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June 19, 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, June 19, 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 °
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.
James Stucko, representing the Village attorney, and Norris Stilphen, manager.
Trustee Gavin moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the minutes of the regular
meeting held June 5, 1978 be approved as corrected. (Page 253, line 26.- strike "the
fees for Lots 7 and 8 should be removed - they should not be less than the bus fare." ;
00 add "that Lots 7 and 8 are available to all on a first come -first served basis. ")
co Motion carried unanimously.
Approve Warrant No. W -78 -6 Trustee Heisler moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson,
Q that Warrant No. W -78 -6 - 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)
Approve Consent Agenda The Consent Agenda, with one item deleted and two
items added, was presented for consideration as
follows: CONSENT AGENDA
Authorization for President to sign Addendum to DOT Highway Maintenance Agreement.
Appointments: Board of Zoning Appeals - David Tomchin
Safety Council - Garold Christenson
Authorization for President to sign Highway Safety Project Agreement - Fire Department.
Ordinance amending Section 22 -165 of the Municipal Code: Parking prohibited between
10:00 A.M. and 12 Noon on both sides of Forest Avenue between Fair Oaks Avenue
and Hazel Avenue. (0- 78 -27)
Ordinance amending Section 22 -165 of the Municipal Code: Parking prohibited at any time
on the west side of Chestnut Street between Greenwood Avenue and North Avenue.
(0- 78 -28)
Ordinance amending Section 22 -129 of the Municipal Code, Definitions, deleting (a)(6)
and adding amended (a)(6), (a)(7)and (a)(8), Parking lot locations, and adding
amended Section 22 -129A, Parking fees, for Lots 3, 5, 6, 7 or 8, subsections (a),
(b) and (c). (0- 78 -29)
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Blumenthal, that the Consent Agenda
be approved, including passage of the three 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 Amending Spec. Use The ordinance was presented authorizing an amendment
P.D. - Office Complex ( Strub) to Ordinance No. 74 -49 granting a Special Use for
(0- 78 -30) a Planned Development - Office Complex to permit the
development of Parcel 3, in accordance with a
Plan of Development dated April 10, 1978, marked Exhibit "B ", and approval of the second
story covered access ramp deemed to be an appurtenance to the office structure as
depicted as Building 2 on exhibit "B ", as requested by James O'Halloran, S. Guy Fishman,
Edwin McGuire and Joseph Ceisel (owners of the former Strub property).
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that the rules be waived to permit
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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.
S.C. Report On- Street Parking A report from the Safety Council recommended
Referred to DCD &RC that the ban on on- street parking in the Central
Business District be continued, and further
recommended that on- street parking on a trial basis not be permitted. The Council
suggested that the Chamber of Commerce be directed to show some movement to increase
off - street parking.
Mr. Robert York, Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, said the Village Board
should do what the people want, as evidenced by the number of residents of Deerfield
and environs who had signed petitions asking for on- street parking. The speed check
leaves much to be desired, he said, no time or date being given.
. after further discussion Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that
that overall parking problem, both off - street and on- street, be referred to the Deer-
field Center Development and Redevelopment Commission when they meet.
Motion carried unanimously.
P.C. Recommendation -
Mallin Property -Deny
Rezoning to C -2
Deny Planned Unit
Development
cial Distict, and denial
Unit Development for Lot
The subject property is
A report from the Plan Commission recommended
denial of the petition of Joseph Giddan and
Sons, represented by Mr. Jack Siegel, attorney,
to rezone Lot 3, Mallin Subdivision, from its
present classification as R -2 Single Family
Residence District to the C -2 Outlying Commer-
of the petitioner for a special use for a Commercial Planned
1, Ace Hosts Subdivision, and Lot 3, Mallin Subdivision.
at the northeast intersection of Lake -Cook and Waukegan Roads.
Mr. Jack Siegel, attorney for the Mallin estate and the contract purchaser
of the property reviewed the findings of the Plan Commission. He said the proposed
development was the highest and best use of the property, the remaining three corners
of the intersection being zoned for commercial uses, and the development would be a
source of revenue to the Village and other Lake County taxing bodies. He stated no
liquor license would be requested for the proposed restaurant. He asked the Board to
approve the rezoning and special use and said the developer was prepared to make any
changes in plans that the Board desired.
Discussion was had on the proposal in support of the Plan Commission's
recommendation for denial. Mrs, Laura Lee Christoph, Evergreen Place, presented a
petition signed by six abutting property owners, and petitions signed by 259 residents
of Briarwoods Vista and 104 residents of Deerfield. She demonstrated a plan of devel-
opment for 16 to 18 single family homes, with Greenbriar extended westerly and ending
in a cul -de -sac with no access to Waukegan Road. Numerous residents spoke in opposition
to the rezoning, citing increased traffic, vacancies in stores already built, and
the nuisance of trucks making deliveries to shops if the tract is rezoned. Also
mentioned was the inevitability of requests for additional rezonings along the east
side of Waukegan Road if this petition for rezoning is granted.
Mrs. Mildred Fritz, a beneficiary of the estate, said the property had been
offered for sale but the prices quoted were ridiculously low. A covenant for single
family homes had been granted by her father, John Mallin, which expired in 1975. The
family has owned the property for forty years and now must be liquidated.
Trustee Heisler moved, seconded by Trustee Marty, that the recommendation of
the Plan Commission be accepted and the petition for rezoning to C -2 classification
for the northerly five acres be denied and the accompanying petition for a special
use as a Commercial Planned Unit Development also be denied.
Motion carried unanimously.
The meeting was recessed at 9:30 p.m. and reconvened at 9:45 p.m., all
members present.
