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07/21/1947650 (REQUEST FOR CITY WATER CONT'D.) June 28, 1947 Des Plaines City Council of Des Plaines, Illinois Gentlemen: I hereby respectfully request that H. A. Dooley and Smith and Hill by authorized to supply Des Plaines City water from water supplied to the above through block meter to my residence located on the north side of Dempster Street east of Rand Road on property described as follows: "That part of Lot 6 in the Garland Estate Division of Lands in Sections 16 and 21, Township 41 North, Range 12, East of the Third Principal Meridian, bounded and described as follows: Beginning at the North East corner of Lot 6; thence South along the East line of the South East quarter of Sec. 16, 473.05 feet to the South line of the South East quarter of Sec. 16; thence West 519.25 feet along the South line of the South East quarter of Sec. 16 to a point in the center of the ditch of Brainage District No. 2; thence North Easterly in the center of the said ditch 708.14 feet to the place of beginning; in Cook County, Illinois, except the East 164.14 feet thereof." Respectfully, Robert Collet The Mayor pro tem, Kehe, referred the letters to the Water Committee. The motion was made by Alderman McKay and seconded by Morava that if Bennett construction Company did not start construction by July 9, the Building Inspector was to cancel the permits and the Superintendent be informed to take action voted at a previous meeting. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, whereupon the Chair declared the motion carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The motion was made by Alderman Baines and seconded by McKay to approve the minutes of June 16, 1947. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, whereupon the Chair declared the motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: The motion was made by Alderman Halversen and seconded by McKay to adjourn. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, where- upon the Chair declared the motion carried and the meeting regularly adjourned. OTTO W. J.(iENRICH, CITY CLERK MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DES PLAINES HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, MONDAY EVENING, JULY 21, 1947, AT 8:00 P. M. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Henry Kehe with Aldermen Johnson, Hansen, Vavrinek, Wolf, Kehe, Baines, McKay, Halverson, and Morava responding to roll call. Mayor Pflughaupt and Alderman Harm were absent due to vacations. OFFICIAL REPORTS: The City Clerk submitted the cash and dis- bursement report for the first six months of 1947. City Attorney, Opeka, reported he had a staff working on the notification of property owners on south side storm sewer. City Engineer, Fletcher, reported that he received notice from the C. & N. W. Railway that they were short of rails, so the new crossings would not be completed at present. The engineer said he would try to have a meeting with the C. & N. W. Railway officials and Milburn Brothers to see if some of the crossing construction could be completed. Building Inspector, Scharringhausen, reported that the Bennett Construction Company had completed five of their foundations and intend to complete the two remaining this week. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Alderman McKay made the following report: Des Plaines, July 21st, 1947 SEM Report on proposed re -zoning of 1901-3, 1915 and 1921 Maple Street. Mayor and City Council, City of Des Plaines, I11. The Municipal Development Committee held a meeting on this matter on July 14th, 1947. Present: Full Committee and City Attorney Opeka. Also the following interested persons. For the re -zoning: Messrs. Richard Newford John Tistl George Stephans William Davies Opposed to the re -zoning: Messrs. R. G. Foote B. M. Gardner J. A; Zolen The matter was discussed freely among those present, and it was brought out by City Attorney that the change in classification requested, from Class A single family dwellings to Class B Multiple family buildings even if recommended by the Zoning Board and approved by the Council, would not solve the problems involved. It was also explained that the City could require the owners of the property not conforming with the zoning regulations now in effect =Y -S to remove