1.1 VILLAGE OF BARRINGTON HILLS Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 26, 2001 President Kempe called the meeting to order at 8:06 p.m. Roll Call. Present Guests James A. Kempe, President Daria Sapp, Resident Lorraine H. Briggs, Trustee Kurt Anderson, Resident Charles W. Sweet, Trustee Mrs. Anderson, Resident Theodore L. Horne, Trustee Jim Holden, Resident Francine R. Fossler, Trustee Chris Holden, Resident David A. Russo, Trustee Lori Abboud, Resident Robert Kosin, Dir. Of Administration Robert Abboud Jr. Resident Frederick Clauser, Chief of Police Bonnie Duresa, Resident Joanne Sladek, Village Treasurer Rich Vander Molen, B.F.I. George Lynch, Village Attorney Jerry Callaghan, Attorney Marla J. Russo, Village Clerk Thomas Hayward, Attorney Don Matthews, Village Engineer Tim Kane, Chicago Tribune Absent Brian J. McManus, Pro-Tem MINUTES Trustee Russo motioned to approve the minutes of the Regular Session of February 26, 2001, 2000 with a correction on page 4 to show 6 ayes and 1 absent on the motion to adjourn the public session. Trustee Briggs seconded. All present said aye. Motion Approved Trustee Horne motioned to approve the minutes of the Executive Session of February 26, 2001, 2000. Trustee Russo seconded. All present said aye. Motion Approved PUBLIC SAFETY – Brian J. McManus Monthly Report – President Kempe deferred to Chief Clauser who summarized the Police Report for the month of February 2001. Village Board Meeting March 26, 2001 – page 2 Torch Run Recognition – Chief Clauser provided a historical background on the Annual Special Olympics Torch Run and announced that the Barrington Hills Police Department ranked 9th in the state last year, for which a plaque was awarded. This year's Torch Run is being coordinated by Detective Ronald Riedel. Appreciation Recognition Plaques were presented to Mr. and Mrs. Jim Holden for their notable financial support of the Torch Run. Squad Car Purchase – Chief Clauser proposed the purchase of a Chevrolet S-10 Blazer as a replacement for Squad #50. Trustee Horne motioned to approve the $23,226 purchase under a state contract. Trustee Briggs seconded. All present said aye. Motion Approved Truck Scale Purchase – Chief Clauser explained that Adco Van Lines can no longer service the Department in weighing trucks, because their place of business is being torn down. The purchase of a mobile truck scale in the amount of $16,680 was proposed. Trustee Horne motioned to approve the purchase. Trustee Briggs seconded. All present said aye. Motion Approved ROADS AND BRIDGES – Francine R. Fossler Seasonal Road Posting – Trustee Fossler announced that weight limit signs had been posted on March 9 limiting vehicles to 10 tons and suspending the issuance and use of overweight permits. Trustee Sweet motioned to authorize the road posting. Trustee Russo seconded. All present said aye. Resolution 01-7 2001 Road Program – Trustee Fossler announced that the Village Engineer's proposal for road resurfacing is ready for bids. The proposal includes Spring Creek, Old Hart, and Helm Roads. Monthly Report – Trustee Fossler announced that the Illinois Department of Transportation is holding preliminary meetings for construction on Palatine Road, which is due to begin on April 16, 2001. FINANCE – Charles W. Sweet Treasurer's Report – Trustee Sweet motioned to accept the Treasurer's Report for the month of February 2001. Trustee Fossler seconded. All present said aye. Motion Approved Village Board Meeting March 26, 2001 – page 3 Presentation of Bills – Trustee Sweet motioned to approve the payment of bills for March 2001 totaling $204,929.53. Trustee Russo seconded. Roll Call. Ayes: 6 (Russo, Fossler, Horne, Sweet, Briggs, Kempe) Nays: 0 Absent: 1 (McManus) Motion Approved Overtime – Trustee Sweet motioned to approve payment of $4,832.58 in overtime expenses for February 16 through 28, 2001 and $10,906.85 in overtime expenses for March 1 through 15, 2001. Trustee Russo seconded. Roll Call. Ayes: 6 (Russo, Fossler, Horne, Sweet, Briggs, Kempe) Nays: 0 Absent: 1 (McManus) Motion Approved Met Life Stocks – Trustee Horne motioned to grant authority to withdraw and/or sell the shares being held in Trust by Met Life upon termination of the trust arrangement on April 7, 2001. Trustee Briggs seconded. All present said aye. Motion Approved Fiscal Year 2002 Budget – Trustee Sweet urged all department chairmen and trustees to finish their budget worksheets and return their requests to the treasurer's office. The proposed budget will be presented at the April 2001 board meeting. PLANNING – Lorraine H. Briggs Pond Gate Farm – Trustee Briggs motioned for approval of the final plat of Pond Gate Farms, located at Penny