Village of Schiller President and Board of Trustees met September 7.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
I. Call to Order:
President Nick Caiafa called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Roll Call:
Upon a call of the roll by the Village Clerk, the following Elected Officials were:
Present: President Nick Caiafa, Trustees: Moses Diaz, Russ Klug, Joan Golembiewski, Tom Deegan, Robert Lima, Catherine Gorzynski, and Village Clerk Rosa Jos
Absent: None
President Caiafa declared a quorum present.
Also present: Joe Montana, Corporate Counsel, Brad Townsend, Village Manager, Brian Bursiek, Paul Flood, Chief Peter Chiodo, Chief Tom Fragakis, John Komorowski, Rob Romo, Rich Trent, John Bealer, Mario Jos, and Joe Blum
IV. Swearing In/Presentation:
1. The Schiller Park Fire Department presented a donation check in the amount of $11,000 to Autism Speaks.
2. Village Manager Brand Townsend encouraged everyone to keep up the good rapport with the Red Cross so we can continue to assist people in need.
3. Tom Henn - Retirement Resolution
Trustee Gorzynski moved, seconded by Trustee Golembiewski to adopt Resolution No. 23-17 being "A Resolution of the Village of Schiller Park Honoring Thomas Henn.”
Trustee Gorzynski read the resolution aloud.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
V. Approval of Minutes:
Trustee Diaz moved, seconded by Trustee Gorzynski that the MINUTES of the Regular Board Meeting of August 17th, 2017 be approved.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
VI. Persons Wishing to be Heard:
A Shiller Park resident announced the upcoming events sponsored by the American Legion of Franklin Park
Another Schiller Park resident expressed concerns about a frayed and hanging wire.
VII. Consent Agenda for Consideration and Action:
The President and the Board of Trustees unanimously consented to take a single Roll Call Vote on several items grouped together for voting purposes under the designation "Omnibus Vote".
Trustee Klug moved, seconded by Trustee Golembiewski to approve the Consent Agenda.
1. A letter from Schiller Park Public Library board of Trustees and Staff, to Recreation Director John Bealer thanking department and staff for their assistance with the 2017 Summer Reading Program celebration. Omnibus Vote
2. Report from the Fire Department for the month of July 2017. Omnibus Wote
3. Report from the Public Works Department for the month of July 2017 Omnibus Vote
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
VIII. Discussion and Action Items.
1. Village Manager Brad Townsend presented past and recent discussions with the board about restricting businesses whose primary business is Video Gaming and food and beverage is secondary. Trustee Lima stated that amending the ordinance will give the board more control, and bring in business that will benefit Schiller Park residents.
2. The Village Manager stated that the property at Manheim Road and Irving Park Road is scheduled for further discussion with the board because of the project's importance.
3. The Village Manager stated that we are still in discussion with CP Rail officials and partners. A meeting will be scheduled in the future.
4. The Village Manager stated that the MCD 911 center will be opening on September 19th. The Mayor mentioned that there is a backup plan in place if necessary. Further discussion is necessary to present the board with additional information.
5. The Village Manager reported that the SAFER Grant would allow for additional firefighters/paramedics, but in the long run would end up being an ongoing long term cost that would put a financial strain on the Schiller Park Tax Payer. Trustee Gorzynski commented that the previous administration had supported the grant without previous board's knowledge. The Village Manager agreed that the previous board was not aware of the application for the grant.
6. Building official John Komorowski proposed lowering permit fees, he would also like to implement a flat-fee charge for permits.
7. John Bealer recapped recent Village events.
8. Assistant Village Manager Brian Bursiek spoke about the upcoming shredding event that is taking place on September 16th.
9. Water Department Forman Mario Jos stated that the water main project is finished. One item has been pushed back to next year. The emergency cross connection with Franklin Park has been completed. He also explained that the blue fire hydrants in town are strictly for flushing the water main.
10. Fire Chief Chiodospoke about the 9/11 events.
11. Trustee Klug praised Officer Henn, and Village staff for a job well done during the Car Show and Pierogi Fest.
12. Trustee Golembiewski thanked John Komorowski for taking initiative on lowering permit fees, and for making the process more resident friendly.
13. Trustee Deegan asked to see a budget to actual expense report from the Finance Director. He also expressed concern regarding the debris that Chicago is currently throwing on Manheim Road. He would like the Village Engineer to look into it to avoid any problems that may arise in the future.
14. Trustee Lima asked for an update on the resurfacing of Irving Park Road. Engineer Paul Flood explained the process. The Mayor stated that a letter will go out to residents and businesses to keep them informed.
IX. Committee Reports for Consideration and Action:
A. Public Works (Streets, Water, Storm Water, Engineering, Fleet/Building Maintenance) Chr. Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski
1. Motion to engage HR Green Engineering per an RFP process to perform an assessment of municipal buildings and appraisal of properties in the amount of $20,590.00.
