Village of Arlington Heights Committee-of-the-Whole met Oct. 2.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
President Hayes called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: President Hayes; Trustees Baldino, Bertucci, Dunnington, Grasse, LaBedz, Schwingbeck, Shirley, and Tinaglia
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Village Manager Randy Recklaus
OTHERS PRESENT: Michael O’Connor, Steve Raminiak and Pamela McVoy
A. Interview of Michael O’Connor for appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals term ending April 30, 2026
The Mayor introduced Michael O’Connor and stated that years ago Mike had been on the Economic Alliance prior to moving out of the country. Now that he is back, Mike would like to serve again and Mayor Hayes stated he feels Mike is a good fit for the ZBA. Michael has lived in Arlington Heights for 28 years, has raised his family in Arlington Heights and he wants to give back.
The Trustees thanked Mike for his willingness to serve again on a commission. A discussion ensued regarding the ZBA and how important the Commission is to the Village. It was stressed that the purpose of the ZBA is to look at things to see if they are reasonable and acceptable. Michael stated he has had some interaction with the ZBA when he had to go before them for his own residence. Michael stated he hopes to think of things from 3 angles: the perspective of a homeowner, neighborhood and Village when looking at different items brought before the ZBA.
Trustee LaBedz moved to concur in the Mayor’s appointment of Michael O’Connor for appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals term ending April 30, 2026. Trustee Schwingbeck seconded the motion.
The following voice vote was recorded:
9 Ayes 0 Nays
The motion passed.
B. Interview of Steve Raminiak for appointment to the Senior Citizens Commission term ending April 30, 2026.
Mayor Hayes introduced Steve Raminiak and stated that Steve had been interested in serving on two different commissions.
Steve is an attorney and the greater part of his time in practice has been spent in Adult Disabled Guardianship. The majority of the adults Steve works with are seniors so, he felt that this commission would be a good fit. Steve has been a resident of Arlington Heights for eleven years and has also had a practice in Arlington Heights for that long and wants to contribute to the community by being a member of the commission.
Trustees thanked Steve for stepping up and stated they feel he is really the right fit for this Commission.
Trustee Bertucci moved to concur in the Mayor’s appointment of Steve Raminiak for appointment to the Senior Citizens Commission term ending April 30, 2026. Trustee Grasse seconded the motion.
The following voice vote was recorded:
9 Ayes 0 Nays
The motion passed.
C. Interview of Pamela McVoy for appointment to the Commission for Citizens with Disabilities term ending April 30, 2026.
Mayor Hayes stated that he and Pam had a good interview and he feels Pam will be a good addition to this Commission.
Pam has lived in the community for 39 years. She has volunteered with Special Olympics and NWSRA. Pam was asked to join the commission years ago but, it was not the right time in her life with raising a family. Pam is eager to serve at this time. Discussion ensued regarding Gerry’s Café and Pam stated she has been an ambassador.
The Trustees thanked Pam for wanting to serve and feel that her healthcare background will also really add a valuable component to the Commission.
Trustee Baldino moved to concur in the Mayor’s appointment of Pamela McVoy for appointment to the Commission for Citizens with Disabilities term ending April 30, 2026. Trustee LaBedz seconded the motion.
The following voice vote was recorded:
9 Ayes 0 Nays
The motion passed.
D. OTHER BUSINESS - None
E. ADJOURNMENT – Trustee LaBedz moved, seconded by Trustee Bertucci to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 7:28 pm.
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