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December 19, 1977
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, December 19, 1977 at 8:05 p.m. The Clerk called the roll and reported
that the following were
Present: Bernard Forrest, President
D. Jeffrey Blumenthal
Norma Gavin
Jerold L. Heisler
Cynthia J. Marty
Edwin B. Seidman
Vernon E. Swanson
Absent: None
and that a quorum was present and in attendance at the meeting. Also present were
Messrs. Herbert Linn, representing the Village attorney, and Norris Stilphen, manager.
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, moved that the minutes of the
regular meeting held December 5, 1977 be approved as corrected. (Page 208,line 26 -
Add: Trustee Marty said the Village may have to return the Grant.) Motion carried
unanimously.
Approve Warrant No. W -77 -12 Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee
Swanson, that Warrant No. W -77 -12 - payment of
bills, including fund transfers and reimbursements, be approved. Adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
Treasurer's Report The treasurer's report for November, 1977 was
received and included the highlight control
report, cash and investment statements, detail expenditures by activity, revenue and
expense statement and cash flow statements. The treasurer reported that August 1977
sales tax receipts were up approximately 12 per cent.
Approve Payment $50959 Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee
Computer Hardware Blumenthal, that payment of $50,959 be approved
for computer hardware, as recommended by the
treasurer. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
Approve Consent Agenda The Consent Agenda, with two items removed, was
presented for consideration as follows:
CONSENT AGENDA
Ordinance granting variation from the Zoning Ordinance for construction line at
720 Timber Hill Road (Ferester). (0- 77 -83)
Ordinance granting variations from the Zoning Ordinance for front, side and rear
yards at 920 Holly Court (Siegel). (0- 77 -84)
Appoint Rosemary Stavropoulos Chairman of Human Relations Commission.
Resolution establishing February 6, 1978 as the hearing date for consideration of
establishment of a Business District pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 24,
Section 11- 74.3 -1 et seq.
Trustee Heisler moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that the Consent Agenda
be approved including passage of the two ordinances. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinances indicating his approval thereof.
Ordinance- Authorize Sp. Use
in B District -Shell Oil Co.
Lake -Cook & Waukegan
(0- 77 -85)
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman,
that the ordinance be passed authorizing a
Special Use in the B- Business District for
Shell Oil Company, Lake -Cook and Waukegan Road.
Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
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The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Ordinance Granting Variations Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman,
Lake -Cook Shell that the ordinance be passed granting variations from
(0- 77 -86) the Zoning Ordinance for the erection on two canopy
structures 7 feet from the property line, the con-
struction of two dispensing units located 21 feet and 49 feet, 6 inches from the property
line, and the placement of underground gasoline storage tanks 25 feet from the southern
property line on a site of less than 40,000 square feet, at Lake -Cook and Waukegan Roads,
as requested by Shell Oil Company. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Re: S.C. & P.C. Recommendations The manager reported that employees cars are being
McDonald Traffic Problem parked in the first few spaces to avoid having cars
back outduring heavy traffic flows. He also reported
on the status of restriping, directional arrows and entrance lighting to be implemented
by McDonald's. The State of Illinois has been asked to reduce the speed limit on South
Waukegan Road. He said he would meet with McDonald's representatives, Mr. James DiPietro,
Safety Council Chairman Blumberg and the Plan Commission the next evening to discuss the
use of the Golden Bear driveway by McDonald's. McDonald's has not yet made a new traffic
study.
Report- Effectiveness No Left
Turns - Petersen & Park District
Turnaround
lst Presentation - Ordinance
Driveway Deposits -No Performance
Bonds
cash deposit. The ordinance was
Zoning.
S.C. Report -No Parking
Osterman & Central from
Elm to Jonquil 10 AM to Noon
A report from Chief of Police Brandt stated that the
ordinance prohibiting left turns from Petersen Lane
to the Park District turnaround and from the turnaround
to Petersen Lane has proved effective.
The first presentation was made of an ordinance
amending Section 19.24(d) establishing residential
driveway deposits and inspection fees by deleting
the provision for a performance bond in lieu of the
prepared at the request of the Director of Building and
be erected on a temporary basis for
A report from the Safety Council recommended that
parking be prohibited between 10 A.M. amd 12 Noon
on both sides of Osterman Avenue and Central Avenue
from Elm Street to Jonquil Terrace, the signs to
a period of 90 days.
Trustee Marty said there are plenty of parking spaces on the east side of Elm Street
and suggested temporary signs on Osterman and Central. Trustee Blumenthal said there
would still be a problem and proposed that maps be printed showing where parking lots are
and the maps posted on bulletin boards. He said car pools would help. Trustee Swanson
said before more signs are posted, information should be given out. The manager suggested
that, rather than permanent signs, the Chief of Police be empowered to make and enforce
temporary parking regulations for a period not to exceed 90 days; during the 90 day period
it can be determined whether there is a need for continuation of no parking.
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that the attorney be directed to
prepare an ordinance to empower the Chief of Police to make and enforce temporary parking
regulations for up to 90 days as approved by the manager.
Motion carried unanimously.
