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December 3, 1979
,.The regular meeting of the President and Board of Trus ters of the Village of
Deerfield was.called to order by the Clerk, in the - absence of the President,
.in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall on Monday, December 3, 1979, at 8:05
P.A. The clerk called the roll and reparted" that the following were
Present: �Norm a Gavin
Jerol d`L-..�He i s l er
Cynthia J'. `Marty
Edwin B. Seidman
Vernon E. Swanson
J. Robert York
Absent: Bernard Forrest, President
and that a quorum was present and in attendance at the meeting. Also present
were Messrs., Herbert Linn, representing the Village Attorney, and Robert D. Franz,
Village Manager.
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that Trustee Heisler be appointed
President Pro Tem. Motion carried unanimously.
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that the minutes of the regular
meeting held on November 19, 1979, be approved as submitted. Motion carried un-
animously.
REPORT ON DEPART- Public Works Director Edmund Klasinski had submitted
MENTAL OBJECTIVES a written report to the President and Board, relating
the accomplishments of the Department. Discussion
was had regarding the green crosswalks, which are holding up better than in past
years; the fact that double the amount of street inlet repairs were completed at
practically the same amount budgeted; the increase in the cost of meters; and the
various hydrants which have been damaged in accidents. The Board complimented
Mr. Klasinski on his excellent report.
ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT President Pro Tem Heisler announced that this item
SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING would be held over to the December 17th agenda due
to the�fact that there was a lack of a quorum at
the Plan Commission meeting the previous week. This will still fit into the time
requirements for this project.
HOUSING MAINTENANCE The Board requested that copies of the Housing
CODE - Attorney's report Maintenance Code be distributed to them for review,
together with a concise report from Mr. Smalley,
prior to any further action on this matter.
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that this matter be tabled to
December 17th, until the Board could see the copy of the Code and report from
Mr. Smalley. Motion carried unanimously.
SHIP'S LADDER AT Mr. Klasinski reviewed the circumstances surrounding
TREATMENT PLANT the Village staff's request for authorization to have
a ship's ladder constructed at the digester building
at the Wastewater Treatment Facility. Since this is a dangerous situation, and
action was strongly recommended by both the insurance carrier and the Safety Com- .
mittee, Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that the staff be authorized
to accept the quote of North Chicago Iron Works for this ladder construction, at a
cost.not to exceed 55,200. Motion carried by the following vote:.
AYES: Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson, York (6)
NAYS: None (0)
REFINISHING
STATION FLOOR
and the fact that the
Trustee Seidman moved,
be approved, with work
• Mr. Klasinski explained the need for some work to
refinish the waiting room floor at.the railroad
station. Several alternative methods were discussed,
vork would not be scheduled until Spring.
seconded by Trustee Marty, that the sealing and oiling method
to be done next Spring. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson, York (6)
NAYS: None (0)
Trustee Seidman-requested that consideration of the ordinance granting a Special
Use at 629 Deerfield k,.�..-1 (Gilbert Rayner) be removed from the consent agenda.
ORDINANCE 0 -79 -78 - PARKING `-The ordinance prohibiting on street parking-and-in
ON STREET AFTER 3" SNOWFALL V'1 +le -gt,,parking lots for 24 hours after a 3" or
-R,n� : s�,a -tall was presented for consideration.
Trustee Marty move,, 1_xconded by Trustee Seidman, ~t- }t- -P rules be waived to_
permit passa�,a of this ordinance on first reading. Moti:,n'czrried unanimously.
Tr-.r;,te- Marty then moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that the ordinance i; - adopted
m'15i.ion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson, York (6)
NAYS: None (0)
ORDINANCE 0 -79 -79 - SPECIAL USE
29 DEERFIELD ROAD, GILBER RAYNER,,
The ordinance granting a special -use
for Gilbert Rayner at 629 Deerfield Road
was presented for first reading.
Trustee Seidman asked whether the property needed for the additional parking had
been acquired by Gilbert Rayner. Mr. Franz stated that the covenant had been
signed and that the Village Attorney advised that we proceed. Trustee Seidman
then moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the rules be waived to permit passage
on first reading. Motion carried unanimously.
Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that the ordinance be adopted.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson, York (6)
NAYS: None (0)
LAKE -COOK /PINE STREET Trustee Marty reported that she had requested and
ACCIDENT STATISTICS-- received a computer print -out of the accidents which
have occurred at the Lake - Cook /Pine Street intersect
She,had discussed with Sgt. Thomas Hill the possible actions to reduce the accident
rate, since Sgt. Hill has recently attended Northwestern's Traffic Institute studyin�
this type problem. The recommendation is that left turns be prohibited during certain
hours from Pine Street onto Lake -Cook road, and that this be posted as a dangerous
intersection. After discussion, the Board directed that the Village Manager and
Chief of Police work out the details for accomplishing this.
Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the Manager and Chief of
Police prepare a recommendation for the December 17th meeting, stating definitively
the action to be taken, and that based on those recommendations, the Village Attorney
prepare an implementing ordinance for the December 17th meeting. Motion carried
unanimously.
208 WATER IMPLEMENTATION
STATEMENT RESOLUTION
as outlined by Village Engineer
Trustee Gavin moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson,
that the Village Attorney be directed to prepare
the necessary resolution, incorporating the changes
James Soyka. Motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST FOR CLASS E LIQUOR A request was considered for a Class E liquor license
LICENSE - 130 WAUKEGAN.ROAD at 130 Waukegan Road, which premises are presently
occupied by the Old Chicago Noodle Works, who have
a Class E license. This property will change hands in December, and will be .taken
over by International Inns, Inc., represented at the meeting by Wallace'Wilsey and
David Boys, officers of International Inns. After discussion,, Trustee Heisler
suggested that the Board express approval to President Forrest, Liquor Control Com-
missioner. Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the Board suggest
to President Forrest that the Board is in favor of issuing a Class E liquor license
to International Inns, effective January 1, 1980. Motion carried unanimously.
BUS SHELTER AGREEMENT
STRYKER PROPERTY
maintain a bus shelter at 641
.Trustee York moved, seconded by Trustee Gavin, that
the President be authorized to execute the agreement
with Donald Stryker which would permit the Village to
Deerfield Road:. Motion carried unanimously.
VEHICLE STICKERS Discussion was held regarding a request for a reduced
ANTIQUE CARS rate for vehicle stickers for antique.cars, based on
the fact that such cars were only used occasionally
for ceremonial purposes. After considerable discussion, it was the consensus of the
Board that to grant such a request would set a precedent. President Pro Tem Heisler
asked for a motion to grant the request. No motion being forthcoming, the matter was
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closed.
TRUCK SCALES IN PRAIRIE VIEW Mr. Franz stated that, while this item was not on
- PARRICIPATION BY VILLAGE the regular agenda, action was requested. The
Village,had agreed last June to participate in-the
renovation of truck scales in Prairie View to assure that they would be certified
by the State to enable munici•pa'lities to secure convictions in the case of violation
of truck weights. Deer- -field's share is $820.00.
Trustee Gavin moved, seconded by Trustee York, that the President be-authorized to
"sign the agreement and that the Village remit $820 as their share in this project.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Gavin, Heisler, Marty, Seidman, Swanson, York (6)
NAYS: None (0)
-Trustee York asked for a report from the Chief of Police as to how many trucks
have been stopped for overweight and how many fines have been collected. It was
pointed out that no fines could have been collected since the scales have not been
certified. Trustee York also asked for information regarding trucks stopped and
ticketed and fines collected for trucks violating the local truck ordinance.
Trustee Seidman complimented Mr. Franz on the newly instituted Status Report.
Discussion of new legislation revealed that the Village has on hand the safety
equipment required for municipal employees who might work in underground sewers.
•Also, Trustee Seidman pointed out that HB 358 provides that liquor can be served
within 100' feet of the nearest part of any structure relating to religious purposes
and education. He asked that the Village Engineer provide measurements from the
church on Lake -Cook Road and the Mallin property.
A short discussion was had regarding the opening of the fence between Deerbrook and
Lake -Cook Plaza. This has not been done and the agreement will come up for renewal
in January.
A discussion was had regarding the "Kissing Zone" and "No Kissing" signs recently
erected at the railroad station. Copies of the signs are being made available for
sale to those who request them. President Pro.Tem:::Heisler commended Mrs. Marjorie
Emery for this innovative idea and the resulting international recognition and
publicity. Mrs. Emery pointed out that without the artistic ability of her son,
Bill, the signs would not have been possible. The commendation was extended to
Bill Emery, as well. Trustee York read some clippings received at the Chamber.
Village Engineer Soyka asked that the Board provide some direction to him in regard
to the proposed traffic signal at Lake -Cook and Pine Street. Discussion was had
on a three -way or four -way signal, with the Board agreeing that the four -way would
be-required iif and when the Stone - Anderson - Brandel parcel is annexed. It was decided
that some expression should be obtained from them as to their participation in the
cost of the installation and that this be discussed at the December'17th meeting.
In reply to a suggestion from Trustee Gavin, Mr. Franz stated that he has written
to the Cook County Highway Department for President Forrest, requesting clarification
as to the responsibility of keeping Lake -Cook Road clear of snow and ice during the
winter months.
There being no further business to come before the Board, Trustee Marty moved,
__'seconded by Trustee Seidman, that the meeting be adjourned at 9:30 P.M. Motion
carried unanimously.
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