Village of South Barrington Board of Trustees met Sept. 14.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor McCombie called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Village Clerk Zierk called the roll, and a quorum was noted present.
Officials Present:
President: Paula McCombie
Trustees: Joseph Abbate, Edgar Alvarado, Stephen Guranovich, Dr. Kanu Panchal, Dr. Hina Patel, Dr. Anthony Stagno
Absent: None.
Staff Present: Director of Finance Wayde Frerichs, Chief of Police Thomas Roman, Deputy Chief Michael Garrison, Village Engineer Natalie Karney, Village Administrator Robert Palmer, Executive Assistant/Deputy Clerk Ashley Hrynko
Others Present: Village Attorney James Vasselli
President McCombie led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Trustee Abbate made a motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of August 10, 2023. Trustee Guranovich Stagno seconded the motion. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
WARRANTS AND VILLAGE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Trustee Guranovich made a motion to approve Warrant Run #1 for $46,580.58. Trustee Alvarado seconded the motion. Roll Call: Trustee Abbate-Aye, Trustee Alvarado-Aye, Trustee Guranovich-Aye, Trustee Panchal - Aye, Trustee Patel-Aye, Trustee Stagno-Aye. Ayes-6, Nays-0, Absent-0. Motion carried.
Trustee Abbate made a motion to approve Warrant Run #2 for $246,181.36. Trustee Alvarado seconded the motion. Roll Call: Trustee Abbate-Aye, Trustee Alvarado-Aye, Trustee Guranovich-Aye, Trustee Panchal - Aye, Trustee Patel-Aye, Trustee Stagno-Aye. Ayes-6, Nays-0, Absent-0. Motion carried.
Trustee Patel made a motion to accept the Statement of Revenues and Expenditures as of August 31, 2023. Trustee Stagno seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried.
Trustee Guranovich made a motion to approve the Detailed Balance Sheet as of August 31, 2023. Trustee Stagno seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS / QUESTIONS
Mayor's Report:
Mayor McCombie reviewed the following items:
• Proposed residential development at Mundhank & Freeman Roads plus and additional property by the developer
• Barrington Crescent Cricket Club proposed $100,000 investment into field
• Update on Police Officer interviews
• Attended the O'Hare Noise Commission meeting
• Greeley & Hansen completed phase 1 of the feasibility study to bring in Lake Michigan water through NSM JAWA
• Attended BACOG meeting
• Hosted the annual document shredding event at Village Hall
• Planted over 1,500 plants at the Creek Planting
• Meeting with Banner regarding Economic Development
• Attended Ribbon Cutting for a Yoga/Chiropractic business
Mayor McCombie invited members of the public to address the Board.
• Resident Sue Ardizzone expressed concerns regarding the management, workplace environment, and staffing of the Police Department.
MAYOR
Approval of a Resolution Recognizing September 11, 2023 as Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance in Honor of the Victims of September 11, 2001: Trustee Abbate made a motion to approve a Resolution Recognizing September 11, 2023 as Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance in Honor of the Victims of September 11, 2001. Trustee Alvarado seconded the motion. Roll Call: Trustee Abbate-Aye, Trustee Alvarado-Aye, Trustee Guranovich-Aye, Trustee Panchal - 1- Aye, Trustee Patel-Aye, Trustee Stagno-Aye. Ayes-6, Nays-0, Absent-0. Motion carried.
Approval of a Resolution Pledging to Join Cook County to Unite Against Hate: Trustee Panchal made a motion to approve a Resolution Pledging to Join Cook County to Unite Against Hate. Trustee Stagno seconded the motion. Roll Call: Trustee Abbate-Nay, Trustee Alvarado-Aye, Trustee Guranovich-Aye, Trustee Panchal - Aye, Trustee Patel-Aye, Trustee Stagno-Aye. Ayes-5, Nays-1, Absent-0. Motion carried.
Adoption of an Ordinance Authorizing and Approving the Payment of Certain Employees of the Village of South Barrington, Illinois. Trustee Abbate made a motion to adopt an ordinance Authorizing and Approving the Payment of Certain Employees of the Village of South Barrington, Illinois. Trustee Stagno seconded the motion. Roll Call: Trustee Abbate-Aye, Trustee Alvarado-Aye, Trustee Guranovich-Aye, Trustee Panchal - Aye, Trustee Patel-Aye, Trustee Stagno-Aye. Ayes-6, Nays-0, Absent-0. Motion carried.
BACOG
Monthly Report: A Director's Report was included in the Packet.
SWANCC
Trustee Abbate reported that the document shredding event netted 7,140 pounds of paper and had 155 cars go through, mostly South Barrington residents.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Building & Zoning Committee:
Chairman Guranovich reported there was no meeting in July. A new Building Officer will be starting Monday. There were no agenda items to consider for the Village Board.
Emergency Management Committee: Trustee Patel reported there was an upcoming meeting. There were no agenda items to consider for the Village Board.
Finance Committee: Trustee Stagno stated there was no meeting held.
Approval of a Resolution Concurring in the Approval and Authorization of the Execution of a Contract By And Between GovHR USA, LLC And The Village Of South Barrington, IL For a Collective Bargaining Analysis: Trustee Abbate made a motion to approve a Resolution Concurring in the Approval and Authorization of the Execution of a Contract By And Between GovHR USA, LLC And The Village Of South Barrington, IL For a Collective Bargaining Analysis. Trustee Stagno seconded the motion. Roll Call: Trustee Abbate-Aye, Trustee Alvarado-Aye, Trustee Guranovich-Aye, Trustee Panchal Trustee Patel-Aye, Trustee Stagno-Aye. Ayes-6, Nays-0, Absent-0. Motion carried.
There was no action taken regarding a Letter of Credit.
