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04/19/1971jLu fd April 19, 1971 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, April 19, 1971 at 8:20 p.m. The clerk called the roll and reported the following were Present: Bernard Forrest, President Charles R. Bootz George Kelm George P. Schleicher Absent: Stephen M. Slavin M. Jay Turner, Jr. and that a quorum was present and in attendance at the meeting. Also present were Messrs. James Stucko, representing the Village attorney, and Norris Stilphen, manager. Trustee Bootz moved, seconded by Trustee Schleicher, that the minutes of the regular meeting held April 5, 1971 be approved as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Warrant No. W -71 -4 Trustee Schleicher moved, seconded by Trustee Bootz, that Warrant No. W -71 -4 - Payment of bills, including fund transfers and reimbursements, be approved. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Bootz, Kelm, Schleicher, Forrest (4) Nays: Noffle (0) President Forrest presented a green blazer ornamented with the Village shield to Trustee Schleicher, who is retiring after eight years on the Board. He was ably assisted in the presentation by Trustee Schleicher's daughter, Margaret, who will be Student Government Day President. On behalf of the residents of the village, President Forrest thanked Trustee Schleicher for his outstanding service to the community. Authorize Box Engineering for In connection with the proposed realignment Waukegan -Bank Curb Realignment of the abrupt curve on Waukegan Road at the new First'.: National Bank Building, the manager reported the Bank was willing to pay half the cost of engineering, estimated to be $400, and half the cost of sidewalk replacement. Plan Commission Chairman Dan Stiehr asked if the gas station to the north had been contacted, Mr. Box having indicated that the flattening of the curve should be extended farther north. The manager stated this was considered unnecessary. Trustee Kelm moved, seconded by Trustee Bootz, that Paul Box and Associates be authorized to prepare engineering drawings and specifications for bids for the Waukegan Road realignment. Adopted by the following,vote: Ayes: Bootz, Kelm, Schleicher, Forrest (4) Nays: None (0) Approve.Firnal Plat A report from the Plan Commission recommended Tiffany Resub. approval bf,.the final plat of the Tiffany Planned Unit Development, a resubdivision of Lot 91, Hovland Subdivision. All fees have been paid and a cash escrow for improve- ments has been established. Trustee Kelm moved, seconded by Trustee Bootz, that the plat be approved and execution thereof be authorized. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Bootz, Kelm, Schleicher, Forrest (4) Nays: None (0) Report -Sump Pump Survey The manager reported that work is going forward on the survey of sump pump installa- tions, approximately one -sixth of the Village having been inspected. Areas here- tofore inspected are being re- inspected, and an additional 25 installations have been corrected. Report - Landfill Odors The manager reported that Messrs. Fredbeck and Theos of the Lake County Health Department had visited the brickyard area last Wednesday, but little odor was noticeable at the time from the landfill. Inspections will be made whenever the Village notifies :. . :.1. the Health DEpartment that the odors from the landfill are bad. President Forrest stated calls had been received from Highland Park last Saturday evening, complaining about the odors. Several residents stated the odors seem to be getting worse. The manager reported that the State Environmental agency has been notified ahout the problem. He stated the Health Department had checked the depth of the cover material and it was found to be sufficient. No response has been received ffom the operator of the landfill, who is awaiting a report from Mr. Theos. A record of inspections and calls of complaint are being kept. The matter will be kept on the agenda. Re: Scavenger Service Mr. Gene Kieft of Deerfield Disposal stated that he had recommended, and the Board had approved, that a letter be sent to residents advising them of the regulations pertaining to refuse disposal. He stated most complaints were based on misinformation, and pointed out that the contract specified that leaves were to be picked up by the Village in the fall and spring. He stated last week tons of leaves and brush were put out and there were complaints it was not picked up. The manager stated most of the material left by the scavenger was grass with few leaves, and should have been picked up. Mr. Kieft has prepared a letter for residents setting forthe regulations for service, and has given it to the manager. Accept Grinnell Bid $4287 An analysis of bids for the garage sprinkler Garage Sprinker System system having been made, Trustee Kelm moved, seconded by Trustee Bootz, that the low bid of $4,287.00 submitted by Grinnell Company be accepted. Adopted by the following vote: d'a Ayes: Bootz, Kelm, Schleicher; Forrest (4) QNays: None (0) 1st Presentation Ordinance The first presentation was made of an ordinance Rezoning S.D. 109 Lots rezoning property owned by School District No. 109 in the 1000 block of Deerfield Road to the R -6 Two - family District classification. Trustee Schleicher stated the second paragraph)of the ordinance was incorrect; the Plan Commission did not recommend approval of the change in zoning. The correction will be made. A resident of Forest Avenue stated a petition addressed to the School Board is being circulated, opposing the rezoning and sale of this property. Ordinance -Mun. Code Amend. Trustee Bootz moved, seconded by Trustee Kelm, Art. 10, Chap. 17 & Art. 12, that the ordinance be passed amending sections of Chap. 27 - Add "Sex" Article 10, Chapter 17 and Article 12, Chapter 27 (0- 71 -12) of the Municipal Code by inserting the word "Sex" between the words "Race" and "Color" each place they appear in said Articles and Chapters. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Bootz, Kelm, Schleicher, Forrest (4) Nays: None (0) The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof. Lake Eleanor Garage In connection with the request of the developer Sales Office of Lake Eleanor for permission to construct and use a garage as a sales office, Mr. STucko stated the developer had been advised that if he wishes to have a sales office for one year, it will be conditioned upon the removal of the garage or construction of the principal building within the year, and a letter so stating must be brought in before a permit will be issued. The matter will be kept on the agenda. Improvement plans for the railroad parking 16t will be discussed with the Plan Commission at the joint meeting on April 6th. Refer JC Kiosks to Attorney A letter from the Jaycees offered to construct . two sidewalk kiosks for posting information on activities of civi interest. One kiosk is proposed to be located at the Village Hall- Library complex and the second at the Commons Shopping Center. President Forrest stated the offer should be reviewed in connection with Village ordinance requirements, and the matter was referred to the Village attorney for a report at the next meeting. No Curb Extension The manager reported that letters had been sent Berkley Court to the owners of the five properties on Berkeley Court not included in Sppcial Assessment No. 110, asking if they would pay for the construction of curb and gutter on a cash basis, and all were opposed. Decision was made to proceed with:- the special assessment as here- tofore approved. IT) 4,v The manager reported that a representative InchwUrm Spray Offer of International Minerals and Chemical Corp- oration had offered to provide 10 gallons of spray material for inchworm control without charge, the Village to pay for the cost of application, estimated to be $250. 400 trees would be sprayed and the company would compare the effectiveness of the spray with a control group of unsprayed trees. The spray is claimed to affect only the "target worms ". Trustee Kelm stated in- quiry should be made about government approval of the spray material, and asked that this information be obtained for a decision on the offer at the next meeting. Trustee Schleicher proposed that the matter also'.,be.referred to the Y.E.S. group. Approve Fence Repairs The manager reported that a resident living Trail Tree Park near the Trail Tree Park where an easement for a walk has been provided until the bridge is constructed at the end of Carriage Way, has complained about children crossing her yard. The wire fence erected by the Park District has been broken down in one area. He stated a chain link fence would cost approximately $450, and recommended that the fence be repaired by Public Works employees with an expenditure of approxi- mately $25 for wire. The Board approved the recommended repairs. Table Add. Counsel Brickyard Appeal Schleicher, that additional Kelm questioned the need to The meeting was rece In connection with the appeal to the Illinois Supreme Court on the brickyard condemnation suit, Trustee Bootz moved, seconded by Trustee counsel be retained to assist in the appeal. Trustee employ additional counsel at this time. ssed at 9:05 p.m. and re- convened at 9:15 p.m. Trustee Kelm moved, seconded by Trustee Bootz, that the matter be tabled. Motion carried unanimously. lst Presentation - Ordinance The first presentation was made of an ordin- Stop Signs - Hovland Area ance amending Section 20.203(b) of the Municipal Code by adding the following stop streets: Fairview Avenue at Laurel Avenue (4 -way), and Gordon Terrace at Wilmot Road. The ordinance has been posted on the lobby bulletin board. Sign Agreement -Park Dist. President Forrest signed the Agreement between Tot Lot, North Trail the Village and Park District pertaining to the use of the Village -owned property in the North Trail Subdivision as a tot lot, as heretofore approved by the Board. Reports- Communications A notice was received from the Cook County Zoning Board of Appeals that a public hearing will be held on May 3, 1971 at the Northbrook Village Hall on a petition to rezone a 10.01 acre tract at Lee and County Line Roads from the R -2 to the B'-4 District for a shopping center. The notice was,-referred to the Plan Commission with a request for comments as soon as possible. The manager reported Student Government Day will be held May 6th. A communication from the Board of Education of High School District No. 113 asked for participation in any discussion on the granting of a CATV franchise. The manager reported he had received a quote of $2900 for street and side- walk work at the Lake Eleanor bridge, approximately $1400 more than is in the escrow account. No response has been received to the letter sent to Mr. Ronald Waytula requesting additional funds for the work. The Board approved his suggestion to proceed with the work without the preparation of plans and specifications, and to get three price quotations based on subdivision improvement specifications. Execute Agreement Trustee Kelm moved, seconded by Trustee Bootz, Purchase of Library Bldgs. that the Agreement between the Village and the Board of Library Directors for the purchase of the present library buildings be approved and execution authorized. Adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Bootz, Kelm, Schleicher, Forrest (4) Nays: None (0) The manager reported that the Metropolitan Disposal Company had offered free disposal of refuse during the spring cleanup, and he.had accepted the offer.