04/03/197823.4
April 3, 1978
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 3, 1978 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
Edwin B. Seidman
Vernon E. Swanson
Absent: Jerold L. Heisler
Cynthia J. Marty
and that a quorum was present and in attenance at the meeting. Also present were
Messrs. Herbert Linn, representing the Village attorney, and Norris Stilphen, manager.
Trustee Blumenthal moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that the minutes of the
meeting held March 20, 1978 be approved as corrected. (Page 231 - correction of
typographical error; line 40 - strike "private street ", add "Osterman Avenue ";
Page 232 - line 14 - add "as a result of letters from residents'.'; Delete line 18;
Page 232 - line 13 - add "if maintenance costs increase substantially. "). Motion
carried unanimously.
A representative of the Kiwanis Club spoke briefly on the club's work to en-
courage young people. There has been a meeting with Lt. Charles and Officer Kick
to discuss youth problems. Booklets were given to Officer Kick for distribution at
the schools. He presented to the President and the Board booklets on what everyone
should know about vandalism. Appreciation was expressed to the Kiwanis Club for
their work on youth problems.
A Proclamation was read designating the week of April 15 to April 22 as
Registered Occupational Week. The Proclamation was approved.
P.D. Report Chief of Police Brandt submitted a report on
Progress on Dept. Objectives Police Department objectives. He said that over
the past two years crime has been reduced. Traffic
accidents are up 9.8 per cent and enforcement has been increased by 3 per cent.
Regarding the computer, faulty guidelines were received from Texas Instruments,
but they will be ready to go by next Tuesday. The Department will be starting en-
forcement of the bicycle ordinance.
Approve Consent Agenda The Consent Agenda, with one item removed, was
presented as follows:
CONSENT AGENDA
Agreement between the Village and the State Agency for Federal Surplus Property.
Authorization for President to sign contracts for Special Assessment No. 114,
.Za"tes Road improvements.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Blumenthal, that the Consent
Agenda be approved. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Seidman, Swanson (4)
Nays: None (0)
1st Presentation - Ordinance
Comprehensive Amend. to
Zoning Ordinance
suggested a time limit for
front yards; she felt that
She also proposed a height
opposed to action on the o
corrected ordinance was at
The first presentation was made of an ordinance
for the Comprehensive Amendment to the Zoning
Ordinance. Several corrections in the text were
made. Mrs. Laura Lee Christoph, Evergreen Place,
the parking of recreational vehicles and boats in
from September to May they be parked in side or rear yards.
limitation of less than ten feet. She said she was
rdinance at the next meeting. Only one copy of the
the library and could not be taken out.
The President said additional copies would be available at the library
for review by the public.
Ordinance Granting Variations
Vecchione Resub.
(0- 78 -15)
sac with a length greater than
a depth of less than 110 feet,
Trustee Gavin moved, seconded by Trustee Blumenthal,
that the ordinance be passed granting variations
from the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance to
permit the Vecchione Resubdivison to have a cul -de-
300 feet,and a radius of 40 feet, certain lots having
and a dedicated right -of -way having a width of from
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33 feet to 50 feet; approval of the preliminary plat of resubdivision conditioned upon
the applicant providing a dedicated pedestrian walkway for access to Deerfield Road,
preparation of drainage plans, and prohibiting direct access from property immediatedly
to the west to the dedicated right -of -way. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Swanson, Forrest (4)
Pass: Seidman (1)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
S.C. Report- Extended Turn A report from the Safety Council recommended that the
Signals, Wilmot & Deerfield Village engineer investigate the possibility of putting
I in an extended turn signal eastbound on Deerfield Road
at Wilmot. It is the Council's feeling that the extended signal may stop people from
using the residential streets in the area to avoid the corner of Deerfield and Wilmot
Roads.
After discussion of the recommendation, decision was made that the Village engineer
�Y� look into the matter of feasibility and get an estimate of cost.
W S.C. Report -Elder In. A report from the Safety Council requested that Elder
co Part of Waukegan -Hazel Lane become part of the signalized intersection of
Intersection Waukegan Road and Hazel Avenue. The State will not permit
the installation of a traffic signal unless Elder Lane
becomes part of the intersection.
The Village engineer stated signalization at Elder Lane would cost at least
$15,000 however the State will modernize traffic lights, probably next year. He was
directed to keep the Board informed and coordinate this work.
Atty's Report -Milk A letter from Mr. Stucko discussed vending machines and
Vending Machines recommended that the Board make a determination whether
milk vending machines should be permitted as an accessory
use. Trustee Seidman stated these were two separate businesses and it was his opinion
it should not be allowed. It was pointed out that vending machines were permitted for
cigarettes, candy, pop, and ice, and why was milk excluded. It was stated that milk
machines were acceptable and would serve to reduce traffic at grocery stores if the
buyer needed milk only.
The matter will be considered at the next meeting.
Approve Final Plat
Copeland - Gehrke Resub.
authorized.
Discussion was had on
that there were valid argumei
should be discussed with the
Trustee Swanson moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that
the final plat of the Copeland - Gehrke Resubdivision of
two lots on North Waukegan Road be approved and execution
the driveways from each lot. Trustee Swanson suggested
its for one curb cut to serve the two driveways, and this
owners.
