Village of Wheeling President and Board of Trustees met August 7.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
1. Call to Order
Meeting called to order at 6:48 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call - Clerk Simpson called the roll and the following Board members were present:
Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
4. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of Minutes of the Special Meeting of June 19, 2017
Motion by Dave Vogel, second by Joe Vito to approve Minutes as presented.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
B. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 19, 2017
Motion by Dave Vogel, second by Mary Papantos to approve Minutes as presented.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
C. Approval of Minutes of the Joint Meeting of June 28, 2017
Trustee Krueger noted a correction on item 12 that the word "Elected" be replaced with the word "Appointed."
Motion by Mary Krueger, second by Mary Papantos to approve the Minutes with noted change.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito Abstain: Dave Vogel, Ken Brady
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Trustees Dave Vogel and Ken Brady abstained as they were not present at the June 28 meeting.
5. Changes to the Agenda - None
6. Proclamations- None
7. Appointments and Confirmations- None
8. Administration of Oaths- None
9. Citizen Concerns and Comments
Terry Steilen spoke spoke about his concerns about the proposed Wolf Road residential development, agenda item 13.C.
Ben Silver from Citizen Advocacy Center (CAC), commented on FOIA related to local government.
Deborah Wilson commented on a former elected official.
10. Staff Reports
Fire Chief Keith MacIsaac announced that the Fire Department received an ISO Class 2 rating from the Insurance Services Office.
11. Consent Agenda-All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Village Board and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the general order of business and considered after all other Agenda items.
A. Ordinance Amending Chapter 4.32 of the Village of Wheeling’s Municipal Code, “Alcoholic Liquor Dealers,” Specifically Section 4.32.085, to Increase the Authorized Number of Class D-2 Liquor Licenses
B. Ordinance Amending Chapter 4.32 of the Village of Wheeling’s Municipal Code, “Alcoholic Liquor Dealers,” Specifically Section 4.32.085, to Decrease the Authorized Number of Class B and Increase the Authorized Number of Class B-V Liquor Licenses
C. Resolution Waiving the Fidelity and Surety Bond Requirements for Addolorata Villa Annual Fest to Conduct a Raffle Event on September 10, 2017
D. Resolution Affirming an Agreement Between the Village of Wheeling and AFSCME Council 31, for and on Behalf of Local 1344, for the Period May 1, 2017 Through April 30, 2021
E. Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a First Amendment to the Service Agreement Between the Village of Wheeling and Andy Frain Services, Inc. for Crossing Guard Services
F. Ordinance Amending Chapter 2.22 of the Wheeling Municipal Code Regarding the Duties of the Village Prosecutor
Motion by Ray Lang, second by Dave Vogel to approve Consent Agenda as presented.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
12. Old Business - None
13. New Business - all Listed Items for Discussion and Possible Action
A. Presentation Re: FY 2016 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Audit Process by Sikich LLC
Finance Director Michael Mondschain introduced Brian LeFevre of Sikich LLC, who spoke about the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and the audit process and answered a question from the Board.
B. Ordinance Granting Special Use-Site Plan Approval for Packaged Liquor Sales, 1400 Lake Cook Road (Target) [Docket No. 2017-8]
Community Development Director Andrew Jennings reviewed the Ordinance and noted the following conditions:
1. the area of liquor display shall be limited to one aisle and one cooler section both within the highlighted area of the floor plan
2. additional seasonal or promotional liquor displays shall be allowed in the grocery, front of store and checkout areas
3. the petitioner should consider additional security measures for the liquor areas, such as anti-theft devices on liquor bottles and video surveillance
There were no questions from the Board.
Motion by Ken Brady, second by Mary Krueger.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
C. Ordinance Granting Special Use-Site Plan Approval for a Preliminary Planned Unit Development for Multi- Family Residences, 411-415 N. Wolf Road (Wolf Crossing) [Docket No. 2017-6]
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read items 13.C & 13.D into the record.
Community Development Director Andrew Jennings reviewed both items and read the conditions outlined in the Ordinance.
President Horcher asked about several conditions that were previously considered and inquired as to why they weren't included in the final list. Director Jennings stated the Plan Commission voted on which conditions to include as part of the recommendation noting that this is a preliminary PUD. Director Jennings clarified that petitioner would need to return to the Plan commission for final PUD at which point the Commission would go through modifications to the plan and provide a recommendation to the Board.
Petitioner's counsel Dan Shapiro stated they would be going back to the Plan Commission to review all the conditions and introduced Derek Hoffman who made a brief presentation.
Petitioner representatives answered questions from the Board.
Trustees Lang and Papantos mentioned their concerns over garage size.
Motion by Mary Papantos, second by Mary Krueger.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
D. Resolution Approving the Preliminary Plat for Wolf Crossing Subdivision (Current Address 411-415 N. Wolf Road) [Docket No. PC 17-12]
Motion by Ray Lang, second by Joe Vito.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
E. Resolution Approving an Agreement with RJN Group, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Services (SSES) in the Amount of $74,758.
