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February 19, 1973
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, February 19, 1973 at 8:15 p.m. The clerk called the roll and reported
that the following were
Present: Bernard Forrest, President
Albert E. Brust
George Kelm
Werner E. Neuman
Stephen M. Slavin
Daniel H. Stiehr
M. Jay Turner, Jr.
Absent: None
and that a quorum was present and in attendance at the meeting. Also present were
Messrs. Richard Houpt, Village attorney, and Norris Stilphen.
Trustee Brust moved, seconded by Trustee Slavin, that the minutes of the
regular meeting held February 5, 1973 be approved as submitted. Motion carried
u nanimously.
Approve Warrant No. W -73 -2 Trustee Stiehr moved, seconded by Trustee Turner,
that Warrant No. W -73 -2 - Payment of bills, in-
cluding fund transfers and reiipbursements, be approved. Adopted by the following
v ote:
Ayes: Brust, Kelm, Neuman, Slavin, Stiehr, Turner (6)
Nays: None (0)
Approve Consent Agenda The Consent Agenda was presented for consideration
with additions and deletions approvdd by the Board.
UONSENT AGENDA
Recommendation of Mayor regarding Krembs rezoning (Sears); authorize Village attorney
to appear before Northbrook Plan Commission February 20, 1973 to express
Village's objections.
Authorization to release $10,825.51 escrow funds (Chesterfield); partial payment of
paving improvements, Earl's Court, Laurel Hill Unit 5.
American Cancer Society Proclamation by President Forrest
Recommendation of Plan Commission to amend Zoning Ordinance to include $50.00 hearing
fee; authorize preparation of ordinance.
Resolution appropriating $36,000 MFT for right turn lanes, County Line - Waukegan
:, intersection, 33 CS. (R ^73 -5) Revoked 3/5/73 by Board.
Ordinance prohibiting discharge of sanitary or industrial wastes into Lake -Cook Road
storm drains or sewers; publish in pamphlet form. (0 -73 -5)
Trustee Brust moved, seconded by Trustee Neuman, that the rules be waived to
permit action on the above ordinance at its first presentation. Motion carried
unanimously.
Trustee Neuman moved, seconded by Trustee Brust, that the Consent Agenda be
approved, including passage of the ordinance. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Brust, Kelm, Neuman, Slavin, Stiehr, Turner (6)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Table Deerbrook Spec. Use The ordinance amending a Special Use ( Deerbrook II -
Ord. & Annexation Amendient Recreational Building) was presented.
Trustee Neuman stated a passageway to the Recreation Center must be provided
for bicyclists and pedestrians to avoid conflict with traffic in the parking lot.
Discussion was had on the location of the bicycle - pedestrian walk. Mr. Valenti
stated Florence AuenuP, when and if annexed, will be the logical route to the Bowling
alley for pedestrians and bicyclists. Trustee Neuman suggested a path along the
-west,:fence of Deerbrook with a 3 ft. fence separating the walk from truck and
automobile traffic. Mr. Valenti agreed this location seemed most logical, but
he would want professional advice. He stated he would give a letter to the
Board agreeing to provide a pedestrian - bicycle path to the Recreational building
if the building is completed before the Florence Avenue area is annexed.
Trustee Brust stated it was his opinion that it would be wrong to put
the path along the truck driveway, and he would prefer access to the bowling
alley on a random basis. Trustee Kelm pointed out a fence would create problems
in snow removal. Mr. Valenti assured the Board that a safe route for bicyclists
and pedestrian's will be provided.
Trustee Stiehr questioned the accuracy of the revised Development Plan
with respect to parking and signs, as depicted on Exhibit "B ", attached to the
Resolution approving the Third Amendment to the Deerbrook Annexation Agreement.
Mr. Valenti stated there was no change in parking spaces or signs, only in the
location of the Recreational Building. Trustee Stiehr stated that, before pro-
ceeding further, the Village attorney should check on how many signs are allowed,
and Exhibit "B" should be an accurate representation of parking and what has
been or will be built.
