09-06-2011CALL TO
ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
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,
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2011
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 Tuesday,
September 6, 2011.
Roll call indicated the following Aldermen present: Robinson, Bogusz, Sayad,
Walsten, Wilson and Charewicz. Alderman Haugeberg arrived at 6:07 p.m.
Alderman Brookman arrived at 6: 10 p.m.
Also present were: Acting City Manager Slowinski, Director of Finance Wisniewski, Police Chief
Prandini, Fire Chief Wax, Director of Human Resources Earl, Director of Community & Economic
Development Bartholomew, Director of Public Works and Engineering Oakley, Director of Information
Technology Duebner and Attorney Ray Bartel.
EXECUTIVE
SESSION:
PRAYER AND
PLEDGE:
CITIZEN PART.:
Moved by Bogusz, seconded by Sayad, to go into Executive Session to discuss
Collective Bargaining. Motion passed unanimously without objection.
The City Council recessed at 6:01 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 7:00 p.m.
Roll call indicated the following Aldermen present: Haugeberg, Robinson,
Bogusz, Sayad, Brookman, Walsten, Wilson and Charewicz.
The opening prayer was given by President Ghulam Farooqie of the Islamic
Community Center, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Mr. Wayne Serbin, 835 Pearson Street, addressed the City Council
congratulating the young lady in the audience for winning numerous medals; he
attended a workshop in Wheeling on August 1st at 6:00 p.m.; Wheeling uses a
workshop method and not Committee of the Whole; they meet at 6:00 p.m.;
there were no reporters present; he gave a copy of the agenda and monthly
bulletin he collected to the City Clerk for future reference by Council members
(in Council file).
Mr. Andy Samborski, 2108 Sherwin, a member of the Knights of Columbus,
addressed the City Council stating that this organization helps people; tag days
will take place September 16-18; he invited people to volunteer at the Special
Olympics Bowl-a-thon at the River Rand Bowl on October 23; he introduced a
young lady named Megan who participated in Special Olympics and won
numerous medals. Megan stepped forward and read a statement about her
experiences as an athlete in Special Olympics Illinois. Mr. Samborski invited
volunteers to call him at 847-296-1457.
CITIZEN PART.:
(Cont'd)
CONSENT
AGENDA:
MINUTES:
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Mr. Ron Moore, 1480 Jefferson Street, addressed the City Council regarding
the reduction in city services such as no longer receiving minutes, notices and
agendas by mail; can the agenda be posted on Channels 17 and 24?; he
requested that the program schedule be posted more often. Mr. Moore
suggested that acronyms listed on the agenda be spelled out so that residents
can understand what they stand for; regarding Channel 24, is a traffic report for
Chicago necessary?
Mr. Brian Burkross, 2133 Webster Lane, addressed the City Council stating
that he had problems with the new City website finding minutes and agendas
from various meetings; this should be fixed immediately; he reviewed his notes
and will make copies to give to the City Clerk; he stated that the old website
and the new website had error messages; he suggested changes to improve
access; he asked why the old website is half cannibalized and the new website
was half complete; this has caused a lot of confusion; hopefully this will be
cleared up in the next few days; he is Vice President of a motorcycle club
called Iron Justice which holds an event called Ride for Kids; he apologized for
not coming here last year to personally thank Police Chief Prandini and the
City for their support; he will submit a request for the first Sunday in October
and provide more details at the next Council meeting to encourage residents to
see 500 bikes roll through our city.
Mr. Colin Carroll, 1313 Oakton Street, addressed the City Council asking, on
behalf of his mother, why when Des Plaines had a referendum for a strong city
manager form of government and we don't have a city manager, doesn't this
bypass the referendum or is there something in place that allows for that
through the assistant city manager having the same responsibility and authority;
is that position described in state statute? Attorney Bartel suggested that Mr.
Carroll submit his question in writing to City Attorney Wiltse for a proper
answer. Mr. Carroll stated that he did submit this question in writing to the
City Attorney. Attorney Bartel stated that that is the person who would answer
the question.
Motion by Haugeberg, seconded by Sayad, to establish the Consent Agenda.
Voice Vote -All Ayes. Motion declared carried.