Public Words Director Mark Janeck reviewed the scope of work and answered questions from the Board.
Motion by Mary Krueger, second by Mary Papantos.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel Final Resolution: Motion Approved
F. Resolution Waiving the Fidelity and Surety Bond Requirements for Wheeling Helping Hands Pig Roast to Conduct a Raffle Event on September 9, 2017
Village Manager Jon Sfondilis described the event and stated why it was on New Business.
Motion by Ray Lang, second by Mary Krueger.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito
Abstain: Ken Brady, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
Trustees Brady and Vogel abstained due to their involvement with this organization.
G. Resolution Waiving Competitive Bidding and Authorizing the Village Manager to Approve a Contract with Midwest Water Group, Inc. for the Manhole Rehabilitation Project in the Amount of $19,991
Public Words Director Mark Janeck reviewed the request and answered questions from the Board.
Motion by Dave Vogel, second by Ken Brady.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
H. Resolution Authorizing the Village President to Execute an Easement Agreement on Property Owned by Reynolds Consumer Products (PIN 03-10-400-007 & PIN 03-10-402-026) for a Public Drainage Easement at 600-668 & 777 Wheeling Road
Public Words Director Mark Janeck described the Easement; there were no questions from the Board.
Motion by Mary Krueger, second by Mary Papantos.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
I. Resolution Approving an Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement between the Village of Wheeling and the City of Prospect Heights for the Organization, Operation, and Maintenance of Chicago Executive Airport
Village Attorney James Ferolo outlined the changes in the amended agreement and answered a question from the Board.
Motion by Mary Papantos, second by Mary Krueger.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito
No: Ken Brady, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
J. Ordinance Amending Title 2, Chapter 2.98, of the Wheeling Municipal Code regarding the Chicago Executive Airport
Village Attorney James Ferolo described the amendment in this Chapter related to the Village President and answered a question from the Board.
Motion by Ray Lang, second by Dave Vogel.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
K. Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code of the Village of Wheeling Regarding the Administrative Adjudication of Municipal Code Violations
Police Chief James Dunne stated that Officer Pete Panagakis will be retiring and commended him on his distinctive service to the Village.
Support Services Commander Pete Panagakis outlined the amendment. Commander Panagakis and Attorney Ferolo answered questions from the Board.
Motion by Ray Lang, second by Dave Vogel.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
14. Official Communications
Support Services Commander Pete Panagakis thanked the Board, Village Counsel, Staff and the Chief for everything they've done.
Trustee Vogel spoke about Wheeling Helping Hands organization and an upcoming event September 8-10.
Trustee Papantos asked about the Ford Police Interceptors and talk of recent recalls. Police Chief James Dunne and Fleet Services Manager Chuck Spratt are researching the situation.
Trustee Brady asked for a Workshop meeting to discuss the 17 acres and related bridge over the canal. President Horcher responded in the affirmative.
Trustee Lang commended Staff on the response to the displaced residents of Fox Point and commented on recent parking lot paving projects in the area; Trustee Lang asked the Board if they're interested in a Workshop meeting related to this. President Horcher asked for a Board poll - the Board reached a consensus to add a Workshop meeting to discuss the Municipal Code related to paving.
Per Trustee Brady's request, President Horcher asked for a Board poll to add a Workshop meeting to discuss the bridge - all ayes, Consensus reached.
Trustee Krueger complimented Director Huizar and her team on the handling of the Fox Point residents displaced by the recent rain event and expressed her concerns about "Air B&B" rentals in town. Attorney Ferolo replied that will prepare a report on what other Municipalities are doing with "Air B&B's" and present it to the Board.
15. Approval of Bills
Village Manager Jon Sfondilis clarified AT&T charges brought up by a resident during the Liquor Control Commission meeting regarding a Buffalo Trail Scada charge.
Approval of Bills for July 13, 2017 to August 2, 2017, in the amount of $2,406,193.70¢
Motion by Dave Vogel, second by Mary Krueger to approve Bills as presented.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
16. Executive Session for the Purpose of Discussing Purchase or Lease of Real Property for the Use of the Public Body
President Horcher asked for a Motion to enter into Executive Session.
Motion by Joe Vito, second by Ray Lang.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved, the Board recessed at 8:35 p.m.
President Horcher asked for a Motion to reconvene into open session.
Motion by Mary Papantos, second by Dave Vogel that the open meeting reconvene.
Motion carried by Voice Vote, all Ayes; the Board reconvened at 9:01 p.m
17. Action on Executive Session Items - None
18. Adjournment
President Horcher asked for a Motion to adjourn.
Motion by Mary Krueger, second Dave Vogel that the meeting adjourn.
Motion carried by Voice Vote, all Ayes; the meeting adjourned at 9:02 p.m
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