any construction or conditions not permitted under such regulations. It finally developed that Messrs. Newford, Stephans, et. al. were dtt not particularly desirous of re -zoning at all if some action could be taken whereby the property owners involved could be relieved of the difficulties which they had brought upon themselves by not observing the zoning regulations. Those present representing the opponents to any change in zoning classification, viz. Messrs. Foote, Gardner, and Zolen, agreed they were not desirous of having any severe hardship visited upon their neighbors --that they would be satisfied with any arrangement that might be effected which would not involve change in the status of any of the territory in their section now classified as A single family dwellings, and which would restrict the violations now existing to their present limits. Mr. Foote turned over to the committee a petition opposed to the requested re -zoning, carring 234 names and representing about half that number of properties. Said petition attached hereto. We are returning herewith the recommendation of the Zoning Board bearing on this matter and which recommends that the petitions to re -zone from rresent classification A single family dwellings to class B multiple family buildings, be denied. It is the recommendation of this committee that the recommendation of the Zoning Board be concurred in, and I now move for such concurrence. S. E. McKayChairman. E. W. Johnson E. G. Hansen 1 The motion was made by Alderman McKay and seconded by Halverson to concur in the report. The motion was voted upon by acclamation whereupon the Chair declared the motion carried. Alderman McKay made the following report: Des Plaines, July 21, 1947 Mr. Mayor and City Council: Supplementing report just rendered on the proposed re -zoning of several properties in the 1900 block of Maple Street, the Municipal Development Committee further recommends that the offending residential conditions now existing at 1901-3, 1915 and 1921 Maple Street be considered as of non -conform- ing use under the zoning regulations; that where it is necessary to proceed with any operation now under way in order to complete and make same presentable, due permission be granted; that the zoning regulations be enforced -in connection with any activities of a commercial nature on any of the premises in question; and that the Building Department and all concerned be promptly informed by the City Clerk in writing of the non -conforming usage permission hereby granted and of the recommendation with respect to commercial irregularities. Mr. Mayor and aldermen; I move concurrence in this recommendation. S. E. McKay E. G. Hansen E. W. Johnson The motion was then made by Alderman McKay and seconded by Halverson to concur in -the report. The motion was voted upon bacclamation, whereuponthe Chair declared the motiony carried. STREET COMMITTEE REPORT: Alderman Vavrinek reported that the re -surfaced streets are now'in condition for the white lines to be marked on the business streets next week. Alderman Vavrinek reported the State approval of estimate on Manheim "S" curve lighting, and made the motion which was seconded by Wolf to advertise for bids to be returned on August 18, 1947, at P:00 P.M. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, whereupon the Chair declared the motion carried. PUBLIC. RELATIONS COMMITTEE: Alderman Morava reported that the Bus Strike -was ended. He also reported that the railroad tracks were oiled. DES PLAINES SAFETY COUNCIL LETTERS: The Clerk read the follow - ing letter: Des Plaines City Council Mr. Otto Henrich, City Clerk Des Plaines, Ill. Gentlemen: July 19th, 1947 The Safety Council received several suggestions at our last meet- ing and which require your attention, therefore we are writing you concerning same. ITEM 1 - arrange for painting signs on all streets leading to all schools marked "Slow -- 15MPH". This to be done prior to reopening of schools in September. ITEM 2 - repainting white lines on Miner and Ellinwood Streets in business district for parking. ITEM 3 - Place "No Parking" signs within the area of the "S" curve on Manheim Road, due to the heavy traffic in that vicinity. On May 15th we wrote your council directing attention to a parking problem brought up at our meeting at that time --the