Motion by Robinson, seconded by Bogusz, to approve Consent Agenda. Upon
roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 8-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz, Sayad,
Brookman, W alsten, Wilson, Charewicz
NAYS: 0-None
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
Minutes were approved; Staff recommendations and requests were approved;
Ordinances M-35-11, M-36-11 and M-37-11 were adopted; Resolutions R-115-
11, R-116-11 and R-121-11 were adopted.
Moved by Robinson, seconded by Bogusz, to approve minutes of the Regular
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Consent
Agenda
INTER GOV.
MASTER SIGNAL
AGR./IDOT:
Consent
Agenda
Resolution
R-115-11
PURCHASE/
ROCK SALT:
Consent
Agenda
Resolution
R-116-11
FINAL CHANGE
ORDER/POLICE
DEPT./
REMODELING:
Consent
Agenda
Resolution
R-121-11
ADVERTISE
BID/CRACK
SEALING FOR
2011:
Consent
Agenda
CHANGE OF
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Meeting of the City Council held August 15, 2011, as published. Motion
declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Robinson, seconded by Bogusz, to approve minutes of the Executive
Session of the City Council held August 15, 2011. Motion declared carried as
approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Robinson, seconded by Bogusz, to concur with Staff
recommendation to execute the Intergovernmental Agreement between the
Illinois Department of Transportation and the City of Des Plaines for
maintenance and apportionment of energy costs of traffic control devices on
state highways, which shall be effective July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2021,
subject to annual appropriations; and further recommend to adopt Resolution R-
115-11, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
MASTER SIGNAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE ILLINOIS
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE CITY OF DES
PLAINES FOR MAINTENANCE AND APPORTIONMENT OF ENERGY
COSTS FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES ON STATE HIGHWAYS.
Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Robinson, seconded by Bogusz, to concur with Staff
recommendation to accept the rock salt bid award through the State of Illinois
CMS 2011-2012 Rock Salt Procurement contract at a cost of $59.95 per ton
payable to Cargill Incorporated Salt Division, 24950 Country Club Boulevard,
#450, North Olmstead, Ohio 44070 in an amount not to exceed $415,000.00
(2011/2012 MFT Funds); and further recommend to adopt Resolution R-116-
11, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ROCK SALT
THROUGH ILLINOIS CENTRAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES. Motion
declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Robinson, seconded by Bogusz, to concur with Staff
recommendation to approve the final change order payment in the amount of
$22,854.00 to Leopardo Companies, Inc., 5200 Prairie Stone Parkway,
Hoffinan Estates, Illinois 60192 (Federal Asset Forfeiture Funds); and further
recommend to adopt Resolution R-212-11, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
A SECOND CHANGE ORDER FROM LEOP ARDO COMPANIES, INC.
FOR ADDITIONAL WORK PERFORMED AT THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE WORK APPROVED IN
RESOLUTION R-17-11. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously
under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Robinson, seconded by Bogusz, to concur with Staff
recommendation to authorize the City Clerk to advertise for bid the Contractual
Crack Sealing for 2011 with a return date of Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at
3 :00 p.m. Motion declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent
Agenda.
Moved by Robinson, seconded by Bogusz, to concur with
OWNERSHIP/
LIO. LIC./
2930 SOUTH
RIVER RD.:
Consent
Agenda
ORDINANCES
M-35-11
M-36-11
M-37-11
SPECIAL
SERVICE AREAS
11, 12 & 13:
Consent
Agenda
WARRANT
REGISTER:
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recommendation to approve change of ownership for a Class A Tavern Liquor
Dealers License for Apple Ten Services O'Hare, Inc., d/b/a Hilton Garden Inn
O'Hare, 2930 South River Road effective September 15, 2011. Motion
declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
Moved by Robinson, seconded by Bogusz, to concur with Staff
recommendation to adopt Ordinances M-35-11, AN ORDINANCE
PROPOSING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SPECIAL SERVICE AREA
NUMBER ELEVEN IN THE CITY OF DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS (138, 158,
273, 283, 170 AND 180 DRAKE LANE REAR YARD DRAINAGE
IMPROVEMENTS); M-36-11, AN ORDINANCE PROPOSING THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF SPECIAL SERVICE AREA NUMBER TWELVE IN
THE CITY OF DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS (948 AND 956 GREENVIEW
AVENUE REAR YARD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS); and M-37-11, AN
ORDINANCE PROPOSING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SPECIAL
SERVICE AREA NUMBER THIRTEEN IN THE CITY OF DES PLAINES,
ILLINOIS, (1318, 1330 AND 1340 PHOENIX DRIVE AND 1325 AND 1335
MIAMI LANE REAR YARD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS). Motion
declared carried as approved unanimously under Consent Agenda.