and Healy Roads. Trustee Russo seconded. All present said aye. Resolution 01-8 BUILDING & ZONING – Theodore L. Horne ZBA Report – Trustee Horne deferred to Robert Kosin who reported that a variance was granted by the ZBA to Clark Davis, and consideration was given to a building code issue involving a non-conforming septic tank which will be heard again at the next meeting Building Reports –There were 12 building permits issued between February 16 through 28, 2001. These include 1 single family residence, 1demolition of a single family residence, 1 residential addition, 1 residential alteration, 2 private horse stables, 1 storage building, 1 greenhouse, 2 inground swimming pools, and 2 septic systems repair. There were 74 inspections completed and 1 meeting attended during this time period. Village Board Meeting March 26, 2001 – page 4 Zoning Map 2001 – Trustee Horne motioned to accept the graphic revisions to the 2001 Zoning Map. Trustee Russo seconded. All present said aye. Motion Approved HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND INSURANCE – Lorraine H. Briggs Solid Waste Management – The February 2001 recycling report shows that 3.23 truckloads of recyclables had been diverted from landfills, which represents 64,480 pounds collected from an average of 677 homes serviced per week during that month. B.F.I. Recognition – Trustee Briggs was presented with a letter of appreciation and a gift by Richard Vander Molen on behalf of Alliance Industries for her efforts and devotion to the cause of recycling in Barrington Hills. Mr. Vander Molen stated that the recycling program was initiated by Trustee Briggs and noted that 6 million pounds of recyclables had been collected in the village over the past ten years. Insurance – Trustee Briggs presented two proposals for Property and Casualty Insurance from Bliss-McKnight and St. Paul Fire and Marine Companies. Trustee Briggs motioned to accept the proposal of St. Paul Fire and Marine Company for coverage for fiscal year 2002. Trustee Horne seconded. Roll Call. Ayes: 6 (Russo, Fossler, Horne, Sweet, Briggs, Kempe) Nays: 0 Absent: 1 (McManus) Motion Approved Trustee Briggs presented a renewal plan and an alternate plan for medical insurance coverage from the New England. Trustee Briggs motioned to accept the proposal for renewal of the plan presently in force for fiscal year 2002. Trustee Fossler seconded. Roll Call. Ayes: 6 (Russo, Fossler, Horne, Sweet, Briggs, Kempe) Nays: 0 Absent: 1 (McManus) Motion Approved Trustee Briggs announced that a credit of $5,057 is forthcoming from the Illinois Public Risk Fund, our worker's compensation insurer, for the audited year ended December 15, 2000. She noted that this is one of our policies which is based on wages paid to employees. BUILDING AND GROUNDS – David A. Russo Monthly Report –Trustee Russo reported that the extension of the soffit on the south side of the Village Hall has been completed and will be painted to match the existing color. The first sweeping of the parking lot has occurred in March. Trustee Briggs reported that she will be meeting with Lisa Pollman, landscape architect, to plan for spring planting and replacements, with bidding to follow the meeting. Village Board Meeting March 26, 2001 – page 5 ATTORNEY - George Lynch Litigation – Attorney Lynch stated matters of litigation will be addressed in Executive Session. PUBLIC COMMENTS President Kempe recognized Robert Abboud, Jr. who spoke on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Kurt Anderson. The Andersons, whose property adjoins Prairie Lake Industrial Park, are experiencing storm water problems on their property as well as the surrounding area. Mr. Anderson explained that he has a lawsuit against Windsor Development Company, the Village of East Dundee, and the design engineers of the industrial park. He asked for support in his efforts and was invited by President Kempe to meet with the Village Attorney. Trustee Briggs motioned to adjourn to Executive Session at 9:22 p.m. for the purpose of discussing legal matters. Trustee Russo seconded. Roll Call. Ayes: 6 (Russo, Fossler, Horne, Sweet, Briggs, Kempe) Nays: 0 Absent: 1 (McManus) Meeting Adjourned EXECUTIVE SESSION PUBLIC SESSION President Kempe called the public session to order at 10:15 p.m. Tribute to Trustee Briggs –Trustee Horne motioned to formally recognize and thank Trustee Briggs for her years of service to the Board. Trustee Fossler seconded. All present said aye with Trustee Briggs abstaining. Motion Approved Trustee Russo motioned to adjourn the public session at 10:20 p.m. Trustee Horne seconded. All present said aye. Meeting Adjourned Approved ______________________________________ 5 1