Legal & Human Resource Committee: Trustee Stagno stated there was no meeting held. There were no agenda items.
Public Safety Committee: Trustee Abbate gave a brief report.
Approval of an Ordinance to Waive Bid and Accept a Proposal from Axon Enterprise, Inc. and Authorize the purchase of Public Safety Equipment and Supporting Hardware and Licensing for the Village of South Barrington, Illinois: Trustee Abbate made a motion to approve an Ordinance to Waive Bid and Accept a Proposal from Axon Enterprise, Inc. and Authorize the purchase of Public Safety Equipment and Supporting Hardware and Licensing for the Village of South Barrington, Illinois. Trustee Guranovich seconded the motion. Roll Call: Trustee Abbate-Aye, Trustee Alvarado-Aye, Trustee Guranovich-Aye, Trustee Panchal - Aye, Trustee Patel-Aye, Trustee Stagno-Aye. Ayes-6, Nays-0, Absent-0. Motion carried.
Public Works Committee: There was no meeting held.
Approval of a Resolution Authorizing the First Amendment of the Professional Services Agreement By and Between Greeley and Hansen and the Village of South Barrington for an Initial Feasibility Study For Lake Michigan Water Supply From The Northwest Suburban Municipal Joint Action Water Agency (NSMJAWA): Trustee Stagno made a motion to approve a Resolution Authorizing the First Amendment of the Professional Services Agreement By and Between Greeley and Hansen and the Village of South Barrington for an Initial Feasibility Study For Lake Michigan Water Supply From The Northwest Suburban Municipal Joint Action Water Agency (NSMJAWA). Trustee Patel seconded the motion. Roll Call: Trustee Abbate-Aye, Trustee Alvarado-Aye, Trustee Guranovich-Aye, Trustee Panchal - Aye, Trustee Patel-Aye, Trustee Stagno-Aye. Ayes-6, Nays-0, Absent-0. Motion carried.
Approval of the Stormwater Cost Share Policy and Application (to be affixed to Ordinance 2023-1368, as Exhibit A): Trustee Patel made a motion to approve the Stormwater Cost Share Policy and Application (to be affixed to Ordinance 2023-1368, as Exhibit A). Trustee Panchal seconded the motion. Roll Call: Trustee Abbate-Aye, Trustee Alvarado-Aye, Trustee Guranovich-Aye, Trustee Panchal – Aye, Trustee Patel-Aye, Trustee Stagno-Aye. Ayes-6, Nays-0, Absent-0. Motion carried.
COMMISSION REPORTS
Architectural Control Commission
Acceptance of a Recommendation by the Architectural Control Commission for Approval of New Signage for Ruth's Chris Steak House Located at 100 W Higgins, Suite U-1, South Barrington, IL: Trustee Abbate made a motion to accept a Recommendation by the Architectural Control Commission for Approval of New Signage for Ruth's Chris Steak House Located at 100 W Higgins, Suite U-1, South Barrington, IL. Trustee Alvarado seconded the motion. All in Favor. Motion carried.
Acceptance of a Recommendation by the Architectural Control Commission for Approval of Exterior Updates for Ruth's Chris Steak House Located at 100 W Higgins, Suite U-1, South Barrington, IL: Trustee Abbate made a motion to accept a Recommendation by the Architectural Control Commission for Approval of Exterior Updates for Ruth's Chris Steak House Located at 100 W Higgins, Suite U-1, South Barrington, IL. Trustee Panchal seconded the motion. All in Favor. Motion carried.
Acceptance of a Recommendation by the Architectural Control Commission for Approval of a Replacement Digital Sign at the northeast corner of Routes 59 & 72 for the Arboretum of South Barrington Located at 100 W Higgins, South Barrington, IL: Trustee Patel made a motion to accept a Recommendation by the Architectural Control Commission for Approval of a Replacement Digital Sign at the northeast corner of Routes 59 & 72 for the Arboretum of South Barrington Located at 100 W Higgins, South Barrington, IL. Trustee Panchal seconded the motion. Roll Call: Trustee Abbate-Aye, Trustee Alvarado-Aye, Trustee Guranovich-Aye, Trustee Panchal - Aye, Trustee Patel-Aye, Trustee Stagno-Aye. Ayes-6, Nays-0, Absent-0. Motion carried.
Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals: One meeting coming up next week regarding the Village Enclave Phase II and a presentation for a proposed residential development near Mundhank & Freeman Roads.
Police Commission: Police Chief Roman stated there were three upcoming interviews for Police Officers. No agenda items.
STAFF REPORTS
Building Officer: Damian Michalski was not present. There were no agenda items.
Village Engineer: Natalie Karney gave a brief report. She provided an update on the proposed subdivision for Enclave phase II. She also gave a report on the Water Conservation Forum she attended regarding conservation of water. There were no agenda items.
Chief of Police: Thomas Roman submitted a report and gave a brief review regarding recent police activity. One police officer has accepted a new position with another department. Two new officers have started and are in training; one new officer is waiting for his start date pending the availability of a Field Training Officer. There were no agenda items.
Village Clerk: No report. There were no agenda items.
Village Administrator: Robert Palmer gave a brief report regarding the grants that have been applied. The planting event was a success; now working on watering the plants. Gave an update regarding the maintenance rear parking lots of Village Hall.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion was made by Trustee Patel to go into Executive Session to consider appointment, compensation and employment pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(1); Collective bargaining pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(2); and/or pending or imminent litigation pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (11.) Second was made by Trustee Stagno and the Village Board went into Executive Session at 8:13 p.m.
Motion was made by Trustee Panchal to close the Executive Session. Second was made by Trustee Patel.
The Village Board re-convened from Executive Session at 8:54 p.m.
MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEE COMMENTS
There were no comments.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Trustee Abbate made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m. Trustee Stagno seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried.
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