10/16/2006October 16, 2006
The regular meeting of the board of trustees of the Village of Deerfield was called to
order by Mayor Harris in the council chamber of the village hall on Monday October 16, 2006 at
7:35 P.M. The Clerk called the roll and announced that the following were:
Present: Steve Harris, Mayor
Robert Benton
Michelle Feldman
Harriet Rosenthal
William Seiden
Barbara Struthers
Matthew Wylie
and that a quorum was present and in attendance. Also present were Village Attorney Peter
Coblentz and Village Manager Bob Franz.
CONDOLENCES Mayor Harris spoke briefly about the loss of Daniel
Bell and Ross Trace, who passed away in a tragic
automobile accident. He expressed his condolences to their families. Mayor Harris expressed
gratitude to Deputy Chief Rick Wilk, who served the village tirelessly through the weekend,
social workers Dr. Jerry Zachar and Linda Porter,.and the board and officials of School District
113, all of whom acted in a way of which the village will always be proud.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Paul Meitzner led those in attendance in reciting
the Pledge of Allegiance.
BERNARD FORREST PUBLIC
SERVICE AWARD Mayor Harris presented Paul Meitzner with the
2006 Bernard Forrest Public Service Award. Mr.
Meitzner, a lifelong resident of Deerfield, is always the first to volunteer. He has been a member
of the Lions Club for more than 30 years and was a member of the Deerfield Park Foundation
Board for seven years. Mr. Meitzner is a role model to others and never says no to volunteering
for worthy causes. He coaches freshman wrestling and has been a positive influence on
numerous students in the community. Bernard Forrest was in attendance to help present the
award.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Trustee Struthers made a motion to approve the
minutes from the October 3, 2006 Board of Trustees
meeting. Trustee Benton seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Feldman, Rosenthal, Seiden, Struthers, Wylie (6)
NAYS: None (0)
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BILLS & PAYROLL Trustee Wylie made a motion to approve the Bills
and Payroll dated October 16, 2006. Trustee
Struthers seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Feldman, Rosenthal, Seiden, Struthers, Wylie (6)
NAYS: None (0)
TREASURER'S REPORT Bob Fialkowski presented highlights from the
Treasurer's Report dated September 30, 2006,
which represents five months of the fiscal year. Mr. Fialkowski explained that sales tax is down
but is.still above 2004 -05 levels. He noted that hotertax is doing well and believes the trend will
continue. Mr. Fialkowski pointed out that building fees are not quite as strong as last year and
that operating expenses are slightly under budget.
25 YEAR SERVICE AWARD Mayor Harris presented a 25 year service award to
Jean Spagnoli. Ms. Spagnoli is a planner in, the
Community Development Department. She helped to establish the Streetscape program in the
village center and the Appearance Review Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT Joan Grossman, 412 Kelburn, informed residents of
the second annual Lung Cancer Awareness Walk
taking place on Saturday, October 21, at Maplewood Park. Ms. Grossman explained that the
1.25 mile walk is an opportunity to show support for fighting lung cancer and for supporting a
healthy lifestyle. After stating some lung cancer statistics, she encouraged residents to attend.
Bill Griffin, 181 Winthrop Lane, Lake Forest, who
is the Republican candidate for the 58th District, introduced himself.
REPORTS
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION Residents in the area of Willow and Gordon Terrace
OF SAFETY COUNCIL RE: 4 -WAY petitioned the Safety Council for a four -way stop
STOP SIGN AT WILLOW AND sign at Willow and Gordon Terrace. Currently,
GORDON TERRACE Gordon Terrace stops at Willow (two way stop).
The Safety Council agreed with their request.
Trustee Wylie made a motion to accept the report
and recommendation of the Safety Council regarding a four -way stop sign at Willow Avenue and
Gordon Terrace and to direct preparation of the ordinance. Trustee Seiden seconded the motion.
The motion passed by the. following vote:
AYES: Benton, Feldman, Rosenthal, Seiden, Struthers, Wylie (6) 0
NAYS: None (0)
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REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
The Plan Commission held a public hearing on
OF PLAN COMMISSION RE: REQUEST
September 14, 2006 to discuss the recommendation
FOR APPROVAL OF TEMPORARY
re temporary and permanent window signage
AND PERMANENT WINDOW
regulations made by the Window Signage
SIGNAGE REGULATIONS AS'
Committee.
RECOMMENDED BY THE WINDOW
SIGNAGE COMMITTEE
Trustee Feldman questioned the definitions of
window signs and neon. She. questioned how many
existing businesses may be in violation of the proposed regulations.