The motion to approve the final plat carried unanimously.
Accept Covenant- Behnke Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Blumenthal,
130 Fairview_ that the Covenant from William and Joyce Behnke be
accepted to permit them to occupy the house at 130
Fairview Avenue, Lot 53, Hovland's Subdivision, during the construction of a new resi-
dence on the same lot; the present residence to be razed within fifteen days after
receipt of a Certificate of Occupancy for the new residence.
Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance- McDonald's Drive The manager reported on a meeting with McDonald repre-
FAILED- Approve Changes sentatives, Village staff, Chairman of the Safety
Council and a traffic engineer employed by McDonald's.
Modifications in the driveways were discussed and suggestions were made to shift the
median strip to provide two entrance lanes and two exit lanes, higher intensity lights,
and landscaping and radius changes in lieu of a curb cut at the south end of the property.
A representative from McDonald's presented a site plan showing modifications. He
submitted a letter of agreement to these modifications as soon as Village and State
approvals are obtained.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that the ordinance be passed
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amending Section 22 -45 of the Municipal Code by adding that it shall be unlawful
for vehicles eastbound from the parking lot of the McDonald's Restaurant to turn
left from said exit onto Waukegan Road. The motion failed by the following vote:
Ayes: None (0)
Nays: Blumenthal, Gavin, Seidman, Swanson (4)
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the modifications
be approved with installation of 250 watt bulbs.
Motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance -Mun. Code Amend.
Sec. 16 -23 Sewer Use & In-
dustrial Cost Recovery Code
Amend Sec. 118
(0- 78 -16)
The ordinance was presented amending Section 16 -23
of the Municipal Code, adoptiong by reference a
Sewer User and Industrial Cost Recovery Code,
and further amending Section 118 by identifying
Industrial Users.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the rules to waived
to permit action on the ordinance at its first presentation. Motion carried un-
animously.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the ordinance be
passed as presented. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Seidman, Swanson (4)
Nays: None (0)
The President signed the ordinance indicating his approval thereof.
Appoint Touche Ross Auditors Trustee Swanson moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin,
$9000 + 1 Time Fee $1000 that Touche Ross be appointed auditors for the
:. year ending April 30, 1978 at a fee of $9,000
plus a one -time fee of $1,000 for re- writing the audit program due to computerization,
$500 to be paid this year and $500 next year, as recommended by the treasurer.
Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Seidman, Swanson (4)
Nays: None (0)
Table Kuhn Request Mr. Wagner of Kuhn's Delicatessen requested the
Class C Liquor License 'issuance of a Class C liquor license to allow
the serving of wine or beer to customers who eat
there. At present the delicatessen has a license for packaged goods only.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the request be tabled
until the entire Board is present.
Motion carried unanimously.
Accept
Low Bids - Miscel.
Trustee Blumenthal moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin,
Shop Equip.
& Hand Tools
that the
following low bids for miscellaneous
shop equipment and hand tools be accepted:
Item
Cost
Company
1.
Floor press
$1,200.60
Snap -On Tools
2
Hydraulic puller
613.40
Snap -On Tools
3.
Impact wrench
325.00
P.B. Enterprises
8.
Circular saw
110.00
P.B. Enterprises
12.
Pipe cutter
39.60
P.B. Enterprises
13.
Pipe reamer
63.99
P.B. Enterprises
14.
1/2 " Socket set
250.00
P.B. Enterprises
18.
Tri -pod pipe vise
124.00
P.B. Enterprises
20.
Two strap wrenches
18.50
P.B. Enterprises
5.
Welder
114.33
W.W. Grainger
6.
Drill press
298.41
W.W. Grainger
7.
Bench grinder
98.56
W.W. Grainger
10.
Wheelbarrow
48.24
W.W. Grainger
19.
7" sand grinder
108.33
W.W. Grainger
To be purchased locally by the Public Works Department:
4. Gas welding; 9. Shop vacuum; 11. Pipe threader; 15. 3/4" Socket set; 16. Tap
and die set; 17. Bench vise.
Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal, Gavin, Seidman, Swanson (4)
Nays: None (0)
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Reports The clerk reported that she had not been given the
Exhibit A that accompanies Ordinance No. 0 -78 -11
providing for variations at 1460 Waukegan Road.
The Village engineer stated he would like the feeling of the Board regarding
the improvement of North Avenue, half of the dedicated street being in Bannockburn.
Trustee Swanson said the Village should try for the improvement of this street,
but it should not be pushed. The matter will be discussed with the Bannockburn Board.
The manager -reported he had received a letter from the 208 Steering Committee
and had talked to Mr. Ken Small who would make a presentation to the Board on the
program. It was the consensus that Mr. Small not appear before the Board, but the
program should be requested in writing.
Copies of the letter regarding the vacation of Journal Court will be included
in the distribution to the Trustees.
There being no further business to come before the meeting, on motion by Trustee
Swanson and seconded by Trustee Seidman, the meeting was adjurned at 10:10 p.m.
ATTEST:
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Village Clerk rJ
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' President