Loading...
05/21/1945a76 (MINUTES CONTINUED) ADJOURNMENT: The motion was made by Alderman.Cmpagna and seconded by Napieralski to a d4ourn. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried and the meeting regularly adjourned. ‘ley44/1/1/1 - $ itilt OT • W. J. I ICH, CITY CLERK MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS, HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, MONDAY, MAY 21, 1945, AT 8:00 P. M. CALL TO QUER: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pflughaupt presiding, with Aldermen Johnson, Napieralski, Vavrinelk, Wolf, Kehe, Scharring- hausen, McKay, Harm, Campagna and Halverson responding to roll call. CO,++"ITTEE REPORTS: Alderman Halverson, Chairman of Sewer Committee, reported the sewer condition in Cumberland Terrace due to heavy rains and said the Sanitary District promised to put in another pump which would help relieve the condition. Mayor Pflughaupt commented upon the excellent work of the City employees who worked several nights pumping water out of sewer basins. The Mayor instructed the City Engineer to contact the Sanitary District regarding the in- stalation of the pump. ALFINI AND NESTFI L PLATS: The Municipal Development Committee through its Chaifman presented the two following plats for report: Alfini's First Addition to Des Plaines being a subdivision of the South 130 feet of the North 170 feet of the East 535 feet of the West - of the N. E. of Section 19, Town- ship 41 North, Range 12 East of the'hird Principal Meridian. Westfield Wolf Road Addition to Des Plaine; being a sub- division of the Best 173 feet of the East jfi of the N. E. quarter of Section 19, Township 41 North, Range 12 East of the Third Principal Meridian in Cook County, I11. Alderman McKay recommended the approval of Alfini's First Addition Plat and approval of Westfield Wolf Road Addition, provided the additionof a clause to the plat that no dwelling costing less than $5,000.00 be permitted to be constructed on any lot in this tract. The motion was made by Alderman McKay and seconded by Napieralski to concur in this report. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried and the report concurred in. THE PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE through its Chairman Alderman Napieralski reported about the work being done on the honor roll for servicemen%. Alderman Napieralski reported regarding the meeting with the Des Plaines Park District regarding the C. & N. W. R. R. parks. He said he had written a letter to the C. & N.W . R. R. Co. to see if they would make provision for keeping the lawns in parks cut, but had not received a reply to date. Alderman Napieralski reported receiving a letter from Superintendent Holmes of Maine Township High School regarding funds from the City for summer band concerts. He said there are surplus funds on hand in the band fund and suggested the City use a part of this money where needed. Alderman Napieralski reported on a letter from Evanston regarding a meeting on transit question which will be held May 25th. Several members of the Council intend to attend this meeting. _APPROVAL OF BILLS: The Finance Committee through its Chairman Al- derman.H. ,,ehe, then jntroduded the following proposed resolution: 15 861 15863 15865 15867 15869 15871 15873 RESOLVED THAT THE FOLLOWING BILLS ARE DUE AND PAYABLE AND THAT THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK BE HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO DRAW UP PROPER VOUCHERS IN PAYMENT OF SAME Pub. Serv. Co. of N. I11. 1,741.91 Des Plaines Publ. Co. 37.75 Hartless Austin 1.65 H -H Electric Co. 375.46 Socony Vacuum Oil Co. 15.91 Simplex Vale & Meter Co. 28.05 Pittsburgh Equitable Meter 51.90 15862 Frank A. Bremer 15864 Des Plaines Realty 15866 Lien Chem. Co. 15868 West Suburban Auto 15870 Elgin Softener Corp. 15872 C. & N. W. R. R. Co. 15874 Nagel Sales 10.67 70.00 6.39 .32 48.56 2.06 1.65 .(B/LLS CONTINUED) 15875 Frank A. Bremer 9.64 15876 Dietzgen, 27.51 15$77 Seagrave Corp. 6125 15878 Village Electric Shop 10.00 The motion was made by Alderman Kehe and seconded by Carjipagna.to adopt the said resolution. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes; Johnson, apieralski, Vavrinek, Wolf, Kehe, Scharring- hausen, McKay, Harm, Campagna and Halverson. Mayes; none. The Mayor declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted. The Clerk then read a report of Alderman Napieralski on the Town De- velopment Co. stating that he had given them a copy of a letter he had written to the County Zoning Board and had also advised them verbally of the City's attitude and requirements. OPEN BIDS RESURFACING AR'IAL STS.: The motion was made by Alderman Campagna and seconded by Napieralski to instruct the Clerk to open the bids re- ceived for resurfacing arterial streets 11, 12, and 13, under the provisions of the Motor Fuel Tax Law. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried. The Clerk then read the bids as tabulated: BID_D_ER_ _AMOUNT_ Skokie Valley Asphalt Company 7,088.80 Black Top Roads ompany 7,397.40 Arrow Petroleum Company 7,493.50 Rock RoadInstruction Company 7,822.10 Subnnban Oil Company 7,965.00 The motion was made by Alderman Campagna and seconded by Wolf that the Council have a recess to check the bids with the City Angineer, Fletcher. The motion C4 was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried. 4 After a short recess, the Uommittee on Streets and Sanitation reported through its Chairman, Aldermah Campagna. The motion was made by Campagna and seconded by Halverson to accept the bid of Skokie Valley Asphalt Company at the amount of $7,088.80. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk calldd the roll with the following result: Ayes; Johnson, aapieralski, Vavrinek, Wolf, Kehe, Scharringhausen, McKay, Harm, Campagna, and Halverson. Nays; None. The Mayor thereupon declared the motion carried. 1 DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS RESURFACING STREETS: The Clerk then read the following letter: May 15, 1945 Mr. G. W. Pflughaupt Mayor, City of Des Plaines,I11. Dear Sir: I am sending for your approval (1) one set of plans for the proposed resurfacing of Northwest Highway at the approaches to the Soo Line and Chicago & North Western Railroad and the resurfacing of River Road north and south of the intersection of River Road with Rand Road and the resurfacing of Rand Road fromlver Road to .the Des Plaines River. The proposed improvement consists of resurfacing with 1- inches of binder course and li inches of surface course making a total thickness of 3 inches. It is proposed to do this work during the bummer of 1945. Very truly yours, (signed) C. H. Apple, District Engineer The motion was made.by Campagna and seconded by apieralski to approve the plans of the Division of Highways. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried. DES PLAINES POST #36 AMERICAN LEGION: The Clerk then read the fol- lowing letter: May 7,,1945 City Officials Des Plaines, I11. Gentlemen: The American Legion Post of Des Plaines will observe Memorial Day, Wednesday, May 30th, with a paradd and service at Memorial Park. Youi organization is again invited to participate. Will you please let me know by Wednesday) May 23rd, if your organization will march in a body,justplace a wreath at the monument, or,do both. Yours very truly, (signed) C. P. Leis, Cj.. 377 378 (AMERICAN LEGION CONT'D) The Mayor instructed the Clerk to write a letter and inform the Chairman, mr. C. P. Leis, that the City Council would have representatives in.the parade. IST LT. J. E. CAMPBELL. P.W. CUP: The Clerk then read the following letter: 11 May 1945 City of Des Plaines Mayor's Office Des Plaines, Illinois To whom it may concern: The following TWX received from the Provost Marshall General, Washington, D. C. dated 25 April 1945, is quoted for your information. "SPMGO /5/ Numerous incidents have been reported in which high school students and others have marked the prisoner of war identification "PW" on their clothing as a prank. It is directed that you give wide publicity within your Service Command to the fact that this is an extremely dangerous practice. 'M'ilitary personnel believing them to be prisoners of war may shoot them if they do not halt when ordered to do so. This practice also hampers apprehension of escaped prisoners." From Somervell. Lerch, Provost Marshall General. (signed) James E. Campbell 1st Lt., CMP Commanding The Mayor reported having informed the editors of the local papers the previous week and that an article regarding this m atter had been in both papers. MOUNT PROSPECT GARBAGE CONTRACT: The(lerk then read the following: May 14th, 1945 City(buncil of Des Plaines c/o Alderman Campagma City Ball Gentlemen: . 