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05/16/19551 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS, HELD IN THE COUNCIL ROOM, CITY HALL, MAY 16, 1955, AT 8:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kenneth G. Meyer with Alderman Tures, Wolf, Neff, Wexler, Behrel, Martin, Tistle, Prickett, McKay, Davis, Schubert, and Dunlap responding to roll call. Alderman Nelsen was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. The motion was made by Alderman Schubert and seconded by McKay to approve the minutes of the adjourned meeting of May 9, 1955. The motion was voted upon by acclamation and the Mayor declared the motion carried. Engineer Fletcher reported about well drilling and after discussion he was instructed to contact the driller about working two eight hour shifts, from 7 A.M. to 11 P.M. On motion by Alderman Davis and seconded by McKay bids on oil for heating be advertised,to be returned the first meeting in August. E.) The Mayor referred the item of a license for an investigator or private detective to the License Committee. Alderman Prickett reported the Street Committee recommended that the Plan <t Commissiorb recommendation to change Ashland Avenue to Edgebrook Place in Edgebrook Subdivision be concurred in. The motion was made by Alderman Prickett and seconded by McKay to concur in the report. After discussion the matter was referred back to the Street Committee and Plan Commission,on motion by Alderman McKay and seconded by Wolf. 1 1 REPORT ON SEPTIC TANKS. Alderman Dunlap made the following report and recommendation: Ygur Committee on Sanitation has investigated the above and has found while there are good reasons to eliminate completely the use of septic tank systems in Des Plaines, the lack of available sewer facilities in areas of desireable growth argues against complete prohibition. We are, however, anxious to avoid health, sanitation and aesthetic problems which are common to septic tank systems. These :problems can only be avoided by rigid adherence to sound engineering standards. We fufther believe that permission to use septic tank systems should: (a) be carefully considered and be the exception rather than the rule; (b) that approval, in each case, should be a matter for the Council to decide; (c) that present as well as furture development should be covered by the ordinances governing. We, your Committee on Sanitation, therefore recommend: 1. Adoption of the proposed ordinance amending section 212.8 of Chapter 7 of the Municipal Code, (City Plan section) -- establishing the method of applying for use of septic tank systems in future developments, and establishing the minimum standards required for installation if approval is given by the Council. 2. Adoption of the proposed ordinance enclosed amending Chapter 11 of the Revised Ordinances (Sewers and Drains section) -- This ordinance establishes the same procedure and standards as above but takes immediate effect requiring compliance for developments that may now be in progress, having had their plats previously approved. Robert M. Dunlap,Chairman (Signed) Ray Tures (Signed) On motion by Alderman Dunlap and seconded by Tistle the Council concurred in the report. MASTER IN CHANCEIkY FEE OF $412.50 CAREBUIIM CASE. Alderman Behrel reported that the Finance Committee recommended that a check in the amount of $412.50 be issued in full payment of this indebtness, subject to City Attorney advising name of Master in Chancery to whom check should be made payable and that a copy of the decree be supplied to support this voucher. RESOLUTION ON SERIAL PAYMENT OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT NO. 158 BONDS. Alderman Behrel reported that the Finance Committee investigated and found that it is satisfactory subject to opinion of City Attorney that this method is provided for by statute and the City mill incur no liability. The Attorney informed the Council there would be no liability. The motion was made by Alderman Behrel and seconded by Neff to concur 246 5-16-55 RESOLUTION ON SERIAL PAYMENT OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT NO. 158 BO S. (Cont'd.) in the report, adopt the resolution and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the agreement. The motion was voted upon by acclamation and the Mayor declared the motion carried. ZONING VARIATION FOR WATER TOWER. Alderman Martin reported that a variation would have to be made for the new water tower. On motion by Alderman Martin and seconded by Tures the Council referred to the Zoning Board of Appeals sitting as Commission to call a hearing on a variation for the water tower which will be in excess of 42 feet. BUILDING PERMIT GRANTED 1115 WAITER AVENUE. Alderman Martin reported that a building permit had been refused due to depth of basement at 1115 Walter Avenue. On motion by Alderman Martin and seconded by Tures the Council approved the permit. The Mayor instructed the Clerk to register Alderman Wolf's "no" vote. ADOPT ORDINANCE RELATING TO SEWERS AND SEPTIC TANKS. The Clerk read for second reading the following ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 212.8 OF CHAPTER 7 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF DES PLAINES OF 1928 AS AMENDED RELATING TO SEWERS AND SEPTIC TANKS IN SUBDIVISIONS. The motion was made by Alderman Dunlap and seconded,by Behrel t'o adopt the ordinance. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Alderman Tures, Wolf, Neff, Wexler, Behrel, Martin, Tistle, Prickett, McKay, Davis, Schubert and Dunlap. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. CONTRACT WITH WRIGHT ANIMAL HOSPITAL. The motion was made by Alderman Wolf and seconded by Tures to authorize the Mayor to execute the contract with Wright Animal Hospital for the care of stray pet animals. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Alderman Tures, Wolf, Neff, Wexler, Behrel, Martin, Tistle, Prickett, McKay, Davis, Schubert and Dunlap. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. ADOPT ZONING HERZOG NORTHEAST CORNER WOLF AND SEEGERS ROADS. The Clerk read for second reading the zoning ordinance Herzog property from Residential A to Apartment B on northeast corner Wolf and Seegers Roads. The motion was made by Alderman McKay and seconded by Schubert to adopt the ordinance. The Mayor put thelquestion and the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Alderman Tures, Wolf, Neff, Wexler, Behrel, Martin, Tistle, Prickett, McKay, Davis, Schubert and Dunlap. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. SECOND READING ORDINANCE VACATING PUBLIC PARK. The Clerk read for second reading an ordinance vacating a public park. After discussion, on motion by Alderman Schubert and seconded by Behrel the ordinance was referred to Street Committee. J. P. TUTHILL, DIVISION OF HIGHWAY LETTER REROUTING ROUTE 62. The Clerk read the following letter: Dear Mr. Henrich: I am writing to you with further reference to your letter of April 4 to which was attached copy of a Resolution passed by the City Council providing for the rerouting of S.B.I. Route 62. Our previous correspondence on the matter of relocation dealt with Oakton Street as the substitute location under consideration for the rerouting of Route 62 and, as indicated in my letter of December 7, 1953 to Mayor Kenneth Meyer, Oakton St4eet met with our approval, conditional upon certain requirements outlined in letter. The suggested relocation, as provided in this Resolution, is not definitely described but it appears the rerouting would begin at the present intersection of Routes 62 and 72 in the City of Chicago and connect with the present location of Route 62 at some point west of Des Plaines. This would mean that approximately nine miles of pavement with its construction cost as well as right of way cost, which wgre justified in the 1 ILO 5-16-55 J. P. TUTHILL1S LETTER (Cont'd.) original location of this route, would no longer be of any value to the Department. Furthermore, a greater part of this mileage would be beyond the limits of the City of Des Plaines and, therefore, several conditions set forth in the above mentioned letter of December 7 could not be complied with by the City of Des Plaines and hence would be of no benefit to the Department for the anticipated opposition to the rerouting. In our study of.this matter we are convinced that recognition must be given to the fact a great majority of the traffic now using Route 62 is of local character and would not be influenced by route markings - in other words, drivers with any knowledge of the situation are not following a marked route but are setting up their own course. Our study further convinces us a change would not be in the best interest bf traffic and that it would not result in local benefits which, apparently, are contemplated. Yours very truly, J. P. Tuthill (Signed) District Engineer After discussion, on motion by Alderman Prickett and seconded by Neff the Council instructed the Attorney to draft a resolution to reroute 62 (Algonquin Road) to Oakton Street. RESOLUTION AND LEASE OF EAST END OF SOUTH GOLF CUL DE SAC TO PARK DISTRICT. The Clerk informed the Council he had the above lease and resolution but that the Park District Attorney had been instructed to contact the Attorney for the City. That they desired a deed for Membrial Park and a longer lease than the two years on the two other leases. On motion by Alderman Wolfolnd seconded by Behrel the Council referred the leases to the Municipal Development Committee to contact the Park Commissioners. Alderman Martin requested the park at west end of Rose Avenue be also leased to Park District. APPROVAL OF BILLS. Total $82,039.58. Alderman Behrel presented the following III resolution: 1 BE IT RESOVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DES PLAINES, THAT THE FOLLOWING BILLS ARE DUE AND PAYABLE AND THAT THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK BE AND HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO MAKE PAY- MENT FOR SAME. (A schedule of bills placed before each Alderman and affixed to resolution and on file with City Clerk.) The motion was made by Alderman Behrel and seconded by Prickett to adopt the resolution. Alderman Wolf questioned several bills and requested the bill of E. A. Hayden, blade rental, $234.00, be held out. Alderman Prickett and Super- intendent Warnicke informed the Council of the item. The motion was then made by Alderman Behrel and seconded by Davis the bill be paid. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Alderman Tures, Neff, Wexler, Behrel, Martin, Tistle, Prickett, McKay, Davis, Schubert and Dunlap. Nays: Nays: Alderman Wolf. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Mayor put the question on the previous motion and the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Alderman Tures, Wolf, Neff, Wexler, Behrel, Martin, Tistle, Prickett, McKay, Davis, Schubert and Dunlap. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Alderman McKay reported the former Street Committee had been investigating about lights in Northshire Subdivision and the Mayor referred same back to Street Committee. Alderman Schubert requested a left turn signal on Miner to Pearson be referred to Street Committee.. OPEN BIDS ON FIRE STATION. On motion by Alderman Davis and seconded by Prickett the Clerk was instructed to open bids on fire station. After bids were opened they were referred to Mr. Chamales, Fire and Finance Committees. 2/ 5-16-55 '..� I • 0; I jANCE W H S CT TO THE INSTALLAT ON AND CONSTR OT 0 OF SEPTIC TANKS AND SEEPAGE SYSTEMS. The Clerk read for first reading the above ordinance. The motion was made by Alderman Schubert and seconded by Martin to suspend the rules and place the ordinance on adoption. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Alderman Tures, Neff, Wexler, Behrel, Martin, Tistle, VMcKay, Davis, Schubert and Dunlap. Nays: Alderman Wolf and Prickett. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The motion was made by Alderman Davis and seconded by Dunlap to adopt the ordinance. The Mayor put the question snd the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Alderman Tures, Wolf, Neff, Wexler, Behrel, Martin, Tistle, Prickett, McKay, Davis, Schubert and Dunlap. Nays: None. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The motion was made by Alderman Davis and seconded by Schubert the Health Officer make an inspection of the septic tanks. The Mayor punt the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Alderman Davis and Schubert. Nays.D Alderman Tures, Wolf, Neff, Wexler, Behrel, Martin, Tistle, Prickett, McKay and Dunlap. The Mayor declared the motion lost. ADOPT RESOLUTION TO HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT REGARDING WATERMAIN IN OAKTON STREET FROM WOLF IC ROAD. The Clerk read the above resolution: On motion by Alderman Martin and seconded by Tures the resolution was adopted. KIWANIS CLUB REQUEST PERMISSION FOR BIKE PARADE MAY 30, 1955. The Clerk read a letter from Kiwanis Club for permission to hold their annual Bike parade May 30. On motion by Alderman Tures and seconded by Prickett the Council granted permission. The Clerk read a letter from Lillian Bode, 679 Graceland Avenue, regarding large trees from which branches have fallen endangering window glass. The Mayor referred the letter to the Street Committee and Superintendent. The Clerk read a letter from former Alderman Auck that he had turned over all his records and City property to his successor. Alderman Wexler informed the Council of a public meeting with Bork Warner, May 20, at Algonquin Schbol. On motion by Alderman Neff and seconded by Wexler the Council referred to the Zoning Board of Appeals sitting as a Commission to call a hearing to create a liquor ' district. At request of Alderman Neff the Mayor referred to the Building Commissioner and Superintendent to check on removing forms and other materials off of sidewalk at Olivia and Margret Streets. Alderman McKay requested to write the Railroad Companies about bad crossings at Wolf Road and Prairie Avenue. Alderman Martin reported about the noise of toy planes. The Mayor appointed Alderman Martin Chairman of a committee with Alderman McKay d Wexler to contact the Park District about a section for flying the planes. On motion by Alderman Tures and seconded by Dunlap the Council approved the ,payment of $25.00 for a member of the Plan Commission to attend a meeting at Peoria June 9, 1955. REJECT FIRE STATION BIDS. On motion by Alderman Davis and seconded by Martin, the Council rejected all bids. READVERTISE BIDS ON FIRE STATION. On motion by Alderman Davis and seconded by Behrel the Council instructed Mr. Chamales to readvertise for bids on fire station to be returned June 30, 1955 at 8:00 P.M. The adtto be placed in some paper outside our City, but the ad to be first checked by the Fire Committee. CRESCENT LANE 'PLAT. The Clerk informed the Council he had a plat approved by Plan Commission. The Mayor referred the plat to the Municipal Development Committee. ADJOURNMENT. The motion was made by Alderman Wolf and seconded by Tures to adjourn. The motion was voted upon by acclamation and the Mayor declared the motion carried. 6eAt 14) Otto W. J. City Cl nrich rk ‘,42 JOURNAL #16 PAGE 248 Insert afterZoning Board of Appeals sitting as a Commission to call a hearing to create a liquor district. a proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance prohibiting taverns or liquor stores in all districts except after approval of such use by the Zoning Board of Appeals pursuant to public hearing.