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January 2, 1968
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 2, 1968 at 8:05 p.m. The clerk called the roll
and reported that the following were
Present: H. Ross Finney, President
Charles R. Bootz
Raymond L. Craig
Bernard Forrest
George Kelm
Charles H. Raff
George P. Schleicher
and that a quorum was present and in attendance at the meeting. Also,present
were Messrs. Richard Houpt, Village attorney, and Norris Stilphen, manager.
Trustee Bootz moved, seconded by Trustee Schleicher, that minutes of the
regular meeting held December 18, 1967 be approved as submitted. Motion carried
g� unanimously.
!� Messrs. Lorenz and York from the United Fund Committee reported the drive
for funds had resulted in achieving, its goal, and thanked the Board for its
V cooperation.
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Ordinance- Variation Trustee Schleicher moved, seconded by Trustee
Lot 20, Fox Chapel Sub. Bootz, that the Ordinance be adopted granting
0 -68 -1 a variation from the requirements of the Zonino
Ordinance to permit a rear yard of 34 feet tn..
lieu of the required 50 feet, on Lot 20, Fox Chapel Subdivision.
Several Trustees expressed their reluctance to granting a variation on the
petition of the subdivider who had twice appeared before the Board at the time
the subdivision was presented for approval, and had stated no variations were
required. Trustee Schleicher suggested that the wording of certifications on
plats be standardized in order that they may be checked more easily by Village
employees. It was pointed out that the ord.i.nance establishing regulations for
subdivisions was clear and specific, and it was the responsibility of the developer
to make sure that all lots were buildable.
Upon roll call the motion carried and the ordinance was passed by the
fol lcw i ng vote:
Ayes: Bootz, Craig, Kelm, Schleicher (4)
Nays: Forrest, Raff (2)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
ordinance- Variation Trustee, Raff moved, seconded by Trustee.Craig,
765 Waukegan Rd. (Ford) that the ordinance be adopted granting
0 -68 -2 variations from the requirements of the Zoning
Ordinance to permit a second floor addition
to the present building at 765 Waukegan Road (Ford Pharmacy) with a 4- foot ex-
tension to the east, 37 -1/2 feet from the center line of Waukegan Road and 37 -1/2
feet from the center line of Deerfield Road, the projection of the existing roof
to the property line, and a variation of 3.75 feet at the south property line.
Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bootz, Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (6)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Approve Prelim. Plat An affidavit was received rn connection with
260 Deerfield Rd. Sub.(Gursoy) the proposed subdivision of the premises known
as 260 Deerfield Road, signed by adjoining
property owners acknowledging notice and approval of the subdivision. A letter
from the petitioner, Dr. Ahmet Gursoy, stated intends to rent the existing house
and construct a new house on the second lot. Dr. Gursoy was unable to obtain
the signature of an officer of the Briarwoods Country Club since it would require
approval by the Board of Directors, and no meeting was scheduled.
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Trustee Craig moved, seconded by Trustee. Kelm, that the preliminary
plat be approved. Adopted by the following vote':
Ayes: Bootz, Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Schleicher (5)
Nays: Raff (1)
Re:Grant for Odor Control The manager - reported that plans and
specifications showing what the Village
proposes to do must be submitted with the application for a Federal Grant for
odor control. The grant could be as high as 75 to 80 per cent of the cost.
Fees to Baxter and Woodman for plans and specifications would be 8 to 12 per
cent of the cost of the project, estimated to cost approximately $125,000.
Discussion was had on the application, and it was the consensus that Baxter
and Woodman should be asked to submit a report and recommendations before
authorizing the preparation of plans. Trustee Craig stated that while he
was opposed to Federal Grants in principle, he saw this type of grant as an
investment on behalf of other communities who have the same problem.
Receive Petition A petition was recieved from Common -
Annexation Com. Ed. wealth Edison Company requesting annexa-
tion of part of Lot 9, Downey's Cook
County Addition to 5eerfield with a zoning classification to permit use
of the property for necessary operations of the company. The petition was read
in full.