suggestion made was to put gravel along the railroad parkway between Lee and Graceland Streets and from Pearson to Des Plaines.Ave., also if the City did not have sufficient funds to promote this project, it was thought that a special bond issue could be raised to cover the cost. At that time we sent a copy of the letter to the Chamber of Commerce asking them to cooperate with the City on this matter. Up to the present writing we have heard nothing from either bodies and would like to know what action has been taken. Will appreciate a reply. Very truly yours, Erma Pfeifer Secretary 32S Oxford Road The Chair referred item one and two to Public Protection Committee. The Clerk was instructed to write the Safety Council that item two will be com- pleted next week, and on May 15th the letter was referred to the Traffic Committee. Alderman McKay informed the Council that Mr. W. Tallant desired a letter about declination of A. Ahrens' Subdivision Plat. He said both gentlemen received a letter from the City Clerk informing them of the reason for declining same, but Mr. Tallant would like a letter stating whether the City would furnish the subdivision water that the plat would be approved.. Alderman McKay made the motion, which was seconded by Johnson, that the City Attorney write the letter. The Chair, being unable to decide on the voice vote, instructed the Clerk to call the roll with the following result: Ayes: Aldermen Johnson, Hansen, McKay, and Halverson. Nays: Aldermen Vavrinek, Wolf, Kehe, Baines, and Morava. The Chair, thereupon, declared the motion lost. COMMERCE COMMISSION HEARING ON INCREASED SUBURBAN FARES: The Clerk read a letter from the Illinois Commerce Commission regarding a hearing to be held September 9, 1947, at 10:00 A. M. (D.S.T.) regarding the increase of passenger fares in the Chicago Suburban Area. The Motion was made by Alderman Baines and seconded by Wolf, that the City Attorney represent the City of Des Plaines to protect the increase. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, whereupon the Chair declared the motion carried. letter: METHODIST CHURCH LETTER ON TAVERNS: The Clerk read the Following July 14, 1947 To the City Council Des Plaines, I1). Gentlemen: The Official Board of the Methodist Church of Des Plaines, in recent session, ordered an expression of commendation sent to the City Council in recog- nition of your rejection of the 3 liquor license applications. It is understood that there is now under consideration, a proposed change in ordinance designed to accommodate a total of 16 taverns instead of the thirteen now operating. This official Pody cannot concede that 16 -taverns would in any case be better for the civic health of Des Plaines, than the present -number now doing business, ror does it believe than B constitute a "monopoly" and 16 would not. Itasks therefore, that the question of the proposed charge be resolved on a basis of the greater good for the people of Des Plaines and not with a futile attempt to satisfy the liquor industry, whether that selfish business be represented collectively or individually. "Te remind that an active Christian conscience if it cannot immediately eradicate an undesireable situation will at least hold the line to retard further malignant growth. Our official body feels that the City Council by its deliberations can go far toward making our city, one of which to be proud, rather than allowing it to become a quick stop, tank up, race out sort of location on the way to more desireable residential communities. Sincerely, • B. C. Glocke Recording Steward The Methodist Church of Des Plaines The Chair ordered the letter placed on file. AMENDMENT TO TRAFFIC ORDINANCE "LEE STREET": The first reading the following proposed ordinance. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SCHEDULE II OF AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING TRAFFIC UPON PUBLIC STREETS, BOULEVARDS AND ALLEYS WITHIN THE CITY OF DES PLAINES, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DES PLAINES IN CONFLICT HERE- WITH" AS AMENDED. Clerk read for APPROVAL OF BILLS: The Finance Committee, through its vice-chairman Alderman McKay, presented the following proposed resolution; RE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DES PLAINES THAT THE FOLLOWING PILLS ARE DUE AND PAYABLE AND THAT THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK hE AND ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO MAKE PAYMENT FOR SAME._ 18576 D. P. Agency, Inc. $ 595.10 !8577 18578 Purnell. & wilsor 8.34 18579 18580 Hartless-Austin 3.90 18581 18582 Maringer & Co. 87.64 18583 18584 Harold Petterson 4.00 18585 18586 John F. Garlisch 27.56 18587 18588 Miro-Flex Co., Inc. 14.29 18589 18590 Louton Paint & Varnish Co. 203.95 18591 18592 Treasurer of U. S. 3,587.00 18593 18594 Prairie -Lee Paint Store 6.42 18595 18596 Nagel Sales and Service 71.28 18597 18598 D. P. Journal 4.00 18599 18600 Softener Corp. 280.76 18601 18602 Benjamin Elect. Mfg. Co. 161.41 18603 18604 C. L. Bishop 12.45 18605 653 D. P. Publishing Co.$ 16.50 D. P. Tire & Battery 19.10 Dover Publications 4.10 John F. Garlisch 202.53 C. C. Fuller Co. 29.59 Magee-HalePark-O-Meter 90.00 Socony-Vacuum Oil Co. 41.67 B. F. Kinder's Sons 9.86 Sears, Roebuck & Co. 20.08 Auto Parts of D.P. 1.69 D. P. Postmaster 15.03 Socony-Vacuum Oil Co. 18.72 Marblehead Lime Co. 420.00 Louton Paint & Varnish 10.00 James B. Clow & Scns 268.42 654 (APPROVAL 18606 The Tropical Paint & Oil Co 18608 D. P. Home & Auto Supply 18610 Addressograph Sales Agency 18612 William H. Cater Co. 18614 Water Dept. -Petty Cash 18616 Orville Nelson 18618 R. M. DeLacy 18620 John Fortin 18622 John H. Kehe 18624 Frank Heyse. 18626 Joseph W. Laschober 18628 C. 0. Erickson . 18630 James I. Mills 18632 D. P. Agency, Inc. 18634 A. W. Wolfgram OF BILLS CONT'D.) 48.47 18607 18.96 18609 8.50 18611 1,838.09 18613 7.76 18615 1.65 18617 1.61 18619 .71 18621 3.28 18623 3.00 18625 1.10 1.16 3.10 249.25 183.30 CASH TRANSFER WARRANT No. 1 1935 Water Revenue Bonds 576.25 1947 " n n 378.00 Water Depreciation Cash 80.00 18627 18629 18631 18633 18635 Westfield Motor Sa.$ Socony-Vacuum Oil Meyer. Coal & Matr. Harold Petterson Duane Fish Ida Wurster Paul J. Heyde G. S. Larson A. J. Monaco Fred W. Gardner Richard Fryer Frank Maloney E. G. Mealins PrairieLee Pt. S. B. Geiger& Co. To transfer from the Water Free Cash the monthly sums stipulated water Revenue Bond Ordinances for the month of July, 1947. No. 2 General Corporate Free Cash 50.00 Library Free Cash To refund to the General Corporate chargeable to Public Library Fund, Corporate Fund during the month of in the Fund the portion of Janitor's Salary but which was advanced by the General July, 1947. 8.02 22.95 18.36 37.50 .54 4.08 3.26 2.80 3.72 4.21 1.10 .60 2.75 9.63 326.25111 $1,034.25 50.00 The motion was made by Alderman McKay and seconded by Halverson, that the proposed resolution be adopted with the exception of eliminating the Police Department of Dover Publications for $4.10. The Chair put the question and. the Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Aldermen Johnson, Hansen, Vavrinek, Wolf, Kehe, Baines, McKay, Halverson, and Morava. Nays: None. The Chair thereupon declared the motion carried, and the proposed resolution was adopted with the item eliminated. Alderman McKay reported streets in Cumberland Terrace in need of repair. Alderman Halverson said some of the streets south of Oakton also were in need of repair, but he knew the Street Fund was low and that Alderman Vavrinek intended calling a meeting about same. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The motion was made by Alderman Halverson, and seconded by Johnson, to approve the minutes of July 7, 1947. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, whereupon the Chair declared the motion carried. Alderman Johnson reported about the condition of property west of underpass on Northwest Highway, known as Robert J. Kerr Company. He also wondered about additions to building. The motion was made by Alderman Johnson, and seconded by Baines to refer the matter to the Municipal Development Committee to investigate and confer with the County Zoning Board. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, whereupon the Chair declared the motion carried. Mayor Pro Tem, Henry Kehe, asked the Council and the City Attorney to meet in the Mayor's Office after the regular Council meeting to discuss the finances. ADJOURNMENT: ,The motion was made by Alderman Baines, and seconded by Vavrinek, to adjourn. The motion was voted upon by acclamation, whereupon the Chair declared the motion carried and the meeting regularly adjourned. 1