10-18-2010CALL TO
ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
Con-ected for Scrivener's EtTor to delete dollar amounts for FDERF Budgeted Funds -
$72 200 for 2009 and $36 JOO for 2010 for Fire Depattment Gear on Page 3.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS
HELD IN THE ELEANOR ROHRBACH MEMORIAL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, DES PLAINES CIVIC CENTER,
MONDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2010
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Des Plaines, Illinois, was
called to order by Mayor Martin J. Moylan at 6:00 p.m. in the Eleanor
Rohrbach Memorial Council Chambers, Des Plaines Civic Center on Monday,
October 18, 2010.
Roll call indicated the following Aldermen present: Haugeberg, Robinson,
Higgason, Walsten, Wilson and Argus. Alderman Brookman arrived at 6:05
p.m. Alderman Bogusz arrived at 6:07 p.m.
Also present were: Acting City Manager Slowinski, Director of Finance Wisniewski, Deputy Police
Chief Kozak, Fire Chief Wax, Director of Human Resources Earl, Director of Public Works and
Engineering Oakley, Interim Director of Community & Economic Development Bourke, Senior
Planner Mangum, and City Attorney Wiltse.
EXECUTIVE
SESSION:
PRAYER AND
PLEDGE:
CITIZEN
PART.:
CONSENT
AGENDA:
Moved by Higgason, seconded by Robinson, to go into Executive Session to
discuss Sale, Lease, or Acquisition of Real Property. Motion passed
unanimously.
The City Council recessed at 6:01 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 7:10 p.m.
Roll call indicated the following Aldermen present: Haugeberg, Robinson,
Bogusz, Higgason, Brookman, Walsten, Wilson, and Argus.
The opening prayer was given by Heidi Parsons of the Baha'i Community of
Des Plaines, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Mr. Ronald Moore, 1480 Jefferson Street, addressed the City Council stating
that Commonwealth Edison eliminated the garden plots after 30 years of use
citing safety concerns; prairie grass will be planted; our ordinance states that
grass is required to be cut if it is more than six inches in height; a controlled
burn can be a hazard; the Des Plaines Park District will hold its meeting
tomorrow night and report on the situation with the garden plots and Fall Fest.
Mr. Dick Sayad, 290 Shannon Court, addressed the City Council stating that a
letter from the Cook County Assessor was sent out regarding property
reassessments; will the taxes go down as a result? Director of Finance
Wisniewski stated that the taxes will not be going down, but could possibly
remain the same.
City Clerk Ludwig requested that Item 6, Minutes/Regular Meeting -October
4, 2010 be removed from the Consent Agenda.
CONSENT
AGENDA:
(Cont'd)
MINUTES:
Consent
Agenda
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Motion by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to establish the Consent Agenda
except for Item 6. Voice Vote -All Ayes. Motion declared carried.
Motion by Higgason, seconded by Robinson, to approve Consent Agenda.
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 8-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz, Higgason,
Brookman, W alsten, Wilson, Argus
NAYS: 0-None
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
The minutes were approved; Staff recommendations and requests were
approved; Resolutions R-13 7-10, R-141-10, R-142-10, R-143-10, and R-144-10
were adopted.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to approve minutes of the
Regular Meeting of the City Council held September 7, 2010, as published.
Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to approve minutes of the
Executive Session of the City Council held September 7, 2010. Motion
declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to approve minutes of the
Special Meeting of the City Council held September 28, 2010, as published.
Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to approve minutes of the
Special Meeting of the City Council held September 29, 2010, as published.
Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to approve minutes of the
Special Meeting of the City Council held September 30, 2010, as published.
Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
City Clerk Ludwig requested approval of an amendment to Page 3 of
Minutes/Regular Meeting -October 4, 2010 regarding ILEAS Grant/
Emergency Operations Center, Resolution R-134-10, which is a list of
equipment, manufacturers/vendors and amount of money to be paid to the
vendors.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to approve amendment of Page 3
of Minutes/Regular Meeting -October 4, 2010. Voice Vote -All Ayes.
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Higgason, to approve minutes of the
Regular Meeting of the City Council held October 4, 2010 as Amended. Upon
roll call, the vote was:
A YES: 8-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz, Higgason, ~ ~-j'.,
MINUTES:
(Cont'd)
LIQ. LIC./
CHANGE OF
OWNERSHIP/
727 W. GOLF RD.:
BID AWARD/
CUSTODIAL
SVCS.:
Consent
Agenda
Resolution
R-137-10
FIRE DEPT./
GEAR:
Consent
Agenda
Resolution
R-141-10
AMENDED
PLAT /2500 E.