Trustee Rosenthal, chairperson of the committee,
explained.that 325 letters were sent out, inviting business owners to the Plan Commission public
hearing. Five letters were received, two of them from businesses in compliance with the
proposed regulations. Five business people attended the meeting to get clarification of the
proposed regulations.
Trustee Feldman expressed concern about
enforcement of the regulations. She does not believe it should be complaint driven. She believes
10% is too small for community signage. Trustee Feldman believes more leeway should be
given to businesses tied to the-community and does not believe the village needs such strict
regulations when we are trying to promote business.
Trustee Rosenthal explained that the idea behind the
commission was to establish guidelines that promote business while enhancing the aesthetics of
the community. There is an appeal process, and businesses will have two years to comply. She
noted that most communities are regulating signage and are banning exposed neon.
Trustee Struthers commented that, in her opinion,
the proposed regulations are reasonable. She believes the guidelines will improve the
appearance of windows in the commercial districts.
Trustee Wylie made a motion to accept the report
and recommendation of the Plan Commission regarding temporary and permanent window
signage regulations and to direct preparation of an ordinance. Trustee Benton seconded the
motion. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Rosenthal, Seiden, Struthers, Wylie (5)
NAYS: Feldman (1)
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
OF PLAN COMMISSION RE: REQUEST
FOR APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT
TO THE SIGN PLAN FOR CORPORATE
500 CENTRE — 500, 510, 520 AND 540
LAKE COOK ROAD
The Plan Commission held a public hearing on
September 28th to discuss a request for
approval of an amendment to the signage plan for
Corporate 500 Centre to allow four ground signs.
Trustee Rosenthal made a motion to accept the
report and recommendation of the Plan Commission
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regarding an amendment to the sign plan for Corporate 500 Centre and to direct preparation of
an ordinance. Trustee Struthers seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Feldman, Rosenthal, Seiden, Struthers, Wylie (6)
NAYS: None (0)
CONSENT AGENDA
ORDINANCE 0 -06 -46 GRANTING. An ordinance granting a special use for Fitness
SPECIAL USE FOR A FITNESS Together, a.fitness training studio at 740 Waukegan
TRAINING STUDIO AT 740 Road, Building #4 in Deerfield Square. Second
WAUKEGAN ROAD, BLDG. #4 Reading.
IN DEERFIELD SOUARE — 2R
ORDINANCE 0 -06 -47 AMENDING An ordinance amending articles 8.01 -D and 8.01 -E
ARTICLES 8.01 -1) AND 8.01 -E OF THE of the Zoning Ordinance to indicate that when
ZONING ORDINANCE RE: PARKING special uses are considered in the C -1 Village
IN THE C -1 DISTRICT — 2R Center District, the special use standards in Article
13.11 -D apply. Second Reading.
ORDINANCE 0 -06 -48 ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE APPENDIX C OF THE
LAKE COUNTY WATERSHED
DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE — 2R
AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN
RECIPROCAL REPORTING
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
VILLAGE AND SCHOOL DISTRICT 113
An ordinance adopting by reference Appendix C of
the Lake County Watershed Development
Ordinance. Second Reading.
Authorization to sign reciprocal reporting
agreement between the Village and School District
109. The agreement will allow for reciprocal
reporting of criminal offenses committed by
students.
Trustee Seiden made a motion for acceptance of the
Consent Agenda and adoption of the ordinances. Trustee Rosenthal seconded the motion. The
motion passed by the following vote:
AYES: Benton, Feldman, Rosenthal, Seiden, Struthers, Wylie (6)
NAYS: None (0)
OLD BUSINESS
There was no old business at this meeting.
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NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business at this meeting.
DISCUSSION
COMMUNITY MEETING Trustee Feldman noted that State Representative
Karen May will be hosting a community meeting on
October .30,. 2006. The meeting will be under the auspices of the After School Coalition of Lake
County. Representative May would like to establish a group to address underage drinking.
Trustee Feldman noted that Lake County received a grant to study this issue. She explained that
at the April 26, 2006 meeting, priorities were set. Out of 20 — 30 priorities, peer pressure and
parental awareness were rated highest.
THANK YOU
Mayor Harris thanked Bob Franz for stepping up
during the crisis over the weekend.
FARMERS MARKET Mr. Franz reported that the last Farmers Market
for this year occurred over the weekend. He
thanked Joan and Brian Reed, Joanne Kunz, and Pat and Tom Jester for their hard work.
NEXT MEETING
there being five Mondays in October.
ADJOURNMENT
ATTEST:
l __" LAIN-
Mr. Franz noted that the next board of trustees
meeting will be on Monday, November 6 1 due to
There being no further b #siness to discuss, the
meeting yvas adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Mayor