Trustee'Neuman moved, seconded by Trustee Turner, that the matter be
tabled. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Neuman, Stiehr, Turner, Forrest (4)
Nays: Brust, Kelm, Slavin (1)
Trustee Stiehr then moved, seconded by Trustee Brust, that the Ordinance
and Resolution be put on the Agenda for the next meeting.
Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance- Sigtn,Variation The ordinance was presented granting a
Restaurant 70812 Waukegan variation from the provisions of the Zoning
Failed Ordinance to permit a projecting sign at
7082- Waukegan Road, as requested by the
restaurant owner, Mr.. Delgetre Sarantopoulos.
A report from the Plan Commission stated the proposed sign would become
non-conforming if the revised sign ordinance is passed, and the sign would have
to be removed after January 1, 1976.
Trustee Stiehr stated he was opposed to this type of variation since it
tends to set a precedent for similar requests.
Trustee Brust moved, seconded by Trustee Kelm, that the rules be waived
to permit action on the ordinance at its first presentation. Motion carried
u nanimously.
Trustee Brust moved, seconded by Trustee Kelm, that the ordinance be
passed. The motion failed, the following vote being recorded:
Ayes: Kelm (1)
Nays: Brust, Neuman, Slavin, Stiehr, Turner (5)
1st Presentation - Ordinance The first presentation was made of an ordin-
Ayproving Planned Development. ance approving a Planned Development, Lots
Hovland-Lots 131 & 132 (Gustie) 131 and 132, Hovland Subdivision, final
plat approval subject to conditions set forth
in said ordinance, petitioner Mrs. Pat Gustie.
Discussion was had on the requirements -for approval of a Planned Develop-
ment, and in particular, the requirement for-bond or escrow for a future street
which may not be constructed for years, if ever. Trustee Stiehr stated the
proposed resubdivision was unique in that Lot 4, the rear half of Lots 131 and
132, is unlikely to be built on as a single building site. If this lot is re-
subdivided, full street improvement must be installed. A Covenant would serve
as notice to a prospective purchaser that he must pay for the improvements.
Trustee Kelm suggested the Plan-Commission be requested to review the provisions
for Planned Developments.
Ordinance Amending 0 -64 -21 The ordinance amending Ordinance No. 0 -64 -21
Human Relations Commission being nn ordinance establishing a Human Rela-
(0 -73 -6) tions Commission was presented.
The Village attorney stated the new Section Four,e, recommended by the
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Human Relations CommisslQn, waa inconsistent with the prQvitisions of the present Ordin-
a nce.
Trustee Brust moved, seconded by Trustee Stiehr, that the words "with the prior
approval of the Board of Trustees" be inserted in Section Four, e. The motion failed
by the following vote:
Ayes: Brust, Stiehr (2)
Nays: Kelm, Neuman, Slavin, Turner (4)
Human Relations Commission Chairman Robert Busch explained the reasons for the
recommended amendments, and discussion was had on the proposed ordinance, and what
changes should be made.
Trustee Kelm moved, seconded by Trustee Neuman, that the 1st paragraph of
Section Four be deleted..
Trustee Slavin moved, seconded by Trustee Neuman, that the motion be amended
by providing that the first genteute._be- retained; .:deleting -only the,,wdrd11'sg1'ely ",
and striking the second sentence in its entirety. Motion carried unanimously.
The motion as amended carried unanimously.
Trustee Neuman moved, seconded by Trustee Kelm, that the ordinance be passed
with changes as set forth above. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Brust, KElm, Neuman, Slavin, Stiehr, Turner (6)
N ays: None (0)
The
President stated he would
withhold his signature until the
ordinance has
b een re- typed.
Env. Com.
