The village of Wheeling Board of Trustees met Feb. 21 to declare surplus property.
Here are the meeting's minutes, as provided by the board:
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGE OF WHEELING
COOK AND LAKE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS 60090
BOARD ROOM, 2 COMMUNITY BOULEVARD
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2017
CALL TO ORDER President Argiris called the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the
Village of Wheeling to order at 6:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL FOR ATTENDANCE Clerk Simpson called the roll and the following Board members
were present:
Dean Argiris Dave Vogel Ken Brady Mary Krueger Mary Papantos
Ray Lang Joe Vito
Also present were: Jon Sfondilis, Village Manager; Mike Crotty, Assistant Village Manager;
Mallory Milluzzi, Village Attorney; Michael Mondschain, Finance Director; Jon Tack, Village
Engineer; Shari Huizar, Human Services Director; Mark Janeck, Public Works Director; John
Melaniphy, Economic Development Director; Jamie Dunne, Police Chief; Keith MacIsaac, Fire
Chief.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting of January 16, 2017
A motion was made by Trustee Vogel and seconded by Trustee Krueger that the Minutes of the
Regular Meeting of January 16, 2017 be approved as published.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting of February 6, 2017
A motion was made by Trustee Papantos and seconded by Trustee Brady that the Minutes of the
Regular Meeting of February 6, 2017 be approved as published.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA – None
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PROCLAMATIONS, CONGRATULATORY RESOLUTIONS AND AWARDS
Clerk Simpson read the following Proclamations:
Professional Social Work Month – March 2017
Athletic Training Month – March 2017
Holmes Middle School Jazz Ensemble
APPOINTMENTS AND CONFIRMATIONS
Valerie Abruscato, Board of Health Commissioner
A motion was made by Trustee Vogel and seconded by Trustee Brady that Valerie Abruscato be
appointed to the Board of Health Commission. On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved
ADMINISTRATION OF OATHS
Clerk Simpson administered the oath to Ms. Abruscato.
BREAK FOR REFRESHMENTS
A motion was made by Trustee Krueger and seconded by Trustee Papantos that the meeting be
recessed.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved and the meeting recessed at 6:43
p.m.
A motion was made by Trustee Vogel and seconded by Trustee Papantos that the meeting
reconvenes.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSENT: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved and the meeting reconvened at
7:00 p.m.
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CITIZENS CONCERNS & COMMENTS
Debbie Wilson read a portion of an Illinois Municipal League presentation originally given by
Klein Thorpe and Jenkins, commented on the voting history of the Village Board related to
expenses and the Village Managers salary.
Bill Hein complimented the Village Board, Plan Commission and Manager Sfondilis for their
volunteer efforts and commitment to making [Wheeling] a better community and thanked them
for doing a great job. Mr. Hein also spoke about the senior meeting at the Chevy Chase Country
Club and how impressive it was.
STAFF REPORTS
Public Works Director Mark Janeck cautioned the public about the presence of animals with the
recent warm weather.
CONSENT AGENDA
Clerk Simpson read the Consent Agenda items to the Board.
A. Resolution 17-024 Waiving the Fidelity Bond Requirements for Lincolnshire Fraternal
Order of Police Lodge 181 to Conduct a Raffle Event March 22–23, 2017
B. Resolution 17-025 Authorizing the Village Manager to Execute a One-Year Contract
Extension Not-to-Exceed $40,000 with Schroeder & Schroeder Inc. for the 2017 Sidewalk
and Miscellaneous Concrete Removal and Replacement Program
C. Ordinance 5074 Declaring as Surplus and Authorizing the Disposal of Municipal Property
(Computer Equipment) Owned by the Village of Wheeling
A motion was made by Trustee Lang and seconded by Trustee Krueger that the Consent Agenda
be approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Public Hearing and Resolution Regarding a Request for Cook County Class 6B Real
Estate Tax Assessment Classification for the Property Located at 7150 Capitol Drive
1. Public Hearing Re: Request for Cook County Class 6B Property Tax Exemption
from 7150 Capitol Drive LLC, Contract Purchaser
Clerk Simpson read the Hearing description and Resolution info the record.
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Economic Development Director John Melaniphy gave a history of the property and outlined the
proposed plan for development.
President Argiris asked if anyone from the public wished to be recognized.
Seeing that no members of the public wished to be recognized, President Argiris asked for a
motion to adjourn the public hearing.
A motion was made by Trustee Lang and seconded by Trustee Papantos that the public hearing
be closed.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved and the public hearing closed at
7:17 p.m.
2. Resolution 17-026 Consenting to a Cook County Class 6B Real Estate Tax
Assessment Classification for the Property Located at 7150 Capitol Drive in the
Village of Wheeling, Illinois
Petitioner was present and answered questions from the Board.
A motion was made by Trustee Vogel and seconded by Trustee Brady that Resolution 17-026 be
approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved
B. Ordinance and Resolution Re: Builder’s Asphalt, 571 S. Wheeling Road
1. Ordinance 5075 Vacating a Certain Portion of Unimproved Commercial Drive Right of
Way
Clerk Simpson read the Ordinance and Resolution into the record.
Community Development Director Andrew Jennings outlined both legislation items.
The Petitioner was present; there were no questions from the Board.