A joint public hearing of the Board of Trustees and Plan Commission
on annexation-agreements will be arranged.
National Tea Expansion A representative of the National Tea
& Parking Company stated th company has two
stores in Deerfield, neither of which
is competitive with other stores since they are too small. He asked if the
Board would consider selling part of the Village parking lot at Rosemary
Terrace and Deerfield Road for store expansion. He presented several plans
showing how the store could be enlarged. Discussion was had on parking
deficiencies for the Shoppers Court and a larger store would further add to
the problem. The Village attorney stated that bids must be taken on any
sale of municipal property. A lease was suggested but the spokesman for
the company stated it was unlikely the owner of the property would approve
a lease. Trustee Craig stated he would be satisfied if the required number of
parking spaces were provided within 500 feet of the store. This possibility
will be explored by the company.
Approve $10663- Northwest Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee
Heating, Digester Heater Forrest, that payment of $10,663.00 be
approved to Northwest Hearing and Plumbing
for the new digester heater at the sewage treatment plant, as recommended by
Baxter and Woodman. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bootz, Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (6)
Nays: None (0)
Approve $1066.30 to Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee
Baxter & Woodman Bootz, that payment of $1,033.60 be
approved to Baxter and Woodman for
services in connection with the new digester heater. Adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Bootz, Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (6)
;days: None (0)
Approve Bids -Legal Ads. Discussion was had on a request that
the Village take bids on legal ad-
vertising. Trustee Bootz,moved, seconded by Trustee Kelm, that the Village
ask for competitive bids on legal publication, the bidders to state the
total paid circulation in Deerfield. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bootz, Craig, Kelm, Finney (4)
Nays: Forrest, Raff, Schleicher (3)
Reports - Communications The manager reported he was working
on the program of street repairs and
overlayment, and asked Trustees to submit suggestions on streets to be improved.
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Trustee Schleicher reminded the Board that a public meeting on the
Brickyards referendum was scheduled for Wednesday, January 3rd.
The meeting was recessed at 9:30 p.m. and reconvened at 9:40 p.m.,
all members present.
Discussion - Referendum Date Mr. Robert Seiler congratulated the Board
, on its action in scheduling a referendum
on acquisition of the Brickyard property, but requested that the election be
delayed for a month in order to give sufficient time to inform people on the
question and to get out the voters, many of whom may stay away from the polls
due to lack of information. Several other members of the audience urged
reconsideration of the date since they felt the chances of defeat of the
proposition were much greater if the election is held January 13, as established.
by the election ordinance. A lengthy discussion was had on the pros and cons
of postponement.
Trustee Craig moved, seconded by Trustee Forrest, that the Election
Ordinance be reconsidered for the purpose of changing the date of election
from January 13, 1968 to February 3, 1968. Upon roll call the motion failed
by the following vote:
Ayes:. Craig, Forrest, (2)
Nays: Bootz, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (4)
Mr. Seiler..asked that the Board issue a strong statement in support
of the passage of the referendum to purchase the brickyard property. President
Finney stated the Board had decided that each member should state his position
but the Board should take no official position. He then read the statement
he had prepared favoring; acquisition of the property.
Trustee Forrest moved, seconded by Trustee Bootz, that a statement be
issued that the.long range interests of the Village will be best served by
acquisition of the brickyard ;:property, and the Board is unanimously in favor
of acquiring the property. Adopted by the followhg vote:
Ayes: Bootz, Craig, Forrfest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (6)
Nays: None (0)
A brochure on the referendum having been prepared by the manager,
Trustee. Forrest moved, seconded by Trustee Bootz, that the brochure as
presented be adopted as the official statement of the Board, and the expenditure
of not more than $500 be authocLzed for printing 10,000 copies of the brochure
for distribution and to be mailed to residents as listed on the water accounts.
Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Bootz, Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (6)
Nays: None (0)
There being no further business, on motion by Trustee Forrest, seconded
by Trustee Raff,_ the meeting was adjourned at 11 :35 P.m.
APPROVED: ✓%� Vir��
President
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Village Clerk