MAYOR MOYLAN DECLARED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL WAS
NOW RESOLVED INTO A COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION -Alderman Bogusz, Chair
Alderman Bogusz stated that the first item under Finance & Administration is
to approve the September 6, 2011 Warrant Register in the total amount of
$3,760,466.63.
Alderman Sayad referred to Page 1 of the Warrant Register and asked about the
payment of $1,000.00 for membership dues to the Des Plaines Arts Council;
what do we get for that $1,000.00? Director of Finance Wisniewski responded
that this is under the Elected Office division and she did not have back up
information. Alderman Sayad requested information on the benefits of this rate
for membership.
Alderman Sayad referred to Page 30 of the Warrant Register and asked about
the reimbursement to the Des Plaines Theater for Fa9ade Windows/Doors in the
amount of $4,978.70, and reimbursement to the Greek American Restaurant
Association for Exterior Renovations in the amount of $41,000.00.
Director of Finance Wisniewski responded that these were approved at a prior
Council meeting; they are precut checks.
WARRANT
REGISTER:
(Cont'd)
FIRE DEPT.
CIVILIAN
TRAINING
OFFICER
POSITION:
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Alderman Sayad stated he would like an asterisk to be added to indicate a
precut check; he will vote no for these two reimbursements.
Mr. Wayne Serbin, 835 Pearson Street, addressed the Committee of the Whole
stating that Alderman Sayad is complaining about the membership fee; he pays
$20; Mr. Sayad is right; the $1,000.00 membership fee has certain benefits.
Mr. Ronald Moore, 1480 Jefferson Street, addressed the Committee of the
Whole stating that after reviewing the Warrant Register at the Library, he
referred to Page 2 of the Warrant Register and asked about the charge under
Media Services for Hinckley Springs Water in the amount of $45.15 under
Office Supplies; is this really necessary?
Director of Finance Wisniewski pointed out that this particular expense was
listed under the category of Human Resources, not Media Services; it is for
renting the water cooler for employees.
Mr. Ron Moore, 1480 Jefferson Street, addressed the Committee of the Whole
asking if it is really necessary to have spring water; this is a blatant unnecessary
expense.
Mayor Moylan responded that you cannot drink the water in the fountains
because of the age of the pipes located in certain parts of City Hall.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by W alsten, to recommend to the City Council
approval of the September 6, 2011 -Warrant Register, in the total amount of
$3,760,466.63; and further recommend that Resolution R-117-11 be adopted at
appropriate time this evening. Motion declared carried. Alderman Sayad voted
no for the reimbursement to the Des Plaines Theater for Fa9ade
Windows/Doors in the amount of $4,978.70, and reimbursement to the Greek
American Restaurant Association for Exterior Renovations in the amount of
$41,000.00 (both items on Page 30 of the Warrant Register).
Fire Chief Wax stated that this is a continuation of a conversation to reduce
salary and pension related costs; the Fire Department is requesting a position
change from sworn to civilian of a Training/Safety Officer position in the Fire
Department structure within the City Code.
Fire Chief Wax answered questions from the Aldermen regarding the change in
position.
Director of Finance Wisniewski answered questions from the Aldermen
regarding the position being filled, its affect on the budget and future savings.
Moved by W alsten, seconded by Haugeberg, to recommend to the City Council
to place on First Reading Ordinance M-38-11 at appropriate time this evening.
Mr. Brian Burkross, 2133 Webster Lane, addressed the Committee of the
Whole asked for a clarification for the change from sworn to civilian position.
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OFFICER
POSITION:
(Cont'd)
COND. USE EXT./
254LAUREL
AVE.:
COND. USE/1249
ELMHURST RD.:
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Fire Chief Wax gave a detailed explanation on the effects of this change.
Motion declared carried. Aldermen Robinson, Sayad and Wilson voted no.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT -Alderman Haugeberg, Chair
Alderman Haugeberg stated that the first item is the Conditional Use Extension
request for 254 Laurel A venue.