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Request Revision Re. The Chief of Police requested _a change in the
Hitchhiking ordinance on hitchhiking and suggested a revision
Authorize Ordinance to read as follows: "No person shall stand in a
roadway, parkway or sidewalk for the purpose of
soliciting a ride or soliciting business from the driver of any vehicle."
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that the attorney prepare an
ordinance to conform the the Chief's suggestion.
Motion carried unanimously.
Report -Elm St. Improvements A report from the Village engineer stated the
Accept Grant - Authorize Originating Department of Transportation considers the Elm Street
Resolution improvement project eligible for a 70 per cent grant
under the Federal Safer Off- System Roads program.
The Village is responsible for the remaining 30 per cent and the design engineering,
which can come from any source of funds including Special Assessment. The grant funds are
available on a first come basis so it is imperative to obligate the funding as soon as
possible. The recommended that the Village pay for the design engineering /soil borings
as Public Benefit. If the Board approves this funding, the cost to residents would be
$14 to $16 per front foot.
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Residents of Elm Street expressed interest in this proposal but would like further
information.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Blumenthal, thata letter be sent to
the Department of Transportation to obligate the grant, and the attorney be directed to
prepare the Orginating Resolution to initiate the Special Assessment.
Motion carried unanimously.
Letters giving information on the improvement will be sent to residents of Elm
Street, and it was suggested that cards indicating "Yes" or "No" be included.
S.C. Report -Pool Crossing A report from the Safety Council recommended that
Guard - Wilmot - Deerfield the crossing guard at the Wilmot- Deerfield inter-
section keep an hourly count of the children who use
the intersection, and give this information to the Police Department daily. The count
should be taken daily for a minimum of two weeks following the opening of the pool.
Direct Preparation Statement
of Policy- Garage Sale &
Instructional Signs
administration by clarifying
Trustee Seidman moved,
Statement of Policy regarding
Motion carried unanimously.
A letter from Mr. Stucko stated there was an apparent
conflict in the new Zoning Ordinance regarding
Garage Sale signs, Directional signs and Signs, In-
structional, and he felt the Board could assist the
the application of the ordinance by a policy determination.
seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the attorney prepare a
signs for review by the Board.
Discussion - Abberton Resub. Discussion was had on the Abberton Resubdivision on
Broadmoor Place and the failure of the developer to
restore proper drainage and repair streets and sidewalks which he is required to do.
Residents stated homes would be flooded if the drainage is not corrected and the street
is hazardous due to lack of repairs. The Village engineer stated the developer has been
notified in writing about work which is to be completed but work has not been done.
$3,100 remains in the escrow account which is not enough to complete the drainage and
repairs, but $10,000 was released by the bank without authorization by the Village.
Mr. Stucko suggested the bank be first asked by what authority were funds released
from the escrow account, and an effort be made to get as much done as possible. A resident
stated he planned to file suit for damages in the amount of $20,000.
Trustee Blumenthal stated the Board should take a look at escrow funds - a question
of payments released and is 10 per cent retention of funds sufficient.
Trustee Seidman stated 20 to 30 trucks cross the sidewalk during construction of
the addition to Whitehall Nursing Home, and the sidewalk should be repaired.
Accept Bid Northwest Ford Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman,
Truck Sales $5293 that the low total bid of $5,293 submitted by North-
west Ford Truck Sales, Inc. be accepted for a 1979
conventional truck chassis and cab, 4 wheel drive with an 8 foot all steel pickup body
to be delivered on or before September 30, 1978, as recommended by the Public Works
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Department. Adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Blumenthal,.Gavin. Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson (6)
Nays: None (0)
Approve Lower Tax Multiplier The Village treasurer reported a hearing has
Hearing Bd. of Review been scheduled by the Board of Review on the
reduction of the tax multiplier for West Deer-
field Township on the basis that property in the Township is assessed at a higher
amount than in other Townships. The multiplier would be reduced to .8482.
After discussion of the matter, Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee
Blumenthal, that the lower multiplier be approved and the treasurer go to the hearing
before the Board of Review in Waukegan to testify in favor of the lower multiplier.
Motion carried unanimously.
Accept H.P. Proposal Sewage
Treatment for 4 Houses
Highland Park wants to do this work by
Deerfield is also on a septic system.
treat the sewage from these four homes
The Village engineer reported that Highland Park
has requested sewage treatment for four houses
in Highland Park that are on septic tanks.
special assessments. The Wagner residence in
It would be more economical to have the Village
plus the Wagner residence.
Mr. Stucko stated that if Highland Park plans to do the work by special assess-
ment, the Wagner property could not be assessed. He suggested that an agreement with
Highland Park be contingent on Mr. Wagner's approval.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Heisler, that Highland Park's
request be accepted contingent upon Mr. Wagner's approval, the Village to accept
no more than four homes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Reports The Board approved the agreement regarding maternity leave.
Trustee Blumenthal that a copy of the Glenview ordinance be obtained which
includes a site plan as a part of the approval for building permits. Mr. Stucko
said a n Architectural Review Committee could be authorized, but their work would be
in an advisory capacity.
Trustee Marty said she had enjoyed reading the final report of the Human Re-
lations Commission. Trustee Seidman suggested that the Commission be commended.
Resolution - President Local
Agent for Disaster Assistance
applying for Federal Disaster Relief.
Motion carried unanimously.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee
Marty, that a Resolution be adopted desig-
nating the President as the local agent for
There being no further business, on motion by Trustee Seidman and seconded
by Trotee Heisler, the meeting was adjourned at 11:20 p.m.
APPROVED:
President
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
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