Petitions were received from residents of Osterman Avenue and from residents of
Forest Avenue to prohibit parking on Osterman and Forest Avenues between the hours of
10 a.m. and 12 noon, and asked that signs be placed at proper intervals stating no parking
between 10 a.m. and 12 noon. A resident of Osterman Avenue requested that the limitation
of parking be made permanent. He said the streets are narrow, making it difficult for
emergency vehicles, delivery trucks and garbage trucks to get through with cars often
parked illegally. Cars are often parked too close to driveways and snow makes it even
harder to get out. Traffic is often stopped on the railroad crossing on Osterman due to
congestion. Cars are driven over the curb in order to get through, resulting in unsightly
parkways.
The President said he and the Board were trying to do something about parking.
Trustee Swanson stated the Village had put in another parking lot along the railroad
tracks from Sunset to Osterman. Trustee Heisler pointed out that it looked like a lot is
under construction, and Trustee Marty suggested that the police direct cars to this new
lot.
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Ordinance -Mun. Code Amend. Trustee Seidman moved. seconded by Trustee Marty,
Sec. 22 -24(a) & 22 -161 that the ordinance be passed amending Sections
25 MPH Speed limit- Exceptions 22 -24(a) and 22 -161 of the Municipal Code by
(0- 77 -87) establishing a speed limit of 25 miles per hour
on any street not under the jurisdiction of the
Illinois Department of Transportation, and a speed limit of 15 miles per hour in an
alley, with the exception of Wilmot Road and Deerfield Road where a speed limit of 30
miles per hour is established. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Gavin, Heisler, Seidman, Swanson (4)
Nays: Blumenthal, Marty (2)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Ordinance -Mun. Code Amend. The ordinance was presented amending Section 2.102
Sec. 2.102 Police Personnel of the Municipal Code by increasing the number of
(0- 77 -88) Police sergeants to seven, and decreasing the
number of Patrolmen to 23.
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman that the rules be waived to permit
action on the ordinance at its first presentation. Motion carried unanimously.
Trustee Marty then moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that the ordinance be passed
as presented. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Police Commissioners James Bente and George Schleicher presented a Sergeants star
to Officer Krabala who expressed appreciation to the Chief and the officers with whom
he works.
Resolution Authorizing Work Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson,
On State Right -of -Way that the Resolution be passed authorizing permits
No Bond Required to be issued by the Illinois Department of Trans-
portation for work in the State right -of -way
by the Village without bond. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
Authorize Resolution President Forrest stated allegations have been
Confidence in Vlg. Attorneys made regarding conflict of interest by Pedersen
& Houpt, attorneys for the Village. He said the
firm was appointed after an exhaustive investigation and the Board was fully aware that
they represented various people, and offered to step aside in any case where there was
any conflict of interest or appearance of conflict of interest. In his opinion the
firm has conducted itself with integrity, and not one case has been lost since they
have represented the Village.
Trustee Heisler moved, seconded by Trustee Marty, that a resolution be prepared
expressing confidence in the firm of`Pederson & Houpt. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
Riverwoods Police Contract Discussion was had on the contract with the
Discontinued Village of Riverwoods for partial police service
by the Deerfield department. Chief Brandt has
gone along in anticipation of full service to Riverwoods. Trustee Marty proposed a
meeting with Riverwoods, but said the contract should be discontinued December 31, 1977.
Chief Brandt will cooperate with the Sheriff's office and with Riverwoods on
accidents. Riverwoods residents will be notified to transfer burglar alarms to the
Sheriff's office.
The President said a letter would be sent to Riverwoods regarding discontinuance
of the Police Contract on December 31, 1977 and will discuss a contract with Riverwoods
at a meeting to be arranged.
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A letter was received from Walgreen's stating that a gift of $600 has been
contributed to the Bicentennial Commission. A resounding vote of thanks was expressed
by the Board.
Clerk's Reports The clerk reported that the Department of Local
Government Affairs has granted tax exemption to
the Village for 51 per cent of the year for property at Central Avenue and the
drainage ditch given to the Village by Chesterfield Development Corporation.
Numerous complaints were received about the increased tax bills received last
week, but it was pointed out that the Village's tax rate was reduced.
Reports The treasurer will attend a seminar on unemployment
insurance.
The report on Flood insurance has been sent on to the Flood Committee.
Authorize Police Physical The physical fitness program at Lake -Cook Plaza was
Fitness Program, Lake -Cook discussed. Chief Brandt said police officers get a
Plaza special rate and allowed to pay by the month. The
program will be requested in next year's budget.
co Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the Chief of Police
be authorized to pay $125 for each officer (if he can find the money in the Budget)
with a deduction of $5.00 for each pay period, and a $50.00 rebate for completion of
the program. Adopted by the following vote:
Q Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
Mrs. Laura Lee Christoph, Evergreen Place, said the decorator had not fixed the
cracks in the Board room. Trustee Marty said she had talked with the decorator and
repairs would be made in January.
A resident asked if the Board can require smoke detectors in homes. The Presi-
dent said the Board had talked about putting this requirement in the Subdivision Code
but he did not know if detectors can be required in existing homes.
Apply to CETA for The manager said there is an opportunity to get
2 Employees people for one year through CETA but application must
be submitted before the first of the year. He would
like to apply to get a planning aide and janitorial service to staff a recycling
center.
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that application to CETA
be authorized for two employees.
Motion carried unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion by Trustee
Seidman and seconded by Trustee Swanson, the meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
APPROVED:
President
ATTEST:
Village Clerk Clerk