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January 6, 1969
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 6+ 1969 at 8:10 p.m. The clerk called the roll and reported
that the following were
Present: H. Ross Finney, President
Raymond L. Craig
Bernard Forrest
George Kelm
Charles H. Raff
George P. Schleicher
Absent: Charles R. Bootz
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 Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Forrest, that the minutes of the regular
meeting held December 16, 1968 be approved as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
Warrant Numbered In connection with Trustee Kelm's question on the
® listing of approved bills in the minutes of the
meeting, the Board approved the clerk's suggestion that payment of bills, fund re-
imbursements and trasnfers be approved by numbered warrant, and only thoseitems' listed
V in the Warrant which are not approved be shown individually.
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Kenton - Kipling Intersection The manager reported that Dr. William Fenelon,
Re- alignment Superintendent of School District No. 109, had
asked that stakes be placed to show the location
of the proposed re- alignment of Kenton Road and Kipling Place at intersection with
Deerfield Road in order that the Board can see the exact location. The manager stated
that if decision is made to re- locate Kipling Place at Deerfield Road, the unused portion
of the present could be vacated, but the Village would retain easements for sewer and
water lines. Trustee Craig pointed out that there had been complaints from residents
of Longfellow Avenue and Kipling Place on the use of these streets as a by -pass for
the Deerfield- Waukegan Road intersection, and it was his opinion that a re- alignment
of streets would increase traffic through this residential area.
Hearing-Sunset Taxicab Co. Pursuant to notice thereof, a hearing was held on
License Application the application of Sunset Taxican Company for a
Certificate of Convenience and Necessity and
taxicab license. Mr. Charles Parsons, spokesman for the applicant, stated the company
proposed to operate cabs in Deerfield, Northbrook, Highland Park and Highwood. The
company plans to start with seven cabs equipped with two -way radios and metered fares.
He stated that investigation of taxicab service in this area had convinced the owners
that they can provide better service-at lower rates than those presently charged. Rates
would be approximately 10 cents per mile less than the maximum rate heretofore approved
by the Board. Mr. Parsons answered Board members questions regarding insurance, rates,
service, and other pertinent matters.
Mr. Fred Barth, representing Lake Cab Company, stated he welcomed competition and
did not oppose the granting of a license to Sunset Taxicab Company, but strongly
objected to a lower rate than that charged by the other two companies.
Approve License Sunset Cab Trustee Kelm moved, seconded by Trustee Raff, that
a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity be granted
to Sunset Taxicab Company, subject to complaince with all applicable ordinance provisions.
Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (5)
Nays: None (0)
Approve Final Plat
Kottrasch Subdivision
The final plat of the Frank Kottrasch Subdivision
was presented with a Restrictive Covenant Agree-
ment limiting �devel.opment.. off -'the-pr.opertytcto- tingle
family residential purposes. Discussion was had on bond for improvements on Franken
Avenue, Elm Street improvements being covered in the Consent Decree retgndAt`to the
property..
Trustee Forrest moved, seconded by Trustee Raff, that the plat of the Frank
Kottrasch Subdivision be approved subject to posting bond for subdivision improvements
on Franken Avenue, consisting of curb and gutter, one -half street pavement, sanitary
and storm sewers, street lights, and a sidewalk if necessary. Adopted by the following
vote:
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Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (5)
Nays: None (0)
Re: Toll Rd. Drainage Problem In connection with the drainage problem along
the Toll Road.in the We -Go Park area, the
Village attorney reported that he had examined the statutes relating to the estab-
lishment of the Toll Road Commission, and the Village is not authorized to file
suit against the Commission. He suggested that the matter be taken up with the
Division of Waterways. Trustee Craig stated that he had brought up the problem
at the Lake County Municipal'League, and had learned that no other municipality
had any difficulties with the Toll Road Commission. After further discussion,
decision was made to defer action on the matter until the new Governor ,takes office
and hopefully will appoint a new Chairman of the Toll Road Commission. The manager
reported that estimates of cost are being prepared for a relief sewer to carry excess
storm water to Wilmot Road and thence south to the new storm sewer in Hovland Sub-
division.
The meeting was recessed at 10:35 p.m., and reconvened at 10:50 p.m.
BZA Report Rear Yard Variation
103 E. Mulberry
known as 103 -East Mulberry Road, as
had on the report which stated that
rear yard requirements of the Zoniq
A report from the.Board;of Zoning Appeals was
read recommending that a variation be granted
to permit a rear yard of 28 feet on the premises
requested by Mr. R. Evan Evans. Discussion was
other residences in the area did not meet the
Ordinance.
Ordinance Granting Variation The ordinance granting a variation from the pro -
103 E. Mulberry Failed to Pass visions of the.Zoning Ordinance with respect
to the property located at 103 East Mulberry
Road was presented.iand read in full. Trustee Craig moved, seconded by Trustee
Raff, that the rules be waived to permit action on the ordinance at its first pre-
sentation.
Motion carried,i;Trustee.- Forrest voting "Nay ".
Trustee Craig then moved, seco nded by Trustee Schleicher, that the ordinance
be adopted. Upon roll call the motion to adopt the said ordinance failed to pass
by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Schleicher (2)
Nays: Forrest, Kelm, Raff (3)
Trustee Kelm stated that if the petitioner feels there is anything that can
be brought out in support of his petition, he can attend the next Board meeting and
ask for reconsideration of the matter. On the matter of the Board of Zoning Appeals
report on rear yards of less than 50 feet in the area, Trustee Schleicher stated
the Board should give guidance to the advisory boards and suggested a meeting with
the Board of Zoning Appeals. Decision was made to postpone a meeting until after
the April election. The Village attorney suggested that the Plan Commission be
advised of the problem.
