Village of Wheeling President and Board of Trustees met March 2.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
1. Call to Order at 6:39 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance led by President Horcher
3. Roll Call - Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson called the roll and the following Board members were present:
Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
4. Approval of Minutes
Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 3, 2020
Motion by Mary Papantos, second by Ray Lang to approve Minutes as presented.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
5. Changes to the Agenda - None
6. Proclamations
Village Clerk Elaine E. Simpson read the following Proclamations into the record:
National Athletic Training Month, March 2020
District 214 Assistant Athletic Director Dave Jerbi accepted the proclamation.
Professional Social Work Month, March 2020
President Horcher thanked Human Services Director Shari Huizar and presented the proclamation.
7. Appointments and Confirmations - None
8. Administration of Oaths - N/A
9. Citizen Concerns and Comments - None
10. Staff Reports
Human Services Director Shari Huizar shared information about the 2020 Census, reminded the public that they can participate online, by phone, or by completing the paper questionnaire, stated that the Census Bureau is hiring, and announced that Congregate Dining has officially moved to the Park District Community Recreation Center. Director Huizar thanked St. Joseph the Worker for use of the Social Hall, and the Wheeling Park District for the reception of the program.
President Horcher reiterated that if the public does not want a Census visit to heir home they can complete the Census as stated above or at one of the Mobile Census stations.
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. Resolution 20-018 Authorizing Acceptance of a Previously-Bid Suburban Purchasing Cooperative Contract for the Purchase of Four (4) 2020 Ford Utility Police Interceptor All-Wheel-Drive Hybrid Vehicles from Currie Motors at a Cost Not to Exceed $154,321
B. Resolution 20-019 Waiving Competitive Bidding and Authorizing the Purchase of New Radio Equipment for the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Fire Department Vehicle #602 at a Cost Not to Exceed $44,048.15
C. Resolution 20-020 Authorizing Approval of Additional Consultant Costs to the Contract with Manhard Consulting for Engineering Services Concerning the Diversionary Channel Bridge in an Amount Not to Exceed $20,000
D. Resolution 20-021 Approving a One-Year Contract Extension with Schroeder & Schroeder Inc. for the 2020 Sidewalk and Miscellaneous Concrete Removal and Replacement Program in the Amount of $39,999.30
E. Resolution 20-022 Authorizing the Village President and Clerk to Execute a Grant of Easement with the Wheeling Park District at 100 Community Boulevard
F. Resolution 20-023 Authorizing the Village President and Clerk to Execute a Plat of Easement Grant with Wieland Properties Inc. at 707 Northgate Parkway
G. Ordinance 5329 Declaring as Surplus and Authorizing the Disposal, Recycling, Trade-In, Donation, or Auction of Municipal Property
H. Resolution 20-024 Authorizing Acceptance of the State of Illinois’ Previously-Bid Contract with CDW Government LLC for a One-Year Renewal of a Support Maintenance Contract for Cisco SMARTnet Technical Services in the Amount of $48,880.01
I. Ordinance 5330 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 A-V and N- V Liquor Licenses
Motion by Jim Ruffatto, second by Mary Papantos to approve Consent Agenda as presented.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
12. Old Business - None
13. New Business - All Listed Items for Discussion and Possible Action
A. PRESENTATION RE: District 21 Strategic Plan Update
Village Manager Jon Sfondilis introduced District 21 Superintendent Dr. Michael Connolly, who gave an overview of their Strategic Plan. Trustee Ruffatto commended the contractors working on the project, and asked if we will be able to see if there is progress in test scores. Dr. Connolly stated that they are measuring growth in various ways, and that they will use the data to make sure they are improving instruction. Trustee Ruffatto stated that ultimately he would like ot see better test scores. Trustee Papantos asked if the District is working with the Census Bureau, Dr. Connolly said they are.