Trustee Diaz moved, seconded by Trustee Golembiewski to engage HR Green Engineering per an RFP process to perform an assessment of municipal buildings and appraisal of properties in the amount of $20,590.00.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
B. Recreation (Parks, Special Events, Senior Services, Library) Chr. Klug, Lima, Golem biewski
1. No Report.
C. Community Development (Planning, Zoning, Health, Building, Environment, and Transportation) Chr. Golembiewski, GorZVnski, Lima
1. Motion authorizing the Village Attorney to work with staff of the Community Development Department on an ordinance to revise and adopt a new schedule of building, plumbing and other permit fees.
Trustee Golembiewski moved, seconded by Trustee Klug to authorize the Village Attorney to work with staff of the Community Development Department on an ordinance to revise and adopt a new schedule of building, plumbing and other permit fees.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
D. Public Safety (Police, Fire, Emergency Management, 911, and EMS) Chr. Deegan, Diaz, Gorzynski
2. Motion to authorize the quarterly payment of $211,667 performula for the Schiller Park allocated share of MCD Communication Center COStS.
Trustee Deegan moved, seconded by Trustee Diaz to authorize the quarterly payment of $211,667 performula for the Schiller Park allocated share of MCD Communication Center costs.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
E. Administration/Finance (Human Resources, Insurance, Bills, Legal) Chr. Lima, Diaz, Deegan
Trustee Lima moved, seconded by Trustee Klug to approve the current List of Bills in the amount of $631,086.14.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: Trustee Diaz
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
F. License (Business, Liquor, Ordinances, Utilities, and General Permits) Chr. Gorzynski, Klug. Deegan
1. No report.
X. Report of the Mayor for Consideration and Action:
A. Proclamations:
None
B. Appointments:
President Caiafa then appointed the following:
Recreation Board David Figarelli (3 year term, 2017-2020)
It was moved by Trustee Golembiewski, seconded by Trustee Gorzynski that the Board of Trustees consents to this appointment:
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
C. Other Matters:
1.A Resolution authorizing the disposition of certain Village property.
Trustee Deegan moved, seconded by Trustee Klug to adopt Resolution No. 2417 being "A Resolution authorizing the disposition of certain Village property."
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
2. An Ordinance of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois, Amending Chapter 34 of Title Three of the New Millennium Code Removing the Ex-Officio Member of the Executive Committee of the Historical Society.
Trustee Diaz moved, seconded by Trustee Gorzynski to adopt Ordinance No. 17-4018 being "An Ordinance of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois, Amending Chapter 34 of Title Three of the New Millennium Code Removing the Ex-Officio Member of the Executive Committee of the Historical Society."
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
3. An Ordinance authorizing a consulting and services agreement by and between the Jordan Group and the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois.
Trustee Golembiewski moved, seconded by Trustee Gorzynski to adopt Ordinance No. 17-4019 being "An Ordinance authorizing a consulting and services agreement by and between the Jordan Group and the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois."
Trustees Lima and Golembiewski feel the Jordan Group will do a great job Communicating a consistent message across multiple departments as well as residents.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
4. An Ordinance of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois Authorizing the Acquisition of Approximately 1.55 Acres of Vacant Property Commonly Known as 99.02 Soreng Avenue from Saint Thomas Orthodox Church of India"
Trustee Diaz moved, seconded by Trustee Klug to adopt Ordinance No. 17-4020 being "An Ordinance of the Village of Schiller Park, Cook County, Illinois Authorizing the Acquisition of Approximately 1.55 Acres of Vacant Property Commonly Known as 9902 Soreng Avenue from Saint Thomas Orthodox Church of India"
The Village Attorney explained that the purchase was initiated by the previous administration to avoid litigation after a Zoning application to build a church on the property was denied.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
XI. Other Business:
None
XII. Executive Session: Trustee Lima moved, seconded by Trustee Klug to adjourn into Executive Session in compliance with the Open Meetings Act, pursuant to Sec. 2-C-5 Property Acquisition, Sec. 2-C-11 Pending Litigation, and Sec. 2-C-1 Employment Matters.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye: Trustees Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared the motion carried.
The President and Board of Trustees adjourned to Closed Session at 8:09 P.M.
Reconvene:
At 9:00 p.m. following the Closed Session, the President reconvened the public portion of the Meeting.
Upon a call of the roll by the Village Clerk, the following Elected Officials were:
Present: President Nick Caiafa, Trustees: Moses Diaz, Russ Klug, Joan Golembiewski, Tom Deegan, Robert Lima, Catherine Gorzynski, and Village Clerk Rosa Jos
Absent: None
President Caiafa declared a quorum present.
Also present: Joe Montana, Corporate Counsel, Brad Townsend, Village Manager, Brian Bursiek, Assistant Manager, Chief Peter Chiodo,
XIII. Adjournment.
With no further business to conduct, it was moved by Trustee Lima, seconded by Trustee Diaz that the Regular Board Meeting be adjourned.
Upon roll call the following voted:
Aye Trustees: Diaz, Klug, Golembiewski, Deegan, Lima and Gorzynski
Absent: None
Nay: None
President Caiafa declared that the Motion carried and this Regular Board Meeting was adjourned at 9:01 p.m.
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