DEVON:
Consent
Agenda
Resolution
R-142-10
AMENDED
PLAT/2500 E.
DEVON:
Page 3 of 9
Brookman, Walsten, Wilson, Argus
NAYS: 0-None
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
10/18/10
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to approve minutes of the
Executive Session of the City Council held October 4, 2010. Motion declared
carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to concur with Staff
recommendation to approve application for change of ownership for Fresca
Market, Inc., d/b/a Fresca International Market, 727 W. Golf Road, Class B-1
Liquor License. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under
Consent Agenda.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to concur with Staff
recommendation to award contract for 2011 -2013 Custodial Services to
Perfect Cleaning Service, Inc., 5852 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago, IL
60631 in the amount of $193,392.00 for the period of January 1, 2011 through
December 31, 2013; and further recommend to adopt Resolution R-137-10, A
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID FROM PERFECT CLEANING
SERVICE, INC. FOR CLEANING AND CUSTODIAL SERVICES AT SIX
CITY OWNED FACILITIES FROM JANUARY 1, 2011 THROUGH
DECEMBER 31, 2013. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously
under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to concur with Staff
recommendation that, in the best interest of the City, usual bid procedures be
waived and the City accept the quote of $70,299.00 (FDERF budgeted funds
plus shipping), for the purchase of thirty-six (36) sets of replacement turnout
gear from the W.S. Darley Company, 325 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143;
and further recommend to adopt Resolution R-141-10, A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF THIRTY-SIX SETS OF
REPLACEMENT TURNOUT GEAR FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FROM
W.S. DARLEY COMPANY AT A TOTAL COST OF $70,299.00. Motion
declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to concur with Staff
recommendation to approve the revised Final Plat of Casino Resubdivision,
2500 East Devon Avenue; and further recommend to adopt Resolution R-142-
10, A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE REVISED FINAL PLAT FOR 2500
DEVON AVENUE RESUBDIVISION LOCATED AT 2500 E. DEVON
A VENUE, DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS. Motion declared carried as approved
unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to concur with Staff
recommendation to approve the revised Final Plat of Casino Resubdivision,
3000 Des Plaines River Road; and further recommend to adopt Resolution R-
j}J-
DEVON:
Consent
Agenda
Resolution
R-143-10
EASEMENT
RELEASE/3000
DES PLAINES
RIVER RD.:
Consent
Agenda
Resolution
R-144-10
COMMISSION
APP'T.:
WARRANT
REGISTER:
LIBRARY
BUDGET-2011:
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3000 Des Plaines River Road; and further recommend to adopt Resolution R-
143-10, A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE REVISED FINAL PLAT FOR
DES PLAINES CASINO RESUBDIVISION LOCATED AT 3000 DES
PLAINES RIVER ROAD, DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS. Motion declared
carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to concur with Staff
recommendation to approve the Plat of Easement Release for Certain
Designated Easement -3000 Des Plaines River Road; and further recommend
to adopt Resolution R-144-10, A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF
EASEMENT RELEASE FOR A CERTAIN DESIGNATED EASEMENT
WITHIN THE DES PLAINES CASINO RESUBDIVISION LOCATED AT
3000 DES PLAINES RIVER ROAD, DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS. Motion
declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
COMMISSION REAPPOINTMENT:
Presented for your consideration -NO ACTION REQUIRED
PLAN COMMISSION:
Mary Lane-Term to Expire 04/30/12
(Replaces Don Kellerman, resigned 09/11/10)
MAYOR MOYLAN DECLARED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL WAS
NOW RESOLVED INTO A COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION -Alderman Higgason, Chair
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to recommend to the City
Council approval of the October 18, 2010 -Warrant Register, in the total
amount of $3,430,582.04; and further recommend that Resolution R-138-10 be
adopted at appropriate time this evening. Motion declared carried.
Library Director Sorenson of the Des Plaines Public Library presented the 2011
Budget to the City Council for its review and answered questions from the
Aldermen.
Alderman Higgason asked about the breakout of Fines & Fees on Page 4.
Director Sorenson responded that as a result of having a new accounting firm, a
more detailed accounting is shown for 2010 Projected Revenue and 2011
Proposed Revenue compared to 2009 Actual and 2010 Budget which was
presented as a total number.
Alde1man Higgason referred to Page 5 and noted the drastic drop in Other
Revenue -Library Donations. Director Sorenson stated that this was due to
economic conditions. Alderman Higgason suggested that the Library advertise
that people can donate. ~ ~ {,
LIBRARY
BUDGET-2011:
(Cont'd)
Page 5 of 9 10/18/10
Alderman Wilson referred to Page 9, Cleaning -Custodial Services noting the
high amount for this line item and recommended that the Library go out for bids
in the future to obtain a lower cost. Director Sorenson stated that the contract
will be up in June, 2011 and they will go out for bids at that time.