Senior Planner Mangum reviewed his Memorandum of August 2, 2011
regarding a 12-month extension of the Conditional Use for the preliminary
Planned Unit Development for Phase II of the Lexington Park project; staff
recommends that the project be granted an extension until August 6, 2012.
Mr. Wayne Serbin, 835 Pearson Street, addressed the Committee of the Whole
stating that economy is in bad shape; don't be surprised if he comes back for
another extension next year.
Moved by Wilson, seconded by Walsten, to recommend to the City Council to
place on First Reading Ordinance Z-25-11 at appropriate time this evening.
Motion declared carried.
Alderman Haugeberg stated that the second item is a Conditional Use Permit
for a Place of Worship at 1249 Elmhurst Road, Case #11-029-CU.
Senior Planner Mangum reviewed his Memorandum of August 9, 2011
regarding a Conditional Use Permit for a Place of Worship, 1249 Elmhurst
Road, Case #11-029-CU. Approval is recommended by the Community and
Economic Development Department. In addition, Petitioner must meet the
following conditions:
1. Prior to issuance of the Conditional Use Pennit, the Petitioner shall submit a
landscape plan providing one tree in the parkway and a minimum 7'-wide
landscape buffer along the east property line with shade trees, a minimum of 2 Yi"
in caliper, planted on an average of I tree per 30' of yard length. The landscape
plan shall also provide for plantings the entire length of the property between the
parking lot and the sidewalk along Elmhurst Road.
2. Prior to issuance of the Conditional Use Permit the Petitioner shall complete the
site improvements indicated on the approved landscape plan or post a cash bond
equal to an approved estimate of the total cost of the improvements provided by
third party contractor.
3. Prior to occupancy all parking areas shall be surfaced and striped to meet all
applicable Building Code hard surface requirements.
Senior Planner Mangum answered questions from the Aldermen.
Moved by Charewicz, seconded by Bogusz, to recommend to the City Council
to place on First Reading Ordinance Z-26-11 at appropriate time this evening.
Motion declared carried. Aldermen Brookman and Walsten voted no. ~yf-
2NDFACADE
REBATE REQ./
733 LEE ST.:
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Alderman Haugeberg stated that the third item is consideration of the Second
Fa9ade Rehabilitation Rebate Request from GARA (Greek American
Restaurant Association) at 733 Lee Street.
Director of Community & Economic Development Bartholomew gave a brief
explanation of the rebate request as outlined in his Memorandum of August 18,
2011 and answered questions from the Aldermen.
Alderman Sayad requested more details regarding the number of windows for
the invoice submitted for a rebate; he will vote no.
Alderman Brookman pointed out that the Petitioner followed the guidelines;
can the City dictate the business from which the Petitioner is to obtain a
proposal.
Alderman Haugeberg stated that there is a balance of $21,570.80 for fiscal year
2011; the Council needs to make a decision on one of the four suggestions
proposed by staff on page 2 of the August 18, 2011 Memorandum.
Moved by Charewicz, seconded by Brookman, to accept staff recommendation
to approve the request in the amount of $30,400.00 and appropriate the entire
amount of $30,400.00 to the fa9ade rehabilitation program (total unreserved
balance in the Fa9ade Rehabilitation program will continue to be $21,570.80
and the applicant will receive full award amount.
Moved by Bogusz, seconded by Sayad, for a substitute motion to DENY the
Second Fa9ade Rehabilitation Rebate Request from GARA (Greek American
Restaurant Association) at 733 Lee Street (Fa9ade Rehabilitation Program will
continue to have $21,570.80 unreserved balance).
Mr. Ron Moore, 1480 Jefferson Street, addressed the Committee of the Whole
stating that AT&T does generate tax revenue for the City; does the Economic
Development Commission follow the By-laws?; he read comments by EDC for
this request; there should be another bid for the windows.
Mr. Wayne Serbin, 835 Pearson Street, addressed the Committee of the Whole
stating that a few months ago the Miner Street Tavern put in new windows; this
change would bring in a higher clientele; young professionals would spend
more money; he gave an example of a club in downtown Chicago which made
changes to its building to attract more business.