A motion was made by Trustee Brady and seconded by Trustee Vogel that Ordinance 5075 be
approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
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AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved
2. Resolution 17-027 Awarding Compensatory Storage Credit to Facilitate the Development
of 571 S. Wheeling Road
The Petitioner was present; there were no questions from the Board.
A motion was made by Trustee Papantos and seconded by Trustee Lang that Resolution 17-027
be approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved
C. Resolution 17-028 Authorizing the Village Manager to Execute a Contract with Langos
Corp. For Demolition Services Related to the Fox Point Mobile Home Park Relocation
Program
Clerk Simpson read the Resolution.
Community Development Director Andrew Jennings described the Resolution and answered
questions from the Board.
Representatives from Langos Corporation were present.
Trustee Krueger asked for an updated aerial and that the Board is updated on which units have
been removed as the demolition process moves forward.
A motion was made by Trustee Lang and seconded by Trustee Krueger that Resolution 17-028 be
approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved.
D. Resolution 17-029 Accepting a Bid and Approving a Contract in the Amount of
$439,586.25 with Whitaker Contracting Corp. for High Density Mineral Bond (HA5)
Asphalt Treatment Program.
Clerk Simpson read the Resolution into the record.
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Public Works Director Mark Janeck described the treatment program and answered questions
from the Board.
Trustee Brady questioned the choice of streets for this project and the coating type that will be
used.
Trustee Lang asked that Director Janeck remind the contractor to be careful of overspray.
A motion was made by Trustee Lang and seconded by Trustee Vogel that Resolution 17-029 be
approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 6 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger & President Argiris
NAYS: 1 – Trustee Brady
ABSTAIN: 0
There being six affirmative votes, the motion was approved
E. Resolution 17-030 Authorizing Change Order Number 3 to the Consultant Contract with
V3 Companies Inc., for 115 and 119 South Milwaukee Avenue Environmental Remediation
Clerk Simpson read the Resolution into the record.
Community Development Director Andrew Jennings outlined the history of this project and
answered questions from the Board.
Petitioner was present.
A motion was made by Trustee Brady and seconded by Trustee Lang that Resolution 17-030 be
approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved.
F. DISCUSSION RE: Concept Review of Cambridge Chase at Wolf Crossing, 415 N. Wolf
Road
Clerk Simpson read the Discussion title for the record.
Community Development Director Andrew Jennings described the project.
The Petitioner delivered the presentation and answered questions from the Board.
The majority of the Board expressed concern over the density/number of units in that space.
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Trustees Krueger and Papantos noted concern about the turning radius for emergency vehicles
and suggested the units be for sale vs. rental. Petitioner stated the units will be for sale only.
Petitioner stated they provided staff with an “autoturn” CAD report in which the radiuses were
shown to accommodate Fire trucks and more information will be forthcoming.
Trustee Vito asked about price points. Petitioner stated price point is $350,000-$400,000 and
confirmed that this price point is in line with other nearby properties.
President Argiris suggested architectural enhancement for the entry way to make more of a
statement.
Trustee Lang requested that the open area be visually appealing.
President Argiris asked for a Consensus to recommend approval.
On the roll call the vote was:
YES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Papantos, Vito, Lang, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NO: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, direction was approved.
OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS
Trustee Vito spoke about the Cook County minimum wage opt-out and asked that it come before
the Board before the July deadline. Village Manager Jon Sfondilis stated that Resolutions are
prepared noting a strategic reason for holding off. President Argiris clarified the reason for the
delay. Trustee Vito asked Public Works Director Mark Janeck if there are plans for the money
that was saved in salt and plowing due to the warm winter. Director Janeck stated they will
reduce the amount of salt purchased for 2017 and 2018 and will apply MFT monies to roadways.
Trustee Krueger announced the St. Baldrick’s event on March 11th from Noon–6:00 p.m. at Home
Bar (House of Music & Entertainment) 1227 N. Rand Road, Arlington Heights.
Trustee Vogel announced that the Knights of Columbus fish fry will begin Friday 2/24 and will
run for eight weeks.
Trustee Papantos asked for an update on the post office mailbox. Director Melaniphy stated that
the post office has ordered a mailbox and the drop off location will change and he will continue to
work closely with the post office.
Clerk Simpson announced the Police Beat Meeting (7:00 p.m.) and the CEA Noise Committee
Meeting (6:00 p.m.) both on March 1st.
President Argiris announced that the second annual Helping Hands event will be on September
7, 8 & 9. President Argiris expressed condolences to the Crawford family and spoke about the
Daily Herald editorial written in their honor.
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APPROVAL OF BILLS February 2, 2017 – February 15, 2017
A motion was made by Trustee Lang and seconded by Trustee Krueger that the bills in the
amount of $5,181,091.67¢ be approved.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved
EXECUTIVE SESSION - None
ADJOURNMENT
President Argiris asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting.
A motion was made by Trustee Krueger and seconded by Trustee Papantos that the meeting
adjourns.
On the roll call the vote was:
AYES: 7 – Trustees Vogel, Lang, Papantos, Vito, Krueger, Brady & President Argiris
NAYS: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
There being seven affirmative votes, the motion was approved
ADJOURNMENT 8:40 p.m.
Elaine E. Simpson, Village Clerk
Approved this 6th day of March, 2017 by the President and Board of Trustees
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