Report Re:
A report from the Environmental
Commission recom-
D utch Elm
Disease Spray
mended that the methoxychlor spraying
program for
control of Dutch Elm disease be
discontinued, and
the funds
allocated for spraying be
re- allocated for the employment
of a forester to
carry out
a sanitation program.
Discussion was-had on the merits of continuing the use of methoxychlor spray
and sanitation. Trustee Brust statedJit was his opiniontthe spraying program should
not be abandoned, but the cost of a sanitation program should'be investigated and
considered as a. combined program with methoxychlor spraying.
Trustee Neuman moved that the recommendation of the Environmental Commission be
accepted and the manager be instructed to provide in the Budget for the employment of
a forester on contract to implement a tree sanitation program, which, if prohibitively
expensive, can be removed. The motion failed for lack of a second.
Approve 1 Yr. Spraying Trustee Slavin moved, seconded by Trustee Brust,
Budget Forester on Contract that the methoxychlor spraying program be con-
tinued this year, and the Environmental Commission's
recommendation on the employment of a forester on contract be accepted, at least in
the Budget study phase.
Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance -Mun. Code Amend.
No Left Turns- Kenton onto
D eerfield Road
(0 -73 -7) .
Trustee Brust moved, seconded by Trustee Neuman,
that the ordinance be passed amending Section
20.211 of the Municipal Code by adding the following:
"It shall be unlawful for vehicles southbound on
Kenton Road to turn left onto Deerfield Road."
Discussion was had on hazards to traffic and children at this offset intersection.
Trustee Neuman stated the final solution was relocation of traffic signals and the
school crosswalk, but the prhhibition on-'.left turns would promote safety as a temporary
measure. A guardrail along the sidewalk on Deerfield Road from Rosemary Terrace to
the school crosswalk was suggested for the protection of pedestrians, especially
s chool chlidren.
The engineer's estimate for relocation & modification of traffic lights at
the Kenton - Deerfield - Kipling intersection is $7,110, the manager reported.
The ordinance was passed with the following vote:
Ayes: Brust, Kelm, Neuman, Slavin, Stiehr, Turner (6)
N ays: None (0)
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The President signed the ordinance indicating his. approval thereof.
Trustee Neuman moved, seconded by Trustee Turner, that costs for re-
location and modification of traffic signals at the Kenton - Deerfield - Kipling
intersection be included in next year's MFT Budget.
Motion carried unanimdusly.
Trustee Stiehr stated he had seen portable flashing lights in the center
of the road at each end of the school zone when children are going to and from
school and suggested the Safety Council consider the use of these lights which
would be placed in the middle of Deerfield Road by the crossing guard and re-
moved when he leaves. The manager stated the lights are not authorized by; "the
State and the Village would be liable if an accident occurs as a result of the
lights.
Discussion - Replacement President Forrest stated the Park Board and
,2.f PropertZ for Park the Village are in agreement on Plan D ulti-
mate...prepaxed..by Paul Box, but the Village is
obligated to replace land taken for this plan which is excess of land utilized
by the Merci plan prepared for the Park District. The total area of two properties
now for sale on Hazel Avenue is 16,400 sq. ft., and the additional land taken
for Plan D ultimate is 11,800 sq. ft. - 72 per cent of the total area. He
recommended the Village contribute 72 per cent of the cost of acquistion of the
properties by the Park District.
Trustee Stiehr moved, seconded by Trustee Brust, that the Village contribute
72 per cent toward the acquistion of properties on Hazel AVenue, as recommended
by President Forrest, the Park District to clearn the property within two years.
Park District President Peter Trenchard stated the time limitation for
removal of the houses may create some problems since he did not know if the
Park Board would be willing to spend funds for this work within the two year
period. He.asked the Board to accept the Park Board's expressed intention to
provide open space as soon as possible.
The motion and second were withdrawn and the meeting was recessed for
an executive session at 10:10 p.m.
The meeting was reconvened at 10 :35 p.m., all members present.
President Forrest stated the matter of land acquistion was now in the
hands of the Park Board, who will report back to the Board of Trustees.