Mr. Brian Burkross, 2133 Webster Lane, addressed the Committee of the
Whole stating that Alderman Sayad has a right to question committees;
residents have the right to question the aldermen; he encouraged Alderman
Haugeberg to hold Community Development meetings separate from council
meetings; why are windows included in the fa9ade program; agrees with
Alderman Bogus that this matter should be tabled; give it back to staff; he
encouraged aldermen to attend EDC meetings, discuss, then bring back to the
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733 LEE ST.:
(Cont'd)
AWNING
INITIATIVE
PROGRAM:
HOME
GENERATOR
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Council; he suggested that the Council spend TIF funds wisely.
As requested by Alderman Haugeberg, Director of Community & Economic
Development Bartholomew gave an explanation of how this particular request
is to be processed by the Council; he is in the process of tightening up the
policies.
Mr. Burkross understands the four options recommended by staff and the
issues; he suggested that this matter be tabled for further review and
development by staff.
Mr. Ted Ardvanitis, 733 Lee Street, Secretary for the Greek American
Restaurant Association, addressed the Committee of the Whole giving a history
of how this building was chosen; they spent $1 million dollars to fix it up; the
organization has been around for over 20 years; not interested in flipping the
building; they followed the rules of the fa9ade guidelines; they want to make
Des Plaines better.
Mr. Tom Diamond, President of the Greek American Restaurant Association,
addressed the Committee of the Whole stating that he does not reside in Des
Plaines, but is a business owner; their association is not a tax generating
business, but a traffic generating business which will eventually create more
business; he thanked the City for the $41,000 applied for earlier.
Regarding the substitute motion to DENY the request for reimbursement
Second Fa9ade Rehabilitation Rebate Request from GARA (Greek American
Restaurant Association) at 733 Lee Street, motion declared carried. Aldermen
Brookman, W alsten and Charewicz voted no.
Director of Community & Economic Development Bartholomew addressed the
Committee of the Whole stating that clarification of the existing process needed
to be made with proposed changes and answered questions of the Aldermen.
Moved by Bogusz, seconded by Brookman, to TABLE the Awning Initiative
Program until the Council has a policy consensus and that staff work with the
Committee to come back with a full recommendation for both the Awning
Initiative Program and Fa9ade Rehabilitation Program.
Moved by W alsten, seconded by Charewicz, for a substitute motion to
recommend to the City Council approval of Resolution R-119-11 at appropriate
time this evening. Motion declared carried. Aldermen Bogusz and Brookman
voted no.
ENGINEERING -Alderman Sayad, Chair
Alderman Sayad stated that suggestions from the last Council meeting were
incorporated into the Home Generator Assistance Program. Acting City
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ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM:
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Manager Slowinski addressed the Committee of the Whole reviewing his
Memorandum of August 22, 2011; the issues raised regarding retroactivity and
answered questions from the Aldermen.
Alderman Charewicz recommended a waiting period, accept applications and
then determine how popular the program is.
Motion by Wilson to skip the retroactive period and begin the program on
September 12, 2011. Motion DIED for lack of a second.
Alderman Brookman suggested changing the retroactivity period to June 15 for
those who bought a generator prior to the storm; modify the "first come, first
served" to a lottery system which would be fairer; not everyone can be at City
Hall at the beginning of the first day.
Alderman W alsten does not believe in this program; he and his neighbor should
not be buying half of his neighbor's generator; it is fiscally irresponsible.
Mr. Brian Burkross, 2133 Webster Lane, addressed the Committee of the
Whole stating that his home flooded for the first time; current plan does not
address fraud; in his opinion, there are three issues: (1) do you have a
generator; (2) verify that a person has a generator; and (3) show need (provide
proof); the lottery should show most in need; fairest way to help people; he is
against fraud.
Mr. Dan Whisler, 1645 E. Walnut, addressed the Committee of the Whole
stating that he owns a generator; he reviewed the mechanics of a generator; will
safety or training be provided to a resident; the Council needs to create a
standard for the type of generator; he would like to see a better definition for the
program; research should be done to determine the type of generator required
and sound level; the program should have enough money to operate.
Ms. Susan Czach, 1669 Illinois Street, addressed the Committee of the Whole
stating that since the Council is using taxpayer dollars for this program,
shouldn't all the taxpayers be included?; the City should conduct a survey
through the water bill; determine how many people have purchased a generator
before determining how much money would be put into the program before
allocating money.
Mr. Ron Moore, 1480 Jefferson Street, addressed the Committee of the Whole
stating that this program as introduced is a bigger bucket of worms than the
favade issue; people will be discriminated against if they don't need a generator;
this is a real invitation to greed and fraud; the money will run out fast; what line
item will be used; a bad system all around and should not be introduced.
