the Building
following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith, Wetzel (6)
Nays: None (0)
1st Presentation - Tax The first presentation was made of the
Levy Ordinance ordinance levying taxes for the year
beginning May 1, 1965 and ending April 30,
1966.
1st Presentation - Ordinance The first presentation was made of the
Abate Mun. Bldg. Bond Levy ordinance abating the tax levy for
Municipal Building Bonds.
Accept Underground Improvements Trustee Smith moved, seconded by Tr:istee
Kings Cove. Sub. Unit #2 Forrest, that the underground improvements
in Unit #2, Kings Cove Subdivision, be
accepted by the Village, as recommended by the Building Commissioners.
Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith, Wetzel (6)
Nays: None (0)
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Set Au 2. 2, 1965 - Bids
Thermoplastic Marking
for thermoplastic marking material
Motion carried unanimously.
Trustee Schleicher moved, seconded
by Trustee Raff, that August 2, 1965
at 10 :30 A.M. be set for taking bids
under the Motor Fuel Tax law.
Approve Dempster Home The plat of the Dempster Home Devel-
Development Sub. opment Subdivision of four lots
on North Waukegan Road was presented,
said plat having been approved and signed by the Plan Commission. The
manager reported improvement plans for the subdivision had been approved
by the Building Commissioner. Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee
Craig, that the plat of Dempster Home Development Subdivision be approved
and the President and Clerk be authorized to sign said plat. Adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith, Wetzel (6)
Nays: None (0)
The request and recommendation of Baxter and Woodman for
approval of payment of Estimate No. 2 for work completed on effluent
lagoons and chlorination building construction was referred back for
clarification.
Communications The letter from Mrs. William Harvey
regarding a foot injury she sustained
when she stepped in a hole on Waukegan Road was referred to the insurance
company.
A notice of. the -1 l .} i no i s Municipal League Conference in Peoria
on October 2 -5, 1965 was received. Reservations-Will be made for Village
employees who will attend the conference, and for any Village officials
who can attend.
A letter was received from a new resident at 480 Susan Lane
objecting to the use of debris for fill on nearby property by Gee
Builders. The manager stated the material was mostly broken concrete,
there was no ordinance violation, but the builder had agreed not to
bring in any more of this type of fill. This information will be
sent to the resident.
A request that the Board name a representative and 'alternate
to the Lake CountyMunicipal League was received. President Finney
appointed Trustee Craig to represent the Village.
The Board approved the manager's attendance at the City
Managers Conference at Montreal on September 19 -23, 1965.
Bills of interest to the Village which were passed by the
last session of the General Assembly were listed by the manager
from the Illinois Municipal League bulletin.
Release $14391 & $16193 Trustee Smith moved, seconded by Trustee
Waytula Lake Eleanor Sub. Schleicher, that the Board approve dnd
Escrow authorize payouts in the amounts of
$1 4,391 and $16,193 from the escrow
fund account for subdivision improvements in the Waytula Lake Eleanor
Subdivision, as recommended by the Building Commissioner. Adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Raff, Schleicher, Smith, Wetzel (6)
Nays: None (0)
Release $3509.08 Trustee Craig moved, seconded by Trustee
Broms Sub. Escrow Smith, that the Board approve and
authorize a payout of $3,509.08 from
escrow funds for subdivision improvements for sewer and water installations
in the Broms Subdivision, as recommended by the Building Commissioner.
Adopted by the following vote:
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Ayes: Craig, Forrest,,Raff, Schleicher, Smith, Wetzel (6)
Nays: None (0)
A letter was received from the Village attorney, stating the
Court hearing on the Hovland Special Assessment had been'-held on July 15,
1965 and the Judge would give his decision on the 27th of July. If the
decision is in favor of the Village, a date will be set by the Court for
the hearing of leg6l- objections.
Mrs. Christoph, 90 Evergreen Court, thanked Village employees
who had helped in getting a fence erected at the rear of the gas station
on County Line and Waukegan Roads. She suggested that consideration be
given to an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to require screening or
fencing for the protection of residential property, and that no Certificate
of Occupancy be given until compliance is secured, or funds escrowed to
cover the cost of such screening.
The attorney reported the Sheridan- Horenberger gas station case
is still pending, and briefs will be filed.
Trustee Smith asked that the Elm Street problem be placed on the
df� agenda for the next discussion meeting.
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The inroads of Dutch Elm Disease on Village trees was briefly
V discussed, a number of parkway trees found to be diseased having been
removed.
There being no further business, on motion by Trustee Schleicher,
seconded by Trustee Wetzel, the meeting was adjourned at 11 :10 p.m.
APPROVED:
President
ATTEST:
Vi l ]age Cleric
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