Alderman Bogusz stated that the shortfall anticipated for 2011 is not reflected in
the Budget.
Acting City Manager Slowinski stated that the loan would be for the 2010 fiscal
year; there is a cash flow problem; the City Attorney will review the loan
document.
Director Sorenson stated that the Library would need the money by December
1st to pay expenses; it is a cash flow problem due to the late payment of 2°d
installment of property taxes; the Library needs approximately $500,000 to pay
expenses.
Alderman Brookman asked how much time will be allowed to review the loan
agreement. Acting City Manager Slowinski stated the Council will have it as
soon after the City Attorney has reviewed it.
Alderman Haugeberg referred to Page 13 and noted that the categories
"Conferences" and "Travel Expenses" both increased from $1,000 to $5,000.
Director Sorenson responded that per capita grant money may or may not be
received in 2011; if they don't receive it, they won't spend it.
Alderman Higgason referred to Page 10 under Miscellaneous Contractual
Services, specifically Van Delivery Service.
Director Sorenson gave an explanation for the expense for Van Delivery service
which is shared with other regional libraries; if one library doesn't have the
book, the book may be obtained through another library.
Mr. Dick Sayad, 290 Shannon Court, addressed the Committee of the Whole
bringing forth a point of order directed to City Attorney Wiltse regarding
whether or not an alderman appointed to the Library Board by the Mayor can
vote when the Library Budget comes before the council.
City Attorney Wiltse stated that the General Assembly specifically authorized
the Mayor to appoint an alderman to the Library Board as Trustee.
Ms. Sue D'Hondt, 464 Amherst Avenue, addressed the Committee of the
Whole asking about the end result after the Library secured outside accounting
services to perform the same services that the City used to provide.
Executive Director Sorenson stated that in the past the City provided payroll
service accounting services and now that the Library has secured these services
from outside sources, money has been saved. ~ ~
LIBRARY
BUDGET-2011:
(Cont'd)
2244 DOUGLAS:
1211 HARDING
AVE.:
Page 6 of 9 10/18/10
Alderman Brookman asked if the Library could obtain a better price for
custodial services if they went out for bid at the same time the City did. Mayor
Moylan stated that Staff would obtain an answer to Alderman Brookman's
question.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT -Alderman Argus, Chair
Senior Planner Mangum of the Community & Economic Development
Department presented and answered questions from the Aldermen.
Petitioner, 2244 Douglas, Series of Northwest Development, LLC, 1251
Redecker Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 proposed to subdivide the existing lot
and build a single-family home on each of the resulting lots.
Alderman Brookman stated that he will abstain when voting due to a previous
business relationship with the owner of the property.
Moved by W alsten, seconded by Argus, to recommend to the City Council
approval of the Final Plat for Gianna Ada Subdivision located at 2244 Douglas
A venue, Des Plaines, subject to the following conditions of approval:
1. The Final Engineering plans must show public improvements for storm
sewer, sidewalks, and tree-planting (as required by the Public Works
and Engineering Department).
2. Prior to approval of building permits a public storm sewer must be
constructed from Jarvis A venue. The City anticipates constructing a
public storm sewer in connection with the 2012 Capital Improvement
Program, to which the developer may connect.
3. Prior to the sale of one or both lots a signed agreement between the
buyer and seller acknowledging that building permits will not be issued
until a public storm sewer is constructed from Jarvis A venue is required
to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works and Engineering.
4. Prior to approval of building permits, sidewalk escrow in the amount of
$3,737.50 shall be paid.
Voice Vote -Aldermen Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz, Higgason, Walsten,
Wilson and Argus voted Aye. Alderman Brookman abstained. Motion
declared carried.
Senior Planner Mangum of the Community & Economic Development
Department presented and answered questions from the Aldermen.
Petitioner, FassBinder Construction, 1015 N. Corporate Drive, Grayslake, IL
60030 requested a Final Plat of Subdivision for 1211 Harding Townhomes LLC
Subdivision to combine four existing lots into one 12,294 square-foot lot and
develop one building with six attached row homes. ~ ~-J_,
1211 HARDING
AVE.:
(Cont'd)
COND. USE/
733 LEE ST.:
Page 7 of 9 10/18/10
Moved by Higgason, seconded by Argus, to recommend to the City Council
approval of the Final Plat for 1211 Harding Townhomes, LLC located at 1211
Harding A venue, Des Plaines. Voice Vote -All Ayes. Motion declared
carried.