Mr. Gilbert Young, 1441 South Wolf Road, addressed the Committee of the
Whole stating that he bought a standby generator; he is interested in applying
for the program; it is scheduled to start Monday; by the time he leaves tonight's
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GENERATOR
ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM:
(Cont'd)
AMBULANCE
SVC. FEE
AMENDMENTS:
FEMA FIRE ACT
GRANT/EQUIP.
PURCHASE:
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meeting, will he know how to apply.
Alderman Charewicz agrees with Mr. Whisler' s idea of providing safety
instruction to the residents.
Motion by Robinson to adopt Resolution R-112-11. Motion DIED for lack of a
second.
Motion by Brookman to adopt Resolution R-112-11 with a retroactive date of
June 15, 2011, the program to start on September 19, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. and
adding a lottery system. Motion DIED for lack of a second.
Moved by Brookman, seconded by Wilson, to adopt Resolution R-112-11, as
amended, with an addition of a lottery system and a start date of September 19,
2011. Alderman Wilson withdrew his second.
Moved by Brookman, seconded by Charewicz, to adopt Resolution R-112-11,
as amended, with the addition of a lottery system. Motion declared FAILED.
Aldermen Haugeberg, Robinson, Sayad, W alsten and Wilson voted no.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to recommend to the City
Council to adopt Resolution R-112-11, as amended, with a start date of
September 19, 2011. Motion declared carried. Aldermen Brookman, W alsten
and Wilson voted no.
PUBLIC SAFETY -Alderman Walsten, Chair
Fire Chief Wax addressed the Committee of the Whole rev1ewmg his
Memorandum of August 23, 2011 regarding ambulance fees and answered
questions from the Aldermen. The Public Safety Committee recommends
approval by the Council of the proposed amendments to the ambulance service
fee levels and providing for "insurance-only billing" for Des Plaines residents.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to recommend to the City
Council approval of Ordinance M-39-11 at appropriate time this evening.
Motion declared carried.
Mr. Wayne Serbin, 835 Pearson Street, addressed the Committee of the Whole
stating that he is a senior citizen; there has not been a raise in Social Security in
two years; investments are not doing well and are going down; the price of
everything is going up; this would benefit senior citizens.
Fire Chief Wax addressed the Committee of the Whole reviewing his
Memorandum of August 23, 2011 regarding consideration of a ladder truck
grant which would cover 80 percent of the cost; he is asking for the Council's
approval to provide 20 percent local match in an amount of up to $250,000.00.
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FEMA FIRE ACT
GRANT/EQUIP.
PURCHASE:
WARRANT
REGISTER:
Resolution
R-117-11
FIRE DEPT.
CIVILIAN
TRAINING
OFFICER
POSITION:
Ordinance
M-38-11
COND. USE EXT./
254LAUREL
AVE.:
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Fire Chief Wax and Acting City Manager Slowinski answered questions from
the Aldermen.
Mr. Ron Moore, 1480 Jefferson Street, addressed the Committee of the Whole
asking if we don't need two ladder trucks, why do we have two now; one of
them needs parts created by a machinist; if we have two trucks now, we will
need two trucks next year.
Moved by Bogusz, seconded by Robinson, for a substitute motion to
recommend to the City Council to TABLE indefinitely adoption of Resolution
R-120-11. Motion declared carried.
MAYOR MOYLAN ASSUMED THE CHAIR AND DECLARED THE
CITY COUNCIL BACK IN SESSION.
Moved by Bogusz, seconded by Robinson, to concur with recommendation of
Committee of the Whole to adopt Resolution R-117-11, 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, AS AMENDED. Total: $3,760,466.63.
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 8-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz, Sayad
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Brookman, W alsten, Charewicz
0-None
0-None
Motion declared carried.
Alderman Sayad voted no for the reimbursement to the Des Plaines Theater for
Fa9ade Windows/Doors in the amount of$4,978.70, and reimbursement to the
Greek American Restaurant Association for Exterior Renovations in the amount
of $41,000.00 (both items on Page 30 of the Warrant Register).