Approve Citizens' Committee President Forrest recommended the appointment
on CATV of a committee to draw up specifications and
requirements for a CATV system, and the
Village solicit bids for a CATV franchise. Trustee Kelm stated he would prefer
that a professional opinion be sought rather than the appointment of a citizens
group. Trustee Neuman questioned whether there was any real advantage in a
CATV system - the operator is more interested in revenue than in good program-
ming. He suggested the Village wait to see what other areas are doing before
proceeding. President'Forrest stated many people, and particularly the schools,
were interested, and he felt a committee would serve to thform the Board on
what would be the most desirable course of action for the good of the community.
The Village attorney stated there was'a general feeling that if communities
didn't get into CATV now, they will be cut out by I.C.C. and Federal regulations.
Trustee Stiehr moved, seconded by Trustee Turner, that President Forrest
be authorized to appoint a citizens' committee to study the potential of CATV
and make recommendations to the Board regarding a franchise. Adopted by the
f ollowing vote'
Ayes: Brust,I,Stiehr, Turner, Forrest (4)
Nays: Kelm, Neuman, Slavin (3)
Discussion -R.E. Review Bd. Discussion was had on a proposed ordinance
Amendment amending Section 27.1207 of the Municipal
Code pertaining to procedures of the Real
Estate Review. Board. It was the consensus of the Board that the ordinance be
re-written to substitute "Human Relations Commission" for "Real Estate Review
Board ", and the Village attorney was directed to prepare the ordinance$ com-
b ining the functions
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Discussion-Budget & Resources President Forrest suggested that budgeting and
Allocation resources allocation be handled by the Finance
Committee. Discussion was had on budget respon-
s ibiliti&s and procedures. Trustee Neuman stated it was the Board's responsibility
to set policy and establish guidelines for preparation of the budget, which can then
be prepared by the manager. He said Department heads had submitted reports on the
budget, but oily Public Works Director Kasinski's report gave the informationrxequested
i n order to set policy. A workshop meeting of the Board wa�rpropasckd: to -e`s ablish
policy and set guidelines, but several members stated they felt this should be done
by the Finance Committee. The Finance Committee will work on budget format and the
President will work with the manager on policy and budget amounts.
Trustee Neuman moved, seconded by Trustee Brust, that the manager be instructed
t o keep the cost per capita in the 1973 -74 budget at the same rate as that in the
1972-73 budget. The motion failed by the following vote:
Ayes: Brust, Neuman (2)
Nays: Kelm, Slavin, Stiehr, Turner (4)
Approve Agreement -Cook The Agreement between the Village and Cook County
Co. & Vlg. Re: Lake -Cook Rd. relative to Lake -Cook Road improvements was
Improvements presented. The Agreement lists what will be done
by Cook County and what is to be done by the Village.
Trustee Neuman moved, seconded by Trustee Stiehr, that the Agreement be approved and
a?xecution thereof authorized. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Brust, Kelm, Neuman, Slavin, Stiehr, Turner (6)
N ays: None (0)
Reports- Communications Trustee Neuman stated the letter from Baxter &
Woodman did not answer questions asked regarding
Sara Lee sewage treatment and handling. Detailed answers were requested on five
items, and the letter was not responsive. He asked the manager to get a detailed
letter from Baxter & Woodman on these items.
Trustee Neuman stated he had read the minutes of the Bus Committee, and he felt
the Committee should be informed that bicycle riding to the business district should
b e encouraged.
A meeting with Lake County on solid waste disposal will be held Monday, February
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Trustee Turner asked the Village attorney to check the United Conveyor Annexa-
tion Agreement regarding berm construction, number of stories above ground, etc.
He also asked what could be done to require the company to keep the property cleaned
up.
There being no further business, on motion by Trustee Slavin and seconded by
Trustee Turner, the meeting was adjourned at 11:30 p.m.
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
APPROVED:
President