Village of Arlington Heights President and Board of Trustees met Sept. 5.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
President Pro-Tem LaBedz and the following Trustees responded to roll: Baldino, Tinaglia, Grasse, Dunnington, Schwingbeck, Bertucci and Shirley.
Also present were: Randy Recklaus, Diana Mikula, Hart Passman, Nick Pecora, Cris Papierniak and Becky Hume.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Committee of the Whole 7/31/2023 Approved
Trustee Nicolle Grasse moved to approve. Trustee Wendy Dunnington
Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
B. Committee of the Whole 8/21/2023 Approved
The meeting was paused as the audio system was not working.
Trustee Jim Tinaglia moved to approve. Trustee Nicolle Grasse Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Abstain: Baldino
Absent: Hayes
C. Village Board 08/21/2023 Approved
The meeting resumed at this time.
Trustee Tom Schwingbeck moved to approve. Trustee Nicolle Grasse Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Abstain: Baldino
Absent: Hayes
V. APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
A. Warrant Register 08/30/2023 Approved
Trustee James Bertucci moved to approve in the amount of $3,335,526.94.
Trustee Tom Schwingbeck Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
VI. RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentation of the 2023 Kenneth Hood Senior
Service Award
Steven Schultz was recognized for his outstanding service to the Arlington Heights Senior Center Inc. Board. President Pro-Tem Labedz honored Mr. Schultz for his service. Senior Citizen’s Commission member Fred Vogt presented Mr. Schultz with the Dr. Kenneth Hood Award for 2023.
B. 2023 Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge Award
Chief Pecora introduced Deputy Chief Czernecki who described the numerous traffic safety opportunities and challenges in which the Department has participated. Their efforts have been validated not just by the awards being received tonight, but the overall safety of the community.
Officers continually conduct evidence-based traffic safety strategies. In the past ten years, our Village has seen a significant decline in accidents and their severity. High volume intersections are frequently monitored with additional enforcement implemented if needed.
Scott Kristiansen, Director of the Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge, presented the Department with the 2023 Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge Award, the 1st Place Distracted Driving Enforcement Award, the 1st Place Speed Awareness Award, and the 1st Bicycle & Pedestrian Award. Mr. Kristiansen said Arlington Heights has the best program in the State and in the Nation. The Village has experienced a 30% reduction in traffic incidents. President Pro-Tem LaBedz said the Police Department is one of the reasons the Village is second to none.
Sergeant Russ Mandel received the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police ‘Looking Beyond the Safety Belt Award’ for discovering a large amount of cannabis with the intent to deliver during a traffic stop.
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
VIII. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
Jerome Arp said he was present to draw attention to a rising concern for apartment residents. He has been a victim of package theft and there are no cameras at his complex. He would like for cameras to be required by ordinance for landlords. Mr. Recklaus said the Village encourages landlords to put proper security measures in place. Surveillance cameras are being seen as a feature of new apartment buildings. Staff is not recommending a requirement at this time, but encourages best practices for all facilities. Mr. Recklaus said the Village does not have staff to enforce such an ordinance at this time.
IX. OLD BUSINESS
X. CONSENT AGENDA
CONSENT APPROVAL OF BIDS
Trustee James Bertucci moved to approve. Trustee Richard Baldino
Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
A. Risk and Resiliency Project - Reject All Bids Approved
B. New Fire Engine Approved
C. Elevator Maintenance Services - Contract Extension 2023 Approved
D. 2023 Downtown Brick Sidewalk Replacement (Wing Street) Approved
E. 2023 MFT Street Reconstruction Project - Contract Extension #1 Approved
F. 2022 MFT Street Reconstruction Project - Contract Extension #3 Approved
G. Motor Fuel Purchase 2023 - Bid Award Approved
CONSENT LEGAL
A. Ordinance - Portillo's - 806 W. Dundee Rd. Approved
Trustee James Bertucci moved to approve 2023-58. Trustee Richard Baldino
Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
B. Resolution - Appointing a Delegate and
Alternate Delegate to the Intergovernmental
Risk Management Agency.
