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11/07/1988MAYOR FORREST'S STATEMENT REGARDING GUN LEGISLATION November 7, 1988 After several weeks of deliberating on the matter, the Village Board expects this evening to vote on whether to enact specific gun legis- lation in Deerfield. With whatever additional discussion is needed, I would urge the Board to take final action tonight on what has been a very difficult, emotional issue. However it is decided, we have spent considerable time and energy on this subject and now need to put the issue behind us. Through today, we have received almost 60 letters, which have been evenly divided among those who support and those against any gun legislation. Generally, the comments received have been helpful to the Board in weighing the pros and cons of the issue. Time doesn't permit each of these letters being read publicly, but they will be made part of the written record of this meeting. Some attending the October 17th meeting were angered over not being able to speak that evening. Yet, the written comments requested that night provided the Board with the opportunity to carefully evaluate both sides of this issue. Tonight, the Board will first discuss the proposed ordinance and whether it should be amended further. When our discussions are completed, but before a vote is taken, we will listen to residents of Deerfield who wish to be heard of the subject. I ask that you respect everyone's rights to express themselves without outbursts for or against that which is offered. I would also ask that, for the sake of brevity, people not repeat points that have already been made. As difficult as this subject is, we all have one objective and that is doing what is right for our community. While differ on how to accomplish that goal, let's proceed in a manner as we try to resolve the issue this evening. BERNARD FORREST Mayor in common we may n orderly U M November 7, 1988 The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Deerfield was called to order by the Mayor in the Council Chamber of the Village Ha11 on Monday, November 7, 1988 at 8:00 P.M. The Clerk called the roll and announced that the following were Present: Bernard Forrest, Mayor James L. Marovitz Cynthia J. Marty Harriet B. Rosenthal Edwin B. Seidman Vernon E. Swanson J. Robert York and that a quorum was present and in attendance. Also present was Village Manager Robert Franz and Village Attorney Alan Nathan. Mr. William Sanke,appeared before the Board and suggested the Village create an ad hoc committee to study means of curbing traffic fatalities by stringent control of young autcmo.bile drivers. Mr. Sanke was advised the Board would take this matter under advisement. Trustee Rosenthal requested the minutes of the previous meeting re: sideyard variation (Bligh) reflect the reason for the Board's decision to overrule the Board of Zoning Appeals. The Board voted to grant a variation at 1611 Berkley since it was a corner lot and no building abutted the proposed deck. Trustee Swanson asked that the word "construction" be deleted from the minutes regarding the Lake Cook Road river bridge engineering services. Trustee Marty noted that Mr. Shore's first name mentioned in Discussions be corrected from Marty to Mitchell. Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Marty, that the minutes of the previous meeting as amended be approved. Motion carried unanimously. R -88 -12 RESOLUTION INTL. ASSOCIA:'ION OF POLICE CHIEFS ON HAKDGUN CONTROL 0 -88 -65 ORDINANCE PROHIBITION OF MANU- FACTURE & SALE OF HANDGUNS IN DEERFIELD 0 -88 -66 ORDINANCE REGULATIONS OF WEAPONS Mayor Forrest commented that about 60 letters had been received in response to the Board's request for residents to express in writing their opinion on the proposed resolution and ordinances. The pros and cons expressed were were evenly divided. They will be made a part of the record of the, meeting. Trustee Rosenthal reviewed an amended ordinance with several basic changes. The The word "handguns" was substituted for "firearms." Definitions of business, dealer and sale were discussed. Trustee Marovitz suggested that sale be defined as transfer of ownership of a handgun by a dealer. Dealer be defined as any person or firm engaged in the business of sale or exchange of handguns for profit. Trustee Rosenthal moved, seconded by Trustee Marty, that.the Ordinance be amended to include the recommended substitution of the word "handguns" for "firearms" and the definitions of business, dealer and sale as discussed. Motion carried unanimously. Residents in attendance at the meeting expressed their opinions on the proposed ordinance prohibiting manufacture and sale of handguns - -- in Deerfield. Trustee Marovitz moved, seconded Trustee Marty, that the question be called. Mction carried unanimously. Trustees Seidman and Swanson stated their reasons for opposing passage of the ordinance. Mayor Forrest also noted his opposition to its passage. Trustee Marty =moved, seconded by Trustee Swanson, that the Resolution supporting the International Association of Police Chiefs' position on handgun control be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. Trustee Marovitz moved, seconded by Trustee Rosenthal that the Ordinance prohibiting "the sale and manufacture of handguns in Deerfield as amended be adopted. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Marovitz, Marty, Rosenthal, York (4) NAYS: Seidman, Swanson (2) The ordinance on regulation of weapons has not been revised in 30 years. The proposed amendment defines the procedure for possession ,of weapons and updates the existing regulations. Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that the question be called. Motion carried unanimously. Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that the Ordinance amending the Municipal Code re clarification of existing regulations of weapons be adopted. Motion carried by the following vote: M AYES: Marovitz, Marty, Rosenthal, Seidman, Swanson, York (6) NAYS: None (0) Meeting recessed at 9:10 P.M. and resumed at 9:20 F.M. MANPOWER COMMISSION Mayor Forrest annouonced the following appointments: Plan Commission - Michael Swartz and David Marks reappointed for three year terms; - .Board of Zoning Appeals - Steven Pflaum, five year term; Board of Police Commissioners - Arnold Silverman reappointed for three year term; Police Pension Board - John Cooper reappointed for two year term; Board of Building Appeals - Richard Osman reappointed for five year term; Manpower Commision - Thomas Needham and Richard Strauss reappointed for three year terms; Youth Council - Ida Greenfield reappointed and Carmen Hammond, three year terms; Human Relations Commission - Shirley Horton and Anibal Merino reappointed for three year terms; Safety Council - Herbert Nicholson and Howard Foote reappointed for three year terms; VCDC - Robert Ducharme, Jannes Zobus and Robert Gilot reappointed for three year terms; Appearance Review Committee - Gerald Grethen and Michael Tarnow reappointed for three year terms; Cable Advisory Board - Jerry Madden appointed for three year term; Energy Advisory Board - Barbara Chester and Karen Scott appointed for three year terms; Sister City Committee - Edward Bohrer appointed for indefinite term. Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Marty, that the Manpower Commission appointments be accepted. Motion carried unanimously. FINAL DEVELOPMENT Steven Levin, representing petitioner, PLAN - Pu %SE II reviewed the Final Development Plan of Phase MATAS CORPORATE 500 II which the Flan Commission found to be in .substantial conformance with the previously approved preliminary development plan. The Board was concerned that the plans they received were not identical to those submitted to the Plan Commission for approval. Barbara Houpt compared the plans and found them to be acceptable. The Plan Commission recommended substantial conformance be considered to fall within the one year time period; that request for a one year extension on the C -2 parcel be granted; that request for an easement along Kates Road overpass be granted; and the Final Development Plan be found in substantial conformance with the Preliminary plan with the.. exception of the location of the Kates Road signs. ; -2- Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Marovitz, that the recommendation of .the Plan Commission regarding-Final Development - Plan for Phase II Office Building - Matas Corporate 500 be approved and the Attorney directed to prepare the necessary ordinance. Motion carried unanimously. SPECIAL USE - MITCHELL The Park.District wishes�to replace its in PARK POOL HOUSE ground filtration system with an above ground system contained in a small building. A portion of the building would be utilized as a concession stand. Petitioner is seeking an amendment to an existing Special Use. Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Rosenthal, that the recommendation of the Plan Commission regarding amendment of Special Use - Mitchell Park Pool House be accepted and the Attorney directed to prepare the necessary amendment. Motion carried unanimously. AMENDMENT - SPECIAL USE Petitioner wishes to expand the social area MORIAH CONGREGATION of the Moriah Congretation building. They are requesting an amendment to their previously granted Special Use. The Plan Commission recommends approval of this request. Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Rosenthal, that the recommendation of the Plan Commission regarding request of the Moriah Congregation, 200 Hyacinth, for an amendment to their previously granted Special Use be accepted and the Attorney directed to prepare the necessary amendment. Motion carried unanimously. Consent Agenda 0 -88 -67 ORDINANCE Ordinance rezoning and Special Use, 700 and REZONING /SPECIAL USE 702 Osterman, Hauri (Bart's). HAURI - (BART'S) 0 -88 -68 ORDINANCE Ordinance granting sideyard variation for a SIDEYARD VARIATION deck - 1611 Berkley Court, Mr. & Mrs. Bligh. FOR DECK - BLIGH 0 -88 -69 ORDINANCE Ordinance amending the Municipal Code re stop STOP STREET INTER- street intersections, Deerbrook Shopping - SECTION- DEERBROOK Center. Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Marovitz, that the rules be waived to permit passage of the ordinances on first reading. Motion carried unanimously. Trustee' Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Marovitz, that the Consent Agenda be approved and the ordinances adopted.. Motion carried by the folowing vote: AYES: Marovitz, Marty, Rosenthal, Seidman, Swanson, York (6) NAYS: None (0) R -88 -13 RESOLUTION To comply with new federal regulations REVISED DECLARATION regarding deferred compensation, ICML has OF TRUST FOR ICMA redrafted the Trust Agreement between ICMA and public employers, including the Village of Deerfield. Trustee Rosenthal moved, seconded by Trustee Seidman, that the_ Resolution adopting revised Declaration of Trust for ICMA be adopted. 'Motion carried unanimously. VILLAGE HALL OFFICE FURNITURE Hall between Thomas Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee .Rosenthal, that a proposal-,to divide the purchase of office furniture for the Village Interiors and Business Interiors at a cost note -- -3- to exceed $50,305.00 be approved. Motion carried by-'the following vote: AYES: Marovitz, Marty; Rosenthal, Seidman, Swanson, York (6) NAYS: None (0)-, FINAL DEVELOP4ENT PLAN - FLODSTROM BRICKYARDS Alan Stefaniak, representing petitioner, requested permission to proceed with con- struction of the foundation for the project at its own risk if the Board approves the Final Development Plan. Trustee Marty moved, seconded by Trustee Marovitz, that the recom- mendation of the Plan Commission regarding request for substantial conformance /approval of Final Development Plan Flodstrom Brickyards Multi - Family development be accepted, permission granted to begin construction at its own risk and the Attorney directed to prepare the necessary..ordinance. Motion carried unanimously... DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee PROPERTY Marty, that a proposal to sell six used 1986 Dodge police patrol vehicles to Diversifleet, Inc. at a cost of $12,700.00 be accepted. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Marovitz, Marty, Rosenthal, Seidman, Swanson, York (6) NAYS: None (0) COi• =i, uTER PARKING Staff has recommended the following changes PERMITS - FEES in commuter parking to' be considered immediately. The Marathon property should be committed to permit parking for Deerfield residents only; Lot 5 should be converted from daily fee to permit parking; parking on east side of Chestnut north of Greenwood should revert to free "spill over" parking; fees for permit parking should be increased and sold for six month period; all permit parking should become free after 10 A.M. each weekday. Trustee Seidman moved, seconded by Trustee Marovitz, that the Staff recommendations be approved and the At directed to prepare the necessary"'ordinance for the permit parking fee increase. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Marovitz, Marty,.Rosenthal, Seidman, Swanson, York (6) NAYS: None (0) DISCUSSION: Greenwood. She f residents to park that the Building at the next Board Trustee Marty commented on the parking situation on Chestnut between Hazel and alt some arrangement should be made for the on their own property. A suggestion was made Department review the situation and a report made meeting. Trustee Rosenthal noted there was a memo from the Plan Commission on temporary signage for special events and window signs. The Board agreed the Plan Commission should'be directed to prepare a report on this suject. Mitchell Shore asked if he could contact Board members for information on specific questions. The Board advised they were all available by phone. Mayor Forrest advised he would be happy to discuss any matter with Mr. Shore in the evening or on the weekend. There being no further business, Mayor Forrest adjourned the meeting at 10:30 P.M. , PPROVED: TEST: Mayor ill CYArk