1st Presentation - Ordinance The first presentation was made of an ordinance
Village Clerk's Salary amending the salary ordinance to establish a
Village Clerk's Duties salary of $3,000 per year for the Village Clerk.
The ordinance was read in full.
The first presentation was made of an ordinance amending the Municipal Code
to provide that the Village Clerk shall establish office hours of three hours per
day on three days per week in addition to other duties, and also providing for the
appointment of a Deputy Clerk.
Discussion was had on payment of a salary to the Deputy Clerk, and decision
was made that the Deputy Clerk shall be paid by the Village from the salary.establishe
for the Village Clerk. The Village attorney will change the ordinance to include this
provision.
Approve Payment $3191.39 Trustee Raff moved, seconded-by Trustee Craig,
Peter Baker & Son 25 CS that payment of $3,191.39 be approved to Peter
Baker & Son, this amount being the final payment
for resurfacing certain streets, Motor Fuel project 25 CS, as recommended by the
Engineers. Adopted by the following vote`
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (5)
Nays: None (0)
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Approve Payment $353.46 Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Craig, that
Baxter & Woodman MFT 25 CS_ payment of $353.46 be approved to Baxter and Woodman
for engineering services in connection with MFT
project Section 25 CS. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (5)
Nays: None (0)
Approve Payment Est. No. 1 Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Forrest, that
$9122.09 - Lakeland Construction payment of Estimate -No. 1 in the amount of $9,122.09
North Ave. Storm Sewer 26- SS -CSS be approved to Lakeland Construction Company for
work completed on the North Avenue storm sewer,
Section 26- SS- CS,.as recommended by the engineers, Baxter and Woodman. Adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (5)
Nays: None (0)
Letter Re: RR Fence on A letter was received from the Milwaukee Road
Chestnut St.- Telegraph Rd. stating they would pay one -half the cost of
a fence on the railroad right -of -way along Chestnut
Street near Telegraph Rodd. The estimated cost is $4,000 to $5,000, and the fence will
be installed by the railroad if the Village will pay half the cost. The manager
suggested the fence be placed on the right -of -way of Chestnut Street and he will get
estimated costs of this installation.
Approve Application
Sanitary Water Board Permit
Manhole Cleanout Countv Line
Siphon
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Motion carried unanimously.
Re: Lane Control Signs
Waukegan- Deerfield Rd.
Board. They do not recommend larger
Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee Schleicher,
that the Board authorize the execution of the appli-
cation.to the Sanitary Water Board for a permit
for the installation of a clean out manhole on the
inverted siphon on County Line Road.
The manager reported that the Division of Highways
will erect lane control signs at the Deerfield -
Waukegan Road intersection, as requested by the
green arrow signals for left turns.
Re: Planning Grant Crime Discussion was had on Planning Grant applications
Control & Safe Sts. Act under the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets
Act of 1968. It was the consensus of the Board
that any grant should be made to the Crime Laboratory rather than the County. President
Finney, Chief Hall and the Village manager will attend the County meeting on the
Planning Grants, and .while they will not express any definite commitmetLt, they will
indicate that they would prefer that grants be made to groups of communities rather
than through the County.
Retorts- Communications A report on water leaks was received from the
RAnkin Leakfinder Company. A letter was received
from Deerfield's Sister City. A gold medal will be sent to the Village.
The manager reported that failure of safety devices on the Village garage furnace
had nearly caused a fire, but quick thinking and action had prevented any material
damage. New controls have been installed. He stated the Superintendent of Public
Works would.like to install a sprinkler system, and he will check costs and any reduction
in insurance premiums.
A copy of a proposed ordinance on industrial waste surcharges was received from
the Metropolitan Sanitary District.
The manager submitted a report on police salaries in North Shore communities, and
stated that Deerfield was second highest on starting salaries and third highest on top
salaries.
Trustee Criag reported on the meeting of the Lake County Municipal League. The
major topic was the proposed missile site at Libertyville. He stated that the installa-
tion was welcomed by most of those present, who were satisifed with information on
accidental explosion hazards, and felt that benefits would accrue from the 200 employees.
Judge Dickson and State's attorney Hougasian will be invited to address the Leagug
3n an attempt to establish better channels of communication on law enforcement.
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Approve Payment $75 Dues
Lake County Municipal League
dues. Adopted by the following vote:
Trustee Raff moved, seconded by Trustee
Forrest, that payment of $75.00 be approved
to the Lake County Municipal League for 1969
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (5)
Nays: None (0)
President Finney will check on when the general meeting of the League
is scheduled.
Approve Manager's Attendance The manager stated he would like to attend
Sensitivity Training Course the sensitivity training course presented
by the University of Chicago at Illinois Beach
Lodge on January 12 to 15th. The cost will be approximately $200. Trustee Raff
moved, seconded by Trustee Schleicher, that the manager be authorized to attend.
Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Craig, Forrest, Kelm, Raff, Schleicher (5)
Nays: None (0)
There being no further business, on motion by Trustee Forrest, seconded by
Trustee Raff, the meeting was adjourned at 11:25 p.m.
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
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APPROVED..:
PRESIDENT
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