Moved by Bogusz, seconded by Haugeberg, to place on First Reading
Ordinance M-38-11, AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE EXEMPT
POSITION OF FIRE DEPARTMENT TRAINING DIVISION
CHIEF/SAFETY OFFICER. Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 5-Haugeberg, Bogusz, Brookman,
W alsten, Charewicz
NAYS: 3-Robinson, Sayad, Wilson
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to place on First Reading
Ordinance Z-25-11, AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A 12 MONTH
EXTENSION FOR PHASE II OF THE CONDITIONAL USE FOR THE
PRELIMINARY PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT GRANTED BY
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Ordinance
Z-25-11
COND. USE/
1249 ELMHURST
RD.:
Ordinance
Z-26-11
2NDFACADE
REBA TE REQ./
733 LEE ST.:
Resolution
R-118-11
AWNING
INITIATIVE
PROGRAM:
Resolution
R-119-11
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ORDINANCE Z-19-05 FOR THE PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS
254 LAUREL AVENUE, DES PLAINES, (Case #05-31-PUD-A). Upon roll
call, the vote was:
AYES: 8-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz, Sayad
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Brookman, Walsten, Wilson, Charewicz
0-None
0-None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to place on First Reading
Ordinance Z-26-11, AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PLACE OF WORSHIP AT
1249 ELMHURST ROAD, DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS. (CASE #11-029-CU).
Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 6-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz,
Sayad, Wilson, Charewicz
NAYS: 2-Brookman, Walsten
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Sayad, to concur with recommendation of
Committee of the Whole to DENY the second request for fa9ade rebate from
GARA (Greek American Restaurant Association) at 733 Lee Street. Upon roll
call, the vote was:
AYES: 6-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz,
Sayad, Walsten, Wilson
NAYS: 2-Brookman, Charewicz
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by Haugeberg, seconded by Robinson, to concur with recommendation
of Committee of the Whole to adopt Resolution R-119-11, A RESOLUTION
APPROVING THE PROPOSED AWNING INITIATIVE PROGRAM
GUIDELINES AND AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF THE AWNING
INITIATIVE PROGRAM IN THE CITY OF DES PLAINES. Upon roll call,
the vote was:
AYES: 5-Haugeberg, Robinson, Sayad,
W alsten, Charewicz
NAYS: 3-Bogusz, Brookman, Wilson
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
Alderman Wilson requested Leave of the Body to change his vote to Aye.
There were no objections from the aldermen. The vote was changed as follows:
A YES: 6-Haugeberg, Robinson, Sayad, ~' (\.t-
W alsten, Wilson, Charewicz if~
NAYS: 2-Bogusz, Brookman ·
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
HOME
GENERATOR
ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM:
Resolution
R-112-11
AMBULANCE
SVC. FEE
AMENDMENTS:
Ordinance
M-39-11
FEMA FIRE ACT
GRANT/EQUIP.
PURCHASE:
Resolution
R-120-11
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Moved by Sayad, seconded by Robinson, to concur with recommendation of
Committee of the Whole to adopt Resolution R-112-11, A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF THE HOME GENERATOR
REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE CITY OF DES PLAINES which
will begin on September 19, 2011. Upon roll call, the vote was:
AYES: 5-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz,
Sayad, Charewicz
NAYS: 3-Brookman, Walsten, Wilson
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by W alsten, seconded by Robinson, to concur with recommendation of
Committee of the Whole to place on First Reading Ordinance M-39-11, AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 11, "FIRE REGULATIONS," CHAPTER
10, "FIRE AND AMBULANCE SERVICE," SECTION 2, "AMBULANCE
FEE," OF THE CITY OF DES PLAINES CITY CODE. Upon roll call, the
vote was:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
8-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz, Sayad
Brookman, W alsten, Charewicz
0-None
0-None
Motion declared carried.
Moved by W alsten, seconded by Sayad, to concur with recommendation of
Committee of the Whole to TABLE indefinitely adoption of Resolution R-120-
11, A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE CITY'S FUNDING OF THE
LOCAL MATCH PORTION OF A FEMA GRANT FOR THE PURCHASE
OF A LADDER TRUCK IF SUCH GRANT IS AWARDED. Upon roll call,
the vote was:
AYES: 7-Haugeberg, Robinson, Bogusz, Sayad
Brookman, W alsten
NAYS: 1-Charewicz
ABSENT: 0-None
Motion declared carried.
Glona J. Ludw~ TY CLERK
APPROVED BY ME THIS 3~