Senior Planner Mangum of the Community & Economic Development
Department presented and answered questions from the Aldermen.
Petitioner, Plato Academy, 733 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016, is requesting
a Conditional Use Permit under Section 7.3-8-C of the 1998 Des Plaines Zoning
Ordinance, as amended, to authorize the operation of a private school in the C-5
District.
Director of Finance Wisniewski answered questions from the Aldermen.
Director of Finance Wisniewski answered Alderman Wilson's questions
regarding tax exempt status for property.
Alderman Higgason stated that she had a problem with the tax status and
location of a school in a commercial office building and will vote no.
Moved by W alsten, seconded by Wilson, to recommend to the City Council
approval of a condition use permit for a private elementary school located at
733 Lee Street, subject to the following conditions of approval:
1. The exterior glass windows shall remain unobstructed, other than for
uniform, non-permanent window treatments.
2. The applicant shall remain willing to work with the City if traffic issues
arise in the future.
Ms. Kathy Krus, 888 Mason Lane, addressed the Committee of the Whole
asking where children will go for recreation, breaks and lunch time since the
school will be located in downtown Des Plaines.
Mr. Rick Wittmor, School Board President and General Counsel, and Ms.
Venus Campanelli, Applicant on behalf of the Plato Academy, addressed the
Committee of the Whole and gave an explanation of the type of school, how
many children are expected to attend and the set up for lunch and breaks at a
local church; this is a Greek language school.
Voice Vote -Aldermen Bogusz, Brookman, Walsten, Wilson, and Argus vote
Aye. Aldermen Haugeberg, Robinson and Higgason voted Nay. Motion
declared carried.
MAYOR MOYLAN ASSUMED THE CHAIR AND DECLARED THE
CITY COUNCIL BACK IN SESSION.
"EXEMPT
SIGNS"/
LEXINGTON PK.:
WARRANT
REGISTER:
Resolution
R-138-10
FINAL PLAT/
2244 DOUGLAS:
Resolution
R-139-10
FINAL PLAT/
1211 HARDING
AVE.:
Resolution
R-140-10
COND. USE/
733 LEE ST.:
Ordinance
Z-24-10
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Interim Director of Community & Economic Development Bourke presented
and answered questions from the Aldermen. Pursuant to request by the City
Council on September 20, 2010, Staff met with representatives of Lexington
Homes to make changes to the present sign to conform to the Code amendment
regarding "exempt signs". After a few variations, a new sign proposal was
submitted by the Developer and approved by the Interim Director. There is no
action necessary by the City Council at this time.
Moved by Higgason, seconded by Haugeberg, to concur with recommendation
of Committee of the Whole to adopt Resolution R-138-10, BE IT RESOLVED
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 ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO
MAKE PAYMENT FOR SAME. Total: $3,430,582.04. Upon roll call, the
vote was:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
8-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz, Higgason,
Brookman, W alsten, Wilson, Argus
0-None
0-None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Argus, seconded by Higgason, to concur with recommendation of
Committee of the Whole to adopt Resolution R-139-10, A RESOLUTION
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT FOR GIANNA ADA SUBDIVISION
LOCATED AT 2244 DOUGLAS AVENUE, DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS.
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 7-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz, Higgason,
W alsten, Wilson, Argus
NAYS: 0-None
ABSENT: 0-None
ABSTAIN: I-Brookman
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Argus, seconded by Higgason, to concur with recommendation of
Committee of the Whole to adopt Resolution R-140-10, A RESOLUTION
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT FOR 1211 HARDING TOWNHOMES LLC
SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT 1211 HARDING AVENUE, DES PLAINES,
ILLINOIS. Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 7-Robinson, Bogusz, Higgason,
Brookman, W alsten, Wilson, Argus
NAYS: 1-Haugeberg
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Argus, seconded by Wilson, to concur with recommendation of
Committee of the Whole to place on First Reading Ordinance Z-24-10, AN
ORDINANCE ALLOWING FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
PERMIT A COMMERCIAL SCHOOL AT 733 LEE STREET, DES
PLAINES, ILLINOIS. (CASE #10-054-CU). Upon roll call, the vote was:J~"f,
Z-24-10
(Cont'd)
Page 9 of 9
A YES: 5-Bogusz, Brookman, Walsten, Wilson, Argus
NAYS: 3-Haugeberg, Robinson, Higgason
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
10/18/10
ADJOURNMENT: Moved by Robinson, seconded by Argus, that the regular meeting of the City
Council adjourn. Motion declared carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:06 p.m.
Gloria J.~dwii-CiTcLERK
APPROVED BY ME THIS j ~