Village of Wheeling President and Board of Trustees met March 19.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
1. Call to Order
President Horcher called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call - Clerk Simpson called the roll and the following Board members were present:
Present: Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Pat Horcher, Dave Vogel
4. Approval of Minutes
Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 20, 2018
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
5. Changes to the Agenda
6. Proclamations, Congratulatory Resolutions & Awards
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the following Proclamations into the record:
A. Proclamation: Save Abandoned Babies Month - April 2018
B. Proclamation: National Safe Digging Month - April 2018
7. Appointments and Confirmations - None
8. Administration of Oaths - None
9. Citizen Concerns and Comments
Bolton and Laurina Carroll spoke about their request to amend the Village Code related to septic systems.
Deborah Wilson commented on Wheeling property taxes.
10. Staff Reports - None
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.
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the Consent items into the record.
A. Resolution 18-043 Approving a Contract with RJN Group Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Services (SSES) in the Amount of $74,780
B. Resolution 18-044 Authorizing the Execution of the Fourth and Fifth Modifications and an Increase of $20,001 to the Contract with ICF Incorporated LLC for Relocation Specialist Consulting Services for the Fox Point Mobile Home Park Relocation Program
C. Resolution 18-045 Authorizing the Publication of the Official Zoning Map to Document Zoning Map Corrections and Recent Zoning Changes
D. Resolution 18-046 Authorizing the Village President to Enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Prospect Heights Fire Protection District to Permit the Borrowing of Emergency Vehicles and/or Equipment between the Parties
E. Resolution 18-047 Accepting a Proposal from CIPPlanner Corporation for CIPAce Capital Planning Software in an Amount Not to Exceed $79,764.
F. Resolution 18-048 Authorizing the Village President and Clerk to Execute an Easement Agreement with 400 West Dundee, LLC for a Utility Easement at 404 and 420 West Dundee Road
Motion by Ken Brady, 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 by Baxter & Woodman Re: Storm Water Quality (MS4) Permit
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the discussion item into the record.
Public Works Director Mark Janeck described the permit requirement; a representative from Baxter Woodman delivered the presentation and answered a question from the Board.
B. Public Hearing Re: Renewing a Class C Classification for 50–70 Messner Drive
The Public Hearing opened at 6:57 p.m.
President Horcher read the Public Hearing title into the record and asked if anyone from the public wished to be recognized. Seeing that there were no public comments, President Horcher asked for a Motion to close the Public Hearing.
Motion by Dave Vogel, second by Mary Papantos.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved, the Public Hearing closed at 6:57 p.m.
C. Resolution 18-049 Determining the Appropriateness for Class C Renewal Pursuant to the Cook County Real Property Classification Ordinance as Amended January 1, 2000 for Certain Real Estate Located at 50–70 Messner Drive in the Village of Wheeling, Illinois
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the legislation title into the record.
Economic Development Director John Melaniphy reviewed the property history and answered questions from the Board.
Motion by Mary Krueger, second by Dave Vogel.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
D. Ordinance 5160 Granting a Rezoning from MXT Transit Oriented Mixed Use District and I-4 Heavy District to I- 3 General Industrial District for 435 Wheeling Road [Docket No. 2017-19A]
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the legislation title into the record.
Community Development Director Andrew Jennings reviewed items 13.D through 13.H with noted conditions. Dan Shapiro, Petitioners representative, and the Petitioner were present and answered questions from the Board.
Motion by Ray Lang, second by Mary Papantos.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
E. Ordinance 5161 Granting Special Use – Site Plan Approval for Heavy Motor Vehicle Outdoor Storage at 435 Wheeling Road [Docket No. 2017-19B]
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the legislation title into the record.
Motion by Dave Vogel, second by Mary Papantos.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
F. Ordinance 5162 Granting Special Use – Site Plan Approval for a Heavy Motor Vehicle Parking Lot at 435 Wheeling Road [Docket No. 2017-19C]
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the legislation title into the record.
Motion by Ray Lang, second by Mary Krueger.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
G. Ordinance 5163 Granting Special Use – Site Plan Approval for Heavy Motor Vehicle Repair at 435 Wheeling Road [Docket No. 2017-19D]
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the legislation title into the record.
Motion by Dave Vogel, second by Mary Papantos.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
H. Ordinance 5164 Granting Variations from Title 19, Zoning, of the Wheeling Municipal Code Relating to Minimum Green Space and Parking Setback Requirements at 435 Wheeling Road [Docket No. 2017-19E]
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the legislation title into the record.
Motion by Dave Vogel, 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 18-050 Approving the Amended Plat of Subdivision for the Wheeling Town Center (Current Address 351 W. Dundee Road, Pending Address Assignment of 335–419 W. Dundee Road) [Docket No. PC 18-4]
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the legislation title into the record.
Community Development Director Andrew Jennings explained the reason for the amendment. Brad Friedman was present and answered questions from the Board.
Motion by Dave Vogel, second by Mary Papantos.
Yes: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Motion Approved
J. Discussion Re: Liquor Code Review
Village Manager Jon Sfondilis reviewed the following discussion topics on 1) delivery of alcoholic beverages and 2) eliminating cap on gaming licenses.
1) Delivery of Alcoholic Beverages - Trustee Papantos explained the reason she is seeking discussion on this subject; discussion followed on this topic. Village Attorney Jim Ferolo clarified the Municipal Code related to liquor licenses.
President Horcher asked for Consensus on the following:
Should the Village amend it's municipal code to expressly prohibit delivery of alcoholic beverages.
Yes: Mary Papantos
No: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
Final Resolution: Consensus was reached that the Village should not amend the current code.
President Horcher asked for Consensus on the following:
•Should the Village take measures such as amending its code and/or adopting an enforcement protocol to ensure the delivery of alcoholic beverages is done safely and responsibly.
Yes: Mary Papantos, Ray Lang, Mary Krueger, Dave Vogel
No: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Joe Vito,
Final Resolution: Consensus Approved
2) Eliminating the Cap on Licensing of Gaming Cafes
Village Manager Jon Sfondilis provided history on this discussion item; dialogue followed on this topic.
President Horcher asked for a Consensus on the following:
•Does the Board want to maintain its current policy of not granting a liquor license to any new video gaming cafes.
Yes: Dave Vogel
No: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Krueger, Mary Papantos, Ray Lang, Joe Vito
Final Resolution: Consensus was reached to allow for more gaming cafes.
President Horcher asked for a Consensus on the following:
•Should there be a limit on video gaming cafes.
Yes: Dave Vogel
No: Pat Horcher, Ken Brady, Mary Papantos, Ray Lang, Joe Vito
Abstain: Mary Krueger
Final Resolution: Consensus resulted in a need for further discussion on the number of license that should be allowed.
Trustee Krueger abstained as she wants further discussion and investigation on whether or not current establishments are meeting the requirements of the municipal code.
14. Official Communications
Clerk Simpson announced voting hours and wished President Horcher a happy birthday.
President Horcher spoke about the State of the Village address and thanked Staff who were in attendance.
Trustee Krueger congratulated the Wheeling High School girls track team on their recent victory.
There was additional discussion on the sanitary sewer comments made by a citizen.
15. Approval of Bills
Approval of Bills for March 1, 2018 - March 14, 2018 in the amount of $2,250,375.64¢
Motion by Mary Krueger, second by Mary Papantos 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 - None
17. Action on Executive Session Items - n/a
18. Adjournment
President Horcher asked for a Motion to Adjourn.
Motion by Mary Krueger, second by Mary Papantos.
Motion carried by Voice Vote, all ayes, the meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
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