(Thomas Kuehne, Delegate and Kelly Livingston, Alternate Delegate) Approved
Trustee James Bertucci moved to approve R2023-24. Trustee Richard Baldino Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
C. Resolution - Approving Release of Closed
Session Minutes
Approved
Trustee James Bertucci moved to approve R2023-25. Trustee Richard Baldino Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
D. Ordinance - Arlington Towne Square PUD Amendment - 15-89 W. Golf Rd. Approved
Trustee James Bertucci moved to approve 2023-59. Trustee Richard Baldino
Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
E. Resolution - Approving a First Amendment to the
ERP Project Implementation Advisory Services Agreement with Plante & Moran, PLLC.
Approved
Trustee James Bertucci moved to approve R2023-26/A2023-50. Trustee Richard Baldino Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
F. Ordinance - Plante Moran ERP Advisory Services
Budget Amendment
Approved
Trustee James Bertucci moved to approve 2023-60. Trustee Richard Baldino
Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
CONSENT REPORT OF THE VILLAGE MANAGER
CONSENT APPOINTMENTS
A. Appointment of Chairman to Commission for Citizens with Disabilities
Approved
Appointment of Sheryl Letwat as the Chairperson of the Commission for Citizens with Disabilities, term ending 4/30/24
Trustee James Bertucci moved to approve. Trustee Richard Baldino
Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
CONSENT PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Trustee James Bertucci moved to approve. Trustee Richard Baldino
Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
A. Permit Fee Waiver - Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Approved
B. Bond Waiver - Hersey High School Approved
C. Bond Waiver - Arlington Heights Park Foundation
Approved
XI. APPROVAL OF BIDS
XII. NEW BUSINESS
XIII. LEGAL
XIV. REPORT OF THE VILLAGE MANAGER
A. 2024-25 Village Strategic Priorities
Mr. Recklaus said the Village Board met on July 31, for their biannual goal setting meeting. At this meeting, the Board developed strategic priorities for the next two-year cycle. The priorities identified are used as guiding principles, are turned into a business plan for staff, and are included in the budgeting process. Nine priorities were identified.
1) Work with the Chicago Bears Football Club, our residents and business, and all other local, regional, and state-wide partners to develop a responsible, mutually beneficial, and one-of-a-kind redevelopment plan for the former Arlington Racetrack site that benefits our community’s interests and is worthy of the property’s legacy.
2) Continue to maintain good fiscal stewardship of Village resources ensuring ethical and efficient financial decision making on behalf of taxpayers (tied with #3).
3) Pursue environmentally sustainable programs and business practices within the Village, including the encouragement and facilitation of alternative transportation options such as pedestrian and bicycle access (tied with #2).
4) Continue efforts to maintain high quality core municipal services (tied with #5).
5) Develop new and creative ways to enhance public safety for residents, businesses, and all who visit the Village of Arlington Heights (tied with #4).
6) Continue to embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts with an emphasis on creating a sense of belonging and engagement within the community and Village Government.
7) Maintain focus on the long-term design, construction, and maintenance of the Village’s infrastructure program.
8) Seek economic development initiatives to strengthen the local economy, reduce vacancies, and enhance key gateways (tied with #9).
9) Seek, maintain, and expand attainable housing within the community (tied with #8)
Mr. Recklaus emphasized the importance of the Board setting priorities.
Next, staff will develop a business plan in order to take action. This plan drives the staff priorities for the next two years.
Trustee Grasse moved to adopt the 2024-2025 Strategic Priorities. Trustee Baldino seconded the motion.
The motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
XV. APPOINTMENTS
XVI. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Trustee Richard Baldino moved to adjourn at 8:26. Trustee Tom Schwingbeck Seconded the Motion.
The Motion: Passed
Ayes: Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, Tinaglia
Absent: Hayes
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