B. Public Hearing Re: Class 6b for ENYM, LLC - 97 Marquardt Drive/1239 Peterson Drive
Clerk Simpson read the Public Hearing title into the record.
The Public Hearing opened at 7:10:00 p.m.
President Horcher read the Public Hearing rules 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 Mary Krueger, second by Ray Lang.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved, the Public Hearing closed at 7:10:16 p.m. Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
C. Resolution 20-025 Consenting to a Cook County Class 6b Real Estate Tax Assessment Classification for the Property Located at 97 Marquardt Drive / 1239 Peterson Drive in the Village of Wheeling
Economic Development Coordinator Marianthi Thanopoulos reviewed the property history; petitioner was present and answered questions from the Board.
Motion by Dave Vogel, second by Jim Ruffatto.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
D. Ordinance 5331 Granting Special Use to Permit a Sit-Down Restaurant (Elsa's Gaming Cafe) at 735 N. Milwaukee Ave [Docket No. 2020-1]
Interim Community Development Director Michael D'Onofrio reviewed the request; there were no questions from the Board.
Motion by Mary Papantos, second by Ray Lang.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito No: Dave Vogel
E. Resolution 20-026 Waiving Competitive Bidding and Authorizing the Village President and Village Clerk to Execute a Construction Manager Contract with W.B. Olson (AIA A133-2019) Along with Riders to the A133 Contract and to the (A201) General Conditions for the Construction of New Fire Station No. 23
Fire Chief Keith MacIsaac gave an overview of the contract and answered a question from the Board. Chief MacIsaac recognized the staff who have been working on this project.
Motion by Dave Vogel, second by Mary Krueger.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
F. DISCUSSION: Concept Review – Atlantic Aviation Hangar 43 (Chicago Executive Airport – Parcel North of and Adjacent to 1001 Wolf Road)
Manager Sfondilis introduced the item and read the steps involved in the Concept Review process.
Interim Community Development Director Michael D'Onofrio provided a project overview. Mike Kurgan (Atlantic Aviation) delivered a brief presentation and answered questions from the Board.
President Horcher asked the Board if they are in favor of the concept plan for the proposed Atlantic Aviation Hangar.
Final Resolution: Consensus Approved Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
14. Official Communications
Clerk Simpson read the language for the Village Clerk Referendum Question that will be voted on at the March 17, 2020, primary, announced Early Voting and Grace Period voting and registration information, and announced the Historical Society White Elephant event at Chamber Park on April 1st.
Trustees Papantos and Lang reminded everyone that CMX theater is open, and that ticket prices are comparable to other theaters.
President Horcher asked if the Board is open to a future discussion on allowing chickens in Wheeling.
Final Resolution: Consensus Approved Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
15. Approval of Bills
Approval of Bills for January 30 – February 26, 2020, in the amount of $3,546,265.00¢
Motion by Jim Ruffatto, second by Mary Papantos to approve Bills as presented.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
16. Executive Session
President Horcher asked for a Motion to recess to enter Executive Session for the purpose discussing the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of a specific employee or employees of the Village, and Pending, probable, and/or imminent litigation.
Motion by Mary Krueger, second by Mary Papantos, that the Regular Meeting recess to enter Executive Session.
Final Resolution: Motion Approved, the meeting recessed at 7:54 p.m. Yes: Pat Horcher, Mary Krueger, Ray Lang, Mary Papantos, Jim Ruffatto, Joe Vito, Dave Vogel
[Reconvene from Executive Session]
President Horcher asked for a Motion to reconvene into open session.
Motion by Mary Papantos, second by Mary Krueger, that the Regular Meeting reconvene. Motion carried by Roll Call vote, the open meeting reconvened at 8:45 p.m.
17. Action on Executive Session Items - None
18. Adjournment
President Horcher asked for a Motion to adjourn.
Motion by Mary Papantos, second by Mary Krueger. Motion carried by voice vote, all Ayes, the meeting adjourned at 8:46 p.m.
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