1 As Chairman of the Health and Sanitation Qbmmittee of the Village of Mount Prospect, I have been r$quested by the Board of Trustees to inquire as to' future rates concerning the disposal of garbage in your incinerator, a service which is very much appreciated. We would like to know whether or not you would prefer to deal with us on an annual basis, or perhaps upon a period covering two or more years. It is my understanding that the present arrangement ends on August let of this year, by verbal agreement, and since the appropriations for the coming fiscal year must be made at our next board meeting on June 5th, I would greatly appreciate a reply as to your action with regard to this mattdr before that time. Inasmuch as we hope to keep our expenses as low as possible in all our departments, we will greatly appreciate any consideration you may feel in- clined to give your friendly neighbor to the northwest. With best wishes, (signed) Theodore A. Lams The motion was made by Alderman Campagna and seconded by Vavrinek to continue the disposal of garbage by verbal agreement at three dollars ($3.00) per ton. After some discussion, the motion was made by Alderman Campagna and seconded by John- son to amend the original motion, and that.a written contact be prepared by City Attorney Opeka with a sixty day cancellation clause. The amendment to the motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor declared the amendment to the motion carried. The original motion as amended was then voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried. AJ ORDINANCE FIXING THE AMOUNT OF BOND OF TREASoCOL: The Clerk then read the following proposed ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE AMOUNT OF THE OFFICIAL BOND OF THE TREASURER -COLLECTOR The motion was made by Alderman Kehe and seconded by 40apieralski to suspend the rules and place the proposed ordinance upon its final passage. The Mayor put the.question and the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes; John- son, Napieralski, Vavrinek, Wolf, Kehe, Scharringhausen, McKay, Harm, Campagna, and Halverson. Nays; none. The Mayor declared the motion carried, the rules suspended, and the said proposed ordinance before the Council for final passage. 1 1 1 (TREAS-COL. BOND CONT/D.) The motion was then made by Kehe and seconded by Campagna to finally pass the said.proposed ordinance. The Mayor put the question and the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes; Johnson, Napieralski, Vavrinek, Wolf, Kehe, Scharringhausen, McKay, Harm, Campagna, and Halverson. Nays; None. the Mayor thereupon declared the motion carried and the said ordinance passed. AUDITING CLERK. TREASURER. AND WATER DEPARTMENT RECORDS: The motion was made by Alderman Kehe and seconded by Napieralski that the audit of Clerk, Treasurer, and Water Department records be referred to the Finance Committee with power to act. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried. TREASURER AND CITY ATTORNEY PONDS: The Clerk reported the approval by the City Attorney of the City Treasurer andCity Attorney's Bonds. The motion was made by Alderman Kehe and seconded by Halverson to approve the said bonds. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the mayor declared the motion carried. A OINTMENTS: Mayor Pflughaupt announced the following appointments: Inspector of Wekkts and Measures: Frank Scharringhausen---the appointment was confirmed on motion by Alderman Campagna and seconded by ��apieralski. Special Police: John Hammerl---the appointment was confirmed on motion by Alderman Johnson and seconded by Campagna. MAYOR CHARLES H. GARLAND RESOLUTION: Alderman Napieralski then pre- = sented the following proposed resolution: Cel RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the Administration of the City of Des Plaines desires to express to MAYOR CHARLES H. GARLAND its grateful appreciation of his services to the community and its people --and, WHEREAS, it is fitting that the unselfish devotion of this citizen of Des Plaines be acknowledged by a token of such appreciation, and WHEREAS, his services reflect his forthright character, inspiring enthusiasm, and accurate vision. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that we, his collegues1 duly_ representing all of the people of Des Plaines, in their behalf, and in our own --do hereby ex- press our thanks to him for his faithful performance of duty, and outstanding leadership during the war years --together with our sincere affection for him as an individual. The motion was then made by Alderman Napieralski and seconded by Kehe that the'said proposed resolution be adopted and a copy sent to former Mayor Charles H. Garland. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor ,declared the motioncarried and the said resolution adopted,. NORTHWESTERN PARK PAVILION: The motion was made by Alderman Napier- alski and seconded by McKay that the resolution regarding the pavilion in that part of the Forest Preserve and generally known as Northwestern Park be taken frog the table. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried. The Public Relations Committee through its Chairman Alderman Napieralski recommended some changes in the resolution. AFter reading the amended resolution, the motion was made by Alderman Napieralski and seconded try McKay to adopt the proposed resolution as amended and that a copy of the resolution with letters from organizations be sent to the Gook(bunty Forest Preserve Commissioners. `he motion was voted upon by acclamation where- upon the Mayor declared the motion carried and the said resolution as amdnded adopted. PRINCE CASTLE BUILDING: Alderman Scharringhausen reported the building of Prince Castle appeared to be breaking apart and suggested the Building Inspector investigate. The' Mayor referred the matter to the Building Inspector Scharringhausen to investigate. MIKE MIHALO•BUILDING: The Mayor inquired of the City Attorney re- garding what had been done on the Mihalo building. The City Attorney Opeka reported notices bad been sent to the owner and would report further action to be taken at the next Council meeting. HUNT BUILDING: Alderman Halverson wanted toknow what has ihappened regarding the condemned Hunt building. ,After some discussion, the Mayor referred the matter to City Attorney Opeka. 379 38O (MINUTES CONTINUED) Alderman Kehe reported about an old passenger car on the C. & N. W. R. R. at Miner and Laurel, which has been at that place .for several months. The Mayor instructed the Clerk to write the Railroad Co. to have it removed. The motion was made by Alderman Napieralski and seanded by Halverson that there being some unsightly buildings and structures which are eye -sores in the City, recommend that this be referred to the Municipal Development Committee. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Each member of the Council having been supplied with a copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of. May 7, 1945, the motion was made by Alderman Johnson and seconded by Scharringhausen the the said minutes be approved. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor de- clared the motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: The motion was made by Alderman "arm and seconded by Napieralski to adjourn. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Mayor declared the motion carried and the meeting regularly adjourned. OTTO W. HENRICH. CITY CLERK MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY:COUNCIL OF THE CITY, OF DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS, HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, MONDAY, JUIN $, 1945. AT $:00 P. M. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pflughaupt, presiding, with Aldermen Johnson, Napieralski, Vavrinek, Kehe, Scharringhausen, McKay, Harm, Campagna, and Halverson responding to roll call. Alderman Wolf was absent during the entire meeting. REPORTS OF OFFICES: The Clerk then read the reports of May, 1945, of the following:- City Clerk Otto W. J. Henrich, Building Inspector Frank F. Scharringhausen, and Electrical Inspector Arthur Rieck. The Mayor ordered the sdAd reports placed on.file. MOUNT PROSPECT GARBAGE CONTRACT: City Attdirney Opeke reported that the garbage contract with Mount Prospect does not expire until September 30, 1945 and that no new contract will be executed until the current one expires. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COURT ACTION IN CHANCERY TO ABATE CERTAIN NUISANCES: The Clerk then read the following resolution: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COURT ACTION IN CHANCERY TO ABATE CERTAIN NUISANCES. OHEREAS, it has been brought to the attention of the City Council that certain nuisances exist in the City of Des Plaines, which are detrimental to the public health, welfare and safety, and WHEREAS, it is desirable and necessary in the public interest that these nuisances be abated, now, therefore: BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DES PLAINES, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS: Section 1. That the City A+torney be and he is hereby directed and authorized to proceed to abate certain nuisances by filing Complaints in Chancery in either the Circuit or Superior Court of Cook Obunty, and to do all the things necessary to remedy the following nuisances : (1) The dilapidated and dangerous building known as the Hunt property, located.on Prospect Avenue. (2) The unsanitary and infested premises known as the Mihalo property, located on White Street. (3) The dilapidated and dangerous building formerly used as a filling station, located.at River Road and Rivertiew Avenue, and owned by Max Bensettler. Section 2. That this resolution shall be in fullforce and effect from'nnd aafter is passage and approval.